1 MINUTES OF THE
LOMITA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, JUNE 4,2024
OPENING CEREiIONIES
a. Call Meeting to Order
The regular meeting of the Lomita City Council was c:rlled to order by Mayor Uphoff at 6:01 p.m. on Tuesday, June 4, 2024, in the Council Chambers at Lomita City Hall, 24300 Narbonne Avenue, Lomita, Califomia.
b. Flag Salute
Councilmember Segawa led the salute to the flag.
c. lnvocation
Councilmember Waite gave the invocation.
d. Roll Call
PRESENT: Councilmembers: Gazele y (via teleconference from 25225 Doria Avenue, Lomita, CA 90717), Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Vialpando, City Attorney Rusin, Assistant City Manager Sugano, Public Works Director Dillon, Administrative Services Director Kamada, Community and Economic Development Director Rindge, Senior Management Analyst Hernandez, Parks and Recreation Director Kelley, and City Clerk Gregory
2. APPROVALOFAGENDA
Councilmember Segawa made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, to approve the agenda.
MOTION CARRIED by the following roll call vote
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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3. PRESENTATIONS
City Manager Vialpando introduced the video presentation for the 60th Anniversary celebration. lt will soon be placed on the City's website and on social media.
The Council presented a certificate of recognition to Narbonne High School teacher Jennifer Monis Barbee for being named an LAUSD Teacher of the year. Narbonne Principal Dr.
Heather Karuza spoke of Ms. Morris Barbee's accomplishments.
Ms. Morris Barbee expressed her appreciation for the honor.
4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Uphoff announced the time for oral communications.
Heidi Butzine, PresidenUCEO, Lomita Chamber of Commerce, introduced Chris Chartier, Grocery Outlet owner/operator, and his wife, Stephanie Rose.
Mr. Chartier spoke of the warm reception from Lomita residents and business owners, and invited everyone to the June '13 grand opening which will feature gift card giveaways and special offers.
George Kivett, Lomita resident, thanked staff for the opportunity to interview for the Parks & Recreation Commission, and thanked Director Dillon for her service (notably on streets and the water system) as she is leaving the City soon. He also commented on Los Angeles Fleet Week and a VIP tour of the aircraft carrier USS Carl Vinson that he attended.
There being no further requests from the public to speak, Mayor Uphoff closed oral communications.
5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS FROM THE
CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember Segawa reported on the following:
. May 27 - Memorial Day Event
. May 29 - Lomita Chamber of Commerce Mixer at Still Got lt Fitness o May 29 - Lemonade Day lnterview with Two Participants o Recent Founder's Day/60th Anniversary Committee Meetings
Councilmember Waite reported on the following:
. May 23 - South Bay Cities Council of Govemments Board Meeting . May 27 - Memorial Day Event
. Recent Meeting with Supervisor Janice Hahn's Office Regarding the 2028 Summer Olympics
o May 29 - Lemonade Day lnterview with Two Participants . May 29 - Lomita Chamber of Commerce Mixer at Still Got lt Fitness Lomita City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
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Councilmember Gazeley reported on the following:
. May 27 - Memorial Day Event
Mayor Pro Tem Waronek reported on the following:
. May 13-14 - South Bay Association of Chambers of Commerce Sacramento Trip . May 16-19 - Califomia Contract Cities Association Annual Municipal Seminar . May 27 - Memorial Day Event
. Commented on his recent trip to Rome where he met Pope Francis Mayor Uphoff reported on the following:
. May 23 - L.A. Metro Board Meeting
6. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT (information only)
City Manager Vialpando reported that Congressman Ted Lieu and Congresswoman Nanette Banagan submitted legislation to convey the Little League baseball fields on the Navy's Defense Fuel Support Point (DFSP) property situated within the City of Lomita boundaries to the City.
He invited residents to the Night at the Railroad Museum on June 14 and to the Grocery Outlet ribbon cutting at'10 a.m., June 13. He introduced Savannah Baca, the City's new Planning lntern, and announced that Public Works Director Dillon will soon be leaving the City to take a position with another agency.
7. CONSENTAGENDA
RECOMIUIENDED ACTION: That Consent Agenda ltems 7a-j be approved.
Councilmember Segawa made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, to approve the recommended action.
lrOTlON CARRIED by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers: Gazeley, Segawa, waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
a. Motion to Waive Full Reading of Ordinances and that They be Read in Title Only RECOMIIIENDED ACTION: Approve motion.
b. Minutes of the Special City Council Meetings of March 28,2024, and March 29,2024 RECOMiiENDED ACTION: Approve minutes.
c. Wanants/Payroll Register
RECOMftIENDED AGTION: Approve and file Warrants/Payroll Register.
