CITY OF LAWNDALE
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AGENDA
LAWNDALE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Monday, March 21, 2022 - 6:30 p.m.
Lawndale City Hall Council Chamber
14717 Burin Avenue
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This Agenda is subject to revision up to 72 hours before the meeting.
A. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
B. CEREMONIALS (Flag Salute and Inspiration)
C. PUBLIC SAFETY REPORT
D. ITEMS FROM CITY CLERK
E. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA (Public Comments) F. COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL
G. CONSENT CALENDAR
Items 1 through 4, will be considered and acted upon under one motion unless a City Councilmember removes individual items for further City Council consideration or explanation.
1. Motion to read by title only and waive further reading of all ordinances listed on the Agenda
Recommendation: that the City Council approve.
2. Authorize the Purchase of Wireless Equipment and Data Services Plan Recommendation: that the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to purchase wireless equipment and data service plan with Verizon Wireless.
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3. Accounts Payable Register
Recommendation: that the City Council adopt Resolution No. CC-2203-013, authorizing the payment of certain claims and demands in the amount of $728,491.46
4. Minutes of the Lawndale City Council Regular Meeting – March 7, 2022 Recommendation: that the City Council approve.
H. PUBLIC HEARING
5. Amendment to the Lawndale Municipal Code to Comply with the Requirements of Senate Bill 9
Recommendation: that the City Council (a) conduct a public hearing (b) determine that Ordinance No. 1186-22 is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of Public Resources Code and Government Code sections 65858.21(j) and 66411.7(n) because an ordinance adopted to implement the rules of Senate Bill 9 is not considered a project under Division 13 and (c) adopt by four fifths (4/5) vote of the City Council Ordinance No. 1186-22.
6. Case No. 21-18 A Proposal for a Special Use Permit, General Plan Amendment, Density Bonus and Design Review to Develop a 10-Unit Apartment Building at the Property Located at 14723 Prairie Avenue, a Mitigated Negative Declaration, and a Mitigation Monitoring Program
Recommendation: that the City Council conduct a public hearing and (a) find and determine that as described in the Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration prepared for the project, based on the information contained thein and the entire record including the required mitigation measures, that there is not substantial evidence that the Project will have a significant adverse effect on the environment (b) find and determine that the amendment to the General Plan, as incorporated herein by this reference is consistent with the goals and objectives of the adopted General Plan of the City of Lawndale (c) find and determine that the proposed Zone Change to the Lawndale Municipal Code, as incorporated herein by this reference is consistent with the goals and objectives of the adopted General Plan of the City of Lawndale and (d) adopt Resolution CC-2203-015 setting forth findings of fact and conditions of approval relative to the submitted application and recommending City Council approve the project.
I. ADMINISTRATION
7. Audit of 2021 Fireworks Financial Statements
Recommendation: that the City Council consider one of the following options (a) City Council per LMC 8.12.100(B) bar Christian Heritage Church, Lawndale Chamber of Commerce, Wesleyan Church of Lawndale and Lawndale Foursquare Church from receiving a fireworks stand permit for a period of five years and that the participants receive written notice of the City Council consideration of such actions or (b) Grant Christian Heritage Church, Lawndale Chamber of Commerce, Wesleyan Church of Lawndale and Lawndale Foursquare Church a one-time waiver and allow them to participate in the 2022 Fireworks season program.
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8. 2022 Fireworks Permits- Conditional Approval
Recommendation: that the City Council consider one of the following options (a) award three (3) conditional 2022 Fireworks permits to, Lawndale Little League, Lawndale Rotary Club, Lawndale Parks Recreation and Social Services Commission or (b) award seven (7) conditional permits to Christian Heritage Church, Lawndale Foursquare Church, Lawndale Chamber of Commerce, Lawndale Little League, Lawndale Rotary Club, Lawndale Parks, Recreation and Social Services Commission, and Wesleyan Church of Lawndale
9. Approval of the Funding Agreement including Project Readiness Certification for the Redondo Beach Boulevard Improvement Project From Artesia Boulevard to Prairie Avenue Project FTIP No. LAF9101, Project No. 2021-02 Bid No. BN-2110- 10 Recommendation: that the City Council approve the Funding Agreement including the Project Readiness Certification for the Redondo Beach Boulevard Improvement Project.
