MINUTES OF A REGULAR MEETING OF THE CERRITOS CITY COUNCIL AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CERRITOS REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY HELD THURSDAY, JUNE 27, 2024, 7:00 P.M., IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER AT CERRITOS CITY HALL, 18125 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE, CERRITOS, CALIFORNIA.
1. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 p.m.
2. Invocation
The invocation was given by Mike Ballentine, Chaplain, Cerritos Sheriff’s Station.
3. Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Lynda P. Johnson.
4. Roll Call
The following members of the City Council/Successor Agency were in attendance:
Council/Agency Member Bruce W. Barrows
Council/Agency Member Lynda P. Johnson
Council/Agency Member Frank Aurelio Yokoyama
Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Chuong Vo
Mayor/Chair Naresh Solanki
5. Presentations/Appointments
5A. Presentations
A proclamation was made by the City Council honoring:
Insta Graphics Systems (Business Spotlight).
5B. Review and consideration of appointments, removals, and filling of sc heduled o r unscheduled vacancies on the Cerritos Advisory Boards (2022-24 term) (COUNCIL).
The Mayor opened the public comments period. Seeing none, the Mayor declared the public comments period closed.
MOTION: It was moved by Vo, and seconded by Barrows, to approve Mayor Pro Tem Vo’s nomination, as listed below, to fill an unscheduled vacancy for the remainder of the 2022- 24 term of service (COUNCIL):
Nominee Name Advisory Board
Steve W. Lin Parks and Recreation Commission
Mayor Solanki announced the meeting rules of decorum.
Vida Barone, City Clerk/Treasurer , announced that prior to the meeting, the Council/Agency members received full-text, unredacted copies of the six (6) written comments submitted for meeting items by the deadline listed on the agenda and for inclusion in the official record.
Requests for copies of the written comments submitted for this meeting can be made during regular business hours to the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer.
6. Public Comments and Suggestions
The Mayor opened the public comments period for items not listed on the meeting agenda but that were within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council , the Consent Calendar, and Closed Session.
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6. Public Comments and Suggestions (continued)
Monica Ballentine thanked the City Council and staff for their hard work on behalf of the community and residents.
David Pylman suggested restricting public comments to Cerritos residents, requested an additional public comment section just prior to Closed Session items, and requested that Item No. 7C be pulled from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration.
Al Barlevy expressed concern with public speaker s requesting the City Council adopt a ceasefire resolution and requested the City Council adopt a resolution condemning Hamas.
Teddy Lloyd thanked the City Council for their efforts to promote pickleball in the community.
Maha Afra requested the City Council adopt a ceasefire resolution.
Margaret Villa requested the City Council adopt a ceasefire resolution.
Male speaker commented on the Brown Act, noting individuals cannot be restricted from providing comment based on residency and requested the City Council adopt a ceasefire resolution.
Seeing no further speakers, the Mayor declared the public comments period closed.
Written comments, if submitted by the deadline listed on the agenda, are considered part of the meeting record and are available upon request in the Office of the City Clerk/Treasurer during regular business hours.
7. Consent Calendar
7A. Approval of Minutes
Thursday, June 13 , 2024, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY).
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration by Councilmember Barrows.
MOTION: It was moved by Yokoyama, and seconded by Johnson, to approve the Thursday, June 13 , 2024, 7:00 p.m. City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY).
The motion carried (4 – 0 – 0 - 1) as follows:
AYES: Johnson, Yokoyama, Vo, Solanki
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Barrows
7B. Approval of Financial Reports
7B.1. Register of Demands for the City of Cerritos dated June 27, 2024 (COUNCIL).
MOTION: It was moved by Barrows, and seconded by Johnson, to approve the Register of Demands as follows:
City of Cerritos June 27, 2024 $4,437,327.13 (COUNCIL) City of Cerritos Thursday, June 27, 2024, 7:00 p.m.
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7. Consent Calendar (continued)
7B.1. (continued)
The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows:
AYES: Barrows, Johnson, Yokoyama, Vo, Solanki
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
7B.2. Register of Demands for the Successor Agency to the Cerritos Redevelopment Agency dated June 27, 2024 (SUCCESSOR AGENCY).
MOTION: It was moved by Barrows, and seconded by Johnson, to approve the Register of Demands as follows:
Successor Agency June 27, 2024 $1,850.00 (COUNCIL)
The motion carried (5 - 0) as follows:
AYES: Barrows, Johnson, Yokoyama, Vo, Solanki
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
7B.3. Approval of Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget amendments (COUNCIL).
