1 MINUTES
Regular Meeting of the
Gardena City Council
Tuesday, May 9, 2023
The Regular Meeting Notice and Agenda of the Gardena City Council of the City of Gardena, California, was called to order at 7:04 PM on Tuesday, May 9, 2023, in the Council Chamber at City Hall 1700 West 162nd Street, Gardena, California; Mayor Cerda presiding.
1. ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Tasha Cerda; Mayor Pro Tem Paulette C. Francis; Council Member Mark E. Henderson; Council Member Rodney G. Tanaka; and Council Member Wanda Love; Other City Officials and Employees present: City Manager Clint Osorio; City Attorney Carmen Vasquez; City Treasurer Guy H. Mato; City Clerk Mina Semenza; and Deputy City Clerk Becky Romero.
City Attorney Vasquez noted for the record that staff withdrew Item 2.B from Closed Session. Closed Session discussion and Public Comments will be on Item 2.A only.
PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION - None
2. CLOSED SESSION
2.A CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Designated Representative: Clint Osorio, City Manager Unrepresented Employee: Chief of Police, Michael Saffell
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Cerda reconvened the meeting to the Regular Open Session at 7:45 p.m., and the City Clerk noted the return of all Council Members, who were present at the meeting. When City Attorney Vasquez was asked if there was any reportable action from Closed Session, she stated that staff was provided with direction, but no reportable action was taken.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Deborah Davies and Raymond Thompson led the Pledge of Allegiance. Both Raymond and Deborah attend Maria Regina School and are A -Honor Roll students and members of the Student Council. Both students love to read!
4. INVOCATION
Pastor Martiz Ware, FaithWorks AG Church, gave the Invocation.
DocuSign Envelope ID: 2A9135A4-D843-4D97-AD60-7040CB262361 2 5. PRESENTATIONS
5.A Resolutions of Commendation to Members of the Gardena Police Department in Acknowledgement of Receiving Awards from the South Bay Police and Fire Memorial Foundation at the 47 th Annual Medal of Valor Awards Ceremony on May 18, 2023
a. Police Officer Ted Shin – Life Saving Award
b. Police Officer Christopher De La Rosa – Life Saving Award
Chief of Police Mike Saffell introduced and presented Police Officer Ted Shin and Police Officer Christopher De La Rosa with a Resolution of Commendation – Life Saving Award. Officers Shin and De La Rosa were present and thanked Mayor, all Members of the Council, and their families for all their support.
Mayor Cerda thanked both officers for their service.
6. PROCLAMATIONS
6.A Asian American & Pacific Islander Heritage Month
- was proclaimed by Mayor Cerda.
6.B Provider Appreciation Day – May 10, 2023
“Provider Appreciation Day” May 12, 2023 – was proclaimed by Mayor Cerda.
6.C Public Works Week – May 21 through May 27, 2023
– was accepted by Allan Rigg, Public Works Director. He stated he is proud to lead a group of professional individuals. He thanked his staff for all their hard work and gave all Members of the City Council an update on all the projects that are coming up and thanked them for their ongoing support.
7. APPOINTMENTS – No Appointments were made.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
8.A Waiver of Reading in Full of All Ordinances Listed on this Agenda and that they be Read by Title Only
CONTACT: CITY CLERK
8.B Approval of Warrants/Payroll Register, May 9, 2023
CONTACT: CITY TREASURER
May 9, 2023: Wire Transfer: 12381 -12393; Prepay: 171564 -171566; Check Numbers: 171567 -171725 for a total Warrants issued in the amount of $1,899,062.54; Total Payroll Issued for May 5, 2023: $1,713,833.16.
8.C Personnel Report P-7 5-09-23
CONTACT: HUMAN RESOURCES
DocuSign Envelope ID: 2A9135A4-D843-4D97-AD60-7040CB262361 3 8.D Approval of Annual/Periodic Event Permit – Carnival, for the 85 th Annual Strawberry Park Day Fiesta to be Held May 19 th through May 21, 2023, at St.
