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Ordinance introductions and legislative items

- Fireworks ordinance (Item 28): Introduced for first reading Ordinance No. 25-2507 to prohibit sale, use and discharge of fireworks within the city except for permitted public displays. Council also directed staff to study legally permissible options to address nonprofit fundraising losses. (See detailed article.)

- Perry Street approvals (Item 26): Council approved general-plan and specific-plan amendments, an addendum to the Carson 2040 EIR, and introduced the implementing ordinance/amended development agreement (Ordinance No. 25-2506) to allow a 62-unit townhome development at 21611 Perry Street; unanimous vote. Staff to secure required DTSC and RWQCB approvals prior to occupancy.

- Active Transportation & Community Connectivity Plan (Item 25): Adopted Resolution No. 25-019 and authorized staff to record a CEQA notice of exemption; council vote unanimous. Staff will program priority projects into the CIP and pursue grant funding; a bicycle master plan will follow.

Ordinances and enforcement (brief decisions)

- Illegal-dumping ordinance (Item 27): Council introduced Ordinance No. 25-2505 (repeal/replace Carson Municipal Code §4105) and adopted a resolution raising administrative citation fines; members asked staff to return with an amended fine schedule for greater deterrence. Motion carried; staff to return with recommended fine adjustments.

- Illegal speed contests / spectators (Item 30): Adopted second reading and final adoption of Ordinance No. 25-2504 adding a chapter to prohibit spectators at illegal motor-vehicle speed contests and exhibitions of speed. Motion carried unanimously.

Consent and other items

- The council approved the consent calendar (items 11–23) with the exception of pulled items. Specific consent items and requests to pull items 20 and 22 were handled on the record; staff provided clarifications where numbering on the published agenda had been revised.

Next steps and follow-ups

- Staff was directed to return with legally permissible options to support nonprofits affected by the fireworks ban, and to present enforcement strategies aimed at illegal fireworks vendors.

- For the Perry Street development, staff will require developer documentation of regulatory clearances before issuing occupancy.

- For the Active Transportation Plan and other infrastructure items, staff will return with CIP programming and grant strategies.

For full context, refer to the meeting minutes and individual staff reports for each agenda item.","mediaType","Video","parentTitle","City of Carson CA. Council Meeting (Tuesday 3/4/2025 5PM)","oneSentenceSummary","A roundup of council decisions from the March 4 Carson City Council meeting, including introduction of the fireworks ordinance, adoption of the Active Transportation Plan and approvals on land use, illegal-dumping fines and an anti-speed-contest ordinance.","taxTitle","Carson City, Los Angeles County, California","taxId",4199,"location","headline","","shortSummary",{"_33":76,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":77,"_41":78,"_43":79,"_45":80,"_47":81,"_49":82,"_51":83,"_53":84,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":85,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":86,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6651578,"Carson adopts Active Transportation and Community Connectivity Plan to guide sidewalks, bikeways and crossings",202,11876000,12078000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2499263-49473b2a7b30fab550c84d32e2166866&start=11876&end=12078","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2499263-49473b2a7b30fab550c84d32e2166866/thumbnail_11876000.jpg","/articles/6651578/Carson-City/Los-Angeles-County/California/Carson-adopts-Active-Transportation-and-Community-Connectivity-Plan-to-guide-sidewalks-bikeways-and-crossings","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6651578-fb7b59d30cfde839aa7dbf3ff71f05c6/orig.mp4?Expires=1770672964&Signature=itXGAAlDIFUjlH4lKbt5P-5EMT705fh3xQ9KuiE8t~OWdUsj-3kyZQa~zNThgTfrRbe-vQ5J5m2S1pl~Xb1jH66V0fRuMZXgIj1u2NgDcPQqVG~AtQlMStga32ts5toiNn2fAywo4H-wdipNln3UylMh7yEWOyOaU41w3nI~M4~UqQThPVT8o4Flac08Y7RCyml82-NN7uMNuD6Rbw3mNgpE4uqaPrRtbGU8kX4f4ufyhVeDOptkcpiZ8DEf9KLbOwRUFJL8NM3~1FdoaHHHJr8mr6Sf1KTnLD5U66IbO9Tz6uKFxawtgkdl~3vslq2U7Nz26i0Lu~sL9kdUZDS6jw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Carson City Council unanimously approved the Active Transportation and Community Connectivity Plan on March 4, a policy and project-priority document intended to close gaps in the city's walking and biking network and to strengthen grant competitiveness for construction funding.

