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Date: May 5, 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 March 24, 2026, April 7, 2026, and April 14, 2026.
FUNDING
None required.
ATTACHMENTS
1. March 24, 2026, STA City Council Minutes
2. April 7, 2026, STA City Council Minutes
3. April 14, 2026, STA City Council Minutes
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INDEX
TORRANCE CITY COUNCIL – MARCH 24, 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 Withdrawn, Deferred or Supplemental Items 1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. Introduction of the Torrance High School Delegates for Kashiwa Trip 2 6B. Cherry Blossom Festival Announcement 2
6C. Ralph Steadman Exhibition 2
6D. Proclamation declaring March 25, 2026 as National Medal of Honor Day in the City of Torrance, California 2
7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 2
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
8A. Approve City Council Minutes 2
8B. Approve Amendments to Measure R Transit Investment Funding Agreements 2-3
8C. Authorize Purchase Order of One (1) Stencil Truck as a Cooperative Purchase with Sourcewell 3
8D. Authorize Purchase Order for Three (3) 2025 Toyota Sienna Hybrids with ADA Ramp for the Connect Torrance Microtransit Service 3 8E. Approve Side Letter Agreement Between Torrance Municipal Employees-AFSCME Local 1117 (TME-AFSCME) and Management Regarding Wireless Technicians and the Torrance Police Department Recruitment and Retention Pilot Program 3
8F. Authorize Purchase Order of Two (2) Animal Control Trucks, One (1) Service Truck, and One (1) Airport Response Truck as a Cooperative Purchase with Sourcewell 3
8G. Approve First Amendment to Contract Services Agreement for the Creation of an Emergency Operations Center (EOC) - Fire Station 1 3-4 8H. Approve Memorandum of Agreement with the County of Los Angeles for Police Recruit Training 4
8I. Approve Proposed Class Specification for Project Manager – Information Technology 4
8J. Approve Revised Class Specification for Public Works Supervisor 4 8K. Approve Revised Class Specification for Police Records Technician 4 8L. Accept and File 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and Authorize Submission to the California Department of Housing and Community Development and Governor's Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation 4
8M. Approve a Mills Act Contract for Historic Landmark #4 (HPC25-00007) for a Residence Located within the Torrance Tract Overlay in a Single-Family Residential (R-1) Zone at 1504 Acacia Avenue and Determine an Exemption from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) 4 8N. Approve Revised Fourth Amendment to Contract Services Agreement for Employee Payroll Services 4-5
8O. Accept and File Investment Report for the Month of January 2026 5 8P. Accept and File Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2 ATTACHMENT 1
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Ended 2024-25, Accept and File Fiscal Year 2025-26 Mid-Year Budget Review Report, and Approve Proposed Program Modifications and Budget Adjustments 5
8Q. Approve Tenth Amendment to Fee Agreement for Legal Services 5 8R. Award Consulting Services Agreement for Owner’s Representative Services for New Parking Structure at Transit Regional Center 5
9. HEARINGS
9A. Conduct a Public Hearing and Adopt RESOLUTION to Uphold the Appeal and for the Approval of a Minor Hillside Exemption (MHE24-00037) to allow an as-built rear yard deck on property located within the Hillside Overlay in the Single-Family Residential District (R-1) Zone at 5608 White Court and Determine a Categorical Exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) 5-8
10. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
10A. Accept and File the Economic Development Update and Discuss and Provide Direction on Proposed Economic Development Initiatives 8-9 10B. Adopt RESOLUTION Opposing the Essential Services Restoration Act, Los Angeles County General Sales Tax Measure, and Authorize Letter to Oppose Assembly Bill No. 1768 9
11. AGENCY AGENDAS
11A. Public Housing Agency
12. COUNCIL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 9
13. CLOSED SESSION 1, 10
14. ADJOURNMENT 10
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March 24, 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 March 24, 2026 at 5:03 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Gerson, Kalani, Lewis, Mattucci, and Mayor Chen
Absent: Councilmembers Kaji, Sheikh
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 5:04 p.m. to confer with the City Manager and the City Attorney on agenda matters listed under 1 3A) Conference With Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation, 13B) Real Property – Conference With Real Property Negotiator, and 13C) Conference With Labor Negotiator - Litigation pursuant to California Government Code §54956.9(d)(1), California Government Code §54956.8, California Government Code §54957.6.
Councilmember Kaji arrived at 5:10 p.m.
Councilmember Sheikh arrived at 5:12 p.m.
The City Council reconvened in public session at 6:53 p.m. No formal action was taken on any item considered in closed session.
Councilmember Gerson disclosed that he had recused himself due to matters related to TUSD.
Councilmember Kaji requested to adjourn the meeting in honor of Chuck Norris.
2. FLAG SALUTE/ INVOCATION
The flag salute was led by Boy Scout Troop 378.
The non-sectarian invocation was given by Councilmember Lewis.
3. WITHDRAWN, DEFERRED OR SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS
Supplemental material was available for items 8B, 9A, and 11A.
4. REPORT OF CITY CLERK ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA/ MOTION TO
WAIVE FURTHER READING
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such resolution or ordinance in regular order. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Kaji and passed by 7-0.
5. COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Chen overviewed the Samurai of the Diamond mural in Torrance, and the unveiling ceremony and proclamation and key to the city for Robert Vargas. He recapped the Federal Legislative Advocacy trip to Washington D.C. and the California Roundtable.
