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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
ATTENTION: Ryan Smoot, City Manager
FROM: Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk
SUBJECT: Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the May 13, 2024, Regular Meeting of the City Council.
DATE: May 28, 2024
EXECUTIVE SUMMARY
None
RECOMMENDATION TO CITY COUNCIL
1) Approve the May 13, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes; or
2) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
FISCAL IMPACT
None
ATTACHMENT
Minutes of the May 13, 2024, Regular Meeting… ....................... ………………………… 2
1 MINUTES
CITY OF BELLFLOWER
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BELLFLOWER CITY COUNCIL
MONDAY, MAY 13, 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 5:35 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 Tem Ray Dunton
Council Member Wendi Morse
Council Member Sonny R. Santa Ines
For the record, it was moved by Council Member Santa Ines, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Dunton, and carried without objection, to excuse the absence of Council Member Sanchez.
3 RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
For the record, 1) City Manager Smoot read the title of the Closed Session item; 2) Council Member Morse announced that she would recuse herself from Item 3-A as her employer has property interests within 500 feet of the subject property; 3) Mayor Pro Tem Dunton announced that he would recuse himself from the item as he has property interests within 500 feet of the subject property; 4) since there was no quorum to discuss the Closed Session matter, Mayor Koops recessed the Meeting at 5:36 p.m.; 5) Council Member Sanchez arrived at 5:39 p.m.; and 6) Mayor Koops reconvened the meeting at 5:39 p.m.
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3 RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION – Continued
There being no one from the public in attendance, without objection, Mayor Koops recessed the Meeting at 5:39 p.m. to a Closed Session regarding:
A CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8)
Property: Assessor Parcel Nos. 7106-023-904, 7106-024-902, 7106-024-903, and 7106-027-903
Agency Negotiator: Ryan Smoot, City Manager
Negotiating Party: Primestor Development, Serrano Development Group, City Ventures, EAH Housing
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment
For the record, Closed Session adjourned at 6:03 p.m.
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 Tem 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
Travis Sais, Deputy City Manager
Jim DellaLonga, Director of Economic Development
Elizabeth Oba, Director of Planning and Building Services Brian McNerney, Interim Director of Public Safety
Kathryn Brun, Associate Planner
Karla Pineda, Management Analyst
Jennifer Poole, Management Assistant
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7 INVOCATION
Council Member Wendi Morse offered the Invocation.
8 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Director of Planning and Building Services Elizabeth Oba led the assembly in the Pledge of Allegiance.
9-A CITY COUNCIL ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Koops provided details relative to the City’s annual paper shredding event to be held at Thompson Park on Saturday May 18, 2024.
Mayor Pro Tem Dunton provided details relative to Los Angeles County’s free Waste Tire Collection Event to be held at the Mary Rodriguez Senior Citizens’ Center parking lot in the City of Hawaiian Gardens on May 18, 2024.
Council Member Santa Ines provided details relative to the Southeast Los Angeles County Workforce Development Board’s employment resources.
Council Member Morse provided details relative to the Chamber of Commerce’s “Business-to-Business Casual Connections” Event to be held on May 16, 2024, and the next Monthly Morning Mingle to be held on May 28, 2024.
Council Member Sanchez provided details relative to the City’s monthly E-Citizen Newsletter and how it supports local businesses by highlighting updates such as special events and holiday celebrations.
9-B PRESENTATION: National Police Week
Mayor Koops and his City Council colleagues declared the week of May 12-18, 2024, as National Police Week and presented the proclamation to Los Angeles County Sheriff Sergeant Matt Ferguson.
9-C PRESENTATION: National Public Works Week
Mayor Koops and his City Council colleagues declared the week of May 19-25, 2024, as National Public Works Week and presented the proclamation to City of Bellflower Maintenance Crew leader Brad Binder.
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10 PUBLIC COMMENTS
Cheryl Williams, resident, expressed gratitude and appreciation for 1) the open house at the fire museum, noting that there was a huge bulldozer and semi-truck which she enjoyed immensely; and 2) Public Works Department staff, noting that they have made the City safer by smoothing out the sidewalks and keeping the roads in repair.
Darlene Palacios, resident, 1) expressed concern about homelessness and inflation and the effects on future generations, noting that the local homeless shelter only has 50 beds, and requested that rent control be put on the agenda for future consideration; and 2) mentioned the sidewalk repair near the disabled nursing home that was scheduled to be completed in November was just being addressed now, expressing the opinion that the disabled need to be better prioritized by the City.
