Bellflower City Council
April 22, 2024

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5-Year CONSOLIDATED PLAN, ANALYSIS OF IMPEDIMENTS, AND CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN
In preparation for the Consolidated Plan, assigned members of the AVANT-GARDE team propose to meet with City staff to review the goals and objectives of the City, review the HUD regulations within the context of the City's goals and objectives, discuss the general consensus of the most recently approved plans and the effectiveness of the programs implemented, and to confirm the timeline for the process of preparing the Plans. AVANT- GARDE will meet with staff as directed to review the tasks to be completed. The purpose is to ensure that the activities to be undertaken are consistent with the City's needs and the legislative requirements imposed by HUD.

AVANT-GARDE in coordination with Civitas, LLC as a subconsultant will develop a draft Consolidated Plan that includes five-year funding goals, priorities, strategies, proposed accomplishments, and performance measurements. The Plan will follow the HUD checklist, narrative requirements, and HUD guidelines, taking into consideration improved ways to present and display information using eCon Planning Suite, and addressing Federal requirements. Sections of this Plan include:

Executive Summary - Consultant team members will meet on -site with City representatives to discuss the project, develop detailed schedules, and collect necessary information, including the City's existing consolidated plan, the local homeless Continuum of Care, the City's comprehensive plan, fair housing plan and other relevant information from other local agencies. City representatives will be asked to identify and provide any other relevant data or information to ensure that all community needs and conditions and resources are considered.

Citizen Participation Process - Meet with staff to discuss expectations, priorities, available resources, strategies and timetables. AVANT-GARDE will conduct two (2) community meetings as well as conduct in -person and/or phone interviews of key stakeholders as identified by City staff. Additionally, the consultant team will develop an online survey for citizen and stakeholder feedback.

Housing Needs Assessment - Develop an updated housing needs profile specifically for the City of Bellflower. The consultant team will work with City representatives to identify any additional data and information, including existing housing and/or homeless studies and information on special needs populations, etc., not previously considered. After obtaining this information, the consultants will combine this information along with the information gathered at the initial meeting, census data and other HUD resources - to develop a needs assessment for the City's review and approval.

The needs assessment will meet all of the requirements of 24 CFR Part 91 and will include an estimate of the housing needs within the City. The assessment will include the specification of such housing related needs, a discussion of specific housing problems, assessment of the specific needs of racial and ethnic groups, the extent of homelessness in the City, the characteristics and needs of low income people, existing facilities such as outreach and assessment, existence of emergency shelters and services, estimates of the number of people requiring supportive services, and a description of supportive housing needs and a description of the agencies that provide the supportive housing services. 35 City of Bellflower RFP - Housing Consultant Services 03.14.2024

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• Non -Housing Community Development Initiatives - The consultant team will identify the City's priority non -housing community development needs eligible for assistance. This includes public facilities, public improvements, public services, and economic development. This analysis will include a look at the homebuilding industry in the City, its current neighborhood development policies, and its economic development initiatives. This shall include but be limited to the following:
public libraries and museums, parks and community centers, health facilities, historic preservation, continuing education/adult education facilities, and any additional youth, adult, or senior programs. This review shall also incorporate regional planning and economic development initiatives including but not limited to the following urban development, infrastructure, public safety, public transportation, employment training, and business attraction and retention. • Demographic Data Collection - The consultant team will work with City staff to develop a Community Profile, which will provide a general overview of Bellflower.

The present-day sketch will outline the City's employment situation and major employers, current urban development issues, recreational activities, and any successful development or redevelopment ventures. The demographic and housing section will give a brief overview the current population of the City, including its ethnic and socio-economic makeup, as well as the current state of its housing situation, and land use issues. The policy section will outline any current City, County, or state policies that might have an impact on affordable housing or the operation of housing agencies in the City.
• Homeless Needs Assessment - Consultants will assist City staff in providing a concise summary of the nature and extent of homelessness within the City, addressing separately the need for facilities and services for homeless persons and homeless families with children, both sheltered and unsheltered, and homeless subpopulations. As part of the homeless needs assessment, the consultant team will identify area facilities and services in place to provide for the homeless population.

This shall include, at a minimum, the local Continuum of Care, all emergency shelters, any homeless outreach program(s) as well as available transitional and permanent housing options.
• Market Analysis - In cooperation with local stakeholders and representatives, the consultant team will develop a housing market analysis, using information from interviews, surveys, public hearings, census data, consultation with local lenders, realtors, and appraisers. Consultants will incorporate into this analysis an evaluation of the City's housing supply, the demand for housing, the current housing conditions, the cost of housing stock, and the kind of housing available to the disabled. • Strategic Plan - The consultant team will develop a strategic plan that addresses the needs identified in the approved needs assessment and any existing City policies. The strategic plan will be consistent with the minimum HUD requirements as outlined in CFR 24 Part 91 as well as with other guidance issued by HUD. The strategic plan will detail the City's housing, homeless, and non -housing priorities for the next five years. Specific objectives and strategies will be developed that address stated priority needs. City representatives will review and provide comments on the draft of the strategic plan, which the consultants will incorporate into the finalized 36 City of Bellflower RFP - Housing Consultant Services 03.14.2024

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version. The consultant team will obtain comments and direction on the draft Strategic Plan and discuss actions to implement the approved strategies. • Citizen Participation Plan - Review the City's existing Citizen Participation Plan to provide recommendations, if any, for revisions to the Citizen Participation Plan and discuss necessary steps to amend the Citizen Participation Plan in accordance with 24 CFR 570.486(a) (6). Adhere to necessary timelines with milestones for carrying out the public participation component as required by the Citizen Participation Plan.

Additional tasks AVANT-GARDE will complete include: Prepare information on low and moderate -income areas for consideration as program target locations. Assist City staff in preparing a Budget and Allocation Plan itemizing anticipated funding over the next five years uses of the funding and formula methodology to serve as the basis for the development of an Allocation Plan for all activities. Provide certifications to ensure compliance with all other Federal requirements. Coordinate with City staff to respond to all inquiries from HUD regarding the approved Consolidated Plan. Coordinate with City staff to ensure compliance with publishing and advertising requirements to obtain public input for preparing the draft of the Consolidated Plan. The City of Bellflower will be responsible for preparing, placing and payment of advertisements.

HOUSING REHABILITATION SERVICES
AVANT-GARDE is committed to providing the following technical assistance and administrative services for the City's housing rehabilitation program.

Intake/Assessment of Eligibility:

Make initial eligibility determination
of applicants based on established
City program eligibility criteria and
HUD income guidelines and the
apparent need for rehabilitation
measures to correct relevant
housing code or Housing Quality
Standard (HQS) deficiencies.

Property Inspection: Perform site
visits to ascertain that approved
and contracted/applicable
rehabilitation work is proceeding
properly and satisfactorily, will
authorize (with the homeowner's
written approval, including
signature and date) appropriate
change orders, and will mediate in
the event of owner dissatisfaction
with the work done by the
contractor. The initial property
inspection takes place following
Consultant's determination of
applicant and property eligibility to
Homeowner Rehabilitation Program

QUESTIONNAIRE
HOME OWNER(S) NAItIE:

PROPERTY ADDRESS.

HOME TELEPHONE: L) CELL PHONE-U
HOW MANY HOUSING UNITS ARE ON YOUR PROPERTY?
1 unit 2rsnits 3u its 4uu1,
DO YOU HAVE A HOME MORTGAGE? No Yes
ARE YOUR PROPERTY TAXES PAID TO DATE? No _ Yes _
DO YOU HAVE HOME INSURANCE? No _ Yes _
DO YOU HAVE ANY LIENS OR EQUITY LINES OF CREDIT AGAINST YOUR PROPERTY? No _ Yes _ - If yes, check belom:dl those that apply-
6 Lien/Deed of Toast Amount $ ; 2hd Lien/Deed of Tmst Amount $ .

WHAT IS THE CURRENT BALANCE OWED TO MORTAGE? $ OR Paid -off NUMBER OF PERSONS LIVING IN YOUR HOUSEHOLD? Aduhs Children TOTAL ANNUAL HOUSEHOLD INCOME: $
(htelude income of all adults 18 years of age and hoer) HOW MANY HOUSEHOLD MEMBERS, 18 YEARS OF AGE & OVER, ARE ATTENDING COLLEGE FULLTIME?
CERTIFICATION:

I certify by sighing this quesdommie, that die utfonnnion stated above is tare mod correct to the best of any knowledge. I realize drat giving false utfomtauon mill fesidt in disqualifying me from assistance of the Homeowner Relabilic tion Ping— I undetsand that acceptance of this questiontimue by die City of— does not constitute acceptance to tine Program.

Signature of Homeowner.

Signature of Honieosiner.