Anthony of Padua Catholic Church (1050 West 163rd Street) CONTACT: COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
8.E SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1849 : An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Gardena, California, Adopting a Military Equipment Use Policy of the City of Gardena, California Governing the Use of Military Equipment Pursuant to Assembly Bill 481
CONTACT: POLICE DEPARTMENT
ORDINANCE NO. 1849
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GARDENA CALIFORNIA ADOPTING A MILITARY EQUIPMENT
USE POLICY
8.F Acceptance and Notice of Completion for the PW Yard Workshop HVAC Upgrade Project, JN 521
CONTACT: PUBLIC WORKS
8.G SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1852 : Amending Section 2.48.020(B) of the Gardena Municipal Code Relating to Membership Eligibility of Youth Commission Members
CONTACT: RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES
ORDINANCE NO. 1852
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 2.48.020(B)
OF THE GARDENA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO
MEMBERSHIP ELIGIBILITY OF YOUTH COMMISSION
MEMBERS
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Francis, seconded by Council Member Love, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve all Items on the Consent Calendar with the exception of Item 8.E and 8.G:
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Francis, Council Member s Love, Henderson and Tanaka, and Mayor Cerda
Noes: None
Absent: None
9. EXCLUDED CONSENT CALENDAR
8.E POLICE DEPARTMENT – SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1849: An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Gardena, California, Adopting a Military Equipment Use Policy of the City of Gardena, California Governing the Use of Military Equipment Pursuant to Assembly Bill 481 - Item pulled by Mayor Pro Tem Francis
DocuSign Envelope ID: 2A9135A4-D843-4D97-AD60-7040CB262361 4 Mayor Pro Tem Francis asked about the following: community input regarding the meeting that took place on April 17, 2023; the military equipment, that is “technically define as military equipment ”; and confirmed that the reason this is being done annual is because of AB 481 and will the report be available for public review?
Chief of Police, Mike Saffell provided an explanation of AB 481, Public Meeting that was held and about the equipment. Also informed everyone that the information is available on the website for the public to review.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Francis, seconded by Council Member Henderson, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve Item 8.E:
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Francis, Council Members Henderson, Tanaka and Love, and Mayor Cerda
Noes: None
Absent: None
8.G RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES – SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1852: Amending Section 2.48.020(B) of the Gardena Municipal Code Relating to Membership Eligibility of Youth Commission Members - Item pulled by Mayor Pro Tem Francis
Mayor Pro Tem Francis asked for confirmation of the eligibility guidelines for Youth Commission members: are that they residents of Gardena and are age 14-18? City Manager Osorio confirmed that the information was correct. City Attorney Vasquez stated that the guidelines were more restrictive before and to make it available for more students the ordinance was amended.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Francis, seconded by Council Member Love, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve Item 8.G:
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Francis , Council Member s Love, Henderson and Tanaka, and Mayor Cerda
Noes: None
Absent: None
10. PLANNING & ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY COMMISSION ACTION SHEET
10.A May 2, 2023 MEETING – Meeting Cancelled
11. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
1) Dede Price , spoke on the tragic death of her son , Andrew L. Price II, and made a request for a reward to be offered in exchange for information because the case has gone cold. Also present was Brandon Brooks a childhood friend of Andrew. 2) Larry Drehs, active provider of the Thornburg Park ’s Martial Arts Program came out and spoke on his concerns about threats of litigation s against him from a special needs parent and asked for the city assistance in this matter.
DocuSign Envelope ID: 2A9135A4-D843-4D97-AD60-7040CB262361 5 Mayor Cerda asked if he could wait after the meeting and speak to City Attorney Vasquez, Mr. Drehs agreed to wait.
11.A PUBLIC COMMENTS
1) City Clerk Mina Semenza, noted for the record one email that was received from the public.
12. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES - No Items
13. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
13.A Presentation of Environmental Impact Report Preparation for Land Use and Zone Changes Relating to the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update
City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report.
Senior Planner, Amanda Acuna and De Novo Consultant, Starla Barker gave the PowerPoint presentation, both were available to answer any que stions. Assistant City Attorney, Lisa Kranitz was present and answered questions.
Mayor Cerda asked if anyone asked to speak on this item and if the Council had any comments or questions.
