Carson public meetings in 2023
46 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council approved a resolution to amend the fiscal year 2023-24 budget for the Carson Reclamation Authority. Additionally, the council adopted an ordinance regarding an economic development benefit agreement for a project at 20400 South Main Street.
- Amended fiscal year 2023-24 budget of $26,000,000 for the Carson Reclamation Authority
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 23-2311 regarding an economic development subsidy at 20400 South Main Street
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority approved an economic development benefit agreement with CAM-Carson, LLC for the former Cal-Compact Landfill site. The Board also authorized a $26,000,000 budget amendment for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Additionally, the Authority approved a $50,000,000 pollution legal liability insurance policy.
- Economic development agreement with CAM-Carson, LLC for 20400 South Main Street
- $26,000,000 budget amendment for fiscal year 2023-2024
- $50,000,000 pollution legal liability insurance policy with premium up to $2,000,000
- Amendment to David Taussig and Associates, Inc. agreement for consulting services up to $61,000.00
- Fourth Amendment to Option Agreement with Carson Goose Owner, LLC for landfill cell development
City Council
The City Council held a public hearing regarding an economic development benefit agreement for the former Cal-Compact Landfill at 20400 South Main Street. The council also authorized a settlement agreement involving litigation with the Carson Goose entity. Additionally, the council approved increasing the minimum wage to $16.00 per hour for certain city employees.
- Economic development benefit agreement for 20400 South Main Street
- Settlement authorization regarding Carson Goose entity development fees
- Minimum wage increase to $16.00 per hour for certain city employees
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $2,544,163.45
- Contract with Loma Media for videography up to $31,000
City Council
The City Council received reports from the Sheriff's Station and Los Angeles County Fire Department regarding community safety. The meeting included a legislative update from Senator Bradford's office and presentations on building and safety progress and electric vehicle charging.
- Sheriff's Station report on utility worker impersonation and EV charger safety
- Fire Department report of 1,238 total calls for November including $96,900 in property loss
- Senator Bradford update on $500,000 for Dymally Institute and $15 million for CSUDH infrastructure
- Recognition of Councilman Cedric Hicks as National Black Caucus of Elected Officials Regional Director
- Building and Safety progress update from Transtech Engineers
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority approved several administrative items and a new insurance policy. The board ratified claims and demands for $317,370.62 and authorized a pollution liability policy with Allianz.
- Ratification of claims and demands in the amount of $317,370.62
- Approval of a contractor pollution liability insurance policy with Allianz for up to $52,250 plus taxes and fees
- Third amendment to a settlement agreement with RE|Solutions, LLC
- Review of monthly reserves and cash report for October 2023
City Council
The City Council established a new internship and mentorship program through a memorandum of understanding with California State University, Dominguez Hills. The council also approved several consent items including legal settlements, property compliance extensions, and increased spending limits for maintenance supplies.
- Approved Memorandum of Understanding with CSUDH for an Internship and Mentorship Program
- Ratified Carson Housing Authority claims totaling $26,083.92
- Ratified City of Carson claims totaling $7,079,351.93
- Approved amendment for Shippers Transport Express, Inc. at Sepulveda Boulevard site
- Increased annual Home Depot spending limit from $200,000 to $400,000
City Council
The City Council met to address several legal matters in closed session. Actions included authorizing a settlement agreement regarding the Perry Street Property development and approving the commencement of new litigation.
- Settlement Agreement for the Perry Street Property development
- Authorization to commence litigation
- Sheriff's Department report on traffic enforcement near Main Street and Sepulveda Boulevard
- Los Angeles County Fire Department October statistics report
- Approval of October 17, 2023, meeting minutes
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority approved an amendment to a negotiation agreement with District Essential Housing, LLC regarding the former CAL Compact Landfill site. The board also ratified claims and demands totaling $1,198,403.49. Additionally, members reviewed the monthly reserves and cash report for September 2023.
- Amendment to negotiation agreement with District Essential Housing, LLC at 20400 S. Main Street
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $1,198,403.49
- Review of monthly reserves and cash report for September 30, 2023
City Council
The Carson City Council met to approve a contract for a historic structure report on City Hall and ratify several financial claims. The council also reviewed reports from the Sheriff's Department regarding local safety and heard public comments regarding street repairs.