Date:

Date:
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determine rehabilitation needs for the purpose of the funding recommendation, environmental review and whether or not hazardous materials testing will be necessary.
• Subsequent inspections take place during the construction phase to verify compliance with contract specifications in order to validate the release of funds from escrow to the contractor. Consultant and the owner will conduct the final inspection upon completion of all work items. Inspections will schedule during the rehabilitation process.
• Environmental Documents: It is assumed that all projects will be exempt. Our team will prepare the documents required for
environmental compliance.
• Work Write -Ups: For each eligible unit to be assisted, Consultant will complete a detailed Work Description and Bid Proposal that details the rehabilitation work to be performed, including estimated
costs of each activity, materials to City of Date of Request (�Qidel be used, and industry or regulatory Home Rehab Program tr�E Kaa��'«w+:� standards to be met. This write-up
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approval by the homeowner. Request for NEPA & CEQA Clearance Solicitation and Selection of
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Consultant will assist homeowners in ensuring the description of the work contained in any contracts/agreements/work orders with contractors is as accurate as possible. • Loan Underwriting: Order Policy of Insurance of Record Title (PIRT) to determine the lien structure and how title is held, as well as property appraisals to determine the estimated post -rehabilitation value on units to be assisted with HOME funds.

Consultant will also prepare Loan Review Committee (LRC) Report and LRC Agenda & Determination Forms as well as schedule and conduct LRC meetings. 38 City of Bellflower RFP — Housing Consultant Services 03.14.2024

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• Loan Document Execution:

Facilitate the execution of
loan documents by the
owner and City staff at City CITY OF
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assisted. In addition,
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City to fund the escrow 6
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Notice to title company for
recordation following the three (3) business day cancellation period. • Approval of Contractor
Payments: As rehabilitation
progresses and as invoices are
submitted by contractors,
Consultant will verify that the
expenses are reasonable and
the work has been completed
properly (including sign -off by
the owner), and will submit to
City the applicable form(s)
executed by consultant and
property owner indicating that
the work has been completed
and it is satisfactory. This will be
City's verification of Consultant
approval of contractor
payment(s). Major tasks will
require approval from the City
before the Consultant can
proceed with work prior to
signing a contractor contract.
• Coordinate with City Staff on
invoices, general administrative
issues: Our staff will work closely
with the City's program
Property Owner:

Project Address:

Construction Contract Amount:

Payment Request No.1
Invoice Amount: $
5 % Retention Amount: $
Amount Paid: $
Balance Remaining: $
Change Order: $
New Contract Balance: S
Payment Request No. 2
Invoice Amount: $
5 % Retention Amount: $
Amount Paid: $
Balance Remaining: $
Change Order: $
New Contract Balance: $
Payment Request No. 3
Invoice Amount $
5 % Retention Amount: $
Amount Paid: $
Balance Remaining: $
Change Order: $
New Contract Balance: $
Invoice Amount: $
5 % Retention Amount: $
Amount Paid: $

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finance department to ensure that all project costs are tracked, paid and reimbursed.
• Provide public information at the direction of the City: Our Program Managers are well versed in ensuring that the community is aware of the programs available 39 City of Bellflower RFP — Housing Consultant Services 03.14.2024

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through the City. If the program needs to be promoted to engage participation, our team is ready to assist the City. We have developed and distributed program brochures, held community meetings, etc.
• Provide the City with monthly status reports: Monthly reports will be submitted to the City with an activity log. In addition, our monthly invoices will be broken down per property address to ensure that project delivery costs are kept for each project. This will help to ensure that the project delivery costs are tracked for each project and reimbursed by HUD.

Maintenance of Case Files and Other Records: For each application, Consultant will assist in maintaining case files, including but not limited to application and documentation of eligibility, work write-ups, contractor selection criteria, copy of contract/agreement/work order between owner and contractor(s), documents on all necessary licenses and permits, site visit/inspection reports (including final inspection), change orders as applicable, and contractor invoices for payment (with owner -signed- off). Consultant will also maintain appropriate information on persons residing in the property, including a list or lists identifying persons in the home immediately before the rehabilitation, after rehabilitation completion, and those moving in during
City or
rehabilitation (per24 Housing Rehabilitation and Preservation Program CFR 570.606 and 24
CFR 92.353).

Consultant will
maintain these and
other program and
financial records in
accordance with
record keeping
requirements as
specified in the
Agreement.

1. Program Methodology & Management

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The success of projects often depends on the strength of the collaboration between the city staff and the consultant. To this end, we would initiate this program with a thorough review of the proposal and a discussion of how well it meets the stated goals and objectives of the City. Any gaps, omissions or additional requirements are determined and discussed for possible inclusion in the services to be provided. This initial review is followed by a detailed summary of the methodology, product deliverables and a timeline with benchmarks clearly identified. This document would be approved by the authorized City staff and then becomes the guiding document. Any changes to this original document and timeline are quickly reduced to writing and approved by both the client and our firm. The purpose is to ensure that we are always moving toward the 40 City of Bellflower RFP — Housing Consultant Services 03.14.2024

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common and agreed upon goal and that the progress is consistent with the needs of the City.

In order for the process and the program to proceed according to the needs of the City of Bellflower, it is critical that certain exchanges and procedures occur between staff and consultant. We want to ensure that the staff is fully informed of all tasks undertaken and the results and findings we develop. We will be available and fully prepared to discuss the program and to collaborate when a change in course may be advisable.

Most importantly, the City will receive services and product deliverables that are founded on good planning and economic development principles and in a format that is easy to use, apply and update as conditions may change.

In summary, our approach to program management is to agree on the goals and objectives to be achieved at the inception of the project. The process and product deliverables are reduced to writing so that both the City and our firm have a clear understanding of the project parameters and the method by which success is to be achieved. We prepare a timeline that is updated regularly to ensure that the project remains on track and/or that required extensions are known in advance and agreed upon by City staff. We maintain regular and consistent communication with scheduled meetings to update City staff on the status of the various project tasks and to share findings and results. These basic principles have served our firm well and significantly contributed to the success we have experienced with all of our past assignments.

Stakeholders and Community Outreach: AVANT-GARDE is committed to clear communication, inclusive of internal and external office coordination, coordination with assisting or collaborative consultants, and identified stakeholders. AVANT-GARDE can assist the City in developing communication messages and organizing and managing events and meetings intended to draw attention to the City's programs funded with CDBG and HOME funds.

2. Client Satisfaction
AVANT-GARDE requires that adequate quality assurance/quality control (QA/QC) be implemented on each project. The Project Director provides the leadership and guidance to obtain the end results for all services provided by the company. Generally, a project management plan is prepared. The project management plan defines specific project deliverables, implementation criteria, staff and resource loading, work task schedule with project milestones, and project responsibilities. The project management plan and the QA/QC plan are complimentary and are mutually incorporative. Daily contact by the Project Director with each on -going activity provides support and guidance, maintains focus and momentum, and monitors the quality of work. Regularly scheduled project staff meetings for reviewing and general work status, reviewing technical elements of the project, coordinating and interfacing of activities, reviewing costs, and discussing upcoming activities and responsibilities are all standard procedures of our quality assurance to each and every project.

AVANT-GARDE is committed to excellence and stands behind our reputation to provide only the highest level of products and services in an effort to enhance the quality of life for the communities we serve. Whether working on a specific project or a long-term 41 City of Bellflower RFP - Housing Consultant Services 03.14.2024

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SECTION 5. CITY PROVIDED SUPPORT
Ms. LeNoue will serve as the point person. She is familiar with the City process and will aim to prepare concise communications with staff on an as needed basis. By utilizing staff with unique experience and expertise in HUD programming, AVANT-GARDE is well versed and able to problem solve the many anticipated issues. As an extension of the City team, our goal is to collaborate with staff and to do this we, the consultants, need an agreed upon project approach, timeline and list of product deliverables. This activity and the written results are critical to the process and the expected outcome of the program.

Regular Communication: The basic elements of this collaboration include regular and consistent communication with the City's staff. We ask that a regular meeting date and times will be established as a means to ensure that the program is proceeding according to plan and to advise staff of any recommended changes in direction and/or unexpected delays. City Staff Review L Comment: The review and comment by City Staff, with respect to reports and/or other documents, is a critical element to the successful completion of each project and to maintaining the project timeline. Data Sharing: We would request that City staff provide relevant reports, demographic data and any other information that would assist us in completing projects on behalf of the City. All data and information that may impact the various projects and/or tasks assigned are requested to understand where gaps may exist and where new data may need to be developed. 43 City of Bellflower RFP — Housing Consultant Services 03.14.2024

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SECTION 6. ADMINISTRATIVE REQUIREMENTS
AVANT-GARDE's proposal is signed by a company officer and shall remain valid for a period of not less than 120 days from the date of submittal. 44 City of Bellflower RFP - Housing Consultant Services 03.14.2024

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SECTION 7. REFERENCES
Below is a list of references that can be contacted. A description of responsibilities and work performed is provided in Section 3 - Prior Experience.

