CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 PM.
ROLL CALL
Members Present: Michael Allawos, Gary Boyer, Karen K. Davis, Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chair David J. Fredendall, and Mayor/Chair Mendell L. Thompson Members Absent: None
Staff Present: City Manager/Executive Director Adam Raymond, City/Agency Attorney Danny Aleshire, Assistant City Manager Moises Lopez, Deputy City Manager Marie Ricci, Police Chief Matt Egan, Captain Mike Randazzo, Finance Director/City Treasurer Kyle Johnson, Information Technology Director Sam Robbin (via Zoom), Assistant Public Works Director Michael Sledd, City Clerk/Communications Director Kathleen Sessman, Housing and Economic Development Manager Valerie Velasquez, Library Services Manager Cindy Romero, Senior Planner Natalie Espinoza, City Planner Mark Carnahan, Principal Planner Hans Friedel, Management Analyst Alycia Suniga, Digital Media Specialist Craig Gill, Senior Digital Media Specialist Greg Morton, City Clerk Specialist Lorena Cordova, and Deputy City Clerk/Records Manager Roxanne Breceda.
INVOCATION AND PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Invocation was given by Pastor Michael Cordich of First Baptist Church.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Matt Bartlett.
HIGH SCHOOL STUDENT REPORTS
City Council presented certificates of recognition to Charter Oak Student Representative Caroline Riggs, Glendora High School Representative Aiden Garcia, Saint Lucy’s Priory Representative Alexa Straite, and Whitcomb Student Representative Sylvan Ho.
REORDERING OF AND ADDITIONS TO THE AGENDA
There were no requests received.
PUBLIC COMMENT
1. Public Comments received
Comments were received from: Glendora Welfare Association President Matt Bartlett, Fred Sparling, Athens Services Director of Government Services Denaee Amaya, Mia Lang, and Russell Salvador.
MEMBER STATEMENTS/REPORTS
City of Glendora Minutes
Regular Meeting
Tuesday, April 23, 2024
City Hall Council Chamber
116 E. Foothill Boulevard
Virtually via Zoom ID 9329247224
The City Council also serves as members of the Board of Directors of the Successor Agency, Housing and Financing Authority, which are concurrently convening this evening.
Minutes Tuesday, April 23, 2024 Page 2 of 5
Regular Meeting City Council, Successor Agency and Housing Authority Council Member/Commissioner Davis requested to adjourn the meeting in memory of long time Glendoran Dan Wilshire; and encouraged staff and community to wear jeans on April 24, 2024 in observance of Denim Day.
Council Member/Commissioner Allawos requested reports regarding public comments made relating to a Homelessness petition received and Electronic Vehicle (EV) bikes regulations and traffic issues; the 2023 Citizen of the Year banquet for Dr. Cliff Harlow; and the Glendora Woman's Club Roaring 20s fundraising event.
Council Member/Commissioner Boyer commented on a Public Hearing for Caltrans SR-39 (San Gabriel Canyon Road) Reopening and that testimony can be submitted through May 11, 2024 by visiting the Caltrans website.
Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Fredendall commented on May events and activities; Mother's Day; and Graduations.
Mayor/Chair Thompson commented on Earth Day at Finkbiner Park; and Mayor's Prayer Breakfast.
CITY MANAGER AND CITY ATTORNEY STATEMENTS
There were no statement or reports given.
SPECIAL ITEMS
2. A Proclamation recognizing the Glendora Public Library Friends Foundation's 30th Birthday The City Council presented Proclamation to Glendora Public Library Friends Foundation Executive Director Maggie Lara and President Kathy Boyer; and Mayor Thompson announced Night on the Plaza on July 13, 2024.
3. A Proclamation presentation designating May 5-11, 2024 as Municipal Clerk's Week The City Council presented Proclamation to City Clerk Specialist Lorena Cordova and Deputy City Clerk/Records Manager Roxanne Breceda.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
4. A Recommendation to the City Council on a Tentative Tract Map and Development Plan Review for 46 Townhomes at 1201-1215 East Arrow Highway, Glendora, California (Project File No. PLN23-0015; Applicant: Abell Helou Homes, Inc.; Property Owner: Peppertree Glen Development, LLC)
Item title was read into the record and the Public Hearing was declared opened. Applicant presentation was given. Testimony was received from: Linda Moore, iPhone (via Zoom), and Steve Thomas (withdrew). Applicant rebuttal and closing comments provided. Public Hearing was declared closed.
A motion was made by Council Member Allawos, seconded by Council Member Davis, that the City Council 1. Adopt a Categorical Exemption pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) for the project; and 2. Adopt Resolution 2024-11 entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 83901 FOR SUBDIVISION OF Minutes Tuesday, April 23, 2024 Page 3 of 5
Regular Meeting City Council, Successor Agency and Housing Authority LAND TO CREATE 46 RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM UNITS AND DEVELOPMENT PLAN
REVIEW FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE TOWNHOMES ON CERTAIN PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1201-1215 EAST ARROW HIGHWAY, GLENDORA, CALIFORNIA (PROJECT FILE NO. PLN23-0015; APPLICANT: ABELL HELOU HOMES, INC; PROPERTY OWNER:
PEPPERTREE GLEN DEVELOPMENT LLC).” An oral roll call vote was conducted, and the motion carried 4 - 1 as follows: AYES: Allawos, Boyer, Davis, Thompson; NOES: Fredendall; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None.
