City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 11/01/2022
Final Minutes Approved November 16, 2022
MINUTES
CUDAHY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING and
CITY OF CUDAHY AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY and
HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CUDAHY
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION JOINT MEETING
November 1, 2022 6:30 P.M.
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor / Chair Alcantar called the meeting to order at 6:34 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Council / Agency Member Blanca Lozoya
Council / Agency Member Daisy Lomelí
Vice Mayor / Vice Chair Jose R. Gonzalez (arrived at 6:36 p.m.) Mayor / Chair Elizabeth Alcantar
ABSENT: Council / Agency Member Jack M. Guerrero
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager, Alfonso Noyola, City Clerk, Richard Iglesias, Assistant City Clerk, Estefania Zamora, Deputy City Attorney, Stephanie Arechiga, Finance Director, Joshua Calhoun,
Administrative Services Director, Brenda Rodriguez, Community Development Director Juan Arauz, Public Works Director, Aaron Hernandez, Management Analyst, Andres Rangel, Human
Resources Manager, Noel Barajas, and Executive Secretary, Janet Andrade.
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
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A. Community Development Department Annual Update
6. CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENTS – NONE
7. CLOSED SESSION – NONE
8. CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT – NONE
9. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Gerardo Hernandez wished Council Members best of luck on elections, spoke on local officials providing safe spaces and resources for LGBTQ community, referenced statistics from the 2021 Trevor Project National Survey on LGBTQ mental health and asked for Council to take action.
Ayde Bravo made Council aware of appellant court dismissing the case against KIPP by the request of KIPP and will not be building at the site, mentioned there are lessons to learn from this case and provided examples, judge that oversaw the case stated KIPP was in violation of CEQA.
Tevina Quintana praised Council Member Alcantar for giving out candy, congratulated Cudahy Alliance for Justice on the KIPP case, and mentioned she wants to speak to potential candidates running for Council.
Star Laca mentioned since it is November 1
st wanted to remember all the angels that
left us too soon, thanked Council Member Alcantar, Administrative Services Director Brenda Rodriguez, and City Manager for attending Teresa Hughes Elementary School Halloween event, and commented on the case being dismissed by KIPP’s request.
Bertha Martinez stated it was nice to see the Council at Cudahy Park Halloween event with Senator Lena Gonzalez on the award of 3.5 million and spoke on Cudahy Alliance for Justice victory.
Susie de Santiago echoed the comments from previous speakers, shared how proud she is of KIPP giving up and how Cudahy Alliance for Justice was relentless, also shared her interest in being part of the Rent Ad-Hoc Committee.
Gemma Lurie, TreePeople announced an event on November 12th at Clara Street Park beginning at 8 a.m. and will be having 125 fruit trees for residents.
10. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS / REQUESTS FOR AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Lomelí thanked everyone for attending the meeting, spoke on Halloween events that happened in the city, spoke on LGBTQ+ and how we can be more inclusive, mentioned it is time to celebrate those that have transition and there is a space where the public can share pictures of loved ones, mentioned Aztec dancers having special practice and invited the community to attend.
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Vice Mayor Gonzalez praised the team, spoke on the Halloween event, shared his excitement for the upcoming events and grants the City has received.
Mayor Alcantar shared her attendance at the port of Long Beach tour with Mayor Garcia, attended Senator Lena Gonzalez’s State of the State along with Council Member Lomelí, attended LA Regional Round Table with former Mayor Villaraigosa to discuss the West Santa Ana Branch, shared her attendance at Teresa Hughes Elementary School Halloween Event, and the City’s Halloween event, also shared the Hot Wheel Event happening November 12th at Clara Park gym.
11. CITY MANAGER REPORT (information only)
12. REPORTS REGARDING AD HOC, ADVISORY, STANDING OR OTHER COMMITTEE MEETINGS – NONE
13. WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES Motion: Council Member Lomelí motioned to waive full reading of resolutions and ordinances, seconded by Council Member Lozoya. Motion passed 4-0-1 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: None
ABSENT: Guerrero
ABSTAIN: None
14.CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Adoption of Proposed Resolution No. 22-59 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 November 1, 2022, through December 1, 2022, Pursuant to Brown Act Provisions Recommendation: The City Council is requested to approve proposed Resolution No. 22-59 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 November 1, 2022, through December 1, 2022, pursuant to Ralph M. Brown Act provisions.
B. Adoption of Proposed Ordinance Adding Section 2.12.030 (Powers and Duties) of Chapter 2.12 (City Manager) of Title 2 (Administration and Personnel) of the Cudahy Municipal Code
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to adopt an Ordinance No. 727 by second reading, adding Section 2.12.030 (Powers and Duties) of Chapter 2.12 (City Manager) of Title 2 (Administration and Personnel) of the Cudahy Municipal Code.
