Irwindale City Council
March 26, 2025

CITY OF IRWINDALE
5050 N. IRWINDALE AVE., IRWINDALE CA 91706 • PHONE: (626) 430-2200

NOTICE AND AGENDA FOR THE SPECIAL AND

REGULAR MEETING OF THE

CITY COUNCIL

SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE

IRWINDALE COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

HOUSING AUTHORITY
March 26, 2025
SPECIAL MEETING – 5:00 P.M.

REGULAR MEETING – 6:00 PM
LARRY G. BURROLA - Mayor
H. MANUEL ORTIZ - Mayor Pro Tem
ALBERT F. AMBRIZ - Councilmember
MARK A. BRECEDA - Councilmember
MANUEL R. GARCIA - Councilmember
Via Zoom Webinar: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87104592389 In the event that a Zoom broadcast is unavailable, staff will promptly notify the public through its social media platforms. The public meeting will proceed in accordance with The Brown Act.

Listen Over Phone: 1-669-900-6833; Webinar ID: 871-0459-2389

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Spontaneous Communications: The public is encouraged to address the City Council on any matter listed on the agenda or on any other matter within its jurisdiction. The City Council will hear public comments on items listed on the agenda during discussion of the matter and prior to a vote. The City Council will hear public comments on matters not listed on the agenda during the Spontaneous Communications period.

Pursuant to provisions of the Brown Act, no action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or unless certain emergency or special circumstances exist. The City Council may direct staff to investigate and/or schedule certain matters for consideration at a future City Council meeting.

Americans with Disabilities Act: In compliance with the ADA and Government Code section 54953(g), the City Council has adopted a reasonable accommodation policy to swiftly resolve accommodation requests. The policy can be found on the City’s website: https://www.irwindaleca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/8075/AB2449-Reasonable-Accommodation-Policy. If you need special assistance to participate in a City Council or Commission meeting or other services offered by this City, including an electronic or printed copy of the City’s reasonable accommodation policy, please contact City Hall at (626) 430-2200. Notification of at least 48 hours prior to the meeting or time when services are needed will assist the City staff in assuring that reasonable arrangements can be made to provide accessibility to the meeting or service.

Note: Staff reports are available for inspection at the office of the Chief Deputy City Clerk, City Hall, 5050 N.

Irwindale Avenue, during regular business hours (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., Monday through Thursday).

Compensation for Board Members: Compensation for the members of the Irwindale City Council is $750.16 a month. In accordance with Government Code Section 54952.3, Councilmembers will not receive any additional compensation or stipend for the convening of the regular meetings of the Successor Agency to the Irwindale Community Redevelopment Agency. Councilmembers will receive additional compensation of $50/meeting, not to exceed $150 per month, for the convening the regular meetings of the Irwindale Housing Authority and an additional compensation of $300/meeting for convening the regular meetings of the Irwindale Reclamation Authority.

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Code of Ethics
As City of Irwindale Council Members, our fundamental duty is to serve the public good. We are committed to the principle of an efficient and professional local government. We will be exemplary in obeying the letter and spirit of Local, State and Federal laws and City policies affecting the operation of the government and in our private life. We will be independent and impartial in our judgment and actions.

We will work for the common good of the City of Irwindale community and not for any private or personal interest. We will endeavor to treat all people with respect and civility. We will commit to observe the highest standards of morality and integrity, and to faithfully discharge the duties of our office regardless of personal consideration. We shall refrain from abusive conduct, personal charges or verbal attacks upon the character or motives of others.

We will inform ourselves on public issues, listen attentively to public discussions before the body, and focus on the business at hand. We will base our decisions on the merit and substance of that business. We will be fair and equitable in all actions, claims or transactions. We shall not use our official position to influence government decisions in which we have a financial interest or where we have a personal relationship that could present a conflict of interest, or create a perception of a conflict of interest.

We shall not take advantage of services or opportunities for personal gain by virtue of our public office that are not available to the public in general. We shall refrain from accepting gifts, favors or promises of future benefit that might compromise our independence of judgment or action or give the appearance of being compromised.

We will behave in a manner that does not bring discredit or embarrassment to the City of Irwindale. We will be honest in thought and deed in both our personal and official lives.

Ultimate responsibility for complying with this Code of Ethics rests with the individual elected official. In addition to any other penalty as provided by law, violation of this Code of Ethics may be used as a basis for disciplinary action or censure of a Council Member.

These things we hereby pledge to do in the interest and purposes for which our government has been established.

