CITY OF DUARTE
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL,
THE DUARTE HOUSING AUTHORITY, AND THE DUARTE COMMUNITY
FACILITIES FINANCING AUTHORITY
TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2022
6:00 PM - Closed Session
7:00 PM - Regular Session
INTERVIEWS
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Finlay called the meeting to order at 6:02 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers Present: Kang, Lewis, Truong, Garcia, Finlay * Councilmember Kang arrived at 6:10 p.m., after adoption of the agenda Councilmembers Absent:
Staff Present: Daniel Jordan, City Manager
Thai Viet Phan, Assistant City Attorney
Annette Juarez, City Clerk
Victoria Rocha, Assistant to the City Manager
2. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
loved by Councilmember Lewis, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried by t llowing vote of the Council to approve the adoption of the agen AYES: LEWIS, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: KANG, SCHULZ
3. PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEM
Lino Paras commended Dr. Jordan for the work he has done in the City; expressed his opinion regarding the City Manager's performance, commenting on the high employee turnover rate at City Hall; and he also expressed concerns regarding the City Council minutes not being available for approval at the next consecutive meeting.
The City Council recessed into closed session at 6:07 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Finlay called the meeting to order at 7:09 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers Present: Kang, Lewis, Truong, Garcia, Finlay Councilmembers Absent: Schulz
Staff Present: Daniel Jordan, City Manager
Thai Viet Phan, Assistant City Attorney
Kristen Petersen, Assistant City Manager / Director of
Manuel Enriquez, Director of Parks and Recreation
Brian Villalobos, Director of Public Safety Services
Victoria Rocha, Assistant to the City Manager
7/26/2022 - PAGE 1
2. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
The flag salute was led by Dr. James Finlay.
3. CITY ATTORNEY CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Phan announced that there was no reportable action taken during Closed Session.
4. SPECIAL ITEMS
A. Mayor's Youth Council
Recreation Supervisor Mays introduced the new Mayor's Youth Council.
Mayor Finlay gave the Oath of Office to the new members of the Mayor's Youth Council.
Public Comment
Lino Paras thanked the Mayor's Youth Council for their assistance during the memorial service of Mayor Pro-Tem Paras-Caracci and announced that his family will be establishing a non-profit organization in her memory.
B. Public Safety Update
Director of Public Safety Villalobos announced National Night Out; gave an update on Part 1 Crimes and the Special Assignment team, Measure H funding and outreach coordination, and the June 12, 2022 Fish Fire; and discussed the 210 freeway closure.
The City Council directed Staff to examine the traffic signals at the intersection of Buena Vista and Central and Class A truck traffic on Huntington Drive.
C. Monthly Financial Update
City Manager Jordan gave a financial update for June 2022, highlighting an increase in development-related revenues.
5. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
Joanna Gee, Duarte Library, announced upcoming library programs and events. issistant to the City Manager Rocha announced upcoming City events and provided informatio bout the new city website
6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Dr. Andrew Raubitschek addressed the City Council to discuss wildfire mitigation surrounding the Duarte Wilderness Preserve/Spinks Canyon.
City Manager Jordan stated that he would be in contact with Dr. Raubitschek and will bring the item back to the City Council for discussion.
Lino Paras inquired about the goats that were used for fire suppression; requested that the City support Supervisor Barger in regards to the mask mandate; thanked the City for the memorial service for Mayor Pro-tem Paras-Carracci and thanked those that were in attendance or watched online; and stated his opinion of City Manager Jordan's performance in regards to the Closed
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Motion to read all Resolutions and ordinances presented for consideration by Title only and waive further reading. (CC/HA/FA)
7/26/2022 - PAGE 2
B. Approval of absence(s) of City Council member(s) from the City Council meeting.
C. Approval of minutes - May 24, 2022, Regular Meeting.
D. Approval of warrants - July 26, 2022. (CC/HA/FA)
E. Receive and file the Public Safety Department Status Report for July 2022.
F. Receive and file the Monthly Financial Update for June 2022. • Approval ora ear foreial o pro gent it muting Crop a re Moved by Councilmember Kang, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried by the following vote of the Council to approve Items A-G of the Consent Calendar.
AYES: KANG, LEWIS, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: SCHULZ
8. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION
None.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Levy and Collection of Assessments within the Lighting and Landscape Assessment District - Fiscal Year 2022-23; and adopting of Resolution No. 22-30 City Engineer Howing presented the item, giving an overview of the Engineer's Report which projected a total generated revenue of $992,171; there is an opportunity to increase the assessment in Neighborhood Zones based on the 6.6% C.P.I.; and the median increase is approximately $15 per parcel.
Mayor Finlay opened the Public Hearing at 8:09 p.m.
Public Comment
Lino Paras inquired about the timeline for the levy and collection of assessments. over by Countie connet Kees coped by Councimember Lois, and caried by the AYES: KANG, LEWIS, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: SCHULZ
In response to the inquiry made by Mr. Paras, City Engineer Howing stated that last year's public hearing also took place during the second meeting of July; and Staff is on pace to meet the property tax roll deadline.
Moved by Councilmember Kang, seconded by Councilmember Lewis, and carried by the ollowing vote of the Council to adopt Resolution No. 22-30 providing for the annual levy anc ollection of assessments for Fiscal Year 2022-23 within the Landscape and Lighting Distric AYES: KANG, LEWIS, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: SCHULZ
7/26/2022 - PAGE 3
10. BUSINESS ITEMS
None.
11. CONTINUATION OF ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
12. ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY!
FINANCING AUTHORITY MEMBERS AND CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE
DIRECTOR
Assistant City Manager/Director of Administrative Services Petersen announced that copies of the budget were provided to the City Council and that the budget can also be accessed on the City website.
City Attorney Phan announced that the deadline to submit ballot initiative arguments is August 19. 'ouncilmember Truong congratulated Assistant to the City Manager Rocha and Brenda Train or securing tunding trom Assemblymember Kubio for the broadband protec Councilmember Garcia commended Staff for the lovely memorial in honor of Mayor Pro-Tem Paras-Caracci; stated that he attended the Duarte Boxing Club fundraiser; commended Staff for the successful first Concert in the Park; announced that Foothill Unity Center will be holding a back-to-school drive on August 2 at Santa Anita Racetrack; encouraged the community to attend the National Night Out event; and recognized Staff for their work during the 210 Freeway closure.
Councilmember Kang expressed his apologies for not being able to attend the memorial service for Mayor Pro-Tem Paras-Caracci; announced the Duarte Boxing Show on August 13; and requested that Staff work on a mitigation plan for the second 210 Freeway closure.
Councilmember Lewis thanked Staff for the memorial ceremony honoring Mayor Pro-tem Paras- Caracci.
Mayor Finlay congratulated the City of Hope; encouraged everyone to visit the City of Hope Hotel Restaurant; inquired about the possibility of placing commemorative benches in areas of the City; inquired about the scheduling of the joint City Council/School Board meeting; and commended Staff for the memorial in honor of Mayor Pro-tem Paras-Caracci.
13. ADJOURNMENT
At 8:27 p.m. the City Council adjourned the meeting.
Marie,
Ale
Annette Juarez, City Clerk
7/26/2022 - PAGE 4