Councilmember Gerson received concurrence to have staff look at the idea of costs and design for modifications at Hickory Park.
City Clerk Poirier stated that there were applications being accepted for City commissions and SST committee. June 23 was the date appointments would take place. Application deadline was May 28 by 5pm and postmarks were not accepted. Applicants must be an elector of the City of Torrance and have completed city commissioner training within 2 years. Commissioners applying for r e-appointment must also be current on AB1234 and non -supervisory harassment prevention training. She continued that June 2 was the Ge neral Municipal Election. March 26 at 8:30am the Chamber of Commerce would host a candidate forum. March 26 at 7pm the North Torrance Neighborhood Association would host a candidate forum for Mayor and City Treasurer candidates. April 1 at 8:30am the Chamber of Commerce would host a Mayor and City Treasurer forum. April 6 at 7pm the Riviera and Seaside Associations would host a candidate forum for Mayor, City Treasurer and District 5 council candidates.
6. COMMUNITY MATTERS
6A. INTRODUCTION OF THE TORRANCE HIGH SCHOOL DELEGATES FOR KASHIWA TRIP
6B. CHERRY BLOSSOM FESTIVAL ANNOUNCEMENT
6C. RALPH STEADMAN EXHIBITION
6D. PROCLAMATION DECLARING MARCH 25, 2026 AS NATIONAL MEDAL OF HONOR
DAY IN THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA
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 February 24, 2026.
8B. APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO MEASURE R TRANSIT INVESTMENT FUNDING
AGREEMENTS
Recommendation of the Transit Director that City Council:
1. Approve amendment to Measure R Transit Investment Funding Agreement MR524.06 with the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA), for the purchase of trolleybuses for a new circular service in Torrance (C2022-150) and to extend the term through July 31, 2026; and
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2. Approve amendment to Measure R Transit Investment Funding Agreement MR524.07 with LACMTA, for the purchase of expansion revenue buses (C2022 -151) and to extend the term through December 31, 2027; and
3. Approve amendment to Measure R Transit Investment Funding Agreement MR524.08 with LACMTA, for the construction of a parking structure at the Mary K. Giordano Regional Transit Center (C2022-152) and to extend the term through June 30, 2028; and
4. Approve amendment to Measure R Transit Investment Funding Agreement MR524.09 with LACMTA, for the purchase of vehicles for the microtransit expansion of the Torrance Community Transit Program (C2022-163) and to extend the term through March 31, 2026; and
5. Approve amendment to Measure R Transit Investment Funding Agreement MR524.10 with LACMTA, for the construction of a heavy-duty electric charging station (C2022-164) and to extend the term through December 31, 2026.
8C. AUTHORIZE PURCHASE ORDER OF ONE (1) STENCIL TRUCK AS A COOPERATIVE
PURCHASE WITH SOURCEWELL
Recommendation of the General Services Director and Public Works Director that City Council authorize a purchase order with National Auto Fleet Group of Watsonville, CA, in the amount of $170,704.89, plus a 5% contingency in the amount of $8,535.24, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $179,240.13, for one (1) Stencil Truck as a cooperative purchase with Sourcewell.
8D. AUTHORIZE PURCHASE ORDER FOR THREE (3) 2025 TOYOTA SIENNA HYBRIDS
WITH ADA RAMP FOR THE CONNECT TORRANCE MICROTRANSIT SERVICE Recommendation of the General Services Director and Transit Director that City Council authorize a purchase order with MobilityWorks of California LLC, in the amount of $222,467.10, plus a 5% contingency in the amount of $11,123.36, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $233,590.46 for three (3) 2025 Toyota Sienna Hybrids with ADA -equipped wheelchair ramps for the Connect Torrance Microtransit service.
8E. APPROVE SIDE LETTER AGREEMENT BETWEEN TORRANCE MUNICIPAL EMPLOYEES-AFSCME LOCAL 1117 (TME -AFSCME) AND MANAGEMENT
REGARDING WIRELESS TECHNICIANS AND THE TORRANCE POLICE
DEPARTMENT RECRUITMENT AND RETENTION PILOT PROGRAM
Recommendation of the City Manager that City Council approve a side letter agreement between the Torrance Municipal Employees -AFSCME Local 1117 (TME -AFSCME) and Management regarding Wireless Technicians and the Torrance Police Department Recruitment and Retention Incentive Program.
8F. AUTHORIZE PURCHASE ORDER OF TWO (2) ANIMAL CONTROL TRUCKS, ONE (1) SERVICE TRUCK, AND ONE (1) AIRPORT RESPONSE TRUCK AS A COOPERATIVE
PURCHASE WITH SOURCEWELL
Recommendation of the General Services Director and Community Services Director that City Council authorize a purchase order with Rush Truck Centers of Whittier, CA, in the amount of $495,710.57 plus a 5% contingency in the amount of $24,785.53, for a tota l not-to-exceed amount of $520,496.10 for two (2) animal control trucks, one (1) service truck, and one (1) airport response truck as a cooperative purchase with Sourcewell.