Why it matters: The plan sets a multi-year agenda for sidewalks, crosswalks, pedestrian lighting, on-street and protected bikeways, shared-use paths and traffic-calming measures. It identifies sites near schools, transit stops and parks where safety improvements are most needed and aims to support healthy mobility options and safer streets.

What the plan recommends: Consultants presented a draft that includes roughly 275 pedestrian recommendations (crossings and intersection countermeasures), about 4.5 miles of pedestrian lighting (to address concerns at freeway underpasses), seven miles of traffic calming, about 8 miles of shared-use path, 20 miles of on-street bikeways and 25 miles of physically protected bikeways. The plan also recommends policy, maintenance and community-engagement steps to sustain the new infrastructure.

Public involvement and next steps: The plan was developed with two rounds of public engagement in 2024 and late 2024, including workshops, school walk audits and pop-up events. The council voted to adopt the plan and staff said near-term next steps include incorporating high-priority projects into the Capital Improvement Program, developing grant strategies for construction and launching a separate bicycle master plan that will refine corridor-level design.

Council comments: Council members praised the consultant and staff for the outreach and suggested reviving an annual community bike event (Ciclovia) and pursuing grant funding to implement priority projects. The city engineer and traffic staff said staff will follow up with a timetable for implementation and community notification once projects are programmed in the CIP.

Ending: The plan provides a blueprint the city can use to seek state and federal grants and to guide on-the-ground improvements that will change where and how Carson residents walk and bike.","The council approved the Carson Active Transportation and Community Connectivity Plan, which maps pedestrian and bicycle improvements, prioritizes lighting and safety projects and is intended to support future grant applications and a forthcoming city bicycle master plan.",{"_33":88,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":89,"_41":90,"_43":91,"_45":92,"_47":93,"_49":94,"_51":95,"_53":96,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":97,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":98,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6651583,"Council approves Perry Street plan for 62 townhomes, developer to fund community improvements",424,12498000,12922000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2499263-49473b2a7b30fab550c84d32e2166866&start=12498&end=12922","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2499263-49473b2a7b30fab550c84d32e2166866/thumbnail_12498000.jpg","/articles/6651583/Carson-City/Los-Angeles-County/California/Council-approves-Perry-Street-plan-for-62-townhomes-developer-to-fund-community-improvements","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6651583-4b8b72f1e179a74caeeb55191f6cb8de/orig.mp4?Expires=1770672964&Signature=Weq2HCHrgQ0FBr-0q8FYskHJ1vifGtgxBfx6MRKkMuNswKJYdIsPvg~dP2hHPZt6QsNiVel9EfHEQvT2ySz0~zK~z27mr7ipQk7ngwEnSbXVjsxlzHdWFVljnA8QyU33KKzVUKaeaWCTdzvnKraCeyhBj0krEqichotce-KhXtXenS3WyH5YoJ28vVwysCtUHSLdKFaMBZpy9HYoRsEDEfBrpzgeGYVADJh0GMTpYgNSVHyRV8alACMkOtuKAy6haue3grvm5Oi0XjspTGN7CYJYa8~kXUdWaAOOVc9pDNmof2SlNo64iHEsdeX2KT75Qsl-4j-rw1gNbSLFzMzDRw__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Carson City Council approved on March 4 a set of land-use changes and a development agreement permitting a 62-unit, three-story townhome development at 21611 Perry Street, an approximately 2.8-acre site at the northwest corner of Carson Street and Perry Street.

Why it matters: The approvals convert a site that had previously been entitled for a self-storage project to a higher-density residential use and include community benefits and environmental remediation commitments. Council, staff and the developer said the project will advance housing goals and redevelop a long-troubled parcel.

What the council acted on: The council adopted Resolution No. 25-031 approving an addendum to the Carson 2040 General Plan Update EIR, approved General Plan Amendment No. 2-24 (amending the Corridor Mixed Use designation), Specific Plan Amendment No. 2-24 (Perry Street Specific Plan), and introduced Ordinance No. 25-2506 (amending the development agreement) to implement Development Agreement No. 2-24. Planning Commission had recommended approval on February 11.

