KAISER PERMANENTE SPORTS VILLAGE,
BAKERSFIELD
Project Description: Verde Design was selected by the City of Bakersfield to provide conceptual design services for the City's remaining 95 acres of undeveloped parkland for Kaiser Permanente Sports Village. We provided an updated conceptual master plan, which includes six football fields with sports field lighting, eight baseball/softball fields, a skate park and dog park, fitness stations, a splash pad, an aquatics center and community center, a play area,
restroom/concessions buildings, shade structures and picnic areas, walking trails, parking areas, and internal roads.
We also provided construction drawings for 35 acres of
Phase IV improvements for this project, which includes
five football fields with sports field lighting, a restroom/ concessions building, roadway extension improvements, and two parking areas.
Program: • Five natural grass football fields • Paved parking and access road and pedestrian walkways • Restroom building/concessions building and shaded public plaza
Services: Master planning, conceptual design, and construction documents (Phase I), and construction administration services Client: City of Bakersfield
Navdip Grewal, Project Manager
1600 Truxtun Avenue
Bakersfield CA 93306
415.999.6548 | [email protected]
Size: 100 acres (conceptual planning) and 35 acres (CD) Construction Cost: $13.6 million
Schedule: Completed August 2023
Project Team: Mark Baginski (principal) and Chris Giannini (Sr. PM)
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TAMIEN PARK, SAN JOSE
Project Description: Verde Design was selected by the
City of San Jose (City) to provide two concept plans, a preferred concept, construction documents, bidding, and construction assistance for the City's Tamien Park. Included in Phase 1 of the 3.67-acre park design, is a new parking lot, a pre-fabricated restroom/storage building, security lighting with power outlets, shade structures, picnic and play opportunities. Additional features of the park include a post-tension slab basketball court, synthetic turf volleyball court, youth play area, game tables, ornamental fencing, stone pilasters, signage, pervious and impervious paving, site-specific improvements, drought-tolerant planting, and an MWELO-compliant pump and irrigation system that is
designed to be switched over to recycled water when it
becomes available.
In Spring 2021, Verde Design completed Phase II additions to the park, which included a natural grass multi-use field with accompanying shade structures, perimeter all-weather walking/running path, and field netting. An outdoor fitness/ exercise area is provided with additional seating and shade.
The park is designed to have direct linkage to the train station upon build out. A perimeter pathway encompasses the new field with raised planting beds. A solar lighting was also installed for safety and emergency lighting.
Program:
Phase I
• Play area and custom playhouse and features
• Picnic and seating areas
• Basketball court and synthetic turf volleyball court
• Pathways, raised planters with seat walls
• Specialty fencing, custom site furnishings, and lighting • Pre-fabricated restroom/storage building
• Parking lot with permeable paving
Phase II
• Natural grass multi-use field with field fencing
• All-weather perimeter walking/running path
• Exercise/fitness area with shade structures
• Solar lighting
Services: Conceptual design, design development,
community outreach, construction and bid documents,
specifications, cost estimates, bidding, and construction administration services
Client: City of San Jose
Chris Mastrodicasa, Landscape Architect
200 East Santa Clara Street, 6th Floor
San Jose, CA 95113-1905
408.535.8416 | [email protected]
Size: 3.6 acres total
Construction Cost:
• Phase I: $2.8 million
• Phase II: $2.1 million
Schedule:
• Phase I: Completed August 2017
• Phase II: Completed June 2021
Project Team: Derek McKee (PIC), Todd Young (PM), and
Bill Drulias (Director of Design)
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SELMA OLINDER PARK, SAN JOSE
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REFERENCES
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PROJECT REFERENCES
Please see the below four (4) client references where
we have completed multiple projects or are currently in the design phase of stated projects. We have completed
multiple projects for these clients, which helps demonstrate our reliability and outstanding service to our clients.
1. CITY OF BURBANK
Mike Del Campo, Superintendent of Landscape
275 East Olive Avenue Burbank, CA 91502
818.238.5343 | [email protected]
Completed Projects:
• Brace Canyon Park (2023)
2. TOWN OF APPLE VALLEY
Rich Berger, Project Manager
14955 Dale Evans Parkway, Apple Valley, CA, 92307
760.240.7000 | [email protected]
Current Project:
• Captain Joseph McConnel Jr. USAF Park (current)
3. CITY OF SUNNYVALE
Jim Stark, Superintendent of Parks
6221 Commercial Street, Sunnyvale, CA 94085
408.730.7596 | [email protected]
Completed/Current Projects:
• Community Center Grounds (current)
• Lakewood Park (current)
• Assessment of Needs for Outdoor Recreation and
Facilities (current)
• Youth Crickett Batting Cage Feasibility Study (2022)
• Fair Oaks Park (2022)
4. CITY OF SAN FRANCISCO
Dan Mauer, Recreation & Parks PM
49 South Van Ness Avenue, 12th Floor, San Francisco, CA 94102 628.652.6630 | [email protected]
Completed/Current Projects:
• UN Plaza Skate Park and Exercise Area (2023)
• South Sunset Fields (2022)
• Youngblood-Coleman Fields (2020)
• Silver Terrace Park (2019)
FAIR OAKS PARK, SUNNYVALE
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DETERMINING COSTS FOR PROFESSIONAL FEES
Verde Design strongly believes that the success of any project begins with clear communication including identifying a specific scope of services and associated fees for every respective project. It is important to us that our client not only feels that they received the services that they paid for but that it was also excellent value without sacrifice.
If we are selected to perform professional services for the City of Gardena (City), we will review the project scope with you to develop project specific tasks, consultant needs and overall process to establish professional compensation which can be provided in a fee breakdown matrix. It is our intent to be all-inclusive with our proposal and prefer not to provide additional services or contract amendments as the project progresses.
Typically, our fees are provided on a lump sum fixed fee basis that is derived from the task/fee worksheet. We have provided services utilizing a percentage of construction costs. While the percentage can vary based on scope, we are typically in the
7.5% to 12% range. Fee percentage is determined by the complexity and overall size of the project scope and anticipated construction budget.
They have consistently shown an outstanding level of responsiveness. From conceptual design to construction management, the team at Verde are easy to contact and quick to respond. This is something that is critical to keeping projects on time and within budget.
DAN MAUER, PROJECT MANAGER, RECREATION AND PARKS
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Verde Design, Inc.
Charge Rate Schedule
Effective until December 31, 2024
The following chart outlines the current charge rate for professional and office costs. Reimbursable rates and expenses are shown at the bottom.