- Approved a contract with Architectural Resources Group for a Carson City Hall report up to $148,724
- Ratified City Council claims and demands totaling $4,456,623.52
- Ratified Housing Authority claims and demands totaling $64,704.98
- Ratified Successor Agency claims and demands totaling $2,198.80
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority met to approve several administrative items including a property insurance policy renewal. The board also ratified outstanding claims and demands totaling $54,484.86.
- Renewal of property insurance policy with Starr Technical Risks Agency, Inc. for a premium not to exceed $515,164
- Ratification of claims and demands in the amount of $54,484.86
- Review of monthly reserves and cash report for August 31, 2023
City Council
The Carson City Council met to receive a $2 million check for road reconstruction and review various city reports. The meeting included updates from the Sheriff's Station, the Los Angeles County Fire Department, and several community proclamations.
- $2 million check from Assemblymember Josh Lowenthal for Lomita Boulevard reconstruction
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $4,003,275.59
- Amendment to Kiley & Associates, LLC contract for a $60,000 increase
- Los Angeles County Fire Department report of 893 total responses
- Sheriff's Station report including five gun-related arrests
City Council
The Council received updates on electric vehicle charging station sites and project progress. Members also reviewed a quarterly financial report regarding projects funded by the American Rescue Plan Act.
- Electric Vehicle Charging Station Sites update presentation
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $1,400,633.39
- Ratification of Carson Housing Authority claims totaling $6,318.34
- Ratification of Carson Successor Agency claims totaling $3,005.25
- Quarterly financial status report on American Rescue Plan Act projects
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Authority held a closed session to discuss price and terms for real property at the former Cal Compact Landfill. The Board also reviewed draft land use covenants and environmental restrictions for the site.
- Negotiations with Carson Goose Owner, LLC regarding Cells 3, 4, and 5 of the former Cal Compact Landfill at 20400 South Main Street
- Approval of a $10,970.10 claim and demand ratification
- Authorization of a commercial general liability policy not to exceed $109,887.00
- Approval of the Third Amendment to Option Agreement with Carson Goose Owner, LLC
- Approval of draft land use covenant and environmental restrictions for former Cal Compact Landfill (APN 7336-010-903 and 7336-010-905)
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or record of decisions for the Carson Reclamation Authority meeting on September 11, 2023.
City Council
The City Council received a service performance presentation from Long Beach Transit regarding local ridership and security. Additionally, officials discussed Senate Bill 1383 updates for organic recycling and addressed various city recognitions.
- Long Beach Transit service performance update
- Waste Resources Technologies SB 1383 organic recycling presentation
- Recognition of Carson as a finalist for the 2023 Most Business-Friendly City Award
- Proclamation recognizing September 11 as Patriot Day
- Proclamation recognizing National Hispanic Heritage Month
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or a record of decisions for the City Council meeting on September 5, 2023.
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority held a special meeting to discuss pending litigation. The board entered a closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding the case CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority, City of Carson and Successor Agency to the Carson Redevelopment Agency.
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 20STCV16461 (CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority, City of Carson and Successor Agency to the Carson Redevelopment Agency)
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or a record of decisions for the Carson Reclamation Authority meeting on August 24, 2023.
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Authority held a special meeting to confer with legal counsel regarding existing litigation. No reportable action was taken during the closed session.
- Legal conference regarding CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority (Case No. 20STCV16461)
City Council
The City Council met in closed session to discuss existing and anticipated litigation. No reportable actions were taken during these sessions.
- Litigation: CAM -Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority, City of Carson and Successor Agency to the Carson Redevelopment Agency (Case No. 20STCV16461)
- Discussion regarding assistance for the crisis in Maui
- Discussion regarding the Tour De Carson bicycle event
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or specific actions for the August 15, 2023, City Council meeting.
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Authority held a regular meeting to review legal matters, financial reports, and meeting minutes. The board approved several consent items including the ratification of specific claims and monthly reserve reports.
- Ratification of claims and demands in the amount of $565,113.97
- Approval of July 6, 2023, special meeting minutes
- Receipt and filing of May 31, 2023, monthly reserves and cash report
- Receipt and filing of June 30, 2023, monthly reserves and cash report
- Closed session conference regarding CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or substantive decisions for the Carson Reclamation Authority meeting on August 7, 2023.
City Council
The City Council reviewed several presentations regarding public safety cameras, a slurry seal project, and university programs. The council also approved multiple consent items including legal claims, contract amendments, and service agreements.
