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MINUTES

CITY OF BELLFLOWER

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BELLFLOWER CITY COUNCIL
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 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 5:37 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 Victor A. Sanchez
Council Member Sonny R. Santa Ines
3 RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
For the record, City Manager Smoot read the title of the Closed Session items.

There being no one from the public in attendance, without objection, Mayor Koops recessed the Meeting at 5:38 p.m. to a Closed Session regarding:

A CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — INITIATION OF LITIGATION - GOVERNMENT CODE § 54956.9(d)(4). Number of Cases: One.

B CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2):

One Matter
For the record, Closed Session adjourned at 6:31 p.m.

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4 RECONVENE FOR OPEN SESSION
Item No. 4

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Mayor Koops reconvened the Meeting at 7:04 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 7:04 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
Len Gorecki, Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works Travis Sais, Deputy City Manager
Jim DellaLonga, Director of Economic Development
Brian McNerney, Interim Director of Public Safety
Dakota Wallace, 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

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Mayor Koops provided details relative to the 605 All -Star Band practice march to be held on December 1, 2024, for their participation in the 136th Annual Tournament of Roses Parade.

Mayor Pro Tem Dunton provided details relative to the annual Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony to be held on December 6, 2024, in Downtown Bellflower near Friendship Square.

Council Member Morse provided details relative to the Volunteer Center's Christmas food drive for families in need.

Council Member Sanchez provided details relative to City's current survey regarding establishing an Arts District along Clark Avenue.

Council Member Santa Ines provided details relative to the Chamber of Commerce's next "Monthly Morning Mingle" on November 26, 2024. 9-B PRESENTATION: Town Center Plaza Presentation
Director of Economic Development DellaLonga provided a PowerPoint presentation of conceptual project ideas for the redevelopment of Town Center Plaza.

For the record, in response to Council Members' questions, 1) Director DellaLonga stated that the matter would need to come back at a later date for a more robust discussion; and 2) City Manager Smoot stated that Director of Parks and Recreation Mellana can be included in future discussions of the matter. 10 PUBLIC COMMENTS
Darlene Palacios, resident, 1) wished the City Council a happy Thanksgiving holiday; 2) mentioned that she heard that one of her neighbors was hit by a vehicle in the crosswalk at the intersection of Clark Avenue and Rose Street, further noting that she has not yet heard the status of his injuries; 3) expressed the opinion that the flashing lights at the crosswalk are beneficial; however, vehicles continue to go around vehicles that have stopped for pedestrians, which causes accidents and reckless driving; 4) expressed the opinion that traffic is heavier in the area during the holiday season as people are rushing to complete their shopping; and 5) requested that the Sheriffs Department assist with patrolling the area to alleviate some of the reckless driving.

In response to comments provided by Darlene Palacios, Mayor Koops stated that the City is doing its best to make it as safe as possible for pedestrians in that area and staff would look into the matter.

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10 PUBLIC COMMENTS — Continued
Item No. 10

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John Mielke, Troop 371, 1) introduced himself as an Eagle Scout, a current student at St. John Bosco High School, and involved in the film and media pathway program; 2) mentioned that his school does not have a recording studio to record, edit, and produce music, which he believes is needed for students in the pathway program; 3) explained that as his Eagle Scout project, he started a studio club and is going to remodel an existing room into a professional studio at St. John Bosco; and 4) requested that the permit fees relative to the remodel be waived to keep project costs low.

In response to comments made by Mac McCloud, Young's Tackle relative to Item 13-A (Various city -owned or controlled parking lots), Mayor Koops requested that he reserve his comments until the item is considered on the agenda. 11 PUBLIC HEARINGS
None
12 ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS FOR CONSIDERATION
None
13 CONSIDERATION ITEMS
A Consideration and possible action to adopt Resolution No. 24-60 — A Resolution authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to establish and modify parking restrictions at various city -owned or controlled parking lots throughout the City, in accordance with Bellflower Municipal Code (BMC) Chapter 10.12, and superseding Resolution No. 21-63.

