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CITY OF
HUNTINGTON PARK
City Council
Regular Meeting
Agenda
Tuesday, September 9, 2025
6:00 p.m.
City Hall Council Chambers
6550 Miles Avenue, Huntington Park, CA 90255
Arturo Flores
Mayor
Eduardo “Eddie” Martinez Jonathan A. Sanabria
Vice Mayor Council Member
Karina Macias Nancy Martiz
Council Member Council Member
All agenda items and reports are available for review in the City Clerk’s Office and www.hpca.gov. Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Councilregarding any item on this agenda (other than writings legally exempt from public disclosure) will be made available for public inspection in the Office of the City Clerk located at 6550 Miles Avenue, Huntington Park, California 90255 during regular business hours, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., Monday – Thursday, and at the City Hall Council Chambers during themeeting.
Any person who requires a disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, in order to participate in the public meeting may request such modification, accommodation, aid or service by contacting the City Clerk’s Office either in person at 6550 Miles Avenue, Huntington Park, California or by telephone at (323) 584-6230.
Notification in advance of the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.
PLEASE SILENCE ALL CELL PHONES AND OTHER ELECTRONIC
EQUIPMENT WHILE COUNCIL IS IN SESSION. Thank you.
PLEASE NOTE--The numerical order of items on this agenda is for convenience of reference.
Items may be taken out of order upon request of the Mayor or Members of the City Council.
Members of the City Council and the public are reminded that they must preserve order and
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decorum throughout the Meeting. In that regard, Members of the City Council and the public are advised that any delay or disruption in the proceedings or a refusal to obey the orders of the City Council or the presiding officer constitutes a violation of these rules. • The conduct of City Council meetings is governed by the portion of the California Government Code commonly known as the "Brown Act" and by the Huntington Park City Council Meeting Rules of Procedure.
• The City Council meeting is for conducting the City's business, and members of the audience must obey the rules of decorum set forth by law. This means that each speaker will be permitted to speak for three minutes to address items that are listed on the City Council agenda or topics which are within the jurisdictional authority of the City.
• No profanity, personal attacks, booing, cheering, applauding or other conduct disruptive to the meeting will be permitted. Any person not adhering to the Rules of Procedure or conduct authorized by the Brown Act may be asked to leave the Council Chambers.
• All comments directed to the City Council or to any member of the City Council must be directed to the Mayor (or Chairperson if Mayor is absent).
We ask that you please respect the business nature of this meeting and the order required for the proceedings conducted in the Council Chambers.
PUBLIC COMMENT
For both open and closed session, each speaker will be limited to three minutes per Huntington Park Municipal Code Section 2-1.207. Time limits may not be shared with other speakers and may not accumulate from one period of public comment to another or from one meeting to another. This is the only opportunity for public input except for scheduled public hearing items.
All comments or queries shall be addressed to the Council as a body and not to any specific member thereof. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.2(a)(2), the Ralph M. Brown Act, no action or discussion by the City Council shall be undertaken on any item not appearing on the posted agenda, except to briefly provide information, ask for clarification, provide direction to staff, or schedule a matter for a future meeting.
ADDITIONS/DELETIONS TO AGENDA
Items of business may be added to the agenda upon a motion adopted by a minimum twothirds vote finding that there is a need to take immediate action and that the need for action came to the attention of the City or Agency subsequent to the agenda being posted. Items may be deleted from the agenda upon the request of staff or Council.
IMPORTANT NOTICE
The City of Huntington Park shows replays of City Council Meetings on Local Access Channel 3 and over the Internet at www.hpca.gov. NOTE: Your attendance at thispublic meeting may result in the recording and broadcast of your image and/or voice.
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CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Mayor Arturo Flores
Vice Mayor Eduardo “Eddie” Martinez
Council Member Jonathan A. Sanabria
Council Member Karina Macias
Council Member Nancy Martiz
COMMUNITY PRESENTATION(S) AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. LOS ANGELES UNIFIED SCHOOL BOARD DISTRICT FIVE UPDATE BY
BOARD MEMBER KARLA GRIEGO
2. PRESENTATION ON THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK VOLUNTEER
PROGRAM
PUBLIC COMMENT
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.3(a) Members of the public will have an opportunity to address the City Council on items listed on this agenda. For items on this agenda each speaker will be limited to three minutes per Huntington Park Municipal Code Section 2-1.207. Time limits may not be shared with other speakers and may not accumulate from one period of public comment to another or from one meeting to another.
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items prior to the time the Council votes on the motion unless members of the Council, staff, or the public request specific items to be discussed and/or removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action.
CITY CLERK
1. CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
Approve Minute(s) of the following City Council Meeting(s):
1. Regular City Council Meeting held July 7, 2025
FINANCE
2. WARRANT REGISTERS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
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1. Approve Accounts Payable and Payroll Warrant(s) dated September 9, 2025
CITY MANAGER
3. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-11
ESTABLISHING AN ANTI-TRUST POLICY FOR AWARD OF CITY CONTRACTS IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Waive full reading and adopt by title Ordinance No. 2025-11 establishing an antitrust policy for award of city contracts.
4. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-12
ESTABLISHING A RECEIVERSHIP POLICY FOR PROPERTIES UNDER
RECEIVERSHIP IN THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Waive full reading and adopt by title Ordinance No. 2025-12 establishing a receivership policy for properties under receivership in the city of Huntington Park
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
PUBLIC HEARING(S)
None
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
POLICE DEPARTMENT
1. RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE STANDARD AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL AND THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 GRANT ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM FUNDS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Approve the Standard Agreement with the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control - Grant Assistance Program; and
2. Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control; and
3. Authorize the Finance Director to establish budget expenditure and reimbursement accounts to administer the awarded funds.
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PUBLIC WORKS
2. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE INTERSECTION OF HOPE STREET AND CALIFORNIA AVENUE AS “ANA RODRIGUEZ SQUARE” IN MEMORY OF ANA RODRIGUEZ
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Approve a Resolution designating the intersection of Hope Street and California Avenue as “Ana Rodriguez Square” in honor of Ana Rodriguez.
CITY MANAGER
3. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION REGARDING
POLITICIZATION OF SCHOOLS, REINFORCEMENT OF FORMAL
COMMUNICATIONS PROTOCOLS, EQUITABLE PROCESSING OF SCHOOL
REQUESTS, AND POLICE DEPARTMENT COOPERATION WITH LOS ANGELES
UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT INVESTIGATORS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Adopt a Resolution calling upon the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Board of Education to direct the Superintendent to address the politicization of schools, reinforce formal communication protocols, ensure equitable processing of school requests, and directing the Huntington Park Police Department to fully cooperate with LAUSD investigators; and
2. Authorize the Mayor to sign and transmit a formal position letter to the LAUSD Board of Education consistent with the adopted resolution; and
3. Direct City staff to ensure the resolution and position letter are transmitted promptly and communicated directly to LAUSD Board officials and Superintendent’s Office.
END OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
STUDY SESSION
PUBLIC WORKS
1. DISCUSSION REGARDING BUS SHELTER DESIGN
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REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
PARKS AND RECREATION
1. INFORMATION REGARDING ANNUAL HALLOWEEN EVENT
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Receive and file the informational report regarding the Annual Halloween Event; and
2. Provide direction to staff as needed.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
2. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL TO AWARD RINCON CONSULTANTS INC.
THE CONTRACT TO CREATE A COMPREHENSIVE GENERNAL PLAN AND
MUNICIPAL CODE UPDATE AND, IMPLEMENTATION OF ITS HOUSING, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ELEMENTS.
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Award CONTRACT for professional services to provide a Comprehensive General Plan and Municipal Code Update and Implementation of its Housing, Safety and Environmental Justice Elements to the sole responsive and responsible proposer Rincon Consultants Inc.; for a not-to-exceed amount of $1,769,204.53; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement for the Comprehensive General Plan and Municipal Code Update, which includes the Safety Element, Environmental Justice Element, and Housing Element Update services.
PUBLIC WORKS
3. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL TO AWARD A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT FOR WATER SERVICE OPERATIONS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Approve Professional Services Agreement with PERC Water for the City’s Water Operations for $1,513,281.
2. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate final terms of the agreement.
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FINANCE
4. CONSIDERATION TO REMOVE USER FEE STUDY ITEM FROM THE TABLE
AND DIRECT STAFF TO RETURN THE ITEM FOR CITY COUNCIL
CONSIDERATION ON SEPTEMBER 23, 2025
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Remove the User Fee Study item from the table; and
2. Direct staff to place the item on the agenda for City Council consideration at the September 23, 2025 meeting.
CITY COUNCIL
5. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL TO ESTABLISH A CITY COUNCIL AD HOC
COMMITTEE TO ADDRESS ENCAMPMENTS AND DEVELOP POLICY
RECOMMENDATIONS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Approve the establishment of an Ad Hoc Committee, to be appointed by the Mayor, consisting of two Council Members, the City Manager, the Chief of Police, and the Community Development Director, with support from the City Attorney’s Office; and
2. Direct the Ad Hoc Committee to evaluate root causes contributing to encampments, identify strategies to enhance public safety, and strengthen connections to housing and supportive services; and
3. Require the Ad Hoc Committee to present initial findings at a Council Study Session within 60 days and provide final recommendations by the end of the calendar year, at which time the Committee shall sunset unless extended by Council resolution.
END OF REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
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DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
PUBLIC WORKS – STATUS UPDATE ON RAUL PEREZ PARK
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Nancy Martiz
Council Member Karina Macias
Council Member Jonathan A. Sanabria
Vice Mayor Eduardo “Eddie” Martinez
Mayor Arturo Flores
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS Regarding Represented Employees - Government Code § 54957.6
City’s Representatives: Ricardo Reyes, City Manager
Employee Organization: General Employee Association (GEA)
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
Number of potential cases: One (1)
ADJOURNMENT
The City of Huntington Park City Council will adjourn the meeting to a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, September 23, 2025 at 6:00 P.M.
I, Eduardo Sarmiento, hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing agenda was posted at City of Huntington Park City Hall and made available at www.hpca.gov not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting. Dated this 5th day of September 2025.
Eduardo Sarmiento, City Clerk
CONSENT CALENDAR
ITEM 1
CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
Regular Meeting of the
City of Huntington Park City Council
Monday, July 7, 2025
The regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park, California was called to order at 6:02 p.m. on Monday, July 7, 2025, in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 6550 Miles Avenue, Huntington Park, California; Mayor Arturo Flores presiding.
PRESENT: Council Member(s): Macias, Martiz, Sanabria, Vice Mayor Martinez, and Mayor Flores
ABSENT: None
CITY OFFICIALS/STAFF: City Manager Ricardo Reyes; Eduardo Sarmiento City Clerk; Cosme Lozano Police Chief; Louis Morales Interim Community Development Director; Jeff Jones Finance Director, Cynthia Norzagaray Parks and Recreation Director; Andrew Sarega City Attorney.
INVOCATION
Invocation led by Mayor Arturo Flores.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Pledge of Allegiance led by Councilmember Sanabria
PRESENTATION(S)
1. PRESENTATION OF AVILA SCHOLARSHIP AWARD RECIEPIANTS
PUBLIC COMMENTS
The following people/ person provided public content:
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1. Victor Caballero
2. Olivia Fernandez- Support Ordinance 2025-06
3. Julio Gomez- Support Sanctuary Ordinance
4. Connie Imarel
5. Jose Nauarro
6. Jas
7. Rodolfo Cruz
8. Estrella Garrido Arena- Support Ordinance 2025-06
9. Francisco Garrido Arena- Support Ordinance 2025-06
10.Anahi Cruz- Garment Worker Center
11.Carlos Amador
12.Andres Knownaclo
13.Max Clara
14.Rosario Gonzalez
15.Michelle Zuno
16.Sean Wakasa
17.Wendy Sanchez
18.Zugmini Vasquez
19.Erika Cervantes- Alliance for a Better Community Nancy meza
20.Sandra B
21.Clarrissa- Resident of SELA
22.Danny Gonzalez- Los Angeles LGBT Center
23.Janet Solarsoro
24.Francisco Romero
25.Adrian M. Gonzalez
26.Jane Doe
27.Ana Maria
28.Maria De Los Angeles
29.Policy Center- Add to ordinance, ban companies from sharing resident information
30.Ramon
31.Emanuel Carrera
32.Omar
33.Alyssa Gomez
34.Omar Pichardo
35.Marlene Gonzalez
36.Yesenia
37.Stephanie Clara
38.Annani
39.Mathew
STAFF RESPONSE
Mayor Flores requested we pull Consent Item #2: Titled SECOND READING OF HUNTINGOTN PARK SANCTUARY CITY ORDINANCE NO. 2025-06 ESTABLISHING
PROCEDURES FOR MUNICIPAL INTERACTIONS WITH FEDERAL AGENCIES RELATED TO IMMIGRATION ENFORCEMENT. The motion was approved.
CM: Individuals who came up regarding budget cuts.
Council entered into Closed Session 8:04pm.
CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code §§ 54956.9(d)(2)
One (1) potential matter
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS Regarding Represented Employees - Government Code § 54957.6
City’s Representatives: Ricardo Reyes, City Manager
Employee Organization: General Employee Association (GEA)
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Council Returned from Closed Session 8:48pm
Items were discussed and action was taken.
Prior to the deliberation and vote on the consent calendar by city council Mayor Flores pulled item two (2) from the consent calendar and added it to the regular agenda as item number one (1).
CONSENT CALENDAR
CITY CLERK
1. CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
Approve Minute(s) of the following City Council Meeting(s):
1. Special City Council Meeting held June 25, 2025
CITY MANAGER
2. SECOND READING OF HUNTINGTON PARK SANCTUARY CITY ORDINANCE NO. 2025-06 ESTABLISHING PROCEDURES FOR MUNICIPAL INTERACTIONS
WITH FEDERAL AGENCIES RELATED TO IMMIGRAITON ENFORCEMENT IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Waive full reading and adopt Huntington Park Sanctuary City Ordinance No. 2025- 06 by title.
FINANCE
3. CHECK REGISTERS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Approve Accounts Payable and Payroll Warrant(s) dated July 7, 2025
4. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK’S STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Adopt a Resolution adopting the City’s Statement of Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
5. REJECT BIDS RECEIVED THROUGH THE PLANETBIDS' REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL ("RFP") VENDOR PORTAL FOR COMPREHENSIVE PARKING OPERATIONS AND MANAGEMENT SERVICES, RFP NO. CD 2025-01
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Reject the bids received for RFP No. CD 2025-01; and
2. Authorize staff to modify the project scope of work in conformance with all applicable requirements for posted an amended RFP; and
3. Authorize staff to re-advertise the RFP through Planet Bids.
PUBLIC WORKS
6. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION
MANAGEMENT CONTRACT FOR CIP 2023-01 SB1 STREET ENHANCEMENT
PROJECT
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Award the contract to Aneen Construction Inc. for the construction of CIP 2023- 01 SB1 Street Enhancement Project as the lowest responsive, responsible bidder for a not to exceed $1,795,506.59 payable from Senate Bill 1, the Road Repair Accountability Act of 2017.
MOTION: Councilmember Sanabria motioned to approve the consent calendar with the amendments stated by Councilmember Macias. The motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Martinez. The motion was carried by majority consent.
AYES: Council Member(s): Martiz, Sanabria, Vice Mayor Martinez, and Mayor Flores.
NOES: Council Member(s): None
ABSTAIN: Council Member(s): Macias
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
REGULAR AGENDA
CITY MANAGER
1. SECOND READING OF HUNTINGTON PARK SANCTUARY CITY ORDINANCE NO. 2025-06 ESTABLISHING PROCEDURES FOR MUNICIPAL INTERACTIONS
WITH FEDERAL AGENCIES RELATED TO IMMIGRAITON ENFORCEMENT IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Waive full reading and adopt Huntington Park Sanctuary City Ordinance No. 2025- 06 by title.
MOTION: Councilmember Sanabria motioned to waive full reading and adopt Huntington Park Sanctuary City Ordinance No. 2025-06 by title. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Macias. The motion was carried by unanimous vote.
AYES: Council Member(s): Macias, Martiz, Sanabria, Vice Mayor Martinez, and Mayor Flores.
NOES: Council Member(s): None
CITY MANAGER
2. RATIFICATION AND APPROVAL OF COMMUNITY IMPACT AD HOC COMMITTEE AND APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS TO SUPPORT “HP WITH YOU”
COMMUNITY RESILIENCE PILOT INITIATIVE
MOTION: Councilmember Sanabria motioned to adopt a resolution ratifying and affirming the creation of the community impact AD Hoc Committee as established by the Mayor; and Approve the appropriation and allocation of $150,000 to implement the "HP With You" pilot initiative, in accordance with the City's purchasing policies and procedures; and Authorize the City Manager to take all necessary actions to carry out the intent of the City Council, including executing any related agreements and administering the program. The motion was seconded by Vice Mayor Martinez. The motion was carried by unanimous vote.
AYES: Council Member(s): Macias, Martiz, Sanabria, Vice Mayor Martinez, and Mayor Flores
NOES: Council Member(s): None
3. FIRST READING AND INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-09
AFFIRMING PRESS FREEDOM AND PROTECTING MEMBERS OF THE MEDIA
DURING CURFEWS AND DECLARATIONS OF UNLAWFUL ASSEMBLY
MOTION: Councilmember Sanabria motioned to Introduce for first reading of Ordinance No. 2025-09, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park affirming press freedom and protecting members of the media during curfews and declarations of unlawful assembly.
Councilmember Sanabria also thanked Mayor Flores for bringing up this issue and addressing it. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Martiz. The motion was carried by unanimous vote.
AYES: Council Member(s): Macias, Martiz, Sanabria, Vice Mayor Martinez, and Mayor Flores
NOES: Council Member(s): None
4. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-08 – REVISION OF CHAPTER 11
OF THE HUNTINGTON PARK MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING CITY
COMMISSIONS
MOTION: Councilmember Macias addressed her concerns regarding the changes from the 2015 Ordinance change. She mentions how this ordinance goes back to how they were appointed before 2013 mayor appoints, and councilmembers appoints, majority agrees and individuals move forward. Keep in mind, this ordinance won’t allow undocumented individuals to serve on committees. Sanabria added a friendly amendment to change the word citizen to resident. Councilmember Sanabria motioned to Introduce for first reading of Ordinance No. 2025- 09, an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park affirming press freedom and protecting members of the media during curfews and declarations of unlawful assembly. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Martiz. The motion was carried by Majority vote.
AYES: Council Member(s): Martiz, Sanabria, Vice Mayor Martinez, and Mayor Flores
NOES: Council Member(s): Macias
5. FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-07 – ESTABLISHING ARTICLE 5, CHAPTER 5, TITLE 6 OF THE HUNTINGTON PARK MUNICIPAL CODE
REGARDING PROTECTION OF PUBLIC WATER RIGHTS
MOTION: Councilmember Macias spoke about the concerns she had regarding section 4. Councilmember Macias does not want to sell the water rights but is open to leasing the water rights. City Attorney said that we will be selling the water, not the water rights or water pump. We will sell the water for 3 years, not sell the water rights. However, for this to even be implemented it would be the measure that needs to happen! Simple Majority would need to be required, and we would need to implement as a measure for the upcoming ballot.
AYES: Council Member(s): Macias, Martiz, Sanabria, Vice Mayor Martinez, and Mayor Flores
NOES: Council Member(s): None
POLICE DEPARTMENT
6. APPROVAL OF A GENERAL FUND APPROPRIATION AND DIRECTION TO
PROCEED WITH BODY-WORN CAMERA PROGRAM IMPLEMENTATION
MOTION: Council member Sanabria moved to approve an appropriation of $400,000 from the General Fund to support the initial implementation phase of the Police Department's Body-Worn Camera (BWC) Program; and direct the Police Department to solicit proposals and return to the City Council with a recommendation for the award of a professional services agreement with a qualified vendor. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Martiz. The motion was carried by unanimous vote.
AYES: Council Member(s): Macias, Martiz, Sanabria, Vice Mayor Martinez, and Mayor Flores
NOES: Council Member(s): None
CITY CLERK
6. COUNCIL APPOINTMENTS TO VARIOUS COMMISSIONS
Council member Martiz appointed Horacio Sanchez to the Civil Service Commission.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Maggie Valenzuela: Actions regarding Ordinance 2025-06.
Wendy Miranda : Actions regarding Ordinance 2025-06.
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Martiz: Thank you for your collaboration. She stated she is proud to be a part of the city council and hopes the council is aligned with community needs.
Councilmember Macias: Thanked staff for all their hard work that is going toward the community. She also thanked Ricardo Barba Ochoa for his service as commissioner.
Councilmember Sanabria: Gave kudos to his fellow council members for their bravery in the work being done in the last couple of months. He also mentioned the various accomplishments that the city council has achieved. He also thanked the Finance director Jeff Jones for the work he has done. He also thanked special council and community for being at the meeting.
Vice Mayor Martinez: Thanked everyone for being at the meeting. He also mentioned the joy he felt in seeing so many community members at tonight’s meeting.
Mayor Flores: Mayor requested a resolution to reorganize the agenda and move closed session to the end of the agenda. He asked for a resolution related to segment B of the Rails to River project where Huntington Park takes an official stance on that section. He also mentioned commissioner Barba Ochoa who works for Inframark the water company that provides water services for the city. He added that Ricardo Barba Ochoa and Efran Martinez are very close and compared it to a brotherly like relationship. Mayor Flores emphasized the importance of knowing who is sitting on the city commission’s and who these people are tied to, and he only brings this up because Efran Martinez is currently under investigation by the District Attorney’s office regarding the aquatic center. He then applauded his colleagues for their bravery in taking some of these positions. Mayor Flores then shared that Chief McDonnel of the Los Angeles Police Department directed his officers to stop ICE agents and force them to call their supervisors and identify themselves. He stressed the actions being taken by this council are prioritizing public safety regardless of race or economic situation. Ultimately our actions will show that we were on the right side of history.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Mayor Flores adjourned 10:02am. The next regularly scheduled city council meeting is set to be held on Monday, July 21st, 2025 at 6pm.
