Agenda packet — Compton City Council, July 9, 2024

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COMPTON CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA
07/09/2024
CLOSED SESSION – 4:30 PM
PUBLIC MEETING – 5:30 PM

OPENING

MOMENT OF SILENCE

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS ONLY

CLOSED SESSION

PENDING LITIGATION
CELIA FRANCISCO V CITY OF COMPTON - CASE NO. 23STCP01204 Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a)

CITY MANAGER'S CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNCIL – Anticipated Litigation (One (1) Potential Case)
Pursuant To California Gov Code 54956.9
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5:30:00 PM

COMMENDATORY RESOLUTIONS/PRESENTATIONS

1. Presentation - Overview of Wells Fargo Banking and Global Treasury Management Services (City Treasurer)

PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS AND NON-AGENDA MATTERS

CONSENT AGENDA
Consent items are routine and expected to be non-controversial. They will be acted upon by the Council at one time without discussion unless a Council Member requests an item be removed or discussed..

APPROVAL OF MINUTES

2. MARCH 26, 2024

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

3. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ESTABLISH A PURCHASE ORDER

WITH HAAKER EQUIPMENT COMPANY FOR PAYMENT OF OUTSTANDING INVOICES FOR SEWER TRUCK REPAIRS ($6,418.96)

REGULAR AGENDA

NEW BUSINESS

4. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON AMENDING SECTION 2-1.9 (a) OF THE COMPTON MUNICIPAL CODE

GOVERNING THE AGENDA PREPARATION PROCEDURE FOR THE CITY OF

COMPTON (FIRST READING)

5. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 26,071 AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A FIVE (5) YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT WITH

ANGELS FOR SIGHT FOR THE LEASE OF CITY-OWNED PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 920 NORTH ALAMEDA STREET

6. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON APPROVING A BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025

BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ESTABLISH A
PURCHASE ORDER WITH ALAN'S LAWN & GARDEN CENTER, INC. IN THE

AMOUNT OF NINETY-ONE THOUSAND SEVEN HUNDRED FIFTEEN DOLLARS AND NINETY-EIGHT CENTS ($91,715.98) FOR THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2)

ELECTRIC LAWN MOWERS

COUNCIL COMMENTS
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ADJOURNMENT
NEXT REGULAR MEETING: 7/16/2024 5:30 PM
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1. March 26, 2024
The Closed Session Compton City Council meeting was called to order at 4:35 p.m. by Mayor Emma Sharif in the Council Chambers of City Hall. The Moment of Silence Ceremony and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Sharif.

ROLL CALL
Council Members Present – D. Duhart, A. Spicer, Mayor E. Sharif Council Members Absent – J. Bowers, L. Darden (Joined the meeting during closed session) Other Officials Present: E. Perrodin, V. McDaniel, Willie A. Hopkins, Brandon Mims.

CLOSED SESSION AGENDA ITEM

Pending Litigation Craig J. Cornwell vs. The City of Compton, Case No. 22STCV07996.

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(a), 54956.9(d)(1) City Attorney Perrodin Informed nothing to report out.

PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED-SESSION AGENDA ITEMS ONLY
There were no audience comments regarding the closed session agenda item.

RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
On motion by Duhart, second by Spicer, the City Council recessed to closed session at 4:37 p.m. by the following vote on roll call:

AYES: Council Members – Duhart, Spicer, Sharif
NOES: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – Bowers, Darden

RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
On motion by Spicer, seconded by Duhart, the City Council voted to reconvene at 5:38 p.m. by the following vote on roll call:

AYES: Council Members – Duhart, Spicer, Bowers, Darden, Sharif NOES: Council Members – None
ABSENT: Council Members – None

REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
City Attorney Eric Perrodin reported no action was taken by the City Council During the closed session meeting.

COMMENDATORY RESOLUTIONS/PRESENTATIONS

1. PRESENTATION; IN RECOGNITION OF NATIONAL WOMEN’S MONTH- COMMUNITY BUSINESS APPRECIATION (Councilmembers Deidre Duhart, Andre Spicer, Jonathan Bowers, and Lillie Darden)

2. PRESENTATION: RECOGNITION FOR WOMEN’S HISTORY MONTH – HONORING WOMEN TRAILBLAZERS (Mayor Emma Sharif)
Council Member Duhart presented Martha Barajas with a commendation for her compassion and action in addressing the persuasive issue of hunger for residents of Compton and the surrounding areas.

Ms. Barajas gave thanks and said it has been an honor but a roller coaster with this organization.

The organization has served throughout the pandemic until the present because of a solid team committed to serving the community.

2. Council Member Duhart acknowledged Maria Villareal, who she said is the embodiment of resilience, determination, and unwavering commitment to her dreams and for her unwavering dedication.

Maria Villareal thanked all those supporting her vision, and she was very humbled to receive this certificate and see that someone sees her service in the community.

Council Member Spicer wanted to recognize Sara Bomani for her non-profit, Unearth & Empower Communities, which represents the City as a whole and the youth.

Sara Bomani thanked the Council for the honor and said it was a privilege to be with all the honorees and recipients. Her organization offers free after-school programs, art camps, and other activities.

Irene Gutierrez and Kimberly Woods of Neighborhood Housing Services was honored Council Member Spicer honored M. Miller, who works for St. Julian Salvation. They do barbershop boot camps quarterly, on Mondays, that teaches youth how to prepare to become entrepreneurs and barbers. They start at age 14, and they go up to 21.

Ms. Miller expressed her astonishment at receiving the recognition and thanked the Council and her husband for supporting the organization.

Council Member Duhart acknowledged Lori Gay of NHS.

Lori Gay expressed gratitude and asked that residents come by The Center for Sustainable Communities. Their work includes Housing, Small Businesses, Youth Interventions, and Anti- human trafficking.

Council Member Spicer acknowledged Asia Jones, who works in insurance, specifically life insurance. He expressed the need for having life insurance.

Asia Jones said it was beautiful being recognized for your actions.

Council Member Bowers presented Barbara Stanton of the Entrepreneur Executive, Incorporated, with a certificate of recognition. Stanton was honored for her various classes, including Scuba diving, entrepreneurial tutorials, helping establish businesses, and creating business plans.

Council Member Darden acknowledged Kesha Miller of Bev's Balloons who was unable to attend.

Mayor Sharif congratulated all the women that are thriving in business and honored today. She had the opportunity to honor Marcela's Party Supplies, who has been in the business for 22 years in the City of Compton
Mayor Sharif wanted to recognize young women that are trailblazers throughout this community, Ashley Carter.

Ashley Carter was in Japan in the Armed Forces and was remotely, brought in to receive her recognition but was unable to be heard.

Mayor Sharif indicated that Ashley Carter's mother and father would be accepting the award.

Maria Ramon was also acknowledged as a trailblazer for her courageous leadership in providing cultural enrichment programs to the City of Compton.

Rosalind McGary was recognized for the Compton Arts Project in the City of Compton.

PUBLIC COMMENTS ON AGENDA ITEMS AND NON-AGENDA MATTERS:

Aisha Woods is a community volunteer at Lincoln Memorial Park Cemetery and expressed concern about an incident Monday at Woodland Memorial Park Cemetery.

Tomas Carlos informed there is an issue with our Hispanic community not having adequate translation of the meetings. He's asking the community to do better in that area. He was critical of the process to get translation services and indicated it should always be available.

Karen Lewis spoke about requesting repair, for the past ten years, the danger of a very deep hole in the sidewalk in front of her house, which is right across the street from an elementary school, and whether she could have it repaired herself.

Bob Adams, a businessman with ASNE District Housing Authority 36, represents the management group here, the union, and with him is the president, Desmond Fletcher, and the secretary, Rosalyn Rambo are present to discuss a contract that is stuck in transit to the City Council. The contract has been expired since 2019. The last raise given was 2018, at 3 percent in 2018.

There was an attempt to negotiate with various City managers and the previous City managers but did not reach a tentative agreement back in November. The Agreement was ratified back in January, which is two months ago but not being brought to the City Council because it's in process with the controller's office. They would like the City Council to look into the process and feel this is of high priority to move these contracts forward.

Elizabeth Hicks had a request to be completed within 90 days to give the City ample time for the City to correct ADA deficiencies. Title II of the ADA requires state and local government to make the programs and services accessible to persons with disabilities.

Jacqueline Venters inquired about potential activities for children for Easter, the street repair and Long Beach Boulevard and said the City Attorney needs to enforce these rules. Ms. Venters also spoke about summer coming with our youth with the swimming pools, summer jobs and other things for our kids here in the City. Inquired about jobs for the youth for summer.

On Thursday at 3:00 o'clock at, um, 300 Spring Street downtown, there will be a press conference, and there will be a demand that the attorney general open up an investigation concerning the cemetery. She felt the City and Community should support the efforts of Celestina being that her family members are buried there and the tragedy which she has lived with.

Anthony Lewis agreed with Ms. Venters and said he was sharing with the treasurer the damage that was done. It was ridiculous how they backed the truck into her gate and now it can't be secured. He spoke about a gentleman who came up here and posted $25,000 reward and took the $25,000. He commented that the same gentleman was there yesterday and has a video of when the gate was damaged. He spoke of supporting cleanup efforts.

Lynn Boone said she requested for an interpreter because there's people in the audience that don't speak English. Suggested subtitles be put on the screen for the people speaking, and the mayor, when speaking, isn't clear because she's mumbling and stutters. She spoke about the City Clerk and the minutes being up to date. Ms. Boone expressed displeasure with the City Clerk and Mayor Sharif and some Council Members.

Missy Barbara informed City Manager Hopkins that the bridge on Willowbrook and Rosecrans needs to be removed because it was in disrepair. She also spoke about the cleanup efforts Pocket Park on Wilmington across the street from the airport and updates on street signs throughout the city. She inquired about the audit report. The water and sewer fund and the money that's owed.

She received something in reference to a 700 form and why it would be necessary for her to fill out the form. She also inquired about the minutes and the seal to the city.

