Southgate, MI
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SouthgateMI averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $197,960 +2.7% yr/yr · +24.8% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2000–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
👤 Members & officials (2)
Members seen in recent official meeting records — names and roles as published.
Who’s on the Planning Commission
- Mayra Castaneda — Commissioner
- Lizette Ruiz
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025159 housing units ($12.7M)
🗳️ Election results (3 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council 2024-11-05
Maria R. Davila ✓ 11,670 · Maria Del Pilar Avalos ✓ 10,765 · Gil Hurtado ✓ 8,811 · Franbert "Frankie" Calderon 7,284 · Alan Garcia 7,024
City Council 2022-11-08
AL RIOS ✓ 4,789 · Al Rios ✓ 4,789 · Joshua Barron ✓ 4,042 · JOSHUA BARRON 4,042 · RUBY M. NAVARRO 3,003 · Ruby M. Navarro 3,003
City Council 2020-03-03
Maria R. Davila ✓ 5,198 · Gil Hurtado ✓ 4,550 · Maria Del Pilar Avalos ✓ 4,451 · Belén Bernal 4,419 · Melissa Peralta Alvarado 4,272 · Jose De La Paz 2,650
🗳️ Ballot measures (2)
Propositions decided directly by voters.
Measure PD
2022-11-08 · Failed — 5,046 yes / 5,810 no
Measure CC
2022-06-07 · Failed — 2,458 yes / 3,333 no
Recent meetings
Thu Aug 20, 2026
Special South Gate City Council
Council to discuss sale of 13050 Paramount Blvd. property in closed session
The South Gate City Council is holding a special meeting with a brief open session and a closed session. In open session, they will issue a proclamation to LA County Library and receive a list of new and promoted employees. The closed session includes real property negotiations for the sale of 13050 Paramount Blvd. and pending litigation in Lydia Canas v. City of South Gate.
- Proclamation to LA County Library for One Book, One City Program
- List of new and promoted full-time employees (June-July 2026)
- Closed session: real property negotiations for 13050 Paramount Blvd. (APN 6264-004-900)
- Closed session: pending litigation Lydia Canas v. City of South Gate
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City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú
l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82139326639
To address the City Council press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
3. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
*The disruption in service of any alternative method does not prelude the City Council or other legislative body from taking further action and moving forward on the agenda.
Meeting Schedule
The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, closed session business will usually commence at 5:30 p.m., when scheduled, and general business session will commence at 6:30 p.m.
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Thu Aug 20, 2026
South Gate City Council
Council to consider police budget cuts impact, crossing guards, grants
The South Gate City Council will hold public hearings on a zone change, a procurement ordinance, and a state infrastructure program, all with continuances requested. They will also discuss police budget reduction impacts and crossing guard services, and consider consent items including MOU extensions, a senior nutrition contract amendment, a 54-unit condominium map, and a radio system purchase order.
- Zone change from IF to M3 for property at 9313 Rayo Avenue (continued to Sept 22)
- Ordinance amending purchasing system and bidding rules (continued to Sept 8)
- Resolution to apply for Community Resilience Centers grant from California Strategic Growth Council
- Approval of $60,900 purchase order for ICI radio system subscriber fees
- Final Tract Map No. 84531 for 54-unit condominium at 10130 Adella Avenue
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City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82139326639
To address the City Council press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
3. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
*The disruption in service of any alternative method does not prelude the City Council or other legislative body from taking further action and moving forward on the agenda.
Meeting Schedule
The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, closed session business will usually commence at 5:30 p.m., when scheduled, and general business session will commence at 6:30 p.m.
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Thu Aug 13, 2026
South Gate City Council
Council to consider $955,820 Measure A homeless services funding
The South Gate City Council will hold a regular meeting with one public hearing, several reports, and a consent calendar. The most consequential item is authorizing the use of $955,820 in Measure A Local Solutions Funds for homelessness prevention, interim housing, and supportive services. The council will also receive updates on investment strategy and budget reduction impacts, and approve routine contracts and purchases.
- Public hearing on Statewide Community Infrastructure Program participation (continuance requested to Aug 25, 2026)
- Amendment No. 2 to traffic services contract with W.G. Zimmerman Engineering, Inc., up to $170,000
- Acceptance of Citywide Residential Resurfacing Project Phase IV and Sidewalk Improvement Project Phase X, with change order of $36,053
- Purchase of three 2027 Dodge Durango Pursuit patrol vehicles for $186,527.01
- Approve Warrant Register for Aug 11, 2026, totaling $7,565,298.29
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City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82784257293
To address the City Council press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
3. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
*The disruption in service of any alternative method does not prelude the City Council or other legislative body from taking further action and moving forward on the agenda.
