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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
September 12 , 2022
6:0 0 p.m.
ROLL CALL: At 6: 26 p.m., on Monday, September 12 , 2022, the Alhambra City Council met in Council Chambers and virtually via Zoom.
PRESENT: LEE, M AZA , P É REZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY 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, Director of Community Development Ho, Fire Chief Ragusa, Police Chief Fraser, Director of Human Resources Ko
CEREMONIAL
1. COMMENDATION: PASTOR JAY MATTHEW BARNES – F2M22-3
Mayor MALONEY and the City Council recognized and commended Pastor Jay Matthew Barnes for his service to the City of Alhambra. During his time with First Baptist Church in Alhambra, Pastor Barnes led his religious community to become more missional and incarnational. As a teacher, coach, and mentor, Pastor Barnes inspired the members of First Baptist Alhambra and the community at large through his personal ethos of peace, justice, and mindfulness. The City of Alhambra commend ed Pastor Barnes for his dedication to the community of Alhambra and offer ed best wishes for his future endeavors. Mayor Maloney presented the commendation to Pastor Barnes.
PRESENTATIONS
2. CONSIDERATION OF “ SAFE AND SANE ” FIREWORK RESTRICTIONS – F2M22-16 City Manager BINNQUIST delivered a staff report. At the May 23, 2022 Council meeting, Councilmember Lee requested an agendized item to discuss restrictions on “safe and sane ” fireworks. Alhambra Municipal Code Chapter 19.01.010, Section 102, Paragraph (j) stipulate d that no “safe and sane ” fireworks, as defined in the California State Fireworks Law, shall be sold or offered for sale at retail within the City, except from 12:00 noon on June 28 to 12:00 noon on July 6 of each year. This year, fireworks were sold from 12:00 noon on June 28 through July 4. There were no restrictions in the Code pertaining to when fireworks may be used. Staff sought direction from Council, if any.
Public Comment: Mark TRULSON, representing Alhambra High School Band Programs, discussed the importance of allowing organizations in the City to sell safe and sane fireworks and recommended involving community groups in the City who are a ffected by a potential ban to be a part of the discussion.
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Discussion : Councilmember LEE discussed her concerns with fireworks and noted the regulations of nearby cities. She made a motion for the allowance of fireworks in the City only on July 4 th from 6:00 p.m. to 1 0 :00 p.m.
Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER requested that the motion be amended to bring back this item to a future meeting and to include outreach to the community to provide feedback to the Council when the item comes back .
Councilmember LEE noted that she would be in favor of that amendment if the Council could determine a specific date to bring back the ite m.
Councilmember PÉREZ noted that she did not want to see changes to the sale of safe and sane fireworks in the City and supported mirroring the policy of the City of Monterey Park with only allowing fireworks on July 4 th between certain hours.
Councilmember MAZA stated that he did not support any additional restrictions on fireworks in the City.
Mayor MALONEY stated that the Council has discussed this topic at previous City Council meetings and expressed concerns about having additional discussions at future meetings and noted that there should be some flexibility with when fireworks were allowed .
Councilmember PÉREZ suggested forming a sub-committee of the Council to discuss the issue further so that it did not have to go to the full Council for discussion.
Councilmember MAZA expressed concern with the Police Department having to enforce tougher restrictions of safe and sane fireworks, stated the focus should be on the enforcement of illegal fireworks, and noted that community input is needed for discussions in the future.
The Council continued to discuss the potential restriction of safe and sane fireworks during specific hours on July 4 th .
Councilmember LEE supported a friendly amendment to her motion to establish a Council s ub- c ommittee , emphasized the importance of public outreach by the sub-committee , and noted that she would bring back the input from residents and stakeholders to the Council at a future meeting.
Action Taken : City Council directed the formation of a Council sub-committee consisting of Councilmember LEE and Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER , directed the sub -committee to conduct public outreach to residents and stakeholders regarding restricting days and time of use of fireworks , and directed the sub-committee to bring back the input received to a future Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
CONSENT AGENDA (Item Nos. 3-17 )
All other items listed under the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Item No. 4 , were considered by the City Council to be routine and were enacted by one motion.
