CITY COUNCIL MEETING AGENDA
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CITY OF
HUNTINGTON PARK
City Council
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Tuesday, September 8th, 2026
6:00 p.m.
Raul Perez Park
6208 Alameda Street,
Huntington Park, CA 90255
Eduardo “Eddie” Martinez
Mayor
Jonathan A. Sanabria Arturo Flores
Vice Mayor Council Member
Karina Macias Nancy Martiz
Council Member Council Member
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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 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.
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• 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 sessions, 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 should 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.
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IMPORTANT NOTICE
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Mayor Eduardo “Eddie” Martinez
Vice Mayor Jonathan A. Sanabria
Council Member Arturo Flores
Council Member Karina Macias
Council Member Nancy Martiz
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
COMMUNITY PRESENTATION(S) AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
1. NONE
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.
STAFF RESPONSE
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 matters 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. Special City Council Meeting on August 25, 2026
2. Regular City Council Meeting on August 25, 2026
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FINANCE
2. WARRANT REGISTERS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Approve Accounts Payable and Payroll Warrant(s) dated September 3, 2026
3. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2026-08 AMENDING
THE HUNTINGTON PARK MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING THE APPOINTMENT,
DUTIES, COMPENSATION, AND AT-WILL STATUS OF THE CITY CLERK IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Adopt Ordinance No. 2026-08, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park, California, Amending the Huntington Park Municipal Code Concerning the Appointment, Duties, Compensation, and At-Will Status of the City Clerk.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
POLICE DEPARTMENT
1. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL FOR ACCEPTANCE OF FY 2026- 27 CANABIS TAX FUND GRANT PROGRAM (CTFGP) AND APPROPRIATION OF
FUNDS FOR THE PURCHASE OF QUALIFYING EQUIPMENT AND OPERATIONS IT IS RECOMMENDED THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-XX accepting a grant award in the amount of $404,846.00 from the FY 2026–27 State of California, California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP); and
2. Authorize the City Manager to be designated as the Grantee Official for the purpose of executing grant objectives, grant agreement, amendments, and documentation; and
3. Appropriate the amount of $404,846.00 in the City's FY 2026-27 budget for purchase of authorized equipment, training and operations for the police department.
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PUBLIC WORKS
2. CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR CIP 2025-02 SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING KITCHEN AND RESTROOOM
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Award the construction contract to Bridgerock Construction, Inc for the construction of CIP 2025-02 Salt Lake Park Building Renovation Project for the not-to-exceed amount of $686,820; and
2. Approve a 15% construction contingency in the amount of $103,023, project management and inspection in the amount of $30,000, and labor compliance in the amount of $20,000; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the construction contract agreement and all change orders in good faith.
4. Staff recommend City Council adopt the resolution to award a construction contract for CIP 2025-02 Salt Lake Park Building Kitchen and Restroom Improvements Project.
END OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
CITY MANAGER
1. CONSIDERATION AND SELECTION OF A PREFERRED FIRM FOR CITY
ATTORNEY LEGAL SERVICES AND AUTHORIZATION TO NEGOTIATE AN
AGREEMENT
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Select Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP ("OMLO") as the preferred firm to provide City Attorney legal services to the City of Huntington Park, with Rick R.
Olivarez proposed to serve as the designated City Attorney;
2. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate a competitive agreement with OMLO for City Attorney legal services, including scope of services, designated personnel, availability and service expectations, compensation, budget controls, and other terms necessary to ensure the effective delivery of legal services.
3. Direct the City Manager to return the final negotiated agreement to the City Council for consideration and approval before execution.
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CITY CLERK
2. UPDATE REGARDING COMMISSION VACANCIES REQUIRING
COUNCILMEMBER ACTION
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Receive an update regarding eleven (11) commission vacancies and provide an opportunity for Councilmembers Macias, Martinez, Sanabria, Martiz, and Flores to identify prospective appointees to fill their respective vacancies.
END OF REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Nancy Martiz
Council Member Karina Macias
Council Member Arturo Flores
Vice Mayor Jonathan A. Sanabria
Mayor Eduardo “Eddie” Martinez
CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6
Agency designated representatives: Ricardo Reyes, City Manager, Karina Rueda, Human Resources Director, and Andrew Sarega, City Attorney Unrepresented employees: All employees covered by the City’s Non-Represented Compensation Plan
ADJOURNMENT
The City of Huntington Park City Council will adjourn the meeting to a Regular Meeting on Tuesday, September 22, 2026, at Raul Perez Park 6208 Alameda Street, Huntington Park, 90255.
I, Pat Jacquez-Nares, 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 4 th
day of September 2026.
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Pat Jacquez- Nares, Interim City Clerk
Tuesday Meeting of the
City of Huntington Park City Council
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
The Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park, California was called to order at 5:08 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at Raul Perez Park located at 6208 S Alameda St, Huntington Park, CA; Mayor Eduardo “Eddie” Martinez presiding.
PRESENT: Council Member(s): Martiz {arrived @6:03pm}, Macias, Flores, Vice Mayor Sanabria, and Mayor Martinez
ABSENT: Council Member(s): None
CITY OFFICIALS/STAFF: Pat Jacquez- Nares Interim City Clerk; Cynthia Norzagaray Parks and Recreation Director; Gerardo Lopez Public Works Director; Louis Morales Community Development Director; Karina Ruedas Human Resources Director; Sergio Infanzon Communications Director; Andrew Sarega City Attorney; Stephany Santin Assistant City Manager; and Ricardo Reyes City Manager.
INVOCATION
Invocation was led by Mayor Martinez
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Mayor Sanabria.
PUBLIC HEARING
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
1. CALL FOR REVIEW OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION’S DETERMINATION APPROVING PLANNING COMMISSION CASE NO. 2025-08 CUP- A REQUEST
FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A PARKING FACILITY LOCATED AT 2700 SLAUSON AVENUE LOCATED WITHIN THE COMMERCIAL GENERAL (CG) ZONE.
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Conduct a public hearing;
2. Take public testimony;
3. Receive a presentation from the applicant and final comments for or against the Planning Commission’s determination;
4. Receive and file the Community Development Director’s written similar-use determination; and
5. Consider the Planning Commission’s determination approving Planning Commission Case No. 2025-08 CUP, a request for a Conditional Use Permit for a parking facility located at 2700 E. Slauson Avenue located within the Commercial General (C-G) zone.
PUBLIC HEARING OPENED: 5:30pm
Alta Med Representatives conducted a presentation.
PUBLIC HEARING CLOSED: 5:50pm
MOTION: Vice Mayor Sanabria motioned to receive and file the Community Development’s Director’s written similar-use determination; and Consider the Planning Commission’s determination approving Planning Commission Case No. 2025-08 CUP, a request for a Conditional Use permit for a parking facility located at 2700 E.
Slauson Avenue located within the Commercial General (C-G) Zone.
Mayor Martinez seconded the motion. Councilmember Flores voted against the motion. Councilmember Martiz abstained from voting on the motion. The motion was carried by majority vote. 3 yes votes, 1 no vote, 1 abstained vote.
AYES: Council Member(s): Macias, Vice Mayor Sanabria, Mayor Martinez
NOES: Council Member(s): Flores
ABSTAIN: Council Member(s): Martiz
ABSENT: Council Member(s): None
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Meeting was adjourned at 6:07pm. The next regular city council meeting is set to be held on Tuesday, August 25th, 2026 @6pm at Raul Perez Park.
Respectfully submitted,
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Pat Jacquez- Nares, Interim City Clerk
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
City of Huntington Park City Council
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park, California was called to order at 6:20 p.m. on Tuesday, August 25, 2026, at Raul Perez Park located at 6208 S Alameda St, Huntington Park, CA; Mayor Eduardo “Eddie” Martinez presiding.
PRESENT: Council Member(s): Martiz, Macias, Flores (arrived @6:47pm), Vice Mayor Sanabria, and Mayor Martinez
ABSENT: Council Member(s): None
CITY OFFICIALS/STAFF: Pat Jacquez- Nares Interim City Clerk; Cynthia Norzagaray Parks and Recreation Director; Gerardo Lopez Public Works Director; Louis Morales Community Development Director; Karina Ruedas Human Resources Director; Sergio Infanzon Communications Director; Andrew Sarega City Attorney; Stephany Santin Assistant City Manager; and Ricardo Reyes City Manager.
INVOCATION
Invocation was led by Mayor Martinez
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vice Mayor Sanabria
PRESENTATION(S)
1. COMMUNITY FOR A BETTER ENVIRONMENT (CBE) RECOGNITION
2. BE SOCIAL (BACKPACK DISTRIBUTION)
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. Regular City Council Meeting August 11, 2026
2. Special Public Finance Authority Meeting August 11, 2026
FINANCE
2. WARRANT REGISTERS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Approve Accounts Payable and Payroll Warrant(s) dated August 18, 2026 MOTION: Councilmember Flores motioned to adopt the consent calendar in its entirety. Vice Mayor Sanabria seconded the motion. Councilmember Macias abstained from voting on the motion. The motion was carried by majority vote, with a vote of 4 yes, and 1 abstained vote.
AYES: Council Member(s): Martiz, Flores, Vice Mayor Sanabria, and Mayor Martinez.
NOES: Council Member(s): None
ABSTAIN: Council Member(s): Macias
ABSENT: Council Member(s): None
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
PUBLIC HEARING
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
1. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF THE FY 2025-2026 CONSOLIDATED
ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) FOR
FEDERAL GRANT FUNDS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Conduct a Public Hearing
2. Approve Resolution No. 2026-44 approving the fiscal year (FY) 2025-2026 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER)
3. Authorize City Manager to execute all required documents for transmittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) PUBLIC COMMENT OPENED: 6:58PM
No Public Comments
PUBLIC COMMENT CLOSED: 6:58pm
MOTION: Community Development Director Louis Morales conducted a presentation. Vice Mayor Sanabria motioned to approve Resolution No. 2026-44 approving the fiscal year (FY) 2025-2026 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) and Authorize the City Manager to execute all required documents for transmittal to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Councilmember Flores seconded the motion. The motion was carried by unanimous consent, with a vote of 5 yes.
AYES: Council Member(s): Macias, Martiz, Flores, Vice Mayor Sanabria, and Mayor Martinez.
NOES: Council Member(s): None
ABSTAIN: Council Member(s): None
ABSENT: Council Member(s): None
END OF PUBLIC HEARING
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
CITY MANAGER
1. CONSIDERATION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2026-08 AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON
PARK MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING THE APPOINTMENT, DUTIES,
COMPENSATION, AND AT-WILL STATUS OF THE CITY CLERK
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Introduce, waive further reading, and conduct the first reading of Ordinance No. 2026-08, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park, California, Amending the Huntington Park Municipal Code Concerning the Appointment, Duties, Compensation, and At-Will Status of the City Clerk.
MOTION: Vice Mayor Sanabria motioned to introduce, waive further reading, and conduct the first reading of Ordinance No. 2026-08, An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park, California, Amending the Huntington Park Municipal Code Concerning the Appointment, Duties, Compensation, and At-Will Status of the City Clerk. Councilmember Flores seconded the motion. Councilmember Macias voted against the motion. The motion was carried by majority vote with 4 yes votes, and 1 no vote.
AYES: Council Member(s): Martiz, Flores, Vice Mayor Sanabria, and Mayor Martinez.
NOES: Council Member(s): Macias
ABSTAIN: Council Member(s): None
ABSENT: Council Member(s): None
2. APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR PUBLIC OUTREACH AND VOTER
EDUCATION REGARDING THE CITY COUNCIL TERM LIMITS BALLOT
MEASURE
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Appropriate $150,000 from the unappropriated General Fund balance to Contractual Services Account No. 0001050 601100 for professional services related to public outreach and voter education on the City Council Term Limits Ballot Measure scheduled for the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election; and
2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to issue a Request for Qualifications (RFQ), for professional public outreach and voter education services, evaluate qualifications, and return to the City Council with a recommended firm and agreement for consideration and award.
MOTION: Vice Mayor Sanabria motioned to appropriate $150,000 from the unappropriated General Fund balance to Contractual Services Account No. 0001050 601100 for professional services related to public outreach and voter education on the City Council Term Limits Balot Measure scheduled for the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election; and Authorize the City Manager or designee to issue a Request for Qualifications, for professional public outreach and voter education services, evaluate qualifications, and return the City Council with a recommended firm and agreement for
consideration and award. Councilmember Martiz seconded the motion. Councilmember Macias voted against the motion. The motion was carried by majority vote with a vote of 4 yes, and 1 no.
AYES: Council Member(s): Martiz, Flores, Vice Mayor Sanabria, and Mayor Martinez.
NOES: Council Member(s): Macias
ABSTAIN: Council Member(s): None
ABSENT: Council Member(s): None
HUMAN RESOURCES
3. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING
REVISIONS TO THE CLASS SPECIFICATION FOR THE POSITIONS OF FINANCE
DIRECTOR AND POLICE CAPTAIN
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park Approving Revisions to the Class Specification for the Position of Finance Director.
2. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park Approving Revisions to the Class Specification for the Position of Police Captain.
MOTION: Vice Mayor Sanabria motioned to adopt Resolution 2026-45 of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park approving revisions to the Class Specification for the position of Finance Director; and Adopt Resolution 2026-46 of the City of Huntington Park approving revisions to the class specification for the position of Police Captain.
Councilmember Martiz seconded the motion. Councilmember Flores abstained from voting on the motion. The motion carried by majority vote, with a vote of 4 yes votes, and 1 abstained vote.
AYES: Council Member(s): Martiz, Macias, Flores, Vice Mayor Sanabria, and Mayor Martinez.
NOES: Council Member(s): None
ABSTAIN: Council Member(s): None
ABSENT: Council Member(s): None
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
4. CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING THE AD HOC
RESIDENTIAL PERMIT PARKING COMMITTEE
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-47, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park, California, establishing an Ad Hoc Residential Permit Parking Committee and defining its purpose, membership, scope, and duration.
MOTION: Vice Mayor Sanabria motioned to adopt Resolution No. 2026-47, A resolution of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park, California, establishing an AD Hoc Residential Permit Parking Committee and defining its purpose, membership, scope, and duration. Councilmember Flores seconded the motion. The motion was carried by unanimous consent, with a vote of 5 yes.
AYES: Council Member(s): Martiz, Macias, Flores, Vice Mayor Sanabria, and Mayor Martinez.
NOES: Council Member(s): None
ABSTAIN: Council Member(s): None
ABSENT: Council Member(s): None
END OF ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
CITY MANAGER
1. SELECTION OF HIGHEST-RANKED PROPOSER AND AUTHORIZATION TO
NEGOTIATE AN AGREEMENT FOR DEMAND RESPONSE TRANSPORTATION (DIAL-A-RIDE) SERVICES
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Select Administrative Services Cooperative, Inc., doing business as Fiesta Taxi (“Fiesta”), as the highest-ranked proposer for the City’s Demand Response Transportation (Dial-A-Ride) Services; and
2. Authorize the City Manager, in consultation with Special Counsel, to negotiate the final scope, compensation, and terms of a Professional Services Agreement with Fiesta, with the final agreement returning to the City Council for consideration and approval.
MOTION: Vice Mayor Sanabria motioned to select Administrative Services Cooperative, Inc., doing business as Fiesta Taxi (“Fiesta”), as the highest-ranked proposer for the City’s Demand Response
Transportation (Dial-A-Ride) Services; and Authorize the City Manager, in consultations with Special Counsel, to negotiate the final scope, compensation, and terms of the Professional Services Agreement with Fiesta, with the final agreement returning to the City Council for consideration and approval. Councilmember Martiz seconded the motion. Councilmember Macias voted against the motion. The motion was carried by majority vote, with a vote of 4 yes, and 1 no.
AYES: Council Member(s): Martiz, Flores, Vice Mayor Sanabria, and Mayor Martinez.
NOES: Council Member(s): Macias
ABSTAIN: Council Member(s): None
ABSENT: Council Member(s): None
CITY CLERK
2. CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE USE
OF ELECTRONIC AND DIGITAL SIGNATURES AND ADOPTING AN
ELECTRONIC AND DIGITAL SIGNATURE USE POLICY
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Approve Resolution No. 2026-48 approving a resolution of the city council of the City of Huntington Park, California. Authorizing the use of electronic and digital signature use policy.
MOTION: Councilmember Flores motioned to approve Resolution No. 2026-48 approving a resolution of the city council of the City of Huntington Park, California. Authorizing the use of electronic and digital signature use policy. Councilmember Martiz seconded the motion.
Councilmember Macias voted against the motion. The motion was carried by majority vote, with 4 yes votes, and 1 no vote.
AYES: Council Member(s): Martiz, Flores, Vice Mayor Sanabria, and Mayor Martinez.
NOES: Council Member(s): Macias
ABSTAIN: Council Member(s): None
ABSENT: Council Member(s): None
3. NOMINATION AND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT TO THE ARTS AND
THEATRE COMMISSION
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Consideration, nomination and appointment of Michelle Zaragoza as a commissioner to fill a vacancy in the Arts and Theatre Commission.
MOTION: Vice Mayor Sanabria moved to nominate and appoint Michelle Zaragoza as a commissioner to fill a vacancy in the Arts and Theatre Commission. Mayor Martinez seconded the motion. The motion was carried by majority vote with 5 yes.
AYES: Council Member(s): Macias, Flores, Martiz, Vice Mayor Sanabria, and Mayor Martinez.
NOES: Council Member(s): None
ABSTAIN: Council Member(s): None
ABSENT: Council Member(s): None
4. UPDATE REGARDING COMMISSION VACANCIES REQUIRING COUNCIL
MEMBER ACTION
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT CITY COUNCIL:
1. Receive an update regarding twelve (12) commission vacancies and request that Councilmembers Macias, Martinez, Sanabria, Martiz, and Flores take the necessary action to fill their respective vacancies as soon as possible.
MOTION: Councilmembers received an update regarding twelve (12) commission vacancies and requests that Councilmembers Macias, Martiz, Flores, Vice Mayor Sanabria, and Mayor Martinez take necessary action to fill their respective vacancies as soon as possible.
DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
Finance: No Report
City Clerk: No Report
Parks and Recreation: We completed our summer nights event. I wanted to thank our staff from all departments who cooperated. Thank you.
Public Works: No Report
Community Development: No Report
Police: No Report
Communication: Community clean up will be coming up in the next few weeks. We will also have cooling centers at Salt Lake Park and Raul Perez park for the days that get very hot.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Martiz: Thank you staff for everything you do. Summer Nights is wrapping up, so wanted to say thank you to staff for helping with all the programming this summer. There was more to do than we could attend, which is great.
Councilmember Macias: Have a good evening. Thank you.
Councilmember Flores: Nothing to report.
Vice Mayor Sanabria: Vice Mayor Sanabria wanted to say thank you all! Staff is here every single day. Thank you all for being able to work in weird settings Mayor Martinez: Thank you staff for making sure we are here safe.
CLOSED SESSION
Council Recessed into close session at 7:47pm.
Closed Session was cancelled
Council Returned from close session at 7:48pm.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
No Reportable Action was taken.
ADJOURNMENT
MOTION: Meeting was adjourned at 7:48pm. The next regular city council meeting is set to be held on Tuesday, September 8th, 2026 @6pm at Raul Perez Park.
Respectfully submitted,
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Pat Jacquez- Nares, Interim City Clerk
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
Office of the City Manager
City Council Agenda Report
September 8, 2026
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. 2026-08 AMENDING THE
HUNTINGTON PARK MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING THE APPOINTMENT,
DUTIES, COMPENSATION, AND AT-WILL STATUS OF THE CITY CLERK IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Adopt Ordinance No. 2026-08, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park, California, Amending the Huntington Park Municipal Code Concerning the Appointment, Duties, Compensation, and At-Will Status of the City Clerk.
PURPOSE/JUSTIFICATION OF RECOMMENDED ACTION
On August 11, 2026, the City Council introduced Ordinance No. 2026-08 which amends the Huntington Park Municipal Code Concerning the Appointment, Duties, Compensation, and At-Will Status of the City Clerk. The City Council of the City of Huntington Park desires to ensure efficient municipal administration and governance by maintaining the City Clerk as an appointed, standalone position. To achieve this, the proposed Ordinance updates the Huntington Park Municipal Code to clarify the appointment, duties, compensation, and at-will status of the City Clerk.
The introduced Ordinance establishes the following key provisions:
1. Appointive Position: The City Clerk shall be appointed by and shall report directly to the City Manager or designee.
2. Duties and Responsibilities: The City Clerk will continue to perform all statutory duties mandated by the California Government Code, the California Elections Code, the Political Reform Act, and other applicable laws. Specific administrative functions and operational duties may be established or revised by City Council Resolution.
SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2026-08 AMENDING THE
HUNTINGTON PARK MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING THE APPOINTMENT,
DUTIES, COMPENSATION, AND AT-WILL STATUS OF THE CITY CLERK September 8, 2026
3. Salary and Compensation: The City Clerk position is designated as a Non-Represented Employee – Executive/Management. Employment will be governed entirely by the City's Compensation Plan and Personnel Rules rather than an individual employment agreement. The salary range will be established on the City's approved Salary Schedule by Council Resolution.
4. Tenure and At-Will Status: The City Clerk is an "at-will" executive officer serving at the pleasure of the City Manager, subject to removal at any time, with or without cause.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT
Pursuant to California Government Code Sections 36508 and 36510, the City Council has the statutory authority to declare the office of the City Clerk appointive, to delegate the appointment of the City Clerk, and to designate the position as an at-will officer serving at the pleasure of the City Manager. The proposed Ordinance aligns the Municipal Code with these statutory authorities and repeals prior conflicting ordinances, including Ordinance No. 704-NS.
FISCAL IMPACT/FINANCING
There is no direct fiscal impact associated with the introduction and adoption of this Ordinance. The terms and conditions of employment, including salary and compensation, will be governed by the Executive/Management Compensation Resolution and established on the City's approved Salary Schedule as adopted and amended by the City Council.
CONCLUSION
Adopting Ordinance No. 2026-08 will modernize the Municipal Code to reflect the desired administrative structure, clarify the non-represented at-will employment status, and streamline the governance of the City Clerk position. Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the Ordinance.
Respectfully submitted,
RICARDO REYES
City Manager
ATTACHMENT(S)
Ordinance No. 2026-08
ORDINANCE NO. 2026-08
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON PARK, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE
HUNTINGTON PARK MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING
THE APPOINTMENT, DUTIES, COMPENSATION, AND ATWILL STATUS OF THE CITY CLERK
RECITALS
WHEREAS, pursuant to California Government Code Sections 36508 and 36510, the City Council has the statutory authority to declare the office of the City Clerk appointive and to appoint the City Clerk; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Huntington Park desires to ensure efficient municipal administration and governance by maintaining the City Clerk as an appointed, standalone position; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to establish that the specific powers, duties, job responsibilities, and compensation for the City Clerk shall be established and modified from time to time by City Council Resolution; and
WHEREAS, the City Council intends that the City Clerk shall serve as an at-will officer at the pleasure of the City Manager, subject to removal at any time.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Office of the City Clerk – Appointive Position The office of the City Clerk shall be an appointive position. The City Clerk shall be appointed by and shall report directly to the City Manager or designee.
SECTION 2. Duties and Responsibilities
A. Statutory Duties: The City Clerk shall perform all statutory duties mandated by the California Government Code, the California Elections Code, the Political Reform Act, and any other applicable state or federal laws.
B. Establishment by Resolution: The City Council may, by Resolution, establish, revise, or supplement the specific administrative functions, job descriptions, operational duties, and performance criteria for the position of City Clerk.
SECTION 3. Salary and Compensation
A. Non-Represented Employee Category: The position of City Clerk shall fall under the employment category of a Non-Represented Employee – Executive/Management. An employment agreement will not be used, and an employment contract is not required to establish or maintain employment in this position.
B. Governing Guidelines: The terms and conditions of employment, fringe benefits, leave accruals, and personnel policies applicable to the City Clerk shall be governed entirely by the City’s Compensation Plan and Personnel Rules and Non-Represented Employee Guidelines for Executive/Management Employees (or Executive/Management Compensation Resolution), as adopted and amended from time to time by the City Council.
C. Salary Schedule: The salary range and compensation for the City Clerk shall be established on the City's approved Salary Schedule by Council Resolution.
SECTION 4. Tenure and At-Will Status
The City Clerk is an "at-will" executive officer who serves at the pleasure of the City Manager pursuant to California Government Code Section 36510. The City Manager may remove the City Clerk from office at any time, with or without cause, in accordance with applicable legal procedures.
SECTION 5. Repeal of Prior Conflicting Ordinances
Any prior ordinances or provisions of the Huntington Park Municipal Code in conflict with this Ordinance, including relevant provisions of Ordinance No. 704-NS, are hereby repealed to the extent of such conflict.
SECTION 6. Severability
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance.
SECTION 7. Effective Date
This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its final passage and adoption in accordance with California law.
APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS ____ DAY OF September 2026.
