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CC - CONSENT ITEM: (1) Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing Execution of Agreements with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration to Administer and Collect the Local Transactions and Use Tax; (2) Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing Examination of Transactions and Use Tax Records; and (3) Approval of an Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Hinderliter, De Llamas for Transactions Tax Audit and Information Services.
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Meeting Date: September 29, 2025
Contact Person/Dept: Elizabeth Shavelson/Finance
Phone Number: (310) 253-5865
Fiscal Impact: Yes [X] No [] General Fund: Yes [X] No []
Attachments: Yes [X] No []
Public Notification: (E-Mail) Meetings and Agendas - City Council (09/24/2025)
Department Approval: Lisa Soghor, Chief Financial Officer (09/22/2025)
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council (1) adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a "Preparatory Agreement" and an "Administration Agreement" with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration (CDTFA) to administer and collect the transactions and use tax for the City; (2) adopt a Resolution authorizing examination of transactions and use tax records; and (3) approve an amendment to the professional services agreement with Hinderliter, de Llamas and Associates for transactions tax audit and information services.
BACKGROUND
On April 14, 2025, the City Council approved a ballot measure amending the Culver City Municipal Code and providing for a local transactions and use tax of one quarter-cent (0.25%). This measure was submitted to the County of Los Angeles and included on the August 26, 2025 all-mail bal...
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