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CITY OF AZUSA

MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL, THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY

TO THE FORMER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY,

THE PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY

REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, JUNE 16, 2025

The City Council of the City of Azusa met in Closed and Regular session at Azusa Auditorium at 213 E.

Foothill Blvd., Azusa, CA 91702.

Mayor Gonzales called the meeting to order at 6:30 P.M.

ROLL CALL: Roll call was taken by City Clerk Cornejo.

PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, ALVAREZ, AVILA, MENDEZ, BOW ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE

ALSO PRESENT

Elected Officials: City Clerk Cornejo

Staff Members: City Manager Gonzalez, Director of Administrative Services Johnson, Deputy City Manager De Anda-Scaia, City Attorney Martinez

PUBLIC COMMENT - None

CLOSED SESSION

The City Council recessed to closed session at 6:31 p.m. to discuss the following items:

1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS – Pursuant to California Government Code, Section 54957.6
City Negotiator: Sergio Gonzalez, City Manager, Talika M. Johnson, Director of Administrative Services and Nico De Anda-Scaia, Deputy City Manager
Organizations: IBEW (International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers - Local 18), APMA (Azusa Police Management Association), and APEA (Azusa Police Executive Association).

2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE – Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957

REGULAR SESSION

Mayor Gonzales called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M.

ROLL CALL: Roll call was taken by City Clerk Cornejo.

PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, ALVAREZ, AVILA, MENDEZ, BOW ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE

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ALSO PRESENT

Elected Officials: City Clerk Cornejo

Staff Members : City Manager Gonzalez, City Attorney Martinez, Deputy City Manager DeAnda -Scaia, Director of Administrative Services Johnson, Chief of Police Wenrick, Administrative Seargent Beaver , Director of Community Resources Carpenter, Economic & Community Development Director Jimenez, City Clerk Services Manager Juarez, Environmental Programs Specialist Sagun, Economic and Community Development Director Jimenez, Budget Administrator Lam, Library Services Manager Hassen, Director of Public Works Delgadillo, Environmental Programs Manager Reid, Utilities Administrative and Financial Services Manager Smith, Assistant Director of Utilities - Costumer Care & Solutions Homes , Assistant Director – Resource Management Torres, General Manager of Utilities Singh.

The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ms. Laura Nawaya.

The Invocation was led by Adrian Greer, Foothill Community Church.

CLOSED SESSION

City Attorney Martinez announced the following regarding C losed Session: All members were present; t he City Council heard a presentation from its negotiating tea m, provided direction; and there was no reportable action.

CEREMONIAL

1. Presentation of Proclamation proclaiming the Month of June 2025 as LGBTQ+ Pride Month in the City of Azusa

Mayor Gonzales presented the proclamation in honor of LGBTQ+ Pride Month.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION

Bruce Monroe addressed Item D -3, expressing his support of the motive for the ban; and suggested that the ban be regulated by age and speed of the bike.

The following individuals expressed concern regarding the absence of spay/neuter and microchipping requirements in Azusa ; noted the high number of offspring a single animal can produce ; emphasized that increased intake at shelters often results in animals being euthanized; and urged the Council to consider mandating spaying, neutering, and microchipping of pets : Tom Kiesche, Veronica M enjivar, Robert Arnold, and Alex Charlier.

Ernesto Macias, Vice President of Tree Service Kings, expressed concern regarding the outcome of the recent Citywide Tree Maintenance C ontract bid process ; stated that rejecting all bids created an unbalanced outcome; requested that the Council direct Staff to review all submitted bids for responsiveness; and asked the Council to reconsider their decision.

REPORTS, UPDATES, AND ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM STAFF/COUNCIL

1.City Manager Communications

City Manager Gonzalez announced that Staff requested to pull Item E -5 from the agenda to address housekeeping items and defer action until it is brought back to Council; and reminded the Council that July 21st will be the first and only meeting in July and will feature the annual Al Fresco event in the courtyard.

2.‘Pet of the Month’ Presentation by Los Angeles County Animal Care & Control.

