Lomita City Council
December 16, 2025

I. On April 16, 2024, the City of Lomita approved Resolution 2024-10 to modify solid waste collection service days for residential collection and modify street sweeping to minimize impacts on the City as a result of the consolidation of street sweeping services with the solid waste collection agreement with Athens Services.

J. The City now wishes to amend Priority A, B, and C streets, to address staff identified conflicts and neighborhood specific revisions.

SECTION 2. Resolution No. 2024-10 is hereby rescinded.

SECTION 3. The City hereby amends Priority A, B, and C streets, including the Street Sweeping Service Maps and Solid Waste Collection Map, to replace Resolution No. 2024-10 with Exhibit A: Street Sweeping Maps and Exhibit B: Solid Waste Collection Map.

SECTION 4. Revised Exhibit A includes the complete list of Priority A, B, and C streets to replace Resolution No. 2024-10.

SECTION 5. City Staff shall implement and administer the changes made to Priority A, B, and C streets, including the installation of poles and signage in accordance with these latest maps attached as Exhibit A and Exhibit B and carrying out public outreach, by April 1, 2026.

SECTION 6. The Mayor, or presiding officer, is hereby authorized to affix his/her signature to this resolution signifying its adoption, and the City Clerk or her duly appointed deputy is directed to attest and certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution thereto. Thereupon, the same shall take effect and be in force and effect in accordance with its terms.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 16th day of December 2025.

Mark A. Waronek, Mayor
ATTEST
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Kathleen Horn, Gregory, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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Trevor Rusin, City Attorney
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**Amendments to street sweeping services approved
July 5, 2022. Adjustments have NOT been
implemented and subject to change.** Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *327 Hillview Ln
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**Amendments to street sweeping services
approved July 5, 2022. Adjustments have NOT been
implemented and subject to change.** Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *328 Hillview Ln
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243rd St
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246th St
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Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *329
Exhibit A
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1 TO: City Council
FROM: Andrew Vialpando, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Lina Hernandez, Assistant City Manager
MEETING DATE: December 16, 2025
SUBJECT: Discussion and Approval of the Citywide School Loading Zone Study Report

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Approve and file the final report for the Citywide School Loading Zone Study.

BACKGROUND
At its meeting on October 3, 2023, the City Council authorized an agreement with the California Department of Transportation for the Sustainable Transportation Planning Grant supporting Lomita’s Citywide School Loading Zone Study. The grant award totaled $289,500 with a $54,292 City match.

The Citywide School Loading Zone Study examines traffic conditions around schools in Lomita, evaluates existing school loading zones, and assesses safe travel for pedestrians and bicyclists. The need for this study was identified during the development of the Traffic Calming Toolkit, approved by City Council in October 2023, which outlines tiered strategies the City may use to respond to general traffic-related concerns.

This Study is intended to serve as a roadmap for the City of Lomita, LAUSD, partner agencies, and the broader community to improve safety for students and caregivers walking and bicycling to school. The study evaluated pedestrian, bicyclist and traffic safety in the vicinity of the following four Lomita schools:
1) Alexander Fleming Middle School
2) Lomita STEAM Magnet School
3) St. Margaret Mary School
4) Eshelman Avenue Elementary School.

CITY OF LOMITA

CITY COUNCIL REPORT
Item No. 9d
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *331
2 At its meeting on May 21, 2024, the City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement with TDG Engineering Inc. (Toole Design Group) to conduct the Citywide School Loading Zone Study.

DISCUSSION
This Study contains recommendations that fall within two main categories: infrastructure improvements and educational programs.

Community Engagement
Extensive research and community engagement was conducted to obtain feedback from residents, parents, caregivers, and school administrators to determine the specific pedestrian, bicyclist, and traffic safety issues encountered at each school. Feedback was solicited and received through the following methods:
 Regular communication with LAUSD and Lomita school principals  Founders Day booth – June 2024
 Meeting with school principals – June 2024
 Fall 2024 Newsletter article about Study – August 2024  English and Spanish Surveys provided online and through schools – September 2024  Coffee with the Principal at Alexander Fleming Middle School – September 2024  E-newsletter articles inviting interested stakeholders to public workshops - December 2024 and January 2025
 Three public workshops held at Lomita STEAM Magnet School, Alexander Fleming Middle School (combined with Eshelman Avenue Elementary School), and the Tom Rico Center at Lomita Park (focused on St. Margaret Mary School and all schools) – January 2025
Recommended Educational Programs
Two Program Working Group meetings were held in December 2024 and March 2025 to further inform the educational programming element. Interested stakeholders were invited to these Program Working Group meetings, including LAUSD, school principals, parents, community organizations, the Sheriff’s Department, and City staff.

As a result of the Program Working Group meetings, two programs were identified for development. These programs were:
 Walk to School Day with Gamification to encourage walking to school  Safety Education and Encouragement Campaign
Nelson Nygaard, a subconsultant of Toole Design Group, developed these programs as a part of this Study. These materials will be provided to the schools for their use and distribution. Additionally, the City will utilize some of these materials for newsletters and/or programs.

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3 Recommendations for Infrastructure Improvements
From the substantial community engagement, resident feedback, City staff input, and research, Toole Design Group identified the safety issues that could be addressed through infrastructure improvements. Utilizing traffic engineering best practices, Toole Design Group prepared recommendations for the City’s consideration and presented the Study’s recommendations to the Public Safety and Traffic Commission on November 19, 2025. The commission heard comments and received and filed the presentation. The final recommendations are included in the attached Study report (Attachment 1).

The final recommendations include near-term and long-term improvements, many of which are contingent upon the City receiving grant funding to implement. Other projects may be funded through General Fund, staff time, or CIP funds.

FISCAL IMPACT
There are no financial implications resulting from this recommendation. Projects resulting from recommendations in the study will be brought to City Council for approval as funding is identified.

VISION, MISSION, VALUES, AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization, establish priorities, uniformity and guidelines; and provide the framework for policy decision making.

The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision. This item aligns with Strategic Outcome No. 5: City Infrastructure & Water Utility – Investing in reliable, sustainable infrastructure.

OPTIONS

1. Approve recommended action.

2. Provide additional feedback and approve the Study.

3. Provide alternative direction.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Citywide School Loading Zone Study Report
Prepared by: Approved by:
_______________________ ______________________
Lina Hernandez Andrew Vialpando
Assistant City Manager City Manager
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City of Lomita
Citywide School
Loading Zone Study
December 2025
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Acknowledgments
Lomita City Council
Lomita Public Safety and Traffic Commission
Lomita City Staff
Los Angeles Unified School District
Lomita School Principals
California Department of Transportation
This Study was funded through a Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) State (SB-1) Sustainable Communities Grant from the State of California Department of Transportation.

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Contents

1. Executive Summary ....................................5

2. Introduction ................................................9

2.1 Analysis of Citywide Contexts................... 10

3. School Access in Lomita Today................15

3.1 Arrival and Dismissal..................................16

3.2 What We Heard........................................23

4. Recommendations....................................27

4.1 Lomita STEAM MAGNET
Elementary School ....................................30

4.2 Alexander Fleming Middle School and
St. Margaret Mary School........................36

4.3 Eshelman Avenue Elementary School ......43

4.4 School Pathways .......................................48

4.5 Programming Elements ............................. 54

5. Next Steps................................................57

5.1 School Zone Safety Evaluation and
Monitoring.................................................58

5.2 Implementation..........................................58

5.3 Maintenance ............................................. 59

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1 Executive
Summary
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The Lomita Citywide School Loading Zone Study
proposes a series of recommendations for improving
school travel conditions at four schools within the
City of Lomita: Lomita STEAM Magnet Elementary
School, St. Margaret Mary School, Alexander Fleming
Middle School, and Eshelman Avenue Elementary
School. Each school faces street contexts and road
user behaviors that create barriers to safe and efficient school access. These include frequent issues at loading zones that result in conflicts and congestion, which
this study seeks to address. In an effort to encourage
more walking, biking, and rolling trips to school, and
to enhance safety for the most vulnerable road users,
the Study also includes a strong focus on improvements
addressing pedestrian safety.

Addressing these school access issues requires a deep
understanding of the factors affecting each school
and their local streets. Site observations of arrival and dismissal practices at each school, combined with
a series of workshops, two surveys, a programming
working group, and meetings with school principals,
informed a strong understanding of issues and needs at
each school as detailed below.

The Study proposes recommendations that fall within
two main categories: infrastructure and programming.

Infrastructure recommendations include improvements
such as new high-visibility crosswalks, new or improved pedestrian crossing beacons, curb extensions, and
changes to curbside drop-off and pick-up operations
and signage. At each of the Study’s focus schools,
the main loading zone issues and key infrastructure
recommendations took the following formats:

Lomita STEAM Magnet School
The school has an organized valet lane for morning
drop-off on 247th Street, which creates an orderly
area for drop-offs but also sees conflicts with families walking to school as drivers queue down the street and
sometimes through crosswalks. Along Moon Avenue,
many families walk to the pedestrian gate, but cross
mid-block at an unmarked alleyway crossing. Key
recommendations include an improved pedestrian
beacon and refuge on Narbonne Avenue, a new
crosswalk across Moon Avenue to the alleyway, and
new high-visibility crosswalks on 247th Street. Further details and a full list of infrastructure recommendations are available in Section 4.1.

Alexander Fleming Middle School and
St. Margaret Mary School
Combined in the study due to their proximity to
one another, the two schools experience frequent
congestion on adjacent streets during arrival and
dismissal periods. St. Margaret Mary School has an
organized valet lane in its interior parking lot. Vehicle congestion on Walnut Street in front of Fleming Middle
School, however, leads to unsafe loading practices and
conflicts with crossing pedestrians. Recommendations
for both schools address key conflict points and include curb extensions and improved crossings on Eshelman
Avenue, new loading zone and pick-up signage on
adjacent streets, and a separated bike lane and lane
reconfiguration on Walnut Street. Additional details
and a full list of infrastructure recommendations for both schools are available in Section 4.2.
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Eshelman Avenue Elementary School
Eshelman Avenue Elementary School is accessible via
only two streets and therefore experiences concentrated congestion during arrival and dismissal as drivers
attempt to reach the loading zones on 259th Place
and Eshelman Avenue. As a result, conflicts with bus
loading zones and key pedestrian crossings occur
adjacent to the school. Further, cut-through traffic from Western Avenue may worsen conditions as drivers seek
to reach Pacific Coast Highway. Recommendations
focus on limiting cut-through traffic, calming vehicle
speeds and behaviors on Eshelman Avenue, and
reorganizing loading zone/curbside regulations at the
school’s gates. Further details and the full infrastructure recommendations table are available in Section 4.3.

The programmatic recommendations for the four
schools include two programs to help schools and
the City engage with students and local families on
transportation safety issues. The Walk and Roll to
School Day and associated challenge encourages
fun participation in active transportation options for
students. The other program is a Safety Campaign
that engages all road users by reminding them of their
responsibilities on the road.

The two sets of recommendations (infrastructure and
programming) work in tandem to improve safety in
Lomita’s school loading zones for all users, and to
promote walking and bicycling to school. Additional
guidance has also been provided on implementation
timelines and potential funding opportunities, with
supporting conceptual design plans at key locations.

Implementation of the recommended infrastructure
improvements, both near-term and long-term, is
contingent upon securing grant funding.

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2 Introduction
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School access in Lomita is influenced by a variety
of factors, including but not limited to, availability
of active transportation facilities, the adjacent road
network, and socioeconomic needs of families
locally and regionally who attend the city’s schools.

This section discusses the existing conditions, and
the analyses taken to identify them, that inform how
students, families, and caregivers travel to and around schools in Lomita.

2.1 Analysis of
Citywide Contexts
Lomita is approximately 2 square miles in size and
is characterized by a network of interconnected
residential streets built upon a compact street grid.

Several factors influence school travel patterns
throughout the city: major arterials such as Lomita
Boulevard and Pacific Coast Highway divide the
city’s northern and southern areas, with many key
destinations – like Lomita Park – located to the north.

The city itself is located adjacent to residential areas in Torrance to the north and Los Angeles to the east, and
to a major shopping district and airport to the west.

To the south, the hills of the Palos Verdes Peninsula
limit street connectivity, reducing direct connections
to schools from the city’s south and creating several
vehicle chokepoints in its southern neighborhoods.

School access via bikeways is possible through three
Class 2 striped bike lanes, which provide north-south
connections across the city (i.e., stretches of Eshelman Avenue, Narbonne Avenue, Walnut Street). A number
of signed bike routes provide potential connections to
schools via residential streets. For students and families taking municipal or regional transit to school, service is available on Pacific Coast Highway, Lomita Boulevard,
Narbonne Avenue, and nearby Western Avenue by a
combination of Torrance Transit and Metro.

Figure 1 Existing and Planned Bike Facilities
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Figure 2 Crashes, All Modes (2012-2021) (Transportation Injury Mapping System)

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Crash data available from the Transportation
Injury Mapping System (TIMS) from 2012 to 2021
highlights collisions at several locations near schools – particularly along Lomita Boulevard and Pacific
Coast Highway (Figure 2). This crash history indicates
locations with elevated safety concerns. A pedestrianinvolved fatal collision, in particular, at the intersection of Pacific Coast Highway and Eshelman Avenue, one
block from three of the schools, highlights the need
for safety improvements at that location. Analysis of
crash locations informed the development of safetyoriented infrastructure improvements along several of those streets.

Equity-related needs in Lomita are mostly concentrated
in the city’s southern and eastern areas, where zerovehicle households are more common and make up between 5 to 15 percent of households (Figure 3).

Families traveling to school from these neighborhoods
may be more likely to walk, bike, or ride transit due to lower access to private vehicles.

Figure 3 Low Vehicle Households
While no census tract in Lomita qualifies as a
Disadvantaged Community under the CalEnviroScreen
index of demographic need and environmental burden,
higher-need neighborhoods exist nearby in the Harbor
City neighborhood, within the City of Los Angeles
to the east (Figure 4). Because many students who
attend Lomita’s schools come from across the broader
region, many are likely to live within socioeconomically disadvantaged communities.

Figure 4 CalEnviroScreen Score Percentiles
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Existing Plan Review
Recent planning efforts have laid a strong
foundation for transportation improvements in
Lomita. The Citywide School Loading Zone Study
builds on these initiatives and aligns with the
goals, policies, and projects of several local and
regional plans, ensuring that its recommendations
complement ongoing efforts.

The Lomita Bicycle and Pedestrian Plan (2018)
identifies a series of bicycle- and pedestrianfocused street improvements and policy recommendations aimed at improving connectivity
and enhancing road safety for all users. The plan
highlights projects on streets adjacent to several
schools included in this Study, such as Lomita
Boulevard, 255th Street, and Walnut Street.

More recently, the Lomita Traffic Calming Toolkit
(2023) introduced a range of countermeasures to
reduce vehicle speeds and improve neighborhood
street safety. The toolkit includes design concepts
and recommendations for corridors such as
Eshelman Avenue.

At the regional level, the South Bay Cities Council
of Governments’ Local Travel Network (LTN)
proposes a network of low-speed, low-volume
streets that support active transportation and
micromobility trips across the South Bay. Within
Lomita, streets such as Eshelman Avenue, 254th
Street, and 255th Street are proposed for this
network. As of 2025, the City is in the process
of implementing the Local Travel Network in
Lomita. This network will connect residents using
micromobility options to popular destinations within
Lomita and, as neighboring jurisdictions implement
the LTN on their streets, throughout the South Bay.

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3 School Access in
Lomita Today
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The City of Lomita is home to four grade schools, three public and one private, which draw student enrollment
from across the city and the surrounding region. These
schools – Lomita STEAM Magnet Elementary School,
Alexander Fleming Middle School, St. Margaret Mary
School, and Eshelman Avenue Elementary School
(Figure 5) – serve over three thousand students each
day. Students travel to and from school in a variety
of ways, including walking, being driven by parents
or caregivers, taking the bus, and biking or riding a
scooter. This study identifies opportunities to improve these daily trips through a combination of on-street
infrastructure enhancements and ongoing educational
and programmatic initiatives.

Focus and Goals
The Citywide School Loading Zone Study examines
school access conditions at all four Lomita schools,
focusing on the factors and behaviors that shape
students’ and caregivers’ daily pick-up and drop-off
experiences. A key goal is improving the efficiency,
safety and effectiveness of daily arrival and
dismissal trips for all students, families, caregivers, and faculty. Improving the efficacy of drop-off and
pick-up processes at each school is a key part of
addressing the school travel experience. Loading zone
enhancements help minimize congestion and improve
organization in streets around schools, and also have
positive impacts on the experiences of people walking,
whether they are getting out of a car, crossing the
street, or getting off a bus.

In particular, the Study emphasizes improving active
transportation safety and connectivity on the streets
surrounding each school. Although most students arrive
at each school by car, walking remains an essential
part of the school journey for many families – whether
by walking all the way to school, parking and walking
the last few blocks, or meeting caregivers nearby after school. Improving pedestrian comfort and safety may
encourage families who live close to schools to walk or ride bicycles to school, freeing up curb space for those who must drive and promoting a safer, more balanced
travel environment. More broadly, increased walking
and biking rates encourage behaviors and habits
supportive of longer-term improvements to public
health, economic outcomes, and reduction to carbon
footprints. Beyond soley supporting transportation to
school improvements in neighborhoods around schools
can support livability enhancements for local residents.

Study Recommendations
Improving transportation safety and connectivity
around Lomita’s schools requires a multi-disciplinary
approach. This Study presents two main categories
of recommendations: infrastructure improvements and
programming initiatives.

Infrastructure recommendations identify targeted
street improvements in the blocks surrounding each
school. These range from enhanced safety signage
and updated loading zone curbside regulations to
new pedestrian crossing treatments and traffic calming
measures. The improvements are designed to be
implemented through multiple avenues, including larger
grant-funded projects and the City’s ongoing street
rehabilitation projects, as funding becomes available.

Programming recommendations outline a series
of activity-based campaigns that the City and
participating schools can use in the coming years to
promote safe travel behavior and encourage more
students to walk or bike to school. These materials
provide the resources schools need – developed in
collaboration with the City – to host recurring activities, build community engagement, and sustain a culture of
safety throughout the school year.

3.1 Arrival and
Dismissal
Each of the four schools features distinct arrival
and dismissal conditions that reflect the local street
contexts and unique behaviors of their students and
families. Site visits conducted in fall 2024 examined
how the drop-off and pick-up operations function
at each location, documenting circulation patterns,
traffic behaviors, and on-the-ground challenges. A
coordination meeting held with local principals also
contributed local concerns and insights.

In addition, extensive community engagement,
described further in the following section, was
conducted at and around each school. Parents and
staff were encouraged to share their experiences,
highlight issues, and suggest improvements to create
safer and more efficient school access for all users.
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Figure 5 The Four Study Schools

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Lomita STEAM Magnet Elementary School
School Context. Lomita STEAM Magnet is an
elementary school offering a specialized Science,
Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math (STEAM)
program that requires students to apply for enrollment.

The school serves grades from pre-kindergarten through
fifth grade and enrolls about 850 students, about twothirds of whom qualify for free or reduced-price meals.

Given the school’s status as a magnet program,
the school does not have a set student attendance
boundary, and many students travel from outside of
the city of Lomita. As a result, a larger share of students qualify for bus transportation. The bus loading zone
along the school’s eastern edge on Narbonne Avenue
is heavily used, with roughly 25 percent of students
arriving by bus – the highest proportion among schools
in the city (Figure 6 on page 20).

Circulation and Observations. Arrival and dismissal
operations at Lomita STEAM Magnet are divided by
mode across three entrances. Students using buses
arrive and depart from the gate on the eastern side of
the school along Narbonne Avenue; students being
driven in private vehicles arrive and depart from the
southern entrance on 27th Street; use the southern
entrance on 247th Street; and students walking to
school typically use the western gate on Moon Avenue
– though some drivers also stop there to drop off or
pick up students.

During morning drop-off, the block of 247th Street
between Narbonne Avenue and Moon Avenue
operates as a westbound valet lane (along the
northside curb). School staff place cones between
the parking and travel lane to guide people driving
into the designated curbside lane. This arrangement
is effective, though some queuing does occur along
Narbonne Avenue. The northern curb of 247th Street
and eastern curb of Moon Avenue are painted white
and designated as a timed loading zone during arrival
and dismissal hours via signage.

Observations show that many families walk to the
western gate on Moon Avenue, often using the
alleyway that connects Cypress Street to Moon Avenue.

Families then cross Moon Avenue mid-block to reach
the gate directly, interacting with congested traffic on the narrow street. During site visits in August 2024, a parent volunteer acted as an unofficial crossing guard
to assist with crossings. Similarly, the alley that runs west of Narbonne Avenue, between 247th and 248th
Streets, experiences heavy foot traffic from parents
walking to parked vehicles south of the school.

Family Car, Carpool, Taxi (68%)
68%
25%
6%0% 0%
School Bus (25%)
Walk (6%)
Transit (0%)
Bike, Skateboard, or Scooter (0%)
Figure 6 Lomita STEAM Elementary - Student
Travel Modes to School (2024-2025 LAUSD School
Experience Survey)
Parents picking up their children cross Narbonne Avenue with the help of a crossing guard, while drivers turning right onto 247th Street queued behind them.
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St. Margaret Mary School
School Context. St. Margaret Mary School is a
private K–8 school located directly across Eshelman
Avenue from Alexander Fleming Middle School. The
school serves about 200 students, and includes a large
parking lot behind the school and church buildings.

As a private institution, St. Margaret Mary School
does not have a set attendance boundary and draws
students from across the South Bay area including
Torrance, Carson, San Pedro, Harbor City, and Lomita.

Because of this wide catchment area, many students
are driven longer distances compared with those
students from other public schools in Lomita.

Circulation and Observations. Arrival and dismissal
operations at St. Margaret Mary School are managed
primarily within the school’s parking lot, which is
located behind the school. Vehicles enter the lot
through the driveway at the south side of the school
on Eshelman Avenue and typically exit through the
northern driveway onto 255th Street. Some motorists
also enter through the northern driveway during
morning drop-off. Faculty and staff guide parents
through a coned route to maintain an orderly flow
of traffic.

In the afternoon, a sign restricts the northern driveway to exit only to streamline vehicle traffic flow and
minimize conflicts at the driveway. The main school
entrance is at the intersection of 255th Street and
Eshelman Avenue, a T-intersection controlled by an
all-way stop, with crosswalks on the western and
southern approaches.

Field observations found that the loading process
within the school’s parking lot generally functions
smoothly. However, motorist access to the school
experienced conflicts at 255th Street and Eshelman
Avenue, where high volumes of vehicles interacted with
crossing students at a busy all-way stop. Congestion
and conflicts at this location affects students and
families attending both St. Margaret Mary School
and Alexander Fleming Middle School, as the latter’s
eastern gate is directly adjacent to this crossing.

A motorist turns left into the southern driveway of the school, where cones for the drop-off lanes are set up to guide parents.

