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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 26 , 2022
6:0 0 p.m.
ROLL CALL: At 6: 1 4 p.m., on Monday, September 26 , 2022, the Alhambra City Council met in Council Chambers and virtually via Zoom.
PRESENT: LEE, M AZA , PÉREZ, 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
PUBLIC HEARING
1. PUBLIC HEARING ON IMPASSE AND THE FINDING OF FACTS AND RECOMMENDED
TERMS OF SETTLEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF ALHAMBRA AND ALHAMBRA CITY EMPLOYEES ’ ASSOCIATION AND CONSIDERATION OF SALARIES AND BENEFITS FOR ALHAMBRA CITY EMPLOYEES ’ ASSOCIATION – F2M22-2, M2M22-132 Director of Human Resources KO delivered a staff report. The City of Alhambra (City) workforce consist ed of nine recognized employee bargaining units. The City negotiate d in accordance with various laws, regulations, and City policies with these recognized bargaining units in order to develop a contract/agreement, called a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), that defines salaries and benefits for each of these bargaining units for an agreed upon limited duration of time. Memorandum of Understandings for five of the nine bargaining units were scheduled to expire on June 30, 2021. Namely, the MOU between the City and the Alhambra City Employees Association (ACEA), one of the City ’s largest employee bargaining units consisting of 149 members, expired on June 30, 2021. In anticipation and preparation of the expiration of multiple MOUs, City staff commenced negotiations in February 2021, with all five bargaining units in hopes of reaching agreement on a successor MOU and to allow for a smooth transition to a successor MOU, effective July 1, 2021. Ultimately, the City was able to reach agreement on a successor MOU with four of the five bargaining units. The City was unable to reach agreement with the ACEA.
Effective January 1, 2012, as a result of the passage of Assembly Bill 646 (AB 646), local government agencies unable to reach agreement on a successor MOU were required to enter into a procedure called factfinding as a part of the impasse procedures if invoked by the employee group. The results reached through factfinding were nonbinding. Furthermore, Assembly Bill 1606 was passed later in 2012 that placed additional requirements. They include d the need to, after completing factfinding, hold a public hearing on the impasse and on the written, non-binding finding of facts and recommended terms of settlement issued by the factfinding panel prior to implementing the City ’s last best and final offer made prior to impasse. It was the goal of both parties to reach a negotiated agreement, however, the MMBA state s that a public agency may, after impasse procedures have been exhausted, including factfinding if invoked, and after a public hearing is held, implement its Last, Best, and Final 2 9- 26 -22
offer. This public hearing was held to receive public input on the impasse proceedings that took place between the City and ACEA and The Finding of Fact and Recommended Terms of Settlement Report issued by Chairperson Miller. After receiving public input, staff requested direction as to the option the City would undertake with ACEA Open Public Hearing: Mayor MALONEY opened the public hearing.
Public Comment:
1) Don COLEMAN , representing ACEA, ex pressed concern with the term and compensation rates of option 1, stated option 2 was the most reasonable of the three options, and stated option 3 was puzzling.
2) Vicky BARKER, representing ACEA, noted that a significant portion of the membership of ACEA supported the fact-finding report
3) Yvonne ALMEIDA, City of Alhambra employee, discussed her experience as a City employee in the early part of her career , stated the ARPA funds need ed to be allocated to the employees , and noted that she was in support of a 1 -year contract. 4) Stephen REYES, City of Alhambra employee, stated employees were not feeling valued and noted the ARPA funds need ed to be allocated to the employees , and expressed support for a 1-year contract.
5) Chris BOETTCHER, City of Alhambra employee, expressed support for a 1-year contract and no ted morale would increase with a signed contract. 6) Andrew JARAMILLO , City of Alhambra employee, discussed his families ’ history working in municipalities and expressed support for higher wages and cost of living increases for City employees.