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d. Resolution Adopting a Proiect List for FY 202+2025 Funded by the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (SB 1 )
RESOLUTION NO,202+14. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 FUNDED BY SB l: THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017
e. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 861 for Zoning Map Amendment No. 2O24-0'l, and Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-03, for 24925-25O07 Walnut Street (APNs: 7375-015-90 t, 7375-015-902, 7375-01 5-903, and 7375-0'1 5-904 RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt ordinance and find the project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
ORDINANCE NO. 861 . AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING: (1) ZONING MAP AMENDMENT 2024-01 TO CHANGE THE ZONING DESIGNATION FROM R.l SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL TO THE LOMITA MANOR SPECIFIC PLAN; (2) ZONING TEXT AMENDilENT 2024-03 AMENDTNG LOMTTA MUNTCTPAL CODE T|TLE Xt (PLANN|NG AND ZONTNG), CHAPTER 1 (ZONTNG), PART 2 (ESTABLTSHMENT OF ZONES) TO CREATE ARTICLE 28 THE "LOMITA MANOR SPECIFIC PLAN" FOR 24925-25007 WALNUT STREET (APNs 7375-015-901, 737*015-902, 737$015-903, AND 7375-01$904); AND (3) A DETERMINATTON THAT THE PROJECT rS CATEGORTCALLY EXEMPT FROM
THE CALTFORNTA ENVTRONMENTAL OUALTTY ACT (CEOA)
f. Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 2021-28 with Michael Baker lnternational RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the First Amendment to Agreement No. 2021-28 with Michael Baker lnternational, extending the term of the agreement until June3O,2027. g. Agreement with Koff & Associates to Provide Executive Recruitment Services for Public Works Director and Community and Economic Development Director; and an Agreement with Willdan for ClPMater-Related Project Management and Public Works Operational Analysis and Revision of the Public Works Director Job Classification Specifications RECOMMENDED ACTION: Authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Koff & Associates for Executive Recruitment Services for an amount not to exceed $48,000; approve the revised Public Works Director Job Classification Specifications; and authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Willdan to provide ClPANaterRelated Project Management and Public Works Operational Analysis in an amount not to exceed $65,688.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution and authorize the City Manager or his designee to complete, sign, and submit all required documentation for receipt of Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) funds to the appropriate State and other agencies.
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h. Resolution Authorizing the Execution of a Letter of lntent to Award Schneider Electric Buildings Americas, lnc., the Design-Build Contract for the Lomita City Hall HVAC Upgrade Project
RECOilMENDED ACTION: Adopt resolution authorizing the City Manager to sign an lnvestment Grade Audit AgreemenuLetter of lntent to Award Schneider Electric Buildings Americas, lnc., the Design-Build Contract for the Lomita City Hall HVAC Upgrade Project and find this project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (cEoA).
RESOLUTION NO. 202+15 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A LETTER OF INTENT TO AWARD THE DESIGN.BUILD CONTRACT FOR THE LOMITA
CITY HALL HVAC UPGRADE PROJECT
Agreement with Rainbow Engineering Associates lnc. for Public Works Project Management Support
8. SCHEDULED ITEMS
a. DISCUSSION AND CONSTDERATION OF ADOPTING RESOLUTIONS CALLING FOR THE NOVEMBER 5, 2024, GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolutions calling for the November 5, 2024, General Municipal Election and consolidation with the Statewide General Election.
City Clerk Gregory presented the staff report per the agenda material. She outlined the resolutions and stated that they must be filed with the County by July 8.
As there were no questions ftom the Council and no requests from the public to speak on this item, Mayor Uphoff invited Council discussion.
Both Councilmember Waite and Mayor Uphoff announced plans to run for reelection.
After brief discussion relative to the Council's reluctance to transition to districts, Mayor Uphoff invited a motion.
Mayor Pro Tem Waronek made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Segawa, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following roll call vote
AYES: Councilmembers: Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff NOES: CouncilmemberGazeley
ABSENT: None
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve agreement with Rainbow Engineering Associates lnc. for Public Works poect managemenl support and authorize the City Manager to execute the Amendment.
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Adopted the following titled resolutions:
RESOLUTION NO. 202'l-'16 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE Clw
OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5,2024, FOR THE ELECTTON OF TWO (2) MEMBERS OF THE CiTY COUNCTL AS REQUTRED BY THE
PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO
GENERAL LAW CITIES
RESOLUTION NO.2024.17. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE
COUNTYOF LOSANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE AGENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESOAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024, wlTH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE SAME DATE PURSUANT TO SECTION 10403 OF
THE CALIFORNIA ELECTIONS CODE
RESOLUTION NO. 2024.18 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR
ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATE STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024 b. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF COMMISSIONER APPOINTMENTS TO THE
PARKS AND RECREATION, PLANNING, AND PUBLIC SAFEW AND TRAFFIC coMMtsstoNs
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Consider candidates to fill one seat (scheduled vacancies due to terms ending June 2024) each on the following commissions, with terms to end June 2028: Parks and Recreation Commission, Planning Commission, and Public Safety and Traffic Commission.
City Manager Vialpando introduced the item. All three four-year terms expire in 2028, and all applicants have been interviewed by the Council.