8G. APPROVE FIRST AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR THE CREATION OF AN EMERGENCY OPERATIONS CENTER (EOC) - FIRE STATION 1 Recommendation of the General Services Director that City Council approve a first amendment to contract services agreement with Williamson Construction Co., Inc., of Lawndale, CA (C2025-278), to increase the contract contingency by $31,148.50 for a new 6 Aleksander Alderete City Council
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not-to-exceed contingency amount of $93,445.50 and new project total amount of $404,931.50 for the Emergency Operations Center (EOC) - Fire Station 1.
8H. APPROVE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES
FOR POLICE RECRUIT TRAINING
Recommendation of the Chief of Police that City Council approve a Memorandum of Agreement with the County of Los Angeles for police recruit training.
8I. APPROVE PROPOSED CLASS SPECIFICATION FOR PROJECT MANAGER -
INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY
Recommendation of the Human Resources Director that City Council approve the proposed class specification for Project Manager – Information Technology.
8J. APPROVE REVISED CLASS SPECIFICATION FOR PUBLIC WORKS SUPERVISOR Recommendation of the Civil Service Commission and Human Resources Director that City Council approve the revised class specification for Public Works Supervisor.
8K. APPROVE REVISED CLASS SPECIFICATION FOR POLICE RECORDS TECHNICIAN Recommendation of the Civil Service Commission and Human Resources Director that City Council approve the revised class specification for Police Records Technician.
8L. ACCEPT AND FILE 2025 HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT AND
AUTHORIZE SUBMISSION TO THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND GOVERNOR'S OFFICE OF LAND USE AND
CLIMATE INNOVATION
Recommendation of the Community Development Director that City Council:
1. Accept and file the 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report; and
2. Authorize staff to submit the 2025 Housing Element Progress Report to the California Department of Housing and Community Development; and
3. Authorize staff to submit the 2025 Housing Element Progress Report to the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation.
8M. APPROVE A MILLS ACT CONTRACT FOR HISTORIC LANDMARK #4 (HPC25-00007)
FOR A RESIDENCE LOCATED WITHIN THE TORRANCE TRACT OVERLAY IN A SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (R -1) ZONE AT 1504 ACACIA AVENUE AND
DETERMINE AN EXEMPTION FROM CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA)
Recommendation of Historic Preservation Commission and Community Development Director that City Council:
1. Determine a Categorical Exemption for the project in accordance with Guidelines for Implementation of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), Article 19, Section 15331 (Historic Resource Rehabilitation/Restoration); and
2. Approve a Mills Act contract for a Historic Landmark designated residence within the Torrance Tract Overlay in a R-1 Zone at 1504 Acacia.
8N. APPROVE REVISED FOURTH AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT SERVICES
AGREEMENT FOR EMPLOYEE PAYROLL SERVICES
Recommendation of the Information Technology Director and Finance Director that City Council approve the revised fourth amendment to the contract services agreement with ADP, LLC of Roseland, NJ (C2018-060), in the amount of $19.61 per employee per month (PEPM) for salaried employees and $20.95 PEPM for hourly employees for a total approximate amount of $920,000, and extend the contract term through December 31, 2027 with up to five annual options for renewal. The revised fourth amendment 7 Aleksander Alderete City Council
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incorporates updated contractual terms provided by ADP, including revisions associated with third-party software services utilized as part of the City’s payroll processing system.
8O. ACCEPT AND FILE INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2026 Recommendation of the City Treasurer that City Council accept and file the Investment Report for the month of January 2026.
8P. ACCEPT AND FILE ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR ENDED 2024 -25, ACCEPT AND FILE FISCAL YEAR 2025 -26 MID -YEAR
BUDGET REVIEW REPORT, AND APPROVE PROPOSED PROGRAM
MODIFICATIONS AND BUDGET ADJUSTMENTS
Recommendation of the Finance and Governmental Operations Committee that City Council:
1. Accept and file the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for the fiscal year ended 2024-2025; and
2. Accept and file the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Mid-Year Budget Review Report; and
3. Approve the proposed program modifications in the fiscal year 2025 -26 operating expenditure budget in the amount of $31,954 in the General Services Department; and
4. Approve the proposed increase to the Airport Fund’s fiscal year 2025 -26 operating expenditure budget in the amount of $4,500,000; and
5. Approve the proposed increase to the Self -Insurance Fund’s fiscal year 2025 -26 operating expenditure budget in the amount of $2,000,000.
8Q. APPROVE TENTH AMENDMENT TO FEE AGREEMENT FOR LEGAL SERVICES Recommendation of the City Attorney that City Council approve a tenth amendment to the fee agreement with law firm Rutan & Tucker, LLP of Costa Mesa, CA (C2020 -038), to increase the attorney cap rate under the fee agreement to $525 per hour, to cover costs and provide legal services relating to the 2020 Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board Order/Hi-Shear litigation.
8R. AWARD CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR OWNER’S REPRESENTATIVE
SERVICES FOR NEW PARKING STRUCTURE AT TRANSIT REGIONAL CENTER Recommendation of the General Services Director that City Council award a consulting services agreement to MOCA Systems, Inc. for an amount not-to-exceed $1,809,600, for Owner’s Representative services for a new parking structure at the Transit Regional Center, for a period beginning March 24, 2026, and ending February 28, 2030.
MOTION: Councilmember Sheikh moved to approve the Consent Calendar in its entirety.