MOTION: It was moved by Barrows, and seconded by Johnson, to authorize administrative- initiated Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget amendments in accordance with Joint Budget Resolution No. 2023-26/CSA 2023-01 and the Strategic Financial Plan and Budget Preparation Policy (Policy 2.04) as adopted by the City Council, as follows:
Account/Project: 110-211-61120 Building & Safety Services Amount: $400,000
Justification: A budget amendment of $400,000 was requested for the Building & Safety Services account to address increased expenditures resulting from heightened construction activity and development projects citywide. The City contracts with the County of Los Angeles to provide Building & Safety services, including plan che cks and inspection services. These expenditures are passthrough expenses, with project applicants bearing the costs of these services (COUNCIL).
The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows:
AYES: Barrows, Johnson, Yokoyama, Vo, Solanki
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
7C. Adoption of Ordinance:
Ordinance introduced at the Thursday, June 13, 2024, City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting:
Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1045, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS AMENDING CHAPTER 2.15 OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE TO EXTEND THE TWO-YEAR TERMS OF OFFICE FOR 2022-24 ADVISORY BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE MEMBERS (COUNCIL).
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7. Consent Calendar (continued)
7C. (continued)
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration by Mayor Solanki.
The Mayor opened the public comments period.
David Pylman expressed concern regarding Council communications with advisory board members and regarding canceled meetings.
Seeing no further speakers, the Mayor declared the public comments period closed.
MOTION: It was moved by Vo, and seconded by Barrows, to:
1. Waive full reading of and adopt Ordinance No. 1045, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS AMENDING CHAPTER 2.15 OF THE CERRITOS MUNICIPAL CODE TO EXTEND THE TWO-YEAR TERMS OF OFFICE FOR 2022-24 ADVISORY BOARD, COMMISSION, AND COMMITTEE MEMBERS (COUNCIL); and
2. Direct the City Clerk to publish a notice of adopted ordinance within 15 days after adoption of Ordinance No. 1045, as required by California Government Cod e 36933 (COUNCIL).
The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows:
AYES: Barrows, Johnson, Yokoyama, Vo, Solanki
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
7D. Award of contract for custodial services on the central custodial route, RFP No. 1546- 24* (COUNCIL).
*Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review.
MOTION: It was moved by Barrows, and seconded by Johnson, to:
1. Adopt findings in accordance with the Calif ornia Environmental Quality Act, Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq. (CEQA) that the activities planned under the proposed contract award are categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines, based on the findings as set forth above in the agenda report associated with this item;
2. Award a contract to Coastal Building Services, Inc. , with a fixed monthly cost in the amount of $24,000, for custodial services on the City’s central custodial route, RFP No. 1546-24, for a three-year term with a provision for three (3) one-year extensions; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute any project-related change orders, in accordance with the City’s adopted Purchasing and Contracting Policy (COUNCIL).
The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows:
AYES: Barrows, Johnson, Yokoyama, Vo, Solanki
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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7. Consent Calendar (continued)
7E. Award of contract for custodial services on the western custodial route, RFP No. 1547- 24* (COUNCIL).
*Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review.
MOTION: It was moved by Barrows, and seconded by Johnson, to:
1. Adopt findings in accordance with the California Enviro nmental Quality Act, Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq. (CEQA) that the activities planned under the proposed contract award are categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines, based on the findings as set forth above in the agenda report associated with this item;
2. Award a contract to Base Hill, Inc., with a fixed monthly cost in the amount of $8,900, for custodial services on the City’s weste rn custodial route, RFP No. 1547 -24, for a three-year term with a provision for three (3) one-year extensions; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute any project-related change orders, in accordance with the City’s adopted Purchasing and Contracting Policy (COUNCIL).
The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows:
AYES: Barrows, Johnson, Yokoyama, Vo, Solanki
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
7F. Award of contract for custodial services on the northern custodial route, RFP No. 1548- 24* (COUNCIL).
*Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review.
MOTION: It was moved by Barrows, and seconded by Johnson, to:
1. Adopt findings in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq. (CEQA) that the activities planned under the proposed contract award are categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines, based on the findings as set forth above in the agenda report associated with this item;
2. Award a contract to Coastal Building Services, Inc., with a fixed monthly cost in the amount of $10,700 for custodial services on the City’s northern custodial route, RFP No. 1548-24, for a three-year term with a provision for three (3) one-year extensions; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute any project-related change orders, in accordance with the City’s adopted Purchasing and Contracting Policy (COUNCIL).