Irwindale City Council

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SPECIAL MEETING

1. CALL TO ORDER

2. ROLL CALL: Councilmembers: Albert F. Ambriz, Mark A. Breceda, Manuel R. Garcia; Mayor Pro Tem H. Manuel Ortiz; Mayor Larry G. Burrola

3. AB 2449 DISCLOSURES
Remote participation by a member of the legislative body for just cause or emergency circumstances

4. SPONTANEOUS COMMUNICATIONS
Spontaneous communications are limited to the special meeting agenda items only.

5. RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
A. Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957

Title: City Manager
B. Conference with Real Property Negotiator
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: 16336 Arrow Highway
Agency Negotiator: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: Grainger, Linette Trust; Linette Grainger Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment
*City Item
Property: 16249 Arrow Highway
Agency Negotiator: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: Dynasty Realty / The Bravo Group
Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment

6. RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION

7. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION

8. ADJOURNMENT

REGULAR MEETING

9. CALL TO ORDER

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10. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

11. INVOCATION

12. ROLL CALL: Councilmembers: Albert F. Ambriz, Mark A. Breceda, Manuel R. Garcia; Mayor Pro Tem H. Manuel Ortiz; Mayor Larry G. Burrola

13. AB 2449 DISCLOSURES
Remote participation by a member of the legislative body for just cause or emergency circumstances

14. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA

15. COUNCIL MEMBER TRAVEL REPORTS

16. COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS

17. INTRODUCTION OF NEW EMPLOYEES/PROMOTIONS
A. Introduction of Permit Technician Fabiola Gazcón

18. PROCLAMATIONS / PRESENTATIONS / COMMENDATIONS
A. Metropolitan Water District of Southern California Presentation on Pure Water program B. Quarterly Legislative Update from Gonsalves and Son

19. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Minutes of the Special and Regular Meetings Held February 12, 2025 Department: City Clerk
Recommendation: Approve
B. Warrants / Demands / Payroll
Department: Finance
Recommendation: Approve.

C. 2nd Reading of Gateway Ordinances
Department: Community Development
Recommendation: That the City Council adopt on second reading the following Ordinances for Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan project:

Ordinance No. 787 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING ZONE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 02-2023 TO ADD IRWINDALE GATEWAY SPECIFIC PLAN TO TITLE 17 OF THE IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE (IMC), DEFINING

PERMITTED USES, REGULATING THE SIZES AND LOCATIONS OF BUILDINGS, SPECIFYING DESIGN

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GUIDELINES AND DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, ADDRESSING MOBILITY AND CONNECTIVITY

TOPICS, IDENTIFYING PROJECT INFRASTRUCTURE AND SERVICES, AND PROVIDING ADMINISTRATIVE AND IMPLEMENTATION LANGUAGE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 13620 LIVE OAK LANE, IRWINDALE, CA (APNS: 8532-002-046 AND 8532-002-047) AND FINDING THE PROJECT CONSISTENT WITH THE CERTIFIED FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SCH# 2023020290).” Ordinance No. 788 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE MODIFYING THE CITY OF IRWINDALE ZONING MAP (ZONE CHANGE NO. 02-2022) FROM M-2 (HEAVY MANUFACTURING) TO IRWINDALE GATEWAY SPECIFIC PLAN FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 13620 LIVE OAK LANE, IRWINDALE, CA (APNS: 8532-002-046 AND 8532-002-047) AND FINDING THE PROJECT CONSISTENT WITH THE CERTIFIED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SCH# 2023020290).”
D. Housing Element Progress Report
Department: Community Development
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2025-27-3615 entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA RECEIVING AND APPROVING THE ANNUAL

HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SUBMIT THE HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT FOR THE 2024 CALENDAR YEAR TO THE GOVERNOR’S

OFFICE OF PLANNING AND RESEARCH (OPR) AND THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (HCD)”.

E. Annual General Plan Progress Report
Department: Community Development
Recommendation: Receive and file the 2024 Annual General Plan Progress Report and authorize staff to submit the report to the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).

F. Approval of the Catch Basin Retrofit Agreement with Los Angeles County Flood Control District (LACFCD)
Department: Engineering
Recommendation: (1) Approve the Catch Basin Retrofit Agreement with Los Angeles County Flood Control District (LACFCD); and (2) authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement upon approval.

G. An Agreement between the City of Irwindale and the Irwindale Community Foundation for Staff Services
Department: Administration
Recommendation: That the Irwindale City Council Approve and authorize the Executive Director to execute the Agreement Between the City of Irwindale and the Irwindale Community Foundation for Staff Services, subject to City Attorney approval as to form, for the City to provide staff time to ICF in exchange for ICF funding of City programs.

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H. 4th of July Update & Survey Results
Department: Public Services
Recommendation: Receive and file the 4th of July Update and Survey Results I. Resolution of Support - Elimination of a Sunset Date under Brown Act AB 2449 Department: Administration
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution No. 2025-30-3618 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY

COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE SUPPORTING THE ELIMINATION OF A SUNSET DATE UNDER BROWN ACT AB 2449".

