CLOSED SESSION – 1:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
OPENING CEREMONIES – 2:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority on any item on the agendas, other than the Public Hearings, may do so at this time.
WARRANTS AND BILLS
1, CSA-1 & H-1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-1.PDF
PH-2. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-2.PDF
CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless called upon by a Council Member, these items will be acted upon as a whole.
2. CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
3. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
3.PDF
4. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
4.PDF
5. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
5.PDF
6. LIBRARY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
6.PDF
7. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
7.PDF
8. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
8.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
SPH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
SPH -1.PDF
SPH-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
SPH -2.PDF
ORDINANCES
O-1. FINANCE DEPARTMENT
O-1.PDF
REPORTS – CITY ATTORNEY
REPORTS – CITY MANAGER
REPORTS – CITY CLERK
COUNCIL INITIATIVE
CI-1. MAYORAL
CI-1.PDF
INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
CSA-1, 1, H-1
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
H-1, 1 & CSA -1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
H-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
H-2.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
H-SPH -1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING OTHER MATTERS
Persons wishing to address the City Council on any matter connected with City business not elsewhere considered on the agenda may do so at this time. Persons with complaints regarding City management or departmental operations are requested to submit those complaints first to the City Manager for resolution.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REMARKS
The members of the City Council will provide oral reports, including reports on City related travels where lodging expenses are incurred, and/or address any matters they deem of general interest to the public.
ADJOURNMENT CITY COUNCIL
In the event that today’s meeting of the City Council is not held, or is concluded prior to a public hearing or other agenda item being considered, the public hearing or non-public hearing agenda item will automatically be continued to the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting.If you will require special accommodations, due to a disability, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at (310) 412-5280 or FAX (310) 412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301. All requests for special accommodations must be received 72 hours prior to the day of the Council Meetings.
* No Accompanying Staff Report at the Time of Printing ** Serves in that Capacity for Successor Agency, Housing Authority, Finance Authority, Parking Authority, and Joint Powers Authority
INGLEWOOD,
CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Closed Session – 1:00 p.m.
Open Session – 2:00 p.m.
Web Sites:
www.cityofinglewood.org
www.cityofinglewood.org/253/Successor-Agency
www.cityofinglewood.org/688/Housing-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/654/Finance-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/839/Parking-Authority
*****NOTE FROM THE CITY*****
Doors to the City Council Chamber will open at 12:40 p.m. for Closed Session and 1:30 p.m. for Open Ses Please be mindful that seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
ALTERNATIVE METHODS
The City provides the following two alternative methods of viewing and listening to the City Council Meeting a convenience:
¡ On Spectrum Cable Channel 35 with audio and limited video. Please check with your cable provider for details.
¡ Live online through Facebook Live, with audio and limited video, at https://www.facebook.com/cityofinglewood/
The disruption in service of any alternative method does not preclude the City Council or other legislative body further action on an agenda item.
Submitting Comments Prior to Public Meeting: Members of the public may choose to submit comments electronically for consideration by the City Council or other City Legislative Body by sending them to the City Clerk/Secretary at [email protected], and Deputy City Clerk at [email protected]. To ensure distribution to the members of the Legislative Body prior to consideration of the agenda, please submit comments prior to 8:00 a.m of the meeting, and in the body of the email, please identify the agenda number or subject matter. Corresponden indicate the meeting date and agenda item. Comments received after 8:00 a.m. and prior to the close of the publi will be made part of the official public record of the meeting. Contact the Office of the City Clerk at 310-412-5280 with any questions.
ACCESSIBILITY: If requested, the agenda and backup materials will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. Any person who requires a disability-related modification or accommodation, or translation services in order to observe and/or offer public comment may request such reasonable modification, accommodation, or service by contacting the Office of the City telephone at 310-412-5280, FAX at 310-412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301 or via email to [email protected] and [email protected] no later than 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting.
RULES OF DECORUM- Click Here to View
MAYOR/CHAIRMAN
James T. Butts, Jr.
COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY MEMBERS
Gloria D. Gray, District No. 1
Alex Padilla, District No. 2
Eloy Morales, Jr., District No. 3
Dionne Faulk, District No. 4
CITY CLERK/SECRETARY
Aisha L. Thompson
CITY TREASURER/TREASURER
Angela Allen
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Louis A. Atwell
CITY ATTORNEY/GENERAL COUNSEL
Rick R. Olivarez
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY
Call to Order
Roll Call
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council on the Closed Sessions item(s) may do so at this time.
CS-1. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Pin Re, LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02561.
CS-2. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Forum Entertainme LLC and Murphy’s Bowl LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02940.
CS-3. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Ha v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 23TRCV01220.
CS-4. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Se Electric v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 24STCV31032.
CS-5. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2); Worker’s Compensation Settlement Claim of Oscar Mejia: Claim Number 20-148373.
CS-6. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6; Name of Agency Negotiators: Jose O. Cortes, Senior Assistant City Manager, and Sylvia L. Fernandez, Human Resources Director; Name of Organization Representing Employees: Inglewood Management Employee Organization (IMEO).
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-00010 (SUP25-00010) to allow the modification of an existing special venue freeway sign on a C-3 (Heavy Commercial) Zoned Property at 8801 South La Cienega Boulevard.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission approval of SUP25-
00010; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-00010, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning
Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-
00013 (SUP25-00013) to allow the modification of an
existing special venue freeway sign on a C-2A (Airport
Commercial) Zoned Property at 11305 Prairie Avenue.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission
approval of SUP25-00013; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-
00013, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Letters from the City Attorney’s Office recommending the following:
A. Reject Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Cleveland Brown for alleged personal injury; unauthorized alteration of property on December 15, 2017.
2. Felix Espinosa for alleged property damage; IPD safety check on January 8, 2025.
3. Adrian Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/or near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
4. Alexander Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
5. Bryan Hand for alleged personal injury; ongoing stress from employment on January 14, 2025.
6. Richard Sanders III for alleged vehicle damage; pothole on May 8, 2025.
7. Natasha Williams for alleged vehicle damage; low driveway on May 13, 2025.
B. Return Late Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 911.2:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
2. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
C. Reject Amended Claim, referencing Government Code, Section 913:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
D. Reject Insufficient Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Kevin DeStefan for alleged personal injury; fell on spilled liquid (Inglewood Court House) on June 17, 2025.
2. Anthony Penn for alleged property damage; roots from City tree on not specified date.
E. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim under Government Code, Section 911.6:
1. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
Recommendation:
1. Reject Claims listed as A-1 through A-7;
2. Return Late Claims listed as B-1 and B-2;
3. Reject Amended Claim listed as C-1;
4. Reject Insufficient Claims listed D-1 and D-2; and
5. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim listed as E-1.
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members approve the Third Amendment to Exercise of Powers Agreement (Agreement) No. 20-031 to increase the annual assessment from $30,000 up to $40,000. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve the Third Amendment.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of outstanding invoices to Upright Production Rentals for the Annual Family Unity Day held on July 26, 2025. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment totaling $18,983.30.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members receive and file the City Manager’s Report
listing ratified contracts and purchases from June to Ju 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members award a contract and approve an agreement
with Icon West, Inc. (Contractor). (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Award contract and approve agreement
not to exceed $39,063,518; and
2. Authorize an additional City-controlled
ten percent (10%) contingency of
$3,906,000 for a total project amount
not to exceed $42,969,518, per Bid No.
0187 (General Fund).
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of an outstand invoice to Hadronex, Inc. dba Smartcover Systems (Hadronex) for sewer monitoring services rendered from January 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025. (Sewer Fund) Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment for $37,475.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members adopt a resolution amending the Year (FY) 2024-2025 Budget for adjusting Water Main Replacement Phase 5 Project Accounts.
Recommendation:
1. Adopt resolution.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing to consider Zoning Code
Amendment No. 25-00001 (ZCA25-00001) to modify
miscellaneous regulations in Chapter 12 of the Inglew
Municipal Code related to Accessory Dwelling Units,
Fence Regulations, and Public Art Review, Citywide.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for September 9,
2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing for conduit financing for 304 E
Spruce St, LP (Borrower), for the construction of a 60- unit affordable rental housing project located at 411 E.
Kelso Street Inglewood, CA 90301.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025,
at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members introduce and adopt an ordinance approving
the secured property tax rate for the fiscal year beginn October 1, 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Motion to waive further reading;
2. Introduce ordinance;
3. Motion to waive further reading; and
4. Adopt ordinance.
Documents:
A-1. Report on Closed Session Item(s)
A-2. Oral reports – City Attorney
CM-1. Oral reports – City Manager.
CC-1. Oral reports – City Clerk
Initiative by Mayor James T. Butts, Jr., recommending the City Council Members approve a one (1)- year renewal agreement with Generation Connect for the administration of a program that prov technology support, online educational services, and common interest bonding opportunities b Inglewood-area seasoned adults, aged 50 years and older, and Inglewood-area high school teens. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve renewal agreement not to exceed $60,000.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Chairman and Housing Authority Members authorize the Executive Director to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Infrastructure Funding Agre and Other Shared Costs Budgets with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) f resource sharing and joint infrastructure cost funding in connection to the One Stop Business a Career Center.
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the Executive Director to execute MOU.
Documents:
H-
SPH-1.
HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
Staff report requesting the Chairman and Housing Authority Members set a public hearing to c the Inglewood Housing Authority’s (IHA) 5-Year Plan for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2029 and Annual Plan for FY 2025-2026 and related certifications.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
CLOSED SESSION – 1:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
OPENING CEREMONIES – 2:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority on any item on the agendas, other than the Public Hearings, may do so at this time.
WARRANTS AND BILLS
1, CSA-1 & H-1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-1.PDF
PH-2. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-2.PDF
CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless called upon by a Council Member, these items will be acted upon as a whole.
2. CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
3. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
3.PDF
4. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
4.PDF
5. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
5.PDF
6. LIBRARY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
6.PDF
7. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
7.PDF
8. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
8.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
SPH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
SPH -1.PDF
SPH-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
SPH -2.PDF
ORDINANCES
O-1. FINANCE DEPARTMENT
O-1.PDF
REPORTS – CITY ATTORNEY
REPORTS – CITY MANAGER
REPORTS – CITY CLERK
COUNCIL INITIATIVE
CI-1. MAYORAL
CI-1.PDF
INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
CSA-1, 1, H-1
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
H-1, 1 & CSA -1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
H-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
H-2.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
H-SPH -1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING OTHER MATTERS
Persons wishing to address the City Council on any matter connected with City business not elsewhere considered on the agenda may do so at this time. Persons with complaints regarding City management or departmental operations are requested to submit those complaints first to the City Manager for resolution.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REMARKS
The members of the City Council will provide oral reports, including reports on City related travels where lodging expenses are incurred, and/or address any matters they deem of general interest to the public.
