AGENDA
ITEM
7 AGENDA
CALEXICO California ITEM
WHERE CALIFORNIA AND MEXICO MEET
7 CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
DATE: December 4, 2024
TO: Mayor and City Council
APPROVED BY: Juan Contreras, Acting City ManagerJAC
PREPARED BY: Veronica L. Alvarado, City Clerke
SUBJECT: Approval of City Council/Calexico Community Redevelopment Agency Successor Agency/Calexico Financing Authority Minutes for Meetings October 4, 2023, October 18, 2023, November 15, 2023, November 22, 2023, November 20, 2024.
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Recommendation:
Approval of City Council/Calexico Community Redevelopment Agency Successor Agency/Calexico Financing Authority Minutes for Meetings of October 4, 2023, October 18, 2023, November 15, 2023, November 22, 2023, November 20, 2024.
Background:
In accordance with Municipal Code Section 2.04.070, the City Clerk shall prepare minutes of the proceedings of each City Council Meeting.
Discussion and Analysis:
City Council/Calexico Community Redevelopment Agency Successor Agency/Calexico Financing Authority Minutes for October 4, 2023, October 18, 2023, November 15, 2023, November 22, 2023, November 20, 2024.
Fiscal Impact:
None.
Coordinated With:
None.
Attachments):
1. Minutes for the City Council/Calexico Community Redevelopment Agency Successor Agency/Calexico Financing Authority Minutes for Meetings of October 4, 2023, October 18, 2023, November 15, 2023, November 22, 2023, November 20, 2024.
ATTACHMENT NO. 1
THE CITY COUNCIL/CALEXICO COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY SUCCESSOR AGENCY/CALEXICO FINANCING AUTHORITY MET IN REGULAR SESSION ON THE 4TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2023 AT 5:30 P.M. AT THE FERNANDO "NENE" TORRES COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 608 HEBER AVENUE, CALEXICO, CALIFORNIA. THE DATE, HOUR AND PLACE DULY ESTABLISHED FOR THE HOLDING OF SAID MEETING.
CLOSED SESSION - 5:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Pro Tem Romo called the closed session portion of the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Mayor Pro Tem: Gloria Romo
Council Member: Camilo Garcia
Council Member: Gilberto Manzanarez
Council Member: Javier Moreno
ABSENT:
Mayor: Raul Ureña - arrived at 6:43 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
The following person provided public comments to the City Council: Teri Nava.
ADJOURN TO CLOSE SESSION
City Council adjourned to closed session at 5:35 p.m. to discuss the following:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Representatives: Esperanza Colio Warren, City Manager, Carlos Campos, City Attorney, Employee Organizations: Calexico Firefighters Association, Calexico Municipal Employee Association
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure to Litigation, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)/(E)(1) One (1) Potential Case
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of Litigation, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) One (1) Potential Case
4. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Pursuant to Government Code § 54957
Title: City Manager
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5. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT
Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b)
Title: Chief of Police
The City Council reconvened from closed session at 6:30 p.m.
CALEXICO CITY COUNCIL/CALEXICO REDEVELOPMENT
SUCCESOR AGENCY /CALEXICO FINANCE AUTHORITY
OPEN SESSION - 6:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ureña called the open session portion of the meeting to order at 6:45 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Mayor: Raul Ureña
Mayor Pro Tem: Gloria Romo
Council Member: Camilo Garcia
Council Member: Gilberto Manzanarez
Council Member: Javier Moreno
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
City Manager Colio Warren led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
MISSION STATEMENT
Council Member Manzanarez led those present in the Mission Statement.
INVOCATION
Council Member Moreno led those present in prayer.
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Attorney Carlos Campos reported council met in closed session, direction was received, no reportable action.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion was made by Council Member Moreno, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Romo to approve the agenda.
Motion passed unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS
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6. Proclamation - National Domestic Violence Awareness Month of October.
Proclamation was presented to Gina Vargas from WomanHaven.
7. Proclamation - Disability and Employment Awareness Month of October:
Proclamation was presented Leticia Zuno from Access to Independence.
8. Recognition of Former Chief of Police Humberto Hernandez.
Recognition was presented by Acting Chief Legaspi.
9. Recognition of Former Police Officer Ronald Cuen.
Recognition was presented by Acting Chief Legaspi.
PUBLIC COMMENTS AND PUBLIC APPEARANCES
The following people provided public comments to the City Council: Hussan Yussef, Jordana Selwick, Joong Kim, Yolanda Cunningham, Jesse Garcia, Blanca Morales, Javier Gonzalez, and David Vargas.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Colio Warren reported delays regarding the installation of travel trailers, which are to be used as temporary location for Fire Station No. 2.
COMMISSIONER'S REPORT
Blanca Morales, Business Improvement District, stated their next meeting will be on October 11th and they will be revisiting the plan for downtown Calexico, which will be a priority.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS AND REPORTS OF MEETINGS ATTENDED
Council Member Moreno expressed the importance of the Commissions presenting their recommendations to Council Members; requested Rockwood Avenue to be opened; suggested a Grand Opening for the New Fire Station; expressed the need to open Cordova Park and is concerned about Vincent Memorial High School using Rodriguez Park parking lot.
Council Member Garcia expressed the need to build bridges with the community and people attending the Council Meetings should be respectful during the meetings.
Mayor Ureña stated that today is "California Clean Air Day" and expressed the importance of taking necessary steps to have clean air in the City of Calexico; reported he attended the Clean Mobility Forum in Los Angeles, CA.
CONSENT AGENDA
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Mayor Ureña received comments via email from Michelle Tollet, and Zacary Neider, regarding Item No. 17 from consent agenda.
