Carson City Council
October 20, 2026

CITY OF CARSON

HOUSING AUTHORITY/

SUCCESSOR AGENCY/

PUBLIC FINANCING

AUTHORITY/

CITY COUNCILAGENDA
Tuesday, October 20, 2026
701 East Carson Street
City Hall
5:00 PM
Lula Davis-Holmes, Mayor
Dr. Jawane Hilton, District 1 Councilmember Cedric L. Hicks, Sr., Mayor Pro Tem and District 3 Councilmember Jim Dear, District 2 Councilmember Arleen Bocatija Rojas, District 4 Councilmember Dr. Khaleah Bradshaw, City Clerk Monica Cooper, City Treasurer "In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, if you require a disability related modification or accommodation to attend or participate in this meeting, including auxiliary aids or services, please call the City Clerk’s office at 310-952-1720 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting." (Government Code Section 54954.2)

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CALL TO ORDER: CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY (5:00 pm)

ROLL CALL (CITY CLERK)

FLAG SALUTE
INVOCATION (Item 1)

1. BISHOP BYRON L. SMITH SR. FROM LIFTING 3 VEILS MINISTRIES CLOSED SESSION (Items 2-4)

REPORT ON ANY PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (CITY CLERK)

ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (CITY ATTORNEY)
RECESS INTO CLOSED SESSION UNTIL 6:00 P.M. OR UNTIL THE END OF CLOSED SESSION, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST

2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL) — A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation to which the City of Carson is a party. The title of such litigation is as follows: Eric Green v. City of Carson et al.; California Court of Appeal, 2nd Appellate District Case No. B356183 (appeal from LASC Case No. 25STCL03515).

3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION (CITY COUNCIL) — A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with legal counsel regarding pending litigation to which the City of Carson is a party. The title of such litigation is as follows: Jason Cotcher v. City of Carson, WCAB No. ADJ11301772.

4. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (CITY COUNCIL)
— A closed session will be held, pursuant to Government Code 54957.6, with City Manager, Assistant City Manager, and Human Resources Officer, its negotiators(s), regarding labor negotiations related to Council Aide and Senior Council Aide classifications.

RULES OF DECORUM:

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2. All remarks by members of the public shall be addressed to the Mayor or the Chair and not to any other member of the public or to any single Council, Board or Commission Member unless in response to a question from that Member.

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5. All persons attending a Public Meeting shall obey any lawful order of the Presiding Officer to enforce the Rules of Decorum.
• Treat everyone courteously
• Listen to others respectfully
• Exercise self-control
• Give open-minded consideration to all viewpoints
• Focus on the issues and avoid personalizing debate
• Embrace respectful disagreement and dissent as democratic rights that are inherent components of an inclusive public process and tools for forging sound decisions
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION AT 6:00 P.M. OR AT THE END OF CLOSED SESSION, WHICHEVER OCCURS FIRST

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS (CITY ATTORNEY)
INTRODUCTIONS (MAYOR) (Item 5)

5. REPORT FROM CAPTAIN NORMAN OF CARSON SHERIFF'S STATION PRESENTATIONS (Items 6-11)

6. REMINDER OF THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING DATE CHANGE FROM NOVEMBER 3 TO NOVEMBER 4 DUE TO

THE ELECTION

7. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING RED RIBBON WEEK AND PRESENTATION OF AWARDS TO THE 2026 RED

RIBBON WEEK DOOR DECORATING CONTEST WINNERS

8. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING LARRY ITLIONG DAY

9. PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING CITY OF CARSON'S 2026 GOVERNMENT EXPERIENCE AWARD FROM CENTER

FOR DIGITAL GOVERNMENT

10. 2026 COUNTRY WESTERN FAIR RECAP VIDEO

11. RECOGNITION OF THE MULTIMEDIA DIVISION FOR RECEIVING A CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICIALS (CAPIO) STAR AWARD FOR THE 2026 STATE OF THE CITY ADDRESS

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC) (LIMITED TO

ONE HOUR)
The public may address the members of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency on any matters within the jurisdiction of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency or on any items on the agenda of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency, other than closed session matters, prior to any action taken on the agenda. Speakers are limited to no morethan three minutes, speaking once. Oral communications will be limited to one (1) hour unless extended by order of the Mayor with approval of the City Council.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES
CONSENT (Items 12-26)

ANY ITEM OR ITEMS MAY BE REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION
These items are considered to be routine items of business and have, therefore, been placed on the CONSENT CALENDAR. For items remaining on the CONSENT CALENDAR, a single motion to ADOPT the recommended action is in order.

12. CONSIDER A REPORT OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS APPROVED UNDER CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE AUTHORITY FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2026 PURSUANT TO THE CARSON MUNICIPAL CODE (CITY

COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. RECEIVE and FILE contract report (City Manager), September 2026 exhibit one; and, — 2. RECEIVE and FILE contract report (Designee), September 2026 exhibit two.; and, — 3. RECEIVE and FILE budget transfer report, September 2026 exhibit three.

13. CONSIDER A REPORT OF ALL NEW BUSINESS LICENSES ISSUED BY THE CITY OF CARSON FOR THE PERIOD SEPTEMBER 1, 2026, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2026. (CITY COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. RECEIVE and FILE this report.

14. CONSIDER ADOPTING MULTIPLE RESOLUTIONS RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS, DEMAND CHECKS, AND

CO-OP AGREEMENT DEMANDS FOR THE CITY OF CARSON, CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY, THE CARSON

SUCCESSOR AGENCY, AND THE ENTERPRISE FUND (CITY COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-124, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,629,019.38 DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS 187367 THROUGH 187615 AND 336 AND 337 FOR GENERAL DEMAND (CITY COUNCIL); and, — 2. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-11-CHA, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $7,776.67, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS HA-002138 THROUGH HA-002139 (HOUSING AUTHORITY); and,
— 3. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-11-CSA, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,302.80, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS SA-002003 AND SA-002004 (SUCCESSOR AGENCY); and, — 4. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-03-ENT, "A RESOLUTION OF THE ENTERPRISE FUND RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,383,142.52, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS ENT000313 AND ENT-000314 (ENTERPRISE).

15. CONSIDERATION OF A CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH GLOBAL RETIREMENT PARTNERS, LLC,

D/B/A SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, FOR INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT AND ADVISORY SERVICES (CITY

COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. RATIFY waiver of the formal bidding or competitive proposal procedures required under CMC Section 2610 pursuant to CMC Section 2611(f) piggyback purchasing; and, — 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute a Contract Services Agreement with Global Retirement Partners, LLC, d/b/a Shuster Advisory Group, A HUB International Company, for investment management and advisory services, in an amount not to exceed $150,000 and for a term not to exceed five years, subject to City Attorney approval as to form; and,
— 3. WAIVE the formal bidding or competitive proposal procedures required under CMC Sections 2610 and 2611 pursuant to CMC Section 2611(f) piggyback purchasing.

16. CONSIDERATION OF THE MULTIPLE EMPLOYER OPEB/PENSION SECTION 115 TRUST AND RELATED TRUST,

ADMINISTRATIVE, AND INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENTS (CITY COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. Authorize the City’s participation in the Multiple Employer OPEB/Pension Section 115 Trust, subject to final review and approval of the agreements; and,
— 2.Authorize the Mayor to execute the Trust Adoption Agreement, Trust Administrative Services Agreement, Investment Advisor Agreement, and Contract Services Agreement with Global Retirement Partners, LLC d/b/a Shuster Advisory Group, a HUB International Company, and the applicable trustee documents with Alta Trust Company, in substantially the forms presented, after the fee schedule, compensation cap, and related terms have been reconciled and approved, and subject to City Attorney approval as to form; and, — 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute related documents and take actions necessary to implement the agreements, provided that any material changes to compensation or other material terms are returned to the City Council for approval as required by City policy and the agreement; and, — 4. RATIFY waiver of the formal bidding or competitive proposal procedures required under CMC Section 2610 pursuant to CMC Section 2611(f) piggyback purchasing.

17. CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 26-081 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION NO. 77-111, BY ADOPTING UPDATED

JOB CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATIONS FOR UNREPRESENTED SENIOR COUNCIL AIDE AND COUNCIL AIDE

POSITIONS, AND AMENDING THE TERMS OF THE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS EXHIBIT, TO UPDATE THE

DUTIES AND EXPECTATIONS OF THE POSITIONS (CITY COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-081, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND RESTATING THE COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS, AND AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION PLAN, RESOLUTION NO. 77-111, BY ADOPTING UPDATED JOB

CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATIONS FOR UNREPRESENTED SENIOR COUNCIL AIDE AND COUNCIL AIDE POSITIONS”

18. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF CONTRACT FOR CARAHSOFT TECHNOLOGY CORPORATION FOR THE PURCHASE

OF THE RUBRIK BACKUP SYSTEMS SOFTWARE AND HARDWARE SUPPORT (CITY COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. RATIFY waiver of the bidding requirements of the Carson Municipal Code (CMC) pursuant to Carson Municipal Code Sections 2611(g) (cooperative purchasing); and, — 2. APPROVE a contract with Carahsoft Technology Corporation for the Rubik Security Platform to continue to protect the City’s systems and data, including hardware and software support for a total contract amount not to exceed $188,852.67 for a term of 3 years; and,
— 3. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the contract after approval as to form by the City Attorney.

19. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT #25-060 WITH ESPARZA CONSULTANTS, LLC. TO PROVIDE ON-CALL CONSULTING SERVICES TO THE HUMAN

RESOURCES DEPARTMENT AND IT & SECURITY DEPARTMENT FOR TYLER MUNIS ERP SYSTEM HUMAN

RESOURCES MANAGEMENT MODULE WORKFLOW INTEGRATION (CITY COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE Amendment No. 3 to the Contract Services Agreement with Esparza Consultants, LLC to add consulting services for an additional amount of $95,000.00, thereby increasing the total not-to-exceed amount to $215,995.00; and,
— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 3 with Esparza Consultants, LLC following approval as to form by the City Attorney.

20. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF CONTRACT WITH CLOUDWICK TECHNOLOGIES, INC. FOR THE

PURCHASE OF THE CITY OF CARSON DOCUMENT MANAGEMENT EXPERIENCE SOFTWARE, MAINTENANCE

AND SUPPORT (CITY COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. RATIFY waiver of the bidding requirements of the Carson Municipal Code (CMC) pursuant to Carson Municipal Code Sections 2611(g) (cooperative purchasing); and, — 2. APPROVE a contract with Cloudwick Technologies, Inc. for the purchase of enterprise software licensing, maintenance, and support for a co-developed custom “City of Carson Document Management Experience” system on the Cloudwick Amorphic Platform for a first-year annual cost of $260,000, and a total contract amount not to exceed $1,300,000.00 for a term of 5 years; and, — 3. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the contract after approval as to form by the City Attorney.

21. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO THE CLIMATEC, LLC SERVICES AGREEMENT (C24-109) TO

INCREASE THE CONTRACT SUM AND MEMORIALIZE THE NAME CHANGE FROM CLIMATEC, LLC TO BOSCH

BUILDING TECHNOLOGIES LLC (CITY COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE Amendment No. 4 to the agreement with Bosch Building Technologies LLC, formerly Climatec, LLC, to increase the contract sum from $438,985.23 to $488,985.23 and memorialize the name change from Climatec, LLC to Bosch Building Technologies LLC; and,
— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 4, following approval as to form by the City Attorney.

22. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A THREE-YEAR CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH LONG BEACH PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION COMPANY FOR CONTINUED FIXED-ROUTE BUS SERVICES FROM JANUARY 1, 2027, THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2029 (CITY COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE the proposed Agreement for Contract Services between the City of Carson and Long Beach Public Transportation Company (Exhibit No. 1) to continue fixed-route bus services for a three-year term, from January 1, 2027, through December 31, 2029, for a total contract amount not to exceed $6,243,315; and, — 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the Agreement following approval as to form by the City Attorney.

23. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF TWO MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDINGS BETWEEN THE CITY OF CARSON AND

THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR PROPOSITION A DISCRETIONARY INCENTIVE GRANT PROGRAM FUNDING FOR REPORT YEARS 2023 AND 2024 (CITY

COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE the Proposition A Discretionary Incentive Grant Program Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Carson and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) for Report Year 2023, in the amount of $68,462; and,
— 2. APPROVE the Proposition A Discretionary Incentive Grant Program Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Carson and Metro for Report Year 2024, in the amount of $80,438; and, — 3. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute both Memoranda of Understanding, for a combined grant funding amount of $148,900, following approval as to form by the City Attorney.

24. CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO THE CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH Z&K CONSULTANTS, INC., FOR CONTINUED ON-CALL CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION

SERVICES TO SUPPORT THE CITYWIDE PAVEMENT MAINTENANCE PROGRAM AND OTHER HIGH-PRIORITY

CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECTS, INCREASING THE CONTRACT NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT AND EXTENDING THE AGREEMENT THROUGH JUNE 30, 2028 (CITY COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE the proposed Amendment No. 3 to the Contract Services Agreement with Z&K Consultants, Inc., for on-call Construction Management and Inspection Professional Services, increasing the contract amount by $414,278, for a revised total not-to-exceed amount of $1,706,696, and extending the agreement through June 30, 2028; and,
— 2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 3 following approval as to form by the City Attorney.

25. CONSIDERATION OF A MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A DOMINGUEZ

CHANNEL ESTUARY ASSESSMENT STUDY WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, THE LOS ANGELES

COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT, CITY OF LONG BEACH, CITY OF TORRANCE, CITY OF LOS ANGELES, AND CALTRANS AND CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION 26-109, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON COUNCIL AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND, SPECIAL

REVENUE FUNDS, ENTERPRISE FUNDS, AND THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) FUND (CITY

COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. APPROVE a Memorandum of Agreement for the Development of the Dominguez Channel Estuary Assessment with the County of Los Angeles, the Los Angeles County Flood Control District, City of Long Beach, City of Torrance, City of Los Angeles, and Caltrans for a negotiated fee not to exceed $304,201.36; and, — 2. WAIVE further reading and ADAOPT Resolution No. 26-109, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CARSON CITY COUNCIL AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND, SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, ENTERPRISE FUNDS, AND THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) FUND"; and, — 3. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the Memorandum of Agreement following approval as to form by the City Attorney.

26. CONSIDER AWARD OF A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO R.J. NOBLE COMPANY IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $4,448,287.80 FOR THE UNIVERSITY DRIVE PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT (PROJECT NO. 1753; FEDERAL PROJECT NO. STPL-5403(033)), BETWEEN AVALON BOULEVARD AND WILMINGTON AVENUE, AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 26-111 TO AMEND THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 BUDGET TO PROVIDE AN ADDITIONAL $4,287.80 IN FUNDING FOR PROJECT CONSTRUCTION (CITY COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. AWARD a construction contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, R.J. Noble Company, for Project No. 1753, University Drive Pavement Rehabilitation from Avalon Boulevard to Wilmington Avenue, in an amount not to exceed $4,448,287.80; and,
— 2. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-111, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND, SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, ENTERPRISE FUNDS, AND THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) FUND,” to authorize a budget transfer of $4,287.80 to fully fund the construction contract; and, — 3. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the construction contract with R.J. Noble Company following approval as to form by the City Attorney.

SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
Public testimony is restricted to three minutes per speaker, speaking once (excepting applicants who are afforded a right of rebuttal, if desired), unless
extended by order of the Mayor with the approval of the City Council.

DISCUSSION (Items 27-29)

27. CONSIDER INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE 26-2617 AMENDING THE CARSON

MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO CITY PURCHASING AND PROCUREMENT PROCEDURES (CITY COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. INTRODUCE and CONDUCT a first reading, by title only and with full reading waived, Ordinance No. 26- 2617, "AN AMENDED AND RESTATED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING CHAPTER 6 (PURCHASING SYSTEM) OF ARTICLE II (ADMINISTRATION) OF THE CARSON MUNICIPAL CODE AS A COMPREHENSIVE UPDATE"; and,
— 2. DESIGNATE the City Attorney as the City official who prepares a summary of Ordinance No. 26-2617 thereby allowing summary publication of the ordinance under Government Code Section 36933.

28. CONSIDER AWARD OF A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO EARTHSCAPES LANDSCAPES, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $9,300,648, PLUS A 15% CONSTRUCTION CONTINGENCY OF $1,395,097.20, FOR A TOTAL NOTTO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $10,695,745.20, FOR THE MEDIAN STREETSCAPE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT (PROJECT NO. 1801) ALONG PORTIONS OF AVALON BOULEVARD AND CARSON STREET, AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 26-125 TO AMEND THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE AN ADDITIONAL $3,995,745.20 FROM THE GENERAL FUND BALANCE TO FULLY FUND PROJECT CONSTRUCTION (CITY

COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 1. AWARD a construction contract to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, Earthscapes Landscapes, Inc., for Project No. 1801, Median Streetscape Improvements, in an amount not to exceed $9,300,648; and,
— 2. AUTHORIZE a 15% construction contingency in the amount of $1,395,097.20 to address unforeseen site conditions, necessary changes, and additional work required to complete the project, for a total construction authorization not to exceed $10,695,745.20; and,
— 3. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-125, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 BUDGET IN THE GENERAL FUND, SPECIAL REVENUE FUNDS, ENTERPRISE FUNDS, AND THE CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) FUND,” authorizing an additional appropriation of $3,995,745.20 from the General Fund balance to fully fund the construction contract and contingency; and,
— 4. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute the construction contract with Earthscapes Landscapes, Inc., following approval as to form by the City Attorney.

29. CONSIDERATION OF ONLY LOCAL UNCONTESTED APPOINTMENTS TO THE CITY’S COMMISSIONS,

COMMITTEES, AND BOARDS, AND CITY AFFILIATED ORGANIZATIONS BY MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL AND

CONSIDER ALL (CONTESTED AND UNCONTESTED) APPOINTMENTS TO ALL COMMISSIONS (CITY COUNCIL)

RECOMMENDED ACTION
— 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; — 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

ORDINANCE SECOND READING

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR MATTERS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA (MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC) The public may at this time address the members of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency on any matters within the jurisdiction of the City Council/Housing Authority/Successor Agency. No action may be taken on non-agendized items except as authorized by law. Speakers are requested to limit their comments to no more than three minutes each, speaking once.

COUNCIL MEMBER REQUESTS TO ADD ITEMS TO FUTURE AGENDAS

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (COUNCIL MEMBERS)

ANNOUNCEMENT OF UNFINISHED OR CONTINUED CLOSED SESSION ITEMS (AS NECESSARY)

RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION

RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION

REPORT OF ACTIONS ON UNFINISHED OR CONTINUED CLOSED SESSION ITEMS

MEMORIAL ADJOURNMENTS

ADJOURNMENT
Date Posted: October 15, 2026
CITY OF CARSON 701 East Carson Street
Report to Honorable Mayor and City Council
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 5:00 PM
CONSENT 12.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: William Jefferson, Director of Finance FIN Administration Subject: CONSIDER A REPORT OF ADMINISTRATIVE ACTIONS APPROVED UNDER CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE AUTHORITY FOR THE MONTH OF SEPTEMBER 2026 PURSUANT TO THE CARSON

MUNICIPAL CODE (CITY COUNCIL)
I. SUMMARY
Pursuant to Carson Municipal Code (CMC) Sections 2604 and 2955.1, Staff is presenting the monthly report of contracts and contract amendments executed under the City Manager’s or designee’s authority, as well as interdepartmental budget transfers approved under the City Manager’s or delegated authority, for the month of September 2026. These reports are provided for City Council information and transparency regarding actions taken under delegated authority.

