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ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2025
CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Cao called the Special Meeting to order at 5:34 p.m.
ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
PRESENT: Cheng, Fu, Wang, Kwan, and Cao
ABSENT: None
PUBLIC COMMENT – No one appeared.
CLOSED SESSION
a. Confer with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation.
Potential initiation of litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4):
one (1) Case.
The Special Meeting ended at 6:09 p.m.
No reportable action was taken.
Linda Rodriguez
City Clerk
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ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2025
1. CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Cao called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:03 p.m.
2. INVOCATION – Mohammad Ahad, Mosque of San Gabriel
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Timothy Boyer, Marine Veteran and Arcadia Fire Captain
4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
PRESENT: Cheng, Fu, Wang, Kwan, and Cao
ABSENT: None
5. REPORTS FROM CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING CLOSED/STUDY SESSION ITEMS
City Attorney Maurer reported that prior to the Regular Meeting, the City Council met in a Closed Session to discuss the one item listed on the posted agenda and that no reportable action was taken.
6. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS
City Manager Lazzaretto noted the submission of a Public Comment email on a non-agenda topic.
He thanked outgoing Mayor Cao for his service and congratulated incoming Mayor Kwan on her appointment.
7. CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
a. Presentations to outgoing Mayor Michael Cao, M.D.
Presentation by Director Maile Plan on behalf of Congresswoman Judy Chu Presentation by District Representatives Carlos Arce and Elaine Pang on behalf of Senator Sasha Renée Pérez
Presentation by Field Representative Fion Lam on behalf of Assembly Member Mike Fong
Presentation by Field Deputy Candy Ng on behalf of Assessor Jeff Prang Presentation by Field Deputy Vicky Paul on behalf of Supervisor Kathryn Barger Presentation by Mayor Vinh T. Ngo and Mayor Pro Tem Elizabeth Yang from the City of Monterey Park
Presentation by President Raymond Cheung and Superintendent Dr. David Vannasdall on behalf of the Arcadia Unified School District Presentation by Board President Sina Mohajer and CEO Karen Mac Nair on behalf of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce
Presentation by President Sandra Chen Lau on behalf of the USC Arcadia Hospital Foundation
Presentation by President Susan Guo on behalf of the Arcadia Chinese Association
2 04-15-2025 Presentation by Executive Director Donna Choi on behalf of the Downtown Arcadia Improvement Association
Presentation by First Vice President Christine Lee and Directors Angela Hui, David Lee, Alice Wang, and MJ Finstrom on behalf of the Arcadia Performing Arts Foundation
Presentation by President Cheryl Alberg on behalf of the Arcadia Woman’s Club Presentation by Council Members John Griffin, Joan Schmidt, Linda Sells, and Shannon Currie on behalf of the Monrovia Arcadia Duarte Town Council Presentation by Board Chair Roberta Preskill, Board Member Kay Kinsler, and Executive Director Jhoana Hirasuna on behalf of Foothill Unity Center, Inc.
Presentation by Mayor Pro Tem Sharon Kwan on behalf of the City of San Gabriel Presentation of Gavel Plaque by Mayor Pro Tem Sharon Kwan on behalf of the City of Arcadia
Remarks by outgoing Mayor Michael Cao, M.D.
b. Presentations to incoming Mayor Sharon Kwan
Presentation by Director Maile Plan on behalf of Congresswoman Judy Chu Presentation by District Representatives Carlos Arce and Elaine Pang on behalf of Senator Sasha Renée Pérez
Presentation by Field Representative Fion Lam on behalf of Assembly Member Mike Fong
Presentation by Field Deputy Vicky Paul on behalf of Supervisor Kathryn Barger Presentation by Field Deputy Candy Ng on behalf of Assessor Jeff Prang Presentation by Mayor Vinh T. Ngo, Mayor Pro Tem Elizabeth Yang, and Council Member Thomas Wong from the City of Monterey Park
Presentation by President Raymond Cheung and Superintendent Dr. David Vannasdall on behalf of the Arcadia Unified School District Presentation by Board President Sina Mohajer and CEO Karen Mac Nair on behalf of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce
Presentation by President Sandra Chen Lau on behalf of the USC Arcadia Hospital Foundation
Presentation by Executive Director Donna Choi on behalf of the Downtown Arcadia Improvement Association
Presentation by First Vice President Christine Lee and Directors Angela Hui, David Lee, Alice Wang, and MJ Finstrom on behalf of the Arcadia Performing Arts Foundation
Presentation by President Cheryl Alberg on behalf of the Arcadia Woman’s Club Presentation by Board Chair Roberta Preskill, Board Member Kay Kinsler, and Executive Director Jhoana Hirasuna on behalf of Foothill Unity Center, Inc.
Presentation by Mayor Pro Tem Eileen Wang on behalf of the City of San Gabriel
3 04-15-2025 a. Administration of the oath of office to Mayor Sharon Kwan
Remarks by Mayor Sharon Kwan
b. Administration of the oath of office to Mayor Pro Tem Eileen Wang
Remarks by Mayor Pro Tem Eileen Wang
c. Remarks by members of the City Council
The City Council recessed at 8:37 p.m. and reconvened at 8:53 p.m.
8. PUBLIC HEARING
a. Resolution No. 7628 establishing and adjusting various fees for City services.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Adopt
Administrative Services Director Chen presented the staff report.
Mayor Kwan opened the Public Hearing – no one appeared.
Mayor Kwan closed the Public Hearing.
A motion was made by Council Member Fu, seconded by Council Member Cao, and carried on a roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 7628 establishing and adjusting various fees for City Services.
