El Centro City Council
January 21, 2025

AGENDA

CITY OF EL CENTRO

CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, JANUARY 21, 2025
City Hall Regular Meeting 4:00 PM
City Hall
Council Chambers
1275 Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243
The public may attend in person. Any member of the public attending in person and wishing to make a comment is asked to complete a speaker slip and follow the instructions below regarding “Notice to the Public”. Any member of the public is invited to submit public comments in advance of the meeting to be answered at the meeting. Please email your questions to [email protected] or call 760-337-4515 by January 21, 2025.

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Mayor and Council Members may be reached at (760) 336-8989 Mayor:

Interim Mayor Pro-tem:

Council Members:

Tomás Oliva
Sonia Carter
Sylvia Marroquin
Claudia Camarena
Marty Ellett
Interim City Manager: Daniel Paramo
City Attorney: Elizabeth Martyn Evans
City Clerk: Norma Wyles
4:00 PM - CLOSED SESSION - CONFERENCE ROOM "A":

CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT:

Any member of the public wishing to address the City Council on any matter appearing in Closed Session may do so at this time. Unless then Mayor extends the time limit, remarks shall be limited to three (3) minutes. Additional opportunities for Public Comments will be given during and at the end of the meeting.

CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION:

CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNS INTO CLOSED SESSION
Closed Session Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54957 - Public Employment - Non-Interim City Manager
Closed Session Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54956.8 - Closed Session with Negotiator Regarding Real Property Transactions.

Property Address: 1415 Ross Avenue and related properties Negotiating with: IVHD and UCSD representatives
Under negotiation: Terms and Conditions
Closed session pursuant to Govt. Code section 54956.9(b)(2)-potential litigation against the City.

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC
This is a public meeting. If there is an item on the agenda on which you wish to be heard, you are asked to complete a blue speaker slip and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. Persons wishing to address the Council are not required to identify themselves (Gov’t Code § 54953.3); however, this information assists the Mayor by ensuring that all persons wishing to address the Council are recognized and also assists the City Clerk in preparing the City Council meeting minutes.

When the item is announced and your name is called by the Mayor, please step to the podium and state your name for the record. Unless the Mayor extends the time, there is a three (3) minute time limit for each public presentation. If you wish to address the Council concerning any other matter not appearing on the agenda, you may do so during the public comment portion of the agenda. However, you may not show a visual presentation without review of that material. If you do so, you will be considered out of order. * Any information provided on the “Speaker Slip” is voluntary and will be public record.

ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND MAY VARY:

CALL TO ORDER:

ROLL CALL BY CITY CLERK:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

INVOCATION:

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION:
6:10-6:15 PM - (TIME MAY VARY) PUBLIC COMMENTS:

The City Council welcomes your input. At this time, members of the public may address the City Council on any matter not listed on the posted agenda. Pursuant to the Brown Act, no action will be taken on any issue brought forth under Public Comments. We ask that you please complete a “Speaker Slip” and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. Although you are not required to identify yourself (Gov’t Code §54953.3); this information on the “Speaker Slip” assists the Mayor that all persons wishing to address the Council are recognized and also assists the City Clerk in preparing the City Council meeting minutes. Unless the Mayor extends the time, there is a three (3) minute time limit for each public presentation. * Any information provided on the “Speaker Slip” is voluntary and will be public record.

6:15-6:20 PM - CONSENT AGENDA (ITEMS 1-7):

1. Warrant Registers for the Month of December 2024

2. Approve Payroll Registers for the Month of December 2024.

3. Treasurer's Report for the month of December 2024 approval.

4. Approval of City Council Minutes of December 3, 2024, December 9, 2024, December 12, 2024, December 13, 2024, December 17, 2024, December 20, 2024 and January 7, 2025.

5. Adopt Resolution. 24- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE EL

CENTRO POLICE DEPARTMENT TO ACCEPT THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT

OF JUSTICE, EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $10,123.

6. Award of Task Order to Nicklaus Engineering, Inc. for Engineering Services related to the TAG Grant Alleyway Improvement Project.

7. PD Project - Balfour Beatty Construction, LLC Contract Amendment No.1. 6:20-7:00 PM - NEW BUSINESS:

8. Appointment for Interim City Manager.

Presentation: Dulce Bedolla, Human Resource Director
Recommendation:

Adopt Resolution No. 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

EL CENTRO ESTABLISHING THE COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYMENT TERMS FOR DANIEL PARAMO TO FILL THE POSITION OF INTERIM CITY MANAGER.

9. Approval of Change Order 3 to Rove Engineering related to the Southern Pump Station Project
Presentation: Abraham Campos, Public Works Director/City Engineer Recommendation:

Authorize budget as requested and authorize Change Order No. 3 to Rove Engineering as presented.

10. Approval of resolutions to update the designated individual authorized to execute the following for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program: the program applications, the PLHA Standard Agreement, any subsequent amendments or modifications to the agreement, and any other related documents.

Presentation: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director Recommendation:

Adopt Resolution No. 25- , CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA - AUTHORIZING

RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA -

AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION AND AMENDING THE PLHA PLAN FOR THE

PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION PROGRAM

11. Approval of resolutions to update the designated individual authorized to execute the following for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program: the program applications, the PLHA Standard Agreement, any subsequent amendments or modifications to the agreement, and any other related documents.

Presentation: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director Recommendation:

Adopt Resolution No. 25- , CITY OF EL CENTRO COLONIAS, CALIFORNIA

AUTHORIZING RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

COLONIAS, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION AND AMENDING THE PLHA PLAN FOR THE PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION PROGRAM.

12. Appointment of a Delegate and Alternate representatives for SCAG (Southern California Association of Governments).

Presentation: Tomás Oliva, Mayor
Recommendation:

Mayors Recommendation: Appointment of two Council Members to SCAG (Southern California Association of Governments).

13. Authorize the Mayor to write a letter to IID requesting a presentation (or town hall meetings) regarding proposed rate increases.

Presentation: Tomás Oliva, Mayor
Recommendation:

Request for Council to authorize the Mayor to write a letter to IID requesting a presentation (or town hall meetings) regarding proposed rate increases, with a full explanation of the increases and the need.

14. Resolution to Officially Change Closed Session City Council Meeting Time.

Presentation: Tomás Oliva, Mayor
Recommendation:

Adoption of Resolution No. 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA REVISING THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL.
7:00 - 7:10 PM - DEPARTMENT PRESENTATION:

15. Sidewalk trip hazard reduction efforts presentation.

LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
7:10-7:40 PM - TASK FORCE REPORTS AND MAYOR - COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS:
7:40-7:50 PM - CITY MANAGER REPORT:

ADJOURNMENT:

Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet will be available for public inspection at the Office of the City Clerk, 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California 92243, Monday-Friday during normal business hours.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, you should contact the office of the City Clerk at (760)337-4515.

Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangement to assure accessibility to this meeting.

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-11)
Item: 1.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Finance
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Esmeralda Nunez,
Accounting Assistant
Department Head: Elizabeth Fuchen
DOC ID: 2025-11
Warrant Registers for the Month of December 2024
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Approve
FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

ATTACHMENTS:

1. December 2024

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-10)
Item: 2.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Finance
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Cristhian Zambrano,
Payroll Specialist
Department Head: Elizabeth Fuchen
DOC ID: 2025-10
Approve Payroll Registers for the Month of December 2024.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Payroll Registers for the Month of December 2024.

FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

ATTACHMENTS:

1. PAYROLL REGISTERS DECEMBER 2024

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-7)
Item: 3.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Finance
Category: Informational Items
Prepared by: Nora Salas, Accountant
Department Head:

DOC ID: 2025-7
Treasurer's Report for the month of December 2024 approval.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

ATTACHMENTS:

1. TREASURER'S REPORT DECEMBER 2024

CITY OF EL CENTRO

TREASURER'S REPORT

SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
DECEMBER 2024
Maturity
Date
Rate
(Pent) YTM
Market
Par Cost Value

GENERAL ACCOUNT
U.S. Savings and CD's
First Finl BK 32021SKR6
Goldman Sachs 38150VST7
Valley Natl BK 919853LE9
02/14/25 $
01/16/25 $
01/16/25 $
235,000 4.850
240,000 5.100
240,000 5.150

4.850 $

5.100 $

5.150 $
235,000 $
240,000 $
240,000 $
235,106
240,070
240,074
715,000 715,000 715,250
U.S. Corporate Obligations
Metro Cr Un Chelsea Mass 59161YBH8
Bank of China New York City 06428FZ26
Subtotal
03/11/25 $
03/17/25 $
245,000 5.650
235,000 5.150

5.640 $

5.140 $
245,000 $
235,000 $
245,610
235,334
480,000 480,000 480,944
U.S. Government Obligations
Federal Home Loan Bks 3130AR3B5
Federal Home Loan Bks 3130AMGV8
Federal Home Loan Bks 3130AM2B7
Federal Home Loan Bks 3130AMQU9
Federal Home Loan Bks 3130AM2F8
Subtotal
02/25/25 $
02/26/25 $
04/29/25 $
06/16/25 $
04/29/26 $
750,000 1.750
750,000 0.625
750,000 0.625
750,000 0.625
750,000 1.125

1.750 $

0.630 $

0.630 $

0.630 $

1.170 $
750,000 $
750,000 $
750,000 $
750,000 $
750,000 $
749,265
745,695
743,055
740,243
719.453 1
3,750,000 3,750,000 3,697,710
Other Investments
Cash Equiv.

