Agenda packet — Hawaiian Gardens City Council, April 22, 2026

CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Luis Roa, Mayor Pro Tem
Dandy De Paula, Councilmember
Victor Farfan, Councilmember
Ernie Vargas, Councilmember
Maria Teresa Del Rio,
Mayor
Wednesday, April 22, 2026
Regular Meeting, 6:00 PM
Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
Norma Tabares, City Attorney
Pablo Rubio, City Clerk
Meeting Location: City Council Chambers, 21815 Pioneer Boulevard, Hawaiian Gardens, California.

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City of Hawaiian Gardens local cable/channel:

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INVOCATION
FLAG SALUTE
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC HEARING COMMENTS AND AGENDA GENERAL COMMENTS ARE TO BE

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INVOCATION
FLAG SALUTE
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC HEARING COMMENTS AND AGENDA GENERAL COMMENTS ARE TO BE SUBMITTED AND CONDUCTED AS FOLLOWS:

Please note that public comment is only guaranteed to be taken inperson during the meeting or prior to the meeting inwriting by complying with the below procedures. Remote participation is provided as a courtesy only and should not be relied upon to guarantee participation in the meeting. The City reserves the right to terminate remote participation methods (subject to Brown Act restrictions) at any time and for whatever reason. So long as the public may still attend the meeting inperson, the meeting will continue.

VIA WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE / ECOMMENT: Members of the public who wish to comment on matters before the City may submit written correspondence to the following email address: [email protected], or by ecomment on the City’s website, by no later than Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 4:00pm. Note: Written correspondence will not be read into the record during the meeting; however, correspondence received by 4:00pm will be forwarded to the City Council, made a part of the official record, and made available for public review during the meeting. If submitting a comment pertaining to an agenda item, please reference the agenda item.

INPERSON COMMENT the City Council will provide members of the public with the opportunity to address the City Council inperson on any issues within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Council or to speak on items on and off the agenda, except for Public Hearing items. Each speaker shall be limited to three (3) minutes of public comment at each regular meeting. The City Council shall not discuss or take action relative to any public comment unless authorized by California Government Code Section 54954.2(b).

COURTESY VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION: As noted above, remote participation is offered merely as a courtesy and convenience. The City cannot guarantee that the public's access to remote participation will be uninterrupted. The City cannot guarantee it will not terminate use of remote participation during the meeting. In order to ensure participation in the meeting, please attend inperson or submit a written comment as set forth above.

Courtesy remote participation will be conducted as follows: All members of the public participating via Zoom will be placed on mute, except for during the opportunity for public comments and when recognized by the Mayor. Members of the public may participate via Zoom by logging on via the information below:

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public comment unless authorized by California Government Code Section 54954.2(b).

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Members of the public shall have the right to observe and offer public comment at the public meeting, consistent with the public's rights of access and public comment otherwise provided for by the Brown Act, as applicable (including, but not limited to, the requirement that such right of access and public comment be made available in a manner consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act). The City reserves the right to utilize teleconferencing in accordance with AB 2449.

PROCLAMATIONS AND CERTIFICATES

1. RECOGNITION OF ARTIST FELIX QUINTANA FOR HIS “HAWAIIAN GARDENS” LA METRO THROUGH THE EYES OF ARTISTS POSTER

PRESENTATIONS

1. ABC UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT UPDATES BY FRANCISCO NOYOLA, PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD
AGENDA ORGANIZATION
This is the time for the City Council to discuss any changes in the order of agenda items.

A. PUBLIC HEARING(S) / HEARING(s)

1. Recommendation to continue the Public Hearing for the Minor Use Permit (MUP) for a proposed boat sales business located at 12347 E. Carson Street, to the meeting of June 10, 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

2. Recommendation to continue the Public Hearing for the appeal of business license denial for Precision Roofing dba A Precision Construction, for property located at 12347 E. Carson Street, to the meeting of June 10, 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

3. Recommendation to continue the Public Hearing for the appeal of business license denial for Chavez Unlimited Construction, Inc., for property located at 12347 E.

Carson Street, to the meeting of June 10, 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

B. CONSENT CALENDAR

1. WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS ON THE AGENDA

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SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

3. Recommendation to continue the Public Hearing for the appeal of business license denial for Chavez Unlimited Construction, Inc., for property located at 12347 E.

Carson Street, to the meeting of June 10, 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

B. CONSENT CALENDAR

1. WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS ON THE AGENDA
That the City Council waive reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda and declare that said titles which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

2. Recommendation to receive and file the Community Development Department, Building & Safety Division Report for the month of March 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

3. Recommendation to receive and file the Community Development Department, Code Enforcement Division Report for the month of March 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

4. Recommendation to receive and file the Community Development Department, Planning Division Report for the month of March 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

5. Recommendation to receive and file warrants processed during the period of March 28 to April 10, 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

6. Recommendation to receive and file Treasurer's Report for February and March 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

7. Recommendation to receive and file the Public Works Department Permits Report for the month of March 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

8. Recommendation to approve the minutes for the City Council meeting of Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

C. DISCUSSION ITEM(S)

1. Recommendation to approve a donation to Fedde Academy.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

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SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

8. Recommendation to approve the minutes for the City Council meeting of Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

C. DISCUSSION ITEM(S)

1. Recommendation to approve a donation to Fedde Academy.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

2. Recommendation to read by title only, conduct first reading and introduce Ordinance No. 2026625, amending Chapter 6.28 of the Hawaiian Gardens Municipal Code regarding Firework Regulations.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

D. NEW BUSINESS
E. ORAL STAFF REPORT(S)
F. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT(S)
G. ORAL COUNCIL REPORT(S)
H. CLOSED SESSION
I. ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn to the next Regular City Council meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 13, 2026 at 6:00 PM.

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CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS

CITY COUNCIL

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #A1
DATE: April 22, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Elise McCaleb, Community Development Director
RECOMMENDATION:

Recommendation to continue the Public Hearing for the Minor Use Permit (MUP) for a proposed boat sales business located at 12347 E. Carson Street, to the meeting of June 10, 2026.

SUMMARY
On February 20, 2024, Surf City Boats, Inc. (“Applicant”) filed an application for Minor Use Permit (“MUP”) No. PLNG2024-0011 to authorize a boat sales business to be located at 12347 E. Carson Street (“the Property”). On December 12, 2024, the Community Development Director (“Director”) issued a decision to deny MUP No. PLNG2024-0011. The property owner of the subject Property (“Property Owner”) timely filed an appeal of the Director’s decision to the City of Hawaiian Gardens Planning Commission.

On January 29, 2025, the Planning Commission held a public hearing to consider the appeal filed by Surf City Boats, Inc. The Planning Commission determined that the proposed use of the property is a Boat Sales business and directed staff to prepare appropriate resolutions and conditions of approval to authorize the boat sales use on the Property 3 (AYES) to 2 (NOES).

On March 5, 2025, the Planning Commission determined that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Action (CEQA) and approved Resolution No. 2025-001 (3 AYES; 2 ABSENT), subject to meeting certain Conditions of Approval.

On March 10, 2025, a Councilmember requested that the Planning Commission’s decision approving MUP No. PLNG2024-0011 be reviewed by the entire City Council pursuant to the authority granted in Hawaiian Gardens Municipal Code (“HGMC”) Section 18.100.170(D). This section of the HGMC authorizes any member of the City Council to call up for review any decision made by the Director or Planning Commission. The City Council’s decision on the matter will be final.
12347 E. Carson Street
April 22, 2026

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On October 22, 2025 the City Council held a public hearing to review the decision of the Planning Commission and affirm (with the same or different conditions of approval) or overturn the Planning Commission’s decision and adopt appropriate findings to deny the MUP. The City Council voted to continue the public hearing until December 10, 2025 to allow for additional time to review the information provided.

On December 10, 2025, the public hearing was reopened and both Staff and the Applicant made presentations. The City Council directed the City Attorney and applicant’s attorney to meet to discuss the uses as well as conditions of approval. The hearing was continued to February 11, 2026 to allow the parties additional time to review the project and revise the conditions of approval, per Council direction. The hearing was further continued to March 11, 2026. The City Attorney and applicant’s attorney have been in discussions regarding the uses and conditions. On March 3, 2026, the applicant submitted a revised site plan to the City. To allow staff sufficient time to review the site plan and for the parties to finalize discussions regarding uses and conditions, staff recommended that this item be continued to April 22, 2026.

Since the meeting continuance to April 22, 2026, Staff reviewed and provided comments on the revised site plan for the applicant. The City Attorney’s office also met with the Applicant’s attorney on the outstanding Conditions of Approval. Based upon the progress made, Staff is recommending that the Public Hearing be continued until June 10, 2026.

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.

CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS

CITY COUNCIL

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #A2
DATE: April 22, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Elise McCaleb, Community Development Director
RECOMMENDATION:

Recommendation to continue the Public Hearing for the appeal of business license denial for Precision Roofing dba A Precision Construction, for property located at 12347 E.

Carson Street, to the meeting of June 10, 2026.

SUMMARY
The Community Development Department (“Department”) received the Business License Application for A Precision Roofing dba A Precision Construction (“Appellant”) on July 25, 2025 requesting a business license for Office and Professional Use at the property located at 12347 E. Carson Street. The business license application for the proposed office use at the Property was denied by the Community Development Director because the primary use was determined to be a contractor storage yard that is not permitted by the City of Hawaiian Gardens’ General Commercial (C-4) zoning designation. Following the denial, the property owner appealed the decision, and the matter is now before the City Council pursuant to Hawaiian Gardens Municipal Code Sections 5.04.230 and

18.70.170.

On December 10, 2025 a public hearing was scheduled to hear the appeal. This appeal is being considered concurrently with a separate appeal by the City Council at the same property for a minor use permit (MUP) for boat sales use. The City Council determined that it would be appropriate to continue this item along with the MUP appeal hearing to February 11, 2026. Both hearings were further continued to March 11, 2026 and again to April 22, 2026.

The parties are still in discussions regarding the various uses at the property and related conditions of approval and need more time for consideration by the City Council.

Since the meeting continuance to April 22, 2026, Staff reviewed and provided comments on the revised site plan for the MUP applicant that includes the proposed office use. The City Attorney’s office also met with the MUP applicant’s attorney on the outstanding conditions of approval. Based upon the progress made, Staff is recommending that the Public Hearing be continued until June 10, 2026.
12347 E. Carson Street
April 22, 2026

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FISCAL IMPACT
None.

SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.

CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS

CITY COUNCIL

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #A3
DATE: April 22, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Elise McCaleb, Community Development Director
RECOMMENDATION:

Recommendation to continue the Public Hearing for the appeal of business license denial for Chavez Unlimited Construction, Inc., for property located at 12347 E. Carson Street, to the meeting of June 10, 2026.

SUMMARY
The Community Development Department (“Department”) received the Business License Application for Chavez Unlimited Construction, Inc. (“Appellant”) on April 22, 2025 requesting a business license for Office and Professional Use at the property located at 12347 E. Carson Street. The business license application for the proposed office use at the Property was denied by the Community Development Director based on the Director’s interpretation of Code provisions and the determination that the principal use is not an office but a contractor storage yard which is not permitted by the City of Hawaiian Gardens’ General Commercial (C-4) zoning designation. Following the denial, the property owner appealed the decision, and the matter is now before the City Council pursuant to Hawaiian Gardens Municipal Code Section 5.04.230 and 18.100.170.

