MINUTES OF THE
LOMITA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING
TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2026
1. OPENING CEREMONIES
a. Call Meeting to Order
The regular meeting of the Lomita City Council was called to order by Mayor Segawa at 6:00 p.m. on Tuesday, May 19, 2026, in the Council Chambers at Lomita City Hall, 24300 Narbonne Avenue, Lomita, California.
b. Flag Salute
The flag salute was led by George Kivett.
Invocation
Councilmember Uphoff gave the invocation.
d. Roll Call
PRESENT: Councilmembers Gazeley, Uphoff, Waronek, Mayor Pro Tem Waite, and Mayor Segawa
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Vialpando, City Attorney Rusin, Assistant City Manager Hernandez, Deputy City Manager/Administrative Services Director Kamada, Public Works Director Fraley, Community and Economic Development Director Fernandez (via Zoom), Parks and Recreation Director Kelley, and City Clerk Gregory
2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilmember Gazeley made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Waronek, to approve the agenda.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Uphoff, Waronek, Mayor Pro Tem Waite, and Mayor Segawa
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
3. PRESENTATIONS
The City Council presented a certificate of recognition in honor of Public Works Week to Director Fraley and Public Works employees Gabriel Maldonado and Oscar Caviedes; and presented a certificate of recognition in honor of National Police Week to Capt. Guerrero, Lt.
White, and Deputy Alarid from Lomita Sheriff Station.
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4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Segawa announced the time for oral communications.
Anthony "A.J." Bayne, Lomita resident, introduced himself as a candidate for Judge, Seat 87, Superior Court of Los Angeles County, in the June 2 election.
Phil Gerard, Lomita resident, had concerns about street sweeping changes in his neighborhood.
George Kivett, Lomita resident, spoke about landscaping maintenance issues near Lomita Park.
As there were no further requests to speak, Mayor Segawa closed oral communications.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS AND MEETING ATTENDANCE REPORTS FROM THE CITY
COUNCIL
Councilmember Waronek reported on the following
• May 6 - California Contract Cities Association (CCCA) Executive Board Meeting • May 5-7 - Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) General Assembly • May 8 - 21st Annual Golden Apple Awards
• May 11 - City Council Budget Workshop
• May 11 - Founders Day Committee Meeting
• May 12 - Mayors Cup Golf Tournament Meeting
• May 15-17 - CCCA Annual Municipal Seminar
• May 19 - Orientation for the SCAG Legislative Committee • May 19 - Joint Powers Insurance Authority Meeting
Commissioner Gazeley had nothing to report.
Councilmember Uphoff reported on the following:
• May 7 - Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) General Assembly • May 8 - 21st Annual Golden Apple Awards
• May 11 - South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG) Transportation Committee • May 11 - SBCCOG Steering Committee Meeting
• May 11 - City Council Budget Workshop
• May 15 - L.A. County District Attorney Homelessness Advisory Board Meeting • May 15-17 - CCCA Annual Municipal Seminar
• May 18 - L.A. County Library Committee Meeting
Mayor Pro Tem Waite reported on the following:
• May 7 - L.A. County Fair Opening Day
• May 8 - Local Governmental Services Commission Meeting • May 8 - 21s' Annual Golden Apple Awards
• May 11 - SBCCOG Steering Committee Meeting
• May 11 - City Council Budget Workshop
• May 11 - Cal Cities L.A. County Division Nominating Committee Meeting • May 12 - Measure LW Presentation
• May 15-17 - CCCA Annual Municipal Seminar
• May 19 - SBCCOG San Pedro Harbor Tour
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Mayor Segawa reported on the following:
• May 8 - 215 Annual Golden Apple Awards
• May 11 - City Council Budget Workshop
May 11 - Founders Day Committee Meeting
• May 12 - Mayors Cup Golf Tournament Meeting
6. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT (information only)
City Manager Vialpando announced upcoming events in Lomita.
7. CONSENT AGENDA
RECOMMENDED ACTION: That Consent Agenda Items 7a-7g be approved.