The following people provided public comments to the City Council: Joong Kim Motion was made by Council Member Garcia, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Romo to approve the Consent Agenda consisting of the following items: Warrants from July 28, 2023 to August 10, 2023 and City Salaries from July 28, 2023 to August 10, 2023; Warrants from August 11, 2023 to August 24, 2023 and City Salaries from August 11, 2023 to August 24, 2023; Warrants from August 25, 2023 to September 7, 2023 and City salaries from August 25, 2023 to September 7, 2023; Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Calexico Authorizing the City Manager or Her Designee to Endorse the Master Agreement, Program Supplement Agreements, Fund Exchange Agreements, Fund Transfer Agreements and Any Amendments Entitled "Administering Agency - Federal and/or State Funded Project" for Project No.
CML-5168(032) Weakly Street from 0.1 Miles East of Portico Boulevard to Scaroni Road; Authorize City Manager to Sign Amendment No. 1 to Agreement in the Amount of $50,000.00 to the Agreement of Professional Services with the Holt Group, Inc. for On-Call Planning and Environmental Services. Total Contract will be $74,999.99; Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City manager to execute the California Library Literacy Services Grant Award for FY 2023-24 in the amount of $44,279.00 and Authorize the City Manager and Fiscal Agent to sign the Certification, Award Agreement and Certificate of Compliance and Any Amendments Thereto, and Any Related Documents Necessary to Participate in the Program; Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the 2024 Lunch at the Library Grant program in the Amount of 27,167.00 and Authorize the City manager and Fiscal Agent to sign the Certification, Award agreement and Certificate of Compliance and Any Amendments Thereto, and Any Related Documents Necessary to Participate in the Program; Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Calexico Ratifying/Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Grant of temporary Construction Easement and Certificate of Assessment for a Portion of Assessor's Parcel Number 058-822-003 for the New River Improvement Project - Calexico Reach; Authorize City Manager to Purchase Ambulance Mobile Radios and Fire Hose with Associated Parts and Equipment for $28,126.11 for the Calexico Fire Department. The Purchases will be made from Airwaves Communications as the Sole Imperial Valley vendor and LN Curtis under Sourcewell Contract-Cooperative Purchase Agreement; Adopt a Resolution of the City of Calexico Accepting the State of California Citizen's Option for Public Safety (COPS) funds for FY 2021/2022 and FY 20222/2023 $213,719.03 in Additional Funding; Amend Resolution No. 2023-43 by Changing the Vehicle Information from the Off-Road 4x4 Chevy Tahoe to the Ford F-150 Police Responder; Authorize City Manager to Purchase One (1) 2023 F-150 Police Responder in the Amount of $56,852.35 for the Calexico Police Department from National Auto Fleet Group under Sourcewell Contract 095121-NAF Cooperative Purchase Agreement. Motion passed unanimously.
DISCUSSION AND POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS
ITEM NO. 22. APPROVE THE FOLLOWING FOR CAMARENA HEROES PARK:
A. AUTHORIZE CITY MANAGER TO WAIVE ADVANCE LIGHTING SERVICES, INC.
ENCROACHMENT PERMIT FEE IN THE AMOUNT OF $3,366.81
B. APPOVE ADVANCE LIGHTING SERVICES, INC. ENCROACHMENT PERMIT TO REPAIR PARK LIGHTS AT CAMARENA HEROES PARK.
Motion was made by Council Member Garcia, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Romo to approve Item No. 22.
Motion passed unanimously.
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ITEM NO. 23. AUTHORIZE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN CHANGE ORDER NO.1 WITH MOUNTAIN CASCADE, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF S282,500.00 AND AUTHORIZE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE ANY FUTURE CHANGE ORDERS NOT-TO-EXCEED S610,363.62 (1.5%) OF MOUNTAIN CASCADE, INC. (BASE BID) AS PER CITY ORDINANCE NO. 1218.
Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Romo, seconded by Council Member Garcia to approve Item No. 23.
Motion passed unanimously.
ITEM NO. 24. APPROVE BUDGET AMENDMENT RESOLUTION TO ESTABLISH ACCOUNT FOR CDBG GRANT #20-CBDG-CV2-3-00169 IN THE AMOUNT OF $611,736.00 FOR REHABILITATION OF FIRE STATION NO. 2.
Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Romo, seconded by Council Member Garcia to approve Item No.
24. Motion passed unanimously.
ITEM NO. 25 COMMERCIAL CONDITIONAL USE OF PERMIT WAIVER REQUEST FOR THREE VEHICLE DEALERSHIPS AT 105 WEST COLE BLVD. (APN 059-342-034).
Presentation by Francisco Barba Associate Planner from the Holt Group, Inc.
The following people provided public comments to the City Council: Hussan Yussef, Veronica Platero, Armando Real.
Motion was made by Council Member Moreno, seconded by Mayor Urena to deny fee waiver with direction to start developing zoning tax amendments on housing and commercial highway lot specifics. Motion passed unanimously.
Motion was made by Council Member Moreno, seconded by Council Member Garcia to extend the meeting past 9:30 p.m. Motion passed unanimously.
ITEM NO. 26 OVERVIEW OF THE REQUESTED VACATION OF A PORTION OF WEST 6™H STREET.
Presentation by Francisco Barba Associate Planner from the Holt Group, Inc.
The following person provided public comments to the City Council: Armando Real.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzanarez, seconded by Mayor Ureña to adopt to vacate land.
After a brief discussion, Council Member Manzanarez rescinded his motion.
Motion was made by Council Member Moreno, seconded by Mayor Ureña to table Item No. 26 with direction from Council Member Manzanarez to bring it back for next council meeting of October 18, 2023.