The parties are still in discussions regarding the various uses at the property and related conditions of approval and need more time for consideration by the City Council.

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FISCAL IMPACT
None.

SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.

CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS

CITY COUNCIL

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #B2
DATE: April 22, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Elise McCaleb, Community Development Director
Nicholas Tarango, Building Inspector/Permit Technician
RECOMMENDATION:

RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

DEPARTMENT, BUILDING & SAFETY DIVISION REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH 2026

SUMMARY
The City of Hawaiian Gardens Community Development Department, Building and Safety Division, has prepared its March 2026 monthly status report on activities carried out within the City of Hawaiian Gardens. The report includes all the permits issued in the City and inspections for the reporting periods.

FISCAL IMPACT
None

SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.

ATTACHMENTS
A. Monthly Permit Report for March 2026
B. Monthly Inspection Report for March 2026
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Permits Issued (w/ Census, etc.)
For the Period 3/1/2026 thru 3/31/2026
Permit No.

Reference No.

Issued Date Type/Sub-Type/Status Site Address and Parcel No. Owner and Contractor Occupancy Type
Group Type
Const. Type
Census
Tax Rate Area
FW Dodge
BLDG2026-0014
3/26/2026 ISSUED
21720 SEINE AVE
7068005031

KATHERINE JONES

TEAR OFF AND REROOF- COMP SHINGLE LIKE FOR
LIKE
Permit Name:

BUILDING
BLDG2026-0015
3/10/2026 ISSUED
NEW
21930 ELAINE AVE UnitB (ADU)
7068019034

MORENO,MOSES I AND BLANCA E

HDR CONSTRUCTION

ADDITION TO (E) SFD INCLUDING (N) ATTACHED

GARAGE AND ADU
Permit Name:

COMBO
BLDG2026-0016
3/10/2026 ISSUED
21830 PIONEER BLVD
7068001050

RICHARDS PROPERTIES LLC

TEAR OFF AND REROOF COMP SHINGLE LIKE FOR
LIKE
Permit Name:

BUILDING
BLDG2026-0017
3/12/2026 ISSUED
21913 BELSHIRE AVE 16
7076038038

THI KIM T VO

HOME DEPOT
Permit Name: RETROFIT 4 WINDOWS LIKE FOR LIKE

BUILDING
BLDG2026-0018
3/17/2026 ISSUED

ALTERATION
21918 PIONEER BLVD
7068012043

BURRESS,MICHAEL J AND MOLINA V

WISE CHOICE REMODELING INC
Permit Name: REMODEL EXISTING KITCHEN LIKE FOR LIKE
COMBO
BLDG2026-0019
3/19/2026 ISSUED

ALTERATION
22307 JUAN AVE
7069023024

QUAN,LONG
REMODEL 2 EXISTING BATHROOM LIKE FOR LIKE

AND REPLACE EXISTI
Permit Name:

COMBO
BLDG2026-0020
3/24/2026 ISSUED
12050 CENTRALIA RD
7065001032
Kathy Ketland

VIRGEN ROOFING
Permit Name: TEAR OFF AND REROOF

BUILDING
BLDG2026-0021
3/24/2026 ISSUED
12050 CENTRALIA RD
7065001032
Kathy Ketland

VIRGEN ROOFING
Permit Name: INSTALL R-10 ABOVE DECK ROOF INSULATION

BUILDING
BLDG2026-0022
3/24/2026 FINALED
22019 HORST AVE
7068017044

RICHARDS PROPERTIES LLC

TEAR OFF AND REROOF COMP SHINGLE LIKE FOR
LIKE
Permit Name:

BUILDING
BLDG2026-0023
3/26/2026 ISSUED

ALTERATION
12140 215TH ST
7065017023

JONG,RAYMOND AND SANDRA TRS
REPAIR 6 FT HIGH AND 30' LONG BLOCK WALL LIKE

FOR LIKE
Permit Name:

BUILDING
ELEC2026-0008
3/9/2026 ISSUED

SERVICE PANEL
21718 ARLINE AVE
7068002026

LETICIA MENDEZ

POWERPRO ELECTRIC
Permit Name: UPGRADE MAIN SERVICE PANEL 200 AMP

ELECTRICAL
ELEC2026-0009
3/5/2026 ISSUED
12312 213TH ST
7066023002

CELINA D CANDELARIA
Permit Name: 2 OUTLETS FOR EXTERIOR BBQ ISLAND

ELECTRICAL
ELEC2026-0010
3/10/2026 FINALED
12444 222ND ST
7076011034

ROLDAN,LAURO AND MARIA R

SAIYAN ELECTRIC INC
Permit Name: 200 AMP MPU AND EV CHARGER IN GARAGE

ELECTRICAL
ELEC2026-0011
3/17/2026 ISSUED

SERVICE PANEL
12344 214TH ST UnitA (ADU)
7066015003

MARQUEZ,ALFONSO D

ADU BUILDING COMPANY
Permit Name: 2 GANG 400 AMP MAIN SERVICE PANEL

ELECTRICAL
ELEC2026-0012
3/17/2026 FINALED
12344 214TH ST UnitA (ADU)
7066015003

MARQUEZ,ALFONSO D

ELECTRICAL BEST SERVICES INC
Permit Name: ROOF MOUNTED PV SOLAR
SOLAR PERMIT 10KW
PERM150
4/2/2026 City of Hawaiian Gardens
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Permits Issued (w/ Census, etc.)
For the Period 3/1/2026 thru 3/31/2026
Permit No.

Reference No.

Issued Date Type/Sub-Type/Status Site Address and Parcel No. Owner and Contractor Occupancy Type
Group Type
Const. Type
Census
Tax Rate Area
FW Dodge
ELEC2026-0013
3/24/2026 ISSUED
12245 221ST ST
7076038003

HERNANDEZ,ALFONSO N

SKYLINE SOLAR LLC
Permit Name: ROOF MOUNTED PV SOLAR WITH ESS
SOLAR PERMIT 10KW
ELEC2026-0014
3/23/2026 ISSUED

SERVICE PANEL
12245 221ST ST
7076038003

NUNEZ,ALFONSO N

SKYLINE SOLAR LLC
Permit Name: 200 AMP MAIN SERVICE PANEL UPGRADE

ELECTRICAL
ELEC2026-0015
3/19/2026 ISSUED

SERVICE PANEL
11916 CIVIC CENTER DR
7068022040

ALMA MARQUEZ
Permit Name: 200 AMP MAIN SERVICE PANEL UPGRADE

ELECTRICAL
ELEC2026-0016
3/30/2026 ISSUED
22004 JOLIET AVE
7068017047

BONAPARTE,JESUS B AND LETICIA

SKYLINE SOLAR LLC
Permit Name: ROOF MOUNTED PV SOLAR
SOLAR PERMIT 10KW
GRAD2026-0001
3/2/2026 ISSUED
21821 HAWAIIAN AVE
7076005013
21821 HAWAIIAN INVESTMEN LLC

KEYSTONE D C S INC
GRADING FOR 18 UNIT TOWNHOMES TOTAL CY
HANDELED 5,300
Permit Name:

GRADING
MECH2026-0002
3/17/2026 ISSUED
HVAC
12020 226TH ST 57
7075019119

MAHAN,RONALD W
A PLUS HEATING AND AIR COND.

Permit Name: (N) CENTRAL HVAC

MECHANICAL
MECH2026-0003
3/23/2026 ISSUED
HVAC
21634 BELSHIRE AVE D
7066017098

ORTIZ,THERESA N

FUTURA ENERGY INC
Permit Name: REPLACE (E) HVAC SYSTEM

MECHANICAL
MISC2026-0006
3/5/2026 ISSUED
21827 SEINE AVE
7068004038

BURCIAGA, CALEB
Permit Name: ADDRESS ASSIGNMENT

MISCELLANEOUS
MISC2026-0007
3/6/2026 FINALED
12352 223RD ST UnitJADU
7076015010

IVES, DUSTIN

TO PERFORM FINAL INSPECTION FOR WORK
STARTED UNDER BLDG2024
Permit Name:

MISCELLANEOUS
MISC2026-0008
3/5/2026 FINALED
12352 223RD ST UnitB-ADU
7076015010

IVES, DUSTIN

TO PERFORM FINAL INSPECTION OF WORK
STARTED UNDER BLDG2024-0
Permit Name:

MISCELLANEOUS
MISC2026-0009
3/23/2026 ISSUED
12120 CARSON ST UnitA
7068008046

HG LAKEWOOD RETAIL VIII, LLC

ROMERO'S CONSTRUCTION SERVICES

TO COMPLETE WORK STARTED UNDER
BLDG2024-0129
Permit Name:

MISCELLANEOUS
PLMB2026-0005
3/5/2026 FINALED

WATER HEATER
12237 TILBURY ST
7066019016

JENNIFER PROVOST

FUTURA ENERGY INC
REPLACE (E) 40 GALLON WATER HEATER LIKE FOR
LIKE
Permit Name:

PLUMBING
PLMB2026-0006
3/30/2026 FINALED

WATER HEATER
21815 PIONEER BLVD
7075001925

HAWAIIAN GARDENS CITY

TRU PLUMBING MECHANICAL
REPLACE 100 GALLON TANK WITH TANKLESS

WATER HEATER
Permit Name:

PLUMBING
PLMB2026-0007
3/30/2026 FINALED

WATER HEATER
22150 WARDHAM AVE
7076007906

HAWAIIAN GARDENS CITY

TRU PLUMBING MECHANICAL
REPLACE 100 GALLON TANK WITH TANKLESS

WATER HEATER
Permit Name:

PLUMBING
29 Permits Issued from 3/1/2026 Thru 3/31/2026
PERM150
City of Hawaiian Gardens 4/2/2026
9:39:54AM
For the Period 3/1/2026 thru 3/31/2026
Inspection Totals Completed by Inspector

TRANS TECH
CEILING INSULATION 1
DRYWAIL NAILING 1
ELECTRIC RELEASE 2
ELECTRICAL FINAL 2
EXTERIOR LATH 1
FINAL 13
MAIN SERVICE PANEL 1
MECHANICAL FINAL 1
PLUMBING FINAL 1
RE-ROOF FINAL 2
ROOF SHEATHING 2
ROUGH ELECTRICAL 2
ROUGH FRAMING 1
ROUGH GAS TEST 1
ROUGH MECHANICAL 2
ROUGH PLUMBING 2
SHEARWALL INTERIOR 1
SOLAR FINAL 2
TOP OUT 5
UNDERGROUND PLUMBPRE 1
UNDERGROUND WATER 1
WALL INSULATION 1
WATER HEATER FINAL 2
TOTAL INSPECTIONS for TRANS TECH: 48
TOTAL INSPECTIONS COMPLETED: 48
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CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS

CITY COUNCIL

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #B3
DATE: April 22, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Elise McCaleb, Community Development Director
Eliana Arteaga, Code Enforcement Officer
RECOMMENDATION:

RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

DEPARTMENT, CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH 2026

SUMMARY
The Code Enforcement Division, as part of the Community Development Department, is responsible for enhancing the quality of life for the residents of the City by providing effective public service in the enforcement of Building, Business License, Public Nuisance, and Zoning Ordinances. The Code Enforcement Officer is responsible for enforcing codes which address public health and safety issues, including regulations related to trash, debris, overgrown vegetation, dangerous buildings and housing, and inoperative vehicles on private property. Enforcement actions are taken both proactively and in response to requests for action received from citizens. Attached is a summary of code cases that opened during the month of March 2026.