Kinsey Jones spoke about his dislike of Temple to Greenleaf being a straightaway and a crosswalk right at Pauline and Caldwell. The prostitutes cross right there at the same time the kids are out there, wearing scant clothing.

He also spoke about the condition of the streets near the manhole covers and a big gap in the street.

He expressed concerns about it being a possible danger to the children. He indicated for the last 16 years, he's petitioned to get two streetlights up on the corner of Pauline and Caldwell because of the lack of lighting and as a result, the numerous accidents that occur at that intersection.

Mr. Jones inquired about a plan to get the prostitutes off the street, and tree trimming that ceased at Temple and went all the way to Greenleaf. He spoke about a security camera in the area that doesn't work and had it worked when a guy got killed at the car wash, there would have been a video.

Vanessa Cain expressed a desire to assist Mr. Jones in the removal of the prostitutes. She said she was instrumental in the removal of prostitutes in front of a business and didn't wait on the city.

She expressed the thought that the residents would have to get involved for change to come. She also expressed a need for up-to-date meeting minutes. Vanessa expressed criticism toward the Madam City Clerk McDaniel and City Attorney Perrodin. Vanessa further expressed concern for the lack of planning for the upcoming Olympics and the impact on the city.

Maria Villareal spoke of needing help. Even though it is a small, charter City with all these issues, everyone can do something to help clean up the community. She expressed concern about the translation and how it is important for the Spanish-speaking community to understand what's going on here or up there by disseminating the right information in Spanish and English.

She gave a history from 2004 that the same issues existed. She said Spanish-speaking residents were given six minutes, and we translated Spanish from English. Ms. Villareal commented that there seems to be an issue with the translation because, two weeks ago, she spoke Spanish, and she was highly criticized. She was told that it was disrespectful to some groups. She expressed a desire to understand the issue and said that translating Spanish from English and English from Spanish was necessary. In closing, she said we came here from different parts of the world. We have to respect each other.

Craig Henry thanked Council Member Duhart for the beautiful tea she had and for honoring his mother. It was very special to him. He also apologized to the City Manager. He said that if he were the City Manager, based on what's going on with the citizens, he would resign, but he expressed his desire for the City Manager Hopkins to continue. He admonished the City Council Members to listen to the Citizens' grievances and respond to those grievances aside from personal feelings.

He also expressed the need for the community to come together to address the real issues within the City of Compton.

REGULAR AGENDA

3. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ESTABLISH A PURCHASE ORDER TO JOHNSON CONTROLS, INC. FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF TEMPERATURE

SENSOR AND FLOW SWITCH FOR THE HVAC SYSTEM LOCATED AT
COMPTON CITY HALL ($2,524.81)
On a motion by Spicer, seconded by Darden, Resolution No. 25,995 entitled ‘A RESOLUTION

OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON AUTHORIZING THE CITY

MANAGER TO ESTABLISH A PURCHASE ORDER TO JOHNSON CONTROLS, INC

FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF TEMPERATURE SENSOR AND FLOW SWITCH FOR THE HVAC SYSTEM LOCATED AT COMPTON CITY HALL ($2,524.81)’ was adopted by the following vote on roll call:

AYES: Council Members - Duhart, Spicer, Bowers, Darden, Sharif NOES: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None

4. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON AMENDING THE FIRE DEPARTMENTS’ 2023-2024 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET TO

TRANSFER FUNDS AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ISSUE A

PURCHASE ORDER WITH FUTURE BUILDING FOR THE PURCHASE ORDER

WITH FUTURE BUILDINGS FOR THE PURCHASE OF A METAL STORAGE

CLEARANCE BUILDING TO HOUSE THE FIRE DEPARTMENTS RESERVE FLEET ($45,000.00)
Council Member Duhart had a question about where the metal storage is going to be located.

City Manager Hopkins responded by saying this facility will be constructed behind Fire Station No. 3.

Council Member Duhart inquired as to how many reserve fleets can it store.

City Manager Hopkins said they were considering up to four units.

On a motion by Darden, seconded by Spicer, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON AMENDING THE FIRE DEPARTMENTS’ 2023-2024 FISCAL

YEAR BUDGET TO TRANSFER FUNDS AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

ISSUE A PURCHASE ORDER WITH FUTURE BUILDING FOR THE PURCHASE ORDER

WITH FUTURE BUILDINGS FOR THE PURCHASE OF A METAL STORAGE CLEARANCE BUILDING TO HOUSE THE FIRE DEPARTMENTS RESERVE FLEET ($45,000.00)’ was approved by the following vote on roll call:

AYES: Council Members - Duhart, Spicer, Bowers, Darden, Sharif NOES: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None

5. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A PROFESSIONAL

SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MATRIX CONSULTING GROUP FOR FIRE LABOR COSTING ANALYSIS SERVICES, AMEND THE CITY CONTROLLER’S DEPARTMENT FY2023-2024 BUDGET, AND TO ISSUE A PURCHASE ORDER IN THE AMOUNT OF FIFTY – SEVEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($57,000)
City Controller Sharon Rahban commented this Item 4 is being brought forth, tonight, because of one of the state audit reports recommended corrective action plans, which is on Page 6 of the state audit report, which recommends that the City perform a cost analysis on fire department overtime costs.

Councilperson Spicer withdrew his motion for Item 4
City Controller Sharon Rhaban continued to explain the process of item no. 5, stating that staff has issued an RFP to search for a consultant to assist with this. The RFP was issued. Only one candidate submitted a proposal.

The candidate was interviewed, and the references were checked; at this time, we're asking the City Council to approve the agreement and open up a purchase order.

Council Member Spicer inquired as to whether the Controller's office was satisfied with the candidate
City Controller Rahban responded affirmatively. All the interview participants filled out a rating sheet and the candidate's references were checked, then responded with a yes.

On a motion by Spicer, seconded by Duhart Resolution No. 25,966 entitled ‘A RESOLUTION

OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON AUTHORIZING THE CITY

MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH

MATRIX CONSULTING GROUP FOR FIRE LABOR COSTING ANALYSIS SERVICES, AMEND THE CITY CONTROLLER’S DEPARTMENT FY2023-2024 BUDGET, AND TO ISSUE A PURCHASE ORDER IN THE AMOUNT OF FIFTY – SEVEN THOUSAND FIVE HUNDRED DOLLARS ($57,000)’ was approved by the following vote on roll call:

AYES: Council Members - Duhart, Spicer, Bowers, Darden, Sharif NOES: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None

COUNCIL COMMENTS
Councilmember Darden offered the following communication/announcements:
 Wednesday, March the 20th, she attended and patronized the "Our Youth Budding Talent and Entrepreneurship" at Compton High School as part of their Make Us Fair and open house.
 On Wednesday, March 20th, she attended Councilman Spicer's town hall meeting at Dollarhide Community Center. It was a good meeting, and lots of information was shared.
 On Thursday, March 21st, she entertained a meeting with an organization offering youth sports programs services here in the City of Compton.
 On Thursday, March 21st, she reviewed a building and safety issue relating to a proposed childcare center in District 4.
 On Friday, March 22nd, women's history month tea and luncheon sponsored by Councilwoman Deidre Duhart in District 1.
 On Saturday, March 23rd, she attended the parks and recreation spring festival program at Kelly Park from noon to 3:00 p.m. Fun and games for children were coordinated by Kelly Park staff. Thanks to the staff, the Deltas, Mrs. Lulu and Ms. Karen Harris.

Council Member Bowers offered the following communication/announcements:
 Wanted to thank everybody for coming out this Saturday Tucker Park where we had our Easter egg party and extravaganza.
 Thank you to everybody, supportive citizens and City staff and everyone. Have a great Easter. Be careful out there.

Council Member Spicer offered the following communication/announcements:
 He had one more person to acknowledge for women in business, Betina Cooper of L.A.

Metro. He said he was sorry and didn't have her certificate ready but wanted to make sure she was acknowledged.
 The town hall meeting last week was very successful. He wants to thank all the residents who came out. It was a packed house, including staff that attended and answered questions.
 Tomorrow is a game changer's event, which is open dialogue for a focus group between the residents, citizens of Compton and law enforcement. It's an opportunity to train law enforcement in how we would like our community to be policed.  It's to the max with participants but will be hosting monthly until the end of the year. If interested in being a part of the game changer's focus group, please contact my liaison, Tene Spears at [email protected].
 He wants to acknowledge all the women that we are celebrating for this month, not just the women of business, but just women in general.
 Council Member Spicer wanted to give all the woman in business, women in general and, also, my mother as well, Beverly Spicer, wanted to acknowledge her for women's month.

Council Member Duhart offered the following communication/announcements:
 On Friday, March 22nd, she had the pleasure of hosting a women's tea in celebration of Women's History Month honoring Mother Mary B. Henry, a true Compton trailblazer whose leadership and legacy have helped shape Compton.
 Breanna Maldonado, also known as Ms. Compton 2023, represents a beacon of hope for the next generation of young women, and Bernetta H. Pati, who turned 92 .  Deeply grateful to all who attended, including Mayor Sharif; Councilwoman Darden; Former Mayor of Lynnwood, Idaya Castro; School Board Member Barbara Calhoun -- that's the college -- College Trustee Barbara Calhoun; School Board Member Alma Pleasant; and President of the NAACP Compton Chapter, Ms. Gibson.  Thank you to Ms. Gibson for gracing us with a beautiful invocation, guest speaker Lori Gay, Pamela Hsai, whose poem touched our hearts, and Alexandra Diaz, whose soulful voice filled the room with beauty and harmony.
 The women's tea was a resounding success, and I plan on making it an annual tradition.

Here's to the remarkable women who continue to shape our world and inspire us all.