- Ratification of general demands totaling $1,939,151.01
- Amendment to Defendify, Inc. cybersecurity services not to exceed $99,547.95
- Agreement with Custom Signs, Inc. for nine city park scoreboards totaling $56,610.09
- Amendment to All City Management Services, Inc. at a cost of $453,974.40
- Amendment to RKA Consulting Group, Inc. for Sepulveda Boulevard widening totaling $877,438.00
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or records of decisions for the August 1, 2023, City Council meeting.
City Council
The City Council reviewed several legal matters in closed session and approved multiple consent items. Key actions included approving landscape median management contracts and ratifying various financial claims.
- Ratification of general demands totaling $3,256,633.60
- Approval of a $70,664 amendment for Vasquez and Company, LLP regarding GASB implementation
- Extension of Alltech Industries, Inc. contract for up to $557,132.00
- Leighton Consulting, Inc. contract amendment for $28,200 for Carriage Crest Park expansion
- Landscape median management contracts awarded to Mariposa Landscapes Inc. and Swayzer Corporation
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or a record of actions for the City Council meeting on July 18, 2023.
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Authority received a progress presentation from Carson Goose Owner, LLC regarding development on cells 3, 4, and 5 of the former Cal Compact Landfill. The developer provided updates on the project timeline and design features for The District at South Bay/Carson Country Mart.
- Presentation by Carson Goose Owner, LLC on The District at South Bay/Carson Country Mart project
- Ratification of claims and demands in the amount of $520,345.36
- Closed session regarding CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority, City of Carson et al. (Case No. 20STCV16461)
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or a record of decisions for the Carson Reclamation Authority meeting on July 6, 2023.
City Council
The City Council approved resolutions to amend job specifications and salary allocations for Council Aide positions. The council also authorized a reorganization to transfer the Grounds Division from Public Works to Community Services/Parks and Recreation.
- Approval of updated job specifications and salaries for Senior Council Aide and Council Aide
- Transfer of the Grounds Division from Public Works to Community Services/Parks and Recreation
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $4,365,254.26
- Amendment of RSG, Inc. contract for mobile home rent review services up to $790,140
- Acceptance of a $57,000 grant from the South Bay Center for Counseling
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or substantive decisions for the July 5, 2023, City Council meeting.
City Council
The City Council approved multiple contracts, including building and safety services and architectural services for a facade improvement program. The meeting also included a report from the Sheriff's Station regarding recent local incidents and community events.
- Contract with Transtech Engineers, Inc. for building and safety services up to $3,900,000
- Contract with Mour Group Engineering + Design, Inc. for architectural services not to exceed $200,000
- Amendment to MRS Environmental, Inc. for pipeline franchise audit of $56,886.00
- Ratification of city claims and demands totaling $4,437,376.29
- Donation of $2,000 from the Kayumanggi Lions Club to the Carson Sheriff’s Support Foundation
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or a record of decisions for the June 20, 2023, City Council meeting.
City Council
The City Council reviewed reports from the Sheriff and Fire Department, issued several proclamations, and approved multiple consent items. The council also discussed continuing a memorandum of understanding regarding management employees to a future meeting.
- Approval of eScribe Software Ltd. contract for agenda management not to exceed $75,683
- Ratification of general demands totaling $2,328,639.24
- Approval of South Bay Cities Council of Governments membership for $33,964.00
- Amendment of purchase agreement with G/M Business Interiors for City Hall furniture up to $901,610.46
- Proclamation declaring June 19, 2023 as Juneteenth Day of Observance
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or substantive decisions for the June 6, 2023, City Council meeting.
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority adopted its Fiscal Year 2023/24 budget and approved a public entity liability insurance policy with a premium not to exceed $180,490. The board also ratified claims totaling $477,651.67 and approved the termination of several development agreements related to Carson Marketplace, LLC. Additionally, the authority authorized the submission of a final subdivision map for the former Cal Compact Landfill.
- Adopted Resolution No. 23-11-CRJPA for the Fiscal Year 2023/24 budget
- Authorized public entity liability insurance with Chubb Companies USA, premium capped at $180,490.00
- Ratified claims and demands in the amount of $477,651.67 via Resolution No. 23-10-CRJPA
- Approved mutual termination of development agreements and covenants related to Carson Marketplace, LLC
- Authorized submission of Final Subdivision Map for Cells 3, 4, and 5 of the Former Cal Compact Landfill at 20400 South Main Street
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or a record of decisions for the Carson Reclamation Authority meeting on June 5, 2023.
