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recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following voice vote:
Roll Call: 3-0-0-2
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Quintana, and Romero.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo and Mayor Saleh
Motion Passed.
8. Annual Slurry Seal Project – Award of Construction Contract. (City Council)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award a construction contract in the amount of $189,900 to Pavement Coatings Co. for the Annual Slurry Seal Project; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute change orders to the project in a total amount not to exceed $18,990 (ten percent of the bid amount) for any necessary additional work.
Interim Public Works Director John Oskoui provided a report on the item.
Brief discussion ensued amongst the staff and council.
It was moved by Councilmember Romero to approve agenda item no. 8, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Flores which carried with the following voice vote:
Roll Call: 3-0-0-2
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Quintana, and Romero.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo and Mayor Saleh
Motion Passed.
9. Consideration of an Agreement with Nunez & Nunez Consulting Services Inc. for Community Nature Opportunities. (City Council)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Agreement between Nunez and Nunez Consulting Services Inc. a California nonprofit organization, and the City of Bell for the provision of free camping trips for youth from the Southeast Los Angeles region through the Community Connections to Wildlands Program, funded by the Watershed Conservation Authority (WCA).
Mayor Saleh returned to the meeting at 9:30 p.m.
Community Service Director Janine Andrade provided a report on the item.
Brief discussion ensued amongst the staff and council.
It was moved by Councilmember Flores to approve agenda item no. 9, as recommended. Motion
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was seconded by Councilmember Quintana which carried with the following voice vote:
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oll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Quintana, Romero and Mayor Saleh.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo
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otion Passed.
10. C
ity Approval of the Restated Disposition and Development Agreement between the City of Bell and Arroyo Seco Development Group, LLC, and Successor Agency Approval of the Restated Disposition and Development Agreement between the City of Bell as Successor Agency and Arroyo Seco Development Group, LLC. (City Council/Successor Agency) R
ecommendation: It is recommended that the:
1. C
ity Council approve the Restated Disposition and Development Agreemen t (“
Restated City DDA”) between the City of Bell (“City”) and Arroyo Seco Development G
roup, LLC ("Developer") with respect to City owned parcels (located at improved as parking lots located at 6504 Clarkson (APN 6325-020-900), and 4460 Gage Avenue (APN 6325-020-903) (jointly the “City Parcels”), and
2. C
ity Council as Successor Agency Board concurrently approve the Res tated D
isposition and Development Agreement (“Restated Agency DDA”) between the City of Bell as Successor Agency (“Successor Agency”) and Developer for the Successor Agency owned parcels 6415 Atlantic Avenue (APN 6325- 020-901), 6414 Clarkson Avenue (APN 6325-020-902), and 4472 Gage Avenue (APN 6325-020-904) (collectively the “Agency Parcels”).
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ommunity Development Director Manuel Acosta provided a PowerPoint presentation on the item.
It w
as moved by Councilmember Romero to approve agenda item no. 10 .1, as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Councilmember Quintana which carried with the following voice vote:
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oll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Quintana, Romero, and Mayor Saleh.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo.
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otion Passed.
It w
as moved by Councilmember Romero to approve agenda item no. 10.2, as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Councilmember Quintana which carried with the following voice vote:
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oll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Quintana, Romero, and Mayor Saleh.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo.
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Motion Passed.
11. C
onsideration of First Amendment to City of Bell 2023 Amended and Restated Chief of Police Employment Agreement. (City Council)
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ecommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the first amendment to the Chief of Police employment agreement.
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HIS ITEM WAS PULLED FROM THE AGENDA.
12. C
onsideration and Adoption of Resolution Accepting and Approving Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Bell and the Bell City Employee Association for the period of J
uly 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027.
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ecommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2024-58 titled:
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL,
ACCEPTING, AND APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF BELL AND THE BELL
CITY EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2024 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027
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HIS ITEM WAS CONTINUED TO DECEMBER 18, 2024 ADJOURNED MEETING AT 7:00 P.M.
13. C
onsideration and Adoption of Resolution Accepting and Approving Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Bell and the Bell Management Employee Association for the period of July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027.
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ecommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2024-59 titled:
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL,
CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING, AND APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF BELL AND THE BELL
MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATION FOR THE PERIOD OF
JULY 1, 2024 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027
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HIS ITEM WAS CONTINUED TO DECEMBER 18, 2024 ADJOURNED MEETING AT 7:00 P.M.
14. C
onsideration and Adoption of Resolution Accepting and Approving Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Bell and the Bell Police Officers Association for the period of J
uly 1, 2024 through June 30, 2027.
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ecommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2024-60 titled:
A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL,
CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING, AND APPROVING MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF BELL AND THE BELL
POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2024
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THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027
THIS ITEM WAS CONTINUED TO DECEMBER 18, 2024 ADJOURNED MEETING AT 7:00 P.M.
14a. Amendment No.3 with Graffiti Protective Coatings, Inc. (GPC) for Citywide Graffiti Services
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment No. 3 to the Contract Services Agreement between the City of Bell and Graffiti Protective Coatings, Inc. (GPC) for Citywide Abatement Services.
Interim Public Works Director John Oskoui provided a report on the item.
Discussion ensued amongst the staff and council.
City Attorney Dave Aleshire provided additional information.
It was moved by Councilmember Quintana to approve agenda item no. 14A, as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following voice vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Quintana, Romero, and Mayor Saleh.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo.
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 15 through 21.
It was moved by Councilmember Romero to approve agenda items 15 through 21 (Except Item
17. This item was pulled by Councilmember Quintana). Motion was seconded by Councilmember Quintana which carried with the following voice vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Quintana, Romero, and Mayor Saleh NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo
Motion Passed.
15. It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the Measure A Annual Allocation Grant Agreement between the City of Bell
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and the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District (RPOSD); and
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all necessary documents related to the Agreement, including Notices to Proceed (NTPs) and associated work plans.
16. It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2024-56 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL
APPROVING A DEBT MANAGEMENT POLICY AND
AUTHORIZING CERTAIN OTHER ACTIONS IN CONNECTION
THEREWITH
17. It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2024-57 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL
APPROVING HR/RISK MANAGER TO REPRESENT THE CITY
OF BELL ON THE ICRMA BOARD
City Manager Michael L. Antwine II provided information on the item.
Discussion ensued amongst staff and council.
City Attorney Dave Aleshire read the title of the resolution.
It was moved by Councilmember Quintana to approve agenda item no. 16 , as recommended.
Motion was seconded by Councilmember Romero which carried with the following voice vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Quintana, Romero, and Mayor Saleh.
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Vice-Mayor Arroyo.
Motion Passed.
18. It is recommended that the City Council approve a one-year extension with Willdan Engineering for the implementation and administrative services of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. (City Council)
19. Minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting of November 13, 2024. (City Council)
20. General Warrants, Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency and Community Housing Authority Warrants of December 11, 2024. ( Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Community Housing Authority).
21. City of Bell & Bell Successor Agency Investment Reports as of October 2024. (City Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency)
Pending Items – None
Wednesday, December 25, 2024 Regular Meeting Cancelled
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Next Regular Meeting Wednesday, January 8, 2025
Mayor Saleh adjourned the meeting to 7:00 p.m. on December 18, 2024 to discuss agenda items 12, 13 and 14.
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 January 22, 2025.
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Angela Bustamante, City Clerk
Ali Saleh, Mayor