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Unofficial until approved by the
Alhambra City Council
MINUTES
Regular Meeting
ALHAMBRA CITY COUNCIL
Council Chambers , 1 1 1 South First Street
January 24, 2022
6:0 0 p.m.
ROLL CALL: At 6:06 p.m., on Monday, January 24, 2022, the Alhambra City Council met in Council Chambers and virtually via Zoom.
PRESENT via Zoom: MAZA , MALONEY , P É REZ , ANDRADE-STADLER , LEE ABSENT: NONE
Officials Present in person and via Zoom : City Manager Binnquist, City Attorney Montes, Assistant City Manager Garcia, Deputy City Manager Stover, City Clerk Myles, Director of Finance Lieu, Director of Public Works/ Utilities Ray, Director of Parks and Recreation Macias, Director of Library LohGuan, Marketing and Communications Specialist Nguyen, Director of Community Development Ho, Fire Chief Ragusa, Police Chief Parra, Director of Human Resources Ko, Management Analyst Garcia
CITY CLERK REPORT - NOTICE NO. N2M22 -9
The City Clerk hereby report ed that she duly gave notice of the regular meeting of the City Council being held this evening pursuant to the order of the Mayor in accordance with Section 54955 and 54956 of the Government Code of the State of California.
READING OF ORDINANCE TITLES
Government Code Section 36934 requires that all ordinances be read in full prior to City Council taking action on the ordinance. By listing the ordinance title on the Council agenda, Council may determine that the title has been read.
Action Taken : On motion of Ms. PÉREZ, seconded by Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER , the City Council determined that the titles to all ordinances which appear ed on this public agenda had been read, and waived further reading. Hearing no objections, the Mayor so ordered.
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: LEE
Ayes: MAZA , MALONEY, PÉREZ , ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
PUBLIC COMMENT – F2M22-4
Frank L U , Field Deputy and AAPI Liaison for the office of Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis of the First District introduced himself and his personal history within Alhambra and reported 2 1- 24 -22
on the new COVID-19 testing site at the West San Gabriel Valley YMCA. He stated that the office was further committed to extending resources for other COVID-19 programs.
A N N O U N C E M E N T S R E G A R D IN G A G E N D A IT E M S Ite m N o . 7 re g a rd in g a Resolution Denying Property Owner ’s Petition of Appeal and Upholding the Planning Commission ’s Denial of Planned Development Permit PD-20-29 , Conditional Use Permit CUP-20-06 And Tentative Parcel Map TP-83396 to merge 2 lots into 1 and to construct a new 2, 993 square foot fully automated Car Wash on an approximate 18,199 square foot lot located at 2970-2990 West Valley Boulevard in the VSP (Valley Boulevard Corridor Specific Plan) Zone was p u lled f rom t his a g e n da a n d w o u ld b e c o n tin u e d to a fu tu re C ity C o u n c il m e e tin g .
Staff requested that Council pull the Public Hearing Item No. 3 from this agenda regarding adoption of the 2021-2029 Housing Element of the Alhambra General Plan (General Plan Amendment GPA-22-01) and a doption of a related Negative Declaration and that the hearing be continued to Monday, January 31, 2022 at 6:00 pm .
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MAZA
Ayes: PÉREZ , MAZA , ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, LEE
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
MAZA: Councilmember MAZA requested that the meeting open with a moment of silence in honor of former Alhambra City Councilmember Daniel Arguello who passed away 12/20/21 .
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1. 2021-2022 REDISTRICTING PROCESS: DRAFT MAPS PUBLIC HEARING & UPDATE – F2M21-28
Andrew Westall , Principal, Bear Demographics & Research provide d the City Council with an update on the 2021-2022 City Council redistricting process which takes place after each decennial census. This evening ’s public hearing was focused on a presentation of two Draft Maps for new Council District boundaries in order to provide the Council and the public an opportunity to provide input on additional Draft Maps and/or a Final Map. The two Draft Maps were published on the City ’s website on January 13, 2022 , in conformance with the California Fair Maps Acts prior to this evening ’s meeting .
Open Public Hearing : Mayor Lee opened the public hearing.
Public Comment :
1) Matt Cea spoke in support of Draft Map #1
2) Henry Fung spoke in support of Draft Map #1
3) Matthew Rutzen spoke in support of Draft Map #1 and also submitted his comments via email.
4) Barbara Messina spoke against Draft Map #1 and supported Draft Map #2 . 3 1- 24 -22
5) Chris Olson spoke in support of Draft Map #1.
