Bill Uphoff, Mayor
Mark A. Waronek, Mayor Pro Tem
James Gazeley, Councilmember
Cindy Segawa, Councilmember
Barry Waite, Councilmember
LOMITA CITY HALL
COUNCIL CHAMBERS
24300 Narbonne Avenue
Lomita, CA 90717
Phone: (310) 325-7110
Fax: (310) 325-4024
Next Resolution No. 2024-36
Next Ordinance No. 865
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
LOMITA CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2024
6:00 PM
Welcome to a meeting of the Lomita City Council. The City of Lomita appreciates your attendance. Comments, input, and interests from the public provide the City Council with valuable information regarding issues of the community. Council meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of every month at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at Lomita City Hall, 24300 Narbonne, Avenue, Lomita, CA. Meetings are conducted in person and streamed online at https://lomitacity.com/agendas-minutes/. Please note that in person attendance at this public meeting may result in the recording and broadcast of your image.
To address the Council, please fill out a card located at the entrance indicating your desire to speak on either a specific agenda item or under Oral Communications and give it to the City Clerk. Your name will be called when it is your turn to speak. All public comments are limited to a maximum of three (3) minutes unless an extension is granted. No action may be taken on items not on the agenda except as provided by law.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the office of the City Clerk at (310) 325-7110.
Notification at least forty-eight (48) hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements.
No meeting of the Lomita Public Financing Authority will be held on this date.
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Lomita City Council Meeting Agenda December 3, 2024
1. OPENING CEREMONIES
a. Call Meeting to Order
b. Flag Salute
c. Invocation – Mayor Uphoff
d. Roll Call
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
3. PRESENTATIONS
• PRESENTATION TO PEARL HOPE, LEMONADE DAY YOUTH ENTREPRENEUR OF
THE YEAR
• PRESENTATION TO GARY SUGANO UPON HIS RETIREMENT AFTER 21 YEARS
OF SERVICE TO THE CITY OF LOMITA
4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Persons wishing to speak on Consent Agenda items or subjects other than those scheduled are requested to do so at this time. In order to conduct a timely meeting, a three (3) minute time limit per person has been established. Government Code Section 54954.2 prohibits the Council from discussing or taking action on a specific item unless it appears on a posted agenda.
5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS FROM THE CITY
COUNCIL
The City Council may discuss and act upon items described under Council comments; however, items which are not on the agenda will be limited to Council reports, announcements, requests for clarification or factual information, or placement of matters on the agenda for a future meeting.
6. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT (information only)
7. CONSENT AGENDA
All items under the Consent Agenda are considered by the Council to be routine and will be enacted by one motion in the form listed below. There may be separate discussions of these items prior to the time the Council votes on the motion. Specific items may be removed from the Consent Agenda at the request of any Councilmember or staff.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: That Consent Agenda Items 7a-7d be approved. a. Motion to Waive Full Reading of Ordinances and That They be Read in Title Only.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve motion.
b. Minutes of the Regular Meeting of October 1, 2024, Regular and Special Meetings of Tuesday, December 03, 2024, Reg CC Mtg. Page 2
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October 15, 2024, and Regular Meeting of November 5, 2024 RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve Minutes.
c. Warrants/Payroll Register
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve and file Warrants/Payroll Register. d. Renewal of the Professional Services Agreement with Administrative Services Co-Op for the Dial-A-Ride Program (DAR)
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Authorize the City Manager to execute a one-year contract renewal with Administrative Services Co-Op to provide Dial-a-Ride (DAR) program services.
8. SCHEDULED ITEMS
a. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF CANCELLING THE JANUARY 7, 2025,
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING (NO STAFF REPORT)
Presented by Andrew Vialpando, City Manager
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Cancel the Tuesday, January 7, 2025, Regular City Council meeting due to the holiday break.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2024-06 – AN UPDATE TO THE LOMITA
MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS TO COMPLY WITH RECENT CHANGES IN STATE LAW
Presented by Adrian Fernandez, Community and Economic Development Director RECOMMENDED ACTION: Open the public hearing, receive public testimony, close the public hearing, and by motion: Find that the adoption of the proposed urgency ordinance is statutorily exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Public Resources Code section 21080.17; waive full reading and adopt by title only Urgency Ordinance No. 865: “An Urgency Ordinance Amending Section 11-1.30.06 of Lomita Municipal Code Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units and Finding the Action to be Statutorily Exempt from CEQA Under Public Resources Code § 21080.17”; and introduce on first reading, by title only, Ordinance No. 866: “An Ordinance Amending Section 11-1.30.06 of Lomita Municipal Code Relating to Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units and Finding the Action to be Statutorily Exempt from CEQA Under Public Resources Code § 21080.17”
URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 865 - AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 11-
1.30.06 OF LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING
UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND FINDING THE ACTION
TO BE STATUTORILY EXEMPT FROM CEQA UNDER PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE § 21080.17
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ORDINANCE NO. 866 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDING SECTION 11-1.30.06 OF LOMITA
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE
STATUTORILY EXEMPT FROM CEQA UNDER PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE § 21080.17
b. ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2024-07 – AN UPDATE TO THE LOMITA
MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING DEFINITIONS, RESIDENTIAL LAND USES AND
RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR IN-HOUSE CLEAN UP Presented by Adrian Fernandez, Community and Economic Development Director RECOMMENDED ACTION: Conduct public hearing; and after the City Attorney reads the title introducing the first reading of proposed Ordinance No. 867 to amend Sections 11-1.15, 11-1.30.01, 11-1.30.02, 11-1.30.03, 11-1.30.04 and 11-1.30.05 of Lomita Municipal Code (LMC) Title XI (Planning and Zoning) Chapter 1 (Zoning) and finding the action to be categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), direct staff to schedule the second reading and possible adoption of the ordinance for the December 17, 2024, City Council meeting.
ORDINANCE NO. 867 – AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2024-07 ADOPTING AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND SECTIONS 11-1.15, 11-1.30.01, 11-
1.30.02, 11-1.30.03, 11-1.30.04 AND 11-1.30.05 OF LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE XI (PLANNING AND ZONING) CHAPTER 1 (ZONING) AND FINDING THE
ACTION TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
10. ADJOURNMENT
The next regular City Council meeting will be held on December 17, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers located at 24300 Narbonne Avenue, Lomita, California.
Written materials distributed to the City Council within 72 hours of the City Council meeting are available for public inspection via the City’s website and copies are available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s Office, 24300 Narbonne Avenue, Lomita.
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing agenda was posted not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting at the following locations: Lomita City Hall, Lomita Park, and uploaded to the City of Lomita website https://lomitacity.com/agendas-minutes.
Date Posted: November 27, 2024
_______________________________
Kathleen Horn Gregory, MMC, City Clerk
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MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING
LOMITA CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 1, 2024
1. OPENING CEREMONIES
a. Call Meeting to Order
The regular meeting of the Lomita City Council was called to order by Mayor Uphoff at 6:01 p.m. on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, in the Council Chambers at Lomita City Hall, 24300 Narbonne Avenue, Lomita, California.
b. Flag Salute
Mayor Uphoff led the flag salute.
c. Invocation
Mayor Uphoff gave the invocation.
d. Roll Call
PRESENT: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Vialpando, City Attorney Rusin, Assistant City Manager Sugano, Community and Economic Development Director Fernandez, Deputy City Manager/Public Works Director Hernandez, Parks and Recreation Director Kelley, Administrative Analyst Gastelum, and Deputy City Clerk Abbott
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilmember Segawa made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gazeley, to approve the agenda.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
3. PRESENTATIONS
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Lomita City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
October 1, 2024
Lieutenant White of Lomita Sheriff’s Station shared crime (including traffic) statistics from the second quarter of 2024, and compared them to the same periods of time from 2020-2023.
Discussion included the following topics:
• The possibility of funding some DUI checkpoints in Lomita • Ways to curb speeding and other dangerous practices by some e-bike riders • An increase in residential burglaries in the second quarter; 10 of those occurred at the condominium complex on PV Drive North after the fire, with thieves taking advantage of the situation
• Potential inclusion of crime prevention tips in the City’s e-newsletter • An increase in larcenies in the City since Target opened; undercover operations have resulted in the apprehension of some shoplifters
• The importance of reporting suspicious behavior
• Average response times
4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Uphoff announced the time for oral communications.
Brandee Keith, Senior Public Affairs Specialist, South Coast Air Quality Management District, announced that the residential gas-powered lawnmower exchange program has been updated to include other zero emissions equipment such as edgers and chainsaws. Rebates of up to $250 are available. More information may be found at [email protected].
There being no further requests to speak, Mayor Uphoff closed oral communications.
5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS FROM THE CITY
COUNCIL
Councilmember Gazeley read aloud a letter from the Association of Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs (ALADS), the bargaining unit for deputy sheriffs and district attorney investigators working for the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department (LASD). It outlined ALADS’ opposition to current negotiation practices relative to a proposed settlement agreement, and stated that public safety service levels will suffer if the settlement is approved.
City Manager Vialpando stated that the negotiations involve the County’s jail systems and how they are run. He will read the letter and inquire with the LASD as to whether the City should act.
Councilmember Segawa reported on the following:
• Recent Friends of Lomita Library Tea
• September 21 – Family Fun Day at the Lomita Railroad Museum • Recent Little League Committee Meeting
• September 25 – Lomita Chamber of Commerce Fifth Anniversary Celebration • Recent Mayors Cup Golf Tournament Committee Meetings
• October 1 – Circle of Honor Committee Meeting
• Announced Mayors Cup Golf Tournament on Thursday, October 3 Councilmember Waite reported on the following:
• September 12 – League of California Cities (LCC) Meeting with Assemblymember Blanca Pacheco
• September 23 – LCC Meeting with Metropolitan Water District • September 25 – Lomita Chamber of Commerce Fifth Anniversary Celebration Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *6
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• October 7 – Upcoming Meeting with L.A. County Fire Chief Anthony C. Marrone Mayor Pro Tem Waronek reported on the following:
• September 19 – Lomita Chamber of Commerce Board Meeting • September 20 – Lomita-Harbor City Kiwanis Club 10th Annual Spaghetti Fundraiser for Lomita Sheriff and Fire Stations
• Recent Mayors Cup Golf Tournament Committee Meetings
• Announced Mayors Cup Golf Tournament on Thursday, October 3 • September 25 – California Joint Powers Insurance Authority Executive Committee Meeting
• September 28 – Community's Child Fundraiser
• September 30 – Lomita Sheriff's Station Foundation Golf Tournament Fundraiser • Announced Mayors Cup Golf Tournament on Thursday, October 3 Mayor Uphoff reported on the following: :
• September 18 – L.A. County Sanitation District No. 5 Board Meeting • September 20 – Lomita-Harbor City Kiwanis Club 10th Annual Spaghetti Fundraiser for Lomita Sheriff and Fire Stations
• September 21 – Family Fun Day at the Lomita Railroad Museum • September 24 – South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG) Senior Services Working Group Meeting
• September 25 – Lomita Chamber of Commerce Fifth Anniversary Celebration • September 26 – SBCCOG Board of Directors Meeting
• September 28 – Community's Child Fundraiser
• October 1 – Circle of Honor Committee Meeting
6. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT (information only)
City Manager Vialpando announced the following:
• Mayors Cup Golf Tournament is to take place on Thursday, October 3, 2024 • A fundraiser sponsored by Lomita Station deputies will be held on Wednesday, October 9 at Lomita Park for a former Deputy Explorer and his family who lost their home in a recent fire in the City
• Coffee with the Captain is to be held on Wednesday, October 2 at Corridor Flow • After a two-month search, Interim Public Works Director Hernandez was promoted to Deputy City Manager/Public Works Director; he highlighted her background and experience
7. CONSENT AGENDA
RECOMMENDED ACTION: That Consent Agenda Items 7a-7e be approved.
Councilmember Segawa made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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a. Motion to Waive Full Reading of Ordinances and That They be Read in Title Only RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve motion.
b. Minutes of the Regular City Council Meetings of July 2, 2024, and August 20, 2024 RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve minutes.
c. Warrant/Payroll Register
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve and file Warrants/Payroll Register. d. Resolution Approving and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Los Angeles Region Safe, Clean Water Program (Measure W), Municipal Transfer Agreement with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District and Superseding Resolution No. 2024-28 RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 2024-29, approving and authorizing the City Manager to execute the Los Angeles Region Safe, Clean Water Program, Municipal Transfer Agreement with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District and superseding Resolution No. 2024-28 in its entirety.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-29 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO EXECUTE THE LOS ANGELES REGION SAFE, CLEAN WATER PROGRAM,
MUNICIPAL TRANSFER AGREEMENT WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT AND SUPERSEDING RESOLUTION NO. 2024-28 e. Public Works Department Operational Enhancements
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 2024-30 amending the City’s compensation plan for non-represented employees revising the Public Works Director classification to Deputy City Manager/Public Works Director, and amending job titles for Water System Superintendent and Public Works Operations Manager; Adopt Resolution No. 2024-31 revising the full-time employee list and salary schedule for the position of Deputy City Manager/Public Works Director, Water Systems Superintendent, and Public Works Operations Manager; Approve an amendment to the position classification specifications for Deputy City Manager/Public Works Director, Water Systems Superintendent, and Public Works Operations Manager; and Authorize a budget appropriation to the FY 24-25 Adopted Budget from corresponding fund sources to reflect the proposed changes as described.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-30 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A COMPENSATION PLAN FOR NONREPRESENTED EMPLOYEES FOR FISCAL YEARS 2022-23 THROUGH 2024-25 AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2023-25
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-31 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A SALARY SCHEDULE AND SALARY
RANGE SCHEDULE FOR EMPLOYEES FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 2024, AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2025
8. SCHEDULED ITEMS
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a. SET A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AUTHORIZING A DESIGN-BUILD AND
ENERGY SAVING SERVICES CONTRACT WITH SCHNEIDER ELECTRIC BUILDINGS AMERICAS, INC. FOR THE LOMITA CITY HALL HVAC UPGRADE PROJECT RECOMMENDED ACTION: Set a Public Hearing on October 15, 2024, to consider authorizing design-build and energy saving services contract with Schneider Electric Buildings Americas, Inc pursuant to California Government Code 4217.10-4217.18 for the Lomita City Hall HVAC Upgrade Project.
City Manager Vialpando presented the item, stating that it is merely routine and administerial. The City’s HVAC system is well past its useful life, and tonight the Council is asked to set the public hearing date per Government code, which requires a two-week public notice prior to the public hearing.
As there were no questions for staff and no requests from the public to speak on this item, Mayor Uphoff invited discussion or a motion.
Councilmember Segawa made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gazeley, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2024-02, ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2024-05, ZONING MAP AMENDMENT 2024-02, AND ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO. 2024-01 – GENERAL PLAN
UPDATE AND RELATED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT AND ZONING MAP
AND TEXT AMENDMENTS TO VARIOUS SECTIONS OF LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE XI (PLANNING AND ZONING), CHAPTER 1 (ZONING), TO IMPLEMENT POLICIES AND PROGRAMS OF THE CERTIFIED CITY OF LOMITA 2021-2029
HOUSING ELEMENT
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 2024-32 and hold a public hearing to introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 863 approving: (1) Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-05, an ordinance amending various sections of Lomita Municipal Code (LMC) Title XI (Planning and Zoning) Chapter 1 (Zoning); (2) General Plan Amendment No. 2024-02 for updating the Land Use Element, Mobility Element, Resource Management Element, Noise Element, Economic Development Element, and Implementation Element of the General Plan; 3) certifying General Plan Update Program Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) No. 2024-01; and 4) Zoning Map Amendment No. 2024-02, in order to implement policies and programs of the certified City of Lomita 2021-2029 Housing Element.
Director Fernandez introduced Perry Banner, Principal Planner, De Novo Planning Group, who outlined the City’s General Plan Update process and objectives as follows:
• Background and Timeline, which includes the EIR and Housing Element programs • Approach to Developing the General Plan, including the implementation of the General Plan Advisory Committee (GPAC), gathering public input, and adherence to State requirements
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• Draft General Plan Policy Document, including the City Council-selected variation of Alternative 3: Core and Perimeter, and the Preferred Land Use Plan • Overarching Objectives, including preservation of existing residential neighborhoods and enhancing the downtown area
• General Plan Structure, including an Economic Development Element • New Land Use Designations, mostly along the corridors where mixed use will be allowed, and the creation of a Manufacturing-Commercial (M-C) Zone • Environmental Impact Report, which is based on maximum buildout; just one letter was received during the Public Review phase, which was from Caltrans and was largely supportive; some impacts were addressed – the General Plan Policy Document is self-mitigating
• Draft Zoning Code Update (Phase I), including the creation of new zoning districts and new Lot Consolidation Regulations, which will be finetuned in Phase II As there were no questions regarding the presentation, Mayor Uphoff opened the public hearing at 7:04 p.m.
Lara Leitner, Partner, Jeffer Mangels Butler & Mitchell, LLP and attorney for Laundrorama, LLC, spoke in opposition to what she interpreted as an outright ban on laundromats in the City as a result of the General Plan Update, and stated that fluff and fold operations should at least be allowed.
As there were no further requests from the public to speak on this item, Mayor Uphoff closed the public hearing at 7:07 p.m. and brought the item back for Council discussion.
There was brief Council discussion relative to adjusting or eliminating certain density and land use requirements on Pacific Coast Highway, the laundromat’s application status with the Planning Commission, and zoning for laundromats in the City.
Director Fernandez clarified that there is no ban on laundromats in Lomita but the zoning code update would mean that some existing ones in commercial districts would become non-conforming; however, they could remain in business as long as they do not cease operations for more than six months. If the Council has any interest in making changes to the zoning code update pertaining to laundromats, such direction could be accommodated this evening and the ordinance when presented for adoption at the next Council meeting would reflect that change.
Additional discussion took place relative to the phases of the zoning code update and when adjustments could be made. Phase II will be more comprehensive and can include discussions relative to adjustments. If the Council wishes to revisit mixed use on Pacific Coast Highway, that topic could be brought back for discussion in the form of a proposed zoning text amendment.
As there was no further Council discussion, Mayor Uphoff invited a motion.
City Attorney Rusin read the title of the ordinance to be introduced.
Mayor Pro Tem Waronek made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Segawa, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
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NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Adopted the following titled resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-32 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2024- 02 FOR UPDATING THE LAND USE ELEMENT, MOBILITY ELEMENT, RESOURCE
MANAGEMENT ELEMENT, NOISE ELEMENT, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
ELEMENT, AND IMPLEMENTATION ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN AND
CERTIFYING THE GENERAL PLAN FINAL PROGRAM ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO. 2024-01 IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT IN ORDER TO IMPLEMENT POLICIES AND PROGRAMS OF THE CERTIFIED CITY OF LOMITA 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT
Introduced the following titled ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 863 - 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 ADOPT ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2024-05 AND ZONING MAP AMENDMENT 2024-02
TO IMPLEMENT THE POLICIES AND PROGRAMS OF THE CERTIFIED CITY OF LOMITA 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2024-02 AND FINAL PROGRAM ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO. 2024-01 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Uphoff adjourned the meeting, in memory of Lisa Patterson, Lomita resident and victim of the 2019 Las Vegas shooting, on the fifth anniversary of the tragedy, at 7:23 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
_________________________________
Linda E. Abbott, CMC, Deputy City Clerk
Adopted:
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MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING
LOMITA CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2024
1. OPENING CEREMONIES
a. Call Meeting to Order
The regular meeting of the Lomita City Council was called to order by Mayor Uphoff at 6:02 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, in the Council Chambers at Lomita City Hall, 24300 Narbonne Avenue, Lomita, California.
b. Flag Salute
Mayor Pro Tem Waronek led the salute to the flag.
c. Invocation
Councilmember Waite gave the invocation.
d. Roll Call
PRESENT: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
ABSENT: None.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Vialpando, Assistant City Attorney Martz, Assistant City Manager Sugano, Deputy City Manager/Public Works Director Hernandez, Administrative Services Director Kamada, Community and Economic Development Director Fernandez, Parks and Recreation Director Kelley, and City Clerk Gregory
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilmember Segawa made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gazeley, to approve the agenda.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
3. PRESENTATIONS
There were no presentations scheduled for this meeting.
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4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Uphoff announced the time for oral communications.
Virginia Andrianopoulos, co-owner, Laundrorama, LLC, urged the Council to allow laundromats in the downtown commercial (D-C) zone, or to at least allow fluff and fold operations there, in response to the General Plan Update and corresponding Zoning Code Update. It was her interpretation that the General Plan Update included an outright Citywide ban on laundromats.
City Manager Vialpando stated that the General Plan Update is on the consent agenda this evening for adoption, so any amendments would require opening a public hearing again, which is not recommended; however, such amendments could be explored in the future.
George Kivett, Lomita resident, commented on City staff turnover, and on the laundromat item heard at last night’s Planning Commission meeting. It was his understanding that the option to approve the determination of similarity had not been presented to the commission.
Community and Economic Development Director Fernandez stated that the Planning Commission approved staff’s recommendation to deny the project, but that he would review the recording.
There being no further requests to speak, Mayor Uphoff closed oral communications.
5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS FROM THE CITY
COUNCIL
Councilmember Gazeley had nothing to report.
Councilmember Segawa reported on the following:
• October 2 – Coffee with the Captain
• October 3 – Mayors Cup Golf Tournament
• October 9 – Lomita Sheriff Station’s BBQ Fundraiser for the Zamora Family • October 10 – Narbonne High School Classes Tour of City Hall Councilmember Waite reported on the following:
• October 2 – Coffee with the Captain
• October 8 – Local Governmental Services Commission
• October 11 – BizFed Olympics Planning Meeting
• October 14 – South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG) Steering Committee Meeting
Mayor Pro Tem Waronek reported on the following:
• October 2 – Coffee with the Captain
• October 2 – California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (JPIA) Liability Trust Fund Board Meeting
• October 3 – Mayors Cup Golf Tournament
• October 8-11— JPIA Risk Management Educational Forum
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• Announced November 3 Lomita-Harbor City Kiwanis Club’s 75th Annual Pancake Breakfast
Mayor Uphoff reported on the following:
• October 3 – Mayors Cup Golf Tournament
• October 9 – Lomita Sheriff Station’s BBQ Fundraiser for the Zamora Family • Recent California Contract Cities Association Legislative Committee Meeting • Recent State of the City Committee Meeting
• October 14 – SBCCOG Transportation Committee Meeting relative to the Inglewood Transit Corridor, and related meetings to take place on October 16 and October 24
6. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT (information only)
City Manager Vialpando announced that Assemblymember Al Muratsuchi will hold a town hall meeting at Lomita City Hall on Saturday, October 26 from 10-11:30 a.m. He also announced that Athens Services will host a composting and shredding event at Lomita City Hall from 8 a.m. to noon, Saturday, November 2. He then invited Parks and Recreation Director Kelley to provide an update on other upcoming special events.
Director Kelley announced that the Halloween Spooktacular Festival at Lomita Park will be held from 12 noon to 3 p.m. on Saturday, October 26. The costume contest parade will take place at 1 p.m., with the Parks and Recreation Commission on hand as judges. In addition, on Thursday, October 31, the Lomita Railroad Museum will transform its red caboose into a haunted caboose for trick-or-treaters from 6-8 p.m.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
RECOMMENDED ACTION: That Consent Agenda Items 7a-7m be approved.
Mayor Pro Tem Waronek made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Segawa, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following 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 RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve motion.
b. Warrants/Payroll Register
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RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive and file the report.
d. Monthly Report for the City Manager’s Department
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive and file the report.
e. Monthly Report from the Community and Economic Development Department RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive and file the report.
f. Monthly Report for the Recreation and Facilities Division RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive and file the report.
g. Monthly Report for the Public Works Department
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive and file the report.
h. September 2024 Treasury and Investment Report
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive and file the report.
i. Fiscal Year (FY) 2023/24 Quarterly Financial Report
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive and file the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023/24 Quarterly Financial Report Fourth Quarter Ending June 30, 2024.
j. Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Year-End Budget Amendments
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the amended FY 23-24 expenditure and revenue budget and implement corresponding recommendations.
k. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 863
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Ordinance No. 863 amending various sections of Lomita Municipal Code Title XI (Planning and Zoning), Chapter 1 (Zoning) to adopt Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-05 and Zoning Map Amendment No. 2024-02 to implement the policies and programs of the certified City of Lomita 2021-2029 Housing Element consistent with Final Program Environmental Impact Report No. 2024-01 in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act.
ORDINANCE NO. 863 – 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 ADOPT ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2024-05 AND ZONING MAP AMENDMENT 2024-02
TO IMPLEMENT THE POLICIES AND PROGRAMS OF THE CERTIFIED CITY OF LOMITA 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT IN ACCORDANCE WITH GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2024-02 AND FINAL PROGRAM ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO. 2024-01 IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT
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l. Modification for the Lineup of 60th Anniversary Special Events RECOMMENDED ACTION: Appropriate an additional $12,253 from available funds in the General Fund for the 60th Anniversary events, including two additional concerts on the lawn at City Hall.
m. Resolution to Re-Allocate the American Rescue Plan (ARPA) Recovery Funds RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution No. 2024-33.
