Council Meeting - August 25, 2026

The City of Gardena Council Meeting held on August 25, 2026, included several procurement and contract-related discussions. Key procurement actions included the approval of a 12-month contract with the SPCA LA for animal control services valued at approximately $311,800, with detailed discussions on service scope and costs. The council also authorized a funding agreement amendment with LA County Metro Transit Authority for the Ronda Beach Boulevard arterial improvements project, increasing the project budget to over $11 million, and approved a contract change order with Canon Corporation for additional professional services related to this project. Additionally, the council awarded a $78,362 contract to FM Thomas for the replacement of the HVAC controller system at City Hall. Another significant procurement decision was the approval of a $258,500 contract with Move Inc. for microgrid management and intelligent EV charging management to optimize electric bus charging and reduce utility costs. The council also accepted a $131,000 grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety for selective traffic enforcement. Policy discussions included the introduction of ordinances regulating robotic parking structures and accessory dwelling units, as well as adopting a military equipment use policy in compliance with Assembly Bill 481. The meeting featured public comments primarily focused on transit operator labor issues and safety improvements. Overall, the meeting addressed multiple contract awards, budget amendments, and policy adoptions impacting city infrastructure, public safety, and transit operations.