CITY OF DUARTE
MIIIUTES OF TIIE REGULAR JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL, THE DUARTE HOUSING AUTHORITY, AND THE DUARTE COMMI]NITY
F'ACILITIES FINANCING AUTHORITY
TIIESDAY, OCTOBER ll, 2022
5:30 PM - Workshop
7:00 PM - Regular Session
K.RAILS COMMT]NITY WORIGHOP
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Finlay called the meeting to order at 5:40 p.m.ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers Present:Councilmembers Absent:
StaffPresent:
K*g, Lewis, Schulz, Truong, Garci4 Finlay
None
Daniel Jordan, City Manager
Thai Viet Phan, City AttorneyKristen Petersen, Assistant City Manager / Director of Administrative Services
Manuel Enriquez, Director of Parks and Recreation
Brian Villalobos, Director of Public Safety Services
Stephanie Sandoval, Public Works Manager
Larcy Breced4 Fublic Safety ManagerAnnette Juarez, City Clerk 2 Canyon Rd.City Manager Jordan gave an overview of the purpose of the workshop and the discussions that will take place.
Director of Public Safety Villalobos gave a presentation on previous debris flow events and shared the importance of implementing K-rails.
Public Works Manager Sandoval proposed a mitigation plan to protect residents and properties from future debris flow events; shared that the plan includes using sandbags, K-rails, trafficcontrol, additional signage, on-call agreements with vendors for cleamrp; and reported that the Cityis in the beginning stages for a permanent solution to construct a debris settlement catchment basin.Director of Public Safety Villalobos discussed evacuation protocols and K-rail placement.
Public Comment
John Fasana recalled the previous mud flow event and the positive effects of K-rails.
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REGULAR SESSION
3. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
Moved by Councilmember Schulz, seconded by Councilmember Kang, and carried by thefollowing vote of the Council to adopt the agenda.AYES: KANG, LEWIS, SCHULZ, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY NOES: NONEABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE
4. CALLTOORDER
Mayor Finlay called the meeting to order at7:04 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Councilmernbers Present:Councilmembers Absent:
StaffPresent:
K*g, Lewis, Schulz, Truong, Garci4 Finlay
None
Daniel Jordan, City Manager
Thai Viet Phan, City AttomeyKristen Petersen, Assistant City Manager / Director of Administrative Services
Manuel Errriquez, Director of Parks and Recreation
Brian Villalobos, Director of Fublic Safety Services
Victoria Rocha, Assistant to the City Manager
Jason Golding, Planning Manager
Stephanie Sandoval, Public Works Manager
Larry Breceda, Public Safety ManagerAnnette Jttarez, City Clerk
5. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
The flag salute was led by Mr.Levon Yotrakhparian.
6. SPECIAL ITEMS
A. Presentation qf the Route 66 Sign Design
Planning Manager Golding provided a brief overview of the Route 66 Sign design project to honorthe City's upcoming centennial birthday n2026; he shared that the proposed sign is apart of the City' s beautifi cation proj ect.Milton Solomon, Vice President of Architectural Designs & Signs (AD&S), presented his proposed design for the Route 66 sign.
Discussion ensued regarding the sizing, night lighting, and the colors of the sign.Public Comment Alan Hellen expressed his appreciation of the Route 66 sign.
At the direction of the Council, Staffand Mr. Solomon will revise the sign design to include the suggestions of the Council and return to a future meeting to present the revised design.
Duarte Economic and Fiscal lmpact Report
Councilmember Schulz recused herself from the Item pursuant to FPPC Regulation 18707.
Councilmember Truong recused himself from the Item pursuant to FPPC Regulation 18707.
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7 City Manager Jordan introduced the item and provided a brief background.
Steve Mermell, Management Parhrers, gave a presentation on the Economic and Fiscal Impact Report for the Healthcare Workers Minimum Wage Ordinance.
Public Comment
Steve Hernandez addressed the Council to express his opinion regarding the impact of the initiative.
John Fasana addressed the Council to express his opinion regarding the ballot initiative and theimpact on the City of Hope.
C. Chamber of Commerce Ouarterly Report
Shoshanna Pucci4 Duarte Chamber of Commerce Executive Director, presented a recap of Quarter 1, gave an update on the Farmer's Market, and shared upcoming events the Chamber will host.
Joanna Gee, Duarte Library, announced upcoming library progftIms and events.
Samira Mejia, Think Together General Manager, shared that the organization will be having an open-house style event to highlight the importance of after school progftrms on October 17th.John Fasana announced the virtual City of Hope Walk for Hope event onNovember 6.
Assistant to the City Manager Rocha announced upcoming City events.
8. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDADirector of Public Safety Villalobos introduced the City's new Code Enforcement Officer, EmilyLepone.
9. CONSENTCALENDAR
Councilmember Truong and Councilmember Schulz recused themselves from voting on ConsentCalendar Item 9-H pursuant to FPPC Regulation 18707.
A. Motion to read all Resolutions and ordinances presented for consideration by Title only and waive turther reading. (CC/FIA/FA)
B. Approval of absence(s) of City Councilmember(s) from the City Council meeting.
C. Approval of Minutes - September 13, 2022. (CC/nAfA)
D. Approval of Warrants - October 11,2022. (CC/HA/TA)
E. Receive and file the Parks and Recreation Departrnent Status Report for October 2022.
F. Receive and file the Community Development Deparfinent Status Report for October 2022.
G. Award of Contract for the Roof Replacement for Fitness Center Building - Project 23-0I to Bellock General Contracting, Inc. DBA Essential Roofing, as the lowest responsive andresponsible bidder in the amount of $186,270, in addition to a ten percent contingency, for a total project budget of $205,000; and approval of a General Fund budget amendment in the amount of $53,000.