Meeting Schedule
The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, closed session business will usually commence at 5:30 p.m., when scheduled, and general business session will commence at 6:30 p.m.
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Thu Aug 13, 2026
Special South Gate City Council
City Council to discuss three pending lawsuits in closed session
This is a special meeting of the South Gate City Council with a single agenda item: a closed session to confer with legal counsel on three pending lawsuits against the city. No other business is listed, so the meeting is limited to this legal discussion.
- Closed session on pending litigation: Teresa Reyes Ramirez v. City of South Gate
- Closed session on pending litigation: Celia Brown v. City of South Gate
- Closed session on pending litigation: Raul Lara / Maria Velasquez v. City of South Gate
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City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú
l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82784257293
To address the City Council press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
3. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
*The disruption in service of any alternative method does not prelude the City Council or other legislative body from taking further action and moving forward on the agenda.
Meeting Schedule
The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, closed session business will usually commence at 5:30 p.m., when scheduled, and general business session will commence at 6:30 p.m.
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Wed Jul 29, 2026
South Gate City Council
Council to consider $98,790 cannabis tax grant for police overtime, training, equipment
The South Gate City Council will hold a public hearing on a resolution for the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program, with a continuance requested to August 11, 2026. The council will also consider authorizing the use of $98,790 in 2026/27 Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program funds for police overtime, training, and a new motorcycle, and will vote on several consent calendar items including contracts, a lien release, and a K9 donation.
- Approve $98,790 CTF grant for police: $23,040 overtime, $10,000 training, $65,750 for a new police motorcycle
- Adopt resolution for five-year fiscal review tied to Utility Users Tax measure on Nov 3, 2026 ballot
- Approve $11,899 amendment to HDR contract for Active Transportation Program grant support
- Approve $125,000 amendment to BDO accounting services for Housing Authority
- Approve $69,163.32 purchase of Chevrolet Silverado EV truck for Parks and Recreation
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City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89421340556
To address the City Council press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
3. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
*The disruption in service of any alternative method does not prelude the City Council or other legislative body from taking further action and moving forward on the agenda.
Meeting Schedule
The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, closed session business will usually commence at 5:30 p.m., when scheduled, and general business session will commence at 6:30 p.m.
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Wed Jul 29, 2026
Special South Gate City Council
Council to hear zoning code update plan and new parks director intro
The South Gate City Council is holding a special meeting with two open-session items: receiving a presentation on the newly promoted Director of Parks & Recreation, and receiving an update on a work program to amend the Zoning Code (Title 11) regarding development standards, land use classification, and review procedures. The council will also hold a closed session to discuss two pending lawsuits. No formal action is expected on the open items, as they are informational only.
- Introduction of new Director of Parks & Recreation (promoted June 28, 2026)
- Update on proposed amendments to Zoning Code Title 11 (development standards, land use, review procedures)
- Closed session: pending litigation - Nandino v. Nandino (City as intervener)
- Closed session: pending litigation - Emmanuel Carrera Ruedas v. City of South Gate
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City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú
l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89421340556
To address the City Council press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
3. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
*The disruption in service of any alternative method does not prelude the City Council or other legislative body from taking further action and moving forward on the agenda.
Meeting Schedule
The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, closed session business will usually commence at 5:30 p.m., when scheduled, and general business session will commence at 6:30 p.m.
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Tue Jul 28, 2026
South Gate Special Planning Commission
Planning Commission to vote on two conditional use permits for telecom and rental car businesses
The South Gate Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permit applications: one to modify an existing wireless telecommunications facility at 9611 Pinehurst Avenue and another to establish a rental car business with ancillary car wash services at 3705 Firestone Boulevard. Both projects are recommended for approval with CEQA categorical exemptions. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the June 2, 2026 meeting.
- Public hearing: CUP No. 26-04 to modify existing monopine wireless facility at 9611 Pinehurst Avenue (South Gate Park), applicant Eukongroup
- Public hearing: CUP No. 26-05 to establish rental car business with ancillary car wash at 3705 Firestone Boulevard, applicant RGN Design Solutions, Inc.