ADJOURNMENT CITY COUNCIL
In the event that today’s meeting of the City Council is not held, or is concluded prior to a public hearing or other agenda item being considered, the public hearing or non-public hearing agenda item will automatically be continued to the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting.If you will require special accommodations, due to a disability, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at (310) 412-5280 or FAX (310) 412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301. All requests for special accommodations must be received 72 hours prior to the day of the Council Meetings.
* No Accompanying Staff Report at the Time of Printing ** Serves in that Capacity for Successor Agency, Housing Authority, Finance Authority, Parking Authority, and Joint Powers Authority
INGLEWOOD,
CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Closed Session – 1:00 p.m.
Open Session – 2:00 p.m.
Web Sites:
www.cityofinglewood.org
www.cityofinglewood.org/253/Successor-Agency
www.cityofinglewood.org/688/Housing-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/654/Finance-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/839/Parking-Authority
*****NOTE FROM THE CITY*****
Doors to the City Council Chamber will open at 12:40 p.m. for Closed Session and 1:30 p.m. for Open Ses Please be mindful that seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
ALTERNATIVE METHODS
The City provides the following two alternative methods of viewing and listening to the City Council Meeting a convenience:
¡ On Spectrum Cable Channel 35 with audio and limited video. Please check with your cable provider for details.
¡ Live online through Facebook Live, with audio and limited video, at https://www.facebook.com/cityofinglewood/
The disruption in service of any alternative method does not preclude the City Council or other legislative body further action on an agenda item.
Submitting Comments Prior to Public Meeting: Members of the public may choose to submit comments electronically for consideration by the City Council or other City Legislative Body by sending them to the City Clerk/Secretary at [email protected], and Deputy City Clerk at [email protected]. To ensure distribution to the members of the Legislative Body prior to consideration of the agenda, please submit comments prior to 8:00 a.m of the meeting, and in the body of the email, please identify the agenda number or subject matter. Corresponden indicate the meeting date and agenda item. Comments received after 8:00 a.m. and prior to the close of the publi will be made part of the official public record of the meeting. Contact the Office of the City Clerk at 310-412-5280 with any questions.
ACCESSIBILITY: If requested, the agenda and backup materials will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. Any person who requires a disability-related modification or accommodation, or translation services in order to observe and/or offer public comment may request such reasonable modification, accommodation, or service by contacting the Office of the City telephone at 310-412-5280, FAX at 310-412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301 or via email to [email protected] and [email protected] no later than 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting.
RULES OF DECORUM- Click Here to View
MAYOR/CHAIRMAN
James T. Butts, Jr.
COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY MEMBERS
Gloria D. Gray, District No. 1
Alex Padilla, District No. 2
Eloy Morales, Jr., District No. 3
Dionne Faulk, District No. 4
CITY CLERK/SECRETARY
Aisha L. Thompson
CITY TREASURER/TREASURER
Angela Allen
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Louis A. Atwell
CITY ATTORNEY/GENERAL COUNSEL
Rick R. Olivarez
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY
Call to Order
Roll Call
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council on the Closed Sessions item(s) may do so at this time.
CS-1. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Pin Re, LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02561.
CS-2. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Forum Entertainme LLC and Murphy’s Bowl LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02940.
CS-3. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Ha v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 23TRCV01220.
CS-4. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Se Electric v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 24STCV31032.
CS-5. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2); Worker’s Compensation Settlement Claim of Oscar Mejia: Claim Number 20-148373.
CS-6. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6; Name of Agency Negotiators: Jose O. Cortes, Senior Assistant City Manager, and Sylvia L. Fernandez, Human Resources Director; Name of Organization Representing Employees: Inglewood Management Employee Organization (IMEO).
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-00010 (SUP25-00010) to allow the modification of an existing special venue freeway sign on a C-3 (Heavy Commercial) Zoned Property at 8801 South La Cienega Boulevard.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission approval of SUP25-
00010; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-00010, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning
Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-
00013 (SUP25-00013) to allow the modification of an
existing special venue freeway sign on a C-2A (Airport
Commercial) Zoned Property at 11305 Prairie Avenue.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission
approval of SUP25-00013; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-
00013, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Letters from the City Attorney’s Office recommending the following:
A. Reject Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Cleveland Brown for alleged personal injury; unauthorized alteration of property on December 15, 2017.
2. Felix Espinosa for alleged property damage; IPD safety check on January 8, 2025.
3. Adrian Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/or near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
4. Alexander Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
5. Bryan Hand for alleged personal injury; ongoing stress from employment on January 14, 2025.
6. Richard Sanders III for alleged vehicle damage; pothole on May 8, 2025.
7. Natasha Williams for alleged vehicle damage; low driveway on May 13, 2025.
B. Return Late Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 911.2:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
2. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
C. Reject Amended Claim, referencing Government Code, Section 913:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
D. Reject Insufficient Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Kevin DeStefan for alleged personal injury; fell on spilled liquid (Inglewood Court House) on June 17, 2025.
2. Anthony Penn for alleged property damage; roots from City tree on not specified date.
E. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim under Government Code, Section 911.6:
1. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
Recommendation:
1. Reject Claims listed as A-1 through A-7;
2. Return Late Claims listed as B-1 and B-2;
3. Reject Amended Claim listed as C-1;
4. Reject Insufficient Claims listed D-1 and D-2; and
5. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim listed as E-1.
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members approve the Third Amendment to Exercise of Powers Agreement (Agreement) No. 20-031 to increase the annual assessment from $30,000 up to $40,000. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve the Third Amendment.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of outstanding invoices to Upright Production Rentals for the Annual Family Unity Day held on July 26, 2025. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment totaling $18,983.30.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members receive and file the City Manager’s Report
listing ratified contracts and purchases from June to Ju 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members award a contract and approve an agreement
with Icon West, Inc. (Contractor). (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Award contract and approve agreement
not to exceed $39,063,518; and
2. Authorize an additional City-controlled
ten percent (10%) contingency of
$3,906,000 for a total project amount
not to exceed $42,969,518, per Bid No.
0187 (General Fund).
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of an outstand invoice to Hadronex, Inc. dba Smartcover Systems (Hadronex) for sewer monitoring services rendered from January 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025. (Sewer Fund) Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment for $37,475.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members adopt a resolution amending the Year (FY) 2024-2025 Budget for adjusting Water Main Replacement Phase 5 Project Accounts.
Recommendation:
1. Adopt resolution.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing to consider Zoning Code
Amendment No. 25-00001 (ZCA25-00001) to modify
miscellaneous regulations in Chapter 12 of the Inglew
Municipal Code related to Accessory Dwelling Units,
Fence Regulations, and Public Art Review, Citywide.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for September 9,
2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing for conduit financing for 304 E
Spruce St, LP (Borrower), for the construction of a 60- unit affordable rental housing project located at 411 E.
Kelso Street Inglewood, CA 90301.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025,
at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members introduce and adopt an ordinance approving
the secured property tax rate for the fiscal year beginn October 1, 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Motion to waive further reading;
2. Introduce ordinance;
3. Motion to waive further reading; and
4. Adopt ordinance.
Documents:
A-1. Report on Closed Session Item(s)
A-2. Oral reports – City Attorney
CM-1. Oral reports – City Manager.
CC-1. Oral reports – City Clerk
Initiative by Mayor James T. Butts, Jr., recommending the City Council Members approve a one (1)- year renewal agreement with Generation Connect for the administration of a program that prov technology support, online educational services, and common interest bonding opportunities b Inglewood-area seasoned adults, aged 50 years and older, and Inglewood-area high school teens. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve renewal agreement not to exceed $60,000.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Chairman and Housing Authority Members authorize the Executive Director to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Infrastructure Funding Agre and Other Shared Costs Budgets with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) f resource sharing and joint infrastructure cost funding in connection to the One Stop Business a Career Center.
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the Executive Director to execute MOU.
Documents:
H-
SPH-1.
HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
Staff report requesting the Chairman and Housing Authority Members set a public hearing to c the Inglewood Housing Authority’s (IHA) 5-Year Plan for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2029 and Annual Plan for FY 2025-2026 and related certifications.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
CLOSED SESSION – 1:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
OPENING CEREMONIES – 2:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority on any item on the agendas, other than the Public Hearings, may do so at this time.
WARRANTS AND BILLS
1, CSA-1 & H-1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-1.PDF
PH-2. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-2.PDF
CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless called upon by a Council Member, these items will be acted upon as a whole.
2. CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
3. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
3.PDF
4. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
4.PDF
5. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
5.PDF
6. LIBRARY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
6.PDF
7. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
7.PDF
8. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
8.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
SPH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
SPH -1.PDF
SPH-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
SPH -2.PDF
ORDINANCES
O-1. FINANCE DEPARTMENT
O-1.PDF
REPORTS – CITY ATTORNEY
REPORTS – CITY MANAGER
REPORTS – CITY CLERK
COUNCIL INITIATIVE
CI-1. MAYORAL
CI-1.PDF
INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
CSA-1, 1, H-1
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
H-1, 1 & CSA -1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
H-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
H-2.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
H-SPH -1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING OTHER MATTERS
Persons wishing to address the City Council on any matter connected with City business not elsewhere considered on the agenda may do so at this time. Persons with complaints regarding City management or departmental operations are requested to submit those complaints first to the City Manager for resolution.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REMARKS
The members of the City Council will provide oral reports, including reports on City related travels where lodging expenses are incurred, and/or address any matters they deem of general interest to the public.
ADJOURNMENT CITY COUNCIL
In the event that today’s meeting of the City Council is not held, or is concluded prior to a public hearing or other agenda item being considered, the public hearing or non-public hearing agenda item will automatically be continued to the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting.If you will require special accommodations, due to a disability, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at (310) 412-5280 or FAX (310) 412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301. All requests for special accommodations must be received 72 hours prior to the day of the Council Meetings.
* No Accompanying Staff Report at the Time of Printing ** Serves in that Capacity for Successor Agency, Housing Authority, Finance Authority, Parking Authority, and Joint Powers Authority
INGLEWOOD,
CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Closed Session – 1:00 p.m.
Open Session – 2:00 p.m.
Web Sites:
www.cityofinglewood.org
www.cityofinglewood.org/253/Successor-Agency
www.cityofinglewood.org/688/Housing-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/654/Finance-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/839/Parking-Authority
*****NOTE FROM THE CITY*****
Doors to the City Council Chamber will open at 12:40 p.m. for Closed Session and 1:30 p.m. for Open Ses Please be mindful that seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
ALTERNATIVE METHODS
The City provides the following two alternative methods of viewing and listening to the City Council Meeting a convenience:
¡ On Spectrum Cable Channel 35 with audio and limited video. Please check with your cable provider for details.
