# City of Culver City - City Council Meeting - 09/14/2026


**Body:** City of Culver City
**Date:** September 13, 2026
**Jurisdiction:** SLED

**Tags:** Transportation, Information Technology, Regulatory Compliance, Physical Infrastructure


The City of Culver City held a City Council meeting on September 14, 2026, which included a variety of community recognitions, presentations, and public hearings. Key procurement-related discussions centered on the introduction and consideration of an ordinance regulating autonomous vehicle (AV) fleet services. The ordinance proposed new use classifications, standards, and approval procedures for AV fleet operations, emphasizing minimizing impacts on residential areas through performance standards, location restrictions, and operational requirements. The council discussed amendments including limiting AV fleets to electric vehicles, extending buffer zones to adjacent Los Angeles residential areas, and requiring AV fleet services in mixed-use developments to be within enclosed structures. Despite extensive staff outreach and public input, the council did not pass the urgency ordinance requiring a four-fifths vote but approved the regular ordinance on first reading, which will take effect after 30 days. Other procurement-related updates included the city's review of automated license plate recognition technology with vendor Flock Safety and the presentation of the 2026 Sustainable Business Certification program, which supports local businesses in environmental stewardship and sustainability efforts. The council also discussed upcoming capital projects such as the installation of a landmark sculpture and the city's preparation for the 2028 Olympics, including potential partnerships with Dutch organizations. Several motions related to budget allocations, event sponsorships, and community programs were approved unanimously. The meeting concluded with adjournment to closed session and no further procurement actions reported.

**Source:** City of Culver City