Andrew San Nicolas, Kingdom Causes, expressed gratitude to the City Council Members for their support for many years as a city and personally, and provided an annual update on how funds are being well-spent for the residents of Bellflower, including, but not limited to: 1) 48 people received rental assistance preventing homelessness, with 42 being housed; 2) 15 people assisted with solving housing issues; 3) over 58% of those helped were Bellflower residents; 4) six homeless individuals from New Hope Shelter have been permanently housed, showing movement in problem-solving to help people into permanent housing; 5) a new partnership with Catholic Charities who help undocumented neighbors; 6) the community center is now open full-time and helped 681 individuals in 2024; and 7) introduced the Love Thy Neighbor Fund for problem-solving, including hotel stays and food vouchers.
Steve Tamer, resident (Ripon Avenue), 1) noted that he attended meetings a few times last year to voice his concerns and seek recommendations after a couple of shootings at Caruthers Park; 2) expressed disappointment that he hasn't seen much improvement in the area; 3) reported that last Thursday, the same group of about 50 crips gang members, visibly wearing blue colors, were openly drinking alcohol and gambling at the park at the same time as Little League games; 4) recounted an incident where someone associated with that group backed into a car with children inside and refused to exchange information with the driver, forcing the victim to call the Sheriff's Department to facilitate the exchange of information; 5) suggested implementing permits for large gatherings at p arks to ensure accountability, similar to surrounding cities like Cerritos, Downey, Lakewood, and Paramount; 6) expressed the opinion that the homelessness issue around the 91 freeway easements and the riverbed was getting out of hand and leading to an increase in break-ins and trash; 7) expressed gratitude for the park staff who consistently clean up trash, but noted that more is needed; and 8) asked for feedback and ideas on how he could help address these issues.
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10 PUBLIC COMMENTS
In response to comments provided by Steve Tamer, 1) Mayor Koops recommended he speak with Interim Director of Public Safety McNerney and Director of Parks and Recreation Mellana regarding the negative activity he has observed at Caruthers Park; and 2) Mayor Pro Tem Dunton confirmed that the City does require permits for large gatherings at all of the parks.
For the record, City Clerk Ochiqui announced that written public comments were received from Charles Leone of SEIU Local 721 prior to the start of the meeting, which were provided to the City Council and made available to the Public.
Congressman Robert Garcia, 42nd District, 1) expressed the opinion that Bellflower is an incredible community, noting his admiration for the development of the downtown as a neighbor in Long Beach and having served as Mayor in Long Beach himself; 2) presented a check for $875,000 from the Community Projects Fund through Congress for the installation of security cameras at City parks and facilities, as requested by the City Council to ensure Bellflower is a safe place for families and the community as it is a priority for Council; and 3) confirmed his office is working on a similar request received from the City Council for the new Youth and Senior Center at Simms Park.
11 PUBLIC HEARINGS
A 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 brief verbal presentation of the staff report; and 2) introduced Consultant Richard Bernard, Partner & Senior Vice President of Fairbanks, Metz & Associates (FM3)
For the record, Consultant Bernard 1) provided a PowerPoint presentation of the results of the Charter Issues Survey; and 2) along with City Manager Smoot and City Attorney Berger, responded to Council Member’s questions.
Following discussion, it was moved by Council Member Dunton, seconded by Council Member Morse, and carried without objection, to open the public hearing.
There being no one in attendance wishing to present testimony, it was moved by Council Member Santa Ines, seconded by Council Member Sanchez, and carried without objection, to close the public hearing.
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11 PUBLIC HEARINGS – Continued
A Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to consider providing direction to staff regarding a City Charter ballot measure – Continued
For the record, at the request of Council Member Sanchez, 1) City Manager Smoot stated that the matter would be brought back before the City Council for future consideration and final approval of the charter document, noting that there have been meetings held on the matter for several years, each one of these meetings is an opportunity for feedback, and the City Council has gone well beyond the minimum requirement of two public hearings; and 2) City Attorney Berger confirmed that from a legal perspective, this matter has been well circulated with multiple opportunities for input, changed slightly in 2022 per City Council direction, and there would be one more opportunity for additional feedback.
