City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 8/16/2022 Page 1 of 9 Final Minutes Approved January 17, 2023
MINUTES
CUDAHY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING and
CITY OF CUDAHY AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY and
HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CUDAHY
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION JOINT MEETING
August 16, 2022 6:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor / Chair Alcantar called the meeting to order at 6:35 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Council / Agency Member Jack M. Guerrero (joined at 7:01 pm, left at 10:04 pm)
Council / Agency Member Blanca Lozoya (joined at 6:53 pm) Council / Agency Member Daisy Lomelí
Vice Mayor / Vice Chair Jose R. Gonzalez
Mayor / Chair Elizabeth Alcantar
ABSENT: None
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager, Alfonso Noyola, Deputy City Attorney, Stephanie Arechiga, City Clerk, Richard Iglesias, Assistant City Clerk, Estefania Zamora, Finance Director, Joshua Calhoun,
Administrative Services Director, Brenda Rodriguez, Community Development Director Juan Arauz, Public Works Director, Aaron Hernandez, and Management Analyst, Andres Rangel.
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Lomelí.
4. LAND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT
The Land Acknowledgment was led by Council Member Lomelí.
We would like to acknowledge that the land we inhabit today was once known as Tovangaar, the home of the Gabrieleño-Tongva people. We show our respects to the Gabrieleño-Tongva people, as well as all Indigenous people, past, present, and future, and honor their labor as original caretakers of this land. We commit to uplifting the Gabrieleño-Tongva people, invite you to acknowledge the history, and join us in caring for this land.
5. PRESENTATIONS
A. Recognition of Muralist
City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 8/16/2022 Page 2 of 9 B. Presentation on Supportive Services Division
C. Recognition of Salvador Lopez Jr.
6. CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENTS – NONE
7. CLOSED SESSION – NONE
8. CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT – NONE
9. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Emma Hernandez announced services provided to the city (i.e., Summer Tech Camp Program at Lugo Park that consisted of 2nd-5th grade students taking STEM classes, about 150 students attending, nine classes provided, 148 hours of direct services, and free meals), announced the upcoming events inviting Council to attend and thanked them.
Gerardo Hernandez mentioned that according to the 2020 U.S. Census Bureau, the City of Cudahy has an estimated 27.7% of residents living in poverty; also, an estimated
18.7 residents under the age of 65 years old have no health insurance, commented on a 2017 American Community Survey regarding the percentage of household renters, spoke on a proposed "affordable multi-family residential development," asked that elected officials further the discourse of today's proposal to address the seriousness of Cudahy's housing insecurities and look for solutions to find more affordable housing inside Cudahy.
Susie spoke on Item 16A, asked that funds are utilized based on feedback from the community (i.e., community programs, in-house sports programs for youth/adults), commented on Item 16B, referenced development units on Elizabeth and Otis with rents ranging from $2,000-$3,000 which is housing that this community cannot afford, agreed with having crossing guards asked for approval, mentioned an issue with a police officer, and asked for it to be addressed.
Bertha Martinez mentioned that Ellen Ochoa School has many issues with traffic and parents' double parking and urgently needs a crossing guard and someone to monitor the parking around the school.
Deputy Montes apologized for Susie's encounter and mentioned he would call her; he commented on double parking, and he would reach out to school police and figure out a strategy to have all schools covered regarding traffic issues.
10. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS / REQUESTS FOR AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Lomelí wished all the best to educators and families returning to school, mentioned looking forward to working with and supporting all our schools, students, and families, commented that needs have already been brought to our attention, and now having partnerships to continue the work to meet those needs, acknowledged Deputy Montes for apologizing, and asked for he and the City Manager City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 8/16/2022 Page 3 of 9 to follow up with our resident, would like to hear back about actions taken regarding this incident.
Council Member Lozoya spoke regarding parking and reiterated to have a study done regarding painting parking slots around the City's streets.
Council Member Guerrero addressed the Marijuana initiative in the previous week's special council meetings, advocated for shutting down the initiative on the ballot in November, and will encourage the community to come out in opposition to that City negotiated initiative, expressed his ongoing concern regarding the consent calendar protocol in summary, lastly, concerning a resident who had a bad experience with the Sheriff's Department, encouraged the Sheriff to adjust the tone as it relates to public interactions, and expressed sometimes being a little courteous makes a difference.
Vice Mayor Gonzalez welcomed students back to school, sent wishes to educators, expressed his appreciation towards Deputy Montes, mentioned that LAUSD Police may be able to support us with traffic issues, and provided an idea where residents can provide feedback through a survey/feedback card regarding their interaction with Sheriff's.
Mayor Alcantar addressed comments made during the public comment period, wanting to make sure we follow up with Susie, mentioned a conversation with Deputy Montes on how we communicate better with residents, mentioned joining Ellen Ochoa School in their backpack giveaway, fifty thousand was gifted to the school, reminded staff of her request of the temporary rent freeze ordinance, and asked to explore a partnership with Hot Wheels Wheelchair Basketball Team.