Respectfully submitted
Eduardo Sarmiento, City Clerk
ITEM 2
FUND FUND
111 General Fund 230 Homeland Security Fund
112 Waste Collection/Disposal 231 Parking System Fund
114 Spec Events Contributions 232 Art in Public Places Fund 115 General Fund Reserve 233 Bullet Proof Vest Grant
116 Retirement Fund 234 Congressional Earmark
120 Special Revenue DNA ID 235 Federal Street Improvmnt 121 Special Revnu Welfare Inm 236 HUD Economic Empowerment 122 Prevention Intervention 237 Community Planning
123 Board of Corrections LEAD 238 Air Pollution Grant
124 Auto Theft Prevention 239 Federal CDBG Fund
150 Emergency Preparedness 240 HUD EZ/EC Soc Sec Block
151 Economic Development 241 CalHome
152 Greenway Linear Park Proj 242 HUD Home Program
200 LACTMA TOD 243 HUD 108 B03MC060566
201 Environmental Justice 244 HUD EDI Grant
202 CFP Crosswalks 245 EPA Brownfield
203 ATP Randolph Rail-Trail 246 LBPHCP-Lead Base
204 SR2S Middleton Safe Route 247 Neighborhood Stabilzation 205 CFP Pacific Blvd 248 Homelessness Prevention
206 CFP I Park Pay Station 249 DEPT OF TOXIC SUBSTANCES 207 CFP Signal Synchronizatio 250 DTSC Grant
208 CMAQ Metro Rapid 251 Land & Water Conservation
209 CFP City Street Resurfac 252 ABC
210 Measure M 253 DEBT SERVICE FUND
211 Road Maint & Rehab SB1 257 CDC Merged Project Fund
212 P & R Grants 258 CDC Merged Debt Service
213 Park Facilities 259 CDC Low/Mod Income Housin
214 Recreation Field Charter 262 CDC Neighbor Preservn Cap 215 Trees for A Better Enviro 263 CDC Neighbor Presrvn Debt 216 Employees Retirement Fund 264 CDC Nghbr Prsrvn Low/Mod 217 OPEB 267 CDC Sta Fe Redev Project
218 PARS 268 CDC Sta Fe Debt Service
219 Sales Tax-Transit Fund A 269 CDC Sta Fe Low/Mod Income 220 Sales Tax-Transit C 270 Successor Agency Merge
221 State Gasoline Tax Fund 271 Successor Agency Merg Prj 222 Measure R 272 Successor Agency Low Mod
223 Local Origin Program Fund 273 Successor Agency NHP
224 Office of Traffc & Safety 274 Successor Agency NHP Prj 225 Cal Cops Fund 275 Successor Agency
226 Air Quality Improv Trust 276 SUCCESSOR AGENCY-GF
227 Offc of Criminal Justice 283 Sewer Maintenance Fund 228 State Dept. of Justice 285 Solid Waste Mgmt Fund
229 Police Forfeiture Fund 286 Illegal Disposal Abatemnt
DESCRIPTION DESCRIPTION
List of Funds - City of Huntington Park
FUND
287 Solid Waste Recycle Grant
288 COMPBC
293 PUBLIC FIN. AUTHOR.L/T DT
299 CDC Special Revenue Fund
322 STIP Transportation Fund
334 Ped/Bike Path Fund
335 Energy Efficient Grant
345 Rails To Trails Randolph
346 Bike Lane State Street
347 SRTS Middleton Elementary
348 Pacific Blvd Ped Improve
349 Capital Improvement Fund
475 HP PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHOR
533 Business Improv Dist Fund
535 Strt Lght & Lndscp Assess
681 Water Department Fund
741 Fleet Maintenance
742 Information Technology
745 Self Insurance
746 Employee Benefit Fund
748 Veh & Equip Replacement
779 Deferred Comp. Trust Fund
800 Pooled Cash
801 Pooled Cash Fund
802 Pooled Interest
993 Public Fin Authority LTD
994 General Fixed Assets Acct
995 General LTD Account Grp
996 General Long Term Debt
997 CDC Gnrl LTD Account Grp
998 Reserve Template Fund
999 Pooled Cash/Template
DESCRIPTION
City of Huntington Park
Warrant Register
September 4, 2025
CHECK/WIRE NUMBER CHECK/WIRE DATE PAYEE INVOICE NUMBER DESCRIPTION TRANSACTION AMOUNT 1000750 9/4/2025 ALADDIN LOCK & KEY SERVICE 35219 DUPLICATE KEYS 55.80 1000750 9/4/2025 ALADDIN LOCK & KEY SERVICE 35236 DUPLICATE KEYS 39.29 1000750 9/4/2025 ALADDIN LOCK & KEY SERVICE 35186 DUPLICATE KEYS 21.95 1000751 9/4/2025 ALBA RAUL HP030052510 CITATION REFUND 55.00 1000752 9/4/2025 ALONDRA GOMEZROMERO HP060008004 CITATION REFUND 149.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 27629 CANVA MONTHLY 270.82 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS MC03956433 MAILCHIMP MONTHLY BILL 135.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 999698 COMMUNICATIONS SUPPLIES 4,906.58 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 04537-65628516 CANVA MONTHLY 24.95 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 804376 FINANCE OFFICE SUPPLIES 30.12 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 6236210 CSFMO MEMBERSHIP RENEWAL 150.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 300004089 CMTA ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP 125.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 62037035 SENIOR CATERING EVENT 750.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 2338862 SENIOR CATERING EVENT 253.74 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 806138 SENIOR CATERING EVENT 50.23 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 94727085 LODGING FOR TRAINING 770.85 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 94727085 LODGING FOR TRAINING 770.85 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS A2GO6B TRAINING TRANSPORTATION 496.96 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS A2GBXS TRAINING TRANSPORTATION 496.96 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 12307 EVENT CONTRACTUAL SERVICE 264.60 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 1031927 NATIONAL PARKS MEMBERSHIP 180.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 866392 TRAINING SUPPLIES 82.08 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 9D38DB65DE58 MUSIC SUBSCRIPTION 16.99 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 890896 AFTERSCHOOL SUPPLIES 89.91 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 2000131-0363229 AFTERSCHOOL SUPPLIES 94.68 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 200127341 PD TRAINING 795.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 3001296 PD TRAINING 515.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 3001291 PD TRAINING 515.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 200007615 PD TRAINING 25.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 200007616 PD TRAINING 25.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 86768592 LODGING FOR TRAINING 940.05 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 8428909 PD TRAINING 385.45 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 8428936 PD TRAINING 572.42 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 8428945 PD TRAINING 199.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 3001320 PD TRAINING 515.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 3001297 PD TRAINING 515.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 3001295 PD TRAINING 515.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 3001322 PD TRAINING 515.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 3001300 PD TRAINING 515.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 3001292 PD TRAINING 515.00
City of Huntington Park
Warrant Register
September 4, 2025
CHECK/WIRE NUMBER CHECK/WIRE DATE PAYEE INVOICE NUMBER DESCRIPTION TRANSACTION AMOUNT W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 3001299 PD TRAINING 515.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 3001293 PD TRAINING 515.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 3001294 PD TRAINING 515.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 3001290 PD TRAINING 515.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 3001298 PD TRAINING 515.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 7162025 PD TRAINING 185.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 47272 PD SUPPLIES 199.90 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 6142025 PD SUPPLIES 270.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 46297335 NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 857.35 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 2515940 NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 880.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 220162 PD SUPPLIES 775.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS STG-11536 PD TRAINING 299.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS STG-11537 PD TRAINING 598.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 685DA9CDC8E47 PD TRAINING 453.16 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 1906679 PD TRAINING 550.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 806272 ADMIN SUPPLIES 79.56 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS MLF18G4KX6 ICLOUD 50 GB OF STORAGE 0.99 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 12956 CDBG AFTERSCHOOL 1,754.32 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 3006932 CDBG AFTERSCHOOL 400.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS W-20250619-1637 CDBG AFTERSCHOOL 674.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 101950812 CDBG AFTERSCHOOL 312.00 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 112921606 WEB NETWORK 80.15 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 112921606 WEB NETWORK 389.40 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 7252025 YOUTUBE TV BASE PLAN 92.98 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS 6272025 ARLO MONTHLY CHARGE 17.99 W9229 7/10/2025 AMERICAN EXPRESS FS250618727393 IT SUPPLIES 4,537.16 1000753 9/4/2025 AT&T 23879337 SERVICES 7/4/25 - 8/06/25 544.79 W9230 7/31/2025 AT&T 283700443AUG AUGUST 2025 SERVICES 117.70 1000754 9/4/2025 AUTO ZONE 4075516702 STOCK SUPPLY 200.59 1000754 9/4/2025 AUTO ZONE 4075511939 SAFETY STRAPS 26.79 1000754 9/4/2025 AUTO ZONE 4075521475 PD UNIT 279 PARTS 31.86 1000755 9/4/2025 AY NURSERY INC. 130909 2 - 24" TREES 358.88 1000756 9/4/2025 AYON TACOS MEXICO 25617-10128 UTILITY REFUND 231.31 1000757 9/4/2025 BDG LAW GROUP 36792 LEGAL SERVICES 245.00 1000757 9/4/2025 BDG LAW GROUP 36791 LEGAL SERVICES 35.00 1000758 9/4/2025 BEAR ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS, INC 27529 JULY 2025 SERVICES 6,350.00 1000759 9/4/2025 BERNARD PADILLA 24959-22218 UTILITY REFUND 958.23 1000760 9/4/2025 BRIZUELA'S IRON WORK 255 PW SUPPLIES 826.88 1000760 9/4/2025 BRIZUELA'S IRON WORK 257 PW SUPPLIES 180.00 1000760 9/4/2025 BRIZUELA'S IRON WORK 256 PW SUPPLIES 716.63
City of Huntington Park
Warrant Register
September 4, 2025
CHECK/WIRE NUMBER CHECK/WIRE DATE PAYEE INVOICE NUMBER DESCRIPTION TRANSACTION AMOUNT 1000761 9/4/2025 CALIFORNIA POLICE CHIEFS ASSN 11447 CPCA DUES 2,140.00 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK 81 BUDGET WORKSHOP SUPPLIES 108.59 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK 13673 BIRTHDAY PASTRIES 52.00 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK 19291 COUNCIL MEETING MEALS 354.48 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK 20590 USPS SERVICES 10.95 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK 28240 CITY COUNCIL SUPPLIES 86.26 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK 153590953103 COUNCIL MEETING MEALS 225.35 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK 10288 ROUNDTABLE MEETING TREATS 61.50 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK 28973 ROUNDTABLE MEETING MEALS 217.57 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK 10420 ROUNDTABLE MEETING COFFEE 22.00 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK 358967067368816 COUNCIL MEETING DESSERT 54.74 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK 16247 COUNCIL MEETING MEALS 310.80 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK 1199368199 FINANCE SUPPLIES 259.72 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK MZA4K6KF APPLE BUSINESS MANAGER 233.46 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK 016242/035638 COUNCIL MEETING MEALS 6.16 W9228 7/7/2025 CALPRIVATE BANK 6162025 FINANCE SUPPLIES 86.51 1000762 9/4/2025 CENTRAL BASIN MWD HP-JUL25 JULY 2025 SERVICES 68,024.78 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62013 STOCK SUPPLIES 842.22 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62623 PD UNIT 976 PARTS 20.00 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62507 PD UNIT 976 PARTS 651.19 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62594 PD UNIT 985 PARTS 632.93 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62593 PD UNIT 985 PARTS 308.03 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62631 STOCK SUPPLIES 100.01 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62638 PD UNIT 976 PARTS 523.23 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62655 PD UNIT 976 PARTS 130.81 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62014 STOCK SUPPLIES 731.35 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62851 PD UNIT 985 PARTS 404.02 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62754 PD UNIT 985 PARTS 379.09 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62795 PD UNIT 985 PARTS 93.26 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62796 PW UNIT 353 PARTS 718.85 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62801 PD UNIT 985 PARTS 332.60 1000763 9/4/2025 CENTRAL FORD 62815 PD STOCK SUPPLIES 444.55 W9230 8/17/2025 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS 170094701080125 AUGUST 2025 SERVICES 1,650.00 1000764 9/4/2025 CINTAS CORPORATION NO 3 4234551258 UNIFORM DRY CLEANING 489.03 1000764 9/4/2025 CINTAS CORPORATION NO 3 4218368107 UNIFORM DRY CLEANING 489.64 1000765 9/4/2025 COMMUNITY VETERINARY HOSPITAL INC 723773611 K-9 ANNUAL PHYSICAL 843.00 1000766 9/4/2025 CONCENTRA MEDICAL CENTERS 87695530 EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL 707.00 1000767 9/4/2025 DANA SAFETY SUPPLY 964651 PD UNIT 985 PARTS 563.63 1000768 9/4/2025 DANIELS TIRE SERVICE 229002569 PD UNIT 972 PARTS 468.32 1000768 9/4/2025 DANIELS TIRE SERVICE 229002515 STOCK SUPPLIES 69.72
City of Huntington Park
Warrant Register
September 4, 2025
CHECK/WIRE NUMBER CHECK/WIRE DATE PAYEE INVOICE NUMBER DESCRIPTION TRANSACTION AMOUNT 1000768 9/4/2025 DANIELS TIRE SERVICE 229002829 STOCK SUPPLIES 501.95 1000768 9/4/2025 DANIELS TIRE SERVICE 229002851 STOCK SUPPLIES 251.02 1000768 9/4/2025 DANIELS TIRE SERVICE 229002850 STOCK SUPPLIES 376.53 1000769 9/4/2025 DATA TICKET INC. 178818 APRIL 2025 SERVICES 12.50 1000769 9/4/2025 DATA TICKET INC. 181880 JUNE 2025 SERVICES 10,672.15 1000770 9/4/2025 DUNN EDWARDS CORPORATION 2009A53129 PAINT SUPPLIES 947.76 1000771 9/4/2025 ERAC HP070012141 CITATION REFUND 60.00 1000772 9/4/2025 ESTRELLA GARRIDO ARANA 772025-2 2025 AVILA SCHOLARSHIP 300.00 1000773 9/4/2025 FACIO JOSUE AARON HP280001258 CITATION REFUND 150.00 1000774 9/4/2025 GABRIELA CARDENAS HP100010332 CITATION REFUND 111.00 1000775 9/4/2025 GATEWAY CITIES COUNCIL OF FY2025-2026 ANNUAL MEMBERSHIP DUES 10,000.00 1000776 9/4/2025 GUTIERREZ BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS 2025-12 BACKGROUND CHECK 1,200.00 1000776 9/4/2025 GUTIERREZ BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS 2025-11 BACKGROUND CHECK 1,300.00 1000777 9/4/2025 GWMA UR2-25-05 LA RIVER FY25-26 42,642.61 1000778 9/4/2025 HOME DEPOT 9260353 PW SUPPLIES 628.92
1000778 9/4/2025 HOME DEPOT 393391 PW SUPPLIES 790.62
1000778 9/4/2025 HOME DEPOT 5743552 PW SUPPLIES 434.12
1000778 9/4/2025 HOME DEPOT 3743618 PW SUPPLIES 242.92
1000778 9/4/2025 HOME DEPOT 3743609 PW SUPPLIES 202.48
1000778 9/4/2025 HOME DEPOT 7553911 PW SUPPLIES 36.41
1000778 9/4/2025 HOME DEPOT 8360547 PW SUPPLIES 10.76
1000778 9/4/2025 HOME DEPOT 8532949 PW SUPPLIES 122.07
1000778 9/4/2025 HOME DEPOT 3743612 PW SUPPLIES 213.59
1000778 9/4/2025 HOME DEPOT 4270146 PW SUPPLIES 221.66
1000778 9/4/2025 HOME DEPOT 3273771 PW SUPPLIES 697.77
1000779 9/4/2025 IBE DIGITAL 482262 TONER 18.23
1000780 9/4/2025 INTERSTATE BATTERIES OF CA COAST 140084474 PD UNIT 982 BATTERY 229.14 1000781 9/4/2025 JACOB TERZOLI 2 PD VIDEO AND PICTURES 740.00 1000782 9/4/2025 JAIR MONTOYA 21855 PERMIT REFUND 1,915.20 1000783 9/4/2025 JCOR INC 37551 PERMIT REFUND 8,040.48
1000784 9/4/2025 JESSICA BRUNICK 8042025 EMPLOYEE REIMBURSEMENT 550.59 1000785 9/4/2025 JIMENEZ'S BRAKES & ALIGNMENTS INC 67395 PD UNIT 1000 ALIGNMENT 95.00 1000786 9/4/2025 JOSE A. BECERRA 772025-3 2025 AVILA SCHOLARSHIP 300.00 1000787 9/4/2025 JUAN LEON HP270001143 CITATION REFUND 343.00 1000788 9/4/2025 KEITY NOCHEZ BARAHONA 772025-1 2025 AVILA SCHOLARSHIP 300.00 1000789 9/4/2025 KIMBALL MIDWEST 103632252 FLEET SUPPLIES 555.37 1000789 9/4/2025 KIMBALL MIDWEST 103637274 FLEET SUPPLIES 560.39 1000789 9/4/2025 KIMBALL MIDWEST 103407246 FLEET SUPPLIES 77.98 1000789 9/4/2025 KIMBALL MIDWEST 103407108 FLEET SUPPLIES 385.00 1000789 9/4/2025 KIMBALL MIDWEST 103457932 FLEET SUPPLIES 77.45
City of Huntington Park
Warrant Register
September 4, 2025
CHECK/WIRE NUMBER CHECK/WIRE DATE PAYEE INVOICE NUMBER DESCRIPTION TRANSACTION AMOUNT 1000789 9/4/2025 KIMBALL MIDWEST 103433298 FLEET SUPPLIES 553.84 1000789 9/4/2025 KIMBALL MIDWEST 103461703 FLEET SUPPLIES 557.63 1000790 9/4/2025 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE 300792 LEGAL SERVICES 1,101.00 1000790 9/4/2025 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE 302517 LEGAL SERVICES 332.50 1000790 9/4/2025 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE 302520 LEGAL SERVICES 4,876.00 1000790 9/4/2025 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE 302521 LEGAL SERVICES 15,946.00 1000790 9/4/2025 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE 302522 LEGAL SERVICES 47.50 1000790 9/4/2025 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE 302523 LEGAL SERVICES 204.00 1000790 9/4/2025 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE 302524 LEGAL SERVICES 775.00 1000790 9/4/2025 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE 302525 LEGAL SERVICES 1,140.00 1000790 9/4/2025 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE 302519 LEGAL SERVICES 3,017.50 1000790 9/4/2025 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE 302518 LEGAL SERVICES 638.00 1000791 9/4/2025 LOZOYA KRISTY B HP050039284 CITATION REFUND 153.00 1000791 9/4/2025 LOZOYA KRISTY B HP040035838 CITATION REFUND 145.00 1000791 9/4/2025 LOZOYA KRISTY B HP410003983 CITATION REFUND 145.00 1000791 9/4/2025 LOZOYA KRISTY B HP050038655 CITATION REFUND 141.00 1000792 9/4/2025 LUIS YANEZ HP050040563 CITATION REFUND 51.00 1000793 9/4/2025 MATTHEW RINCON 7072025 EMPLOYEE REIMBURSEMENT 90.13 1000794 9/4/2025 MICHAEL KEESEE HP100010362 CITATION REFUND 51.00 1000795 9/4/2025 MNS ENGINEERS, INC. 90719-R APRIL-JUNE 2025 SERVICES 33,092.50 1000795 9/4/2025 MNS ENGINEERS, INC. 90719-R APRIL-JUNE 2025 SERVICES 2,543.75 1000796 9/4/2025 MOREIRA LETICIA HP120003563 CITATION REFUND 455.00 1000797 9/4/2025 NAPA AUTO PARTS 6684405 PD UNIT 279 PARTS 167.31 1000798 9/4/2025 NASSAR ANTOINE HP050040638 CITATION REFUND 145.00 1000799 9/4/2025 NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION RENTALS 7886953 TEMPORARY FENCE RENTAL 3,328.80 1000801 9/4/2025 OC RAW, INC. 6610 K9 DOG FOOD 969.75
1000800 9/4/2025 O'REILLY AUTO PARTS 2959-235029 PD UNIT 1002 PARTS 279.06 1000800 9/4/2025 O'REILLY AUTO PARTS 2959-304227 PD UNIT 279 PARTS 160.61 1000800 9/4/2025 O'REILLY AUTO PARTS 2959-304101 PD UNIT 1000 PARTS 394.40 1000800 9/4/2025 O'REILLY AUTO PARTS 2959-307117 PD UNIT 957 PARTS 48.61 1000800 9/4/2025 O'REILLY AUTO PARTS 2959-305719 PD UNIT 985 PARTS 17.20 1000800 9/4/2025 O'REILLY AUTO PARTS 2959-305177 STOCK SUPPLIES 7.16 1000800 9/4/2025 O'REILLY AUTO PARTS 2959-305822 PD UNIT 957 PARTS 323.72 1000802 9/4/2025 PARS 58465 ANNUAL ASSET FEE 593.24
1000802 9/4/2025 PARS 58465 TERM FEE 40.00
1000802 9/4/2025 PARS 58465 TRUSTEE FEE 4.78
1000802 9/4/2025 PARS 58541 MONTHLY ADMIN FEE 2,768.46
1000803 9/4/2025 PITNEY BOWES GLOBAL FINANCIAL 1027980394 RELAY 2500 & ACCESSORIES 8,303.37 1000804 9/4/2025 PREFERRED IMPRESSIONS INC 27905 PW UNIT 365 & 366 DECALS 480.75 1000804 9/4/2025 PREFERRED IMPRESSIONS INC 27895 PW UNIT 194 DECALS 240.75
City of Huntington Park
Warrant Register
September 4, 2025
CHECK/WIRE NUMBER CHECK/WIRE DATE PAYEE INVOICE NUMBER DESCRIPTION TRANSACTION AMOUNT 1000804 9/4/2025 PREFERRED IMPRESSIONS INC 27904 PW UNIT 362,363,364 DECALS 722.25 1000805 9/4/2025 PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSULTING ASSOC, INC 900907 PRE-EMPLOYMENT EVAL 462.00 1000806 9/4/2025 QUINN COMPANY PC811050083 FILTER SUPPLIES 389.23 1000806 9/4/2025 QUINN COMPANY PC811050084 FILTER SUPPLIES 253.69 1000806 9/4/2025 QUINN COMPANY PC811050085 FLEET SUPPLIES 197.46 1000806 9/4/2025 QUINN COMPANY PC811050082 FLEET SUPPLIES 389.23 1000807 9/4/2025 RUBEN BASURTO 25663-6524 UTILITY REFUND 625.93 1000808 9/4/2025 SAN DIEGO POLICE EQUIPMENT CO 666100 PD TRAINING SUPPLIES 540.34 1000809 9/4/2025 SERGIO JACOBO HP410007047 CITATION REFUND 55.00 1000810 9/4/2025 SINATRA UNIFORM, INC SU15637 PD UNIFORMS 1,268.44 1000811 9/4/2025 SPARTANS CARWASH 72925 PD CAR WASH 451.00 1000812 9/4/2025 STACY MEDICAL CENTER 3160-57191 PREBOOKING & CUSTODY DRAW 483.00 1000813 9/4/2025 SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA Jul-25 JULY 2025 SERVICES 24,984.50 1000814 9/4/2025 THORSON MOTOR CENTER 536623ISR PW UNIT 346 PARTS 366.79 1000815 9/4/2025 TIME WARNER CABLE 1.06965E+14 AUGUST 2025 SERVICES 667.82 W9230 8/17/2025 TIME WARNER CABLE 170094501080125 AUGUST 2025 SERVICES 1,999.00 W9230 8/26/2025 U.S. BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE 561369166 AUGUST 2025 SERVICES 2,299.54 W9230 8/26/2025 U.S. BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE 561368655 AUGUST 2025 SERVICES 74.71 1000816 9/4/2025 ULINE 196417531 PW SUPPLIES 519.98
1000817 9/4/2025 UTILITY SERVICES CO., INC. 605345 WELL TANK 15 STORAGE 41,141.18 1000818 9/4/2025 VALLEY ALARM 3935 BURGLAR ALARM MONTHLY FEE 665.34 1000818 9/4/2025 VALLEY ALARM 3935 BURGLAR ALARM MONTHLY FEE 665.33 1000818 9/4/2025 VALLEY ALARM 3935 BURGLAR ALARM MONTHLY FEE 715.28 1000819 9/4/2025 WALTERS WHOLESALE ELECTRIC COMPANY S128571703.001 ELECTRICAL SUPPLIES 414.60 1000820 9/4/2025 WENSESLADO INIGUEZ 39314 PERMIT REFUND 450.00 1000821 9/4/2025 WOODRUFF & SMART 78551 LEGAL SERVICES 307.50 1000821 9/4/2025 WOODRUFF & SMART 78552 LEGAL SERVICES 462.80 Grand Total 380,211.18
ITEM 3
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
Office of the City Manager
City Council Agenda Report
September 9, 2025
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
City of Huntington Park
6550 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, CA 90255
Dear Mayor and Members of the City Council:
SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-11 ESTABLISHING
AN ANTI-TRUST POLICY FOR AWARD OF CITY CONTRACTS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
Waive full reading and adopt by title Ordinance No. 2025-11 establishing an anti-trust policy for award of city contracts.
PURPOSE/JUSTIFICATION OF RECOMMENDED ACTION
As fiscal stewards of public funds for the residents of Huntington Park, the City Council has a responsibility to ensure that the money entrusted to the City by its residents is used in a prudent manner. The elected officials can foster trust between the governing body and the residents by ensuring that all money expended by the City is done so in a manner that benefits the residents of Huntington Park. This includes making sure that the City does not have a disproportionate reliance on any one entity to carry out the necessary services or functions of the City.
As a result of past issues related to outsized influence of particular individuals or entities, this Ordinance is being proposed to address the concerns voiced by many residents, staff, and elected officials. The Ordinance would help to ensure that services provided to the City and its residents are carried out by a more diverse pool of providers and that the money paid for these services is not used to unduly influence city operations or expenditures.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT
No legal consideration needed.
SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-11 ESTABLISHING
AN ANTI-TRUST POLICY FOR AWARD OF CITY CONTRACTS
September 9, 2025
FISCAL IMPACT/FINANCING
No fiscal impact.
CONCLUSION
Upon Council approval, staff will proceed with the recommended actions.
Respectfully submitted,
RICARDO REYES
City Manager
ATTACHMENT(S)
Ordinance No. 2025-11
ITEM 4
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
Office of the City Manager
City Council Agenda Report
September 9, 2025
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
City of Huntington Park
6550 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, CA 90255
Dear Mayor and Members of the City Council:
SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-12 ESTABLISHING
A RECEIVERSHIP POLICY FOR PROPERTIES UNDER RECEIVERSHIP IN THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
Waive full reading and adopt by title Ordinance No. 2025-12 establishing a receivership policy for properties under receivership in the city of Huntington Park
PURPOSE/JUSTIFICATION OF RECOMMENDED ACTION
The City of Huntington Park has experienced several issues related to the process of placing properties under receivership. As a result of these issues, an ordinance has been proposed by a Council Member to help ensure that the process of placing and managing properties under receivership is done in such a manner as to prevent fraud, corruption, and mismanagement while promoting the public interest.
The receivership process can often be complex and complicated for individuals without formal training to navigate. This ordinance would require persons responsible to be adequately trained and would provide for a greater degree of public input.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT
No legal consideration needed.
FISCAL IMPACT/FINANCING
No fiscal impact.
SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2025-11 ESTABLISHING
AN ANTI-TRUST POLICY FOR AWARD OF CITY CONTRACTS
September 9, 2025
CONCLUSION
Upon Council approval, staff will proceed with the recommended actions.
Respectfully submitted,
RICARDO REYES
City Manager
ATTACHMENT(S)
Ordinance No. 2025-12
ORDINANCE NO. 2025-12
An ordinance of the City of Huntington Park establishing rules and guidelines for the management of properties under receivership to prevent fraud, corruption, mismanagement, and promote the public interest.
THE PEOPLE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
DO ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
A new Chapter 13 of Title 2, entitled Receivership Policy of the Huntington Park Municipal Code to read as follows:
SECTION 1. PURPOSE
The purpose of this ordinance is to establish procedures, standards, and accountability measures for the management of properties under receivership within the City of Huntington Park. These regulations are intended to ensure that properties are rehabilitated responsibly, transparently, and ethically, to promote community well-being and protect public resources.
SECTION 2. DEFINITIONS
For the purposes of this ordinance, the following definitions shall apply:
1. Receiver: A court-appointed individual or entity responsible for managing, rehabilitating, or selling a property under receivership.
2. Receivership Property: Any property placed under the control of a receiver by a court order due to issues such as abandonment, code violations, unpaid taxes, or public nuisance.
3. Conflict of Interest: A situation where a receiver or associated party has a personal, financial, or other interest that could improperly influence their duties and responsibilities.
SECTION 3. RECEIVER QUALIFICATIONS AND APPOINTMENT
1. Minimum Qualifications: Receivers must demonstrate experience in property management, real estate law, or construction management.
Receivers must be licensed in good standing with the appropriate regulatory bodies.
2. Background Checks: Receivers and their key personnel must undergo background checks to ensure there are no prior convictions related to fraud, corruption, or unethical business practices.
3. Bonding and Insurance: Receivers must obtain a surety bond and maintain liability insurance to protect the city against potential financial losses due to negligence or fraud.
SECTION 4. FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT AND REPORTING
1. Segregated Accounts: Receivers are required to maintain separate bank accounts for each property under receivership to prevent commingling of funds and ensure transparency.
2. Monthly Financial Reports: Receivers must submit detailed monthly financial reports to the city’s oversight board, including all income, expenses, and financial transactions related to the property.
3. Annual Independent Audit: Properties under receivership must undergo an annual independent audit, with the results submitted to the City Council and made publicly available.
SECTION 5. PROPERTY MAINTENANCE AND IMPROVEMENT STANDARDS
1. Maintenance Guidelines: Receivers must adhere to standardized maintenance and safety guidelines to ensure properties are kept secure, clean, and in compliance with local building codes.
2. Improvement Timelines: Receivers must submit a detailed improvement plan with specific timelines for addressing code violations, safety hazards, and necessary renovations within 30 days of appointment.
3. Regular Inspections: The city will conduct bi-annual inspections of properties under receivership to verify compliance with maintenance and improvement standards.
SECTION 6. PROCUREMENT AND CONTRACTING
1. Competitive Bidding: Receivers are required to use a competitive bidding process for all contracts exceeding $10,000 to ensure fair pricing and prevent favoritism.
2. Conflict of Interest Disclosures: Receivers must disclose any potential conflicts of interest with contractors, vendors, or service providers.
Receivers are prohibited from contracting with entities in which they have a financial interest.
3. Approved Vendor List: The city will maintain a list of pre-approved vendors and contractors that meet quality and ethical standards. Receivers are encouraged to use vendors from this list.
SECTION 7. COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT AND TRANSPARENCY
1. Public Notice: Receivers must provide public notice of major actions related to the property, such as sales or significant renovations, in a local newspaper and on the city’s website.
2. Community Meetings: For properties located in residential areas, receivers must hold at least one community meeting to gather input and inform residents of plans for the property.
3. Transparency Portal: The city will establish an online portal where the public can access information about properties under receivership, including financial reports, improvement plans, and meeting notices.
SECTION 8. POST-RECEIVERSHIP MONITORING
1. Ongoing Compliance Checks: Properties that exit receivership will be subject to ongoing compliance checks for a period of one year to ensure continued adherence to city codes and standards.
2. Penalties for Non-compliance: Receivers who fail to meet the requirements of this ordinance may face penalties, including fines, removal from their position, or legal action.
SECTION 9. TRAINING AND SUPPORT
1. Mandatory Training: All receivers must complete city-approved training on ethical standards, legal responsibilities, and best practices for property management within 60 days of appointment.
2. City Resources: Receivers will have access to city resources, including technical assistance, legal support, and funding opportunities, to aid in the effective management and rehabilitation of properties.
SECTION 10. ENFORCEMENT AND IMPLEMENTATION
1. Oversight Committee: The city will establish an Oversight Committee consisting of city officials, legal advisors, and community representatives to monitor compliance with this ordinance and provide guidance.
2. Review and Amendments: This ordinance shall be reviewed annually by the City Council, with amendments made as necessary to address emerging issues and ensure effectiveness.
SECTION 11. EFFECTIVE DATE AND REPEAL OF CONFLICTING
ORDINANCES
This ordinance shall take effect 30 days after its adoption. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict with this ordinance are hereby repealed.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED THIS DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2025.
Arturo Flores, Mayor
ATTEST:
Eduardo Sarmiento, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Andrew Sarega, Acting City Attorney
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
I, Eduardo Sarmiento, City Clerk of the City of Huntington Park, County of Los Angeles, State of California, hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 2025-12 was introduced at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park on the 18th day of August 2025 and was adopted by the City Council of the City of Huntington Park, signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk at the Regular City Council Meeting held on the 9th day of September 2025 and that said Ordinance was adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
The undersigned, City Clerk of the City of Huntington Park, does hereby attest and certify that the foregoing Ordinance is a true, full and correct copy of an ordinance duly adopted at a meeting of said City which was duly convened and held on the date stated thereon, and that said document has not been amended, modified, repealed or rescinded since its date of adoption and is in full force and effect as of the date hereof. _____________________________ Dated:
Eduardo Sarmiento, City Clerk
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
ITEM 1
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
Police Department
City Council Agenda Report
September 9, 2025
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
City of Huntington Park
6550 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, CA 90255
Dear Mayor and Members of the City Council:
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE STANDARD AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL AND THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 GRANT ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM FUNDS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Approve standard agreement with the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control - Grant Assistance Program; and
2. Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an agreement with the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control; and
3. Authorize the Finance Director to establish budget expenditure and reimbursement accounts to administer the awarded funds.
BACKGROUND
In 1995, the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) embarked on a new and innovative approach to broaden and increase the level of enforcement related to alcoholic beverages regulations, by working in partnership with cities and counties through a grant assistance program. The primary mission of the Grant Assistance Program (GAP) is to work with local law enforcement agencies to develop effective, comprehensive, and strategic approaches toward the effort of eliminating crime and public nuisance problems associated with establishments selling and serving alcoholic beverages in violation of law.
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE STANDARD AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL AND THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 GRANT ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM FUNDS
September 9, 2025
The Huntington Park Police Department (HPPD) applied for grant funding through this program and the City of Huntington Park has been awarded $60,000 for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
HPPD officers will partner with ABC investigators to implement and execute the program's goals and objectives, which will, at minimum, include minor decoy/shoulder tap operations, IMPACT inspections, trap door operations, party prevention, and dispersal deployment.
HPPD will also conduct various undercover operations targeting licensed establishments that are suspected of alcohol-related violations and of facilitating crime, nuisance, and community blight activities, such as loitering, prostitution, and the use and sale of narcotics.
Additionally, HPPD will incorporate prevention and education programs that will engage members of the community toward the collective effort of reducing underage drinking and alcohol-related crimes as well as identifying problem locations. Furthermore, HPPD will engage private and public organizations, community groups, and other stakeholders, including but not limited to Los Angeles Unified School District, Neighborhood Watch groups, community groups, youth groups, business owners, and the business community. Through this engagement, HPPD will enhance outreach efforts, leading to increased public awareness of ABC regulations. HPPD will also utilize the news media forum to expand public awareness by sending out press releases and/or articles that highlight the goals and objectives of the grant program, as well as grant program-related community events.
HPPD fully supports the goals and objectives of this grant program and is dedicated to making a meaningful impact on issues related to the sales and service of alcoholic beverages by ABC-licensed establishments. By enforcing regulations on violators, lawabiding establishments will benefit from increased patronage and a stronger community.
FISCAL IMPACT/FINANCING
No matching funds are required to receive these grant funds. ABC provides reimbursement of funds spent as the grant program is administered. It is currently estimated that reimbursement may take up to 45 days, once invoices are submitted.
Invoices will be submitted to ABC on a monthly basis in accordance with program activities.
The following budget appropriations for Fiscal Year 2025-2026, totaling $60,000, are requested:
RESOLUTION TO APPROVE THE STANDARD AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
DEPARTMENT OF ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL AND THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 GRANT ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM FUNDS
September 9, 2025
Account Number 252-7010-421.13-00 / ABC Overtime - Regular, $53,300 Account Number 252-7010-421.59-15 / ABC Training and Development, $3,000 Account Number 252-7010-421.61-20 / ABC Supplies, $3,000 Account Number 252-7010-421.56-12 / ABC Petty Cash, $700
LEGAL AND PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Please refer to the Standard Agreement included with this report for legal and program requirements associated with accepting these grant funds.
CONCLUSION
Upon approval by the City Council, staff will implement the approved actions.
Respectfully submitted,
RICARDO REYES
City Manager
Chief of Police
ATTACHMENTS
A. Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Alcoholic Beverage Control Grant Assistance Program / State of California Standard Agreement
B. Resolution authorizing City Manager to enter into an agreement with the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
Agreement Number: 25-APP16
City of Huntington Park through the Huntington Park Police Department
EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF WORK
I. SCOPE OF WORK
• Contractor agrees to implement the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC), Alcohol Policing Partnership program. This program is intended to work with law enforcement agencies to develop an effective, comprehensive and strategic approach to eliminate the crime and public nuisance problems associated with problem alcoholic beverage outlets.
• Contractor agrees to implement ABC’s Minor Decoy, Shoulder Tap Programs and conduct Informed Merchants Preventing Alcohol-Related Crime Tendencies (IMPACT) Inspections. These programs target both ABC licensed premises and individuals who furnish alcoholic beverages to the underage operators. The project is targeted to reduce underage drinking and the resultant DUI driving injuries and fatalities, and/or property damages, reduce youth access to alcoholic beverages through the education of licensee(s), enforcement intervention and the impressions of omnipresence of law enforcement. In addition, Contractor agrees to the following goals:
1. The operation period of the grant is July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026.
2. Contractor agrees to raise public awareness that selling, serving and/or furnishing alcoholic beverages to individuals under twenty-one years old is a criminal violation that will be prosecuted by local city and district attorneys.
3. Minor Decoy operations are designed to educate and deter licensed locations from selling/furnishing alcohol to minors. Contractor agrees to conduct Minor Decoy Operations at both “On-Sale” and “Off-Sale” licensed establishments within the operation period of the grant.
4. Shoulder Tap operations are used to detect and deter adult furnishers outside of a licensed business. Contractor agrees to conduct Shoulder Tap Operations at “Off-Sale” licensed locations to apprehend adults that are unaffiliated with the licensed businesses and who are purchasing alcohol for minors outside of the stores within the operation period of the grant.
5. Informed Merchants Preventing Alcohol-Related Crime Tendencies (IMPACT) primary goal is to educate licensee’s on alcohol related laws to help reduce alcohol-related crime in and around licensed premises. Contractor agrees to conduct visits and inspections of licensed premises identifying areas of non-compliance at “On-Sale” and “Off-Sale” licensed locations within the operation period of the grant.
II. GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
1. Conduct at least seven (7) Minor Decoy operations.
2. Conduct at least seven (7) Shoulder Tap operations, including the Statewide Shoulder Tap.
3. Conduct at least eight (8) IMPACT operations.
Agreement Number: 25-APP16
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4. Conduct at least six (6) DUI Enforcement operations.
