MEETING MINUTES OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, AUGUST 18, 2026
CLOSED SESSION - CANCELED
Minutes are prepared and ordered to correspond to the agenda.
OPEN SESSION - Mayor Pimentel called the meeting to order at 6:04 PM
ROLL CALL
Mayor Pimentel Present
Mayor Pro Tem Baldino : Present
Council Member Boyles - Present
Council Member Giroux Present
Council Member Keldorf- Present
INVOCATION - Father Joshua Wong, St. Michael Episcopal Church PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Council Member Boyles
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
Plunge Capital Campaign Donor Recognition: Presented by Recreation, Parks and Library Director, Aly Mancini, and accepted by campaign donors Leadership in Training - Camp LIT Presentation: Presented by Recreation, Parks and Library Director, Aly Mancini, and accepted by LIT Campers.
3. El Segundo High School Girls Swim Team CIF Championship Commendation: Read by Council Member Giroux and accepted by the team players and coaches
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS - (Related to City Business Only - 3-minute limit per person, 30-minute limit total)
• Genesis Puckett, resident, spoke about Tesla
• John Pickhaver, resident, spoke about Items D21 and B16, and Tesla • Deborah Tanori, Hawthorne resident, spoke about the Catalina Pacific company • Molly Pomerleau, Hawthorne resident, spoke about the Catalina Pacific company • Robert Stinson, Hawthorne resident, spoke about the Catalina Pacific company • Anya Goldstein, resident, spoke about Item D21, Tesla, and Catalina Pacific • Melissa McCaverty, resident and Planning Commissioner, spoke about the Special Meeting decision to grant the Tesla appeal
CITY MANAGER FOLLOW-UP COMMENTS: Council Consensus to look into employees who spoke on behalf of their employers at the August 12, 2026, Special EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES:
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Meeting without disclosing their employers.
A. Read all Ordinances and Resolutions on Agenda by Title Only.
MOTION by Council Member Boyles, SECONDED by Council Member Keldorf to read all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda by title only.
MOTION PASSED 5/0
AYES: Pimentel, Baldino, Boyles, Giroux, and Keldorf
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT:
CONSENT:
4. Approve City Council Meeting Minutes of July 7, 2026:
(Fiscal Impact: None.)
5. Warrant Demand Register for June 15, 2026 through July 26, 2026: Ratify payroll and employee benefit checks; checks released early due to contracts or agreements; emergency disbursements and/or adjustments; and, wire transfers.
Approve Warrant Demand Register numbers 24b - EFT, 24b - Manual Checks, 24b - Payroll, 25a - EFT, 25a - Manual Checks, 1a - EFT, 1a - Manual Checks, 1a - Payroll, 1b - EFT, 1b - Manual Checks* *, 2a - EFT, 2a - Manual Checks, 2a- Payroll, 2b - EFT, and 2b - Manual Checks: warrant numbers 3057777 through 3057793, 3073114 through 3073572, 9100299 through 9100367, and 9003443 through 9003445. (*The 'Payments by Wire Transfer' dates on Warrant Demand Register 1b - Manual Checks is incorrect; the correct dates are 7/6/26 through 7/12/26). (Fiscal Impact: The warrants presented were drawn in payment of demands included within the FY 2025-2026 Adopted Budget, and FY 2026-2027 Adopted Budget. The total of $10,272,622.94 ($1,464,940.46 in check warrants and $8,807,682.48 in wire warrants) are for demands drawn on the FY 2025-2026 Budget. The total of $8,130,758.04 ($2,722,489.37 in check warrants and $5,408,268.67 in wire warrants) are for demands drawn on the FY 2026-2027 Budget.)
2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice Regarding the City's Conflict of Interest Code: Receive and file the completed 2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice confirming the City's Conflict of Interest Code.
(Fiscal Impact: None.)
Notice of Completion for the Electric Vehicle Charger Installation Project, Project No. 24-15: Accept the Electric Vehicle Charger Installation Project, Project No. 24-15, by ACDD, Inc. as complete. Authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder's Office.
(Fiscal Impact: The project's final construction cost is $92,597.
Amount Budgeted: $350,000
Additional Appropriation: No.
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Account Number: 125-511-8519-3-8810.)
8. Notice of Completion for the Abandoned Reservoir Demolition Project, Project No. PW 25-12: Accept the Abandoned Reservoir Demolition Project, Project No. PW 25-12, by NoHo Constructors as complete. Authorize the Public Works Director to sign a Notice of Completion and authorize the City Clerk to file the signed Notice with the County Recorder's Office.
