IRWINDALE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS OCTOBER 26, 2022
6050 N. IRWINDALE AVENUE WEDNESDAY
IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA 91706 6: 00 P. M.
The Irwindale CITY COUNCIL met in special session at the above time and place.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Mark A. Breceda, Manuel R. Garcia, H. Manuel Ortiz; Mayor Pro Tern Albert F. Ambriz;
Mayor Chair Larry G. Burrola
Also Present: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager; Adrian Guerra, City Attorney
SPONTANEOUS
COMMUNICATIONS There were no speakers.
RECESS TO At 6: 01 p. m., the City Council met in Closed Session to discuss the CLOSED SESSION following:
Conference with Legal Counsel — Existing Litigation
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956. 9 Name of Case: Five Points, LP vs. City of Irwindale
Case Number: 22STCV01394
ACTION: Update provided, no action taken, no direction provided.
Conference with Real Property Negotiator
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956. 8 Property: Olive Pit ( APN 8415- 001- 906, 908)
Agency Negotiators: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager and Arsanious Hanna, Director of Engineering / Building Official
Negotiating Parties: United Rock Products Corp.
Under Negotiation: Sublease Price and Terms
ACTION: Discussed, no action taken, no direction provided; Mayor Burrola did not participate in the discussion.
Property: South Manning Pit (APNs 8417- 034- 905; 8417- 034- 907; 8417- 009- 908)
Agency Negotiators: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager and Arsanious Hanna, Director of Engineering 1 Building Official
Negotiating Parties: Los Angeles County Flood Control District Under Negotiation: Price and terms
ACTION: Update provided, no action taken, no direction provided.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING
RECONVENE IN
OPEN SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
OCTOBER 26, 2022
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At 6: 41 p. m., the City Council reconvened in Open Session with all members present.
There being no further business to conduct, the meeting was adjourned at 6:43 p. m.
Laua M. Nieto, MMC
Chj6f Deputy City Clerk
Approved as presented at the meeting held November 9, 2022.
IRWINDALE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS OCTOBER 26, 2022
5050 N. IRWINDALE AVENUE WEDNESDAY
IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA 91706 6: 43 P. M.
The Irwindale CITY COUNCIL met in regular session, beginning at the above time and place.
ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Mark A. Breceda, Manuel R. Garcia, H. Manuel Ortiz; Mayor Pro Tern Albert F. Ambriz;
Mayor Larry G. Burrola
Present: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager; Adrian Guerra, City Attorney; Robert Castro, Interim Chief of Police; Theresa Olivares, Assistant City Manager; Kambiz Borhani, Director of Finance 1 City Treasurer; Arsanious Hanna, Director of Engineering / Building Official; Marilyn Simpson, Community Development Director; Mary Hull, Human Resources Manager, Elizabeth Rodriguez, Public Services Director; and Laura Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk
CHANGES TO THE
AGENDA There were none.
COUNCILMEMBER
TRAVEL REPORTS There were none.
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MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor Pro Tern Ambriz, Councilmember Ortiz, and Mayor Burrola AMBRIZ, thanked those that volunteered and participated in the 2022 Business COUNCILMEMBER Expo.
ORTIZ, AND MAYOR
BURROLA
MAYOR BURROLA Mayor Burrola requested that the meeting be adjourned in memory of El Monte Police Chief Ben Lowry and asked that a letter of condolence be sent to El Monte.
INTRODUCTION OF
NEW EMPLOYEES 1
PROMOTIONS There were none.
PROCLAMATIONS 1
PRESENTATIONS 1
COMMENDATIONS
CHAMBER OF CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUSINESS OF THE MONTH —
COMMERCE IRWINDALE BREW YARD
BUSINESS OF THE
MONTH — IRWINDALE The presentation was made.
BREW YARD
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
ANITA HERNANDEZ T
2022 BUSINESS EXPO
AND TASTE OF
IRWINDALE
RECOGNITION OF
2022 BUSINESS EXPO
AND TASTE OF
IRWINDALE
VOLUNTEERS
RECOGNITION OF
SPECTRUM —
BUSINESS OF THE
YEAR, SAN GABRIEL
VALLEY ECONOMIC
PARTNERSHIP
OCTOBER 26, 2022
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ANITA HERNANDEZ — 2022 BUSINESS EXPO AND TASTE OF
IRWINDALE
The presentation was made.
RECOGNITION OF 2022 BUSINESS EXPO AND TASTE OF
IRWINDALE VOLUNTEERS
The presentation was made.
RECOGNITION OF SPECTRUM — BUSINESS OF THE YEAR, SAN
GABRIEL VALLEY ECONOMIC PARTNERSHIP
The recognition was made.
