CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Maria Teresa Del Rio, Mayor Pro Tem
Victor Farfan, Councilmember
Luis Roa, Councilmember
Ernie Vargas, Councilmember
Dandy De Paula, Mayor
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Regular Meeting, 6:00 PM
Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
Megan Garibaldi, City Attorney
Pablo Rubio, City Clerk
Meeting Location: City Council Chambers, 21815 Pioneer Boulevard, Hawaiian Gardens, California.
ADA Information: The City of Hawaiian Gardens complies with the provisions of the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). Anyone needing special assistance please contact the City Clerk’s Department at (562) 4202641 x 240, at least one (1) business day prior to the meeting so that we may accommodate you.
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CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Maria Teresa Del Rio, Mayor Pro Tem
Victor Farfan, Councilmember
Luis Roa, Councilmember
Ernie Vargas, Councilmember
Dandy De Paula, Mayor
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Regular Meeting, 6:00 PM
Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
Megan Garibaldi, City Attorney
Pablo Rubio, City Clerk
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
FLAG SALUTE
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC HEARING COMMENTS AND AGENDA GENERAL COMMENTS ARE TO BE SUBMITTED AND CONDUCTED AS FOLLOWS:
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CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
Maria Teresa Del Rio, Mayor Pro Tem
Victor Farfan, Councilmember
Luis Roa, Councilmember
Ernie Vargas, Councilmember
Dandy De Paula, Mayor
Wednesday, February 26, 2025
Regular Meeting, 6:00 PM
Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
Megan Garibaldi, City Attorney
Pablo Rubio, City Clerk
AGENDA
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
FLAG SALUTE
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC HEARING COMMENTS AND AGENDA GENERAL COMMENTS ARE TO BE SUBMITTED AND CONDUCTED AS FOLLOWS:
Please note that public comment is only guaranteed to be taken inperson during the meeting or prior to the meeting inwriting by complying with the below procedures. Remote participation is provided as a courtesy only and should not be relied upon to guarantee participation in the meeting. The City reserves the right to terminate remote participation methods (subject to Brown Act restrictions) at any time and for whatever reason. So long as the public may still attend the meeting inperson, the meeting will continue.
VIA WRITTEN CORRESPONDENCE / ECOMMENT: Members of the public who wish to comment on matters before the City may submit written correspondence to the following email address: [email protected], or by ecomment on the City’s website, by no later than Wednesday, February 26, 2025 at 4:00pm. Note: Written correspondence will not be read into the record during the meeting; however, correspondence received by 4:00pm will be forwarded to the City Council, made a part of the official record, and made available for public review during the meeting. If submitting a comment pertaining to an agenda item, please reference the agenda item.
INPERSON COMMENT the City Council will provide members of the public with the opportunity to address the City Council inperson on any issues within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Council or to speak on items on and off the agenda, except for Public Hearing items. Each speaker shall be limited to three (3) minutes of public comment at each regular meeting. The City Council shall not discuss or take action relative to any public comment unless authorized by California Government Code Section 54954.2(b).
COURTESY VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION: As noted above, remote participation is offered merely as a courtesy and convenience. The City cannot guarantee that the public's access to remote participation will be uninterrupted. The City cannot guarantee it will not terminate use of remote participation during the meeting. In order to ensure participation in the meeting, please attend inperson or submit a written comment as set forth above.
Courtesy remote participation will be conducted as follows: All members of the public participating via Zoom will be placed on mute, except for during the opportunity for public comments and when recognized by the Mayor. Members of the public may participate via Zoom by logging on via the information below:
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COURTESY VIRTUAL PARTICIPATION: As noted above, remote participation is offered merely as a courtesy and convenience. The City cannot guarantee that the public's access to remote participation will be uninterrupted. The City cannot guarantee it will not terminate use of remote participation during the meeting. In order to ensure participation in the meeting, please attend inperson or submit a written comment as set forth above.
Courtesy remote participation will be conducted as follows: All members of the public participating via Zoom will be placed on mute, except for during the opportunity for public comments and when recognized by the Mayor. Members of the public may participate via Zoom by logging on via the information below:
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Members of the public shall have the right to observe and offer public comment at the public meeting, consistent with the public's rights of access and public comment otherwise provided for by the Brown Act, as applicable (including, but not limited to, the requirement that such right of access and public comment be made available in a manner consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act). The City reserves the right to utilize teleconferencing in accordance with AB 2449.
PROCLAMATIONS AND CERTIFICATES
1. RECOGNITION OF PARTICIPANTS FROM STUDENT GOVERNMENT DAY 2025
PRESENTATIONS
1. ABC UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT UPDATES BY FRANCISCO NOYOLA, VICE PRESIDENT OF THE BOARD
AGENDA ORGANIZATION
This is the time for the City Council to discuss any changes in the order of agenda items.
A. PUBLIC HEARING(S) / HEARING(s)
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.