The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows:
AYES: Barrows, Johnson, Yokoyama, Vo, Solanki
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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7. Consent Calendar (continued)
7G. Award of contract for custodial services on the southern custodial route, RFP No. 1549- 24* (COUNCIL).
*Pursuant to Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines, this project is categorically exempt from CEQA review.
MOTION: It was moved by Barrows, and seconded by Johnson, to:
1. Adopt findings in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, Public Resources Code Section 21000 et seq. (CEQA) that the activities planned under the proposed contract award are categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301 of the CEQA Guidelines, based on the findings as set forth above in the agenda report associated with this item;
2. Award a contract to Coastal Building Services, Inc., with a fixed monthly cost in the amount of $18,009 for custodial services on the City’s southern custodial route, RFP No. 1549-24, for a three-year term with a provision for three (3) one-year extensions; and
3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute any project-related change orders, in accordance with the City’s adopted Purchasing and Contracting Policy (COUNCIL).
The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows:
AYES: Barrows, Johnson, Yokoyama, Vo, Solanki
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
7H. Receive and file the City of Cerritos 2023 Consumer Confidence Report (COUNCIL).
MOTION: It was moved by Barrows, and seconded by Johnson, to receive and file the City of Cerritos 2023 Consumer Confidence report (COUNCIL).
The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows:
AYES: Barrows, Johnson, Yokoyama, Vo, Solanki
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
7I. Approval of proposed amendments to the 2024 Cerritos public meeting schedule and authorization to approve future amendmen ts by City Council consensus direction (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY).
This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration by Councilmember Barrows.
MOTION: It was moved by Vo, and seconded by Barrows, to:
1. Cancel the Thursday, August 8, 2024, 7:00 p.m. Council/Agency regular meeting and direct staff to memorialize the modification to the 2024 Cerritos public meeting schedule and notify the public utilizing all appropriate City media outlets and methods; and
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7. Consent Calendar (continued)
7I. (continued)
2. Modify the "City Council Communications/Committee Reports/Meeting Reports" section of the official Council/Agency agenda, to provide for efficient and timely approval of meeting cancelations or rescheduling by authorizing the City Council to make such changes by consensus direction, as designated below in bold italicized text:
City Council Communications/Committee Reports/Meeting Reports During this part of the meeting members of the City Council report to the community on various matters of interest, including reports concerning committees on which the Councilmembers serve and reports on meetings/conferences attended.
In addition, requests may be made of staff for reports which will be presented to the City Council at a subsequent meeting, or for the scheduling of future agenda items.
There will be no discussion or action taken on any of the items that may be presented during this agenda item, except to approve or ratify travel expenses for City-related business or to cancel or reschedule a City Council public meeting (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY).
The motion carried (4 – 1 – 0 - 0) as follows:
AYES: Barrows, Johnson, Vo, Solanki
NOES: Yokoyama
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
7J. Waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CERRITOS DETERMINING THAT THE CERRITOS ELECTRIC UTILITY POSES NO SIGNIFICANT RISK OF CAUSING A CATASTROPHIC WILDFIRE (COUNCIL).
MOTION: It was moved by Barrows, and seconded by Johnson, to waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. 2024-11, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF CERRITOS DETERMINING THAT THE CERRITOS ELECTRIC UTILITY
POSES NO SIGNIFICANT RISK OF CAUSING A CATASTROPHIC WILDFIRE (COUNCIL).
The motion carried (5 – 0) as follows:
AYES: Barrows, Johnson, Yokoyama, Vo, Solanki
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
7K. Continuance of the existence of a local emergency concerning a gasoline leak from a privately owned existing pipeline on the Cerritos Iron -Wood Nine public golf course, and potential threat to the safety of persons and property requiring remediation, repair, and improvement of the public golf course and other City-owned public property, as specified (COUNCIL).
MOTION: It was moved by Barrows, and seconded by Johnson, to:
1. Continue the local emergency as proclaimed in Resolution No. 2023-05, at the Cerritos Iron-Wood Nine Golf Course and the nearby City property containing the C-4 well site;
2. Make the findings set forth in Sections one (1) through eight (8) of Resolutio n No. 2023-05, and incorporate by reference those findings, as they relate to the continued existence of a local emergency as specified; and
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7K. (continued)
3. Direct staff to provide a report to the City Council regardi ng the local emergency at least once every sixty (60) days, pursuant to Section 8630(c) of the California Government Code, until the City Council terminates the local emergency (COUNCIL).
