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 March 22, 2023
6:00 P.M. Closed Session
7:00 P.M. Regular Meeting
Location: Bell Community Center, 6250 Pine Avenue, Bell CA 90201
MEETING WILL BE HELD IN -PERSON AT THE BELL COMMUNITY CENTER PUBLIC COMMENT: If you wish to make a comment on items listed on the agenda, you may attend the meeting in -person at Bell Community Center. Please complete a Request to Speak Card available in the location and wait until the mayor calls you to approach the podium. Please clearly state your name and address and proceed to make your comments.
You may also submit input electronically through a temporary public comment email established for City of Bell City Council meetings at [email protected]. Your written comment must be submitted by 4pm on Wednesday, March 22, 2023. 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).
The meeting will be recorded and live streamed on the City's website at http://wvvw.citvofbell.ora/?NavID=101 Mayor Arroyo called the meeting to order at 6:05 p.m.
Roll Call of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Quintana, Romero, Saleh, Gallardo and Arroyo
PRESENT: Councilmembers Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo, and Mayor Arroyo ABSENT: Councilmember Quintana
*Councilmember Quintana arrived at 6:21 p.m.
Staff Present: City Manager Michael L. Antwine II, City Attorney Dave Aleshire, and Community Development Director Manuel Acosta.
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
Closed Session
The City Council and the related Authorities and Agencies will recess to closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding the following matters:
a) Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Government Code Section 54957 (b)) Title: City Manager
b) CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS- Government Code Section 54957.6, Agency designated representatives: City Manager Michael L. Antwine, and City Attorney Minutes of the
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Employee Organization: All Unpresented Employees and At -will Management Group c) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: 6400 Atlantic Avenue, Bell CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael Antwine (City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined
Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
Mayor Arroyo reconvened the regular meeting at 7:08 p.m.
Roll Call of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Quintana, Romero, Saleh, Gallardo and Arroyo
PRESENT: Councilmember Quintana, Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo, and Mayor Arroyo ABSENT: Councilmember Quintana
*Councilmember Quintana arrived at 7:10 p.m.
Also present were the following staff members: City Manager Michael L. Antwine II, Chief of Police Carlos Islas; City Attorney Dave Aleshire; City Engineer BiII Pagett; Deputy City Engineer Rey Alfonso; Community Development Director Manuel Acosta; Assistant Planner Rodrigo Pelayo; Community Service Manager Connie Hurtado ; Community Services Director Janine Adrade; and City Clerk Angela Bustamante.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Romero
City Attorney Report
City Attorney reported out the following from closed session: Item a) a status report was given; no reportable action was taken. Item b) a status report was given; no reportable action was taken.
Item c) a status report was given; no reportable action was taken.
Presentations and Recognitions
a. The Recognition to BeII Police Officers for "10851" Stolen Vehicle Award from the California Highway Patrol was moved to the April 12th City Council meeting. b. Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Adolfo Vargas provided a presentation on the Chamber of Commerce Annual Sela Pride Festival.
Communications from the Public
The following members of the public may address the City Council and related Authorities and Agencies on items that are on the agenda and on non -agenda items that are under the subject matter jurisdiction of City Council and/or its related authorities and agencies: Jesus [DID NOT PROVIDE LAST NAME], Luis Mesa, Carmen Guzman, Ana, Adi Cortez, Nora Saenz, Merli Albizures, Juan Corea, Edwin Gonzales (email) and Edin Enamorado (email).
Mayor and City Council Communications
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 1234, this is the time and place to provide a brief report on meetings, Minutes of the
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seminars and conferences attended by the Mayor and City Councilmembers.
Councilmember Quintana made a comment.
Councilmember Romero made a comment.
Councilmember Saleh made a comment.
Vice -Mayor 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 II shared that the Covid testing center behind the community center would be closing due to the county terminating their agreement, but that the city would share what other options are available. He also stated city staff are available to assist community members and answer any questions pertaining to obtaining street vendor permits. He then introduced the new Community Service Director, Janine Andrade.
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.
1. Consideration of an Ordinance of the City of Bell, California, amending Section 17.16.040 (C)(4) (R-1 Development Standards) and Section 17.20.040 (B)(4) (R-2 Development Standards) of Title 17 (Zoning) of the Bell Municipal Code (BMC), relating to reduced side setbacks for additions to or new construction of a single-family dwelling on lots in the R-1 and R-2 zones that are less than 50 feet wide. (Council)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Determine that the proposed text amendment is exempt from further review under the California Environmental Quality Act (California Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq., "CEQA") and the regulations promulgated there under (14 California Code of Regulations §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines"), because it consists of only minor text revisions and clarifications to existing zoning regulations and procedures related thereto, and will not have the effect of substantially changing regulatory standards or findings required. Therefore, in accordance with CEQA, the proposed text amendment is exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) because the activity is governed by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. In this case, the proposed text amendment will not have a significant effect on the environment; and
2. Read by title only, waive further reading and introduce Ordinance No. 1280 titled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BELL, AMENDING SECTION 17.16.040 (C)(4) (R-1
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS) AND SECTION 17.20.040 (B)(4)
(R-2 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS) OF TITLE 17 (ZONING) OF
THE BELL MUNICIPAL CODE (BMC), RELATING TO REDUCED
SIDE SETBACKS FOR ADDITIONS TO OR NEW
CONSTRUCTION OF SINGLE-FAMILY DWELLINGS IN THE R-1
AND R-2 ZONES ON LOTS THAT ARE LESS THAN 50 FEET
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Community Development Director Manuel Acosta introduced the item.