Officer Arrighi –Bracci from the Los Angeles County Animal Care & Control Office introduced Socks, a seven-month-old Labrador/Pitbull mix at the Baldwin Park Animal Care Shelter ; and provided background information on the animal and announced that he is ready for adoption.

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3. Azusa Chamber of Commerce Presentation

Jenny Bolivar, Executive Director of the Azusa Chamber of Commerce, recognized the 18 newly appointed Board Members following a year of dormancy; noted that the Chamber is now active and in good standing; announced four upcoming signature events: Wine Walk, Taste of the Town, Installation and Awards Ceremony, and the Holiday for Heroes Luncheon; also announced a Chamber membership drive and community relaunch event scheduled for Thursday, July 17, at the Azusa Greens Golf Course.

4. Councilmember Announcements.

Mayor Pro Tem Alvarez announced upcoming Library summer events ; shared the line up for the 2025 Summer Concert Series at Memorial Park ; shared that he attended the 102nd birthday celebration of resident Elsie Contreras; and offered condolences to Officer Mario Gutierrez on the passing of his father.

Councilmember Avila reported on upcoming Library events; thanked attendees of the Flag Retirement Ceremony; and thanked VFW 8070, American Legion 180, and the Southland Young Marines, for assisting with the proper retirement of flags.

Councilmember Mendez congratulated the new Chamber of Commerce; reported attending the 100- year anniversary of Slauson Pool event over the weekend ; and announced that he attended the 102nd birthday celebration for resident Elsie Contreras.

Councilmember Bow announced the upcoming Electronic Waste Drop- Off on June 21 at the Public Works Yard; reported attending her first Flag Retirement Ceremony ; and shared that she attended both the birthday celebration for Elsie Contreras and the Splash into Summer event celebrating 100 years of Slauson Pool.

Mayor Gonzales thanked Community Resources Staff for their work on the Splash into Summer event ; and reminded the community that illegal fireworks are prohibited, with fines beginning at $1,000.

SCHEDULED ITEMS

1. PUBLIC HEARING - DELINQUENT TRASH COLLECTION FEES

Environmental Program Specialist Sagun requested Council ’s approval of a list of delinquent accounts to be placed on special assessment and included in the Los Angeles County Assessor’s property tax roll for Fiscal Year 2025–2026; provided a reminder of the ordinance with Athens Services, which includes provisions for collecting delinquent accounts through the tax roll ; and noted that this is the third year the City has held a public hearing on the matter.

Sagun explained that three notices were sent to residents ; 274 accounts were notified and as of the hearing date, the number of outstanding accounts had reduced to 105; explained that the unpaid collection fees total $75,875, which includes administrative costs ; and announced that a dministrative fees will be reimbursed to the City to cover expenses associated with administering the ordinance and facilitating delinquent payments to Athens Services.

Council expressed concerns regarding the notices sent to residents, noting that only one of the three appeared to have been received . Director of Government Affairs for Athens Services Amaya assured the Council that notices were distributed in February, April, and May.

Mayor Gonzales opened the Public Hearing.

City Clerk Cornejo certified the publication of the Public Hearing in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune on June 3, 2025. There being no one wishing to address the council on this issue, Mayor Gonzales asked for a motion to close the public hearing.

Moved by Councilmember Mendez, seconded by Councilmember Alvarez and carried unanimously by the following roll call vote of the Council to close the Public Hearing,

AYES: GONZALES, ALVAREZ, AVILA, MENDEZ, BOW
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

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Moved by Councilmember Mendez and seconded by Councilmember Avila and carried by unanimous vote of the Council to: Adopt Resolution No. 2025- C30 approving the list of delinquent accounts to be placed on special assessment for inclusion to the property tax roll by the Los Angeles County Assessor on the FY 2025- 2026 tax bill; and authorize the Director of Administrative Services, or her designee, to turn over to the Los Angeles County Assessor the delinquent account list after the adoption of Resolution No. 2025-C30.