5. Conduct at least seven (7) Undercover operations.
6. Host at least one (1) TRACE training.
7. Advertise at least two (2) LEAD trainings
8. Conduct at least two (2) Community meetings.
9. Conduct at least six (6) Roll Cal trainings.
10. Provide press/social media releases on grant enforcement activities.
A. To announce the start of the program;
B. At the conclusion of each Minor Decoy Operation has been held (to announce the number of licensed premises who sold to the minor decoy) C. At the conclusion of each Shoulder Tap Operation has been held (to announce the number of adults arrested for purchasing alcoholic beverages for the decoy).
11. Contractor will fax (916) 419-2599 or email each press release to the Department’s Public Information Officer ([email protected]) as soon as it is released.
12. Contractor agrees in all press releases, in addition to any credits the agency wishes to give, will include the following statement: “This project is part of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control’s Alcohol Policing Partnership.”
Contractor agrees to complete and submit monthly reports, on a format designed and provided by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control due no later than 15th of the following month.
III. PROJECT REPRESENTATIVES
The project representatives during the term of this agreement will be:
Huntington Park Police Department
Elsa Cobian, Administrative Lieutenant
6542 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 826-6695
[email protected]
Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
Aaron Perry, Supervising Agent in Charge
3927 Lennane Drive, Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95834
(916) 419-5169
[email protected]
Direct all fiscal inquiries to:
Huntington Park Police Department
Jeff Jones, Finance Director
6550 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, CA 90255
(323) 582-6161
Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
Kristine Okino, Grant Coordinator
3927 Lennane Drive, Suite 100
Sacramento, CA 95834
[email protected]
Agreement Number: 25-APP16
City of Huntington Park through the Huntington Park Police Department
EXHIBIT B
BUDGET DETAIL AND PAYMENT PROVISIONS
I. INVOICING AND PAYMENT
• For services satisfactorily rendered and upon receipt and approval of the invoice, the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control agrees to pay a monthly payment of approved reimbursable costs per the Budget Detail of personnel overtime and benefits (actual cost) and/or allowable costs. • Invoices shall clearly reference this contract number (25-APP16) and must not exceed the contract total authorized amount of $60,000.00. Invoices are to be submitted by the 15th of every month, on the prescribed form designed by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.
Submit to: Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control
Attn: Kristine Okino, Grant Coordinator
3927 Lennane Drive
Sacramento, California 95834
• Payment shall be made in arrears within 30 days from the receipt of an undisputed invoice. Nothing contained herein shall prohibit advance payments as authorized by Item 2100-101-3036, Budget Act, Statues of 2025.
• Contractor understands in order to be eligible for reimbursement; cost must be incurred on or after the effective date of the project, July 1, 2025 and on or before the project termination date, June 30, 2026. • Revisions to the “Scope of Work” and the “Budget Detail” may be requested by a change request letter submitted by the Contractor. If approved, the revised Grant Scope of Work and/or Budget Detail supersedes and replaces the previous grant and will initiate an amendment. No revisions can exceed allotted amount as shown on the Budget Detail. The total amount of the grant must remain unchanged. • Contractor agrees to refund to the State any amounts claimed for reimbursement and paid to Contractor which are later disallowed by the State after audit or inspection of records maintained by the Contractor.
• Only the costs displayed in the Budget Detail are authorized for reimbursement by the State to Contractor under this agreement. Any other costs incurred by Contractor in the performance of this agreement are the sole responsibility of Contractor.
• Title shall be reserved to the State for any State-furnished or State-financed property authorized by the State which is not fully consumed in the performance of this agreement. Contractor is responsible for the care, maintenance, repair, and protection of any such property. Inventory records shall be maintained by Contractor and submitted to the State upon request. All such property shall be returned to the State upon the expiration of this grant unless the State otherwise directs. • Prior approval by the State in writing is required for the location, costs, dates, agenda, instructors, instructional materials, and attendees at any reimbursable training seminar, workshop or conference, and over any reimbursable publicity or educational materials to be made available for distribution.
Contractor is required to acknowledge the support of the State whenever publicizing the work under this grant in any media.
Agreement Number: 25-APP16
City of Huntington Park through the Huntington Park Police Department
II. BUDGET DETAIL
COST CATEGORY TOTAL COST
A. Personnel Services
Overtime
Officer ($88.00/hourly)
Corporal ($92.00/hourly)
Sergeant ($102.00/hourly)
Benefits – n/a
TOTAL Personnel
$19,297.00
$17,201.00
$16,802.00
$0.00
$53,300.00
B. Operating Expenses (receipts required)
Buy Money / Decoy Meals $700.00
Supplies – must be pre-approved $500.00
TOTAL Operating $1,200.00
C. Equipment (receipts required, must be purchased by 12/31) Laptop and accessories $2,500.00
TOTAL Equipment $2,500.00
D. Travel Costs
Conference registration, lodging, per diem $3,000.00
TOTAL Travel $3,000.00
GRANT TOTAL $60,000.00
Agreement Number: 25-APP16
City of Huntington Park through the Huntington Park Police Department
III. BUDGET CONTINGENCY CLAUSE
• It is mutually agreed that if the Budget Act of the current year and/or any subsequent years covered under this Agreement does not appropriate sufficient funds for the program, this Agreement shall be of no further force and effect. In this event, the State shall have no liability to pay any funds whatsoever to Contractor or to furnish any other considerations under this Agreement and Contractor shall not be obligated to perform any provisions of this Agreement.
• If funding for any fiscal year is reduced or deleted by the Budget Act for purposes of this program, the State shall have the option to either cancel this Agreement with no liability occurring to the State, or offer an agreement amendment to Contractor to reflect the reduced amount.
IV. PROMPT PAYMENT CLAUSE
• Payment will be made in accordance with, and within the time specified in, Government Code Chapter
4.5, commencing with Section 927.
Agreement Number: 25-APP16
City of Huntington Park through the Huntington Park Police Department
EXHIBIT D
SPECIAL TERMS AND CONDITIONS
1. Disputes: Any disputes concerning a question of fact arising under this contract which is not disposed of by agreement shall be decided by the Director, Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control, or designee, who shall reduce his decision in writing and mail or otherwise furnish a copy thereof to the Contractor. The decision of the Department shall be final and conclusive unless, within 30 days from the date of receipt of such copy, the Contractor mails or otherwise furnishes to the State a written appeal addressed to the Director of the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control. The decision of the Director of Alcoholic Beverage Control or his duly authorized representative for the determination of such appeals shall be final and conclusive unless determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to have been fraudulent, capricious, arbitrary, or so grossly erroneous as necessarily to imply bad faith, or not supported by substantial evidence. In connection with any appeal proceeding under this clause, the contractor shall be afforded an opportunity to be heard and to offer evidence in support of its appeal. Pending final decision of a dispute hereunder, Contractor shall proceed diligently with the performance of the contract and in accordance with the decision of the State.
2. Cancellation/Termination: This agreement may be cancelled or terminated without cause by either party by giving thirty (30) calendar days advance written notice to the other party. Such notification shall state the effective date of termination or cancellation and include any final performance and/or payment/invoicing instructions/requirements. No penalty shall accrue to either party because of contract termination.
3. Contract Validity: This contract is valid and enforceable only if adequate funds are appropriated in Item 2100-101-3036, Budget Act of 2025, for the purposes of this program.
4. Contractor Certifications: By signing this agreement, Contractor certifies compliance with the provisions of CCC 04/2017, Standard Contractor Certification Clauses. This document may be viewed at: https://www.dgs.ca.gov/OLS/Resources/Page-Content/Office-of-Legal-ServicesResources-List-Folder/Standard-Contract-Language
5. If the State determines that the grant project is not achieving its goals and objectives on schedule, funding may be reduced by the State to reflect this lower level of project activity and/or cancel the agreement.
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ATTACHMENT “B”
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON PARK, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING FUNDS FROM THE
ALCOHOL POLICING PARTNERSHIP THAT WILL BE UTILIZED BY
HUNTINGTON PARK POLICE DEPARTMENT TO UNDERTAKE IN A
CERTAIN PROJECT DESIGNATED AS ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE
CONTROL OPERATIONS
WHEREAS, The Huntington Park Police Department desires to undertake a certain project designated as ABC Operations to be funded in part from funds made available through the Alcohol Policing Partnership (APP) program administered by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (hereafter referred to as ABC);
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. that the City Manager of the City of Huntington Park is authorized to execute on behalf of the City Council the attached contract, including any extensions or amendments thereof and any subsequent contract with the State in relation thereto.
SECTION 2. IT IS AGREED that any liability arising out of the performance of this contract, including civil court actions for damages, shall be the responsibility of the grant recipient and the authorizing agency. The State of California and ABC disclaim responsibility for any such liability.
SECTION 3. BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that grant funds received hereunder shall not be used to supplant expenditures controlled by this body.
SECTION 4. IT IS ALSO AGREED that this award is not subject to local hiring freezes.
SECTION 5. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 9th day of September 2025.
Arturo Flores,
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Eduardo Sarmiento,
City Clerk
ITEM 2
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
Public Works Department
City Council Agenda Report
September 9, 2025
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
City of Huntington Park
6550 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, CA 90255
Dear Mayor and Members of the City Council:
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE INTERSECTION OF HOPE STREET AND CALIFORNIA AVENUE AS “ANA RODRIGUEZ SQUARE” IN MEMORY OF ANA RODRIGUEZ
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Approve a Resolution designating the intersection of Hope Street and California Avenue as “Ana Rodriguez Square” in honor of Ana Rodriguez.
PURPOSE/JUSTIFICATION OF RECOMMENDED ACTION
On June 10, 2024, the Public Works Department received a formal request from Huntington Park resident Ms. Ana Felan to rename the 3600 block of Hope Street— between California Avenue and Salt Lake Avenue—in memory of her daughter, Ana Rodriguez, a lifelong resident of the neighborhood.
Ana Rodriguez tragically lost her life on May 12, 2024 (Mother’s Day) in a fatal hit-andrun involving a speeding SUV. Her death deeply impacted her family, friends, and the surrounding community.
In response to the request, the City’s Traffic Engineering Division conducted a field investigation on July 24, 2024, to assess traffic and safety conditions along the corridor.
Observations included:
• Hope Street (California Ave to Salt Lake Ave) spans approximately 1,250 feet and serves as a two-lane residential corridor.
• The segment includes two non-standard flattened speed bumps with 25 MPH pavement markings.
• STOP signs and 25 MPH speed limit signs are posted at each end of the block. • There are currently no marked pedestrian crosswalks within the segment. • Residences in the area range from 3500 to 3800 Hope Street.
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX DESIGNATING THE INTERSECTION OF HOPE STREET AND CALIFORNIA AVENUE AS “ANA RODRIGUEZ SQUARE” IN MEMORY OF ANA RODRIGUEZ
September 9, 2025
An aerial map and photographs of existing conditions are provided as Exhibits A and B.
The item was first presented to the Traffic Authority on July 24, 2024, at which time staff shared its preliminary field findings. At that time, the Authority directed staff to evaluate the request further and return with a formal recommendation.
On August 11, 2025, the Mayor’s Office and City Manager submitted a follow-up request to the Engineering Division, supporting the designation of the intersection of Hope Street and California Avenue as “Ana Rodriguez Square.” The Mayor’s Office provided a draft resolution.
Staff returned to the Traffic Authority on August 4, 2025, where the proposed resolution was formally reviewed and approved for recommendation to the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT/FINANCING
The proposed action is expected to have minimal fiscal impact. Costs will be limited to sign fabrication and installation.
CONCLUSION
Staff recommends that the City Council approve Resolution No. 2025-XX. Upon approval, Public Works will coordinate the installation of commemorative signage and take all necessary steps to implement the designation of “Ana Rodriguez Square.” Respectfully submitted,
RICARDO REYES
City Manager
GERARDO LOPEZ
Director of Public Works
ATTACHMENT(S)
A. Resolution Designating the Intersection of Hope St and California Ave as “Ana Rodriguez Square”
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK, CALIFORNIA,
DESIGNATING THE INTERSECTION OF HOPE
STREET AND CALIFORNIA STREET AS "ANA
RODRIGUEZ SQUARE" IN MEMORY OF ANA
RODRIGUEZ
WHEREAS, on Mother's Day, May 12, 2024, Ana Rodriguez was tragically and fatally struck by a vehicle at the intersection of Hope Street and California Street, in an incident that has deeply impacted her family, friends, and the entire community; and
WHEREAS, Ana Rodriguez was a beloved daughter, sister, friend and community member, remembered for her vibrant and adventurous life; and WHEREAS, the loss of Ana Rodriguez has underscored the need for continued efforts to improve pedestrian safety and community awareness, so that such tragedies may be prevented in the future; and
WHEREAS, naming the intersection where this tragic event occurred in her honor serves as a lasting tribute to her life and a solemn reminder of the importance of safe streets and compassionate community values; and WHEREAS, the City of Huntington Park wishes to ensure that Ana Rodriguez is not forgotten, and that her memory lives on in the hearts of all who pass through this intersection.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The intersection of Hope Street and California Street shall henceforth be designated as: '"Ana Rodriguez Square" in memory of Ana Rodriguez and the life she lived.
SECTION 2. The City of Huntington Park shall cause appropriate signage to be installed at or near the intersection, reflecting this design in a respectful and permanent manner.
SECTION 3. This designation serves not only as a tribute to the memory of Ana Rodriguez, but also as a solemn reminder of the need for safer streets and a shared commitment to protecting all members of our community.
SECTION 4. The City Council extends its deepest condolences to the family and loved ones of Ana Rodriguez and recognizes the pain and loss that they, and the community, continue to endure.
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SECTION 5. A community gathering and dedication ceremony may be scheduled to formally unveil the signage and provide space for reflection and remembrance.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 9th day of September, 2025.
Arturo Flores,
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Eduardo Sarmiento,
City Clerk
Public Works Department
Exhibit A - Aerial View of Hope Street and California Avenue Public Works Department
Exhibit B - Existing Conditions at Hope Street and California Avenue Traffic Authority Meeting
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK I Page 3 I 7
This block of Hope Street at California Avenue has businesses and residential homes. Hope Street is a residential street, 30 ft wide curb-to-curb, providing 1 lane of travel in each direction and a curbside parking on both sides. The directional travel is separated by a yellow centerline striping. California Avenue is 50 ft wide curb-to-curb providing 1 lane of travel in each direction and a turning lane. California Avenue has parking on both sides.
ANALYSIS:
The draft City Council resolution concerns naming the intersection of Hope Street and California Avenue as "Ana Rodriguez Square". The loss of Ana Rodriguez has underscored the need for continued efforts to improve pedestrian safety and community awareness, so that such tragedies may be prevented in the future. Naming the intersection where this tragic event occurred in her honor serves as a lasting tribute to her life and a solemn reminder of the importance of safe streets and compassionate community values. The community wishes to ensure that Ana Rodriguez is not forgotten, and that her memory lives on in the hearts of all who pass through this intersection. The naming as "Ana Rodriguez Square" will not impact traffic conditions at the intersection, rather it will have a deep and lasting awareness to anyone passing through the intersection about traffic safety and the need for safety improvements and the City's continuous efforts to that purpose.
RECOMMENDATIONS:
Based on a review of the available information, presented facts, and a field review by the Traffic Engineer, the following recommendations are presented to the Traffic Authority for review, consideration, and approval:
1. Concur with the draft City Council resolution to designate the intersection of Hope Street and California Avenue as "Ana Rodriguez Square."
ITEM 3
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
Office of the City Manager
City Council Agenda Report
September 9, 2025
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
City of Huntington Park
6550 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, CA 90255
Dear Mayor and Members of the City Council:
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION REGARDING
POLITICIZATION OF SCHOOLS, REINFORCEMENT OF FORMAL
COMMUNICATIONS PROTOCOLS, EQUITABLE PROCESSING OF SCHOOL
REQUESTS, AND POLICE DEPARTMENT COOPERATION WITH LOS ANGELES
UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT INVESTIGATORS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Adopt a Resolution calling upon the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) Board of Education to direct the Superintendent to address the politicization of schools, reinforce formal communication protocols, ensure equitable processing of school requests, and directing the Huntington Park Police Department to fully cooperate with LAUSD investigators; and
2. Authorize the Mayor to sign and transmit a formal position letter to the LAUSD Board of Education consistent with the adopted resolution
3. Direct City staff to ensure the resolution and position letter are transmitted promptly and communicated directly to LAUSD Board officials and Superintendent’s Office.
PURPOSE/JUSTIFICATION OF RECOMMENDED ACTION
In 2023, the City of Huntington Park entered an Education Compact with LAUSD. The Compact outlines joint commitments to support student success and emphasizes the importance of coordinated communication between the City and LAUSD, particularly under the section titled "Communications and Ongoing Engagement." The City is home to 36 schools, the majority of which are LAUSD campuses. Given this scale, requests from schools must be managed by LAUSD's Office of Legislative Affairs and Government Relations in an equitable and prioritized manner. Reliance on informal CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX REGARDING
POLITICIZATION OF SCHOOLS, REINFORCEMENT OF FORMAL
COMMUNICATIONS PROTOCOLS, EQUITABLE PROCESSING OF SCHOOL
REQUESTS, AND POLICE DEPARTMENT COOPERATION WITH LAUSD
INVESTIGATORS
September 9, 2025
channels or political influence risks undermining fairness, transparency, and student safety.
In recent months, concerns have been raised regarding:
• School events are being politicized, including the distribution of materials at campuses bearing the names of elected officials.
• Events organized without City coordination, during which officials presented themselves as conducting official City business while engaging in activities that appeared campaign-related; and
• Reports that some schools have been used for campaign-related volunteer recruitment, often involving minors.
These practices raise serious questions about the appropriateness of political activity on school campuses. More importantly, they underscore the need for a consistent and equitable process for addressing requests from all 36 schools in Huntington Park.
Without clear protocols, resources, and attention, risk is being allocated based on political access rather than objective need.
Adoption of the attached resolution and transmission of the position letter will:
• Call upon the LAUSD Board of Education to direct the Superintendent to strengthen and enforce communication protocols with the City; • Request that principals be reminded of the importance of using the proper channels when inviting elected officials or authorizing appearances at school events.
• Ensure that requests from schools are prioritized equitably and based on student safety rather than political influence.
• Urge LAUSD to prohibit campaign-related activity on school campuses, particularly during school-sponsored events involving minors; • Direct the City Manager to ensure the Huntington Park Police Department fully cooperates with LAUSD investigators in any matters concerning student safety and school community well-being; and
• Ensure staff formally communicates the adopted resolution and letter directly to LAUSD Board officials and the Superintendent's Office.
FISCAL IMPACT/FINANCING
There is no fiscal impact associated with the adoption of the resolution or the transmittal of the position letter.
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX REGARDING
POLITICIZATION OF SCHOOLS, REINFORCEMENT OF FORMAL
COMMUNICATIONS PROTOCOLS, EQUITABLE PROCESSING OF SCHOOL
REQUESTS, AND POLICE DEPARTMENT COOPERATION WITH LAUSD
INVESTIGATORS
September 9, 2025
CONCLUSION
Adoption of the attached resolution, approval of the accompanying position letter, and direction to staff to transmit and communicate this action to LAUSD officials will formally communicate the City Council's concerns, call upon the Board of Education to direct the Superintendent to address these matters, and ensure that school-related requests are managed equitably, transparently, and consistent with the City–LAUSD Education Compact.
Respectfully submitted,
RICARDO REYES
City Manager
ATTACHMENT(S)
A. Resolution No. 2025-XX Calling Upon LAUSD Board of Education to Address the Politicization of Schools
B. Draft Position Letter from the City Huntington Park City Council RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON PARK CALLING UPON THE LOS ANGELES UNIFIED
SCHOOL DISTRICT BOARD OF EDUCATION TO DIRECT THE
SUPERINTENDENT TO ADDRESS THE POLITICIZATION OF
SCHOOLS, REINFORCE FORMAL COMMUNICATION PROTOCOLS,
ENSURE EQUITABLE PROCESSING OF SCHOOL REQUESTS, AND
DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENSURE POLICE
COOPERATION WITH LAUSD INVESTIGATORS
WHEREAS, the City of Huntington Park and the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) entered an Education Compact in 2023 to promote student success and ensure coordinated communication between the City and LAUSD; and
WHEREAS, the Education Compact specifically emphasizes “Communications and Ongoing Engagement” to minimize disruption, enhance coordination, and ensure transparency; and WHEREAS, the City of Huntington Park is home to 36 schools, the majority of which are LAUSD campuses, and requests from these schools must be managed equitably and prioritized appropriately, rather than subject to political influence or ad hoc decision-making; and WHEREAS, the City Council has observed and received reports of school events being politicized, including the distribution of materials bearing the names of elected officials, events organized without City coordination, and the use of school campuses for campaign-related volunteer recruitment involving minors; and
WHEREAS, these activities raise concerns regarding the appropriateness of political activity on school campuses and undermine the shared mission of the City and LAUSD to safeguard students and promote a positive and nonpartisan educational environment; and WHEREAS, the City of Huntington Park seeks to strengthen cooperation with LAUSD, including law enforcement coordination, to ensure that matters involving the safety and well-being of students are handled with the highest level of transparency and accountability.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Huntington Park as follows:
SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Huntington Park hereby adopts a formal position calling upon the LAUSD Board of Education to direct the Superintendent to:
ATTACHMENT "A"
a) Establish and enforce clear protocols ensuring that all LAUSD requests and school event coordination within Huntington Park are conducted through the formal channels outlined in the Education Compact;
b) Reinforce with school principals the importance of adhering to these protocols, especially regarding invitations to elected officials and authorizations for appearances at school events;
c) Ensure that requests from the City’s 36 schools are processed and prioritized equitably, based on need and student safety, and not subject to political influence; and d) Prohibit campaign-related activity on school campuses during school-sponsored events involving minors.
Section 2. The City Council hereby directs the City Manager to ensure that the Huntington Park Police Department fully cooperates with LAUSD investigators on all matters concerning the safety and well-being of students and school communities within the City.
Section 3. The City Council hereby directs staff to transmit this Resolution and the accompanying position letter to the LAUSD Board of Education and Superintendent’s Office promptly and to communicate the Council’s action directly to the appropriate officials.
Section 4. The Mayor is authorized to sign and transmit a position letter consistent with this Resolution to the LAUSD Board of Education.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 9TH DAY OF SEPTEMBER 2025.
Arturo Flores, Mayor
ATTEST:
Eduardo Sarmiento, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Andrew Sarega, Acting City Attorney
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK I, Eduardo Sarmiento, City Clerk of the City of Huntington Park, County of Los Angeles, State of California, hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025-__ was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Huntington Park, signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk at the Regular City Council Meeting held on the 9th day of September 2025 and that said Resolution was adopted by the following vote, to-wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
The undersigned, City Clerk of the City of Huntington Park, does hereby attest and certify that the foregoing Resolution is a true, full and correct copy of a resolution duly adopted at a meeting of said City which was duly convened and held on the date stated thereon, and that said document has not been amended, modified, repealed or rescinded since its date of adoption and is in full force and effect as of the date hereof.
Dated:
Eduardo Sarmiento, City Clerk
Members of the Los Angeles Unified School District Board of Education 333 South Beaudry Avenue
Los Angeles, CA 90017
Subject: Request for Action to Address Politicization of Schools and Reinforce Communication Protocols
Dear Members of the Board,
On behalf of the City Council of Huntington Park, I am submitting this letter pursuant to the adoption of Resolution No. [XXXX], approved on September 9, 2025.
The City of Huntington Park values its partnership with the Los Angeles Unified School District (LAUSD) under the Education Compact. It reaffirms its shared commitment to ensuring student safety, equitable educational opportunities, and transparent communication between the two institutions.
However, the Council has become increasingly concerned about a pattern of school events being politicized by elected officials. Recent reports include:
• Events organized without City coordination, where elected officials presented themselves as conducting official City business while engaging in activities that appeared campaign-related;
• The distribution of materials at school events prominently bearing the names of elected officials raises concerns about political promotion; and • Reports of schools being used as volunteer recruitment sites for campaigns, often involving minors.
The City is home to 36 schools, the majority of which are LAUSD campuses, and requests from these schools must be addressed equitably and prioritized appropriately. Leaving such matters to informal channels or political influence risks undermining fairness, transparency, and student safety.
Accordingly, the City Council of Huntington Park respectfully calls upon the LAUSD Board of Education to direct the Superintendent to:
1. Establish and enforce clear protocols ensuring that all LAUSD requests and school event coordination within Huntington Park are conducted through the formal channels outlined in the Education Compact, particularly under “Communications and Ongoing Engagement.”
ATTACHMENT “B”
2. Reinforce with school principals the importance of adhering to these protocols, especially with respect to extending invitations to elected officials and authorizing appearances at school events.
3. Ensure that requests from schools in Huntington Park are processed and prioritized equitably and based on need, rather than political influence.
4. Prohibit campaign-related activity on school campuses during school-sponsored events involving minors.
Furthermore, the City Council has directed the City Manager to ensure the Huntington Park Police Department to fully cooperate with LAUSD investigators in any current or future matters related to student safety and the well-being of the school community.
This matter can be addressed constructively, but it requires the leadership of the LAUSD Board of Education to provide clear direction to the Superintendent and District staff. We appreciate your attention to this critical issue and look forward to continuing our partnership in the spirit of transparency, accountability, and student safety.
Respectfully,
Arturo Flores
Mayor
City of Huntington Park
On behalf of the City Council
STUDY SESSION
1. Bus shelter design discussion
REPORTS AND INFORMATION
ITEM 1
PARKS AND RECREATION
1. INFORMATION REGARDING ANNUAL HALLOWEEN EVENT IT
IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Receive and file the informational report regarding the Annual Halloween Event; and
2. Provide direction to staff as needed.
ITEM 2
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
Community Development Department
City Council Agenda Report
September 9, 2025
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
City of Huntington Park
6550 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, CA 90255
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council:
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL TO AWARD RINCON CONSULTANTS INC.
THE CONTRACT TO CREATE A COMPREHENSIVE GENERNAL PLAN AND
MUNICIPAL CODE UPDATE AND, IMPLEMENTATION OF ITS HOUSING, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ELEMENTS.
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Award CONTRACT for professional services to provide a Comprehensive General Plan and Municipal Code Update and Implementation of its Housing, Safety and Environmental Justice Elements to the sole responsive and responsible proposer Rincon Consultants Inc.; for a not-to-exceed amount of $1,769,204.53; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement for the Comprehensive General Plan and Municipal Code Update, which includes the Safety Element, Environmental Justice Element, and Housing Element Update services.
PURPOSE/JUSTIFICATION OF RECOMMENDED ACTION
On October 17, 2023, the City Council adopted the City of Huntington Park’s Housing Element Update which encompassed the Health and Safety Element Update, Land Use Element Update, Zoning Ordinance and Zoning Map amendments for consistency with the General Plan (6th Cycle 2021-2029) Housing Element.
The Housing Element (6th Cycle 2021-2029) is required to be updated and presented to California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD); this process may also require the City of Huntington Park to submit a mid-cycle review to HCD. The action plan requirements will be detailed and applicable to the Safety Element, Environmental Justice Element, and Housing Element Update. Within this, the City of Huntington Park committed to HCD to address one hundred and sixty (160) implementation tasks and will be managed accordingly. By undertaking a Comprehensive General Plan and Municipal Code update verses addressing these items individually will be more time efficient and cost effective for the city.
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL TO AWARD RINCON CONSULTANTS INC.
THE CONTRACT TO CREATE A COMPREHENSIVE GENERNAL PLAN AND
MUNICIPAL CODE UPDATE AND, IMPLEMENTATION OF ITS HOUSING, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ELEMENTS.
September 9, 2025
On July 14, 2025, the RFP was advertised in Planet Bids to one hundred and twenty-six (126) vendors for a Comprehensive General Plan update and Code Update. A total of nineteen (19) vendors downloaded the file package, one (1) vendor, Rincon Consultants, submitted a proposal on August 13, 2025.
The duration of the scope of work will begin immediately upon the execution of the Professional Services Agreement. This is a multi-year contract with the anticipation of project completion and adoption by City Council by the end of the 2027/2028 fiscal budget. The anticipated payment schedule below identifies the fiscal impact for each fiscal period.
FISCAL IMPACT/FINANCING
The PSA will be financed through General Fund resources, specifically from account 111-5010-419.56-41. An initial allocation of $750,000 has been incorporated into the current fiscal year's budget. The remaining contractual amount is expected to align with the figures presented in the following table and allocated within the corresponding fiscal year budget.
Fiscal Year Amount
2025/2026 $750,000.00
2026/2027 750,000.00
2027/2028 269,204.53
TOTAL $1,769,204.53
CONCLUSION
It is staffs request that the City Council approve the Rincon Consultants Inc. proposal and approve the Professional Services Agreement (PSA) and authorize the City Manager to process all related documents.
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL TO AWARD RINCON CONSULTANTS INC.
THE CONTRACT TO CREATE A COMPREHENSIVE GENERNAL PLAN AND
MUNICIPAL CODE UPDATE AND, IMPLEMENTATION OF ITS HOUSING, SAFETY AND ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ELEMENTS.
September 9, 2025
Respectfully submitted,
RICARDO REYES
Louis Morales
Interim Director of Community Development Department
ATTACHMENTS:
A. Rincon Consultants Inc. Proposal
B. Implementation Tasks
C. Planet Bid Vendor List
D. Draft Professional Service Agreement
Huntington Park, CA • August 13, 2025
City of Huntington Park
Proposal: Comprehensive General Plan and Code Update
ATTACHMENT "A"
www.rinconconsultants.com
Rincon Consultants, Inc.
250 East 1st Street, Suite 1400
Los Angeles, California 90012
213-788-4842
August 13, 2025
Louis Morales
Director of Community Development (Interim)
Community Development Department
City of Huntington Park
6550 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, California 90255
Via email: [email protected]
Subject: Proposal for Comprehensive General Plan and Code Update Dear Mr. Morales:
Rincon Consultants, Inc. (Rincon) is pleased to present the City of Huntington Park (City) with a proposal to support the City with a Comprehensive General Plan and Municipal Code Update, and implementation of its Housing, Safety, and Environmental Justice elements.
The Rincon team is uniquely qualified to support the City:
Deep Local Knowledge. We have established strong relationships with City staff, Gateway Cities Council of Governments staff, and local stakeholders. Our extensive work on the City’s Housing, Safety, and Land Use Element updates, the new Environmental Justice Element, and supporting the City with implementation have given us a thorough understanding of regional and local values and concerns as well as the City’s policies, regulations, and processes.
