C. Section 4.5 of the Agreement provides that “neither this Agreement nor any interest herein may be transferred, assigned, conveyed, hypothecated or encumbered voluntarily or by operation of law, whether for the benefit of creditors or otherwise, without the prior written approval of City.”
D. Absent an amendment, the Agreement does not permit the aforementioned transfer effective as of November 21, 2025, as prior City approval of the transfer was neither sought nor granted. However, the City is amenable to the requested transfer, as is Contractor. Therefore, City and Contractor now see fit to enter into this Amendment No. 1 to add an exception to Section 4.5 of the Agreement to authorize the aforementioned transfer, effective retroactively to November 21, 2025.
E. City and Contractor now further see fit to amend the Agreement to: (1) exercise the City’s first of two one -year options to extend the Term of the Agreement, thereby extending the scheduled expiration date of the Term by one year from February 23, 2026 to February 23, 2027; (2) increase the Contract Sum by $100,000.00 , from $180,000.00 to $280,000.00, to allow Contractor to continue to provide the services at the existing rates of compensation, except for the rates for repairs and diagnostics and mobile service, which will be increased as specified herein, and to account for the City’s anticipated increased need for services during the extension period as a result of the City’s recent addition of two new buses to its fleet; and (3) to reflect the aforementioned authorized transfer.
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TERMS
1. Incorporation of Recitals. The Recitals set forth above are incorporated into and are a part of this Amendment.
2. Terms and Definition. All words, terms, and phrases used or referenced in this Amendment, not expressly defined in this Amendment, shall have the same meaning ascribed to them in the Agreement.
3. Contract Changes. The Agreement is amended as provided herein (new text is indicated in bold italics and deleted text in strikethrough).
A. Section 2.1 ( Contract Sum ) of the Agreement is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“2.1 Contract Sum.
Subject to any limitations set forth in this Agreement, City agrees to pay Contractor the amounts specified in the “Schedule of Compensation” attached hereto as Exhibit “C” and incorporated herein by this reference. The total compensation, including reimbursement for actual expenses, shall not exceed One Two Hundred Eighty Thousand Dollars ($1280,000.00) (the “Contract Sum”), unless additional compensation is approved pursuant to Section 1.8.”
B. Section 3.4 (Term) of the Agreement is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“3.4 Term.
“ Unless earlier terminated in accordance with Article 7 of this Agreement, this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect until completion of the services but not exceeding four three (43) years from the date hereof, except as otherwise provided in the Schedule of Performance (Exhibit “D”). City, in its sole discretion, and subject to a duly approved and executed Agreement amendment between the Parties, may extend the Term for one two (12) additional one-year terms.”
C. Effective November 21, 2025, Section 4.5 (Prohibition Against Subcontracting or Assignment) of the Agreement is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“4.5 Prohibition Against Subcontracting or Assignment
The experience, knowledge, capability and reputation of Contractor, its principals and employees were a substantial inducement for the City to enter into this Agreement.
Therefore, Contractor shall not contract with any other entity to perform in whole or in part the services required hereunder without the express written approval of the City. In addition, neither this Agreement nor any interest herein may be transferred, assigned, 01007.0001 2069068.7
conveyed, hypothecated or encumbered voluntarily or by operation of law, whether for the benefit of creditors or otherwise, without the prior written approval of City. Transfers restricted hereunder shall include the transfer to any person or group of persons acting in concert of more than twenty five percent (25%) of the present ownership and/or control of Contractor, taking all transfers into account on a cumulative basis. In the event of any such unapproved transfer, including any bankruptcy proceeding, this Agreement shall be void.
Notwithstanding the foregoing, and as a sole exception thereto, City approves of the assignment and transfer of the rights, interests, duties, and obligations of “Contractor” under this Agreement from Davey Coach Sales, Inc., a Colorado corporation , to Davey Coach Sales, LLC, a Colorado limited liability company, and the assumption of said rights, interests, duties, and obligations by Davey Coach Sales, LLC, a Colorado limited liability company, pursuant to the conversion of Davey Coach Sales, Inc., a Colorado corporation to Davey Coach Sales LLC, a Colorado limited liability company, effective November 21, 2025. No approved transfer shall release the Contractor or any surety of Contractor of any liability hereunder without the express consent of City.” D. Effective November 21, 2025, the Agreement is hereby amended to change the stated business form of Contractor such that the term “Contractor,” and all references to “Davey Coach Sales, Inc.” as used in this Agreement, shall be construed, commencing from and after November 21, 2025, to mean and refer to “Davey Coach Sales, LLC, a Colorado limited liability company.”
E. Section I of Exhibit “C” (Schedule of Compensation) is hereby amended as follows:
“I. Contractor shall perform the following tasks at the following rates:
JOB RATE
A. Safety inspection $187.50 per bus <15,000 lbs.
*GVWR; $250.00 per bus
between 15,000 to 20,000 lbs.
GVWR; $450.00 per bus
between 20,000 to 30,000 lbs.
GVWR; and $512.50 per bus
between 40,000 lbs. or more
GVWR.
B. Repairs and
Diagnostics
$125.00 $180.00* per hour
C. Mobile service $125.00 $180.00* per hour with
additional trip charge of
$250.00 per bus
D. One-way transport $100 per bus
E. Towing service $305.00 per bus <40’ in length;
$400.00 per bus 40’ or greater
in length.
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*GVWR: Gross Vehicle Weight Rating
*City and Contractor agree that the hourly rate for Tasks B and C will be $190.00 for the second one-year extension term, if exercised.”
F. Section I V of Exhibit “C ” ( Schedule of Compensation) is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“ IV. The total compensation for the Services shall not exceed $1280,000.00 as provided in Section 2.1 of this Agreement.”
4. Continuing Effect of Agreement. Except as amended by this Amendment, all provisions of the Agreement shall remain unchanged and in full force and effect. From and after the date of this Amendment, whenever the term “Agreement” appears in the Agreement, it shall mean the Agreement, as amended by the Amendment to the Agreement.
5. Affirmation of Agreement; Warranty R e Absence of Defaults. City and Contractor each ratify and reaffirm each and every on e of the respective rights and obligations arising under the Agreement. Each party represents and warrants to the other that there have been no written or oral modifications to the Agreement other than as provided herein. Each party represents and warrants to the other that the Agreement , as amended by this Amendment, is currently an effective, valid, and binding obligation.
Contractor represents and warrants to City that, as of the date of this Amendment, City is not in default of any material term of the Agreement and that there have been no events that, with the passing of time or the giving of notice, or both, would constitute a material default under the Agreement.
City represents and warrants to Contractor that, as of the date of this Amendment, Contractor is not in default of any material term of the Agreement and that there have been no events that, with the passing of time or the giving of notice, or both, would constitute a material default under the Agreement.
6. Adequate Consideration. The parties hereto irrevocably stipula te and agree that they have each received adequate and independent consideration for the performance of the obligations they have undertaken pursuant to this Amendment.
7. Authority. The persons executing this Amendment on behalf of the parties hereto warrant that (i) such party is duly organized and existing, (ii) they are duly authorized to execute and deliver this Amendment on behalf of said party, (iii) by so executing this Amendment , such party is formally bound to the provisions of this Amendment , and (iv) the entering into this Amendment does not violate any provision of any other agreement to which said party is bound.
8. Counterparts. This Amendment may be executed in any number of counterparts and each of such counterparts shall for all purposes be deemed to be an original, whether the signatures are originals, electronic, facsimiles or digital. All such counterparts shall together constitute but one and the same Amendment.
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unless the LLC is managed by one manager per its articles of organization in which case only one signature from that manager is required. (3) One signature required from any member unless the LLC is manager-managed per its articles of organization. (4) One signature required from any manager if the LLC is manager-managed per its articles of organization.
APPROPRIATE ATTESTATIONS SHALL BE INCLUDED AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THE BYLAWS, ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, OR OTHER RULES OR REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO CONTRACTOR ’S BUSINESS ENTITY.
CITY OF CARSON 701 East Carson Street
Report to Honorable Mayor and City Council
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 5:00 PM
CONSENT 23. To: Honorable Mayor and City Council From: Dr. Arlington Rodgers, Director of Public Works PW Operations Subject: CONSIDER AWARD OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO WEST COASTARBORISTS, INC. FOR DEVELOPMENT OF THE CITY’S URBAN FORESTRY MASTER PLAN (CITY COUNCIL) I. SUMMARY
To support the City’s goals related to sustainability, climate adaptation, and the overall look and feel of the community, the City plans to develop an Urban Forestry Master Plan. An Urban Forestry Master Plan is a long- term planning document that helps guide how trees are planted, maintained, and protected throughout the City, including along streets, in parks, and in other public spaces. The plan helps the City improve shade, air quality, heat reduction, and neighborhood appearance, while also planning for long-term maintenance and costs. In 2023, the City was awarded a $1,000,000 grant from the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA) Forest Service to support this effort. At its August 6, 2024, meeting, the City Council approved a sub-award agreement with GreenLatinos, the USDA’s national pass-through partner, and formally accepted the grant funds.
To prepare the Urban Forestry Master Plan, City staff issued Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 25-037, which is a competitive process used by the City to solicit qualifications and cost proposals from firms with expertise in urban forestry planning. After reviewing the proposals received, West Coast Arborists, Inc. (WCA) was determined to be the most qualified firm based on experience, technical expertise, and understanding of the City’s needs. Staff is now requesting City Council approval of the proposed Professional Services Agreement with West Coast Arborists, Inc. in an amount not-to-exceed $170,800.00. This agreement will allow WCA to work with City staff and the community to develop the Urban Forestry Master Plan in accordance with the grant requirements and City objectives.
II. RECOMMENDATION
TAKE the following actions:
1. APPROVE and AWARD the proposed Professional Services Contract with West Coast Arborists, Inc. to develop the City’s Urban Forestry Master Plan, in an amount not to exceed $170,800; and,
2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the contract, following approval as to form by the City Attorney.
III. ALTERNATIVES
1. REJECT all proposals received in response to the Request for Proposals;
2. DO NOT AWARD the proposed contract to West Coast Arborists, Inc. for development of the Urban Forestry Master Plan
3. TAKE any other action the City Council determines is appropriate and consistent with applicable laws.
IV. BACKGROUND
In 2023, the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA), through its Urban and Community Forestry Program and funding provided by the Inflation Reduction Act, awarded $1 billion nationwide to help communities expand tree coverage, improve access to green spaces, and increase resilience to climate change. These funds are intended to help cities reduce extreme heat, improve air quality, and support healthier neighborhoods.
The City of Carson was selected as a grant recipient and awarded $1,000,000. The USDA designated GreenLatinos as its national pass-through partner, meaning GreenLatinos is responsible for distributing grant funds to cities and overseeing program compliance. At its August 13, 2024, meeting, the City Council approved the Sub- award Agreement with GreenLatinos, allowing the City to formally receive and use the grant funds. The City plans to use this funding to develop and administer an Urban Forestry Master Plan (UFMP). An Urban Forestry Master Plan is a long-range planning document that guides how trees are planted, maintained, and managed throughout the City over time. The UFMP has been incorporated into the City’s Capital Improvement Program as PW1793 - Urban Forestry Master Plan & Implementation. The UFMP will help strengthen the City’s “urban forest” i.e., all trees located along streets, in parks, and in other public areas, and is expected to provide multiple community benefits, including:
Improved air quality
Reduced heat and better shade in neighborhoods
Positive impacts on public health and mental wellness
Lower energy use by reducing the need for air conditioning To prepare this plan, the City issued Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 25-037, which is a competitive process used to invite qualified firms to submit proposals. The RFP sought a consultant to develop a comprehensive 40-year Urban Forestry Master Plan. The solicitation was advertised on PlanetBids and in the Daily Journal from August 28, 2025, through September 25, 2025. Three firms submitted proposals in response.
A selection committee composed of senior-level City tree crew staff reviewed and evaluated all proposals. Each proposal was assessed based on the firm’s qualifications, relevant experience, proposed costs, and demonstrated understanding of the City’s needs. The table below summarizes the vendors considered, along with their proposed costs and overall rankings.
VENDOR PROPOSED COSTS AVERAGE SCORE
Dudek $226,140 79
SWA Group $250,000 71.5
West Coast Arborists $170,800 91
Following this evaluation, West Coast Arborists, Inc. (WCA) was determined to be the most qualified firm to develop the City’s UFMP. West Coast Arborists, Inc. has over 53 years of experience and currently provides urban forestry services to more than 350 local municipalities in California and Arizona. The firm holds multiple specialized licenses related to tree services, landscaping, and traffic control, and employs more than 100 certified arborists, as recognized by the International Society of Arboriculture.
Consequently, staff is requesting City Council approval of the proposed Professional Services Agreement with West Coast Arborists, Inc. in an amount not-to-exceed $170,800. Approval of this agreement will allow the City to move forward with development of the Urban Forestry Master Plan using grant funding already awarded to the City.
V. FISCAL IMPACT
The City entered into a Sub-award Agreement with GreenLatinos, which allows the City to be reimbursed for eligible expenses using USDA grant funds, up to a total amount of $1,000,000. Under the terms of this grant, costs associated with hiring a consultant to develop the City’s Urban Forestry Master Plan (UFMP) are considered eligible and reimbursable expenses. The proposed agreement with West Coast Arborists, Inc. (WCA) has a not-to- exceed amount of $170,800. If the City Council approves the agreement, the entire cost will be paid using USDA grant funds, and no General Fund dollars will be required. These expenses will be tracked and reimbursed through the City’s Capital Improvement Program project PW1793 - Urban Forestry Master Plan & Implementation, using the designated project expense account.
VI. EXHIBITS
1. Proposed Professional Services Agreement (West Coast Arborists)
2. RFP 25-037 Bid Register
Attachments
Exhibit 1. West Coast Arborists Agreement
Exhibit 2. RFP 25-037 BID REGISTER.pdf
CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT
By and Between
CITY OF CARSON
and
WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC.
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AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES
BETWEEN THE CITY OF CARSON AND
WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC.
THIS AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES (herein “Agreement”) is made and entered into
this ____ day of ________, 20
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by and between the
CITY OF CARSON
, a California
municipal corporation (“City”) and
WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC
., a California corporation
(“Consultant”). City and Consultant are sometimes hereinafter individually referred to as “Party” and hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Parties.”
RECITALS
A.
City has sought, by issuance of a Request for Proposals or Invitation for Bids, the performance of the services defined and described particularly in Article 1 of this Agreement.
B.
Consultant, following submission of a proposal or bid for the performance of the services defined and described particularly in Article 1 of this Agreement, was selected by the City to perform those services.
C.
Pursuant to the City of Carson’s Municipal Code, City has authority to enter into and execute this Agreement.
D.
The Parties desire to formalize the selection of Consultant for performance of those services defined and described particularly in Article 1 of this Agreement and desire that the terms of that performance be as particularly defined and described herein.
OPERATIVE PROVISIONS
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants made by the Parties and contained herein and other consideration, the value and adequacy of which are hereby acknowledged, the parties agree as follows:
ARTICLE 1.
SERVICES OF CONSULTANT
1.1 Scope of Services
.
In compliance with all terms and conditions of this Agreement, the Consultant shall provide those services specified in the “Scope of Services” attached hereto as Exhibit
“
A
”
and incorporated
herein by this reference, which may be referred to herein as the “services” or “work” hereunder.
As a material inducement to the City entering into this Agreement, Consultant represents and warrants that it has the qualifications, experience, and facilities necessary to properly perform the services required under this Agreement in a thorough, compete nt, and professional manner, and is
experienced in performing the work and services contemplated herein.
Consultant shall at all times
faithf
ully, competently
,
and to the best of its ability, experience
,
and talent, perform all services
described herein.
Consultant covenants that it shall follow the highest professional standards in performing the work and services required hereunder and that all materials will be both of good quality as well as fit for the purpose intended.
For purposes of this Agreement, the phrase “highest
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professional standards” shall mean those standards of practice recognized by one or more first -
class firms performing similar work under similar circumstances.
1.2 Consultant
’
s Proposal
.
The Scope of Service shall include the Consultant’s scope of work or bid which shall be incorporated herein by this reference as though fully set forth herein.
In the event of any
inconsistency between the terms of such proposal and this Agreement, the terms of this Agreement shall govern.
1.3 Compliance with Law
.
Consultant shall keep itself informed concerning, and shall render all services hereunder in accordance with, all ordinances, resolutions, statutes, rules, and regulations of the City and any Federal, State
,
or local governmental entity having jurisdiction in effect at the time service is rendered.
1.4 Licenses, Permits, Fees and Assessments
.
Consultant shall obtain at its sole cost and expense such licenses, permits ,
and approvals
as may be required by law for the performance of the services required by this Agreement.
Consultant shall have the sole obligation to pay for any fees, assessments ,
and taxes, plus
applicable penalties and interest, which may be imposed by law and arise from or are necessary for the Consultant’s performance of the services required by this Agreement, and shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless City, its officers, e
mployees or agents of City, against any such fees,
assessments, taxes, penalties
,
or interest levied, assessed or imposed against City hereunder.
1.5 Familiarity with Work
.
By executing this Agreement, Consultant warrants that Consultant :
(i) has thoroughly
investigated and considered the scope of services to be performed, (ii) has carefully considered how the services should be performed, and (iii) fully understands the facilities, difficulties and restrictions attending performance of th
e services under this Agreement.
If the services involve
work upon any site, Consultant warrants that Consultant has or will investigate the site and is or will be fully acquainted with the c
onditions there existing, prior to commencement of services hereunder.
Should the Consultant discover any latent or unknown conditions, which will materially affect the performance of the services hereunder, Consultant shall immediately inform the City of such fact and shall not proceed except at Consultant’s risk until writt en instructions are received
from the Contract Officer.
1.6 Care of Work
.
The Consultant shall adopt reasonable methods during the life of the Agreement to furnish continuous protection to the work, and the equipment, materials, papers, documents, plans, studies and/or other components thereof to prevent losses or damages, and s hall be responsible for all such
damages, to persons or property, until acceptance of the work by City, except such losses or damages as may be caused by City’s own negligence.
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1.7 Further Responsibilities of Parties
.
Both parties agree to use reasonable care and diligence to perform their respective obligations under this Agreement.
Both parties agree to act in good faith to execute all instruments, prepare all documents and take all actions as may be reasonably necessary to carry out the purposes of this Agreement.
Unless hereafter specified, neither party shall be responsible for the service of the other.
1.8 Additional Services
.
City shall have the right at any time during the performance of the services, without invalidating this Agreement, to order extra work beyond that specified in the Scope of Services or make changes by altering, adding to or deducting from said work.
No such extra work may be
undertaken unless a written order is first given by the Contract Officer to the Consultant, incorporating therein any adjustment in
:
(i) the Contract Sum for the actual costs of the extra work, and/or (ii) the time to perform this Agree
ment, which said adjustments are subject to the written approval of the Consultant.
Any increase in compensation of up to ten percent (10%) of the Contract Sum
,
or $25,000, whichever is less; or, in the time to perform of up to one hundred eighty (180) days, may be approved by the Contract Officer.
Any greater increases, taken either separately
or cumulatively, must be approved by the City Council.
It is expressly understood by Consultant
that the provisions of this Section shall not apply to services speci fically set forth in the Scope of
Services.
Consultant hereby acknowledges that it accepts the risk that the services to be provided pursuant to the Scope of Services may be more costly or time consuming than Consultant anticipates and that Consultant shall not be entitled to additional compensation
therefor.
City may
in its sole and absolute discretion have similar work done by other contractors.
No claims for an
increase in the Contract Sum or time for performance shall be valid unless the procedures esta
blished in this Section are followed.
1.9 Special Requirements
.
Additional terms and conditions of this Agreement, if any, which are made a part hereof are set forth in the “Special Requirements” attached hereto as Exhibit
“
B
”
and incorporated herein
by this reference.
In the event of a conflict between the provisions of
Exhibit
“
B
”
and any other
provisions of this Agreement, the provisions of
Exhibit
“
B
”
shall govern.
ARTICLE 2.
COMPENSATION AND METHOD OF PAYMENT.
2.1 Contract Sum
.
Subject to any limitations set forth in this Agreement, City agrees to pay Consultant the amounts specified in the “Schedule of Compensation” attached hereto as Exhibit
“
C
”
and
incorporated herein by this reference.
The total compensation, including reimbursement for actual expenses, shall not exceed
One Hundred Seventy Thousand Eight Hundred
Dollars
and Zero
Cents
($
170,800.00
)
(the “Contract Sum”), unless additional compensation is approved pursuant to Section 1.8.
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2.2 Method of Compensation
.
The method of compensation may include:
(i) a lump sum payment upon completion; (ii)
payment in accordance with specified tasks or the percentage of completion of the services; (iii) payment for time and materials based upon the Consultant’s rates as specified in the Schedule of Compensation, pr
ovided that (a) time estimates are provided for the performance of sub tasks, (b) contract retention is maintained, and (c) the Contract Sum is not exceeded; or (iv) such other methods as may be specified in the Sche
dule of Compensation.
2.3 Reimbursable Expenses
.
Compensation may include reimbursement for actual and necessary expenditures for reproduction costs, telephone expenses, and travel expenses approved by the Contract Officer in advance, or actual subcontractor expenses of an approved subcontractor pursuant
to Section 4.5,
and only if specified in the Schedule of Compensation.
The Contract Sum shall include the
attendance of Consultant at all project meetings reasonably deemed necessary by the City.
Coordination of the performance of the work with City is a critical component of the services.
If
Consultant is required to attend additional meetings to facilitate such coordination, Consultant shall not be entitled to any additional compensation for attending said meetings.
2.4 Invoices
.
Each month Consultant shall furnish to City an original invoice for all work performed and expenses incurred during the preceding month in a form approved by City’s Director of Finance.
By submitting an invoice for payment under this Agreement, Consultant is certifying compliance with all provisions of the Agreement.
The invoice shall detail charges for all necessary and actual expenses by the following categories: labor (by sub
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category), travel, materials, equipment,
supplies, and sub
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contractor contracts
.
Sub
-
contractor charges shall also be detailed by such
categories.
Consultant shall not invoice City for any duplicate services performed by more than one person.
City shall independently review each invoice submitted by the Consultant to determine whether the work performed and expenses incurred are in compliance with the provisions of this Agreement.
Except as to any charges for work performed or expenses incurred by Consultant which are disputed by City, or as provided in Section 7.3, City will use its best efforts to cause Consultant to be paid within forty
-
five (45) days of receipt of Consultant’s c
orrect and undisputed
invoice; however, Consultant acknowledges
and agrees that due to City warrant run procedures,
the City cannot guarantee that payment will occur within this time period.
In the event any charges
or expenses are disputed by City, the original invoice shall be returned by City to Consultant for correction and resubmission.
Review and payment by City for any invoice provided by the Consultant shall not constitute a waiver of any rights or remedies provided herein or any applicable law.
2.5 Waiver.
Payment to Consultant for work performed pursuant to this Agreement shall not be deemed to waive any defects in work performed by Consultant.
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ARTICLE 3.
PERFORMANCE SCHEDULE
3.1 Time of Essence
.
Time is of the essence in the performance of this Agreement.
3.2 Schedule of Performance
.
Consultant shall commence the services pursuant to this Agreement upon receipt of a written notice to proceed and shall perform all services within the time period(s) established in the “Schedule of Performance” attached hereto as
Exhibit
“
D
”
and incorporated herein by this
reference.
When requested by the Consultant, extensions to the time period(s) specified in the Schedule of Performance may be approved in writing by the Contract Officer but not exceeding one hundred eighty (180) days cumulatively.
3.3 Force Majeure
.
The time period(s) specified in the Schedule of Performance for performance of the services rendered pursuant to this Agreement shall be extended because of any delays due to unforeseeable causes beyond the control and without the fault or negligence of th e Consultant,
including, but not restricted to, acts of God or of the public enemy, unusually severe weather, fires, earthquakes, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, riots, strikes, freight embargoes, wars, litigation, and/or acts of any government
al agency, including the City, if the Consultant shall
within ten (10) days of the commencement of such delay notify the Contract Officer in writing of the causes of the delay.
The Contract Officer shall ascertain the facts and the extent of delay, and extend the time for performing the services for the period of the enforced delay when and if in the judgment of the Contract Officer such delay is justified.
The Contract Officer’s determination shall
be final and conclusive upon the parties to this Agreement .
In no event shall Consultant be entitled
to recover damages against the City for any delay in the performance of this Agreement, however caused, Consultant’s sole remedy being extension of the Agreement pursuant to this Section.
3.4 Term
.
Unless earlier terminated in accordance with Article 7 of this Agreement, this Agreement shall continue in full force and effect until completion of the services but not exceeding five
(
5 )
years from the date hereof, except as otherwise provided in the Schedule of Performance ( Exhibit
“
D
”
).
ARTICLE 4.
COORDINATION OF WORK
4.1 Representatives and Personnel of Consultant
.
The following principals of Consultant (“Principals”) are hereby designated as being the principals and representatives of Consultant authorized to act in its behalf with respect to the work specified herein and make all decisions in connection therewith:
Tim Crothers
Plant Health Care Manager
(Name)
(Title)
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Robert Thompson
Area Manager
(Name)
(Title)
(Name)
(Title)
It is expressly understood that the experience, knowledge, capability ,
and reputation of the
foregoing principals were a substantial inducement for City to enter into this Agreement.
Therefore, the foregoing principals shall be responsible during the term of this Agreement for directing all activities of Consultant and devoting sufficient time to personally supervise the services hereunder.
All personnel of Consultant, and any authorized agents, shall at all times be under the exclusive direction and contro
l of the Principals.
For purposes of this Agreement, the
foregoing Principals may not be replaced nor may their responsibilities be substantially reduced by Consultant without the express written approval of City.
Additionally, Consultant shall utilize
only competent personnel to perform services pursuant to this Agreement.
Consultant shall make
every reasonable effort to maintain the stability and continuity of Consultant’s staff and subcontractors, if any, assigned to perform the services required under t his Agreement.
Consultant
shall notify City of any changes in Consultant’s staff and subcontractors, if any, assigned to perform the services required under this Agreement, prior to and during any such performance.
4.2 Status of Consultant
.
Consultant shall have no authority to bind City in any manner, or to incur any obligation, debt or liability of any kind on behalf of or against City, whether by contract or otherwise, unless such authority is expressly conferred under this Agreement or is
otherwise expressly conferred in
writing by City.
Consultant shall not at any time or in any manner represent that Consultant or any of Consultant’s officers, employees, or agents are in any manner officials, officers, employees or agents of City.
Neither
Consultant, nor any of Consultant’s officers, employees or agents, shall obtain any rights to retirement, health care or any other benefits which may otherwise accrue to City’s employees.
Consultant expressly waives any claim Consultant may have to any such rights.
4.3 Contract Officer
.
The Contract Officer shall be
Dr. Arlington Rodgers Jr, Public Works Director,
or as
otherwise designated by the City Manager
.
It shall be the Consultant’s responsibility to assure that the Contract Officer is kept informed of the progress of the performance of the services and the Consultant shall refer any decisions which must be made by City to the Contract Officer.
Unless
otherwise specified herein, any approval of City required hereunder shall mean the approval of the Contract Officer.
The Contract Off
icer shall have authority, if specified in writing by the City Manager, to sign all documents on behalf of the City required hereunder to carry out the terms of this Agreement.
4.4 Independent Consultant
.
Neither the City nor any of its employees shall have any control over the manner, mode ,
or means by which Consultant, its agents
,
or employees, perform the services required herein,
except as otherwise set forth herein.
City shall have no voice in the selection, discharge,
supervision
,
or control of Consultant’s employees, servants, representatives ,
or agents, or in fixing
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their number, compensation or hours of service.
Consultant shall perform all services required
herein as an independent contractor of City and shall remain at all times as to City a wholly independent contractor with only such obligations as are consistent with that role.
Consultant shall
not at any time or in any manner represent that it or any of its agents or employees are agents or employees of City.
City shall not in any way or for any purpose become or be deemed to be a partner of Consultant in its bu
siness or otherwise or a joint venturer or a member of any joint enterprise with Consultant.
4.5 Prohibition Against Subcontracting or Assignment
.
The experience, knowledge, capability
,
and reputation of Consultant, its principals and
employees were a substantial inducement for the City to enter into this Agreement.
Therefore,
Consultant shall not contract with any other entity to perform in whole or in part the services required hereunder without the express written approval of the City.
In addition, neither this
Agreement nor any interest herein may be transferred, assigned, conveyed, hypothecated ,
or
encumbered voluntarily or by operation of law, whether for the benefit of creditors or
otherwise,
without the prior written approval of City.
Transfers restricted hereunder shall include the transfer to any person or group of persons acting in concert of more than twenty five percent (25%) of the present ownership and/or control of Consultant, taking all transfers into account on a cumulative ba
sis.
In the event of any such unapproved transfer, including any bankruptcy proceeding, this Agreement shall be void.
No approved transfer shall release the Consultant or any surety of Consultant of a
ny liability hereunder without the express consent of City.
ARTICLE 5.
INSURANCE AND INDEMNIFICATION
5.1 Insurance Coverages
.
The Consultant shall procure and maintain, at its sole cost and expense, in a form and content satisfactory to City, during the entire term of this Agreement including any extension thereof, the following policies of insurance which shall cover all elected
and appointed officers,
employees and agents of City:
(a)
General Liability Insurance (
Coverage
Form
ISO CGL
CG
00 01
or
equivalent)
.
A policy of comprehensive general liability insurance written on a per occurrence basis for bodily injury, personal injury and property damage.
The policy of insurance shall be in
an amount not less than $1,000,000.00 per occurrence or if a general aggregate limit is used,
then
the general aggreg
ate limit shall be twice the occurrence limit.
(b)
Worker
’
s Compensation Insurance
.
A policy of worker’s compensation
insurance in such amount as will fully comply with the laws of the State of California and which shall indemnify, insure and provide legal defense for the Consultant against any loss, claim or damage arising from any injur
ies or occupational diseases occurring to any worker employed by or any persons retained by the Consultant in the course of carrying out the work or services contemplated in this Agreement
, with Employer’s Liability insuran
ce coverage limits of
at least
$1,000,000
.00
.
(c)
Automotive Insurance (
Coverage Form ISO
CA
00 01
including
“
any auto
”
and endorsement CA 0025 or equivalent)
.
A policy of comprehensive automobile liability
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insurance written on a per occurrence for bodily injury and property damage in an amount not less than $1,000,000.
Said policy shall include coverage for owned, non
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owned, leased, hired cars and
any automobile.
(d)
Professional Liability
.
Professional liability insurance appropriate to the
Consultant’s profession
, as determined by the City’s Risk Manager, provided that the limits shall
be no less than $1,000,000 per claim and no less than $1,000,000 general aggregate .
This coverage
may be written on a “claims made” basis, and must include coverage for contractual liability.
The
professional liability insurance required by this Agreement must be endorsed to be applicable to claims based upon, arising out of or related to services performed under this Agreement.
The
insurance must be maintained for at least
five
consecutive years following the completion of
Consultant’s services or the termination of this Agreement.
During this additional
five
year period,
Consultant shall annually and upon request of the City submit written evidence of this continuous coverage.
(e)
Subcontractors
.
Consultant shall include all subcontractors as insureds under its policies or shall furnish separate certificates and certified endorsements for each subcontractor.
All coverages for subcontractors shall include all of the requirements stated herein.
(f)
Additional Insurance
.
Policies of such other insurance, as may be required
in the Special Requirements in
Exhibit
“
B
”
.
(g)
Broader Coverages and Higher Limits
.
Notwithstanding anything else
herein to the contrary, if Consultant maintains broader coverages and/or higher limits than the minimums shown above, the City requires and shall be entitled to the broader coverages and/or higher limits maintained by Consult
ant.
5.2 General Insurance
Requirements
.
All of the above policies of insurance shall be primary insurance and shall name the City, its elected and appointed officers, employees and agents as additional insureds and any insurance maintained by
City or its officers, employees or agents may apply in excess of, and not contribute with Consultant’s insurance.
The insurer is deemed hereof to waive all rights of subrogation and contribution it may have against the City, its officers, employees and agents and their respective insurers.
Moreover, the insu
rance policy must specify that where the primary insured does not satisfy the self
-
insured retention, any additional insured may satisfy the self -
insured retention.
All of said policies of insurance shall provide that said insurance may not be amended or cancelled by the insurer or any party hereto without providing thirty (30) days prior written notice by certified mail return receipt requested to the City.
In the event any of said policies of insurance
are cancelled, the Consultant shall, prior to the cancellation date, submit new evidence of insurance in conformance with Section 5.1 to the Contract Officer.
No work or services under this Agreement shall commence until the Consultant has provided the City with Certificates of Insurance, additional insured endorsement forms or appropriate insurance binders evidencing the above insurance coverages and said Certi ficates of
Insurance or binders are approved by the City.
City reserves the right to inspect complete, certified
copies of and endorsements to all required insurance policies at any time.
Any failure to comply
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with the reporting or other provisions of the policies including breaches or warranties shall not affect coverage provided to City.
All certificates shall name the City as additional insured (providing the appropriate endorsement) and shall conform to the following “cancellation” notice:
CANCELLATION:
SHOULD ANY OF THE ABOVE DESCRIBED POLICIES BE
CANCELLED BEFORE THE EXPIRATION DATED THEREOF,
THE ISSUING COMPANY SHALL MAIL THIRTY (30)
-
DAY
ADVANCE WRITTEN NOTICE TO CERTIFICATE HOLDER
NAMED HEREIN.
[to be initialed]
______________
Consultant Initials
City, its respective elected and appointed officers, directors, officials,
employees, agents
and volunteers are to be covered as additional insureds as respects:
liability arising out of activities
Consultant performs; products and completed operations of Consultant; premises owned, occupied or used by Consultant; or any automobiles owned, leased, hired or borrowed by Consultant.
The
coverage shall contain no special limitations on the scope of protection afforded to City, and their respective elected and a
ppointed officers, officials, employees or volunteers.
Consultant’s
insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom claim is made or suit is brought, except with respect to the limits of the insurer’s liability.
Any deductibles or self
-
insured retentions must be declared to and approved by City.
At
the option of City, either the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self -
insured
retentions as respects City or its respective elected or appointed officers, officials, employees and volunteers or the Consultant shall procure a bond gua
ranteeing payment of losses and related
investigations, claim administration, defense expenses and claims.
The Consultant agrees that the
requirement to provide insurance
shall not be construed as limiting in any way the extent to which the Consultant may be held responsible for the payment of damages to any persons or property resulting from the Consultant’s activities or the activities of any person or persons for which t he
Consultant is otherwise responsible nor shall it limit the Consultant’s indemnification liabilities as provided in Section 5.3.
In the event the Consultant subcontracts any portion of the work in compliance with Section 4.5 of this Agreement, the contract between the Consultant and such subcontractor shall require the subcontractor to maintain the same policies of insurance that th e Consultant is required
to maintain pursuant to Section 5.1, and such certificates and endorsements shall be provided to City.
5.3 Indemnification
.
To the full extent permitted by law, Consultant agrees to indemnify, defend ,
and hold
harmless the City, its officers, employees
,
and agents (“Indemnified Parties”) against, and will
hold and save them and each of them harmless from, any and all actions, either judicial,
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administrative, arbitration or regulatory claims, damages to persons or property, losses, costs, penalties, obligations, errors, omissions or liabilities whether actual or threatened (herein “claims or liabilities”) that may be asserted or claimed by any p erson, firm or entity arising out of or in
connection with the negligent performance of the work, operations or activities provided herein of Consultant, its officers, employees, agents, subcontractors, or invitees, or any individual or entity for which Co
nsultant is legally liable (“indemnitors”), or arising from Consultant’s or indemnitors’ reckless or willful misconduct, or arising from Consultant’s or indemnitors’ negligent performance of or failure to perform any term, provision, covenant or condition of this Agreement, and in
connection therewith:
(a)
Consultant will defend any action or actions filed in connection with any of said claims or liabilities and will pay all costs and expenses, including legal costs and attorneys’ fees incurred in connection therewith;
(b)
Consultant will promptly pay any judgment rendered against the City, its officers, agents
,
or employees for any such claims or liabilities arising out of or in connection with the negligent performance of or failure to perform such work, operations or activities of Consultant hereunder; and Consultant agrees to save and hold the City, its offic ers, agents, and employees
harmless therefrom;
(c)
In the event the City, its officers, agents
,
or employees is made a party to
any action or proceeding filed or prosecuted against Consultant for such damages or other claims arising out of or in connection with the negligent performance of or failure to perform the work, operation or activities of C
onsultant hereunder, Consultant agrees to pay to the City, its officers, agents
,
or employees, any and all costs and expenses incurred by the City, its officers, agents ,
or
employees in such action or proceeding, including but not limited to, legal costs a nd attorneys’
fees.
Consultant shall incorporate similar indemnity agreements with its subcontractors and if it fails to do so Consultant shall be fully responsible to indemnify City hereunder therefore, and failure of City to monitor compliance with these provisions shall no t be a waiver hereof.
This
indemnification includes claims or liabilities arising from any negligent or wrongful act, error or omission, or reckless or willful misconduct of Consultant in the performance of professional services hereunder.
The provisions o
f this Section do not apply to claims or liabilities occurring as a result of City’s sole negligence or willful acts or omissions, but, to the fullest extent permitted by law, shall apply to claims and liabilities resulting in part from City’s negligence, except that
design professionals’ indemnity hereunder shall be limited to claims and liabilities arising out of the negligence, recklessness or willful misconduct of the design professional.
The indemnity
obligation shall be binding on successors and assig
ns of Consultant and shall survive termination
of this Agreement.
5.4 Sufficiency of Insurer
.
Insurance required by this Agreement shall be satisfactory only if issued by companies qualified to do business in California, rated “A
-
” or better in the most recent edition of Best Rating
Guide, The Key Rating Guide or in the Federal Register, and only if they are of a financial category Class VII or better, unless such requirements are waived by the Risk Manager of the City (“Risk
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Manager”) due to unique circumstances.
If this Agreement continues for more than
three
years
duration, or in the event the risk manager determines that the work or services to be performed under this Agreement creates an increased or decreased risk of loss to the City, the Consultant agrees that the minimum limits of the insurance policies may be changed accordingly upon receipt
of written notice from the Risk Manager.
ARTICLE 6.
RECORDS, REPORTS, AND RELEASE OF INFORMATION
6.1 Records
.
Consultant shall keep, and require subcontractors to keep, such ledgers, books of accounts, invoices, vouchers, canceled checks, reports, studies
,
or other documents relating to the
disbursements charged to City and services performed hereunder (the “books and records”), as shall be necessary to perform the services required by this Agreement and enable the Contract Officer to evaluate the performan
ce of such services.
Any and all such documents shall be
maintained in accordance with generally accepted acco
unting principles and shall be complete and
detailed.
The Contract Officer shall have full and free access to such books and records at all times during normal business hours of City, including the right to inspect, copy, audit and make records and transcripts from such records.
Such records shall be maintained for a period of three years following completion of the services hereunder, and the City shall have access to such records in the event any audit is required.
In the event of dissolution of Consultan
t’s business, custody of the
books and records may be given to City, and access shall be provided by Consultant’s successor in interest. Notwithstanding the above, the Consultant shall fully cooperate with the City in providing access to the books and reco
rds if a public records request is made and disclosure is required by law including but not limited to the California Public Records Act.
6.2 Reports
.
Consultant shall periodically prepare and submit to the Contract Officer such reports concerning the performance of the services required by this Agreement as the Contract Officer shall require.
Consultant hereby acknowledges that the City is greatly concerned about the cost of work and services to be performed pursuant to this Agreement.
For this reason, Consultant agrees
that if Consultant becomes aware of any facts, circumstances, techniques, or events that may or will materially increase or decrease the
cost of the work or services contemplated herein or, if Consultant is providing design services, the cost of the project being designed, Consultant shall promptly notify the Contract Officer of said fact, circumstance, technique or event and the estimated
increased or decreased cost related thereto and, if Consultant is providing design services, the estimated increased or decreased cost estimate for the project being designed.
6.3 Ownership of Documents
.
All drawings, specifications, maps, designs, photographs, studies, surveys, data, notes, computer files, reports, records, documents
,
and other materials (the “documents and materials”)
prepared by Consultant, its employees, subcontractors and agents in the performance of this Agreement shall be the property of City and shall be delivered to City upon request of the Contract Officer or
upon the termination of this Agreement, and Consultant shall have no claim for further employment or additional compensatio
n as a result of the exercise by City of its full rights of
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ownership use, reuse, or assignment of the documents and materials hereunder.
Any use, reuse or
assignment of such completed documents for other projects and/or use of uncompleted documents without specific written authorization by the Consultant will be at the City’s sole risk and without liability to Consultant, and Consultant’s g
uarantee and warranties shall not extend to such use,
reuse or assignment.
Consultant may retain copies of such documents for its own use.
Consultant
shall have the right to use
the concepts embodied therein.
All subcontractors shall provide for
assignment to City of any documents or materials prepared by them, and in the event Consultant fails to secure such assignment, Consultant shall indemnify City for all damages resulting therefrom.
Moreover, with respect to any documents and materials that may qualify as “works made for hire” as defined in 17 U.S.C. § 101, such documents and materials are hereby deemed “works made for hire” for the City.
6.4 Confidentiality and Release of Information
.
(a)
All information gained or work product produced by Consultant in performance of this Agreement shall be considered confidential, unless such information is in the public domain or already known to Consultant.
Consultant shall not release or disclose any such
information or work product to persons or entities other than City without prior written authorization from the Contract Officer.
(b)
Consultant, its officers, employees, agents
,
or subcontractors, shall not,
without prior written authorization from the Contract Officer or unless requested by the City Attorney, voluntarily provide documents, declarations, letters of support, testimony at depositions, response to interrogatories or
other information concerning the work performed under this Agreement.
Response to a subpoena or court order shall not be considered “voluntary” provided Consultant gives City notice of such court order or subpoe na.
(c)
If Consultant, or any officer, employee, agent
,
or subcontractor of
Consultant, provides any information or work product in violation of this Agreement, then City shall have the right to reimbursement and indemnity from Consultant for any damages, costs and fees, including attorneys
’
fees, caused by or incurred as a result of Consultant’s conduct.
(d)
Consultant shall promptly notify City should Consultant, its officers, employees, agents
,
or subcontractors be served with any summons, complaint, subpoena, notice of deposition, request for documents, inte
rrogatories, request for admiss
ions or other discovery
request, court order or subpoena from any party regarding this Agreement and the work performed there under.
City retains the right, but has no obligation, to represent Consultant or be present at any deposition, hearing or similar proceeding.
Consult
ant agrees to cooperate fully with City and
to provide City with the opportunity to review any response to discovery requests provided by Consultant.
However, this right to review any such response does not imply or mean the right by City to control, direct, or rewrite said response.
ARTICLE 7.
ENFORCEMENT OF AGREEMENT AND TERMINATION
7.1 California Law
.
This Agreement shall be interpreted, construed
,
and governed both as to validity and to
performance of the parties in accordance with the laws of the State of California.
Legal actions
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concerning any dispute, claim or matter arising out of or in relation to this Agreement shall be instituted in the Superior Court of the County of Los Angeles, State of California, or any other appropriate court in such county, and Consultant covenants and
agrees to submit to the personal
jurisdiction of such court in the event of such action. In the event of litigation in a U.S. District Court, venue shall lie exclusively in the Central District of California, in the County of Los Angeles, State of Califor
nia.
7.2 Disputes; Default
.
In the event that Consultant is in default under the terms of this Agreement, the City shall not have any obligation or duty to continue compensating Consultant for any work performed after the date of default.
Instead, the City may give notice to Consultant of the default and the reasons for the default.
The notice shall include the timeframe in which Consultant may cure the default.
This timeframe is presumptively thirty (30) days, but may be extended, though not reduced, if circumstances warrant.
During the period of time that Consultant is in default, the City shall hold all invoices and shall, when the default is cured, proceed with payment on the invoices.
In the
alternative, the City may, in its sole discretion, elect to pay some or all of the outstanding invoices during the period of default.
If Consultant does not cure the default, the City may take necessary steps to terminate
this Agreement under this Article.
Any failure on the part of the City to give
notice of the Consultant’s default shall not be deemed to result in a waiver of the City’s legal rights or any rights arising out of any provision of this Agreement.
7.3 Retention of Funds
.
Consultant hereby authorizes City to deduct from any amount payable to Consultant (whether or not arising out of this Agreement)
:
(i) any amounts the payment of which may be in
dispute hereunder or which are necessary to compensate City for any losses, costs, liabilities, or damages suffered by City, and (ii) all amounts for which City may be liable to third parties, by reason of Co
nsultant’s acts or omissions in performing or failing to perform Consultant’s obligation under this Agreement.
In the event tha
t any claim is made by a third party, the amount
or validity of which is disputed by Consultant, or any indebtedness shall exist which shall appear to be the basis for a claim of lien, City may withhold from any payment due, without liability for interest
because of such withholding, an amount sufficient to cover such claim.
The failure of City
to exercise such right to deduct or to withhold shall not, however, affect the obligations of the Consultant to insure, indemnify, and protect City as elsewhere prov ided herein.
7.4 Waiver
.
Waiver by any party to this Agreement of any term, condition, or covenant of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other term, condition, or covenant.
Waiver by any
party of any breach of the provisions of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other provision or a waiver of any subsequent breach or violation of any provision of this Agreement.
Acceptance by City of any work or services by Consultant shall not constitute a waiver of any of the provisions of this Agreement.
No dela
y or omission in the exercise of any right or remedy by a non
-
defaulting party on any default shall impair such right or remedy or be construed as a waiver.
Any waiver by either party of any default must be in writing and shall not be a waiver of any other default concerning the same or any other provision of this Agreement.
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7.5 Rights and Remedies are Cumulative
.
Except with respect to rights and remedies expressly declared to be exclusive in this Agreement, the rights and remedies of the parties are cumulative and the exercise by either party of one or more of such rights or remedies shall not preclude the exercis e by it, at the same or
different times, of any other rights or remedies for the same default or any other default by the other party.
7.6 Legal Action
.
In addition to any other rights or remedies, either party may take legal action, in law or in equity, to cure, correct or remedy any default, to recover damages for any default, to compel specific performance of this Agreement, to obtain declaratory or inj unctive relief, or to obtain any
other remedy consistent with the purposes of this Agreement.
Notwithstanding any contrary
provision herein, Consultant shall file a statutory claim pursuant to Government Code Sections 905 et. seq. and 910 et. seq., in orde
r to pursue a legal action under this Agreement.
7.7 Termination Prior to Expiration of Term
.
This Section shall govern any termination of this Agreement except as specifically provided in the following Section for termination for cause. The City reserves the right to terminate this Agreement at any time, with or without cause, upon thirty (30) day s’ written notice to
Consultant, except that where termination is due to the fault of the Consultant, the period of notice may be such shorter time as may be determined by the Contract Officer. In addition, Consultant may terminate this Agreement if and on
ly if all of the following criteria are met: (i) City is in default under the terms of this Agreement; (ii) Consultant has given City thirty (
30 )
days’ written
notice (or longer, if circumstances warrant) of the default and the reasons for the default; and (iii) City has failed to cure the default within said cure period. Upon receipt of any notice of termination, Consultant shall immediately cease
all services hereunder except such as may be
specifically approved by the Contract Officer. Except where the C onsultant has initiated
termination, the Consultant shall be entitled to compensation for all services rendered prior to the effective date of the notice of termination and for any services authorized by the Contract Officer thereafter in accordance with t
he Schedule of Compensation or such as may be approved by the Contract Officer, except as provided in Section 7.3. In the event the Consultant has initiated termination, the Consultant shall be entitled to compensation only for the reasonable value of the work product actually produced hereunder. In the event of City’s termination without cause pursuant to this Section, the City need not provide the Consultant with the opportunity to cure pursuant to Section 7.2.
7.8 Termination for Default of Consultant
.
If termination is due to the failure of the Consultant to fulfill its obligations under this Agreement, City may, after compliance with the provisions of Section 7.2, take over the work and prosecute the same to completion by contract or otherwise, and the
Consultant shall be liable to
the extent that the total cost for completion of the services required hereunder exceeds the compensation herein stipulated (provided that the City shall use reasonable efforts to mitigate such
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damages), and City may withhold any payments to the Consultant for the purpose of set -
off or
partial payment of the amounts owed
by the City therefor.
7.9 Attorneys
’
Fees
.
If either party to this Agreement is required to initiate or defend or made a party to any action or proceeding in any way connected with this Agreement, the prevailing party in such action or proceeding, in addition to any other relief which may be grante d, whether legal or equitable,
shall be entitled to reasonable attorney’s fees.