(Fiscal Impact: Included in the adopted FY 2024-25 Budget. Amount Budgeted:
$780,000 Additional Appropriation: None. Account Number(s): 501-000-7103-5-88381 (Water Fund).)
9. Contract Award for the Pump Station #17 Pump Repair, Project No.
PW 26-11: Authorize the City Manager to execute a standard Public Works Contract No. 7657 with Downstream Services, Inc. in the amount of $121,302.80 the repair of one pump at Pump Station #17, Project No. PW 26-11.
(Fiscal Impact: In the annual operating budget for Public Works, $40,000 is budgeted on an annual basis for ongoing maintenance and repair of storm drain infrastructure. The repairs associated with Pump Station #17 were not anticipated and were above the budgeted amount.
Amount Budgeted: $40,000
Additional Appropriation: $125,000
Account Number: 001-511-4302-7-56226 (Public Works Storm Drains Repairs and Maintenance).)
10. Resolution Adopting Plans and Specifications for the FY 2026-27 Concrete Improvements Project, Project No. PW 26-08: Adopt Resolution No. 5619 to approve plans and specifications for the FY 2026-27 Concrete Improvements Project, Project No. PW 26-08 and authorize advertising for bids.
(Fiscal Impact: The estimated project construction cost is $195,935. Amount Budgeted:
$200,000 Additional Appropriation: None Account Number: 106-511-4101-7-88606 (Sidewalk Repair - Gas Tax Fund).)
11. Contract Award for the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Improvements Project, Project No. PW 26-05: Authorize the City Manager to execute a standard Public Works Construction Contract No. 7658 with Modern Construction Management Inc. dba MCM Construction Inc. in the amount of $397,611 for the construction of the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) Improvements Project, Project No. PW 26-05, and authorize additional funding of $32,389 for construction-related contingencies.
Appropriate an additional $30,000 for new furniture for the reconfigured EOC space. (Fiscal Impact: The total approved budget for the EOC Improvement Project is $430,000. The funding is broken down as follows: $107,500 from the General Fund CIP included in the adopted FY 2025-26 budget and $322,500 from the Federal Grant Fund.
The Federal Grant Funds were approved by the California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES). Grant funds were accepted by City Council on January 21, 2025. An additional appropriation of $30,000 is requested for new furniture for the reconfigured EOC space, which will bring the total budget to $460,000.
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Amount Budgeted: $430,000
Additional Appropriation: $30,000 for new EOC furniture from the General Fund Reserve is being requested to #301-511-4101-2-88116.)
12. Administration and Cost Sharing for Implementing the Coordinated Integrated Monitoring Programs and Watershed Management Programs for the Dominguez Channel Watershed and for the Jurisdictional Groups 2 & 3 of the Santa Monica Bay Watershed: Authorize the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Agreement No. 7659 for five years, between the cities of Los Angeles, Carson, El Segundo, Hawthorne, Inglewood, Lawndale, and Lomita, the Los Angeles County Flood Control District, the County of Los Angeles, and the South Bay Cities Council of Governments for $138,460 for Administration and Cost Sharing for Implementing the Coordinated Integrated Monitoring Program (CIMP) and Watershed Management Program (WMP) for the Dominguez Channel Watershed Management Area. Authorize the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Agreement No. 7660 for five years, between the City of Los Angeles, County of Los Angeles, Los Angeles County Flood Control District, and the cities of El Segundo and Santa Monica, for $235,033 for Administration and Cost Sharing for Implementing the Coordinated Integrated Monitoring Program (CIMP) and Watershed Management Program (WMP) for the Jurisdictional Groups 2 & 3 of the Santa Monica Bay Watershed. (Fiscal Impact: The fiscal impacts of the Memorandums of Agreement (MOAs) are summarızed in the tollowing table. The total fiscal impact from FY 2026-27 through FY 2030-31 Is $374,493 and will be funded from the Safe Clean Water (Measure W) local return.
Watershed ES Portion FY 26/27 FY27/28 FY28/29 FY29/30 FY30/31 5-Year Group of Tributary Total
Area
Dominguez 2.48% $25,809 $25,123 $33,518 $26,533 $27,477 $138,460 Channel
Santa 4.70% $47,368 $45,569 $48,747 $46,263 $47,086 $235,033 Monica Bay
J2/J3
Annual Total $73,177 _ $70,692 $82,265 $72,796 $74,563 $374,493 Included in Adopted FY 2026-27 Budget Amount Budgeted: $73,177 Additional Appropriation: None Account Number: 131-511-4101-6-56204 (Measure W).)
