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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
March 13, 202 3
6:0 0 p.m.
ROLL CALL: At 6: 0 9 p.m., on Monday, March 13 , 202 3 , the Alhambra City Council met in the Council Chambers of Alhambra City Hall.
PRESENT: LEE, MAZA, MALONEY, PÉREZ, ANDRADE-STADLER
ABSENT: NONE
Officials Present: 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, Deputy Director Parks and Recreation Houghton
FLAG SALUTE : Led by Mayor Andrade-Stadler
LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT : We acknowledge that the land on which we are gathered is the traditional, ancestral, and unceded territory of the Gabrielino/Tongva peoples. We seek to prioritize respect for the historic culture and contemporary presence of the native peoples throughout California, especially in the greater Los Angeles/Alhambra area. We come with respect and gratitude for the Gabrielino/Tongva people who still consider themselves the caretakers of this land. It is through their examples that we are reminded of our greater responsibility to take care of Mother Earth and to take care of each other.
CEREMONIAL S
1. PROCLAMATIONS – F2M23-3
A. Ratif ied the action of Mayor Andrade-Stadler in proclaiming the month of March, 2023 as WOMEN ’S HISTORY MONTH in Alhambra.
B. Ratified the action of Mayor Andrade-Stadler in proclaiming March, 2023 as RED CROSS MONTH in Alhambra. Mayor Andrade-Stadler present ed the Red Cross Month proclamation to Patty Madera, Interim Executive Director - Greater San Gabriel and Pomona Valleys American Red Cross.
2. CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE: SENIOR SERVICES SUPERVISOR KATHY SPRECHER – F2M23-3
Mayor Andrade-Stadler and the City Council commend ed and thank ed Senior Services Supervisor Kathy Sprecher for her 18 years of faithful and loyal service to the Parks & Recreation Department and the City of Alhambra. Mayor Andrade-Stadler present ed a Certificate of Service plaque to Ms. Sprecher for her outstanding work for the City. 2 3 -13 -2 3
3. CERTIFICATE OF SERVICE: PLANNING COMMISSIONER RON SAHU – F2M23-3, F2M22- 34 The City Council, on behalf of the citizens of Alhambra, recognize d the City ’s former Planning Commissioner Ron Sahu, who recently stepped down from his position, for his four years of dedicated service to the City of Alhambra. Mayor Andrade-Stadler present ed the Certificate of Service to Mr. Sahu.
PRESENTATIONS
4. CHAMBER OF COMMERCE UPDATE – F2M21-43
Alhambra Chamber of Commerce President, Mr. John Bwarie, present ed an update for Chamber of Commerce activities from October 2022 to February 2023.
Public Comment:
1) Melissa MICHELSON, via Zoom, inquired about the total operating budget for Chamber activities, where the Chamber gets the bulk of their income, what percentage of their income is taxpayer dollars, requested access to the weekly updates provided from the Chamber to the City, and inquired about the costs for Chamber of Commerce services listed in their agreement with the City.
Discussion: Councilmember PÉREZ thanked Mr. BWARIE for his update, complimented the Chamber ’s efforts on the Lunar New Year event, and inquired about the Chamber ’s efforts to fill chronic business vacancies in the City. Mr. BWARIE responded to questions.
Councilmember MALONEY reiterate d how well the Lunar New Year event went, expressed appreciation for the Chamber ’s efforts for highlighting businesses in the community.
Vice Mayor MAZA inquired if there was a list of property owners that the Chamber uses for outreach . Mr. BWARIE responded to questions.
Councilmember LEE discussed the Strategic Plan goals of attracting and retaining businesses and welcomed feedback from the Chamber to achieve those goals.
Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER discussed the City ’s current zoning code update and inquired if the Chamber has been involved in that process. Mr. BWARIE responded to questions.
Action Taken : City Council received and order filed this informational report.
5. CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE UPDATE REGARDING DEVELOPMENT OF THE BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PLAN – F2M22-33, Councilmember PÉREZ and Councilmember MALONEY provided an update. On February 28, 2023, Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Improvement Plan Subcommittee Members, Jeff Maloney and Sasha Renée Pérez, met with City staff and the City ’s consultant on the Plan, Alta Planning + Design, to receive an update on the Plan ’s development. Over the last several months Alta Planning + Design collected traffic and collision information and engaged the community on existing bicycle and pedestrian needs and concerns. As a result of this outreach work, which included surveys, site walks, bike and walk audits, an interactive map, virtual workshops, pop-up information booths at schools, parks, and the Joslyn Center, and a meeting with the Transportation Commission on March 8, 2023, Alta Planning + Design will 3 3 -13 -2 3
now move into data analysis to develop the City ’s bicycle plan network and bicycle/pedestrian recommendations/enhancements. This evening, the Council Subcommittee Members will report on the Plan ’s progress. Once Alta Planning + Design completes the analysis and provides a Draft Plan, the community will be invited to provide additional feedback on the Draft Plan before its final adoption.
Public Comment: None
Discussion: Councilmember LEE noted that she was impressed with the proposed crosswalk s , inquired about the outreach of the project , discussed the upcoming zoning code update and the potential impacts on this plan. Councilmember PÉREZ responded to questions.
Councilmember MALONEY noted that the consultant of the project is aware of the pending housing element update and zoning code update.
Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER noted the importance of Alhambra becoming a pedestrian safe and bicycle friendly city.
Action Taken : City Council received and order filed this informational report.
CONSENT AGENDA (Item Nos. 6 -18 )
All other items listed under the Consent Agenda, with the exception of Item No. 7 , 9, 14, 15 , and 1 6 were considered by the City Council to be routine and were enacted by one motion.
6. NIB: MAIN STREET, FOURTH STREET, AND MISSION ROAD SEWER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT - PHASE 1 – F2M22-53, N2M23-31
On December 12, 2022, the City Council rejected the bids received for the Main Street, Fourth Street, and Mission Road Sewer Main Replacement Project d u e to th e b id s b e in g 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 b e re -a d v e rtis e d in tw o p h a s e s . T h e firs t p h a s e w ill b e o n Mission Road (from Fourth Street to Garfield Avenue) and Fourth Street (from Mission Road to Commonwealth Avenue). Phase 1 of the Project will replace approximately 3,350 feet of existing 8-inch - 12-inch sewer main to 18-inch -21-inch sewer main. Plans and specifications have been prepared. Staff has reviewed the plans and found them to be consistent with the City ’s standards.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council approved the distribution of a Notice Inviting Bids to qualified contractors for the Main Street, Fourth Street, and Mission Road Sewer Main Replacement Project – Phase 1 with bids due no later than 10:30 a.m. on March 30, 2023, and opened at 11:00 a.m. that same day.
Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
7. AUTHORIZE RFP: DEVELOPMENT OF A FEASIBILITY STUDY FOR THE STORY PARK STORMWATER CAPTURE PROJECT – F2M23-29, RFP2M23-7
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Director of Public Works RAY delivered a staff report. The City developed a Stormwater Master Plan in order to comply with the Safe Clean Water Program ’s stringent funding requirements by implementing a cost-effective strategy to identify potential opportunities for stormwater projects and prioritize the planning process. The proposed Story Park site is identified as a priority concept in the Stormwater Master Plan. This project seeks to improve water quality from runoff discharged to the Upper LA River Watershed Area infiltration, and filtration features. The project is envisioned as a diversion, storage, infiltration, and filtration facility with the potential to offer runoff storage and water quality benefits for the jurisdictions of Alhambra, South Pasadena, San Marino, and Pasadena. The Safe Clean Water Program requires a feasibility study in order to compete for funding from the Regional Program for stormwater project design, construction, operations and maintenance, and other related eligible activities.
Public Comment: None
Discussion : Councilmember MALONEY inquired what happens to the water when it ’s captured in the retention basin underground. Director of Public Works RAY responded to questions.