Project Rates
Principal $270.00 per hour
Project Manager/Construction Manager Level Four $255.00 per hour Level Three $235.00 per hour
Level Two $190.00 per hour
Level One $175.00 per hour
Project Architect $255.00 per hour
Project Engineer
Level II $195.00 per hour
Level I $180.00 per hour
IT Manager $190.00 per hour
CAD Manager $185.00 per hour
Project Designer $170.00 per hour
Job Captain/Staff Engineer/Construction Administrator $160.00 per hour Draftsperson Level II $155.00 per hour
Draftsperson Level I $150.00 per hour
Project Administrator $95.00 per hour
Intern $80.00 per hour
Reimbursable Rates
Blueprints, Printing and Reproductions Cost plus 10%
Sub Consultant Services Cost plus 10%
Reimbursable Expenses
Blueprints and Reproductions Travel Expenses
Photography Parking and Toll Expenses
Models and Renderings Permit Fees
Postage/Overnight Mail Service Courier Delivery Service Charge Rate Schedule is subject to revisions.
Verde Design, Inc.
Charge Rate Schedule
Effective until December 31, 2023
The following chart outlines the current charge rate for professional and office costs. Reimbursable rates and expenses are shown at the bottom.
Project Rates
Principal $265.00 per hour
Project Manager/Construction Manager
Level Four $250.00 per hour
Level Three $230.00 per hour
Level Two $185.00 per hour
Level One $170.00 per hour
Project Engineer
Level II $190.00 per hour
Level I $175.00 per hour
IT Manager $185.00 per hour
CAD Manager $180.00 per hour
Project Designer $165.00 per hour
Job Captain/Staff Engineer/Construction Administrator $155.00 per hour Draftsperson Level II $150.00 per hour
Draftsperson Level I $145.00 per hour
Project Administrator $90.00 per hour
Intern $80.00 per hour
Reimbursable Rates
Blueprints, Printing and Reproductions Cost plus 10%
Sub Consultant Services Cost plus 10%
Reimbursable Expenses
Blueprints and Reproductions Travel Expenses
Photography Parking and Toll Expenses
Models and Renderings Permit Fees
Postage/Overnight Mail Service Courier Delivery Service June 20, 2022
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QUALIFICATIONS & RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
B.S, Mississippi State University, 1991
B.L.A., Landscape Architecture, Mississippi
State University, 1991
A.A.S., Land Development, State University
of New York at Cobleskill, 1987
CA 4089, Landscape Architect, 1994
LEED Accredited Professional
American Society of Landscape Architects
Urban Land Institute
Coalition for Adequate School Housing
American Sports Builders Association
California Parks and Recreation Society
City of Cathedral City
• Dream Homes Park (current)
x Master plan
x Neighborhood park
x Basketball court
x Shaded play areas and plaza
x Fitness stations and picnic shelters
x Restrooms and lighted walkways
x Open turf area and dog park
x Parking areas
x Regional trail connection
Town of Apple Valley
• Captain Joseph McConnel Jr. USAF
Park (current)
x All-weather track
x Football field
x Two soccer fields
x Baseball field
x Dog park
x Veterans Memorial
x Restroom building
x Picnic shelters
x Parking area
Cosumnes Community Services
District, Elk Grove
• Arnold J. Adreani Park (2023)
x Playground
x Splash pad
x Half-court basketball
x Restroom
x Picnic shelters
x Walking path with exercise pods
x Bike Trail connection
City of Sunnyvale
• Community Center Grounds (current)
x Picnic and park amenities upgrade
x Water feature renovations
x Playground
x Outdoor amphitheater/
performance space
x Lighting and ADA upgrades
• Lakewood Park (current)
x Synthetic turf baseball, soccer, and
x multi-use fields
x Picnic and park amenities upgrade
x Playground
x Dog park and skate park
x Splash pad / water play area
x Lighting and ADA upgrades
• Fair Oaks Park (2022)
x Synthetic turf baseball, soccer, and
multi-use fields
x Magical Bridge all-inclusive
playground
x Picnic and park amenities upgrade
x Hardcourts reconstruction
x Lighting and ADA upgrades
x Dog park
Fair Oaks Recreation and Park
District, Fair Oaks
• Phoenix Park (current)
x Conceptual plan
x Circulation and additional parking
x Addition of two natural grass
softball fields
x Double batting cage
x Playground and bike park
• Jim Streng Park (2022)
x Play area with synthetic turf
x Natural play area
x Seating areas
x Drought tolerant planting
x Planting and irrigation
City of West Sacramento
• Bryte Park Master Plan (current)
x Synthetic turf ball fields
x Natural grass soccer fields
x Aquatic center
x Park amenities
MARK BAGINSKI RLA, LEED AP
PRINCIPAL-IN-CHARGE | VERDE DESIGN, INC.
Mark joined Verde Design as a principal in 2008, one year after it was founded. He brings over 30 years of professional experience, and is responsible for project design and management, client relationships, and production of project documents. His projects have included recreational and athletic facilities, including neighborhood and pocket parks with playgrounds, athletic fields and sports complexes, plazas and streetscapes, aquatic facilities, commercial property development, and corporate campus master planning. Mark's projects have earned several notable awards and distinctions. A key characteristic of Mark's designs is the belief in an overall "big idea.” This ensures that our clients’ projects benefit from a strong, overall design concept that incorporates their goals and project objectives. Mark’s background leading multidisciplinary development teams from the early programming phase through construction management, provides a broad base of experience for his projects.
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QUALIFICATIONS & RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
B.S., Landscape Architecture, California
Polytechnic State University, Pomona,
1993
CA 4287, Landscape Architect, 1998
American Society of Landscape Architects
California Parks and Recreation Society
Coalition for Adequate School Housing
Town of Apple Valley
• Captain Joseph McConnel Jr. USAF
Park (current)
x All-weather track
x Football field
x Two soccer fields
x Baseball field
x Dog park
x Veterans Memorial
x Restroom building
x Picnic shelters
x Parking area
City of Burbank
• Brace Canyon Park (current)
x Synthetic turf baseball, softball,
soccer and flag football fields
x All-weather walking track
City of Orange
• Hart Park (current)
x Baseball field improvements
City of Cathedral City
• Dream Homes Park (current)
x Basketball court
x Shaded play areas and plaza
x Fitness stations and picnic shelters
x Restrooms and lighted walkways
x Open turf area and dog park
x Parking areas
x Regional trail connection
• Downtown Dog Park Conceptual
Plan (2023)
x Large and small dog park
x Pickle ball courts
x Parking and site lighting
• Panorama Park (2022)
x Dog park
City of Palm Springs
• Whitewater Park Master Plan (2019)
x Neighborhood park
x Dog park
x Skate plaza
x Splash pad and shaded play areas
x Shaded plaza
x Lighted walking paths
x Open turf area
x Parking area
x Regional trail connection
City of Orange
• El Modena Park (current)
x Softball field improvements
City of Poway
• Lake Poway Softball Field (current)
x Softball field reconstruction
City of Santa Ana
• 1st & Mountainview Park (current)
x Conceptual planning and public
outreach
City of Bakersfield
• Kaiser Permanente Sports Village
(2023)
x Master plan
x Five natural grass football fields
with sports field lighting
x Renovation of four natural grass
fields
x New parking and roads
x Irrigation and stormwater
management
Palomar College, San Marcos
• New Synthetic Football Field /
Stadium (current)
• New Softball Field (current)
CHRIS GIANNINI RLA
ASSOCIATE, SR. PROJECT MANAGER | VERDE DESIGN, INC.
