MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAWTHORNE,
CALIFORNIA HELD MAY 27, 2025
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAWTHORNE,
CALIFORNIA HELD MAY 27, 2025
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Vargas called the City Council meeting to order at 6:12 p.m. in the City Council Chambers of City Hall, 4455 W. 126th Street, Hawthorne, California 90250.
INVOCATION
The evening's Invocation was led by Pastor Greg Guich.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Angie Reyes English led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
- Present:
- Mayor Alex Vargas; Mayor Pro Tem Alex Monteiro; Council Member Katrina Manning; Council Member Angie Reyes English; Council Member Faye Johnson
- Also Present:
- City Manager Vontray Norris; City Attorney Robert Kim; Deputy City Clerk Joy Post; City Treasurer Marie Poindexter-Hornback
PROCLAMATIONS/CERTIFICATES/PRESENTATIONS
1.
Los Angeles Dodgers Foundation Dodgers Dreamfields 64 and 65 - A. Monterio
2.
Hawthorne Police Captain Eric Lane will provide a brief overview of the services offerred by Sharp Performance, Inc.
3.
City Clerk Record Organization and Retention (Item was pulled)
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Patricia Donaldson, President Chamber of Commerce, announced upcoming Chamber events including Bingo Night, Backpack giveaway at Kornbllum Elementary, and a Golf tournament at Rio Hondo. Pastor Garth, Calvary of Hawthorne, invited the community to the upcoming play, 'Dear Westmont, Can I Live?'. Ruben Sanchez, North Hawthorne Community Association, spoke regarding the TeleHealth Van services.
CITY CLERK'S CONSENT CALENDAR
4.
Approval of the City Council meeting minutes for the regular meetings of October 22, 2024 and November 12, 2024, and for the special meeting of November 19, 2024.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that City Council approve the City Council meeting minutes for the regular meetings of October 22, 2024, and November 12, 2024, and for the special meeting of November 19, 2024.
Mayor Vargas moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, to approve the City Clerk's consent calendar (Item 4).
ROLL CALL- AYES: Councilmembers Manning, Reyes English, Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro and Mayor Vargas.
NOES: None.
ABSTAIN: Councilmember Johnson
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that City Council approve the City Council meeting minutes for the regular meetings of October 22, 2024, and November 12, 2024, and for the special meeting of November 19, 2024.
Mayor Vargas moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, to approve the City Clerk's consent calendar (Item 4).
ROLL CALL- AYES: Councilmembers Manning, Reyes English, Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro and Mayor Vargas.
NOES: None.
ABSTAIN: Councilmember Johnson
5.
Approval of the City Council meeting minutes for the regular meeting of January 28, 2025.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the regular City Council meeting minutes of January 28, 2025.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the regular City Council meeting minutes of January 28, 2025.
6.
City Treasurer requests approval of the warrants. Motion to approve the warrants.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff Recommends that the City Council approve the warrants issued for the period of 05/14/2025 to 05/27/2025 for a total of $6,182,240.27.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff Recommends that the City Council approve the warrants issued for the period of 05/14/2025 to 05/27/2025 for a total of $6,182,240.27.
7.
Approval of waiver of full readings of resolutions and ordinances on Tuesday, May 27, 2025’s agenda. Motion to waive full readings.
RESOLUTIONS
8.
RESOLUTION NO. 8530 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAWTHORNE, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A FOUR-WAY STOP AT THE INTERSECTION OF CEDAR AVENUE AND 116TH STREET.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff Recommends that the City Council approve Resolution No. 8530
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff Recommends that the City Council approve Resolution No. 8530
9.
RESOLUTION NO. 8531 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAWTHORNE, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING A FOUR-WAY STOP AT THE INTERSECTION OF OXFORD AVENUE AND 116TH STREET.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff Recommends that the City Council approve Resolution No. 8531
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff Recommends that the City Council approve Resolution No. 8531
10.