J. Approval of the Escrow Agreement for Security Deposits in Lieu of Retention for the Public Library Improvement Project
Department: Engineering
Recommendation: That the City Council approve an Escrow Agreement for Security Deposits in Lieu of Retention with Robert Clapper Construction Services, Inc. dba R.C. Construction Services (Contractor), for the Public Library Improvement Project; and (2) authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement upon approval.

20. SPONTANEOUS COMMUNICATIONS
This is the time set aside for members of the audience speak on items not on this agenda that are within the City Council’s subject matter jurisdiction. State law prohibits any Council discussion or action on such communications unless 1) the Council by majority vote finds that a catastrophe or emergency exists; or 2) the Council by at least four votes finds that the matter (and need for action thereon) arose within the last five days. Since the Council cannot participate (except as stated), it is requested that all such communications be made in writing to be included on the next agenda for full discussion and action
All members of the public are asked to observe the City’s Rules of Procedure and Public Meeting Decorum. The City’s Rules of Procedure and Public Meeting Decorum can be found on the City’s website, and Chapter 2.40 of the Irwindale Municipal Code. You may also contact the City Clerk’s Office for copies.

Each speaker will be limited to 3 minutes unless such time limits are extended. If a member of the public wishes to donate their time to another speaker, both persons must be physically present and in attendance of the meeting. The Presiding Officer may, in his or her discretion, extend the 3-minute time limitation for the particular subject for all speakers. Organized groups of persons wishing to address the Council on the same subject should select a spokesperson to represent the group, so as to avoid unnecessary repetition. In no event shall the total amount of speaking time for exceed 6 minutes per person for the subject under discussion.

The Council may regulate a speaker who is speaking too long or out of order, being unduly repetitious, discussing irrelevancies, or extending to items not within its subject matter jurisdiction. Please be reminded that discrimination, abusive use of profanity, unruly disruption, and violent or physically

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threatening conduct is discouraged. Members of the public shall not disrupt the orderly conduct of the meeting. The Presiding Officer will request that a person cease any disruptive conduct, and if not immediately stopped, will direct the person to be removed from the meeting.

Public Comments will be heard in the following order:
1: In-person attendees
2: Teleconference attendees
3: In-person and teleconference attendees who have not previously provided comments on the matter(s) being discussed by the legislative body

21. NEW BUSINESS
At this time, members of the audience may ask to be heard regarding an item on New Business.

A. BESS Urgency Ordinance No. 793
Department: Community Development
Recommendation: Direct the City Attorney to read the title of the ordinance, waive further reading of the ordinance, and adopt the ordinance as an urgency measure by a roll call vote with a minimum 4/5 vote for Urgency Ordinance No. 793 , entitled “AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 17.56.020 (“USES REQUIRING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT”) AND 17.56.025 (“USES REQUIRING A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT”) OF CHAPTER 17.56 (“M-2 HEAVY MANUFACTURING ZONE”) AND ADOPTING CHAPTER 17.140 (“BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS”) OF TITLE 17 (“ZONING”) OF THE IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS IN M-2 ZONES” The ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, Pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(B)(3).

22. PUBLIC HEARINGS
At this time, members of the audience may ask to be heard regarding an item on Public Hearings.

A. 14005 Live Oak SPDR
Department: Community Development
Recommendation:

That the City Council consider the Planning Commission’s Resolutions Nos. 844(25), 845(25), and recommend that the City Council adopt the MND and MMRP and approve the proposed Site Plan and Design Review for the construction of a new building; and:

Adopt Resolution No. 2025-28-3616 entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE ADOPTING THE MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (MND) AND MITIGATED MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM (MMRP) FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF ONE (1) ±102,500 SQUARE FOOT CONCRETE TILT-UP WAREHOUSE BUILDING LOCATED AT 14005 LIVE OAK AVENUE IRWINDALE, CA

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91706 (APN: 8535-001-033) IN THE M-2 (HEAVY MANUFACTURING) ZONE AND

MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS OF FACT, PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT”
Adopt Resolution No. 2025-29-3617 entitled, “ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE APPROVING Site Plan and Design Review (DA) No. 04-2024 for the construction of one (1) ±102,500 square-fOOt CONCRETE TILT-UP WAREHOUSE BUILDING LOCATED AT 14005 LIVE OAK AVENUE, IRWINDALE, CA 91706 (APN: 8535-001-033) IN THE M-2 (Heavy MANUFACTURING) Zone AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS OF FACT” B. Comprehensive Title 17 Zoning Code Update
Department: Community Development
Recommendation: That the City Council (1) Introduce for first reading by title only with further reading waived: Ordinance No. 772 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE REPEALING TITLE 17 OF THE IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE (“ZONING”) IN ITS ENTIRETY AND ADOPTING THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING CODE UPDATE AS TITLE 17 OF THE

IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE, MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF AND FINDING THE PROJECT CONSISTENT WITH THE CITY’S PREVIOUSLY CERTIFIED GENERAL PLAN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SCH# 2005071047) AND EXEMPT FROM FURTHER ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW, PURSUANT CEQA GUIDELINES SECTIONS 15183, AND 15162; and (2) Adopt Resolution No 2024- 08-3485 entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE CITY-INITIATED APPLICATION FOR ZONE CHANGE NO. 04-2023

AND AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE TO REFLECT UPDATES TO TITLE 17 (ZONING) CONSISTENT WITH ORDINANCE NO. 772, AND FINDING THE PROJECT CONSISTENT WITH THE CITY’S PREVIOUSLY CERTIFIED GENERAL PLAN ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SCH# 2005071047) AND EXEMPT FROM FURTHER ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW, PURSUANT CEQA GUIDELINES SECTIONS 15183, AND 15162”
C. General Plan / Zoning Code Inconsistencies
Department: Community Development
Recommendation: That the City Council consider the Planning Commission’s Resolutions Nos. 846(25) and 847(25), and (1) Introduce Ordinance No. 792, by title only with further reading waived “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE ADOPTING ZONE CHANGE NO. 01-2025 AND MODIFYING THE CITY OF IRWINDALE ZONING MAP TO REZONE A PARCEL FROM C-3 (HEAVY COMMERCIAL-RESIDENTIAL) ZONE TO R-1 (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) ZONE LOCATED AT 715 SHRODE AVENUE (APN 8534-001-016); AND FIND THE PROJECT EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (“CEQA”) PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3)” and (2) Adopt Resolution No. 2025-31-3619, entitled “A

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE AMENDING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT ELEMENT AND LAND USE PLAN MAP OF THE CITY’S GENERAL PLAN (GPA NO. 01- 2025) FROM REGIONAL COMMERCIAL TO INDUSTRIAL/BUSINESS PARK PLAN FOR PARCELS LOCATED AT: (APN 8532-002-015), (APN 8532-002-016), (APN 8532-002-021), (APN 8532-002- 022), (APN 8532-002-023), (APN 8532-002-024), (APN 8532-002-027), (APN 8532-002-800), (APN 8532-002-801), (APN 8532-002-900), (APN 8532-002-901), (APN 8533-002-800), 13631 LIVE OAK

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LANE (APN 8532-002-017), 13643 LIVE OAK LANE (APN 8532-002-029), 13644 LIVE OAK LANE (APN 8532-002-040), 13645 LIVE OAK LANE (APN 8532-002-030), 13646 LIVE OAK LANE (APN 8532-002- 043), 13649 LIVE OAK LANE (APN 8532-002-020), 13651 LIVE OAK LANE (APN 8532-002-019), 13654 LIVE OAK LANE (APN 8532-002-036), 1400 ARROW HIGHWAY (APN 8532-002-009), 1438 ARROW HIGHWAY (APN 8532-002-028), 1580 ARROW HIGHWAY (APN 8532-002-012), 1600 ARROW HIGHWAY (APN 8532-002-005), AND FIND THE PROJECT EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (“CEQA”) PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(B)(3).”

23. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

24. REQUESTS FOR AGENDA ITEMS BY CITY COUNCIL
If a City Council Member is interested in a task or project, the City Council Member shall request that the item be agendized in this section.

25. ADJOURN

SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE IRWINDALE COMMUNITY

REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY

26. AB 2449 DISCLOSURES
Remote participation by a member of the legislative body for just cause or emergency circumstances

27. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Minutes of the Regular Meeting Held January 22, 2025 Department: City Clerk
Recommendation: Approve
B. Warrants / Demands / Payroll
Department: Finance
Recommendation: Approve.

28. SPONTANEOUS COMMUNICATIONS
This is the time set aside for members of the audience to speak on items not on this agenda.

Spontaneous Communications for the Successor Agency are subject to the same State prohibitions and City guidelines as cited on the City Council agenda.

29. NEW BUSINESS
At this time, members of the audience may ask to be heard regarding an item on New Business.

30. PUBLIC HEARINGS
At this time, members of the audience may ask to be heard regarding an item on Public Hearings.

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31. ADJOURN

HOUSING AUTHORITY

32. AB 2449 DISCLOSURES
Remote participation by a member of the legislative body for just cause or emergency circumstances

33. CONSENT CALENDAR
A. Minutes of the Regular Meetings Held February 26, 2025, and March 12, 2025 Department: City Clerk
Recommendation: Approve
B. (1) Consideration of Consent to Assignment and Assumption of Affordable Housing Agreement and Declaration of Covenants and Restrictions Between Sandra Keyner formerly known as Sandra Rose Gonzales and Jing Hu with Respect to 2445 Alice Rodriquez Circle and Related Loan Documents; and (2) Consideration of Approval of Request for Subordination of Low Income Home Purchase Loan Regarding 2445 Alice Rodriquez Circle
Department: Administration
Recommendation: Receive and file this report or provide other direction.