Local Agency Investment Fund
Subtotal
5,965,561 0.010
66,548,339 4.477

0.010

4.477
$ 5,965,561
66,548,339
$ 5,965,561
$ $ 66,548,339
72,513,899 72,513,899 72,513,899
Subtotal 77,458,899 77,458,899 77,407,803
Bonds
Series B - 2007 Redevelopment $
2021 Series A - Library Bond Project
2023 Series A - Police Station Project
1,928,569 0.010
6,660,722 0.010

38.387.287 0.010

0.010 $ 1,928,569
6,660,722
38,387,287
$ 1,928,569
6,660,722
38,387,287
46,976,577
$ 0.010 $ $
$ 0.010 $ 2 2
46,976,577 46,976,577
Total 124,435,476 124.435.476 £ 2 124384,380

CITY OF EL CENTRO

TREASURER'S REPORT

SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
DECEMBER 2024
Prior Fiscal
Year YTD
Same Period
This
Month
Fiscal
YTD
Interest Received
10,538 $ 233,807 $
1,548,338
354,513
1,114,307
Other Investments
LAIF
Total 10,538 1,782,145 $ 1,468,820
Balance
11/30/24
Balance
Change 12/31/24
Monthly Activity
General Accounts
U.S. Savings and CD's
U.S. Corporate Obligations
U.S. Government Obligations
Cash Equiv. & Other Investments
LAIF
715,000
480,000
4,500,000
7,460,662
66,548,339
715,000
480,000
3,750,000
5,965,561
66,548,339
(750,000)
(1,495,102)
79,704,001 (2,245,102) $ 77,458,899
Trustee Accounts
Series B - 2007 Redevelopment
Library 2021 Bond Project
El Centro Police 2023 Bond Project
1,928,561
6,660,694
38,256.214
46,845,469
8 $ 1,928,569
6,660,722

38.387.287
46,976,577

27.38 131,073
131,108 S
Total $ 126,549,469 $ 124,435,476
I hereby certify that this report reflects the pooled investments of the City of El Centro and is in conformity with the Investment Policy of the City as adopted by the City Council on February 21,2001.

A copy of this Policy is available at the Office of the City Clerk. In the opinion of the undersigned, the City’s expenditure requirements for the following six months, can be met from projected revenues and maturities of Investments listed herein.

Elizabeth Fuchen
Interim Finance Director

Cit>'of El Centro
Treasurer's Report
Summary of Investments
as of 12/31/2024
Investment Unrealized
gain/loss Net increase
decrease
Market Value
end of Period
percent
of total
income
Cost/Par to-date (*)(**)
1 U.S. Savings and CD's 715,000 250 $ 715,250 1%
1 U.S Corporate Obligation? _$ 480,000 944 $ 480,944 1% 3 U.S. Government Obligati $ 3,750,000 (52,290) $ 3,697,710 5% 4 Cash Equiv. & Other Inve; $ 5,965,561 $ 5,965,561 8%

5. LAIF $ 66,548,339 $ 66,548,339 86%
Total $ 77,458,899 (51,097) $ 77,407,803 100%
(*) Investments 1 through 5
Investments are held to maturity redemption is at cost rendering no loss.

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-9)
Item: 4.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
Department Head: Norma Wyles
DOC ID: 2025-9
Approval of City Council Minutes of December 3, 2024, December 9, 2024, December 12, 2024, December 13, 2024, December 17, 2024, December 20, 2024 and January 7, 2025.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Approval of City Council minutes of December 3, 2024, December 9, 2024, December 12, 2024, December 13, 2024, December 17, 2024, December 20, 2024, and January 7, 2025.

FISCAL IMPACT:

N/A
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

N/A
BACKGROUND:

N/A
DISCUSSION:

N/A
CONCLUSION:

Adoption of City Council meeting minutes.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. 12-03-2024 Regular CC Minutes

2. 12-09-2024 Special Meeting CC Minutes

3. 12-12-2024 Special Meeting CC Minutes

4. 12-13-2024 Special Meeting CC Minutes

5. 12-17-2024 Regular CC Minutes

6. 12-20-2024 Special Meeting CC Minutes

7. 01-0-2025 Cancelled CC Minutes

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REGULAR MEETING

EL CENTRO CITY COUNCIL

CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1275 MAIN STREET, EL CENTRO, CA
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2024, 4:00 P.M.

The El Centro City Council met in a regular session on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:04 p.m. in Conference Room A, El Centro City Hall, 1275 W. Main Street, El Centro, California for the purpose of closed session.

PRESENT: Council: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva (Zoom), Marroquin, Carter City Clerk Wyles, City Manager Cesena, City Attorney Martyn Evans ABSENT: Council: Garcia

CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT
None

CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION
Moved by Cardenas-Singh, second by Carter, to adjourn into closed session for:

Closed Session with Real Property Negotiators – pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54956.8 Property: El Centro Regional Medical Center and Associated Properties Negotiator: Eric Newsom and Megan Rooney, Sheppard Mullin Under Negotiations: Price and Terms
Closed Session Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54957
Public Employment
Interim City Manager
Motion carried.

Closed Session concluded at 5:50 p.m.

City Council Reconvened at 6:00 p.m. for Open Session.

OPEN SESSION
The El Centro City Council met in a regular session on Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 6:01 p.m. in Council Chambers, El Centro City Hall, 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California.

PRESENT: Council: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva, Marroquin, Garcia, Carter City Clerk Wyles, City Manager Ceseña, City Attorney Martyn Evans Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America was led by Council Member Garcia and Invocation was given by Council Member Carter.

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CITY ATTORNEY REORT ON CLOSED SESSION:

None
PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Public comments were received by Jessica Smith, Todd Evangelist and Gary Redfern.

CONSENT AGENDA (ITEMS 1-7):

Moved by Cardenas-Singh, second by Marroquin, approving consent items (# 1-7).

1. Adoption of Resolution No. 24-86, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO AMENDING THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE

PURCHASE OF A DUMP TRUCK FOR COLLECTIONS/DISTRIBUTION DIVISION BASED UPON INFORMAL BIDS.

2. 2ND Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 24-05, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, AMENDING CHAPTER 4, “AMUSEMENTS”, ARTICLE III “POOLROOMS, BOWLING ALLEYS AND CARD, ETC., ROOMS”, waive reading and adopt by title only.

3. 2ND Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 24-06, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, AMENDING CITY CODE SECTION 29-61 OF DIVISION 3, ARTICLE II OF CHAPTER 29 RELATING TO CARDROOMS, waive reading and adopt by title only.

4. Adoption of Resolution No. 24-87, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, SUPPLEMENTING AND REVISING RESOLUTION NO 22-69, BETWEEN THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AND THE GENERAL EMPLOYEES’ UNIT TO PROVIDE FOR A ONE-TIME 3% PAYMENT AND EXTENSION OF THE TERM OF THEIR MOU’S FOR AN ADDITIONAL

SIX-MONTH PERIOD IN ORDER FOR THE CITY TO COMPLETE A TOTAL COMPENSATION STUDY.

5. Adoption of Resolution No. 24-88, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, SUPPLEMENTING AND REVISING RESOLUTION NO. 22-70, BETWEEN THE CITY

OF EL CENTRO AND THE SUPERVISORY, PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL EMPLOYEES ASSOCIATION TO PROVIDE FOR A ONE-TIME 3% PAYMENT AND EXTENSION OF THE TERM OF THEIR MOU’S FOR AN ADDITIONAL SIX-MONTH PERIOD IN ORDER TO THE CITY TO COMPLETE A TOTAL COMPENSATION STUDY.

6. Adoption of Resolution No. 24-89, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, SUPPLEMENTING AND REVISING RESOLUTION NO. 22-71 BETWEEN THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AND THE EL CENTRO FIREFIGHTERS’ ASSOCIATION EMPLOYEES TO PROVIDE FOR A ONE-TIME 3% PAYMENT AND EXTENSION OF THE TERM OF THEIR MOU’S FOR AN ADDITIONAL SIX-MONTH PERIOD IN ORDER TO THE CITY TO COMPLETE A COMPENSATION STUDY.

7. Adoption of Resolution No. 24-90, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO, SUPPLEMENTING AND REVISING PRIOR RESOLUTIONS FOR ALL UNREPRESENTED EMPLOYEES TO PROVIDE FOR A ONE-TIME 3% PAYMENT AND EXTENSION OF THEIR MOU’S FOR AN ADDITIONAL SIX-MONTH PERIOD.

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AYES: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva, Marroquin, Garcia, Carter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
PUBLIC HEARING:

8. This was the date and time set for a public hearing to considering an amendment to Chapter 4 of the City Code regarding Cardrooms. Presentation by Angel Hernandez, Community Development Director.

Mayor Marroquin declared the public hearings opened and asked if anyone wished to speak in favor or opposition to come forward. A comment was received by Jay Carson. Mayor Marroquin closed the public hearing after no other comments were received and brought back to Council. Interim Mayor Pro-Tem Cardenas-Singh commented that the Public Safety Committed had reviewed this amendment to Chapter 4 of the City Code.

Moved by Carter, second by Oliva, adoption of Resolution No. 24-91, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING, UPDATING AND CONFIRMING CERTAIN CARDROOM FEES.

AYES: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva, Marroquin, Garcia, Carter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
NEW BUSINESS:

9. Presentation by Andy Heath, Finance Consultant, Annual Fiscal Year 2025 Final Budget.

Moved by Cardenas-Singh, second by Oliva, adoption of Resolution No. 24-92, RESOLUTION OF

THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A FINAL ANNUAL BUDGET FOR FUNDS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25.

AYES: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva, Marroquin, Garcia, Carter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

10. Presentation by Abraham Campos, Public Works Director/City Engineer, discussion and any necessary action regarding the Award of the 2023 ATP Cycle 5 Improvements Project.

Moved by Cardenas-Singh, second by Marroquin, adoption of Resolution No. 24-93, RESOLUTION

OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AWARDING THE BID AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR THE 2023 ATP CYCLE 5 IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.

AYES: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva, Marroquin, Garcia, Carter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

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11. Presentation by Adriana Nava, Community Services Director, Award of Bid – Landscaping & Lighting Maintenance District (LLMD) Contract for General Landscaping Services.

Moved by Carter, second by Marroquin, adoption of Resolution No. 24-94, RESOLUTION OF THE

CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AWARDING THE BID AND AUTHORIZING

THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR GENERAL LANDSCAPING SERVICES, TREE

REMOVAL AND EMERGENCY LANDSCAPING SERVICES AT LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS.

AYES: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva, Marroquin, Garcia, Carter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

12. Presentation by Adriana Nava, Community Services Director, Award of Bid – Large City Parks and Retention Basins Contract for General Landscaping Services.

Moved by Oliva, second by Carter, Adoption of Resolution No. 24-95, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AWARDING THE BID AND AUTHORIZING THE

EXECUTION OF CONTRACT FOR GENERAL LANDSCAPING SERVICES AT LARGE CITY PARKS AND RETENTION BASINS.

