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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
October 10 , 2022
6:0 0 p.m.
ROLL CALL: At 6: 20 p.m., on Monday, October 10 , 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
CEREMONIAL
1. PROCLAMATION – F2M22-3
Ratified the action of Mayor Maloney in proclaiming October, 2022 as BREAST CANCER AWARENESS MONTH in the City of Alhambra. The proclamation was sent to the American Cancer Society.
PRESENTATIONS
2. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE UPDATE – F2M21-43
Alhambra Chamber of Commerce President, Mr. John B WARIE , present ed a quarterly update for Chamber of Commerce activities from July 2022 to September 2022.
Discussion: Councilmember PÉREZ thanked Mr. BWARIE for his work at the Chamber, discussed filling the business vacancies in the City , the outreach the Chamber conducted to reach out to new businesses , and expressed the need to prioritize the business area on Valley B oulevard . Mr. BWARIE responded to questions.
Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER discussed the recent press conference for the opening You Kitchen , noted that eateries in the City were still struggling and need ed help from the residents, and thanked Mr. BWARIE for his work at the Chamber.
Councilmember MAZA thanked Mr. BWARIE for his work at the Chamber and highlighted the strong relationship between the City and the Chamber.
Mayor MALONEY discussed the Restaurant of the Week progra m, discussed how important it was for the Chamber to assist businesses when they were first starting out, and thanked Mr.
BWARIE for his work at the Chamber.
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Councilmember LEE thanked Mr. BWARIE for his leadership and innovative ideas at the Chamber .
Councilmember PÉREZ discussed her recent dining experience at You Kitchen .
Action Taken : City Council receive d and order filed this informational report.
3. INCLUSIONARY HOUSING ORDINANCE UPDATE – F2M22-7
Director of Community Development HO delivered a staff report. At the September 26, 2022 City Council meeting, the Council requested an update on the City ’s Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (IHO). The City Council adopted the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance (IHO) in September 2020. In general, the IHO require d residential development projects of seven (7) or more units to provide 15% of its total units to be sold or rented to low- and moderate-income households. Alternatives to providing affordable units include d paying an in-lieu fee, providing units off-site, or donating land. Since September 2020, eight residential projects were submitted to the City and five of them were subject to the IHO requirements. Of the five projects, two were selected to provide affordable units in their projects (3 total, 2 low income and 1 moderate income) and three chose to pay the in-lieu fee. The three projects currently in plan check ha d not paid the fees yet; however, when the plans are approved, staff anticipate d the in-lieu fees paid would total approximately $186,999.25 by the time the projects are complete and prior to issuance of certificate of occupancy.
Discussion: Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER inquired if this information would be provided to California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) . Director of Community Development HO responded to questions.
Councilmember PÉREZ expressed excitement for the affordable units being built in the City.
Councilmember LEE discussed the housing project on 38 South Second Street and Director of Community Development HO provided clarification.
Councilmember MAZA inquired how long do units stay as affordable housing and Director of Community Development HO responded to questions.
Mayor MALONEY thanked Director of Community Development HO for the presentation.
Action Taken : City Council receive d and order filed this informational update on the Inclusionary Housing Ordinance.
CONSENT AGENDA (Item Nos. 4 -1 5 )
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.
4. RESOLUTION TO NOMINATE AN ALTERNATE BOARD MEMBER FOR THE SAN GABRIEL BASIN WATER QUALITY AUTHORITY – F 2 M 12 - 4 6 , R2M22-47 The San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Authority (“WQA ”) is governed by a Board of Directors composed of seven members, one of which is elected by cities with pumping rights in the San Gabriel groundwater basin. Under authority of §508 of the WQA Act, the WQA Board of Directors declared the position of alternate member representing cities with pumping rights to be vacant and called a special election for the purpose of filling the vacancy in the office of 3 10-10 -22
alternate member representing cities with pumping rights. The City of Alhambra is one of the cities in the San Gabriel Basin with prescriptive water pumping rights, entitled to vote for an alternate member representing cities with pumping rights. The City of Alhambra may, by resolution submitted to the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Authority before October 20, 2022, nominate a candidate for the office of alternate member representing cities with pumping rights. Mayor Jeffrey K. Maloney expressed an interest in being nominated for the position of alternate board member. After the nomination period has closed, a ballot would be sent to each city with pumping rights by October 24, 2022 and the City Council would have an opportunity to cast its vote for a candidate via resolution.