It was moved by Council Member Santa Ines, seconded by Council Member Morse, and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, to direct staff to continue to solicit additional feedback from the broader community while drafting the necessary documents to return to the City Council that would, if desirable, allow Council to add a City Charter proposal to the November 5, 2024, Election ballot:
AYES: Council Members - Santa Ines, Dunton, Morse, Sanchez, and Mayor Koops
B Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan (AAP) and adopt Resolution No. 24-21 – A Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan (AAP); authorizing the City Manager to submit the AAP to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); and authorizing the City Manager to take all actions necessary to implement the programs identified in the AAP.
For the record, Council Member Morse stated that 1) Kingdom Causes is listed as a recipient of funds; 2) her employer (Carol Wait) is the landlord for Kingdom Causes; and 3) there appears to be no apparent conflict for her in the matter, so she will be participating in the vote.
City Manager Smoot introduced the item.
Management Analyst Pineda 1) provided a PowerPoint presentation of the item; and 2) along with Director of Economic Development DellaLonga responded to Council Members’ questions.
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11 PUBLIC HEARINGS – Continued
B Consideration and possible action to conduct a public hearing to receive comments on the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan (AAP) and adopt Resolution No. 24-21 – Continued
For the record, for the benefit of the public Council Member Sanchez noted that affordable housing was mentioned in both the public comments and the first public hearing and expressed the opinion that it was paramount that they highlight the HOME (HOME Investment Partnership) funds, noting that the City has been setting aside funds in this category to be used for a larger project at a later time.
At the request of Council Member Santa Ines, Director of Economic Development DellaLonga confirmed that he would look up the expiration dates of the various amounts of funding and provide the information to the City Council.
Following discussion, it was moved by Council Member Morse, seconded by Council Member Sanchez, and carried without objection, to open the public hearing.
There being no one in attendance wishing to present testimony, it was moved by Council Member Sanchez, seconded by Council Member Santa Ines, 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. 24-21 and approved the 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan:
AYES: Council Members - Santa Ines, Dunton, Morse, Sanchez, and Mayor Koops
C Consideration and possible action to conduct a de novo public hearing to consider an application for a modification of a Conditional Use Permit, and adopt Resolution No. 24-22 – A Resolution approving Conditional Use Permit Case No. CU 23-03 modifying Conditional Use Permit Case No. CU 86-28 by converting an existing full-service carwash to an automated express carwash within the General Commercial (”C-G”) zone on the property located at 14755 Bellflower Boulevard / 9765 Somerset Boulevard; Applicant: Sean Nourani Architect.
CEQA: The City reviewed the environmental impacts of the Project 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 § 15303 exempts minor construction or conversion of structures. The proposed activity is for the conversion of an existing full-service carwash to an automated express carwash and contemplates minor physical alterations, including, without limitation, installation of signs, lighting and façade improvements to the existing structures. Accordingly, this activity is exempt from further review.
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11 PUBLIC HEARINGS – Continued
C Consideration and possible action to conduct a de novo public hearing to consider an application for a modification of a Conditional Use Permit, and adopt Resolution No. 24-22 – Continued
City Manager Smoot introduced the item.
Associate Planner Brun 1) provided a PowerPoint presentation of the item; and 2) along with Director of Planning and Building Services Oba, City Attorney Berger, City Manager Smoot, and Interim Director of Public Safety McNerney, responded to Council Members’ questions.
For the record, following discussion, City Attorney Berger clarified that this is a de novo public hearing, it does not matter which conditions the Planning Commission previously decided on, and this is a brand-new application before the City Council for all intended purposes.
At the request of Mayor Pro Tem Dunton, Director Oba clarified that although the applicant is requesting the south-side wall enclosure be eliminated, the plans for the project were submitted with a south-side wall enclosure and thus the accompanying noise study was also completed with consideration of that enclosure.
At the request of Council Member Morse, Associate Planner Brun confirmed that the wall on the north side of the property was owned by the adjacent residential property owner.
At the request of Council Member Sanchez, Director Oba clarified that the condition is written with the maximum flexibility for her to approve a viable exterior elevation as the Director and, for the record, they are looking for something similar to what has been recently approved at other similar locations in the City.
Following discussion, it was moved by Council Member Sanchez, seconded by Council Member Morse, and carried without objection, to open the public hearing.
