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Date: February 10, 2026
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Rebecca Poirier, City Clerk
By: Robert Williams, Deputy City Clerk I | [email protected] Subject: City Clerk – Approve City Council Minutes. Expenditure: None.
RECOMMENDATION
Recommendation of the City Clerk that City Council approve the City Council minutes of January 13, 2026.
FUNDING
None required.
ATTACHMENT
1. January 13, 2026, STA City Council Minutes
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INDEX
TORRANCE CITY COUNCIL – JANUARY 13, 2026
SUBJECT PAGE
OPENING CEREMONIES
1. Call to Order/Roll Call 1
2. Flag Salute/Invocation 1
3. Withdrawn, Deferred or Supplemental Items 1
4. Affidavit of Posting/Waive Further Reading 1-2
5. Council Committee Meetings and Announcements 2
6. COMMUNITY MATTERS
6A. Item number not used 2
6B. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-01 honoring Lieutenant Cody Charley 2 6C. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-02 honoring Officer Dusty Garver 2 6D. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-03 honoring Officer Henry Flores 2 6E. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-04 honoring Milo Stanko 2
6F. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-05 honoring Leilani Corona 2-3 6G. Proclamation declaring the year 2026 as America’s 250th (Semiquincentennial) Anniversary 3
7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 3
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
8A. Approve City Council Minutes 3
8B. SECOND AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 3963 6
8C. Approve Proposed Class Specification for Wireless and Radio Services Supervisor 3
8D. Approve Proposed Class Specifications for Information Technology Analyst Classifications 3
8E. Approve Revised Class Specification for Information Technology Specialist 3-4
8F. Approve Proposed Class Specifications for Systems Analyst Classifications 4
8G. Approve Side Letter Agreements Between TME-AFSCME Local 1117 (TME-AFSCME) and Management and Torrance Professional
and Supervisory Association (TPSA) and Management 4
8H. Accept and File Investment Report for the Month of October 2025 4 8I. Item number not used 4
8J. Adopt Categorical Exemption Under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 15301(c) – Existing Facilities (Class 1), Approve Specifications, and Award Public Works Agreement for Sidewalk Improvements for Disabled Accessibility, I-135 4
8K. Approve Second Amendment to Consulting Services Agreement for Torrance Airport Stormwater Basin Project, I-174 4
8L. Approve New Tri-Party Agreement for Usage of Recycled Water at the Torrance Refinery 5
8M. Adopt RESOLUTION Approving New Recycled Water Rate Structure and Approve Effective Date for New Recycled Water Rate Structure 5 8N. Approve First Amendment to Memorandum of Understanding with the South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG) for the Administration of Measure A Local Solutions Fund (C2025-215), Accept and Appropriate Funding, and Authorize the Mayor as Signatory for Lease Agreements 5
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9. HEARINGS
9A. Conduct Public Hearing and Consider Adoption of RESOLUTION Regarding Eligibility and Application of CEQA Exemption for 272-Unit Residential Condominium Development on Property Located in the P-D Zone at 2325 Crenshaw Boulevard (APN 7359-028-233), Herein Referred as the Torrance Del Amo Project: Rose Equities (Optimus Properties, LLC). (MOD25-00004) 6
10. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
10A. Accept and File Conceptual Report for International Program “Torrance Passport” and Discuss and Provide Direction on International Programming 7
10B. Adopt RESOLUTION of Intention to Establish Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 2026-01 (Public Services) and Future Annexation Area, Direct Staff to Record the Boundary Map, and Set a Date for a Public Hearing to Consider Formation of CFD No. 2026-01 and Calling for a Special Election 7-8
10C. Adopt RESOLUTIONS Calling 2026 General Municipal Election on June 2, 2026 8
11. AGENCY AGENDAS
12. COUNCIL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 9
13. CLOSED SESSION 9, 1
14. ADJOURNMENT 9
At 9:48 p.m., the City Council adjourned to Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. for closed session with regular business commencing at 6:30 p.m. in the LeRoy J. Jackson Council Chamber. Tuesday, January 20, 2026 is a City Council Dark Night. 3 Aleksander Alderete City Council
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January 13, 2026
MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE TORRANCE CITY COUNCIL
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Torrance City Council convened in a regular meeting on January 13, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Gerson, Kaji, Kalani, Lewis, Mattucci, Sheikh, and Mayor Chen
Absent: None
Present: City Manager Chaparyan, City Attorney Sullivan, City Clerk Rebecca Poirier and other staff representatives
Agenda item 13 was considered out of order at this time.