RESOLUTION NO 8532 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAWTHORNE, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING, APPROVING, AND RATIFYING ACCEPTANCE OF THE BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE FY 24 EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT (JAG) PROGRAM, AWARD NUMBER 15PBJA-24-GG-05048-JAGX, TOTALING $43,507.00, TO BE APPLIED TOWARDS THE PRIOR PURCHASE OF AUTOMATED LICENSE PLATE READER (ALPR) EQUIPMENT, LICENSING, AND STORAGE.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff Recommends that the City Council approve Resolution No. 8532
Councilmember Reyes English moved, seconded by Mayor Vargas, to approve the City Clerk's consent calendar. (Items 5 - 10)
ROLL CALL- AYES: Councilmembers Johnson, Manning, Reyes English, Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, Mayor Vargas.
NOES: None.
Councilmember Reyes English moved, seconded by Mayor Vargas, to approve the City Clerk's consent calendar. (Items 5 - 10)
ROLL CALL- AYES: Councilmembers Johnson, Manning, Reyes English, Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, Mayor Vargas.
NOES: None.
SUCCESOR AGENCY
11.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-03 OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF HAWTHORNE APPROVING AN OFFICIAL STATEMENT, BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT, CONTINUING DISCLOSURE CERTIFICATE, AND AUTHORIZING CERTAIN RELATED ACTIONS IN CONNECTION WITH THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY’S TAX ALLOCATION REFUNDING BONDS, SERIES 2025.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff Recommends That The Board Of Directors Of The Successor Agency To The Community Redevelopment Agency Of The City Of Hawthorne Adopt Resolution No. 2025-03 Approving An Official Statement, Bond Purchase Agreement, Continuing Disclosure Certificate, And Authorizing Certain Related Actions In Connection With The Successor Agency’s Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds, Series 2025.
Chairman Vargas moved, seconded by Agency Member Reyes English, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-03 (Item 11)
ROLL CALL- AYES: Agency Members Johnson, Manning, Reyes English, Monteiro, Chariman Vargas.
NOES: None.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff Recommends That The Board Of Directors Of The Successor Agency To The Community Redevelopment Agency Of The City Of Hawthorne Adopt Resolution No. 2025-03 Approving An Official Statement, Bond Purchase Agreement, Continuing Disclosure Certificate, And Authorizing Certain Related Actions In Connection With The Successor Agency’s Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds, Series 2025.
Chairman Vargas moved, seconded by Agency Member Reyes English, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-03 (Item 11)
ROLL CALL- AYES: Agency Members Johnson, Manning, Reyes English, Monteiro, Chariman Vargas.
NOES: None.
12.
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-04
A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE HAWTHORNE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY AND HARRIS & ASSOCIATES TO PROVIDE THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY WITH VARIOUS SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH SUCCESSOR AGENCY REPORTING REQUIREMENTS.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends the Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-04, approving an Amendment Agreement between the Successor Agency and Harris & Associates to provide the Successor Agency with various services associated with Successor Agency reporting requirements.
Agency Member Monteiro moved, seconded by Chairman Vargas, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-04 (Item 12)
ROLL CALL- AYES: Agency Members Johnson, Manning, Monteiro, Reyes English, Chairman Vargas
NOES: None.
A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE HAWTHORNE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, APPROVING AN AMENDMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY AND HARRIS & ASSOCIATES TO PROVIDE THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY WITH VARIOUS SERVICES ASSOCIATED WITH SUCCESSOR AGENCY REPORTING REQUIREMENTS.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends the Adoption of Resolution No. 2025-04, approving an Amendment Agreement between the Successor Agency and Harris & Associates to provide the Successor Agency with various services associated with Successor Agency reporting requirements.
Agency Member Monteiro moved, seconded by Chairman Vargas, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-04 (Item 12)
ROLL CALL- AYES: Agency Members Johnson, Manning, Monteiro, Reyes English, Chairman Vargas
NOES: None.
ORDINANCES
13.
ORDINANCE NO. 2257 (2nd READING). AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HAWTHORNE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 17.76 (SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES), AND ADDING SECTION 17.76.030 (OPERATIONAL STANDARDS), OF CHAPTER 17.76 (SALE OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES), OF TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF THE HAWTHORNE MUNICIPAL CODE, AND MAKING A FINDING OF EXEMPTION IN COMPLIANCE WITH CEQA IN CONNECTION THEREWITH.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff Recommends that City Council adopt Ordinance No. 2257
Mayor Vargas moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, to adopt Ordinance 2257 (Item 13).