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.

ATTACHMENT
A. List of Code cases – March 2026
Code Enforcement Cases for March 2026
Record # Date Full Address Violation Type Status
CODE-26-25 3/2/2026 22023 HAWAIIAN AVE, Unit A, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Graffiti Active CODE-26-26 3/2/2026 12010 CARSON ST, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Blade Flag on Public Property Complete CODE-26-27 3/3/2026 12255 213TH ST, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Farm Animal Keeping Active CODE-26-28 3/4/2026 12467 223RD ST, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Overgrown Vegetation Active CODE-26-29 3/5/2026 22306 JOLIET AVE, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Roosters Active CODE-26-30 3/52026 22020 ELAINE AVE, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Residential Maintenance Active CODE-26-31 3/5/2026 22009 BELSHIRE AVE, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Noise Complaint Active CODE-26-32 3/9/2026 12327 223RD ST, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Residential Maintenance Active CODE-26-33 3/9/2026 12323 223RD ST, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Residential Maintenance Active CODE-26-34 3/10/2026 21102 NORWALK BLVD, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Overgrown Vegetation Complete CODE-26-35 3/11/2026 12321 CARSON ST, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Graffiti Complete CODE-26-36 3/12/2026 21808 JUAN AVE, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Illegal Dumping Complete CODE-26-37 3/18/2026 21606 BELSHIRE AVE, Unit 1, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Illegal Dumping Complete CODE-26-38 3/19/2026 11900 CENTRALIA RD, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Residential Maintenance Complete CODE-26-39 3/26/2026 21700 NORWALK BLVD, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Commercial Maintenance Active CODE-26-40 3/26/2026 22300 NORWALK BLVD, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Commercial Maintenance Complete CODE-26-41 3/26/2026 22031 HORST AVE, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Residential Maintenance Active CODE-26-42 3/26/2026 22216 NORWALK BLVD, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, 90716 Commercial Maintenance Complete CODE-26-43 3/26/2026 12214 216TH ST, HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CA 90716 Residential Maintenance Active

CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS

CITY COUNCIL

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #B4
DATE: April 22, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Elise McCaleb, Community Development Director
Kevin Nguyen, Associate Planner II
RECOMMENDATION:

RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT, PLANNING DIVISION REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH 2026

SUMMARY
The Planning Division as part of the Community Development Department is responsible for the implementation of the policies and objectives of the community as set forth in the City of Hawaiian Gardens General Plan and Zoning Ordinance. The City’s Planning Division guides the City’s orderly development, thus achieving a livable city that balances the needs of residents and businesses. Current planning projects range from residential remodels to new commercial developments. Staff serves the City Council and Planning Commission by providing reports and detailed analysis for projects subject to discretionary review.

The attached chart is a summary of all opened and approved projects during the month of March 2026, and the list contains additional details of the projects.

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.

ATTACHMENTS
A. Chart of projects by type, March 2026
B. List of projects with details, March 2026
City of Hawaiian Gardens 4/15/2026
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For the Period 3/1/2026 thru 3/31/2026
Projects Applied For by Type
Total Projects Applied for: 16
0 2
4 6
8 10
12 HOUSING

PLN DISCRETION

PLN LEGISLATIVE

PLN MINISTERIAL

PRE SALE REPORT
0 1 0
11 4
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Projects by Type, Status and Date
For the Period 3/1/2026 thru 3/31/2026
Project Number
Planner
Project Name Date Approved Date Expired
Date Applied Date Closed
Status of Project
Project Type
Project Subtype Address

KEVIN NGUYEN
PPR for 3 Lots Development
PLNG2026-0014 3/6/2026

UNDER REVIEW

PLN MINISTERIAL
PLOT PLAN REV <2000
22121 IBEX AVE

KEVIN NGUYEN
Design Review for 3 new houses
PLNG2026-0015 3/6/2026

UNDER REVIEW

PLN DISCRETION

DESIGN REVIEW BOARD
22121 IBEX AVE

KEVIN NGUYEN
ADU for each new lot
PLNG2026-0016 3/6/2026

UNDER REVIEW

PLN MINISTERIAL

ADU/JADU
22121 IBEX AVE

KEVIN NGUYEN
Review landscaping for 3 new lots
PLNG2026-0017 3/6/2026

UNDER REVIEW

PLN MINISTERIAL
LANDSCAPE REV <1000
22121 IBEX AVE

KEVIN NGUYEN
Install EV charger inside (e) garage
PLNG2026-0018 3/10/2026
3/10/2026

APPROVED

PLN MINISTERIAL
PLOT PLAN REV <2000
12444 222ND ST

TONYA PACE
Sign face
PLNG2026-0019 3/3/2026

CORR REQUIRED

PLN MINISTERIAL

SIGN PERMIT REVIEW
11840 CARSON ST

TONYA PACE
Auto Sales (CUP2-92)
PLNG2026-0020 3/3/2026

CORRECTION SENT

PLN MINISTERIAL

PRELIMINARY REVIEW
11840 CARSON ST

TONYA PACE
Pool Equipment - changeout
PLNG2026-0021 3/17/2026
3/19/2026

APPROVED

PLN MINISTERIAL

SPR COUNTER APPRVL
12414 FARLOW ST

KEVIN NGUYEN
Add a detached patio structure
PLNG2026-0022 3/25/2026

UNDER REVIEW

PLN MINISTERIAL
PLOT PLAN REV <2000
21502 JUAN AVE

TONYA PACE
Detached 875 sf ADU
PLNG2026-0023 3/30/2026

UNDER REVIEW

PLN MINISTERIAL

ADU/JADU
12131 216TH ST

KEVIN NGUYEN
Tobacco Retailer License Renewal
PLNG2026-0024 3/30/2026
4/3/2026

APPROVED
PLN MINISTERIAL 12122 CENTRALIA RD

TONYA PACE
Single-family - rear addition (storage)
PLNG2026-0026 3/20/2026

CORRECTION SENT

PLN MINISTERIAL
PLOT PLAN REV <2000
21909 VERNE AVE

ELIANA ARTEAGA
Presale Insp for SFR
RPR2026-0007 3/9/2026
3/10/2026

APPROVED

PRE SALE REPORT

SINGLE FAMILY RES
22414 HORST AVE

ELIANA ARTEAGA
Presale Insp
RPR2026-0008 3/10/2026
3/11/2026

COMPLETE

PRE SALE REPORT

SINGLE FAMILY RES
21915 NORWALK BLVD

ELIANA ARTEAGA
Presale for SFR
RPR2026-0009 3/12/2026
3/13/2026

COMPLETE
PRE SALE REPORT 21934 BELSHIRE AVE
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ELIANA ARTEAGA
Presale Insp for Condo Unit 7
RPR2026-0010 3/24/2026
3/25/2026

COMPLETE

PRE SALE REPORT

CONDO/TOWNHOME
21925 BELSHIRE AVE 7
16 Project(s) Found
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Projects with Selected Action Type (by Action Type)
For the Period 3/1/2026 thru 3/31/2026
1ST REVIEW CORRECTION SENT
Planner Status Comments
Project Name Date Approved Date Expired
Project Number Action Date Date Applied Date Closed

TONYA PACE
Sign face
PLNG2026-0019 3/3/2026

CORR REQUIRED
3/18/2026

APPLICATION INCOMPLETE
Planner Status Comments
Project Name Date Approved Date Expired
Project Number Action Date Date Applied Date Closed

TONYA PACE
Pool Equipment - changeout
PLNG2026-0021 3/17/2026
3/19/2026

APPROVED
3/18/2026

APPLICATION RECEIVED
Planner Status Comments
Project Name Date Approved Date Expired
Project Number Action Date Date Applied Date Closed

TONYA PACE
Sign face
PLNG2026-0019 3/3/2026

CORR REQUIRED
3/3/2026

KEVIN NGUYEN
Install EV charger inside (e) garage
PLNG2026-0018 3/10/2026
3/10/2026

APPROVED
3/10/2026

KEVIN NGUYEN
Review landscaping for 3 new lots
PLNG2026-0017 3/6/2026

UNDER REVIEW
3/17/2026

KEVIN NGUYEN
ADU for each new lot
PLNG2026-0016 3/6/2026

UNDER REVIEW
3/17/2026

KEVIN NGUYEN
PPR for 3 Lots Development
PLNG2026-0014 3/6/2026

UNDER REVIEW
3/17/2026

KEVIN NGUYEN
Design Review for 3 new houses
PLNG2026-0015 3/6/2026

UNDER REVIEW
3/17/2026

TONYA PACE
Pool Equipment - changeout
PLNG2026-0021 3/17/2026
3/19/2026

APPROVED
3/19/2026

TONYA PACE
Single-family - rear addition (storage)
PLNG2026-0026 3/20/2026

CORRECTION SENT
3/20/2026

ELIANA ARTEAGA
Presale Insp for Condo Unit 7
RPR2026-0010 3/24/2026
3/25/2026

COMPLETE
3/24/2026
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Projects with Selected Action Type (by Action Type)
For the Period 3/1/2026 thru 3/31/2026

KEVIN NGUYEN
Add a detached patio structure
PLNG2026-0022 3/25/2026

UNDER REVIEW
3/25/2026

KEVIN NGUYEN
Tobacco Retailer License Renewal
PLNG2026-0024 3/30/2026
4/3/2026

APPROVED
3/30/2026

APPROVED PLANS
Planner Status Comments
Project Name Date Approved Date Expired
Project Number Action Date Date Applied Date Closed

KEVIN NGUYEN
Tenant Improvement for Vet Clinic
PLNG2026-0003 1/6/2026
3/3/2026

APPROVED
3/3/2026

TONYA PACE
Amedment to outdoor gym (prior MUP)
PLNG2025-0055 5/28/2025
3/19/2026

APPROVED
3/4/2026

KEVIN NGUYEN
Install EV charger inside (e) garage
PLNG2026-0018 3/10/2026
3/10/2026

APPROVED
3/10/2026

TONYA PACE
Pool Equipment - changeout
PLNG2026-0021 3/17/2026
3/19/2026

APPROVED
3/19/2026

DOCUMENTS RECEIVED
Planner Status Comments
Project Name Date Approved Date Expired
Project Number Action Date Date Applied Date Closed

TONYA PACE
Auto Sales (CUP2-92)
PLNG2026-0020 3/3/2026

CORRECTION SENT
3/3/2026

ELIANA ARTEAGA
Presale Insp
RPR2026-0008 3/10/2026
3/11/2026

COMPLETE
3/10/2026

ELIANA ARTEAGA
Presale for SFR
RPR2026-0009 3/12/2026
3/13/2026

COMPLETE
3/12/2026

TONYA PACE
Pool Equipment - changeout
PLNG2026-0021 3/17/2026
3/19/2026

APPROVED
3/17/2026

TONYA PACE
Amedment to outdoor gym (prior MUP)
PLNG2025-0055 5/28/2025
3/19/2026

APPROVED
3/18/2026

TONYA PACE
EV Charger
PLNG2026-0012 2/3/2026
4/1/2026

APPROVED
3/20/2026
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Projects with Selected Action Type (by Action Type)
For the Period 3/1/2026 thru 3/31/2026

