MINUTES OF THE REGULAR JOINT MEETING OF THE
Bell City Council/Bell Community Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Public Finance Authority November 9, 2022
5:30 P.M. Closed Session
7:00 P.M. Regular Meeting
THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF AB 361 WHICH ALLOWS FOR THE CITY
COUNCIL AND/OR CITY STAFF TO PARTICIPATE VIA TELECONFERENCE On September 16, 2021, Governor Newsom signed AB 361, which modified the Brown Act to allow for teleconferencing participation at local legislative body public meetings during a proclaimed state of emergency. As urgency legislation, this law took effect immediately. Pursuant to Government Code section 54953(e)(1)(8), the City Council is holding its November 9. 2022 meeting via teleconference. To ensure the health and safety of the public by limiting human contact that could spread COVID-19, the Bell Community Center will not be open to the public.
The public is encouraged to view the meeting through the City's website at nttp://wwvv.cityotbelt.orgI7NavID=101
PUBLIC COMMENT: If you wish to make a comment you may provide input electronically through a temporary public comment email established for City of Bell City Council meetings cityclerk(cityofbell.orq. Please indicate in the Subject Line "For Public Comment" and submit your written comment by 4pm on Wednesday, November 9, 2022. Any emails received after the time indicated will not be included in the record. Written Comments will be subject to the three minute time limitation (approximately 350 words)
Public Comment could also be submitted by telephone by calling 1-669-444-9171. To provide a comment on items listed on closed session call no later than 5:30 PM. for the regular session of the agenda, please call no later than 7:00 PM. City staff will be using the Zoom audio communication platform for this meeting. Each speaker is limited to 3 minutes and will be given the opportunity to speak in the order your phone call is received. After you submit your comment, you will be disconnected but will still have access to view the meeting live on the City's website at nttp:// www.cityotbell . orgONavID=101
If participating via Zoom or phone, during the Public Comment Period, use the "raise hand" function on your computer or *9 by phone and wait for the Mayor to announce your name/phone number. When you are prompted, please unmute your line.
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Mayor Arroyo called the meeting to order at 5:39 p.m.
RoII CaII of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Quintana, Romero, Saleh, Gallardo and Arroyo
PRESENT: Councilmembers Quintana*, Romero* Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo, and Mayor Gallardo
*Councilmember Quintana arrived at 5:43 p.m.
*Councilmember Romero arrived at 5:55 p.m.
ABSENT: None
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STAFF PRESENT: Also present were the following staff members: City Manager Michael L.
Antwine, Assistant City Attorney Christy Lopez, Community Development Director Manuel Acosta, and Human Resources and Risk Manager Sergio Ibarra.
Communications from the Public on Closed Session Items
This is the time for members of the public to address the City Council and related Authorities and Agencies only on items that are listed under Closed Session.
None
Mayor Arroyo recessed to closed session at 5:43 p.m.
The City Council and the related Authorities and Agencies will recess to closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding the following matters:
a) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: 4777 Gage Avenue, Bell CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael Antwine (City Manager), and Christy Lopez (Assistant City Attorney)
Negotiating parties: To be Determined
Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
b) CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS- Government Code Section 54957.6, Agency designated representatives: City Manager Michael L. Antwine, Sergio Ibarra (Human Resources & Risk Manager), and Colin Tanner (Contract Deputy City Attorney) Employee Organization: Bell City Employees Association (BCEA) c) CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS- Government Code Section 54957.6, Agency designated representatives: City Manager Michael L. Antwine, Sergio Ibarra (Human Resources & Risk Manager), and Colin Tanner (Contract Deputy City Attorney) Employee Organization: All Unpresented Employees and At -will Management Group d) CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS- Government Code Section 54957.6, Agency designated representatives: City Manager Michael L. Antwine, Sergio Ibarra (Human Resources & Risk Manager), and Colin Tanner (Contract Deputy City Attorney) Employee Organization: BeII Police Officers Association (BPOA) e) CONFERENCE W1TH LABOR NEGOTIATOR Pursuant to Gov. Code Section 54957.6 Agency Negotiator: Michael L. Antwine (City Manager), and Christy Lopez (Assistant City Attorney)
Unrepresented Employee: Chief of Police
Mayor Arroyo called the meeting to order at 7:32 p.m.
Roll CaI1 of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Quintana, Romero, Saleh, Gallardo and Arroyo
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Saleh.
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PRESENT: Councilmember Quintana, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo and Mayor Arroyo ABSENT: Councilmember Romero
City Attorney Report
The City Attomey will report out on any action(s) to be taken by the City Council/Agencies on Closed Session matters.
Assistant City Attorney Chisty Lopez reported that there was no reportable action taken on items A - E.
Presentations and Recognitions
• Proclamation declaring November 2022 as Family Court Awareness Month Mayor Arroyo presented the Proclamation to Sandy Ross, California Protective Parents Association.