11. CITY MANAGER REPORT (information only)
12. REPORTS REGARDING AD HOC, ADVISORY, STANDING OR OTHER
COMMITTEE MEETINGS - NONE
A. Reports regarding Education Ad Hoc Committee, Economic Development Ad Hoc Committee, and Rent Control Ad Hoc Committee meetings
13. WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES Motion: Council Member Lozoya motioned to waive full reading of resolutions and ordinances, seconded by Mayor Alcantar. Motion passed 4-1 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: Guerrero
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
14.CONSENT CALENDAR
Council Member Guerrero spoke under protest of the City's protocol of consent calendar, alleged the City is violating the brown act, stated he will be voting no on City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 8/16/2022 Page 4 of 9 consent calendar items, made comments on the financial statement audit report, and quoted from the authoritative report of the California State Controller concerning the forensic audit.
A. Approval of the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) for the Month of July 2022 Recommendation: The City Council is requested to approve the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) Report for the month of July 2022 in the amount of $11,223,201.06.
B. Approval of the City Demands and Payroll including Statement of Investment for the Month of July 2022
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to approve the Demands and Payroll in the amount of $1,789,957.16 including the Statement of Investments for the month of July 2022.
C. Consideration to Review and Approve the Draft of Minutes of July 26, 2022, for the Special Meeting of the City Council and the Joint Meeting of the City of Cudahy as Successor Agency and Housing Successor Agency to the Cudahy Development Commission
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to review and approve the City Council/ Successor Agency Draft Minutes for July 26, 2022.
D. Adoption of Proposed Resolution No. 22-48 Proclaiming a Local Emergency, Ratifying the Proclamation of a State of Emergency by Governor Newsom on March 4, 2020, and Re-Authorizing Remote Teleconference Meetings of the City Council, City Boards, and all Commissions of the City of Cudahy, for the Period from August 16, 2022, through September 15, 2022, Pursuant to Brown Act Provisions (page 33)
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to approve proposed Resolution No. 22-48 proclaiming a local emergency, ratifying proclamation of a Sate of Emergency by Governor Newsom on March 4, 2020, and re-authorizing remote teleconference meetings of the City Council, City Boards, and all Commissions of the City of Cudahy, for the period from August 16, 2022, through September 15, 2022, pursuant to Ralph M.
Brown Act provisions.
Motion: Vice Mayor Gonzalez motioned to approve Consent Calendar items, seconded by Council Member Lomelí. Motion passed 4-1 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: Guerrero
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
City Manager, Alfonso Noyola, requested City Council consider rearranging business items in this order, 16B, 16I, and 16A, to be heard before item 15A, with no opposition from City Council.
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16. BUSINESS SESSION
A. Presentation and Discussion on the Proposed Affordable Multifamily Residential Development
Presented by the Contract Planner
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to provide City staff direction on the proposed affordable multifamily residential development. - PRESENTATION, DISCUSSION, AND DIRECTION ONLY, NO MOTION - H. Consideration to Review and Approve the Strategic Plan 2022 to 2026 Presented by the City Manager
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to approve the Strategic Plan 2022 to 2026, which includes the City’s vision, goals, and strategies.
Motion: Council Member Lomelí motioned to approve the Strategic Plan 2022 to 2026, with a suggested addition to the Vision Statement to add the word "pride" at the end of the statement, seconded by Council Member Lozoya. Motion passed 4-1 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: Guerrero
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
A. Presentation, Discussion and Direction of Reimbursed ARPA Grant Fund Utilization Plan
Presented by the Finance Director
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to provide City staff direction on the proposed presentation of Reimbursed ARPA Grant Fund Utilization Plan. - PRESENTATION AND DISCUSSION ONLY, NO MOTION –
15. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Consideration to Approve a Performance Contracting Agreement Between the City of Cudahy and Siemens Industry, Inc. for its City-Wide Energy Efficiency Facilities Modernization Project and to Adopt Resolution No. 22-49, Augmenting the FY 2022-23 Budget in an Amount Not to Exceed $6.5 million for this Project
Presented by the Public Works Director
City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 8/16/2022 Page 6 of 9 Recommendation: The City Council is requested to approve the following: Approve and authorize the city manager to execute an agreement with Siemens Industry Inc. to proceed with the City-Wide Energy Efficiency Facilities Modernization Project and Adopt Resolution No. 22-49 to augment the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget and appropriate funds in an amount not to exceed $6.5 million for the City -Wide Energy Efficiency Facilities Modernization Project.
At 9:10 p.m. Mayor Alcantar opened public comment.
Public Comments:
Susie de Santiago commented on her concern regarding the Solar system mentioning being ok with it if it is going to benefit the community in such a way as repairing the roofs, upgrading the air conditioning units and outlets in Lugo Park and Fitness Center, mentioned community centers are in desperate need of repairs as they are offered as cooling centers, and street lighting needs to be improved, and if there are money savings, better for other improvements to be made in our facilities.