_______________________________
Eduardo Martinez, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Pat Jacquez-Nares, Interim City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________________
Andrew Sarega, Interim City Attorney
STATE OF CALIFORNIA, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
I, Pat Jacquez-Nares, Interim City Clerk of the City of Huntington Park, County of Los Angeles, State of California, hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 2026-XX was introduced at a Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Huntington Park on the 25th day of August 2026 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 8th day of September 2026 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:
Pat Jacquez-Nares, Interim City Clerk
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
WARRANT REGISTER
08/20/2026 - 09/03/2026
CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE CHECK TYPE VENDOR NAME INVOICE TOTAL AMOUNT 1003397 8/20/2026 PRINTED BEDROCK GROUP INC. 8 228,909.83 $ 1003397 Total $ 228,909.83
1003398 9/3/2026 PRINTED ALADDIN LOCK & KEY SERVICE 36179 297.60 $ 36236 49.67 $
36237 667.73 $
36238 44.14 $
36241 10.00 $
36242 10.00 $
36246 19.89 $
1003398 Total $ 1,099.03
1003399 9/3/2026 PRINTED ALFONSO M DE LA ROSA 1 3,086.00 $ 1003399 Total $ 3,086.00
1003400 9/3/2026 PRINTED AMAZON.COM SERVICES, INC. 1G4Q-MVG7-3YKQ 421.60 $ 1003400 Total $ 421.60
1003401 9/3/2026 PRINTED ANTHONY LINARES 07152026 300.00 $ 071526 429.18 $
1003401 Total $ 729.18
1003402 9/3/2026 PRINTED ARROYO BACKGROUND INVESTIGATIONS 4045 1,000.00 $ 1003402 Total $ 1,000.00
1003403 9/3/2026 PRINTED AT&T MOBILITY 287304738513 3,849.83 $ 1003403 Total $ 3,849.83
1003404 9/3/2026 PRINTED AUTO ZONE 04075916006 (184.51) $ 04075916008 (21.51) $
04075917275 (92.97) $
04075917290 (101.65) $
04075924806 (212.14) $
04075924808 (212.14) $
04075924809 (105.52) $
04075925593 (22.00) $
04075937840 43.07 $
04075937842 86.43 $
04075937975 25.71 $
04075938976 43.07 $
04075939359 27.10 $
04075940550 63.29 $
04075940551 88.17 $
04075940552 46.08 $
04075940558 36.46 $
04075941156 185.06 $
04075941172 66.30 $
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
WARRANT REGISTER
08/20/2026 - 09/03/2026
CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE CHECK TYPE VENDOR NAME INVOICE TOTAL AMOUNT 1003404 46268 PRINTED AUTO ZONE 04075941566 200.18 $
04075941577 401.63 $
04075941637 185.06 $
04075942180 176.34 $
04075946340 51.43 $
04075947886 166.57 $
04075947887 35.34 $
04075948333 62.97 $
04075948353 73.99 $
04075948968 48.94 $
04075948974 326.77 $
05222537264 (233.08) $
05222549203 384.10 $
05222554278 470.00 $
05222568537 141.88 $
1003404 Total $ 2,250.42
1003406 9/3/2026 PRINTED AVANT GARDE INC 13448 690.25 $ 1003406 Total $ 690.25
1003407 9/3/2026 PRINTED BB2 TECHNOLOGY GROUP, INC. 2391 15,559.31 $ 1003407 Total $ 15,559.31
1003408 9/3/2026 PRINTED BEAR ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS, INC 12695 6,350.00 $ 1003408 Total $ 6,350.00
1003409 9/3/2026 PRINTED BLUE ICON COMMUNICATIONS 23012382 8,000.00 $ 1003409 Total $ 8,000.00
1003410 9/3/2026 PRINTED BUENA PARK HONDA 545386 882.41 $ 545528 61.38 $
1003410 Total $ 943.79
1003411 9/3/2026 PRINTED CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF TACTICAL OFFICERS 3003102 2,070.00 $ 1003411 Total $ 2,070.00
1003412 9/3/2026 PRINTED CALIFORNIA PLASTIX INC 29380 3,787.65 $ 1003412 Total $ 3,787.65
1003413 9/3/2026 PRINTED CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYERS LABOR RELATIONS 5497 390.00 $ 5613 390.00 $
1003413 Total $ 780.00
1003414 9/3/2026 PRINTED CANNON CORPORATION 96642 26,993.90 $ 1003414 Total $ 26,993.90
1003415 9/3/2026 PRINTED CECILIA VELASCO 08102026 65.62 $
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
WARRANT REGISTER
08/20/2026 - 09/03/2026
CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE CHECK TYPE VENDOR NAME INVOICE TOTAL AMOUNT 1003415 Total $ 65.62
1003416 9/3/2026 PRINTED CENTRAL FORD 75665 66.12 $
75666 313.04 $
1003416 Total $ 379.16
1003417 9/3/2026 PRINTED CINTAS CORPORATION 9365258531 275.25 $ 9367157751 158.96 $
1003417 Total $ 434.21
1003418 9/3/2026 PRINTED CINTAS CORPORATION NO 3 4278693147 863.40 $ 1003418 Total $ 863.40
1003419 9/3/2026 PRINTED CITY ELECTRIC SUPPLY COMPANY LOB/040432 4,969.69 $ 1003419 Total $ 4,969.69
1003420 9/3/2026 PRINTED COMMLINE INC 0542047-IN 41,075.84 $ 1003420 Total $ 41,075.84
1003421 9/3/2026 PRINTED DANIELS TIRE SERVICE 229007958 468.32 $ 1003421 Total $ 468.32
1003422 9/3/2026 PRINTED DATA TICKET INC. 195651 15,763.28 $ 196979 13,720.67 $
1003422 Total $ 29,483.95
1003423 9/3/2026 PRINTED DEVER PEST CONTROL INC 84432 120.00 $ 86767 120.00 $
87912 120.00 $
88391 375.00 $
89471 120.00 $
90002 50.00 $
90003 50.00 $
91046 375.00 $
1003423 Total $ 1,330.00
1003424 9/3/2026 PRINTED DIMAS TIRES CORP 1435 80.00 $
1436 80.00 $
1003424 Total $ 160.00
1003425 9/3/2026 PRINTED DOCNETWORK INC 2616078 6,103.56 $ 1003425 Total $ 6,103.56
1003426 9/3/2026 PRINTED ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTING INDUSTRIES 260613 2,650.00 $ 1003426 Total $ 2,650.00
1003427 9/3/2026 PRINTED ESTELA RAMIREZ 5731 420.00 $
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
WARRANT REGISTER
08/20/2026 - 09/03/2026
CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE CHECK TYPE VENDOR NAME INVOICE TOTAL AMOUNT 1003427 Total $ 420.00
1003428 9/3/2026 PRINTED EXPRESS AIR TESTING INC. 17060 1,279.00 $ 17060.2 216.00 $
1003428 Total $ 1,495.00
1003429 9/3/2026 PRINTED EZ AUDIO KEYSHOP LLC 0070 480.00 $ 1003429 Total $ 480.00
1003430 9/3/2026 PRINTED FAST DEER BUS CHARTER 7810 1,900.00 $ 7880 1,600.00 $
1003430 Total $ 3,500.00
1003431 9/3/2026 PRINTED FRANCISCO MEJIA 072226 133.55 $ 1003431 Total $ 133.55
1003432 9/3/2026 PRINTED GALLS LLC 035181330 265.16 $
035502339 397.74 $
035965935 32.03 $
035965955 8.97 $
035978690 572.34 $
035978698 45.28 $
1003432 Total $ 1,321.52
1003433 9/3/2026 PRINTED GATEWAY CITIES COUNCIL OF 07272026 10,000.00 $ 7272026 25,000.00 $
1003433 Total $ 35,000.00
1003434 9/3/2026 PRINTED GEORGE CHEVROLET 221222CVW 19.03 $ 1003434 Total $ 19.03
1003435 9/3/2026 PRINTED GRANITE CONSTRUCTION COMPANY 3266777A 441.00 $ 1003435 Total $ 441.00
1003436 9/3/2026 PRINTED GRUTMAN LAW APC 1985 21,567.00 $ 1003436 Total $ 21,567.00
1003437 9/3/2026 PRINTED H.P. TEST ONLY 259814 45.00 $
1003437 Total $ 45.00
1003438 9/3/2026 PRINTED HASSAN SALEH 06242026 131.70 $ 1003438 Total $ 131.70
1003439 9/3/2026 PRINTED HDL COREN & CONE SIN064318 1,344.32 $ 1003439 Total $ 1,344.32
1003440 9/3/2026 PRINTED HERNANDEZ SIGNS, INC. 6693 2,450.89 $
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
WARRANT REGISTER
08/20/2026 - 09/03/2026
CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE CHECK TYPE VENDOR NAME INVOICE TOTAL AMOUNT 1003440 Total $ 2,450.89
1003441 9/3/2026 PRINTED HOME DEPOT - PUBLIC WORKS 3270134 474.34 $ 4270037 407.80 $
1003441 Total $ 882.14
1003442 9/3/2026 PRINTED HULA AFI 27 443.00 $
1003442 Total $ 443.00
1003443 9/3/2026 PRINTED HYDROPRO SOLUTIONS IN0005027 4,166.08 $ IN0005028 3,564.16 $
IN0005029 360.00 $
1003443 Total $ 8,090.24
1003444 9/3/2026 PRINTED IBE DIGITAL 495109 18.11 $
495293 42.41 $
495294 423.11 $
1003444 Total $ 483.63
1003445 9/3/2026 PRINTED IBE DIGITAL - P.O. BOX 660831 42795059 2,599.42 $ 1003445 Total $ 2,599.42
1003446 9/3/2026 PRINTED INTERSTATE BATTERIES OF CA COAST 140089003 456.23 $ 1003446 Total $ 456.23
1003447 9/3/2026 PRINTED JONES LUMBER COMPANY, INC 417097 961.74 $ 1003447 Total $ 961.74
1003448 9/3/2026 PRINTED KIMBALL MIDWEST 104745892 529.04 $ 104745976 88.68 $
104749633 451.20 $
1003448 Total $ 1,068.92
1003449 9/3/2026 PRINTED LC ACTION POLICE SUPPLY 489973 1,777.01 $ 490902 888.50 $
1003449 Total $ 2,665.51
1003450 9/3/2026 PRINTED LEAL & TREJO APC 21204 3,314.79 $ 1003450 Total $ 3,314.79
1003451 9/3/2026 PRINTED LEXIPOL LLC INVPM11271972 13,200.00 $ 1003451 Total $ 13,200.00
1003452 9/3/2026 PRINTED LORATTA ALVARADO 07292026 17.00 $ 1003452 Total $ 17.00
1003453 9/3/2026 PRINTED LOUIS MORALES EER-LM-071726 614.36 $
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
WARRANT REGISTER
08/20/2026 - 09/03/2026
CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE CHECK TYPE VENDOR NAME INVOICE TOTAL AMOUNT 1003453 Total $ 614.36
1003454 9/3/2026 PRINTED LUXURY AUTO BODY PW6090 36,050.08 $ 1003454 Total $ 36,050.08
1003455 9/3/2026 PRINTED LYNBERG & WATKINS APC 80513 8,659.50 $ 1003455 Total $ 8,659.50
1003456 9/3/2026 PRINTED MACHO PRODUCTS 790072 5,256.45 $ 1003456 Total $ 5,256.45
1003457 9/3/2026 PRINTED MARIA PRECIADO 08102026 21.31 $ 1003457 Total $ 21.31
1003458 9/3/2026 PRINTED MARIPOSA TREE MANAGEMENT INC 4652 77,165.00 $ 1003458 Total $ 77,165.00
1003459 9/3/2026 PRINTED MEGA OUTDOOR MOVIES 71219919 3,024.17 $ 1003459 Total $ 3,024.17
1003460 9/3/2026 PRINTED MIKE RAAHAUGE SHOOTING ENTERPRISES 2256 900.00 $ 1003460 Total $ 900.00
1003461 9/3/2026 PRINTED BRANDON WILLIAMS 38955 6,300.00 $ 1003461 Total $ 6,300.00
1003462 9/3/2026 PRINTED JORGE MARTINEZ 10153 18,637.92 $ 1003462 Total $ 18,637.92
1003463 9/3/2026 PRINTED LIZETTE MURILLO 1114 2,234.40 $ 1003463 Total $ 2,234.40
1003464 9/3/2026 PRINTED Vicente Cadena 000001458 1,400.00 $ 1003464 Total $ 1,400.00
1003465 9/3/2026 PRINTED GUADALUPE VERGARA 2000152.002 12.00 $ 1003465 Total $ 12.00
1003466 9/3/2026 PRINTED LIZETTE VIRGEN 2000147.002 12.00 $ 1003466 Total $ 12.00
1003467 9/3/2026 PRINTED JUAN BALLESTEROS REP-20260000719 167.00 $ 1003467 Total $ 167.00
1003468 9/3/2026 PRINTED PI PROPERTIES NO 138, LLC 23785-7190 1,250.00 $ 1003468 Total $ 1,250.00
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
WARRANT REGISTER
08/20/2026 - 09/03/2026
CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE CHECK TYPE VENDOR NAME INVOICE TOTAL AMOUNT 1003469 9/3/2026 PRINTED MR. HOSE INC. 279788 113.24 $
279970 249.25 $
1003469 Total $ 362.49
1003470 9/3/2026 PRINTED NAPA AUTO PARTS 726450 139.07 $ 1003470 Total $ 139.07
1003471 9/3/2026 PRINTED NATIONAL CONSTRUCTION RENTALS INC 8285042 666.00 $ 1003471 Total $ 666.00
1003472 9/3/2026 PRINTED NATIONAL READY MIXED CONCRETE CO. 982805 1,337.05 $ 1003472 Total $ 1,337.05
1003473 9/3/2026 PRINTED NICK ALEXANDER RESTORATION 0274 480.00 $ 1003473 Total $ 480.00
1003474 9/3/2026 PRINTED O'REILLY AUTO PARTS 2959-469968 (26.48) $ 2959-476496 413.49 $
2959-477047 271.23 $
2959-477049 26.17 $
2959-479762 17.54 $
1003474 Total $ 701.95
1003475 9/3/2026 PRINTED OK PRINTING DESIGN & DIGITAL PRINT 4674 1,774.79 $ 1003475 Total $ 1,774.79
1003476 9/3/2026 PRINTED ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF'S DEPT 081226 232.00 $ 1003476 Total $ 232.00
1003477 9/3/2026 PRINTED PACIFIC PRODUCTS & SERVICES LLC 38762 2,209.45 $ 1003477 Total $ 2,209.45
1003478 9/3/2026 PRINTED PARKHOUSE TIRE, INC. 1011096441 855.64 $ 1003478 Total $ 855.64
1003479 9/3/2026 PRINTED PEACEKEEPER PRODUCTS INT'L LLC 26-12967 720.00 $ 1003479 Total $ 720.00
1003480 9/3/2026 PRINTED PREFERRED IMPRESSIONS INC 28359 957.75 $ 28362 802.50 $
28363 511.75 $
28373 221.00 $
28412 552.50 $
28422 426.25 $
28461 95.78 $
1003480 Total $ 3,567.53
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
WARRANT REGISTER
08/20/2026 - 09/03/2026
CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE CHECK TYPE VENDOR NAME INVOICE TOTAL AMOUNT 1003481 9/3/2026 PRINTED PREMIER TRIBUTES LLC INV-1001 5,000.00 $ 1003481 Total $ 5,000.00
1003482 9/3/2026 PRINTED PSYCHOLOGICAL CONSULTING ASSOC, INC 902681 462.00 $ 902824 462.00 $
902857 462.00 $
90314 1,386.00 $
903347 462.00 $
903356 462.00 $
1003482 Total $ 3,696.00
1003483 9/3/2026 PRINTED QUADIENT, INC. 62901605 1,236.64 $ 1003483 Total $ 1,236.64
1003484 9/3/2026 PRINTED QUINN COMPANY WO390013903 19,781.06 $ 1003484 Total $ 19,781.06
1003485 9/3/2026 PRINTED R & A TANK TECHNOLOGIES LLC 080426-50 175.00 $ 1003485 Total $ 175.00
1003486 9/3/2026 PRINTED R DOUGLAS COLLINS, ARBITRATOR 25-041-042726 7,210.00 $ 1003486 Total $ 7,210.00
1003487 9/3/2026 PRINTED REFRIGERATION SUPPLIES DISTRIBUTOR 1702892-00 3,523.22 $ 1003487 Total $ 3,523.22
1003488 9/3/2026 PRINTED RENE CASTRO 1 4,647.00 $
1003488 Total $ 4,647.00
1003489 9/3/2026 PRINTED RETURN TO WORK PARTNERS INC. 30819 3,410.00 $ 1003489 Total $ 3,410.00
1003490 9/3/2026 PRINTED SIERRA CREATIVE SYSTEMS, INC 132209 3,731.97 $ 1003490 Total $ 3,731.97
1003491 9/3/2026 PRINTED SINATRA UNIFORM, INC SU19962 17.54 $ 1003491 Total $ 17.54
1003492 9/3/2026 PRINTED SOUTH COAST AIR QUALITY MGMT DISTR. 4750737 928.81 $ 4752053 176.41 $
1003492 Total $ 1,105.22
1003493 9/3/2026 PRINTED STATE CONTROLLER'S OFFICE FTB-00009167 1,466.53 $ 1003493 Total $ 1,466.53
1003494 9/3/2026 PRINTED STERICYCLE INC 8014886197 56.72 $ 1003494 Total $ 56.72
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
WARRANT REGISTER
08/20/2026 - 09/03/2026
CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE CHECK TYPE VENDOR NAME INVOICE TOTAL AMOUNT 1003495 9/3/2026 PRINTED SUPERIOR COURT OF CALIFORNIA JULY-2026 27,686.00 $ 1003495 Total $ 27,686.00
1003496 9/3/2026 PRINTED THE FORMS DESK, INC. 29046 1,191.99 $ 29047 328.46 $
29048 231.82 $
1003496 Total $ 1,752.27
1003497 9/3/2026 PRINTED TRANSTECH ENGINEERS, INC. 20264966 13,588.82 $ 20264967 4,320.00 $
20265243 17,040.00 $
20265244 320.00 $
20265245 640.00 $
20265246 357.50 $
20265247 37.50 $
1003497 Total $ 36,303.82
1003498 9/3/2026 PRINTED TRIANGLE SPORTS 44082 1,055.58 $ 1003498 Total $ 1,055.58
1003499 9/3/2026 PRINTED ULINE 199542364 910.19 $
211485951 796.05 $
1003499 Total $ 1,706.24
1003500 9/3/2026 PRINTED VALLEY ALARM 1395001 985.00 $
1395002 2,070.95 $
1402635 2,045.95 $
1410116 960.00 $
1410119 2,045.95 $
1003500 Total $ 8,107.85
1003501 9/3/2026 PRINTED WEST & ASSOCIATES ENGINEERING, INC 1026.07.011 1,400.00 $ 1003501 Total $ 1,400.00
1003502 9/3/2026 PRINTED WESTERN SYSTEMS, INC 000004693M 1,989,562.27 $ 1003502 Total $ 1,989,562.27
1003503 9/3/2026 PRINTED WHITTIER POLICE DEPARTMENT 27 MAV 004 500.00 $ 1003503 Total $ 500.00
1003504 9/3/2026 PRINTED WINZER FRANCHISE COMPANY, INC 4364579 106.45 $ 4365109 211.34 $
4365458 106.45 $
1003504 Total $ 424.24
6079 8/26/2026 EFT WEX BANK 114395246 1,216.35 $
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
WARRANT REGISTER
08/20/2026 - 09/03/2026
CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE CHECK TYPE VENDOR NAME INVOICE TOTAL AMOUNT 6079 Total $ 1,216.35
6080 9/3/2026 EFT ADLERHORST INTERNATIONAL LLC 125259 37.71 $ 6080 Total $ 37.71
6081 9/3/2026 EFT ALAN'S LAWN AND GARDEN CENTER, INC. 146572 169.71 $ 6081 Total $ 169.71
6082 9/3/2026 EFT BIGLEAF NETWORKS, INC INV162113 825.77 $ 6082 Total $ 825.77
6083 9/3/2026 EFT CRAFTWATER ENGINEERING INC 22-058-19 21,584.00 $ 22-058-20 17,699.00 $
6083 Total $ 39,283.00
6084 9/3/2026 EFT DATAPROSE, INC. DP2603724 5,813.64 $
DP2603725 3,246.96 $
6084 Total $ 9,060.60
6085 9/3/2026 EFT EN ENGINEERING, LLC 0542718 78,147.65 $ 0548439 88,740.04 $
0548440 93,896.46 $
0548441 (13,392.80) $
6085 Total $ 247,391.35
6086 9/3/2026 EFT GENERAL PUMP COMPANY INV00036 35,569.96 $ 6086 Total $ 35,569.96
6087 9/3/2026 EFT GRAINGER 9032355340 882.83 $
9034024340 458.73 $
9037666360 622.82 $
9040499288 (227.76) $
9041452997 37.54 $
9641461505 3,167.64 $
9780261195 218.80 $
9780320306 24.71 $
9853945302 15.26 $
6087 Total $ 5,200.57
6088 9/3/2026 EFT HASA, INC. 1150886 230.06 $
1150887 486.06 $
1150888 486.06 $
1153368 499.02 $
1153370 528.18 $
1153371 771.20 $
1153372 230.06 $
6088 Total $ 3,230.64
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
WARRANT REGISTER
08/20/2026 - 09/03/2026
CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE CHECK TYPE VENDOR NAME INVOICE TOTAL AMOUNT 6089 9/3/2026 EFT INFRASTRUCTURE ARCHITECTS INC 711 7,220.00 $ 6089 Total $ 7,220.00
6090 9/3/2026 EFT INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERS 522750 42,551.00 $ 528408 46,005.50 $
528414 820.00 $
533747 3,925.00 $
549469 660.00 $
561714 6,105.00 $
6090 Total $ 100,066.50
6091 9/3/2026 EFT LB JOHNSON HARDWARE CO. 144102 56.06 $ 6091 Total $ 56.06
6092 9/3/2026 EFT MERRIMAC ENERGY GROUP 2249322 26,324.06 $ 6092 Total $ 26,324.06
6093 9/3/2026 EFT MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, INC 1187168279 29,155.20 $ 1187177676 23,396.21 $
1411255818 19,856.85 $
6093 Total $ 72,408.26
6094 9/3/2026 EFT NORM REEVES FORD SUPERSTORE 181210 826.93 $ 355827CM (140.37) $
357600CM (549.68) $
358992CM (35.00) $
359883 202.74 $
359940 91.22 $
359945 128.82 $
359946 128.82 $
359952 600.23 $
360084 324.16 $
6094 Total $ 1,577.87
6095 9/3/2026 EFT NORTHERN CONSULTING ACTUARIES INC. HNP-2026-07 8,200.00 $ 6095 Total $ 8,200.00
6096 9/3/2026 EFT ROBERT HALF INC 66540187 4,466.00 $
66562969 4,466.00 $
6096 Total $ 8,932.00
6097 9/3/2026 EFT SAREGA LAW, APC 26-008 20,000.00 $
6097 Total $ 20,000.00
6098 9/3/2026 EFT SDI PRESENCE LLC 23321 55,317.99 $
23482 1,976.38 $
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
WARRANT REGISTER
08/20/2026 - 09/03/2026
CHECK NUMBER CHECK DATE CHECK TYPE VENDOR NAME INVOICE TOTAL AMOUNT 6098 9/3/2026 EFT SDI PRESENCE LLC 23483 16,465.72 $
23484 1,166.48 $
23485 3,058.50 $
23487 98.85 $
23488 1,445.93 $
23489 4,700.40 $
23509 284.58 $
6098 Total $ 84,514.83
6099 9/3/2026 EFT SOUTHEAST COMMUNITY FOUNDATION 231047-121 17,500.00 $ 6099 Total $ 17,500.00
6100 9/3/2026 EFT T-MOBILE USA L2607310161 165.00 $
L2608050118 50.00 $
6100 Total $ 215.00
Grand Total $ 3,484,341.74
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
Police Department
City Council Agenda Report
September 8, 2026
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 FOR ACCEPTANCE OF FY 2026-27 CANABIS
TAX FUND GRANT PROGRAM (CTFGP) AND APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR
THE PURCHASE OF QUALIFYING EQUIPMENT AND OPERATIONS
IT IS RECOMMENDED THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-XX accepting a grant award in the amount of $404,846.00 from the FY 2026–27 State of California, California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP); and
2. Authorize the City Manager to be designated as the Grantee Official for the purpose of executing grant objectives, grant agreement, amendments, and documentation; and
3. Appropriate the amount of $404,846.00 in the City's FY 2026-27 budget for purchase of authorized equipment, training and operations for the police department.
BACKGROUND
The California Highway Patrol (CHP) works in close partnership with state and local agencies, as well as other traffic safety stakeholders, to proactively address impaired driving. During each grant cycle, the CHP evaluates a variety of factors to identify specific needs and prioritize projects that effectively reduce fatalities, injuries, and property damage resulting from driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs.
The Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) provides supplemental funding to support these efforts without supplanting existing resources or programs. Funds are allocated to eligible project categories in accordance with the California Code of Regulations (CCR), Sections 1890.05 through 1890.07, as determined appropriate by the CHP.
The Huntington Park Police Department’s proposed project seeks to strengthen its DUI enforcement capabilities through comprehensive training and expanded resources. Key
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL FOR ACCEPTANCE OF FY 2026-27 CANABIS
TAX FUND GRANT PROGRAM (CTFGP) AND APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR
THE PURCHASE OF QUALIFYING EQUIPMENT AND OPERATIONS
September 8, 2026
components include Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST), Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE), Advanced Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) certification, and scenario-based training exercises designed to prepare officers for realworld situations.
Additionally, the project will fund the purchase of a new patrol motorcycle and a patrol vehicle equipped with advanced technology, including a mobile data terminal. This vehicle will be designated for DUI enforcement operations.
By enhancing officer training and supporting proactive enforcement, this initiative aims to reduce impaired driving incidents and improve public safety in the City of Huntington Park.
The table below summarizes the awarded grant amounts:
DESCRIPTION AMOUNT
Equipment: DUI/DUID Patrol Vehicle includes Outfitting $138,000 Equipment: DUI/DUID Patrol Motorcycle includes Outfitting $57,500 Training: SFST/ARIDE and DRE $53,200
Travel (Attend Training) $4,138
Other Direct Costs: DUI Checkpoint Material and Supplies $8,800 Operations (DUI Checkpoints and Saturation Patrols) $143,208 Total $404,846
FISCAL IMPACT/FINANCING
The CTFGP funds will support the Huntington Park Police Department equipment and operational needs that may otherwise require use of the General Fund. No matching funds are required. Agencies receiving CTFGP awards must spend funds to complete approved projects and submit for the reimbursement once projects are completed.
It is recommended that City Council approve an increase in estimated revenues in the amount of $404,846 to account number 2406900 - 404070
LEGAL AND PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS
Reference the Agreement included in this report for legal and program requirements associated with accepting these grant funds.
CONCLUSION
CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL FOR ACCEPTANCE OF FY 2026-27 CANABIS
TAX FUND GRANT PROGRAM (CTFGP) AND APPROPRIATION OF FUNDS FOR
THE PURCHASE OF QUALIFYING EQUIPMENT AND OPERATIONS
September 8, 2026
Upon approval by the City Council, staff will proceed with recommended actions.
Respectfully submitted,
RICARDO REYES
City Manager
Chief of Police
ATTACHMENT(S)
A. Resolution No. 26-XXX CTFG Grant Acceptance
B. Grant Award Letter
C. FY26-27 CTFGP Grant Agreement
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK, CALIFORNIA,
ACCEPTING OF GRANT FUNDS AND THE
EXECUTION OF A GRANT AGREEMENT, AND
ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, FROM THE
FY2026-27 STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT
OF HIGHWAY PATROL (CHP) CANNABIS TAX
GRANT PROGRAM
WHEREAS, the passage of Proposition 64, the Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use of Marijuana Act (AUMA), California voters mandated the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol to award grants to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations, as described in Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B); and
WHEREAS, the Huntington Park Police Department applied and was notified it was awarded a grant in the amount of $404,846.00 for FY2026-27 from the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CFGP) and;
WHEREAS, the City Council finds and determines that acceptance of the grant funds from the State of California, CHP Cannabis Tax Grant Program could provide a benefit to the safety of the residents of Huntington Park.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council of the City of Huntington Park hereby approves the acceptance of the grant funds from the State of California, CHP Cannabis Tax Grant Program in the amount of $404,846.00 for the reimbursement to the City’s General Fund.
SECTION 2. The City Council of the City of Huntington Park authorizes the City Manager, or designee, to enter, execute and deliver the grant agreement (i.e., Standard Agreement) and any and all subsequent amendments thereto with the State of California for the purposes of the grant.
SECTION 3. The Huntington Park Police Department is authorized to purchase equipment under the City's purchasing policy for qualifying CTFG projects and seek reimbursement from grant funds in accordance with the agreement.
SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution.
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Eduardo Martinez,
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Pat Jacquez-Nares,
Interim City Clerk
State of California-Transportation Agency GAVIN NEWSOM, Governor
DEPARTMENT OF CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL
Safety, Service, and Security An Internationally Accredited Agency 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
(916) 843-4360
(800) 735-2929 (TT/TDD)
(800) 735-2922 (Voice)
June 30, 2026
File No.: 060.17344.19741
Sergeant Mike Parsa
Huntington Park Police Department
6542 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, CA 90255
Dear Sergeant Parsa:
On behalf of the California Highway Patrol (CHP), it is my pleasure to inform you, the Huntington Park Police Department, is conditionally approved for Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) funding in the amount of $404,846.00. The purpose of this grant funding is to help your agency reduce and mitigate the impacts of impaired driving in your community.
All grant awards, including any adjustments to requested funding, were made by the Department based on the merits of the Grant Application, scale of operation, and in accordance with the Request for Application (RFA) requirements and associated regulations.
The official Grant Agreement for signature is forthcoming. In order to execute your Grant Agreement, please provide documentation from a local governing body, authorizing your organization to receive this grant funding, to the Cannabis Grants Unit, by email at [email protected], as soon as possible.
Refer to California Code of Regulations Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13, Section 1890.13(g) for additional information.
The CHP looks forward to partnering with you and your agency on this project in an effort to make California’s roadways a safer place to travel. If you have any questions, please feel free to contact the Cannabis Grants Unit at (916) 843-4360.
Sincerely,
For/
M. W. HEADRICK, Chief
Enforcement and Planning Division
State of California
DEPARTMENT OF CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL
GRANT AGREEMENT - Page 1
Award Number
30921 ________________________________________________________________
1. GRANT TITLE
FY26/27 CTFGP Law Enforcement - Huntington Park Police Department
2. NAME OF ORGANIZATION/AGENCY
Huntington Park Police Department
3. ORGANIZATION/AGENCY SECTION TO ADMINISTER GRANT
Huntington Park Police Department
4. PROJECT PERFORMANCE PERIOD
From: 07/01/2026 To: 06/30/2027
5. PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER
6. GRANT OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION DESCRIPTION
Law Enforcement grants provide financial assistance to allied agencies for the education, prevention, and the enforcement of laws related to driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs, including cannabis and cannabis products.
The intent of the program is to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, enforce impaired driving laws on the roadway, and improve the Organization/Agency’s effectiveness through training and development of new strategies.
7. FUNDS ALLOCATED UNDER THIS GRANT AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED $404,846.00
8. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The Grantee agrees to complete the Project, as described in the Project Description. The Grantee’s Grant Application, and the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13, Sections 1890.00-1890.27, are hereby incorporated into this Grant Agreement by reference.
The parties hereto agree to comply with the Terms and Conditions of the following attachments:
• Schedule A – Project Description, Problem Statement, Goals and Objectives, and Method of Procedure • Schedule B – Detailed Budget Estimate
• Schedule B-1 – Budget Narrative
We, the officials named below, hereby swear, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, that we are duly authorized to legally bind the Grant recipient to the above-described Grant Terms and Conditions.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Grant Agreement is executed by the parties hereto.
9. APPROVAL SIGNATURES
A. AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL OF ORGANIZATION/AGENCY
Name: Cosme Lozano
Title: Chief of Police
Phone: (323) 826-6629
Address: 6542 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, CA 90255
E-Mail: [email protected]
___________________________ _______________
(Signature) (Date)
B. AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL OF CHP
Name: Elliotte Johnson Phone: (916) 843-4360
Title: Captain Fax: (916) 322-3169
Address: 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
E-Mail: [email protected]
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(Signature) (Date)
C. ACCOUNTING OFFICER OF CHP
Name: M. V. Fojas Phone: (916) 843-3531
Title: Commander Fax: (916) 322-3159
Address: 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
E-Mail: [email protected]
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(Signature) (Date)
10. AUTHORIZED FINANCIAL CONTACT TO RECEIVE
REIMBURSEMENT PAYMENTS
Name: Jeff Jones
Title: Director of Finance
Phone: (323) 826-6629
Address: 6550 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, CA 90255
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Grantee shall comply with the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13 Section 1890, et seq. and all other Terms and Conditions noted in this Grant Agreement. Failure by the Grantee to comply may result in the termination of this Grant Agreement by the California Highway Patrol (hereafter referred to as State). The State will have no obligation to reimburse the Grantee for any additional costs once the Grant Agreement has been terminated.
A. EXECUTION
1. The State (the California Highway Patrol) hereby awards, to the Grantee, the sum of money stated on page one of this Grant Agreement. This funding is awarded to the Grantee to carry out the Project set forth in the Project Description and the terms and conditions set forth in this Grant Agreement.
2. The funding for this Grant Agreement is allocated pursuant to California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B). The Grantee agrees that the State’s obligation to pay any sum under this Grant Agreement is contingent upon availability of funds disbursed from the California Cannabis Tax Fund to the State. If there is insufficient funding, the State shall have the option to either: 1) terminate this Grant Agreement; whereby, no party shall have any further obligations or liabilities under this Grant Agreement, or 2) negotiate a Grant Agreement Amendment to reduce the grant award and scope of work to be provided under this Grant Agreement.
3. The Grantee is not to commence or proceed with any work in advance of receiving notice that the Grant Agreement is approved. Any work performed by the Grantee in advance of the date of approval by the State shall be deemed volunteer work and will not be reimbursed by the State.
4. The Grantee agrees to provide any additional funding, beyond what the State has agreed to provide, pursuant to this Grant Agreement, and necessary to complete or carry out the Project, as described in this Grant Agreement. Any modification or alteration of this Grant Agreement, as set forth in the Grant Application submitted by the Grantee and on file with the State, must be submitted in writing thirty (30) calendar days in advance to the State for approval.
5. The Grantee agrees to complete the Project within the timeframe indicated in the Project Performance Period, which is on page one of this Grant Agreement.
B. PROJECT ADMINISTRATION
1. The Grantee shall submit all reimbursements, progress, performance, and/or other required reports concerning the status of work performed in furtherance of this Grant Agreement on a quarterly basis, or as requested by the State.
2. The Grantee shall provide the State with a final report showing all Project expenditures, which includes all State and any other Project funding expended, within sixty (60) calendar days after completion of this Grant Agreement.
3. The Grantee shall ensure all equipment which is purchased, maintained, operated, and/or developed is available for inspection by the State.
4. Equipment purchased through this Grant Agreement shall be used for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws, unless the Grantee is funding a portion of the purchased price not dedicated to impaired driving and that portion is not part of the Project costs.
Equipment purchased under this Grant Agreement must only be used for approved Projectrelated purposes, unless otherwise approved by the State in writing.
5. Prior to disposition of equipment acquired under this Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall notify the State via e-mail, and by telephone, by calling the California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit at (916) 843-4360.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
C. PROJECT TERMINATION
1. Grantee or the State may terminate this Grant Agreement at any time prior to the commencement of the Project. Once the Project has commenced, this Grant Agreement may only be terminated if the party withdrawing provides thirty (30) calendar days written notice of their intent to withdraw.
a. If by reason of force majeure the performance hereunder is delayed or prevented, then the term end date may be extended by mutual consent for the same amount of time of such delay or prevention. The term “force majeure” shall mean any fire, flood, earthquake, or public disaster, strike, labor dispute or unrest, embargo, riot, war, insurrection or civil unrest, any act of God, any act of legally constituted authority, or any other cause beyond the Grantee’s control which would excuse the Grantee’s performance as a matter of law. b. Grantee agrees to provide written notice of an event of force majeure under this Grant Agreement within ten (10) calendar days of the commencement of such event, and within ten (10) calendar days after the termination of such event, unless the force majeure prohibits Grantee from reasonably giving notice within this period. Grantee will give such notice at the earliest possible time following the event of force majeure.
2. Any violations of law committed by the Grantee, misrepresentations of Project information by the Grantee to the State, submission of falsified documents by the Grantee to the State, or failure to provide records by the Grantee to the State when requested for audit or site visit purposes may be cause for termination. If the Project is terminated for the reasons described in this paragraph, the State will have no obligation to reimburse the Grantee for any additional costs once the Grant Agreement has been terminated.
3. The State may terminate this Grant Agreement and be relieved of any payments should the Grantee fail to perform the requirements of this Grant Agreement at the time and in the manner herein provided. Furthermore, the Grantee, upon termination, shall return grant funds not expended by the Grantee as of the date of termination.
4. If this Grant Agreement is terminated, the State may choose to exclude the Grantee from future Grant Opportunities.
D. FINANCIAL RECORDS
1. The Grantee agrees the State, or their designated representative, shall have the right to review and to copy all records and supporting documentation pertaining to the performance of this Grant Agreement. Grantee agrees to maintain such records for possible audit for a minimum of five (5) years after final payment, unless a longer period of records retention is stipulated or required by law. Grantee agrees to allow the auditor(s) access to such records during normal business hours and to allow interviews of any employees who might reasonably have information related to such records. Furthermore, the Grantee agrees to include a similar right for the State to audit all records and interview staff in any subcontract related to performance of this Grant Agreement.
E. HOLD HARMLESS
1. The Grantee agrees to indemnify, defend, and save harmless the State, its officials, agents and employees from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any and all Grantee’s staff, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other person, firm or corporation furnishing or supplying work services, materials, or supplies in connection with the performance of this Grant Agreement, and from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any person, agency, firm, corporation who may be injured or damaged by the Grantee in performance of this Grant Agreement.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
F. NONDISCRIMINATION
1. The Grantee agrees to comply with State and federal laws outlawing discrimination, including, but not limited to, those prohibiting discrimination because of sex, race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, national origin, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), sexual orientation, political affiliation, position in a labor dispute, age, marital status, and denial of statutorily-required employmentrelated leave. (GC 12990 [a-f] and CCR, Title 2, Section 8103.) G. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
1. The Grantee assures the State it complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability, as well as all applicable regulations and guidelines issued pursuant to the ADA. (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.) H. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
1. The Grantee shall comply with the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990 and will provide a drug-free workplace by taking the following actions:
a. Publish a statement notifying employees that unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited and specifying actions to be taken against employees for violations.
b. Establish a Drug-Free Awareness Program to inform employees about:
i. The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace.
ii. The person's or Organization/Agency's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace. iii. Any available counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs. iv. Penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations. c. Every employee who works on the Project will:
i. Receive a copy of the company's drug-free workplace policy statement. ii. Agree to abide by the terms of the company's statement as a condition of employment on the Grant Agreement.
2. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in suspension of payments under this Grant Agreement, or termination of this Grant Agreement, or both, and Grantee may be ineligible for award of any future Grant Agreements if the department determines that any of the following has occurred:
a. The Grantee has made false certification or violated the certification by failing to carry out the requirements, as noted above. (GC 8350 et seq.)
I. LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES
1. All law enforcement Organization/Agency Grantees shall comply with California law regarding racial profiling. Specifically, law enforcement Organization/Agency Grantees shall not engage in the act of racial profiling, as defined in California Penal Code Section 13519.4.
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J. LABOR CODE/WORKERS' COMPENSATION
1. The Grantee is advised and made aware of the provisions which require every employer to be insured against liability for Worker's Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions, and Grantee affirms to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the work of this Grant Agreement, (refer to Labor Code Section 3700).
K. GRANT APPLICATION INCORPORATION
1. The Grantee agrees the Grant Application and any subsequent changes or additions approved or required by the State is hereby incorporated into this Grant Agreement.
L. STATE LOBBYING
1. The Grantee is advised that none of the funds provided under this Grant Agreement may be used for any activity specifically designed to urge or influence a state or local legislator to favor or oppose the adoption of any specific legislative proposal pending before any state or local legislative body. Such activities include both direct and indirect (e.g., “grassroots”) lobbying activities, with one exception. This does not preclude a state official, whose salary is supported by this Grant Agreement, from engaging in direct communications with the state or local legislative officials, in accordance with customary state and/or local practice.
