City Council Meeting - 8/18/2026

The City Council meeting of Norwalk on August 18, 2026, included several procurement and budget-related discussions primarily focused on housing and infrastructure projects. The council approved the acceptance of a $313,356 HUD VASH voucher award to support permanent housing for homeless veterans, with no impact on the city's general fund. Additionally, the council authorized a budget amendment allocating $174,700 from the low and moderate income housing asset fund to Kingdom Causes Bellflower (KCB) for homeless prevention and rapid rehousing services, continuing a successful partnership. The council also awarded a $2.3 million contract to Gentry Brothers for the Alondra Boulevard pavement rehabilitation project, funded through Prop C, RMRA, and TD Article 3 funds, with no use of general funds. Furthermore, a comprehensive water system master plan was presented, outlining capital improvement projects to address water quality and infrastructure challenges, including well rehabilitations and pipeline replacements, with funding strategies involving grants and community programs. The meeting also covered various community events and appointments but focused procurement actions on housing assistance programs and infrastructure improvements.