II. RECOMMENDATION
TAKE the following actions:

1. RECEIVE and FILE contract report (City Manager), September 2026 exhibit one; and,

2. RECEIVE and FILE contract report (Designee), September 2026 exhibit two; and,

3. RECEIVE and FILE budget transfer report, September 2026 exhibit three.

III. ALTERNATIVES
TAKE another action the City Council deems appropriate and consistent with applicable law.

IV. BACKGROUND
On January 9, 2024 (Item No. 27), Council approved Ordinance No. 23-2309 amending various sections of Chapter 6 (Purchasing System) of Article II (Administration) of the Carson Municipal Code. Ordinance No. 23-2309 increased the City Manager's authority to procure materials, supplies, equipment, services and professional services from $25,000 to $75,000. Section 2604 now requires the City Manager to, once per month, present to the City Council a list of all new contracts and amendments procured under City Manager or designee's authority.

Similarly, on February 20, 2024 (Item No. 27), Council adopted Ordinance 24 -2401 amending Section 2955.1 (Budget Transfers) of Chapter 9.5 (Fiscal Administration) of Article II (Administration) of the Carson Municipal Code (CMC). CMC Section 2955.1 now requires that once per month during a regular City Council meeting, a list of all interdepartmental budget transfers approved under City Manager authority, including any Departmental Directorapproved transfers, shall be presented to the City Council.

This report is submitted in compliance with the reporting requirements established by CMC Sections 2604 and 2955.1 for the reporting period of September 2026.

V. FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with receiving and filing this report. The report is informational only and does not authorize additional expenditures or budget appropriations.

VI. EXHIBITS

1. Contract Report – City Manager – (September 2026)

2. Contract Report – Designee – (September 2026)

3. Budget Transfer Report – (September 2026)
Attachments
Contract Report CM - (September 2026)
Contract Report Designees - (September 2026)
Budget Transfer Report - (September 2026)
Signatory Holder Original/ Amendment Contract Number Vendor Name Vendor Number Category Description of Service Sum Department Effective Date (Attestation Date - pg 1) Expiration Date D ROBERTS Amendment No. 4 25-107 APRIL DIAZ dba EZER & CO 8586 CONSULTANT LEADERSHIP DEVELOPMENT TRAINING $39,180.00 PW 6/15/2026 6/30/2026D ROBERTS Original 26-192 ALEXANDRA TAYLOR 8232 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 9/11 HEROES DAY $250.00 PIO 09/11/206 *D ROBERTS Original 26-194 EVENT MEDICAL AND SAFETY, LLC 8420 CONSULTANT EMT SERVICES $5,761.25 CS 9/10/2026 12/4/2026D ROBERTS Original 26-201 UNITED BUILDING AND DEVELOPMENT SERVICES 8973 CONTRACTOR C.H. EXECUTIVE BREAKROOM RENOVATION $74,740.00 PW 9/15/2026 9/14/2027D ROBERTS Original 26-208 SKYE DREAMS, LLC 8692 CONSULTANT DRONE LIGHT SHOW, 2026 COUNTRY WESTERN FAIR $20,500.00 CS / P&R 9/17/2026 9/16/2027 Signatory Holder Original/ Amendment Contract Number Vendor Name Vendor Number Category Description of Service Sum Department Effective Date (Attestation Date - pg 1) Expiration Date
K BRADSHAW Original 26-185 JOSE VARGAS 8844 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION DAY $400.00 CCO 09/15/2026 * M WHITTIKER Original 26-186 ASOCIACION CULTURAL LOS ANGELES 967 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 MARIACHI FIESTA $500.00 CS / HS 09/11/2026 * M WHITTIKER Original 26-187 CARLOS PARRA 8350 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 MARIACHI FIESTA $4,000.00 CS / HS 09/11/2026 * M WHITTIKER Original 26-188 STILETTO FLATS INC FSO SHEILA E 8961 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 JAZZ FEST $30,000.00 CS / P&R 10/03/2029 * R LENNOX Original 26-189 INFINITY FILMING CORP 8826 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT PLANNING COMMISSION FEATURE VIDEO SERVICES $4,700.00 CMO / MM 09/14/2026 * K BRADSHAW Original 26-190 ERIKA BENNETT dba BREW LIFE COFFEE 8966 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION DAY $900.00 CCO 09/15/2026 * K BRADSHAW Original 26-191 DIVERSE MINDS SERVICES LLC dba BROWN SUGAR BAKERY 8964 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT NATIONAL VOTER REGISTRATION DAY $300.00 CCO 09/15/2026 * J RAYMOND Original 26-195 DE MAXIMIS, INC 8970 CONSULTANT ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT $50,000.00 CRA 9/8/2026 3/7/2027 R LENNOX Original 26-198 C2R PRODUCTIONS LLC 4750 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 WOMEN'S HEALTH CONFERENCE $1,750.00 CMO / MM 10/16/2026 * R LENNOX Original 26-199 C2R PRODUCTIONS LLC 4750 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 JAZZ FEST $1,750.00 CMO / MM 10/03/2026 * M WHITTIKER Original 26-200 ALEXANDRA TAYLOR 8232 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION $250.00 CS / P&R 11/11/2026 * M WHITTIKER Original 26-202 GAIL JOHNSON 6715 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 JAZZ FEST $5,000.00 CS 10/03/2026 * M WHITTIKER Original 26-203 BROTHERS IGNITING A GROOVE 8509 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 JAZZ FEST $3,750.00 CS 10/03/2026 * M WHITTIKER Original 26-204 NEICE KNIGHT 7453 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 JAZZ FEST $3,500.00 CS 10/03/2026 * M WHITTIKER Original 26-205 REQUEST LINE MUSIC 3304 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 JAZZ FEST $800.00 CS 10/03/2026 * R LENNOX Original 26-206 INFINITY FILMING CORP 8826 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT CARRIAGE CREST GRAND OPENING $600.00 CMO / MM 10/10/2026 * M WHITTIKER Original 26-207 CADE GOTTHARDT 8063 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION $350.00 CS / P&R 11/11/2026 * M WHITTIKER Original 26-209 BMB 8013 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 COUNTRY WESTERN FAIR $905.00 CS / P&R 09/25/2026 * M WHITTIKER Original 26-210 JONTRESE WRIGHT 8974 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 VETERANS DAY CELEBRATION $4,000.00 CS / P&R 11/11/2026 * M WHITTIKER Original 26-212 MAKEITPOP_PARTYDECOR 8685 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 COUNTRY WESTERN FAIR $925.00 CS / P&R 09/25/2026 * M WHITTIKER Original 26-214 C2R PRODUCTIONS LLC 4750 EVENT SERVICE PROVIDE AGREEMENT 2026 JAZZ FEST $3,200.00 CS / P&R 10/03/2026 * City of Carson

JOURNAL INQUIRY
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User: awatts
Program ID: glcjeinq

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 61 BUA 09/01/2026 09/03/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 20707020 6004 AW T Resolution 26-101 (Expense 375,000.00 206-70-730-101-6004- Professional Services
2 20999020 3910 AW 375,000.00 1
206-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
3 20999020 3930 AW 375,000.00 1
206-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
** JOURNAL TOTAL 375,000.00 375,000.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 69 BUA 09/01/2026 09/08/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 20707020 4512 AW T Resolution 26-101 375,000.00
206-70-730-101-4512- State Grants
2 20999020 3920 AW 375,000.00 1
206-99-999-999-3920- Estimated Revenue Control
3 20999020 3930 AW 375,000.00 1
206-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
** JOURNAL TOTAL 375,000.00 375,000.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 87 BUA 09/08/2026 09/08/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 10100990 6009 AW T Gym Murals 42,001.50
101-90-950-324-6009- CS VetsSprtCx Supplies
2 10100840 6004 AW T Gym Murals 42,001.50
101-90-950-101-6004- CS Operations Pro Svcs
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00
City of Carson

JOURNAL INQUIRY
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User: awatts
Program ID: glcjeinq

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 92 BUA 09/08/2026 09/08/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 10100910 6009 AW T Scoreboard Installation 10,621.00
101-90-950-253-6009- CS StevensnPk Supplies
2 10100910 6004 AW T Scoreboard Installation 10,621.00
101-90-950-253-6004- CS StevensnPk Pro Svcs
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 93 BUA 09/08/2026 09/08/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 10606020 6004 AW T GFOA & CSMFO budget award 800.00
101-60-610-101-6004- Professional Services
2 10606020 6017 AW T GFOA & CSMFO budget award 800.00
101-60-610-101-6017- Subscriptions & Publications
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 94 BUA 09/08/2026 09/08/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 10808120 6500 AW T Leadership Development ses 10,000.00 101-80-801-101-6500- Waste Resources Technology
2 10808120 6056 AW T Leadership Development ses 10,000.00 101-80-801-101-6056- Training
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 188 BUA 09/15/2026 09/16/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
City of Carson

JOURNAL INQUIRY
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User: awatts
Program ID: glcjeinq

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 188 BUA 09/15/2026 09/16/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 10505120 6004 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 50,000.00 101-50-503-162-6004- Professional Services
2 10101340 8012 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 408,850.22 101-99-999-904-8012- Other Infrastructure - CIP
3 51999020 8012 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 11,232,346.32 510-99-999-904-8012- Other Infrastructure - CIP
4 10555110 8003 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 77,608.23 101-55-552-158-8003- Vehicles/Rolling Inventory
5 10101340 8012 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 1,557,931.90 101-99-999-904-8012- Other Infrastructure - CIP
6 10707010 6004 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 500,000.00 101-70-730-101-6004- Professional Services
7 22707020 6004 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 247,917.40 221-70-730-711-6004- Professional Services
8 10808160 6004 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 1,516,154.09 101-80-820-101-6004- Professional Services
9 10808100 8004 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 63,583.36 101-80-850-110-8004- PW Facilities Equipment
10 10808110 8003 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 226,971.98 101-80-850-275-8003- PW Vehicles/Rolling Inventory
11 10101340 6004 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 3,055.60 101-99-999-904-6004- Professional Services
12 10101340 8008 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 3,727,137.17 101-99-999-904-8008- Improvements Other Than Bldg
13 10101340 8009 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 1,995,024.34 101-99-999-904-8009- Infrastructure Roadways
14 10101340 8012 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 5,765,000.00 101-99-999-904-8012- Other Infrastructure - CIP
15 22999100 8023 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 1,501,550.00 220-99-999-904-8023- CIP - Traffic Signal
16 26999050 8008 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 3,613.16 268-99-999-904-8008- Improvements Other Than Bldg
17 28999140 8009 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 208,724.40 283-99-999-904-8009- Infrastructure Roadways
18 28999180 8019 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 62,283.65 287-99-999-904-8019- Bus/Bike Lane & Related CIP
19 28999030 8008 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 135,657.77 289-99-999-904-8008- Improvements Other Than Bldg
20 28999030 8023 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 1,282,175.22 289-99-999-904-8023- CIP - Traffic Signal
21 29999150 8009 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 19,170.73 291-99-999-904-8009- Infrastructure Roadways
City of Carson

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Report generated: 10/05/2026 19:09
User: awatts
Program ID: glcjeinq

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 188 BUA 09/15/2026 09/16/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
22 29999160 8011 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 143,342.81 295-99-999-904-8011- Infra/Storm Drain-Pipe&Struct
23 77999020 8008 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 2,928,914.97 775-99-999-904-8008- Improvements Other Than Bldg
24 10909240 8003 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 528,054.86 101-90-901-101-8003- Vehicles/Rolling Inventory
25 10100840 6004 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 42,001.50 101-90-950-101-6004- CS Operations Pro Svcs
26 10100900 6027 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 1,972.20 101-90-950-252-6027- Non-Capital Tools/Equipment
27 10100910 6004 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 10,621.00 101-90-950-253-6004- CS StevensnPk Pro Svcs
28 10100940 6027 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 3,849.20 101-90-950-257-6027- Non-Capital Tools/Equipment
29 10100990 6009 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 7,990.20 101-90-950-324-6009- CS VetsSprtCx Supplies
30 10909170 6009 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 145,589.00 101-90-950-605-6009- Aqua. Maintenance Supplies
31 22909090 8004 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 35,249.90 222-90-950-110-8004- Equipment
32 24400000 6004 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 100,000.00 244-90-950-709-6004- CS Specl Evnt Pro Svcs
33 10909210 6004 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 53,400.00 101-90-970-101-6004- Professional Services
34 10909150 6009 AW T Resolution 26-106 (Carry F 24,537.51 101-90-970-107-6009- Materials & Supplies
35 10101360 3910 AW 16,709,332.36 1
101-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
36 22000020 3910 AW 1,501,550.00 1
220-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
37 22999030 3910 AW 247,917.40 1
221-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
38 22200010 3910 AW 35,249.90 1
222-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
39 24400010 3910 AW 100,000.00 1
244-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
40 26999010 3910 AW 3,613.16 1
268-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
41 28999010 3910 AW 208,724.40 1
283-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
42 28700010 3910 AW 62,283.65 1
287-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
City of Carson

JOURNAL INQUIRY
Report generated: 10/05/2026 19:09
User: awatts
Program ID: glcjeinq

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 188 BUA 09/15/2026 09/16/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
43 28900000 3910 AW 1,417,832.99 1
289-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
44 29100000 3910 AW 19,170.73 1
291-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
45 29999020 3910 AW 143,342.81 1
295-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
46 51999010 3910 AW 11,232,346.32 1
510-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
47 77999010 3910 AW 2,928,914.97 1
775-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
48 10101360 3930 AW 16,709,332.36 1
101-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
49 22000020 3930 AW 1,501,550.00 1
220-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
50 22999030 3930 AW 247,917.40 1
221-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
51 22200010 3930 AW 35,249.90 1
222-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
52 24400010 3930 AW 100,000.00 1
244-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
53 26999010 3930 AW 3,613.16 1
268-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
54 28999010 3930 AW 208,724.40 1
283-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
55 28700010 3930 AW 62,283.65 1
287-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
56 28900000 3930 AW 1,417,832.99 1
289-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
57 29100000 3930 AW 19,170.73 1
291-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
58 29999020 3930 AW 143,342.81 1
295-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
59 51999010 3930 AW 11,232,346.32 1
510-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
60 77999010 3930 AW 2,928,914.97 1
775-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
** JOURNAL TOTAL 34,610,278.69 34,610,278.69
City of Carson

JOURNAL INQUIRY
Report generated: 10/05/2026 19:09
User: awatts
Program ID: glcjeinq

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 191 BUA 09/15/2026 09/16/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 22999160 4518 AW T Resolution 26-106(Carry Fw 35,249.90 222-99-999-110-4518- Measure A
2 22000020 4511 AW T Resolution 26-106(Carry Fw 1,501,550.00 220-99-999-999-4511- Federal Grants
3 28999010 4513 AW T Resolution 26-106(Carry Fw 208,724.40 283-99-999-999-4513- Other Local Grants
4 28700010 4525 AW T Resolution 26-106(Carry Fw 62,283.65 287-99-999-999-4525- MTA - Call for Projects
5 26999010 4512 AW T Resolution 26-106(Carry Fw 3,613.16 268-99-999-999-4512- State Grants
6 22000020 3920 AW 1,501,550.00 1
220-99-999-999-3920- Estimated Revenue Control
7 22200010 3920 AW 35,249.90 1
222-99-999-999-3920- Estimated Revenue Control
8 26999010 3920 AW 3,613.16 1
268-99-999-999-3920- Estimated Revenue Control
9 28999010 3920 AW 208,724.40 1
283-99-999-999-3920- Estimated Revenue Control
10 28700010 3920 AW 62,283.65 1
287-99-999-999-3920- Estimated Revenue Control
11 22000020 3930 AW 1,501,550.00 1
220-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
12 22200010 3930 AW 35,249.90 1
222-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
13 26999010 3930 AW 3,613.16 1
268-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
14 28999010 3930 AW 208,724.40 1
283-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
15 28700010 3930 AW 62,283.65 1
287-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
** JOURNAL TOTAL 1,811,421.11 1,811,421.11

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 199 BUA 09/17/2026 09/17/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 22707100 6004 AW T California Land Recycling 255.00
223-70-730-271-6004- Professional Services
City of Carson

JOURNAL INQUIRY
Report generated: 10/05/2026 19:09
User: awatts
Program ID: glcjeinq

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 199 BUA 09/17/2026 09/17/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
2 22707100 6014 AW T California Land Recycling 255.00
223-70-730-271-6014- Conference and Travel
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 200 BUA 09/17/2026 09/17/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 10101060 7001 AW T Jerry Cleaner's 4,500.00
101-90-950-620-7001- CS RecFacPmts Maint&Rep
2 10101060 6004 AW T Jerry Cleaner's 4,500.00
101-90-950-620-6004- CS RecFacPmts Pro Svcs
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 240 BUA 09/21/2026 09/21/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 22707100 6004 AW T Land Recycling Conf. 255.00
223-70-730-271-6004- Professional Services
2 22707100 6014 AW T Land Recycling Conf. 255.00
223-70-730-271-6014- Conference and Travel
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 241 BUA 09/21/2026 09/21/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 10101060 7001 AW T Laundering Services 4,500.00
101-90-950-620-7001- CS RecFacPmts Maint&Rep
City of Carson

JOURNAL INQUIRY
Report generated: 10/05/2026 19:09
User: awatts
Program ID: glcjeinq

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 241 BUA 09/21/2026 09/21/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
2 10101060 6004 AW T Laundering Services 4,500.00
101-90-950-620-6004- CS RecFacPmts Pro Svcs
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 244 BUA 09/21/2026 09/21/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 10101060 7001 AW T Budget txf Correction 4,500.00
101-90-950-620-7001- CS RecFacPmts Maint&Rep
2 10101060 6004 AW T Budget txf Correction 4,500.00
101-90-950-620-6004- CS RecFacPmts Pro Svcs
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 245 BUA 09/21/2026 09/21/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 22707100 6014 AW T Budget Txf Correction 255.00
223-70-730-271-6014- Conference and Travel
2 22707100 6004 AW T Budget Txf Correction 255.00
223-70-730-271-6004- Professional Services
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 246 BUA 09/21/2026 09/21/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 10545070 6004 AW T eCapaign and eDisclosure 3,338.02
101-54-543-101-6004- Professional Services
City of Carson

JOURNAL INQUIRY
Report generated: 10/05/2026 19:09
User: awatts
Program ID: glcjeinq

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 246 BUA 09/21/2026 09/21/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
2 10545070 6020 AW T eCapaign and eDisclosure 3,338.02
101-54-543-101-6020- CPU Hardware and Software
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 248 BUA 09/21/2026 09/21/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 10909170 6009 AW T Staff Uniform 74,326.10
101-90-950-605-6009- Aqua. Maintenance Supplies
2 10100840 6016 AW T Staff Uniform 74,326.10
101-90-950-101-6016- CS Operations EE Uniform
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 268 BUA 09/21/2026 09/21/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 10101370 6014 AW T Materials and Supplies 17,000.00
101-10-100-101-6014- Conference and Travel
2 10101370 6009 AW T Materials and Supplies 17,000.00
101-10-100-101-6009- Materials & Supplies
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 278 BUA 09/15/2026 09/22/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 10101340 8008 AW T Resolution 26-099 2,000,000.00
101-99-999-904-8008- Improvements Other Than Bldg
City of Carson