M. REPRESENTATION AND WARRANTIES
1. The Grantee represents and warrants that:
a. It is validly existing and in good standing under the laws of the State of California, has, or will have the requisite power, authority, licenses, permits, and the like necessary to carry on its business as it is now being conducted and as contemplated in this Grant Agreement, and will, at all times, lawfully conduct its business in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and rules.
b. It is not a party to any Grant Agreement, written or oral, creating obligations that would prevent it from entering into this Grant Agreement or satisfying the terms herein. c. If the Grantee is a Nonprofit Organization/Agency, it will maintain its “Active” status with the California Secretary of State, maintain its “Current” status with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts, and maintain its federal and State of California taxexempt status. If the Grantee subcontracts with a Nonprofit as part of this Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall ensure the Nonprofit will maintain its “Active” status with the California Secretary of State, maintain its “Current” status with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts, and maintain its federal and State of California tax-exempt status.
d. All of the information in its Grant Application and all materials submitted are true and accurate.
N. AIR OR WATER POLLUTION VIOLATION
1. Under the state laws, the Grantee shall not be: (1) in violation of any order or resolution not subject to review promulgated by the State Air Resources Board or an air pollution control district; (2) subject to cease and desist order not subject to review issued pursuant to Section 13301 of the Water Code for violation of waste discharge requirements or discharge prohibitions; or (3) finally determined to be in violation of provisions of federal law relating to air or water pollution.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
O. GRANTEE NAME CHANGE
1. Grantee agrees to immediately inform the State, in writing, of any changes to the name of the person within the Organization/Agency with delegated signing authority.
2. An Amendment is required to change the Grantee's name, as listed on this Grant Agreement. Upon receipt of legal documentation of the name change, the State will process the Amendment. Payment of invoices presented with a new name cannot be paid prior to approval of said Amendment.
P. RESOLUTION
1. A county, city, district, or other local public body shall provide the State with a copy of a resolution, order, motion, or ordinance of the local governing body, which by law, has authority to enter into a Grant Agreement, authorizing execution of the Grant Agreement.
Q. PAYEE DATA RECORD FORM STD. 204
1. This form shall be completed by all non-governmental Grantees.
R. FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEM FOR CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT AGENCY TAXPAYER ID FORM
1. This form shall be completed by all Grantees.
S. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
1. This section serves to make the Grantee aware of specific provisions related to current or former state employees. If Grantee has any questions regarding the status of any person rendering services or involved with the Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall contact the State (California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit) immediately for clarification.
2. Current State Employees:
a. No officer or employee shall engage in any employment, activity, or enterprise, from which the officer or employee receives compensation or has a financial interest, and which is sponsored or funded by any state agency, unless the employment, activity, or enterprise is required, as a condition of regular state employment.
b. No officer or employee shall contract on their own behalf, as an independent Grantee, with any state agency to provide goods or services.
3. Former State Employees:
a. For the two-year period from the date they left state employment, no former state officer or employee may enter into a contract in which they engaged in any of the negotiations, transactions, planning, arrangements, or any part of the decision-making process relevant to this Grant Agreement while employed in any capacity by any state agency. b. For the 12-month period from the date they left state employment, no former state officer or employee may enter into a contract with any state agency if they were employed by that state agency in a policy-making position in the same general subject area as the proposed Grant Agreement within the 12-month period prior to their leaving state service.
4. The authorized representative of the Grantee Organization/Agency, named within this Grant Agreement, warrants their Organization/Agency and its employees have no personal or financial interest and no present or past employment or activity, which would be incompatible with
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
participating in any activity related to this Grant Agreement. For the duration of this Grant Agreement, the Organization/Agency and its employees will not accept any gift, benefit, gratuity or consideration, or begin a personal or financial interest in a party who is associated with this Grant Agreement.
5. The Grantee Organization/Agency and its employees shall not disclose any financial, statistical, personal, technical, media-related, and/or other information or data derived from this Grant Agreement, made available for use by the State, for the purposes of providing services to the State, in conjunction with this Grant Agreement, except as otherwise required by law or explicitly permitted by the State in writing. The Grantee shall immediately advise the State of any person(s) who has access to confidential Project information and intends to disclose that information in violation of this Grant Agreement.
6. The Grantee will not enter into any Grant Agreement or discussions with third parties concerning materials described in paragraph five (5) prior to receiving written confirmation from the State that such third party has a Grant Agreement with the State, similar in nature to this one.
7. The Grantee warrants that only those employees who are authorized and required to use the materials described in paragraph 5 will have access to them.
8. If the Grantee violates any provisions in the above paragraphs, such action by the Grantee shall render this Grant Agreement void.
T. EQUIPMENT-USE TERMS
1. The Grantee agrees any equipment purchased under this Grant Agreement shall be used for impaired driving efforts.
2. Law Enforcement Projects:
a. Oral Fluid Drug Screening Devices and Cannabis/Marijuana Breath Testing Equipment - The Grantee agrees to ensure all personnel using road-side drug testing equipment, including oral fluid drug testing devices and/or cannabis/marijuana breath testing devices, purchased with grant funds from this Grant Agreement, are trained to recognize alcohol and drug impairment.
At a minimum, personnel using these devices should receive Standardized Field Sobriety Testing training. These personnel are also encouraged to attend Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement and Drug Recognition Evaluator training. Prior to using these devices, the Grantee agrees to obtain permission from their local prosecutor’s office, establish a policy ensuring appropriate use, and require the staff using these devices to receive appropriate training, which may include training from the manufacturer. This will help ensure the equipment is used appropriately. The Grantee shall advise the State (California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit) of any legal challenges or other items of significance that may affect the use or legal acceptance of these devices.
Additionally, the State may request additional information about the performance of these devices, including information about their use, accuracy, and feedback from personnel using the devices.
b. Law Enforcement Vehicles – The Grantee agrees any law enforcement vehicles purchased with Grant funds, from this Grant Agreement, will be primarily used for the enforcement of driving under the influence laws and/or providing public education, related to the dangers of driving under the influence. Additionally, any vehicle purchased using funds from this Grant Agreement shall comply with all California Vehicle Code and California Code of Regulation requirements. The State may require the Grantee to mark these vehicles with a decal and/or emblem, indicating the vehicle is used for driving under the influence enforcement.
Schedule A
Huntington Park Police Department
The Grantor determined awards and adjustments based on the Project’s merit, operational scale, compliance with the Request for Application (RFA), and program regulations. Certain activities or budget items proposed in Schedule A may have been deemed ineligible for funding. The final, binding list of authorized activities and expenses is set forth in Schedule B - Detailed Budget Estimate.
Project Description
The proposed project seeks funding through the California Highway Patrol’s Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program to strengthen our agency’s capacity to reduce cannabis- and other drug-impaired driving, increase community awareness of impaired driving dangers, and enhance overall traffic safety within our jurisdiction.
Through a combination of targeted DUI/DUID enforcement operations, specialized training for officers on drug recognition, and proactive public education/outreach efforts, the project will address impaired driving trends and support safer roadways. These efforts will be structured to align with the goals of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program by promoting enforcement, education, and prevention strategies that directly contribute to the reduction of alcohol- and drug-related crashes, with an emphasis on cannabis-related impairment.
Problem Statement
The City of Huntington Park experiences significant traffic safety challenges related to impaired driving, including drug impaired driving involving cannabis. Huntington Park is a densely populated community of approximately 60,000 residents within 3 square miles, with major arterial roadways such as Pacific Boulevard, Florence Avenue, and Slauson Avenue experiencing high traffic volumes, pedestrian activity, and commercial congestion. These conditions increase the risk of traffic collisions and place both motorists and pedestrians at heightened risk when impaired drivers are present on our roadways.
As cannabis availability has increased statewide, so too has the complexity of detecting and addressing drug impaired driving. Unlike alcohol, cannabis impairment is more difficult to detect and requires specialized training and enforcement strategies. Officers continue to encounter drivers operating vehicles under the influence of drugs, including cannabis, contributing to collisions, injuries, and preventable safety hazards. The Department’s existing staffing and training resources limit our ability to conduct sustained DUI saturation patrols, specialized drug recognition enforcement, and proactive traffic operations focused specifically on cannabis impaired driving.
Given Huntington Park’s high population density, regional traffic flow, and pedestrian heavy corridors, additional grant funding is necessary to support targeted traffic enforcement, overtime patrols, Drug Recognition Expert training, equipment and public education efforts aimed at reducing cannabis impaired driving. These resources will directly enhance roadway safety, reduce injury collisions, and improve overall traffic safety outcomes within the community.
Performance Measures/Scope of Work (Proposed Solution)
The Department will conduct 20 DUI saturation patrols using two officer units, deploying five operations per quarter. These operations will focus on high traffic corridors and areas with elevated collision activity. The goal is to reduce DUI and DUID related injury collisions by 10 percent. Budgeted resources include sworn overtime and DUI processing supplies. These operations will increase enforcement visibility and remove cannabis impaired drivers from the roadway.
The Department will conduct 4 DUI checkpoints, one per quarter, at locations selected based on collision and traffic data. Each checkpoint will be staffed by both sworn and non-sworn personnel. Sworn officers will handle screening and enforcement, while non-sworn staff will assist with traffic control, dispatch, and administrative duties. On average, approximately 1,000 vehicles drive through, and the Department will screen approximately 500 of those drivers, aiming to reduce DUI and DUID collisions by 15 percent.
Budgeted resources include sworn and non-sworn overtime, supervisory staffing, and checkpoint supplies.
Three officers will be trained and certified as Drug Recognition Experts during the grant period. Training will occur in the first three quarters, with full deployment in the fourth quarter. The goal is to increase DUID arrest accuracy and expand the Department’s capacity to detect cannabis impaired drivers. Budgeted resources include tuition, overtime backfill, and travel if required.
Schedule A
Ten officers will complete SFST and ARIDE training to improve roadside detection of drug impaired drivers.
Training will be completed by the third quarter, with full operational use in the fourth quarter. The goal is to increase impaired driving detection and strengthen case quality. Budgeted resources include training costs and overtime backfill.
Through these combined enforcement and training efforts, the Huntington Park Police Department aims to reduce impaired driving, improve detection of cannabis related DUID cases, and enhance roadway safety throughout the City.
Project Performance Evaluation
The effectiveness of the Project will be evaluated using both quantitative and qualitative data collected throughout the grant period. Quantitative measures will include the number of DUI saturation patrols conducted, DUI checkpoints completed, total drivers screened, DUI and DUID arrests made, collision data involving impaired drivers, and the number of officers trained in DRE, SFST, and ARIDE. Year over year comparisons will be conducted to measure reductions in DUI and DUID related injury collisions, with a target reduction of 10 to 15 percent. Arrest data, citation data, and collision statistics will be tracked monthly and reviewed quarterly to monitor trends and adjust deployment strategies as needed.
Qualitative data will include officer feedback regarding detection effectiveness, improvements in case quality, prosecutorial filing rates, and community observations regarding visible enforcement efforts. Supervisors will review arrest reports and enforcement activity to ensure training is being applied effectively in the field. The increased number of trained personnel and DRE certified officers will also be evaluated based on their utilization during enforcement operations and case outcomes.
Project results will be shared internally through quarterly command staff meetings, traffic unit updates, and performance reviews to ensure accountability and operational transparency. Externally, results will be communicated to the community through press releases, social media updates, and presentations to City leadership. DUI checkpoint results and enforcement summaries will be publicly posted to reinforce deterrence and demonstrate the Department’s commitment to roadway safety. This structured evaluation and communication plan will ensure measurable outcomes, transparency, and sustained positive impact within the City of Huntington Park.
Program Sustainability
The Department recognizes that grant funding is temporary and has developed a sustainability plan to reduce reliance on future grant funds while maintaining impaired driving enforcement efforts. During the grant period, the primary focus will be on building internal capacity through training and structured enforcement planning.
By training three Drug Recognition Experts and ten additional officers in SFST and ARIDE, the Department will significantly expand its in-house expertise. These certifications remain with the agency beyond the grant cycle, allowing continued enforcement without additional long-term training costs.
The Department will gradually integrate impaired driving enforcement into routine patrol operations rather than relying solely on overtime-funded deployments. As more officers become trained and experienced in detecting cannabis impaired drivers, DUI enforcement will become a standard operational expectation during regular patrol shifts. Traffic safety operations will be incorporated into the Department’s annual traffic safety plan and strategically scheduled during high risk periods using existing staffing when feasible.
The Department will also seek cost sharing partnerships with neighboring agencies when appropriate to maintain regional enforcement presence.
In summary, the sustainability plan focuses on investing grant funds in training and operational capacity building during the grant year, then transitioning to internally supported enforcement efforts within one to two years. This approach ensures continued impaired driving enforcement while minimizing dependency on future grant funding.
Schedule A
Administrative Support
The Huntington Park Police Department has extensive experience successfully managing state and federal grant programs, including traffic safety and law enforcement related grants. The Department has administered prior Office of Traffic Safety, CHP, and other public safety grants and has established internal procedures to ensure compliance with reporting, fiscal accountability, and performance measure requirements. Grant oversight is coordinated through command staff in collaboration with the City’s Finance Department to ensure proper budgeting, tracking of expenditures, and timely submission of required reports.
The Project will be managed by a designated Grant Coordinator at the supervisory level who will oversee implementation, scheduling of enforcement operations, training coordination, data collection, and progress reporting. A Traffic Supervisor will provide operational supervision of DUI saturation patrols and checkpoints to ensure alignment with grant objectives. The Department’s administrative staff will assist with timekeeping, overtime documentation, procurement processes, and record retention in accordance with grant guidelines.
The City’s Finance Division will manage reimbursement requests, financial tracking, and audit compliance.
The Department possesses the necessary resources to successfully complete the Project. Existing facilities support training coordination and operational briefings. These established administrative systems, experienced personnel, and available physical resources ensure the Department has the infrastructure and capacity to fully implement and successfully complete the Project within the performance period.
Schedule B
Detailed Budget Estimate
Award Number Organization/Agency Total Amount
30921 Huntington Park Police Department $404,846.00
Cost Category Line Item Name Total Cost to Grant
Other Direct Costs
DUI Checkpoint Materials & Supplies $8,800.00
Category Sub-Total $8,800.00
Personnel
SFST/ARIDE Training - Attend $14,400.00
DRE Training - Attend $38,800.00
DUI Checkpoints $92,808.00
DUI Saturation Patrol $50,400.00
Category Sub-Total $196,408.00
Travel
Training Travel Costs (SFST, ARIDE and
DRE) $4,138.00
Category Sub-Total $4,138.00
Equipment
DUI Patrol Vehicle (Includes Outfitting &
Decals) $138,000.00
DUI Motorcycle (Includes Outfitting &
Decals) $57,500.00
Category Sub-Total $195,500.00
Grant Total $404,846.00
Schedule B-1
Budget Narrative
Huntington Park Police Department
Prior to engaging in grant-funded Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints, or other enforcement activities in areas where the grantee does not have primary traffic jurisdiction, the grantee should consult with the agency having primary traffic jurisdiction.
Other Direct Costs
DUI Checkpoint Materials & Supplies
$8,800.00
4 Standing Portable DUI Lights: $2,000 each x 4 = $8,000 20 Reflective Vests x $40 each = $2,000
Personnel
SFST/ARIDE Training – Attend
$14,400.00
SFST sessions to train 10 officers. Sessions will be held outside regular hours and compensated at the overtime rate including benefits.
10 Officers x 8 hours x $180 per hour = $14,400
DRE Training - Attend
$38,800.00
Three officers will attend DRE training. Rate includes overtime compensation with benefits. 3 Officers x 72 hours x $180 per hour = $38,880
DUI Checkpoints
$92,808.00
Each of the four checkpoints will be staffed with 10 officers, 5 non-sworn personnel, 1 sergeant, working 9-hour shifts at overtime rates.
Staffing Per Checkpoint (4 total):
10 Officers @ $180/hr
5 Non-Sworn Staff @ $110/hr
1 Sergeant @ $228/hr
Shift Duration: 9 hours
Number of Checkpoints: 4
Cost Breakdown:
Officers: 10 x 9 hrs x $180 x 4 = $64,800
Non-Sworn (PSO/PEO/CADETS and Dispatchers): 5 x 9 hrs x $110 x 4 = $19,800 Sergeants: 1 x 9 hrs x $228 x 4 = $8,208
Total: $92,808
DUI Saturation Patrol
$50,400.00
20 DUI saturation patrol operations will be conducted using 2-man teams.
Each event will consist of two officer teams for a 7-hour overtime shift.
Number of Patrols: 20
Personnel per Patrol: 2 Officers per team
Duration: 7 hours
Rate of Pay: $180 per hour overtime with benefits
Total Cost: 20 x 2 Officers x 7 hrs. x $180 = $50,400
Schedule B-1
Budget Narrative
Huntington Park Police Department
Prior to engaging in grant-funded Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints, or other enforcement activities in areas where the grantee does not have primary traffic jurisdiction, the grantee should consult with the agency having primary traffic jurisdiction.
Travel
Training Travel Costs (SFST, ARIDE and DRE)
$4,138.00
Travel Budget – SFST, ARIDE, and DRE Training
Travel funds are requested to cover mileage and per diem expenses associated with sending personnel to SFST, ARIDE, and DRE training courses, if hosted outside the local area.
SFST / ARIDE Training (10 Officers)
Estimated mileage reimbursement at $0.67 per mile (100-mile round trip):
10 Officers x 100 miles x $0.67 = $670
Per diem for meals if applicable at $64 per day:
10 Officers x $64 = $640
Estimated Total SFST / ARIDE Travel Cost: $1,310
DRE Training (4 Officers)
Estimated mileage reimbursement at $0.67 per mile (100-mile round trip):
4 Officers x 100 miles x $0.67 = $268
Per diem for meals for 10 training days at $64 per day:
4 Officers x 10 days x $64 = $2,560
Estimated Total DRE Travel Cost: $2,828
Total Estimated Travel Budget: $4,138
REIMBURSEMENT WILL BE AT CALIFORNIA STATE (CALHR) RATES. ANY COSTS BEYOND STATE TRAVEL RATES WILL BE THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE GRANTEE.
Schedule B-1
Budget Narrative
Huntington Park Police Department
Prior to engaging in grant-funded Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints, or other enforcement activities in areas where the grantee does not have primary traffic jurisdiction, the grantee should consult with the agency having primary traffic jurisdiction.
Equipment
DUI Patrol Vehicle (Includes Outfitting & Decals)
$138,000.00
DUI/DUID Patrol Vehicle - 2026 Dodge Durango Police Package - Cost including tax and license: $75,000 The Department previously purchased one dedicated DUI enforcement vehicle through prior grant funding.
However, due to the size of the Department, shift staffing patterns, and the increased number of planned enforcement operations under this Project, a single vehicle is insufficient to meet operational demands. DUI saturation patrols, checkpoints, and routine traffic enforcement frequently occur on different shifts and may overlap with other traffic safety initiatives. A second dedicated DUI vehicle will ensure operational continuity when the first vehicle is already deployed, undergoing maintenance, or assigned to another enforcement activity.
Adding a second DUI vehicle will increase flexibility, reduce downtime between operations, and allow simultaneous deployment, when necessary, particularly during high-risk enforcement periods. It will also ensure that trained DRE, SFST, and ARIDE officers have consistent access to properly equipped vehicles without diverting standard patrol units from regular service calls. This investment strengthens the Department’s long term impaired driving enforcement capacity and maximizes the effectiveness of grant funded operations within the City of Huntington Park.
MDC - $5,000
Code 3 Emergency lights Equipment and Installation: $45,000 Motorola Radio: $12,000
Graphics: $1,000
* NOTE: CGU WILL ONLY COVER 1 YEAR RADIO ESSENTIAL SERVICE- AGENCY IS RESPONSIBLE FOR
REMAINING WARRANTY COSTS
DUI Motorcycle (Includes Outfitting & Decals)
$57,500.00
DUI/DUID Motorcycle - 2026 BMW Motorcycle Police Package - Cost including tax and license: $45,000 Grant funding is requested for the purchase of a traffic enforcement motorcycle to enhance impaired driving and traffic safety operations. A motorcycle provides increased maneuverability and rapid response capabilities, particularly in high congestion corridors and densely populated urban areas where traditional patrol vehicles may experience delays.
The motorcycle will be deployed during DUI saturation patrols, checkpoints, and targeted traffic enforcement operations, allowing officers to more effectively identify and stop impaired drivers and hazardous moving violations.
Its high visibility also serves as a strong deterrent, increasing public awareness and voluntary compliance with traffic laws.
The addition of a motorcycle will expand the department’s enforcement capabilities, improve response efficiency, and directly support the grant’s objective of reducing alcohol related crashes, injuries, and fatalities.
Motorola Radio: $12,000
Graphics: $500
* NOTE: CGU WILL ONLY COVER 1 YEAR RADIO ESSENTIAL SERVICE- AGENCY IS RESPONSIBLE FOR
REMAINING WARRANTY COSTS
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
Public Works Department
City Council Agenda Report
September 8, 2026
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 OF APPROVAL TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR CIP 2025-02 SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING KITCHEN AND RESTROOOM
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Award the construction contract to Bridgerock Construction, Inc for the construction of CIP 2025-02 Salt Lake Park Building Renovation Project for the not-to-exceed amount of $686,820; and
2. Approve a 15% construction contingency in the amount of $103,023, project management and inspection in the amount of $30,000, and labor compliance in the amount of $20,000; and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the construction contract agreement and all change orders in good faith.
4. Staff recommend City Council adopt the resolution to award a construction contract for CIP 2025-02 Salt Lake Park Building Kitchen and Restroom Improvements Project.
PURPOSE/JUSTIFICATION OF RECOMMENDED ACTION
On June 30, 2026, staff began advertising the Notice Inviting Bid (NIB) for CIP 2025-02 Salt Lake Park Building Renovation Project. The Improvements include renovations to the Salt Lake Park Building such as improvements to the flooring, ceiling, lighting, walls, in the hallways, offices, and conference rooms.
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR CIP 2025-02 SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING KITCHEN AND RESTROOM
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
September 8, 2026
The city advertised the CIP 2025-02 Salt Lake Park Building Renovation Project on PlanetBids in accordance with our standard procurement procedures, seeking competitive bids to ensure the best value for public funds. A bid opening was held on July 17, 2026, where the City received three (3) bids. The following was the ranking of bids commencing from the lowest apparent bidder:
Bidder (lowest bid first) Total Bid
Bedrock Group, Inc. $1,988,500.00
Full Swing Construction, Inc. $3,173,000.00
CALTEC Corp. $3,700,000.00
It was determined that Bedrock Group, Inc., was the lowest bidder. The bid analysis was conducted, and it was found that Bedrock Group, Inc.’s bid was not compliant with the bid specifications for the following items:
• SAM.Gov not up to date
• Missing ARPA document
Therefore, staff decided to disqualify the lowest bidder, Bedrock Group, Inc., and proceed with the second lowest bidder Full Swing, Inc.
After reviewing the bid proposal from Full Swing, Inc., it was determined that the bid amount exceeded the budget for this project and therefore the recommendation was to reject all bids and re-advertise the project with a reduced scope.
On August 18, 2026, staff began re-advertising the revised Salt Lake Park Building Kitchen and Restroom Improvements Project. The improvements include the remodel of the restrooms and kitchen at the Salt Lake Park Building including new floors, lighting, ceiling, fixtures, and paint.
The city advertised the CIP 2025-02 Salt Lake Park Building Kitchen and Restroom Improvements Project on PlanetBids in accordance with our standard procurement procedures, seeking competitive bids to ensure the best value for public funds. A bid opening was held on September 1, 2026, where the City received eleven (11) bids. The following was the ranking of bids commencing from the lowest apparent bidder:
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR CIP 2025-02 SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING KITCHEN AND RESTROOM
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
September 8, 2026
Bidder (lowest bid first) Total Bid
Deluxe Dwelling $499,985.00
All American Building Services $514,995.00
Bridgerock Construction, Inc $686,820.00
Full Swing Construction, Inc $763,950.00
R Dependable Construction, Inc $825,000.00
Wakeco, Inc $884,714.00
Caltec Corp $945,000.00
Ramsa Construction, Inc $1,085,000.00
Newman Midland Corp $1,137,991.00
Bedrock Group, Inc $1,159,000.00
Lumar Corp $1,258,000.00
It was determined that Deluxe Dwelling was the lowest bidder. The bid analysis was conducted, and it was found that Deluxe Dwellings’ bid was not compliant with the bid specifications for the following items:
• Did not meet the minimum requirements for work experience with similar projects.
Therefore, staff decided to disqualify the lowest bidder, Deluxe Dwelling, and proceed with the second lowest bidder All American Building Services. The bid analysis was conducted, and it was found that All American Building Services’ bid was not compliant with the bid specifications for the following items:
• Did not meet the minimum requirements for work experience with similar projects.
Therefore, staff decided to disqualify the second lowest bidder, All American Building Services, and proceed with the third lowest bidder Bridgerock Construction, Inc.
The bid analysis was conducted for Bridgerock Construction, Inc. to ensure they met all requirements. Based on the investigation it concluded that Bridgerock Construction, Inc. has met all requirements and is the Lowest Responsive and Responsible Bidder.
LEGAL REQUIREMENT
The city adhered to the Public Contract Code sections 20161 and 20162, which mandate California public works projects to be competitively bid. The public works competitive bidding laws are intended to eliminate favoritism, fraud, and corruption in the awarding of public contracts. The construction contract agreement conforms with all applicable State, local, and public contracting codes, and consents to the proper execution by the City
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR CIP 2025-02 SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING KITCHEN AND RESTROOM
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
September 8, 2026
Manager. The City Clerk’s Office will release the bid bonds for all construction firms that were not selected after approval from the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT/FINANCING
The project budget is outlined below:
Funding Source Funding Amount
ARPA Revenue Loss $750,000.00
NRA Grant $1,400,000.00
Total Budget $2,150,000.00
The project estimate is outlined below:
Construction Contract $686,820.00
Contingency 15% $103,023.00
Total Construction Cost $789,843.00
Construction management, inspection,
materials testing/inspection $30,000.00
Labor Compliance $20,000.00
Project Total $839,843.00
Staff recommends awarding the construction contract to Bridgerock Construction, Inc. for the construction of CIP 2025-02 Salt Lake Park Building Kitchen and Restroom Improvements Project as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder for a not to exceed amount of $686,820.00 and approve a 15% contingency in the amount of $103,023.00, and additional soft costs in the amount of $50,000.00 for a project total of $839,843.00 which is within the total project budget amount of $2,150,000.00.
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR CIP 2025-02 SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING KITCHEN AND RESTROOM
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
September 8, 2026
CONCLUSION
Upon Council approval, staff will proceed with the recommended actions.
Respectfully submitted,
RICARDO REYES
City Manager
GERARDO LOPEZ
Director of Public Works
ATTACHMENT(S)
1. Bridgerock Construction, Inc. Bid
2. Construction Contract
3. Resolution
BID B-1
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID” BID
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING KITCHEN AND RESTROOM IMPROVEMENTS CIP NO. 2025-02
TO THE HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK:
The undersigned, as Bidder, declares that: (1) this Bid is made without collusion with any other person and that the only persons or parties interested as principals are those named herein; (2) the undersigned has carefully examined the Contract Documents (including all Addenda) and the Project site; and (3) the undersigned has investigated and is satisfied as to the conditions to be encountered, the character, quality and quantities of Work to be performed, and the materials to be furnished. Furthermore, the undersigned agrees that submission of this Bid shall be conclusive evidence that such examination and investigation have been made and agrees, in the event the Contract be awarded to it, to execute the Contract with the City of Huntington park to perform the Project in accordance with the Contract Documents in the time and manner therein prescribed, and to furnish or provide all materials, labor, tools, equipment, apparatus and other means necessary so to do, except as may otherwise be furnished or provided under the terms of the Contract Documents, for the following stated unit prices or lump-sum price as submitted on the Bid herein.
Bidder acknowledges receipt of all addenda, as follows:
Addendum No. _______________ Date: ____________________ Addendum No. _______________ Date: ____________________ Addendum No. _______________ Date: ____________________ Addendum No. _______________ Date: ____________________ The undersigned submits as part of this Bid a completed copy of its Industrial Safety Record. This Safety Record includes all construction Work undertaken in California by the undersigned and any partnership, joint venture or corporation that any principal of the undersigned participated in as a principal or owner for the last five (5) calendar years and the current calendar year before the date of Bid submittal. Separate information is being submitted for each such partnership, joint venture, or corporate or individual Bidder. The undersigned may attach any additional information or explanation of data that it would like to be taken into consideration in evaluating the Safety Record. An explanation of the circumstances surrounding any and all fatalities is attached.
Accompanying this Bid is cash, a cashier’s check, a certified check or a Bid Bond in an amount equal to at least ten percent (10%) of the total aggregate Bid price based on the quantities shown and the unit prices quoted. The undersigned further agrees that, should it be awarded the Contract and thereafter fail or refuse to execute the Contract and provide the required evidence of insurance and Bonds within fifteen (15) Days after delivery of the Contract to the undersigned, then the cash, check or Bid Bond shall be forfeited to the City to the extent permitted by law.
The undersigned certifies to have a minimum of three (3) consecutive years of current experience in the type of Work related to the Project and that this experience is in actual operation of the firm 3 2
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BID B-2
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID” with permanent employees performing a part of the Work as distinct from a firm operating entirely by subcontracting all phases of the Work. The undersigned also certifies to be properly licensed by the State as a contractor to perform this type of Work. The undersigned possesses California Contractor’s License Number ____________, Class _____, which expires on _______________________.
Bidder’s Name: ___________________________________________________ Signature: __________________________________ Title: ___________ Date: ______ Signature: __________________________________ Title: ___________ Date: ______ 12/31/27
1094028 B,C10,C36
Bridgerock Construction Inc.
Principal 08/31/2026
BID B-3
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID”
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
BID SHEETS FOR
SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING KITCHEN AND RESTROOM IMPROVEMENTS CIP NO. 2025-02
Bidder’s Name: ____________________________________________________________ To the Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council:
In compliance with the Notice Inviting Bids, the undersigned hereby agrees to execute the Contract to furnish all labor, materials, equipment and supplies for the Project in accordance with the Contract Documents to the satisfaction and under the direction of the City Engineer, at the following prices:
BASE BID SCHEDULE
ITEM
NO. DESCRIPTION QTY UNIT UNIT PRICES
EXTENDED
AMOUNT
1. Mobilization and Demobilization (Not To Exceed
3% of The Total of All Other Base Contract Bid
Items)
1 LS
2. Hazardous Materials Abatement and Clearance
per the Lead Reports in Appendix D. Abatement
for Restroom and Kitchen indicated within red
rectangle in the report.
1 LS
Contractor must thoroughly review the bid document Plans and Specifications to include all costs in the Total Bid Price to complete this Restroom and Kitchen Improvement Project.
DEMOLITION PHASE
3. Remove and Properly Dispose of all Existing
Designated Doors throughout Restroom and
Kitchen. Contractor to calculate this lump
sum item per the details provided in the
plans and specifications.
1 LS
4. Remove and Demolish Properly Dispose of the
Existing Dashed Line Walls throughout
Restroom and Kitchen Without Damaging
Adjacent Structures and Utilities, Per Demolition
Plans. Contractor to calculate this lump sum
item per the details provided in the plans and
specifications.
1 LS
5. Remove and Demolish Existing Flooring
throughout Restroom and Kitchen Without
Damaging Adjacent Structures or Utilities, Per
1 LS
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BID B-4
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID”
BASE BID SCHEDULE
ITEM
NO. DESCRIPTION QTY UNIT UNIT PRICES
EXTENDED
AMOUNT
Demolition Plan, Path and Repair All Damaged
Flooring to Receive New Flooring, Per Flooring
Plan, Finish Schedule and Construction Plan.
Contractor to calculate this lump sum item
per the details provided in the plans and
specifications.
6. Remove Properly and Dispose all Existing
Gypsum Board and/or Tile & Grid Ceiling,
Electrical Fixtures, Outlets and Miscellaneous,
Per Lighting Plans throughout Restroom and
Kitchen. Contractor to calculate this lump
sum item per the details provided in the
plans and specifications.
1 LS
7. Remove and Properly Dispose of All Existing
Walls and Floor Tiles Throughout Restroom and
Kitchen, U.N.O. Ensure That All Surfaces are
Left Clean and Free of Debris to Prepare for
New Installations. Contractor to calculate this
lump sum item per the details provided in
the plans and specifications.
1 LS
8. Remove and Properly Dispose of all
Restroom and Kitchen Fixtures, Equipment,
And Associated Miscellaneous Items.
Ensure All Utility Connections are Safely
Disconnected and Capped as Required.
Contractor to calculate this lump sum item
per the details provided in the plans and
specifications.