Betty Donavanik, Director of Community and Economic Development City of El Monte, 11333 Valley Blvd., El Monte, CA 91731, (626) 580-2056 Viviana McDaniel, Grants Division Manager
City of Moreno Valley, 14177 Frederick Street, Moreno Valley, CA 92553, (951)413-3098 Meredith Elguira, Director of Community Development
City of South Gate, 8650 California Ave, South Gate, CA 90280, (323) 563-9500 Gabriel Linares, Director of Community Development
City of Lynwood, 11330 Bullis Road, Lynwood, CA 90262, (310) 603-0220 ext. 605 Jim DellaLonga, Director of Economic Development
City of Bellflower, 16600 Civic Center Dr., Bellflower, CA 90706, (562) 804-1424 ext. 2224 45 City of Bellflower RFP - Housing Consultant Services 03.14.2024

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SECTION 8. COST PROPOSAL
AVANT-GARDE is proposing the following hourly rates:

Program Director
$150
Program Manager
$135
Senior Program Coordinator
$125
Program Coordinator
$1 10
Housing Rehab Specialist
$100
Program Assistant
$100
It should be noted that our hourly rates are fully loaded. No additional costs will be billed to the City such as travel, duplication of materials, binding, mailing, etc. 46 City of Bellflower RFP — Housing Consultant Services 03.14,2024

Notice of RFP for Housing Consultant Services
City of Bellflower

APPENDIX A

CITY OF BELLFLOWER - REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS

COST PROPOSAL FORM FOR HOUSING CONSULTANT SERVICES
A. Proposal is based on a two-year Agreement, with an option to renew up to three successive one year terms. The annual cost to the City will not exceed $75,000 in total billed hours, not including the preparation of the 5-Year Consolidated Plan and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.

Personnel
Hourl Rate
Program Director
$150
Program Manager
$135
Sr. Program Coordinator
$125
Program Coordinator
$110
Program Assistant / Housing Rehab Specialist
$100
B. Not -to -exceed cost for the preparation of the 5-Year Consolidated Plan and Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice:
$ 40,500
Authorized Signatur :

Type Name: Ana Marie LeNoue
Title: President/CEO
Date: March 14, 2024

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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
ATTENTION: Ryan Smoot, City Manager
FROM: Elizabeth C. Oba, Director of Planning and Building Services SUBJECT: Consideration and possible action to approve the 2024 Fireworks Permits.

DATE: April 22, 2024

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
Bellflower Municipal Code ("BMC") Chapter 8.16 regulates the use and sale of fireworks in the City. Chapter 8.16 establishes the procedure for obtaining a permit. Each year, a list of all qualified applicants is presented to the City Council for formal acceptance.

Upon approval by the City Council, Fireworks Permits are issued.

RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL
1) Approve fourteen (14) Fireworks Permits; or
2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

FISCAL IMPACT
All fourteen (14) applicants submitted the required fees of $106.00 for the Fireworks Permit and $179.00 for the Miscellaneous Permit, for a total of $3,990.00.

A $150.00 cash bond was also collected from each applicant, for a total of $2,100.00, to guarantee faithful performance of the terms and provisions of the BMC. The deposit is refundable upon expiration of the permit and removal of the stand, minus any actual costs incurred by the City as a result of a permittee's failure to perform. The total amount collected is $6,090.00. All fees were collected before April 1, 2024.

DISCUSSION
Per BMC Chapter 8.16, the process to apply for a Fireworks Permit is as follows:
• In December, an invitation letter from the City is mailed out to all previous Fireworks Permit Holders requesting they once again apply for a Fireworks Permit and submit a "Letter of Intent" to the City to apply for a permit. • Upon the City's receipt of "Letters of Intent," a list is generated of those who wish to obtain a Fireworks Permit. Pursuant to BMC Subsection 8.16.030(D), the maximum number of permits to be issued is fourteen (14).

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Staff Report — Approval of the 2024 Fireworks Permits
April 22, 2024

DISCUSSION — Continued
• Following the determination of the number of applications to be submitted, a letter is mailed in March to all eligible applicants indicating their current Fireworks Permit status and, depending on their status, may or may not contain a revised Fireworks Permit Application, Business License, Miscellaneous Permit, and Electrical Permit.
• All applications are due back to the City by April 1, 2024, and each application for a Fireworks Permit must provide documentation including, but not limited to, the following:
+ A copy of the rental agreement with the landowner;
+ A copy of the agreement with the fireworks supplier;
❖ A diagram showing the exact location of the stand in relation to adjacent streets and any other structures on the lot or adjacent lots, and onsite traffic circulation;
+ A list containing a minimum of twenty (20) of the organization's members who either reside in the City, are employed in the City, or are owners or operators of a business or other establishment located in the City, including their names, addresses, and telephone numbers, as of the date of the application;
❖ An application for a Miscellaneous Building Permit for location and erection of a temporary structure, accompanied by the requisite permit fees pursuant to City Council Resolution No. 23-26;
❖ An application for an Electrical Permit for any stand using an electrical power source other than a portable generator, accompanied by the requisite permit fees pursuant to City Council Resolution No. 23-26; and + A $150.00 cash bond to guarantee faithful performance of the terms and provisions of BMC Subsection 8.16.020(E)(7), refundable upon expiration of the permit and removal of the stand, minus actual costs incurred by the City as a result of the permittee's failure to perform.

A complete list of requirements for Fireworks Permit is outlined in BMC Chapter

8.16 (see page 6).
• The list of all qualified applicants is then presented to the City Council for formal acceptance (at the April 22, 2024, City Council meeting) and upon approval by the City Council, Fireworks Permits will be issued.
• Fireworks Stands are allowed to be erected starting on noon of June 21, 2024, and a City Inspector will then inspect all fourteen (14) stands. • Fireworks Stands are permitted to sell merchandise from July 1 through July 4, 2024.
• By July 10, 2024, all Fireworks Stands are to be dismantled and the location cleaned of all debris.
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Staff Report — Approval of the 2024 Fireworks Permits
April 22, 2024

DISCUSSION — Continued
• The $150.00 cash bond will then be refunded provided the stand locations are returned to their previous state.

Pursuant to BMC Chapter 8.16, all fourteen (14) applicants have complied with the requirements by completing and submitting all required forms and documentation.

ATTACHMENTS
2024 List of Fireworks Permit Applicants 4
City Map of Fireworks Stand Locations 5
BMC Chapter 8.16 (Regulating Fireworks) 6
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9320 Alondra Blvd.

Bellflower, CA 90707
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10248 Alondra Blvd.

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8.16.010
CHAPTER 8.16

REGULATLNG FIREWORK'S

8.16.010
§ 8.16.010. Fireworks.

This chapter shall govern the sale, offer for sale, use, discharge, firing or possession of fireworks. It is unlawful for any person to sell, offer for sale_ have in luslier possession, fire, set off. discharge or use, or cause or permit to be sold, offered for sale, possessed by such person, fired, set off discharged or used. any fireworks unless such firework are classified as "safe and sane" by the State Fire Marshal (referred to as "safe and sane fireworks" in this chapter) and unless in addition all terms and provisions of the State Fireworks Law contained in Part 2 of Division 11 of the Health and Safety Code of the State of California and all provisions of this chapter are complied with. Nothing herein contained shall prohibit the public display of fireworks as authored by Section S.16.070 of thisCode subject to the terms and provisions of the State Fireworks Law., A. Notwithstanding the provisions of this Code or the Fire Code to the contrary, safe and sane fireworks May be sold within the City of Bellflower between the hours of 8:00 am- and 10:00 p.m.. on the days of July 1, July 2, and July 3, and between the hours of 800 a..m. and 12:00 midnight on July 4 provided a permit has been first obtained pursuant to this chapter to do so and further provided that the terms any provisions of this Code and the State Fireworks Law are complied with at all times,. 3 It is unlawful for any person to fire, set off, discharge or use, or cause or permit to be fired, set off: discharged or used any fireworks occept that safe and sane fireworks eras be fired, set off. discharged or used during the period between 10:00 am., and 11::00 p..nt. on the days of July 1. July 2, Jul. 3. and July 5, and between the hours of 10:00 am., and 12:00 midnight on July 4_
C It is unlawful for any person to have in his ber possession any fireworks at any time of the year except from 8:00 a.rn, on July 1 through 12:00 midnight on July.° 5, except that the storage within an enclosed structure of safe and sane fireworks for personal use which have been sold as a single retail package or portion thereof shall not constitute possession for pat .roses of this chapter. The provisions of this chapter are not applicable to public agencies or manufacturers or suppsers of fireworks for public display or storage. Organizations to which permits have been issued may accept delivery of fireworks for stocking purposes no more than 24 hours prior to the time allotted for fireworks sales.

D. Except as provided in Section 8.16.070 of this Code, no person shall possess, transport buy, offer to buy, sell, offer to sell_ give. receive, fire, set off, discharge or use any fireworks not classified as "safe and sane" by the State Fire Marshal.

E It is unlawful for any child under the age of 16 years to possess. transport.. buy. offer to buy, sell. offer to sell, give. receive. fire, set off, discharge or use any fireworks classified as "safe and sane" by the State Fire Marshal. except in the presence of that child's parent, guardian or other adult person acting in loco parentis..

F No person shall possess. transport, buy., offer to buy. sell, offer to sell. give. receive. -6-

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§ 8.16.010
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fire.. set off discharge or use an_r safe and sane fireworks in a manner likely to cause injury to life or property.