13. CLOSED SESSION
The City Council immediately recessed to closed session at 5:03 p.m. to confer with the City Manager and the City Attorney on agenda matters listed under 13A) Real Property – Conference With Real Property Negotiator, 13B) Conference With Labor Negotiator, and 13C) Conference With Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation - Litigation pursuant to California Government Code §54956.8, California Government Code § 54957.6, and California Government Code §54956.9(d)(2).
MOTION: Councilmember Kalani moved to approve the California Civil Rights Department v. City of Torrance IASC Case #25STC P04155 in closed session . Councilmember Lewis seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
The City Council also considered 13D) Conference With Legal Counsel – Initiation Of Litigation pursuant to California Government Code §54956.9(d)(4)
The City Council reconvened in public session at 6:43 p.m. City Attorney Sullivan stated that the City Council authorized the city to file a notice of appeal in the California Civil Rights Department v. City of Torrance case.
2. FLAG SALUTE/ INVOCATION
The flag salute was led by Councilmember Lewis.
The non-sectarian invocation was given by Councilmember Mattucci.
3. WITHDRAWN, DEFERRED OR SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS
Items 8L. Supplemental material was available for items 8N and 9A.
4. REPORT OF CITY CLERK ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA/ MOTION TO
WAIVE FURTHER READING
MOTION: Councilmember Lewis moved that after the City Clerk has read aloud the number and title of any resolution or ordinance on the meeting agenda, the further reading thereof shall be waived, reserving and guaranteeing to each Councilmember the right to demand the reading of any 4 Aleksander Alderete City Council
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such resolution or ordinance in regular order. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Kalani and passed by 7-0.
5. COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Chen requested to adjourn the meeting in memory of Dan Walker. He reminded the public about the Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count which would take place on January
22. He notified the public about rescheduling. State Legislative Advocacy Committee meeting would be 4 p.m. on February 2 and the Federal Legislative Advocacy Committee meeting would be at 5:30 p.m. on February 2.
Councilmember Mattucci stated that the Armed Forces Day Special Standing Committee met on January 12 and received an update on 2026 planning efforts.
Councilmember Kaji received concurrence to have staff pursue a federal earmark for World War II Japanese American Monument project . Councilmember Sheikh recognized the efforts of Assemblyman Muratsuchi and Kanji Sahara.
Councilmember Gerson received concurrence for Parks and Recreation to consider two parts. Part A to label the recommendation to rename Columbia Park as Ted T. Tanouye Park and Part B to add option 2 as described in the presentation to their community outreach and consideration.
6. COMMUNITY MATTERS
6A. ITEM NUMBER NOT USED
6B. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-01 HONORING LIEUTENANT CODY CHARLEY RESOLUTION NO. 2026-01 honoring Lieutenant Cody Charley upon his retirement from the City of Torrance after twenty-four years of service.
6C. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-02 HONORING OFFICER DUSTY GARVER RESOLUTION NO. 2026-02 honoring Officer Dusty Garver upon his retirement from the City of Torrance after twenty-six years of service.
6D. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-03 HONORING OFFICER HENRY FLORES RESOLUTION NO. 2026-03 honoring Officer Henry Flores upon his retirement from the City of Torrance after twenty-four years of service.
6E. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-04 HONORING MILO STANKO
RESOLUTION NO. 2026 -04 honoring Milo Stanko upon his retirement from the City of Torrance after forty-three years of service.
6F. RESOLUTION NO. 2026-05 HONORING LEILANI CORONA
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-05 honoring Leilani Corona upon her retirement from the City of Torrance after twenty years of service.
City Clerk Poirier read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026 -01 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA, HONORING POLICE
LIEUTENANT CODY CHARLEY UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE CITY AFTER TWENTY- FOUR YEARS OF SERVICE.
