CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #A1
DATE: March 25, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Linda Hollinsworth, Finance Director
RECOMMENDATION:
RECOMMENDATION TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING AND APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 003-2026, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS FOR APPROVAL OF THE 2026-2027 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM AND BUDGET
SUMMARY
The City, in preparation of its application for participation in the Los Angeles County 2026- 2027 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program, is required to provide residents an opportunity to provide input on housing and community development needs.
This public hearing meets the citizen participation requirements of the CDBG program and was properly noticed (see Attachment). The Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) has notified the City that the estimated CDBG allocation for fiscal year 2026-2027 is $121,589.
The primary objective of the CDBG Program is the development of viable urban communities, including providing decent housing, promoting a suitable living environment, and expanding economic opportunity, principally for persons of low-to moderate-incomes.
For the 2026-2027 program year, one (1) project is being proposed for funding. Staff is proposing funding for the following street improvements projects. Costs have been budgeted within the individual project budget.
REHABILITATION AND PRESERVATION ACTIVITIES:
STREET IMPROVEMENTS ($121,589)
Agenda Item #A1
March 25, 2026
This new proposed non-public service project provides for the repairs to deteriorated gutters, removal of material barriers, installation of ADA compliance curb ramps, repairs to cracked and uneven sidewalks, and reconstruction of cracked and damaged streets at the following locations:
1. 212th Street from Norwalk Blvd to Claretta Ave
2. Claretta Avenue from 211th Street to 214th Street
3. 216th Street from Norwalk Blvd. to Belshire Avenue
4. 211th Street from Norwalk Blvd. to Claretta Avenue
5. 213th Street from Norwalk Blvd. to Claretta Avenue
6. 214th Street from Norwalk Blvd. to Claretta Avenue
7. 215th Street from Norwalk Blvd. to Belshire Avenue
8. Tilbury Street from Norwalk Blvd. to Belshire Avenue
9. Belshire Avenue from Carson Street to 214th Street
Staff determined that the proposed project is an appropriate use of CDBG funds and aligns with CDBG Program objectives. If approved, the City Council is required to adopt a resolution affirming the use of CDBG funds for the project(s).
FISCAL IMPACT
The City will receive an estimated allocation of $121,589 in new CDBG grant funds for fiscal year 2026-2027.
SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Resolution 003-2026
B. Public Hearing Notice