10. Approval of Plans and Specifications for FY 2021-22 Citywide Sign Replacement Project No. 2022-12
Recommendation: that the City Council (a) approve the project plans and specifications and authorize staff to solicit bids for the construction contract (b) allocate $505,543 from Proposition C Unappropriated Fund Balance to the account number 207-310-700.281 Capital Improvement Program for FY 2021-22 Citywide Sign Replacement Project and (c) allocate in the amount of $529,457 from Measure M Unappropriated Fund Balance to the account number 272-310-700.281 Capital Improvement Program for FY 2021-22 Citywide Sign Replacement Project.
11. Case No. 22-01: General Plan Annual Progress Report 2021 Recommendation: that the City Council (a) review the 2021 draft Annual Report (b) make any desired revisions and (c) direct staff to forward the report to the State Department of Housing and Community Development and the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research.
12. Proposition A Funding-Eligible Projects
Recommendation: that the City Council receive and file the report.
J. ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCILMEMBERS
13. Mayor/City Councilmembers Report of Attendance at Meetings and/or Events K. CLOSED SESSION
14. Conference with Labor Negotiator
The City Council will conduct a closed session, pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6, with the city manager, city attorney and the City's negotiators, regarding labor negotiations with unrepresented employees, the central management team.
L. ADJOURNMENT
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The next regularly scheduled meeting of the City Council will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Monday, April 4, 2022 in the Lawndale City Hall council chamber, 14717 Burin Avenue, Lawndale, California.
It is the intention of the City of Lawndale to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all respects. If, as an attendee or a participant at this meeting, you will need special assistance beyond what is normally provided, we will attempt to accommodate you in every reasonable manner. Please contact the City Clerk Department (310) 973-3213 prior to the meeting to inform us of your particular needs and to determine if accommodation is feasible. Please advise us at that time if you will need accommodations to attend or participate in meetings on a regular basis.
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the Agenda for the regular meeting of the City Council to be held on March 21, 2022 was posted not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting.
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Cynthia Rodriguez, Administrative Assistant
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LAWNDALE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
March 7, 2022
A. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Pullen-Miles called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m. in the City Hall council chamber, 14717 Burin Avenue, Lawndale, California.
Councilmembers Present: Mayor Robert Pullen-Miles, Mayor Pro Tem Rhonda Hofmann Gorman, Councilmember Bernadette Suarez, Councilmember Pat Kearney, Councilmember Sirley Cuevas
Other Participants: City Clerk Erica Harbison, City Manager Sean M. Moore, City Attorney Gregory M. Murphy, Assistant to the City
Manager/Human Resources Director Raylette Felton, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Captain Duane Allen, Interim Finance Director John Downs, Community Services Director Mike Estes, Municipal Services Director Michael Reyes, Acting Director of Community Development Jared Chavez, Public Works Director Julian Lee
B. CEREMONIALS
Councilmember Bernadette Suarez led the flag salute and Pastor George Magdalany, with Hope Chapel Hawthorne, provided the inspiration.
C. PUBLIC SAFETY REPORT
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Captain Duane Allen summarized the recent law enforcement activities.
A dialogue ensued between Captain Duane Allen and City Council regarding theft prevention of catalytic converters on vehicles.
D. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA (Public Comments) Gary Adams, Resident, spoke about the City need of monitoring the permit processing and requirements and of the continuous violations of the business located on 4505 Manhattan Beach Blvd.
Michelle Pino, Lawndale Library Manager, spoke about upcoming library programs and events.
Randall Abram, Resident, spoke about the illegally operated short-term rentals in the City and the effects on the community and recommended a placement of fines for the violation.