For the record, 1) City Manager Smoot introduced the item; 2) Mayor Pro Tem Dunton, Council Member Morse, and Mayor Koops announced that they would need to recuse themselves from the matter as they each own property within 500 feet of the subject properties; 3) Mayor Koops announced that there was a lack of quorum on the matter due to property conflicts of interests for three Council Members and explained that lots would be drawn randomly to determine which one of the conflicted Council Members would participate in the matter; 4) City Clerk Ochiqui conducted the random drawing and announced that Council Member Morse would participate in the matter; and 5) Mayor Koops turned the meeting over to Council Member Santa Ines to serve as Chair Pro Tem.

For the record, Mayor Koops and Mayor Pro Tem Dunton left the dais and Council Chambers at 7:50 p.m.

Bellflower City Council Minutes
November 25, 2024
13 CONSIDERATION ITEMS — Continued
Item No. 13-A

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A Consideration and possible action to adopt Resolution No. 24-60 — Continued Interim Director of Public Safety McNerney 1) gave a PowerPoint presentation of the Staff Report; and 2) along with City Manager Smoot and City Attorney Berger, responded to Council Members' questions.

For the record, Council Member Santa Ines 1) stated that he supports the recommended parking restrictions for the parking structure, noting that he believes this will alleviate some of the current parking issues; 2) expressed concern regarding the allowance of unrestricted parking in certain areas of Lot 17, stating a) it will reduce the amount of spaces available for customers in the area as employees of the United States Post Office will park in those spaces for a lengthy amount of time, noting that he has received complaints from customers and residents regarding this; b) he drove in the area of the parking lot the previous week and observed full capacity for two consecutive days; and c) if unrestricted parking is allowed, it will be harder to enforce restrictions in the future if it is needed; 3) noted that he supports the recommendation on the purchase of the license plate reading system for timed parking enforcement but is hesitant because of the price; and 4) requested the budget amendment for the Part-time Community Services Officer be postponed until the full discussion with Consultant Phil Marquez is brought before the City Council.

Council Member Morse, expressed the opinion that 1) unrestricted parking in Lot 17 would have an impact on customers and businesses as post office employees would likely park in those spaces instead of walking to the closest unrestricted parking lot; and 2) the entire Lot 17 should be two-hour parking.

For the record, Council Member Sanchez 1) stated that he supports the recommended parking restrictions for the parking structure; 2) reiterated his comments from October 14, 2024, Regular City Council Meeting, noting that each parking lot should be two-hour parking only with the exception of permit parking in designated spaces for employees of local businesses and one veteran space in each lot; 3) expressed the opinion that two-hour parking only in each lot with the exception of permit parking would create consistency; and 4) mentioned that he supports the recommendation on the purchase of the license plate reading system for timed parking enforcement.

Michelle Moore, Bellflower Chamber of Commerce, 1) expressed the opinion that unrestricted parking in certain areas of Lot 17 will not work, noting that post office employees park in that lot and take up customer parking; 2) stated that to her knowledge the consensus of the business owners on Bellflower Boulevard is for two-hour parking only; and 3) in response to comments made by Council Member Sanchez, expressed the opinion that permit parking for business employees would not alleviate the issue, the customers should receive the parking as they generate revenue for the businesses and the City, and the Chamber of Commerce employees have no problem parking in other nearby parking lots.

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13 CONSIDERATION ITEMS — Continued
Item No. 13-A

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A Consideration and possible action to adopt Resolution No. 24-60 — Continued At the request of Council Member Santa Ines, Interim Director of Public Safety McNerney confirmed that the parking lots on the west side of Bellflower Boulevard are rarely full and there is sufficient parking.

Mac McCloud, Young's Tackle, expressed the opinion that Lot 17 should be two-hour parking only and local business owners and employees should park on the west side of Bellflower Boulevard.

Mitch Haack, Parks and Recreation Commissioner, 1) expressed the opinion that Lot 17 should be two-hour parking only; and 2) suggested that the City speak to the United States Post Office Supervisor to discuss the issues with their employees parking in Lot 17.