AYES: GONZALES, ALVAREZ, AVILA, MENDEZ, BOW
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

Total Cost: N/A Is the Cost of this item budgeted? N/A Fund/Account No: N/A

2. ADOPTION OF FISCAL YEARS 2025- 26 AND 2026-27 BIENNIAL BUDGET (ENDING JUNE 30, 2027) FOR CITY, UTILITIES, PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY, AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY

OPERATING AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN AND REAFFIRM GENERAL FUND RESERVE POLICY
City Manager Gonzalez thanked S taff for their hard work on the budget ; reflected on Council’s vision and goals; emphasized the importance of improving City facilities, recreation programs, the Senior Center, and streets, while also highlighting the City’s commitment to public safety and the P olice Department’s fleet lease program.

Director of Administrative Services Johnson provided an overview of the B iennial Operating and C apital Improvement Budget; highlighted the City’s budget strategy, noting that the budget is developed by evaluating revenues, essential costs, community priorities, and overall fiscal capacity; and explained that the guiding principles include responsible spending, maintaining service quality, and ensuring long- term fiscal stability.

Johnson also presented an E conomic Overview, addressing key challenges such as rising labor costs and inflation in capital projects ; and emphasized the City’s focus on preserving core services and aligning resources with the Council’s strategic goals.

The General Fund budget, which serves as the City’s primary funding source for public safety and general administration was pr esented with Revenues for FY 2025–2026 were projected at $73 million, and $75.8 million for FY 2026–2027; Expenditures were projected at $72.5 million for FY 2025–2026 and $75.4 million for FY 2026–2027, both representing balanced budgets ; anticipated revenue growth such as increases in property tax due to higher property values ; and FY 2025–2026 will be the first year the City begins to see revenue from Measure ZZ; departmental General Fund budgets remain flat, with increases primarily reflecting labor negotiations and higher Citywide insurance premiums ; noted that staff continues to seek grant opportunities to help offset costs associated with the ARC ; and explained that the City has adopted a General Fund Policy requiring annual review, and any use of General Fund reserves must be approved by Council.

Johnson reviewed the Reserve Policy, recommending that the City Council reaffirm the current policy without changes and continue setting aside $3.5 million annually; reported that General Fund balances are projected to be just under $42 million for FY 2025–2026 and just over $42 million for FY 2026–2027; u ndesignated reserves are estimated at $4.5 million by the end of 2026 and $3.7 million by the end of 2027; and gave an overview of , Citywide proposed revenues, detailed capital outlays, Personnel FTE summary, and departmental proposals for new full-time positions and reclassifications.

Director of Administrative Services Johnson concluded the presentation with a review of the Five-Year Capital Improvement Program ; noting $94 million in projects, including the Farmers Market, Downtown Streetscape, and the San Gabriel two -way conversion; highlighted planned improvements across all departments; and emphasized that all budgets are balanced with strong excess reserves, and requested Council approval and adoption of the two-year budget.

Council raised questions regarding the estimated amount of the Capital Improvement Program, totaling $93,775,265; expressed concern about the allocated funds for the Farmers Market project, which has not yet in fruition ; and inquired whether the Chamber of Commerce could play a role in launching the Farmers Market.

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Staff explained that CIP estimates are primarily developed by the Public Works Department and are based on the best available cost projections for goods and construction at the time ; further noted that the $400,000 budgeted for the Farmers Market was authorized as part of a resolution that allows the funds to roll over if necessary; and explained that the Farmers Market concept will be operated through the City Manager’s Office in coordination with Community Resources.

Moved by Councilmember Mendez, seconded by Councilmember Bow, and carried unanimously by the following vote of the Council to 1) Adopt Resolution 2025-C31, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Azusa adopting Year Two (fiscal year ending June 30, 2027) of the biennial budget and approving appropriations for the City of Azusa for the Fiscal Years commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2027; and
2) Adopt Resolution No. 2025- C32, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Azusa reaffirming the General Fund Reserve Policy and funding levels previously adopted June 17, 2024.

