CITY OF SIGNAL HILL
2175 Cherry Avenue • Signal Hill, CA 90755-3799
MEETING MINUTES
City Council Closed Session and Regular Meeting
July 14, 2026
A Closed Session Meeting and Regular Council Meeting of the Signal Hill City Council was held in-person in Council Chamber on July 14, 2026. (01) CLOSED SESSION CALL TO ORDER – 6:00 P.M.
(02) ROLL CALL – TAKEN AT REGULAR MEETING
(03) CLOSED SESSION
a. A CLOSED SESSION HELD PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957(B)(1) TO CONDUCT PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATIONS (04) PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS There was no public business from the floor nor public comment via Zoom webinar. (05) RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
The Council recessed to Closed Session at 6:01 P.M.
(06) RECONVENE REGULAR MEETING – 7:00 P.M.
Mayor Hansen reconvened the meeting and requested City Clerk Perez to take roll call.
PRESENT: MAYOR HANSEN
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT
COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND
COUNCIL MEMBER JONES
COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS
ABSENT: NONE
(07) PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Hansen.
(08) CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Mayor Hansen requested the closed session report. The City Attorney stated there was no reportable action. (09) PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA (SPEAKERS WILL BE GIVEN THREE MINUTES FOR EACH DISTINCT ITEM) Sonia and Larry Savoulian spoke regarding the success of the 250th Celebration event, highlighted the Model “T” Ford Hill Climb and recommended to continue a similar annual event.
There were no live public comments via Zoom webinar.
(10) PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
a. VIEWING OF THE LATEST MAYOR'S MINUTE SEGMENT
Mayor Tina Hansen presented her comments from Signal Hill Park and encouraged all residents to enjoy the Summer Concerts in the Park which are free for all ages. She noted that this Wednesday, July 15, the concert at Signal Hill Park will be a Queen Tribute performance and a high-energy band you won’t want to miss.
Mayor Hansen announced details for the next free Movies in the Park series as Zootopia this Friday, July 17 at Signal Hill Park. She acknowledges bringing your family and friends for a night under the stars with bounce houses, crafts, and more. she stated activities start at 6:30 p.m., and the movie begins at dusk.
Mayor Hansen stated the Leadership Academy registration is still open through August 13. She indicated that this new series encourages attendees to “Level Up!” as the four-part workshop gives residents, stakeholders, and community partners an inside look into how the City turns its Strategic Plan into action. Participants will learn about the priorities guiding City initiatives and the work being done to strengthen our community today and into the future. Mayor Hansen noted the sessions will take place on Wednesdays from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., September 23 through October 27 and that space is limited to the first 20 Signal Hill residents ages 18 and older, so be sure to register early. b. PARKS MAKE LIFE BETTER MONTH PROCLAMATION
Mayor Hansen presented a proclamation to the Parks, Recreation, and Library Services Department staff in recognition of July as Parks Make Life Better Month. (11) PUBLIC HEARINGS
AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND TITLE 15 (BUILDING AND CONSTRUCTION) TO COMPLY WITH STATE LAW REGARDING ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS Community Development Director, Greg Kapovich provided a staff report and presentation to City Council for Public Hearing Item 11(a).
Mayor Hansen opened the Public Hearing.
There was no public business from the floor nor public comment via Zoom webinar.
Mayor Hansen closed the Public Hearing.
It was moved by Council Member Jones, seconded by Vice Mayor Honeycutt to approve the first reading by title only of ordinance.
The following vote resulted:
AYES: MAYOR HANSEN
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT
COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND
COUNCIL MEMBER JONES
COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
FIRST READING ORDINANCE NO. 2026-07-1560 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SIGNAL HILL, CALIFORNIA, ADDING CHAPTER 15.14 “ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS” TO TITLE 15 “BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION” OF THE SIGNAL HILL MUNICIPAL CODE, RELATING TO AN EXPEDITED, STREAMLINED PERMITTING PROCESS FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS, AND FINDING SAID ACTION EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT. (12) ORDINANCE
INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF ORDINANCES TO ADJUST THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY CLERK, AND CITY TREASURER COMPENSATION City Manager, Carlo Tomaino provided a presentation to City Council for Ordinance Item 12(a).
Mayor Hansen opened the Public Hearing.
There was no public business from the floor nor public comment via Zoom webinar.
Mayor Hansen closed the Public Hearing.
It was moved by Council Member Woods, seconded by Council Member Copeland to approve the first reading by title only of ordinance.