Attorney’s fees shall include attorney’s fees on any
appeal, and in addition a party entitled to attorney’s fees shall be entitled to all other reasonable costs for investigati
ng such action, taking depositions and discovery and all other necessary costs the court allows which are incurred in such litigation.
All such fees shall be deemed to have accrued
on commencement of such action and shall be enforceable whether or not such action is prosecuted to judgment.
ARTICLE 8.
CITY OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES: NON
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DISCRIMINATION
8.1 Non
-
liability of City Officers and Emplo
yees.
No officer or employee of the City shall be personally liable to the Consultant, or any successor in interest, in the event of any default or breach by the City or for any amount which may become due to the Consultant or to its successor, or for breach of any obligation of the terms
of this Agreement.
8.2 Conflict of Interest
.
Consultant covenants that neither it, nor any officer or principal of its firm, has or shall acquire any interest, directly or indirectly, which would conflict in any manner with the interests of City or which would in any way hinder Consultant’s performan ce of services under this
Agreement.
Consultant further covenants that in the performance of this Agreement, no person having any such interest shall be employed by it as an officer, employee, agent or subcontractor without the express written consent of t
he Contract Officer.
Consultant agrees to at all times avoid
conflicts of interest or the appearance of any conflicts of interest with the interests of City in the performance of this Agreement.
No officer or employee of the City shall have any financial interest, direct or indirect, in this Agreement nor shall any such officer or employee participate in any decision relating to the Agreement which affects her/his financial interest or the financi al interest of any corporation,
partnership or association in which (s)he is, directly or indirectly, interested, in violation of any State statute or regulation.
The Consultant warrants that it has not paid or given and will not pay or give any third part
y any money or other consideration for obtaining this Agreement.
8.3 Covenant Against Discrimination
.
Consultant covenants that, by and for itself, its heirs, executors, assigns, and all persons claiming under or through them, that there shall be no discrimination against or segregation of, any person or group of persons on account of race, color, creed, r eligion, sex, gender, sexual
orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry
,
or other protected class in the performance of
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this Agreement.
Consultant shall take affirmative action to insure that applicants are employed and that employees are treated during employment without regard to their race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestr y
,
or other protected class.
8.4 Unauthorized Aliens
.
Consultant hereby promises and agrees to comply with all of the provisions of the Federal Immigration and Nationality Act, 8
U.S.C.A. §§
1101,
et seq.
, as amended, and in connection
therewith, shall not employ unauthorized aliens as defined therein.
Should Consultant so employ
such unauthorized aliens for the performance of work and/or services covered by this Agreement, and should any liability or sanctions be imposed against City for such use of unauthorized aliens, Consultant hereby agrees to and s
hall r
eimburse City for the cost of all such liabilities or sanctions imposed, together with any and all costs, including attorneys’ fees, incurred by City.
ARTICLE 9.
MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
9.1 Notices
.
Any notice, demand, request, document, consent, approval, or communication either party desires or is required to give to the other party or any other person shall be in writing and either served personally or sent by prepaid, first
-
class mail, in the case
of the City, to the City Manager
and to the attention of the Contract Officer (with her/his name and City title), City of Carson, 701 East Carson, Carson, California
90745 and in the case of the Consultant, to the person(s) at the address designated on th
e execution page of this Agreement.
Either party may change its address
by notifying the other party of the change of address in writing.
Notice shall be deemed
communicated at the time personally delivered or in seventy -
two (72) hours from the time of
mailing if mailed as provided in this Section.
9.2 Interpretation
.
The terms of this Agreement shall be construed in accordance with the meaning of the language used and shall not be construed for or against either party by reason of the authorship of this Agreement or any other rule of construction which might otherwise apply.
9.3 Counterparts
.
This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts and each of such counterparts shall for all purposes be deemed to be an original, whether the signatures are originals, electronic, facsimiles or digital. All such counterparts shall together co nstitute but one and the
same Agreement.
9.4 Integration; Amendment
.
This Agreement including the attachments hereto is the entire, complete and exclusive expression of the understanding of the parties.
It is understood that there are no oral agreements
between the parties hereto affecting this Agreement and this Agreement supersedes and cancels any and all previous negotiations, arrangements, agreements and understandings, if any, between the parties, an
d none shall be used to interpret this Agreement.
No amendment to or modification
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of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and approved by the Consultant and by the City Council.
The parties agree that this requirement for written modifications cannot be waived and that any attempted waiver shall be void.
9.5 Severability
.
In the event that any one or more of the phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections contained in this Agreement shall be declared invalid or unenforceable by a valid judgment or decree of a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unen forceability shall not affect any
of the remaining phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections of this Agreement which are hereby declared as severable and shall be interpreted to carry out the intent of the parties hereunder unless the invalid pr
ovision is so material that its invalidity deprives either party of the basic benefit of their bargain or renders this Agreement meaningless.
9.6 Warranty & Representation of Non
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Collusion
.
No official, officer, or employee of City has any financial interest, direct or indirect, in this Agreement, nor shall any official, officer, or employee of City participate in any decision relating to this Agreement which may affect his/her financial inte rest or the financial interest of any
corporation, partnership, or association in which (s)he is directly or indirectly interested, or in violation of any corporation, partnership, or association in which (s)he is directly or indirectly interested, or in v
iolation of any State or municipal statute or regulation.
The determination of
“financial interest” shall be consistent with State law and shall not include interests found to be “remote” or “non
-
interests” pursuant to Government Code Sections 1091 or 1091.5.
Consultant
warrants and represents that it has not paid or given, and will not pay or give, to any third party including, but not limited to, any City official, officer, or employee, any money, consideration, or other thing of value as a result or cons
equence of obtaining or being awarded any agreement.
Consultant further warrants and represents that (s)he/it has not engaged in any act(s), omission(s), or other conduct or collusion that would result in the payment of any money, consideration, or other thing of value to any third party including, but not l imited to, any City official, officer, or
employee, as a result of consequence of obtaining or being awarded any agreement.
Consultant is
aware of and understands that any such act(s), omission(s) or oth er conduct resulting in such
payment of money, consideration, or other thing of value will render this Agreement void and of no force or effect.
Consultant’s Authorized Initials _______
9.7 Corporate Authority
.
The persons executing this Agreement on behalf of the parties hereto warrant that :
(i) such
party is duly organized and existing
;
(ii) they are duly authorized to execute and deliver this Agreement on behalf of said party
;
(iii) by so executing this Agreement, such party is formally bound to the provisions of this Agreement
;
and (iv) the entering into this Agreement does not
violate any provision of any other Agreement to which said party is bound.
This Agreement shall
be binding upon the heirs, executors,
administrators, successors and assigns of the parties.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF
, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the date and year first
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above written.
CITY
:
CITY OF CARSON, a municipal corporation
Lula Davis
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Holmes
, Mayor
ATTEST:
Dr. Khaleah
K
. Bradshaw, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ALESHIRE & WYNDER, LLP
Sunny K. Soltani, City Attorney
[pks]
CONSULTANT:
WEST COAST ARBORISTS, INC., a California
corporation
By:
Name:
Title:
By:
Name:
Title:
Address:
220 0E. Via Burton St.
Anaheim, CA 92806
Two corporate officer signatures required when Consultant is a corporation, with one signature required from each of the following groups: 1) Chairman of the Board, President or any Vice President; and 2) Secretary, any Assistant Secretary, Chief Financial
Officer or any Assistant Treasurer. APPROPRIATE ATTESTATIONS
SHALL BE INCLUDED AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY THE BYLAWS, ARTICLES OF INCORPORATION, OR OTHER RULES OR REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO CONSULTANT’S BUSINESS ENTITY.
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PURPOSE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF
LOS ANGELES
On __________, 20
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before me, ________________, personally appeared ________________, proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose names(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same i n his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by
his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument.
I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
Signature: _____________________________________
OPTIONAL
Though the data below is not required by law, it may prove valuable to persons relying on the document and could prevent fraudulent reattachment of this form
.
CAPACITY CLAIMED BY SIGNER
DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED DOCUMENT
INDIVIDUAL
CORPORATE OFFICER
_______________________________
TITLE(S)
PARTNER(S)
LIMITED
GENERAL
ATTORNEY
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IN
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FACT
TRUSTEE(S)
GUARDIAN/CONSERVATOR
OTHER_______________________________
______________________________________
SIGNER IS REPRESENTING:
(NAME OF PERSON(S) OR ENTITY(IES))
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
___________________________________
TITLE OR TYPE OF DOCUMENT
___________________________________
NUMBER OF PAGES
___________________________________
DATE OF DOCUMENT
___________________________________
SIGNER(S) OTHER THAN NAMED ABOVE
A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy or validity of that
document.
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CALIFORNIA ALL
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PURPOSE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF
LOS ANGELES
On __________, 20
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before me, ________________, personally appeared ________________, proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose names(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same i n his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by
his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person(s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument.
I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
Signature: _____________________________________
OPTIONAL
Though the data below is not required by law, it may prove valuable to persons relying on the document and could prevent fraudulent reattachment of this form
.
CAPACITY CLAIMED BY SIGNER
DESCRIPTION OF ATTACHED DOCUMENT
INDIVIDUAL
CORPORATE OFFICER
_______________________________
TITLE(S)
PARTNER(S)
LIMITED
GENERAL
ATTORNEY
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IN
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FACT
TRUSTEE(S)
GUARDIAN/CONSERVATOR
OTHER_______________________________
______________________________________
SIGNER IS REPRESENTING:
(NAME OF PERSON(S) OR ENTITY(IES))
_____________________________________________
_____________________________________________
___________________________________
TITLE OR TYPE OF DOCUMENT
___________________________________
NUMBER OF PAGES
___________________________________
DATE OF DOCUMENT
___________________________________
SIGNER(S) OTHER THAN NAMED ABOVE
A notary public or other officer completing this certificate verifies only the identity of the individual who signed the document to which this certificate is attached, and not the truthfulness, accuracy or validity of that
document.
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1 EXHIBIT
“
A
”
SCOPE OF SERVICES
I.
Consultant will perform the following Services
:
A.
S
upport the development of the City of Carson’s Urban Forest Master Plan (UFMP), including but not limited to the following
:
1. Public Engagement Plan:
(a)
Develop and implement a public engagement process involving community stakeholders, residents, businesses, schools, and other interested parties.
(b)
Engagement methods may include surveys, email outreach, focus groups, and/or interviews.
(c)
Survey data shall be analyzed and integrated into the UFMP.
Consultant shall facilitate at least one public meeting.
2. Urban Canopy Analysis
(a)
Conduct a tree canopy analysis using ariel or satellite imagery, GIS data, drone footage, and other applicable technologies and incorporate those findings in to the UFMP.
3. Urban Forest as a City Asset
(a)
Illustrate the City’s urban forest as a vital environmental and financial asset by emphasizing the importance of preserving and enhancing the urban canopy.
4. Operational and Policy Recommendations
(a)
Provide actionable recommendations that align with City goals and policies to increase operational efficiency, reduce risk and liability, and improve collaboration among City departments, decision makers, and the community.
5. Strategic and Incremental Planning
(a)
Develop a long
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range, 40
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year strategic framework for urban
forestry, supported by incremental 5
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year management plans.
6. Monitoring and Evaluation Structure
(a)
Establish a monitoring and evaluation framework to track implementation progress, measure success, and guide future plan updates.
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2 7.
Tree Species Recommendations
(a)
Provide consistent tree species recommendations based on planting conditions and zones, referencing the City’s approved species list, and may recommend additional species for consideration.
8. Tree Maintenance and Installation Specifications
(a)
Provide best practices and specifications for tree maintenance, tree planting, and related infrastructure (e.g., sidewalk installations for street trees, trees in parking lots, medians and open spaces).
9. Planting Opportunity Assessment
(a)
Identify neighborhoods and areas within the City suitable for increased tree planting.
10. Tree Protection Standards
(a)
Establish standards for tree protection and care, particularly in areas affected by construction or development near City trees.
11. Tree Inventory Classification
(a)
Assist in identifying and classifying trees within the City’s inventory, including street trees, park trees, and others by type or location.
12. Policy and Guideline Development
(a)
Provide recommendations for new or revised policies and guidelines related to urban forestry management, including planting standards, maintenance procedures, and urban forest management goals.
B.
The City may request additional services as optional/add -
on tasks related to urban
forestry planning that are not explicitly listed in Section A. These will be performed at the rates provided in Exhibit C.
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3 II.
As part of the Services, Consultant will prepare and deliver the following tangible work products to the City:
A.
Final Urban Forest Master Plan in digital format (Word and PDF) along with four (4) professionally bound hard copies and any associated data files (i.e., GIS layers, maps, spreadsheets, survey results).
III.
In addition to the requirements of Section 6.2, during performance of the Services, Consultant will keep the City
appraised of the status of performance by delivering
the following status reports:
A.
As requested by the Contract Officer.
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4 IV.
All work product is subject to review and acceptance by the City, and must be revised by the Consultant without additional charge to the City until found satisfactory and accepted by City.
V.
Consultant will utilize the following personnel to accomplish the Services :
A.
Robert Thompson, Area Manager
B.
Tim Crothers, Plant Health Care Manager
C.
Andrew Pineda, GIS Manager
D.
Kelly Parkins, Plant Health Care Coordinator
E.
Jeff Crain, Consulting Arborist
F.
Rebecca Mejia, Consulting Arborist
G.
Lissette Rios, Plant Health Care Urban Biologist
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“
B
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
(Superseding Contract Boilerplate)
I.
Section 9.8 (
Special
Provisions) is hereby added to this Agreement to read in its entirety as follows:
“9.
8 Special Provisions.
The Contractor shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin,
sex
,
or
other federally restricted class in the performance of this contract.
All public communications and promotion including press releases, print
publications,
signage, online messaging, etc. must acknowledge the program
funding partner (USDA Forest
Service) (using both name and logo) and must
i
nclude
the
GreenLatinos logo, available upon
request.
The Contractor agrees to perform all activities funded by this Agreement in
accordance
with all applicable federal, state
,
and local laws, including without
limitation laws which regulate
the use of funds allocated Cooperative Forestry
Assistance Act, P.L. 95
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313 as amended, 16 USC
section 2105 and Public Law 117
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169,
Subtitle D, Section 23003(a). The term “federal, state and local laws” as used in this
Agreement shall mean all applicable statutes, rules, regulations, executive orders,
directives or other l
aws, including all laws as presently in effect and as may be
amended or otherwise altered during the Agreement Term, as well as all such
laws which may be
enacted or otherwise become effective during the Agreement
Term.
The originating source of Federal assistance funds for this Agreement is made
under the
authority of the Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act, P.L. 95 -
313 as
amended, 16 USC section
2105 and Public Law 117
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169, Subtitle D, Section 23003(a).
The Federal Assistance Listing
(formerly Catalog of Federal Domestic Assistance
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CFDA) number and name are 10.727, Inflation
Reduction Act Urban & Community
Forestry Program. GreenLatinos
’ Award Cooperative
Agreement (FAIN) number is
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CA
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11132544
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013, and the originating grant period is December
13, 2023
,
to
December 31, 2028
.”
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1 EXHIBIT
“
C
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SCHEDULE OF COMPENSATION
I.
Consultant shall perform the following tasks at the following rates:
JOB TITLE
RATE
Consulting Arborist Services
$175.00 per hour
Urban Biologist Services
$175.00 per hour
GIS Inventory Services
$175.00 per hour
Overall Project Budget
$170,800.00
*these rates are also applicable for additional services if requested by the City.
II.
Within the budgeted amounts for each Task, and with the approval of the Contract Officer, funds may be shifted from one Task sub
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budget to another so long as the
Contract Sum is not exceeded per Section 2.1, unless Additional Services are approved per Section 1.8.
III.
The City
will compensate Consultant for the Services performed upon submission of a valid invoice.
Each invoice is to include:
A.
Line items for all personnel describing the work performed, the number of hours worked, and the hourly rate.
B.
Line items for all materials and equipment properly charged to the Services.
C.
Line items for all other approved reimbursable expenses claimed, with supporting documentation.
D.
Line items for all approved subcontractor labor, supplies, equipment, materials, and travel properly charged to the Services.
IV.
The total compensation for the Services shall not exceed $ 170,800.00
as provided in
Section 2.1 of this Agreement.
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1 EXHIBIT
“
D
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SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE
I.
Consultant shall perform all services timely in accordance with the following schedule:
A.
Public Engagement Plan (
D
raft) by
February
2026.
B.
Community Outreach and Stakeholder Input by
February
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April
2026.
C.
Tree Canopy Analysis Completion by
March
2026.
D.
Preliminary Draft UFMP by
April
2026.
E.
Public Presentation of Draft UFMP by
April
2026.
F.
Final UFMP (digital and hard copies) by
May
2026.
II.
Consultant shall deliver the following tangible work products to the City by the following dates.
A.
Preliminary Draft UFMP by
April
2026.
B.
Final UFMP (digital and hard copies) by
May
2026.
III.
The Contract Officer may approve extensions for performance of the services in accordance with Section 3.2.
CITY OF CARSON 701 East Carson Street
Report to Honorable Mayor and City Council
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 5:00 PM
CONSENT 24. To: Honorable Mayor and City Council From: Dr. Arlington Rodgers, Director of Public Works PW {{division}} Subject: CONSIDER APPROVAL OF LETTER OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CARSON ANDTHE LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (LACMTA) FOR THE AVALONBOULEVARD FIRST/LAST MILE RECONNECTING COMMUNITIES AND NEIGHBORHOODS (RCN) PROJECTRELATED TO THE 2028 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES (CITY COUNCIL) I. SUMMARY
The City Council is being asked to approve a Letter of Agreement (LOA) between the City of Carson and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) that outlines how the two agencies will work together to design and construct transportation and streetscape improvements along Avalon Boulevard between 184th Street and Del Amo Boulevard. These improvements are part of a larger, federally funded program tied to preparations for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The agreement establishes clear roles, responsibilities, timelines, and reimbursement procedures, and ensures the City can participate in and influence the project while being reimbursed for eligible staff costs.
II. RECOMMENDATION
APPROVE the proposed Letter of Agreement between the City of Carson and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) for the Avalon Boulevard First/Last Mile Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods Project, and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.
III. ALTERNATIVES
1. CONTINUE the item to a future meeting to request additional information or clarification.
2. DECLINE to approve the proposed Letter of Agreement.
3. TAKE any other action the City Council deems appropriate and consistent with applicable law.
IV. BACKGROUND
In preparation for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, LACMTA is implementing a region-wide set of transportation improvements known as the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods (RCN) Project. The RCN Project includes improvements such as bus priority lanes, pedestrian and bicycle enhancements, mobility hubs, and other public right-of-way upgrades designed to improve safety, access, and connectivity. The RCN Project is funded through a federal grant program administered by the U.S. Department of Transportation.
LACMTA received the grant funding and is coordinating with cities across Los Angeles County to deliver local projects.
Within the City of Carson, the planned improvements are focused along Avalon Boulevard, which is one of the City’s major north-south streets. This portion of the work is referred to as the Avalon Boulevard First/Last Mile Project. “First/Last Mile” improvements are designed to make it easier, safer, and more comfortable for people to travel between their homes, businesses, and transit stops, such as bus stops or mobility hubs. These improvements are especially important for pedestrians, bicyclists, seniors, and people with disabilities.
The project includes a variety of street, sidewalk, and safety improvements, such as: sidewalk and walkway upgrades to meet current ADA (Americans with Disabilities Act) standards, which ensure accessibility for people with disabilities – this includes installing ADA-compliant curb ramps at all intersections and mid-block crossings; buffered bicycle lanes, where space allows, to provide additional separation between bicyclists and vehicle traffic; traffic calming measures to improve safety, including narrowing vehicle travel lanes to help reduce speeding; curb extensions (also known as “bulb-outs”) at select locations, which shorten crossing distances for pedestrians and improve visibility at intersections; curb and gutter replacement in areas where water tends to collect, helping improve storm drainage and reduce standing water; utility coordination, including adjusting or relocating utility covers, vaults, or lines when they conflict with new sidewalks or bicycle facilities; intersection improvements, such as traffic signal upgrades, new or enhanced crosswalks, and signal timing changes that better prioritize pedestrians and bicyclists; and, accessible pedestrian features, including ADA-compliant push buttons with audible signals to assist people with visual impairments when crossing the street. Together, these improvements are intended to enhance safety, accessibility, and overall mobility along Avalon Boulevard for residents, visitors, and transit users.
With that said, the purpose of the proposed Letter of Agreement is to clearly define:
How the City and LACMTA will coordinate on design and construction How City standards will be incorporated into the project How City staff time and costs will be reimbursed using federal funds How issues will be resolved to avoid delays
How completed improvements will be accepted and maintained Under the agreement, LACMTA will be responsible for most design, engineering, construction, contractor procurement, and public outreach. The City will provide plan review, coordination, inspections, and final acceptance of the improvements. Construction is anticipated to begin in early 2027 and be completed by December 31, 2027. The agreement also establishes structured processes for project meetings, issue resolution, work orders, reimbursement requests, environmental compliance, public notifications, and long-term maintenance responsibilities.
V. FISCAL IMPACT
Approval of this Letter of Agreement does not result in a direct cost to the City’s General Fund. City costs associated with staff time for plan review, coordination, inspections, and project administration are eligible for reimbursement through the federal RCN grant, provided the work is pre-authorized through annual work plans and work orders; and, properly documented and invoiced in accordance with the agreement. The agreement includes safeguards to ensure the City is reimbursed for eligible costs and requires LACMTA approval before work is performed.
VI. EXHIBITS
1. Proposed Letter of Agreement Between the City of Carson and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority for the Avalon Boulevard First/Last Mile Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods Project
2. Location Map and Conceptual Renderings
Attachments
Exhibit 1_RCN LOA First Last Mile.pdf
Exhibit 2_Location Map and Conceptual Renderings.pdf
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January 20, 2026
David C. Roberts, Jr.
City Manager
City of Carson
701 E. Carson St.
Carson, CA 90745
LETTER OF AGREEMENT: RECONNECTING COMMUNITIES AND NEIGHBORHOODS
1.1 In preparation for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (" LACMTA") is collaborating with local municipalities throughout Los Angeles County, to implement a subset of projects from the 2028 Olympic Games Mobility Concept Plan collectively referred to as the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhood Project (" RCN Project"). The RCN Project includes the implementation of 35.5 miles of bus priority improvements, development of five mobility hubs, fi ve first/last mile investments, 60 bikeshare locations, and other public right -of-way infrastructure improvements (collectively referred to as "Improvements") (See LACMTA Board Report File #2024-0913).
The U.S. Department of Transportation ("USDOT") awarded LACMTA funding for the implementation of the RCN Project through the Reconnecting Communities and Neighborhoods Grant program (" RCN Grant Program "). Costs incurred under the LOA that will be reimbursed through the RCN Grant Program must comply with the federal procurement guidelines set out in 2 C.F.R. Part 200. Per LACMTA’s RCN Project schedule, construction of Improvements is anticipated to begin in early 2027 and be completed by December 31, 2027.
As of ______________________________, 2026 (the "Effective Date"), LACMTA and the City of Carson ("City") (each, individually, a "Party" and collectively the "Parties") have identified and mutually agreed upon Improvements to be completed in the public rights-of-way within the City as part of the Avalon Boulevard First Last Mile Project, located along Avalon Boulevard between 184th Street and Del Amo Boulevard (“City Project”). The purpose of this Letter of Agreement ("LOA") is to define the manner in which the Parties will cooperate and coordinate on the Design and Construction of the City Project.
1.2 The Parties hereby agree as follows:
(a) Scope: The Parties agree to cooperate and coordinate with each other on the City Project and this LOA sets out the procedures for coordination for all activities related to the design, redesign, engineering or architecture of the Improvements (collectively referred to as “Design”) and all construction activities necessary to complete the City Project including any Improvements and the installation, inspection, and testing of new facilities, including temporary and permanent materials, equipment, systems, software, and any components of such permanent materials, systems, and software (collectiv ely referred to as
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“Construction” or " Construct", which shall be construed accordingly). Unless otherwise agreed, LACMTA shall perform the Design and Construction activities and be responsible for the procurement of contractors to perform the Design and Construction of the City Project including any coordination with utility companies, as necessary. The City agrees to designate the City Project as a high-priority public works project and to provide LACMTA with expedited review and approval (as required) of the LACMTA Submittals.
The Parties will mutually agree on the Basis of Design for the City Project at the 30% Design level and will identify the applicable City Standards, criteria, specifications, and requirements for the Improvements to minimize the risk of delays, change orders and other unforeseen costs. Upon mutual agreement on the Basis of Design, LACMTA will only make changes to the Basis of Design that are required under Applicable Law or recommended for value engineering.
(b) Duration: This LOA will commence on the Effective Date and continue until the Improvements located in the City have been completed and accepted by the City and LACMTA has completed the grant closeout activities with the City. (c) Governance: Each Party shall designate an individual (s) who is authorized to represent the Party, administer the LOA , and independently make decisions and commitments on behalf of the Party, (respectively , the "City Representative" and "LACMTA Representative").
(d) Project Meetings: LACMTA may convene meetings with respect to the City Project for the purposes of providing a forum for over-the-shoulder reviews to consider issues, or potential issues, and to present, understand and discuss proposed solutions with respect to the Improvements ("Project Meetings"). Any changes discussed during a Project Meeting that impact the contractual obligations of the Parties under this LOA must be formalized and documented in accordance with Section 1.2(t) (Amendment) to take effect. (e) Issue Resolution: The Parties shall make good faith efforts to resolve any issues that arise with respect to the City Project at the working-level. Issues that cannot be resolved at the working-level pursuant to the agreed upon communication protocols shall be escalated by the City Representative or LACMTA Representative identifying an issue to the other Party in an email Notice to the other Party marked "Issue for Resolution" in the subject line and describe the issue and the provide background information regarding the issue (together with any supporting documentation). Issue resolution meetings will be held within ten days of the Notice. Issue resolution meetings may be held in person or via videoconference or teleconference. Any solutions identified or changes discussed that affect the Parties' obligations under this LOA must be formalized and documented in accordance with Section
1.2(t) (Amendment) of this LOA.
(f) City Project Schedule: The Parties acknowledge the timely completion of the City Project will be influenced by the Parties' ability to coordinate their activities, communicate with each other, and respond promptly to reasonable requests. The City agrees to cooperate and coordinate with LACMTA in accordance with the terms of this LOA to meet the City Project schedule and to allocate sufficient staff and other resources necessary to meet the agreed upon review timelines. Failure to perform work in accordance with the City Project schedule will be escalated in accordance with Section 1.2(e) (Issue Resolution).
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(g) Annual Work Plan and Work Orders:
(i) Annual Work Plan
At the beginning of each LACMTA Fiscal Year, the Parties shall review the City Project schedule and the life of project resourcing needs to facilitate the efficient and timely delivery of the City Project. LACMTA shall provide the City with a preliminary scope of activities and services LACMTA anticipates during the upcoming LACMTA Fiscal Year and the estimated start and finish dates for the anticipated scope of services and activities . Upon receipt of the preliminary scope of activities and services, the City will submit an annual work plan that includes the estimated Costs for the anticipated work that is eligible for reimbursement and the personnel resources anticipated to perform the required work ("Annual Work Plan "). The Parties will meet to review the Annual Work Plan to ensure it aligns with the allocated budget for the Improvements and negotiate in good faith the issues necessary to finalize and agree on the Annual Work Plan. Once the Parties agree on the Annual Work Plan, the City shall promptly submit a Form 60 included under Exhibit 3 (Form 60) to LACMTA in order to estimate the total effort and allowable direct costs under the Annual Work Plan. In the alternative to agreeing on an Annual Work Plan, the Parties may agree to a life of project budget for the work contemplated under this LOA.
(ii) Work Orders
(A) Once LACMTA approves the Form 60, the Parties shall discuss and agree upon the scope of work to be performed in relation to the City and LACMTA shall issue a written and signed authorization for the performance of the agreed upon scope of w ork ("Work Orders"). Each Work Order issued by LACMTA to the City shall specify the work authorized to be performed, as well as any materials or equipment to be acquired, the amount of money the City will be reimbursed as agreed under the applicable Form 60 subject to available funding ; and a schedule, including the estimated start and end dates, for such authorized work under the relevant Work Order. (B) Any request for amendment to a Work Order issued under this LOA shall be submitted in writing to LACMTA for its prior approval, and if the requested change includes a proposed adjustment to total effort and Costs for the work under the Work Order, it shall be submitted together with an updated Form 60 reflecting the proposed change.
(iii) Resourcing
(A) LACMTA acknowledges and agrees the City may engage contractors and/or consultants to carry out work or the scope of activities or services required to be performed by the City under a Work Order, provided the contractors and/or consultants shall be required to comply with the terms of this LOA. (B) If the City determines that additional personnel or other resources (including through the use of City contractors) are required to mitigate the risk of delay in performing its obligations under the Work Orders, the City shall meet with
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LACMTA to discuss the usage of such additional personnel or other resources, and may request an amendment to a Work Order in accordance with Section 1.2(g)(ii)(B) (Work Orders).
(iv) Notification of Costs
The City shall promptly notify LACMTA if at any time it anticipates:
(A) exceeding approximately 75% of the total estimated labor Costs under any Work Order within the next 60 days; or
(B) that the total labor Costs under any Work Order will be in excess of approximately 10% greater than the previously estimated Costs, and shall request an amendment to such Work Order in accordance with Section
1.2(g)(ii)(B).
(v) Work Authorized Prior to the Effective Date
Any work performed by the City for the City Project that has been authorized in writing or via a Work Order prior to the Effective Date shall continue until such authorized work has been completed.
(h) Reimbursements: Following commencement of work under a Work Order, t he City shall submit its billings for work to LACMTA ([email protected]) on a progress basis no later than 30 days after commencement of the work has been performed under a Work Order. The City shall provide supporting documentation to demonstrate the Costs incurred by the City with respect to a Work Order, including contractor/consultant invoices, the names of individuals performing the relevant tasks and the time committed t o those tasks, a description of the tasks performed by reference to the tasks described in the Work Order, and any other supporting information required under the terms of the Work Order or otherwise requested by LACMTA.
Payment of each invoice properly submitted shall be due within 30 days of receipt; provided that: (a) all such payments shall be conditional, subject to post -audit adjustments and (b) all scope is authorized, and (c) all invoices shall contain appropriate supporting documentation.
The final billing under a Work Order shall be submitted to LACMTA, as soon as practicable, but no later than 60 days after completion of the work under the applicable Work Order or August 31, 2028, whichever is earlier. Invoices submitted to LACMTA after August 31, 2028 will not be eligible for reimbursement.
(i) Governmental and Lender Requirements : The RCN Project is subject to financial assistance provided by a grant agreement through USDOT, and local, regional, and state financing and funding from other Governmental Entities, and the City agrees to comply with the terms and conditions and any prescribed governmental and lender requirements under the applicable grant, funding or financing agreements.
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(j) Design Responsibilities: Unless otherwise agreed, LACMTA shall be responsible for the Design of the Improvements as set out in Part A ( Design) of Exhibit 2 (Design and Construction Requirements).
(k) Value Engineering: The Parties agree to work together to create efficiencies to reduce the overall cost of Improvements to maximize the value of public funds. The City will exercise sound engineering judgment to cooperate and coordinate with LACMTA to identify efficient approaches to the Design of Improvements when:
(i) performing Design reviews including as part of the resolution of City comments made to Designs; and
(ii) reviewing any requests for deviations from the City Standards . The Parties acknowledge and agree that this will include identifying, and reviewing LACMTA identified, recommendations for potential innovations and value engineering opportunities that will offer value in terms of schedule savings, and/or quality benefits, and adopting and applying those recommendations. Any innovation or value engineering recommendations will be evaluated on the basis that any such recommendation should satisfy the required function of the Improvement at the lowest total cost (capital, operating, an d maintenance) consistent with the requirements of performance, reliability, maintainability, and safety. (l) Construction Responsibilities: Unless otherwise agreed, LACMTA shall be responsible for the Construction of the Improvements as set out in Part B ( Construction) of Exhibit 2 (Design and Construction Requirements).
(m) Permits: LACMTA shall obtain all necessary City permits and approvals to comply with City Standards relating to the Design and Construction of the Improvements. In lieu of permit fees, LACMTA shall reimburse the City for staff time to review LACMTA Submittals in accordance with Section 1.2(g)(ii) (Work Orders).
(n) Environmental Approval : LACMTA has completed the environmental review process required p ursuant to the C alifornia Environmental Quality Act Statutory Categorical Exemptions under SB-922 and National Environmental Policy Act Categorical Exclusions.
Approvals for the RCN Project's Categorical Exemptions / Exclusions were granted in December 2024. All Construction pursuant to this LOA shall comply with the environmental controls required under the environmental approvals.
(o) "As-Built" Drawings: LACMTA and City shall each maintain a set of "as-built" plans of Improvements performed by LACMTA during C onstruction. Upon completion of the City Project, LACMTA shall furnish reproducible " as-built" drawings showing all Improvements installed by LACMTA in the public rights-of-way after completion of such work. All "as-built" plans shall be produced as CAD files or in the format agreed by the Parties. (p) Inspection and Acceptance : The Parties shall agree to inspection and acceptance procedures for the Construction of Improvements performed under this LOA. (q) Operation and Maintenance : The City shall be responsible for the operation and maintenance of Improvements installed in the City’s public rights-of-way after completion of final inspection and acceptance. LACMTA shall be responsible for ensuring the operation
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and maintenance of Improvements completed on LACMTA property and in LACMTA rights- of-way.
(r) Indemnity: LACMTA shall release, defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City and its respective officers, agents, representatives, and employees from and against all liabilities, expenses (including legal fees and costs), claims, losses, suits, and actions of any kind, and for damages of any nature including, but not limited to, bodily injury, death, personal injury, or property damage arising from or connected with its performance under this LOA.
Each Party agrees to notify the other promptly upon receipt of any third- party claim for which a Party is entitled to indemnity under this LOA.
(s) Interpretation: This LOA is not to be interpreted or construed against the interests of a Party merely because that Party proposed this LOA or some provision of it, or because that Party relies on a provision of this LOA to protect itself. (t) Amendment. This LOA and any of its terms can only be amended, modified, or superseded by written instrument duly executed by the Parties.
(u) Counterparts: This LOA may be executed in any number of counterparts, and each of such counterparts shall for all purposes be deemed to be an original, whether the signatures are wet, electronic, or digital and all of which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.
(v) Limitation on Third Party Beneficiaries: Nothing in the terms of this LOA is intended: (a) to create duties for, obligations to, or rights in third parties not Parties to this LOA, except to the extent that, specific provisions (such as the indemnity provision) identif ies third parties and provided that they are entitled to benefits hereunder; or (b) to affect the legal liability of either P arty to the LOA by imposing any standard of care with respect to the development, design, construction, operation or maintenance of the Improvements and other public facilities that is different from the standard of care imposed by Applicable Law. (w) Survival: The representations, warranties, indemnities, waivers, all payment obligations hereunder incurred prior to termination of this LOA, and all other provisions that by their inherent nature should survive termination of this LOA, shall survive the termination of this LOA for any reason whatsoever, and shall remain in effect unless and until terminated or modified in writing by mutual agreement.
(x) Confidential Information: It may be necessary or advisable for either P arty to share confidential information with the other Party to carry out the objectives of this LOA for the City Project and in connection with such sharing of confidential information, the Parties may enter into a non-disclosure agreement ("Non-Disclosure Agreement").
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LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
By: ___________________________________
Name: Shawn Atlow
Title: Executive Officer, Countywide Planning & Development
Date: _________________________________
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CITY OF CARSON
By: _________________________________
Name: David C. Roberts, Jr.
Title: City Manager
Date: _________________________________
ATTEST:
By: __________________________________
Name: Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw
Title: City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ALESHIRE & WYNDER, LLP
By: ___________________________________
Name: Sunny K. Soltani
Title: City Attorney
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EXHIBIT 1
DEFINITIONS
"Annual Work Plan" is defined in Section 1.2(g)(i) (Annual Work Plan). "Applicable Law " means any statute, law, code, regulation, ordinance, rule, common law, judgment, judicial or administrative order, decree, directive, or other requirement having the force of law or other governmental restriction (including those resulting from the initiative or referendum process) or any similar form of decision of, or determination by, or any interpretation or administration of any of the foregoing by, any Governmental Entity which is applicable to the Improvements, any work performed und er this LOA or any relevant person, whether taking effect before or after the date of this LOA. Applicable Law excludes Governmental Approvals, customs, duties, and tariffs.
"Basis of Design " means with respect to any Improvements , the scope, criteria, specifications and requirements for those Improvements agreed by LACMTA and the City. "Compliance Comments" means a comment on, objection to, or the withholding of approval to a LACMTA Submittal on the basis of one or more of the following:
(i) the LACMTA Submittal or Design work or Construction work that is the subject of the LACMTA Submittals fails to comply with (or is reasonably likely to fail to comply if implemented in accordance with the LACMTA Submittal) any applicable covenant, condition, requirement, term, or provision of this LOA; or (ii) LACMTA has not provided all content or information required with respect to the LACMTA Submittals in accordance with the terms of this LOA.
"City is defined in Section 1.1.
"City Representative" is defined in Section 1.2(c) (Governance). "City Standards" is defined in Section 2(b) (General Design Criteria) of Part A (Design) of Exhibit 2 (Design and Construction Requirements).
"Construction" is defined in Section 1.2(a) (Scope).
"Costs" means:
(i) labor costs, materials costs, and storage and transportation costs of materials salvaged for the City's use in performing the applicable work; and
(ii) indirect costs as computed based upon the indirect costs rates approved annually for the City by its cognizant agency, and as noted on the Form 60, for allocation to federally funded or state funded contracts, for which the City shall require reimbursement with respect to the City Project,
provided that:
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(iii) the cost of office furnishings, consumables (printing and paper supplies, office supplies, etc.), information technology (computers, printers, software licenses etc.), fax machines, laptops, cell phones, tablets etc. are not eligible costs; (iv) unless the Internal Revenue Service and the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) issue regulations or rulings to the contrary, the eligible direct and indirect costs shall not include taxes purportedly arising or resulting from LACMTA's payments to the City under this LOA; and
(v) fixed price costs shall be as agreed to by LACMTA and the City for work, services or other activities performed or materials acquired in accordance with the provisions of this LOA. "Design" is defined in Section 1.2(a) (Scope).
"Design Development" means the phase of the Design process that occurs after advanced conceptual engineering and that develops, on a progressive basis, a clear indication of the Design solutions for the applicable requirements and the major features of the architectural and structural Design and third- party interfaces that are intended to form the basis for the approved for construction Design. "Design Documentation" means all drawings (including plans, profiles, cross -sections, notes, elevations, typical sections, details and diagrams), specifications, reports, studies, working drawings, shop drawings, calculations, electronic files, records and LACMTA Submittals necessary for, or related to, the Design of Improvements. "Design Document" shall be construed accordingly. "Design Support" means Design support to assist LACMTA , to progress Design Development and preparation of a Final Design of Improvements including by:
(i) estimating duration of street closures or restrictions necessary to construct Improvements; and
(ii) conducting exhaustive research to locate all: as -built plans including site -specific schematics, maps, research or provision of topographical maps/surveys, site surveys, and/or substructure maps, legal description of land, prior physical work logs, soils and hazardous substance data if any, and other available or related data; prior LOAs including franchise, license, and other LOAs with railroads, LACMTA, local agencies or other third parties; and any other City -specific or proprietary design details relevant to the Design Development and preparation of a Final Design for Improvements. "Effective Date" is defined in Section 1.1.
"Final Design" means the phase of the Design process which provides the detailed design for all temporary and permanent project facilities and addresses and resolves all Design review , Compliance Comments, and finalizes all engineering, architectural and systems designs necessary for Construction. It ends with an approved-for-construction plan status and with the Design being signed and sealed by the 'Engineer of Record.'
"Final Design Document" means, with respect to an Improvement (or an element of an Improvement), the complete (to 100%) final Construction drawings, including plans, profiles, cross-sections, notes, elevations, typical sections, details and diagrams, Design criteria, specifications, reports, studies, calculations, electronic files, records, and LACMTA Submittals for the Improvement (or the element of the Improvement).
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"Governmental Approval " means any approval, authorization, certification, consent, license, permit, registration or ruling, issued by any Governmental Entity required to carry out Improvements for the RCN Project, or any other work to be performed under the terms of this LOA. "Governmental Entity" means any federal, state, or local government and any political subdivision or any governmental, quasi -governmental, judicial, public or statutory instrumentality, administrative agency, authority, body or entity (including the California Department of T ransportation, CPUC and United States Army Corps of Engineers) other than LACMTA.
"Improvements" is defined in Section 1.1.
"LACMTA" is defined in Section 1.1.
"LACMTA Fiscal Year " means each one- year period commencing on July 1 of a calendar year and terminating on June 30 of the following calendar year.
"LACMTA Representative" is defined in Section 1.2(c) (Governance). "LACMTA Submittal" means, with respect to the City Project:
(i) Design Documentation for Improvements performed as part of the City Project; (ii) Construction management plans for Construction work for the City Project performed by LACMTA within the public rights-of-way; and
(iii) any other documents which LACMTA must submit to the City with respect to the City Project in accordance with this LOA.
"LACMTA Submittal Review Period " means, for each LACMTA Submittal (other than Requests for Information as described in Section 4 (Request for Information) of Part C ( LACMTA Submittal Review Procedure) of Exhibit 2 (Design and Construction Requirements), a period of up to 15 Working Days from the date of delivery of the LACMTA Submittal to the City under the provisions of this LOA or as the Parties may agree on under the applicable Work Order or otherwise under the terms of this LOA . "LOA" is defined in Section 1.1.
"Non-Disclosure Agreement" is defined in Section 1.2(x) (Confidential Information). "Notice" means any communication under this agreement including any notice, consent, approval, request, and demand.
"Party" or "Parties" is defined in Section 1.1.
"Project Meetings" is defined in Section 1.2(d) (Project Meetings). "RCN Grant Program" is defined in Section 1.1.
"RCN Project" is defined in Section 1.1.
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"Temporary Facilities" means a facility constructed for the purpose of ensuring continued service while a City facility is taken out of full or partial service for an Improvement and/or any work on a City facility, which will be removed or restored to its original condition after such Construction activities are completed. "Working Day" means any date that is not a Saturday, a Sunday, a federal or state of California public holiday, or any other legal holiday for LACMTA employees (as adopted by the board of LACMTA) or City employees.
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EXHIBIT 2
DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS
PART A – DESIGN
1. DESIGN RESPONSIBILITIES
Unless otherwise agreed:
(a) LACMTA will be responsible for the Design of the City Project and shall prepare all Design Documentation with respect to Improvements; and
(b) The City shall provide Design Support services (including Design review) with respect to the Design of any Improvements for the City Project performed by LACMTA.
The Parties may mutually agree for the City to perform the Design work and produce all Design Documentation for an Improvement pursuant to a Work Order in accordance with Section 1.2(g)(ii) (Annual Work Plan and Work Order).
2. GENERAL DESIGN CRITERIA
Any Design work for any Improvements shall be performed in accordance with:
(a) the Design requirements set out in th ese exhibits or otherwise under the provisions of this LOA and the relevant Work Order (if applicable); and
(b) all Governmental Approvals, Applicable Law, and the City Standards.
3. CITY STANDARDS
The Parties agree for the purposes of this LOA that "City Standards" means the design standards and ordinances applicable to the City Project in effect as of the Effective Date of this LOA.
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PART B – CONSTRUCTION
1. NO COMMENCEMENT OF CONSTRUCTION WORK
(a) Any Construction work for Improvements must not commence until the Construction work has become an AFC Design. Any Final Design Documentation for an Improvement, or any element of an Improvement only becomes an AFC Design when:
(i) LACMTA has approved the Final Design Document;
(ii) the City has approved the Final Design Document;
(iii) the Final Design Document has been signed and sealed by the Engineer of Record that is responsible for that Final Design Document;
(iv) any other conditions for the Final Design Document to be ready for Construction set out under this LOA have been satisfied; and
(v) LACMTA contractor has approved the Final Design Document as being ready for Construction and has re- issued the Final Design Document with the notation "Approved for Construction" accordingly.
(b) LACMTA is responsible for ensuring that LACMTA, where performing Construction work for the City Project Improvements in the public rights-of-way or on City-owned property, has obtained all performance and payment bonds required under Applicable Law. (c) LACMTA shall be responsible for conducting public outreach to provide proper Notices to the affected communities prior to and during Construction. LACMTA will coordinate its outreach with the City's Public Information Office, as needed.
2. WORKING HOURS
The Parties acknowledge a minimum of an eight -hour window on Monday through Friday each week during Construction will be required to complete the City Project, with night and weekend work as necessary. Following joint review of the City Project schedule and activities to be carried out by LACMTA, the Parties will discuss in good faith and agree on any changes required to the required working hours.
3. HAUL ROUTES
The Parties will agree to haul routes reasonably necessary to facilitate Construction of the City Project. If a change is required to an agreed- to haul route, the Parties will negotiate in good faith on such change. The City permits issued to LACMTA will include provisions for maintenance and cleaning of the haul routes.
4. INTERRUPTIONS
(a) The Parties acknowledge that certain components of the work will require interruption of City services. The Parties will agree to a plan for any such interruptions and, subject to City approval of the plan, the City consents to scheduled interruption of services deemed
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necessary by LACMTA. LACMTA must provide the City prior Notice before the City services are interrupted.
(b) LACMTA will Notify affected parties, including residents, businesses, and elected officials in advance of scheduled interruptions and will cooperate with the City to minimize interruption of the City services and resulting disruptions, provided in the event of an emergency, which Notification will occur as soon as reasonably practicable after the occurrence of the emergency . Where the City determines that T emporary Facilities are necessary and appropriate, LACMTA shall accommodate this request.
5. WORK IN STREETS
(a) The Parties acknowledge that the City has the duties of supervising, maintaining and controlling streets, highways, and the other p ublic rights-of-way. Accordingly, LACMTA shall give the City at minimum, 14 days' advance written Notice where Construction work is to be performed in the public rights-of-way. All full or directional street closures shall require a minimum 14-day Notice.
(b) LACMTA shall take all appropriate actions to ensure safe performance of the Construction work within the public rights-of-way. The City reserves the right to stop such work if public health and safety is or will be compromised by such work. (c) If LACMTA fails to perform any Construction work within the p ublic rights-of-way in accordance with the Final Design under this LOA , then upon written N otice of the non- compliance from the City, LACMTA (directly or through its third -party contractor or consultant) must cure the non-compliance as soon as reasonably practicable.
6. TRAFFIC CONTROL AND LIGHTING
LACMTA must provide the City at minimum, 15 days' prior Notice before conducting the traffic control and lighting work that will result in an interruption to service of traffic control devices or lighting systems, and LACMTA shall cooperate with the City to minimize such interruption.
7. CITY COMMUNICATION FACILITIES
Construction of replacement conduit segments, inner ducts, and manholes that bypass the conflicting conduit segments shall be done prior to relocation of the communications cables. In addition, relocation/installation work of communications cables that car ry live production traffic shall be scheduled during a maintenance window, to minimize system downtime and minimize the City network traffic disruption.
8. TEMPORARY STREET CLOSURES
Upon Notice of a proposed temporary street closure, the City, as requested by LACMTA, shall initiate the appropriate proceedings and Notify LACMTA of the requirements for the closures.
LACMTA shall be responsible for any reasonable Costs associated with a requested street closure.
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9. TEMPORARY FACILITIES
9.1 LACMTA Facilities
Temporary Facilities may be necessary to facilitate Construction of the City Project (including Improvements). The City shall provide reasonable assistance as may be required for LACMTA to obtain rights -of-way necessary to construct the City Project. This shall include considering reasonable requests by LACMTA for LACMTA or its designee to use lands owned or controlled by the City for the erection and use of Temporary Facilities thereon, provided that the City shall first approve in writing the availability, location and duration of the Temporary Facilities, with the City's approval not to be unreasonably withheld. Upon completion of the related Construction and LACMTA's determination that the Temporary Facilities no longer are needed, LACMTA shall remove al l Temporary Facilities and restore the area as nearly as practicable to its original condition unless LACMTA and the City agree to some other arrangement.
9.2 City Facilities
In the event that Temporary Facilities are necessary to effect Improvements being constructed by the City, the City or its designee may use, without cost, lands owned or controlled by LACMTA for the purpose of using or erecting Temporary Facilities thereon, provided that LACMTA shall first approve in writing the availability, location, and duration of the Temporary Facilities, with the City's approval not to be unreasonably withheld. Upon completion of the Improvements in its permanent location, the City shall remove all Temporary Facilities and restore the area as nearly as practicable to its original condition unless the City and LACMTA agree to some other arrangement.
10. UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT
Prior to any commencement of underground work by either Party, an underground service alert shall be notified in accordance with California law by such Party or its contractor (" Underground Service Alert").
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PART C – LACMTA SUBMITTAL REVIEW PROCEDURE
1. PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION OF DESIGN DOCUMENTATION
For those Improvements where LACMTA is responsible for the Design work under the provisions of this LOA, LACMTA will:
(a) prepare and submit all Design Documentation to the City:
(i) in packages in accordance with the schedule under the applicable design management plan defined by LACMTA and notified to the City (as may be updated and notified to the City from time to time); and
(ii) in a manner and at a rate which, having regard to the quantum of Design Documentation submitted, will give the City a reasonable opportunity to review the submitted Design Documentation;
(b) ensure that the Design Documentation submitted for the Final Design:
(i) is of a level of detail to permit the City to determine whether the Design Documentation complies with this LOA and
(ii) highlights any material amendments made since any earlier LACMTA Submittal for Design;
(c) invite the City to attend any over -the-shoulder design review Project Meetings to review design in a collaborative setting and allow for early review of LACMTA Submittals for Design for completeness, and to avoid delays associated with deficient or incomplete LACMTA Submittals, and the Project Meetings would be held prior to or immediately following a design submission;
(d) if reasonably requested by the City, make available the appropriate design personnel to participate in design review meetings after submission of any LACMTA Submittal for Design for Improvements to explain the Design Documentation or a particular element of it and provide such information regarding the Design Documentation as the City may reasonably request; and
(e) finalize the Basis of Design based upon the 30% Design Level plan sets as set out in Section 1.2(a).
2. REVIEW PROCEDURE
(a) Continuity of Assigned Personnel: The City agrees to assign qualified personnel with the capability and experience required to perform Design review and to maintain continuity of assigned personnel (including third- party contractors or consultants) to perform Design review where reasonably practicable.
(b) Design Review: The City shall review LACMTA Submittals within the 15 Working Day LACMTA Submittal Review Period (or such longer time period as may be agreed to by the Parties).
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(c) Completeness Review: The City shall notify LACMTA, if applicable, within seven Working Days of receipt of a LACMTA Submittal if it considers (acting reasonably based on the preliminary review) that the LACMTA Submittal is incomplete or deficient for the City's review purposes and requires re- submission, together with a detailed description of the information that it deems to be missing or deficient. If no such Notice is delivered by the City within such period of seven Working Days, the LACMTA Submittal shall be deemed complete and acceptable for review purposes.
(d) The City shall (or must require that the relevant City Contractor) within the LACMTA Submittal Review Period:
(i) review the LACMTA Submittal; and
(ii) notify LACMTA, if applicable, that it:
(A) approves the LACMTA Submittal; or
(B) rejects the LACMTA Submittal with detailed reasons including all Compliance Comments.
(e) All Compliance Comments shall be transmitted as annotations of LACMTA submittals via a Bluebeam review session established by LACMTA.
(f) If no comments are received within the LACMTA Submittal Review Period (or such longer time period as may be agreed to by the Parties), the LACMTA Submittal shall be deemed complete and approved by the City.
(g) The Parties acknowledge that the LACMTA Submittal review process set out in this Section 2 is intended to facilitate the LACMTA Submittal review process and be consistent (with necessary changes) with the LACMTA Guidelines on Enhanced Partnered Coordination and shall supersede the LACMTA Submittal / shop drawing review schedules specified in any standards referenced in this LOA.
3. GROUNDS FOR OBJECTION OR COMMENT
(a) The City will only be entitled to reject a LACMTA Submittal under Section 2 (Review Procedure) if such LACMTA Submittal fails to comply with the requirements set out in this LOA, as specified in the City's Compliance Comments.
(b) If the City rejects a LACMTA Submittal in accordance with Section 2 (Review Procedure), LACMTA must:
(i) address the Compliance Comments and resubmit the LACMTA Submittal for review; or
(ii) notify the City that it does not agree with the grounds for rejection. (c) The City agrees that during the Final Design stage, it shall not raise any new issues, or make any comments, which are inconsistent with its comments on earlier LACMTA Submittals, or with any changes already agreed to by the City.
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(d) The City's approval of the Final Design for any Improvements will not be withheld if the relevant LACMTA Submittal is consistent with the most recent prior LACMTA Submittal for such Improvement, modified as appropriate to respond to the City's Compliance Comments on such earlier LACMTA Submittal (to the extent such comments were made in accordance with the provisions of this LOA) and to reflect any subsequent changes agreed to by the City and LACMTA.
(e) Notwithstanding Section 3(c), the City may raise new comments at the Final Design stage of an Improvement as a consequence of Design changes made by LACMTA after the City's review of the most recent prior LACMTA Submittal of Designs for such Improvement.
4. REQUEST FOR INFORMATION
Either Party may submit to the other a request for information or clarification. Upon delivery of any such request, the receiving P arty must provide the requested information if available to the other Party within seven Working Days of delivery of the request (or such longer period as the Parties may agree to having regard to the quantum of information requested).
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EXHIBIT 3
FORM 60
Name of Offeror/Contractor/Utility Company (Name of Preparer):
Scope of Work/Deliverable (provide
expanded description on Form 60 page
2)
Home Office Address
Division(s) and Locations where Work is to be performed
LACMTA Solicitation/Proposal/Contract
Number/Work Order/Change Notice
and/or Change Order Reference
Number(s):
NOTE: For proper calculations of cost elements link additional sheets to this summary page.
1. Direct Labor Est. Hours Rate Per
Hour
Est. Cost TOTAL
2. 0.00 $0.00 $0.00
3. 0.00 $0.00 $0.00
4. 0.00 $0.00 $0.00
5. TOTAL DIRECT LABOR
HOURS
0.00 TOTAL DIRECT LABOR $0.00
6. Labor Overhead (O/H)
NOTE: Labor O/H refers
to indirect costs of any
nature not already
accounted for in the Direct
Labor costs, including
indirect labor costs arising
from home and field office
overhead, all taxes of any
nature (unless accounted
for elsewhere), all fringe
benefits of any nature,
incidental job burdens,
and insurance, in each
case to the extent not
already accounted for
under the Direct Labor
costs.
O/H Rate x Base Est. Cost
7. 0% $0.00
8. TOTAL LABOR OVERHEAD $0.00
9. Direct Material Est. Cost
10 .
a. Purchase Parts $0.00
11 .
b. Subcontracted Items $0.00
12 .
c. Other $0.00
13 .
TOTAL DIRECT MATERIAL $0.00
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14 .
Equipment Unit Cost Est. Cost
15 .
$0.00 $0.00
16 .
$0.00 $0.00
17 .
TOTAL EQUIPMENT $0.00
18 .
Subcontractors* Est. Cost
19 .
$0.00
20 .
$0.00
21 .
$0.00
22 .
TOTAL SUBCONTRACTORS $0.00
23 .
TOTAL BURDENED COST (add lines 5, 8, 13, 17, and 22) $0.00 24 .
Other Direct Costs Est. Cost
25 .
$0.00
26 .
$0.00
27 .
$0.00
28 .
TOTAL OTHER DIRECT COSTS $0.00
29 .
Travel Est. Cost
30 .
a. Transportation $0.00
31 .
b. Per Diem or Subsistence $0.00
32 .
TOTAL TRAVEL $0.00
33 .
General and
Administrative
Expenses
Rate % % x Line 23
34 .
0% $0.00
35 .
TOTAL GENERAL AND ADMINISTRATIVE EXPENSES $0.00
36 .
TOTAL ESTIMATED COSTS (Total Lines 23, 28, 32 and 35) $0.00 37 .
Profit/
Fee
Total Labor
and
Overhead
(line 5 +
line 8)
Rate % % x Total Labor and
Overhead
38 .
` 0% $0.00
39 .
TOTAL FEE $0.00
40 .
TOTAL ESTIMATED PRICE (Total of Lines 36 and 39) $0.00
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41 .
Milestone
/Task
Number
Milestone/
Task
Hours Completion
Date
Payment
Amount
42 .
$0.00
43 .
$0.00
44 .
$0.00
45 .
TOTAL MILESTONES/TASKS (Must equal line 40) $0.00
* Attach Form 60 for all proposed subcontractors performing work under Form 60 Prime Contractor where applicable. Transfer Est. Cost to this Section.
46 .
Fill in applicable sections only
47. Has any Agency of the United States Government, State government, local public agency, or the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) performed any review of your account or records, overhead rates, and general and administrative rates in connection with any public prime contract or subcontract within the past 12 months? Yes No If yes, when? Reference Contract No.
48.a. Agency Name/Address
48.b. Individual to contact/Telephone
Number
49. As required by LACMTA, firms not audited, as described above, shall submit financial data and calculations in sufficient detail to support all proposed direct costs and subcontractor costs.
50. The proposal reflects our estimates and/or actual costs as of the date and by submitting this proposal, Proposer/Consultant grants to LACMTA Contracting Officer and authorized representative(s) the right to examine, at any time before award, those records, which include books, documents, accounting procedures and practices, and other supporting data, regardless of type and form or whether such supporting information is specifically referenced or included in the proposal as the basis for pricing, that will permit an adequate evaluation of such cost or pricing data, along with the computations and projections used therein, for the purpose of verifying the cost or pricing data submitted. This right may also be exercised in connection with any negotiations/discussions prior to contract award or execution of contract modification.
51. CERTIFICATE
The labor rates and overhead costs are current and other estimated costs have been determined by generally accepted accounting principles. Proposer/Consultant represents: (a) that it has ____, has not ____, employed or retained any company or person (other than a full time bona fide employee working solely for the Proposer/Consultant) to solicit or secure a contract, and (b) that it has ____, has not ____, paid or agreed to pay to any company or person (other than a full time bona fide employee working solely for the Proposer/Consultant) any fee, commission, percentage or brokerage fee, contingent upon or resulting from the award of this contract, and agrees to information relating to (a) and (b) above, as requested by the Contracting Officer.
52. CERTIFICATE OF CURRENT COST OR PRICING DATA
This is to certify that, to the best of my knowledge and belief, the cost or pricing data (as defined in Section 2.101 of the Federal Acquisition Regulations (FAR) and required under subsection 15.403-4) submitted, either actually or by specific identification in writing, to LACMTA's Contracting Officer or to LACMTA's Contracting Officer's representative in support of ______________________* are accurate, complete, and current as of
22 01007.0002 2077477.1
________________________**. This certification includes the cost or pricing data supporting any advance agreements and forward pricing rate agreements between the Proposer/Consultant/Contractor and LACMTA that are a part of the proposal.
53. This proposal as submitted represents our best estimates and/or actual costs as of this date.
54. Type Name and Title of Authorized Representative Signature Date*** 55 .
* Identify the proposal, quotation, request for price adjustment, or other submission involved, giving appropriate identifying number (e.g., Information For Bid No., Work Order No., Request for Proposal No., Change Order No., Modification No., etc.) 56 .
** Insert the day, month, and year when price negotiations were concluded and price agreement was reached.
57 .
*** Insert the day, month, and year of signing (i.e., When price negotiations were concluded and mutual agreement was reached on contract price).
Form 60 Attachments (Applicable if Box is checked)
Scope of Work Expanded Description for which Cost Estimate is based on:
1 2
3 4
Schedule in which Scope of Work is based on:
1 2
3 4
The Non-Disclosure Agreement (NDA) provisions (as set out in the NDA between City and LACMTA) are applicable to the following Form 60-specific items:
1 2
3 4
Track Allocation Request for Metro active rail right-of-way encroachment is anticipated per stated Scope of Work. The following information is provided in advance to facilitate final Metro TAR approval:
1 2
3 4
FORM 60 IS SIGNED AND EXECUTED WITH THE FOLLOWING ADDITIONAL ASSUMPTIONS:
1 CITY AS-BUILT RESEARCH BY CITY FOR TRANSPORTATION PROJECTS IN THE PLANNING PHASE
SHALL BE TREATED AS PART OF LABOR OVERHEAD PORTION OF COST
Exhibit 2: Page 1 of 2
LOCATION MAP AND CONCEPTUAL RENDERINGS
Exhibit 2: Page 2 of 2
CITY OF CARSON 701 East Carson Street
Report to Honorable Mayor and City Council
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 5:00 PM
CONSENT 25. To: Honorable Mayor and City Council From: Dr. Arlington Rodgers, Director of Public Works PW Engineering Subject: CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A PROJECT EXPENSE INCREASE AND AUTHORIZATION OF AFUNDING TRANSFER FOR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 1368 – CARRIAGE CREST PARKEXPANSION AND IMPROVEMENTS, AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 26-011 AMENDING THE FY 2025-26 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS (CITY COUNCIL) I. SUMMARY
On October 1, 2024, the City Council approved a construction contract with Urban Habitat for the Carriage Crest Park Expansion and Improvements Project (CIP No. 1368). This project includes expanding the park and making infrastructure upgrades designed to improve public safety, accessibility, and overall park operations for the community.
As construction has moved forward, the City’s Public Safety Department identified additional work that should be completed now to support the future installation of security cameras at the park. These cameras, commonly referred to as a closed-circuit television (CCTV) system, help deter crime and improve safety by allowing areas of the park to be monitored. While the cameras themselves are not being installed at this time, the electrical wiring and underground conduit (protective piping) needed to support the cameras in the future were not included in the original construction contract. Completing this infrastructure work now, while the park is already under construction, will avoid the need to tear up completed areas later and will reduce future costs and disruption to the public.
To address this additional work, staff is requesting that the City Council approve an increase to the project expense account in an amount not to exceed $300,000. This funding would cover the cost of installing the required electrical and conduit infrastructure, along with a reasonable contingency to address any camera-related support needs that may arise during construction. The funding for this work has already been identified within existing City budgets. A separate resolution (Resolution No. 26-011) is being presented this evening to formally authorize the transfer of funds between existing budget accounts. No new or additional funding is being requested from the City Council.
II. RECOMMENDATION
TAKE the following actions:
1. APPROVE an increase to the project expense account in an amount not to exceed $300,000 for Capital Improvement Project No. 1368 - Carriage Crest Park Expansion and Improvements, to fund additional work associated with installing underground electrical and conduit infrastructure needed to support a future closed- circuit television (CCTV) camera system; and,
2. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-011, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS" to transfer funds from account 101-80-820-101-6004 to account 101-99-999-904-8008 to fully fund the proposed increase to the project expense account.
III. ALTERNATIVES
1. TAKE any other action the City Council deems appropriate and consistent with applicable law.
IV. BACKGROUND
The Carriage Crest Park Expansion and Improvements Project (CIP No. 1368) is part of the City’s ongoing effort to improve neighborhood parks and recreational spaces for the community. The project includes expanding the park and adding new amenities, upgraded lighting, landscaping, concrete walkways, turf areas, and parking lot improvements. Together, these improvements are intended to create a safer, more accessible, and more functional public space for residents and visitors.
On October 1, 2024, the City Council approved a construction contract with Urban Habitat to complete this project.
As construction has progressed, the City’s Public Safety staff identified an additional need related to future park safety. Specifically, they determined that underground electrical wiring and fiber conduit (protective piping for cables) should be installed now to support a future closed-circuit television (CCTV) camera system. CCTV cameras are commonly used in public spaces to help deter crime and improve safety. This infrastructure was not included in the original construction scope.
Because final ground and surface work has not yet been completed, this additional work can be performed now without damaging or removing improvements that have already been installed. Completing this work during construction is far more practical and cost-effective than waiting until the project is finished. If the conduit and electrical infrastructure were installed later, the City would need to cut into newly completed turf, concrete walkways, and parking lot pavement. This would require additional construction, repairs, and restoration, increasing costs and disrupting park operations. It could also affect the long-term durability of the new surfaces and would require bringing construction crews back to the site; work that can be avoided by acting now.
To reduce future disruption, control costs, and improve overall efficiency, staff recommends installing the electrical and fiber conduit infrastructure at this time while construction is still underway. This approach allows the work to be coordinated with other underground improvements, protects newly built park features, and ensures the park is ready for future camera installation without additional excavation.
As a result, staff recommends that the City Council approve an increase of $300,000 to the project expense account to fund the additional electrical and conduit infrastructure needed to support future CCTV cameras. This action will allow the City to proactively address public safety needs, protect recent investments in the park, and avoid higher costs and disruptions in the future.
V. FISCAL IMPACT
If approved, $300,000 will be transferred from the General Fund - Professional Services (On-Call) account (101-80- 820-101-6004) to the Carriage Crest Park Expansion and Improvements Project (CIP No. PW1368) account (101- 99-999-904-8008). This transfer will be formally authorized through Resolution No. 26-011.
VI. EXHIBITS
1. Contract (C-24-260)
2. Resolution No. 26-011
Attachments
Exhibit No. 1 - Contract 24-260
Exhibit No. 2 - Resolution No. 26-011
RESOLUTION NO. 26-011
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS WHEREAS, the City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2025 -26 (FY25-26) budget on June 17, 2025 for the General Fund and Special Revenue Funds of the City via Resolution No. 25-076; and
WHEREAS, at its October 1, 2024 meeting, the City Council awarded a construction contract to Urban Habitat in the amount of $ 23,468,091.58 for Capital Improvement Program ( CIP) project PW1368: Carriage Crest Park Expansion and Improvements; and
WHEREAS, staff determined it necessary to modify the scope of the contract by adding a conduit system for fiber optic lines and electrical for future CCTV cameras at Carriage Crest Park; and
WHEREAS, the cost for the enhanced scope is $300,000.00; and
WHEREAS, the $300,000.00 funds for PW1368 were not allocated to the project expense account for FY 2025-26; and
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, FIND, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The following amendment(s) will be made to the City’s FY2025-26 budget to increase the project expenditure accounts by the CIP-General Funds.
Account Description Increase/(Decrease)
101-80-820-100-6004 Professional Services ($300,000.00) 101-99-999-904-8008-PW1368 Infrastructure other than Buildings $300,000.00
Section 2. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this resolution and shall keep a copy of this resolution attached to the FY2025-26 budget on file, and effective as of January 20, 2026, the same shall be in force and effect.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 20th day of January 2026.
APPROVED
_________________________ ________________________
Sunny K. Soltani, City Attorney Lula Davis-Holmes, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.
CITY OF CARSON )
I, Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk of the City of Carson, California, hereby attest to and certify that the foregoing resolution, being Resolution No. 26-011 adopted by the City of Carson City Council at its meeting held on January 20, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL
MEMBERS: ABSTAIN: COUNCIL
MEMEBES: ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
_____________________________
Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
CITY OF CARSON 701 East Carson Street
Report to Honorable Mayor and City Council
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 5:00 PM
CONSENT 26. To: Honorable Mayor and City Council From: Gary Carter, Director, Information Technology and Security ITS Administration Subject: CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 26-010, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OFTHE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN INTERFUND LOAN FROM THE GENERAL FUND TOTHE COMMUNITY BROADBAND CAPITAL OUTLAY ENTERPRISE FUND IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED$27,000,000 TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR PHASE I OF A CITYWIDE MUNICIPAL FIBER OPTIC NETWORK,AUTHORIZING REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENDITURES FROM FUTURE TAX-EXEMPT OBLIGATIONS, ANDAUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION AND EXECUTION OF RELATED DOCUMENTS; AND CONSIDERADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 26-012, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON,CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND AND SPECIALREVENUE FUNDS, AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND, SPECIALREVENUE FUNDS, ENTERPRISE FUNDS, AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) FUND. (CITYCOUNCIL) I. SUMMARY
City of Carson's Citywide Municipal Fiber Optic Network Phase I, Project No. PW1797, is included in the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program. This project is the first phase of the citywide network and includes constructing a fiber network backbone in the public right-of-way on Avalon Blvd and several city streets required to connect City Hall, City Yards Facility, and twelve (12) city parks. The Phase I fiber network backbone project will enhance broadband for city operations and provide business continuity supporting a resilient community, improve the City’s free Wi-Fi services to residents at City parks, deliver a robust network for the city’s public safety cameras, and support the network capacity required for live streaming global events, such as the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics Events. The total amount of the Citywide Municipal Fiber Optic Network Phase I project is $26,919,708.50.
Funding for the Citywide Municipal Fiber Optic Network Phase I project was approved during budget approval for FY2024-25 and FY2025-26 Capital Improvement Project Budgets. Subsequent to the FY2025-26 budget adoption and approval, City staff explored an option to create a Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund to fund Project No. PW1797, via an Interfund Loan from the General Fund to a newly established Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund. This option would allow Project No. PW1797 to proceed without delay, while also ensuring that future dedicated revenues or bond or other obligation proceeds may fully restore the General Fund through Developer Impact Fees, or any other available funding options approved by Council in the future. Considering future Citywide Municipal Fiber Optic Network project phases, City staff recommends consideration of funding opportunities that may reduce the impact on the City's General Fund budget long-term.
To execute the Interfund Loan Agreement from the City’s General Fund to the Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund, staff is requesting City Council approval of Resolution No. 26-010 (See Exhibit 1).
To execute the required FY2025-26 budget changes for creation of the Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund, complete required budget transfers for the Interfund Loan, and all related budget modifications, staff is requesting City Council approval of Resolution No. 26-012 (See Exhibit 5).
II. RECOMMENDATION
TAKE the following actions:
1. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-010, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN INTERFUND LOAN FROM THE GENERAL FUND
TO THE COMMUNITY BROADBAND CAPITAL OUTLAY ENTERPRISE FUND IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $27,000,000 TO PROVIDE FUNDING FOR PHASE I OF A CITYWIDE MUNICIPAL FIBER OPTIC
NETWORK, AUTHORIZING REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENDITURES FROM FUTURE TAX-EXEMPT OBLIGATIONS, AND AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION AND EXECUTION OF RELATED DOCUMENTS"; and
2. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-012, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 BUDGET IN THE
GENERAL FUND AND SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, ENTERPRISE FUNDS, AND AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-26 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) FUND."
III. ALTERNATIVES
TAKE another action the City Council deems appropriate.
IV. BACKGROUND
On March 18, 2025, City Council approved the Citywide Municipal Fiber Optic Network Phase I Project to build a City-owned fiber optic network to connect city facilities to City Hall, Corporate Yards, and all 12 major City Parks.
The twelve (12) city parks that will connect to the fiber network include Anderson Park, Calas Park, Carriage Crest Park, Carson Park, Del Amo Park, Dolphin Park, Dominquez Park, Foisia Park, Mills Memorial Park, Hemingway Park, Stevenson Park, and Veterans Park. The Phase I fiber network backbone project will enhance broadband for city operations and provide business continuity supporting a resilient community, improve the City’s free Wi-Fi services to residents at City parks, deliver a robust network for the city’s public safety cameras, and support the network capacity required for live streaming global events, such as the 2026 World Cup and 2028 Olympics Events.
Funding for the Citywide Municipal Fiber Optic Network Phase I project was approved during budget approval for FY2024-25 and FY2025-26 Capital Improvement Project Budgets. Advancing costs from the City’s General Fund Capital Improvement Program account and providing an interfund loan (“Interfund Loan”) to the Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund to be set up by the City(“Broadband Enterprise Fund”) will allow the Project to proceed without delay, while also ensuring that future dedicated revenues or bond or other obligation proceeds may fully restore the General Fund; and the City intends to undertake an engineering study related to the Project, including potential expansion thereof in future phases (the “Report”), for the purpose of determining the feasibility, eligibility and viability and amount of a potential development impact fee to fund the Project or a portion thereof (a “Broadband Network DIF”); and should a Broadband Network DIF be adopted by the City, it shall be held as part of the funding for the Project in an account in the Broadband Enterprise Fund (the “DIF Account”), with the intent to use the proceeds of the receipt of such fees from developers related to new development to pay for a part of the Project as provided by the Report.
To execute the Interfund Loan Agreement from the City’s General Fund to the Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund, staff is requesting City Council approval of Resolution No. 26-010 (See Exhibit 1).
To execute the required FY2025-26 budget changes for creation of the Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund, complete required budget transfers for the Interfund Loan, and all related budget modifications, staff is requesting City Council approval of Resolution No. 26-012 (See Exhibit 5).
V. FISCAL IMPACT
There is no immediate fiscal impact with this action, as this project was previously approved by the City Council.
This agenda item provides the mechanism for funding, makes the budget transfer, and sets the parameters for collecting fees in the future.
VI. EXHIBITS
1. Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund Resolution No. 26-010 Approving Interfund Loan
2. Interfund Loan Agreement for General Fund to Community Broadband
3. Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund Interfund Loan Amortization Schedule
4. Citywide Municipal Fiber Optic Network Phase I Project Location Map
5. FY2025-26 Budget Amendment Resolution No. 26-012
Prepared By: Gary Carter, Director, Information Technology & Security Department
Attachments
Exhibit 1. Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund Resolution No. 26-010 Approving Interfund Loan(2068618.3).pdf Exhibit 2. Interfund Agency Loan Agreement for General Fund to Broadband (2069089.3).pdf Exhibit 3. Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund Interfund Loan Amortization Schedule.pdf Exhibit 4. Citywide Municipal Fiber Optic Network Phase1 Location Map.pdf Exhibit 5. FY2025-26 Budget Amendment Resolution No. 26-012.pdf 01007.0007 2068618.3 RESOLUTION NO. 26-010
RESOLUTION NO. 26-010
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN INTERFUND LOAN FROM THE
GENERAL FUND TO THE COMMUNITY BROADBAND CAPITAL
OUTLAY ENTERPRISE FUND IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$27,000,000 TO PROVIDE F UNDING FOR PHASE I OF A CITYWIDE
MUNICIPAL FIBER OPTIC NETWORK, AUTHORIZING
REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENDITURES FROM FUTURE TAX -
EXEMPT OBLIGATIONS, AND AUTHORIZING THE PREPARATION
AND EXECUTION OF RELATED DOCUMENTS
WHEREAS, the City of Carson ("City") has identified the need for a resilient, secure, and high-capacity municipal broadband infrastructure to support City operations, enhance public safety communications, improve the City’s free Wi -Fi services, and provide the tec hnological backbone necessary for major regional and global events, including the 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Olympic Games; and
WHEREAS, Project No. PW1797, the Citywide Municipal Fiber Optic Network Phase I ("Project"), was included in the Fiscal Year 2024–25 Capital Improvement Program and provides for the construction of a municipal fiber-optic backbone along Avalon Boulevard and connecting routes linking City Hall, the City yards facility, and twelve (12) City parks across the city; and
WHEREAS, competitive bids were solicited pursuant to RFP No. 25 -012, and upon evaluation by the Bid Evaluation Committee, HP Communications, Inc. was determined to be the lowest responsive and responsible bidder with a proposal not to exceed $26,919,708.50, which represents the total cost of Project; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that advancing costs from the City’s General Fund Capital Improvement Program account and providing an interfund loan (“Interfund Loan”) to the Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund to be set up by the City (“Broadband Enterprise Fund”) will allow the Project to proceed without delay, while also ensuring that future dedicated revenues or bond or other obligation proceeds may fully restore the General Fund; and
WHEREAS, the City intends to undertake a n engineering study related to the Project, including potential expansion thereof in future phases (the “Report”) , for the purpose of determining the feasibility, eligibility and viability and amount of a potential development impact fee to fund the Project or a portion thereof (a “Broadband Network DIF”); and
WHEREAS, should a Broadband Network DIF be adopted by the City, it shall be held as part of the funding for the Project in an account in the Broadband Enterprise Fund (the “DIF Account”), with the intent to use the proceeds of the receipt of such fees from developers related to new development to pay for a part of the Project as provided by the Report; and
01007.0007 2068618.3 RESOLUTION NO. __-___
WHEREAS, the Interfund Loan will be paid back from legally available Broadband Network DIF and such other funds as may be determined by the City in the future; and
WHEREAS, the Interfund Loan for the Project serves a public purpose by ensuring the continued enhancement and improvement of the assets of the City for the benefit of the City’s constituents and the City’s operations; and
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON,
CALIFORNIA DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS
Section 1. Recitals. That the recitals above are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference.
Section 2 . Creation of Fund. The City Council hereby approves and authorizes the Finance Director of the City to set up the Broadband Enterprise Fund as a separate fund of the City related to funding of the Project. The Finance Director may set up accounts therein to carry out the purposes of the enterprise, including the DIF Account.
Section 3. Authorization of Interfund Loan. The City Council hereby approves of the Interfund Loan from the General Fund to the Broadband Enterprise Fund in an amount not to exceed $27,000,000 to provide funding for the Project. The loan shall be recorded as an interfund receivable/payable, shall bear an interest rate of 0.01% simple interest, shall contain a 5 year grace period for payments; shall be repayable from the legally available Broadband Network DIF and such other funds that may be available from time to time over the 15 year term of the loan.
Section 4. Execution of Interfund Loan. The Interfund Loan, in the form on Exhibit A hereto and by this reference incorporated herein is hereby approved. The Mayor, the City Manager, Director of Finance, and City Attorney are each authorized and directed to prepare, approve as to form, and execute the Interfund Loan, any documents, certifications, or agreements necessary or appropriate to carry out the purpose of this Resolution.
Section 5. Administration. The City Manager and the Finance Director, or their designee, is authorized to implement and administer the interfund loan, including adjustments to the repayment schedule, fund accounting entries, and internal agreements necessary to document the loan between the General Fund and the Broadband Enterprise Fund.
Section 6. Official Intent. The City hereby declares its official intent, consistent with Treasury Regulation §1.150 -2, to reimburse the General Fund for eligible expenditures paid for the Project prior to the issuance of any tax-exempt obligations, including but not limited to bonds, lease-revenue obligations, certificates of participation, or other debt instruments for the purpose of funding the Project. The maximum principal amount of such obligations expected to be issued for the Project is $ 28,000,000. Reimbursement shall occur only from legally available proceeds of such obligations. The reimbursement allocation to be made with respect to the expenditures will occur not later than eighteen (18) months after the later of (i) the date on which the expenditure is paid, or (ii) the date on which the Project is placed into service but, in no event, more than 3 years 01007.0007 2068618.3 RESOLUTION NO. __-___
after the expenditure is paid. If the City qualifies under the small issuer exception to arbitrage rebate (Internal Revenue Code § 148(f)(4)(D)), the eighteen (18) month limitation is extended to three years.
Section 7. This Resolution expresses the City’s expectations as of this date with respect to the financing of the Project. Future events or extraordinary circumstances beyond the control of the City may result in the Project being financed in a manner other than as described in this Resolution, and nothing contained herein constitutes an irrevocable commitment by the City to issue tax exempt obligations.
Section 8. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Carson at a regular meeting held on the ____ day of January, 2026
CITY OF CARSON:
____________________________
Lula Davis-Holmes, Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
____________________________
Sunny K. Soltani, City Attorney
01007.0007 2068618.3 RESOLUTION NO. __-___
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.
CITY OF CARSON )
I, Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk of the City of Carson, California, hereby attest to and certify that the foregoing resolution, being Resolution No. __ -___, adopted by the City of Carson City Council at its meeting held on ________, 2026 by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
___________________________________
Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
01007.0007 2068618.3
Exhibit A
FORM OF INTERFUND LOAN
01007.0002 2069089.3
INTERFUND LOAN AGREEMENT
This INTERFUND LOAN AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is entered into this ___ day of January, 2026, by and among the City of Carson General Fund (the “Lender”) and the City of Carson Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund (the “Borrower”), each of which has a separate and distinct source of income, to wit, the Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund (the “Broadband Enterprise Fund”) is a special enterprise fund that will be funded by potential rev enues of users of the enterprise and development impact fees related to the enterprise, and the General Fund is funded by various revenue sources of the City such as its taxes, fees, penalties and other lawful general funds of the City.
R E C I T A L S
WHEREAS, the City of Carson ("City") has identified the need for a resilient, secure, and high-capacity municipal broadband infrastructure to support City operations, enhance public safety communications, improve the City’s free Wi -Fi services, and provide the te chnological backbone necessary for major regional and global events, including the 2026 World Cup and the 2028 Olympic Games; and
WHEREAS, Project No. PW1797, the Citywide Municipal Fiber Optic Network Phase I ("Project"), was included in the Fiscal Year 2024–25 Capital Improvement Program and provides for the construction of a municipal fiber -optic backbone along Avalon Boulevard and connecting routes linking City Hall, the City yards facility, and twelve (12) City parks across the City; and
WHEREAS, a description of the Project is described on Exhibit A hereto and by this reference incorporated herein; and
WHEREAS, competitive bids were solicited pursuant to RFP No. 25 -012, and upon evaluation by the Bid Evaluation Committee, HP Communications, Inc. was determined to be the lowest responsive and responsible bidder with a proposal not to exceed $26,919,708.50, which represents the total cost of Project (“Bid Proposal”); and
WHEREAS, the City Council, as Lender finds that advancing costs from the City’s General Fund Capital Improvement Program account and providing an interfund loan (“Interfund Loan”) to the Broadband Enterprise Fund, the Borrower, will allow the Project to proceed without delay, while also ensuring that future dedicated revenues or bond or other obligation proceeds may fully restore the General Fund at a later date; and
WHEREAS, the City intends to undertake an engineering study related to the Project, including potential expansion thereof in future phases (the “Report”), for the purpose of determining the feasibility, eligibility and viability and amount of a potential development impact fee to fund the Project or a portion thereof (a “Broadband Network DIF”); and
WHEREAS, should a Broadband Network DIF be adopted by the City, it shall be held as part of the funding for the Project in an account in the Broadband Enterprise Fund (the “DIF Account”), with the intent to use the proceeds of the receipt of such fees from develo pers related to new development to pay for a part of the Project as provided by the Report; and
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WHEREAS, the Interfund Loan will be paid back from legally available Broadband Network DIF and such other funds as may be determined by the City in the future; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined that the Interfund Loan is necessary to provide an immediate and appropriate financial vehicle for the allocation and expenditure of such special revenues once the Report is completed, and to enable the timely and uninterrupted construction of the Project; and
WHEREAS, on January 20 , 2026, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 26-010 , authorizing the creation of an Interfund Loan and declaring the City’s intent to reimburse eligible costs from proceeds of future tax -exempt obligations pursuant to Treasury Regulation §1.150 -2; and
WHEREAS, the Lender has sufficient available fund balance in its Capital Improvement Fund reserves to provide for the loan described herein, and the Borrower anticipates future revenues, including but not limited to Broadband Network DIF revenue, fees, system charges, and proceeds of long -term obligations, to satisfy repayment of the loan under the terms of this Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the Interfund Loan for the Project serves a public purpose by ensuring the continued enhancement and improvement of the assets of the City for the benefit of the City’s constituents and the City’s operations.
C O V E N A N T S
Based upon the foregoing Recitals and for good and valuable consideration, the receipt and sufficiency of which is acknowledged by both parties, the Lender and the Borrower hereby agree as follows:
1. Recitals Incorporated.
The Recitals are true and correct and are incorporated into this Agreement by this reference.
2. Interfund Loan.
On the date of execution hereof, the Lender agrees to provide an Interfund loan on the terms specified below to the Borrower to the extent necessary to fund the Project but in an amount of Twenty-Seven Million Dollars ($27,000,000). This amount is based upon the reasonable expected cost of the Project as determined by the Bid Proposal.
The Lender agrees to loan, and the Borrower agrees to repay, the principal sum of Twenty- Seven Million Dollars ($27,000,000) to provide financing for Project No. PW1797 and to establish an appropriate structure for the allocation of future Broadband Network DIF revenues and other broadband-related revenues. The Interfund Loan shall commence on the date of disbursement thereof.
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3. Interest Rate.
Interest shall accrue on the outstanding principal balance at a fixed rate of zero-point-zero- one percent (0.01%) per annum, computed on a simple, non-compounding basis.
4. Grace Period.
No repayment of principal or interest shall be required during the initial five (5) years of the loan term (“Grace Period”).
5. Repayment.
The Borrower agrees to repay the Interfund Loan Amount, with interest accruing at 0.01% amortized over 15 years beginning on the date of disbursement of the Interfund Loan, as provided in the Payment Schedule attached hereto as Exhibit B (the “Schedule”).
Upon expiration of the Grace Period, the Borrower shall repay the outstanding principal and accrued interest over a period not to exceed fifteen (15) years. Repayments shall follow an amortization schedule prepared by the Director of Finance upon the date of disbursement of the Interfund Loan by reference to the Schedule. The principal and interest on Interfund Loan shall be payable out of legally available revenues from Broadband Network DIF and other user service fees in the Broadband Enterprise Fund all ocated to the Interfund Loan from time to time. In the event that the Borrower lacks sufficient funds to make payment of principal or interest as provided in the Schedule, then the amount shall be payable from the next available revenues of the Broadband Enterprise Fund, and accounts thereof allocated to the Interfund Loan. Delinquent amounts shall bear interest at the same rate as the Interfund Loan.
6. Prepayment.
Prepayment may occur at any time without penalty, including accelerated repayment upon availability of excess revenues.
7. Acceleration Provision.
If the Borrower receives revenues in excess of those required for scheduled payments legally available for the Interfund Loan, such revenues shall be applied immediately to the outstanding loan balance without penalty.
8. Priority of Revenues.
All available revenues received by the Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund shall first be applied to repayment obligations under this Agreement before being expended for any other purpose.
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9. Subordination.
The Lender and Borrower may subordinate any of the indebtedness hereunder and under current and future Interfund loans to (i) all and/or future existing and future bonds, loans or other direct indebtedness of the Borrower; (ii) all existing and future fina ncial agreements and other contractual obligations of the Borrower; and (iii) all operations and maintenance costs of the Borrower.
10. Additional Debt.
The Borrower may incur additional indebtedness which is superior, on a parity or subordinate to the Interfund Loan. In the absence of an express determination by the Borrower to the contrary, any such indebtedness shall be subordinate to the Interfund Loan.
11. Use of Loan Proceeds.
Loan proceeds shall be used exclusively for expenditures related to Project No. PW1797 and for proper allocation of broadband-related capital costs in accordance with the DIF study.
12. Administration.
The City Manager and Director of Finance shall administer this Agreement, monitor expenditures, track loan activity, and maintain repayment schedules.
13. Records and Reporting.
The Borrower shall maintain complete and accurate records of expenditures, revenues, repayments, and financial activity under this Agreement. Records shall be retained in accordance with City policies and state law.
14. Reimbursement From Tax-Exempt Obligations.
The City reaffirms its intent to reimburse eligible expenditures with proceeds of tax-exempt obligations consistent with Treasury Regulation §1.150-2.
15. Entire Agreement; Amendments.
This Agreement shall constitute the entire agreement related to the Interfund Loan. Except as otherwise provided, this Agreement may be modified or amended only by an agreement approved by the City Council on behalf of Lender and the Borrower.
16. Governing Law.
This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California.
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17. Non-Liability of City Officials, Officers, and Employees.
No officer, official, employee, agent, representative, or volunteer of the City shall be personally liable for any amount which may become due to the Lender hereunder.
18. Termination of Agreement.
This Agreement shall continue in full force and effect for a period of and the obligations of the Borrower and shall terminate upon payment or prepayment in full of the Interfund Loan.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement to be effective as of the date and year first written above.