1 LS
9. Remove and Properly Dispose of All
Mechanical, Electrical, And Plumbing
Fixtures in Restrooms and Kitchen. Ensure
All Remaining Systems and Infrastructure
are Protected from
Damage During Demolition. Contractor to
calculate this lump sum item per the details
provided in the plans and specifications.
1 LS
10. Remove all Existing Windows U.N.O,
throughout Restroom and Kitchen. Ensuring
Proper Protection and Reinstatement.
Demolish And Dispose of The Designated
Wall Section to Accommodate the New
1 LS
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8326.82
8326.82
8326.82
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BID B-5
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID”
BASE BID SCHEDULE
ITEM
NO. DESCRIPTION QTY UNIT UNIT PRICES
EXTENDED
AMOUNT
Window Installation Per Construction Plans.
Ensure Structural Integrity
and Compliance with Applicable Building
Codes. Contractor to calculate this lump sum
item per the details provided in the plans and
specifications.
11. Remove and Properly Demolish All Upper and
Base Cabinets and countertops throughout
Restroom and Kitchen. Contractor to
calculate this lump sum item per the details
provided in the plans and specifications.
1 LS
CONSTRUCTION PHASE
12. Inspect, Patch, and Repair all Damaged
Flooring Surfaces as Necessary. Ensure The
Substrate is Properly Prepared to Receive the
New Flooring Finish. All Repairs Shall Provide
Smooth, Stable, and Even Surface Suitable for
the Specified Flooring Installation. Furnish and
Install New Flooring in Full
Compliance with The Finish Schedule and
Manufacturer’s Specifications, throughout the
Restroom and Kitchen Contractor to calculate
this lump sum item per the details provided
in the plans and specifications.
1 LS
13. Construct all New Interior Walls as Indicated
with Hatch Patterns, Per Construction Plans.
Ensure All Work Meets Design Specifications
and Code Requirements. Throughout Restroom
and Kitchen. Contractor to calculate this
lump sum item per the details provided in
the plans and specifications.
1 LS
14. Patch And Repair the Existing Base Ceiling as
Required. Ensure the Surface is Properly
Prepared to Receive the New Ceiling. Furnish
and Install New Gypsum Board, and/or Tile, and
Grid Ceiling in Accordance with RCP Plans.
Throughout the Restroom and Kitchen.
Contractor to calculate this lump sum item
1 LS
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BID B-6
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID”
BASE BID SCHEDULE
ITEM
NO. DESCRIPTION QTY UNIT UNIT PRICES
EXTENDED
AMOUNT
per the details provided in the plans and
specifications.
15. Patch and Repair all Damaged Areas of the
Surrounding Walls to Ensure a Smooth and
Structurally Sound Surface for New Window
Installation. Prepare Openings as Required to
Accommodate New Windows. Furnish And
Install New Windows in Accordance with The
Window Schedule and
Manufacturer's Specifications. Ensure Proper
Sealing, Alignment, And Weatherproofing.
Finish any remaining patching and painting to
restore exterior and interior walls. Throughout
Restroom and Kitchen. Contractor to
calculate this lump sum item per the details
provided in the plans and specifications.
1 LS
16. Patch and Repair all Damaged Wall Areas
Surrounding the Door Openings. Ensure
Surfaces are Properly Prepared to Receive New
Doors. Furnish and Install New Doors as Per the
Door Schedule and Manufacturer's
Specifications. Finish any remaining patching
and painting to restore exterior and interior
walls. Throughout Restroom and Kitchen.
Contractor to calculate this lump sum item
per the details provided in the plans and
specifications.
1 LS
17. Furnish and Install all New Piping and
Mechanical Equipment as Specified in the
Mechanical and Construction Plans. Ensure all
Work Complies with Applicable Codes,
Standards, and Project Requirements.
Coordinate Closely with Mechanical Engineers
to Ensure the Proper Disconnection,
Relocation, and
Reconnection of Existing Systems, Minimizing
Disruption to Operations and Maintaining
System Integrity. Throughout Restroom and
Kitchen. Contractor to calculate this lump
sum item per the details provided in the
plans and specifications.
1 LS
32326.82 32326.82
26026.82 26026.82
86726.82 86726.82
BID B-7
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID”
BASE BID SCHEDULE
ITEM
NO. DESCRIPTION QTY UNIT UNIT PRICES
EXTENDED
AMOUNT
18. Furnish and Install All New Electrical Wiring, and
Conduit and related electrical fixtures as Per
Approved Electrical and Construction Plans. Ensure
Full Compliance with Local Codes, Nec Standards,
And Safety Regulations. Safely Disconnect, Protect,
and Remove Existing Systems as Required Before
Installation or Relocation. Coordinate With all Trades
to Avoid Interferences and Ensure System Integrity.
Contractor to calculate this lump sum item
per the details provided in the plans and
specifications.
1 LS
19. Furnish and Install all new Cabinets, Islands, and
Countertop, Ensuring Proper Anchorage, Alignment,
And Load-Bearing Capacity Per Specifications.
Throughout Restroom and Kitchen. Contractor
to calculate this lump sum item per the
details provided in the plans and
specifications.
1 LS
20. Furnish and Install all Lighting and Electrical
Fixtures and Related Miscellaneous
Components as Indicated in The Reflected
Ceiling Plan (RCP) and Electrical Plans. Ensure
Proper
Installation, Alignment, And Functionality in
Compliance with Applicable Codes and
Specifications. Furnish and install all Electrical
Fixtures indicated in the plans and
specifications. Throughout Restroom and
Kitchen. Contractor to calculate this lump
sum item per the details provided in the
plans and specifications.
1 LS
21. Repair all Loose and Flaking Paint from Interior
Walls. Patch, Sand, And Prepare Surfaces for a
New Wall Finish. Ensure all Existing and New
Walls are Properly Painted as Required.
Throughout Restroom and Kitchen. Contractor
to calculate this lump sum item per the
details provided in the plans and
specifications.
1 LS
22. Furnish and Install all New Kitchen, Restroom,
and Laundry Equipment in Accordance with
Construction Plans and Manufacturer's
Specifications. Ensure Proper Connections,
Alignment, and Functionality of all Units.
Contractor to calculate this lump sum item
1 LS
60476.82 60476.82
37526.82 37526.82
20466.82 20466.82
35376.82 35376.82
42826.82 42826.82
BID B-8
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID”
BASE BID SCHEDULE
ITEM
NO. DESCRIPTION QTY UNIT UNIT PRICES
EXTENDED
AMOUNT
per the details provided in the plans and
specifications.
23. Provide, Install, and/or Apply all Finish Materials in Accordance with The Architectural Documents and
Finish Schedules. Ensure All Finishes are Applied
Uniformly, Match Approved Samples, and or Free of
Defects, Inconsistencies, Or Damage. Throughout
Restroom and Kitchen. Contractor to calculate
this lump sum item per the details provided
in the plans and specifications.
1 LS
24. Testing and Final Cleaning and Closeout 1 LS
TOTAL BASE BID AMOUNT IN NUMBERS $_________
______
TOTAL BASE BID AMOUNT IN WORDS: _______________________________________________ _________________________________________________________________________________ 111326.82 111326.82
6826.76 6826.76
686,820.00
Six Hundred Eighty Six Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty
Dollars
BID B-9
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID” The award of Contract shall be based on the TOTAL BASE BID AMOUNT.
In the case of discrepancies in the amount of bid, unit prices shall govern over extended amounts, and words shall govern over figures.
Full compensation for the items listed to the
right as Items A, B, C, D and E are considered
as inclusive in each Bid Item listed above in the
Bid Schedule as applicable, and no additional
and/or separate compensation will be allowed.
A. Mobilization / Demobilization
B. Traffic Control
C. NPDES, WWECP, and Best Management
Practices (BMPs), Public Convenience and
Safety
D. Construction Staking by Land Surveyor
E. Clearing and Grubbing
The bid prices shall include any and all costs, including labor, materials, appurtenant expenses, taxes, royalties and any and all other incidental costs to complete the project, in compliance with the Bid and Contract Documents and all applicable codes and standards.
The City reserves the right to add, delete, increase or decrease the amount of any quantity shown and to delete any item from the contract and pay the contractor at the bid unit prices so long as the total amount of change does not exceed 25% (plus or minus) of the total bid amount for the entire project. If the change exceeds 25%, a change order may be negotiated to adjust unit bid prices.
All other work items not specifically listed in the bid schedule, but necessary to complete the work per bid and contract documents and all applicable codes and standards are assumed to be included in the bid prices.
A bid is required for the entire work, that the quantities set forth in the Bid Schedule are to calculate total bid amount, and that final compensation under the contract will be based upon the actual quantities of work satisfactorily completed.
TOTAL BID PRICE IN DIGITS: $____________________
TOTAL BID PRICE IN WORDS: _________________________________________________ Signature: __________________________________ Title: ___________ Date: ______ Signature: __________________________________ Title: ___________ Date: ______ Principal 08/31/2026
Six Hundred Eighty Six Thousand Eight Hundred Twenty Dollars 686,820.00
BID B-10
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID”
QUESTIONNAIRE FORM
Fill out all of the following information. Attach additional sheets if necessary. (1) Bidder’s Name:
(2) If the Bidder’s name is a fictitious name, who or what is the full name of the registered owner? If the Bidder’s name is not a fictitious name, write “N/A” in the response to this question. If you are doing business under a fictitious name, provide a copy of the filed valid Fictitious Business Name Statement.
(3) Business Address:
(4) Telephone: Facsimile:
(5) Type of Firm – Individual, Partnership, LLC or Corporation:
(6) Corporation organized under the laws of the State of:
(7) California State Contractor’s License Number and Class:
Original Date Issued: Expiration Date:
(8) DIR Contractor Registration Number:
(9) List the name and title of the person(s) who inspected the Project site for your firm:
(10) The Bidder declares that he/she has carefully read and examined the plans, specifications, bid documents, and he/she has made a personal examination of the site (indicate name of the person, representing the bidder, who inspected the site and date below) and that he/she understands the exact scope of the Project WITHOUT QUESTION.
Name of Person who inspected the site: _____________________ Date of Inspection: _____________________
(11) Number of years’ experience the company has as a contractor in construction work:
(12) List the names, titles, addresses and telephone numbers of all individuals, firm members, partners, joint venturers, and company or corporate officers having a principal interest in this Bid:
(13) List all current and prior D.B.A.’s, aliases, and fictitious business names for any principal having interest in this Bid:
Bridgerock Construction Inc.
N/A
13404 Sycamore Ave. Chino, CA 91710
951-531-3007 934574175
Corporation
California
1094028 - B,C10,C36
07/18/2022 12/31/2027
Andres Curiel - Estimator
Andres Curiel
8/25/26
4 Austin Henig - 13404 Sycamore Ave. Chino, CA 91710 - 951-531-3007 2000003619
BID B-11
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID” (14) List the dates of any voluntary or involuntary bankruptcy judgments against any principal having an interest in this Bid:
(15) For all arbitrations, lawsuits, settlements and the like (in or out of court) that the company or any principal having an interest in this Bid has been involved with in the past five (5) years:
a. List the names, addresses and telephone numbers of contact persons for the parties:
b. Briefly summarize the parties’ claims and defenses:
c. State the tribunal (e.g., Superior Court, American Arbitration Association, etc.), the matter number, and the outcome:
(16) Has the company or any principal having an interest in this Bid ever had a contract terminated by the owner or agency? If yes, explain.
AH Building
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
N/A
BID B-12
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID” (17) Has the company or any principal having an interest in this Bid ever failed to complete a project? If yes, explain.
(18) Has the company or any principal having an interest in this Bid ever been terminated for cause, even if it was converted to a “termination of convenience”? If yes, explain. (19) For projects that the company or any principal having an interest in this Bid has been involved with in the last five (5) years, did you have any claims or actions:
a. By you against the owner? Circle one: Yes No
b. By the owner against you? Circle one: Yes No
c. By any outside agency or individual for labor compliance? Circle one: Yes No
d. By Subcontractors? Circle one: Yes No
e. Are any of these claims or actions unresolved or outstanding? Circle one: Yes No
If your answer is “yes” to any part or parts of this question, explain. (20) List the last three (3) projects you have worked on or are currently working on for the City of Huntington Park:
N/A
N/A
N/A
BID B-13
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID” Upon request of the City, the Bidder shall furnish evidence showing a notarized financial statement, financial data, construction experience, or other additional information.
Failure to provide truthful answers to the questions above or in the following References Form may result in the Bid being deemed non-responsive.
The Bidder certifies under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the information provided above is true and correct.
Company
Signature:
Title:
Date:
Signature:
Title:
Date:
08/31/2026
Principal
BID B-14
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID”
REFERENCES FORM
The bidder is required to state what work of a similar character to that included in the proposed contract they have successfully performed and give references which will enable the City to judge of their responsibility, experience, skill, business and financial standing.
The following are the names, addresses, and telephone numbers for six public agencies for which BIDDER has performed similar work with public agency within the past five years, provide the following information:
Project 1 Name/Number
Project Description ___________________________________________________________ Approximate Construction Dates From: ______________ To:
Agency Name:
Contact Person: Telephone:
Address:
Original Contract Amount: $ Final Contract Amount: $
If final amount is different from original amount, please explain (change orders, extra work, etc.).
Did you or any Subcontractor, file any claims against the Agency? Circle one: Yes No
Did the Agency file any claims against you? Circle one: Yes No If you answered yes to either of the above two questions, please explain and indicate outcome of claims.
Project 2 Name/Number
Project Description ___________________________________________________________ Approximate Construction Date From: ______________ To:
Agency Name:
Contact Person: Telephone:
Bathroom Renovations and ada upgrades
08/01/2025 10/30/2025
City of South El Monte
Jason Espejo
572914.92 546000
Change orders - additional items requested by agency
City Hall Restroom Remodels
06/01/2026 07/05/2026
City of Hawaiian Gardens
Neema Ghanbari 562-420-2641- Ext. 206
[email protected] - 626-246-7777
South El Monte - City Hall + Council Chambers Restroom Upgrades 1415 Santa Anita Ave. South El Monte, CA 91733
CITY HALL RESTROOM RENOVATION, PROJECT 124
BID B-15
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID” Address:
Original Contract Amount: $ Final Contract Amount: $
If final amount is different from original amount, please explain (change orders, extra work, etc.).
Did you or any Subcontractor, file any claims against the Agency? Circle one: Yes No
Did the Agency file any claims against you? Circle one: Yes No If you answered yes to either of the above two questions, please explain and indicate outcome of claims.
Project 3 Name/Number
Project Description ___________________________________________________________ Approximate Construction Dates From: ______________ To:
Agency Name:
Contact Person: Telephone:
Address:
Original Contract Amount: $ Final Contract Amount: $
If final amount is different from original amount, please explain (change orders, extra work, etc.).
Did you or any Subcontractor, file any claims against the Agency? Circle one: Yes No
Did the Agency file any claims against you? Circle one: Yes No If you answered yes to either of the above two questions, please explain and indicate outcome of claims.
21815 Pioneer Blvd. Hawaiian Gardens, CA 90716
218669.00 218669.00
New Carpet, Paint, Ceiling tiles throughout College Campus 01/01/2025 06/01/2025
Rancho Santiago Community College District
Ava Hill 951-741-4829
2900 W Edinger Ave. Santa Ana, CA 92704
596000 596000
Centennial Education Center Interior Improvements
BID B-16
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID” Project 4 Name/Number
Project Description ___________________________________________________________ Approximate Construction Dates From: ______________ To:
Agency Name:
Contact Person: Telephone:
Address:
Original Contract Amount: $ Final Contract Amount: $
If final amount is different from original amount, please explain (change orders, extra work, etc.).
Did you or any Subcontractor, file any claims against the Agency? Circle one: Yes No
Did the Agency file any claims against you? Circle one: Yes No If you answered yes to either of the above two questions, please explain and indicate outcome of claims.
Project 5 Name/Number
Project Description ___________________________________________________________ Approximate Construction Dates From: ______________ To:
Agency Name:
Contact Person: Telephone:
Address:
Original Contract Amount: $ Final Contract Amount: $
If final amount is different from original amount, please explain (change orders, extra work, etc.).
Navigation Center Womens Locker Room Rehabilitation Project Remodel existing bathrooms at navigation center
04/20/2025 6/18/2025
City of Buena Park
Jason Tran 714-562-3680
6650 Beach Blvd. Buena Park CA 90621
229809 229809
Santa Ana Watershed Project Athority Lobby security improvements project and bathroom upgrades
Bathroom upgrades, lobby upgrade, civil work
05/30/2025 08/18/2025
Santa Ana Watershed
Dennis Parker 909-856-4860
11615 Sterling Ave. Riversiode, CA 92503
568284.09 568284.09
BID B-17
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID” Did you or any Subcontractor, file any claims against the Agency? Circle one: Yes No
Did the Agency file any claims against you? Circle one: Yes No If you answered yes to either of the above two questions, please explain and indicate outcome of claims.
Project 6 Name/Number
Project Description ___________________________________________________________ Approximate Construction Dates From: ______________ To:
Agency Name:
Contact Person: Telephone:
Address:
Original Contract Amount: $ Final Contract Amount: $
If final amount is different from original amount, please explain (change orders, extra work, etc.).
Did you or any Subcontractor, file any claims against the Agency? Circle one: Yes No
Did the Agency file any claims against you? Circle one: Yes No If you answered yes to either of the above two questions, please explain and indicate outcome of claims.
El Salvaor Park Bathroom Upgrades
Bathroom conversions to park upgrades
03/01/2025 05/31/2025
City Of Santa Ana
Michelle Cabanas 714-882-0851
20 Civic Center Plaza, Santa Ana, CA
365000 365000
BID B-18
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID” RESUME
Attach to this Bid the experience resume of the person who will be designated as General Construction Superintendent or on-site Construction Manager for the Project.
Bridgerock Construction Inc. | CSLB License #1094028 Page 1 SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING KITCHEN AND RESTROOM IMPROVEMENTS - CIP NO. 2025-02 Miriam Valderrama
Superintendent
Company Bridgerock Construction Inc.
Proposed Project Role General Construction Superintendent / On-Site Construction Manager
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Field superintendent for Bridgerock Construction with hands-on responsibility for daily project execution on public works renovation and tenant-improvement projects. Coordinates field crews, subcontractors, deliveries, inspections, schedule priorities, safety, quality control, and communication between the project team and owner representatives.
CORE FIELD RESPONSIBILITIES
• Direct daily field operations, manpower, work sequencing, and short-term scheduling. • Coordinate subcontractors, vendors, deliveries, inspections, and access in occupied or active facilities. • Maintain daily reports, track progress, identify field conflicts, and communicate required decisions to project management. • Coordinate architectural, plumbing, electrical, framing, finish, and accessibility work to maintain schedule and quality. • Manage punch-list completion, site protection, housekeeping, final corrections, and turnover activities. • Work closely with public agency representatives, inspectors, architects, and consultants on field conditions and compliance items.
REPRESENTATIVE PUBLIC WORKS / REMODEL EXPERIENCE
Riverside Transit Agency - Restroom Improvements, Riverside, CA Supervised phased restroom renovation work in an active transit facility, including demolition, accessibility upgrades, plumbing, electrical, finishes, inspections, field coordination, and phased turnover.
Berlyn Elementary School - Restroom Improvements, Ontario, CA Superintendent-level coordination on DSA school restroom and site improvement work involving demolition, concrete/site work, framing, plumbing, electrical, finishes, accessibility details, inspections, and schedule coordination.
City of Hawaiian Gardens - City Hall Restroom Renovation, Hawaiian Gardens, CA Field supervision and coordination for municipal restroom renovation including demolition, rough construction, MEP coordination, accessibility requirements, finishes, punch work, and closeout.
Experienced in active-facility construction, public works coordination, field problem-solving, inspections, quality control, punch-list completion, and closeout support.
Bridgerock Construction Inc. | CSLB License #1094028 Page 2 SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING KITCHEN AND RESTROOM IMPROVEMENTS - CIP NO. 2025-02 Oscar Valderrama
General Foreman / Plumbing Lead
Company Bridgerock Construction Inc.
Proposed Project Role General Foreman / Plumbing Lead
PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Working foreman for Bridgerock Construction with broad field experience supporting public works renovation projects.
Leads crews in daily production, coordinates layout and trade sequencing, performs and supervises plumbing work, assists with demolition and rough construction, and helps drive projects from mobilization through punch list.
CORE FIELD RESPONSIBILITIES
• Lead field crews, assign daily tasks, and coordinate production with the superintendent and project manager. • Perform and supervise plumbing demolition, rough-in, piping modifications, fixture setting, trim, testing, and corrections. • Coordinate field layout and sequencing with framing, electrical, concrete, tile, drywall, and finish trades. • Identify constructability conflicts and assist with practical field solutions while maintaining plan and code requirements. • Coordinate material needs, tools, access, cleanup, protection, and readiness for inspections. • Support punch-list work, testing, final adjustments, and turnover.
REPRESENTATIVE PUBLIC WORKS / REMODEL EXPERIENCE
Riverside Transit Agency - Restroom Improvements, Riverside, CA Foreman and plumbing lead on multi-phase restroom renovation work, including plumbing demolition and rough-in, fixture installation, piping coordination, field troubleshooting, testing, and coordination with other trades.
Berlyn Elementary School - Restroom Improvements, Ontario, CA Foreman/plumbing coordination on school restroom work involving underground and above-ground plumbing, fixture and carrier work, concrete interface, framing coordination, accessibility requirements, inspections, and finish-phase corrections.
City of Hawaiian Gardens - City Hall Restroom Renovation, Hawaiian Gardens, CA Foreman support and plumbing coordination for municipal restroom renovation, including demolition, underground and rough plumbing, fixture installation, trade coordination, testing, and punch-list completion.
Experienced in active-facility construction, public works coordination, field problem-solving, inspections, quality control, punch-list completion, and closeout support.
BID B-19
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID”
DESIGNATION OF SUBCONTRACTORS
[Public Contract Code Section 4104]
List all Subcontractors who will perform Work or labor or render service to the Contractor in or about the construction of the Work or improvement, or a Subcontractor licensed by the State of California who, under subcontract to the Contractor, specially fabricates and installs a portion of the Work or improvement according to detailed drawings contained in the Plans and Specifications, in an amount in excess of one-half percent (0.5%) of the Contractor’s total Bid or, in the case of bids or offers for the construction of streets or highways, including bridges, in excess of one-half percent (0.5%) of the Contractor’s total Bid or $10,000, whichever is greater. If all Subcontractors do not fit on this page, attach another page listing all information for all other Subcontractors.
Name under which
Subcontractor is
Licensed
and Registered
CSLB License
Number(s) and
Class(es)
DIR Contractor
Registration
Number
Address and
Phone Number
Type of Work
(e.g., Electrical) Dollar Amount
1 The percentage of the total Bid shall represent the “portion of the work” for the purposes of Public Contract Code Section 4104(b).
Contractor shall perform, with its own organization (rather than with Subcontractors), Work amounting to at least fifty percent (51%) of the Contract Price. 59000
Partitions and
bathroom
Accessories
1260 S State
College Pkwy.
Anaheim, CA
92618
YTI Enterprises, Inc. 830286 1000005750
Specialty
Flooring Inc. 933651 1000380822
8956 Redwood
Ave. Fontana
CA 92335
951-727-8743
Epoxy Flooring 15000
26000
Air Clean
Environmental
Inc. 903401 1000009134
5033 Heintz St.
Baldwin Park,
CA 91706 -
323-725-0200
Abatement
1037776 - c6 1000056859 2231 Cape Cod
Way Santa Ana, CA
92703
Millwork 55000
New Star
Construction
Services
BID B-20
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID”
INDUSTRIAL SAFETY RECORD FORM
Bidder’s Name _______________________________________
Current
Year of
Record
2025 2024 2023 2022 2021 Total
Number of contracts
Total dollar amount of contracts
(in thousands of dollars)
Number of fatalities
Number of lost workday cases
Number of lost workday cases
involving permanent transfer to
another job or termination of
employment
The above information was compiled from the records that are available to me at this time and I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the information is true and accurate within the limitations of those records.
Signature:
Title:
Date:
Signature:
Title:
Date:
Bridgerock Construction Inc.
Principal
08/31/2026
0 0 0 0
0 0
0 0 0
0 0
0 0 0
0 21
0 0
2,915.81409
8 7
2,342.36593
6 1,243.69088 6,501.87
BID B-23
BIDDER SHALL COMPLETE AND SUBMIT ALL DOCUMENTS AND PAGES IN SECTION “BID”
NONCOLLUSION DECLARATION FORM
TO BE EXECUTED BY BIDDER AND SUBMITTED WITH BID
[Public Contract Code Section 7106]
The undersigned declares:
I am the ______________________ of ____________________, the party making the foregoing Bid.
The Bid is not made in the interest of, or on behalf of, any undisclosed person, partnership, company, association, organization, or corporation. The Bid is genuine and not collusive or sham.
The Bidder has not directly or indirectly induced or solicited any other Bidder to put in a false or sham Bid. The Bidder has not directly or indirectly colluded, conspired, connived, or agreed with any Bidder or anyone else to put in a sham Bid, or to refrain from bidding. The Bidder has not in any manner, directly or indirectly, sought by agreement, communication, or conference with anyone to fix the Bid price of the Bidder or any other Bidder, or to fix any overhead, profit, or cost element of the Bid price, or of that of any other Bidder. All statements contained in the Bid are true. The Bidder has not, directly or indirectly, submitted his or her Bid price or any breakdown thereof, or the contents thereof, or divulged information or data relative thereto, to any corporation, partnership, company, association, organization, Bid depository, or to any member or agent thereof, to effectuate a collusive or sham Bid, and has not paid, and will not pay, any Person or entity for such purpose.
Any person executing this declaration on behalf of a Bidder that is a corporation, partnership, joint venture, limited liability company, limited liability partnership, or any other entity, hereby represents that he or she has full power to execute, and does execute, this declaration on behalf of the Bidder.
I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing is true and correct and that this declaration is executed on ___________ [date], at ___________________________________________ [city], ______________________ [state].
Signature:
Printed Name:
Date:
Signature:
Printed Name:
Date:
Principal Bridgerock Construction Inc.
August 31, 2026
Chino California
08/31/2026
Austin Henig
1 APPENDIX B
FEDERAL COMPLIANCE REQUIREMENTS
ARPA FUNDED PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS
Project Name:
Project No.:
Agency: City of Huntington Park
Funding Source: American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
All appendices, attachments, exhibits, federal provisions, wage determinations, certifications, forms, and supplemental requirements contained within or referenced in the Bid and Contract Documents are hereby incorporated into and made part of the Contract Documents and shall be included as part of the complete bid packet. Bidders are responsible for reviewing and complying with all requirements contained therein.
Contractor is to fill out and submit pages 1-26 of these documents with your bid to be considered responsive. Failure to acknowledge, execute, or comply with any applicable appendix document or required certification may render a bid non-responsive.
SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING RENOVATION PROJECT 2025-02
SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING RENOVATION PROJECT
CIP NO. 2025-02
2 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. Federal Funding Requirements Overview
2. Contractor Federal Compliance Acknowledgment
3. Federal Contract Provisions (2 CFR Part 200 Appendix II)
4. Davis-Bacon Labor Standards Provisions
5. Copeland Anti-Kickback Act Requirements
6. Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act (CWHSSA)
7. Federal Wage Decision Acknowledgment
8. Certified Payroll Requirements
9. Suspension and Debarment Certification
10.SAM.gov Certification
11.Byrd Anti-Lobbying Certification
12.Build America Buy America (BABA) Certification
13.Equal Employment Opportunity Requirements
14.Title VI Nondiscrimination Requirements
15.Federal Record Retention Requirements
16.Federal Audit and Access to Records
17.Subcontractor Federal Flow-Down Requirements
18.Federal Change Order Requirements
19.Federal Reporting Requirements
20.Contractor Responsibility Certification
21.Procurement Conflict of Interest Certification
22.Federal Labor Compliance Checklist
23.Federal Compliance Pre-Construction Requirements
24.Federal Closeout Requirements
SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING RENOVATION PROJECT 2025-02
3 1. FEDERAL FUNDING REQUIREMENTS OVERVIEW
This Project is funded in whole or in part through the American Rescue Plan Act (“ARPA”) State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (“SLFRF”), Assistance Listing Number (ALN) 21.027.
Contractor and all subcontractors shall comply with all applicable federal requirements, including but not limited to:
• 2 CFR Part 200
• 2 CFR Part 200 Appendix II
• Davis-Bacon Act
• Copeland Anti-Kickback Act
• Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act
• Executive Order 11246
• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964
• Federal Suspension and Debarment Requirements
• Build America Buy America requirements (if applicable) • Applicable U.S. Department of Treasury guidance
The Contractor acknowledges that federal requirements shall apply to all tiers of subcontractors.
SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING RENOVATION PROJECT 2025-02
4 2. CONTRACTOR FEDERAL COMPLIANCE ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The undersigned Contractor acknowledges and certifies the following:
1. Contractor has reviewed all federal funding requirements applicable to this Project.
2. Contractor understands that this Project is federally funded.
3. Contractor agrees to comply with all applicable federal laws, regulations, and guidance.
4. Contractor agrees to comply with all labor standards requirements.
5. Contractor agrees to ensure compliance by all subcontractors.
6. Contractor agrees to maintain all required records.
7. Contractor agrees to cooperate with all audits and reviews.
8. Contractor acknowledges that failure to comply may result in contract termination, withholding of payment, or debarment.
Contractor Name: ______________________________________ Authorized Signature: __________________________________ Printed Name: _________________________________________ Title: ________________________________________________ Date: ________________________________________________
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Bridgerock Construction Inc.
Austin Henig
Principal
08/31/2026
5 3. FEDERAL CONTRACT PROVISIONS
(2 CFR PART 200 APPENDIX II)
A. Remedies
The Agency shall have all administrative, contractual, and legal remedies available in the event Contractor violates or breaches contract terms.
B. Termination for Cause and Convenience
The Agency reserves the right to terminate the contract for cause or convenience.
C. Equal Employment Opportunity
Contractor shall comply with Executive Order 11246.
D. Davis-Bacon Act
Contractor shall comply with the Davis-Bacon Act and pay prevailing wages.
E. Copeland Anti-Kickback Act
Contractor shall comply with the Copeland Anti-Kickback Act.
F. Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act
Contractor shall comply with all overtime and safety requirements.
G. Rights to Inventions
Applicable as required by federal law.
H. Clean Air Act and Federal Water Pollution Control Act Applicable for contracts exceeding federal thresholds.
I. Debarment and Suspension
Contractor certifies that it is not suspended or debarred.
J. Byrd Anti-Lobbying Amendment
Contractor certifies compliance with federal lobbying restrictions.
K. Procurement of Recovered Materials
Contractor shall comply with applicable recovered materials requirements.
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6 4. DAVIS-BACON LABOR STANDARDS PROVISIONS
Contractor and subcontractors shall:
• Pay laborers and mechanics not less than prevailing wages • Submit weekly certified payroll records
• Maintain payroll records for review
• Cooperate with labor interviews and investigations
• Post required federal labor notices
• Comply with apprenticeship requirements
The applicable federal wage determination(s) are incorporated into the Contract Documents.
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7 5. COPELAND ANTI-KICKBACK ACT REQUIREMENTS
Contractor shall comply with the Copeland Anti-Kickback Act (18 U.S.C. §874 and 40 U.S.C. §3145).
Contractor shall not induce any employee to give up any portion of compensation.
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8 6. CONTRACT WORK HOURS AND SAFETY STANDARDS ACT (CWHSSA) Contractor shall comply with all provisions of the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act.
Laborers and mechanics shall receive overtime compensation for hours worked in excess of forty (40) hours per week.
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9 7. FEDERAL WAGE DECISION ACKNOWLEDGMENT
The undersigned acknowledges receipt of the applicable federal wage determination(s).
Contractor Name: ______________________________________ Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: ________________________________________________
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wages
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Bridgerock Construction Inc.
08/31/2026
10 8. CERTIFIED PAYROLL REQUIREMENTS
Contractor shall:
• Submit weekly certified payroll records
• Use forms acceptable to the Agency
• Submit payrolls electronically if required
• Correct deficiencies promptly
• Ensure all subcontractors submit payrolls
Failure to submit certified payroll records may result in withholding of payments.
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11 9. SUSPENSION AND DEBARMENT CERTIFICATION
The Contractor certifies that neither it nor its principals:
• Are presently debarred
• Are suspended
• Proposed for debarment
• Declared ineligible
• Voluntarily excluded from federally funded transactions Contractor Name: ______________________________________ Signature: ____________________________________________ Printed Name: _________________________________________ Title: ________________________________________________ Date: ________________________________________________
SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING RENOVATION PROJECT 2025-02
Bridgerock Construction Inc.