Action Taken: City Council authorized the distribution of a Request for Proposals to qualified firms for the development of a feasibility study for the Story Park Stormwater Capture Project; and, directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
8. AUTHORIZE RFP: PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE
WATER MAIN REPLACEMENT PROJECT ON HALSTEAD CIRCLE, HIDALGO AVENUE, AND MAIN STREET – F2M23-30, RFP2M23-8
The Utilities Department regularly installs water mains to replace aging pipelines and to improve system reliability and water quality. The six-inch cast iron water main pipes on Halstead Circle between North and South Vega Street and on Hidalgo Avenue between Main Street and Alhambra Road were installed in the 1920 ’s. The four-inch cast iron water main pipe on Main Street between Champion Place and Hidalgo Avenue was installed in 1910. The water main pipes have a history of breaks. These water main lines should be replaced to improve flow and firefighting capabilities in an emergency. This project would replace the existing four-inch and six-inch cast iron water mains with new 8-inch ductile iron water mains.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council approved the distribution of a Request for Proposals for Professional Engineering Design Services for the Water Main Replacement Project on Halstead Circle, Hidalgo Avenue, and Main Street with proposals due no later than 4:00 p.m. on April 13, 2022; and, directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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9. AWARD CONTRACT: DESIGN SERVICES FOR ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION PROGRAM (ATP) CROSSWALK TRAFFIC CONTROL DEVICES – F2M22-56, RFP2M22-18, C2M23-6, M2M23-11
Director of Public Works RAY delivered a staff report . The Alhambra Active Transportation Program (ATP), Lit Crosswalk Traffic Control Devices, SGV Measure M Subregional funding consists of improvements at the following locations: 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 design includes installation of pedestrian push button signals and signage at nine intersections that have an uncontrolled crosswalk. Pedestrian crossing control equipment at all nine intersections may include flashing beacons (standard beacons per CA-MUTCD or Rapid Rectangular Flashing Beacons) or in-road flashing lights along crosswalk lines. Staff circulated a Request for Proposals (RFP) for engineering design services for the completion of Plans-Specifications and Cost Estimates and received proposals from three companies.
Staff reviewed and evaluated the responding proposals and found the proposal submitted by Stantec Consulting Services Inc. conforms to the RFP and received the highest rating. Staff shared the proposed Project with Alta Planning + Design Inc., the design team working on the City ’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Transportation Plan, and they support the proposed improvements at uncontrolled crosswalks.
Public Comment : None
Discussion : Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER inquired if Alta Planning + Design have been involved in the project. Director of Public Works RAY provided clarification.
Action Taken: City Council awarded a contract, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, to Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. in the amount of $94,796 for design service for the ATP Crosswalk Traffic Control Devices Project; and, directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. (M2M23-11 ) Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
10. NIB: REPLACEMENT OF ALHAMBRA POOLS MECHANICAL EQUIPMENT – F2M23-31, N2M23-32
Alhambra Pools have heaters, chemical controllers, filters, chlorine tanks, pumps and other pool equipment that are reaching the end of their useful life. A fully operational swimming pool mechanical system is a necessity for Alhambra and Granada Park pools. Specifications and bid documentation have been completed for the Alhambra Pools Mechanical Equipment Replacement Project. The project will be funded with American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The project bids are due no later than 10:30 a.m. on March 30, 2023, in the office of the City Clerk and will be opened at 11:00 a.m. that same day.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council authorize d staff to circulate a Notice Inviting Bids to prospective contractors for the Alhambra Pools Mechanical Equipment Replacement Project; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. 6 3 -13 -2 3
Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
11. AUTHORIZE RFP: LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES FOR VARIOUS CITY PROPERTIES – F2M23-32, RFP2M23-6
The City of Alhambra currently contracts with Parkwood Landscape Maintenance, Inc. for landscape maintenance services. The contract expires on June 30, 2023. Therefore, staff is requesting authorization from the City Council to circulate a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Landscape Maintenance Services for various City properties. Proposals will be due to the Parks & Recreation Department in City Hall by 4:30 p.m. on April 11, 2023.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council authorized staff to circulate a Request for Proposals to prospective contractors to provide landscape maintenance services for various city properties, with proposals due by 4:30 p.m. on April 11, 2023; and, directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
12. NOTICE OF COMPLETION: PURCHASE OF SHADE STRUCTURES FOR ALHAMBRA AND GRANADA PARK POOLS – F2M22-6B, C2M22-10, M2M23-34