History with Huntington Park. Through the work done on the City’s other elements, Rincon has established a strong relationship with the City staff and an understanding of resources, challenges, and priorities. Rincon developed the implementation plan and General Plan update strategy through our close work with the City, the community, and our knowledge of the needs, requirements, and processes. We have integrated this into our approach, and can immediately begin execution if selected.
Specialized Skills. Rincon staff have unique expertise in not only General Plans, but housing program management and developing robust and interactive community engagement strategies, with local staff available to support engagement efforts, including Spanish/English interpretation.
As requested in the RFP, I have read, understood, and agreed to all statements in this request for proposal and acknowledge receipt of all addendums/amendments as well as to the terms, conditions, and attachments referenced.
We welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss this submittal. Please do not hesitate to contact us if you have questions or need additional information.
Sincerely,
Rincon Consultants, Inc.
Kimiko Lizardi, Principal, Carlsbad Office
Authorized to contractually obligate and negotiate on behalf of Rincon Consultants Phone 619-841-2841
Email [email protected]
City of Huntington Park • Comprehensive General Plan and Code Update Proposal • 3 Section Title Goes Here
Table of Contents
1 Consultant Background ...............................................................1 About Rincon.........................................................................................2 Firm Experience ....................................................................................2 Team Structure .....................................................................................4 Citythinkers ...........................................................................................5 CR Associates .......................................................................................6 Keyser Marston Associates, Inc. .........................................................7 Sherwood Design Engineers ................................................................8 2 Qualifications and Experience of Consultant’s Personnel......9 Rincon’s Relevant Experience ......................................................... 10 3 Project Approach .......................................................................13 General Plan Update ......................................................................... 14 Scope of Work.................................................................................... 15 Schedule ............................................................................................ 23 4 Proposed Personnel ..................................................................25 5 Quality Assurance / Quality Control........................................39 6 References.................................................................................. 41 7 Fee Schedule / Cost Proposal .................................................43 Appendix A - Budget.......................................................................... 47 Rincon Consultants, Inc.
Rincon has 425+
professional staff
Legal Form:
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Corporation
13 offices
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This project will be ran
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office, located at 250
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Legal Name:
Rincon
Consultants, Inc.
Founded in 1994
Rincon has been doing
business for over
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1 Consultant Background
2 • Rincon Consultants, Inc.
Consultant Background
About Rincon
Rincon Consultants, Inc. (Rincon) is a multidisciplinary planning and environmental sciences firm providing quality professional services to government and industry clients for 31 years. Rincon has developed a reputation for successfully completing General Plans and subsequent implementation throughout California in an array of diverse settings. This project will be led by our Los Angeles office, ensuring strong local coordination and delivery.
Rincon’s dedicated Healthy Communities group focuses on community transformation, engaging with diverse communities and delivering innovative, equitable solutions for environmental, social, and climate justice issues. We aim to connect people policies, funding, and clients, by leveraging Rincon’s collective strength to create healthier, more resilient futures for communities. Our Healthy Communities Planning services feature seven core areas of expertise:
Firm Experience
Rincon has over 30 years of experience preparing policy documents including General Plans, community plans and specific plans and environmental documents in various types of environmental, land use, and socioeconomic settings. We have led dozens of focused and comprehensive General Plan Updates across California, and provide our clients with highlevel professional expertise, leveraging our local experience and diverse team of experts to create a plan that is contextual and implementable and meets the requirements and needs of the community. We work in various geographic, environmental, and socioeconomic settings. Our plans incorporate an inclusive and open process, principles of sustainability and equity, and clear, implementable policies and actions.
Rincon is large enough to provide the expertise needed to successfully complete large-scale policy plans and plan updates, yet flexible enough to quickly respond to changes in direction or special challenges that emerge. In addition, our broad experience throughout California and the experience of key staff in past projects make us particularly well suited for this project. The following is a summary of our firm’s expertise to support this project, with key projects listed in the table below, and detailed descriptions of select projects provided in Section 2.
Local Experience
In addition to our statewide experience, we are intimately familiar with Huntington Park through our work helping the city with its Focused General Plan Update (Focused GPU), which included updating the 6th Cycle Housing Element (certified February 2024), adopting a new Environmental Justice Element (adopted November 2022), and updating the Safety and Land Use elements (adopted October 2023). During that process, we thoroughly reviewed the General Plan and identified deficiencies and necessary updates. We also assisted the City with implementation planning, including developing a work plan and tracking tool and a General Plan update strategy that was designed to implement many of the commitments in the three newly updated elements. This strategy included a comprehensive update of the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance and forms the basis for our project approach in Section 3.
General Plan Implementation
We understand the burden local governments face in implementing their General Plans and have helped many clients develop implementation action plans to maintain compliance—including Huntington Park. We have also helped many clients complete Housing Element programs including zoning code updates, developing objective design standards, reviewing permitting processes, and developing tools to help comply with state housing laws like no net loss and streamlining laws.
Rincon understands the
complexity and magnitude
of requirements that local
governments must meet
through their land use
planning documents.
City of Huntington Park • Comprehensive General Plan and Code Update Proposal • 3 Consultant Background
Project Name Comprehensive
General Plan
Focused
General
Plan
Update
Code Updates/
Housing
Implementation
Community
Engagement CEQA
Huntington Park Focused General Plan Update and
Implementation
City of Bakersfield Comprehensive General Plan and
Residential Zoning Amendments
City of Port Hueneme General Plan Update and
Missing Middle Zoning Amendments
City of Marina General Plan Update, Housing Element
Implementation, and Grant Support
City of Ventura General Plan Update
City of Ojai General Plan Update
County of Fresno General Plan Update
City of San Fernando focused General Plan Update,
Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan, and Housing
Implementation
City of Foster City Parks and Open Space Element and
Conservation Element
City of Pacific Grove Focused General Plan Update City of San Ramon General Plan Update
City of West Hollywood Housing Element
Implementation Updates
City of West Covina Comprehensive Development Code
Update
City of Monterey Park 6th Cycle Housing Element
Implementation
Grant Support
Rincon has a proven track record of successfully securing grant funds for public and private entities. We have worked with our clients to secure over $100 million dollars in funding through various grant opportunities and are proud to see plans transition into real-world action. Our team includes diverse and highly specialized staff—experts from various disciplines, such as climate and environmental science, housing, community planning, and infrastructure.
Environmental Review
Environmental review is a core business area for Rincon, and our firm has provided environmental consulting services for over 30 years. Rincon’s environmental project managers and analysts are skilled in assisting agencies in not only meeting the legal requirements of CEQA and/or NEPA but also making the process useful for staff, decision makers, the applicant or proponent, and the community. Our work products will meet the requirements of the CEQA Guidelines, and state planning and zoning law, as well as the relevant standards of other local, state, and federal agencies (e.g., Caltrans, Regional Water Quality Control Board, U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, and California Department of Fish and Wildlife).
The primary purpose of a program environmental document is twofold: 1) to provide an overview of the potential environmental consequences of adopting and implementing the program and 2) to serve as a first-tier environmental document that will focus and streamline subsequent project-level reviews of individual future projects. Rincon’s extensive experience with programmatic documentation from CEQA review of General Plans and Specific Plans, to Regional Transportation Plans/Sustainable Communities Strategies, to zoning ordinances, means that we understand what is needed to develop a Program EIR that facilitates streamlining. Our methodology will provide for successful and legally defensive completion of the CEQA process, with thorough analysis that streamlines subsequent environmental review.
Select Rincon General Plan Experience
4 • Rincon Consultants, Inc.
Consultant Background
Team Structure
In building this team, we have considered local experience and technical expertise. The team is led by Kimiko Lizardi.
Kimiko also led the Focused GPU, and has a depth of experience on complex, highly controversial long-range planning, General Plan, and zoning projects. We understand the importance of moving this project forward expeditiously while maintaining the City’s strategic vision and technical precision. Therefore, we are offering a Principal as Project Manager ensuring a high level of decision-making authority and direct accountability from the start to finish of this project. This will ensure that any problem solving is accelerated and that resource dedication meets the needs of the project. She will be supported by seasoned, senior planning leads. Della Acosta will serve as the Deputy Project Manager and brings extensive experience in long-range planning, General Plan updates, and community engagement to ensure an efficient and impactful process. Nina Bellucci, project manager for the Focused GPU, will serve as the Implementation Strategy Lead, ensuring a seamless integration of ongoing City efforts and an implementation-focused approach. The team will be supported by Rincon’s specialists in planning, environmental review, graphics, and GIS.
The key personnel identified for this effort will be available to the extent proposed for the duration of the services. No person designated as key personnel shall be removed or replaced without prior written concurrence of Huntington Park.
Teaming Partners
Our integrated team offers the City an unmatched blend of planning, design, transportation, and economic expertise. The specific contributions of each firm are highlighted in the following pages, with key personnel biographies in Section 2 and full resumes for key personnel in Section 4.
Kimiko Lizardi
Project Manager
Della Acosta
Deputy Project
Manager
Nina Bellucci
Implementation Strategy Lead
Matt Maddox, AICP
CEQA Lead
Kassandra Gale, AICP
Community Engagement Lead
Susan Hernandez
Code Update Lead
Diego Velasco t
Community Design
Jonathan Sanchez, PE, TE, PTOE, RSP1 v
Transportation Engineering (Lead)
Trevor Briggs, PE v
Transportation Engineering
Kevin Engstrom z
Economic and Market Analysis (Lead)
Ryan Tuong An Koyanagi z
Economic and Market Analysis
Jimmy Galvez
Infrastructure Assessment (Lead)
Sam Juarez
Infrastructure Assessment
PROJECT MANAGEMENT
City of Huntington Park
KEY STAFF/LEADS
TEAMING PARTNER KEY
t Citythinkers
v CR Associates
z Keyser Marston Associates, Inc.
Sherwood Design Engineers
City of Huntington Park • Comprehensive General Plan and Code Update Proposal • 5 Consultant Background
Citythinkers
About the Firm
Citythinkers is an integrated and multi-disciplinary planning, urban design, and research-based firm based in San Diego.
With 25 years of experience in the fields of planning, housing, and design, the firm’s work ranges in scale and scope from General Plans to community plans, master plans, zoning codes, streetscape design, design guidelines, housing design, and community outreach. Citythinkers’ research and design expertise in urban, infill housing and mixed-use informs the planning practice and enriches each planning project with real world, truth testing of bold ideas and visionary thinking.
Project Role and Understanding: Community Design
Understanding that Huntington Park is largely built out, and that the General Plan update will not result in large-scale land use changes, Citythinkers will bring their urban design experience and skill with visualization to help define what revitalization strategies and changes to defined focus areas will look like in practice. Visualizing change and testing it as part of the community engagement process is an important step to ensuring we develop context-sensitive policies and actions.
Relevant Project Experience
City of Vista | General Plan
In the past two years, Citythinkers has worked with the City of Vista and Rick Planning and Design in support of the Vista General Plan Update. Vista 2050 kicked off with a workshop series conducted in every council district of the city to solicit input and inspiration for the vision and land use alternatives. Citythinkers assisted the team by developing illustrations of different land use scenarios and development prototypes for selected focus areas of the city. The interactive workshops allowed community stakeholders to visualize potential future scenarios for the city and interact with the graphics to provide direction to the planning team. Citythinkers translated workshop materials, led the Spanish workshop, and facilitated breakout group exercises to get feedback on land use, parks and open space, and mobility improvements. Citythinkers translated all the feedback received in Spanish and to English for workshop summaries.
Midway Rising Specific Plan
Citythinkers wrote and processed a specific plan for the 50-acre redevelopment of the San Diego Sports Arena to transform the area into a mixed-use community village with 4,254 homes, 15 acres of parks and open space, a new entertainment center, and 130,00 square feet of retail.
City of El Cajon | Transit District Specific Plan
Citythinkers led the development of the specific plan and design guidelines that rezones a 260-acre area of the city of El Cajon to support transit-oriented development near the El Cajon Transit Station.
Discovery Village South Specific Plan
Citythinkers led the development of the specific plan and housing types for a 40-acre site in San Marcos near the university district.
City of San Diego | On-Call Planning Services
In the past five years, Citythinkers has worked with the City of San Diego Planning Department on multiple assignments, with work completed on the Clairemont, University, College, Barrio Logan, and Hillcrest Community Plans. Assignments include urban design, visualizations and renderings, supplemental development regulations, community outreach, online engagement, and site feasibility analysis and testing. Citythinkers also assisted the city in writing policies and regulations to control for displacement and gentrification concerns and to promote and implements elements of the plan. 6 • Rincon Consultants, Inc.
Consultant Background
CR Associates
About the Firm
Chen Ryan Associates, Inc., dba CR Associates and known as CRA, brings a fresh vision to planning and engineering for municipal infrastructure across the Western United States. CRA provides a fully multimodal approach, building upon the multi-dimensional experiences of its staff, along with our dedication to serving the full range of client needs. CRA has provided transportation planning and design services for various types of projects to numerous jurisdictions and communities across the Southwest Region. CRA’s work demonstrates their understanding of the quality of life and health benefits that are fostered by integrated land use planning, smart growth, green space design, sustainable infrastructures, and active mobility. CRA’s experience and capabilities in these areas allows them to take on a wide range of projects, bringing strong technical expertise combined with practical experience in a variety of environments and applications. Since the firm’s inception, we have consistently demonstrated our expertise in conducting accurate analyses and evaluations, and in making the critical decisions required to move projects and plans forward with successful resolution of key issues.
Project Role and Understanding: Transportation and Circulation CRA brings extensive experience and regional understanding in transportation solutions for Huntington Park through the General Plan Update. CRA recently secured a Safe Streets for All (SS4A) grant to assist with funding the General Plan Update, and will ensure the City as modern and implementable mobility enhancements that align with funding opportunities.
Relevant Project Experience
City of Los Angeles | Metro Active Transportation (MAT) Corridors – MLK Blvd/Gage Ave and Redondo Beach Blvd This project, led by CRA, developed corridor plans for Los Angeles and South Bay cities to improve connections to key destinations like parks, schools, and transit facilities. The project included four phases: analyzing existing conditions, conducting planning and traffic operations studies, creating 15% conceptual design plans, and obtaining environmental clearance. Recommendations feature active transportation infrastructure such as physically separated bike lanes, pedestrian beacons, and traffic calming measures. CRA, with support from AA, engaged in extensive community outreach, collaborating with various organizations through surveys, events, and direct engagement, while coordinating closely with Metro, LADOT, LACDPW, and the cities of Redondo Beach, Lawndale, and Torrance.
City of Oceanside | General Plan Update and Smart and Sustainable Corridors Specific Plan CRA is currently leading the Circulation Element of the City of Oceanside General Plan update. As a spin-off of this effort, CRA is leading a planning effort to focus on three of the City’s key thoroughfares. The Smart and Sustainable Corridors Specific Plan (SSCSP) proposes a revisioning of these corridors through the creation of “themes” that align with the City’s recently developed Vision and Guiding Principles. For each corridor a variety of considerations are incorporated into the Plan: Land Use, Urban Design, and Mobility. The mobility recommendations are critical to the overall success of the SSCP as the land use and urban design goals require support from all modes of transportation. The SSCP mobility recommendations are being prepared in conjunction with focused community engagement and seek to support the transformation of these three corridors into Complete Streets that are comfortable and safe for all.
City of Solana Beach | General Plan Update
As part of the General Plan Update effort, CRA updated the Circulation Element and developed a new roadway typology to express the City’s balanced approach to roadway design, including Multi-Modal Boulevards, Community Connectors, Bicycle Boulevards, Pedestrian Corridors, and Class I Multi-Use Paths. CRA conducted citywide Multimodal Level of Service assessments under existing and future conditions, and made recommended broader multimodal performance measures that the City could track over time. Additionally, CRA assisted the City in developing a methodology to eliminate Level of Service thresholds as an impact standard, making the City of Solana Beach one of the first jurisdictions in the state to do so.
City of Huntington Park • Comprehensive General Plan and Code Update Proposal • 7 Consultant Background
Keyser Marston Associates, Inc.
About the Firm
Keyser Marston Associates, Inc. (KMA) is a full-service real estate, financial, housing and economic consulting firm specializing in real estate advisory and evaluation services, and financial analyses. KMA is a privately held corporation that was incorporated in 1976, with over 30 staff members across offices in Los Angeles, Brea, San Diego and Berkeley. KMA has one of the largest real estate advisory practices on the West Coast. The firm’s public-sector clients include nearly every major municipality in California, as well as counties, ports, special districts, universities, and former military bases.
KMA will prepare a market analysis to identify relevant economic trends that will guide decisions on place-based economic development and land use strategies for Huntington Park’s key areas, and will complete a fiscal impact analysis for any proposed land use changes to help decision makers evaluate land use alternatives.
Project Role and Understanding: Economic and Market Analysis KMA will prepare a market analysis to identify relevant economic trends that will guide decisions on place-based economic development and land use strategies for Huntington Park’s key areas, and will complete a fiscal impact analysis for any proposed land use changes to help decision makers evaluate land use alternatives.
The increased complexities of real estate and ground lease transactions demand a strong technical understanding of real estate, financing markets, and a keen understanding of California laws that affect the disposition of public property. The firm is unique among other real estate consulting firms by possessing this unique combination of skills. The combined knowledge and expertise in these areas has resulted in KMA’s ability to provide services, which not only comply with the current policies and practices pertaining to local development, but which are also based on a fundamental understanding of real estate markets, valuation and financing.
Relevant Project Experience
City of Anaheim | Brookhurst Corridor Study
KMA evaluated the market opportunities for the Brookhurst Street Corridor in the City of Anaheim. The analysis included a review of retail and office market conditions, as well as demographic and employment data. The analysis identified the type of developments best suited for the area given immediate and long-term demand. This review was part of a comprehensive analysis, visioning and engagement effort by the project team, which confirmed the recent designation of the Little Arabia district and determined the appropriate regulatory framework for future improvemens and economic developments within the district. Based on this analysis, KMA explored the role of different classes and intensity of existing and proposed retail development within the corridor.
City of Chino | General Plan Update
KMA served as part of a team to help the City of Chino update the City’s General Plan. KMA performed a market analysis of local demographics, employment and market performance for retail, office, industrial, residential and hospitality uses; evaluated market opportunities for catalytic sites; developed a potential inclusionary housing program; analyzed the City’s land use program to ensure its financial stability; and identified potential implementation mechanisms to promote sustainable economic development.
West Gateway Entrada Study
KMA has completed multiple market studies to evaluate the West Gateway site located adjacent to downtown Long Beach.
The analyses evaluate the market potential for apartments, condominiums, retail and office development. Working with the City, the findings of the KMA analyses were utilized to structure subsidy programs to promote project feasibility, assess the implications of replacing parkland and determine a disposition strategy for the site considering Surplus Land Act (SLA) implications and appropriate processes (RFI/RFQ/RFP).
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Consultant Background
Sherwood Design Engineers
About the Firm
Sherwood Design Engineers is a civil engineering practice committed to the optimal integration of ecology, infrastructure, and design. Sherwood specializes in sustainable infrastructure design, innovation, and sound engineering to make big ideas possible at a building, neighborhood, and district scale. Sherwood has a proven track record of delivering projects from idea to implementation around the world. Sherwood works collaboratively with project teams to find ways to maximize efficiencies through an integrated and ecological approach that results in high-performance projects that are resilient, economical, and get approved and built.
Project Role and Understanding: Infrastructure Assessment Huntington Park’s infrastructure constraints were identified as an issue in the Housing Element update, so a clear picture of the City’s capacity, limitations, and physical conditions is critical to ensuring the City can permit housing to keep pace with its regional housing obligations. This analysis can also help position the City for funding opportunities to support capacity building and public infrastructure improvements.
Sherwood’s key staff assigned to the project are uniquely suited to communicating with Huntington Park residents as they are native Spanish speakers and, having grown up near Huntington Park, have direct links to and local knowledge of Huntington Park.
Relevant Project Experience
City of Vernon | Specific Plan
Sherwood performed baseline studies to identify and assess the City of Vernon’s infrastructure within the study area.
These studies documented existing wet and dry utility systems including potable water, recycled water, sanitary sewer, stormwater, electricity and natural gas. Working closely with the Arroyo Group and the City of Vernon, Sherwood developed the Infrastructure Chapter of the Specific Plan to identify wet and dry utility infrastructure opportunities to support the goals of the plan. Sherwood also developed the Green Infrastructure Chapter to identify best management practices to address water quality at both the parcel and district scale approaches, including “water quality banking” to support infill development.
City of Norwalk | Specific Plan
Sherwood performed baseline studies to identify and assess the City of Norwalk’s infrastructure within the study area.
These studies documented existing wet and dry utility systems including potable water, recycled water, sanitary sewer, stormwater, electricity and natural gas. The baseline studies were also informed by field observations at key intersections and sites initially designated as catalysts for development. Sherwood has also performed feasibility of green infrastructure at key corridors to address water quality and identify heat island and micro-climate mitigation opportunities.
City of Bell | Atlantic and Chelli Specific Plans
Under the direction of the Arroyo Group, Sherwood collaborated with the City of Bell and key stakeholders to support the development of Specific Plans for two districts in need of revitalization. Bell is another Gateway City with similar population (majority Hispanic) and land use patterns as Huntington Park. The Atlantic Specific Plan focuses on a 130-acre site in downtown Bell, while the Chelli Specific Plan covers a 411-acre area, historically industrial area and now mixed use.
Sherwood conducted extensive infrastructure analysis, including utilities, flood management, and connectivity to the LA River, to inform future upgrades. The firm also identified opportunities for green infrastructure and clean energy initiatives to enhance wellness, safety, and employment in historically underserved areas.
City of Culver City | General Plan Update & Environmental Impact Report Sherwood is developing a comprehensive Infrastructure Existing Conditions Report, collecting data, reviewing key documents, and coordinating with different agencies and departments. Sherwood is also reviewing alternatives to identify opportunities and constraints to integrate stormwater/green infrastructure into different land uses; analyzing scenarios around utility infrastructure planning and land use concepts as it pertains to water and sewer demand and supply; developing implementation strategies for the public facilities element; and attending agency meetings.
Qualifications and Experience of
Consultant’s Personnel
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Qualifications and Experience of Consultant’s Personnel Rincon’s Relevant Experience
Below is a summary of select projects that show Rincon’s qualifications and experience.
City of Bakersfield | Comprehensive General Plan Update Rincon is leading the comprehensive General Plan update, including all mandatory and optional elements. Our work emphasizes integration of climate resilience, equity, and environmental justice. Rincon is updating the City’s open space and natural resources framework, conducting access and equity analyses to identify priority areas for park improvements, and aligning policies with SB 1425. The project features a robust, multilingual community engagement strategy that includes workshops, online tools, participatory mapping, and pop-up events to ensure inclusive input across diverse neighborhoods.
City of Port Hueneme | General Plan Update
Rincon led the comprehensive update of the Port Hueneme General Plan and EIR, including a Safety Element Update and Climate Action Plan. The update addressed modern planning challenges such as climate change, housing, and infrastructure, incorporating extensive technical analysis and stakeholder collaboration. Rincon prepared a detailed Technical Background Report covering land use, transportation, utilities, and public facilities. The team also ensured compliance with new state laws and added two new chapters: Climate Action Plan and Social Equity.
The Port Hueneme General Plan Update won the American
Planning Association (APA) Central Coast – Comprehensive Plan Award 2022 Change Document award.
City of San Fernando | Focused General Plan Update, Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan, Housing Element Implementation, and Environmental Review Rincon is leading the development of a variety of long-range plans for the City of San Fernando, including updating the Open Space and Conservation Element, the Mobility Element, and a Climate Action and Resilience Plan. These efforts will help the City comply with current legislation and, developed in tandem with a Climate Adaptation and Resilience Plan, ensure the coordinated development of interconnected policies.
Rincon is also helping the City to implement several initiatives to support housing stability and development, including a Community Stabilization Manual to help prevent displacement and promote fair housing, an update to the 2002 Historic Survey to identify and preserve historic buildings for adaptive use, and city-wide Residential Objective Design Standards to maintain neighborhood character while streamlining development. Updates to the Zoning Code and the San Fernando Corridors Specific Plan (SP-5) aim to expand residential land use and simplify approval processes. Overall, these efforts are designed to remove barriers and streamline housing development across the city.
City of West Covina | Comprehensive Development Code Update Rincon is helping the City overhaul the zoning and subdivision portions of the Municipal Code. The City of West Covina Zoning Code has not undergone a comprehensive update since 1977. In addition to updating the code to comply with state law and the Housing Element update, the goal of the update is to streamline processes and procedures, reduce the number of zones, and make the Code clearer and easier to use.
We are using exhibits to more clearly illustrate ambiguous provisions and creating new application materials. The new code also includes incentives for retail development.
City of Marina | General Plan Update, Downtown Vitalization Specific Plan Update, Housing Element Implementation, and Grant Support Rincon has supported the City of Marina with a number of planning projects.
We updated the Downtown Vitalization Specific Plan which facilitates infill development, and includes objective design standards, permit streamlining, LCI GeneralPlan
Guidelines Update
Rincon is a core technical lead in updating
California’s General Plan Guidelines,
developing forward-thinking guidance on
key planning elements like conservation,
air quality, climate resilience, and tribal
consultation. Our leadership in the GPG
update positions Rincon as a uniquely
qualified partner for long-range planning
efforts, including General Plan updates,
Open Space updates, and Climate Action
Plans. We bring real-time insight into
evolving state expectations, best practices,
and compliance strategies—because we’re
not just following the new rules, we’re
helping write them.
Local Expertise
We are proud of our work with Huntington
Park to develop an action plan for
implementation of the Housing, Safety,
and Environmental Justice elements. We
used budget remaining from the General
Plan work to tackle several easy wins and
high-priority items including establishing
a permanent Environmental Justice
advisory committee and completing
zoning and Downtown Specific Plan
updates to improve clarity in the City’s
regulations and remove identified
constraints to housing development. We
also developed a strategy for the City’s
comprehensive General Plan update that
incorporated the City’s implementation
plan. This understanding and experience
would allow us to start on day one of the
General Plan update and seamlessly
integrate implementation with this
comprehensive planning work.
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Principal -in-Charge/Project Manager
Carlsbad, CA
Education: BA, Urban Studies and Planning, University of California, San Diego
Kimiko has a long history of working with the City of Huntington Park throughout the Focused GPU, and her deep understanding of the City’s needs, constraints, and the scale of its implementation commitments.
She has a wealth of knowledge and experience helping
communities throughout the state with complex long-range planning projects, General Plan updates, and zoning code work.
Kimiko is experienced at managing interdisciplinary teams and complex, multi-year planning efforts. She will play a hands-on role in this project, providing strategic oversight and resource alignment
Della Acosta
Deputy Project Manager
Oakland, CA
Education: BA, City Planning, Sonoma State University
Della Acosta has led dozens of General Plan updates across California. She was instrumental in developing the General Plan Update strategy for Huntington Park, part of Rincon’s implementation support for the Focused GPU. She specializes in developing policy that achieves community vision while fulfilling necessary regional, state, and federal requirements in ways that are contextual and implementable.
Nina Bellucci
Implementation Strategy/Code Lead
Remote
Education: Master of City & Regional Planning, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo; BA, Political Science, Vassar College
Nina managed Huntington Park’s Focused GPU and has deep understanding of how this project needs to further those previous efforts. Nina will provide technical oversight, integrating the GPU with the City’s implementation strategy.
Nina is experienced at implementing Housing Elements and developing and refining policies and processes to help local governments meet their housing goals and she understands how regulations are used by customers and staff. Nina will bring on-the-ground experience to the code update and
implementation strategies.
Matt Maddox, AICP
CEQA Lead
Sacramento, CA
Education: MESM, Bren School of Environmental Science
and Management, University of California, Santa Barbara; BA, Political Science, California Polytechnic State University Certifications: American Institute of Certified Planners (No. 02663); California Air Resources Board Accredited Greenhouse Gas Emissions Lead Verifier
Matt has worked on over 30 General Plan updates over his career, including preparing background reports, General Plan elements, and CEQA documentation to support the process.
Matt is a specialist in programmatic CEQA, experienced at developing streamlining and tiering mechanisms as part of General Plan CEQA documents. Matt supports the planning process by identifying key environmental constraints early in the General Plan process to provide policy and/or implementation solutions to ensure the plan is as self-mitigating as possible.
Kassandra Gale, AICP
Community Engagement Lead
Fresno, CA
Education: EdD., Change Management, University of Southern California; MA, Applied Anthropology, San Diego State University; BA, Art History, Minor in Chemistry, California State University, Bakersfield
Certifications: American Institute of Certified Planners (No. 3347)
Kassandra has over a decade of experience managing
engagement for General Plans and housing policy updates. She designs engagement strategies grounded in equity, cultural relevance, and accessibility, with deep experience serving underserved and environmental justice communities across California.
She leads creative engagement outreach programs using
interactive methods like mobile methods, gamification, and digital platforms to expand reach and deepen community dialogue. Her research-based methods foster trust through tailored facilitation and relationship-building with community-based organizations and public agencies.
and placemaking. Rincon also helped the City complete its 6th Cycle Housing Element Update and is continuing to provide services to support housing element implementation, including development of an Affordable Housing Overlay district, a Faith Based Overlay, and a housing types toolkit. Rincon is also part of the team prepare a Comprehensive General Plan update; we are leading the Open Space, Conservation, Safety, and Public Facilities element updates.
To help the City continue to fund Housing Element and other implementation tasks, Rincon is assisting the City in applying for and managing multiple grants, including an EPA Brownfields Community-Wide Assessment and Cleanup Grant, Prohousing Designation and Prohousing Incentive grants, and a Permanent Local Housing Allocation grant.
Qualification of Consultant Team
Below is a summary of our team members’ experience, education, and licenses and certifications. Full resumes for all personnel can be found in Section 4.
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Qualifications and Experience of Consultant’s Personnel Diego Velasco, AICP | Citythinkers
Community Design
San Diego, CA
Education: Master of Urban Planning, University of Washington; BA, Architecture, University of California, Berkeley
Certifications: American Institute of Certified Planners (No. 024675
Diego has led comprehensive and specific planning efforts in Southern California for over 25 years. His work involves urban design and visualizations, which is critical for helping the community envision physical changes resulting from proposed land use changes.
Diego has also led equity initiatives such as developing antidisplacement policies for the Hillcrest LGBTQ+ Cultural District and supporting Carlsbad’s implementation of AFFH and Housing Element policies.