As there were no requests from the public to speak on this item, Mayor Uphoff invited nominations.
After brief discussion, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Waite, to reappoint Terry Winn to the Parks & Recreation Commission.
MOTION CARRIED by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
After brief discussion, Councilmember Segawa, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, made a motion to reappoint Brenda Stephens to the Planning Commission.
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AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
After brief discussion, Councilmember Segawa made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, to reappoint John Carmody to the Public Safety & Traffic Commission.
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
c. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH JAMES EVENT PRODUCTIONS, INC. FOR FOUNDER'S DAY 2024 EQUIPMENT RENTAL AND FISCAL YEAR2022-24 BUDGET APPROPRIATION RECOMMENDED AGTION: Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with James Event Productions, lnc. for Founder's Day 2024 Equipment Rental in the amount of $47,750; and appropriate an additional $55,000 from the Fiscal Year 2024 Genetal Fund Available Funds for the Founders Day Celebration event for a total amount of $205,000.
Director Kelley presented the staff report per the agenda material. The 60th Anniversary celebration is slated for June 29-30. She stated that residents wanted more family friendly rides this year, which requires additional funding. The grand total of $205,000 includes various events that will take place throughout the year.
There was brief Council discussion related to managing the scope and expectations of Founders Day celebrations in the future. This year is exceptional due to the significance of the City's 60th anniversary.
As there were no requests from the public to speak on this item, Mayor Uphoff invited further discussion or a motion.
Mayor Pro Tem Waronek made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Segawa, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers: Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
MOTION CARRIED by the following roll call vote:
MOTION CARRIED by the following roll call vote:
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9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CITY OF LOMITA'S LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 CHARGES FOR FTSCAL YEAR 202+2025
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Conduct the required public hearing, and adopt Resolution 2024-19 approving the Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 assessment for FY 2024-25.
Director Dillon presented the staff report per the agenda material. The cunent assessment is $55.63 per parcel for the 21 1 affected properties, for a grand total of $1 1,737.93. Statr recommends no change to the assessment, and the resolution would confirm the assessment which would be included in the property tax bills prepared by the County.
As there were no questions for staff, Mayor Uphoff opened the public hearing at 6:50 p.m.
As lhere were no requests from the public to speak on this item, Mayor Uphoff closed the public hearing at 6:50 p.m. and invited Council discussion or a motion.
Mayor Pro Tem Waronek made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Segawa, to approve the recommended action.
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Adopted the following titled resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024.19. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCTL OF THE CITY
OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE CITY OF LOMITA'S LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 CHARGES FOR FISCAL YEAR202+25 b. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 202+04,
AN ORDINANCE AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE XI (PLANNING AND ZONING) CHAPTER 1 (ZONING) TO ADD INDOOR
RECREATIONAL USES PERMITTED BY A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT OR BY R|GHT wlTH|N THE C.R (GOMMERCTAL-RETA|L), C-G (COMMERCIAL-GENERAL), AND D-C (DOWNTOWN, COMMERCTAL) ZONTNG D|STRTCTS
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Conduct a public hearing and concur with Planning Commission's recommendation to introduce on first reading an ordinance to amend the Lomita Municipal Code to add indoor recreation uses permitted by a conditional use permit or by right within the City's commercial zoning districts and finding exemption from the California Environment Quality Act (CEOA).
Director Rindge presented the staff report per the agenda material. There has been increased demand post-Covid for more indoor gathering options. The City's General Plan
MOTION CARRIED by the following roll call vote:
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update and public engagement also reflect this shift. This ordinance would separate the uses into five different categories, and would allow for new businesses that feature darts, axe-throwing, virtual reality, e-sports, and other recreational options.
As there were no questions from the Council, Mayor Uphoff opened the public hearing at 6:57 p.m.
George Kivett spoke in favor of the ordinance.
As there were no further requests from the public to speak on this item, Mayor Uphofi closed the public hearing at 6:58 p.m. and invited further discussion or a motion.
City Attorney Rusin read the title of the ordinance to be introduced Councilmember Waite made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following roll call vote
AYES: Councilmembers: Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
lntroduced on first reading the following titled ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 862 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE XI (PLANNING AND ZONING), CHAPTER 1 (ZONING), TO ADD INDOOR
RECREATIONAL USES PERMITTED BY A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT OR BY RIGHT WITHIN THE C-R (COMMERCIAL-RETAIL), C.G (COMMERCIAL.GENERAL), AND D-C (DOWNTOWN, COMMERCTAL) ZONTNG OTSTR|CTS AND A
DETERMINATION THAT THE PROJECT IS CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE cALtFORNTA ENVTRONMENTAL QUALTTY ACT (CEOA)
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Uphoff adjourned the meeting, in memory of Councilmember Gazeley's uncle, Robert James Gazeley, at 7:02 p.m. ctful ly submftted,
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Ka leen Horn ory, M , City Clerk
pted: September 17,2024'
10. ADJOURNMENT
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