On March 14, 2022, the City Council awarded a contract to Pacific Play Systems Inc. for the Alhambra Pools Shade Structure Project in the amount of $249,500.00. There were two change orders totaling $24,009.25 for the project for additional drilling due to finding water lines and to move one shade from Granada Pool to Alhambra Pool due to finding unforeseen concrete in the excavation process. The total amount of the contract is $273.509.25. This project has been inspected by staff, and all work has been 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 accepted the work of Pacific Play Systems Inc. for the Alhambra Pools Shade Structure Project as complete in the amount of $273,509.25; directed the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with the County of Los Angeles for recordation; instructed the Finance Director to release the 5 percent retention 35 days from the date of recordation if no liens are filed; and, directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M23-34 )
Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
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13. APPROVAL TO CANCEL MOTOROLA RIPA MODULE PURCHASE – F2M18-6B, C2M18- 66, M2M23-35
On December 13, 2018, the City entered into a contract for the purchase of public safety Computer Aided Dispatch (CAD) and Records Management System (RMS) for a total amount of $1,127,388.85 under a five-year lease. On June 27, 2022, the City Council approved a Motorola RIPA module agreement with an initial cost of $22,743 with an annual maintenance of $3,300. Since Council ’s approval of the Motorola RIPA module, staff has not implemented the RIPA module due to Motorola ’s inability to deliver the product. Motorola ’s contract states staff can cancel the contract after giving 30 days ’ notice of default and their failure to cure within 30 days. Staff will seek a different vendor to collect perceived demographic, and other detailed data regarding pedestrian and traffic stops and report to the California Department of Justice in compliance with AB 953 RIPA legislation.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council authorized the cancellation of Motorola ’s RIPA module purchase agreement approved by the City Council on June 27, 2022; and, directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M23-35 ) Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
14. AUTHORIZE RFP: DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION AND DECORATION OF THE 2025-2029 TOURNAMENT OF ROSES PARADE FLOATS – F2M23-33, RFP2M23-9 Annually, the City conducts an art drawing contest that includes all elementary school students that attend school in the City of Alhambra. The winning art will be used each year to inspire the 2025, 2026, 2027, 2028, and 2029 Tournament of Roses Floats. After the winning art has been chosen, the City will seek a professional float builder to provide all services required to be an eligible Rose Parade Float entry. Elements shall include but are not limited to the concept, design, construction and floral decorating. Therefore, staff requests City Council authorization to circulate a Request for Proposals to provide Rose Parade Float design and build services for the 2025-2029 Tournament of Roses Parades. Proposals will be due to the Parks & Recreation Department in City Hall by 4:00 p.m. on April 13, 2023.
Public Comment :
1) Melissa MICHELSON , via Zoom, expressed concern that no amount is listed under the fiscal impact of the report, inquired about the benefits of Alhambra having a float in the Rose Parade , and expressed concern with the proposed 5-year term of a future contract with the chosen vendor.
City Manager BINNQUIST responded to Ms. MICHELSON ’s questions.
Discussion : City Attorney MONTES noted that the years referenced in the staff report should be 2024-2028 instead of 2025-2029.
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Action Taken: City Council authorize d staff to circulate a Request for Proposals to prospective contractors to provide Tournament of Roses Float design and build services for the 2025-2029 Tournament of Roses Parades, with proposals due by 4:00 pm on April 13, 2023; and, direct ed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action.
Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
15. APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH CONSOLIDATED DISPOSAL SERVICES, L.L.C. DBA REPUBLIC SERVICES FOR REINSTATEMENT OF WEEKLY BULKY ITEM SWEEP SERVICE PROGRAM – F2M20-39, C2M21-9, M2M23-36 Deputy City Manager STOVER and Recycling Specialist EIGIRDAS delivered a staff report.
On February 22, 2021, the City of Alhambra ( “the City ”) entered into contract with Republic Services for residential and commercial integrated solid waste management services. The contract grants four courtesy bulky item pickups per year for residential customers and one courtesy bulky item pickup per unit per year for multi-family complex customers, upon scheduling such service. The prior contract included “weekly sweep ” services on each area ’s normal trash pick-up day for bulky items. Despite outreach efforts on the new bulky item collection policy and requirements for scheduled pick-ups, illegal dumping continues to be a frequent complaint throughout the City. Illegal dumping deteriorates the overall quality and appearance of the City ’s neighborhoods and endangers the health and wellbeing of residents and pedestrians. The service reinstatement under the proposed Amendment will allow the “weekly sweep ” of bulky items included in the City ’s waste hauling contracts prior to the current 2021 contract; therefore, restoring prior level of service. To account for costs associated under the proposed Amendment, an increase to residential and commercial account rates will result as described in the March 13, 2023 staff report by the Deputy City Manager and Recycling Assistant. If approved, the service reinstatement and change in monthly rates would commence April 1, 2023 to align with the residential quarterly bill cycle. All other provisions of the City ’s contract with Republic will remain unchanged.