Communications from the Public
The following members of the public addressed the City Council and related Authorities and Agencies on items listed on the agenda and non -agenda items: Luis Mesa, Kate De La Torre, Jocelyn Del Rio, Merli Albizures, Member of the public, Francisco Ponce, Rosemary Zayas (email), Amber Rivera (email), Saul Ramirez (email), Sandra Romero (email), Frankie Guerara (email), Cyndi Bendezu (email), Genesys Sanchez (email), Nancy Mesa (email), Jasmine Gonzalez (email), Fatima Carrera (email), and Edwin Gonzalez (email) Mayor and City Council Communications
Pursuant to Assembly BiII 1234, this is the time and place to provide a brief report on meetings, seminars and conferences attended by the Mayor and City Counciimembers.
Councilmember Quintana made a comment.
Councilmember Saleh made a comment.
Vice -Mayor Gallardo made a comment.
Mayor Arroyo made a comment
City Manager Report
In this portion of the agenda, the City Manager will provide a brief report on items of interest to the City Council and/or the community.
City Manager Michael L. Antwine commented on the public's concem for the mobile home parks.
Mr. Antwine stated city staff has passed out flyers inviting the mobile home residents to a community meeting. Additionally, he said the city has not been discussing the sale of the mobile home parks and is only working to enforce the rules.
Additionally, he thanked the Community Service Department for their work on the Halloween Carnival and announced upcoming events, the veteran's ceremony and the Bell Chamber of Minutes of the Meeting of the
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Commerce's Turkey Give Away.
Public Hearing(s)
The following item has been posted as a Public Hearing as required by law. The Mayor will open the Public Hearing(s) to receive public testimony only on the item(s) listed under this section.
PUBLIC TESTIMONY can be provided electronically through a temporary public comment email established for City of Bell City Council meetings cityclerk@cityofbelIorg. Please indicate in the Subject Line "Public Hearing" and submit your written comment by 4pm on Wednesday, November 9, 2022. Any emails received after the time indicated will not be included in the record. Written Comments will be subject to the three minute time limitation (approximately 350 words).
Public Testimony could also be submitted by telephone by calling 1-669-444-9171 and entering the following Meeting ID: 832 2835 9568 Password: 072798
1. Second reading of an ordinance amending the City of Bell Municipal Code by modifying Title 15 to adopt by reference Title 24, the 2022 California Building Standards Codes (City Council) Recommendation: !t is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Ordinance 1274 titled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BELL CITY COUNCIL AMENDING
THE CITY OF BELL MUNICIPAL CODE BY MODIFYING TITLE 15
BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION THEREOF AND ADOPTING BY
REFERENCE THE 2022 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, 2022
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2022 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, 2022 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, 2022 CALIFORNIA
PLUMBING CODE, AND 2022 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING
CODE WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS
THERETO
Community Development Director Manuel Acosta provided a report on the item.
Mayor Arroyo opened the public hearing.
Public Speakers Opposed
None
Public Speakers in Favor
None
Public Speakers Neutral
None
Mayor Arroyo closed the public hearing.
A discussion ensued amongst the staff and council.
Assistant City Attorney Christy Lopez read the title of the ordinance.
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It was moved by Vice -Mayor Gallardo to approve agenda item no. 1, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Saleh which carried with the following roll call vote:
RoII Cali: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmember Quintana, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo, and Mayor Arroyo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Romero
Motion Passed
Business Session
2. Appointment to the Eco-Rapid Transit Committee. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2022-71 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL
APPROVING THE MAYOR'S APPOINTMENTS TO THE ECO-
RAPID TRANSIT BOARD
City Clerk Angela Bustamante provided a report on the item.
Mayor Arroyo appointed Jesus Casas to the Eco-Rapid Transit Board.
Assistant City Attorney Christy Lopez read the title of the resolution.
It was moved by Vice -Mayor Gallardo to approve agenda item no. 2, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Saleh which carried with the following roll call vote:
RoII Call: 4-1-0-0
AYES: Councilmember Quintana, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo, and Mayor Arroyo.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Romero
Motion Passed
3. Authorize the Police Chief to accept and administer the Office of Traffic Safety (OTS), Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Grant to reduce the number of traffic fatalities and injuries. (City Council)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council ready by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2022-77 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BELL AUTHORIZING AN INTER -FUND ADVANCEMENT, IN
THE AMOUNT OF $85,000 FROM THE GENERAL FUND
UNRESTRICTED FUND BALANCE TO THE POLICE
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DEPARTMENT'S OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY FUND
ACCOUNT FOR THE PURPOSE OF PROVIDING OVERTIME
TO REDUCE TRAFFIC COLLISIONS YEAR 2022-2023
BUDGET AMENDMENT
Chief of Police Carlos Islas provided a report on the item.
A discussion ensued amongst the staff and council.
Councilmember Saleh noted the Resolution did not have any language stating the $85,000 would be returned to the general fund.
City Manager Michael L. Antwine recommended the Resolution be revised to include language stating the general fund advance be repaid with the OTS grant funds.
Assistant City Attorney Christy Lopez read the title of the resolution including council and staff's revision.
