CITY OF BELL GARDENS
MINUTES
City Council / Successor Agency to the Community Development Commission Joint Meeting
Monday, May 11, 2026, 6:00 PM
LOCATION: CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7100 GARFIELD AVENUE, BELL GARDENS, CA 90201 The meeting will be held at Bell Gardens City Hall in the Council Chambers. The public may attend the meeting in person or virtually as instructed below. You may view the meeting live on the City's website at ACCESSIBILITY: If requested, the agenda and backup materials will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof.
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1. CALL TO ORDER
The Council Members of the City of Bell Gardens City Council/Successor Agency held a Joint Regular meeting on May 11, 2026, in the Council Chambers, 7100 Garfield Avenue, Bell Gardens, CA with Mayor Miguel De La Rosa presiding. Mayor Miguel De La Rosa called the joint meeting to order at 6:30 p.m.
2. INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Pastor Reynaldo Leal.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Cameron Vargas, Girl Scout Troop 2543.
4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS / SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION MEMBERS
Marco Barcena, Councilmember/Agency Member
Jorgel Chavez, Councilmember / Agency Member
Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez, Councilwoman / Agency Member Isabel Guillen, Mayor Pro Tem / Vice Chair
Miguel De La Rosa, Mayor / Chair
5. PRESENTATION
5.1 Certificate of Recognition - Las Pavas Restaurant
Mayor Miguel De La Rosa read the certificate of recognition and presented it to Jose F.
Zetino.
5.2 Proclamation Building and Safety Month
Councilwoman Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez read the proclamation and presented it to the
Community Development staff
5.3 Proclamation National Police Week
Mayor Pro Tem Isabel Guillen read the proclamation and presented it to the Police Department staff.
5.4 Proclamation National Public Works Week
Councilmember Marco Barcena read the proclamation and presented it to the Public Works staff.
6. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS UNDER THE SUBJECT MATTER JURISDICTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR AGENCY
During this time, the members of the public may address the City Council / Successor Agency regarding any items within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council / Successor Agency.
Public participation are limited to 3 minutes per person subject to an overall 30 -minute period for non -agenda items. Government Code Section 54590 prohibits the City Council / Successor Agency from taking action or engaging in discussion on a specific item unless it appears on the agenda.
City Clerk Daisy Gomez announced that there were no written comment received.
Edwin Gonzalez spoke regarding the Flock Safety system.
Mario Dominguez spoke regarding the Flock Safety and body worn systems; and virtual participation.
7. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION ON AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
During this time, the members of the public may address the City Council /Agency Members regarding any items listed on the agenda. Public participation are limited to 3 minutes per person.
City Clerk Daisy Gomez announced that there were no written comments received.
Mario Dominguez spoke regarding item No. 11.6.
8. COMMITTEE UPDATES
Councilmember Jorge! Chavez made an announcement on California Cities for Self Reliance Joint Powers Authority; Councilmember Jorgel Chavez has been appointed as Secretary Treasurer.
Councilmember Marco Barcena made an announcement on Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District.
Councilwoman Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez made an announcement on Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District.
9. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Michael B. O'Kelly provided a brief report.
10. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and can be acted on by one roll call vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless members of the City Council / Successor Agency request specific items to be removed from the Consent Calendar for
separate action. Items called for separate discussion will be heard as the next order of business.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marco Barcena, seconded by Councilwoman Dr.
Francis De Leon Sanchez to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 10.1 - 10.13, with the exception of 10.5, 10.7, and 10.8.
The motion carried 5 - 0 with the following vote:
Moved by: Marco Barcena; seconded by: Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez Yes: Marco Barcena, Jorgel Chavez, Miguel De La Rosa, Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez, and Isabel Guillen
Carried 5-0
A motion was made by Councilmember Marco Barcena, seconded by Councilwoman Dr.
Francis De Leon Sanchez to approve Consent Calendar Item No. 10.8.
The motion carried 4 -1 with the following vote:
Moved by: Marco Barcena; seconded by: Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez Yes: Jorgel Chavez, Miguel De La Rosa, Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez, and Isabel Guillen
No: Marco Barcena
Carried 4-1
A motion was made by Councilmember Marco Barcena, seconded by Councilwoman Dr.
Francis De Leon Sanchez to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 10.5 and 10.7.