AYES: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva, Marroquin, Garcia, Carter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

13. Presentation by Adriana Nava, Community Services Director, Execution of a Contract for Routine Janitorial Maintenance for Parks ad other Public Areas.

Moved by Cardenas-Singh, second by Oliva, adoption of Resolution No. 24-96, RESOLUTION OF

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AWARDING THE BID AND

AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR ROUTINE JANITORIAL MAINTENANCE FOR PARKS AND OTHER PUBLIC AREAS.

AYES: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva, Marroquin, Garcia, Carter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

14. Presentation by Adriana Nava, Community Services Director, Award of Bid – Small Parks and Various City Facilities Contract for General Landscaping Services.

Moved by Carter, second by Oliva, adoption of Resolution No. 24-97, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AWARDING THE BID AND AUTHORIZING THE

EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR GENERAL LANDSCAPING SERVICES, TREE REMOVAL AND EMERGENCY LANDSCAPING SERVICES AT VARIOUS PARKS AND FACILITIES.

AYES: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva, Marroquin, Garcia, Carter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

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15. Presentation by Angel Hernandez, Community Development Director, discussion and any necessary action regarding a Master Tax Share and Fiscal Impact Agreement between the County of Imperial and the City of El Centro.

Motion by Marroquin, second by Cardenas-Singh, adoption of Resolution No. 24-98, RESOLUTION

OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING A MASTER TAX AND

FISCAL IMPACT AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF IMPERIAL FOR THE EXCHANGE OF PROPERTY TAX REVENUES UPON ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY TO THE CITY.

AYES: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva, Marroquin, Garcia, Carter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

16. Presentation by Joseph Bernal, Fire Chief, agreement between the City of El Centro and the American Red Cross for use of City facilities.

Moved by Oliva, second by Marroquin, adoption of Resolution No. 24-99, RESOLUTION OF THE

CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING AN UPDATED AGREEMENT

WITH THE AMERICAN RED CROSS FOR TEMPORARY USE OF CITY FACILITIES TO PROVIDE SERVICES DURING A DISASTER.

AYES: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva, Marroquin, Garcia, Carter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

17. Motion by Marroquin, second by Carter, adoption of Resolution No. 24-100, RESOLUTION OF THE

CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO FIRE DEPARTMENT TO PURCHASE ONE STOCK ROSENBAUER 109’ VIPER AERIAL APPARATUS.

AYES: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva, Marroquin, Garcia, Carter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

DEPARTMENT PRESENATION

18. Presentation of Automatic Aid Pilot Program Agreement. Presentation Only.

LEGISLATIVE
None

INFORMATION ITEM

19. Received Old City Library Electrical Emergency Repairs report.

TASK FORCE AND MAYOR & COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS
Mayor and Council Members reported on their activities since last City Council meeting and upcoming events.

CITY MANAGER REPORT
No report for this meeting.

ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m. __________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED BY:
________________________________
Sylvia Marroquin, Mayor

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SPECIAL MEETING

EL CENTRO CITY COUNCIL

CONFERENCE ROOM A
1275 MAIN STREET, EL CENTRO, CA
MONDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2024, 12:00 P.M.

The El Centro City Council met in special meeting session on Monday, December 9, 2024 at 12:02 p.m. in Conference Room A, 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California.

PRESENT: Council: Cardenas-Singh, Marroquin, Carter
City Clerk Wyles, City Manager Ceseña, City Attorney Martyn Evans ABSENT: Council: Oliva (arrived at 12:05 pm), Garcia
MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION:

Moved by Cardenas-Singh, second by Oliva to go into closed session at 12:06 p.m.

CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT:

No comments were received.

CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT – CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT.

CODE 54957(B):

Interim City Manager
Conference with Labor Negotiators
Negotiating with: Interim City Manager
Regarding monetary and related compensation.

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable action.

ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before City Council, the meeting adjourned 2:30 p.m. ____________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED BY:
_________________________
Sylvia Marroquin, Mayor

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SPECIAL MEETING

EL CENTRO CITY COUNCIL

CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1275 MAIN STREET, EL CENTRO, CA
DECEMBER 12, 2024 5:00 P.M.

The El Centro City Council met in special session on Thursday, December 12, 2024 at 5 p.m. in Council Chambers, El Centro City Hall, 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California for the purpose of certification of November 5, 2024 General Municipal Election, Administering of Oaths of Office to newly elected Council Members and Reorganization of the City Council.

PRESENT: Council: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva, Marroquin, Garcia, Carter City Clerk Wyles, City Manager Ceseña, City Attorney Martyn ABSENT: None
Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America was led by Council Member Garcia Invocation was given by Pastor Joe Conner, New Bethel Baptist Church of Brawley.

PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comments were received.

RECOGNITION OF OUTGOING MAYOR SYLVIA MARROQUIN

1. Presentation of Mayor’s Plaque by Mayor Pro-Tem Martha Cardenas-Singh to outgoing Mayor Sylvia Marroquin recognizing her services as Mayor for 2023-2024.

2. Presentation of Album of Events by Interim City Manager Cedric Ceseña, to outgoing Mayor Sylvia Marroquin for her year of service as Mayor.

3. Presentations to outgoing Mayor Marroquin:
- Imperial Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce, President Sher Cowie. - Office of Senator Steve Padilla District Representative Guillermo Hernandez. - Office of Congressman Ruiz, MD, Field Representative Sara Solorzano.

4. Comments to outgoing Mayor Marroquin.

RECOGNITION OF OUTGOING COUNCIL MEMBERS:

5. Presentations to outgoing Interim Mayor Pro-Tem Cardenas-Singh:
- Imperial Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce, President Sher Cowie. - Mana of Imperial Valley, President Ida Obeso-Smith and Vice President Lupita Castro. - Office of Senator Steve Padilla, District Representative Guillermo Hernandez. - Office of Congressman Raul Ruiz, MD, Field Representative Sara Solorzano. - Imperial County Transportation Commission, Executive Director David Aguirre. - ARC of Imperial Valley, Arturo Santos, Executive Director and Alicia Rahiotis, Chief Financial Officer.
- Soroptimist International of El Centro, Ivonne Sotomayor, Co-President and Jessie Villanueva, CoPresident.

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6. Presentations to outgoing Council Member Garcia:
- Imperial Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce, President Sher Cowie. - Office of Senator Steve Padilla, District Representative Guillermo Hernandez. - Office of Congressman Raul Ruiz, MD, Field Representative Sara Solorzano.

NEW BUSINESS

7. Moved by Cardenas-Singh, second by Carter, adopting Resolution No. 24-101, RESOLUTION OF

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICAL ELECTION HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024, DECLARING THE

RESULT AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS PROVIDED BY LAW
AYES: Cardenas-Singh, Oliva, Marroquin, Garcia, Carter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
Total Registered Voters: 23,505
Total of Votes Cast: 14,101
Total Percentage Turnout: 59.99%
Candidates for City Council Total Received Percentages
Sylvia Marroquin *Elected 4,458 16.48%
Claudia M. Camarena *Elected 4,453 16.46%
John “Marty” Ellett * Elected 4,060 15.01%
Luis Minor 3,567 13.19%
Edgard Garcia 3,217 11.89%
Jason Jackson 3,085 11.40%
Bill Caldwell 2,909 10.75%
Antowain Rackley 1,304 4.82%

ADMINISTER OATHS OF OFFICE BY CITY CLERK

6. City Clerk Norma Wyles, Administered the Oaths of Office to re-elected City Council Member Sylvia Marroquin, newly elected Claudia M. Camarena, newly elected John “Marty” Ellett and each were presented with their Certificates of Election.

RECESS
Recess was called at 6:01 p.m. to 6:06 p.m. for signing of their oaths and taking of their seats at the dais.

RECONVENED

7. City Council reconvened with all members seated at the dais. At this time the floor was extended to Council Member Carter for comments, followed by welcoming comments by Council Members.

REORGANIZATION OF CITY COUNCIL – SELECTION OF MAYOR AND MAYOR PRO-TEM Reorganization of the City Council, was turned over to City Clerk Wyles who called for Nomination(s) for Mayor for the ensuing year.

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10. Moved by Marroquin, second by Carter, for the nomination of Tomás Oliva for Mayor, and with no other nominations being made, nominations were closed and called for the question.

AYES: Ellett, Oliva, Marroquin, Carter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: Camarena
City Clerk Wyles turned the meeting over to the newly selected Mayor Oliva for the selection of Mayor ProTem.

11. Moved by Oliva, second by Marroquin for the nomination of Sonia Carter for Mayor Pro-Tem, and with no other nominations being made, nominations were closed and called for the question.

AYES: Ellett, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena, Carter
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

12. Closing remarks were made at this time by incoming Mayor Oliva.

ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned at 6:22 p.m. _________________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED BY:
__________________________________
Tomás Oliva, Mayor

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SPECIAL MEETING

EL CENTRO CITY COUNCIL

CONFERENCE ROOM A
1275 MAIN STREET, EL CENTRO, CA
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2024, 8:00 A.M.

The El Centro City Council met in special meeting session on Friday, December 13, 2024 at 8:16 a.m. in Conference Room A, 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California.

PRESENT: Council: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Camarena
City Clerk Wyles, City Manager Ceseña, City Attorney Martyn Evans ABSENT: Council: Marroquin (arrived at 8:17 am)
MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION:

Moved by Carter, second by Camarena to go into closed session at 8:16 a.m.

CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT:

No comments were received.

CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT – CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT.

CODE 54957(B) - Interim City Manager
Conference with Labor Negotiators
Negotiating with: Interim City Manager
Regarding monetary and related compensation.

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable action.

ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before City Council, the meeting adjourned 10:38 a.m. ____________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED BY:
_________________________
Tomas Oliva, Mayor

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REGULAR MEETING

EL CENTRO CITY COUNCIL

CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1275 MAIN STREET, EL CENTRO, CA
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 17, 2024, 11:30 A.M.

The El Centro City Council met in a regular session on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 11:30 a.m. in Conference Room A, El Centro City Hall, 1275 W. Main Street, El Centro, California for the purpose of closed session.

PRESENT: Council: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena City Clerk Wyles, City Manager Cesena, Interim City Manager Paramo, City Attorney Martyn Evans

CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT
None

CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION
Moved by Marroquin, second by Carter, to adjourn into closed session for:

CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS – pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54956.8 El Centro Regional Medical Center, 1415 Ross Ave. and associated properties Agency negotiator: Ad Hoc Committee (Marroquin, Oliva), City Manager and City Attorney and designated consultants.