Makan Mustafavi, Business Owners’ Representative and Part-Owner, throughout lengthy discussion with the City Council and staff provided the following comments: 1) he is one of four owners of this business; 2) this is a proposed $3 million renovation project, but they want to preserve the original architecture; 3) submitted copies of additional photos as supplemental material; 4) expressed that they would like to avoid using glass on the south-wall enclosure, expressing the opinion that it will look run down in two to three years; 5) following renovations, the business would move to a m embership model, so more employees would be on hand at the beginning while customers get over the learning curve and then it would be limited to one employee; 6) confirmed that the height of the tunnel works with the machinery that will be installed; [Comments continued on next page] 9 Bellflower City Council Minutes Item No. 11-C
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11 PUBLIC HEARINGS – Continued
C Consideration and possible action to conduct a de novo public hearing to consider an application for a modification of a Conditional Use Permit, and adopt Resolution No. 24-22 – Continued
Makan Mustafavi, Business Owners’ Representative and Part-Owner – (Continued), 7) noted that cars will not require that much drying after going through the tunnel, as there is a blower then a buffer cycle; 8) confirmed that it will be the manager’s job to make sure people don’t bypass the line and use the vacuum area for free; 9) stated that the business entity owns a total five car washes (Santa Monica, Hawthorne, Encino, and two in Bellflower); 10) confirmed that it will be the employee’s job to monitor and make sure customers abide by the 8-minute time limit for the vacuum stalls; 11) confirmed the north block wall is owned by the neighboring property owner; 12) stated that the south-wall is intended to be two feet behind the wrought iron fence to deter graffiti ; 13) stated that the previous owner submitted an alternate design for the project, that design does not work for them, but they did choose to use the same architect; 14) stated that there have been no noise complaints to date; and 15) confirmed that he is open to additional landscaping as a sound barrier, leaving the south-side wall enclosure open or closed, keeping the enclosure closed and adding more landscaping, and adding murals on the south-side and north-side walls.
Sean Nourani, Architect/Applicant, stated that he is not in favor of the alternate design submitted by the previous owner as it was just a sketch, over -scaled, and does not preserve the original architecture of the building.
At the request of Council Member Sanchez, Interim Director of Public Safety McNerney confirmed that if a property is not meeting the conditions set forth in the Conditions of Approval (COAs), then it would be considered blight per the Bellflower Municipal Code (BMC).
For the record, following lengthy discussion, it was the consensus of the City Council to approve the requested modified operating hours of 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
For the record, staff pulled up various websites showing the business owner’s other business locations for comparison purposes.
Cheryl Williams, resident in the area of this project, 1) expressed concerns with the Blaine Avenue exit, noting that there is a lot of pedestrian traffic in that area and if cars are allowed to go in and out of that exit, it could be dangerous; and 2) expressed that she definitely wants the businesses in Be llflower to improve, but people can cut the line by entering into the carwash on Blaine Avenue.
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11 PUBLIC HEARINGS – Continued
C Consideration and possible action to conduct a de novo public hearing to consider an application for a modification of a Conditional Use Permit, and adopt Resolution No. 24-22 – Continued
Following lengthy discussion, it was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Dunton, seconded by Council Member Sanchez, and carried without objection, to close the public hearing.
Following brief discussion, without objection Council Member Santa Ines 1) requested and received confirmation from Associate Planner Brun and City Manager Smoot that the block wall referred to in COA’s Condition No. 21 belongs to the neighboring property; and 2) without objection, requested COA’s Condition No. 21 be removed as it is not enforceable.
At the request of City Manager Smoot, Director Oba confirmed that staff’s recommendation relative to COA’s Condition No. 15 is to remove the wrought iron fence and include a glass or partial glass wall enclosure, unless otherwise decided by the City Council.
It was moved by Council Member Sanchez, seconded by Council Member Morse, and carried without objection, to re-open the public hearing.
Mitchel Haack, resident, using the carwash on Lakewood Boulevard as an example, expressed the opinion that a glass enclosure would result in alkaline mineral deposits and stains on the glass that can only be remedied by chemicals and the chemicals will destroy the aluminum.
Robert Wilson, resident, Planning Commissioner, 1) stated that this has been a carwash for the last 50 years and has always been open to Compton/Somerset Boulevard without any noise complaints from anyone; and 2) expressed the opinion that the enclosure on the south-wall is not necessary as a noise deterrent and a glass wall there will end up looking terrible in a few years’ time.
Cheryl Williams, resident (continued), stated that her brother used to live in the neighboring apartments and expressed concern that the cue line could create a problem for residents trying to get into their apartment complex from Bellflower Boulevard.