Chris joined Verde Design in 2019 as our Southern California office leader who leads all production efforts. This includes graphics, conceptual and construction drawing efforts as well as meeting preparation and project updates. Chris will provide management for the project, working with the team to attain input from your staff and various agencies involved, develop project programs, as well as direct supervision of drafting personnel, to ensure that you are satisfied and that the project's goals are met. Chris brings expertise in recreational facility and public park design, public works, high-density housing development, private residential design, commercial development, retail development, streetscape and highway design, and construction management to the Verde Design team. Chris has more than 25 years of experience in the design industry. Over his career, Chris has received multiple project awards from California Parks & Recreation Society (CPRS), American Society of Civil Engineers (ASCE) and American Public Works Association (APWA), which are all organizations he is actively involved in.
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MICHAEL SALAZAR RLA
PROJECT MANAGER | VERDE DESIGN, INC.
Mike joined Verde Design in 2022, contributing over 20 years of expertise in the field of landscape architecture. Prior to joining Verde Design, he dedicated his skills to several comprehensive landscape architectural firms. Mike’s extensive portfolio includes a wide variety of public and private projects, including master planned communities, mixeduse commercial retail spaces, residential sub-divisions, parks, schools, churches, and streetscapes. Notably, he has overseen projects from the initial proposal stage and conceptual development to the creation of detailed working drawings, ultimately resulting in the thorough management of construction administration.
QUALIFICATIONS & RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
B.S., Landscape Architecture, California
Polytechnic State University, Pomona,
2001
CA 5166, Landscape Architect, 2006
City of Cathedral City
• Dream Homes Park (current)
x Master plan
x Neighborhood park
x Basketball court
x Shaded play areas and plaza
x Fitness stations and picnic shelters
x Restrooms and lighted walkways
x Open turf area and dog park
x Parking areas
x Regional trail connection
City of Burbank
• Brace Canyon Park (current)
x Synthetic turf baseball, softball,
soccer and flag football fields
x All-weather walking track
Town of Apple Valley
• Captain Joseph McConnel Jr. USAF
Park (current)
x All-weather track
x Football field
x Two soccer fields
x Baseball field
x Dog park
x Veterans Memorial
x Restroom building
x Picnic shelters
x Parking area
City of Poway
• Lake Poway Softball Field (current)
x Softball field reconstruction
City of Orange
• El Modena Park (current)
x Softball field improvements
City of Santa Ana
• Chavez Campesino Park (2022)
x New futsal court
x Irrigation and turf improvements
x Grading
x ADA accessible connection walk
Palms Park Community Center,
Lakewood
• Palms Park Community
Center(current)
x Patio with seating
x Irrigation and planting
Weingart Senior Center, Lakewood
• Weingart Senior Center (current)
x Irrigation and planting
x Raised planters
Saddleback College, Mission Viejo
• Saddleback College (current)
x Softball field reconstruction
x Slope landscaping
x Accessible pedestrian connections
x Spectator bleachers
x Biofiltration areas
x Parking areas
Palmdale Academy Charter School,
Palmdale
• Palmdale Academy Charter
School(2022)
x Synthetic turf multi-use fields
x All-weather Track and Field
Oro Grande School District, Oro
Grande
• Oro Grande Elementary School (2022)
x Playground Improvements
x New playground surfacing
x New accessible walkways
x Planting and irrigation
Palo Verde Unified School District,
Palo Verde
• Palo Verde High School(current)
x Natural grass fields replacement
x New baseball field
x Softball field improvements
x Central plaza with shade structure
Gardena High School, Gardena
• Garden High School(current)
x 8-lane all-weather running track
x New natural grass football/soccer
field
x Track and field events
x Accessible ramp down to field
x New paving
x Accessible parking lot upgrades
x Landscape on perimeter slopes
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GIOVANI AGUIRRE, RLA
PROJECT DESIGNER | VERDE DESIGN, INC.
Giovani joined Verde Design in 2022. As project designer, Giovani’s contributions to projects start from early conceptual design to construction documentation, to assisting in the construction administration phase. With 10 + years of professional experience, Giovani has worked on multiple project types such as parks, trails, streetscapes, singlefamily and multi-family housing, commercial retail, Industrial, and environmental planning documents such as design guidelines, specific plans, and Greening Studies.