CITY OF CARSON (GENERAL FUND)
By: ________________________________
Lulu Davis Holmes, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ALESHIRE & WYNDER, LLP
By: ____________________________
Sunny Soltani, City Attorney
CITY OF CARSON (COMMUNITY
BROADBAND CAPITAL OUTLAY
ENTERPRISE FUND)
By: _______________________________
David C. Roberts, Jr., City Manager
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ATTEST:
________________________________
Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
01007.0002 2069089.3 A-1
EXHIBIT A
THE PROJECT LOCATION MAP
01007.0002 2069089.3 B-1
EXHIBIT B
PRINCIPAL AND INTEREST SCHEDULE
Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund Interfund Loan Agreement Amortization Schedule
Payment
# Payment Date Payment Amount Principal Interest Remaining Balance 1 2031-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,888.15 $ 225.00 $ 26,850,111.85 2 2031-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,889.40 $ 223.75 $ 26,700,222.44 3 2031-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,890.65 $ 222.50 $ 26,550,331.79 4 2031-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,891.90 $ 221.25 $ 26,400,439.89 5 2031-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,893.15 $ 220.00 $ 26,250,546.74 6 2031-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,894.40 $ 218.75 $ 26,100,652.35 7 2031-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,895.65 $ 217.51 $ 25,950,756.70 8 2031-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,896.90 $ 216.26 $ 25,800,859.80 9 2031-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,898.15 $ 215.01 $ 25,650,961.65 10 2031-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,899.40 $ 213.76 $ 25,501,062.26 11 2031-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,900.64 $ 212.51 $ 25,351,161.62 12 2031-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,901.89 $ 211.26 $ 25,201,259.72 13 2032-01-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,903.14 $ 210.01 $ 25,051,356.58 14 2032-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,904.39 $ 208.76 $ 24,901,452.19 15 2032-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,905.64 $ 207.51 $ 24,751,546.55 16 2032-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,906.89 $ 206.26 $ 24,601,639.66 17 2032-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,908.14 $ 205.01 $ 24,451,731.52 18 2032-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,909.39 $ 203.76 $ 24,301,822.13 19 2032-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,910.64 $ 202.52 $ 24,151,911.49 20 2032-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,911.89 $ 201.27 $ 24,001,999.60 21 2032-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,913.14 $ 200.02 $ 23,852,086.47 22 2032-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,914.39 $ 198.77 $ 23,702,172.08 23 2032-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,915.64 $ 197.52 $ 23,552,256.45 24 2032-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,916.88 $ 196.27 $ 23,402,339.56 25 2033-01-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,918.13 $ 195.02 $ 23,252,421.43 26 2033-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,919.38 $ 193.77 $ 23,102,502.04 27 2033-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,920.63 $ 192.52 $ 22,952,581.41 28 2033-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,921.88 $ 191.27 $ 22,802,659.53 29 2033-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,923.13 $ 190.02 $ 22,652,736.40 30 2033-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,924.38 $ 188.77 $ 22,502,812.02 31 2033-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,925.63 $ 187.52 $ 22,352,886.39 32 2033-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,926.88 $ 186.27 $ 22,202,959.51 33 2033-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,928.13 $ 185.02 $ 22,053,031.38 34 2033-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,929.38 $ 183.78 $ 21,903,102.00
01007.0002 2069089.3 B-2
35 2033-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,930.63 $ 182.53 $ 21,753,171.38 36 2033-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,931.88 $ 181.28 $ 21,603,239.50 37 2034-01-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,933.13 $ 180.03 $ 21,453,306.37 38 2034-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,934.38 $ 178.78 $ 21,303,372.00 39 2034-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,935.63 $ 177.53 $ 21,153,436.37 40 2034-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,936.87 $ 176.28 $ 21,003,499.50 41 2034-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,938.12 $ 175.03 $ 20,853,561.38 42 2034-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,939.37 $ 173.78 $ 20,703,622.00 43 2034-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,940.62 $ 172.53 $ 20,553,681.38 44 2034-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,941.87 $ 171.28 $ 20,403,739.51 45 2034-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,943.12 $ 170.03 $ 20,253,796.38 46 2034-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,944.37 $ 168.78 $ 20,103,852.01 47 2034-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,945.62 $ 167.53 $ 19,953,906.39 48 2034-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,946.87 $ 166.28 $ 19,803,959.52 49 2035-01-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,948.12 $ 165.03 $ 19,654,011.40 50 2035-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,949.37 $ 163.78 $ 19,504,062.03 51 2035-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,950.62 $ 162.53 $ 19,354,111.41 52 2035-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,951.87 $ 161.28 $ 19,204,159.54 53 2035-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,953.12 $ 160.03 $ 19,054,206.42 54 2035-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,954.37 $ 158.79 $ 18,904,252.06 55 2035-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,955.62 $ 157.54 $ 18,754,296.44 56 2035-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,956.87 $ 156.29 $ 18,604,339.57 57 2035-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,958.12 $ 155.04 $ 18,454,381.45 58 2035-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,959.37 $ 153.79 $ 18,304,422.09 59 2035-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,960.62 $ 152.54 $ 18,154,461.47 60 2035-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,961.87 $ 151.29 $ 18,004,499.61 61 2036-01-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,963.12 $ 150.04 $ 17,854,536.49 62 2036-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,964.37 $ 148.79 $ 17,704,572.13 63 2036-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,965.62 $ 147.54 $ 17,554,606.51 64 2036-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,966.86 $ 146.29 $ 17,404,639.65 65 2036-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,968.11 $ 145.04 $ 17,254,671.53 66 2036-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,969.36 $ 143.79 $ 17,104,702.17 67 2036-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,970.61 $ 142.54 $ 16,954,731.55 68 2036-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,971.86 $ 141.29 $ 16,804,759.69 69 2036-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,973.11 $ 140.04 $ 16,654,786.58 70 2036-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,974.36 $ 138.79 $ 16,504,812.21 71 2036-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,975.61 $ 137.54 $ 16,354,836.60 72 2036-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,976.86 $ 136.29 $ 16,204,859.74 73 2037-01-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,978.11 $ 135.04 $ 16,054,881.62 74 2037-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,979.36 $ 133.79 $ 15,904,902.26 75 2037-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,980.61 $ 132.54 $ 15,754,921.65 76 2037-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,981.86 $ 131.29 $ 15,604,939.79 77 2037-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,983.11 $ 130.04 $ 15,454,956.68
01007.0002 2069089.3 B-3
78 2037-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,984.36 $ 128.79 $ 15,304,972.31 79 2037-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,985.61 $ 127.54 $ 15,154,986.70 80 2037-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,986.86 $ 126.29 $ 15,004,999.84 81 2037-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,988.11 $ 125.04 $ 14,855,011.73 82 2037-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,989.36 $ 123.79 $ 14,705,022.37 83 2037-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,990.61 $ 122.54 $ 14,555,031.76 84 2037-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,991.86 $ 121.29 $ 14,405,039.89 85 2038-01-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,993.11 $ 120.04 $ 14,255,046.78 86 2038-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,994.36 $ 118.79 $ 14,105,052.42 87 2038-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,995.61 $ 117.54 $ 13,955,056.81 88 2038-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,996.86 $ 116.29 $ 13,805,059.95 89 2038-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,998.11 $ 115.04 $ 13,655,061.84 90 2038-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 149,999.36 $ 113.79 $ 13,505,062.48 91 2038-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,000.61 $ 112.54 $ 13,355,061.87 92 2038-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,001.86 $ 111.29 $ 13,205,060.01 93 2038-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,003.11 $ 110.04 $ 13,055,056.90 94 2038-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,004.36 $ 108.79 $ 12,905,052.53 95 2038-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,005.61 $ 107.54 $ 12,755,046.92 96 2038-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,006.86 $ 106.29 $ 12,605,040.06 97 2039-01-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,008.11 $ 105.04 $ 12,455,031.95 98 2039-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,009.36 $ 103.79 $ 12,305,022.59 99 2039-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,010.61 $ 102.54 $ 12,155,011.98 100 2039-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,011.86 $ 101.29 $ 12,005,000.12 101 2039-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,013.11 $ 100.04 $ 11,854,987.01 102 2039-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,014.36 $ 98.79 $ 11,704,972.64 103 2039-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,015.61 $ 97.54 $ 11,554,957.03 104 2039-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,016.86 $ 96.29 $ 11,404,940.17 105 2039-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,018.11 $ 95.04 $ 11,254,922.06 106 2039-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,019.36 $ 93.79 $ 11,104,902.70 107 2039-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,020.61 $ 92.54 $ 10,954,882.08 108 2039-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,021.86 $ 91.29 $ 10,804,860.22 109 2040-01-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,023.11 $ 90.04 $ 10,654,837.11 110 2040-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,024.36 $ 88.79 $ 10,504,812.75 111 2040-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,025.61 $ 87.54 $ 10,354,787.13 112 2040-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,026.86 $ 86.29 $ 10,204,760.27 113 2040-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,028.11 $ 85.04 $ 10,054,732.16 114 2040-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,029.36 $ 83.79 $ 9,904,702.79 115 2040-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,030.61 $ 82.54 $ 9,754,672.18 116 2040-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,031.86 $ 81.29 $ 9,604,640.32 117 2040-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,033.11 $ 80.04 $ 9,454,607.20 118 2040-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,034.36 $ 78.79 $ 9,304,572.84 119 2040-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,035.62 $ 77.54 $ 9,154,537.22 120 2040-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,036.87 $ 76.29 $ 9,004,500.36
01007.0002 2069089.3 B-4
121 2041-01-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,038.12 $ 75.04 $ 8,854,462.24 122 2041-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,039.37 $ 73.79 $ 8,704,422.87 123 2041-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,040.62 $ 72.54 $ 8,554,382.26 124 2041-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,041.87 $ 71.29 $ 8,404,340.39 125 2041-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,043.12 $ 70.04 $ 8,254,297.28 126 2041-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,044.37 $ 68.79 $ 8,104,252.91 127 2041-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,045.62 $ 67.54 $ 7,954,207.29 128 2041-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,046.87 $ 66.29 $ 7,804,160.42 129 2041-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,048.12 $ 65.03 $ 7,654,112.30 130 2041-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,049.37 $ 63.78 $ 7,504,062.93 131 2041-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,050.62 $ 62.53 $ 7,354,012.32 132 2041-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,051.87 $ 61.28 $ 7,203,960.45 133 2042-01-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,053.12 $ 60.03 $ 7,053,907.33 134 2042-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,054.37 $ 58.78 $ 6,903,852.96 135 2042-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,055.62 $ 57.53 $ 6,753,797.33 136 2042-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,056.87 $ 56.28 $ 6,603,740.46 137 2042-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,058.12 $ 55.03 $ 6,453,682.34 138 2042-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,059.37 $ 53.78 $ 6,303,622.97 139 2042-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,060.62 $ 52.53 $ 6,153,562.35 140 2042-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,061.87 $ 51.28 $ 6,003,500.47 141 2042-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,063.12 $ 50.03 $ 5,853,437.35 142 2042-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,064.37 $ 48.78 $ 5,703,372.97 143 2042-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,065.63 $ 47.53 $ 5,553,307.35 144 2042-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,066.88 $ 46.28 $ 5,403,240.47 145 2043-01-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,068.13 $ 45.03 $ 5,253,172.35 146 2043-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,069.38 $ 43.78 $ 5,103,102.97 147 2043-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,070.63 $ 42.53 $ 4,953,032.34 148 2043-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,071.88 $ 41.28 $ 4,802,960.46 149 2043-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,073.13 $ 40.02 $ 4,652,887.34 150 2043-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,074.38 $ 38.77 $ 4,502,812.96 151 2043-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,075.63 $ 37.52 $ 4,352,737.33 152 2043-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,076.88 $ 36.27 $ 4,202,660.45 153 2043-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,078.13 $ 35.02 $ 4,052,582.32 154 2043-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,079.38 $ 33.77 $ 3,902,502.93 155 2043-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,080.63 $ 32.52 $ 3,752,422.30 156 2043-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,081.88 $ 31.27 $ 3,602,340.42 157 2044-01-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,083.13 $ 30.02 $ 3,452,257.29 158 2044-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,084.38 $ 28.77 $ 3,302,172.90 159 2044-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,085.64 $ 27.52 $ 3,152,087.27 160 2044-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,086.89 $ 26.27 $ 3,002,000.38 161 2044-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,088.14 $ 25.02 $ 2,851,912.24 162 2044-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,089.39 $ 23.77 $ 2,701,822.86 163 2044-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,090.64 $ 22.52 $ 2,551,732.22
01007.0002 2069089.3 B-5
164 2044-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,091.89 $ 21.26 $ 2,401,640.33 165 2044-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,093.14 $ 20.01 $ 2,251,547.19 166 2044-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,094.39 $ 18.76 $ 2,101,452.80 167 2044-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,095.64 $ 17.51 $ 1,951,357.16 168 2044-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,096.89 $ 16.26 $ 1,801,260.27 169 2045-01-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,098.14 $ 15.01 $ 1,651,162.13 170 2045-02-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,099.39 $ 13.76 $ 1,501,062.73 171 2045-03-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,100.64 $ 12.51 $ 1,350,962.09 172 2045-04-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,101.90 $ 11.26 $ 1,200,860.19 173 2045-05-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,103.15 $ 10.01 $ 1,050,757.05 174 2045-06-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,104.40 $ 8.76 $ 900,652.65 175 2045-07-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,105.65 $ 7.51 $ 750,547.00 176 2045-08-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,106.90 $ 6.25 $ 600,440.10 177 2045-09-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,108.15 $ 5.00 $ 450,331.95 178 2045-10-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,109.40 $ 3.75 $ 300,222.55 179 2045-11-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,110.65 $ 2.50 $ 150,111.90 180 2045-12-01 $ 150,113.15 $ 150,111.90 $ 1.25 $ 0.00
$
27,020,367.56 $ 27,000,000.00 $ 20,367.56
Summary Key:
Principal $ 27,000,000.00
Annual Rate 0.0001 (.01%)
Total Interest $ 20,367.56
Term (Months) 180
Monthly Payment $ 150,113.15
Loan Dispursement
Date 2/1/2026
Payment Starting (5
Year Grace Period) 2/1/2031
Payment # Payment Date Payment Amount Principal Interest Remaining Balance 1 2031-02-01 150,113.15$ 149,888.15$ 225.00$ 26,850,111.85$ 2 2031-02-01 150,113.15$ 149,889.40$ 223.75$ 26,700,222.44$ 3 2031-03-01 150,113.15$ 149,890.65$ 222.50$ 26,550,331.79$ 4 2031-04-01 150,113.15$ 149,891.90$ 221.25$ 26,400,439.89$ 5 2031-05-01 150,113.15$ 149,893.15$ 220.00$ 26,250,546.74$ 6 2031-06-01 150,113.15$ 149,894.40$ 218.75$ 26,100,652.35$ 7 2031-07-01 150,113.15$ 149,895.65$ 217.51$ 25,950,756.70$ 8 2031-08-01 150,113.15$ 149,896.90$ 216.26$ 25,800,859.80$ 9 2031-09-01 150,113.15$ 149,898.15$ 215.01$ 25,650,961.65$ 10 2031-10-01 150,113.15$ 149,899.40$ 213.76$ 25,501,062.26$ 11 2031-11-01 150,113.15$ 149,900.64$ 212.51$ 25,351,161.62$ 12 2031-12-01 150,113.15$ 149,901.89$ 211.26$ 25,201,259.72$ 13 2032-01-01 150,113.15$ 149,903.14$ 210.01$ 25,051,356.58$ 14 2032-02-01 150,113.15$ 149,904.39$ 208.76$ 24,901,452.19$ 15 2032-03-01 150,113.15$ 149,905.64$ 207.51$ 24,751,546.55$ 16 2032-04-01 150,113.15$ 149,906.89$ 206.26$ 24,601,639.66$ 17 2032-05-01 150,113.15$ 149,908.14$ 205.01$ 24,451,731.52$ 18 2032-06-01 150,113.15$ 149,909.39$ 203.76$ 24,301,822.13$ 19 2032-07-01 150,113.15$ 149,910.64$ 202.52$ 24,151,911.49$ 20 2032-08-01 150,113.15$ 149,911.89$ 201.27$ 24,001,999.60$ 21 2032-09-01 150,113.15$ 149,913.14$ 200.02$ 23,852,086.47$ 22 2032-10-01 150,113.15$ 149,914.39$ 198.77$ 23,702,172.08$ 23 2032-11-01 150,113.15$ 149,915.64$ 197.52$ 23,552,256.45$ 24 2032-12-01 150,113.15$ 149,916.88$ 196.27$ 23,402,339.56$ 25 2033-01-01 150,113.15$ 149,918.13$ 195.02$ 23,252,421.43$ 26 2033-02-01 150,113.15$ 149,919.38$ 193.77$ 23,102,502.04$ 27 2033-03-01 150,113.15$ 149,920.63$ 192.52$ 22,952,581.41$ 28 2033-04-01 150,113.15$ 149,921.88$ 191.27$ 22,802,659.53$ 29 2033-05-01 150,113.15$ 149,923.13$ 190.02$ 22,652,736.40$ 30 2033-06-01 150,113.15$ 149,924.38$ 188.77$ 22,502,812.02$ 31 2033-07-01 150,113.15$ 149,925.63$ 187.52$ 22,352,886.39$ 32 2033-08-01 150,113.15$ 149,926.88$ 186.27$ 22,202,959.51$ 33 2033-09-01 150,113.15$ 149,928.13$ 185.02$ 22,053,031.38$ 34 2033-10-01 150,113.15$ 149,929.38$ 183.78$ 21,903,102.00$ 35 2033-11-01 150,113.15$ 149,930.63$ 182.53$ 21,753,171.38$ 36 2033-12-01 150,113.15$ 149,931.88$ 181.28$ 21,603,239.50$ 37 2034-01-01 150,113.15$ 149,933.13$ 180.03$ 21,453,306.37$ 38 2034-02-01 150,113.15$ 149,934.38$ 178.78$ 21,303,372.00$ 39 2034-03-01 150,113.15$ 149,935.63$ 177.53$ 21,153,436.37$ 40 2034-04-01 150,113.15$ 149,936.87$ 176.28$ 21,003,499.50$ 41 2034-05-01 150,113.15$ 149,938.12$ 175.03$ 20,853,561.38$ Community Broadband Capital Outlay Enterprise Fund Interfund Loan Agreement Amortization Schedule
42 2034-06-01 150,113.15$ 149,939.37$ 173.78$ 20,703,622.00$ 43 2034-07-01 150,113.15$ 149,940.62$ 172.53$ 20,553,681.38$ 44 2034-08-01 150,113.15$ 149,941.87$ 171.28$ 20,403,739.51$ 45 2034-09-01 150,113.15$ 149,943.12$ 170.03$ 20,253,796.38$ 46 2034-10-01 150,113.15$ 149,944.37$ 168.78$ 20,103,852.01$ 47 2034-11-01 150,113.15$ 149,945.62$ 167.53$ 19,953,906.39$ 48 2034-12-01 150,113.15$ 149,946.87$ 166.28$ 19,803,959.52$ 49 2035-01-01 150,113.15$ 149,948.12$ 165.03$ 19,654,011.40$ 50 2035-02-01 150,113.15$ 149,949.37$ 163.78$ 19,504,062.03$ 51 2035-03-01 150,113.15$ 149,950.62$ 162.53$ 19,354,111.41$ 52 2035-04-01 150,113.15$ 149,951.87$ 161.28$ 19,204,159.54$ 53 2035-05-01 150,113.15$ 149,953.12$ 160.03$ 19,054,206.42$ 54 2035-06-01 150,113.15$ 149,954.37$ 158.79$ 18,904,252.06$ 55 2035-07-01 150,113.15$ 149,955.62$ 157.54$ 18,754,296.44$ 56 2035-08-01 150,113.15$ 149,956.87$ 156.29$ 18,604,339.57$ 57 2035-09-01 150,113.15$ 149,958.12$ 155.04$ 18,454,381.45$ 58 2035-10-01 150,113.15$ 149,959.37$ 153.79$ 18,304,422.09$ 59 2035-11-01 150,113.15$ 149,960.62$ 152.54$ 18,154,461.47$ 60 2035-12-01 150,113.15$ 149,961.87$ 151.29$ 18,004,499.61$ 61 2036-01-01 150,113.15$ 149,963.12$ 150.04$ 17,854,536.49$ 62 2036-02-01 150,113.15$ 149,964.37$ 148.79$ 17,704,572.13$ 63 2036-03-01 150,113.15$ 149,965.62$ 147.54$ 17,554,606.51$ 64 2036-04-01 150,113.15$ 149,966.86$ 146.29$ 17,404,639.65$ 65 2036-05-01 150,113.15$ 149,968.11$ 145.04$ 17,254,671.53$ 66 2036-06-01 150,113.15$ 149,969.36$ 143.79$ 17,104,702.17$ 67 2036-07-01 150,113.15$ 149,970.61$ 142.54$ 16,954,731.55$ 68 2036-08-01 150,113.15$ 149,971.86$ 141.29$ 16,804,759.69$ 69 2036-09-01 150,113.15$ 149,973.11$ 140.04$ 16,654,786.58$ 70 2036-10-01 150,113.15$ 149,974.36$ 138.79$ 16,504,812.21$ 71 2036-11-01 150,113.15$ 149,975.61$ 137.54$ 16,354,836.60$ 72 2036-12-01 150,113.15$ 149,976.86$ 136.29$ 16,204,859.74$ 73 2037-01-01 150,113.15$ 149,978.11$ 135.04$ 16,054,881.62$ 74 2037-02-01 150,113.15$ 149,979.36$ 133.79$ 15,904,902.26$ 75 2037-03-01 150,113.15$ 149,980.61$ 132.54$ 15,754,921.65$ 76 2037-04-01 150,113.15$ 149,981.86$ 131.29$ 15,604,939.79$ 77 2037-05-01 150,113.15$ 149,983.11$ 130.04$ 15,454,956.68$ 78 2037-06-01 150,113.15$ 149,984.36$ 128.79$ 15,304,972.31$ 79 2037-07-01 150,113.15$ 149,985.61$ 127.54$ 15,154,986.70$ 80 2037-08-01 150,113.15$ 149,986.86$ 126.29$ 15,004,999.84$ 81 2037-09-01 150,113.15$ 149,988.11$ 125.04$ 14,855,011.73$ 82 2037-10-01 150,113.15$ 149,989.36$ 123.79$ 14,705,022.37$ 83 2037-11-01 150,113.15$ 149,990.61$ 122.54$ 14,555,031.76$ 84 2037-12-01 150,113.15$ 149,991.86$ 121.29$ 14,405,039.89$ 85 2038-01-01 150,113.15$ 149,993.11$ 120.04$ 14,255,046.78$ 86 2038-02-01 150,113.15$ 149,994.36$ 118.79$ 14,105,052.42$ 87 2038-03-01 150,113.15$ 149,995.61$ 117.54$ 13,955,056.81$ 88 2038-04-01 150,113.15$ 149,996.86$ 116.29$ 13,805,059.95$ 89 2038-05-01 150,113.15$ 149,998.11$ 115.04$ 13,655,061.84$ 90 2038-06-01 150,113.15$ 149,999.36$ 113.79$ 13,505,062.48$ 91 2038-07-01 150,113.15$ 150,000.61$ 112.54$ 13,355,061.87$ 92 2038-08-01 150,113.15$ 150,001.86$ 111.29$ 13,205,060.01$ 93 2038-09-01 150,113.15$ 150,003.11$ 110.04$ 13,055,056.90$ 94 2038-10-01 150,113.15$ 150,004.36$ 108.79$ 12,905,052.53$ 95 2038-11-01 150,113.15$ 150,005.61$ 107.54$ 12,755,046.92$ 96 2038-12-01 150,113.15$ 150,006.86$ 106.29$ 12,605,040.06$ 97 2039-01-01 150,113.15$ 150,008.11$ 105.04$ 12,455,031.95$ 98 2039-02-01 150,113.15$ 150,009.36$ 103.79$ 12,305,022.59$ 99 2039-03-01 150,113.15$ 150,010.61$ 102.54$ 12,155,011.98$ 100 2039-04-01 150,113.15$ 150,011.86$ 101.29$ 12,005,000.12$ 101 2039-05-01 150,113.15$ 150,013.11$ 100.04$ 11,854,987.01$ 102 2039-06-01 150,113.15$ 150,014.36$ 98.79$ 11,704,972.64$ 103 2039-07-01 150,113.15$ 150,015.61$ 97.54$ 11,554,957.03$ 104 2039-08-01 150,113.15$ 150,016.86$ 96.29$ 11,404,940.17$ 105 2039-09-01 150,113.15$ 150,018.11$ 95.04$ 11,254,922.06$ 106 2039-10-01 150,113.15$ 150,019.36$ 93.79$ 11,104,902.70$ 107 2039-11-01 150,113.15$ 150,020.61$ 92.54$ 10,954,882.08$ 108 2039-12-01 150,113.15$ 150,021.86$ 91.29$ 10,804,860.22$ 109 2040-01-01 150,113.15$ 150,023.11$ 90.04$ 10,654,837.11$ 110 2040-02-01 150,113.15$ 150,024.36$ 88.79$ 10,504,812.75$ 111 2040-03-01 150,113.15$ 150,025.61$ 87.54$ 10,354,787.13$ 112 2040-04-01 150,113.15$ 150,026.86$ 86.29$ 10,204,760.27$ 113 2040-05-01 150,113.15$ 150,028.11$ 85.04$ 10,054,732.16$ 114 2040-06-01 150,113.15$ 150,029.36$ 83.79$ 9,904,702.79$ 115 2040-07-01 150,113.15$ 150,030.61$ 82.54$ 9,754,672.18$ 116 2040-08-01 150,113.15$ 150,031.86$ 81.29$ 9,604,640.32$ 117 2040-09-01 150,113.15$ 150,033.11$ 80.04$ 9,454,607.20$ 118 2040-10-01 150,113.15$ 150,034.36$ 78.79$ 9,304,572.84$ 119 2040-11-01 150,113.15$ 150,035.62$ 77.54$ 9,154,537.22$ 120 2040-12-01 150,113.15$ 150,036.87$ 76.29$ 9,004,500.36$ 121 2041-01-01 150,113.15$ 150,038.12$ 75.04$ 8,854,462.24$ 122 2041-02-01 150,113.15$ 150,039.37$ 73.79$ 8,704,422.87$ 123 2041-03-01 150,113.15$ 150,040.62$ 72.54$ 8,554,382.26$ 124 2041-04-01 150,113.15$ 150,041.87$ 71.29$ 8,404,340.39$ 125 2041-05-01 150,113.15$ 150,043.12$ 70.04$ 8,254,297.28$ 126 2041-06-01 150,113.15$ 150,044.37$ 68.79$ 8,104,252.91$ 127 2041-07-01 150,113.15$ 150,045.62$ 67.54$ 7,954,207.29$ 128 2041-08-01 150,113.15$ 150,046.87$ 66.29$ 7,804,160.42$ 129 2041-09-01 150,113.15$ 150,048.12$ 65.03$ 7,654,112.30$ 130 2041-10-01 150,113.15$ 150,049.37$ 63.78$ 7,504,062.93$ 131 2041-11-01 150,113.15$ 150,050.62$ 62.53$ 7,354,012.32$ 132 2041-12-01 150,113.15$ 150,051.87$ 61.28$ 7,203,960.45$ 133 2042-01-01 150,113.15$ 150,053.12$ 60.03$ 7,053,907.33$ 134 2042-02-01 150,113.15$ 150,054.37$ 58.78$ 6,903,852.96$ 135 2042-03-01 150,113.15$ 150,055.62$ 57.53$ 6,753,797.33$ 136 2042-04-01 150,113.15$ 150,056.87$ 56.28$ 6,603,740.46$ 137 2042-05-01 150,113.15$ 150,058.12$ 55.03$ 6,453,682.34$ 138 2042-06-01 150,113.15$ 150,059.37$ 53.78$ 6,303,622.97$ 139 2042-07-01 150,113.15$ 150,060.62$ 52.53$ 6,153,562.35$ 140 2042-08-01 150,113.15$ 150,061.87$ 51.28$ 6,003,500.47$ 141 2042-09-01 150,113.15$ 150,063.12$ 50.03$ 5,853,437.35$ 142 2042-10-01 150,113.15$ 150,064.37$ 48.78$ 5,703,372.97$ 143 2042-11-01 150,113.15$ 150,065.63$ 47.53$ 5,553,307.35$ 144 2042-12-01 150,113.15$ 150,066.88$ 46.28$ 5,403,240.47$ 145 2043-01-01 150,113.15$ 150,068.13$ 45.03$ 5,253,172.35$ 146 2043-02-01 150,113.15$ 150,069.38$ 43.78$ 5,103,102.97$ 147 2043-03-01 150,113.15$ 150,070.63$ 42.53$ 4,953,032.34$ 148 2043-04-01 150,113.15$ 150,071.88$ 41.28$ 4,802,960.46$ 149 2043-05-01 150,113.15$ 150,073.13$ 40.02$ 4,652,887.34$ 150 2043-06-01 150,113.15$ 150,074.38$ 38.77$ 4,502,812.96$ 151 2043-07-01 150,113.15$ 150,075.63$ 37.52$ 4,352,737.33$ 152 2043-08-01 150,113.15$ 150,076.88$ 36.27$ 4,202,660.45$ 153 2043-09-01 150,113.15$ 150,078.13$ 35.02$ 4,052,582.32$ 154 2043-10-01 150,113.15$ 150,079.38$ 33.77$ 3,902,502.93$ 155 2043-11-01 150,113.15$ 150,080.63$ 32.52$ 3,752,422.30$ 156 2043-12-01 150,113.15$ 150,081.88$ 31.27$ 3,602,340.42$ 157 2044-01-01 150,113.15$ 150,083.13$ 30.02$ 3,452,257.29$ 158 2044-02-01 150,113.15$ 150,084.38$ 28.77$ 3,302,172.90$ 159 2044-03-01 150,113.15$ 150,085.64$ 27.52$ 3,152,087.27$ 160 2044-04-01 150,113.15$ 150,086.89$ 26.27$ 3,002,000.38$ 161 2044-05-01 150,113.15$ 150,088.14$ 25.02$ 2,851,912.24$ 162 2044-06-01 150,113.15$ 150,089.39$ 23.77$ 2,701,822.86$ 163 2044-07-01 150,113.15$ 150,090.64$ 22.52$ 2,551,732.22$ 164 2044-08-01 150,113.15$ 150,091.89$ 21.26$ 2,401,640.33$ 165 2044-09-01 150,113.15$ 150,093.14$ 20.01$ 2,251,547.19$ 166 2044-10-01 150,113.15$ 150,094.39$ 18.76$ 2,101,452.80$ 167 2044-11-01 150,113.15$ 150,095.64$ 17.51$ 1,951,357.16$ 168 2044-12-01 150,113.15$ 150,096.89$ 16.26$ 1,801,260.27$ 169 2045-01-01 150,113.15$ 150,098.14$ 15.01$ 1,651,162.13$ 170 2045-02-01 150,113.15$ 150,099.39$ 13.76$ 1,501,062.73$ 171 2045-03-01 150,113.15$ 150,100.64$ 12.51$ 1,350,962.09$ 172 2045-04-01 150,113.15$ 150,101.90$ 11.26$ 1,200,860.19$ 173 2045-05-01 150,113.15$ 150,103.15$ 10.01$ 1,050,757.05$ 174 2045-06-01 150,113.15$ 150,104.40$ 8.76$ 900,652.65$ 175 2045-07-01 150,113.15$ 150,105.65$ 7.51$ 750,547.00$ 176 2045-08-01 150,113.15$ 150,106.90$ 6.25$ 600,440.10$ 177 2045-09-01 150,113.15$ 150,108.15$ 5.00$ 450,331.95$ 178 2045-10-01 150,113.15$ 150,109.40$ 3.75$ 300,222.55$ 179 2045-11-01 150,113.15$ 150,110.65$ 2.50$ 150,111.90$ 180 2045-12-01 150,113.15$ 150,111.90$ 1.25$ 0.00$ 27,020,367.56$ 27,000,000.00$ 20,367.56$
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Principal 27,000,000.00$
Annual Rate 0.0001 (.01%)
Total Interest 20,367.56$
Term (Months) 180
Monthly Payment 150,113.15$
Loan Dispursement
Date 2/1/2026
Payment Starting (5
Year Grace Period) 2/1/2031
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RESOLUTION NO. 26-012
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025–26
BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND, SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, ENTERPRISE FUNDS, AND THE
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) FUND
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget on June 17, 2025, for the General Fund and Special Revenue Funds of the City via Resolution No. 25-076; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has determined it necessary to amend the Fiscal Year 2025-26 General Fund budget, Special Revenue Funds, Enterprise Funds, and Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, FIND, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The following amendment(s) will be made to the City’s Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget.
Account Description Increase/(Decrease)
101-99-999-904-8012 PW# 1797 Other Infrastructure-CIP ($25,000,000.00) 101-99-999-999-3601 Fund Balance ($2,000,000.00)
510-54-541-904-8012 PW# 1797 Other Infrastructure -CIP $27,000,000.00
Section 2. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this resolution and shall keep a copy of this resolution attached to the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget on file, and effective as of January 20, 2026, the same shall be in force and effect.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 20th day of January, 2026.
APPROVED AS TO FROM: CITY OF CARSON:
_________________________ ________________________
Sunny K. Soltani, City Attorney Lula Davis-Holmes, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.
CITY OF CARSON )
I, Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk of the City of Carson, California, hereby attest to and certify that the foregoing resolution, being Resolution No. 26-012 adopted by the City of Carson City Council at its meeting held on January 20, 2026, by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMEBES:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
_____________________________
Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
CITY OF CARSON 701 East Carson Street
Report to Honorable Mayor and City Council
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 5:00 PM
SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY 27. To: Honorable Mayor and City Council From: Nathan Freeman, Director of Community and Economic Development CD Planning Subject: CONSIDER ADOPTION OF AN INTERIM URGENCY ORDINANCE ESTABLISHING AMORATORIUM ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OR EXPANSION OF RESTAURANT DRIVE-THROUGHOPERATIONS FOR A PERIOD OF 45 DAYS (CITY COUNCIL) I. SUMMARY
A Restaurant Drive-Through Operation is defined as a restaurant that includes a drive-through facility where food or coffee-type beverages are ordered and purchased by motorists who remain in their vehicles. The use includes associated drive-through lanes, queuing areas, ordering points, menu boards, and pick-up windows. This definition applies only to restaurant uses and does not include drive-through facilities accessory to banks, credit unions, pharmacies, or other non-restaurant uses.
The establishment and proliferation of Restaurant Drive-Through Operations without adequate regulation present a current and immediate threat to the public health, safety, and welfare. Such uses can result in adverse impacts related to traffic circulation and congestion, pedestrian and bicycle safety, air quality, noise, land use compatibility, and overall public health.
The City’s zoning regulations and land use plans do not sufficiently regulate the development, establishment, and operation of Restaurant Drive-Through Operations to adequately address these impacts. Absent immediate action, new applications or expansions could be approved under existing regulations that fail to mitigate these concerns.
Adoption of an interim urgency ordinance is therefore necessary to temporarily halt the establishment or expansion of Restaurant Drive-Through Operations while the City evaluates existing conditions and develops comprehensive zoning standards governing their location and operation.
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65858, a city, such as Carson, may adopt an interim zoning ordinance on an urgency basis (“Urgency Ordinance”) to protect the public health, safety, and welfare by temporarily prohibiting uses that the city intends to study within a reasonable period of time. Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance requires a four-fifths vote of the legislative body. Upon adoption, the Urgency Ordinance is effective for a period of 45 days, unless extended prior to expiration.
The proposed Urgency Ordinance would temporarily prohibit the establishment or expansion of Restaurant Drive- Through Operations within the City for an initial 45-day period, during which staff will evaluate permanent zoning regulations for future consideration by the Planning Commission and City Council.
If adopted, the City may extend the initial 45-day moratorium for an additional 10 months and 15 days, and subsequently for one year, following proper public notice and a public hearing. In accordance with Government Code Section 65858(d), a written report describing the measures taken to alleviate the conditions that led to the adoption of the Urgency Ordinance must be prepared and published at least 10 days prior to the ordinance’s expiration or any extension.
II. RECOMMENDATION
TAKE the following actions:
WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Urgency Ordinance No. 26-2602U, "AN INTERIM URGENCY ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, ENACTED PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65858 ESTABLISHING A 45-DAY TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OR
EXPANSION OF DRIVE-THROUGH RESTAURANT OPERATIONS WITHIN CITY LIMITS DURING THE PENDENCY OF THE CITY’S REVIEW AND ADOPTION OF PERMANENT ZONING REGULATIONS FOR SUCH USES," by at least a 4/5ths vote.
DIRECT the City Manager to have the Community and Economic Development Department and Planning Commission review the City's development standards and land use regulations for Drive-Through Restaurants Operations, conduct research on the economics and survey land use regulations, and research development standards for drive-through restaurants in other cities.
III. ALTERNATIVES
TAKE such other action as the City council deems appropriate consistent with the requirements of the law.
IV. BACKGROUND
Restaurant drive-through operations can generate adverse impacts when not adequately regulated, including:
Concentrated vehicle queuing and idling that impair traffic circulation and may spill into public rights-of-way.
Increased collision risks involving motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists.
Obstruction of emergency access and on-site circulation.
Noise, lighting, litter, and late-night disturbances near residential and other sensitive land uses.
Increased localized air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions associated with vehicle idling.
Degradation of the pedestrian environment and incompatibility with walkable or mixed-use development objectives.
Land use inefficiencies and reduced economic productivity resulting from auto-oriented site design.
Cumulative impacts from the over-concentration of drive-through uses.
Public health concerns associated with over concentration of fast-food establishments, including childhood obesity.
Under current regulations, a proliferation of Restaurant Drive-Through Operations could occur and result in such impacts. It could also negatively affect the City’s economy by reducing potential revenue and limiting commercially zoned land from supporting higher-intensity employment or other commercial uses that could generate greater long-term fiscal benefits.
The proposed ordinance would temporarily prohibit the establishment of new, as well as the expansion of existing, Restaurant Drive-Through Operations. The moratorium would apply to the approval or issuance of any subdivision, use permit, variance, site plan and design review, development and site plan review, zoning compliance review, grading permit, building permit, or any other entitlement for use involving a Restaurant Drive-Through Operation during the 45-day moratorium period.
The proposed ordinance contains the following exemptions from the proposed urgency moratorium:
Annual business license renewals for existing Restaurant Drive-Through Operations.
Minor construction, rehabilitation, or landscaping that does not expand building area or otherwise increase:
Floor area
Seating capacity
Drive-through capacity
Queuing/stacking length
Intensity of use
Restaurant Drive-Through Operations projects already under construction with a valid building permit.
Restaurant Drive-Through Operations projects that have obtained written administrative Planning approval with written concurrence of the City Manager’s Office, or Planning Commission approval prior to the effective date of the Urgency Ordinance.
Adopting this Ordinance allows time to study and develop the City's laws, rules, procedures, and fees governing Restaurant Drive-Through Operations to enable the City to preserve the health, safety, and welfare of the community.
During the moratorium, staff will evaluate issues associated with these uses, including:
Appropriate locations within the City.
Land use definitions and regulations, including zoning districts where such operations are permitted or conditionally permitted.
Development standards and best practices from other jurisdictions to mitigate potential impacts.
Continued approval of entitlements, building permits, or other approvals for new or expanded Restaurant Drive- Through Operations under the City's current zoning ordinance poses a current and immediate threat to public health, safety, and welfare. These uses generate significant adverse health, safety and welfare effects that cannot be mitigated under existing regulations.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 65858, a city may adopt an interim ordinance temporarily prohibiting uses that may conflict with a general plan, specific plan, or zoning proposal under consideration or study, for the immediate preservation of public health, safety, or welfare. Such an ordinance must include a declaration of facts constituting the urgency and be adopted by not less than a four-fifths (4/5) vote of the City Council.
Environmental Review
The proposed Urgency Ordinance is exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code 21000, et seq., “CEQA”). Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines provides that an activity is a project subject to CEQA when an action has the potential to result in physical changes to the environment, either directly or indirectly. The proposed Urgency Ordinance is not a project subject to CEQA, as it does not have such potential. Additionally, Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines provides that CEQA only applies to projects that have the potential to cause a significant effect on the environment and does not apply when it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility of such an effect. Here, it can be seen with certainty that the proposed Urgency Ordinance will not have a significant effect on the environment, as it merely establishes a 45-day moratorium on the establishment or expansion of Restaurant Drive-Through Operations in the City.
V. FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.
VI. EXHIBITS
1. Draft Urgency Ordinance No. 26-2602U
Attachments
Draft Urgency Ordinance No. 26-2602U.pdf
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URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 26-2602U
AN INTERIM URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
CARSON, CALIFORNIA, ENACTED PURSUANT TO
CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65858
ESTABLISHING A FORTY-FIVE (45) DAY TEMPORARY
MORATORIUM ON THE ESTABLISHMENT OR
EXPANSION OF RESTAURANT DRIVE -THROUGH
OPERATIONS WITHIN CITY LIMITS DURING THE
PENDENCY OF THE CITY’S REVIEW AND ADOPTION OF
PERMANENT ZONING REGULATIONS FOR SUCH USES
WHEREAS, the City of Carson (“City”) has the authority, under its police power, to enact regulations for the public peace, morals, and welfare of the City pursuant to California Constitution Article XI, section 7; and
WHEREAS, the City has a compelling interest in protecting the public health, safety, and welfare of its citizens, residents, visitors, and businesses, and in preserving the peace and quiet of the neighborhoods within the City by regulating the establishment and expansion of Restaurant Drive-Through Operations (as defined in this Ordinance below) within City limits; and
WHEREAS, the City is responsible for adopting and implementing land use regulations within its boundaries; and
WHEREAS, Restaurant Drive-Through Operations have potential negative impacts on circulation, traffic, safety, air quality, walkability, quality of life, and effects on public health; and WHEREAS, the vision and goal of the City Council is to adopt policy changes to specifically address the growing needs of the community and to create an environment that offers people options and a variety of choices that promote and encourage healthy behaviors; and WHEREAS, CMC section 9131.1 provides that drive-in or drive-through restaurants are a permitted use in multiple commercial zones including the Commercial, General (CG) zone; and WHEREAS, CMC section 9141.1 provides that any principal use permitted in any commercial zone, whether automatically, with limitation, or by conditional use permit, is automatically permitted in the industrial zones, subject to the same requirements specified for such use in the commercial zones, with certain exemptions that are not relevant here; and WHEREAS, CMC 9212.2 provides that Restaurant with Drive-through uses are permitted with a minor conditional use permit in the Downtown Mixed Use (DMX) zone and permitted with a conditional use permit in the Corridor Mixed Use zone. Gener al regulations for such facilities are set forth in CMC 93129.1-93129.4; and
WHEREAS, the CMC does not sufficiently regulate Restaurant Drive -Through Operations on a consistent basis throughout the City; and
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WHEREAS, Restaurant Drive -Through Operations can generate concentrated vehicle queuing, idling, and high-turnover turning movements that impair traffic circulation and increase the risk of collisions involving motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists; obstruct on -site drive aisles and emergency access; and create recurring noise, lighting, litter, and late hour disturbances that are incompatible with nearby residences and other sensitive uses; and WHEREAS, extended idling and stop -and-go conditions associated with Restaurant Drive-Through Operations queues can measurably increase localized air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, undermining adopted public health and environmental objectives, especially in areas already burdened by cumulative impacts; and
WHEREAS, an over concentration of Restaurant Drive -Through Operations exist in pockets throughout the City, which can result in a situation of unhealthy behaviors, because widespread access to fast-food service has been found to contribute to the general rate of childhood obesity and other health problems; and
WHEREAS, the City’s existing development standards for Restaurant Drive -Through Operations are insufficient and, together with the City’s current land use regulations, could result in establishment of drive-through uses that are detrimental to public health, safety, and welfare of nearby residents and businesses and a proliferation or oversaturation of said uses within the City; and
WHEREAS, absent sufficient regulation, the establishment, proliferation and oversaturation of Restaurant Drive-Through Operations in the City poses a threat to the public peace, health, and safety, and, unless the City takes action to regulate, the impacts described above are likely to continue to occur; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to regulate Restaurant Drive-Through Operations to ensure that public rights-of-way and public property remain free of public nuisances, are safe and accessible for all users, are clear of conditions that pose threats to public health, safety, and welfare, to ensure that future development is undertaken in a manner consistent with the City’s General Plan, and to ensure that Restaurant Drive-Through Operations comply with State and City regulations that inure to the public’s health, safety, and welfare; and WHEREAS, the City anticipates that Restaurant Drive -Through Operators, as defined below, may seek to establish additional drive-throughs, or desire to expand existing Restaurant Drive-Through Operations before a non-urgency ordinance would become effective; and WHEREAS, City Charter Section 313 and Government Code Section 65858 expressly authorize the City Council to adopt an urgency ordinance for the immediate preservation of the public peace, health, or safety, and to prohibit a use that is in conflict with a contemplated general plan, specific plan, or zoning proposal that the legislative body, planning commission , or the planning department is considering or studying or intends to study within a reasonable time; and WHEREAS, City staff require time to study and develop appropriate regulations for Restaurant Drive-Through Operations consistent with State and federal law; and
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WHEREAS, pursuant to the above -described express statutory authority and its police power, the City Council desires, on an interim urgency basis, to temporarily prohibit establishment of new, or expansion of existing, Restaurant Drive-Through Operations within the City.
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. FINDINGS
The City Council finds the facts set forth in the recitals in this Urgency Ordinance are true and correct and are hereby incorporated by reference. Additionally, based on the foregoing, both verbal and written testimony at the public hearing, including the staff report, exhibits, and any materials provided by members of the public, the City Council finds as follows:
A. The City Council is adopting t his Ordinance in order to allow the City time to thoroughly study and develop the City’s laws, rules, procedures , and fees related to the development, operation and establishment of Restaurant Drive-Through Operations to enable the City of Carson (hereafter, the “City”) to adequately and appropriately preserve the health, safety , and welfare of the community in the City.
B. For the purposes of this Ordinance, a “Restaurant Drive -Through Operation ” includes all restaurants with a drive -through facility where food or coffee -type beverages are purchased by motorists who remain in their vehicles during the sales transaction, including drive- up service, and that is designed to enable persons to receive a service or purchase or consum e goods while remaining within a motor vehicle, including any associated drive -through lane(s), queuing/stacking areas, ordering points/menu boards, and pick-up windows. The term “Restaurant Drive Through Operation” does not include drive -through facilities associated with banks, credit unions, pharmacies, or other non-restaurant uses.
C. For purposes of this Ordinance, “ Restaurant Drive-Through Operator” shall mean a person that owns, manages, and/or operates a Restaurant Drive-Through Operation, whether for profit or not.
D. The City finds that in the absence of a sufficient regulatory framework to govern Restaurant Drive-Through Operations, the adverse impacts frequently associated with Restaurant Drive-Through Operations likely will occur, resulting in unregulated and significant negative impacts upon the public health, safety, and welfare of the community.
E. The City finds that the adverse impacts from Restaurant Drive-Through Operations include the following:
(1) The establishment and proliferation of Restaurant Drive -Through Operations throughout the City without sufficient regulation presents a current and immediate threat to public health, safety, and welfare. Restaurant Drive-Through Operations generate undesirable conditions for adjacent properties and residents as a result of concentrated vehicle queuing, idling, and high- turnover turning movements that impair traffic circulation and increase the risk of collisions
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involving motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists; obstruct on-site drive aisles and emergency access; and create recurring noise, lighting, litter, and late hour disturbances that are incompatible with nearby residences and other sensitive uses; and
(2) Extended idling and stop -and-go conditions associated with Restaurant Drive - Through Operations queues can measurably increase localized air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions, undermining adopted public health and environmental objectives, especially in areas already burdened by cumulative impacts; and
(3) Widespread and unregulated access to fast -food service has been found to contribute to the general rate of childhood obesity and other health problems; and F. The City also finds that Restaurant Drive -Through Operations could have a negative economic impact for the City absent sufficient regulation, as follows:
(1) The use may result in inefficient utilization of commercially zoned land that could otherwise support higher-intensity employment-generating uses; and (2) The continued establishment of new Restaurant Drive -Through Operations may displace other commercial, or employment uses that could generate greater long -term fiscal and economic impacts to the City.
G. The City needs time to draft a proposed text amendment to the Zoning Code to preserve the health, safety, and welfare of the community in the City with respect to the operation of Restaurant Drive-Through Operations.
SECTION 2. CEQA COMPLIANCE
Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines ("CEQA," California Code of Regulations Title 14, §§ 15000 et seq.), this Interim Urgency Ordinance is exempt from CEQA based on the following: (i) this Interim Urgency Ordinance is not a “project” within the meaning of CEQA Section 15378 because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, either directly or indirectly; and (ii) this Interim Urgency Ordinance is also exempt pursuant to CEQA Section 15061(b)(3) because it merely establishes a 45-day temporary moratorium on the establishment and expansion of Restaurant Drive-Through Operations, and thus it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that this ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment.
SECTION 3. AUTHORITY AND EFFECT
The State Planning and Zoning Law (Cal. Gov’t Code Sections 65000, et seq.) and the City’s Charter broadly empower the City to plan for and regulate the use of land in order to provide for orderly development, the public health safety and welfare, and a balancing of property rights and the desires of the community and the manner in which its citizens envision their city.
SECTION 4. MORATORIUM
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A. During the Effective Period of this Ordinance (forty-five (45) days unless extended pursuant to Government Code Section 65858) , no permit shall be issued for any development or use of any new Restaurant Drive-Through Operation, nor may a permit be issued for the expansion of an existing Restaurant Drive-Through Operation, within the City. The foregoing shall explicitly prohibit the approval or issuance of any subdivision, use permit, variance, site plan and design review, development and site plan review, zoning compliance review, grading permit, building permit, or any other entitlement for use involving businesses defined as a Restaurant Drive - Through Operation herein during the Effective Period.
B. Notwithstanding the foregoing, any existing Restaurant Drive-Through Operation shall be allowed to obtain their annual City business license. Additionally, permits may be issued for minor construction, rehabilitation , and landscaping , or other purposes not involving an expansion of building area , provided such work does not increase floor area, seating capacity, drive-through capacity, queuing length, or intensity of use . Any Restaurant Drive -Through Operations under construction with a valid building p ermit, any Restaurant Drive -Through Operations that obtained administrative Planning approval with the concurrence of the City Manager’s office or any Restaurant Drive -Through Operation approved by the Planning Commission as of the effective date of this Urgency Ordinance shall be exempt from this Urgency Ordinance.
SECTION 5. STUDY AND DEVELOPMENT
During the Effective Period of this Ordinance, the City shall study and develop as necessary City laws, rules, procedures , and fees related to Restaurant Drive-Through Operations to enable the City to adequately and appropriately preserve the health, safety, and welfare of the community in the City. Pursuant to Government Code Section 65858, the Planning Manager will issue a report for the legislative body on what has been accomplished during the moratorium before it expires or is extended.
SECTION 6. URGENCY MEASURE
It is hereby declared that this Ordinance is necessary as an urgency measure for the immediate preservation of public peace, health, safety, and welfare. The City Council finds that its current zoning regulations and land use plans do not adequately regulate the development, establishment and operation of Restaurant Drive -Through Operations, and therefore do not adequately protect the peace, health, safety, and general welfare of the residents of the City or in communities around the City. The City Council finds the urgency measure is necessary in order to ensure adequate regulation of the development and operation of Restaurant Drive -Through Operations. The facts constituting the urgency are:
The City does not currently have sufficient standards in the Carson Municipal Code related specifically to the development, establishment, expansion and operation of Restaurant Drive - Through Operations within the City.
The negative impacts frequently associated with operation of Restaurant Drive-Through Operations will likely increase as insufficiently regulated Restaurant Drive-Through Operations
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continue to proliferate throughout the City, resulting in a significant negative impact upon public health, safety, and welfare of the community.
To permit the establishment and proliferation of Restaurant Drive-Through Operations to continue within the City without specific regulations that are consistent with the General Plan and take into account the detrimental impacts that such establishments can have if not sufficiently regulated, constitutes a current and immediate threat to the public health, safety, and welfare.
Restaurant Drive -Through Operations generate undesirable conditions for adjacent properties .
Examples of common impacts generated by these uses include concentrated vehicle queuing, idling, and high turnover turning movements that impair traffic circulation and increase the risk of collisions involving motorists, pedestrians, and bicyclists; obstruct on -site drive aisles and emergency access; and create recurring noise, lighting, litter, and late hour disturbances that are incompatible with nearby residences and other sensitive uses. These impacts can be detrimental to the quality of life for adjacent residents and disruptive to adjacent businesses. Allowing the continued establishment of Restaurant Drive -Through Operations without carefully tailored regulations will result in the immediate potential for disruptions to the quality of life for adjacent residents and businesses.
Restaurant Drive -Through Operations in the community can result in loss of potential revenue to the City and provide the City with little economic benefit , as typical wages paid at Restaurant Drive -Through Operations would not increase the City’s overall median incomes.
Restaurant Drive -Through Operations therefore would not bolster employee densities in commercial and manufacturing zones or increase the per capita median income of the community.
Allowing the continue d, minimally regulated establishment of Restaurant Drive -Through Operations under the existing zoning ordinance will result in the immediate loss of potential income to City residents and reduce potential employment opportunities throughout the City.
Restaurant Drive-Through Operators are likely to seek to establish or expand Restaurant Drive-Through Operations in the City based on the lack of clear and sufficient regulations, which will further exacerbate the impacts of such businesses.
Absent the adoption of this Interim Urgency Ordinance, the continued establishment and proliferation of Restaurant Drive -Through Operations in the City under the current zoning ordinance would likely result in the negative and harmful secondary effects, as identified above.
As a result of the negative and harmful secondary effects associated with insufficiently regulated development and operation of Restaurant Drive-Through Operations, the current and immediate threat such effects pose to the public health, safety and welfare, it is necessary to adopt a temporary, forty -five (45) day moratorium on the establishment of new Restaurant Drive - Through Operations and the expansion of existing Restaurant Drive-Through Operations in the City.
A moratorium is immediately required to preserve the public health, safety , and welfare and should be adopted immediately as an urgency ordinance to make certain that the establishment and expansion of Restaurant Drive -Through Operations is prohibited for the period of this Ordinance. Imposition of a moratorium will allow the City sufficient time to conclude the preparation of a comprehensive ordinance for the regulation of such activities.
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SECTION 7. SEVERABILITY
The City Council hereby declares that if any provision, section, subsection, paragraph, sentence, phrase, or word of this Ordinance is rendered or declared invalid or unconstitutional by any final action in a court of competent jurisdiction or by reason of any preemptive legislation, then the City Council would have independently adopted the remaining provisi ons, sections, subsections, paragraphs, sentences, phrases , or words of this Ordinance , and as such they shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 8. EFFECTIVENESS OF ORDINANCE.
This Ordinance shall take effect immediately upon its adoption by a 4/5 vote, pursuant to the authority conferred upon the City Council by City Charter Section 313 and Government Code Section 65858. This Ordinance shall be effective during the Effective Period, which shall be from its adoption and shall be of no further force and effect forty -five (45) days following the date of its adoption, unless extended in accordance with the provisions set forth in Government Code Section 65858(b).
SECTION 9. PUBLICATION
The City Clerk shall certify as to the passage and adoption of this Interim Urgency Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published in a manner prescribed by law. [SIGNATURES LOCATED ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE]
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PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Carson, California at a regular meeting on this 20th day of January 2026.
Lula Davis-Holmes, Mayor
ATTEST:
Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Sunny Soltani, City Attorney [MC]
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) SS:
CITY OF CARSON )
I, Khaleah K. Bradshaw , City Clerk of the City of Carson, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance, being Urgency Ordinance No. 26-2602U, was duly passed and approved by the City Council of the City of Carson at a regular meeting of said Council held on the 20th of January 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
CITY OF CARSON 701 East Carson Street
Report to Honorable Mayor and City Council
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 5:00 PM
DISCUSSION 28. To: Honorable Mayor and City Council From: Arminé Chaparyan, Deputy City Manager CMO {{division}} Subject: CONSIDER AN INFORMATIONAL UPDATE ON THE CITY OF CARSON STRATEGIC PLAN FORTHE 2028 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAMES AND ON THE CITY'S PREPARATIONS TO DATE (CITYCOUNCIL) I. SUMMARY
The City of Carson is honored to have been officially designated as a Venue City for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. This designation builds upon Carson's proud Olympic legacy, as the City previously served as a Venue City during the 1984 Los Angeles Olympic Games.
The 2028 Olympic Games are scheduled to commence on July 14, 2028, followed by the Paralympic Games, which will open on August 15, 2028. During the Games period, Carson is anticipated to host five Olympic and three Paralympic sports at Dignity Health Sports Park, which will be officially known as Carson Sports Park during the Games. Currently anticipated Olympic events include field hockey, archery, rugby sevens, tennis, and track cycling, while anticipated Paralympic events include para archery, wheelchair tennis, and para track cycling. These events are provided for reference purposes and remain subject to change as Games planning continues. All events will conclude on August 27, 2028.
This report transmits the completed City of Carson Strategic Plan for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games (the “Strategic Plan”), prepared by KPMG in collaboration with the City of Carson team. In addition, staff is providing an update on the City’s preparations to date for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games (the “2028 Games”).
At its May 6, 2025 meeting, the City Council approved the award of a professional services agreement for KPMG to provide strategic planning services in preparation for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and the City’s role as a Venue City. Retaining a professional consultant is intended to ensure the City is well positioned to maximize the economic and community benefits associated with the Games; to equip the City with the tools, resources, and strategic guidance necessary for effective planning and implementation; and to support the delivery of a world- class experience for residents and visitors during this historic global event. KPMG is a global consulting firm with extensive experience across multiple sectors and a proven track record of supporting government agencies and private-sector organizations in preparations for prior Olympic Games. KPMG was selected to develop the Carson Strategic Plan based on its engagement in providing strategic planning services to the Cities of Los Angeles and Long Beach as part of their respective 2028 Games preparations. Through this partnership, the City aims to leverage the same level of expertise and best practices being applied by these other major cities. The completed Strategic Plan is provided for City Council reference as Exhibit 1.