TONYA PACE
Detached 875 sf ADU
PLNG2026-0023 3/30/2026

UNDER REVIEW
3/30/2026
E-MAIL
Planner Status Comments
Project Name Date Approved Date Expired
Project Number Action Date Date Applied Date Closed

TONYA PACE
Amedment to outdoor gym (prior MUP)
PLNG2025-0055 5/28/2025
3/19/2026

APPROVED
3/2/2026

TONYA PACE
Home office for jewelry design business
PLNG2026-0007 1/28/2026
2/12/2026
4/7/2026

APPROVED
3/2/2026

TONYA PACE
Auto Sales (CUP2-92)
PLNG2026-0020 3/3/2026

CORRECTION SENT
3/4/2026

TONYA PACE
Sign face
PLNG2026-0019 3/3/2026

CORR REQUIRED
3/18/2026

TONYA PACE
Amedment to outdoor gym (prior MUP)
PLNG2025-0055 5/28/2025
3/19/2026

APPROVED
3/18/2026

TONYA PACE
Pool Equipment - changeout
PLNG2026-0021 3/17/2026
3/19/2026

APPROVED
3/18/2026

TONYA PACE
Single-family - rear addition (storage)
PLNG2026-0026 3/20/2026

CORRECTION SENT
3/19/2026

TONYA PACE
EV Charger
PLNG2026-0012 2/3/2026
4/1/2026

APPROVED
3/19/2026

TONYA PACE
Amedment to outdoor gym (prior MUP)
PLNG2025-0055 5/28/2025
3/19/2026

APPROVED
3/19/2026

TONYA PACE
Pool Equipment - changeout
PLNG2026-0021 3/17/2026
3/19/2026

APPROVED
3/19/2026

TONYA PACE
Repair Fire Damage to (E) SFR
PLNG2025-0060 6/24/2025
10/6/2025
3/30/2026

COMPLETE
3/25/2026

TONYA PACE
Legalize Rear Patio and Shed
PLNG2025-0091 9/25/2025
1/20/2026
3/30/2026

COMPLETE
3/25/2026
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Projects with Selected Action Type (by Action Type)
For the Period 3/1/2026 thru 3/31/2026

FIELD INSPECTION
Planner Status Comments
Project Name Date Approved Date Expired
Project Number Action Date Date Applied Date Closed

TONYA PACE
Legalize Rear Patio and Shed
PLNG2025-0091 9/25/2025
1/20/2026
3/30/2026

COMPLETE
3/16/2026

TONYA PACE
Repair Fire Damage to (E) SFR
PLNG2025-0060 6/24/2025
10/6/2025
3/30/2026

COMPLETE
3/16/2026

TONYA PACE
Convert (e) det. garage into ADU
PLNG2025-0049 5/12/2025
1/15/2026
4/2/2026

APPROVED
3/26/2026

TONYA PACE
Repair Fire Damage to (E) SFR
PLNG2025-0060 6/24/2025
10/6/2025
3/30/2026

COMPLETE
3/30/2026

TONYA PACE
Legalize Rear Patio and Shed
PLNG2025-0091 9/25/2025
1/20/2026
3/30/2026

COMPLETE
3/30/2026

FOLLOW UP
Planner Status Comments
Project Name Date Approved Date Expired
Project Number Action Date Date Applied Date Closed

TONYA PACE
Auto Sales (CUP2-92)
PLNG2026-0020 3/3/2026

CORRECTION SENT
3/18/2026

KEVIN NGUYEN
City Annual Parade- April 18
PLNG2026-0010 2/3/2026

UNDER REVIEW
3/18/2026

KEVIN NGUYEN
City annual carnival at Furgeson Elem
PLNG2026-0009 2/3/2026

UNDER REVIEW
3/18/2026

TONYA PACE
EV Charger
PLNG2026-0012 2/3/2026
4/1/2026

APPROVED
3/30/2026

PLANS RESUBMITTED
Planner Status Comments
Project Name Date Approved Date Expired
Project Number Action Date Date Applied Date Closed

TONYA PACE
Pool Equipment - changeout
PLNG2026-0021 3/17/2026
3/19/2026

APPROVED
3/19/2026

TONYA PACE
Amedment to outdoor gym (prior MUP)
PLNG2025-0055 5/28/2025
3/19/2026

APPROVED
3/19/2026
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Projects with Selected Action Type (by Action Type)
For the Period 3/1/2026 thru 3/31/2026

TONYA PACE
Sign face
PLNG2026-0019 3/3/2026

CORR REQUIRED
3/26/2026

REPORT ISSUED
Planner Status Comments
Project Name Date Approved Date Expired
Project Number Action Date Date Applied Date Closed

ELIANA ARTEAGA
Presale Insp for SFR
RPR2026-0007 3/9/2026
3/10/2026

APPROVED
3/10/2026

ELIANA ARTEAGA
Presale Insp
RPR2026-0008 3/10/2026
3/11/2026

COMPLETE
3/12/2026

ELIANA ARTEAGA
Presale for SFR
RPR2026-0009 3/12/2026
3/13/2026

COMPLETE
3/16/2026

ELIANA ARTEAGA
Presale Insp for Condo Unit 7
RPR2026-0010 3/24/2026
3/25/2026

COMPLETE
3/25/2026
52 Project(s) Found
PROJ55

CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS

CITY COUNCIL

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #B5
DATE: April 22, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Linda Hollinsworth, Finance Director
Abraham Yi, Accounting Specialist
RECOMMENDATION:

RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE WARRANTS PROCESSED DURING THE PERIOD OF MARCH 28 TO APRIL 10, 2026

SUMMARY
Information for warrants processed from March 28 to April 10, 2026 is provided, in the attachments, for review by the City Council. A detailed report for Accounts Payable (AP) provides a list of all payments presented by payment type and check number. Payments are made to vendors using paper checks, via ACH or online.

Payroll (PR) represents payments for employee payroll, taxes, insurance and CalPers retirement contributions and does not include any detailed information.

FISCAL IMPACT
None

SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.

ATTACHMENTS
A. Financial Summary
B. AP Invoice Approval Lists Payment Type and Check Number Attachment A
Financial Summary
Description Warrant Information Amount
AP Check Payments to Vendors Ck 68752 – 68826 $ 181,683.09 AP ACH Payments to Vendors Ck 1059087 – 1059107 56,772.21 AP Online Payments to Vendors Ck 3223 – 3224 6,261.68
PR Employee Salaries & Benefits Ck 73788 – 73902 199,410.53 PR CalPers- Online Retirement Benefits 3/30/2026, 4/9/2026 119,230.51 Voided Check
Total for Mar 28-Apr 10, 2026 $563,358.02
City of Hawaiian Gardens
Check Register Report
Check
Date
Check
Number
Status Amount
CHK PMTS 03/28/26 TO 04/10/26
BANK:

Vendor
Number Vendor Name Check Description
BANK OF THE WEST-GENERAL ACCT Page: 1
Time: 4:06 pm
Date: 04/15/2026
Void/Stop
Date
Reconcile
Date
BANK OF THE WEST-GENERAL ACCT Checks
68752 04/01/26 Printed 0222Q JONATHAN AGUON 03.21.26 FACILITY RENTAL DEPOSIT 910.00 REFUND
68753 04/01/26 Printed 0520HZ JUAN ANGUIANO 03.06.26 WEED ABATEMENT - 1,320.00

ALLEYWAYS
68754 04/01/26 Printed 0671B NOEMI TORRES AVILA 04.04.26 EASTER EVENT - FACE 300.00

PAINTING
B.L. WALLACE DISTRIBUTOR 362.79
INC
68755 04/01/26 Printed 0706 REPLACE UTILITY BOX LIDS N30R372 (4) & BOLTS (4)
68756 04/01/26 Printed 1225 ALFONSO BUZZIO ICE MACHINE MAINTENANCE - FEDDE 645.00 SHACK
68757 04/01/26 Printed 2020D DOLORES CORRALES 03.21.26 FACILITY RENTAL DEPOSIT 100.00 REFUND
68758 04/01/26 Printed 2307N DATA TICKET INC. FEB 2026 COLLECTION AGENCY SVC 200.00

CODE ENFORCEMENT
GANAHL LUMBER COMPANY 171.84
INC
68759 04/01/26 Printed 3186 GRAFFITI REMOVAL, PW SHOP, UNIT 61 SUPPLIES
68760 04/01/26 Printed 3213R MARYCARMEN GARCIA 03.14 - 03.19.26 BALLET CLASS 195.00

INSTRUCTOR
68761 04/01/26 Printed 3564K KARI HALL 04.04.26 EASTER EVENT - FACE 595.00

PAINTER & BALLOON ARTIST
HINDERLITER, DE LLAMAS & 1,674.35
ASSOC
68762 04/01/26 Printed 3680 3RD QTR 25 TRANSACTION TAX -

AUDIT SVCS/CONTRACT SVCS
HOWROYD-WRIGHT 3,625.31

EMPLOYMENT
68763 04/01/26 Printed 0558M W/E 03.07.26 CLERICAL AIDS (2) L.A. COUNTY ANIMAL 6,290.31

CONTROL
68764 04/01/26 Printed 4135 FEB 2026 ANIMAL HOUSING COSTS 68765 04/01/26 Printed 4155 L.A. COUNTY, DEPT OF P.W. FEB 2026 HGHWY TRAFFIC SIGNAL 2,435.82 CENTRALIA @ NORWALK
68766 04/01/26 Printed 4278S JIMMY MARINELARENA REFUND RECYCLE DEPOSIT PERMIT 1,000.00 22022 PIONEER BLVD UNIT A&B
68767 04/01/26 Printed 4740 ERNESTO MARQUEZ REIMB EMP/03.12.26 FLEET FUEL - 50.00 UNIT #64
68768 04/01/26 Printed 4999J JOHN R MILES 04.04.26 EASTER EVENT - PETTING 975.00 ZOO
68769 04/01/26 Printed 5303 NATIONAL UNIVERSITY 2025 ADULT SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM 3,500.00

RAUL NAVARRO
68770 04/01/26 Printed 6106 R.W.B. PARTY PROPS INC. 04.04.26 EASTER EVENT - 1,097.50

DECORATION RENTALS
68771 04/01/26 Printed 6227RI RICARDO REYES 04.02.26 SENIOR CTR EASTER EVENT 450.00 - DJ SERVICES
68772 04/01/26 Printed 6268VE ERIC S ROBLES 04.04.26 EASTER EVENT - PHOTO 700.00 BOOTH
68773 04/01/26 Printed 6536G RICHARD SEGURA REFUND RECYCLE DEPOSIT PERMIT 500.00 12242 223RD ST
68774 04/01/26 Printed 6592L SHARPLINE SOLUTIONS INC POTHOLE REPAIR & ANTI-SKID 251.94

AGGREGATE SUPPLIES
68775 04/01/26 Printed 6612 SAMANTHA SHERDEL 04.04.26 EASTER EVENT - REPTILE 500.00 SHOW
SONOMA GRAPHIC 558.22