The motion carried 5 - 0 with the following vote:
Moved by: Marco Barcena; seconded by: Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez Yes: Marco Barcena, Jorgel Chavez, Miguel De La Rosa, Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez, and Isabel Guillen
Carried 5-0
10.1 General Motion to Waive Full Reading and Approve Ordinances by Title Only Pursuant to California Government Code Section 36934 with Support from the Majority of the Legislative Body.
RECOMMENDATION: To approve ordinances by title only.
ATTACHMENTS: None.
10.2 Approval Minutes of Closed Session and City Counciiw Successor Age cy Joint Sii e eti nr s
RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council approve the minutes of the April 27, 2026, Closed Session and City Council/Successor Agency Joint Meetings.
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit
10.3 Warrant Register and 11VireTransfer fl
RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council receive and file warrant registers, wire transfers, and net payrolls dated 04/08/26, 04/14/2026, 04/16/2026 and 04/21/2026.
ATTACHMENTS:
10.4 Consideration of Adoption of a_ esotut rn Approv na anExte sion of the Memorandum of Understanding f.2023-2.06 Agreerne is Between the City of Bell Gardens and the Bell Gardens City Employees Association, and the Bell G-ardens Public Works ks Employees Ass e ciafion 6
RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council adopt the attached Resolution approving extensions to the Memorandum of Understanding 2023-2026 Agreements between the City of Bell Gardens and the Bell Gardens City Employees Association, and the Bell Gardens Public Works Employees Association from June 1, 2026 to May 31, 2027.
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit 1- Resolution No. 2026--43 fl
Exhibit2 -. MOU Extension - City E ptoyeesAssoc' ion l
Exhibit 3 - MOU Extension Public Works Frn io\ eesAstiot.i n
10.5 Consideration of Adoptionnf Ordinance e o 967 Amending Chapter 16.40 1Fireww€ rksi of Title 16(Health and a etyJ of the dell Gardens Mu ie.ipa. Code to Pern it the Sale„ Use, and Di &char e of Safe and Sane Fireworks 9 RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council waive full reading and adopt Ordinance No. 967 amending certain sections of Chapter 16.40 (Fireworks) of Title 16 (Health and Safety) of the Bell Gardens Municipal Code.
ATTACHMENTS:
Moved by: Marco Barcena; seconded by: Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez Yes: Jorgel Chavez, Miguel De La Rosa, Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez, and Isabel Guillen
No: Marco Barcena
Carried 4-1
10.6 Co icleration of a Resolution Approving a SACS and Services Agreement with City Base, Inc forCashiering and Kiosks Services Associated with the Irplertentati n of the Workday Human Capital Manage ent and Fir:ancia4_s Sy_ster 49
RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council:
1. Waive the purchasing policy requirements pursuant to Bell Gardens Municipal Code Section 3.04.100(A); and
2. Adopt the attached Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute SAAS and Services Agreement with CityBase, Inc. for Cashiering and Kiosks Services associated with the implementation of the Workday Human Capital Management and Financials System.
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit ]- Resoiuton No. 2026-44 i'
Exhibit2 Ci.tyBase Agreement
Exhibit Pricing Proposai,
10.7 C nsrderati ar: of AdoPt or ofa Res of ti€ n 6 p1,rovrr7,g.SideL.etterA_ eements Respective Memorandum of Understanding Agreements with the Belt Gardens City Employees Assocdation,, the BellGardens Public Works Employees Association, the Bell Gardens Public Works Supervisors Association, the veil Gardens Police Officers Associ. tin,and theBelt Gardens olice Ma nement Associati t►YAddrng_ir digenousPeo l:es' Da to the List of City Recognized end Observed Holida.y 9
RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council approve the attached Resolution approving Side Letter Agreements to the respective Memorandum of Understanding Agreements with the Bell Gardens City Employees Association (BGCEA), the Bell Gardens Public Works Employees Association (BGPWEA), the Bell Gardens Public Works Supervisors Association (BGPWSA), the Bell Gardens Police Officers Association (BGPMA), and the Bell Gardens Police Management Association (BGPMA), adding Indigenous Peoples' Day to the list of City Recognized and Observed Holiday
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit 1 -Resolution No. 2026-45 9
Exhibit 2 - Side Letter of Agreement - BGCEA
Exhibit 3 Side Letter Agreement [ GPVV A
Exhibit 4 -- Side Letter of Agreement - BGPWSA 9
Exhibit 5 - Side Letter of Agreement BGPMA 9
Exhibit6 - Side Letter ofAgreement BGPMA �?