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Alexander Fleming Middle School
School Context. Alexander Fleming Middle School
is a public school serving grades 6 through 8, with an
enrollment of over 1,100 students. Centrally located
in Lomita, the school occupies most of a large block
between Eshelman Avenue and Walnut Street. The
surrounding area consists of smaller, narrow residential streets, while Eshelman and Walnut serve as wider
neighborhood collector streets, each with one lane in
each direction and a center turn lane.

Nearly 70% of students enrolled at Fleming Middle
School identify as Latino, and about half speak English as a second language. The majority, approximately
75%, travel to school in the morning by car or carpool, as shown in Figure 7. Fleming Middle School students
are also more likely than those at other Lomita schools to bike or take public transit, reflecting their older
age group. As Fleming Middle School also has a
magnet program, some students travel further than the
immediate enrollment area surrounding the school.

Observations show that many students who are driven
to school still walk the last few blocks to campus
from nearby drop-off locations; and in the afternoon,
many walk several blocks to reach family members or
caregivers parked on nearby streets.
76%
8%
3% 10%
3%
Family Car, Carpool, Taxi (76%)
School Bus (8%)
Walk (10%)
Transit (3%)
Bike, Skateboard, or Scooter (3%)
Figure 7 Alexander Fleming Middle School Student
Travel Mode to School (2024-5 LAUSD School
Experience Survey)
Circulation and Observations. Given Alexander
Fleming Middle School’s layout on a large central
block, arrival and dismissal operations are dispersed
throughout the surrounding neighborhood. Many
parents drop students off near one of two entrances
on Walnut Street, where heavy traffic and frequent
pedestrian crossings cause congestion. Some students
bike along the wide sidewalks bordering the campus,
and bicycle parking is available in the northeastern
area of the school grounds. Water fountains were not
observed near the bike parking. While parking is timerestricted along the western curb on Walnut Street in front of the school’s eastern gate, it allows parking for 30 minutes, which results in drivers lingering longer
than necessary during loading times. Other common
loading streets (254th Street, Eshelman Avenue) do
not have signed parking restrictions.

Many school buses load along the east side of
Eshelman Avenue south of 255th Street, where a
designated bus zone operates efficiently. However,
several smaller buses also use Walnut Street,
contributing to congestion and occasional vehicle and
pedestrian conflicts at the eastern entrances.

Students navigate the intersection of Walnut Street and 254th Street during dismissal, while an SUV driver makes a U-turn through a crosswalk.
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Key issues observed include general congestion and
unsafe drop-off behavior along Walnut Street, at times
blocking the designated bus loading zone. Students
frequently crossed midblock between intersections,
while crosswalks at 254th, 255th, and 256th Streets
were often obstructed by parked or stopped vehicles
in the street’s center turn lane. Some drivers used this center turn lane as a loading or waiting area, while
others were observed making mid-block U-turns
through it. Side streets such as 254th and 255th Streets also experienced congestion during peak periods, and
high vehicle volumes created uncomfortable conditions
for students walking to and from school.

During dismissal, students were observed navigating
the intersection of Walnut Street and 254th Street
while vehicles performed U-turns through marked
crosswalks, underscoring the need for improved traffic
management and pedestrian safety measures. At the
intersection of 255th Street and Eshelman Avenue,
vehicle traffic could queue as larger groups of students departed the school’s western gate, crossing the street and requiring motorists to stop and wait.

Eshelman Avenue Elementary School
School Context. Eshelman Avenue Elementary is
located at the intersection of Eshelman Avenue and
259th Place in southern Lomita, one block south of
Pacific Coast Highway. The school is largely adjacent
to residential streets, and, like Lomita STEAM Magnet,
serves students from pre-kindergarten to fifth grade.

According to LAUSD data, most students at Eshelman
Avenue Elementary come from economically
disadvantaged households, and approximately onethird speak English as a second language. While the majority of students arrive by car in the morning, many more were observed parking in nearby commercial
parking lots on Pacific Coast Highway and walking
to school. Notably, Eshelman Avenue Elementary
has the highest walking rate among Lomita schools,
with approximately 12 percent of students walking to
school, shown in Figure 8.

Circulation and Observations. Student loading and
unloading at Eshelman Avenue Elementary is limited
to the two streets it directly borders: Eshelman Avenue and 259th Place. Eshelman Avenue is a wide collector
street with striped bike lanes, a center turn lane, and an inclined grade descending to the north. In contrast, 259th Place is a narrow residential yield street with
parking on both sides.
84%
0%
2% 12%
2%
Family Car, Carpool, Taxi (84%)
School Bus (0%)
Walk (12%)
Transit (2%)
Bike, Skateboard, or Scooter (2%)
Figure 8 Eshelman Avenue Elementary School Student
Travel to School Mode (2024-5 LAUSD School
Experience Survey)

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Vehicle loading and unloading take place on both
sides of the school. Both curbs are designated as timed loading-only areas by signage and white curb. Buses
typically use the western side of the campus along
Eshelman Avenue – families are able to use buses at
Eshelman Avenue Elementary as a loading stop for bus
service to nearby magnet schools. A small bus loading
zone is marked via a sign further north on Eshelman
Avenue towards Pacific Coast Highway. This is north of
the area along Eshelman Avenue where buses typically
offload. In the afternoon, an additional bus picks up
students from the corner of 259th Place and Eshelman
Avenue serving an after-school activity program. Most
vehicle drop-offs and pick-ups occur along these two
adjacent blocks: parents of younger students tend
to use 259th Place and wait to see students off in
advance of the school’s first bell, while others use the Eshelman Avenue frontage near the western gate.

Parent feedback and field observations identified
significant crossing conflicts at the intersection of
Eshelman Avenue and 259th Place, where cut-through
traffic headed toward Pacific Coast Highway overlaps
with school loading activity. The wide cross-section of Eshelman Avenue further contributes to challenging
crossing conditions for pedestrians and creates
conditions encouraging speeding behaviors, which are
exacerbated by the steep conditions in the two blocks
north of 259th Place.

Unclear loading zone designations also created
operational issues. Buses often struggled to reach the
curb along Eshelman Avenue because parents were
loading students in the same area. Similarly, parents
dropping off students on 259th Place faced conflicts
caused by narrow roadway conditions and two-way
traffic. Some drop-offs along 259th Place occurred on
the north side of the street and resulted in students and parents crossing mid-block against traffic.

To the north of the school, families were observed
parking in nearby commercial parking lots and walking
along Pacific Coast Highway to reach Eshelman
Avenue. This required they cross Pacific Coast Highway
at Eshelman Avenue, where a crossing guard assisted
pedestrians. High volumes of traffic turning from
Eshelman Avenue created conflicts with those crossing
north-south, especially on the western crosswalk.

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3.2 What We Heard
Throughout the development of the Study, Lomita
parents, school faculty, and residents shared their
experiences traveling to and from each of the four
Study schools. To guide engagement and data
collection, the City established and maintaned a
list of stakeholders including members of LAUSD,
school principals, the LA County Sheriff’s Department,
Caltrans, and Lomita residents and businesses.

The project team hosted three community workshops in
2025 to gather input, hear desired improvement and
programs ideas, and validate site visit observations.

Each workshop included maps where attendees could
mark issues and ideas, as well as proposed options
for improvement and program types that could be
included in recommendations. Two workshops were
held at schools, while a third was held at Lomita Park.

Workshops were advertised through postings at Lomita
Park, through multiple city e-newsletters in December
2024 and January 2025 and the city website, and
through electronic flyers distributed by the schools.

Notifications were also shared electronically with list of local and regional stakeholders.

Throughout these engagement efforts, feedback from
local parents, residents, and faculty centered around
three themes:
‚ Difficult crossings. Across all schools, major
intersections adjacent to campuses posed challenges
for pedestrians due to heavy traffic volumes. In many
cases, crossing guards were essential to ensure that
students and families could cross safely during arrival and dismissal periods.
‚ Unsafe driver behaviors. Residents and families
frequently reported unsafe driving practices such
as double parking, stopping in travel lanes, and
speeding through school zones. While larger streets
like Eshelman Avenue and Narbonne Avenue were
noted for higher speeds, other aggressive and
unsafe driving behaviors were observed on smaller
neighborhood streets serving school entrances.
‚ Congested loading zones. While some schools had
loading zones that worked efficiently and with clear
loading areas and access points, families at other
schools noted that current practices often led to
congestion and frustration for drivers. Attendees and
survey respondents frequently cited a desire for better signage and organization of these curbside zones.

Parents shared their thoughts at a workshop at Alexander Fleming Middle School.

Attendees (above) shared ideas at Lomita STEAM Magnet
Elementary School, marking a map of the school area (below).

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In addition to the workshops, two community surveys
were conducted during the project to document
concerns and gather input on preferred treatments and
program types. Across both surveys, more than 130
responses were received, providing valuable insight
into the challenges families face and the improvements
they would most like to see.
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
Double Parking or
Illegal Parking
Crossings Feel
Unsafe
Long Wait
Times
Speeding and
Reckless Driving
The figures below highlight the most frequently
identified issues and desired enhancements reported
by respondents. Responses indicate conditions and
preferences across all school areas.

Figure 9 Most-cited issues at schools (respondents could select more than one) Clear Markings for
Dropoff And Pickup
Temporary Valet Lanes
During Dropoff
High Visibility
Crosswalks
Pedestrian Signals
and Upgrades
Protected Bike
Lanes
Secure Bike
Parking
80%
70%
60%
50%
40%
30%
20%
10%
0%
Pedestrian
Loading and Drop-off
Bicycle
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Recommendations for each school are detailed in
the following tables, which identify both near-term
and long-term implementation steps. For both
timeframes, grant funding will be required to develop
and implement most infrastructure improvements.

The numbered locations on the accompanying maps
correspond to each recommendation. Because of
their close proximity, recommendations for Alexander
Fleming Middle School and St. Margaret Mary School
are presented together.

Table 1 Common Improvement Types
Improvement Type
Curb Extensions
Curb extensions widen the sidewalk at intersections to reduce crossing distances for and increase the visibility of pedestrians. Typically constructed with concrete, temporary curb extensions may also be created through paint and plastic flex posts.

Daylighting
Daylighting creates red “no parking” zones near curb ramps and crossings to keep sightlines clear and make pedestrians more visible to drivers. These zones are typically established with curb paint, and curb extensions can further enhance daylighting by increasing visibility at intersections. California Assembly Bill 413 (i.e., “Daylighting Law”) prohibits parked vehicles within 20 feet of a crosswalk, or 15 feet if there is a curb extension.

Common Street
Improvement Types
While the specific needs and conditions vary
by school, several types of improvements
are common across multiple locations.

Table 1 below outlines these frequently
recommended treatments, which address
recurring safety and access issues within
Lomita’s school zones.
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Improvement Type
Leading Pedestrian Interval (LPI)
Leading pedestrian intervals give pedestrians a head start to cross the street before vehicle traffic receives a green light, increasing their visibility and priority in the crosswalk.

Curbside and Loading Zone Operations
Signing and operational changes to curbside areas near schools, such as by restricting parking at arrival and dismissal hours and designating clear loading zones, can aid in creating more organized drop-off experiences.

High Visibility Crosswalk
High visibility crosswalks use a repeated pattern to increase the visibility of pedestrians crossing the street.

Pedestrian Hybrid Beacons
A pedestrian hybrid beacon is an overhead pedestrian-activated signal that communicates to drivers to stop and allow pedestrians to cross the street.

Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons
A rectangular rapid flashing beacon is a pedestrian-activated beacon that flashes lights to alert drivers of the need to yield to crossing pedestrians.

Turning Restrictions
Turning restrictions, communicated via signs and/or roadway markings and curbs, prohibit certain vehicle turns at intersections. This aids in reducing conflicts between road users and may limit vehicle access on some local streets.

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4.1 Lomita STEAM Magnet Elementary School
Recommendations for Lomita STEAM Magnet
Elementary School build upon the school’s existing
valet lane system and multi-gate approach, which
already help distribute traffic effectively across the
three streets bordering the school. The focus is on
addressing complex crossing conditions and enhancing
established walk-to-school routes, particularly those
that utilize nearby alleys.

The descriptions below highlight several key
recommendations at the school. A full list of
recommendations is presented in Table 2. Each
recommendation’s number, also noted in the below
descriptions, corresponds to its location in Figure 9.

Key Recommendations
Narbonne Avenue and 247th Street: This
“T” intersection is a common crossing location
for walking families to reach Lomita STEAM Magnet
School. The existing crosswalk includes a continuously
flashing pedestrian beacon that is not pedestrianactivated. Since the flashing signal does not indicate when someone is actually crossing, driver attentiveness to pedestrians is reduced.

An upgrade of this beacon to a Rapid Rectangular
Flashing Beacon (RRFB) or Pedestrian Hybrid Beacon
(PHB) is proposed, which pedestrians – or the crossing
guard on duty – would activate to alert drivers of
their crossing. To support this treatment, a long-term
treatment would involve the installation of a concrete
pedestrian refuge island. The island would allow
pedestrians to cross Narbonne Avenue in two stages,
pausing in the center to ensure traffic yields. A PHB is off until activated by a push button at the crosswalk but brings cross traffic to a full stop via a steady red (drivers stop), then flashing red (drivers stop, then proceed if clear), signal lights. Though typically more expensive, a PHB would be able to use the existing mast arm across
Narbonne Avenue. A PHB would require analysis
to determine if stopping traffic would interfere with
operations at Narbonne Avenue and Lomita Boulevard
and education to drivers and pedestrians on how to
utilize the new crossing system. An RRFB is more similar to what exists today, which alerts drivers to yield rather than fully stop, but with more visible flashing beacons and with pedestrian activation.

The improved crossing would help create more
comfortable interactions between people crossing
Narbonne Avenue and drivers accessing the
loading zone valet line via that street. In addition,
signage limiting eastbound left turns out of 247th
Street onto Narbonne during arrival and dismissal is
recommended. This would improve the traffic flow at this intersection and limit left-turn conflicts at the crosswalk.

A crossing guard stops traffic on Narbonne Avenue to allow families to cross to the school.

Moon Avenue: Lomita STEAM Magnet School’s
main “walk-up” gate is located at Moon Avenue,
a narrow residential street with parking on both sides.

Parents and caregivers walk along 247th Street and
north on Moon Avenue to reach the gate or cut through
the alley that connects Moon Avenue to Cypress
Street. Today, crossings from the alleyway contribute
to congestion at this location, as parents and students walking interact with northbound drivers on Moon
Avenue seeking to leave the school area.

Where the alley meets Moon Avenue, a crosswalk
connecting the alley to the school is proposed on
the south leg of that intersection, to improve visibility and safety of families crossing there. A crosswalk
application would require installation of new curb
ramps on the south approach of the intersection. An
in-street pedestrian sign applied to Moon Avenue’s
centerline would also signal to motorists to expect
pedestrians to be crossing there. While no crossing
guard is currently stationed at this mid-block crossing, the school may wish to relocate a crossing guard from
the Lomita Boulevard/Narbonne Avenue intersection.
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Lomita Boulevard and Narbonne Avenue:

Due to high vehicle volumes and speed, this
intersection presents challenging crossing conditions
for students and caregivers walking to Lomita STEAM
Magnet from the north and east. A crossing guard is
present here during arrival and dismissal and provides
assistance for families navigating the pedestrian signals and traffic.

The addition of Leading Pedestrian Intervals to
pedestrian signals on all approaches would provide
pedestrians with a head start when crossing, improving
their visibility to drivers. Similarly, setting the pedestrian signals to recall (i.e., where the pedestrian signal
comes up automatically) during arrival and dismissal
hours would improve the experience for people
crossing there, ensuring they do not have to wait extra signal cycles to cross.

Lastly, the angle at which Lomita Boulevard
intersects with Narbonne Avenue creates a generous
turning radius at the southwestern corner, allowing
eastbound Lomita Boulevard drivers to turn right while
maintaining higher speeds. Traffic counts revealed
frequent right turning movements here for eastbound
drivers. A narrow sidewalk and steep curb ramp
not aligned to either crosswalk (west and south) is
currently not ADA compliant and poses a significant
challenge to accessibility.

Any modification of curb ramps and the crosswalks at
this corner should coordinate with ongoing work at this location to integrate other multimodal project elements.

Pending future projects along Lomita Boulevard,
improvements could include a curb extension wrapping
around the southwest corner extending east into
Narbonne Avenue and north into Lomita Boulevard,
calming turning drivers by modifying the turning radius.

This would make crossing pedestrians more visible
and reduce the crossing distances across both streets
on those legs. Expanding the curb would create more
space on the narrow sidewalk and create space for
two perpendicular curb ramps serving those crossings.

A catch basin is also located adjacent to the bus stop
located on the south side of Lomita Boulevard west of
the intersection; any changes to the sidewalk on Lomita Boulevard would require evaluation of and changes
to the drainage system. Similarly, the utility pole in the sidewalk at this corner does not provide adequate
ADA clearance, and any changes here would also
require compliance with PROWAG and ADA.

An alternative curb extension design, extending
east across Narbonne Avenue only, would avoid
these two impacts. It would not shorten the crossing
distance across Lomita Boulevard or widen that street’s sidewalk, however, and would have a more limited
benefit in addressing turning speeds. A quick-build
design with paint and flex posts could be upgraded
over the long term with concrete curbs.

To improve visibility at the intersection, it is
recommended that the eastbound bus stop be
relocated to the east side of the Narbonne Avenue
intersection. This would require the conversion of the
green-curb loading zone and at least one on-street
parking space at that location to the relocated bus stop loading space.
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Table 2 Lomita STEAM Magnet Elementary School Recommendations No. Location Issue Near-Term
Recommendation
Long-Term
Recommendation Note

1. Lomita
Boulevard
and
Narbonne
Ave
Intersection
has high traffic
volumes and
speeds, so
crossing can
feel stressful for
pedestrians.

Add Leading
Pedestrian Intervals to
all signal approaches.

Poor visibility
due to narrow
sidewalks and
intersection
geometry. Drivers
turn quickly
southbound
onto Narbonne
Ave due to wide
turning radius.

Consider possible
improvements to SW
corner, such as a curb
extension with paint
and flex posts at the
SW corner, wrapping
around the north and/
or east sides. Requires
coordination with other
projects.

If implemented, convert
painted extension to a
concrete curb extension
at the southwest corner.

Upgrade curb ramp
to perpendicular
ramps that align with
crosswalks.

Potential storm drain
conflicts on Lomita
Blvd. If extension onto
Lomita Blvd is not
preferred, extending
onto Narbonne Avenue
alone will also aid in
addressing vehicle
turning speeds.

Intersection
has high traffic
volumes and
speeds, so
crossing can
feel stressful for
pedestrians.

Set signal to pedestrian
recall (automatic
pedestrian signal)
during arrival/
dismissal.

Near-side
eastbound bus
stop on Lomita
Boulevard may
impair visibility
of pedestrians
at southwestern
corner.

Relocate eastbound
bus stop to east side of
intersection.

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No. Location Issue Near-Term
Recommendation
Long-Term
Recommendation Note

2. Narbonne
Avenue
and 247th
Street
Left-turning
drivers from
247th St conflict
with people
using the eastwest crosswalk
on Narbonne
Avenue.

Restrict EB left turns
onto Narbonne Avenue
during arrival and
dismissal times using
signage.

City to evaluate effects
of timing of adjacent
intersections on
Narbonne Avenue and
adjust.

Crossing
Narbonne
Avenue is
uncomfortable
due to vehicle
speeds and
volumes.

Upgrade beacon to
rectangular rapid
flashing beacon (RRFB)
or Pedestrian Hybrid
Beacon (PHB).

Potential to use the
existing mast arms and
electrical connection.

Community has
expressed interest in
a Pedestrian Hybrid
Beacon.

Crossing
Narbonne
Avenue is
uncomfortable
due to vehicle
speeds and
volumes.

Install advance
warning signage on
Narbonne Avenue,
such as School
Crossing Zone Ahead.

Install concrete curb
pedestrian refuge
island.
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No. Location Issue Near-Term
Recommendation
Long-Term
Recommendation Note

3. Moon
Avenue at
Alley
The alley is a key
access route for
caregivers and
students walking
to the east gate.

Many cross
Moon Avenue
here and must
navigate traffic.

Install pedestrian
warning signage and
crosswalk on south leg
of Moon Avenue.

Install curb ramps
on the south leg of
intersection.

4. Moon
Avenue
and 247th
Street
Many people
walking to school
cross here and
conflict with
drop-off and
pick-up traffic
on 247th St.

Upgrade to highvisibility crosswalks on
existing legs.

5. Alley,
between
247th
Street
and 248th
Street
People walking
to school through
the alley must
share space with
drivers.

Install signage alerting
drivers to pedestrian
traffic in the alley.

6. Alley,
between
Cypress
Street
and Moon
Avenue
People walking
to school through
the alley must
share space with
drivers.

Install signage alerting
drivers to pedestrian
traffic in the alley.

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4.2 Alexander Fleming Middle School and
St. Margaret Mary School
Since Alexander Fleming Middle School and St.

Marget Mary School are located directly adjacent
to one another, their recommendations are presented
together. Improvements in the area, particularly those
that enhance connectivity and safety along Eshelman
Avenue, will largely benefit both schools.

The recommendations focus on reducing conflicts
between drivers and pedestrians at several key
intersections and crossings: 255th Street and Eshelman
Avenue and at crossings along Walnut Street between
254th Street and 256th Street. They also aim to
address unsafe driver behaviors observed during
student drop-offs, especially along Walnut Street, and
create more predictable areas in surrounding blocks to
drop off and pick up students.

A selection of key recommendations, each with a
number corresponding to the following map and table,
addressing significant locations are described below.

A full set of recommendations can be found in Table

3. Figure 13 illustrates the location of each numbered
recommendation.

Key Recommendations
255th Street and Eshelman Avenue: This
intersection serves as the primary access point for
students walking from west of the schools to the western gate of Fleming Middle School and to students and
parents accessing St. Margaret Mary School. To improve
visibility and reduce crossing exposure for pedestrians crossing east-west here, curb extensions are proposed
on the east side of Eshelman Avenue’s south approach.

These may be applied in the near-term with flex posts
and striping and can later be upgraded to concrete and
combined with directional curb ramp upgrades.

A student crosses Eshelman Avenue at 255th Street during arrival to reach Alexander Fleming Middle School’s western gate.

A curb extension is recommended at the northwestern
corner of this intersection – extending east into
Eshelman Avenue and south into 255th Street. This
improvement would help slow southbound right-turning
vehicles and prevent drop-off traffic at the corner from conflicting with turns onto 255th Street. In addition,
upgrading the existing stop signs to solar-powered
flashing stop signs is recommended to increase
visibility and improve driver compliance.