Diego also designs and leads innovative community outreach programs that engage diverse stakeholders in meaningful planning processes
Jonathan Sanchez, PE, TE, PTOE, RSP1 | CR Associates
Leed Trasportation Engineer
El Cajon, CA
Education: MS, Civil Engineering - Transportation, San Diego State University; BS, Civil Engineering, San Diego State University Certifications: Professional Traffic Operations Engineer (PTOE) (No. 5042)
Licenses: California Professional Engineer, Civil (No. 91776); California Professional Engineer, Traffic (No. TR2957)
Jonathan leads mobility-focused General and Specific Plan updates, integrating land use, urban design, and complete streets strategies to create cohesive, future-ready communities.
He applies advanced tools like travel demand modeling, VMT analysis, and traffic simulation to guide policy and infrastructure planning, backed by a strong foundation in traffic engineering.
Jonathan is also a skilled communicator, fluent in Spanish, regularly presenting technical findings to decision makers and community groups, and collaborates across disciplines to ensure transportation solutions reflect local character, equity goals, and broader environmental and economic priorities.
Kevin Engstrom | Keyser Marston Associates, Inc.
Principal -in-Charge
Los Angeles, CA
Education: MA, Geography & Regional Development, University of Arizona; BA, Geography & Political Science, Villanova University
Kevin leads economic and fiscal analyses for General and Specific Plan updates across Southern California, including work for Los Angeles, Long Beach, Anaheim, Pasadena, and Moreno Valley. He has expertise in fiscal impact assessments for a wide range of development types—residential, hotel, office, retail, and industrial.
Kevin and KMA’s work will ensure that planning efforts are grounded in local market realities and financially feasible regulatory frameworks.
Jimmy Galvez | Sherwood Associates
Principal -in-Charge
Los Angeles, CA
Education: BS, Civil Engineering, Civil and Structural Engineering, California Polytechnic State University, San Luis Obispo License: Registered Professional Engineer (No. 75568
Jimmy brings extensive experience in statewide planning, having delivered and updated specific plans across California that align with local development goals. He is deeply committed to equity and environmental justice, prioritizing community collaboration and the equitable distribution of benefits to address social and economic challenges. Known for navigating complex, large-scale projects, Jimmy often goes beyond traditional civil engineering roles—coordinating design teams and crafting multi-benefit solutions through a collaborative, client-focused approach.
Jimmy is a native Spanish speaker, and grew up near Huntington Park, so he has deeply ingrained ties to and familiarity with the area.
Subconsultant Leads
Susan Hernandez
Zoning Lead
Los Angeles, CA
Education: MA, Urban and Regional Planning, University of California, Los Angeles
BA, International Development Studies, Minor, Urban and Regional Studies, University of California, Los Angeles Susan has been instrumental in Huntington Park’s General Plan implementation, supporting City staff at public hearings and working directly with staff to complete Housing Element programs.
Susan is an experienced leader in Rincon’s zoning practice, leading code updates to implement Housing Elements and
comprehensive code updates.
Susan is based out of Rincon’s Los Angeles office and is able to provide an on-the-ground and in-office presence as needed to move the project forward.
Project Approach
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This proposal reflects our deep understanding of General Plan requirements, the City’s implementation needs, and its political and physical context. Our approach maximizes consultant value, streamlines engagement, and supports timely implementation to meet state housing obligations.
General Plan Update
Our recommendation, based on our understanding of the City, our assessment of the existing General Plan for our recent work on the Focused General Plan Update (GPU), and our work with the community, is that large-scale land use changes are not needed.
We recommend a General Plan update that is user-friendly and easier to integrate future updates as required, complies with all legislative requirements, provides strong implementation programs, positions the City to compete for funding, and is built on a robust engagement program. We are proposing to update all parts of the General Plan that weren’t updated as part of the Focused GPU (Land Use, Circulation & Mobility, Public Facilities, Open Space & Conservation, Noise, and the Introduction), We would include a summary of community engagement, and create a new document format that is userfriendly and uses graphics where appropriate. Rincon will ensure Focused GPU elements are in the new format to create a cohesive document.
Focus Areas for Each Element
Based on themes that emerged from the Focused
GPU work, conversations with City staff, and our
understanding of the City’s current General Plan,
we’ve identified the following needs for each
element, and have designed our project approach
around this understanding:
● Land Use. The 2023 Land Use Element updates
were highly targeted, strictly intended to achieve
consistency with recently updated elements and
complete certain Housing Element commitments.
At the time, we noted that the Land Use Element’s
growth projections and existing conditions
analysis were outdated and would need to be
updated. We also understand that the City is
largely built out, with little vacant or underutilized, and there is an interest in preserving the City’s
residential neighborhoods. For this reason, we
have assumed that the Land Use Element update
will not involve large-scale land use changes—
rather focus areas ideal for change (underutilized
land and areas around planned transit stations)
and “gentle density” and revitalization strategies
for built-out neighborhoods.
● Circulation & Mobility. The Circulation Element must be updated for consistency with the new Land Use Element, and to address comprehensive bicycle, pedestrian, and transit planning (Housing Element Action 14-1 and 14-4). Parking has also been identified as a community concern and robust data around parking availability and needs will allow the City to address this issue comprehensively, rather than on a project-by-project basis (Housing Element Action 7-3). In addition, new requirements such as SB 98, Executive Order N-79-20, and SB 932 should be considered in the Circulation Element to reduce pollution and GHG emissions and improve the safety of roads for all residents. ● Public Facilities. The Housing Element identified lack of information and comprehensive planning as a constraint to development and committed to updating the Public Facilities Element in Housing Element Action 14-1. ● Open Space & Conservation. New legislation (SB 1425 [2022]) requires every city and county in California to review and update its local open-space plans by January 1, 2026. The bill requires the local open space plan to include plans and an action program that address specified issues, including climate resilience, equitable access, and rewilding opportunities, correlated with the Safety Element, Environmental Justice Element, and Land Use Element, respectively.
The requirements set forth in SB 1425 may be best met by pursuing policies that promote multi-benefit approaches.
Overlap with Focused GPU Implementation
A Comprehensive General Plan Update accomplishes
many tasks that overlap with program commitments
in the Housing, Safety, and Environmental Justice
elements. The following Housing, Safety, and
Environmental Justice element programs are satisfied
by the work involved in a Comprehensive General Plan
Update, described in the scope of work below:
● EJ Program 1.10.1
● EJ Program 2.3.1
● EJ Program 2.4.1
● EJ Program 2.5.1
● EJ Program 2.6.1
● EJ Program 2.6.2
● EJ Program 2.11.1
● EJ Program 6.5.1
● EJ Program 6.5.2
● Housing Element Action 13-4
● Housing Element Action 14-1
● Housing Element Action 14-3
● Housing Element Action 14-4
● Safety Element Program 1.1
● Safety Element Program 12.3
● Safety Element Program 27.1
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AB 1889 requires that upon the next update of one or more elements on or after January 1, 2028, the conservation element be amended as necessary to consider the effects of development on wildlife movement and habitat connectivity.
The Environmental Justice Element also identified open space deficits as an equity issue. ● Noise. The Noise Element will need to be updated to align with updated Land Use and Circulation elements. Updated noise contours will be prepared based on the future land use and transportation scenario modeling, with some on-site measurements taken to validate modeling.
Scope of Work
Global Assumptions
All deliverables for all tasks under this scope of work will be provided in digital format unless otherwise specified. For deliverables that will be reviewed by City staff, we will address a single set of consolidated comments in tracked changes for each review. All deliverables for all tasks under this scope of work will be provided in digital format unless otherwise specified.
Task 1 Project Initiation and Ongoing Management
The project will launch with a two-hour, in-person kickoff meeting to confirm goals, refine the scope and schedule, and establish communication protocols. Rincon will maintain a dynamic shared schedule, manage budgets and invoicing, and coordinate all communications and documentation through a dedicated SharePoint hub to ensure real-time access and streamlined collaboration. To stay closely aligned, Rincon will host bi-weekly virtual check-ins via Microsoft Teams—up to 72 meetings over the project duration—with agendas and notes archived for transparency.
Task 1 Assumptions Task 1 Deliverables
● Biweekly check-in meetings will be virtual and 30 minutes in length. Up to 72 check-in meetings are assumed over the three-year project timeline.
● The Rincon Project Manager and Deputy Project Manager will attend each check-in. Additional budget has been reserved for task lead and teaming partner attendance as needed.
● Kickoff meeting agenda, presentation, and summary
● Final project scope and timeline
● Check-in meeting agendas and minutes
● Dynamic project timeline
● Final scope of work
● Monthly status reports
Task 2 Community Engagement
This task covers the planning and initiation phase of community engagement, while Task 10 covers the meetings and events that will be held.
Rincon’s graphic designers will craft a unique visual identity that reflects Huntington Park’s character and culture, fostering recognition and community pride. This custom branding will guide the design of all project materials, including the website, engagement tools, and planning documents, and will remain consistent throughout the project.
Rincon will maintain the project website we created for the Focused GPU (https://huntingtonparkgpupdates.com/) as a centralized space for the community to get information on the project. Rincon will provide up to five project updates, at key project milestones. Rincon will also develop up to 15 visually engaging posts that highlight key documents, project updates, and engagement opportunities. All content will be designed for clarity and impact, using minimal, intentional language and custom visuals.
Task 2 Assumptions Task 2 Deliverables
● Digital communications will be provided in both English and Spanish (non-certified translation).
● Each social media content update will include two graphics and up to four language blurbs.
● Project branding standards (logo, color
palette, templates for memos, agendas,
PowerPoint, reports) – draft and final.
● Up to five draft and final website updates
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Task 3 Data Collection and Analysis
Task 3.1 Existing Plans Assessment
Rincon will use its Measure Analysis and Success Tracking (MAST) tool to evaluate policies and programs in existing plans affecting the City. The MAST tool will summarize the success of each policy/program and identify implementation hurdles.
The MAST tool enables the consultant team to understand related City efforts, guiding the development of updated policies and programs.
Rincon will also build on the ArcGIS data web portal already produced for the Housing Element update. This portal will contain all relevant data layers such as land use and zoning, specific plan areas, natural resources, transportation system, and any other relevant data layers.
Task 3.2 Existing Conditions Assessments
Rincon will prepare a summary report that includes maps, data, and a summary of the existing conditions and key takeaways for each element to be updated. The Assessments will be a high-level summary of existing regulations, analysis of existing conditions, and a summary of key considerations that will be important for decision makers and the community to understand for policy and land use alternatives development.
The Existing Conditions Assessment will be easily understood while presenting scientific and technical information. It will utilize graphics and maps where possible to convey information and will summarize key findings that can be used for discussions under Task 2. The proposed topics of the Existing Conditions Assessment would include:
Task 3 Assumptions Task 3 Deliverables
● Rincon will populate the MAST tool using relevant plans and policies, Using City staff provided input on policy quality and implementation status.
● Rincon will provide a summary memo of the MAST tool assessment. ● The ArcGIS data web portal will use data Rincon already has from our work on the Focused GPU, and existing publicly available data, supplemented by City-provided data sets.. ● Existing Conditions Assessments will use existing data only; no field studies are included. ● Rincon will respond to up to three sets of consolidated City comments on the Administrative Draft Assessments.
● City staff will facilitate reviews by other City departments. ● Rincon will attend up to four virtual, one-hour interdepartmental meetings to support review of the Assessments.
● Draft and final Existing
Plans Assessment
● ArcGIS data web portal
● Existing Conditions
Assessments –
Administrative Draft,
Public Review Draft,
and Final
Infrastructure Assessment
Sherwood will make a qualitative assessment and provide recommendations that will inform infrastructure improvements. If more detailed studies are needed that require specialized modeling, Sherwood can support these efforts for an additional fee.
Community Character
● Existing community demographics
● Community design and
neighborhood character
● Historic, cultural, and aesthetic
resources
Infrastructure
● Pavement management system
● Public right-of-way infrastructure
● Wet utilities
● Dry utilities
Natural and Community Resources
● Biological resources
● Historic and cultural resources
● Air and water quality
● Parks, open space, and recreation
Land Use
● Existing land use designations
● Existing actual land use
● Recent growth history and growth
projections
● Areas of planned growth
Circulation and Mobility
● Current traffic conditions
● Existing roadway geometrics
Economic and Real Estate Market
Assessment
● Economic and market conditions
Noise
● Existing noise regulations
● Known noise sources
● Sensitive receptors
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Task 4 Vision and Guiding Principles
Through early community engagement tasks and discussions with staff, as well as input received through the first round of Study Sessions (Task 10), the Rincon team will develop a Vision and Guiding Principles document for the General Plan update. The Rincon team will clarify the vision for Huntington Park now and in the future, and a clear connection will be made between the community’s vision and the updates to the General Plan. The Vision and Guiding Principles document is anticipated to be a concise document (no more than a few pages); it will be shared during the second round of Study Sessions for input and presented at subsequent community engagement events to inform the next phase of the effort. We will address one consolidated set of comments from City staff on the Vision and Guiding Principles prior to finalization.
Task 4 Assumptions Task 4 Deliverables
● Vision and Guiding Principles will be created from input received by initial community engagement efforts and Study Session 1.
● Vision and Guiding Principles will be a concise and visual document of no more than four pages in length.
● Draft and Final Vision
and Guiding Principles
Task 5 Land Use Updates
Task 5.1 Develop Proposed Map Changes
In collaboration with City staff, the Rincon team will propose strategic land use and transportation changes in priority neighborhoods, incorporating data analysis, community input, and existing policy frameworks to address growth, mobility, and environmental priorities.
Task 5.2 Working Session
Key members of the Rincon team will host one in-person working session to present and collaboratively develop the proposed land use changes with city staff. Key discussion points for the working session could include focus areas for growth; areas of mobility, infrastructure, or service inadequacies that should be considered; areas of environmental justice or hazard concern; and areas of interest from developers. Following the Working Session, Rincon will provide a summary memo of the discussion and incorporate comments into the 2nd Administrative Draft Land Use Map.
Task 5.3 Land Use Technical Analysis
Through the input received in Study Session 3 and additional community input, we will refine the land use and transportation maps to prepare the Land Use and Transportation Diagrams. Rincon will conduct a final analysis of the proposed changes and calculate full buildout and growth projections for the planning horizon. Analysis will include:
● Projected population, housing, and job creation
opportunities
● Land use mix, including land use by type and intensity ● Acreage and number of parks
● Environmental impacts (e.g., VMT per capita, GHG
emissions, energy use)
● Fiscal impact analysis, including City’s share of annual property tax revenues generated by the area; City’s
subvention revenues (e.g., motor vehicle in-lieu fees); City’s share of sales tax revenues generated by the
residential and commercial uses; other revenue sources; and transient occupancy tax revenues.
● Capture of commercial/industrial real estate
development opportunities
● Traffic forecast, including VMT
A summary memo of the preferred alternative will also be developed for posting on the project website.
Task 5 Assumptions Task 5 Deliverables
● Up to five areas of change will be evaluated for updates to the land use and transportation maps ● Rincon will respond to up to two rounds of comments on Draft Land Use and Transportation Map ● Working session will be held in person, if possible combined with other in-person meetings to minimize consultant travel costs. Up to three Rincon staff and a representative of each teaming partner will attend the Working Session.
● City staff will secure meeting space and invite City staff members as needed. ● Rincon will develop one set of materials, including large scale maps, agendas, and a summary of proposed changes.
● Full buildout analysis will be conducted once final map changes are confirmed. ● Up to three rounds of revisions will be made to the Land Use and Transportation Maps and buildout analysis.
● 1st and 2nd
Administrative Draft Land
Use and Transportation
Map
● Draft and final working
session materials
● Working session summary
● 1st and 2nd Administrative
Draft Land Use and
Transportation Analysis
● Final Draft Land Use and
Transportation Analysis
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Task 6 Draft General Plan Update
Task 6.1 Policy Development
To facilitate the collaborative development of new goals, policies, and programs, Rincon will prepare policy frameworks for each element that build on the information collected and issues identified through previous phases of the process, including emerging themes from Community Engagement (Task 2), Existing Conditions (Task 3), and Alternatives (Task 5). Key topic areas and issues from these efforts will be incorporated into the discussion of the policy frameworks and used to inform the initial stages of goal and policy development. The policy frameworks will serve to facilitate discussions with decision makers and community members.
After soliciting community input on the policy frameworks, Rincon will consolidate input on the proposed goals and example strategies for discussion with Planning Commission and Council (Task 10) and subsequently integrate into the administrative draft General Plan.
Task 6.2 General Plan Format and Outlines
The General Plan will be organized and designed to be easy for the public to understand and logical for City staff to use. Rincon will work with City staff to prepare a detailed outline of the General Plan and determine the organization of the elements. Once a layout is chosen, Rincon will also format all elements (including the recently adopted Housing, Environmental Justice, and Safety elements) in the new desired format.
Task 6.3 Administrative Draft General Plan
The General Plan will be organized into elements containing an introduction; issues identification; goals, policies, and an implementation plan. The Rincon team will confirm the outlines of the General Plan with the City before preparing the draft.
Each element will include an implementation plan that will serve to provide clear guidance on governance and interdepartmental implementation of the updated elements. This section will detail actions needed to realize the goals and policies in the Elements, including the responsible department, implementation timeframe, and potential funding sources, likely presented in tables within each element. This implementation plan will also be provided as an Excel matrix that allows for filtering by topic, department, or implementation mechanism.
Task 6.4 Consistency Analysis
Prior to creating the Public Review Draft General Plan, Rincon will conduct a consistency analysis to ensure internal alignment and alignment with other existing City documents.
Task 6.5 Public Review and Adoption of Draft General Plan Rincon will create a Public Review version of the General Plan for gathering input from the community. The Public Draft General Plan will be available on the project website with a request for community comment and used in community engagement efforts to gather feedback prior to Adoption hearings. Upon completion of public review, Rincon will consolidate all public comments and propose any changes that we recommend be made to the draft General Plan. If the City would like to make any changes to the General Plan, Rincon will address those to develop a Draft General Plan for Planning Commission consideration. Following Planning Commission review, the City will direct Rincon to make any changes based on Commissioners’ input, and Rincon will prepare a Draft General Plan for City Council consideration. If the City directs Rincon to address minor City Council comments that do not require a second City Council review, Rincon will do so to prepare the Adopted General Plan.
Task 6 Assumptions Task 6 Deliverables
● The Rincon team will respond to up to two rounds of consolidated comments on the Draft Policy Frameworks—one following initial City staff review (Administrative Draft), and one prior to Study Session 3 to incorporate community input (Public Draft), and one after Study Session 3 to incorporate Planning Commission and/or Council input (Public Draft).
● Revisions from Study Session 3 will be incorporated into the Administrative Draft General Plan (Task 6.3). ● Rincon will prepare up to five Policy Frameworks organized by major topics, including key goals, policies, and implementation programs. Additional policies will be added during drafting of the full General Plan as part of Task 6.3.
● Rincon will develop up to three layout and design examples for the General Plan, in Microsoft Word format, based on staff input.
● Administrative
Draft and Public
Review Draft Policy
Frameworks
● General Plan
Layout Examples
and Final Layout
● 1st and 2nd
Administrative
Draft General Plan
Downtown Specific Plan
We understand that the City’s current
preference is to incorporate the Downtown
Specific Plan into the new General Plan as
a focus area, and rescind the Downtown
Specific Plan. The broad vision for this area
would be retained, but economic analyses
and land use and design principles from this
General Plan Update would inform updated
land use designations, design guidelines,
and development standards.
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Task 6 Assumptions Task 6 Deliverables
● City staff will provide clear, consolidated feedback on layout selection and content edits. ● Rincon will respond to up to two rounds of consolidated comments on the Administrative Draft General Plan.
● The Consistency Analysis will be completed in Excel, leveraging MAST tool data (Task 3.1), and will not be made public.
● Following public input on the Public Review Draft, Rincon will prepare a summary of comments and suggested edits, with City staff providing direction on which edits to incorporate. ● Rincon will conduct up to two rounds of revisions on the Public Review Draft prior to public review, and up to two rounds of revisions to the Adoption Draft.
● Draft and Final
Consistency
Analysis
● Screencheck and
Public Review Draft
General Plan
● 1st and 2nd
Adoption Draft
General Plan
Task 7 Municipal Code Amendments
Task 7.1 Assessment & Framework
Rincon’s approach to Municipal Code Amendments begins with a comprehensive evaluation of the City’s existing code, informed by stakeholder input, community feedback, and legal review. This ensures updates are practical, inclusive, and aligned with current planning laws and community priorities. We have considerable familiarity with the City’s Municipal Code and the updates required by the Focused GPU commitments, and we have previously prepared a matrix of implementation programs and how they may be addressed with a comprehensive code update. We will build on that prior work by refining the list of anticipated amendments and conducting interviews with City staff and the City Attorney to identify usability challenges and legal considerations. Rincon will assess the Zoning Ordinance’s compliance with state law and summarize findings in a detailed memorandum. To guide implementation, Rincon will develop a structured amendment framework in matrix form, outlining needed updates, their rationale, and how existing code sections will map to the new ordinance structure.
Task 7.2 Draft Municipal Code Amendments
Task 7.2.1, Administrative Draft: Once the Zoning Ordinance Outline and Framework is approved, Rincon will prepare an Administrative Draft of the Municipal Code Amendments. In addition to meeting the applicable legal and technical requirements, the Zoning Ordinance will include text, images, and graphics to clearly illustrate any provisions needing additional clarification so that it can be easily understood by government officials, developers, residents, and business owners.
Task 7.2.2, Working Sessions: Rincon will hold up to five virtual working sessions to review sections of the Administrative or Public Review Draft Zoning Ordinance and other Municipal Code amendments with City staff.
Task 7.2.3, Public Review Draft: Rincon will prepare Public Review Draft Municipal Code Amendments, responding to feedback on the Administrative Draft received during working sessions and from one consolidated set of comments from City staff.
Task 7.2.4, Adoption Draft & Final Municipal Code Amendments: Rincon will prepare an adoption draft of the Municipal Code Amendments, responding to public feedback on the Public Review Draft and with input from City staff on how to address public comments, if necessary. This draft will be provided to the Planning Commission for the public hearing at which the Commission will make a recommendation to the City Council. This scope of work allows for minor revisions to the Municipal Code Amendments in between the Planning Commission and City Council hearings.
Task 7.3 Zoning Map
Rincon will create a new Zoning Map based on the General Plan and Zoning Ordinance Update. Rincon will provide a static map showing new zoning consistent with the style and symbology used for the General Plan, as well as a dynamic Zoning Map hosted online for the duration of the project and revised based on City comments to prepare a static PDF Public Review Draft Zoning Map. Rincon will also provide the GIS database so it can be maintained to accommodate future land use or zoning changes.
Rincon will address one consolidated set of comments from City staff on the Zoning Map, Rincon will prepare a Public Review Draft Zoning Map.
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Task 7.4 Development Review Process Modification
Improving the City’s development review processes implements Housing Element actions 7-2 and 8-2. Rincon will assess the City’s development review procedures, drawing on insights from our Focused GPU Implementation work to recommend process improvements. As part of the Code Update Framework, we’ll evaluate application materials, referral procedures, and interdepartmental review thresholds, with the goal of streamlining processes and updating codified procedures as needed. Post-adoption, Rincon will prepare a clear, visual implementation guide—including forms, flowcharts, and checklists—for common development scenarios, ensuring consistency with SB 35, SB 330, and other applicable laws.
Task 7.5 Post-Adoption Support
After the Municipal Code Amendments are adopted, we will provide staff training covering how to navigate the new code and how to use the new development application materials.
For up to six months after the date of adoption of the Municipal Code Amendments, Rincon will also provide limited support for correcting errors and oversights in the code.
Task 7 Assumptions Task 7 Deliverables
● To meet project timelines, Task 7.1 will begin concurrently with the overall project kickoff. ● Rincon will prepare a comprehensive update to the Zoning Ordinance, with targeted updates to other sections of the Municipal Code based on the Focused GPU Implementation Matrix. Due to the comprehensive nature of the Zoning Ordinance update, the Administrative Draft will not be presented in tracked changes. Other code sections will use tracked changes unless fully rescinded and replaced. ● City staff will approve the outline and all deliverables before Rincon proceeds with subsequent work. ● Rincon will begin preparation of the Administrative Draft Zoning Ordinance once the General Plan land use designations and definitions are stable (Task 5). Code amendments not dependent on land use decisions will be developed earlier to maintain the schedule, but objective design standards, zoning districts, or other sections that depend on decisions made during the General Plan Update. ● City staff is expected to complete two rounds of review of the Administrative Draft Zoning Ordinance, with three weeks allocated for each round.
● At least one working session will be held to address public comments during the public review period, and a second may be used to review feedback received during the adoption process. ● The public review period for the Draft Municipal Code Amendments is assumed to be 30 days. ● Significant revisions following public review are not anticipated due to earlier working sessions with staff.
● The Municipal Code Amendments will be adopted concurrent with the General Plan Update (Task 9). ● Final edits after City Council review will be limited to editorial changes; no significant revisions or zoning map changes are expected at this stage.
● The Zoning Map will be prepared after the General Plan Land Use Map (Task 5) is complete. ● Ongoing support for a dynamic, online Zoning Map may be negotiated separately. ● Rincon will prepare application materials including review instructions, flowcharts, checklists, and forms, delivered digitally in Word and PDF formats.
● Staff training will be in-person, up to two hours, in the form of a presentation and discussion. ● Corrections will be limited to minor items such as cross-references, numbering, or typographical errors; no development of new code sections or revisions to corrected sections is anticipated. Rincon has allotted 24 staff hours to addressing corrections. If the City requires support beyond the time allocated here, a scope and budget amendment would be required. The City may also elect to use the time allowance for another purpose if no errors are found within six months of adoption. ● Rincon will not provide hearing support, CEQA review, or coordination with the online code hosting tool for code correction amendments.
● In-person interviews
with up to three City
staff (1 hour each)
● In-person or virtual
interview with City
Attorney (1 hour)
● Memorandum
summarizing findings,
recommendations,
and applicable state
legislation
● Municipal Code
Amendments
Framework
● 1st and 2nd
Administrative Draft
Municipal Code
Amendments
● Public Review Draft,
Planning Commission
Draft, and City
Council Hearing
Draft Municipal Code
Amendments
● Attendance at and
facilitation of up to
five virtual working
sessions with City staff
● Administrative Draft,
Public Review Draft,
and Final Zoning Map
● Online Zoning Map
● Draft Municipal Code
corrections (if needed)
● Staff training session
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Task 8 Program Environmental Impact Report
Rincon prepared an Environmental Assessment (EA) for the City’s Focused GPU , as allowed by California Government Code Section 15091, which allows an EA to be prepared in lieu of an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) when a General Plan is the subject of a legal challenge. This provision provides a streamlined way for local governments to address environmental review requirements without the full burden of preparing a new EIR during litigation. However, the EA was for a narrow scope of work that did not contemplate comprehensive land use changes. The City is small, urban, and built out, and so it is anticipated that much of the EA analysis can be reused for this project, but given that the extent of land use changes is unknown, and future tiering for projects or area plans would be easier with a Programmatic EIR, we propose to prepare a Program EIR (PEIR) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15168, and to forgo the preparation of an Initial Study and address all issue areas in the EIR. This will provide cost and schedule efficiencies.
Task 8.1, Kickoff & Project Description: Rincon will hold a kickoff meeting with City staff to kick off the CEQA process and prepare a PEIR project description.
Task 8.2, Notice of Preparation and Scoping Meeting: Rincon will prepare a Notice of Preparation (NOP) and file with the State Clearinghouse. Rincon will facilitate a NOP scoping session.
Task 8.3, Draft Program EIR: Rincon will prepare an administrative Draft Program EIR and Draft Program EIR. Rincon will also support AB 52 and SB 18 tribal consultation.
Task 8.4, Final Program EIR: Rincon will prepare written responses to public comments, a Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and CEQA findings and statement of overriding considerations (if required).
Task 8 Assumptions Task 8 Deliverables
● The Project Description will be finalized
once the land use changes identified
in Task 5 are stable.
● The EIR scoping meeting will be held in
person, with virtual attendance offered
as an option. The City will secure the
venue. Transcription and/or translation
services are not included in this scope.
● We have assumed approximately
100 hours of consultant time, for
the preparation of responses to an
estimated 15 to 20 comment letters.
If the number of comment letters or
the level of effort required exceeds
this assumption, Rincon will notify
City staff and coordinate on potential
scope and budget adjustments.
● The City will be responsible for filing
the Notice of Determination (NOD)
with the County Clerk and for paying all
associated filing fees.
● Kickoff meeting: Agenda, attendance of up to four Rincon staff, meeting minutes and changes to any scoping assumptions memorialized
● Draft and Final Project Description
● NOP (digital files and filing with State Clearinghouse) ● Scoping meeting materials (agenda, presentation)
● Administrative Draft Program EIR
● To support tribal consultation: Native American Heritage Commission search request, letter templates, checklist, instructions, tracking sheet, and memo documenting the results of consultation
● Draft Program EIR
● Notice of Completion (NOC) and Notice of Availability (NOA) - digital files and filing with State Clearinghouse
● Final Program EIR (digital, plus two hard copies and two CD copies), including draft and final Response to Comments, Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, and CEQA Findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations
● Notice of Determination (NOD)
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Task 9 Adoption and Public Hearing Support
Rincon will draft staff reports, ordinances, and resolutions, prepare PowerPoint presentations, and support City staff at Planning Commission and City Council hearings. This task assumes that the City will introduce the item and turn it over to the project team. Rincon will present the staff report at one Planning Commission hearing and up to two City Council hearings (first and second ordinance readings) to support adoption of the General Plan and Municipal Code Update and certification of the EIR.
Task 9 Assumptions Task 9 Deliverables
● Rincon will respond to one consolidated set of City staff comments on all draft hearing materials.
● Two team members from the project team will attend
hearings in person.
● City staff will be responsible for all public notices, including notifications to property owners regarding land use and zoning changes.
● Draft and final Planning Commission hearing notice, staff report, resolution, and PowerPoint presentations
● Draft and final City Council hearing notice, staff report, resolution and/or ordinance, and PowerPoint presentations for first reading of the ordinance
● Draft and final City Council hearing notice, staff report, resolution and/or ordinance, and PowerPoint presentations for second reading of the ordinance
● Attendance and presentation at Planning Commission (one) and City Council hearings (two)
Task 10 Community Engagement Meetings
Through our prior work with the City, we have learned valuable lessons about how best to design a community engagement program to best suit Huntington Park. During the Housing, Safety, and Environmental Justice element updates, we found that large-scale workshops were not as effective as targeted outreach through focus groups and meeting people where they already gather through “pop-up events.”
We anticipate developing a dynamic engagement plan that allows for a change in direction if warranted by the results of early stages of engagement. The plan would be centered around pop-up events, focus groups, and other interviews. We will look to the City to help identify these opportunities and provide feedback throughout the process. The following represents our proposed plan for engaging the community throughout the project, but we will adjust it as needed.