ROLL CALL-AYES: Councilmembers Johnson, Manning, Reyes English, Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, Mayor Vargas.
NOES: None.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff Recommends that City Council adopt Ordinance No. 2257
Mayor Vargas moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, to adopt Ordinance 2257 (Item 13).
ROLL CALL-AYES: Councilmembers Johnson, Manning, Reyes English, Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, Mayor Vargas.
NOES: None.
CITY MANAGER'S CONSENT CALENDAR
14.
Resurfacing of Runway 7-25 and Resurfacing of Taxiways and Trench Drain Extension for Hawthorne Municipal Airport (Project # 25-06) - Reject and Out to Bid
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council reject the bid received on the May 13, 2025 bid opening date and authorize the Director of Public Works to re-advertise for construction bids with a return date of June 24, 2025.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council reject the bid received on the May 13, 2025 bid opening date and authorize the Director of Public Works to re-advertise for construction bids with a return date of June 24, 2025.
15.
Sublease Non-Disturbance & Attornment Agreements Re. Terminal Building and T-Hangars Assignments from Willow Vista Rentals, LLC to 395 Park Place, LLC.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that the city council approve the Sublease Non-Disturbance & Attornment Agreements for the Assignments of T-Hangars and Terminal Building from Willow Vista Rentals, LLC to 395 Park Place, LLC and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreements and make minor amendments thereto.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that the city council approve the Sublease Non-Disturbance & Attornment Agreements for the Assignments of T-Hangars and Terminal Building from Willow Vista Rentals, LLC to 395 Park Place, LLC and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreements and make minor amendments thereto.
16.
Progress Payment #5 in the amount of $188,100.00 due to Pardess Air Inc of Los Angeles, CA for Hawthorne Memorial Center HVAC System Upgrade (Project #23-08).
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve this Progress Payment #5 to Pardess Air Inc of Los Angeles, CA
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve this Progress Payment #5 to Pardess Air Inc of Los Angeles, CA
17.
Agreement between the City of Hawthorne and Sharp Performance, Inc., for professional coaching services.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the agreement with Sharp Performance, Inc. for professional coaching services in the amount of $224,996.25, and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement and make minor amendments thereto.
18.
Telehealth Agreement – Fiscal Year 2025–2026 Funding Allocation
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council direct staff to bring back an agreement for Telehealth Services for Fiscal Year 2025–2026, with a budget not to exceed $100,000. Funding will be allocated from the Cannabis Community Outreach line item – Mental Health and Wellness Account.
Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro moved, seconded by Councilmember Reyes English, to approve the City Manager's consent calendar (Item 18)
ROLL CALL AYES: Councilmember Johnson, Manning, Reyes English, Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, Mayor Vargas.
NOES: None.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council direct staff to bring back an agreement for Telehealth Services for Fiscal Year 2025–2026, with a budget not to exceed $100,000. Funding will be allocated from the Cannabis Community Outreach line item – Mental Health and Wellness Account.
Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro moved, seconded by Councilmember Reyes English, to approve the City Manager's consent calendar (Item 18)
ROLL CALL AYES: Councilmember Johnson, Manning, Reyes English, Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, Mayor Vargas.
NOES: None.
19.
Amendment No. One to the License Agreement Between the City of Hawthorne, Hawthorne Airport, LLC. and Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation for Monitoring of Wells
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff Recommends that the City Council Approve the First Amendment to the License Agreement Between the City of Hawthorne, Hawthorne Airport, LLC. and Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation for the Monitoring of Wells at the Airport and Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Agreement and Minor Changes Thereto.
Mayor Vargas moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, to approve the City Manager's consent calendar (Items 14-17 &19).
ROLL CALL- AYES: Councilmembers Johnson, Manning, Reyes English, Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, Mayor Vargas.
NOES: None.
RECOMMENDED MOTION:
Staff Recommends that the City Council Approve the First Amendment to the License Agreement Between the City of Hawthorne, Hawthorne Airport, LLC. and Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation for the Monitoring of Wells at the Airport and Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Agreement and Minor Changes Thereto.
