AGENDA
CITY OF EL CENTRO
CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 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 February 18, 2025.
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Mayor and Council Members may be reached at (760) 336-8989 Mayor:
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":
ROLL CALL (OPEN SESSION):
CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT:
Any member of the public wishing to address the City Council on any matter appearing on closed session may do so at this time. Unless the Mayor extends the time limit, remarks shall be limited to three (3) minutes. Additional opportunities for Public Comment will be given during and at the end of the meeting.
CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNS INTO CLOSED SESSION:
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION:
REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIORS
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 representatives
Under negotiation: Terms and Conditions
POSSIBLE LITIGATION AGAINST THE CITY
Closed session pursuant to Govt. Code section 54956.9(b)(2)-potential litigation against the City - 2 items
CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54957
Closed Session pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54957 - Public Employee Appointment City Manager Recruitment
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. 6:15-6:30 PM - PRESENTATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR:
1. Certificate of Recognition - El Centro Firefighters.
2. Certificate of Recognition - National Engineers Week, February 16-22, 2025.
3. Proclamation for Black History Month
6:30-6:35 PM - CONSENT AGENDA (ITEMS 4-8):
4. Approve Warrant Registers for the Month of January 2025.
5. Approve Payroll Registers for the Month of January 2025.
6. Approve Treasurer's Report for the month of January 2025.
7. 2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-01, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO PERTAINING TO EC 1-24 (WILLOW BEND SUBDIVISION ANNEXATION), waive reading and adopt by title only.
8. Approval of City Council meeting minutes of February 4, 2025. 6:35-7:10 PM - NEW BUSINESS:
9. Discussion Regarding 2025-2026 Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) Proposals Received
Presentation: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director Recommendation:
Discussion and necessary action related to proposals received for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Year 2025-2026
10. Award of the Wastewater Treatment Plant UV Disinfection Improvements Project.
Presentation: Abraham Campos, Public Works Director/City Engineer Recommendation:
Adopt Resolution No. 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO
AWARDING THE BID AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR THE
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT UV DISINFECTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
7:10-7:20 PM - DEPARTMENT REPORTS:
11. Gomez Park Project Update
12. Eddie White Complex/Frazier Field Park Improvements Update LEGISLATIVE ACTION:
INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:
13. Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License- Petromart Retail Group, Inc. El Centro Fuel and Food #3, 1302 S 4TH ST El Centro, CA 92243-4502.
7:20 -7:45 PM - TASK FORCE REPORTS AND MAYOR - COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS:
7:45-7:55 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 # 2025-41)
Item: 1.
Meeting: 2/18/2025 4:00 PM
Department: City Manager
Category: Presentation
Prepared by: Cindy De Zilwa,
Management Assistant
Department Head:
DOC ID: 2025-41
Certificate of Recognition - El Centro Firefighters.
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
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:
None
City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243
SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-42)
Item: 2.
Meeting: 2/18/2025 4:00 PM
Department: City Manager
Category: Presentation
Prepared by: Cindy De Zilwa,
Management Assistant
Department Head:
DOC ID: 2025-42
Certificate of Recognition - National Engineers Week, February 16-22, 2025.
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
N/A
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:
The 2025 Engineers Week theme, "Design Your Future", is both a call to action and a celebration of the limitless possibilities in engineering. It invites us to dream boldly, innovate relentlessly, and create a future shaped by our collective ingenuity, as well as paving the way for a brighter and more diverse future in engineering. As we mark 25 years into the 21st century, engineers remain at the forefront of addressing rapid technological advancements, societal shifts, and global challenges.
Engineering is all around us; though often unseen, engineering makes our lives easier and safer in hundreds of different ways.
CONCLUSION:
N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
None
City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243
SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-43)
Item: 3.
Meeting: 2/18/2025 4:00 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Presentation
Prepared by: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
Department Head: Tomás Oliva
DOC ID: 2025-43
Proclamation for Black History Month
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:
None
City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243
SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-35)
Item: 4.
Meeting: 2/18/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Finance
Category: Reports
Prepared by: Esmeralda Nunez,
Accounting Assistant
Department Head:
DOC ID: 2025-35
Approve Warrant Registers for the Month of January 2025.
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. January 2025
City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243
SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-38)
Item: 5.
Meeting: 2/18/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Finance
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Cristhian Zambrano,
Payroll Specialist
Department Head: Elizabeth Fuchen
DOC ID: 2025-38
Approve Payroll Registers for the Month of January 2025.
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
Approve Payroll Registers for the Month of January 2025.
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 JANUARY 2025
City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243
SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-39)
Item: 6.
Meeting: 2/18/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Finance
Category: Informational Items
Prepared by: Nora Salas, Accountant
Department Head:
DOC ID: 2025-39
Approve Treasurer's Report for the month of January 2025.
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 January 2025
CITY OF EL CENTRO
TREASURER'S REPORT
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
JANUARY 2025
Maturity
Date
Rate
fPcnU
Market
Par YTM Cost Value
GENERAL ACCOUNT
U.S. Savings and CD's
First Finl BK 32021SKR6 02/14/25 $ 235,000 4.850 4.850 $ 235,000 $ 235,033 235,000 235,000 235,033
U.S. Corporate Obligations
Metro Cr Un Chelsea Mass 59161YBH8
Bank of China New York City 06428FZ26
Subtotal
245,000 $
235,000 $
$ 245,000
235.000
5.650 5.640
5.150
$ 245,333
235,188
03/11/25
03/17/25 $ 5.150 $ I
480,000 480,000 480,521
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
1.750 $
0.630 $
0.630 $
0.630 $
1.170 $
750,000 $
750,000 $
750,000 $
750,000 $
750,000 $
749,723
748,193
745,058
742,088
721,905
02/25/25
02/26/25
04/29/25
06/16/25
04/29/26
750,000
750,000
750,000
750,000
750,000
1.750
0.625
$ 0.625
$ 0.625
$ 1.125
3,750,000 3,750,000 3,706,965
Other Investments
Cash Equiv.