AYES: GONZALES, ALVAREZ, AVILA, MENDEZ, BOW
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

Moved by Councilmember Mendez, seconded by Councilmember Bow, and carried unanimously by the following roll call vote of the Council to 1) Adopt Resolution 2025-UB04, A Resolution of the Utility Board of the City of Azusa adopting Year Two (fiscal year ending June 30, 2027) of the biennial budget and approving appropriations for Utilities for the Fiscal Years commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2027; and
2)Adopt Resolution 2025- P01, A Resolution of the Azusa Public Financing Authority of the City of Azusa adopting Year Two (fiscal year ending June 30, 2027) the biennial budget and approving appropriations for the City of Azusa for the Fiscal Years commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2027; and
3) Adopt Resolution 2025- R08, A Resolution of the Successor Agency for the Former Redevelopment Agency of the City of Azusa adopting Year Two (fiscal year ending June 30, 2027) of the biennial budget and approving appropriations for the City of Azusa for the Fiscal Years commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2027.

AYES: GONZALES, ALVAREZ, AVILA, MENDEZ, BOW
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

3. FIRST READING - ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 46 -321 AND 50- 2 OF THE AZUSA

MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROHIBIT THE USE OF E -BIKES AND MOTORIZED SCOOTERS IN PARKS,

SIDEWALKS AND CITY RECREATIONAL AND GOVERNMENTAL FACILITIES Director of Community Resources , Carpenter presented the proposed ordinance prohibiting E -bikes and motorized scooters in all City parks, sidewalks, and public facilities, and restricting human- powered bicycles in parks unless signage permits use ; noted that bicycles remain permitted on sidewalks except in front of churches, businesses, and shopping centers under existing regulations, and recommended waiving further reading of the ordinance.

The Council requested clarification on the distinction between sidewalks and walking paths, inquired about possible age provisions, and expressed concern regarding safe areas for children to ride bicycles ; and discussed whether provisions could be made for human-powered bicycles rather than an outright prohibition.

Staff clarified that sidewalks and walking paths are not clearly distinguishable under current regulations ; explained that bicycles are prohibited in parks unless signage allows otherwise ; noted that the prohibition would also apply to walking paths and roadways without signage ; indicated that adding age provisions would be difficult, emphasized the importance of consistent regulations for liability purposes ; and highlighted that the City offers Bike Rodeos to promote bicycle safety. Discussion ensued regarding the possibility of further provisions.

Moved by Councilmember Avila, seconded by Councilmember Alvarez, and carried by the following vote to Waive further reading, read by title only and introduce Ordinance No. 2025-04 entitled:

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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, AMENDING SECTION 46 -321 AND 50 -2 OF THE AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROHIBIT THE USE OF E -BIKES AND

MOTORIZED SCOOTERS IN PARKS, SIDEWALKS AND CITY RECREATIONAL AND

GOVERNMENTAL FACILITIES
AYES: GONZALES, ALVAREZ, AVILA, BOW
NOES: MENDEZ
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

Total Cost: N/A Is the Cost of this item budgeted? N/A Fund/Account No: N/A

4. TRANSITION OF PURCHASING/LEASING POLICE VEHICLES TO THE BANCORP FOR

COMPREHENSIVE POLICE FLEET LEASING
Administrative Sergeant, Beaver presented a proposal to transition from purchasing to leasing of police vehicles; outlined the current annual allocations of $506,848 for vehicles and $204,806.30 for radios, totaling $711,654.30; noted that vehicles currently last no more than three years ; proposed moving to a comprehensive fleet leasing model with Bancorp, consolidating patrol, administrative, and detective vehicles into a single contract to provide cost savings and improved fleet management.

Sergeant Beaver reviewed the budget for detective vehicles with no residual value and detailed the proposed process for leasing 30 fully equipped vehicles at $522,884.19 annually; explained that, upon lease expiration, residual value would be credited back to the City’s account for future leases, with an estimated return of $210,000; stated the proposal fits within the FY 2025–2026 adopted budget, locks in pricing for five years, and offers additional operational benefits.

The Council expre ssed concern about the proposed five -year lease term given that current vehicles last only three years and inquired about how residual values were calculated. Staff explained that with 27 vehicles currently serving more than 50 officers on a 24- hour basis, vehicles tend to wear out quickly; further explained that l easing would allow for additional vehicles, reducing individual use and extending lifespan ; and stated that Bancorp provided the residual estimates. There was discussion regarding differences between the City’s current provider, Enterprise, and the proposed provider, Bancorp, as well as warranties and maintenance provisions.