JOURNAL INQUIRY
Report generated: 10/05/2026 19:09
User: awatts
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YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 278 BUA 09/15/2026 09/22/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
2 10101340 8005 AW T Resolution 26-099 2,000,000.00
101-99-999-904-8005- Buildings
3 10101340 6004 AW T Resolution 26-099 500,000.00
101-99-999-904-6004- Professional Services
4 10101340 8019 AW T Resolution 26-099 2,303,000.00
101-99-999-904-8019- Bus/Bike Lane & Related CIP
5 10101340 8023 AW T Resolution 26-099 1,197,000.00
101-99-999-904-8023- CIP - Traffic Signal
6 28999030 8008 AW T Resolution 26-099 870,000.00
289-99-999-904-8008- Improvements Other Than Bldg
7 28999030 8008 AW T Resolution 26-099 2,000,000.00
289-99-999-904-8008- Improvements Other Than Bldg
8 28999030 8005 AW T Resolution 26-099 2,000,000.00
289-99-999-904-8005- Buildings & Improvements
9 28999030 8019 AW T Resolution 26-099 500,000.00
289-99-999-904-8019- Bus/Bike Lane & Related CIP
10 28999030 8023 AW T Resolution 26-099 300,000.00
289-99-999-904-8023- CIP - Traffic Signal
11 28999030 8008 AW T Resolution 26-099 29,000.00
289-99-999-904-8008- Improvements Other Than Bldg
12 28900000 3910 AW 5,699,000.00 1
289-99-999-999-3910- Appropriation Control
13 28900000 3930 AW 5,699,000.00 1
289-99-999-999-3930- Budget FB Unrestricted Control
** JOURNAL TOTAL 5,699,000.00 5,699,000.00

YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 382 BUA 09/28/2026 09/28/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 10401010 6090 AW T For Printer/Check Scanner 652.01
101-40-100-101-6090- Bank Service Charge Fees
2 10401010 6020 AW T For Printer/Check Scanner 652.01
101-40-100-101-6020- CPU Hardware and Software
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00
City of Carson

JOURNAL INQUIRY
Report generated: 10/05/2026 19:09
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YEAR PER JOURNAL SRC EFF DATE ENT DATE JNL DESC CLERK ENTITY AUTO-REV STATUS BUD YEAR JNL TYPE 2027 03 413 BUA 09/29/2026 09/29/2026 BUDGET TXFawatts 1 N Hist 2027 LN ORG OBJECT PROJ REF1 REF2 REF3 LINE DESCRIPTION DEBIT CREDIT OB

ACCOUNT ACCOUNT DESCRIPTION
1 10505010 6004 AW T BeWith Software 39,130.43
101-50-501-101-6004- Professional Services
2 10505010 6020 AW T BeWith Software 39,130.43
101-50-501-101-6020- CPU Hardware and Software
** JOURNAL TOTAL 0.00 0.00
** GRAND TOTAL 42,870,699.80 42,870,699.80
20 Journals printed
** END OF REPORT - Generated by Ashton Watts **
CITY OF CARSON 701 East Carson Street
Report to Honorable Mayor and City Council
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 5:00 PM
CONSENT 13.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: William Jefferson, Director of Finance FIN Business License Revenue Subject: CONSIDER A REPORT OF ALL NEW BUSINESS LICENSES ISSUED BY THE CITY OF CARSON FOR THE PERIOD SEPTEMBER 1, 2026, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2026. (CITY COUNCIL) I. SUMMARY
The City Manager is presenting to the City Council a list of all new business licenses issued by the City of Carson for the period September 1, 2026, through September 30, 2026.

II. RECOMMENDATION
RECEIVE and FILE this report.

III. ALTERNATIVES
TAKE another action as deemed appropriate by the City Council, consistent with the requirements of the law.

IV. BACKGROUND
For the period of September 1, 2026, through September 30, 2026, the City of Carson has issued business licenses on new businesses. The City Manager requests, once per month, present to the City Council a list of all new licensed businesses in the City.

Attached as Exhibit 1 is the City Manager's report of new businesses issued business licenses between September 1, 2026, through September 30, 2026.

V. FISCAL IMPACT
None.

VI. EXHIBITS

1. Business License Report - September 2026
Attachments
Business License Report - September 2026.pdf
Business Name DBA Address BL - Business Type Business License Type Frankly Fresh LLC Frankly Fresh LLC
1135 E ARTESIA BLVD

Carson, CA 90746 FOOD PROCESSING - 185 BL - GENERAL LICENSE Smoking Market Inc Smoking Market Inc
190 E CARSON ST

Carson, CA 90745 PIPE SHOP - 332 BL - GENERAL LICENSE
Automotive Calibration Experts ACE AutoLab
115 E GARDENA BLVD Unit: 1A

CARSON, CA 90248 AUTO REPAIR - 056 BL - GENERAL LICENSE Los Angeles Habilitation House Inc Los Angeles Habilitation House Inc 20630 LEAPWOOD AVE Unit: B

Carson, CA 90746 TAX EXEMPT, NON-PROFIT - 3900C BL - GENERAL LICENSE Ampere Fleet Repair Ampere Fleet Repair
18924 BROADWAY

Carson, CA 90248 AUTO REPAIR - 056 BL - GENERAL LICENSE Steven Ting Edgework Pro Shop
20411 SUSANA RD Unit: G

Carson, CA 90810 SPORTING GOODS-MFG/SALES - 390 BL - GENERAL LICENSE Jus 2 Showoff Performance LLC Jus 2 Showoff Performance LLC 409 E GARDENA BLVD Unit: E

Carson, CA 90248 PHYSICAL FITNESS - 329 BL - GENERAL LICENSE Kingdom Way Kingdom Way
1776 E GLADWICK ST

Carson, CA 90746 TAX EXEMPT, NON-PROFIT - 3900C TX - TAX EXEMPT Linh Le, Beautician Blue Petals Hair Studio at Phenix Salon Suites 21601 AVALON BLVD Unit: 124

Carson, CA 90745 BEAUTICIAN - 071 BL - BUSINESS LICENSE Andrieu A Aguinaldo MD Inc Andrieu A Aguinaldo MD Inc
23517 MAIN ST Unit: 104

Carson, CA 90745 DOCTORS - 142 BL - GENERAL LICENSE
SF Markets LLC Sprouts Farmers Market
619 E UNIVERSITY DR

Carson, CA 90746 MARKET - 245 BL - GENERAL LICENSE
Dutch Bros LLC Dutch Bros Coffee
20377 AVALON BLVD

Carson, CA 90746 RESTAURANT/FAST FOOD - 360 BL - GENERAL LICENSE Jessar Inc Crossroads/Rite Start
129 W WALNUT ST

CARSON, CA 90248 ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE - 023 BL - GENERAL LICENSE CITY OF CARSON 701 East Carson Street
Report to Honorable Mayor and City Council
CONSENT 14.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: William Jefferson, Director of Finance FIN Accounting Subject: CONSIDER ADOPTING MULTIPLE RESOLUTIONS RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS,

DEMAND CHECKS, AND CO-OP AGREEMENT DEMANDS FOR THE CITY OF CARSON, CARSON HOUSING

AUTHORITY, THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY, AND THE ENTERPRISE FUND (CITY COUNCIL) I. SUMMARY
The City Council shall receive the Check Demand Register for the period of 09/02/2026 through 10/01/2026, pursuant to the City’s financial policies and applicable provisions of the California Government Code governing municipal fiscal administration.

Summary of Disbursements:

General Demand Checks: $2,629,019.38
Carson Housing Authority Checks: $7,776.67
Carson Successor Agency Checks: $5,302.80
Enterprise Fund (Fiber Optic): $4,383,142.52
II. RECOMMENDATION
TAKE the following actions:

1. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-124, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,629,019.38 DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS 187367 THROUGH 187615 AND 336 AND 337 FOR GENERAL DEMAND (CITY COUNCIL)"; and,

2. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-11-CHA, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $7,776.67, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS HA-002138 THROUGH HA-002139 (HOUSING AUTHORITY)"; and,

3. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-11-CSA, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,302.80, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS SA-002003 AND SA-002004 (SUCCESSOR AGENCY)"; and,

4. WAIVE further reading and ADOPT Resolution No. 26-03-ENT, "A RESOLUTION OF THE ENTERPRISE FUND RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,383,142.52, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS ENT-000313 AND ENT-000314 (ENTERPRISE)".

III. ALTERNATIVES
NONE.

IV. BACKGROUND
Pursuant to Sections 37201 through 37210 of the California Government Code and Chapter 5 – 2504 to 2509 to of the Carson Municipal Code, all claims and demands against the City for money or damages shall be presented to the City Council for approval or rejection. Exceptions apply to payroll-related and budgeted demands, which may be processed and paid for prior to City Council action and shall thereafter be presented to the City Council for ratification and approval.

The Claims and Demands register have been prepared, reviewed and verified for accuracy and compliance with the budget and applicable agreements and are hereby ratified in the amount herein after set forth, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit No. 1, Exhibit No. 2, Exhibit No.3, and Exhibit No. 4.

On October 20, 2026, the City Treasurer is hereby directed to pay out the funds named hereon, to each of the claimants listed attached, the amount of warrant appearing opposite their respective names, for the purpose stated on the respective demands, making a total of $7,025,241.37.

V. FISCAL IMPACT
No Fiscal Impact. Funds for all the claims and demands have been allocated and approved within the Council approved departmental budget for the Fiscal Year.

VI. EXHIBITS

1. Exhibit 1 – General Demand Claims and Register RESO #26-124

2. Exhibit 2 – Carson Housing Authority Claims and Register RESO #26-11-CHA

3. Exhibit 3 – Carson Successor Agency Claims and Register RESO #26-11-CSA

4. Exhibit 4 – Enterprise Fund Claims and Register RESO #26-03-ENT Attachments
Exhibit_1_General_Demand_Claims_and_Register_RESO_26-124.pdf Exhibit_2_Carson_Housing_Authority_Claims_and_Register_RESO_26-11-CHA.pdf Exhibit_3_Carson_Successor_Agency_Claims_and_Register_RESO_26-11-CSA.pdf Exhibit_4_Enterprise_Fund_Claims_and_Register_RESO_26-03-ENT.pdf RESOLUTION NO. 26-124

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,629,019.38 DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS 187367 THROUGH 187615 AND 336 THROUGH 337 FOR GENERAL

DEMAND (CITY COUNCIL)

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: The claims and demands have been reviewed and verified for accuracy and compliance with the budget and applicable agreements and are hereby ratified in the amount herein after set forth, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit No. 1.

SECTION 2: On October 20, 2026, the City Council ratified the demand numbers 187367 through 187615 and 336 through 377 for General Demand. The City Treasurer is hereby directed to pay out the funds hereon, to each of the claimants listed below, the amount of warrant appearing opposite their respective names, for the purpose stated on the respective demands, making a total of $2,629,019.38.

SECTION 3: That the City Clerk shall certify the passage and adoption of this Resolution and enter it into the book of original resolutions.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 20TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2026.

APPROVED AS TO FORM: CITY OF CARSON:

Sunny K. Soltani, City Attorney Lula Davis-Holmes, Mayor ATTEST:

Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk

CERTIFICATION
In accordance with Section 37202 of the California Government Code, I hereby certify that the above demands are accurate and that funds are available for payment thereof. I certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

EXECUTED THE 20TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2026 AT CARSON,
CALIFORNIA:

David C. Roberts, Jr., City Manager

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, Resolution No. 26-124, was adopted by the City of Carson City Council at its meeting held on October 20, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
City of Carson

AP CHECK RECONCILIATION REGISTER
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FOR CASH ACCOUNT: 100-99-999-999-1010- FOR: All Except Stale CHECK # CHECK DATE TYPE VENDOR NAME UNCLEARED CLEARED BATCH CLEAR DATE 187367 09/24/2026 PRINTED 002904 ADMINSURE INC 9,682.00 187368 09/24/2026 PRINTED 004691 ADVANTAGE MAILING LLC 25,662.15 187369 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000797 ALESHIRE AND WYNDER LLP 81,464.40 187370 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000042 ALIN PARTY SUPPLY CO 832.51 187371 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006506 ALL IN ONE PARTIES 645.00 187372 09/24/2026 PRINTED 004388 AIS TRUST ACCOUNT NEWPORT 6,197.05 187373 09/24/2026 PRINTED 005523 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES 7,397.46 187374 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008425 AMERICAN GLOBAL SECURITY 140,949.02 187375 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000504 AMERICAN RED CROSS HEALTH 864.00 187376 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006675 AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION S 1,352.21 187377 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008006 ANGELA M. RIVERS 50.00 187378 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006905 AON RISK INSURANCE SERVIC 12,000.00 187379 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000543 AQUA FLO SUPPLY 3,708.71 187380 09/24/2026 PRINTED 003927 ARAMSCO INC 23,361.44
187381 09/24/2026 PRINTED 004410 B D WHITE TOP SOIL CO INC 306.91 187382 09/24/2026 PRINTED 001248 BARR AND CLARK INC 575.00 187383 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007051 BASIC BENEFITS LLC 1,521.00 187384 09/24/2026 PRINTED 003242 BLACK KNIGHT PATROL INC 450.00 187385 09/24/2026 PRINTED 001438 BLUE DIAMOND MATERIALS 135.46 187386 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007365 BLUETRITON BRANDS, INC. 1,566.14 187387 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008013 BMB 905.00
187388 09/24/2026 PRINTED 001435 ROBERT BOYD 50.00
187389 09/24/2026 PRINTED 001762 ROGER BRANCH JR 50.00
187390 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006076 BRI CONSULTING GROUP, INC 6,675.00 187391 09/24/2026 PRINTED 001627 BSN SPORTS LLC 2,678.65 187392 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000405 CALPERS 2,110.93
187393 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000140 CARL WARREN AND CO 10,804.50 187394 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008097 CARSON TRAILER INC. 5,070.41 187395 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008304 CASMIR BRASGA 4,350.00 187396 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008941 CASTILLO ELECTRIC DISTRIB 181.35 187397 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007658 CATALYST ENVIRONMENTAL SO 3,035.00 187398 09/24/2026 PRINTED 004774 PABLO ISRAEL CERVANTES 14,879.50 187399 09/24/2026 PRINTED 004947 CINDY'S JUMPERS 2,234.00 187400 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008513 CINTAS CORPORATION NO. 2 4,996.18 187401 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008082 CLIMATEC LLC 1,390.00
187402 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007718 CLIVABETH PHOTOGRAPHY LLC 427.30 187403 09/24/2026 PRINTED 001311 LOUIS JOSEPH COGUT 50.00 187404 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007159 CORODATA SHREDDING, INC. 70.82 187405 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008587 COVER YOUR BRASS LLC 880.00 187406 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000127 DAILY BREEZE NEWSPAPER 720.23 187407 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000268 DAILY JOURNAL CORP 135.00 187408 09/24/2026 PRINTED 004824 MANUEL DASILVA 50.00
187409 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007176 DAVEY COACH SALES INC. 755.94 187410 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008680 DAVID THORNBURY 600.00 187411 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000534 DIRECTV 289.99
187412 09/24/2026 PRINTED 001155 DISH 161.29
187413 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007595 DONNIE R. DORSEY 50.00 187414 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006907 ECO LAB 1,289.43
187415 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008966 ERIKA BENNETT 300.00
187416 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008420 EVENT MEDICAL AND SAFETY, 2,742.50 187417 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000039 EWING IRRIGATION PRODUCTS 3,243.62 187418 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007451 EXP US SERVICES INC 143,775.13 City of Carson

AP CHECK RECONCILIATION REGISTER
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User: jesquivel
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FOR CASH ACCOUNT: 100-99-999-999-1010- FOR: All Except Stale CHECK # CHECK DATE TYPE VENDOR NAME UNCLEARED CLEARED BATCH CLEAR DATE 187419 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007224 FCS INTERNATIONAL, INC. 13,503.55 187420 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000355 FERGUSON ENTERPRISES LLC 11,474.60 187421 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000221 FLEET PRIDE 5,551.30
187422 09/24/2026 PRINTED 004019 FLEETCREW 788.99
187423 09/24/2026 PRINTED 005044 ROMEO GALEON 50.00
187424 09/24/2026 PRINTED 004437 GALLS, LLC 1,407.56
187425 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006085 GARCIA, MARIA DE JESUS 75.99 187426 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000941 GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPAN 3,397.85 187427 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000941 GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPAN 3,369.41 187428 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008335 GOMEZ GROWERS INC. 150.28 187429 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000793 GRAINGER 837.61
187430 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006674 HARDY AND HARPER INC 121,568.66 187431 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008136 HARRELL'S, LLC 201.87
187432 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007678 HEIDI LETICIA ROMERO 50.00 187433 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008729 HERITAGE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY 1,601.75 187434 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008800 HERITAGE POOL SUPPLY GROU 195.05 187435 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000234 HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICE 9,861.18 187436 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008826 INFINITY FILMING CORP 4,700.00 187437 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007588 JEFFREY GLENN ALLEN 50.00 187438 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000152 JERRYS CLEANERS 560.65 187439 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007688 JOKER PARTY SUPPLY, INC. 376.35 187440 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006732 A&B EMBROIDERY 74,326.10 187441 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008699 KAREN SCIURBA-LIBLIN 2,500.00 187442 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007596 KEITH EDWARD ARNOLD 50.00 187443 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007672 KELLY PAPER COMPANY 165.71 187444 09/24/2026 PRINTED 004889 KWIK COVERS 925.75
187445 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000663 LANGUAGE NETWORK 4,416.52 187446 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008236 LAST MINUTE FLORIST 140.00 187447 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008722 LAWRENCE LEOMITI 1,250.00 187448 09/24/2026 PRINTED 004428 LAWSON PRODUCTS INC 17.57 187449 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006596 PRENTISS E LEWIS 50.00 187450 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007248 MARIA'S GARDEN CENTER & L 99.01 187451 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008940 MICHAEL GUERRA 2,000.00 187452 09/24/2026 PRINTED 001013 MINUTEMAN PRESS 1,381.08 187453 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007964 MOUR GROUP ENGINEERING + 88,809.49 187454 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000379 MUTUAL PROPANE CO INC 46.49 187455 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007779 NEMIE P. MOSEQUERA 50.00 187456 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006760 NEWMARK OF SOUTHERN CALIF 17,500.00 187457 09/24/2026 PRINTED 010999 EMILY AVILA 218.65
187458 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000746 PITNEY BOWES RESERVE ACCO 25,000.00 187459 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000145 POSTMASTER 24,000.00
187460 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007372 PROTIME SPORTS 904.86
187461 09/24/2026 PRINTED 001550 PUMPMAN LLC 3,249.00
187462 09/24/2026 PRINTED 001081 BRIAN RABER 50.00
187463 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008545 RANDY D. BROWN 50.00
187464 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000119 RED WING SHOE STORE 2,537.34 187465 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000588 REFRIGERATION SUPPLIES DI 1,673.57 187466 09/24/2026 PRINTED 010000 BRENDA ALMOND 250.00
187467 09/24/2026 PRINTED 010000 CCCAF 500.00
187468 09/24/2026 PRINTED 010000 JILL SMITH 100.00
187469 09/24/2026 PRINTED 010000 JORDAN GIPSON 500.00
187470 09/24/2026 PRINTED 010000 KENNYA STOKES 200.00
City of Carson