The Strategic Plan is intended to equip the City with the tools, resources, and guidance necessary to support the successful planning and implementation of the Games within Carson. To date, the City has been deeply engaged in this planning process and has achieved several significant milestones. These include bringing the Olympic spirit home to Carson in summer 2025 by co-hosting the Official Day of Sport with LA28 at Carson Park, engaging local children and families and celebrating the Games within the community; and advancing interagency coordination through participation in more than twenty meetings in 2025 with key 2028 Games stakeholders, including LA28, Dignity Health Sports Park, Los Angeles County leadership, public safety partners, and federal agencies.
Through these efforts, the City has laid and continues to build a strong foundation to welcome the world to Carson and to identify meaningful experiences and unique opportunities to showcase the City during the Olympic and Paralympic Games, as discussed in further detail below.
II. RECOMMENDATION
1. RECEIVE and FILE this informational update to the City Council.
III. ALTERNATIVES
TAKE another action the City Council deems appropriate and that is consistent with applicable laws.
IV. BACKGROUND
The proposed Strategic Plan provides a roadmap for the City’s planning and preparation for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. The Plan focuses on critical near-term actions, recognizing that early decisions will shape more detailed and complex efforts as the Games approach. Core components of the Strategic Plan include:
An assessment of the City of Carson’s prior experience as an Olympic venue, including existing agreements and commitments;
Clearly defined strategic objectives and recommended activities; A phased planning framework encompassing foundational planning, operational planning, readiness, Games- time operations, and post-Games dissolution;
A communications and engagement strategy for stakeholders, partners, and the community; An approach to community-based legacy initiatives extending beyond the Games period; and An overview of financial considerations.
Across these areas, KPMG provided best practices for Games planning and identified options and key considerations tailored to the City of Carson as preparations advance toward 2028.
The City’s overarching objectives for the 2028 Games are to: protect and support residents and businesses by prioritizing public safety, mobility, and continuity of daily life; implement the Strategic Plan through coordinated, citywide action; strengthen partnerships and coordination with LA28, venue operators, neighboring cities, Los Angeles County, regional agencies, and federal partners; elevate Carson as a premier Venue City through engaging events and community experiences; maximize economic and long-term benefits for local businesses, workforce development, and tourism; and showcase Carson on the world stage as a regional leader and the “Jewel of the South Bay.”
To implement the Strategic Plan, the City will establish an internal organizational structure focused on the delivery of City services during the Games. This structure will include a citywide internal Steering Committee comprised of approximately 40 key staff members, supported by functional subcommittees addressing: Public Safety; Transportation and Circulation; External Relations, Partnerships, and Sponsorships; Communications, Resident and Stakeholder Outreach, Branding, and Marketing; Economic Development, Business Relations, and Planning; and Events, Logistics, and Operations. An External Advisory Committee will also be established in Spring 2026, consisting of representatives from key community organizations, businesses, educational institutions, and California State University, Dominguez Hills, to provide guidance on community priorities and visitor experiences.
These efforts will all be operationalized and managed by the City Manager's Office.
Consistent with these objectives and in coordination with regional and interagency partners, the City is planning a signature outdoor festival-style event intended to deliver a world-class experience for residents and visitors during the course of the Olympics. This event is envisioned to include live music, food, public viewing of Games competitions, and participation by local and regional vendors. The City is also exploring partnerships with neighboring jurisdictions and public agencies to support logistics, public safety, transportation, and operational needs associated with these initiatives. Staff is currently coordinating with LA28, the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, Los Angeles County departments, and federal public safety partners to evaluate the event footprint and operational requirements. In addition, the City is exploring smaller-scale programming within each City Council District, with an emphasis on celebrating the unique cultural identities of each district.
Immediate implementation priorities for the City include:
Launching a comprehensive City website dedicated to the 2028 Games to serve as a centralized hub for information, volunteer registration, and public engagement opportunities; Developing a digital countdown clock for the City website to build community awareness and anticipation for the Games; and
Planning and installing a physical outdoor countdown signage, anticipated to be unveiled in Summer 2026, to further promote community excitement.
Additionally, in preparation for the forthcoming 2026 FIFA World Cup in the Los Angeles region, the City is also pursuing:
Leveraging regional activities associated with the 2026 FIFA World Cup as part of the broader lead-up to the 2028 Games;
Coordinating with the Los Angeles County Sports and Entertainment Commission and other regional partners to explore FIFA-related events in Carson;
Considering at least one public FIFA World Cup watch party at the City Event Center Amphitheater; and Using FIFA-related events to enhance Carson’s global visibility and to pilot interagency coordination, logistics, and event concepts in advance of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
V. FISCAL IMPACT
City staff is currently developing projected costs for comprehensive City programming associated with the 2028 Games and will return to the City Council at a future meeting for consideration. The proposed program will identify all anticipated City costs, including those related to events and programming, and will include corresponding cost estimates as well as potential revenue opportunities for the City. In addition to costs for events and programming, other costs are anticipated to include transportation and circulation, external relations programs such as partnerships with foreign governments to host delegations, resident and stakeholder outreach, as well as branding and marketing, economic development initiatives, and business relations activities.
The City should proceed under the assumption that LA28 will fund costs directly related to the Games themselves, while the City will remain responsible for its baseline municipal operations and that any services, programs, or activities exceeding normal service levels, including City-sponsored special events and related operational costs, will be fully funded by the City.
To mitigate these expenses, the City will pursue a multi-pronged cost offset strategy, including reimbursement from LA28 for eligible “enhanced City resources,” external grants, fundraising, strategic partnerships, and direct revenue generation. Successful implementation of this approach will require clearly defining baseline service levels, closely tracking incremental costs, and proactively leveraging revenue opportunities such as managed parking, facility rentals, permits, and in-kind partnerships among others.
VI. EXHIBITS
1. City of Carson Strategic Plan for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games
Attachments
City of Carson Strategic Plan for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games
January 2026
2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games
City of Carson
Planning Report
1 INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................................................................ 2
1.1. Purpose ................................................................................................................................................. 4
1.2 Scope .................................................................................................................................................... 4
1.3 Methodology ......................................................................................................................................... 5 2 CITY OF CARSON AND THE 2028 GAMES ................................................................................................ 7
2.1 The Carson Olympic Connection .......................................................................................................... 7
2.2 Key Dates ............................................................................................................................................. 8
2.3 Carson 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Sport Events ........................................................................... 9
2.4 City of Carson Obligations .................................................................................................................. 11 3 VISION AND STRATEGIC OBJECTIVES ................................................................................................... 13
3.1 Vision and Goals ................................................................................................................................. 13
3.2 Celebration Site .................................................................................................................................. 13
3.3 Key Success Factors .......................................................................................................................... 17 4 STRATEGIC ROADMAP .............................................................................................................................. 20
4.1 Foundation Planning Phase ................................................................................................................ 22
4.2 Operational Planning Phase ............................................................................................................... 35
4.3 Testing and Delivery Phases .............................................................................................................. 37
4.4 Dissolution Phase ............................................................................................................................... 40 5 STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT ............................................................................................................... 45
5.1 Stakeholders, Partners and Interested Parties ................................................................................... 45
5.2 Engagement Insights .......................................................................................................................... 46
5.3 Stakeholder Communications Plan..................................................................................................... 48
5.4 Stakeholder Advisory Group ............................................................................................................... 51 6 DEVELOPING LEGACY BUILDING PROGRAMS ...................................................................................... 54
6.1 Phased Approach ............................................................................................................................... 54 7 ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES........................................................................................ 75
7.1 Preparation and Support for Small Businesses .................................................................................. 75
7.2 Tourism and Investment Attraction ..................................................................................................... 76 8 FINANCIAL CONSIDERATIONS ................................................................................................................. 79
8.1 Cost Drivers ............................................................................................................................................ 79
8.2 Financial Offset and Revenue Generation Opportunities ....................................................................... 80 9 APPENDICES ............................................................................................................................................... 82
9.1 Acronyms ............................................................................................................................................ 82
9.2 Glossary of Terms ............................................................................................................................... 84
9.3 Committee Chart ................................................................................................................................. 86
9.4 City of Carson Services by Department and Jurisdiction ................................................................... 88
9.5 Games Agreement by Category ......................................................................................................... 91
9.6 Major Items List ................................................................................................................................. 100
9.7 Games and Venue Register ............................................................................................................. 102
9.8 Milestones ......................................................................................................................................... 104
9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours ............................................................................................ 112
9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks ..................................................................................................... 114
Contents
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1 Introduction
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 2 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
1 Introduction
The City of Carson: A Proud Partner in the LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games The City of Carson is honored to have been officially designated as a Venue City for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games by the Los Angeles Organizing Committee (LA28). This selection continues Carson's proud legacy of Olympic partnership, having previously served as a Venue City during the well-remembered, 1984 Los Angeles Games.
The LA28 Olympic Games will commence on July 14, 2028, followed by the Paralympic Games, which will open on August 15, 2028. Carson will host a minimum of five Olympic and three Paralympic sports within the Dignity Health Sports Park, which will be referred to as the Carson Sports Park during the Games period. This is a world- class venue located within the heart of the City of Carson.
As it prepares for its role as a venue city, Carson has made a commitment to delivering a world-class experience that creates lasting value for its community. The City of Carson is dedicated to:
• Ensuring a Safe and Seamless Experience: Collaborating closely with all partners to facilitate a secure, well-planned, and organized environment for athletes, officials, residents, and visitors. • Showcasing Carson to the World: The Games offer an unparalleled opportunity to introduce a global audience to the vibrant arts, diverse culture, and dynamic businesses that define the city. • Creating a Lasting Community Legacy: The City of Carson is focused on maximizing this opportunity to ensure their citizens can actively engage with the Olympic and Paralympic spirit and that the community realizes enduring social, economic, and cultural benefits long after the closing ceremonies.
As a Venue City, the City of Carson holds a distinct and vital role in collaboration with the Host City, the City of Los Angeles, and the LA28 organizing committee. While LA28 is responsible for the overall planning and execution of the Games, the design and delivery of events in Carson will be managed through a close, consultative partnership with City leadership, Los Angeles County, Dignity Health Sports Park and California State University Dominguez Hills.
The successful staging of the Games is a collective effort involving several key governing bodies:
• The International Olympic & Paralympic Committees (IOC & IPC): These international non-governmental organizations are the highest authorities of the Olympic and Paralympic Movements, respectively. • The LA28 Organizing Committee (OCOG): As the official organizing entity, LA28 is responsible for the preparation, financing, and staging of the 2028 Games.
• The Host City (City of Los Angeles): Selected by the IOC, the City of Los Angeles holds the primary contract to host the 2028 Games, supported by financial guarantees from both the City and the State of California.
• Venue Cities (City of Carson): Partners like Carson provide the essential world-class venues and local support required to host specific sporting events, contributing significantly to the overall success of the Games.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 3 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games Ecosystem
The City of Carson and LA County will remain responsible for key activities occurring in the City during the games period, including providing municipal services and normal and customary services to City residents. Key municipal services are listed below and further discussed throughout the document.
Municipal services
01 03
02 04
05 06
08 07
Municipal policing
and security
Zoning, permits
and licenses
Parking
Protocol
Public
Health and
sanitation
Public transportation and
crowd management
including "The Last Mile"
City “look” and
wayfinding
signage
Communication/
Media
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 4 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
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Carson’s Core Municipal Responsibilities:
• Public Safety: The City of Carson and Los Angeles County will continue to manage policing and security for all residents and local activities city-wide, focusing on areas outside the official LA28 venues. • Public Health & Sanitation: The City of Carson and Los Angeles County will oversee and scale city-wide public health and sanitation services to effectively manage the needs of a larger visitor population. • Commercial Regulation: The City of Carson handles all local zoning, permits, and business licenses for commercial activities, including food trucks and temporary vendors, operating outside the official Games footprint. The City will also track the L.A. city ordinance process and mirror ours to match when it comes to permitting and temporary activations and activities.
• Local Transportation & Crowd Control: The City of Carson, in collaboration with the County of Los Angeles and LA Metro, will develop and execute plans to manage traffic, parking, and pedestrian flow on city streets and in areas not under LA28's direct control.
• Parking Management: Carson must implement a comprehensive parking strategy to address the needs of residents, local businesses, and the influx of visitors. This includes close collaboration with City of Long Beach Transportation
• City Appearance & Navigation: The City will have an opportunity to Invest in city beautification and install supplementary "wayfinding" signage to enhance Carson's aesthetic and help guide visitors throughout the community.
• Official Protocol: City Leadership will establish and manage official protocols for welcoming and hosting visiting dignitaries, athletic delegations, and other official guests to the City of Carson. • Community Communications: The City of Carson’s press and communication groups’ efforts will amplify Games-related news and create original media content to engage residents and document Carson's unique role in the LA28 legacy.
1.1. Purpose
The City of Carson contracted with KPMG to support its preparation, planning and resource allocation for the 2028 Games. As part of this effort, KPMG assisted the City with planning for large Citywide and multi-stakeholder projects. In addition to the strategic discussions and advisory services, KPMG has provided the deliverables included herein including action plans, milestones/goals, timelines, and other key planning artifacts.
The purpose of this document is to align all deliverables into a strategic roadmap which the City can use to further its strategic discussions with partner stakeholders, as well as plan for its operational readiness and resourcing needs.
Recognizing these essential points of connection, this plan focuses on major aspects of the Games planning lifecycle to ensure that the City can engage in the right discussions, activities, and operations in the appropriate time frame and with appropriate resources. This document is intended to serve as a roadmap and should be referenced as a living document to be supplemented and revised as key decisions are made.
1.2 Scope
In providing a roadmap for the City’s Games planning for the coming years, this document focuses on essential near-term items, understanding that early decisions will help give shape to more concrete efforts in the longer term. These core considerations include:
• Understanding the history of Carson’s previous experience as an Olympic Games1 venue site, as well as the status of its current agreements and commitments.
• An outline of strategic objectives and activities.
1 The Olympic Games and Paralympic Games were held in different cities until the Seoul 1988 Olympic (Summer) Games and Albertville 1992 Olympic Winter Games, when the two Games came together, with the Paralympics taking place shortly after the Olympic Games in the same venues.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 5 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
• A strategic roadmap which covers the foundational planning, operational planning, readiness, Games operations and dissolution phases.
• A communication plan for engaging stakeholders, partners, and other interested parties, including engaging in community outreach.
• An approach to community-based legacy activities to extend beyond the period of the Games; and • An overview of financial considerations
Across these areas, we have provided background considerations related to Games planning generally, as well as options and key considerations for the City of Carson as planning efforts increase in depth looking ahead to 2028.
1.3 Methodology
In engaging Carson on these essential questions, we have taken an approach that prioritizes strong coordination among stakeholders, disciplined project management, and alignment with the City’s needs and requirements.
This document was developed through three phases of activity:
Phase 1
Planning
This initial phase included the identification of stakeholders, a kick-off meeting, alignment with Carson on planning status and goals for the engagement, as well as the development of an initial data request. The KPMG team reviewed a range of documentation – including, for example, governance structures, agreements, LA28 planning material, and IOC requirements – to develop an understanding of current state and help guide further work.
Phase 2
Field work
An essential input to the strategic planning framework was a series of stakeholder interviews with Carson staff. These discussions helped the KPMG team understand the City’s vision and goals for the 2028 Games, identify needs and dependencies for the planning process, and develop a strategic framework responsive to the unique opportunities of Carson as a Venue City. Over 60 individuals were interviewed, representing at least 17 City offices. Phase 2 also included workshops designed to share and refine initial findings.
Phase 3
Drafting and
finalization
Drafting and finalization. Drawing on the work from Phases 1 and 2, the team drafted and finalized the set of deliverables represented here. These include a detailed project and resourcing plan for the City’s participation in the 2028 Games, a communication plan and stakeholder analysis, and cost estimates for delivery activities.
This report is the result of close collaboration with the Carson City Manager’s Office and brings forward important considerations as the City continues its preparation for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. 2 City of Carson and
the 2028 Games
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City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
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2 City of Carson and the 2028 Games
2.1 The Carson Olympic Connection
The City of Carson has a proud connection with the Olympic and Paralympic Games.
In 1984, when Los Angeles staged the 1984 Olympic Games, the City of Carson was the site of the track cycling events.
For the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Carson, as a 2028 Venue City, will host five Olympic events, including rugby sevens, archery, tennis, field hockey, and track cycling. Carson will also host three Paralympic events: para-archery, wheelchair tennis, and para-cycling track.
The Los Angeles Organizing Committee for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games (LA28) chose Carson as a Venue City to support its commitment to use existing, world-class facilities. The Dignity Health Sports Park (Carson Sports Park), located in Carson, is a well-established sports complex that will provide high-quality experience for athletes and fans.
Carson Sports Park’s Tennis Center is home to the US Tennis Association’s High Performance Training Center and has hosted various professional Women’s Tennis championships and tournaments, The Velodrome is an official US Olympic Training Center Site and serves as the home track for USA Cycling’s national track and cycling program. The Rugby Sevens Olympic event will be held in the Sports Park’s main stadium, which has regularly hosted the World Rugby Sevens Series.
The City of Carson’s connection with the Olympic Games is not limited to providing first-class venues for Olympic and Paralympic events. The City is a proven incubator for elite athletes. Carson High School graduate (1967), the late Ralph Mann was an Olympic silver medalist at the 1972 Olympic Games (Munich) in the 400-meter hurdles events, Mann also won the gold medal at the 1971 Pan American Games and a silver medal at the 1975 Pan American Games. Dr. Mann is a member of the Carson High School Hall of Fame and the US National Track and Field Hall of Fame.
Marcus Tupuola, also a graduate of Carson High School, is currently a member of the US National Rugby Sevens Team that will represent the United States at the 2028 Olympic Games. Marcus also represented the United States at the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris and the 2019 Pan American Games.
While there is much work to be done in preparation for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the City of Carson has a rich tradition on which to build.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 8 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
2.2 Key Dates
The table below highlights key dates associated with the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games. Though the Games are approximately two and a half years away, the coming years will bring important milestones in defining the City’s obligations, needs, and expectations regarding its role as a Venue City, as well as relationships with LA28, the IOC, and local and regional partners. The strategic planning framework outlined in this document is meant to help City of Carson anticipate and successfully meet each of these upcoming key dates.
An extended list of dates is included under Milestones together with the source for the dates used. The dates below are a combination of contractual obligations and estimates based on past planning timelines and are subject to change.
Games Agreement
with LA28 approved by
City Council
Enhanced City
Resources
Master Agreement
Volunteer Estimate for
Carson Set
Ticketing Sales open for
the 2028 Games
Dissolution Plan
Second Broadcast
Rights Holder Meeting
Chef de Mission
Meeting
2028 Olympic Games
2028 Paralympic Games
End of Contract Term
Venue Services
Agreement (AEG
and LA28
May 8
First Broadcast Rights
Holders Meeting
Normal and Customary
Services Plan underway
with LA28
August 14
2024
2025
2026
2027
2028
2029
October 1
October 1
September 15
January 14
March 31
July 1
July 14
October 1
July 14 to
July 30
August 15 to
August 27
December 31
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 9 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
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Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
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2.3 Carson 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Sport Events
Olympic Games Sport Events
Location
Carson Sports
Park – Stadium
Sport
Rugby Sevens
Location
Carson Sports
Park – Stadium
Location
Carson Sports
Park – Courts
Sport
Tennis
Sport
Archery
Location
Carson Sports
Park – Field Zone
Sport
Field Hockey
Location
Carson Sports
Park – Velodrome
Sport
Cycling Track
1 1
2 3
4 5
2 3
4 5
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City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
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Paralympic Games Sport Events
Location
Carson Sports
Park – Courts
Sport
Wheelchair
Tennis
Location
Carson Sports
Park – Velodrome
Location
Carson Sports
Park – Field Zone
Sport
Para Archery
Sport
Para Cycling
Track
1 2
3 1
2 3
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 11 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
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2.4 City of Carson Obligations
By agreeing to serve as a Venue City, Carson
incurs a variety of obligations associated with the
use of city venues2.
The Games Agreement for the 2028 Olympic and
Paralympic Games (GA) was approved by
Carson City Council on May 8, 2024. The
Agreement sets the terms of the relationship and
commitments between the City of Carson as a
Venue City, and LA28 for the 2028 Games.
The City also provided letters, over the period
from January 2015 to May 2023, to the
International Olympic Committee (“IOC”) in
connection with the candidature of the City of Los
Angeles for the Olympic and Paralympic Games
which set forth certain governing principles and
commitments from the City regarding its
participation as a Venue City in the Games.
While the IOC requires financial guarantees, or
backstops for potential organizing committee cost
overruns, as part of the bid phase and the Host City Contract, it is the City of Los Angeles and the State of California who have provided these financial guarantees. It is not an obligation of the City of Carson.
2 See Appendix 9.5 Games Agreement by Category
3 Vision and
Strategic Objectives
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 13 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
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Legacy
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3 Vision and Strategic Objectives
3.1 Vision and Goals
The City of Carson envisions its participation in the 2028 Games to showcase the City’s vibrant culture of celebration and strong sense of community to further illustrate why it is the “Jewel of the South Bay”. The City’s goal is to create lasting memories that extend beyond the City’s role as a Venue City in 2028, by delivering premier experience for residents, businesses, and visitors.
The City’s planning team has identified three core goals to guide the planning and delivery of the Games:
• Crafting a premier event experience to showcase the City and create meaningful interaction with games for citizens and small businesses
• Protecting and supporting the small business community before, during, and after the Games period • Prioritizing safety, communication with, and overall experience of, residents and businesses The City has established goals to ensure the Games provide meaningful, long-term benefits for residents, businesses, and visitors. These goals are designed to showcase Carson’s diverse cultures, vibrant arts, and dynamic neighborhoods globally, celebrating the City’s unique identity.
The City is committed to implementing sustainable improvements in transportation, public spaces, and technology. Additionally, it will support local businesses and attract investments that align with the City’s economic development priorities, thus expanding economic opportunities. In line with Carson’s commitment to social and economic equity, the Games will ensure that the benefits are shared across all communities. The City will also prioritize safety and accessibility in all aspects of the Games, aligning its efforts with initiatives like Vision Zero and Safe Streets. Finally, Carson aims to establish a legacy by developing initiatives that extend beyond 2028, strengthening the City’s global reputation and fostering ongoing community engagement.
Aligned with Carson’s Strategic Vision 2030, these goals and themes demonstrate the City’s commitment to creating a thriving, equitable, and sustainable future. These goals anchor the Games as an opportunity to showcase Carson’s unique strengths while delivering a lasting, meaningful impact across the community.
3.2 Celebration Site
The City of Carson is committed to crafting a premier event experience to showcase Carson and create meaningful interaction with games for citizens and small businesses.
While details and cost estimates for this event will continue to be developed through operational conversations with L.A. County, Cal State Dominguez Hills and other partners, the City has begun to outline a series of potential plans and considerations for further discussion.
The overarching goal for the celebration site is to be located meaningfully adjacent to the Olympic Games venues. The event would run for the duration of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, though there may be periods of downtime pending funding, safety and staffing considerations.
During this Celebration period, Carson would invite neighboring Counties or Cities, not involved as 2028 Games venue cities, but may be providing public safety support to participate as vendors or highlight elements of their city’s business or culinary offerings.
The celebration site may include performances, activities and “live look-ins.”
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 14 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
The information below has been outlined to support the City in identifying additional questions and considerations for confirming event details and beginning build out of the overall event operations plan.
Focus Area Options Considerations Questions/Next Steps
Location Victoria Park • County owned, previously
discussed but formalized
agreement would be needed
• There is an open question
as to whether and how this
site may be used by County
or LA28
Towne Ave
Elementary School
• Very near Games footprint;
Southwest of Carson Sports
Park
• Gated
• Within walking path of potential
parking at Victoria Golf Course
• Impact on traffic flow/crowd
size
• impact on school
schedule/summer
activities/prep
• Residential impacts
• Impact on potential use if
Victoria Park/Golf Course is
used by LA28
• Site controlled by LAUSD
Carson Community
Center
• Proximity from Games footprint
• Security available
• Impacts on other
community programing
• May be limited in size
capacity
One fan zone site at
a park in each district
• Major ethnicity within each
location to host
• Targeted locations such as
City parks
Security Supported by County • Security WG has reported that security will only be covered by
LA28 plan for perimeter 1 and 2
and that jurisdictions will have
to seek their own security
• Need clarification from
County on their support
plan
• Working with neighboring
cities to supplement?
Transportation Transportation Plans • Dependency on LA Metro to finalize transportation plan
• Collaborate with LA Metro,
Caltrans, and L.A. DOT to
understand timing of
security plan
Parking Victoria Golf Course • Security WG has reported they may be using this for Games
attendee parking and moving
into CSP
• Los Angeles County Parks and
Recreation have not confirmed
details just yet
• Carson may be interested in
using parking as a funding
source
• Need to understand state of
Victoria golf course use by
LA28 and permissions
• Coordination with LA
County due to mention of
ongoing litigation on use of
the field due to its condition
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 15 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
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Focus Area Options Considerations Questions/Next Steps
Cost/Funding Grants • L.A. Metro is offering funding
with applications due October 8,
2025
• Security and transportation
plans are not yet finalized
which may change scope
and details of event
submitted
Fundraisers • Carson to host fundraisers to
raise money for the event
• If other legacy initiatives are
considered, designated
fundraisers to be
established. While the
Games Agreement provides
direction on rules and
parameters for fundraising,
City of Carson will need to
collaborate closely with
LA28.
General Fund • Funds available/designated for
Carson’s 60th anniversary
• Budget health
Resourcing for Event City of Carson Staff • City employees are likely to be engaged in other City or games
times activities.
• Is there a pool of Carson
staff available to support?
Hire Vendor to Run
and Staff Event Staff
• Would require procurement and
funding
• Availability of vendors,
procurement vehicle and
funding
Timing Initial plan is to run
the length of the
Olympics and
Paralympics, as well
as prior and after the
games
• Broadcast and other sporting
events will begin July 12, 2028
• Official Olympics dates: July 14,
2025 – July 30, 2028
• Paralympic dates: August 15,
2025-August 27, 2028
• Dependencies on finalized
LA28 security and
transportation plan
• Set-up of infrastructure
expected to begin January
2028, opportunity for Carson to
look at prior to the games and
after the games
•
• Funding and resource
availability to run for 30
days
• Duration: If not the entire
duration of the Olympics
and Paralympics Games,
will this be one large event,
or several small events?
• If one large event,
If before Olympics, prior
to 2028 or during 2028
If after Olympics, during
downtime before
Paralympic Games or
coinciding with
Paralympics
Partnerships Partnership with non-
venue cities
(Riverside, Santa
Barbara, San Diego)
• Carson goal to allow non-venue
cities to participate and be
highlighted in celebration
• Coordination with L.A.
County
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City of Carson
and the 2028
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Vision and
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Strategic
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Focus Area Options Considerations Questions/Next Steps
Brisbane • Carson goal is to be able to
host dignitaries from upcoming
host cities
• Coordination with City of
L.A. as host cities are
typically responsible for this
Countries with
Cultural Ties (Such
as Nigeria, Filipino,
Pacific Island
Houses)
• Carson’s goal is to host cultural
houses to highlight the rich
diversity within the City
• Security and transportation
plans
• Location availability for
hosting multiple houses
• Funding availability
Negotiated contracts
with National Olympic
Committees will need to
be established as this
may come with costs to
Carson (i.e., Culver City-
New Zealand, Long
Beach- Greece House)
Monitor Long Beach and
Santa Monica for
potential LOIs for insight
into cost agreements
Vendors Vendors will be
invited to sell goods
or provide services
during Celebration
Window
• Resources to process higher
than normal business permits
• Selection process
• County capacity
• Scheduling
• Internal processes to do
expedited permitting
• Economic Development
Opportunity: Involvement of
other jurisdictions to
showcase notable brands
Volunteers Desire for automated
application process,
limited manual
• Resources to process higher
than normal application volume
• Carson’s goal is to launch portal
by end of 2025
• If there is an online
application process, does
Carson want to
prioritize/limit to
Carson/local volunteers
• Feasibility to leverage
existing system for
community services
registration, ActiveNet
Media Thunder Studios • Local media company
interested in partnering with
City of Carson to produce
content related to celebration
• Contracting
• Budget
“Live Look-in” • Discussions with LA28 to
decide “Live Look-in" sites
during the Games
• Coordination with LA28
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City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
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3.3 Key Success Factors
The City of Carson should consider the following success factors, which focus on managing the complexity of delivering such a high-profile and multifaceted project:
Comprehensive Project
Governance
Establishing a clear governance structure with defined roles, responsibilities, and decision-making authority. This includes regular reporting, accountability mechanisms, and stakeholder oversight to ensure alignment with strategic objectives.
Integrated Cross-
Agency Collaboration
and Relationships
Facilitating ongoing collaboration between multiple governmental agencies, LA28, County of Los Angeles, etc. Integrated communication systems and joint task forces help ensure that all parties remain coordinated and responsive to evolving needs. Ensure clarity of each agency’s “swim lane” and hold each other accountable to remaining within their scope of responsibility.
Build strong relationships at all levels to work together to resolve complex issues.
Robust
Risk Management
Developing a proactive risk management framework to identify potential challenges early, including budget overruns. Continuous risk assessments and contingency planning are essential for managing unforeseen complications.
Strong Project
Management
Creating a centralized project schedule that harmonizes timelines across venues, and operational needs. This should include meticulous resource allocation to avoid bottlenecks and ensure that critical phases stay on track. A coordinated approach requires strong, ongoing and open communication between the City departments as well as with external stakeholders and partners to ensure all parties are aligned.
Effective Financial
Management and
Oversight
Implementing a transparent financial control system to track expenditures, manage budgets, and prevent cost overruns. Regular financial audits and reporting will help maintain fiscal responsibility while ensuring timely allocation of funds.
Adaptive Change
Management
Anticipating and managing changes in scope, regulations, and external factors through a flexible change management process. Engaging stakeholders early and continuously updating them ensures the project can adapt while staying aligned with overall objectives.
Ensuring that procurement strategies focus on sustainability and efficiency, from hiring vendors to managing contracts. Establish clear criteria for vendor selection, performance monitoring, and compliance with environmental and legal standards.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 18 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
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Sustainable
Procurement and
Vendor Management
4 Strategic Roadmap
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 20 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
4 Strategic Roadmap
The Strategic Roadmap outlined in this section comprises four phases: Foundation, Operational Planning, Testing and Delivery, and Dissolution. These phases are defined below, along with prerequisites for the outset of each phase, and a list of the major deliverables.
Phase and
Timeline Prerequisites Scope Key Deliverables
Foundation
Nov 2025 –
March 2026
• Signed Games
Agreement with LA28
• Venues and Sports
confirmed by LA28
• Preliminary list of
Municipal Services
(preparatory work for
(*Normal and Customary
Services Plan) that may
be required by LA28
created by the City of
Carson
This phase allows the
City of Carson to set its
vision and initial
planning as a venue site
for the 2028 Games.
During this phase, the
Foundation Plan is
developed. This plan
includes, but is not
limited to, the City’s
vision, governance
structure, policies, and
processes to help guide
the project, as well as
initial cost and staffing
estimates and major
milestones.
• Strategic Plan
• Games tracking documents
operational
• GANTT charts
• Stage 1 review and approval of
Legacy-Building Programs
• Draft Funding Plan
Operational
Planning
April 2026 –
March 2027
• Key external operational
plans (Organizing
Committee for the
Olympic Games
(OCOG), National
Special Security Event
(NSSE), Transportation)
in development
This phase involves
more detailed planning
at the City departmental
level. It will move the
City towards a state of
readiness that will allow
it to deliver on its
Olympic and Paralympic
Games responsibilities.
• Function operating plans
• Detailed 18-24-month staffing
plan
• Municipal service agreements
• Transportation planning (e.g.
Olympic/Paralympic Route
Network)
Foundation
Operational Planning
Testing and Delivery
Dissolution
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 21 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Phase and
Timeline Prerequisites Scope Key Deliverables
• Strategic issues from
situational analysis
resolved or actively
managed
• Review of Foundation
phase - progress and
plan to adjust timelines if
necessary
• Planning for security and other
government services
• Confirmation of Carson
Legacy-Building Program with
funding in place
Testing and
Delivery
April 2027 –
August 2028
• Operational plans by
City department
• Legacy programs roll out
• *Enhanced City
Resources Master
Agreement signed with
LA28
• Community outreach
plan e.g., Volunteer
recruitment agreed with
LA28
• Games-time delivery
model developed.
This phase involves the
testing of operations
and communications
through Games
readiness exercises,
Test Events, and other
events linked to the
Olympic and Paralympic
Games. It allows the
City to fine tune its
operations in concert
with LA28, leading to
the transition and
staging of the Games
and related events.
• Carson Sports Park operating
interface plans agreed
• Monitoring of key indicators
• Monitor readiness of venues
• Participating in Games-wide
readiness exercises
• Test events and 2028 Games
• Legacy-Building Program
Dissolution
Sept 2028 – June
2029
• Signed Venue Services
Agreement LA28/AEG
• Development of a
Dissolution Plan – the
Plan should identify the
items to be addressed
for each dissolution
activity and clearly
indicate who is
responsible for
managing each task.
• Yearly department
reports from 2025-2027
This phase focuses on
the winding down of the
structures and
processes created to
fulfil the City’s
obligations relating to
the Olympic and
Paralympic Games. It
includes the settlement
of financial, legal and
insurance issues, return
of loaned assets, and
the disposition of any
surplus sport
equipment. This phase
also includes the
development of any
required reports and the
transfer or retention of
records and Games
memorabilia.
• Decommissioning city operated
sites
• Disposal of assets
• Contract closures
• Legal proceedings
• Financial reconciliation
• Final reports
• Transfer of records
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 22 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
4.1 Foundation Planning Phase
The Foundation Phase covers activities into early 2026 and focuses on developing an operating model for how the City of Carson will plan and execute its role in the Games.
The Situational Analysis focuses on elements that may create challenges in need of mitigation to successfully achieve the City’s strategic objectives. It establishes good governance around the Games as a project and sets policies and processes around managing costs, human resources, and public affairs, among others from planning to dissolution following the Games themselves.
It is in this phase that the City of Carson will determine the framework and initiatives it wants to implement as part of a Legacy-Building Plan. Additionally, through engagement with LA28, the City of Carson will continue to gain an understanding of its obligations around the venues and sports that will be taking place in Carson.
4.1.1 Situational Analysis
The situational analysis details issues arising from an initial review of documents, discussions with City staff and any follow-up undertaken by KPMG. The purpose was to identify challenges and develop recommendations and next steps.
The process of gathering the situational analysis consisted of meetings, discussions, and document reviews. The recommendations and comments are based on an understanding and experience with planning for the hosting of the Olympic and Paralympic Games and other major multi-sport Games.
Prior to the meetings, KPMG reviewed the draft Games Agreement with LA28, and other documentation provided by the City of Carson. The review of the Games Agreement (GA) allowed KPMG to cross-reference sections of the GA with City departments that might be impacted.
Bi-Weekly Status Meetings
KPMG and Carson’s dedicated core team participated in bi-weekly status meetings to discuss updates from the City’s core team: Office of City Manager, Community Services, Public Safety and Emergency Management Services, Finance, Transportation, and Public Works. These meetings included general updates from representatives, and coordination efforts with external and regional partners, LA28, Metro, SCAG, Los Angeles County, and CSUH.
Workshops
In-person meetings took place from July 21-22, 2025 between City of Carson departmental staff and KPMG.
The departments/areas involved were as follows:
External Meetings
Executive Team
Office of the City Manager
LA28 Ad Hoc Committee
Community Services
Public Works
Public Safety and Emergency Management Services
Finance
Human Resources
Transportation
City Engineer
Risk Management
City Attorney
Information and Technology
Innovation & Sustainability
Public Information Office
Community and Economic Development
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 23 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
• A meeting was held with senior staff from Dignity Health Sports Park (DHSP), and a venue tour was also hosted by DHSP on July 23, 2025.
• Met with County of Los Angeles Recreation and Parks Department to discuss coordination for celebration planning on August 18, 2025
• Meeting with LA28 and City of Carson to discuss human rights compliance and safeguards for the 2028 Games
• Initial meetings with County of Los Angeles CEO’s office on September 3, 2025 • Introductory meeting with CSUDH on October 7, 2025, and a follow-up meeting on October 23, 2025 to discuss coordination plan for the 2028 games as well as an introduction to coordinate normal and customary cost estimates
• Introductory meeting with the City of Los Angeles Mayor’s Office of Intergovernmental Affairs on October 7, 2025, to discuss opportunities for collaboration and cooperation with regards to the 2028 Games • Meeting with CSUDH College of Business Administration and Public Policy on October 15, 2025, to discuss opportunities for students with regards to the 2028 Games • Onsite walk-through at Dignity Health Sports Park with facility staff, law enforcement personnel, federal partners, and LA28 on October 16, 2025
• Meeting with L.A. Metro on October 22, 2025, to discuss the kit of parts for first and last mile planning around the Games footprint
• LA28 Convening on Live Sites and Fan Zones on October 30, 2025, hosted by L.A. County in conjunction with LA28
• Meeting with City of Long Beach staff on November 12, 2025, to discuss opportunities for cooperation and collaboration with regards to the 2028 Games
• Meeting at LA28 Headquarters for LA28 Local Leaders Staff Working Group and LA28 Games Summit on November 13, 2025
• Site visit at Dignity Health Sports Park with facility staff, LA28, and City staff to discuss operational planning • Meeting with L.A. County Chief Executive Office to discuss normal & customary services on November 19, 2025
• Meeting on December 3, 2025, to discuss transportation and circulation for the Games with LA28, Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department, CSUDH, FBI, and Secret Service • Meeting with Secret Service on December 12, 2025, to discuss the City of Carson proposed live site for the 2028 Games on Avalon Blvd and the security parameters
Implementation recommendations or considerations
It is important to track such issues through a “Master Items List” and to identify the specific individual responsible for seeking resolution. Many of the items noted below are cross-referenced to recommendations within the Strategic Plan. See Foundation Phase, Governance structure section 4.1.2.
Item Recommendation
1 The City has identified a strong internal
organization to support the Games planning but
will need to formalize its approach throughout the
progress of the phases.
City of Carson to expand roles and responsibilities,
reporting, meeting, and agenda requirements. See
Foundation Phase, Governance structure section 4.1.2
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 24 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Item Recommendation
2 The City must draft specific Olympic/Paralympic
financial (including types of Olympic costs), HR,
and other key policies.
See Foundation Phase, Section Policies and
Processes section 4.1.3
3 Coordination with external planning groups
supported by LA28 (Security Co-op,
Transportation Mobility, etc.) is essential. These
two plans are critical and will impact on other
operating plans.
Set up a reporting mechanism from City
representatives on these committees to the City of
Carson Project Coordination Team. Input timelines
from the two planning groups into the Implementation
Schedule and Milestones section 4.5
4 The City will need to consider resourcing and
budget needs (staffing and funding) to ensure that
Departments are able to continue to carry out core
activities. The City’s goal of cost recovery must be
assessed in the context of the “Games footprint”
definition.
Document limitations of the “Games footprint” model.
Lobby aggressively – possibly in cooperation with Host
and Venue Cities – for funding from the State and
Federal governments to cover additional costs. Also,
see
8. 5 Coordination and communication within and
among City departments.
Maintain ongoing communication with departments
through the committee structures. Communicate key
relevant features of the Strategic Plan in a session with the committees and walk through milestones and
deliverables and explain the “4-Phases approach”.
6 Regional coordination and cooperation are a
standard practice for some key services in Carson
during a surge or increased need. Accessing
underused capacity and resources in areas not
hosting events may be a way to alleviate stress on
the capacity of the City of Carson
Investigate the possibility, identify which services might be available to support, and develop a plan
accordingly.
7 The City will need to carefully track any projects
that are scheduled for completion before the start
of the Games that could affect routes to and from
the Carson Sports Park and other
Olympic/Paralympic related facilities.
As part of the Foundation Plan section 4.1.4 “Strategic Review of Venues and Sports,” highlight any projects
close to 2028 venues and prioritize where possible.
8 Impacts and needs of residents living and
businesses operating within the designated
Games “footprint” of Carson Sports Park.
The City must consider the needs of such businesses
and residents during the planning phase and at
“Games-time.”
9 Live Sites and Celebration Sites A commitment to ensuring that all Carson residents and communities have access to Games-Times
celebrations, information and benefits.
10 Technology considerations The City should coordinate with LA28 and key partners to raise the issues of technology and related
infrastructure.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 25 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Item Recommendation
This includes key issues like Cybersecurity, innovation and use of applications, bandwidth, emergency
response and equipment.
These issues are likely to have cost and infrastructure implications and must be discussed and addressed
early in planning.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 26 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
4.1.2 Governance Structure
Within the City of Carson, City Council provides vision and policy goals for the Games, ensure that constituent concerns and ideas are relayed to the Executive Team, and serve as the final approver of contractual obligations and legal documents. To facilitate day-to-day planning and preparation for the Games, the City has established a three-tier approach to supporting the operations and planning needs of the games. This approach is visualized in the graphic below.
See Committee Chart for tier 2 and tier 3 representation by department and sub-department in section 9.3.
Implementation recommendations or considerations
The tiered model is a workable structure for managing the work required during the initial Foundation Phase.
An information plan should be developed that includes the centralization and management of key documents together with processes for access, authorization of changes and version control. (Also see 4.1.3.5 Policies and Processes – Change Management).
Key documents would include but are not limited to:
• Structure and roles and responsibilities
• Key agreements and responsibilities
• Implementation schedule and milestones
• Reports – external and internal
• Major Items List
• Games Assumptions Register
The content and complexity of information will grow exponentially over the next four years, and it is important that it is well-planned, maintained, and updated from the start.
Carson Executive Leadership Team
Roles Responsibilities
• Ensures that the City of
Carson and LA28 fulfil their
respective responsibilities as
contained in the Games
Agreement (GA) and any
future agreements.
• Guides the City of Carson’s strategic vision and directs strategic communications
• Resolves major issues beyond the capacity of the Project Coordination Team.
• Develop agendas, an action list and records minutes.
Carson Steering Committee
Tier 1
Tier 2
Tier 3
Executive Leadership
Team
Carson Subcommittees
External Advisory
Committee
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 27 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Carson Executive Leadership Team
• Directs Stakeholder
relationships and engagement
(including but not limited to
LA28, LA Metro, LA County,
AEG, Cal State Dominguez
Hills, Carson residents and
businesses).
• Ensure that the Legacy
planned by the City of Carson
is delivered.
Carson Steering Committee
Roles Responsibilities
• Plans and coordinates the
internal and external
stakeholder engagement to
ensure successful Games
planning and long-lasting
community benefits.
• Overall responsibility for the planning, hosting, and coordination of services required by the 2028 Games in the City of Carson. • Ensure that planned actions align with the Games Agreement and provides regular status reports to the Carson Executive Leadership group.
• Ensure open communication
between all groups in both
directions.
• Develop agendas, an action list and record minutes.
• Undertake projects and tasks delegated by the Carson Executive Leadership Team.
• Risk management and
financial oversight.
• Resolves major issues (Major Issues List) beyond the capacity of the Steering Committee.
• Ensures that all Legacy-Building Projects and other key projects have a manager/coordinator responsible for the undertaking.
• Ensuring that the Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) with the required skillsets are represented on the appropriate committees and/or ad-hoc committees based on tasks and deliverables.
• Identify and track the involvement, issues arising,
• and information relevant to the City of Carson by liaising and/or participating in external planning groups; external groups will generally be led or formed by LA28 but may include others.
• Develops reporting formats and a “Dashboard,” if needed, and maintains the Games Assumptions Register through validation of changes.
• Ensures policies and processes are drafted, reviewed, and approved. • Responsible for the Change Management process.
• Proactively manages “scope-creep” and conducts “phase” and “prerequisite” reviews.
• Identify the operational
challenges and issues inherent
in the City of Carson as a
Venue City hosting the 2028
Games and propose cost-
effective solutions.
• Ensure that proposed solutions/planned actions are aligned with the GA.
• Works across all impacted departments.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 28 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Carson Steering Committee
• To ensure that solutions
identify all department
interdependencies and the
process by which they will all
work cooperatively to deliver
the solutions.
• Undertake additional projects and tasks delegated by the Carson Project Coordination Team.
• Develop agendas and an action list and record minutes. • Provides regular status reports to the Project Coordination Team. • Escalate any issues beyond the capacity of the Steering Committee to the Project Coordination Team
• Creates “ad-hoc committees” as required and identify any staff not included on the Steering Committee who may be required. In addition, to identify:
The issue
Limitations
The deliverable
The lead department that will be responsible for coordinating meetings, setting agendas and keeping minutes.
• Target date for a solution to be provided to the Steering Committee.
Carson Subcommittees
Roles Responsibilities
• To undertake work delegated by
the Steering Committee
• Ensure that proposed solutions/planned actions are aligned with the Game’s Agreement.
• Provides regular status reports to the Steering Committee. • Identify issues beyond the capacity of the “Ad-hoc” committee to resolve.
Additional Considerations Around Governance
Future Structures
• The governance structure may evolve as needs change and should be reviewed before the operational planning and other future phases.
• Changes are likely to lead to a flatter structure with greater levels of authority delegated down while still following a pre-set framework.
Key Agreements
• Agreements will play a key role in driving the planning and delivery of services for the 2028 Games. In addition, agreements will also detail key dates, reporting requirements, and other obligations. • Many agreements will identify obligations across several departments. It is important that the Executive Leadership Team communicates to departments their obligations and helps resolve any challenges in coordination. It is also important for each agreement to be assigned an overall owner who is responsible for ensuring that the City of Carson and the other contracting parties fulfill their obligations. • See Section 8.5 Chart of LA28 Games Agreement
Reporting
Taking a simpler approach to reporting, particularly in the initial Foundation Phase, is advised.
Flow
• Reports from the Ad hoc Working Groups go to the Steering Committee and the Project Coordination Team • Reports from the Steering Committee go to the Project Coordination Team
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 29 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Additional Considerations Around Governance
• Reports from the Project Coordination Team go to the Executive Leadership Team.
Standard Content
• Agenda
• Minutes and decisions
• Progress on assigned scope
• Unresolved issues and next steps (i.e., to be solved by the group or escalation, if required) • General questions and ideas
• Next meeting
Major Items List
A Major Items List should be developed with the initial content generated partially from the Situational Analysis – Foundation Phase @ section 4.1.1. It should be limited to items escalated to the level of the Executive Leadership Team and should record the following:
• Description of the item
• Date escalated to the Executive Leadership Team
• Internal and external groups impacted
• Person (not group) responsible for resolution
• Status
Games and Venue Register
The 2028 Games and Venue Register (Section 9.7) is a common source of accurate and validated information for the 2028 Games, along with working assumptions where needed.
It is extremely important that additions and changes are accurate and flow through one group or one individual. (See Policies and Processes, Change Management Section 4.1.3.5).
Some of the information may be reflected in other documents, such as the Implementation Schedule and Milestones. However, the Games and Venue Register should not be a replication of the Implementation Schedule.
Below is an example of the information that is generally included in the Games and Venue Register by venue:
• Location
• Contact information
• Purpose, hosted sport or non-competition
• Estimated attendance
• Operational dates and event dates
• Non-exclusive & exclusive use dates for LA28
For each entry, the source of the information, the date it was entered into the Games Assumptions Register, and who authorized the addition or change should be noted.
Staffing
Staffing considerations are outlined in detail in @ section 8.1.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 30 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
4.1.3 Policies and Processes
There is a requirement for certain policies and processes to be adopted within the context of the 2028 Games.
Some of these should be drafted and approved during the Foundation Phase while others may be implemented in later phases.
4.1.3.1 Finance Recommendations
Costs of the Olympic and Paralympic Games are broken into two categories: capital or operating expenses.
These categories can also be segmented into:
Controllable costs Nondiscretionary costs
The City maintains substantial control over the
provision of these services and levels of services
Spending that refers to the portion of the City's budget spending that is legally or contractually required, and the City generally has limited or no flexibility to unilaterally mitigate any unplanned costs in the short run.