Eshelman Avenue, between 255th
Street and 254th Street / 254th Street,
between Eshelman Avenue and Walnut Street:

Establishment of designated, timed loading zone areas
and parking restrictions during arrival and dismissal
hours are recommended to aid in efficient pick-up
and drop-off practices around the school. This would
discourage short-term parking practices that create
congestion along these blocks during the mornings and
afternoons, keeping loading traffic moving on those
streets and increasing the likelihood of a driver finding a curbside location to drop off their student.
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Walnut Street, between 254th
Street and 257th Street: Walnut
Street along the front entrance to Fleming Middle School is a major drop-off and pick-up site for drivers in the morning and afternoon. The street currently has one lane in each direction, a bike lane in each direction, and a center turn lane. Motorists often stop in the center turn lane during arrival and dismissal, impeding turns and sight lines and creating hazardous crossing conditions. Others doublepark in the striped bike lane and bus zones.

A lane reconfiguration is proposed for Walnut Street
(for its wider extent, 254th Street to 257th Street)
and would remove the center turn lane along Walnut
Street and move the southbound bicycle lane against
the curb. This change would convert the current
southbound Class II bike lane into a two-way Class IV
separated bike lane, protected by a buffer and vertical separation elements positioned between the bikeway,
parked vehicles/loading zone, and travel lanes, as
shown in Figure 12.

The existing northbound painted bike lane on the
other side of the street would remain in place. An
example of a similar separated bike lane, in a oneway configuration, can be found in Long Beach along Broadway. In the long term, the temporary separation
materials – such as flex posts – could be replaced
with more durable treatments like planters, landscaped
buffers, or concrete curbs to provide a permanent and
visually appealing upgrade.

Upgrading the existing bike lane would create a more
comfortable and encouraging route for students and
residents interested in biking to school by separating
them from traffic and preventing vehicles from parking
in the bike lane during pick-up and drop-off. The new
configuration would also eliminate the center turn lane, preventing the vehicle loading that currently occurs there and the unsafe crossing behaviors it encourages. Further design coordination with the school will be necessary to manage conflicts between the two-way bike lane and
the small bus loading zone on the southern end of this
segment. In the near-term, relocation of the bus loading zone to 254th or 257th Streets or the addition of a
temporary loading platfrom such as a Zicla bus island, is recommended. If the bike lane is made permanent with
longer-term improvements, installation of a bus island
platform is recommended.

The parking restriction signage on the western curb
of Walnut Street is also recommended to be replaced
with loading zone signage to clarify the block’s
function during arrival and dismissal. This is intended to discourage short-term parking at this location
and more efficiently encourage turnover of loading
vehicles. This may be complemented by white paint
along the curb to highlight this restriction. Improved
parking restrictions during arrival and dismissal times, combined with other street improvements, would
discourage unsafe loading and parking practices,
allowing enforcement and Sheriff resources to be
allocated to other priority areas.

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Figure 12 A concept design showing the two-way separated bike lane at 255th Street and Walnut Street.

See Appendix B for full concept and additional locations.

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Table 3 Alexander Fleming Middle School and St. Margaret Mary School Recommendations No. Location Issue Near-Term
Recommendation
Long-Term
Recommendation Note

1. 254th
Street,
Eshelman
to Walnut
Street
Pick-up parking
and doubleparking create
congestion during
dismissal.

Establish loading
zone area and time
restrictions on southern
side of 254th St
between Eshelman
Avenue and Walnut
Street.

2. 255th
Street and
Eshelman
Avenue
Current curb
ramps are too
steep and missing
tactile warning
surfaces.

Upgrade SW and
NW curb ramps.

Turning traffic
conflicts with
drivers stopping
to drop-off on
the red curb of
the northwestern
corner.

Add curb extension to
NW corner, extending
into Eshelman Avenue
and 255th, via flex
posts and paint.

Upgrade curb
extension to concrete
with new curb ramp.

Traffic on
Eshelman Avenue
is fast-moving
and often does
not fully stop
at intersection,
which has high
pedestrian
volumes at
dismissal.

Upgrade existing
stop signs to flashing
stop signs. Consider
relocating "Stop
Ahead" legend on
Eshelman Avenue
closer to intersection.

Crosswalk is
site of frequent
pedestrian-driver
conflicts and is
a long crossing
distance for
students.

Add curb extensions
via paint and flex posts
on east side of existing
crosswalk leg
(south leg).

Upgrade curb
extension to concrete
with new curb ramps.

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Recommendation
Long-Term
Recommendation Note

3. Eshelman
Avenue
and 254th
Street
Traffic on
Eshelman Avenue
is fast-moving
and may not
yield to students
using the current
crosswalk.

Current crossing
distance is long
(60 feet).

Shift crosswalk to
north leg and install
pedestrian refuge.

Upgrade crossing to a
pedestrian-activated
RRFB.

Pedestrian refuge
location will prohibit
southbound left turning
vehicles from using the
center turn lane.

4. Eshelman
Avenue
and 257th
Street
Crosswalk does
not meet Caltrans
guidance
for crossings
adjacent to
schools.

Upgrade crosswalk
to yellow markings.

Crosswalks may be
made yellow following
Caltrans guidance to
indicate proximity to
a school and use by
students. Crosswalks
leading directly to
school grounds are
required to be yellow.

5. Eshelman
Avenue,
255th
Street
to 254th
Street
Street currently
lacks loading
zone regulations:
parked vehicles
may conflict with
student loading at
dismissal.

Establish loading
zone area and time
restrictions on east side
of Eshelman Avenue.

Coordination required
with street sweeping
schedules.

6. Oak
Street
and 255th
Street
Intersection
is missing
high-visibility
crosswalk
markings and
is along a key
walking and
driving route to
both schools.

Upgrade existing
crosswalks to
high-visibility.
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Recommendation
Long-Term
Recommendation Note

7. Walnut
Street
and 254th
Street
Intersection
experiences
frequent conflicts
between drivers
and walking
students during
arrival and
dismissal. NW
and NE corners
have wide radii
that allow
faster turns.

Add red daylighting
paint along curbs at
corners of intersection
to improve pedestrian
visibility.

Pair daylighting with
parking enforcement.

8. Walnut
Street
and 255th
Street
High volumes of
students cross
here to reach the
school and must
navigate motor
vehicle conflicts
on Walnut Street.

Add curb extensions
with flex posts and
striping at west side
of existing crosswalk
across Walnut
Street. Integrate with
Recommendation #9
as floating extension.

With Recommendation
#9, consider upgrading
to concrete curb.

9. Walnut
Street,
254th
Street
to 257th
Street
Drivers frequently
park and pick
up/drop off
students from
the center turn
lane, creating
unsafe crossing
conditions. The
existing striped
bike lane is often
blocked due to
double-parking.

Convert existing bike
lane to a two-way,
parking-protected bike
lane on the west side
for this extent, using
flex posts and striping
(approximately 10 ft
lane, 3 ft buffer, 8 ft
parking lane). Retain
5 ft striped bike lane
in northbound
direction. Remove
center turn lane.

Consider upgrading
bike lane separation
materials to concrete
curb and/or tree
boxes.

Conversion of the
southbound existing
Class II bike lane to
Class IV (protected) will
remove the center turn
lane of Walnut St for
this extent.

10. Walnut
Street,
254th
Street
to 257th
Street
Vehicle conflicts
during arrival and
dismissal along
the west side of
Walnut Street.

Consider "loading
only" designation on
west side of Walnut
Street, or other parking
regulation. Explore
right-sizing bus
zone based on
current needs.

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No. Location Issue Near-Term
Recommendation
Long-Term
Recommendation Note

11. Walnut
Street,
Bland
Place,
and 257th
Street
Walnut traffic
lacks stop control
to allow for eastwest crossings to
the school and
park. Crossings
on all legs are
unmarked.

Crossing distance
across Bland
Place is very long
(about 80 feet).

Using striping and
flex posts, realign
intersection on west
side to "T" up crossings
and improve visibility.

Transition bike lane
to shared lane via
sharrow markings.

Make intersection
changes permanent
through concrete
curb extensions and
sidewalk extensions.

Add and upgrade
curb ramps where
necessary.

12. Walnut
Street,
north of
Pacific
Coast
Highway
Narrow sidewalk
on east side of
Walnut Street
does not allow
people on
wheelchairs
or with strollers
to pass north
towards school.

Expand sidewalk on
east side of street.

13. Walnut
Street,
253rd
Street, and
Ebony Lane
Intersection
feels unsafe to
navigate as a
pedestrian due
to several long
crossing legs and
wide streets.

Using striping and
flex posts, redesign
intersection to reduce
crossing distances.

Add high-visibility
crosswalks on all legs.

Study further changes
to improve safety and
calm vehicle speeds.

Upgrade the
intersection redesign
through curb and
sidewalk extensions.

Recommendation
aligns with concept
depicted in the Bicycle
Pedestrian Master Plan
for this intersection.

Coordination required
on desired concept
option (traffic circle or
intersection redesign).

14. Throughout
project
area
(Walnut
Street and
Eshelman
Street)
Students crossing
the street are
often not visible
to drivers due
to improperly
parked vehicles
at corners.

Add red daylighting
paint to corners in
school zones where it
is missing.

Corners throughout
the blocks surrounding
both schools are
missing daylighting
paint/parking
restrictions at corners.

AB 413 restricts parking
from with 20 ft of any
marked/unmarked
crosswalk (15 ft if curb
extension is present).
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4.3 Eshelman Avenue Elementary School
Recommendations near Eshelman Avenue Elementary
School address the conflicts occurring between drivers
and pedestrians along Eshelman Avenue, as well as
improving efficiency and organization of the school’s
loading zones. Other recommendations further from the
school also discourage cut-through traffic that impacts school arrival and dismissal.

A selection of key recommendations is described
below. A full list of recommendations are shown in
Table 4, which correspond to the numbered locations
in Figure 14 and in the recommendation descriptions.

Key Recommendations
Eshelman Avenue and 259th Place: This
intersection is a key access point for reaching
the school: today, two crossing guards manage the
crossings and high volumes of motor vehicle traffic
along Eshelman Avenue. Multimodal counts conducted
in June 2025 documented heavy pedestrian activity,
as well as high volumes of northbound and westbound
vehicles. Curb extensions for the southeast and
northeast corners are proposed to address the long
crossing distance (about 60 feet) across Eshelman
Avenue. They would also reduce crossing distance
across 259th Place, calm right turn speeds at that
intersection, and eliminate parking at the red-curb
sections of the corner.

A family crosses south on Eshelman Avenue to the school while a crossing guard stops traffic.

Eshelman Avenue, 262nd Street to Pacific
Coast Highway: Along Eshelman Avenue, wide
lanes of about 14 feet contribute to higher vehicle
speeds unsuitable for a residential school zone. This
condition is exacerbated by the steep hill ascending
south of 259th Place and the poor visibility of the stop sign at the school’s key entrance at 259th Place. A
speed study conducted in June 2025 found that 80%
of observed vehicles exceeded the posted 25 mph
limit. During school drop-off, two-thirds of northbound (downhill) vehicles exceeded the limit. Adding a
buffer to the existing Class 2 striped bike lanes along Eshelman Avenue along this extent will serve to reduce
travel lane widths and calm traffic, as well as providing more space and separation for people bicycling.
259th Place, east of Eshelman Avenue: A
morning drop-off valet lane is recommended
on the northern side of the street in this location,
in the westbound direction, to address congestion
and double-parking occurring near the gate for
kindergarten students. The lane may be defined with
cones and moveable bollards to provide space for
unloading. The valet lane would require coordination
of school staffing resources to direct younger students to classrooms after unloading, so that parents do not
idle at the gate waiting ahead of class. This could
involve a student buddy system wherein older students
accompany kindergarteners to their class directly. This recommendation would also require the relocation
of the afternoon bus loading zone to the established,
marked zone recommended below.

Eshelman Avenue, north of 259th Place:

New signage designating a bus loading zone
on the east side of Eshelman Avenue is recommended
to clarify the function of the loading areas and ensure that buses are able to reach the curb when loading.

This may be achieved through new signage and curb
paint, which would emphasize the function of that area
of curb. A clear bus loading zone would allow buses
to fully leave the travel lane when pulling over as they load, reducing the chance that they obstruct the travel or bike lanes and providing safer loading practices for students at the school.
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Table 4 Eshelman Avenue Elementary School Recommendations No. Location Issue Near-Term
Recommendation
Long-Term
Recommendation Note

1. Eshelman
Avenue
and 259th
Place
High volumes
of people
crossing to
reach the school
experience
conflicts with
turning motor
vehicles. Vehicles
may block the
crosswalk and
impede visibility.

Add curb extension
on NE corner of
intersection via flex
posts and paint.

Upgrade curb
extension with concrete
curb, add directional
curb ramps.

Near-term quick-build
options would utilize
space where red curb
paint is applied today.

High volumes of
crossings across
Eshelman Avenue
during arrival
and dismissal.

Sidewalk is
narrow on the SE
corner and does
not accommodate
wheelchairs or
strollers.

Add curb extension
on SE corner of
intersection via flex
posts and paint.

Upgrade curb
extension with concrete
curb and adding
directional curb ramps,
address pole in center
of sidewalk to ensure
sidewalk is ADA
compliant. Realign
crosswalks to meet
curb ramps.

Potential impacts on
storm drain would
need to be addressed
for long-term
implementation option.

2. Eshelman
Avenue
and
262nd
Street
Intersection
with multiple
approaches lacks
crosswalks and
curb ramps. Some
crossing legs
are not visible
for traffic due to
unusual angles.

Intersection is
wide, which
facilitates faster
turns onto
northbound
Eshelman
Avenue.

Consider interim traffic
calming treatments such
as a curb extension on
the NE corner and/
or a mini traffic circle
applied via paint, flex
posts, and signage.

Add high-visibility
crosswalks to all
legs and upgrade
missing curb ramps.

Upgrade traffic
calming treatments to
permanent, concrete
treatments. Consider
making Appian
Way one-way in SB
direction to improve
sightlines on that
approach.

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No. Location Issue Near-Term
Recommendation
Long-Term
Recommendation Note

3. Eshelman
Avenue
and Pacific
Coast
Highway
Traffic backs up
along Eshelman
during arrival and
dismissal, and
people crossing
north-south
frequently
conflict with leftturning traffic.

Add NB and SB
protected left signals.*
Signal changes would
require Caltrans
coordination/approval.

Narrow sidewalk
is currently
impassable for
people with
strollers or
wheelchairs.

Widen sidewalk to 8
ft on western side of
Eshelman, for about
150 feet south of
Pacific Coast Highway.

Sidewalk improvements
would require grant
funding. Sidewalk
expansion would
likely remove 3
parking spaces.

4. Eshelman
Avenue,
262nd
to Pacific
Coast
Highway
Wide lanes (up
to 14' in the
southern section)
contribute to
higher speeds
along Eshelman
Avenue, which
make crossing
at 259 Place
uncomfortable.

Current bike
lanes are narrow,
and additional
separation from
fast-moving
vehicles would
improve bicyclist
comfort.

Reduce lane widths (9
ft parking lanes and
11 ft travel lanes) and
expand and add buffer
to bike lanes (6 ft bike
lanes, with 2 ft buffers
on inner and outer
sides of bike lane).

Reduced lane widths
could discourage
speeding, and the
excess space may be
used to create more
buffer space for people
riding in the bike lane.

Consider green paint
markings at beginning
of bike lane and at
conflict points.

5. Eshelman
Avenue,
north of
259th
Place
Buses cannot
reach curb along
Eshelman Avenue
due to motor
vehicle loading
and double
parking.

Designate bus
loading zone north of
intersection on eastern
side of street; designate
with signage and paint
the northern edge of
bus zone to define
separation of uses.
*Subject to Caltrans approval
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No. Location Issue Near-Term
Recommendation
Long-Term
Recommendation Note

6. 259th
Place,
east of
Eshelman
Avenue
Drop-off traffic
creates conflicts
between motor
vehicles as
parents and
caregivers
double park by
kindergarten
gate.

Consider valet lane
along 259th Place in
west bound direction,
using cones and
moveable flex posts
to designate lane and
narrow travel lanes.

Valet lane would be
established by school
with cones each
morning. Lane would
require school to
designate staff to escort
younger students.

7. Western
Avenue
and
262nd
Street
Cut-through traffic
uses 262nd Street
and Eshelman
Avenue to avoid
congestion on
Pacific Coast
Highway, adds
to congestion
on Eshelman
Avenue.

Consider restricting
peak-hour NB left turns
from Western Avenue
to 262nd Street.*
Limiting left turns at this
location will reduce
cut-through traffic that
contributes to congestion
on Eshelman Avenue
during arrival and
dismissal times.

8. Western
Avenue
and 263rd
Street
Cut-through traffic
uses 262nd Street
and Eshelman
Avenue to avoid
congestion on
Pacific Coast
Highway, adds
to congestion
on Eshelman
Avenue.

Consider restricting
peak-hour NB left turns
from Western Avenue
to 263rd Street.*
Limiting left turns at this
location will reduce
cut-through traffic that
contributes to congestion
on Eshelman Avenue
during arrival and
dismissal times.

9. 259th
Place,
Walnut
Street,
and
Appian
Way
Long crossing
distance across
the southern leg
of Appian Way
(about 65 feet).

Add curb extension or
realign intersection via
paint and flex posts
to reduce crossing
distance on south leg.

Upgrade curb
extension/realignment
with concrete curb,
adding directional curb
ramps.

Note potential driveway
impacts on the SE
corner.
*Subject to Caltrans approval

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4.4 School Pathways
School Pathways offer a resource for encouraging
safe and comfortable routes for students and families
to walk and roll to school. Each pathway is a route
intended as a comfortable, low-stress walking path to
and from school. Promotion of these pathway routes
helps promote a welcoming and inclusive active
transportation environment for Lomita’s students and
residents. Identification of these routes was informed
by site observations, existing conditions analyses, and engagement input shared by staff, parents, and residents.

Across Lomita, comfortable access pathways are
largely located along the local street network near the four schools. Streets considered as good candidates
for school pathways typically have continuous
sidewalks and more comfortable walking conditions
due to lower volumes of cut-through traffic. Tree
canopy is also preferred on routes where available. At
higher-stress arterial intersections, routes were selected to ensure that crossings occur where pedestrian signals are available. As a result, some collector streets, which are more likely to have higher volumes, are included
to reach those signalized crossings. Pathways are
identified within a half-mile radius of each school, or about a 10-to-15-minute walk for most people. While
they are centered on direct access routes to schools,
the pathways shown below also connect schools to
secondary destinations in Lomita, such as Lomita Park,
Irene Lewis Park, and Lomita Library. While pathways
are predominantly considered for walking routes, some
include low-stress bicycling options suitable for older students or students accompanied by caregivers.

The School Pathways Maps are shown in Figures 15
through 17. Figure 15 highlights pathways within a
half-mile of Lomita STEAM Magnet Elementary School
and provides an example of the types of streets and
connections the pathways represent. Walking access
to this school is available through low-traffic residential streets like 247th Street and Cypress Street. While
busier, Narbonne Avenue provides access from the
north via a signalized crossing at Lomita Boulevard,
where a crossing guard aids crossing families during
arrival and dismissal. To the east of the school, 248th Street and Eshelman Avenue are potential routes to
reach Lomita Park, a significant local destination.

Crossing Lomita Boulevard via Eshelman Avenue
allows people walking to use a signalized intersection
with a pedestrian signal.

The School Pathways Maps, presented on the
following pages, are also available online via a
Google Map here: https://www.google.com/
maps/d/u/0/edit?mid=1KIVIvOoWo99XZEAHJY4WqNBSDNMeuM&usp=sharing. The City may work with schools to adjust routes on the interactive
map based on later feedback, or as conditions change
due to infrastructure projects.

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Figure 15 Lomita STEAM Magnet Elementary School Pathways Map

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Figure 17 Eshelman Avenue Elementary School Pathways

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Secondary Pathways
In addition to the primary School Pathways outlined
above, the Study identifies a set of secondary pathway
routes. Secondary pathways are designed to build
upon the primary pathways and fill connections to
key commercial corridors and local destinations. In
particular, secondary pathways pay close attention to
connections to transit, in this case supporting walking or rolling routes to transit service on Lomita Boulevard, Narbonne Avenue, Pacific Coast Highway, and
Western Avenue.

Secondary pathways were developed by overlaying
the direct-access school pathways with additional
considerations to identify gaps and new routes. These
included sidewalks of 6 feet or wider, commercial
land use (Figure 18), planned Local Travel Network
routes, and existing transit stops (Figure 19) and
bicycle facilities.

Secondary pathway routes, shown below in Figure 20,
include streets such as Eshelman Avenue, Pennsylvania
Avenue, Bland Place, and Ebony Lane. Secondary
pathways outline, among other connections, key first/
last mile routes – the paths taken at the beginning and end of transit trips – for students and caregivers who
rely upon public transit to reach their schools. They
connect to bus service provided by Metro, Gardena
Transit, and Torrance Transit along the four arterials
near the Study schools. Comfortable and safe first/last mile connections to transit enhance the overall transit trip, encouraging more families to try that option when traveling to school.

In addition to their function as access routes for
students and families walking or rolling to school, the City may wish to continue to evaluate both primary
and secondary pathways for transportation safety and
school access needs during and after implementation.

Additional considerations for monitoring are discussed
in the following section.

Figure 18 Commercial districts in Lomita
Figure 19 Bus stops and transit service in Lomita
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Figure 20 Secondary Routes

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4.5 Programming Elements
Improving the school travel experience in Lomita also
requires ongoing activities and communication that
instills a culture of safety and active transportation
curiosity in the city’s students and families. This Study proposes and has developed materials for two
distinct programs that will work in tandem with
infrastructure recommendations.

Though the City had, through development of the
Study scope, proposed a Bicycle Ambassador
program for inclusion in the project, initial responses from local school stakeholders suggested other
program types might better fit the needs of the schools’ community. Several meetings of a Programs Working
Group were convened to discuss past campaign
efforts, the school travel experience, and resource
needs of schools with regards to ongoing walking
and safety programs. The Working Group included
local parents of students, LAUSD representatives, local residents, a school administrator, and City of Lomita
staff representing departments that may be involved
in supporting future campaigns (Public Works,
Community Safety Division, Los Angeles County
Sheriff Lomita Station, Parks and Recreation).

Additionally, residents offered ideas and feedback
through the school workshops and surveys. Many
attendees cited needs for additional safety education
through campaigns. Activity-based learning, where
students would practice safe walking and biking
skills through hands-on experiences, was also a
popular option.

Input from the Working Group and workshops
identified two key themes for the four schools and
the city more broadly:
‚ Safety: A broad need for safety messaging was
needed to encourage better driver behavior,
specifically from parents, near schools.
‚ Engagement and gamification: Interest in promoting
walking and biking could be garnered through
challenges and encouragement at the school-level.

Working with stakeholders to vet ideas, the project
team identified two programs that would best meet
these needs. A School Safety Campaign can reach a
broad audience of roadway users near schools and
work to maintain a culture of safe driving practices. A Walk and Bike to School Day and Challenge offers
an opportunity for encouragement and education
about active transportation options, and a month-long
challenge would create a fun atmosphere for building
new, healthy habits. For each, coordination with a
designated “champion” at the City will be key: the
coordinator can help schools identify the appropriate
materials to use for each part of the year and can
help share campaign materials through city channels.