Councilmember Gazeley made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Waite, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Uphoff, Waronek, Mayor Pro Tem Waite, and Mayor Segawa
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
a. Motion to Waive Full Reading of Ordinances and That They be Read in Title Only.
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve motion.
b. Minutes of the Adjourned Regular City Council Meeting of March 24, 2026, and April 21, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve minutes.
c. Warrants/Payroll Register
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve and file Warrants/Payroll Register. d. April 2026 Treasury and Investment Report
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive and file the Treasury and Investment Report. e. Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Approving Zoning Text Amendment No. 2026-02 to update to the Lomita Municipal Code Regarding Off-Street Parking RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Ordinance No. 887 and find the action to be categorically exempt from the California Environmentally Quality Act.
ORDINANCE NO. 887 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA APPROVING ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2026-02 TO AMEND ARTICLE 66 (OFF-STREET PARKING, STORAGE AND LOADING) AND ARTICLE 15 (DEFINITIONS) OF LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE (LMC) TITLE XI (PLANNING AND
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ZONING) CHAPTER 1 (ZONING) AND FIND THE ACTION TO BE CATEGORICALLY
EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTALLY QUALITY ACT
f. Second Reading and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending the Lomita Municipal Code to Revise Regulations for Illegal Dumping Violations by Adding Chapter 18 RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Ordinance No. 888, amending the Lomita Municipal Code to add Chapter 18 relating to illegal dumping, and find the action exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
ORDINANCE NO. 888 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE IV - PUBLIC WELFARE, MORALS AND CONDUCT TO ADD CHAPTER 18 - ILLEGAL DUMPING AND REMOVE SECTION 4-1.08 - ILLEGAL DUMPING - AND FINDING THE ACTION
EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
g. Approval of a Professional Services Agreement with Lan Wan Enterprise for Security Camera Installation and Upgrades
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve an agreement with Lan Wan Enterprise in an amount not to exceed $40,000 for Security Camera Installation and Upgrades at the Public Works Yard and the Cypress Water Facility.
8. SCHEDULED ITEMS
a. APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS TO CONVERT WATER CARRYOVER TO STORAGE
WITH THE WATER REPLENISHMENT DISTRICT
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve the conversion of 1,052 acre-feet (AF) carryover water rights to water storage with the Water Replenishment District (WRD) for an amount of $480,000; and appropriate the amount from the Water Fund in the Adopted Budget.
Director Fraley presented the staff report per the agenda material. The City of Lomita holds an adjudicated ground water right that allows the City to extract a specified annual volume of groundwater. The Individual Storage Account (ISA) would effectively offset the need for overproduction, providing a supply buffer for approximately 40 to 45 years. This ording a sualy butter tod reserve is particularly important as the City plans for future system improvements, including the addition of a new groundwater well.
As there were no questions for staff, Mayor Segawa invited public comment.
As there were no requests from the public to speak on this item, Mayor Segawa invited discussion or a motion.
Councilmember Uphoff made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Waite, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Uphoff, Waronek, Mayor Pro Tem Waite, and Mayor Segawa
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2026-01 AND ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO. 2026-01 - UPDATES TO GENERAL PLAN LAND USE AND ZONING DESIGNATIONS
OF SEVERAL LOTS THROUGHOUT THE CITY
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution approving General Plan Amendment (GPA) No. 2026-01 to change the General Plan land use designations of several lots throughout the City and finding the action to be categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); hold a public hearing on the first reading of Ordinance No. 889 approving Zoning Map Amendment (ZMA) No. 2026-01 to change the zoning designations of several lots throughout the City and finding the action to be categorically exempt from the CEQA; and direct staff to schedule the second reading and possible adoption for the June 2, 2026, City Council meeting.
Director Fernandez stated that Items 9a and 9b would be presented together as they are very similar in nature, but two separate public hearings are required. 2024 General Plan Phase 1 Updates contained changes to the Housing Element including the erroneous rezoning of existing apartment buildings into commercial; this item intends to remedy that.