- CEQA categorical exemptions recommended for both projects under Section 15301 (Class 1) Existing Facilities
- Consent calendar: approval of Planning Commission minutes for June 2, 2026
- Appeals of any final action due to City Clerk by 5:00 p.m. on July 29, 2026
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City Officials
CHAIRPERSON COMMISSIONERS
Daisy Prieto Mayra Castaneda
Jimmy Ozaeta
VICE CHAIRPERSON Lizette Ruiz
Margarita Valenzuela
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DIAL-IN NUMBER 1 (213) 338-8477 MEETING ID:898 4440 2273
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4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
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Tue Jul 28, 2026
South Gate Planning Commission
Planning Commission to vote on two conditional use permits for telecom and car rental
The South Gate Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permit applications: one to modify an existing wireless telecommunications facility at 9611 Pinehurst Avenue and another to establish a rental car business with ancillary car wash services at 3705 Firestone Boulevard. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the June 2, 2026 meeting. Both projects are recommended for approval and are proposed to be exempt from CEQA.
- Public hearing: Reclassify UUP No. 46 as CUP No. 26-04 for antenna modifications at 9611 Pinehurst Avenue (South Gate Park)
- Public hearing: CUP No. 26-05 for rental car business with car wash at 3705 Firestone Boulevard
- Consent calendar: Approval of Planning Commission minutes for June 2, 2026
- Both projects recommended for CEQA categorical exemption (Class 1)
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Call To Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Roll Call
4.
City Officials
CHAIRPERSON COMMISSIONERS
Daisy Prieto Mayra Castaneda
Jimmy Ozaeta
VICE CHAIRPERSON Lizette Ruiz
Margarita Valenzuela
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87315794571 (Captions available via Wordly)
Dial-In Number 1 (213) 338-8477 Meeting ID: 821 0595 8091
To address the Planning Commission press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
3. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
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Tue Jul 28, 2026
South Gate Planning Commission
Commission to vote on 14-unit affordable townhomes at 9001 Long Beach Blvd
The South Gate Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development projects. Staff recommends approving a tentative tract map for a 14-unit affordable residential condominium townhouse development and a conditional use permit for an alehouse expansion. The agenda also includes standard procedural items and public comment periods.
- Approve Tentative Tract Map No. 84210 for 14-unit affordable townhomes at 9001-9019 Long Beach Boulevard
- Approve four Major Administrative Modifications (PL No. 26-0191) including reduced setbacks and increased fence heights
- Adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration under CEQA for the Long Beach Boulevard project
- Approve Conditional Use Permit No. 26-06 for Hops and Barley Alehouse at 3905 Tweedy Boulevard
- Find the Tweedy Boulevard project categorically exempt under CEQA Class 3
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1.
Call To Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Roll Call
4.
City Officials
CHAIRPERSON COMMISSIONERS
Daisy Prieto Mayra Castaneda
Jimmy Ozaeta
VICE CHAIRPERSON Lizette Ruiz
Margarita Valenzuela
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YOUTUBE: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/89844402273 (Captions available via Wordly)
DIAL-IN NUMBER 1 (213) 338-8477 MEETING ID:898 4440 2273
To address the Planning Commission press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
3. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
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Wed Jul 15, 2026
Special South Gate City Council
Special meeting: closed session on labor negotiations with city employee groups
This is a special meeting of the South Gate City Council with no open-session items. The only agenda item is a closed session to confer with the city's labor negotiator regarding unrepresented employees and several employee organizations. No public action or discussion is scheduled.
- Closed session conference with labor negotiator (City Manager Rob Houston) under Government Code Section 54957.6
- Covers unrepresented employees: top management, department directors, hourly employees
- Covers employee organizations: SGMEA, SGPMMA, SGDMA, SGPMA, SGPOA
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City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú
l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81902526412
To address the City Council press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
3. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
*The disruption in service of any alternative method does not prelude the City Council or other legislative body from taking further action and moving forward on the agenda.
Meeting Schedule
The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, closed session business will usually commence at 5:30 p.m., when scheduled, and general business session will commence at 6:30 p.m.
Brown Act
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Wed Jul 15, 2026
South Gate City Council
Council to renew military equipment policy and hear FLOCK presentation
The South Gate City Council will consider renewing the city's Military Equipment Policy and receiving the Annual Military Equipment Report, and will hear a presentation from FLOCK (likely the license plate camera system). The council will also discuss sunset clauses and fingerprinting requirements for city officials. Consent items include a franchise agreement with Torrance Pipeline Company, a parcel map approval, HR position changes, a contract amendment, and a Chamber of Commerce agreement.
- Renew Military Equipment Policy (Municipal Code 1.39.010) and receive Annual Military Equipment Report
- Adopt Ordinance No. 2026-05-CC granting 5-year franchise to Torrance Pipeline Company (auto 5-year extension)
- Approve Final Parcel Map No. 84195 for 3001 Glenwood Place (subdivision into 2 parcels)
- Eliminate Risk Manager and Risk Management Office Specialist positions; add Human Resources Associate
- Approve $111,643 contract amendment with John L. Hunter and Associates for NPDES program; $25,000 agreement with South Gate Chamber of Commerce
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City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81902526412
To address the City Council press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
3. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
*The disruption in service of any alternative method does not preclude the City Council or other legislative body from taking further action and moving forward on the agenda.