Councilmember Lewis seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
9. HEARINGS
9A. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPT RESOLUTION TO UPHOLD THE APPEAL AND FOR THE APPROVAL OF A MINOR HILLSIDE EXEMPTION (MHE24 - 00037) TO ALLOW AN AS -BUILT REAR YARD DECK ON PROPERTY LOCATED
WITHIN THE HILLSIDE OVERLAY IN THE SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (R-1) ZONE AT 5608 WHITE COURT AND DETERMINE A CATEGORICAL
EXEMPTION FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) Recommendation of the Planning Commission and the Community Development Director that City Council:
1. Conduct a public hearing; and
2. Uphold the appeal; and
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3. Adopt a RESOLUTION for the approval of MHE24-00037 to allow an as-built rear yard deck on property located within the Hillside Overlay in the R-1 Zone at 5608 White Court; and
4. Determine a Categorical Exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); Article 19, Section 15303(e) (New Construction and Accessory Structures).
Councilmembers Kalani and Sheikh disclosed they visited the sites and met with the owners but would make their decision based on evidence presented during the meeting.
Councilmember Kaji and Mayor Chen disclosed that they visited the sites but would make their decision based on evidence presented during the meeting.
Senior Planner Leo Oorts used slides to introduce the item to the City Council. The slides included project locations, project plans, site photos, Hillside Overlay and a staff recommendation.
Applicant Shuji Yamada and Lori Yamada, owners at the White Court property, overviewed the reasoning for their application and the various photographs demonstrating the view from the property, and explained that the before and after the deck are nearly identical.
Members of the public were allowed to speak at this time.
Senise Mones stated that the appeal should be denied and recounted the clearing of mud and floods that have happened since the project. She continued the project was built without permits or reviews. She stated that there would be loss of privacy as well.
A member of the public stated that there were serious safety concerns with the project and that the deck was built without permit. She continued that the privacy was harmed from the deck.
Alina Fu stated that the new deck harmed her privacy. She continued that the deck harms the natural topography of the area.
Ellen C. stated that there is a family that has experienced mental stress from the loss of privacy. She added that it would be hard to find a new tenant if the current tenant moved out.
A member of the public supported denying the appeal. She stated that the deck was oversized and that neighbors would be negatively impacted.
Collin Baker requested that the appeal be denied. He continued this would set a bad precedent that would allow others to create oversized decks. He stated that there would be substantial impact to privacy.
Gongqing Shen stated that the decision made to allow the deck was not fair to future homebuyers.
Paul McNamara stated that his scout group should see the City Council debate the merit of the permit for the deck.
Deborah Dbashi stated that she lived in her house before the deck was built and that she has been harmed by the privacy. She added that now her home is getting flooded after the deck was built.
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John Krukston stated that no grading plan and geological report then there could be potential problems for homes downhill and uphill.
Matthew Harley stated that the waiver request should be denied. He added there needed to be setbacks.
The proponent stated that all documents and reports have been submitted that were required by the city. She continued that photos indicate that the deck is the same level as the house and that the view was able to be demonstrated from multiple vantage points and so privacy impact would not be significant. She stated that they would continue working with the city.
Community Development Director Ramirez clarified that the applicant would still need to go through safety and meet all of the building code regulations separately. She continued that city staff has not reviewed those so there could be more requirements such as drainage.
Councilmember Lewis and Senior Planner Oorts discussed why permits were not pulled and the process for any corrections if there are any drainage issues, as well as anything that potentially could require the setback to happen if found deficient.
Councilmember Kalani and Community Development Director Ramirez discussed the safety issues such as the water moving down to the neighbors below.
Councilmember Kalani inquired about any grading that was done or any ground extension or modifications when the deck was built. The proponent stated that he did not recall but that they did remove the shrub at the end of the property.
Councilmember Kalani and one of the neighbors of the property overviewed the deck and how privacy was affected.
Councilmember Sheikh and Senior Planner Oorts discussed what was assessed during the field assessments. They overviewed all safety concerns and how they were evaluated. They further discussed the process of the Planning Commission and the complaints that were made.
Community Development Director Ramirez described consequences for violations of municipal code.
Councilmember Sheikh and Senior Planner Oorts discussed some of the addresses that were contacted but no dialogue was able to be established.
Councilmember Sheikh and the resident at 20527 deliberated over the photos that depict the distance from the fence and any potential privacy issues.
Councilmember Mattucci stated that not much has changed in terms of privacy. He voiced concern over the rolls of plastic on the dirt and that if rain water got there then dirt could shift. He overviewed the blue line with Senior Planner Oorts. Him and Senior Planner Oorts discussed how shrub height could be used and if there were recommendations for or against, or if a fence could be utilized.
Councilmember Mattucci argued that in looking at the before and after, then the deck is not adding much height at all. He stated that a permit and proper channels should have been used. Overall, he concluded that there has not been substantial adverse impacts from the additions. Councilmember Mattucci stated that he did not support the way it was done but respected that it follows the code.
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Councilmember Kaji did not support building without a permit and stated that he would make a decision based on the evidence presented and the debate being had.
Councilmember Gerson stated that the efforts made by the proponent were good. He and Senior Planner Oorts overviewed the blue line and what it represents. They further discussed when the deck was built and the timeline of events.
Councilmember Kalani stated that it does meet code and that she did not see any measurable difference from being at the site. She agreed on concerns about the plastic. Her and Senior Planner Oorts discussed the options for after evaluations are done.