Local Agency Investment Fund
Subtotal
$ 5,704,735 $
67,322,314
73,027,049
0.010
4.434
0.010
4.434
$ 5,704,735
67,322,314
5,704,735
$ $ $ 67,322,314
73,027,049 73,027,049
Subtotal 77,492,049 77,492,049 77,449,568
Bonds
0.010 $
0.010 $
0.010 $
s 1,928,577 $
1,096,935
38,523,211
0.010 1,928,577
1,096,935
38,523,211
41,548,723
1,928,577
1,096,935
38,523,211
41,548,723
Series B - 2007 Redevelopment
2021 Series A - Library Bond Project
2023 Series A - Police Station Project
$ 0.010 $
$ 0.010 $
41,548,723
Total 119,040,772 119,040,772 118,998,291 2 2 1 1 2 2
CITY OF EL CENTRO
TREASURER’S REPORT
SCHEDULE OF INVESTMENTS
JANUARY 2025
Prior Fiscal
Year YTD
Same Period
This Fiscal
Month YTD
Interest Received
19,735 $
773.975
253,542 $
2,322,313
442,386
1,786,342
Other Investments
LAIF
Total 793,710 2,575,855 2,228,728
Balance
12/31/24
Balance
Change 01/31/25
Monthly Activity
General Accounts
715,000
480,000
3,750,000
5,965,561
66,548,339
(480,000) 235,000
480,000
3,750,000
5,704,735
67,322,314
U.S. Savings and CD's
U.S. Corporate Obligations
U.S. Government Obligations
Cash Equiv. &. Other Investments
LAIF
(260,826)
773,975
77,458,899 33,149 77,492,049
Trustee Accounts
Series B - 2007 Redevelopment
Library 2021 Bond Project
El Centro Police 2023 Bond Project
1,928,569
6,660,722
38,387.287
1,928,577
1,096,935
38.523.21 1
41,548,723
(5,563,786.46)
135,924
46,976,577 (5,427,854)
Total S 124,435,476 $ 119,040,772
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
Cityof El Centro
Treasurer's Report
Summary of Investments
as of 01/31/2025
Investment Unrealized
gain/loss Net increase
decrease
Market Value
end of Period
percent
of total
income
Cost/Par to-date
235,000 235,033 0% 1 U.S. Savings and CD's
$ 2 U.S Corporate Obligation? _$ 480,000 521 480,521 1% $ 3,750,000 (43,035) $ 3,706,965 5% 3 U.S. Government Obligati $ 5,704,735 $ 5,704,735 7% 4 Cash Equiv. & Other Invei
5 LAIF $ 67,322,314 $ 67,322,314 87%
Total $ 77,492,049 $ (42,481) $ $ 77,449,568 100%
(*) 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 # 2025-33)
Item: 7.
Meeting: 2/18/2025 4:00 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Ordinance
Prepared by: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
Department Head: Norma Wyles
DOC ID: 2025-33
2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-01, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO PERTAINING TO EC 1-24 (WILLOW BEND SUBDIVISION ANNEXATION), waive reading and adopt by title only.
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance NO. 25-01, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO PERTAINING TO EC 1-24 (WILLOW BEND SUBDIVISION ANNEXATION), waive reading and adopt by title only.
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:
DISCUSSION:
CONCLUSION:
2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance NO. 25-01, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO PERTAINING TO EC 1-24 (WILLOW BEND SUBDIVISION ANNEXATION), waive reading and adopt by title only.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. ORDINANCE NO. 25-001 AMENDING ZONING MAP EC 1-24 WILLOW BEND SUB.
ANNEXATION
01/2025/cdz/A25-0002/Ord/AmendZoningMapWillow
BendSubdivision
1 ORDINANCE NO. 25-01
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL
CENTRO AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF EL
CENTRO PERTAINING TO EC 1-24 (WILLOW BEND
SUBDIVISION ANNEXATION)
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. The Zoning Map of the City of El Centro, California is hereby amended to provide as follows:
“The following property which consists of an approximate 38+ is hereby pre-zoned to R1- Single Family Residential on property generally located west of South 4th Street (Highway 86) and about 630 feet south of Horne Road, further described as APN 054-370-011.” Section 2. This Amendment shall be given appropriate enumeration in the files of the City Clerk regarding the Zoning Map.
Section 3. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days from and after its adoption.
Within fifteen (15) days after adoption, it shall be published once in a newspaper, published and circulated within the City of El Centro, California.
INTRODUCED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the 4th day of February 2025.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California, held on the day of , 2025.
CITY OF EL CENTRO
By
ATTEST: Tomás Oliva, Mayor
By
Norma Wyles, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Office of the City Attorney
By
Elizabeth L. Martyn, City Attorney
01/2025/cdz/A25-0002/Ord/AmendZoningMapWillow
BendSubdivision
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 Ordinance No. 25-01, had its first reading on February 4, 2025, and its second reading on and was passed by the following vote:
AYES: Ellet, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
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 # 2025-40)
Item: 8.
Meeting: 2/18/2025 4:00 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Norma Wyles, City Clerk
Department Head: Norma Wyles
DOC ID: 2025-40
Approval of City Council meeting minutes of February 4, 2025.
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
Approval of City Council meeting minutes of February 4, 2025.
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. 02-04-2025 Regular CC Minutes
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REGULAR MEETING
EL CENTRO CITY COUNCIL
CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1275 MAIN STREET, EL CENTRO, CA
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2025, 4:00 P.M.
The El Centro City Council met in a regular session on Tuesday, February 4, 2025 at 4:05 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: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena City Clerk Wyles, Interim City Manager Paramo, City Attorney Martyn Evans
CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT
None
CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION
Moved by Carter, second by Marroquin, to adjourn into closed session for:
REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
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 & Conditions
POSSIBLE LITIGATION AGAINST THE CITY
Closed Session Pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54956.9 (b)(2) – potential litigation against the City – 2 items CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54957
Closed Session pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54957 – Public Employee Appointment – City Manager Recruitment
Motion unanimously carried.
Closed Session concluded at 5.55 p.m. with all members present.
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, February 4, 2025 at 6:02 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, Interim City Manager Paramo, City Attorney Martyn Evans
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Pledge of Allegiance to the flag of the United States of America was led by Mayor Oliva and Invocation was given by Mayor Pro-Tem Carter.
CITY ATTORNEY REORT ON CLOSED SESSION:
None
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
PRESENTATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR
1. Certificate of Recognition – El Centro Little League District 22 – Section 7 Champs, received by Mr. Ivan Murillo, Robert Cruz, Guadalupe Valenzuela and Julian Jimenez.
CONSENT AGENDA (ITEMS 2-3)
Moved by Marroquin, second by Camarena, approving consent items (# 2-3).