Meeting Schedule
The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, closed session business will usually commence at 5:30 p.m., when scheduled, and general business session will commence at 6:30 p.m.
Brown Act
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Thu Jul 9, 2026
South Gate City Council
Council to vote on renewing military equipment policy and pipeline franchise
The City Council will consider several action items including renewing the Military Equipment Policy, granting a five-year franchise agreement to Torrance Pipeline Company, and approving a final parcel map for 3001 Glenwood Place. Other decisions involve restructuring HR positions, extending a NPDES program contract for $111,643, and funding the Chamber of Commerce with $25,000. The council will also receive presentations on FLOCK technology and discuss a sunset clause and fingerprinting requirements for city officials.
- Annual Military Equipment Report: receiving report, renewing Municipal Code 1.39.010 (Military Equipment Policy)
- Franchise Agreement to Torrance Pipeline Company, LLC (5-year term with automatic 5-year extension)
- Final Parcel Map No. 84195 for property at 3001 Glenwood Place (subdivision into two parcels)
- Amendment No. 2 to Contract No. 2022-63-CC with John L. Hunter and Associates (NPDES program, $111,643)
- Agreement with South Gate Chamber of Commerce for community activities ($25,000)
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SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
DIAL-IN NUMBER 1 (213) 338-8477
MEETING ID: 819 0252 6412
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280
City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81902526412
To address the City Council press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
3. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
[email protected] no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
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Thu Jul 9, 2026
Special South Gate City Council
City Council to discuss labor negotiations in closed session
This is a special meeting of the South Gate City Council on July 14, 2026, consisting solely of a closed session. The council will confer with its labor negotiator regarding unrepresented employees and several employee organizations. No open-session business is scheduled.
- Closed session: Conference with Labor Negotiator concerning unrepresented employees (Top Management/Department Directors/Hourly Employees) and employee organizations SGMEA, SGPMMA, SGDMA, SGPMA, SGPOA
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SPECIAL SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tuesday, July 14, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
DIAL-IN NUMBER 1 (213) 338-8477
MEETING ID: 819 0252 6412
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280
City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú
l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81902526412
To address the City Council press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
3. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
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Wed Jun 24, 2026
Special South Gate City Council
Special meeting: employee recognitions, proclamations, closed session litigation
This special City Council meeting focuses on ceremonial items: receiving a list of new and promoted employees, recognizing retiring/separating employees, and issuing proclamations for LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Parks Make Life Better Month, and Independence Day. Certificates of appreciation will be presented to Father Angel and to a local business for 35 years. The council will also hold a closed session to discuss two pending lawsuits against the city.
- Receive and file new/promoted employees for April–May 2026
- Recognize retiring/separating employees
- Proclamations: LGBTQ+ Pride Month, Parks Make Life Better Month, Independence Day
- Certificates of appreciation to Father Angel and Awards You Will Remember (35 years in business)
- Closed session: Beatriz Sereno v. City of South Gate; Daniel Garcia Munoz v. LAUSD, City of South Gate
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SPECIAL SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
DIAL-IN NUMBER 1 (213) 338-8477
MEETING ID: 821 0595 8091
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280
City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú
l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82105958091
To address the City Council press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
3. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
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4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
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Wed Jun 24, 2026
South Gate City Council
City Council to consider Utility Users Tax rate changes for November election
The City Council will discuss potential language and rate changes for the UUT Measure. The body is considering whether to set a Utility Users Tax rate of 8% or 9% instead of the previously presented 7% rate.
- Selection of a Utility Users Tax rate of 8% or 9%
- Adoption of Amended and Restated Resolution for the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election
- Approval of revised proposed Ordinance for voter submission
- Direction to transmit documents to the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder/County Clerk by August 7, 2026
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SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL
CONTINUED REGULAR CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:31 p.m.
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
DIAL-IN NUMBER 1 (213) 338-8477
MEETING ID: 821 0595 8091
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280
City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
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2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82105958091
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4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
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Wed Jun 24, 2026
South Gate City Council
Council to consider conditional water bill discount tied to UUT tax vote
The South Gate City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan. They will also discuss and potentially adopt a resolution establishing a conditional one-time water bill discount program that would take effect only if voters approve a Utility Users Tax measure in November 2026. The consent calendar includes contract amendments for tree maintenance ($859,955), traffic intersection design ($43,628), landscaping services ($205,690), recycling grant management ($38,200), flood control funding ($692,000), and excess workers' compensation insurance ($155,997). The council will also approve a warrant register totaling $2,181,601.63.