City Council
The City Council reviewed various municipal items including a report from the Carson Sheriff's Station and a presentation from Los Angeles Harbor College. The meeting also included discussions on federal legislative updates regarding environmental justice and airport noise.
- Sheriff's Station report: 303 misdemeanor arrests, 338 felony arrests, and 31 guns removed
- Federal update: $1.5 million earmark from Senator Alex Padilla for Avalon Boulevard
- Federal update: $5 million request for Lomita Boulevard renovations
- Resolution No. 23-088: Ratifying claims and demands totaling $4,151,175.81
- Resolution No. 23-06-CHA: Ratifying Housing Authority claims of $14,557.73
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or records of decisions for the May 16, 2023, City Council meeting.
City Council
The City Council approved several administrative contracts and resolutions, including a condemnation of construction industry labor law violations. The body also received reports on public works projects and local law enforcement activities.
- Ratified $3,570,658.22 for general demands and $1,575.00 for co-op agreement demands
- Approved a three-year contract with American Transportation Systems for charter bus service not to exceed $375,000
- Adopted Resolution 23-080 condemning construction industry labor law violations
- Authorized the installation of No Idling signs and the development of a commercial vehicle idling enforcement ordinance
- Supported Assembly Bill 1465 to increase civic penalties for toxic discharges from refineries
The provided document is a meeting calendar listing for Carson, CA, not the actual minutes for the May 2, 2023 City Council meeting. No decisions, votes, or actions from that meeting are present in the source.
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority held a regular meeting on May 1, 2023, where it approved consent items including a resolution ratifying claims and demands totaling $399,408.76 and a second amendment to an option agreement with Carson Goose Owner, LLC for Cells 3, 4, and 5 of the former Cal Compact Landfill. The board also received the monthly reserves and cash report for March 2023. No reportable actions were taken in closed session regarding litigation and real property negotiations.
- Approved Resolution No. 23-09-CRJPA ratifying claims and demands in the amount of $399,408.76
- Approved Second Amendment to Option Agreement with Carson Goose Owner, LLC for Cells 3, 4, and 5 of the former Cal Compact Landfill at 20400 South Main Street
- Received and filed monthly reserves and cash report for month ending March 31, 2023
- Closed session held on litigation CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority (Case No. 20STCV16461) and real property negotiations with Carson Goose Owner, LLC
City Council
At a special meeting, the Carson City Council discussed a community services user fee study and directed staff to keep fees for residents unchanged, with minor adjustments for restructured programs. Non-residents may face market-based fees. The council also noted a $350,000 endowment for youth sports and reviewed revenue from UUT and Measure K.
- No fee changes for residents; non-residents may pay market rates
- Youth sports program remains free; $350,000 endowment expected
- UUT Measure revenue: $9 million; Measure K: $18 million
- No changes to Group Excursion Trips (S-103) and Recreation Summer Day Camp Trips (S-104)
- Staff directed to update fees and schedule future public hearing
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or substantive decisions for the City Council meeting on April 20, 2023.
City Council
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or a record of decisions for the City Council meeting on April 18, 2023.
City Council
The City Council met to approve a reward for information leading to the return of Alinka Angeline Castaneda and to participate in national opioid settlements. The meeting also included legislative updates from Assemblyman Mike A. Gipson and reports from local fire and sheriff's departments.
- Approved a $100,000 reward for information leading to the safe return of Alinka Angeline Castaneda
- Ratified claims and demands totaling $1,634,721.52 via Resolution No. 23-066
- Approved participation in National Opioid Settlements with Teva, Allergan, Walmart, Walgreens, and CVS
- Approved the destruction of 20 boxes of City Clerk records
- Discussed the potential for a future fire station at a vacant lot near the Porsche Driving Center
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or substantive decisions for the City Council meeting on April 4, 2023.
Carson Reclamation Authority
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or a record of actions for the Carson Reclamation Authority meeting on April 3, 2023.
City Council
The City Council awarded a five-year contract to Johnson Controls, Inc. for citywide video surveillance and access control systems. The body also ratified several million dollars in claims and demands and discussed a proposed reward for a missing juvenile.