G. No person acting as the parent, guardian or other adult person acting in loco parentis for a child under the age of 16 years shall permit that child to possess, transport, buy, offer to buy, sell, offer to sell. give, receive, fire, set off, discharge or use any safe and sane fireworks in a manner likely to cause injury to life or property H. No person shall sell. offer to sell. give, or otherwise transfer any safe and sane fireworks to any child under the age of 16 years, except for a child accompanied by the parent, guardian or other adult person acting in loco parentis of that child. (Prior code $ 12-3.1)

8.16.0'_0. Permits for Sale of Safe and Sane Fireworks.

Commencing. in 2003. all applications for permit to sell at retail safe and sane fireworks shall comply -pith and be governed by the provisions of the State Fireworks Law and. in addition_ shall be governed by the foliov.ing-
X The Director of Commtmity Development shall solicit a letter of intent in accordance with Subsection B of this section from all prior year permit holders and those on the waiting list on or prior to the first day of January in each year. Such solicitation shall be by certified mail.

B Each interested party. including prior year pesmittees and those on the waiting list_ shah provide a letter of intent to apply for a current year pertain on or prior to the first day of February in each year.. Only those parties that provide such a letterof interest are eligible to apply for a permit
C All interested parties, who have previously submitted the required letter of intent shall submit an application to sell at retail safe and sane fireworks on or prior to the first day. of April in each year.

D. Each application shall set forth:

1. The proposed location of the fireworks stand.

The total amount of any compensation required to be paid to a property owner or manager for the cost of renting a location for the fireworks stand

3. The principal and permanent meeting place of the applicant organization, the address of the reting place and the day and time of the meeting

4. The details of the intended charitable use of the proceeds from the sale of fireworks in a form acceptable to the Director of C om munity Des.elopnten ..

M At or before the time of issuance ofpermit the applicant will deliver to the City public liability insurance and products liability insurance, bonds or riders, designating the City as an additional insured. in the minimum amount of one million dollars (S1.000,000.GO) per person. one mullion dollars'

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The applicant's State Board of Equalization resale number.

The applicant's retail fireworks license issued by tiie State Fire Marshal.

Such other information as deemed appropriate by the Director of Conunnunity Development.

The signature of an authorized representative of the applicant attesting under penalty of perjury that the information contained in the application is true and correct_
application must be accompanied by
An application processing fee. Except as other/x.1w provided by applicable law, all fees applicable to this chapter. excluding business license taxes and fees, will be established by City Council resolution. Such charges will be determined by the depastment and be based on the actual cost incurred by the City in prol.-iding services, Such service charges will include.. without limitation charges for labor~ super ision. oveshead, administraticr and the use of any and all City equipment, and supplies.

A copy of the agreement the lando.xner and fireworks supplier.

A diagram showing the exact location of the stand in relation to adjacent streets and any other structures on the lot or adjacent lots, and onsite traffic circulation.
4 A list contauurig a minrnium of 20 of the organization's members who either reside in the City, are employed in the City, or are o~txners or operators of a business or other establishment located in the City, including their names. addresses, and telephone numbers.. as of the date of the application An application for a miscellaneous building permit for location and erection of a temporary structure, accompanied by the requisite permit fees as determined by separate resolution of the City Council,

6. An application for an electrical permit for any stand using an electrical power source other than a portable generator_ accompanied by the requite pemiit fees as determined by separate resolution of the City- Council.

7.. A 8150 cash bond to guarantee faithful performance of the terms and provisions of this chapter. refundable upon expiration of the permit and removal of the stand, less actual costs incurred by the City as a result of the permittee's failure to perform_
(Prior code § 12-3.2; Ord. 1336 15. 5.8 17 )
§ 8.16.030. Prerequisites to Issuance of Pe►suits.

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8.16.030
§ 8.16.030
the discretion of the City Council and subject to such other reasonable conditions as the City Council determines necessary to protect the public health, safety and welfare. The City Council does hereby declare its intention to issue only a limited number of permits in order to prevent an unsightly or undue or unsafe concentration of fireworks stands The following qualifications must be met in addition to the other requirements set forth in this chapter or in the State Fireworks Law, before a permit may be issued:

A. Upon receipt of the report of the Fire Department, the City Council may issue permits to those persons or organizations determined by it to be responsible, and organized and existing as nonprofit or tax exempt associations as recognized by the State of California or the Internal Revenue Code primarily for patriotic. veteran_. civic betterment, religious. welfare, youth or charitable purposes.. No permit shall be issued to other than adult persons.

B. The applicant must be an organization which meets all of the following criteria: I➢ it has its principal and permanent meeting place in the City; 2) it must have been organized and established in. the City for a minimum of one year continually preceding the filing of the application for the permit and 3) such organization must have a bona fide membership of at least 20 members who either reside in the City, ale employed in the City, or are owners or operator's of a business or other establishment located in the City.

C There shall be not more than one stand per pemnittee Only cane permit shall be issued for any parent. principal. or master group or organization unless the City Council findsin a given: case, because of the circummstances of the stand location or other factors, the intent of this chapter will not be defeated br issuing more than one permit. The intent of this requirement is to limit applicants. who othe ise qualify, to one permit as to each such parent or principal group or organization and to eliminate anv one principal or parent group or association from having permits issued to associate, derivative. ancillary, subsidiary: or si pport groups or entities_ Touring in this chapter shall prohibit more than one group or organization meeting all qualifications specified in this chapter from jointly applwvng for a fireworks permit In such case, however, only a single permit will be issued. and no organization not previously having obtained a permit in its own right shall denve any independent right to a separate permit or to its partner organization(s)' rights in the event a partner organization shall cease operating a stand D. The nmaxirnunn number of permits that may be issued pursuant to this chapter during any one calendar year shall not exceed 17 in 2002 and 14 commencing in 2003 Applications for a permit shall be heard and considered b7 the City Council. Except for grandfathered permits pursuant to Subsection E of this section' if the City Council should determine that there are more than 17 applications in 2002 and 14 applications commencing in 2003 which are qualified for permits., the vacancy will be filled by the next qualified applicant in the order received on the waiting list maintained by the Director of Community Development.

E. Those organizations which obtained a permit in the year 2002 may, notwithstanding the provisions of Subsection (D) of this section., in the discretion of the City -9-

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Council, be issued a permit until such time that said organization does not received a pemiit in a given year. or had such a permit revoked per Section 8.16.060(1) of thus Code, provided that the organization is qualified and is in substantial compliance under all other sections of this chapter to hold a permit for a fireworks stand.

F. The Director of Connnaunity Development shall establish and maintain a waiting list. in the order received. of those organizations that have e..xpressed an interest in obtaining a permit for the sale of safe and sane fireworks when a permit becomes available.
(Prior code § 12-3.))

8.16.0.10. Operation of Stand.

Every fireworks stand shall be staffed only by members of the perm ttee organization(s). members of their immediate families. or volunteers and no person below the age of 18 years shall at any time be or be permitted inside of .said stand or to assist in the handling or sale of fireworks.

B. No person shall be paid any consideration, for selling or otherwise participating in the sale of fireworks at such stand.

C`. Every organization mil be responsible to rake certain that eve person selling fireworks from that organization's stand shalt distribute with each sale a flier from the Ctr, containing information on laws and corresponding penalties concerning fireworks.. It will be the responsibility of every organization to obtain a sufficient number of fliers from the City,
(Prior code § 12-14)

8.16.00. Tempos Finer or ks Stands.

All retail sales of safe and sane fireworks shall be permitted only from %trim a temporary fireworks stand. and the sale from any other building or structure is hereby prohibited.. Teir.p orary stands shall be subject to the following provisions:

A. No fireworks stand shall be located within 25 feet of any other building. or within 15 feet of any street curb line. or within 100 feet of anv premises here flasnunnable liquids are dispensed. For purposes of this section. "dispensed shall i.nean. the removal of a flanunnable liquid from one container and its transfer to another.

B. Fireworks stands as temporary structures shall not be subject to the terms and provisions of the Building Code applicable to the constriction of permanent structures or buildings. provided, however, that all such stands are erected under the supervision of the Building Official, who shall require such stands to be constructed in a manner which will reasonably insure the safety: of attendants and patrons, All utilities shall be installed and maintained in accordance with the Building Code.

C No stand shall have a floor area in excess of 400 square feet, D. Each stand must have at least two exits; and each stand in excess of 24 feet in length must have at least three exits. spaced approximately equal distant apart provided. -10-

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however. that m no case shall the distance berveen the exits exceed 12 feet.

E. Each stand shall be provided with two 2.5 -gallon water -type fire extinguishers, in good 'working order and easily accessible for use in case of fire,.

F. No vehicle will be permitted to park within 25 feet of the stand, G. Notwithstanding any other provisions of this Code, fireworks stands may be established only in the General Commercial (CG) and Light Industrial NI) zones, as flirter described in Title 17 of this Code. and in no other zone even if the provisions of those zones are incorporated by reference, except that a pennittee may establish a fireworks stand on that pennittee`s property pro sided that the property abuts a primary arterial street as defined in the Circulation Element of the Bellflower General Plan and the stand is located no closer than 200 feet from a residential dwelling
H. 411 fireworks stands shall be so located as to provide safe and reasonable ingress and egress thereto and to comply with the other provisions and terms of this section.