- Public hearing to adopt the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan
- Discussion of conditional one-time water bill discount program (10% discount, ~$2.2M revenue loss) contingent on voter approval of Utility Users Tax
- Amendment to tree trimming contract with United Pacific Services extending to 5-year cycle for $859,955
- Addendum to transfer agreement with LA County Flood Control District securing $692,000 for Urban Orchard Project
- Approval of warrant register for $2,181,601.63
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SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, June 23, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
DIAL-IN NUMBER 1 (213) 338-8477
MEETING ID: 821 0595 8091
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280
City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82105958091
To address the City Council press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
3. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
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4. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
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Wed Jun 17, 2026
South Gate Planning Commission - Cancelled
South Gate Planning Commission meeting cancelled
The Regular Meeting of the City of South Gate Planning Commission scheduled for June 16, 2026, has been cancelled.
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P U B L I C N O T I C E
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Government Code Section
54955, the Regular Meeting of the City of South Gate Planning Commission scheduled
for Tuesday, June 16, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, has been
cancelled.
John F. Signo, AICP
Planning Manager
DATED: June 11, 2026
Mon Jun 15, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commission
South Gate Parks & Recreation Commission meeting cancelled
The regular meeting of the Parks & Recreation Commission scheduled for June 11, 2026, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 9, 2026.
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City Hall Council Chambers, 8650 California Avenue, South Gate CA 90280
South Gate Parks & Recreation Commission
Regular Meeting Agenda
June 11, 2026
7:00 p.m.
Chair: Alan Flores, III Commissioner: Edgar Pelayo
Vice Chair: Lizette Ruiz Commissioner: Eric Trujillo
Secretary: Cynthia Esquivel Interim Parks & Recreation Director: Tina De La Rosa
CANCELLATION OF REGULAR MEETING OF THE
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Regular Meeting of the City
of South Gate Parks & Recreation Commission scheduled for
Thursday, June 11, 2026, at 7:00 p.m. has been cancelled.
The next Regular meeting will be July 9, 2026.
Wed Jun 10, 2026
South Gate City Council/ South Gate Housing Authority/ Successor Agency to the Community Development Commission of the City of South Gate
City Council to adopt the FY 2026-27 municipal budget of $282.1 million
The South Gate City Council will consider several budget‑related actions, including adopting the FY 2026‑27 municipal budget and related fee schedules. It will also vote on the Community Development Block Grant and HOME Investment Partnership action plan, and consider a utility users tax rate change. Additional items include franchise agreements, contract amendments, and a streets and roads funding program.
- Adopt FY 2026‑27 Municipal Budget – $282,102,715
- Approve FY 2026‑27 Master Fees and Charges Schedule
- Select Utility Users Tax rate of 8% or 9% (up from 7%)
- Grant five‑year franchise to Torrance Pipeline Company, LLC
- Approve $2,608,180 Senate Bill 1 streets and roads project list
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SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL/ SOUTH GATE HOUSING AUTHORITY/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF SOUTH GATE
SPECIAL JOINT BUDGET MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
JOINT BUDGET MEETING AGENDA
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVENUE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
DIAL-IN NUMBER 1 (213) 338-8477
MEETING ID: 873 1579 4571
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLI477 NE AT: HTTPS://YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280
City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87315794571
To address the City Council press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
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Wed Jun 10, 2026
Special South Gate City Council
Council to issue certificates of appreciation at special meeting
This special City Council meeting is ceremonial, with no substantive business. The council will present certificates of appreciation to the 2026 Miss South Gate Court, the winner of the Cesar Chavez Park renaming contest, International Studies Learning Center, and Diego Rosales of the Chivas U-21 team.
- Certificate of Appreciation to 2026 Miss South Gate Court
- Certificate of Appreciation to winner of renaming Cesar Chavez Park
- Certificate of Appreciation to International Studies Learning Center (2026 California Distinguished School)
- Certificate of Appreciation to Diego Rosales, Chivas U-21 team member and Clausura 2026 champion
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SPECIAL SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
AMENDED
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
DIAL-IN NUMBER 1 (213) 338-8477
MEETING ID: 873 1579 4571
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280
City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú
l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1 . VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE VIA YouTube: South Gate, CA - YouTube
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2. LISTEN TO THE MEETING ONLINE VIA ZOOM: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87315794571
To address the City Council press *9 to raise your hand and *6 to unmute yourself when instructed.