¡ Live online through Facebook Live, with audio and limited video, at https://www.facebook.com/cityofinglewood/
The disruption in service of any alternative method does not preclude the City Council or other legislative body further action on an agenda item.
Submitting Comments Prior to Public Meeting: Members of the public may choose to submit comments electronically for consideration by the City Council or other City Legislative Body by sending them to the City Clerk/Secretary at [email protected], and Deputy City Clerk at [email protected]. To ensure distribution to the members of the Legislative Body prior to consideration of the agenda, please submit comments prior to 8:00 a.m of the meeting, and in the body of the email, please identify the agenda number or subject matter. Corresponden indicate the meeting date and agenda item. Comments received after 8:00 a.m. and prior to the close of the publi will be made part of the official public record of the meeting. Contact the Office of the City Clerk at 310-412-5280 with any questions.
ACCESSIBILITY: If requested, the agenda and backup materials will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. Any person who requires a disability-related modification or accommodation, or translation services in order to observe and/or offer public comment may request such reasonable modification, accommodation, or service by contacting the Office of the City telephone at 310-412-5280, FAX at 310-412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301 or via email to [email protected] and [email protected] no later than 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting.
RULES OF DECORUM- Click Here to View
MAYOR/CHAIRMAN
James T. Butts, Jr.
COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY MEMBERS
Gloria D. Gray, District No. 1
Alex Padilla, District No. 2
Eloy Morales, Jr., District No. 3
Dionne Faulk, District No. 4
CITY CLERK/SECRETARY
Aisha L. Thompson
CITY TREASURER/TREASURER
Angela Allen
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Louis A. Atwell
CITY ATTORNEY/GENERAL COUNSEL
Rick R. Olivarez
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY
Call to Order
Roll Call
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council on the Closed Sessions item(s) may do so at this time.
CS-1. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Pin Re, LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02561.
CS-2. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Forum Entertainme LLC and Murphy’s Bowl LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02940.
CS-3. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Ha v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 23TRCV01220.
CS-4. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Se Electric v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 24STCV31032.
CS-5. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2); Worker’s Compensation Settlement Claim of Oscar Mejia: Claim Number 20-148373.
CS-6. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6; Name of Agency Negotiators: Jose O. Cortes, Senior Assistant City Manager, and Sylvia L. Fernandez, Human Resources Director; Name of Organization Representing Employees: Inglewood Management Employee Organization (IMEO).
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-00010 (SUP25-00010) to allow the modification of an existing special venue freeway sign on a C-3 (Heavy Commercial) Zoned Property at 8801 South La Cienega Boulevard.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission approval of SUP25-
00010; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-00010, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning
Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-
00013 (SUP25-00013) to allow the modification of an
existing special venue freeway sign on a C-2A (Airport
Commercial) Zoned Property at 11305 Prairie Avenue.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission
approval of SUP25-00013; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-
00013, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Letters from the City Attorney’s Office recommending the following:
A. Reject Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Cleveland Brown for alleged personal injury; unauthorized alteration of property on December 15, 2017.
2. Felix Espinosa for alleged property damage; IPD safety check on January 8, 2025.
3. Adrian Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/or near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
4. Alexander Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
5. Bryan Hand for alleged personal injury; ongoing stress from employment on January 14, 2025.
6. Richard Sanders III for alleged vehicle damage; pothole on May 8, 2025.
7. Natasha Williams for alleged vehicle damage; low driveway on May 13, 2025.
B. Return Late Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 911.2:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
2. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
C. Reject Amended Claim, referencing Government Code, Section 913:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
D. Reject Insufficient Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Kevin DeStefan for alleged personal injury; fell on spilled liquid (Inglewood Court House) on June 17, 2025.
2. Anthony Penn for alleged property damage; roots from City tree on not specified date.
E. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim under Government Code, Section 911.6:
1. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
Recommendation:
1. Reject Claims listed as A-1 through A-7;
2. Return Late Claims listed as B-1 and B-2;
3. Reject Amended Claim listed as C-1;
4. Reject Insufficient Claims listed D-1 and D-2; and
5. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim listed as E-1.
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members approve the Third Amendment to Exercise of Powers Agreement (Agreement) No. 20-031 to increase the annual assessment from $30,000 up to $40,000. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve the Third Amendment.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of outstanding invoices to Upright Production Rentals for the Annual Family Unity Day held on July 26, 2025. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment totaling $18,983.30.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members receive and file the City Manager’s Report
listing ratified contracts and purchases from June to Ju 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members award a contract and approve an agreement
with Icon West, Inc. (Contractor). (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Award contract and approve agreement
not to exceed $39,063,518; and
2. Authorize an additional City-controlled
ten percent (10%) contingency of
$3,906,000 for a total project amount
not to exceed $42,969,518, per Bid No.
0187 (General Fund).
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of an outstand invoice to Hadronex, Inc. dba Smartcover Systems (Hadronex) for sewer monitoring services rendered from January 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025. (Sewer Fund) Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment for $37,475.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members adopt a resolution amending the Year (FY) 2024-2025 Budget for adjusting Water Main Replacement Phase 5 Project Accounts.
Recommendation:
1. Adopt resolution.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing to consider Zoning Code
Amendment No. 25-00001 (ZCA25-00001) to modify
miscellaneous regulations in Chapter 12 of the Inglew
Municipal Code related to Accessory Dwelling Units,
Fence Regulations, and Public Art Review, Citywide.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for September 9,
2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing for conduit financing for 304 E
Spruce St, LP (Borrower), for the construction of a 60- unit affordable rental housing project located at 411 E.
Kelso Street Inglewood, CA 90301.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025,
at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members introduce and adopt an ordinance approving
the secured property tax rate for the fiscal year beginn October 1, 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Motion to waive further reading;
2. Introduce ordinance;
3. Motion to waive further reading; and
4. Adopt ordinance.
Documents:
A-1. Report on Closed Session Item(s)
A-2. Oral reports – City Attorney
CM-1. Oral reports – City Manager.
CC-1. Oral reports – City Clerk
Initiative by Mayor James T. Butts, Jr., recommending the City Council Members approve a one (1)- year renewal agreement with Generation Connect for the administration of a program that prov technology support, online educational services, and common interest bonding opportunities b Inglewood-area seasoned adults, aged 50 years and older, and Inglewood-area high school teens. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve renewal agreement not to exceed $60,000.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Chairman and Housing Authority Members authorize the Executive Director to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Infrastructure Funding Agre and Other Shared Costs Budgets with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) f resource sharing and joint infrastructure cost funding in connection to the One Stop Business a Career Center.
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the Executive Director to execute MOU.
Documents:
H-
SPH-1.
HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
Staff report requesting the Chairman and Housing Authority Members set a public hearing to c the Inglewood Housing Authority’s (IHA) 5-Year Plan for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2029 and Annual Plan for FY 2025-2026 and related certifications.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
CLOSED SESSION – 1:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
OPENING CEREMONIES – 2:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority on any item on the agendas, other than the Public Hearings, may do so at this time.
WARRANTS AND BILLS
1, CSA-1 & H-1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-1.PDF
PH-2. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-2.PDF
CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless called upon by a Council Member, these items will be acted upon as a whole.
2. CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
3. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
3.PDF
4. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
4.PDF
5. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
5.PDF
6. LIBRARY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
6.PDF
7. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
7.PDF
8. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
8.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
SPH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
SPH -1.PDF
SPH-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
SPH -2.PDF
ORDINANCES
O-1. FINANCE DEPARTMENT
O-1.PDF
REPORTS – CITY ATTORNEY
REPORTS – CITY MANAGER
REPORTS – CITY CLERK
COUNCIL INITIATIVE
CI-1. MAYORAL
CI-1.PDF
INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
CSA-1, 1, H-1
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
H-1, 1 & CSA -1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
H-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
H-2.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
H-SPH -1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING OTHER MATTERS
Persons wishing to address the City Council on any matter connected with City business not elsewhere considered on the agenda may do so at this time. Persons with complaints regarding City management or departmental operations are requested to submit those complaints first to the City Manager for resolution.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REMARKS
The members of the City Council will provide oral reports, including reports on City related travels where lodging expenses are incurred, and/or address any matters they deem of general interest to the public.
ADJOURNMENT CITY COUNCIL
In the event that today’s meeting of the City Council is not held, or is concluded prior to a public hearing or other agenda item being considered, the public hearing or non-public hearing agenda item will automatically be continued to the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting.If you will require special accommodations, due to a disability, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at (310) 412-5280 or FAX (310) 412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301. All requests for special accommodations must be received 72 hours prior to the day of the Council Meetings.
* No Accompanying Staff Report at the Time of Printing ** Serves in that Capacity for Successor Agency, Housing Authority, Finance Authority, Parking Authority, and Joint Powers Authority
INGLEWOOD,
CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Closed Session – 1:00 p.m.
Open Session – 2:00 p.m.
Web Sites:
www.cityofinglewood.org
www.cityofinglewood.org/253/Successor-Agency
www.cityofinglewood.org/688/Housing-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/654/Finance-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/839/Parking-Authority
*****NOTE FROM THE CITY*****
Doors to the City Council Chamber will open at 12:40 p.m. for Closed Session and 1:30 p.m. for Open Ses Please be mindful that seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
ALTERNATIVE METHODS
The City provides the following two alternative methods of viewing and listening to the City Council Meeting a convenience:
¡ On Spectrum Cable Channel 35 with audio and limited video. Please check with your cable provider for details.
¡ Live online through Facebook Live, with audio and limited video, at https://www.facebook.com/cityofinglewood/
The disruption in service of any alternative method does not preclude the City Council or other legislative body further action on an agenda item.
Submitting Comments Prior to Public Meeting: Members of the public may choose to submit comments electronically for consideration by the City Council or other City Legislative Body by sending them to the City Clerk/Secretary at [email protected], and Deputy City Clerk at [email protected]. To ensure distribution to the members of the Legislative Body prior to consideration of the agenda, please submit comments prior to 8:00 a.m of the meeting, and in the body of the email, please identify the agenda number or subject matter. Corresponden indicate the meeting date and agenda item. Comments received after 8:00 a.m. and prior to the close of the publi will be made part of the official public record of the meeting. Contact the Office of the City Clerk at 310-412-5280 with any questions.
ACCESSIBILITY: If requested, the agenda and backup materials will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. Any person who requires a disability-related modification or accommodation, or translation services in order to observe and/or offer public comment may request such reasonable modification, accommodation, or service by contacting the Office of the City telephone at 310-412-5280, FAX at 310-412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301 or via email to [email protected] and [email protected] no later than 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting.
RULES OF DECORUM- Click Here to View
MAYOR/CHAIRMAN
James T. Butts, Jr.
COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY MEMBERS
Gloria D. Gray, District No. 1
Alex Padilla, District No. 2
Eloy Morales, Jr., District No. 3
Dionne Faulk, District No. 4
CITY CLERK/SECRETARY
Aisha L. Thompson
CITY TREASURER/TREASURER
Angela Allen
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Louis A. Atwell
CITY ATTORNEY/GENERAL COUNSEL
Rick R. Olivarez
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY
Call to Order
Roll Call
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council on the Closed Sessions item(s) may do so at this time.
CS-1. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Pin Re, LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02561.
CS-2. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Forum Entertainme LLC and Murphy’s Bowl LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02940.
CS-3. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Ha v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 23TRCV01220.
CS-4. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Se Electric v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 24STCV31032.
CS-5. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2); Worker’s Compensation Settlement Claim of Oscar Mejia: Claim Number 20-148373.
CS-6. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6; Name of Agency Negotiators: Jose O. Cortes, Senior Assistant City Manager, and Sylvia L. Fernandez, Human Resources Director; Name of Organization Representing Employees: Inglewood Management Employee Organization (IMEO).
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-00010 (SUP25-00010) to allow the modification of an existing special venue freeway sign on a C-3 (Heavy Commercial) Zoned Property at 8801 South La Cienega Boulevard.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission approval of SUP25-
00010; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-00010, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning
Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-
00013 (SUP25-00013) to allow the modification of an
existing special venue freeway sign on a C-2A (Airport
Commercial) Zoned Property at 11305 Prairie Avenue.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission
approval of SUP25-00013; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-
00013, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Letters from the City Attorney’s Office recommending the following:
A. Reject Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Cleveland Brown for alleged personal injury; unauthorized alteration of property on December 15, 2017.
2. Felix Espinosa for alleged property damage; IPD safety check on January 8, 2025.
3. Adrian Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/or near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
4. Alexander Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
5. Bryan Hand for alleged personal injury; ongoing stress from employment on January 14, 2025.
6. Richard Sanders III for alleged vehicle damage; pothole on May 8, 2025.
7. Natasha Williams for alleged vehicle damage; low driveway on May 13, 2025.
B. Return Late Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 911.2:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
2. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
C. Reject Amended Claim, referencing Government Code, Section 913:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
D. Reject Insufficient Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Kevin DeStefan for alleged personal injury; fell on spilled liquid (Inglewood Court House) on June 17, 2025.
2. Anthony Penn for alleged property damage; roots from City tree on not specified date.
E. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim under Government Code, Section 911.6:
1. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
Recommendation:
1. Reject Claims listed as A-1 through A-7;
2. Return Late Claims listed as B-1 and B-2;
3. Reject Amended Claim listed as C-1;
4. Reject Insufficient Claims listed D-1 and D-2; and
5. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim listed as E-1.
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members approve the Third Amendment to Exercise of Powers Agreement (Agreement) No. 20-031 to increase the annual assessment from $30,000 up to $40,000. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve the Third Amendment.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of outstanding invoices to Upright Production Rentals for the Annual Family Unity Day held on July 26, 2025. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment totaling $18,983.30.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members receive and file the City Manager’s Report
listing ratified contracts and purchases from June to Ju 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members award a contract and approve an agreement
with Icon West, Inc. (Contractor). (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Award contract and approve agreement
not to exceed $39,063,518; and
2. Authorize an additional City-controlled
ten percent (10%) contingency of
$3,906,000 for a total project amount
not to exceed $42,969,518, per Bid No.
0187 (General Fund).
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of an outstand invoice to Hadronex, Inc. dba Smartcover Systems (Hadronex) for sewer monitoring services rendered from January 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025. (Sewer Fund) Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment for $37,475.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members adopt a resolution amending the Year (FY) 2024-2025 Budget for adjusting Water Main Replacement Phase 5 Project Accounts.
Recommendation:
1. Adopt resolution.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing to consider Zoning Code
Amendment No. 25-00001 (ZCA25-00001) to modify
miscellaneous regulations in Chapter 12 of the Inglew
Municipal Code related to Accessory Dwelling Units,
Fence Regulations, and Public Art Review, Citywide.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for September 9,
2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing for conduit financing for 304 E
Spruce St, LP (Borrower), for the construction of a 60- unit affordable rental housing project located at 411 E.
Kelso Street Inglewood, CA 90301.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025,
at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members introduce and adopt an ordinance approving
the secured property tax rate for the fiscal year beginn October 1, 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Motion to waive further reading;
2. Introduce ordinance;
3. Motion to waive further reading; and
4. Adopt ordinance.
Documents:
A-1. Report on Closed Session Item(s)
A-2. Oral reports – City Attorney
CM-1. Oral reports – City Manager.
CC-1. Oral reports – City Clerk
Initiative by Mayor James T. Butts, Jr., recommending the City Council Members approve a one (1)- year renewal agreement with Generation Connect for the administration of a program that prov technology support, online educational services, and common interest bonding opportunities b Inglewood-area seasoned adults, aged 50 years and older, and Inglewood-area high school teens. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve renewal agreement not to exceed $60,000.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Chairman and Housing Authority Members authorize the Executive Director to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Infrastructure Funding Agre and Other Shared Costs Budgets with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) f resource sharing and joint infrastructure cost funding in connection to the One Stop Business a Career Center.
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the Executive Director to execute MOU.
Documents:
H-
SPH-1.
HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
Staff report requesting the Chairman and Housing Authority Members set a public hearing to c the Inglewood Housing Authority’s (IHA) 5-Year Plan for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2029 and Annual Plan for FY 2025-2026 and related certifications.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
CLOSED SESSION – 1:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
OPENING CEREMONIES – 2:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority on any item on the agendas, other than the Public Hearings, may do so at this time.
WARRANTS AND BILLS
1, CSA-1 & H-1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-1.PDF
PH-2. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-2.PDF
CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless called upon by a Council Member, these items will be acted upon as a whole.
2. CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
3. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
3.PDF
4. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
4.PDF
5. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
5.PDF
6. LIBRARY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
6.PDF
7. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
7.PDF
8. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
8.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
SPH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
SPH -1.PDF
SPH-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
SPH -2.PDF
ORDINANCES
O-1. FINANCE DEPARTMENT
O-1.PDF
REPORTS – CITY ATTORNEY
REPORTS – CITY MANAGER
REPORTS – CITY CLERK
COUNCIL INITIATIVE
CI-1. MAYORAL
CI-1.PDF
INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
CSA-1, 1, H-1
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
H-1, 1 & CSA -1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
H-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
H-2.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
H-SPH -1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING OTHER MATTERS
Persons wishing to address the City Council on any matter connected with City business not elsewhere considered on the agenda may do so at this time. Persons with complaints regarding City management or departmental operations are requested to submit those complaints first to the City Manager for resolution.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REMARKS
The members of the City Council will provide oral reports, including reports on City related travels where lodging expenses are incurred, and/or address any matters they deem of general interest to the public.
ADJOURNMENT CITY COUNCIL
In the event that today’s meeting of the City Council is not held, or is concluded prior to a public hearing or other agenda item being considered, the public hearing or non-public hearing agenda item will automatically be continued to the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting.If you will require special accommodations, due to a disability, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at (310) 412-5280 or FAX (310) 412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301. All requests for special accommodations must be received 72 hours prior to the day of the Council Meetings.
* No Accompanying Staff Report at the Time of Printing ** Serves in that Capacity for Successor Agency, Housing Authority, Finance Authority, Parking Authority, and Joint Powers Authority
INGLEWOOD,
CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Closed Session – 1:00 p.m.
Open Session – 2:00 p.m.
Web Sites:
www.cityofinglewood.org
www.cityofinglewood.org/253/Successor-Agency
www.cityofinglewood.org/688/Housing-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/654/Finance-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/839/Parking-Authority
*****NOTE FROM THE CITY*****
Doors to the City Council Chamber will open at 12:40 p.m. for Closed Session and 1:30 p.m. for Open Ses Please be mindful that seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
ALTERNATIVE METHODS
The City provides the following two alternative methods of viewing and listening to the City Council Meeting a convenience:
¡ On Spectrum Cable Channel 35 with audio and limited video. Please check with your cable provider for details.
¡ Live online through Facebook Live, with audio and limited video, at https://www.facebook.com/cityofinglewood/
The disruption in service of any alternative method does not preclude the City Council or other legislative body further action on an agenda item.
Submitting Comments Prior to Public Meeting: Members of the public may choose to submit comments electronically for consideration by the City Council or other City Legislative Body by sending them to the City Clerk/Secretary at [email protected], and Deputy City Clerk at [email protected]. To ensure distribution to the members of the Legislative Body prior to consideration of the agenda, please submit comments prior to 8:00 a.m of the meeting, and in the body of the email, please identify the agenda number or subject matter. Corresponden indicate the meeting date and agenda item. Comments received after 8:00 a.m. and prior to the close of the publi will be made part of the official public record of the meeting. Contact the Office of the City Clerk at 310-412-5280 with any questions.
ACCESSIBILITY: If requested, the agenda and backup materials will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. Any person who requires a disability-related modification or accommodation, or translation services in order to observe and/or offer public comment may request such reasonable modification, accommodation, or service by contacting the Office of the City telephone at 310-412-5280, FAX at 310-412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301 or via email to [email protected] and [email protected] no later than 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting.
RULES OF DECORUM- Click Here to View
MAYOR/CHAIRMAN
James T. Butts, Jr.
COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY MEMBERS
Gloria D. Gray, District No. 1
Alex Padilla, District No. 2
Eloy Morales, Jr., District No. 3
Dionne Faulk, District No. 4
CITY CLERK/SECRETARY
Aisha L. Thompson
CITY TREASURER/TREASURER
Angela Allen
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Louis A. Atwell
CITY ATTORNEY/GENERAL COUNSEL
Rick R. Olivarez
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY
Call to Order
Roll Call
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council on the Closed Sessions item(s) may do so at this time.
CS-1. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Pin Re, LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02561.
CS-2. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Forum Entertainme LLC and Murphy’s Bowl LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02940.
CS-3. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Ha v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 23TRCV01220.
CS-4. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Se Electric v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 24STCV31032.
CS-5. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2); Worker’s Compensation Settlement Claim of Oscar Mejia: Claim Number 20-148373.
CS-6. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6; Name of Agency Negotiators: Jose O. Cortes, Senior Assistant City Manager, and Sylvia L. Fernandez, Human Resources Director; Name of Organization Representing Employees: Inglewood Management Employee Organization (IMEO).
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-00010 (SUP25-00010) to allow the modification of an existing special venue freeway sign on a C-3 (Heavy Commercial) Zoned Property at 8801 South La Cienega Boulevard.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission approval of SUP25-
00010; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-00010, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning
Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-
00013 (SUP25-00013) to allow the modification of an
existing special venue freeway sign on a C-2A (Airport
Commercial) Zoned Property at 11305 Prairie Avenue.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission
approval of SUP25-00013; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-
00013, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Letters from the City Attorney’s Office recommending the following:
A. Reject Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Cleveland Brown for alleged personal injury; unauthorized alteration of property on December 15, 2017.