Said stands shall be located substantially at that place indicated on the approved permit for such fireworks stand,.

Commencing in 2003. the total amount of any con xnsarion paid by an organization to a property owner or manager for the cost of renting a location for placement of a firework's stand shall not exceed S1,000 in any one year, whether paid in cash or merchandise and •i.vhether paid by the organization or other party_ including a company distributing fireWorks. El.lery five years, a cost of hying adjustment (COLA) equal to the change in the Consumer Price Index between the base year index and the filth year following the base year index for All Urban Censumery in the Los Angeles -Riverside -Orange County area will be applied to increase the maximum allowed rent. The initial base year index :gill be June 2002- and will be revised every five .-ears thereafter to June of the year in which the most recent COLA was applied. The COLA in any five year period will be rounded to the nearest multiple of S25. not to exceed 1 5" 0 and no negative COLA Shall be applied.
(Prior code § 12-3.5)

8.16.060. General Requirements for Perinittees.

A. Stands shall not be located closer than 500 feet apart. and no more than two stands shall be located on the same parcel of property. Those persons or organizations having a continuous agreement with a property owner since the year 2091 for a site which does not comply with this distance requirement may, in the discretion of the City Council. continue to utilize such site until such time that the use has been suspended or discontinued in any given year.
$ All '.weeds and combustible material. not including structures. shall be cleared from the location of the stand. and for a distance of at least 100 feet surrounding the stand..
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C. "No smoking" signs shall be prominently displayed in four inch letters, both inside and outside the fire, orks stand. No person shall smoke or burn any cigarettes. cigars, pipes or things within such stand or within a distaimce of 20 feet surrounding such stand.

D. A sign shall be posted on the outside of each fireworks stand stating "FIREIN'ORI S SHALL NOT BE SOLD TO PERSONS UNDER 16 YEARS OF AGE. Letters shall not be less than three inches in height.

E Each stand must have an adult, 21 years of age or older, watchman or attendant in attendance and in charge thereof at all tinmes while fireworks are stored therein. No cooking. living or sleeping. facilities shall be established or maintained within any stand. No watchman or guard shall sleep inside any such stand.

F_ All unsold stock and accompanying litter shall be removed from the locati 12:00 noon on the fifth day of July..

G. No fireworks stand shall be installed priory to 12:00 noon on June 21 and each such stand shall be removed from the temporary- location by 12::00 noon on the tenth day of July and all accompanying hoer.. debris, building materials, utility connections, and other facilities or equipment or materials shall be cleared from said location by said time and date_
H. All permits and hcenses shall ex at 12:00 anti h ight on the fourth day of Jtuly each year -
I.. ..Any permit or license shall be subject to immediate suspension by order of the Director of Community Development if he or she or his her dui•, authorized deputy has determined that any permiittee has failed to comply with the terms and provisions of this Code or aty condition of the permit. Within 24 hours of the suspension. the City Manager or his.ber designee shall hold a hearing to receive evidence from the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Department,. Los Angeles County Fire Department_ Director of Con" itti Development or his her designee and: or the pernuttee, and determine the facts of the caseAny such permit or license may be revoked by the City Manager when it is found and determined that a pemnttee has failed to comply with the terms and provisions of this Code or with any of the conditions of said permit or where the City Manager has found and determined that the preservation of the public healthsafety, peace and ;welfare demand revocation of said license or permit, or where a permit or license has been granted on false or fraudulent evidence, testinmony or application. In all such cases the decision of the City Manager will be final,

7. No less than 100% of the gross proceeds derived from the sale of freworks in the City. less only expenses related to the cost of purchasing the fireworks actually sold and costs incurred in complying with this Chapter, shall be spent to benefit patriotic, veteran. civic betterment. religious, welfare, youth or charitable purposes.

An accounting of gross receipts: all expenditures and the use of the net profits. along with a copy of the corresponding State sales tax report, shall be presented to the Director of Conwmunity Development no later than April 1 of the folio .wing. -12-

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§ 8.16.060
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year. Said report must be in a format acceptable to the Director of Community Development. Organizations failing to submit an acceptable accounting, both as to form and content, may be denied a permit,
(Prior code § 12-3.6)
§ 8.16.070. Public Display of Fireworks.

Notwithstanding the provisions of Sections 8.16,010 through 8.16.060 of this Code. public display of fireworks. as defined in the State Fireworks Laws, mad; be conducted subject to all of the terms and provisions therein contained provided that a pemnit therefor has been granted by the City Council. Such public displays, in addition, shall be subject to all rules and regulations contained in the Fire Code. (Prior code § 12-3.7)
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
ATTENTION: Ryan Smoot, City Manager
FROM: Len Gorecki, Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works Jerry Stock, City Engineer
SUBJECT: Consideration and possible action to authorize the Director of Public Works, or designee, to convert the existing 2-way `Stop' controls to 4-way `Stop' controls on Linden Street and Leahy Avenue and install red curb parking restrictions at 15561 Leahy Avenue (C.E.# 24-03).

DATE: April 22, 2024

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
This action would approve and authorize the conversion of the existing 2-way `Stop' controls to 4-way `Stop' controls on Linden Street and Leahy Avenue and install red curb parking restrictions at 15561 Leahy Avenue pursuant to Bellflower Municipal Code ("BMC") Chapter 10.04.

RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL
1) Authorize the Director of Public Works, or designee, to convert the existing 2-way `Stop' controls to 4-way `Stop' controls on Linden Street and Leahy Avenue; and 2) Authorize the Director of Public Works, or designee, to install red curb parking restrictions at 15561 Leahy Avenue; or
3) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

FISCAL IMPACT
The estimated cost to convert the existing 2-way `Stop' controls to 4-way `Stop' controls is $1,500.00. Funds are budgeted in Account Nos. 010-43180-3100 (Street Maintenance Street Signs) and 010-43170-3100 (Street Maintenance Traffic Paint).

DISCUSSION
The City received a request to install additional `Stop' controls at the intersection of Linden Street and Leahy Avenue, specifically to convert the existing 2-way `Stop' controls into 4-way (all directions) `Stop' controls. Currently only Linden Street is STOP controlled. Based upon an engineering assessment of this request, staff determined that this intersection is recommended for conversion from the existing 2-way to 4-way `Stop' controls.

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Staff Report — Conversion of 2-way `Stop' Controls to 4-way `Stop' Controls on Linden Street at Leahy Avenue and installation of red curb parking restrictions at 15561 Leahy Avenue
April 22, 2024

DISCUSSION — Continued
The guidelines for `Stop' control installations are contained within the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD). The guidelines state that `Stop' signs should be used on a less important road (minor street) that intersects with a main road because the application of the normal vehicle right-of-way rule would not be expected to provide reasonable compliance with the law. For the intersections under consideration, when the characteristics of intersecting streets are similar (both considered minor streets), both streets are in a residential neighborhood, both streets are between thirty (30) and forty (40) feet in width, and to assign right-of-way more clearly, the conversion from a 2-way `Stop' to a 4-way `Stop' does not require an extensive and detailed traffic engineering study.

The field assessment performed by the City Engineer confirmed that conditions such as limited driver line -of -sight exist at the proposed intersection. As a result, staff is proposing to install `Stop' controls (Stop signs, limit lines and `STOP' pavement legends) in both travel directions at the intersection. Therefore, in an effort to enhance safety and more clearly assign right-of-way, the conversion of the existing 2-way `Stop' control measures to 4-way `Stop' controls at the intersection is being recommended.

The proposed change is illustrated in the attached aerial photograph.

The conversion of the existing 2-way `Stop' controls to 4-way `Stop' controls at this intersection was previously discussed by the Public Safety Commission at its February 20, 2024, meeting but not recommended for approval. The City Engineer moved the request for both the Jefferson Street at Leahy Avenue and Linden Street at Leahy Avenue item forward for City Council consideration at its March 11, 2024, meeting. The City Council subsequently approved the conversion at the intersection of Jefferson Street at Leahy Avenue but requested that the item be brought back to the Public Safety Commission for reconsideration for the intersection of Linden Street at Leahy Avenue.

On April 2, 2024, Public Works staff re -noticed the residents within the area of this intersection that this matter would be brought back before the Public Safety Commission at its April 16, 2024, meeting.

It was noted at the February 20, 2024, Public Safety Commission meeting that vehicles parked near the curb return fronting 15561 Leahy Avenue may impede egress from the garage fronting 15560 Leahy Avenue. With the recent passage of Assembly Bill 413, which took effect on January 1, 2024, no vehicle may be parked within twenty (20) feet of a marked or unmarked crosswalk therefore the Public Safety Commission requested that the twenty (20) foot area fronting 15561 Leahy Avenue be painted red as part of their recommendation for approval of the `Stop' conversion at the April 16, 2024, Public Safety Commission Meeting.

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SUBJECT: Notification of Pending Changes — Conversion of Existing 2-way `Stop' controls to 4-way `Stop' controls on Linden Street at Leahy Avenue Dear Resident/Property Owner. -
This letter is to inform you of the proposed changes described below.