AP CHECK RECONCILIATION REGISTER
Report generated: 10/06/2026 09:49
User: jesquivel
Program ID: apchkrcn

FOR CASH ACCOUNT: 100-99-999-999-1010- FOR: All Except Stale CHECK # CHECK DATE TYPE VENDOR NAME UNCLEARED CLEARED BATCH CLEAR DATE 187471 09/24/2026 PRINTED 010000 PACIFIC PRODUCTION SERVIC 840.00 187472 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007240 RJM DESIGN GROUP, INC. 14,012.70 187473 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000402 ROADLINE PRODUCTS INC USA 217.77 187474 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000057 ROBERT MCELROY LLC 166.90 187475 09/24/2026 PRINTED 001230 ROBERTSONS READY MIX CONC 2,496.51 187476 09/24/2026 PRINTED 001961 SYLVIA RUBIO 81.95
187477 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000791 EMMANUEL A SALOMON 50.00 187478 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000427 SAM'S CLUB DIRECT 229.29 187479 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007957 SAMUEL DACUS 50.00
187480 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006964 SCCI, INC. 300.00
187481 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007632 SEAY, AL CARNEL 50.00
187482 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000170 SHERWIN WILLIAMS 1,431.99 187483 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000170 SHERWIN WILLIAMS 9,788.29 187484 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008692 SKYE DREAMS, LLC 20,500.00 187485 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006477 SNAP-ON INCORPORATED 764.07 187486 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000240 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISO 8,303.67 187487 09/24/2026 PRINTED 004977 CHARTER COMMUNICATION 1,707.05 187488 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006249 STATE CONTROLLER 11.52 187489 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008948 STEVEN CORTEZ 1,500.00 187490 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006654 SWANK MOTION PICTURES INC 565.00 187491 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008162 TDG ENGINEERING, INC. 134,980.56 187492 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008079 TERRACON CONSULTANTS, INC 14,243.78 187493 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007956 THOMAS WOODS 50.00
187494 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000135 TRI CITY GLASS CO 1,254.00 187495 09/24/2026 PRINTED 004017 TYLER TECHNOLOGIES 151,185.85 187496 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006769 U S BANK CORPORATE PAYMEN 2,521.71 187497 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008975 UZOMA U. MMEJE 50.00
187498 09/24/2026 PRINTED 005511 VULCAN MATERIALS CO. 3,695.68 187499 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000888 WATERLINE TECHNOLOGIES 4,237.90 187500 09/24/2026 PRINTED 000212 WEST COAST ARBORISTS 155,620.00 187501 09/24/2026 PRINTED 008762 WILLIAM BROSEMER 27,665.00 187502 09/24/2026 PRINTED 007997 ESP EVENT SOUND PROFESSIO 2,500.00 187503 09/24/2026 PRINTED 002925 KARL WILVERT 50.00
187504 09/24/2026 PRINTED 004222 RICHARD WOODS JR 50.00 187505 09/24/2026 VOID 008641 YORBA LINDA FEED STORE IN 1,297.32 187506 09/24/2026 PRINTED 006868 ZONES IT SOLUTIONS INC. 1,717.57 187507 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000418 4IMPRINT INC 432.75
187508 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008049 ABC PARTY RENTAL INC 530.40 187509 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000801 ABILITY FIRST 1,000.00 187510 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008858 ADVANCED PRINTING SOLUTIO 13,991.28 187511 10/01/2026 PRINTED 006659 AGRI-TURF DISTRIBUTING 2,529.65 187512 10/01/2026 PRINTED 004388 AIS TRUST ACCOUNT NEWPORT 653.00 187513 10/01/2026 PRINTED 005523 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES 6,149.74 187514 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000543 AQUA FLO SUPPLY 31.47
187515 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008454 ARACELI ESPARZA 4,800.00 187516 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008100 ARMAN'S JANITORIAL SUPPLI 317.66 187517 10/01/2026 PRINTED 006670 ATID ADVERTISING 4,100.00 187518 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000963 B AND M LAWN AND GARDEN C 696.02 187519 10/01/2026 PRINTED 004410 B D WHITE TOP SOIL CO INC 4,337.15 187520 10/01/2026 PRINTED 007051 BASIC BENEFITS LLC 5,583.48 187521 10/01/2026 PRINTED 003242 BLACK KNIGHT PATROL INC 1,170.00 187522 10/01/2026 PRINTED 003126 BLOOMING FLOWERS 8,651.59 City of Carson

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FOR CASH ACCOUNT: 100-99-999-999-1010- FOR: All Except Stale CHECK # CHECK DATE TYPE VENDOR NAME UNCLEARED CLEARED BATCH CLEAR DATE 187523 10/01/2026 PRINTED 001762 ROGER BRANCH JR 50.00
187524 10/01/2026 PRINTED 006076 BRI CONSULTING GROUP, INC 33,120.00 187525 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008509 BROTHERS IGNITING A GROOV 3,750.00 187526 10/01/2026 PRINTED 001627 BSN SPORTS LLC 736.23
187527 10/01/2026 PRINTED 004750 C2R PRODUCTIONS LLC 4,950.00 187528 10/01/2026 PRINTED 007436 CALHOUN, JILL 50.00
187529 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008645 CAMERON A PAXTON 50.00 187530 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000351 CHEM PRO LABORATORY INC 638.40 187531 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008513 CINTAS CORPORATION NO. 2 2,764.81 187532 10/01/2026 PRINTED 006955 CITY ELECTRIC SUPPLY 811.54 187533 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000803 CLEAN ENERGY 3,409.80
187534 10/01/2026 PRINTED 007718 CLIVABETH PHOTOGRAPHY LLC 1,180.00 187535 10/01/2026 PRINTED 004275 COSTAR REALTY INFORMATION 4,484.49 187536 10/01/2026 PRINTED 001180 LA COUNTY DEPT. OF PUBLIC 10,000.00 187537 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008587 COVER YOUR BRASS LLC 817.70 187538 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000127 DAILY BREEZE NEWSPAPER 1,063.80 187539 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000268 DAILY JOURNAL CORP 6,810.95 187540 10/01/2026 PRINTED 003635 DAKTRONICS, INC. 63,583.36 187541 10/01/2026 PRINTED 006396 KIMBERLEY DAVENPORT 50.00 187542 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008709 DEEP SAIL MEDIA, LLC 9,625.00 187543 10/01/2026 PRINTED 006876 DONALD ALAN SPRAGUE 3,503.50 187544 10/01/2026 PRINTED 006907 ECO LAB 473.36
187545 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008420 EVENT MEDICAL AND SAFETY, 1,545.00 187546 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008322 EVODC LLC 2,796.14
187547 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000039 EWING IRRIGATION PRODUCTS 213.35 187548 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000355 FERGUSON ENTERPRISES LLC 3,194.81 187549 10/01/2026 PRINTED 006715 GAIL JOHNSON 5,000.00
187550 10/01/2026 PRINTED 004437 GALLS, LLC 95.00
187551 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000941 GOLDEN STATE WATER COMPAN 8,081.29 187552 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008352 GRAFFITI PROTECTIVE COATI 4,323.60 187553 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000793 GRAINGER 1,533.61
187554 10/01/2026 PRINTED 005525 GREENBERG TRAURIG LLP 7,275.00 187555 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008136 HARRELL'S, LLC 4,263.10 187556 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008729 HERITAGE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY 163.31 187557 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000234 HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICE 11,770.96 187558 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008758 HURRICANE ELECTRIC LLC 390.00 187559 10/01/2026 PRINTED 001798 CHINYERE IFEACHO 50.00 187560 10/01/2026 PRINTED 007778 IRENE T. VIERNES 50.00 187561 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008529 JAPANESE AUTO CENTER INC. 60.00 187562 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000152 JERRYS CLEANERS 669.90 187563 10/01/2026 PRINTED 007103 JOE A. GONSALVES & SON 4,500.00 187564 10/01/2026 PRINTED 007688 JOKER PARTY SUPPLY, INC. 610.99 187565 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008701 JOVENVILLE, LLC 6,500.00 187566 10/01/2026 PRINTED 007093 KILEY & ASSOCIATES LLC 5,285.00 187567 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000094 LAKESHORE LEARNING MATERI 8,169.51 187568 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000663 LANGUAGE NETWORK GROUP 1,440.00 187569 10/01/2026 PRINTED 004428 LAWSON PRODUCTS INC 4,098.00 187570 10/01/2026 PRINTED 004284 LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY OF 38,283.32 187571 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008639 LIZETTE ESPERICUETA ARRIO 3,510.00 187572 10/01/2026 PRINTED 007248 MARIA'S GARDEN CENTER & L 517.14 187573 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008884 METAL MARKETING GROUP 11,902.53 187574 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008850 MUSCO CORPORATION 5,304.00 City of Carson

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FOR CASH ACCOUNT: 100-99-999-999-1010- FOR: All Except Stale CHECK # CHECK DATE TYPE VENDOR NAME UNCLEARED CLEARED BATCH CLEAR DATE 187575 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008850 MUSCO CORPORATION 3,536.00 187576 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000379 MUTUAL PROPANE CO INC 336.39 187577 10/01/2026 PRINTED 006214 NBS GOVERNMENT FINANCE GR 1,347.00 187578 10/01/2026 PRINTED 007453 NEICE KNIGHT 3,500.00
187579 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008145 NICOLETTE JACKSON-POWNALL 500.00 187580 10/01/2026 PRINTED 010999 DAISY BECERRA 88.61
187581 10/01/2026 PRINTED 006280 PARKHOUSE TIRE SERVICES I 1,820.86 187582 10/01/2026 PRINTED 003832 PARS - PUBLIC AGENCY RETI 1,677.02 187583 10/01/2026 PRINTED 004921 PB LOADER CORPORATION 226,971.97 187584 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000460 PETES ROAD SERVICE INC 1,548.76 187585 10/01/2026 PRINTED 001255 JESSICA RAMOS 50.00
187586 10/01/2026 PRINTED 004145 CASSANDRA REED 50.00
187587 10/01/2026 PRINTED 003304 REQUEST LINE MUSIC 800.00 187588 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000057 ROBERT MCELROY LLC 16.99 187589 10/01/2026 PRINTED 001230 ROBERTSONS READY MIX CONC 1,117.38 187590 10/01/2026 PRINTED 001715 HARRIETT RUSS 50.00
187591 10/01/2026 PRINTED 001388 RUSSELL SIGLER INC 365.67 187592 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000427 SAM'S CLUB DIRECT 568.41 187593 10/01/2026 PRINTED 001667 SEA COAST DESIGN GROUP IN 8,321.29 187594 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008873 SHAW INTEGRATED & TURF SO 128,802.09 187595 10/01/2026 PRINTED 003159 SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY 38.33 187596 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000240 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISO 99,946.24 187597 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008398 SOCAL SURFACES, INC. 53,400.00 187598 10/01/2026 PRINTED 004417 SOCALGAS 32.30
187599 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008784 SONIA FUENTES 50.00
187600 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008840 STACEY AHAIWE-SIMPSON 50.00 187601 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008961 STILETTO FLATS INC FSO SH 15,000.00 187602 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000672 TAXI PRODUCTIONS 4,000.00 187603 10/01/2026 PRINTED 007780 TERESITA J. JUNIO 50.00 187604 10/01/2026 PRINTED 006970 TRANE U.S. INC. 13,107.15 187605 10/01/2026 PRINTED 007705 TRANSTECH ENGINEERS, INC. 1,356.00 187606 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000135 TRI CITY GLASS CO 1,624.00 187607 10/01/2026 PRINTED 004017 TYLER TECHNOLOGIES 119,905.00 187608 10/01/2026 PRINTED 006769 U S BANK CORPORATE PAYMEN 4,803.84 187609 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000023 UNITED REFRIGERATION INC 1,515.33 187610 10/01/2026 PRINTED 005511 VULCAN MATERIALS CO. 5,106.01 187611 10/01/2026 PRINTED 001011 W.G. ZIMMERMAN ENGINEERIN 4,725.00 187612 10/01/2026 PRINTED 000361 WEST COAST SAND AND GRAVE 402.22 187613 10/01/2026 PRINTED 002212 HD SUPPLY CONSTRUCTION 203.64 187614 10/01/2026 PRINTED 001507 XTREME FITNESS 3,254.75 187615 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008105 Z&K CONSULTANTS, INC 27,669.92 249 CHECKS CASH ACCOUNT TOTAL 2,616,792.96 .00
City of Carson

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FOR CASH ACCOUNT: 100-99-999-999-1010- FOR: Cleared and Uncleared CHECK # CHECK DATE TYPE VENDOR NAME UNCLEARED CLEARED BATCH CLEAR DATE 336 09/18/2026 WIRE 006769 U S BANK CORPORATE PAYMEN 11,788.91 337 09/18/2026 WIRE 008862 U S BANK CORPORATE PAYMEN 437.51 2 CHECKS CASH ACCOUNT TOTAL 12,226.42 .00
RESOLUTION NO. 26-11-CHA

A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON HOUSING AUTHORITY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $7,776.67, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS HA002138 THROUGH HA-002139 (HOUSING AUTHORITY)

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: The claims and demands have been reviewed and verified for accuracy and compliance with the budget and applicable agreements and are hereby ratified in the amount herein after set forth, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit No. 2.

SECTION 2: On October 20, 2026, the City Council ratified the demand numbers HA-002138 through HA-002139 for Carson Housing Authority. The City Treasurer is hereby directed to pay out the funds hereon, to each of the claimants listed below, the amount of warrant appearing opposite their respective names, for the purpose stated on the respective demands, making a total of $7,776.67.

SECTION 3: That the City Clerk shall certify the passage and adoption of this Resolution and enter it into the book of original resolutions.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 20TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2026.

APPROVED AS TO FORM: CITY OF CARSON:

Sunny K. Soltani, City Attorney Lula Davis-Holmes, Mayor ATTEST:

Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk

CERTIFICATION
In accordance with Section 37202 of the California Government Code, I hereby certify that the above demands are accurate and that funds are available for payment thereof. I certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

EXECUTED THE 20TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2026 AT
CARSON, CALIFORNIA:

David C. Roberts, Jr., City Manager

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, Resolution No. 26-11-CHA, was adopted by the City of Carson City Council at its meeting held on October 20, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
City of Carson

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FOR CASH ACCOUNT: 255-99-999-999-1012- FOR: All Except Stale CHECK # CHECK DATE TYPE VENDOR NAME UNCLEARED CLEARED BATCH CLEAR DATE 2138 09/02/2026 PRINTED 000547 CARSON TERRACE PARTNERS L 6,110.00 2139 09/17/2026 PRINTED 000685 AMERINATIONAL COMMUNITY S 1,666.67 2 CHECKS CASH ACCOUNT TOTAL 7,776.67 .00
RESOLUTION NO. 26-11-CSA

A RESOLUTION OF THE CARSON SUCCESSOR AGENCY RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,302.80, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS SA002003 THROUGH SA-002004 (SUCCESSOR AGENCY)

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: The claims and demands have been reviewed and verified for accuracy and compliance with the budget and applicable agreements and are hereby ratified in the amount herein after set forth, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit No. 3.

SECTION 2: On October 20, 2026, the City Council ratified the demand numbers SA-002003 through SA-002004 for Carson Successor Agency. The City Treasurer is hereby directed to pay out the funds hereon, to each of the claimants listed below, the amount of warrant appearing opposite their respective names, for the purpose stated on the respective demands, making a total of $5,302.80.

SECTION 3: That the City Clerk shall certify the passage and adoption of this Resolution and enter it into the book of original resolutions.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 20TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2026.

APPROVED AS TO FORM: CITY OF CARSON:

Sunny K. Soltani, City Attorney Lula Davis-Holmes, Mayor ATTEST:

Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk

CERTIFICATION
In accordance with Section 37202 of the California Government Code, I hereby certify that the above demands are accurate and that funds are available for payment thereof. I certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

EXECUTED THE 20TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2026 AT CARSON,
CALIFORNIA:

David C. Roberts, Jr., City Manager

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, Resolution No. 26-11-CSA, was adopted by the City of Carson City Council at its meeting held on October20, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
City of Carson

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FOR CASH ACCOUNT: 782-99-999-999-1030- FOR: All Except Stale CHECK # CHECK DATE TYPE VENDOR NAME UNCLEARED CLEARED BATCH CLEAR DATE 2003 09/17/2026 PRINTED 001924 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELL 1,204.00 2004 09/24/2026 PRINTED 001924 THE BANK OF NEW YORK MELL 4,098.80 2 CHECKS CASH ACCOUNT TOTAL 5,302.80 .00
RESOLUTION NO. 26-03-ENT

A RESOLUTION OF THE ENTERPRISE FUND RATIFYING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $4,383,142.52, DEMAND CHECK NUMBERS ENT000313 THROUGH ENT-000314 (ENTERPRISE)

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CARSON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: The claims and demands have been reviewed and verified for accuracy and compliance with the budget and applicable agreements and are hereby ratified in the amount herein after set forth, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit No. 1.

SECTION 2: On October 20, 2026, the City Council ratified the demand numbers ENT-000313 through ENT-000314 for the Enterprise fund. The City Treasurer is hereby directed to pay out the funds hereon, to each of the claimants listed below, the amount of warrant appearing opposite their respective names, for the purpose stated on the respective demands, making a total of $4,383,142.52.

SECTION 3: That the City Clerk shall certify the passage and adoption of this Resolution and enter it into the book of original resolutions.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 20TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2026.

APPROVED AS TO FORM: CITY OF CARSON:

Sunny K. Soltani, City Attorney Lula Davis-Holmes, Mayor ATTEST:

Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk

CERTIFICATION
In accordance with Section 37202 of the California Government Code, I hereby certify that the above demands are accurate and that funds are available for payment thereof. I certify under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct.

EXECUTED THE 20TH DAY OF OCTOBER, 2026 AT CARSON,
CALIFORNIA:

David C. Roberts, Jr., City Manager

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, Resolution No. 26-03-ENT, was adopted by the City of Carson City Council at its meeting held on October 20, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
City of Carson

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FOR CASH ACCOUNT: 510-99-999-999-1015- FOR: All Except Stale CHECK # CHECK DATE TYPE VENDOR NAME UNCLEARED CLEARED BATCH CLEAR DATE 313 09/02/2026 PRINTED 008573 HP COMMUNICATIONS, INC. 2,109,490.66 314 10/01/2026 PRINTED 008573 HP COMMUNICATIONS, INC. 2,273,651.86 2 CHECKS CASH ACCOUNT TOTAL 4,383,142.52 .00
CITY OF CARSON 701 East Carson Street
Report to Honorable Mayor and City Council
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 5:00 PM
CONSENT 15.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: William Jefferson, Director of Finance FIN Administration Subject: CONSIDERATION OF A CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH GLOBAL RETIREMENT

PARTNERS, LLC, D/B/A SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, FOR INVESTMENT MANAGEMENT AND ADVISORY

SERVICES (CITY COUNCIL)
I. SUMMARY
The Finance Department requests City Council authorization to enter into a Contract Services Agreement with Global Retirement Partners, LLC, a California limited liability company doing business as Shuster Advisory Group, a HUB International Company, for investment management and advisory services. The proposed agreement establishes a maximum contract amount of $150,000 and a term not to exceed five years.