2. Adoption of Resolution No. 25-06, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH AVIAT U.S., INC. AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF EQUIPMENT FOR THE POLICE STATION PROJECT.
3. Approval of City Council meeting minutes of January 21, 2025.
AYES: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
4. This was the date and time set for a public hearing to consider the recommendation of the Planning Commission regarding the approving an Addendum to the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Willow Bend Tentative Subdivision Map. Presentation by Angel Hernandez, Community Development Director.
Mayor Oliva declared the public hearings opened and asked if anyone wished to speak in favor or opposition to come forward. Mr. Marty Coyne, applicant and owner of the property, presented the item to Council and asked if there were any questions. Seeing no other speakers, Mayor Oliva closed the public hearing and brought it back to Council. Council Member Ellett and other council members raised various questions about the project, which were addressed by Mr. Hernandez and Mr. Campos, the Public Works Director/City Engineer. A key concern was the inability to make a left turn onto Highway 86Mr.
Campos explained that traffic studies are currently being conducted to ensure that traffic will not be a problem in the future. A partnership between the City and the developer will be formed to ensure that traffic is properly dispersed and does not become an issue. It was discussed that the property for the planned subdivision is in the process of being annexed into El Centro. Mayor Oliva inquired whether the city would adopt a lighting and landscaping district to cover the installation of future traffic lights.
Mr. Campos clarified that while a lighting and landscaping district is proposed for the development, it will not cover the cost of installing traffic lights. Currently, the traffic study indicates that a four-way stop will be implemented.
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Moved by Ellett, second by Marroquin, adoption of Resolution No. 25-07, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO ADOPTING AN ADDENDUM TO EIR.
AYES: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
5. This was the date and time set for a public hearing to consider the recommendation of the Planning Commission Amending Resolution07-17 revising and updating conditions for the Willow Bend Subdivision. Presentation by Angel Hernandez, Community Development Director. Mayor Oliva opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to address this item, seeing no one come forward the public hearing was closed and brought back to City Council for a motion.
Moved by Ellett, second by Carter, adoption of Resolution No. 25-08, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING RESOLUTION 07-17 AND UPDATING CONDITIONS FOR THE WILLOW BEND SUBDIVISION.
AYES: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
6. This was the date and time set for a public hearing to consider amending the Zoning Map of the City of El Centro pertaining to Annexation EC 1-24 (Willow Bend Subdivision Annexation). Presentation by Angel Hernandez, Community Development Director. Mayor Oliva opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to address this item, seeing no one come forward the public hearing was closed and brought back to City Council for a motion.
Moved by Marroquin, second by Camarena, introduction of Ordinance No. 25-01, ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO PERTAINING TO EC 1-24 (WILLOW BEND SUBDIVISION ANNEXATION), waive reading and approve as first reading and authorize City Clerk to place on the next agenda for second reading and adoption.
AYES: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
7. This was the date and time set for a public hearing to consider a resolution approving Annexation EC 1- 24 (Willow Bend Subdivision Annexation). Presentation by Angel Hernandez, Community Development Director. Mayor Oliva opened the public hearing and asked if anyone wished to address this item, seeing no one come forward the public hearing was closed and brought back to City Council for a motion.
Moved by Marroquin, second by Carter, adoption of Resolution No. 25-09, RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING ANNEXATION EC 1-24 (WILLOW BEND SUBDIVISION ANNEXATION).
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AYES: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
NEW BUSINESS
8. Presentation by Angel Hernandez, Community Development Director, discussion and any necessary action regarding the Imperial Avenue Complete Streets Plan. Presented by Jacob Leon from KTUA Group.
Motion by Marroquin, second by Carter, adoption of the Imperial Avenue Complete Streets Plan.
AYES: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
9. Moved by Marroquin, Second by Carter, adoption of Resolution No. 25-10, RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF A WORK TRUCK FOR PARKS DIVISION BASED UPON INFORMAL BIDS.
AYES: Ellett, Carter, Oliva, Marroquin, Camarena
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAINED: None
LEGISLATIVE
None
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
Reported on activities.
ADJOURNMENT
With no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 8:41 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 # 2024-280)
Item: 9.
Meeting: 2/18/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Community Services
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Clara Obeso, Comm.
Services Speciliast
Department Head: Adriana Nava
DOC ID: 2024-280
Discussion Regarding 2025-2026 Community Development Block Grants (CDBG) Proposals Received
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
Discussion and necessary action related to proposals received for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Year 2025-2026
FISCAL IMPACT:
The City's estimated allocation for the Community Development Block Grant Program Program Year 2025/26 is $526,655. The City also anticipates receiving approximately $25,000 in Program Income funds generated by previous state-awarded grants.
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:
Recreation & Lifelong Learning
City Beautification, Engagement & Civic Pride
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:
The CDBG Citizen Participation Plan requires staff to prepare and publish a Request for Proposals (RFP) wherein the community and City departments are invited to submit projects and programs for funding consideration. Staff conducted the RFP process from December 9, 2024, through January 7, 2025, in order to prepare the 2025-2026 Annual Action Plan. Two publicly noticed meetings were conducted; one at the El Centro Adult Center on November 25, 2024, with no residents in attendance, and a second meeting at the El Centro Council Chambers on December 16, 2024, with no residents in attendance.
Additionally, the Request for Proposal packet was mailed to an established list of non-profit organizations located in El Centro and the information was posted on the City's website.
DISCUSSION:
As previously mentioned, organizations were invited to submit proposals that could potentially be funded through the CDBG program. A total of eleven (11) proposals were received as follows:
• Six (6) for Public Services (including Fair Housing); • Three (3) for Housing Activities
• One (1) for Program Administration; and
• One (1) for Code Enforcement
Included with this agenda item is a summary of all proposals received.
Any proposal being considered for funding must meet one of the three National Objectives set by the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) as follows:
1. Benefit at least 51% of low and moderate-income persons
2. Aid in the prevention or elimination of slum or blight
3. Meet other community development needs having a particular urgency As part of this agenda presentation, staff will be asking the Council to determine which projects and/or programs are to be funded and for how much. Staff will be providing information on the eligible proposals, proposal-funding requests, past performance of the applicant, and staff evaluation of the proposal and applicant. As the council considers how to allocate funding, two (2) CDBG program limitations need to be considered. The first is a 20% cap on funding for Program Administration and the second is a 15% cap on funding for public services. These are both federally mandated funding caps. The amounts allocated toward these activities will be based on an estimate of annual funding to be received for the 2025-2026 Fiscal Year. If the amount received is less than the projected funding, allocations for Public Services and Program Administration will be reduced to ensure compliance with the respective funding caps for these activities.