QUALIFICATIONS & RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
B.S., Landscape Architecture, California
Polytechnic State University, Pomona,
2013
A.S, Riverside City College, 2008
CA 6899, Landscape Architect, 2023
American Society of Landscape Architects
City of Cathedral City
• Dream Homes Park (current)
x Neighborhood park
x Picnic shelters, restrooms, shaded
plaza and play areas
x Basketball court and fitness stations
x Lighted walking paths
x Open turf area and dog park
x Parking areas and trail connection
• Downtown Dog Park Conceptual
Plan (2023)
x Large and small dog park
x Pickle ball courts
x Parking and site lighting
• Town Square Water Play (2023)
x Splash pad design with seating
x Fountain of Life railing design
Town of Apple Valley
• Captain Joseph McConnel Jr. USAF
Park (current)
x All-weather track
x Football field
x Two soccer fields
x Baseball field
x Dog park
x Veterans Memorial
x Restroom building
x Picnic shelters
x Parking area
City of Burbank
• Brace Canyon Park (2023)
x Synthetic turf
x Baseball, softball, soccer and flag
football fields
x All-weather walking track
City of Poway
• Lake Poway Softball Field (current)
x Softball field reconstruction
City of Bakersfield
• Kaiser Permanente Sports Village
(2023)
x Master plan
x Five natural grass football fields
with sports field lighting
x Renovation of four natural grass
fields
x New parking and roads
x Irrigation and stormwater
management
Colton Joint Unified School District,
Colton
• Grand Terrace High School
(current)
x Synthetic turf replacement on
football/soccer field
Saddleback College, Mission Viejo
• Saddleback College (current)
x Softball field reconstruction
x Slope landscaping
x Accessible pedestrian connections
x Spectator bleachers
x Biofiltration areas
x Parking areas
Oro Grande School District, Oro
Grande
• Oro Grande Elementary School (2022)
x Playground Improvements
x New playground surfacing
x New accessible walkways
x Planting and irrigation
San Mateo-Foster City School
District, San Mateo/Foster City
• Audubon Elementary School
(current)
x Synthetic turf multi-use field
• Bayside Elementary School (current)
x Synthetic turf multi-use field
• Brewer Elementary School (current)
x Synthetic turf multi-use field
• George Hall Elementary School
(current)
x Synthetic turf multi-use field
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2024 City of Gardena RFQ On-Call Professional Services
JUNE 4, 2024
RFQ FOR ON-CALL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
ADDENDUM 01
TO: ALL RFQ HOLDERS
ADDENDUM NO. 1, AS DESCRIBED BELOW, IS FOR THE USE OF CONSULTANTS SUBMITTING THE STATEMENT OF QUALIFICATIONS OR RESPONSES TO THE CITY’S REQUEST FOR QUALIFICATIONS. ALL
CONSULTANTS SHALL INDICATE ON THE STATEMENT/PROPOSAL COVER LETTER THAT THEY HAVE RECEIVED THIS ADDENDUM NO. 1.
QUESTIONS & RESPONSES:
1. In regard to the subject RFQ Scope of Work for General Civil Engineering Design as shown on page 4, can you please confirm if the City would like us to include Geotechnical services as part of the Civil component as stated, since there is also a separate RFQ category for Geotechnical service on page 5? No, please submit a separate statement of qualifications if your firm is interested in providing services in the category of Geotechnical Engineering, Geology, and Material Testing. This category is intended for direct geotechnical services for the City. For General Civil Engineering Design, it is expected that the lead consultant will team up with your desired geotechnical consultant or your own qualified staff as needed to provide complete PS&E construction documents.
2. Can firms be both a prime consultant and a sub-consultant to another team in the same or different service category?
Yes, firms can be both.
3. Will the City allow the usage of the City’s logo in the proposal materials? Yes, the City will allow the usage of the logo.
4. Can you specify how “Associate, Civil, and Senior Civil” Engineers are classified? Is it based on number of years of experience or other criteria?
You may reference the City of Gardena’s job specifications as your minimum guideline:
https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/cityofgardena/classspecs. The specifications for the Senior Civil Engineer position have not been developed. Therefore, assume that the job responsibilities are similar to those of a Civil Engineer, but require a minimum of 8 years of experience, including managerial experience. As mentioned, these specifications are minimal guidelines and consultants are encouraged to propose additional qualifications or experience to provide a competitive proposal.
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2024 City of Gardena RFQ On-Call Professional Services
5. Can you please confirm if firms are able to just submit a proposal for the geotechnical engineering/geology and material testing services or require having a team with a construction management company in order to pursue this?
Yes, you may just submit a proposal/statement for the geotechnical/geology and material services.
6. Do you anticipate consultants to support and prepare grant applications? The City may request services under General Civil Engineering, Traffic Engineering, Architecture and/or Landscape Architecture as applicable.
7. You are requesting references in the Similar Projects/Services and the References sections. Can you please clarify what information you would like in each section since both sections are asking for client contact information?
The information can overlap; however, Similar Projects/Services should identify specific projects with scope descriptions, key personnel and their roles, project dates, etc., as mentioned in the RFQ. The Reference Section should identify the current contact agency, person, phone number, and email so the reviewer can perform the reference check if necessary.
END OF ADDENDUM 01
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Gardena City Council Meeting
AGENDA REPORT SUMMARY
Agenda Item No. 18.A
Section: DEPARTMENTAL
ITEMS - TRANSPORTATION
Meeting Date: September 10,
2024
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE GARDENA CITY COUNCIL AGENDA TITLE: Approve GTrans Proposed Service Changes for January 2025 COUNCIL ACTION REQUIRED:
Staff Recommendation: Approve Service Changes
RECOMMENDATION AND STAFF SUMMARY:
In 2017, GTrans conducted a comprehensive Line by Line Analysis of fixed route and Special Transit Service for Fiscal Year 2018. Based on this analysis, a service change proposal for implementation in 2020 was submitted and approved by City Council in 2019. However, due to COVID-19 restrictions, implementation of these approved changes were delayed, which necessitated modifications to the current service at the time.
Since then, GTrans has conducted extensive analysis and monitoring, recognizing that the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic has caused transit ridership in LA County to change immensely in both travel behaviors and patterns. This significant impact has affected not only GTrans service, but transit service in Los Angeles County. In addition to shifting travel patterns, the South Bay region has witnessed significant developments, including the Inglewood Sports and Entertainment Complex—home to SoFi Stadium (hosting the Los Angeles Rams and Chargers), the Intuit Dome (home of the Los Angeles Clippers), the Kia Forum, and numerous hotels, restaurants, residences, and shopping venues. Similarly, the LAX Automated People Mover system and the LAX Metro Transit Center Station on the LA Metro K Line have made substantial progress. As the region prepares for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, these developments are expected to be transformative, offering tremendous opportunities to enhance mobility while reducing vehicle miles traveled.
In response to these recent developments and challenges, service modifications are deemed necessary. The proposed adjustments are intended to enhance service delivery while addressing existing constraints. Public comment was solicited through a series of community meetings conducted both via Zoom and in person, at various times of day and on weekends, as well as during a public hearing held at the Gardena Council Chambers. Following a comprehensive analysis of the data gathered and feedback received, GTrans proposes to implement the changes in early 2025 and will continue to evaluate their impacts. Detailed information regarding the proposed changes is provided in the attached Agenda Staff Report.
Therefore, GTrans recommends that Council approve the Proposed 2025 Service Changes.
FINANCIAL IMPACT/COST:
Based on the proposed changes to service, GTrans anticipates $1,853,560 in overall annual cost savings to GTrans. However, cost savings reflected on Line 1X and Line 4 have been realized during the current modified service period resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic.
The net costs of $1,201,249 can be absorbed through the aforementioned cost savings already realized.
Overall cost implications would take effect with the service change implementation in January 2025. There is no impact to the General Fund.