Public Comment :
1) Melody WU , via Zoom, suggested that the City provide education to the residents regarding dumping, noted that additional rates costs be a temporary solution, and encouraged higher fines for illegal dumping .
2) Melissa MICHELSON , via Zoom, encouraged the Council to vote no on this item, encouraged additional education from the City on the four bulky item pickups already included for residential customers, expressed concern with the rate increase to residents , and encouraged the use of smaller bins for lower rate prices.
Discussion : Councilmember PÉREZ discussed the recent increase of illegal dumping in the City and inquired ho w the truck would be sent out to pick up illegal dumping. Deputy City Manager STOVER responded to questions.
Councilmember MALONEY noted that this item is primarily to address the amount of illegal dumping in the City and inquired if piles of miscellaneous trash would be included under this contract amendment as well. Mitchell KOPCZYK, Republic Services, responded to questions.
Councilmember MALONEY inquired about the length of the contract and if it would align with the original term of the agreement. Deputy City Manager STOVER responded to questions. 9 3 -13 -2 3
Councilmember LEE expressed concern with potential traffic congestion with an additional truck in the community picking up trash , inquired about the amount of bulky item pickups for multi-family complex and Deputy City Manager STOVER responded to questions.
Vice Mayor MAZA thanked staff and republic services for putting this together and noted that this is an effort tot keep the City clean , inquired about the annual rate increase under the contract, and Mr. KOPCZYK responded to questions.
Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER expressed support for the item and supporte d the idea of making a phone number readily available to the community so they could call-in illegal dumping.
Action Taken: City Council approved an Amendment, subject to review and approval by the City Manager and the City Attorney, to Contract No. C2M21-9 between the City of Alhambra and Consolidated Disposal Service, LLC dba Republic Services, for the reimplementation of a citywide “weekly sweep ” service of bulky items at an additional residential and commercial rate cost; and, directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize the Council ’s action. ( M2M23-36 )
Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
16. AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH CALTRANS FOR THE FREMONT RAMP AND INTERCHANGE IMPROVEMENTS – F2M19-32, C2M23- 13, M2M23-37
City Manager BINNQUIST delivered a staff report. “Advancing Alhambra ” is the City ’s plan to improve local roads and safety for residents and reduce traffic and congestion in Alhambra via various mobility improvements. To find solutions to Alhambra ’s traffic and congestion concerns, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro) reallocated the transportation funds (Measure R) once approved for the 710 Tunnel Project to area municipalities to enhance transportation operations and address the congestion issues being experienced. Pursuant to this direction, the City of Alhambra conducted traffic studies in 2020 and scoping in 2021 to help identify locations for mobility improvement consideration. Among the City ’s options, four major ramp locations emerged as targets including Fremont, Atlantic, Garfield and the conversion of the 710 Stub at Valley into a four-lane arterial. Improvements at these locations are projected to help keep motorists on the I-10 rather than cutting through Alhambra, providing not only relief to the local community, but also not negatively altering regional traffic patterns. On March 2, 2023, the City received from Caltrans a Cooperative Agreement, which establishes the responsibilities of each agency in the preparation of the Project Approval and Environmental Document (PA&ED), Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) and Right of Way (ROW). Elements of the Fremont Project include the ramp improvements on I-10 and a braided ramp between Northbound I-710 to Eastbound I-10 Connector and Eastbound Fremont Interchange offramp. This Cooperative Agreement between the City and Caltrans does not finalize the City ’s project at Fremont and the interchange; rather, it defines the responsibilities between Caltrans and the City with regard to continuing to process the project, including outreach, environmental review, design and ultimately, construction.