Cheers.
 Join us for an Easter egg hunt and a special visit from the Easter bunny this Saturday, March 30th, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Gonzales Park, located at 1101 West Crescent Street.
 Next Friday, April 5th, from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., Neighborhood Housing Services is offering free mammograms to anyone interested.
 Believe in the power of early detection and are dedicated to ensure that our community has access to this crucial service. To schedule a screening, call area code (909) 622-3166.
 She'd like to highlight just one more person, and that is Yvonne Braithwaite Burke. She obtained her JD from the University of Southern California Law School where she encountered barriers in the male-dominated legal field, but refused to be deterred.  Burke's activism extended beyond the courtroom as she played a pivotal role in organizing a legal defense team where individuals charged in the Watts riot of 1965.  Like to wish the late Cesar Chavez a happy early birthday. Cesar Chavez was born March 31st, 1927. He was a great organizer of migrant American farm workers and cofounded -- cofounder of the National Farm Workers Association. In remembrance of Cesar Chavez, City Hall will be closed on Monday, April 1st.  The ASNE Union came up and said that -- that they had -- they have been waiting on their raises and that it was approved in October.
 Here it is -- Monday will be April. So, she would like to know, what is the status of the ASNE contracts. So, City Controller, if you could please provide us with the status at the next meeting, it would be appreciated.

Mayor Sharif offered the following communication/announcements:
 On Friday, March the 22nd, attend the Councilwoman Duhart's District 1 tea party in honor of women's history month. It was a nice event.
 On Saturday, March 23rd, I attended the 2024 Compton Community Art and Cultural Summit. It was hosted by Rosalyn McGary from the Compton Arts Project.  She had the honor of being one of the keynote speakers, and I proudly spoke about the progress we're making to center art in our City: Building community, bridging culture, supporting artists and uplifting our economy.
 On Sunday, March 24th, she had the opportunity to visit Mount Hermon Missionary Baptist Church for family and friends’ day. It was a true pleasure, to fellowship with Mount Hermon Missionary Baptist Church on Sunday. A special thank you for inviting me.

 lastly, on Sunday, March the 24th, she had the opportunity to attend the ten-year anniversary pastor celebration at Omni Ministries Church, Pastor Dr. Cooper Ministries.

Congratulations, again, Pastor, Dr. Cooper, and I wish you many more years of success.  Upcoming events: On Thursday, April 18th, the office will be hosting a senior spring brunch at Dollarhide Community Center starting at 10:30 a.m.  Urge the seniors of our City to RSVP and join us in welcoming spring. To reserve, please contact my liaison at (424) 344-0961.
 On Saturday, April 20th, the office will be hosting a Compton community meeting at Dollarhide Community Center, reviewing the state audit updates and capital improvement plan. That will be from 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. I encourage you all to join us and get valuable updates about our city.
 On Saturday, April the 20th, my office will, also, be hosting another City-wide dump day for residents to drop off bulky items and waste. It's 700 N. Bullis Road. Please come by and dump items free of cost.
 On Wednesday, April 24th, my office, along with the Water Replenishment District, (WRD), will be hosting a gardening workshop for skills in gardening.  For information on how to RSVP, please contact my liaison at (424) 344-0961.  In closing, thank the residents of Compton for coming out tonight, and have a happy Easter holiday with joy and blessings from family and friends.

Council Member Darden would like to close in memory of Pastor Sandra E. Crouch. Her services will be -- celebration of life will be Wednesday, April the 17th and home going services at 11:00 a.m.

Also, we should remember all the persons and families that were impacted by the bridge disaster in Baltimore, Maryland. Let's keep all the families impacted in prayer.

ADJOURNMENT.

On a motion by Duhart, seconded by Darden, the meeting was adjourned at 6:44 p.m. by the following vote on roll call:

AYES: Council Members - Duhart, Spicer, Bowers, Darden, Sharif NOES: Council Members - None
ABSENT: Council Members - None
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CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON MAYOR OF THE CITY OF COMPTON July 9, 2024
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: PUBLIC WORKS STREET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ESTABLISH A PURCHASE

ORDER WITH HAAKER EQUIPMENT COMPANY FOR PAYMENT OF
OUTSTANDING INVOICES FOR SEWER TRUCK REPAIRS ($6,418.96)

SUMMARY
The adoption of this resolution will authorize the establishment of a purchase order with Haaker Equipment Company for payment of outstanding invoices in the amount of Six Thousand Four Hundred Eighteen Dollars and Ninety-Six Cents ($6,418.96) for sewer truck repairs.

BACKGROUND
The City of Compton’s sewer collection and delivery system is comprised of approximately 147 miles of piping, ranging in size from 4 to 24 inches. The piping is connected via 2,899, 4ft-diameter manholes. The City’s sewer flows by gravity. As part of the City’s Sewer System Management Plan, the Public Works Street Maintenance Department (Department) has developed an ongoing condition assessment program as well as routine preventive operation and maintenance activities for scheduling regular maintenance and cleaning of the sanitary sewer system.

An essential component of maintaining the sanitary sewer system is the use of industrial sewer vacuum trucks. The vacuum trucks use a combination of high-pressure jet spray and suction to create an unobstructed path in sewer lines. The high-powered spray and specialized equipment are valuable in unblocking pipes, which helps keep the City’s pipes flowing without interruption, making planned maintenance more manageable and sanitary.

STATEMENT OF THE ISSUE
The Public Works Street Maintenance Department (Department) is responsible for maintaining the City’s sewer infrastructure. The City owns and operates Vactor 2110 Sewer Cleaning Trucks to maintain and clean the sanitary sewer system, one of which needed repairs.

Haaker Equipment Company assessed the damages of the sewer cleaning truck, replaced parts and satisfactorily repaired the vehicle. It is necessary to pay Haaker

3.3.3. Staff Report – Rescinding Resolution and Authorizing P.O.

Haaker Equipment Company – Equipment repairs
July 9, 2024, Page 2
Equipment Company for the services rendered in the amount of Six Thousand Four Hundred Eighteen Dollars and Ninety-Six Cents ($6,418.96).

FISCAL IMPACT
Funds for this expenditure in the amount of Six Thousand Four Hundred Eighteen Dollars and Ninety-Six Cents ($6,418.96) is available in the Public Works Street Maintenance Department’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget in Account No. 6000-720-000-4236.

ALTERNATIVE
No other alternative is being proposed.

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council approves the attached Resolution.

DAMION TIMMONS

STREET SUPERINTENDENT
APPROVED FOR FORWARDING:

WILLIE HOPKINS, JR.

CITY MANAGER
RESOLUTION NO. ___________

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ESTABLISH A PURCHASE

ORDER WITH HAAKER EQUIPMENT COMPANY FOR PAYMENT OF
OUTSTANDING INVOICES FOR SEWER TRUCK REPAIRS ($6,418.96) WHEREAS,the Public Works Street Maintenance Department (Department) is responsible for maintaining the City’s sewer infrastructure; and WHEREAS,an essential component of maintaining the sanitary sewer system is the use of industrial sewer vacuum trucks; and
WHEREAS,the City owns and operates Vactor 2110 Sewer Cleaning Trucks to maintain and clean the sanitary sewer system, one of these trucks needed repairs; and WHEREAS,Haaker Equipment Company assessed the damages, replaced parts and satisfactorily repaired the vehicle. It is necessary to pay the company for the services rendered in the amount of Six Thousand Four Hundred Eighteen Dollars and Ninety-Six Cents ($6,418.96); and
WHEREAS, funds for this expenditure in the amount of Six Thousand Four Hundred Eighteen Dollars and Ninety-Six Cents ($6,418.96) is available in the Public Works Street Maintenance Department’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget in Account No. 6000-720-000-4236.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1.That the City Manager is authorized to establish a purchase order with Haaker Equipment Company for sewer truck repairs in the amount of Six Thousand Four Hundred Eighteen Dollars and Ninety-Six Cents ($6,418.96) from Account No. 6000-720-000-4236.

SECTION 2.That funds in the amount of Six Thousand Four Hundred Eighteen Dollars and Ninety-Six Cents ($6,418.96) is available for this expenditure in Account No. 6000-720-000-4236.

SECTION 3.That a copy of this Resolution shall be filed in the offices of the City Clerk, City Manager, City Controller, City Attorney and Public Works Street Maintenance Department.

SECTION 4.That the Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the adoption of this Resolution.

ADOPTED this ______ day of _______________, 2024.
________________________________

MAYOR OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
ATTEST:
_____________________________________

CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
Resolution No. __________

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss

CITY OF COMPTON )
I, Vernell McDaniel, City Clerk of the City of Compton, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Compton, signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk at a regular meeting thereof held on this ________ day of ____________________, 2024.

That said Resolution was adopted by the following vote to wit:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
____________________________________

CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON

July 9, 2024
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON AMENDING SECTION 2-1.9 (a) OF THE COMPTON MUNICIPAL CODE

GOVERNING THE AGENDA PREPARATION PROCEDURE FOR THE

CITY OF COMPTON

BACKGROUND
The Compton Municipal Code Section 2-1.9 (a) presently addresses the manner in which the agenda in prepared. However, the City Manager would like to amend the manner in which the items are prepared and City Council is agreeance with the revisions set forth.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact at this time

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council pass the ordinance of amending section 2-1.9 (a) of the Compton Municipal Code governing the agenda preparation procedure for the City of Compton.

WILLIE A. HOPKINS, JR.

CITY MANAGER

4.4. ORDINANCE NO. _____________

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON AMENDING SECTION 2-1.9 (a) OF THE COMPTON MUNICIPAL CODE

GOVERNING THE AGENDA PREPARATION PROCEDURE FOR THE CITY

OF COMPTON
WHEREAS, Compton Municipal Code Section 2-1.9 (a) presently addresses the manner in which the agenda is prepared; and
WHEREAS, the City Manager is requesting to amend section 2-1.9 (a); and WHEREAS, the City Manager and the City Council of the City of Compton desire to revise the ordinance and streamline the process by which the agenda for the City of Compton is prepared.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1.That Chapter 2-1.9 (a) is hereby amended in its entirety to read as follows:
2-1.9 Agenda Preparation Procedure. The City Clerk shall prepare an agenda prior to each meeting of the City Council as follows:
a. Each item intended to be brought up at the meeting for discussion and/or action shall be listed on the agenda. Matters may be placed on the agenda at the request of any member of the City Council. All submissions are subject to City Attorney approval as to form. All items for the agenda shall be submitted to the City Manager. The City Manager will cause the appropriate staff report to be prepared so that the matter may be scheduled to be placed on the agenda no later than the third regular meeting after its submission.