Councilmember Kalani and Senior Planner Oorts overviewed the deck and any possible overextension of property, and that any possible action could be taken after evaluation.
MOTION: Councilmember Kaji moved to close the public hearing. Councilmember Sheikh seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
City Clerk Poirier read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026-27 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE, CALIFORNIA, AS PROVIDED FOR IN DIVISION 9, CHAPTER 1, ARTICLE 41 OF THE TORRANCE MUNICIPAL CODE FOR THE
APPROVAL OF A MINOR HILLSIDE EXEMPTION TO ALLOW AN AS -BUILT REAR YARD
DECK ON PROPERTY LOCATED WITHIN THE HILLSIDE OVERLAY IN THE SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT (R-1) ZONE AT 5608 WHITE COURT.
MOTION: Councilmember Mattucci moved to uphold the appeal, adopt Resolution for approval for MHE24 -00037, adopt Resolution No. 2026 -27, address the issues with the encroachment, drainage and any other city code issues and including any assess fines .
Councilmember Lewis seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
The City Council went to recess at 9:32 p.m. The City Council returned from recess at 9:45 p.m.
10. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
10A. ACCEPT AND FILE THE ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT UPDATE AND DISCUSS AND
PROVIDE DIRECTION ON PROPOSED ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT INITIATIVES Recommendation of the City Manager that City Council:
1. Accept and file the Economic Development update; and
2. Discuss and provide direction on proposed Economic Development initiatives.
Economic Development Manager Fran Fulton introduced the item to the City Council using slides.
No members of the public spoke.
Councilmember Lewis and Economic Development Manager Fulton discussed the option of the digital passport.
Councilmember Sheikh and Economic Development Manager Fulton discussed any stats on business license increases.
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Assistant City Manager Santana discussed methods for encouraging businesses into the program. City Manager Chaparyan overviewed the ways they are encouraging businesses to participate in the program and any investigations of grant programs.
MOTION: Councilmember Kalani moved to approve 10A and to possibly expand options to the commercial façade program to lowering or waiving fees or to increase budget .
Councilmember Lewis seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
10B. ADOPT RESOLUTION OPPOSING THE ESSENTIAL SERVICES RESTORATION ACT,
LOS ANGELES COUNTY GENERAL SALES TAX MEASURE, AND AUTHORIZE LETTER TO OPPOSE ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 1768
Recommendation of the City Manager and Finance Director that City Council:
1. Adopt a RESOLUTION opposing The Essential Services Restoration Act, Los Angeles County General Sales Tax Measure and Assembly Bill 1768; and
2. Authorize letter to oppose Assembly Bill No. 1768.
Staff Assistant Irene O’Neal introduced the item to the City Council.
Councilmember Gerson noted the higher tax rate of Los Angeles County versus Orange County.
City Clerk Poirier read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026-28 A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE OPPOSING THE ESSENTIAL
SERVICES RESTORATION ACT, LOS ANGELES COUNTY GENERAL SALES TAX MEASURE AND OPPOSING ASSEMBLY BILL 1768 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TRANSACTIONS AND USE TAX.
MOTION: Councilmember Kalani moved to approve item 10B and to authorize a letter to oppose the assembly bill and adopt Resolution No. 2026 -28. Councilmember Lewis seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
The City Council recessed at 10:23p.m.
11. AGENCY AGENDAS
11A. PUBLIC HOUSING AGENDA (CONSIDERED SEPARATELY)
The City Council reconvened at 10:31p.m.
12. CITY COUNCIL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Members of the public spoke.
Councilmember Gerson, Councilmember Kaji, Councilmember Kalani, Councilmember Lewis, Councilmember Mattucci, Councilmember Sheikh and Mayor Chen spoke.
Councilmember Mattucci received concurrence to bring back an item to discuss options clarifying concerns about the Hillside Overlay.
Councilmember Mattucci did not receive concurrence to bring back an item to Parks and Recreation to explore waiving the park rental fees for Torrance residents but still keeping the security deposits.
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13. CLOSED SESSION
Considered earlier, see page 1.
14. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Councilmember Gerson moved to adjourn the City Council meeting at 10:45 p.m. to Tuesday, April 7, 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, March 31, 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 May 5, 2026
City Clerk of the City of Torrance
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INDEX
TORRANCE CITY COUNCIL – APRIL 7, 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
5. Council Committee Meetings and Announcements 1-2
6. COMMUNITY MATTERS
6A. Recognition of Friends of the Library Board Member Ron Kimmel 2 6B. Proclamation declaring the month of April 2026 as DMV/Donate Life Month in the City of Torrance 2
7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 2
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
8A. Approve City Council Minutes 2
8B. Accept and File the 2025 Planning Commission Annual Report 2 8C. Authorize Purchase Order for Two (2) Spray Dump Trucks and One (1) Elliott 1870 Boom Truck as a Cooperative Purchase with Sourcewell 2 8D. Adopt Categorical Exemption Under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and Approve License Agreement for Use of City-Owned Property for Operation of a Mobile Coffee Cart at Katy Geissert Civic Center Library Plaza 5
8E. Award Consulting Services Agreement to Provide Professional Design Services for the Preliminary Design and Environmental Analysis of Multi-Use Active Transportation Trail Project 2
8F. Approve Design-Build Agreement for Alta Loma Park Playground Replacement as a Cooperative Purchase with Sourcewell and Adopt Categorical Exemption Pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15301 – Existing Facilities and Section 15302 – Replacement or Reconstruction 2-3
8G. Approve Third Amendment to Consulting Services Agreement for Torrance Regional Transit Center Soil Management Plan 3 8H. Award Consulting Services Agreement for External Auditing Services 3 8I. Adopt Categorical Exemption Under California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Section 15301 and Adopt RESOLUTIONS Approving Grant of Easement on Portion of City-Owned Property Located North on Del Amo Boulevard and Maple Avenue and License Agreement for Portion of a Public Right-of-Way on Prairie Avenue 3
8J. Approve Proposed Class Specification for Deputy Information Technology Director/Chief Information Security Officer 3-4 8K. Adopt RESOLUTIONS Setting Forth Hours, Wages, and Working Conditions for Certain Full-time Employees and Executive and Management Employees and Approve Program Modification 4 8L. Authorize Agreement for Teams Cloud Voice Transformation Implementation Services and Appropriate Funds 4-5
10. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS
11. AGENCY AGENDAS
12. COUNCIL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 5
13. CLOSED SESSION 1, 5
14. ADJOURNMENT 6
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At 9:14 p.m., the City Council adjourned to Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. for Closed Session in the LeRoy J. Jackson Council Chamber.