RESOLUTION NO. 2024-33 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, ALLOCATING FUNDS FOR THE CYPRESS GAC
PROJECT, MISCELLANEOUS COVID EXPENDITURES, JOB CREATION AND
BUSINESS INCENTIVE PROGRAM, BUILDING IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM, SMALL
BUSINESS TRAINING WITH THE SBWIB, WORKPLACE SAFETY
INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES, AND DIGITAL INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES
AND FINDING THE SAME EXEMPT FROM CEQA
8. SCHEDULED ITEMS
a. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO APPROVE THE SANITARY SEWER
SYSTEM MASTER PLAN
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive and file the Sanitary Sewer System Master Plan.
Deputy City Manager/Public Works Director Hernandez introduced Kim Alexander, Water Project Engineer with Psomas, who gave the following presentation:
Background:
• The City owns and is responsible for the sewer collection system • Maintained through contract with L.A. County’s Consolidated Sewer Maintenance District (CSMD)
• Serves approximately 20,000 residents and 8,900 service connections • 36 miles of 6” to 15” diameter gravity pipelines with 900 manholes • Connects to LA County Sanitation District (LACSD) trunk sewers • Treatment and reuse/disposal at the LACSD’s A. K. Warren Water Resource Facility in the City of Carson
Purpose:
• This is the City’s first Sanitary Sewer System Master Plan (SMP) • The purpose is to ensure sufficient sewer capacity for all future needs • Timely with the adoption of new General Plan and Zoning Code Updates Objectives:
• Study Develops Hydraulic Model
• Collect Flow Monitoring Data and Calibrate Model
• Analyze System Capacity to determine Existing Flow and Future Buildout Flow • Analyze for Maintenance Issues
• Capital Improvement Plan (CIP)
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Methodology:
• City/County sewer system GIS utilized to construct model • Researched plans to add sewer manhole invert data needed for hydraulic model • Flow factors developed for various land use classifications based on experience and flow monitoring
• Loaded existing land use to appropriate manholes
• Loaded additional buildout land use
• Analyzed existing and future buildout model results based on capacity criteria Maintenance:
• L.A. County CSMD maintains system
• Oldest portions constructed in 1930s
• CCTV inspection on 10-year cycle
• Latest CCTV from last half of 2021 – Condition Assessment Report due end of this year
• Psomas reviewed CSMD’s previous Report and representative CCTV video from 2021
Capital Improvement Plan:
• The SMP develops recommended capital improvements for future years • With regular maintenance, the system has been operating without issues • CIP proactively plans for future growth and development • Estimates costs to plan funding needs and sources
Sewer Master Plan-CIP:
• CIP #1 – 2,800 feet of 10” sewer in backyards from PCH to Ebony Lane • CIP #2 – sag on 248th Street east of Cypress
• CIP #3 – flat slope on Oak Street north of PCH
Sewer Master Plan-CIP #1:
• Priority CIP #1 will require pre-design analysis to evaluate feasibility, alternatives, and recommended alternative
• Nearing capacity and has structural damage (90-year-old) • Location in easement in back yards is maintenance issue • Near-term solution would be diversion (DIV #1) to LACSD trunk sewer along Western Avenue at 262nd or 261st Street
Harbor Hills:
• Discovered error in Sewer GIS, which leaves a portion of LA County Housing Authority’s Harbor Hills 85-year-old private sewer system being utilized but not owned by City and not maintained by CSMD
• Developer of Tract 25201 (west of Harbor Hills) in 1997 diverted sewage through Harbor Hills as well as City sewer in Western Ave goes through HH system Sewer Master Plan Next Steps:
• Commission CIP Feasibility Studies
• Sewer manhole surveys
• Geotechnical studies
• CCTV review
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• Utility research
• Finalize cost estimates
• Consider sewer impact fee and user fee increase
• Coordinate with County Housing Authority to assess condition and acquire Harbor Hills sewers
City Manager Vialpando stated that key presentation takeaways are future growth, CIPs, and capacity. With the State’s new housing density requirements, infrastructure growth will be required, which is why such plans are so critically important. There is nothing emergent in the Master Plan, but there are serious concerns with conditions in the areas identified in CIP #1. The costs are estimates from 2022 and are not yet funded.
As there were no requests from the public to speak on this item, Mayor Uphoff brought the item back for Council discussion.
There was brief Council discussion relative to funding for future sewer system improvements.
Councilmember Segawa made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and Mayor Uphoff
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
b. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION OF AN APPOINTMENT TO FILL AN
UNSCHEDULED VACANCY ON THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION RECOMMENDED ACTION: Review list of previously interviewed applicants and make a decision to appoint a commissioner to fill the vacancy.
City Manager Vialpando presented the staff report per the agenda material, and opened the item for Council discussion.
As there were no questions for staff, Mayor Uphoff invited public comment.
George Kivett, Parks and Recreation Commission applicant, spoke of his familiarity with Lomita Park, and noted that there are some very large gaps in the protective fence on the east side of ballpark. He vowed to be an active commissioner if appointed.
As there were no further requests from the public to speak on this item, Mayor Uphoff invited nominations from the Council.
Councilmember Gazeley made a motion to nominate George Kivett to the Parks and Recreation Commission. Councilmember Waite made a motion to nominate Cristina De Leon Allred to the Parks and Recreation Commission. Councilmember Segawa and Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *18
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Mayor Pro Tem Waronek both nominated Cristina De Leon Allred to the Parks and Recreation Commission. As it is the Council’s custom to appoint commissioners with three nominations, Ms. Allred was appointed to the commission.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None scheduled.
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Uphoff adjourned the meeting at 6:49 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
_________________________________
Kathleen Horn Gregory, MMC, City Clerk
Adopted:
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MINUTES OF THE
LOMITA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
TUESDAY, OCTOBER 15, 2024
1. OPENING CEREMONIES
a. Call Meeting to Order
The special meeting of the Lomita City Council was called to order by Mayor Uphoff at 5:35 p.m. on Tuesday, October 15, 2024, in the City Council Chambers at City Hall, 24300 Narbonne Avenue, Lomita, California.
b. Roll Call
PRESENT: Councilmember: Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, Pro Tem Waronek and Mayor Uphoff
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Vialpando and Associate City Attorney Martz
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
There were no requests to speak during oral communications.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
3. CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
a. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNCIL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Per Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
1) Name of Case: Original Thai Massage v. City of Lomita, U.S.D.C Case No. 2:23-cv-06884-DMG-AS
2) Name of Case: Original Thai Massage v. City of Lomita, L.A.S.C.
Case No. 24TRCP00048
3) Name of Case: Russell F. Day d/b/a New Image Health Spa v. City of Lomita, L.A.S.C.
Case No. 24TRCP00039
3. CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT
Associate City Attorney Martz stated that there was no reportable action on the closed session items.
4. ADJOURNMENT
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There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Uphoff adjourned the meeting at 6:01 p.m.
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Kathleen Horn Gregory, MMC, City Clerk
Adopted:
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MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING
LOMITA CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2024
1. OPENING CEREMONIES
a. Call Meeting to Order
The regular meeting of the Lomita City Council was called to order by Mayor Uphoff at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, in the Council Chambers at Lomita City Hall, 24300 Narbonne Avenue, Lomita, California.
b. Flag Salute
Councilmember Waite led the salute to the flag.
c. Invocation
Councilmember Segawa gave the invocation.
d. Roll Call
PRESENT: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, and Mayor Uphoff ABSENT: Mayor Pro Tem Waronek
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Vialpando, City Attorney Rusin, Deputy City Manager/Public Works Director Hernandez, Administrative Services Director Kamada, Community and Economic Development Director Fernandez, Parks and Recreation Director Kelley, Administrative Analyst Gastelum, and City Clerk Gregory e. Closed Session Report
City Attorney Rusin stated that the Council met in open session at 5:00 p.m. and recessed to closed session at 5:01 p.m. to discuss the following items:
• PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Pursuant to Government Code section 54957
Title: City Manager
• CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
City representative: City Attorney Trevor Rusin
Unrepresented employee: City Manager Andrew Vialpando
All Councilmembers were present except for Mayor Pro Tem Waronek, and no reportable action was taken.
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2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilmember Segawa made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gazeley, to approve the agenda.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, and Mayor Uphoff NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Pro Tem Waronek
3. PRESENTATIONS
The City Council recognized the winners of the Halloween Home Decorating Contest. Parks and Recreation Director Kelley shared photos and videos of the winning homes as selected by the Parks and Recreation Commission. She also announced the upcoming Holiday Home Decorating Contest.
4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Uphoff announced the time for oral communications.
George Kivett, Lomita resident, commented on signing up for the Dial-A-Ride program and thanked staff and the City Council for being so accessible to residents.
Allen Perlstein, Lomita resident, thanked staff for repairing the sidewalk in front of his home and complimented City contractor Rojas Construction. He also asked about any upcoming document shredding events for residents.
City Manager Vialpando stated that Athens Services hosted a document shredding event at City Hall on November 2, and that staff would do more to get the word out to residents next time.
There being no further requests to speak, Mayor Uphoff closed oral communications.
5. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS FROM THE
CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember Gazeley had nothing to report.
Councilmember Waite reported on the following:
• October 16-18 – Cal Cities Annual Conference and Expo • October 23 – Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce’s Men of Impact Event; Mayor Pro Tem Waronek was an honoree
• October 24 – South Bay Economic Forecast and Industry Outlook • October 24 – South Bay Cities Council of Governments Board Meeting • October 26 – Al Muratsuchi Town Hall at Lomita City Hall • October 26 – Halloween Spooktacular at Lomita Park
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• October 31 – Ice Cream Social for City employees hosted by Councilmember and Mrs.
Waite
• October 31 – Halloween at the Lomita Railroad Museum
• November 3 – Lomita-Harbor City Kiwanis Club’s 75th Annual Pancake Breakfast • November 5 – South Bay Association of Chambers of Commerce Meeting • Announced “Shop Around the Block” neighborhood yard sale to take place Saturday, November 9
Councilmember Segawa reported on the following:
• October 26 – Halloween at Lomita Park
• October 30 – Event Observing the One Year Anniversary of the Opening of Redondo Beach’s Homeless Shelters
• October 30 – Lomita Chamber of Commerce Halloween Business Mixer • November 1 – Floral 101/Coastal Funeral Center Día de los Muertos Event • November 2 – Councilmember Gazeley’s Birthday
Mayor Uphoff reported on the following:
• October 28 – Climate Resilience Roundtable with L.A. Mayor Karen Bass
6. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT (information only)
City Manager Vialpando announced Lomita’s annual Veterans Day observance will take place on Monday, November 11 at 11 a.m. at Veterans Park. He thanked Parks staff for a successful Halloween event.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
RECOMMENDED ACTION: That Consent Agenda Items 7a-7h be approved.
Councilmember Segawa made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Waite, to approve the recommended action, noting a typographical error pointed out by City Attorney Rusin in the amendment to the agreement in item 7d. The correction, to Section 1, Section 7, Term of Agreement is to be amended to read as follows: “The term of this Agreement shall commence upon execution by both parties and shall continue until completion of the work, or until termination occurs pursuant to Section 14 of this Agreement.” (And under section 14 the Council can terminate the agreement at will.)
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, and Mayor Uphoff NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Pro Tem Waronek
a. Motion to Waive Full Reading of Ordinances and That They be Read in Title Only RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve motion.
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b. Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting of February 26, 2024, Regular City Council Meeting of September 17, 2024, and Special City Council Meeting of October 7, 2024 RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve minutes.
c. Warrants/Payroll Register
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve and file Warrants/Payroll Register. d. First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Black, O’Dowd and Associates, Inc. for Engineering Services for Stephenson Center Maintenance Project RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve a First Amendment to the agreement with Black, O’Dowd and Associates, Inc. for Engineering Services for Stephenson Center Maintenance Project.
e. Fourth Amendment to the Agreement with Willdan Financial Services for Impact Fee Studies
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the Fourth Amendment to the Agreement with Willdan Financial Services for Preparation of Parks & Recreation and Sewer Impact Studies, and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement. f. First Amendment to the Agreement with Willdan Engineering Services for CIP and Water Related Project Management
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the First Amendment to Agreement No. 2024-27 with Willdan Engineering Services for Capital Improvement Program and Water Related Project Management Services for a three-year term ending December 31, 2027, in an amount not to exceed $130,000 in the first year, $181,000 in the second year, and $190,000 in the third year; appropriate an additional $130,000 from the Water Fund and General Fund available balance in the current FY 24-25 Adopted Budget; and authorize the City Manager to execute.
g. First Amendment to the Agreement with Stephen Doreck Equipment Rentals for Construction of the 247th Street Area Water Main Replacement Project RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the First Amendment to Agreement 2024-18 with Stephen Doreck Equipment Rentals for construction of the 247th Street Area Water Main Replacement Project; and authorize the City Manager execute the Amendment. h. First Amendment to the Agreement with Psomas for the Sanitary Sewer System Master Plan
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the First Amendment to Agreement 2023-33 with Psomas for the Sewer System Master Plan extending the term to December 31, 2027; approve change order No. 2; appropriate an additional $24,900 plus a 10% contingency of $2,490 for unexpected costs for a total not to exceed $27,390 from the Sewer Master Fund; and authorize the City Manager to execute the Amendment.
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8. SCHEDULED ITEMS
a. REPORT ON IMPACT OF CITY OF GRANTS PASS V. JOHNSON U.S. SUPREME
COURT RULING (GRANTS PASS DECISION) REGARDING CAMPING/SLEEPING IN
PUBLIC AREAS
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive and file and provide direction to staff on next steps.
City Manager Vialpando and City Attorney Rusin presented the staff report per the agenda material. City Manager Vialpando stated that Council had requested information on the ruling, and he and City Attorney Rusin recently met with Lomita Station representatives to discuss enforcement options related to encampments in light of the Supreme Court’s decision.
City Attorney Rusin gave a synopsis of the ruling. Previously local municipalities were severely curtailed in regulating encampments, and as a result L.A. County Sheriff’s Department (LASD) deputies did not enforce anti-camping ordinances; however, this ruling has removed many enforcement restrictions. If the Council wishes to address the issue via City ordinance, it is recommended to specifically address the act of camping, the erection of sleeping structures, and the presence of camping equipment.
City Manager Vialpando stated that if criminal activities are taking place in an encampment, LASD will address them, but otherwise their approach has not changed; however, they are evaluating their stance, particularly in light of Governor Newsome’s Executive Order of July 25, 2024, to encourage cities to “clean up” their streets. LASD has no recommendations at this time, but they are happy to review any potential changes to enforcement that Council brings forward with County counsel. Staff recommends to Council to receive and file this report, to direct staff to return with an update on any significant developments relative to the laws or to LASD policy, or to direct staff to return with a draft ordinance addressing camping and storage of possessions in public areas.
Brief discussion took place relative to a past encampment on Oak Street in the City, the desire for a compassionate solution, and the need for solid coordination with LASD relative to enforcement.
As there were no requests from the public to speak on this item, and there was no further Council discussion, Mayor Uphoff invited a motion.
Councilmember Gazeley made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Segawa, to direct City Attorney Rusin to return with a draft ordinance adding an unlawful camping section to Lomita’s Municipal Code stating that it is unlawful for any person to camp or maintain an encampment in or upon any public property including any street, sidewalk, or park.
Definitions would be included in the ordinance.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, and Mayor Uphoff
NOES: Councilmember Waite
ABSENT: Mayor Pro Tem Waronek
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b. ALLOCATION OF ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR UPGRADES AND MAINTENANCE OF
THE CYPRESS WATER PRODUCTION FACILITY
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Appropriate an additional $400,000 plus 10% contingency for unexpected costs in the amount of $40,000 for a total not to exceed $440,000, inclusive of previously approved funding, from the Water Capital Fund for upgrades and maintenance of the Cypress Water Production Facility.
Deputy City Manager/Public Works Director Hernandez presented the staff report per the agenda material. Much progress has been made over the past six months and the project is nearing completion. Four granular activated carbon (GAC) tanks will improve Lomita’s water quality after the facility was shut down in 2019 due to the detection of benzene, and they will also assist in the removal of perfluorooctanesulfonic acid (PFOS), which is a contaminant of increasing concern. Once the final components are in place, testing of the tanks will proceed for purposes of obtaining the permit to operate the facility. Staff is confident that all permitting standards required by the Division of Drinking Water have been met. Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system upgrades are underway, and parts have been purchased to replace those that deteriorated while the facility was offline. In addition, modification to the existing backup generator or purchase of an automated generator are required, and some security upgrades should be considered.
Brief discussion took place relative to the timeline to get the facility back online and the cost of modifying the existing generator vs. purchase of a new one.
George Kivett, Lomita resident, remarked on the recent facility tour, spoke of the importance of backup generation and the need for better security at the site. He added that his water bill has increased exponentially in recent years unlike bills for other utilities.
As there were no further requests from the public to speak on this item and no further Council discussion, Mayor Uphoff invited a motion.
Councilmember Gazeley made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Segawa, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, and Mayor Uphoff NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Pro Tem Waronek
c. DISCUSSION AND CONSIDERATION TO ADOPT AN ORDINANCE TO INCORPORATE BY REFERENCE THE AMENDED TITLE 32 OF THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY FIRE CODE
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Read by title only and introduce a first reading of Ordinance No. 864; and schedule a public hearing and second reading of the Ordinance for the November 19, 2024, City Council meeting.
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Community and Economic Development Director Fernandez presented the staff report per the agenda material. It is customary for the City to adopt the County’s more restrictive standards compared to State codes. Fire and Building code updates take place every three years and this one fell off staff’s radar; this item was scheduled as soon as staff was made aware of the oversight.
As there were no requests from the public to speak on this item and no Council discussion, Mayor Uphoff invited a motion.
City Attorney Rusin read the title of the ordinance to be introduced.
Councilmember Waite made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Gazeley, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Segawa, Waite, and Mayor Uphoff NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Pro Tem Waronek
Introduced the following titled ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 864 – AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 3-1 (FIRE PREVENTION) OF TITLE 3 OF THE LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE; ADOPTING BY REFERENCE TITLE 32 (FIRE
CODE) OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE INCORPORATING BY REFERENCE THE 2022 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE WITH CERTAIN CHANGES AND AMENDMENTS THERETO; AND FINDING THE ACTION EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None scheduled.
10. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Uphoff adjourned the meeting at 6:45 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
_________________________________
Kathleen Horn Gregory, MMC, City Clerk
Adopted:
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CONSENT CALENDAR
AGENDA NO. 7.C.
December 3, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Administrative Services Department
DATE: December 3, 2024
SUBJECT: WARRANT REGISTER
PAYROLL REGISTER
December 3, 2024 TOTAL WARRANTS ISSUED: $661,851.44
Wires Transfers: 11231-11235
Prepay: 533721
Check Numbers: 533722-533804
Total Pages of Register: 11
November 15, 2024 TOTAL PAYROLL ISSUED: $135,246.72
I hereby certify that the demands or claims covered by the checks listed on pages 1 to 11 inclusive of the check register are accurate and funds are available for payment thereof:
_
Susan Kamada
Administrative Services Director
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Warrant Register
Lomita, CA By Vendor Name
Payment Dates 11/20/2024 - 12/3/2024
Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Amount Vendor: 7228 - #1 All Safe & Secure
533722 12/03/2024 #1 All Safe & Secure 10-2024 Pre-Employee Live Scan 40.00 Vendor 7228 - #1 All Safe & Secure Total: 40.00
Vendor: 0180 - Administrative Services Co-op, Inc.
533723 12/03/2024 Administrative Services Co-op,…241008 DAR October 24 8,939.32 Vendor 0180 - Administrative Services Co-op, Inc. Total: 8,939.32 Vendor: 7445 - All City Management Services, Inc.
533724 12/03/2024 All City Management Services, …97013 Crossing Guard Services 5,781.60 Vendor 7445 - All City Management Services, Inc. Total: 5,781.60 Vendor: 6664 - Alliant Insurance Services
533725 12/03/2024 Alliant Insurance Services 2891025 State of the City Event Insuran… 231.00 Vendor 6664 - Alliant Insurance Services Total: 231.00
Vendor: 4060 - Allianz Life Insurance Co.
533726 12/03/2024 Allianz Life Insurance Co. November 24 Employee Life Insurance Nov… 53.00 Vendor 4060 - Allianz Life Insurance Co. Total: 53.00
Vendor: 0545 - Allied Waste Transfer Services (BFI Falcon TS) 533727 12/03/2024 Allied Waste Transfer Services …4404-000022990 Dump Fee 1,689.57 Vendor 0545 - Allied Waste Transfer Services (BFI Falcon TS) Total: 1,689.57 Vendor: 12155 - Amazon Capital Services
533728 12/03/2024 Amazon Capital Services 1316-P3K3-TWRD Book Stand for Reading 22.03 533728 12/03/2024 Amazon Capital Services 19V6-9XF6-JFMG Cable 2.1 48Gbps High Speed … 154.20 533728 12/03/2024 Amazon Capital Services 1C19-LRQY-13VK 12-Cup Coffee Maker 286.64 533728 12/03/2024 Amazon Capital Services 1H49-VMT1-G971 Sign Holder Stand 8.5" X 11" 65.46 533728 12/03/2024 Amazon Capital Services 1MKN-GG6J-1PHH 30W 36LED Work Light with S… 98.76 533728 12/03/2024 Amazon Capital Services 1P1T-7QCH-JV1T Monthly Planner Calendar 10.90 533728 12/03/2024 Amazon Capital Services 1WH4-TJCN-V3CR Door and Wall Sign 105.84 533728 12/03/2024 Amazon Capital Services 1YTJ-YV3X-WGRJ Wall Calendar 12" X 17" 15.31 Vendor 12155 - Amazon Capital Services Total: 759.14
Vendor: 7408 - American Fidelity
11232 11/25/2024 American Fidelity D782218 Employee Life/Accident Insur… 707.40 11232 11/25/2024 American Fidelity D782218 Employee Life/Accident Insur… 40.68 11232 11/25/2024 American Fidelity D782218 Employee Life/Accident Insur… 67.80 11232 11/25/2024 American Fidelity D782218 Employee Life/Accident Insur… 108.00 11232 11/25/2024 American Fidelity D782218 Employee Life/Accident Insur… 234.10 Vendor 7408 - American Fidelity Total: 1,157.98
Vendor: 12969 - Ann Acker
533729 12/03/2024 Ann Acker 2004710.001 Refund-Picnic Shelter Deposit-… 40.00 Vendor 12969 - Ann Acker Total: 40.00
Vendor: 12257 - Aramsco Inc.
533730 12/03/2024 Aramsco Inc. S6713455.001 Black Liners B60 X H 36 X 58 1… 684.41 533730 12/03/2024 Aramsco Inc. S6713455.001 Black Liners B60 X H 38 X 58 1… 697.33 533730 12/03/2024 Aramsco Inc. S6713455.001 Nitrile Gloves 100-Pk 1,380.22 533730 12/03/2024 Aramsco Inc. S6713455.001 Black Liners 33 X H 39 250-Pk 106.70 Vendor 12257 - Aramsco Inc. Total: 2,868.66
Vendor: 6609 - AT&T
533731 12/03/2024 AT&T 22555411 Fax Services 30.85
Vendor 6609 - AT&T Total: 30.85
Vendor: 0415 - B.D. White Top Soil Co.
533732 12/03/2024 B.D. White Top Soil Co. 91454 Mix Dirt 122.38 Vendor 0415 - B.D. White Top Soil Co. Total: 122.38
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Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Amount Vendor: 4105 - Banc of California
11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 2,605.30 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 20,310.62 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 11.38 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 259.84 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 102.25 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 172.02 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 31.97 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 25.28 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 214.29 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 36.23 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 15.35 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 152.47 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 5.72 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 110.27 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 29.57 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 130.95 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 154.29 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 146.50 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 10.01 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 140.82 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 46.59 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 52.69 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 12.67 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 7.49 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 1.26 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 47.45 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 28.66 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 136.35 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 31.97 11233 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224 Federal & Medicare Taxes-Pay… 490.98 11234 11/26/2024 Banc of California PE112224A State Tax Withholdings-Pay E… 7,924.25 Vendor 4105 - Banc of California Total: 33,445.49
Vendor: 12252 - Barry Waite
533733 12/03/2024 Barry Waite 111724 Reimbursement for Hotel Cha… 1,269.60 Vendor 12252 - Barry Waite Total: 1,269.60
Vendor: 7477 - Best Best & Krieger, LLP
533734 12/03/2024 Best Best & Krieger, LLP 1007529 Special Services August 24 1,469.10 Vendor 7477 - Best Best & Krieger, LLP Total: 1,469.10
Vendor: 12940 - Blue Ridge Mechanical
533735 12/03/2024 Blue Ridge Mechanical 423 Connection of the Generator t… 36,366.00 533735 12/03/2024 Blue Ridge Mechanical 423 Connection Cable 1,292.00 Vendor 12940 - Blue Ridge Mechanical Total: 37,658.00
Vendor: 12762 - Brianna Rindge Soat
533736 12/03/2024 Brianna Rindge Soat 3 Reimbursement for Mailing F… 57.40 Vendor 12762 - Brianna Rindge Soat Total: 57.40
Vendor: 6687 - Canon Financial Services, Inc.
