CITY OF SIGNAL HILL
2175 Cherry Avenue • Signal Hill, CA 90755-3799
MEETING MINUTES
City Council Special Meeting
May 19, 2026
A Special Meeting of the Signal Hill City Council was held in-person in Council Chamber on May 19, 2026.
(01) CALL TO ORDER 6:00 P.M.
(02) ROLL CALL
PRESENT: COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND
COUNCIL MEMBER JONES
COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT
MAYOR HANSEN
ABSENT: NONE
(03) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Hansen.
(04) PRESENTATIONS
a. MAYOR'S MINUTE
Mayor Hansen announced the Spring Mini Concert Series is back again this year with a few concerts scheduled for May with two additional concerts scheduled for May 29th and June 6th. In addition, she noted that all performances are free and open to the public and invited the community to enjoy an evening of live music in a beautiful outdoor setting.
Mayor Hansen recommended stopping by the Library Zinnia Courtyard from 6:00 to 7:00 p.m. this Friday, May 22, to commemorate Harvey Milk Day featuring Roni Yohanan.
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May 19, 2026
She invited participation in the upcoming Diversity Coalition Breakfast recognizing Ron Settles Day of Remembrance on Tuesday, June 2. She stated that the doors will open at 10:00 A.M., and the program will begin at 10:30 A.M. Mayor Hansen indicated that space is limited, so please RSVP on the City website by Wednesday, May 20. She said that for more information contact Parks, Recreation & Library Services.
Mayor Hansen encouraged everyone to save the date and celebrate America’s 250th Anniversary on Saturday, June 27, 2026. She remarked that the event will start with the Model T Hill Climb raced up Hill Street from 10:00 to 11:00 A.M and after that, family friendly activities will be held in Discovery Well Park from 11:00 to 3:00 p.m. She stated that event parking and shuttle service will be available at Browning High School, as there will be no parking at Discovery Well Park.
Mayor Hansen invited the community to enjoy the historical vehicles, including the Model T Hill Climb, along with live entertainment, historical car displays, family activities, and giveaways. She specified food and refreshments will be available for purchase. b. INTRODUCTION OF NEW EMPLOYEE – ASSISTANT CITY CLERK JOY POST City Manager Tomaino introduced new employee Assistant City Clerk Joy Post and highlighted her extensive background as a Deputy City Clerk supporting a wide range of duties and noted her comprehensive work experience in supporting local municipal administration. He indicated she is currently pursuing a master’s degree in public administration from Cal State University Dominque Hills, and she has a bachelor’s degree in liberal studies from Cal State University Northridge. He complimented her wonderful demeanor, work ethic and enthusiastically welcomed her to the City of Signal Hill.
Assistant City Clerk Post expressed her sincere pleasure in joining the City of Signal Hill and confirmed her achievement of ten years of local government experience and noted that in July of this year marks two years of experience in the city clerk world. She acknowledged that this journey has positioned her here in the beautiful city of Signal Hill. She mentioned that in her leisure time she likes to go for walks, find a relaxing pilates class or other relaxing related exercise. She also indicated she enjoys reading and learning new things and trying new foods. She revealed that she appreciates spending time laughing with her family. She stated that there is a time for everything, a time for work and a time for play and during her time here she plans to stay - nestled deep to serve the council, community and her colleagues; to embody the character of work life balance while ensuring all things clerk related are completed efficiently with care and precision and to continue to be a beacon of progress. She continued to express her heartfelt honor to be able to serve the council of City of Signal Hill.
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May 19, 2026
(05) BUDGET STUDY SESSION
Staff presented the preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27 (Year 1) and 2027-28 (Year 2) for the City Council’s review and discussion. The Budget Study Session will include the following Presentations:
a. Department Program Budgets
b. Capital Improvement Program
c. Decision Packages
The City Council asked questions and discussed the budget. (06) ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Council Member Woods and seconded by Council Mayor Hansen to adjourn tonight’s meeting of the special meeting of City Council on Tuesday, May 19, 2026.
Mayor Hansen adjourned the meeting at 7:21 p.m.
Tina L. Hansen, Mayor
Attest:
Daritza Perez, City Clerk
Minutes of City Council Special Meeting
May 19, 2026