Associate Planner Martinez presented the staff report per the agenda material. He outlined the backgrounds; zoning maps; overviews; re-zones; and non-conforming standards.
Brief City Council discussion took place regarding whether more of these types of amendments are forthcoming.
As there was no further discussion, Mayor Segawa opened the public hearing at 6:40 p.m.
George Kivett, Lomita resident, spoke in support of the item.
As there were no further requests to speak on this item, Mayor Segawa closed the public hearing at 6:43 p.m. and invited further discussion or a motion.
City Attorney Rusin read the title of the ordinance to be introduced.
Councilmember Uphoff made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Gazeley, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Uphoff, Waronek, Mayor Pro Tem Waite, and Mayor Segawa
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Adopted the following titled resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-18 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2026- 01 TO CHANGE THE GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION OF SEVERAL
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LOTS THROUGHOUT THE CITY AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE
CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY Adopted the following titled ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 889 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONING MAP AMENDMENT NO. 2026-01 TO
CHANGE THE ZONING OF SEVERAL LOTS THROUGHOUT THE CITY AND
FINDING THE ACTION TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
b. ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2026-01 - AN UPDATE TO THE LOMITA
MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING NON-CONFORMING USE
RECOMMENDED ACTION: After conducting a public hearing, introduce on first reading by title only, Ordinance No. 890 to approve Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) No. 2026-01 adopting an ordinance to amend Section 11-1.70.17 of Lomita Municipal Code (LMC) Title XI (Planning and Zoning) Chapter 1 (Zoning) and finding the action to be categorically exempt from the California Environmentally Quality Act (CEQA); and schedule the second reading and adoption of the Ordinance for the June 2, 2026 City Council meeting.
(Associate Planner Martinez presented this item with 9a above.) Mayor Segawa opened the public hearing at 6:45 p.m.
George Kivett, Lomita resident, spoke in support of the item except for the six-month timeline for reconstruction.
Brief City Council discussion took place regarding the six-month reconstruction timeline.
City Attorney Rusin read the title of the ordinance to be introduced Councilmember Gazeley made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Waite, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Uphoff, Waronek, Mayor Pro Tem Waite, and Mayor Segawa
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Introduced the following titled ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 890 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF _OMITA APPROVING ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2026-01 TO AMEND SECTION 11-1.70.17 (NONCONFORMING USES), TITLE XI (PLANNING AND ZONING), CHAPTER 1 (ZONING) OF LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE AND FINDING THE
ACTION TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
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c. ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2024-05 - AN UPDATE TO ARTICLE 30 (RESIDENTIAL ZONES) OF THE LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATIVE TO THE
GENERAL PLAN UPDATE
RECOMMENDED ACTION: After conducting a public hearing, introduce on first reading by title only Ordinance No. 891 to approve Zoning Text Amendment No. 2024-05 to amend Article 30 (Residential Zones) of Lomita Municipal Code (LMC) Title XI (Planning and Zoning) Chapter 1 (Zoning); find the action to be categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and schedule the second reading and possible adoption of the ordinance for the June 2, 2026, City Council meeting.
Associate Planner Martinez presented the staff report per the agenda material. He outlined the background and overview of the amendment.
As there were no questions for staff, Mayor Segawa opened the public hearing at 6:51 p.m.
As there were no requests to speak, Mayor Segawa closed the public hearing at 6:51 p.m. and invited discussion or a motion.
City Attorney Rusin read the title of the ordinance to be introduced.
Councilmember Uphoff made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Waronek, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Uphoff, Waronek, Mayor Pro Tem Waite, and Mayor Segawa
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Introduced the following titled ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO 891 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT NO. 2024-05 TO AMEND ARTICLE 30 (RESIDENTIAL ZONES), DELETE ARTICLE 34 (P-PARKING), DELETE AND REPLACE PART 5.8 (MIXED-USE OVERLAY DISTRICT) WITH PART
5.8 (RESERVED), AND DELETE ARTICLE 58 (MIXED-USE OVERLAY DISTRICT) OF LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE TITLE XI (PLANNING AND ZONING), CHAPTER 1 (ZONING) AND FINDING THE ACTION TO BE CATEGORICALLY EXEMPT FROM
THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTALLY QUALITY ACT
d. AMENDING THE MASTER FEE SCHEDULE TO INCLUDE AN APPLICATION FEE
FOR OVERSIZED VEHICLE PERMITS
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Resolution 2026-17 amending the Master Fee Schedule to include an application fee for City staff to process oversized vehicle permits.