Identification of this champion early on is a significant step for the programs and will aid in creating
consistency as they are carried out on the school level.

School Safety Campaign
The School Safety Campaign is designed to address
pervasive unsafe driving behaviors that parents,
students, and faculty observe daily in their trips to
school. Practices like speeding, double parking,
and stopping in the centerline contribute to unsafe
conditions and conflicts with people crossing and
walking to school. This campaign concept received
broad support from stakeholders throughout
engagement and working group meetings. The School
Safety Campaign outlines for all road users how to
safely and considerately travel to school, and reminds
residents of their responsibilities on the road, with a focus on safe driving behaviors.
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The 10-month campaign includes materials designed
to reach parents and students in a variety of avenues:
including through the classroom, via flyers sent home
with students, and through the digital ClassDojo
platform used by parents. The campaign materials
and messaging are also tailored by month to allow
for consistent, engaging communication options with
parents. For example, Fall materials note the need to
be aware of changes in lighting conditions as Daylight
Savings Time changes.

Walk and Roll to School
Day Challenge
While existing comfort in walking to school varies by
school and age of students, many stakeholders and
residents agreed that encouragement – efforts to
create excitement and engagement around walking
and biking – would be a welcome program among
Lomita’s schools. The Walk and Roll to School Day
program builds off of National Walk to School Day,
which is typically the first Wednesday in October.

The Day provides a fun, engaging opportunity for
families to try new ways of traveling to school. While
many families may live outside of a walking distance
from their school, the materials also encourage families to try parking and walking the last blocks to school,
also helping to build healthy habits and reducing
congestion of loading zones and valet lanes.

Beyond the Walk and Roll to School Day itself, this
campaign also outlines how schools can support
a month-long “challenge” to help track how many
walking and rolling trips to and from school students
make within a set period. This structure creates a fun
atmosphere, where students have an incentive to
continue to try new ways of traveling to school after
launching the challenge on Walk and Roll to School
Day. Participants may be recognized through official
city channels at the end of the challenge.

Materials for this encouragement program include
event planning schedules, lists of key stakeholders, and promotional collateral utilizing a variety of channels
to reach students and parents. The challenge materials
include ways for students to track their participation
throughout the month.

Figure 21 Example Safety Campaign messaging
and branding
Figure 22 Example Walk and Roll to School
Day materials

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5.1 School Zone
Safety Evaluation
and Monitoring
The City of Lomita should continue to conduct periodic
safety reviews of school zones and streets directly
serving each school to ensure conditions remain
supportive for safe travel for students, caregivers,
and faculty.

Sidewalks and Crossings. Evaluation of sidewalk
should ensure that key pathways used to reach the
school are continuous, accessible, and free from
obstructions and inaccessibly narrow segments. Gaps
or broken segments of sidewalk should be recorded
and prioritized for repair. Crossings should be
comfortable for pedestrians, clearly marked, and have
clear visibility at intersections.

Bikeways. Bikeway evaluations should consider the
presence or absence of bike facilities on key streets
adjacent to Lomita’s schools, following planned
projects noted in the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian
Master Plan. Intersections along bike lanes should
support crossings that prioritize bicyclists, giving them space and visibility. Where they exist, bike lanes should be assessed for clear markings and signage, lack of
debris, and intact physical separation materials.

Driving and Loading. Behaviors of drivers should be
observed regularly to identify potential safety risks and assess compliance issues with safety countermeasures.

Issues such as speeding, double parking, unsafe dropoff and pick-up locations, failure to observe signed curb regulations, and failure to yield to vulnerable
road users should be assessed and recorded. While
infrastructure improvements and programming elements
are aimed to improve the school travel experience
within Lomita, other community needs relating to
transit access and school transportation policies are
beyond the scope of this project and may require later
coordination with LAUSD, neighboring jurisdictions,
and other regional agencies.

Progress Measures
To measure the effectiveness of the Study’s school
zone safety initiatives, the City of Lomita should
monitor clear performance milestones as it implements
recommendations. Detailed below in Table 5, the
proposed list of milestones is intended to provide a
quantitative measure over time to assess progress
and identify opportunities for improvements or next
steps. Due to inconsistent data availability through the Transportation Injury Mapping System (TIMS), the city
may wish to coordinate with the LA County Sherrif’s
Department on crash report collection.

Table 5 Recommended Measures
Metrics Intended
Direction Sources
Student participation
in programming Increase School faculty
Pedestrian-involved
crashes, citywide Decrease

TIMS, LA
County
Sheriff’s
Department
Bicycle-involved
crashes, citywide Decrease

TIMS, LA
County
Sheriff’s
Department
Active transportation
travel modes share
to and from school
(biking and walking)
Increase
LAUSD
School
Experience
Survey

5.2 Implementation
The City will seek to implement recommendations
from the Study incrementally through in-house work
and larger Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
projects, as funding becomes available. Many of
these improvements, both near-term and long-term,
are contingent upon the City receiving grant funding
to implement. Other projects may be funded through
General Fund, staff time, or CIP funds.
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Near-term improvements may include the following
improvement types, which generally require only
striping, paint, and/or flex posts:
‚ Daylighting via painted red curbs
‚ Flex posts and striping
‚ Signage
Near-term improvements may be completed through
upcoming CIP projects or by City staff, if feasible.

The City can assess its street repaving projects for
opportunities to align restriping with the Study’s
recommendations. Successful alignment will aid in
placing improvements on the ground more quickly
and efficiently.

Long-term improvements involve treatments such
as new crossing beacons or signals, concrete curb
extensions, permanent traffic calming treatments, and
intersection modifications. These improvements may be
completed through future CIP projects. A list of regional and state grant opportunities is provided in Table 5.

As census tracts within Lomita range from the 44th to
the 58th percentiles in CalEnviroScreen 4.0 scoring
and do not include Disadvantaged Communities
(DACs) under Senate Bill 535, coordination with
adjacent communities in the Harbor City neighborhood
of City of Los Angeles would aid in application
scoring. All four schools have enrollment areas that
include portions of Harbor City.

Table 6 Funding Opportunities
Funding Source Details
Metro Measure M Subregional
Program (MSP)
Projects gathered at the regional level by the South Bay Cities Council of Governments are submitted to Metro for consideration of funding via the Measure M Subregional Program, which is funded by the Measure M sales tax.

Infrastructure recommendations within this Study would be eligible under the South Bay subregion’s Transportation System and Mobility Improvements Program.

Metro Active Transport, Transit,
and First/Last Mile (MAT)
Program
The MAT program funds first/last mile, pedestrian improvement, and longer active transportation corridor projects. Pacific Coast Highway is identified as a regional bikeway through the Metro Active Transportation Strategic Plan.

Southern California Association of
Governments (SCAG) Sustainable
Communities Program
Infrastructure projects that use low-to-medium cost projects to pilot designs are eligible for Quick-Build Project Funding, with an award maximum up to $900,000.

Caltrans Local Highway Safety
Improvement Program
State program that funds roadway safety improvements and prioritizes those with effective Benefit-to-Cost Ratios. The minimum grant amount is $100,000.

California Transportation
Commission (CTC) Active
Transportation Program (ATP)
Infrastructure recommendations would be eligible for the ATP’s Infrastructure category. In the previous cycle, CTC provided $169 million in ATP funding.

5.3 Maintenance
As street improvements from the Study are
implemented, the city should integrate projects into
regular maintenance schedules. This may include
restriping crosswalks and bike lanes as needed. For
the two recommended bike facilities, keeping these
clear of debris will ensure they are safe for users and function as reliable biking connections.

Coordination with the City’s street sweeping
contractors is recommended prior to implementation
of the Walnut Street separated bike lane to ensure that they can properly service it.

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6 Appendices
Appendix A. School Pathway Map Handouts
Appendix B. Concept Designs and Cost Opinions
Appendix C. Programming Materials
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Appendix A
School Pathways
Maps
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These pathways are comfortable routes to use when walking, biking, and rolling to and from school. They are focused along streets that often have shade, have consistent sidewalks, and cross busy streets with crosswalks and traffic signals. These pathways extend about a half-mile from the schools, which is a 10-to-15 minute walk for most people.

LOMITA STEAM MAGNET SCHOOL
School Access Pathways
LEGEND
Suggested Route
Crossing Guard
Traffic Signal
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• Walk predictably and always use paths and sidewalks when available. • Always cross in the crosswalk, making sure to walk, not run, across the street.
• Look left, right, front, and behind before crossing the street. Make sure to keep an eye out for cars turning or pulling out of driveways. • Remove headphones while walking, put away cell phones, and stay aware of your surroundings.

Let’s be street smart from the start! Read these safety tips below to make sure getting to school is safe and comfortable for everyone, no matter how you get there.

If you get to school by walking...

If your parent or caregiver drives you to school, ask them to...

If you get to school by biking or rolling...
• Follow school zone speed limits.
• Always stop at stop signs. Do not roll through, it’s the law! • Yield to people waiting to cross at marked crosswalks and street corners. • Avoid double-parking, stopping in crosswalks, and blocking driveways or teacher parking. • Keep their attention on the road and limit distractions. • Be courteous to others on the road, including people driving, biking, and walking. • Use extra caution when backing out of a driveway or parking spot. • Wear a helmet.
• Remove headphones, and put away cell phones so you can stay aware of your surroundings.
• Perform a quick ABC check before riding your bike: AIR (make sure your tires are inflated), BRAKES (ensure they work), and CHAIN (confirm it isn’t rusty).
• Check that your front and rear lights are working.
• Ride predictably on the right side of the road with traffic, using proper hand signals when turning and stopping fully at stop signs. Look left, right, and behind, and make eye contact with drivers at intersections.
• When riding in a group, stay in a single file line and avoid swerving in and out of parked cars. • Watch for cars turning or pulling out of driveways.

For more information on your school’s arrival
and dismissal practices, please visit:
lomitaes.lausd.org

LOMITA STEAM MAGNET SCHOOL
School Traffic Safety Tips
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These pathways are comfortable routes to walk to and from school. They are focused along streets that have shade where possible, have consistent sidewalks, and cross busy streets with crosswalks and traffic signals. These pathways extend about a half-mile from the schools, which is a 10-to-15 minute walk for most people.

ALEXANDER FLEMING

MIDDLE SCHOOL
School Access Pathways
LEGEND
Suggested Route
Traffic Signal
Crossing Guard
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• Walk predictably and always use paths and sidewalks when available. • Always cross in the crosswalk, making sure to walk, not run, across the street.
• Look left, right, front, and behind before crossing the street. Make sure to keep an eye out for cars turning or pulling out of driveways. • Remove headphones while walking, put away cell phones, and stay aware of your surroundings.

Let’s be street smart from the start! Read these safety tips below to make sure getting to school is safe and comfortable for everyone, no matter how you get there.

If you get to school by walking...

If your parent or caregiver drives you to school, ask them to...

If you get to school by biking or rolling...
• Follow school zone speed limits.
• Always stop at stop signs. Do not roll through, it’s the law! • Yield to people waiting to cross at marked crosswalks and street corners. • Avoid double-parking, stopping in crosswalks, and blocking driveways or teacher parking. • Keep their attention on the road and limit distractions. • Be courteous to others on the road, including people driving, biking, and walking. • Use extra caution when backing out of a driveway or parking spot. • Wear a helmet.
• Remove headphones, and put away cell phones so you can stay aware of your surroundings.
• Perform a quick ABC check before riding your bike: AIR (make sure your tires are inflated), BRAKES (ensure they work), and CHAIN (confirm it isn’t rusty).
• Check that your front and rear lights are working.
• Ride predictably on the right side of the road with traffic, using proper hand signals when turning and stopping fully at stop signs. Look left, right, and behind, and make eye contact with drivers at intersections.
• When riding in a group, stay in a single file line and avoid swerving in and out of parked cars. • Watch for cars turning or pulling out of driveways.

For more information on your school’s arrival
and dismissal practices, please visit:
https://flemingms.lausd.org/
School Traffic Safety Tips

ALEXANDER FLEMING MIDDLE SCHOOL
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *399
These pathways are comfortable routes to walk to and from school. They are focused along streets that have shade where possible, have consistent sidewalks, and cross busy streets with crosswalks and traffic signals. These pathways extend about a half-mile from the schools, which is a 10-to-15 minute walk for most people.

ST. MARGARET MARY SCHOOL
School Access Pathways
LEGEND
Suggested Route
Traffic Signal
Crossing Guard
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ST. MARGARET MARY SCHOOL
• Walk predictably and always use paths and sidewalks when available. • Always cross in the crosswalk, making sure to walk, not run, across the street.
• Look left, right, front, and behind before crossing the street. Make sure to keep an eye out for cars turning or pulling out of driveways. • Remove headphones while walking, put away cell phones, and stay aware of your surroundings.

Let’s be street smart from the start! Read these safety tips below to make sure getting to school is safe and comfortable for everyone, no matter how you get there.

If you get to school by walking...

If your parent or caregiver drives you to school, ask them to...

If you get to school by biking or rolling...
• Follow school zone speed limits.
• Always stop at stop signs. Do not roll through, it’s the law! • Yield to people waiting to cross at marked crosswalks and street corners. • Avoid double-parking, stopping in crosswalks, and blocking driveways or teacher parking. • Keep their attention on the road and limit distractions. • Be courteous to others on the road, including people driving, biking, and walking. • Use extra caution when backing out of a driveway or parking spot. • Wear a helmet.
• Remove headphones, and put away cell phones so you can stay aware of your surroundings.
• Perform a quick ABC check before riding your bike: AIR (make sure your tires are inflated), BRAKES (ensure they work), and CHAIN (confirm it isn’t rusty).
• Check that your front and rear lights are working.
• Ride predictably on the right side of the road with traffic, using proper hand signals when turning and stopping fully at stop signs. Look left, right, and behind, and make eye contact with drivers at intersections.
• When riding in a group, stay in a single file line and avoid swerving in and out of parked cars. • Watch for cars turning or pulling out of driveways.

For more information on your school’s arrival
and dismissal practices, please visit:
http://www.smmsspartans.org/
School Traffic Safety Tips
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *401
These pathways are comfortable routes to walk to and from school. They are focused along streets that have shade where possible, have consistent sidewalks, and cross busy streets with crosswalks and traffic signals. These pathways extend about a half-mile from the schools, which is a 10-to-15 minute walk for most people.

ESHELMAN AVENUE

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
School Access Pathways
LEGEND
Suggested Route
Traffic Signal
Crossing Guard
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *402

ESHELMAN AVENUE ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
• Walk predictably and always use paths and sidewalks when available. • Always cross in the crosswalk, making sure to walk, not run, across the street.
• Look left, right, front, and behind before crossing the street. Make sure to keep an eye out for cars turning or pulling out of driveways. • Remove headphones while walking, put away cell phones, and stay aware of your surroundings.

Let’s be street smart from the start! Read these safety tips below to make sure getting to school is safe and comfortable for everyone, no matter how you get there.

If you get to school by walking...

If your parent or caregiver drives you to school, ask them to...

If you get to school by biking or rolling...
• Follow school zone speed limits.
• Always stop at stop signs. Do not roll through, it’s the law! • Yield to people waiting to cross at marked crosswalks and street corners. • Avoid double-parking, stopping in crosswalks, and blocking driveways or teacher parking. • Keep their attention on the road and limit distractions. • Be courteous to others on the road, including people driving, biking, and walking. • Use extra caution when backing out of a driveway or parking spot. • Wear a helmet.
• Remove headphones, and put away cell phones so you can stay aware of your surroundings.
• Perform a quick ABC check before riding your bike: AIR (make sure your tires are inflated), BRAKES (ensure they work), and CHAIN (confirm it isn’t rusty).
• Check that your front and rear lights are working.
• Ride predictably on the right side of the road with traffic, using proper hand signals when turning and stopping fully at stop signs. Look left, right, and behind, and make eye contact with drivers at intersections.
• When riding in a group, stay in a single file line and avoid swerving in and out of parked cars. • Watch for cars turning or pulling out of driveways.

For more information on your school’s arrival
and dismissal practices, please visit:
https://eshelmanavees.lausd.org/
School Traffic Safety Tips
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *403
Appendix B
Concept Designs
and Cost Opinions
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *404
8' 5' 10.5' 10.5' 8' 3' 5' 5' 8' 5' 10.5' 10.5' 8' 3' 5' 5' 20' 20' 15' 15' © 2025 Microsoft Corporation © 2025 Maxar ©CNES (2025) Distribution Airbus DS ©

ALEXANDER FLEMING
MIDDLE SCHOOL 8' 5' 10.5' 10.5' 8' 3' 5' 5' 8' 5' 10.5' 10.5' 8' 3' 5' 5' 8' 5' 11' 8' 10.5' 10.5' ~2' 5'

BUS STOP TO BE

RELOCATED OR OTHERWISE

ACCOMMODATED
THIS IS A PRELIMINARY CONCEPT. FIELD VERIFICATION, SITE CONDITION

ASSESSMENTS, ENGINEERING ANALYSIS AND DESIGN ARE NECESSARY PRIOR TO IMPLEMENTING ANY OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED HEREIN.

Exhibit #1
WALNUT ST FROM 257TH-254TH

LOMITA CITYWIDE SHOOL LOADING ZONE STUDY
10/28/2025 N MATCH CONT'D AT LINE BOTTOM LEFT MATCH CONT'D AT LINE TOP RIGHT BLAND PL

WALNUT ST WALNUT ST
WALNUT ST WALNUT ST 257TH ST 257TH ST 255TH ST 254TH ST 256TH ST 254TH ST Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *405
© 2025 Microsoft Corporation © 2025 Maxar ©CNES (2025) Distribution Airbus DS © 2025 TMAP MOBILITY Earthstar Geographics SIO 15' 12.5' 12.5'
15' 15' 12.5' 12.5'
11'

QUICK-BUILD CURB

EXTENSION

DRIVEWAY
ACCESS

DRIVEWAY
ACCESS

QUICK-BUILD CURB

EXTENSION
THIS IS A PRELIMINARY CONCEPT. FIELD VERIFICATION, SITE CONDITION

ASSESSMENTS, ENGINEERING ANALYSIS AND DESIGN ARE NECESSARY PRIOR TO IMPLEMENTING ANY OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED HEREIN.

Exhibit #2A

WALNUT ST/APPIAN WY

LOMITA CITYWIDE SHOOL LOADING ZONE STUDY
10/28/2025 WALNUT ST
N

APPIAN WY
259TH PL 259TH PL

APPIAN WY

QUICK-BUILD DESIGN
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *406
© 2025 Microsoft Corporation © 2025 Maxar ©CNES (2025) Distribution Airbus DS © 2025 TMAP MOBILITY Earthstar Geographics SIO 15' 12.5' 12.5'
15' 15' 12.5' 12.5'
DRAINAGE INFRASTRUCTURE 11'

MAY REQUIRE MODIFICATION/

RELOCATION

DRIVEWAY

DRIVEWAY
CURB
RAMP

CURB EXTENSION WITH

DIRECTIONAL RAMPS

CURB EXTENSION WITH

DIRECTIONAL RAMPS

LANDSCAPING
THIS IS A PRELIMINARY CONCEPT. FIELD VERIFICATION, SITE CONDITION

ASSESSMENTS, ENGINEERING ANALYSIS AND DESIGN ARE NECESSARY PRIOR TO IMPLEMENTING ANY OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED HEREIN.

Exhibit #2B

WALNUT ST/APPIAN WY

LOMITA CITYWIDE SHOOL LOADING ZONE STUDY
10/28/2025 WALNUT ST
N

APPIAN WY
259TH PL 259TH PL

APPIAN WY

LONG-TERM DESIGN
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© 2025 Microsoft Corporation © 2025 Maxar ©CNES (2025) Distribution Airbus DS © 2025 TMAP MOBILITY Earthstar Geographics SIO 1-3 PM 7-8:30AM 8' 5' 10' 12' 12' 5' 8'
8' 5' 10' 12' 12' 5' 8'
AHEAD
AHEAD 1-3 PM 7-8:30AM

ADD PEDESTRIAN HYBRID

BEACON TO

EXISTING/NEW POLES

LOMITA STEAM MAGNET

PEDESTRIAN

REFUGE ISLAND
THIS IS A PRELIMINARY CONCEPT. FIELD VERIFICATION, SITE CONDITION

ASSESSMENTS, ENGINEERING ANALYSIS AND DESIGN ARE NECESSARY PRIOR TO IMPLEMENTING ANY OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED HEREIN.

Exhibit #3
NARBONNE AVE/247TH ST

LOMITA CITYWIDE SHOOL LOADING ZONE STUDY
10/28/2025 NARBONNE AVE
N
247TH ST NARBONNE AVE
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© 2025 Microsoft Corporation © 2025 Maxar ©CNES (2025) Distribution Airbus DS © 2025 TMAP MOBILITY Earthstar Geographics SIO

LOMITA STEAM MAGNET
20' 5'
5'
30'

PROPOSED

CURB RAMPS
THIS IS A PRELIMINARY CONCEPT. FIELD VERIFICATION, SITE CONDITION

ASSESSMENTS, ENGINEERING ANALYSIS AND DESIGN ARE NECESSARY PRIOR TO IMPLEMENTING ANY OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED HEREIN.

Exhibit #4

MOON AVE/ALLEY

LOMITA CITYWIDE SHOOL LOADING ZONE STUDY
10/28/2025
N

ALLEY MOON AVE MOON AVE
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EXISTING SCE

UTILITY POLE

CURB EXTENSION
9' 4' 11' 11' 11' 14'
21'
13'
10'
5'
12'
23'
15' 11' 11' 23'
21'
13'
5'
10'
12'
23'

EXISTING

CATCH BASIN
7'

RELOCATE TORRANCE

TRANSIT STOP TO FAR SIDE

INSTALL LIMIT LINE AND

REMOVE/REINSTALL

PAVEMENT MARKINGS

INSTALL LIMIT LINE AND

REMOVE/REINSTALL

PAVEMENT MARKINGS

PROPOSED SIDEWALK

CULVERT TO EXISTING

CATCH BASIN
9'

PROPOSED DIRECTIONAL

CURB RAMPS
THIS IS A PRELIMINARY CONCEPT. FIELD VERIFICATION, SITE CONDITION

ASSESSMENTS, ENGINEERING ANALYSIS AND DESIGN ARE NECESSARY PRIOR TO IMPLEMENTING ANY OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED HEREIN.

Exhibit #5

NARBONNE AVE/LOMITA BLVD

LOMITA CITYWIDE SHOOL LOADING ZONE STUDY
12/03/2025 NARBONNE AVE
N

LOMITA BLVD NARBONNE AVE

LOMITA BLVD
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LOADING

PARKING
BUS
NO
ZONE

TEMPORARY VALET ZONE

TO BE ESTABLISHED BY

SCHOOL WITH CONES
5' 13' 13' 5' 8' 12' 23'

ADD RED CURB

ESHELMAN AVE

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
8' 5' 18' 14' 5' 8'

QUICK-BUILD CURB

EXTENSIONS
THIS IS A PRELIMINARY CONCEPT. FIELD VERIFICATION, SITE CONDITION

ASSESSMENTS, ENGINEERING ANALYSIS AND DESIGN ARE NECESSARY PRIOR TO IMPLEMENTING ANY OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED HEREIN.