7) Nicolas SANTOS , City of Alhambra employee, discussed his history of living and working in the City of Alhambra and expressed support for a 1-year contract. 8) Frank REYES , City of Alhambra employee, discussed his work in the City ’s Parks & Recreation Department and expressed support for option 2. 9) Harry WONG , City of Alhambra employee, discussed working for the City during the pandemic and expressed concern with the proposed increase of 2%. 10) Luis SCHMIDT, representing AFSCME, stated there were several City employees who could not attend the meeting because they were repairing a water main break, expressed concern with option 3, stated that in the seventeen meetings with ACEA, members were not given a written document , discussed the bylaws of the ACEA, requested that the City Council listen to their employees.
11) Peggy CARLOSS, City of Alhambra employee, expressed support for option 2 and expressed concern with a 1-year contract .
12) Mercedes C. SIERRA-DURAZO, City of Alhambra employee, discussed the services the City ’s Library provides to the community and expressed support for option 2. 13) Jose HERNANDEZ, City of Alhambra employee, discussed his employment history with the City, expressed concern with their union representatives, and discussed the disfunction felt by the employees.
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14) Omar, City of Alhambra employee, via Zoom, expressed concern with the ACEA and its President and expressed support for the 1-year contract. 15) Public Comment received via email and on file in the City Clerk ’s Office : Tracy HORAITES, via email, requested that the City Council support the fact-finding report and agree to the pre-approved proposal.
Closed Public Hearing: After receiving public testimony, Mayor MALONEY closed the public hearing.
Discussion : Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER discussed the hard work of City employees, noted that the membership of the union need ed to decide who its leadership is, discussed the division in the ACEA, requested staff to provide clarification on the options presented to Council. City Manager BINNQUIST clarified each option. Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER inquired about how officers were elected at ACEA and the method of communication from the officers to its members. Mr. COLEMAN responded to questions.
Councilmember LEE thanked the City employees for all their hard work, discussed the communication challenges in ACEA, stated that she would like to see the employees get their raises immediately, and inquired about next steps for each option on the table. Director of Human Resources KO responded to questions.
Councilmember MAZA thanked all the employees for coming out to speak and all their hard work and expressed concern with the lack of communication within ACEA .
Councilmember PÉREZ stated that when she started on the City Council, one of her top priorities was to ensure that City employees received hazard pay, expressed concern with the lack of communication within ACEA , and stated her priority was to provide employees with their increases.
Mayor MALONEY stated that the Council appreciate d and support ed all City employees and discussed the benefits of option 1 .
Councilmember LEE made a motion for Option No. 1: “Impose the one-year Last, Best, and Final offer that was presented to ACEA on October 12, 2021 and January 5, 2022 .” Seconded by Councilmember PÉREZ.
Councilmember PÉREZ reiterated her concern with the lack of communication in ACEA and noted that it was the employees that ma de the City run.
V ice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER made a motion for Option No. 2: “Adopt City ’s Last, Best, and Final three-year MOU that was presented to ACEA on April 27, 2022, with Chairperson Miller ’s recommended modifications. Motion died for a lack of a second.
Councilmember MAZA inquired if items under O ption 2 could be brought back for negotiations if O ption 1 is adopted. Human Resources Director KO and City Attorney MONTES responded to questions.
Action Taken: The City Council supported Option No. 1: “Impose the one-year Last, Best, and Final offer that was presented to ACEA on October 12, 2021 and January 5, 2022. ( M2M22-132 )
Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: PÉREZ
Ayes: PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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RECESS & RECONVENE : Mayor M aloney called for a brief recess at 7:42 p.m. and the meeting resumed with all Councilmembers present at 7:50 p.m.
CONSENT AGENDA (Item Nos. 2 -17 )
All other items listed under the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Item No. 7, 12, and 13 , were considered by the City Council to be routine and were enacted by one motion.