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Tue Jun 9, 2026
South Gate Planning Commission
Planning Commission to reorganize, select new chair and vice-chair
The South Gate Planning Commission will hold a reorganization to nominate and select a new Chair and Vice-Chair. A workshop will educate commissioners on permit types and their responsibilities. The consent calendar includes approval of the May 5, 2026 meeting minutes. No public hearings or land-use decisions are on the agenda.
- Reorganization of the Planning Commission (select new Chair and Vice-Chair)
- Workshop on permit types and Planning Commission responsibilities
- Approval of minutes from May 5, 2026
- Meeting compensation disclosure: $125 per meeting
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SOUTH GATE PLANNING COMMISSION
REGULAR PC AGENDA
Tuesday, June 2, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280
1.
Call To Order
2.
Pledge of Allegiance
3.
Roll Call
4.
City Officials
CHAIRPERSON COMMISSIONERS
Lizette Ruiz Mayra Castaneda
Jimmy Ozaeta
VICE CHAIRPERSON Margarita Valenzuela
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Tue Jun 2, 2026
Tweedy Mile Advisory Board
Board to review Christmas decoration concepts for Tweedy Mile
The Tweedy Mile Advisory Board will review proposed holiday decoration concepts. The board will provide direction on preferred styles, corridor coverage, and whether to rent, lease, or purchase the decorations.
- Review of holiday decoration concepts for Tweedy Mile
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TWEEDY MILE ADVISORY BOARD
TWEEDY MILE ADVISORY BOARD AGENDA
Monday, June 1, 2026 at 6:00 p.m.
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280
Call to Order/Roll Call
Call to Order Sylvia Masushige, Vice Chairperson
Roll Call Yodit Glaze, City Clerk
Board Members
Vacant, Chairperson
Sylvia Masushige, Vice Chairperson
Angela Lucero
Victor Zamudio
Andres Gonzalez
Veronica Gardea
City Staff
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yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
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Wed May 27, 2026
South Gate City Council
Council to consider $900k contract for I-710 street improvements
The South Gate City Council will hold public hearings to levy annual assessments for the Street Lighting District No. 1 and the Tweedy Mile Business District. They will also receive a budget presentation, consider renaming Cesar Chavez Park, and vote on a consent calendar including a $900,467 contract for the I-710 Firestone Boulevard street improvement project and other contracts for reroofing, maintenance, and a pipeline franchise.
- Public hearing to levy annual assessment for Street Lighting District No. 1
- Public hearing to levy assessments for Tweedy Mile Business District
- Agreement with FCG Consultants for I-710 Firestone Boulevard project ($900,467)
- Agreement with Letner Roofing for City Hall reroof ($579,069)
- Ordinance granting 10-year franchise to Torrance Pipeline Company for oil pipeline
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SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
AMENDED
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280
City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
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1. VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: South Gate, CA - YouTube
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2. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
3. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
*The disruption in service of any alternative method does not prelude the City Council or other legislative
body from taking further action and moving forward on the agenda.
Meeting Schedule
The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, closed session business will usually commence at 5:30 p.m., when sc …
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Wed May 27, 2026
Special Joint City Council/Housing Authority
City Council to discuss sale of property at 13050 Paramount Blvd.
The City Council and Housing Authority will meet to issue proclamations and approve previous meeting minutes. A closed session is scheduled to discuss the terms of sale for a specific real property.
- Closed session regarding terms of sale for property at 13050 Paramount Blvd. (APN: 6264-004-900)
- Proclamation declaring May 17-23, 2026, as National Public Works Week
- Proclamation declaring May 23, 2026, as Memorial Day
- Approval of Special Joint Meeting Minutes from October 22, 2024, and May 12, 2026
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SPECIAL JOINT CITY COUNCIL/HOUSING AUTHORITY
SPECIAL JOINT MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, May 26, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280
Call to Order/Roll Call
CALL TO ORDER: Joshua Barron, Mayor/Chairperson
ROLL CALL: Yodit Glaze, City Clerk/Recording Secretary
Council Members/Agency Members
MAYOR/CHAIRPERSON CITY CLERK/RECORDING SECRETARY
Joshua Barron Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR/CHAIRPERSON CITY ATTORNEY/AUTHORITY COUNSEL
Al Rios &nb …
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Wed May 27, 2026
Parks & Recreation Commission
Parks & Recreation Commission to set FY 2026/27 meeting schedule
The Parks & Recreation Commission will review quarterly reports on recreation and facilities maintenance. The body is also tasked with approving the meeting schedule for the 2026/27 fiscal year.
