MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR JOINT MEETING OF THE
BeII City Council/Bell Community Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/BeII Public Finance Authority July 26, 2023
5:00 P.M. Closed Session Meeting
7:00 P.M. Regular Meeting
Location: BeII Community Center, 6250 Pine Avenue, BeII 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 BeII 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 BeII City Council meetings at cityclerkCa citvohell.orct. Your written comment must be submitted by 4pm on Wednesday, July 26, 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:lfwww. cityoroei I. orgf'' Nav l u= 1 u
Mayor Gallardo called the meeting to order at 5:09 p.m.
Roll CaII of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Arroyo, Romero, Saleh, Quintana, Gallardo
PRESENT: Councilmembers Romero, Vice -Mayor Quintana, and Mayor Gallardo ABSENT: Councilmembers Arroyo and *Saleh
*Councilmember Saleh arrived at 5:15 p.m.
Staff Present: City Manager Michael L. Antwine II, City Attorney Dave Aleshire, Human Resources and Risk Manager Sergio Ibarra, and Manuel Acosta.
City Attorney Dave Aleshire requested to add the following two closed session items to the agenda:
e) Potential Initiation Litigation —1 case
f) Exposure Litigation —1 case
It was moved by Councilmember Romero to add the requested closed session items. Motion was seconded by Vice -Mayor Quintana which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll CaII: 3-0-0-2
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Vice -Mayor Quintana, Mayor Gallardo.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
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ABSENT: Councilmember Arroyo, and Councilmember Saleh
Motion Passed.
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.
Seeing no speakers, Councilmember Saleh closed the public comment.
City Council recessed to Closed Session at 5:12 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) Public Employee Performance Evaluation (Government Code Section 54957 (b)) Title: City Manager
b) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: 5390 Rickenbacker Road, 6717 Atlantic Ave., 4825 Florence Ave., 4612 Gage Ave., and 5143 Gage Ave., Bell CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney)
Negotiating parties: To be Determined
c) Conference with Legal Counsel — Existing Litigation, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), Kai Joseph Vs City of Bell, (WCAB # ADJ13684916) d) Conference with Legal Counsel — Existing Litigation, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1), Roy Serrano Vs City of Bell, (WCAB # TBD) Mayor Gallardo reconvened the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:04 p.m.
Roll Call of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Arroyo, Romero, Saleh, Quintana and Gallardo
PRESENT: Councilmembers Romero, Saleh, Mayor Gallardo
ABSENT: Councilmember Arroyo, and Vice Mayor Quintana
*Vice -Mayor Quintana arrived at 7:06 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 Bill Pagett; Deputy City Attorney Rey Alfonso; Community Development Director Manuel Acosta; Contracts and Facilities Manager Javier Ochiqui; Community Services Director Janine Adrade; Public Works Manager Gabino Luna; Human Resources and Risk Manager Sergio Ibarra; and City Clerk Angela Bustamante Minutes of the
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Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayra Alvarado, Bell High School Student.
City Attorney Report
City Attorney Dave Aleshire reported out the following from closed session: Item a) was conducted, no reportable action was taken. A status report on Item b) was given, no reportable action was taken, but directions were given for further negotiations. Items c) and d) were discussed and the Council provided direction for further negotiations.
Additional items (2) were added to the closed session agenda, items were discussed, no reportable action was taken.
Presentations and Recognitions
None.
Communications from the Public
The following members of the public addressed 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: Luis Mesa and Maria Esther Mesa.
Mayor and City Council Communications
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 1234, this is the time and place to provide a brief report on meetings, seminars and conferences attended by the Mayor and City Councilmembers.
Councilmember Saleh made a comment.
Vice -Mayor Quintana made a comment.
Mayor Gallardo 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 recognized the Public Work Department for the improvements made to Biancini Park.
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. Request to Continue the Public Hearing of a Moratorium Prohibiting the Establishment of New (or relocation of) Medical Uses Within the C-3 (Heavy Commercial) Zone to the Next City Council Meeting of August 23, 2023. (Council)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council continue the public hearing to the next regular City Council meeting of August 23, 2023.
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Community Development Director Manuel Acosta requested the item be continued to the August 23, 2023 City Council Meeting.
The item will be brought back on the requested date.
2. Resolution No. 2023-54 Approving the Engineer's Report, Confirming the Assessments and Ordering the Levying of Assessments with No Increase for the Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District for Fiscal Year 2023/2024. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Conduct a Public Hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District Engineer's Report; and
2. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2023-54 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL,
APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT, CONFIRMING THE
DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT, AND ORDERING THE LEVYING OF
ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE CITY OF BELL LANDSCAPE AND
LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
2023/2024
Deputy City Engineer Rey Alfonso provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion ensued amongst staff and council.