6) Aristotle Acevedo spoke in support of Draft Map #2.
Public Comment received via email on file in the City Clerk ’s office:
The following people wrote in support of Draft Map #1:
1) Je-Show Yang
2) EmmaRae Perez
3) Jason Huy Quach
4) Nicolas Kiet Quach
5) Cliff Bender
6) Dora Perez
7) Shirley Tatsuno
Close Public Hearing : After receiving public comment, Mayor Lee closed the public hearing.
Discussion: Council reviewed the draft maps and praised Mr. Westhall for producing new drafts which took into account feedback from residents as well as Council , particularly with regards to its alignment with the Alhambra Unified School Districts. Council also expressed appreciation for public comments expressing the importance of equitable representation in each district. Councilmember PÉREZ and Councilmember ANDRADE- Stadler supported Draft Map #1 due to the distribution of park space among districts and the connections made between the North and South areas of the City. Councilmember MAZA supported Draft Map #2 due to the drastic changes to District 1 and 2 in Draft Map #1 ; specifically, the area around Almansor Park and the Airport tract . Councilmember MALONEY stated that while there were aspects he liked about Draft Map #1, he understood the impact of those changes and suggested that Mr. Westhall continue to refine the maps and Council can continue to review the information. Mayor LEE and Mr.
WESTHALL discussed issues of diversity and equity addressed in the draft maps and public outreach. Ms. LEE also added that she believed that issues of representation on Council were due to campaign funding and not district boundaries. Ms. PÉREZ requested that Mr. Westhall continue to work with the City to further refine the draft maps.
Action Taken : City Council received and filed the presentation, and requested that Bear Demographics return with additional draft maps considering additional feedback. 2 . CONSIDERATION OF GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 52201 ECONOMIC
OPPORTUNITY REPORT AND DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (DDA) WITH RELATED CALIFORNIA (RC) FOR A PROPOSED 44 UNIT AFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT IN DOWNTOWN ALHAMBRA – F2M20-71, RFP2M20-33, R2M22-8 , M2M21-1 5
This was the time and place for the City Council to hold a public hearing to consider the Government Code Section 52201 Economic Opportunity Report and proposed Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) between the City and Related . Director of Community Development HO and Associate Planner QUYLE delivered a staff report and presentation .
The presentation is on file in the City Clerk ’s Office. The DDA involve d a public private partnership to develop an affordable housing project on the surface parking lot just north 4 1- 24 -22
of the public parking structure on Chapel Avenue. This project was one of the top priorities of the City Council to expand affordable housing as identified on Goal 1 of the City ’s 2021-2022 Strategic Plan. If the DDA is approved, Related would be able to move forward to apply for funding for the project through the Los Angeles County Development Authority (LACDA) before the February 2, 2022 deadline. In compliance with the surplus land act laws then in effect, on November 9, 2020, the City Council directed staff to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) to allow non-profit entities to submit proposals for affordable housing development in Downtown Alhambra. The subject site was a City-owned parcel slightly smaller than the Mariposa Project and smaller than an acre, about 0.31 acres (13,750 square feet), with limited street frontage and currently used as a surface parking lot in the downtown district between West Main Street and Elgin Street, north of Main Street between Wysong Village Apartments and the Rioni building under the Assessor Parcel Number (APN) 5337-026-907. On February 22, 2021, staff presented to the City Council the results of the Request for Proposals submitted for an affordable housing development on the site and following public input and discussion, the City Council voted unanimously to pursue an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (ENA) with Related California (RC). On April 19, 2021, the City Council approved the ENA . At the conclusion of the ENA, and following a series of community outreach events, including presentation to the Chamber of Commerce, the Downtown Business Association and the Alhambra School District, and the Asian Youth Center , the proposed project was not refined by the developer as there were no concerns raised by the various groups. However, LifeSTEP ’s completion of the Community Needs Assessment found that the highest demand for affordable housing is for families, housing for formerly homeless individuals, and youth. As a result, the proposed project characteristics were as follows:
Project Metrics :
Site Area 13,750 S.F.
Gross Building Area 45,780 S.F.
Density 139 Du/Ac.