533737 12/03/2024 Canon Financial Services, Inc. 36524079 Public Work & Recreation Cop… 352.49 Vendor 6687 - Canon Financial Services, Inc. Total: 352.49 Vendor: 12501 - Charter Communications Operating, LLC
533738 12/03/2024 Charter Communications Ope… 127562601110124 Internet Services 398.42 533738 12/03/2024 Charter Communications Ope… 127562601110124 Internet Services 398.41 Vendor 12501 - Charter Communications Operating, LLC Total: 796.83 Vendor: 7235 - Cindy Segawa
533739 12/03/2024 Cindy Segawa 111824 Reimbursement for Jackets 62.68 Vendor 7235 - Cindy Segawa Total: 62.68
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Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Amount Vendor: 12703 - Clifford Sims
533740 12/03/2024 Clifford Sims 111924 Adult Basketball Scorekeeping 360.00 Vendor 12703 - Clifford Sims Total: 360.00
Vendor: 4040 - Colonial Insurance Co.
11231 11/20/2024 Colonial Insurance Co. 1120452 Employee Life/Accident Insur… 436.77 11231 11/20/2024 Colonial Insurance Co. 1120452 Employee Life/Accident Insur… 453.82 11231 11/20/2024 Colonial Insurance Co. 1120452 Employee Life/Accident Insur… 220.87 11231 11/20/2024 Colonial Insurance Co. 1120452 Employee Life/Accident Insur… 80.09 11231 11/20/2024 Colonial Insurance Co. 1120452 Employee Life/Accident Insur… 73.62 11231 11/20/2024 Colonial Insurance Co. 1120452 Employee Life/Accident Insur… 97.04 Vendor 4040 - Colonial Insurance Co. Total: 1,362.21
Vendor: 7371 - Corporate Payment Systems
533741 12/03/2024 Corporate Payment Systems H. Flores 102524 NRPA Certification Exam-R. M… 200.00 533741 12/03/2024 Corporate Payment Systems H. Flores 102524 Fence Rental 1,331.44 533741 12/03/2024 Corporate Payment Systems H. Flores 102524 Hotel for Staff Work Zone Safe… 519.64 Vendor 7371 - Corporate Payment Systems Total: 2,051.08 Vendor: 6757 - Dataprose, Inc.
533742 12/03/2024 Dataprose, Inc. 3P96424 Leak Inserts 317.20 Vendor 6757 - Dataprose, Inc. Total: 317.20
Vendor: 12704 - David Evans & Associates, Inc.
533743 12/03/2024 David Evans & Associates, Inc. 576056 Engineering Design-Street Rec… 1,605.50 533743 12/03/2024 David Evans & Associates, Inc. 576057 Engineering Design Services-N… 1,667.10 533743 12/03/2024 David Evans & Associates, Inc. 576057 Engineering Design Services-N… 732.10 Vendor 12704 - David Evans & Associates, Inc. Total: 4,004.70 Vendor: 1075 - Department of Justice
533744 12/03/2024 Department of Justice 774851 Live Scan October 24 64.00 Vendor 1075 - Department of Justice Total: 64.00
Vendor: 13174 - Devon Redman
533745 12/03/2024 Devon Redman 2004712.001 Refund-Sportball #9000.60 70.00 Vendor 13174 - Devon Redman Total: 70.00
Vendor: 7301 - Discount Playground Supply, Inc.
533746 12/03/2024 Discount Playground Supply, I… 179190 Tot Full Bucket Rubber Swing … 713.24 Vendor 7301 - Discount Playground Supply, Inc. Total: 713.24 Vendor: 13175 - Edith Young
533747 12/03/2024 Edith Young 2004713.001 Refund-Sportball #9000.60 70.00 Vendor 13175 - Edith Young Total: 70.00
Vendor: 12205 - Elite Equipment Rental, LLC
533748 12/03/2024 Elite Equipment Rental, LLC 17146 2021 Ring-O-Matic 550 4,079.25 Vendor 12205 - Elite Equipment Rental, LLC Total: 4,079.25 Vendor: 13176 - Erika Knox
533749 12/03/2024 Erika Knox 2004716.001 Refund-Sportball Soccer & T-B… 70.00 Vendor 13176 - Erika Knox Total: 70.00
Vendor: 2095 - Ewing Irrigation Products
533750 12/03/2024 Ewing Irrigation Products 24058289 Utility Shovel 16.13 533750 12/03/2024 Ewing Irrigation Products 24058289 Grass Seeds-King Tall fescue 2… 56.82 Vendor 2095 - Ewing Irrigation Products Total: 72.95
Vendor: 7116 - Ferguson Waterworks #1083
533751 12/03/2024 Ferguson Waterworks #1083 0029616 2" Neptune T-10 R900i Meter,… 5,244.37 533751 12/03/2024 Ferguson Waterworks #1083 0029616 1.5" Neptune T-10 R900i Mete… 3,867.57 533751 12/03/2024 Ferguson Waterworks #1083 0038078 Reg E-Coder R900i (v4) C/F 3/… 6,041.70 533751 12/03/2024 Ferguson Waterworks #1083 0038078 Reg E-Coder R900i (v4) C/F 5/… 6,041.70 533751 12/03/2024 Ferguson Waterworks #1083 0038078 Reg E-Coder R900i (v4) C/F 1 … 6,194.25 Vendor 7116 - Ferguson Waterworks #1083 Total: 27,389.59 Vendor: 13001 - Frederic Aboujaoude
533752 12/03/2024 Frederic Aboujaoude 111424 Mileage Reimbursement 44.22 Vendor 13001 - Frederic Aboujaoude Total: 44.22
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Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Amount Vendor: 13082 - Gallagher Benefits Services, Inc.
533753 12/03/2024 Gallagher Benefits Services, In…2024038078 Water Systems Superintenden… 6,000.00 Vendor 13082 - Gallagher Benefits Services, Inc. Total: 6,000.00 Vendor: 10807 - Gisel Lemus
533754 12/03/2024 Gisel Lemus 2004658.001 Refund-Tom Rico Deposit- Res… 200.00 Vendor 10807 - Gisel Lemus Total: 200.00
Vendor: 12061 - GovInvest Inc.
533755 12/03/2024 GovInvest Inc. 2022-4378 FY24 GASB 75 Roll-Forward Va… 725.00 533755 12/03/2024 GovInvest Inc. 2022-4378 FY24 GASB 75 Roll-Forward Va… 725.00 Vendor 12061 - GovInvest Inc. Total: 1,450.00
Vendor: 7118 - Gruber and Lopez, Inc.
533756 12/03/2024 Gruber and Lopez, Inc. 4757 Audited Financial Statements … 9,718.00 533756 12/03/2024 Gruber and Lopez, Inc. 4757 Audited Financial Statements … 9,718.00 Vendor 7118 - Gruber and Lopez, Inc. Total: 19,436.00
Vendor: 3036 - Harbor Freight Tools USA, Inc.
533757 12/03/2024 Harbor Freight Tools USA, Inc. 52dd379d O-Ring Assortment 382 PC 11.01 Vendor 3036 - Harbor Freight Tools USA, Inc. Total: 11.01 Vendor: 7144 - Hazen and Sawyer, P.C.
533758 12/03/2024 Hazen and Sawyer, P.C. 20007-010-0000039 Consulting Services-CWPF 31,997.50 Vendor 7144 - Hazen and Sawyer, P.C. Total: 31,997.50
Vendor: 13177 - Holly Danielson
533759 12/03/2024 Holly Danielson 2004717.001 Refund-Sportball Soccer & T-B… 70.00 Vendor 13177 - Holly Danielson Total: 70.00
Vendor: 3052 - Home Depot Credit Services
533760 12/03/2024 Home Depot Credit Services 3521119 Antibacterial All-Purpose Clea… 26.36 533760 12/03/2024 Home Depot Credit Services 3521390 Eye Bolt with Nut 3/8-16X4 35.00 533760 12/03/2024 Home Depot Credit Services 3521390 Drop-In Anchor 3/8" 11.44 533760 12/03/2024 Home Depot Credit Services 4803545 Ferrule & Stop Set 3 1/6 Alum… 15.45 533760 12/03/2024 Home Depot Credit Services 4803545 Clamp Set 3/32 & 1/8 Zinc 4-Pk 34.13 533760 12/03/2024 Home Depot Credit Services 4803545 Wire Rope 38.57 533760 12/03/2024 Home Depot Credit Services 4803545 1/8" x 250' Vinyl Coated Steel… 83.40 533760 12/03/2024 Home Depot Credit Services 527563d 1/2" X 6" Carbide Bit 12.65 533760 12/03/2024 Home Depot Credit Services 527563d 1/2" X 6" Drill Bit 13.86 533760 12/03/2024 Home Depot Credit Services 527563d Eye Bolt/Nut 43.92 533760 12/03/2024 Home Depot Credit Services 527563d Drop In Anchor 3/8" 15.06 533760 12/03/2024 Home Depot Credit Services 8528207 Flood LED Light 4-PK 24.73 Vendor 3052 - Home Depot Credit Services Total: 354.57
Vendor: 13184 - James Albert Dixon
533761 12/03/2024 James Albert Dixon 111824 Adult Soccer Referee Assignor… 204.00 Vendor 13184 - James Albert Dixon Total: 204.00
Vendor: 13178 - Jennica Tibbetts
533762 12/03/2024 Jennica Tibbetts 2004709.001 Refund-Sportball Soccer & T-B… 70.00 Vendor 13178 - Jennica Tibbetts Total: 70.00
Vendor: 7420 - JFS Care
533763 12/03/2024 JFS Care October 24 Services-Lifeline October 24 741.00 Vendor 7420 - JFS Care Total: 741.00
Vendor: 12069 - Joe A. Gonsalves & Son
533764 12/03/2024 Joe A. Gonsalves & Son 162083 Consulting Services November… 3,000.00 Vendor 12069 - Joe A. Gonsalves & Son Total: 3,000.00
Vendor: 13185 - John Campos
533765 12/03/2024 John Campos 112024 Reimbursement for Tuition 407.00 Vendor 13185 - John Campos Total: 407.00
Vendor: 7498 - Johnson Controls Security Solutions
533766 12/03/2024 Johnson Controls Security Solu…40753971 Museum Security December 2… 302.48 Vendor 7498 - Johnson Controls Security Solutions Total: 302.48 Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *33
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Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Amount Vendor: 13179 - Jon Redgrift
533767 12/03/2024 Jon Redgrift 2004714.001 Refund-Sportball #9000.60 70.00 Vendor 13179 - Jon Redgrift Total: 70.00
Vendor: 13180 - Julie Curiel
533768 12/03/2024 Julie Curiel 2004715.001 Refund-Sportball Soccer & T-B… 70.00 Vendor 13180 - Julie Curiel Total: 70.00
Vendor: 13181 - Justin Kitamura
533769 12/03/2024 Justin Kitamura 2004711.001 Refund-Picnic Shelter Deposit-… 75.00 Vendor 13181 - Justin Kitamura Total: 75.00
Vendor: 3130 - L.A. County Department of Animal Care & Control 533770 12/03/2024 L.A. County Department of An…October 24 Animal Housing October 24 -1,129.00 533770 12/03/2024 L.A. County Department of An…October 24 Animal Housing October 24 10,361.56 Vendor 3130 - L.A. County Department of Animal Care & Control Total: 9,232.56 Vendor: 3187 - L.A. County Department of Public Works
533771 12/03/2024 L.A. County Department of Pu… RE-PW-24111202394 Industrial Waste October 24 3,447.09 533771 12/03/2024 L.A. County Department of Pu… RE-PW-24111202448 Traffic Engineering Advisory O… 238.83 Vendor 3187 - L.A. County Department of Public Works Total: 3,685.92 Vendor: 3048 - L.A. County Sheriff's Department
533772 12/03/2024 L.A. County Sheriff's Departm… 251031TZ October 24 314,951.93 533772 12/03/2024 L.A. County Sheriff's Departm… 251031TZ October 24 39,264.82 533772 12/03/2024 L.A. County Sheriff's Departm… 251122MR Traffic Enforcement October … 439.47 Vendor 3048 - L.A. County Sheriff's Department Total: 354,656.22 Vendor: 3331 - Lee's Tires
533773 12/03/2024 Lee's Tires 91429 Mower Tire Replacement-Parts 95.98 533773 12/03/2024 Lee's Tires 91429 Mower Tire Replacement-Lab… 19.59 533773 12/03/2024 Lee's Tires 91830 2006 Ford Pickup F350 Oil Ch… 22.45 533773 12/03/2024 Lee's Tires 91830 2006 Ford Pickup F350 Oil Ch… 58.06 533773 12/03/2024 Lee's Tires 91960 2018 Ford Transit Connect Oil… 14.20 533773 12/03/2024 Lee's Tires 91960 2018 Ford Transit Connect Oil… 52.25 Vendor 3331 - Lee's Tires Total: 262.53
Vendor: 6859 - Los Altos Trophy
533774 12/03/2024 Los Altos Trophy 96730 Gold Column, Generic Volleyb… 269.57 533774 12/03/2024 Los Altos Trophy 96730 Gold Column Generic Football… 206.66 533774 12/03/2024 Los Altos Trophy 96730 8-1/2" Male Antique Gold Res… 44.65 533774 12/03/2024 Los Altos Trophy 96730 Bronze Volleyball Medal 351.92 533774 12/03/2024 Los Altos Trophy 96730 Gold Volleyball, Casting on Bo… 43.66 533774 12/03/2024 Los Altos Trophy 96730 Bronze Football Medal 142.00 533774 12/03/2024 Los Altos Trophy 96730 Silver Volleyball Medal 129.65 533774 12/03/2024 Los Altos Trophy 96730 Green Generic Volleyball Figu… 73.92 533774 12/03/2024 Los Altos Trophy 96730 Red Generic Volleyball Figure 73.92 533774 12/03/2024 Los Altos Trophy 96730 Silver Football Medal 142.00 533774 12/03/2024 Los Altos Trophy 96730 Silver Column Generic Football… 192.72 533774 12/03/2024 Los Altos Trophy 96730 Silver Column, Generic Volley… 251.37 Vendor 6859 - Los Altos Trophy Total: 1,922.04
Vendor: 6020 - Mark Waronek
533775 12/03/2024 Mark Waronek 102324 Reimbursement for Mileage &… 944.44 533775 12/03/2024 Mark Waronek 111724 Reimbursement for Room Cha… 1,487.59 533775 12/03/2024 Mark Waronek 111824 Reimbursement for Mileage &… 40.62 Vendor 6020 - Mark Waronek Total: 2,472.65
Vendor: 3085 - Mark's Lock & Safe, Inc.
533776 12/03/2024 Mark's Lock & Safe, Inc. 0000037134 Access Cards 445.41 533776 12/03/2024 Mark's Lock & Safe, Inc. 0000037604 Keys 84.23 533776 12/03/2024 Mark's Lock & Safe, Inc. 0000037614 Maintenance July-September … 300.00 Vendor 3085 - Mark's Lock & Safe, Inc. Total: 829.64
Vendor: 7247 - Michael Baker International, Inc.
533777 12/03/2024 Michael Baker International, I… 1230046 Consulting Services-CDBG Reh… 960.00 Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *34
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Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Amount 533777 12/03/2024 Michael Baker International, I… 1230046 Consulting Services-CDBG Lifel… 2,951.20 Vendor 7247 - Michael Baker International, Inc. Total: 3,911.20 Vendor: 3217 - MissionSquare Retirement
11235 11/26/2024 MissionSquare Retirement PE112224 Deferred Compensation Pay D… 2,859.61 Vendor 3217 - MissionSquare Retirement Total: 2,859.61
Vendor: 13173 - National-Corrosion
533778 12/03/2024 National-Corrosion 111924 Reimbursement of Unused De… 773.93 Vendor 13173 - National-Corrosion Total: 773.93
Vendor: 6594 - Office Depot Business Solutions, LLC
533779 12/03/2024 Office Depot Business Solutio… 394106636001 Document Cover 6-Ct 75.19 533779 12/03/2024 Office Depot Business Solutio… 395936030001 Copy Paper 103.61 Vendor 6594 - Office Depot Business Solutions, LLC Total: 178.80 Vendor: 7143 - Onward Engineering
533780 12/03/2024 Onward Engineering 7741 Engineering Design-247th Str… 540.00 533780 12/03/2024 Onward Engineering 7742 Design Services for Zone G Wa… 7,824.00 533780 12/03/2024 Onward Engineering 7743 Engineering Design Services-L… 520.00 533780 12/03/2024 Onward Engineering 7762B Alta Vista Ave Pipe Replacem… 6,031.25 Vendor 7143 - Onward Engineering Total: 14,915.25
Vendor: 13156 - Owen Martin
533781 12/03/2024 Owen Martin 111824 Adult Basketball Scorekeeping 135.00 Vendor 13156 - Owen Martin Total: 135.00
Vendor: 12916 - Partytime Ice
533782 12/03/2024 Partytime Ice 82300 Snow for Tree Lighting Event 7,500.00 Vendor 12916 - Partytime Ice Total: 7,500.00
Vendor: 13096 - Peter-Paul Bassily
533783 12/03/2024 Peter-Paul Bassily 111924 Adult Basketball Scorekeeping 180.00 Vendor 13096 - Peter-Paul Bassily Total: 180.00
Vendor: 7223 - Pitney Bowes Global Financial Services LLC. 533784 12/03/2024 Pitney Bowes Global Financial …3106916462 September 24-December 24 P… 428.05 Vendor 7223 - Pitney Bowes Global Financial Services LLC. Total: 428.05 Vendor: 3125 - Postmaster
533785 12/03/2024 Postmaster 102124 Postage 2024 Winter Newslet… 1,051.48 Vendor 3125 - Postmaster Total: 1,051.48
Vendor: 12907 - Psomas
533786 12/03/2024 Psomas 215330 Sewer Master Plan-10% Conti… 2,439.13 Vendor 12907 - Psomas Total: 2,439.13
Vendor: 13059 - Rheziel Dacumos
533787 12/03/2024 Rheziel Dacumos 103124 Reimbursement for Mileage &… 834.01 Vendor 13059 - Rheziel Dacumos Total: 834.01
Vendor: 7209 - Rincon Consultants Inc.
533788 12/03/2024 Rincon Consultants Inc. 61034 Lomita Water System Improv… 3,033.75 Vendor 7209 - Rincon Consultants Inc. Total: 3,033.75
Vendor: 13172 - Schachiel Corp DBA CTP Solutions
533789 12/03/2024 Schachiel Corp DBA CTP Soluti…218485 Payroll Checks-11" Reflex Blue… 370.23 533789 12/03/2024 Schachiel Corp DBA CTP Soluti…218485 Payroll Checks-11" Reflex Blue… 232.08 Vendor 13172 - Schachiel Corp DBA CTP Solutions Total: 602.31 Vendor: 7394 - Sharmone P. La Rose
533790 12/03/2024 Sharmone P. La Rose 111824 Gentle Yoga Class Instructor 745.50 Vendor 7394 - Sharmone P. La Rose Total: 745.50
Vendor: 5050 - Southern California Edison Co.
533721 11/26/2024 Southern California Edison Co. 700037130331-111524 City Hall 4,992.17 533721 11/26/2024 Southern California Edison Co. 700315053620-111524 Lomita Park 19.93 533721 11/26/2024 Southern California Edison Co. 700480902095-112024 Narbonne Pedestrian Crosswa… 139.68 Vendor 5050 - Southern California Edison Co. Total: 5,151.78 Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *35
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Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Amount Vendor: 1005 - Southern California News Group
533791 12/03/2024 Southern California News Gro… 103124 Ads-Nominees for Public Office 330.21 533791 12/03/2024 Southern California News Gro… 103124 Ads-Adopting Ordinance #863 263.06 533791 12/03/2024 Southern California News Gro… 103124 Ads-Adopted Ordinance #863 311.02 Vendor 1005 - Southern California News Group Total: 904.29 Vendor: 4667 - Susan Kamada
533792 12/03/2024 Susan Kamada 112524 Employee Appreciation Raffle … 1,500.00 Vendor 4667 - Susan Kamada Total: 1,500.00
Vendor: 13114 - T & G Global LLC
533793 12/03/2024 T & G Global LLC 3482 Tree Lighting Event-5mm LED… 525.00 Vendor 13114 - T & G Global LLC Total: 525.00
Vendor: 13050 - TDG Engineering, Inc.