Austin Henig
Principal
08/31/2026
12 10. SAM.GOV CERTIFICATION
The Contractor certifies:
1. Contractor is actively registered in SAM.gov.
2. Contractor maintains an active Unique Entity Identifier (UEI).
3. Contractor shall maintain active SAM registration throughout the duration of the Project.
SAM UEI: _____________________________________________
Contractor Name: ______________________________________ Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: ________________________________________________
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Bridgerock Construction Inc.
08/31/2026
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13 11. BYRD ANTI-LOBBYING CERTIFICATION
The undersigned certifies that:
No federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence a federal officer or employee in connection with the awarding of any federal contract.
Contractor Name: ______________________________________ Signature: ____________________________________________ Printed Name: _________________________________________ Title: ________________________________________________ Date: ________________________________________________
SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING RENOVATION PROJECT 2025-02
Bridgerock Construction Inc.
Austin Henig
Principal
08/31/2026
14 12. BUILD AMERICA BUY AMERICA (BABA) CERTIFICATION
If applicable, Contractor certifies that all iron, steel, manufactured products, and construction materials used in the Project comply with applicable domestic preference requirements.
Contractor shall provide material certifications upon request.
Contractor Name: ______________________________________ Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: ________________________________________________
SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING RENOVATION PROJECT 2025-02
Bridgerock Construction Inc.
08/31/2026
15 13. EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY REQUIREMENTS
Contractor shall not discriminate against any employee or applicant because of:
• Race
• Color
• Religion
• Sex
• National origin
• Age
• Disability
Contractor shall comply with Executive Order 11246.
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16 14. TITLE VI NONDISCRIMINATION REQUIREMENTS
Contractor shall comply with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964.
No person shall be excluded from participation in, denied benefits of, or subjected to discrimination under any federally assisted program.
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17 15. FEDERAL RECORD RETENTION REQUIREMENTS
Contractor shall maintain all project-related records for a minimum of five (5) years after final payment.
Records include but are not limited to:
• Payroll records
• Invoices
• Subcontracts
• Change orders
• Material certifications
• Correspondence
• Audit documentation
• Compliance records
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18 16. FEDERAL AUDIT AND ACCESS TO RECORDS
The Agency, U.S. Department of Treasury, Inspector General, Comptroller General, and authorized representatives shall have access to:
• All books
• Documents
• Payrolls
• Papers
• Electronic records
• Accounting records
Contractor shall cooperate fully with all audits and investigations.
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19 17. SUBCONTRACTOR FEDERAL FLOW-DOWN REQUIREMENTS
Contractor shall incorporate all applicable federal requirements into all subcontracts.
Contractor shall ensure subcontractor compliance with:
• Davis-Bacon
• Federal payroll requirements
• Debarment requirements
• Record retention requirements
• Federal labor standards
• Appendix II contract provisions
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20 18. FEDERAL CHANGE ORDER REQUIREMENTS
No change order shall be approved that conflicts with federal funding requirements.
Contractor acknowledges that:
• Certain changes may require federal review
• Federal eligibility requirements shall apply
• Unauthorized changes may not be reimbursable
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21 19. FEDERAL REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
Contractor shall provide all information necessary for federal reporting requirements.
This may include:
• Workforce information
• Payroll information
• Material sourcing information
• Subcontractor information
• Project status information
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22 20. CONTRACTOR RESPONSIBILITY CERTIFICATION
Contractor certifies:
• Contractor is properly licensed
• Contractor is DIR registered
• Contractor is financially capable of performing the work • Contractor has not been disqualified from public works • Contractor can comply with all federal requirements
Contractor Name: ______________________________________ Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: ________________________________________________
SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING RENOVATION PROJECT 2025-02
Bridgerock Construction Inc.
08/31/2026
23 21. PROCUREMENT CONFLICT OF INTEREST CERTIFICATION
Contractor certifies that no conflict of interest exists related to this federally funded contract.
Contractor shall immediately disclose any actual or potential conflicts.
Contractor Name: ______________________________________ Signature: ____________________________________________ Date: ________________________________________________
SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING RENOVATION PROJECT 2025-02
Bridgerock Construction Inc.
08/31/2026
24 22. FEDERAL LABOR COMPLIANCE CHECKLIST
Contractor Requirements
☐ Active DIR Registration
☐ Active SAM Registration
☐ Federal Wage Determination Reviewed
☐ California Wage Determination Reviewed
☐ Subcontractor Compliance Verified
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25 23. FEDERAL COMPLIANCE PRE-CONSTRUCTION REQUIREMENTS Prior to beginning work, Contractor shall submit:
• Contractor contact information
• Subcontractor list
• DIR registration verification
• SAM registration verification
• Certified payroll contact
• Construction schedule
• Material submittals
• Insurance and bonds
Contractor shall attend a mandatory pre-construction meeting.
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26 24. FEDERAL CLOSEOUT REQUIREMENTS
Prior to final payment, Contractor shall submit:
• Final certified payroll records
• Final subcontractor compliance verification
• Material certifications
• Final lien releases
• Warranty documentation
• Final federal compliance certification
Contractor acknowledges that final payment may be withheld pending completion of all federal compliance requirements.
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CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT
Bridgerock, Inc for the construction of CIP 2025-02 SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING
KITCHEN AND RESTROOM IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
THIS CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT (“Agreement”) is made and entered into this 8TH day of September 2026 (hereinafter, the “Effective Date”), by and between the CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK, a municipal corporation (“CITY”), and Bridgerock Construction, Inc. (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, Agency 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 that certain document entitled “Scope of Services” and attached hereto as Exhibit “A” (hereinafter referred to as the “Scope of Services”). CONTRACTOR further agrees to furnish to CITY all labor, materials, tools, supplies, equipment, services, tasks and work necessary to competently perform and timely complete the services and tasks as 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 have a term of 65 Calendar days commencing form the Effective Date of the Notice-to-Proceed issued by the City unless terminated as provided elsewhere in this Agreement (hereinafter, the “Term”). 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 as further set out herein.
1.3 COMPENSATION:
A. CONTRACTOR shall perform the various services and task set forth in Scope of Services Exhibit “A”.
B. Section 1.3(A) notwithstanding, CONTRACTOR’s total compensation during the Term of this Agreement or any extension shall not exceed the budgeted aggregate sum of $686,820 (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 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 days 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 for a period of three (3) years after the expiration or termination of this Agreement. CITY shall have the reasonable right to access and examine such records, without charge.
CITY shall own and 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 Director of Public Works (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 Austin Henig 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(s)) 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 subcontractor. 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 subcontractors 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 subcontractors fail or refuse to perform the Work in a manner acceptable to the CITY, such officer, employee, agent, or subcontractor 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 SUB- CONTRACTOR 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, subcontractor 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 5.2(B)(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 subcontractors 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:
CONTRACTOR: CITY:
Bridgerock Construction, Inc. City of Huntington Park
13404 Sycamore Ave 6550 Miles Avenue
Chino, CA 91710 Huntington Park, CA 90255
Austin Henig, President Attn: Ricardo Reyes, City Manager Phone: 951-531-3007 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 subcontract any portion of the Work required by this Agreement, except as expressly stated herein, without the prior written approval of CITY. Subcontract(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.
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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 BRIDGEROCK CONSTRUCTION, INC.
By: Ricardo Reyes, City Manager By: Austin Henig
Date: Date:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By: Andrew Sarega, Interim City Attorney
ATTEST:
Pat Jacquez- Nares, Interim City Clerk
Date:
EXHIBIT “A”
SCOPE OF WORK
(SEE ATTACHED)
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK,
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL TO AWARD A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR CIP 2025-02 SALT LAKE PARK BUILDING KITCHEN AND RESTROOM
IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT
WHEREAS, The first round of bids for Salt Lake Park Building Renovation on June 30, 2026, was rejected due to high cost. Council approved to readvertise project at a reduced scope; and
WHEREAS, On August 18, 2026, the Salt Lake Park Building Kitchen and Restroom Improvements Project was readvertised, and on September 1, 2026, city clerk opened bids. The first and second lowest bidder, Deluxe Dwelling and All American Building Services were disqualified due to lack of experience with similar projects. It was confirmed that the third lowest bidder, Bridgerock Construction, Inc., was the lowest responsive and responsible bidder; and
WHEREAS, The city will receive an estimated $750,000 in ARPA funding, and $1,400,000 in CNRA funding for a total project budget of $2,150,000; and WHEREAS, Staff recommends award of a construction contract to Bridgerock Construction, Inc. in the amount of $686,820; and
WHEREAS, Staff recommends approval of the construction contingency of 15% for $103,023 and soft costs of $50,000 (CM/Inspection & labor compliance).
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK, CALIFORNIA, HEREBY FINDS, DETERMINES AND RESOLVES AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The City Council of the City of Huntington Park hereby finds and declares that the foregoing recitals are true and correct and incorporates them herein as findings and as a substantive part of this Resolution.
Section 2: A construction contract to Bridgerock Construction, Inc., as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, for the Salt Lake Park Building Kitchen and Restroom Improvements Project in the amount of $686,820 is hereby awarded and the Mayor is authorized to execute the contract in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Section 3: Authorize construction contingencies of up to $103,023 for unforeseen conditions.
Section 4: Authorize construction management, inspection, and labor compliance services for up to $50,000.
Section 5: Authorize the Mayor to execute this Resolution for and on behalf of the City of Huntington Park.
Section 6: This Resolution shall take full force and effect immediately upon adoption by the City Council.
ADOPTED, SIGNED AND APPROVED this 8th day of September 2026.
EDUARDO MARTINEZ, MAYOR
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ANDREW SAREGA, INTERIM CITY ATTORNEY
ATTEST:
I, Pat Jacquez-Nares, Interim City Clerk of the City of Huntington Park, California DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution, being Resolution No. 2026-XX has been duly signed by the Mayor and attested by the City Clerk, all at a regular meeting of the Huntington Park City Council, held on September 8, 2026, and that the same was adopted, signed and approved by the following vote to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
PAT JACQUEZ-NARES, INTERIM CITY CLERK
CITY OF HUNTINGTON PARK
Office of the City Manager
City Council Agenda Report
September 8, 2026
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 SELECTION OF A PREFERRED FIRM FOR CITY ATTORNEY
LEGAL SERVICES AND AUTHORIZATION TO NEGOTIATE AN AGREEMENT IT IS RECOMMENDED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. Select Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP ("OMLO") as the preferred firm to provide City Attorney legal services to the City of Huntington Park, with Rick R.
Olivarez proposed to serve as the designated City Attorney;
2. Authorize the City Manager to negotiate a competitive agreement with OMLO for City Attorney legal services, including scope of services, designated personnel, availability and service expectations, compensation, budget controls, and other terms necessary to ensure the effective delivery of legal services.
3. Direct the City Manager to return the final negotiated agreement to the City Council for consideration and approval before execution.
PURPOSE/JUSTIFICATION OF RECOMMENDED ACTION
The purpose of this item is to complete the City's competitive process for the selection of City Attorney legal services.
Following the resignation of the City’s prior City Attorney firm in February 2025, the City Council appointed Andrew Sarega of Sarega Law, APC as Interim City Attorney in March 2025 for an initial ninety-day period to ensure continuity of legal services. In October 2025, the City Council extended the interim agreement for an additional twelve months while the City continued its comprehensive search for permanent City Attorney service. The interim appointment and subsequent extension were intended to maintain continuity of legal representation while the City completed the broader selection process for a permanent City Attorney.
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Consistent with that direction, on May 19, 2026, the City published a Request for Proposals for City Attorney Services through the City's electronic procurement system.
The RFP closed on June 18, 2026. Six law firms submitted proposals. After reviewing the proposals, the City interviewed all six firms between July 27 and July 30, 2026. The City subsequently requested and reviewed supplemental information before completing its Evaluation.
The competitive process produced several highly qualified candidates. After considering the complete procurement record, staff recommends OMLO as providing the best overall combination of municipal legal experience, organizational resources, institutional familiarity, continuity, specialized expertise, service delivery, transition capability, and overall value to the City.
A key factor supporting this recommendation is OMLO's prior experience representing Huntington Park. This familiarity is expected to substantially reduce the learning curve and cultural acclimation normally associated with transitioning to new legal Counsel and allow the firm to immediately focus on the City's current legal and operational priorities.
Staff's recommendation is based upon Rick R. Olivarez serving as the City's designated City Attorney.
BACKGROUND
On February 28, 2025, Alvarez-Glasman & Colvin submitted its resignation as City Attorney and notice of termination of legal services to the City. The firm indicated it would continue providing services for the next 30 days or until the City selected a successor City Attorney or law firm.
On March 17, 2025, the City Council considered the appointment of Andrew Sarega as Interim City Attorney following the unexpected resignation. The staff report recommended his appointment specifically "while the City comprehensively searches for a permanent City Attorney." At that time, Mr. Sarega was already providing legal services to the City under a Special Counsel Agreement and possessed familiarity with the City's pending legal matters and municipal operations.
The interim appointment provided continuity while allowing the City sufficient time to undertake a comprehensive competitive process for permanent City Attorney services.
Procurement and Evaluation Timeline:
Date Action
February 28, 2025 Alvarez-Glasman & Colvin submitted its resignation as City Attorney.
March 17, 2025 City Council appointed Andrew Sarega as Interim City Attorney for ninety (90) days.
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October 14, 2025 City Council extended the interim agreement with Andrew Serega for an additional twelve (12) months while the City conducted a comprehensive search for a permanent City
Attorney.
May 19, 2026 City publicly posted Request for Proposals for City Attorney Services through its electronic procurement system.
June 18, 2026 Request for Proposals for City Attorney Services closed.
June – July 2026 City reviewed the six proposals received.
July 27 – 30, 2026 City conducted interviews with the six proposing firms.
August 2026 City requested and reviewed supplemental information from the proposers.
September 2026 Evaluation completed and recommendation prepared for City Council consideration.
The City received proposals from the following six firms:
• Aleshire & Wynder, LLP;
• Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP;
• Law Office of Arturo N. Fierro;
• Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP;
• Ross & Schwarz; and
• Sarega Law, APC.
EVALUATION PROCESS
Following the June 18, 2026 closing date, the City reviewed the proposals and invited the six proposing firms to participate in interviews conducted between July 27 and July 30, 2026.
A five-member evaluation panel representing City executive management, administration, legal services, and public safety participated in the interview process.
The Evaluation considered, among other factors:
• Municipal law experience and qualifications;
• Legal judgment and approach to managing municipal risk; • Ability to provide legal advice while respecting the policy-making authority of the City Council and the administrative responsibilities of City management; • Responsiveness and availability;
• Labor, employment, personnel, and workplace-investigation experience; • Qualifications and experience of the proposed City Attorney and supporting attorneys;
• Depth of municipal and specialized legal resources;
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• Continuity and backup coverage;
• Transition and initial implementation approach;
• Service delivery and assignment management;
• Financial terms and budget predictability; and
• Overall ability to meet the City's legal-service needs.
After the interviews, the City requested supplemental information to evaluate the proposers further. The supplemental review addressed proposed City Attorney staffing and backup personnel, availability, meeting coverage, division of responsibilities, assignment management, transition planning, political activity, conflicts and professional history, references, contractual commitments, and final financial terms.
The competitive Evaluation identified Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, OMLO, and Aleshire & Wynder, LLP as the three leading candidates.
Burke received the highest overall panel evaluation and demonstrated substantial municipal law experience, organizational depth, and specialized resources. OMLO and Aleshire & Wynder also received strong evaluations.
The panel evaluation constituted an important component of the selection process but was not the sole determinant of the recommended firm. Following the panel process, the City Manager reviewed the complete procurement record, including the proposals, interviews, supplemental responses, proposed personnel, organizational resources, service-delivery models, continuity, transition requirements, financial terms, and the City's current operational and legal-service needs.
Based upon this complete review, staff determined that OMLO provides the best overall value and organizational fit for Huntington Park.
ANALYSIS
OMLO is a full-service law firm with substantial experience representing California cities and other public agencies. Its municipal practice encompasses general municipal law and specialized areas, including labor and employment, land use and planning, public contracting, litigation, public safety, the Brown Act, the Public Records Act, economic development, construction, ethics, and other matters affecting municipal operations.
The firm's organizational structure provides the City access to specialized attorneys when necessary while allowing the designated City Attorney to maintain centralized oversight and accountability for the City's legal services.
Institutional, Regional, and Community Familiarity
A principal factor supporting staff's recommendation is OMLO's prior experience representing the City of Huntington Park.
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Transitioning City Attorney services ordinarily requires new Counsel to become familiar with a city's organizational structure, Municipal Code, policies and procedures, personnel practices, collective bargaining agreements, pending legal matters, development activity, operational priorities, and working relationships.
OMLO enters the proposed engagement with prior knowledge of Huntington Park and experience with the City's municipal environment. That institutional familiarity provides a meaningful operational advantage.
Additionally, OMLO provides legal services to neighboring municipalities and public agencies within the Southeast Los Angeles (SELA) region. This regional presence provides the firm with familiarity with the issues, projects, initiatives, and intergovernmental relationships affecting Huntington Park and surrounding communities.
This is particularly beneficial as the City increasingly participates in regional efforts involving infrastructure, transportation, economic development, housing, public safety, and other matters that extend beyond municipal boundaries.
OMLO also brings familiarity with the communities that comprise the SELA region.
Huntington Park is a densely populated, predominantly Latino community with unique economic, demographic, land-use, and service-delivery considerations. Familiarity with the cultural and socioeconomic characteristics of Huntington Park and neighboring SELA communities provides important context when advising the City on matters involving community engagement, economic development, housing, public safety, land use, regulatory programs, and the delivery of municipal services.
This combination of institutional, regional, and community familiarity provides an additional level of context that incoming Counsel would otherwise need to develop. OMLO can approach City matters with an existing understanding not only of municipal operations, but also of neighboring jurisdictions, regional priorities, community dynamics, and initiatives that may directly or indirectly affect Huntington Park.
Staff anticipates that OMLO can assume responsibility with a substantially reduced learning curve and transition period. Rather than spending the initial months developing a basic understanding of the organization and acclimating to the City's operational, regional, and community environment, the firm can focus its resources on updating its institutional knowledge, establishing current workflows, and addressing pending and emerging City priorities.
Given the breadth of matters currently requiring City Attorney involvement, including matters involving regional coordination, intergovernmental relationships, and communityfacing initiatives, staff considers the ability to transition quickly, understand the local and regional environment, and maintain continuity of legal services particularly important.
Designated City Attorney – Rick R. Olivarez
Staff recommends that Rick R. Olivarez serve as the City's designated City Attorney.
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Mr. Olivarez is the founding and Managing Partner of OMLO and manages the firm's municipal and school district practice group. He was admitted to the California State Bar in 1997 and has nearly 30 years of legal experience, with much of his career devoted to representing public agencies.
His municipal practice includes advising cities on the Brown Act, Public Records Act, public contracting, litigation, economic development, construction law, ethics, and other matters affecting municipal government. OMLO's proposal identifies Mr. Olivarez as a senior attorney responsible for managing and coordinating municipal assignments.
Under the recommended engagement, Mr. Olivarez would serve as the City's principal legal advisor and primary point of accountability for OMLO's services.
OMLO will also identify a qualified attorney acceptable to the City to serve as the principal Deputy/Assistant City Attorney and provide regular coverage and continuity. OMLO's broader municipal practice and specialized attorneys will support the designated attorneys as needed.
The final agreement will identify Mr. Olivarez as the designated City Attorney, establish the principal Deputy/Assistant City Attorney, and include appropriate provisions governing staffing, availability, continuity, and changes to designated personnel.
Organizational Capacity and Specialized Expertise
Another significant consideration is OMLO's ability to provide comprehensive legal services through a full-service municipal practice.
The City's legal needs extend beyond attending City Council meetings and providing routine general municipal advice. The City regularly requires expertise involving personnel and labor relations, public safety, land use and development, CEQA, public contracting, real estate, risk management, Public Records Act matters, litigation, and other specialized areas.
OMLO can assign these matters to attorneys with relevant subject-matter expertise while maintaining centralized oversight through the designated City Attorney.
This structure provides greater continuity and reduces the City's need to independently retain and coordinate multiple outside firms for matters that OMLO can appropriately handle within its municipal practice.
Transition and Service Delivery
OMLO has proposed a transition process beginning with an inventory of active litigation, claims, labor and employment matters, contracts under review, development and landuse matters, Public Records Act requests, pending ordinances and resolutions, and other active legal matters.
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The firm also proposes establishing workflows with the City Manager and department heads for legal assignments, communications, emergency responses, and litigation reporting.
OMLO has represented that it will not charge the City for its initial review of the Municipal Code, governance manuals, collective bargaining agreements, employee handbook, and other City policies and manuals, or for initial introductory meetings with City staff.
Because of OMLO's previous experience with Huntington Park, staff expects this transition process to focus primarily on current conditions and priorities rather than requiring the firm to develop institutional familiarity from the beginning.
BEST-VALUE DETERMINATION
The competitive process demonstrated that the City received proposals from several highly qualified municipal law firms.
Burke, Williams & Sorensen received the highest overall panel evaluation and demonstrated significant municipal law expertise, organizational depth, and specialized resources. OMLO and Aleshire & Wynder also emerged as leading candidates.
The City's selection, however, is based upon consideration of the complete procurement record and the overall value presented to Huntington Park rather than the numerical result of any single component of the Evaluation.
In making the recommendation, staff considered OMLO's:
• Comprehensive municipal law capabilities;
• Depth of attorneys and specialized practice areas;
• Experience representing California municipalities;
• Senior-level leadership under Rick R. Olivarez;
• Prior familiarity with Huntington Park;
• Familiarity with the surrounding region and municipal environment; • Ability to transition with a reduced learning curve;
• Continuity and backup resources;
• Ability to centrally coordinate specialized legal services; • Service-delivery approach; and
• Proposed financial terms and opportunities for budget control.
Staff determined that these factors collectively provide an operational advantage to the City and outweigh the difference between OMLO and the highest numerical panel evaluation.
The recommendation does not represent a determination that Burke, Aleshire & Wynder, or any other proposer, is unqualified. Rather, it reflects the City Manager's best-value recommendation after considering the complete competitive process and the City's current needs.
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FISCAL IMPACT/FINANCING
The recommended action has no immediate fiscal impact. The City Council's action would authorize the City Manager to negotiate an agreement with OMLO. Still, it would not authorize execution of the agreement or expenditure of funds under a new engagement.
As part of negotiations, staff will seek competitive financial terms and appropriate budget controls based upon the City's anticipated legal-service needs and OMLO's proposal submitted through the RFP process. Staff will present the final compensation structure and anticipated fiscal impact to the City Council when the negotiated agreement returns for consideration and approval.
OMLO's Funding for City Attorney legal services is included within the City's adopted budget. Actual expenditures will depend upon the volume and complexity of legal services required during the fiscal year.
CONCLUSION
The City Council appointed an Interim City Attorney in March 2025 to maintain continuity of legal services while the City conducted a comprehensive search for permanent City Attorney representation.
The process produced several highly qualified candidates. After reviewing the complete procurement record, staff recommends OMLO as providing the best overall combination of municipal law experience, organizational resources, senior-level leadership, institutional familiarity, transition capability, continuity, specialized expertise, service delivery, and overall value to the City.
Accordingly, staff recommends that the City Council select Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP to provide City Attorney legal services to the City of Huntington Park and authorize the City Manager to negotiate an agreement.
Respectfully submitted,
RICARDO REYES
City Manager
ATTACHMENT(S)
A. City Attorney Services RFP – Procurement and Evaluation Summary B. Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP Proposal
C. OMLO Supplemental Response and Best and Final Financial Proposal
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D. Proposed Agreement for City Attorney Legal Services
E. Request for Proposal – City Attorney Services
ATTACHMENT A
City of Huntington Park
City Attorney Services RFP
Evaluation Summary
I. Proposers
Six firms submitted proposals and participated in the evaluation process:
• Aleshire & Wynder, LLP
• Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP
• Law Office of Arturo N. Fierro
• Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP (OMLO)
• Ross & Schwarz
• Sarega Law, APC
II. Evaluation Panel
The five-member evaluation panel consisted of:
• City Manager
• Assistant City Manager
• Chief of Police
• Director of Human Resources
• City Prosecutor
III. Evaluation
The evaluation included review of written proposals, structured interviews, supplemental information, proposed staffing and service-delivery models, and financial terms.
Primary evaluation considerations included:
• Municipal law qualifications and experience
• Legal judgment and risk management
• Responsiveness and availability
• Labor, employment, and personnel experience
• Proposed City Attorney and supporting legal team
• Organizational depth and specialized expertise
• Continuity and backup coverage
• Transition approach
• Service delivery and assignment management
• Financial terms and budget predictability
• Overall ability to meet the City's legal-service needs City Attorney Services RFP
Evaluation Summary
IV. Leading Firms
Following the evaluation, three firms emerged as the leading candidates:
Rank Firm Aggregate Panel Evaluation
1 Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP 87.5%
2 Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP 79.6%
3 Aleshire & Wynder, LLP 75.4%
Firm Principal Strengths Considerations
Burke, Williams
& Sorensen,
LLP
Extensive municipal law experience;
substantial organizational depth; strong
proposed lead counsel; broad specialty
practice; significant continuity and
backup resources.
Proposed financial
structure provided less
immediate budget
predictability and remained
subject to further
negotiation.
Olivarez
Madruga Law
Organization,
LLP
Full-service municipal practice;
substantial organizational resources;
prior Huntington Park experience;
familiarity with neighboring SELA
jurisdictions and regional matters;
specialized municipal expertise;
reduced transition requirements.
Final designated staffing,
service expectations, and
financial terms require
negotiation and
confirmation.
Aleshire &
Wynder, LLP
Extensive municipal and public-agency
experience; substantial organizational
resources; strong responsiveness and
continuity; broad municipal practice.
Overall evaluation placed
the firm behind Burke and
OMLO.
V. Overall Evaluation
Burke received the highest aggregate panel evaluation, followed by OMLO and Aleshire & Wynder.
Following review of the complete evaluation record, OMLO was identified as the preferred firm based on the overall combination of municipal experience, organizational capacity, institutional and regional familiarity, continuity, transition capability, and potential value to the City.
City Attorney Services RFP
Evaluation Summary
The proposed engagement is based upon Rick R. Olivarez serving as designated City Attorney and OMLO identifying a qualified Deputy/Assistant City Attorney acceptable to the City.
Final staffing, scope of services, service expectations, compensation, budget controls, and other contractual terms remain subject to negotiation and subsequent City Council approval.
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9. COST PROPOSAL
a. Hourly Rate
Should Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP be selected to provide City Attorney Services to the City of Huntington Park, we propose the following hourly rates for General and Special Matters.
Attorney Title Rate
Partners $ 350 per hour
Of Counsel $ 350 per hour
Senior Associates $ 335 per hour
Associates $ 325 per hour
Paralegals $ 175 per hour
Specialty Work $ 375 per hour
b. Monthly Retainer
If the Firm is selected to provide City Attorney services to the City of Huntington Park, we would recommend a retainer amount after that award, based on discussions with the City Manager, Mayor and City personnel regarding the needs and budgetary restrictions of the City. c. General / Retainer Legal Services and Special Legal Services General / Retainer Legal Services
The Firm is dedicated to providing quality legal services at rates below our competitor law firms.
Among our public law attorney peers, our rates are the most competitive.
Recognizing the fiscal challenges and limitations that still confront many municipalities during this period of ongoing economic challenges, the Firm works cooperatively with our city clients to negotiate a competitive and cost sensitive compensation arrangement for General / Retainer Legal Services that would include:
Provide routine legal assistance, advice and consultation to the City Council and to City staff relating to general municipal and public law issues, potential tort liability and risk management;
Prepare and review legal opinions, ordinances, resolutions, agreements and related documents;
Except as otherwise provided below, the legal analysis and review of requests for public records under the California Public Records Act (Gov. Code section 6250 et seq.);
Monitor pending state and federal legislation and regulations, and new case law, as appropriate;
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Draft, review and administer contracts that the City may have with other legal counsel. Such administration shall include oversight services such as a review of attorney invoices, coordination of special legal counsel’s activities, direction to special legal counsel with regard to strategies and communication of City Council and City staff direction to special legal counsel;
Attend to City staff’s legal needs on-site or during office hours as may be needed; Attend two regular meetings of the City Council per month; Prepare for and participate in labor negotiations up to 8 hours per month; and Perform all duties of the office of City Attorney except to the extent such duties are included within the definition of “Special Legal Services” below.
The Firm is capable of providing in-service training on a broad range of subjects. The cost of providing such in-service training would be billed at the Firm’s contracted hourly rate.
Special Legal Services
During the course of the Firm’s representation of the City, the Firm may be asked to provide special services outside the scope of the General / Retainer Legal Services. These extraordinary services would include:
1. Drafting of legal documents and provision of legal analysis in anticipation of litigation under those circumstances where the City has received at least one (1) oral or written communication that a party tends to initiate or is ready to initiate litigation or an administrative or regulatory enforcement action against the City;
2. The prosecution or defense of civil actions and/or administrative actions brought by or against the City including discovery, drafting of pleadings, and other legal documents and correspondence in connection with litigation and/or administrative hearings or proceedings and conducting legal analysis in connection with the same;
3. The defense and/or representation of the City in handling specific workers’ compensation claim matters;
4. The defense and/or representation of the City in the handling or prosecution of conduct of employee layoffs, reassignment and/or disciplinary matters beyond routine legal questions. Special services include drafting of notices for intent to discipline, attending hearings and preparation and representation at all appeal proceedings;
5. Preparation for and participation in labor negotiations in excess of 96 hours per calendar year. Hours which exceed 96 for the year will thereafter be billed on an hourly basis as a special matter;
6. All other matters other than those covered under the definition for General / Retainer Services; and
3 7. Attend or chair special meetings of the City Council and/or specialized closed session presentations.
The Firm is also open to negotiating a fee schedule for Special Legal Services.
The Firm charges the same hourly rate for all of its legal services, including litigation, hearings and investigations.
d. Billing Increments, Minimum Charges, Travel-Time Policies, Research Charges, Document Charges, Administrative Charges, Reimbursable-Costs The Firm uses electronic billing software. Attorneys bill at .10 (one-tenth) hour increments. We are familiar with various e-billing systems, and the attorneys are comfortable with billing codes used by these programs. The Firm generates a statement for fees, costs, and expenses incurred on a monthly basis. The statements indicate the basis of the fees, including the date and hours worked, the hourly rate, and a brief description of the work performed. Statements can be sent by email transmission. Separate billing categories can be established to track costs associated with the City funding categories or to track project costs, or for such other bases as the City may direct.
Reimbursement of Expenses
In addition to the hourly fees, in the course of the Firm’s representation of the City, we may incur certain out-of-pocket expenses such as, but not limited to, long-distance telephone calls (other than calls between the City and the Firm), court filing fees (including filing fees for administrative proceedings), deposition fees, witness fees, costs for investigation services, service of process fees, courier costs, and other related courts costs, authorized air travel and costs of travel accommodations for litigation matters handled on behalf of the City, parking fees, copy fees, facsimile costs and other related travel costs. All such costs shall be submitted to the City for approval as part of the monthly billing statement. No individual cost in excess of $500 shall be incurred without the approval of the designated City representative. Out-of-pocket expenses shall be charged in accordance with the following schedule:
Facsimiles …………………….$0.50 per page
Copies …………………….$0.10 per page
Air Travel ……………………..At cost
Postage, long distance
telephone and other Out-ofPocket Expenses
……………………..At cost
Mileage ……………………..IRS standard rate
Documents, Research
The Firm does not charge for word processing or computer usage, with the exception of internetbased legal research (e.g., Lexis, Westlaw). 4 Travel Time
The Firm will generally not charge for mileage or travel time between our office and the City facilities, nor for local telephone calls or calls made to the City. e. Annual Rate Escalation - Cost-of-Living Adjustment
Our hourly rates for attorneys and paraprofessionals may be adjusted periodically, generally at the beginning of the fiscal year, upon the mutual agreement of the parties.
This rate reflects the increase, if any, in the cost of living during the previous 12 months by adding to the hourly rates an amount computed by multiplying the hourly rates by the percentage by which the level of the Consumer Price Index for the Los Angeles Metropolitan Area, as reported on January 1st of the new year by the Bureau of Labor Statistics of the United States Department of Labor has increased over its level as of January 1st of the prior year. f. Cost Control and Reporting
Recognizing the fiscal challenges and limitations that still confront many municipalities during this period of ongoing economic instability, the Firm works cooperatively with our clients to negotiate a competitive and cost sensitive compensation arrangement. The Firm is dedicated to providing quality legal services at rates which are competitive to or below those of other law firms.
Among our public law attorney peers, our rates are competitive and provide a high value of legal service for a very reasonable cost.