Number of Units 44 Units
Number of Residential Levels 5
Number of Parking Levels 0
Number of Off-site Residential Parking 25
Number of Off-site Manager ’s Parking 1
Number of Off-site Commercial Parking 4
Project Units Breakdown
Income Restriction Studios 1-Bd Units 2-Bd Units 3-Bd
Units
Total
Units
Extremely Low
Income
30% AMI
7 14 1 2 24
Very Low income
50% AMI 4 5 9
Low income 5 5 10
Unrestricted
Manager Unit 1 1
Total units 7 14 11 12 44
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The Disposition and Development Agreement ( “DDA ”) set forth the terms under which the City would set aside a portion of the property and transfer it to the Developer. The Developer would split the lot, obtain entitlements, and construct the project, after which the Developer and the City would enter into a Regulatory Agreement (an exhibit to the DDA) which would restrict the use of the property for affordable housing purposes for 55 years, as well as require periodic reporting from the operator to ensure compliance with affordable housing requirements. The deed transferring the property would also contain restrictions that would require the property to be used for affordable housing, and would provide the City with remedies in the event the property is not used as such in the future.
Approximately $4.5 million dollars in Housing Successor funds and approximately $2.02 million dollars in City contributed land would be secured with promissory notes and deeds of trust. The final amount of the land note and deed of trust was subject to verification by appraisal, and would be adjusted once the appraised value was established. Government Code Section 52201 require s a report and Council resolution whenever property is transferred to create an “economic opportunity. ” The definition of economic opportunity includes the transfer of land for the purposes of creation of affordable housing.
Open Public Hearing : Mayor Lee opened the public hearing.
Public Comment : Lewis MCCAMMON spoke in favor of the project.
Public Comment received via email on file in the City Clerk ’s office:
The following people wrote in favor of the project:
1) Sean McMorris
2) Shirley Tatsuno
Close Public Hearing : After receiving public comment, Mayor Lee closed the public hearing.
Discussion : Council expressed unanimous support for the project and excitement for its development. Council also discussed the background of other affordable housing projects, the continued need for housing, and expressed support for future projects.
Councilmember MAZA requested that the affordability component be made perpetual and that it be specifically written into the agreement. Council discussed the option with Mr. HO and City Attorney MONTES. Mr. Maloney amended his original motion to approve by including the language “in perpetuity ” in the agreement. Rose OLSON, representing Related, stated that the affordability DDA was reflexive of a 55 -year period tied to term of City loan but added that they would agree to extending the restrictions of the affordability agreement.
Action Taken : C ity Council , by one motion, took the following actions:
1. Consider ed a proposed economic opportunity subsidy in the form of a transfer of land and provision of financial assistance for the development of an affordable housing project and a dopt Resolution No. R2M21-8 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Alhambra approving a Disposition and Development Agreement and Affordable Housing Regulatory Agreements and a Grant Deed and adopting findings pursuant to Government Code Section 52201 ; and, 6 1- 24 -22
2. Approve d a Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) with The Related Company of California, LLC (Related) for the construction of an affordable housing project located in downtown Alhambra, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, including that the inclusion of the term “in perpetuity, ” and direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action, including, but not limited to the execution and recordation of all documents contemplated by the DDA. ( M2M21-1 5 )
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: MAZA
Ayes: MALONEY, ANDRADE-STADLER, MAZA , PÉREZ , LEE
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
3 . PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING ADOPTION OF THE 2021-2029 HOUSING ELEMENT OF THE ALHAMBRA GENERAL PLAN (GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT GPA-22-01) AND ADOPTION OF A RELATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION – F2M20-37, N2M22-7, R2M22-7
(PULLED )
PRESENTATION
4 . AMENDED PLAN FOR USE OF AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT OF 2021 RELIEF FUNDS – F2M21-67, M2M22- 14
Director of Finance LIEU delivered a staff report. On September 27, 2021, the City Council approved American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) appropriations pending the Final Rule. On January 6, 2022, the Department of Treasury issued the Final Rule which respond ed to comments, implements the ARPA statutory provisions on eligible uses, and provide d clarification and changes to many aspects of the May 17, 2021 Interim Final Rule. The Department of Treasury maintained the same eligible uses categories in the Final Rule.
Staff brought forward two modifications based on the Final Rule as it relate d to the determination of the revenue loss calculation and the eligible use of funding the Other Postemployment Benefits (OPEB) contributions with ARPA funds. Staff presented to the City Council the proposed amended plan for use of the American Rescue Plan Act of 2021 Relief Funds.
Public Comment: John BWARIE requested allocating ARPA funds in the amount of $100,00-$300,00 for business grants and up to $50,000 for small business grants focused on restaurants . He stated that the C hamber ha d secured a matching grant for at least $100,000 for small businesses, and was prepared to distribute it as part of a partnership with City at no cost to the City . Mr. Bwarie suggested the City use this opportunity to focus on restaurants and eateries, and that this proposed agreement could serve more than 20% of businesses with one action.