Mayor Vargas moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, to approve the City Manager's consent calendar (Items 14-17 &19).
ROLL CALL- AYES: Councilmembers Johnson, Manning, Reyes English, Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, Mayor Vargas.
NOES: None.
DISCUSSION/ACTION ITEMS
20.
Sister Cities - K. Manning
As part of our ongoing efforts to foster regional and international relationships and promote cultural exchanges, Councilmember Manning feels it is imperative to select a sister city. Asked Council if a directive could be given to the City Manager to pursue potentially being a host city for the World Cup and also the Olympics. Councilmember Manning requested that we move forward on contacting potential cities and maybe form a committee to do some of the leg work. Mayor Pro Tem Moneiro recommended that since he is still in contact with the State Board Olympic Association, he would meet with them so we can have a clearer idea of what is needed.
As part of our ongoing efforts to foster regional and international relationships and promote cultural exchanges, Councilmember Manning feels it is imperative to select a sister city. Asked Council if a directive could be given to the City Manager to pursue potentially being a host city for the World Cup and also the Olympics. Councilmember Manning requested that we move forward on contacting potential cities and maybe form a committee to do some of the leg work. Mayor Pro Tem Moneiro recommended that since he is still in contact with the State Board Olympic Association, he would meet with them so we can have a clearer idea of what is needed.
21.
Prioritizing of City Events in Accordance with City Resources - A. Vargas.
Mayor Vargas expressed concern that the number of city events being held throughout the year is overwhelming staff. He recommends that we budget for all events and have one single line item for all events. Councilmembers are no longer going to be organizing these events. These are now city staff organized, which means that events are not hosted by or sponsored by any Councilmember. Mayor Vargas listed all upcoming events and made recommendations for consolidating events. After discussion, a motion was made.
Mayor Vargas moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, to have Womens History month as a stand-alone in March with City Council recognition, to have the Spring event added to the Earth Day/Service Provider Fair in April, to have Mother's Day as a stand-alone and the Meet and Greets will be quarterly after the next two meetings.
ROLL CALL - AYES: Councilmembers Johnson, Manning, Reyes English, Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, Mayor Vargas
NOES: None.
Mayor Vargas expressed concern that the number of city events being held throughout the year is overwhelming staff. He recommends that we budget for all events and have one single line item for all events. Councilmembers are no longer going to be organizing these events. These are now city staff organized, which means that events are not hosted by or sponsored by any Councilmember. Mayor Vargas listed all upcoming events and made recommendations for consolidating events. After discussion, a motion was made.
Mayor Vargas moved, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, to have Womens History month as a stand-alone in March with City Council recognition, to have the Spring event added to the Earth Day/Service Provider Fair in April, to have Mother's Day as a stand-alone and the Meet and Greets will be quarterly after the next two meetings.
ROLL CALL - AYES: Councilmembers Johnson, Manning, Reyes English, Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro, Mayor Vargas
NOES: None.
ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORTS/RECOMMENDATIONS
City Treasurer Poindexter-Hornback reported on attending conferences regarding the economic outlook and economic uncertainty, the Dodger Dreamfield opening, and the Medal of Valor. Spoke on CD rollovers and rate cuts. Requested a Proclamation for a retiring teacher from Cimarron Elementary School.
Deputy City Clerk Post stated that notary services are available by appointment in the City Clerk's office.
Councilmember Johnson thanked Humble Hearts Academy and Tacos Y Mariscos 106 for participating in tonight's Meet and Greet. Commended Community Services employee Marilyn Eteaki for the great job she did while signing up residents for summer classes. Spoke on the Sharp Performance program. Thanked Supervisor Holly Mitchell and State Senator Laura Richardson for the Certificates they provided in recognition of the City's Memorial Day service that was held at the Memorial Center.
Councilmember Manning reported on attending Supervisor Holly Mitchell's fireside chat, the Centinela Valley Union High School District Safety Summit, the K9 Community Dinner, the 49th Annual South Bay Medal of Valor awards, the Dodger Dreamfields opening, the Bridge of Hope 2-year celebration, the California Contract Cities Association Annual Munincipal Seminar in Indian Wells, and the Zela Davis Park groundbreaking.