Exhibit #6A
ESHELMAN AVE/259TH PL

LOMITA CITYWIDE SHOOL LOADING ZONE STUDY
10/28/2025 ESHELMAN AVE
N
259TH PL
259TH PL

QUICK-BUILD DESIGN
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LOADING

PARKING
BUS
NO
ZONE

TEMPORARY VALET ZONE

TO BE ESTABLISHED BY

SCHOOL WITH CONES
5' 13' 13' 5' 8' 12' 23'

ADD RED CURB

ESHELMAN AVE

ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
8' 5' 18' 14' 5' 8'

CURB EXTENSIONS WITH

DIRECTIONAL RAMPS
THIS IS A PRELIMINARY CONCEPT. FIELD VERIFICATION, SITE CONDITION

ASSESSMENTS, ENGINEERING ANALYSIS AND DESIGN ARE NECESSARY PRIOR TO IMPLEMENTING ANY OF THE RECOMMENDATIONS CONTAINED HEREIN.

Exhibit #6B
ESHELMAN AVE/259TH PL

LOMITA CITYWIDE SHOOL LOADING ZONE STUDY
10/28/2025 ESHELMAN AVE
N
259TH PL
259TH PL

LONG-TERM DESIGN
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Brief recommendation Recommendation description Near-term cost opinion
Long-term
cost opinion Assumptions
Lomita Blvd & Narbonne Ave $ 7,280.00 $ 106,000.00
Signal improvements
Add leading pedestrian intervals to all crosswalks and set signal to pedestrian recall during arrival/dismissal $ 3,100.00 Only includes labor cost Relocate bus stop Eastbound bus stop to east side of intersections $ 1,180.00 Quick-build curb extension Painted/flex posts curb extension at SW corner $ 3,000.00 1 corner Permanent curb extension
Concrete curb extension with ADA-compliant curb ramps
at SW corner including accessible sidewalk culvert and
drain. $ 106,000.00 1 corner
Narbonne Ave & 247th St $ 84,378.00 $ 21,906.73
Daylighting Red curb on NW corner $ - Appears to already be implemented Restrict left turns EB left turns during arrival/dismissal $ 1,482.00 Only signage Upgrade beacon
Upgrade existing flashing yellow beacon to RRFB or PHB, using existing mast arms $ 78,450.00
Based on detailed concept estimate. Treated as primarily near-term
Install signage Advance warning signage on Narbonne Ave $ 4,446.00 Based on detailed concept estimate Pedestrian refuge island Concrete $ 21,906.73 Based on detailed concept estimate Moon Ave & Alley N/O 247th St $ 31,002.00 $ 28,250.00
Crosswalk Install pedestrian sign and crosswalk south of alley $ 7,002.00 Based on detailed concept estimate. Includes quick-build curb extensions
Curb ramps Install curb ramps south of alley for crosswalk $ 24,000.00 $ 28,250.00 2 ramps. Price will only be slightly higher if curb ramps are built on new concrete curb extensions instead.

Moon Ave & 247th St $ 2,240.00 $ -
Crosswalk Upgrade existing crosswalks on 2 legs $ 2,240.00 Alley W/O Narbonne Ave $ 1,000.00 $ -
Install signage Alerting drivers to pedestrian traffic in alley $ 1,000.00 Alley N/O 247th St $ 1,000.00 $ -
Install signage Alerting drivers to pedestrian traffic in alley $ 1,000.00 254th St, Eshelman to Walnut $ 6,890.00 $ -
Loading zone
Establish loading zone/parking restrictions on south side of 254th St $ 6,890.00
630' of curb paint and some signs (order of magnitude
estimate)
Eshelman Ave & 255th St $ 9,000.00 $ 236,000.00
Curb ramps Upgrade SW & NW curb ramps $ 24,000.00 2 ramps Quick-build curb extension Painted/flex posts curb extension at NW corner/E side $ 6,000.00 2 extensions Permanent curb extension
Convert painted curb extension to concrete curb extension at NW corner/E side and upgrade curb ramps $ 212,000.00 2 extensions Flashing stop signs
Upgrade existing signs and consider relocating "STOP
AHEAD" sign $ 3,000.00 3 signs
Eshelman Ave & 254th St $ - $ 113,120.00
Upgrade crosswalk
Shift crosswalk to N leg, install RRFB, and install
pedestrian refuge island $ 113,120.00
Eshelman Ave & 257th St $ 1,120.00 $ -
Crosswalk Upgrade with yellow crosswalk $ 1,120.00 1 leg Eshelman Ave, 255th to 254th $ 3,900.00 $ -
Loading zone
Establish loading zone/parking restrictions on east side of Eshelman $ 3,900.00 300' of curb paint and some signs
Oak St & 255th St $ 4,480.00 $ -
Crosswalk Upgrade existing crosswalks on all legs $ 4,480.00 4 legs Walnut St & 254th St $ 180.00 $ -
Daylighting Add daylighting curb paint on all approaches $ 180.00 3 legs Walnut St, 254th to 257th $ 141,271.00 $ 859,347.00
Quick-build parking-protected
bike lane
Restriping Walnut as depicted to include a two-way cycle track $ 141,271.00 1000'
Permanent parking-protected
bike lane Upgrade separation with concrete curb and/or tree boxes $ 859,347.00 Assumes extension of curb face along entire block,
incorporating two-way raised cycle track and parking cutouts, and 6 other curb extensions total on east side and at 254th
Walnut St & Bland Pl $ 60,300.00 $ 146,217.22
Quick-build intersection
realignment
Realign intersection with flex posts and striping to "T" up crossing and improve visiblity $ 60,300.00
Based on detailed concept estimate. Includes curb
extension only
Permanent intersection
realignment
Construct permanent intersection with floating concrete curb extensions $ 146,217.22
Includes costs for Bland curb extension only; for other costs associated with Walnut see above
Walnut St N/O PCH $ - $ 25,200.00
Expand sidewalk Widen entire east side sidewalk by 4' to meet ADA $ 25,200.00 175' sidewalk at 4' Walnut St, 253rd St, & Ebony Ln $ 16,480.00 $ 424,000.00 Quick-build curb extensions Use striping and flex posts on all corners $ 12,000.00 4 corners Crosswalk Upgrade existing crosswalks on all legs $ 4,480.00 4 legs Permanent curb extensions
Make intersection changes permanent with concrete curb
extensions $ 424,000.00
This cost is for realigning the intersection; an alternative with a roundabout was previously considered.

Fleming MS-SMMS project area typical $ 660.00 $ -
Daylighting Add daylighting curb paint in school zone where missing $ 660.00 Based on streetview survey of all crossings within 1 block of school
Lomita STEAM Magnet School
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Brief recommendation Recommendation description Near-term cost opinion
Long-term
cost opinion Assumptions
Eshelman Ave & 259th St $ 24,382.00 $ 131,079.95
Quick-build curb extensions
Painted/flex posts curb extension at NE/SE corner,
crosswalk $ 24,382.00 Based on detailed concept estimate Permanent curb extensions
Make intersection changes permanent with concrete curb
extensions $ 131,079.95 Based on detailed concept estimate Eshelman Ave & 262nd St $ 8,600.00 $ 106,000.00
Quick-build traffic calming
Interim quick-build traffic calming treatments such as curb extension on NE corner or mini-traffic circle $ 3,000.00 1 corner Crosswalk Upgrade existing crosswalks on all legs $ 5,600.00 5 legs Permanent traffic calming Make intersection changes permanent with concrete $ 106,000.00 1 corner curb extension Eshelman Ave & PCH $ 84,000.00 $ 25,200.00
Protected left signals Add protected left phases with Caltrans approval $ 84,000.00 2 signal poles Expand sidewalk On west side of street to improve clearances/meet ADA $ 25,200.00 8' expansion for 150'.

Eshelman Ave, 262nd to PCH $ 31,500.00 $ -
Reduce lane widths
Reduce lane widths and use resultant width to add buffers to bike lanes $ 31,500.00
5 stripes at 1500' including green paint and pavement
markings
Eshelman Ave, N/O 259th Pl $ 2,495.00 $ -
Bus loading zone
Relocation of bus loading zone at NE corner of 259th Pl intersection with signage and paint $ 2,495.00 Based on detailed concept estimate 259th Pl, E/O Eshelman Ave $ - $ -
Valet zone
Prepare plans for valet zone to be set up by school staff with cones $ - Only requires school staff labor
Western Ave & 262nd St $ 1,000.00 $ -
Restrict left turns
Restrict peak hour NBL/SBL turns from Western Ave with
signage $ 1,000.00 Signage only
Western Ave & 263rd St $ 1,000.00 $ -
Restrict left turns
Restrict peak hour NBL/SBL turns from Western Ave with
signage $ 1,000.00 Signage only
259th Pl, Walnut St, & Appian Wy $ 50,035.00 $ 124,395.27 Quick-build intersection
realignment
Realign intersection with flex posts and striping to "T" up crossing and improve visiblity $ 50,035.00 Based on detailed concept estimate Permanent intersection
realignment
Make intersection changes permanent with concrete curb
extensions $ 124,395.27 Based on detailed concept estimate $ 574,193.00 $ 2,346,716.18
Overhead Costs $ 447,870.54 $ 1,830,438.62
$ 86,128.95 $ 352,007.43
Mobilization & demobilization (@10%) $ 57,419.30 $ 234,671.62 Traffic control (@10%) $ 57,419.30 $ 234,671.62
SWPPP (@5%) $ 28,709.65 $ 117,335.81
Project outreach (@10%) $ 57,419.30 $ 234,671.62
Construction survey and staking (@5%) $ 28,709.65 $ 117,335.81 $ 132,064.39 $ 539,744.72
$ 1,022,063.54 $ 4,177,154.79
Project Delivery Costs $ 408,825.42 $ 1,670,861.92
$ 102,206.35 $ 417,715.48
$ 153,309.53 $ 626,573.22
Right-of-Way Acquisitions, Utilities, and Drainage (@5%) $ 51,103.18 $ 208,857.74 Construction engineering (@10%) $ 102,206.35 $ 417,715.48 $ 1,430,888.96 $ 5,848,016.71
This opinion of probable construction cost was developed by identifying pay items and establishing quantities based on the current conceptual design plans. Overhead construction items have been assigned approximate lump sum prices based on a percentage of the anticipated construction cost. Unit costs are based on historical cost data from Caltrans and local municipalities within Los Angeles County. Direct link to unit cost sources can be provided upon request. This cost opinion approximates a lump sum cost for easement and right-of-way acquisition; permitting, inspection, or construction management. This cost opinion does not include escalation; or the cost for ongoing maintenance. This cost opinion is provided for the Client’s information, and is based on the design professional’s recent experience, adjusted for factors known at the time of preparation. TDG Engineering, Inc. has no control over the cost of labor and material, competitive bidding, or market conditions; and makes no warranties, expressed or implied, concerning the accuracy of the opinion as compared to actual bids or cost to the Client.

Construction management (@15% of construction items)

CONSTRUCTION ITEMS SUBTOTAL

TOTAL PROJECT COST
Project Approval and Environmental Document (PA&ED) (@10%) Plans, Specifications & Estimates (@15%)

TOTAL CONSTRUCTION COST
Contingency (@20% of construction items and CM)
Eshelman Avenue Elementary School
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Appendix C
Programming
Materials
Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *415
Programming
Materials
The following materials include flyers, graphics, and
instructions for programming materials associated with
the Safety Campaign and Walk to School Challenge.

The full set of materials are available in a .zip file folder, organized by sub-folders that denote the respective
program and month, at request. Spanish materials are
also available at request. Please reach out to
[email protected] for more information and
the .zip file folder of materials.

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Safety Education & Encouragement Campaign Content
City of Lomita

LOMITA SAFETY EDUCATION &

ENCOURAGEMENT CAMPAIGN
The Safety Education & Encouragement Campaign is a year-long series of monthly communications and classroom activities (flyers, newsletters, social media posts, and talking points) focused on safe driving, walking, and biking behaviors.

This document contains this month’s text materials. These should be used in combination with designed content located in this folder.

January: new year, new way of getting around
Theme: Tie safety to health, physical activity, and new routines Flyer
[Action: see folder for PDF]
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Safety Education & Encouragement Campaign Content
City of Lomita
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E-Newsletter and ClassDojo Sample Language
This month, our safety campaign is encouraging students to try a new way of getting to school, like walking or biking. It’s recommended that children get 60 minutes of physical activity daily, and walking or biking to school can help work towards that goal.

Walking or biking to school can also help set your child up for success when they get to school. Physical activity can contribute to better grades, and it helps to get some activity in before sitting in the classroom most of the day!
To kick-off the new year, help your child set a goal for walking or biking to school – and consider joining them for the walk or ride!
[Action: attach flyer]
Talking points for Coffee with the Principal or Assembly  This month, our safety campaign is encouraging students to try a new way of getting to school, like walking or biking. It’s recommended that children get 60 minutes of physical activity daily, and walking or biking to school can help work towards that goal.
 Walking or biking to school can also help set your child up for success when they get to school. Physical activity can contribute to better grades, and it helps to get some activity in before sitting in the classroom most of the day!  Questions to ask parents as conversation starters:
− Do you do new year’s resolutions as a family? Are there any healthy, active habits you’d like your kid to try this year?
− Are there any barriers to walking/rolling or biking to school? The new year can be a great time for building a new routine or habit.

Classroom materials (videos, lesson plans, etc.)
Classroom Activity Idea: New Years Resolutions
 Ask students to write one resolution related to how they get to/from school, such as “I want to walk to school once a week.”
 Students can also write other resolutions, either related to getting 60 minutes of physical activity (such as: “I want to play tennis with my brother after school on Wednesdays.”), or other fun resolutions!
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 Encourage students to check out the City’s recreational programs available on the City website and the City newsletter.

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IT’S A NEW YEAR
 TRY A NEW

WAY OF GETTING
TO SCHOOL!
Did you know that kids should aim for 60 minutes of physical activity daily?
Walking, biking, and rolling to school helps work toward this goal! STUDENTS:
• Boost your grades by walking,
biking, or rolling to school, along
with other daily physical activity.
• Establish healthy active habits to
kick-off the new year and continue
them throughout the year.

PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS:
• Help and encourage your child to walk
to school as often as possible.
• Physical activity can contribute to
better grades for your child. Walking,
biking, and rolling to school helps kids
work toward the recommended 60
minutes of physical activity per year.

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Safety Education & Encouragement Campaign Content
City of Lomita

LOMITA SAFETY EDUCATION &

ENCOURAGEMENT CAMPAIGN
The Safety Education & Encouragement Campaign is a year-long series of monthly communications and classroom activities (flyers, newsletters, social media posts, and talking points) focused on safe driving, walking, and biking behaviors.

This document contains this month’s text materials. These should be used in combination with designed content located in this folder.

February: Share The Love, Be A Safety Role
Model
Theme: Promote role modeling and peer-to-peer encouragement Flyer
[Action: see folder for PDF]
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Safety Education & Encouragement Campaign Content
City of Lomita
E-Newsletter and ClassDojo Sample Language
This month and always, share the love by being a safety role model! Show others that you care by modeling and encouraging safe behavior while you travel to and from school. Check out the flyer [attached/linked] for tips for both students and parents or caregivers on being a safety role model. It’s our shared responsibility to take care of each other as we travel to and from school, and everywhere else!
[Action: attach flyer]
Classroom materials (videos, lesson plans, etc.)
Classroom Activity Idea: Valentines and Safety Role Models  Hand out pre-cut hearts or pieces of paper for students to write how they can be safety role models for their peers and community, such as “walk with my neighbor to school and look out for each other.”
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SHARE THE LOVE,

BE A SAFETY
ROLE MODEL!
Show others that you care by modeling
and encouraging safe behavior while you
travel to and from school.

STUDENTS:
• Be a safety leader for your friends by
crossing carefully at corners and crosswalks.

Always walk or roll on the sidewalk and use
crosswalks when available.
• Wear bright clothing and lights, or something
reflective on your jacket or backpack.
• Set a good example for your classmates by
finding walking buddies in your neighborhood.

Encourage each other to walk to school as often
as possible. It’s more fun and safer that way!
PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS:
• Practice walking to school with your child
to reinforce safe walking behavior.
• Help your child find neighborhood walking
buddies, and volunteer to walk with the children
when you can.
• When driving, remember to slow down in school
zones to make it safer for students to cross the street.

Always put away distractions and be
extra careful in school zones.

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March: It’s Not Luck, Street Elements help Keep
Us Safe!
Theme: Focus on infrastructure that makes walking safer, featuring a walk bingo board to show students different types of safety features on their streets Flyer – Walking Bingo
[Action: see folder for PDF]
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It’s not luck that keeps us safe while walking and rolling! We all have a responsibility to take care of each other while traveling to and from school, and anywhere else. This month, we are focusing on the street elements, like crosswalks and signs, that help keep us safe! �� [Action: see folder for image – post with caption]
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Can you find these
street and safety items
on your walk today?

WALKING
BINGO!
It’s not luck—these street elements
help keep us safe!
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We all have a responsibility to take care of
each other while traveling to and from school, and
anywhere else. This month, we are focusing on
the street elements, like crosswalks and signs, that
help keep us safe!
IT’S NOT LUCK THAT

KEEPS US SAFE WHILE
WALKING & ROLLING!
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This document contains this month’s text materials. These should be used in combination with designed content located in this folder.

April: Celebrate Earth Day By Walking or
Biking to School!
Theme: Connect active travel to environmental sustainability Flyer
[Action: see folder for PDF]
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E-Newsletter and ClassDojo Sample Language
Wednesday, April 22 is Earth Day!
Did you know? In the United States and in California, transportation is the largest source of greenhouse gases, which cause climate change. YOU can take action to help make the world cleaner, healthier, and safer.

Celebrate this month by walking or biking to school as many days as you can in April and keep the habit going year-round to make an even bigger impact! On Earth Day, consider walking or rolling to school with your student and other families. [Action: attach flyer]
Social Media Post
Celebrate Earth Day on Wednesday, April 22 by walking, rolling, or biking to school! In the United States and in California, transportation is the largest source of greenhouse gases, which cause climate change. YOU can take action to help make the world cleaner, healthier, and safer by choosing active ways to get to and from school. [Action: see folder for image – post with caption]
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Choosing to walk, roll, or bike to
school is good for you and good for the planet.

Did you know? In the United States
and in California, transportation is the
largest source of greenhouse gases, which
cause climate change. YOU can take
action to help make the
world cleaner, healthier,
and safer.

CELEBRATE
EARTH DAY!
STUDENTS:
• Celebrate Earth Day on Wednesday, April
22 by organizing a springtime Walk to
School Day with your friends!
• Walk or bike to school as many days as you
can in April to celebrate Earth Day all month
long, and keep the habit going year-round
to make an even bigger impact!
PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS:
• Commit to driving less to leave a healthier
world for your child.
• Switch your daily trips from driving alone
to walking, biking, or taking transit.
• Organize a school carpool with other
families.

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In the United States and in California,
transportation is the largest source of greenhouse
gases, which cause climate change.

YOU can take action to help make the
world cleaner, healthier, and safer by
choosing active ways to get to
and from school.

On Wednesday, April 22
walk, roll, or bike to school!

CELEBRATE
EARTH DAY!
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May: Bike Safety Checklist
Theme: Teach foundational bike safety and prepare for summer riding Flyer
[Action: see folder for PDF]
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E-Newsletter
May is national bike month! Gearing up for a summer of bike riding? Here are some tips to start your bike ride safer.

Do an ABC Quick Check!
A is for air: check your tires to make sure they feel full of air, are spinning, and are not worn out.

B is for brakes: check that your brakes are working so you can stop your bike when you need to! Lift one tire up at a time and spin it while squeezing the hand brakes to see if the tire stops, which means your brakes work.

C is for Cranks, Chain, and Cogs: wiggle the crank arms to make sure there is no movement. Spin the pedals and cranks to see if the chain drives the back wheel. Look to see if your chain looks clean. If your bike has gears, check to make sure the gears are working.

And don’t forget your helmet!
Make sure your helmet fits properly with these tips:
 Make sure your helmet has no cracks or damages
 When the helmet is on your head, even when not buckled, it should not move very much when you shake your head “yes” or “no.”
 The widest part of the helmet should be on the back of your head and not tilt forward or backwards
 Follow the two-v-one rule!
− Only two fingers should fit between your eyebrows and the bottom of the helmet.
− The side straps should form a V shape below your ears. − Only one finger should fit between your chin and the strap. [Action: attach flyer]
Social Media Post
May is national bike month! Gearing up for a summer of bike riding? Do an ABC Quick Check and don’t forget your helmet!
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[Action: see folder for image – post with caption]
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GEARING UP FOR

A SUMMER OF BIKE
RIDING?
May is national bike month!
Do an ABC
Quick Check!
A IS FOR AIR: Check your tires to make sure
they feel full of air, are spinning, and are not
worn out.

B IS FOR BRAKES: Check that your brakes
are working so you can stop your bike when
you need to! Lift one tire up at a time and spin it
while squeezing the hand brakes to see if the
tire stops, which means your brakes work.

C IS FOR CRANKS, CHAIN, AND COGS:

Wiggle the crank arms to make sure there is no
movement. Spin the pedals and cranks to see if
the chain drives the back wheel. Look to see if
your chain looks clean. If your bike has gears,
check to make sure the gears are working.

And don’t forget your helmet!

MAKE SURE YOUR HELMET FITS PROPERLY
WITH THESE TIPS:
• Make sure your helmet has no cracks or
damages
• When the helmet is on your head, even when
not buckled, it should not move very much
when you shake your head “yes” or “no.”
• The widest part of the helmet should be on the
back of your head and not tilt forward or
backwards
FOLLOW THE TWO˜V˜ONE RULE!
• Only two fingers should fit between your
eyebrows and the bottom of the helmet.
• The side straps should form a V shape
below your ears.
• Only one finger should fit between your
chin and the strap.

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Do an ABC
Quick Check!
A IS FOR AIR: Check your tires to make sure
they feel full of air, are spinning, and are not
worn out.

B IS FOR BRAKES: Check that your brakes
are working so you can stop your bike when
you need to! Lift one tire up at a time and spin it
while squeezing the hand brakes to see if the
tire stops, which means your brakes work.

C IS FOR CRANKS, CHAIN, AND COGS:

Wiggle the crank arms to make sure there is no
movement. Spin the pedals and cranks to see if
the chain drives the back wheel. Look to see if
your chain looks clean. If your bike has gears,
check to make sure the gears are working.

And don’t forget your helmet!

