CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Dandy De Paula, Mayor Pro Tem
Maria Teresa Del Rio, Councilmember
Luis Roa, Councilmember
Ernie Vargas, Councilmember
Victor Farfan, Mayor
Wednesday, May 8, 2024
Regular Meeting, 6:00 PM
Ernesto Marquez,City Manager
Megan Garibaldi, City Attorney
Pablo Rubio, City Clerk
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
The City Council meeting was called to order on Wednesday, May 8, 2024 at 6:01 PM
INVOCATION
The invocation was led by Pablo Rubio, City Clerk.
FLAG SALUTE
The flag salute was led by Mayor Farfan.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT
Councilmember Del Rio
Councilmember Roa
Councilmember Vargas
Mayor Pro Tem De Paula
Mayor Farfan
ABSENT
None
Pablo Rubio, City Clerk, announced a quorum.
PUBLIC COMMENTS GENERAL OR ITEMS ON OR OFF THE AGENDA Reynaldo Rodriguez spoke.
PROCLAMATIONS AND CERTIFICATES
There were no Proclamations and Certificates.
PRESENTATIONS
There were no Presentations.
AGENDA ORGANIZATION
There were no changes made to the agenda organization.
A. PUBLIC HEARING(S) / HEARING(s)
There were no Public Hearings.
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PRESENTATIONS
There were no Presentations.
AGENDA ORGANIZATION
There were no changes made to the agenda organization.
A. PUBLIC HEARING(S) / HEARING(s)
There were no Public Hearings.
B. CONSENT CALENDAR
1. WAIVE READING IN FULL OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS ON THE AGENDA That the City Council waive reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda and declare that said titles which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and further reading waived.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Roa, seconded by Councilmember Del Rio, to adopt Consent Calendar as presented, in its entirety.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Del Rio, Roa, Vargas, De Paula, Farfan
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 0;
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 5–0–0–0
2. Recommendation to receive and file warrants processed during the period of April 13 to April 26, 2024.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Roa, seconded by Councilmember Del Rio, to adopt Consent Calendar as presented, in its entirety.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Del Rio, Roa, Vargas, De Paula, Farfan
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 0;
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 5–0–0–0
3. Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 0092024, approving the preliminary Engineer's Report for Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. HGLLA1 and declaring the City Council’s intent to levy an assessment for fiscal year 20242025, and setting a public hearing on the proposed levy at the regular City Council meeting on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Roa, seconded by Councilmember Del Rio, to adopt Consent Calendar as presented, in its entirety.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
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Motion carried: 5–0–0–0
3. Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 0092024, approving the preliminary Engineer's Report for Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. HGLLA1 and declaring the City Council’s intent to levy an assessment for fiscal year 20242025, and setting a public hearing on the proposed levy at the regular City Council meeting on Wednesday, June 12, 2024.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Roa, seconded by Councilmember Del Rio, to adopt Consent Calendar as presented, in its entirety.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Del Rio, Roa, Vargas, De Paula, Farfan
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 0;
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 5–0–0–0
4. Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 0082024, approving the renewal of a fiveyear service agreement with the County of Los Angeles for animal care and control services for the period July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2029.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Roa, seconded by Councilmember Del Rio, to adopt Consent Calendar as presented, in its entirety.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Del Rio, Roa, Vargas, De Paula, Farfan
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 0;
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 5–0–0–0
5. Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 0112024, approving applications for the sale of Safe and Sane Fireworks and Fireworks Stands in the City of Hawaiian Gardens for the year 2024 Independence Day Celebration.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Roa, seconded by Councilmember Del Rio, to adopt Consent Calendar as presented, in its entirety.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Del Rio, Roa, Vargas, De Paula, Farfan
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 0;
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 5–0–0–0
6. Recommendation to approve the minutes for the City Council meeting of Wednesday, April 24, 2024.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Roa, seconded by Councilmember Del Rio, to adopt Consent Calendar as presented, in its entirety.
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AYES: 5; Del Rio, Roa, Vargas, De Paula, Farfan
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 0;
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 5–0–0–0
6. Recommendation to approve the minutes for the City Council meeting of Wednesday, April 24, 2024.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Roa, seconded by Councilmember Del Rio, to adopt Consent Calendar as presented, in its entirety.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Del Rio, Roa, Vargas, De Paula, Farfan
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 0;
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 5–0–0–0
C. DISCUSSION ITEM(S)
1. Recommendation to approve appointments/reappointments to the Planning Commission and Public Safety Commission.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
Pablo Rubio, City Clerk, presented the staff report.
Mayor Pro Tem De Paula spoke.
Councilmember Del Rio spoke.
Councilmember Roa spoke.