The motion carried (5 - 0) as follows:
AYES: Barrows, Johnson, Yokoyama, Vo, Solanki
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
8. Public Hearings
8A. Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
CERRITOS RE DEVELOPMENT AGENCY, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL COMBINED FINANCIAL PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS
NECESSARY TO MEET THE EXPENDITURES SET FORTH THEREIN, AND APPROVING THE PAY
SCHEDULES FOR PERSONNEL EXPENS ES AS SET FORTH IN T HE EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION TABLES AND CLASSIFICATION STEPS (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY).
Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
CERRITOS REDE VELOPMENT AGENCY, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL INVESTMENT POLICY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY).
A staff report was given by Peter Kemp, Finance Manager.
The Mayor opened the public hearing and public comments period. Seeing none, the Mayor declared the public comments period and public hearing closed.
MOTION (DIED DUE TO LACK OF A SECOND): The motion made by Johnson to modify the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget to reduce the grant fund to the Cerritos Chamber of Commerce from $62,000 to $48,000, inclusive of a requirement to submit a business plan to the Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors and the City Council by August 30, 2024, died due to lack of a second (COUNCIL).
MOTION (DID NOT CARRY): It was moved by Johnson, and seconded by Yokoyama, to request to conduct a separate vote process on the $62,000 grant fund to t he Cerritos Chamber of Commerce as currently included in the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget and a separate vote process to approve the balance of items in the proposed Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget and the Fiscal Year 2024 investment policy (COUNCIL).
The motion did not carry (2 – 3 – 0 - 0) as follows:
AYES: Johnson, Yokoyama
NOES: Barrows, Vo, Solanki
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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8. Public Hearings (continued)
8A. (continued)
MOTION: It was moved by Barrows, and seconded by Vo, to:
1. Receive and file Planning Commission Resolution No. PC 2024-11 finding that the Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2024-25 is in conformity with the City of Cerritos General Plan;
2. Waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. 2024-12 and CSA Resolution No. 2024-01, A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CERRITOS AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CERRITOS REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL COMBINED FINANCIAL PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 -25, APPROPRIATING THE FUNDS
NECESSARY TO MEET THE EXPENDITURES SET FORTH THEREIN, AND
APPROVING THE PAY SCHEDULES FOR PERSONNEL EXPENSES AS SET FORTH
IN THE EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION TABLES AND CLASSIFICATION STEPS (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY), inclusive of:
a. Incorporating budget modifications 1 through 7, as detailed in the official agenda report associated with this item, into the enacting resolution and the final adopted Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-25 Combined Financial Program (City Budget) document, memorialized as follows:
OPERATING EXPENDITURES
1. The City Council Travel and Meeting account shall be increased in FY 2024 -25 to reflect a total amount of $50,000. This amount shall be divided up equally per City Councilmember ($10,000 each). If a Councilmember anticipates exceeding their $10,000 annual allotment, they must seek approval from the full City Council prior to incurring any expenses above their allotment. (Budget Resolution and Budget Document)
Net Adjustment: $ 5,000 (110-121 111-53080, Travel and Meeting)
Note: The correction above was made subsequent to the presentation of the official agenda report presented to the Council/Agency on June 27, 2024.
2. The Special Studies account for the Department of Community Development's Office of the Director shall be increased in FY 2024-25 to provide funding for the rezoning of Sites A and 7 identified in the Housing Element, and all associated ac tions required for such zoning. Funding for this professional services contract shall come from the City's restricted Housing Asset Funds. (Budget Resolution and Budget Document)
Net Adjustment: $ 26,250 (110-211-61520, Special Studies)
3. Personnel expenditures shall be modified to reflect the addition of the Enterprise Services Manager position. This position will oversee the Enterprise Services Division, a reconstituted version of the Support Services Division, incorporating risk management, procurem ent, contract management, employee engagement/ relations, performance management and training. This position will replace the existing Budget Manager position. (Budget Resolution and Budget Document)
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8. Public Hearings (continued)
8A. (continued)
Net Adjustment: $ (136,356) (110-511-51010, Regular Earnings) $ (119,993) (110-511-52400, Employee Benefits)
$ 144,564 (110-551-51010, Regular Earnings)
$ 127,216 (110-551-52400, Employee Benefits)
4. Personnel expenditures shall be modified to reflect the change in position title from Personnel Administrator to Risk Management Administrator. This revision more accurately reflects the duties of the position and enhances its marketability and branding for recruitment purposes. Additionally, this position will be moved from the Human Resources Division to the reconstituted Enterprise Services Division. (Budget Resolution and Budget Document)
Net Adjustment: $ (114,860) (110-541-51010, Regular Earnings) $ (111,414) (110-541-51010 52400, Employee Benefits)
$ 114,860 (110-551-51010, Regular Earnings)
$ 111,414 (110-551-51010 52400, Employee Benefits)
Note: The correction above was made subsequent to the presentation of the official agenda report presented to the Council/Agency on June 27, 2024.