For the record, City Manager Smoot suggested that a subcommittee of two Council Members be formed to review COA’s Condition No. 15 with staff to ensure that the discretionary Director approval is in line with the City Council’s expectation.
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11 PUBLIC HEARINGS – Continued
C Consideration and possible action to conduct a de novo public hearing to consider an application for a modification of a Conditional Use Permit, and adopt Resolution No. 24-22 – Continued
Makan Mustafavi, Business Owner’s Representative and Part-Owner (continued), stated that 1) their preference is to leave the south-side wall open with the wrought iron fence in tact; 2) if not, then would be open to a “CMU” wall like their Santa Monica location with paint and additional foliage, while leaving the wrought iron fence in tact; 3) third preference would be remove the wrought iron fence and put a “CMU” wall all the way up; and 4) expressed that they absolutely do not want a glass wall, reiterating that it will end up looking terrible after a few years.
Following discussion, it was moved by Council Member Sanchez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Dunton, and carried without objection, to close the public hearing.
For the record, Council Member Morse and Council Member Santa Ines volunteered to participate on the City Council Ad Hoc Subcommittee regarding this matter.
It was moved by Council Member Sanchez, seconded by Mayor Koops, and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, to adopt Resolution No. 24-22, as amended to modify the hours of operation to 7:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. and remove Condition No. 21 in the Conditions of Approval; and appointed Council Member Morse and Council Member Santa Ines to serve on a City Council Ad H oc Subcommittee to further discuss the matter relative to satisfaction of Condition of Approval No. 15:
AYES: Council Members - Santa Ines, Dunton, Morse, Sanchez, and Mayor Koops
For the record, Mayor Koops 1) recessed the meeting at 10:15 p.m. for a short break; and 2) reconvened the meeting at 10:20 p.m. with all members present.
12 ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION
A Consideration and possible action to adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 1430 – An Urgency Ordinance amending Bellflower Municipal Code (“BMC”) Chapter 8.16 regulating fireworks in accordance with Government Code §§ 51306, et seq.; and read by title only, waive further reading and introduce Ordinance No. 1431 – An Ordinance amending Bellflower Municipal Code (“BMC”) Chapter 8.16 regulating fireworks in accordance with Government Code §§ 51306, et seq.
City Manager Smoot introduced the item.
Interim Public Safety Director McNerney provided a PowerPoint presentation of the Staff Report and responded to Council Members’ questions. 12 Bellflower City Council Minutes Item No. 12-A
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12 ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION – Continued
A Consideration and possible action to adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 1430 and read by title only, waive further reading and introduce Ordinance No. 1431 – Continued
Following discussion, it was moved by Council Member Sanchez, seconded by Council Member Santa Ines, and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, to read by title only, waive further reading, and adopte Urgency Ordinance No. 1430; and read by title only, waive further reading, and introduce Ordinance No. 1431:
AYES: Council Members - Santa Ines, Dunton, Morse, Sanchez, and Mayor Koops
For the record, Council Member Sanchez read the titles of the ordinances into the record.
13 CONSIDERATION ITEMS
None
14 CONSENT CALENDAR
For the record, Mayor Koops 1) announced that he would recuse himself from Item 14-J (Resolution approving the Plans and Specifications for the Bellflower Youth and Senior Center) as he owns property within 500 feet of the subject property; and 2) pulled Item 14-I (Hollywood Sports Park, LLC – Lease Extension) for discussion only.
With regard to Item 14-I (Hollywood Sports Park, LLC – Lease Extension), at the request of Mayor Koops, City Manager Smoot elaborated that 1) it was simply a request for authorization by the City Council to allow the City Manager to send a letter to the owners and operators of Hollywood Sports Park LLC, who are leasing the property, to give them assurance with all of the ongoing developments and confirm the City’s intention to extend the property lease.
Noting the aforementioned recusal by Mayor Kopps on Item 14 -J, it was moved by Council Member Santa Ines, seconded by Council Member Sanchez and carried without objection to approve the actions stipulated on the Consent Calendar.
AYES: Council Members - Santa Ines, Dunton, Morse, Sanchez, and Mayor Koops
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14 CONSENT CALENDAR – Continued
A Consideration and possible action to receive and file Warrant Register No. 24-111, dated May 13, 2024.
Action: Received and filed Warrant Register No. 24-111.
B Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the April 22, 2024, Regular Meeting of the City Council.