Section 2.The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be posted in the manner required by law, Section 3.This Ordinance shall be effective thirty (30) days following its adoption.

Section 4. That a copy of this Ordinance shall be filed in the offices of the City Clerk, City Manager, City Attorney, City Treasurer and City Controller Department.

Section 5. The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the adoption of this ordinance.

ADOPTED this _____ day of ____________, 2024.
_______________________________

MAYOR OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
Ordinance No.__________

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ATTEST:
___________________________________

CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

CITY OF COMPTON
I, Vernell McDaniel, City Clerk of the City of Compton, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance was adopted by the City Council of the City of Compton, signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk at a regular meeting thereof held on the __________ day of ____________________, 2024.

That said Ordinance was adopted by the following vote, to wit:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS-
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS-
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS-
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS-
___________________________________

CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
RESOLUTION NO. ___________

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 26,071 AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A FIVE (5) YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT WITH

ANGELS FOR SIGHT FOR THE LEASE OF CITY-OWNED PROPERTY
LOCATED AT 920 NORTH ALAMEDA STREET
WHEREAS, on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, City Council Meeting the Mayor and City Council authorized the City Manager to enter into a five (5) year lease agreement with Angels for Sight; and
WHEREAS, staff is requesting to rescind Resolution No. 26,071, adopted on June 25, 2024, and requests clarification of lease payment terms; this action is being taken to ensure full transparency in the financial aspects of the agreement, providing reassurance that the payment terms are precise and communicated comprehensively; and WHEREAS, staff is requesting authorization for the City Manager to enter into a five (5) year (i.e. July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2029) agreement for the lease of approximately 1,224 square feet of indoor space and 2,216 square feet of outdoor space at City-owned property, located at 920 North Alameda Street, Compton, California 90221 by the Angels for Sight organization; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to guidance of the City Council, in November 2012, the City Manager implemented a City-wide leasing policy [Standard Operating Manual, Policy

4.17(A)], which mandates that City-owned facilities and/or property shall not be leased without first obtaining proper authorization from the City Council (i.e. an adopted resolution) and execution of a written lease agreement; and WHEREAS, the Policy specifies that lease rates shall be based on the square footage of the area(s) subject to the exclusive use/occupation of the Lessee and that the standard leasing rate for a City-owned facility shall be at least One Dollar ($1.00) per square foot for indoor space and Fifty Cents ($0.50) per square foot for outdoor or vacant property; and
WHEREAS, in addition to this required minimum base rental rate, the leasing policy addresses recovery of the costs incurred by the City for the provision of the following services: utilities (e.g. gas, electricity, water, trash, etc.), routine maintenance and minor repairs, custodial services and City security. However, the leasing policy does provide that a Tenant that will have exclusive use/occupation of the entire City facility and/or property shall be solely responsible for all utilities, janitorial, security, and minor and routine interior and exterior maintenance of the facility or property; and WHEREAS, Angels for Sight, a non-profit organization, seeks City Council approval to enter into a five (5) year lease agreement with the City, beginning July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2029, for exclusive occupation of the entire property located at 920 North Alameda Street, Compton, California 90221 for the purpose of administrative offices and support services for their organization; and Exclusive Indoor Square Footage 1,224 square feet
Exclusive Outdoor Square Footage 2,216 square feet
Total Exclusive Square Footage 3,440 square feet
WHEREAS, Angels wishes to provide approximately One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars and zero cents ($150,000.00) in tenant improvements and request a reduction in the lease rental rate to One Dollar ($1.00) per year; management does not oppose this proposal, provided that tenant improvements are concluded within the first six (6) months of the agreement; and

5.5.5.5.5.5. Resolution No. _______

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WHEREAS, Angels request that the Council authorize leasing rental rate provisions different than required by the City’s Leasing Policy; more specifically, a lesser rental amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per year for the term of the lease agreement, the decision to increase lease rental amounts and/or waive other requirements of the City’s Leasing Policy is at the discretion of the City Council; and WHEREAS, the City Council has the discretion of authorizing a lease agreement with Angels for Sight and choose among a number of options:

1.Authorize the City Manager to enter into a lease agreement with Angels for Sight for the five (5) year term requested (or offer a lesser term) as follows:
a. The Lessee will pay One Dollar and Zero Cents ($1.00) per year for a period of three (3) years, starting on July 1, 2024, and ending on June 30, 2027. This reduced rent is in exchange for tenant improvements to the facility, valued at One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($150,000.00). Starting on July 1, 2027, recurring monthly lease payments will begin, with the amount set at Two Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Two Dollars ($2,332.00) per month. b. For the minimally recommended City policy rates (i.e. $1.00 per square foot for indoor space and $0.50 for outdoor space) of $2,332.00 per month.

2.Deny the request to enter into a lease agreement for this location by Angels for Sight.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. That Resolution No. 26,071, adopted by the City Council on June 25, 2024, is hereby rescinded.

Section 2. That the City Manager, upon the approval of the City Attorney, is authorized to enter into a five (5) year lease agreement, effective July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2029, with Angels for Sight for the exclusive use of approximately 3,440 square feet of space within the City-owned building located at 920 North Alameda Street, Compton, California 90221 for purposes of administrative offices and support services.

Section 3.That Angels for Sight shall be responsible for all utilities, janitorial, security, and minor and routine interior and exterior maintenance of the facility or property, and the rental rate for the five (5) year term of the lease agreement shall be:
a. The Lessee will pay One Dollar and Zero Cents ($1.00) per year for a period of three (3) years, starting on July 1, 2024, and ending on June 30, 2027. This reduced rent is in exchange for tenant improvements to the facility, valued at One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($150,000.00). Starting on July 1, 2027, recurring monthly lease payments will begin, with the amount set at Two Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Two Dollars ($2,332.00) per month. b. For the minimally recommended City policy rates (i.e. $1.00 per square foot for indoor space and $0.50 for outdoor space) of $2,332.00 per month.

For some other monthly rental rate.

Section 4.That a certified copy of this Resolution shall be filed in the offices of the City Manager (City Security), City Clerk, City Controller, General Services and the City Attorney.

Section 5.That the Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the adoption of this Resolution.

ADOPTED this ______ day of ___________, 2024.

Resolution No. _______

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________________________________

MAYOR OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
ATTEST:
____________________________________

CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss

That said Resolution was adopted by the following vote, to wit:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS-
____________________________________

CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
July 9, 2024
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: NEBRASKA JONES, DIRECTOR

GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 26,071 AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A FIVE (5) YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT

WITH ANGELS FOR SIGHT FOR THE LEASE OF CITY-OWNED
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 920 NORTH ALAMEDA STREET

SUMMARY
Staff requests to rescind Resolution No. 26,071 which was approved on June 25, 2024, and seeks authorization for the City Manager to enter into a five (5) year (i.e. July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2029) agreement for the lease of approximately 1,224 square feet of indoor space and 2,216 square feet of outdoor space at the City-owned property, located at 920 North Alameda Street, Compton, California 90221 by the Angels for Sight organization.

BACKGROUND
The City of Compton owns certain real property located at 920 North Alameda Street, Compton, California 90221. Pursuant to guidance of the City Council, in November 2012, the City Manager implemented a City-wide leasing policy which mandates that City- owned facilities and/or property shall not be leased without first obtaining proper authorization from the City Council (i.e. an adopted resolution) and execution of a written lease agreement [City of Compton Standard Operating Manual, Policy 4.17(A)]. In addition to other matters, the Policy specifies that lease rates shall be based on the square footage of the area(s) subject to the exclusive use/occupation of the Lessee and that the standard leasing rate in a City-owned facility shall be at least One Dollar ($1.00) per square foot for indoor space and Fifty Cents ($0.50) per square foot for outdoor space or vacant property.

In addition to this required minimum base rental rate, the leasing policy addresses recovery of the costs incurred by the City for the provision of the following services:
utilities (e.g. gas, electricity, water, trash, etc.), maintenance and repairs, custodial services and City security. However, the leasing policy does provide that a Tenant that will have exclusive use/occupation of the entire City facility and/or property shall be solely responsible for all utilities, janitorial, security, and minor, routine interior and exterior maintenance of the facility or property, with the City responsible for structural and major repairs and maintenance.

Staff Report – Resolution Authorizing Lease
920 North Alameda Street - Angels for Sight
1,224 Indoor Sq. Ft. / 2,216 Outdoor Sq. Ft.

July 9, 2024, Page 2

STATEMENT OF ISSUE
On June 25, 2024, City Council Meeting, the Mayor and City Council authorized the City Manager to enter into a five (5) year lease agreement with Angels for Sight. Staff is requesting to rescind Resolution No. 26,071, as the amount to be charged to the lessee was not clearly determined during the meeting.

The proposed lease agreement will provide Angels with exclusive use of the following space at 920 North Alameda Street:

Exclusive Indoor Square Footage 1,224 square feet
Exclusive Outdoor Square Footage 2,216 square feet
Total Exclusive Square Footage 3,440 square feet
Angels seek City Council approval to enter into a five (5) year lease agreement with the City, beginning July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2029, for exclusive occupation of the entire property. Angels is interested in leasing the subject property for the purpose of administrative offices and support services for their organization.

On May 28, 2024, Angels met with the City Manager and Director of General Services to discuss the lease agreement. The organization wishes to provide approximately One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars and Zero cents ($150,000.00) in tenant improvements and requests a reduction in the lease rental rate. Management does not oppose this proposal, provided tenant improvements are concluded within the first six (6) months of the agreement.

Angels request that the Council authorize leasing rental rate provisions different than required by the City’s Leasing Policy; more specifically, a lesser rental amount of One Dollar ($1.00) per year for the term of the lease agreement. Angels will be responsible for utilities, routine maintenance, minor repairs, custodial, and security. SOM Policy

4.17(A)(1) provides that “…only the City Council shall have the authority to reduce or waive the standard leasing rates and/or other costs required by the policy and the proposed lease agreement.” Thus, City Council approval is required for the reduction in and/or waiver of the standard leasing rates.