The City is proposing to convert the existing 2-way `Stop' controls to 4-way `Stop' controls on Linden Street at Leahy Avenue. The proposed change is illustrated in the attached aerial photograph.

This item will be discussed at the City of Bellflower's Public Safety Commission meeting on Tuesday, April 16, 2024. The meeting will be held at Bellflower City Hall in the City Council Chambers located at 16600 Civic Center Drive. The meeting will start at 7:00 p.m.

You are welcome to make your concerns known to the City by contacting Jerry Stock, City Engineer, at (562) 804-1424, ext. 2218 prior to April 16, 2024, or by presenting them at the April 16th Public Safety Commission meeting. Thank you in advance for your cooperation.

Sincerely,
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Public Works Coordinator
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SUBJECT: Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the April 8, 2024, Regular Meeting of the City Council.

DATE: April 22, 2024

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1) Approve the April 8, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes; or 2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.

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MINUTES
CROWING TOOET10- CITY OF BELLFLOWER

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BELLFLOWER CITY COUNCIL
MONDAY, APRIL 8, 2024

BELLFLOWER CITY HALL - COUNCIL CHAMBERS
5:30 P.M. CLOSED SESSION / 7:00 P.M. OPEN SESSION
5:30 P.M. - CLOSED SESSION
1 CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Koops called the Regular Meeting to order at 5:33 p.m. in the Council Chambers at Bellflower City Hall, 16600 Civic Center Drive, Bellflower. 2 ROLL CALL
The following members of the City Council responded present to roll call:

Mayor Dan Koops
Mayor Pro Tern Ray Dunton
Council Member Wendi Morse
Council Member Victor A. Sanchez
Council Member Sonny R. Santa Ines
For the record, 1) City Manager Smoot read the title of the Closed Session item; and 2) Council Member Morse announced that she would recuse herself from Item 3-A as she has property interests within 500 feet of the subject property.

There being no one from the public in attendance, without objection, Mayor Koops recessed the Meeting at 5:34 p.m. to a Closed Session regarding:

A CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8)
Property: Assessor Parcel Nos. 7109-013-900, 7109-013-036, and 7109-013-037
Agency Negotiator: Ryan Smoot, City Manager
Negotiating Party: Christopher Beck, Newmark
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment
For the record, Closed Session adjourned at 5.45 p.m.

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April 8, 2024 Page 2 of 15
4 RECONVENE FOR OPEN SESSION
Mayor Koops reconvened the Meeting at 7:02 p.m. with all members present and announced that no reportable action was taken during Closed Session. 7:00 P.M. - OPEN SESSION
5 CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Koops called the Open Session of the Regular City Council Meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
6 ROLL CALL
The following members of the City Council responded present to roll call:

Mayor Dan Koops
Mayor Pro Tern Ray Dunton
Council Member Wendi Morse
Council Member Victor A. Sanchez
Council Member Sonny R. Santa Ines
Staff Participants:

Ryan Smoot, City Manager
Karl H. Berger, City Attorney
Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk
Len Gorecki, Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works Jim DellaLonga, Director of Economic Development
Elizabeth Oba, Director of Planning & Building Services Travis Sais, Deputy City Manager
Jennifer Poole, Management Assistant
7 INVOCATION
Mayor Dan Koops offered the Invocation.
8 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Director of Economic Development Jim DellaLonga led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
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9-A CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Item No. 9-A

Mayor Koops provided details relative to the Small Business Kiosk Program with applications for Kiosk B accepted through April 19, 2024.

Mayor Pro Tern Dunton provided details relative to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department and Kaiser Permanente Drug Take Back Initiative Event on Saturday, April 27, 2024, to be held at Kaiser Permanente Bellflower Medical Office.

Council Member Sanchez provided details relative to the City's monthly E-Citizen Newsletter.

Council Member Santa Ines provided details relative to the Chamber of Commerce's "Business -to -Business Casual Connections" event on Thursday, April 25, 2024, and the next Monthly Morning Mingle to be held on April 30, 2024.

Council Member Morse provided details relative to the Fair Housing Foundation's 2024 Youth Poster Contest with a submission deadline of April 16, 2024. 9-13 PRESENTATION: Fair Housing Month Proclamation
Mayor Koops and his City Council colleagues declared April as Fair Housing Month in the City of Bellflower and presented the proclamation to Christina Prado, Outreach Coordinator for the Fair Housing Foundation.

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Oscar Villagomez, Library Manager, Clifton M. Brakensiek Library, introduced himself as the new Library Manager at the Clifton M. Brakensiek Library, expressed excitement about attending future Council meetings, and noted his previous experience at the South Whittier Library.

In response to comments made by Oscar Villagomez, Mayor Koops stated that he was always welcome to attend the meetings and promote library programs.

Gisella Gonzalez 1) referencing her public comments in February 2024 relative to safety concerns on Rosecrans Avenue, stated that her father was the victim of a hit-and-run incident on March 24, 2024, noting that he had sustained fractures and received treatment at Long Beach Memorial; and 2) noted another recent hit-and- run incident in the City and voiced general concerns about speeding and street racing on Rosecrans Avenue.

At the request of Mayor Koops, City Manager Smoot recommended she speak with Director of Public Safety Hockman.
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11 PUBLIC HEARINGS
Item No. 11

A Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 24-16 — A Resolution authorizing the City Manager to amend the FY 2023-24 Operating Budget and execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement File No. 422.1 between the City of Bellflower and M Power Communications Corporation for the purchase of real property located at 16730 Bellflower Boulevard (APN 7109-013-800 and 801).

City Manager Smoot introduced the item.

Director of Economic Development DellaLonga 1) provided a PowerPoint presentation of the Staff Report; and 2) along with Director of Finance Rhee and City Manager Smoot, responded to Council Members' questions.

Following discussion, it was moved by Dunton, seconded by Council Member Sanchez, and carried without objection, to open the public hearing.

For the record, the following individual spoke in favor of adopting Resolution No. 24-16:

Larry Wehage, Vice President, Bellflower Chamber of Commerce, 1) expressed his wholehearted support for the resolution; 2) highlighted the recent success of the Chamber of Commerce, noting that they had 86 attendees at the last monthly Morning Mingle Event, including individuals from out of town; 3) he emphasized the significance of the Chamber of Commerce and the potential for the property to be developed into something much grander; and 4) confirmed that he spoke on behalf of the Chamber of Commerce, underscoring their endorsement of the resolution.

It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Dunton, seconded by Council Member Sanchez, and carried without objection, to close the public hearing.

It was moved by Council Member Sanchez, seconded by
Council Member Santa Ines, and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, to adopt Resolution No. 24-16 amending the fiscal year 2023-24 Operating Budget to allocate funds for the property purchase and authorizing the City Manager to execute Purchase and Sale Agreement File No. 422.1, in a form approved by the City Attorney:

AYES: Council Members - Sanchez, Santa Ines, Dunton, Morse, and Mayor Koops
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11 PUBLIC HEARINGS — Continued
Item No. 11-B

B Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to amend the FY 2023-24 Operating Budget and execute a Purchase and Sale Agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Arioto Cali Properties Inc. for the purchase of real property located at 9835 Flower Street (APN 7109-013- 036 and 037).

City Manager Smoot introduced the item.

For the record, Council Member Morse 1) announced that she would recuse herself from this item as she has property interests within 500 feet of the subject property; and 2) left the dais and Council Chambers at 7:29 p.m.

For the record, Director of Economic Development DellaLonga requested a continuance of the public hearing to April 25, 2024.

It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Dunton, seconded by Council Member Sanchez, and carried without objection, to open the public hearing.

It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Dunton, seconded by
Council Member Santa Ines, and carried by the following roll call vote, to continue the matter to April 25, 2024:

AYES: Council Members -
RECUSE: Council Members -
Sanchez, Santa Ines, Dunton, and
Mayor Koops
Morse
For the record, Council Member Morse returned to the Council Chambers and dais at 7:31 p.m.

C Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 24-19 — A Resolution adopting policies and procedures for distributing economic development funds to business and/or property owners participating in the Economic Development Business Assistance Plan, and superseding Resolution No. 22-34.

CEQA: The City reviewed the environmental impacts of this activity under the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq. "CEQA") and the regulations promulgated thereunder (14 Cal. Code of Regs. §§ 15000, et seq., the "CEQA Guidelines"). CEQA Guidelines §§ 15060(c)(2), 15061(b)(3), and 15378 exempt activities that will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, activities where there is possibility that it may have a significant effect on the environment, and activities that do not constitute a "project" as defined, respectively. This Resolution is for general policies and procedure -making. Any subsequent funding request made pursuant to the Plan ordinance will be evaluated separately under the CEQA Guidelines. Accordingly, this Resolution is exempt from further review.

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Bellflower City Council Minutes Item No. 11-C
April 8, 2024 Page 6 of 15
11 PUBLIC HEARINGS — Continued
C Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 24-19 — Continued
City Manager Smoot introduced the item.

For the record, Director of Economic Development DellaLonga 1) provided a PowerPoint presentation of the Staff Report; and 2) along with City Attorney Berger and City Manager Smoot, responded to Council Members' questions.