Discussion : Mayor MALONEY expressed his appreciation to be nominated for the position and discussed the importance of keeping informed on water issues.
Action Taken: City Council adopt ed Resolution No. R2M22-47 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Alhambra, California nominating Councilmember Jeffrey K.
Maloney to represent cities with prescriptive water pumping rights as an alternate member on the Board of the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Authority Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: PÉREZ
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
5. RESOLUTION: AUTHORIZE THE SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT APPLICATION TO CALRECYCLE ’S BEVERAGE CONTAINER RECYCLING GRANT PROGRAM – F2M22-18, R2M22-49
CalRecycle request ed applications to a grant program for beverage container recycling and litter reduction programs to promote increased recycling of beverage containers throughout California and reduce beverage container litter in the waste stream. The City of Alhambra was an eligible entity for funding and could request up to $275,000 in grant funds for projects that met the requirements of the grant program. Staff identified a project to purchase a low- or no- emission vehicle for the recycling program personnel to utilize for community education, inspections and outreach. The project would also install water bottle filling stations at various public locations, including parks; and provide education activities and materials related to beverage container recycling.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council approve d an application for grant funds for the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle ) Beverage Container Recycling Grant Program; adopt Resolution No. R2M22-49 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Alhambra authorizing submittal of an application for grant funds from Calrecycle ’s Beverage Container Recycling Grant Program enabling the submittal of such application in an amount up to $275,000 to CalRecycle ; and, direct ed and authorize staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MAZA
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
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6. RESCIND CONTRACT NO. C2M21-29 AND RE-ISSUE A NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF A 7 YARD DUMP TRUCK – F2M21-6A, C2M21-29, N2M22-112, M2M22- 133
On May 24, 2021, a contract was awarded to Wondries Fleet Group for the purchase of a 7- yard dump truck. However, due to the unprecedented global shortage of microchips, the Ford Motor Company canceled the manufacturing of the vehicle and, consequently, Wondries Fleet Group could no longer fulfill the contract. Staff recommended the contract issued to Wondries Fleet group be rescinded and the Notice Inviting Bids be re-circulated. Specifications were prepared for the purchase of a new dump truck. Staff reviewed and approved the specifications, which were available for review in addition to the bid notice and bid instructions.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council rescind ed Contract No. C2M21-29 awarded to Wondries Fleet Group; authorize d the re-circulation of a Notice Inviting Bids for the purchase of a 7 Yard Dump Truck, with bids due no later than 10:30 a.m. on October 27, 2022; direct ed the Finance Director to carry over funding under account number 507.70.7110.92028 in the amount of $102,972 to the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year Budget; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M22-133 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MAZA
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
7. NIB: FY 2021-2022 SB1 STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT – F2M21-37, N2M22-113 Staff proposed a Street Rehabilitation Project for FY 2021-2022 that include d the following areas: Palm Avenue, Raymond Avenue, Campbell Avenue, Marengo Avenue, Bushnell Avenue, Electric Avenue, Marguerita Avenue, Curtis Avenue, Ninth Street, Eighth Street, Seventh Street, Sixth Street, Fifth Street, Fourth Street, Third Street, Second Street, Stoneman Avenue, Chapel Avenue, Sierra Vista Avenue and Ramona Road, South. Plans and specifications have been prepared for this project. Staff reviewed the plans; they were in conformance with City standards. Once approved, they would be posted and advertised with the bid notice and bid instructions.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council authorize d staff to circulate a Notice Inviting Bids to prospective contractors for the FY 2021-2022 SB1 Street Rehabilitation Project, with bids due no later than 10:30 a.m. on November 17, 2022; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MAZA
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
8. NOTICE OF COMPLETION: INSTALLATION OF A WALKING TRAIL SURFACE AT ALMANSOR PARK – F2M22-58, C2M22-47, M2M22-134