2. Felix Espinosa for alleged property damage; IPD safety check on January 8, 2025.
3. Adrian Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/or near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
4. Alexander Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
5. Bryan Hand for alleged personal injury; ongoing stress from employment on January 14, 2025.
6. Richard Sanders III for alleged vehicle damage; pothole on May 8, 2025.
7. Natasha Williams for alleged vehicle damage; low driveway on May 13, 2025.
B. Return Late Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 911.2:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
2. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
C. Reject Amended Claim, referencing Government Code, Section 913:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
D. Reject Insufficient Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Kevin DeStefan for alleged personal injury; fell on spilled liquid (Inglewood Court House) on June 17, 2025.
2. Anthony Penn for alleged property damage; roots from City tree on not specified date.
E. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim under Government Code, Section 911.6:
1. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
Recommendation:
1. Reject Claims listed as A-1 through A-7;
2. Return Late Claims listed as B-1 and B-2;
3. Reject Amended Claim listed as C-1;
4. Reject Insufficient Claims listed D-1 and D-2; and
5. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim listed as E-1.
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members approve the Third Amendment to Exercise of Powers Agreement (Agreement) No. 20-031 to increase the annual assessment from $30,000 up to $40,000. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve the Third Amendment.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of outstanding invoices to Upright Production Rentals for the Annual Family Unity Day held on July 26, 2025. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment totaling $18,983.30.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members receive and file the City Manager’s Report
listing ratified contracts and purchases from June to Ju 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members award a contract and approve an agreement
with Icon West, Inc. (Contractor). (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Award contract and approve agreement
not to exceed $39,063,518; and
2. Authorize an additional City-controlled
ten percent (10%) contingency of
$3,906,000 for a total project amount
not to exceed $42,969,518, per Bid No.
0187 (General Fund).
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of an outstand invoice to Hadronex, Inc. dba Smartcover Systems (Hadronex) for sewer monitoring services rendered from January 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025. (Sewer Fund) Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment for $37,475.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members adopt a resolution amending the Year (FY) 2024-2025 Budget for adjusting Water Main Replacement Phase 5 Project Accounts.
Recommendation:
1. Adopt resolution.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing to consider Zoning Code
Amendment No. 25-00001 (ZCA25-00001) to modify
miscellaneous regulations in Chapter 12 of the Inglew
Municipal Code related to Accessory Dwelling Units,
Fence Regulations, and Public Art Review, Citywide.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for September 9,
2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing for conduit financing for 304 E
Spruce St, LP (Borrower), for the construction of a 60- unit affordable rental housing project located at 411 E.
Kelso Street Inglewood, CA 90301.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025,
at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members introduce and adopt an ordinance approving
the secured property tax rate for the fiscal year beginn October 1, 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Motion to waive further reading;
2. Introduce ordinance;
3. Motion to waive further reading; and
4. Adopt ordinance.
Documents:
A-1. Report on Closed Session Item(s)
A-2. Oral reports – City Attorney
CM-1. Oral reports – City Manager.
CC-1. Oral reports – City Clerk
Initiative by Mayor James T. Butts, Jr., recommending the City Council Members approve a one (1)- year renewal agreement with Generation Connect for the administration of a program that prov technology support, online educational services, and common interest bonding opportunities b Inglewood-area seasoned adults, aged 50 years and older, and Inglewood-area high school teens. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve renewal agreement not to exceed $60,000.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Chairman and Housing Authority Members authorize the Executive Director to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Infrastructure Funding Agre and Other Shared Costs Budgets with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) f resource sharing and joint infrastructure cost funding in connection to the One Stop Business a Career Center.
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the Executive Director to execute MOU.
Documents:
H-
SPH-1.
HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
Staff report requesting the Chairman and Housing Authority Members set a public hearing to c the Inglewood Housing Authority’s (IHA) 5-Year Plan for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2029 and Annual Plan for FY 2025-2026 and related certifications.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
CLOSED SESSION – 1:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
OPENING CEREMONIES – 2:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority on any item on the agendas, other than the Public Hearings, may do so at this time.
WARRANTS AND BILLS
1, CSA-1 & H-1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-1.PDF
PH-2. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-2.PDF
CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless called upon by a Council Member, these items will be acted upon as a whole.
2. CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
3. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
3.PDF
4. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
4.PDF
5. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
5.PDF
6. LIBRARY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
6.PDF
7. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
7.PDF
8. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
8.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
SPH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
SPH -1.PDF
SPH-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
SPH -2.PDF
ORDINANCES
O-1. FINANCE DEPARTMENT
O-1.PDF
REPORTS – CITY ATTORNEY
REPORTS – CITY MANAGER
REPORTS – CITY CLERK
COUNCIL INITIATIVE
CI-1. MAYORAL
CI-1.PDF
INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
CSA-1, 1, H-1
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
H-1, 1 & CSA -1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
H-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
H-2.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
H-SPH -1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING OTHER MATTERS
Persons wishing to address the City Council on any matter connected with City business not elsewhere considered on the agenda may do so at this time. Persons with complaints regarding City management or departmental operations are requested to submit those complaints first to the City Manager for resolution.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REMARKS
The members of the City Council will provide oral reports, including reports on City related travels where lodging expenses are incurred, and/or address any matters they deem of general interest to the public.
ADJOURNMENT CITY COUNCIL
In the event that today’s meeting of the City Council is not held, or is concluded prior to a public hearing or other agenda item being considered, the public hearing or non-public hearing agenda item will automatically be continued to the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting.If you will require special accommodations, due to a disability, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at (310) 412-5280 or FAX (310) 412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301. All requests for special accommodations must be received 72 hours prior to the day of the Council Meetings.
* No Accompanying Staff Report at the Time of Printing ** Serves in that Capacity for Successor Agency, Housing Authority, Finance Authority, Parking Authority, and Joint Powers Authority
INGLEWOOD,
CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Closed Session – 1:00 p.m.
Open Session – 2:00 p.m.
Web Sites:
www.cityofinglewood.org
www.cityofinglewood.org/253/Successor-Agency
www.cityofinglewood.org/688/Housing-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/654/Finance-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/839/Parking-Authority
*****NOTE FROM THE CITY*****
Doors to the City Council Chamber will open at 12:40 p.m. for Closed Session and 1:30 p.m. for Open Ses Please be mindful that seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
ALTERNATIVE METHODS
The City provides the following two alternative methods of viewing and listening to the City Council Meeting a convenience:
¡ On Spectrum Cable Channel 35 with audio and limited video. Please check with your cable provider for details.
¡ Live online through Facebook Live, with audio and limited video, at https://www.facebook.com/cityofinglewood/
The disruption in service of any alternative method does not preclude the City Council or other legislative body further action on an agenda item.
Submitting Comments Prior to Public Meeting: Members of the public may choose to submit comments electronically for consideration by the City Council or other City Legislative Body by sending them to the City Clerk/Secretary at [email protected], and Deputy City Clerk at [email protected]. To ensure distribution to the members of the Legislative Body prior to consideration of the agenda, please submit comments prior to 8:00 a.m of the meeting, and in the body of the email, please identify the agenda number or subject matter. Corresponden indicate the meeting date and agenda item. Comments received after 8:00 a.m. and prior to the close of the publi will be made part of the official public record of the meeting. Contact the Office of the City Clerk at 310-412-5280 with any questions.
ACCESSIBILITY: If requested, the agenda and backup materials will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. Any person who requires a disability-related modification or accommodation, or translation services in order to observe and/or offer public comment may request such reasonable modification, accommodation, or service by contacting the Office of the City telephone at 310-412-5280, FAX at 310-412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301 or via email to [email protected] and [email protected] no later than 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting.
RULES OF DECORUM- Click Here to View
MAYOR/CHAIRMAN
James T. Butts, Jr.
COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY MEMBERS
Gloria D. Gray, District No. 1
Alex Padilla, District No. 2
Eloy Morales, Jr., District No. 3
Dionne Faulk, District No. 4
CITY CLERK/SECRETARY
Aisha L. Thompson
CITY TREASURER/TREASURER
Angela Allen
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Louis A. Atwell
CITY ATTORNEY/GENERAL COUNSEL
Rick R. Olivarez
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY
Call to Order
Roll Call
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council on the Closed Sessions item(s) may do so at this time.
CS-1. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Pin Re, LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02561.
CS-2. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Forum Entertainme LLC and Murphy’s Bowl LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02940.
CS-3. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Ha v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 23TRCV01220.
CS-4. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Se Electric v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 24STCV31032.
CS-5. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2); Worker’s Compensation Settlement Claim of Oscar Mejia: Claim Number 20-148373.
CS-6. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6; Name of Agency Negotiators: Jose O. Cortes, Senior Assistant City Manager, and Sylvia L. Fernandez, Human Resources Director; Name of Organization Representing Employees: Inglewood Management Employee Organization (IMEO).
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-00010 (SUP25-00010) to allow the modification of an existing special venue freeway sign on a C-3 (Heavy Commercial) Zoned Property at 8801 South La Cienega Boulevard.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission approval of SUP25-
00010; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-00010, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning
Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-
00013 (SUP25-00013) to allow the modification of an
existing special venue freeway sign on a C-2A (Airport
Commercial) Zoned Property at 11305 Prairie Avenue.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission
approval of SUP25-00013; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-
00013, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Letters from the City Attorney’s Office recommending the following:
A. Reject Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Cleveland Brown for alleged personal injury; unauthorized alteration of property on December 15, 2017.
2. Felix Espinosa for alleged property damage; IPD safety check on January 8, 2025.
3. Adrian Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/or near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
4. Alexander Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
5. Bryan Hand for alleged personal injury; ongoing stress from employment on January 14, 2025.
6. Richard Sanders III for alleged vehicle damage; pothole on May 8, 2025.
7. Natasha Williams for alleged vehicle damage; low driveway on May 13, 2025.
B. Return Late Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 911.2:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
2. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
C. Reject Amended Claim, referencing Government Code, Section 913:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
D. Reject Insufficient Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Kevin DeStefan for alleged personal injury; fell on spilled liquid (Inglewood Court House) on June 17, 2025.
2. Anthony Penn for alleged property damage; roots from City tree on not specified date.
E. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim under Government Code, Section 911.6:
1. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
Recommendation:
1. Reject Claims listed as A-1 through A-7;
2. Return Late Claims listed as B-1 and B-2;
3. Reject Amended Claim listed as C-1;
4. Reject Insufficient Claims listed D-1 and D-2; and
5. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim listed as E-1.