FINANCIAL IMPACT
Unless the Council decides to waive the minimum lease rental rate requirements of Policy

4.17(A)(1) of the City Leasing Policy, the estimated fiscal impact of this proposed action will be a net gain to the General Fund of a base monthly lease rental rate of Two Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Two Dollars ($2,332.00) per month for the term of the lease for an annual amount of Twenty-Seven Thousand Nine Hundred Eighty-Four Dollars and Zero Cents ($27,984.00).

Staff Report – Resolution Authorizing Lease
920 North Alameda Street - Angels for Sight
1,224 Indoor Sq. Ft. / 2,216 Outdoor Sq. Ft.

July 9, 2024, Page 3

ALTERNATIVE
The Council has discretion to choose among a number of options:

2.Deny the request to enter into a lease agreement for this location by Angels for Sight.

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends a reduction in rate for three (3) years of the agreement and adherence to the current Standard Operating Manual, Policy 4.17(A), for the remaining two (2) years of the agreement. The Lessee will pay One Dollar and Zero Cents ($1.00) per year for a period of three (3) years, starting on July 1, 2024, and ending on June 30, 2027. This reduced rent is in exchange for tenant improvements to the facility, valued at One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($150,000.00). Starting on July 1, 2027, recurring monthly lease payments will begin, with the amount set at Two Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Two Dollars ($2,332.00) per month.

However, the decision to increase lease rental amounts and/or waive other requirements of the City’s Leasing Policy is at the discretion of the City Council.

NEBRASKA JONES, DIRECTOR

GENERAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT
APPROVED FOR FORWARDING:

WILLIE A. HOPKINS, JR.

CITY MANAGER

LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN

CITY OF COMPTON
AND

ANGELS FOR SIGHT
This LEASE AGREEMENT is entered into by and between the CITY OF COMPTON, a municipal corporation of the State of California (hereinafter referred to as “OWNER”) and ANGELS FOR SIGHT (hereinafter referred to as “LESSEE”), collectively, the “Parties.”
RECITALS:

WHEREAS, the City of Compton (“Owner”), has under its jurisdiction certain real property located at 920 North Alameda Street, Compton, California 90221; and
WHEREAS, on ********, the City Council adopted Resolution No. ______, which authorized the City Manager to enter into a lease agreement with the ANGELS FOR SIGHT (“Lessee”) for a period of five (5) years, commencing July 1, 2024, through June 31, 2029, and
NOW, THEREFORE, Owner and Lessee, for the consideration, terms and conditions herein described, mutually agree as follows:

WITNESSETH:

Section 1. Premises. The Owner, for and in consideration of the performance of the covenants and agreements hereinafter contained to be kept and performed by the Lessee and upon the following terms and conditions, hereby leases to the Lessee, and the Lessee hereby hires and takes of and from the Owner, those certain Premises situated in the City of Compton, County of Los Angeles, State of California, more particularly described as:

Compton Facility
920 North Alameda Street
Compton, California 90221
[The “Site”]
Lessee shall lease approximately 1,224 square feet of indoor office space and 2,216 of outdoor space at the location.

Total Exclusive Square Footage 3,440 square feet
Lease Agreement – 920 North Alameda Street
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2029 / Resolution No. ****
Angels for Sight
2 [The “Premises”]
The Premises are leased in "AS IS" condition and Lessee acknowledges that it has inspected and accepts the Premises in their present condition as suitable for the purpose for which the Premises are leased. Taking of possession by Lessee shall be conclusive to establish that the Premises are in good and satisfactory condition when possession is taken. Owner makes no warranties or representation as to the suitability of the Premises for Lessee's intended use, including without limitation, as to zoning, visibility, traffic count or any other factors.

Section 2. Term. This Lease shall be for a term of five (5) years, commencing July 1, 2024, and shall terminate on June 30, 2029, unless extended or terminated as otherwise provided herein. This Lease shall supersede any previous Leases and/or agreements, written or oral.

Section 3. Rent.Owner agrees to reduce the rent to One Dollar and Zero Cents ($1.00) per year for the Lessee for a period of three (3) years, commencing July 1, 2024, and concluding on June 30, 2027. In consideration of this rent reduction, the Lessee agrees to complete tenant improvements to the facility within six (6) months.

All repairs must be completed to a professional standard and in compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and building codes. The lessee agrees to complete the repairs by February 1, 2025. Upon completion, the Lessee shall notify the Owner, who will inspect the completed work. The rent waiver is contingent upon the tenant improvement valued at One Hundred Fifty Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($150,000.00).

In the event that the Lessee fails to complete the repairs by the agreed completion date or if the repairs are not performed to a satisfactory standard, the rent waiver will be void, and the Lessee will be responsible for paying the full rent for the waived period retroactively. Additionally, the Owner may pursue other remedies available under this Lease or Law.

On July 1, 2027, Lessee shall begin paying to Owner as rent for said Premises hereof the total sum of Two Thousand Three Hundred Thirty-Two Dollars ($2,332.00) per month, based on a rental rate of $1.00 per square foot for indoor space and $0.50 for outdoor space for exclusive use of the space. Lease payments shall be due in advance on the first day of each and every month of the term hereof. Any lease payment not received by the Owner by the tenth (10th) day of the month will be deemed late, and a late fee (penalty) in the amount of Five Percent (5%) will be charged.

Lease Agreement – 920 North Alameda Street
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2029 / Resolution No. ****
Angels for Sight
3 Payments shall be remitted to: General Services Department 205 South Willowbrook Avenue
Compton, California 90220
Attn: Director
Payable to: City of Compton
[Please identify your Lease Site on the payment]
[Lease Site: 920 North Alameda Street]
Section 4. Use of Premises. Lessee is entitled to use the Premises during normal building business days/hours (Mondays through Fridays, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.), for the following purpose(s) only:

Administrative Offices and Support Services
Lessee shall not use the Premises for any other purposes without the prior written consent of the Owner. Lessee shall not use the Premises for residential purposes or for any commercial purposes not stated herein. Lessee shall not use the Premises for the storage of unusable equipment or property or for the rental or storage of any type of equipment not integral to the purposes of the program.

Section 5. Delivery of Premises. If Owner, for any reason, cannot deliver the Premises described above to Lessee at the commencement of the term hereof, Owner shall not be deemed to be in default hereunder, nor shall Owner be liable to Lessee for any loss or damage resulting directly or indirectly arising out of or resulting from such failure and Lessee at Lessee’s option, may declare this Agreement to be null and void.

Section 6. Utilities and Other Services. Unless otherwise agreed by Owner in writing, Lessee shall, at its sole cost and expense, make arrangements for and pay for all utilities used by Lessee at or upon the Premises, including but not limited to electric, gas, water, sewer, trash disposal and any other utility charges in connection with the Lessee’s use of the leased Premises and security. Prior written approval shall be required for the installation of any utility and/or service that will involve physical alteration of the Premises. Lessee shall reimburse Owner for the cost of repairing any and all damages to the Premises caused directly or indirectly by Lessee’s utility or service provider, or its equipment.

Owner shall in no way be liable or responsible for any loss, damage or expense that Lessee may sustain or incur by reason of any change, failure, interference, disruption, or defect in the supply or character of the utilities and services supplied to Premises and/or Site, unless directly caused by the active negligence or willful misconduct of the Owner.

Lease Agreement – 920 North Alameda Street
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2029 / Resolution No. ****
Angels for Sight
4 Section 7. Assignment and Subletting. Lessee agrees not to sublet the whole or part of the Premises, assign the Lease nor permit the use of the Premises by anyone other than the Lessee, its employees, business invitees, customers and patrons without in each case first securing the written consent of the Owner. Any attempted assignment or subletting of this Lease without the written consent of the Owner constitutes fraud and this Agreement shall be null and void.

Section 8. Alterations and Additions. Lessee shall not make any alterations or construct any additions or improvements in or on the Site and/or the Premises until the Owner has been provided with said plans and specifications for the project. Once the Owner has been provided with said plans and specifications, Owner shall have a fifteen (15) day minimum review period before granting Lessee approval or disapproval of the project in writing. Lessee shall, at the time of the request, specify if they desire to retain ownership and/or possession of the alteration, addition, or improvement subject to plan review by Owner at Lessee’s expense.

Owner agrees that except for structural alterations, the Lessee may remove, during or at the expiration or other termination of the term of this Lease, or of any extension or holdover period thereof, as the case may be, personal property placed or installed in or upon the Site and/or the Premises by the Lessee or under its authority. Any personal property, improvements or additions not removed by Lessee within thirty (30) days after the end of the term, or any extension or holdover period thereof, shall automatically become the property of Owner.

Lessee shall repair any damage to the Site and/or the Premises caused by Lessee’s installation and/or removal of its personal property, alterations, improvements or additions.

Lessee shall, at its sole cost and expense, be allowed to place its typical signage on the Building on the Site upon the Owner's advance written approval.

Section 9. Repairs and Maintenance. Owner shall not be responsible to make any repairs or alterations to the Premises, and Lessee assumes any and all cost and liability for the repair and maintenance of the Premises leased herein, unless such repairs, alterations or maintenance are due to Owner’s negligence or willful misconduct. Lessee agrees to repair any damage caused by Lessee, its employees, contractors, agents or invitees, negligently or otherwise, at its own expense, and maintain the Premises leased and to return said Premises to Owner in as good order, repair and condition as the same were in at the commencement of this Lease. Lessee must obtain prior written approval from the Owner prior to commencing any repairs to the leased Premises.

Lease Agreement – 920 North Alameda Street
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2029 / Resolution No. ****
Angels for Sight
5 Lessee shall continue to maintain said Premises in good repair and tenable condition and in compliance with all health, safety and sanitation laws, ordinances and regulations of the State of California and local authorities throughout the term of the Lease.