Project and community benefits: The proposal calls for 62 townhome units in three stories ranging from about 1,168 to 1,783 square feet, with two-car garages and 26 guest parking spaces. The developer committed to multiple community benefits: $250,000 toward development-impact-related fees or similar obligations; $250,000 for a commercial façade program; a $50,000 development agreement fee; and dedication of approximately 550 square feet to connect a bike path along the Dominguez Channel. The applicant also agreed to remedial and construction approvals from state regulatory agencies (Regional Water Quality Control Board and DTSC) and a DTSC oversight agreement (a prospective ‘‘Clara’’-style agreement) to ensure safe development of the site.

Environmental and regulatory controls: Staff explained the property has a history of environmental issues, deed restrictions and a legacy land-use covenant. The developer told the council that recent studies indicate historic contamination was overstated and that the team will follow required remedial controls and obtain DTSC and water-board clearances before occupancy. Council required final agency clearances as a condition of the approvals.

Public comment and developer commitment: Developer representatives described outreach they conducted with neighbors and pledged additional investments, including youth program grants and façade improvements. Councilmembers praised staff and the developer for working through technical and remedial challenges and for increasing housing supply in a location the council identified for redevelopment.

Outcome: Council voted unanimously to approve the General Plan and Specific Plan amendments, the addendum to the EIR, and to introduce the implementing ordinance and the amended development agreement; staff will return with final documents and the ordinance for second reading and codification.","The council approved a general-plan amendment, specific-plan amendment and a development agreement to allow a 62-unit townhome development at 21611 Perry Street; developer agreed to community benefits and environmental remediation steps.",{"_33":100,"_35":36,"_37":38,"_39":101,"_41":102,"_43":103,"_45":104,"_47":105,"_49":106,"_51":107,"_53":108,"_55":56,"_57":58,"_59":109,"_61":62,"_63":64,"_65":110,"_67":68,"_69":70,"_71":68,"_72":73,"_74":73},6651588,"Carson council votes to introduce ordinance banning fireworks sales, directs staff to study nonprofit relief",4568,5003000,9571000,"/Search/View?dp=1&key=2499263-49473b2a7b30fab550c84d32e2166866&start=5003&end=9571","https://assets.pipeline.soar.com/2499263-49473b2a7b30fab550c84d32e2166866/thumbnail_5003000.jpg","/articles/6651588/Carson-City/Los-Angeles-County/California/Carson-council-votes-to-introduce-ordinance-banning-fireworks-sales-directs-staff-to-study-nonprofit-relief","https://secure.pipeline.soar.com/6651588-72e60e42ce1f983560b525c8105d35b8/orig.mp4?Expires=1770672964&Signature=ROGYLg7wy6rODukOyG-NHo~66zTdyVteI3rTEf6GOOnS~qBMNUIGbbWp3VIgWiMVdV3ZchUfsGA8y~I-8AglASJH166US2EXbHWz2o9ZceuJpRs7kQ8V5MNRqEgUfG76ibZygVdwgwdAm8QOXV9~dTsy7b78p8zWolIigVAxS1FQbNoVa4jm0X5sX-zjnBUh~FJM12X-frug3c4NGaXlZ7N6zBYDFByI6DqoScI4VL63mI4Re4E~Q3DYY-ynjew25g07NXNFUBjqcRjJ~N8XzhHHuCmiAvAuz9KqKXnjO1CrNra07jvKlhU03PQfnXhXjOc6Ci3KNERi9z2oh0-uhQ__&Key-Pair-Id=KUT5TJCACFTXG","The Carson City Council introduced a first-reading ordinance on March 4 to prohibit the sale, use and discharge of all fireworks in the city of Carson, except for permitted public displays under Carson Municipal Code section 3101.9.

The ordinance introduction came after a staff presentation and extensive public comment that largely split between residents and nonprofit representatives urging the council to preserve \"safe and sane\" fireworks sales and public-safety voices urging a ban. Mayor Lula Davis Holmes moved to introduce the ordinance by title; the motion was seconded and the council voted to carry the motion.