533794 12/03/2024 TDG Engineering, Inc. 02LAX00250_4 Citywide School Loading Zone… 17,288.47 Vendor 13050 - TDG Engineering, Inc. Total: 17,288.47
Vendor: 6085 - Thompson Building Materials
533795 12/03/2024 Thompson Building Materials IV-I74898 Portable Concrete Saw 2,958.24 533795 12/03/2024 Thompson Building Materials IV-I74898-01 8" Concrete Blade 390.76 533795 12/03/2024 Thompson Building Materials IV-I75255 24" Push Broom 51.28 533795 12/03/2024 Thompson Building Materials IV-I75255 Heavy Duty Corn Broom 23.66 533795 12/03/2024 Thompson Building Materials IV-I75255 WD-40 8 oz 10.11 533795 12/03/2024 Thompson Building Materials IV-I75255 Baron Bag 14X26 55.12 533795 12/03/2024 Thompson Building Materials IV-I75690 25' Tape Measure 2-Pk 30.50 533795 12/03/2024 Thompson Building Materials IV-I75783 Plaster Sand Scoop 49.53 533795 12/03/2024 Thompson Building Materials IV-I75783 Leaf Rake 38.79 533795 12/03/2024 Thompson Building Materials IV-I75783 Latex Coated Glove 2.45 533795 12/03/2024 Thompson Building Materials IV-I75784 Baron Bag 12 X 26 Ply Bag 55.13 533795 12/03/2024 Thompson Building Materials V-I75431 Lumber Fee 0.48 533795 12/03/2024 Thompson Building Materials V-I75431 2 X 4 X 16 Lumber 52.74 Vendor 6085 - Thompson Building Materials Total: 3,718.79 Vendor: 9100 - Tripepi Smith and Associates
533796 12/03/2024 Tripepi Smith and Associates 13552 Citywide Communication & E… 3,514.44 533796 12/03/2024 Tripepi Smith and Associates 13552 Citywide Communication & E… 3,514.44 Vendor 9100 - Tripepi Smith and Associates Total: 7,028.88 Vendor: 6477 - Verizon Wireless Government Mkts
533797 12/03/2024 Verizon Wireless Government… 9978777326 Employee Phone Charge-Co… 37.55 Vendor 6477 - Verizon Wireless Government Mkts Total: 37.55 Vendor: 13182 - Virginia Allison Butler
533798 12/03/2024 Virginia Allison Butler 2004708.001 Refund-Dog Obedience #9000… 120.84 Vendor 13182 - Virginia Allison Butler Total: 120.84
Vendor: 4130 - Vision Service Plan (CA)
533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 821646528 Cobra-November 2024 56.56 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 821646528 Cobra-November 2024 22.95 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 821646528 Cobra-November 2024 10.33 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 821646528 Cobra-November 2024 12.62 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 440.09 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 59.67 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 16.06 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 42.40 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 22.95 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 22.95 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 38.24 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 36.73 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 68.85 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 41.31 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 111.78 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 22.97 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 2.30 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 4.59 Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *36
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Payment Number Payment Date Vendor Name Payable Number Description (Item) Amount 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 9.18 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 4.59 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 37.09 533799 12/03/2024 Vision Service Plan (CA) 82646568 Employee Vision Insurance-N… 91.15 Vendor 4130 - Vision Service Plan (CA) Total: 1,175.36
Vendor: 7373 - Wells Fargo Vendor Financial Services
533800 12/03/2024 Wells Fargo Vendor Financial … 5032084267 70C55 Copier Lease November… 342.43 Vendor 7373 - Wells Fargo Vendor Financial Services Total: 342.43 Vendor: 7063 - Westfield Electric
533801 12/03/2024 Westfield Electric 3758 Light Fixture 1,700.00 533801 12/03/2024 Westfield Electric 3758 Skylift Rental 2,500.00 533801 12/03/2024 Westfield Electric 3758 Replace Light Bulbs at Baseball… 1,380.00 533801 12/03/2024 Westfield Electric 3758 Light Bulb 500.00 Vendor 7063 - Westfield Electric Total: 6,080.00
Vendor: 12211 - Willdan Financial Services
533802 12/03/2024 Willdan Financial Services 010-60364 Consulting Services-Parks & S… 1,370.00 Vendor 12211 - Willdan Financial Services Total: 1,370.00 Vendor: 12250 - William D. Uphoff
533803 12/03/2024 William D. Uphoff 111324 Reimbursement for Airfare 176.00 533803 12/03/2024 William D. Uphoff 111524 Reimbursement for Room Cha… 1,695.66 Vendor 12250 - William D. Uphoff Total: 1,871.66
Vendor: 13118 - Zaynab Qazi
533804 12/03/2024 Zaynab Qazi 111424 Reimbursement for Mileage &… 134.72 Vendor 13118 - Zaynab Qazi Total: 134.72
Grand Total: 661,851.44
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Report Summary
Fund Summary
Fund Payment Amount
100 - General Fund 473,292.05
205 - State Gas Tax 6,717.50
215 - Community Development Block Grant 4,652.20
220 - Proposition A Local Return 8,954.29
225 - Proposition C Local Return 520.00
255 - Park Athletic 2,813.12
311 - Street Improvement 20,561.07
510 - Water Operations 54,085.48
520 - Water Capital 87,816.60
612 - Sewer Replacement 2,439.13
Grand Total: 661,851.44
Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
100-000-2424.000 Management Trust 1,500.00
100-000-2535.000 Accident Insurance 1,144.17
100-000-2545.000 Vision Insurance 519.60
100-000-2550.000 Federal Withholding 22,915.92
100-000-2555.000 State Withholding 7,924.25
100-000-2560.000 Deferred Compensation 2,859.61
100-000-4455.000 Parks and Recreation Fe… 610.84
100-000-4465.000 Animal Care and Control -1,129.00
100-000-4510.000 Park Rentals 315.00
100-110-5207.000 Medicare 11.38
100-110-5430.000 Conferences and Meetin… 5,613.91
100-110-5755.000 Special Department Supp… 62.68
100-120-5305.000 Legal Services 1,469.10
100-125-5205.000 Health Insurance 513.49
100-125-5207.000 Medicare 259.84
100-125-5345.000 Contractual Services 7,884.44
100-130-5205.000 Health Insurance 16.06
100-130-5207.000 Medicare 102.25
100-130-5410.000 Advertising 904.29
100-130-5505.000 Office Supplies and Expe… 211.73
100-130-5710.000 Equipment Maintenance 428.05
100-130-5755.000 Special Department Supp… 286.64
100-210-5205.000 Health Insurance 263.27
100-210-5207.000 Medicare 172.02
100-210-5310.000 Auditors 10,443.00
100-210-5430.000 Conferences and Meetin… 834.01
100-210-5505.000 Office Supplies and Expe… 370.23
100-230-5207.000 Medicare 31.97
100-230-5345.000 Contractual Services 104.00
100-330-5320.000 Sheriff Contract 315,391.40
100-330-5323.000 Liability Trust Fund 39,264.82
100-335-5205.000 Health Insurance 22.95
100-335-5207.000 Medicare 25.28
100-335-5345.000 Contractual Services 6,188.60
100-335-5505.000 Office Supplies and Expe… 15.31
100-336-5325.000 Animal Care and Control 10,361.56
100-410-5205.000 Health Insurance 22.95
100-410-5207.000 Medicare 265.87
100-410-5415.000 Communications 37.55
100-410-5430.000 Conferences and Meetin… 134.72
100-440-5345.000 Contractual Services 398.42
100-440-5415.000 Communications 30.85
100-440-5525.000 Equipment Under $5k 211.60
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Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
100-440-5605.000 Rents and Leases 694.92
100-605-5205.000 Health Insurance 48.57
100-605-5207.000 Medicare 158.19
100-605-5345.000 Contractual Services 3,685.92
100-605-5420.000 Mileage Reimbursement 44.22
100-610-5205.000 Health Insurance 77.41
100-610-5207.000 Medicare 110.27
100-710-5205.000 Health Insurance 68.85
100-710-5207.000 Medicare 160.52
100-710-5405.000 Utilities 4,992.17
100-710-5510.000 Small Tools 26.51
100-710-5705.000 General Maintenance 7,343.54
100-730-5205.000 Health Insurance 41.31
100-730-5207.000 Medicare 300.79
100-730-5345.000 Contractual Services 745.50
100-730-5410.000 Advertising 1,051.48
100-730-5505.000 Office Supplies and Expe… 65.46
100-735-5460.000 Insurance - Liability and … 231.00
100-735-5755.000 Special Department Supp… 8,123.76
100-740-5205.000 Health Insurance 111.78
100-740-5207.000 Medicare 150.83
100-740-5405.000 Utilities 19.93
100-740-5435.000 Training and Education 200.00
100-740-5510.000 Small Tools 121.57
100-740-5705.000 General Maintenance 5,157.77
100-740-5710.000 Equipment Maintenance 196.08
100-750-5207.000 Medicare 46.59
100-750-5345.000 Contractual Services 302.48
205-610-5205.000 Health Insurance 90.77
205-610-5207.000 Medicare 52.69
205-610-5405.000 Utilities 139.68
205-610-5435.000 Training and Education 519.64
205-610-5605.000 Rents and Leases 4,079.25
205-610-5705.000 General Maintenance 1,794.23
205-620-5510.000 Small Tools 38.79
205-620-5705.000 General Maintenance 2.45
215-540-5340.000 Professional Services 960.00
215-550-5340.000 Professional Services 2,951.20
215-550-5345.000 Contractual Services 741.00
220-340-5205.000 Health Insurance 2.30
220-340-5207.000 Medicare 12.67
220-340-5345.000 Contractual Services 8,939.32
225-810-5806.382 Lomita Blvd. Emergency … 520.00
255-760-5205.000 Health Insurance 4.59
255-760-5207.000 Medicare 7.49
255-760-5335.163 Adult Soccer Official/Sco… 879.00
255-760-5506.000 Sport Supplies 1,922.04
311-810-5806.352 School Traffic Circulation 17,288.47
311-810-5806.368 Street Reconstruction - … 1,605.50
311-810-5806.374 Narbonne South Street … 1,667.10
510-000-4720.000 Water Billing Fees 773.93
510-110-5207.000 Medicare 1.26
510-125-5205.000 Health Insurance 89.27
510-125-5207.000 Medicare 47.45
510-130-5205.000 Health Insurance 4.59
510-130-5207.000 Medicare 28.66
510-220-5205.000 Health Insurance 218.71
510-220-5207.000 Medicare 136.35
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Account Summary
Account Number Account Name Payment Amount
510-220-5310.000 Auditors 10,443.00
510-220-5505.000 Office Supplies and Expe… 232.08
510-230-5207.000 Medicare 31.97
510-230-5340.000 Professional Services 6,000.00
510-440-5345.000 Contractual Services 398.41
510-630-5205.000 Health Insurance 487.91
510-630-5207.000 Medicare 490.98
510-630-5340.000 Professional Services 3,514.44
510-630-5411.000 Customer Notifications 317.20
510-630-5525.000 Equipment Under $5k 3,349.00
510-630-5704.000 Meter Replacement 9,111.94
510-630-5705.000 General Maintenance 18,341.88
510-630-5710.000 Equipment Maintenance 66.45
520-840-5820.134 Emergency Generator 37,658.00
520-840-5821.333 Zone G Pipe Replacement 7,824.00
520-840-5821.357 246th-247th-247th Pl - … 540.00
520-840-5821.365 CWPF Upgrades Project 31,997.50
520-840-5821.374 Narbonne South Water … 3,765.85
520-840-5821.383 Alta Vista Pipe Replace… 6,031.25
612-910-5345.000 Contractual Services 2,439.13
Grand Total: 661,851.44
Project Account Summary
Project Account Key Payment Amount
**None** 552,953.77
246th St., 247th Pl., 247th St.-Western 540.00
311-Street Reconstruction-Zone G 1,605.50
520.134 37,658.00
520-Narbonne South Pipe Replacement 3,765.85
Alta Vista Ave Pipe Replacement 6,031.25
Cypress Water Production 31,997.50
Lomita Blvd. Emergency Repair 520.00
Narbonne Street Reconstruction 1,667.10
School Traffic Circulation 17,288.47
Zone G Pipe Replacement 7,824.00
Grand Total: 661,851.44
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1 TO: City Council
FROM: Andrew Vialpando, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Kathleen Gregory, City Clerk
MEETING DATE: December 3, 2024
SUBJECT: Renewal of the Professional Services Agreement with Administrative Services Co-Op for the Dial-A-Ride Program (DAR)
RECOMMENDATION
Authorize the City Manager to execute a one-year contract renewal with Administrative Services Co-Op to provide Dial-a-Ride (DAR) program services.
BACKGROUND
The City of Lomita currently provides Dial-a-Ride (DAR) services to senior and disabled citizens. The service is subsidized entirely through the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) funds. The program provides taxicab rides for eligible Lomita residents who are either seniors (aged 60 or older) or disabled. Regardless of the pickup location or the destination location (within the specified service are), each ride costs participants one ($1) dollar. A round trip costs participants two ($2) dollars.
Participants can simply pay to their account in advance up to a total of 40 trips per month. If not all 40 trips are used in the month, the money is carried over to the next month. The City funds the discounted fares using its allocations of MTA Prop A funds. The one ($1) dollar fee has not increased for several years, which has been beneficial for the residents/participants.
Lomita Service Area and Satellite Points
Often times the destination of riders is a medical appointment, or some other necessary function in which the transportation is safely provided and available 24 hours a day. Should a participant pickup or destination location be outside the service area or an approved satellite point of the program, the participant is expected to pay the flag drop and standard rate for service as listed.
CITY OF LOMITA
CITY COUNCIL REPORT
Item No. 7d
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2 The City is currently exploring ways to improve services to our residents through expanded or amended services, expanded service areas, or alternative methods of transportation that may be available. In the meantime, it is recommended that the City Council approve the one-year agreement with ASC to allow the existing services to continue to be available for residents.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact to the general fund. The funding subsidy is an eligible expense for this program using Prop A funds in which typical annual expenditures are approximately $270,000 including staff time and all related services for the program. The City’s existing annual allocations of MTA funds are more than sufficient to cover these costs.
OPTIONS
1. Approve recommended action.
2. Provide alternate direction.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Contract for Professional Services
2. Scope of Services (Exhibit A)
3. Taxicab rates (Exhibit B)
4. Satellite Points (Exhibit C)
Reviewed by: Approved by:
_______________________ ______________________
Gary Y. Sugano Andrew Vialpando
Assistant City Manager City Manager
Prepared by:
.
__________________________
Kathleen Gregory, City Clerk
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CONTRACT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
BETWEEN
THE CITY OF LOMITA AND ASCo-Op
This AGREEMENT is entered into this 19th day of December 2024, by and between the CITY OF LOMITA, a general law city and municipal corporation (“CITY”) and Administrative Services Co-Op, (ASC) (“CONTRACTOR”).
R E C I T A L S
A. CITY does not have the personnel able and/or available to perform the services required under this agreement.
B. Therefore, CITY desires to contract out for services for the CITY’s Dial-A-Ride Program, (“DAR”).
C. CONTRACTOR warrants to CITY that it has the qualifications, experience and facilities to perform properly and timely the services under this Agreement.
D. CITY desires to contract with CONTRACTOR to perform the services as described in Exhibit A of this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, based on the foregoing recitals, CITY and CONTRACTOR agree as follows:
1. CONSIDERATION AND COMPENSATION.
A. As partial consideration, CONTRACTOR agrees to perform the work listed in the SCOPE OF SERVICES, attached as Exhibit A;
B. As additional consideration, CONTRACTOR and CITY agree to abide by the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement;
C. As additional consideration, CITY agrees to pay CONTRACTOR in accordance with the COMPENSATION SCHEDULE attached as Exhibit B.
D. As additional consideration, CITY and CONTRACTOR agree to the MAP OF SERVICE AREA and DEFINITION OF SATELLITE POINTS attached as Exhibit C;
E. No additional compensation shall be paid for any other expenses incurred, unless first approved by the City Manager or his designee.
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Attachment No. 1
F. Provided the CONTRACTOR is not in default under the terms of this Agreement, CONTRACTOR shall be paid by the CITY in accordance with the compensation schedule attached as EXHIBIT B. The CITY shall pay the CONTRACTOR all uncontested amounts set forth in the CONTRACTOR’s bill within 30 days after it is received.
2. SCOPE OF SERVICES.
A. CONTRACTOR will perform the services and activities set forth in the SCOPE OF SERVICES attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by this reference.
If any part of Exhibit A is inconsistent with the terms of this Agreement, the terms of this Agreement shall control.
B. Except as herein otherwise expressly specified to be furnished by CITY, CONTRACTOR will, in a professional manner, furnish all of the labor, technical, administrative, professional and other personnel, all supplies and materials, equipment, printing, vehicles, transportation, office space, and facilities necessary or proper to perform and complete the work and provide the professional services required of CONTRACTOR by this Agreement.
3. PAYMENTS. For CITY to pay CONTRACTOR as specified by this Agreement, CONTRACTOR must submit an invoice to CITY which lists the reimbursable costs and specific tasks performed in accordance with the procedures set forth in EXHIBIT A and EXHIBIT B.
4. TIME OF PERFORMANCE. The services of CONTRACTOR are to commence upon receipt of a notice to proceed from CITY and shall continue until all authorized work is completed to CITY’s reasonable satisfaction, in accordance with the schedule incorporated in “Exhibit A,” unless extended in writing by CITY.
5. FAMILIARITY WITH WORK. By executing this Agreement, CONTRACTOR represents that CONTRACTOR has (a) thoroughly investigated and considered the scope of services to be performed; (b) carefully considered how the services should be performed; and (c) understands the facilities, difficulties, and restrictions attending performance of the services under this Agreement.
6. KEY PERSONNEL. CONTRACTOR’s key person assigned to perform work under this Agreement is City Manager’s Department representative. CONTRACTOR shall not assign another person to be in charge of the work contemplated by this AGREEMENT without the prior written authorization of the CITY. The City Manager or his designee is designated as the “City Representative” authorized to act in its behalf with respect to the work and services specified in this Agreement and to make all decisions in connection with this AGREEMENT. Whenever approval, directions, or other actions are required by CITY under this AGREEMENT, those actions will be taken by the City Representative, unless otherwise stated. The CITY’s City Manager has the right to designate another City Representative at any time, by providing notice to the CONTRACTOR.
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7. TERM OF AGREEMENT. The term of this Agreement shall commence upon execution by both parties and shall expire on December 31, 2025, unless earlier termination occurs under Section 11 of this Agreement or extended in writing in advance by both parties.
8. CHANGES. CITY may order changes in the services within the general scope of this Agreement, consisting of additions, deletions, or other revisions, and the contract sum and the contract time will be adjusted accordingly. All such changes must be authorized in writing, executed by CONTRACTOR and CITY. The cost or credit to CITY resulting from changes in the services will be determined in accordance with written agreement between the parties.
9. TAXPAYER IDENTIFICATION NUMBER. CONTRACTOR will provide CITY with a Taxpayer Identification Number.
10. PERMITS AND LICENSES. CONTRACTOR will obtain and maintain during the term of this Agreement all permits, licenses, and certificates that may be required by local, state and federal laws in connection with the performance of services under this Agreement, including a business license as specified in Title VI, Chapter 2 of the Lomita Municipal Code.
11. LAWS AND REGULATIONS; EMPLOYEE/LABOR CERTIFICATION.
CONTRACTOR shall keep itself fully informed of and in compliance with all local, state and federal laws, rules and regulations in any manner affecting the performance of the Project or the Services, including all Cal/OSHA requirements, and shall give all notices required by law. CONTRACTOR shall be liable for all violations of such laws and regulations in connection with the Services and this Agreement. All violations of such laws and regulations shall be grounds for CITY to terminate the Agreement for cause.
12. TERMINATION.
A. Except as otherwise provided, CITY may terminate this Agreement at any time with or without cause. Notice of termination shall be in writing.
B. CONTRACTOR may terminate this Agreement. Notice will be in writing at least 30 days before the effective termination date.
C. In the event of such termination, CONTRACTOR shall cease services as of the date of termination, all finished or unfinished documents, data, drawings, maps, and other materials prepared by CONTRACTOR shall, at CITY’s option, become CITY’s property, and CONTRACTOR will receive just and equitable compensation for any work satisfactorily completed up to the effective date of notice of termination.
D. Should the Agreement be terminated pursuant to this Section, CITY may procure on its own terms services similar to those terminated.
13. INDEMNIFICATION.
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A. CONTRACTOR shall indemnify, defend with counsel approved by CITY, and hold harmless CITY, its officers, officials, employees and volunteers from and against all liability, loss, damage, expense, cost (including without limitation reasonable attorneys fees, expert fees and all other costs and fees of litigation) of every nature arising out of or in connection with CONTRACTOR's performance of work hereunder or its failure to comply with any of its obligations contained in this AGREEMENT, regardless of CITY’S passive negligence, but excepting such loss or damage which is caused by the sole active negligence or willful misconduct of CITY. Should CITY in its sole discretion find CONTRACTOR’S legal counsel unacceptable, then CONTRACTOR shall reimburse CITY its costs of defense, including without limitation reasonable attorneys fees, expert fees and all other costs and fees of litigation.
CONTRACTOR shall promptly pay any final judgment rendered against CITY (and its officers, officials, employees and volunteers) covered by this indemnity obligation. It is expressly understood and agreed that the foregoing provisions are intended to be as broad and inclusive as is permitted by the law of the State of California and will survive termination of this Agreement.
B. The requirements as to the types and limits of insurance coverage to be maintained by CONTRACTOR as required by Section 17, and any approval of said insurance by CITY, are not intended to and will not in any manner limit or qualify the liabilities and obligations otherwise assumed by CONTRACTOR pursuant to this Agreement, including, without limitation, to the provisions concerning indemnification.
14. ASSIGNABILITY. This Agreement is for CONTRACTOR’s professional services.
CONTRACTOR’s attempts to assign the benefits or burdens of this Agreement without CITY’s written approval are prohibited and will be null and void.
15. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR. CITY and CONTRACTOR agree that CONTRACTOR will act as an independent contractor and will have control of all work and the manner in which is it performed. CONTRACTOR will be free to contract for similar service to be performed for other employers while under contract with CITY. CONTRACTOR is not an agent or employee of CITY and is not entitled to participate in any pension plan, insurance, bonus or similar benefits CITY provides for its employees. Any provision in this Agreement that may appear to give CITY the right to direct CONTRACTOR as to the details of doing the work or to exercise a measure of control over the work means that CONTRACTOR will follow the direction of the CITY as to end results of the work only.
16. AUDIT OF RECORDS.
A. CONTRACTOR agrees that CITY, or designee, has the right to review, obtain, and copy all records pertaining to the performance of this Agreement.
CONTRACTOR agrees to provide CITY, or designee, with any relevant information requested and will permit CITY, or designee, access to its premises, upon reasonable notice, during normal business hours for the Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *46
purpose of interviewing employees and inspecting and copying such books, records, accounts, and other material that may be relevant to a matter under investigation for the purpose of determining compliance with this Agreement.
CONTRACTOR further agrees to maintain such records for a period of three (3) years following final payment under this Agreement.
B. CONTRACTOR will keep all books, records, accounts and documents pertaining to this Agreement separate from other activities unrelated to this Agreement.
17. CORRECTIVE MEASURES. CONTRACTOR will promptly implement any corrective measures required by CITY regarding the requirements and obligations of this Agreement. CONTRACTOR will be given a reasonable amount of time as determined by CITY to implement said corrective measures. Failure of CONTRACTOR to implement required corrective measures shall result in immediate termination of this Agreement.
18. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS.
A. CONTRACTOR, at CONTRACTOR’s own cost and expense, shall procure and maintain, for the duration of the contract, the following insurance policies:
1. Workers Compensation Insurance as required by law. CONTRACTOR shall require all subcontractors similarly to provide such compensation insurance for their respective employees. Any notice of cancellation or non-renewal of all Workers’ Compensation policies must be received by CITY at least thirty (30) days prior to such change. The insurer shall agree to waive all rights of subrogation against CITY, its officers, agents, employees, and volunteers for losses arising from work performed by CONTRACTOR for CITY.
2. General Liability Coverage. CONTRACTOR shall maintain commercial general liability insurance in an amount of not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence for bodily injury, personal injury, and property damage. If a commercial general liability insurance form or other form with a general aggregate limit is used, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to the work to be performed under this Agreement or the general aggregate limit shall be at least twice the required occurrence limit.
3. Automobile Liability Coverage. CONTRACTOR shall maintain automobile liability insurance covering bodily injury and property damage for all activities of CONTRACTOR arising out of or in connection with the work to be performed under this Agreement, including coverage for owned, hired, and non-owned vehicles, in an amount of not less than one million dollars ($1,000,000) combined single limit for each occurrence.
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CONTRACTOR’S operations under this Agreement, whether such operations be by CONTRACTOR or by its employees, subcontractors, or subcontractors. The amount of this insurance shall not be less than one million dollars ($1,000,000) on a claims-made annual aggregate basis, or a combined single-limit-per-occurrence basis. When coverage is provided on a “claims made basis,” CONTRACTOR will continue to renew the insurance for a period of three (3) years after this Agreement expires or is terminated.
Such insurance will have the same coverage and limits as the policy that was in effect during the term of this Agreement and will cover CONTRACTOR for all claims made by CITY arising out of any errors or omissions of CONTRACTOR, or its officers, employees or agents during the time this Agreement was in effect.
B. Endorsements. Each general liability, automobile liability and professional liability insurance policy shall be issued by a financially responsible insurance company or companies admitted and authorized to do business in the State of California, or which is approved in writing by CITY, and shall be endorsed as follows. CONTRACTOR also agrees to require all contractors, and subcontractors to do likewise.
1. “The CITY, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers are to be covered as additional insureds with respect to liability arising out of work performed by or on behalf of the CONTRACTOR, including materials, parts, or equipment furnished in connection with such work or operations.”
2. This policy shall be considered primary insurance as respects CITY, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers.
Any insurance maintained by CITY, including any self-insured retention CITY may have, shall be considered excess insurance only and shall not contribute with this policy.
3. This insurance shall act for each insured and additional insured as though a separate policy had been written for each, except with respect to the limits of liability of the insuring company.
4. The insurer waives all rights of subrogation against CITY, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, or agents.
5. Any failure to comply with reporting provisions of the policies shall not affect coverage provided to CITY, its elected or appointed officers, officials, employees, agents, or volunteers.
6. The insurance provided by this policy shall not be suspended, voided, canceled, or reduced in coverage or in limits except after thirty (30) days’ written notice has been received by CITY.
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loss against Contractor arising out of the work performed under this agreement.
CITY assumes no obligation or liability by such notice but has the right (but not the duty) to monitor the handling of any such claim or claims if they are likely to involve CITY.
D. Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be declared to and approved by CITY. At CITY’s option, CONTRACTOR shall demonstrate financial capability for payment of such deductibles or self-insured retentions.
E. CONTRACTOR shall provide certificates of insurance with original endorsements to CITY as evidence of the insurance coverage required herein.
Certificates of such insurance shall be filed with CITY on or before commencement of performance of this Agreement. Current certification of insurance shall be kept on file with CITY at all times during the term of this Agreement.
F. Failure on the part of CONTRACTOR to procure or maintain required insurance shall constitute a material breach of contract under which CITY may terminate this Agreement pursuant to Section 11 above.
G. The commercial general and automobile liability policies required by this Agreement shall allow CITY, as additional insured, to satisfy the self-insured retention (“SIR”) and/or deductible of the policy in lieu of the CONTRACTOR (as the named insured) should CONTRACTOR fail to pay the SIR or deductible requirements. The amount of the SIR or deductible shall be subject to the approval of the City Attorney and the Finance Director. CONTRACTOR understands and agrees that satisfaction of this requirement is an express condition precedent to the effectiveness of this Agreement. Failure by CONTRACTOR as primary insured to pay its SIR or deductible constitutes a material breach of this Agreement. Should CITY pay the SIR or deductible on CONTRACTOR’S behalf upon CONTRACTOR’S failure or refusal to do so in order to secure defense and indemnification as an additional insured under the policy, CITY may include such amounts as damages in any action against Contractor for breach of this Agreement in addition to any other damages incurred by CITY due to the breach.
19. USE OF OTHER CONTRACTORS. CONTRACTOR must obtain CITY’s prior written approval to use any Contractors while performing any portion of this Agreement. Such approval must include approval of the proposed Contractor and the terms of compensation.
20. FINAL PAYMENT ACCEPTANCE CONSTITUTES RELEASE. The acceptance by the CONTRACTOR of the final payment made under this Agreement shall operate as and be a release of CITY from all claims and liabilities for compensation to the CONTRACTOR for anything done, furnished or relating to the CONTRACTOR’S work or services. Acceptance of payment shall be any negotiation of CITY’S check or the failure to make a written extra compensation claim within ten (10) calendar days of the receipt of that check. However, approval Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *49
or payment by CITY shall not constitute, nor be deemed, a release of the responsibility and liability of CONTRACTOR, its employees, sub-Contractors and agents for the accuracy and competency of the information provided and/or work performed; nor shall such approval or payment be deemed to be an assumption of such responsibility or liability by CITY for any defect or error in the work prepared by CONTRACTOR, its employees, sub-Contractors and agents.
21. CORRECTIONS. In addition to the above indemnification obligations, the CONTRACTOR shall correct, at its expense, all errors in the work which may be disclosed during CITY’S review of CONTRACTOR’S report or plans. Should the CONTRACTOR fail to make such correction in a reasonably timely manner, such correction shall be made by CITY, and the cost thereof shall be charged to CONTRACTOR. In addition to all other available remedies, CITY may deduct the cost of such correction from any retention amount held by CITY or may withhold payment otherwise owed CONTRACTOR under this Agreement up to the amount of the cost of correction.
22. NON-APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS. Payments to be made to CONTRACTOR by CITY for services preformed within the current fiscal year are within the current fiscal budget and within an available, unexhausted fund. In the event that CITY does not appropriate sufficient funds for payment of CONTRACTOR’S services beyond the current fiscal year, the Agreement shall cover payment for CONTRACTOR’S only to the conclusion of the last fiscal year in which CITY appropriates sufficient funds and shall automatically terminate at the conclusion of such fiscal year.
23. NOTICES. All communications to either party by the other party will be deemed made when received by such party at its respective name and address as follows:
CITY CONTRACTOR
City of Lomita
24300 Narbonne Avenue
Lomita, CA 90717
ATTN: City Manager
Administrative Services Co-Op
2129 West Rosecrans Avenue
Gardena, CA 90249
ATTN: Marco A. Soto
Any such written communications by mail will be conclusively deemed to have been received by the addressee upon deposit thereof in the United States Mail, postage prepaid and properly addressed as noted above. In all other instances, notices will be deemed given at the time of actual delivery. Changes may be made in the names or addresses of persons to whom notices are to be given by giving notice in the manner prescribed in this paragraph. Courtesy copies of notices may be sent via electronic mail, provided that the original notice is deposited in the U.S. mail or personally delivered as specified in this Section.