Mayor Farfan spoke.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem De Paula, seconded by Councilmember Roa, to approve recommendation.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Del Rio, Roa, Vargas, De Paula, Farfan
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 0;
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 5–0–0–0
2. Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 0102024, approving a written agreement between the City of Hawaiian Gardens and ABC Unified School District, regarding food services for the Summer Food Service Program.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Roa, seconded by Councilmember Del Rio, to approve recommendation and adopt Resolution No. 0102024.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
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Motion carried: 5–0–0–0
2. Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 0102024, approving a written agreement between the City of Hawaiian Gardens and ABC Unified School District, regarding food services for the Summer Food Service Program.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Roa, seconded by Councilmember Del Rio, to approve recommendation and adopt Resolution No. 0102024.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Del Rio, Roa, Vargas, De Paula, Farfan
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 0;
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 5–0–0–0
Joe Jimenez, Recreation and Community Services Director, provided the staff report.
Mayor Pro Tem De Paula spoke.
Councilmember Del Rio spoke.
Councilmember Roa spoke.
3. Recommendation to award construction contract to Hardy & Harper, Inc., in the amount of $4,480,000, and Construction Management and Inspection Services to Ardurra Group, Inc., in the amount of $445,663.06 for Carson Street Beautification Phase II, Project 108 – from Norwalk Boulevard to Bloomfield Avenue and appropriation of additional funding in the amount of $2,130,011 from general funds for the project budget.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
Neema Ghanbari, Public Works Manager, presented the staff report.
Mayor Pro Tem De Paula spoke.
Linda Hollinsworth, Finance Director, spoke.
Councilmember Roa spoke.
Mayor Farfan spoke.
A motion was made by Councilmember Roa, seconded by Councilmember Del Rio, to approve recommendation.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Del Rio, Roa, Vargas, De Paula, Farfan
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 0;
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 5–0–0–0
4. Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 0122024, identifying the Street Improvements Project and adopting the list of projects for fiscal year 20242025 funded by SB 1: the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
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The motion was carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5; Del Rio, Roa, Vargas, De Paula, Farfan
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 0;
RECUSE: 0;
Motion carried: 5–0–0–0
4. Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 0122024, identifying the Street Improvements Project and adopting the list of projects for fiscal year 20242025 funded by SB 1: the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
Councilmember Roa recused himself from Agenda Item No. C4.
Neema Ghanbari, Public Works Manager, presented the staff report.
A motion was made by Councilmember Del Rio, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem De Paula, to approve recommendation and adopt Resolution No. 0122024.
The motion was carried by the following vote:
AYES: 4; Del Rio, Vargas, De Paula, Farfan
NOES: 0;
ABSENT: 0;
RECUSE: 1; Roa
Motion carried: 4–0–0–1
D. COMMITTEE REPORT(S)
There were no Committee Reports.
E. NEW BUSINESS
There were no New Business items.
F. ORAL STAFF REPORT(S)
Joe Jimenez, Recreation and Community Services Director, announced that Saturday, May 11 is the scholarship dinner; May 17 is a 6 Grade Fun Day at Fedde Middle School; May 22 is the Mayor Youth Walk Achevement; May 27 is the Memorial Day Event; and that the Clarkdale Summer Camp registration is now open.
Steve Gomez, Public Safety Director, announced that there is a Catalytic Converter Engraving Event on May 15 , at Alex Tires.
Neema Ghanbari, Public Works Manager, announced that May 18 Free Tire Collection Program; and that the City started the Carson and Norwalk Blvd Traffic Signal Improvement.
G. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT(S)
H. ORAL COUNCIL REPORT(S)
Councilmember Del Rio thanked staff for their work in the activities and events that have been going on.
Councilmember Roa thanked members of the public for their concerns in regards to fireworks; thanked staff for their work as they get ready for summer programs; asked the public to notify the city of veterans for recognition at the Memorial Day Event.
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Neema Ghanbari, Public Works Manager, announced that May 18 Free Tire Collection Program; and that the City started the Carson and Norwalk Blvd Traffic Signal Improvement.
G. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT(S)
H. ORAL COUNCIL REPORT(S)
Councilmember Del Rio thanked staff for their work in the activities and events that have been going on.
Councilmember Roa thanked members of the public for their concerns in regards to fireworks; thanked staff for their work as they get ready for summer programs; asked the public to notify the city of veterans for recognition at the Memorial Day Event.
Mayor Pro Tem De Paula appreciation towards staff, visited field yesterday and volunteers; visited students from Melbourne Elementary School Read Aloud; attended the ABC Adult School award ceremony; announced that SELACO is providing resources to those impacted by 99cent store closures.
Mayor Farfan reported that he attended the Melbourne Elementary School Read Aloud; attended the SCAG Regional Conference; and attended the ABC Adult School award ceremony.
I. CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6
Agencydesignated representative: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager Employee Organizations: AFSCME Local 3624 Rank & File Unit Union AFSCME Local 3624 Management Unit Union
John Natalizio, City Attorney, read the Closed Session Item into the record.
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 6:44 PM.
The City Council reconvened from Closed Session at 7:29 PM.
Pablo Rubio, City Clerk, conducted a roll call and announced a quorum.
John Natalizio, City Attorney, stated no reportable action from Closed Session.
J. ADJOURNMENT
The City Council adjourned the meeting at 7:30 PM to the next Regular City Council meeting to be held on Wednesday, May 22, 2024 at 6:00 PM
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