City Clerk Poirier read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026 -02 A RESOLUTION
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OFFICER DUSTY GARVER UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE CITY AFTER TWENTY-SIX YEARS OF SERVICE.
City Clerk Poirier read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026 -03 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA, HONORING POLICE
OFFICER HENRY FLORES UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE CITY AFTER TWENTY - FOUR YEARS OF SERVICE.
City Clerk Poirier read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026 -04 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA, HONORING MILO
STANKO UPON HIS RETIREMENT FROM THE CITY AFTER FORTY-THREE YEARS OF SERVICE.
City Clerk Poirier read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026 -05 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA, HONORING PUBLIC
SAFETY DISPATCHER LEILANI CORONA UPON HER RETIREMENT FROM THE CITY AFTER TWENTY YEARS OF SERVICE.
MOTION: Councilmember Mattucci moved to adopt Resolutions No. 2026 -01, 2026-02, 2026-03, 2026-04, and 2026-05. Councilmember Lewis seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
6G. PROCLAMATION DECLARING THE YEAR 2026 AS AMERICA’S 250TH (SEMIQUINCENTENNIAL) ANNIVERSARY
7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Members of the public spoke.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
8A. APPROVE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Recommendation of the City Clerk that City Council approve the City Council minutes of December 2, 2025.
8C. APPROVE PROPOSED CLASS SPECIFICATION FOR WIRELESS AND RADIO
SERVICES SUPERVISOR
Recommendation of the Civil Service Commission and Human Resources Director that City Council approve the proposed class specification for Wireless and Radio Services Supervisor.
8D. APPROVE PROPOSED CLASS SPECIFICATIONS FOR INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY ANALYST CLASSIFICATIONS
Recommendation of the Civil Service Commission and Human Resources Director that City Council:
1. Approve the proposed class specification for Information Technology Analyst Applications and Analytics; and
2. Approve the proposed class specification for Information Technology Analyst Infrastructure.
8E. APPROVE REVISED CLASS SPECIFICATION FOR INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
SPECIALIST
Recommendation of the Civil Service Commission and Human Resources Director that City Council approve the revised class specification for Information Technology Specialist. 6 Aleksander Alderete City Council
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8F. APPROVE PROPOSED CLASS SPECIFICATIONS FOR SYSTEMS ANALYST
CLASSIFICATIONS
Recommendation of the Civil Service Commission and Human Resources Director that City Council:
1. Approve the proposed class specification for Systems Analyst – Applications and Analytics; and
2. Approve the proposed class specification for Systems Analyst – Customer Support; and
3. Approve the proposed class specification for Systems Analyst – Cybersecurity; and 4.
Approve the proposed class specification for Systems Analyst – Infrastructure.
8G. APPROVE SIDE LETTER AGREEMENTS BETWEEN TME -AFSCME LOCAL 1117 (TME-AFSCME) AND MANAGEMENT AND TORRANCE PROFESSIONAL AND
SUPERVISORY ASSOCIATION (TPSA) AND MANAGEMENT
Recommendation of the City Manager that City Council:
1. Approve a side letter agreement between the Torrance Municipal Employees-AFSCME Local 1117 (TME -AFSCME) and Management to implement General Services Storekeepers and Welders 4-10 Schedule; and
2. Approve a side letter agreement between Torrance Professional and Supervisory Association (TPSA) and Management regarding new IT Department classifications; and
3. Approve a side letter agreement between Torrance Professional and Supervisory Association (TPSA) and Management regarding the Torrance Police Department Enhanced Recruitment and Incentive Program.
8H. ACCEPT AND FILE INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER 2025 Recommendation of the City Treasurer that City Council accept and file the Investment Report for the month of October 2025.
