CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
RESOLUTION NO. 030-2026
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HAWAIIAN GARDENS, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, STATE OF
CALIFORNIA, DECLARING OCTOBER 17–23, 2026, AS “FLOOD
PREPAREDNESS WEEK” AND ENCOURAGING ALL RESIDENTS
TO ASSESS THEIR FLOOD RISK, CREATE EMERGENCY PLANS,
AND PREPARE FOR THE UPCOMING STORM SEASON
WHEREAS, flooding is one of the most common and costly natural hazards in the United States and can pose significant risks to life, property, public infrastructure, and the community; and
WHEREAS, the State of California, in coordination with local, state, and federal agencies, promotes Flood Preparedness Week as an opportunity to educate communities about flood risks, flood mitigation measures, emergency preparedness, and actions residents can take before the winter storm season; and
WHEREAS, the City of Hawaiian Gardens recognizes the importance of proactive preparation and has implemented operational measures to reduce the potential impacts of flooding and protect public infrastructure, including clearing storm drains and catch basins, coordinating with the LA County Flood Control District to maintain flood-control channels and basins, pre-positioning emergency materials such as sandbags at the Public Works Yard, and training emergency response personnel to implement rapid response procedures when necessary; and
WHEREAS, designating October 17–23, 2026, as “Flood Preparedness Week” will provide an opportunity for the City to conduct targeted public education and outreach to increase awareness of flood hazards and encourage residents to take proactive preparedness measures before the upcoming storm season; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The City Council hereby declares October 17–23, 2026, as “Flood Preparedness Week” in the City of Hawaiian Gardens.
Section 2. The City Council encourages the City’s Public Safety, Public Works, and other appropriate departments to support Flood Preparedness Week through public education, community outreach, digital communications, educational resources, and other appropriate preparedness activities.
Section 3. The City Council encourages residents to remain vigilant and maintain their preparedness throughout the storm season, recognizing that proactive individual preparedness, effective emergency response, and coordinated community efforts contribute to the protection of life, property, and public infrastructure.
Section 4. The City Manager is hereby authorized to undertake such acts as necessary to carry out this Resolution.
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Section 5. The Mayor or his presiding officer is hereby authorized to affix his/her signature to this resolution signifying its passage and adoption by the City Council of the City of Hawaiian Gardens.
Section 6. The City Clerk or her designee shall attest and certify to the adoption of the Resolution and shall cause this Resolution and her certification to be entered into the Book of Resolutions of the City of Hawaiian Gardens.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS ON THIS 23RD DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2026.
CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
ATTEST: MARIA TERESA DEL RIO
MAYOR
PABLO RUBIO
CITY CLERK