3. NIB: CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY ROOF RESTORATION – F2M22-55, N2M22-101 3 9-12 -22
The Alhambra Civic Center Library opened in 2008. Due to normal wear and tear, the roof requires maintenance and repair to maintain the integrity of the building and prevent any further deterioration. Staff had the roof inspected and is following the advice of professional roofing engineers. This project will include patch and repair, insulation and installation of a membrane coating. Specifications have been prepared and will be included in advertised Notice Inviting Bids.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council authorize d staff to circulate a Notice Inviting Bids to prospective contractors for the Alhambra Civic Center Library Roof Restoration Project; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
4. AUTHORIZE RFP: DESIGN SERVICES FOR ALHAMBRA LIT CROSSWALK TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES – F2M22-56, RFP2M22-18
Director of Public Works and Utilities RAY delivered a staff report. On March 7, 2022, the funding agreement between Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) and the City of Alhambra was signed for the Lit Crosswalk Traffic Control Devices Project. The City of Alhambra identified nine intersections that would benefit from installing a lit crosswalk. The locations were as follows: Main St./Meridian Ave.; Valley Blvd./Monterey St.; Main St./Marguerita Ave.; Chapel Ave./ Elgin St.; Main St./Curtis Ave.; Valley Blvd./ Date Ave.; Main St./Vega St.; Main St./Olive Ave.; and, Valley Blvd./Primrose Ave. The project include d installation of pedestrian push button signals and signage at nine intersections that have an uncontrolled crosswalk. Pedestrian crossing control equipment at all nine intersections might include flashing beacons (standard beacons per CA-MUTCD or Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons) or in-road flashing lights along crosswalk lines. Staff sought to distribute a Request for Proposals for professional engineering design services for the project.
Public Comment:
1) Lewis MCCAMMON, via Zoom, discussed the intersection at Main St reet and Cordova and suggested painting the curbs and making it a signaled intersection. 2) Bertha Rivera, 128 South Cordova, discussed the safety concerns at the corner of Chapel Ave nue and Mission Road
Discussion : Councilmember LEE discussed what factors went into selecting the proposed intersections and inquired if there would be additional grant funding opportunities in the future for additional intersections . Director of Public Works and Utilities RAY responded to questions.
Councilmember MAZA inquired about the updates coming to Main St. between 1 st and 5 th St.
Director of Public Works and Utilities RAY noted they were all infrastructure updates.
Councilmember PÉREZ inquired if the devices would look similar to what ’s been installed at Valley Blvd and 5 th St and inquired about the communication with Alta Planning + Design on the proposed intersections. Director of Public works and Utilities Ray responded to questions. 4 9-12 -22
Councilmember PÉREZ stated that she would like to see the mockup designs for the intersections.
Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER expressed appreciation that Main St. and Meridian Ave. was included in the proposed improvements.
City Manager BINNQUIST noted that this is only an RFP for design and Alta Planning + Design would have input as well.
Mayor MALONEY thanked Ms. Rivera for her public comment and noted the importance of safety at intersections.
Action Taken: City Council authorize d the distribution of a Request for Proposals for Design Services for Alhambra Lit Crosswalk Traffic Control Devices with proposals due no later than 4:00 p.m. on October 13, 2022; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
5. AUTHORIZE RFP: CENTRALIZED ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEM – F2M22-57, RFP2M22- 19 At the September 27, 2021 and January 24, 2022 Council meetings, the Council approved a listing of projects using the Federal American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds, which were restricted funds that c a me with stringent guidelines and reporting requirements. The proposed plan contain ed an upgrade to the City ’s access control system for all existing city facilities including City Hall, Library, Utilities Customer Service Center, City Yard, Water Treatment Plant, Joslyn Senior Center, Alhambra Park, and Granada Park Pool. The City utilize d multiple building access control systems at multiple locations that do not integrate with each other.
Staff would like to distribute an RFP to award one vendor who would be tasked with designing, procuring, installing and configuring a centralized access control system for existing city facilities listed above.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council authorize d the distribution of a Request for Proposals (RFP) to prospective firms to provide a centralized access control system with proposals due by 11:30 a.m. on November 1, 2022; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
6. FY 2020 URBAN AREA STRATEGIC SECURITY INITIATIVE GRANT: MOBILE AUTOMATED LICENSE PLATE READER EQUIPMENT PURCHASE – F2M1-106, C2M22- 46, M2M22-117
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On April 26, 2021, the City entered into a subrecipient agreement with the City of Los Angeles to obtain and utilize funding through the FY 2020 Urban Area Security Initiative Grant Program in the amount of $212,503. Of this amount, $137,000 was allocated for the purchase of mobile automated license plate recognition (ALPR) equipment mounted to rooftops of police vehicles.