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24. SOLICITATION. CONTRACTOR maintains and warrants that it has not employed nor retained any company or person, other than CONTRACTOR’s bona fide employee, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, CONTRACTOR warrants that it has not paid nor has it agreed to pay any company or person, other than CONTRACTOR’s bona fide employee, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. Should CONTRACTOR breach or violate this warranty, CITY may rescind this Agreement without liability.
25. THIRD PARTY BENEFICIARIES. This Agreement and every provision herein is generally for the exclusive benefit of CONTRACTOR and CITY and not for the benefit of any other party. There will be no incidental or other beneficiaries of any of CONTRACTOR’s or CITY’s obligations under this Agreement.
26. INTERPRETATION. This Agreement was drafted in and will be construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, and exclusive venue for any action involving this agreement will be in Los Angeles County.
27. ENTIRE AGREEMENT. This Agreement, and its Attachments, sets forth the entire understanding of the parties. There are no other understandings, terms or other agreements expressed or implied, oral or written.
28. RULES OF CONSTRUCTION. Each Party had the opportunity to independently review this Agreement with legal counsel. Accordingly, this Agreement will be construed simply, as a whole, and in accordance with its fair meaning; it will not be interpreted strictly for or against either Party.
29. AUTHORITY/MODIFICATION. The Parties represent and warrant that all necessary action has been taken by the Parties to authorize the undersigned to execute this Agreement and to engage in the actions described herein. This Agreement may be modified by written amendment with signatures of all parties to this Agreement. CITY’s city administrator, or designee, may execute any such amendment on behalf of CITY.
30. ACCEPTANCE OF FACSIMILE OR ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES. The Parties agree that this Agreement will be considered signed when the signature of a party is delivered by facsimile transmission, scanned and delivered via electronic mail, or delivered using digital signature technology approved by CITY. Such facsimile or electronic signatures will be treated in all respects as having the same effect as an original signature.
31. FORCE MAJEURE. Should performance of this Agreement be impossible due to fire, flood, explosion, war, embargo, government action, civil or military authority, the natural elements, or other similar causes beyond the Parties’ control, then the Agreement will immediately terminate without obligation of either party to the other.
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32. TIME IS OF ESSENCE. Time is of the essence to comply with dates and schedules to be provided.
33. ATTORNEY’S FEES. The parties hereto acknowledge and agree that each will bear his or its own costs, expenses and attorneys' fees arising out of and/or connected with the negotiation, drafting and execution of the Agreement, and all matters arising out of or connected therewith except that, in the event any action is brought by any party hereto to enforce this Agreement, the prevailing party in such action shall be entitled to reasonable attorneys' fees and costs in addition to all other relief to which that party or those parties may be entitled.
34. STATEMENT OF EXPERIENCE. By executing this Agreement, CONTRACTOR represents that it has demonstrated trustworthiness and possesses the quality, fitness and capacity to perform the Agreement in a manner satisfactory to CITY.
CONTRACTOR represents that its financial resources, surety and insurance experience, service experience, completion ability, personnel, current workload, experience in dealing with private Contractors, and experience in dealing with public agencies all suggest that CONTRACTOR is capable of performing the proposed contract and has a demonstrated capacity to deal fairly and effectively with and to satisfy a public agency.
35. DISCLOSURE REQUIRED. (CITY and CONTRACTOR initials required at one of the following paragraphs)
By their respective initials next to this paragraph, CITY and CONTRACTOR hereby acknowledge that CONTRACTOR is a “contractor” for the purposes of the California Political Reform Act because CONTRACTOR’S duties would require him or her to make one or more of the governmental decisions set forth in Fair Political Practices Commission Regulation 18700.3(a)(2) or otherwise serves in a staff capacity for which disclosure would otherwise be required were CONTRACTOR employed by CITY. CONTRACTOR hereby acknowledges his or her assumingoffice, annual, and leaving-office financial reporting obligations under the California Political Reform Act and the CITY’S Conflict of Interest Code and agrees to comply with those obligations at his or her expense. Prior to Contractor commencing services hereunder, the City’s Manager shall prepare and deliver to CONTRACTOR a memorandum detailing the extent of CONTRACTOR’S disclosure obligations in accordance with the CITY’S Conflict of Interest Code.
City Initials ______
Contractor Initials ______
OR
By their initials next to this paragraph, CITY and CONTRACTOR hereby acknowledge that CONTRACTOR is not a “contractor” for the purpose of the California Political Reform Act because CONTRACTOR’S duties and responsibilities are not within the scope of the definition of contractor in Fair Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *52
Political Practice Commission Regulation 18700.3(a)(2) and is otherwise not serving in staff capacity in accordance with CITY’S Conflict of Interest Code.
City Initials ______
Contractor Initials ______
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties hereto have executed this contract the day and year first hereinabove written.
CITY OF LOMITA CONTRACTOR
Andrew Vialpando, City Manager By: Marco Soto, VP/Director of Operations ATTEST:
95-4405218
Kathleen Horn Gregory, MMC, City
Clerk
Taxpayer ID No.
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Trevor Rusin, City Attorney
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Exhibit A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Dial-A-Ride Program
SECTION 1: GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
CONTRACTOR must be in complete compliance with Lomita Municipal Code.
CONTRACTOR will provide automobile for hire service to the Citizens registered with the Lomita Dial-A-Ride ("DAR") Program, twenty-four (24) hours per day, seven (7) days per week within the identified service area including specific satellite points.
The CITY OF LOMITA ("CITY") will determine the eligibility of all patrons for this service. The CITY will issue all swipe cards and sell all ride credits for residents of the CITY. THE CONTRACTOR will only provide this service to patrons who present a valid swipe card and photo identification for all rides. The CONTRACTOR will be required to provide every client with a receipt at the end of each automobile for hire ride.
CONTRACTOR must respond to the CITY within two business days on all complaints received. Response can either be done by phone or by email. Any complaint not responded to will be deemed a valid complaint.
SECTION II: WORK PERFORMED BY CONTRACTOR
Response Time
Each automobile for hire operator must respond within twenty-five (25) minutes of the agreed upon (between patron and CONTRACTOR's dispatch) pick up lime. In the event that a cab arrives later that the allotted 25-minute response lime, neither the CITY nor the patron will be required to make any payment for that trip.
Data Collection and Reporting
CONTRACTOR will collect data and maintain records for all swipe card transactions, ridership, service mileage, service hours, trip ID number, and safety and security as required. Reports are due on the 10th of each month for service provided in the previous month. Revised/corrected reports must be re-submitted within five (5) business days of the original report due date.
Trip ID number is defined as a unique number generated by Dispatch to identify that particular trip.
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Attachment No. 2
All supporting documentation (swipe card transactions listed by day, year-to-date swipe card transaction report, monthly summary report, and year-to-date summary report), monthly invoices, ridership information, and safety and security information must be submitted both by mail and electronically in a Microsoft Excel file to the designated City staff person.
Driver Training
CONTRACTOR will provide training in the following areas to all drivers who perform service in the DAR Program.
1. Sensitivity to the Elderly and Physically Challenged, including proper handling of wheelchairs;
2. Behavior Management as provided during sensitivity training to address Forgetful, Disoriented, or other Difficult Patrons; and
3. Defensive Driving and General Safety Procedures.
CONTRACTOR will submit copies of all training materials and documentation signed by the driver upon completion of the training to the CITY within thirty (30) days of the execution of this AGREEMENT.
Audit
A. CONTRACTOR will keep complete and accurate records, which are auditable and sufficient to show the accuracy and validity of the swipe card transactions for which they are seeking reimbursement. The CITY shall have the right to inspect and audit such records during normal business hours upon reasonable notice for the purpose of determining the accuracy of such records,
B. CONTRACTOR will retain documentation supporting reimbursement of the swipe card transactions for a period of three years following final payment under this AGREEMENT. Supporting documentation will include waybills, dispatch logs, and onscreen GPS data of Lomita trips taken.
C. If, upon examination by the CITY of the records of CONTRACTOR, for any year, an error in more than 5% of the tickets per month, then the reasonable cost of such examination shall be paid by CONTRACTOR to the CITY and the erroneous tickets will not be reimbursed.
SECTION Ill: SERVICE SANCTIONS
Part 1: Service Complaint Penalties
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A. If CITY receives five (5) or more service complaints about the CONTRACTOR during any calendar month, the CITY has the
discretion to deduct one thousand dollars ($1,000.00) from the following month's invoice.
B. CITY will notify CONTRACTOR, in writing, at their designated address that said penalty is imminent and ask CONTRACTOR to reduce their invoice by penalty amount.
Part 2: Missed Pick-Up/ Failure to Pick-Up Penalties
A. A missed pick-up is defined as failure to pick up a patron when the patron has requested service through dispatch and the
CONTRACTOR has agreed to provide service at a mutually agreed upon time and place.
B. CITY will allow the CONTRACTOR to miss no more than a total of two (2) pick-ups in any calendar month.
C. CONTRACTOR will be assessed a penalty of two hundred fifty dollars ($250.00) per any missed pick-up in excess of two (2) in any calendar month. CITY will deduct the penalty amount from the following month's invoice.
D. CITY will notify CONTRACTOR, in writing, at their designated address that said penalty is imminent and ask CONTRACTOR to reduce their invoice by the penalty amount.
Part 3: Swipe Card Transactions/Ride Requirements
The following conditions must be met or the CITY will not reimburse the CONTRACTOR for the swipe card transactions/rides:
A. All transactions must be swiped and not keyed, unless the card is not functional in which case the driver shall attempt to key in the transaction. All transactions must be completed through the swipe card system accurately with the following information, including: trip date, pick-up/drop off time, trip ID #, Cab #, driver ID#, pick-up/drop off address, pick-up/drop off GPS coordinates, pick-up/drop off odometer reading, total miles driven, and total amount of fare.
B. All patrons must be scheduled through the dispatch system. A unique trip ID number must be assigned at the time each call is received.
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CITY. If a transaction that is received for reimbursement is not identified in the database, there will be no reimbursement by the CITY.
Any appeals for penalties must be submitted within five (5) business days upon receipt of penalty by CONTRACTOR in writing to the CITY at:
City of Lomita
Dial-A-Ride Program
24300 Narbonne Avenue
Lomita, CA 90717
Part 4: Reporting Requirements
The following conditions must be met or the CITY will not reimburse the CONTRACTOR for the swipe card rides:
A. The CONTRACTOR must provide a dispatch log of all Lomita Account Trips to the CITY with their monthly billing. The CITY will use this log to cross check the swipe card transactions prior to reimbursing the CONTRACTOR.
Reporting provided by the CONTRACTOR must contain a unique trip ID number for each trip.
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Exhibit B
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Attachment No. 3
Exhibit C
Map of Service Area and Definition of Satellite Points
List of Satellite Points:
1. Harbor General Hospital-1000 W. Carson, Torrance
2. Little Company of Mary Hospital-4101 Torrance Blvd, Torrance
3. San Pedro & Peninsula Hospital-1300 W. 7th St, San Pedro
4. Farmers Market-Wilson Park on Crenshaw Blvd, Torrance
5. Kaiser Foundation-23621 S. Main St, Carson
6. Beach Cities Health District (Formerly South Bay Hospital)-514 N. Prospect Ave, Redondo Beach
7. Torrance Memorial Health System-824 E. Carson Street, Carson, CA 90745
8. Providence Medical Associates-21311 Madrona Ave, Torrance, CA 90503
9. Torrance Medical Plaza-19000 Hawthorne Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503
10. The Medical Centre-4201 Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA 90503
11. Optum Medical-502 Torrance Blvd, Torrance, CA 90277
12. HealthCare Partners-601 Torrance Blvd, Redondo Beach, CA 90277 D Service Area
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Attachment No.4
Exhibit C
Map of Service Area and Definition of Satellite Points
13. Kenneth E. Watts Medical Building-20911 Earl Street, Torrance, CA 90503
14. Kaiser Permanente Carson Medical Offices-18600 Figueroa Street, Gardena, CA 90248
15. Kaiser Permanente Gardena Medical Offices-15446 S. Western Avenue, Gardena, CA 90248
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1 TO: City Council
FROM: Andrew Vialpando, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Adrian Fernandez, Community and Economic Development Director
MEETING DATE: December 3, 2024
SUBJECT: Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-06 – An update to the Lomita Municipal Code Regarding Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units to Comply with Recent Changes in State Law
RECOMMENDATION
Open the public hearing, receive public testimony, close the public hearing, and by motion:
1. Find that the adoption of the proposed urgency ordinance is statutorily exempt from review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Public Resources Code section 21080.17.
2. Waive full reading and adopt by title only Urgency Ordinance No. 865: “AN URGENCY ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 11-1.30.06 OF LOMITA
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND
JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE STATUTORILY EXEMPT FROM CEQA UNDER PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE § 21080.17”
3. Introduce on first reading, by title only, Ordinance No. 866: “AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 11-1.30.06 OF LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING
TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING
UNITS AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE STATUTORILY EXEMPT FROM CEQA UNDER PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE § 21080.17”
BACKGROUND
In recent years, the California Legislature has approved, and the Governor has signed into law, numerous bills that impose limits on local authority to regulate Accessory
CITY OF LOMITA
CITY COUNCIL REPORT
Item No. PH 9a
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2 Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs). In 2024, the California Legislature approved, and the Governor signed into law, two new bills — Assembly Bill (AB) 2533 and Senate Bill (SB) 1211 — that further amend State ADU law as summarized below.
AB 2533 – Unpermitted ADUs and JADUs
Subject to limited exceptions, existing state law prohibits a city from denying a permit to legalize an unpermitted ADU that was constructed before January 1, 2018, if the denial is based on the ADU not complying with applicable building, state or local ADU standards.
One exception allows a city to deny a permit to legalize if the city makes a written finding that correcting the violation is necessary to protect the health and safety of the public or the occupants of the structure.
AB 2533 changes this by: (1) expanding the above prohibition to also include JADUs; (2) moving the construction-cutoff date from January 1, 2018, to January 1, 2020; and (3) replacing the above exception with a requirement that local agencies find that correcting the violation is necessary to comply with the standards specified in Health and Safety Code section 17920.3 (Substandard Buildings). (See amended Gov. Code, § 66332(a)– (f).)
SB 1211 – Replacement Parking Requirements; Multifamily ADUs Replacement Parking
Existing State law prohibits a city from requiring off-street parking spaces to be replaced when a garage, carport or covered parking structure is demolished in conjunction with the construction of, or conversion to, an ADU.
SB 1211 amends this prohibition to now also prohibit a city from requiring replacement parking when an uncovered parking space is demolished for or replaced with an ADU. (See amended Gov. Code, § 66314(d)(11).)
Multifamily ADUs
SB 1211 further defines livable space in connection with converted ADUs inside a multifamily dwelling structure. Existing state law requires the City to ministerially approve qualifying building-permit applications for ADUs within “portions of existing multifamily dwelling structures that are not used as livable space, including, but not limited to, storage rooms, boiler rooms, passageways, attics, basements, or garages ….” The term “livable space” is not defined by existing state ADU law.
SB 1211 changes this by adding a new definition: “‘Livable space’ means a space in a dwelling intended for human habitation, including living, sleeping, eating, cooking, or sanitation.” (See amended Gov. Code, § 66313(e).)
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3 SB 1211 also increases the number of detached ADUs that lots with an existing multifamily dwelling can have. Existing state law allows a lot with an existing or proposed multifamily dwelling to have up to two detached ADUs.
Under SB 1211, a lot with an existing multifamily dwelling can have up to eight detached ADUs, or as many detached ADUs as there are primary dwelling units on the lot, whichever is less. (See amended Gov. Code, § 66323(a)(4)(A)(ii).) SB 1211 does not alter the number of ADUs that a lot with a proposed multifamily dwelling can have — the limit remains at two. (See amended Gov. Code, § 66323(a)(4).) Next Steps & Recommendation
Both AB 2533 and SB 1211 take effect January 1, 2025. If the City’s ADU ordinance does not comply with requirements of both bills by that date, the City’s entire existing ADU ordinance becomes null and void as a matter of law, and the City will have to allow ADUs with no regulation except for the few requirements in the state ADU law itself. The approval of ADUs and JADUs based solely on these default statutory standards, without local regulations governing height, setback, landscape, and architectural review, among other things, would threaten the character of existing neighborhoods, and negatively impact property values, personal privacy, and fire safety.
The proposed Urgency Ordinance No. 865 will take immediate effect upon adoption.
Typically, an ordinance affecting planning and zoning is approved by the City Council after a planning-agency recommendation, a first reading and introduction before the City Council and then a second reading at a regular Council meeting — with the ordinance taking effect 30 days following adoption. However staff recommends that the City Council adopt this ordinance as an urgency measure because AB 2533 and SB 1211 will take effect on January 1, 2025, before a non-urgency adoption would take effect. The urgency ordinance will concurrently be adopted with Ordinance No. 866, which will follow the typical ordinance adoption process.
Consequently, it is recommended that the City Council adopt the proposed urgency ordinance (Attachment 1), which will ensure that the City’s ADU ordinance remains valid when AB 2533 and SB 1211 take effect on January 1, 2025. At the same time, staff recommends that the City Council adopt the proposed ordinance (Attachment 2) with the typical ordinance adoption process.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
Under California Public Resources Code section 21080.17, CEQA does not apply to the adoption of an ordinance by a city or county implementing the provisions of Article 2 of Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code, which is California’s ADU law and which also regulates JADUs, as defined by section 66313. Therefore, the adoption of the proposed ordinances is statutorily exempt from CEQA in that it implements state ADU law.
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4 FISCAL IMPACT
There are no financial implications resulting from this recommendation.
OPTIONS
1. Approve the attached ordinance.
2. Do not approve the ordinance.
3. Provide staff with further direction.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Proposed Urgency Ordinance No. 865
2. Proposed Ordinance No. 866
Reviewed by: Approved by:
_______________________ ______________________
Gary Y. Sugano Andrew Vialpando
Assistant City Manager City Manager
Prepared by:
__________________________
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URGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 865
AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
SECTION 11-1.30.06 OF LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND
JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND FINDING
THE ACTION TO BE STATUTORILY EXEMPT FROM
CEQA UNDER PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE § 21080.17
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA HEREBY FINDS AND ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Recitals.
A. The City of Lomita, California is a municipal corporation, duly organized under the constitution and laws of the State of California.
B. State law authorizes cities to act by ordinance to provide for the creation and regulation of accessory dwelling units (“ADUs”) and junior accessory dwelling units (“JADUs”).
C. In recent years, the California Legislature has approved, and the Governor has signed into law, numerous bills that, among other things, amend various sections of the Government Code to impose new limits on local authority to regulate ADUs and JADUs.
D. In 2024, the California Legislature approved, and the Governor signed into law, Assembly Bill 2533 (“AB 2533”) and Senate Bill 1211 (“SB 1211”), which further amend state ADU law.
E. AB 2533 and SB 1211 take effect January 1, 2025, and if the City’s ADU ordinance does not comply with the requirements imposed by those bills by that date, the City’s entire existing ADU ordinance becomes null and void as a matter of law.
F. The City desires to amend its local regulatory scheme for the construction of ADUs and JADUs to reflect AB 2533’s and SB 1211’s changes to state law.
G. There is a current and immediate threat to the public health, safety, or welfare based on the passage of AB 2533 and SB 1211 because if the City’s ordinance does not comply with this legislation by January 1, 2025 — and the City’s ADU ordinance becomes null and void — the City would thereafter be required to approve ADUs and JADUs in accordance with the few default standards that are provided in Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code, which is the state ADU law.
Attachment 1
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H. The approval of ADUs and JADUs based solely on the default statutory standards, without local regulations governing height, setback, landscape, and architectural review, among other things, would threaten the character of existing neighborhoods, and negatively impact property values, personal privacy, and fire safety. These threats to public safety, health, and welfare justify adoption of this Ordinance as an urgency ordinance to be effective immediately upon adoption by a four-fifths vote of the City Council.
I. To protect the public safety, health, and welfare, the City Council may adopt this Ordinance as an urgency measure in accordance with Government Code section 36937, subdivision (b).
Section 2. Incorporation. The recitals above are each incorporated by reference and adopted as findings by the City Council.
Section 3. CEQA. Under California Public Resources Code section 21080.17, the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) does not apply to the adoption of an ordinance by a city or county implementing the provisions of Article 2 of Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code, which is California’s ADU law and which also regulates JADUs, as defined by section 66313. Therefore, adoption of the Ordinance is statutorily exempt from CEQA in that it implements state ADU law.
Section 4. Code Amendment. Section 11-1.30.06 of Lomita Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as provided in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
Section 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance takes effect immediately upon its adoption.
Section 6. HCD Submittal. As required by Government Code section 66326, the City Clerk is directed to submit a copy of this Ordinance to the California Department of Housing and Community Development within 60 days after adoption.
Section 7. Publication. The City Clerk directed to certify to the adoption of this Ordinance and post or publish this Ordinance as required by law.
Section 8. Custodian of Records. The custodian of records for this Ordinance is the City Clerk and the records comprising the administrative record are located at 24300 Narbonne Avenue, Lomita, CA 90717.
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be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this extent, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable. The City Council declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance irrespective of the invalidity of any portion thereof.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Lomita, California, at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 17th day of December, 2024 by the following vote:
Bill Uphoff
Mayor
ATTEST:
Kathleen Hill, CMC
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Trevor Rusin, City Attorney
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EXHIBIT A
Amended ADU Regulations
(follows this page)
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1 Section 11-1.30.06. - Accessory Dwelling Units
(A)Purpose. The purpose of this section is to allow and regulate accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) in compliance with Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code. (B) Effect of Conforming. An ADU or JADU that conforms to the standards in this section will not be:
(1) Deemed to be inconsistent with the city’s general plan and zoning designation for the lot on which the ADU or JADU is located.
(2) Deemed to exceed the allowable density for the lot on which the ADU or JADU is located.
(3) Considered in the application of any local ordinance, policy, or program to limit residential growth.
(4) Required to correct a nonconforming zoning condition, as defined in subsection (c)(8) below. This does not prevent the city from enforcing compliance with applicable building standards in accordance with Health and Safety Code section 17980.12.
(C) Definitions. As used in this section, terms are defined as follows:
(1) “Accessory dwelling unit” or “ADU” means an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence. An accessory dwelling unit also includes the following:
a. An efficiency unit, as defined by section 17958.1 of the California Health and Safety Code; and
b. A manufactured home, as defined by section 18007 of the California Health and Safety Code.
(2) “Accessory structure” means a structure that is accessory and incidental to a dwelling located on the same lot.
(3) “Complete independent living facilities” means permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family or multifamily dwelling is or will be situated.
(4) “Efficiency kitchen” means a kitchen that includes all of the following:
a. A cooking facility with appliances.
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2 b. A food preparation counter and storage cabinets that are of a reasonable size in relation to the size of the JADU.
(5) “Junior accessory dwelling unit” or “JADU” means a residential unit that satisfies all of the following:
a. It is no more than 500 square feet in size.
b. It is contained entirely within an existing or proposed single-family structure.
An enclosed use within the residence, such as an attached garage, is considered to be a part of and contained within the single-family structure. c. It includes its own separate sanitation facilities or shares sanitation facilities with the existing or proposed single-family structure.
d. If the unit does not include its own separate bathroom, then it contains an interior entrance to the main living area of the existing or proposed singlefamily structure in addition to an exterior entrance that is separate from the main entrance to the primary dwelling.
e. It includes an efficiency kitchen, as defined in subsection (C)(4) above. (6) “Livable space” means a space in a dwelling intended for human habitation, including living, sleeping, eating, cooking, or sanitation. (7) “Living area” means the interior habitable area of a dwelling unit, including basements and attics, but does not include a garage or any accessory structure. (8) “Nonconforming zoning condition” means a physical improvement on a property that does not conform with current zoning standards.
(9) “Passageway” means a pathway that is unobstructed clear to the sky and extends from a street to one entrance of the ADU or JADU.
(10) “Proposed dwelling” means a dwelling that is the subject of a permit application and that meets the requirements for permitting.
(11) “Public transit” means a location, including, but not limited to, a bus stop or train station, where the public may access buses, trains, subways, and other forms of transportation that charge set fares, run on fixed routes, and are available to the public.
