MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR JOINT MEETING OF THE
BeII City CouncillBell Community Housing Authority/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Public Finance Authority October 7, 2025
5:00 P.M. Closed Session
7:00 P.M. Regular Meeting
Location: BeI1 Community Center, 6250 Pine Avenue, Bell CA 90201 MEETING WILL BE I1ELD 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 citvclerk @cityofbell.orq. Your written comment must be submitted by 4pm on Tuesday, October 7, 2025. 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://\ www.cityofbell.ordnNavID=101 Call to Order
Vice -Mayor Arroyo called the meeting to order at 5:32 p.m.
Roll CaII of the City Council in their capacities as CouncilmemberslMembers of all Related Agencies: Councilmembers Flores, Quintana, Romero, Vice -Mayor Arroyo, and Mayor Saleh PRESENT: Councilmembers Flores, Romero, Quintana and Vice -Mayor Arroyo ABSENT: Mayor Saleh*
`Mayor Saleh arrived at 5:37 p.m.
STAFF PRESENT: City Manager Michael L. Antwine, City Attorney Dave Aleshire, and Assistant to the City Manager Javier Ochigui.
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.
There were no public comments. Mayor Saleh closed the public comment period.
Vice -Mayor Arroyo recessed the meeting to closed session at 5:34 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)
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Property: 7030 Atlantic Avenue, Bell CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined
b. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: 4400-4410 Gage Avenue, BeII CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined
c. Anticipated Initiation of Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(3) regarding significant exposure to litigation in two cases. d. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: 6400 Atlantic Avenue, BeII CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined
e. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: 5246/5162 Florence Avenue, BeII CA 90201(Florence Village Mobile Home Park) Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined
f. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: 4874 Gage Avenue, BeII CA 90201 (Bell Mobile Home Park) Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined
g.
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8)
Property: 4850 Gage Avenue, BeII CA 90201
Agency negotiators: Michael L. Antwine II (City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined
h. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(1) Griselda Cornejo v. City of Bell, et al. Case No: 24NWCV00508 Mayor Saleh reconvened the Regular City Council Meeting at 7:11 p.m.
Roll CaII of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Councilmembers Flores, Quintana, Romero, Vice -Mayor Arroyo, and Mayor Saleh PRESENT: Councilmembers Flores, Quintana, Vice -Mayor Arroyo, and Mayor Saleh (4) ABSENT: Councilmember Romero*
*Councilmember Romero arrived at 7:14 p.m.
Staff Present: City Manager Michael L. Antwine, City Attorney Dave Aleshire, Chief of Police Damian Velasco, Interim Public Works Director John Oskoui, Interim Community Development Director Guillermo Arreola, Assistant to the City Manager Javier Ochiqui, Finance Director Rickey Minutes of the BeII City Council and Related Agencies
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Manbahal, Deputy Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Gina Skibar, Community Services Deputy Director Rebbeca Silva -Barron, Assistant City Clerk Marisa Craft and City Clerk Angela Bustamante.
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Saleh.
City Attorney Report
City Attorney Dave Aleshire reported the following from closed session: Items a) and b) a status report was given, no action was taken. Item c) was not discussed. Item d) a status report was given, no action was taken. Items e) and f) a status report was given, no action was taken. Item g) was not discussed. Item h) was removed from the closed session agenda.
Mayor Saleh did not participate in items e) and f).
Presentations and Recognitions
a. Mayor's Citizens Award was rescheduled to the October 22, 2025 City Council meeting.
b. Proclamation declaring September 15 — October 15, 2025 as National Hispanic Heritage Month was presented by Mayor Saleh.
c. Proclamation declaring October 2025 as Breast Cancer Awareness Month was presented by Mayor Saleh. Officer Marron accepted the proclamation and shared brief remarks.
d. Proclamation declaring October 2025 as Domestic Violence Awareness Month was presented by Mayor Saleh. Chief Velasco received the proclamation and said a few words.
e. Presentation on Tabacco Prevention Efforts was presented by Social Model Recovery Systems representatives Socorro Chacon (Project Coordinator) and Cassandra Tamayo (Community Engagement Coordinator).
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 non -agenda items that are under the subject matter jurisdiction: Maria Flores, Marlen Garcra, Violeta Alvarez, Adriana Escobar, Kunti Bowers, Yudith Meza, Luis Meza, Mercedes Ramos, Alex Paredes, Daniel, Alfredo Meza, Antonio Robles, Anonymous, Edwin Gonzalez, and Clarissa Hega. City Clerk announced that five emails were received by: Blythe Young, Hannah Kwak, Luis Rodriguez, Yudith Delgadillo, and Yaneth Rodriguez.
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 Quintana asked the City Manager for an update on the mobile home parks.
Mayor Saleh 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.
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City Manager Michael L. Antwine II provided an update on the Relocation Plan and the ongoing assessments of the mobile home parks. He noted that the appraisal process began that week and encouraged all residents to meet with the appraisers to ensure an accurate assessment of their homes.
Mr. Antwine explained that the appraisers will collect information on household composition, including whether residents are seniors, persons with disabilities, or low-income. This information is required under the Mobilehome Park Residency Law to prepare an accurate relocation report detailing the number of occupants, their ages, and income levels. The data is essential to determine the amount of financial assistance each resident is entitled to receive.