Council Member Santa Ines 1) expressed concerns regarding provisions relative to the City's assistance with sales tax debt, as businesses are aware of their obligation to remit sales tax to Sacramento, expressing the opinion that the City's current approach may inadvertently encourage businesses to avoid paying sales tax in order to qualify for grants from the City; and 2) suggested removing the sales tax debt assistance component from the program and instead allocate the funds to help businesses address other challenges, such as new regulatory requirements In response to comments made by Council Member Santa Ines, 1) City Manager Smoot clarified that a business would need to owe at least $100,000 in arrears to qualify for the grant, and even if a business met this criteria, there is no guarantee that they would receive it as it is granted at the discretion of the City Council; and 2) at the request of Mayor Koops, City Attorney Berger confirmed that he could draft template language for the loan, but stated that it was a policy decision and reminded the City Council of the microloan program which has had less than optimal success, noting that while there may be avenues to recover the money, it may not be feasible if the entity goes bankrupt.

Following brief discussion, Council Member Sanchez 1) stated that he concurred with Council Member Santa Ines's assessment of the sales tax provision of the program, suggesting that removing the sales tax component could provide greater flexibility in utilizing the funds; and 2) expressed strong support for the program in general, particularly its expansion citywide.

Mayor Pro Tern Dunton 1) referenced his 35 years of experience collecting sales tax for a business and likened it to a general fund where all revenues converge; 2) reflected challenges businesses may face, such as unexpected expenses like employee accidents or storefront replacements due to smash-and-grab incidents; 3) highlighted the importance of assisting new businesses, noting that many entrepreneurs underestimate the financial demands of starting a business; and 4) recommended leaving the program as it was presented by staff.

Council Member Morse empathized with the challenges of starting a new business, but also emphasized the importance of finding a balance and recognizing the obligation to not default on sales tax.

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11 PUBLIC HEARINGS — Continued
Item No. 11-C

C Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 24-19 — Continued
Mayor Koops 1) expressed concern about the potential impact of sales tax delinquency issues on businesses, noting that sales tax issues would close a business quicker than any other issues; 2) emphasized the importance of implementing measures to support businesses facing such challenges, noting that while there's a risk of abuse, they prefer to give businesses the benefit of the doubt; 3) underscored the City Council's commitment to supporting local businesses in the City, suggesting that most are members of the Chamber of Commerce and an integral part of the community; and 4) stated that he concurred with Mayor Pro Tern Dunton's comments and was in favor of leaving the program as it was presented by staff.

For the record, City Manager Smoot 1) provided context regarding the consideration of sales tax in the program, explaining that the State could potentially seize assets, such as a liquor license, from businesses behind on their sales tax, which could jeopardize the viability of the business and its future operations; 2) emphasized that the potential impacts of not assisting with sales tax extends beyond individual businesses and may affect the ability to maintain certain business uses in the area; and 3) underscored the City's interest in preserving business continuity and ensuring the long-term sustainability of business operations in the community, which influenced the decision to include sales tax considerations in the program.

Following discussion, it was moved by Council Member Sanchez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Dunton, and carried without objection, to open the public hearing.

Larry Wehage, Vice President, Chamber of Commerce, 1) acknowledged the points made by others and discussed the potential benefits of learning from failures; 2) noted that while a failed business venture might result in financial loss for the City, it also presents an opportunity for growth and improvement; and 3) advocated for a cautious approach to decision -making, emphasizing the importance of the City's support in keeping local businesses in business for as long as possible.

Giovanni Degidio, Co -Business Owner, Hollywood Sports Park, expressed the opinion that 1) he acknowledged Council Member Santa Ines's perspective, but concurred with comments made by Mayor Pro Tern Dunton and Mayor Koops, as sales tax issues are the main reason businesses close and has a major domino effect; 2) the City Council's heart is in the right place and the easiest, non-restrictive way to help a business, is through supplementing sales tax; and 3) keeping a business open longer also keeps the neighboring businesses open longer.

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Bellflower City Council Minutes Item No. 11-C
April 8, 2024 Page 8 of 15
11 PUBLIC HEARINGS — Continued
C Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 24-19 — Continued
It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Dunton, seconded by Council Member Morse, and carried without objection, to close the public hearing.

Without objection, Council Member Santa Ines noted that he is very much in favor of the program as it provides new businesses a free one-year membership to the Chamber of Commerce, and requested Director DellaLonga confirm that staff would make the following clerical adjustments in the Section XI.B of Business Assistance Plan (Assistance Program: Chamber of Commerce New Business Welcoming Program): 1) in Section B.3 regarding a business having an existing lease, requested clarification as to why a "draft" lease would be needed since it references an existing lease; 2) in Section BA remove the reference regarding providing proof of payment of "rent"; and 3) adjust Section B.5 regarding "cannot sell or assign the business without approval," so that it's enforceable.

Without objection, Council Member Sanchez 1) agreed with Council Member Santa Ines that Section XI.B.5 is not necessary; and 2) requested staff revise the name of Section XI ("Assistance Program: Chamber of Commerce New Business Welcoming Program") to "City's New Business Welcoming Program," or something similar, to better reflect the City's funding of the program.

Following discussion, for the record, Council Member Santa Ines 1) expressed the opinion that they are all trying to help businesses, but they just disagree on how to go about doing that; and 2) stated that he is in favor of the New Business Welcoming Program, but is not in favor of the sales tax bailouts, so he will be abstaining on the matter.

It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Dunton, seconded by Council Member Morse, and carried by the following roll call vote, to adopt Resolution No. 24-19, including corrections as discussed, and with the caveat that the Economic Development Department will revise the name of Section XI ("Assistance Program: Chamber of Commerce New Business Welcoming Program") to "City's New Business Welcoming Program" or something similar to better reflect the City's funding of the program:

AYES: Council Members -
ABSTAIN: Council Members -
Sanchez, Dunton, Morse and
Mayor Koops
Santa Ines
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Bellflower City Council Minutes Item No. 11-D
April 8, 2024 Page 9 of 15
11 PUBLIC HEARINGS — Continued
D Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider providing direction to staff regarding a City Charter ballot measure.

City Manager Smoot 1) introduced the item and provided a PowerPoint presentation of the Staff Report; and 2) along with City Attorney Berger, responded to Council Members' questions.

At the request of Council Member Sanchez, with regard to S139 and State mandates, City Attorney Berger clarified that only the California Supreme Court can make the determination of whether or not a matter is of statewide application.

For the record, Council Member Sanchez stated that he is in favor of this concept, but wanted to manage expectations for residents in that a City Charter would provide "more tools in the toolbox," but would not solve all of the problems that come along with State mandates.

At the request of Council Member Sanchez, City Attorney Berger further clarified that 1) having a City Charter could be the strongest argument to combat the directives from Sacramento, as it grants the City Council the authority to make determinations on issues like affordable housing and land use, which they were elected to do; and 2) the Charter Committee drafted the City Charter document, the City Council has considered it several times and has the ability to make amendments to the document, and the best time to make changes would be by the second public hearing tentatively scheduled on May 13, 2024.

At the request of Mayor Pro Tern Dunton, 1) City Manager Smoot clarified that in order to amend a City Charter once it's adopted, it would need to go back to the voters for approval of any changes; and 2) City Attorney Berger further clarified that the reason the City Charter document is so short is to provide the outline of how City government should be structured and empower the City Council to adopt ordinances to implement it.

At the request of Mayor Koops, City Attorney Berger clarified that the transition from general law city to charter city would be seamless as the drafted Charter document is a City Manager form of government as it is now; the difference would be the types of ordinances the City Council would adopt under its authority to implement the Charter after its effective date in December 2024.

Following discussion, it was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Dunton, seconded by Council Member Sanchez and carried without objection, to open the public hearing.
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11 PUBLIC HEARINGS — Continued
D Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider providing direction to staff regarding a City Charter ballot measure — Continued
Cheryl Williams, Former Charter Committee Member, 1) expressed her hope that the charter would make it onto the ballot, noting her involvement on the committee; and 2) stressed the importance of ensuring that residents are educated on what it means to become a charter city, as she believes that a significant portion of the City's residents may not fully understand what it means.

Elizabeth Alsky, Account Manager, SafeBuilt, inquired whether a charter city designation would give the City Council the ability to regulate land use within the City specifically relative to Assembly Bill 68, which requires the allowance of Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) or "Junior ADUs" on lots.

At the request of Mayor Koops, in response to Elizabeth Alsky's inquiry, City Attorney Berger noted that although he couldn't recall offhand if this legislation had been challenged by a charter city, there were ongoing challenges in the trail court system, particularly from Huntington Beach, but they have not percolated up to the California Supreme Court.

It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Dunton, seconded by Council Member Sanchez, and carried without objection, to close the public hearing.

With regard to Section IV (Governance; Elections) of the draft Charter document, and without objection, Council Member Sanchez requested staff research and provide sample charter language regarding the rotation of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tern for Council consideration at the next public hearing.