- Awarded five-year contract to Johnson Controls, Inc. for video surveillance and access control
- Authorized $774,846.61 in construction contingencies for the surveillance project
- Ratified claims and demands totaling $4,629,505.83
- Approved $26,354.00 purchase order for League of California Cities membership
- Supported Assembly Bill 1505 for $250M seismic retrofitting for multifamily housing
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or a record of actions for the City Council meeting on March 21, 2023.
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority held a special meeting to confer with legal counsel in a closed session. No reportable action was taken during the meeting.
- Closed session regarding litigation: CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority, City of Carson and Successor Agency to the Carson Redevelopment Agency (Case No. 20STCV16461)
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or a record of actions for the Carson Reclamation Authority meeting on March 20, 2023.
City Council
The City Council held a special meeting to review a fee study for Community Development, Building and Safety, Administration, and Public Works. The Council requested that any fee increases be phased in over two years and asked for more data regarding the impact on residents and small businesses.
- Discussion of citywide user fee study recommendations
- Decision to keep fireworks fee at $25 instead of the recommended $60
- Request for data on phasing in fee increases over a two-year period
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or substantive decisions for the March 9, 2023, City Council meeting. It only confirms that an amended special meeting occurred at 1:00 PM at City Hall.
City Council
The City Council met to end the local state of emergency for COVID-19 and review a State Controller's Office audit of internal controls. The body also received public safety reports and recognized several community milestones through proclamations.
- Rescinded Resolution No. 20-053 to end the local COVID-19 state of emergency
- Ratified claims and demands totaling $1,646,600.44
- Received and filed State Controller's Office Audit Report on internal controls
- Discussed resolution to set aside the approval of the Rancho Dominguez Mobile Estates Park closure
- Reported $100,000 rewards for the Love and Beezer family cases
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or substantive decisions for the City Council meeting on March 7, 2023.
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority approved budget amendments to fund new personnel and ratified claims. The body also discussed pending litigation in a closed session.
- Approved $77,575.11 budget amendment to fund an Administrative Analyst and Typist Clerk II position
- Ratified claims and demands totaling $309,789.93 via Resolution No. 23-07-CRJPA
- Adopted Resolution No. 23-06-CRJPA to transfer $125,000 in the FY 2022/23 budget
- Closed session regarding litigation: CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority (Case No. 20STCV16461)
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or a record of actions for the Carson Reclamation Authority meeting on March 6, 2023.
City Council
The City Council, Successor Agency, and Housing Authority met to approve several municipal contracts and ratify claims. The body also received a report from the Carson Sheriff's Station regarding community events and safety initiatives.
- Ratified claims and demands totaling $3,779,082.57
- Awarded $40,000 contract to Barkshire Laser Leveling Inc. for Dominguez Park and Dolphin Park
- Awarded $194,701.53 contract to TK Elevator Corporation for Community Center elevator modernization
- Authorized $39,873.31 for a new Toro ProCore SR70 Turf Aerator from Turf Star Western
- Approved $16,600 increase for ECS Imaging, Inc. for cloud document management services
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or a record of actions for the February 21, 2023, City Council meeting.
City Council
The City Council held a workshop and public hearing on the Carson 2040 General Plan Update, receiving presentations from staff and consultants on land use, environmental justice, and CEQA. Council members provided direction on several elements, including prohibited uses, the Flex District, and the Shell property, and requested further language and stakeholder meetings before a vote, now expected in March.
- Council directed staff to keep existing zoning for prohibited uses (Option 2) and to prohibit residential uses in some Flex District areas (Option 2).
- Council chose Option 3 for Business Residential Mixed Use: keep existing zoning with restrictions on Main Street access to protect residents.
- For the Shell Property, Council directed to keep Business Residential Mixed Use designation but prohibit residential use.
- Council requested staff bring back detailed language on zoning, Flex District, and a resident survey, with no vote on February 21, 2023.
- Multiple stakeholders and residents spoke or submitted written comments requesting reconsideration or more time before adoption.
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or substantive decisions for the February 15, 2023, City Council meeting.
City Council
The City Council approved a $100,000 reward for information leading to the arrest and conviction of a driver involved in the death of Jamaal Freeman. The body also reviewed the city's annual financial report and approved several administrative contracts and program guidelines.