Jay Gould, Resident, spoke about the potential safety and home privacy issues the Metro C Line (Green) project would create along the railway running through the residential areas. 4 Minutes-City Council Regular Meeting
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Gary Adams, Resident, spoke about the cages and damages to vehicles from the catalytic converters thefts.
E. COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL
The City Council responded generally to the public comments.
Councilmember Sirley Cuevas and Mayor Pro Tem Rhonda Hofmann Gorman requested staff to implement a plan to monitor and close down short-term rental violators.
City Council and City Attorney Gregory M. Murphy provided clarification on the authority to policy the Councilmembers have on the Metro C Line (Green) Extension Project subcommittee and zoning authority Metro has in the City.
F. CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Quarterly Investment Report for the Quarter ended September 30, 2021 Recommendation: that the City Council receive and file the report.
2. Quarterly Investment Report for the Quarter ended December 31, 2021 Recommendation: that the City Council receive and file the report.
3. Federally Funded Employment and Job Training – South Bay Workforce Investment Board Activities Summary
Recommendation: that the City Council receive and file the report.
4. Accounts Payable Register
Recommendation: that the City Council adopt Resolution No. CC-2203-011, authorizing the payment of certain claims and demands in the amount of $144,842.41
5. Minutes of the Lawndale City Council Special Meeting – February 22, 2022 Recommendation: that the City Council approve
6. Minutes of the Lawndale City Council Regular Meeting – February 22, 2022 Recommendation: that the City Council approve.
A motion by Councilmember Kearney to approve the consent calendar was seconded by Councilmember Cuevas and carried by a vote of 5-0.
G. ADMINISTRATION
7. Audit of 2021 Fireworks Financial Statements
Recommendation: that the City Council receive and file the report.
Interim Finance Director John Downs provided the report for the above item.
Public Comment
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Randall Abram, Resident, spoke about the previous year’s audits of the Fireworks sales financial statements.
Councilmember Sirley Cuevas requested a report of the 2019 Fireworks audits and staff to complete audits before permitting fireworks stands.
Mayor Pro Tem Rhonda Hofmann Gorman requested staff to provide audit records of previous years.
City Attorney Gregory M. Murphy and Interim Finance Director John Downs responded staff will take a look to see if the audit reports can be provided and if so, will provided.
The City Council reached a general consensus to receive and file the Audit of 2021 Fireworks Financial Statements report.
8. 2022 Fireworks Permits
Recommendation: that the City Council award seven (7) conditional 2022 Fireworks permits to Christian Heritage Church, Lawndale Foursquare Church , Lawndale Chamber of Commerce, Lawndale Little League, Lawndale Rotary Club, Lawndale Parks, Recreation and Social Services Commission, and Wesleyan Church of Lawndale Interim Finance Director John Downs reported on the 2022 Fireworks Permits.
Councilmember Bernadette Suarez inquired if staff verifies the certificate of “good standing” with the California Secretary of State or the fireworks organization.
Interim Finance Director John Downs responded the certificate is required from the organization and cross referenced with the California Secretary of State.
Councilmember Sirley Cuevas inquired why the Lawndale Chamber of Commerce is participating if they have not been involved with the community.
Interim Finance Director John Downs responded if the non-profit entities or organizations do not fulfill the requirements they will not be recommended to move forward.
Councilmember Sirley Cuevas inquired about the location of the Lawndale Foursquare Church.
A lengthy dialogue ensued between staff and City Council regarding the verification process for active organizations and requested to further review the applications.
City Manager Sean Moore recommended City Council may continue the above item to the next meeting for staff to present the documentation to City Council for review.
Mayor Robert Pullen-Miles requested staff review policy and return with an ordinance updating the Fireworks Permit qualifications for an active Lawndale organizations in the future.
The City Council reached a general consensus to continue Administration Item No. 8 to a subsequent City Council meeting.