Mayor Pro Tem Francis asked the following: what outlets were used to inform the public; how important is public input to this process and does it matter; she questioned the 45 -day period; how is a regular member of the public, who is not involved going to know about the EIR report; is this critical to the housing element; is there a date of when this report will be available ; and will the 45 -day public review start from that date . Ms. Acuna explained how the public w as notified, how the information can be o btained/viewed and that there will be other opportunities for public input. Assistant City Attorney, Lisa Kranitz stepped in and answered the question of the 45-day review period and efforts for transparency. Consultant Barker stated the date if she had to estimate would be late summer, early fall. She continued to explain who could provide comments on environmental issues or public concerns.
Council Member Love asked the followin g: how much notice was the public given to attend the scoping meeting; how was the public notified between the time specified; she asked where is the presentation located online and if it is on YouTube; what is the difference between re -zoning these projects and re-zoning the city; and have any public comments been received? Ms. Acuna provided the location where the information can be found on the city website. Assistant City Attorney, Kranitz explained further about re -zoning. Consultant Baker explained regarding notifying the p ublic and confirmed that no public comments have been received as of yet.
This Item was Received and Filed.
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URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 1853
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF GARDENA, CALIFORNIA, EXTENDING A
TEMPORARY MORATORIUM ON SIGNIFICANT TOBACCO
RETAILERS
City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report.
At 8:55 p.m., Mayor Cerda announced that the Public Hearing was open. She asked if anyone had asked to speak on this item and if Council had any comments or questions.
Public Speakers: City Clerk Mina Semenza, noted for the record two emails that were received from the public on Item 13.B.
Mayor Cerda asked for confirmation and if this Ordinance is to extend the moratorium for 10 months.
City Manager Osorio replied that was correct.
At 8:56 p.m., Mayor Cerda then announced that the Public Hearing was closed.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Francis, seconded by Council Member Tanaka, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve Council conduct a Public Hearing and Adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 1853, an extension of the moratorium prohibiting any new Significant Tobacco Retailer businesses from establishing in the City:
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Francis , Council Member s Tanaka, Henderson and Love, and Mayor Cerda
Noes: None
Absent: None
14. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - ELECTED & CITY MANAGER'S OFFICES - No Items
15. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS – POLICE - No Items
16. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - PUBLIC WORKS
16.A Scope for the Council Chamber's Audio and Visual Upgrade Project
City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report.
Mayor Cerda asked if anyone asked to speak on this item and if the Council had any comments or questions.
No public speakers.
DocuSign Envelope ID: 2A9135A4-D843-4D97-AD60-7040CB262361 7 Council Member Love asked if the report was based on the quote we received from Vector; she indicated that some of the items on the quote were things we don’t need; moving forward we need to make it understood what we need and don’t need; she indicated that we do need an expert to come in and I would hope that we can upgrade our system completely; how long ago did Vector do this proposal; in order to give our residents another opportunity to attend these meetings, especially our seniors, and be able to give public comment. She stated without that we are limiting our community; I would hope that we could do this for our residents.
City Manager replied to her questions.
Public Works Director Allan Rigg answered her questions.
Mayor Pro Tem Francis asked why we would need speakers in the ceiling; is this quote just to upgrade what we need now, and will this put us in the ballpark if we wanted to transition to a hybrid system.
Director Rigg made some recommendations of what needs to take place and replied to her questions.
Council Member Henderson commented that it is key to first upgrade what we have now, and we need to understand how the flow of the meetin g changes when we say full hybrid vs. hybrid; he suggested that let’s get what’s not working, working and then come together to figure out how we conduct our business , cause it changes the me eting because we’ll need to get our City Clerk and City Attorney involved, he continued to say we’ll need to get a tighter scope and be clear and focus on what is hybrid.
Council Member Tanaka commented that there a lot of little, small things that the vendor may not do, but it may make our cost go up; he spoke about hybrid meetings that he has attended where things did go wrong; I agree with Council Member Henderson let’s get fixed what needs to be fixed and look at other vendors to see what’s out there to consider.
Mayor Cerda stated that she was in agreement with her colleagues, I would like to see what it’s going to cost to get the broken equipment fixed.
Council Member Love stated that the system has been breaking down for a while, how long are we going keep fixing the broken equipment, and how much is it going to cost the City; but I would rather stay focused on the upgrade, she stated she still believes it’s a disservice to our community not allowin g them to comment; when we had hot topics on Zoom, we had people calling in and that’s what we are here for; we were elected to represent the community; how do we represent the community if we don’t give them a platform to communicate with us.