MAKE SURE YOUR HELMET FITS PROPERLY
WITH THESE TIPS:
• Make sure your helmet has no cracks or
damages
• When the helmet is on your head, even when
not buckled, it should not move very much when
you shake your head “yes” or “no.”
• The widest part of the helmet should be on the
back of your head and not tilt forward or
backwards
FOLLOW THE TWO˜V˜ONE RULE!
• Only two fingers should fit between your
eyebrows and the bottom of the helmet.
• The side straps should form a V shape
below your ears.
• Only one finger should fit between your
chin and the strap.

GEARING UP FOR

A SUMMER OF BIKE
RIDING?
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The Safety Education & Encouragement Campaign is a year-long series of monthly communications and classroom activities (flyers, newsletters, social media posts, and talking points) focused on safe driving, walking, and biking behaviors.

This document contains this month’s text materials. These should be used in combination with designed content located in this folder.

June & July: Have a Fun and Safe Summer!
Theme: Continue to promote street safety throughout the summer months Social Media Posts
Safe Summer Adventures
School may be out, but safe habits are always in!
Whether your kids are walking, rolling, riding, or scooting around town, remind them to stay alert and aware.
 Cross at crosswalks
 Stop at the curb and look left–right–left
 Put phones away when walking
 Ride bikes and scooters on the right side of the road Let’s kick off a safe and fun summer in Lomita!
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Lomita Summer Safety Challenge
Challenge your family to travel safely this summer!
Try to:
 Walk to a nearby park once a week
 Bike together as a family
 Spot safety features like crosswalks, signals, or signs  Talk about safe choices during your walks and rides
Share your summer safety moments and tag the City of Lomita! Keep the Good Vibes Rolling!
School’s out and let’s keep the good vibes rolling!
Whether your kids are walking, biking, or scooting around Lomita, help keep summer fun by keeping safety in the mix:
 Stay aware of your surroundings
 Cross at crosswalks
 Wear helmets when riding
 Slow down near parks and play areas
A great summer starts with safe choices – let’s keep them rolling all summer long! Stay Bright All Summer!
Long days mean more time out and about! When walking or biking in the early morning or evening:
 Wear bright or reflective clothing
 Carry a small light or attach one to your bag
 Make sure drivers can see you
Be seen, be safe - all summer long!
Be a Summer Safety Role Model
Our kids learn by watching us. This summer, show them what safe travel looks like:
 Stop fully at stop signs
 Make eye contact with people walking
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 Slow down around parks and playgrounds
 Model undistracted walking and driving
Let’s share the love and keep each other safe.

School Zones Are Coming Back!
Summer is almost over — which means school zones will be busy again soon.

As we get ready for the new year, now is the perfect time to refresh safe habits:
 Drive under 25 mph in school areas
 Stop fully at stop signs — rolling isn’t enough
 Yield to pedestrians at crosswalks and corners
 Teach your student to cross with care
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When walking,
rolling, or riding in
school zones,
remember to:
• Always cross in the
crosswalk
• Look left, right, front,
and behind before
crossing the street
• Wait for all traffic to stop,
including turning or parking
vehicles, before
crossing the street
Welcome back to school!
Practice school zone safety as part
of your back-to-school preparations.

Together we can have a safe and
fun school year!
LET’S BE

STREET SMART

FROM THE START
When driving in school
zones, remember to:
• Keep speeds below 25 mph
• Always stop at stop signs.

Do not roll through, it’s
the law!
• Yield to people waiting
to cross at marked
crosswalks and street
corners
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This document contains this month’s text materials. These should be used in combination with designed content located in this folder.

August: Be Street Smart From the Start
Theme: Reinforce safe school-zone travel behaviors at start of school year Flyer
[Action: see folder for PDF]
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E-Newsletter and ClassDojo Sample Language
As part of your back-to-school preparations, please consider practicing school zone safety with your student and family. Traveling in school neighborhoods can be stressful, and it’s important that we all take extra care to make sure it’s safe for our students and our community.

Here is a flyer with important reminders when traveling in a school zone, while walking, rolling, riding, or driving. Together we can have a safe and fun school year! [Action: attach flyer]
Social Media Post
As we welcome students back to school, we’d like to remind everyone about safe school zone practices. Traveling in school neighborhoods can be stressful, and it’s important that we all take extra care to make sure it’s safe for our students and our community.

When walking, rolling, or riding in school zones, remember to:
 Always cross in the crosswalk
 Look left, right, front, and behind before crossing the street  Wait for all traffic to stop, including turning or parking vehicles, before crossing the street
When driving in school zones, remember to:
 Keep speeds below 25 mph
 Always stop at stop signs. Do not roll through, it’s the law!  Yield to people waiting to cross at marked crosswalks and street corners [Action: see folder for image – post with caption]
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As we welcome students
back to school, we’d like
to remind everyone about
safe school zone practices.

Traveling in school
neighborhoods can be
stressful, and it’s
important that we all take
extra care to make sure
it’s safe for our students
and our community.

Welcome back to school!
LET’S BE

STREET SMART
FROM

THE START

WHEN WALKING, ROLLING, OR RIDING
IN SCHOOL ZONES, REMEMBER TO:
• Always cross in the crosswalk
• Look left, right, front, and behind
before crossing the street
• Wait for all traffic to stop, including
turning or parking vehicles, before
crossing the street

WHEN DRIVING IN SCHOOL ZONES,
REMEMBER TO:
• Keep speeds below 25 mph
• Always stop at stop signs. Do not
roll through, it’s the law!
• Yield to people waiting to cross at
marked crosswalks and street
corners
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LET’S GET

READY TO WALK
TO SCHOOL!
Here are
some safety tips to
keep in mind when
you’re walking to and
from school, and
anywhere
else.

BE VISIBLE
Wear bright colors
so you can easily be
seen by others.

BE A CAREFUL

CROSSER
Use designated crossing
locations. Always stop at the
curb edge; look left, right,
and then left again, then look
over your shoulder for cars
preparing to turn. When it is
clear, walk cautiously and
deliberately.

BE ALERT
When you’re walking,
don’t wear headphones or
look at your phone — stay
aware of your surroundings!
Be extra alert for cars that
may be turning or
backing up.

BE PREDICTABLE
Walk single file
and stay on the
sidewalk.

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This document contains this month’s text materials. These should be used in combination with designed content located in this folder.

September: Safe Walking Tips
Theme: Build safe walking habits and promote walking as a safe option Flyer
[Action: see folder for PDF]
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E-Newsletter and ClassDojo Sample Language
To kick-off our safety and educational campaign for the school year, this month we are focusing on tips for safe walking!
Walking is a great way to get to and from school, but it’s important to remember that safety comes first. Here are some safety tips to keep in mind when you’re walking to and from school, and anywhere else:

1. Be Visible: Wear bright colors so you can easily be seen by others.

2. Be Predictable: Walk single file and stay on the sidewalk.

3. Be Alert: When you’re walking, don’t wear headphones or look at your phone to stay aware of your surroundings. Be extra alert for cars that may be turning or backing up.

4. Be a Careful Crosser: Use designated crossing locations. Always stop at the curb edge; look left, right, and then left again, then look over your shoulder for cars preparing to turn. When it is clear, walk cautiously and deliberately.

5. Be a Buddy: Walk with friends, classmates, or neighbors – it’s more fun to walk in groups!
Use these tips as a starting point for talking to your student(s) about being a safe, responsible pedestrian and help them by role modeling safe behaviors when you walk or roll together. We are focusing on safe walking at school because it is an important lifelong skill that our students will use every day.

Get your walking shoes on! Celebrate Walk and Roll to School Day in Lomita on Wednesday, October 7 by walking to school – it’s that easy! For more information, contact [email protected] or [email protected]. [Action: attach flyer]
Talking points for Coffee with the Principal or Assembly  Teaching our students how to be a safe, responsible pedestrian is an important lifelong skill that they will use every day, which is why we are focusing on safe walking skills at school.
 Adults can help their children by role modeling safe walking behaviors, such as walking without distractions like phones, making eye contact with drivers before crossing the street, and using traffic signals or crosswalks where possible. Adults can also practice safe driving behaviors and give pedestrians the right of way.  Remind people about upcoming Walk and Roll to School Day Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *447
Can you find
these street and
safety items on
your walk today?
WALKTOBER!
Walk-to-School Sidewalk Bingo
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This document contains this month’s text materials. These should be used in combination with designed content located in this folder.

October: Walktober
Theme: Focus on street elements that makes walking safer, featuring a walk bingo board to show students different types of safety features on their streets Flyer – Walking Bingo
[Action: see folder for PDF]
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 Questions/conversation starters with parents and caregivers:
− Walk and Roll to School Day is coming up, will you be participating? o If the answer is no, help them workshop what might work for them to join.

For example, if the reason they are not participating is because they live too far away from the school, encourage them to drive closer and walk the rest of the way so their student can still be a part of the fun. − Have you seen the walking bingo board we sent home with your child? Have you had the chance to go on a walk around the neighborhood yet to fill it out?  Walk and Roll to School Day is a nationwide event to promote safer and more walkable routes to school, while building community and school spirit by encouraging families to choose walking as a way to get to school more often.

Students and families can participate by walking to school, with special activities planned to celebrate the fun of walking!
E-Newsletter and ClassDojo Sample Language
Remember to JOIN US for Walk and Roll to School Day on Wednesday, October 7 th
.
[attach graphic for Walk and Roll to School Day]
This month, we are discussing street elements that make it safer for people to walk. Students received a Walk to School Sidewalk Bingo board in class today/this week to fill out when walking with their family to school. The bingo board invites students to mark when they spot a street and safety items on their way to or from school.

Need another copy of the bingo board? You can download it here [link flyer/bingo board]. [Action: attach flyers]
Talking points for Coffee with the Principal or Assembly Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *450

WHEN WALKING
Wear brightly colored clothes, walk in
groups, and carry a light or something
reflective on your backpack or jacket to
help others see you.

WHEN DRIVING
Slow down during the long hours
of darkness in the fall and winter to
avoid causing a crash.

BE SEEN

BE SAFE
When you set your clocks back this fall, remember to be extra cautious on the streets and sidewalks! From now until March, the sun will be out for shorter periods of time, so stay bright when it’s dark out! Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *451
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This document contains this month’s text materials. These should be used in combination with designed content located in this folder.

November: Be Seen, Be Safe
Theme: Address seasonal risk of reduced visibility during fall/winter Flyer
[Action: see folder for PDF]
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E-Newsletter and ClassDojo Sample Language
With daylight savings around the corner, it’s important to take extra caution when walking and driving during the longer, darker hours to make sure everyone is safe. Below are some tips for staying safe in the fall and winter.

Be Seen, Be Safe
When you set your clocks back this fall, remember to be extra cautious on the streets and sidewalks! From now until March, the sun will be out for shorter periods of time, so stay bright when it’s dark out!
When walking:

Wear brightly colored clothes, walk in groups, and carry a light or something reflective on your backpack or jacket to help others see you.

When driving:

Slow down and use extra precautions when visibility is reduced due to darkness or weather to avoid causing a crash.
[Action: attach flyer]
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Show your appreciation
to the crossing guards,
parents, school staff, bus
drivers, and students
who work together to
help make streets safe.

BE THANKFUL

FOR SAFETY

CHAMPIONS

WHEN WALKING,

RIDING,
OR ROLLING:

Watch out for each
other’s safety as you go
to and from school and
remind your friends how
to cross streets safely.

Thank your safety
champions when you
pass them by!
WHEN DRIVING:

Remember to slow
down and use extra
patience in school zones.

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December: Gifts of Gratitude for those who
keep us safe
Theme: Encourage community appreciation and reinforce taking care of one another Flyer
[Action: see folder for PDF]
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E-Newsletter and ClassDojo Sample Language (Can also
be used for Social Media Post)
This holiday season, we are extra thankful for the people who help keep our community safe while traveling – our safety champions! We encourage our students and families to show their appreciation to the crossing guards, school staff, bus drivers – along with the parents and students – who all work together to help make our streets safer.

Let’s take care of each other and watch out for each other while walking, riding, or rolling to and from schools. When we’re driving, remember to slow down and use extra patience in school zones. And thank your safety champions when you pass them by! [Action: attach flyer]
Classroom materials
Classroom Activity Idea: Letter of Gratitude for a Safety Champion  Ask students to write and decorate a brief letter of gratitude to a safety champion in their neighborhood or at their school, such as the crossing guard, school staff, or a family member who walks with them.

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1 WALK TO SCHOOL DAY

MATERIALS
FLYER
[See folder]
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POSTER
[See folder]

SOCIAL MEDIA POSTS
Social media caption ideas:
 Walking to school is a great way to start the school day. Celebrate Walk and Roll to School Day in Lomita on Wednesday, October 7 by walking to school – it’s that easy! This event kickstarts a year of walking and rolling, and your participation will help improve safety for students walking to school.

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 Wednesday, October 7 is Walk and Roll to School Day! This nationwide event kickstarts a year of walking and rolling, promotes safer and more walkable routes to school, and builds community and school spirit by encouraging families to choose walking as a way to get to school more often. Students and families can participate by walking to school, with special activities planned to celebrate the fun of walking! Your participation will help improve safety for students walking to school.  Wednesday, October 7 is Walk and Roll to School Day! This nationwide event kickstarts a year of walking and rolling, and students and families can celebrate by simply walking to school. Live too far away from your school? You can still join in on the fun by driving within walking distance and then walking the rest of the way! Your participation will help improve safety for students walking to school.

E-NEWSLETTER AND CLASSDOJO

SAMPLE LANGUAGE
Wednesday, October 7 is Walk and Roll to School Day! This nationwide event kickstarts a year of walking and rolling, promotes safer and more walkable routes to school, and builds community and school spirit by encouraging families to choose walking as a way to get to school more often. Students and families can participate by walking to school, with special activities planned to celebrate the fun of walking!
Here are the details:
 [list any logistics, such as designated parking and meeting points for people further from school, events or celebrations, etc.]
FAQ
[See folder]

1. How do I join?
Students and families can participate by simply walking to school. You can choose to walk with other families or students to celebrate the fun of walking together!

2. What if I live too far away from school to walk?
Everyone is welcome to join in on the fun. For families who live too far to walk to school, they are encouraged to drive closer to school and walk or roll the rest of the journey.

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3. Can kids ride bikes, scooters, or skateboards instead of walking? Yes! Students can “roll” to school using bikes, scooters, or skateboards. Helmets are strongly encouraged, and students should follow all school and safety rules when riding.

4. Do parents have to walk with their children?
Parents and caregivers are welcome to join, but it isn’t required. Families should consider the age of their students and may choose the option that works best for them. Some schools or parents may organize supervised group walking options.

5. What happens if it rains or the weather is bad?
Walk and Roll to School Day will continue rain or shine unless your school announces otherwise. If conditions are unsafe, schools will share alternate plans or rescheduling information.

6. Does my walk count if we only walk part of the way?
Absolutely! Walking even part of the way still counts toward participation and toward your walking log for the month.

7. Do we need to sign up in advance?
No sign-up is necessary unless noted by your school. Just join by walking, rolling, or walking part of the way on the day of the event!

8. Are there prizes for walking to school?
If you walk to school [x] times during the month of October and log it on the activity sheet you got from your teacher, you can earn a pizza/ice cream party! Color a space on your walking log every time you walk to school.

9. How can I learn more about walking in Lomita?
The City of Lomita is always working to improve safety for students walking or biking to school. For more information, contact [email protected] or [email protected].

10. I still have questions! Who can I contact?
You can reach out to the City at [email protected] or [email protected], or reach out to your school directly! Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *460
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2 1 MONTH GAMIFICATION

CAMPAIGN MATERIALS

COPY AND LANGUAGE FOR CHALLENGE
How many times do you think you can walk to school this October? To celebrate Walk to School Month, we are hosting a fun challenge to help you get moving!

TIMELINE FOR CHALLENGE
 Promotion:
− Start promoting the campaign and Walk to School Month 3-4 weeks before it starts, so families know it’s coming and can prepare
− More dedicated promotion (posters, social media posts, another email to parents, etc.) the week before the challenge begins
− Send weekly messages to families during the challenge to remind them that it’s happening and any other offerings happening during the challenge − Advertise heavily at Walk and Roll to School Day – as the kick-off event  Challenge timeline:
− Can start it with Walk and Roll to School Day, or start at the beginning of the month and have Walk and Roll to School Day as another point where students can join in
− Challenge duration: month of October
 Challenge parameters:
− Could have different levels of completing the challenge o Determine a certain amount of days students have to walk to school to complete the challenge and earn the prize
• 15 days for Middle School
• 10 days for Elementary School
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SIGN-UP STRATEGY AND GOAL SETTING

ACTIVITY
An activity sheet will be provided to encourage students to participate in the campaign. The activity sheet will have icons that can be colored every time a student walks or rolls to school.

Reference image is below for what the activity sheet could potentially look like. The activity sheets can be distributed on Walk and Roll to School Day, and students can color in an icon for walking that day.

CLASSROOM/SCHOOL-WIDE MATERIALS
For reinforcing challenge – posters, flyers, emails
Poster Language
Win a Pizza/Ice Cream Party!
Walk to school [X] times during the month of October and earn a celebratory pizza/ice cream party!
To celebrate Walk to School Month, fill out a walking log every time you walk to school and turn it in to your teacher by the end of the month.

Flyer Language
October is Walk to School Month!
Win a pizza or ice cream party if you walk to school [x] times this month! How do I participate? To celebrate Walk to School Month, fill out a walking log, which you can get from your teacher, every time you walk to school. Color in a space every time you walk to school. Turn in your sheet to your teacher by the end of the month. If you walk [x] times in October, you will get a pizza/ice cream party! Nelson\Nygaard Consulting Associates | 6
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Email Language
October is Walk to School Month! Walk to School Month is all about advocating for safer and more walkable routes to school, while building community and inspiring families to opt for walking or rolling as a form of transportation more often. We’re celebrating with a fun challenge to encourage students and families to walk to school.

Students can track every time they walk to school by filling out a walking log, which they can get from their teacher, every time they walk to school. Students should color in a space every time they walk to school. They can turn in their sheet to their teacher by the end of the month of October. If your student walks [x] times in October, they will win a pizza/ice cream party!
Questions? Contact [email protected] or [email protected] for more information.

RECOGNITION
For participation in the challenge, students can earn a small prize. For completing the challenge, students can earn a pizza or ice cream party at a later determined date to celebrate. Option to recognize students that finish the challenge / top walkers at City Council Meeting.

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WHAT IS WALK AND ROLL
TO SCHOOL DAY?
Walk and Roll to School Day is a
nationwide event to promote safer
and more walkable routes to school,
while building community and
school spirit by encouraging families
to choose walking as a way to get
to and from school more often.

This event kickstarts a year of
walking and rolling!
HOW DO I JOIN?
Students and families can participate by
walking to school, with special activities
planned to celebrate the fun of walking!
For more information, contact
[email protected] or
[email protected].

Wednesday, October 7, 2026

WALK AND

ROLL TO

SCHOOL DAY
LET’S GET WALKING!
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Wednesday, October 7, 2026

WALK AND ROLL TO
SCHOOL DAY!
Students and
families can
celebrate by
simply walking
to school!
Live too far away from your
school? You can still join in on the
fun by driving within walking
distance and then walking the rest
of the way!
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Frequently Asked Questions 1

FREQUENTLY ASKED

QUESTIONS
Walk and Roll to School Day is a nationwide event to
promote safer and more walkable routes to school, while building community and school spirit by encouraging
families to choose walking as a way to get to and from
school more often. This event kickstarts a year of walking and rolling!
Here are answers to a couple of commonly asked questions.

1. How do I join?
Students and families can participate by simply walking to school.

You can choose to walk with other families or students to celebrate the fun of walking together!

2. What if I live too far away from school to walk?
Everyone is welcome to join in on the fun. For families who live too far to walk to school, they are encouraged to drive closer to school and walk or roll the rest of the journey.

3. Can kids ride bikes, scooters, or skateboards instead of walking? Yes! Students can “roll” to school using bikes, scooters, or skateboards. Helmets are strongly encouraged, and students should follow all school and safety rules when riding.

4. Do parents have to walk with their children?
Parents and caregivers are welcome to join, but it isn’t required.

Families should consider the age of their students and may choose the option that works best for them. Some schools or parents may organize supervised group walking options.

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Frequently Asked Questions 2

5. What happens if it rains or the weather is bad?
Walk and Roll to School Day will continue rain or shine unless your school announces otherwise. If conditions are unsafe, schools will share alternate plans or rescheduling information.

6. Does my walk count if we only walk part of the way?
Absolutely! Walking even part of the way still counts toward participation and toward your walking log for the month.

7. Do we need to sign up in advance?
No sign-up is necessary unless noted by your school. Just join by walking, rolling, or walking part of the way on the day of the event!

8. Are there prizes for walking to school?
If you walk to school [x] times during the month of October and log it on the activity sheet you got from your teacher, you can earn a pizza/ice cream party! Color a space on your walking log every time you walk to school.

9. How can I learn more about walking in Lomita?
The City of Lomita is always working to improve safety for students walking or biking to school. For more information, contact [email protected] or [email protected].

10. I still have questions! Who can I contact?
You can reach out to the City at [email protected] or [email protected], or reach out to your school directly! Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *467
Color 1 owl for every day that you walk to school this month Name

WALK AND ROLL TO SCHOOL

MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY
Parent
Signature
Date
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WALK AND

ROLL TO

SCHOOL DAY
Wednesday, October 7, 2026
Get your walking
shoes on — Walk and
Roll to School Day is
here! Join your fellow
classmates and
families to celebrate
the day by walking to
school. This event
kickstarts a year of
walking and rolling!
For more information, contact
[email protected] or
[email protected].

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HOW DO I PARTICIPATE?
To celebrate Walk to School Month, fill out a walking log, which you can get from your teacher, every time you walk to school. Color in a space every time you walk to school.

Turn in your sheet to your teacher by the end of the month.

If you walk [x] times in October, you will get a pizza/ice cream party! Win a pizza or ice cream party if you walk
to school [x] times this month!

OCTOBER IS

WALK TO SCHOOL
MONTH!
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To celebrate Walk to School Month, fill out a
walking log every time you walk to school and turn it in to your teacher by the end of the month.

Walk to school [X] times during
the month of October and earn a celebratory
pizza/ice cream party!

WIN A PIZZA &

ICE CREAM
PARTY!
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1 TO: City Council
FROM: Andrew Vialpando, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Emma Kelley, Parks and Recreation Director MEETING DATE: December 16, 2025
SUBJECT: City of Lomita Special Events 2026

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Approve the City of Lomita Special Events 2026 schedule; and permit the consumption of alcohol on City-owned properties for two organized City events in accordance with Lomita Municipal Code (LMC) Section 4-3.10.

BACKGROUND
The City of Lomita is excited to provide the Lomita community with a wide range of exciting events for the 2026 season, including the beloved Founders Day Celebration scheduled for the weekend of June 27. In all, staff is proposing 14 fun-filled events for the 2026 season.

DISCUSSION
The following table depicts the proposed events, dates, and times for consideration and approval by the City Council. If approved, staff will promote these events using our various communications mediums including the City’s website, e-news and quarterly newsletter, Water Bill Inserts, Street Banner, Posters, and Social Media Platforms.