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE TORRANCE CITY COUNCIL
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Torrance City Council convened in a regular meeting on April 7, 2026 at 5:01 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 5:02 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 Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation, and 13C) Conference With Labor Negotiator - Litigation pursuant to California Government Code §54956.8, California Government Code §54956.9(d)(1), and California Government Code §54957.6.
The City Council reconvened in public session at 6:38 p.m. No formal action was taken on any item considered in closed session.
2. FLAG SALUTE/ INVOCATION
The flag salute was led by Councilmember Kalani.
The non-sectarian invocation was given by Councilmember Mattucci.
3. WITHDRAWN, DEFERRED OR SUPPLEMENTAL ITEMS
Items 8E and 8F were deferred. Supplemental material was available online.
4. REPORT OF CITY CLERK ON POSTING OF THE AGENDA/ MOTION TO
WAIVE FURTHER READING
MOTION: Councilmember Kalani 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 such resolution or ordinance in regular order. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Lewis and passed by 7-0.
5. COUNCIL COMMITTEE MEETINGS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Clerk Poirier announced that applications for SST and Commissions. June 23rd would be the date for SST and committee appointments. May 8th at 5pm was the application deadline.
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Social Services Chairperson Karen Prior encouraged the public to participate in the toiletry drive.
6. COMMUNITY MATTERS
6A. RECOGNITION OF FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY BOARD MEMBER RON KIMMEL
6B. PROCLAMATION DECLARING THE MONTH OF APRIL 2026 AS DMV/DONATE LIFE
MONTH IN THE CITY OF TORRANCE
7. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Members of the public spoke.
City Attorney Sullivan explained the process of protected speech.
Councilmember Sheikh stated that his opponent in the election was carrying out a smear campaign against him.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
8A. APPROVE CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Recommendation of the City Clerk that City Council approve the City Council minutes of March 3, 2026.
8B. ACCEPT AND FILE THE 2025 PLANNING COMMISSION ANNUAL REPORT Recommendation of the Planning Commission and Community Development Director that City Council accept and file the 2025 Planning Commission Annual Report.
8C. AUTHORIZE PURCHASE ORDER FOR TWO (2) SPRAY DUMP TRUCKS AND ONE (1) ELLIOTT 1870 BOOM TRUCK AS A COOPERATIVE PURCHASE WITH
SOURCEWELL
Recommendation of the General Services Director and Public Works Director that City Council authorize a purchase order with Nixon -Elgi Co. of Ontario, CA, in the amount of $947,868.72, plus a 5% contingency in the amount of $47,393.44, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $995,262.15, for two (2) Spray Dump Trucks mounted on Ford F650’s and one (1) Elliott 1870 Boom Truck mounted on a Ford F750 as a cooperative purchase with Sourcewell.
8E. AWARD CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL
DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE PRELIMINARY DESIGN AND ENVIRONMENTAL
ANALYSIS OF MULTI-USE ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION TRAIL PROJECT Recommendation of the Community Development Director that City Council award a consulting services agreement to RRM Design Group of San Juan Capistrano, CA (RFP No. B2025-24), for an amount not-to-exceed $650,000, to provide professional design and environmental analysis services for the Multi -Use Active Transit Trail Project (I -194) for the period beginning April 7, 2026 through June 30, 2027.
Item 8E was deferred.
8F. APPROVE DESIGN -BUILD AGREEMENT FOR ALTA LOMA PARK PLAYGROUND
REPLACEMENT AS A COOPERATIVE PURCHASE WITH SOURCEWELL AND
ADOPT CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA
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ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) GUIDELINES SECTION 15301 – EXISTING FACILITIES AND SECTION 15302 – REPLACEMENT OR RECONSTRUCTION Recommendation of the Community Services Director that City Council:
1. Approve a design -build agreement with Landscape Structures, Inc. of Delano, MN, in the amount of $879,379.02 and authorize a 5% contingency in the amount of $43,968.95, for a total not -to-exceed amount of $923,347.97, for the Alta Loma Park Playground Replacement project beginning April 7, 2026 and ending September 30, 2026 as a cooperative purchase with Sourcewell; and
2. Adopt a finding of categorical exemption pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15301 – Existing Facilities and Section 15302 – Replacement or Reconstruction.