2. Recommendation to receive and file the Community Development Department, Building & Safety Division Report for the month of January 2025.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
3. Recommendation to receive and file the Community Development Department, Code Enforcement Division Report for the month of January 2025.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
4. Recommendation to receive and file the Community Development Department, Planning Division Report for the month of January 2025.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
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2. Recommendation to receive and file the Community Development Department, Building & Safety Division Report for the month of January 2025.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
3. Recommendation to receive and file the Community Development Department, Code Enforcement Division Report for the month of January 2025.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
4. Recommendation to receive and file the Community Development Department, Planning Division Report for the month of January 2025.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
5. Recommendation to receive and file the Beautification Program, updated report for the month of January 2025.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
6. Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 0042025, to approve an adjustment to the rates for Recreation Leader II (formerly known as Senior Recreation Leader II) to reflect an 8% increase over Recreation Leader I (formerly known as Senior Recreation Leader I).
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
7. Recommendation to receive and file Treasurer’s Report for October, November and December 2024.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
8. Recommendation to approve the minutes for the City Council meeting of Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
9. Recommendation to receive and file the Recreation and Parks Commission meeting minutes for the month of January 2025.
SUGGESTED ACTION: Approve Recommendation.
C. DISCUSSION ITEM(S)
D. NEW BUSINESS
E. ORAL STAFF REPORT(S)
F. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT(S)
G. ORAL COUNCIL REPORT(S)
H. CLOSED SESSION
I. ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn to the next Regular City Council meeting to be held on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM.
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F. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT(S)
G. ORAL COUNCIL REPORT(S)
H. CLOSED SESSION
I. ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn to the next Regular City Council meeting to be held on Wednesday, March 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM.
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CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #B2
DATE: February 26, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Elise McCaleb, Community Development Director
Nicholas Tarango, Building Inspector/Permit Technician
RECOMMENDATION:
RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT, BUILDING & SAFETY DIVISION REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2025
SUMMARY
The City of Hawaiian Gardens Community Development Department, Building and Safety Division, has prepared its January 2025 monthly status report on activities carried out within the City of Hawaiian Gardens. The report includes all the permits issued in the City and inspections for the reporting periods.
FISCAL IMPACT
None
SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Monthly Permit Report for January 2025
B. Monthly Inspection Report for January 2025
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Agenda Item #B3
DATE: February 26, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Elise McCaleb, Community Development Director
Jan Buckband, Code Enforcement Officer
RECOMMENDATION:
RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
DEPARTMENT, CODE ENFORCEMENT DIVISION REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2025
SUMMARY
The Code Enforcement Division, as part of the Community Development Department, is responsible for enhancing the quality of life for the residents of the City by providing effective public service in the enforcement of Building, Business License, Public Nuisance, and Zoning Ordinances. The Code Enforcement Officer is responsible for enforcing codes which address public health and safety issues, including regulations related to trash, debris, overgrown vegetation, dangerous buildings and housing, and inoperative vehicles on private property. Enforcement actions are taken both proactively and in response to requests for action received from citizens. Attached is a summary of code cases opened during the month of January 2025.
FISCAL IMPACT
None.
SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.
ATTACHMENT
A. List of Code cases – January 2025
CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
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STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #B4
DATE: February 26, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Elise McCaleb, Community Development Director
Kevin Nguyen, Associate Planner II
RECOMMENDATION:
RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT, PLANNING DIVISION REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2025
SUMMARY
The Planning Division as part of the Community Development Department is responsible for the implementation of the policies and objectives of the community as set forth in the City of Hawaiian Gardens General Plan and Zoning Ordinance. The City’s Planning Division guides the City’s orderly development, thus achieving a livable city that balances the needs of residents and businesses. Current planning projects range from residential remodels to new commercial developments. Staff serves the City Council and Planning Commission by providing reports and detailed analysis for projects subject to discretionary review.
The attached chart is a summary of all opened and approved projects during the month of January 2025 and the list contains additional details of the projects.
FISCAL IMPACT
None.
SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Chart of projects by type, January 2025
B. List of projects with details, January 2025
CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #B5
DATE: February 26, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Elise McCaleb, Community Development Director
Tonya Pace, Senior Planner
RECOMMENDATION:
RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE BEAUTIFICATION PROGRAM, UPDATED REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY, 2025
SUMMARY
The City of Hawaiian Gardens created a City Beautification Program for exterior improvements for single-family, duplex, and mobile homes, and interior improvements for condominiums. The Program is currently funded through the Hawaiian Gardens General Fund. This report is an update on General Fund expenditures.
The intent of the Program is to improve the overall appearance of the City of Hawaiian Gardens’ neighborhoods, increase property values, and increase community pride. The improvements on the homes must be deemed beneficial to the overall exterior appearance of the property and address deteriorated and unsightly conditions visible from the street. Financial assistance up to a maximum of $10,000 is provided to property owners and up to $25,000 for substandard cases through a grant. There is also a $2,500 grant available for emergency cases.