Task 10.1, Community Surveys: Rincon will create up to five bilingual community surveys in Word, each with up to ten questions, to gather qualitative input for the General Plan via the City’s website, social media, and pop-up events, followed by a summary report with charts, graphs, and narrative analysis.
Task 10.2, Pop-Up Events: Rincon will host engaging pop-up booths at popular events featuring interactive activities and quick surveys, supported by visually appealing materials and QR codes to promote convenient participation in the project survey.
Task 10.3, Focus Groups: Rincon will host up to 16 tailored focus groups at key milestones to gather expert insights on local priorities and strengthen collaboration between the City and its stakeholders Task 10.4, Study Sessions: Rincon will participate in up to four Study Sessions with the City Council at key milestones to provide updates, gather input, and align the General Plan with Council objectives. Key milestones are: 1) Introduction and Visioning; 2) Land Use and Transportation Map; 3) Policy Frameworks; and 4: Draft General Plan.
Task 10 Assumptions Task 10 Deliverables
● Up to five surveys (10 questions each) will be prepared and hosted on SurveyMonkey. ● Up to four rounds of four pop-up events each, at key project milestones, with two Rincon staff facilitating each.
● City will identify and secure venue locations.
● For each pop-up event, Rincon will develop promotional materials (posters, facilitator guide, sign-up sheet, info card, activities).
● Focus groups will occur in four rounds of four meetings, held virtually (up to one hour), with two Rincon staff attending each.
● Up to 12 participants will be invited to each focus group, with the majority participants remaining the same throughout the timeline of the project. ● City will identify and invite participants for each focus group meeting. ● Up to two Rincon staff will attend each in-person Study Session (up to two hours). ● Up to five surveys (draft and final)
● Pop-up event materials, including
facilitator’s guide and promotional
materials (draft and final)
● Summary notes for each round of
pop-up events
● Focus Group Participant List (draft and
final)
● Focus Group Agendas (draft and final)
● Study Session PowerPoint slides (draft
and final)
Fall Winter Spring Summer Fall Winter Spring Summer
Community
Engagement
Existing Conditions/
Tech Studies
Alternatives
GPU Policy
Development
Code Updates
Environmental Review
2025 2026 2027
Adoption
Preferred alternative
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Schedule
The chart below demonstrates the timing of the tasks outlined in the Scope of Work.
While the RFP requires completion by 2029, Housing Element Action 14-1 commits the City to updating the General Plan by the end of 2026. Our schedule aligns with that commitment, aiming to complete the General Plan Update, Municipal Code Amendments, and Environmental Review within two years of project kickoff. This is a rapid pace for a project of this scale.
Wherever possible, tasks will start immediately upon completion of their dependencies. For instance, preparation of the Administrative Draft Zoning Ordinance and Environmental Impact Report will begin once land use designations are finalized (Task 4.4: Preferred Alternative). Independent tasks, such as certain municipal code amendments, will begin as early as possible.
Proposed Personnel
4 Education
BA, Urban Studies and
Planning, University of
California, San Diego
Affiliations
American Planning
Association
Incoming Director, San
Diego American Planning
Association Board
Years of Experience
23 Kimiko Lizardi
Healthy Communites Principal | Principal-in-Charge and Project Manager
Kimiko oversees Rincon’s statewide community planning practice. With over 23 years of expertise, Kimiko has been at the forefront of managing and preparing complex land use and environmental documents that not only align with State legal requirements but also cater to the distinctive needs of her clients and their communities. Her passion lies in creating resilient, vibrant places that capture the essence of each place’s unique character, culture, and community dynamics. Her expertise includes the management of large interdisciplinary consultant teams, multifaceted and multiyear projects. Kimiko has successfully completed the preparation of general plans, housing elements, community plans, master plans, specific plans, corridor plans, adaptation plans and associated environmental documents throughout California. She has assisted jurisdictions in urban areas, such as Sacramento, Pico Rivera and Huntington Park to coastal communities such as Marina, Oceanside and Monterey, and large, rural and geographically diverse jurisdictions, such as Madera County, Stanislaus County and San Bernardino County.
Kimiko believes that great planning starts from a fresh perspective, allowing for a community driven process.
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Principal, Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation – General Plan Guidelines Update, Statewide
Kimiko oversees Rincon’s portion of an update to the Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation (LCI) General Plan Guidelines. The Guidelines have not been comprehensively updated since 2017. The Rincon team is responsible for leading the integration of climate mitigation, adaptation and resiliency across all elements as well as updates to the Open Space, Conservation, Air Quality, Noise, Wildlife Connectivity and Agricultural, and Water elements. Rincon is also responsible for supporting engagement activities and leading the Climate Action Plan Technical Advisory and supporting the SB 1425 Technical Advisory.
Principal-in-Charge, City of Bakersfield – Comprehensive General Plan Update, Housing Element Update, Zone Mapping and Program Environmental Impact Report, Bakersfield
Kimiko oversees a comprehensive update of the City of Bakersfield General Plan, including an update to all mandatory elements and incorporating recent legislative requirements including significant updates to safety and environmental justice and conservation and open space. The update also includes the preparation of optional elements including a Downtown Element and Economic Development Element. The Rincon team is also preparing the 6th cycle Housing Element Update which will drive significant land use changes to accommodate the City’s 37,000-unit Regional Housing Needs Assessment and housing needs and is preparing a concurrent update to the Zoning Code to implement the housing element programs. The City’s General Plan has not been significantly updated since 2002 requiring a robust engagement and visioning process to ensure the General Plan Update reflects the significant changes that have occurred and the future needs of a diverse and growing community.
Principal-in-Charge, City of Huntington Park – Housing Element, Environmental Justice, Safety Element, Rezonings and Program Environmental Impact Report, Huntington Park
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environmental justice community and lacks access to parks and open spaces. Rincon’s policies development in close concert with the Attorney General’s office are referenced in the Department of Justice Best Practices for Implementing Senate Bill 1000 and provide a heavy focus on opportunities for placemaking and access to recreation and public service amenities.
Principal-in-Charge, County of Madera – Focused General Plan Update, Madera County Kimiko actively oversees the significant updates to the County of Madera’s 6th Cycle Housing Element, Safety Element, and the introduction of a new Environmental Justice Element as mandated by state law. Rincon is at the forefront of these updates, collaborating closely with the County and leading the environmental review process. To ensure wide-ranging community involvement, Rincon crafted a robust community engagement program leveraging established relationships between the county and local community-based organizations. This program is specifically designed to reach rural communities and a diverse spectrum of residents, fostering deeper, more meaningful engagements.
Principal-in-Charge, City of Petaluma (Partner with Raimi + Associates, Inc.) – General Plan Update, Petaluma
Kimiko oversees Rincon’s portion of the update to the Petaluma General Plan, which includes an update to the Open Space, Conservation, Safety and Noise elements, community engagement, environmental review, and resiliency strategy.
Key issues Rincon is addressing include the preservation of natural and visual resources, incorporating sustainability and resiliency into planning practices, and mitigating natural hazard risks.
Principal-in-Charge, City of Marina (Partner with Raimi + Associates, Inc.) – General Plan Update, Marina Kimiko oversees Rincon’s portion of the update which includes preparing technical information, goals and policies addressing biological resources, safety, noise, air quality, infrastructure, conservation and natural open space, as well as Environmental Impact Report (EIR) preparation. Rincon provides environmental and planning continuity across projects in the city due to the diverse needs in the city, including habitat management, coastal hazards, and significant housing development. Kimiko also provided oversight of the Housing Element update, development of an affordable housing overlay and is currently supporting the City with adoption of a Downtown Vitalization Specific Plan including placemaking, mobility, urban design, and historic resource policies and programs.
Principal Technical Advisor, County of Fresno – General Plan Review and Zoning Ordinance Update, Fresno County
Rincon prepared a comprehensive update of the Fresno County General Plan, including Conservation and Open Space elements and Zoning Code update and associated Program EIR. The updates to the General Plan included assisting the County in conducting a Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment, evaluating environmental justice communities, formulating a policy framework and integrating climate change resilience and protection. Rincon was committed to engaging the community through the organization of a multitude of workshops across the county, focused on unincorporated disadvantaged communities to gather local knowledge and input on environmental justice strategies.
Project Manager, City of Pico Rivera – Comprehensive General Plan Update, Rezonings and Program Environmental Impact Report, Pico Rivera
While at a previous firm, Kimiko managed the comprehensive update of the Pico Rivera General Plan and preparation of the Program EIR, including a Healthy Community Element. The City of Pico Rivera is a built out city and a key component of the update was to identify key opportunity areas, including corridors and targeted planning areas that provided direction in the form of unique objectives for each of these areas to direct placemaking, revitalization and access to amenities. The General Plan also focused on increasing open space and recreation opportunities including connections to the Rio Hondo and San Gabriel River corridors and the Pico Rivera Sports Rea area, while also focusing on corresponding policies to increase local mobility and access to transit.
Project Manager, County of San Bernardino – 13 Community Plan Updates, San Bernardino County While at a previous firm, Kimiko participated in San Bernardino County’s Comprehensive General Plan Update and was responsible for the update of all 13 of the County’s Community Plans. The Community Plans cover diverse communities throughout the County’s valley, desert and mountain regions, from relatively small, little known areas such as Muscoy and Lytle Creek to larger, more prominent communities such as Joshua Tree and Lake Arrowhead. One of the key achievements of the project was building consensus among people with varying viewpoints through extensive collaboration with community groups and a large-scale outreach effort.
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Education
BA, City Planning, Sonoma
State University
Affiliations
American Planning
Association
Years of Experience
12 Della Acosta
Supervising Planner | Deputy Project Manager
Della is an experienced and highly trusted project manager and long-range planner with 12 years of experience managing comprehensive and technical general plan updates, resiliency and sustainability plans, community engagement programs, and community health projects. She has managed updates for numerous general plan updates across California and specializes in developing policy that achieves the community vision while fulfilling necessary regional, state, and federal requirements in ways that are contextual and implementable.
Della contributes to successful projects involving climate mitigation and adaptation, resiliency planning, public health and equity advancement, community empowerment, disadvantaged communities, and coastal resources, and is a trained and experienced community outreach and facilitation specialist who has led numerous workshops, meetings, presentations, and innovative engagement activities. Recognized by both clients and peers for her efficient and effective project management, Della received Rincon’s 2023 Outstanding Achievement Award for Project Management.
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● Project Manager, City of Bakersfield – General Plan Update, Bakersfield ● Project Manager, County of Fresno – General Plan Review and Zoning Ordinance Update, Fresno County
● Project Manager, City of San Fernando – Focused General Plan Update, Climate Action and Resilience Plan, and Zoning Code Update, San Fernando ● Program Lead, California Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation – Update to the General Plan Guidelines, State of California
● Project Manager, City of Foster City – Parks and Open Space and Conservation Elements Update, Foster City
● Project Manager, County of Sonoma – Focused General Plan Update, Sonoma County ● Project Manager, County of Trinity – Trinity County General Plan Update, Trinity County ● Project Manager, City of Pleasant Hill – General Plan Update, Pleasant Hill ● Project Manager, Town of Rohnert Park – General Plan Update, Rohnert Park ● Policy and Engagement Lead, City of Elk Grove – General Plan Update, Elk Grove ● Assistant Project Manager, Fresno County Council of Governments – Zoning Assessment Tool and Model Zoning Book, Multiple Jurisdictions, Central California ● Project Manager, City of San Joaquin – General Plan and Zoning Ordinance Update, San Joaquin
● Health Specialist, San Bernardino County – Community Plan Continuum, San Bernardino County
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Education
Master of City & Regional
Planning, California
Polytechnic State University,
San Luis Obispo
BA, Political Science,
Vassar College
Affiliations
American Planning
Association
Years of Experience
16 Nina Bellucci
Senior Planner | Implementation Strategy Lead
Nina has a strong background in public sector housing planning and community development. Her expertise includes zoning amendments for housing, housing element updates, housing development review, developing affordable housing policy, and administering affordable housing programs. Nina served as the project manager on 6th Cycle Housing Element updates for over 20 individual jurisdictions Nina was the County of Sonoma’s housing planner, and in that role, was responsible for implementing the County’s housing element, and designed and implemented process improvements to reduce application times for housing development.
Nina also has experience in community development program administration and grant writing. Outside of the planning field, she also has several years of experience as a writer and editor.
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GENERAL PLAN UPDATES
Project Manager, City of Huntington Park – Focused General Plan Update ● Housing, Safety, Environmental Justice, and Land Use elements ● Zoning amendments for Housing Element compliance
Planner, City of Bakersfield – General Plan Update
● Developed Land Use Element policies
6TH CYCLE HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATES
● Managed over 20 individual jurisdictions’ 6th Cycle Housing Element updates. ● Technical assistance resource for many of Rincon’s clients ● Select clients include:
● City of Monterey Park
● West Covina Housing Element Update
● City of Hayward Housing Element Update
● City of San Leandro Housing Element Update
HOUSING ELEMENT IMPLEMENTATION
City of Huntington Park
● Developed a tracking tool to help the City prioritize programs and a first phase work plan. ● Completed zoning and specific plan amendments to address constraints identified in the Housing Elements and helped the City establish a permanent environmental justice advisory committee.
County of Sonoma
● Wrote award-winning zoning amendments to reduce constraints to housing development ● Updated the Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance
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Education
MESM, Bren School of
Environmental Science and
Management, University of
California, Santa Barbara
BA, Political Science,
California Polytechnic
University, San Luis Obispo
Certification/
Registrations
American Planning
Association – American
Institute of Certified
Planners Certified (no.
02663)
Accredited Greenhouse
Gas Emissions Lead Verifier
– California Air Resources
Board
Years of Experience
18 Matt Maddox, AICP
Environmental Planning Principal | CEQA Lead
Matt Maddox has 18 years of experience in environmental planning for a wide range of jurisdictions across California. Matt is valued by his clients and his colleagues for his depth of technical understanding of CEQA and his ability to simplify and support his clients and teams in navigating the complexities of required levels of environmental review and developing strategies to streamline, establish threshold policy and guidance and methods to incorporate cutting edge analyses and mitigation strategies. Matt also leads Rincon’s environmental training programs across all levels from more entry level professionals to senior technical professionals offering his broad range of experience in urban planning and land use studies, General Plans and Climate Action Plans, and air quality, noise and greenhouse gas analysis. Matt is also Rincon’s leading environmental principal in programmatic environmental review strategies. He has worked on a variety of CEQA, general plans, climate action plans, and housing elements throughout California including in coastal communities (Humboldt County, City of Ventura, City of Carlsbad), rural communities (Butte County, Sonoma County, Fresno County, Tuolumne County, Stanislaus County, Merced County, City of Calipatria (Imperial County), and urban communities (City of Sacramento, City of Calabasas, City of Thousand Oaks, City of Bakersfield).
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● Principal-in-Charge, County of Fresno – General Plan Review and Zoning Ordinance Update and EIR, Fresno County
● Project Manager, Town of Windsor – Town of Windsor 2040 General Plan Update and Environmental Impact Report, Sonoma County
● Principal-in-Charge, City of Cotati, Santero Way Specific Plan Update EIR (Subconsultant to Prime Firm), Cotati
● CEQA Principal-in-Charge, City of Auburn (Partner with Barry Miller Consulting) – General Plan Update EIR, Auburn
● Project Manager, City of Novato – General Plan Technical Studies and Environment Impact Report, Novato
● CEQA Principal-in-Charge, City of Bakersfield – General Plan Update, Zone Mapping, and Programmatic Environmental Impact Report
● Principal-in-Charge, County of Sonoma – Housing Element and EIR, Sonoma County ● Principal-in-Charge, City of Carlsbad - Carlsbad Housing Element Implementation and Public Safety Element Update SEIR, Carlsbad
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Proposed Personnel
Areas of Expertise
Community Outreach &
Engagement
General Plans
Housing Elements
Zoning Ordinance
Amendments
Education
Ed.D. Change Management,
University of Southern
California
MA, Applied Anthropology,
San Diego State University
BA, Art History, Minor in
Chemistry, California State
University, Bakersfield
Certification/
Registrations
AICP (American Institute
of Certified Planners) -
Certification No. 33473
Years of Experience
11+
Kassandra Gale, AICP
Senior Supervising Planner | Community Engagement Lead
Kassandra Gale is a seasoned expert in community engagement, with over 13 years of experience designing equity-centered strategies that elevate community voices across planning disciplines. Her work spans land use, water, transportation, climate resilience and sustainability, and cultural and historic resources—crafting outreach and engagement approaches that are research-informed, context-specific, and highly effective. Kassandra combines behavioral science, organizational change, and practical planning expertise to create adaptive engagement frameworks that build trust and drive better outcomes. With a Doctorate in Organizational Change and Leadership from the University of Southern California, she brings a rare blend of academic insight and realworld experience, translating complex planning processes into accessible, inclusive, and actionable public engagement.
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● Community Outreach and Engagement Technical Advisor – Housing and Environmental Justice Updates, City of Huntington Park
● Community Outreach and Engagement Lead – Comprehensive Housing Program Implementation, City of San Fernando
● Project Manager & Community Outreach and Engagement Lead – Housing Element Update, City of Bakersfield
● Community Outreach and Engagement Technical Advisor – Housing Element Update and Implementation, County of Madera
● Community Outreach and Engagement Lead – Comprehensive General Plan Update, City of Bakersfield
● Community Outreach and Engagement Lead – Historic Preservation Ordinance & Context Statement, City of San Mateo
● Community Outreach and Engagement Lead – Master Plan Phase I Visioning, City of Morro Bay
● Community Outreach and Engagement Technical Advisor – Yolo County Regional Resilience Collaborative, Yolo County
● Community Outreach and Engagement Lead – Safe Routes to Schools Transportation Plan, City of Kerman
● Community Outreach and Engagement Lead – Water Transportation Pier Ferry Project, City of Berkeley
● Engagement Facilitator – Ventura River Watershed Resilience Program, Ventura County Resource Conservation District
● Engagement Facilitator – Pajaro River Watershed Resilience Program, Pajaro Valley Water Management Agency
● Engagement Facilitator & Technical Advisor – Long Range Transportation Plan, Fort Independence Indian Reservation
● Community Outreach and Engagement Technical Advisor – Groundwater Sustainability Management Plan, Kern Water Subbasin
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Education
MA, Urban and Regional
Planning, University of
California, Los Angeles
BA, International
Development Studies,
Minor, Urban and Regional
Studies, University of
California, Los Angeles
Years of Experience
7 Susan Hernandez
Planner | Zoning Lead
Susan is a Senior Planner on Rincon’s Community Planning team. She has extensive experience in current, long-range and environmental planning, including General Plan and Housing Element updates, zoning ordinance updates, and the preparation of environmental impact reports. Susan, a former planner for the City of Pico Rivera, has a strong foundation in local government. She is skilled in site plan review, entitlement processing, and environmental planning. She has experience assisting people at the planning counter. She has helped developers, residents, and business owners navigate zoning ordinances, General Plan, and City processes, providing bilingual assistance. She managed entitlements for commercial and multifamily projects, conducted community outreach, and presented them to the Planning Commission. Susan’s experience gives her deep insight into the various city challenges and opportunities.
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HOUSING ELEMENT IMPLEMENTATION
City of Huntington Park
● Prepared zoning ordinance amendments to address constraints identified in the Housing Element and facilitate housing development through new processes.
City of Monterey Park
● Drafted Municipal Code amendments to implement Housing Element programs and led a public workshop to present proposed changes.
City of West Hollywood
● Assisting with Zoning Ordinance updates to implement 6th Cycle Housing Element programs, focusing on ADUs and special needs housing.
City of Chino Hills
● Developed zoning code amendments to establish new housing and mixed-use districts, including objective design standards to streamline development review.
ZONING CODE UPDATES
City of San Fernando
● Update Zoning Code to implement recent state laws, Housing Element Programs, Objective Design Standards, and revitalize commercial districts.
City of Culver City
● Updated the Subdivision Code to comply with state law, streamline approvals, and include objective design standards for small-lot residential developments.
City of West Covina
● Prepared Zoning Ordinance updates by researching best practices, ensuring consistency with state laws, and improving clarity and consistency in code language.
City of Hayward
● Revised the Density Bonus Ordinance to align with state law and created user-friendly materials to assist developers and staff.
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Education
Bachelor of Arts,
Architecture, UC Berkeley
Master of Urban Planning,
University of Washington
Certification/
Registrations
American Planning
Association – American
Institute of Certified
Planners Certified (no.
024675)
Affiliations
American Planning
Association, Board Member
Urban Land Institute, Board
Member
Lamda Alpha International,
Member
Years of Experience
25 Awards
APA California Public
Outreach Merit Award,
KCCTOD Study Zines
APA San Diego Resilience
& Sustainability Excellence
Award, Bayshore Bikeway
Resiliency Project
APA San Diego Resilience
& Sustainability Merit
Award, National City 24th
Street Transit Oriented
Development Overlay
(TODO)
Diego Velasco, AICP
Diego is a native San Diegan who has been practicing design and planning in the San Diego region for more than 25 years. Over this timespan, Diego has worked closely with multiple communities in San Diego and across California. His work on over eight Comprehensive Plans for communities in San Diego has included leading extensive community outreach (such as University and Hillcrest’s online engagement and the award-winning Pop-up Outreach for Encanto and Southeastern) and innovative urban design work (including a vision for the University Community Plan and 3D visualizations for the Hillcrest Focused Plan, among several other assignments). As the Founder and President of Citythinkers, Diego’s work spans all scales and contexts, from affordable infill housing to campus planning, specific plans, master plans, design guidelines, and recently, coastal resilience planning for private sector and public sector clients alike.
Diego is also a practicing architectural designer, a Certified Planner, an undergraduate instructor at UC San Diego, and the Immediate Past Section Director of the American Planning Association San Diego Section.
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Vista General Plan
In collaboration with Rick Planning, led the urban design and 3D visualizations for the city’s General Plan. Assisted Rick with development and illustration of land use alternatives and design and facilitation of multiple community workshops across the council districts in the city, including Spanish interpretation.
City of San Diego On-Call Planning Consulting Services
Urban Design and Outreach. On-Call urban design and outreach support for multiple community plans, focused plans, design standards, and cultural district planning.
Prepared and reviewed draft policies, ordinances, and other long-range planning documents. Conducted research and literature reviews and summarize best practices.
Led Community Outreach and Engagement. Developed 3D Visualizations and Renderings City of San Diego Coastal Resilience Master Plan
In collaboration with Harris Associates, led community outreach and provided graphics support. The Coastal Resilience Master Plan details climate adaptation strategies for six sites along the city’s coastline. Led community outreach including six pop-up events, two community workshops, and online survey. Developed over 30 graphics to communicate the scope of the adaptation strategies.
Proposed Personnel
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Education
MS, Civil Engineering
- Transportation
BS, Civil Engineering, San
Diego State University
Accreditation
Professional Engineer (Civil),
California #91776
Professional Engineer
(Traffic), California #TR2957
Professional Traffic
Operations Engineer (PTOE),
#5042
Affiliations
Institute of Transportation
Engineers (ITE) – Secretary
Years of Experience
11 Jonathan Sanchez, PE, TE, RSP1
Lead Transportation Engineer
Jonathan is a Transportation Engineer with extensive experience with traffic impact studies, traffic engineering design plans, conceptual design, traffic operations, data collection, collision analyses, corridor studies, and multi-modal analysis. His expertise includes the application of transportation planning and traffic engineering analysis software including Synchro, VISSIM, and Highway Capacity Software (HCS). Jonathan’s fluency in Spanish has contributed to CRA’s translation services for community outreach events. An excellent communicator with an ability to put people at ease in a wide range of situations, he is supportive and inclusive, always taking the time to listen to others’ ideas. These traits make Jonathan a great leader, co-worker, and mentor, whose clients feel comfortable and eager to collaborate with him.
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Metro Active Transportation Strategic Plan Update, Los Angeles County, CA Traffic Engineer – CRA led a multi-jurisdictional, regional planning process on behalf of Metro to develop its 2023 Active Transportation Strategic Plan (ATSP). CRA participated in community outreach including seven stakeholder briefings, 32 in-person community meetings, and three CBO partnerships. Guided by an emphasis on serving areas of high social equity need, ATSP recommendations feature a regional active transportation network consisting of 1,433 miles of bikeways, 81 pedestrian districts, and 602 First/ Last Mile areas surrounding transit stations. The ATSP includes cost estimations of regional network components, a prioritization process, and recommendations for implementation in three phases.
Oceanside General Plan Update and Smart and Sustainable Corridors Specific Plan, Oceanside, CA
Traffic Engineer. CR Associates is currently leading the Circulation Element of the City of Oceanside General Plan update. As a spin-off of this effort, CRA is leading a planning effort to focus on three of the City’s key thoroughfares. The Smart and Sustainable Corridors Specific Plan (SSCSP) proposes a revisioning of these corridors through the creation of “themes” that align with the City’s recently developed Vision and Guiding Principles. For each corridor a variety of considerations are incorporated into the Plan:
Land Use, Urban Design, and Mobility. The mobility recommendations are critical to the overall success of the SSCP as the land use and urban design goals require support from all modes of transportation. The SSCP mobility recommendations are being prepared in conjunction with focused community engagement and seek to support the transformation of these three corridors into Complete Streets that are comfortable and safe for all.
El Centro General Plan Update and Throughfare Study, El Centro, CA Project Manager. CR Associates prepared the Mobility Element for the General Plan Update, identifying goals and policies to promote a balanced and well-connected transportation system that serves the mobility needs of all users within El Centro.
Specifically, the Mobility Element addresses transportation routes including all travel modes such as pedestrian, bicycle, public transit and vehicular mobility; goods movement, rail, and airport; and major thoroughfares. Visual Enhancement Areas (VEAs) were identified for areas such as corridors, districts, and gateways for streetscape improvements, amenities, and elements in the public rights-of-way. The Land Use Element recognizes the importance that aesthetics, design, and community character have on strengthening El Centro’s cultural uniqueness and its American and Mexican traditions by promoting the arts and culture as an integral element of the plan and its implementation.
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Education
BS, Civil Engineering,
Brigham Young University
Accreditation
Professional Engineer (Civil),
California #87664
Affiliations
Orange County Traffic
Engineering Council
(OCTEC) – Board Member
Institute of Transportation
Engineers (ITE) – Member
Years of Experience
12 Trevor Briggs, PE
Senior Transportation Engineer
Trevor Briggs is a Senior Transportation Engineer at CR Associates (CRA) and has worked for public and private clients throughout southern California. He has experience as a project manager or lead transportation engineer for projects related to parking analyses, traffic impact studies (LOS and VMT), traffic operations, safety evaluations, drive-through queuing, corridor studies, conceptual design, as well as various traffic engineering design plans, such as: Signing and Striping, Traffic Signal, Traffic Control, and ITS plans Select Project Experience
Norwalk Design Services for Local Streets Rehab Program, Los Angeles County, CA
Traffic Engineer. CR Associates is leading the Traffic Train Interface Study for the Los Angeles Metro Eastside Transit Corridor Phase 2, analyzing interactions between the planned light rail extension and the existing roadway network using Vissim microsimulation modeling. Microsimulation is the most effective tool for evaluating the complex relationships between rail operations, vehicular traffic, pedestrians, and transit users along this corridor. The study includes traffic impact analysis, rail crossing evaluations, signal coordination, and multimodal integration to ensure safe and efficient operations. CRA is assessing at-grade and grade-separated crossings, optimizing signal timing to minimize delays, and developing strategies to enhance pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicle safety at key intersections. The study will provide Metro with data-driven recommendations to improve rail operations, traffic flow, and multimodal connectivity while minimizing disruptions to local communities.
Traffic Engineering On-Call, City of San Marcos, San Marcos, CA Traffic Engineer. CRA is providing the City of San Marcos with a variety of traffic engineering services. Task orders under this contract include the preparation and peer review of traffic studies and operational analyses, signal timing update, adaptive signal pilot program, TMC construction management, cycle track feasibility studies and alternatives development, cost estimates, ITS evaluations, safety analysis and countermeasure development, traffic calming evaluation and design, traffic engineering standards development and manual updates, grant writing, plan checks, traffic calming guidelines, TDM ordinance evaluation, staff report preparation and presentation to the Traffic Commission and City Council.
Yorba Linda General Plan Update*, Yorba Linda, CA
Traffic Engineer. The City of Yorba Linda completed a comprehensive General Plan Update in 2016, which included updates to the City’s Circulation Element. Trevor prepared the Circulation Element report, conducted the associated intersection and roadway Level of Service (LOS) analyses to determine potential transportation deficiencies, reviewed bicycle facilities, truck routes, and transit routes, as well as provided recommendations to intersection improvements and updates in roadway classification for future build-out conditions. Trevor also coordinated with the project team and City staff to confirm Circulation Element’s consistency with other Elements within the General Plan Update
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Kevin Engstrom
Senior Principal
Kevin Engstrom is a Senior Principal in the Los Angeles office of Keyser Marston Associates, Inc. For over 25 years he has provided public and private clients with real estate and financial expertise.
Key Role
Kevin has provided public and private clients with real estate and financial expertise, including: market and financial feasibility studies, fiscal impact analyses, economic revitalization consulting, financial modeling, developer selection and disposition consulting.
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Land Use Strategies/Market and Feasibility Studies
During his tenure at Keyser Marston, Kevin has conducted a number of market and feasibility studies for cities throughout California. For these analyses Kevin assessed current market conditions; projected future demand for residential, retail, office, industrial and hotel development; tested the financial feasibility of prototypical projects; prepared fiscal impact projections for alternative development scenarios; and created implementation strategies. Projects have included general plan updates, specific plans, master plans, corridor studies, economic development strategies and highest and best use analyses. These studies have occurred throughout Orange, Los Angeles, Riverside, San Bernardino, Ventura, Santa Clara, Butte, San Diego and Fresno counties.
Asset Management/Disposition Consulting
In addition, Kevin has consulted in all areas of the disposition process for surplus properties for public agencies. His experience includes project planning, preparing and evaluating Requests for Proposals and Qualifications, developer selection, negotiation support and financial feasibility analyses for cities throughout the State including Los Angeles, Anaheim, Brea, Glendale, Long Beach, Poway, Pasadena, Redondo Beach, Rancho Mirage, San Juan Capistrano and Monterey Park. In addition, he has negotiated ground leases, including extensions, for retail, office and hotel projects in cities throughout Southern California.
Market and Financial Services for Hotel Projects
Kevin has provided consulting services for over 125 hotel projects throughout California, including the Olympic North Hotels, Pico Fig Hotels, Anaheim Westin, Beverly Hills Montage, Huntington Beach Grand Hyatt, Anaheim Doubletree and the Glendale Embassy Suites. The analyses include market assessments, financial feasibility analyses, public revenue projections, reviewing EB-5 financing strategies and developing financial assistance programs.