Motion passed unanimously.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
ITEM NO. 27 INFORMATIONAL ITEM: AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA) - EMERGENCYPARK INFRASTRUCTURE EXPENDITUE REPORT AS OF JUNE 30, 2024.
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Motion was made by Mayor Ureña, seconded by Council Member Manzanarez to table Item No. 27.
Motion passed unanimously.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Raul Ureña stated this item would be skipped.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made by Council Member Moreno, seconded by Council Member Garcia to adjourn meeting.
Motion passed unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 10:07 p.m.
Raul Urena, Mayor
ATTEST:
Veronica L. Alvarado, City Clerk
THE CITY COUNCIL/CALEXICO COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY SUCCESSOR AGENCY/CALEXICO FINANCING AUTHORITY MET IN REGULAR SESSION ON THE 18TH DAY OF OCTOBER 2023 AT 5:30 P.M. AT THE FERNANDO "NENE" TORRES COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 608 HEBER AVENUE, CALEXICO, CALIFORNIA. THE DATE, HOUR AND PLACE DULY ESTABLISHED FOR THE HOLDING OF SAID MEETING.
CLOSED SESSION - 5:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ureña called the closed session portion of the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Mayor: Raul Ureña
Mayor Pro Tem: Gloria G. Romo
Council Member: Gilberto Manzanarez
VIA ZOOM:
Council Member: Camilo Garcia
ABSENT:
Council Member: Javier Moreno
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
No public comments.
ADJOURN TO CLOSE SESSION
City Council adjourned to closed session at 5:32 p.m. to discuss the following:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 Agency Representatives: Esperanza Colio Warren, City Manager, Carlos Campos, City Attorney Employee Organizations: Calexico Firefighters Association, Calexico Municipal Employee Association, Certified Operators Association/SEIU Local 221.
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Initiation of Litigation, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) One (1) Potential Case
CALEXICO CITY COUNCIL/CALEXICO REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR
AGENCY/CALEXICO FINANCING AUTHORITY
OPEN SESSION - 6:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ureña called the open session portion of the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Mayor: Raul Ureña
Mayor Pro Tem: Gloria G. Romo
Council Member: Gilberto Manzanarez
VIA TELECONFERENCE:
Council Member: Camilo Garcia
ABSENT:
Council Member: Javier Moreno
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Manzanarez led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
MISSION STATEMENT PLEDGE
Mayor Ureña led those present in the mission statement.
INVOCATION
Father Hilario led those present in prayer.
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Attorney Carlos Campos reported council met in closed session, direction was received, no reportable action.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Romo, seconded by Council Member Manzanarez to approve the agenda. Motion passed with the following vote to wit.
YES: Ureña, Romo, Manzanarez, Garcia
NOES: None
ABSENT: Moreno
ABSTAIN: None
PRESENTATIONS
2. Proclamation Honoring Interim Police Chief Victor Legaspi for 34 Years of Service to the City of Calexico.
Proclamation read and presented to Interim Chief Victor Legaspi.
PUBLIC COMMENTS AND APPEARANCES
The following persons provided comments to council: Amalia Gonzalez, David Garcias, Jesse Garcia, Teri Nava, Mario & Mrs. Acevedo, Hector Buelna Melendrez, Jose Luis Contreras, Liliana Hernandez, Jesus Solano, Jose Luis Jimenez, Christina Wong Ramirez, Tony Roldan, Guadalupe Salcedo, Victoria Montes, John Rawlings, Sylvia Bernal, Tony Pimentel, Jazmine Guilin
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Colio-Warren reported on the following: status report on the installation of utility services at Fire Station No. 2; bidding process for the rehabilitation of Fire Station No. 2 has been completed; ribbon cutting ceremony for Fire Station No.1 is scheduled for October 30, 2023 at 5:00 p.m.; status report on the Rockwood Promenade.
COMMISSIONER REPORTS
Blanca Morales, Business Improvement District (BID), stated the commission met on October 12, 2023, and elected the officers; stated that businesses on Rockwood Avenue have 50% reduction in sales; requested to expand the boundaries of the BID map and look at the BID Strategic Plan; look at property owners and businesses of abandoned buildings and arson fires; history of deletion of BID fees.
Patricia Urena, Community Services Commission, provided update on their last meeting in August; stated that they are working with the BID regarding the beautification of downtown; stated she will bring to Council a request for the meetings to be held bi-monthly instead of quarterly; looking into MOU's for the use of their facilities; proposed to have a Park Master Plan; they are looking into having a Volunteer Form for people wanting to provide volunteer services; recommendation for a full inspection of all City playgrounds in order to get a status of all the conditions and amenities; recommended to revisit Heber Park; status report on the Utility Box Program.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS AND REPORTS OF MEETINGS ATTENDED
Council Member Manzanarez congratulated the Calexico Police Department for the recent seizure of Fentanyl; congratulated the Public Works Department and Recreation Department for the great work done; requested to have tax measures to increase revenue to the City; reported on the Gaza-Israel conflict and asked to support the Ceasefire.
Mayor Pro Tem Romo requested to coordinate and have events related to public health.
Council Member Garcia expressed his gratitude to Interim Chief Legaspi for his years of service; reported he attended a celebration for Mana Las Primeras, where they honored three Imperial Valley women for their work in the community; extended an invitation to the community on behalf of the Imperial County Workforce Board to receive feedback regarding Lithium Valley.
Mayor Ureña stated that the next quarterly financial report will be on November 1, 2023; requested that City Manager consider a temporary fee reduction for seasonal events that would apply in November and December; provided direction to City Manager to include a Public Works Department item regarding ARPA funding for park expenditures for the meeting of November 1, 2023 and to bring back an item to re-establish the January mayoral rotation; announced that the State of the City is scheduled for December:
CONSENT AGENDA
City Attorney Carlos Campos clarified Item No. 9 of Consent Agenda, should read as follows: Introduction of First Reading by Title only of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Calexico Adopting the Military Use Policy consistent with Requirements of AB 481. A request from Council Member Garcia to pull Item No. 8 from Consent was denied by Mayor Urena.
Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Romo, seconded by Council Member Manzanarez to approve the consent agenda consisting of the following items: Adopt Resolution of the City Council of the City of Calexico Authorizing the Submittal of Applications) for All CalRecycle Grants and Payment Programs for which the City of Calexico is Eligible in the Amount of $83,081.00; Authorize City Manager to Purchase and Install Two Johnston Short Coupled Vertical Turbine with Motor Pumps (Water Distribution Pumps) for the Water Treatment Plant in the Amount of $240,906.12 from Brax Company, Inc.; Authorize City Manager to Sign Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement of Professional Services with Lee & Ro, Inc. in the Amount of $98,992.00 for Engineering Services for Sewer Lift Station NO. 9 and 11, Sewer Collection and Water Distribution System Improvement Project for a Total Contract Amount of $520,209.00; Adopt Budget Amendment Resolution for Fund No. 255 - American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) in the Amount of $12,800.00 for the Replacement of Air Conditioning Unit at Senior Hall; Adopt Budget Amendment Resolution for Fund No 255 - American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) to Reallocation $50,000.00 from Park Improvements at Border Friendship Park (Genaro "Teco" Monroy) to Facility Improvement for Temporary Police Department Substation; Ordinance Adopting Calexico Police Department Military Equipment Use Policy. Motion passed with the following vote to wit:
YES: Ureña, Romo, Manzanarez, Garcia
NOES: None
ABSENT: Moreno
ABSTAIN: None
DISCUSSION AND POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS
ITEM NO. 10 DISCUSSION AND POTENTIAL ACTION REGARDING THE CITY OF CALEXICO CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS 2023:
a. SET EVENT DATES:
i. TREE LIGHTING AT CITY HALL: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 30, 2023 ii. CHRISTMAS PARADE AT DOWNTOWN: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2023 b. ADOPT BUDGET AMENDMENT RESOLUTION FOR FUND NO. 255 - AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA) IN THE AMOUNT OF $27,000.00 FOR CHRISTMAS HOLIDAY CELEBRATIONS 2023
Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Romo, seconded by Mayor Ureña to approve Item No. 10. Motion passed with the following vote to wit:
YES: Ureña, Romo, Manzanarez, Garcia
NOES: None
ABSENT: Moreno
ABSTAIN: None
ITEM NO. 11 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALEXICO PURSUANT TO PUBLIC CONTRACT CONDE (PCC) SECTION 22035 FINDING THAT AN EMERGENCY EXISTED DUE TO THE NEED OF REPAIR ONE (1) SINKHOLE IN THE
INTERSECTION OF FIRST STREET AND HEBER AVENUE AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE A CONTRACT WITHOUT COMPETITIVE BIDDING PURSUANT TO PCC SECTION 22050 IN THE AMOUNT OF $125,600.07 TO FIX THE SINKHOLE.
Motion was made by Mayor Ureña, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Romo to approve Item No. 11. Motion passed with the following vote to wit:
YES: Ureña, Romo, Manzanarez, Garcia
NOES: None
ABSENT: Moreno
ABSTAIN: None
ITEM NO. 12 INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING BY TITLE ONLY OF AN ORDINANCE ADOPTING A ZONE TEXT AMENDMENTS TO SECTION 17.03.140 OF THE ZONING
ORDINANCE TO ALLOW CARPORTS WITHIN THE ESTABLISHED FRONT YARD SETBACK OF RESIDENTIAL ZONES.
Motion was made by Council Member Manzanarez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Romo to approve Item No. 12. Motion passed with the following vote to wit:
YES: Ureña, Romo, Manzanarez, Garcia
NOES: None
ABSENT: Moreno
ABSTAIN: None
ITEM NO. 13 OVERVIEW OF THE REQUESTED VACATION OF A PORTION OF WEST 6™ STREET.
Motion was made by Mayor Ureña, seconded by Council Member Manzanarez to approve Item No. 13.
Motion passed with the following vote to wit:
YES: Ureña, Romo, Manzanarez
NOES: Garcia
ABSENT: Moreno
ABSTAIN: None
ITEM NO. 14 APPOINTMENT BY MAYOR RAUL UREÑA TO THE POLICE ADVISORY COMMISSION.
The following person provided comments to council: Jazmine Guilin Mayor Ureña appointed Gabriel Rodriguez to the Police Advisory Commission.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Manzanarez requested to revisit the possible opening of Crummet Park; requested to follow up on adoption of new zoning ordinances regarding signage to help promote business.
Mayor Pro Tem Romo requested an update report on both Fire Stations.
Council Member Garcia requested to bring back item regarding the reopening Rockwood Avenue.
Mayor Urena requested the temporary fee reduction thru November and December; University area zone change and the Resolution to re-establish Mayoral rotation.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, meeting adjourned at 9:15 p.m.
Raul Ureña, Mayor
ATTEST:
Veronica L. Alvarado, City Clerk
THE CITY COUNCIL/CALEXICO COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY SUCCESSOR AGENCY/CALEXICO FINANCING AUTHORITY MET IN REGULAR SESSION ON THE 15TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2023 AT 5:30 P.M. AT THE FERNANDO "NENE" TORRES COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 608 HEBER AVENUE, CALEXICO, CALIFORNIA. THE DATE, HOUR AND PLACE DULY ESTABLISHED FOR THE HOLDING OF SAID MEETING.