Below is the status on new applications received or in process during the month of January, 2025.
No Applicant Address
Housing
Type
Application
Type Application Status
Grant
Amount
1 22108 Joliet Avenue SFR Owner
Complete, Finalizing
Documents $10,000
2 21725-27 Arline Avenue SFR Owner
Complete, Finalizing
Documents $10,000
3 12342 221st Street SFR Owner
Completed, Finalizing
Documents $10,000
4 12223 & 12225 S 215th SFR Owner Revising Scope/Bid $10,000 Beautification Program
February 26, 2025
5 12050 226th #33 Condo Owner
Reviewing Revised
Bid $6,050
12258 212th Street SFR Owner
Reviewing Revised
Bid $10,000
Total: $56,050.00
FISCAL IMPACT
For Fiscal Year 2024-2025, $150,000 is budgeted for the Beautification Program.
SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS
None.
CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #B6
DATE: February 26, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Rosario Pozzoli, Human Resources Manager
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 004-2025, to approve an adjustment to the rates for Recreation Leader II (formerly known as Senior Recreation Leader II) to reflect an 8% increase over Recreation Leader I (formerly known as Senior Recreation Leader I).
SUMMARY
The current Salary Schedule was approved by Resolution 041-2024 on 12/11/2024.
Public Sector Personnel Consultants (PSPC) conducted a Classification and Compensation Study and provided recommendations that were reviewed and considered in the year 2024. The current Salary Schedule was approved based on recommendations made by PSPC. However, upon its approval, it was noted that the difference between Recreation Leader I (formerly known as Senior Recreation Leader I) and Recreation Leader II (formerly known as Senior Recreation Leader II) was only $0.16 which represents less than 1% difference between the two levels.
The issue above was shared with PSPC, and the consultant recommended an 8% difference between the two levels. An 8% difference between the two positions will result in the following rates per step:
NAME OF POSITION STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
Recreation Leader I 18.52 19.44 20.41 21.43 22.51
Recreation Leader II 20.00 21.00 22.05 23.15 24.31
Agenda Item #B6
February 26, 2025
Consistent with the table above, the request is to implement the following adjustments:
NAME OF POSITION STEP A STEP B STEP C STEP D STEP E
FROM Recreation Leader II 18.68 19.61 20.60 21.63 22.71 TO Recreation Leader II 20.00 21.00 22.05 23.15 24.31
FISCAL IMPACT
The fiscal impact to implement the recommended adjustments to rates for the Recreation Leader II position (formerly known as Senior Recreation Leader II) to have an 8% difference between this position and the Recreation Leader I position (formerly known as Senior Recreation Leader I), represents approximately $18,000.
SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Resolution No. 004-2025
CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
CITY COUNCIL
STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #B7
DATE: February 26, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Linda Hollinsworth, Finance Director
RECOMMENDATION:
RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE TREASURER'S REPORT FOR OCTOBER, NOVEMBER AND DECEMBER 2024
SUMMARY
The attached Treasurer’s Reports provide balances for the months of October, November and December 2024. During this period, the City investments were in compliance with the Investment Policy and the City had sufficient cash reserves to meet the expenditure requirement for operations for the next six (6) months.
The City maintains checking accounts for general operations, payroll, and the housing account. In addition, we maintain an investment account with LAIF. Funds are also retained by the Bank of New York Mellon for the Successor Agency Bond payments. The general operating account and LAIF represent cash transactions for multiple funds (Pooled Cash) with the amount available for each fund tracked in the general ledger. Interest earned through LAIF is allocated to each fund based on the balance shown in the general ledger. The attached detail report provides balances by Fund as of December 2024.
FISCAL IMPACT
None
SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS
A Treasurer's Report October 2024
B. Treasurer's Report November 2024
C. Treasurer’s Report December 2024
D. PMIA-LAIF Performance Report
CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
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STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #B8
DATE: February 26, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Pablo Rubio, City Clerk
RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation to approve the minutes for the City Council meeting of Wednesday, February 12, 2025.
SUMMARY
The City Clerk’s Office is to prepare and present the meeting minutes to the City Council for review and approval.
FISCAL IMPACT
None.
SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS
A. February 12, 2025 - Minutes
CITY OF HAWAIIAN GARDENS
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STAFF REPORT
Agenda Item #B9
DATE: February 26, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Ernesto Marquez, City Manager
BY: Joseph Jimenez, Recreation and Community Services Director RECOMMENDATION:
Recommendation to receive and file the Recreation and Parks Commission meeting minutes for the month of January 2025.
SUMMARY
Presentation of the Recreation and Parks Commission Meeting Minutes for the month of January 2025.
FISCAL IMPACT
None.
SUGGESTED ACTION
Approve Recommendation.
ATTACHMENTS
A. January 14, 2025 - Recreation and Parks Commission Minutes