PRODUCTS
68776 04/01/26 Printed 6747 SPECIAL EVENT SUPPLIES -

BANNERS
SOUTHERN CALIF EDISON 14.08

COMPANY
68777 04/01/26 Printed 6801 02.19 - 03.19.26 SER PER
SOUTHERN CALIF EDISON 33.15

COMPANY
68778 04/01/26 Printed 6801 02.19 - 03.19.26 SER PER
SOUTHERN CALIF EDISON 1,842.40

COMPANY
68779 04/01/26 Printed 6801 02.19 - 03.19.26 SER PER
SOUTHERN CALIF EDISON 343.47

COMPANY
68780 04/01/26 Printed 6801 02.19 - 03.19.26 SER PER
SOUTHERN CALIF EDISON 85.30

COMPANY
68781 04/01/26 Printed 6801 02.19 - 03.19.26 SER PER
SOUTHERN CALIF EDISON 49.92

COMPANY
68782 04/01/26 Printed 6801 02.19 - 03.19.26 SER PER
SOUTHERN CALIF EDISON 15.39

COMPANY
68783 04/01/26 Printed 6801 02.19 - 03.19.26 SER PER
SOUTHERN CALIF EDISON 168.39

COMPANY
68784 04/01/26 Printed 6801 02.19 - 03.19.26 SER PER
SOUTHERN CALIF EDISON 31.67

COMPANY
68785 04/01/26 Printed 6801 02.19 - 03.19.26 SER PER
Attachment B
City of Hawaiian Gardens
Check Register Report
Check
Date
Check
Number
Status Amount
CHK PMTS 03/28/26 TO 04/10/26
BANK:

Vendor
Number Vendor Name Check Description
BANK OF THE WEST-GENERAL ACCT Page: 2
Time: 4:06 pm
Date: 04/15/2026
Void/Stop
Date
Reconcile
Date
BANK OF THE WEST-GENERAL ACCT Checks
SOUTHERN CALIF EDISON 4,058.07

COMPANY
68786 02.19 - 03.19.26 SER PER 04/01/26 Printed 6801
SOUTHERN CALIF EDISON 14.42

COMPANY
68787 02.19 - 03.19.26 SER PER 04/01/26 Printed 6801
68788 TICKET WRITER DEVICES (2) & 04/01/26 Printed 7288 TURBO DATA SYSTEMS INC SETUP 3,867.50 FEES
ULISES ALEJANDRO ORTIZ 856.00
ACCUES
68789 04.04.26 EASTER EVENT - 04/01/26 Printed 4025TR EQUIPMENT

RENTALS
68790 03.12.26 UNIFORMS, TOWELS & MATS 04/01/26 Printed 7324 UNIFIRST CORPORATION 945.41 68791 04.04.26 EASTER EVENT - DJ 04/01/26 Printed 7656 FRANK J VIVAS 300.00

SERVICES
68792 11.21.25 STUMP GRINDING - 11985 04/01/26 Printed 7760 WEST COAST ARBORISTS 9,512.00 CIVIC CENTER DR.
68793 MAR 2026 TELEPHONE SVCS 04/08/26 Printed 0009O 8X8 INC 916.43 ALLIANT INSURANCE 2,065.00

SERVICES INC
68794 JAN-MAR 2026 HAWAGAR-01 QTRLY 04/08/26 Printed 0350MA REPT
68795 03.25.26 LOT CLEARING - CITY 04/08/26 Printed 0520HZ JUAN ANGUIANO 4,170.00

PROPERTY BEHIND ELKS LODGE
68796 04.19.26 CARNIVAL EVENT - 04/08/26 Printed 0570A LUIS ALEJANDRO ARELLANO 3,500.00

ENTERTAINMENT
68797 04.19.26 CARNIVAL EVENT - 04/08/26 Printed 0689P AGUSTIN AZPERICUETA JR 3,500.00

ENTERTAINMENT
68798 04.18.26 PARADE EVENT - DJ 04/08/26 Printed 1371TA JESUS CALDERON 600.00

SERVICES
68799 04.18 - 04.19.26 CARNIVAL - MC HOST 04/08/26 Printed 1372A JUAN CALDERON 1,000.00 CEDAR PALMS 4,456.32

DEVELOPMENT
68800 REFUND GRADING DEPOSIT PERMIT 04/08/26 Printed 1561SP 22001 CLARETTA AVE
CINTAS FIRST AID & SAFETY 575.62
0168
68801 FIRST AID RESTOCK - CITY HALL 04/08/26 Printed 1729X EASTERN COUNTY 1,096.20

NEWSPAPER GROUP
68802 3.20.26 LEGAL AD - INVITE BIDS 04/08/26 Printed 4587 RESTROOM RENOVATION PROJ 124
CHRISTOPHER JONATHAN 4,100.00

ESTRADA
68803 04.18.26 PARADE & CARNIVAL - 04/08/26 Printed 2786CJ

ENTERTAINMENT
68804 04.18.26 CARNIVAL EVENT - 04/08/26 Printed 3054G DEBORAH FREGOSO 1,500.00

ENTERTAINMENT
GANAHL LUMBER COMPANY 122.28
INC
68805 FEDDE SPORTS COMPLEX SUPPLIES 04/08/26 Printed 3186 - FIELD LINE MARKER
68806 03.28.26 FACILITY RENTAL DEPOSIT 04/08/26 Printed 3418B LUIS GONZALEZ 250.00 REFUND
68807 04.18.26 CARNIVAL - PARADE 04/08/26 Printed 3564K KARI HALL 4,250.00

PERFORMANCE BAL DUE
HOWROYD-WRIGHT 5,398.46

EMPLOYMENT
68808 W/E 03.21.26 CLERICAL AID2 (2) 04/08/26 Printed 0558M 68809 04.17 - 04.19.26 CARNIVAL - SOUND 04/08/26 Printed 3791M JOSE C. HOYOS 4,800.00

SYSTEM & STAGE LIGHTING
68810 04.18.26 PARADE EVENT - DJ 04/08/26 Printed 4353L LUCIANO LEON 600.00

SERVICES
NERI'S GENERAL 8,100.00

CONTRACTORS
68811 04.17 - 04.19.26 CARNIVAL - LED 04/08/26 Printed 3840A

VIDEO WALL RENTAL
NEW EDITION SECURITY 14,874.00
PATROL
68812 04.16 - 04.19.26 CARNIVAL - 04/08/26 Printed 5328FS SECURITY SVCS
68813 FEB 2026 PREVENTIVE MAINT HVAC 04/08/26 Printed 5513K ONSHORE MECHANICAL INC 2,902.50 UNITS (27)
68814 UNIT 53 - SFTY INSPECT, OIL/ 04/08/26 Printed 6014C CONCEPCION QUIROZ 5,775.47 FILTER/BELT CHG MIL - 68469
68815 04.18.26 PARADE EVENT - DJ 04/08/26 Printed 6740SL RAMIRO SOLORZANO 600.00

SERVICES
SOTO ENTERTAINMENT 2,250.00
GROUP
68816 04.18.26 CARNIVAL EVENT - 04/08/26 Printed 6761T

ENTERTAINMENT
SOUTHERN CALIF EDISON 1,435.39

COMPANY
68817 02.24 - 03.24.26 SER PER 02.19 - 04/08/26 Printed 6801

03.19.26 68818 REPLACE 5QT SHARPS CONTAINERS 04/08/26 Printed 7016M STERICYCLE, INC. 22.53 (3)
68819 MAR 2026 - PTT MOBILE SERVICES 04/08/26 Printed 7120M T-MOBILE USA INC 1,298.56 THE SAUCE CREATIVE 9,999.99

SERVICES
68820 2026 SPRING/SUMMER CITY 04/08/26 Printed 7164NNK

BROCHURES
68821 SAFETY TEST - HELEN ROSAS 04/08/26 Printed 7181K TK ELEVATOR CORPORATION 6,211.59 City of Hawaiian Gardens
Check Register Report
Check
Date
Check
Number
Status Amount
CHK PMTS 03/28/26 TO 04/10/26
BANK:

Vendor
Number Vendor Name Check Description
BANK OF THE WEST-GENERAL ACCT Page: 3
Time: 4:06 pm
Date: 04/15/2026
Void/Stop
Date
Reconcile
Date
BANK OF THE WEST-GENERAL ACCT Checks
68822 04.17 - 04.19.26 CARNIVAL - DANCE 04/08/26 Printed 7252MS SALVADOR TREJO 1,800.00

FLOOR RENTAL
ULISES ALEJANDRO ORTIZ 2,404.00
ACCUES
68823 04.17.26 CARNIVAL EVENT - 04/08/26 Printed 4025TR

EQUIPMENT RENTAL
68824 07.07.25 - 03.02.26 PROF SVCS - 04/08/26 Printed 7390M URBAN FUTURES INC 12,963.50

CASINO ANALYSIS
68825 04.18.26 PARADE EVENT - DJ 04/08/26 Printed 7656 FRANK J VIVAS 500.00

SERVICES
68826 DEC 2025 PROF SVCS - CODE 04/08/26 Printed 7907 WILLDAN ENGINEERING 17,100.00

ENFORCEMENT
Total Checks: 75 Checks Total (excluding void checks): 181,683.09 Total Payments: 75 Bank Total (excluding void checks): 181,683.09 Total Payments: 75 Grand Total (excluding void checks): 181,683.09 City of Hawaiian Gardens
Check Register Report
Check
Date
Check
Number
Status Amount
ACH PMTS 03/28/26 TO 04/10/26
BANK:

Vendor
Number Vendor Name Check Description
BANK OF THE WEST-GENERAL ACCT Page: 1
Time: 4:08 pm
Date: 04/15/2026
Void/Stop
Date
Reconcile
Date
BANK OF THE WEST-GENERAL ACCT EFTs
1059087 FEB 2026 PROF ATTORNEY SVCS - 04/01/26 Printed 0923A BEST BEST & KRIEGER LLP 30,981.50

CITY ATTORNEY
1059088 FEB 2026 CAR WASH PW FLEET 04/01/26 Printed 3615EF HAWAIIAN GARDENS HAND 130.00 1059089 REWIRE LIGHT FIXTURE, INST NEW 04/01/26 Printed 3788 HOTWIRE ELECTRIC INC 225.00 LED 4FT BULBS - PSC
1059090 04/01/26 Printed 3380 JOE A. GONSALVES & SON APR 2026 PROF LEGISLATIVE 2,000.00 MICHAEL BAKER 6,351.25

INTERNATIONAL
1059091 SEP - OCT 2025 PROF SVCS - CRL 04/01/26 Printed 4953

PROJECT
1059092 NEW LAPTOP, APC UPS BATTERY, 04/01/26 Printed 6328 SC CONSULTING GROUP LLC 1,392.79

LOGITECH WEBCAM, IP PHN-REANNA
STAPLES BUSINESS 234.54

ADVANTAGE
1059093 FIN OFFICE & BREAKROOM SUPPLIES 04/01/26 Printed 6932-FINN 1059094 02.07 - 03.28.26 HIIT INSTRUCTOR 04/08/26 Printed 0881N ANTHONY BARRON 360.00 1059095 LEAD & ASBESTOS INSPECTION 04/08/26 Printed 2349Y DEPROFUNDIS INC 2,335.00