34. SPONTANEOUS COMMUNICATIONS
This is the time set aside for members of the audience to speak on items not on this agenda.

Spontaneous Communications for the Housing Authority are subject to the same State prohibitions and City guidelines as cited on the City Council agenda.

35. NEW BUSINESS
At this time, members of the audience may ask to be heard regarding an item on New Business.

36. PUBLIC HEARINGS
At this time, members of the audience may ask to be heard regarding an item on Public Hearings.

37. ADJOURN

AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk, certify that I caused the agenda for the regular meeting of the City Council, Irwindale Successor Agency to the Irwindale Community Redevelopment Agency and Housing Authority, to be held on March 26, 2025, be posted at the City Hall, Library, and Post Office on March 21, 2025.

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Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

IRWINDALE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 12, 2025
5050 N. IRWINDALE AVENUE WEDNESDAY
IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA 91706 5:00 P.M.

The Irwindale CITY COUNCIL and HOUSING AUTHORITY met in a special joint meeting at the above time and place.

ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Albert F. Ambriz, Mark A. Breceda, Manuel R. Garcia, Mayor Pro Tem H. Manuel Ortiz (AB 2449); Mayor Larry G. Burrola
Also Present: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager; Adrian Guerra, City Attorney; Theresa Olivares, Assistant City Manager; and Laura Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk
AB 2449 DISCLOSURES
CHIEF DEPUTY CITY Chief Deputy City Clerk Nieto noted that Mayor Pro Tem H. Manuel CLERK NIETO Ortiz was participating remotely in the meeting under AB 2449 for just cause. Mayor Pro Tem H. Manuel Ortiz noted that he was sick and confirmed that there was nobody in the room with him.

SPONTANEOUS
COMMUNICATIONS There were no speakers.

RECESS TO At 5:06 p.m., the City Council met in Closed Session to discuss the CLOSED SESSION following:

Conference with Real Property Negotiator
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: 5014 Irwindale Avenue
Agency Negotiator: Fernando Lopez, Housing Coordinator
Negotiating Parties: Sandra Pusey
Under Negotiation: Price and terms
ACTION: Councilmembers Breceda and Garcia recused themselves from this discussion due to real estate conflicts of interest. Information provided to remaining Council members. No direction provided; no action taken.

Property: 5059 Allen Drive (APN 8417-030-004)
Agency Negotiator: Theresa Olivares, Assistant City Manager Negotiating Parties: HH and TJY Investment Company
Under Negotiation: Price and terms
ACTION: Councilmember Breceda recused himself from this discussion due to a real property conflict of interest. Information was provided to the City Council, direction provided, no reportable action.

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Property: 16359 Arrow Highway
Agency Negotiator: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: 39 Dalton Financial Ltd. Partnership Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment
ACTION: Information provided to Council; direction provided; no action taken.

Conference with Legal counsel – Anticipated Litigation
Initiation of Litigation (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4)
Number of Cases: Three
ACTION: On case 1: update provided; no direction provided; no action taken. On case 2: update provided; no direction provided; no action taken. On case 3: information provided; no direction provided; no action taken.

RECONVENE IN At 6:42 p.m., the City Council reconvened in Open Session.

OPEN SESSION
ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to conduct, the meeting was adjourned at 6:43 p.m.
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Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

IRWINDALE CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS FEBRUARY 12, 2025
5050 N. IRWINDALE AVENUE WEDNESDAY
IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA 91706 6:12 P.M.

The Irwindale CITY COUNCIL met in regular session at the above time and place.

ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmembers Albert F. Ambriz, Mark A. Breceda, Manuel R. Garcia, Mayor Pro Tem H. Manuel Ortiz (AB 2449); Mayor Larry G. Burrola
Also Present: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager; Adrian Guerra, City Attorney; Theresa Olivares, Assistant City Manager; Christopher Hofford, Chief of Police; Kambiz Borhani, Director of Finance / City Treasurer; Eddie Chan, Director of Engineering / Building Official; Elizabeth Rodriguez, Public Services Director; Mary Hull, Human Resources Manager, and Laura Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk AB 2449 DISCLOSURES
CHIEF DEPUTY CITY Chief Deputy City Clerk Nieto noted that Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz was CLERK NIETO participating remotely in the meeting under AB 2449 for just cause.

Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz noted that he was sick and confirmed that there was nobody in the room with him.

CHANGES TO THE
AGENDA None.