Summary
Segment Type Description
Operating
or Capital Main Funder
Foundation
Operational
Testing
Delivery
Dissolution
1 Non-
discretionary
Municipal
services
Operating LA28
2 Non-
discretionary
Municipal
services
Operating City of Carson
3 Controllable Program Costs Operating City of Carson
4 Controllable Planning and
Admin
Operating City of Carson
Detail
Segment Type Description Operating or Capital Primary Funder 1 Non-discretionary Municipal services Operating LA28
NOTES: LA28 sets service level. City of Carson covers “customary” (e.g., baseline) levels.
Applicable Phases
• Testing (Test Events, if requested)
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 31 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Segment Type Description Operating or Capital Primary Funder 1 Non-discretionary Municipal services Operating LA28
• Delivery
Summary
Costs included in this category are referenced in the Games Agreement @ section 7 “Delivery of City Resources” between the City of Carson and LA28. The contract requires the City of Carson to provide, at its own expense, public services within each Games Footprint (defined in the Games Agreement with LA28 in section
9.5) at the level and range that would be customarily provided by the City during that time. These baseline public services include but are not limited to police, fire, transportation, public works, and building and safety and covered by the City of Carson.
Section 7 outlines a process by which LA28 will identify required enhanced public services over and above the customary or baseline service level that the City of Carson will also need to provide. LA28 will reimburse the cost of these incremental service levels only.
Key considerations:
1. Understand and clearly identify each Games Footprint
2. Identify and cost the agreed level of “customary” or baseline public services
3. Provide the “enhanced” level of service within the Games Footprint but only up to the agreed contract level
4. Some “enhanced” costs may be funded by agencies other than LA28 e.g., policing costs as part of the NSSE designation
5. Ensure any additional requests from LA28 or other agencies for changes in “enhanced” public services are documented and approved by both parties
6. Retain all documentation until all invoices have been paid by LA28 Note 1: There is no reference to Test Events in section 7 of the Games Agreement – see Major Items List @ section 9.6.
Segment Type Description Operating or Capital Primary Funder 2 Non-discretionary Municipal services Operating City of Carson NOTES: City of Carson sets service level
Applicable Phases
• Testing (Test Events depending on the size and complexity of each event) • Delivery
Summary
This segment covers costs that the City of Carson will be required to provide external to each Games Footprint.
Such costs are likely to be greater than “customary” costs incurred for servicing certain areas of the city on account of the added number of non-resident spectators attending 2028 events and Carson residents being drawn to celebration sites, etc.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 32 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Segment Type Description Operating or Capital Primary Funder Other cost drivers include the sport schedule (which will impact peak numbers), as well as other activities planned for the City of Carson. Costs will also be impacted by the service level mandated by the NSSE designation which will almost certainly extend beyond each “Games Footprint.” When deciding what may or may not be captured as an “Olympic/Paralympic” cost Carson will need to decide whether to account for incremental charges over “normal” or “customary” costs or account for the total costs incurred.
Segment Type Description Operating or Capital Primary Funder 3 Controllable Direct Program Costs Operating City of Carson NOTES: This segment includes programs organized and delivered by the City of Carson within the city in support of City policies and objectives.
City of Carson may also participate in a shared cost arrangement with LA28 to help deliver some programs, such as a Celebration Site.
Applicable Phases
• Operational Planning (examples: milestone events, dignitary visits) • Testing (examples: milestone events, dignitary visits, economic and community development, legacy programs) • Delivery
Summary
This segment covers a wide array of possible initiatives, such as participation in milestone LA28 events hosted in the City of Carson (e.g., Countdown), visitors programs leading up to and during the Games, acknowledgments to dignitaries (IOC, IPC, Ifs, etc.) making pre-Games visits, hospitality programs during the Games, Celebration Site(s), legacy programming, economic and community development initiatives, and many other possibilities. Because of the number of possible initiatives, it is advisable to account for sub-segments.
Segment Type Description Operating or Capital Primary Funder 4 Controllable Planning,
Coordination, and
Administration
Operating City of Carson
NOTES: Administrative and planning costs
Applicable Phases
• Foundation
• Operational Planning
• Testing
• Delivery
• Dissolution
Summary
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 33 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Segment Type Description Operating or Capital Primary Funder This segment is the cost of supporting the planning, coordination and administration that must be undertaken by the City of Carson to deliver services and programming listed in segments 1, 2, and 3. The actual allocation of staff costs is covered separately under “Future Considerations” below.
Segment Type Description Operating or Capital Primary Funder 5 Controllable Project Costs Capital City of Carson
Applicable Phases
Not applicable, as a decision has already been made regarding costs applicable to City of Carson Capital Improvement projects
Summary
Such costs are not anticipated at this time as the cost of such projects that are required by the “Olympics/Paralympics” should be funded by LA28.
4.1.3.2 Human Resource Recommendations
There is a need for Human Resources to start to develop policies and processes during the Foundation phase.
The following will emerge over the next 12 months. Some of these issues overlap and this will add to the complexity (e.g., vacation policy vs. staff as Games volunteers).
Category Considerations
Labor Contract
Negotiations
Timing in relation to Games-time and either side of it
Vacation Impact of vacations being requested during Games-time (can vary across departments) and possibility of negotiating excluded periods for certain positions Staff Managed Games-
Time Programs
Line between staff being paid to manage certain Games-time programs (e.g., Celebrations Sites), vs. staff volunteering at the same sites on their own time Staff as Games
Volunteers
Games volunteers can be LA28 volunteers or City of Carson volunteers assigned to City of Carson initiatives or programs. Will staff be required to take vacation or unpaid time to volunteer for the Games, or could the City of Carson offer, for example, a 50/50 split up to an agreed number of hours? Temporary
Reassignment of Staff
Staff being moved temporarily between departments to manage peak Games-time activity as it arises
Secondments Possibility of LA28 requesting City of Carson staff as secondments Retired Employees If additional staff are required, are recently retired staff a possible source to increase capacity?
4.1.3.3 Public Affairs
There is a need for Public Affairs to develop policies and processes during the Foundation phase.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 34 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Category Considerations
Relationship with LA28 LA28 should be forming a Communications group if it has not already. The group should include, at a minimum, Host City, Venue Cities, LA County, LA Metro and the State.
Understanding and agreeing on the “swim-lanes” and a mechanism for distributing position statements and messaging are just two of the priority issues.
Internal Structures Ensure that there are strong internal channels in place to collect and communicate information.
Structures through the
Phases
Anticipate the change in organizational structures through the different phases (Operational Planning, Testing, Delivery, Dissolution) and ensure that Public Affairs change its own internal structure, if needed.
Scenario Planning Start logging possible scenarios that may have to be addressed over the next four years and possible responses from the City of Carson. Some scenarios may be generated from the Venues and Sports Strategic Review.
4.1.3.4 Change Management
There are four specific tasks in this area:
Task Application Authorization
Recording &
Retention Other Notes
Establish
Baseline
Set
Olympic/Paralympic
cost options by
segment see 4.1.3.2
TBD TBD A copy of the baseline
document or summary
should be “frozen” and
retained as part of a
Finance Change Log.
Committee formation
and membership @
section 9.3
TBD TBD A copy of the baseline
document should be
“frozen” and retained as
part of a Committee
Change Log.
Recording the
changes and
maintaining the
records
Determining
authority to
authorize
changes
Establishing
the baseline
Defining the
applications
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 35 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Task Application Authorization
Recording &
Retention Other Notes
Major Items List @
section 9.6
TBD TBD Any major items that
escalate to the
Executive Leadership
Team should never be
deleted. They should be
carried in either a
Pending Log or a
Resolved log.
Games and Venue
Register @section 9.7
TBD TBD A copy of the baseline
document should be
“frozen” and retained as
part of the Games
Assumptions Register
Change Log.
Schedule &
Milestones @ section
9.9 TBD TBD A copy of the baseline
document should be
“frozen” and retained as
part of the Schedules
and Milestones Change
Log.
4.2 Operational Planning Phase
If the Foundation Phase is about setting the business context around the project, the Operational Planning Phase is about developing the roadmap and plans to deliver what the City has committed to:
• Municipal services required to support venues and sports in Carson as part of the LA28 sport program • Municipal services required to support other Games-related activities, movement of Games client groups (e.g., spectators, public) transiting through the community to attend the Games, and official Games live sites • Programs and support services for delivering any additional initiatives the City has chosen to accomplish its strategic objectives
• Community outreach and public affairs around the City’s involvement in the Games Key activities taking place from April 2026 to March 2027 Category Activity Description
Prerequisites for this Phase
Signed Enhanced City Resources
Master Agreement & Venue
Services Agreements (Collectively:
Municipal Service Agreements)
• Clarity is needed as to what municipal services are required by LA28 in support of the Games.
• This would include service levels, expectations of impacts to public spaces, exclusive- and non-exclusive use periods, remediation of areas taken over by LA28, etc.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 36 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Key activities taking place from April 2026 to March 2027 • If these agreements, collectively referred to as municipal service agreements for ease of reference, are not signed, they need to be in advanced stages of negotiation/detail to inform the drafting of the City of Carson Operating Plans.
Venues in addition to Carson
Sports Park
• Like the municipal service agreements, where the services will be provided, including the Games-time footprint of existing venues, the footprint of temporary venues, and the changes to normal processes at existing venues all feed into operating plans.
Municipal Services Defined • The City needs to have a clear understanding of which municipal services it needs to write operational plans for and the service level that departments are being commissioned to provide.
Operational Details/Plans from
External Agencies
• In several cases, key operational information is required from other agencies external to the City of Carson to inform the City’s operating plans. External agencies could include public and private entities in functional areas, such as:
Transportation
Security & law enforcement
Emergency management
Clear Strategic Direction • Clear strategic direction is needed on any additional initiative, program, or project chosen by the City to achieve its strategic objectives and vision for the Games.
• This would include any project tagged with the Olympic or Paralympic label under the umbrella of City delivery.
Review of Progress/Status of
Foundation Phase
• While the end date does not change, timelines in Games planning can be fluid as new information becomes available or details change, given the complex interactions with multiple agencies.
Key Activities of Operational Planning Phase
Develop Operating Plan Template • Develop a standard template to be used by all City functional departments that clearly lays out the following elements:
1. Program Scope of Work and Key Assumptions
2. Constraints and Limitations
3. Target Audiences
4. Description of Legacy / Benefits
5. Sustainability, and Inclusiveness
6. Key performance indicators (metrics) / Success criteria
7. Budget by line detail
a. Cash costs
b. Value (services) In-Kind
8. Risk assessment and mitigation strategy
9. Delivery model/Execution strategy
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 37 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Key activities taking place from April 2026 to March 2027 a. Contractors
b. City Staff (Number and hours)
c. Public Institutions/Non-Profits
10. Tasks and milestones
a. Operational Plan approval
b. Operational plan implementation schedule
11. Interdependencies
a. Internal
b. External
12. Policies and Procedures required
Complete Versions 1 and 2 of
Operating Plans
• Draft initial concept of operations for each department with Games- related responsibilities (version 1)
• Refine and update into a second version of operating plans as planning advances and more information becomes available or decisions are made
• It is helpful to have this managed as a central process to ensure planning is consistent across City departments and to better identify interdependencies and potential gaps or overlaps.
• Conducting two phases of planning (version 1 and version 2) allows all departments to participate, even if some are more advanced in planning than others. In the version 1 operating plans, departments might use more planning assumptions. In the version 2 operating plans, these assumptions should be confirmed or adjusted to reflect up-to-date information.
Conduct Community Outreach • Community outreach in the operational planning phase might take several forms (see @ section 5 Stakeholder Engagement):
Communicating Carson involvement in the 2028 Games
Providing information on operational impacts in the lead-up to and during the events taking place in the community
Engaging the population to participate in Games-related or legacy programs and initiatives
4.3 Testing and Delivery Phases
As operational planning matures, focus turns to ensure plans, procedures, and people are ready for Games-time delivery. This leads to a Testing and Delivery Phase.
Key activities taking place from April 2027 to August 2028 Category Activity Description
Prerequisites
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 38 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Key activities taking place from April 2027 to August 2028 Category Activity Description
Operations Plan Version 2 • Plans need to be in an advanced state before the Testing Phase to test their effectiveness
External Agency Operational
Plans
• Similarly, planning of agencies that have dependencies with City departments needs to be at an advanced state to learn the most from exercises.
Review of Progress/Status of
Operational Planning Phase
• While plans need to be advanced, the reality is they will be constantly changing and adjusting as the agencies move into more detailed integrated operations and pressure points or gaps are found. • City departments need to review their own status and be clear on what information is outstanding, where planning might be behind, and identify the risks and considerations these create in the Testing and Delivery Phase.
Testing Phase: April 2027 to April 2028
City Exercises • The City needs to practice their own operations to validate and confirm that the plans they have drafted are feasible and will be effective for delivering required services.
• This practice should be done at the department level followed by cross-functional exercises, either by site or by topic, if the services being provided apply to the entire Carson footprint.
• Exercises can take several forms and should progress from the simplest to the more complex:
Walkthroughs: teams talk through their plans, often looking at CADs or maps of where their services need to take place. This could include reviewing where resources will be stationed. Tabletops: discussion-based exercises around key scenarios to practice in-the-moment information flow, decision-making and contingency plans
Simulations: this might be done in very specific instances where teams want to practice response using actual equipment/devices in real-time but still in a safe environment.
Games-wide Exercises: LA28 • LA28 will have its own Readiness Program that includes function- and venue-based exercises like the ones described above. • Once plans are at a certain level of maturity, LA28 will invite interested parties to participate in joint exercises. This allows all parties to practice not only their own response, but the interconnectedness and integration of their response with other agencies within the Games theatre.
• Games-wide exercises are typically held as:
Tabletops: cross-functional and inter-agency scenario-based discussions on specific themes (e.g., safety and security, transportation, venue operations)
Simulations: one or two sessions, often multi-day exercises with complex scenarios and participants reacting in real-time and
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 39 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Key activities taking place from April 2027 to August 2028 Category Activity Description
walking through actual responses (e.g., coordinate with colleagues, write briefing notes, account for shift changes, call press conferences) but still in a simulated environment Games-wide Exercises: Safety &
Security
• These are like the LA28 Games-wide exercises, but LA28 will focus more on Games operations, security and/or safety (emergency management) agencies and will hold tabletops and simulations that focus on safety and security scenarios.
• Security and law enforcement agencies might also hold full-scale exercises – real-time exercises where they physically deploy resources (e.g., SWAT teams) and use real equipment and telecommunications to practice tactical response.
Test Events • Test events are real sport events, often world championships or Olympic/Paralympic qualifiers, that are run by LA28 in the actual venue as a test of venue operations (e.g., transport, technology, broadcast, venue team structure).
• They are also used for homologation, which is the official acceptance of a field of play in the Games-time venue by the international federation that governs the sport.
Delivery Phase: May 2028 to August 2028
Finalize Municipal Service
Agreements
• This is the final opportunity to agree to and contract municipal services that will be delivered at Games-time.
Revise Operating Plans • The final version of operating plans is created based on the signed municipal service agreements and lessons learned from the exercises.
• The City moves from writing the operating plans to delivering the services and adjusting operations in response to any changing circumstances.
Transition Completed from
Function-Based Plans to
Integrated Venue or Site-Based
Plans
• In much of the planning, it is typical to work in function-based (i.e., departmental) terms. By Games-time, any department involved in venue or site operations will have transitioned to working as part of a venue or site team, bringing with them policies, procedures and service levels developed within their functional areas to ensure that all venues/sites have consistently applied operations.
• The exception is any department that is required to provide services that are not site-specific or that connect sites (i.e., do not operate within a specific venue/site). They continue to operate as a function or department across the entire Carson Games footprint.
Deliver Services for Sport Events
in Carson
• The City delivers Games-time planned services in Carson venues as agreed to in municipal service agreements with LA28.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 40 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Key activities taking place from April 2027 to August 2028 Category Activity Description
Deliver Services for Other 2028
Games Events
• The City delivers Games-time planned services in Carson locations or sites (e.g., live sites, other possible facilities) as agreed to in municipal service agreements with LA28.
Deliver City of Carson Initiatives
and Programs Related to Games
• The City delivers Games-time planned services for programs, projects, and initiatives led by the City, chosen to deliver on its strategic objectives and achieve its vision for the Games.
4.4 Dissolution Phase
The City of Carson has responsibility to ensure that the dissolution or close-out phase for the City’s role as a Venue City for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games is completed in a comprehensive manner.
The Dissolution Phase is important, yet it is often underestimated and, if not well planned for, can drag on unnecessarily.
Note: It is recommended that the City develop a Dissolution Plan to address the activities associated with the wrap up of the City’s 2028 Games functions. The plan should identify the items to be addressed for each of the dissolution tasks/activities and clearly indicate who is responsible for managing the dissolution activities Key activities taking place from end of Games in September 2028 to 2029 Category Activity Description
City Records and Archives
2028 Olympic and
Paralympic Games
Establish a Records and Archives team to be responsible for developing and implementing policies, procedures and strategies for information-handling, records management, and archiving related to the City’s role as a 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games Venue City.
Responsibilities include:
• The planning and organizing of an archive that safely and effectively preserves and provides appropriate access to the 2028 Olympic memorabilia, to be owned and controlled by the City of Carson • Defining a process to record and store electronic and printed Games- related information appropriately. This function will require the City’s Records and Archives team to work with various City departments and LA28.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 41 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Key activities taking place from end of Games in September 2028 to 2029 Decommissioning of 2028
Olympic and Paralympic
Games Venues
The 2028 Olympic and Paralympic sport events that will be held in the City of Carson will not take place at City-owned facilities, but rather at the Dignity Health Sports Park (Carson Sports Park). However, access to this venue will be via the City of Carson’s public streets.
Access to the Dignity Health Sports Park (Carson Sports Park) will be subject to the movement of heavy vehicle usage daily throughout the Games period to service the venue needs (food services, supplies, broadcast equipment) and temporary structures (e.g., temporary stands, food concessions, washrooms).
Hence, the wear and tear on City access roads, parking, and loading areas is potentially substantial.
It is recommended that the City has a video record of those areas prior to handover, as well as at the decommissioning stage.
This approach would be in the best interest of both the City and LA28, should there be a dispute about the extent of remedial costs.
Decommissioning of the
Urban Domain
The Look of the City, beyond the Games venues, includes citywide alignment with the LA28 “Look of the Games” (e.g., banners). The 2028 City overlay of Games-themed elements will need to be removed.
The timing for and the responsibility to carry out this work will need to be defined.
Distribution of 2028 Olympic
and Paralympic Games Sport
Equipment
LA28 will be providing sports equipment (e.g., rugby balls, field hockey balls, tennis balls,) and field of play equipment (e.g., field hockey goals, tennis court nets, course markers, artificial turf for the field hockey pitches) for the sports events that will take place at Dignity Health Sports Park (Carson Sports Park).
The distribution of this sports equipment post-Games provides an opportunity for the City to arrange with LA28 and Dignity Health Sports Park (Carson Sports Park) to have this equipment transferred to City of Carson sports and recreation organizations, schools, and colleges located in the City.
It is suggested that the City, in developing its Dissolution Plan, initiate discussions with LA28 and Dignity Health Sports Park (Carson Sports Park) to develop a plan to distribute this sports equipment, post-Games.
Financial Reconciliation and Settlements
LA28 The Games Agreement between the City and LA28 covers the reimbursement for the cost of fulfilling its responsibilities as a Venue City. These costs include:
• The Games Agreement provides for the reimbursement of City services that are required to support the 2028 Games. These reimbursable costs are defined as the “Enhanced City Resources” (e.g., above the level of services defined as “normal and customary”).
• The final determination of these costs, and the settlement of this account with LA28 will be a key close-out activity for the City of Carson.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 42 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Key activities taking place from end of Games in September 2028 to 2029 • The Games Agreement requires the City of Carson, as a provider of various modes of advertising, to provide LA28 with a priority option to acquire such space at an agreed price.
• The final settlement of this account with LA28 will be a key close-out activity for the City of Carson.
• The Venue Agreements between the City of Carson and LA28 provide for LA28 to reimburse the City for monthly baseline rent, monthly variable rent, and monthly variable service expenses for each City-owned venue used for the 2028 Games.
The final determination of these costs and the settlement of this account with LA28 will be a key close out activity for the City of Carson.
Note: For all costs eligible for reimbursement from LA28, it is recommended that the City establish with LA28 a system that would provide for interim or progress payments for each three categories noted above.
Other Costs The City will have incurred costs associated with its role as a 2028 Venue City, which are not recoverable under the provisions of the Games Agreement with LA28. These costs are discretionary and may include items such as City- sponsored “live” or “watch” sites, City enhancements to augment the LA28 Look of the Games across the urban domain (areas in the City that are outside of the Games venue footprints), and City-initiated or -sponsored celebrations and activities.
The final determination of these costs and the settlement of these accounts will be a key close-out activity for the City.
Legals and Insurance
Settlements
As often occurs with major events and celebrations, where the City has a principal role, they present the potential of legal action against the City.
Therefore, a significant close-out activity will be to confirm that all legal and related insurance claims are settled.
Return of Loaned or Leased
Assets
Given the scope and scale of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games and the sport events that will be held in Carson, there is the potential that the City may lease or acquire, on a loan basis, several assets to meet the requirements to provide for enhanced municipal services during the Games period.
A process to return these assets with the corresponding record for the conclusion of lease and loan agreements will need to be put in place.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 43 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Key activities taking place from end of Games in September 2028 to 2029 Recognition of 2028
Volunteers or Outstanding
Contributors
Many residents of Carson will likely have a role with the 2028 Games. They may be part of the LA28 volunteer workforce or participate in City-sponsored 2028 Games initiatives.
Regardless of which group they belong to, the City may wish to recognize important contributions those residents played in helping the Games be a success.
It is suggested that the Dissolution Plan consider an initiative to recognize the contribution of those residents.
Final Reports It is suggested that final reports on the City’s role as a 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games Venue City be prepared. Three reports are proposed:
• Report to City Council: a report which summarizes the City’s role and accomplishments as a 2028 Venue City, including a financial report • Report to LA28: a report to the LA28 Board of Directors, which summarizes the City’s role in fulfilling the obligations as a 2028 Venue City, as defined under the City-LA28 Games Agreement.
• Public Report: a public facing report that tells the story of the City’s role and achievements as a 2028 Venue City.
Notes:
• The compiling of the Reports will be facilitated if progress reports are produced by each of the City 2028 Committees (see Governance Section) every six months. The progress reports will provide a record of progress over the period leading up to the Games and provide documentation that will assist in preparing the final reports.
• As indicated under City Records and Archives 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the final reports will be enhanced by photographs and videos. Therefore, early coordination between the City Archives and the City’s Public Affairs is recommended.
• Given the scope of the task of preparing the Final Reports, it is important that the City plans to adequately staff this function, ideally prior to the end of the 2028 Games period.
5 Stakeholder
Engagement
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 45 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
5 Stakeholder Engagement
The City of Carson boasts a strong tradition of involving both community members and stakeholders, working in collaboration with nearby cities and engaging with its diverse populations across the city. The international scope of the Olympic and Paralympic Games demands heightened coordination and interaction with a broader range of local, regional, state, and worldwide stakeholders. Successfully hosting the Games requires effective management and communication with all parties to ensure they are well-informed and prepared to take necessary actions for a successful and safe event.
5.1 Stakeholders, Partners and Interested Parties
Stakeholder Group Interests
INTERNAL STAKEHOLDERS
Mayor’s Office Support strategic vision and amplification of Olympic and Paralympic goals and strategy
City Council Discussion and approval of Olympic and Paralympic plans and budgets Office of the City
Manager
Oversight and implementation responsibilities, governance of internal implementation steering committees
Citywide Steering
Committee
Representatives from varying departments tasked with key implementation or informational roles in preparation for, and during, the Games City Staff Department staff, not included in the steering committee but who will need to operationalize efforts or amplify information being provided by designated steering committee members
EXTERNAL/REGULATORY
LA28 LA28 serves as the Organizing Committee for the 2028 Games and is responsible for overall policy, decision-making and delivery regarding the Olympic and Paralympic Games. As noted in section 4, coordination with LA28 is key for a successful Games, and activities within the Games footprint occur under the authority and oversight of LA28 in coordination with the City of Carson.
California State
University Dominguez
Hills
Cal State University Dominguez Hills is a crucial partner, as it owns the land on which the Carson Sports Park site sits, as well as serves a crucial transportation hub for LA metro buses.
Dignity Health (Carson)
Sports Park
Dignity Health Sports park will serve as the central location for all City of Carson games events, Ongoing partnership and communication with the site management, AEG, is crucial to the overall success of the Games for the City LA Metro The Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation will lead planning, coordination, and operation for public transportation during the Games period.
LA County CEO As a contracted City, Carson contracts directly with the County of Los Angeles for many vital services including public safety and public health. While Carson may
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 46 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Stakeholder Group Interests
need to interact, and contract with, various County entities separately, the LA County CEOs office can serve as a supportive coordination body for ensuring alignment between the City and the County, as well as with other Venue Cities.
Regional Partners Regional coordination is familiar to the City of Carson when needing to supplement emergency services (e.g., supplementing resources to combat wildfires). A coordinated, regional approach may be needed to supplement coverage for Police and Safety staff, as well as emergency response during the Games period.
Out of State Law
Enforcement
May be needed to supplement City of Carson Celebration Site efforts to provide additional supplemental coverage during Games time.
National
Teams/International
Sports Federations
National Teams and International Sports Federations (IFs), particularly those with events being held in Carson, will be interested in visiting the City early and potentially creating an early base of operations for training and planning.
COMMUNITY
Community-Based
Organizations
Serve as key partners in areas of subject matter expertise; may be utilized to help support, organize, or amplify efforts
Businesses City businesses may face varying impact from the Games whether from infrastructure or access needs to support an influx of visitors to the region.
Volunteers Volunteers play a crucial role in the delivery of Olympic and Paralympic Games by supplementing capacity and human capital available to the Host or Venue Cities.
Any potential use and need for Carson volunteers must be aligned to discretionary event plans and are supplemental to those provided by LA28.
Residents Residents will look to the City to understand impact of the Games and how they might be able to participate and benefit from the Games.
5.2 Engagement Insights
Internal
Effective coordination and engagement with internal stakeholders are vital for the City's success. Beyond the milestones and activities outlined in section 4, it is crucial for City leadership, including the Mayor’s office and City Manager’s team, to remain aligned as plans and preparations evolve. The City Manager’s team plays an essential role by offering crucial insights and strategic guidance to the Citywide Steering Committee. A key priority for Carson should be guaranteeing that city staff outside the Citywide Steering Committee receive prompt and accurate information regarding planning and delivery. In addition to their regular duties, city staff are vital communicators, sharing information with broader partners and residents, and serving as essential escalation points throughout the planning and implementation phases. Members of the Citywide Steering Committee should ensure that wider constituencies within their departments receive relevant and timely updates.
External/Regulatory
As a Venue City, the City of Carson will need to leverage its relationships with Dignity Health Sports Park and California State Dominguez Hills to collaboratively host the 2028 Games.
As a contract City for LA County, Carson will also need to work hand in hand with the County to coordinate services. The City of Carson regularly engages with external or regulatory partners at the County, Regional and
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 47 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
State level. Crucial external partners during the planning and implementation period include LA28 and LA County, both serve as leaders in planning for a coordinated approach to the Games, Security, and Transportation. Since the City of Carson’s contracts with County for services, such as Law Enforcement, Fire, and Health Services. The City of Carson should continue to be a party to engagements with LA28, Metro, and the County to ensure alignment with planning and escalate any impacts.
Additional external stakeholders will include International Teams and Sports Federations who are likely to seek access and space in Carson in advance of the Games. Communication and visibility regarding these requests are crucial. The City will need to establish a formal protocol or office dedicated to managing these and other ongoing requests from visitors or dignitaries. These interactions present an early opportunity to promote Carson’s communities and businesses. Having a formal process or office in place will also enable Carson to document the Games' impact beyond the event itself.
Community Stakeholders
Engagement with community stakeholders is essential for sharing information and building trust and perception of long-term impacts and legacy of the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Residents will look to City leadership for information regarding opportunities to engage and understand the impact of the Games. Residents will need to understand the Games footprint and timing, impact to any essential services, and transportation and safety considerations. The City of Carson should consider its current messaging pathways including social media, websites, and texting to ensure that residents have necessary information along each stage of the planning and delivery process. Beyond information-sharing, the City of Carson should consider forums or surveys to assess the concerns and thoughts of residents during each key milestone.
City businesses are likely to need substantial support to plan for any potential Games impacts and maximize the opportunities for additional benefits. Businesses within the Games footprint, or who may be impacted by changes in access or transportation routes, should receive timely and regular communication to ensure that they can plan accordingly. Businesses along key transportation corridors would also benefit from targeted support to ensure that they can meet an influx of visitors, and potentially, a greater range of language needs.
Community-Based Organizations (CBOs) often serve as crucial stakeholders and partners to government. CBOs often serve as trusted organizations in communities and have access to a wide range of networks. Tapping CBOs as trusted messengers with key information may allow the City to supplement its reach, engage harder-to-reach communities, and utilize greater subject matter expertise in key areas. CBOs can also serve as potential partners in the development of legacy programming such as Arts and Culture and Youth Engagement. CBOs often have programmatic expertise and operational experience to develop and deploy programming.
Volunteers
Volunteers play a crucial role in the delivery of the Olympic and Paralympic Games, and LA28 will roll out a volunteer program for official Olympic and Paralympic events.
The City of Carson would benefit from developing a list of potential volunteers (beyond those who are part of the LA28 Volunteer Program) who may be interested in supplementing local needs and events. This volunteer list can also become a legacy document and support future Carson activities. It identifies community members eager and willing to engage. Volunteers can help run local events to ensure that Olympic and Paralympic activities reach beyond the Games area into the broader Carson communities. They can also supplement staffing gaps by providing additional manpower in crowd control or helping to reorient City visitors.
The volume and scale of volunteers needed will depend on City decisions regarding supplemental events and efforts and The City may also seek to align its
economic and youth development
goals with its volunteer needs by
creating youth jobs to supplement
areas where volunteers are likely to
be needed. This may align with
existing City priorities and strategies
to develop internship opportunities
through programs like the Carson
Public Service Corps.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 48 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
management of a volunteer program should be aligned with that decision-making. The City may want to consider the following approaches to volunteer management:
1. Identify a City department or team to identify and manage volunteers – this ensures the City can deploy volunteers where needed but does have potential impacts on staffing and resources.
2. Encourage Council Offices and CBOs in developing and deploying volunteers on an as-needed basis for local (non-City) activities. This may increase the need for coordination to ensure that volunteers understand the Games plan and can provide residents and visitors with accurate and timely information.
3. Partner with a Community Based Organization to oversee, manage, and train volunteers. Many CBOs rely on volunteer structures to support their operating needs and may have the necessary infrastructure and experience to ensure a positive and coordinated experience.
As the City defines its own discretionary events beyond the Games, it should consider the need for volunteers.
The City should tap existing interest coming off the Paris 2024 Games and send a communication that acknowledges future opportunities for volunteerism. This communication can clarify the mechanism for “official” volunteer opportunities with LA28 and collect insights and information from individuals willing to volunteer in local opportunities. Having this information creates pathways for communication with residents and potential volunteers and helps the City size up interest in such opportunities as it determines the scale of programming and expertise available.
5.3 Stakeholder Communications Plan
Engagement objectives for a stakeholder communications plan are:
Inform
To provide stakeholders with balanced and objective information to assist them in understanding the problem, alternatives, opportunities, and/or solution Consult
To obtain stakeholder feedback on analysis alternatives and/or decisions Involve
To work directly with stakeholders in each aspect of the decision including the development of the alternatives and the identification of a preferred solution Collaborate
To partner with stakeholders in each aspect of the decision including the development of alternatives and the identification of a preferred solution Empower
To place final decision making in the hands of stakeholders
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 49 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Stakeholder
Engagement
objective
Core
communication
objective Medium
Start &
Completion Date
Mayor’s Office Vision and policy
setting,
amplification,
Align across the
entire Games
planning process
and strategies
related to City
legacy activities
Meetings Present – October
2028
City Council Vision and policy
setting, constituent
support,
Propose
recommended
plans to City
Council for approval
City Council meetings January 2025 –
October 2028
City Manager
Office
Coordination, and
decision making,
including the
development of
alternatives and
identification of a
preferred solution/
process
Establish
understanding of
goals, coordinate
efforts, make
decisions, and
implement plans
and activities
Meetings Present – October
2028
City-Wide
Steering
Committee
Involve members in
plans and making
decisions, including
the development of
alternatives and
identification of a
preferred
solution/process
Offer visibility into
Games planning
process and
strategies/
recommendations
for input and
feedback that can
be incorporated for
improvements
Meetings October 2024 –
October 2028
City Staff Inform staff with
information to
assist them in
understanding the
plan, activities, and
roles they and the
City will be
responsible for
Prepare staff to
take on the roles
and responsibilities
delegated to their
departments related
to the Games
All-Hands meetings,
Executive Lunch &
Learns
Present – October
2028
LA28 Get plugged in with
ongoing LA28
meetings to
encourage direct
collaboration
Information sharing
between LA28 and
City of Carson to
maintain alignment
on branding,
regulations, costs,
and ownership of
responsibilities
Meetings Present –
September 2028
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 50 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Stakeholder
Engagement
objective
Core
communication
objective Medium
Start &
Completion Date
California State
University
Dominguez Hills
Help ensure City
and University
Leadership are up-
to-date and aligned
on key insights
Coordination and
information sharing
for updates
regarding
transportation
depot and any
additional Olympic
activities
Meetings and
preparation activities
Present – October
2028
Dignity Health
(Carson) Sports
Park
Alignment between
Venue and Venue
City Leadership
Updates regarding
operational and
safety items that
may impact City
planning
Meetings and
preparation activities
Present – October
2028
LA County CEO Confirmation
between LA
County and City of
Carson regarding
City services and
related costs
Coordination for
customary and
enhanced cost
estimates and
actuals
Meetings and
preparation activities
Present – October
2028
LA Metro Get involved with
LA Metro
discussions to
understand the
plan for Games
transportation
Information sharing
between LA Metro
and City of Carson
to prepare and plan
for transportation
routes, resources,
and costs
Emails (documentation
of routes and plans)
and meetings
Present – October
2028
Community
Based
Organizations
Involved in key
discussions and
activities in which
the CBO has
expertise or
influence
Plug CBOs into
core activities within
the community
where they can
support, organize,
or amplify efforts
related to the
Games with the
goal of long-lasting
collaboration post-
Games
Meetings with
designated
representative/manager
from the City
June 2025 –
October 2028
Local Businesses Inform businesses
of potential impact
from Games and
involve interested
businesses in
Prepare local
businesses Games
impact (e.g., influx of
visitors, closures)
and encourage
collaboration on
Meetings with
committees,
announcements from
elected officials and
media
October 2026 –
October 2028
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 51 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Stakeholder
Engagement
objective
Core
communication
objective Medium
Start &
Completion Date
Games-time
collaboration
events, activities,
and efforts for
promoting Carson
Volunteers Involve community
members in
volunteer efforts
outside of LA28
volunteer
participants leading
up to and during
the Games
Offer an avenue to
participate in the
community during
Games-time for
interested
individuals and
motivate community
members to
volunteer rather
than leave the city
Committees, elected
officials, email blasts to
database of volunteers
August 2027 –
September 2028
Carson Residents Inform residents of
decisions made
and upcoming
changes and
events so they feel
heard and up to
date
Inform residents
regularly of updates
related to the
Games, including
impacts,
activities/events,
and opportunities to
get involved
Newsletters, Website June 2027 –
August 2028
5.4 Stakeholder Advisory Group
A key recommendation for incorporating community member and partner skills, energy and resources is to develop and name an Advisory Group with key expertise to advise on and support Carson’s legacy objectives.
Focus areas for this Advisory Group may include:
• Legacy Fund Development or Endowment Development and Public/Private Partnerships. • Small Business Opportunities-
• Arts and Culture
• Youth Engagement/Sports
The Advisory Group should be led by, or at minimum, supported by City Staff to ensure appropriate information flow and alignment of group and City objectives and overall Games Planning. The frequency of meetings should align with the specific tasks in front of the Advisory Group. More frequent meetings may be needed in the discovery phase until the Group has developed clear advice and recommendation for Citywide Steering Committee review and consideration.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 52 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Focus Area Potential Tasks Meeting Frequency
Legacy
Fund/Endowment
and Public Private
Partnerships
• Recommend endowment or fund
opportunities and methods for
organizing (with City guidance)
• Identify fundraising partners
• Identify opportunities and candidates
for Public Private Partnerships
• Recommend top opportunities in
alignment with City strategic
objectives
The Advisory Group should meet
Bimonthly during the Foundation phases
as it develops recommendations in the
key focus areas.
Following the delivery of the
recommendations to the Steering
Committee, the frequency can shift to
quarterly or biannually to advise on any
additional priority areas.
The Advisory Group may choose to take
the focus areas consecutively or
concurrently, with subgroups focused on
various focus areas.
The Programmatic Opportunities and
Community Engagement focus areas may
meet more frequently in the operational
phase as messaging and programs are up
and running.
Small Business
Opportunities
• Develop recommendations for support
of Small Business and economic
opportunities
• Serve as a key messenger for Small
Business community
Youth
Engagement/Sports
• Develop recommendations on priority
programmatic opportunities in key
areas of Youth Engagement and
Sports.
• Support community outreach and
amplification
Arts and Culture • Develop recommendations on priority programmatic opportunities for Arts
and Culture initiatives.
• Amplify opportunities within
communities
• Assess landscape of potential Arts
and Culture partners
6 Developing Legacy
Building Programs
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 54 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
6 Developing Legacy Building Programs
6.1 Phased Approach
The City of Carson, as a two-time Olympic Venue City, has a unique opportunity to leverage its role as a 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Venue City by developing legacy building programs and activities.
An overarching objective of the City is to provide opportunities that are accessible and inclusive for the residents of City of Carson and visitors to participate in and enjoy the 2028 Games experience.
The development and implementation of the legacy building programs that can be accomplished in four phases.
These are:
There is a degree of continuity across the four phases of the Legacy Building Programs, which is illustrated by the timeline below.
Legacy Building Program Timeline
Phase
Nov. 2025 to
Mar. 2026
Apr. 2026 to
Mar. 2027
April 2027 to
Aug. 2028
Sept. 2028 to
Jun. 2029
Foundation
Operational Planning
Testing & Delivery
Dissolution
Legacy Building Celebration Opportunities
The City of Carson will be a primary Olympic and Paralympic celebration destination for City residents, as well as for people of the region and visitors from around the world. As a 2028 Venue City, the City will have a range of opportunities to celebrate the 2028 Games and increase community engagement in the years leading up to 2028 and during the 2028 Games period.
Foundational
Planning Phase
Operational
Planning Phase
Testing &
Delivery
Ph
Dissolution
Phase
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 55 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
While LA28 is responsible for the events and activities occurring within the official Games footprint, those areas beyond the Games footprint, referred to as the legacy building programs, are the responsibility of the City of Carson.
The legacy building programs opportunities can serve a dual purpose:
1) to provide residents across the entire City with opportunities to participate in the City’s role as a Venue City, and
2) establish an atmosphere and civic pride as a successful host of one of the world’s major international events that will become embedded in the City’s DNA in the years after the 2028 Games.
In previous Games, both Host and Venue Cities have, to varying degrees, taken advantage of their roles to build on the official Games activities to celebrate their role in supporting the Games.
Note: To help develop the City of Carson’s approach to the City’s 2028 legacy building programs, it is recommended, as an initial step, that the City initiate discussions with LA28 to determine the extent of planned activities and support that LA28 envisages to provide for the legacy building programs in City of Carson, and any limitations or requirements, which are defined in the Games Agreement signed by the City of Carson and the LA28.
With the LA28 plans confirmed, the City and community can then determine the extent to which they wish to invest and build upon the LA28 plans for the legacy building programs.
Note: It is recommended that the City develop a coordinated plan to integrate the various 2028 celebration opportunities to enhance the City’s vision and strategic objectives as a 2028 Venue City.
Below are a few typical examples of legacy building programs initiatives that have been undertaken by previous Host or Venue Cities, at each city’s expense. These examples have been modified as opportunities that the City of Carson may wish to consider.
Examples provided for guidance only.
The key activities of the four phases for the development and implementation of the Legacy Program are summarized in the table below.
Examples Description
2028 Olympic and
Paralympic Live and
Celebration Sites3
The City of Carson, as a 2028 Venue City, can embrace its role on a citywide basis, beyond the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic venue footprints.
The City may, in cooperation with LA28, host 2028 “live” or “watch” sites. While the LA28-sponsored “live” sites will be the responsibility of LA28, the City could, through negotiation with LA28, add additional “live” or “watch” sites, for which the City will have the responsibility.
Establishing the “live” sites in public areas throughout the City, and removed from the 2028 venues, would serve to make the City’s role as a Venue City more inclusive for all residents.
A Celebration Site provides more attractions than a “live” site and is designed to attract more spectators.
Both types of sites provide free access.
Target Audiences:
City & area residents, Directly impacted property owners/residents/businesses, Media, Visitors, Local businesses, Community Groups.
3 See Glossary of Terms Section 9.2
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 56 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Examples Description
External Partners/Interdependencies:
LA28, CSUDH, Community Groups, Local businesses.
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours (Estimate has been separated between “Celebration” and “Live” sites.) Cost Drivers:
The number of Live Sites, the size of footprints, days and hours of operation, and magnitude of ancillary operations, attendance, and additional entertainment.
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
LA28 approval, City staff and community/volunteer capacity, security zones and restrictions, Transportation Plan, power availability, capacity of security/law enforcement/emergency services, infrastructure on-site. 2028 Olympic and
Paralympic
Countdown Clock
A countdown clock, situated in the Carson City Hall Plaza or in another high-visibility area, could serve to promote the City’s role as a Venue City for the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
It would display for the public the hours, minutes, and seconds until the Opening Ceremony on July 14th, 2028.
Such clocks are visible by day and often illuminated at night and are usually activated 2 years prior to the Games.
It could also act as a backdrop for pre-Games-related events.
A digital version could also be installed on the City of Carson website.
Target Audience:
City and area residents, Media, VIPs.
External Partners/Interdependencies:
See Constraints & Limitations
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 57 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Examples Description
Cost Drivers:
Will depend on the degree of assistance from Omega (via LA28) and the size of the clock.
Delivery, short-term storage prior to installation and prior to return, mounting/ scaffolding, maintenance commissioning and decommissioning, adding Carson “features” to a basic piece of equipment, insurance, branding.
It should not be assumed that Omega would provide a countdown clock at no cost.
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
Collaboration with LA28 would be required. Omega is an IOC TOP Sponsor and may be a source for a countdown clock. In the absence of Omega / LA28 support an existing video board could be adopted to serve the same purpose.
City of Carson House A City of Carson “House”, which could be open leading up to the Games and during the 2028 Games and provide a facility for the City to promote its heritage and opportunities to visitors, VIPs, and residents of the City.
The City’s unique history as a two-time Games Venue City, its cultural heritage, and as an economic development and tourist center could be profiled.
A City of Carson House, situated in a distinctive locale, would also serve as the Mayor’s center to host official receptions during the Games’ period and meet high-level sporting officials visiting Carson pre-Games.
Target Audience:
City and residents, VIPs, Visitors, Media.
External Partners/Interdependencies:
TBD
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
Number of visitors, receptions, level of service provided, operating days and times, services available vs. need to be replicated, exhibits.
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
A temporary structure on a relatively large scale may be expensive to service, secure, and support.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 58 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Examples Description
NOC Houses The City of Carson, as the venue for five Olympic Sports and 3 Paralympic Sports, may approach the National Olympic Committees of visiting countries, whose teams will be competing at the Carson City venues. The purpose would be to offer those NOC’s the opportunity to establish a “house” in Carson.
The role of these NOC “houses” is to:
a) provide a focal point (“home away from home”) for nationals from visiting countries to congregate in support of their athletes, and b) provide a venue to promote their own countries to both the residents of the City of Carson and other visitors
Outreach to specific NOCs – for example from countries where there is a cultural link with the residents of Carson, might be prioritized.
Target Audience:
City and area residents, VIPs, Visitors, Media, Local businesses.
External Partners/Interdependencies:
NOCs through LA28
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
Cost would be subject to negotiation and dependent on the “scale and scope” of each “House” and the costs each NOC would be willing to absorb.
Although it is possible that a city could negotiate the hosting of a “House” at no cost, it is more likely that the City of Carson would be asked to fund certain services.
The cost to the City of Carson would be determined by the legal agreement and “scale and scope.”
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
Initial contact through LA28 is required.
Some NOCs have already entered into agreements with cities.
NOCs are generally looking to acquire the use of permanent buildings rather than temporary structures.
Security, law enforcement, and emergency services capacity may be a challenge.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 59 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Examples Description
Whether “houses” would be limited to the period of the Olympic Games or would it also include the Paralympics.
Legal Agreements required.
2028 Volunteer
Center
This is for City volunteers recruited to assist with City activities.
A 2028 Volunteer Center could increase community engagement and awareness of City of Carson managed Games-related events, programs and initiatives, as well as serving as the focal point for the City's recruitment, security check/vetting on each applicant, training, and placement of volunteers for City-delivered programs.
The City could consider using an existing City facility as the “Volunteer Center.” Target Audience:
City and area residents, Media, Directly impacted property owners/residents/ businesses, Community groups.
External Partners/Interdependencies:
TBD
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
Volunteer Center – space, hours of operation, equipment and technology.
Volunteer program variable costs – Uniforms, Training costs, Recruitment, Recognition and team building, Meals, Other costs.
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
The volunteers referred to under this activity are volunteers for City of Carson initiatives, versus LA28 Games volunteers.
Collaboration with LA28 and their volunteer recruitment program will be required.
Initiating a substantial City of Carson volunteer program will be time consuming and staff intensive.
Adequate space for parking will be required.
To cover 60 days of activity (3 shifts of 5 hours each) with 50 volunteers on each shift across all the City of Carson programs will require a total of 600 volunteers each contributing a total of 75 hours.
2028 Information
Centers
A 2028 Information Center(s) could increase community engagement and awareness of Games-related events, programs and initiatives.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 60 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Examples Description
The City could consider using existing City facilities as “Information Center(s)” Delivery of information through the Internet could reduce costs as would a hybrid program.
Target Audience:
City and area residents, Visitors, Media, Local businesses Partners/Interdependencies:
Community Groups (Service-type organizations could be approached to “take on” this project).
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
Delivery model, Number of Information booths, Hours of operation.
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
Technology supports, Informed and capable Volunteers.
Commemorative
Pins/Memorabilia
The collection of “commemorative pins” relating to the hosting of an Olympic and Paralympic Games and other major sports events is a massive world-wide hobby, with hundreds of thousands of collectors. As 2028 Venue City, there will be a demand for, and interest in “Carson pins”
With respect to a design for the 2028 Carson Pins, the City may wish to capitalize on the focus that will be on the City due to both its 60th year celebrations and its role as a 2028 Venue City.
The design of the pins may also provide an opportunity to engage with the City’s arts community through the solicitation of proposed designs.
There is an opportunity to develop different Carson themes and levels such as the mayor’s pin.
Target Audience:
City and area residents, Visitors, VIPs, Media.
Partners/Interdependencies:
LA28 (LA 28 may have selected or will select a pin provider for the 2028 Games), Community Groups.
Tasks:
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 61 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Examples Description
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
See Legacy-Building Projects Order of Magnitude.xlsx
Constraints & Limitations:
Discuss concept with LA28 (+USOPC) to determine limitations/restrictions on use of Olympic and Paralympic trademarks and symbols.
LA28 will have an Official Pin provider with a royalty payment or such flowing to LA28. Using the official LA28 provider may be more expensive, but it may also have some benefits.
Any use of Olympic and Paralympic trademarks and symbols requires approval from both LA28 and the USOPC through legal agreements.
A Carson Pin program will require a policy to control the issuance of pins – by whom, how many and if costs will be recharged to department budgets. As with all small items, inventory control and re-ordering procedures will be important. *Olympic and
Paralympic School-
Based Education
Program
For previous games, the National Olympic and Paralympic Committees have developed curriculum modules which explain and promote the concept of Olympism.
An Olympic and Paralympic School-Based Education Program would provide students with the opportunity to learn about the Olympic and Paralympic movements and ideals, potentially engage in 2028 Games-related events and activities, and facilitate links to schools in other nations.
Potential community partnerships include the Los Angeles Unified School District, Parent Advisory Groups, and community-based youth organizations.
Target Audience:
School-age students.
Partners/Interdependencies:
LA28, Los Angeles Unified School District
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 62 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Examples Description
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
Collaboration with LA28 would be essential as LA28 provides the linkage with the USOPC.
*This initiative may already be underway through LA28.