The services include review of the City’s investment portfolio, analysis of cash flow and maturities, review of the City’s Investment Policy Statement, evaluation of investment returns and fees, and assistance with account onboarding and portfolio oversight. The agreement proposes to rely on the City of Inglewood’s RFP No. 0237, dated November 7, 2024, and the consultant’s proposal dated December 9, 2024.

II. RECOMMENDATION
TAKE the following actions:

1. RATIFY waiver of the formal bidding or competitive proposal procedures required under CMC Section 2610 pursuant to CMC Section 2611(f) piggyback purchasing; and,

2. AUTHORIZE the Mayor to execute a Contract Services Agreement with Global Retirement Partners, LLC, d/b/a Shuster Advisory Group, A HUB International Company, for investment management and advisory services, in an amount not to exceed $150,000 and for a term not to exceed five years, subject to City Attorney approval as to form; and,

3. AUTHORIZE the City Manager or designee to execute related documents and take actions necessary to implement the agreement, provided that any material changes to the contract amount or other material terms are returned to the City Council for approval as required by City policy.

III. ALTERNATIVES
DO NOT APPROVE the proposed agreement and PROVIDE alternative direction to staff, including directing staff to negotiate revised terms or pursue another procurement approach.

IV. BACKGROUND
The City’s investment portfolio must support operational cash requirements while balancing safety, liquidity, and yield. The proposed agreement is intended to provide an independent review of the City’s investment holdings, related fees, cash flow and maturity profile, and the City’s Investment Policy Statement.

The agreement identifies the City of Inglewood’s Request for Proposal No. 0237, issued November 7, 2024, and Shuster Advisory Group’s proposal dated December 9, 2024, as the underlying procurement. It references Carson Municipal Code Section 2611(f) as the basis for piggyback procurement, subject to the Purchasing Manager’s determination and confirmation that pricing is the same as or better than the underlying procurement.The Purchasing Manager has waived the City's formal bidding requirements based on piggybacking off the City of Inglewood contract.

Under Exhibit A, Scope of Services, the consultant would provide services that include:
• Review the City’s Treasury Report, custodial statements, certificates of deposit, and other portfolio assets, including investment risk, return characteristics, and associated fees. • Prepare cash-flow and maturity analyses to assess liquidity requirements and align investments with the City’s operational cash needs.
• Conduct weekly analyses of pooled investment funds, including LAIF, CAMP, CLASS, and money market funds, to identify potential short-duration, high-credit-quality investment opportunities. • Review the City’s Investment Policy Statement and provide recommendations within the parameters of California Government Code Section 53601.
• Prepare comparative analyses and presentations addressing weighted-average yield, yield components, investment fees in dollars and as a percentage of assets, and portfolio allocation. • Assist with account setup and onboarding and provide access to an online portal with daily custodian data feeds to support portfolio transparency.

V. FISCAL IMPACT
The proposed agreement establishes a maximum contract amount of $150,000, inclusive of expenses, with an anticipated annual cost of $30,000 over the five-year contract term. Funding is available for Fiscal Year 2026/27.

Funding for subsequent fiscal years will be incorporated through the City’s annual budget process. Expenditures will be charged to Account No. 101-60-601-101-6004.

VI. EXHIBITS

1. Proposed Contract Services Agreement between the City of Carson and Global Retirement Partners.

2. Purchasing Waiver

3. Inglewood RFP

4. Inglewood Contract
Attachments
Exhibit 1: Proposed Contract Services Agreement between the City of Carson and Global Retirement Partners.pdf Exhibit 2: Purchasing Waiver.pdf
Exhibit 3: Inglewood RFP.pdf
Exhibit 4: Inglewood Contract.pdf

CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT
By and Between

CITY OF CARSON
and
GLOBAL RETIREMENT PARTNERS, LLC, a California limited liability company d/b/a SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, A HUB INTERNATIONAL COMPANY Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 -1-

AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES

BETWEEN THE CITY OF CARSON AND
GLOBAL RETIREMENT PARTNERS, LLC, a California limited liability company d/b/a

SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, A HUB INTERNATIONAL COMPANY
THIS AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES (herein “Agreement”) is made and entered into this ____ day of ________, 2026 by and between the CITY OF CARSON, a California municipal corporation (“City”) and GLOBAL RETIREMENT PARTNERS, LLC, a California limited liability company d/b/a SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, A HUB INTERNATIONAL COMPANY (“Consultant”). City and Consultant are sometimes hereinafter individually referred to as “Party” and hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Parties.”

RECITALS
A. The City seeks to piggyback off that certain Request for Proposal No. 0237 (RFP No. 0237) dated November 7, 2024 issued by the City of Inglewood and Consultant’s Proposal in response to RFP No. 0237 dated December 9, 2024 for investment management and advisory services (“Inglewood Procurement”).

B. Pursuant to Section 2611(f) of the City’s Municipal Code, the City is authorized to enter into this Agreement by piggybacking off the Inglewood Procurement, as determined by City’s Purchasing Manager. City’s regulations permit piggybacking at the same or better prices than those reflected in the Inglewood Procurement. If there is a conflict between the Inglewood Procurement and this Agreement, this Agreement shall govern.

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, competent, and professional manner, and is experienced in performing the work and services contemplated herein. Consultant shall at all times faithfully, 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 professional standards” shall mean those standards of practice recognized by one or more firstclass firms performing similar work under similar circumstances.

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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, employees 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 the 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 conditions 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 written 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 shall 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 Agreement, 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 specifically 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 established 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 Fifty Thousand Dollars ($150,000) (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, provided 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 Schedule 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-category), travel, materials, equipment, supplies, and sub-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 correct 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 the 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 governmental 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:

Mark Shuster Investment Advisor
(Name) (Title)
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(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 control 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 this 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 William Jefferson, Director of Finance, 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 Officer 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 their number, Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 -7-
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 business 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 basis. 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 any 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 aggregate 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 injuries 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 insurance coverage limits of at least $1,000,000.00.
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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-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 5 consecutive years following the completion of Consultant’s services or the termination of this Agreement. During this additional 5-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 Consultant.

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 insurance 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 Certificates 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 Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 -9-
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 appointed 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 guaranteeing 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 the 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 the 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, administrative, Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 -10-
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 person, 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 Consultant 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 officers, 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 Consultant 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 and 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 not 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 of 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 assigns 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 Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 -11-
Manager”) due to unique circumstances. If this Agreement continues for more than 3 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 performance of such services. Any and all such documents shall be maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting 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 (3) 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 Consultant’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 records 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 compensation as a result of the exercise by City of its full rights of Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 -12-
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 guarantee 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 subpoena. (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, interrogatories, request for admissions 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. Consultant 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 Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 -13-
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 California.

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 Consultant’s acts or omissions in performing or failing to perform Consultant’s obligation under this Agreement. In the event that 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 provided 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 delay 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 exercise 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 injunctive 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 order 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) days’ 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 only 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 Consultant 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 the 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 Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 -15-
damages), and City may withhold any payments to the Consultant for the purpose of set-off or partial payment of the amounts owed 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 granted, 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 investigating 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-DISCRIMINATION

8.1 Non-liability of City Officers and Employees.

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 performance 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 the 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 financial 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 party 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, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry or other protected class in the performance of Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 -16-
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, ancestry 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 shall reimburse 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 the 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 constitute 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, and none shall be used to interpret this Agreement. No amendment to or modification Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 -17-
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 unenforceability 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 provision 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-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 interest 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 violation 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 consequence 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 limited 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 other 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. [SIGNATURES ON FOLLOWING PAGE]
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the date and year first-above written.

CITY:

CITY OF CARSON, a municipal corporation
Lula Davis-Holmes, Mayor
ATTEST:

Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

ALESHIRE & WYNDER, LLP
Sunny K. Soltani, City Attorney
[pks; rjl]
CONSULTANT:

GLOBAL RETIREMENT PARTNERS, LLC, a
California limited liability company d/b/a

SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, A HUB

INTERNATIONAL COMPANY
By:

Name: Scott Hauptmann
Title: President
ACKNOWLEDGED:

By:

Name: Mark Shuster
Title: Investment Advisor Representative
Address: 155 N Lake Avenue, Suite 950
Pasadena, CA 91101
If Consultant is a limited liability company, any one of the following options will satisfy City’s signature requirements pursuant to the Corporations Code. Option A: 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. Option B: Signatures required from two managers unless the LLC is managed by one manager per its articles of organization, in which case only one signature from that Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 A-2
manager is required. Option C: One signature required from any member unless the LLC is manager-managed per its articles of organization. Option D: One signature required from any manager if the LLC is managermanaged 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.

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EXHIBIT “A”

SCOPE OF SERVICES
I. Consultant will perform the following Services:

A. Information Gathering and Analysis.

1. Portfolio Evaluation. Consultant will thoroughly evaluate the City’s Treasury Report, investment custodial statements, Certificates of Deposit (CDs), and other relevant asset data to gain a clear understanding of the City’s total investment portfolio.
(a) This evaluation includes an assessment of both the risk and return characteristics of the investments, as well as the fees associated with each of the City’s current assets.

2. Cash Flow and Maturity Analysis. Working closely with City officials, Consultant prepares a detailed cash flow and maturity analysis to identify the City’s liquidity requirements.
(a) With a clear understanding of these needs, Consultant customizes a portfolio tailored to the City’s operational cash requirements while strategically allocating investment assets to optimize returns. (b) Consultant will also conduct weekly analyses of pooled investment funds, including LAIF, CAMP, CLASS, and Money Market Funds, to identify opportunities to maximize yield using short-duration, high-credit-quality vehicles.

3. Investment Policy Statement (IPS) Review. Consultant will conduct a side-by-side comparative analysis of the City’s current IPS to identify potential updates within the parameters of California Government Code section 53601.
(a) With a comprehensive understanding of historical changes and the latest developments in California local-agency investment guidelines, Consultant will recommend IPS adjustments designed to enhance flexibility without compromising the principles of safety, liquidity, and yield.

4. Comprehensive Analysis and Reporting. Using the insights gathered, Consultant will produce a detailed analysis and presentation comparing the City’s current portfolio to Consultant’s proposed portfolio. The analysis and presentation will include:

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(a) Total weighted average yield;
(b) A breakdown of individual yield components;
(c) Analysis of investment fees presented both as dollar amounts and percentages of assets; and
(d) Detailed investment-allocation comparisons.

Consultant will present the findings in a clear and actionable format to City stakeholders, including the Director of Finance, City Manager, Council Members, and other relevant officials.

5. Efficiency and Timeliness. Consultant can complete the entire Gathering and Analysis process in under a week, provided the necessary data is readily available.

B. Implementation.

1. Account Setup and Onboarding. Upon being appointed as the City’s fiduciary for investment management services and following the approval of the IPS (if necessary), Consultant will provide white-glove customer service to streamline the account-opening and funding process. Services include completing required documentation and coordinating signatures from City officials for account access.
(a) Consultant will provide access to and a guided walkthrough of its online portal, which integrates a daily data feed from the custodian to ensure complete portfolio transparency.
(b) For Cities utilizing pooled investment funds, such as LAIF, CAMP, or CLASS, Consultant will coordinate necessary documentation and conduct a walkthrough call to ensure City officials are familiar with accessing these liquid funds for operational needs.
(c) In cases where a City is transferring Certificates of Deposit (CDs), Consultant will establish an additional custody account at no extra cost and oversee the maturation of CDs, ensuring proceeds are seamlessly reinvested into the portfolio.

2. Reporting Framework Development. Consultant will coordinate a call with City officials to define the scope and frequency of regular reporting, tailored to the City’s preferences (e.g., monthly, quarterly, semiannual, or annual reporting). This process will address both mandatory reporting requirements and additional reports to enhance transparency. (a) Consultant will customize reports to the level of detail required by the City. Reports may address economic analysis and trends; Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 A-5
portfolio composition and sector exposure; returns, weighted average maturity, and duration; performance objectives relative to relevant benchmarks; and compliance with the IPS.

3. Pre-Launch Review and Coordination. Consultant and the investment manager will review the finalized IPS, agreed-upon reporting cadence, and overall asset allocation to prepare for live management of the fixed-income portfolio.
(a) Consultant will facilitate seamless communication and data sharing between the City and investment manager, ensuring a smooth and collaborative relationship among all parties.

4. Timely Implementation. The entire implementation process can typically be completed within 2-3 weeks, depending on processing times from the custodian, pooled investment vehicle, and completion of required signatures.

C. Ongoing Services.

1. Regular and Ad Hoc Meetings. During the implementation of the City’s new asset allocation and investment portfolio, and on an ongoing basis thereafter, Consultant will hold regular meetings with City officials to review the cash portfolio’s safety, liquidity, and yield. These meetings can be scheduled monthly, quarterly, semiannually, or annually, as determined by the City.
(a) As the City’s fiduciary, Consultant will be available for ad hoc meetings with minimal notice and can provide counsel outside of normal working hours.
(b) Consultant will assist with annual audit inquiries by delivering transparent data and preparing any analysis requested by auditors.

2. Continuous Monitoring and Analysis. Between scheduled meetings, Consultant will actively monitor and analyze the City’s investment program. Services include:
(a) Ensuring alignment with the IPS;
(b) Evaluating the investment manager’s portfolio performance and the performance of pooled investments;
(c) Monitoring CD maturities, creditworthiness, and asset maturities; (d) Staying up-to-date with CA Gov Code section 53601 and proposing potential IPS updates, as needed;
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(e) Tracking fixed-income market conditions, fee-negotiation opportunities, and other key data points important to the City; (f) Conducting industry benchmarking to identify areas for improvement or optimization; and
(g) The investment manager will also perform ongoing credit analysis, maturity analysis, and market analysis for each fixed-income investment in the portfolio.

3. Continuous Partnership. Consultant will provide continuing advisory support throughout the Term. The ongoing-service process may commence within one week after the City provides necessary information and access.

D. Investment and Cash Management

1. Appointment and Discretionary Authority. City hereby appoints Consultant as an investment adviser to perform discretionary investment management Services described in this Agreement, and Consultant accepts such appointment. City grants Consultant limited power of attorney with the power and authority to manage, supervise and direct City’s investments ("Assets") on a discretionary basis in the account(s) established under this Agreement (individually or collectively the "Account"), in accordance with City’s investment objectives and subject to any reasonable restrictions as City may impose upon written notice.
"Assets" means the funds held in City’s designated operating account(s) to be established with Charles Schwab. Consultant’s discretionary authority is limited to investing and reinvesting the Assets in instruments permitted under California Government Code Section 53601, as amended, and consistent with City’s Investment Policy Statement ("IPS"). Subject to the foregoing limitations, Consultant may give instructions in furtherance of its authority under this Section to the Custodian of the Assets.

City and Consultant will cooperate as necessary to transfer funds or securities to be managed by the Consultant to the Custodian utilized by the Consultant. Consultant’s authority under this Agreement shall remain in effect until modified or terminated by City in writing.

2. Standard. Consultant will provide the Services under the fiduciary standards required under the Investment Advisers Act of 1940 ("Advisers Act").

3. Third Party Investment Management. Consultant shall identify one or more affiliated or unaffiliated third-party investment managers or subconsultants (each an "Investment Manager") to provide all or a portion of the discretionary management services with respect to City’s Account, provided that any such services shall likewise be limited to instruments Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 A-7
permitted under Government Code Section 53601 and the IPS as set forth in Section 1 above. City retains authority to approve, retain, or terminate any Investment Manager. No Investment Manager shall be engaged, and no existing engagement shall be terminated, without City’s prior written approval.

Since an Investment Manager will charge a fee for its services, the overall fees incurred by City may increase when City approves the engagement of an Investment Manager. Certain Investment Managers may require that City sign a separate agreement that sets out the terms related to their discretionary authority over the Assets it manages; other Investment Managers may rely on instructions and information provided by Consultant and not require City to sign a separate agreement. In either case, this Agreement authorizes an approved Investment Manager to have limited power-of-attorney and trading authority over the Assets that City has approved for engagement by an Investment Manager for discretionary management within the limits set forth in Section 1. City authorizes Consultant to provide a copy of this Agreement to the qualified custodian or any broker or dealer through which transactions will be implemented on behalf of City, as evidence of the Investment Manager’s authority under this Agreement.

4. Statements, Confirmations and Reports. City will receive confirmations of each transaction executed in the Account and a statement no less than quarterly directly from the Custodian showing account activity as well as positions held in the Account at period end. Consultant may also provide periodic reports to City in addition to the materials provided by the Custodian that may include account performance, holdings, and other activity. City agrees to review confirmations, statements, and reports and to notify Consultant of any inaccuracies or inconsistencies.

5. No Insurance Coverage. The Account is not guaranteed by the United States government, nor is it subject to any governmental or other insurance coverage.

6. Custodian. Custody of Assets shall be maintained with an independent custodian ("Custodian"), and not with Consultant. City authorizes Consultant to give instructions to the Custodian with respect to all investment decisions regarding the Assets and Account, and the Custodian is hereby authorized and directed to effect transactions. City agrees that Consultant is not responsible for the acts or omissions of the Custodian. City will be solely responsible for paying all fees or charges of the Custodian, and such fees and charges are in addition to Consultant's fees under this Agreement. Consultant does not receive any portion of the fees assessed by the Custodian. City shall enter into an agreement, or agreements, with Custodian for custodial services, whereby the terms of such agreement(s) shall be determined solely by and between City and Custodian.

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7. Execution of Transactions.
(a) Best Execution and Custodian Selection. Unless otherwise agreed, Consultant will arrange for the execution of securities brokerage transactions for the Account through a Custodian that Consultant reasonably believes will provide "best execution." In considering a custodian for best execution, the determinative factor is not the lowest possible commission cost but whether the transaction represents the best qualitative execution, taking into consideration the full range of a custodian's services including but not limited to the value of research services provided by a custodian, execution capability, commission rates, responsiveness, reputation and access to the markets for securities being traded, and the value of the ongoing relationship Consultant may have with a custodian.

Accordingly, although Consultant will seek competitive transaction costs, it may not necessarily obtain the lowest possible costs for Account transactions. Consultant does not obligate itself to seek the lowest transaction charges in all cases except to the extent that it contributes to the overall goal of obtaining the best results for City.

In addition, most mutual funds, as disclosed in their prospectuses, reserve the right to refuse to execute trades if, in a fund's sole judgment, the trade(s) would jeopardize the value of the fund.