ATTACHMENTS:
GTrans Service Changes 2025 Staff Report.pdf
APPROVED:
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Clint Osorio, City Manager
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
AGENDA TITLE:
Approve GTrans Revised Proposed 2025 Service Changes
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Proposed 2025 Changes
BACKGROUND:
In 2017, GTrans conducted a comprehensive Line by Line Analysis of fixed route and Special Transit Service for Fiscal Year 2018. Based on this analysis, a service change proposal for implementation in early 2020 was submitted and approved by City Council in 2019. The 2020 approved changes are outlined below:
Line Description of Service Change
Line 1X Eliminate Six (6) Midday Trips to Downtown L.A. in Each Direction Line 2 Adjust Weekday Running Times to Improve
On-Time Performance
Line 3 Adjustments to Weekend Span of Service; Separate Saturday and Sunday Schedules
Line 4 Eliminate Line 4 Route Segment
However, due to COVID-19 restrictions, implementation of these approved changes were not implemented and instead routes were modified to reflect reduced ridership and operator shortages, which necessitated modifications to the current service at the time. Since then, GTrans has conducted extensive analysis and monitoring, recognizing that the 2020 COVID-19 pandemic has caused transit ridership in LA County to change immensely in both travel behaviors and patterns. This significant impact has affected not only GTrans service, but transit service in Los Angeles County, California and throughout the nation.
Prior to the pandemic, GTrans served over 3 million boarding customers on five routes. While still providing lifeline service to our community’s most vulnerable workers, GTrans saw a reduction of over half its riders in 2020, and as of FY24 worked its way back, now carrying 2.2 million boarding customers.
Since that time, GTrans has slowly been adding back service that was reduced due to low ridership and a shortage of transit operators needed to deliver the service.
During that period the South Bay saw major developments emerge, such as the Inglewood Sports and Entertainment Complex that houses SoFi Stadium, (home to the Los Angeles Rams and Chargers) and the Intuit Dome (home to the Los Angeles Clippers,) the Kia Forum, and plans for various hotels, restaurants, residences and shopping venues. Similarly, we will soon see the new LAX Automated People Mover system/stations, and the LAX Metro Transit Center Station on the LA Metro K Line. In preparation for the Los Angeles 2028 Olympics, the development in the area has been and will be transformative and provide for tremendous opportunity to provide mobility options for people while reducing vehicle miles traveled. 2 of 9
Additionally, the evolving conditions of GTrans stops and routes, coupled with a nationwide shortage of operators, have posed new challenges for the agency.
In response to these developments, service modifications are needed. The proposed changes are designed to enhance service while addressing current constraints and challenges. GTrans is proposing to implement the following proposed changes in January 2025 and will continue to evaluate their impact thereafter.
Proposed Changes for 2025
Line 1X
The 2020 changes for Line 1X included the elimination of six midday trips to Downtown Los Angeles in both directions. However, due to COVID-19, the Downtown Los Angeles segment of the line was suspended and remains as such to this day. Line 1X currently operates a modified weekend schedule on weekdays. The route operates from Metro’s Redondo Beach Station, traveling along Marine Avenue through the City of Gardena, stopping at the Harbor Freeway C (Green) Line and J (Silver) Line station.
Among the five routes managed by GTrans, Line 1X is historically the least productive route, with approximately 650 daily riders, translating to about ~5-12 riders per service hour on weekdays and a cost of roughly $11.97 per boarding. Prior to the modified service, nearly 85 percent of trips towards Downtown Los Angeles had occupancy rates of 30 percent or less. Under the modified service, Line 1X serves an average of 300 riders on the weekday.
Given the ongoing suspension and continued low ridership, GTrans is proposing to officially eliminate all weekday service to Downtown Los Angeles and the associated zone fare of an additional $1.00 and adopting the current modified schedule, which offers service from 7:30 a.m. to 6:39 p.m. with a 45-minute frequency from Redondo Beach C Line Station to the Harbor Freeway C and J Line Station.
Proposed Route Map
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Line 2
Line 2 is GTrans’ most heavily utilized route, running parallel to the Harbor Freeway along the key corridors of Western Avenue and Vermont Avenue. It provides vital connections to Metro’s Vermont Green Line Station and the Harbor Gateway Transit Center, linking with both Metro and other municipal transit services. In FY24, Line 2 served an average of 6,100 riders on the weekday and achieving nearly 35 boardings per hour.
The planned changes for Line 2 in 2020 aimed to enhance weekday running times and improve on-time performance. However, the implementation of these changes were delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which temporarily reduced weekday service to a weekend schedule. In April 2021, service was reinstated with a Monday through Friday frequency of 15 minutes from 4:29 a.m. to 10:01 p.m., and a Saturday and Sunday frequency of 30 minutes from 4:53 a.m. to 9:38 p.m.
To further enhance service quality, GTrans is now proposing minor adjustments to Line 2 during weekday peak periods to improve on-time performance and overall service efficiency along the route.
Proposed Line 2 Route Map
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Line 3
Line 3 operates from the Redondo Beach Transit Center to Metro’s Martin Luther King Transit Center in Compton. As the second most heavily used route in the GTrans network, Line 3 serves nearly 2,000 riders on an average weekday, or approximately 30 riders per hour. It is a crucial cross-town service; however, traffic congestion frequently affects its on-time performance.
The proposed 2020 changes for Line 3 included adjustments to the weekend span of service and the separation of Saturday and Sunday schedules. The implementation of these changes was delayed due to the COVID-19 pandemic, which led to a temporary reduction in weekday service to a weekend schedule.
In January 2024, service was restored to a Monday through Friday frequency of 30 minutes from 5:39 a.m. to 8:20 p.m., and a Saturday and Sunday frequency of 30 minutes from 5:39 a.m. to 7:18 p.m.
To further enhance service, GTrans is now proposing minor adjustments to Line 3 during weekday peak periods to improve on-time performance and overall efficiency along the route.
Proposed Line 3 Map
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Line 4
Line 4 serves as an East/West circulator route between Gardena and Hawthorne, and is one of GTrans' lowest-performing lines, with an average of 450 riders per weekday—about 20 riders per hour—and a cost of $6.73 per boarding in 2019. The route connects to the bustling Metro Harbor Gateway Transit Center and partially overlaps with GTrans Line 1X along Marine Avenue.
The 2020 changes for Line 4 included eliminating the segment between Hawthorne Blvd/147th St and Manhattan Beach Blvd/Crenshaw Blvd. However, due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this change was postponed, and service on the route was suspended.
