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, August 22, 202:
:00 PM - Regular Session
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Schulz called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers Present: Finlay, Kang, Lewis, Truong, Garcia, Martin Del Campo, Schulz Councilmembers Absent: None
Staff Present: Brian Villalobos, City Manager
Thai Viet Phan, City Attorney
Kristen Petersen, Assistant City Manager / Director of
Administrative Services
raig Hensley, Director of Community Developme
lanuel Enriquez, Director of Parks and Recreatic
Andres Rangel, Assistant to the City Manager
2. PLEDGE TO THE FLAG
The flag salute was led by John Fasana.
3. ADOPTION OF THE AGENDA
Moved by Councilmember Garcia, seconded by Councilmember Lewis, and carried by the following vote of the Council to adopt the agenda.
AYES: FINLAY, KANG, LEWIS, TRUONG, GARCIA, MARTIN DEL CAMPO, NOES:
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
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4. SPECIAL ITEMS
A. Mayor's Youth Council Update
Repting and ve one de laying You Coni repo pis dies hom thi last B. Recognition of Duarte Boxing Club Members
Mayor Siah le presented elia boxing lionship boxer Anthony Marquez, Andy Bocanegra, The Council shared a few words of commendation and congratulated the boxers and the coaches for their dedication and commitment to the sport.
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C. Introduction of Los Angeles Sheriff's Department Temple Station Captain Jorge Meza Captain Jorge Meza introduced himself and shared that he was honored to be Captain of Temple Station; he shared some of his past experiences and background in law enforcement; he expressed excitement to be serving the City of Duarte.
D. Foothill Unity Center Annual Report
Tashera Taylor, CEO of Foothill Unity Center, gave an annual report on the work that the organization has accomplished; discussed the role of Foothill Unity in the community; reported on the social services and programs offered by the organization.
Ulises Gutierrez, from Foothill Unity Center Board of Directors, shared success stories and invited the community to the 2023 Golden Plate Awards to celebrate honorees and former Duarte Mayor Lois Gaston for all the work they have done.
- John Fasana shared a few words on the work accomplished by Foothill Unity and their impact on the community.
5. ANNOUNCEMENTS OF UPCOMING COMMUNITY EVENTS
Joanna Gee, from Duarte Library, announced upcoming library events.
Deputy City Clerk Soo announced upcoming city events.
6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Suzie Powell Rutherford, from ACS, invited the community to participate in the upcoming Relay for Life event at the Santa Anita Park in September.
City Manager Villalobos introduced Andres Rangel as the new Assistant to the City Manager.
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 - July 25, 2023 Regular Meeting (CC/HA/FA) D. Approval of Warrants - August 8, 2023 and August 22, 2023 (CC/HA/FA) E. Receive and file the Monthly Financial Report.
F. Receive and file the Public Safety Department Update.
G. Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 919 to Amend the Duarte Municipal Code Chapter 2.08 Regarding Holidays.
Moved by Councilmember Finlay, seconded by Councilmember Martin Del Campo, and carried by the following vote of the Council to approve Items 7A-7G of the Consent Calendar.
AYES: FINLAY, KANG, LEWIS, TRUONG, GARCIA, MARTIN DEL CAMPO, SCHULZ
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
A. Consideration of Award of Contract to Mariposa Landscapes and Approve a Budget Amendment to the FY 23-24 Budget
Community Development Director Hensley provided background on the current contractor the sity capes handsc in meir prapos, and es here dead in the st andes as chard real. f the proposed contract
Moved by Councilmember Finlay, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried by the following vote of the Council to 1) authorize the City Manager to execute and agreement for maintenance services with Mariposa Landscapes with an annual cost of $585,628; and 2) approve a budget amendment of $66,000 in account numbers 2410-7915 and 2410-7917.
AYES: FINLAY, KANG, LEWIS, TRUONG, GARCIA, MARTIN DEL CAMPO, SCHULZ
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
B. Consideration of a Professional Services Agreement with MIG, Inc. for the Preparation of an Amendment to the Westminster Gardens Specific Plan to Accommodate Expansion and an Environmental Impact Report for the Project and Approval of a Funding Agreement with HumanGood to Pay for Consultant Costs
Councilmember Garcia recused himself from Item 10B pursuant to FPPC Regulation 18707.
Community Development Director Hensley reported on the proposed agreement with MIG, Inc and the funding agreement for HumanGood to pay for consultant costs.
In response to questions posed by Council, Director Hensley reported on the affordability of the proposed units and shared that some units will accommodate assisted living and memory care.
Moved by Councilmember Kang, seconded by Councilmember Finlay, and carried by the following vote of the Council to 1) authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with MIG, Inc. for the preparation of a new Westminster Gardens Specific Plan an invironmental Impact Report for $404,480; and 2) sign a funding agreement with HumanGood AYES: FINLAY, KANG, LEWIS, TRUONG, MARTIN DEL CAMPO, SCHULZ NOES: NONE
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ABSTAIN: GARCIA
ABSENT: NONE
C. Discussion and Appointment of City Council Community Center Renovation Ad Hoc Committee
Parks and Recreation Director Enriquez provided a staff report on the appointment of a committee to advise in the process of renovating the Community Center; reported that plans for the redesigned facility include concepts of a permanent dais and council chambers. 8/22/2023 - PAGE 3
Moved by Councilmember Finlay, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried by the all point of her me to tabita Come ly Cy an onion At a ni on the committee
AYES: FINLAY, KANG, LEWIS, TRUONG, GARCIA, MARTIN DEL CAMPO, SCHULZ
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
11. CONTINUATION OF ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
None.
12. ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCIL/HOUSING AUTHORITY/ FINANCING - AUTHORITY MEMBERS AND CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR Mayor Schulz asked Councilmembers, Staff, and all meeting attendees to state one thing they were grateful for.
Parks and Recreation Director Enriquez reported on the status of the state capital funding for the park restrooms; shared that there has been a change in leadership with the State's office, but funds are still secured; and reported that if the project for park restrooms falls through, the City can utilize funds for a different capital improvement project.
13. ADJOURNMENT
At 8:56 p.m. the City Council adjourned the meeting.
Jody Schulz, Mayor
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