Moved by Councilmember Avila, seconded by Councilmember Bow, and carried by the following vote of the Council to
1) Approve the comprehensive leasing plan with The Bancorp for all patrol, administrative, and detective vehicles; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the agreement, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney, on behalf of the City.

AYES: GONZALES, ALVAREZ, AVILA, BOW
NOES: MENDEZ
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

Total Cost: $522,884.19 Is the cost of this item budgeted? Requested in FY 2025-26 proposed budget Fund/Account No: Assigned upon adoption of FY 2025/26 budget

CONSENT CALENDAR

1.Minutes of the Regular meeting dated April 7,2025 were approved as written.

Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? N/A Fund/Account No: N/A

2.Resolution No. 2025- C33 allowing certain claims and demands and specifying the funds out of which the same are to be paid was adopted.

Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? N/A Fund/Account No: N/A

3.Approve the following personnel action requests in accordance with the City of Azusa Rules of the Civil

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Service System, Azusa Municipal Code, and/or applicable Memorandum of Understanding(s)

New Appointments: J. Sera, A. Hinojos, J. Crutchley, N. Tinoco, S. Rios, M. Plantillas Merit increases: J. Alvarenga – Rodriguez, J. Wu, Y. Carmona, N. Diaz, S. Castellanos, A. Korneff, E.

Estrada, E. Casillas, M. Zepeda, F. Small, G. Hernandez, J. Breitigan, L. Coleman, R. Nodarse Separations: A.Velasquez, Y. Carmona

Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? N/A Fund/Account No: N/A

4.Item pulled for special call

Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? N/A Fund/Account No: N/A

5.Item pulled from the agenda for future consideration.

6.Annual Military Equipment Use Inventory Report was approved; and the AB 481 Military Equipment Use Policy was adopted.

Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? N/A Fund/Account No: N/A

7.A month-to-month contract for Citywide Tree Maintenance Program to West Coast Arborists, Inc per Sec. 2-539 of the City of Azusa Municipal Code was approved; and the City Manager was authorized to execute a month-to-month contract for Tree Maintenance Services, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney, with West Coast Arborists, Inc.

Total Cost: $977,211 Is the Cost of this item budgeted? Yes Fund/Account No: Parks General Fund (acct #10-55-420-000-6493), Public Benefit Fund (acct #24-40-7390- 8266-25/RSTREE-6625), Electric Line Maintenance Fund (acct #33-40-735-930-6493)

8. Resolution No. 2025-C34, approving and adopting the Annual Appropriations Limit for the Fiscal Year 2025-26 in the Amount of $527,778,780 was adopted.

Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? N/A Fund/Account No: N/A

9. The Age-and-Ability-Friendly Azusa Action Plan , as a guiding framework to inform City planning, programs, and partnerships that promote accessibility and livability for residents of all ages and abilities , was adopted; and the inclusion of a Letter of Support into the Action Plan, which is a grant requirement was authorized.

Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? N/A Fund/Account No: N/A

10. A Professional Services Agreement with Coachman Moore & Associates for All in for Azusa Project Management Services, in an amount not to exceed $103,440 was approved; and the City Manager was authorized to execute the agreement , in a form acceptable to the City Attorney, on behalf of the City, subject to non-substantive changes made by the City Manager and the City Attorney.

Total Cost: $103,440 Is the cost of this item budgeted? Yes Fund/Account No: $49,960 28-25-410-151 and the Family Services budget $53,480 10-25-543-100

11. A contract was awarded to Corral Construction for a not -to-exceed amount of $136,554, which includes a 10% contingency for potential change orders as needed; and the City Manager was authorized to execute the contract, including non-substantive changes, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney, on behalf of the City.

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Total Cost: $136,554 Is the cost of this item budgeted? Yes Fund/Account No: 10-80-000-410-7125/41023B-7125

12. A Professional Services Agreement, in an amount -not-to-exceed $70,000, with Bakers Man Productions, for On Call Video Production/Graphic Design/Printing/AV Services was approved; and the City Manager was authorized to execute the Agreement, subject to non -substantive changes, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney, on behalf of the City.