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members approve the Third Amendment to Exercise of Powers Agreement (Agreement) No. 20-031 to increase the annual assessment from $30,000 up to $40,000. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve the Third Amendment.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of outstanding invoices to Upright Production Rentals for the Annual Family Unity Day held on July 26, 2025. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment totaling $18,983.30.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members receive and file the City Manager’s Report
listing ratified contracts and purchases from June to Ju 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members award a contract and approve an agreement
with Icon West, Inc. (Contractor). (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Award contract and approve agreement
not to exceed $39,063,518; and
2. Authorize an additional City-controlled
ten percent (10%) contingency of
$3,906,000 for a total project amount
not to exceed $42,969,518, per Bid No.
0187 (General Fund).
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of an outstand invoice to Hadronex, Inc. dba Smartcover Systems (Hadronex) for sewer monitoring services rendered from January 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025. (Sewer Fund) Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment for $37,475.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members adopt a resolution amending the Year (FY) 2024-2025 Budget for adjusting Water Main Replacement Phase 5 Project Accounts.
Recommendation:
1. Adopt resolution.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing to consider Zoning Code
Amendment No. 25-00001 (ZCA25-00001) to modify
miscellaneous regulations in Chapter 12 of the Inglew
Municipal Code related to Accessory Dwelling Units,
Fence Regulations, and Public Art Review, Citywide.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for September 9,
2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing for conduit financing for 304 E
Spruce St, LP (Borrower), for the construction of a 60- unit affordable rental housing project located at 411 E.
Kelso Street Inglewood, CA 90301.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025,
at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members introduce and adopt an ordinance approving
the secured property tax rate for the fiscal year beginn October 1, 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Motion to waive further reading;
2. Introduce ordinance;
3. Motion to waive further reading; and
4. Adopt ordinance.
Documents:
A-1. Report on Closed Session Item(s)
A-2. Oral reports – City Attorney
CM-1. Oral reports – City Manager.
CC-1. Oral reports – City Clerk
Initiative by Mayor James T. Butts, Jr., recommending the City Council Members approve a one (1)- year renewal agreement with Generation Connect for the administration of a program that prov technology support, online educational services, and common interest bonding opportunities b Inglewood-area seasoned adults, aged 50 years and older, and Inglewood-area high school teens. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve renewal agreement not to exceed $60,000.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Chairman and Housing Authority Members authorize the Executive Director to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Infrastructure Funding Agre and Other Shared Costs Budgets with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) f resource sharing and joint infrastructure cost funding in connection to the One Stop Business a Career Center.
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the Executive Director to execute MOU.
Documents:
H-
SPH-1.
HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
Staff report requesting the Chairman and Housing Authority Members set a public hearing to c the Inglewood Housing Authority’s (IHA) 5-Year Plan for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2029 and Annual Plan for FY 2025-2026 and related certifications.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
CLOSED SESSION – 1:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
OPENING CEREMONIES – 2:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority on any item on the agendas, other than the Public Hearings, may do so at this time.
WARRANTS AND BILLS
1, CSA-1 & H-1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-1.PDF
PH-2. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-2.PDF
CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless called upon by a Council Member, these items will be acted upon as a whole.
2. CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
3. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
3.PDF
4. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
4.PDF
5. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
5.PDF
6. LIBRARY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
6.PDF
7. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
7.PDF
8. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
8.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
SPH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
SPH -1.PDF
SPH-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
SPH -2.PDF
ORDINANCES
O-1. FINANCE DEPARTMENT
O-1.PDF
REPORTS – CITY ATTORNEY
REPORTS – CITY MANAGER
REPORTS – CITY CLERK
COUNCIL INITIATIVE
CI-1. MAYORAL
CI-1.PDF
INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
CSA-1, 1, H-1
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
H-1, 1 & CSA -1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
H-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
H-2.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
H-SPH -1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING OTHER MATTERS
Persons wishing to address the City Council on any matter connected with City business not elsewhere considered on the agenda may do so at this time. Persons with complaints regarding City management or departmental operations are requested to submit those complaints first to the City Manager for resolution.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REMARKS
The members of the City Council will provide oral reports, including reports on City related travels where lodging expenses are incurred, and/or address any matters they deem of general interest to the public.
ADJOURNMENT CITY COUNCIL
In the event that today’s meeting of the City Council is not held, or is concluded prior to a public hearing or other agenda item being considered, the public hearing or non-public hearing agenda item will automatically be continued to the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting.If you will require special accommodations, due to a disability, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at (310) 412-5280 or FAX (310) 412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301. All requests for special accommodations must be received 72 hours prior to the day of the Council Meetings.
* No Accompanying Staff Report at the Time of Printing ** Serves in that Capacity for Successor Agency, Housing Authority, Finance Authority, Parking Authority, and Joint Powers Authority
INGLEWOOD,
CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Closed Session – 1:00 p.m.
Open Session – 2:00 p.m.
Web Sites:
www.cityofinglewood.org
www.cityofinglewood.org/253/Successor-Agency
www.cityofinglewood.org/688/Housing-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/654/Finance-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/839/Parking-Authority
*****NOTE FROM THE CITY*****
Doors to the City Council Chamber will open at 12:40 p.m. for Closed Session and 1:30 p.m. for Open Ses Please be mindful that seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
ALTERNATIVE METHODS
The City provides the following two alternative methods of viewing and listening to the City Council Meeting a convenience:
¡ On Spectrum Cable Channel 35 with audio and limited video. Please check with your cable provider for details.
¡ Live online through Facebook Live, with audio and limited video, at https://www.facebook.com/cityofinglewood/
The disruption in service of any alternative method does not preclude the City Council or other legislative body further action on an agenda item.
Submitting Comments Prior to Public Meeting: Members of the public may choose to submit comments electronically for consideration by the City Council or other City Legislative Body by sending them to the City Clerk/Secretary at [email protected], and Deputy City Clerk at [email protected]. To ensure distribution to the members of the Legislative Body prior to consideration of the agenda, please submit comments prior to 8:00 a.m of the meeting, and in the body of the email, please identify the agenda number or subject matter. Corresponden indicate the meeting date and agenda item. Comments received after 8:00 a.m. and prior to the close of the publi will be made part of the official public record of the meeting. Contact the Office of the City Clerk at 310-412-5280 with any questions.
ACCESSIBILITY: If requested, the agenda and backup materials will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. Any person who requires a disability-related modification or accommodation, or translation services in order to observe and/or offer public comment may request such reasonable modification, accommodation, or service by contacting the Office of the City telephone at 310-412-5280, FAX at 310-412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301 or via email to [email protected] and [email protected] no later than 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting.
RULES OF DECORUM- Click Here to View
MAYOR/CHAIRMAN
James T. Butts, Jr.
COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY MEMBERS
Gloria D. Gray, District No. 1
Alex Padilla, District No. 2
Eloy Morales, Jr., District No. 3
Dionne Faulk, District No. 4
CITY CLERK/SECRETARY
Aisha L. Thompson
CITY TREASURER/TREASURER
Angela Allen
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Louis A. Atwell
CITY ATTORNEY/GENERAL COUNSEL
Rick R. Olivarez
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY
Call to Order
Roll Call
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council on the Closed Sessions item(s) may do so at this time.
CS-1. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Pin Re, LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02561.
CS-2. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Forum Entertainme LLC and Murphy’s Bowl LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02940.
CS-3. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Ha v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 23TRCV01220.
CS-4. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Se Electric v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 24STCV31032.
CS-5. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2); Worker’s Compensation Settlement Claim of Oscar Mejia: Claim Number 20-148373.
CS-6. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6; Name of Agency Negotiators: Jose O. Cortes, Senior Assistant City Manager, and Sylvia L. Fernandez, Human Resources Director; Name of Organization Representing Employees: Inglewood Management Employee Organization (IMEO).
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-00010 (SUP25-00010) to allow the modification of an existing special venue freeway sign on a C-3 (Heavy Commercial) Zoned Property at 8801 South La Cienega Boulevard.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission approval of SUP25-
00010; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-00010, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning
Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-
00013 (SUP25-00013) to allow the modification of an
existing special venue freeway sign on a C-2A (Airport
Commercial) Zoned Property at 11305 Prairie Avenue.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission
approval of SUP25-00013; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-
00013, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Letters from the City Attorney’s Office recommending the following:
A. Reject Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Cleveland Brown for alleged personal injury; unauthorized alteration of property on December 15, 2017.
2. Felix Espinosa for alleged property damage; IPD safety check on January 8, 2025.
3. Adrian Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/or near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
4. Alexander Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
5. Bryan Hand for alleged personal injury; ongoing stress from employment on January 14, 2025.
6. Richard Sanders III for alleged vehicle damage; pothole on May 8, 2025.
7. Natasha Williams for alleged vehicle damage; low driveway on May 13, 2025.
B. Return Late Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 911.2:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
2. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
C. Reject Amended Claim, referencing Government Code, Section 913:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
D. Reject Insufficient Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Kevin DeStefan for alleged personal injury; fell on spilled liquid (Inglewood Court House) on June 17, 2025.
2. Anthony Penn for alleged property damage; roots from City tree on not specified date.
E. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim under Government Code, Section 911.6:
1. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
Recommendation:
1. Reject Claims listed as A-1 through A-7;
2. Return Late Claims listed as B-1 and B-2;
3. Reject Amended Claim listed as C-1;
4. Reject Insufficient Claims listed D-1 and D-2; and
5. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim listed as E-1.
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members approve the Third Amendment to Exercise of Powers Agreement (Agreement) No. 20-031 to increase the annual assessment from $30,000 up to $40,000. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve the Third Amendment.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of outstanding invoices to Upright Production Rentals for the Annual Family Unity Day held on July 26, 2025. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment totaling $18,983.30.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members receive and file the City Manager’s Report
listing ratified contracts and purchases from June to Ju 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members award a contract and approve an agreement
with Icon West, Inc. (Contractor). (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Award contract and approve agreement
not to exceed $39,063,518; and
2. Authorize an additional City-controlled
ten percent (10%) contingency of
$3,906,000 for a total project amount
not to exceed $42,969,518, per Bid No.
0187 (General Fund).
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of an outstand invoice to Hadronex, Inc. dba Smartcover Systems (Hadronex) for sewer monitoring services rendered from January 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025. (Sewer Fund) Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment for $37,475.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members adopt a resolution amending the Year (FY) 2024-2025 Budget for adjusting Water Main Replacement Phase 5 Project Accounts.
Recommendation:
1. Adopt resolution.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing to consider Zoning Code
Amendment No. 25-00001 (ZCA25-00001) to modify
miscellaneous regulations in Chapter 12 of the Inglew
Municipal Code related to Accessory Dwelling Units,
Fence Regulations, and Public Art Review, Citywide.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for September 9,
2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing for conduit financing for 304 E
Spruce St, LP (Borrower), for the construction of a 60- unit affordable rental housing project located at 411 E.