8I. ITEM NUMBER NOT USED
8J. ADOPT CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION UNDER CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) SECTION 15301(C) – EXISTING FACILITIES (CLASS 1),
APPROVE SPECIFICATIONS, AND AWARD PUBLIC WORKS AGREEMENT FOR SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS FOR DISABLED ACCESSIBILITY, I-135 Recommendation of the Public Works Director that City Council:
1. Adopt a finding that the project is categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(c) – Existing Facilities (Class 1) and that there are no features that distinguish this projec t from others in exempt class, and therefore, there are no unusual circumstances; and
2. Approve specifications for the Sidewalk Improvements for Disabled Accessibility, I-135 (B2025-17); and
3. Award a public works agreement to Kalban, Inc. of Santa Clarita, CA (B2025-17), in the amount of $798,355 and authorize a 15% contingency in the amount of $119,753, for construction of the Sidewalk Improvements for Disabled Accessibility, 1-135 for a two-year (2) period beginning January 13, 2026 and ending January 12, 2028.
8K. APPROVE SECOND AMENDMENT TO CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR TORRANCE AIRPORT STORMWATER BASIN PROJECT, I-174
Recommendation of the Public Works Director that City Council approve a second amendment to the consulting services agreement with Tetra Tech, Inc. of Irvine, CA (C2022-009), for the Torrance Airport Stormwater Basin Project, I -174 and to extend the term for an additional two -year period beginning January 25, 2026, and ending January 26, 2028.
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8L. APPROVE NEW TRI-PARTY AGREEMENT FOR USAGE OF RECYCLED WATER AT
THE TORRANCE REFINERY
Recommendation of the Public Works Director that City Council approve a new tri -party agreement between the City, the Torrance Refining Company, LLC (TORC), and the West Basin Municipal Water District (WBMWD) for the continued use of recycled water at the Torrance Refinery for a five -year (5) period, beginning February 1, 2026 and ending January 31, 2031, with one optional five-year renewal period.
8M. ADOPT RESOLUTION APPROVING NEW RECYCLED WATER RATE STRUCTURE
AND APPROVE EFFECTIVE DATE FOR NEW RECYCLED WATER RATE
STRUCTURE
Recommendation of the Public Works Director that City Council:
1. Adopt a RESOLUTION approving a new recycled water rate structure for all recycled water customers in the Torrance Municipal Water service area; and
2. Repeal Resolution No. 99-103 in its entirety; and
3. Approve February 1, 2026, as the effective date for the new recycled water rate structure to be implemented.
8N. APPROVE FIRST AMENDMENT TO MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH
THE SOUTH BAY CITIES COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (SBCCOG) FOR THE ADMINISTRATION OF MEASURE A LOCAL SOLUTIONS FUND (C2025 -215),
ACCEPT AND APPROPRIATE FUNDING, AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR AS
SIGNATORY FOR LEASE AGREEMENTS
Recommendation of the City Manager that City Council:
1. Approve first amendment to memorandum of understanding with the South Bay Cities Council of Governments (SBCCOG) for the administration of Measure A Local Solutions Fund (C2025-215); and
2. Accept and appropriate $40,000 from SBCCOG Measure A Local Solutions funding for single-room occupancy (SRO) beds to the Measure A Local Solutions Funds Grant project (GRTCD0005); and
3. Authorize the Mayor as the City’s signatory for the lease agreements for 6 SRO units with Sunshine 11 LP, subject to the prescribed terms.
City Clerk Poirier read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026 -09 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE ADOPTING NEW RECYCLED WATER
RATE STRUCTURE FOR CUSTOMERS IN THE TORRANCE MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE AREA.
MOTION: Councilmember Kalani moved to approve the Consent Calendar except 8B and approve Resolution No. 2026 -09. Councilmember Sheikh seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
MOTION: Councilmember Gerson moved to reconsider the Consent Calendar .