Following discussion, it was moved by Council Member Sanchez to postpone the decision on this item, direct staff to bring back "Concept B" for further consideration that would make the parking district more uniform and with the majority of Lot 17 designated as two-hour parking only, with the exception of permit parking. The motion died due to the lack of a second.

For the record, City Attorney Berger stated that three affirmative votes are needed to adopt the Resolution.

Following brief discussion, it was moved by Council Member Santa Ines, seconded by Council Member Morse, and failed by the following roll call vote, to 1) adopt Resolution No. 24-60, as amended to make Lot 17 all two-hour parking only; 2) take no action with regard to a budget amendment in the amount of $23,000 to increase Part-time Community Services Officer wages (Account No. 010-40300- 2000) and other related payroll tax accounts; and 3) approve a budget amendment in the amount of $80,000 for Account No. 010-47500-2000 to purchase a license plate reading system for timed parking enforcement:

AYES: Council Members — Santa Ines and Morse
NOES: Council Member — Sanchez
RECUSE: Council Members — Dunton and Mayor Koops
In response to Council Member Santa Ines, City Attorney Berger clarified that 1) the City Council can continue making motions until a motion is passed or reach an impasse in which case the parking restrictions that are currently in place would remain status quo; 2) per the Bellflower Municipal Code, the City Engineer has the authority to designate parking and parking restrictions in certain areas of the City at an administrative level; and 3) the City Council can modify Resolution No. 24-60 to only include the restrictions on Lot 17.

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13 CONSIDERATION ITEMS — Continued
Item No. 13-A

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A Consideration and possible action to adopt Resolution No. 24-60 — Continued It was moved by Council Member Santa Ines, seconded by Council Member Morse, and failed by the following roll call vote to, adopt Resolution No. 24-60, as amended to remove the restrictions proposed in the Draft Resolution in its entirety and only include the modification of "the yellow designated areas" [in the PowerPoint presentation] in Lot 17 as two-hour parking:

AYES: Council Members — Santa Ines and Morse
NOES: Council Member — Sanchez
RECUSE: Council Members — Dunton and Mayor Koops
It was moved by Council Member Sanchez to direct staff to bring the matter back to the City Council for further consideration with a conceptual plan for a second option. The motion died due to the lack of a second.

At the request of Council Member Santa Ines, for the record and benefit of the public, City Manager Smoot confirmed that the motions have failed and so the parking restrictions would remain as they are.

For the record, Mayor Koops and Mayor Pro Tem Dunton returned to the Council Chambers and dais at 8:38 p.m.

B Consideration and possible action to adopt Resolution No. 24-61 — A Resolution approving a Joint Powers Agreement File No. 1072 with the cities of Lakewood and Paramount creating the Station Cities Public Safety Authority and authorizing the Mayor to execute that agreement.

City Manager Smoot introduced the item.

For the record, Interim Director of Public Safety McNerney 1) gave a PowerPoint presentation providing an overview of the Staff Report, emphasizing that this is an opportunity for the City Council to do something different in response to limiting factors in the current services provided such as cost. personnel, or oversight; and 2) along with City Manager Smoot, responded to Council Members' questions.

For the record, City Manager Smoot 1) stated that this item was brought before the Public Safety Commission and recommended as presented; and 2) since they will be working with two other cities on the agreement and minor modifications may be needed, requested that allowance for the City Manager and City Attorney to make minor changes to the Joint Powers Agreement as needed be included in the motion.

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November 25, 2024
13 CONSIDERATION ITEMS — Continued
Item No. 13-B

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B Consideration and possible action to adopt Resolution No. 24-61 — Continued In response to Mayor Koops, Interim Director of Public Safety McNerney 1) explained that contract services would be contracted through the Joint Powers Authority ("JPA") and funding for those services would be split between the three member cities; 2) noted that what is being presented is simply a framework, further explaining that this will be brought back before the City Council for a larger discussion on the details; and 3) confirmed that each member city is contributing an initial $10,000 to the JPA.