Staff recommends the approval of activities and funding levels as shown in the attached summary. As it relates to one of the activities, “Public Facilities/Infrastructure,” Council has three (3) options from which to select one (1) option and the amount available for this activity is $277,576 . Below are are the options:
- Improvements to Frazier Field
- Purchase of bus shelters
-Improvements at McGee Park/Community Center
The draft Annual Action Plan will be brought back to City Council for final approval on April 15, 2025. The public comment period for the Annual Action Plan will be from April 15, 2025, to May 15, 2025. After the 30-day comment period ends, City staff will submit the Final Annual Action Plan to HUD by no later than May 16, 2025.
CONCLUSION:
Provide direction to Staff regarding Community Development Block Grant activities for Program Year 25/26.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Public Service Accomplishments
2. 2025-26 Summary of Proposals and Recommendations
PUBLIC SERVICES
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
2021-2024
2021-
2022
2022-
2023
2023-
2024
2024-
2025
Projected 200 0 30 25
Actual Served 11 0 7 4
0 50
100
150
200
250
Projected
Actual Served
SURE HELPLINE CENTER
FUNDS
REQUESTED/RECEIVED/EXPENDED
2021
$83,846/$7,021/$7,021
2022
Did not apply
2023
$51,600/$5,344/$5,344
2024
$42,600/$8,845/$1,368
2
3 2021-
2022
2022-
2023
2023-
2024
2024-
2025
Projected 199 66 180 173
Actual Served 62 97 97 101
0 100
200
300
Projected
Actual Served
SENIOR NUTRITION
FUNDS
REQUESTED/RECEIVED/EXPENDED
2021
$12,000 / $12,180 / $12,180
2022
$12,000 / $11,885 / $11,885
2023
$18,000 / $18,000 / $18,000
2024
$20,000 / $17,280 / $17,280
4 2021-
2022
2022-
2023
2023-
2024
2024-
2025
Projected 165 25 60 96
Actual Served 248 248 63 0
0 100
200
300
Projected
Actual Served
HOMELESS DAY CENTER
FUNDS
REQUESTED/RECEIVED/EXPENDED
2021
$250,000/$7,680/$0.00
2022
$14,352 / $8,140/ $8,140
2023
$25,000 / $6,000 / $6,000
2024
$20,000 / $8,623 / $0.00
5 2021-
2022
2022-
2023
2023-
2024
2024-
2025
Projected 0 200 200 0
Actual Served 0 409 194 0
0 100
200
300
Projected
Actual Served
El CENTRO PAL
FUNDS
REQUESTED/RECEIVED/EXPENDED
2021
Not Funded
2022
$10,000/$8,043/$8,043
2023
$10,000 / $10,000 / $10,000
2024
Not Funded
Summary List of CDBG Project Proposals Received for Program Year 2025-26 Name of Organization Program Description Amount
Requested
Recommended
Allocation
Final allocation Budget Items Target
Category
Type of People
Served
Proposed
Number of
People to be
Served
PUBLIC SERVICES (15% Cap)
Community Services Dept. - Fair
Housing Program
Promote Fair Housing Activities
*Required Activity $ 47,250 $ 47,250 $ 47,250 Fair Housing services in areas with high portion of low/moderate income Public Services Low/Mod persons 400
Sub-Total $ 47,250 $ 47,250 $ 47,250 Required allocation amount Catholic Charities -
Senior Nutrition Program Food delivery to homebound seniors $ 25,000 $ 16,280 Staffing, supplies & miscellaneous: Personnel expenses ($5,000), Miscellaneous ($20,000)
Recommendation: Minimum of 80% of allocation be utilized for purchase of food
Public Services Low/mod
Senior Citizens 250
Catholic Charities -
Homeless Day Center
Day center designed to cater to the homeless.
Center will provide shelter, bathrooms and
showers, laundry, and supportive services.
$ 25,000 $ 7,623 Staffing, consultant, utilities, equipment & supplies, travel, consulting services: Personnel expenses ($5,000), Miscellaneous Homeless Low/Mod persons 277
Sure Helpline Center -
Safe Haven
Sheltering of Domestic Violence victims,
counseling, crisis intervention, legal services $ 20,000 $ 7,845 Staffing ($4,000), Utilities ($13,800), Supplies-Misc office supplies ($2,200). Public Services Low/Mod persons 7 El Centro PAL
Recreational programs & activities including
soccer, boxing, martial arts, golf, fishing,
bowling, tutoring, and mentoring.
$ 10,000 $ 3,750 $ -
Utilities ($4,000), Insurance ($2,000), Equipment ($3,000), & Supplies ($1,000). At-risk youth Low/Mod persons
600
Whole Person Care Clinic
Provide street medicine outreach to individuals
who are experiencing homelessness and are
medically vulnerable
$ 25,000 $ -
Personnel ($5,000), Consultant ($6,000), Travel ($6,000), & Supplies ($5,400), Miscellaneous ($2,600). Homeless Low/Mod persons 644
Sub-Total $ 105,000 $ 35,498 $ -
Improvements Frazier Field $ - $ 277,576 Low/Mod area
Purchase of Bus Shelters Low/Mod Area
McGee Park/Comm Center
Improvements $ - Low/Mod Area
Sub-Total $ - $ 277,576 $ -
HOUSING ACTIVITIES
Community Services Dept. Lead Based Paint $ 5,000 $ 5,000 Reduction or elimination of lead-based paint hazards on rehabilitated properties
Lead based paint
hazards
Low/Mod
Households 1
Community Services Dept. Asbestos Removal $ 10,000 $ 10,000 Asbestos testing and/or abatement for rehabilitated homes through the City's Housing Rehabilitation program Housing activities Low/Mod Households 1 Community Services Dept. Sidewalks in support of Housing Rehabilitation $ 10,000 $ 10,000 Reconstruction of sidewalk in front of Housing Rehabilitation Projects. Housing activities Low/Mod Households 1
Sub-Total $ 25,000 $ 25,000 $ -
Community Development Dept. Code Enforcement Program $ 56,000 $ 56,000 Temporary staffing, legal fees, training, dues and memberships, and office supplies Code Enforcement Low/Mod Area 100
Sub-Total $ 56,000 $ 56,000 $ -
PROGRAM ADMINISTRATION
(20% Cap)
Community Services Dept. Program Administration $ 110,331 $ 110,331 $ - Personnel & associated costs for administration of CDBG Program Program Admin Sub-Total $ 110,331 $ 110,331 $ -
Total of Proposals Received $ 343,581 $ 551,655 $ 47,250 $ 526,655 Estimated CDBG Allocation
$ 25,000 Estimated Program Income
$ 551,655 Total Funding Available
Allocation not to exceed $110,331 ($105,331 Entitlement and $5,000 Program Income) Allocations not to exceed $35,498. ($31,748 Entitlement and $3,750 Program Income)
CODE ENFORCEMENT
PUBLIC FACILITIES & INFRASTRUCTURE
City Project to be Chose by Council
City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243
SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-32)
Item: 10.