He emphasized that residents who decline to participate in the interview process may be negatively affected, as the City would be unable to verify eligibility for senior, disability, or low- income assistance. Additionally, if an appraiser is not permitted to enter a home, the City cannot verify interior improvements or additions that could increase the home's value, and the appraiser will have to estimate the value based solely on the exterior condition.
Mr. Antwine also announced that the City will host additional community meetings on October 13, October 15, October 23, November 6, and November 17. Flyers will be distributed to mobile home park residents, and meetings will be held at each park to address issues specific to each location.
He further noted that staff provides quarterly updates on the use of ARPA funds, and this information is available on the City's website.
Lastly, Mr. Antwine reiterated that, as part of the Relocation Plan, the City Council has directed staff to ensure accommodations are made for all senior and disabled residents.
The meeting was recessed by Mayor Saleh at 8:53 p.m. and reconvened by Vice-Mayro Arroyo at 9:05 p.m.
Public Hearings
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. Second reading and Public Hearing of an ordinance amending the City of Bell Municipal Code by modifying Title 15 to adopt by reference Title 24 the 2025 California Building Standards Codes. (City Council)
Recommendation: !t is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading, and adopt Ordinance No. 1295 titled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BELL CITY COUNCIL
AMENDING THE CITY OF BELL MUNICIPAL CODE BY
MODIFYING TITLE 15 BUILDINGS AND CONSTRUCTION AND
ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING
CODE, 2025 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE, 2025
CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE, 2025 CALIFORNIA
MECHANICAL CODE, 2025 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE,
AND 2025 CALIFORNIA EXISTING BUILDING CODE WITH
CERTAIN AMENDMENTS, ADDITIONS AND DELETIONS
THERETO
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Interim Community Development Director Guillermo Arreola presented a report on the item.
Vice -Mayor Arroyo opened the public hearing.
Hearing no public comments, Vice -Mayor Arroyo closed the public hearing and asked if the Council had any questions.
Hearing none, the Mayor requested a motion.
It was moved by Councilmember Romero to approve Agenda Item 1, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Flores which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Romero, Quintana, and Vice -Mayor Arroyo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Mayor Saleh
City Attorney Dave Aleshire read the title of the ordinance.
Motion Passed.
Business Session
2. Approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement for Contract Services with World Private Security, Inc. for Crossing Guard Services. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement for Contract Services between the City of Bell and World Private Security, Inc., exercising one (1) of the two available one-year extension options, extending the term of the agreement through June 30, 2026, at an annual cost not to exceed $220,893.75.
Chief of Police Velasco presented a report on the item.
A discussion ensued amongst the Council and staff.
It was moved by Councilmember Quintana to approve Agenda Item 2, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Flores which carried with the following roll call vote:
RoII Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Romero, Quintana, and Vice -Mayor Arroyo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Mayor Saleh
Motion Passed.
3. Consideration to approve Amendment No. 2 with Transtech Engineers Inc. for contract building official, building inspector, and plan check related services. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment No. 2, which is the removal of the split in Developer fees from the contract sum, and decrease the total contract sum from $750, 000 to $200, 000 with Transtech Engineers for contract building official, building inspector, and plan check related services for, and on behalf of, the City.
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Interim Community Development Director Guillermo Arreola presented a report on the item.
A discussion ensued amongst the Council and staff.
It was moved by Councilmember Romero to approve Agenda Item 3, as recommended. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Flores which carried with the following roll call vote:
RoII Call: 3-1-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Romero, and Vice -Mayor Arroyo NOES: Councilmember Quintana
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Mayor Saleh
Motion Passed.
4. Resolution Approving Appointment to the Community Services Commission. (City Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that:
1. Council Member Ana Maria Quintana select a student commissioner; and
2. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2025-58 titled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL
AMENDING RESOLUTION 2025-28 TO REMOVE ERLIN
NAVARRO FROM THE COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
AND TO APPROVE A NEW APPOINTMENT TO FILL THE
RESULTING VACANCY
Community Services Director Janine Andrade presented a report on the item.
It was moved by Councilmember Flores to approve Councilmember Quintana's appointment of Allison Corominal. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Quintana which carried with the following roll call vote:
Roll Call: 4-0-0-1
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Romero, Quintana, and Vice -Mayor Arroyo NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Mayor Saleh
City Attorney Dave Aleshire read the title of the resolution.
Motion Passed.
Mayor Saleh returned to the meeting at 9:31 p.m.
5. Creation of a Public Art Ad Hoc Committee. (City Council) Recommendation: !t is recommended that the City Council appoint two (2) Councilmembers to serve on the Public Art Ad Hoc Committee.
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City Manager Michael L. Antwine II presented a report on the item.
A discussion ensued amongst the City Council and staff.
Councilmembers Quintana and Romero expressed interest in participating on the Ad hoc committee.
With Council consensus, the item Public Art Adhoc Committee with created, including Councilmembers Quintana and Romero.
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 and 7.
It was moved by Vice -Mayor Arroyo to approve agenda items 6 and 7. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Quintana which carried with the following roll call vote:
Voice Vote: 5-0-0-0
AYES: Councilmembers Flores, Romero, Quintana, Vice -Mayor Arroyo and Mayor Saleh NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Motion Passed..
6. General Warrants, Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency and Community Housing Authority Warrants of October 7, 2025. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Community Housing Authority).
7. Minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting of September 24, 2025. (City Council) Pending Items — None
Next Regular Meeting Wednesday, October 22, 2025
Mayor Saleh adjourned the meeting at 9:35 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 r ing held on October 22, 2025.
Ali Saleh, Mayo
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