For the record and for the benefit of the public, 1) Council Member Santa Ines confirmed that the City of Bellflower is not forming its own police department; and 2) Interim Director of Public Safety McNerney confirmed that the City will continue to have contract services with the Sheriffs Department.

In response to Council Member Sanchez, 1) Interim Director of Public Safety McNerney explained that potential contract services could include a mental health evaluation team, retired law enforcement deputies, or emergency services personnel; and 2) City Manager Smoot a) stated the JPA is new territory in which the three member cities are trying to think outside of the box to address issues all three cities are facing regionally; b) explained that in discussions with the two other cities, it has been determined that retired law enforcement deputies would not be sworn peace officers due to various implications; and c) noted that the goal of contracting retired law enforcement deputies would be to offset current Sheriff resources and supplement existing resources to address day-to-day issues.

At the request of Mayor Pro Tem Dunton, City Manager Smoot 1) explained that the JPA is its own governing legal entity, noting that if the JPA were to hire employees in the future, it would have to explore obtaining insurance coverage and legal counsel; 2) stated that any employee or contract would be directly with the JPA, but the services would be provided regionally amongst the three cities; and 3) confirmed the JPA could also participate in the CPP Program (formerly SAGE Program) to prioritize certain cases with the District Attorney's Office on a regional level.

In response to Council Member Sanchez relative to the City Council appointment to the JPA, Interim Director of Public Safety McNerney stated that it will be included as part of the annual Mayor's Appointments.

Following discussion, it was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Dunton, seconded by Council Member Sanchez, and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, to 1) adopt Resolution No. 24-61 creating the Station Cities Public Safety Authority, authorizing the Mayor to execute the agreement, and allowing for the City Manager and City Attorney to make minor changes to the agreement as needed; and 2) authorize the City Manager to provide $10,000.00 as an initial contribution to the JPA:

AYES: Council Members — Sanchez, Santa Ines, Dunton, Morse, and Mayor Koops

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13 CONSIDERATION ITEMS - Continued
Item No. 13-C

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C Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to execute Agreement File No. 200.9, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA) and approve a budget modification for hiring an additional Code Enforcement Inspector, or pursue other contracted animal control services.

City Manager Smoot introduced the item.

For the record, Interim Director of Public Safety McNerney 1) provided a PowerPoint presentation providing an overview of the Staff Report; and 2) along with City Manager Smoot and City Attorney Berger, responded to Council Members' questions.

In response to Mayor Koops, Interim Director of Public Safety McNerney confirmed 1) the animal licensing fees last increased in 2019; and 2) the contract rate with SEAACA has increased by approximately 5% to 8% per year.

For the record, Council Member Santa Ines 1) expressed the opinion that there are few good choices available for animal control services; 2) highlighted that the positive service delivery notations on page 4 of the PowerPoint presentation are services that are provided by the Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals Los Angeles ("SPCALA") with the exception of responsiveness to sick, injured, or running animals, further noting that the City is to pay $779,880 to SEAACA for services that SPCALA can do for $540,000; 3) suggested that staff look into seeing if the newly formed Joint Powers Authority ("JPA") could provide animal control services in the future; and 4) requested the budget amendment for an additional full-time Code Enforcement Inspector be postponed until the full discussion with Consultant Phil Marquez.

In response to Council Member Santa Ines, Interim Director of Public Safety clarified that although SPCALA is lower in price for sheltering services there is a penalty of $1,000 per animal associated with bringing "non-traditional" animals to the shelter, which would include any animal that is not a cat or dog, and noted a recent code enforcement investigation relative to a property housing ten roosters.

Council Member Sanchez, 1) reiterated that although the City approves services with SEAACA each year, there are challenges with the services provided and few alternative options available; 2) noted that he was informed by the City Manager that an Animal Control Inspector is required to be a sworn officer, noting that hiring this position would create some challenges; and 3) suggested that the matter be postponed to see if the newly -formed JPA would like to do something together.