COUNCILMEMBER
TRAVEL REPORTS None.

COUNCILMEMBER

COMMENTS
MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz requested that the meeting be adjourned in ORTIZ memory of Isaura Gadea.

MAYOR BURROLA Mayor Burrola requested that the meeting also be adjourned in memory of Pete Perez.

COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Breceda requested that the meeting also be BRECEDA adjourned in memory of Marco Adame.

MAYOR BURROLA Mayor Burrola commended Senator Susan Rubio for the meeting she held recently with the Mayors of Duarte, Azusa, Baldwin Park, and Irwindale to discuss recent FEMA activities at Lario Park.

PROCLAMATIONS /

PRESENTATIONS /

COMMENDATIONS

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ITEM NO. 17A RECOGNITION OF PHOENIX DECORATING COMPANY FOR RECOGNITION OF THEIR 309TH AWARD AS A TOURNAMENT OF ROSES FLOAT

PHOENIX DECORATING BUILDER

COMPANY FOR THEIR
309TH AWARD AS A The presentation was made.

TOURNAMENT OF

ROSES FLOAT

BUILDER

INTRODUCTION OF

NEW EMPLOYEES /

PROMOTIONS
ITEM NO. 18A INTRODUCTION OF IRWINDALE POLICE OFFICER JESUS

INTRODUCTION OF CARRILLO

IRWINDALE POLICE
OFFICER JESUS Chief Hofford provided background information and introduced CARRILLO Irwindale Police Officer Jesus Carrillo.

ITEM NO. 18B INTRODUCTION OF IRWINDALE POLICE DISPATCHER / CLERK

INTRODUCTION OF AMY PLACENSIA

IRWINDALE POLICE
DISPATCHER / CLERK Chief Hofford provided background information and introduced AMY PLACENSIA Irwindale Police Dispatcher / Clerk Amy Placensia.

ITEM NO. 18C INTRODUCTION OF IRWINDALE POLICE DEPARTMENT

INTRODUCTION OF RECORDS CLERK JESSICA ORTIZ

IRWINDALE POLICE
DEPARTMENT Chief Hofford introduced Irwindale Police Records Clerk Jessica RECORDS CLERK Ortiz.

JESSICA ORTIZ

NEW BUSINESS
ITEM NO. 19A UPDATE AND DISCUSSION REGARDING THE U.S.

UPDATE AND ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (“EPA”) UTILIZATION

DISCUSSION OF LARIO STAGING AREA FOR SORTING OF HAZARDOUS REGARDIN THE U.S. MATERIALS FROM THE EATON FIRE (VERBAL)

EPA UTILIZATION OF

LARIO STAGING AREA

FOR SORTING OF

HAZARDOUS

MATERIALS FROM

THE EATON FIRE
CITY MANAGER City Manager Miranda introduced Harry Allen from the US MIRANDA Environmental Protection Agency (“EPA”).

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MAYOR BURROLA Mayor Burrola read a statement indicating how this matter would be discussed during the meeting and how public comments would be received.

CARMEN ROMAN Carmen Roman stated that she was unsure of what information the representative of the EPA would present and, as such, she would not know which questions to ask at this time.

RYAN SERRANO Ryan Serrano, Deputy District Director with the Office of Supervisor Hilda Solis, read from a prepared statement regarding ongoing concerns at the Lario Park hazardous waste site designation. He advised that, as a result of a federal emergency mandate and its adjoining expedited timeline, the site has been managed by the EPA at the Direction of FEMA in an effort to work on wildfire recovery efforts. He expressed deep concern over the project’s lack of consultation with the community and stressed that the waste removal efforts must not exacerbate the environmental burdens already faced by the community, and noted that he has advocated for agencies to take proactive steps to keep the community informed and for securing air monitors, air purifiers, and to provide publicly accessible information to the community. The EPA has published FAQs on their website to address concerns related to Lario Park.

CASEY MIRANDA Casey Miranda stated his concern since the public’s trust in the EPA has eroded due to the lack of transparency. He also expressed concern over potential groundwater contamination.

DENA ZEPEDA Dena Zepeda also expressed concern over water and ground contamination and requested to see test results. She also requested that contaminated materials be transported elsewhere.

CARMEN ROMAN Carmen Roman stated that the cleanup should have taken place at the burn areas and that the hazardous materials should not have been transported. She also stated that the area is home to indigenous wildlife and spoke on her belief that, since the mandate came from the federal government, the city has no rights.

FRED BARBOSA Fred Barbosa blamed President Trump for the actions taken by the EPA.

PHYLLIS HERRERA Phyllis Herrera spoke on her concern about the potential harm to the environment, hoped for the City of Irwindale to fight the actions taking place at Lario Park, and requested that actions be taken to protect those that utilize the bike route near the area.