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On September 12, 2022, the City Council awarded a contract to Beynon Sports Surfaces Inc. for the installation of a walking trail surface at Almansor Park in the amount of $141, 160. This project was completed and 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 Beynon Sports Surfaces Inc. for the Almansor Park Walking Trail as complete in the amount of $141,160; 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 5% 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. (M2M22-134 )
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MAZA
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
9. FY 2021-2022 TO FY 2022-2023 CARRYOVERS - F2M21-17, F2M22-17, R2M22- 48 Staff request ed that the City Council adopt a resolution approving certain fiscal year-end carryovers from fiscal year 2021-2022 to fiscal year 2022-2023 and the reappropriation of outstanding encumbrances at the close of the fiscal year 2021-2022.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: Council adopt ed Resolution No. R2M22-48 entitled: A Resolution of the Alhambra City Council approving those certain fiscal year-end carryovers from fiscal year 2021/22 to fiscal year 2022/23 and reappropriation of outstanding encumbrances at the close of the fiscal year 2021/22
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MAZA
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
10. RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF IRANIAN PROTESTERS SEEKING HUMAN RIGHTS AND THEIR DEMANDS FOR FREEDOM AFTER THE DEATH OF MAHSA AMINI – F2M22-7, R2M22-50
At the September 26, 2022 City Council meeting, Councilmember Pérez requested the Council ’s support to bring forward a resolution in support of Iranian protesters who have recently taken to the streets to seek basic human rights and demand freedom after Iran ’s morality police arrested 22-year-old Mahsa Amini for allegedly incorrectly wearing a hijab, and she died in their custody after being detained. This resolution was intended to affirm the City ’s solidarity with Iranian women and all Iranian citizens in their fight for freedom.
Discussion : None
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Action Taken: City Council adopt ed Resolution No. R2M22-50 entitled: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Alhambra in support of Iranian protesters seeking basic human rights and their demands for freedom after the death of Mahsa Amini.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MAZA
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
11. CONTRACT AMENDMENT: TRANSTECH ENGINEERS - CITY ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR FY 2021-2022 – F2M2-57, C2M2-46, M2M22-135
Transtech Engineers provides City Engineering Services to the Public Works Department on an as needed basis. Based upon the normal course of business, their services usually do not exceed $200,000 per fiscal year. Transtech invoices the City on an hourly basis, depending on the type and amount of work performed. Due to the increased amount of Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) plan checks during FY 2021-2022, Transtech was required to do work that exceeded the contract amount by $23,853.80. The cost of the additional work was offset by project and plan check revenues which have been collected.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council approve d an amendment, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to the Agreement with Transtech Engineers for Fiscal Year 2021-2022 for an additional $23,853.80; direct ed the Director of Finance to increase the Purchase Order to pay for the additional work; authorize d the City Manager to sign the amendment to the Agreement on behalf of the City Council; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M22-135 ) Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MAZA
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
12. AWARD CONTRACT: PURCHASE OF ONE 2022 FORD ESCAPE PLUG-IN HYBRID VEHICLE – F2M22-6A, C2M22-55, M2M22-136
The 2022-23 Fiscal Year budget included AB 2766 funding for the purchase of two clean air vehicles. Staff located and solicited quotes for the purchase of one Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid to replace an older, less efficient, high mileage vehicle. Pursuant to the City Council ’s authority under Alhambra Municipal Code Section 3.36.080(E), the City Council may dispense with further procedures and enter in a contract when it meets a specific purchase need. In this instance, staff solicited bids for a vehicle, and Airport Marina Ford ha d a vehicle in stock and submitted the lowest bid at $51,982.85; therefore, staff recommend ed issuing a contract to Airport Marina Ford for the purchase of one 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid vehicle.
Discussion : None.