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9. Denial of appeal request (Case No. 21-25 appealing the Planning Commissions Decision to Deny Case No. 20-17 for the Development of a New 7,779 Square Foot Express Carwash facility on a GC (General Commercial) Zoned Property Located at 15413-15425 Hawthorne Boulevard
Recommendation: that the City Council adopt City Council Resolution No. CC-2203-012 denying the appeal for Case Number 21-17: Special Use Permit and Development Permit requesting to develop am express carwash facility.
Acting Director of Community Development Jared Chavez reported on the Denial of appeal request (Case No. 21-25 appealing the Planning Commission’s Decision to Deny Case No. 20- 17 for the Development of a New 7,779 Square Foot Express Carwash facility on a GC (General Commercial) Zoned Property Located at 15413-15425 Hawthorne Boulevard.
A motion by Councilmember Kearney to adopt City Council Resolution No. CC-2203-012 denying the appeal for Case Number 21-17: Special Use Permit and Development Permit requesting to develop am express carwash facility, was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Hofmann Gorman. Motion approved 3-2, [yes: 3 and no: 2].
10. Harold E. Hofmann Community Center Reopening Considerations Recommendation: that the City Council authorize use of approximately $90,000.00 in Federal American Rescue Plan Act funding for the items in the cost Estimates and Turnaround Times for Repair/Replacement items table.
Community Services Director Mike Estes reported on the Harold E. Hofmann Community Center Reopening Considerations.
Councilmember Pat Kearney inquired on the warranty life for the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) system and the cost for a new HVAC system.
Community Services Director Mike Estes responded the warranty was for one (1) year and has expired and added a new HVAC systems projected cost ranges from $400,000-$500,000.
A lengthy dialogue ensued between staff and City Council regarding available American Rescue Plan Spending (ARPA) funds and guidelines, the design, planning, installation process and time frame for a new HVAC system.
A motion by Councilmember Kearney to authorize use of approximately $90,000.00 in Federal American Rescue Plan Act funding for the items in the cost Estimates and Turnaround Times for Repair/Replacement items table, was seconded by Councilmember Cuevas and carried by a vote of 5-0.
11. Lawndale Beat Fixed Route Contractual Status Report Recommendation: that the City Council (a) authorize the full system to return beginning July 1, 2022 and direct staff to negotiate an amendment to Contract Services Agreement for Lawndale Beat Fixed-Route Transportation Services to exercise the first one-year option, (b) authorize the return of the system beginning July 1,2022 at a 50% level by Minutes-City Council Regular Meeting
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terminating the Express route and directing staff to negotiate and amendment to Contract Services Agreement for Lawndale Beat Fixed-Route Transportation Services to exercise the first one-year option, (c) authorize the termination of the service by letting the agreement naturally expire on June 30, 2022 (c) provide further direction to staff.
Community Services Director Mike Estes reported on the Lawndale Beat Fixed Route Contractual Status Report.
Councilmember Pat Kearney inquired on the amount of calls received regarding the Lawndale Beat Bus.
Community Services Director Mike Estes responded an average of one or two calls a month.
A lengthy dialogue ensued between staff and City Council regarding ridership rates, activating contract after the Harold E. Hofmann Community Center Reopening, and the use of Prop A funds.
Mayor Pro Tem Rhonda Hofmann Gorman requested to return to this items for City Council review when ridership increases.
A motion by Councilmember Suarez to authorize the return of the system beginning July 1, 2022 at a 50% level by terminating the Express route and directing staff to negotiate and amendment to Contract Services Agreement for Lawndale Beat Fixed-Route Transportation Services to exercise the first one-year option, was seconded by Councilmember Cuevas and carried by a vote of 5-0.
12. Consideration and Direction on Potential of Firework Ballot Measure Recommendation: that the City Council discuss this item and provide direction to staff to (a) proceed in adopting a resolution to place a legislative measure on the November 2022 ballot prohibiting the sale, use and possession of al fireworks or (b) take no action in this matter.
