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AGENDA ITEM NO. 14.
CITY OF HAWTHORNE City Council AGENDA BILL For the meeting of 01/13/2026 Originating Department: City Manager |
City Manager:
Department Head:
SUBJECT:
Community Events Overview and Chamber of Commerce Coordination
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Receive and file the Community Events Overview and provide staff direction, as needed, regarding City-sponsored events, Chamber of Commerce–led events, partnership events, and related stipend use.
DISCUSSION:
At the May 27, 2025 and December 9, 2025 City Council meetings, the City Council discussed the coordination, structure, and funding of community events, including the role of the Hawthorne Chamber of Commerce.
This item provides a brief overview of City-led events, Chamber-led events, and events under consideration for potential partnership. The purpose of this consent item is to document prior Council discussion and provide an opportunity for limited direction to staff to ensure consistency and alignment with Council priorities.
Event Overview
Chamber of Commerce–Led Events
Establishing clarity around which events are City-led, Chamber-led, or jointly coordinated helps staff understand their respective roles and responsibilities, reduces confusion in event planning and execution. This clarity also supports efficient use of staff time and resources, particularly when multiple departments are involved in event coordination, permitting, logistics, and public communications.
Direction will assist staff in delivering well-organized community events, maintaining positive partnerships with the Hawthorne Chamber of Commerce and other stakeholders, and ensuring that City-supported activities align with Council priorities and community expectations.
This item provides a brief overview of City-led events, Chamber-led events, and events under consideration for potential partnership. The purpose of this consent item is to document prior Council discussion and provide an opportunity for limited direction to staff to ensure consistency and alignment with Council priorities.
Event Overview
Chamber of Commerce–Led Events
- Business Expo
- Gobble Operation (Employees)
- Gobble Operation (Community)
- Quarterly Meet and Greets
- Toy Giveaway
- Black History Month
- Bunny Breakfast (Spring Event)
- Community Cleanup
- Fiesta in the Park
- Halloween Event
- Summer Concerts & Movies in the Park
- Touch-a-Truck
- Winter Wonderland
- Autism Walk
- Juneteenth
- Car Show
- Women’s History Month – To be recognized during a City Council meeting, consistent with prior Council direction.
Establishing clarity around which events are City-led, Chamber-led, or jointly coordinated helps staff understand their respective roles and responsibilities, reduces confusion in event planning and execution. This clarity also supports efficient use of staff time and resources, particularly when multiple departments are involved in event coordination, permitting, logistics, and public communications.
Direction will assist staff in delivering well-organized community events, maintaining positive partnerships with the Hawthorne Chamber of Commerce and other stakeholders, and ensuring that City-supported activities align with Council priorities and community expectations.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN:
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
None
NOTICING PROCEDURE:
72-hour posted notice pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act.