ESGV ENERGY ESGV ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAM
EFFICIENCY PROGRAM
The presentation was made.
SPONTANEOUS
COMMUNICATIONS
CARMEN ROMAN Carmen Roman emailed her comments, wherein she thanked Librarian Balli for all her hard work and dedication to the Library, especially in light of her efforts in securing a $ 6 million grant for the construction of a new Library.
FRED BARBOSA Fred Barbosa complained about the ESGV Energy Efficiency program, volunteered to prepare a flyer on misappropriations, commented on what he perceived to be false information on election - related flyers, and complained about misinformation relating to CaIPERS pensions.
CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION A motion was made by Councilmember Breceda, seconded by Councilmember Ortiz, to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Item Nos. 1 C, 1 F and 11, which were removed for separate consideration. The motion was unanimously approved.
ITEM NO. 1A MINUTES
MINUTES
No minutes for approval
ITEM NO. 1 B WARRANTS 1 DEMANDS I PAYROLL
WARRANTS/
DEMANDS I PAYROLL The warrants / demands I payroll were approved.
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ITEM NO. 1 D
BIENNIAL CONFLICT
OF INTEREST UPDATE
BIENNIAL CONFLICT OF INTEREST UPDATE
OCTOBER 26, 2022
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RESOLUTION NO. Resolution No. 2022-93- 3343, entitled:
2022- 93- 3343
ADOPTED " A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 2020- 68- 3228 AND
ESTABLISHING A CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE FOR
DESIGNATED CITY PERSONNEL AND CONSULTANTS," was
adopted.
ITEM NO. 1 E
APPROVAL OF THE
CITYWIDE RESIDENTIAL
CURB ADDRESS
PAINTING PROJECT
RESOLUTION NO.
2022- 103- 3353
ADOPTED
ITEM NO. 1 G
APPROVE THE
PURCHASE OF TWO
2) PUBLIC SERVICES
VEHICLES AND WAIVE
FORMAL BIDDING
PROCEDURE
APPROVAL OF THE CITYWIDE RESIDENTIAL CURB ADDRESS
PAINTING PROJECT
Resolution No. 2022- 103- 3353, entitled
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
IRWINDALE AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2022/ 2023 ADOPTED
BUDGET, ESTABLISHING A CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT,
AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR THE CURB ADDRESS
PAINTING PROJECT IN FRONT OF RESIDENTIAL HOMES AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH CARE FOR THE CHILDREN," was adopted
with City Manager Miranda noting that funding will be provided by the General Fund unassigned reserves transfer to Fund 48, Capital Improvement Project Number 8104.
APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF TWO ( 2) PUBLIC SERVICES
VEHICLES AND WAIVE FORMAL BIDDING PROCEDURE
RESOLUTION NO. Resolution No. 2022- 102- 3352, entitled:
2022- 102- 3352
ADOPTED " A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
IRWINDALE WAIVING THE FORMAL BIDDING PROCEDURES
PURSUANT TO IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION
2. 44. 080 ( E), AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A PURCHASE
ORDER AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER
INTO A PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF TWO
2) PUBLIC SERVICES VEHICLES FOR THE PUBLIC SERVICES
MAINTENANCE DIVISION," was adopted.
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ITEM NO. 1 H INVESTMENT QUARTERLY REPORT — SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 INVESTMENT ( joint item for all agencies)
QUARTERLY REPORT
SEPTEMBER 30, 2022 The Investment Quarterly Report for September 30, 2022, was adopted.
ITEM NO. 1J REQUEST TO APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE
REQUEST TO PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING CONTRACT WITH
APPROVE AMENDMENT ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ASSOCIATES ( ESA) TO COMPLETE NO. 1 TO THE THE PREPARATION OF AN UPDATED HOUSING ELEMENT,
PROFESSIONAL SAFETY ELEMENT, AND DEVELOPMENT OF AN
CONSULTING ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ELEMENT AND THE APPROPRIATE
CONTRACT WITH ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW DOCUMENT IN COMPLIANCE WITH
ESA STATE LAW
Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Consulting Contract with Environmental Science Associates ( ESA) for a budget augment in the amount of $ 145, 000 to complete the Housing Element, Safety Element, and Environmental Justice Element and environmental document, was approved, and
RESOLUTION NO. Resolution No. 2022- 100- 3350, entitled:
2022- 100- 3350
ADOPTED " A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR ( FY)
2022- 2023 BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING $ 145, 000 FOR
AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE PROFESSIONAL CONSULTING
CONTRACT WITH ENVIRONMENTAL SCIENCE ASSOCIATES
ESA) TO COMPLETE THE PREPARATION OF THE HOUSING
ELEMENT, SAFETY ELEMENT, AND DEVELOPMENT OF AN
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ELEMENT, AND THE APPROPRIATE
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW DOCUMENT," was adopted.