2. RESOLUTION REAUTHORIZING THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE CITY ’S BOARDS AND
COMMISSIONS TO IMPLEMENT TELECONFERENCE ACCESSIBILITY FOR CONDUCTING PUBLIC MEETINGS PURSUANT TO AB 361 – F2M20-33, R2M22-44 During COVID, the City conducted meetings offering teleconferencing accessibility to members of the public, City Council, members of City boards and commissions, City staff and consultants. The executive orders authorizing such meetings lapsed on September 30, 2021, replaced with legislation in the form of AB 361. AB 361 was signed into law by the Governor on September 16, 2021, which went into effect immediately as urgency legislation (codified under Government Code § 54953), and waived certain provisions of the Brown Act in order to allow local agencies to continue to meet remotely. Specifically, the bill allow ed remote teleconference flexibility, but only when there was a state of emergency that ma de it unsafe to meet in person. The City already implemented the requirements of AB 361 for conducting public meetings and was in full compliance, thus there would be no change of the currently established procedures. The Council made the necessary findings for the conduct of teleconferenced accessible meetings via Resolution No. R2M21-42 adopted on October 25, 2021. The proposed Resolution again ma de the required findings under AB 361, and if adopted, it would allow the City to continue to offer teleconference accessibility for public meetings, to help mitigate the spread of COVID-19, as well as during other state-proclaimed emergencies, such as earthquakes or wildfires, where physical attendance may present a risk.
Public Comment: Lewis MCCAMMON, via Zoom, provided an update on COVID-19 numbers in the City.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council adopted Resolution No. R2M22-44: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Alhambra reauthorizing the City Council, and the City ’s Boards and Commissions to implement teleconference accessibility for conducting public meetings pursuant to AB 361
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
3. NIB: WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT ON WINTHROP DRIVE, WESTMONT DRIVE, NORWICH AVENUE, AND COMMONWEALTH AVENUE – F2M22-24, N2M22-108 On May 23, 2022, the City Council rejected the bids for the Water Main Replacement Project on Winthrop Drive, Westmont Drive, Norwich Avenue, and Commonwealth Avenue due to the bids being higher than the amount of funds available. Staff worked with the Design Engineers to reduce the scope of the project and now recommends the project be re-advertised for bids.
This project would replace the existing aging four-inch cast iron water mains with new 8-inch ductile iron water mains, resurface the street and replace broken and off-grade sidewalk and 5 9- 26 -22
curb and gutter. Plans and specifications were prepared. Staff reviewed the plans and found them to be consistent with the City ’s standards.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council approve d the distribution of a Notice Inviting Bids to qualified contractors for the Water Main Replacement Project on Winthrop Drive, Westmont Drive, Norwich Avenue, and Commonwealth Avenue with bids due no later than 10:30 a.m. on October 20, 2022, and opened at 11:00 a.m. that same day.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
4. AWARD CONTRACT: PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE
MAIN STREET SEWER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT BETWEEN GRANADA AVENUE AND EL MOLINO STREET – F2M22-52, RFP2M22-15, C2M22-50, M2M22-125 The Main Street sewer main between Granada Avenue and El Molino Street was deficient in capacity. The existing 8-inch sewer pipe was expected to be surcharged during existing and ultimate peak wet weather conditions. The Master Plan recommend ed replacement of the existing sewer main with a larger diameter sewer main. On July 25, 2022, the City Council approved the distribution of a Request for Proposals (RFP2M22-15) for Engineering Design Services for the Main Street Sewer Replacement Project. Five proposals were received for the project. Staff reviewed and evaluated the proposals received. Based on qualifications, experience, reputation, responsiveness, availability and cost, West and Associates Engineering Inc. was selected as the most responsive firm.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council awarded a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, by and between the City of Alhambra and West and Associates Engineering Inc. for Professional Engineering Design Services for the Main Street Sewer Replacement Project in an amount not to exceed $56,000.00; and, directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M22-125 ) Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
5. RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZE AN APPLICATION FOR A ROUND 2 INTEGRATED REGIONAL WATER MANAGEMENT IMPLEMENTATION GRANT – F2M22-18, R2M22-43 The Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Grant Program was designed to encourage integrated regional water resource management strategies by providing funding for projects and programs that support integrated water management. The California Department of Water Resources (DWR) administered the Round 2 Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) Implementation Grant using funds authorized by Proposition 1. The proposed Burke Heritage Park and Marengo Yard Stormwater Capture Project (Project) was identified as a priority concept in the City ’s Stormwater Master Plan. The proposed Project present ed an opportunity to capture, infiltrate, and filter large amounts of stormwater to service 6 9- 26 -22
the Upper LA River watershed and help the City meet the pollutant load reduction requirements as outlined in the Upper Los Angeles River Watershed Management Program. Moreover, providing additional opportunities to revive and revitalize Burke Heritage Park and improve maintenance facilities at Marengo Yard. The grant guidelines require d an official resolution by the City Council which provide d authority to proceed with the application of Project and receipt of grant funds pursuant to the DWR policies and procedures.