REVENUES
5. Revenues in the Road Maintenance and Rehabi litation Act (RMRA) Fund shall be increased in FY 2024-25 to reflect a revised forecast as received from the California State Controller's Office subsequent to the publishing of the Preliminary Budget document. (Budget Resolution and Budget Document)
Net Adjustment: $ 15,168 (210-000-40203, Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation)
OTHER ITEMS
6. New narrative sections shall be added in FY 2024 -25, including a "Fiscal Policies Summary" section and an "Accounting and Budgetary Basis" section. These sections will provide explanations of the City's accounting practices and budgetary framework, as well as outline the fiscal policies guiding budget decisions, thereby improving transparency and understanding for all stakeholders. (Budget Document)
Net Adjustment: $ 0
7. The position title of Public Information Manager shall be updated to Communications Manager. This adjustment better represents the role's responsibilities and improves its attractiveness and branding for recruitment efforts. (Budget Resolution and Budget Document)
Net Adjustment: $ 0
; and
3. Waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. 2024-13 and CSA Resolution No. 2024-02, A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CERRITOS AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CERRITOS REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL INVESTMENT POLICY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 (COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY).
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8. Public Hearings (continued)
8A. (continued)
The motion carried (4 – 1 – 0 - 0) as follows:
AYES: Barrows, Johnson, Vo, Solanki
NOES: Yokoyama
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
9. New and Old Business
9A. Review and consideration to waive full reading of and adopt A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CERRITOS APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 (COUNCIL).
A staff report was given by Peter Kemp, Finance Manager.
The Mayor opened the public comments period. Seeing none, the Mayor declared the public comments period closed.
MOTION: It was moved by Barrows, and seconded by Vo, to waive full reading of and adopt Resolution No. 2024-14, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CERRITOS APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 (COUNCIL).
The motion carried (4 – 1 – 0 - 0) as follows:
AYES: Barrows, Johnson, Vo, Solanki
NOES: Yokoyama
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
10. Legislative Items
10A. Report on pending legislation.
None.
10B. Review and consideration to support or oppose specific legislation in the State or Federal legislature or in the State or Federal Executive Office for signature.
None.
11. Reports
11A. Report from City Manager/Executive Director
Robert A. Lopez, City Manager announced the recent promotions of Annie Hylton to Director of Community and Cultural Services and Peter Kemp to Finance Manager.
11B. City Council Communications/Committee Reports/Meeting Reports
Reports were given by Councilmembers Johnson and Yokoyama, Mayor Pro Tem Vo, and Mayor Solanki.
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11. Reports (continued)
11B. (continued)
CONSENSUS (Vo): Authorized Mayor Pro Tem Vo, with the assistance of the City Manager, to explore the feasibility of a regional chicken wing festival.
12. Closed Session
Bill Ihrke, City Attorney, announced the City Council would recess to Close d Session to discuss Items 12A, 12B, and 12C, as listed on the Closed Session agenda.
12A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6 (COUNCIL) Agency Negotiators: Robert A. Lopez, City Manager; Patricia Leyva, Personnel/Risk Manager; Joseph Larsen, City Attorney’s Office Employee Organization: AFSCME Local 619
12B. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.6 (COUNCIL) Agency Negotiators: Robert A. Lopez, City Manager; Patricia Leyva, Personnel/Risk Manager; Joseph Larsen, City Attorney’s Office Unrepresented Employees: Full-Time Exempt
12C. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8 (COUNCIL) Property: 16601 Valley View Avenue, Cerritos, CA 90703
Agency Negotiators: Robert A. Lopez, City Manager; Kristin Aguila, Director of Community Development; Bill Ihrke, City Attorney
Negotiating Parties: California Department of Transportation Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
The City Council recessed into Closed Session.
The City Council reconvened into Open Session.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT:
Bill Ihrke, City Attorney, provided the following Closed Session report:
The City Council convened into Closed Session to discuss Items 12A, 12B, and 12C. There was no reportable action taken and there was nothing further to report.
13. Adjournment
The meeting adjourned at 9:05 p.m.
/s/Vida Barone
Vida Barone
City Clerk/Agency Secretary
ATTEST:
/s/Naresh Solanki
Naresh Solanki
Mayor/Agency Chair
APPROVED: July 11, 2024