At 9:13 p.m. Mayor Alcantar closed public comment.
Motion: Vice Mayor Gonzalez motioned to Approve a Performance Contracting Agreement Between the City of Cudahy and Siemens Industry, Inc. for its City-Wide Energy Efficiency Facilities Modernization Project and to Adopt Resolution No. 22-49, Augmenting the FY 2022-23 Budget in an Amount Not to Exceed $6.5 million for this Project, seconded by Mayor Alcantar. Motion passed 4-1 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: Guerrero
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
16. BUSINESS SESSION (CONTINUED)
C. Approval of Master Cooperative Agreement with Metro for the West Santa Ana Branch Light Rail Project
Presented by the Public Works Director
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to approve the Master Cooperative Agreement with Metro for the West Santa Ana Branch Light Rail Project and Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement with the caveat that any future land banking in Cudahy by Metro will need to be approved by Cudahy City Council.
Motion: Vice Mayor Gonzalez motioned to adopt a Master Cooperative Agreement with Metro for the West Santa Ana Branch Light Rail Project and Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement with the caveat that any future land banking in Cudahy by Metro will need to be approved by Cudahy City Council, seconded by Council Member Lozoya. Motion does not pass 1-3 by the following roll call vote:
City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 8/16/2022 Page 7 of 9 AYES: Alcantar
NOES: Guerrero, Lozoya, and Lomelí
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Gonzalez
Substitute Motion: Council Member Lomelí motioned to table/move item to the next meeting, seconded by Council Member Lozoya. Motion passes 4-0 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomeli, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Guerrero
D. Approval of a Professional Services Agreement for Crossing Guard Services with All City Management Services
Presented by the Management Analyst
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to approve a Professional Services Agreement for Crossing Guard Services with All City Management Services through June 30, 2022, for a total not to exceed amount of $62,186.40.
Motion: Vice Mayor Gonzalez motioned to adopt Approval of a Professional Services Agreement for Crossing Guard Services with All City Management Services through June 30, 2022, for a total not to exceed amount of $62,186.40, seconded by Council Member Lozoya. Motion passed 4-0 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Guerrero
E. Consideration to Appoint Board Members to the Planning Commission Presented by the City Clerk
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to review applications and appoint commission applicants to the Planning Commission.
Motion: Council Member Guerrero motioned to appoint Maria Jimenez as his designated appointee to the Planning Commission, seconded by Council Member Lozoya. Motion passed 5-0 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Guerrero, Lozoya, Lomelí, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 8/16/2022 Page 8 of 9 F. Adoption of Proposed Resolution No. 22-50 Dissolving the Public Safety Commission
Presented by the City Attorney
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to adopt proposed Resolution No. 22- 50 dissolving the Public Safety Commission.
Motion: Council Member Lozoya motioned to adopt a Proposed Resolution No. 22-50 Dissolving the Public Safety Commission, seconded by Council Member Lomelí. Motion passed 4-0 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Guerrero
G. Adoption of Proposed Resolution No. 22-51 Establishing the Parks and Environmental Justice Commission, and Adopting the Objectives and Policies for the Parks and Environmental Justice Commission
Presented by the Attorney
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to adopt proposed Resolution No. 22- 51 establishing the Parks and Environmental Justice Commission and adopting the Objectives and Policies for the Parks and Environmental Justice Commission.
Motion: Vice Mayor Gonzalez motioned to adopt proposed Resolution No. 22-51 Establishing the Parks and Environmental Justice Commission and Adopting the Objectives and Policies for the Parks and Environmental Justice Commission, seconded by Council Member Lomelí. Motion passed 4-0 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: Guerrero
At 10:04 p.m., Council Member Guerrero left the meeting.
H. Designation of Voting Delegate and Alternates for the League of California Cities Annual Conference & Expo, September 7-9, 2022, in Long Beach, California Presented by the City Clerk
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to appoint a voting delegate and one or two alternates to represent the City at the 2022 League of California Cities Annual Conference Business Meeting on Friday, September 9, 2022, in Long Beach.
City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 8/16/2022 Page 9 of 9 Motion: Vice Mayor Gonzalez motioned to appoint Mayor Alcantar as a delegate, Vice Mayor Gonzalez, and Council Member Lozoya as alternates to represent the City at the 2022 League of California Cities Annual Conference Business Meeting on Friday, September 9, 2022, in Long Beach, seconded by Council Member Lomelí. Motion passed 4-0-1 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: None
ABSENT: Guerrero
ABSTAIN: None
17. COUNCIL DISCUSSION – NONE
18. ADJOURNMENT
Vice Mayor Gonzalez motioned to adjourn the City Council / Agency meeting at 10:07 p.m., seconded by Council Member Lomelí. Motion passed 4-0-1 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: None
ABSENT: Guerrero
ABSTAIN: None
Elizabeth Alcantar
Mayor
ATTEST:
Richard Iglesias
City Clerk