AYES: Fu, Cao, Cheng, Wang, and Kwan
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
9. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Charley Lu, Board Member of the I-Chinese American Political Action Committee, appeared and expressed his gratitude to Council Member Cao for his service during his tenure as Mayor.
Nader Samaan, an Arcadia resident, appeared and congratulated Mayor Kwan on her new role; he expressed his appreciation for her efforts in sustaining a close-knit community and maintaining a high-quality of life.
Michelle Wu, an Arcadia resident, appeared and requested that Mayor Pro Tem Wang resign from office, expressing her reasons why she should step down.
Amy Moufarrege and Diane Pierson, Board Members of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce, appeared and announced that the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce will be hosting the following upcoming events: April 19, “Learning Lab” in partnership with U.S. Small Business Association at the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce office; April 17, “Rise & Shine” at the Courtyard by Marriott Monrovia; April 24, “Networking at Noon” at The Derby, and “Happy Hour Hop” at the Arcadia Par 3 Golf Course.
Kevin Mak, an Arcadia resident, appeared to address parking issues at City Hall; he indicated that on certain City Council meeting nights, parking can be limited when soccer games are also taking place at the adjacent field; and he provided suggestions to help alleviate this situation.
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In response to Mr. Mak’s comments, City Manager Lazzaretto stated that the City has a long-term plan to expand parking at City Hall by increasing parking spaces around the building; and he noted that staff continues to explore all options to best manage parking at City Hall.
10. REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK (including reports from the City Council related to meetings attended at City expense [AB 1234]).
Council Member Cao reported that he had met with Reynold Hoover, Chief Executive Officer of the LA28 Organizing Committee, as part of his advocacy efforts on behalf of the City; he expressed gratitude for the City being assigned the equestrian events for the 2028 Olympic Games and requested City Council support to place an item on a future agenda to discuss the formation of an LA28 Olympics Ad-Hoc Committee; Mayor Pro Tem Wang and Council Member Cheng concurred.
Council Member Fu congratulated Mayor Kwan on her appointment and thanked Council Member Cao for his dedication and hard work during his tenure as Mayor. He reflected on the nature of public service, emphasizing the importance of applying one’s morals and values when serving the community; and he expressed his enthusiasm to serve with Mayor Kwan.
Council Member Cheng commended Council Member Cao for his hard work during his tenure as Mayor; he congratulated Mayor Kwan on her appointment and expressed his appreciation to Mayor Pro Tem Wang for her continued commitment to the community.
Mayor Pro Tem Wang also congratulated Mayor Kwan on her appointment and expressed her gratitude to Council Member Cao for his service as Mayor. She thanked those who have supported her throughout her tenure on the City Council, as well as those in attendance; and she addressed remarks made by Ms. Wu during Public Comment at City Council Meetings.
Mayor Kwan thanked City staff and residents for their continued support and dedication to the community; she expressed her commitment to serving Arcadia’s constituents in her capacity as Mayor and thanked everyone for making the evening memorable.
11. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Regular Meeting Minutes of April 1, 2025.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Approve
b. Ordinance No. 2401 related to Text Amendment No. TA 24-01 amending various sections of Article IX, Chapter 1 (Development Code) of the Arcadia Municipal Code pertaining to Accessory Dwelling Units, the Residential Flex Overlay, and other minor text amendments and cleanups with a categorical exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”).
CEQA: Exempt
Recommended Action: Adopt
c. Ordinance No. 2402 related to Text Amendment No. TA 25-01 adding a new Section 9103.16 to Article IX, Chapter 1 (Development Code) of the Arcadia Municipal Code pertaining to an Inclusionary Housing Ordinance and associated In-Lieu Development Fee.
CEQA: Exempt
Recommended Action: Adopt
5 04-15-2025 d. Ordinance No. 2404 amending the Arcadia Municipal Code by adding a Part 10 to Chapter 2 of Article II (Administration Code) to establish the Arcadia Health Commission.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Introduce
e. Resolution No. 7622 amending Resolution No. 7598 establishing compensation and related benefits for City Council, Executive Management, Management, and Unrepresented Confidential Employees for July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027 (Human Resources Associate).
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Adopt
f. Resolution No. 7624 authorizing submittal of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Transportation Development Act – Article 4 Claim Forms to receive capital and operating funds for Arcadia Transit.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Adopt
g. Resolution No. 7626 terminating the Proclamation of Local Emergency regarding the January 2025 Windstorm and Eaton Fire.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Adopt
h. Agreement with AdminSure, Inc. for Workers’ Compensation Third-Party Claims Administration Services in the amount of $582,312 for a five-year period, from July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2030.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Approve
i. Extension to the Professional Services Agreement with Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse for Homeless Case Management/Housing Navigation Services in an amount not to exceed $280,035.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Approve
j. Change Order to the Contract with General Pump Company, Inc. for the removal and replacement of the Baldwin Booster Pump D Project in the amount of $23,039.65.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Approve
k. Change Order to increase the Purchase Order with Wittman Enterprises, LLC for Ambulance Billing and Collection Services in the amount of $71,000.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Approve
l. Reject all bids received for the Downtown Lighting Improvement Project and direct staff to re-bid the Project.
CEQA: Not a Project
Recommended Action: Approve
It was moved by Council Member Cao, seconded by Council Member Fu, and carried on a roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Items 11.a through 11.l.
6 04-15-2025 AYES: Cao, Fu, Cheng, Wang, and Kwan
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
12. ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned at 9:39 p.m. to Tuesday, May 6, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Conference Room.
Linda Rodriguez
City Clerk