- Proposed Parks & Recreation Commissions meeting schedule for FY 2026/27
- Recreation 3rd quarter review and upcoming events
- Grounds & Facilities Maintenance 3rd quarter review for FY 2025/26
- Annual partner organizations' report
- Oral report on commission governance and procedural requirements
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PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION AGENDA
Thursday, May 14, 2026 at 7:00 p.m.
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE CA 90280
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3. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
*THE DISRUPTION IN SERVICE OF ANY ALTERNATIVE METHOD DOES NOT PRECLUDE THE CITY COUNCIL OR OTHER LEGISLATIVE BODY FROM TAKING FURTHER ACTION AND MOVING FORWARD ON THE AGENDA.
Officials
Chair: Alan Flores
Vice Chair: Lizette Ruiz
Secretary: Cynthia Esquivel
Commissioner: Edgar Pelayo
Commissioner: Eric Trujillo
Acting Parks & Recreation Director: Tina De La Rosa
Call to Order
Flag Salute
Roll Call
Meeting Compensation Disclosure
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54952.3: Disclosure of compensation for meeting attendance by the Parks & Recreation Commissioners is $75 per meeting.
Report on Posting
I, Noemi Aguilera, Secretary for the Parks & Recreation Department, certify that a true and correct copy of the foregoing Meeting Agenda was properly posted on May 7, 2026, at 5:30 …
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Wed May 20, 2026
South Gate Planning Commission - Cancelled
South Gate Planning Commission meeting cancelled
The regular meeting of the City of South Gate Planning Commission scheduled for May 19, 2026, has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
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P U B L I C N O T I C E
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that pursuant to Government Code Section
54955, the Regular Meeting of the City of South Gate Planning Commission scheduled
for Tuesday, May 19, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. in the City Hall Council Chambers, has been
cancelled.
John F. Signo, AICP
Planning Manager
DATED: May 14, 2026
Wed May 13, 2026
Special South Gate City Council
City Council to issue proclamations and review City Manager performance
The City Council will issue proclamations for Water Safety Month and Older Americans Month and recognize a neighborhood watch group. The body will also meet in closed session to discuss pending litigation and the performance evaluation of the City Manager.
- Proclamation declaring May 2026 as Water Safety Month
- Proclamation declaring May 2026 as Older Americans Month
- Certificates of Appreciation for the 5200 Block of Almira Road Neighborhood Watch Group
- Closed session regarding Abrianna Lisette Bracamontes v. City of South Gate, et al.
- Closed session regarding Savannah Nolasco GAL Tania Nolasco v. LAUSD, City of South Gate, et al.
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SPECIAL SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:15 p.m.
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280
City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú
l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1. VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
3. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
*The disruption in service of any alternative method does not prelude the City Council or other legislative
body from taking further action and moving forward on the agenda.
Meeting Schedule
The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, closed s …
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Wed May 13, 2026
South Gate City Council
Council to consider pipeline franchise and laundromat zoning appeal
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding a pipeline franchise agreement and a zoning appeal for a laundromat. Members will also review a study for updating traffic, park, and public safety impact fees.
- Proposed five-year franchise agreement with Torrance Pipeline Company, LLC for oil pipeline use
- Zoning appeal for a self-service laundromat at 4382–4390 Tweedy Boulevard
- Contract extension with Pipe Tec, Inc. for sewer CCTV inspection not to exceed $147,000
- Withdrawal from the Independent Cities Risk Management Authority (ICRMA) insurance pool
- Warrant Register for May 12, 2026, with a grand total of $3,098,044.46
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SOUTH GATE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 6:30 p.m.
AMENDED
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280
City Officials
MAYOR, Joshua Barron
CITY CLERK, Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR, Al Rios
CITY TREASURER, Jose De La Paz
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria del Pilar Avalos
CITY MANAGER, Rob Houston
COUNCIL MEMBER, Maria Davila
CITY ATTORNEY, Ra ú l F. Salinas
COUNCIL MEMBER, Gil Hurtado
If you would like to participate in this meeting, you can participate via the following options:
1. VIEW THE MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: South Gate, CA - YouTube
Please allow up to 24 hours after the meeting for the archive to be available.
2. PARTICIPATE BEFORE THE MEETING by emailing the City Clerk at:
yglaze@sogate.org no later than 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting. Please write "Public Comment" in the subject line.
3. ATTEND THE MEETING IN PERSON
*The disruption in service of any alternative method does not prelude the City Council or other legislative
body from taking further action and moving forward on the agenda.