The Firm applies the same rate for all tasks performed, including telephone conferences, attendance at Board meetings, court attendance, etc. Timesheets and invoices are promptly prepared and provide detailed explanations as to the services and tasks performed. So that our public agency clients can track costs for individual projects, we break down our invoices into the individual matters/projects for that client rather than a comprehensive invoice. The Firm is also accustomed to providing added levels of detail as may be required by the client.
The Firm routinely provides budgets for litigation matters that it handles as well as for investigations and research projects. The specific areas in the budgets include case development and administration, pretrial pleadings, discovery, and trial preparation costs. The Firm is more than willing to provide budgets for other projects to allow the City to manage and control costs.
The cost of preparing these budgets is billed at the Firm’s contracted hourly rate.
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June 18, 2026
BY ELECTONIC DELIVERY BY PLANET BIDS
Stephany Santin, Assistant City Manager
Eduardo Sarmiento, City Clerk
City of Huntington Park
6550 Miles Avenue
Huntington Park, CA 90255
Re: Response to Request for Proposals for City Attorney Legal Services Due Date: June 18, 2026 at 5:00 p.m.
Dear City of Huntington Park, Ms. Santin and Mr. Sarmiento:
It is with great pleasure that Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP (the “Firm” or “OMLO”) submits the attached response (“Response”) to the City of Huntington Park (the “City”) Request for Proposals for City Attorney Legal Services. - Proposer: Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP
Limited Liability Partnership
Main Office: 500 South Grand Avenue – 12th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90071 Telephone: (213) 744-0099
Contact and Email: Rick R. Olivarez, Managing Partner
[email protected]
and
Athena Francisco, Office Administrator
[email protected]
- Olivarez Madruga has reviewed the following Proposal, is familiar with the required services, and is capable of performing the services described. - If chosen to represent the City of Huntington Park, the Firm proposes Stephanie Vasquez as the City Attorney and Richard E. Padilla and Rick R. Olivarez as the Deputy City Attorneys.
- We acknowledge Addenda 1and 2 regarding the Cost Proposal and Submission Date. - By submission of the attached proposal, our Firm commits to providing the services contemplated at the rates set forth therein. This proposal and the proposed pricing shall remain valid for 120 days from the response deadline of June 18, 2026. 2 Olivarez Madruga Law Organization is a minority owned law firm, founded in 2010, and is composed of over 40 attorneys. The Firm combines quality large-firm experience with flexible and responsive small-firm attention. The Firm attorneys bring a broad range of legal expertise well-suited to addressing most any area required by the City.
The attorneys in the Firm’s Municipal and Litigation Groups are very familiar with the legal challenges faced by municipalities. The Firm’s experience with public agencies allows us to address the many unique and often unexpected challenges that confront local governments, particularly during very challenging economic times, when agencies have been forced to do more with less.
Our attorneys have served as City Attorney, General Counsel and Special Counsel and, in that capacity, have attended hundreds of city council meetings and other public meetings. Whether negotiating intricate contractual terms, assisting with litigation prevention, and/or ramping up complex litigation, we have the expertise to consistently achieve positive results and bring a fresh energy and dynamism to the City’s legal matters.
We thank you for allowing us to be considered as part of this very important selection process. Please know that it would be our great honor to serve the City of Huntington Park and we welcome the opportunity to discuss the Firm, our proposal and the value we will bring to the City. If you have any questions or need any additional information, please do not hesitate to contact me. For additional information on the Firm and its areas of expertise, please refer to our website.
Very truly yours,
Rick R. Olivarez - Managing Partner
Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP
500 South Grand Avenue – 12th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Tel: (213) 744-0099
[email protected]
Athena Francisco – Office Administrator
[email protected]
Website:omlolaw.com
3 TABLE OF CONTENTS
1. COVER LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL ............................................................................ 1
2. PROPOSAL SUMMARY .................................................................................................. 6 a. Key Features, Distinguishing Strengths, and Principal Advantages of Proposal ......... 6 b. Understanding of the City Attorney Role ....................................................................... 6 c. Qualified to Serve as City Attorney for the City of Huntington Park ........................... 7
3. FIRM PROFILE AND RESOURCES ................................................................................ 7 a. Name, Address, Entity Type, Ownership Structure, Year Established ........................ 7 b. Firm's History, Size, Financial Stability, Municipal Client Base, Office Locations ........................................................................................................................... 8 c. Office Managing the City's Work ................................................................................... 9 d. Attorney, Paralegal, Clerical, Technology, Records-Management, and Administrative Support Available to the City ................................................................ 9 e. Subcontractors, Affiliated Firms Proposed ..................................................................... 9
4. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE ...................................................................... 10 a. Experience Representing California Cities and Public Agencies ............................... 10 b. Experience Advising City Councils, Planning Commissions, City Managers, Department Heads, and Municipal Staff ....................................................................... 10 c. Experience with Brown Act, Public Records Act, Political Reform Act, Government Code Section 1090, Public Contracting, Land Use, CEQA, Labor and Employment, Public Safety, Police Records, Risk Management, Claims, Litigation, and Municipal Code Updates ...................................................................... 11 • Brown Act .......................................................................................................... 11 • Public Records Act ............................................................................................ 11 • Political Reform Act.......................................................................................... 11 • Government Code Section 1090 ...................................................................... 12 • Public Contracting ............................................................................................. 12 • Land Use and Planning ..................................................................................... 12 • CEQA ............................................................................................................... 13 • Employment ....................................................................................................... 13 • Public Safety ...................................................................................................... 14 • Police Records ................................................................................................... 14 • Risk Management .............................................................................................. 14 • Claims .............................................................................................................. 15 • Litigation ............................................................................................................ 15 4 • Municipal Code Updates .................................................................................. 16 d. Experience Preparing Ordinances, Resolutions, Contracts, Staff Report Legal Analyses, Legal Memoranda, Closed-Session Materials, and Training Materials .......................................................................................................................... 16 e. Identify Recognized Municipal Law, Land Use, Labor and Employment, Public Safety, Public Works, Or Litigation Expertise ............................................................. 17
5. PROPOSED LEGAL TEAM AND STAFFING PLAN .................................................. 20 a. Proposed City Attorney .................................................................................................. 20 b. Proposed Deputy City Attorney and Team ................................................................... 20 c. Organizational Chart ...................................................................................................... 22 d. Availability for Meetings, City Hall Office Hours, Urgent Matters, Evening Meetings, and After-Hours Contact .............................................................................. 23 e. Conflicts, Workload Spikes, Absences, Vacations, Emergencies, and Handling of Specialized Issues ..................................................................................... 24
6. WORK PLAN AND APPROACH TO LEGAL SERVICES........................................... 24 a. Approach to Providing Day-to-Day Municipal Legal Services .................................. 24 b. Process for Agenda Review, Legal Intake, Assignment Tracking, Response Times, Written Advice, Status Reporting, and Communication with City Officials and Staff ........................................................................................................... 25 c. Advising the City About New Laws, Litigation Trends, Regulatory Developments, and Operational Risks .......................................................................... 26 d. Evaluation of Litigation Risk, Settlement Options, Budget Impacts, and Cost-Benefit Considerations .......................................................................................... 26 e. Cost-Control Strategies, Use of Templates, Preventive Advice, Matter Budgets, and Reporting.................................................................................................................. 27 f. Legal Services Not Provided ......................................................................................... 28
7. CLIENT REFERENCES, RELATED EXPERIENCE, AND WORK SAMPLES .......... 28
8. CONFLICTS, DISCLOSURES, AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY .............. 28 a. Public Agency Clients .................................................................................................... 28 b. Potential Conflict of Interest .......................................................................................... 29 c. Method for Resolving Any Conflict ............................................................................. 30 d. Representation of Party Adverse to a Public Entity ..................................................... 30 e. Malpractice Claim, Lawsuit, Fee Dispute, Disciplinary Matters ................................ 30 f. Terminated Public Agency Contracts ........................................................................... 30 g. Relationship with Huntington Park Elected Officials .................................................. 30 h. Violation of Law, Regulation, Or Ethical Standard ..................................................... 30 i. Appendix B ..................................................................................................................... 30 5 9. COST PROPOSAL ........................................................................................................... 31
10. EXCEPTIONS TO RFP, AGREEMENT, OR INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS .......... 31 APPENDIX 32
Appendix A
Appendix B
Sample Ordinance
Sample Staff Report
Sample Legal Analysis Memorandum
Attorney Resumes
Acknowledgement Addendum 1
Acknowledgement Addendum 2
6 2. PROPOSAL SUMMARY
a. Key Features, Distinguishing Strengths, and Principal Advantages of Proposal
The firm of Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP (the “Firm” or “OMLO”) understands the legal services to be provided to the City of Huntington Park and the expected role of City Attorney.
The Firm has a proven record of providing a complete range of services to our municipal clients.
The Firm’s philosophy is to be a cooperative team player in order to efficiently solve problems and reach the goals and objectives set by the City.
Formed in 2010, Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP is a certified minority-owned law firm whose attorneys are leaders in their fields and bring a wealth of experience, talent, and skill to the clients they serve and the cases they handle.
The Firm provides regular representation and counsel to cities, counties, school districts, universities, community colleges, redevelopment agencies, insurance companies, small businesses, contractors, manufacturers and the retail industry in both the public and private sectors covering a wide scope of legal issues.
Our attorneys frequently advise clients on issues regarding general municipal law, government law; labor and employment law, including wage and hour; litigation, including general liability and product liability; corporate law; education law; real estate law, including CEQA, construction, redevelopment, and environmental and water law. Given our broad range of specialties, the Firm can provide a unique level of depth and expertise for almost any legal matter facing our clients. b. Understanding of the City Attorney Role
Our representation is guided by the principle that the City is the client. Our role is to protect the interests of the City as an organization, defend the policies adopted by the City and advise the City and its officers and employees on the law. We are not retained to provide legal service to individual council members. To avoid awkwardness, we make this distinction clear upon undertaking representation and we often need to reinforce the concept.
Competent representation means more than knowing the law. We endeavor to provide legal services with three goals in mind. First, we strive to be fair and impartial. Our legal advice is the same regardless of who seeks it and notwithstanding the majority wishes of the city council. We find that this trait earns confidence in our responses. Second, we try to balance candor with diplomacy. We are aware that we are a “public-facing” representative of the City and must often deliver unwanted advice in a public forum. We endeavor to always provide information clearly and in a manner that will not cause additional issues with the City. Finally, we always try to work with our clients to find creative solutions to legal problems. When saying “no,” we always attempt to provide the advice in a way that, if possible, also offers legally supportable alternative courses of action.
As City Attorneys, we work for the City Council, but also work collaboratively with the City Manager and other City staff to accomplish City-wide objectives. We believe it is important to establish a close working relationship with the Mayor, City Council, City Manager and other City personnel. This would include attending meetings and direct daily communication electronically 7 and telephonically during and after business hours. The Firm attorneys have attended hundreds of council and board meetings and have expertise in offering opinions and advice to both City personnel and the public in clear and uncomplicated terms. c. Qualified to Serve as City Attorney for the City of Huntington Park The Firm understands the legal services to be provided to the City and the expected role of the City Attorney. The philosophy of the Firm is to serve the client most effectively by becoming an integral part of the City team. Our attorneys will be available to attend staff meetings, team building conferences and other essential policy development sessions.
Our Attorney Team is keenly aware that, when it comes to representing public agency clients, time is always of the essence. The Firm has a comprehensive case management system that ensures that queries and assignments are addressed and completed in a timely manner. The Firm’s background and experience in public law, education law and governance provides additional insight into addressing important issues with a cutting-edge approach.
Though all assignments are important, we recognize some will need to be prioritized. OMLO will provide immediate assistance to the Mayor, City Council, City Manager, and City staff providing direct dial cell phone numbers of our attorneys to ensure immediate access when the need arises.
The Firm attorneys and support staff will conduct routine team meetings to review assignments and evaluate staffing needs for various engagements. Time and expenses are monitored closely as each project progresses, and significant events are reported promptly to the client.
The Firm currently serves as the City Attorney to the City of El Monte, the City of Cudahy, the City of San Fernando, the City of Bell Gardens, as well as General and Special Legal Counsel to various management, community college and school districts including the City of Inglewood, City of Ojai, City of Commerce, City of San Buenaventura, City of La Puente, City of South Gate, City of National City, City of Barstow, City of Irwindale, City of Bell Gardens, City of Santa Fe Springs, City of South El Monte, City of Maywood, El Monte Union High School District, the Hacienda La Puente Unified School District, the Lynwood Unified School District, the San Bernardino City Unified School District, the Los Angeles Unified School District, the Los Angeles Community College District, the Rio Hondo Community College District, the Compton Unified School District, the Bassett Unified School District, the Lennox School District, the Rosemead School District, the Adelanto Elementary School District, the Coachella Valley Unified School District, the Fairfax Elementary School District, and the Baldwin Park Unified School District.
3. FIRM PROFILE AND RESOURCES
a. Name, Address, Entity Type, Ownership Structure, Year Established Official Name of the Firm: Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP Adress: 500 South Grand Avenue – 12th Floor
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Entity Type: Limited Liability Partnership
8 Principals Rick R. Olivarez, Managing Partner
Thomas M. Madruga, Senior Partner
Year Established: 2010
b. Firm's History, Size, Financial Stability, Municipal Client Base, Office Locations
Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP is a certified minority-owned law firm whose 43 attorneys are leaders in their fields and bring a wealth of experience, talent, and skill to the cases they handle and clients they serve. Formed in 2010, the Firm is managed by Rick R. Olivarez who heads the Municipal Group and Thomas M. Madruga who heads the Litigation, Labor and Employment and Education Groups. The Firm attorneys represent and counsel a wide range of clients in both the private and public sectors.
The Firm is financially stable and able to provide exceptional services as described herein. The Firm has complied with all licensing and reporting required for a limited liability partnership and a business operating in the City of Los Angeles. In addition, the Firm has complied with the requirements for obtaining and maintaining its MBE certification.
The Firm’s public agency clients include the following:
• City of El Monte
• City of Cudahy
• City of San Fernando
• City of Ojai
• City of Inglewood
• City of Commerce
• City of San Buenaventura
• City of La Puente
• City of South Gate
• City of National City
• City of Barstow
• City of Irwindale
• City of Bell Gardens
• City of Santa Fe Springs
• City of South El Monte
• City of Maywood
• El Monte Union High School District
• Hacienda La Puente Unified School
District
• Lynwood Unified School District
• Los Angeles Community College District
• Los Angeles Unified School District
• Rio Hondo Community College District
• Riverside County Office of Education
• Compton Unified School District
• Centinela Valley Union High School District
• Bassett Unified School District
• Lennox School District
• Rosemead School District
• Colton Joint Unified School District
• Alhambra Unified School District
• Oxnard Union High School District
• Coachella Valley Unified School District
• Adelanto Elementary School District
• Little Lake City School District
9 • Ventura County Office of Education
• Fairfax Elementary School District
• Banning Unified School District
• Covina Valley Unified School District
• Grossmont Union High School District
• Whittier Union High School District
• Bellflower Unified School District
• San Gabriel Discovery Center Authority
• Alameda Corridor Transportation Authority
• California Cities for Self-Reliance Joint
Powers Authority
c. Office Managing the City's Work
The main office of the Firm is located in Downtown Los Angeles and will serve as the main office to manage the City’s work. The Firm does not charge for office-to-City travel time or mileage for General Legal Services.
d. Attorney, Paralegal, Clerical, Technology, Records-Management, and Administrative Support Available to the City
The Firm maintains a very professional and highly resourceful home office support staff including paralegals, legal assistants, administrators and finance staff, totaling over 70 employees. The office hours for the Firm are 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.
The Firm’s designated City Attorney will assign the work, based on experience and case load, to associate attorneys and paralegal staff whenever possible to control costs. As a smaller firm, we are keenly aware of the strengths of our attorney team and make assignments accordingly, always with the supervision of the partners.
The Firm’s support staff maintains electronic matter logs to keep attorneys and support staff apprised of critical deadlines and pending assignments. The logs also aid in providing clients with the current status on pending matters and cases. The Firm attorneys and support staff conduct routine team meetings to evaluate staffing needs for each client and to review assignments.
The Firm files are networked allowing all attorneys and staff access to the complete client files, whether in the office, in court or at the client’s office, preventing duplication or inconsistencies. e. Subcontractors, Affiliated Firms Proposed
Despite years of experience and expertise, the Firm acknowledges that certain practice areas are beyond the core competencies of the Firm. In such cases, the Firm will recommend special counsel for those subject areas beyond the expertise of the Firm. Over the years, the Firm has partnered with numerous firms with varied expertise. Depending on the area of expertise required, the Firm will provide a list of potential counsel for review by the City. Once outside counsel is hired, the Firm, if requested by the City, will supervise the work and review submitted invoices to ensure that they are consistent with the agreement with the City, and submit these invoices to the City for payment.
10 4. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE
a. Experience Representing California Cities and Public Agencies The attorneys of Olivarez Madruga Law Organization have a unique specialty in the field of municipal law, having served as contract city attorneys for numerous municipalities in Los Angeles County and Southern Californa. In this capacity, the Firm provides services for the entire range of a city’s needs, including counseling for commissions and city councils, law enforcement and public safety advocacy, public works and public contracting, environmental compliance, risk management and defense of claims, and a wide variety of regulatory and constitutional issues, like voting requirements, which impact the efficient functioning of any California city.
The majority of the Firm’s work is providing legal services to public agencies in Southern California. Our attorneys have attended hundreds of city council, redevelopment and planning commission, and school board meetings and have gained substantial experience representing and working with staff to implement the specific visions and goals for each public entity. b. Experience Advising City Councils, Planning Commissions, City Managers, Department Heads, and Municipal Staff
We believe that the ability to serve our clients depends largely upon our ability to effectively communicate with our clients and offer clear, concise and easy to understand explanations and solutions to complex problems.
As City Attorneys, we work for the City Council, but also work collaboratively with the City Manager and other City staff to accomplish City-wide objectives. We believe it is important to establish a close working relationship with the Mayor, City Council, City Manager and other City personnel. This would include attending meetings and direct daily communication electronically and telephonically during and after business hours.
Though all assignments are important, we recognize some will need to be prioritized. Our goal is to provide immediate assistance to the Mayor, City Council, City Manager, and City staff. Direct dial cell phone numbers of our attorneys will be given to the Mayor, City Council, City Manager and staff personnel to ensure immediate access when the need arises. The Firm attorneys and support staff also conduct routine team meetings to review assignments and evaluate staffing needs for various engagements. Time and expenses are monitored closely as each project progresses and significant events are reported promptly to the client.
Firm attorneys are experienced in preparing customary status updates and routinely prepare such reports as part of their representation for other Firm clients. The Firm delivers periodic status reports in electronic format in lieu of, or in addition to, traditional mail delivery. Firm attorneys and support staff also conduct routine team meetings to review case assignments and evaluate staffing needs for various engagements. Time and expenses are monitored closely as each case progresses and significant events are reported promptly to the client.
We typically provide a bi-weekly report to the City Council and City Manager on the status of legal matters we are working on. The reports generally detail the most high profile and politically sensitive matters we are working on and any matters which could expose the municipality to substantive or significant exposure.
11 c. Experience with Brown Act, Public Records Act, Political Reform Act, Government Code Section 1090, Public Contracting, Land Use, CEQA, Labor and Employment, Public Safety, Police Records, Risk Management, Claims, Litigation, and Municipal Code Updates
• Brown Act
Our attorneys are experts in the Brown Act and its legal and practical application to public meetings. The Firm’s lawyers have presided over hundreds of public meetings and are frequently asked questions concerning the Brown Act from city council members and city personnel. The Firm is proud of its ability to explain in straightforward terms what is and is not permissible under this often confusing and misunderstood body of law. Our attorneys frequently speak at and attend seminars and conferences on the Brown Act to ensure we are up to date on any new developments in the law. Upon request, the Firm can provide information on the Brown Act to Board Members. • Public Records Act
For years, the Firm’s attorneys have overseen, managed and prepared responses to Public Records Act requests. Our attorneys work closely with city staff to determine whether information requested is subject to disclosure or falls within one of the designated exceptions. Our attorneys have considerable experience advising public agency clients on the management of records, including advice on the interplay between sunshine laws, like the California Public Records Act, and laws designed to safeguard the confidentiality of public agency employees, students and other persons who provide personal information to public agencies. Firm attorneys also have experience advising public agency clients on matters concerning compliance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). We have also had considerable experience assisting clients in the development of internal policies, including policies relating to the retention, destruction and release of records. • Political Reform Act
OMLO attorneys have vast experience advising public agency clients on compliance with incompatible offices laws, including the Political Reform Act, Government Code sections 1090 and 1099, revolving door restrictions, economic interest reporting and SB 1439 (Gov. Code § 84308) campaign contribution limitations. OMLO was sought out by the City Attorneys Association of Los Angeles County (“CAALAC”) to provide a presentation to fellow City Attorneys regarding the impact and implications of SB 1439. Firm attorneys frequently advise government bodies and public officials on compliance with State transparency and public integrity laws, including the Political Reform Act, Government Code section 1090 and other similar legislation and statutes. We have advised and instructed public agency officials on the preparation of Form 700 Statements of Economic Interest and campaign contribution disclosure laws. We advise public agency clients on public hearing recusal protocols in situations where a public official has an actual or potential conflict of interest. We have also facilitated communication between public agencies and representatives of the Los Angeles County District Attorney’s Office Public Integrity Division. Attorneys with the Firm have also coordinated with other law enforcement entities, including the Federal Bureau of Investigation in investigations involving potential public corruption. In addition, OMLO has successfully contested alleged FPPC violations against our public agency clients.
12 • Government Code Section 1090
The Firm has extensive experience advising public agency clients on compliance with the conflict of interest and incompatible offices laws, including the Political Reform Act, Government Code sections 1090 and 1099, revolving door restrictions and economic interest reporting.
Our attorneys have considerable experience advising public agency clients on the management of records, including advice on the interplay between sunshine laws, like the California Public Records Act, and laws designed to safeguard the confidentiality of public agency employees, students and other persons who provide personal information to public agencies. Firm attorneys also have experience advising public agency clients on matters concerning compliance with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA) and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA). We are versed in the Shine the Light laws embedded within the Consumer Records Act, as well as more recent legislation impacting the management of data, including requirements imposed under AB1584 concerning enhanced contract requirements for third-party contractors, and AB 1442 concerning the collection of student information from social media. We have also had considerable experience assisting clients in the development of internal policies, including policies relating to the retention, destruction and release of records. The Firm also has considerable experience with the review and drafting of third-party vendor agreements and the handling of sensitive information, which such entities may acquire or be provided in the course of their performance. Our Firm also has extensive experience working with local and federal law enforcement authorities, particularly relating to the safeguarding of sensitive information critical to their investigations.
• Public Contracting
The Firm’s attorneys have drafted and reviewed thousands of public contracts, as well as crafted security documents, deeds of trust, leases, and contracts for public works projects, large and small.
Additionally, our attorneys have drafted escrow documents and overseen the escrow closing process for a variety of real estate transactions. The Firm has also negotiated franchise and license agreements for solid waste hauling services and wireless telecommunications facilities.
The Firm’s public agency responsibilities include, among other things, drafting ordinances, resolutions, staff reports, presentations, legal opinions, procurement and professional services contracts, bidding documents, real estate instruments and development documents, franchise agreements, and waivers and releases.
• Land Use and Planning
The Firm has substantial experience in all facets of land use and environmental law, serving as general legal counsel to numerous planning commissions, historic preservation commissions, and planning departments, while also serving as litigation counsel in lawsuits challenging land use regulations and environmental issues. The Firm’s expertise includes: zoning and planning law, Subdivision Map Act compliance, review and adjudication of entitlements, revocation of land use permits, and related land use matters. Our attorneys participate in the entitlement process involving the consideration of conditional use permits, zoning variances, specific plans, General Plan updates, and tentative tract maps.
13 The Firm’s unique combination of transactional expertise and litigation experience enables the Firm to provide not only general legal advice to agencies on planning and land use issues, but also litigation advocacy on nearly any aspect of land use or environmental law.
The Firm’s attorneys have successfully defended redevelopment agencies in challenges to the adoption and amendment of redevelopment plans, the awarding of OPAs and DDAs to rival developers, compliance with environmental requirements (such as compliance with CEQA), and compliance with the terms of contracts and redevelopment agreements.
Our lawyers have performed complex environmental studies and impact analysis of development projects, construction, re-construction and modernization and have served as the liaison between civil engineers, traffic engineers, geologists, soil engineers, CEQA consultants, community consultants, and architects and in preparing defensible Mitigated Negative Declarations.
Our attorneys have also successfully negotiated with numerous municipalities including the City of Los Angeles and the Planning Department with regard to the use, application and revocation of Conditional Use Permits for all types of construction projects and developments. • CEQA
OMLO has experience in all aspects of environmental law, from CEQA compliance to toxic cleanup and hazardous materials litigation under CERCLA, RCRA, the Polanco Act, and other statutes; to general environmental compliance under the Clean Water Act, Clean Air Act, and other regulatory statutes. Each of our client cities adopted as a part of the city’s General Plan an Environmental Justice Element pursuant to SB 1000, to ensure that proposed projects protect the city’s residents.
Serving as a city’s special outside counsel, we analyzed a developer’s lawsuit challenging the city’s denial of a development project where the denial was based in part on heightened public attention to the effects of pollution on nearby vulnerable communities. We concluded the city’s action was lawful and within its power.
As city attorney, we advise city staff and the city council on ongoing investigation and remediation of contaminants from soil, soil vapor, and groundwater in multiple locations throughout the city.
We advise on the city’s legal obligations under a Settlement Agreement with the EPA and Order of Consent for Removal Action, which involves cooperating with private landowner parties to the agreement.
In planning and zoning approvals by cities, we have helped draft conditions of project approvals that involve requirements to accomplish cleanup actions under the direction of the State Water Board and DTSC.
• Employment
The Firm has provided advice and representation in personnel and employment law, management rights, labor negotiations, working conditions, layoffs, reduction in force disputes, administrative and disciplinary matters, terminations, and work-related injuries, including advice and consult regarding compliance with federal and state employment laws. 14 The Firm has represented its clients in hundreds of disciplinary and termination proceedings and handles sensitive negotiations with recognized employee bargaining groups (unions). The Firm also provides advice, counseling and representation on proper employment practices, including harassment, hostile work environment, discrimination, wrongful termination and wage and hour law.
The Firm has handled nearly every type of employment litigation matter including wrongful termination, racial discrimination, gender discrimination, age discrimination, sexual harassment, hostile work environment, unfair employment practices, civil rights violations, First Amendment violations, claims related to violations of the Family Leave Act, HIPAA, the Americans With Disabilities Act, and violations of both the federal and state wage and hour claims.
Our attorneys have appeared before all types of public agencies in defense of employment claims, including the Department of Labor, the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission, the Department of Fair Employment and Housing and related tribunals and administrative hearing boards.
• Public Safety
The Firm provides services for the entire range of a city’s needs, including counseling for law enforcement and public safety advocacy, The Firm attorneys have represented police officers in all aspects of internal affairs investigations and Skelly hearings before the city managers, city and county counsel, including the handling of all administrative appeals. The Firm has experience representing both employers and miscellaneous employees in all aspects of internal affairs investigations and Skelly hearings, including the handling of all administrative appeals and appeals to the Superior Court.
• Police Records
We have extensive experience advising cities on various police matters, including defending Pitchess motions and subpoenas for records, compliance with military equipment reporting, conceal weapons permits, as well as advising on police disciplinary matters and on collective bargaining negotiations.
• Risk Management
Risk mitigation may be the most important role of the City Attorney. The first step starts with education. Our Firm is active with the California League of Cities and other similar organizations that provide constant information about changes to the law and potential sources of risk. Using information learned from these sources we provide periodic advice to department heads about changes to the law or new best practices.
When claims are filed, we work closely with a public agency’s risk management officers and carrier so that staff understands the legal issues and the potential for liability. We monitor ongoing litigation and provide periodic reports to the city council. Once a claim is resolved, we help to determine whether changes need to be made in order to protect the city in the future. Our municipal practice group communicates these lessons so that your City can benefit from the experience of our other clients.
15 In addition, the Firm uses the latest technology to maintain information security, for scheduling and calendaring, and for the oversight of attorney assignments. State of the art management software ensures that we meet all deadlines and efficiently undertake crucial conflict checks. The Firm’s legal support staff maintains separate electronic matter logs to keep attorneys and support staff further apprised of critical deadlines and pending tasks. The logs also aid in providing clients with the current status on cases.
• Claims
The Firm’s attorneys have built a reputation in defense of all types of liability matters including claims ranging from simple slip and fall cases to catastrophic dangerous conditions of property resulting in loss of limb and life, simple and complex tort matters, product liability matters, commercial matters, contract disputes, franchise agreements, business torts, violations of the Business and Professions Code, First Amendment law, regulation of adult businesses and restrictions of commercial speech, and premises liability cases. • Litigation
The Firm’s Litigation Practice Group represents its clients in prosecuting, defending, mediating, and arbitrating lawsuits, petitions, and claims. The Litigation Practice Group specializes in the following areas:
1. General liability and tort matters
2. Personal injury law (negligence, premises liability, product liability and excessive force)
3. Employment litigation (including ADA litigation, wrongful termination, discrimination, sexual harassment and hostile work environment claims, wage and hour claims, and labor compliance)
4. Product liability law (including toxic torts, asbestos litigation, aviation and complex design and manufacturing claims)
5. Professional liability (legal malpractice, medical malpractice and defense of design
6. Business tort liability (compliance with Business and Professions Code, breach of contract claims, and commercial disputes)
The Firm’s litigators have unparalleled experience providing legal advice and services during all phases of litigation. In contract-related matters, the Firm’s attorneys have filed thousands of pleadings and have managed both large and small-scale discovery plans. The Firm employs its years of experience adjudicating successful dispositive motions, and zealously advocates for its public agency clients at arbitrations, mediations and in trial. The Firm’s clients are apprised of litigation progress through close participation with client representatives and are updated regularly regarding case status and liability exposure.
The Firm’s litigators have considerable experience in premises liability and construction litigation, including construction defect claims, competitive bidding and bid protest disputes, breach of 16 contract claims, construction delay claims, stop notice litigation, contractor licensing, and litigation of performance and payment bond claims.
• Municipal Code Updates
The Firm understands that, from time to time, a city’s codes and general plans require updating.
Accomplishing this task would include review of existing code, providing comments regarding possible updates; preparation of analysis regarding recommendations and development of implementation plan; drafting of the code and amendments; meetings and calls with City staff for feedback and recommendations; assistance with city council meetings addressing new code; and assistance with implementation.
As City prosecutor, our attorneys are regularly called upon to handle all aspects of the prosecution of Municipal Code violations. Initially, after gathering all the evidence regarding the violation, the attorneys conduct office hearings with the Municipal Code violators. In circumstances where the offender fails to comply or rectify the violation, we have drafted complaints and attended court hearings with the City Code Enforcement Officer. We have been successful with obtaining a guilty or no contest plea in all of these matters.
d. Experience Preparing Ordinances, Resolutions, Contracts, Staff Report Legal Analyses, Legal Memoranda, Closed-Session Materials, and Training Materials
Our municipal team frequently prepares, reviews and approves ordinances, resolutions, staff reports, presentations, legal opinions, construction and professional services contracts, competitive bidding documents, real estate instruments and development documents, franchise agreements, and waivers and releases for consideration and adoption by the legislative body. Our attorneys draft and review hundreds of public contracts each year, crafting security documents, deeds of trust, leases, and contracts for public works projects, large and small. Additionally, our attorneys have drafted escrow documents and overseen the escrow closing process for a variety of real estate transactions. The Firm has also negotiated franchise and license agreements for solid waste hauling services and wireless telecommunications facilities.
Recently, our Firm has been involved in the drafting of ordinances establishing water and sewer rates, updating contracting policies, and updating solid waste franchise ordinances. We have drafted ballot measure ordinances relating to the imposition of new taxes (e.g., a local option sales tax ordinance) as well as ordinances relating to the implementation of various Proposition 218 property-related fees (including budget-based water rates). We have also assisted our clients to establish local Rules of Order and Ethics provisions to help streamline their public meetings.
The Firm attorneys are experienced in the law of statutory utility franchises authorizing the use of the public right of way by utility providers. They have been involved in the drafting of ordinances establishing heightened wireless facilities siting and design standards, updating contracting policies, updating solid waste franchise ordinances, and establishing marijuana dispensary moratoria. They have experience in drafting ballot measure ordinances relating to the imposition of new taxes (e.g., a half-cent sales tax ordinance, an updated utility users tax ordinance and a parcel tax ordinance for fire services) as well as ordinances relating to the implementation of Proposition 218 property-related fees.
17 e. Identify Recognized Municipal Law, Land Use, Labor and Employment, Public Safety, Public Works, Or Litigation Expertise
Municipal Law Expertise
The Firm recently advised a municipal client concerning a series of complex conflict of interest issues relating to a qui tam (“whistleblower”) action brought by an elected official concerning questions of conflict of interest, improper contracting, legislative body member recusal, and public meeting participation concerns under the Ralph M. Brown Act.