Vigilant Solutions, LLC submitted a quote to the Police Department to provide ALPR equipment as well as software licensing. The software applications provided by Vigilant Solutions, LLC were proprietary in nature and protected as intellectual property; therefore, Vigilant Solutions, LLC was the sole provider for software access and maintenance of this system. Sole source purchase was allowable per Alhambra Municipal Code Section
3.36.080(B)(2).
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council award ed a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Vigilant Solutions, LLC in an amount not to exceed $133,803.42 for the purchase of the hardware components, software licensing and installation, mounting, programming, and aiming, including a warranty and service period of one year; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M22-117 ) Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
7. RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF VOTING “ YES ” ON PROPOSITION 31 TO END THE SALE OF CANDY-FLAVORED TOBACCO AND MINTY MENTHOL CIGARETTES – F2M22-19, R2M22-42
The City Council adopted ordinances to restrict smoking and the sale of flavored tobacco products. These regulations were reflected in Chapters 5 and 9 of the Alhambra Municipal Code. In accordance with the City ’s current Code, the American Cancer Society Cancer Action Network requested the City adopt a resolution in support of Proposition 31 (Referendum). On the November 8, 2022 ballot, Proposition 31 would keep Senate Bill 793 in place. SB 793 was designed to ban the in-person and vending machine sales of flavored tobacco products and tobacco product flavor enhancers, with exceptions for hookah tobacco, loose leaf tobacco, and premium cigars. “Yes ” on Proposition 31 was consistent with the current Alhambra Municipal Code.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council adopt ed Resolution No. R2M22-42 entitled: A Resolution of the Alhambra City Council in support of voting “Yes ” on Prop 31 to end the sale of candy- flavored tobacco and minty-menthol cigarettes
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
8. CLEAN POWER ALLIANCE GREEN POWER RATE TIER SELECTION – F2M17-49, M2M22-118
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On October 23, 2017, the Council adopted Ordinance No. O2M17-4722, authorizing the City of Alhambra to enter into a joint powers authority to become a member of the Clean Power Alliance (CPA), formerly the Los Angeles Community Choice Energy or LACCE, which was a Community Choice Energy program for the counties of Los Angeles and Ventura. Each CPA member agency was able to select one of three renewable energy tiers as the default product into which their residents and businesses were enrolled. On August 22, 2022, Mr. Ted Bardacke, CEO of the CPA, presented to the City Council the current default levels available.
The presentation showed that moving the City of Alhambra to the Green Power level would increase residential customers ’ bill by approximately ~3%, or $3/month for every $100 in electricity charges. For a typical residential customer, this work ed out to just over $5/month.
The presentation also showed that the Clean Power Alliance, through selection of the 100% Green rate, achieved an annual emissions reduction of 110.4 million pounds of GHG, which is equivalent to 9,796 cars taken off the road annually or planting 750,000 trees and growing them for 10 years. At the conclusion of the presentation, City Council directed staff to return with the appropriate action to move the City to the Green Tier, which would take effect on October 1, 2023.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council select ed the City of Alhambra ’s default rate for the Clean Power Alliance at the Green Power Level, 100 percent renewable tier; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. (M2M22-118 ) Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
9. AWARD CONTRACT: INSTALLATION OF A WALKING TRAIL SURFACE AT ALMANSOR PARK – F2M22-58, C2M22-47, M2M22-119
The walking trail surface at Almansor Park was in need of replacement. As part of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the project qualifie d for funding due to the category of disproportionately impacted communities. Staff sought to install a walking trail surface through a cooperative purchase agreement, which was allowable pursuant to Alhambra Municipal Code Section 3.36.080(B)(3). On November 9, 2016, California Multiple Award Schedule (CMAS) opened bids for the procurement of sports flooring with related supplies and services.