Councilmember Sheikh seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
MOTION: Councilmember Kalani moved to approve the Consent Calendar except items 8B and 8L and adopt Resolution No. 2026-09. Councilmember Sheikh seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
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*ITEM 8B WAS PULLED AND CONSIDERED SEPARATELY
8B. SECOND AND FINAL READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 3963
Second and Final Reading of ORDINANCE NO. 3963 amending Chapter 2 of Division 6 by amending Sections 62.1.1, 62.1.2, 62.1.3, 62.1.4, 62.1.8, repealing Sections 62.1.9,
62.1.10, 62.1.11, 62.1.12, 62.1.13, 62.2.1, 62.2.2, 62.2.3, 62.2.4, 62.2.5, 62.2.6, 62.2 .8,
62.2.9,62.2.10, 62.2.11, 62.2.12, and adding Sections 62.1.14, 62.1.15, 62.1.16 of the Torrance Municipal Code regulating bicycle use in the City of Torrance; and amending Chapter 9 of Division 4 by amending Section 49.2.7 to the Torrance Municipal Cod e regulating the use of parks and approval of the Ordinance Summary for publication. This item is for consideration of adoption of the ordinance only. The item was previously discussed, and action was taken at a prior council meeting.
Councilmember Kalani stated that she was hearing resident complaints about e-bikes and possible signage on restricting e-bikes at the parks. City Manager Chaparyan responded that they were doing education and signage.
MOTION: Councilmember Kalani moved to adopt Ordinance No. 3963 . Councilmember Lewis seconded the motion.
City Clerk Poirier read the number and title for Ordinance No. 3963 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2 OF DIVISION 6 BY AMENDING SECTIONS 62.1.1, 62.1.2, 62.1.3, 62.1.4, 62.1.8, REPEALING SECTIONS 62.1.9, 62.1.10, 62.1.11, 62.1.12, 62.1.13, 62.2.1, 62.2.2, 62.2.3, 62.2. 4, 62.2.5,
62.2.6, 62.2.8, 62.2.9, 62.2.10, 62.2.11, 62.2.12, AND ADDING SECTIONS 62.1.14, 62.1.15,
62.1.16 OF THE TORRANCE MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING BICYCLE USE IN THE CITY OF TORRANCE; AND AMENDING CHAPTER 9 OF DIVISION 4 BY AMENDING SECTION
49.2.7 TO THE TORRANCE MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING THE USE OF PARKS.
The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
9. HEARINGS
9A. CONDUCT PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION REGARDING ELIGIBILITY AND APPLICATION OF CEQA EXEMPTION FOR 272-UNIT
RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT ON PROPERTY LOCATED IN THE P- D ZONE AT 2325 CRENSHAW BOULEVARD (APN 7359 -028-233), HEREIN REFERRED AS THE TORRANCE DEL AMO PROJECT: ROSE EQUITIES (OPTIMUS PROPERTIES, LLC). (MOD25-00004)
Recommendation of the Community Development Director that City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing, and
2. Adopt a RESOLUTION adopting additional conditions of approval for the Torrance Del Amo Project (“Project”) and making factual findings exempting the Project from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 21080.66 of the California Public Resources Code (AB 130). (MOD25-00004).
MOTION: Mayor Chen moved to continue the hearing to February 24, 2026 .
Councilmember Gerson seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
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10. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
10A. ACCEPT AND FILE CONCEPTUAL REPORT FOR INTERNATIONAL PROGRAM “TORRANCE PASSPORT” AND DISCUSS AND PROVIDE DIRECTION ON
INTERNATIONAL PROGRAMMING
Recommendation of the City Manager that City Council:
1. Accept and file the conceptual report for the international program “Torrance Passport”; and
2. Discuss and provide direction on proposed international programming.
Public Engagement Manager Jin Chun introduced the item to the City Council. She used slides to overview the program for the “Torrance Passport”.
Members of the public spoke.
Councilmember Mattucci and Public Engagement Manager Chun discussed the idea of everyone being able to participate not just Torrance residents. They also overviewed the process of sharing the campaign on social media.
Councilmember Sheikh stated that it would be better to utilize the My Torrance CA app and to leverage the technology . Public Engagement Manager Chun stated that there would not be enough time to implement that into the app.
Councilmember Lewis suggested that a unique QR code would help with things such as the map or to have promotions.
MOTION: Councilmember Mattucci moved to approve item 10A while looking into the digital aspects and to regroup after April 26, 2026. Councilmember Kalani seconded the motion.