Meeting: 2/18/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Public Works
Category: Action Item
Prepared by: Felix DeLeon , Senior
Engineer
Department Head: Abraham Campos
DOC ID: 2025-32
Award of the Wastewater Treatment Plant UV Disinfection Improvements Project.
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution No. 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO
AWARDING THE BID AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR THE
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT UV DISINFECTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT FISCAL IMPACT:
No impact to the General Fund. The project is expected to span two fiscal years. Funding from the Wastewater Enterprise Fund is proposed as follows.
FY 25 - 502-9521-710106 $600,000
FY 26 - 502-9521-710106 $678,530
Total $1,278,530
FY25 funding is in the existing budget, and the FY26 funding will be incorporated into the FY26 budget.
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.:
Contractor has a current Contractor A License and has successfully completed work for the City of El Centro in the past. Contractor to obtain a City Business License prior to starting construction activities.
BACKGROUND:
The City of El Centro Wastewater treatment facility treats and discharges the city's sewer collection system into the IID's drainage system, which ultimately makes it way to the Salton Sea. UV Disinfection is the last step in the treatment process prior to discharge. Currently, the existing UV lamps are reaching the end of their useful life and the current system is now obsolete and will soon no longer be serviceable. Failure to replace the UV lamps may bring the wastewater treatment plant out of compliance, resulting in State violations.
The City's Public Works staff took to Council on December 07, 2021, the approval of a vendor agreement with Trojan Technologies Group for the Purchase of Equipment necessary to replace the UV disinfection units and necessary equipment. The City of El Centro Council approved the purchase under Resolution No. 21-95.
The City's Public Works Staff took to Council on November 05, 2024 plans and specifications for approval and authorization to solicit bids. Notice inviting bids was advertised on November 15, 2024.
Pre-Bid Meeting was held on December 3rd, 2024.
DISCUSSION:
The project's bid opening was held on January 9th 2025, the City received 5 bids.
Pacific Hydrotech Corporation: $1,162,300
HPS Mechanical Inc.: $1,217,372
Jennette Company Inc.: $1,380,000
Cora Constructors: $1,448,900
Griffith Company: $1,730,390
Staff reviewed the bids and determined Pacific Hydrotech Corporation to be the lowest responsive bidder. Staff recommends awarding the project to Pacific Hydrotech Corporation.
CONCLUSION:
Adopt Resolution No. 25- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO
AWARDING THE BID AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR THE
WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT UV DISINFECTION IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT ATTACHMENTS:
1. BID Results Sheet WWTP UV Disinfection Improvements
2. Resolution 25-
BID SHEET
PROJECT: Wastewater Treatment Plant UV
Disinfection Project
Public Works/Engineering
BID OPENING DATE: 1/9/2025
BID OPENING TIME: 2:00 PM
BIDDER NAME TOTAL BID
Jennette Company Inc. $1,380,000.00
HPS Mechanical Inc. $1,217,372.00
Griffith Company $1,730,390.00
Pacific Hydrotech Corporation $1,162,300.00
Cora Constructors $1,448,900.00
01/2025/cdz/A25-0007/Reso/BidAward/WWTPUVDisinfectionImprovProj 1 RESOLUTION NO. 25-
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL
CENTRO AWARDING THE BID AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR THE WASTEWATER
TREATMENT PLANT UV DISINFECTION IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT
WHEREAS, the plans and specifications have been adopted by the City Council of the City of El Centro, California (the “City Council”) and the notice inviting bids has been advertised as required by section 2-185.15 of the City of El Centro Municipal Code for the Wastewater Treatment Plant UV Disinfection Improvements Project (the “Project”); and WHEREAS, bids were received and opened on January 09, 2025, in accordance with law and the Director of Public Works/City Engineer has made a report thereon; and WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the report of the Director of Public Works/City Engineer and, as a result, has determined that five (5) firms submitted bids with Pacific Hydrotech Corporation, an active California corporation, submitting the lowest responsive and responsible Total Bid in the amount of One Million, One Hundred Sixty-Two Thousand, Three Hundred dollars and zero cents ($1,162,300.00) as calculated based on unit prices; and WHEREAS, the City Council has determined to award Pacific Hydrotech Corporation the total bid in the total amount of One Million, One Hundred Sixty-Two Thousand, Three Hundred dollars and zero cents ($1,162,300.00) as calculated based on unit prices; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the award and approval of a contract for the Project will be in the best interest of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
1. That the foregoing is true, correct and adopted.
2. That the City Council hereby accepts the bid of Pacific Hydrotech Corporation and rejects all other bids for the Project.
3. That the Interim City Manager is hereby authorized to sign a contract for the Project in the total amount One Million, One Hundred Sixty-Two Thousand, Three Hundred dollars and zero cents ($1,162,300.00), a copy of which is on file in the Office of the City Clerk, on behalf of the City.
4. That the City Council hereby establishes a construction contingency fund of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand, Two Hundred Thirty dollars and zero cents ($116,230.00) for the Project.
5. That the Interim City Manager is further authorized to approve and execute any change orders for the Project up to a single change order amount of One Hundred Sixteen Thousand, Two Hundred Thirty dollars and zero cents ($116,230.00) individually or
01/2025/cdz/A25-0007/Reso/BidAward/WWTPUVDisinfectionImprovProj 2 collectively, as needed for unanticipated construction contingencies and is required to report all change orders to the City Council as soon as practical.