It was moved by Councilmember Quintana to approve agenda item no. 3 with City Manager Michael L. Antwine's requested revisions. Motion was seconded by Vice -Mayor Gallardo which carried with the following roll call vote:
RoII Cali: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmember Quintana, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo, and Mayor Arroyo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Romero
Motion Passed
4. Consideration of a Resolution Approving a Budget Amendment to Transfer Funds from the General Fund Reserves to the City Clerk's Election Budget In order to Pay the County of Los Angeles Registrar Recorder's Office Election Division for Services Provided During the June 7, 2022 General Municipal Election. (City Council)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council ready by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2022-78 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL
APPROVING A FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 BUDGET AMENDMENT
TO TRANSFER $62,082.16 FROM THE GENERAL FUND
RESERVES TO THE CITY CLERK'S ELECTION EXPENDITURE
ACCOUNT 001-50-0000-000-6440
City Clerk Angela Bustamante provided a report on the item.
Discussion ensued amongst staff and council.
Councilmember Saleh requested the city budget $60,000 - $65, 000 for future elections.
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City Attorney Christy Lopez read the title of the resolution.
It was moved by Councitmember Quintana to approve agenda item no. 4, as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Vice -Mayor Gallardo which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmember Quintana, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo, and Mayor Arroyo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Romero
Motion Passed
5. Consideration to Approve an Agreement with Bell Properties, Inc. for three (3) years to provide Property Management Services for all Bell Community Housing Authority (BCHA) properties. (Bell Community Housing Authority)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the Chair and Members of the Board approve an Agreement with Bell Properties, Inc. for Property Management Services for three (3) years.
Contracts and Facilities Manager Javier Ochiqui provided a report on the item.
City Manager Michael L Antwine II provided additional information on the item.
Bryan Labow, Broker Owner of Bell Properties introduced himself.
Discussion ensued amongst staff and council.
It was moved by Councilmember Saleh to approve agenda item no. 5, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Vice -Mayor Gallardo which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmember Quintana, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo, and Mayor Arroyo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Romero
Motion Passed
Consent Calendar
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non -controversial. They are acted upon by the City Council and related authorities at one time without discussion. The reading of the full text of ordinances and resolutions will be waived unless a Councilmember requests otherwise.
Recommendation: Approve agenda items 6 through 11.
It was moved by Councilmember Quintana to approve agenda items 6-11. Motion was seconded by Vice -Mayor Gallardo which carried with the following roll call vote:
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RoII CaII: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmember Quintana, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo and Mayor Arroyo.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Romero
Motion Passed.
6. It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1275 titled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BELL CITY COUNCIL
AMENDING THE CITY OF BELL MUNICIPAL CODE BY
MODIFYING CHAPTER 15.38 PRE -SALE INSPECTION OF
BUILDINGS AND PROPERTY OF TITLE 15 BUILDINGS AND
CONSTRUCTION WITH CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS,
AND DELETIONS THERETO
7. It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1276 titled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BELL CITY COUNCIL AMENDING
THE CITY OF BELL MUNICIPAL CODE BY/ADDING A NEW CHAPTER
15.40 EXPEDITED ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATION
PERMITTING TO TITLE 15 BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION WITH
CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS, AND DELETIONS THERETO
8. General Warrants, Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency and Community Housing Authority Warrants dated November 9, 2022. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Community Housing Authority).
9. It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2022-73 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO CONTINUE UTILIZING
TELECONFERENCING FOR PUBLIC MEETINGS PURSUANT
TO ASSEMBLY BILL 361 (STATS. 2021, CH. 165)
10. It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waiver further reading, and adopt the following resolutions:
a. Resolution No. 2022-74 (a) titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL
CALIFORNIA, DECLARING CERTAIN EMPLOYEE
CLASSIFICATIONS AS EXCLUDED FROM THE CIVIL SERVICE
SYSTEM DESIGNATING SUCH CLASSIFICATIONS TO BE
UNREPRESENTED AND AT -WILL PURSUANT TO BELL
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MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 2.84.030(B) AND RESCINDING
RESOLUTION NO. 2020-65
b. Resolution No. 2022-75 (b) titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL,
CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING AND CONFIRMING EXISTING UNITS
FOR CERTAIN REPRESENTED FULL-TIME AND PART-TIME
OFFICERS AND EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY, AND RESCINDING
RESOLUTION NO. 2021-42
c. Resolution No. 2022-76 (c) titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL,
CALIFORNIA, IDENTIFYING EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATIONS,
COMPENSATION LEVELS, AND SALARY RANGES, AND
RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2022-25
11. Minutes for the Regular City Council Meetings of September 14 and 28, 2022. (City Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency) Pending Items — None
November 23, 2022 Meeting Cancelled
Next Regular Meeting, Wednesday, December 14, 2022 (In -Person) Mayor Arroyo adjourned the meeting at 9:10 in memory of Phillip Hawking the Central Basin Director.
I, Angela Bustamante, City Clerk of the City of Bell, certify that the foregoing minutes were approved by the City Council of the City of Bell at a regular meeting held on February 28, 2024.
Angela Bus'- mante
City Clerk
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Fidencio Gal*cL , Mayor
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