Public Comment received via email on file in the City Clerk ’s office: Lewis McCammon wrote seeking clarification regarding funds used for homeless support 7 1- 24 -22
services. City Manager BINNQUIST discussed the City ’s funding use for purchase of a motel to answer Mr. McCammon ’s questions.
Discussion: Council supported the suggestion made by Mr. Bwarie on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce and further discussed the potential creation of a Small Business Assistance Grant program. City Manager BINNQUIST stated that staff had reviewed the proposal, felt that they would be able to identify funding left over from the Housing Assistance program, and that they could return to a future Council meeting with more specific details. Council discussed the former Housing Assistance program, the reasons why the city has received fewer applications in recent months, the need to support local businesses, especially restaurants, affected by the pandemic, and the various other uses of ARPA funding. Councilmembers ANDRADE-STADLER expressed a need for an equitable distribution of funding and suggested prioritizing businesses owned by women or people of color. Council continued to express doubts over using funds from Housing Assistance, but overall supported the program. Councilmember MALONEY motioned to move forward with the approval of ARPA projects as presented in the staff report, and directed staff return at a later date with more information about the creation of a small business assistance grant program. Councilmember PEREZ seconded the motion.
Action Taken : City Council, by one motion, took the following actions :
1) Directed Staff to return to a future Council meeting with a report regarding the Alhambra Chamber of Commerce ’s proposal to create a Small Business Assistance Grant program;
2) Approve d the revised use of the City ’s American Rescue Plan Funds (ARPA) as outlined in the Director of Finance ’s January 24 , 20 22 report ; 3) Approve d budget transfers for approved Fiscal Year 2021/22 CIP projects from General Fund, Capital Outlay Fund, and Equipment Fund to the ARPA Fund 281; 4) Approve d the funding of Other Postemployment Benefits (OPEB) liabilities with current and future General Fund savings;
5) Approve d moving up “backup ” projects when ARPA projects are completed with ARPA savings; and,
6) Direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. (M2M22-14 )
Vote: Moved: MALONEY Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: MAZA , ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, PÉREZ , LEE
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
CONSENT AGENDA (Item Nos. 5 - 1 3 )
All other items listed under the Consent Agenda , with the exception of Item No. 7 , were considered by the City Council to be routine and were enacted by one motion. 5 . ACCEPT GRANT: ALHAMBRA CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY - F2M2 2 -18, M2M22- 21 In November 202 1 , the Alhambra Civic Center Library applied for and was awarded $ 9,857 for the “Bike Basics ” copycat grant. Grant funds would be used to purchase bike 8 1- 24 -22
repair stations to be installed the Library and Granada Park . Residents would be able to repair and maintain their bicycles with appropriate tools at these service stations.
Additionally, the Library would also offer a variety of programs and courses for patrons to learn about bike safety, bike repair, and recreational cycling. The program series was for all ages and would be made possible with various program partners such as Active SGV, Cub House Bike Shop and the Parks & Recreation Department.
Discussion : None.
Action Taken : City Council accept ed $ 9,857 from the California State LSTA Copycat Grant Program ; appropriate d revenue and expenditure funds in the amount of $9,857 ; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. (M2M22- 12 )
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: MAZA , ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, PÉREZ , LEE
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
6 . NOTICE OF COMPLETION: VALLEY BOULEVARD SEWER REPLACEMENT PROJECT – F2M21-21, C2M21-13, M2M2 2-13
On March 8, 2021 , the City Council awarded a contract to Big Ben Engineering Inc. for the Valley Boulevard Sewer Replacement Project in the amount of $ 2,355,420.00 . There were two change orders authorized to complete the project. The change orders were due to unforeseen conditions associated with unstable soil conditions that caused the trench to cave in which resulted in additional slurry backfill and pavement replacement.
Additional work was also required to replace the existing crosswalks to the high visibility continental crosswalks, and install additional traffic loops. These changes resulted in an increase to the contract by $195,432.91, bringing the total project cost to $2,550,852.91.