6. That the City Council shall approve any change order that either individually exceeds the single change order amount or in combination with other approved change orders, exceed the amount established as the construction contingency fund for the Project as set forth herein.
7. That the contract for the Project shall be reviewed and approved as to form by the City Attorney prior to execution and placed on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Centro, California held on the day of , 2025.
CITY OF EL CENTRO
By __________________________
Tomas 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 # 2025-44)
Item: 11.
Meeting: 2/18/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Community Services
Category: Presentation
Prepared by: Adriana Nava,
Community Services Director
Department Head: Adriana Nava
DOC ID: 2025-44
Gomez Park Project Update
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
No action required. This is an information item only.
FISCAL IMPACT:
As presented, the Gomez Park Project will not impact the general fund. A Proposition 68 Grant was sought and granted in the amount of $5.7 million.
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:
Recreation & Lifelong Learning
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE
DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:
The due diligence process was completed in 2023. The Contractor's license was verified and in good standing. Previous Contractor experience includes the McGee Park Restrooms and First Responders Park Project.
BACKGROUND:
On March 12, 2021, the Community Services Department submitted a $5.7 million grant application for Gomez Park under the State Parks grant program, which had a total of $395.3 million in available funding.
On May 20, 2021, the City received an email from the State requesting additional information and clarification. Following this, State representatives conducted a site visit at Gomez Park on July 1, 2021, meeting with City staff to assess the project.
After a highly competitive selection process, City staff received official notification during a teleconference with State Parks on December 7, 2021, that the grant had been awarded.
This marks the largest park grant the City has ever received.
The Grant Agreement, securing $5.7 million for Gomez Park, was fully executed by the State and City Manager on February 19, 2022.
DISCUSSION:
A total of $5.7 million in Proposition 68 grant funds has been allocated for the reconstruction of Gomez Park. The project includes a range of new facilities that will significantly enhance the park’s amenities and accessibility. Planned improvements include:
• Two multi-sport courts with lighting
• Various all-inclusive playground areas
• An adult exercise area
• A small pavilion
• A restroom and snack bar facility
• Shaded ramadas with picnic tables
• A walking path with exercise stations for seniors
• A large athletic field with lighting
• Two parking lots with alley improvements
In late 2023, Three Peaks Corporation was awarded the construction contract, with Hermann Design Group leading the project’s design efforts.
On February 5, 2025, City staff and the design team convened to review the 90% design plans. The City's review team, including Engineering and Public Works, focused on ensuring the park continues to function as a retention basin—a key design challenge requiring an in-depth understanding of the neighborhood’s watershed and the park’s pump system.
The project team anticipates submitting final plans to the Building Division for review by Bureau Veritas in March 2025. As a design-build project, the construction phase will proceed without a separate bidding process. Construction is expected to begin in April 2025 and will span approximately 12 months.
CONCLUSION:
This is an information item only and no additional action is warranted at this time.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. 102263-01_Proposal - Gomez Park Playgrounds and Fitness Option 4
2. Grading Site Plans
3. Landscaping Site Plans
Proposal for
El Centro City
Prepared by
01-28-2025
Job # 102263-01
Gomez Park Playgrounds and Fitness Option 4
619-876-6623 | www.gwpark.com
2 Color HDPE
2 Color HDPE 2
Accent
Accent 2
Arch
Basic
Basic 2
Batting Cage
Buffings
Cabling
Climber Nets
Coated Site
Deck:PVC
EPDM
Fabric 1
Fabric 2
Fence Guard
Fun Formz
Handgrip
HDPE
HDPE 2
Metal Roof
Netting
Plastic Lumber
RB Frame PC
RB Slat PC
RB Frame TP
RB Slat TP
Recycle Wood
Rock Plastic
Roof
Roof 2
Roto Plastic
Roto Plastic 2
Sky Wheel
Thermoplast
Tube
Uni Plastic
Wallcano
Web
Windscreen
2025 Custom Color Sheet
Starting Palette
Project:
Custom
Colors:
Total Elevated Play Components
Total Different Types Of Ground Level Components
Total Accessible Ground Level Components Shown
Total Elevated Components Accessible By Transfer
Total Elevated Play Components Accessible By Ramp
Representative
This play
equipment is
recommended
for children ages
Required
Required
Required
Required
This drawing can be
scaled only when in
an 18" x 24" format
Minimum Area Required:
Scale:
Drawing Name:
Date:
This Unit includes play events and Drawn By: routes or travel specifically designed for special needs users. It is the
opinion of the manufacturer that
these play events and routes of
travel conform to the accessibility
requirements of the ADA (Americans
with Disabilities Act)
IMPORTANT: Soft resilient surfacing
should be placed in the use zones of all
equipment, as specified for each type of
equipment, and at depths to meet the
critical fall heights as specified by the U.S.