This proposed routing still supports ridership generated from students at Gardena High School and provides peak access to major transfer points of Harbor Gateway Transit Center and El Camino College. However, considering the continued suspension and historically low ridership, GTrans is proposing a new alignment for Line 4, extending from Manhattan Beach Blvd/Crenshaw Blvd to the Harbor Gateway Transit Center.
The revised service would include peak directional service with two trips in the AM and PM time periods.
This limited schedule would operate year-round, with exceptions during winter and summer breaks.
To address the reduction in Line 4 service, GTrans will be launching a pilot service called Microtransit, a new shared-ride service for the general public launching in Fall 2024. This pilot service was approved by City Council in 2023. Microtransit will serve the City of Gardena’s boundaries including key stops along Line 4 and operate from Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Proposed Line 4 Map
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Line 5
Line 5 operates East/West, connecting the Aviation C Line Station with the Willowbrook/Rosa Parks C Line and A Line Station. In 2019, Line 5 provided service Monday through Friday with a 30-minute frequency from 4:35 a.m. to 8:57 p.m. However, due to COVID-19, service was temporarily reduced to a 60-minute frequency from 5:35 a.m. to 8:27 p.m. As of January 2024, service has been partially restored to a 45-minute frequency from 5:35 a.m. to 8:27 p.m., Monday through Friday. Currently, Line 5 serves an average of 555 riders on the weekday.
The South Bay region has also seen major developments emerge over the past few years, including the progress of new LAX Automated People Mover system, the LAX Metro Transit Center Station and the LA Metro K Line. Additionally, the incoming World Cup 2026 and Los Angeles 2028 Olympics will be transformative and provide an opportunity to provide mobility options for people while reducing vehicle miles traveled.
Therefore, GTrans is proposing enhancements to the weekday service that include increasing weekday service to 30-minute frequency and introducing a new weekend service operating at a 30-minute frequency from 6 a.m. to 8 p.m. from the Aviation C Line Station to the Willowbrook/Rosa Parks C Line & A Line Station. GTrans was also awarded funding through the Metro Express Lanes Grant Program to support weekend service on Line 5.
Outreach
GTrans developed its initial proposals with the idea that the final piece of the evaluation puzzle would be feedback from customers and the community. In addition, GTrans is required to evaluate its changes in accordance with its Title VI polices governing non-discrimination in the provision of transit service. In accordance with the GTrans Major Service Change Policy and Public Participation Plan adopted by the Council in July 2019, GTrans embarked on a comprehensive outreach campaign.
Outreach included a detailed description of changes and ways to comment on the GTrans website, www.ridegtrans.com with automated comment forms that provide comments directly back to staff.
Information on the website is able to be translated into over 100 languages using Google Translate featured on the website. In addition, GTrans set up a separate service change comment email address:
[email protected], which directs back to staff for collection and dissemination to GTrans planning team. Three community meetings and one public hearing were scheduled for both online and in person at different times of the day and on the weekend, giving individuals the opportunity to provide comments and feedback. Bilingual Spanish/English advertisements were placed on car cards on all GTrans buses along with detailed service change brochures, and notifications about the community meetings were placed on the bulkheads behind the bus operators. Outreach was also conducted using GTrans social media accounts through Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. Notification of the meetings were published on several newspapers, including The Daily Breeze, Gardena Valley News, La Opinion and The Korea Times. The public was informed that comments would be recorded up until midnight on August 28, 2024.
Feedback
GTrans received varied feedback through email, meetings, and social media, mainly regarding the proposed increase in Line 5 service. Comments included questions about the new Microtransit service, the timing of changes, and resource allocation. Overall, feedback was supportive of the proposed changes. We also received additional suggestions for new service expansion and alternative routing separate from the proposed service changes. These suggestions will be further considered during future service changes and potentially in the upcoming comprehensive operational analysis. 7 of 9
Line 1X Feedback
GTrans received five comments concerning the proposal to eliminate all trips to Downtown Los Angeles on Line 1X. One commenter endorsed the reduction as a beneficial adjustment, while another inquired about the potential for reinstating Downtown LA trips in the future. A third commenter expressed frustration, questioning the continued support for Line 7X compared to Line 1X. The fourth commenter proposed extending the line to Norwalk and Whittier. The final commenter supported modifications to Line 1X, suggesting it operate between Harbor Freeway and Redondo Beach Stations and asking if peak hour service would be maintained between Harbor Freeway and Downtown LA. They also recommended extending the line from Redondo Beach Station to Manhattan Beach Pier to cover portions of the former Metro Line 126.
Line 2 Feedback
Two comments were received regarding the proposal to implement minor adjustments to the route during weekday peak periods to enhance on-time performance and overall service. One commenter advocated for relocating the route's terminus to the Harbor Gateway Transit Center. The second commenter endorsed the recommended changes.
Line 3 Feedback
Two comments were received concerning the proposal to make minor adjustments to this route during weekday peak periods to improve on-time performance and overall service. One commenter suggested extending the line to the Redondo Beach Pier, while the other supported the recommended changes.
Line 4 Feedback
GTrans received three comments regarding the proposed changes to Line 4, which would reduce service to two one-way eastbound trips in the morning and two one-way westbound trips in the afternoon. One commenter expressed frustration with the reduction, arguing that it is unfair for Line 4 to face cutbacks while Line 7X continues to receive support. The second commenter requested an extension of the line to Del Amo Station in Carson and downtown Inglewood Station. The final commenter opposed the reduction and proposed running all-day weekday service from Harbor Gateway Transit Center to El Camino College, with a potential extension to Redondo Beach Station via Manhattan Beach Blvd, Inglewood Ave, and Marine Ave.
Line 5 Feedback
GTrans received four comments regarding the proposed enhancements to Line 5 service, which include increased frequency and expanded weekend service. The first commenter strongly supported the expansion, noting benefits such as improved scheduling flexibility, reduced reliance on cars, and increased public transit usage. They also highlighted that these enhancements would further economic and climate goals and enhance service reliability for residents. The second commenter recommended extending Line 5 to connect with the LAX/Metro Transit Center for direct access to Los Angeles International Airport. The third commenter inquired about the possibility of connecting Line 5 to the LAX/Metro Transit Center. The final commenter supported the proposed changes.
Microtransit Feedback
GTrans received four comments regarding the reintroduction of the new on-demand transit service, Microtransit. The first commenter requested details about the service's hours of operation. The second inquired about the fare structure. The third sought further information on the service's features and coverage.
The final commenter compared the proposed Microtransit service to Metro Micro, expressing concern that high demand for Metro Micro prevents single ride bookings and suggesting that similar issues might affect the new Microtransit service.