The project has been completed in accordance with the City requirements and specifications. As such, it would be appropriate for the City Council to accept the p roject as complete and instruct the City Clerk that the Notice of Completion be filed with the County of Los Angeles Recorder ’s Office.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council accept ed the work of Big Ben Engineering Inc. for the Valley Boulevard Sewer Replacement Project as complete in the amount of $2,550,852.91; direct ed the Finance Director to allocate $195,432.91 from sewer fund balance to account number 404.80.8681.92012; direct ed the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County of Los Angeles for recordation ; direct ed the Finance Director to release the five percent retention 35 days from the date of recordation if no liens are filed ; and , direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. (M2M22- 13 )
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: MAZA , ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, PÉREZ , LEE
Noes : NONE
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Absent: NON E
7 . RESOLUTION DENYING PROPERTY OWNER ’s PETITION OF APPEAL AND UPHOLDING THE PLANNING COMMISSION ’S DENIAL OF PLANNED
DEVELOPMENT PERMIT PD-20-29, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT CUP-20-06 AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP TP-83396 TO MERGE 2 LOTS INTO 1 AND TO CONSTRUCT A NEW 2,993 SQUARE FOOT FULLY AUTOMATED CAR WASH ON AN APPROXIMATE 18,199 SQUARE FOOT LOT LOCATED AT 2970-2990 WEST
VALLEY BOULEVARD IN THE VSP (VALLEY BOULEVARD CORRIDOR SPECIFIC PLAN) ZONE – F2M21-71, R2M22-2
(PULLED)
8 . RESOLUTION APPROVING A SIDE LETTER TO THE MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF ALHAMBRA AND THE ALHAMBRA
FIRE DEPARTMENT MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION AND AMENDMENT TO THE CITY OF ALHAMBRA COMPENSATION PLAN – F2M22-2, R2M22-9, C2M17-52 Staff request ed that the City Council a dopt a Resolutio n approving a Side Letter to the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Alhambra and the Alhambra Fire Department Management Association (AFDMA) and an amendment to the City of Alhambra Compensation Plan. Since March 2021, the City and AFDMA engaged in meet and confer regarding additional wages and benefits requested by the AFDMA; the results of an FLSA Study, completed in April 2021, confirming the exempt status of Battalion Chiefs within the Association; ARPA provisions; and a one-year extension of the existing Memorandum of Understanding. Having concluded the meet and confer process on these issues, the City and AFDMA reached agreement regarding the terms and conditions of the Side Letter Agreement. The AFDMA ratified the proposal on January 20, 2022.
Discussion : None.
Action Taken : City Council adopt ed Resolution No. R2M22-9 entitled: A Resolution of the Alhambra City Council approving a Side Letter to the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Alhambra and the Alhambra Fire Department Management Association and amendment to the City off Alhambra Compensation Plan Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: MAZA , ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, PÉREZ , LEE
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
9 . TREASURER ’S REPORT – F2M21 -1
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council receive d and file d as submitted the Treasurer's Report prepared by the Director of Finance for the month of December 2021, listing all of the City' s investments as of December 31, 2021 .
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Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: MAZA , ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, PÉREZ , LEE
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
10 . MINUTES
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council review ed and approve d as submitted the Minutes of the July 29, 2020 special meeting of the Alhambra City Council and the Ju ly 13 , 2020 regular meeting of the Alhambra City Council.
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: MAZA , ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, PÉREZ , LEE
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
1 1 . PE RSONNEL ACTIONS – F2M22-2
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council ratif ied the actions of the City Manager set forth in that certain Personnel Actions document dated January 24 , 2022 showing the various appointments, classifications, salary changes, etc., since the last City Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: MAZA , ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, PÉREZ , LEE
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
1 2 . DEMANDS - F2M22 -1
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council approve d as submitted Final Check List (226906 thru 227058 ) in the amount of $ 55,948.92 for the period ending January 3 , 202 2 ; and, Final Check List (227059 thru 227175) in the amount of $736,100.03 for the period ending January 6, 2022.