CLOSED SESSION - 5:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Urena called the closed session portion of the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Mayor: Raul Urena
Council Member: Camilo Garcia
Council Member: Gilberto Manzanarez
Council Member: Javier Moreno
VIA TELECONFERENCE:
Mayor Pro Tem: Gloria Romo
ABSENT:
Council Member: Gilberto Manzanarez
ADJOURN TO CLOSE SESSION
City Council adjourned to closed session at 5:32 p.m. to discuss the following:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Representatives: Esperanza Colio Warren, City Manager, Carlos Campos, City Attorney, Employee Organizations: Calexico Firefighters Association, Calexico Municipal Employee Association, Certified Operators Association/SEIU Local 221
2. CONFERRENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure to Litigation, Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)/(e)(1) One (1) Potential Case
3. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Pursuant to Government Code § 54957
Title: City Manager
4. COFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
In re: Aqueous Film-Forming Foam Products Liability Litigation Case No. 2:18-mm2873-RMG
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The City Council reconvened from close session at 6:30 p.m.
CALEXICO CITY COUNCIL/CALEXICO REDEVELOPMENT
SUCCESOR AGENCY /CALEXICO FINANCE AUTHORITY
OPEN SESSION - 6:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Ureña called the open session portion of the meeting to order at 6:36 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Mayor: Raul Ureña
Council Member: Camilo Garcia
Council Member: Gilberto Manzanarez
Council Member: Javier Moreno
VIA TELECONFERENCE:
Mayor Pro Tem: Gloria Romo
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ureña led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
MISSION STATEMENT
Council Member Garcia led those present in the Mission Statement.
INVOCATION
Council Member Moreno led those present in prayer.
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Attorney Carlos Campos reported council met in closed session, direction was received, no reportable action.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion was made by Council Member Moreno, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Romo to approve the agenda.
Motion passed unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS
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6. Proclamation for "Farmworkers Appreciation Week"- November 23, 2023 through December 2, 2023.
Proclamation was presented to Diana Garcia from the Farmworkers Breakfast Committee.
7. Presentation by Miguel Hernandez on the Salton Sea Management Program.
Miguel Hernandez provided brief presentation regarding the Salton Sea Management Program.
PUBLIC COMMENTS AND PUBLIC APPEARANCES
The following people provided public comments to the City Council: Jesse Garcia, Victor Legaspi, Carmen Estrada, Alexis Rangel, Rebeca Lemon, and Jordana Selwick.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
City Manager Colio-Warren reported on the following: welcomed the following employees: new City Engineer, Guillermo Sillas, new Planning and Building Director, Francisco Barba, new City Clerk, Veronica L. Alvarado, new Interim Police Chief, Armando Orozco, and new Acting Fire Chief, Eduardo Ainza; stated the recruitment of the Finance Director is still in process; stated the city property located on 1s Street, which is abandoned and condemned, is in the process of the Surplus Land Act and has already received proposals; status update on the Alley Improvement Project Phase I and plans for Phase II is scheduled for completion in December; reported the City of Calexico made a donation for the Veterans Day event.
COMMISSIONER'S REPORT
Antonio Garcia, Community Services Commission, expressed the need for the commission to meet more often, suggesting every month; also suggested finishing at least one park so the public can see results.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS AND REPORTS OF MEETINGS ATTENDED
Council Member Manzanarez acknowledged that the city is short staffed and has been working with skeleton crews for years; mentioned the city is in an upward trend, but needs more measures to jump start the economic development of the city.
Council Member Moreno requested a clear plan to reopen Rockwood Avenue and requested City Manager Colio Warren present a report at the next council meeting.
Council Member Garcia requested City Manager Colio Warren find additional insurance for volunteers who are willing to help with the downtown cleanup, need to facilitate this process and would like to see this in the next agenda; congratulated the Calexico Unified School District for the grand opening of the high school building; apologized to the Veterans for not attending the Veteran's Day event due to a prior out of town commitment and thanked them for their service.
Mayor Pro Tem Romo thanked management and staff for their work and welcomed the new employees.
Mayor Urena attended the ribbon cutting ceremony for the Calexico East Port of Entry widening project that comes with the pedestrian enhancements and added two more commercial lanes; it was announced this CITY COUNCIL MINUTES PAGE | 4 NOVEMBER 15, 2023
week that the Sentri has a new pilot program for the next two months, starting on November 13' they will be open 24 hours at the Calexico West Port of Entry; requested City Manager secure the rental for the State of the City so a date can be set, and invitations can be sent out.
CONSENT AGENDA
Motion was made by Council Member Moreno, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Romo to approve the Consent Agenda consisting of the following items: Warrants from September 9, 2023 to September 22, 2023 and 2023 to October 20, 2023 and City salaries from October 7, 2023 to October 20, 2023; Approval of the Employment Agreement Between the City of Calexico and Veronica Alvarado as the City Clerk for a Three- Year-Year Term Beginning October 23, 2023; Authorize City Manager to Sign Two Agreements with Vertical Bridge Development, LLC; (1) Option and Lease Agreement for the Installation of Combined Athletic Field Light/Cell Tower at Southwest Corner of Rancho Elegante Park/Carmen Estrada Soccer Field (Andrade and Camino del Rio), Calexico, California and (2) Mutual Agreement to Terminate Federal Court Litigation. Motion passed unanimously.
DISCUSSION AND POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS
ITEM NO. 12 APPOINTMENT BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF ONE GENERAL COMMISSIONER TO THE CALEXICO HOUSING AUTHORITY BOARD.
The following three candidates were presented to the City Council to be designated as Commissioner to the Calexico Housing Authority: Juan Ortiz, Richard Romero and Juan Villarreal.