Mayor Segawa requested that this item be continued to a date uncertain, as staff requires more time to determine a reasonable fee.
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Councilmember Uphoff made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Waronek, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Uphoff, Waronek, Mayor Pro Tem Waite, and Mayor Segawa
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
e. ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE III, CHAPTER 9 OF THE LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATING TO BICYCLE REGISTRATION AND ELECTRIC BICYCLE SAFETY RECOMMENDED ACTION: After conducting a public hearing, and after the City Attorney eads the title, introduce on first reading an ordinance amending Title III, Chapter 9 of the -omita Municipal Code relating to bicycle registration and electric bicycle safety, waive further reading, and schedule the ordinance for second reading and adoption at a subsequent City Council meeting; and find the action categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Community Safety Manager Lawson presented the staff report per the agenda material.
He outlined background; exclusion of e-motos; public safety and community concerns; e-bike classifications; proposed ordinance changes; enforcement and education; penalty structure; diversion program; and a balanced approach to enforcement.
Brief City Council discussion took place regarding riding e-bikes on Pacific Coast Highway, and parental responsibility.
Lt. White of Lomita Station spoke about the rise in dangerous e-bike riders and said that parents are key to encouraging their children to be safe.
Brief City Council discussion took place regarding collaborating with City schools to perhaps require registration of e-bikes in order to utilize bike racks on campuses.
As there was no further discussion, Mayor Segawa opened the public hearing at 7:17 George Kivett, Lomita resident, spoke in support of the ordinance.
As there were no further requests to speak, Mayor Segawa closed the public hearing at 7:20 p.m. and invited further discussion or a motion.
Brief City Council discussion took place regarding education for parents of e-bike riders, and how e-bikes can be a liability.
Trevor read the title of the ordinance to be introduced.
Councilmember Waronek made a motion, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Waite, to approve the recommended action.
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MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Uphoff, Waronek, Mayor Pro Tem Waite, and Mayor Segawa
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Introduced the following titled ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 892 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE III, CHAPTER 9 OF THE LOMITA
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO BICYCLE REGISTRATION AND ELECTRIC
BICYCLE SAFETY AND FINDING THE ACTION EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
f. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING THE 2025
CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE
RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Ordinance No. 886, adopting by reference the 2025 California Fire Code and finding the action to be exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Associate Planner Martinez presented the staff report per the agenda material. As it is unknown when the County will adopt an updated code, the City would adopt by reference their most recent code, then adopt the updated code once it is approved.
With no questions from the Council for staff, Mayor Segawa opened the public hearing at 7:24 p.m. There being no requests to speak, Mayor Segawa closed the public hearing at 7:24 p.m. and invited Council discussion or a motion.
City Attorney Rusin read the title of the ordinance to be introduced.
Councilmember Uphoff made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Waronek, to approve the recommended action.
MOTION CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Gazeley, Uphoff, Waronek, Mayor Pro Tem Waite, and Mayor Segawa
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
Introduced the following titled ordinance:
ORDINANCE 886 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LOMITA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTION 3-1 (FIRE PREVENTION) OF TITLE 3 OF THE LOMITA MUNICIPAL CODE; ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE (TITLE 24 PART 9 OF THE CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE); AND FINDING THE ACTION EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA
ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT
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10. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss, Mayor Segawa adjourned the meeting at 7:25 p.m.
Respectfully Submitted,
Kathlen tedi
kathleen Horn Gregory, MMC, City Clerk A
Adopted: June 16, 2026