Lessee agrees to keep Premises in good order and condition at their sole cost and expense. Lessee shall be responsible for the general maintenance and upkeep, custodial, janitorial, landscaping installation and maintenance, security, non-structural repair, and all other non-structural upkeep of the Premises that it occupies. All work done by Lessee on the Premises shall be done in a lawful manner and in conformity with all applicable laws, ordinances and regulations The Premises shall be kept free from any and all liens and charges on account of labor or materials used in contribution to any work thereon.

Unless otherwise required by law or expressly provided for within this Lease Agreement, Owner shall have no liability to Lessee for any condition on the Premises leased herein and Lessee agrees that it has inspected the same, knows the condition and takes this Lease with the Premises in its present condition. Lessee agrees to hold the Owner harmless from any and all liability arising out of or in connection with the use for the Premises leased here by the Lessee, its agents, employees business invitees, customers and patrons, except to the extent any such liability is attributable to Owner’s negligence or willful misconduct.

Section 10. Insurance. Lessee shall furnish certificates of insurance, along with endorsements, issued to Owner substantiating the fact that it has taken out the specified insurance for the term covered by this Lease, or any extension or holdover period thereof, with an insurance carrier acceptable to the Owner under forms satisfactory to the Owner. Each certificate shall bear an endorsement precluding cancellation or reduction in coverage of any policy covered by such certificate except upon at least thirty (30) days prior written notice to Owner. It is agreed that Owner shall not be liable for the payment of any premiums or assessments on the insurance required.

Lessee shall present evidence of required insurance and certificate of endorsement to Owner no later than the commencement date of this Lease and each and every lease year thereafter. The Lessee shall not occupy the Premises until the Owner has received and approved the required certification. Failure on the part of the Lessee to procure or maintain insurance shall constitute a material breach upon which the Owner may immediately terminate this Lease Agreement.

All insurance required hereunder shall be primary with respect to any insurance maintained by the City and shall not call on the City’s program for contributions. Program(s) of insurance shall include:

Lease Agreement – 920 North Alameda Street
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2029 / Resolution No. ****
Angels for Sight
6 a.General Liability.Lessee shall provide and maintain at its own expense during the term of this Lease Agreement a policy of Commercial General Liability Insurance, inclusive of personal injury liability and broad form property damage coverage, in an amount not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) per occurrence. The coverage shall be written on an occurrence basis. Claims made coverage is not acceptable.
b.Workers’ Compensation Insurance.Lessee shall provide and maintain at its own expense during the term of this Agreement a program of Workers’ Compensation Insurance and Employer’s Liability Insurance in an amount and form to meet all applicable requirements of the State Labor Code and which specifically covers all persons providing services by or on behalf of the Lessee and all risks to such persons under the Agreement. c.Fire and Casualty Insurance.Lessee shall maintain fire insurance on such party’s own equipment and property or to adequately self-insure the same.

Lessee shall provide, or cause to be provided, and maintained at its sole cost property insurance in the amount of the value of the improvements on the Premises on a replacement cost basis. The property insurance shall insure against the perils of fire (with extended coverage), theft, vandalism, malicious mischief, collapse, flood, earthquake, windstorm and physical loss or damage.

Owner will not keep improvements which are constructed or installed and owned by Lessee under the provisions of this Lease insured against fire or casualty, and Lessee will make no claim of any nature against Owner by reason of any damage to the business or property of Lessee in the event of damage or destruction by fire or other cause, arising other than from or out of negligence or willful misconduct of agents or employees of the Owner in the course of their employment.
d.Insurance Endorsements.The liability insurance policy(ies) shall be endorsed with the following language:
(1) The City of Compton and its respective elected and
appointed officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers are to be named and covered as “additional insureds” with respect to liability arising out of the activities of the Lessee.
(2) The insurer waives all rights of subrogation against the City. (3) Any failure to comply with reporting provisions of the policies shall not affect coverage provided to the City.
(4) Identify the leased Premises covered by the policy(ies) and the identity of the insured(s).

Lease Agreement – 920 North Alameda Street
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2029 / Resolution No. ****
Angels for Sight
7 e.Contractor’s Insurance Requirements. Lessee shall require that any contractors and subcontractors used to perform improvements/repairs to the building structure and Premises as provided in Sections 8 and 9 of this Lease Agreement to provide and maintain during the entire period of performing improvements/repairs the following programs of insurance:
(1) A policy of Commercial General Liability Insurance, inclusive of personal injury liability and broad form property damage coverage, in an amount not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence and Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) general aggregate. The coverage shall be written on an occurrence basis. Claims made coverage is not acceptable. (2) A program of Workers’ Compensation Insurance and Employer’s Liability Insurance in an amount and form to meet all applicable requirements of the State Labor Code and which specifically covers all persons providing services by or on behalf of the contractor and all risks to such persons. (3) A program of Automobile Liability Insurance with a limit of liability of not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) for each accident. Such insurance shall include coverage for all “owned”, “hired” and “non-owned” vehicles, or coverage for “any auto”.
(4) The Contractor(s) liability insurance policy(ies) shall be endorsed with the following language: The City and its respective elected and appointed officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers are to be named and covered as “additional insureds” with respect to liability arising out of the activities of the contractor.

Insurance coverage specified herein constitutes the minimum requirements and said requirements shall in no way lessen or limit the liability of the Lessee and/or its contractors and subcontractors under the terms of the Lease Agreement. Lessee shall procure and maintain, at its own costs and expense, any additional kinds and amounts of insurance that, in its own judgment, may be necessary relating to Lessee’s use of the Premises and improvement/repairs made to the Premises.

Section 11. Losses.Owner shall not be responsible for losses or damage to personal property, equipment or materials of Lessee. Owner will not keep improvements which are constructed or installed and owned by Lessee under the provisions of this Lease insured against fire or casualty, and Lessee will make no claim of any nature against Owner by reason of any damage to the business or property of Lessee in the event of damage or destruction by fire or other cause, arising other than from or out of the gross negligence or willful misconduct of agents or employees of the Owner in the course of their employment.

Lease Agreement – 920 North Alameda Street
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2029 / Resolution No. ****
Angels for Sight
8 Section 12. Damage or Destruction.
a. Termination of Lease. If the entire Premises or any material portion thereof are damaged or destroyed by earthquake or other violent action of the elements, or by fire or other casualty such that it is difficult or impossible for Lessee to continue operating its business thereon, then either Owner or Lessee may cancel this Lease as of the date of damage or destruction by delivering written notice to the other within thirty (30) days following the damage or destruction. If the Lease is cancelled, Lessee shall surrender the Premises and shall not be obligated for any further rental payment and Owner shall refund any unearned rent paid in advance by Lessee, calculated at a daily rate based on the regular monthly rental.

Repair of Premises. In the event of any lesser damage by casualty (other than that caused by or do the actions/inactions of the Lessee), Owner shall, at Owner's cost and expense, promptly repair the same to the extent Owner's insurance proceeds are made available to Owner therefor and provided that (a) such repairs, in Owner's reasonable good faith opinion, can be commenced within thirty (30) days of the event which necessitated the repair and restoration, unless it is not reasonably possible to commence repair and restoration within thirty (30) days from the date of such damage or destruction (without payment of overtime or other premiums) and (b) the cost of such repairs, in Owner's reasonable good faith opinion, will not exceed 50% of the then replacement cost of the Site. If Owner is not required to repair such damage or destruction, then Owner shall, within 30 days from the date of such damage or destruction, either (i) notify Lessee in writing of Owner's election to repair such damage or destruction, in which event Owner shall promptly repair the same, or (ii) notify Lessee in writing of Owner's election to immediately terminate this Lease, in which event this Lease is terminated effective as of the date of such damage or destruction. Lessee may terminate this Lease effective as of the date of any such damage or destruction if Lessee reasonably determines in its good faith opinion that such damage or destruction substantially impairs the satisfactory operation of the Lessee's operations by notifying Owner in writing of Lessee's election to terminate not later than 30 days after the date of such damage or destruction.

Loss Caused by Lessee. If the Premises are wholly or partially damaged or destroyed as a result of the gross negligence or willful misconduct or omission of Lessee, Lessee shall forthwith diligently undertake to repair or restore all such damage destruction at Lessee's sole cost and expense. This Lease shall continue in full force and effect without any abatement or reduction in rent or other payments owed by Lessee, and this obligation of Lessee to repair or restore the Premises shall survive the cancellation of this Lease.

Exclusive Remedy. This Section 12 shall be Lessee's sole and exclusive remedy in the event of damage or destruction of the Premises, and Lessee waives and releases Lessee's rights under California Civil Code Section 1932 and 1933(4).

Lease Agreement – 920 North Alameda Street
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2029 / Resolution No. ****
Angels for Sight
9 No damages, compensation or claim shall be payable by Owner for any inconvenience, any interruption or cessation of Lessee's business, or any annoyance, arising from any damage or destruction of all or any portion of the Premises.

Section 13. Hazard Materials.Lessee shall not use any Hazardous Materials in/or on Site or the Premises, except as necessary in the ordinary course of business and in full compliance with all Environmental Laws. Lessee will promptly notify Owner of any release or presence of any Hazardous Material in/on the Premises of which Lessee becomes aware.
a. Remediation. If Hazardous Materials are released at the Site and/or Premises by Lessee, its agents, employees, or contractors, then Lessee is solely responsible for the removal and/or remediation of any Hazardous Materials to the extent required by governmental authorities in compliance with applicable Environmental Laws.
b. Indemnification. Lessee shall indemnify and hold Owner harmless from and against any and all claims, actions, suits, proceedings, loss, liabilities, damages, fines, costs, or expense (including reasonable attorneys’ fees, consultants’ fees, investigation and laboratory fees, court costs, and litigation expenses), which arise from the presence of Hazardous Materials at the Site and/or Premises released by Lessee or its agents, employees, or contractors.