Motion was made by Council Member Moreno, seconded by Council Member Garcia to appoint Juan Villarreal. Motion passed unanimously.
ITEM NO. 13 DISCUSSION/DIRECTION IMPERIAL COUNTY LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION (LAFCO) APPOINTEE TO VOTE IN SUPPORT OF AB-918.
ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALEXICO OPPOSING
IMPERIAL COUNTY LAFCO'S APPROVAL OF THE EXPANSION OF PIONEER'S MEMORIAL HOSPITAL DISTRICT TO EMCOMPASS THE ENTIRE COUNTY OF IMPERIAL.
The following people provided public comments to the City Council: Guillermo Hernandez, Jaysel Mendoza, Tomas Oliva, Cedric Cesena, and Silvia Bernal.
Motion was made by Council Member Moreno, seconded by Council Member Manzanarez to approve Item No. 13. Motion passed unanimously.
ITEM NO. 14 TEMPORARY USE PERMIT REQUEST FOR THE INSTALLATION OF A "V" SHAPED SIGN LOCATED AT THE INTERSECTION OF COLE BLVD. AND ML KING AVE.
Planning and Building Director Francisco Barba provided a brief explanation.
Motion was made by Mayor Urena, seconded by Council Member Manzanarez to approve the temporary use permit for one year. Motion passed unanimously.
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FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Mayor Raul Urena requested to include an item for Rockwood Ave. for the next agenda.
City Manager Colio-Warren requested a Special meeting for November 22, 2023 at 6:00 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made by Council Member Moreno, seconded by Council Member Garcia to adjourn meeting.
Motion passed unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 8:25 p.m.
Raul Urena, Mayor
ATTEST:
Veronica L. Alvarado, City Clerk
THE CITY COUNCIL/CALEXICO COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY SUCCESSOR AGENCY/CALEXICO FINANCING AUTHORITY MET IN SPECIAL SESSION ON THE 22ND DAY OF NOVEMBER 2023 AT 6:00 PM AT THE FERNANDO "NENE" TORRES COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 608 HEBER AVENUE, CALEXICO, CALIFORNIA. THE DATE, HOUR AND PLACE DULY ESTABLISHED FOR THE HOLDING OF SAID MEETING.
OPEN SESSION - 6:00 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Urena called the open session portion of the special meeting to order at 6:05 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Mayor: Raul Urena
Council Member: Camilo Garcia
Council Member: Gilberto Manzanarez
Council Member: Javier Moreno
VIA TELECONFERENCE:
Mayor Pro Tem: Gloria Romo
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Urena led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
INVOCATION
Council Member Moreno led those present in prayer.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion was made by Council Member Garcia, seconded by Council Member Moreno to approve the agenda. Motion passed unanimously.
DISCUSSION AND POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS
ITEM NO. 1 ADOPT BUDGET AMENDMENT RESOLUTION FOR FUND NO. 255 - AMERICAN RESCUE PLAN ACT (ARPA) TO REALLOCATE $80,000.00 FROM ESSENTIAL
WORKERS RELEIF PROGRAM TO RECALL VALIDATION SIGNATURES BY COUNTY OF IMPERIAL REGISTRAR OF VOTERS.
City Manager Colio-Warren explained that on November 1, 2023, $170,000.00 were set aside from the General Fund for repairs to fire engine water pumps. City Manager reported that due to the Recall the city received a verbal quote of $78,000.00 from Imperial County Registrar of Voters in order to validate the signatures for the Recall. Stating that ARPA funds cannot be used for validation of signatures, the City Manager is requesting to "switch " the previously approved $80,000.00 for the Fire Department with ARPA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES PAGE | 2 NOVEMBER 22, 2023
funds left over from the Essential Workers Relief Program and get the $80,000.00 needed for the validation of the signatures for the Recall from the General Fund.
City Manager Colio-Warren pointed out that the time to validate the signatures is short, having until December 8, 2023, and if the signatures are not validated by December 8, 2023, the City would have to go to a Special Election, costing the City around $150,000.00, making it necessary to meet the deadline.
Motion was made by Council Member Moreno, seconded by Mayor Urena to approve Item No. 1. Motion passed unanimously.
ITEM NO. 2 ROCKWOOD PROMENADE PROJECT
A. OPTION NO. 1 - REOPEN ROCKWOOD AVENUE BETWEEN 1ST STREET AND 2ND STREET FOR VEHICULAR TRAFFIC.
B. OPTION NO. 2 - PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF TO SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PERMANENT CLOSURE OF ROCKWOOD AVENUE BETWEEN 1ST STREET AND 2ND STREET.
Public Works Director/City Engineer Sillas provided brief presentation.
Written comments were received via email from the following persons: Jordana Selwick, and Sal Pummay.
The following persons provided public comments to the city council: George Rashid, Ana Rogers, Ivett Picon, Blanca Morales, and Chris Velasco.
Mayor Ureña motions to reopen Rockwood Street on a temporary basis with horizontal parking spaces and to find a way to protect the art until the city has a new project. After a brief discussion, Mayor Ureña withdrew motion.
Motion was made by Council Member Moreno, seconded by Council Member Garcia to approve Item No. 2 with Option No. 1 - Reopen Rockwood Avenue. Motion fails with the following vote:
AYES: Garcia, Moreno
NOES: Urena, Romo, Manzanarez
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Motion was made by Council Member Manzanarez, seconded by Mayor Urena to approve a third option - temporarily re-open until February and come back with a more concrete plan with timelines of events of purchasing, installation of amenities along with a redesigned plan lane for merchant and public safety traffic. Motion passes with the following vote to wit:
AYES: Urena, Romo, Manzanarez, Moreno
NOES:
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
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ADJOURNMENT
Motion was made by Mayor Urena, seconded by Council Member Manzanarez to adjourn meeting. Motion passed unanimously.