5. A Public Hearing to consider the FY 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan and Substantial Amendment to the FY 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program
Item title was read into the record and the Public Hearing was declared opened. There was no one wishing to provide testimony. Public Hearing was declared closed.
A motion was made by Council Member Allawos, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Fredendall, that the City Council 1. Approve the CDBG Annual Action Plan FY 2024-2025; 2. Authorize staff to adjust funding levels based on actual allocation; 3. Approve the Substantial Amendment to the CDBG Annual Action Plan FY 2023-2024; and 4. Authorize the City Manager to submit the Annual Plan Application and Substantial Amendment for CDBG funding to the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). An oral roll call vote was conducted, and the motion carried 5 - 0 as follows:
AYES: Allawos, Boyer, Davis, Fredendall, Thompson; NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN:
None.
6. First Reading and Introduction of an Ordinance amending the Glendora Municipal Code to bring it into compliance with State law and streamline construction of ADU and SB 9 units consistent General Plan Housing Element (File # PLN23-0035) Item title was read into the record and the Public Hearing was declared opened. Testimony was received from: Shawn. Public Hearing was declared closed.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Fredendall, seconded by Council Member Allawos, that the City Council continue the Public Hearing to the City Council’s first meeting in May, Tuesday, May 14, 2024. An oral roll call vote was conducted, and the motion carried 5 - 0 as follows: AYES:
Allawos, Boyer, Davis, Fredendall, Thompson; NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None.
CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Council Member/Commissioner Davis, seconded by Council Member/Commissioner Allawos, to approve Consent Calendar Items as presented affirming the actions appropriate to each item. An oral roll call vote was conducted, and the motion carried 5 - 0 as follows: AYES: Allawos, Boyer, Davis, Fredendall, Thompson; NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None.
7. Affirm the Minutes from January 23, 2024 and March 26, 2024 Regular City Council meetings The City Council, Successor Agency and Housing Authority affirm minutes as presented.
8. City of Glendora and Glendora Successor Agency Investment Report for March 2024 Minutes Tuesday, April 23, 2024 Page 4 of 5
Regular Meeting City Council, Successor Agency and Housing Authority The City Council, Successor Agency and Housing Authority receive and file the Monthly Investment Activity Report for March 2024.
9. Accept and Approve the Notice of Completion for Louie Pompei Memorial Sports Park Shade Structure Installation Project
The City Council 1. Accepted and Approved the Notice of Completion for the Louie Pompei Memorial Sports Park Shade Structure Installation Project by Ortco, Inc.; and 2. Authorized the Mayor to sign the Notice of Completion for recordation.
MEMBER AGENDA ITEMS
10. Discussion on Public Safety Legislative and Initiative Proposals Under Consideration (Requested by Boyer, Seconded by Allawos)
A motion was made by Council Member Allawos, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Fredendall, that the City Council 1. Direct staff to prepare legislative letters of support for “The Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act” and the seven public safety Assembly Bills (AB): AB 2943, AB 1794, AB 1779, AB 1972, AB 3209, AB 1960, and AB 1802. An oral roll call vote was conducted, and the motion carried 5 - 0 as follows: AYES: Allawos, Boyer, Davis, Fredendall, Thompson; NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None.
11. Review Outdoor Dining Fee (Requested by Thompson)
A motion was made by Council Member Boyer, seconded by Mayor Thompson, that the City Council
1. Direct staff to move forward with increasing the Outdoor Dining annual fee for parklet user to $400 per year, and for sidewalk dining to $150 per year; and 2. Bring back an amended Master Fee Schedule for Council consideration with the requested changes. An oral roll call vote was conducted, and the motion carried 4 - 1 as follows: AYES: Boyer, Davis, Fredendall, Thompson; NOES:
Allawos; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None.
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
12. Update on Recruitments of City Council Appointed Boards and Commissions Recruitment for Terms Expiring on June 30, 2024 and Fill an Unscheduled Vacancy on the Glendora Business Improvement District (BID) Advisory Board, Office No. 2 with a Term expiring June 30, 2027 A motion was made by Council Member Allawos, seconded by Council Member Davis, that the City Council 1. Approve extending the deadline and accepting the application submitted by Veronica Salazar, Mercantile Collective & BeSpoke Hat Bar for the Business Improvement District (BID) Advisory Board; and 2. Approve a Special Meeting on Tuesday, May 14, 2024 to conduct interviews and appointments. An oral roll call vote was conducted, and the motion carried 5 - 0 as follows:
AYES: Allawos, Boyer, Davis, Fredendall, Thompson; NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN:
None.
MEMBER/STAFF CLOSING COMMENTS
There was no statements or reports given.
ADJOURNMENT
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Regular Meeting City Council, Successor Agency and Housing Authority Meeting adjourned at 10:31 PM in memory of Dan Wilshire.
Kathleen R. Sessman, MMC
City Clerk/Communication Director
Minutes were approved on June 11, 2024.