In response to Council Member Sanchez and Council Member Santa Ines, City Manager Smoot 1) suggested that the City Council a) direct staff to have the conversation with the JPA regarding animal control services; and b) approve Agreement File No. 200.9 with SEAACA for the next six months because he does not believe the JPA can provide animal control services within six months; and 2) confirmed that if Agreement File No. 200.9 with SEAACA is not approved, the City will not have animal control services.

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13 CONSIDERATION ITEMS — Continued
Item No. 13-C

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C Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to execute Agreement File No. 200.9 — Continued
For the record, Mayor Pro Tem Dunton expressed dissatisfaction with the services provided by SEAACA and suggested the City contract with SPCALA at a lower rate and hire a City employee to provide the additional services not provided by SPCALA.

Following brief discussion, in response to Mayor Pro Tem Dunton and Mayor Koops 1) City Manager Smoot stated that SEAACA employs law enforcement officials that handle and process criminal offenses, such as animal abuse, noting that there is a large cost and liability associated with these duties; and 2) City Attorney Berger stated that he does not believe the City is required to provide animal control services, as it is a County function and the City adopts the Los Angeles County Code for animal regulations, but he would need to look into it further for a definitive answer.

For the record, 1) Mayor Koops expressed the opinion that the City should not abandon the existing agreement with SEAACA until another viable option is available; 2) Council Member Santa Ines expressed concern with not renewing the agreement, recommended the City renew the agreement, and suggested directing staff to investigate other viable options to bring back to the City Council for further consideration; 3) Mayor Pro Tem Dunton a) stated residents can take their animal to a vet to receive animal care services; b) reiterated that the City has continuously approved the agreement with SEAACA even though the quality of service has decreased over time; c) highlighted that this item was tabled at the August 12, 2024, Regular City Council Meeting with the intent of finding other options; and d) suggested that the City pay the pending invoices for the services rendered by SEAACA and provide a 90 day written notice of termination; and 4) Council Member Sanchez suggested the City look into the County providing services, reiterating the opinion that the County is responsible for providing animal control services.

In response to comments and questions from Council Members', City Manager Smoot 1) stated that it is not feasible for the City to establish a new law enforcement agency within 180 days as there are multiple factors needed to establish a law enforcement agency; 2) mentioned that animal control services are an expensive service even with different providers; 3) explained that some services and day-to-day concerns can be addressed by code enforcement personnel but the City does not have the capability of providing larger -scale animal law enforcement services at this time; and 4) confirmed that staff can bring back a study with alternative options to the City Council by early next year, but noted that realistically it may take more time as this matter is more in depth than it appears.

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13 CONSIDERATION ITEMS — Continued
Item No. 13-C

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C Consideration and possible action to authorize the Mayor to execute Agreement File No. 200.9 — Continued
Following discussion, it was moved by Council Member Santa Ines, seconded by Council Member Morse, to begrudgingly 1) authorize the Mayor to execute Agreement File No. 200.9 with SEAACA, in a form approved by the City Attorney, and approve a budget amendment to increase the appropriation in Account No. 010-42100-2230 by $10,880, to $641,880; 2) direct staff to come up with an alternative solution to SEAACA by the end of January for future City Council consideration; and 3) take no action with regard to a budget amendment to hire an additional full-time Code Enforcement Inspector to assist in addressing animal violations of the Bellflower Municipal Code ("BMC") in the amount of $52,000 for FY 2024-25 (to be allocated approximately 85% to the General Fund and 15% to the CDBG Fund).