Public Comment: Lola ARMENDARIZ inquired why Burke Heritage Park was selected for this project, stated additional trees should not be planted at the park, questioned whether community feedback was taken for this project , and stated this park was not the best location for the proposed project.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council adopted Resolution No. R2M22-43 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Alhambra, California approving the authority to file an application for the Integrated Regional Water Management Implementation Grant ; and, direct staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
6. AWARD CONTRACT: PURCHASE OF TWO POLICE PATROL VEHICLES – F2M22-6A, C2M22-51, M2M22-126
The 2022-23 Fiscal Year Budget included the replacement of police patrol vehicles. Staff sought to purchase two police patrol vehicles to replace the aging vehicles though a cooperative purchase agreement. A cooperative purchase was allowable per Alhambra Municipal Code 3.36.080(B)(3). On June 9, 2020, Sourcewell opened four bids for the procurement of vehicles, cars, vans, SUV ’s, and light trucks with related equipment, accessories, and services. Sourcewell awarded contract 091521-NAF to National Auto Fleet Group on November 4, 2021 - a contract that did not expire until August 1, 2024. Sourcewell bid specifications included an option for purchasing police vehicles; therefore, staff is recommending purchasing two police patrol vehicles utilizing this option.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council awarded a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to National Auto Fleet Group in an amount not to exceed $106,585.89 for the purchase of two police patrol vehicles; and, directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M22-126 ) Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
7. AWARD CONTRACT: PHASE 2 AND PHASE 3 OF THE HISTORIC PRESERVATION PROGRAM – F2M20-51, RFP2M22-13, C2M22-53, M2M22-127
As part of the City Council ’s Strategic Plan goals, on September 28, 2020, the City Council 7 9- 26 -22
awarded a contract to Historic Resources Group (HRG) to commence Phase 1 of the project and prepare a Historic Context Statement. Following a series of public outreach meetings and completing the Historic Context Statement, Phase 1 was concluded on April 25, 2022. On July 25, 2022, the City Council approved the issuance of a Request for Proposal (RFP) to provide professional consulting services for Phases 2 and 3 of the Historic Preservation Program. The RFP was issued on July 26, 2022, and circulated through August 22, 2022. At the close of the RFP on August 22, 2022, the City received the following two proposals: ASM Affiliates in the amount of $313,210.75 and Historic Resources Group (HRG) in the amount of $276,480.00. Staff met with both firms and determined both are qualified to perform the tasks outlined in the RFP. Based on HRG ’s pricing, services proposed, knowledge of the City ’s cultural resources and familiarity with the City, staff recommend ed awarding a contract to HRG.
Discussion : Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER stated that Historic Resources Group had done a fantastic job for the City and expressed her enthusiasm that the City continue to work with them.