10.8 Consideration rr_"ror of a Rescrllitior _Approvinfi Prime C tract.._ Agreement with iron Bnick.As r c fates„ 1, ( ford One S urce Virtual. Services, es, Inc. Payroll Service e
Sum),ort S r . ! lA Contract #159124 0
RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council:
1. Avail itself of Section 3.04.100(A) of the Bell Gardens Municipal Code; and
2. Adopt the attached Resolution approving a Prime Contract Agreement with Iron Brick Associates, LLC for One Source Virtual Services, Inc. Payroll Service Support Services by way of OMNIA Contract #159124.
ATTACHMENTS:
Restlx i n , 2026-4$ ?
iron Brick i'o=fi � i>�' i' dine _
10.9 Coric
Professional Services
Kimley-FlornaidMMsoci
Gard r s Transit Oriented Co
A RFPaProposal and Agreement eement
of a R s i, :ion Approving a First Arnendrn t the
rent by and between Cityot Bell Gardens and
forthe Cor tanrred Preparationof the Bell
rsityr S s,ci i Slap '�
RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council:
1. Determine the action exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15060(c)(3);
2. Adopt the attached Resolution approving a First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement between the City of Bell Gardens and Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for the continued preparation of the Bell Gardens Transit Oriented Community Specific Plan; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to amend the Professional Services Agreement as may be necessary to cover any unforeseen condition for an additional amount not to exceed $10,000.
ATTACHMENTS:
10.10 fw; arside °r
Stearnp.,s L
sa Approvirigca Purchase
of `rw_o._l „Pri ssu
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RECOMMENDATION: Consideration of a Resolution approving a Purchase Order Agreement with SteamX, LLC for the purchase of two (2) pressure washers and trailers.
ATTACHMENTS:
10.11 Consideration of a Resolution Author°izing.:the lnstattatio:s f Red Curb Parkin °i isils_rpaitp prSar a .s 5959.E up St:net
RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council:
1. Adopt the attached Resolution authorizing the installation of ten (10) feet of red curb `no -parking' restrictions fronting 5954 Ludell Street and nine (9) feet of red curb `no -parking' restrictions fronting 5959 Ludell Street; and
2. Rescind Resolution No. 2026-30
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit 1- Resolution 2026-49 g
Exhibit 2 .,.,., Proposed Red Curb at 5954 LudellStreet g Exhibit 3 - Proposed Red Curb at 5959 Ludell Street c'2
10.12 Approval t anIons and Specifications and Aa th ; rizatl p Sp i It d ais f the atewa y_ ater a wrnent Authority sts,iLsls:d_
Project 9
RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council:
1. Approve the plans and specifications for the Recycled Water Main Installation Project (CIP No. 3852);
2. Authorize staff to solicit competitive bids and publish the Notice Inviting Sealed Bids (NISB); and
3. Find that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Guidelines Section 15301(c).
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit 1 Novitro, Bidfor in Installation Project
10.13 Consideration of a esc l! do Approving'a PurchaseOrder Agreement with Colorado Time Systems for Aquatic Facility r ing,_Ssorir g a d...t Display Equipment through MANIA Contract No, R2.30202 9
RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council:
1. Avail itself of Section 3.04.100(E) of the Bell Gardens Municipal Code; and
2. Adopt the attached Resolution approving a Purchase Order Agreement with Colorado Time Systems for the purchase of aquatic facility timing, scoring, and display equipment through OMNIA Partners Cooperative Agreement No. R230202.
ATTACHMENTS:
Exhibit 1, Resoiution No. 2026-50
Exhibit2 A reement with Exhibit-, 9
Exhibit3 - [OA With not . from Colorado I _items
11. DISCUSSION
11.1 RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council review the Commissions Appointments List and by motion, remove commissioners and/or make appointments to the posted vacancies.
ATTACHMENTS:
There was no action.
11.2 Consideration of interim t r erlcy Ordirtar ce No -U to Adopt by Reference the 2025 California Ener,gy Cgdei d@dlarrd-Urban Interface Code Existing, uildmg Code, and Referenced Standards t ode and to Amend Bell Gardens rrriciipalCo►de Chapters 6.01}6.08 _x.1.2 Z.1 , 6,t0, arrd C 8 RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council adopt, by a four -fifths vote, Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 968-U, amending certain sections of Title 6 (Buildings and Construction) of the Bell Gardens Municipal Code, to remove all references to Los Angeles County Code Title 26 (Building Code), Title 27
(Electrical Code), Title 28 (Plumbing Code), Title 29 (Mechanical Code), Title 30 (Residential Code), and Title 31 (Green Building Standards Code), which amend and adopt by reference the 2025 California Building Standards Code, and adopt by reference the 2025 California Energy Code, Wildland-Urban Interface Code, Existing Building Code, and Referenced Standards Code.