Director R igg explained his position and recapped what was being discussed tonight.
City Manager Osorio explained what was needed and gave his recommendation.
DocuSign Envelope ID: 2A9135A4-D843-4D97-AD60-7040CB262361 8 Council Member Henderson stated that so we are all clear we will be spending some money and that we a re all clear on what we mean by hybrid; he stated that there’s a different level of support in the audio room that we are going to need, and be really clear on what we mean by hybrid; I support the suggestion of fix what’s not working, understand how our m eeting flows and then think about the total cost of ownership of equipment, because we do not have the expertise on board, could make the operating expenses rise.
Mayor Cerda asked Director Rigg would we need to hire a consultant to fix what is broken now; there are come back with a cost to fix the equipment; 2) what it would cost to get a consultant to find a middle option or going full hybrid.
Council Member Love asked Director Rigg if there was something in between fixing our equipment and going full hybrid; would like you to come back with some options for us and then we could make some decisions.
Director Rigg replied that he would need a consultant.
Mayor Pro Tem Francis asked if we could fix what’s wrong, can it be so that all the equipment is in place to go hybrid.
Director Rigg replied to her answer.
Council Member Henderson stated that the key is what you define as hybrid for us.
He then said we need to clearly define what our business requirements are, he stated he would vol unteer if needed; and continued to say organizations that are full hybrid, are out $500,000 to $750,000 because their expectations were not met.
Mayor Pro Tem then asked why are we spending the money now, if its not going to prepare us for the future.
City Manager Osorio came back with his recommendations.
Mayor Cerda then asked if the only equipment right now that is broken is the one camera.
Director Rigg replied.
City Attorney then stated that if the amount is over $30,000 , it would have to come back to Council.
Council Member Love commented that she would like us to hire a consultant.
It was moved by Mayor Cerda, seconded by Council Member Henderson, and carried by the following roll call vote to Direct City Manager/Staff to get Bids for a Consultant if it’s over $30,000 then we would need to come back to Council for approval:
Ayes: Mayor Cerda, Council Member Henderson, Mayor Pro Tem Francis, and Council Members Tanaka and Love
Noes: None
Absent: None
DocuSign Envelope ID: 2A9135A4-D843-4D97-AD60-7040CB262361 9 16.B Award Construction Contract for the Local Streets Improvement 2020/2021, 2021/2022, and 2022/2023, JN 987, 994 and 514, to Onyx Paving Company, Inc. in the amount of $2,424,000. Additionally, Award Construction Management and Inspection Services Contract t o Uniplan Engineering Inc., in the amount of $145,560, Approve the Project Plans & Specifications and Declare California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Exemption.
City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report.
Mayor Cerda asked if anyone asked to spea k on this item and if the Council had any comments or questions.
No public speakers.
Mayor Pro Tem Francis commented that Golden State Water ha s been making improvements throughout the City, is this going to fix all the streets that have been torn up ; she then confirmed that they were working on the water lines, and commented that Van Ness from Rosecrans to 139th was repaved; is the street from 135th to El Segundo going to be included or is it a separate project?
Council Member Henderson asked if All A merican or Hardy protest because Onyx was already doing some work in the City and were given the contract.
Director Rigg explained the process in detail and answered all questions.
It was moved by Council Member Love, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Francis, and carried by the following roll call vote to Award Construction Contract ; Award Construction Management and Inspection Services ; Approve Project Plans and Specifications; and Declare CEQA Exemption:
Ayes: Council Member Love, Mayor Pro Tem Francis , Council Member s Henderson and Tanaka, and Mayor Cerda
Noes: None
Absent: None
17. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - RECREATION & HUMAN SERVICES
17.A Approval of Purchase and Installation of Flooring, Painting for the Rowley Park Auditorium and Flooring, Painting and Furniture for the Computer Lab in the Rowley Park Gymnasium as part of the Multi -Park Improvement/Facility Master Plan Study Project JN 967 in the amount of $90,128.
City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report.
Mayor Cerda asked if anyone asked to speak on this item and if the Council had any comments or questions.
No public speakers.
Mayor Pro Tem Francis asked about the office that is being converted into a computer lab and asked how many stations.