H. Receive and file the Report on the economic and fiscal impact of the Healthcare Workers Minimum Wage Ordinance Initiative in the City of Duarte. t0ltu2022 - PAGE 3
Moved by Councilmember K*g, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried by the following vote of the Council to approve Items A-E and G-H of the Consent Calendar.AYES: KANG, LEWIS, SCHULZ, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: SCHLILZ, TRUONG (Item 9H)ABSENT: NONE
10. Receive and file the Cgmmunity Development Department Status Report for October 2022.
Director of Community Development Hensley responded to questions regarding the evergreen pedestrian improvement and reported that the improvements are a part of ATP cycle 4 grant improvements.
City Manager Jordan shared that Staffwould provide a more comprehensive staffreport at a futurecouncil meeting for further discussion.
Moved by Councilmember Garcia, seconded by Councilmember Schulz, and carried by the following vote of the Council to receive and file Item 9-F of the Consent Calendar.AYES: KANG, LEWIS, SCHULZ, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
11. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Introduction and first reading of Ordinance No. 912 amending the Duarte Municipal Code to enhance public safety tools. improve City processes and due process" and comply with State lawDirector of Public Safety Villalobos discussed the proposed Ordinance rvhich would update Crty's regulations regarding possession and drinking of alcohol, vandalism and graffrti, strage andremoval of personal property, aggressive panhandling, public nudity, and catalytic converters inthe Municipal Code.
Mayor Finlay opened the Public Hearing at9:71 p.m.
City Clerk Juarez announced that no communication was received.
Public CommentNone.
Mayor Finlay closed the Public Hearing at9:72 p.m.In response to questions posed by Council, Director of Public Safety Villalobos communicated information regarding the automobile thefts, catalytic converter thefts, and graffiti removal.Matt Silver, Silver & Wright, further clarified the graffiti removal provisions within the proposedOrdinance.
Director of Public Safety Villalobos also discussed the provision in the proposed Ordinance which would allow for the City to issue an award for a crime. t0trt/2022 - PAGE 4
Moved by Councilmember Schulz, seconded by Councilmember Truong, and carried by the following vote of the Council to introduce and conduct the first reading of Ordinance No. 912amending the Duarte Municipal Code to enhance public safety tools, improve City processes anddue process, and comply with State law.
AYES: KANG, LEWIS, SCHULZ, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONEABSENT: NONE
12. BUSINESS TTEI,IS
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contracts and purchase orders related to pny emergency-related clean-up of debris and the $466.000
Public Works Manager Sandoval provided a staffreport, describing the damage caused by the FishFire. She detailed the plan developed by the City to mitigate debris flow caused by the fire and discussed the need for the Council to authorize emergency purchases, contracts, and purchaseorders related to any future emergency clean-up of debris in the amount of $466,000.
In response to a question posed by the Council, Public Works Manager Sandoval stated that the $466,000 includes the total cost estimate without the consideration of any potential reimbursements. City Manager Jordan further elaborated on the calculation of the total cost.
Moved by Councilmember Schulz, seconded by Councilmember Truong, and carried by the following vote of the Council to authorize emergency purchases pursuant to DMC Section2.36.050; authorize the City Manager to enter into a cooperative agreement with U.S. Departrnentof Agriculture -Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS); authorize the purchasing officerto execute all contracts and purchase orders related to any emergency-related clean-up of debris and the implementation of the NRCS Agreement; and approve a budget amendment in the amount of $466,000.
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
KANG, LEWIS, SCHULZ, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY
NONENONENONE
31. 2025 and adjusting the scope of work qnd authorization fgr the City Manager to execute the AgreementAssistant to the City Manager Rocha gave a presentation regarding the scope of work Tripepi Smith & Associates performs for the City, accomplishments, suggested amendments to the agreement, and costs.
In response to questions posed by the Council, Assistant to the City Manager Rocha discussedmetrics and content published by. Tripepi Smith & Associates.
Council discussed the consistency of content posts along all social media platforms and the suggested amendments to the agreement.
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Moved by Councilmember Truong, seconded by Counciknember Garci4 and carried by the following vote of the Council to approve Amendment No. I to the Professional ServicesAgreement with Tripepi Smith & Associates, Inc. to provide ongoing communications support from Novernber 1
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2022 to October 31, 2025 and adjusting the scope of work; and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN
ABSENT:
KANG, LEWIS, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY
NONENONE
SCHULZ*
*Councilmember Schulz left the meeting at9:49 p.m. due to a time conflict.
13. Parks and Recreation Director Enriquez shared that the City of Duarte's Senior Center is beingrecognized and honored with a Crty Champion Award at the YWCA 2022 Charryions of ChangeAward luncheon on Thursday, November 10tr. He expressed that this award is to the credit of the staffleadership at the Senior Center.
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Councilmember Truong thanked Staft and reported that he attended the JPIA risk managementconference.
Councilmember Garcia thanked Stafffor their hard work.
Councilmember Kang inquired about the thermal camera and asked for a status update at the nextcouncil meeting.
Councilmember Lewis announced that October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and shared that his prayers are with all survivors.
In response to a question posed by Mayor Finlay, Community Development Director Hensleyreported that Staff will take a look at the utility unit at 802 Buena Vista St.
Community Development Director Hensley informed Council that the Johnson-Yang business center upgrades are complete, and staff is in communication with the owners to install brighter lighting.
15. ADJOURNMENT
At 10:07 p.m. the City Council adjoumed the meeting in memory of Mielke, and Doug Edwards.
Evans, Dennis
Annette
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