(12) “Tandem parking” means that two or more automobiles are parked on a driveway or in any other location on a lot, lined up behind one another. (D)Approvals. The following approvals apply to ADUs and JADUs under this section:
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3 (1) Building-permit Only. If an ADU or JADU complies with each of the general requirements in subsection (E) below, it is allowed with only a building permit in the following scenarios:
a. Converted on Single-family Lot: One ADU as described in this subsection (D)(1)(a) and one JADU on a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling on it, where the ADU or JADU:
i. Is either: within the space of a proposed single-family dwelling; within the existing space of an existing single-family dwelling; or (in the case of an ADU only) within the existing space of an accessory structure, plus up to 150 additional square feet if the expansion is limited to accommodating ingress and egress; and
ii. Has exterior access that is independent of that for the single-family dwelling; and
iii. Has side and rear setbacks sufficient for fire and safety, as dictated by applicable building and fire codes.
iv. The JADU complies with the requirements of Government Code sections 66333 through 66339.
b. Limited Detached on Single-family Lot: One detached, new-construction ADU on a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling (in addition to any JADU that might otherwise be established on the lot under subsection (D)(1)(a) above), if the detached ADU satisfies each of the following limitations:
i. The side- and rear-yard setbacks are at least four feet. ii. The total floor area is 800 square feet or smaller. iii. The peak height above grade does not exceed the applicable height limit in subsection (E)(2) below.
c. Converted on Multifamily Lot: One or more ADUs within portions of existing multifamily dwelling structures that are not used as livable space, including but not limited to storage rooms, boiler rooms, passageways, attics, basements, or garages, if each converted ADU complies with state building standards for dwellings. Under this subsection (D)(1)(c), at least one converted ADU is allowed within an existing multifamily dwelling, up to a quantity equal to 25 percent of the existing multifamily dwelling units. d. Limited Detached on Multifamily Lot: No more than two detached ADUs on a lot with a proposed multifamily dwelling, or up to eight detached ADUs on a lot with an existing multifamily dwelling, if each detached ADU satisfies all of the following:
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4 i. The side- and rear-yard setbacks are at least four feet. If the existing multifamily dwelling has a rear or side yard setback of less than four feet, the city will not require any modification to the multifamily dwelling as a condition of approving the ADU.
ii. The peak height above grade does not exceed the applicable height limit provided in subsection (E)(2) below.
iii. If the lot has an existing multifamily dwelling, the quantity of detached ADUs does not exceed the number of primary dwelling units on the lot.
(2) ADU Permit.
a. Except as allowed under subsection (D)(1) above, no ADU may be created without a building permit and an ADU permit in compliance with the standards set forth in subsections (E) and (F) below.
b. The city may charge a fee to reimburse it for costs incurred in processing ADU permits, including the costs of adopting or amending the city’s ADU ordinance. The ADU-permit processing fee is determined by the director of community and economic development and approved by the city council by resolution.
(3) Process and Timing.
a. An ADU permit is considered and approved ministerially, without discretionary review or a hearing.
b. The city must approve or deny an application to create an ADU or JADU within 60 days from the date that the city receives a completed application. If the city has not approved or denied the completed application within 60 days, the application is deemed approved unless either:
i. The applicant requests a delay, in which case the 60-day time period is tolled for the period of the requested delay, or
ii. When an application to create an ADU or JADU is submitted with a permit application to create a new single-family or multifamily dwelling on the lot, the city may delay acting on the permit application for the ADU or JADU until the city acts on the permit application to create the new single-family or multifamily dwelling, but the application to create the ADU or JADU will still be considered ministerially without discretionary review or a hearing. c. If the city denies an application to create an ADU or JADU, the city must provide the applicant with comments that include, among other things, a list of all the defective or deficient items and a description of how the application Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *72
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5 may be remedied by the applicant. Notice of the denial and corresponding comments must be provided to the applicant within the 60-day time period established by subsection (D)(3)(b) above.
d. A demolition permit for a detached garage that is to be replaced with an ADU is reviewed with the application for the ADU and issued at the same time. (E) General ADU and JADU Requirements. The following requirements apply to all ADUs and JADUs that are approved under subsections (D)(1) or (D)(2) above:
(1) Zoning.
a. An ADU subject only to a building permit under subsection (D)(1) above may be created on a lot in a residential or mixed-use zone. b. An ADU subject to an ADU permit under subsection (D)(2) above may be created on a lot that is zoned to allow single-family dwelling residential use or multifamily dwelling residential use.
c. In accordance with Government Code section 66333(a), a JADU may only be created on a lot zoned for single-family residences.
(2) Height.
a. Except as otherwise provided by subsections (E)(2)(b) and (E)(2)(c) below, a detached ADU created on a lot with an existing or proposed single family or multifamily dwelling unit may not exceed 16 feet in height. b. A detached ADU may be up to 18 feet in height if it is created on a lot with an existing or proposed single family or multifamily dwelling unit that is located within one-half mile walking distance of a major transit stop or high quality transit corridor, as those terms are defined in Section 21155 of the Public Resources Code, and the ADU may be up to two additional feet in height (for a maximum of 20 feet) if necessary to accommodate a roof pitch on the ADU that is aligned with the roof pitch of the primary dwelling unit. c. A detached ADU created on a lot with an existing or proposed multifamily dwelling that has more than one story above grade may not exceed 18 feet in height.
d. An ADU that is attached to the primary dwelling may not exceed 25 feet in height or the height limitation imposed by the underlying zone that applies to the primary dwelling, whichever is lower. Notwithstanding the foregoing, ADUs subject to this subsection (E)(2)(d) may not exceed two stories. e. For purposes of this subsection (E)(2), height is measured from existing legal grade or the level of the lowest floor, whichever is lower, to the peak of the structure.
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6 f. Extra Height Available.
i. An ADU may exceed the applicable height limit in subsections (a) through (d) above if the space below the ADU is used to provide parking spaces on grade, in which case the ADU may reach the maximum height for a principal structure under LMC Section 11-
1.30.03. ii. The portion of the ADU that is within the increase in height that is allowed by this subsection (f) is subject to the principal structure setbacks.
iii. South of Pacific Coast Highway, any extra height under this subsection (f) requires a Height Variation Permit under LMC Section 11-1.70.11.
iv. The extra height allowed under this subsection (f) is not available for an ADU that is on a lot with an existing or proposed multifamily dwelling that is over 1,000 square feet in floor area.
v. For an application that uses the extra height under this subsection (f) to be complete, the application must include an executed and notarized, ready-to-record deed restriction in a form approved by the City that limits the use of the at-grade parking area below the ADU to permanent parking and requiring the owner to remove the extra-height portion of the structure before the ground-level area may be used for anything other than parking.
(3) Fire Sprinklers.
a. Fire sprinklers are required in an ADU if sprinklers are required in the primary residence.
b. The construction of an ADU does not trigger a requirement for fire sprinklers to be installed in the existing primary dwelling.
(4) Rental Term. No ADU or JADU may be rented for a term that is shorter than 30 days. This prohibition applies regardless of when the ADU or JADU was created. (5) No Separate Conveyance. An ADU or JADU may be rented, but, except as otherwise provided in Government Code section 66341, no ADU or JADU may be sold or otherwise conveyed separately from the lot and the primary dwelling (in the case of a single-family lot) or from the lot and all of the dwellings (in the case of a multifamily lot).
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7 completed within the last five years or, if the percolation test has been recertified, within the last 10 years.
(7) Owner Occupancy.
a. ADUs created under this section on or after January 1, 2020 are not subject to an owner-occupancy requirement.
b. As required by state law, all JADUs are subject to an owner-occupancy requirement. A natural person with legal or equitable title to the property must reside on the property, in either the primary dwelling or JADU, as the person’s legal domicile and permanent residence. However, the owneroccupancy requirement in this subsection (E)(7)(b) does not apply if the property is entirely owned by another governmental agency, land trust, or housing organization.
(8) Deed Restriction. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for an ADU or JADU, a deed restriction must be recorded against the title of the property in the County Recorder’s office and a copy filed with the Community and Economic Development Director. The deed restriction must run with the land and bind all future owners. The form of the deed restriction will be provided by the city and must provide that:
a. Except as otherwise provided in Government Code section 66341, the ADU or JADU may not be sold separately from the primary dwelling. b. The ADU or JADU is restricted to the approved size and to other attributes allowed by this section.
c. The deed restriction runs with the land and may be enforced against future property owners.
d. The deed restriction may be removed if the owner eliminates the ADU or JADU, as evidenced by, for example, removal of the kitchen facilities. To remove the deed restriction, an owner may make a written request of the Director, providing evidence that the ADU or JADU has in fact been eliminated. The Director may then determine whether the evidence supports the claim that the ADU or JADU has been eliminated. Appeal may be taken from the Director’s determination consistent with other provisions of this Code. If the ADU or JADU is not entirely physically removed, but is only eliminated by virtue of having a necessary component of an ADU or JADU removed, the remaining structure and improvements must otherwise comply with applicable provisions of this Code.
e. The deed restriction is enforceable by the director or his or her designee for the benefit of the city. Failure of the property owner to comply with the deed restriction may result in legal action against the property owner, and the city is authorized to obtain any remedy available to it at law or equity, including, but Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *75
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8 not limited to, obtaining an injunction enjoining the use of the ADU or JADU in violation of the recorded restrictions or abatement of the illegal unit. (9) Building & Safety.
a. Must comply with building code. Subject to subsection (E)(10)(b) below, all ADUs and JADUs must comply with all local building code requirements. b. No change of occupancy. Construction of an ADU does not constitute a Group R occupancy change under the local building code, as described in Section 310 of the California Building Code, unless the Community and Economic Development Director makes a written finding based on substantial evidence in the record that the construction of the ADU could have a specific, adverse impact on public health and safety. Nothing in this subsection (E)(10)(b) prevents the city from changing the occupancy code of a space that was uninhabitable space or that was only permitted for nonresidential use and was subsequently converted for residential use in accordance with this section. (F) Specific ADU Requirements. The following requirements apply only to ADUs that require an ADU permit under subsection (D)(2) above.
(1) Maximum Size.
a. The maximum size of a detached or attached ADU subject to this subsection (F) is 850 square feet for a studio or one-bedroom unit and 1,000 square feet for a unit with two or more bedrooms.
b. An attached ADU that is created on a lot with an existing primary dwelling is further limited to 50 percent of the floor area of the existing primary dwelling. c. Application of other development standards in this subsection (f), such as FAR or lot coverage, might further limit the size of the ADU, but no application of the percent-based size limit in subsection (F)(1)(b) above or of an FAR, front setback, lot coverage limit, or open-space requirement may require the ADU to be less than 800 square feet.
(2) Floor Area Ratio (FAR). No ADU subject to this subsection (F) may cause the total FAR of an A1 or R1-zoned lot to exceed 60 percent, subject to subsection (F)(1)(c) above.
(3) Setbacks.
a. ADUs that are subject to this subsection (F) must conform to 4-foot side and rear setbacks. ADUs that are subject to this subsection (F) must conform to 20-foot front setbacks, subject to subsection (F)(1)(c) above.
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9 b. No setback is required for an ADU that is subject to this subsection (F) if the ADU is constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing structure.
(4) Lot Coverage. No ADU subject to this subsection (F) may cause the total lot coverage of an R2 or R3 zoned lot to exceed 80 percent, subject to subsection (F)(1)(c) above.
(5) Passageway. No passageway, as defined by subsection (C)(9) above, is required for an ADU.
(6) Parking.
a. Generally. One off-street parking space is required for each ADU. The parking space may be provided in setback areas or as tandem parking, as defined by subsection (C)(12) above.
b. Exceptions. No parking under subsection (F)(7)(a) is required in the following situations:
i. The ADU is located within one-half mile walking distance of public transit, as defined in subsection (C)(11) above.
ii. The ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district.
iii. The ADU is part of the proposed or existing primary residence or an accessory structure under subsection (D)(1)(a) above.
iv. When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant of the ADU.
v. When there is an established car share vehicle stop located within one block of the ADU.
vi. When the permit application to create an ADU is submitted with an application to create a new single-family or new multifamily dwelling on the same lot, provided that the ADU or the lot satisfies any other criteria listed in subsections (F)(7)(b)(i) through (v) above. c. No Replacement. When a garage, carport, covered parking structure, or uncovered parking space is demolished in conjunction with the construction of an ADU or converted to an ADU, those off-street parking spaces are not required to be replaced.
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10 (7) Architectural Requirements.
a. The materials and colors of the exterior walls, roof, and windows and doors must be the same as those of the primary dwelling.
b. The roof slope must match that of the dominant roof slope of the primary dwelling. The dominant roof slope is the slope shared by the largest portion of the roof.
c. The exterior lighting must be limited to down-lights or as otherwise required by the building or fire code.
d. The ADU must have an independent exterior entrance, apart from that of the primary dwelling.
e. The interior horizontal dimensions of an ADU must be at least 10 feet wide in every direction, with a minimum interior wall height of seven feet. f. No window or door of the ADU may have a direct line of sight to an adjoining residential property. Each window and door must either be located where there is no direct line of sight or screened using fencing, landscaping, or privacy glass to prevent a direct line of sight.
g. All windows and doors in an ADU less than 30 feet from a property line that is not a public right-of-way line must either be (for windows) clerestory with the bottom of the glass at least six feet above the finished floor, or (for windows and for doors) utilize frosted or obscure glass. (8) Allowed Stories. No ADU subject to this subsection (F) may have more than one story, except that an ADU that is attached to the primary dwelling may have the stories allowed under subparagraph (E)(2)(d) of this section. (G)Fees. The following requirements apply to all ADUs that are approved under subsections (d)(1) or (d)(2) above.
(1) Impact Fees.
a. No impact fee is required for an ADU that is less than 750 square feet in size.
For purposes of this subsection (G)(1), “impact fee” means a “fee” under the Mitigation Fee Act (Gov. Code § 66000(b)) and a fee under the Quimby Act (Gov. Code § 66477). “Impact fee” here does not include any connection fee or capacity charge for water or sewer service.
b. Any impact fee that is required for an ADU that is 750 square feet or larger in size must be charged proportionately in relation to the square footage of the primary dwelling unit. (E.g., the floor area of the ADU, divided by the floor area of the primary dwelling, times the typical fee amount charged for a new dwelling.)
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12 b. Exceptions:
i. Notwithstanding subsection (H)(2)(a) above, the city may deny a permit to legalize an existing but unpermitted ADU or JADU that was constructed before January 1, 2020, if the city makes a finding that correcting a violation is necessary to comply with the standards specified in California Health and Safety Code section 17920.3. ii. Subsection (H)(2)(a) above does not apply to a building that is deemed to be substandard in accordance with California Health and Safety Code section 17920.3.
(I) Nonconforming ADUs and Discretionary Approval. Any proposed ADU or JADU that would otherwise be allowed under this section but that does not conform to the objective design or development standards set forth in subsections (A) through (H) of this section may be allowed by the city with a conditional use permit and other applicable land use entitlements, in accordance with the other provisions of Article 70.
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ORDINANCE NO. 866
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDING
SECTION 11-1.30.06 OF LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND
JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS AND FINDING
THE ACTION TO BE STATUTORILY EXEMPT FROM
CEQA UNDER PUBLIC RESOURCES CODE § 21080.17
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA HEREBY FINDS AND ORDAINS AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Recitals.
A. The City of Lomita, California is a municipal corporation, duly organized under the constitution and laws of the State of California.
B. State law authorizes cities to act by ordinance to provide for the creation and regulation of accessory dwelling units (“ADUs”) and junior accessory dwelling units (“JADUs”).
C. In recent years, the California Legislature has approved, and the Governor has signed into law, numerous bills that, among other things, amend various sections of the Government Code to impose new limits on local authority to regulate ADUs and JADUs.
D. In 2024, the California Legislature approved, and the Governor signed into law, Assembly Bill 2533 and Senate Bill 1211, which further amend state ADU law.
E. AB 2533 and SB 1211 take effect on January 1, 2025, and for the City’s ADU ordinance to remain valid, it must be amended to reflect the requirements of AB 2533 and SB 1211.
F. The City desires to amend its local regulatory scheme for the construction of ADUs and JADUs to reflect AB 2533’s and SB 1211’s changes to state law.
G. On November 12, 2024, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing and considered the staff report, recommendations by staff, and public testimony concerning this proposed Ordinance. Following the public hearing, the Planning Commission voted to forward the Ordinance to the City Council with a recommendation in favor of its adoption.
H. On December 3, 2024, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing to consider the Ordinance, including: (1) the public testimony and agenda reports prepared in connection with the Ordinance, (2) the policy $WWDFKPHQW
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considerations discussed therein, and (3) the consideration and recommendation by the City’s Planning Commission.
I. All legal prerequisites to the adoption of the Ordinance have occurred.
SECTION 2. Incorporation. The recitals above are each incorporated by reference and adopted as findings by the City Council.
SECTION 3. CEQA. Under California Public Resources Code section 21080.17, the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) does not apply to the adoption of an ordinance by a city or county implementing the provisions of Article 2 of Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code, which is California’s ADU law and which also regulates JADUs, as defined by section 66313. Therefore, adoption of the Ordinance is statutorily exempt from CEQA in that it implements state ADU law.
SECTION 4. General Plan. The City Council hereby finds that the adoption of the Ordinance is consistent with the General Plan as a matter of law under Government Code section 66314(c).
SECTION 5. Code Amendment. Section 11-1.30.06 of Lomita Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in its entirety as provided in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 6. Effective Date. This Ordinance takes effect 30 days after its adoption.
SECTION 7. HCD Submittal. As required by Government Code section 66326, the City Clerk is directed to submit a copy of this Ordinance to the California Department of Housing and Community Development within 60 days after adoption.
SECTION 8. Publication. The City Clerk is directed to certify the adoption of this Ordinance and post or publish this Ordinance as required by law.
SECTION 9. Custodian of Records. The custodian of records for this Ordinance is the City Clerk and the records comprising the administrative record are located at 24300 Narbonne Avenue, Lomita, CA 90717.
SECTION 10. Severability. If any provision of this Ordinance or its application to any person or circumstance is held to be invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity has no effect on the other provisions or applications of the Ordinance that can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this extent, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable. The City Council declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance irrespective of the invalidity of any portion thereof.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Lomita, California, at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 17th day of December, 2024 by the following vote:
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Bill Uphoff
Mayor
ATTEST:
Kathleen Hill, CMC
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
City Attorney
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EXHIBIT A
Amended ADU Regulations
(follows this page)
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1 Section 11-1.30.06. - Accessory Dwelling Units
(A)Purpose. The purpose of this section is to allow and regulate accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs) in compliance with Chapter 13 of Division 1 of Title 7 of the California Government Code. (B) Effect of Conforming. An ADU or JADU that conforms to the standards in this section will not be:
(1) Deemed to be inconsistent with the city’s general plan and zoning designation for the lot on which the ADU or JADU is located.
(2) Deemed to exceed the allowable density for the lot on which the ADU or JADU is located.
(3) Considered in the application of any local ordinance, policy, or program to limit residential growth.
(4) Required to correct a nonconforming zoning condition, as defined in subsection (c)(8) below. This does not prevent the city from enforcing compliance with applicable building standards in accordance with Health and Safety Code section 17980.12.
(C) Definitions. As used in this section, terms are defined as follows:
(1) “Accessory dwelling unit” or “ADU” means an attached or a detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence. An accessory dwelling unit also includes the following:
a. An efficiency unit, as defined by section 17958.1 of the California Health and Safety Code; and
b. A manufactured home, as defined by section 18007 of the California Health and Safety Code.
(2) “Accessory structure” means a structure that is accessory and incidental to a dwelling located on the same lot.
(3) “Complete independent living facilities” means permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family or multifamily dwelling is or will be situated.
(4) “Efficiency kitchen” means a kitchen that includes all of the following:
a. A cooking facility with appliances.
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2 b. A food preparation counter and storage cabinets that are of a reasonable size in relation to the size of the JADU.
(5) “Junior accessory dwelling unit” or “JADU” means a residential unit that satisfies all of the following:
a. It is no more than 500 square feet in size.
b. It is contained entirely within an existing or proposed single-family structure.
An enclosed use within the residence, such as an attached garage, is considered to be a part of and contained within the single-family structure. c. It includes its own separate sanitation facilities or shares sanitation facilities with the existing or proposed single-family structure.
d. If the unit does not include its own separate bathroom, then it contains an interior entrance to the main living area of the existing or proposed singlefamily structure in addition to an exterior entrance that is separate from the main entrance to the primary dwelling.
e. It includes an efficiency kitchen, as defined in subsection (C)(4) above. (6) “Livable space” means a space in a dwelling intended for human habitation, including living, sleeping, eating, cooking, or sanitation. (7) “Living area” means the interior habitable area of a dwelling unit, including basements and attics, but does not include a garage or any accessory structure. (8) “Nonconforming zoning condition” means a physical improvement on a property that does not conform with current zoning standards.
(9) “Passageway” means a pathway that is unobstructed clear to the sky and extends from a street to one entrance of the ADU or JADU.
(10) “Proposed dwelling” means a dwelling that is the subject of a permit application and that meets the requirements for permitting.
(11) “Public transit” means a location, including, but not limited to, a bus stop or train station, where the public may access buses, trains, subways, and other forms of transportation that charge set fares, run on fixed routes, and are available to the public.
(12) “Tandem parking” means that two or more automobiles are parked on a driveway or in any other location on a lot, lined up behind one another. (D)Approvals. The following approvals apply to ADUs and JADUs under this section:
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3 (1) Building-permit Only. If an ADU or JADU complies with each of the general requirements in subsection (E) below, it is allowed with only a building permit in the following scenarios:
a. Converted on Single-family Lot: One ADU as described in this subsection (D)(1)(a) and one JADU on a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling on it, where the ADU or JADU:
i. Is either: within the space of a proposed single-family dwelling; within the existing space of an existing single-family dwelling; or (in the case of an ADU only) within the existing space of an accessory structure, plus up to 150 additional square feet if the expansion is limited to accommodating ingress and egress; and
ii. Has exterior access that is independent of that for the single-family dwelling; and
iii. Has side and rear setbacks sufficient for fire and safety, as dictated by applicable building and fire codes.
iv. The JADU complies with the requirements of Government Code sections 66333 through 66339.
b. Limited Detached on Single-family Lot: One detached, new-construction ADU on a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling (in addition to any JADU that might otherwise be established on the lot under subsection (D)(1)(a) above), if the detached ADU satisfies each of the following limitations:
i. The side- and rear-yard setbacks are at least four feet. ii. The total floor area is 800 square feet or smaller. iii. The peak height above grade does not exceed the applicable height limit in subsection (E)(2) below.
c. Converted on Multifamily Lot: One or more ADUs within portions of existing multifamily dwelling structures that are not used as livable space, including but not limited to storage rooms, boiler rooms, passageways, attics, basements, or garages, if each converted ADU complies with state building standards for dwellings. Under this subsection (D)(1)(c), at least one converted ADU is allowed within an existing multifamily dwelling, up to a quantity equal to 25 percent of the existing multifamily dwelling units. d. Limited Detached on Multifamily Lot: No more than two detached ADUs on a lot with a proposed multifamily dwelling, or up to eight detached ADUs on a lot with an existing multifamily dwelling, if each detached ADU satisfies all of the following:
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4 i. The side- and rear-yard setbacks are at least four feet. If the existing multifamily dwelling has a rear or side yard setback of less than four feet, the city will not require any modification to the multifamily dwelling as a condition of approving the ADU.
ii. The peak height above grade does not exceed the applicable height limit provided in subsection (E)(2) below.
iii. If the lot has an existing multifamily dwelling, the quantity of detached ADUs does not exceed the number of primary dwelling units on the lot.
(2) ADU Permit.
a. Except as allowed under subsection (D)(1) above, no ADU may be created without a building permit and an ADU permit in compliance with the standards set forth in subsections (E) and (F) below.
b. The city may charge a fee to reimburse it for costs incurred in processing ADU permits, including the costs of adopting or amending the city’s ADU ordinance. The ADU-permit processing fee is determined by the director of community and economic development and approved by the city council by resolution.
(3) Process and Timing.
a. An ADU permit is considered and approved ministerially, without discretionary review or a hearing.
b. The city must approve or deny an application to create an ADU or JADU within 60 days from the date that the city receives a completed application. If the city has not approved or denied the completed application within 60 days, the application is deemed approved unless either:
i. The applicant requests a delay, in which case the 60-day time period is tolled for the period of the requested delay, or
ii. When an application to create an ADU or JADU is submitted with a permit application to create a new single-family or multifamily dwelling on the lot, the city may delay acting on the permit application for the ADU or JADU until the city acts on the permit application to create the new single-family or multifamily dwelling, but the application to create the ADU or JADU will still be considered ministerially without discretionary review or a hearing. c. If the city denies an application to create an ADU or JADU, the city must provide the applicant with comments that include, among other things, a list of all the defective or deficient items and a description of how the application Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *87
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5 may be remedied by the applicant. Notice of the denial and corresponding comments must be provided to the applicant within the 60-day time period established by subsection (D)(3)(b) above.
d. A demolition permit for a detached garage that is to be replaced with an ADU is reviewed with the application for the ADU and issued at the same time. (E) General ADU and JADU Requirements. The following requirements apply to all ADUs and JADUs that are approved under subsections (D)(1) or (D)(2) above:
(1) Zoning.
a. An ADU subject only to a building permit under subsection (D)(1) above may be created on a lot in a residential or mixed-use zone. b. An ADU subject to an ADU permit under subsection (D)(2) above may be created on a lot that is zoned to allow single-family dwelling residential use or multifamily dwelling residential use.
c. In accordance with Government Code section 66333(a), a JADU may only be created on a lot zoned for single-family residences.
(2) Height.
a. Except as otherwise provided by subsections (E)(2)(b) and (E)(2)(c) below, a detached ADU created on a lot with an existing or proposed single family or multifamily dwelling unit may not exceed 16 feet in height. b. A detached ADU may be up to 18 feet in height if it is created on a lot with an existing or proposed single family or multifamily dwelling unit that is located within one-half mile walking distance of a major transit stop or high quality transit corridor, as those terms are defined in Section 21155 of the Public Resources Code, and the ADU may be up to two additional feet in height (for a maximum of 20 feet) if necessary to accommodate a roof pitch on the ADU that is aligned with the roof pitch of the primary dwelling unit. c. A detached ADU created on a lot with an existing or proposed multifamily dwelling that has more than one story above grade may not exceed 18 feet in height.
d. An ADU that is attached to the primary dwelling may not exceed 25 feet in height or the height limitation imposed by the underlying zone that applies to the primary dwelling, whichever is lower. Notwithstanding the foregoing, ADUs subject to this subsection (E)(2)(d) may not exceed two stories. e. For purposes of this subsection (E)(2), height is measured from existing legal grade or the level of the lowest floor, whichever is lower, to the peak of the structure.