Assistant to the City Manager/Human Resources Director Raylette Felton reported on the Consideration and Direction on Potential of Firework Ballot Measure.
Public Comments
Randall Abram, Resident, spoke about Lawndale Chamber of Commerce use of funds for Administration Item No. 8 above. Randall Abram spoke in favor of placing a legislative measure on the November 2022 ballot prohibiting the sale, use and possession of al fireworks Councilmember Sirley Cuevas inquired if the $11,677.96 estimated cost for the ballot measure would come from the City’s General Fund.
Assistant to the City Manager/Human Resources Director Raylette Felton responded the estimated cost is an additional amount to the General Election cost and would come from the General Fund.
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Mayor Pro Tem Rhonda Hofmann Gorman spoke about her reasoning for wanting to have this item on agenda for City Council discussion, the frequent complaints and concerns on fireworks from Lawndale residents and how it will impact the children’s programs produced by the fireworks sales.
Councilmember Bernadette Suarez commented regarding firework campaign contributions received in past and inquired about ballot language and if there is a need to hire a firm to prepare ballot language.
City Attorney Gregory M. Murphy responded the hiring of a firm will not be necessary in this case and added the City Attorney’s office have and can prepare ballot language in this instance.
Councilmember Bernadette Suarez commented regarding the current use and control of illegal and safe and sane fireworks, potential concerns of placing a ballot measure absent a petition from residents, and other possible ballot measures that may arise.
Councilmember Pat Kearney concurred with Councilmember Bernadette Suarez and spoke in favor of continuing with safe and sane fireworks and residents pursuing a petition regarding a fireworks ballot measure.
Councilmember Sirley Cuevas spoke in favor of not pursuing a ballot measure and using funds for illegal fireworks prevention measures.
A lengthy dialogue ensued between City Council regarding the difference between legal and illegal fireworks, impacts of banning legal fireworks on noise reduction, potential impacts of safe and sane proceeds on community/charitable programs and services.
Public Comment
George Pelz, Resident, spoke in favor of permitting safe and sane fireworks to benefit the children’s events.
The City Council came to a general consensus to receive and file the consideration and Direction on Potential of Firework Ballot Measure report.
13. City Council Subcommittees
Recommendation: that the City Council review the current subcommittee lists and direct staff on the modification, replacement and/or appointment of members.
Assistant to the City Manager/Human Resources Director Raylette Felton reported on the City Council Subcommittees.
Councilmember Pat Kearney inquired if this item can be continued until after the November 2022 Elections.
Assistant to the City Manager/Human Resources Director Raylette Felton clarified staff’s need to know of any desired modifications to the Budget Subcommittee prior to November.
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Councilmember Sirley Cuevas and Councilmember Pat Kearney volunteered to serve on the Budget Subcommittee for fiscal year 2022-2023.
Mayor Pro Tem Rhonda Hofmann Gorman commented she would like to continue with current committees/subcommittees.
Mayor Robert Pullen-Miles requested the City Council Subcommittees remain with the same members and revisit the subcommittees after November 2022 Elections.
The City Council came to a general consensus to continue Administration Item No. 13 to a subsequent City Council meeting in November 2022.
H. ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCILMEMBERS
14. Mayor/City Councilmembers Report of Attendance at Meetings and/or Events Councilmember Pat Kearney requested staff invite Lawndale Lady Cardinals to a subsequent City Council meeting to receive certificates and requested today’s meeting be adjourned in memoriam of Norm Vickers, a long time Lawndale resident.
Councilmember Bernadette Suarez attended ribbon cutting grand opening event for new business Sabrino’s Kitchen on Prairie Avenue in Lawndale, a South Bay Cities Council of Governments Board of Directors meeting, and two Metro C Line (Green) neighborhood walks event.
Councilmember Bernadette Suarez requested staff review the permits Ordinance and process regarding deposits and fees.