consumer Product Safety Commission,
ASTM standard F 1487 and Canadian
Standard CAN/CSA-Z-614
C E R T I F I E D 150 PlayCore Drive SE
Fort Payne, AL 35967
www.gametime.com
1 4 0 0 1 CERTIFIED
El Centro City
Gomez Park
El Centro, CA
Great Western
KD
1/23/2025
102263-01-Opt 4
2-5/5-12 - -
7/16
-/11 -/4
7/14 4/4
3/10 2/6
3/6 2/3
SALES REP
KJ LeCESNE
619-876-6623
[email protected]
El Centro City
Attn: Javier Villaverde
1249 W Main St
El Centro, CA 92243
United States
Phone: 760-336-8971
[email protected]
Ship to Zip 92243
Qty Part # Description List $ Selling $ Ext. Selling $
2-5 Structure
1 RDU GameTime - Custom Playground Ages 2-5-
Reference Drawing 102263-01-Opt4
$62,898.00 $49,214.56 $49,214.56
5-12 Structure
1 RDU GameTime - Custom Playground Ages 5-12-
Reference Drawing 102263-01-Op4
$281,738.95 $219,472.34 $219,472.34
Freestanding Elements
1 5192 GT-Shade - Double Bay Swing Shade $14,072.00 $13,649.84 $13,649.84 4 8918 GameTime - Belt Seat Pkg 5"Od(8918) $402.00 $337.68 $1,350.72 1 91862 GameTime - SkyRun Zip Track 35 ft Zero G & Zip Db $32,069.00 $26,937.96 $26,937.96 Fitness Area
1 14913 GameTime - Thrive 900 $72,718.00 $61,083.12 $61,083.12 5203 PIP GT-Impax - Poured in Place Surfacing5,203 total sf, 8' CFH Quote includes a 3.25" & 4.0" cushion layer and a 0.5" wear layer SUPREME 0.5 - 1.5mm Granules
Includes a TPV SUPREME color mix of 100% Colors
Extensive Design includes 2 Pads
Includes (3) color mixes - see below for breakdown:
Pad 1
10' CFH
- 808 sf with a color mix of Blue
- 777 sf with a color mix of Red
- 115 sf with a color mix of Yellow with Black Borders around Text and Double Stars Pad 2
8' CFH
- 3,328 sf with a color mix of Blue with 123 LF of Turndown bordering EWF - 175 sf with a color mix of Yellow with Black Borders around Text and Double Stars Design includes Main Base colors, with multiple lightning shapes, large sections of alternating colors, shooting star designs, Reg star designs, a "WOOSH", a "POW"
No TTA
Aliphatic Binder
Prevailing Wages
$38.31 $38.31 $199,326.93
1 178749 GameTime - Owner's Kit $92.08 $92.08 $92.08
Sub Total $571,127.55
GameTime C/O Great Western Recreation
P.O. Box 680121
Fort Payne, AL 35967
Office: 435-245-5055 Fax: 435-245-5057
www.gwpark.com
01/28/2025
Quote #
102263-01-04
Gomez Park Playgrounds and Fitness Option 4 Page 1 of 5
Qty Part # Description List $ Selling $ Ext. Selling $
Estimated Freight $24,137.74
Tax $30,673.55
Total $625,938.84
Comments
Your Sales Rep is KJ LeCesne. Please reach out to KJ at 619-876-6623 if you should have any questions regarding this quote.
Due to the volatility of freight costs, the freight pricing is subject to change at the time of order.
Pricing is subject to change. Request updated pricing when purchasing from quotes more than 30 days old. ***OPTIONAL-To include a Payment and Performance Bond, please add $9,560 plus tax if applicable.
Shipping to Site Location:
900 Dogwood Road
El Centro, CA 92243
*Freight charges are based on listed zip code and are subject to change if shipping information changes. *Deposit may be required.
Permitting not included, unless otherwise noted.
Customer is responsible for offloading.
Installation not included.
Prevailing Wages for Surfacing Only
GameTime C/O Great Western Recreation
P.O. Box 680121
Fort Payne, AL 35967
Office: 435-245-5055 Fax: 435-245-5057
www.gwpark.com
01/28/2025
Quote #
102263-01-04
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Remit Payment to:
GameTime
P.O. Box 680121
Fort Payne, AL 35968
Taxes:
All applicable taxes will be added at time of invoicing unless otherwise included or a tax-exempt certificate is provided.
If sales tax exempt, you must provide a copy of certificate to be considered exempt.
Prices:
FOB Factory.
Orders:
All orders shall be in writing by purchase order, contract, or similar document made out to PlayCore Wisconsin Inc., dba GameTime.
Standard GameTime equipment orders over $100,000 may require a deposit of 25% at the time of order and an additional 25% at or before order ships Standard orders with equipment, installation and surfacing are requested to be split billed.
Equipment, Taxes & Freight as noted above
Installation and Surfacing billed as completed and Due Upon Receipt.
Terms:
Cash With Order Discount (CWO): Orders for GameTime equipment paid in full at time of order via check, Electronic Funds Transfer (ACH or wire) are eligible for a three percent (3%) cash with order discount.
Payment via credit card: If you elect to pay by credit card, GameTime charges a 2.50% processing fee that is assessed on the amount of your payment. This fee is shown as a separate line item and included in the total amount charged to your credit card. You have the option to pay by check, ACH or Wire without any additional fees.
Credit terms are Net 30 days, subject to approval by the GameTime Credit Manager. A completed credit application must be submitted and approved prior to the order being received. Please allow at minimum 2 days for the credit review process. GameTime may also require:
Completed Project Information Sheet (if applicable)
Copies of Payment and Performance Bonds (if applicable) A 1.5% per month finance charge will be imposed on all past due invoices.
Retainage not accepted.
Orders under $5,000 require payment with order.
GameTime C/O Great Western Recreation
P.O. Box 680121
Fort Payne, AL 35967
Office: 435-245-5055 Fax: 435-245-5057
www.gwpark.com
01/28/2025
Quote #
102263-01-04
Gomez Park Playgrounds and Fitness Option 4 Page 3 of 5
ACCEPTANCE OF QUOTATION:
Billing and Shipping information will be as stated on quote unless indicated below.
Change billing information to:
Address: _______________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ Contact: _______________________________________________________ Change shipping information to:
Address: _______________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________ Contact: _______________________________________________________ Colors: Per Renderings Yes or No
Palette _____________________________
Per Submittals ____________________________________________________________ Other Colors, please specify __________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________ Purchase Amount: $625,938.84
Signature: _______________________________________ Date: _____________________ Acceptance of this proposal indicates your agreement to the terms and conditions stated herein.
DIR# 1000015526 CSLB#855664
GameTime C/O Great Western Recreation
P.O. Box 680121
Fort Payne, AL 35967
Office: 435-245-5055 Fax: 435-245-5057
www.gwpark.com
01/28/2025
Quote #
102263-01-04
Gomez Park Playgrounds and Fitness Option 4 Page 4 of 5
INSTALLATION CONDITIONS:
ACCESS: Site should be clear, level and allow for unrestricted access of trucks and machinery.
STORAGE: Customer is responsible for providing a secure location to off-load and store the equipment during the installation process. Once equipment has delivered to the site, the owner is responsible should theft or vandalism occur unless other arrangements are made and noted on the quotation.
FOOTER EXCAVATION: Installation pricing is based on footer excavation through earth/soil only. Customer shall be responsible for unknown conditions such as buried utilities (public & private), tree stumps, rock, or any concealed materials or conditions that may result in additional labor or materials cost.
UTILITIES: Owner is responsible for locating any private utilities.
ADDITIONAL COSTS: Pricing is based on a single mobilization for installation unless otherwise noted. Price includes ONLY what is stated in this quotation. If additional site work or specialized equipment is required, pricing is subject to change.