REPORT- CH RESTROOM

RENOVATION
1059096 PREVENTIVE MAINT - ROLLING 04/08/26 Printed 2374 DIAZ GATES CORP 1,685.00 GATES/TIMER UPDATES (11)
1059097 03.15 - 04.14.26 MONTHLY RETAINER 04/08/26 Printed 2751K ENGLANDER KNABE ALLEN & 5,500.00 1059098 03.17 - 03.26.26 ZUMBA INSTRUCTOR 04/08/26 Printed 3219D VANESSA GARCIA 120.00 1059099 PARADE/CARNIVAL/EASTER DOUBLE 04/08/26 Printed 0893 MADISON LEEDS 278.52 SIDED FLYERS (1500)
1059100 REIMB EMP/CELL PHN/OCT 2025 04/08/26 Printed 4812 BASHIR A. MATIN 346.39 1059101 04.17 - 04.19.26 CARNIVAL EVENT - 04/08/26 Printed 5061 MOLI-MEX INC 2,287.80

BANNERS
1059102 REIMB EMP/CELL PHN/MAR 2026 04/08/26 Printed 5099 SHAVON MOORE-CAGE 60.00 1059103 03.20, 03.27.26 VIDEO PROD - SAFETY 04/08/26 Printed 6391 NADIM SALLMAN 1,000.00

FAIR EVENTS
1059104 NEW DELL COMPUTER, APC UPS 04/08/26 Printed 6328 SC CONSULTING GROUP LLC 1,167.55

BATTERY - CLR GAME ROOM
STAPLES BUSINESS 46.59

ADVANTAGE
1059105 FINANCE OFFICE SUPPLIES 04/08/26 Printed 6932-FINN STAPLES BUSINESS 249.83

ADVANTAGE
1059106 PSC OFFICE SUPPLIES 04/08/26 Printed 6932-PSS
STAPLES BUSINESS 20.45

ADVANTAGE
1059107 TRANSPORTATION OFFICE SUPPLIES 04/08/26 Printed 6932-RECC Total EFTs: 21 EFTs Total (excluding void checks): 56,772.21 Total Payments: 21 Bank Total (excluding void checks): 56,772.21 Total Payments: 21 Grand Total (excluding void checks): 56,772.21 City of Hawaiian Gardens
Check Register Report
Check
Date
Check
Number
Status Amount
ONL PMTS 03/28/26 TO 04/10/26
BANK:

Vendor
Number Vendor Name Check Description
BANK OF THE WEST-ONLINE PYMTS Page: 1
Time: 4:13 pm
Date: 04/15/2026
Void/Stop
Date
Reconcile
Date
BANK OF THE WEST-ONLINE PYMTS Checks
CHEVRON AND TEXACO 3,856.37

UNIVERSAL
3223 02.16 - 03.15.26 FUEL CHARGES 03/17/26 Printed 1716 BMO BANK N.A.-BANK 2,405.31

CHARGES
3224 MAR 2026 BANK FEE CHARGES 04/01/26 Printed 0821BC
Total Checks: 2 Checks Total (excluding void checks): 6,261.68 Total Payments: 2 Bank Total (excluding void checks): 6,261.68 Total Payments: 2 Grand Total (excluding void checks): 6,261.68

CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS

CITY COUNCIL

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #B6
DATE: April 22, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Linda Hollinsworth, Finance Director
RECOMMENDATION:

RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE TREASURER'S REPORT FOR FEBRUARY AND MARCH 2026

SUMMARY
The attached Treasurer’s Reports provide balances for the months of February and March 2026. During this period, the City investments were in compliance with the Investment Policy and the City had sufficient cash reserves to meet the expenditure requirement for operations for the next six (6) months.

The City maintains checking accounts for general operations, payroll, and the housing account. In addition, we maintain an investment account with LAIF. Funds are also retained by the Bank of New York Mellon for the Successor Agency Bond payments. The general operating account and LAIF represent cash transactions for multiple funds (Pooled Cash) with the amount available for each fund tracked in the general ledger. Interest earned through LAIF is allocated to each fund based on the balance shown in the general ledger. The attached detail report provides balances by fund as of March 2026.

FISCAL IMPACT
None

SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.

ATTACHMENTS
A. Treasurer's Report February 2026
B. Treasurer's Report March 2026
C. PMIA-LAIF Performance Report

March 3.826
February 3.871
January 3.931
December 4.025
November 4.096
October 4.150
PMIA Average Life(1): 261
LAIF Fair Value Factor(1): 0.999980831
PMIA Daily(1): 3.82
PMIA Quarter to Date(1): 3.92
LAIF Apportionment Rate(2): 3.98
LAIF Earnings Ratio(2): 0.00010906180047888
LAIF Administrative Cost(1)*: TBD
Treasuries

56.86%
Agencies

21.79%
Certificates of
Deposit/Bank Notes

10.77%
Time
Deposits

3.31%
Commercial
Paper

6.52%
Corporate
Bonds

0.59%
Loans

0.16%
Notes: The apportionment rate includes interest earned on the CalPERS Supplemental Pension Payment pursuant to Government Code 20825 (c)(1) .
*The percentage of administrative cost equals the total administrative cost divided by the quarterly interest earnings. The law provides that administrative costs are not to exceed 5% of quarterly EARNINGS of the fund. However, if the 13-week Daily Treasury Bill Rate on the last day of the fiscal year is below 1%, then administrative costs shall not exceed 8% of quarterly EARNINGS of the fund for the subsequent fiscal year.

Source:
(1) State of California, Office of the Treasurer
(2) State of California, Office of the Controller
PMIA Average Monthly
Effective Yields(1)
PMIA/LAIF Performance Report
as of 04/15/26
Daily rates are now available here. View PMIA Daily Rates Quarterly Performance
Quarter Ended 03/31/26
Chart does not include $829,000.00 in mortgages, which equates to 0.001%. Percentages may not total 100% due to rounding.

Pooled Money Investment Account
Monthly Portfolio Composition (1)
3/31/26
$165.3 billion

ATTACHMENT C

CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS

CITY COUNCIL

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #B7
DATE: April 22, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Neema Ghanbari, M.S., P.E., Public Works Director
RECOMMENDATION:

RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT PERMITS REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH 2026

SUMMARY
The Engineering Division, as part of the Public Works Department, is responsible for the implementation of the policies and objectives of the community as set forth in the City of Hawaiian Gardens’ General Plan, Municipal Code, and oversees the project management for the construction of the City’s capital improvements, infrastructure, and public facilities.

The Engineering Division reviews applications and issues construction and encroachment permits for any work that is done in the public right-of-way, such as the streets and alleys, and if the public rights-of-way are used for equipment parking/staging and to conduct any construction, repair, or maintenance of any property or utilities within or adjacent. Work on or use of the public right-of-ways may include: underground and above-ground utilities repair/replacement by utility companies and their contractors, driveway construction, temporary use for staging of equipment and vehicles, and contractors working on behalf of the City for public improvements. The permits and final inspections will ensure that any work is conducted in accordance with City Engineering specifications and appropriate standards and that any traffic control and safety measures are properly in place and followed.

The attached chart is a summary of all permits issued during the month of March 2026.

Agenda Item #B7
April 22, 2026

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FISCAL IMPACT
None.

SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.

ATTACHMENT
A. Monthly Public Works Permits Report List for March 2026

ATTACHMENT A
No. Permit Date Contractor For Location Type Amount
1 1563 03/02/26 National Corrosion SoCal Gas 12356 221st Street Installation of a new G5 test station and removal of the polemounted rectifier $ 897.00 2 1564 03/10/26 Golden State Water Company
Citywide (Carson St, Norwalk
Blvd, Tilbury St, 216th, 215th, 214th, 213th,
and Claretta Ave.)
Citywide Water Main Replacement Project $ 63,212.00
3 1565 03/23/26 Alcoa Traffic Control Southern CA Edison 12050 226th St Traffic Control for the replacement of SCE pullbox $ 897.00 4 1566 03/26/26 Onyx Paving Company City Carson Street and Pioneer Boulevard FY 2024-25 Arterial Street Improvements, Project 116 $ - 4 Total for Month: $ 65,006.00
25 Total for Fiscal Year: $ 96,059.00
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City of Hawaiian Gardens - Public Works Department
Monthly Report - Public Works Permits Issued
March 2026
Total Permits for Month:

Total Permits for Fiscal Year:

CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS

CITY COUNCIL

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #B8
DATE: April 22, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Pablo Rubio, City Clerk
RECOMMENDATION:

Recommendation to approve the minutes for the City Council meeting of Wednesday, April 8, 2026.

SUMMARY
The City Clerk’s office is to prepare and present the meeting minutes to the City Council for review and approval.

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.

ATTACHMENTS
A. April 8, 2026 - Minutes
CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Luis Roa, Mayor Pro Tem
Dandy De Paula, Councilmember
Victor Farfan, Councilmember
Ernie Vargas, Councilmember Maria Teresa Del Rio,
Mayor
Wednesday, April 8, 2026
Regular Meeting, 6:00 PM
Ernesto Marquez,City Manager
Norma Tabares, City Attorney
Pablo Rubio, City Clerk

MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
The City Council meeting was called to order on Wednesday, April 8, 2026 at 6:01 PM.

INVOCATION
The invocation was led by Pablo Rubio, City Clerk.

FLAG SALUTE
The flag salute was led by Councilmember De Paula.

ROLL CALL

PRESENT
Councilmember De Paula
Councilmember Vargas
Mayor Del Rio
ABSENT
2 Councilmember Farfan
Mayor Pro Tem Roa
Pablo Rubio, City Clerk, announced a quorum.

PUBLIC COMMENTS GENERAL OR ITEMS ON OR OFF THE AGENDA One eComment was received from Irene Zapata, Community Library Manager; there were no verbal Public Comments.

PROCLAMATIONS AND CERTIFICATES

1. RECOGNITION OF SHAVON MOORECAGE FOR RECEIVING THE SENATE DISTRICT 36 WOMEN OF DISTINCTION AWARD
Mayor Del Rio presented the certificate.

Madison MarksNoble, District Representative, Senator Tony Strickland, spoke.

Lauren Yokomizo, Field Deputy, Supervisor Janice Hahn, spoke.

Aydan Pena, District Staff Assistant, Congressman Derek Tran, spoke.

Isabella Carbajal, Field Representative, Assemblywoman Sharon QuirkSilva, spoke.

Captain Daniel Holguin, Lakewood Sheriff’s Station, spoke.

YolandaCastroSELACOWorkforceDevelopmentBoardspoke

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Mayor Del Rio presented the certificate.

Madison MarksNoble, District Representative, Senator Tony Strickland, spoke.

Lauren Yokomizo, Field Deputy, Supervisor Janice Hahn, spoke.

Aydan Pena, District Staff Assistant, Congressman Derek Tran, spoke.

Isabella Carbajal, Field Representative, Assemblywoman Sharon QuirkSilva, spoke.

Captain Daniel Holguin, Lakewood Sheriff’s Station, spoke.

Yolanda Castro, SELACO Workforce Development Board, spoke.

Shavon MooreCage, Executive Assistant, spoke.

AGENDA ORGANIZATION
There were no changes to the Agenda Organization.