- Approved $100,000 reward for information regarding the death of Jamaal Freeman
- Ratified general demands totaling $5,896,158.12 and co-op agreement demands of $2,865
- Approved professional services agreement with Baker Tilly US, LLP not to exceed $209,138
- Approved PLHA Funded Single-Family Housing Rehabilitation Program guidelines and loans up to $50,000
- Adopted Resolution No. 23-033 to continue remote teleconferencing for legislative bodies for 30 days
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or substantive decisions for the February 7, 2023, City Council meeting.
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority met to approve financial reports and ratify specific claims. The board also addressed ongoing litigation in a closed session and extended a local emergency proclamation to allow for remote meetings.
- Ratification of claims and demands totaling $397,003.97 (Resolution No. 23-04-CRJPA)
- Ratification of an operating memorandum regarding CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority litigation
- Approval of monthly reserves and cash report for month ending December 31, 2022
- Proclamation of a local emergency authorizing remote teleconference meetings through March 8, 2023 (Resolution No. 23-03-CRJPA)
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority met in special session on February 1, 2023. The board held a closed session to discuss pending litigation (CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority, Case No. 20STCV16461). No reportable action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 6:15 PM.
- Closed session on existing litigation: CAM-Carson, LLC v. Carson Reclamation Authority, City of Carson, and Successor Agency to the Carson Redevelopment Agency (Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 20STCV16461)
- No reportable action taken in closed session
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or a record of decisions for the Carson Reclamation Authority meeting on February 1, 2023.
City Council
The City Council approved a final settlement agreement regarding anticipated litigation in closed session. The council also adopted several resolutions to amend the classification plan, including updated job specifications and salary allocations for various city roles.
- Approved a final settlement agreement for anticipated litigation
- Adopted resolutions for new job specifications and salary allocations for Deputy City Clerk, City Engineer, Special Projects Manager, and Human Resources Manager
- Ratified $8,813,315.39 in general claims and demands for the City Council
- Ratified $50,235.42 in claims for the Carson Housing Authority
- Ratified $35,925.95 in claims for the Carson Successor Agency
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or substantive decisions for the City Council meeting on January 17, 2023.
City Council
The Carson City Council approved a consent agenda covering routine financial reports, a $3.9 million claims ratification, a $1.6 million turf renovation contract, and a $100,000 allocation for homeless prevention. A proposed agreement with 3M for digital freeway billboards was continued to a later date after objections. The council also received reports from the Sheriff's Station and Fire Department, and approved a tree maintenance contract amendment.
- Ratified claims and demands totaling $3,901,641.27
- Awarded $1,617,311.50 construction contract to Marina Landscape for Civic Center turf renovation
- Allocated $100,000 from Housing Authority for homeless prevention and rapid re-housing
- Approved $1,094,313.40 amendment to West Coast Arborists tree maintenance contract
- Continued 3M digital billboard agreement to a later date
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or a record of decisions for the City Council meeting on January 3, 2023.
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority approved a supplemental contracting and staffing plan to transition from its comprehensive development management agreement with RES. The plan includes contracting separately with the on-site manager and secretary, expanding WSP's contract, adding three new City employees, and bidding construction management for the Lenardo Road project. The Authority also discussed timelines for hiring and contract termination deadlines.
- Approved contracting separately with current on-site manager and secretary
- Expanded contract with WSP, Inc. for environmental advisory and design oversight
- Adding three new City employees for project management
- Bidding construction management for Lenardo Road project through the City
- RES contract termination deadline January 31, 2023, with 90-day extension option
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or substantive decisions for the Carson Reclamation Authority meeting on January 3, 2024.
Carson Reclamation Authority
The Carson Reclamation Authority held a regular meeting on January 3, 2023, and approved several routine items, including the minutes, a claims ratification, a cash report, a remote meeting extension, and two contracts. The board also discussed meeting guidelines and noted that in-person meetings would resume in March.
- Ratified claims and demands totaling $90,765.13
- Approved on-call special counsel agreement with Greenberg Traurig, LLP for the 157-acre site
- Approved $10,000 contract with Natelson-Dale Group for Cell 2 project feasibility study
- Extended remote teleconferencing for public meetings through February 2, 2023
- Received monthly reserves and cash report for November 2022
The provided document is a meeting calendar list and does not contain the minutes or substantive decisions for the Carson Reclamation Authority meeting on January 3, 2024.