Consultant has no authority to change, alter, amend, or negotiate any provision set forth in a mutual fund prospectus. Consultant further shall not be responsible for a unilateral adverse decision by a mutual fund or insurance company to restrict and/or prohibit investment product portfolio management programs.
(b) Aggregation. Consultant is authorized (but is not obligated) to aggregate, batch or combine purchases and sales and other transactions made for the Account with similar transactions for other clients of Consultant. When transactions are aggregated, the actual prices applicable to the aggregated transactions will be averaged, and the Account will be deemed to have purchased or sold its proportionate share of the securities or instruments involved at the average price so obtained.
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among accounts that Consultant manages or advises; consequently there can be no assurance that a particular investment opportunity that comes to Consultant's attention will be allocated in any particular manner.
(e) Non-Public Information. If Consultant obtains material, nonpublic information about a security or its issuer that Consultant may not lawfully use or disclose, Consultant will have no obligation to disclose the information to City or use it for City's benefit.

8. Proxies and Shareholder Rights. Consultant shall not have authority or responsibility to vote or advise with respect to voting of proxies, or to take any other action related to shareholder rights (including bankruptcies and class actions). The obligation to vote proxies and take action related to shareholder rights rests with City at all times, unless an Investment Manager requires that it votes proxies and takes action on shareholder rights, in which case such rights and actions shall rest with the Investment Manager.

9. Investment Guidelines and Reasonable Restrictions. City may impose guidelines, special instructions or reasonable restrictions regarding the Services. City agrees to notify Consultant promptly and in writing of any changes to the information provided by City in Exhibit "A." City agrees that Consultant shall not be responsible or liable for any losses, costs or claims suffered or arising out of City's oral or written instructions or reasonable restrictions.

10. City Responsibilities. City agrees to provide Consultant with all requested information and documents and complete forms (e.g., suitability or City profiles) as Consultant may reasonably request (collectively "Information").

Such Information may include, but is not limited to, City's financial situation, investment objectives, needs and goals, risk tolerance, and, if applicable, documents demonstrating that participation in the Services is permitted by relevant governing instruments of City. Services will be based upon the Information provided by City. City acknowledges that Consultant cannot adequately perform the Services unless City performs its responsibilities under this Agreement. City agrees that all Information provided to Consultant, whether from City or City's attorney, accountant or other professional, shall be true, correct, timely, and complete in all material respects. City acknowledges that Consultant may rely on such Information without verifying its accuracy. City agrees to promptly notify Consultant of any changes or errors in the Information and promptly provide any updated or additional Information as may be reasonably requested by Consultant.

City agrees that Consultant shall not be responsible or liable for any losses, costs or claims suffered or arising out of City's failure to provide Information or inform Consultant of material changes to the Information.

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11. Risk Acknowledgement and No Guarantees Against Loss. Consultant does not guarantee the future performance or any specific level of performance, the success of any investment decision or strategy that Consultant may use, or the success of Consultant's overall management.

City understands that investment decisions are subject to various market, currency, economic, political, and business risks, and that those investment decisions will not always be profitable. City understands that all investments involve risk of loss and that past performance does not necessarily predict future performance. Except as otherwise provided by law, Consultant and its employees, affiliates, representatives, and agents shall not be liable for any loss experienced by City by reason of any investment decision made or other action taken or omitted in good faith by Consultant with that degree of diligence, care, skill and prudence under the circumstances that a person acting in a fiduciary capacity would use.

12. Receipt of Disclosure and Consent to Electronic Delivery. City acknowledges receipt and undertakes to review and consider the disclosures made by Consultant (including in this Agreement, the Form ADV Part 2, ADV Part 2B, and Consultant's Privacy Policy), in particular the portions related to services, compensation, and potential conflicts of interest, as well as the remainder of the disclosures concerning, among other matters, background information such as educational and business history, business practices such as the types of advisory services provided, the methods of securities analysis used, and the like.

Further, City consents to electronic delivery (via email or other generally accepted method) of current and future distributions of Consultant's Form ADV Part 2, ADV Part 2B, and Privacy Policy. Consent to electronic delivery may be canceled at any time by sending a written request to Consultant.

II. As part of the Services, Consultant will prepare and deliver the following tangible work products to the City:

A. As described in Section I.

III. In addition to the requirements of Section 6.2, during performance of the Services, Consultant will keep the City apprised of the status of performance by delivering the following status reports:

A. As requested by the Contract Officer.

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.

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EXHIBIT “B”

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
(Superseding Contract Boilerplate)
I. Subsection (c) (Automotive Insurance) of Section 5.1 (Insurance Coverages) of the Agreement is hereby amended to read as follows:
“(c) Automotive Insurance (Coverage Form ISO CA 00 01 including “any auto” and endorsement CA 0025 or equivalent). A policy of comprehensive automobile liability 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, any non-owned, leased, hired cars and any automobile.”
II. Section 5.2 (General Insurance Requirements) of the Agreement is hereby amended to read in its entirety as follows:
“5.2 General Insurance Requirements.

Except for Professional Liability insurance outlined in subsection (d), Aall 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 insurance 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 Certificates 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 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,
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THE ISSUING COMPANY INSURANCE BROKER 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 appointed 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 guaranteeing 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 the 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 the Consultant is required to maintain pursuant to Section 5.1, and such certificates and endorsements shall be provided to City.” Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 C-1
EXHIBIT “C”

SCHEDULE OF COMPENSATION
I. Consultant shall perform the following tasks at the following rates:

A. Fiduciary investment advisory services –
Consultant shall receive an annual fee of one basis point (0.01%) on all assets under advisement. This fee will not exceed a maximum monthly charge of $2,500.00, or $30,000.00 annually.

II. Within the budgeted amounts for each Task, and with the approval of the Contract Officer, funds may be shifted from one Task sub-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 describing the services performed
B. Line items for all other approved reimbursable expenses claimed, with supporting documentation, if applicable.

IV. The total compensation for the Services shall not exceed $150,000 as provided in Section 2.1 of this Agreement.

Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3 01007.0007 2183992.5 D-1
EXHIBIT “D”

SCHEDULE OF PERFORMANCE
I. Consultant shall perform all services timely in accordance with the following schedule:

A. Tasks will be continuous, ongoing and as directed by the Contract Officer.

II. Consultant shall deliver the following tangible work products to the City by the following dates.

A. As requested by the Contract Officer.

III. The Contract Officer may approve extensions for performance of the services in accordance with Section 3.2.

Docusign Envelope ID: 101DA1C2-92CC-895D-8194-7CC6875A70E3

The City of Inglewood
Request for Proposal (RFP) for
Investment Management and Advisory Services
Solicitation Number: RFP-0237
Solicitation Issue Date: November 7, 2024
Questions and Comments Due: November 21, 2024, at Noon (PST) Proposal Due Date and Time (Closing Date): December 10, 2024, at 11 a.m. (PST) Contract Terms: Four (4) years only, as defined in the City’s General Provisions
Submissions: The Respondent is required to provide one (1) original, three (3) copies, and one (1) electronic
copy (e.g., USB drive). All submissions must be
delivered to:

Purchasing and Contract Services Division
One W. Manchester Boulevard, 8th Floor,
Inglewood, CA 90301
City Contact: Jorge Ochoa, Procurement and Contracts
Coordinator, [email protected],
and (310) 412-5266
The completed and signed RFP signature page
is required, with the most recent addendum
listed as an acknowledgment of all addenda
issued
Note: Email submissions will not be accepted.

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Table of Contents
Invitation to Submit Proposals for RFP-0237 .................................................................................. 4 Request for Proposal Timeline ........................................................................................................ 5 Questions Concerning Proposal Requirements .............................................................................. 5 Submission of Proposals ................................................................................................................. 6 Introduction .................................................................................................................................... 7 Scope of Services ............................................................................................................................ 7 Threshold Responsiveness Requirements ...................................................................................... 8 Proposal Submittal Requirements .................................................................................................. 9 Evaluation and Selection Process ................................................................................................. 10 Evaluation Criteria ...................................................................................................................... 11 Selection Process ........................................................................................................................ 12 General Provisions ........................................................................................................................ 13 Prices .......................................................................................................................................... 13 Payment Terms ........................................................................................................................... 13 Inglewood Business Tax Certificate ............................................................................................ 13 Sales Tax ..................................................................................................................................... 13 Insurance Requirements ............................................................................................................ 13 Indemnification .......................................................................................................................... 16 “Or Equal Clause” ....................................................................................................................... 17 Non-Discrimination ..................................................................................................................... 17 Award of Proposal ...................................................................................................................... 17 Execution of Agreement ............................................................................................................. 17 Termination of Agreement ......................................................................................................... 17 Right to Withhold Payment ........................................................................................................ 17 Cost of Proposal .......................................................................................................................... 18 No Binding Contract ................................................................................................................... 18 Choice of Law and Venue ........................................................................................................... 18 Right to Alter .............................................................................................................................. 18 Addendums ................................................................................................................................. 18 Agreement Term ........................................................................................................................ 19 RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 3
Declaration of Respondent ........................................................................................................... 20 Extension of the Contract to Other Public Agencies .................................................................... 21 Non-Collusion Declaration ............................................................................................................ 22 No Proposal Form ......................................................................................................................... 23 Respondent’s Checklist ................................................................................................................. 24 Attachment “A” ............................................................................................................................. 25 Attachment “B” ............................................................................................................................. 28 Attachment “C” ............................................................................................................................. 31 RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 4
Invitation to Submit Proposals for RFP-0237
The City of Inglewood invites and will receive proposals from experienced firms qualified to provide “Investment Management and Advisory Services,” as specified in this document.

Each proposal shall be completed and submitted in all particulars and must be enclosed in a sealed package addressed to the City of Inglewood, Purchasing and Contract Services Division Office, One Manchester Blvd., 8th Floor, Inglewood, CA 90301, with the designation of the project, “Investment Management and Advisory Services” appearing thereon.

Proposals will be opened in public on December 10, 2024, at 11 a.m. (PST) in the Purchasing and Contract Services Division and will be announced then and there to all persons present.

Specifications and other proposal documents for the above service are on the City’s PlanetBids portal.

The City reserves the right to waive any irregularity within any proposal and to take proposals under advisement for a period of ninety (90) calendar days from and after the date proposals are opened and announced.

The following conditions and terms apply:
1) The City Council reserves the right to reject any or all proposals. 2) Attached are detailed specifications and conditions for proposal submission. 3) You must execute your contract within ten (10) days after the City mails it. If the contract is not executed within ten (10) days, the City reserves the unilateral right to cancel it. 4) If any provision of the contract is violated, the City, after suitable notice, may cancel the contract and make arrangements to have the products and services supplied by others.

The respondent will pay the City any extra cost.
5) Proposals may be obtained from the City’s PlanetBids portal at https://pbsystem.planetbids.com/portal/45619/portal-home. 6) All proposals with pricing must be for specific amounts. Any attempt to qualify prices with an ‘escalation clause’ or any other method of making a price variable, is unacceptable.

Proposal shall be valid for ninety (90) calendar days from and after the date proposals are opened and announced.
7) The City reserves the right to add or subtract quantities and services based on the unit prices/unit lump sums indicated as its budgetary needs may require. 8) All requests for proposal documents can be located on the City of Inglewood’s Planet Bids Portal.

Date: / / 2024
Sharon Koike, Finance Director
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Request for Proposal Timeline
RFP Process and Implementation Schedule Anticipated Date (All times are PST) Public release of RFP November 7, 2024
Questions from Respondents due November 21, 2024, at Noon Answers to questions posted on PlanetBids November 27, 2024, at 5 p.m.

Deadline for proposal submittals December 10, 2024, at 11 a.m. in the Purchasing Division Office
City Council Approval January 2025
Questions Concerning Proposal Requirements
All questions and issues related to proposal requirements or information expected for each statement package should be made on City’s PlanetBids portal:
https://pbsystem.planetbids.com/portal/45619/portal-home The City of Inglewood will only communicate with one person per proposal. The Respondent is responsible for ensuring the City has the contact person’s correct name, address, phone number, and email address. All changes to the instructions of this RFP will be done through a written addendum and posted on the City’s PlanetBids portal.

NO QUESTIONS WILL BE RECEIVED OR RESPONDED TO AFTER
November 21, 2024, at Noon (PST)
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Submission of Proposals
Written responses to the RFP must be prepared as specified in the Proposal Submittal Requirements. Respondents should follow the Respondent’s Checklist on page 24 to ensure all requirements are met. No changes to responses may be made after the submittal deadline.  One (1) original unbound, three (3) copies, and one (1) electronic file on a USB drive for Investment Management and Advisory Services. ATTN: Jorge Ochoa, received on or before, but no later than December 10, 2024, at 11 a.m. (PST) at the Purchasing and Contract Services Division Office. The City will not consider any responses received after the specified date and time.
 Original responses and package copies shall be enclosed in a sealed package with the Respondent’s name and address in the upper left-hand corner and marked “Investment Management and Advisory Services.”
 An officer shall sign the response, or officers authorized to execute legal documents on behalf of the Respondent and submit to:

Jorge Ochoa
Purchasing and Contract Services Division
City of Inglewood
One Manchester Blvd., 8th Floor
Inglewood, CA 90301
The City reserves the right to waive informalities in any proposal, to reject any or all proposals, to reject one part of a proposal and accept the other, except to the extent that proposals are qualified by specific limitations, and to make awards to the Respondent whose proposal is most beneficial to the needs of the City. Each Respondent is responsible for the timely delivery of any response. Additionally, the City will not be responsible for the delivery of any proposal to the wrong address or City department. Each Respondent assumes all risks and/or consequences of an incorrect delivery or an untimely delivery of a proposal.

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Introduction
The City of Inglewood invites qualified and experienced firms to submit proposals for Investment Management and Advisory Services. This RFP aims to identify a partner capable of delivering comprehensive, strategic investment guidance aligned with our financial goals, risk tolerance, and long-term objectives.

We seek a firm with a proven track record in portfolio management, asset allocation, performance reporting, and financial market insights. The selected advisor will be expected to offer innovative strategies and fiduciary oversight to optimize our investment outcomes and ensure we meet our organizational obligations, including sustainability, compliance, and growth.

Proposals should reflect the highest professional standards and demonstrate a deep understanding of the investment landscape, including evolving market trends, risk management practices, and customized investment solutions.

Scope of Services
The overall scope of services is to provide investment management and advisory services to the City’s investment portfolio. The City’s primary investment objectives are to maximize the rate of return on public funds while minimizing all potential losses arising from investing activities such as market changes or issuer default. Although the generation of revenues through earnings on investments is a primary goal, capital preservation in the overall portfolio and maintaining required liquidity are equally important considerations in making investing decisions. The City will invest public funds in such a manner as to comply with state and local law and meet the objectives of the Investment Policy in priority order of Safety, Liquidity, and Return on Investment.

The selected firms will provide qualified personnel for services that may include the following:

1. Develop and implement sound investment strategies that maximize the portfolio’s performance within the parameters of the current City of Inglewood Investment Policy (Attachment C) and applicable California laws, as modified from time to time.

2. Assume the management of the City’s investment portfolio, subject to City oversight and approval.

3. Provide technical and fundamental market research, including yield curve analysis.

4. Assist the City with cash flow and maturity analysis.

5. Provide credit analysis of investment instruments in the portfolio.

6. Provide monthly, quarterly, and annual reporting. These reports will cover a range of topics, including, but not limited to, the local and national economy, the City’s portfolio holdings, composition and sector analysis, return, weight average maturity, duration, performance objectives, and policy compliance.

7. Attending selected quarterly meetings with staff, as well as Finance and City Council meetings as requested.

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8. Evaluate market risk and develop strategies that minimize the impact on the portfolio.

9. Assure portfolio compliance with applicable policies and laws.

10. Establish an appropriate performance benchmark as part of reporting requirements.

11. Review investment policy annually and recommend appropriate amendments for approval by the City Council.

12. Monitor the creditworthiness of financial institutions and the investments in the portfolio.

13. Perform due diligence reviews of current and proposed brokers or dealers.

14. Firms will not have custody or possession of the funds and securities the City has placed under its management. The City will retain a custodian to take and possess its invested assets.

15. Provide authorized City staff with online access to the City’s current investment account.

16. Assist with the annual audit inquiries and reporting.

17. Comprehensive IPS analysis and yearly CA Government Code per all sections in monitoring to ensure the City has maximum investment flexibility with their cash portfolios (https://www.treasurer.ca.gov/cdiac/laig/guideline.pdf).

18. Thoroughly review stable NAV investment funds such as LAIF, CLASS, CAMP, and Money Market Funds to ensure cities know all opportunities to maximize yield with shortduration, high-credit-quality vehicles.

19. Advise the City on selecting one or more third-party asset or portfolio managers, including researching managers, conducting and managing the RFP process, negotiating fees, and presenting results to the City.

20. Monitor third-party managers' account performance, including general account reviews, and make recommendations to the City on the continuing suitability of the third-party manager(s) for the account or recommend alternative managers.

21. Fee negotiation for bonds, CD’s, bank, and custodial assets.

A summary of the City’s FY 2024-25 adopted budget is as follows:

Total Expenditures Budget $406.3 million all funds / $224.3 Million General Fund Total Revenues Budget $389.5 million all funds / $224.4 Million General Fund More detailed information on the City and its finances can be found on its website under Budget Division of the Finance Department, Approved Budget for Fiscal Year 24-25 Adopted Budget document (https://www.cityofinglewood.org/ArchiveCenter/ViewFile/Item/1174).

Threshold Responsiveness Requirements
Respondents should assume that their written submittal in response to this RFP will be the exclusive basis on which the City will consider its award for the contract. Therefore, each RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 9
Respondent should be as thorough as possible when responding to this RFP and provide a written Proposal consistent with and in the order described in Proposal Submittal Requirements.

Respondents cannot add to or modify their proposals after the Proposal due date. The City may deem a Respondent non-responsive if the Respondent fails to provide all required documents and copies or if, for any other reason, the Proposal does not fully comply with the requirements, instructions, and rules contained in this RFP.

Proposal Submittal Requirements
Proposals must be concise, well organized, and submitted with the following elements. The Respondent must demonstrate an understanding of the Scope of Services and the qualifications of key personnel. Emphasis should be concentrated on conforming to the RFP instructions, responding to the RFP requirements, and providing a complete and precise description of the offer. Proposals that appear unrealistic in terms of technical commitments, lack of technical competence, or are indicative of a failure to comprehend the complexity of this proposal may be rejected. This will assist in evaluating the comparative merits of all proposals submitted. The proposal should contain the sections in the order indicated below:

1. COVER LETTER
Provide a brief cover letter that includes all of the following information:
 Primary Respondent’s name, address, phone number, and website;  Type of organization (e.g., corporation, partnership, etc.);  A summary of general information about the Respondent and the types of services provided with the Scope required;

2. TABLE OF CONTENTS

3. GENERAL QUALIFICATIONS
Provide a brief description of the Respondent’s business, including the years under the current name. Describe the size of the business, including the total number of employees and offices, and identify and briefly describe each local office that will be involved in providing the services if awarded the contract. Describe how and why your firm is qualified to provide these services.

4. STAFFING
Identify by name and title of the Respondent’s key personnel that will be assigned to provide the services. Please include a resume for each individual with their education, training, and experience. Identify by name, address, website, and each sub-consultant or subcontractor, if any, with specified roles that will be involved with providing the services.

Include all applicable license numbers for any license required to perform these services.

5. EXPERIENCE AND REFERENCES
Identify services the Respondent has provided in the last five (5) years that are similar in scope and nature to the City’s bid, particularly to the services provided to other cities or public agencies. For each example, provide
RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 10  Brief description of the services provided.
 Explain why this experience is relevant to the required services.  The name and address of the contracting agency, including contact information for a reference check (name, title, phone number, and email address).  Explain your firm’s experience in developing policies and portfolio management guidelines for governmental portfolios.