Councilmember Reyes English announced upcoming events, including Summer in the Parks, Summer Swim, the Hawthorne Historical Society Pancake Breakfast, the Chamber of Commerce Mixer, the Chamber of Commerce backpack giveaway, and the Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament. Provided comments on the Sharp Performance program, the Dodger Dreamfields, Bridge of Hope, the Facade program implementation at El Segundo and Crenshaw, and the TeleHealth organization. Looks forward to finding a Host City and the new lineup of events for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Directed that Kinecta be included in city-driven Hawthorne Chamber events. Thanked Councilmember Manning for her work in putting together the Mother's Day event, the Women's Day event, and the Business Expo.
Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro congratulated all our police officers who received the Medal of Valor. Announced that the Kiwanis and the Rotary Club will hold their own recognition event of police and fire and announced the Juneteenth event at City Hall. Thanked Captain Lane for the Sharp Performance program, and thanked those who donated and attended the Hawthorne Presidents Council K9 dinner. Encouraged the community to check out the Dodger Dreamfelds. Provided comments on the Bridge of Hope 2-year celebration, and on the resale of bonds. Directed that the Chamber of Commerce be in charge of new-business ribbon cuttings.
Mayor Vargas spoke on the upcoming NALEO conference and on moving the City forward economically. Acknowledged all the work Councilmember Manning did in bringing events to the City. Provided comments on the different directions we will be taking regarding City events and on the world events taking place in Ukraine, Russia, Palestine and Israel.
Deputy City Clerk Post stated that notary services are available by appointment in the City Clerk's office.
Councilmember Johnson thanked Humble Hearts Academy and Tacos Y Mariscos 106 for participating in tonight's Meet and Greet. Commended Community Services employee Marilyn Eteaki for the great job she did while signing up residents for summer classes. Spoke on the Sharp Performance program. Thanked Supervisor Holly Mitchell and State Senator Laura Richardson for the Certificates they provided in recognition of the City's Memorial Day service that was held at the Memorial Center.
Councilmember Manning reported on attending Supervisor Holly Mitchell's fireside chat, the Centinela Valley Union High School District Safety Summit, the K9 Community Dinner, the 49th Annual South Bay Medal of Valor awards, the Dodger Dreamfields opening, the Bridge of Hope 2-year celebration, the California Contract Cities Association Annual Munincipal Seminar in Indian Wells, and the Zela Davis Park groundbreaking.
Councilmember Reyes English announced upcoming events, including Summer in the Parks, Summer Swim, the Hawthorne Historical Society Pancake Breakfast, the Chamber of Commerce Mixer, the Chamber of Commerce backpack giveaway, and the Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament. Provided comments on the Sharp Performance program, the Dodger Dreamfields, Bridge of Hope, the Facade program implementation at El Segundo and Crenshaw, and the TeleHealth organization. Looks forward to finding a Host City and the new lineup of events for the 2025-2026 fiscal year. Directed that Kinecta be included in city-driven Hawthorne Chamber events. Thanked Councilmember Manning for her work in putting together the Mother's Day event, the Women's Day event, and the Business Expo.
Mayor Pro Tem Monteiro congratulated all our police officers who received the Medal of Valor. Announced that the Kiwanis and the Rotary Club will hold their own recognition event of police and fire and announced the Juneteenth event at City Hall. Thanked Captain Lane for the Sharp Performance program, and thanked those who donated and attended the Hawthorne Presidents Council K9 dinner. Encouraged the community to check out the Dodger Dreamfelds. Provided comments on the Bridge of Hope 2-year celebration, and on the resale of bonds. Directed that the Chamber of Commerce be in charge of new-business ribbon cuttings.
Mayor Vargas spoke on the upcoming NALEO conference and on moving the City forward economically. Acknowledged all the work Councilmember Manning did in bringing events to the City. Provided comments on the different directions we will be taking regarding City events and on the world events taking place in Ukraine, Russia, Palestine and Israel.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Vargas adjourned the regular City Council meeting at 9:01 p.m.
CERTIFICATION
Passed and approved this 26th day of August 2025.___________________________
Dayna Williams-Hunter
City Clerk