Action Taken: City Council awarded a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Historic Resources Group for Phase 2 and Phase 3 of the Historic Preservation Program in the amount of $276,480; and, directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action. ( M2M22-127 ) Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, LEE, PÉREZ, MAZA, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
8. AWARD CONTRACT: PROFESSIONAL MARKETING AND OUTREACH SERVICES IN SUPPORT OF THE CITY ’S ORGANICS COLLECTION AND FOOD RECOVERY PROGRAMS – F2M20-39, RFP2M22-14, C2M22-54, M2M22-128
On July 25, 2022, the City Council authorized staff to solicit proposals (RFP2M22-14) to design the campaign material on how the City implemented SB 1383 and AB 939 requirements, including how to properly dispose of organic waste. On August 23, 2022, the City received seven proposals from qualified firms. After reviewing the proposals for responsiveness, the four most qualified applicants were invited to interview. The City ’s selection committee assessed the proposals in accordance with the evaluation criteria set forth in the City ’s RFP including qualifications, experience, references, and capacity. S. Groner Associates (SGA), an environmental-focused communications corporation with an emphasis on behavior change, was ranked the highest. SGA has strong knowledge of CalRecycle and SB 1383, success with similar projects, creative marketing, and overall experience working with diverse communities.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council award ed a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Attorney, to S. Groner Associates in the amount not to exceed $85,000 for professional marketing and outreach services in support of the City ’s organics collection and food recovery programs in accordance with SB 1383 and AB 939; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the City Council ’s action. ( M2M22-128 ) Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
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Absent: NONE
9. RESOLUTION: APPROVE THE LEASE/PURCHASE OF A NEW KME FIRE SEVERE
SERVICE TRACTOR DRAWN AERIAL TRUCK THROUGH A FINANCING AGREEMENT WITH LEASING 2, INC. – F2M22-6A, R2M22-45, C2M22-52, M2M22-129 Staff request ed that the City Council adopt a resolution approving the lease/purchase of a new KME fire severe service tractor drawn aerial truck through a financing agreement with Leasing 2, Inc., waive the formal bidding process in accordance with Alhambra Municipal Code
3.36.080(B), and authorize the City to piggyback on Sourcewell Contract #113201-RVG-3 for the purchase. Furthermore, staff request ed that the City Council award a contract to Leasing 2, Inc. to provide financing services for the purchase. Staff recommends the five-year financing term. The amount of $1,722,391.65 would be financed over a five-year term at a 4.08% rate.
The first annual payment in the amount of $403,612.12 would be due on October 1, 2024.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council took the following actions: 1) adopted Resolution No.
R2M22-45 entitled: A Resolution of the Alhambra City Council approving the lease/purchase of a new KME severe service tractor drawn aerial truck through a financing agreement with Leasing 2, Inc. ; 2) by minute action, waived the formal bidding process in accordance with Alhambra Municipal Code 3.36.080(B) and authorize the City to piggyback on Sourcewell Contract #113201-RVG-3 for the purchase of a new KME severe service tractor drawn aerial truck; 3) awarded a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Leasing 2, Inc. to provide financing services and authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary documents; and, 4) directed staff to undertake the necessary steps to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M22-129 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
10. ACCEPT GRANT: OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY – SELECTIVE TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM – F2M22-18, F2M1-77, M2M22-131
Staff request ed that the City Council authorize staff to accept the Office of Traffic Safety grant in the amount of $120,000. The goal of the Office of Traffic Safety was to reduce the number of persons killed or injured in crashes involving alcohol or other primary collision factors through grant funding for local law enforcement agencies. The Alhambra Police Department intend ed to utilize the funding for the FY 2022-2023 Selective Traffic Enforcement Program to enhance community safety through various enforcement and education programs. Such programs and services would include: DUI enforcement, awareness and education programs; DUI checkpoints; bicycle and pedestrian safety enforcement and education; participation in programs such as National Walk to School Day, National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Winter & Summer Mobilizations, National Bicycle Safety Month, National Teen Driver Safety Week, National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, National Motorcycle Safety Month, National Child Passenger Safety Week, and California ’s Pedestrian Safety Month.
Public Comment: Xana HERMOSILLO, via Zoom, encouraged more specific use of the funding and suggested that the bulk of the funding should be used for enforcement of traffic and safety violations .
Discussion : None.