Item 8F was deferred.
8G. APPROVE THIRD AMENDMENT TO CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR
TORRANCE REGIONAL TRANSIT CENTER SOIL MANAGEMENT PLAN
Recommendation of the City Manager that City Council:
1. Approve a third amendment to the consulting services agreement with GSI Environmental, Inc. of Houston, Texas (C2023 -023), in the amount of $325,000, plus a 10% contingency in the amount of $32,500, for total amount of $357,500 and a new total not-to-exceed contract amount of $816,200 for the Torrance Regional Transit Center Soil Management Plan and extend the contract term by one (1) additional year through February 28, 2027; and
2. Appropriate $341,000 to the Remediate Soil at RTC Site project (OP41-4030-OP0001).
8H. AWARD CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR EXTERNAL AUDITING
SERVICES
Recommendation of the Finance Director that City Council award a consulting services agreement to Eide Bailly, LLP of Ontario, CA (B2026 -30), for an amount not -to-exceed $304,215, to provide external auditing services for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2026, 2027 and 2028 for a three -year (3) period, beginning April 7, 2026 and ending April 6, 2029 with two annual options for renewal.
8I. ADOPT CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION UNDER CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA) SECTION 15301 AND ADOPT RESOLUTIONS APPROVING
GRANT OF EASEMENT ON PORTION OF CITY -OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED
NORTH ON DEL AMO BOULEVARD AND MAPLE AVENUE AND LICENSE
AGREEMENT FOR PORTION OF A PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY ON PRAIRIE AVENUE Recommendation of the City Manager that City Council:
1. Adopt a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Categorical Exemption pursuant to Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities); and
2. Adopt a RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the Mayor to execute, and the City Clerk to attest to a Grant of Easement to the benefit of Torrance Black Beauty, LLC for drive-way apron and ancillary improvements on portion of city -owned property located north of Del Amo Boulevard and Maple Avenue (APN: 7352-015-900); and
3. Adopt a RESOLUTION authorizing and directing the City Manager to execute to a Public Right-of-Way License Agreement to the benefit of Torrance Black Beauty, LLC for a portion of a public right-of-way along Prairie Avenue.
8J. APPROVE PROPOSED CLASS SPECIFICATION FOR DEPUTY INFORMATION
TECHNOLOGY DIRECTOR/CHIEF INFORMATION SECURITY OFFICER
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Recommendation of the Human Resources Director that City Council approve the proposed class specification for Deputy Information Technology Director/Chief Information Security Officer.
8K. ADOPT RESOLUTIONS SETTING FORTH HOURS, WAGES, AND WORKING
CONDITIONS FOR CERTAIN FULL -TIME EMPLOYEES AND EXECUTIVE AND
MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES AND APPROVE PROGRAM MODIFICATION
Recommendation of the City Manager and Finance Director that City Council:
1. Adopt a RESOLUTION setting forth the hours, wages, and working conditions for Certain Full-Time and Salaried Employees; and
2. Repeal Resolution No. 2026-21 in its entirety; and
3. Adopt a RESOLUTION amending Resolution 2026 -19 setting forth hours, wages and working conditions for Executive and Management Employees; and
4. Approve the proposed program modification in the fiscal year 2025 -26 expenditure budget in the amount of $273,564 in the Information Technology Department.
8L. AUTHORIZE AGREEMENT FOR TEAMS CLOUD VOICE TRANSFORMATION
IMPLEMENTATION SERVICES AND APPROPRIATE FUNDS
Recommendation of the Information Technology Director that City Council:
1. Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with AT&T DW Holdings Inc. of Dallas, TX, for the implementation of Cloud Voice for Microsoft Teams, including equipment rentals and set up fees, for an amount not-to-exceed $305,140, for the period beginning April 7, 2026, and ending December 1, 2026; and
2. Appropriate $305,140 from the Capital Improvement Fund – General Fund to a newly created project.
MOTION: Councilmember Kalani moved to approve the Consent Calendar in its entirety except item 8D which was pulled and 8E and 8F which were deferred . Councilmember Gerson seconded the motion.
Deputy City Clerk Williams read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026-29 A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO A PUBLIC
RIGHT-OF-WAY LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH TORRANCE BLACK BEAUTY, LLC FOR THE
INSTALLATION OF SECURITY FENCING AND LAN DSCAPING WITHIN PORTION OF THE PRAIRIE AVENUE RIGHT-OF-WAY (ADJACENT TO APNs 7352-015-005 and 7352-015-006).
Deputy City Clerk Williams read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026-30 A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST TO GRANT OF
EASEMENT TO TORRANCE BLACK BEAUTY, LLC FOR DRIVE -WAY APRON AND
ANCILIARY IMPROVEMENTS FOR A PORTION OF CITY-OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT DEL AMO BOULEVARD AND MAPLE AVENUE (APN: 7352-015-900).
Deputy City Clerk Williams read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026-31 A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF TORRANCE SETTING FORTH THE
HOURS, WAGES AND WORKING CONDITIONS FOR CERTAIN FULLTIME SALARIED AND HOURLY EMPLOYEES BEGINNING FEBRUARY 21, 2026 AND REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 2026-21.