It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Dunton as a substitute motion, seconded by Council Member Sanchez, and failed by the following roll call vote, to not renew Agreement File No. 200.9 with Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA):

AYES: Council Members — Sanchez and Dunton
NOES: Council Members — Santa Ines, Morse, and Mayor Koops Following brief discussion, action was taken on the original motion moved by Council Member Santa Ines, seconded by Council Member Morse, and carried by the following roll call vote, to begrudgingly 1) authorize the Mayor to execute Agreement File No. 200.9 with SEAACA, in a form approved by the City Attorney, and approve a budget amendment to increase the appropriation in Account No. 010-42100-2230 by $10,880, to $641,880; 2) direct staff to come up with an alternative solution to SEAACA by the end of January for future City Council consideration; and 3) take no action with regard to a budget amendment to hire an additional full-time Code Enforcement Inspector to assist in addressing animal violations of the Bellflower Municipal Code ("BMC") in the amount of $52,000 for FY 2024-25 (to be allocated approximately 85% to the General Fund and 15% to the CDBG Fund):

AYES: Council Members — Santa Ines, Morse, and Mayor Koops NOES: Council Members — Sanchez and Dunton
14 CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Council Member Santa Ines, seconded by
Council Member Morse, and carried by the following roll call vote, to approve the actions stipulated on the Consent Calendar:

AYES: Council Members — Sanchez, Santa Ines, Dunton, Morse, and Mayor Koops

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14 CONSENT CALENDAR — Continued
Item No. 14

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A Consideration and possible action to receive and file City Council Warrant Register No. 25-052, dated November 25, 2024.

Action: Received and filed Warrant Register No. 25-052.

B Consideration and possible action to receive and file City Council Treasurer's Report for the Month of October 2024.

Action: Received and filed the Treasurer's Report.

C Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the October 14, 2024, Regular Meeting of the City Council.

Action: Approved the October 14, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes.

D Consideration and possible action to approve the Minutes of the November 12, 2024, Regular Meeting of the City Council.

Action: Approved the November 12, 2024, Regular Meeting Minutes.

E Consideration and possible action to receive and file the City of Bellflower Successor Housing Agency Annual Report regarding the Low -and -Moderate Income Housing Asset Fund for Fiscal Year 2023-2024.

Action: Received and filed Successor Housing Agency Annual Report regarding Low- and Moderate -Income Housing Asset Fund for Fiscal Year 2023-2024.

F Consideration and possible action to contribute $5,000 in Cannabis Education Funding for the 2024 Christmas with a Cop Event to take place on December 19, 2024.

Action: Approved $5,000 in Cannabis Education Funding for the 2024 Christmas with a Cop event.

G Consideration and possible action to adopt Resolution No. 24-62 — A Resolution adjusting the salary range table for the two salary ranges impacted by the January 1, 2025 minimum wage increase.

Action: 1) Adopted Resolution No. 24-62; and 2) Authorized the City Manager to implement the proposed changes to the salary range table.

H Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 9 to Agreement File No. 548.2, in a form approved by the City Attorney, with O'Neil Ventures, Inc., to extend the term for one year and provide compensation for business consulting and restaurant and retail food establishment broker services.

Action: Authorized the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 9 to Agreement File No. 548.2, in a form approved by the City Attorney.

Consideration and possible action to authorize the City Manager to execute Transfer Agreement No. 2024MP09 (Agreement File No. 51.89-1), in a form approved by the City Attorney, with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District for the Safe, Clean Water Program — Municipal Program Funds.

Action: Authorized the City Manager to execute Transfer Agreement 2024MP09 (Agreement File No. 51.89-1), in a form approved by the City Attorney.

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15 COUNCIL REPORTS
Item No. 15

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Council Member Santa Ines, Mayor Pro Tem Dunton, and Mayor Koops made various comments and reports.

For the record, and without objection, Council Member Santa Ines requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of Sergeant Joelle Jeffrey Pamplona. 16 ADJOURNMENT
Without objection, Mayor Koops adjourned the meeting at 10:01 p.m., in memory of Sergeant Joelle Jeffrey Pamplona, to the next Regular Meeting of the Bellflower City Council at 5:30 p.m. on Monday, December 9, 2024. (AA"
Ray Dunton, Mayor
City of Bellflower
ATTEST:

Mayra Oc ui, City Clerk
Approve& January 13, 202

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