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Action Taken: City Council accept ed the State of California Office of Traffic Safety grant in the amount of $120,000; authorize the Chief of Police to enter into a contract with the Office of Traffic Safety for grant implementation; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M22-131 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
11. RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZE THE SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT APPLICATION UNDER THE
MEASURE A COMPETITIVE GRANT PROGRAM FOR THE PARKS SUMMER SHUTTLE PROJECT – F2M22-18, R2M22-46
The Recreation Access Measure A Competitive Grant Program provide d funds for projects that increase access to public lands, park facilities and park amenities, including education, interpretative services, safety information, transportation and other activities, especially for those in High Need or Very High Need study areas. Alhambra was identified as a High Need area. Staff identified a project to create a shuttle program to enhance public access to summer programming like Concerts in the Park, Movies in the Park and the 4th of July Fireworks Celebration. The grant application for the project would request up to $300,000. The deadline to apply for the RPOSD grant funds was September 29, 2022.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council adopt ed Resolution No. R2M22-46 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Alhambra, California approving the filing of an application for Measure A Grant Funds from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District for the Parks Summer Shuttle Project ; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
12. 2021-2022 STRATEGIC PLAN UPDATE – F2M18-35
On September 27, 2021 and December 13, 2021, March 24, 2022 and June 27, 2022 staff presented and the City Council received and filed updates of the 2021-2022 Strategic Plan.
Staff continue d to work through the 2021-2022 Strategic Plan goals and individual items with much progress. There was now a total of 25 items on the current working plan and 26 items in the complete and continuous section. Staff continue d to monitor all Strategic Plan items and provided updates on a quarterly basis.
Public Comment:
1) Margaret C LARK , 3109 Prospect Ave., Rosemead, Councilmember for the City of Rosemead, expressed hope for a win-win situation for the proposed dog park by the YMCA location in Almansor Park.
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2) Kathy KOPP, 401 E. Corto St., representing the YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley, reiterated YMCA ’s opposition to the dog park at Almansor Park. 3) Lola ARMENDARIZ requested that strategic plan updates be done on a monthly basis as opposed to quarterly , noted that the City does not follow-up on the feedback she provides to the City , and discussed bike and pedestrian safety issues in the City. 4) Valerie GOMEZ , 401 E. Corto St., representing the YMCA of West San Gabriel Valley, clarified that the YMCA has not given permission or received any funds for the use of a portion of their land by City contractors.
5) Lewis MCCAMMON, via zoom, in reference to Item No. 2, provided an update on COVID-19 numbers in the City, in reference to Item No. 7, noted the excellent job done by the Historic Resource Group with the recent historical context and expressed his support for their new contract for phase 3 , in reference to Item No. 12, discussed the proposed dog park at Almansor Park and noted that affordable housing can be built on that land if the dog park moves to another area , in reference to Item No. 13, suggested expanding public input and reexamining the housing issues in the City.
Public Comment via Email: Rick Olivarez, Attorney representing YMCA, submitted a letter expressing opposition to the proposed dog park at Almansor Park near the YMCA.
Discussion : Councilmember PÉREZ inquired about the City ’s agreement with the YMCA.
City Manager BINNQUIST provided clarification on the terms of the agreement.
Councilmember PÉREZ stated that the City received a letter from an attorney representing the YMCA that requested that the City completely remove the goal of a dog park and additional green space in the community. Ms. CLARK clarified that the letter was incorrect and that the YMCA was only requesting that the City find a new location for the proposed dog park.
Mayor MALONEY noted that he was not comfortable making changes to the Strategic Plan and noted that he would like the City ’s sub -committee to have a good faith conversation with the YMCA.
Councilmember LEE referenced the previous City Council discussion when deciding on the future dog park location and noted that she was open to moving the dog park to another location.
Councilmember PÉREZ noted that future discussions regarding the dog park should involve the Parks & Recreation Commission.
Action Taken: City Council received and filed the 2021-2022 Alhambra Strategic Plan update.