6. PROPOSED APPROACH AND WORK PLAN
Briefly describe the proposed approach to providing the services and how that approach will offer value to the City.
 Describe how frequently your firm formulates and reviews fixed income strategies, and list any strategies for adding portfolios and how they are managed.  Provide a work plan or proposed schedule for the tasks described.  Provide which oversight is provided to portfolio managers.

7. COST PROPOSAL
Provide a lump sum price that fully includes all costs to provide the services, including hourly billing rates, all labor, materials, equipment, supplies, the insurance required under the terms of the Contract, travel fees, etc. Attach a copy of the billing rates for any authorized additional services.

8. ORAL PRESENTATIONS and ORAL INTERVIEWS
An oral presentation and an oral interview by the Respondent’s final contention for awarding an Agreement of Services may be required as a regular portion of the proposal process. The purpose of the oral presentation and oral interview would be to allow the respondent to demonstrate the firm's capabilities to clarify the Respondent’s responses to the RFP and to allow City staff to meet the Respondent’s key personnel assigned to this project.

Certifications (Attachments)
a) Declaration of Respondent pg. 20
b) Extension of Contract to Other Public Agencies pg. 21 c) Non-Collusion Declaration pg. 22
d) Bank/Savings and Loan Questionnaire Attachment “A” pg. 25 e) Broker and Dealer Questionnaire Attachment “B” pg. 28 Respondents must be able to obtain a City of Inglewood Business License and must be licensed to do business in the State of California by any applicable government authority.

Evaluation and Selection Process
The City will conduct an initial review and evaluation of each Proposal for responsiveness and satisfaction of the minimum qualifications of this RFP. All Proposals that are responsive and meet RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 11 all the minimum qualifications will be evaluated on the basis of professional experience and qualifications of services to be performed. If a Proposal is non-responsive or fails to satisfy any of the minimum qualifications, then the City may reject the Proposal and disqualify it from further evaluation and consideration for award, and the corresponding Respondent will be so advised.

Proposals will be reviewed and ranked in accordance with the criteria below for scoring based upon a 100-point rating scale. Respondents may be invited for an interview.

Criteria Maximum Points Possible
Qualifications and Experience 20
Project Summary and Methodology 20
Implementation Schedule 20
Questionnaire Attachments “A” and “B” 20
Cost Proposal 20
Total: 100
Evaluation Criteria
The following criteria and matrix shall be used to evaluate proposals:
a. Qualifications and Experience (20 points)
 Demonstrates the extent of the firm and team’s overall skill, experience, and personnel and organization resources, as described in the Scope of Services.  Prior experience with public agencies or private companies.  Evidence of personnel education, work experience of at least three (3) years, and other credentials demonstrating a skill set that meets the requirements of the Scope of Services.
b. Project Summary and Methodology (20 points)
 Fulfillment of requirements.
 Demonstrates the ability to provide services efficiently and has a clear understanding of the Scope of Services
 Proposes a sequence of work to accomplish tasks that concur with the project schedule.
 Demonstrates a thoughtful approach, methods, and procedures of the requested Scope of Services.
c. Implementation Schedule (20 points)
 Proposes a sequence of work to accomplish tasks that concur with the project schedule.
 Logical and realistic timing for each task.
 Schedule is consistent with the Scope of Services and performance timeline. d. Questionnaire Attachments “A,” and “B” (20 points)
RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 12  Thorough and adequate responses to both questionnaires.  Demonstrates good history.
e. Cost Proposal (20 points)
 Reasonableness costs submitted and the competitiveness when compared with other submitted proposals.
 Each proposal will be scored using the following formula:

Respondent Cost Score = (Lowest Cost Response divided by Respondent’s Cost) x 10.

Selection Process
The Respondents will be ranked by scoring from high to low. The highest-ranked Respondent will be invited and selected. The contract will then be presented to the City Council for award.

RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 13 General Provisions
The City of Inglewood, California, hereby extends an invitation to submit a proposal, in accordance with this Request for Proposal (RFP), to provide labor and or and materials for the designated service. Furthermore the City makes no representation that any agreement will be awarded to any firm responding to this request. There are no expressed or implied obligations for the City to reimburse responding firms for any expense incurred in preparing a proposal in response to this request. All information submitted to the City of Inglewood shall become property of the City and will be returned to the Respondent at the City’s option.

Prices
The proposal shall state the total cost for the service as specified in this document. Hourly rates are firm and fixed for the duration of this agreement.

Payment Terms
Standard payment shall be made by City check.

Inglewood Business Tax Certificate
The Respondent agrees to at all times during the performance of the agreement, to obtain and maintain an Inglewood City Business Tax Certificate. The purchase of said Certificate must be made prior to the purchase of product or rendering services and a copy said Certificate must be forwarded to the Purchasing and Contract Services Division.

Sales Tax
The City of Inglewood is subject to the payment of sales tax. All Respondents will be required to include in the proposal the City of Inglewood sales tax rate of 10%. If a Respondent fails to include the City’s sales tax rate in their proposal, the City will add the 10% amount to the proposal for evaluation purposes.

Insurance Requirements
Contractor shall procure and maintain for the duration of the contract insurance against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property which may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder and the results of that work by the Contractor, his agents, representatives, employees or subcontractors.

MINIMUM SCOPE AND LIMIT OF INSURANCE
Coverage shall be at least as broad as:

A. Commercial General Liability (CGL): Insurance Services Office Form CG 00 01 covering CGL on an “occurrence” basis, including products and completed operations, property damage, bodily injury and personal & advertising injury with limits no less than $2,000,000 per occurrence. If a general aggregate limit applies, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to this project/location (ISO CG 25 03 05 09 or 25 04 05 09) or the general aggregate limit shall be twice the required occurrence limit.

RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 14 B. Automobile Liability: ISO Form Number CA 00 01 covering any auto (Code 1), or if the Contractor has no owned autos, covering hired, (Code 8) and non-owned autos (Code 9), with limit no less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury and property damage.

C. Workers’ Compensation: as required by the State of California, with Statutory Limits, and Employer’s Liability Insurance with limit of no less than $1,000,000 per accident for bodily injury or disease.

D. Professional Liability (Errors and Omissions): Insurance appropriate to the Contractor’s profession, with limit no less than $2,000,000 per occurrence or claim, $4,000,000 aggregate (if applicable).

If the Contractor maintains broader coverage and/or higher limits than the minimums shown above, the City requires and shall be entitled to the broader coverage and/or the higher limits maintained by the Contractor. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to the City.

Other Insurance Provisions
The insurance policies are to contain, or be endorsed to contain, the following provisions:

Additional Insured Status
The City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers are to be covered as additional insureds on the CGL policy with respect to liability arising out of work or operations performed by or on behalf of the Contractor including materials, parts, or equipment furnished in connection with such work or operations. General liability coverage can be provided in the form of an endorsement to the Contractor’s insurance (at least as broad as ISO Form CG 20 10 11 85 or if not available, through the addition of both CG 20 10, CG 20 26, CG 20 33, or CG 20 38; and CG 20 37 if a later edition is used).

Primary and Non-Contributory Coverage
For any claims related to this contract, the Contractor’s insurance coverage shall be primary and non-contributory and at least as broad as ISO CG 20 01 04 13 as respects the City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City, its officers, officials, employees, or volunteers shall be excess of the Contractor’s insurance and shall not contribute with it. This requirement shall also apply to any Excess or Umbrella liability policies.

Umbrella or Excess Policy
The Contractor may use Umbrella or Excess Policies to provide the liability limits required in this agreement. This form of insurance will be acceptable provided that all of the Primary and Umbrella or Excess Policies shall provide all of the insurance coverages herein required, including, but not limited to, primary and non-contributory, additional insured, Self-Insured Retentions (SIRs), indemnity, and defense requirements. The Umbrella or Excess Policies shall be provided on a true “following form” or broader coverage basis, with coverage at least as broad as provided on the underlying Commercial General Liability insurance. No insurance policies maintained by the Additional Insureds, whether primary or excess, and which also apply to a loss covered RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 15 hereunder, shall be called upon to contribute to a loss until the Contractor’s primary and excess liability policies are exhausted.

Notice of Cancellation
Each insurance policy required above shall provide that coverage shall not be canceled, except with notice to the City.

Waiver of Subrogation
Contractor hereby agrees to waive rights of subrogation which any insurer of Contractor may acquire from Contractor by virtue of the payment of any loss. Contractor agrees to obtain any endorsement that may be necessary to affect this waiver of subrogation. The Workers' Compensation policy shall be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation in favor of the City for all work performed by the Contractor, its employees, agents and subcontractors.

Self-Insured Retentions
Self-Insured Retentions (SIR) must be declared to and approved by the City Attorney. The City Attorney may require the Contractor to purchase coverage with a lower retention or provide proof of ability to pay losses and related investigations, claim administration, and defense expenses within the retention. The policy language shall provide, or be endorsed to provide, that the SIR may be satisfied by either the named insured or the City. The CGL and any policies, including Excess liability policies, may not be subject to a SIR or deductible that exceeds $25,000, unless approved in writing by the City Attorney. Any and all deductibles and SIRs shall be the sole responsibility of Contractor or subcontractor who procured such insurance and shall not apply to the Indemnified Additional Insured Parties. City may deduct from any amounts otherwise due Contractor to fund the SIR/deductible. Policies shall NOT contain any SIR provision that limits the satisfaction of the SIR to the Named Insured. The policy must also provide that Defense costs, including the Allocated Loss Adjustment Expenses, will satisfy the SIR or deductible. City reserves the right to obtain a copy of any policies and endorsements for verification.

Acceptability of Insurers
Insurance is to be placed with insurers authorized to conduct business in the state with a current A.M. Best’s rating of no less than A:VII, unless otherwise acceptable to the City.

Verification of Coverage
Contractor shall furnish the City with original certificates and amendatory endorsements or copies of the applicable policy language effecting coverage required by this clause and a copy of the Declarations and Endorsement Page of the CGL and any Excess policies listing all policy endorsements. All certificates and endorsements and copies of the Declarations & Endorsement pages are to be received and approved by the City Attorney before work commences. However, failure to obtain the required documents prior to the work beginning shall not waive the Contractor’s obligation to provide them. The City reserves the right to require complete, certified copies of all required insurance policies, including endorsements required by these specifications, at any time.

RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 16 Subcontractors
The Contractor shall require and verify that all subcontractors maintain insurance meeting all requirements stated herein, and the Contractor shall ensure that the City is an additional insured on insurance required from subcontractors. For CGL coverage, subcontractors shall provide coverage with a form at least as broad as CG 20 38 04 13.

Special Risks or Circumstances
City reserves the right to modify these requirements, including limits, based on the nature of the risk, prior experience, insurer, coverage, or other special circumstances.

Indemnification
These Indemnification provisions are independent of and shall not in any way be limited by the Insurance requirements of an Agreement between the City and Contractor. City’s approval of the Insurance contracts required by the Agreement does not in any way relieve the Contractor from liability under this section. Depending on the goods and/or services provided, and to the fullest extent authorized by law, one of the following indemnification provisions shall apply to the Agreement:

1. General Contracts. Contractor shall hold harmless, defend and indemnify City and its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers from and against any and all liability, loss, damage, expense, costs (including without limitation costs and fees of litigation) of every nature arising out of in connection with Contractor’s performance of work hereunder or its failure to comply with any of its obligations contained in the agreement, except such loss or damage which was caused by the sole negligence or willful misconduct of the City.

2. Construction Contracts. Contractor shall hold harmless, defend, and indemnify City and its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers from and against all claims, damages, losses, and expenses including attorney fees arising out of the performance of the work described herein, caused in whole or in part by any negligent act or omission of the Contractor, any subcontractor, anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them, or anyone for whose acts any of them may be liable, except where caused by the active negligence, sole negligence, or willful misconduct of the City.

3. Design Professional Contracts Civil Code § 2782.8. Pursuant to the full language of California Civil Code § 2782, Design Professional agrees to indemnify, including the cost to defend, City and its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers from and against any and all claims, demands, costs, or liability that arise out of, or pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of Design Professional and its employees or agents in the performance of services under this contract, but this indemnity does not apply to liability for damages arising from the sole negligence, active negligence, or willful acts of the City; and does not apply to any passive negligence of the City unless caused at least in part by the Design Professional. The City agrees that in no event shall the cost to defend charged to the Design Professional exceed the professional’s proportionate percentage of fault. This duty to indemnify shall not be waived or modified by contractual agreement or acts of the parties.

RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 17 “Or Equal Clause”
Whenever a material, article, or piece of equipment is identified in the specifications or on the plans by reference to manufacturers’ or vendors’ names, trade names, catalogue numbers, etc., it is intended merely to establish a standard; and any materials, article, or equipment of other manufacturers and vendors which will perform adequately in the duties imposed by the general design will be considered equally acceptable provided the material, article, ore equipment so proposed is, in the opinion of the City of equal substance and function. Said materials, articles or equipment shall not be purchased or installed by the Contractor without the City’s written approval.

Non-Discrimination
California State Labor Code §1735: Discrimination in Employment Because of Race, Color, etc. No discrimination shall be made in the employment of persons working on behalf of or as an agent for the City of Inglewood because of the race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, age, sexual orientation, military and veteran status, or any other legally protected class except as provided in Section 12940 of the Government Code, and every vendor for the City of Inglewood violating this section is subject to all the penalties imposed for a violation of this chapter.

Award of Proposal
Award of agreement will be based on the proposal that meets all of the specified requirements.

Execution of Agreement
A Contractor to whom award is made shall furnish all services in accordance with the provisions hereof and within the time stated in the proposal. If Contractor to whom an award is made fails or refuses to enter into the contract as herein provided or to conform to any of the stipulated requirements in connection therewith, an award may be made to the Contractor whose proposal is next most acceptable to the City. Such Contractor shall fulfill every stipulation embraced herein as if he/she were the party to whom the first award was made. A corporation to which an award is made will be required, before the contract is finally executed, to furnish evidence of its corporate existence, of its rights to do business in California.

Termination of Agreement
The City may terminate the contract at its own discretion or when conditions encountered make it impossible or impracticable to proceed, or when the City is prevented from proceeding with the contract by law, or by official action of a public authority.

Right to Withhold Payment
It is the right of the City to withhold payment when:

A. Defective materials are not remedied under the provisions of specifications; B. There are claims or liens filed or reasonable evidence indicating probable filings of claims RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 18 or liens against the Contractor.

The City shall withhold any monies otherwise due to the Contractor. The City will provide the Contractor with written notice of the amount withheld and the reasons why the payment has been withheld. When the Contractor removes the grounds for such withholding, the City will pay the amount withheld to the Contractor within thirty-five (35) calendar days.

Cost of Proposal
Each Contractor submitting a proposal in response to this RFP acknowledges and agrees that the City shall have no financial responsibility for any costs incurred in the preparation of a proposal even if the RFP is canceled. Any and all such costs shall be the sole responsibility of the Contractor. Contractor further agrees that all documentation and materials submitted in response to this RFP shall remain the property of the City.

No Binding Contract
This RFP process shall in no way create a binding contract, agreement or offer of any kind between the City and Contractor. If the City selects a Contractor as a result of this process, legal rights and obligations shall only arise upon the execution of an agreement by all parties thereto, and such legal rights and obligations of each party shall only be those rights and obligations specifically set forth in the agreement and any other documents specifically referred to therein.

Choice of Law and Venue
This agreement shall be interpreted, construed and governed according to the laws of the State of California. In the event of litigation between the parties, venue in state trial courts shall lie exclusively in the County of Los Angeles, Superior Court, Southwest District, located at 825 Maple Avenue, Torrance, California 90503-5058. In the event of litigation in the United States District Court, venue shall lie exclusively in the Central District of California, in Los Angeles, California.

Right to Alter
The City reserves the right to alter or postpone this procurement and selection process in any way for its convenience at any time. It may also choose to waive any defects in any submittal, issue a new RFP, hire any Contractor it deems appropriate, or reject all submittals at its sole and absolute discretion.

Addendums
In the event that it becomes necessary to clarify or revise this RFP, such clarification or revision will be by Addendum. Any Addendum will become part of this RFP and part of any contract awarded as a result of this RFP.

All addenda will be issued on the City of Inglewood “bid opportunities (PlanetBids)” web page.

Click on the professional auditing services listed on the cover page of this document.

To access addenda use the following web page address:
https://pbsystem.planetbids.com/portal/45619/portal-home RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 19 There are no designated dates for release of addenda. Therefore, interested Respondents should check the Purchasing “Bid Opportunities (PlanetBids)” webpage on a daily basis. Respondents without access to the internet should call the Purchasing and Contract Services Division to inquire about any issued addendums. It is the Respondent’s responsibility to either check the city website or call the Purchasing and Contract Services Division to obtain any addendums.

The City encourages Respondents to send a signed copy of each addendum with your proposal.

If no signed addendum is returned with your proposal, the City will assume that all pricing submitted includes any and all costs associated with any addendums issued.

Answers to questions that do not require an addendum will also be posted on the City’s PlanetBids portal.

Agreement Term
The duration of this agreement is for four (4) years only.

RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 20 Declaration of Respondent
I declare, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, that I am an authorized agent or officer of the organization submitting this proposal, and in such capacity I am empowered to submit this proposal on behalf of (organization):
__________________________________________________________ I also verify that all information submitted and contained herein is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief.

BY:

Signature:

Printed Name:

Position/Title:

Date of Execution:

RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 21 Extension of the Contract to Other Public Agencies
The prices, terms, and conditions of this proposal may be extended to other governmental agencies at the mutual agreement of both the city and the awarded Respondent. All requirements of the specifications, purchase orders, invoices, and payments with other agencies would be directly with the successful Respondent. The City of Inglewood does not warrant any additional use of the contract by such agencies. The Respondent’s response as requested below will in no way affect the City of Inglewood’s consideration of this proposal.

Please indicate if this quote will be extended to other public agencies, and the length of time it will remain in effect from the opening date of this proposal.

Yes_________ No____________ Length of time ___________________Days/Months RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 22 Non-Collusion Declaration
The undersigned hereby declares and says:

I am the of , the party making the foregoing proposal.

The proposal is not made in the interest of, or on behalf of, any undisclosed person, partnership, company, association, organization, or corporation. The proposal is genuine and not collusive or sham. The Respondent has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other Respondent to put in a false or sham proposal. The Respondent has not directly or indirectly colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed with any Respondent or anyone else to put in a sham proposal, or to refrain from responding. The Respondent has not in any manner, directly or indirectly, sought by agreement, communication, or conference with anyone to fix the proposal price of the Respondent or any other Respondent, or to fix any overhead, profit, or cost element of the proposal price, or of that of any other Respondent. All statements contained in the proposal are true. The Respondent has not, directly or indirectly, submitted his or her proposal price or any breakdown thereof, or the contents thereof, or divulged information or data relative thereto, to any corporation, partnership, company, association, organization, proposal depository, or to any member or agent thereof, to effectuate a collusive or sham proposal, and has not paid, and will not pay, any person or entity for such purpose.