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6 f. Extra Height Available.
i. An ADU may exceed the applicable height limit in subsections (a) through (d) above if the space below the ADU is used to provide parking spaces on grade, in which case the ADU may reach the maximum height for a principal structure under LMC Section 11-
1.30.03. ii. The portion of the ADU that is within the increase in height that is allowed by this subsection (f) is subject to the principal structure setbacks.
iii. South of Pacific Coast Highway, any extra height under this subsection (f) requires a Height Variation Permit under LMC Section 11-1.70.11.
iv. The extra height allowed under this subsection (f) is not available for an ADU that is on a lot with an existing or proposed multifamily dwelling that is over 1,000 square feet in floor area.
v. For an application that uses the extra height under this subsection (f) to be complete, the application must include an executed and notarized, ready-to-record deed restriction in a form approved by the City that limits the use of the at-grade parking area below the ADU to permanent parking and requiring the owner to remove the extra-height portion of the structure before the ground-level area may be used for anything other than parking.
(3) Fire Sprinklers.
a. Fire sprinklers are required in an ADU if sprinklers are required in the primary residence.
b. The construction of an ADU does not trigger a requirement for fire sprinklers to be installed in the existing primary dwelling.
(4) Rental Term. No ADU or JADU may be rented for a term that is shorter than 30 days. This prohibition applies regardless of when the ADU or JADU was created. (5) No Separate Conveyance. An ADU or JADU may be rented, but, except as otherwise provided in Government Code section 66341, no ADU or JADU may be sold or otherwise conveyed separately from the lot and the primary dwelling (in the case of a single-family lot) or from the lot and all of the dwellings (in the case of a multifamily lot).
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7 completed within the last five years or, if the percolation test has been recertified, within the last 10 years.
(7) Owner Occupancy.
a. ADUs created under this section on or after January 1, 2020 are not subject to an owner-occupancy requirement.
b. As required by state law, all JADUs are subject to an owner-occupancy requirement. A natural person with legal or equitable title to the property must reside on the property, in either the primary dwelling or JADU, as the person’s legal domicile and permanent residence. However, the owneroccupancy requirement in this subsection (E)(7)(b) does not apply if the property is entirely owned by another governmental agency, land trust, or housing organization.
(8) Deed Restriction. Prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for an ADU or JADU, a deed restriction must be recorded against the title of the property in the County Recorder’s office and a copy filed with the Community and Economic Development Director. The deed restriction must run with the land and bind all future owners. The form of the deed restriction will be provided by the city and must provide that:
a. Except as otherwise provided in Government Code section 66341, the ADU or JADU may not be sold separately from the primary dwelling. b. The ADU or JADU is restricted to the approved size and to other attributes allowed by this section.
c. The deed restriction runs with the land and may be enforced against future property owners.
d. The deed restriction may be removed if the owner eliminates the ADU or JADU, as evidenced by, for example, removal of the kitchen facilities. To remove the deed restriction, an owner may make a written request of the Director, providing evidence that the ADU or JADU has in fact been eliminated. The Director may then determine whether the evidence supports the claim that the ADU or JADU has been eliminated. Appeal may be taken from the Director’s determination consistent with other provisions of this Code. If the ADU or JADU is not entirely physically removed, but is only eliminated by virtue of having a necessary component of an ADU or JADU removed, the remaining structure and improvements must otherwise comply with applicable provisions of this Code.
e. The deed restriction is enforceable by the director or his or her designee for the benefit of the city. Failure of the property owner to comply with the deed restriction may result in legal action against the property owner, and the city is authorized to obtain any remedy available to it at law or equity, including, but Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *90
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8 not limited to, obtaining an injunction enjoining the use of the ADU or JADU in violation of the recorded restrictions or abatement of the illegal unit. (9) Building & Safety.
a. Must comply with building code. Subject to subsection (E)(10)(b) below, all ADUs and JADUs must comply with all local building code requirements. b. No change of occupancy. Construction of an ADU does not constitute a Group R occupancy change under the local building code, as described in Section 310 of the California Building Code, unless the Community and Economic Development Director makes a written finding based on substantial evidence in the record that the construction of the ADU could have a specific, adverse impact on public health and safety. Nothing in this subsection (E)(10)(b) prevents the city from changing the occupancy code of a space that was uninhabitable space or that was only permitted for nonresidential use and was subsequently converted for residential use in accordance with this section. (F) Specific ADU Requirements. The following requirements apply only to ADUs that require an ADU permit under subsection (D)(2) above.
(1) Maximum Size.
a. The maximum size of a detached or attached ADU subject to this subsection (F) is 850 square feet for a studio or one-bedroom unit and 1,000 square feet for a unit with two or more bedrooms.
b. An attached ADU that is created on a lot with an existing primary dwelling is further limited to 50 percent of the floor area of the existing primary dwelling. c. Application of other development standards in this subsection (f), such as FAR or lot coverage, might further limit the size of the ADU, but no application of the percent-based size limit in subsection (F)(1)(b) above or of an FAR, front setback, lot coverage limit, or open-space requirement may require the ADU to be less than 800 square feet.
(2) Floor Area Ratio (FAR). No ADU subject to this subsection (F) may cause the total FAR of an A1 or R1-zoned lot to exceed 60 percent, subject to subsection (F)(1)(c) above.
(3) Setbacks.
a. ADUs that are subject to this subsection (F) must conform to 4-foot side and rear setbacks. ADUs that are subject to this subsection (F) must conform to 20-foot front setbacks, subject to subsection (F)(1)(c) above.
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9 b. No setback is required for an ADU that is subject to this subsection (F) if the ADU is constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing structure.
(4) Lot Coverage. No ADU subject to this subsection (F) may cause the total lot coverage of an R2 or R3 zoned lot to exceed 80 percent, subject to subsection (F)(1)(c) above.
(5) Passageway. No passageway, as defined by subsection (C)(9) above, is required for an ADU.
(6) Parking.
a. Generally. One off-street parking space is required for each ADU. The parking space may be provided in setback areas or as tandem parking, as defined by subsection (C)(12) above.
b. Exceptions. No parking under subsection (F)(7)(a) is required in the following situations:
i. The ADU is located within one-half mile walking distance of public transit, as defined in subsection (C)(11) above.
ii. The ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district.
iii. The ADU is part of the proposed or existing primary residence or an accessory structure under subsection (D)(1)(a) above.
iv. When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant of the ADU.
v. When there is an established car share vehicle stop located within one block of the ADU.
vi. When the permit application to create an ADU is submitted with an application to create a new single-family or new multifamily dwelling on the same lot, provided that the ADU or the lot satisfies any other criteria listed in subsections (F)(7)(b)(i) through (v) above. c. No Replacement. When a garage, carport, covered parking structure, or uncovered parking space is demolished in conjunction with the construction of an ADU or converted to an ADU, those off-street parking spaces are not required to be replaced.
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10 (7) Architectural Requirements.
a. The materials and colors of the exterior walls, roof, and windows and doors must be the same as those of the primary dwelling.
b. The roof slope must match that of the dominant roof slope of the primary dwelling. The dominant roof slope is the slope shared by the largest portion of the roof.
c. The exterior lighting must be limited to down-lights or as otherwise required by the building or fire code.
d. The ADU must have an independent exterior entrance, apart from that of the primary dwelling.
e. The interior horizontal dimensions of an ADU must be at least 10 feet wide in every direction, with a minimum interior wall height of seven feet. f. No window or door of the ADU may have a direct line of sight to an adjoining residential property. Each window and door must either be located where there is no direct line of sight or screened using fencing, landscaping, or privacy glass to prevent a direct line of sight.
g. All windows and doors in an ADU less than 30 feet from a property line that is not a public right-of-way line must either be (for windows) clerestory with the bottom of the glass at least six feet above the finished floor, or (for windows and for doors) utilize frosted or obscure glass. (8) Allowed Stories. No ADU subject to this subsection (F) may have more than one story, except that an ADU that is attached to the primary dwelling may have the stories allowed under subparagraph (E)(2)(d) of this section. (G)Fees. The following requirements apply to all ADUs that are approved under subsections (d)(1) or (d)(2) above.
(1) Impact Fees.
a. No impact fee is required for an ADU that is less than 750 square feet in size.
For purposes of this subsection (G)(1), “impact fee” means a “fee” under the Mitigation Fee Act (Gov. Code § 66000(b)) and a fee under the Quimby Act (Gov. Code § 66477). “Impact fee” here does not include any connection fee or capacity charge for water or sewer service.
b. Any impact fee that is required for an ADU that is 750 square feet or larger in size must be charged proportionately in relation to the square footage of the primary dwelling unit. (E.g., the floor area of the ADU, divided by the floor area of the primary dwelling, times the typical fee amount charged for a new dwelling.)
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11 (2) Utility Fees.
a. If an ADU is constructed with a new single-family home, a separate utility connection directly between the ADU and the utility and payment of the normal connection fee and capacity charge for a new dwelling are required. b. Except as described in subsection (G)(2)(a), converted ADUs on a singlefamily lot that are created under subsection (d)(1)(A) above are not required to have a new or separate utility connection directly between the ADU and the utility. Nor is a connection fee or capacity charge required. c. Except as described in subsection (G)(2)(a), all ADUs that are not covered by subsection (G)(2)(b) require a new, separate utility connection directly between the ADU and the utility for any utility that is provided by the city. All utilities that are not provided by the city are subject to the connection and fee requirements of the utility provider.
i. The connection is subject to a connection fee or capacity charge that is proportionate to the burden created by the ADU based on either the floor area or the number of drainage-fixture units (DFU) values, as defined by the Uniform Plumbing Code, upon the water or sewer system.
ii. The portion of the fee or charge that is charged by the city may not exceed the reasonable cost of providing this service.
(H)Nonconforming Zoning Code Conditions, Building Code Violations, and Unpermitted Structures.
(1) Generally. The city will not deny an ADU or JADU application due to a nonconforming zoning condition, building code violation, or unpermitted structure on the lot that does not present a threat to the public health and safety and that is not affected by the construction of the ADU or JADU. (2) Unpermitted ADUs and JADUs constructed before 2020. a. Permit to Legalize. As required by state law, the city may not deny a permit to legalize an existing but unpermitted ADU or JADU that was constructed before January 1, 2020, if denial is based on either of the following grounds:
i. The ADU or JADU violates applicable building standards, or ii. The ADU or JADU does not comply with state ADU or JADU law or this ADU ordinance (section 11-1.30.06).
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12 b. Exceptions:
i. Notwithstanding subsection (H)(2)(a) above, the city may deny a permit to legalize an existing but unpermitted ADU or JADU that was constructed before January 1, 2020, if the city makes a finding that correcting a violation is necessary to comply with the standards specified in California Health and Safety Code section 17920.3. ii. Subsection (H)(2)(a) above does not apply to a building that is deemed to be substandard in accordance with California Health and Safety Code section 17920.3.
(I) Nonconforming ADUs and Discretionary Approval. Any proposed ADU or JADU that would otherwise be allowed under this section but that does not conform to the objective design or development standards set forth in subsections (A) through (H) of this section may be allowed by the city with a conditional use permit and other applicable land use entitlements, in accordance with the other provisions of Article 70.
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1 TO: City Council
FROM: Andrew Vialpando, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Adrian Fernandez, Community and Economic Development Director
MEETING DATE: December 3, 2024
SUBJECT: Discussion and Consideration of Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-07 – An update to the Lomita Municipal Code regarding definitions, residential land uses and residential development standards for in-house clean up
RECOMMENDATION
Conduct a Public Hearing reading by title only, introduce on first reading Ordinance No. 867 amending sections 11-1.15, 11-1.30.01, 11-1.30.02, 11-1.30.03, 11-1.30.04 and 11-
1.30.05 of Lomita Municipal Code (LMC) Title XI (Planning and Zoning) Chapter 1 (Zoning) and finding the action to be categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and direct staff to schedule the second reading and possible adoption of the ordinance for the December 17, 2024, City Council meeting.
BACKGROUND
On October 15, 2024, the City Council adopted Phase I of the Zoning Code update related to the City’s recently adopted General Plan Update. Phase I included updates to implement the policies and programs of the 2021-2029 Housing Element. Some of these changes included rezoning as well as allowing residential/commercial mixed use in commercial corridors. In the spring of 2024, the Planning Commission and City Council will have the opportunity to consider Phase II of the comprehensive zoning code update.
This will include objective design standards, lot consolidation incentives and other amendments to fully implement the goals, policies and actions in the General Plan.
On November 12, 2024, the Planning Commission considered the proposed zoning text amendment and unanimously voted to adopt Resolution No. PC 2024-17 recommending that the City Council approved the amendment as proposed. During deliberation, a concern came up about parking inoperable vehicles in the front yard. The concern was obviated when a Commissioner stated that inoperable vehicles were covered in a different
CITY OF LOMITA
CITY COUNCIL REPORT
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2 Code section, which prohibited such activity. LMC Section 11-1.66.09(B) requires that storage and/or parking of detached camper/shells, dismantled and inoperable vehicles are not permitted in the front yard setback and must be screened if located outside the front yard setback.
The attached ordinance proposes revisions to the permitted use table and development standards mostly to provide clarity and remove unnecessary footnotes or standards that are already covered in other sections. Included in the changes is restoring the floor area ratio (FAR) and lot coverage standards to the residential development standards which had been inadvertently removed prior to the adoption of Phase I in favor of no building size restrictions. Both FAR for A-1 and R-1 zones and lot coverage for R-2 and R-3 zones have been added back to the residential development standards in the proposed ordinance.
As garages are now optional for residential development and no longer a Code requirement, existing and new garages are frequently converted into ADUs. The Code was updated to require garages to maintain a three-foot setback from the rear property line where no setback was previously required. The Building Code requires a three-foot setback from property lines for habitable buildings with windows facing the property line.
This update will affirm this Building Code requirement if and when garages are converted into ADUs. Another proposed change permits a two-car garage facing a street on lots with a lot width less than 50 feet and removes the requirement for 50 percent of the required front yard to be dedicated to drought-tolerant plant species. The revised code also permits lots with a lot width less than 50 feet to have a two-car garage and for the required front yard to accommodate additional parking spaces. As urban lot splits and ADUs become more common, less public parking will be available due to State law. These changes will facilitate additional onsite parking spaces, which is expected to improve public parking availability.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
The Planning Division finds that adoption of the ordinance is not subject to CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Sections 15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment) and 15060(c)(3) (the activity is not a project as defined in Section 15378) because it has no potential for resulting in physical change to the environment, directly or indirectly. The proposed zoning code amendment does not consist of applications for permits or other entitlements for use. It will result in updates to definitions, residential land uses and residential development standards. The ordinance is not a project as defined in Section 15378 and will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment. Land use and/or development applications that will be subject to these new standards will be individually evaluated for potential environmental impacts at the time the applications are being processed. Furthermore, the adoption of the ordinance is exempt from CEQA because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment (State CEQA Guidelines, § 15061(b)(3).)
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3 PUBLIC NOTICE
Notice of this hearing dated November 21, 2024, was published in The Daily Breeze Newspaper and posted at City Hall and Lomita Park.
FISCAL IMPACT
There are no financial implications resulting from this recommendation.
OPTIONS
1. Approve the attached ordinance.
2. Do not approve the ordinance.
3. Provide staff with further direction.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Ordinance No. 867
1. Exhibit A: Zoning Text Amendment
2. Redlined Zoning Text Amendment
Reviewed by: Approved by:
_______________________ ______________________
Gary Y. Sugano Andrew Vialpando
Assistant City Manager City Manager
Prepared by:
__________________________
Adrian Fernandez, Community and Economic Development Director Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *98
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ORDINANCE NO. 867
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 11-1.15,
11-1.30.01, 11-1.30.02, 11-1.30.03, 11-1.30.04 AND 11-
1.30.05 OF CHAPTER 1 (ZONING) OF TITLE XI
(PLANNING AND ZONING) OF THE LOMITA MUNICIPAL
CODE
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA DOES HEREBY FIND AND ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Recitals.
A. Lomita Municipal Code (LMC) Chapter 1 (Zoning) of Title XI (Planning and Zoning) establishes allowable uses, definitions, and development standards of properties within all zoning districts in the city.
B. The City initiated Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No. 2024-05 in accordance with LMC Section 11-1.70.05 to implement the 2021-2029 Housing Element and General Plan Amendment No. 2024-02 by amending LMC Chapter 1 to provide additional housing development opportunities in the City. ZTA No. 2024-07 is a follow up to ZTA No. 2024-05 in that it cleans up several of the newly adopted zoning code and related sections.
C. The City initiated ZTA No. 2024-06 to update to the Lomita Municipal Code regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADUs) to comply with recent changes in state law. ZTA No. 2024-06 also reorganized the placement of definitions related to the regulation of ADUS and JADUs in the City.
D. On November 12, 2024, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on ZTA No. 2024-07, where public testimony was accepted on the item.
By a vote of 6 to 0, the Planning Commission voted to recommend the City Council approval of ZTA No. 2024-07.
SECTION 2. Incorporation. The recitals above are true and correct and are each incorporated by reference and adopted as findings by the City Council.
SECTION 3. CEQA. Adoption of the Ordinance does not constitute a “project” under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Public Resources Code section 21080(a) and State CEQA Guidelines section 15378 since adoption of the Ordinance does not have the potential to result in either a direct physical change in the environment or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment.
Moreover, pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines section 15061(b)(3), the adoption of this Ordinance is exempt from CEQA because there is no possibility that it may have a significant effect on the environment.
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SECTION 4. General Plan. The City Council hereby finds that the adoption of the Ordinance is consistent with the General Plan as a matter of law under Government Code section 66314(c).
SECTION 5. Code Amendment. Sections 11-1.15, 11-1.30.01, 11-1.30.02 and 11-
1.30.06 of Lomita Municipal Code (LMC) Title XI (Planning and Zoning) Chapter 1 (Zoning) is hereby amended and restated to read in its entirety as provided in Exhibit A, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
SECTION 6. Effective Date. This Ordinance takes effect 30 days after its adoption.
SECTION 7. Publication. The City Clerk is directed to certify the adoption of this Ordinance and post or publish this Ordinance as required by law.
SECTION 8. Custodian of Records. The custodian of records for this Ordinance is the City Clerk and the records comprising the administrative record are located at 24300 Narbonne Avenue, Lomita, CA 90717.
SECTION 9. Severability. If any provision of this Ordinance or its application to any person or circumstance is held to be invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity has no effect on the other provisions or applications of the Ordinance that can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this extent, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable. The City Council declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance irrespective of the invalidity of any portion thereof.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Lomia, California, at a regular meeting of the City Council held on the 17th day of December, 2024 by the following vote:
Bill Uphoff
Mayor
ATTEST:
Kathleen Hill, CMC
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Trevor Rusin, City Attorney
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EXHIBIT A
Amended Residential Development Standards
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Accessory structure means a detached structure on the same lot or parcel of land as a principal structure and the use is incidental to the principal structure such as garage, carport, gazebo, cabanas, art studio, personal home gym, storage shed, trellis/lattice patio, swimming pool, spa, and other similar non-habitable structures. An accessory structure does not include a principal structure, residential dwelling unit, accessory dwelling unit and junior accessory dwelling unit.
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Basement shall mean that portion of a building between floor and ceiling, which is entirely below grade or partly below and partly above grade, but so located that the vertical distance from grade to the floor below is less than the vertical distance from grade to the ceiling at any one point of the exterior walls, except for subterranean garages and building code requirement for egress which may allow an opening for vehicles and/or pedestrian access not to exceed 25 percent of the basement’s perimeter walls. Even with daylighting openings, the entire basement may not exceed the average of more than 50 percent above grade. False ceilings are not counted for the distance between grade and the ceiling.
Building height shall be defined as the vertical distance as measured from the average level of the natural grade of that portion of the site covered by the building(s) to the highest point of the structure. For existing structures, height shall be measured from the existing improved grade adjacent to the structure to the highest point of the structure. In residential zones south of Pacific Coast Highway, any construction above sixteen (16) feet, as measured in the manner prescribed above, shall require a height variation permit.
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Carport shall mean any freestanding structure, tent, or canopy designed to serve as a shelter for a vehicle, and having less than four (4) sides.
Cellar shall mean same as a basement, except that the space is not conditioned for habitation.
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Driveway shall mean a vehicular access to an off-street parking space, parking lot or parking structure being public or private, or, where required, to provide fire department access and turnaround.
Dwelling, primary, shall mean a building used as a one-family, two-family or multifamily dwelling other than an accessory dwelling unit, junior accessory dwelling unit or twounit housing development.
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Sec. 11-1.15.06(F). -
In calculating the floor area ratio (F.A.R.), the measurements from outside wall to outside wall, using gross square footage shall be used. The gross square footage includes the area of all floors of the main structure and all of the accessory structures, but excludes basements, decks, balconies, trellis/lattice patio and covered porches and patios enclosed on not more than two (2) sides.
Sec. 11-1.15.07(G). -
Garage shall mean an accessory building with a roof, not less than three (3) enclosed sides and an openable garage door on the fourth side.
Sec. 11-1.15.08(H). -
Height: See "Building height."
Height variation permit: Procedure whereby the community and economic development director or planning commission may grant permission to construct a new building, addition or alteration to an existing building above sixteen (16) feet and not to exceed twenty-seven (27) feet in height in residential zones south of Pacific Coast Highway.
Sec. 11-1.15.12(L). -
Lot coverage shall mean the horizontal area measured within the outside of the exterior walls of all buildings and accessory structures on a lot including garages, carports, and covered porches. Lot coverage does not include swimming pools, spas, equipment, trellis/lattice patios, hardscape and ground-level decks or patio slabs.
Lot line, front, shall mean a line separating an interior lot from a street or highway, or a line separating the narrower street frontage of a corner lot from the street or highway. In the case of a flag lot, the front lot line is the property line most parallel to the street or highway other than the flag staff.
Lot, through, shall mean an interior lot having a frontage on two (2) streets and/or highways.
Lot width shall mean the horizontal distance between the side lot lines measured at right angles to the lot depth line or the average of the lot width where the lot width across the front and rear lot lines are different at any point thereto, excluding the flag staff for flag lots.
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Sec. 11-1.15.14(N). -
Nonconforming structure shall mean any structure or improvement of land or property that was lawfully established in compliance with all applicable ordinances and laws at the time of approval, but which, due to the application of the chapter or any amendment thereto, no longer complies with all of the applicable regulations and standards of the zone in which the structure or improvement is located.
Nonconforming use shall mean any use of land or property that was lawfully established and in compliance with all applicable ordinances and laws at the time the use was established, but which, due to any amendment thereto, the use is no longer permitted or is subject to a conditional use permit or minor conditional use permit based on the zone in which the use is located.
Sec. 11-1.15.16(P). -
Principal structure means the same as “dwelling, primary”.
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Sec. 11-1.30.01. - Uses.
Table 11-1.30.A: Permitted uses in residential zones
Land Use Zoning District Supplemental Requirements A-1 R-1 R-2 R-3 Accessory dwelling unit3,4 P P P P Section 11-1.30.06
Accessory structures4 P P P P Section 11-1.30.05
Childcare facilities not in a
residence
-- -- C C
Civic and public buildings C C P P
Condominium conversions C C C C Section 11-2.370
Employee housing for six
(6) or fewer employees
As defined and permitted in the California Health and Safety Code Sections 17021.5 and 17021.6 and the Employee Housing Act Farm pets4 P -- -- -- Section 11-1.30.08
Hens (female chickens)4 P P -- -- Section 11-1.30.08
Home occupations4 P P P P Section 11-1.30.11
Hospitals -- -- C C
Junior accessory dwelling
unit3,4
P P P P Section 11-1.30.06
Large family day care up to
fourteen (14) persons
P P P P Section 11-1.30.10 as defined in
California Code of Regulations
Section 102416.5
Manufactured homes P P P P Section 11-1.30.09
Multifamily housing1 -- -- P P Section 11-1.70.07
Nursery stock C -- -- --
Organizational house
(convent, etc.)
-- -- C C
Parking lots adjoining or
located directly across the
street from a commercial
use
C C C C
Planned residential
development
P P P P Section 11-1.70.07
Section 11-1.30.17
Private tennis clubs C -- -- --
Public parks P P P P
Public utilities C C C C
Religious facilities and
assembly halls
C C C C See “Special development
standards”
Rooming house -- -- P P
Schools2 C C C C Unless otherwise exempted by the
school district, schools with a total
capacity of more than fifty (50)
students (as determined by the
Building and Safety Division) shall
be subject to the development
standards in Section 11-1.68.04
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Land Use Zoning District Supplemental Requirements A-1 R-1 R-2 R-3 Senior housing -- -- P P Section 11-1.30.14
Single-family residence P P P P
Small family day care P P P P Section 11-1.30.10 as defined in California Code of Regulations
Section 102416.5
State-licensed community
care facilities with six (6) or
fewer persons
P P P P As defined in California Health and
Safety Code Section 1502, and
1596.750 et seq.