Under Negotiations: Price and Terms

MOTION TO ADD ITEMS TO CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
Moved by Carter, second by Marroquin to add: ICOE & CBL CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS – pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54956.8 Property: Portion of the Old Library space
Agency negotiator: Abraham Campos, Public Works Director Negotiating Party: ICOE
Under Negotiations: Price and Terms
Motion unanimously carried.

Closed Session concluded at 2:28 p.m.

City Council Reconvened at 5:00 p.m. for Open Session.

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OPEN SESSION
The El Centro City Council met in a regular session on Tuesday, December 17, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. in Council Chambers, El Centro City Hall, 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California.

PRESENT: Council: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena City Clerk Wyles, City Manager Ceseña, Interim City Manager Paramo, City Attorney Martyn Evans
Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America was led by Council Member Ellett and Invocation was given by Council Member Camarena.

CITY ATTORNEY REORT ON CLOSED SESSION:

Announcement of the new Interim City Manager.

PUBLIC COMMENTS:

Peter Rodriguez, Tara Malcomb and Sher Cowie (recognition of City Manager Cesena for his time as a City Manager).

CONSENT AGENDA (ITEMS 1-6):

Moved by Carter, second by Marroquin, approving consent items (# 1-6).

1. Approval of Warrant Registers for the month of November 2024.

2. Approval of Payroll Registers for the month of November 2024.

3. Approval of Treasurer’s Report for the month of November 2024.

4. Approval of City Council Minutes of November 19, 2024 and November 25, 2024.

5. Adoption of Resolution No. 24-102, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

EL CENTRO APPROVING VENDOR AGREEMENT WITH PARKSON CORPORATION FOR PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FOR WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT.

6. Adoption of Resolution No. 24-103, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

EL CENTRO APPROVING AN AUTOMATIC AID AGREEMENT FOR FIRE PROTECTION AND RESCUE SERVICES.

AYES: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

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NEW BUSINESS:

7. Presentation by Angel Hernandez, Community Development Director, discussion and any necessary action regarding Service Area Plan Update.

Council Member Marroquin had a regarding identifying the location of a future school site. Mr.

Hernandez stated that the school district already has a location for the school.

Moved by Marroquin, second by Carter, adoption of Resolution No. 24-104, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE 2024 SERVICE AREA PLAN

PREPARED FOR IMPERIAL COUNTY LOCAL AGENCY FORMATION COMMISSION (LAFCO).

AYES: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

8. Presentation by Joseph Bernal, Fire Chief, approval of the MOU between the El Centro Fire Department and Imperial County Public Health for ARPA-Funded Emergency Medical Reporting System Upgrades.

Motion by Marroquin, second by Oliva, adoption of Resolution No. 24-105, RESOLUTION OF THE

CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF

UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF EL CENTRO FIRE DEPARTMENT AND THE COUNTY OF IMPERIAL DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEALTH.

AYES: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

9. Presentation by Abraham Campos, Public Works Director/City Engineer, award 2024 CDBG Sidewalk and ADA Curb Ramp Improvement Project.

Council members had several questions, which Mr. Campos answered.

Moved by Marroquin, second by Carter, adoption of Resolution No. 24-106, RESOLUTION OF THE

CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AWARDING THE BID AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR THE 2024 CDBG SIDEWALK AND ADA CURB RAMP IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT.

AYES: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

10. Moved by Carter, second by Marroquin, approval of Mayor Appointments for the City Council Committee Appointments:

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COMMITTEE PRIMARY/ ALTERNATE
SCAG (Southern California Association of Governments) (League Appt) N/A LAFCO (League Appt.) TBD
AAA (Area Agency on Aging)- (League Appt.) N/A
ICTC (Imperial County Transportation Commission)
LTA (Local Transportation Authority)
SAFE (Service Authority for Freeway Emergencies)
IVRMA (Imperial Valley Resource Management Agency)
Oliva/Carter
CJPIA (California Joint Powers Insurance Authority) Marroquin/Ellett ECRMC Board of Trustees All Council Members
Air Pollution Control Advisory Board Marroquin/Camarena Airport Advisory Committee Camarena/Ellett
Imperial County Film Commission Carter/Camarena
Imperial Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce
(MPT-Rep/Mayor-Alt)
Carter/Oliva
United Way-Emergency Food Shelter Program Ellett/Carter Mexican Liaison Oliva/Marroquin
Citizen Advisory Committee
(Centinela State Prison)
Ellett/Oliva
IID 2 on 2
(Imperial Irrigation District)
Oliva/Carter

AD HOC, COMMITTEES AND TASK FORCES CURRENT
Community Enhancement Task Force Carter/Marroquin
Friends of Community Service Foundation Board Marroquin/Camarena Task Force to End Homelessness Carter/Marroquin
COVID-19 Pandemic Response & Economic Recovery
Task Force
Oliva/Ellett
Cannabis Task Force Oliva/Ellett
Federal & State Funding Opportunities Task Force Oliva/Camarena Public Safety Task Force Carter/Camarena
Legislative Standing Committee Oliva/Carter
Finance Committee Oliva/Marroquin
MEASURE P WORKING GROUPS: CURRENT
IT & ADA Related Projects Camarena/Ellett
Parks & Recreation Project Carter/Ellett
Operational Projects Marroquin
Downtown Ad Hoc Committee Carter/Camarena

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Review Council Compensation Marroquin/Camarena
EVALUATION PANELS: CURRENT
City Attorney Oliva/Marroquin
City Clerk Oliva/Camarena
City Manager Carter/Ellett

CALIFORNIA LEAGUE OF CITIES APPOINTMENTS CURRENT
Environmental Quality Policy Committee – Vice Chair Oliva Transportation, Communications & Public Works Policy Committee Carter AYES: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None

11. Motion by Marroquin, second by Carter, approving the cancellation of January 7, 2025 City Council meeting.

AYES: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED:None

LEGISLATIVE
None

INFORMATION ITEM

12. Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License, Abigail Sanchez-Castillo, Alebrije, 460 Broadway Ave., El Centro, CA 92243.

TASK FORCE AND MAYOR & COUNCIL MEMBERS REPORTS
Mayor and Council Members reported on their activities since last City Council meeting and upcoming events.

Council Member Ellett left the meeting at 5:54 p.m.

CITY MANAGER REPORT
No report for this meeting.

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ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:05 p.m. __________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED BY:
________________________________
Tomás Oliva, Mayor

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SPECIAL MEETING

EL CENTRO CITY COUNCIL

CONFERENCE ROOM A
1275 MAIN STREET, EL CENTRO, CA
FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2024, 3:30 P.M.

The El Centro City Council met in special meeting session on Friday, December 20, 2024 at 3:32 p.m. in Conference Room A, 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California.

PRESENT: Council: Ellett, Carter, Oliva (via Zoom), Marroquin, Camarena City Clerk Wyles, City Manager Ceseña (via Zoom), Interim City Manager Paramo, City Attorney Martyn Evans (via Zoom)
MOTION TO GO INTO CLOSED SESSION:

Moved by Carter, second by Marroquin to go into closed session at 3:32 p.m.

CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT:

No comments were received.

CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION
Closed Session Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54956.8
Closed Session with Negotiator Regarding Real Property Transactions Property Address: 1415 Ross Avenue and related properties Negotiating with: IVHD and UCSD Representatives
Under Negotiation: Terms

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable action.

ADJOURNMENT
With no further business to come before City Council, the meeting adjourned 4:25 p.m. ____________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED BY:
_________________________
Tomas Oliva, Mayor

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REGULAR MEETING

EL CENTRO CITY COUNCIL

CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1275 MAIN STREET, EL CENTRO, CA
TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2025 11:30 A.M.

This being a regularly scheduled meeting date of the El Centro City Council, this date of January 7, 2025 at 11:30 a.m. and all Council Members were absent upon unanimous consent therefrom, and the undersigned City Clerk of the City of El Centro declared said meeting cancelled.

Notice was posted as legally required.

Next regular meeting to be held on Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. __________________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED BY:
__________________________
Tomás Oliva, Mayor

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2024-265)
Item: 5.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Police
Category: Resolution
Prepared by: Rene McNish ,
Lieutenant
Department Head: Rene McNish
DOC ID: 2024-265
Adopt Resolution. 24- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE

EL CENTRO POLICE DEPARTMENT TO ACCEPT THE UNITED STATES

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $10,123.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution. 24- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE

EL CENTRO POLICE DEPARTMENT TO ACCEPT THE UNITED STATES

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $10,123.

FISCAL IMPACT:

With the acceptance of the Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant, a corresponding budget reimbursement account of $10,123 will be processed and included as part of the adjusted Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget. No match by the City is required.

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Community Health, Safety & Welfare
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

The Bureau of Justice Assistance has conditionally approved the city’s application for funding under the Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program in the amount of $10,123. Fiscal year 2024 JAG funding will be utilized to purchase a staff scheduling software.

DISCUSSION:

The Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program is the primary source of federal criminal justice funding for local jurisdictions. JAG funds support law enforcement activities including law enforcement equipment and supplies, prevention and, education programs, or prosecution and court programs. On September, 4, 2024, the Bureau of Justice Assistance solicited 2024 JAG with an application deadline of December 6, 2024. JAG grants are non-competitive and the City was allocated $10,123. Staff obtained the Chief of Police's authorization to submit an application for 2024 JAG funds and now seeks the City Council's approval to accept funding to purchase a staff scheduling software.

CONCLUSION:

Adopt Resolution. 24- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING

THE EL CENTRO POLICE DEPARTMENT TO ACCEPT THE UNITED STATES

DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $10,123
ATTACHMENTS:

1. FY24 JAG Program Award Notification

2. FY24 JAG Program Award Allocation List

3. FY24 JAG Program Resolution

1 Rene McNish
From: [email protected]
Sent: Wednesday, December 4, 2024 6:03 PM
To: Robert Sawyer; Robert Sawyer; Rene McNish
Subject: DOJ Justice Grants System - Award Number 15PBJA-24-GG-04777-JAGX Notification CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the El Centro Police Department. Do not click links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content to be safe.

