CITY OF'DUARTE
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL, THE DUARTE HOUSING AUTHORITY, AI\D THE DUARTE COMMUNITY
FACILITIES FINANCING AUTHORITY
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 27, 2022
6:00 PM - Workshop
7:00 PM - Regular Session
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Finlay called the meeting to order at 6:12 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers Present :Councilmembers Absent:
StaffPresent:
K*g, Lewis, Schulz, Truong, Garcia" Finlay *Councilmember Garcia arrived at 6:20 p.m.
None
Daniel Jordan, City ManagerThai Viet Phan, City Attomey Kristen Petersen, Assistant City Manager / Director of
Administrative Services
Manuel Enriquez, Director of Parks and RecreationBrian Villalobos, Director of Public Safety Services Jennifer Zarcrbrano, Administrative Secretary
Salina Bautista, Permit Technician
2. ADOPTION OF TITE AGENDA
Moved by Councilmember K*g, seconded by Councilmember Truong, and carried by thefollowing vote of the Council to adopt the agenda.
AYES: KANG, LEWIS, SCHULZ, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE3. TOWN CENTER MEDIAI\ PROJECT WORKSHOP
Community Development Director Hensley provided a quick overview on the town center beautification project and introduced Richard Krumweide, President of Architerra Design.
Mr. Krumweide proposed sustainable designs for the medians along Huntington Drive.In response to questions posed by the Council, Itzlr. Krumweide shared details about the plant pallet and creating a uniform look for the medians; and shared that the budget for this project includes demolition, the new cobble hardscape, decomposed granite, and new irrigation.There was brief discussion regarding ttre future beautification of the medians along Duarte Road.
Moved by Mayor Finlay, seconded by Councilmember Schulz, and carried by the following voteof the Council to direct Architerra Design to prepare a proposal including the cost and detailed design plans; and agendize a future discussion regarding resources available for the center median project, design for town center project on the northeast and southeast corners, median work on Duarte Road, and the bike trail.AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT;
KANG, LEWIS, SCHULZ, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY
NONE
NONE
NONE
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REGULAB pESSTON
4. CALIi TO OBDER
Mayor Finlay called the meeting to order at7:47 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers Present:
Councilmembers Absent:
StaffPresent:
5. PLEDGE TO THE FLAGThe flag salute was led by TeraMartin Del Campo6. SPECIAL ITEMS KanB, Lewis, Schulz, Truong, Garciq Finlay
None
Daniel Jordan, City Manager
Thai Viet Phan, City AuomeyKristen Petersen" Assistant City Manager I Director ofAdministrative Services Manuel Enriquez, Director of Parks and Recreation
Brian Villalobos, Director of Public Safety ServicesJennifer Zambrano, Administrative Secretary Salina Bautista, Permit Technician
in his memorv.A. Public Safety Department Update
Director of Public Safety Villalobos gave an update on Part I Crimes, shared that the departrnenthas begun scheduling neighborhood watch meetings, and provided an update on Measure H and the City's parfirership with Los Angeles Centers for Alcohol and Drug Abuse.
B. Monthly Financial Update
City Manager Jordan provided a financial update on the City's revenues, presented the CaliforniaLocal Agency Investment Fund *LAIF," and shared the next steps to update the City's InvestnentPolicy.
In response to a question posed by the Council, City Manager Jordan shared that other investnentoptions cities typically pursue include developing investnent fimds for businesses and revolving loan programs.
7. Joanna Gee, Duarte Library, announced upcoming library programs and events.
Director of Community Development Hensley introduced newly hired Administrative Secretary, Jennifer Zambrano.
Management Aide Nuffez announced upcoming City events,
E.
John Fasana inquired aboutthe placement of K-rails near the site ofthe Fish Canyon Fire to preventpotential rnudslides.
Lino Paras greeted the City Council and shared a memory about Tera Martin Del Campo 9t27t2W2 - PAGE 2
9. CONSENT CALEI\DAR
A. Motion to read all Resolutions and ordinances presented for consideration by Title only and waive further reading. (CC/HA/FA)
B. Approval of absence(s) of City Councilmember(s) from the City Council meeting.
C. Approval of Minutes - August 9,2022. (CC/HAIFA)D. Approval of Wa:rants - September 27,2022. (CCIHAIFA)E. Receive and file the Public Safety Department Status Report for September2022.
F. Receive and file the Monthly Financial Update for August 2022.
G. Approval of a grant submittal to San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy (RMC) for the Donald and Bernice Watson Multi-Use Pathway ErosionManagemenVActive Transportation Improvement Project; and Adoption of Resolution No. 22-33 approving the submission of an application for grant funds from the RMC Climate Resilience Grant Program.
H. Biennial Review of the City's Conflict of Interest Code; and Adoption of Resolution No. 22-
34. I. Second reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 912 approving Municipal Code Amendment No. 22-03 - a city-initiated request to modifu Duarte Municipal Code Chapter 16.04.100, to provide new building standards for electric vehicle charging stations that comply with State Law.
J. Authorization for the City Manager to sign a Purchase Agreement with Mobile Modular for the purchase of a 12' x 40' storage trailer for the City Yard; and approval of a budget amendment to increase the project budget from the current $40,000 to $64,000.
Moved by Councilmember K*g, seconded by Councilmember Lewis, and carried by thefollowing vote of the Council to approve Items A-J of the Consent Calendar.AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINABSENT:
KANG, LEWIS, SCHULZ, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY
NONE
NONENONE
10. Norte.
11. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
r.2. BUSINESS rTEMS
Associates (HdL) for Business License Consulting & Software Services: and Budget Amendment of $58.200 to the General Fund
Financial Services Manager Chairomonte provided a staff report, stating the need for updatedbusiness license software that would allow business owners to apply and pay for their licenses online. She further described the benefits of entering into the proposed agrcement. 912712022 - PAGE 3
Moved by Councilmember Truong, seconded by Councilmember Schula and caried by the following vote ofthe Council to approve the agreemeqtwith Hinderliter De Llamas & Associatesin an amount not to exceed $58,200; authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement onbehalf of the City; and approve a budget amendment of $58,200 to the General Fund.
AYES: KANG, LEWIS, SCHULZ, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY NOES: NONEABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE
Steve Hernandez shared a few words on the passing of Larry Marino.
13. 14.
DIRECTOR
Councihnember Garcia inquired about the status of the grant submitted to Senator Napolitano's office.
Councilmember Truong thanked Staffand everyone that assisted with the setup of the City Picnic;and shared that it was a grcat event.
Councilmember Schulz shared that the picnic gets better every year. Despite missing two meetings,she assured the public that she is still present and available to reach.
Councifunember Garcia reported that he attended the DART meeting at the Senior Center;encouraged high school students to join DART; shmed that the picnic was a great event andcommended staJf for their hard work; and wished his godfather a happy 606 birthday.
Councilmember Lewis thanked staff for their hard work on the City Picnic; and encouragedeveryone to go vote in the upcoming election.Mayor Finlay suggested having a barrel lighting; and inquired about the e-bikes on the frail and dog feces on city streets.
Parks and Recreation Director Enriquez provided an update on the prospective dog park; shared that a survey will be conducted to identifu a potential space for a dog park; and reported that the dog park topic will be brouglrt back at a futrne meeting for debriefing and further discussion.
Mayor Finlay annormced that a tree planting ceremony will take place on Wednesday at 10:00 a.m. at Beardslee Park to honor former Mayor and City Councibnember, Bryan Urias.
15. ADJOURNMENT
At9:12 p.m. the City Council adjourned the meetrng in honor of crty Larry Marino.
Mayor
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