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C. Adoption of Proposed Ordinance Amending Section 3.16.120 (Bidding) of Chapter
3.16 (Purchasing System) of Title 3 (Revenue and Finance) of the Cudahy Municipal Code
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to adopt an Ordinance No. 728 by second reading, amending Section 3.16.120 (Bidding) of Chapter 3.16 (Purchasing System) of Title 3 (Revenue and Finance) of the Cudahy Municipal Code.
Motion: Vice Mayor Gonzalez motioned to approve Consent Calendar items, seconded by Council Member Lozoya. Motion passed 4-0-1 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: None
ABSENT: Guerrero
ABSTAIN: None
15. PUBLIC HEARING – NONE
16. BUSINESS SESSION
A. Update on the City’s Economic Development Strategic Plan Presented by the Community Development Director
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to provide City staff feedback on the outreach components of the Economic Development Strategic Plan. (DISCUSSION ONLY)
B. Approval of Professional Services Agreement for Classification and Total Compensation Study
Presented by the Human Resources Manager
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to award a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) to MGT of America Consulting, LLC to conduct a Classification and Total Compensation Study, in the amount of $54,880.
Motion: Vice Mayor Gonzalez motioned to award a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) to MGT of America Consulting, LLC to conduct a Classification and Total Compensation Study, in the amount of $54,880, 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
C. Consideration to Adopt Proposed Resolution No. 22-60 of the City Council of the City of Cudahy Calling for the Resignation of Two Los Angeles Council Members City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 11/01/2022
Presented by the City Clerk
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to adopt proposed Resolution No. 22- 60 Calling for the Resignation of two Los Angeles Councilmembers.
Motion: Council Member Lomelí motioned to adopt proposed Resolution No. 22-60 Calling for the Resignation of two Los Angeles Councilmembers, seconded by Council Member Lozoya. Motion passed 4-0-1 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: None
ABSENT: Guerrero
ABSTAIN: None
At 7:43 p.m. Vice Mayor Gonzalez recused himself from the meeting.
D. Consideration to Authorize the City Manager to Enter into a Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Cudahy and the County of Los Angeles for Coordination of Digital Connectivity Investments
Presented by the City Manager
Recommendation: The City Council is recommended to consider authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding “MOU” between the City of Cudahy and the County of Los Angeles for Coordination of Digital Connectivity Investments.
Motion: Council Member Lozoya motioned the City Manager to enter into a Memorandum of Understanding “MOU” between the City of Cudahy and the County of Los Angeles for Coordination of Digital Connectivity Investments, seconded by Council Member Lomelí. Motion passed 3-0-1 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, and Alcantar
NOES: None
ABSENT: Guerrero
ABSTAIN: Gonzalez (recused himself due to potential conflict of interest) E. Discussion and Approval of Draft Letter addressed to the Honorable Janice Hahn Presented by the City Manager
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to discuss, provide feedback if necessary and approve the attached letter addressed to the Honorable Janice Hahn, to be signed by Mayor Alcantar on behalf of the City Council.
Motion: Mayor Alcantar motioned to approve the attached letter addressed to the Honorable Janice Hahn, to be signed by Mayor Alcantar on behalf of the City Council, City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 11/01/2022
seconded by Council Member Lomelí. Motion passed 3-0-1 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, and Alcantar
NOES: None
ABSENT: Guerrero
ABSTAIN: Gonzalez (recused himself due to potential conflict of interest) At 7:56 p.m. Vice Mayor Gonzalez returned to the meeting.
F. Consideration to Adopt Proposed Resolution No. 22-61 Authorizing Submittal of an Application for Rivers and Mountains Conservancy
Presented by the Management Analyst
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to adopt proposed Resolution No. 22- 61 authorizing submittal of an application for Rivers and Mountains Conservancy for the Lower Los Angeles River Pocket Park Project.
Motion: Council Member Lomelí motioned to adopt proposed Resolution No. 22-61 authorizing submittal of an application for Rivers and Mountains Conservancy for the Lower Los Angeles River Pocket Park Project, seconded by Council Member Lozoya.
Motion passed 4-0-1 by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Lozoya, Lomelí, Gonzalez, and Alcantar
NOES: None
ABSENT: Guerrero
ABSTAIN: None
G. Appointment of Two Cudahy Residents and One landlord to the Rent Control Ad Hoc Committee
Presented by the City Clerk
Recommendation: The City Council is requested to appoint two Cudahy Residents and one landlord to the Rent Control Ad Hoc Committee.
Motion: Mayor Alcantar motioned to appoint Susie de Santiago as landlord, Tevina Quintana, and Irma Lopez as tenants to the Rent Control Ad Hoc Committee, 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
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18. ADJOURNMENT
Council Member Lozoya motioned to adjourn the City Council / Agency meeting at 8:08 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