Vote: Moved: PÉREZ Seconded: ANDRADE-STADLER
Ayes: MAZA, PÉREZ, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
13. HUD 2021-2022 CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) – F2M7-84, M2M22-130
Each year, the City of Alhambra was required by the Department of Housing and Urban Development to prepare a “Performance Report ” for the CDBG and HOME programs. This report cover ed the previous fiscal year ’s activities and expenditures. The report also 11 9- 26 -22
highlight ed the accomplishments of the year and how the City achieved progress with respect to the community development goals and objectives outlined in the One-Year Action Plan and the Five-Year Consolidated Plan. Staff request ed that the City Council approve the 2021-2022 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) and direct ed staff to submit the report to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Discussion : Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER expressed concern with the Housing Rights Center ’s services to the residents and suggested to look into alternative vendors in the future.
City Manager BINNQUIST responded to questions.
Action Taken: City Council approve d the 2021-2022 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) and direct ed staff to submit the report to HUD. (M2M22-130)
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: PÉREZ
Ayes: MAZA, PÉREZ, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
14. TREASURER ’S REPORT – F2M22-1
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 August 2022, listing all of the City's investments as of August 31, 2022.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
15. MINUTES
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council reviewed and approved as submitted the Minutes of the January 11, 2021 regular meeting of the City Council.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, 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 26, 2022 showing the various appointments, classifications, salary changes, etc., since the last City Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
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Ayes: PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
17. DEMANDS - F2M22-1
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council approved as submitted Final Check List (232154 thru 232229) in the amount of $176,132.19 for the period ending July 28, 2022; Final Check List (232230 thru 232390) in the amount of $58,543.92 for the period ending August 1, 2022; Final Check List (232391 thru 232435) in the amount of $786,677.76 for the period ending August 4, 2022; Final Check List (232436 thru 232495) in the amount of $145,744.81 for the period ending August 4, 2022 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $1,711,699.48 for the week ending August 5, 2022 ; Final Check List (232496 thru 232521) in the amount of $224,892.61 for the period ending August 11, 2022; and, Final Check List (232522 thru 242643) in the amount of $471,636.65 for the period ending August 11, 2022 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $651,939.73 for the week ending August 12, 2022.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: LEE
Ayes: PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER, MALONEY
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS – F2M22-4
1) Lola ARMENDARIZ, resident, requested that when the dog park discussion goes to the Parks & Recreation Commission that a staff report be provided , requested that staff announce any delayed start times to City Council meetings in the future, requested modified language when public comment time is expired , and requested that staff bring back the upcoming events page in the City Council agenda.
2) Sandy LEE, via Zoom, discussed alternative ways to water new plants and trees in the City. 3) Barbara MESSINA, via Zoom, shared that former Alhambra City Attorney, Le e Dolley, recently passed away. Mayor MALONEY noted that the meeting will be adjourned in his memory.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (ANNOUNCEMENTS & FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS) – F2M2 2 -7 Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER apologized if she was too harsh during the discussion for Item No. 1 and requested a report on the inclusionary housing ordinance at a future City Council meeting . The Council reached consensus to bring the item to a future meeting. Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER discussed the recent Hispanic Celebration at the Farmers Market and thanked the Parks & Recreation Department for their work on the event , discussed the upcoming “Know Your Neighbor ” event , noted the importance of keeping trees watered and healthy , and discussed the City ’s recent Veteran ’s Resource Fair.
Councilmember PÉREZ thanked everyone who attended the meeting tonight and participated, discussed the recent death of Mahsa Amini in Iran and requested a resolution to recognize the current events in Iran and to honor Mahsa Amini.
Councilmember MAZA thanked Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER for her work on the Veterans Resource Fair and discussed the event.
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Mayor MALONEY discussed the recent Veterans Resource Fair and discussed the upcoming Autumn Fest at Alhambra Park.
ADJOURNMENT: At 8 :42 p.m. there being no further business for the Council to transact, the Mayor, with the consent of the City Council, adjourned their meeting in memory of former Alhambra City Attorney Le e Dolley, to the next regul ar meeting of the Alhambra City Council is scheduled for Monday, October 10 , 202 2 at 6:00 p.m.
LAUREN MYLES, CMC
CITY CLERK