Youth Sport
Programming
A Youth Sport Program would provide youth with exposure and introduction to Olympic and/or Paralympic Sports.
There may be an opportunity to rebrand existing programs.
Target Audience:
School-age children.
Partners/Interdependencies:
Community Groups.
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
Number of sports, equipment, number of participants, coaches etc.
Could rebrand existing programs and redirect costs from existing programs.
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
Qualified coaches and instructors.
Youth Internships From now until just after the Closing Ceremonies for the Paralympics the 2028 Games will place an increased demand on City of Carson staff.
Particularly around Games-time, it is important that staff are not just available but are also aware of the role and responsibilities of the City in relation to the event.
This is often in the form of tacit knowledge gained through working on a project over an extended period.
To assist the City, and to provide an opportunity for City-based students to engage with the 2028 Games, the City may wish to consider a youth internship program for the summers of 2026, 2027, and 2028.
This might include the assignment of students to specific departments.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 63 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Examples Description
Initial discussions with CSU-DH have raised the concept of a certificate-based “Sport management program” that would focus on the role/responsibilities of “venue cities” in hosting major sport events.
If developed, such a program could provide opportunities for “sport management” on-the-job training.
In addition, the City may want to consider recruiting an ancillary student workforce for 2028 to augment permanent staff.
Target Audience:
Post-secondary students.
Partners/Interdependencies:
Post-secondary institutions in the City of Carson
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop an Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
Number of positions and time.
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
Time to develop a program, unlikely that all students could be hired. 2028 Carson
Cultural Program
The LA28-sponsored Cultural Olympiad could provide an opportunity for the City of Carson to strengthen and showcase the City’s arts, culture, and heritage to the world – before and during the Games.
A cultural program could build on the success of existing cultural festivals and exhibits in collaboration with the cultural and business communities in the City of Carson – to develop a series of programs and events, and opportunities to support artists, performers, and organizations.
The 2028 Cultural Olympiad could provide two opportunities:
a. to work in partnership with LA28, the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture and the City of Los Angeles to “piggy-back” on the expansive LA 28 Cultural Olympiad program, once it is defined, for activities in the City of Carson; and
b. Independently develop and fund a program of cultural and arts activities specific to and unique to the City of Carson
Target Audience:
City and area residents, Visitors, Media, Local businesses.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 64 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Examples Description
Partners/Interdependencies:
LA28, the Los Angeles County Department of Arts and Culture, Community Groups.
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
Dependent on the level of activity and scope of programming.
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
Demand vs. Funding.
Festivals and
City of Carson
60th Anniversary
There are several annual community events, festivals, and celebrations that take place in the City of Carson, some of which have been identified in the Milestones section of this document.
The combination of the annual festivals, the 60th year celebrations, and the role of a Venue City for the 2028 Games offers the City of Carson the opportunity to brand 2028 as the “Year of Celebrations” or something similar.
Target Audience:
City and area residents, Visitors, Media.
Partners/Interdependencies:
Community Groups.
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
Enhanced festivals.
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations
Cooperation of existing festivals, ensuring no overlap with Olympics and Paralympics – see Games Agreement.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 65 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Examples Description
Home Stay Program A Home Stay Program would identify suitable homes in the City of Carson to host athlete families and support staff of 2028 teams in the years leading up to and during the 2028 Games.
This program would directly connect Carson residents with Games participants from the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic sport competitions held in the City.
Target Audience:
City and area residents, NOCs, Media.
Partners/Interdependencies:
LA28, City and area residents.
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
The cost of initiating such a program would be staff intensive and would likely include a significant investment in fixed costs that would not be recoverable.
Vetting and approving potential hosts may come with some risk.
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
Collaboration with LA28 to reach out to National Olympic Committees in other countries would be needed.
Note: Airbnb is now an Official Sponsor of the International Olympic Committee (IOC), with one of its intended purposes being to provide a legacy to Host and Venue Cities. Therefore, there is the possibility that exclusivity restrictions exist that could inhibit the City’s ability to promote their own Home Stay Program. Clarification with LA28 would be needed.
Citywide Shopping
Program
A citywide Shopping Program could promote a vibrant shopping theme for businesses across the City.
The program could assist and coordinate the City of Carson businesses to raise their profiles in welcoming the world in 2028 with Olympic and Paralympic themed entertainment, lighting, and kiosks.
Note: This program could be integrated into the Economic Development initiative.
Target Audience:
City and area residents, Visitors.
Partners/Interdependencies:
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 66 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Examples Description
Local businesses
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
Footprint, scale, and scope of the program.
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
Note: Games Agreement signed by the City of Carson and the Los Angeles Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games 2028 (LA28) has specific sections that would need to be considered in the development of the Citywide Shopping Program. These sections include (but are not restricted to):
• Section 7.4.2. – Games Footprint
• Section 8 – City Advertising Space – Clean Zones
• Section 13 – Street Trading
• Section 20 – OCOG (LA28) Exclusive Rights
• Section 20.5 – Ambush Marketing and other infringement activities It is recommended, as an initial step, that the City initiate discussions with LA28 to determine the extent of all limitations or requirements which are defined in the Games Agreement, which may impact Citywide Street Shopping Program.
This program’s success largely depends on retaining visitors to Carson beyond the daily 2028 Games events. Business expectations will need to be managed.
City Beautification A program that enhances the look of the City of Carson.
The program could include but not limited to, banners, street art, murals, lighting, floral arrangements and enhancement of green spaces.
Target Audience:
City and area residents, OBS (*Olympic Broadcast Services), Media, Visitors, Local businesses.
*OBS will look for local scenes of interest and beauty to integrate into world-wide broadcasts.
Partners/Interdependencies:
Local businesses; LA28
Tasks:
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 67 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Examples Description
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
Scales and scope, and footprint. (Opportunity for multi-year planning).
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
Demand vs. Funds.
City of Carson and LA28 Games Agreement clause 20.6
Commemorative
Olympic/Paralympic
Sculpture
The City of Carson may wish to memorialize its role as a two-time Olympic and Paralympic Venue City.
The concept of permanent murals or sculpture, to commemorate the City’s’ role with the Games, has been suggested.
Such an endeavor would provide a unique opportunity for locally based artists/ sculptors to participate through the solicitation of concepts and designs, thus expanding the reach of the Games to the artistic community.
Target Audience:
Community Groups, City and area residents, Media, Visitors Partners/Interdependencies:
LA28 and the USOPC (see Constraints and Limitations)
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
TBD – dependent on scale and vision.
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
The use of Olympic and Paralympic trademarks and symbols would require additional legal agreements between the City of Carson and the owners of such trademarks and symbols.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 68 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Examples Description
Economic Hosting The City of Carson may wish to capitalize on the focus that will be on the City of Carson, due to both its 60-year celebrations and its role as a 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Venue City to promote the City as center for major industries to invest and locate.
Target Audience:
Business community
Partners/Interdependencies:
Collaboration with the Carson Chamber of Congress and other business industry organizations would be required.
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Cost Drivers:
Dependent on decisions by the City of Carson and partners.
Constraints & Limitations:
Marketing restrictions in line with the LA28 Games Agreement.
Carson 2028
Speakers Bureau
The City of Carson may wish to establish a “Speakers Bureau” to help promote the 2028 Games and the City’s role as 2028 Venue City.
A City-run Speakers Bureau would develop a roster of speakers, with knowledge of and experience with major sport events. The City’s Speakers Bureau would facilitate the introduction between speaker and a “client” by making contact and the booking with interested organizations across the City of Carson.
Target Audience:
Local businesses, Community Groups, School-age children, post-secondary students, Media.
Partners/Interdependencies:
LA28
Tasks:
See Appendix 9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
See Appendix 9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours Costs:
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 69 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Examples Description
Honorariums and travel for presenters, general coordination.
A working version of Legacy Building Projects – Order of Magnitude workbook was provided to City of Carson for cost considerations
Constraints & Limitations:
Potential for collaboration with LA28, which may have established a 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games Speakers Bureau
Note: Working definitions for purposes of this report
Both “Live” and “Celebration” sites/zones are frequently described as “fan zones.” In this case, the basic difference between “Live” and “Celebration” sites is the scale and scope of each.
A “Celebration” site normally includes the features of a “Live” site, but a “Live” site does not encompass the full range of features found at a “Celebration” site.
Because “Live” sites are designed to attract smaller attendances and the cost per site is significantly lower than a “Celebration” site, there are normally multiple “Live” sites spread across a host or venue city.
A “Celebration” site requires a much larger footprint and considerably more infrastructure – both permanent and temporary.
There may be some limited crossovers from the two types of sites.
Attractions/Characteristics Live Site Celebration Site Daily attendance 500-3,000 3,000-10,000
Access Free Free
Operational hours Olympic/Paralympic broadcast
day
Olympic/Paralympic broadcast day
+
Video or big screens carrying a
broadcast from the domestic rights
holder
Yes, but smaller screen Yes, often multiple screens
Sports demonstrations Limited Extensive
Food and drink vendors Limited – not licensed Extensive - licensed Water/Shade Yes Yes
Live music / DJs/Hosts No Yes
VIP area No Yes
Note: FIFA owns the Trademark for “FIFA Fan Festival.”
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 70 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Potential Target Audiences & External Partners/Interdependencies Group Includes
City and area residents Residents of the City of Carson and others within a 15-mile radius.
Directly impacted property
owners/residents/businesses
Those close to Facilities and/or events managed and operated by the City of Carson or jointly presented by the City of Carson and LA28
Local businesses Businesses located in and around the City of Carson including representative groups and organizations, potential Vendors and Taxi/Uber Operators.
External businesses Businesses are interested in locating in the City of Carson.
Community Groups Generally non-profit groups located in and around the City of Carson, including but not limited to Sports, Arts and Culture, and Community Service organizations.
Media Including but not limited to traditional print and electronic, Sports specific, professional Photographers, Blog writers, Podcasters, and Influencers.
OBS Olympic Broadcast Services
NOCs National Olympic Committee representatives
CSU-DH
California State University – Dominguez Hills
Carson Sports Park Currently operating as Dignity Health Sports Park
LA28 The 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Organizing Committee.
LA28 Volunteers Volunteers recruited, managed and accredited by LA28.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 71 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Group Includes
City of Carson Volunteers Volunteers recruited and managed by the City of Carson in support of Carson programs.
School-age students
The City of Carson and surrounding area
Post-secondary students
The City of Carson and surrounding area
VIPs Includes but not limited to IOC/IPC staff/members, International Sports Federation Officials, sanctioned future Olympic/Paralympic Host and Venue Cities
Visitors
People visiting the City of Carson for the primary purpose of attending the 2028 Games or related events.
Los Angeles County
Department of Arts and
Culture
Self-explanatory
City of Carson Programs; Decision Framework
Stage Action Responsibility Timelines
1 Assign staff position responsibility
(program manager) assuming each
program is approved for stage 2.
(Purpose is to identify
Any over reliance on a department
or staff person).
Project Leadership Team See Appendix 9.11
Legacy Building
Projects – Tasks
Each program reviewed and
assessed based on:
• Alignment with City Strategic
Plan /Objectives
Project Leadership Team See Appendix 9.11
Legacy Building
Projects – Tasks
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 72 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Stage Action Responsibility Timelines
• City and department capacity to
undertake and/or to manage
the program
• Level of City of Carson program
control
• Cost and benefit
• Other factors
Develop provisional list of
recommended programs and move
to stage 2.
Project Leadership Team See Appendix 9.11
Legacy Building
Projects – Tasks
2 Develop an operational plan for
each provisionally approved
program.
Operational Plan to include, but not
be limited to, the following:
See note 1 below
Program Managers See Appendix 9.11
Legacy Building
Projects – Tasks
Submit plan to Project Leadership
Team
Program Managers See Appendix 9.11
Legacy Building
Projects – Tasks
Operational Plans reviewed and
assessed based on agreed criteria
Project Leadership Team See Appendix 9.11
Legacy Building
Projects – Tasks
Create final list of approved
programs
Project Leadership Team See Appendix 9.11
Legacy Building
Projects – Tasks
Create pathway for City approval Project Leadership Team See Appendix 9.11 Legacy Building
Projects – Tasks
Note 1:
Legacy Building Celebration Opportunities - Operational Plan Table of Contents
1. Program Scope of Work and Key Assumptions
2. Constraints and Limitations
3. Target Audiences
4. Description of Legacy/Benefits
5. Sustainability, and Inclusiveness
6. Key performance indicators (metrics)/Success criteria
7. Budget by line detail
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 73 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
a. Cash costs
b. Value (services) In-Kind
8. Risk assessment and mitigation strategy
9. Delivery model/Execution strategy
a. Contractors
b. City Staff (Number and hours)
c. Public Institutions/Non-Profits
10. Tasks and milestones
a. Operational Plan approval
b. Operational plan implementation schedule
11. Interdependencies
a. Internal
b. External
12. Policies and Procedures required
7 Economic
Development
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 75 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
7 Economic Development Opportunities
The 2028 Games present a significant opportunity to accelerate the City of Carson’s economic development goals, creating lasting benefits for local businesses and the community. By capitalizing on the global attention and influx of visitors, the City can foster economic growth, showcase its unique business landscape, and attract new investment. Key areas of focus for economic development include:
7.1 Preparation and Support for Small Businesses
A core objective is to protect and support Carson's small business community before, during, and after the Games. The influx of visitors will create both opportunities and challenges, from increased demand to new logistical needs. The City should develop a comprehensive small business support strategy that includes:
• Business Readiness Programs: Hosting workshops and information sessions for local businesses to discuss operational readiness, marketing opportunities, and how to manage increased traffic and visitor needs.
Financial Planning Workshops: Offer seminars on managing event-driven cash flow, accessing short- term capital, and pricing strategies.
Marketing & Digital Presence Bootcamps: Train businesses on leveraging social media, updating online listings (e.g., Google Maps), and creating targeted promotions to attract visitors. Customer Service Excellence Training: Provide workshops focused on hospitality, cross-cultural communication, and serving international visitors, potentially including basic language guides. Operational & Logistics Sessions: Host information sessions on managing increased foot traffic, adjusting operating hours, supply chain considerations, and local permitting. • Promotional Support: Creating dedicated space on the City's website and in promotional materials to advertise local Carson businesses to visitors and a global audience. "Carson-First" Digital Hub: Create a dedicated section on the city's website featuring a searchable directory of local businesses, restaurants, and attractions. Visitor-Facing Marketing Materials: Produce high-quality printed maps, brochures, and digital guides that highlight local businesses at hotels, event venues, and information kiosks. Social Media & Influencer Campaigns: Partner with travel bloggers and influencers to showcase Carson's hidden gems and unique local businesses in the lead-up to the Games. • Resource Provision: Developing and distributing resources, such as key information in multiple languages and guides to local attractions, to help businesses better serve an international clientele. Multilingual Information Toolkits: Develop and distribute "Welcome Kits" for businesses containing key phrases, cultural tips, event schedules, and emergency contact information in multiple languages. Digital Resource Center: Create an online portal with downloadable templates for marketing, FAQs for visitors, and guides to local transportation and attractions. • Vendor Opportunities: Establishing a streamlined process for local businesses, including food trucks and temporary vendors, to participate in official celebration sites and other Games-related activities, ensuring they benefit directly from the economic activity.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 76 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Simplified Permitting Process: Establish a clear and streamlined application process for temporary vendor permits, food trucks, and pop-up shops.
Designated "Local Flavor" Zones: Create specific, high-traffic areas near official celebration sites reserved for Carson-based businesses and artisans to ensure they are central to the action. Supplier Diversity Program: Develop a database of local businesses that can provide services (e.g., catering, printing, transportation) to the event organizers and their corporate partners.
7.2 Tourism and Investment Attraction
The Games offer an unparalleled platform to promote Carson as a destination for tourism, events, and investment.
• Showcasing Carson: The City has an opportunity to introduce a global audience to its vibrant arts, diverse culture, and dynamic businesses. This can be achieved through partnerships with media, coordinated marketing campaigns, and by creating a welcoming and attractive cityscape. City Beautification and Wayfinding: Invest in improved signage, public art installations, and beautification projects in key commercial corridors to create a welcoming and memorable cityscape. Curated Itineraries: Develop and promote themed itineraries like "A Taste of Carson's Global Cuisine," "Carson's Cultural Hotspots," or "Family Fun in Carson." Media Familiarization Tours: Proactively invite international and national media for guided tours to generate positive press and highlight investment opportunities. • Economic Hosting and Protocol: Establishing a formal protocol for welcoming and hosting visiting dignitaries, athletic delegations, National Olympic Committees (NOCs), and International Sports Federations.
These interactions, which may begin well before 2028 as teams visit for training and site reconnaissance, are early opportunities to build relationships and promote Carson for future investment and tourism. Pre-Games Relationship Building: Actively engage with NOCs and sports federations that may be visiting for training, offering logistical support and customized tours to showcase Carson's business- friendly environment.
"Carson House" Investment Hub: Establish a temporary hospitality and business lounge during the Games to host meetings between visiting executives, potential investors, and local business leaders. Dignitary Welcome Program: Create a formal protocol for greeting and hosting visiting delegations that includes curated economic development presentations and networking opportunities. • Partnerships: Collaborating with key partners like California State University Dominguez Hills (CSUDH) and Dignity Health Sports Park to create integrated economic hosting programs that highlight the region's strengths as a hub for sports, education, and business. University & Health System Collaboration: Work with CSUDH and Dignity Health Sports Park to create joint programs, such as sports medicine symposiums or technology showcases, that attract industry leaders.
Corporate Partner Integration: Collaborate with official Olympic sponsors to feature local businesses in their promotional activities or supply chains.
Regional Tourism Alliance: Partner with neighboring cities and tourism boards to create a unified regional promotion strategy that encourages visitors to extend their stay and explore the wider area.
Recommendation Actionable Steps
Infrastructure & Public
Realm Improvements
Smart City Initiatives: Implement public Wi-Fi in key areas, digital information kiosks, and smart parking solutions. Transportation Enhancements: Improve first-mile/last-mile connections to event venues and transit hubs, such as bike-share programs, dedicated shuttle routes, and improved pedestrian walkways. Legacy
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 77 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Recommendation Actionable Steps
Infrastructure: Ensure any new infrastructure (e.g., parks, community centers, transit stops) is designed for long-term community use, not just for the event.
Workforce
Development
Hospitality & Event Management Training: Partner with local colleges to offer certification programs in hospitality, event planning, and tourism management to upskill the local workforce. Job-Matching Services: Create a dedicated portal to connect residents with temporary and permanent job opportunities created by the event and its partners. Volunteer-to-Career Pipeline: Design volunteer programs that provide transferable skills and networking opportunities, helping participants leverage their experience for future employment.
Long-Term Legacy &
Sustainability
Business Attraction Strategy: Use the event as a platform to target specific industries for relocation or investment, leveraging the global attention and newly formed relationships. Post-Event Tourism Strategy: Develop marketing campaigns and travel packages to attract visitors in the years following the event, building on the momentum and global awareness. Brand and Image Fortification: Solidify the city's brand as a premier destination for sports, business, and culture, using testimonials and success stories from the Games in future marketing.
Community
Engagement &
Placemaking
Neighborhood Improvement Grants: Offer grants for neighborhoods to fund local beautification projects, community gardens, or cultural events that celebrate their identity. Local Artisan & Culture Showcase: Commission local artists to create public art and performances that are integrated into the event's cultural programming, ensuring an authentic representation of the city.
8 Financial
Considerations
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 79 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
8 Financial Considerations
Financial considerations for the City of Carson will be driven by several factors including the city’s normal and customary services, discretionary and non-discretionary costs, cost recovery opportunities, and available sources of revenue. A proactive and comprehensive financial management strategy is essential to ensure the City can successfully deliver on its commitments while protecting its fiscal health.
The costs associated with the Games can be segmented into two main categories: non-discretionary costs, which are contractually required services, and controllable costs, where the City maintains significant control over service levels and expenditures.
8.1 Cost Drivers
The primary cost drivers for the City’s involvement in the 2028 Games are concentrated in four key areas: city-led celebration sites, staffing and administration, infrastructure, and public safety and security. • Celebration Sites: As a discretionary initiative, the cost of hosting one or more Celebration Sites is controllable but will be significant. Key drivers include:
The size of the site footprint, days and hours of operation, and attendance levels. The scale of ancillary operations, including live entertainment, performances, and vendor support. Infrastructure requirements, such as stages, lighting, large-format screens, and sanitation facilities. Security, as these sites will fall outside the official LA28 security perimeter and will be the City’s responsibility to secure.
• Staffing and Administration: This represents a major controllable cost (Segment 4) that will span all phases of the Games lifecycle. It encompasses the cost of supporting the planning, coordination, and administration required to deliver all Games-related services. Key drivers include:
The amount of staff time from existing employees across all departments dedicated to planning and coordination.
The potential need for a backfill policy to reassign the regular duties of staff who are heavily engaged in the Olympic initiative.
The hiring of new, temporary staff to support peak activity during the Games-time delivery phase. • Infrastructure: While LA28 is responsible for venue-specific construction, the City will incur costs related to municipal infrastructure. Key drivers include:
The wear and tear on city access roads, parking, and loading areas due to heavy vehicle usage for Games operations, which may necessitate post-Games remedial work. City beautification efforts to enhance the look of Carson, including the installation and subsequent decommissioning of banners, street art, and other themed elements. The execution of the City’s own capital improvement projects, such as traffic signal upgrades and street improvements, which are vital for Games-time operations. • Public Safety and Security: This is a non-discretionary cost (Segment 2) that will be required outside the official Games Footprint. Key drivers include:
The need to scale up city-wide public safety, policing, and emergency services to manage the influx of visitors.
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 80 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
The security requirements for any city-managed events, such as the Celebration Site. Potential costs associated with establishing mutual aid agreements with regional partners to supplement law enforcement and emergency response capacity.
8.2 Financial Offset and Revenue Generation Opportunities To mitigate these costs, the City should aggressively pursue a multi-faceted financial strategy that combines direct cost recovery, fundraising, strategic partnerships, and revenue generation. • Cost Recovery from LA28: The most significant financial offset opportunity lies in the Games Agreement (Section 7), which allows the City to be reimbursed for the cost of providing "Enhanced City Resources." While the City must cover the "normal and customary" baseline of services, any service levels required by LA28 above that baseline within the Games Footprint are fully recoverable. Maximizing this requires:
A clearly defined and agreed-upon baseline for all "normal and customary" services. Meticulous tracking and documentation of all incremental staff hours and resources provided. • Grants and Fundraising: The City should actively pursue external funding sources. Grants: Applications should be made to programs such as the L.A. Metro grant for community events. Fundraising: A dedicated fundraising initiative should be established to support discretionary programs like the Celebration Site.
• In-Kind Agreements and Strategic Partnerships:
The City can negotiate in-kind agreements with partner nations to help fund the establishment of "Cultural Houses" or with neighboring counties to share costs for regional participation in city-led events. Partnering with local media companies, such as Thunder Studios, could provide content production and media support at a reduced cost.
• Revenue Generation Potential: The City should develop a comprehensive strategy to capitalize on direct revenue opportunities.
Parking: A managed parking strategy can be implemented to generate revenue from the large volume of visitors.
Facility Rentals and Permits: Revenue can be generated from fees for business licenses, temporary vendor permits (including food trucks), and the rental of any city-owned facilities or assets for Games- related activities outside the official LA28 footprint. A clear policy must be established to differentiate between LA28-affiliated groups and independent commercial entities.
9 Appendices
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 82 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
9 Appendices
9.1 Acronyms
Term Definition
AEG Anschutz Entertainment Group Inc. (Owner & Operator of Dignity Health Sports Park)
ASOIF Association of Summer Olympic International Federations CBO Community Based Organizations
CBP Community Business and Procurement
CSP Carson Sports Park – name for the Dignity Health Sports Park during the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games
CSUDH California State University Dominguez Hills
DHSP Dignity Health Sports Park
ECRMA Enhanced City Resources Master Agreement
GA Games Agreement – City of Carson and the Los Angeles Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games 2028
HCC Host City Contract
IBC International Broadcast Center
IF International Sport Federation
IOC International Olympic Committee
IPC International Paralympic Committee
IP Intellectual Property Rights
JMPA Joint Marketing Program Agreement
LA28 (or OCOG) Los Angeles Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games 2028 MPA Marketing Plan Agreement between IOC and OCOG (LA28) MOU Memorandum of Understanding
MSA Municipal Service Agreement
NGB National Sport Governing Body
NOC National Olympic Committee
NSSE National Special Security Event
City of Carson Planning Report – 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games 83 Introduction
City of Carson
and the 2028
Games
Vision and
Strategic
Objectives
Strategic
Roadmap
Stakeholder
Engagement
Developing
Legacy
Building
Programs
Financial
Considerations
Appendices
Economic
Development
Term Definition
OBS Olympic Broadcast Services
OCOG (or LA28) Los Angeles Organizing Committee for the Olympic and Paralympic Games 2028 PMO Project Management Office
SME Subject Matter Expert
TOK Transfer of Knowledge
TOP The Olympic Partner Program
USSS United States Secret Service
USOPC United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee
USOPP United States Olympic and Paralympic Properties
VIK Value In Kind
VUA Venue Use Agreement (same as Venue Services Agreement) VUG Venue Use Guarantee
VSA Venue Services Agreement (term being used instead of Venue Use Agreement) WADA World Anti-Doping Agency
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9.2 Glossary of Terms
Term Definition
Chef de Mission The person in charge of a national team at the Olympic and Paralympic Games City City of Carson
Cultural Olympiad A collection of artistic and cultural activities leading up to the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games
Controllable The City maintains substantial control over the provision of these services and levels of services.
County County of Los Angeles
Deliverable A measurable, tangible, verifiable outcome, result, or item that must be produced to complete a project or a part of a project.
Games Footprint The area inside LA28’s overlay which included a Games venue and surrounding areas.
2028 Games The 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games
Homologation The official acceptance of a field of play in the Games-time venue by the international federation that governs the sport
Host City IOC designated City as the host of the 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Games (the City of Los Angeles)
Live Site Outdoor viewing and celebration area allowing residents and visitors to participate in the 2028 Olympic and paralympic Gaes as spectators.
Look of the City The “look” developed and owned by the City of Carson to dress-up and decorate the public realm, building on LA28’s “Look of the Games”
Look of the Games The “look” developed and owned by LA28 to dress up and decorate the inside and outside of 2028 Games venues and the Games Footprint
Milestone The date of a significant event in the project, usually the completion of a major deliverable.
Municipal Service
Agreements
Collective term to refer to the Enhanced City Resources Master Agreement and Venue Services Agreements
Municipal Services Services associated with the City of Carson and provided directly by the City or by a contracted third-party.
Nondiscretionary Spending that refers to the portion of the City's budget spending that is legally or contractually required and the City generally has limited or no flexibility to unilaterally mitigate any unplanned costs in the short run.
Program A set of activities that are designed to accomplish a specific result e.g., Health & Wellness, Arts & Culture.
Project An assignment that is carefully planned to achieve a specific objective.
Urban Domain All areas within the City outside the Games Footprint
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Term Definition
Venue City Designated municipality with Olympic or Paralympic venues, other than the Host City of Los Angeles ( City of Carson)
Venue Olympic/Paralympic competition or non-competition site/facility. Responsibility of LA28
Village Olympic/Paralympic athletes, media, or officials’ village. Responsibility of LA28
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9.3 Committee Chart
A working version of this document has been provided to the City of Carson, as this document should be updated as operational work progresses.
Purpose
The Committee Chart maps Carson’s Executive Leadership, City-Wide Steering Committee, and Project Coordination Team.
Department
City of Carson
Role
Carson
Executive
Leadership
Carson
Steering
Committee
Carson
Subcommittees4
Mayor’s Office Mayor
City Council Council Person
Office of City Manager City Manager
Office of City Manager Assistant City
Manager
Office of City Manager Deputy City
Manager (Project
Lead)
Office of City Manager Deputy City
Manager
Office of City Manager Government
Affairs Officer
Community Services Community
Services Director
Community Services – Parks & Recreation Recreation
Superintendent
Community Services - Transportation Transportation
Manager
Public Safety and Emergency Management Public Safety and Emergency
Services Director
4 Carson Working Groups - Working groups formed by the Carson Project Coordination Team based on specific issues and internal interdependencies and tasked with identifying solutions to more complex issues. These working groups will generally consist of key technical staff from impacted departments. Carson has currently defined the following as working groups: Public Safety; Transportation and Circulation, Partnerships, Sponsorships, and External Relations; Communications, Resident and Stakeholder Outreach, Branding Marketing; Economic Development and Business
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Department
City of Carson
Role
Carson
Executive
Leadership
Carson
Steering
Committee
Carson
Subcommittees4
Department of Public Safety and Emergency
Management
Public Safety and
Emergency
Services Manager
Finance Finance Director
Public Works Department Public Works
Director
Human Resources Director of Human
Resources
Risk Management Risk Manager
Community Development Community
Development
Director
Information Technology & Security Information
Technology &
Security Director
City Attorney City Attorney
Innovation and Sustainability Energy and
Sustainability
Officer
City Council Support and Media City Council
Senior Field
Representative
Public Information Office Public Information
Officer
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9.4 City of Carson Services by Department and Jurisdiction
q Jurisdiction
Department Service City of Carson LA County Additional Information City Manager Coordination – City Olympic and
Paralympic Planning & Delivery
Public Information Office
Public Safety
and Emergency
Management
Services
Code Enforcement
• Parking
• Animal Control
• California vehicle codes related to
storage of vehicles
Office of Emergency Management
Emergency Operations Planning
CERT Community Emergency
Response Team
Facilitated City of Carson
Law Enforcement
Provided on a “contracted”
basis by the County of Los
Angeles
Fire
Provided on a “contracted”
basis by the County of Los
Angeles
EMS paramedics & ambulance Service
Provided on a “contracted”
basis by the County of Los
Angeles
Public Health
Provided on a “contracted”
basis by the County of Los
Angeles
Finance Accounting
Revenue/Business License
Purchasing
Human
Resources
Staffing
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q Jurisdiction
Department Service City of Carson LA County Additional Information Risk
Management
Insurance
Accessibility
Public Works Engineering Services
Includes: Permits, Inspections;
Land Development; Building
Standards, Zoning
Also contracts out services
Building Maintenance
Includes: Facility Maintenance,
Public Works Maintenance
Stormwater
LA County Flood Control, some
drains maintained by the City
Utilities Coordination
SoCal Edison and Gas
Street Maintenance
Signs and Striping
Waste Management
Traffic Engineering
Traffic Flow and Traffic Management
City Streets – City of Carson
California Highway Patrol
(CHP) has jurisdiction for
freeways and highways
Innovation and
Sustainability
Energy and Sustainability
Edison and Clean Power
Alliance – may have
dependency and intersection
with regional partners
Community
Development
Business Development
Economic Development
Buildings and Safety (Permits and
Inspection)
Carson Career Centre
Shared responsibility with
Community Services and South
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q Jurisdiction
Department Service City of Carson LA County Additional Information Bay Workforce Investment
Board
Community
Services
Parks and Recreation
Human Services
Transportation /Public Transit
City of Long Beach Transit
operates “regional routes” that
serve the City of Carson
Youth Sport
Public Library
Library is part of LA County
Library system
Landscape Maintenance
Landscape and Park
Maintenance, and Tree
Maintenance
Information
Technology &
Security
Information Technology and Security
City Attorney Legal Agreements & Contracts
Contracted by Aleshire &
Wynder
Schools Schools
The City of Carson is part of
the Los Angeles Unified School
District
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9.5 Games Agreement by Category
A working version of this document has been provided to the City of Carson, as this document should be updated as operational work progresses.
Purpose
An analysis of the Games Agreement between the City of Carson and LA28. The analysis classifies each section by the following; • Standard Clause
• Development and Coordination – With LA28 and with LA28 and others • LA28 Commitments
• Options provided by Carson
• Carson Commitments
• Process description
• Negotiation
Development &
Coordination
LA28 and City of Carson
Commitments
City of Carson
Agreement Section Summary Comments
Standard
Clause
With LA28
With LA28
+ Others
LA28
Commitments
Options
offered by
Carson
Carson
Commitments
Process
description
Negotiation
1. Recitals Standard
2. Purpose Standard
3. Voluntary Standard
4. Term Standard
5. City Liaisons Standard
6. Power to Bind Standard
7. Delivery of City
Resources
Includes provision of normal and
customary services, process (like
Fundamental section given the
City of Carson responsibilities
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LA28 and City of Carson
Commitments
City of Carson
Agreement Section Summary Comments
Standard
Clause
With LA28
With LA28
+ Others
LA28
Commitments
Options
offered by
Carson
Carson
Commitments
Process
description
Negotiation
City of LA), Enhanced Services,
Venue Service Agreements,
Games Footprint etc.,
Compensation, Capital Asset
Rental Principle (important for
City departments to understand),
Payment timing and structure.
8. Priority Option on
City Advertising
Space
Requires the City of Carson, as
a provider of various modes of
advertising within a stated area
or of a certain type, to provide
the LA28 with a priority option to
acquire such space at an
agreed pricing range.
A normal requirement at an
Olympic/Paralympic Games.
The city needs to assign the
person responsible for
managing this option and
timelines should be included in
Strategic Plan.
9. Priority Room
Block at New City
Hotel Developments
Requires the City of Carson
under stated circumstances to
provide the LA28 with an option
to purchase up to 90% of rooms
in a stated period.
Given the demand for hotel
space, it is prudent of LA28 to
make such a request.
10. Permitting and
Zoning Needs
Work together clause with a
particular reference to Coastal
area.
Reasonable clause. City
Manager identified as point of
contact.
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LA28 and City of Carson
Commitments
City of Carson
Agreement Section Summary Comments
Standard
Clause
With LA28
With LA28
+ Others
LA28
Commitments
Options
offered by
Carson
Carson
Commitments
Process
description
Negotiation
11. Admissions/
Ticket Tax
No future increase in taxes on
admissions, parking etc.
Understand why LA28 would
want thi..
12. Other Events Olympic/Paralympic window that
excludes certain events,
conferences week before and
week after the 2028 Games.
This is smaller window than
other Games have requested.
Explore any conflicts with LA
Galaxy.
13. Unauthorized
Street Trading
Outlines present City Code
Section regarding limitations
and requirements to operate.
Working in cooperation with the
LA28 a Games time
plan/procedure will be required
– possibility part of a larger
Ambush Marketing Plan.
14. Unfair Business
Practice’s Protection
A “no fleecing Games
attendees” clause
Work together requirement.
Assign responsibility and
coordinate all the pieces.
15. Accessibility
Standards
Work together clause Open ended as this clause
could be construed as including
“field-of-play” areas which the
City has no jurisdiction over.
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Commitments
City of Carson
Agreement Section Summary Comments
Standard
Clause
With LA28
With LA28
+ Others
LA28
Commitments
Options
offered by
Carson
Carson
Commitments
Process
description
Negotiation
16. Transport and
Traffic
City of Carson will work with
other transportation leaders to
develop the 2028 Games
Mobility and Transportation
Plan.
Key components go beyond
traffic management and relate
to how the 2028 Games Mobility
and Transportation Plan will
impact residents living in the
areas around Carson Sports
Park. Needs to consider how
day-to-day services will be
provided and how the plan will
impact residents’ daily routines
and needs.
17. Security City of Carson agrees to work in
good faith with various other
groups identified in the clause.
Extremely key area that impacts
every aspect of the 2028
Games.
18. Venue
Construction and
Infrastructure
Development
Projects
City of Carson undertakes to
comply with several listed codes
in respect to all venue
construction and infrastructure
development required for the
organization of the 2028
Games. Also, no construction or
development work to be
conducted by the City of Carson
within the Games Footprint
during the Games Period.
Assume this is catch all in the
contract for clarification
purposes.
19. Venue Use
Agreements
Requirement for a VUA Standard.
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Commitments
City of Carson
Agreement Section Summary Comments
Standard
Clause
With LA28
With LA28
+ Others
LA28
Commitments
Options
offered by
Carson
Carson
Commitments
Process
description
Negotiation
Should C of Carson also request
copies of any VUA between LA28
and AEG and Cal Dominguez
Hills.
20. LA28 exclusive
rights
A clear and detailed set of sub
sections that address Olympic,
Paralympic and LA28 Marks,
Commercial Id Prohibitions, and
License of City’s likeness.
Logos etc. Also, sections on
prevention of Ambush Marketing
and City Beautification.
An extremely important section
and City of Carson need to make
sure it is followed by staff and any
groups affiliated with the City of
Carson. The IOC has a history of
aggressively protecting its marks
and rights.
May also be helpful to develop an
outreach program in cooperation
with LA28 to local business and
non-profits in this regard.
21. Risk Management LA28 to obtain insurance, and
both parties to designate each
other as additional insured etc.
in relation to their respective
obligations.
22. Event of Default Details what constitutes a
default by the City of Carson
and the remedies available to
the LA28 and the City of
Carson.
Standard for major events.
23. Dispute
Resolution
Indemnities by the City, and by
the LA28 and duty to mitigate.
Standard for major events.
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City of Carson
Agreement Section Summary Comments
Standard
Clause
With LA28
With LA28
+ Others
LA28
Commitments
Options
offered by
Carson
Carson
Commitments
Process
description
Negotiation
24. Indemnification Details the LA28’s right to
terminate the contract and
relevant timelines.
Standard to have a clause like
this one for major events
although the timelines might
vary.
25. Termination Outlines LA28’s right to
terminate the agreement and
the effect.
Judgement of City of Carson
whether they accept or try to
negotiate.
26. General
Provisions
Sustainability and Social
Responsibility – generally
statements of cooperation and
working together
City of Los Angeles agreement
has far more detail and
obligations regarding
Sustainability and Social
Responsibility.
27. Postponement or
Cancellation of the
2028 Games
Obligation for the LA28 and
associated organizations to
provide prompt notice. Also
applies to a change to the
Venue Plan.
Standard for major events.
28. Cooperation;
Further Assurances
City and LA28 agree to work
cooperatively and to keep each
other informed in a timely
manner.
Best efforts section
29. Authority of City City warrants that it has the
authority to make this
agreement.
Standard
30. Notices Process detailed. Standard
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LA28 and City of Carson
Commitments
City of Carson
Agreement Section Summary Comments
Standard
Clause
With LA28
With LA28
+ Others
LA28
Commitments
Options
offered by
Carson
Carson
Commitments
Process
description
Negotiation
31. Relationship of
Parties
Responsible for its duties and
obligations.
Standard
32. Compliance with
Laws
Standard
33. Confidentiality LA28 reserves the right to seek
recourse from the courts and
apply to prevent certain
information provided to the City
of Carson from being released
publicly.
Standard for major events.
34. Retention of
Records and
Inspection
Sets out requirements and
period.
Include as part of the strategic
plan.
35. Assignment and
delegation
Only upon written notice to
LA28
Standard
36. Amendment;
Waiver
Subject to written approval by
the IOC
Standard
37. Headings Standard
38. Agreement Constitutes the entire
agreement
Standard
39. Non-Recourse Standard
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Commitments
City of Carson
Agreement Section Summary Comments
Standard
Clause
With LA28
With LA28
+ Others
LA28
Commitments
Options
offered by
Carson
Carson
Commitments
Process
description
Negotiation
40. IOC Approval
Required
Agreement subject to IOC
approval
Standard for major events.
41. Primacy of IOC
Requirements
IOC requirements trump any
inconsistency in agreement. In the
case of fiscal hardship parties will
work to modify IOC requirements.
LA28 a possible safety net.
Relates to the uncertainty of
Games where franchise holder
and associates dictate
standards.
42. Olympic Charter
and Host City Contract
Standard
43. Severability Standard
44. Counterparts Standard
45. No Third-Party
Beneficiary
Standard
46. Governing Law Standard
47. Time of the
Essence
Standard
48. Cumulative
Rights
Standard
49. Right to Enforce
Strictly; Specific
Performance
Standard
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Commitments
City of Carson
Agreement Section Summary Comments
Standard
Clause
With LA28
With LA28
+ Others
LA28
Commitments
Options
offered by
Carson
Carson
Commitments
Process
description
Negotiation
50. Interpretation Standard
TOTAL X 23 3 4 11 2 18 8 3
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9.6 Major Items List
A working version of this document has been provided to the City of Carson, as this document should be updated as operational work progresses.
Purpose
The spreadsheet provides an initial summary of items that may be considered priorities.
This spreadsheet is a starting point that will evolve and be updated and maintained as planning progresses.
Ref. Date Item Responsibility
Status & Next
Steps
Internal/External
Groups Impacted Other Notes *Resolved Date Sign off by 1 15-Jun-24 Develop an Information Plan that identifies documents to be held and managed
centrally together with processes covering
access, authorization of changes and
version control. (Also see Change
Management under Core Policies 4.1.1.3)
TBA TBD
TBD
2 15-Jun-24 Request LA28 scope document and
timelines for the Security Coop (NSSE) and
Transportation Mobility Groups.
TBA TBD
TBD
3 15-Jun-24 Input timelines from the Security Coop
(NSSE) and Transportation Mobility Group
into Implementation Schedule and
Milestones section 4.5
TBA TBD
TBD
4 15-Jun-24 Water quality and water sports; Identify this issue to LA28 as a City of Carson concern
and encourage the OCOG to build a
strategy in coordination with stakeholders to
correct or limit negative media coverage of
this issue.
TBA TBD
TBD
5 15-Jun-24 Mutual/Regional Aid; Develop a list of
services that may be included and a
strategy to implement relevant agreements.
TBA TBD TBD
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Ref. Date Item Responsibility
Status & Next
Steps
Internal/External
Groups Impacted Other Notes *Resolved Date Sign off by 6 15-Jun-24 City of Carson "Gateway to and from the
south"; Identify issue to Transportation
Mobility Group through City rep to the TMG
and track.
TBA TBD TBD
7 15-Jun-24 Homelessness; Develop a strategy and
operational plan to address this issue
leading up to and during the 2028 Games.
8 16-Jun-24 Test Events: Although Test Events are at
least 24 months away the City of Carson
should request a provisional schedule of
Carson-based events to be made available
as soon as possible together with an
indication of the municipal services that
LA28 anticipate will be needed.
TBA TBD TBD
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9.7 Games and Venue Register
A working version of this document has been provided to the City of Carson, as this document should be updated as operational work progresses.
Purpose
The purpose of the Games and Venue Register is to provide a source of validated information that can be shared and used by City of Carson staff and council.
By sharing validated information staff and council will be able to operate with the same set of assumptions and internal and external communications will benefit.
Without a common source of information, assumptions may differ depending on the individual and their sources of information. It will also assist in the on-boarding process for new staff and City of Carson volunteers.
The information will change from now until the Games in 2028 and it is important that a change log be maintained, and any changes are logged and the source of the information noted.
The authority to change the Games and Venue Register should be limited to a small number of senior staff.
A template spreadsheet has been created and shared with City of Carson staff. The template can be reformatted as needed – the most important aspect is that the information is maintained by an assigned individual.
Games Register
This section should be read in association with the Games Register section of the 2028 Games and Venue Registers provided to the City of Carson. Changes to the Games Register spreadsheet should be recorded and logged as to the date and the source.
Tab Purpose
General Some baseline information with LA28 as the primary source.
The expected date for the arrival of media is important as it normally a few days before competition starts but stories still must be filed. 2028 Games by Numbers The first section is for the entire 2028 Games, and the second section focuses on the City of Carson. LA28 is again a primary source of information. Some of the categories are very detailed and they may be difficult to source. The most important element is to be aware that these categories of Games participants will be present during the Games and if estimates need to be used that they are reasonable.
Celebration & Live Sites General information that can be expanded as plans progress e.g. number of performers, nightly headliners etc.
Change Log A template that can be adjusted and further developed.
Venue Register
This section should be read in association with the Venue Register section of the 2028 Games and Venue Registers provided to the City of Carson. Changes to the Venue Register spreadsheet should be recorded and logged as to the date and the source.
The spreadsheet is based on the schedule issued by LA28 on November 13, 2025.
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Highlights Impacts to be considered
Competition at Carson Sports Park starts 2 days
before Opening Ceremonies.
It is important that messaging to the community and city staff emphasize the early start date rather than the date of the Opening Ceremony.
There is a single competition (Track Cycling) at
Carson Sports Park on the day of the Closing
Ceremony.
Messaging to City Staff and the community that
competition is not over at CSP until early afternoon on July 30.
It is likely that decommissioning of some areas within
Carson Sports Park will start before competition is
complete.
LA28 should communicate the decommissioning plan
(and commissioning plan) for CSP to the City of Carson
as the volume of heavy traffic will impact the surrounding community’s “return to normal.”
There are 18 days of competition with no activity on
July 14 on account of the Opening Ceremony.
• There is a total of 109 event sessions.
• Days 13 – 16 has the most sports active with 4.
• Day 13 – the most sessions with 11 followed by
days 11-12 with 9 sessions each day.
• The heaviest activity will be from day 7 – 13 (7
days) with 62 of the 109 sessions falling within
that time.
Most likely scenarios based on an *estimated 100%
ticketed attendance:
• Competition days 1-6 90,000
• Competition days 7 – 13 100,000
• Competition days 14-18 **60,000
*KPMG estimate as a working assumption – needs to be
validated by LA28.
**Average is lowered by 1 event on competition day 18.
Note – in addition to ticketed attendance there will be a significant (in the thousands) workforce on site each day.
The highlights provide an insight into the level of activity in and around Carson Sports Park on each day.
The estimated attendance figure is based on tickets rather than unique individuals which will be a lesser number.
For example, on competition day 1 there are two sessions for Rugby Sevens. A spectator buying a ticket for each
session counts as two tickets although it is only one
individual.
If 50% of tickets sold on day 1 of Rugby sevens are
purchased by individuals attending both sessions, then – assuming a sellout) then total attendance will be recorded as 54,000. However, only 40,500 individuals will attend that day.
It is important to clarify in discussions what metric is being used i.e. tickets sold or individuals attending. It is most likely that LA28 will use the former for attendance and the latter for estimating vendor sales.
If the Celebration Site considers spectators a Target
Audience, then discounting ticket sales to account for
unique visitors is important.
The earliest start to a competition day is 8:45 AM
but it an outlier on day 14.
The normal starting time for competition is 9:00 AM.
The earliest finish is 22:00 apart from day 14 –
12:45 PM.
The latest finish is midnight.
LA28 will develop a detailed daily schedule for each day which will show when regular staff arrive, gates open etc. and likewise on “closure”.
The competition schedule only shows the starting time of competition and not the hours before required for
preparation.
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Highlights Impacts to be considered
If the Celebration Site considers spectators as a Target Audience, then the finish time each day is of great
importance.
City Services need to be aware of these times in terms of their operational planning, and the competition finish times will impact on the surrounding community.
There also must be consideration for the fleet of buses that will leave the site at the conclusion of the day’s competition schedule.
No Paralympic schedule as of November 13, 2025 The City needs to add the Paralympic schedule to the Venue Register spreadsheet when it is announced.
9.8 Milestones
A working version of this document has been provided to the City of Carson, as this document should be updated as operational work progresses.
Purpose
To provide a summary of key dates generated from various sources to help guide the City of Carson in their preparations.
Clarification
There are numerous milestones within this section, and some will have a direct impact on Carson’s preparations.
Others have been included as they may have a secondary or tertiary impact.
Such examples would include deliverables contained in the LA28 and City of Los Angeles agreement.
These deliverables are likely to generate media and public interest and as a Venue City, the City of Carson should be prepared for the possibility it may have to field questions relating to the impact of Carson.
It should also be noted that some of the LA28 deliverables may be consolidated into a wider range plan.
For example, the Impact and Sustainability Plan issued in August 2025 includes but is not limited to the following.
Economic Empowerment
Youth Sports
Healthy Environment
Business Ethics & Anti-Corruption
Human Rights Accessibility
Supply Chain Management
Sustainability Management Governance Structure
# Action/Activity Date Source Change
#
A-1 City (Los Angeles + LA28) Integration
Plan
3/31/2026 City of LA GA 6.5.1
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A-2 City (Los Angeles + LA28) Integration
Plan Update
3/31/2027 City of LA GA 6.5.1
A-3 City (Los Angeles + LA28) Integration
Plan Update
3/31/2028 City of LA GA 6.5.1
A-4 Dissolution Plan 3/31/2027 City of LA 6.5.2
A-5 City Services (Baseline) Normal and
customary City resource levels and costs
1/10/2024 City of LA 7.1.1
A-6 City Services (Enhanced) Enhanced City
Resources Master Agreement (ECRMA)
to identify City resources, rates,
repayment timelines, audit rights, and
other processes for the Games.