Date Event & Location Time
FY 25/26
April 4th *Eggstravaganza, Lomita Railroad
Museum
9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.

May 25th Memorial Day, Veterans Park 9:00 a.m.

June 8th Mayor’s Golf Tournament, Rio Hondo
Golf Course
1:00 p.m.

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2 June 12th Night at the Railroad Museum, Lomita
Railroad Museum
5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

June 27th – 28th Founders Day, Downtown Lomita 10:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.

FY 26/27
July 10th Summer Concert #1, City Hall Front
Lawn
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

July 18th Movie Under the Star #1, City Hall
Front Lawn
8:30 p.m.

August 4th *National Night Out/Concert/Car Show 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

August 15th Movie Under the Star #2, City Hall
Front Lawn
8:30 p.m.

August 21st Summer Concert #2, City Hall Front
Lawn
7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

October 3rd *Country Night, Lomita Railroad
Museum
4:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.

October 24th Halloween at Lomita Park 12:00 pm to 3:00pm November 11th Veterans Day, Veterans Park 11:00 a.m.

December 4th Tree Lighting, Downtown Lomita 5:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. *Additional event enhancements detailed below
Enhancements and Modifications
The annual Eggstravaganza event will be temporarily relocated to the Lomita Railroad Museum due to the construction of the new playground at Lomita Park. The Railroad Museum has successfully hosted past Eggstravaganza celebrations, making it a suitable and familiar alternative location. Staff will also coordinate with surrounding businesses to secure additional parking options and ensure a positive experience for all attendees.

Due to the new temporary location and limited on-site parking, the Eggstravaganza will be offered twice, with event times at 9:30 a.m. and 10:15 a.m., to better manage attendance and improve guest access.

To enhance safety for all guests crossing 250th St., staff plans to hire a crossing guard during the event.

National Night Out, traditionally held on the first Tuesday in August to align with the national campaign, will return to the Lomita City Hall front lawn in 2026. New this year, staff is coordinating the temporary closure of Narbonne Avenue from 242nd Street to the front of the L.A. County Building to support the continuation of the car show component, which has been a well-received addition over the past two years and will further enhance the event experience.

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3 Staff is proposing to replace the Cornhole Tournament with the City Council-approved country “hoedown” event. As previously directed, the country hoedown will replace the two Spring Concerts and will be brought back to the Lomita Railroad Museum. To support the expanded scope of this event, an additional appropriation of $10,000 will be added to supplement the previously approved $10,625. Staff will work to create a fun, family friendly evening featuring food, vendors, country music, line-dancing lessons, and a variety of additional western-themed activities.

Based on participant feedback and the overall success of the events held this year, staff further recommends permitting the consumption of alcohol on City-owned properties, in accordance with the Lomita Municipal Code, for the two Summer Concerts (July & August).

Additionally, this year’s Halloween and Holiday Home Decorating Contests will feature updated submission periods to allow residents more time to view decorated homes. • Halloween Home Decorating Contest: October 1–15, with voting on October 16. • Holiday Home Decorating Contest: November 23–December 10, with voting on December 11.

Special Event Budget
Below are the Actual and /Projected Costs for the current and proposed special events.

Events FY 25/26
(Actuals)
FY 26/27
(Projected)
Eggstravaganza $2,850 $6,000
Memorial Day $540 $600
Mayor’s Golf Tournament $15,085 $25,000
A Night at the Museum $1,323 $2,000
Founders Day $203,631 $205,000
Two Summer Concerts $10,059 $10,300
Two Movies Under the Stars $2,180 $3,000
National Night Out $3,527 $4,250
*Hoedown $20,625
Halloween $ 4,421 $5,000
Veterans Day $540 $600
*Tree Lighting $60,000* $45,000
Grand Total $304,156.00 $327,375.00
This year’s Annual Tree Lighting is higher than previous years due to the one-time purchase of new Christmas tree lights and decorative spheres. These items represent an upfront investment that will reduce future replacement needs.

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4 Staff will continue to actively pursue sponsorships and financial contributions from local businesses and organizations to offset events costs. The City also partners with regional organizations through sponsorships. Event partners include the American Red Cross, CERT, Lomita Railroad Foundation, Los Angeles County Department of Animal Care and Control, Athens Services, Lomita Sister City, Los Angeles County Sanitation District, West Basin Municipal Water District, and the Lomita Chamber of Commerce.

FISCAL IMPACT
If approved, the Special Events cost for 2026/2027 is $327,375.000 and will be appropriated in the General Fund during the Biennial Budget approval process.

VISION, MISSION, VALUES, AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization, establish priorities, uniformity and guidelines; and provide the framework for policy decision making. The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision. This item aligns with Strategic Outcome No. 4: Quality of Life & Livability – Creating vibrant spaces and services for all ages.

OPTIONS

1. Approve recommended action.

2. Discuss and provide alternative directions.

3. Take no action.

Approved by:
_______________________
Andrew Vialpando
City Manager
Prepared by:
__________________________
Emma Kelley, Parks and Recreation Director
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1 TO: City Council
FROM: Andrew Vialpando, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Kathleen Gregory, City Clerk
MEETING DATE: December 16, 2025
SUBJECT: Discussion and Consideration of Councilmember Assignments to Various Organizations for Calendar Year 2026

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Review and appoint City Councilmember delegates and alternates to represent the City on various committees and organizations for 2026.

BACKGROUND
Upon the selection of a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem, it has been customary to review the list of City Council appointments to various internal and external boards, commissions, and committees and to assign delegates and alternates to represent the City Council. All members of the City Council are invited to attend meetings; however, voting rights are reserved for the designated representative or alternate as appropriate.

DISCUSSION
For 2026, staff is recommending that two internal subcommittee ad hoc committees be retired due to lack of ongoing business: Stormwater Ad Hoc Committee and Airport Noise Ad Hoc Committee.

It is recommended that the City Council review the list of delegates and alternates to City committees and member organizations (Attachment). Following its review, the City Council may appoint delegates and alternates accordingly.

FISCAL IMPACT
There are no financial implications resulting from this recommendation.

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CITY COUNCIL REPORT
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2 VISION, MISSION, VALUES, AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization, establish priorities, uniformity and guidelines; and provide the framework for policy decision making. The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision. This item aligns with Strategic Outcome No. 3: Community Engagement & Communications - Building trust through open, inclusive communication.

OPTIONS
Approve recommended action.

ATTACHMENTS

1. List of Councilmember Organization Appointment and Assignments Approved by:
_______________________
Andrew Vialpando
City Manager
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COUNCILMEMBER ORGANIZATION APPOINTMENTS AND ASSIGNMENTS Organization/Committee Meeting Details 2025 Assignments City Selection Committee Meetings are called when necessary, generally at the same time as the LCC (no
compensation) (Mayor is the delegate)
Delegate: Mayor Waronek
Alternate: Remainder of Council
California Contract Cities
Association
3 rd Wednesday of the month at 7:00 p.m.;
location varies (No compensation)
Delegate: Mayor Waronek
Alternate: Remainder of Council
*County Sanitation District No. 5 3
rd Wednesday of the month at 1:30 p.m.
at Torrance City Hall. Compensation:
$125 per meeting plus mileage, if
applicable
Delegate: Mayor Waronek
Alternate: Councilmember Gazeley
*Joint Powers Insurance Authority One annual meeting in July; Compensation: $100 for attendance
(elected position)
Delegate: Mayor Waronek
Alternate: Remainder of Council
*LA County West Vector Control
District
2 nd Thursday of every other month at 7:30
p.m. at 6750 Centinela Ave., Culver City.

Compensation: $100 per meeting with
a $100/month limit regardless of the
number of meetings if more than one
in any month. (Jan, Mar, May, Jul, Sept,
& Nov only)
Delegate: Councilmember Gazeley
Alternate:

LA County Library Commission
(Fourth District)
Meetings are called when necessary Delegate: Councilmember Uphoff (appointed by the City Selection
Committee)
Cal Cities (formerly League of
California Cities)
Meetings are called as necessary at 6:30
p.m., and at various locations (No
compensation)
Delegate: Councilmember Waite
Alternate: Remainder of the Council
*Southern CA Association of
Governments (SCAG)-Regional
Council
Monthly meeting—dates and times vary.

Board Members are elected by SCAG
members. (Mayor Waronek elected 2025)
Compensation: $150 per meeting
Delegate: Mayor Waronek
Alternate:
*South Bay Cities Council of
Governments
Steering meeting 2nd Monday of the
month 12 noon-2 pm; Board meeting 4th
Thursday of the month 6-8 pm; legislative
briefing 2nd Thursday of the month, on a
quarterly schedule starting at 9 am. (No
compensation but dinner is provided at
board meetings)
Delegate: Councilmember Uphoff
Alternate: Councilmember Waite
West Basin Water Association 1
st Tuesday of the month at Carson
Community Center at 11:30 a.m. – lunch
(no compensation)
Delegate: Councilmember Waite
Alternate: Councilmember Uphoff
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Internal Committees
(No additional compensation)
Meeting Details 2025 Assignments
Airport Noise Ad Hoc Committee
(formerly Helicopter Noise Ad Hoc
Committee)
Meets as necessary at City Hall Councilmembers Gazeley & Uphoff Downtown Lomita Streetscape
Enhancement Project Ad Hoc
Subcommittee (renamed from
Circle of Honor Ad Hoc (formed
7/19/23) 5/625 – expected
termination 6/30/2026)
Meets as necessary at City Hall Mayor Pro Tem Segawa &
Councilmember Uphoff
Emergency Preparedness Ad Hoc
(changed 12/17/24 -formerly CERT
Subcommittee)
Meets as necessary at City Hall Councilmembers Uphoff & Waite Economic Development
Committee
Meets as necessary at City Hall Mayor Pro Tem Segawa &
Councilmember Waite
Finance Committee Meets as necessary at City Hall Mayor Waronek & Mayor Pro Tem Segawa
Founder’s Day Ad Hoc Committee
(60th Anniversary formed 7/18/23)
Meets as necessary at City Hall Mayor Waronek & Mayor Pro Tem Segawa
Legislative Committee Meets as necessary at City Hall Mayor Waronek & Councilmember Uphoff
Navy Baseball Fields Ad Hoc
(formed 2/24/22)
Meets as necessary at City Hall Mayor Waronek & Mayor Pro Tem Segawa
Red Car Ad Hoc
(formed 1/21/25 expected end
6/30/2025)
Meets as necessary at City Hall Councilmembers Uphoff & Waite Sister City Association 3
rd Thursday of the month (except
December) at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall
Mayor Waronek & Councilmember
Waite
Stormwater Ad Hoc
(formed 2/06/2024)
Meets as necessary at City Hall Councilmembers Uphoff & Waite Street Improvement Ad Hoc
(renamed 7/2025 formerly Street
Sweeping Ad Hoc Committee formed
6/16/20) – expected termination
6/30/26
Meets as necessary at City Hall Mayor Pro Tem Segawa &
Councilmember Gazeley
Water Committee Meets as necessary at City Hall Mayor Pro Tem Segawa & Councilmember Uphoff
*Form 806 & Form 700 required
Revised: July 2025
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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 16, 2025
SUBJECT: Zoning Text Amendment No. 2025-02 – An update to the Lomita Municipal Code Regarding Accessory Dwelling Units and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units to Comply with Recent Changes in State Law

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Open the public hearing, receive public testimony, close the public hearing, and by motion waive full reading and adopt by title only Urgency Ordinance No. 879.

BACKGROUND
In recent years the Governor has signed into law a number of bills that to impose new limits on local authority to regulate Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior ADUs.

In late 2025, four new bills were enacted that further amend state ADU law as summarized below.

AB 462 – Coastal Development Permits; Disaster-Affected Areas Assembly Bill (AB) 462 modifies several permitting requirements associated with processing Coastal Development Permits (CDP) for ADUs located in the Coastal Zone.

Beyond changes to CDP processing, AB 462 modifies the rules governing the issuance of a certificate of occupancy (CofO) for an ADU. Historically, state law has prohibited a local agency from issuing a CofO for an ADU before one is issued for the primary dwelling (i.e., the primary dwelling must have a CofO before the ADU can receive one). AB 462 creates a narrow exception to this prohibition for detached ADUs when all of the following conditions are satisfied: (1) the Governor has declared a state of emergency for the county on or after February 1, 2025; (2) the primary dwelling was substantially damaged or destroyed by an event referenced in the state of emergency proclamation; and (3) the

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CITY COUNCIL REPORT
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2 ADU has been issued construction permits and passed all required inspections. (Gov.

Code, § 66328(b).) If these conditions are satisfied, the detached ADU can receive a CofO before the primary dwelling. In all other scenarios, the primary dwelling still needs a CofO before one can be issued for an ADU.

AB 462 was enacted as an urgency measure that took effect immediately when signed by the Governor (on October 10, 2025).

The following three bills were enacted as non-urgency measures and take effect on January 1, 2026.

AB 1154 – JADU Owner-Occupancy; Short-Term Rental
When a JADU is developed, existing state law requires a property owner to reside in the JADU or remaining portion of the single-family dwelling. AB 1154 narrows this requirement to now only apply when a JADU shares sanitation facilities (bathroom) with the single-family dwelling. If the JADU has its own bathroom, then the property owner does not have to reside on the property at all. (See amended Gov. Code, § 66333(b).) AB 1154 also expressly prohibits JADUs from being used as short-term rentals (i.e., rented for a term shorter than 30 days). (See amended Gov. Code, § 66333(g).) Most ADU ordinances already included this prohibition (as well as prohibiting ADUs from being used as short-term rentals). But now it’s required by state law.

SB 9; SB 543 – ADU Ordinance Submittal to HCD; Approval Under existing law, local agencies are required to submit a copy of their ADU ordinance to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) within 60 days of adoption.

This year’s Senate Bill (SB) 91 and SB 543 create a penalty for failing to do so by rendering null and void any local ordinance that is not submitted to HCD within 60 days of adoption. (See amended Gov. Code, § 66326(d); new Gov. Code, § 66333.5(d).) The bills further specify that a local ADU ordinance is null and void if HCD issues findings that the ordinance does not comply with state law and the local agency fails to respond to HCD within 30 days. (Id.)
SB 543 – ADU Size; Number of ADUs; Impact Fees; Permitting Timeline SB 543 makes numerous changes and clarifications to state ADU law, the most notable of which are summarized below.

ADU & JADU Size
1 Not to be confused with the SB 9 of 2021 (Stats. 2021, Ch. 162) regarding urban lot splits and second primary dwelling units.

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3 Existing law limits the maximum size of a JADU to 500 square feet and prohibits local ADU ordinances from imposing certain development standards that would prevent an ADU created under Government Code section 66314 through 66322 from being at least 800 square feet.

SB 543 amends state ADU law to specify that allowable square footage of an ADU or JADU refers to square footage of “interior livable space.” (See amended Gov. Code, § 66313(d), 66321(b)(2).)
Impact Fees
Existing law exempts ADUS that are 750 square feet or smaller from development impacts fees (DIFs).

SB 543 clarifies that DIFs may not be imposed on an ADU that has 750 or fewer square feet of interior livable space or on a JADU with 500 or fewer square feet of interior livable space.

The bill also exempts an ADU or JADU with fewer than 500 square feet of interior livable space from school impact fees. (See amended Gov. Code, § 66311.5.) Quantity of ADUs Created Under Government Code Section 66323 Existing state law creates four categories of ADUs that must be approved if they comply with the limited standards provided in Government Code section 66323(a)(1)–(4). These are:
(1) a converted ADU and JADU created on a lot with a proposed or existing singlefamily dwelling (Gov. Code, § 66323(a)(1)); (2) a detached ADU created on a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling (Gov. Code, § 66323(a)(2));
(3) converted ADUs created in an existing multifamily dwelling (Gov. Code, § 66323(a)(3)); and
(4) detached ADUs created on a lot with a proposed or existing multifamily dwelling.

For some time, there has been uncertainty as to whether ADUs created under Government Code section 66323 could be combined. Some practitioners interpreted the statute to not require local agencies to allow combinations. Initially, HCD took the same position, in its 2020 ADU Handbook. But for the last few years, HCD has taken the opposite position: that yes, combinations are permitted. (See HCD January 2025 ADU Handbook, at p. 19 [“[P]ursuant to Government Code section 66323, subdivision (a), local governments must allow units created pursuant to subparagraphs (1) and (2) together or (3) and (4) together”].)
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4 SB 543 codifies HCD’s most recent interpretation by amending Government Code section 66323 to specifically allow combinations. Thus, a lot with a multifamily dwelling can now have a converted ADU or ADUs created under section 66323(a)(3) and detached ADUs created under section 66323(a)(4). And a lot with a single family dwelling can now have a converted ADU and a JADU created under section 66323(a)(1) and a detached ADU created under section 66323(a)(2).

ADU Permitting Process
Existing law has long required local agencies to approve or deny an ADU application within 60 days of receiving a complete application. However, state law was silent with respect to incompleteness determinations, subsequent resubmittals, and appealing local decisions on ADU applications.

SB 543 requires local agencies to now:
(1) determine whether an ADU application is complete within 15 business days of submittal;
(2) if the application is incomplete, within the same 15 days provide the applicant with a list of incomplete items and how to address them;
(3) review a resubmitted application for completeness within 15 business days; (4) provide the applicant with a written appeal process for any incompleteness determination or denial (to the Planning Commission or City Council, or both); and (5) provide a final written determination on the appeal within 60 business days of receiving the appeal). (See amended Gov. Code, §§ 66317 [ADUs], 66335 [JADUs].)
Next Steps & Recommendation
AB 462 took effect immediately when signed, but technically it doesn’t require any change to a local ordinance, rather the City just needs to follow the new rules for CDP processing and issuance of a CofO, if applicable. But the remaining bills take effect on January 1, 2026, and for the City’s ADU ordinance to remain valid and enforceable, it must comply with requirements of these bills by January 1, 2026, or 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 imposed 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.

Therefore, the proposed ordinance is an urgency measure, which means it will take immediate effect upon adoption. Typically, an ordinance affecting planning and zoning is Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *483
5 approved by the Council after a planning-agency recommendation, a first reading and introduction before the Council and then a second reading at a regular Council meeting — with the ordinance taking effect 30 days following adoption. But here it is necessary for the City Council to adopt this ordinance as an urgency measure because the new ADU laws will take effect on January 1, 2026, before a non-urgency adoption would take effect.

The urgency ordinance will be followed at the earliest possible time by a non-urgency ordinance subject to all normal procedures.

For the above reasons, staff recommends that the City Council adopt the proposed urgency ordinance (Attachment 1), which will ensure that the City’s ADU ordinance remains valid on January 1, 2026.

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.

FISCAL IMPACT
There are no financial implications resulting from this recommendation.

VISION, MISSION, VALUES, AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization, establish priorities, uniformity and guidelines; and provide the framework for policy decision making. The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision. This item aligns with Strategic Outcome No. 3: Community Engagement & Communications - Building trust through open, inclusive communication.

OPTIONS

1. Approve the attached ordinance.

2. Provide staff with further direction.

ATTACHMENT

1. Draft Urgency Ordinance and Exhibit A (Amended ADU Regulations) Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *484
6 Approved by:
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Andrew Vialpando
City Manager
Prepared by:
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ORDINANCE NO. 879

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. There is a current and immediate threat to the public health, safety, or welfare based on the passage of bills updating state ADU law because if the City’s ordinance does not comply with this legislation by January 1, 2026 — 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.

E. 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.

F. 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).

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Ordinance No. 879U

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 urgency 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 immediately upon 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 directed to certify to 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 16th day of December 2025.

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Mark A. Waronek, Mayor
ATTEST:

Kathleen Horn Gregory, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Trevor Rusin, City Attorney
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EXHIBIT A
Amended ADU Regulations
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:

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2 a. A cooking facility with appliances.
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 of interior livable space 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 created under this section:

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3 (1) Ministerial ADU and Building Permits Required. Every ADU and JADU requires an ADU permit and a building permit. The city will review and approve permit applications in accordance with subsection (D)(3) below. (2) Processing Fee. 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. Completeness.
(i) Determination in 15 days. The city will determine whether an application to create or serve an ADU or JADU is complete and will provide written notice of the determination to the applicant within 15 business days after the city receives the application submittal. (ii) Incomplete items. If the city’s determination under subsection (D)(3)a(i) above is that the application is incomplete, the city’s notice must list the incomplete items and describe how the application can be made complete.
(iii) Cure. After receiving a notice that the application is incomplete, the applicant may cure and address the items that were deemed by the city to be incomplete.
(iv) Subsequent submittals. If the applicant submits additional information to address incomplete items, within 15 business days of the subsequent submittal the city will determine in writing whether the additional information remedies all the incomplete items that the city identified in its original notice. The city may not require the application to include an item that was not included in the original notice.
(v) Deemed complete. If the city does not make a timely determination as required by this subsection a, the application or resubmitted application is deemed complete for the purposes of subsection (D)(3)c below.
(vi) Appeal of incompleteness. An applicant may appeal the city’s determination that the application is incomplete by submitting a written appeal to the city clerk. The planning commission will review the written appeal and affirm or reverse the completeness determination and provide a final written determination to the applicant within 60 business days after receipt of the appeal.

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4 b. No discretion or hearing. Ministerial permits for an ADU or JADU are considered and approved without discretionary review or a hearing. c. Deadline to approve or deny ministerial approvals. 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 complete application. If the city has not approved or denied the complete 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. d. Denial. 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 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)c above. e. Appeal of denial. An applicant may appeal the city’s denial of the application by submitting a written appeal to the city clerk. The planning commission will review the written appeal and affirm or reverse the denial and provide a final written determination to the applicant within 60 business days after receipt of the appeal.
f. Concurrent review of demolition. 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) Classes.
(1) Class 1: Statutorily Regulated. Class 1 ADUs and JADUs are approved under Government Code section 66323. If an ADU or JADU complies with each of the general requirements in subsection (F) below, it is allowed in each of the scenarios provided in this subsection (E)(1). An ADU and JADU approved under subsection (E)(1)a may be combined with an ADU approved under subsection (E)(1)b, and ADUs approved under subsection (E)(1)c may be combined with ADUs approved under subsection (E)(1)d.

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5 a. Converted on Lot with Single-Family: One ADU as described in this subsection (E)(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 Lot with Single-Family: One detached, newconstruction ADU on a lot with a proposed or existing single-family dwelling, 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 of livable space or smaller. (iii) The peak height above grade does not exceed the applicable height limit in subsection (F)(2) below.
c. Converted on Lot with Multifamily: 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 (E)(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 Lot with Multifamily: 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:
(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.