Congratulations! Application GRANT14248627 submitted under the 2024 BJA FY 24 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program - Local Solicitation has been selected for an award. Please log into Justice Grants System (JustGrants) at https://justgrants.usdoj.gov to see award details.

For assistance logging into JustGrants, contact [email protected] or 833-872-5175.

Prior to the Authorized Representative accepting the award, the Entity Administrator needs to assign a Financial Manager (responsible for submitting the Federal Financial Form), a Grant Award Administrator (responsible for submitting Grant Award Modifications, Performance Reports and Closeouts) and an Alternate Grant Award Administrator (responsible for submitting Grant Award Modifications) to the award.

To be eligible for payment, follow the Automated Standard Application for Payments (ASAP) recipient enrollment and login guidance at the JustGrants Website www.justicegrants.usdoj.gov. Please do not reply to this message. You can contact your grant manager Elaine Vanlandingham at 202-598-
7415 and [email protected]
For more information go to www.justicegrants.usdoj.gov
JustGrants is operated under the U.S. Department of Justice

12/2024/cdz/A24-0218/Reso/EdwardByrneAssistanceGrant(JAG) RESOLUTION 25 -

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING

THE EL CENTRO POLICE DEPARTMENT TO ACCEPT THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT

OF JUSTICE, EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $10,123
WHEREAS, the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program is the primary provider of federal criminal justice funding to states and units of local government; and WHEREAS, cities funded by the JAG Program are eligible to receive funding for specific purpose areas such as law enforcement programs, prosecution and court programs, including indigent defense, prevention and education programs, corrections and community corrections programs, drug treatment and enforcement programs, planning, evaluation and technology improvement programs, crime victim and witness programs (other than compensation), and mental health programs and related law enforcement and correction programs, including behavioral programs and crisis intervention teams; and WHEREAS, the JAG Program has awarded $10,123 to the El Centro Police Department for the purpose of purchasing a staff scheduling software program; and WHEREAS, the El Centro Police Department has submitted a grant application and is required to execute a certificate of acceptance; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds it is in the best interests of the City to participate in the JAG program.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED as follows:

1. That the Recitals set out above are true and correct.

2. That the City Council of the City of El Centro authorizes the Interim City Manager or Chief of Police to execute the necessary documents to participate in the Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Program in an amount not to exceed $10,123.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the 21st day of January, 2025.

CITY OF EL CENTRO
By ______________________
Tomas Oliva, Mayor
ATTEST:

By: ____________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

12/2024/cdz/A24-0218/Reso/EdwardByrneAssistanceGrant(JAG) APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Office of the City Attorney
By: ______________________
Elizabeth Martyn, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )

COUNTY OF IMPERIAL )
ss CITY OF EL CENTRO )
I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk of the City of El Centro, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 25- was duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the 21st day of January, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
______________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2024-279)
Item: 6.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Public Works
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Catherine Gutierrez,
P.W. Analyst
Department Head: Abraham Campos
DOC ID: 2024-279
Award of Task Order to Nicklaus Engineering, Inc. for Engineering Services related to the TAG Grant Alleyway Improvement Project.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Approve Task Order No. 2 between the City of El Centro and Nicklaus Engineering Inc. for engineering services related to the TAG Grant Alleyway Project under the Nicklaus Engineering Inc. On-Call agreement.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No impact to the general fund. Project is to be funded through the Targeted Airshed Grant Program awarded to the City of El Centro.

Account to be utilized is 401-3215-710102.

Budget Summary per Fiscal Year:

FY 25: $200,000
FY 26: $144,161.33
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Environmental Sustainability & Infrastructure
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

Nicklaus Engineering Inc. is currently under an On-Call Contract BACKGROUND:

On August 4th, 2020, City Council approved an agreement for on-call engineering services for Nicklaus Engineering, Inc. through Resolution No. 20-70.

Resolution requires that Task Orders over $200,000 be approved by City Council. Further, the agenda report requires that contracts for on-call services be limited to $250,000 per fiscal year per consultant for any combination of task orders approved that fiscal year.

On June 2021, City staff submitted a grant application to the Imperial County Air Pollution Control District for funding to pave selected alleyways within the City of El Centro under the Targeted Airshed Grant Program for reduction of PM 2.5 and PM 10 (dust).

City Council approved a funding agreement from the Imperial County Air Pollution Control District in the amount of $3,485,940 for the paving of alleyways project under the Target Air Shed Grant and authorized the City Manager to sign the funding agreement under Resolution No. 22-95 on the August 16, 2022, council meeting On April 04, 2023, the Imperial County Board of Supervisors approved and thus executed

the funding agreement.

City staff then reached out to Nicklaus Engineering Inc. for a proposal for design services under the existing On-Call Contract for General Civil Engineering Services.

DISCUSSION:

Nicklaus Engineering Inc. provided a proposal for design services to improve 30 alleyway segments within the City of El Centro including pavement and drainage improvements (segments and improvements are more specifically described in exhibit A). Staff has reviewed the proposal and recommends for approval.

The City has received a cost proposal from Nicklaus Engineering, Inc. for $344,161.33.

In reviewing the approved resolution, task orders over $200,000 are required to be approved by Council. Also, the agenda report required that contracts for on-call services be limited to $250,000 per fiscal year per consultant.

The spending limit of $250,000 per fiscal year is satisfied as the expenses will occur over a two-year period as follows:

Fee Breakdown per Fiscal Year:

Fiscal Year 2025: $200,000.00
Fiscal Year 2026: $144,161.33
CONCLUSION:

Approve Task Order No. 2 between the City of El Centro and Nicklaus Engineering Inc. for engineering services related to the TAG Grant Alleyway Project under the Nicklaus Engineering Inc. On-Call agreement.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Partially Signed Task Order 2 -TAG A

2. TAG Grant Alleyway Exhibit

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2024-281)
Item: 7.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Public Works
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Catherine Gutierrez,
P.W. Analyst
Department Head: Abraham Campos
DOC ID: 2024-281
PD Project - Balfour Beatty Construction, LLC Contract Amendment No.1.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Approve contract amendment number 1 to Balfour Beatty as presented.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There will be no impact on the General Fund. The funding is accounted for in the available bond funding for this project.
$1,672,120 Original contract award
$ 381,690 Amendment No. 1
$ 2,053,810 Proposed revised contract amount
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Environmental Sustainability & Infrastructure
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

Consultant is currently under contract with the City of El Centro performing satisfactory.

BACKGROUND:

Construction management services provide third-party inspections and project management for major construction projects. They augment city staff during construction and are present on-site to monitor progress and budget. They also assist and coordinate with different vendors and agencies to deliver a successful project.

On June 26, 2023, the City approved an agreement with Balfour Beatty Construction, LLC for construction management services related to the construction of the new police station facility.

DISCUSSION:

The contract with Balfour Beatty was awarded based on a contract duration of 18 months and prior to the construction contract being awarded. During the construction contract procurement, the expected contract duration was increased to 24 months. The proposed contract amendment in this report expands the contract duration for Balfour Beatty to match the expected construction time and award funding to cover said increased time commitment.

CONCLUSION:

Approve contract amendment number 1 to Balfour Beatty as presented.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Amendment No. 1 00079087

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-16)
Item: 8.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Human Resources
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Dulce Bedolla, Human
Resource Director
Department Head: Dulce Bedolla
DOC ID: 2025-16
Appointment for Interim City Manager.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

EL CENTRO ESTABLISHING THE COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYMENT TERMS FOR DANIEL PARAMO TO FILL THE POSITION OF INTERIM CITY MANAGER.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Financial & Governance Stability & Sustainability
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

The City Council has interviewed and has determined that Daniel Paramo has the specialized skills to serve as the Interim City Manager and wishes to hire Daniel Paramo as the Interim City Manager subject to the terms and conditions of this resolution.

DISCUSSION:

The term of this Agreement is for a six-month period from December 17, 2024 through June 16, 2025 or such other period as he reaches 960 hours of work. Daniel Paramo's hourly pay rate will be $115.39.

CONCLUSION:

Adoption of RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

ESTABLISHING THE COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYMENT TERMS FOR DANIEL PARAMO TO FILL THE POSITION OF INTERIM CITY MANAGER.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. D Paramo Interim CM.

01/2025/cdz/Reso/EmploymtAgrmtInterimCMDanielParamo

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF EL CENTRO ESTABLISHING THE

COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYMENT TERMS FOR

DANIEL PARAMO TO FILL THE POSITION OF

INTERIM CITY MANAGER
WHEREAS, the City Council has interviewed and has determined that Daniel Paramo has the specialized skills to serve as the Interim City Manager and wishes to hire Daniel Paramo as the Interim City Manager subject to the terms and conditions of this resolution; and
WHEREAS, Daniel Paramo is a PERS retiree and a retired annuitant and therefore subject to certain provisions of the Public Employees Retirement law governing the employment of retired annuitants; and
WHEREAS, Government (Gov.) Code section 21221(h) of the Public Employees’ Retirement Law permits the governing body to appoint a CalPERS retiree to a vacant position requiring specialized skills during recruitment for a permanent appointment, and provides that such appointment will not subject the retired person to reinstatement from retirement or loss of benefits so long as it is a single appointment that does not exceed 960 hours in a fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, the appointment of Daniel Paramo to the position of Interim City Manager under Gov. Code section 21221(h), was effective on December 17, 2024; and
WHEREAS, an appointment under Gov. Code section 21221(h) requires the retiree is appointed into the interim appointment during recruitment for a permanent appointment; and the City Council authorized the search for a permanent appointment on December 17, 2024 as well; and
WHEREAS, Daniel Paramo has not and will not receive any other benefit, incentive, compensation in lieu of benefit or other form of compensation in addition to this hourly pay rate; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of El Centro desires to appoint Daniel Paramo as an interim appointment retired annuitant to the vacant position of City Manager for the City of El Centro under Gov. Code section 21221(h), effective December 17, 2024; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of El Centro, the City of El Centro and Daniel Paramo certify that Daniel Paramo has not and will not receive a Golden Handshake or any other retirement-related incentive; and
WHEREAS, this Gov. Code section 21221(h) appointment shall only be made once and therefore will end at 5:00 p.m. on June 16, 2025 or at such time as Daniel Paramo has reached 960 hours in fiscal year 2025; and

01/2025/cdz/Reso/EmploymtAgrmtInterimCMDanielParamo
WHEREAS, this Resolution constitutes the employment agreement between Daniel Paramo and the City of El Centro and has been reviewed by this body in open session at a noticed regular meeting; and
WHEREAS, the compensation paid to retirees cannot be less than the minimum nor exceed the maximum monthly base salary paid to other employees performing comparable duties, divided by 173.333 to equal the hourly rate; and WHEREAS, the base salary for this position is $20,000 and the hourly equivalent is $115.39; and
WHEREAS, the hourly rate paid to Daniel Paramo will be $115.39; and WHEREAS, Daniel Paramo has not and will not receive any other benefit, incentive, compensation in lieu of benefit or other form of compensation in addition to this hourly pay rate; and
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT the City Council of the City of El Centro hereby certifies the nature of the employment of Daniel Paramo as described herein and that this appointment is necessary to fill the critically needed position of Interim City Manager for the City of El Centro by December 17, 2024 because of the retirement of previous City Manager, and therefore the City Council resolves as follows:

1. Recitals. The foregoing is true, correct and adopted hereby.

2. Repeal of Prior Resolution. That Resolution No. 22- 120 hereby is repealed.

3. Term of Agreement. The Interim City Manager serves at the pleasure of the City Council. The term of this Agreement is for a six month period from December 17, 2024 through June 16, 2025 or such other period as he reaches 960 hours of work. This Agreement may terminate upon 15 calendar days prior written notice to the other Party.

