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, OCTOBER 25, 2022
7:00 PM - Regular Session
REGULAR SESSION
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Finlay called the meeting to order at 7:33 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
- Councilmembers Present: Kang, Lewis, Schulz, Truong, Garcia, Finlay Councilmembers Absent: None
Staff Present:
Brian Villalobos, Director of Public Safety Service
Annette Juarez, City Clerk
Albert Nunez, Management Aide
Christine Soo, Deputy City Clerk/Administrative Secretar
2. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
The Mayor's Youth Council Update and presentation from Frontier Fiber Optics were remove rom the agenda
loved by Councilmember Garcia, seconded by Councilmember Truong, and carried by th ollowing vote of the Council to adopt the agenda as amende AYES: KANG, LEWIS, SCHULZ, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
3. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
The flag salute was led by Karen Wilson.
4. SPECIAL ITEMS
A. Mayor's Youth Council Update
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Removed from the agenda.
B. Presentation by the Maintenance Superintendents Association - Recognition of Gerard Batista as the 2022 Peter W. Walsh Award Recipient
Community Development Director Hensley shared kind words and acknowledged the impact that Field Services Manager Batista has had; he introduced Chris Ortiz, Public Works Superintendent for the City of El Monte and the Vice President of the Los Angeles and Orange County Maintenance Superintendents Association (MSA) to present the Award Mr. Ortiz gave a background of the prestigious nature of the award and spoke of Field Services Manager Batista's accomplishments throughout his career in public works; he shared the 10/25/2022 - PAGE 1
importance of the Public Works Division in keeping the City running; and on behalf of the Maintenance Superintendents Association, he presented the Peter Walsh award to Field Services Manager Gerard Batista.
eld Services Manager Batista thanked Mr. Ortiz. the MSA Chapter. and Communi evelopment Director Hensley for their kind words; thanked Bill Ornelas for his mentorship; ar he thanked his family for their support.
C. Presentation by Frontier - Local Broadband Expansion Removed from the agenda.
D. Public Safety Department Update/ Parks and Recreation Update Public Safety Director Villalobos reported a slight increase in Part 1 crimes; shared that the department will be having a Coffee with a Deputy on Thursday; reported on the City's partnership - with LA CADA and progress on housing homeless individuals; and provided an update on the fire camera.
5. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
Priscilla and Cesar from Beardslee Academy announced an invitation to their upcoming Dios de Los Muertos event on November 2.
Joanna Gee, from Duarte library, announced upcoming library programs and events.
Management Aide Nuñez announced upcoming City events.
City Manager Jordan introduced newly hired Deputy City Clerk/Administrative Secretary, Christine Soo.
City Clerk Juarez announced the hours of operation for the voting center at the Duarte High School gymnasium.
6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Shubhra Tiwari expressed her concern regarding discussions of a dog park at Hacienda Park.
City Clerk Juarez reported that she received three emailed comments of opposition to a dog park at Hacienda Park.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
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 - September 27, 2022 and October 11, 2022. (CC/HA/FA) D. Approval of Warrants - October 25, 2022. (CC/HA/FA)
E. Receive and file the Public Safety Department Status Report for the month of October 2022.
F. Receive and file the Monthly Financial Update for the month of September 2022.
G. Adoption of Resolution No. 22-35 and Resolution No. 22-36 fixing the City's 2023 Medical Insurance Contribution for Councilmembers and Employees.
H. Approval of Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Duarte Community Television (DCTV) to provide ongoing Public, Education, and Government (PEG) Channel Management until December 31, 2022; and authorization for the City Manager to execute the Agreement. 10/25/2022 - PAGE 2
Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 912 amending the Duarte Municipal Code 1 hance public safety tools, improve City processes and due process, and comply with Sta Agreement; and approval of a General Fund Budget Amendment in the amount of $126,900 Moved by Councilmember Truong, seconded by Councilmember Schulz, and carried by the following vote of the Council to approve Items 7A-7J of the Consent Calendar.
AYES: KANG, LEWIS, SCHULZ, TRUONG, GARCIA, FINLAY
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
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8. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION
None.
9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
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
Councilmember Truong had no further comments.
Councilmember Schulz commented on the wonderful community events that took place over the weekend.
Clane Umid choi Distic, Sco on bar, du A Town special joint mecting with the Councilmember Kang shared a concern he received from a resident regarding cars speeding on Mountain Crest Road; he apologized for his late attendance during the Special Joint Meeting; and announced that he will be missing the next council meeting due to a work-related conflict.
Councilmember Lewis thanked the Duarte Unified School District and the MAD Town Council -
for attending the meeting and the discussions they had.
Mayor Finlay commented on the condition of the freeway wall north of Walmart; reported that the trees at Glen Miller Park need trimming; shared the passing of former Duarte Unified School Board Member Doug Edwards and announced that a memorial service for him will be at Pasadena Presbyterian Church and an honorary event will be held at Westminster Gardens. 10/25/2022 - PAGE 3
13. ADJOURNMENT
At 8:14 p.m. the City Council adjourned the meeting.
Margaret Finlay, Mayor k
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