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6 (ii) The peak height above grade does not exceed the applicable height limit provided in subsection (F)(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) Class 2: Locally Regulated. Class 2 ADUs are approved under Government Code sections 66314–66322. Except for Class 1 ADUs approved under subsection (E)(1) above, all ADUs are subject to the standards set forth in subsections (F) and (G) below.
(F) General Requirements. The following requirements apply to all Class 1 and Class 2 ADUs and JADUs:
(1) Zoning.
a. A Class 1 ADU approved under subsection (E)(1) above may be created on a lot in a residential or mixed-use zone.
b. A Class 2 ADU approved under subsection (E)(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 (F)(2)b and (F)(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.
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7 to the primary dwelling, whichever is lower. Notwithstanding the foregoing, ADUs subject to this subsection Error! Reference source not found. may not exceed two stories.
e. For purposes of this subsection (F)(2), height is measured from existing legal grade or the level of the lowest floor, whichever is lower, to the peak of the structure.
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 extraheight 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 or JADU if sprinklers are required in the primary residence.
b. The construction of an ADU or JADU 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.

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8 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).
(6) Septic System. If the ADU or JADU will connect to an onsite wastewater-treatment system, the owner must include with the application a percolation test completed within the last five years or, if the percolation test has been recertified, within the last 10 years.
(7) Owner Occupancy.
a. ADUs. ADUs are not subject to an owner-occupancy requirement. b. JADUs.
(i) Generally. As required by state law, JADUs are generally 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.
(ii) Exceptions. The owner-occupancy requirement in this subsection (F)(7)b does not apply in either of the following situations:
(I) The JADU has separate sanitation facilities (i.e., does not share sanitation facilities with the existing primary dwelling unit structure).
(II) 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 a 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. The JADU may not be sold separately from the primary dwelling. b. The 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.
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9 providing evidence that the JADU has in fact been eliminated. The community and economic development director may then determine whether the evidence supports the claim that the JADU has been eliminated.

Appeal may be taken from the Director’s determination consistent with other provisions of this Code. If the JADU is not entirely physically removed, but is only eliminated by virtue of having a necessary component of a 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 not limited to, obtaining an injunction enjoining the use of the 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 (F)(9)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 building official or Code Enforcement Division officer 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 (F)(9)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.
(10) Certificate of Occupancy Timing.
a. Generally. No certificate of occupancy for an ADU or JADU may be issued before the certificate of occupancy is issued for the primary dwelling unit. b. Limited Exception for State-declared Emergencies. Notwithstanding subsection (F)(10)a above, a certificate of occupancy for an ADU may be issued before a certificate of occupancy for the primary dwelling if each of the following requirements are met:
(i) The county is subject to a proclamation of a state of emergency made by the California Governor on or after February 1, 2025.

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10 (ii) The primary dwelling was substantially damaged or destroyed by an event referenced in the Governor’s state of emergency
proclamation.
(iii) The ADU has been issued construction permits and has passed all required inspections.
(iv) The ADU is not attached to the primary dwelling.
(G) Specific ADU Requirements. The following requirements apply only to Class 2 ADUs approved under subsection (E)(2) above. This subsection (G) does not apply to Class 1 ADUs or JADUs approved under subsection (E)(1) above.
(1) Maximum Size.
a. The maximum size of a detached or attached ADU subject to this subsection (G) is 850 square feet of interior livable space for a studio or one-bedroom unit and 1,000 square feet of interior livable space 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 (G), 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 (G)(1)b above or of an FAR, front setback, lot coverage limit, or open-space requirement may require the ADU have less than 800 square feet of interior livable space. (2) Floor Area Ratio (FAR). No ADU subject to this subsection (G) may cause the total FAR of the lot to exceed 60 percent, subject to subsection (G)(1)c above. (3) Setbacks.
a. ADUs that are subject to this subsection (G) must conform to 4-foot side and rear setbacks. ADUs that are subject to this subsection (G) must conform to 20-foot front setbacks, subject to subsection (G)(1)c above. b. No setback is required for an ADU that is subject to this subsection (G) 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 (G) may cause the total lot coverage of an R2 or R3 zoned lot to exceed 80 percent, subject to subsection (G)(1)c above.

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11 (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 or bedroom, whichever is less. 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 (G)(6)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.
(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 (G)(6)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.
(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.

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12 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 (G) may have more than one story, except that an ADU that is attached to the primary dwelling may have the stories allowed under subparagraph Error! Reference source not found. of this section.
(H) Fees. The following requirements apply to all Class 1 ADUs and JADUs and Class 2 ADUs that are approved under subsections (E)(1) or (E)(2) above. (1) Impact Fees.
a. No impact fee is required for a JADU or for an ADU that has less than 750 square feet of interior livable space. For purposes of this subsection (H)(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. A JADU or ADU with less than 500 square feet of interior livable space does not increase assessable space by 500 square feet for purposes of Education Code section 17620(a)(1)(C), and is therefore not subject to school fees under Education Code section 17620.
c. Any impact fee that is required for an ADU that has 750 square feet or more of interior livable space 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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13 (2) Utility Fees.
a. If an ADU or JADU is constructed with a new single-family home, a separate utility connection directly between the ADU or JADU 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 (H)(2)a, JADUs and converted ADUs on a single-family lot that are created under subsection (E)(1)a above are not required to have a new or separate utility connection directly between the JADU or ADU and the utility. Nor is a connection fee or capacity charge required. Notwithstanding the rest of this paragraph, a direct utility connection is required for separate conveyance of an ADU when separate conveyance is allowed under this code.
c. Except as described in subsection (H)(2)a, all ADUs that are not covered by subsection (H)(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.
(I) 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 11-1.30.6).

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14 b. Exceptions:
(i) Notwithstanding subsection (I)(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 (I)(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.
(J) 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 (I) of this section may be allowed by the city with a conditional use permit, in accordance with the other provisions of this title.

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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 16, 2025
SUBJECT: Discussion and Consideration to Adopt Proposed Ordinances Adopting by Reference the 2026 Los Angeles County Building Codes

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Adopt an ordinance of the City of Lomita adopting by reference the 2026 Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, Existing Building, and Green Building Codes with certain amendments necessitated by local conditions, and declaring the urgency thereof; After the City Attorney reads the title of the ordinance, introduce on first reading an ordinance adopting by reference the 2026 Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, Existing Building, and Green Building Codes with certain amendments necessitated by local conditions; and, Direct staff to schedule a public hearing for the second reading and adoption of the ordinance for the January 20, 2026, City Council meeting. This procedure is in accordance with California Government Code, Title 5, Division 1, Part 1, as required by the Building Standards Commission.

BACKGROUND
The State’s Health and Safety Code (Section 17958) mandates that the California Building Standards Commission adopt and publish the California Building Standards Code (Title 24 California Code of Regulations) every three years. The 2025 Edition of the California Code of Regulations-Title 24 will become effective on January 1, 2026. If approved, the ordinance would amend the Lomita Municipal Code by adopting by reference the most recent and updated versions of Los Angeles County Building, Electrical, Plumbing, Mechanical, Residential, Existing Building, and Green Building Standards Codes, with certain amendments necessitated by local conditions.

CITY OF LOMITA

CITY COUNCIL REPORT
Item No. 10b
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2 State law requires that localities adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code and modifications thereto, by January 1, 2026. It is essential that the City have in effect on that date codes that comport with state law and contain those modifications necessitated by unique topographic, geologic and climatic conditions. The Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors adopted ordinances amending the aforementioned codes at its meeting on November 25, 2025. Since the County adopted the codes late last month, it did not give staff ample time to properly notice a regular ordinance which requires two public meetings and 30 days from adoption to become effective. Therefore, an urgency ordinance that takes effect immediately is required to avoid a detrimental effect on the public peace, health, safety and welfare.

The City of Lomita contracts with Los Angeles County for building and safety services, including plan check, permitting, and inspection, for building, grading, electrical, plumbing, and mechanical-related permits. Every three years, the City adopts the required updated codes by reference. The County codes have been revised to comply with the 2025 California Codes, with certain changes and modifications necessitated by local conditions and adopted by the County.

The City will also need to adopt the 2026 County Fire Code; however as of the date of this meeting, the County had not yet adopted its new Fire Code. Staff will bring an item to the Council for adoption of the County Fire Code by reference after the County Board of Supervisors adopts its own code. In the meantime, the 2023 State Fire Code will still be in effect.

FISCAL IMPACT
There are no financial implications resulting from this recommendation.

VISION, MISSION, VALUES, AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization, establish priorities, uniformity and guidelines; and provide the framework for policy decision making. The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision. This item aligns with Strategic Outcome No. 4: High Quality of Life and Livability.

OPTIONS

1. Approve the attached ordinance.

ATTACHMENTS

1. Urgency Ordinance

2. Regular Ordinance
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3 Approved by:
______________________
Andrew Vialpando
City Manager
Prepared by:
__________________________
Adrian Fernandez, Community and Economic Development Director Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *506
ORDINANCE NO. 880

AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA,

ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE
AMENDING LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 10-1 (BUILDING
CODE), 10-2 (ELECTRICAL CODE), 10-3 (PLUMBING CODE), 10-4 (MECHANICAL CODE), 10-7 (RESIDENTIAL CODE), 10-8 (GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS), AND 10-9 (EXISTING BUILDING CODES) INCORPORATING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE; TITLE
26 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BUILDING CODE; TITLE 27 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE 2025
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE; TITLE 28 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA
PLUMBING CODE; TITLE 29 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE;
TITLE 30 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING
THE 2025 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE 2025
CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE; AND TITLE 33
OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE 2025

CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE WITH CERTAIN CHANGES

AND MODIFICATIONS, AND MAKING OTHER REVISIONS THERETO

AND DECLARING THE URGENCY THEREOF

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. Section 10-1.01 of Title 10 of the City of Lomita Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
10-1.01. County building code adopted.

Except as hereinafter provided, Title 26 (Building Code) of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting the 2025 California Building Code (Part 2 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth below and shall be known and may be cited as the Building Code of the City of Lomita.

In the event of any conflict between provisions of the 2025 California Building Code, Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Building Code contained in the Lomita Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.

A copy of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code and the 2025 California Building Code have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Lomita and shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.

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Section 2. Section 10-2.01 of Title 10 of the City of Lomita Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:

Sec. 10-2.01. County electrical code adopted.

Except as hereinafter provided, Title 27, Electrical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting the 2025 California Electrical Code (Part 3 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Electrical Code of the City of Lomita.

In the event of any conflict between provisions of the 2025 California Electrical Code, Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Electrical Code contained in the Lomita Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.

A copy of Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code and the 2025 California Electrical Code have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.

Section 3. Section 10-3.01 of Title 10 of the City of Lomita Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:

Sec. 10-3.01. County plumbing code adopted.

Except as hereinafter provided, Title 28, Plumbing Code of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting the 2025 California Plumbing Code, (Part 5 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Plumbing Code of the City of Lomita.

In the event of any conflict between provisions of the 2025 California Plumbing Code, Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Plumbing Code contained in the Lomita Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.

A copy of Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code and the 2026 California Plumbing Code have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.

Section 4. Section 10-4.01 of Title 10 of the City of Lomita Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
10-4.01. County mechanical code adopted.

Except as hereinafter provided, Title 29, Mechanical Code of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting the 2025 California Mechanical Code, (Part 4 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Mechanical Code of the City of Lomita.

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In the event of any conflict between provisions of the 2025 California Mechanical Code, Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Mechanical Code contained in the Lomita Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.

A copy of Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code and the 2025 California Mechanical Code have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.

Section 5. Section 10-7.01 of Title 10 of the City of Lomita Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
10-7.01. County residential code adopted.

Except as hereinafter provided, Title 30, Residential Code of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting the 2025 California Residential Code, (Part 2.5 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Residential Code of the City of Lomita.

In the event of any conflict between provisions of the 2025 California Residential Code, Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Residential Code contained in the Lomita Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.

A copy of Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code and the 2025 California Residential Code have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.

Section 6. Section 10-8.01 of Title 10 of the City of Lomita Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
10-8.01. County green building standards adopted.

Except as hereinafter provided, Title 31, Green Building Standards Code of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting the 2025 California Green Building Standards Code, is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Green Building Standards Code of the City of Lomita.

In the event of any conflict between provisions of the 2025 California Green Building Code, Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Green Building Standards Code contained in the Lomita Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.

A copy of Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code and the 2025 California Green Building Code have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.

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Section 7. Section 10-9.01 of Title 10 of the Lomita Municipal Code to read as follows:
10-9.01. County existing building code adopted.

Except as hereinafter provided, Title 33, Existing Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 01, 2026, adopting the 2025 California Existing Building Code, is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Existing Building Code of the City of Lomita.

In the event of any conflict between provisions of the Existing Building Code, Title 33 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Existing Building Code contained in the Lomita Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.

A copy of Title 33 of the Los Angeles County Code and the Existing Building Code have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.

Section 8. The City Council hereby finds that the changes and modifications to the California Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code, Existing Building Code, Residential Code, and Green Building Standards Code that have been enacted by this ordinance are reasonably necessary because of the City's local climate, characterized by hot, dry summers, often resulting in drought conditions, followed by strong Santa Ana winds, often resulting in hazardous fire conditions, and heavy winter rains, often resulting in expansive soil conditions; the City's geological characteristics in that the area is characterized by geological instability; and location in Southern California.

The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the State Building Code in Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code are reasonably necessary because of the local climatic and geological conditions indicated above.

The City Council hereby further finds that the modifications to the State Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Green Building Standards Code, Existing Building Code, and Residential Codes in Titles 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, and 33 of the Los Angeles County Code and Sections 10-1, 10-2, 10-3, 10-4, 10-7, 10-8, and 10-9 are administrative in nature and are necessary to allow the uniform application of the codes by procedures suited to the size and nature of the City's staff and administrative agencies by means suited to the City's experience with local climatic and geological conditions and to provide sufficient staff support for the time-consuming inspections and analysis required by the City's fire and geological hazards.

Accordingly, the City Council finds the modifications in this Ordinance to the State Building Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code, and Plumbing Code to be necessary for the protection of the public health, safety, and welfare.

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Section 9. To the extent the provisions of this ordinance are substantially the same as previous provisions of the Lomita Municipal Code, these provisions shall be construed as continuations of those provisions and not as new enactments.

Section 10. Adoption of this ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). The adoption of the proposed ordinance is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. As a purely administrative update to the City of Lomita’s administrative code, the adoption of the proposed ordinance does not have such potential.

Section 11. The provisions of the Building Code in effect prior to the effective date of this Ordinance shall continue to govern construction for projects for which plans were submitted for plan check prior to the effective date of this Ordinance, and for which the initial permit is issued not later than ninety (90) days after said effective date.

Section 12. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance or any part hereof is for any reason held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance or any part thereof. The City Council of the City of Lomita hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase hereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.

Section 13. This ordinance shall be effective upon adoption and shall become operative as of January 1, 2026 and shall apply to all projects submitted for plan check and/or permit application on or after that date.

Section 14. Urgency findings. State law requires that localities adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code and modifications thereto, by January 1, 2026. It is essential that the City have in effect on that date codes that comport with state law and contain those modifications necessitated by unique topographic, geologic and climatic conditions. In the absence of immediate effectiveness, the provisions of the Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing Residential, Green Building, and Existing Building Codes unique to the City's special circumstances will not be in place, and this will have a detrimental effect on the public peace, health, safety and welfare. The modifications to the Codes contain vital provisions regarding administrative procedures, roofing materials, and other similar matters necessitated by the City's exposure to Santa Ana winds and its limited rainfall in summer and fall months. For these reasons, the public health, safety and welfare require that this ordinance take effect immediately. This Ordinance is an urgency ordinance adopted pursuant to Government Code Section 36937.

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Section 15. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this ordinance. The City Clerk shall file a certified copy of this ordinance with the California Building Standards Commission.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 16th day of December 2025.

Mark A. Waronek, Mayor
ATTEST:

Kathleen Horn Gregory, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________________
City Attorney
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ORDINANCE NO. 881

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING

BY REFERENCE THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE AMENDING
LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 10-1 (BUILDING CODE), 10-2 (ELECTRICAL CODE), 10-3 (PLUMBING CODE), 10-4 (MECHANICAL CODE), 10-7 (RESIDENTIAL CODE), 10-8 (GREEN BUILDING
STANDARDS), AND 10-9 (EXISTING BUILDING CODES)
INCORPORATING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE; TITLE 26 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY BUILDING CODE; TITLE 27 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE 2025
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE; TITLE 28 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA
PLUMBING CODE; TITLE 29 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE;
TITLE 30 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING
THE 2025 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE; TITLE 31 OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA
GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE; AND TITLE 33 OF THE LOS
ANGELES COUNTY CODE, INCORPORATING THE 2025 CALIFORNIA

EXISTING BUILDING CODE WITH CERTAIN CHANGES AND

MODIFICATIONS, AND MAKING OTHER REVISIONS THERETO
The City Council of the City of Lomita does hereby ordain as follows:

Section 1. Section 10-1.01 of Title 10 of the City of Lomita Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
10-1.01. County building code adopted.

Except as hereinafter provided, Title 26 Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting the 2025 California Building Code (Part 2 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) is incorporated herein by reference as if fully set forth below and shall be known and may be cited as the Building Code of the City of Lomita.

In the event of any conflict between provisions of the 2025 California Building Code, Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Building Code contained in the Lomita Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.

A copy of Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code and the 2025 California Building Code have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk of the City of Lomita and shall be at all times maintained by the City Clerk for use and examination by the public.

Section 2. Section 10-2.01 of Title 10 of the City of Lomita Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:

Sec. 10-2.01. County electrical code adopted.

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Except as hereinafter provided, Title 27, Electrical Code, of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting the 2025 California Electrical Code (Part 3 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Electrical Code of the City of Lomita.

In the event of any conflict between provisions of the 2025 California Electrical Code, Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Electrical Code contained in the Lomita Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.

A copy of Title 27 of the Los Angeles County Code and the 2025 California Electrical Code have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.

Section 3. Section 10-3.01 of Title 10 of the City of Lomita Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:

Sec. 10-3.01. County plumbing code adopted.

Except as hereinafter provided, Title 28, Plumbing Code of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting the 2025 California Plumbing Code (Part 5 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Plumbing Code of the City of Lomita.

In the event of any conflict between provisions of the 2025 California Plumbing Code, Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Plumbing Code contained in the Lomita Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.

A copy of Title 28 of the Los Angeles County Code and the 2025 California Plumbing Code have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.

Section 4. Section 10-4.01 of Title 10 of the City of Lomita Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
10-4.01. County mechanical code adopted.

Except as hereinafter provided, Title 29, Mechanical Code of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting the 2025 California Mechanical Code (Part 4 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Mechanical Code of the City of Lomita.

In the event of any conflict between provisions of the 2025 California Mechanical Code, Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Mechanical Code contained in the Lomita Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.

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A copy of Title 29 of the Los Angeles County Code and the 2025 California Mechanical Code have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.

Section 5. Section 10-7.01 of Title 10 of the City of Lomita Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
10-7.01. County residential code adopted.

Except as hereinafter provided, Title 30, Residential Code of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting the 2025 California Residential Code (Part 2.5 of Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations), is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Residential Code of the City of Lomita.

In the event of any conflict between provisions of the 2025 California Residential Code, Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Residential Code contained in the Lomita Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.

A copy of Title 30 of the Los Angeles County Code and the 2025 California Residential Code have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.

Section 6. Section 10-8.01 of Title 10 of the City of Lomita Municipal Code is amended to read as follows:
10-8.01. County green building standards adopted.

Except as hereinafter provided, Title 31, Green Building Standards Code of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting the 2025 California Green Building Standards Code, is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Green Building Standards Code of the City of Lomita.

In the event of any conflict between provisions of the 2025 California Green Building Code, Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Green Building Standards Code contained in the Lomita Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.

A copy of Title 31 of the Los Angeles County Code and the 2025 California Green Building Code have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.

Section 7. Section 10-9.01 of Title 10 of the Lomita Municipal Code to read as follows:
10-9.01. County existing building code adopted.

Except as hereinafter provided, Title 33, Existing Building Code of the Los Angeles County Code, as amended and in effect on January 1, 2026, adopting the 2025 Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *516
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California Existing Building Code, is hereby adopted by reference and shall constitute and may be cited as the Existing Building Code of the City of Lomita.

In the event of any conflict between provisions of the Existing Building Code, Title 33 of the Los Angeles County Code, or any amendment to the Existing Building Code contained in the Lomita Municipal Code, the provision contained in the later listed document shall control.

A copy of Title 33 of the Los Angeles County Code and the Existing Building Code have been deposited in the office of the City Clerk and shall be at all times maintained by the Clerk for use and examination by the public.

Section 8. The City Council hereby finds that the changes and modifications to the California Building Code, Plumbing Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code, Existing Building Code, Residential Code, and Green Building Standards Code that have been enacted by this ordinance are reasonably necessary because of the City's local climate, characterized by hot, dry summers, often resulting in drought conditions, followed by strong Santa Ana winds, often resulting in hazardous fire conditions, and heavy winter rains, often resulting in expansive soil conditions; the City's geological characteristics in that the area is characterized by geological instability; and location in Southern California.

The City Council hereby finds that the modifications to the State Building Code in Title 26 of the Los Angeles County Code are reasonably necessary because of the local climatic and geological conditions indicated above.

The City Council hereby further finds that the modifications to the State Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Green Building Standards Code, Existing Building Code, and Residential Codes in Titles 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, 31, and 33 of the Los Angeles County Code and Sections 10-1, 10-2, 10-3, 10-4, 10-7, 10-8, and 10-9 are administrative in nature and are necessary to allow the uniform application of the codes by procedures suited to the size and nature of the City's staff and administrative agencies by means suited to the City's experience with local climatic and geological conditions and to provide sufficient staff support for the time-consuming inspections and analysis required by the City's fire and geological hazards.

Accordingly, the City Council finds the modifications in this Ordinance to the State Building Code, Electrical Code, Mechanical Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standards Code, and Plumbing Code to be necessary for the protection of the public health, safety, and welfare.

Section 9. To the extent the provisions of this ordinance are substantially the same as previous provisions of the Lomita Municipal Code, these provisions shall be construed as continuations of those provisions and not as new enactments.

Section 10. Adoption of this ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in that it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the ordinance may have a significant effect on the environment pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3). The adoption of the proposed Tuesday, December 16, 2025 Reg CC MTG, Page *517
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ordinance is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. As a purely administrative update to the City of Lomita’s administrative code, the adoption of the proposed ordinance does not have such potential.

Section 11. The provisions of the Building Code in effect prior to the effective date of this Ordinance shall continue to govern construction for projects for which plans were submitted for plan check prior to the effective date of this Ordinance, and for which the initial permit is issued not later than ninety (90) days after said effective date.

Section 12. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance or any part hereof is for any reason held to be invalid, such invalidity shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance or any part thereof. The City Council of the City of Lomita hereby declares that it would have passed each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase hereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared invalid.

Section 13. Effective Date. This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after the date of its passage; and prior to fifteen (15) days after its passage, the City Clerk shall cause a copy of this ordinance to be published in accordance with the provisions of the law. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this ordinance. The City Clerk shall file a certified copy of this ordinance with the California Building Standards Commission.

Section 14. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this ordinance. The City Clerk shall file a certified copy of this ordinance with the California Building Standards Commission.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 20th day of January 2026.

Mark A. Waronek, Mayor
ATTEST:

Kathleen Horn Gregory, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
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City Attorney
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