Meeting Schedule
The regular meetings of the City Council are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month, closed session business will usually commence at 5:30 p.m., when sc …
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Wed May 13, 2026
Special Joint City Council/Housing Authority
Joint meeting to approve MOU with Habitat for Humanity for affordable housing
The City Council and Housing Authority will consider a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles to establish initial terms for negotiating a Disposition, Development and Loan Agreement (DDA) and an Affordable Housing and Loan Agreement (AHA). Approval would authorize the Chairperson and Mayor to execute the MOU. This is the only substantive item on the special joint meeting agenda.
- Approve MOU among City of South Gate, South Gate Housing Authority, and Habitat for Humanity of Greater Los Angeles (or Partnership Housing, Inc.) for negotiating DDA and AHA
- Authorize Chairperson of Housing Authority and Mayor to execute the MOU
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SPECIAL JOINT CITY COUNCIL/HOUSING AUTHORITY
SPECIAL JOINT MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, May 12, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
AMENDED
SOUTH GATE COUNCIL CHAMBERS
8650 CALIFORNIA AVE
SOUTH GATE, CA 90280
VIEW MEETING LIVE ONLINE AT: HTTPS://WWW.YOUTUBE.COM/@SOUTHGATECA90280
Call to Order/Roll Call
CALL TO ORDER: Joshua Barron, Mayor/Chairperson
ROLL CALL: Yodit Glaze, City Clerk/Recording Secretary
Council Members/Agency Members
MAYOR/CHAIRPERSON CITY CLERK/RECORDING SECRETARY
Joshua Barron Yodit Glaze
VICE MAYOR/CHAIRPERSON CITY ATTORNEY/AUTHORITY COUNSEL
Al Rios & …
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Wed May 6, 2026
Tweedy Mile Advisory Board
Tweedy Mile Advisory Board meeting cancelled
The Tweedy Mile Advisory Board meeting scheduled for May 4, 2026, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.
- Meeting of May 4, 2026 cancelled
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Tweedy Mile Advisory Board
BOARD MEMBERS
Vacant, Chairperson
Sylvia Masushige, Vice Chairperson
Angela Lucero
Andres Gonzalez
Victor Zamudio
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
OF THE
TWEEDY MILE ADVISORY BOARD MEETING
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Meeting of the Tweedy Mile Advisory
Board scheduled for Monday, May 4, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. is hereby cancelled.
Dated: April 28, 2026
/s/Yodit Glaze
City Clerk
South Gate City Clerk's Office, 8650 California Avenue, South Gate CA 90280
(323) 563-9510 * Fax (323) 563-5411 * www.cityofsouthgate.org
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $251,617 | KOOL RADIATOR SERVICE INC Department of Defense · 8510876327!COMPRESSOR,ROTARY |
| $217,509 | KOOL RADIATOR SERVICE INC Department of Defense · 8510265517!COMPRESSOR,ROTARY |
| $211,496 | KOOL RADIATOR SERVICE INC Department of Defense · 8510605213!COMPRESSOR,ROTARY |
| $211,010 | TECHNI-CAST LLC Department of Homeland Security · 2010-01-340 SLEEVE, PROPULSION 2010-01-345-2314 PROPLUISHON SHEET SHAF |
| $211,010 | TECHNI-CAST LLC Department of Homeland Security · 2125405B45METY009 SLEEVE,PROPULSION 2010 01-340-5362, 2010 01-345-2314 |
| $200,606 | KOOL RADIATOR SERVICE INC Department of Defense · 8510924669!COMPRESSOR,ROTARY |
| $200,000 | ASBURY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES Department of Homeland Security · USBP SAN DIEGO SECTOR HAZARDOUS WASTE DISPOSAL AND BATTERY RECYCLING S |
| $150,358 | TECHNI-CAST LLC Department of Homeland Security · 2010-01-340-6083 SLEEVE, PROPULSION SHAFT 2010-01-345-2315 SLEEVE, PRO |
| $146,272 | KOOL RADIATOR SERVICE INC Department of Defense · 8509667530!COMPRESSOR,ROTARY |
| $143,698 | KOOL RADIATOR SERVICE INC Department of Defense · 8510306126!COMPRESSOR,REFRIGER |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Los Angeles County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-86,523 people (-$4.38B net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)29 ({"Fire": 61, "Flood": 10, "Severe Storm": 8, "Earthquake": 3 · last Fri Aug 8, 2025)
Traffic fatalities5 (3 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments304,988 (3,987,736 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$2,625/mo (471 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy34.3% (low numeracy 43% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
$150.7M
Annual budget
507
Employees on payroll
159
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$150.7M
Spending$153.3M
Operating spending ran ahead of revenue this year.
The money — out
source: city procurement & payrollWho the city actually cuts checks to.
507 employees on the public payroll — every position and salary is public record.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
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Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.
Meeting archives
- 2025 (47 meetings)