Associate Planner Rodrigo Pelayo provided a PowerPoint presentation on the item.
A discussion ensued amongst the council and staff.
Mayor Arroyo opened the public hearing.
Public Speakers Opposed
None
Public Speakers in Favor
None.
Public Speakers Neutral
Alex Paredes
Antonio Davila
Mayor Arroyo closed the public hearing.
City Attorney Dave Aleshire read the title of the ordinance.
It was moved by Councilmember Saleh to approve agenda item no. 1, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll CaII: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Councilmembers Quintana, Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo and Mayor Arroyo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Motion Passed.
Business Session
2. City of Bell Membership in The Gateway Cities Affordable Housing Trust, A Joint Powers Authority. (Council)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize the Mayor to execute the Gateway Cities Affordable Housing Trust Joint Powers Authority (JPA) Agreement; and
2. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2023-17 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BELL, APPROVING, AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING CITY
EXECUTION OF THE JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS
AGREEMENT RELATING TO MEMBERSHIP IN THE GATEWAY
CITIES AFFORDABLE HOUSING TRUST
Mayor Arroyo left the meeting at 8:56 p.m.
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Community Development Director Manuel Acosta introduced the item. He then introduced Affordable Housing Consultant for Gateway Cities Council of Governments Grant Heminger who then provided a PowerPoint presentation on the item.
A brief discussion ensued amongst the Council and staff.
City Attorney Dave Aleshire read the title of the resolution.
It was moved by Councilmember Romero to approve agenda item no. 2, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Saleh which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll CaII: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Quintana, Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Mayor Arroyo.
Motion Passed.
3. Appointments of Finance Team Members to Serve on the 2005 Bell Community Housing Authority Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2023-19:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL
APPOINTING FINANCING TEAM MEMBERS IN CONNECTION WITH
THE ISSUANCE OF REFUNDING BONDS TO REFUND THE
CURRENTLY OUTSTANDING BELL COMMUNITY HOUSING
AUTHORITY LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING BONDS, ISSUE OF 2005,
AND AUTHORIZING THE TAKING OF CERTAIN ACTIONS IN
CONNECTION THEREWITH
Mayor Arroyo returned to the meeting at 9:05 p.m.
City Manager Michael L. Antwine II provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion ensued amongst the council and staff.
City Attorney Dave Aleshire read the title of the resolution.
It was moved by Councilmember Saleh to approve agenda item no. 3, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roil CaII: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Councilmembers Quintana, Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo, and Mayor Arroyo.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Motion Passed.
4. Citywide Tree Planting at Various Locations — Construction Award. (City Council) Minutes of the
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Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the following:
1. Award a construction contract in the amount of $143,200 to Green Giant Landscape, Inc. for the Citywide Tree Planting at Various Locations, and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute change orders to the project in a total amount not to exceed $14,320 (ten percent of the bid amount) for any necessary additional work.
Public Works Manager Gabino Luna provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion ensued amongst the Council and staff.
Councilmember Saleh recused himself.
Councilmember Romero recused herself.
It was moved by Councilmember 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: 3-0-0-2
AYES: Councilmember Quintana, Vice -Mayor Gallardo, and Mayor Arroyo.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmembers Romero and Saleh
5. Consideration to Approve the Agreement for Purchase and Sale of Real Property located at 4773-4777 E. Gage Avenue. (City Council)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize the City Manager or his designee to act as the authorized representative to administer the grant received from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District;
2. Authorize the issuance of a purchase order in the amount of $25,000 as a deposit in escrow for the purchase of this Real Property located at 4773-4777 E. Gage Avenue;
3. Approve the Purchase and Sale Agreement (PSA) for Real Property located at 4377- 4777 Gage Ave between the City and 4777 GAGE BELL, LLC; and
4. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2023-18 title:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL
AMENDING THE APPLICATION FOR THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT BY
CHANGING THE AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVE ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY OF BELL TO THE CITY MANAGER OR
HIS DESIGNEE
Acting Community Service Manager Connie Hurtado provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion ensued amongst the Council and staff.
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City Attorney Dave Aleshire read the title of the resolution.
It was moved by Councilmember Quintana to approve agenda item no. 5, as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll CaII: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Councilmembers Quintana, Saleh, Vice Mayor Gallardo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Romero
Motion Passed
6. 2023 City Council Reorganization. (City Council)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council review and discuss the reorganization options and provide direction to staff.
City Manager Michael L. Antwine II provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion ensued amongst the council and staff.
The council gave direction to include the 2023 City Council reorganization on the June 14th, 2023, City Council Meeting.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Gallardo to approve the selected date of June 14, 2023, for the 2023 City Council Reorganization. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Councilmembers Quintana, Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo and Mayor Arroyo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
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 item 7
It was moved by Councilmember Quintana to approve agenda item no. 7. Motion was seconded by Vice -Mayor Gallardo which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Councilmembers Quintana, Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Gallardo and Mayor Arroyo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
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Motion Passed.
7. General Warrants, Successor Agency to the BeII Community Redevelopment Agency and Community Housing Authority Warrants dated March 8, 2023. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Community Housing Authority).
Pending Items — None
Next Regular Meeting, Wednesday, April 12, 2023
Mayor Arroyo adjourned the meeting at 10:03 p.m. in memory of Miguel Caballero.
I, Angela Bustamante, City Clerk of the City of BeII, certify that the foregoing minutes were approved by the City Council of the City of BeII at a regular meeting held on October 11, 2023.
Angela Busta
City Clerk
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Eidencio Gallardo, +favor
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