Action: Approved the April 22, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes.
C Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the April 25, 2024, Special Meeting of the City Council.
Action: Approved the April 25, 2024, Special Meeting Minutes.
D Consideration and possible action to 1) award an agreement to Corodata Records Management, Inc. (Corodata) and authorize the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 1043 with Corodata, in a form approved by the City Attorney, for Records Storage Services; and 2) approve a budget amendment to appropriate an additional $33,000 in Account No. 010 -43620- 1200 for fiscal year 2024-25 for the permanent removal of records from the current vendor.
Action: 1) Awarded an agreement to Corodata and authorized the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 1043, in a form approved by the City Attorney; and 2) Approved a budget amendment to appropriate an additional $33,000 in Account No. 010-43620-1200 for fiscal year 2024-25 for the permanent removal of records from the current vendor.
E Consideration and possible action to approve and authorize the City Manager to execute a Master Right of Way Agreement (Agreement File No. 1040), in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Tradewinds Networks Inc., for the design, installation and deployment of a Citywide Wireless Internet Network.
Action: Authorized the City Manager to execute Master Right of Way Agreement AFN 1040, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Tradewinds Networks Inc. for the design, installation and deployment of a Citywide Wireless Network with a revenue sharing component.
F Consideration and possible action to receive and file the Eligibility/Feasibility Analysis – Proposed Downtown Bellflower Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District.
Action: Received and filed the Eligibility/Feasibility Analysis – Proposed Downtown Bellflower Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District.
G Consideration and possible action to authorize the Director of Public Works, or designee, to install time-based parking restrictions in the 8800 block of Palm Street (C.E.# 24 04).
Action: Authorized the Director of Public Works, or designee, to install the time-based parking restrictions in the 8800 block of Palm Street . 14 Bellflower City Council Minutes Item No. 14
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14 CONSENT CALENDAR – Continued
H Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 51.97, a funding agreement with the County of Los Angeles for the design and implementation of the Traffic Signal Synchronization Program (TSSP) for Woodruff Avenue from Foster Road to Rose Street.
Action: Authorized the City Manager to execute Agreement File No. 51.97, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
I Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to issue a letter to Hollywood Sports Park, LLC (HSP) regarding the City’s intent to approve, upon HSP’s request, the first lease extension option under the Agency Sublease with HSP for use of real property at 9030 Somerset Boulevard and 9108 Somerset Boulevard.
Action: Authorized the City Manager to issue a letter to Hollywood Sports Park, LLC (HSP) regarding the City’s intent to approve, upon HSP’s request, the first lease extension option under the Agency Sublease with HSP for use of real property at 9030 Somerset Boulevard and 9108 Somerset Boulevard.
J Consideration and possible action to adopt Resolution No. 24 -23 – A Resolution approving the Plans and Specifications for the Bellflower Youth and Senior Center (Specifications No. 23/24-07) pursuant to Government Code § 830.6, establishing a project payme nt account; and authorizing 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 for the project consisting of an Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration. The Initial Study determined that the project would not result in any significant effect on the environment with incorporation of mitigation measures contained in the Mitigated Negative Declaration.
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 24-23.
K Consideration and possible action to approve the reappointment of Chamber of Commerce’s nominee Larry Wehage to the Southeast Los Angeles County Workforce Development Board (SELACO WDB) for the term ending June 2026.
Action: Approved the reappointment of Chamber of Commerce’s nominee Larry Wehage to the SELACO WDB for the term ending June 202 6.
15 COUNCIL REPORTS
Council Member Morse, Council Member Sanchez, and Mayor Koops made various comments and reports.
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15 COUNCIL REPORTS – Continued
For the record and without objection Mayor Koops requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of Larry Brent Le Gras.
For the record and without objection, Mayor Koops proposed modifying the meeting attire from formal to casual for regular City Council Meetings through the summer months from June 10 to September 9, 2024. Following brief discussion, it was the consensus of the City Council to implement casual attire for regular City Council meetings through the summer months, from June 10 – September 9, 2024.
16 ADJOURNMENT
Without objection, Mayor Koops adjourned the meeting at 10:43 p.m., in memory of Larry Brent Le Gras, to the next Regular Meeting of the Bellflower City Council at 5:30 p.m. on Tuesday, May 28, 2024.
Dan Koops, Mayor
City of Bellflower
ATTEST:
Mayra Ochiqui, City Clerk
Approved: May 28, 2024
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