1/10/2025 City of LA 7.2
A-7 Venue Service Agreements Venue
Service Agreements (VSA) are entered
into between the City and LA28 to identify
specific tasks, enhanced City resources,
and service levels for identified venues,
zones, and events.
1/10/2026 City of LA 7.4
A-8 Games Legacy entity to be established by 1/31/2028 City of LA 8.1.1 A-9 Human Rights Strategy start by 1/01/2024 City of LA 8.2.2 A-10 Human Rights Strategy completed by 12/31/2025 City of LA 8.2.2 A-11 Community Business and Procurement to
be established by
3/31/2023 City of LA 9.3.1
A-12 Local Hire Working Group to be
established by
3/31/2023 City of LA 9.3.1
A-13 Community Business and Procurement
Program & Local Hire Working Program
Goals to set by
3/31/2025 City of LA 9.3.1
A-14 Community Business and Procurement
Working Group Annual Report
3/31/2026 City of LA 9.3.2
A-15 Community Business and Procurement
Working Group Annual Report
3/31/2027 City of LA 9.3.2
A-16 Community Business and Procurement
Working Group Annual Report
3/31/2028 City of LA 9.3.2
A-17 Sustainability Working Group establish by 3/31/2023 City of LA 10.2.1 A-18 Sustainability Plan 3/31/2025 City of LA 10.1.1 + 10.2.1 A-19 Games Energy Council set up by 3/31/2024 City of LA 10.1.3 A-20 Sustainability Working Annual Report by 3/31/2026 City of LA 10.2.2
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A-21 Sustainability Working Annual Report by 3/31/2027 City of LA 10.2.2 A-22 Sustainability Working Annual Report by 3/31/2028 City of LA 10.2.2 A-23 Transparency - Annual Report to LA City
Council
3/31/2025 City of LA 13.2.1 to 13.2.9
A-24 Transparency - Annual Report to LA City
Council
3/31/2026 City of LA 13.2.1 to 13.2.9
A-25 Transparency - Annual Report to LA City
Council
3/31/2027 City of LA 13.2.1 to 13.2.9
A-26 Transparency - Annual Report to LA City
Council
3/31/2028 City of LA 13.2.1 to 13.2.9
A-27 Transparency - Annual Report to LA City
Council
3/31/2029 City of LA 13.2.1 to 13.2.9
# Action/Activity Date Source Change
#
B-1 End of Contract Term Conditions
rather than
a specified
date
City of Carson GA 4
B-2 Agree to, in writing, a detailed
description of Normal and Customary
Services by
1/10/2025 City of Carson GA 7.1.1
B-3 Enhanced City Resources Master
Agreement (ECMRA) by
1/10/2026 City of Carson GA 7.2
B-4 Venue Services Agreement by 1/10/2027 City of Carson GA 7.4 B-5 City Advertising Space option period
from
6/30/2025 City of Carson GA 8.1
B-6 City Advertising Space option period to 1/07/2025 City of Carson GA 8.1 B-7 City Advertising Space anticipated
Games period from
6/30/2028 City of Carson GA 8.1
B-8 City Advertising Space anticipated
Games period to
9/3/2028 City of Carson GA 8.1
B-9 Priority Room Block at New City
Developments from
6/21/2028 City of Carson GA 9
B-10 Priority Room Block at New City
Developments to
8/31/2028 City of Carson GA 9
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C-1 Olympic Games Opening Ceremony 7/14/2028 LA.Org
C-2 Paralympics Opening Ceremony 8/15/2028 LA.Org
C-3 Olympic Games Closing Ceremony 7/30/2028 LA.Org
C-4 Paralympics Closing Ceremony 8/27/2028 LA.Org
C-5 Test Events From TBC LA28
C-6 Test Events To TBC LA28
C-7 Test Events specific to City of Carson TBC LA28
C-8 Readiness exercises TBC LA28
C-9 Main Operations Centre (MOC) opens
(includes Functional Area Command
Centres)
TBC LA28
C-10 Main Operations Centre (MOC) closes TBC LA28
C-11 City of Carson Sports and Venues (inc.
Non-Exclusive & Exclusive use)
7/14/2025 LA28 & Venue Use
Agreement June 2024
C-12 City of Carson Daily Sports Schedule
Olympics
TBC LA28
C-13 City of Carson Daily Sports Schedule
Paralympics
TBC LA28
C-14 City of Carson Attendance estimates
Olympics
TBC LA28
C-15 City of Carson Attendance estimates
Paralympics
TBC LA28
# Action/Activity Date Source Change
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D-1 Three years out Olympics 7/14/2026 Calculated
D-2 Two years out Olympics 7/14/2026 Calculated
D-3 One year out Olympics 7/14/2027 Calculated
D-4 Six months out Olympics 1/14/2028 Calculated
D-5 200 days out Olympics 12/27/2027 Calculated
D-6 100 days out Olympics 4/5/2028 Calculated
D-7 One month out Olympics 6/14/2028 Calculated
D-8 Three years out Paralympics 8/15/2025 Calculated
D-9 Two years out Paralympics 8/15/2026 Calculated
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D-10 One year out Paralympics 8/15/2027 Calculated
D-11 Six months out Paralympics 1/15/2028 Calculated
D-12 200 days out Paralympics 1/28/2028 Calculated
D-13 100 days out Paralympics 5/7/2028 Calculated
D-14 One month out Paralympics 7/15/2028 Calculated
# Action/Activity Date Source Change
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E-1 Milan 2026 Winter Olympics OC 6/2/2026 Milancortina2026.olympics.co m
E-2 Milan 2026 Winter Olympics CC 2/22/2026 Milancortina2026.olympics.co m
E-3 Milan 2026 Paralympics OC 3/6/2026 Milancortina2026.olympics.co m
E-4 Milan 2026 Paralympics CC 3/15/2026 Milancortina2026.olympics.co m
# Action/Activity Date Source Change
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F-1 FIFA World Cup Opening Game (Mexico
City)
6/11/2026 FIFA.com
F-2 FIFA World Cup LA Games (SoFi
Stadium, Inglewood, CA) (June 12, 15,
18, 21 25, 28, July 2, 10)
6/12/2026 FIFA.com
F-3 FIFA World Cup Final (New Jersey) 7/19/2026 FIFA.com
# Action/Activity Date Source Change
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G-1 Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec. 2027 City of Carson G-2 Winter Fest Dec. 2027 City of Carson
G-3 City of Carson 60th Feb. 2028 City of Carson
G-4 Cesar E. Chavez Tribute March 2028 City of Carson G-5 Earth Day Kids Fest April 2028 City of Carson
G-6 Cinco de Mayo Celebration May 2028 City of Carson G-7 Memorial Day Tribute May 2028 City of Carson
G-8 Philippine Independence Day Celebration
June 2028 City of Carson
G-9 Juneteenth Celebration June 2028 City of Carson
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G-10 Samoan Heritage Festival June 2028 City of Carson G-11 Fam Fest August 2028 City of Carson
G-12 Mariachi Fiesta Sept. 2028 City of Carson
G-13 Halloween Carnival October
2028
City of Carson
G-14 Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony Dec. 2028 City of Carson G-15 Winter Fest Dec. 2028 City of Carson
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H-1 Median enhancements along Avalon Blvd Prov. Dates
Start
1st qtr. of
2026
Completion
4th qtr. of
2026
City of Carson H-2 Del Amo Blvd Bike Lane (between Avalon going eastbound)
Prov. Dates
Start
2nd qtr. of
2026
Completion
2nd qtr. of
2027
City of Carson
H-3 Victoria Transit Center by CSUDH Prov. Dates
Start
1st qtr. of
2027
Completion
1st qtr. of
2028
City of Carson
H-4 Street Improvement (Avalon and
Wilmington Ave)
Prov. Dates
Start
3rd qtr. of
2026
Completion
4th qtr. of
2026
City of Carson
H-5 Traffic Signal Upgrades (Avalon Blvd
between 126th St to Sepulveda)
Prov. Dates
Start
3rd qtr. of
2026
Completion
City of Carson
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3rd qtr. of
2027
H-6 Traffic congestion improvement along
Carson St (between 110 & 405 freeways)
Prov. Dates
Start
4th qtr. of
2026
Completion
4th qtr. of
2027
City of Carson
H-7 Redesign of MLK Blvd (Between Main St
and Avalon Blvd)
Prov. Dates
Start
1st qtr. of
2026
Completion
1st qtr. of
2027
City of Carson
H-8 Avalon Boulevard from Lomita Boulevard
to 223rd Street Improvements
Prov. Dates
Start
2nd qtr. of
2026
Completion
4th qtr. of
2026
H-9 Plan/design ITS upgrades to fiberoptics,
CCTV, traffic signals, changeable
message signs, etc.
Prov. Dates
Start
2nd qtr. of
2026
Completion
2nd qtr. of
2027
H-10 Figueroa Street from Lomita Boulevard to
223rd Street Improvements
Prov. Dates
Start
2nd qtr. of
2026
Completion
4th qtr. of
2026
H-11 Main Street from Lomita Boulevard to
228th Street Improvements
Prov. Dates
Start
2nd qtr. of
2026
Completion
4th qtr. of
2026
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I-1 (1st) Broadcasting Rights Holders
Meeting
08/15/2026 KPMG
I-2 (2nd) Broadcasting Rights Holders
Meeting
08/15/2027 KPMG
I-3 Chef de Mission meeting starts 01/07/2027 KPMG
I-4 Chef de Mission meeting ends 06/07/2027 KPMG
I-5 Volunteer estimate for Carson set 09/15/2026 KPMG
I-6 Volunteer Recruitment 01/02/2027 KPMG
I-7 Volunteer Assignments 01/09/2027 KPMG
I-8 Ticketing Sales Opens Olympics 01/12/2026 KPMG
I-9 Ticketing Sales Opens Paralympics 01/10/2027 KPMG
I-10 Olympic Fame Lit/Torch Journey Starts 02/15/2028 KPMG I-11 Torch Arrives in City of Los Angeles 04/07/2028 KPMG I-12 Games Medals unveiled 02/29/2028 KPMG
I-13 Medal podiums unveiled 01/05/2028 KPMG
I-14 147th IOC session in 2028
July 2028 LA28 to provide date
I-15 International Sports Federation visits
Several LA28 to coordinate
I-16 IOC visits
Several LA28 to coordinate
I-17 IOC Medical Commission visit
Several LA28 to coordinate
I-18 Sports visits by country
Several LA28 to coordinate
I-19 NOC visits
Several LA28 to coordinate
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9.9 Legacy Building Projects – Staff Hours
Staffing:
Estimate of staff hours required to develop Operating Plan.
Hours Range FTE Range Annual
Program Complexity Low High Low High
2028 Olympic and Paralympic Celebration Site High 500 800 0.30 0.48 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Live Sites Medium – High 300 500 0.18 0.30 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Countdown
Clock Low 100 200 0.06 0.12
City of Carson House High 500 800 0.30 0.48
NOC Houses High 500 800 0.30 0.48
2028 Volunteer Center Medium 200 300 0.12 0.18
2028 Information Centers Low – Medium 150 250 0.09 0.15 Commemorative Pins/Memorabilia Low 100 200 0.06 0.12
Olympic and Paralympic School-Based
Education Program Low 100 200 0.06 0.12
Youth Sport Programming Medium 200 300 0.12 0.18
Youth Internships1 Medium 200 300 0.12 0.18
2028 Carson Cultural Program High 500 800 0.30 0.48
Festivals and City of Carson 60th Anniversary Low 100 200 0.06 0.12 Home Stay Program1 High 500 800 0.30 0.48
Citywide Shopping Program Medium – High 300 500 0.18 0.30 City Beautification High 500 800 0.30 0.48
Commemorative Olympic/Paralympic
Sculpture High 500 800 0.30 0.48
Economic Hosting2 TBD 0 0
Carson Speakers' Bureau Medium 200 300 0.12 0.18
Totals 5950 9650 3.54 5.74
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Hours Range
Standard Estimates Low High
Low 100 200
Low – Medium 150 250
Medium 200 300
Medium – High 300 500
High 500 800
Notes
This spreadsheet only estimates the staff hours required to create each Operating Plan and doesn't include any staff beyond development of operating plans.
This spreadsheet supports the "Legacy-Building Programs Opportunities" section of the Report.
See GANTT chart - Operating plans to be developed between May and August 2026 FTE (Annual Full time Equivalents) based on working year of 1,680 hours The staff hours required to delivery each program will be generated through each Operating Plan 1 Programs may require operational plans to be accelerated 2 Pending developments of scope
Staff cost to develop operating plans – FTE Low/High X average mid manager city salary including benefits
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9.10 Legacy Building Projects – Tasks
Tasks
Foundation Operational Planning Testing and Delivery Dissolution 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
Program Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun Jul Aug Sep Oct Nov Dec Jan Feb Mar Apr May Jun 2028 Olympic and Paralympic Live Sites
2028 Olympic and Paralympic Countdown Clock
City of Carson House
NOC Houses
2028 Volunteer Center
2028 Information Centers
Commemorative Pins/Memorabilia
Olympic and Paralympic School-Based Education Program
Youth Sport Programming
Youth Internships2
2028 Carson Cultural Program
Festivals and City of Carson 60th Anniversary
Home Stay Program2 4 (dependent on demand)
Citywide Shopping Program
City Beautification
Commemorative Olympic/Paralympic Sculpture
Economic Hosting
Carson Speakers' Bureau
Key
Notes:
1 Assumption is that every program will be approved at Stages 1 and 2 2 Youth Internships, Community Celebrations, Home Stay Program don't fit the City of Carson Program Approval Framework and may need alternative timelines 3 Dependency on milestones
4 Dependency on demand
Stage 1 review: City of Carson Program Approval Framework Stage 1 approvals: Programs approved for 2nd Stage process Develop Operational Plan
Operational Plans Reviewed and Final Program approval
To be decided
Delivery: Operationalization of the program
Commissioning and Delivery
Decommissioning of the program
Final Report
(dependent on milestones)
(dependent on demand)
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CITY OF CARSON 701 East Carson Street
Report to Honorable Mayor and City Council
Tuesday, January 20, 2026, 5:00 PM
DISCUSSION 29. To: Honorable Mayor and City Council From: John Raymond, Executive Director CRA Administration Subject: ACTING AS THE HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD, CONSIDER THE APPOINTMENT OF THREECARSON RECLAMATION AUTHORITY BOARD MEMBERS, AND ACTING AS THE BOARDS OF COMMUNITYFACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2012-1 AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2012-2, CONSIDER THEAPPOINTMENT OF A CARSON RECLAMATION AUTHORITY BOARD MEMBER (HOUSING AUTHORITY) I. SUMMARY
Under the Bylaws of the Carson Reclamation Authority, as amended in 2021, the Chair of Community Facilities Districts No. 2012-1 and 2012-2 ("CFD 2012-1 and 2012-2") nominates one person to be a member of the Carson Reclamation Authority Board. By separate action on this agenda, the Chair of the Housing Authority nominates and the Housing Authority Board ratifies three members of the Carson Reclamation Authority Board: a member of the Planning Commission, a member of the Environmental Commission or the Public Works Commission; and a member of the Economic Development Commission. The ability of Community Facility District No. 2012-2 to levy taxes or issue debt was terminated in November, 2024.
There are four members to be appointed, three by action of the Housing Authority and one by action of the CFD Boards.
The first action would be for the Chair to nominate and the Board to ratify one member from each of the Planning Commission, the Environmental Commission or the Public Works Commission, and the Economic Development Commission, to serve on the Carson Reclamation Authority for five-year terms, subject to continued qualification.
The second action would be for the Chair of CFD 2012-1 and CFD No. 2012-2 to nominate and the Board to ratify one member to serve on the Carson Reclamation Authority for a five-year term. The current term expires on January 21, 2026.
II. RECOMMENDATION
1. ACTING AS THE HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD,
NOMINATE and RATIFY the appointment of a member of the Carson Planning Commission to a five-year term on the Carson Reclamation Authority, subject to continued qualification.
NOMINATE and RATIFY the appointment of a member of the Carson Environmental Commission or the Carson Public Works Commission to a five-year term on the Carson Reclamation Authority, subject to continued qualification.
NOMINATE and RATIFY the appointment of a member of the Carson Economic Development Commission to a five-year term on the Carson Reclamation Authority, subject to continued qualification.
2. ACTING AS THE BOARDS OF COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2012-1 AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2012-2, NOMINATE and RATIFY one member to a five-year term on the Carson Reclamation Authority.
III. ALTERNATIVES
TAKE another action the Board deems appropriate.
IV. BACKGROUND
The Carson Reclamation Authority is a joint powers agency formed between the Carson Housing Authority, the Community Facilities District No. 2012-1 of the City of Carson, and the Community Facilities District No. 2012-2 of the City of Carson. (Any liens placed or debt issued by CFD No. 2012-2 were terminated in November, 2024.) Pursuant to its bylaws and joint exercise of powers agreement, the Reclamation Authority is governed by a five member board of directors whose membership is made by category, and generally appointed by the Chairman of the Carson Housing Authority subject to ratification by a majority vote of the Housing Authority Board, with the exception of one appointment made by the Board of the Community Facilities Districts. These are those appointments. Individuals who qualify to serve on the Reclamation Authority Board have a term of five years unless the Reclamation Authority’s board of directors, by a majority, vote to remove the individual, or in the case of the members appointed by the Housing Authority, unless they are otherwise unqualified such as longer being seated on their respective City commissions.
V. FISCAL IMPACT
None.
VI. EXHIBITS
None.
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DISCUSSION 30. To: Honorable Mayor and City Council From: Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk CCO Administration Subject: CONSIDERATION OF ONLY LOCAL UNCONTESTED APPOINTMENTS TO THE CITY’SCOMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES, AND BOARDS, AND CITY AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS BY MAYOR ANDCITY COUNCIL AND CONSIDER ALL (CONTESTED AND UNCONTESTED) APPOINTMENTS TO ALLCOMMISSIONS (CITY COUNCIL) I. SUMMARY
This item is on the agenda to consider only uncontested appointments of City Commission, Committee, andBoard members in accordance with the City Charter, Article VI, by Mayor and City Council. Also, consider all (contested and uncontested) appointments to all commissions and also considerappointments to City Affiliated Organizations. Pursuant to Section 602 of the City Charter provides, in part, the mayor and each member of the city councilmay appoint one member to a position on each City board or City commission, and the remainingmembership positions shall be appointed by the mayor and approved by a majority of the city council,including the three alternates. At the January 6, 2026, City Council meeting, Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes continued this item to a futuremeeting.
II. RECOMMENDATION
TAKE the following actions:
1. CONSIDER and only APPOINT uncontested members to the City Commissions, Committees, and Boards;
2. CONSIDER and APPOINT all (contested and uncontested) members to all commissions except Planning Commission and Environmental Commission;
3. CONSIDER and APPOINT members to City Affiliated Organizations;
4. DIRECT the City Clerk to notify all affected appointments of this action in writing;
5. IF APPLICABLE, DIRECT the City Clerk to post and publish in accordance with the Maddy Act III. ALTERNATIVES
N/A
701 East Carson Street
IV. BACKGROUND
Every two years after the municipal election, most Commission and Board appointments expire. As unscheduled vacancies occur and/or members are frequently absent, it is best practice to consider new appointments.
Invitations to submit an appointment application for all interested person(s) were posted in accordance with the Maddy Act. Applications for individuals requesting appointments were previously provided under separate cover to the Mayor and City Council.
V. FISCAL IMPACT
Funds for member stipends are already budgeted for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
VI. EXHIBITS
None
Attachments
Exhibit 1 - January 20, 2026, Agenda Report.pdf
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** M
a
Mayor's uncontested
Denotes vacated seat
I. COMMISSIONS
[1] Economic Development Commission
Established by: Ordinance No. 00-1191. §1 (CMC §27104.1); Ordinance No. 21-2108 Membership:
Qualification:
Meetings:
Staff Liaison:
Support Staff:
Appointed Term Expires
Aldridge Jr., Ray (LDH)** 12-06-22 11-30-26
Childers, Christopher (CH) 12-06-22 11-30-26
Embry, Darren (LDH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Kelley, Blake (LDH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Jimenez, Trini (AR) 12-06-22 11-30-26
Luevano, Jose (JH) 06-17-25 11-30-26
Sparrow, Clyde (LDH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Wallace, Deborah (LDH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Baddeley, Kevin (JD) 06-17-25 11-30-26
Cordova, Ted (LDH) Alt. 1 04-04-23 11-30-26
Ibarra, Victor (LDH) Alt. 2 02-06-24 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 3 11-30-26
CITY OF CARSON
LOCAL APPOINTMENTS LIST FOR
COMMISSIONS, COMMITTEES, AND BOARDS
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54970 et seq.)
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the current terms for the following Commissioners, Committee and Board Members will expire as indicated for the respective bodies listed. Any interested resident of the City of Carson, California is eligible to serve on any of the below-named commissions, committees, or boards unless otherwise specified. Applications are available at the City Clerk's Office by request at (310) 952-1720.
The following appointed positions may receive compensation John Raymond, Asst. City Mgr x1773;
Article VI, §602 of the City Charter: To be qualified for appointment, the member shall be a qualified elector of the City, shall be domiciled in the City for at least sixty (60) days immediately preceding their appointment, and shall continue to reside in the City for the duration of his or her tenure, unless otherwise provided by ordinance.
The mayor and each member of the city council may appoint one member to a position on each City board, committee or commission, and the remaining membership positions shall be appointed by the mayor and approved by a majority of the city council, including the three alternates.
9 members; 3 alternates
Shall be and remain a resident of, or have a place of employment or business in the City of Carson, and be at least 18 years of age. Shall include representatives of all major sectors of the Carson business community as determined in the sole discretion of the City Council.
Sandy Solis, Division Secretary x1325
1st Thursday, 8:00 a.m., Executive Conference Room
Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 1
[2] Environmental Commission*
Established by: Ordinance No. 70-128; §1 (CMC §2750); Ordinance No. 21-2103 Membership:
Qualification:
Meetings:
Staff Liaison:
Support Staff:
Analyst x1636; Kristin Smith, Council Aide x1743
Appointed Term Expires
Vacant (JH) 11-30-26
Swayzer, Ezekiel (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Hopson, Lillian (LDH)** 12-03-24 11-30-26
Ford, Brittney (LDH) 05-21-25 11-30-26
Koons, William (JD) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Peralta, Maribel (AR) 01-07-25 11-30-26
Hunt, Joseph (LDH) 05-21-25 11-30-26
Taylor, Hourie (CH) 12-06-22 11-30-26
Watkins, Freeman (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 1 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 2 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 3 11-30-26
[3] Human Relations Commission*
Established by:
Membership: 11 members (7 general, 2 youth, 2 w/ a focus on disability-related matters); 3 alternates Qualification:
Meetings: 3rd Wednesday, 6:30 p.m., City Manager Conference Room Staff Liaison: Cac Le, Council Aide x1722
Support Staff:
Appointed Term Expires
Junio, Teresita (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Calhoun, Jill (AR) 12-06-22 11-30-26
Davenport, Kimberley (JH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Fuentes, Sonia (JD) 12-02-25 11-30-26
Ramos, Jessica (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Reed, Cassandra (CH) 12-06-22 11-30-26
Russ, Harriett (LDH)** 12-03-24 11-30-26
Ifeacho, Dr. Chinyere (LDH) Alt. 1 12-03-24 11-30-26
Viernes, Irene (LDH) Alt. 2 12-03-24 11-30-26
Vacany (LDH) Alt. 3 11-30-26
Thompson, Audra (LDH) Disability Advocate Member 10-21-25 11-30-26 Padua, Luz Disability Advocate Member 10-21-25 11-30-26 Paxton, Cameron (LDH) Youth 02-18-25 06-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Youth 06-30-26
9 members; 3 alternates
Reata Kulcsar, Innovation & Sustainability Officer x1312 Shall be and remain a resident of the City of Carson and be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of the member's appointment
Shall be a resident of the City of Carson. Youth members shall be 16-21 years of age, enrolled in school at time of appointment, maintain a 2.0 GPA, shall have interest in human relations.
Ordinance No. 74-294; Ordinance No. 87-812, §1; Ordinance No. 89-883,§1 1st Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. (Executive Conference Room)
Jessica Coria, Division Secretary x1823; Evelyne Carmona, Senior Administrative Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 2
[4] Parks, Recreation and Cultural Arts Commission*
Established by: Ordinance No. 69-65 (CMC §2735); Ordinance No. 21-2106 Membership: 9 members; 3 alternates
Qualification:
Meetings: Last Thursday, 6:30 p.m. (Executive Conference Room) Staff Liaison: Michael Whittiker Jr., Director of Community Services x3571 Support Staff: Kimberly Madrigal, Administrative Secretary x3581 Appointed Term Expires
Cainglet, Jesus-Alex (CH) 12-06-22 11-30-26
Cortado, Kimberly (JH) 06-20-23 11-30-26
Dahilig Jr., Cesar (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Lawrence, Shannon (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Gonzalez, Walter (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Hilliard, Kisa (JD) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Hunter, Edwina (AR) 12-06-22 11-30-26
Langston, DeAnthony (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Johnson, Jo Jacqueline (LDH)** 04-01-25 11-30-26
Brown Sr., Kelvin (LDH) Alt. 1 12-03-24 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 2 11-30-26
Brillantes, Rudolfo (LDH) Alt. 3 12-03-24 11-30-26
[5] Planning Commission*
Established by: Ordinance No. 13, §1 (CMC §2700); § 606 of the City Charter Membership: 9 members; 3 alternates
Qualification:
Monthly Meeting: 2nd and 4th Tuesday, 6:30 p.m. (City Council Chambers) Staff Liaison: Christopher Palmer, Economic Development Mgr. x1365 Support Staff: McKina Alexander, Planning Mgr x1326; Laura Gonzalez, Planning Secretary x1328 Appointed Term Expires
Diaz, Louie (JD) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Docdocil, Frederick (LDH)** 12-03-24 11-30-26
Guerra, Carlos (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Vacant (AR) 11-30-26
Huff, Del (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Wilson, Leticia (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Mfume, DeQuita (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Johnson, Clarence (JH) 03-19-24 11-30-26
Thomas, Dianne (CH) 12-06-22 11-30-26
Montecarlo, Jaime (LDH) Alt. 1 12-03-24 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 2 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 3 11-30-26
Resident of the City of Carson
Resident of the City of Carson
Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 3
[6] Public Relations Commission*
Established by: Ordinance No. 01-1239, §2 (CMC §27105.1) Membership: 9 members; 3 alternates
Qualification:
Meetings: 4th Tuesday, 12:00 p.m. (City Manager Conference Room) Staff Liaison: Danielle Hasley, Public Information Analyst x1606 Support Staff: Christine Foisia, Senior Clerk x1740
Appointed Term Expires
Eatman, Sonya (LDH) Community Representative 12-03-24 11-30-26 Waddis, Dorcas (LDH)* Community Representative 06-17-25 11-30-26 Stewart, Linda (LDH) Community Representative 12-03-24 11-30-26 Sandoz, Jeretta (AR) Community Representative 12-03-24 11-30-26 Ross, Dorothy (JD) Public Relations Specialist 12-03-24 11-30-26 Nunley, Madalyn (LDH) Public Relations Specialist 12-03-24 11-30-26 Pitcher, Pamela (LDH) Public Relations Specialist 12-03-24 11-30-26 Smith, Byron (CH) Public Relations Specialist 03-06-24 11-30-26 Price, Dr. Denice (JH) Public Relations Specialist 04-04-23 11-30-26 Washington, Deborah (LDH) Alt. 1 06-17-25 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 2 11-30-26
Page, Brent (LDH) Alt. 3 02-18-25 11-30-26
[7] Public Safety Commission*
Established by: Ordinance No. 99-1160 § 1; Ordinance No. 01-1239 § 1 (CMC §27103.6); Ordinance No. 21-2104
Membership: 9 members; 3 alternates
Qualification:
Meetings: 3rd Thursday, 6:30 p.m. (Executive Conference Room) Staff Liaison: Priscilla Palma, Division Secretary x1787 Support Staff: Vacant
Appointed Term Expires
Allen, Jeffrey (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Arnold, Keith (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Flinton, Lawrence (AR) 08-06-24 11-30-26
Dacus, Samuel (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Dorsey, Donnie (CH) 12-06-22 11-30-26
Lewis, Prentiss (JH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Rivers, Angela (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Romero, Heidi (LDH)** 12-03-24 11-30-26
Cogut, Louis (JD) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Wilson, Michael (LDH) Alt. 1 12-03-24 11-30-26
Brown, Randy (LDH) Alt. 2 12-03-24 11-30-26
Fields, Brandon (LDH) Alt. 3 06-17-25 11-30-26
Shall be a resident of the City of Carson and be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of the member’s appointment.
Shall reside or be employed in the City of Carson and be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of the member’s appointment.
Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 4
[8] Public Works Commission*
Established by: Ordinance No. 99-1181 § 2 (CMC § 2798.6) Membership: 9 members; 3 alternates
Qualification:
Meetings: 2nd Monday, 6:30 p.m. (Executive Conference Room) Staff Liaison: Gilbert Marquez, Principle City/Civil Engineer x1813 Support Staff: Taelour C. James, Division Secretary x1801 Appointed Term Expires
Vacant (AR) 11-30-26
Vacant (JD) 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) 11-30-26
McNichols, Ryan (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) 11-30-26
Benson, Melvin (CH) 07-18-23 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH)** 11-30-26
Martin, Jr., Marion (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Todd Griffin, Kellie (JH) 01-07-25 11-30-26
Obiora, Emmanuel (LDH) Alt. 1 12-03-24 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 2 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 3 11-30-26
[9] Senior Citizens Advisory Commission*
Established by: Ordinance No. 97-1119, § 1 (CMC § 2799.6) Membership: 11 members; 3 alternates
Qualification:
Meetings: 2nd Monday, 4:00 p.m. (Community Center, Carson/Dominguez room) Staff Liaison: Mike Whittiker Jr., Dir. of Comm. Srvs. x1780; Dani Cook, Human Srvs. Supv. X04/04/2380 Support Staff:
Appointed Term Expires
Graves, Shirley (LDH)** 12-03-24 11-30-26
Lopez, Delia (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Leverette, Ernestine (AR) 05-06-25 11-30-26
Dunn, Linda (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Bates, Billye (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Patterson, Patricia (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Ronquillo, Myrna (JD) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Ruiz-Raber, Julie (CH) 12-06-22 11-30-26
Seymore, Dr. Vergie (JH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Simpson-Lott, Darlene (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Walker, Itelia (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Brown, LaRhonda (LDH) Alt. 1 12-03-24 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 2 11-30-26
Davis, Pauline (LDH) Alt. 3 12-03-24 11-30-26
Brenda Reed, Senior Clerk x1775;
Have interest, experience or ability in construction, transportation, traffic, or circulation areas to ensure that traffic, vehicle parking, bikeways, and transportation systems and other City facilities are regulated and constructed in a manner calculated to best provide for the safety and welfare of the public. Shall be and remain a resident of, or have a place of employment or business in, the City of Carson, and be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of the member’s appointment.
Resident of the City of Carson and be at least 50 years of age at the time of appointment.
Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 5
[10] Veterans Affairs Commission*
Established by: Ordinance No. 99-1154, § 1 (CMC § 27102.6) Membership: 11 members; 3 alternates
Qualification:
Meetings: 3rd Monday, 6:00 p.m. (Veterans SportsComplex - Activity Room) Staff Liaison: Kisheen Tulloss, Council Aide x1711
Support Staff: Mikala Multiauaopele, Division Secretary x3557 Appointed Term Expires
Batucal, Arthur (JH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Boyd, Robert (JD) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Branch, Jr., Roger (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Da Silva, Manuel (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Raber, Brian (CH) 12-06-22 11-30-26
Salomon, Emmanuel (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Mosequera, Nemie P. (LDH)** 12-03-24 11-30-26
Woods, Richard (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Woods, Thomas (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Seay, Al (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Wilvert, Karl (AR) 12-06-22 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 1 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 2 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 3 11-30-26
Shall be a resident of the City of Carson and be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of the member’s appointment.
Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 6
[11] Women's Issues Commission*
Established by: Ordinance No. 02-1246, § 1 (CMC § 27106.6) Membership: 9 members; 3 alternates
Qualification:
Meetings: 4th Monday, 6:00 p.m. (City Manager Conference Room) Staff Liaison: Ravynne Staine, Council Aide x1733
Support Staff: Vacant
Appointed Term Expires
Vacant (LDH) 11-30-26
Fielder, Yolanda (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Fields-Robinson, Dr. Leandrea (LDH)** 12-03-24 11-30-26 Foster, Carolyn (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Finley, Stephanie (JD) 10-21-25 11-30-26
Odom Houze, Susan (JH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Price, Dr. Greta (AR) 12-06-22 11-30-26
Williams, Maria (CH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Tresvant, Sheila (LDH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Graves, Keichun (LDH) Alt. 1 12-03-24 11-30-26
Mackson, Monique (LDH) Alt. 2 12-03-24 11-30-26
Johnson, Veronica (LDH) Alt. 3 12-03-24 11-30-26
[12] Youth Commission*
Appointed Term Expires
06-06-24 06-30-25
06-06-24 06-30-25
06-06-24 06-30-25
06-06-24 06-30-25
12-03-24 06-30-25
12-03-24 06-30-25
06-30-26
06-06-24 06-30-25
06-06-24 06-30-25
01-07-25 06-30-26
Established by:
Membership:
Qualification:
Meetings:
Staff Liaison:
Support Staff:
Mitchell, Hannah (LDH)
Moore, Joshua (JH)
Redway, Khristopher (LDH)
Estrada, Juan (LDH)
Villasana, Andrea (JD)
Mitchell, Jazcidi (LDH)
Pua, Sydney-Rae (LDH)**
Smith, Zoey (CH)
Williams, Liv (LDH)
Homna, Kayla (AR)
Macias, Lea (LDH)
01-07-25 06-30-26
Alt. 1 06-30-26
Alt. 2 06-30-26
Ortiz, Miranda (LDH)
Cones-Canx, Sydney (LDH)
Cruz, Jayden (LDH) Alt. 3 06-30-26
Ordinance No. 98-1132, § 1 (CMC § 27100.6 )
11 members; 3 alternates
Resident of the City of Carson and be at least 13, but not more than 18 years of age at the time of appointment.
2nd Wednesday, 7:00 p.m. (Executive Conference Room)
Brian Legaspi, Council Aide x1721
Vacant
Shall be a resident of the City of Carson or work in the City of Carson during their tenure on the Commission and shall be at least eighteen (18) years of age at the time of the member’s appointment.
Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 7
01-06-26
01-06-26
01-06-26
01-06-26
II. BOARDS & COMMITTEES
[13] Measure C and Measure K Budget Oversight Committee Established by:
Membership: 5 members; 2 alternates
Qualification: Resident of the City of Carson.
Meetings: 2nd Tuesday, 6:30p.m. (Community Center)
Staff Liaison: William Jefferson, Director of Finance x1756 Support Staff: Vicki Hernandez, Senior Clerk x1744
Appointed Term Expires
Dorsey-Reeves, Vera (CH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Cottrell-Fulbright, Lisa (AR) 05-06-25 11-30-26
Hunter, Cynthia (LDH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Momoli, Nora (JD) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Hemphill, Dr. Afia (JH) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 1 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 2 11-30-26
[14] Mobilehome Park Rental Review Board*
Established by: Ordinance No. 79-485U, §4702; § 607 of the City Charter Membership:
Qualification:
Meetings: 2nd and 4th Wednesday, 6:30 p.m. (City Council Chambers) Staff Liaison: Tara Matthew, Interim Housing Program Manager x1708 Support Staff: Sandy Solis, Division Secretary x1325
Appointed Term Expires
Vacant (JH) At-large 11-30-26
Valdez, Daniel (JD) At-large 12-03-24 11-30-26
Vacant (AR) At-large 11-30-26
Clark Harris, Dr. Alice (LDH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Muhammad, Nafis (LDH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Perez, Karey (LDH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Hayes, Phyllis (LDH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Horton, Maria (LDH) Pending Oath Park owner 12-02-25 11-30-26 Forbath, Susy (LDH) Park owner 04-04-23 11-30-26
Dzikowski, Barbara (LDH) Pending OathPark owner Alt. [1] 12-02-25 11-30-26 Kleege, Robert Bruce (LDH) Park owner Alt. [2] 03-04-25 11-30-26 Vacant (LDH)** Resident homeowner 11-30-26
King, Tom (CH) Resident homeowner 01-17-23 11-30-26
Davis, William (LDH) Resident homeowner Alt. [1] 04-04-23 11-30-26 Richardson, Sheila (LDH) Resident homeowner Alt. [2] 08-06-24 11-30-26 See membership.
7 members (2 resident homeowners, 2 park owners, 3 at-large who are residents of the City and not homeowners, park owners, landlords, property managers or tenants in multifamily housing); 8 alternates (2 resident homeowners, 2 park owners, 4 at-large) Article VI, §602 of the City Charter: To be qualified for appointment, the member shall be a qualified elector of the City, shall be domiciled in the City for at least sixty (60) days immediately preceding their appointment, and shall continue to reside in the City for the duration of his or her tenure, unless otherwise provided by ordinance.
The mayor and each member of the city council may appoint one member to a position on each City board, committee or commission, and the remaining membership positions shall be appointed by the mayor and approved by a majority of the city council, including the three alternates.
At-large Alt. [1]
At-large Alt. [2]
At-large Alt. [3]
Ordinance No. 09-1423 (CMC §61119); Amended by Resolution No. 19-027; Amended by Resolution No. 21-030
At-large Alt. [4]
Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 8
[15] Relocation Appeals Board
Established by: Ordinance No. 74-313 (CMC § 21004)
Membership: 9 members; 3 alternates
Qualification: Resident of the City of Carson.
Meetings: Only when necessary
Staff Liaison:
Support Staff:
Appointed Term Expires
Batucal, Dennis (LDH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Evans, Linda (LDH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Tate, Dorothy (LDH)** 01-23-24 11-30-26
Guray, Jr., Tancredo "Jun" (JD) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Witherspoon, Murphy (LDH) 01-07-25 11-30-26
Anson, Jr., Oscar (LDH) 01-23-24 11-30-26
Vacant (CH) 11-30-26
Morrison, Christopher (JH) 09-16-25 11-30-26
Vacant (AR) 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 1 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 2 11-30-26
Vacant (LDH) Alt. 3 11-30-26
Sandy Solis, Economic Development Liaison x1325
Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 9
III. SPECIAL COMMITTEE
[16] General Plan Advisory Committee
Established by Minute Action 10-03-17; Amended by Resolution No. 19-029; Amended by Resolution No. 21-031 Membership: 7 members; 2 alternates
Meetings: Only when necessary
Staff Liaison: McKina Alexander, Senior Planner x1326
Support Staff: Planning Technician x1327
Appointed Term Expires
Mayor Lula Davis-Holmes (LDH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Councilmember Jim Dear (JD) 12-03-24 11-30-26
Brimmer, Charlotte (LDH)** 04-04-23 11-30-26
Dudley-Kimble, Monica (CH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Gonzalez, Leonor (AR) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Hamilton, Dr. John (JH) 04-04-23 11-30-26
Sheriff Department Representative (LDH) 04-04-23 11-30-26 Cottrell-Fulbright, Lisa (LDH) Alt. 1 04-04-23 11-30-26 Lott, Aminika (LDH) Alt. 2 04-04-23 11-30-26
IV. SPECIAL BOARD
[17] Carson Reclamation Joint Powers Authority (CRJPA)
Established by Resolution No. 15-01-CRJPA; Resolution No. 21-02-CRJPA Membership: 5 members
Meetings: 1st Monday, 4:00 p.m. (Helen Kawagoe Council Chambers) Staff Liaison: John Raymond, Executive Director x1773
Support Staff: Sylvia Rubio, Executive Assistant x1318
Appointed Term Expires
Authority Chair Lula Davis-Holmes 06-07-21 06-07-26
Vice Chair Cedric Hicks 06-07-21 06-07-26
Board Member Ray Aldridge, Jr. 01-26-21 01-26-26
Board Member Lillian Hopson 01-21-21 01-21-26
Board Member Dianne Thomas 01-21-21 01-21-26
Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 10
V. COUNCIL SUB-COMMITTEES
[18] Bingo/Fireworks/Refuse Ad Hoc Committee
Established by Minute Order 04-02-19
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes 12-03-24
Councilmember Rojas 12-03-24
[19] Community Development/Housing/Logistics & Transit Standing Committee Established by Minute Order 04-02-19
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes 12-03-24
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. 12-03-24
[20] Dignity Health Sports Park/CSUDH/Community Center Standing Committee Established by Minute Order 04-02-19
Appointed
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. 06-01-21
Councilmember Dr. Hilton 06-01-21
[21] Legislative Ad Hoc Committee
Established by Minute Order 02-16-21
Appointed
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. 12-03-24
Councilmember Dr. Hilton 12-03-24
[22] City Hall/Community Center Renovation Ad Hoc Committee Established by Minute Order 01-26-21
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes 01-26-21
Councilmember Dr. Hilton 01-26-21
[23] Economic Development/E-Commerce Ad Hoc Committee
Establised by Minute Order 03-02-21
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes 03-02-21
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. 03-02-21
[24] Conditional Use Permit Ad Hoc Committee
Established by Minute Order 04-05-22
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes 04-05-22
Councilmember Dr. Hilton 04-05-22
Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 11
[25] Housing Ad Hoc Committee
Established by Minute Order 03-16-21
Appointed
Councilmember Dr. Hilton 12-03-24
Councilmember Dr. HiltonMayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. 12-03-24 [26] Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Ad Hoc Committee
Established by Minute Order 09-07-21
Appointed
Councilmember Dr. Hilton 09-07-21
Councilmember Rojas 03-01-22
[27] Standard Management Procedures and Special Events Ad Hoc Committee Established by Minute Order 01-04-22
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes 01-04-22
Councilmember Dr. Hilton 01-04-22
[28] Cell 2 Settlement Ad Hoc Committee
Established by Minute Order 02-07-22 (Carson Reclamation Authority) Appointed
Mayor Davis-HolmesAuthority Chair Lula Davis-Holmes 02-07-22 Mayor Pro Tempore Dr. HiltonBoard Member Dianne Thomas 02-07-22 [29] School Safety Ad Hoc Committee
Established by Minute Order 12-03-24Established by Minute Order 02-15-22 Appointed
Councilmember Dr. Hilton 12-03-24
Councilmember Rojas 12-03-24
Captain Jones Norman 12-03-24
[30] Carson Finance and Audit Committee
Established by Minute Order 06-20-23
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes 06-20-23
Councilmember Rojas 06-20-23
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. 02-18-24
[31] Short-Term Rentals Ad Hoc Committee
Established by Minute Order 03-02-21
Established by Minute Order 10-03-23
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes 10-03-23
Councilmember Dr. Hilton 10-03-23
[32] Special Event Ad Hoc Committee
Established by Minute Order 06-06-24
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes 06-06-24
Councilmember Dr. Hilton 06-06-24
[33] LA '28 Olympics Ad Hoc Committee
Established by Minute Order 07-16-24
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes 07-16-24
Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 12
Councilmember Dr. Hilton 07-16-24
[34] Refinery Ad Hoc Committee
Established by Minute Order 12-03-24
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes 12-03-24
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. 12-03-24
[35] Grocery Store Ad Hoc Committee
Established by Minute Order 06-18-24
Appointed
Councilmember Dr. Hilton Member 06-18-24
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. Member 06-18-24
[36] Gil Smith Memorial Ad Hoc Committee
Established by Minute Order 01-07-25
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes 01-07-25
Councilmember Dr. Hilton 01-07-25
[37] Energy Ad Hoc Committee
Established by Minute Order on 09-16-25
Appointed
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. 09-16-25
Councilmember Dr. Hilton 09-16-25
[38] Transportation and Dial-A-Ride Services Ad Hoc Committee Established by Minute Order on 11-05-25
Appointed
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. 11-05-25
Councilmember Dr. Hilton 11-05-25
VI. CITY AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS
[39] California Contract Cities Association
Appointed
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. Delegate 12-03-24
Mayor Davis-Holmes Alt. 12-03-24
[40]
Appointed
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. Delegate 11-15-22
Councilmember Rojas Alt. 1 12-03-24
Staff Member Reata Kulcsar Alt. 2 11-15-22
[41] County of Los Angeles Public Library Commission
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes Delegate 12-03-24
[42]
Ord. No. 17-1633; LACCE Joint Powers Agreement (Authority) Clean Power Alliance
Automatic designation of Mayor as Delegate per Health and Safety Code Section 4730. City Council as governing body, must select an alternate to act in place of presiding officer (Mayor) in absence, inability, or refusal to act.
County Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles (Dist. No. 8)* Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 13
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes Delegate 01-26-21
Councilmember Dr. Hilton Alternate 12-03-24
[43]
Appointed Term Expires
Councilmember Dear Delegate 01-26-21 01-05-26
(effective 01-03-22)
The District’s governing power is vested in its 35 members of the Board of Trustees. One trustee is appointed by each of the 34 cities and the County Board of Supervisors appoints one to represent unincorporated areas of Los Angeles County.
To be appointed, the member must reside in and be a resident voter of the representative city (or county for county member) in the District. Board member duties and responsibilities include setting policy, establishing the budget, approving expenditures, and retaining legal counsel. The vector Trustee appointment and term are governed by the State Health and Safety Code and begin and end on the first Monday in January. Additionally, the State Health and Safety Code does not allow for alternate members to be appointed.
Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District (Formerly SE Mosquito Abatement)* Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 14
[44] L.A. County City Selection Committee
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes Delegate 01-26-21
Councilmember Dr. Hilton Alt. 01-23-24
[45] League of California Cities
Appointed
Councilmember Rojas Delegate 03-01-22
Councilmember Dr. Hilton Alt. 1 01-26-21
Mayor Davis-Holmes Alt. 2 12-03-24
[46] League of California Cities (Los Angeles Co. Division) Appointed
Councilmember Dr. Hilton Delegate 12-03-24
Councilmember Rojas Alt. 1 01-26-21
Mayor Davis-Holmes Alt. 2 12-03-24
Per Government Code Section 50270, the membership of each such City Selection Committee shall consist of the Mayor of each city within the county. Members of the LA County City Selection Committee include the Mayor of each city within Los Angeles County. Each city appoints an elected official as a delegate to the City Selection Committee; it usually is the Mayor. The term of office for each Member of the LA County City Selection Committee coincides with City Mayor terms, and the Committee meets three or four times a year, at the call of the Chairman. Their duties are to appoint City representatives to such Boards, Commissions and Agencies as may be required by law, i.e., LAFCO, South Coast Air Quality Management District, Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority, Los Angeles County Hazardous Waste Management Advisory Committee; and to nominate for appointment Members to the California Coastal Commission. Nominations for the City Selection Committee appointees to the MTA are made by the Sector Subcommittees for the Sectors whose representatives’ terms are expiring. The cities assigned to one of the four regions in Los Angeles County. Nominations for the City Selection Committee appointees to the MTA are made by the Sector Subcommittees for the Sectors whose representatives’ terms are expiring. The cities assigned to one of the four regions in Los Angeles County (North County/San Fernando Valley, San Gabriel Valley, Southeast Long Beach and Southwest Corridor) shall meet as a Sector Subcommittee. Each candidate with a majority weighted vote will then be nominated from that Sector for consideration for appointment to the MTA.
Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 15
[47] National League of Cities
Appointed
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. Delegate 01-26-21
Councilmember Rojas Alt. 1 12-03-24
Councilmember Dr. Hilton Alt. 2 12-03-24
[48] South Bay Cities Council of Govts (Joint Powers Authority) Appointed
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. Delegate 01-26-21
Mayor Davis-Holmes Alt. 12-03-24
[49] South Bay Workforce Investment Board
Appointed Term Expires
Ted Cordova Member 06-18-24 06-30-28
Jeffrey Jennison Member 06-18-24 06-30-28
Janice Jimenez Member 07-01-21 06-30-25
Tamala Lewis Member 07-01-19 06-30-23
Tami Lorenzen-Fanselow Member 07-01-19 06-30-23
[50] Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) Appointed
Councilmember Dr. Hilton Delegate 01-26-21
Mayor Davis-Holmes Alt. 1 01-26-21
Councilmember Rojas Alt. 2 12-03-24
[51] U.S. Conference of Mayors
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes Delegate 01-26-21
Councilmember Rojas Alt. 1 03-01-22
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. Alt. 2 01-26-21
[52] West Basin Water Association
Appointed
Mayor Davis-Holmes Delegate 12-03-24
Mayor Pro Tempore Hicks, Sr. Alt. 01-26-21
Agenda Report - January 6, 2026 Exhibit 1 16