The Firm coordinated the investigation and subsequent litigation recovering hundreds of thousands of dollars embezzled by a former District Business Manager and Chief Financial Officer. The Firm utilized forensic accounting to piece together the fraudulent scheme employed over a fiveyear period to recover damages based on theories of misuse of public resources, conversion, fraud, unjust enrichment and the California False Claims Act
Additionally, Firm attorneys assisted a client city in matters related to Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) Local Jurisdiction Grant Awards during audits performed by the California State Auditor. In the process, legal advice on compliance requirements for financial transparency, labor contract adjustments, and cost controls were instrumental in arriving at a favorable outcome for the client.
OMLO has advised a separate client city in matters related to adjustments to fees and service charges, special parcel tax issuance, zero-based budgeting, and internal control strengthening for improvements in financial solvency. The Firm worked closely with general counsel of the private accounting firm CliftonLarsonAllen (CLA) on a financial audit of a separate client city.
Land Use
The Firm has substantial experience in all facets of land use and environmental law, serving as general legal counsel to numerous planning commissions, historic preservation commissions, and planning departments, while also serving as litigation counsel in lawsuits challenging land use regulations and environmental issues. The Firm’s expertise includes: zoning and planning law, Subdivision Map Act compliance, review and adjudication of entitlements, revocation of land use permits, and related land use matters. Our attorneys participate in the entitlement process involving the consideration of conditional use permits, zoning variances, specific plans, General Plan updates, and tentative tract maps.
Labor and Employment
The Firm has litigated all types of labor and employment disputes from inception through trial and appeal. Today’s employers are faced with many challenges including compliance with a complicated web of federal and state statutory and common law requirements that often result in litigation. The Firm has handled numerous employment litigation matters including claims related to violations of the Family Leave Act, HIPAA, NLRA, the Americans With Disabilities Act, and violations of both federal and state wage and hour claims.
Our attorneys have appeared before all types of public agencies in defense of labor and employment claims, including the Department of Labor, the Equal Employment Opportunity 18 Commission, the Department of Fair Employment and Housing, the National Labor Relations Board, and related tribunals and administrative hearings. The Firm attorneys have represented police officers in all aspects of internal affairs investigations and Skelly hearings before the city managers, city and county counsel, including the handling of all administrative appeals.
The Firm has experience representing both employers and miscellaneous employees in all aspects of internal affairs investigations and Skelly hearings, including the handling of all administrative appeals and appeals to the Superior Court.
Public Safety
The Firm has also been intimately involved in the development and updating of wireless facilities regulation, including regulation of wireless facilities mounted in the public right-of-way (e.g., light poles and streetlights) to balance state and federal mandates with community concerns over safety, right-of-way accessibility and aesthetics. We have also worked with the cities of El Monte and San Fernando in drafting of accessory dwelling unit (i.e., second unit) ordinances that comply with new state regulations restricting the ability of cities to deny second unit requests but which also implement legislatively authorized standards that give cities some ability to make sure the state’s relaxed standards to not create undue burdens on neighborhoods in terms of parking and community character.
We have extensive experience advising cities on various police matters, including defending Pitchess motions and subpoenas, compliance with military equipment reporting, conceal weapons permits, as well as advising on police disciplinary matters and on collective bargaining negotiations.
Public Works
The Firm’s attorneys have drafted and reviewed thousands of public contracts, as well as crafted security documents, deeds of trust, leases, and contracts for public works projects, large and small.
Additionally, our attorneys have drafted escrow documents and overseen the escrow closing process for a variety of real estate transactions.
The Firm has also negotiated franchise and license agreements for solid waste hauling services and wireless telecommunications facilities. The Firm attorneys are experienced in the law of statutory utility franchises authorizing the use of the public right of way by utility providers. They have been involved in the drafting of ordinances establishing heightened wireless facilities siting and design standards, updating contracting policies, updating solid waste franchise ordinances, and establishing marijuana dispensary moratoria. They have experience in drafting ballot measure ordinances relating to the imposition of new taxes (e.g., a half-cent sales tax ordinance, an updated utility users tax ordinance and a parcel tax ordinance for fire services) as well as ordinances relating to the implementation of Proposition 218 property-related fees.
Our attorneys consult regularly with city staff during all phases of construction to ensure proper performance by contractors, consultants, and owners. We advise the staff in our clients’ public works and facilities departments, and third-party construction management firms, regarding construction management issues during design, bid, and construction phases throughout the course of projects. This work includes contract payment processing, preliminary notices, mechanic’s liens and stop notices, RFI processing, inspection and design consultation, participating in jobsite 19 meetings, Division of State Architect compliance and coordination, plan submittal, review, project close out and commissioning, change order negotiations, critical path methodology progress schedule analysis and adjustment, contract termination, and surety calls, negotiations and takeovers.
Litigation
The Firm’s Litigation Practice Group represents its clients in prosecuting, defending, mediating, and arbitrating lawsuits, petitions, and claims. The Firm’s attorneys have built a reputation in defense of all types of liability matters including simple and complex tort matters, product liability matters, commercial matters, contract disputes, franchise agreements, business torts, violations of the Business and Professions Code, First Amendment law, regulation of adult businesses and restrictions of commercial speech, premises liability cases, including claims ranging from simple slip and fall cases to catastrophic dangerous conditions of property resulting in loss of limb and life.
The Firm’s litigators have unparalleled experience providing legal advice and services during all phases of litigation. In contract-related matters, the Firm’s attorneys have filed thousands of pleadings and have managed both large and small-scale discovery plans. The Firm employs its years of experience adjudicating successful dispositive motions, and zealously advocates for its public agency clients at arbitrations, mediations and in trial. The Firm’s clients are apprised of litigation progress through close participation with client representatives and are updated regularly regarding case status and liability exposure.
The Firm’s litigators have considerable experience in premises liability and construction litigation, including construction defect claims, competitive bidding and bid protest disputes, breach of contract claims, construction delay claims, stop notice litigation, contractor licensing, and litigation of performance and payment bond claims.
Recent litigation matters for our municipal clients include:
• Ventura29 LLC v. City of San Buenaventura (2023) 304 Cal.Rptr.3d 122. Represented the City of Ventura against a land developer’s claims of inverse condemnation, nuisance, trespass and negligence. Plaintiff claimed the City was responsible for wrongfully burying the debris on the vacant private land decades ago. The City denied such conduct, but argued the case should be dismissed on demurrer because it was long past the statutory time in which to file a lawsuit, and that the developer had failed to pursue an administrative appeal to the public works director. The trial court agreed and the Court of Appeal affirmed. • Compton Unified School District v. UC Regents. Counsel for Compton Unified School District, involving a challenge to the use of the SAT / ACT within the California public school system.
• Lead counsel for City of San Buenaventura in the Thomas Fire Consolidated Cases.
Defended the City of San Buenaventura in the largest California wildfire costing more than $2.2 billion in damages caused by the fire.
• Lopez v. City of Inglewood. Defended City and four police officers in a wrongful death/civil rights (42 U.S.C. § 1983) / battery action in the death of a suspect under the influence of 20 Methamphetamine involving allegations of restraint and positional asphyxiation. The case settled after seven days of a jury trial.
• Lynch v. Los Angeles Community College District. Defense verdict on behalf of the District in an age discrimination, failure to prevent age discrimination matter, and allegation of retaliation in violation of the Fair Employment and Housing Act matter involving an 89- year-old adjunct professor. The case was tried to a defense verdict. • Burnside v. Compton Unified School District. Represented the District and obtained favorable summary judgment in a matter where former Superintendent alleged breach of employment contract, and claims of race, age, gender, and sexual orientation discrimination, retaliation, sexual harassment, and creation of hostile work environment. • LACCD v. HOK / SDI, et al. Defended, and obtained a favorable result, on behalf of the Los Angeles Community College District in a $44 million construction project/dispute involving architectural design issues and delay damages. • Belser v. City of Inglewood. Obtained summary judgment for the City in this action where Plaintiff’s finger was amputated. Plaintiff, a minor, alleged that a swing-set at the City’s park constituted a dangerous condition in violation of Gov. Code § 835 when her finger was caught in the link and was amputated when she dismounted.
5. PROPOSED LEGAL TEAM AND STAFFING PLAN
a. Proposed City Attorney
If chosen to represent the City of Huntington Park, Stephanie Vasquez, Partner, will serve as City Attorney.
Stephanie Vasquez is a Partner with Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP, serving as part of the firm’s Municipal Law practice group. Ms. Vasquez serves as the City Attorney for the City of Bell Gardens and as Deputy City Attorney for several other clients. Ms. Vasquez’s practice areas include a wide range of Municipal Law issues including public contracting, public works, First Amendment, election law, campaign finance and ethics and disclosure laws. Ms. Vasquez was named one of the “Women of Influence: Attorneys” by the Los Angeles Business Journal (2025), and “Ones to Watch” by the Best Lawyers in America – Municipal Law (2026).
Prior to joining Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP, Ms. Vasquez was a litigation attorney where she focused on insurance defense matters.
Ms. Vasquez was admitted to the California State Bar in 2017. She has been practicing municipal law for the past 8 years.
b. Proposed Deputy City Attorney and Team
Richard E. Padilla and Rick R. Olivarez will serve as Deputy City Attorneys. Mr. Padilla is a partner of the Firm and Mr. Olivarez is the Managing Partner of the Firm. Their team would include all of the attorneys of the Firm, both Municipal and Litigation practices, drawing on their individual specialties, according to the task or project. 21 Richard E. Padilla
Richard Padilla is a Partner with Olivarez Madruga Law Organization. As the Deputy City Attorney for the City of El Monte, Mr. Padilla has researched and prepared written analysis on a variety of legal issues for the City Council, City commissions and City departments. He has provided advice and analysis for ordinances, resolutions, contracts, real property transaction documents and other similar documentation, and has conducted ethics training for officials of the City. He has assisted commissions and department staff in the development of policies and procedures (e.g., purchasing policies and bidding procedures), prepared and reviewed bid documents for public works projects and assisted with coordination of the bid process.
Mr. Padilla serves as legal counsel for the City of San Fernando and the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Authority and as Assistant City Attorney for the City of El Monte. He has frequently advised City officials on Brown Act and conflict of interest matters and reviewed California Public Records Act requests. In addition, he has advised the City Clerk on election law matters, drafted City-initiated ballot measures and drafted impartial City Attorney analyses for various Citysponsored measures. Mr. Padilla has provided legal advice for, and assisted in the coordination of, Proposition 218 majority protest proceedings for the establishment and increase of property related fees and charges.
Mr. Padilla’s work has also included the preparation of development agreements, leases, deeds, loan agreements and other transactional documents. He has appeared at administrative proceedings on behalf of public agency and private party clients and researched a variety of public law matters.
Mr. Padilla also served as a research attorney for the California 5th District Court of Appeal in Fresno.
Mr. Padilla was admitted to the California State Bar in 1999, and the entirety of his 27-year career has been in service to public entities.
Rick R. Olivarez
Rick R. Olivarez is the founding and Managing Partner of Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP. In this capacity, he oversees the day-to-day operations of the firm. Under his leadership, OMLO has grown into the premier minority-owned law firm in Southern California.
In addition, Mr. Olivarez manages the Firm’s municipal and school district practice group.
As city attorney, Mr. Olivarez advises on all aspects of municipal law including, but not limited to, the Public Records Act, public contracts, Brown Act, litigation, economic development, construction law, and ethics. Additionally, Mr. Olivarez has drafted hundreds of resolutions, ordinances, and contracts on behalf of his municipal clients.
Mr. Olivarez also serves as general counsel to a number of school districts and community colleges. In this role, Mr. Olivarez advises the governing bodies on various legal matters involving workplace harassment, construction, employment, and conflict of interest. 22 Mr. Olivarez was admitted to the California State Bar in 1997, and the majority of his nearly 30 - year career has been in service of public agencies.
Full Resumes of Ms. Vasquez, Mr. Padilla and Mr. Olivarez can be found in the Appendix.
Municipal Team
The Firm maintains a very professional and highly resourceful home office support staff including paralegals, legal assistants, administrators and finance staff, totaling over 70 employees. The office hours for the Firm are 8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. The Firm attorneys and support staff conduct routine team meetings to review case assignments, determine status and budgets, and evaluate staffing needs for various engagements.
c. Organizational Chart
If the Firm is chosen to represent the City of Huntington Park, all assignments from the City Manager will go through Stephanie Vasquez, Richard Padilla or Rick Olivarez. The Firm’s partners supervise all assignments and assign tasks to associate attorneys and paralegal staff whenever possible to control costs. The lead attorneys will assign the work based on experience and case load.
Our Attorney Team is keenly aware that, when it comes to representing public agency clients, time is always of the essence. The Firm has a comprehensive case management system that ensures that queries and assignments are addressed and completed in a timely manner. The Firm’s background and experience in public law, education law and governance provides additional insight into addressing important issues with a cutting-edge approach.
Below is an Organizational Chart showing the workflow of assignments from the City to the Firm. 23 Before the Firm can determine the time commitment for specific City projects, we would propose a transition schedule covering onboarding, relationship-building, file transfer, priority assessment and establishment of key workflows to ensure a seamless handover and continuous legal service delivery.
d. Availability for Meetings, City Hall Office Hours, Urgent Matters, Evening Meetings, and After-Hours Contact
Our attorneys are always available and accessible to our clients as well as responding quickly to client queries, during business hours and after hours. Accordingly, we strive to provide opinions Stephanie Vasquez
Partner
Review assignment and
assign to team member(s)
considering time commitment
and expertise
Monitor and review team
work; report to City
Richard Padilla, Partner
Rick R. Olivarez, Partner
Review assignment and
assign to team member(s)
considering time commitment
and expertise
Monitor and review team
work; report to City
Litigation Team
Thomas M. Madruga – Senior Partner
Terence Gallagher – Partner
Leslie Burnet – Partner
Daniel Lee – Senior Associate
Tania Ochoa – Senior Associate
Colin Barr – Of Counsel
Deborah Lee-Germain – Of Counsel
Carol Velazquez - Associate
Paralegals / Staff
Municipal Law Team
Ken Trumkul - Associate
Dulce Rodas - Associate
Joanna Burstedt- Associate
Rick R. Olivarez – Partner
Richard Padilla - Partner
Jesse Jauregui – Partner
Paloma Perez-McEvoy – Partner
Stephanie Vasquez – Partner
Susie Altamirano - Partner
Alejandra Cortez - Associate
Chelsey Ballot - Associate
Christine Flier – Of Counsel
Manny Cruz Jr. - Associate
Shelley Preisler - Associate
Stephanie Arechiga – Associate
Paralegals / Staff
CITY OF HUNTINGTON
PARK
CITY MANAGER
24 and advice free of unnecessary “legalese” so that our clients can develop a firm understanding of the challenges and responsibilities that confront them.
Our Attorney Team is keenly aware that, when it comes to representing public agency clients, time is always of the essence. The Firm’s background and experience in public law, education law and governance provides additional insight into addressing important issues with a cutting-edge approach.
The Firm understands that queries from the City and staff must be addressed immediately, and in no event later than the close of the business day, unless the request requires extensive research or the responsible attorney is engaged in a trial. In such event, the Firm will strive to provide a response no later than the next City business day. Direct dial cell phone numbers of the assigned attorneys will be given to the City Manager and staff to ensure immediate access when a matter requires urgent attention or an emergency arises.
e. Conflicts, Workload Spikes, Absences, Vacations, Emergencies, and Handling of Specialized Issues
The majority of the Firm’s clients are public entities, and our litigation team handles dozens of matters in defense of those public agencies each year. The Firm has not been in a situation of being adverse to any other public entity in the last 10 years, either in litigation or in administrative matters. Should there be a situation of one of our clients being adverse to another client on a particular assignment, we would immediately notify the City so that waivers could be obtained, or another outside firm could be engaged.
Our Firm is composed of 43 attorneys with legal expertise well-suited to addressing most any area required by the City. Our attorneys have served as City Attorney, General Counsel and Special Counsel and provide exemplary service. If any attorney is unavailable for any reason, another team member will be available to the City. All attorneys are available by email and cell phone on a 24/7 basis. We anticipate no interruption of service to the City at any time.
6. WORK PLAN AND APPROACH TO LEGAL SERVICES
a. Approach to Providing Day-to-Day Municipal Legal Services We believe that the ability to serve our clients depends largely upon our ability to effectively communicate with our clients and offer clear, concise and easy to understand explanations and solutions to complex problems.
Our approach to effective negotiation and resolution is driven by several key factors which include (1) Preparedness, (2) Listening, (3) Professionalism, (4) Communication, (5) Efficiency, (6) Avoiding Emotion, (7) Flexibility, (8) Creativity and (9) Knowledge and Understanding of the Issue.
Our attorneys are always available and accessible to our clients as well as always responding quickly to client queries. Accordingly, we strive to provide opinions and advice in a clear and concise manner so that our clients can develop a firm understanding of the challenges and responsibilities that confront them.
25 Though all assignments are important, we recognize some will need to be prioritized. Our goal is to provide immediate assistance to the Mayor, City Council, City Manager, and City staff. Direct dial cell phone numbers of our attorneys will be given to the Mayor, City Council, City Manager and staff personnel to ensure immediate access when the need arises. The Firm attorneys and support staff also conduct routine team meetings to review assignments and evaluate staffing needs for various engagements. Time and expenses are monitored closely as each project progresses and significant events are reported promptly to the client. b. Process for Agenda Review, Legal Intake, Assignment Tracking, Response Times, Written Advice, Status Reporting, and Communication with City Officials and Staff
The Firm attorneys have attended hundreds of council and board meetings and have expertise in offering opinions and advice to both city personnel and the public in clear and uncomplicated terms. Our municipal team has extensive experience drafting ordinances, resolutions, staff reports, presentations, legal opinions, construction and professional services contracts, competitive bidding documents, real estate instruments and development documents, franchise agreements, and waivers and releases. They regularly advise city staff regarding agenda and meeting requirements and FAQs to reinforce best practices.
The Firm understands that queries from the City and City staff must be addressed immediately, and in no event later than the close of the business day, unless the request requires extensive research or the responsible attorney is engaged in a trial. In such event, the Firm will strive to provide a response no later than the next City business day.
Recognizing that serving the public often demands the ability to respond quickly to unexpected and rapidly evolving developments, our office stresses the importance of being available to City staff and responding promptly to staff queries. To meet this objective, we have equipped our attorney team with some of the most up-to-date communications equipment so that attorneys can be easily reached either by telephone, e-mail or text during the work day or night. We also maintain a very professional and highly resourceful home office support staff that is also available during regular business hours to troubleshoot a broad range of administrative and/or logistical challenges.
Firm attorneys are experienced in preparing customary status updates and routinely prepare such reports as part of their representation for other Firm clients. The Firm delivers periodic status reports in electronic format in lieu of, or in addition to, traditional mail delivery. Firm attorneys and support staff also conduct routine team meetings to review case assignments and evaluate staffing needs for various engagements.
We typically provide a bi-weekly report to the City Council and City Manager on the status of legal matters we are working on. The reports generally detail the most high profile and politically sensitive matters we are working on and any matters which could expose the municipality to substantive or significant exposure.
In our experience representing cities, we have found the most efficient working relationship is to have all assignments start with the City Attorney. The City Attorney can then either handle the assignment or delegate it to one of the senior members of the Municipal Law team. Assignments 26 are always made with regard to the expertise needed to complete the assignment and are supervised by the City Attorney or a senior partner. In those cases where work is assigned or where Staff contacts lower-level attorneys directly, the Firm will make sure that the projects are tracked internally and that senior partners are notified of the assignment of work. The Firm typically communicates via email.
c. Advising the City About New Laws, Litigation Trends, Regulatory Developments, and Operational Risks
We provide legislative updates and developments to our clients on the Firm’s website. In addition, we have the ability and technology in-house to track specific legislation requested by our clients on a particular matter. We do not charge our clients for this service. Our attorneys frequently author memoranda relating to new legislation, offering insight into how the legislation affects the communities we serve while offering clear suggestions on how to implement and manage the legislation. Some recent topics include disability and LGBTQ discrimination, medical marijuana legislation, and California Public Records Act and SB 272. We subscribe to daily and monthly law journals to keep us apprised of regulatory changes and court decisions and our attorneys attend seminars and conferences throughout the year on topics germane to our public agency clients.
Risk mitigation may be the most important role of the City Attorney. The first step starts with education. Our Firm is active with the California League of Cities and other similar organizations that provide constant information about changes to the law and potential sources of risk. Using information learned from these sources we provide periodic advice to department heads about changes to the law or new best practices.
When claims are filed, we work closely with a public agency’s risk management officers and carrier so that staff understands the legal issues and the potential for liability. We monitor ongoing litigation and provide periodic reports to the City Council. Once a claim is resolved, we help to determine whether changes need to be made in order to protect the City in the future. Our municipal practice group communicates these lessons so that your City can benefit from the experience of our other clients.
d. Evaluation of Litigation Risk, Settlement Options, Budget Impacts, and Cost-Benefit Considerations
The approach, preparation, and execution of litigation plans for public agency clients are unique to each case’s facts and circumstances. Before undertaking representation of the client, we will present a detailed budget and strategy for approval by the City Council in closed session. Based on the needs of the case, we will designate inflection points where additional direction from the City Council is anticipated. We will also designate inflection points where the budget is likely to be adjusted based on developments within the litigation. From that point, we will arrange to periodically brief the City Council regarding the matter based on the specific needs and circumstances of the litigation. In some cases, we routinely include the litigation item for closed session at every meeting because of the importance or complexity of the litigation.
The Firm’s attorneys possess the organization and information systems infrastructure needed to effectively manage multiple complex cases. We have defended lawsuits involving literally thousands of plaintiffs and have defended cases that have spanned decades. State-of-the-art matter 27 management software ensures that we meet all deadlines and efficiently undertake crucial conflict checks. The Firm’s legal support staff maintains separate electronic matter logs to keep attorneys and support staff further apprised of critical deadlines and pending tasks. The logs also aid in providing clients with the current status on cases.
Trial attorneys in the Firm have considerable experience with public agencies and have taken over litigation matters on the eve of trial, on short notice, or when conflicts have arisen requiring replacement counsel.
Litigation strategy must always consider the economics of the matter. During each step of the litigation, we must consider the following factors: (1) the amount in controversy; (2) the likelihood of success; (3) alternatives to achieving the same goal; (4) the costs of the procedure considered; and (5) the impact of the procedure on the case if successful.
Guided by these principles, at the start of the case we prepare a detailed litigation and discovery plan and budget, and receive direction from the client regarding our strategies. Further, during the litigation we routinely return to the budget for reevaluation and direction from the client. e. Cost-Control Strategies, Use of Templates, Preventive Advice, Matter Budgets, and Reporting
Our attorneys understand the challenges and needs of public agencies and the economic and budgetary restrictions they operate under. To control costs, Ms. Vasquez, Mr. Padilla and Mr. Olivarez will assign work from the City to associate attorneys and paralegal staff whenever possible, based on experience and case load. As a smaller firm, we are keenly aware of the strengths of our attorney team and make assignments accordingly, always with the supervision of the partners. Monthly invoices are reviewed to monitor for excessive time spent on tasks, so that the client is not overcharged.
Over the years the Firm has developed dozens of templates for documents used by our municipal clients, including professional services agreements, contract agreements, city-specific documents, and PRAR responses. The templates save time and costs for the client and make updates to current documents easier and less costly. The use of these templates provides a cost-savings to the City where staff can initiate the agreements with preliminary information. All agreements will require review and approval as to form by the City Manager and the City Attorney’s office to ensure that the final form is complete.
The Firm attorneys strive to balance candor with diplomacy. We are aware that we are a “publicfacing” representative of the City and must often deliver unwanted advice in a public forum. We endeavor to always provide information clearly and in a manner that will not cause additional issues with the City. We always try to work with our clients to find creative solutions to legal problems. When saying “no,” we always attempt to provide the advice in a way that, if possible, also offers legally supportable alternative courses of action. We understand that as City Attorneys, we work for the City Council, but also work collaboratively with the City Manager and other City staff to accomplish City-wide objectives.
As referenced in Section a. above, the Firm attorneys regularly provide status reports and budget updates to our clients for on-going projects and investigations. 28 f. Legal Services Not Provided
In the course of our representation, in order to properly and effectively protect the best interests of the City, the Firm may assign legal matters to special counsel (law firms or attorneys), subject to the City Manager’s approval, in the following areas of expertise:
Tax law
Public Finance
Information Technology
Intellectual Property
Workers’ Compensation
7. CLIENT REFERENCES, RELATED EXPERIENCE, AND WORK SAMPLES Michael B. O’Kelly Rene Bobadilla
City Manager City Manager
City of Bell Gardens City of Santa Fe Springs
Tel: (562) 806-7702 Tel: (562) 868-0511, ext. 7510
Email: [email protected] E-mail: [email protected] Brian Saeki
City Administrator
City of Vernon
Tel: (323) 583-8811 ext. 228
The above references have been clients of the Firm for many years. We have represented the City of Bell Gardens and worked closely with Mr. O’Kelly since 2019. Mr. Saeki was formerly with the City of San Fernando, which we have represented since 2013. Mr. Bobadilla was formerly the City Manager of the City of El Monte where we have been City Attorney since the Firm was established in 2010. We currently represent the City of Santa Fe Springs where Mr. Bobadilla is the City Manager.
Examples of an Ordinance, Staff Report and Legal Analysis Memorandum are attached in the Appendix at the end of this proposal.
8. CONFLICTS, DISCLOSURES, AND PROFESSIONAL RESPONSIBILITY a. Public Agency Clients
The following is a list of the Firm’s public agency clients:
• City of El Monte
• City of Cudahy
• City of San Fernando
• City of Huntington Park
• City of Bell Gardens
• City of Yorba Linda
• City of West Covina
• City of Inglewood
29 • City of Los Angeles
• City of Maywood
• City of Norwalk
• City of Commerce
• City of San Buenaventura
• City of La Puente
• City of Lynwood
• City of South Gate
• City of National City
• City of California City
• City of Barstow
• City of Dana Point
• City of Irwindale
• City of Santa Fe Springs
• City of Vernon
• El Monte Union High School
District
• Hacienda La Puente Unified School
District
• Lynwood Unified School District
• Los Angeles Community College
District
• Los Angeles Unified School District
• Rio Hondo Community College
District
• Compton Unified School District
• Centinela Valley Union High School
District
• Baldwin Park Unified School
District
• Bassett Unified School District
• Bellflower Unified School District
• Lennox School District
• Montebello Unified School District
• Rosemead School District
• Colton Joint Unified School District
• Alhambra Unified School District
• Oxnard Union High School District
• Coachella Valley Unified School
District
• Little Lake School District
• Adelanto Elementary School District
• Little Lake City School District
• Ventura County Office of Education
• San Diego County Office of
Education
• Santa Clara County Office of
Education
• Fairfax Elementary School District
• Housing Authority of the City of Los
Angeles
• Watershed Conservation Authority
• San Gabriel Discovery Center
Authority
• Alameda Corridor Transportation
Authority
b. Potential Conflict of Interest
The Firm provides regular representation and counsel to cities, counties, school districts, water districts, universities, community colleges, redevelopment agencies, insurance companies, small businesses, contractors, manufacturers and the retail industry in both the public and private sector covering a wide scope of legal issues.
Currently, no client of the Firm is adverse to the City of Huntington Park and we do not anticipate any conflicts of interest. Should an actual conflict arise between the City of Huntington Park and one of our clients on a particular assignment, we would immediately notify the City so that waivers could be obtained, or another outside firm could be engaged. 30 c. Method for Resolving Any Conflict
Should a conflict arise between the City of Huntington Park and one of our we would immediately notify the City to obtain waivers. Should a waiver situation be undertaken and waivers obtained, then the Firm would proceed with establishing an ethical wall. All Firm personnel (lawyers, paralegals, secretaries, and staff) would be directed to: (i) avoid any discussion of any of the subject matters with or in the presence of the attorneys or staff handling the mater that is adverse to the City, (ii) avoid the dissemination of any information about the matter with those attorneys and staff, and (iii) maintain the Firm’s physical and computer files for the matters so that they are not available to those attorneys or staff.
If the City prefers that outside counsel be hired, the Firm, if requested by the City, will supervise the work and review submitted invoices to ensure that they are consistent with the agreement with the City and submit these invoices to the City for payment. d. Representation of Party Adverse to a Public Entity
The Firm has not been in a situation of being adverse to any other public entity in the last 10 years, either in litigation or in administrative matters. Should there be a situation of one of our clients being adverse to another client, we would turn the matter over to outside counsel to handle to alleviate any conflict of interest in representing our clients. e. Malpractice Claim, Lawsuit, Fee Dispute, Disciplinary Matters The Firm and its attorneys have had no malpractice claims, lawsuits, fee disputes, complaints, disciplinary actions, State Bar proceedings, Fair Political Practices Commission enforcement matters, grievances or violations of the California Rules of Professional Conduct filed against them or had any client sue them for malpractice in our 16 year history. f. Terminated Public Agency Contracts
The Firm’s services have never been terminated by any client. g. Relationship with Huntington Park Elected Officials
No attorney of the Firm has any past or current business, financial, campaign, personal, or family relationship with any current Huntington Park elected official, appointed official, employee, consultant, or family member of such person.
h. Violation of Law, Regulation, Or Ethical Standard
The Firm and its attorneys have had no legal actions filed against them. The Firm’s services have never been terminated by any client. The Firm has never been sued or been the subject of any legal malpractice claims. The Firm certifies that no attorney or the Firm has been debarred, suspended or otherwise declared ineligible to contract by any federal, state or local public agency. i. Appendix B
The completed Appendix B is located at the end of this proposal in the Appendix. 31 9. COST PROPOSAL
The Firm’s Cost Proposal has been uploaded separately to Planet Bids.
10. EXCEPTIONS TO RFP, AGREEMENT, OR INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS The Firm requires no exceptions to this RFP, the anticipated professional services agreement, insurance requirements, indemnity provisions, confidentiality requirements, or any other City requirement.
32 APPENDIX
15 APPENDIX A
CERTIFICATION STATEMENT AND SIGNATURE SHEET
All proposals must include this certification statement, signed by a duly authorized representative legally authorized to bind Proposer to its proposal and cost schedule. (1) Proposer has read and understands the RFP and all addenda identified below. (2) Proposer did not, directly or indirectly, collude, conspire, or agree with any person, firm, corporation, or other Proposer regarding the amount, terms, or conditions of its proposal.
(3) Proposer did not directly or indirectly induce or solicit any other Proposer to submit a false or sham proposal or to refrain from submitting a proposal. (4) Proposer did not receive unauthorized information from any City official, employee, consultant, or representative during the RFP process except as provided in the RFP or by formal addendum.
(5) All information submitted with the proposal is true, correct, and complete to the best of Proposer's knowledge.
(6) Proposer has identified all exceptions, deviations, conflicts, and required disclosures in its proposal.
(7) Proposer does not discriminate in employment or provision of services on any basis prohibited by federal, state, or local law.
(8) Proposer can obtain and maintain the insurance required by the City as a condition of contract execution and performance.
Name of Firm / Proposer
Entity Type
Address
Federal Tax ID No.
Primary Contact / Title
Telephone
Email
Addendum Nos.
Acknowledged
Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP
Limited Liability Partnership
47-1973650
Rick R. Olivarez / Managing Partner
(213) 744-0099
500 South Grand Avenue - 12th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90071 [email protected] / [email protected]
No addenda
16 Authorized Signatory Name
Authorized Signature
Title
Date
APPENDIX B
POLITICAL CONTRIBUTION, PAC PARTICIPATION, AND CALIFORNIA LEVINE
ACT DISCLOSURE STATEMENT
California Government Code section 84308, commonly referred to as the “Levine Act,” regulates certain campaign contributions made to officers of local agencies by parties, participants, and agents in proceedings involving contracts and other covered matters.
Proposers are responsible for reviewing and complying with the current law.
In addition to any disclosure required by law, the City requires the following disclosures to evaluate potential conflicts, appearance issues, and compliance obligations relating to this RFP and any resulting contract.
For purposes of this Appendix, “Proposer” includes the proposing firm or attorney, any principal, partner, shareholder, member, officer, director, attorney proposed for City work, employee acting on behalf of the Proposer, agent, consultant, subcontractor, affiliated entity, or other person acting on behalf of the Proposer in connection with this RFP.
1. Prior Political Contributions
Within the twelve (12) months preceding submission of this proposal, has the Proposer made any political contribution of more than $500, individually or in the aggregate, to any City of Huntington Park City Council Member, candidate for City office, City-controlled committee, or other City official who may participate in or influence any City action concerning this RFP or any resulting contract?
YES ___ NO ___
If yes, identify the contributor, recipient, amount, date, and whether the contribution was made directly or through any intermediary.