ITEM NO. 1 K REQUEST TO APPROVE A PROJECT REIMBURSEMENT
REQUEST TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND KP IRWINDALE
APPROVE A PROJECT OWNING, LLC (" APPLICANT") FOR CEQA AND CITY ATTORNEY
REIMBURSEMENT COSTS ASSOCIATED WITH THE PROPOSED INDUSTRIAL AND
AGREEMENT WITH OPTIONAL BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM
KP IRWINDALE DEVELOPMENT TO BE LOCATED AT 13620 LIVE OAK LANE OWNING, LLC ( APNS 8532- 002- 035 AND - 042)
The Project Reimbursement Agreement with KP Irwindale Owning, LLC for the reimbursement of costs associated with processing and negotiating permits, entitlements, and proposed conditions of approval of the Project, including all CEQA work conducted and all necessary CEQA documents prepared by the CEQA consultant selected by the City as the Lead Agency and costs incurred by the City Attorney' s Office was approved.
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END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
OCTOBER 26, 2022
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ITEM NO. 1 C APPROVE THE PURCHASE OF AXON TASER 7 CONDUCTED
APPROVE THE ENERGY DEVICES FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT
PURCHASE OF AXON
TASER 7 CONDUCTED
ENERGY DEVICES FOR
THE POLICE DEPT.
MAYOR BURROLA In reply to a question by Mayor Burrola, Chief Castro advised that the officers' current tasers are over twice as old as the standard usability timeframe for the devices, having been purchased in 2010 and 2011.
He noted that some officers have not been provided tasers since the department does not have enough for everyone, and the ones that are being deployed have precarious serviceability, which endangers the safety of the officers as well as that of the members of the public.
He further noted that the old tasers would be traded --in.
Mayor Burrola asked whether the tasers would be purchased through asset forfeiture funds, to which Chief Castro confirmed that they would be, and advised that no additional funding would be required.
RESOLUTION NO. Resolution No. 2022- 96- 3346, entitled:
2022- 96- 3346
ADOPTED " A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
IRWINDALE WAIVING FORMAL BIDDING PROCEDURES
PURSUANT TO IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION
3. 44. 080 ( C), AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF A PURCHASE
ORDER AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER
INTO A PURCHASE AGREEMENT FOR THE PURCHASE OF
THIRTY ONE ( 31) AXON TASER 7 CONDUCTED ENERGY
DEVICES FOR THE IRWINDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT AND
APPROPRIATING FUNDS," was adopted on the motion of Mayor Burrola, seconded by Councilmember Ortiz, and unanimously approved.
ITEM NO. 1 F CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED PERSONNEL ADJUSTMENTS
CONSIDERATION OF
PROPOSED
PERSONNEL
ADJUSTMENTS
CITY MANAGER City Manager Miranda presented the staff report.
MIRANDA
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COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Ortiz stated that he was in full support of approving ORTIZ the Community Development Intern position. He then asked several questions relating to the proposed part-time Dispatcher positions, to which Chief Castro advised that the Department currently fills overtime vacancies at Dispatch with officers, and costs approximately 1, 000 per shift, whereas filling the vacancies with part- time Dispatchers would cost approximately $ 400 per shift. He added that the department is on track to exceed its overtime budget for Dispatchers if the current practice is continued. He noted current staffing level challenges being faced by Irwindale PD as well as other local police departments, and indicated that the proposed part- time positions would require that the candidates are certified to work with the city's computer system and must be POST approved.
Councilmember Ortiz thanked Chief Castro for the additional information, and acknowledged the staffing issues that are being experienced by several local cities.
COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Garcia asked additional clarifying questions, to GARCIA which Chief Castro responded that the proposed staffing changes to the Police Department would cost approximately $ 25, 000 or less, and reiterated that the funds would be derived from the overtime budget.
He added that the increase in Dispatcher staff would allow current Dispatchers the opportunity to take time off or attend trainings.
Councilmember Garcia also asked about the possibility of several agencies creating a central dispatch center, to which Chief Castro stated that discussions have been held for many years, though nothing has ever materialized. Additionally, Irwindale Dispatchers not only dispatch, they also perform clerical record support duties.
Responding to an additional question by Councilmember Garcia, Chief Castro advised that the recruitment flyer will include a note that POST Dispatch certification is required and applicants must have at least two years of experience using the same software the city uses, though other details could be learned on -site.
MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor Pro Tem Ambriz thanked Chief Castro and indicated that the safety of the community is paramount.
RESOLUTION NO. Resolution No. 2022- 101- 3361; entitled:
2022- 101- 3351
ADOPTED " A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
IRWINDALE ESTABLISHING THE NUMBER OF POSITIONS,
SCHEDULE OF CLASSES, AND COMPENSATION FOR CITY
EMPLOYEES," was adopted, on the motion of Councilmember Ortiz, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ambriz, and unanimously adopted.
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ITEM NO. 11 REQUEST TO APPROVE A PROFESSIONAL CONTRACT
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH PLACEWORKS, INC. FOR THE
CONTRACT SERVICES PREPARATION OF CEQA DOCUMENTS ( INITIAL STUDY AND
AGREEMENT WITH ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT) FOR THE CONSTRUCTION PLACEWORKS OF THREE ( 3) SPECULATIVE INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS TOTALING ± 991, 090 SQUARE FEET ( BUILDING 1: 240, 580 SF., BUILDING 2: 676, 400 SF., BUILDING 3: 74, 110 SF.) WITH
ASSOCIATED STANDARD VEHICLE AND TRAILER PARKING
AND AN OPTIONAL BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEM FOR
PROPERTY LOCATED AT 13620 LIVE OAK LANE ( APNS: 8532-
002- 035 AND - 042)
DIRECTOR SIMPSON Director Simpson presented the staff report.
COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Ortiz asked several clarifying questions regarding ORTIZ this matter, to which Director Simpson advised that a Request for Proposals was prepared and distributed, and five proposals were received from various firms. She added that this matter relates to the property at the Nu Way Pit, soon to be known as the Irwindale Gateway, and noted that the company has applied for a grading and remediation permit, after which the site will be ready for construction, and the environmental impact report could then be conducted.
MOTION A motion was made by Councilmember Ortiz, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Ambriz, to approve the contract with PlaceWorks, Inc. for the preparation of an Initial Study and Environmental Impact Report to be prepared in association with land use entitlement applications for property located at 13620 Live Oak Lane (APNs: 8532-002- 035 and 042).
FRED BARBOSA Fred Barbosa spoke on environmental impacts that he believes this project would cause and threatened to take the matter before the Justice Department if it was approved.
ROLL CALL
NEW BUSINESS
ITEM NO. 2A
VERBAL REPORT ON
THE CREATION OF
AD -HOC COMMITTEE
FOR THE
INSTALLATION OF
MILITARY FLAGS AT
THE VETERANS
MONUMENT
The above -mentioned motion was unanimously approved.
VERBAL REPORT ON THE CREATION OF AD -HOC COMMITTEE
FOR THE INSTALLATION OF MILITARY FLAGS AT THE
VETERANS MONUMENT
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CITY MANAGER City Manager Miranda requested that this matter be discussed MIRANDA concurrently with Item No. 2B. He noted staffs recommendation that Mayor Burrola choose the members of the proposed ad -hoc committee and that discussion be held regarding its formation. He noted that, once Mayor Burrola chooses the members of the committee, staff could distribute flyers within the community to solicit participation by members of the public.
MAYOR BURROLA Responding to a question by Mayor Burrola, City Attorney Guerra advised that the ad -hoc committee would be limited to two councilmembers; however, members of the community may provide input and suggestions to the committee, though they would not be considered members of the committee. The ad -hoc committee would then make recommendations to the City Council, as it cannot make any decisions on its own. The committee is proposed to be formed this way to avoid Brown Act issues.
Mayor Burrola suggested that both he and Mayor Pro Tern Ambriz form the ad -hoc committee to discuss the project for the installation of military flags at the Veterans Monument.
MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor Pro Tern Ambriz accepted the nomination.
AMBRIZ
MAYOR BURROLA Mayor Burrola suggested that both he and Councilmember Ortiz form the ad -hoc committee to discuss the project for the installation of a Founding Mothers Monument.
COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Ortiz accepted the nomination.
ORTIZ
LINDA MAREZ Linda Marez stated her interest in providing input on the Founding Mothers monument, to which City Manager Miranda advised that flyers will be distributed to the community and over social media to inform interested individuals of the process.
ITEM NO. 2B
VERBAL REPORT ON
THE CREATION OF
AD -HOC COMMITTEE
FOR FOUNDING
MOTHERS' MONUMENT
ITEM NO. 2C
VERBAL UPDATE
ON IRWINDALE CAR
WASH PARKING 1
ALLEN DRIVE
VERBAL REPORT ON THE CREATION OF AD -HOC COMMITTEE
FOR FOUNDING MOTHERS' MONUMENT
Discussed concurrently with Item No. 2A.
