CITY OF SIGNAL HILL
2175 Cherry Avenue • Signal Hill, CA 90755-3799
MEETING MINUTES
City Council Regular Meeting April 28, 2026
A Regular Meeting of the Signal Hill City Council was held in-person in the City Council on April 28, 2026.
CALL TO ORDER – 6:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT: MAYOR HANSEN
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT COUNCIL MEMBER JONES COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND
CLOSED SESSION
A CLOSED SESSION WAS HELD ON THE FOLLOWING MATTER :
APPOINTMENT OF ONE (1) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE TITLE: PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR A CLOSED SESSION WAS HELD ON THE FOLLOWING MATTER:
EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE
PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
There was no public business from the floor.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recess to Closed Session at 6:01 p.m.
RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING – 7:05 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Hansen led the Pledge of Allegiance.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Richardson stated there was no reportable action.
PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA (SPEAKERS WILL BE GIVEN THREE MINUTES FOR EACH DISTINCT ITEM) There was no public business from the floor.
PRESENTATIONS
Mayor's Minute – No video provided due to illness
Mayor Hansen verbally highlighted Mayor’s Minute noting the following details:
Spring Cleanup event on Saturday, May 2nd 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. indicating basecamp will be Signal Hill Park Youth Center Playground. She stated sign-in begins at 9:00 a.m. with orientation at 9:10 a.m. and expressed that water and light snacks will be provided along with trash bags, gloves and grabbers. She encouraged youth participation with a waiver signed by a legal guardian and indicated RSVP was not required. She identified limited parking availability and recommended biking and walking alternatives.
Paws on the Hill is a fun free event for pets and their human friends on Saturday, May 9th 10:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Signal Hill Park. She noted that featured fun will include music pet friendly, goodies, free giveaways, community booths, dog licensing and low-cost pet vaccinations on Jessie Nelson Circle. She reminded everyone that pets must always be leased while in the park.
Summer on the Hill annual brochure is on the way to your homes and includes everything you need for the summer in Signal Hill, including day camps, Signal Hill Public Library programs, movies in the park and much more summer programming.
National Volunteer Month is April and Mayor Hansen expressed appreciation and thanks to all our volunteers. She recognized their dedication, time, energy and heart to support programs, events and services throughout our community make Signal Hill a great place to live, work and play and extended gratitude for all the volunteers do. She acknowledged Vice Mayor Charlie Honeycutt provided coverage for her at the Volunteer Recognition Dinner and expressed appreciation to him and to all our volunteers. She indicated that individuals interested in becoming volunteers may reach out to Park/Rec and Library Services. She encouraged everyone to join in upcoming city events as we continue a full and active season in Signal Hill.
Presentation Long Beach Animal Care Services
Slide presentation presented by Long Beach Animal Care Services Staff Employee Promotion - Sergeant Ian Bridges Oath of Office administered by Police Chief Brad Kenneally Presentation Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month Slide presentation presented by Charles Hughes, City Librarian
CITY MANAGER REPORTS
Award of Contract to Chandler Asset Management Incorporated for Investment Management and Advisory Services It was moved by COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS, seconded by COUNCIL MEMBER JONES to approve the item.
The following vote resulted:
AYES: MAYOR HANSEN
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT
COUNCIL MEMBER JONES
COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND
ABSTAIN: NONE
Sustainability City Committee Community Member Appointment It was moved by COUNCIL MEMBER JONES, seconded by VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT to approve Lisa Wong, David Perzynski and Jessica Senzer as Community Member Appointments.
The following vote resulted:
AYES: MAYOR HANSEN
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT
COUNCIL MEMBER JONES
COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND
ABSTAIN: NONE
Naming Rights Policy Discussion
It was moved by COUNCIL MEMBER JONES, seconded by COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS to approve staff to develop naming policy materials.
The following vote resulted:
AYES: MAYOR HANSEN
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT
COUNCIL MEMBER JONES
COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND
ABSTAIN: NONE
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following Consent Calendar items were routine and non-controversial. Items were acted upon by the Council at one time without discussion, unless removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action.
Approved Notice of Completion of the City Hall Renovation - Window Replacement Project Approved Warrant Register Dated April 28, 2026
Approved Meeting Minutes April 14, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting It was moved by COUNCIL MEMBER JONES, seconded by COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS to approve the Consent Calendar.
The following vote resulted:
AYES: MAYOR HANSEN
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT
COUNCIL MEMBER JONES
COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND
ABSTAIN: NONE
COUNCIL AGENDA - NEW BUSINESS
Council Member Comments
COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND - Absent
COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS – No new business
COUNCIL MEMBER JONES – Stated he will not be able to attend the next Council meeting due to a previous work obligation. He also announced that Long Beach Pride is coming up May 16, 17 & 18 and he was named Grand Marshal for the parade. He thanked his Council colleagues for supporting the parade and noted Signal Hill will be well represented at the event.
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT – Noted the opportunity to host the Volunteer Banquet and extended his appreciation to the great group of volunteers here in Signal Hill. He acknowledged they are an amazing group of people that help carry out many of the programs and events. He stated that volunteering is one of the best ways to get to know your community, city staff, council members and your neighbors.
MAYOR HANSEN – Mentioned Mayor’s Cleanup event is happening this Saturday and noted it is a great opportunity to volunteer as cities cannot run without volunteers. She extended her appreciation for all the city volunteers.
ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by COUNCIL MEMBER JONES, seconded by COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS to adjourn the meeting to the regular meeting of the City Council on Tuesday, May 12, 2026.
MAYOR HANSEN adjourned the meeting at 7:47 p.m.
MAYOR TINA HANSEN
Attest:
DARITZA PEREZ CITY CLERK
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