13. Notice of Completion for the Repair of Distressed Walls and Surfaces at Recreation Park, Project No. PW 25-05: Accept the Repair of Distressed Walls and Surfaces at Recreation Park, Project No. PW 25-05 as complete. Authorize the Public Works Director to sign a Notice of Completion on behalf of the City, and authorize the City Clerk to file the signed Notice with the County Recorder's Office. (Fiscal Impact: The project construction cost was $859,220.44. Included in the adopted FY 2025-26 Budget. Amount Budgeted: $1,200,000 Additional Appropriation: None Account Number(s): 301-511-4101-1-88421.)
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14. Notice of Completion for the Replacement of Gordon Clubhouse HVAC System at Recreation Park, Project No. PW 25-14: Accept the Replacement of the Gordon Clubhouse HVAC System at Recreation Park, Project No. PW 25-14, by NKS Mechanical Contracting, Inc. as complete. Authorize the Public Works Director to sign a Notice of Completion, and authorize the City Clerk to file the signed Notice with the County Recorder's Office.
(Fiscal Impact: Total Construction Cost $138,715.48. Included in the adopted FY 2025- 26 Budget Amount Budgeted: $150,000 Additional Appropriation: None Account Number: 301-511-4101-1-88400 (Citywide HVAC CIP account).)
15. Professional Services Agreement Award for Construction Management and Inspection Services for the Teen Center, Plaza, and Skate Park Renovation Project at Recreation Park, Project No. PW 25-13, RFP No. 26-02: Authorize the City Manager to execute a Protessional Services Agreement No. 7661 with Ril Consulting, Inc. in the amount of $396,275 for Construction Management and Inspection Services tor the renovations of the Teen Center, Plaza, and Skatepark at Recreation Park.
Project No. PW 25-13 and authorize an additional $50,000 as contingency funds for potential unforeseen conditions.
(Fiscal Impact: Included in the adopted FY 2025-26 Budget.
Amount Budgeted: $8,900,000
Additional Appropriation: None
Account Number: 301-511-4101-1-88421
The previously approved project cost, including the construction contract, construction administration services, and authorized contingencies, was $5,644,891. Approval of the proposed Professional Services Agreement with RTI Consulting, Inc. will increase the total authorized project cost to $6,091, 166.)
16. Amended Bylaws for the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, Capital Improvement Program Advisory committee, Environmental Committee, and Recreation & Parks Committee:
Approve the amended bylaws for the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Committee, Capital Improvement Program Advisory Committee, Environmental Committee, and Recreation & Parks Committee. (Fiscal Impact: None)
17. Waiver of City Municipal Code Section 10-1-4(C) to Allow Alcohol at El Segundo Library for the Art Walk Kickoff Reception: Approve a request by El Segundo Art Walk Foundation to waive City Municipal Code Section 10-1-4(C) to allow alcohol at El Segundo Library for the Art Walk Kickoff Reception, August 21, 2026. (Fiscal Impact: None)
Resolution Adopting Plans and Specifications for the Wastewater Infrastructure Improvements Project PW 25-20: Adopt the attached resolution approving engineering plans and specifications for the Wastewater Infrastructure improvements Project, PW 25-20, to avail the City of immunities pursuant to Government Code § 830.6. Authorize staff to advertise the project for bids.
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(Fiscal Impact: Included in the adopted FY 2026-27 Budget.
Amount Budgeted: $2,000,000
Additional Appropriation: None
Account Number: 502-000-4301-5-88647 (Sewer Main Repair).) MOTION PASSED 5/0
AYES: Pimentel, Baldino, Boyles, Giroux, and Keldorf
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
C. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
D. STAFF PRESENTATIONS:
19. Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2025: Receive and file the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Paul Chung, CFO and City Treasurer, and Robert Callanan, Auditor with Clifton, Larson, Allen (CLA) presented the item.
Council Discussion
Council consensus to receive and file the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report.
20. FY 2026-28 Communications Plan: Approve the FY2026-28 Communications Plan for the City of El Segundo.
(Fiscal Impact: None.)
Becky Robinson, Communications Manager, presented the item.