VERBAL UPDATE ON IRWINDALE CAR WASH PARKING I ALLEN
DRIVE
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CITY MANAGER City Manager Miranda advised that staff has held two discussions MIRANDA with the owner of the Irwindale Car Wash, where parking issues along Allen Drive were discussed. The owner has since spoken to his employees and has ensured that every effort will be made to relieve parking concerns for the benefit of the residents. The owner also wished to convey that his business wishes to remain a good neighbor and prefers for the line of communication with the city remain in good standing.
MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor Pro Tern Ambriz thanked City Manager Miranda for his AMBRIZ assistance in resolving the parking concerns.
MAYOR BURROLA Mayor Burrola indicated that he has noticed that the parking issue seems to have been resolved and thanked City Manager Miranda for his assistance.
PUBLIC HEARINGS None.
CITY MANAGER' S
REPORT
CITY MANAGER City Manager Miranda reported the following:
MIRANDA
1) Applications are being accepted for the 2023 City commission vacancies.
2) The City will be hosting a 4- Day Vote Center at the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, from November 5- 8, where voters can vote in person or may drop off their vote by mail ballots.
3) The Community Development Department invites members of the public to attend a housing element update workshop on November
10. 4) Periscope Enterprises will be hosting a " Hot VW Drag Day Race" on October 30.
5) The deadline to apply for the open Assistant City Engineer and Library Technician positions closes on November 14. Flyers were mailed to residents on October 19.
6) The Library was awarded a AB179 grant totaling $ 6, 635, 594 to help fund the new Library. He thanked Librarian Balli and Assistant Engineer Pimentel who assisted in securing the grant. 7) The Library is accepting registrations for homework help. 8) The following Recreation events have been scheduled: Halloween Spooktacular — October 29; Trunk or Treat — October 31; Kindness Krew Donation Drive — November 5.
9) The Irwindale Community Foundation is hosting a Holiday Gift Card Giveaway on November 5.
MAYOR BURROLA Mayor Burrola asked about the timeline for the grant, to which City Manager Miranda advised that staff has until 2025 to complete the grant.
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AGENDA ITEMS
REQUESTED BY
COUNCILMEMBERS
ITEM NO. 5A FLASHING CROSSWALKS ON IRWINDALE AVENUE ( Requested FLASHING by Councilmember Ortiz)
CROSSWALKS ON
IRWINDALE AVENUE
COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Ortiz voiced concern for the safety of pedestrians ORTIZ that cross Irwindale Avenue, since motorists are traveling at increasing speeds. He requested that staff place a speed display, similar to the one that was placed in front of City Hall, just north of Cypress Street. He also suggested installing flashing crosswalks, and requested that staff be directed to look into the requests.
CITY MANAGER Responding to a question by City Manager Miranda, Councilmember MIRANDA Ortiz suggested placing flashing crosswalks at Martinez and Irwindale and another at Juarez or Calle de Paseo and Irwindale.
MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor Pro Tern Ambriz concurred with the recommendation and AMBRIZ suggested similar measures at Meridian Street.
COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Breceda stated that something similar to the signals BRECEDA near Del Norte Park in West Covina could be installed.
COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Garcia noted that the Council could defer the matter GARCIA to the traffic engineer for input.
CITY MANAGER Responding to questions by City Manager Miranda, Director Hanna MIRANDA advised that flashing lights can sometimes cause more accidents and could confuse drivers. He agreed that the request would have to be analyzed to determine the best implements to increase traffic safety.
COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Ortiz stated that he has seen flashing lights at ORTIZ crosswalks near schools and that these seem to help. He acknowledged that a traffic study would need to be conducted to determine the best course of action.
COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Breceda suggested that a citywide traffic survey be BRECEDA conducted, to which Director Hanna noted that the budget for such a request had been slashed by the former City Manager. Director Hanna advised that he would reach out to the City' s two traffic engineering firms and request their pricing.
CITY MANAGER City Manager Miranda advised that the matter would be returned to MIRANDA the Council for a vote on an appropriation of funds to cover the costs.
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COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Breceda noted many instances of improper U- turns BRECEDA near the church at Calle del Norte.
MANUEL ORTIZ Manuel Ortiz thanked the Council for supporting this effort and spoke of his concern for the safety of pedestrians that walk around the area.
MAYOR BURROLA Mayor Burrola requested placing an item on the next agenda to discuss placing a digital billboard in front of City Hall.
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to conduct, the meeting was adjourned at 8: 28 p. m.
Kuv n' b
era M. Nieto, MMC
ief Deputy City Clerk
Approved as presented at the meeting held November 9, 2022.