Councilmember Sirley Cuevas attended 2022 Greater LA Homeless Count event and provided commendations to Diane Parsley and Bekim Berisha for their time and efforts. Councilmember Sirley Cuevas attended a phone meeting with South Bay Cities Council of Governments, attended two Metro C Line (Green) neighborhood walk event, League of California Cities general meeting, and concurred with reviewing deposits and fees for permits and asked staff to review the Lawndale Municipal Codes and Ordinances for consistency. Councilmember Sirley Cuevas inquired on the status of the new swings for William Green Park.
Community Services Director Mike Estes responded there is a slow-down in material production and delivery is expected near April 1st.
Councilmember Sirley Cuevas requested the return of Farmer’s Market once the Hofmann Community Center is fully staffed. Community Services Director Mike Estes responded staff will look into it.
Councilmember Sirley Cuevas inquired on the plans for the empty lot located on Hawthorne Boulevard and Manhattan and Beach Boulevard.
City Manager Sean M. Moore responded staff will be meeting with the developers to discuss a mixed-used project for the lot and will keep City Council posted on developments.
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Mayor Pro Tem Rhonda Hofmann Gorman encouraged City Council to provide her with feedback for the next Metro C Line meeting, announced the March 21-25 Spring Clean Up Week, and residents opportunity for bulky items pickups by Republic Services. Mayor Pro Tem Rhonda also mentioned the backyard service program provided for seniors and disabled residents by Republic Services.
Mayor Robert Pullen-Miles attended the Sanitation District of Los Angeles County regular meeting, the Metro C Line (Green) neighborhood walk, and the ribbon cutting grand opening event for Sabrino’s Kitchen.
I. CLOSED SESSION
At 9:06 p.m. the City Council entered into Closed Session.
15. Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation The City Council will conduct a closed session, pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1), to confer with legal counsel regarding litigation to which the City is a Party. The title of such litigation is as follows: City of Lawndale v. LA Investment, LLC, et al (20TRCV00065).
At 9:27 p.m. the City Council entered back into open session.
City Attorney Gregory M. Murphy reported that the City Council met in Closed Session to discuss the item listed on the Closed Session agenda. The City Council was updated on the item and there was no reportable action taken.
J. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to conduct, the Mayor adjourned the meeting in memoriam of Norm Vickers at 9:29 p.m.
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Robert Pullen-Miles, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Erica Harbison, City Clerk
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8 SECTION 5. CEQA. This Ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Division 13 (commencing with Section 21000) of Public Resources Code and Government Code sections 65858.21(j) and 66411.7(n)) because an ordinance adopted to implement the rules of Senate Bill 9 is not considered a project under Division 13.
SECTION 6. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a decision of any court of any competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the each and every section, subsection, sentence, clause and phrase thereof not declared invalid or remaining portions of this ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance, and unconstitutional without regard to whether any portion of the ordinance would be subsequently declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 7. Urgency. The City Council finds and declares that the adoption and implementation of this ordinance is necessary to address the danger to public health, safety, and general welfare as articulated above, and to immediately provide provisions to implement SB 9, which takes effect on January 1, 2022. The City Council therefore finds and determines that this ordinance be enacted as an urgency ordinance pursuant to Government Code sections 36937 and 65858 and takes effect immediately upon adoption by four-fifths of the City Council.
SECTION 8. Expiration. This ordinance shall take effect upon publication, and shall remain in effect for a period of 45 days from the date of adoption, in accordance with California Government Code section 65858, unless earlier rescinded by the adoption of another ordinance.
SECTION 9. Publication. The City Clerk is directed to certify this ordinance and cause it to be published in the manner required by law.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this ___ day of _________, 2022. ______________________________
Robert Pullen-Miles, Mayor
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I, Erica Harbison, City Clerk of the City of Lawndale, California, do hereby certify that the City Council duly approved and adopted said Ordinance No. 1186-22 at its regular meeting held on the 21st day of March 2022, by the following roll call vote:
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