A. PUBLIC HEARING(S) / HEARING(s)
There were no Public Hearings.

B. CONSENT CALENDAR

1. WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS ON THE AGENDA That the City Council waive reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda and declare that said titles which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

A motion was made by Councilmember De Paula, seconded by Councilmember Vargas, to adopt the Consent Calendar as presented, in its entirety.

The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: 3; De Paula, Vargas, Del Rio
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 2; Farfan, Roa
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 3–0–2–0

2. Recommendation to receive and file warrants processed during the period of March 14 to March 27, 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

A motion was made by Councilmember De Paula, seconded by Councilmember Vargas, to adopt the Consent Calendar as presented, in its entirety.

The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: 3; De Paula, Vargas, Del Rio
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 2; Farfan, Roa
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 3–0–2–0

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SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

A motion was made by Councilmember De Paula, seconded by Councilmember Vargas, to adopt the Consent Calendar as presented, in its entirety.

The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: 3; De Paula, Vargas, Del Rio
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 2; Farfan, Roa
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 3–0–2–0

3. Recommendation to approve the minutes for the City Council meeting of Wednesday, March 25, 2026; and the Special Meeting of Thursday, March 19, 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

A motion was made by Councilmember De Paula, seconded by Councilmember Vargas, to adopt the Consent Calendar as presented, in its entirety.

The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: 3; De Paula, Vargas, Del Rio
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 2; Farfan, Roa
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 3–0–2–0

4. Recommendation to receive and file the Recreation and Parks Commission Meeting Minutes for the month of February 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

A motion was made by Councilmember De Paula, seconded by Councilmember Vargas, to adopt the Consent Calendar as presented, in its entirety.

The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: 3; De Paula, Vargas, Del Rio
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 2; Farfan, Roa
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 3–0–2–0
C. DISCUSSION ITEM(S)

1. Recommendation to receive and file the report regarding the City of Hawaiian Gardens Annual Parade scheduled for April 18, 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

Joe Jimenez, Recreation and Community Services Director, presented the staff report.

Councilmember De Paula spoke.

Mayor Del Rio spoke.

A motion was made by Councilmember De Paula, seconded by Councilmember Vargas, to approverecommendation.

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1. Recommendation to receive and file the report regarding the City of Hawaiian Gardens Annual Parade scheduled for April 18, 2026.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

Joe Jimenez, Recreation and Community Services Director, presented the staff report.

Councilmember De Paula spoke.

Mayor Del Rio spoke.

A motion was made by Councilmember De Paula, seconded by Councilmember Vargas, to approve recommendation.

The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: 3; De Paula, Vargas, Del Rio
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 2; Farfan, Roa
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 3–0–2–0

2. Recommendation to accept the construction improvements by Sequel Contractors for the SCAG STBG Street Rehabilitation, Project 121 (Federal Project No. STPL5387017), and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

Neema Ghanbari, Public Works Director, presented the staff report.

A motion was made by Councilmember De Paula, seconded by Councilmember Vargas, to approve recommendation.

The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: 3; De Paula, Vargas, Del Rio
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 2; Farfan, Roa
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 3–0–2–0

3. Recommendation to review the results of the communityselected live Christmas tree option and provide direction to staff on planting a live Christmas tree at the City Hall parking lot.

SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.

Neema Ghanbari, Public Works Director, presented the staff report.

Councilmember De Paula spoke.

Mayor Del Rio spoke.

A motion was made by Councilmember De Paula, seconded by Councilmember Vargas, to approve recommendation.

The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: 3; De Paula, Vargas, Del Rio
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 2; Farfan, Roa
RECUSE:0;

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Councilmember De Paula spoke.

Mayor Del Rio spoke.

A motion was made by Councilmember De Paula, seconded by Councilmember Vargas, to approve recommendation.

The motion carried by the following vote:

AYES: 3; De Paula, Vargas, Del Rio
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 2; Farfan, Roa
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 3–0–2–0
D. NEW BUSINESS
There were no New Business items.

E. ORAL STAFF REPORT(S)
Joe Jimenez, Recreation and Community Services Director, reminded residents about the upcoming annual carnival and parade from April 1719.

Neema Ghanbari, Public Works Director, thanked residents who participated in the last block cleanup; announced that they will hold the next block cleanup on June 27; and that the Earth Day event on April 22 will feature the planting of a live Christmas tree.

F. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT(S)
There were no City Attorney Reports.

G. ORAL COUNCIL REPORT(S)
Councilmember De Paula announced he attended open houses at Furgeson and Hawaiian Elementary Schools and expressed gratitude to families for their student support.

Mayor Del Rio announced that she attended the yearly Easter Egg Hunt and thanked staff for organizing it.

H. CLOSED SESSION
There were no Closed Session items.

I. ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned the meeting at 6:45 PM to the next Regular City Council meeting to be held on Wednesday, April 22, 2026 at 6:00 PM.

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CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS

CITY COUNCIL

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #C1
DATE: April 22, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Pablo Rubio, City Clerk
RECOMMENDATION:

Recommendation to approve a donation to Fedde Academy.

SUMMARY
Fedde Academy has requested a donation of $5,000 to purchase school uniform shirts for all 300 enrolled students. Since implementing a uniform program, the school has seen a positive shift in campus culture. Students are more academically engaged, there is a growing college-going mindset among students, and there is a reduction in gang paraphernalia.

Over 90% of students are residents of the City of Hawaiian Gardens, and many come from low-income households where the cost of uniforms can be a barrier. A donation will help ensure that every student has equal access, regardless of their family’s financial situation.

The donation will equip all 300 students with a uniform shirt, ensuring equal participation while reinforcing school identity, academic focus, a college-going culture, and continued reduction in gang affiliation on campus.

FISCAL IMPACT
The FY 25-26 budget has funds available for donations to schools.

SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.

ATTACHMENTS
None.

CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS

CITY COUNCIL

STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #C2
65320.00001\44924110.1
DATE: April 22, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Norma Tabares, City Attorney
Elise McCaleb, Community Development Director
RECOMMENDATION:

Recommendation that City Council waive further reading, read by title only, conduct first reading and introduce Ordinance No. 2026-625, amending Chapter 6.28 of the Hawaiian Gardens Municipal Code.

SUMMARY
The purpose of this staff report is to introduce for consideration, and conduct a first reading of, an Ordinance (Attachment 1) to update Chapter 6.28 (Fireworks) of the Hawaiian Gardens Municipal Code. The proposed updates to Chapter 6.28 strengthens the City’s ability to deter and enforce use of unlawful fireworks.

BACKGROUND
Each year, residents and visitors celebrate the July 4th holiday by discharging fireworks.

The Hawaiian Gardens Municipal Code (HGMC) allows the discharge of “safe and sane” fireworks between July 1 to 4. However, the discharge of illegal and dangerous fireworks is prohibited. The illegal discharge of fireworks has become significant enough that the Sheriff’s Department receives complaints about illegal firework use throughout the year.

In addition to discharging legally sold fireworks during permissible times, a significant number of residents, visitors, adults, and minors are discharging illegal dangerous fireworks and discharging fireworks during unauthorized times of the year. Furthermore, the significant fire hazards posed by illegal firework use, compounded by dry climatic conditions, create an ongoing threat to the public’s health, safety, and welfare.

Existing Regulations
The State of California has a robust statutory regime dealing with fireworks. Found in Health and Safety Code Sections 12500 et seq., the State imposes, among other things, Ordinance No. 2026-625
April 22, 2026

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restrictions on the use of fireworks (including both “safe and sane”1 and “dangerous fireworks”2), a permitting system for firework displays, and criminal penalties for violating this part of the Health and Safety Code. More pertinent to this item is California Health and Safety Code Section 12541, which specifically authorizes cities to establish their own local fireworks prohibitions and regulations. Violations of the State’s Health and Safety Code are generally subject to misdemeanor prosecution.

The City previously adopted the Los Angeles County Fire Code via Chapter 15.20 of the Municipal Code. Section 5601.1.3 of the Los Angeles County Fire Code which prohibits the possession, manufacture, storage, sale, handling and use of fireworks with an exception for “safe and sane fireworks” that are explicitly allowed by local ordinance.

Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 12541 and Section 5601.1.3 of the Los Angeles County Fire Code, the City has established Chapter 6.28 of the Municipal Code regulating the use of fireworks in the City. Specifically, Section 6.28.010 of the Municipal Code allows the sale and discharge of safe and sane fireworks only from 12:00-9:00 pm, July 1 through July 4. Further, Chapter 6.28 also allows for the application and required findings for the issuance of a permit to set up and operate a fireworks stand in the City to sell safe and sane fireworks. The decision on any application issued by staff may be appealed by right to the City Council. The sale and offering of dangerous fireworks are strictly prohibited at all times.

Penalties
An administrative citation may be issued for any violation of Chapter 6.28. The fines are as follows:
• A fine of $2,000 for a first offense;
• A fine of $3,000 for a second offense within one year from the initial offense; • A fine of $4,500 for a third offense within one year from the initial offense.

The City is also authorized to enforce violations of Chapter 6.28 as misdemeanors and impose any other civil penalties established by resolution or ordinance. 1 “Safe and sane fireworks” are defined in §12529 of the California Health and Safety Code and include small items such as fountains, spinners, and snap caps. The Office of the California State Fire Marshal puts a list on its website of fireworks that qualify based on general and specific standards for design, construction, performance, and labeling for such fireworks. 2 “Dangerous fireworks” are defined in §12505 of the California Health and Safety Code and generally include fireworks that contain hazardous materials or exhibit explosive, projectile, or unpredictable behavior. This also includes firecrackers, skyrockets, Roman candles, large sparklers, and other items deemed unsafe by the State Fire Marshal.

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Proposed Amendments
New language is recommended to Chapter 6.28 to strengthen the City’s ability to deter and enforce the use of unlawful fireworks. Specifically, the changes will strengthen the City’s ability to take enforcement action against property owners, lessors, and any other person in lawful possession of the property where unlawful fireworks are discharged. This enforcement authority will also extend to unlawful fireworks that are discharged in a public right of way adjacent to a property owner’s property, if they have knowledge, or should have had knowledge, of the acts that resulted in a violation.

More specifically, the recommended amendments add the definition of a “responsible person,” defined as anyone who violates Chapter 6.28, including a person who discharges illegal fireworks, as well as “hosts,” generally defined as anyone who is in lawful possession of real property (an owner, lessee, social host, etc.) where the violation occurs.

Responsible persons will be strictly liable for any violation that occurs (1) on their property, or (2) in the public right-of-way immediately adjacent to their property, when they know, or should have known, of the acts resulting in a violation. A responsible person will be subject to citation, regardless of their intent or awareness that a violation has occurred.

Moreover, a host will be required to take reasonable measures to prevent any violations on or adjacent to their property.

Notably, responsible persons will not be liable for violations committed by other persons if they are the first to report such violations to the City before the violations are observed by an enforcement officer.

The recommended changes will also allow the City to hold responsible persons liable for recoverable costs and incidental expenses, such as remediating damage caused to City property, associated with a violation of Chapter 6.28. Additionally, the City will be able to treat any violation of Chapter 6.28 that is a threat to health, safety, and welfare as a public nuisance and take corresponding abatement actions.
2026 Fireworks Outreach
In anticipation of the 4th of July, the City will be sending out two mailers, one in May and one in June which outlines the types of fireworks that are allowed and those that are prohibited. The proposed mailers will state that safe and sane fireworks are allowed to be discharged from July 1st to July 4th, specify the fines for using illegal fireworks, and outline safety tips. The City will also use social media posts and an electronic traffic control board to notify residents of the updated regulations and fines associated with the use of illegal fireworks.