HARRY ALLEN Harry Allen, the On-Scene Coordinator for the EPA, provided details on his experience and noted that the actions taken relate to an expedited mandate and stated that the EPA was unable to give proper notification to the affected agencies, which was deeply regrettable. He stated that the EPA’s goal is to work quickly to clean

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up fire ash and debris off affected properties so that the residents can rebuild. Household hazardous materials were removed from affected households in Phase I and, although the agency searched for betterfitting locations, Lario Park ultimately proved to be the best option available at the time. He advised that the agency had to act fast and was unable to send notifications about their efforts. He further noted that their workers double-bag hazardous materials and take them to staging areas, where workers who utilize personal protective equipment sort them. They also conduct dust and gas monitoring at the sites and will provide weekly reports to local officials. Testing has not resulted in exceedances of worker safety values. The watermaster has also been consulted and has provided suggestions; barriers are established to prevent water and mud runoff from the site.

The site is protected 24 hours a day by armed security.

He also indicated that one of the benefits of this site is that it is owned by the Army Corps of Engineers and, as such, is subject to many regulations, such as conducting environmental assessments to ensure that neither plants not animals are harmed. When EPA staff visits fire-affected parcels, they collect household hazardous materials such as lithium batteries, and, once these are de-energized, they are crushed so that they cannot spark or catch fire, after which they are carefully placed in drums and taken off-site. His staff also is open to answering questions and providing site tours as best they can to ensure that the public is comfortable with the process for as long as it lasts. An additional site at Farnsworth Park at the Altadena Golf Course is also being set up to receive items such as larger batteries.

He also stated that he anticipates being done with the Lario Park site by February 25. A webpage has been created on the EPA website that provides additional information.

COUNCILMEMBER Responding to a question by Councilmember Garcia, Mr. Allen GARCIA advised that triple-bagged items are handed from the trucks to another staff member at the tent. He also noted that hazardous items are received and separated so they do not touch other materials. Staff also sorts paints from oils, solvents from acids, etc.

COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Breceda expressed concern over air contamination BRECEDA and asked for the height at which the air is being monitored, to which Mr. Allen advised that the monitors are operating near the breathing zone. Councilmember Breceda asked about heights higher than the breathing zone, to which Mr. Allen advised that his staff could estimate how much dust and heavy metals are in the air and noted that dust is controlled by watering.

Councilmember Breceda expressed concern over potential pollution situated above the breathing zone, to which Mr. Allen advised that his staff is thoroughly careful with burn materials and treat them with extra precautions. There are four monitors around the tent and three around the batteries.

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COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Ambriz expressed his disappointment in the lack of AMBRIZ transparency and communication between the EPA and local officials which caused a loss of trust in the EPA. He stated that the City does not want the hazardous materials near Irwindale and suggested that it be processed at the site of the fires. He also requested assurances that the Lario site will be left cleaner than when it was received.

MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz acknowledged the additional sorting site in ORTIZ Altadena and suggested that the EPA use this site instead of any areas in Irwindale, including the Lario area, to which Mr. Allen stated that the EPA immediately worked to obtain alternate sites once they became available.

COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Breceda stated that the EPA upset the entire valley BRECEDA due to its lack of transparency and communication.

MAYOR BURROLA Responding to a question by Mayor Burrola, Mr. Allen advised that the EPA has moved nearly all batteries from the fire-affected areas and spoke on the efforts his teams are doing to alleviate the pressure his agency has placed on the City.

Mayor Burrola also asked whether the water at the Lario area has been tested, to which Mr. Allen acknowledged that it has not been.

Only the soil has been tested, and the testing occurred before his team arrived. He noted that the agency’s top priority is to ensure that no contamination seeps into the water, which is why so many layers of plastic are being used, in addition to best management practices.

Mayor Burrola stated that the City does not want for hazardous materials to be transported through residential streets and lamented that the process underway at Lario was not presented to local officials first. He also requested soil testing documentation to be prepared and presented to City officials once they leave the site, which Mr. Allen agreed to provide.

RECESS At 8:13 p.m., the Council took a short recess.

RECONVENE At 8:22 p.m., the Council reconvened in Open Session with all members present.

ITEM NO. 19B DISCUSSION OF A TEMPORARY MORATORIUM PROHIBITING

DISCUSSION OF A BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS

TEMPORARY

MORATORIUM

PROHIBITING BATTERY

ENERGY STORAGE

SYSTEMS
CITY MANAGER City Manager Miranda introduced the report and acknowledged that MIRANDA representatives from AYPA and Fire Marshall Stillwagon are present.

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MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz strongly suggested implementing a moratorium ORTIZ on BESS facilities in order for staff to conduct more research and so the Council could learn more about this type of business. He also requested to learn which other cities are rejecting this type of project and why. He added that people in surrounding communities oppose storage of toxic chemicals and noted that this project would import hazardous materials in the form of batteries.