Professional Credentials
Kevin currently serves on CALED Board of Directors (Advisory Board). He teaches at the California Association for Local Economic Development’s Accredited CA Economic Developer Program. He instructed the Basic Pro Forma and Advanced Pro Forma Class at the CRA’s Redevelopment Institute in Southern California. In addition, he has taught a Real Estate Finance and Development Pro Forma class at the American Planning Association – California Chapter annual conference. Kevin has also served as an instructor at California State University at Fullerton in the Geography department. Kevin holds a Master of Arts Degree from the University of Arizona and a Bachelor of Arts Degree from Villanova University.
Relevant Experience
Kevin is evaluating market opportunities for commercial and residential development at CSU Fullerton and Sacramento State. Other projects include market/financial/fiscal evaluation of the West Gateway in Long Beach; market study for the Little Arabia Corridor in Anaheim; market study for the City of Newport Beach residential development opportunities; fiscal impact analysis of a proposed annexation in Palm Desert.
Proposed Personnel
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Ryan Tuong An Koyanagi
Associate
Ryan Tuong An Koyanagi is an Associate in the Los Angeles office of Keyser Marston Associates. Since joining the firm in 2022, Ryan has provided a variety of public and private sector clients with real estate economic analysis for affordable housing, inclusionary housing and adaptive reuse projects. He has worked on projects in Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino counties, as well as the Bay Area.
Key Role
Ryan conducts market and demographic research for real estate projects, evaluates developer responses to RFPs, and determines financial gap and land reuse valuation for agency assistance to affordable housing projects.
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Market Analysis
Ryan performs market and demographic analysis for redevelopment projects and general/specific plan updates, evaluating historic and projected performance for different land uses and surveying brokers, developers, property owners and other real estate professionals. Ryan has recently performed market analyses for the Cities of Long Beach, Anaheim, Torrance, Newport Beach, and the California State University system.
Affordable Housing
Ryan performs a variety of analyses in support of affordable housing development, including financial gap, land reuse valuation, subsidy layering reviews, and drafting and evaluating RFP/Qs for affordable housing development. Ryan has recently performed affordable housing financing analyses for the Cities of Alhambra, Anaheim, Santa Ana and Long Beach.
Relevant Experience
Ryan has conducted market analyses for general plan updates in the Cities of Chino and Newport Beach, specific projects and corridors such as the Brookhurst Corridor (Little Arabia) in Anaheim, the West Gateway Entrada and Belmont Pier redevelopment projects in Long Beach, and has evaluated market opportunities for student and faculty/staff housing for CSU campuses at Fullerton, Sacramento, San Jose and Chico. He has also assisted with fiscal impact analyses for the Cities of Santa Ana and Palm Desert, and inclusionary housing programs for the Cities of Monrovia, Redlands and Santa Cruz.
Professional Credentials
Ryan holds a Master of Arts and Bachelor of Arts degree in Geography from California State University, Fullerton where he also completed a Geographic Information Systems (GIS) certificate. 38 • Rincon Consultants, Inc.
Education
California Polytechnic
State University-San Luis
Obispo Bachelor of Science
Civil Engineering, Civil and
Structural Engineering
Santa Monica College
Associate in Arts, General
Science
Professional
Registration
Registered Professional
Engineer State of CA
(75568)
Professional Affiliations
American Society of Civil
Engineers, Member
American Society of
Civil Engineers, MOSAIC
Corresponding Member
Society of Hispanic
Professional Engineers,
Lifetime Member
Society of Professional
Engineers, Los Angeles
Chapter, President
Years of Experience
22 Jimmy Galvez, PE
Principal
Jimmy Galvez has extensive depth of design experience on projects at the residential, commercial, mixed use, streetscape and public right of way, institutional/higher education campus scale and neighborhood district-scale throughout California, Oklahoma, Colorado, Texas, Louisiana, Latin America and the Middle East. He has served as project lead in coordination with owner representatives, government agencies, multidisciplinary design teams, contractors, and other stakeholders for clients in both the private and public sectors. He has been responsible for site design from early concept planning to the preparations of construction and permitting documentation including specifications, cost and bond estimates and constructions administration for a variety of land development projects.
In Los Angeles County, Jimmy’s experience expands over a variety of parks and open space projects including Whittier Narrows Park, Descanso Gardens, Pacoima Spreading Grounds Headworks Natural Park, LA Botanical Gardens. Other key projects include Paramount Ranch, Rocky Oaks and Peter Strauss Park for the National Park Service.
Jimmy also brings his experience at the national stage including projects such as Scissortail Park in Oklahoma City, OK, Memorial Park in Houston, TX and New Orleans Museum of Modern Art Sculpture Garden in New Orleans, LA.
While taking these projects from feasibility studies and early concept to permitting and construction, Jimmy has led and coordinated multidisciplinary teams along with a number of agencies including City of Riverside, City of Culver City, City of West Hollywood, City of Glendale, City of Pasadena, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, Southern California Edison, multiple departments and divisions at City of Los Angeles, and multiple departments at Los Angeles County. Jimmy’s diverse experience applying technical innovation and solid engineering to projects at all scales results in outcomes that save time and resources and exceeded the expectations of stakeholders.
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● Culver City General Plan Update – Culver City, CA
● Chelli Specific Plan - Bell, CA
● Atlantic Specific Plan - Bell, CA
● Norwalk Specific Plan - Norwalk CA
● Lindenville Specific Plan - South San Francisco, CA
● Moraga Specific Plan - Piedmont, CA
Proposed Personnel
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Education
California Polytechnic
State University – San
Luis Obispo M.S. in
Civil Engineering, Water
Resources
Professional
Registration
Registered Professional
Engineer State of CA
(89652)
Professional Affiliations
Society of Hispanic
Professional Engineers,
Member
Years of Experience
10 Samuel Juarez, MS, PE
Project Manager
Samuel is a seasoned Project Manager with a passion for sustainable design and a proven track record in delivering impactful projects. His expertise spans a wide range of disciplines, including civil engineering, land surveying, and green infrastructure.
Samuel has recently contributed to significant projects in the Los Angeles County Parks and Open Spaces system, such as Descanso Gardens, Rock Oaks, and Watts Towers.
At Descanso Gardens, he led a team to design a natural grading and drainage system, incorporating rock-lined swales and a stormwater treatment pond to support sustainable irrigation practices. For Rock Oaks, he led construction administration efforts to enhance natural drainage features to minimize site disturbance and preserve the site’s natural beauty. At Watts Towers, he focused on integrating Low Impact Development (LID) strategies to manage stormwater runoff and potentially reuse it for landscape irrigation.
With a strong foundation in civil engineering and land surveying, Samuel has successfully managed complex projects involving site layout, grading, drainage, and utility infrastructure. He has consistently delivered projects on time even under accelerated schedules. Samuel’s collaborative approach involves keeping clients informed and empowered to make informed decisions.
Samuel’s bilingual skills and collaborative approach have enabled him to effectively work with diverse teams and stakeholders. He is proficient in AutoCAD Civil 3D and Microsoft Project and is committed to delivering innovative and sustainable solutions that benefit the community.
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● Descanso Gardens, La Cañada Flintridge, CA
● Watts Towers Art Campus, Los Angeles, CA
● Paramount Ranch, Agoura Hills, CA
● Rocky Oaks Park, Agoura Hills, CA Peter Strauss Park Agoura Hills, CA
Quality Assurance / Quality Control
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Quality Assurance / Quality Control
Rincon always strives to provide our clients with high-quality work that meets all applicable professional standards and regulatory requirements. To meet this quality standard, we establish Quality Assurance / Quality Control (QA/QC) procedures for each project at project initiation, which are followed throughout the life of the project.
Project Manager Review
The Project Manager reviews all deliverables to ensure they meet Rincon’s quality standards, are aligned with the project scope and City’s expectations, and project strategy. The Project Manager or Strategic Advisors (see below) will conduct editorial reviews, ensuring work products are consistent with the project style guide.
The Project Manager is also responsible for ensuring clear and effective communication between Rincon and the City, among Rincon staff, and between subconsultants. The Project Manager ensures that information is distributed among team members appropriately. The Project Manager is the City’s main point of contact throughout the project.
Strategic Advisor Review
Strategic Advisors review all deliverables relevant to their areas of expertise—integration with the City’s recent General Plan updates and implementation requirements, environmental
review, community engagement principles, and General Plan requirements. Strategic Advisors will ensure work products meet applicable legal requirements and are consistent with other City efforts, as applicable.
Principal Review
Principals review all deliverables to ensure alignment with overall project strategy and meet Rincon’s high standards for quality.
Production
When work products are ready for delivery, Rincon’s in-house Publishing team will format the documents for publishing in whatever format specified by the scope—digital format or hard copies. The Publishing team will design project templates and ensure consistency across all deliverables and project branding.
Management of Subconsultants
Rincon has a long history of using subconsultants on
assignments for technical analysis beyond our internal capacity.
The Project Manager monitors the performance of each
subconsultant, and each work product goes through the same QA/QC process described above.
References
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References
City of Bakersfield
Comprehensive General Plan Update
November 2021 to Present
Phil Burns, Development Services Director | 661-326-3040 Rincon is leading a comprehensive update of the City’s General Plan and Programmatic EIR, with a focus on climate resilience, equity, and environmental justice. The project features robust community engagement and addresses state mandates through integrated planning for housing, open space, natural resources, and inclusive growth. Rincon also supported the City with residential zoning updates to complete certain Housing Element programs and site inventory requirements.
County of Fresno
Comprehensive General Plan Update
2015 to Present
Chris W. Motta, Division Manager, Department of Public Work, Development Services and Capital Projects Division | 559-600-4227
Rincon is finalizing revisions to the General Plan and Zoning Code update and Program EIR. Rincon is now conducting a countywide Climate Change Vulnerability Assessment, evaluation of environmental justice communities, and policy framework, and incorporation of climate change and vulnerable population resiliency into the Safety Element. Rincon is also conducting public outreach, including the seven community workshops across the county to gather input and engage with the residents on the General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, and environmental justice strategies. Given that English and Spanish are both widely spoken in Fresno County, Rincon is conducting meetings in both languages for full and meaningful participation. Rincon is also facilitating communication among the County, CAL FIRE, and other involved state agencies to ensure expectations and goals are aligned.
City of Marina
Downtown Specific Plan, Housing
Implementation Zoning Amendments,
CEQA, General Plan Update
Guido Persicone, Community Development Director | 831-884-1289 Rincon assisted the City of Marina with an update of the City of Marina’s Downtown Vitalization Specific Plan and an Affordable Housing Overlay district to support increased density and development incentives. The Downtown Vitalization Specific Plan supports housing and mixed-use infill objectives, objective design standards, permit streamlining, and placemaking. In addition,
Rincon is also on the consultant team supporting the City’s Comprehensive General Plan update, leading the Open Space, Conservation, Safety, and Public Facilities element updates.
Rincon supported the City with its 6th Cycle Housing Element Update and is continuing to provide services to support housing element implementation, including development of a Faith Based Overlay, housing types toolkit, and Prohousing and grant services.
Fee Schedule / Cost Proposal
7 Hours Labor Budget Direct Expense Total Budget
Task 1 Project Management and Schedule 352 89,577 40,410 129,987 Rincon Consultants 352.00 87,548.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 2,029.00
Travel (airfare, ground trans, lodging) 970.00
KMA 9,140.80
Sherwood Design Engineers 2,320.00
CR Associates 19,070.40
Citythinkers 8,908.80
Task 2 Community Engagement 94.50 18,194.59 1,740 19,934.59 Rincon Consultants 94.50 17,357.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 837.59
Sherwood Design Engineers 1,740.00
Task 3 Data Collection and Analysis 321 64,066 146,183.20 210,249.20 Rincon Consultants 321.00 64,066.00
KMA 41,899.20
Sherwood Design Engineers 42,688.00
CR Associates 50,529.60
Citythinkers 11,066.40
Task 4 Vision and Guiding Principles 55 10,838.48 7,099.20 17,937.68 Rincon Consultants 55.00 10,594.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 244.48
Sherwood Design Engineers 1,160.00
Citythinkers 5,939.20
Task 5 Land Use Updates 326 87,234.66 159,199.60 246,434.26 Rincon Consultants 326.00 83,088.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 4,146.66
Travel (airfare, ground trans, lodging) 500.00
KMA 33,268.80
Sherwood Design Engineers 35,380.00
CR Associates 69,658.00
Citythinkers 20,392.80
Task 6 Draft General Plan Update 903 199,706.88 159,118.60 358,825.48 Rincon Consultants 903.00 192,915.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 6,791.88
Sound Level Field Monitoring Package 565.00
Travel - Mileage 28.00
KMA 19,580.80
Sherwood Design Engineers 32,480.00
CR Associates 48,418.40
Citythinkers 58,046.40
Task 7 Municipal Code Amendments 1,342 309,176.93 260 309,436.93 Rincon Consultants 1,342.00 301,540.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 7,636.93
Travel - Mileage including airfare, ground trans, lodging 260.00 Task 8 Environmental Review 791 185,659.41 260 185,659.41 Rincon Consultants 791.00 179,158.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 6,501.41
Task 9 Finalization and Adoption 162 38,937.19 5,255.92 44,163.11 Rincon Consultants 162.00 37,576.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 1,361.19
Travel (airfare, ground trans, lodging) 1,500.00
Citythinkers 3,725.92
Task 10 Community Engagement Meetings 497 110,799.87 33,477 144,256.87 Rincon Consultants 497.00 107,607.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 3,172.87
Printing & Production 4,000.00
Travel (airfare, ground trans, lodging) 3,580.00
KMA 2,598.40
Sherwood Design Engineers 5,800.00
CR Associates 9,686.00
Citythinkers 7,812.60
CRA Direct Costs 2,320 2,320
Project Total 4,843.50 1,114,171.01 555,033.52 1,669,204.53 Contingency 100,000
Project Total with Contingency 4,843.50 1,114,171.01 555,033.52 1,769,204.53 46 • Rincon Consultants, Inc.
Fee Schedule / Cost Proposal
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Effective January 1, 2025
Standard Fee Schedule for Environmental Sciences and Planning Services Professional, Technical and Support Personnel* January 1, 2025 – December 31, 2025 Senior Principal $330
Principal $318
Director $318
Senior Supervisor II $302
Supervisor I $282
Senior Professional II $264
Senior Professional I $246
Professional IV $218
Professional III $203
Professional II $180
Professional I $160
Associate III $135
Associate II $121
Associate I $113
Field Technician $97
Technical Editor $152
Project Accountant $129
Billing Specialist $111
Publishing Specialist $124
Clerical $111
* Professional classifications include environmental scientists, urban planners, biologists, geologists, marine scientists, GHG verifiers, sustainability experts, cultural resources experts, data technology experts, and other professionals. Expert witness services consisting of depositions or in-court testimony are charged at the hourly rate of $400.
Reimbursable Expenses
Direct Cost Rates
Photocopies – B/W $0.25 (single-sided), $0.45 (double-sided) Photocopies – Color $1.55 (single-sided), $3.10 (double-sided) Photocopies – 11” by 17” $0.55 (B/W), $3.40 (color)
Oversized Maps $8.50/square foot
Digital Production $15/CD, $20/flash drive
Light-Duty and Passenger Vehicles* $90/day
4WD and Off-Road Vehicles* $150/day
* Current IRS mileage rate for mileage over 50 and for all miles incurred in employee-owned vehicles.
Direct Costs. Other direct costs associated with the execution of a project, that are not included in the hourly rates above, are billed at cost plus 16%. These may include, but are not limited to, laboratory and drilling services, subcontractor services, authorized travel expenses, permit charges and filing fees, mailings and postage, performance bonds, sample handling and shipment, rental equipment, and vehicles other than covered by the above charges.
Annual Escalation. Standard rates subject to 3.5% annual escalation, on January 1.
Payment Terms. All fees will be billed to Client monthly and shall be due and payable upon receipt or as indicated in the contract provisions for the assignment. Invoices are delinquent if not paid within 10 days from receipt or per the contractually required payment terms.
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Budget
A
Rate Hours Labor Budget Direct
Expense Total Budget
Task 1 Project Management and Schedule 352 89,577 40,410 129,987 Principal 318.00 46.00 14,628.00
Supervisor Planner I 282.00 94.00 26,508.00
Senior Planner II 264.00 88.00 23,232.00
Planner IV 218.00 88.00 19,184.00
Admin Assistant/Billing Specialist 111.00 36.00 3,996.00 Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 0.00 2,029.00
Travel (airfare, ground trans, lodging) 700.00
Vehicle Day Rate 270.00
KMA 9,140.80
Sherwood Design Engineers 2,320.00
CR Associates 19,070.40
Citythinkers 8,908.80
Task 2 Community Engagement 94.50 18,194.59 1,740 19,934.59 Principal 318.00 3.50 1,113.00
Supervisor Planner I 282.00 7.00 1,974.00
Planner IV 218.00 8.00 1,744.00
Planner II 180.00 4.00 720.00
GIS/CADD Specialist II 173.00 22.00 3,806.00
Planner I 160.00 50.00 8,000.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 0.00 837.59
Sherwood Design Engineers 1,740.00
Task 3 Data Collection and Analysis 321 64,066 146,183.20 210,249.20 Principal 318.00 9.00 2,862.00
Supervisor Planner I 282.00 32.00 9,024.00
Planner IV 218.00 60.00 13,080.00
Planner II 180.00 200.00 36,000.00
GIS/CADD Specialist I 155.00 20.00 3,100.00
KMA 41,899.20
Sherwood Design Engineers 42,688.00
CR Associates 50,529.60
Citythinkers 11,066.40
Task 4 Vision and Guiding Principles 55 10,838.48 7,099.20 17,937.68 Principal 318.00 1.00 318.00
Supervisor Planner I 282.00 6.00 1,692.00
Planner II 180.00 40.00 7,200.00
GIS/CADD Specialist II 173.00 8.00 1,384.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 0.00 244.48
Sherwood Design Engineers 1,160.00
Citythinkers 5,939.20
Task 5 Land Use Updates 326 87,234.66 159,199.60 246,434.26 Principal 318.00 36.00 11,448.00
Supervisor Planner I 282.00 70.00 19,740.00
Senior Planner II 264.00 120.00 31,680.00
Senior Planner I 246.00 40.00 9,840.00
GIS/CADD Specialist II 173.00 60.00 10,380.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 0.00 4,146.66
Travel (airfare, ground trans, lodging) 500.00
KMA 33,268.80
Sherwood Design Engineers 35,380.00
CR Associates 69,658.00
Citythinkers 20,392.80
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Rate Hours Labor Budget Direct
Expense Total Budget
Task 6 Draft General Plan Update 903 199,706.88 159,118.60 358,825.48 Director 318.00 7.00 2,226.00
Principal 318.00 39.00 12,402.00
Supervisor Planner I 282.00 102.00 28,764.00
Senior Planner II 264.00 31.00 8,184.00
Planner IV 218.00 192.00 41,856.00
Planner III 203.00 200.00 40,600.00
Senior GIS Specialist 194.00 17.00 3,298.00
Planner II 180.00 230.00 41,400.00
GIS/CADD Specialist II 173.00 45.00 7,785.00
Planner I 160.00 40.00 6,400.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 0.00 6,791.88
Sound Level Field Monitoring Package 565.00
Travel - Mileage 28.00
KMA 19,580.80
Sherwood Design Engineers 32,480.00
CR Associates 48,418.40
Citythinkers 58,046.40
Task 7 Municipal Code Amendments 1,342 309,176.93 260 309,436.93 Principal 318.00 116.00 36,888.00
Senior Data Analyst II 264.00 40.00 10,560.00
Senior Planner II 264.00 204.00 53,856.00
Senior Planner I 246.00 200.00 49,200.00
Planner IV 218.00 350.00 76,300.00
Planner II 180.00 360.00 64,800.00
Technical Editor 152.00 36.00 5,472.00
Production Specialist I 124.00 36.00 4,464.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 0.00 7,636.93
Travel - Mileage 140.00
Travel (airfare, ground trans, lodging) 120.00
Task 8 Environmental Review 791 185,659.41 260 185,659.41 Director 318.00 4.00 1,272.00
Principal 318.00 74.00 23,532.00
Senior Supervisor Biologist II 302.00 2.00 604.00
Sr. Supervising Archaeologist II 302.00 10.00 3,020.00
Senior Supervisor Planner II 302.00 4.00 1,208.00
Supervisor Planner I 282.00 18.00 5,076.00
Senior Planner II 264.00 137.00 36,168.00
Senior Archaeologist I 246.00 2.00 492.00
Senior Planner I 246.00 2.00 492.00
Biologist IV 218.00 8.00 1,744.00
Archaeologist IV 218.00 8.00 1,744.00
Planner IV 218.00 40.00 8,720.00
Archaeologist III 203.00 14.00 2,842.00
Planner III 203.00 404.00 82,012.00
Senior GIS Specialist 194.00 20.00 3,880.00
Data Analyst II 180.00 2.00 360.00
Planner II 180.00 14.00 2,520.00
Production Specialist I 124.00 28.00 3,472.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 0.00 6,501.41
Task 9 Finalization and Adoption 162 38,937.19 5,255.92 44,163.11 Principal 318.00 4.00 1,272.00
Supervisor Planner I 282.00 34.00 9,588.00
Senior Planner II 264.00 34.00 8,976.00
Planner IV 218.00 70.00 15,260.00
Production Specialist I 124.00 20.00 2,480.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 0.00 1,361.19
Travel (airfare, ground trans, lodging) 1,500.00
Citythinkers 3,725.92
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Rate Hours Labor Budget Direct
Expense Total Budget
Task 10 Community Engagement
Meetings
497 110,799.87 33,477 144,256.87
Principal 318.00 14.00 4,452.00
Supervisor Planner I 282.00 116.00 32,712.00
Planner IV 218.00 140.00 30,520.00
Planner II 180.00 160.00 28,800.00
GIS/CADD Specialist II 173.00 31.00 5,363.00
Planner I 160.00 36.00 5,760.00
Rate Escalation Allowance 0.00 0.00 3,172.87
Printing & Production 4,000.00
Travel (airfare, ground trans, lodging) 2,500.00
Vehicle Day Rate 1,080.00
KMA 2,598.40
Sherwood Design Engineers 5,800.00
CR Associates 9,686.00
Citythinkers 7,812.60
CRA Direct Costs 2,320 2,320
CR Associates 2,320.00
Project Total 4,843.50 1,114,171.01 555,033.52 1,669,204.53 Direct Expenses Summary
Printing & Production 4,000.00
Sound Level Field Monitoring Package 565.00
Travel - Mileage 168.00
Travel (airfare, ground trans, lodging) 5,320.00
Vehicle Day Rate 1,350.00
KMA 106,488.00
Sherwood Design Engineers 121,568.00
CR Associates 199,682.40
Citythinkers 115,892.12
Direct Expenses Subtotal 555,033.52
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PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
THIS PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made and entered into this 9th day of September 2025 (hereinafter, the “Effective Date”), by and between the CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK, a municipal corporation (“CITY”) and Rincon Consulting Hereinafter, “CONTRACTOR”). For the purposes of this Agreement CITY and CONTRACTOR may be referred to collectively by the capitalized term “Parties.” The capitalized term “Party” may refer to CITY or CONTRACTOR interchangeably.
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions herein contained, CITY and CONTRACTOR agree as follows:
I. ENGAGEMENT TERMS
1.1 SCOPE OF SERVICES: Subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement and all exhibits attached and incorporated hereto, CONTRACTOR agrees to perform the services and tasks set forth in Exhibit “A” (hereinafter referred to as the “Scope of Services”).
CONTRACTOR further agrees to furnish to CITY all labor, tools, supplies, equipment, services, tasks and incidental and customary work necessary to competently perform and timely complete the services and tasks set forth in the Scope of Services. For the purposes of this Agreement the aforementioned services and tasks set forth in the Scope of Services shall hereinafter be referred to generally by the capitalized term “Work.”
1.2 TERM: This Agreement shall commence on August 9, 2025, to December 31, 2027. It is the CONTRACTOR’S responsibility to request an extension at least (2) days in advance of the expiration of term of the Agreement. Nothing in this Section shall operate to prohibit or otherwise restrict the CITY’s ability to terminate this Agreement at any time for convenience or for cause.
1.3 COMPENSATION:
A. CONTRACTOR shall perform the various services and tasks set forth in the Scope of Services Exhibit “A”.
B. Section 1.3(A) notwithstanding, CONTRACTOR’S total compensation during the Term of this Agreement or any extension term shall not exceed the budgeted aggregate sum of $1,769,204.53 (hereinafter, the “Not-to-Exceed Sum”), unless such added expenditure is first approved by the CITY acting in consultation with the City Manager and the Director of Finance. In the event CONTRACTOR’S charges are projected to exceed the Not-to-Exceed Sum prior to the expiration of the Term or any single extension term, CITY may suspend CONTRACTOR’S performance pending CITY approval of any anticipated expenditures in excess of the Not-to-Exceed Sum or any other CITY-approved amendment to the compensation terms of this Agreement.
1.4 PAYMENT OF COMPENSATION: Following the conclusion of each calendar month, CONTRACTOR shall submit to CITY an itemized invoice indicating the services and tasks ATTACHMENT "B"
performed during the recently concluded calendar month, including services and tasks performed. If the amount of CONTRACTOR’S monthly compensation is a function of hours worked by CONTRACTOR’S personnel, the invoice shall indicate the number of hours worked in the recently concluded calendar month, the persons responsible for performing the Work, the rate of compensation at which such services and tasks were performed, the subtotal for each task and service performed and a grand total for all services performed. Within thirty (30) calendar days of receipt of each invoice, CITY shall notify CONTRACTOR in writing of any disputed amounts included in the invoice. Within forty-five (45) calendar day of receipt of each invoice, CITY shall pay all undisputed amounts included on the invoice. CITY shall not withhold applicable taxes or other authorized deductions from payments made to CONTRACTOR.
1.5 ACCOUNTING RECORDS: CONTRACTOR shall maintain complete and accurate records with respect to all matters covered under this Agreement during and for a period of three (3) years after the expiration or termination of this Agreement. CITY shall have the right to access and examine such records, without charge. CITY shall further have the right to audit such records, to make transcripts therefrom and to inspect all program data, documents, proceedings, and activities. The City shall own all accounting records maintained by the CONTRACTOR.
1.6 ABANDONMENT BY CONTRACTOR: In the event CONTRACTOR ceases to perform the Work agreed to under this Agreement or otherwise abandons the undertaking contemplated herein prior to the expiration of this Agreement or prior to completion of any or all tasks set forth in the Scope of Services, CONTRACTOR shall deliver to CITY immediately and without delay, all materials, records and other work product prepared or obtained by CONTRACTOR in the performance of this Agreement. Furthermore, CONTRACTOR shall only be compensated for the reasonable value of the services, tasks and other work performed up to the time of cessation or abandonment, less a deduction for any damages, costs or additional expenses which CITY may incur as a result of CONTRACTOR’S cessation or abandonment.
II. PERFORMANCE OF AGREEMENT
2.1 CITY’S REPRESENTATIVES: The CITY hereby designates the City Manager and Interim Director of Community Development (hereinafter, the “CITY Representatives”) to act as its representatives for the performance of this Agreement. The City Manager shall be the chief CITY Representative. The CITY Representatives or their designee shall act on behalf of the CITY for all purposes under this Agreement. CONTRACTOR shall not accept directions or orders from any person other than the CITY Representatives or their designee.
2.2 CONTRACTOR REPRESENTATIVE AND CONTACT INFORMATION:
CONTRACTOR hereby designates or designee to act as its representative for the performance of this Agreement (hereinafter, “CONTRACTOR Representative”). CONTRACTOR Representative shall have full authority to represent and act on behalf of the CONTRACTOR for all purposes under this Agreement. CONTRACTOR Representative or his designee shall supervise and direct the performance of the Work, using his best skill and attention, and shall be responsible for all means, methods, techniques, sequences and procedures and for the satisfactory coordination of all portions of the Work under this Agreement. Notice to the CONTRACTOR Representative shall constitute notice to CONTRACTOR.
2.3 COORDINATION OF SERVICE; CONFORMANCE WITH REQUIREMENTS: CONTRACTOR agrees to work closely with CITY staff in the performance of the Work and this Agreement and shall be available to CITY staff and the CITY Representatives at all reasonable times. All work prepared by CONTRACTOR shall be subject to inspection and approval by CITY Representatives or their designees.
2.4 STANDARD OF CARE; PERFORMANCE OF EMPLOYEES: CONTRACTOR represents, acknowledges and agrees to the following:
A. CONTRACTOR shall perform all Work skillfully, competently and to the highest standards of CONTRACTOR’S profession;
B. CONTRACTOR shall perform all Work in a manner reasonably satisfactory to the CITY; C. CONTRACTOR shall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws and regulations, including the conflict of interest provisions of Government Code section 1090 and the Political Reform Act (Government Code section 81000 et seq.); D. CONTRACTOR understands the nature and scope of the Work to be performed under this Agreement as well as any and all schedules of performance; E. All of CONTRACTOR’S employees and agents possess sufficient skill, knowledge, training and experience to perform those services and tasks assigned to them by CONTRACTOR; and
F. All of CONTRACTOR’S employees and agents (including but not limited SUBCONTRACTOR) possess all licenses, permits, certificates, qualifications and approvals of whatever nature that are legally required to perform the tasks and services contemplated under this Agreement and all such licenses, permits, certificates, qualifications and approvals shall be maintained throughout the term of this Agreement and made available to CITY for copying and inspection.
The Parties acknowledge and agree that CONTRACTOR shall perform, at CONTRACTOR’S own cost and expense and without any reimbursement from CITY, any services necessary to correct any errors or omissions caused by CONTRACTOR’S failure to comply with the standard of care set forth under this Section or by any like failure on the part of CONTRACTOR’S employees, agents, and SUB-CONTRACTOR. Such effort by CONTRACTOR to correct any errors or omissions shall be commenced immediately upon their discovery by either Party and shall be completed within seven (7) calendar days from the date of discovery or such other extended period of time authorized by the CITY Representatives in writing and in their sole and absolute discretion. The Parties acknowledge and agree that CITY’S acceptance of any work performed by CONTRACTOR or on CONTRACTOR’S behalf shall not constitute a release of any deficiency or delay in performance. The Parties further acknowledge, understand and agree that CITY has relied upon the foregoing representations of CONTRACTOR, including but not limited to the representation that CONTRACTOR possesses the skills, training, knowledge and experience necessary to perform the Work skillfully, competently and to the highest standards of CONTRACTOR’S profession.