DocuSign Envelope ID: 2A9135A4-D843-4D97-AD60-7040CB262361 10 Christina Weldin, Administrative Coordinator of Recreation & Human Services Department replied to her questions.
Council Member Love asked about the auditorium and confirmed that it was going to get new flooring and painting; she then asked about flooring in another room.
She indicated she is pushing for a teen center and was hoping to use that space ; would like for the students on the north side of town to have a teen center, possibly having two centers if we could space them apart.
Mayor Cerda asked what the time span is to get the work done.
Director of Recreation & Human Services Stephany Santin came up and gave information regarding the teen center and answered all questions.
City Attorney Vasquez stated that Council Member Love should bring this up during her directives.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Francis, seconded by Council Member Love, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve Purchase from Eyedeal Interiors, Inc. Tony Painting and D & R Office Works, Inc;
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Francis , Council Member s Love, Henderson and Tanaka, and Mayor Cerda
Noes: None
Absent: None
18. DEPARTMENTAL ITEMS - TRANSPORTATION
18.A Approve Contract Amendment with Trapeze Software Group, Inc. for Scheduling Consulting Services in the Amount of $149,555
City Manager Osorio presented the Staff Report.
Mayor Cerda asked if anyone asked to speak on this item and if the Council had any comments or questions.
No public speakers.
Mayor Pro Tem Francis recalls a couple of months ago we approved a 3-year plan where you could put some information into your cell phone and see the bus schedules; she asked if this was part of that contract.
Director of Transportation, Ernie Crespo explained and answered all questions.
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Francis, seconded by Council Member Henderson, and carried by the following roll call vote to Approve Contract:
Ayes: Mayor Pro Tem Francis , Council Member s Henderson, Tanaka and Love, and Mayor Cerda
Noes: None
Absent: None
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20. COUNCIL DIRECTIVES
Council Member Henderson
1) Would like to propose a $5,000 reward for the Price family for the cold case murder of their son Andrew L. Price II – Mayor Cerda seconded it.
City Attorney Vasquez stated that this proposed award would need to be done by way of resolution, so it will need to be agendized at our next Council Meeting.
2) Direct staff to work with Clear Channel to replace the older billboards in our City with digital billboards – Mayor Cerda seconded it.
3) Would like to have staff look into a virtual City Hall, for everyone and to include those who have disabilities, if we could create a virtual assistant on our website on how to assist the public and be transparent – Mayor Pro Tem Francis seconded it.
Council Member Love
1) Would like staff to look into using the Rowley Park auditorium as a place on the northside of Gardena for an afterschool program for our youth ages 13 -18, Monday through Friday from 3:00-6:00p.m. – Mayor Pro Tem Francis seconded it.
Council Member Tanaka
1) He was sent a letter from the League of CA Cities requesting the City of Gardena’s support on three bills that are coming before the senate combatting fentanyl; Would like to know if our Council Members would like their signature on t his letter, if so, City Manager staff will reach out to each Council Member and will provide a copy - Council Member Love seconded it.
21. CITY MANAGER REMARKS RE: DIRECTIVES / COUNCIL ITEMS
City Manager Osorio had no reportable updates.
1) Gardena Events Video Presentation - the video highlighted the Recreation and Human Services Department past and future events.
22. COUNCIL REMARKS
1. COUNCIL MEMBER TANAKA - Since the last meeting Council Member Tanaka attended the South Bay COG Board meeting that had a guest speaker who was LA County Sheriff Robert Luna, Youth and Government Day, Cinco De Mayo Parade, COG special meeting, the city Shredding Event, COG Home less Task Force meeting, Coffee with a Cop, City Clerk’s Week, the funeral services for retired Police Officer Ruben Gurrola, STEAM Gala by the south region of LAUSD at Steven White Middle School. Council Member Tanaka also attended the Bonsai Exhibition, Public Safety Day, and the COG Steering Committee meeting. Lastly, Council Member Tanaka attended the digital billboard presentation.
DocuSign Envelope ID: 2A9135A4-D843-4D97-AD60-7040CB262361 12 2. COUNCIL MEMBER LOVE - Since the last meeting Council Member Love attended Mr. Tommie Burgess’ funeral and mentioned he was 93 years old and a 57 year Gardena resident , an army vet who served in two wars , was a Green Beret and received a Purple Heart. Council Member Love attended the sw earing in of her Planning Commissioner, retirement for Rick Giuliano, Cinco De Mayo Parade, attended the swearing in of Gloria Gray, City of Inglewood’s newest elected official, SCAG seminar in Palm Desert, Assembly Member Al Muratsuchi’s Senior Scam event and self -defense course for seniors, Public Safety Day, Bonsai Event, and lastly, Council Member Love attended Clear Channel digital billboard presentation.