Mayor Gallardo opened the public hearing.
Public Comments in Favor
None.
Public Comments Opposed
None.
Public Comments Neutral
None.
Mayor Gallardo Closed the Public Hearing.
City Attorney Dave Aleshire read the title of the resolution.
It was moved by Vice -Mayor Quintana to approve agenda item no. 2, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Saleh which carried with the following roll call vote:
RoII Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Quintana and Mayor Gallardo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Arroyo
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Motion Passed.
3. Resolution No. 2023-55 Approving the Engineer's Report, Confirming the Assessments and Ordering the Levying of Assessments at No Increase for the Sanitary Sewer Maintenance District for Fiscal Year 2023/2024. (Council)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Conduct a Public Hearing regarding the Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Sanitary Sewer Maintenance District Engineer's Report; and
2. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2023-55 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL,
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT,
CONFIRMING THE DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT AND ORDERING
THE LEVYING OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE CITY OF BELL
SANITARY SEWER MAINTENANCE DISTRICT FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR 2023/2024
Deputy City Engineer Rey Alfonso provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion ensued amongst staff and council.
Mayor Gallardo opened the public hearing.
Public Comments in Favor
None.
Public Comments Opposed
None.
Public Comments Neutral
Luis Mesa
Mayor Gallardo Closed the Public Hearing.
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:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Quintana and Mayor Gallardo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Arroyo
Motion Passed.
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Business Session
4. Local Business Tax Solutions Presentation. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file.
Interim Finance Director Rickey Manbahal introduced HDL Director Eric Meyers, who then provided a power point presentation on the item.
A brief discussion ensued amongst staff and council.
The item was received and filed with no objections.
5. Development Impact Fees Nexus Study Presentation. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file.
Interim Finance Director Rickey Manbahal introduced Chris Fisher from Wildan, who then provided a power point presentation on the item.
A brief discussion ensued amongst staff and council.
The item was received and filed with no objections.
6. A Resolution Accepting the Technical Assistance Program Grant in the amount of $285,000 to Fund Pre -Acquisition Costs for New Park Development. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2023-56 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF CITY OF BELL
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER AND THE COMMUNITY
SERVICES DIRECTOR TO ADMINISTER THE TECHNICAL
ASSISTANCE PROGRAM (TAP) FUNDING OF $285,000 WITH THE LOS
ANGELES REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT FOR PRE - ACQUISITION COSTS FOR NEW PARK DEVELOPMENT AT 4773-4777
GAGE AVENUE
Community Service Director Janine Adrade provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion ensued amongst staff and council.
City Attorney Dave Aleshire read the title of the resolution.
It was moved by Vice -Mayor Quintana to approve agenda item no. 6, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Mayor Gallardo which carried with the following roll call vote:
RoII CaII: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Quintana and Mayor Gallardo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
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ABSENT: Councilmember Arroyo
Motion Passed,
Note: The title for Agenda Item No. 7 was corrected in the minutes to read:
7. Consideration to Approve Amendment No. 3 with Tanko Streetlighting, Inc. for Streetlight Maintenance Services.
Recommendation: It is recommended that City Council approve Amendment No. 3 with Tanko Streetlighting, Inc. to increase the total maximum compensation from $290,252.43 to $340, 252.43
7. Conc.Geration to Approve Arnehdment No. 2 with Tan
Maintenance Services. (City Council)
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Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
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1. Approve Amendment No. 2 with Tanko Streetlighting, nc, to increase tie total maximum compensation from $188,608.75 to $290,252A3; ans4
2. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2023 57 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL
AUTHORIZING A FY 2022 2023 BUDGET-AN1ENDMENT TO
TRANSFER $101,643 FROM-T-FHE LIGHTING --A D LAN ' €
DISTRICT FUND RESERVES TO THE LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPE
9IS-TRICT OUTSIDE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES ACCOUNT
Public Works Manager Gabino Luna provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion ensued amongst staff and council.
Resolution 2023-57 was no longer needed and was not read.
It was moved by Councilmember Romero to approve agenda item no. 7, as recommended in the agenda report. Motion was seconded by Vice -Mayor Quintana which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Quintana and Mayor Gallardo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Arroyo
Motion Passed.
8. Cheli Specific Plan — Contract Funding Reallocation. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council fund's reallocation for the Cheli Specific Plan contract with The Arroyo Group.