Action Taken: City Council award ed a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Airport Marina Ford in an amount not to exceed $51,982.85 for the purchase of one 2022 Ford Escape Plug-in Hybrid vehicle; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M22-136 ) 7 10-10 -22
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MAZA
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
13. MINUTES
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council review ed and approve d as submitted the Minutes of the January 25, 2021 regular meeting of the City Council.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MAZA
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
14. 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 October 10, 2022 showing the various appointments, classifications, salary changes, etc., since the last City Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MAZA
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
15. DEMANDS - F2M22-1
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council approve d as submitted Final Check List (232644 thru 232651) in the amount of $55,437.52 for the period ending August 17, 2022; Final Check List (232652 thru 232780) in the amount of $850,827.98 for the period ending August 17, 2022 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $1,901,419.52 for the week ending August 19, 2022; Final Check List (232782 thru 232813) in the amount of $1,154,335.73 for the period ending August 24, 2022; Final Check List (232814 thru 232942) in the amount of $629,833.18 for the period ending August 24, 2022 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $2,079,074.76 for the week ending August 26, 2022; and, Final Check List (232943 thru 233103) in the amount of $58,543.92 for the period ending September 1, 2022.
Vote: Moved: ANDRADE-STADLER Seconded: MAZA
Ayes: ANDRADE-STADLER, PÉREZ, MAZA, LEE, MALONEY
Noes : NONE
Absent: NONE
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS – F2M22-4
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1) Lola ARMENDARIZ, resident, discussed the project proposed at Burke Heritage Park and noted that the City should conduct community outreach, requested additional lighting at the exterior of City Hall and noted that she carrie d a coyote whistle for protection. 2) Bertha RIVERA , resident, reiterated the need for additional lighting in the Civic Center area and asked for an overview of Item No. 5.
City Manager BINNQUIST provided an overview of Item No. 5. Mayor MALONEY requested staff to look into the exterior lighting in the Civic Center area. 3) Jennifer NG, via Zoom, discussed the current zoning code update and encouraged the community to participate in the public meetings.
4) Joseph, via Zoom, expressed concerns with Republic Services and noted he had issues getting trash services for a unit in his apartment building .
City Manager BINNQUIST requested the commenter submit his concerns via email to the City. 5) Bernice ORTEGA, 227 S. El Molino St., inquired about the electrical upgrade at Valley Blvd and Benito Ave ., requested that the update on the zoning code be easy to understand for the public.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (ANNOUNCEMENTS & FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS) – F2M2 2 -7 Councilmember PÉREZ highlighted the previous public comments regarding the lighting in the Civic Center area, discussed the coyote issue in the City and requested a presentation regarding coyotes at a future City Council meeting or community meeting , and requested an update on the Diner on Main and inquired if the Council could discuss it at a future meeting. Director of Community Development HO and City Attorney MONTES responded to questions. Councilmember PÉREZ inquired about the Benito Ave nue and Valley Bou levard facility and when it was approved and Director of Community Development HO responded to questions . Councilmember PÉREZ discussed the rece nt racist comments made by members of the Los Angeles City Council.
Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER discussed truck traffic violations on Poplar Boulevard and requested that a letter by sent to Los Angeles City Councilmember Kevin D e León regarding the signage in that area . City Manager BINNQUIST briefly responded. Vice Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER requested to bring a land acknowledgement to the beginning of future City Council meetings. City Manager BINNQUIST stated that it could be added to the City ’s Strategic Plan . The Council expressed support to look into bringing a land acknowledgement to future City Council meetings. Councilmember LEE noted that she would like to see the language of the land acknowledgement.
Mayor MALONEY discussed the recent Autumn Festival in the City , discussed the upcoming “Know Your Neighbor ” event, and expressed appreciation for everyone ’s comments and participation.
ADJOURNMENT: At 7:40 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 honor of In digenous Peoples ’ Day, to the next regul ar meeting of the Alhambra City Council is scheduled for Monday, October 24 , 202 2 at 6:00 p.m.
LAUREN MYLES, CMC
CITY CLERK