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Summary and Next Steps
Overall, the feedback received from the public did not warrant any adjustments to the proposed changes, and therefore GTrans is proposing to make changes systemwide in order to enhance and improve overall service and reliability. If these changes are approved by the Council, GTrans will begin its internal preparation for the change to take effect in January of 2025. This preparation will include developing schedules, marketing materials and preparing for the operator bids where bus operators bid for work assignments and dissemination of the new schedule to GTrans’ customers and community. Below is a proposed systemwide map of the recommended service changes, along with a table detailing change to the annual revenue service hours and cost implications for each proposed service change:
Proposed Systemwide Map
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Change in Annual Revenue Hours and Cost Implications
The highlighted rows reflect cost savings already realized from the suspended portions of the service operated on Line 1X and Line 4 during the current modified service period resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Changes in annual revenue hours and cost implications for the upcoming proposed service changes are reflected on Line 2, 3 and 5. The net costs of $1,201,249 can be absorbed through the aforementioned cost savings already realized.
*Includes both savings already realized and new costs.
IN CONCLUSION, GTrans recommends that the City Council approve the revised proposed 2025 service changes as outlined in the Staff Report.
Submitted by: ___________________________________ Date: 9/10/2024 Ernie Crespo, Director of Transportation
Line Description of Service Change
Change in Annual
Revenue Hours from
2019
Cost
Line 1X Eliminate All Trips to Downtown Los Angeles (6,200) ($1,524,208) Line 2 Minor Adjustments to Weekend Running Times
to Improve On-Time Performance Neutral Cost Neutral
Line 3 Adjust Weekday Running Times to Improve
On-Time Performance 390 $95,878
Line 4
Permanent Reduction of Service to Peak
Directional AM and PM Trips Running All Year
Except Winter and Summer Break
(6,226) ($1,530,600)
Line 5 Improve Weekday Headways and Expand
Service on Line 5 to Operate on Weekends 4,496 $1,105,370 TOTAL CHANGE FROM 2019* (7,540) ($1,853,560)
NET CHANGES 4,886 $1,201,248
City of Gardena
Gardena City Council Meeting
AGENDA REPORT SUMMARY
Agenda Item No. 19.A
Section: COUNCIL ITEMS
Meeting Date: September 10,
2024
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE GARDENA CITY COUNCIL AGENDA TITLE: Designation of Voting Delegate / Representative for the League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo - October 16-18, 2024 COUNCIL ACTION REQUIRED:
Staff Recommendation: Designate Voting Delegate / Representative RECOMMENDATION AND STAFF SUMMARY:
Staff respectfully recommends that the City Council designate a member of the City Council to serve as the City of Gardena's Voting Delegate during the October 16-18, 2024, League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo being held at the Long Beach Convention Center. Consistent with League bylaws, a city's voting delegate must be designated by its City Council.
As Gardena's Delegate to the Los Angeles County League of California Cities, Mayor Pro Tem Rodney G. Tanaka is registered to attend and represent the City of Gardena at the Annual Conference and Expo and will be available to serve in this capacity. In the event that Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka cannot attend, Council Member Wanda Love, the Alternate to the Los Angeles County League of California Cities, can represent the City of Gardena.
Therefore, Staff recommends that the City Council designate Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka to represent the City of Gardena as its official Voting Delegate and Council Member Love as the official Voting Delegate - Alternate during the League's Annual Conference and Expo in October.
Council Action regarding selection of Voting Delegate is advised by September 25, 2024. The Selection information, attested by the City Clerk, will be submitted to the League of California Cities Office by the required 2024 deadline.
FINANCIAL IMPACT/COST:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
2024 Cal Cities Voting Delegate Information Packet.pdf
APPROVED:
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Clint Osorio, City Manager
1400 K Street, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95814 • 916.658.8200 • calcities.org
DATE: Wednesday, July 10, 2024
TO: Mayors, Council Members, City Clerks, and City Managers RE: DESIGNATION OF VOTING DELEGATES AND ALTERNATES
League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo, Oct. 16-18, 2024 Long Beach Convention Center
Every year, the League of California Cities convenes a member-driven General Assembly at the Cal Cities Annual Conference and Expo. The General Assembly is an important opportunity where city officials can directly participate in the development of Cal Cities policy.
Taking place on Oct. 18, the General Assembly is comprised of voting delegates appointed by each member city; every city has one voting delegate. Your appointed voting delegate plays an important role during the General Assembly by representing your city and voting on resolutions.
To cast a vote during the General Assembly, your city must designate a voting delegate and up to two alternate voting delegates, one of whom may vote if the designated voting delegate is unable to serve in that capacity. Voting delegates may either be an elected or appointed official.
Action by Council Required. Consistent with Cal Cities bylaws, a city’s voting delegate and up to two alternates must be designated by the city council. Please note that designating the voting delegate and alternates must be done by city council action and cannot be accomplished by individual action of the mayor or city manager alone.
Following council action, please submit your city’s delegates through the online submission portal by Wed., Sept. 25. When completing the Voting Delegate submission form, you will be asked to attest that council action was taken. You will need to be signed in to your My Cal Cities account when submitting the form.
Submitting your voting delegate form by the deadline will allow us time to establish voting delegate/alternate records prior to the conference and provide pre-conference communications with voting delegates.
Conference Registration Required. The voting delegate and alternates must be registered to attend the conference. They need not register for the entire conference; they may register for Friday only. Conference registration is open on the Cal Cities website.
Council Action Advised by September 25, 2024
For a city to cast a vote, one voter must be present at the General Assembly and in possession of the voting delegate card and voting tool. Voting delegates and alternates need to pick up their conference badges before signing in and picking up the voting delegate card at the voting delegate desk. This will enable them to receive the special sticker on their name badges that will admit the voting delegate into the voting area during the General Assembly.
Please view Cal Cities’ event and meeting policy in advance of the conference.
Transferring Voting Card to Non-Designated Individuals Not Allowed. The voting delegate card may be transferred freely between the voting delegate and alternates, but only between the voting delegate and alternates. If the voting delegate and alternates find themselves unable to attend the General Assembly, they may not transfer the voting card to another city official.
Seating Protocol during General Assembly. At the General Assembly, individuals with a voting card will sit in a designated area. Admission to the voting area will be limited to the individual in possession of the voting card and with a special sticker on their name badge identifying them as a voting delegate.
The voting delegate desk, located in the conference registration area of the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, will be open at the following times: Wednesday, Oct. 16, 8:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. and Thursday, Oct. 17, 7:30 a.m.-4:00 p.m. On Friday, Oct. 18, the voting delegate desk will be open at the General Assembly, starting at 7:30 a.m., but will be closed during roll calls and voting.