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Community Development Director Manuel Acosta provided a report on the item.
A brief discussion ensued amongst staff and council.
It was moved by Vice -Mayor Quintana to approve agenda item no. 8, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Quintana and Mayor Gallardo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Arroyo
Motion Passed.
9. Atlantic Avenue Specific Plan — Contract Funding Reallocation. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the funding reallocation for the Atlantic Avenue Specific Plan contract with The Arroyo Group.
Community Development Director Manuel Acosta provided a report on the item.
It was moved by Councilmember Romero to approve agenda item no. 9, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Vice -Mayor Quintana which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Quintana and Mayor Gallardo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Arroyo
Motion Passed.
10. Consideration to Approve Amendment No. 1 With Terra Realty Advisors — Real Estate Services on Outdoor Advertising/Billboard. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Contract Services Amendment No. 1 for Terra Realty Advisors for real estate services for outdoor advertising/digital billboards in an amount not to exceed $45, 000.
Community Development Director Manuel Acosta provided a report on the item.
It was moved by Vice -Mayor Quintana to approve agenda item no. 10, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Quintana and Mayor Gallardo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Arroyo
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Motion Passed.
11. A Resolution Approving and Adopting Employee Classifications, Compensation Levels, and Pay Ranges and Rescinding and Replacing Resolution No. 2022-76. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2023-48 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL,
CALIFORNIA, IDENTIFYING EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATIONS,
COMPENSATION LEVELS, AND PAY RANGES, AND RESCINDING
RESOLUTION NO. 2022-76
Human Resources and Risk Manger Sergio Ibarra provided a report on the item.
City Attorney Dave Aleshire read the title of the resolution.
It was moved by Vice -Mayor Quintana to approve agenda item no. 11, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Quintana and Mayor Gallardo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Arroyo
Motion Passed.
12. Settlement Agreement with Marina Landscape Inc. for the Eastern Ave. Landscape Damages. (City Council)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve:
1. The settlement agreement between the City and Marina Landscape Inc., where Marina Landscape Inc. provides re -planting services (project) AND a credit for plants in the form of payment to the City AND for the City to waive all claims against Marina Landscape Inc.; and
2. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2023-47 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL,
CALIFORNIA APPROVING A SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT WITH
MARINA LANDSCAPE, INC. FOR THE EASTERN AVE. RE -PLANTING
PROJECT
City Manager Michael L. Antwine H requested to pull item no. 12.
Consent Calendar
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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 13 through 17.
It was moved by Vice Mayor Quintana to approve agenda items 13 through 17 except for item no.15 (This item was pulled by Vice -Mayor Quintana). Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Saleh, Vice -Mayor Quintana and Mayor Gallardo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Arroyo
Motion Passed.
13. Received and File the City of BeII Successor Agency Investment Reports as of May 2023. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency)
14. It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2023-58 titled:
A RESOLUTION DETERMINING AND ESTABLISHING AN
APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-24 IN
ACCORDANCE WITH ARTICLE XIII B OF THE CALIFORNIA
CONSTITUTION AND GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 7910
15. It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2023-59 titled:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL
ACCEPTING THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS - HVAC SYSTEM PROJECT
FY 22/23 AS COMPLETE AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO PREPARE
AND FILE THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION WITH THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY RECORDER"; and
2. Authorize staff to release the contract's retention in the amount of $4,881.30 thirty-five (35) days after recordation of the Notice of Completion Vice -Mayor Quintana inquired if the city was utilizing the council chambers.
Public Works Manager Gabino Luna provided information on the item.
City Attorney Dave Aleshire read the title of the resolution.
It was moved by Vice -Mayor Quintana to approve agenda item no. 15, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following roll call vote:
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Roll Call: 3-0-1-1
AYES: Councilmembers Romero, Vice -Mayor Quintana and Mayor Gallardo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Councilmember Saleh
ABSENT: Councilmember Arroyo
Motion Passed.
16. Approve the contract with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for special services in the amount of $4,800.00 and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract and process a forthwith payment. (City Council)
17. General Warrants, Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency and Community Housing Authority Warrants dated July 26, 2023. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Community Housing Authority).
Pending Items — None
August 9, 2023 Meeting Cancelled
Next Regular Meeting, Wednesday, August 23, 2023
Mayor Gallardo adjourned the meeting at 8:37 p.m.
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 September 27, 2023.
I
ngela Bu - amant
City Clerk
Fidencio Gallardo, Mayor
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