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FISCAL IMPACT
None.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
This Ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines, as it is not a “project” and has no potential to result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change to the environment because the amendments only enhance and clarify the existing regulatory framework for fireworks without introducing new environmental risks. (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15378(a).) Even if the Ordinance is considered a “project” subject to CEQA, it is categorically exempt because there is no possibility that this Ordinance or its implementation would have a significant negative effect on the environment for the same reasons above. (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15061(b)(3).) Staff is further directed to file a Notice of Exemption for this Ordinance with the County Clerk and the State Clearinghouse in accordance with State CEQA Guidelines.

ATTACHMENTS
Ordinance No. 2026-625
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ORDINANCE NO. 2026-625

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS, CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 6.28 OF TITLE 6 OF

THE HAWAIIAN GARDENS MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING

FIREWORK REGULATIONS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE

EXEMPT FROM CEQA
WHEREAS, the City of Hawaiian Gardens, California (“City”) is a municipal corporation, duly organized under the California Constitution and laws of the State of California;
WHEREAS, pursuant to the police powers delegated to it by the California Constitution, the City has the authority to enact laws which promote the public health, safety, and general welfare of its citizens;
WHEREAS, Health and Safety Code Sections 12500 et seq. impose a statewide framework of restrictions on the use of fireworks, a permitting system for firework displays, and criminal penalties for violating this part of the Health and Safety Code; WHEREAS, California Health and Safety Code Section 12541, specifically authorizes the City to establish its own local fireworks prohibitions and regulations; WHEREAS, the use, possession, and sale of fireworks in the City creates a hazard to the personal safety and well-being of the community and has become significant enough that the Sheriff’s Department now receives complaints about illegal fireworks throughout the year;
WHEREAS, while the Hawaiian Gardens Municipal Code and State law have existing prohibitions and rules on fireworks in the City, enforcement and compliance is an ongoing challenge throughout the year, particularly in and around the 4th of July holiday; WHEREAS, because of the fire hazard risks that the illegal fireworks produce, coupled with dry climatic conditions, the City has determined that there is a current and immediate threat to the public peace, health, safety and welfare posed by the use, possession and/or sale of fireworks in the City and that such interests would be served by enhancing the City’s fireworks regulations;
WHEREAS, to address these issues, the City Council is seeking to update Chapter

6.28 of the Hawaiian Gardens Municipal Code to strengthen the City’s ability to deter and enforce the use of unlawful fireworks;
WHEREAS, all legal preconditions to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
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SECTION 1. Recitals. The above recitals are hereby adopted by the City Council and incorporated as set forth in this section.

SECTION 2. CEQA. This Ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines, as it is not a “project” and has no potential to result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change to the environment because the amendments only enhance and clarify the existing regulatory framework for fireworks without introducing new environmental risks. (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15378(a).) Even if the Ordinance is considered a “project” subject to CEQA, it is categorically exempt because there is no possibility that this Ordinance or its implementation would have a significant negative effect on the environment for the same reasons above. (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15061(b)(3).) Staff is further directed to file a Notice of Exemption for this Ordinance with the County Clerk and the State Clearinghouse in accordance with State CEQA Guidelines.

SECTION 3. The City Council authorizes Chapter 6.28 (Fireworks) of Title 6 of the Hawaiian Gardens Municipal Code to be amended as provided in this Ordinance (additions in underline, deletions in strikethrough).

SECTION 4. Section 6.28.005 (Definitions) is hereby amended in its entirety to read as follows:

6.28.005 Definitions.

For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions will apply. If any of the definitions in this chapter conflict with definitions in other provisions of this Municipal Code, these definitions shall control for the purposes of this chapter:

Chapter means this Chapter 6.28 of the Hawaiian Gardens Municipal Code.

Citation means an administrative citation issued pursuant to this section to remedy a violation.

City means the City of Hawaiian Gardens.

Code or Municipal Code means the Hawaiian Gardens Municipal Code.

Dangerous fireworks is defined by Section 12505 of the California Health and Safety Code, or as that section may be amended.

Host means any person who has legal title to, or leases, rents or is in lawful possession of, any real property in the City, or is otherwise an “Owner” as defined in Section 1.13.020 of this Code; or hosts, organizes, supervises, officiates, conducts, or sponsors a gathering on public or private property. If a host is a minor, then the minor’s parents or legal guardians may also be deemed a host. There may be more than one host associated with a single piece of property.

Enforcement officer shall have the meaning set forth in Section 1.13.020 of this Code.

Person means and includes any individual, partnership of any kind, a corporation of any kind, limited liability company, association, joint venture or other organization or entity, however formed, as well as fiduciaries, trustees, heirs, executors, administrators, or assigns, or any combination of such persons.

Responsible person means a person or host who causes a violation to occur, or allows a violation to exist or continue by their action or failure to act, whether or not present at the time of the violation. If a 65320.00001\44924511.1
responsible person is a minor, then the minor’s parents or legal guardians may also be deemed a responsible person. More than one responsible person may be associated with a single violation.

Safe and sane fireworks, or any variation of this phrase, is defined by Section 12529 of the California Health and Safety Code, or as that section may be amended.

Violation or violates means an act or omission of any act, or use or condition that constitutes an offense of any provision of this chapter.

SECTION 5. Sections 6.28.010 (Safe and Sane Fireworks) is hereby amended in its entirety to read as follows:

6.28.010 – Safe and sane fireworks.

A. Safe and sane fireworks may only be sold and discharged within the City between 12:00 p.m. and 9:00 p.m. each day from July 1 to July 4.

B. It is unlawful for any child under the age of 16 to possess, transport, buy, sell, offer to buy or sell, give, receive, ignite, set off, discharge, or otherwise use safe and sane fireworks within the City at any time except under the direct supervision of that child's parent, legal guardian, or other adult person acting in loco parentis of that child.

C. No person shall possess, transport, buy, offer to buy, sell, offer to sell, give, receive, fire, set off, discharge, or use any safe and sane fireworks in a manner likely to cause injury to life or property.

SECTION 6. Sections 6.28.020 (Fireworks other than safe and sane fireworks) is hereby amended in its entirety to read as follows:

A. Except as provided in this chapter, no person shall possess, transport, buy, sell, offer to buy or sell, give, receive, ignite, set off, discharge, or otherwise use any fireworks not classified as safe and sane, including dangerous fireworks, at any time within the City.

B. To the maximum extent allowable by law, a responsible person may be charged for all recoverable City costs and incidental expenses incurred as a result of a violation of this chapter, including, but not limited to, any costs associated with remediating damage caused to City property.

SECTION 7. Sections 6.28.025 (Responsible Person Liability) is hereby added to read as follows:

A. A responsible person is strictly liable for any violation that occurs (1) on property that the responsible person owns, leases, possesses, or controls, or (2) in the public right-of-way immediately adjacent to property that the responsible person owns, leases, possesses, or controls, when the responsible person has knowledge, or should have knowledge, of the acts resulting in a violation.

B. A responsible person is subject to citation for any violation, regardless of the responsible person’s intent or awareness of the violation.

C. It is a rebuttable presumption that any prohibited act under this chapter conducted in the public rightof-way or any public property by any person is attributable to the host that owns, leases, possesses, or controls the property immediately adjacent to the public right-of-way or public property where the violation occurred.

D. A responsible person is not liable for violations committed by other persons if the responsible person is the first to report such violations to an enforcement officer, or other authority as designated by the City, for immediate assistance before the violations are observed by an enforcement officer.

E. A host shall take reasonable measures to prevent any violations on or adjacent to property that the host owns, leases, possesses, or controls.
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SECTION 8. Section 6.28.160 (Violations) is hereby amended in its entirety to read as follows:

6.28.160 – Violations.

A. Any violation of this chapter is unlawful and constitutes a strict liability offense, regardless of intent or personal knowledge.

B. Administrative citations.

1. Whenever an enforcement officer determines that a violation of this chapter has occurred, the enforcement officer may issue a citation in accordance with Chapter 1.13 of this Code.

2. Notwithstanding the amounts authorized by Chapter 1.13 of this Code, any person who violates any provision of this Chapter 6.28 is subject to administrative fines in the following amounts:
a. A fine of $2,000.00 for a first offense;
b. A fine of $3,000.00 for a second offense within one year from the initial offense; c. A fine of $4,500.00 for a third offense within one year from the initial offense.

3. Citations may be appealed pursuant to Chapter 1.13 of this Code.

4. Issuance of a citation shall not excuse or discharge a responsible person from the duty to immediately abate and correct a violation of this chapter, nor from any other responsibility or legal consequences for a violation of this chapter.

B.C. In addition to or in lieu of other action, the City may, at its discretion, undertake any one or all of the following legal actions for violations under this chapter:

1. Criminal penalty. Any violation of this chapter constitutes a misdemeanor punishable under Chapter 1.12 of this Code.

2. Administrative citations. Notwithstanding the amounts authorized by Chapter 1.13 of this Code, any person who violates any provision of this Chapter 6.28 is subject to administrative fines in the following amounts:
a. A fine of $2,000.00 for a first offense;
b. A fine of $3,000.00 for a second offense within one year from the initial offense; c. A fine of $4,500.00 for a third offense within one year from the initial offense.

3.2. Civil penalties. Any person who violates any provision of this chapter is liable for a civil penalty established by resolution or ordinance of the City Council.

C.D. The City Council may by resolution or ordinance establish, modify, or amend fees for the implementation, administration, and enforcement of this chapter, including, penalties for delinquent payment of such fees.

E. Any condition caused or permitted to exist in violation of this chapter constitutes a threat to public health, safety, and welfare, and is declared and deemed a public nuisance, which may be summarily abated or restored by the City at the violator's expense and the City may institute a civil action to abate, enjoin, or otherwise compel the cessation of such nuisance.

D.F. The remedies provided in this chapter are cumulative and not exclusive and nothing in this chapter precludes the use or application of any other remedies, penalties, or procedures established by law.

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or agency having jurisdiction. Where allowed by law, and as authorized by California Health and Safety Code Section 12541, this chapter supersedes any conflicting provision of the Hawaiian Gardens Fire Code (Chapter 15.20).

SECTION 9. Severability. If any section, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance or the application thereof to any entity, person or circumstance is held for any reason to be invalid or unconstitutional, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect other provisions or applications of this Ordinance which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this Ordinance are severable. The City Council of the City of Hawaiian Gardens hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each section, sentence, clause or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more section, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 10. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.

SECTION 11. Records. The documents and materials associated with this ordinance that constitute the record of proceedings on which the City Council’s findings and determinations are based are located at City Hall, 21815 Pioneer Boulevard, Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716.

SECTION 12. Publication. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Ordinance. Not later than fifteen (15) days following the passage of this Ordinance, the Ordinance, or a summary thereof, along with the names of the City Council members voting for and against the Ordinance, shall be published in a newspaper of general circulation in the City.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hawaiian Gardens, California at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the __day of ____, 2026.
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Maria Teresa Del Rio, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Pablo Rubio, City Clerk

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Hawaiian Gardens City Council
April 22, 2026