Section 14. Default. Lessee shall pay said rent to the Owner without deduction, default or delay. In the event of the failure of Lessee to do so, or in the event of a breach of any other terms, covenants or conditions herein contained on the part of Lessee to be kept and performed and if such default continues for a period of thirty (30) days after receipt of written notice from Owner to Lessee of such default, this Lease may be terminated. Owner may not terminate the Lease if (a) Lessee cures the default within the thirty (30) day period after notice of default is given, or (b) the default cannot reasonably be cured within thirty (30) days after notice of default is given, but Lessee reasonably commences to cure the default within the thirty (30) day period and diligently and in good faith continues to cure the default. In the event of termination of this Lease, it shall be lawful for Owner to reenter into and upon the Premises and every part thereof and to remove and store at Lessee’s expense all property therefrom and to repossess and occupy the Premises. In addition thereto, Owner shall have such other rights or remedies as may be provided for by law.

Section 15. Holding Over. In case Lessee holds over beyond the term herein provided with the consent, express or implied, of the Owner, such tenancy shall be from month-to-month only, subject to the same terms and conditions of this Lease, but shall not be a renewal hereof. Such month-to-month tenancy shall be terminable on thirty (30) days written notice by either party to the other party.

Lease Agreement – 920 North Alameda Street
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2029 / Resolution No. ****
Angels for Sight
10 Section 16. Cancellation Provision.Notwithstanding any other provisions contained herein, either party shall have the right to cancel this Lease, without cause, at anytime, upon thirty (30) days prior written notice to the other party.

Section 17. Owner’s Access. Lessee agrees to permit the Owner or Owner’s authorized agents, upon reasonable advance notice, free access to the Premises at all reasonable times for the purpose of inspection of the Premises or for making necessary alterations, improvements or major repairs.

Section 18. Discrimination. The Lessee herein covenants by and for itself, its heirs, executors, administrator, and assigns, and all persons claiming under or through it that this Lease is made, accepted and subject to the following conditions:

That there shall be no discrimination against or segregation of any person or group of persons, on account of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, national origin, or ancestry, the leasing, subleasing, transferring, use, occupancy, tenure, enjoyment of the Premises herein leased nor shall the Lessee itself, or any person claiming under or through it, establish or permit any such practice or practices of discrimination or segregation with referenced to the selection, location, number, use of occupancy, of Lessees or vendees in the Premises herein leased.

Section 19. Indemnification. Lessee shall indemnify and save harmless the Owner, its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers (collectively hereafter the “Owner”), against any and all damages to property or injuries to or death of any person or persons, and shall defend, indemnify and save the Owner from any and all liability and expense, including reasonable defense costs and legal fees, and claims, demands, suits, actions or proceedings of any kind or nature, including Workers’ Compensation claims, of or by anyone whomsoever in any way resulting from or arising out of Lessee’s, its employees, contractors, agents or invitees negligent or intentional acts in or on the Premises, or from conduct of Lessee, its employees, contractors, agents or invitees practice or business from any activity, work or things done.

This indemnification and hold harmless obligation does not extend to claims arising out of the sole negligence or willful misconduct of the Owner.

Section 20. Partnership Disclaimer.Lessee and any and all agents of Lessee shall act in an independent capacity and not as officers or employees of the Owner. Nothing herein contained shall be construed as constituting the parties herein as partners.

Section 21. Vacating Premises. Lessee shall, on the last day of said term or sooner termination of this Lease, peaceably and quietly leave, surrender Lease Agreement – 920 North Alameda Street
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2029 / Resolution No. ****
Angels for Sight
11 and yield up to the Owner, the Premises in good order, condition and repair, reasonable use and wear thereof and damage by acts of nature, excepted.

Section 22. Compliance with Laws.Lessee shall at its sole cost and expense, comply with all the laws and requirements of all municipal, county, state and federal authorities now in force, or which may hereafter be in force pertaining to the Premises and use of the Premises as provided by this Lease.

Section 23. Easements and Right of Way.This Lease is subject to all existing easements and right of way. Owner further reserves the right to grant additional public utility easements as may be necessary and Lessee hereby consents to the granting of any such easements. The public utility will be required to reimburse Lessee for any damages suffered by Lessee caused by the construction work on the easement area.

Section 24. Parking Access.Unless specifically provided herein, if off-street parking is provided at the Site of the Premises, Lessee, its employees and invitees may have equal access to non-restricted/non-reserved parking spaces provided to all Lessees on a first-come, first-served basis.

Section 25. Relocation.Lessee acknowledges that Lessee, its employees, contractors, subordinates and assigns are not entitled to any Relocation Payment or Relocation Advisory Assistance due to their occupancy of the Premises.

Section 26. Failure to Perform.In the event of the failure, neglect or refusal of Lessee to do, or perform work, or any part thereof, of any act or thing in this Lease provided to be done and performed by Lessee, Owner shall, at its option, have the right to do and perform the same, and Lessee hereby covenants and agrees to pay Owner the costs thereof on demand.

Section 27. Binding on Successors.Each and all of the terms and agreements herein contained shall be binding upon and shall inure to the benefit of the successors in interest of the Owner, and wherever the context permits or requires the successors in interest to the Lessee.

Section 28. Amendments. This Lease Agreement may be modified or amended only be written document executed by both Lessee and Owner’s City Manager and approved as to form by the City Attorney. Such document shall expressly state that it is intended by the parties to amend the terms and conditions of this Lease Agreement.

Section 29. Waivers.A waiver by either party to this Agreement of any breach of any terms, covenants or condition contained herein shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or any other term, covenant or condition contained herein, whether of the same or a different character.

Lease Agreement – 920 North Alameda Street
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2029 / Resolution No. ****
Angels for Sight
12 Section 30. Governing Law and Severability.This Agreement shall be governed by and construed under the laws of the State of California. In the event of litigation between the parties, venue in state trial courts shall lie exclusively in the County of Los Angeles.

Should any part of this Agreement be declared by a final decision by a court or tribunal of competent jurisdiction to be unconstitutional, invalid, or beyond the authority of either party to enter into or carry out, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remainder of this Agreement, which shall continue in full force and effect, provided that the remainder of this Agreement, absent the unexcised portion, can be reasonably interpreted to give effect to the intentions of the parties.

Section 31. Notices. All notices, demands or requests to be given under this Lease Agreement shall be given in writing and conclusively shall be deemed received when: (a) delivered personally, or (b) on the fifth (5th) business day after the deposit thereof in the United States mail, postage prepaid, and addressed as hereinafter provided, or (c) one business day after send by facsimile transmission.

To OWNER: City of Compton
205 South Willowbrook Avenue
Compton, California 90220
Attn: Director, General Services Department
(310) 605-5519
With copy to: City of Compton
205 South Willowbrook Avenue
Compton, California 90220
Attn: City Manager
To LESSEE: Angels for Sight
2129 Long Beach Boulevard
Long Beach, California 90806
Attn: Lambert Adouki, Interim Director
(562) 810-2837
(310) 537-2100 – fax.

Section 32. Entire Agreement. This Lease and any exhibits or attachments hereto and incorporated herein constitute the entire agreement of Owner and Lessee. There are no agreements, terms, conditions or obligations other than those set forth herein.

Lease Agreement – 920 North Alameda Street
July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2029 / Resolution No. ****
Angels for Sight
13 This Lease shall supersede all previous communications, representations or agreements, either verbal or written between Owner and Lessee. This agreement may be modified only by written agreement signed by both Owner and Lessee.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, Lessee has executed this Lease and the Owner, by its City Manager, who is authorized to do so, has executed this Lease.

ANGELS FOR SIGHT
LESSEE
By __________________________________ Dated: ______________ Lambert Adouki, Interim Director

CITY OF COMPTON/OWNER
Recommended for Approval:

By __________________________________ Dated: ______________ Nebraska Jones, Director
General Services Department
Approved by:

By __________________________________ Dated: ______________ Willie A. Hopkins, Jr., City Manager
Approved as to form:

By _________________________________ Dated: ______________ Eric J. Perrodin, City Attorney
ATTEST:

Dated: _________________ By _____________________________ Vernell McDaniel, City Clerk
3,440 square feet
- 1,224 for building
_______________
2,216 sq. ft of outdoor space

July 9, 2024
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: PUBLIC WORKS STREET MAINTENANCE DEPARTMENT
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON APPROVING A BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-
2025 BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ESTABLISH A PURCHASE ORDER WITH ALAN’S LAWN & GARDEN
CENTER, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF NINETY-ONE THOUSAND SEVEN

HUNDRED FIFTEEN DOLLARS AND NINETY-EIGHT CENTS
($91,715.98) FOR THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) ELECTRIC LAWN
MOWERS

SUMMARY
The adoption of this resolution will approve a budget amendment to the Fiscal Year 2024- 2025 Budget and authorize the City Manager to establish a purchase order with Alan’s Lawn & Garden Center, Inc. in the amount of Ninety-One Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Ninety-Eight Cents ($91,715.98) for the purchase of two (2) electric lawn mowers.

BACKGROUND
The South Coast AQMD (SCAQMD) has established a Commercial Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment Incentive & Exchange Program. The goal of the program is to improve air quality by exchanging older, polluting gasoline or diesel-powered commercial lawn and garden equipment with new zero-emission battery-operated commercial grade equipment.

The Commercial Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment Incentive & Exchange program is open to local governments, school districts, colleges and non-profit organizations that work within the SCAQMD’s four-county jurisdiction. The program provides participants with incentive funding that will significantly reduce the purchase price of the commercial grade battery-operated lawn and garden equipment, up to the funding caps listed below:

Commercial Lawn & Garden Equipment Funding Cap (Up to) Amount Chainsaws/Trimmers/Edgers/Brushcutters $700
Leaf blowers/Vacuums $1,400
Walk Behind Lawn Mowers $1,500
Ride-on or Stand/Sit Lawn Mowers $15,000

6.6.6.6. Staff Report – Resolution Authorizing Budget Amendment and P.O.

Alan’s Lawn & Garden Center, Inc.– Purchase Electric Lawn Mowers July 9, 2024, page 2
The equipment available through this program includes handheld trimmers, chainsaws, pruners, backpack and handheld blowers and ride-on, stand-on, walk-behind and robotic lawn mowers. One equivalent operable gasoline or diesel-powered piece of lawn and garden equipment must be scrapped to qualify for funding incentives toward battery- operated replacement equipment.