Total Cost: $70,000 Is the cost of this item budgeted? Yes Fund/Account No: Various

13. The issuance of Blanket Purchase Orders exceeding $50,000 as detailed on the attached schedule and in accordance with Azusa Municipal Codes Sec. 2-518 – Contracts part (a) was approved.

Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? N/A Fund/Account No: N/A

14. Purchase Orders issued with contract agreement executed by the City Manager were received and filed.

Total Cost: $325,397.17 Is the cost of this item budgeted? Yes Fund/Account No: N/A

15. The City Treasurer’s statement of cash and investment balances for the month of March 2025 was received and filed.

Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? N/A Fund/Account No: N/A

16. The First Amendment to the professional services agreement with Badawi & Associates Certified Public Accountants for auditing services , was approved; and the City Manager was authorized to execute the Agreement and any future amendments to the Agreement with Badawi & Associates not to exceed a final term end date of June 30, 2027, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney, on behalf of the City; and an increase to Badawi & Associates Certified Public Accountants Fiscal Year 2024 -25 purchase order from $66,865 to $75,865 for the addition of auditing services required for Measure W funding was authorized.

Total Cost: $9,000 Is the cost of this item budgeted? NO Fund/Account No: Fund 20/Measure W

Moved by Councilmember Avila, seconded by Councilmember Bow and carried by the following vote of the Council, to approve Consent Calendar Items E-1-E-3 and Items E-6-E-16, with the exception of Item E-4 which was handled under Special Call , and Item E -5 which was pulled from the agenda for future consideration.

AYES: GONZALES, ALVAREZ, AVILA, MENDEZ, BOW
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

CONSENT CALENDAR- SPECIAL CALL:

4. REQUEST TO INCREASE FISCAL YEAR 2024/25 BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER FOR BEST

BEST & KRIEGER, LLP

The Council expressed concerns regarding the significant increase in purchase orders for the firm.

Staff clarified that the expense originated from the Police Department for legal services outside the scope of the general retainer, specifically related to public records requests ; noted that the attorney previously assigned to the Police Department is no longer serving the City, and the firm has assumed those responsibilities.

Council discussed upcoming evaluations and suggested issuing an RFQ for attorney services at a future meeting.

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Moved by Mayor Gonzales and seconded by Councilmember Mendez and carried by the following vote of the Council to approve an increase to the Best, Best & Krieger, LLP Blanket Purchase Order #041898 for Fiscal Year 2024/25 to a not-to-exceed amount of $50,000.

AYES: GONZALES, ALVAREZ, AVILA, MENDEZ, BOW
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? Yes Fund/Account No: 10-20-310-000-6301

F. SECOND READING ORDINANCES

1. SECOND READING - CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO EXTEND THE

EXPIRATION DATE OF THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN AZUSA PACIFIC

UNIVERSITY (APU) AND THE CITY OF AZUSA (CITY) FOR DEVELOPMENT ON THE CAMPUS OF

AZUSA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY

Moved by Councilmember Mendez and seconded by Council member Bow to 1) Waive Second reading, read by title only and introduce Ordinance No. 2025- 03: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF AZUSA, CALIFORNIA APPROVING AND ADOPTING AN AMENDMENT TO THE

DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF AZUSA AND AZUSA PACIFIC UNIVERSITY; and 2) Find that the request to extend the term of the Development Agreement is in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15164, which allows for the preparation of an addendum to a previously certified Environmental Impact Report (EIR) when only minor changes or additions are necessary, and no substantial changes have occurred that would require preparation of a subsequent EIR.

AYES: GONZALES, ALVAREZ, AVILA, MENDEZ, BOW
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

H. ADJOURNMENT

Mayor Pro Tem requested that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Mario Gutierrez, Sr.

TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 10.03 P.M.

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CITY CLERK

UPCOMING MEETINGS:

July 21, 2025, 6:30 p.m. Closed Session, 7:30 p.m. Regular Meeting August 18, 2025, 6:30 p.m. Closed Session, 7:30 p.m. Regular Meeting

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