Council Meeting - June 23, 2026

The City of Gardena held a council meeting on June 23, 2026, which included several procurement and budget-related discussions. Key procurement actions included the approval of blanket purchase orders for fiscal year 2627, authorizing the city manager to purchase and bind insurance coverage totaling over $3 million, and awarding a four-year citywide tree trimming maintenance contract to Tiger Tree Trimming Services, Inc. for $629,327. The council also approved a three-year contract with HFNH Consultants LLC for solid waste agreement monitoring and SB 1383 compliance at a total cost of $522,325. Additionally, the council authorized a contract change order related to a traffic signal project funded by Measure R with a budget of $2.7 million. Budget presentations highlighted a balanced general fund budget, capital improvement projects including road and sewer improvements funded by Measure G and Measure GG, and transit budget challenges due to declining ridership and federal funding exhaustion. The council adopted resolutions related to investment policy, appropriations limit, unrepresented employee benefits, and a 4% cost of living adjustment for the police chief. A conditional use permit was approved for a private vehicle storage and automotive community facility, emphasizing education and community engagement. The meeting also addressed compliance with new state laws requiring policies for telephonic and internet disruptions during meetings. Overall, the meeting focused on approving contracts, budget allocations, and policies to support city operations and community services.