4. Applicability of City’s Personnel Rules. The City’s Personnel Rules shall apply to the Interim City Manager to the extent not superseded by this Resolution.

5. Reimbursement. CITY shall reimburse Interim City Manager for reasonable "out of pocket" costs or expenses incurred in the performance of Interim City Manager duties under this Agreement, in accordance with CITY'S reimbursement policies in effect at the time. Such expenses may include but are not limited to mileage at the IRS rate for use of his personal vehicle for City business.

6. Effective Date and Term. This resolution shall take effect upon its adoption and shall remain in effect until terminated by either Party or expiration pursuant to its terms.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at an adjourned regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, on the 21st day of January, 2025.

01/2025/cdz/Reso/EmploymtAgrmtInterimCMDanielParamo

CITY OF EL CENTRO

By:__________________________
Tomás Oliva, Mayor
ATTEST:

By ____________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Office of the City Attorney
By_______________________________
Elizabeth L. Martyn, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF IMPERIAL ) ss

CITY OF EL CENTRO )
I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk of the City of El Centro, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 25- was duly and regularly adopted at an adjourned regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the 21st day of January, 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

By__________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
I agree to the foregoing:

Daniel Paramo Date

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-12)
Item: 9.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Public Works
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Abraham Campos, Public
Works Director/City Engineer
Department Head: Abraham Campos
DOC ID: 2025-12
Approval of Change Order 3 to Rove Engineering related to the Southern Pump Station Project
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Authorize budget as requested and authorize Change Order No. 3 to Rove Engineering as presented.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No Impact to the General Fund. The project is funded through ARPA funds, Wastewater Enterprise Funds and Wastewater Capacity Fees.

Previously Approved Funding Sources:

ARPA $5,205,544
Wastewater Capacity Fees $5,000,000
Wastewater Enterprise Funds $2,189,424
Total $12,394,968
Revised Estimated Cost Summary:

Construction Phase 1a (Base Bid) - $11,794,968
Construction Change Order No.3 $ 326,385 (proposed tonight) Construction Management and soft costs - $ 600,000
Revised Total $12,721,371
Proposed Revised Funding Sources:

ARPA $5,205,544
Wastewater Capacity Fees $5,000,000
Wastewater Enterprise Funds $2,515,809 (proposed tonight) Total $12,721,371
Funding source description:

1. ARPA. This fund was initially created to fund public health projects, assist General Government expenses due to COVID, and address water and sewer infrastructure needs. The infusion of ARPA funding to this project mitigates against potential future rates adjustment.

2. Wastewater Capacity Fees. These are funds collected from new development that adds capacity to Wastewater infrastructure. Over the years, this fund builds up, thus allowing one-time expenses such as this project to proceed.

3. Wastewater Enterprise Funds. Over the years, staff has built up our working capital to allow one-time expenses such as this to be funded.

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Environmental Sustainability & Infrastructure
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

NA, City has performed various projects with this contractor successfully.

BACKGROUND:

Our wastewater master plan calls for constructing a regional sewer lift station near Farnsworth and Danenberg.

Projects of this nature are financed through wastewater customer fees and capacity fee revenues, which constitute the Wastewater Enterprise Fund. These funds are selfsufficient, requiring revenues to match expenditures, akin to a business model. Over the years, the City has increased its available working capital within the Wastewater Enterprise Fund, enabling the delivery of this and other ongoing projects without the need for additional bonding. Current operational expenses are maintained without impact.

The new regional station increases system reliability and expands capacity, thereby strengthening the city's appeal for both commercial and residential development and stimulating economic growth.

The project supports the development of property generally located southerly of Interstate 8, northerly of McCabe Road, easterly of 8th Street, and westerly of Dogwood Avenue, approximately 1,000 acres of land. This includes the ability to provide service to the recent Dogwood Annexation and proposed residential subdivisions such as Willowbend residential subdivision.

Additionally, the lift station will help address odor concerns in the southwest and northwest quadrants of the city. Furthermore, the regional pump station will eliminate the need for two existing local pump stations, thereby reducing maintenance requirements and enhancing system reliability.

An environmental review was completed in December 2014.

On November 14, 2019, the Council approved a design contract with Psomas to update and revise plans and phase the project. The phasing of work was pursued in an effort to reduce costs to manageable amounts while allowing for the completion of the work and enjoyment of its main benefits in a more expedient manner.

Staff has obtained the required ROW for this property and is working with the railroad to update the required permits.

On June 1, 2021, the City Council authorized the plans and specifications for the Southern Pump Station to be placed to bid.

On December 7, 2021, City Council authorized the rejection of bids after receiving a single

unfavorable bid.

On May 7, 2024, City Council authorized revised plans and specifications for the project.

The revised plans and specifications included dividing the initial Phase 1 of the Southern Pump Station project into Phase 1a and Phase 1b in an effort to allow the award of a construction project within the available budget. Both phases must be completed in order to operate a functional pump station.

On June 25, 2024 City staff opened bids.

On July 31, 2024 City Council awarded the contract to Rove Engineering in the amount of $11,794,968, without authorizing the standard additional 10% budget contingency for the project.

DISCUSSION:

During the July 31, 2024 Council meeting, staff outlined its plan to work with the design engineer and contractor to identify cost-saving measures that would accelerate the advancement of Phase 1b of the project. In addition, staff committed to reviewing the wastewater enterprise fund balance, cross-referencing it with upcoming system improvement projects, and assessing the availability of funding to fully support Phase 1b. It is important to note that the successful completion of Phase 1b is essential for the overall functionality of the project.

The change order being presented tonight is result of these value engineering efforts. By eliminating certain scope items from Phase 1a and utilizing the associated savings, we are able to reallocate funds to advance scope of Phase 1b to a logical termination point.

Specifically, this change order will allow the completion of the deep sewer trunk main between Beverly Lane and Farnsworth Drive along Danenberg Avenue—approximately 2,200 linear feet of sewer infrastructure.

While this change order does not fully fund Phase 1b, it is a necessary step forward, allowing the contractor to begin work on the new scope immediately, without any delays.

Meanwhile, the city will continue to explore funding options to cover the remaining Phase 1b work.

This approach represents a strategic and proactive step in moving the project forward, ensuring continued progress while maintaining fiscal responsibility and exploring all available funding opportunities for the full scope of Phase 1b.

CONCLUSION:

Authorize budget as requested and authorize Change Order No. 3 to Rove Engineering as presented.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. CCO #3 Southern Pump Station - Partially executed

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-14)
Item: 10.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Community Services
Category: Resolution
Prepared by: Adriana Nava,
Community Services Director
Department Head: Adriana Nava
DOC ID: 2025-14
Approval of resolutions to update the designated individual authorized to execute the following for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program: the program applications, the PLHA Standard Agreement, any subsequent amendments or modifications to the agreement, and any other related documents.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 25- , CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA - AUTHORIZING

RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA -

AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION AND AMENDING THE PLHA PLAN FOR THE

PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION PROGRAM
FISCAL IMPACT:

The Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program was established pursuant to Senate Bill 2 and provides a permanent, ongoing source of funding to local governments for housing-related projects and programs that assist in addressing unmet needs.

The City of El Centro and Colonia area were allocated grant funding through the Permanent Local Housing Allocation. The total amount estimate to be available to the City of El Centro combining both Colonia and City-designated funds over the next five years from (2019 – 2023) is $2,773,039.

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Community Health, Safety & Welfare
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

Due diligence checks were completed through the Request for Proposal process.

BACKGROUND:

On November 15, 2022, City Council approved a Five-Year Plan for the PLHA Program, which allocated 95% of both the City of El Centro and El Centro Colonia funding toward the goal of assisting persons who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The remaining 5% of each funding source was allocated toward Program Administration expenses. Subsequently, in February 2024, the City Council completed a Five Year Plan Amendment and added new activities, as recommended by Staff.

The purpose of this report is to provide a synopsis of activities completed to date and update the designated individual authorized to sign Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Agreements and all related documents.

DISCUSSION:

Since the approval of the Five-Year Plan and submittal of grant applications for funding, the City has entered into agreements with the Department of Housing and Community

Development for each funding allocation. These grant agreements are further identified as follow: City Allocation 22-PLHA-17655 and Colonia Allocation 22-PLHA-17776.

Thus far, Staff has been collaborating with Catholic Charities on the Helping Hands Program, a pilot program that provides navigation center resources those experiencing homelessness. The Helping Hands Program is also a street outreach program with a workforce development component; wherein individuals experiencing homelessness will be given the opportunity to provide labor services for community cleanups in exchange for a weekly wage. By targeting employment opportunity and providing job training and other resources in a coordinated way, the City strives to reduce the number of chronically homeless individuals in the community. [Refer to the presentation attached, which further describes the program.]
Additionally, the Helping Hands Program ensures the provision of wrap around services through their Navigation Center. Services provided to program participants include assisting in obtaining State identification cards, obtaining/retrieving Social Security information and benefits, education on banking, including assistance opening a bank account, and tax assistance.