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: MAZA , ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, PÉREZ , LEE
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
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1 3 . SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 20.23
OF THE ALHAMBRA MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO THE REGULATION OF CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION WASTE MANAGEMENT F2M22-22, O2M22- 4798
In 1989, Assembly Bill 939, known as the Integrated Waste Management Act, was passed because of the increase in waste stream and the decrease in landfill capacity. AB 939 mandates a reduction of waste being disposed: jurisdictions were required to meet diversion goals of 25% by 1995 and 50% by the year 2000. AB 939 also established an integrated framework for program implementation, solid waste planning, and solid waste facility and landfill compliance. Senate Bill 174 (1374 directed the California Integrated Waste Management Board, (now the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery, or CalRecycle ) to provide information to jurisdictions and general contractors on methods and activities to divert construction and demolition (C&D) materials. The Mandatory Commercial Recycling Bill of 2011, Assembly Bill 341 (AB 341), establishes a policy goal for the State of California that not less than 75% of solid waste generated be source reduced, recycled, or composted by the year 2020. The Short-Lived Climate Pollutants Bill of 2016, Senate Bill 1383 (SB138), establishes a policy goal for the State of California to achieve a state-wide 75% reduction in organic waste sent to landfills by 2025, and requires jurisdictions to adopt an ordinance or other enforceable requirement that requires compliance with provision of adequate space for recycling for multi-family and commercial premises pursuant to Sections 4.410.2 and 5.410.1 and for diversion of organic waste commingles with construction and demolition debris pursuant to Section 4.408.1 and
5.408.1 of the California Green Building Standards Code, Title 24, Part 11, of the California Code of Regulations. California ’s Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen ) requires the diversion of at least 65% of the construction waste generated during most new construction projects, demolition, associated with a construction permit, and certain additions and alterations. ( CALGreen Sections 4.408. and 5.408).
The purpose of this ordinance was to reduce landfill waste by requiring an applicant for every covered project to divert minimum rates established by the California Green Building Standards Code, Title 24, Part 11, of the California Code of Regulations for construction and demolition waste resulting from that project in compliance with state and local statutory goals and policies, and to create a mechanism to secure compliance with the stated diversion requirement.
Discussion: None.
Action Taken : City Council d eclare d introduced for the second reading and adopt ed the following ordinance entitled:
Ordinance No. O2M2 2-4798 : AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ALHAMBRA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING SECTION 20.25 OF THE
ALHAMBRA MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO THE REGULATION OF
CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION WASTE MANAGEMENT
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: MAZA , ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY, PÉREZ , LEE
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
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PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS – F2M22-4
Lewis MCCAMMON reported on the current status of the COVID-19 pandemic and the recent statistics from Los Angeles County.
Public Comment received via email on file in the City Clerk ’s office: Eric GUARIN wrote regarding his concerns over the state of single family neighborhoods, stricter regulations in the tree ordinance, using the empty lot next to Kohl ’s as a park, updating development guidelines to require more parking, and closing the lanes from Fremont to the 10 freeway.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (ANNOUNCEMENTS & FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS) F2M2 2 -7 Councilmember ANDRADE-STADLER reported on the successful COVID-19 testing site in cooperation with Los Angeles County Supervisor Solis ’s office. She also reported on an article regarding the City of Pasadena ’s use of the 710 stub and requested an update from staff as to Alhambra ’s connection stub and transportation projects.
Mayor LEE reported on the success of the “Winter Around the World ” event.
Mayor LEE also requested that Council consider adding the development of a Single-Use Plastic Utensil Ban to the Strategic Plan. Councilmember MALONEY supported the suggested ordinance, but added that it could be a part of the comprehensive Sustainability Plan which is under development. He expressed a preference for not enacting multiple small ordinances to deal with individual environmental issues, but to responsibly develop an umbrella ordinance to accomplish all sustainability goals. Councilmember PÉREZ and Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER echoed Mr.
Maloney ’s support and suggestion to make a Single-Use Plastic Ban a part of the comprehensive Sustainability Plan. Ms. LEE agreed with the suggestion to include the ordinance in the Sustainability Plan. Council also agreed that any such ordinance should include significant educational resources for the business owners as well as the general public.
Ms. LEE discussed collecting signatures for “Our Neighborhood Voices ” initiative in response to the State of California taking away local control over zoning and land use and requested the Council ’s endorsement. Ms. ANDRADE-STADLER and Ms. PÉREZ expressed some reservations and stated that they would be willing to review a potential resolution before offering endorsement.
Ms. PÉREZ and City Manager BINNQUIST discussed the Forestry Registry item on the Strategic Plan. Mr. MALONEY also discussed a spreadsheet showing updates to in-progress grant opportunities with Ms. BINNQUIST.
ADJOURNMENT: At 9:16 p.m . there being no further business for the Council to transact, the Mayor, with the consent of the City Council , adjourned their meeting to the next regul ar meeting of the Alhambra City Council is scheduled for Monday, February 14 , 202 2 at 6:00 p.m.
LAUREN MYLES, CMC
CITY CLERK
by
BRIANNA LAMB MCCARTHY
ASSISTANT CITY CLERK
CITY CLERK