3. COUNCIL MEMBER HENDERSON - Since the last meeting Council Member Henderson attended Youth and Government Day, Shredding Event, Cinco De Mayo Parade, SCAG meeting in Palm Desert, other c ommunity meetings, Bonsai Event, digital billboard presentation and thanked his colleagues for their attendance. He mentioned that digital billboards are impactful with the lack of sound that comes from the billboards. Council Member Henderson sent well wishes to the City Clerk staff in honor of City Clerk’s Week . Council Member Henderson attended a birthday party for Mayor Lula Davis -Holmes. Lastly, Council Member Henderson announce d he will be holding open meetings in the Council Chambers on the third Saturday of the month for the months of June, July, August, and September from 9am- 12pm.
4. MAYOR CERDA - Since the last meeting Mayor Cerda attended the last part of Youth and Government Day , she sent a special thank you to staff , Spring Fling Dance for Seniors, Cinco De Mayo Parade, she wasn’t able to attend, but heard about our shredding event and that it was well attended; Coffee with a Cop, Amestoy Elementary Career Day, gave a s hout out to the City Clerk’s Office on behalf of City Clerk’s Week, and Fire Service Day, and thanked all who were involved . Lastly Mayor Cerda attended Clear Channel digital billboard presentation.
5. MAYOR PRO TEM FRANCIS - Since the last meeting Mayor Pro Tem Francis attended the Cinco De Mayo Parade, Coronation of the Cinco De Mayo Queen, Spring Fling for the Seniors, Gardena Holly Park Homeowners Association Town Hall meeting and discussed ways of improving police relations. Mayor Pro Tem Francis also attended the Public Safety Day, Bonsai event, Clear Channel Event, and the Shredding Event. Lastly Mayor Pro Tem Francis wishe d Feliz dia de las Madres on May 10th, which takes place in Mexico, and wished all women a Happy Mother’s Day, she wished all her fellow educators a Happy Te acher Appreciation Day . She then mentioned that despite all the bad news all around , keep in mind that better days are coming.
23. ANNOUNCEMENT(S)
Mayor Cerda announced:
1) Community Meeting - Service Restoration Plan & Microtransit. First meeting will be held on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at 12:00 pm via Zoom; Second meeting will be in- person on Thursday, May 11, 2023, at 6:00 pm at GTrans located at 13999 S.
Western Ave. For more information, please contact GTrans. Comments will be accepted by email or phone.
2) Health Pet Clinic, Saturday, May 27, 2023, from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm at the Nakaoka Community Center. All dogs must be on leashes and all cats must be in carriers.
DocuSign Envelope ID: 2A9135A4-D843-4D97-AD60-7040CB262361 13 3) Summer Glow Up Dance Party, Friday, June 9, 2023, from 6:30 pm to 9:00 pm at the Nakaoka Community Center. Wear your best glow up outfit and bring your best moves for a chance to win a prize! Register online or call 310-217-9537. 4) City of Gardena Dodger Day, Thursday, July 6, 2023 , at 7:10 pm. Giveaway Night Tony Gonsolin Bobblehead. Dodgers vs. Pittsburgh Pirates. Buy your tickets at City Hall.
5) Save the Date for t he City of Gardena Jazz Festival, Sunday, August 27, 2023, at Rowley Park. Ticket sales begin on Monday, May 1, 2023. To purchase tickets, visit www.gardenajazzfestival.com/tickets.
24. REMEMBRANCES
25. ADJOURNMENT
At 10:48 p.m., Mayor Cerda adjourned the Gardena City Council Meeting to the Closed Session portion of the City Council Meeting at 7:00 p.m., and the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 23, 2023.
MINA SEMENZA
City Clerk of the City of Gardena and
APPROVED:
Ex-officio Clerk of the Council
______________________________ By:___________________________ Tasha Cerda, Mayor Becky Romero, Deputy City Clerk
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