CMAS awarded contract 4-12-78-0063A to Beynon Sports, a contract which would not expire until August 6, 2026.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council award ed a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Beynon Sports in the amount not to exceed $141,160 for the installation of a walking trail at Almansor Park; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M22-119 )
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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10. AWARD CONTRACT: INSTALLATION OF OUTDOOR FITNESS STATIONS AT ALMANSOR PARK – F2M22-58, C2M22-48, M2M22-120
The fitness stations at Almansor Park have been in service for over twenty-five years and were in need of replacement. As part of the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA), the project qualifie d for funding due to the category of disproportionately impacted communities. Staff sought to install a walking trail surface through a cooperative purchase agreement, which was allowable pursuant to Alhambra Municipal Code Section 3.36.080(B)(3). On February 3, 2021, Sourcewell opened bids for the procurement of fitness equipment with related supplies and services. Sourcewell awarded contract 010721-GRN to Greenfield Outdoor Fitness Inc., a contract which would not no expire until February 25, 2025.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council award ed a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Greenfields Outdoor Fitness Inc. in the amount not to exceed $69,376.85 for the installation of outdoor fitness stations at Almansor Park; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M22-120 ) Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
11. AWARD CONTRACT: PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING SERVICES FOR PREPERATION OF THE CITY ’S OFFICIAL REPORTS AND PLANS UNDER THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT (HUD) – F2M19-36, RFP2M22-12, C2M22-49, M2M22-121
On June 27, 2022, the Council authorized staff to solicit proposals for preparation of the City ’s official reports and plans under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). These were administrative requirements for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG)/HOME funds under HUD. Staff reached out to five consultants specializing in CDBG and HOME administration support services. On August 11, 2022, the City received two proposals from qualified firms. After reviewing the proposals for responsiveness to the City ’s RFP, including qualifications, experience, reputation and capacity, staff recommended the City Council award a contract to Veronica Tam & Associates.
Public Comment: Lewis MCCAMMON, via Zoom, stated it would be useful to see what other firm submitted a proposal and what their bid consisted of.
Discussion : None.
Action Taken: City Council award ed a three-year contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, by and between the City of Alhambra and Veronica Tam & Associates for professional services in an amount not to exceed $126,300 for the preparation of the City of Alhambra ’s Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan(s), Consolidated Annual Performance Report(s) (CAPER), the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing and professional staff assistance; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M22-121 )
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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12. NOTICE OF COMPLETION: INSTALLATION OF LED LIGHTING AND CONTROL LINK AT ALHAMBRA, ALMANSOR AND STORY PARK TENNIS COURTS – F2M22-32, C2M22-11, M2M22-122
On March 14, 2022, the Council awarded a contract to Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for the installation of LED lighting and control link at the Alhambra, Almansor and Story Park tennis courts in the amount of $336,369. There was one change order on the project for replacing old broken flex conduits and installing missing hand hole covers, totaling $1,319, which brings the total amount of the contract to $337,688. This project was inspected by staff, and all work was completed in accordance with the City ’s requirements and specifications. As such, it would be appropriate for the City Council to accept this project as complete.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council accept ed the work of Musco Sports Lighting, LLC for the Alhambra Tennis Courts Lighting Project as complete in the amount of $337,688; direct the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County of Los Angeles for recordation; instruct the Finance Director to release the 5 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. ( M2M22-122 )
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
13. NOTICE OF COMPLETION: WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT ON TERRACE AVENUE AND PYRENEES DRIVE – F2M21-48, C2M21-41, M2M22-123 On December 13, 2021, the City Council awarded a contract to Gentry Brothers Inc. for the Water Main Replacement Project on Terrace Avenue and Pyrenees Drive in the amount of $958,931. There was one authorized change order during the project. The change order included additional concrete work, ADA ramp improvements, material cost increase, and various miscellaneous items that were credited to the City. The change order decreased the total amount of the contract by $69,211.70, for a total project cost of $889,719.30. The project was completed in accordance with the City requirements and specifications. As such, it would be appropriate for the City Council to accept the project 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 Gentry Brothers Inc. for the Water Main Replacement Project on Terrace Avenue and Pyrenees Drive as complete in the amount of $889,719.30; direct ed the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County of Los Angeles for recordation; instruct ed the Finance Director to release the 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. ( M2M22-123 )