Meeting adjourned at 7:25 p.m.
Raul Urena, Mayor
ATTEST:
Veronica L. Alvarado, City Clerk
THE CITY COUNCIL/CALEXICO COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY SUCCESSOR AGENCY/CALEXICO FINANCING AUTHORITY MET IN REGULAR SESSION ON THE 20TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2024 AT 5:30 P.M. AT THE FERNANDO "NENE" TORRES COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 608 HEBER AVENUE, CALEXICO, CALIFORNIA. THE DATE, HOUR AND PLACE DULY ESTABLISHED FOR THE HOLDING OF SAID MEETING.
CLOSED SESSION - 5:30 PM
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Garcia called the closed session portion of the meeting to order at 5:31 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Mayor: Camilo Garcia
Mayor Pro Tem: Javier Moreno
Council Member: Gloria Romo
Council Member: Victor Legaspi
Council Member: Lisa Tylenda
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
The following person provided public comments to the City Council: Norma Aguilar.
ADJOURN TO CLOSE SESSION
City Council adjourned to closed session at 5:34 p.m. to discuss the following:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Representatives: Juan Contreras, Acting City Manager, Carlos Campos, City Attorney Employee Organizations: Calexico Firefighters Association, Certified Operators Association/SEIU Local 221
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Representatives: Juan Contreras, Acting City Manager, Carlos Campos, City Attorney Unrepresented Employee: Planning and Building Director.
3. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Title: Acting City Manager.
4. CONFERRENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
CDF No. 2005-1 of the City of Calexico v. PCG - La Jolla Palms, L.P.., et al Imperial County Superior Court, Case No. ECU07546
5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNCIL - EXISTING LITIGATION
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Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
CDF No. 2005-1 of the City of Calexico v. PCG - La Jolla Palms, L.P., et al Imperial County Superior Court, Case No. ECU07547
6. CONFERRENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
City of Calexico vs. Armando Real; Armando C. real and Sandra A. Real, Trustees of the Rosas Family Trust; Juan M. Lopez and Florence Lopez; Mario Vela and Maritza Vela, Trustees Under Declaration Of Trust, Dated June 30, 2000; Grace W. Lai Family Trust dated October 23, 2022, et al Imperial County Superior Court, Case No. ECU002591
6A. CONFERRENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Cal. Public Employment Relations Board (PERB) Case No. LA-CE-1714-M Service Employees International Union Local 221 v. City of Calexico The City Council reconvened from close session at 6:56 p.m.
CALEXICO CITY COUNCIL/CALEXICO REDEVELOPMENT
SUCCESOR AGENCY /CALEXICO FINANCE AUTHORITY
OPEN SESSION - 6:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Garcia called the open session portion of the meeting to order at 6:57 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Mayor: Camilo Garcia
Mayor Pro Tem: Javier Moreno
Council Member: Gloria Romo
Council Member: Victor Legaspi
Council Member: Lisa Tylenda
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Tylenda led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
MISSION STATEMENT
Council member Legaspi led those present in the Mission Statement.
INVOCATION
Pastor Frank Zazueta led those present in prayer.
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CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENTS
City Attorney Carlos Campos reported council met in closed session, direction was received, no reportable action.
APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
City Attorney Campos stated that staff requested to add Emergency Item as Item No. 13A, in which the City needs to take immediate action.
Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Moreno, seconded by Council Member Romo to approve the agenda and add Emergency Item No. 13A. Motion passed unanimously.
PRESENTATIONS
7. Mayoral Recognition - Calexico High School Girls Volleyball Team - Desert League Champions.
Recognition was presented to the Calexico High School Girls Volleyball team.
8. Small Businesses Mayoral Recognition.
Recognitions were presented to the following businesses: MaryJane Candy Shop, TacoMex Tacos & Beer, Chiliberto's Tacos & Breakfast, and Pollos Mi Pollo. 8A. Overview of the Calexico East Port of Entry Bridge Widening Project.
David Aguirre, ICTC Executive Director provided presentation.
PUBLIC COMMENTS AND PUBLIC APPEARANCES
The following people provided public comments to the City Council: Victor Rocha, Jesus Solano, Donald Medart Jr., Oscar Pesqueira, Alejandra Guerrero, Olga Garcia, and Arturo Medina.
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
Acting City Manager Contreras reported on the following items: Fire Station No. 2 is open and the possibility of a Soft Opening on December 6, 2024; thanked David Aguirre for his presentation; Cordova Park area complaints are being addressed; assessing the viability of speed bumps or speed humps and stop signs in several spots around the City; the business license task force collection process and making the business license process friendlier; moving forward with the contract for the Finance Director; reached out to Southern California Gas Company to schedule a meeting regarding impact fees; provided direction to Code Enforcement and Police Department to start the cleanup process at the La Jolla Palms area homeless encampment; a temp-employee has returned and will continue to work the grant funding that has been held up; complaints from the General Dollar store's manager regarding Aurora High School students; Finance and Public Works Departments are working with GovDeal Surplus Auctions to add surplus equipment from City departments to be sold at auction; thanked City staff for the Tree Lighting event; met with Risk Management regarding MOU with the Chamber of Commerce; thanked the City Clerk's office for moving CITY COUNCIL MINUTES PAGE |4 NOVEMBER 20, 2024
forward with the CivicPlus training to transition into a new system; clarified the City Clerk's contract is not expired, the contract is for three years.