GameTime C/O Great Western Recreation
P.O. Box 680121
Fort Payne, AL 35967
Office: 435-245-5055 Fax: 435-245-5057
www.gwpark.com
01/28/2025
Quote #
102263-01-04
Gomez Park Playgrounds and Fitness Option 4 Page 5 of 5
ENGINEERING | PLANNING | SURVEY | ENVIRONMENTAL
44-600 Village Court, Suite 100 Palm Desert, CA 92260 t.760.346.4750 f. 760.340.0089 TheAltumGroup.com
ENGINEERING | PLANNING | SURVEY | ENVIRONMENTAL
44-600 Village Court, Suite 100 Palm Desert, CA 92260 t.760.346.4750 f. 760.340.0089 TheAltumGroup.com
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City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243
SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-45)
Item: 12.
Meeting: 2/18/2025 4:00 PM
Department: Community Services
Category: Presentation
Prepared by: Adriana Nava,
Community Services Director
Department Head: Adriana Nava
DOC ID: 2025-45
Eddie White Complex/Frazier Field Park Improvements Update CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
Not applicable.
FISCAL IMPACT:
A total of $385,000 in Measure P funds was allocated for Frazier Field Park Improvements.
Additionally, $342,012 in grant funds were received from the Imperial County Air Pollution Control District.
STRATEGIC PLANNING PROGRAM 2022-2027 RELATION:
Recreation & Lifelong Learning
DUE DILIGENCE CHECK FOR CONTRACTORS/CONSULTANTS: DID THE
DEPARTMENT VERIFY CURRENT EL CENTRO BUSINESS LICENSE,
CONTRACTOR'S LICENSE, REFERENCE CHECKES, INSURANCE, ETC.:
Improvements are being made by qualified contractors.
BACKGROUND:
The Eddie White Complex/Frazier Field Park is located at the southeast corner of Sixth Street and Villa Avenue. The park features four baseball diamonds and a parking lot along its eastern boundary.
Surrounding the park are McKinley Elementary School to the west, Kennedy Middle School to the south, an alleyway to the north, and Sixth Street to the east. Ownership of the baseball diamonds is divided, with the front diamonds along Sixth Street owned by the City of El Centro and the rear diamonds owned by the El Centro Elementary School District. Through an Interagency Agreement adopted by the City Council and the School District in 2023, the City is authorized to utilize the District’s portion of the park.
The facility primarily serves as the home field for El Centro Little League and is occasionally used by BEST Step Forward. The City does not collect fees for the use of the facility.
DISCUSSION:
As part of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget, staff requested funding for improvements to Frazier Field, and the City Council subsequently approved $385,000 for these upgrades. A conceptual site plan is attached for reference. These improvements, funded through Measure P, include:
• Snack bar renovations, featuring metal doors, stainless steel tables, and a sink • Batting cages
• A 6-foot-wide sidewalk
• Scoreboards for Fields 1 and 2
• Picnic tables and benches
• A lighted park sign
Construction is already underway. The batting cages are currently under construction, and the snack bar renovations have been completed. To minimize disruption and keep the park operational, the walkways, scoreboards, and other amenities will be installed at the end of the Little League season in late fall.
In addition to these improvements, a separate project is in progress to pave a dirt parking lot with a 24-foot roadway and a 6-foot pedestrian pathway. The proposed design is attached for reference. While $342,012 has been allocated for this project, costs may increase once it goes out to bid.
CONCLUSION:
This is an information item only.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Proposed Frazier Improvements
2. Project Budget
3. Batting Cages
4. FRAZIER FIELD CONCEPT-02-13-2024
Proposed Batting Cage
20’ x 60’
Frazier Field Complex
Replace Scoreboard
Replace Scoreboard
6’ Wide Sidewalk
Renovate (4) Dugouts
Shaded Picnic Tables
New Sign
Frazier Field Improvements
Budget $385,000
Item Budget Status
Metal doors/frames/ac unit at restrooms-snack bar $21,618 Completed Snack Bar interior renovation $19,500 Completed
Stainless Steel Tables/Sink $800 Ordered
Total spent to date $41,918
------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ Batting Cages $55,000
6ft sidewalk $18,000
Dugouts Field 1 & 2 $120,000
Scoreboards for Fields 1 & 2 $40,000
Picnic tables and benches $30,000
Lighted Park Sign $15,000
Soft Costs (Ads – Labor Compliance) $7,000
Subtotal $285,000
Contingency $30,000
Total $315,000
23° '
ASPHALT PAVEMENT
NEW CONCRETE SIDEWALK
LEGEND
LANDSCAPE/GROUNDCOVER AREA
ASPHALT DIKE
NEW CONCRETE CURB AND GUTTER
HDPE 4" PIPE
41,137 SFT
TOTAL IMPERVIOUS AREA
INSTALLATION OF HOT MIX ASPHALT PER CITY
STANDARDS REQUIREMENTS.
INSTALLATION OF ASPHALT DIKE PER CALTRANS DETAIL
INSTALLATION OF RETENTION BASIN PER CITY
GUIDELINES
INTSTALLATION OF HDPE PIPE PER PER CITY
STANDARDS
PAINT PARKING STRIPES PER CITY SPECIFICATIONS
INSTALLATION OF CONCRETE RIBBON GUTTER PER CITY
STANDARDS.
02 04
02 EXISTING/DEMOLITION KEYNOTES
CONSTRUCTION KEYNOTES
PROJECT LIMITS
SCALE 1:30
1 2
3 4
(98.27) (98.22)
1 5
TOTAL AREA - 41,137. SFT
SDV= 1366 CFT
RETENTION CAPACITY= 2200 CFT
4 3
3 5
5 1
6 6
2 4
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City Council of the City of El Centro
1275 W. Main Street
El Centro, CA 92243
SUBMITTED
ACTION ITEM (ID # 2025-31)
Item: 13.
Meeting: 2/18/2025 4:00 PM
Department: City Clerk
Category: Informational Items
Prepared by: Norma Valenzuela,
Secretarial Assistant
Department Head: Norma Wyles
DOC ID: 2025-31
Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License- Petromart Retail Group, Inc. El Centro Fuel and Food #3, 1302 S 4TH ST El Centro, CA 92243-4502.
CITY MANAGER'S RECOMMENDATION:
Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License- Petromart Retail Group, Inc. El Centro Fuel and Food #3, 1302 S 4TH ST El Centro, CA 92243-4502.
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. Petrolmart Retail Group, Inc El Centro Fuel and Food #3