The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
10B. ADOPT RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO ESTABLISH COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT (CFD) NO. 2026 -01 (PUBLIC SERVICES) AND FUTURE ANNEXATION
AREA, DIRECT STAFF TO RECORD THE BOUNDARY MAP, AND SET A DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER FORMATION OF CFD NO. 2026 -01 A ND
CALLING FOR A SPECIAL ELECTION
Recommendation of the Finance Director that City Council:
1. Adopt a RESOLUTION of Intention to Establish Community Facilities District (CFD)No. 2026-01 (Public Services) and Future Annexation Area; and
2. Direct staff to record the Boundary Map by January 28, 2026; and
3. Set a date of February 24, 2026 for a Public Hearing to consider formation of CFDNo. 2026-01 and calling for a Special Election in accordance with the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982.
Finance Director Sheila Poisson introduced the item to the City Council.
No members of the public spoke.
Councilmember Sheikh and Finance Director Poisson discussed the amount generated by the CFD and if it would be restricted by some categories.
Councilmember Mattucci and Finance Director Poisson discussed the cost.
Councilmember Mattucci stated that he understood why its done but that it was a high cost.
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Councilmember Kaji and Finance Director Poisson discussed the process and why this was being done.
Councilmember Sheikh and Finance Director Poisson overviewed the possibility of lobbying to help with the funds.
Councilmember suggested tabling the item due to affordability issues. He and Finance Director Ian Dailey overviewed the revenue and tax structure. Councilmember Mattucci reiterated that given high rent then adding more burden onto the residents was too much.
Councilmember Sheikh and Community Development Director Ramirez discussed the scope of units affected. They overviewed the CFT charges, such as for 5 units.
City Clerk Poirier read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026-10 RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO ESTABLISH CITY OF TORRANCE COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2026-01 (PUBLIC SERVICES), AND FUTURE ANNEXATION AREAS, AND TO AUTHORIZE THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES THEREIN.
MOTION: Councilmember Kaji moved to adopt Resolution No. 2026-10. Councilmember Sheikh seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 6-1 with Councilmember Mattucci voting no.
10C. ADOPT RESOLUTIONS CALLING 2026 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION ON JUNE 2, 2026
Recommendation of the City Clerk that City Council:
1. Adopt a RESOLUTION calling a General Municipal Election on Tuesday, June 2, 2026, for the purpose of electing Mayor, three Councilmembers for Districts 1, 3, and 5; City Clerk and City Treasurer; and
2. Adopt a RESOLUTION requesting the Los Angeles County Board of Supervisors to agree to consolidate the election on the Statewide Direct Primary Ballot; and
3. Adopt a RESOLUTION stating policy and regulations for candidate’s statements.
Deputy City Clerk III Crystal Cammarota introduced the item to the City Council.
Members of the public spoke.
City Clerk Poirier read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026 -06 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026,
FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE CHARTER.
City Clerk Poirier read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026 -07 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON JUNE 2, 2026, WITH THE STATEWIDE PRIMARY ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE DATE PURSUANT TO §104 03 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE.
City Clerk Poirier read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026 -08 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
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STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026.
MOTION: Councilmember Gerson moved to adopt Resolution No. 2026-06, 2026-07, and 2026-08. Councilmember Lewis seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
11. AGENCY AGENDAS – None Scheduled.
12. CITY COUNCIL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
No members of the public spoke.
Councilmember Gerson, Councilmember Kaji, Councilmember Kalani, Councilmember Lewis, Councilmember Mattucci, Councilmember Sheikh and Mayor Chen spoke.
13. CLOSED SESSION
The City Council returned to closed session at 8:17 p.m. to confer on matters listed earlier.
The City Council returned from closed session at 9:47 p.m.
14. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Councilmember Gerson moved to adjourn the City Council meeting at 9:48 p.m. to Tuesday, January 27, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. for closed session with regular business commencing at 6:30 p.m. in the LeRoy J. Jackson Council Chamber. Tuesday, January 20, 2026 is a City Council Dark Night. Councilmember Kalani seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 6-1 with Councilmember Sheikh voting no.
Attest: Mayor of the City of Torrance
Rebecca Poirier Approved on February 10, 2026
City Clerk of the City of Torrance
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