Deputy City Clerk Williams read the number and title for Resolution No. 2026-32 A
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AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2026-19 SETTING FORTH HOURS, WAGES, AND WORKING CONDITIONS FOR EXECUTIVE AND MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES.
Councilmember Kalani also moved to adopt Resolution No. 2026 -29, 2026-30, 2026-31, and 2026-32. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
ITEM 8D WAS CONSIDERED SEPARATELY AT THIS TIME.
8D. ADOPT CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION UNDER CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL
QUALITY ACT (CEQA) AND APPROVE LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR USE OF CITY -
OWNED PROPERTY FOR OPERATION OF A MOBILE COFFEE CART AT KATY
GEISSERT CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY PLAZA
Recommendation of the City Manager and Community Services Director that City Council:
1. Adopt a California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) categorical exemption pursuant to guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities); and
2. Approve a license agreement with ICAN California Abilities Network, for use of a portion of City-owned property at Katy Geissert Civic Center Library Plaza for the operation of a mobile coffee cart, for a one -year (1) period beginning April 7, 2026 and ending April 6, 2027.
Management Associate Carlos Huizar introduced the item to the City Council.
Social Services Chairwoman Karen Pryor briefly overviewed their work on the project.
CEO of ICAN Scott Elliot went over the 1 -year pilot program in installing a mobile coffee shop at the library plaza at the Civic Center.
Councilmember Mattucci, Mr. Elliot and Assistant City Manager Santana discussed the opportunities and how they adjust various factors such as demand and hours.
MOTION: Councilmember Lewis moved to approve item 8D . Councilmember Kalani seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 7-0.
9. HEARINGS – None Scheduled.
10. ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS – None Scheduled.
11. AGENCY AGENDAS – None Scheduled.
12. CITY COUNCIL ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Members of the public spoke.
Councilmember Gerson, Councilmember Kaji, Councilmember Kalani, Councilmember Lewis, Councilmember Mattucci, Councilmember Sheikh and Mayor Chen spoke.
13. CLOSED SESSION
Considered earlier, see page 1. The City Council returned to closed session at 7:46 p.m.
The City Council returned from closed session at 8:58 p.m.
Councilmember Mattucci stated that at the time of signing the leases, the city should be within the top 90% of the market value and that it should be in the code. City Attorney Sullivan responded 20 Aleksander Alderete City Council
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that he would do further research, but that it would be hamstringing future councils for negotiating.
Councilmember Mattucci stated that it was to help future councils from giving too much away.
Councilmember Sheikh and Assistant City Manager Santana discussed the property analysis and how at times external vendors are used. Assistant City Manager Santana overviewed the various factors City Council provides staff on direction of investments and analysis.
Councilmember Mattucci reiterated that safeguards for the future were crucial. He continued that ground leases were made very cheaply and too many people took advantage and it was not fair to the public when there are 99 year leases. He added that it was underperforming investments for Torrance.
Councilmember Gerson stated that blanket policies that are not fleshed out, then it is not know what is in the legislation such as the leases that were signed years ago. He continued that could be the case in the future as well. City Manager Chaparyan stated that they would study other cities and come back to City Council for deliberation.
Councilmember Kaji agreed with Councilmember Mattucci in safeguarding the future.
Councilmember Mattucci received concurrence to bring that item regarding leases back and first send to Finance and Governmental Operations Committee.
14. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Councilmember Gerson moved to adjourn the City Council meeting at 9:14 p.m. to Tuesday, April 14, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. for Closed Session in the LeRoy J. Jackson Council Chamber. Councilmember Kalani seconded the motion. The motion carried by a vote of 6-1 with Councilmember Sheikh.
Attest: Mayor of the City of Torrance
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INDEX
TORRANCE CITY COUNCIL – APRIL 14, 2026
SUBJECT PAGE
OPENING CEREMONIES
1. Call to Order/Roll Call 1
2. Flag Salute/Invocation 1
3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS 1
4. CLOSED SESSION 1
5. ADJOURNMENT 1
At 9:48 p.m., the City Council adjourned to Tuesday, April 21, 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.
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MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING
OF THE TORRANCE CITY COUNCIL
1. CALL TO ORDER
The Torrance City Council convened in a regular meeting on April 14, 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
2. FLAG SALUTE/ INVOCATION
The flag salute was led by Councilmember Mattucci.
The non-sectarian invocation was given by Councilmember Sheikh.
3. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
No members of the public spoke.
Councilmembers Gerson, Kaji, Kalani, Lewis, Mattucci, Sheikh and Mayor Chen spoke.
4. CLOSED SESSION
The City Council immediately recessed to closed session at 5:06 p.m. to confer with the City Manager and the City Attorney on agenda matters listed under 4A) Real Property – Conference With Real Property Negotiator, 4B) Conference With Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation, and 4C) Conference With Labor Negotiator – Anticipated Litigation - Litigation pursuant to California Government Code § 54956.8, California Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1), and California Government Code §54957.6.
The City Council reconvened in public session at 9:47 p.m. No formal action was taken on any item considered in closed session.
5. ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Councilmember Gerson moved to adjourn the City Council meeting at 9:48 p.m. to Tuesday, April 21, 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. Councilmember Lewis seconded the motion.
The motion carried by a vote of 5-1 with Councilmember Mattucci absent and Councilmember Sheikh voting no.
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