State-licensed community
care facilities with seven (7)
or more residents in addition
to the caregiver
C C C C As defined in California Health and
Safety Code Sections 1502 and
1596.750 and regulated by Lomita
Municipal Code Section 11-1.30.10
Supportive housing P P P1 P1 As defined in California Health and Safety Code Section
50675.14(b)(2)
Transitional housing P P P P As defined in California Health and Safety Code Section 50801
Two-unit residential
development
P P -- -- Section 11-1.30.16
Urban lot split P P P P Section 11-1.30.15
Wireless communication
facilities
WCFP WCFP WCFP WCFP See “Wireless communications
facilities”
-- – Not Permitted
P – Permitted Use
S – Site Plan Review Required
C – Conditional Use Permit Required
WCFP – Wireless Communication Facility Permit
Notes:
1. New buildings and additions requiring additional parking must receive site plan review approval pursuant to this title.
2. Nonprofit organizations which existed prior to 1979 may apply for a conditional use permit provided that the school is located on the same site as the organization.
3. ADUs and JADUs are either subject to a building permit only or ADU.
4. These uses are only permitted with a primary use as determined by the director of community and economic department.
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Sec. 11-1.30.03. - Development standards.
Table 11-1.30.B: Residential zone development standards Development Standard
Zoning District PRD
A-1 R-1 R-2 R-3
Density, Maximum
10.89 dwelling
units per
acre
10.89 dwelling
units per
acre
19.79 dwelling
units per
acre
43.6 dwelling
units per
acre
3,7,9
Lot Area, Minimum8 5,000
square feet
5,000
square feet
5,000
square feet
5,000
square feet Varies
Lot Width, Minimum2,8 50’ 50’ 50’ 50’ Varies
Maximum floor area ratio .60 .60 N/A N/A N/A
Lot coverage N/A N/A .80 .80 N/A
Maximum combined area of
accessory structures13
750 square
feet
750 square
feet
750 square
feet
750 square
feet N/A
Maximum Height
Principal structure5,8 27’ 27’ 27’ 35’ 27’
Accessory structures6 16’ 16’ 16’ 16’ N/A
Minimum Building Setbacks for Principal Structures
Front Yard1 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0”
Corner lot – Secondary
front1,10 10’-0” 10’-0” 10’-0” 10’-0” 10’-0”
Side Yard1,4 5’-0” 5’-0” 5’-0” 5’-0” 5’-0”
Rear yard setback1,11 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0” 15’-0” Minimum Building Setbacks for Accessory Structures
Front Yard1 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0”
Corner Lot – Secondary
front1,10 10’-0” 10’-0” 10’-0” 10’-0” 10’-0”
Rear and side yard
setbacks11 3’-0” 3’-0” 3’-0” 3’-0” 3’-0”
Notes:
1. Modifications to yard setbacks subject to the provisions for “Modifications” (Section 11-1.70.08) and “Site plan review” (Section 11-1.70.07).
2. Fifty (50) feet of frontage must be on a dedicated public or private street, except for urban lot splits (Section 11-1.30.15). A lot fronting a turnaround portion of a cul-de-sac may be forty (40) feet wide.
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Modification subject to development standards and requirements applicable to Section 11-1.30.17 for planned residential development.
3. Density subject to the General Plan land use designation of the subject property as outlined below.
Note that the General Plan ranges are not code required minimums, i.e., housing could be constructed at less than 10.9 du/ac in the R-2 zone (Residential – Medium Density). a. Residential – Agricultural; 0 – 10.89 du/ac
b. Residential – Low Density; 5.8 – 10.89 du/ac
c. Residential – Medium Density; 10.9 – 19.79 du/ac
d. Residential – High Density; 19.8 – 43.6 du/ac
4. Setback equals ten (10) percent of the lot width, but not less than three (3) feet and need not exceed five (5) feet.
5. Residential properties located south of Pacific Coast Highway shall be limited to sixteen (16) feet, and no more than one-story, excluding basement, in height unless a height variation permit is granted (Section 11-1.70.11).
6. Accessory structures are limited to one story, except for ADUs and JADUs which are subject to the height limits in Section 11-1.30.06.
7. Refer to Section 11-1.30.14 for additional requirements.
8. Refer to Section 11-1.30.15 for development standards applicable to urban lot splits; Section 11-
1.30.16 for development standards applicable to two-unit residential development; and Section 11-
1.30.17 for planned residential development.
9. Refer to Section 11-1.30.17 for development standards applicable to planned residential developments.
10. Garages shall be located a minimum of twenty (20) feet from secondary front property line.
11. Garages must maintain a 10-foot distance from an alley centerline.
12. Accessory structures are also subject to Section 11-1.30.05 (Accessory buildings and structures).
13. Swimming pools, spas, trellis/lattice patios and existing garages are not included in the maximum combined area of accessory structures.
Sec. 11-1.30.03. - General standards of development.
The following general standards of development apply to all property in residential zones, except two-unit housing developments described in Section 11-1.30.16. (a) Single-story side yard additions may follow the existing legal building line provided that the setback is no less than three (3) feet from the property line. Site plan approval shall be required for second-story additions with less than a five-foot setback. (b) Garages shall not occupy more than fifty (50) percent of the linear frontage facing the right-of-way, except to accommodate a two-car garage with a twenty (20)-foot interior width dimension.
(c) A minimum distance of six (6) feet is required between all buildings unless otherwise provided by the zoning ordinance and eaves may not be closer than three (3) feet. (d) Solar collectors and solar energy systems may exceed height limits and setback requirements mandated by this Code to the minimum extent necessary for their safe and efficient operation in accordance with the California Buildings Code and other applicable provisions of state law. Where feasible, ancillary solar equipment shall be located inside a building or screened from public view. Solar collectors and solar energy systems shall require written approval by the director of community Tuesday, December 03, 2024 Reg CC MTG, Page *108
development or the designee of that individual to ensure compliance with this subsection.
Sec. 11-1.30.04. - Location of other structures and projections into yards.
The following requirements apply to structures and projections into required yards:
A. Surface-mounted architectural features such as, but not limited to, cornices, eaves, and chimneys may project up to fifty (50) percent or two and one-half (2.5) feet into the required side yard setback, whichever is less, and up to five (5) feet in the required front, rear, and corner side yard setback.
B. Lattice and covered unenclosed porches located along the first floor and attached to a principal structure may project up to ten (10) feet into the required front and rear setback irrelevant of the unit's conformity to setback requirements.
C. Decks, balconies, open stairways, and other types of landings with any portion located above grade or ground floor, whichever is higher, may project up to five (5) feet into the principal structure’s front, rear, and corner side yard setbacks. The floor of any landing must be located at least six (6) feet below the maximum height limit for that zone. Access to any deck located above the ground level shall be provided directly from interior living space.
D. Rain conductors, spouts, utility service risers, and shutoff valves may project a maximum distance of one-foot into any required yard setback.
E. Utility equipment locations excluding solar equipment. (1) All ground-mounted utility equipment shall be a minimum of two (2) feet from interior property lines, ten (10) feet from corner property lines and not located within the required front yard setback area. All ground-mounted utility equipment shall be effectively screened from public view.
(2) Utility and mechanical equipment that is visible from the public right-of-way or an adjacent property may not be located on the roof of a single-family residence. (3) Modifications to the requirements in subsection (1) and (2) above may be made subject to the provisions for "Modifications" (Section 11-1.70.08) and "Site Plan Review" (Section 11-1.70.07).
F. Pool and spa equipment shall be a minimum of three (3) feet from interior property lines, ten (10) feet from the secondary front and not located within the front yard.
G. Roof eaves may project a maximum of two and one-half (2.5) feet into a required yard provided it maintains a two and one-half (2.5)-foot setback from all property lines.
Sec. 11-1.30.05. – Accessory buildings and structures.
A. This section does not apply to accessory dwelling units as described in Section 11-
1.30.06 and two-unit housing developments described in Section 11-1.30.16.
B. In addition to any other applicable development standards, accessory structures must meet the following requirements:
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(1) No kitchen, bathrooms, permanent dividing wall, or drain pipes larger than two (2) inches shall be constructed in said structure, except for outdoor kitchens. (2) Maximum combined area for accessory buildings and structures shall not occupy more than fifty (50) percent of the required rear yard, except for pools, spas, ground-mounted equipment, patio slabs and on-grade decks. Modifications to this requirement may be made subject to the provisions for "Modifications" (Section 11-
1.70.08) and "Site Plan Review" (Section 11-1.70.07).
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Sec. 11-1.15.01(A). -
Accessory dwelling unit means an attached or detached residential dwelling unit which provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons. It shall include permanent provisions for living sleeping, eating, cooking and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family dwelling is situated.
Accessory structure means a detached structure on the same lot or parcel of land as a principal structure and the use is incidental to the principal structure such as garage, carport, gazebo, cabanas, art studio, personal home gym, storage shed, trellis/lattice patio, swimming pool, spa, and other similar non-habitable structures. An accessory structure does not include a principal structure, residential dwelling unit, accessory dwelling unit and junior accessory dwelling unit.
Sec. 11-1.15.02(B). -
Basement shall mean that portion of a building between floor and ceiling, which is entirely below grade or partly below and partly above grade, but so located that the vertical distance from grade to the floor below is less than the vertical distance from grade to the ceiling at any one point of the exterior walls, except for subterranean garages and building code requirement for egress which may allow an opening for vehicles and/or pedestrian access not to exceed 25 percent of the basement’s perimeter walls. Even with daylighting openings, the entire basement may not exceed the average of more than 50 percent above grade. False ceilings are not counted for the distance between grade and the ceiling.
Building height shall be defined as the vertical distance as measured from the average level of the natural grade of that portion of the site covered by the building(s) to the highest point of the structure. For lots which slope downhill from the street of access the distance between the natural grade of the downhill slope to the closest finished floor of the building shall not exceed twenty (20) percent of the permitted height. For existing structures, height will shall be measured from the existing improved grade adjacent to the structure to the highest point of the structure. In residential zones south of Pacific Coast Highway, any construction above sixteen (16) feet, as measured in the manner prescribed above, shall require a height variation permit.
Sec. 11-1.15.03(C). -
Carport shall mean any freestanding structure, tent, or canopy designed to serve as a shelter for a vehicle, and having less than four (4) sides.
Cellar shall mean same as a basement, except that the space is not conditioned for habitation.
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Sec. 11-1.15.04(D). -
Driveway shall mean a vehicular access to an off-street parking space, parking lot or parking structure being public or private, or, where required, to provide fire department access and turnaround.
Dwelling, accessory, shall mean an "accessory dwelling unit (ADU)" as that stated in Government Code Section 65852.2 as that section may be amended time to time.
Dwelling, junior, shall mean a "junior accessory dwelling unit (JADU)" as that stated in Government Code Section 65852.22(h)(1) as that section may be amended time to time.
Dwelling, primary, shall mean a building used as a one-family, two-family or multi-family dwelling other than an accessory dwelling unit, junior accessory dwelling unit or two-unit housing development.
Sec. 11-1.15.06(F). -
In calculating the floor area ratio (F.A.R.), the measurements from outside wall to outside wall, using gross square footage shall be used. The gross square footage includes the area of all floors of the main structure and all of the accessory structures, but excludes basements, decks, balconies, trellis/lattice patio and covered porches and patios enclosed on not more than two (2) sides.
Sec. 11-1.15.07(G). -
Garage shall mean an accessory building with a roof, not less than three (3) enclosed sides and an openable garage door on the fourth side.
Sec. 11-1.15.08(H). -
Height: See "Building height."
Height variation permit: Procedure whereby the community and economic development director or planning commission may grant permission to construct a new building, addition or alteration to an existing building above sixteen (16) feet and not to exceed twenty-seven (27) feet in height in residential zones south of Pacific Coast Highway.
Sec. 11-1.15.10(J). -
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Junior accessory dwelling unit means a unit that is no more than five hundred (500) square feet in size and contained entirely within an existing single-family structure.
Sec. 11-1.15.11(K). -
Kitchen, efficiency, shall mean as defined in Government Code Section 65852.22, is a kitchen that contains at least a cooking facility with appliances, and a food preparation counter and storage cabinets that are of reasonable size in relation to the size of the junior accessory dwelling unit.
Sec. 11-1.15.12(L). -
Living area means the interior habitable area of a dwelling including basements and attics but does not include a garage or any accessory structure.
Lot coverage shall mean the horizontal area measured within the outside of the exterior walls of all buildings and accessory structures on a lot including garages, carports, and covered porches. Lot coverage does not include swimming pools, spas, equipment, trellis/lattice patios, hardscape and ground-level decks or patio slabs.
Lot line, front, shall mean a line separating an interior lot from a street or highway, or a line separating the narrower street frontage of a corner lot from the street or highway. In the case of a flag lot, the front lot line is the property line most parallel to the street or highway other than the flag staff.
Lot, through, shall mean an interior lot having a frontage on two (2) streets and/or highways.
Lot width shall mean the horizontal distance between the side lot lines measured at right angles to the lot depth line or the average of the lot width where the lot width across the front and rear lot lines are different at any point thereto, excluding the flag staff for flag lots.
Sec. 11-1.15.14(N). -
Nonconforming structure shall mean any structure or improvement of land or property that was lawfully established in compliance with all applicable ordinances and laws at the time of approval, but which, due to the application of the chapter or any amendment thereto, no longer complies with all of the applicable regulations and standards of the zone in which the structure or improvement is located.
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permitted or is subject to a conditional use permit or minor conditional use permit based on the zone in which the use is located.
Sec. 11-1.15.16(P). -
Principal structure means the same as “dwelling, primary”.
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Sec. 11-1.30.01. - Uses.
Table 11-1.30.A: Permitted uses in residential zones
Land Use Zoning District Supplemental
A-1 R-1 R-2 R-3 Requirements
Accessory dwelling unit3,4 P P P P Section 11-1.30.06
Accessory structures4 P P P P Section 11-1.30.05
Accessory structures that do not meet
code requirements
S S S S
Childcare facilities not in a residence -- -- C C
Civic and public buildings C C P P
Condominium conversions C C C C Section 11-2.370
Employee housing for six (6) or fewer
employees
As defined and permitted in the California Health and Safety Code Sections 17021.5 and 17021.6 and the Employee
Housing Act
Farm pets4 P -- -- -- Section 11-1.30.08
Hens (female chickens)4 P P -- -- Section 11-1.30.08
Home occupations4 P P P P Section 11-1.30.11
Hospitals -- -- C C
Junior accessory dwelling unit3,4 P P P P Section 11-1.30.06 Large family day care up to fourteen
(14) persons
P P P P Section 11-1.30.10 as
defined in California
Code of Regulations
Section 102416.5
Manufactured homes P P P P Section 11-1.30.09
Multifamily housing1 -- -- P P Section 11-1.70.07
Nursery stock C -- -- --
Organizational house (convent, etc.) -- -- C C
Parking lots adjoining or located
directly across the street from a
commercial use
C C C C
Parking pads in front yard S S S S See “Off-street parking, storage and loading”
Planned residential development5 P P P P Section 11-1.70.07 Section 11-1.30.17
Private tennis clubs C -- -- --
Public parks P P P P
Public utilities C C C C
Religious facilities and assembly halls C C C C See “Special development standards”
Rooming house -- -- P P
Schools2 C C C C Unless otherwise
exempted by the school
district, schools with a
total capacity of more
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Land Use Zoning District Supplemental
A-1 R-1 R-2 R-3 Requirements
than fifty (50) students
(as determined by the
Building and Safety
Division) shall be subject
to the development
standards in Section 11-
1.68.04 Senior housing -- -- P P Section 11-1.30.14
Single-family residence P P P P
Small family day care P P P P Section 11-1.30.10 as
defined in California
Code of Regulations
Section 102416.5
State-licensed community care
facilities with six (6) or fewer persons
P P P P As defined in California
Health and Safety Code
Section 1502, and
1596.750 et seq.
State-licensed community care
facilities with seven (7) or more
residents in addition to the caregiver
C C C C As defined in California
Health and Safety Code
Sections 1502 and
1596.750 and regulated
by Lomita Municipal
Code Section 11-1.30.10
Supportive housing P P P1 P1 As defined in California
Health and Safety Code
Section 50675.14(b)(2)
Transitional housing P P P P As defined in California
Health and Safety Code
Section 50801
Two-unit residential development3 P P -- -- Section 11-1.30.16 Urban lot split3 P P P P Section 11-1.30.15
Wireless communication facilities WCFP WCFP WCFP WCFP See “Wireless communications
facilities”
-- – Not Permitted
P – Permitted Use
S – Site Plan Review Required
C – Conditional Use Permit Required
WCFP – Wireless Communication Facility Permit
Notes:
1. New buildings and additions requiring additional parking must receive site plan review approval pursuant to this title.
2. Nonprofit organizations which existed prior to 1979 may apply for a conditional use permit provided that the school is located on the same site as the organization.
3. ADUs and JADUs are either subject to a building permit only or ADU permit.Refer to Section 11-
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development standards applicable to two-unit residential development; and Section 11-1.30.17 for planned residential development.
4. These uses are only permitted with a primary use as determined by the director of community and economic department.Refer to Section 11-1.30.06 for development standards applicable to accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units.
5. Refer to Section 11-1.30.17 for development standards applicable to planned residential developments.
Sec. 11-1.30.03. - Development standards.
Table 11-1.30.B: Residential zone development standards Development Standard
Zoning District PRD
A-1 R-1 R-2 R-3
Density, Maximum
10.89 dwelling
units per
acre
10.89 dwelling
units per
acre
19.79 dwelling
units per
acre
43.6 dwelling
units per
acre
3,7,10,9
Lot Area, Minimum8 5,000
square feet
5,000
square feet
5,000
square feet
5,000
square feet Varies
Lot Width, Minimum2,8 50’ 50’ 50’ 50’ Varies
Maximum floor area ratio .60 .60 N/A N/A N/A
Lot coverage N/A N/A .80 .80 N/A
Maximum combined area of
accessory structures13
750 square
feet
750 square
feet
750 square
feet
750 square
feet N/A
Maximum Height
Principal structure5,8 27’ 27’ 27’ 35’ 27’
Accessory structures and
two-unit residential
development6
16’ 16’ 16’ 16’ N/A
Maximum height of
accessory dwelling unit5,9 Varies Varies Varies Varies Varies Minimum Building Setbacks for Principal Structures
Front Yard1 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0”
Corner lot – Secondary
front1,10 10’-0” 10’-0” 10’-0” 10’-0” 10’-0”
Side Yard1,4 5’-0” 5’-0” 5’-0” 5’-0” 5’-0”
Rear yard setback1,11 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0” 15’-0” Minimum rear and side yard
setbacks for newly 4’-0” 4’-0” 4’-0” 4’-0” N/A
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constructed accessory
dwelling units5,9
Minimum Building Setbacks for Accessory Structures
Front Yard1 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0” 20’-0”
Corner Lot – Secondary
front1,10 10’-0” 10’-0” 10’-0” 10’-0” 10’-0”
Rear and side yard
setbacks11 3’-0” 3’-0” 3’-0” 3’-0” 3’-0”
Notes:
1. Modifications to yard setbacks subject to the provisions for “Modifications” (Section 11-1.70.08) and “Site plan review” (Section 11-1.70.07).
2. Fifty (50) feet of frontage must be on a dedicated public or private street, except for urban lot splits (Section 11-1.30.15). A lot fronting a turnaround portion of a cul-de-sac may be forty (40) feet wide.
Modification subject to development standards and requirements applicable to Section 11-1.30.15 for urban lot split, Section 11-1.30.16 for two-unit residential development, and Section 11-1.30.17 for planned residential development.
3. Density subject to the General Plan land use designation of the subject property as outlined below.
Note that the General Plan ranges are not code required minimums, i.e., housing could be constructed at less than 10.9 du/ac in the R-2 zone (Residential – Medium Density). a. Residential – Agricultural; 0 – 10.89 du/ac
b. Residential – Low Density; 5.8 – 10.89 du/ac
c. Residential – Medium Density; 10.9 – 19.79 du/ac
d. Residential – High Density; 19.8 – 43.6 du/ac
4. Setback equals ten (10) percent of the lot width, but not less than three (3) feet and need not exceed five (5) feet.
5. Residential properties located south of Pacific Coast Highway shall be limited to sixteen (16) twenty (20) feet, and no more than one-storytwo stories, excluding basement, in height unless a height variation permit is granted (Section 11-1.70.11).
6. Accessory structures and new dwelling units subject to Section 11-1.30.16 are limited to one story, except for ADUs and JADUs which are subject to the height limits in (Section 11-1.30.06).
7. Refer to Section 11-1.30.14 for additional requirements.
8. Refer to Section 11-1.30.15 for development standards applicable to urban lot splits; Section 11-
1.30.16 for development standards applicable to two-unit residential development; and Section 11-
1.30.17 for planned residential development.
9. Refer to Section 11-1.30.06 for development standards applicable to accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units.
9. Refer to Section 11-1.30.17 for development standards applicable to planned residential developments.
10. Garages shall be located a minimum of twenty (20) feet from secondary front property line.
11. Garages must maintain a 10-foot distance from an alley centerline.
12. Accessory structures are also subject to Section 11-1.30.05 (Accessory buildings and structures).
13. Swimming pools, spas, trellis/lattice patios and existing garages are not included in the maximum combined area of accessory structures.
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Sec. 11-1.30.03. - General standards of development.
The following general standards of development apply to all property in residential zones, except two-unit housing developments described in Section 11-1.30.16.
A minimum of fifty (50) percent of the front yard shall be irrigated and landscaped with drought-tolerant species and adhere to the city's "water conservation ordinance" found at Chapter 4 of Title XII of this Code.
(a) Single-story side yard additions may follow the existing legal building line provided that the setback is no less than three (3) feet from the property line. Site plan approval shall be required for second-story additions with less than a five-foot setback.
Garages shall be located a minimum of twenty (20) feet from front and secondary front property lines. Garages accessed by an alley may be located at the rear property line with a minimum distance of ten (10) feet from the alley centerline. (b) Garages shall not occupy more than fifty (50) percent of the linear frontage facing the right-of-way, except to accommodate a two-car garage with a twenty (20)-foot interior width dimension.
(c) A minimum distance of six (6) feet is required between all buildings unless otherwise provided by the zoning ordinance and eaves may not be closer than three (3) feet.
Carports are only permitted subject to the provisions for "Modifications" (Section 11-
1.70.08) and "Site Plan Review" (Section 11-1.70.07).
(d) Solar collectors and solar energy systems may exceed height limits and setback requirements mandated by this Code to the minimum extent necessary for their safe and efficient operation in accordance with the California Buildings Code and other applicable provisions of state law. Where feasible, ancillary solar equipment shall be located inside a building or screened from public view. Solar collectors and solar energy systems shall require written approval by the director of community development or the designee of that individual to ensure compliance with this subsection.
Sec. 11-1.30.04. - Location of other structures and projections into yards.
The following requirements apply to structures and projections into required yards:
A. Surface-mounted architectural features such as, but not limited to, cornices, eaves, and chimneys may project up to fifty (50) percent or two and one-half (2.5) feet into the required side yard setback, whichever is less, and up to five (5) feet in the required front, rear, and corner side yard setback.
B. Lattice and covered unenclosed porches located along the first floor and attached to a principal structure may project up to ten (10) feet into the required front and rear setback irrelevant of the unit's conformity to setback requirements.
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shall not project into interior side yard setbacks. The floor of any landing must be located at least six (6) feet below the maximum height limit for that zone. Access to any deck located above the ground level shall be provided directly from interior living space.
D. Rain conductors, spouts, utility service risers, and shutoff valves may project a maximum distance of one-foot into any required yard setback.
E. Utility equipment locations excluding solar equipment. (1) All ground-mounted utility equipment shall be a minimum of two (2) feet from interior property lines, ten (10) feet from corner property lines and not located within the required front yard setback area. All ground-mounted utility equipment shall be effectively screened from public view.
(2) Utility and mechanical equipment that is visible from the public right-of-way or an adjacent property may not be located on the roof of a single-family residence. (3) Modifications to the requirements in subsection (1) and (2) above may be made subject to the provisions for "Modifications" (Section 11-1.70.08) and "Site Plan Review" (Section 11-1.70.07).
F. Pools, and spas, and their associated equipment shall be a minimum of three (3) feet from interior property lines, ten (10) feet from the secondary front and not located within the front yard.
G. Roof eaves may project a maximum of two and one-half (2.5) feet into a required yard provided it maintains a two and one-half (2.5)-foot setback from all property lines.
H. A freestanding lattice structure shall be subject to the same requirements as accessory buildings in rear yards.
Sec. 11-1.30.05. – Accessory buildings and structures.
A. This section does not apply to accessory dwelling units as described in Section 11-
1.30.06 and two-unit housing developments described in Section 11-1.30.16.
B. In addition to any other applicable development standards, accessory structures must meet the following requirements:
(1) No kitchen, bathrooms, permanent dividing wall, or drain pipes larger than two (2) inches shall be constructed in said structure, except for outdoor kitchens.
No accessory structure shall be located within the required front setback area, nor be located closer than ten (10) feet to any corner side property line.
Maximum combined area for accessory buildings and structures is seven hundred fifty (750) square feet, excluding attached garages.
(2) Maximum combined area for accessory buildings and structures shall not occupy more than fifty (50) percent of the required rear yard, except for pools, spas, ground-mounted equipment, patio slabs and on-grade decks. Modifications to this requirement may be made subject to the provisions for "Modifications" (Section 11-
1.70.08) and "Site Plan Review" (Section 11-1.70.07).
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