Technical Details
Council previously approved conducted a Public Hearing for the Five Year Plan Amendments in February 20, 2024. The Five-Year plan was subsequently submitted to the State in March 2024 in order to receive new Agreements. The State recently provided the new Agreements on January 7, 2025 (22-PLHA-17655) and January 13, 2025 (22-PLHA17655), respectively. The funding was allocated, as described in Table 1, below.

Table 1- Funding Allocated by Council – February 2024
Eligibility Proposed Activity Justification 2020-2022 2021-2022 Status Activity 1 Low-income loan to
affordable housing
developer, Chelsea
Investments, Inc. for
Jacaranda Gardens
Increase affordable
housing supply, in
conformance with
Regional Housing
Needs Assessment
(RHNA)
$520,076
-75%
$0.00
-0%
Loan documents
have been prepared
and approved by City
and State. New
signatures are
pending.

Activity 6 Helping Hands Program
(formerly Working
Hands Program)
Street outreach with a
workforce component to
address homelessness
issues
$138,867
-20%
$563,270
-80%
Program has been
operating smoothly.

Various invoices
have been received.

Activity 7 Accessibility
Improvements – OwnerOccupied Rehabilitation
Program
ADA modifications to
low-income households
$0.00
-0%
$105,613
-15%
Program Guidelines
are in progress.

Program Administration Activity is to offset costs
associated with
administering the PLHA
Program
$34,672
-5%
$34,204
-5%
Staff has been
working diligently on
this Program.

Request For Funds (RFF) were submitted to the Department of Housing and Community Development to advance Fiscal Year 2019-2020 PLHA funding for a combined amount of $462,173. These funds have been received and have facilitated the operation of the Helping Hands Program and Navigation Center.

A second Request for Funds will be issued given that these funding allocations were from previous fiscal years. However, the Request for Funds cannot be issued until the City provides new resolutions updating the designated individual authorized to execute the agreements and related documents. The objective is to provide these resolutions in order

to prevent loss of grant funds.

CONCLUSION:

Adopt Resolution No. 25- , CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA

AUTHORIZING RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO,

CALIFORNIA

AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION AND AMENDING THE PLHA PLAN FOR THE

PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION PROGRAM
ATTACHMENTS:

1. Reso - Five Year Amendment COEC No. 24-06

2. Resolution PLHA City

01/2025/cdz/A25-0003/Resolution/PLHA_GrantFundingApplication Resolution 25 –

CITY OF EL CENTRO

AUTHORIZING RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION AND ADOPTING THE PLHA PLAN

FOR THE PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION PROGRAM
A necessary quorum or majority of the City Council members of the City Council of the City of El Centro hereby consents to, adopts, and ratifies the following resolution:

WHEREAS, the Department is authorized to provide up to $335 million under the SB 2 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Formula Component from the Building Homes and Jobs Trust Fund for assistance to Cities and Counties (as described in Health and Safety Code section 50470 et seq. (Chapter 364, Statutes of 2017 (SB 2)).

WHEREAS the State of California (the “State”), Department of Housing and Community Development (“Department”) issued a Notice of Funding Availability (“NOFA”) dated 8/17/2022 under the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program; WHEREAS the City of El Centro is an eligible Local government who has applied for program funds to administer one or more eligible activities, or a Local or Regional Housing Trust Fund to whom an eligible Local government delegated its PLHA formula allocation.

WHEREAS the Department may approve funding allocations for PLHA Program, subject to the terms and conditions of the Guidelines, NOFA, Program requirements, the Standard Agreement, and other contracts between the Department and PLHA grant recipients.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:

1. If Applicant receives a grant of PLHA funds from the Department pursuant to the above referenced PLHA NOFA, it represents and certifies that it will use all such funds in a manner consistent and in compliance with all applicable state and federal statutes, rules, regulations, and laws, including without limitation all rules and laws regarding the PLHA Program, as well as any and all contracts Applicant may have with the Department.

2. Applicant is hereby authorized and directed to receive a PLHA grant, in an amount not to exceed the five-year estimate of the PLHA formula allocations, as stated in Appendix B of the current NOFA “Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Entitlement and Non-Entitlement Local Government Formula Component” in accordance with all applicable rules and laws.

3. Applicant hereby agrees to use the PLHA funds for eligible activities as approved by the Department and in accordance with all Program requirements, Guidelines,

01/2025/cdz/A25-0003/Resolution/PLHA_GrantFundingApplication other rules and laws, as well as in a manner consistent and in compliance with the Standard Agreement and other contracts between the Applicant and the Department.

4. Pursuant to Section 302(c)(4) of the Guidelines, Applicant’s PLHA Plan for the 2019-2023 Allocations is attached to this resolution, and Applicant hereby adopts this PLHA Plan and certifies compliance with all public notice, public comment, and public hearing requirements in accordance with the Guidelines.

5. Applicant certifies that it has or will subgrant some or all of its PLHA funds to another entity or entities. Pursuant to Guidelines Section 302(c)(3), “entity” means a housing developer or program operator, but does not mean an administering Local government to whom a Local government may delegate its PLHA allocation.

6. Applicant certifies that its selection process of these subgrantees was or will be accessible to the public and avoided or shall avoid any conflicts of interest.

7. Pursuant to Applicant’s certification in this resolution, the PLHA funds will be expended only for eligible Activities and consistent with all program requirements.

8. Applicant certifies that, if funds are used for the acquisition, construction or rehabilitation of for-sale housing projects or units within for-sale housing projects, the grantee shall record a deed restriction against the property that will ensure compliance with one of the requirements stated in Guidelines Section 302(c)(6)(A), (B) and (C).

9. Applicant certifies that, if funds are used for the development of an Affordable Rental Housing Development, the Local government shall make PLHA assistance in the form of a low-interest, deferred loan to the Sponsor of the Project, and such loan shall be evidenced through a Promissory Note secured by a Deed of Trust and a Regulatory Agreement shall restrict occupancy and rents in accordance with a Local government-approved underwriting of the Project for a term of at least 55 years.

10.Applicant shall be subject to the terms and conditions as specified in the Standard Agreement, the PLHA Program Guidelines and any other applicable SB 2 Guidelines published by the Department.

11.The City Manager or his/her designee is authorized to execute the PLHA Program Application, the PLHA Standard Agreement and any subsequent amendments or modifications thereto, as well as any other documents which are related to the Program or the PLHA grant awarded to Applicant, as the Department may deem appropriate.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California held on the day of, , 2025.

01/2025/cdz/A25-0003/Resolution/PLHA_GrantFundingApplication

CITY OF EL CENTRO
By
Tomás Oliva, Mayor
ATTEST:

By
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Office of the City Attorney
By____________________________
Elizabeth L. Martyn, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF IMPERIAL ) ss

CITY OF EL CENTRO )
I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk of the City of El Centro, California, do hereby certify that the forgoing Resolution No. 25- , was duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the day of 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

By_______________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-15)
Item: 11.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Community Services
Category: Resolution
Prepared by: Adriana Nava,
Community Services Director
Department Head: Adriana Nava
DOC ID: 2025-15
Approval of resolutions to update the designated individual authorized to execute the following for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program: the program applications, the PLHA Standard Agreement, any subsequent amendments or modifications to the agreement, and any other related documents.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 25- , CITY OF EL CENTRO COLONIAS, CALIFORNIA

AUTHORIZING RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

COLONIAS, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION AND AMENDING THE PLHA PLAN FOR THE PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION PROGRAM.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program was established pursuant to Senate Bill 2 and provides a permanent, ongoing source of funding to local governments for housing-related projects and programs that assist in addressing unmet needs.

The City of El Centro and Colonia area were allocated grant funding through the Permanent Local Housing Allocation. The total amount estimate to be available to the City of El Centro combining both Colonia and City-designated funds over the next five years from (2019 – 2023) is $2,773,039.

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Community Health, Safety & Welfare
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

Due diligence checks were completed through the Request for Proposal process.

BACKGROUND:

On November 15, 2022, City Council approved a Five-Year Plan for the PLHA Program, which allocated 95% of both the City of El Centro and El Centro Colonia funding toward the goal of assisting persons who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness. The remaining 5% of each funding source was allocated toward Program Administration expenses. Subsequently, in February 2024, the City Council completed a Five Year Plan Amendment and added new activities, as recommended by Staff.

The purpose of this report is to provide a synopsis of activities completed to date and update the designated individual authorized to sign Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Agreements and all related documents.

DISCUSSION:

Since the approval of the Five-Year Plan and submittal of grant applications for funding,

the City has entered into agreements with the Department of Housing and Community Development for each funding allocation. These grant agreements are further identified as follow: City Allocation 22-PLHA-17655 and Colonia Allocation 22-PLHA-17776.

Thus far, Staff has been collaborating with Catholic Charities on the Helping Hands Program, a pilot program that provides navigation center resources those experiencing homelessness. The Helping Hands Program is also a street outreach program with a workforce development component; wherein individuals experiencing homelessness will be given the opportunity to provide labor services for community cleanups in exchange for a weekly wage. By targeting employment opportunity and providing job training and other resources in a coordinated way, the City strives to reduce the number of chronically homeless individuals in the community. [Refer to the presentation attached, which further describes the program.]
Additionally, the Helping Hands Program ensures the provision of wrap around services through their Navigation Center. Services provided to program participants include assisting in obtaining State identification cards, obtaining/retrieving Social Security information and benefits, education on banking, including assistance opening a bank account, and tax assistance.

Technical Details
Council previously approved conducted a Public Hearing for the Five Year Plan Amendments in February 20, 2024. The Five-Year plan was subsequently submitted to the State in March 2024 in order to receive new Agreements. The State recently provided the new Agreements on January 7, 2025 (22-PLHA-17655) and January 13, 2025 (22-PLHA17655), respectively. The funding was allocated, as described in Table 1, below.

Table 1- Funding Allocated by Council – February 2024
Eligibility Proposed Activity Justification 2020-2022 2021-2022 Status Activity 1 Low-income loan to
affordable housing
developer, Chelsea
Investments, Inc. for
Jacaranda Gardens
Increase affordable
housing supply, in
conformance with
Regional Housing
Needs Assessment
(RHNA)
$520,076
-75%
$0.00
-0%
Loan documents
have been prepared
and approved by
City and State. New
signatures are
pending.