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council authorized entering into a Cooperative Agreement, subject to final language approval by the City Manager and City Attorney, by and between the 10 3 -13 -2 3
City of Alhambra and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) to complete the PA&ED, PS&E, and ROW for the Fremont Ramp and Interchange Improvements; and, directed staff to undertake the steps necessary to finalize Council ’s action. ( M2M23-37 ) Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
17. PERSONNEL ACTIONS – F2M23-2
Discussion : None
Action Taken: City Council ratified the actions of the City Manager set forth in that certain Personnel Actions document dated March 13, 2023 showing the various appointments, classifications, salary changes, etc., since the last City Council meeting.
Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
18. DEMANDS – F2M23-1
Discussion : None
Action Taken : City Council approve as submitted Final Check List (235041 thru 235216) in the amount of $1,015,281.96 for the period ending November 23, 2022 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $1,966,407.98 for the week ending November 30, 2023; Final Check List (235217 thru 253306) in the amount of $449,242.27 for the period ending December 1, 2022; Final Check List (235307 thru 235469) in the amount of $59,148.92 for the period ending December 5, 2022; Final Check List (235470 thru 235585) in the amount of $1,166,083.09 for the period ending December 8, 2022; and, Final Check List (235586 thru 235732) in the amount of $630,825.44 for the period ending December 15, 2022 and Schedule of Wire Transfers in the amount of $2,379,890.56 for the week ending December 9, 2022.
Vote: Moved: LEE Seconded: MALONEY
Ayes: PÉREZ, MALONEY, MAZA, LEE, ANDRADE-STADLER
Noes: NONE
Absent: NONE
PUBLIC COMMENT FOR NON-AGENDIZED ITEMS – F2M2 3 -4
Public Comments:
1) Jack GARCIA expressed his support for the land acknowledgement read earlier in the meeting and requested an increase of $3 per hour for City Crossing Guards. 2) Lewis MCCAMMON, 105 N. Cordova St., referenced the general plan that was adopted in 2019 and noted some confusion regarding the area between Chapel Ave . and Almansor St. on Main St. and if its considered the East Main Comme rcial Corridor or the Central Business District . 11 3 -13 -2 3
Public Comments via Zoom:
1) Melissa Michelson, via Zoom, suggested that the City look into holding community meetings in different parts of the City to better engage the community , thanked the Council for allowing hybrid meetings, and noted that staff needs to provide better public comment instructions for virtual participants .
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS (ANNOUNCEMENTS & FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS) – F2M2 3 -7 MALONEY: Councilmember MALONEY left Council Chambers at 8:06 p.m. and returned at 8:09 p.m.
Councilmember LEE referenced the concern mentioned by Mr. MCCAMMON and discussed the moratorium on housing and the design of the East Main Corridor . City Attorney MONTES and Director of Community Development HO responded to questions.
Councilmember LEE discussed the letter the Council received from the Jewish Federation and supported the Human Relations Commission creating a task force with different ethnic groups in the City and requested the Council to draft a letter expressing concern over the purchase of out of state assault weapons that are being transported to California. Councilmember PÉREZ noted that there is current legislation being discussed regarding that matter and that the group Moms Demand Action and the City of Monterey Park were recently in Sacramento discussing the issue with legislators and requested that staff look into which bills are addressing the matter so that the Council could provide a letter of support. Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER expressed support for a proposed letter but noted that data needs to be gathere d prior to the Council approving a letter.
Councilmember LEE acknowledged the upcoming Rama dan .
Councilmember PÉREZ thanked everyone for participating in the meeting and stated that she was looking forward to the upcoming Strategic Plan discussion.
Mayor ANDRADE-STADLER referenced Ms. MICHELSON ’s comments regarding public input at meetings and noted that instructions are written out on the second page of the agenda, discussed the recent Farmers Market, discussed the recent Emergency Preparedness event, highlighted the upcoming Dump Day event, discussed the upcoming Housing Workshop , discussed the upcoming Arbor Day event , encouraged students to apply for the Republic Services scholarships, and encouraged students to participate in the Rose Parade float art contest.
ADJOURNMENT: At 8:2 6 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, March 27 , 202 3 at 6:00 p.m.
LAUREN MYLES, CMC
CITY CLERK