ATTACHMENTS:
Manuel Acosta, Director of Community Development, provided a presentation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jorgel Chavez, seconded by Councilmember Marco Barcena to adopt Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 968-U.
The motion carried 5 - 0 with the following vote:
Moved by: Jorgel Chavez; seconded by: Marco Barcena
Yes: Marco Barcena, Jorge( Chavez, Miguel De La Rosa, Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez, and Isabel Guillen
Carried 5-0
11.3 Discus sion of r # se -fiscal Yo 2.5 2 2 7 PiSCcii Bud} et l9 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the proposed budget. Staff also recommends that the City Council provide direction to staff on the proposed budget.
ATTACHMENTS:
Manuel Carrillo, Director of Finance and Administrative Services, provided a presentation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jorge! Chavez, seconded by Councilwoman Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez to receive and file this item.
The motion carried 5 - 0 with the following vote:
Moved by: Jorgel Chavez; seconded by: Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez Yes: Marco Barcena, Jorgel Chavez, Miguel De La Rosa, Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez, and Isabel Guillen
Carried 5-0
11.4 Consider° tion o Peso rti n Approving Co unity Partner A reernent with KAIOOlvil, Inc for the Instalt ti n... f New PayEquipment at Marlow Park RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council adopt the attached Resolution approving a Community Partner Agreement with KABOOM!, Inc. for a new playground at Marlow Park.
ATTACHMENTS:
fit' m u r
eat C9
Mayor Miguel De La Rosa recessed the meeting at 8:58 p.m. and reconvened at 9:22 P.
m.
Elizabeth Nava, Director of Recreation and Community Services, provided a presentation.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Isabel Guillen seconded by Councilwoman Dr.
Francis De Leon Sanchez to approve Resolution No. 2026-51.
The motion carried 5 - 0 with the following vote:
Moved by: Isabel Guillen; seconded by: Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez Yes: Marco Barcena, Jorgel Chavez, Miguel De La Rosa, Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez, and Isabel Guillen
Carried 5-0
11.5 Consideration of a e5c tutoonApproving a Contract Se ces Agreen1 with Fireworks Stage FX America, hoc. for the ell Gardens indep nde$ ce Day Fireworks Show l9
RECOMMENDATION: It is staff's recommendation that the City Council:
1. Adopt the attached Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Contract Services Agreement with Fireworks & Stage FX America, Inc. for the Bell Gardens Independence Day Fireworks Show; and
2. Direct staff to amend the Agreement with TLC Creative to reschedule the Multimedia Laser Show to the Halloween/Dia De Los Muertos event, and authorize payment of the $2,500 rescheduling fee.
ATTACHMENTS:
Elizabeth Nava, Director of Recreation and Community Services, provided a presentation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Jorge! Chavez, seconded by Councilwoman Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez to approve Resolution No. 2026-52.
The motion carried 4 -1 with the following vote:
Moved by: Jorgel Chavez; seconded by: Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez Yes: Jorgel Chavez, Miguel De La Rosa, Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez, and Isabel Guillen
No: Marco Barcena
Carried 4-1
11.6 Discussion Regarding anger() s Fireworks Enforcement Poky RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this
report pertaining to the City's enforcement policies related to Dangerous Fireworks.
ATTACHMENTS:
xhibot_1. Presenta.bo'l
Paul Camacho, Police Chief, provided a presentation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marco Barcena, seconded by Councilwoman Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez to receive and file this item.
The motion carried 5 - 0 with the following vote:
Moved by: Marco Barcena; seconded by: Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez Yes: Marco Barcena, Jorgel Chavez, Miguel De La Rosa, Dr. Francis De Leon Sanchez, and Isabel Guillen
Carried 5-0
12. CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR AGENCY MEMBER COMMENTS
Members of the Council and Successor Agency made community announcements and comments.
13. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Miguel De La Rosa adjourned the meeting at 10:22 p.m.
Daisy Gomel, City Clerk