Activity 6 Helping Hands Program
(formerly Working
Hands Program)
Street outreach with a
workforce component to
address homelessness
issues
$138,867
-20%
$563,270
-80%
Program has been
operating smoothly.

Various invoices
have been received.

Activity 7 Accessibility
Improvements – OwnerOccupied Rehabilitation
Program
ADA modifications to
low-income households
$0.00
-0%
$105,613
-15%
Program Guidelines
are in progress.

Program Administration Activity is to offset costs
associated with
administering the PLHA
Program
$34,672
-5%
$34,204
-5%
Staff has been
working diligently on
this Program.

Request For Funds (RFF) were submitted to the Department of Housing and Community Development to advance Fiscal Year 2019-2020 PLHA funding for a combined amount of $462,173. These funds have been received and have facilitated the operation of the Helping Hands Program and Navigation

Center.

A second Request for Funds will be issued given that these funding allocations were from previous fiscal years. However, the Request for Funds cannot be issued until the City provides new resolutions updating the designated individual authorized to execute the agreements and related documents. The objective is to provide these resolutions in order to prevent loss of grant funds.

CONCLUSION:

Adopt Resolution No. 25___- CITY OF EL CENTRO COLONIAS, CALIFORNIA

AUTHORIZING RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

COLONIAS, CALIFORNIA

AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION AND AMENDING THE PLHA PLAN FOR THE

PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION PROGRAM
ATTACHMENTS:

1. Reso - Five Year Amendment Colonias No. 24-07

2. Resolution PLHA Colonias

10/2022/cdz/A22-0217/Resolution/PLHA_GrantFundingApplication Resolution 25 –

CITY OF EL CENTRO

AUTHORIZING RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION AND ADOPTING THE PLHA PLAN

FOR THE PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION PROGRAM
A necessary quorum or majority of the City Council members of the City Council of the City of El Centro hereby consents to, adopts, and ratifies the following resolution:

WHEREAS, the Department is authorized to provide up to $335 million under the SB 2 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Formula Component from the Building Homes and Jobs Trust Fund for assistance to Cities and Counties (as described in Health and Safety Code section 50470 et seq. (Chapter 364, Statutes of 2017 (SB 2)).

WHEREAS the State of California (the “State”), Department of Housing and Community Development (“Department”) issued a Notice of Funding Availability (“NOFA”) dated 8/17/2022 under the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program; WHEREAS the City of El Centro is an eligible Local government who has applied for program funds to administer one or more eligible activities, or a Local or Regional Housing Trust Fund to whom an eligible Local government delegated its PLHA formula allocation.

WHEREAS the Department may approve funding allocations for PLHA Program, subject to the terms and conditions of the Guidelines, NOFA, Program requirements, the Standard Agreement, and other contracts between the Department and PLHA grant recipients.

NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED THAT:

1. If Applicant receives a grant of PLHA funds from the Department pursuant to the above referenced PLHA NOFA, it represents and certifies that it will use all such funds in a manner consistent and in compliance with all applicable state and federal statutes, rules, regulations, and laws, including without limitation all rules and laws regarding the PLHA Program, as well as any and all contracts Applicant may have with the Department.

2. Applicant is hereby authorized and directed to receive a PLHA grant, in an amount not to exceed the five-year estimate of the PLHA formula allocations, as stated in Appendix B of the current NOFA “Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Entitlement and Non-Entitlement Local Government Formula Component” in accordance with all applicable rules and laws.

3. Applicant hereby agrees to use the PLHA funds for eligible activities as approved by the Department and in accordance with all Program requirements, Guidelines,

10/2022/cdz/A22-0217/Resolution/PLHA_GrantFundingApplication other rules and laws, as well as in a manner consistent and in compliance with the Standard Agreement and other contracts between the Applicant and the Department.

4. Pursuant to Section 302(c)(4) of the Guidelines, Applicant’s PLHA Plan for the 2019-2023 Allocations is attached to this resolution, and Applicant hereby adopts this PLHA Plan and certifies compliance with all public notice, public comment, and public hearing requirements in accordance with the Guidelines.

5. Applicant certifies that it has or will subgrant some or all of its PLHA funds to another entity or entities. Pursuant to Guidelines Section 302(c)(3), “entity” means a housing developer or program operator, but does not mean an administering Local government to whom a Local government may delegate its PLHA allocation.

6. Applicant certifies that its selection process of these subgrantees was or will be accessible to the public and avoided or shall avoid any conflicts of interest.

7. Pursuant to Applicant’s certification in this resolution, the PLHA funds will be expended only for eligible Activities and consistent with all program requirements.

8. Applicant certifies that, if funds are used for the acquisition, construction or rehabilitation of for-sale housing projects or units within for-sale housing projects, the grantee shall record a deed restriction against the property that will ensure compliance with one of the requirements stated in Guidelines Section 302(c)(6)(A),(B) and (C).

9. Applicant certifies that, if funds are used for the development of an Affordable Rental Housing Development, the Local government shall make PLHA assistance in the form of a low-interest, deferred loan to the Sponsor of the Project, and such loan shall be evidenced through a Promissory Note secured by a Deed of Trust and a Regulatory Agreement shall restrict occupancy and rents in accordance with a Local government-approved underwriting of the Project for a term of at least 55 years.

10.Applicant shall be subject to the terms and conditions as specified in the Standard Agreement, the PLHA Program Guidelines and any other applicable SB 2 Guidelines published by the Department.

11.The City Manager or his/her designee is authorized to execute the PLHA Program Application, the PLHA Standard Agreement and any subsequent amendments or modifications thereto, as well as any other documents which are related to the Program or the PLHA grant awarded to Applicant, as the Department may deem appropriate.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California held on the day of, , 2025.

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CITY OF EL CENTRO
By
Tomás Oliva, Mayor
ATTEST:

By
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Office of the City Attorney
By____________________________
Elizabeth L. Martyn, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF IMPERIAL ) ss

CITY OF EL CENTRO )
I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk of the City of El Centro, California, do hereby certify that the forgoing Resolution No. 25- , was duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the day of 2024, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

By_______________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-5)
Item: 12.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
Department Head: Tomás Oliva
DOC ID: 2025-5
Appointment of a Delegate and Alternate representatives for SCAG (Southern California Association of Governments).

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Mayors Recommendation: Appointment of two Council Members to SCAG (Southern California Association of Governments).

FISCAL IMPACT:

STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

CONCLUSION:

Appointment of two Council members to SCAG (Southern California Association of Governments).

ATTACHMENTS:

None

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-6)
Item: 13.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
Department Head: Tomás Oliva
DOC ID: 2025-6
Authorize the Mayor to write a letter to IID requesting a presentation (or town hall meetings) regarding proposed rate increases.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Request for Council to authorize the Mayor to write a letter to IID requesting a presentation (or town hall meetings) regarding proposed rate increases, with a full explanation of the increases and the need.

FISCAL IMPACT:

N/A
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

N/A
BACKGROUND:

N/A
DISCUSSION:

N/A
CONCLUSION:

Approve the request for Council to authorize the Mayor Oliva to write a letter to IID requesting a presentation (or town hall meetings) regarding proposed rate increases, with a full explanation of the increases.

ATTACHMENTS:

None

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-8)
Item: 14.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
Department Head: Tomás Oliva
DOC ID: 2025-8
Resolution to Officially Change Closed Session City Council Meeting Time.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Adoption of Resolution No. 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA REVISING THE TIME AND PLACE FOR THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

N/A
BACKGROUND:

DISCUSSION:

The Brown Act requires in Govt. Code Section 54954 that a City must provide by resolution the time and place for holding regular meetings When the time or places changes, the resolution must be amended. Upon the suggestion of the Mayor, and informal agreement from the Council, the time for closed sessions during the regular meeting will be moved from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. This change helps with balancing work and City obligations.

No other changes are being suggested or made.

CONCLUSION:

The Resolution should be adopted if the Councilmembers agree with such a change.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. RESOLOUTION NO. 2025-001 MEETING TIME CHANGE

01/2025/cdz/Reso/RevisingTimeofRegularCityCouncilMtg
RESOLUTION NO. 25-

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL

CENTRO, CALIFORNIA REVISING THE TIME AND PLACE FOR

THE REGULAR MEETINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
WHEREAS, pursuant to the requirements of the Ralph M. Brown Act, Section 2-21 of the El Centro City Code provides that the City Council of the City of El Centro by resolution shall establish the time and place of its regular meetings; and WHEREAS, the City Council hereby desires to change the meeting time of the regular City Council meetings to 4:00 pm on the first and third Tuesdays of the month.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY CQUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

1. That effective February 21, 2025, the regular City Council meetings shall commence at 4:00 pm for closed session and reconvene at 6:00 pm for open session on the first and third Tuesdays of the month in the City Council Chambers of the City of El Centro, located at 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California.

2. That Resolution No. 12-20 is hereby rescinded effective January 21, 2025.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the 21st day of January, 2025

CITY OF EL CENTRO
By:___________________________
Tomás Oliva, Mayor
ATTEST:

By: ______________________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Office of the City Attorney
By: ______________________________________
Elizabeth L. Martyn, City Attorney

01/2025/cdz/Reso/RevisingTimeofRegularCityCouncilMtg 2

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF IMPERIAL ) ss

CITY OF EL CENTRO )
I, Norma Wyles, City Clerk of the City of El Centro, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 25-01 was duly and regularly adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the 21st day of January 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAINED:

By _________________________
Norma Wyles, City Clerk

City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243

SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-13)
Item: 15.

Meeting: 1/21/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Public Works
Category: Presentation
Prepared by: Abraham Campos, Public
Works Director/City Engineer
Department Head: Abraham Campos
DOC ID: 2025-13
Sidewalk trip hazard reduction efforts presentation.

CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:

Presentation Only
FISCAL IMPACT:

Presentation Only
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:

Environmental Sustainability & Infrastructure
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE

DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:

Presentation Only
BACKGROUND:

Presentation Only
DISCUSSION:

Presentation Only
CONCLUSION:

Presentation Only
ATTACHMENTS:

None