Kelso Street Inglewood, CA 90301.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025,
at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members introduce and adopt an ordinance approving
the secured property tax rate for the fiscal year beginn October 1, 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Motion to waive further reading;
2. Introduce ordinance;
3. Motion to waive further reading; and
4. Adopt ordinance.
Documents:
A-1. Report on Closed Session Item(s)
A-2. Oral reports – City Attorney
CM-1. Oral reports – City Manager.
CC-1. Oral reports – City Clerk
Initiative by Mayor James T. Butts, Jr., recommending the City Council Members approve a one (1)- year renewal agreement with Generation Connect for the administration of a program that prov technology support, online educational services, and common interest bonding opportunities b Inglewood-area seasoned adults, aged 50 years and older, and Inglewood-area high school teens. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve renewal agreement not to exceed $60,000.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Chairman and Housing Authority Members authorize the Executive Director to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Infrastructure Funding Agre and Other Shared Costs Budgets with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) f resource sharing and joint infrastructure cost funding in connection to the One Stop Business a Career Center.
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the Executive Director to execute MOU.
Documents:
H-
SPH-1.
HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
Staff report requesting the Chairman and Housing Authority Members set a public hearing to c the Inglewood Housing Authority’s (IHA) 5-Year Plan for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2029 and Annual Plan for FY 2025-2026 and related certifications.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
CLOSED SESSION – 1:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
OPENING CEREMONIES – 2:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority on any item on the agendas, other than the Public Hearings, may do so at this time.
WARRANTS AND BILLS
1, CSA-1 & H-1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-1.PDF
PH-2. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-2.PDF
CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless called upon by a Council Member, these items will be acted upon as a whole.
2. CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
3. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
3.PDF
4. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
4.PDF
5. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
5.PDF
6. LIBRARY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
6.PDF
7. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
7.PDF
8. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
8.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
SPH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
SPH -1.PDF
SPH-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
SPH -2.PDF
ORDINANCES
O-1. FINANCE DEPARTMENT
O-1.PDF
REPORTS – CITY ATTORNEY
REPORTS – CITY MANAGER
REPORTS – CITY CLERK
COUNCIL INITIATIVE
CI-1. MAYORAL
CI-1.PDF
INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
CSA-1, 1, H-1
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
H-1, 1 & CSA -1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
H-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
H-2.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
H-SPH -1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING OTHER MATTERS
Persons wishing to address the City Council on any matter connected with City business not elsewhere considered on the agenda may do so at this time. Persons with complaints regarding City management or departmental operations are requested to submit those complaints first to the City Manager for resolution.
MAYOR AND COUNCIL REMARKS
The members of the City Council will provide oral reports, including reports on City related travels where lodging expenses are incurred, and/or address any matters they deem of general interest to the public.
ADJOURNMENT CITY COUNCIL
In the event that today’s meeting of the City Council is not held, or is concluded prior to a public hearing or other agenda item being considered, the public hearing or non-public hearing agenda item will automatically be continued to the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting.If you will require special accommodations, due to a disability, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at (310) 412-5280 or FAX (310) 412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301. All requests for special accommodations must be received 72 hours prior to the day of the Council Meetings.
* No Accompanying Staff Report at the Time of Printing ** Serves in that Capacity for Successor Agency, Housing Authority, Finance Authority, Parking Authority, and Joint Powers Authority
INGLEWOOD,
CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Closed Session – 1:00 p.m.
Open Session – 2:00 p.m.
Web Sites:
www.cityofinglewood.org
www.cityofinglewood.org/253/Successor-Agency
www.cityofinglewood.org/688/Housing-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/654/Finance-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/839/Parking-Authority
*****NOTE FROM THE CITY*****
Doors to the City Council Chamber will open at 12:40 p.m. for Closed Session and 1:30 p.m. for Open Ses Please be mindful that seating is limited and available on a first come, first served basis.
ALTERNATIVE METHODS
The City provides the following two alternative methods of viewing and listening to the City Council Meeting a convenience:
¡ On Spectrum Cable Channel 35 with audio and limited video. Please check with your cable provider for details.
¡ Live online through Facebook Live, with audio and limited video, at https://www.facebook.com/cityofinglewood/
The disruption in service of any alternative method does not preclude the City Council or other legislative body further action on an agenda item.
Submitting Comments Prior to Public Meeting: Members of the public may choose to submit comments electronically for consideration by the City Council or other City Legislative Body by sending them to the City Clerk/Secretary at [email protected], and Deputy City Clerk at [email protected]. To ensure distribution to the members of the Legislative Body prior to consideration of the agenda, please submit comments prior to 8:00 a.m of the meeting, and in the body of the email, please identify the agenda number or subject matter. Corresponden indicate the meeting date and agenda item. Comments received after 8:00 a.m. and prior to the close of the publi will be made part of the official public record of the meeting. Contact the Office of the City Clerk at 310-412-5280 with any questions.
ACCESSIBILITY: If requested, the agenda and backup materials will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 ( Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. Any person who requires a disability-related modification or accommodation, or translation services in order to observe and/or offer public comment may request such reasonable modification, accommodation, or service by contacting the Office of the City telephone at 310-412-5280, FAX at 310-412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301 or via email to [email protected] and [email protected] no later than 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting.
RULES OF DECORUM- Click Here to View
MAYOR/CHAIRMAN
James T. Butts, Jr.
COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY MEMBERS
Gloria D. Gray, District No. 1
Alex Padilla, District No. 2
Eloy Morales, Jr., District No. 3
Dionne Faulk, District No. 4
CITY CLERK/SECRETARY
Aisha L. Thompson
CITY TREASURER/TREASURER
Angela Allen
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Louis A. Atwell
CITY ATTORNEY/GENERAL COUNSEL
Rick R. Olivarez
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY
Call to Order
Roll Call
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council on the Closed Sessions item(s) may do so at this time.
CS-1. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Pin Re, LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02561.
CS-2. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Forum Entertainme LLC and Murphy’s Bowl LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02940.
CS-3. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Ha v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 23TRCV01220.
CS-4. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Se Electric v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 24STCV31032.
CS-5. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2); Worker’s Compensation Settlement Claim of Oscar Mejia: Claim Number 20-148373.
CS-6. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6; Name of Agency Negotiators: Jose O. Cortes, Senior Assistant City Manager, and Sylvia L. Fernandez, Human Resources Director; Name of Organization Representing Employees: Inglewood Management Employee Organization (IMEO).
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-00010 (SUP25-00010) to allow the modification of an existing special venue freeway sign on a C-3 (Heavy Commercial) Zoned Property at 8801 South La Cienega Boulevard.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission approval of SUP25-
00010; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-00010, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning
Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-
00013 (SUP25-00013) to allow the modification of an
existing special venue freeway sign on a C-2A (Airport
Commercial) Zoned Property at 11305 Prairie Avenue.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission
approval of SUP25-00013; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-
00013, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Letters from the City Attorney’s Office recommending the following:
A. Reject Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Cleveland Brown for alleged personal injury; unauthorized alteration of property on December 15, 2017.
2. Felix Espinosa for alleged property damage; IPD safety check on January 8, 2025.
3. Adrian Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/or near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
4. Alexander Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
5. Bryan Hand for alleged personal injury; ongoing stress from employment on January 14, 2025.
6. Richard Sanders III for alleged vehicle damage; pothole on May 8, 2025.
7. Natasha Williams for alleged vehicle damage; low driveway on May 13, 2025.
B. Return Late Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 911.2:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
2. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
C. Reject Amended Claim, referencing Government Code, Section 913:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
D. Reject Insufficient Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Kevin DeStefan for alleged personal injury; fell on spilled liquid (Inglewood Court House) on June 17, 2025.
2. Anthony Penn for alleged property damage; roots from City tree on not specified date.
E. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim under Government Code, Section 911.6:
1. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
Recommendation:
1. Reject Claims listed as A-1 through A-7;
2. Return Late Claims listed as B-1 and B-2;
3. Reject Amended Claim listed as C-1;
4. Reject Insufficient Claims listed D-1 and D-2; and
5. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim listed as E-1.
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members approve the Third Amendment to Exercise of Powers Agreement (Agreement) No. 20-031 to increase the annual assessment from $30,000 up to $40,000. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve the Third Amendment.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of outstanding invoices to Upright Production Rentals for the Annual Family Unity Day held on July 26, 2025. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment totaling $18,983.30.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members receive and file the City Manager’s Report
listing ratified contracts and purchases from June to Ju 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members award a contract and approve an agreement
with Icon West, Inc. (Contractor). (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Award contract and approve agreement
not to exceed $39,063,518; and
2. Authorize an additional City-controlled
ten percent (10%) contingency of
$3,906,000 for a total project amount
not to exceed $42,969,518, per Bid No.
0187 (General Fund).
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of an outstand invoice to Hadronex, Inc. dba Smartcover Systems (Hadronex) for sewer monitoring services rendered from January 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025. (Sewer Fund) Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment for $37,475.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members adopt a resolution amending the Year (FY) 2024-2025 Budget for adjusting Water Main Replacement Phase 5 Project Accounts.
Recommendation:
1. Adopt resolution.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing to consider Zoning Code
Amendment No. 25-00001 (ZCA25-00001) to modify
miscellaneous regulations in Chapter 12 of the Inglew
Municipal Code related to Accessory Dwelling Units,
Fence Regulations, and Public Art Review, Citywide.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for September 9,
2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing for conduit financing for 304 E
Spruce St, LP (Borrower), for the construction of a 60- unit affordable rental housing project located at 411 E.
Kelso Street Inglewood, CA 90301.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025,
at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members introduce and adopt an ordinance approving
the secured property tax rate for the fiscal year beginn October 1, 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Motion to waive further reading;
2. Introduce ordinance;
3. Motion to waive further reading; and
4. Adopt ordinance.
Documents:
A-1. Report on Closed Session Item(s)
A-2. Oral reports – City Attorney
CM-1. Oral reports – City Manager.
CC-1. Oral reports – City Clerk
Initiative by Mayor James T. Butts, Jr., recommending the City Council Members approve a one (1)- year renewal agreement with Generation Connect for the administration of a program that prov technology support, online educational services, and common interest bonding opportunities b Inglewood-area seasoned adults, aged 50 years and older, and Inglewood-area high school teens. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve renewal agreement not to exceed $60,000.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Chairman and Housing Authority Members authorize the Executive Director to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Infrastructure Funding Agre and Other Shared Costs Budgets with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) f resource sharing and joint infrastructure cost funding in connection to the One Stop Business a Career Center.
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the Executive Director to execute MOU.
Documents:
H-
SPH-1.
HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
Staff report requesting the Chairman and Housing Authority Members set a public hearing to c the Inglewood Housing Authority’s (IHA) 5-Year Plan for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2029 and Annual Plan for FY 2025-2026 and related certifications.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
CLOSED SESSION – 1:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S)
OPENING CEREMONIES – 2:00 P.M.
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority on any item on the agendas, other than the Public Hearings, may do so at this time.
WARRANTS AND BILLS
1, CSA-1 & H-1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-1.PDF
PH-2. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
PH-2.PDF
CONSENT CALENDAR
Unless called upon by a Council Member, these items will be acted upon as a whole.
2. CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
3. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE
3.PDF
4. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
4.PDF
5. CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
5.PDF
6. LIBRARY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
6.PDF
7. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
7.PDF
8. PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT
8.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
SPH-1. DEVELOPMENT SERVICES DEPARTMENT
SPH -1.PDF
SPH-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
SPH -2.PDF
ORDINANCES
O-1. FINANCE DEPARTMENT
O-1.PDF
REPORTS – CITY ATTORNEY
REPORTS – CITY MANAGER
REPORTS – CITY CLERK
COUNCIL INITIATIVE
CI-1. MAYORAL
CI-1.PDF
INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
CSA-1, 1, H-1
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY
INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
H-1, 1 & CSA -1.
1, CSA -1, H-1.PDF
H-2. HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
H-2.PDF
SETTING PUBLIC HEARING
H-SPH -1.PDF
ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING OTHER MATTERS
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL REMARKS
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ADJOURNMENT CITY COUNCIL
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INGLEWOOD,
CALIFORNIA
Tuesday, August 12, 2025
Closed Session – 1:00 p.m.
Open Session – 2:00 p.m.
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MAYOR/CHAIRMAN
James T. Butts, Jr.
COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY MEMBERS
Gloria D. Gray, District No. 1
Alex Padilla, District No. 2
Eloy Morales, Jr., District No. 3
Dionne Faulk, District No. 4
CITY CLERK/SECRETARY
Aisha L. Thompson
CITY TREASURER/TREASURER
Angela Allen
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Louis A. Atwell
CITY ATTORNEY/GENERAL COUNSEL
Rick R. Olivarez
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY
Call to Order
Roll Call
Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council on the Closed Sessions item(s) may do so at this time.
CS-1. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Pin Re, LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02561.
CS-2. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Forum Entertainme LLC and Murphy’s Bowl LLC, et al. v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC Case No: 25STCP02940.
CS-3. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Ha v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 23TRCV01220.
CS-4. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Se Electric v. City of Inglewood, et al.; LASC. Case No.: 24STCV31032.
CS-5. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2); Worker’s Compensation Settlement Claim of Oscar Mejia: Claim Number 20-148373.
CS-6. Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; Conference with Labor Negotiator Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6; Name of Agency Negotiators: Jose O. Cortes, Senior Assistant City Manager, and Sylvia L. Fernandez, Human Resources Director; Name of Organization Representing Employees: Inglewood Management Employee Organization (IMEO).
Call to Order
Pledge of Allegiance
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-00010 (SUP25-00010) to allow the modification of an existing special venue freeway sign on a C-3 (Heavy Commercial) Zoned Property at 8801 South La Cienega Boulevard.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission approval of SUP25-
00010; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-00010, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Public Hearing to consider an appeal to the Planning
Commission’s approval of Special Use Permit No. 25-
00013 (SUP25-00013) to allow the modification of an
existing special venue freeway sign on a C-2A (Airport
Commercial) Zoned Property at 11305 Prairie Avenue.
Recommendation:
1. Uphold the Planning Commission
approval of SUP25-00013; and
2. Adopt a resolution approving SUP25-
00013, subject to conditions.
Documents:
Letters from the City Attorney’s Office recommending the following:
A. Reject Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Cleveland Brown for alleged personal injury; unauthorized alteration of property on December 15, 2017.
2. Felix Espinosa for alleged property damage; IPD safety check on January 8, 2025.
3. Adrian Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/or near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
4. Alexander Garcia for alleged personal injury; assault at/near 1001 Stadium Drive (Hollywood Park) on December 28, 2024.
5. Bryan Hand for alleged personal injury; ongoing stress from employment on January 14, 2025.
6. Richard Sanders III for alleged vehicle damage; pothole on May 8, 2025.
7. Natasha Williams for alleged vehicle damage; low driveway on May 13, 2025.
B. Return Late Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 911.2:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
2. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
C. Reject Amended Claim, referencing Government Code, Section 913:
1. Connect by American Family Insurance for alleged property damage; hole due to shifted trench plate (SCE conduit trench; Contractor: BALI Construction) on August 5, 2024.
D. Reject Insufficient Claims in accordance with Government Code, Section 913:
1. Kevin DeStefan for alleged personal injury; fell on spilled liquid (Inglewood Court House) on June 17, 2025.
2. Anthony Penn for alleged property damage; roots from City tree on not specified date.
E. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim under Government Code, Section 911.6:
1. Wanda Clemmons for alleged personal injury; fell into a hole – tree pit in parkway on July 30, 2024.
Recommendation:
1. Reject Claims listed as A-1 through A-7;
2. Return Late Claims listed as B-1 and B-2;
3. Reject Amended Claim listed as C-1;
4. Reject Insufficient Claims listed D-1 and D-2; and
5. Deny Application for Leave to Present a Late Claim listed as E-1.
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members approve the Third Amendment to Exercise of Powers Agreement (Agreement) No. 20-031 to increase the annual assessment from $30,000 up to $40,000. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve the Third Amendment.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of outstanding invoices to Upright Production Rentals for the Annual Family Unity Day held on July 26, 2025. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment totaling $18,983.30.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members receive and file the City Manager’s Report
listing ratified contracts and purchases from June to Ju 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members award a contract and approve an agreement
with Icon West, Inc. (Contractor). (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Award contract and approve agreement
not to exceed $39,063,518; and
2. Authorize an additional City-controlled
ten percent (10%) contingency of
$3,906,000 for a total project amount
not to exceed $42,969,518, per Bid No.
0187 (General Fund).
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of an outstand invoice to Hadronex, Inc. dba Smartcover Systems (Hadronex) for sewer monitoring services rendered from January 1, 2025 to June 30, 2025. (Sewer Fund) Recommendation:
1. Authorize payment for $37,475.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council Members adopt a resolution amending the Year (FY) 2024-2025 Budget for adjusting Water Main Replacement Phase 5 Project Accounts.
Recommendation:
1. Adopt resolution.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing to consider Zoning Code
Amendment No. 25-00001 (ZCA25-00001) to modify
miscellaneous regulations in Chapter 12 of the Inglew
Municipal Code related to Accessory Dwelling Units,
Fence Regulations, and Public Art Review, Citywide.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for September 9,
2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report requesting the Mayor and Council Memb
set a public hearing for conduit financing for 304 E
Spruce St, LP (Borrower), for the construction of a 60- unit affordable rental housing project located at 411 E.
Kelso Street Inglewood, CA 90301.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025,
at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Mayor and Council
Members introduce and adopt an ordinance approving
the secured property tax rate for the fiscal year beginn October 1, 2025.
Recommendation:
1. Motion to waive further reading;
2. Introduce ordinance;
3. Motion to waive further reading; and
4. Adopt ordinance.
Documents:
A-1. Report on Closed Session Item(s)
A-2. Oral reports – City Attorney
CM-1. Oral reports – City Manager.
CC-1. Oral reports – City Clerk
Initiative by Mayor James T. Butts, Jr., recommending the City Council Members approve a one (1)- year renewal agreement with Generation Connect for the administration of a program that prov technology support, online educational services, and common interest bonding opportunities b Inglewood-area seasoned adults, aged 50 years and older, and Inglewood-area high school teens. (General Fund)
Recommendation:
1. Approve renewal agreement not to exceed $60,000.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Call to Order
Roll Call
Warrant Registers.
Recommendation:
1. Receive and file.
Documents:
Staff report recommending the Chairman and Housing Authority Members authorize the Executive Director to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Infrastructure Funding Agre and Other Shared Costs Budgets with the South Bay Workforce Investment Board (SBWIB) f resource sharing and joint infrastructure cost funding in connection to the One Stop Business a Career Center.
Recommendation:
1. Authorize the Executive Director to execute MOU.
Documents:
H-
SPH-1.
HOUSING SERVICES & CDBG DEPARTMENT
Staff report requesting the Chairman and Housing Authority Members set a public hearing to c the Inglewood Housing Authority’s (IHA) 5-Year Plan for Fiscal Year (FY) 2025-2029 and Annual Plan for FY 2025-2026 and related certifications.
Recommendation:
1. Set public hearing for August 19, 2025, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
x South Bay One-Stop Business & Careers Center and Affiliate Offices (WIOA Title I Adult, Dislocated Workers & Youth)
x New Opportunities Organization (WIOA Title II Adult Education and Literacy) x Inglewood Unified School District (WIOA Title II Adult Education and Literacy) x Redondo Beach Unified School District (WIOA Title II Adult Education and Literacy) x Torrance Unified School District (WIOA Title II Adult Education and Literacy) x California Employment Development Department (WIOA Title III Wagner-Peyser) x California Employment Development Department (Unemployment Compensation) x California Employment Development Department (Trade Adjustment Assistance (TAA)) x California Employment Development Department (Veterans) x California Department of Rehabilitation (WIOA Title IV – Vocational Rehabilitation) x International Pre-Diabetes Center (Title V Older American Act) x SER-Jobs For Progress (Title V Older American Act)
x United American Indian Involvement, Inc. (National Native American Workforce Development Programs)
x Los Angeles Jobs Corps Center (National Job Corps Workforce Development Programs) x El Camino Community College District (Carl Perkins Career Technical Education) x Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services (Community Services Block Grant)
x Los Angeles County Department of Public Social Services (TANF/CalWORKs) x Inglewood Housing Authority (Housing and Urban Development) x Friends Outside Los Angeles County (Second Chance Act of 2007) x New Opportunities Organization (Second Chance Act of 2007) x EntreNous Community Empowerment (Youth, Adult, YouthBuild) x SBWIB YouthBuild (YouthBuild)
V ADDITIONAL AJCC PARTNERS
In addition to the required AJCC Partners desc ribed above other entities that are authorized under 20 CFR § 662.210(a) as additional partners are listed below to include but not limited to:
x ProPath, Inc. (WIOA Title I Program: Dislocated Worker Services) x Da Vinci Schools (Charter School, Youth Programs)
VI. ONE-STOP SYSTEM, SERVICES
The South Bay Workforce Development Area (SBDWA) includes the geographic area of Inglewood, Hawthorne, Lawndale, El Segundo, Carson, Lomita, Torrance, Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach, Hermosa Beach and Gardena. There is one comprehensive AJCC and three Affiliates in the SBWDA.