Council Discussion
MOTION by Mayor Pro Tem Baldino, SECONDED by Council Member Keldorf to approve the FY2026-28 Communications Plan for the City of El Segundo.
MOTION PASSED 5/0
AYES: Pimentel, Baldino, Boyles, Giroux, and Keldorf
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
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Inclusionary Housing Feasibility Analysis Update: Consider and provide policy direction to staff regarding the establishment of a permanent inclusionary housing requirement for new residential development.
(Fiscal Impact: None.)
Michael Allen, Community Development Director, presented the item.
Council Discussion
MOTION by Council Member Giroux, SECONDED by Council Member Boyles to discontinue study of the inclusionary housing requirement for new residential development.
MOTION FAILED 2/3
AYES: Boyles and Giroux
NOES: Pimentel, Baldino, and Keldorf
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
MOTION by Mayor Pro Tem Baldino, SECONDED by Council Member Keldorf to allow the moratorium to lapse and direct staff to study the feasibility of the inclusionary housing requirement for new residential development.
MOTION PASSED 3/2
Pimentel, Baldino, and Keldorf
NOES: Boyles and Giroux
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
E. COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS, AND BOARDS PRESENTATIONS
22. Announce the appointments to the Arts and Culture Advisory Committee:
(Fiscal Impact: None.)
Council conducted the interviews and appointed the following new members:
Jane Burrell*
Brian Mitchell*
Jonathan Downs
*Currently serving on this CCB
REPORTS - CITY CLERK - Announced the Nominating Period has closed and there are three qualified candidates running for the two open City Council positions in the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election.
G. REPORTS - COUNCIL MEMBERS
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the zone approved at the August 12, 2026, Special City Council Meeting.
Council Member Giroux - Suggested staff review potential violations of public speakers at the recent Special Meeting.
Council Member Boyles -
23. Discussion of previous City Council action regarding a One-Half Cent (0.5%) Measure C Sales Tax: Discuss City Council's July 7, 2026 action directing the implementation of a one-half cent (0.5%) Measure C sales tax. Possibly direct staff to schedule an item for the suspension of the one-half cent (0.5%) Measure C sales tax at a future council meeting.
(Fiscal Impact: None.)
Council Discussion
MOTION by Council Member Boyles, SECONDED by Mayor Pimentel to direct staff to schedule an item for the suspension of the one-half cent of Measure C sales tax at a future council meeting.
MOTION FAILED 2/3
AYES: Boyles and Giroux
NOES: Pimentel, Baldino, and Keldorf
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Mayor Pro Tem Baldino - Attended the opening of the Green Shop, at 125 Richmond St. a new business in town. Toured the Hyperion plant. Grand Opening of Tokyo Pasta. LAX Area Roundtable met on August 5, 2026.
Environmental Committee met on August 07 Chevron was audited by AQMD.
Hyperion Public Forum on August 20 6:00 PM at the ES Public Library.
Received Council consensus to appoint Daniel Pankao as an alternate to the LAX Area Rountable committee. Hopes to see everyone at Art Walk August 22, Mayor Pimentel -
24. Appoint a Delegate and an Alternate to the LAX Area Advisory Committee (Fiscal Impact: None.)
Council Discussion
City Council consensus to appoint Kevin Butler to be the Delegate and Tracey Miller- Zarneke to be the Alternate to the LAX Area Advisory Committee.
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Wished his sister a Happy Birthday. Small Cities Connect and Homeless Task Force will meet on August 19, 2026, where Inclusionary Housing will be discussed. LA Workforce Collective at Canva at 9AM, Celebrated Space systems commands fifth anniversary.
Eagles Nest grand opening.
REPORIS - CIlY ATTORNEY - The City's code does prohibit employees from lobbying on behalf of their employer without disclosing their employer. The City Attorney will investigate.
REPORTS/FOLLOW-UP - CITY MANAGER -
25. Designation of Voting Delegate and Alternate to the League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo, September 23-25, 2026: Designate a voting delegate, and an alternate to the League of CA Cities Annual Conference and Expo. (Fiscal Impact: None.)
Council Discussion
The City Council agreed to appoint Mayor Pimentel to be the Delegate and City Manager Darrell George to be the Alternate to the League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo, September 23-25, 2026.
The AQMD received 38 Hyperion odor complaints since July 7 and issued no notices of Violation.
MEMORIAL: The meeting was adjourned in memory of David Michael Pittman.
Adjourned at 8:42 PM.
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Susan Truax, City Clerk
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