COMMISSIONER'S REPORT
Patricia Urena, Community Services Commission, reported on the following: update on the commission's meeting last week, in which items discussed were Rodriguez park, Heber Expansion Project, Strategic Plan for Parks and Recreation; thanked city staff for the Tree Lighting event; update on the Mural Project Cycle 8; cars driving fast on Sapphire Street and a need for a study; update on the fence removal at Crummett Park; Community Services Commission bylaws.
Ben Horton, Economic Development and Financial Advisory Commission, reported on the following:
future meeting with T-Mobile Foundation regarding possible grants for the City of Calexico.
Blanca Morales, Business Improvement District (BID), reported on the following: met last month with District Attorney Marcus regarding safety and homeless issues in the downtown area and the Psychiatric Emergency Response Team (PERT) program; and meeting this week with the San Diego PERT team that Council Member Legaspi and Acting Lieutenant Acuna also attended.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS AND REPORTS OF MEETINGS ATTENDED
Council member Tylenda reported on the following items: stated that she is constantly working with staff to address items for the public and some items that will be coming before the council hopefully on the next agenda for ideas and discussion and in regard to changing some policies for certain ordinances and maybe finding ways to incentivize economic development for the city.
Mayor Pro Tem Moreno reported on the following items: thanked city staff for the Tree Lighting event and also stated the attendance probably doubled from last year's event.
Council Member Legaspi reported on the following: thanked city staff for the Tree Lighting event; meeting attended with San Diego PERT and Imperial Valley Behavioral Health and Commissioner Morales.
Council Member Romo reported on the following: requests by citizens regarding painting the pedestrian crosswalk lanes and sidewalk repairs; requested to have a meeting regarding possible stop signs.
Mayor Garcia reported on the following: thanked city staff and sponsors for the Tree Lighting event; participated in the Veteran's Day Memorial Celebration at the cemetery and at the Veteran's Memorial Monument.
CONSENT AGENDA
The following people provided public comments to the City Council: Jonathan Rangel, Victor Rocha, and Karla Ibarra.
Motion was made by Council Member Romo, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Moreno to approve the Consent Agenda consisting of the following items: Approval of City Council/Calexico Community Redevelopment Agency Successor Agency/Calexico Finance Authority Minutes for Meetings of December 20, 2023, April 10, 2024, April 22, 2024, July 22, 2024, and November 6, 2024; Adopt a Resolution No. 24-_ of the City CITY COUNCIL MINUTES PAGE |5 NOVEMBER 20, 2024
Council of the City of Calexico Declaring Out of Service Electronic Equipment as Surplus and Authorize the Sale or Disposal of the Items; Adoption of Resolution 24-_ _Approving the Bilingual Differential Pay Policy. Motion passed with the following vote:
AYES: Moreno, Romo, Legaspi
NOES: Garcia, Tylenda
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
DISCUSSION AND POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS
ITEM NO. 12 2023-2024 YEAR-END AND 2024-2025 1ST QUARTER BUDGET STATUS REPORT AND RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE 2023-2024 AND 2024-2025 BUDGETS.
The following person provided public comments to the council: Jesus Solano, Karla Ibarra, Victor Rocha, Diana Nuricumbo, Bertha Carreno, and Blanca Morales.
Motion was made by Council Member Romo, seconded by Mayor Garcia to approve Item No. 12. Motion passed with the following votes:
AYES: Garcia, Moreno, Romo, Legaspi
NOES: Tylenda
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
ITEM NO. 13 45TH ANNUAL FARMWORKER APPRECIATION BREAKFAST.
A. APPROVAL OF $2,223.26 FROM THE FUND NO. 111 - GENERAL FUND AND FUND NO. 231 - STREETS FOR CITY STAFF IN-KIND SERVICES.
Motion was made by Council Member Romo, seconded by Mayor Garcia to approve Item No. 13. Motion passed unanimously.
ITEM NO. 13A - EMERGENCY ITEM - ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CALEXICO APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE STANDARD AGREEMENT FOR THE 2020 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) CORONAVIRUS RESPONSE ROUND 2 AND 3 IN THE AMOUNT OF $170,982.00 FOR THE FIRE STATION NO. 2 REHABILITATION PROJECT.
Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Moreno, seconded by Council Member Romo to approve Emergency Item No. 13. Motion passed unanimously.
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
ITEM NO. 14 RECEIVE AND FILE LIBRARY BOARD OF TRUSTEES MINUTES FOR MEETING ON JULY 29, 2024.
Council received and filed the Library Board of Trustees Minutes for meeting of July 29, 2024.
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ITEM NO. 15 INFORMATIONAL ITEM: HEBER PARK EXPANSION PROJECT EXPENDITURE REPORT DATED OCTOBER 31, 2024.
Public Works Manager Falomir provided status report.
FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Legaspi requested the following: speed bumps; more patrol officers in the Cordova Park area; have a townhall meeting in two months on the West side of town regarding the Heber Park expansion; requested to keep the same commissioners; would like to see what improvements can be done at the airport; and a report on handicapped sidewalks for next council meeting.
Council Member Romo requested the following: a status report on the Calexico International Airport; speed bumps around Cordova Park; item regarding Chinese New Year on the next agenda; requested meeting with School District Superintendent to see if the sidewalks for the children can be fixed.
Mayor Pro Tem Moreno requested the following: update on Rodriguez Park; MOU agreement with the neighbors across the street; update on Cordova Park, terms of project and timelines; Prop 36 update; a plan regarding traffic congestion over the Holiday Season.
Council Member Tylenda requested the following: an update on the demolition of old Tortas and Beer Building; informational item from Police Chief regarding downtown task force; and informational item on the red curbs.
Mayor Garcia requested an update on former Orthopedic Clinic clean up; and wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, meeting adjourned at 10:14 p.m.
Camilio Garcia, Mayor
ATTEST:
Karla Gomez Silva, Deputy City Clerk