It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Dunton, seconded by Council Member Sanchez, and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, to 1) draft the necessary documents needed to add the City Charter ballot measure to the November 5, 2024 Election; 2) research and provide sample language regarding the rotation of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tern positions for Council consideration; and 3) schedule a second public hearing on May 13, 2024:

AYES: Council Members - Sanchez, Santa Ines, Dunton, Morse, and Mayor Koops
12 ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION
None
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13 CONSIDERATION ITEMS
A Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to release the Notice of Preparation and execute a Task Order with Dudek for preparation of a Program Environmental Impact Report for City owned property located at 15240 Lakewood Boulevard, 9030-9146 Somerset Boulevard, and 9215 Flora Vista Street (collectively, the "Subject Property").

City Manager Smoot 1) introduced the item and provided a PowerPoint presentation of the Staff Report; and 2) along with Director of Planning and Building Services Oba and City Attorney Berger, responded to Council Members' questions.

Dennis Bukowski, Co -Business Owner, Hollywood Sports Park (HSP), 1) expressed his opposition to the proposal, citing his business' long-standing presence of nearly 24 years at that location, with 31 years remaining on the lease; 2) expressed the opinion that the broader issue of affordable housing is a statewide matter, rather than a City concern; 3) questioned the intent of the proposal and the use of the word "taking", expressing concern about the potential impact of rezoning on their business; and 4) stated that Metro issued their final EIR (Environmental Impact Report), which also impacts the site, and recommended the City look at that document prior to moving forward.

Giovanni Degidio, Co -Business Owner, HSP, 1) expressed his concerns and opposition to the proposal, noting that he had to leave a family event in order to attend the meeting, as he was not notified that the City Council was considering this matter; 2) noted that Metro issued their final EIR; 3) stressed that he represents a significant amount of influence through the business' following on social media, noting that actors and influencers frequent his business; and 4) stated that he loves the City of Bellflower, respects the City Council, and hopes that it was an oversight not to notify them, as he feels disrespected and has lost trust over the matter, noting that the previous City Manager tried to rezone the property in the past.

In response to comments made by Giovanni Degidio, 1) Mayor Pro Tern Dunton stated that through discussions with HSP over the last decade, he understood that HSP wanted Metro to buy them out of their current lease with the City; and 2) Mayor Koops a) confirmed that the City's intent was not to blindside HSP or run the business out of the City, but rather ensure that the City gets the best advantage out of that property; and b) expressed the sentiment that he would like HSP to continue operating in the City regardless of the zoning changes being considered, noting that the City doesn't know if or when Metro will approach the City.

Larry Wehage expressed the opinion that 1) actors spending time in Hollywood Sports Park spurred development in the City, and he would hate for the City to lose the business that "helped put Bellflower on the map"; 2) the City is becoming a "destination city" with other developments indicating this progress, such as Steelcraft, Kalaveras, The Stand-up Comedy Club, and Rokka; and 3) progress is progress and if something happens to HSP, he believes the City should do its best to find a new location in Bellflower for them so they can continue to provide sales tax revenue for the City.
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13 CONSIDERATION ITEMS
A Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to release the Notice of Preparation and execute a Task Order with Dudek for preparation of a Program Environmental Impact Report for City owned property located at 15240 Lakewood Boulevard, 9030-9146 Somerset Boulevard, and 9215 Flora Vista Street — Continued
For the record, City Manager Smoot highlighted conditions set by the City Council in 2018, specifically the condition which stated that in order for the City to consent to the sale and conversion of the property for Metro purposes, Metro would be responsible for relocating their tenant if necessary, noting this reflected the City's partnership with Hollywood Sports Park.

Following discussion, for the record, Council Member Sanchez clarified that his use of the word "taken" was used in the context of taking the property and rezoning it, and not in reference to a physical taking of the property.

Following discussion, it was moved by Council Member Santa Ines, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Dunton, and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, to authorize the City Manager to release the Notice of Preparation and execute a Task Order with Dudek for preparation of a Program Environmental Impact Report:

AYES: Council Members - Sanchez, Santa Ines, Dunton, Morse, and Mayor Koops
14 CONSENT CALENDAR
For the record, 1) Council Member Morse announced that she would recuse herself from Items 14-C (Specifications for the placing of slurry seal) and 14-H (land swap with Bellflower Cedar, LLC) as her employer has property interests within 500 feet of the subject properties; 2) Mayor Pro Tem Dunton announced that he would recuse himself from Item 14-C (Specifications for the placing of slurry seal) as his business is within 500 feet of the subject properties; 3) Mayor Koops announced that he would recuse himself from Item 14-C (Specifications for the placing of slurry seal) as he owns property within 500 feet of the subject properties; 4) Council Member Sanchez requested that Item 14-E (Agreement File No. 857.1 with George Chevrolet) be pulled for discussion only; and 5) Council Member Santa Ines requested that Items 14-D (temporarily close Bellflower Boulevard for a car show) and 14-E (Agreement File No. 857.1 with George Chevrolet) be pulled for discussion only.

For the record, with regard to Item 14-C (Specifications for the placing of slurry seal), since there were three Council Members conflicted on the matter, City Clerk Ochiqui facilitated the drawing of lots between Mayor Koops, Mayor Pro Tem Dunton, and Council Member Morse to determine which Council Member was to participate in the matter and all future discussions regarding this matter. It was determined that Mayor Koops would participate and Mayor Pro Tem Dunton and Council Member Morse would remain recused on the matter. 13 Bellflower City Council Minutes Item No. 14
April 8, 2024 Page 13 of 15
14 CONSENT CALENDAR — Continued
With regard to Item 14-D (temporarily close Bellflower Boulevard for a car show), Council Member Santa Ines expressed gratitude to the Bellflower Noon Lions Club for hosting the event, noting that the City becomes a destination during the car show.

With regard to Item 14-E (Agreement File No. 857.1 George Chevrolet), 1) Council Member Sanchez expressed the opinion that this was a creative way that staff found to assist one of the local businesses with storage space, however, he felt it should be made available to all other auto dealerships in the City as well; and 2) Council Member Santa Ines stated he discussed the item with City Manager Smoot after reading the staff report and was pleased to learn that the agreement contained a limitation of storing "new vehicle inventory," as space available may become problematic if opened up to all dealerships.

Noting the aforementioned recusals, it was moved by Council Member Santa Ines, seconded by Council Member Sanchez, and carried by the following roll call vote, to approve the balance of actions stipulated on the Consent Calendar:

AYES: Council Members - Santa Ines, Dunton, Morse, Sanchez, and Mayor Koops
A Consideration and possible action to receive and file Warrant Register No. 24-101, dated April 8, 2024.

Action: Received and filed Warrant Register No. 24-101.

B Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the March 25, 2024, Regular Meeting of the City Council.

Action: Approved the March 25, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes.

C Consideration and possible action to adopt Resolution No. 24-17 — A Resolution approving the Specifications for the placing of slurry seal on various streets and city -owned alleyways (Specifications No. 23/24-02) pursuant to Government Code §830.6, establishing a project payment account: and authorizina solicitation of bids.

CEQA: Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) (Public Resources Code §§ 21000, et seq.) and CEQA Guidelines (California Code of Regulations, Title 14, §§ 15000, et seq.), the City conducted an environmental assessment. Based on the environmental assessment, the project was determined to be categorically exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines § 15301 (Class 1 — Existing Facilities).

Action: Adopted Resolution No. 24-17.
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14 CONSENT CALENDAR — Continued
D Consideration and possible action to adopt Resolution No. 24-18 — A Resolution approving the request by Bellflower Noon Lions Club to temporarily close Bellflower Boulevard on October 5, 2024, for a car show, a third -party special event subject to Resolution No. 09-77, and approving the concurrent request for the City to provide financial support or in -kind services to assist with the event.

Action: Adopted Resolution No. 24-18; and incorporate all items outlined in the Staff Report into the Third -Party Special Event permit for a car show in 2024.

E Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 857.1, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with George Chevrolet for use of City's property identified by separate instrument executed by Citv's Citv Manaaer and Licensee.

Action: Authorized the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 857.1, in a form approved by the City Attorney.

F Consideration and possible action to authorize the Director of Public Works, or designee, to install an on -street disabled parking space (blue curb) at 9636 Van Ruiten Street (C.E.# 24 02).

Action: Authorized the Director of Public Works, or designee, to install an on -street disabled parking space (blue curb) at 9636 Van Ruiten Street.

G Consideration and possible action to authorize the Director of Public Works, or designee, to install red curb parking restrictions at 9154 Flower Street (C.E. #24-06).

Action: Authorized the Director of Public Works, or designee, to install red curb parking restrictions at 9154 Flower Street.

H Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to execute a land swap with Bellflower Cedar, LLC for property located at 17634-17648 Bellflower Boulevard and APN 7161-013-901.

Action: Authorized the City Manager to execute a land swap with Bellflower Cedar, LLC for property located at 17640-17648 Bellflower Boulevard. 15 COUNCIL REPORTS
Council Member Santa Ines and Mayor Koops made various comments and reports.
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16 ADJOURNMENT
Without objection, Mayor Koops adjourned the meeting at 9.48 p.m., to the next Regular Meeting of the Bellflower City Council at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, April 22, 2024.

Dan Koops, Mayor
City of Bellflower
ATTEST:

Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk
Approved: April 22, 2024
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