2.5 ASSIGNMENT: The skills, training, knowledge and experience of CONTRACTOR are material to CITY’s willingness to enter into this Agreement. Accordingly, CITY has an interest in the qualifications and capabilities of the person(s) who will perform the services and tasks to be undertaken by CONTRACTOR or on behalf of CONTRACTOR in the performance of this Agreement. In recognition of this interest, CONTRACTOR agrees that it shall not assign or transfer, either directly or indirectly or by operation of law, this Agreement or the performance of any of CONTRACTOR’S duties or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of CITY. In the absence of CITY’S prior written consent, any attempted assignment or transfer shall be ineffective, null and void and shall constitute a material breach of this Agreement.
2.6 CONTROL AND PAYMENT OF SUBORDINATES; INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: The Work shall be performed by CONTRACTOR or under CONTRACTOR’S strict supervision.
CONTRACTOR will determine the means, methods and details of performing the Work subject to the requirements of this Agreement. CITY retains CONTRACTOR on an independent CONTRACTOR basis and not as an employee. CONTRACTOR reserves the right to perform similar or different services for other principals during the term of this Agreement, provided such work does not unduly interfere with CONTRACTOR’S competent and timely performance of the Work contemplated under this Agreement and provided the performance of such services does not result in the unauthorized disclosure of CITY’s confidential or proprietary information. Any additional personnel performing the Work under this Agreement on behalf of CONTRACTOR are not employees of CITY and shall at all times be under CONTRACTOR’S exclusive direction and control.
CONTRACTOR shall pay all wages, salaries and other amounts due such personnel and shall assume responsibility for all benefits, payroll taxes, Social Security and Medicare payments and the like. CONTRACTOR shall be responsible for all reports and obligations respecting such additional personnel, including, but not limited to: Social Security taxes, income tax withholding, unemployment insurance, disability insurance, workers’ compensation insurance and the like.
2.7 REMOVAL OF EMPLOYEES OR AGENTS: If any of CONTRACTOR’S officers, employees, agents, or SUB-CONTRACTOR is determined by the CITY Representatives to be uncooperative, incompetent, a threat to the adequate or timely performance of the tasks assigned to CONTRACTOR, a threat to persons or property, or if any of CONTRACTOR’S officers, employees, agents, or SUBCONTRACTOR fail or refuse to perform the Work in a manner acceptable to the CITY, such officer, employee, agent, or SUB-CONTRACTOR shall be promptly removed by CONTRACTOR and shall not be reassigned to perform any of the Work.
2.8 COMPLIANCE WITH LAWS: CONTRACTOR shall keep itself informed of and in compliance with all applicable federal, state or local laws to the extent such laws control or otherwise govern the performance of the Work. CONTRACTOR’S compliance with applicable laws shall include without limitation compliance with all applicable Cal/OSHA requirements.
2.9 NON-DISCRIMINATION: In the performance of this Agreement, CONTRACTOR shall not discriminate against any employee, CONTRACTOR, or applicant for employment because of race, color, creed, religion, sex, marital status, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition.
2.10. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR STATUS: The Parties acknowledge, understand and agree that CONTRACTOR and all persons retained or employed by CONTRACTOR are, and shall at all times remain, wholly independent CONTRACTOR and are not officials, officers, employees, departments or subdivisions of CITY. CONTRACTOR shall be solely responsible for the negligent acts and/or omissions of its employees, agents, CONTRACTOR and SUBCONTRACTOR. CONTRACTOR and all persons retained or employed by CONTRACTOR shall have no authority, express or implied, to bind CITY in any manner, nor to incur any obligation, debt or liability of any kind on behalf of, or against, CITY, whether by CONTRACTOR or otherwise, unless such authority is expressly conferred to CONTRACTOR under this Agreement or is otherwise expressly conferred by CITY in writing.
III. INSURANCE
3.1 DUTY TO PROCURE AND MAINTAIN INSURANCE: Prior to the beginning of and throughout the duration of the Work, CONTRACTOR will procure and maintain policies of insurance that meet the requirements and specifications set forth under this Article. CONTRACTOR shall procure and maintain the following insurance coverage, at its own expense:
A. Commercial General Liability Insurance: CONTRACTOR shall procure and maintain Commercial General Liability Insurance (“CGL Coverage”) as broad as Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability coverage (Occurrence Form CG 0001) or its equivalent. Such CGL Coverage shall have minimum limits of no less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) per occurrence and Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) in the general aggregate for bodily injury, personal injury, property damage, operations, products and completed operations, and CONTRACTOR dual liability.
B. Automobile Liability Insurance: CONTRACTOR shall procure and maintain Automobile Liability Insurance as broad as Insurance Services Office Form Number CA 0001 covering Automobile Liability, Code 1 (any auto). Such Automobile Liability Insurance shall have minimum limits of no less than Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) per accident for bodily injury and property damage.
C. Workers’ Compensation Insurance / Employer’s Liability Insurance: A policy of workers’ compensation insurance in such amount as will fully comply with the laws of the State of California and which shall indemnify, insure and provide legal defense for both CONTRACTOR and CITY against any loss, claim or damage arising from any injuries or occupational diseases occurring to any worker employed by or any persons retained by CONTRACTOR in the course of carrying out the Work contemplated in this Agreement.
3.2 ADDITIONAL INSURED REQUIREMENTS: The CGL Coverage and the Automobile Liability Insurance shall contain an endorsement naming the CITY and CITY’S elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers as additional insureds.
3.3 REQUIRED CARRIER RATING: All varieties of insurance required under this Agreement shall be procured from insurers admitted in the State of California and authorized to issue policies directly to California insureds. Except as otherwise provided elsewhere under this Article, all required insurance shall be procured from insurers who, according to the latest edition of the Best’s Insurance Guide, have an A.M. Best’s rating of no less than A: VII. CITY may also accept policies procured by insurance carriers with a Standard & Poor’s rating of no less than BBB according to the latest published edition the Standard & Poor’s rating guide. As to Workers’ Compensation Insurance/ Employer’s Liability Insurance, the CITY Representatives are authorized to authorize lower ratings than those set forth in this Section.
3.4 PRIMACY OF CONTRACTOR’S INSURANCE: All policies of insurance provided by CONTRACTOR shall be primary to any coverage available to CITY or CITY’S elected or appointed officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by CITY or CITY’S elected or appointed officials, officers, employees, agents or volunteers shall be in excess of CONTRACTOR’S insurance and shall not contribute with it.
3.5 WAIVER OF SUBROGATION: All insurance coverage provided pursuant to this Agreement shall not prohibit CONTRACTOR officers, employees, agents, CONTRACTOR or SUBCONTRACTOR from waiving the right of subrogation prior to a loss. CONTRACTOR hereby waives all rights of subrogation against CITY.
3.6 VERIFICATION OF COVERAGE: CONTRACTOR acknowledges, understands and agrees, that CITY’S ability to verify the procurement and maintenance of the insurance required under this Article is critical to safeguarding CITY’S financial well-being and, indirectly, the collective well-being of the residents of the CITY. Accordingly, CONTRACTOR warrants, represents and agrees that it shall furnish CITY with original certificates of insurance and endorsements evidencing the coverage required under this Article on forms satisfactory to CITY in its sole and absolute discretion. The certificates of insurance and endorsements for each insurance policy shall be signed by a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf and shall be on forms provided by the CITY if requested. All certificates of insurance and endorsements shall be received and approved by CITY as a condition precedent to CONTRACTOR’S commencement of any work or any of the Work. Upon CITY’S written request, CONTRACTOR shall also provide CITY with certified copies of all required insurance policies and endorsements.
IV. INDEMNIFICATION
4.1 The Parties agree that CITY and CITY’S elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers (hereinafter, the “CITY Indemnitees”) should, to the fullest extent permitted by law, be protected from any and all loss, injury, damage, claim, lawsuit, cost, expense, attorneys’ fees, litigation costs, or any other cost arising out of or in any way related to the performance of this Agreement. Accordingly, the provisions of this indemnity provision are intended by the Parties to be interpreted and construed to provide the CITY Indemnitees with the fullest protection possible under the law. CONTRACTOR acknowledges that CITY would not enter into this Agreement in the absence of CONTRACTOR’S commitment to indemnify, defend and protect CITY as set forth herein.
4.2 To the fullest extent permitted by law, CONTRACTOR shall indemnify, hold harmless and defend the CITY Indemnitees from and against all liability, loss, damage, expense, cost (including without limitation reasonable attorneys’ fees, expert fees and all other costs and fees of litigation) of every nature arising out of or in connection with CONTRACTOR’S performance of work hereunder or its failure to comply with any of its obligations contained in this Agreement.
4.3 CITY shall have the right to offset against the amount of any compensation due CONTRACTOR under this Agreement any amount due CITY from CONTRACTOR as a result of CONTRACTOR’S failure to pay CITY promptly any indemnification arising under this Article and related to CONTRACTOR’S failure to either (i) pay taxes on amounts received pursuant to this Agreement or (ii) comply with applicable workers’ compensation laws.
4.4 The obligations of CONTRACTOR under this Article will not be limited by the provisions of any workers’ compensation act or similar act. CONTRACTOR expressly waives its statutory immunity under such statutes or laws as to CITY and CITY’S elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers.
4.5 CONTRACTOR agrees to obtain executed indemnity agreements with provisions identical to those set forth here in this Article from each and every CONTRACTOR or any other person or entity involved by, for, with or on behalf of CONTRACTOR in the performance of this Agreement. In the event CONTRACTOR fails to obtain such indemnity obligations from others as required herein, CONTRACTOR agrees to be fully responsible and indemnify, hold harmless and defend CITY and CITY’S elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers from and against any and all claims and losses, costs or expenses for any damage due to death or injury to any person and injury to any property resulting from any alleged intentional, reckless, negligent, or otherwise wrongful acts, errors or omissions of CONTRACTOR’S, SUB-CONTRACTOR or any other person or entity involved by, for, with or on behalf of CONTRACTOR in the performance of this Agreement. Such costs and expenses shall include reasonable attorneys’ fees incurred by counsel of CITY’S choice.
4.6 CITY does not, and shall not, waive any rights that it may possess against CONTRACTOR because of the acceptance by CITY, or the deposit with CITY, of any insurance policy or certificate required pursuant to this Agreement. This hold harmless and indemnification provision shall apply regardless of whether or not any insurance policies are determined to be applicable to the claim, demand, damage, liability, loss, cost or expense.
4.7 This Article and all provisions contained herein (including but not limited to the duty to indemnify, defend and hold free and harmless) shall survive the termination or normal expiration of this Agreement and is in addition to any other rights or remedies which the CITY may have at law or in equity.
V. TERMINATION
5.1 TERMINATION WITHOUT CAUSE: CITY may terminate this Agreement at any time for convenience and without cause by giving CONTRACTOR a minimum of five (5) calendar day’s prior written notice of CITY’S intent to terminate this Agreement. Upon such termination for convenience, CONTRACTOR shall be compensated only for those services and tasks which have been performed by CONTRACTOR up to the effective date of the termination.
CONTRACTOR may not terminate this Agreement except for cause as provided under Section
5.2, below. If this Agreement is terminated as provided herein, CITY may require CONTRACTOR to provide all finished or unfinished Documents and Data, as defined in Section
6.1 below, and other information of any kind prepared by CONTRACTOR in connection with the performance of the Work. CONTRACTOR shall be required to provide such Documents and Data within fifteen (15) calendar days of CITY’S written request. No actual or asserted breach of this Agreement on the part of CITY pursuant to Section 5.2, below, shall operate to prohibit or otherwise restrict CITY’S ability to terminate this Agreement for convenience as provided under this Section.
5.2 EVENTS OF DEFAULT; BREACH OF AGREEMENT:
A. In the event either Party fails to perform any duty, obligation, service or task set forth under this Agreement (or fails to timely perform or properly perform any such duty, obligation, service or task set forth under this Agreement), an event of default (hereinafter, “Event of Default”) shall occur. For all Events of Default, the Party alleging an Event of Default shall give written notice to the defaulting Party (hereinafter referred to as a “Default Notice”) which shall specify: (i) the nature of the Event of Default; (ii) the action required to cure the Event of Default; (iii) a date by which the Event of Default shall be cured, which shall not be less than the applicable cure period set forth under Sections 5.2.B and 5.2C below or if a cure is not reasonably possible within the applicable cure period, to begin such cure and diligently prosecute such cure to completion. The Event of Default shall constitute a breach of this Agreement if the defaulting Party fails to cure the Event of Default within the applicable cure period or any extended cure period allowed under this Agreement.
B. CONTRACTOR shall cure the following Events of Defaults within the following time periods:
i. Within three (3) business days of CITY’S issuance of a Default Notice for any failure of CONTRACTOR to timely provide CITY or CITY’S employees or agents with any information and/or written reports, documentation or work product which CONTRACTOR is obligated to provide to CITY or CITY’S employees or agents under this Agreement.
Prior to the expiration of the 3-day cure period, CONTRACTOR may submit a written request for additional time to cure the Event of Default upon a showing that CONTRACTOR has commenced efforts to cure the Event of Default and that the Event of Default cannot be reasonably cured within the 3-day cure period. The foregoing notwithstanding, CITY shall be under no obligation to grant additional time for the cure of an Event of Default under this Section 5.2 B.i. that exceeds seven (7) calendar days from the end of the initial 3-day cure period; or
ii. Within fourteen (14) calendar days of CITY’S issuance of a Default Notice for any other Event of Default under this Agreement. Prior to the expiration of the 14-day cure period, CONTRACTOR may submit a written request for additional time to cure the Event of Default upon a showing that CONTRACTOR has commenced efforts to cure the Event of Default and that the Event of Default cannot be reasonably cured within the 14-day cure period. The foregoing notwithstanding, CITY shall be under no obligation to grant additional time for the cure of an Event of Default under this Section 5.2B.ii that exceeds thirty (30) calendar days from the end of the initial 14-day cure period.
In addition to any other failure on the part of CONTRACTOR to perform any duty, obligation, service or task set forth under this Agreement (or the failure to timely perform or properly perform any such duty, obligation, service or task), an Event of Default on the part of CONTRACTOR shall include, but shall not be limited to the following: (i) CONTRACTOR’S refusal or failure to perform any of the services or tasks called for under the Scope of Services; (ii) CONTRACTOR’S failure to fulfill or perform its obligations under this Agreement within the specified time or if no time is specified, within a reasonable time; (iii) CONTRACTOR’S and/or its employees’ disregard or violation of any federal, state, local law, rule, procedure or regulation; (iv) the initiation of proceedings under any bankruptcy, insolvency, receivership, reorganization, or similar legislation as relates to CONTRACTOR, whether voluntary of involuntary; (v) CONTRACTOR’S refusal or failure to perform or observe any covenant, condition, obligation or provision of this Agreement; and/or (vii) CITY’S discovery that a statement representation or warranty by CONTRACTOR relating to this Agreement is false, misleading or erroneous in any material respect.
C. CITY shall cure any Event of Default asserted by CONTRACTOR within forty-five (45) calendar days of CONTRACTOR’S issuance of a Default Notice, unless the Event of Default cannot reasonably be cured within the 45-day cure period. Prior to the expiration of the 45-day cure period, CITY may submit a written request for additional time to cure the Event of Default upon a showing that CITY has commenced its efforts to cure the Event of Default and that the Event of Default cannot be reasonably cured within the 45-day cure period. The foregoing notwithstanding, an Event of Default dealing with CITY’S failure to timely pay any undisputed sums to CONTRACTOR as provided under Section 1.4, above, shall be cured by CITY within five (5) calendar days from the date of CONTRACTOR’S Default Notice to CITY.
D. CITY, in its sole and absolute discretion, may also immediately suspend CONTRACTOR’S performance under this Agreement pending CONTRACTOR’S cure of any Event of Default by giving CONTRACTOR written notice of CITY’S intent to suspend CONTRACTOR’S performance (hereinafter, a “Suspension Notice”). CITY may issue the Suspension Notice at any time upon the occurrence of an Event of Default. Upon such suspension, CONTRACTOR shall be compensated only for those services and tasks which have been rendered by CONTRACTOR to the reasonable satisfaction of CITY up to the effective date of the suspension. No actual or asserted breach of this Agreement on the part of CITY shall operate to prohibit or otherwise restrict CITY’S ability to suspend this Agreement as provided herein.
E. No waiver of any Event of Default or breach under this Agreement shall constitute a waiver of any other or subsequent Event of Default or breach. No waiver, benefit, privilege, or service voluntarily given or performed by a Party shall give the other Party any contractual rights by custom, estoppel, or otherwise.
F. The duties and obligations imposed under this Agreement and the rights and remedies available hereunder shall be in addition to and not a limitation of any duties, obligations, rights and remedies otherwise imposed or available by law. In addition to any other remedies available to CITY at law or under this Agreement in the event of any breach of this Agreement, CITY, in its sole and absolute discretion, may also pursue any one or more of the following remedies:
i. Upon written notice to CONTRACTOR, CITY may immediately terminate this Agreement in whole or in part;
ii. Upon written notice to CONTRACTOR, CITY may extend the time of performance;
iii. CITY may proceed by appropriate court action to enforce the terms of the Agreement to recover damages for CONTRACTOR’S breach of the Agreement or to terminate the Agreement; or
iv. CITY may exercise any other available and lawful right or remedy.
CONTRACTOR shall be liable for all legal fees plus other costs and expenses that CITY incurs upon a breach of this Agreement or in the CITY’S exercise of its remedies under this Agreement.
G. In the event CITY is in breach of this Agreement, CONTRACTOR’S sole remedy shall be the suspension or termination of this Agreement and/or the recovery of any unpaid sums lawfully owed to CONTRACTOR under this Agreement for completed services and tasks.
5.3 SCOPE OF WAIVER: No waiver of any default or breach under this Agreement shall constitute a waiver of any other default or breach, whether of the same or other covenant, warranty, agreement, term, condition, duty or requirement contained in this Agreement. No waiver, benefit, privilege, or service voluntarily given or performed by a Party shall give the other Party any contractual rights by custom, estoppel, or otherwise.
5.4 SURVIVING ARTICLES, SECTIONS AND PROVISIONS: The termination of this Agreement pursuant to any provision of this Article or by normal expiration of its term or any extension thereto shall not operate to terminate any Article, Section or provision contained herein which provides that it shall survive the termination or normal expiration of this Agreement.
VI. MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS
6.1 DOCUMENTS & DATA; LICENSING OF INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY: All Documents and Data shall be and remain the property of CITY without restriction or limitation upon their use or dissemination by CITY. For purposes of this Agreement, the term “Documents and Data” means and includes all reports, analyses, correspondence, plans, drawings, designs, renderings, specifications, notes, summaries, strategies, charts, schedules, spreadsheets, calculations, lists, data compilations, documents or other materials developed and/or assembled by or on behalf of CONTRACTOR in the performance of this Agreement and fixed in any tangible medium of expression, including but not limited to Documents and Data stored digitally, magnetically and/or electronically. This Agreement creates, at no cost to CITY, a perpetual license for CITY to copy, use, reuse, disseminate and/or retain any and all copyrights, designs, and other intellectual property embodied in all Documents and Data. CONTRACTOR shall require all SUB-CONTRACTORS working on behalf of CONTRACTOR in the performance of this Agreement to agree in writing that CITY shall be granted the same right to copy, use, reuse, disseminate and retain Documents and Data prepared or assembled by any CONTRACTOR as applies to Documents and Data prepared by CONTRACTOR in the performance of this Agreement.
6.2 CONFIDENTIALITY: All data, documents, discussion, or other information developed or received by CONTRACTOR or provided for performance of this Agreement are deemed confidential and shall not be disclosed by CONTRACTOR without prior written consent by CITY. CITY shall grant such consent if disclosure is legally required. Upon request, all CITY data shall be returned to CITY upon the termination or expiration of this Agreement.
CONTRACTOR shall not use CITY’S name or insignia, photographs, or any publicity pertaining to the Work in any magazine, trade paper, newspaper, television or radio production or other similar medium without the prior written consent of CITY.
6.3 FALSE CLAIMS ACT: CONTRACTOR warrants and represents that neither CONTRACTOR nor any person who is an officer of, in a managing position with, or has an ownership interest in CONTRACTOR has been determined by a court or tribunal of competent jurisdiction to have violated the False Claims Act, 31 U.S.C., section 3789 et seq. and the California False Claims Act, Government Code section 12650 et seq.
6.4 NOTICES: All notices permitted or required under this Agreement shall be given to the respective Parties at the following addresses, or at such other address as the respective Parties may provide in writing for this purpose:
CITY:
City of Huntington Park
Community Development Department
6550 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, CA 90255
CONTRACTOR:
Rincon Consultants Inc.
250 E 1
st Street, Suite 1400
Kimiko Lizardi, Principal
Phone: (760) 918-9444
Attn: Ricardo Reyes, City Manager
Phone: (323) 582-6161
Such notices shall be deemed effective when personally delivered or successfully transmitted by facsimile as evidenced by a fax confirmation slip or when mailed, forty-eight (48) hours after deposit with the United States Postal Service, first class postage prepaid and addressed to the Party at its applicable address.
6.5 COOPERATION; FURTHER ACTS: The Parties shall fully cooperate with one another and shall take any additional acts or sign any additional documents as is reasonably necessary, appropriate or convenient to achieve the purposes of this Agreement.
6.6 SUBCONTRACTING: CONTRACTOR shall not SUB-CONTRACTOR any portion of the Work required by this Agreement, except as expressly stated herein, without the prior written approval of CITY. SUB-CONTRACTORS (including without limitation SUB-CONTRACTORS with SubCONTRACTOR’S), if any, shall contain a provision making them subject to all provisions stipulated in this Agreement, including provisions relating to insurance requirements and indemnification.
6.7 CITY’S RIGHT TO EMPLOY OTHER CONTRACTOR: CITY reserves the right to employ other CONTRACTOR in connection with the various projects worked upon by CONTRACTOR.
6.8 PROHIBITED INTERESTS: CONTRACTOR warrants, represents and maintains that it has not employed nor retained any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for CONTRACTOR, to solicit or secure this Agreement. Further, CONTRACTOR warrants and represents that it has not paid nor has it agreed to pay any company or person, other than a bona fide employee working solely for CONTRACTOR, any fee, commission, percentage, brokerage fee, gift or other consideration contingent upon or resulting from the award or making of this Agreement. For breach or violation of this warranty, CITY shall have the right to rescind this Agreement without liability. For the term of this Agreement, no member, officer or employee of CITY, during the term of his or her service with CITY, shall have any direct interest in this Agreement, or obtain any present or anticipated material benefit arising therefrom.
6.9 TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE: Time is of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement.
6.10 GOVERNING LAW AND VENUE: This Agreement shall be interpreted and governed according to the laws of the State of California. In the event of litigation between the Parties, venue, without exception, shall be in the Los Angeles County Superior Court of the State of California.
If, and only if, applicable law requires that all or part of any such litigation be tried exclusively in federal court, venue, without exception, shall be in the Central District of California located in the City of Los Angeles, California.
6.11 ATTORNEYS’ FEES: If either Party commences an action against the other Party, either legal, administrative or otherwise, arising out of or in connection with this Agreement, the prevailing Party in such litigation shall be entitled to have and recover from the losing Party reasonable attorneys’ fees and all other costs of such action.
6.12 SUCCESSORS AND ASSIGNS: This Agreement shall be binding on the successors and assigns of the Parties.
6.13 NO THIRD-PARTY BENEFIT: There are no intended third-party beneficiaries of any right or obligation assumed by the Parties. All rights and benefits under this Agreement inure exclusively to the Parties.
6.14 CONSTRUCTION OF AGREEMENT: This Agreement shall not be construed in favor of, or against, either Party but shall be construed as if the Parties prepared this Agreement together through a process of negotiation and with the advice of their respective attorneys.
6.15 SEVERABILITY: If any portion of this Agreement is declared invalid, illegal, or otherwise unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.
6.16 AMENDMENT; MODIFICATION: No amendment, modification or supplement of this Agreement shall be valid or binding unless executed in writing and signed by both Parties, subject to CITY approval. The requirement for written amendments, modifications or supplements cannot be waived and any attempted waiver shall be void and invalid.
6.17 CAPTIONS: The captions of the various articles, sections and paragraphs are for convenience and ease of reference only, and do not define, limits, augment, or describe the scope, content, or intent of this Agreement.
6.18 INCONSISTENCIES OR CONFLICTS: In the event of any conflict or inconsistency between the provisions of this Agreement and any of the exhibits attached hereto, the provisions of this Agreement shall control.
6.19 ENTIRE AGREEMENT: This Agreement including all attached exhibits is the entire, complete, final and exclusive expression of the Parties with respect to the matters addressed herein and supersedes all other agreements or understandings, whether oral or written, or entered into between CITY and CONTRACTOR prior to the execution of this Agreement. No statements, representations or other agreements, whether oral or written, made by any Party which are not embodied herein shall be valid or binding. No amendment, modification or supplement to this Agreement shall be valid and binding unless in writing and duly executed by the Parties pursuant to Section 6.15, above.
6.20 COUNTERPARTS: This Agreement shall be executed in three (3) original counterparts each of which shall be of equal force and effect. No handwritten or typewritten amendment, modification or supplement to any one counterpart(s) shall be valid or binding unless made to all three counterparts in conformity with Section 6.16, above. One fully executed original counterpart shall be delivered to CONTRACTOR and the remaining two original counterparts shall be retained by CITY.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed the day and year first appearing in this Agreement, above.
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK: RINCON CONSULTANTS INC.:
By: Ricardo Reyes By:
City Manager
Date: Date:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By: City Attorney
City of Huntington Park
Project Participation Report for Project RFP - Comprehensive General Plan and Code Update ATTACHMENT "C" Issued on 07/14/2025 Bid Due on August 13, 2025 2:00 PM (PDT)
Exported on 08/13/2025
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AECOM X 0 X X
AMG & Associates, Inc. X 0 X X
Advanced Avant Garde Corporation X 0 X X X X X X X
Aleph BuildingConstruction X 0 X X X
Ally Construction Services X 0
Ardurra Group, Inc. X 0
Aztecs Telecom, Inc X 0 X
BDO USA X 0 X X
Bender Rosenthal, Inc. X 0 X X
Bowman Consulting Group Ltd. X 0 X X X X
Buro Happold Consulting Engineers, Inc. X 0 X X
C2PM X 0 X X X X X X X X X X
CALSTART, INC. X 0 X X
CLMI Group, LLC X 0 X X X X X X
California Consulting Inc. X 0 X X
Chen Ryan Associates, Inc. X X X 0 X X
Cities and People Partners X 0 X X X
City Fabrick X 0 X X
Citygate Associates, LLC X 0 X
Clark Construction Group X 0 X
Columbia Telecommunication Corporation X 0 X X X
Construction Management Partners Group, Inc. X 0 X X
Crowe LLP X 0 X X
Cumming Group X 0 X X
Data-Sleek X 0 X X
EN Engineering X 0 X
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Fehr and Peers X 0 X X
Finley Engineering X 0 X
Fixity Technologies LLC X 0 X X X
GCAP Services, Inc. X 0 X X X X X X
GRC Associates, Inc X 0 X X
Gateway Science & Engineering, Inc X 0 X X
Global Urban Strategies, Inc. X 0 X X X X X X X X X X
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Guidehouse Inc X 0 X
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ICS, Intelesys Inc. X 0 X
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Interwest X 0 X
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J Squared Consulting X 0 X X
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Mas Moving & Associated Services X 0 X X
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Program Description
ATTACHMENT "D"
HUNTINGTON PARK
IMPLEMENTATION
PROGRAMS
The City's Community Development Department shall publish an annual report on the status of the implementation of the Environmental Justice Element policies and programs as part of the General Plan Annual Report. The Environmental Justice Advisory Committee shall review the Environmental Justice component of the General Plan Annual Report to ensure continued efforts towards policy implementation.
Establish vegetative barriers or green wall barriers in the following locations to protect sensitive land uses from pollution impacts by the year 2024: Salt Lake Avenue, Florence Avenue, Randolph Street, Gage Avenue, Miles Avenue.
Develop a low emissions fleet vehicle plan by the year 2026, with a goal of reducing City vehicle emissions and identifying funding resources, including State-sponsored funding and other grant initiatives to support this effort.
Facilitate all updates and amendments to the water system as outlined within the City's 2020 Urban Water Management Plan.
Starting in the year 2023, perform an annual audit of existing park facilities to identify specific improvements and upgrades to be prioritized over the next fiscal year. Publish audit in both English and Spanish to the City's webpage.
By the end of 2025, the Community Development Department shall establish an Air Filtration Grant as part of the future Safe-at Home Grant Program, to provide low-income residents with access to in-home HEPA air filters at little-to-no-cost.
By the end of 2025, the Community Development Department shall establish a Safe-At-Home grant program that provides funding to lower-income residents for home maintenance and upgrades necessary to reduce impacts from pollution exposure, including but not limited to, lead-based paint mitigation, asbestos mitigation, and air pollution.
The City will continue to operate the rehabilitation programs listed below. To continue program operation, the City will allocate CDBG and HOME funding to the Minor Home Repair Program and Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program, and will seek additional funding to assist more households. • The Lead Hazard Control Program provides grants for lead hazard remediation. • The Minor Home Repair Program (owner-occupied properties) is a CDBG funded program allowing lower-income homeowners the opportunity to make repairs and improvements. • The HOME-funded Owner-Occupied Rehabilitation Program offers grants to qualified low- to moderate-income homeowners.
• The Cal Home Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Program will provide loans for lower-income households for home repairs necessary to eliminate blight for critical disadvantaged communities.
By 2024, the City's Community Develop Department will reinstate a First-Time Homebuyers Program using HOME funds and other grant funding. The City shall promote this program by:
• Establishing parameters for the First-Time Homebuyer Program, • Preparing multi-lingual informational documents,
• Advertise program by posting informational documents on the city website, providing the documents in general public information areas throughout City Hall, and periodic advertising in the city newsletter.
The City's Community Development Department will operate a Mortgage Assistance program for lower-income homebuyers using Cal Home funds. The City shall promote this program by:
• Preparing multi-lingual informational documents,
• Advertising the program by posting informational documents on the city website, providing the documents in public information areas throughout City Hall, and periodic advertising in the city newsletter; and • Conducting workshops with community-based organizations.
Coordinate with all solid waste and hazardous waste operators that are non-compliant, in-violation, or undergoing existing mitigation, to facilitate a resolution to existing issues and establish interim strategies for insulating the community from impacts.
Starting in 2023, the Community Development Department shall develop a report identifying solid waste and hazardous waste operations that are non-compliant, in-violation, or undergoing existing mitigation. This report shall be published on the City's webpage for public consumption in English and Spanish.
ITEM 3
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL TO AWARD A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT FOR WATER SERVICE OPERATIONS
September 9, 2025