Any person executing this declaration on behalf of a Respondent that is a corporation, partnership, joint venture, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, or any other entity, hereby represents that he or she has full power to execute, and does execute, this declaration on behalf of the Respondent.
(Full description of contract):

I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct and that this declaration is executed on [date], at [city], [state].

Signature of Officer or Authorized Agent
RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 23 No Proposal Form
TO ALL RESPONDENTS:

IF YOU DO NOT INTEND TO SUBMIT A PROPOSAL FOR THIS PROJECT, PLEASE INDICATE BELOW

AND RETURN IMMEDIATELY TO THE PURCHASING AND CONTRACTS SERVICES DIVISION OF THE CITY OF INGLEWOOD.
_____ THE FIRM BELOW CANNOT PROVIDE THE SERVICES AS SPECIFIED, PLEASE CHANGE THE CLASSIFICATION OF OUR FIRM TO THE FOLLOWING:
______________________________________________________________________ _____ THE FIRM BELOW CANNOT SUBMIT A PROPOSAL AT THIS TIME BECAUSE OF THE FOLLOWING: ___________________________________________________ ______________________________________________________________________ _____ THE FIRM BELOW IS NOT INTERESTED IN BEING ON THE CITY OF

INGLEWOOD VENDOR LIST, PLEASE REMOVE OUR NAME
RFP NUMBER: ______________
Name of Firm: __________________________________________________________ Address: ______________________________________________________________ Phone: _______________________________________________________________ Name of Individual: ______________________________________________________ Signature: _____________________________________________________________ Date: _________________________________________________________________ RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 24 Respondent’s Checklist
BEFORE SUBMITTING YOUR PROPOSAL, HAVE YOU PROPERLY COMPLETED THE FOLLOWING? Please Check
Here

1. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS:

Have you submitted all requirements per this Request for Proposal?

2. PROPOSAL:
a. Have you responded to the proposed scope of work?
b. Is the proposal properly signed and dated?

3. CONTRACT COMPLIANCE:
a. Have you completed and signed the Declaration of the Respondent? b. Have you completed the Extension of the Contract to other Public Agencies?
c. Have you completed and signed the Non-Collusion Declaration? d. Have you examined and understood the requirements and forms to be furnished on the project?

4. BUSINESS TAX CERTIFICATE:

Are you aware of the General Provisions Section entitled Inglewood Business Tax Certificate?

RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 25 Attachment “A”
Bank/Savings and Loan Questionnaire and Certification

1. Name of Firm:

2. Address:

3. Telephone No. ( ) ( )
(Local) (Nat. Headquarters)

4. Primary Representative: Manager:

Name: Name:

Title: Title:

Tel. No. ( ) Tel. No. ( )

5. What is your Community Reinvestment Act (“CRA”) Rating?

6. What are the Total Assets of the Bank Savings and Loan?

7. What is the current Net Worth Ratio of your institution?

8. What was the Net Worth Ratio for the previous year?

9. What are your required Capital Ratios?
a. Tangible Capital Ratio
b. Core Capital Ratio
c. Risk-based Capital Ratio

10. What are your Ratings (i.e., S&P, Moody’s, Thompson)?

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11. What is the date of your Fiscal Year-end?
a. Has there been a year during the past three (3) years in which the Bank/Savings and Loan did not make a profit?

12. Have you read California Government Code Sections 53630 through 53686 pertaining to the State’s requirements governing the deposit of monies by Local Agencies which includes Cities? Yes No

13. Amounts above the FDIC insurance coverage must be collateralized as specified in the Government Code. Where is the collateral for Deposits held?

Has there ever been a failure to fully collateralize? If YES, please attach an explanation.

14. What is the education level of the Primary Contact(s)?

15. How many years of related experience does the Primary Contact(s) have?

16. What transaction documents and reports would we receive?

17. What information would you provide to our City Treasurer?

18. Describe the precautions taken by your Bank/Savings and Loan to protect the interest of the public when dealing with government agencies as depositors or investors.

19. Please provide your Contract of Deposit of Money pre-signed and sealed by your institution, as well as any signature cards that you may require.

20. Please provide your Wiring Instructions:

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21. Please provide your Bank/Savings and Loan's most recent certified financial statement. Also, if requested, an audited financial statement must be provided within 120 days of your Fiscal Year-end.

CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that I have personally read the City of Inglewood’s Investment Policy and the California Government Codes pertaining to the investments and deposits of the City of Inglewood, and have implemented reasonable procedures and a system of controls designed to preclude imprudent investment activities arising out of transactions conducted between our firm and the City. I understand, however, that our firm is not obligated to monitor the percentage limits on the investments as described in the policy. All sales personnel will be routinely informed of the City of Inglewood's investment objectives, horizon, outlook, strategies, and risk constraints whenever we are advised. We pledge to exercise due diligence in informing the City of Inglewood Investment Officers of all foreseeable risks associated with financial transactions conducted with our firm. I attest to the accuracy of our responses to your questionnaire.

NOTE: Completing the Questionnaire is only a part of the City of Inglewood’s Certification process and DOES NOT guarantee that the applicant will be approved to do business with the City.

SIGNED: DATE:

COUNTERSIGNED: DATE:

RFP-0237 Investment Management and Advisory Services 28 Attachment “B”
Broker/Dealer Questionnaire and Certification

1. Name of Firm:

2. Address:

3. Telephone No. ( ) ( )
(Local) (Nat. Headquarters)

4. Primary Representative: Manager:

Name: Name:

Title: Title:

Tel. No. ( ) Tel. No. ( )
No. of Years in Institutional Sales: No. of Years in Institutional Sales:

No. of Years with Firm: No. of Years with Firm:

5. Are you a Primary Dealer in U.S. Government Securities? Yes No

6. Are you a Regional Dealer in U.S. Government Securities? Yes No

7. Are you a Broker instead of a Dealer, i.e., You DO NOT own securities positions? Yes No

8. Are you NASD-certified and licensed to sell in California municipalities? Yes No

9. What is the net capitalization of your firm?

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10. What is the date of your Firm’s Fiscal Year-end?

11. Is your Firm owned by a Holding Company? If so, what is the name and net capitalization?

12. Please provide your Wiring and Delivery Instructions:

13. Which of the following instruments are offered regularly by your local desk?  T-Bills  Treasury Notes/Bonds  Discount Notes
 NCD’s  BAs (Domestic)  Bas (Foreign)
 Mid-Term Notes  Repurchase Agreements  Reverse Agreements  Commercial Paper  Agencies (specify)

14. Which of the above does your Firm specialize in Marketing?

15. Please identify your most directly comparable City Local Agency clients in our area.

Entity Contact Person Telephone No. Client Since

16. What reports, transactions, confirmations, and paper trail would we receive?

17. Please include samples of research reports or market information that your Firm regularly provides to local agency clients.

18. What precautions are taken by your Firm to protect the interest of the public when dealing with government agencies as investors?

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19. Have you or your Firm been censored or punished by a Regulatory State or Federal Agency for improper or fraudulent activities, related to the sale of securities? Yes No
If YES, please attach an explanation.

20. Attach certified documentation of your capital adequacy and financial solvency. Also, if requested, an audited financial statement must be provided within 120 days of your Fiscal Year-end.

CERTIFICATION
I hereby certify that I have personally read the City of Inglewood’s Investment Policy and the California Government Codes pertaining to the investments and deposits of the City of Inglewood, and have implemented reasonable procedures and a system of controls designed to preclude imprudent investment activities arising out of transactions conducted between our firm and the City. I understand, however, that our firm is not obligated to monitor the percentage limits on the investments as described in the policy. All sales personnel will be routinely informed of the City of Inglewood's investment objectives, horizon, outlook, strategies, and risk constraints whenever we are advised. We pledge to exercise due diligence in informing the City of Inglewood Investment Officers of all foreseeable risks associated with financial transactions conducted with our firm. I attest to the accuracy of our responses to your questionnaire.

NOTE: Completing the Questionnaire is only a part of the City of Inglewood’s Certification process and DOES NOT guarantee that the applicant will be approved to do business with the City.

SIGNED: DATE:

COUNTERSIGNED: DATE:
(Person in charge of government securities operations)

CITY OF CARSON 701 East Carson Street
Report to Honorable Mayor and City Council
Tuesday, October 20, 2026, 5:00 PM
CONSENT 16.

To: Honorable Mayor and City Council
From: William Jefferson, Director of Finance FIN Administration Subject: CONSIDERATION OF THE MULTIPLE EMPLOYER OPEB/PENSION SECTION 115 TRUST AND

RELATED TRUST, ADMINISTRATIVE, AND INVESTMENT ADVISORY AGREEMENTS (CITY COUNCIL) I. SUMMARY
The Finance Department requests City Council authorization for the City of Carson to participate in the Multiple Employer OPEB/Pension Section 115 Trust and to execute the related trust adoption, administrative, investment advisory, and contract services documents with Global Retirement Partners, LLC, doing business as Shuster Advisory Group, a HUB International Company, and Alta Trust Company as trustee. The proposed arrangement is intended to provide a structure for holding and investing City assets designated to fund other post-employment benefits (OPEB) and pension-related obligations. The documents identify the City of Carson OPEB Trust Account and the City of Carson Pension Stabilization Trust Account as the intended accounts.

II. RECOMMENDATION
TAKE the following actions:

1. Authorize the City’s participation in the Multiple Employer OPEB/Pension Section 115 Trust, subject to final review and approval of the agreements by the City Attorney and Finance Department; and,

2. Authorize the Mayor to execute the Trust Adoption Agreement, Trust Administrative Services Agreement, Investment Advisor Agreement, and Contract Services Agreement with Global Retirement Partners, LLC d/b/a Shuster Advisory Group, a HUB International Company, and the applicable trustee documents with Alta Trust Company, in substantially the forms presented, after the fee schedule, compensation cap, and related terms have been reconciled and approved, and subject to City Attorney approval as to form; and,

3. Authorize the City Manager to execute related documents and take actions necessary to implement the agreements, provided that any material changes to compensation or other material terms are returned to the City Council for approval as required by City policy and the agreement; and,

4. RATIFY waiver of the formal bidding or competitive proposal procedures required under CMC Section 2610 pursuant to CMC Section 2611(f) piggyback purchasing.

III. ALTERNATIVES
The City Council may decline to approve the proposed trust participation and related agreements, direct staff to negotiate revised terms, or provide other direction to staff IV. BACKGROUND
A Section 115 trust is intended to hold assets used to fund qualifying governmental obligations, including pension and Other Post-Employment Benefits (OPEB) obligations. The Trust Adoption Agreement provides that the Trust is intended to qualify as a tax-exempt trust of a state or political subdivision for an essential governmental function under Section 115 of the Internal Revenue Code.

The proposed Contract Services Agreement provides for the establishment and administration of the City's Section 115 Pension Trust Fund and investment management services. The agreement identifies the City of Riverside's Section 115 Pension Trust Fund Administration and Investment Management Services Request for Proposal No. 2342, dated January 8, 2024, and the consultant's proposal submitted in response to that procurement, as the basis for the proposed services. The agreement cites Section 2611(f) of the City's Municipal Code as the authority (piggybacking) for utilizing another public agency's procurement, subject to the Purchasing Manager's determination and the requirement that pricing be the same as or better than the original procurement. The Purchasing Manager has waived the City's formal bidding requirements based on piggybacking off the City of Riverside contract.

Under the proposed agreement, Alta Trust Company will serve as trustee, while Shuster Advisory Group will provide trust administration and investment advisory services. The arrangement is intended to establish a framework for managing and investing the City's pension trust assets in accordance with the City's investment objectives, applicable agreements, and an Investment Policy Statement approved by the City.

Schedule of Compensation, establishes a combined annual asset-based fee of 0.10% (10 basis points) during the initial contract term. The fee consists of 0.01% for trust administration, 0.02% for trustee services, 0.01% for custodial services, and 0.06% for investment advisory services. Fees will generally be collected quarterly, except for investment advisory fees, which will be collected monthly. The agreement further provides that fees may not be increased without the City's prior written approval and that total compensation for services may not exceed $150,000, as provided in Section 2.1 of the agreement.

The revised compensation schedule also provides for a minimum annual trustee fee of $500 per plan and a maximum of $5,000 per plan, as well as a minimum annual custodial fee of $400 per plan. Additional custodial charges may apply to non-standard assets and certain check and wire transactions in accordance with the Custodial Agreement. Trust administration fees will convert to a flat-dollar fee after the third contract year, based on the highest year-end balance during the first three contract years.

The agreement allows the City's Investment Committee to review the fees from time to time, including when the portfolio value increases by each additional $20 million, to determine whether further fee negotiations are warranted.

V. FISCAL IMPACT
Funding for the agreement is available in the fiscal year 2026/27 budget under Account No. 101-60-601-101-6004.

The agreement establishes a maximum compensation amount of $150,000, with annual asset-based fees capped at 0.10% (10 basis points) during the initial term. Based on the anticipated annual cost of approximately $30,000, funding for subsequent fiscal years will be incorporated into the City's annual budget process, subject to appropriation and budget approval. Actual costs will depend on the value of the trust assets and applicable fees under the agreement.

VI. EXHIBITS

1. Contract Service Agreement

2. Investment Advisor Agreement Multiple Employer OPEB/Pension 115 Trust

3. Trust Administrative Service Agreement

4. Adoption Agreement Multiple Employer OPEB/Pension 115 Trust

5. Purchasing Waiver

6. Riverside RFP

7. Riverside Contract
Attachments
Exhibit 1: Contract Service Agreement.pdf
Exhibit 2: Investment Advisor Agreement Multiple Employer OPEB/Pension 115 Trust.pdf Exhibit 3: Trust Administrative Service Agreement.pdf
Exhibit 4: Adoption Agreement Multiple Employer OPEB/Pension 115 Trust.pdf Exhibit 5: Purchasing Waiver.pdf
Exhibit 6: Riverside_RFP.pdf
Exhibit 7: Riverside Contract.pdf

CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT
By and Between

CITY OF CARSON
and
GLOBAL RETIREMENT PARTNERS, LLC, a California limited liability company d/b/a SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, A HUB INTERNATIONAL COMPANY 01007.0007 2192548.1 -1-

AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES

BETWEEN THE CITY OF CARSON AND
GLOBAL RETIREMENT PARTNERS, LLC, a California limited liability company d/b/a

SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, A HUB INTERNATIONAL COMPANY
THIS AGREEMENT FOR CONTRACT SERVICES (herein “Agreement”) is made and entered into this day of , 2026 by and between the CITY OF CARSON, a California municipal corporation (“City”) and GLOBAL RETIREMENT PARTNERS, LLC, a California limited liability company d/b/a SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, A HUB INTERNATIONAL COMPANY (“Consultant”). City and Consultant are sometimes hereinafter individually referred to as “Party” and hereinafter collectively referred to as the “Parties.”

RECITALS
A. The City seeks to piggyback off that certain Section 115 Pension Trust Fund Administration and Investment Management Services Request for Proposal No. 2342 (RFP No. 2342) dated January 8, 2024 issued by the City of Riverside and Consultant’s Proposal in response to RFP No. 2342, for administration and investment management services (“Riverside Procurement”).

B. Pursuant to Section 2611(f) of the City’s Municipal Code, the City is authorized to enter into this Agreement by piggybacking off the Riverside Procurement, as determined by City’s Purchasing Manager. City’sregulations permit piggybacking at the same or better pricesthan those reflected in the Riverside Procurement. If there is a conflict between the Riverside Procurement and this Agreement, this Agreement shall govern.

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 Consultantshall 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, competent, and professional manner, and is experienced in performing the work and services contemplated herein. Consultant shall at all times faithfully, 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 professional standards” shall mean those standards of practice recognized by one or more first- 01007.0007 2192548.1 -2-
class firms performing similar work under similar circumstances. If there is a conflict between the Scope of Services and this Agreement, this Agreement shall govern.

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, employees 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 the 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 conditions 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 written 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 shall 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 Agreement, 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 specifically 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 established 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 0.10% (10 basis points) per annum (the “Contract Sum”), unless additional compensation is approved pursuant to Section 1.8. 01007.0007 2192548.1 -4-

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, provided 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 Schedule 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-category), travel, materials, equipment, supplies, and sub-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 correct 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 Agreementshall 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 the 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 governmental 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:

Mark Shuster Investment Advisor
(Name) (Title)
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(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 control 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 this 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 William Jefferson, Director of Finance, 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 Officer 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 their number, 01007.0007 2192548.1 -7-
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 business 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 basis. 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 any 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 aggregate 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 injuries 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 insurance coverage limits of at least $1,000,000.00.
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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-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 5 consecutive years following the completion of Consultant’s services or the termination of this Agreement. During this additional 5-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 Consultant.

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 insurance 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 Certificates 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 01007.0007 2192548.1 -9-
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 appointed 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 guaranteeing 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 the 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 the 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, administrative, 01007.0007 2192548.1 -10-
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 person, 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 Consultant 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 officers, 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 Consultant 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 and 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 not 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 of 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 assigns 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 01007.0007 2192548.1 -11-
Manager”) due to unique circumstances. If this Agreement continues for more than 3 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 performance of such services. Any and all such documents shall be maintained in accordance with generally accepted accounting 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 (3) 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 Consultant’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 records 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 compensation as a result of the exercise by City of its full rights of 01007.0007 2192548.1 -12-
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 guarantee 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 subpoena. (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, interrogatories, request for admissions 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. Consultant 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.

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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 California.

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 Consultant’s acts or omissions in performing or failing to perform Consultant’s obligation under this Agreement. In the event that 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 provided 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 delay 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.

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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 exercise 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 injunctive 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 order 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) days’ 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 only 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 Consultant 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 the 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 01007.0007 2192548.1 -15-
damages), and City may withhold any payments to the Consultant for the purpose of set-off or partial payment of the amounts owed 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 granted, 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 investigating 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-DISCRIMINATION

8.1 Non-liability of City Officers and Employees.

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 performance 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 the 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 financial 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 party 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, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry or other protected class in the performance of 01007.0007 2192548.1 -16-
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, ancestry 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 shall reimburse 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 the 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 constitute 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, and none shall be used to interpret this Agreement. No amendment to or modification 01007.0007 2192548.1 -17-
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 unenforceability 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 provision 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-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 interest 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 violation 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 consequence 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 limited 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 other 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. [SIGNATURES ON FOLLOWING PAGE]
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the date and year first-above written.

CITY:

CITY OF CARSON, a municipal corporation
Lula Davis-Holmes, Mayor
ATTEST:

Dr. Khaleah K. Bradshaw, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

ALESHIRE & WYNDER, LLP
Sunny K. Soltani, City Attorney
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CONSULTANT:

GLOBAL RETIREMENT PARTNERS, LLC, a
California limited liability company d/b/a

SHUSTER ADVISORY GROUP, A HUB

INTERNATIONAL COMPANY
By:

Name: Scott Hauptmann
Title: President
ACKNOWLEDGED:

By:

Name: Mark Shuster
Title: Investment Advisor Representative
Address: 155 N Lake Avenue, Suite 950
Pasadena, CA 91101
If Consultant is a limited liability company, any one of the following options will satisfy City’s signature requirements pursuant to the Corporations Code. Option A: 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. Option B: Signatures required from two managers unless the LLC is managed by one manager per its articles of organization, in which case only one signature from that manager is required. Option C: One signature required from any member unless the LLC is manager-managed per its articles of organization. Option D: 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.