City of Carson CA. City Council Special Meeting (Monday 8/10/2026 2PM)

The City of Carson, California City Council held a special meeting on August 10, 2026, primarily to address a pending litigation settlement with Tesoro Marketing and Refining related to an oil refinery tax. The council reviewed and provisionally approved a settlement agreement involving a payment of approximately $370 million to the city, which would reimburse the city for impounded taxes, litigation costs, and related fees. Consequently, the council voted unanimously to rescind and withdraw the previously proposed per barrel tax measure that was set for the November 3 ballot, contingent upon the execution of the final settlement agreement. The council also scheduled a special meeting for the following day to finalize and approve the settlement documentation and ensure timely filing with the Registrar-Recorder's office. Public comments included opposition to the tax measure, citing economic concerns and potential impacts on local businesses and workers.