Why it matters: Council members and residents said the vote responds to public-safety concerns including fires and illegal fireworks activity, while nonprofit leaders told the council the loss of fireworks sales would eliminate a major annual fundraiser that supports scholarships, food programs and youth services across Carson.

What staff recommended and why: City staff presented Ordinance No. 25-2507, intended to amend Chapter 1 (Fire Prevention) of Article 3 (Public Safety) of the Carson Municipal Code to prohibit retail sale, use and discharge of fireworks within city limits, while preserving the ability for permitted professional displays. The report noted the Public Safety Commission had unanimously recommended the ban and that the city and Dignity Health Sports Park will provide residents an on-site professional fireworks viewing opportunity on July 4.

Public comment: About 20 speakers addressed the fireworks item during a capped 20-minute public-comment block. Speakers representing local nonprofits — including the Knights of Columbus, Carson High Booster Club, Sigma Pi fraternity at California State University Dominguez Hills, Carson Christian Center, Lions Club and others — said fireworks stands are their primary fundraiser.

Fred Doc Dossell, representing Knights of Columbus Council 7116 and the Filipino community of Carson, told the council: \"The proposed ordinance... unfairly penalizes responsible fireworks users and non profit organizations while failing to address the underlying issue of illegal fireworks.\" Kaye Wheeler, Carson High Booster Club, said: \"To date, we have awarded over $700,000 in scholarships. The fireworks stand is our major fundraiser of the year.\" Several nonprofit speakers said the stands fund food distribution, scholarships and youth leadership programs.

Public-safety and risk arguments: Former and current public-safety officials and several residents urged a ban to reduce fires and injuries. Mike Wilson, who identified himself as a public-safety commissioner and retired LA County Fire captain, said: \"Fireworks are dangerous. When you're playing with fire, it's dangerous stuff. And I am definitely in support of the ban.\" A resident who described a nearby fire affecting an elderly relative recounted how a spark from fireworks nearly burned a house.

Council debate and amendment: During debate, Councilman Jim Dear argued enforcement should focus on illegal fireworks and not legal \"safe and sane\" sales, saying, \"Safe and sane fireworks are not the problem. It's illegal fireworks that are the problem.\" Council members expressed concern for both public safety and nonprofit fundraising. Councilman Dear moved — and the council accepted as a friendly amendment — direction to staff to study legal options to help nonprofit organizations that rely on fireworks revenues, rather than committing the city to a specific cash payment. The city attorney advised against using the general fund to make direct cash gifts to select nonprofits and recommended the motion be revised to direct staff to identify legally permissible options; council accepted that revision.

Outcome and next steps: The council introduced Ordinance No. 25-2507 for first reading by title only; the ordinance would prohibit the sale, use and discharge of fireworks in Carson except for permitted public displays. The motion included direction to staff to return with legally permissible options to help nonprofits replace lost funds, and the City Clerk will schedule the ordinance for a future public hearing/second reading. The transcript records the motion as carried; a later entry shows Mayor Pro Tem Johan Hilton asked for and obtained a reconsideration and the minutes reflect she voted \"no\" on item 28 (the transcript does not record a full roll-call tally in detail). Staff also signaled that professional July 4 fireworks at Dignity Health Sports Park (Galaxy Park) will remain available to Carson residents, with on-site viewing required and parking or ride-share arrangements in place.

Context and council direction: Multiple council members urged staff to identify alternative enforcement tools and ways to reduce illegal fireworks. Council members also asked staff to explore grant or other permissible funding sources that might support nonprofit programs harmed by the change.

Ending: The transcript shows broad public engagement and sharp disagreement: several nonprofit operators said their operations and services depend on fireworks revenue, while public-safety advocates warned of the fire risk and strain on first responders. The ordinance introduction sets the city on a path toward banning retail fireworks sales and pushes staff to return with legal options to support nonprofits and to develop enforcement strategies targeting illegal fireworks.","After nearly two hours of public comment and debate, the Carson City Council introduced an ordinance to ban the sale, use and discharge of all fireworks in the city except for permitted public displays and asked staff to explore legal options to backfill nonprofit fundraising losses.","actionData","errors"]

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