The program is voucher-based, and is available on a first-come, first-served basis until the funding is exhausted. Eligible participants will contact a participating retailer to select new commercial grade lawn and garden equipment. The participating retailers will apply for vouchers, which will be applied as a point-of-sale discount towards the purchase price of the new lawn and garden equipment. The participating retailer ensures that the old equipment is properly dismantled and permanently destroyed by a licensed dismantler.

STATEMENT OF THE ISSUE
The Public Works Street Maintenance Department (Department) desires to participate in the Commercial Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment Incentive & Exchange Program to support SCAQMD’s goal of achieving cleaner air quality for all.

The Department will utilize the program to purchase two (2) battery-operated zero- emission ride-on lawn mowers. Staff has completed the required application process to participate in the program and has obtained quotes for the lawn mowers from Alan’s Lawn & Garden Center, Inc., a participating retailer. The program will provide a total of Thirty Thousand Dollars ($30,000) of incentive funding towards the purchase of the lawn mowers.

Transitioning to battery-operated zero-emission ride-on lawn mowers, allows the Department to not only reduce carbon emissions and air pollution but also promotes a quieter and more sustainable approach to park maintenance. These mowers can efficiently tackle the upkeep of city parks and infrastructure without the noise and fumes associated with traditional gas-powered models. This investment reflects a commitment to both environmental stewardship and effective resource management, ultimately contributing to a cleaner and healthier urban environment for the community.

FISCAL IMPACT
An amendment to the Department’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget is required for this expenditure. The Department’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget will be amended as follows:

Decrease Expenditure Account Description Amount
1001-720-PK0-4266 Contract Services $91,715.98
Staff Report – Resolution Authorizing Budget Amendment and P.O.

Alan’s Lawn & Garden Center, Inc. – Purchase Electric Lawn Mowers July 9, 2024, page 3
Increase Expenditure Account Description Amount
1001-720-PK0-4249 Special Department Expense $91,715.98 Funds for this expenditure in the amount of Ninety-One Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Ninety-Eight Cents ($91,715.98) will be available in the Public Works Street Maintenance Department’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget in Account No. 1001-720-PK0- 4249.

ALTERNATIVE
No other alternative is being proposed.

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the attached Resolution.

DAMION TIMMONS

STREET SUPERINTENDENT
APPROVED FOR FORWARDING:

WILLIE HOPKINS, JR.

CITY MANAGER
RESOLUTION NO.____________

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON APPROVING A BUDGET AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-
2025 BUDGET AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ESTABLISH A PURCHASE ORDER WITH ALAN’S LAWN & GARDEN
CENTER, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF NINETY-ONE THOUSAND SEVEN

HUNDRED FIFTEEN DOLLARS AND NINETY-EIGHT CENTS
($91,715.98) FOR THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) ELECTRIC LAWN
MOWERS
WHEREAS, the South Coast AQMD (SCAQMD) has established a Commercial Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment Incentive & Exchange Program; and WHEREAS, the goal of the program is to improve air quality by exchanging older, polluting gasoline or diesel-powered commercial lawn and garden equipment with new zero-emission battery-operated commercial grade equipment; and WHEREAS, the program is open to local governments that work within the SCAQMD’s four-county jurisdiction and provides program participants with incentive funding that significantly reduces the purchase price of commercial grade battery- operated lawn and garden equipment; and
WHEREAS, the Public Works Street Maintenance Department (Department) desires to participate in the program and utilize it to purchase two (2) battery-operated zero-emission ride-on lawn mowers; and
WHEREAS, staff has completed the required application process to participate in the program and has obtained quotes for the lawn mowers from Alan’s Lawn & Garden Center, Inc., a participating retailer; and
WHEREAS, the program will provide a total of Thirty Thousand Dollars ($30,000) of incentive funding toward the purchase of the lawn mowers; and WHEREAS, transitioning to battery-operated zero-emission ride-on lawn mowers, allows the Department to not only reduce carbon emissions and air pollution but also promotes a quieter and more sustainable approach to maintenance of City parks and infrastructure; and
WHEREAS, an amendment to the Department’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget is required for this expenditure. The Department’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget will be amended as follows:

Decrease Expenditure Account Description Amount
1001-720-PK0-4266 Contract Services $91,715.98
Increase Expenditure Account Description Amount
1001-720-PK0-4249 Special Department Expense $91,715.98 Funding in the amount of Ninety-One Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Ninety-Eight Cents ($91,715.98) will be available in the Public Works Street Maintenance Department’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget in Account No. 1001-720-PK0-4249.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF COMPTON DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1.That an amendment to the Public Works Street Maintenance Department’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget is authorized as follows:

Decrease Expenditure Account Description Amount
1001-720-PK0-4266 Contract Services $91,715.98
Resolution No. __________

Page 2 ends

Increase Expenditure Account Description Amount
1001-720-PK0-4249 Special Department Expense $91,715.98 Funds for this expenditure in the amount of Ninety-One Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Ninety-Eight Cents ($91,715.98) will be available in the Public Works Street Maintenance Department’s Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget in Account No. 1001-720-PK0- 4249.

SECTION 2. That the City Manager is authorized to establish a purchase order with Alan’s Lawn & Garden Center, Inc. in the amount of Ninety-One Thousand Seven Hundred Fifteen Dollars and Ninety-Eight Cents ($91,715.98) in Account No. 1001-720- PK0-4249 for the purchase of two (2) electric lawn mowers.

SECTION 3.That a copy of this Resolution shall be filed in the offices of the City Manager, City Controller, City Clerk, City Attorney and the Public Works Street Maintenance Department.

SECTION 4.That the Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall attest to the adoption of this resolution.

ADOPTED this _______ day of _________________, 2024.
____________________________________

MAYOR OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
ATTEST:
________________________________________

CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES

CITY OF COMPTON
I, Vernell McDaniel, City Clerk of the City of Compton, hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Compton, signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk, at a regular meeting thereof, held on the _______ day of ___________________, 2024, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS –
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS –
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS –
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS –
_________________________________________

CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF COMPTON
GENERATED 3/21/2024 AT 11:51:39 AM BY Raul Serrato | CREATED 03/21/2024 1 of 1 Alan's Lawn & Garden
Center, Inc.
12194 Firestone Blvd
Norwalk, CA 90650
(562) 868-3228
Sales Order 16490
SALESPERSON Dyana Rivera
[email protected]

SHIP TO

CITY OF COMPTON
P.O. BOX 5118
205 S. WILLOWBROOK
COMPTON, CA 90221
(310) 605-5691
BILL TO (#1336633)

CITY OF COMPTON
P.O. BOX 5118
205 S. WILLOWBROOK
COMPTON, CA 90221
(310) 605-5691
CUST PO CONTACT [email protected]
SHIP OUT Will Call DROP SHIP No
# PART DESCRIPTION QTY B/O FILLED RATE DISC NET EXT

NOTE PRICING IS SUBJECT TO AQMD

GUIDELINES

0.00 1 EVO74R350 (MEAN) EVO74R350 EVO 74" REAR
DISCHARGE (7-8 HRS CONTINUOUS)

1.00 49,939.99 4,540.00(9.09%) 45,399.99 45,399.99
2 AQMD (****) AQMD REBATE
////////////////////////////////////////////////////////

1.00 0.00 15,000.00(inf%) -15,000.00 -15,000.00
3 TAX (SAA) Compton City* (10.25%) 1.00 4,653.50 4,653.50 4,653.50

PAYMENT DETAILS DATE AMT

COMMENTS SUBTOTAL 49,939.99
DISCOUNTS -19,540.00
TAXABLE SUBTOTAL 45,399.99
TAX 4,653.50
TOTAL 35,053.49
PAYMENTS 0.00
BALANCE DUE 35,053.49
BUYER ACCEPTANCE: DATE:

SELLER ACCEPTANCE: DATE:

Items returned within 30 days of purchase with original invoice are subject to a 30% restocking fee. Special order items are only returnable with factory "ok", plus a 30% restocking fee and return freight. Special order items not picked up after 30 days will be placed back in inventory, a 30% restocking fee and inbound shipping are charged. No returns on electrical parts.

Signers warrant authority to execute this sales order on behalf of customer.

GENERATED 3/21/2024 AT 11:46:32 AM BY Raul Serrato | CREATED 03/21/2024 1 of 1 Alan's Lawn & Garden
Center, Inc.
12194 Firestone Blvd
Norwalk, CA 90650
(562) 868-3228
Quote 16484
VALID UNTIL 04/20/2024
SALESPERSON Dyana Rivera
[email protected]

SHIP TO

CITY OF COMPTON
P.O. BOX 5118
205 S. WILLOWBROOK
COMPTON, CA 90221
(310) 605-5691
BILL TO (#1336633)

CITY OF COMPTON
P.O. BOX 5118
205 S. WILLOWBROOK
COMPTON, CA 90221
(310) 605-5691
CUST PO CONTACT [email protected]
SHIP OUT Will Call DROP SHIP No
# PART DESCRIPTION QTY RATE DISC NET EXT
1 EVO96R430 (MEAN) MEAN GREEN 96" BATTERY MOWER 1.00 64,999.99 64,999.99 64,999.99 2 AQMD (****) AQMD REBATE //////////////////////////////////////////////////////////////// 1.00 0.00 15,000.00(inf%) -15,000.00 -15,000.00 NOTE PRICE IS SUBJECT TO AQMD GUIDELINES 0.00
3 TAX (SAA) Compton City* (10.25%) 1.00 6,662.50 6,662.50 6,662.50

PAYMENT DETAILS DATE AMT

COMMENTS SUBTOTAL 64,999.99
DISCOUNTS -15,000.00
TAXABLE SUBTOTAL 64,999.99
TAX 6,662.50
TOTAL 56,662.49
PAYMENTS 0.00
BALANCE DUE 56,662.49
BUYER ACCEPTANCE: DATE:

SELLER ACCEPTANCE: DATE:

Signers warrant authority to execute this sales order on behalf of customer.

Compton City CouncilJuly 9, 2024

Compton City Council
July 9, 2024