The voting procedures that will be used at the conference are attached to this memo.
Please share these procedures and this memo with your council and especially with the individuals that your council designates as your city’s voting delegate and alternates.
Once again, thank you for submitting your voting delegate and alternates by Wednesday, Sept. 25. If you have questions, please contact Zach Seals at [email protected].
Attachments:
• General Assembly Voting Guidelines
• Information Sheet: Cal Cities Resolutions and the General Assembly 1400 K Street, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95814 • 916.658.8200 • calcities.org General Assembly Voting Guidelines
1. One City One Vote. Each member city has a right to cast one vote on matters pertaining to Cal Cities policy.
2. Designating a City Voting Representative. Prior to the Cal Cities Annual Conference and Expo, each city council may designate a voting delegate and up to two alternates; these individuals are identified on the voting delegate form provided to the Cal Cities Credentials Committee.
3. Registering with the Credentials Committee. The voting delegate, or alternates, may pick up the city's voting card at the voting delegate desk in the conference registration area. Voting delegates and alternates must sign in at the voting delegate desk. Here they will receive a special sticker on their name badge and thus be admitted to the voting area at the General Assembly.
4. Signing Initiated Resolution Petitions. Only those individuals who are voting delegates (or alternates), and who have picked up their city’s voting card by providing a signature to the credentials committee at the voting delegate desk, may sign petitions to initiate a resolution.
5. Voting. To cast the city's vote, a city official must have in their possession the city's voting card and voting tool; and be registered with the credentials committee. The voting card may be transferred freely between the voting delegate and alternates but may not be transferred to another city official who is neither a voting delegate nor alternate.
6. Voting Area at General Assembly. At the General Assembly, individuals with a voting card will sit in a designated area. Admission to the voting area will be limited to the individual in possession of the voting card and with a special sticker on their name badge identifying them as a voting delegate.
7. Resolving Disputes. In case of dispute, the credentials committee will determine the validity of signatures on petitioned resolutions and the right of a city official to vote at the General Assembly.
Sixty days before the
Annual Conference
and Expo, Cal Cities
members may submit
policy proposals on
issues of importance
to cities. The resolution must
have the concurrence of at least
five additional member cities or
individual members.
How it works: Cal Cities
Resolutions and the General Assembly
General Assembly
General Resolutions Policy Committees
Developing League of California Cities policy is a dynamic process that engages a wide range of members to ensure Cal Cities represents cities with one voice. These policies directly guide Cal Cities’ advocacy to promote local decision-making, and lobby against statewide policies that erode local control.
The resolutions process and General Assembly is one way that city officials can directly participate in the development of Cal Cities policy. If a resolution is approved at the General Assembly, it becomes official Cal Cities policy. Here’s how resolutions and the General Assembly work.
The petitioned
resolution is an
alternate method
to introduce policy
proposals during
the annual conference. The
petition must be signed by
voting delegates from 10% of
member cities, and submitted to
the Cal Cities President at least
24 hours before the beginning
of the General Assembly.
Petitioned Resolutions
The Cal Cities
President assigns
general resolutions
to policy committees
where members
review, debate, and recommend
positions for each policy proposal.
Recommendations are forwarded
to the Resolutions Committee.
Who’s who
The Resolutions Committee
includes representatives
from each Cal Cities
diversity caucus, regional
division, municipal
department, and policy
committee, as well as
individuals appointed by
the Cal Cities president.
Voting delegates
are appointed by each
member city; every city
has one voting delegate.
The General Assembly is a
meeting of the collective
body of all voting
delegates —one from
every member city.
Seven policy committees
meet throughout the year
to review and recommend
positions to take on bills
and regulatory proposals.
Policy committees include
members from each Cal
Cities diversity caucus,
regional division, and
municipal department,
as well as individuals
appointed by the Cal
Cities president.
During the General Assembly, voting delegates
debate and consider general and petitioned
resolutions forwarded by the Resolutions
Committee. Potential Cal Cities bylaws
amendments are also considered at this meeting.
Cal Cities policy
development is a memberinformed process,
grounded in the voices and
experiences of city officials
throughout the state.
For more information visit www.calcities.org/general-assembly Prior to the Annual Conference and Expo
Resolutions Committee
The Resolutions
Committee considers
all resolutions. General
Resolutions approved1 by
either a policy committee
or the Resolutions Committee are next
considered by the General Assembly.
General resolutions not approved, or
referred for further study by both a
policy committee and the Resolutions
Committee do not go to the General
Assembly. All Petitioned Resolutions
are considered by the General
Assembly, unless disqualified.2
During the Annual Conference and Expo
1 The Resolution Committee can amend a general resolution prior to sending it to the General Assembly. 2 Petitioned Resolutions may be disqualified by the Resolutions Committee according to Cal Cities Bylaws Article VI. Sec. 5(f).
City of Gardena
Gardena City Council Meeting
AGENDA REPORT SUMMARY
Agenda Item No. 19.B
Section: COUNCIL ITEMS
Meeting Date: September 10,
2024
TO: THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE GARDENA CITY COUNCIL AGENDA TITLE: Designate one (1) Council Member for the International Travel for the City of Gardena's visit to Ichikawa, Japan, in celebration of the 90th Anniversary of Ichikawa City becoming a municipality.
COUNCIL ACTION REQUIRED:
Staff Recommendation: Designate one (1) Council Member who will travel to Ichikawa, Japan
RECOMMENDATION AND STAFF SUMMARY:
At the 60th Anniversary Celebration that took place in November of 2023, in Ichikawa, Japan, the Ichikawa Delegation invited Mayor Tasha Cerda and one (1) Council Member to attend the 90th Anniversary of Ichikawa becoming a municipality. At the June 25, 2024, City Council meeting, the City Council approved the budget for the international travel for Mayor Tasha Cerda and one Council Member to travel to Ichikawa, Japan; Council Member Wanda Love was designated to travel to Ichikawa, Japan.
On Friday, August 23, 2024, Council Member Love notified City Manager Clint Osorio that she is unable to travel to Ichikawa, Japan. At this time, staff recommends for the City Council to designate another Council Member to travel to Ichikawa Japan, for their 90th Anniversary Celebration.
FINANCIAL IMPACT/COST:
No Financial Impact, the budget for the international travel to Ichikawa, Japan was approved by the City Council at the June 25, 2024, City Council Meeting.
ATTACHMENTS:
APPROVED:
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Clint Osorio, City Manager