The following vote resulted:
AYES: MAYOR HANSEN
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT
COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND
COUNCIL MEMBER JONES
COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
FIRST READING ORDINANCE NO. 2026-07-1558 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL, OF THE CITY OF SIGNAL HILL, CALIFORNIA ADJUSTING THE COMPENSATION FOR THE CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW AND ORDINANCE NO. 2026-07-1559 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL, OF THE CITY OF SIGNAL HILL, CALIFORNIA ADJUSTING COMPENSATION FOR CITY CLERK AND CITY TREASURER IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW. (13) CITY MANAGER REPORTS
PROPOSED CITY OF SIGNAL HILL LEGISLATIVE PLATFORM
It was moved by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Woods to approve the item with the incorporated verbiage to include county partner agencies.
The following vote resulted:
AYES: MAYOR HANSEN
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT
COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND
COUNCIL MEMBER JONES
COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATIONS FOR GUNDRY RESERVOIR ROOF REPLACEMENT/REHABILITATION PROJECT It was moved by Council Member Woods, seconded by Council Member Copeland to approve the item.
The following vote resulted:
AYES: MAYOR HANSEN
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT
COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND
COUNCIL MEMBER JONES
COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-07-6951 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SIGNAL HILL, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE ADOPTED BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING APPROPRIATIONS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 FUNDING AGREEMENT AND AMENDMENT NO 1 TO THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY FOR THE WILOW STREET CORRIDOR PROJECT It was moved by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Copeland to approve the item.
The following vote resulted:
AYES: MAYOR HANSEN
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT
COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND
COUNCIL MEMBER JONES
COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-07-6950 AND FIRST AMENDMENT TO WILLOW STREET CORRIDOR WALNUT AVENUE TO CHERRY AVENUE CONGESTION RELIEF PROJECT MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN CITY OF SIGNAL HILLS AND THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY NO. 2026-07-6950 AND FIRST AMENDMENT TO WITH THE WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (14) CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Council Member Jones, seconded by Council Member Copeland to approve the Consent Calendar.
The following vote resulted:
AYES: MAYOR HANSEN
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT
COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND
COUNCIL MEMBER JONES
COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
APPROVED COST SHARING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE LOS ANGELES GATEWAY REGION INTEGRATED REGIONAL WATER MANAGEMENT JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY AND THE CITY OF SIGNAL HILL FOR COST SHARING FOR THE INSTALLATION OF MONITORING EQUIPMENT AND MONITORING PURSUANT TO THE HARBOR TOXICPOLLUTANTS TMDL APPROVED CONTRACT AMENDMENT REGISTER DATED JULY 14, 2026 Rons Maintenance, Incorporated: Third Amendment for Catch Basin and Storm Facilities Cleaning and Maintenance Services, to increase the contract by $59,710.46 for a new not-to-exceed contract amount of $166,470.46 to account for an additional year of service; SCA of CA, LLC (FKA CleanStreet, LLC): Second Amendment for Maintenance Services, to increase the contract by $324,291.81 for a new not-to-exceed contract amount of $1,268,833.41 to account for an additional year of service; West Coast Arborist, Incorporated: Second Amendment for Maintenance Services, to increase the contract by $1,021,757.36 for a new not-to-exceed contract amount of $1,924,843.36 to account for five additional years of service.
APPROVED BILLBOARD RELOCATION AGREEMENT WITH CLEAR CHANNEL FOR THE CONSTRUCTION AND OPERATION OF A DIGITAL BILLBOARD APPROVED WARRANT REGISTER DATED JULY 14, 2026
Approved Minutes of City Council Closed Session and Regular Meeting June 23, 2026 and City Council Special Meeting Closed Session July 8, 2026 (15) COUNCIL AGENDA—NEW BUSINESS
COUNCIL MEMBER COPELAND – None
COUNCIL MEMBER JONES – Reminder of the Concerts in the Park COUNCIL MEMBER WOODS – None but expressed gratitude for success of the 250th Celebration event, highlighted the Model “T” Ford Hill Climb and recommended to continue a similar annual event.
VICE MAYOR HONEYCUTT – Announced the October 16th Police Foundation’s Golf Tournament registration is open and August 2nd National Night Out Event MAYOR HANSEN – None
(16) ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Council Member Jones to adjourn tonight’s meeting of the regular meeting of City Council on Tuesday, July 28, 2026.
Mayor Hansen adjourned the meeting at 8:02 p.m.
DARITZA PEREZ, CITY CLERK TINA L. HANSEN, MAYOR
Minutes of City Council Closed Session and Regular Meeting July 14, 2026