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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14. RESTRUCTURING OF THE DEPARTMENTS OF FINANCE AND HUMAN RESOURCES – F2M22-2, M2M22-124
The Finance Department recently experienced several vacancies due to retirements and resignations. This create d an opportunity to examine the existing staffing structure, operations and functions, and customer service. Staff determined the need for one additional full-time Cashier I and one part-time Account Clerk position within the Department. Staff requested to eliminate all three part-time Cashiers to fund one full-time position; this would provide more counter coverage, improve operation efficiency, and cross training on other duties. The Human Resources Department also recently experienced a vacancy in two part-time positions, Clerical Assistant I and Intern. Staff requested to eliminate both part-time positions and replace them with a part-time Human Resources Technician. This reallocation of staffing would allow for additional administrative support in the areas of recruitment, COVID-19 tracing and benefits administration, and employee testing and training. The staff reorganization for both departments did not require additional appropriations; budget amendments would be required to transfer part-time salary budgets to full-time salary budgets.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council approve d the restructuring of the Departments of Finance and Human Resources by eliminating three part-time Cashier I, one part-time Information Technology Specialist I, one part-time Clerical Assistant I, and one part-time Intern and approve adding one full-time Cashier 1, one part-time Account Clerk, and one part-time Human Resources Technician; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the City Council ’s action. ( M2M22-124 )
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
15. MINUTES
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council review ed and approve d as submitted the Minutes of the November 9, 2020 regular meeting of the City Council.
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, PÉREZ, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
16. PERSONNEL 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 September 12, 2022 showing the various appointments, classifications, salary changes, etc., since the last City Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
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Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
17. DEMANDS - F2M22-1
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council approve d as submitted Final Check List (231261 thru 231440) in the amount of $1,127,481.19 for the period ending June 30, 2022; Final Check List (231868 thru 231916) in the amount of $450,767.90 for the period ending July 14, 2022; Final Check List (232042 thru 232100) in the amount of $306,567.97 for the period ending July 20, 2022; Final Check List (231917 thru 232041) in the amount of $670,569.23 for the period ending July 20, 2022; and, Final Check List (232101 thru 232152) in the amount of $509,694.67 for the period ending July 27, 2022.
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: LEE, MAZA, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS - F2M22-4
1) Kathy KOPP, 401 E. Corto St., representing the YMCA, expressed concern with the dog park at Almansor Park and noted that YMCA would like to participate in a discussion with the City.
Mayor MALONEY noted that the Council formed a sub-committee to discuss the dog park and would be meeting with the YMCA in the near future.
2) Peppy SCIARRA, 401 E. Corto St. representing the YMCA, discussed the history of the YMCA building in the City and stated that YMCA ha d several ideas of what to do with the land near their building.
3) Valerie GOMEZ , 401 E. Corto, St. , representing the YMCA, discussed the services that the YMCA provide d for the community and the partnerships with other local stakeholders . 4) Mary L ouise BUNKER expressed concerns with the proposed dog park by the YMCA at Almansor Park.
5) Bertha RIVERA expressed concern with the proposed dog park by the YMCA at Almansor Park and noted that safety for children should be the priority , noted a new location should be identified for the proposed dog park.
6) Lewis MCCAMMON, via Zoom, stat ed that the City should work with the YMCA on the potential dog park , noted that the dog park land could be utilized as affordable housing instead, and provided an update on COVID-19 numbers in the City.
Mayor MALONEY noted that the dog park item was not on the agenda and that the City would work with the community in the near future.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (ANNOUNCEMENTS & FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS) F2M2 2 -7 Councilmember LEE discussed the recent 9/11 Remembrance event in the City. 11 9-12 -22
Councilmember PÉREZ discussed the recent homeless data that was released and noted a presentation of the numbers would be brought to the Council in the near future and thanked the City staff for all that they do for the community.
Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER discussed her attendance at the recent Cal Cities Annual Conference, discussed a recent meeting of the Alhambra Historical Society , and discussed murals that are painted on Bay St ate Street.
ADJOURNMENT: At 8 :34 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, September 26 , 202 2 at 6:00 p.m.
LAUREN MYLES, CMC
CITY CLERK