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AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.
CITY OF HAWTHORNE City Council AGENDA BILL For the meeting of 04/14/2026 Originating Department: Public Works |
City Manager:
Department Head:
SUBJECT:
RESOLUTION NO. 8595 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAWTHORNE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-27 FUNDED BY SB1: THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt this resolution No. 8595.
DISCUSSION:
Senate Bill 1, the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 was signed into law on April 28, 2017. This Bill will generate $54 billion over the next 10 years to fix roads, freeways, and bridges Statewide. The City of Hawthorne will be receiving approximately $2,328,747 in 2026-27. This fund will be used to improve our transportation infrastructure, providing residents with more efficient transportation options. The Resolution is a requirement for receiving funding and establishing accountability for continued funding. The resolution includes a project list that addresses the City’s needs for street improvements as determined by the Engineering Division’s pavement management system and capital improvement project list.
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN:
SB 1 funding strengthens Hawthorne’s economic development by improving streets, which makes it easier and faster for residents, customers, and businesses to move throughout the City.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None. The City will benefit by receiving an estimated amount of $2,328,747 from SB1 Funding for 2026-27 fiscal year.
NOTICING PROCEDURE:
72 hours posted notice pursuant to the Ralph M. Brown Act.