2. Anticipated Future Political Contributions
Does the Proposer anticipate, plan, intend, or reasonably expect to make any political contribution of more than $500, individually or in the aggregate, to any City of Huntington Park City Council Member, candidate for City office, City-controlled committee, or other covered City official within twelve (12) months after any City action related to this proposal or any resulting contract?
YES ___ NO ___
If yes, identify the anticipated contributor, recipient, anticipated amount, anticipated date if known, and whether the contribution is expected to be made directly or through any intermediary.
Rick R. Olivarez
Managing Partner
6/17/26
X
X
17 3. PAC Participation or Support/Opposition Activity
Within the twenty-four (24) months preceding submission of this proposal, has the Proposer formed, funded, controlled, managed, sponsored, advised, represented, served as an officer or treasurer of, raised funds for, solicited funds for, made payments to, or otherwise participated in any political action committee, independent expenditure committee, candidate committee, ballot measure committee, or other political committee that supported or opposed any City of Huntington Park City Council Member, candidate for City office, City ballot measure, or City-controlled committee?
YES ___ NO ___
If yes, identify the committee, the Proposer’s role, the City official, candidate, measure, or committee supported or opposed, whether the activity was in support or opposition, the dates of participation, and the amount contributed, paid, raised, solicited, or bundled, if any.
4. Anticipated Future PAC Participation or Support/Opposition Activity Does the Proposer anticipate, plan, intend, or reasonably expect to form, fund, control, manage, sponsor, advise, represent, serve as an officer or treasurer of, raise funds for, solicit funds for, make payments to, or otherwise participate in any political action committee, independent expenditure committee, candidate committee, ballot measure committee, or other political committee that may support or oppose any City of Huntington Park City Council Member, candidate for City office, City ballot measure, or City-controlled committee within twelve (12) months after any City action related to this proposal or any resulting contract? YES ___ NO ___
If yes, identify the anticipated committee if known, the anticipated role, the City official, candidate, measure, or committee expected to be supported or opposed, whether the activity is expected to be in support or opposition, and the anticipated amount to be contributed, paid, raised, solicited, or bundled, if known.
5. Fundraising, Bundling, Behested Payments, or Intermediary Activity Within the twenty-four (24) months preceding submission of this proposal, has the Proposer hosted, sponsored, organized, solicited, bundled, transmitted, reimbursed, directed, arranged, or facilitated any contribution, payment, behested payment, sponsorship, event payment, or other campaign-related payment of more than $500 for the benefit of any City of Huntington Park City Council Member, candidate for City office, City ballot measure, Citycontrolled committee, or other covered City official? YES ___ NO ___
If yes, identify the person or entity involved, the recipient or beneficiary, the amount, the date, the nature of the activity, and any intermediary used.
X
X
X
18 6. Continuing Duty to Update
The Proposer must promptly update this disclosure in writing if, before contract award or within twelve (12) months after any City action related to this RFP or any resulting contract, the Proposer becomes aware of new or changed information responsive to this Appendix.
Acknowledged: YES ___ NO ___
7. Certification
The undersigned certifies that he or she is authorized to sign this disclosure on behalf of the Proposer; that the Proposer has made a reasonable inquiry regarding the matters disclosed above; and that the information provided is true, correct, and complete to the best of the Proposer’s knowledge.
The undersigned further acknowledges that a disclosure does not automatically disqualify the Proposer, but that false, misleading, incomplete, or materially inaccurate disclosures may result in rejection of the proposal, disqualification, termination of negotiations, termination of any resulting contract, or any other remedy available to the City.
Company / Proposer Name
Authorized Signatory
Title
Signature
Date
APPENDIX C
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
The selected Proposer shall not commence work until it has provided evidence satisfactory to the City that it has secured all required insurance. The City may modify these requirements before contract execution. Insurance requirements shall not limit the selected Proposer's indemnity, defense, or professional obligations. Please refer to the insurance packet provided as a supplemental attachment to the RFP. (PLEASE NOTE: The sample insurance requirements packet can be found in the documents section of the Planet Bids portal)
Additional Requirements
- Commercial General Liability and Commercial Automobile Liability policies shall name the City of Huntington Park, its elected and appointed officials, officers, employees, agents, and volunteers as additional insureds for liability arising out of the selected Proposer's services.
- Insurance shall be primary and non-contributory as to the City for covered claims where additional insured status is required.
- Required policies shall include waiver of subrogation in favor of the City where available and applicable, including Workers' Compensation.
X
Olivarez Madruga Law Organization, LLP
Rick R. Olivarez
Managing Partner
June 17, 2026
Olivarez Madruga Law Organization carries all of the required insurance and will include the City as a named insured on these policies in the event of the award of the proposed contract.
1 ORDINANCE NO. 934
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF __ AMENDING TITLE 5
(BUSINESS LICENSES, REGULATIONS AND TAXES) OF
THE __ MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD LICENSING AND
PERMIT REQUIREMENTS FOR CANNABIS RETAIL
BUSINESS, AND AMENDING TITLE 9 (ZONING AND
PLANNING REGULATIONS) TO CONDITIONALLY
PERMIT A CANNABIS RETAIL USE IN COMMERCIAL
ZONES
WHEREAS, the City of __ (“City”) is a general law city, incorporated under the laws of the State of California;
WHEREAS, pursuant to its police power, the City may enact and enforce laws within its boundaries which promote the public health, morals, safety, or general welfare of the community, and are not in conflict with general laws; WHEREAS, the City’s General Plan (“General Plan”) articulates the community’s vision and is underscored by an effective Zoning Code in compliance with state law that protects the public health, safety and welfare, enacts regulatory and enforcement controls to defend safe neighborhood character and minimize potential for negative impacts on people, the community, and the environment;
WHEREAS, Chapter 9.21 (Prohibited Uses) of Title 9 (Zoning and Planning Regulations) of the __ Municipal Code (“__MC”) expressly prohibits all commercial cannabis activities within City limits;
WHEREAS, the City finds it necessary to amend the __MC to remove certain prohibitions and add language to enact provisions that authorize appropriate use standards for commercial cannabis activities, specifically, cannabis retail activities through proposed Ordinance No. 934 (“Ordinance”);
WHEREAS, the proposed Ordinance establishes land use and zoning regulations for Cannabis Retail, as specified, that are legal within the state, subject to strict compliance with state and local laws and regulations;
WHEREAS, the proposed Ordinance would streamline review and processing of entitlement requests and promote accessibility and a convenient, safe, and sustainable way to connect customers to a desired commodified product and ensure community compatibility;
WHEREAS, the purpose of the Ordinance is to ensure the incorporation of regulations and development standards of such businesses in certain zones within the City through the use of the public hearing process for both conditional use permits and negotiated development agreements;
2 WHEREAS, the proposed Ordinance would be consistent with the General Plan; WHEREAS, Policy No. 1 of the General Plan’s Land Use Element emphasizes the City’s commitment to open communication and seeking public input; WHEREAS, the deliberation of the Ordinance has been subject to a public hearing process that has been duly noticed for the purpose of seeking public input and participation and community members will continue to provide public input for individual projects resulting from ordinance implementation and is therefore consistent with Policy No. 1;
WHEREAS, Policy No. 3 of the General Plan’s Land Use Element promotes compatible commercial development to emphasize commercial identity and to enhance the appearance, potential economic vitality, and revitalization of commercial areas in the City;
WHEREAS, a cannabis retail use will be limited to commercial and industrial zones only and subject to certain development standards and other siting requirements to enhance the economic viability of the surrounding commercial areas and is therefore consistent with Policy No. 3;
WHEREAS, Policy No. 4 of the General Plan’s Land Use Element asserts that the City shall encourage private investment in the City’s industrial economic base while ensuring compliance with necessary environmental requirements; WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 934 encourages investment by permitting a cannabis retail use that would be subject to a discretionary approval process and would be required to comply with all applicable state and local environmental requirements and is therefore consistent with Policy No. 4;
WHEREAS, Policy No. 5 of the General Plan’s Land Use Element emphasizes the provision of an environment to stimulate local employment, property values, community stability, and the economic vitality of existing local businesses; WHEREAS, the introduction of a new use will promote an economic diversity of the City’s commercial and industrial zones and provide local employment opportunities while still regulating the use in order to ensure community stability and economic vitality of existing businesses and is therefore consistent with Policy No. 5; WHEREAS, pursuant to California Government Code Section 65854, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing on this matter on May 30, 2023, wherein the Planning Commission considered all public comments received both before and during the public hearing, the presentation by City staff, the relevant staff report, and all other pertinent documents regarding the proposed Ordinance No. 934; WHEREAS, at the close of the public hearing, the Planning Commission voted to recommend denial of the proposed ordinance by a 4-1-0 vote due to the desire to conduct 3 more public hearings and for further input on the properties that may potentially be zoned to conditionally permit a Cannabis Retail use;
WHEREAS, the City Council may approve, modify, or disapprove the Planning Commission’s recommendation pursuant to Government Code Section 65857; WHEREAS, on June 12, 2023, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing regarding the proposed Ordinance, considered all public comments received before and during the public hearing, the presentation by City Staff, the relevant staff report inclusive of the Planning Commission’s recommendation, and all other pertinent documents regarding the proposed ordinance;
WHEREAS, the proposed Ordinance would preserve the ability for the input and participation for any proposed Cannabis Retail use through the conditional use permit process and, if applicable, through the development agreement process; and WHEREAS, cannabis retail operations often take place in existing commercial or industrial buildings, and operate similarly to other retail operations, and would be subject to the same development standards as other commercial operations, including but not limited to height, setbacks, and parking; but subject to more restrictive siting requirements and thus, it can be seen with certainty that the regulation of cannabis retail sales will not cause a direct or indirect impact on the environment pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) (Pub. Res. Code § 21000 et seq.) and the CEQA Guidelines (Cal. Code Regs., Title 14, § 15000 et seq.).
NOW THEREFORE, the people of the City of __ do ordain as follows (unless otherwise noted, changes are shown in bold or strikethrough text):
SECTION 1. The recitals set forth above are true and correct and are hereby incorporated by reference in full herein.
SECTION 2. Chapter 9.21 (Prohibited Uses) of Title 9 (Zoning and Planning) of the __ Municipal Code is repealed in its entirety.
SECTION 3. The alphabetical list of definitions provided in Chapter 9.04 (Definitions) of Title 9 (Zoning and Planning Regulations) of the __MC, is amended to add the following definitions:
Section 9.04.030 “C” definitions.
“Cannabis” shall mean all parts of the plant Cannabis Sativa Linnaeus, Cannabis Indica, or Cannabis Ruderalis, whether growing or not; the seeds thereof; the resin, whether crude or purified, extracted from any part of the plant; and every compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of the plant, its seeds, or resin. “Cannabis” also means the separated resin, whether crude or purified, obtained from cannabis. “Cannabis” does not include the mature stalks of the plant, fiber produced from the stalks, oil or cake made from the seeds of the plant, any other compound, manufacture, salt, derivative, mixture, or preparation of the mature stalks (except the 4 resin extracted therefrom), fiber, oil or cake, or the sterilized seed of the plant which is incapable of germination. For the purpose of this division, “cannabis” does not mean “industrial hemp” as defined by Section 11018.5 of the Health and Safety Code. “Cannabis Cultivation” shall have the same meaning as Section 26001(m) of the Business and Professions Code, and includes any commercial activity involving the planting, growing, harvesting, drying, curing, grading, or trimming of cannabis.
Cannabis Cultivation, as defined herein, does not include the personal cultivation at a private residence of up to six (6) plants as authorized by state law for personal use. “Cannabis Manufacturing” shall have the same meaning as Section 26001(aj) of the Business and Professions Code, and includes activities that compound, blend, extract, infuse, package, label or otherwise make or prepare a cannabis product. “Cannabis Products” shall have the same meaning as in Section 11018.1 of the Health and Safety Code, and includes such products that are intended for use on, or consumption by, an animal. Cannabis products are not considered food, as defined by Section 109935 of the Health and Safety Code, a drug, as defined by Section 109925 of the Health and Safety Code, or a cosmetic, as defined by Section 109900 of the Health and Safety Code.
“Cannabis Retail” shall have the same meaning as Section 26001(av) of the Business and Professions Code, and includes a person who is engaged in the retail sale and delivery of cannabis or cannabis products to customers. Delivery of Cannabis and Cannabis Products shall also include the use of a technology platform by a Cannabis Retailer to conduct the commercial transfer of Cannabis and Cannabis Products. “Cannabis State Licensee” shall have the same meaning as Section 26001(ac) of the Business and Professions Code, and includes a person holding a license pursuant to the Medical and Adult-Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (“MAUCRSA”) whether the holder of an A-license or M-license, as defined in Section 26001 of the Business and Professions Code.
“Cannabis Testing Laboratory” shall have the same meaning as Section 26001(ax) of the Business and Professions Code, and includes a laboratory, facility, or entity in the state that offers or performs tests of cannabis or cannabis products and that is: (a) accredited by an accrediting body that is independent from all other persons involved in commercial cannabis activity in the state; and (b) licensed by the California Department of Cannabis Control, or statewide body charged with regulating commercial cannabis activities.
Section 9.04.250 “Y” definitions.
“Youth center” shall have the same meaning as Section 11353.1(e)(2) of the Health and Safety Code, and includes any public or private facility that is primarily used to host recreation or social activities for minors, including but not limited to, private youth 5 membership organizations or clubs, social service teenage club facilities, video arcades, or similar amusement park facilities.
SECTION 4. The alphabetical list of land uses in Table 9.12A of Section 9.12.030 (Permitted land uses) of Chapter 9.12 (Commercial Zones) of Title 9 (Zoning and Planning Regulations) of the __MC is amended to add the following new land use categories to the alphabetical list to read as follows:
Table 9.12A: Commercial Land Use Matrix
Uses M-U
Zone
C-S
Zone
C-3
Zone
C-4
Zone
C-M
Zone
Special Requirements
Cannabis
Cultivation1
Cannabis
Manufacturing
Cannabis Retail2 C C C C C Refer to __MC, Chapter
9.20 for additional
development
standards for
Cannabis Retail.
Refer to __MC, Chapter
5.12 for business
regulatory permit and
operating standards
for Cannabis Retail.
Cannabis Testing
Laboratory
SECTION 5. The alphabetical list of land uses in Table 9.14A of Section 9.14.030 (Permitted land uses) of Chapter 9.14 (Industrial Zones) of Title 9 (Zoning and Planning Regulations) of the __MC is amended to add the following new land use categories of the alphabetical list to read as follows:
Table 9.14A: Industrial Land Use Matrix
Uses M-1 Special Requirements
1 This use excludes the cultivation of up to six (6) cannabis plants, as permitted by state law, for personal use.
2 A Cannabis Retail use is prohibited within the Civic Center Overlay District (“CCOD”) as indicated on the City’s Zoning Map, irrespective of the underlying zoning. 6 Cannabis Cultivation1
Cannabis Manufacturing
Cannabis Retail2 C Refer to __MC, Chapter 9.20
for additional development
standards for Cannabis
Retail.
Refer to __MC, Chapter 5.12
for business regulatory
permit and operating
standards for Cannabis
Retail.
Cannabis Testing Laboratory
SECTION 6. Section 9.20.160 of Chapter 9.20 (Special Uses and Applicable Standards) of Title 9 (Zoning and Planning Regulations) of the __MC, is added to read:
Chapter 9.20 Special Uses and Appliable Standards
9.20.160 Cannabis Retail – Conditional use.
In addition to compliance with all other state and local statutes, ordinances and regulations, the following regulations shall apply to Cannabis Retailers where they are permitted by conditional use permit:
A. Location. The following locational requirements shall apply to all Cannabis Retailers:
1. Use Prohibited in the Civic Center Overlay District. A Cannabis Retail use shall not be permitted within the Civic Center Overlay District (“CCOD”), as indicated on the City’s Zoning Map, irrespective of the underlying zoning.
2. Proximity to Sensitive Uses. A Cannabis Retail use shall not be located within a 600-foot radius of a day care center, youth center, school, or parks as defined in Chapter 9.04 of the __MC, that is existing at the time an application for a conditional use permit is submitted.
3. Proximity to Cannabis Retailers. A Cannabis Retailer shall not be located within a 250-foot radius of another Cannabis Retailer that is existing at the time an application for a conditional use permit is submitted.
1 This use excludes the cultivation of up to six cannabis plants, as permitted by state law, for personal use. 2 A Cannabis Retail use is prohibited within the Civic Center Overlay District (“CCOD”) as indicated on the City’s Zoning Map, irrespective of the underlying zoning.
7 B. Additional Development and Design Standards for Cannabis Retailers. The following development and design standards shall apply to all Cannabis Retailers unless more restrictive conditions are imposed as a condition of approval:
1. Parking. A Cannabis Retail use shall be subject to the “Business general” parking requirements, as set forth in Section 9.38.050(C)(2) of the __MC.
2. Signage. All signage shall comply with the requirements set forth in Chapter
9.40 of the __MC.
3. Windows. Windows facing the street frontage shall be clear untinted glass.
Mirrored, reflective, or tinted glass shall only be permitted as an architectural or decorative accent and shall not comprise more than twenty percent (20%) of the window.
4. Decorative Railings and Grilles. Decorative railings and grilles that are placed in front of or behind windows shall be at least seventy-five percent (75%) open to perpendicular view and no more than six (6) feet in height. Security gates and grilles shall be prohibited on the exterior of any structure.
C. Additional Application Requirements. Applications for a conditional use permit to permit a Cannabis Retail use shall also provide the following documentation, in addition to the requirements set forth in Section 9.50.030 of the __MC:
1. A copy of the state Cannabis Retail license (Type 9 or Type 10, as defined in the California Code of Regulations) issued by the Department of Cannabis Control (“DCC”).
2. A signed affidavit stating that upon a conditional approval of the Cannabis Retail use, that applicant will apply for and obtain a business regulatory permit for Cannabis Retailer, pursuant to Chapter 5.12 of the __MC, prior to commencing operations of the Cannabis Retail use.
3. A radius map indicating the location of all Cannabis Retailers, day care centers, youth centers, and schools existing within a one thousand five hundred (1,500) foot radius of the subject site at the time of application submittal. Radius maps must be generated within thirty (30) days of submittal to the City.
D. Duration. The life of a conditional use permit shall not exceed eighteen (18) months from the date of issuance of the first building permit. For the purposes of this section, a “building permit” shall mean a permit issued by the Building and Safety Division for the development of a property or structure, inclusive of demolition; grading; building; electrical, plumbing, or mechanical upgrades; or change of occupancy. An applicant who wishes to obtain an approval for a Cannabis Retail use in exceedance of eighteen (18) months may request a development agreement.
E. Upon consideration of the conditional use permit, the planning commission may also impose additional conditions of approval.
8 SECTION 7. The alphabetical list of definitions provided in Section 5.12.015 (Permit – Designation of business requiring) of Chapter 5.12 (Permits – Issuance and Revocation) of Title 5 (Business Licenses, Regulations and Taxes) of the __MC, is amended to add the following definitions:
G. Cannabis Retail. As defined in Section 9.04.030 of the __ Zoning Code; H. Cannabis Products. As defined in Section 9.04.030 of the __ Zoning Code; K. Head shop. A business is deemed to be a head shop if it sells or displays for the purpose of sale any device, contrivance, instrument or paraphernalia for smoking or injecting, or consuming cannabis, hashish, PCP or any controlled substance, as defined in the Business and Professions Code or the Health and Safety Code of the state of California, other than prescription drugs and devices to ingest or inject prescription drugs, as well as roach clips, and cigarette papers and rollers designed for the smoking of the foregoing;
SECTION 8. Section 5.14.010 (Application) of Chapter 5.14 (Business Regulations Generally) of the __MC is amended to read:
The following regulations in Chapters 5.22 through 5.60 and 5.64 of the __MC, in addition to any other regulations imposed by this code or by state law, shall apply to all business licenses and trades licensed under the provisions of the business license law.
SECTION 9. Chapter 5.64 (Retail Cannabis Business Permit) is added to Title 5 (Business Licenses, Regulations and Taxes) of the __MC to read:
5.64.010 Purpose and intent.
It is the purpose and intent of this Chapter to regulate the operations of Cannabis Retail businesses, which may pose public safety risk and quality of life concerns if not properly regulated. It is the City’s goal to address concerns related to the business aspect of commercial cannabis activities through the City’s police powers. Therefore, the City imposes the following objective standards for applications, approvals, denials, and permit revocations, as well as terms for security, odor, inspection, and grounds for revocation of a Cannabis Retail business regulatory permit.
5.64.020 Retail Cannabis Permit Required.
A. All Cannabis Retail businesses are subject to the business regulatory permit requirements of this Chapter and Chapter 5.12 of the __MC, as well as all other applicable ordinances of the City and laws of the state of California.
B. It shall be unlawful for any person to establish, operate, engage in, conduct, or carry on any Cannabis Retail within the City unless the person first obtains, and continues to maintain in full force and effect, a Cannabis Retail business regulatory permit, as required herein.
9 5.64.030 Permit Application Contents.
In addition to the application requirements in Section 5.12.020, an application for a Cannabis Retailer permit shall submit:
A. A planning commission Resolution and associated conditions of approval, and development agreement (if applicable), for a Cannabis Retailer use at the location proposed for the Cannabis Retailer business regulatory permit.
B. A site plan and floor plan for the associated approved conditional use permit.
C. A valid license (Type 9 or Type 10, as defined in the California Code of Regulations, Title 4, Division 19) issued by the Department of Cannabis Control (“DCC”), accompanied by a statement signed under penalty of perjury, affirming that the license is valid and is in good standing with the DCC, and is not subject to pending or active enforcement action, including but not limited to including unpaid fines, outstanding citations, license suspension, or license revocation.
D. A security plan indicating the Cannabis Retailer shall provide adequate security and lighting on-site to ensure the safety of persons and protect the premises from theft at all times in conformance with the security plan.
E. A permit application shall not be processed until all of the foregoing documentation and application requirements set forth in __MC Section 5.12.020 and this Section
5.64.030 have been satisfied.
5.64.040 Operating Standards.
All Cannabis Retail businesses in the City shall operate in conformance with the following operating requirements (“Operating Standards”):
A. No Cannabis Retailer may commence operations without obtaining a business regulatory permit required by this Chapter; a conditional use permit for a Cannabis Retailer use pursuant to Chapter 9.50 of the __MC; the issuance of a certificate of occupancy, finalized Building Job Card, or equivalent document signed by the Building Official; the appropriate state licenses issued by the DCC; and any other applicable governmental agency approvals. In the event that a Cannabis Retailer does not request a building permit, the Cannabis Retailer shall not commence operations until the Planning Department has inspected the site to confirm that all applicable conditions of approval and/or applicable terms within an executed development agreement have been satisfied.
B. Cannabis Retail businesses shall provide adequate security and lighting on site to ensure the safety of persons and protect the premises from theft at all times in conformance with the security plan submitted with the business license application.
C. All security guards employed by a Cannabis Retail business shall be licensed and possess a valid Department of Consumer Affairs “Security Guard Card” at all times. 10 D. Cannabis Retailer shall strictly comply with the state requirements, including but not limited to the Medical and Adult-Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (“MAUCRSA”) and related regulations as enacted by the DCC and amended from time to time.
E. An odor absorbing ventilation and exhaust system shall be installed so that odor generated inside the business is not detected inside the business.
F. Cannabis Retailers shall not engage in Cannabis Cultivation, Cannabis Manufacturing, Cannabis Laboratory Testing, as defined in Chapter 9.04 of the __MC.
All such business uses are strictly prohibited within City limits and are subject to enforcement action pursuant to Section 5.64.060 of the __MC.
G. On-site consumption of Cannabis and Cannabis Products shall be prohibited.
H. Cannabis Retail businesses shall post a notice in a conspicuous location, readily visible to persons entering the premises notifying patrons that entry onto the premises by persons under the age of twenty-one (21) is prohibited.
I. Cannabis Retail businesses shall comply with all conditions of approval stated in the conditional use permit permitting the Cannabis Retail use issued pursuant to Chapter
9.50 of the __MC.
J. City Code Compliance Officers, the __ Police Department, Los Angeles County Fire Department staff, or other agents and employees of the City shall be granted access to the site for the purpose of determining compliance with the Operating Standards contained herein.
K. A Cannabis Retail business shall commence operations within one year of issuance of a business regulatory permit.
5.64.050 Suspension or Revocation – Grounds.
A. In addition to the grounds in Chapter 5.12 of the __MC, a permit may be suspended or revoked if any of the following conditions exist:
1. Failure to comply with the Operating Standards contained in Section 5.64.040 of the __MC.
2. Failure to pay all applicable taxes and fees to the City for a consecutive threemonth period.
3. The assignment or attempt to assign or transfer any business regulatory permit issued pursuant to this Chapter.
4. Failure to obtain and/or maintain all of the required state permits for a Cannabis Retail business, including but not limited to licenses from the Department of Cannabis Control and a seller’s permit from the State Department of Tax and Fee Administration.
11 5. Failure to maintain and post all state- and locally-issued licenses and permits in a conspicuous place.
B. The hearing and appeal procedures for a suspension or revocation of a permit shall be in accordance with the procedures pursuant to Chapter 5.12 of the __MC.
5.64.060 Unauthorized Cannabis Operations – Enforcement.
A. Any person or entity engaged in a Cannabis Retailer operation, as defined in Chapter 9.04 of the __MC, without a regulatory business permit, shall be considered a nuisance per se and shall be subject to enforcement action, including but not limited to prosecution of a misdemeanor.
B. Any person or entity, including a licensed Cannabis Retailer, engaged in Cannabis Cultivation, Cannabis Manufacturing, or Cannabis Laboratory Testing, as defined in Chapter 9.04 of the __MC, shall be considered a nuisance per se and shall be subject to enforcement action, including but not limited to prosecution of a misdemeanor.
5.64.070 Violations.
A. Each and every violation of the provisions of this Title 5 of the __MC is hereby deemed unlawful and a public nuisance and may be prosecuted as a misdemeanor.
Each day a violation is committed or permitted to continue shall constitute a separate offense.
B. The remedies provided herein are not to be construed as exclusive remedies. The remedies set forth in Title 5 of the __MC shall be in addition to any other remedies for violations of the Municipal Code, including but not limited to Title 6 and Title 9 of the __MC.
5.64.080 City Fees.
The City Council may adopt fees related to the review, issuance, and enforcement of Cannabis Retail business regulatory permits.
SECTION 10. In accordance with CEQA and CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), it can be seen with certainty that the adoption of Ordinance No. 934 would not result in a significant environmental impact and is therefore exempt from CEQA.
SECTION 11. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this Ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance, and each section, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions might subsequently be declared invalid or unconstitutional.
12 SECTION 12. The City Clerk shall certify the passage and adoption of this Ordinance and shall cause this Ordinance to be published and/or posted as required by law, which shall take full force and effect thirty days from its adoption. [Signatures on the following page]
13 PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this day of , 2024.
THE CITY OF __
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__, Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM: ATTEST:
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City Attorney City Clerk
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT
AGENDA REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: City Manager
BY: Community Development Director
SUBJECT: APPROVAL OF DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE NEXUS STUDY AND INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 928, AMENDING
TITLE 3 OF THE __ MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH
CHAPTER 3.27, “DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES”
DATE:
RECOMMENDATION:
It is staff’s recommendation that the City Council:
1. Approve a resolution adopting the Development Impact Fee (DIF) study, which finds that the activity to consider development impact fees is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines section nos. 15378(b)(4), 15060(c)(3), and 15060(c)(2), based on the findings and conclusions in the staff report; and
2. Introduce first reading, by title only, and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 928, amending Title 3 of the __ Municipal Code (__MC) to add Chapter 3.27, titled “Development Impact Fees.”
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
With the passage of the 1987 Mitigation Fee Act (Act) [Government Code Section 66000 and following], the State of California recognized both the rising costs associated with the infrastructure to serve the built environment communities need and the impact of population increase on local jurisdictions. The Mitigation Fee Act secured a system for identifying and collecting certain fees, dedications, reservations, and other exactions that local jurisdictions could regularly impose when properties are developed. A Development Impact Fee (DIF) is a monetary exaction charged by local government to a developer in connection with implementation of approved projects. Impact fees vary widely across localities. While the City of __ (City) has understood the impacts of development on its infrastructure, it has yet to adopt DIF legislation, lest it appear unfriendly to businesses.
With greater understanding that property developers budget for such fees and expect them as part of a growing city, the City Council directed staff to proceed with a Request for Proposals to conduct a DIF study.
On DATE, City staff released a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a development impact fee nexus study and recommended a development impact fee schedule for new development. The purpose of the requested Study was to ensure the City utilized overhead rates that accurately accounted for the cost of dilapidating infrastructure and General Plan updates and to ensure appropriate fees would be assessed for necessary future improvements and updates.
The RFP requested a scope of services proposal to address the following:
1. Provide data, findings, and recommendations to implement Development Impact Fees.
2. Review City documents.
3. Attend staff and public meetings.
4. Prepare a final report submitted to the City containing background information, methodology, findings, and recommendations.
Staff made a recommendation for consultant selection based on staff’s evaluation of the proposals/qualifications in consideration of the consultant team’s qualifications, comparable experience and cost, as well as consultant’s availability to undertake the project, complete tasks in a timely manner and deliver a high-quality work product. Staff was confident in recommending __ Financial Services based on their command of the subject matter. On DATE, the City Council adopted a resolution approving the professional services agreement with __ Financial Services for a commissioned DIF study and to recommend a DIF schedule for new development.
DISCUSSION:
Like most jurisdictions, the City is organized into departments that provide a full range of municipal services, including police, public works, recreation and community services, community and economic development, and administration. These services are supported by the General Fund. The adopted fiscal year (FY) 20__-__ budget is approximately $__ million, up from the previous two years. DIFs are fees assessed on new development to help pay their fair share of the cost for the expansion of City infrastructure and services impacted by the new development. This proportional exaction, as discussed in the attached draft Study, would be considered a reasonable relationship between the fee’s use and the type of development project on which the fee is charged.
Study Objectives
The City initiated a review of the current supportive practices for required infrastructure improvements for the City’s General Plan growth projections and the City’s 10-Year Capital Improvement Plan. The Study was intended to consider operational services that could be included in the fee program to ensure the costs of supporting the new required infrastructure would be paid by endeavors associated with new development. The Study summarizes an analysis of development impact fees needed to support future development in the City through 2040 and shared approaches in keeping with the State’s Act commonly used to accommodate growth.
Cost Approaches
The Study identifies three approaches commonly used to collect public facilities fees under that authority granted by the Act. The three approaches explained are the existing inventory approach, the planned facilities approach, and the system plan approach.
The existing inventory approach assumes no net loss of levels of service to new development when there is no long-range plan for new facilities available.
The planned facilities approach allocates costs based on the ratio of new development use or increase in demand for services when a share of a service can be identified and tied to a new use.
The system plan approach considers situations where existing and new facilities and services are used by existing and new development and allocates a share of the responsibility to new development. Existing development must also fund a share of the planned facilities with any funding source other than impact fees.
Use of Fees and Program Maintenance
The Study goes on to say that impact fee revenue must be spent on new facilities or expansion of current facilities to serve new development. The Study also identifies maximum justified fees to fund the anticipated amount required to fund $__ million for planned future facilities and expanded services on page 4. Should less than the maximum be adopted, reliance on other sources of revenue would be needed to fund infrastructure, facilities and expanded services for new development, including existing or new taxes, special assessments, bond proceeds and/or grants.
Summary of Study
The Study’s purpose is to provide findings and recommendations to implement a DIF program with the knowledge that growth projections will dictate adding supportive infrastructure and other operational services. The Study methodology includes six (6) steps for calculating fees required to fund the mitigations associated with accommodating growth. The six steps involve 1.) estimating future growth, 2.) identifying existing facility standards, 3.) determining future required facilities, 4.) determining associated costs to serve new development, 5.) allocating a cost per unit of new development with the appropriate portion of future facilities, and 6.) identifying alternative funding requirements.
It was noted that through this process, approved projects would fund only facilities that would be required by the new development.
To ensure appropriate funding, the Study states that the three separate standards that determine components for facility standards are demand, design, and cost. Demand standards focus on the quantity of facilities that would be used to accommodate growth.
Design standards focus on how a facility would be planned for function. Cost standards help quantify portions of facilities that would be used by new development. The Study indicated the types of facilities would be planned in the way best determined by the type of use anticipated for the new development.
The Study reports that there are three common methods for determining new development’s fair share of planned facilities. The existing inventory, planned facilities, and system plan methods allocate costs formulaic ratios of existing, planned facilities and new development use growth forecasts and projections that would demand transportation facilities, parks and recreation facilities, general government facilities, law enforcement facilities, and General Plan updates.
The Study recommends the following fee levels for different residential and nonresidential categories.
Table 1 summarizes the development impact fees that meet the City’s identified needs and comply with the requirements of the Mitigation Fee Act.