MAYOR BURROLA In response to a question by Mayor Burrola, City Attorney Guerra advised that a moratorium would generally provide that the land use identified is frozen for all intents and purposes while the City studies and evaluates land uses, how to regulate it, identifies impacts, determines whether a permit would be issued, and identifies the best sites or areas in the city where it would be permitted. City Attorney Guerra also noted that, should a moratorium be required, it would need to be adopted as an urgency ordinance and would require a 4/5 affirmative vote from the Councilmembers for it to take effect immediately, after which it would be effective for 45 days, though the Council could extend it for another 10 months and 15 days, with the option of extending it, should it be necessary, for another year.

COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Breceda concurred with Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz and BRECDEDA expressed surprise that this matter was brought up so quickly. He noted that other plans for the site have already been established.

COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Ambriz suggested instead creating an ordinance AMBRIZ regarding BESS facilities for the City to retain control to protect the City’s interests. He added that another goal of the ordinance would be to determine the best site for a BESS and create regulations for its development, maintenance, and monitoring. He also noted the economic impact this type of facility would have on the City and how funds generated could be used to continue providing residents with wonderful benefits and services.

COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Breceda asked whether the ordinance would have BRECEDA similar effects as a moratorium, to which City Attorney Guerra advised that a moratorium would freeze any potential development in the City as to the specified use while the City studies which types of ordinances could be adopted. He noted that, at the end of the process, if the Council feels comfortable regulating it, an ordinance could be prepared for Planning Commission and City Council review.

CITY ATTORNEY City Attorney Guerra suggested potentially presenting sample BESSGUERRA related ordinances from other cities to determine whether the Council wishes to adopt something similar.

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COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Ambriz suggested that the applicant conduct a AMBRIZ grassroots educational campaign to assuage the fears that the residents feel.

MAYOR BURROLA Mayor Burrola stated that he felt comfortable with a 45-day moratorium to obtain additional information with regard to actions that other cities have undertaken.

MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz acknowledged that the project would provide ORTIZ revenue to the City but asked how much it should expose current and future generations to potential dangers. He reiterated his desire for a moratorium so that the City could analyze the issue further.

CARMEN ROMAN Carmen Roman agreed that a moratorium would allow additional time to gather additional information. She then stated that residents are opposed to the project and indicated that the moratorium would also pause the project until more answers are provided. She stated that the residents’ health should not be traded for financial incentives.

DENA ZEPEDA Dena Zepeda stated that the residents have made it clear that they do not want a BESS facility in the City and do not need any additional information.

FRED BARBOSA Fred Barbosa stated that the City has received all the information it needs, which demonstrate that the project does not pose a hazard to the City. He suggested making decisions based on science and not emotions.

ARON BRANAM Aron Branam emphasized that AYPA is committed to advancing projects at the local level and ensuring local control over how investments are prioritized to meet community needs. He noted that the CDC has jurisdictional authority to override any local laws, regulations, ordinances, moratoriums, and statutes for critical energy infrastructure such as this project. He further added that the uncertainty created by adopting a moratorium would force AYPA to seek the CDC option, not by choice, but to meet its contractual obligations to energy providers and bring a critical energy resource online. He added that it is important to rely on the regulatory framework that the County of Los Angeles has created to ensure that these projects go online without public health risks. He added that AYPA would continue to engage the community with grassroots outreach for those that are interested in learning more.

SUZANNE GOMEZ Suzanne Gomez expressed support for a moratorium to learn more, thanked the Council for deliberating the matter and for furthering the interests of the residents.

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COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Breceda noted that, even with a moratorium, local BRECEDA control could be wrested away from the City. He stated that an ordinance would at least allow the City to retain local control and spoke in support of adopting an ordinance.

COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Ambriz concurred that the City should adopt an AMBRIZ ordinance to keep local control.

MAYOR PRO TEM Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz reiterated his preference for the adoption of a ORTIZ moratorium.

MOTION A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz to implement a moratorium on BESS facilities within the City.

MAYOR BURROLA Mayor Burrola concurred that a 45-day moratorium would be best and seconded the motion.

ROLL CALL The above-mentioned motion failed with Councilmembers Ambriz, Breceda, and Garcia opposed and Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz and Mayor Burrola in favor.

MOTION A motion was made by Councilmember Ambriz, seconded by Councilmember Breceda, to direct staff to present sample ordinances for Council consideration.

CITY ATTORNEY City Attorney Guerra noted that the Gateway project is scheduled to GUERRA be discussed for the first reading of the specific plan excluding the BESS and recommended that the City Manager request a general ordinance discussion first and then determining how to proceed with the Gateway project.

COUNCILMEMBER Councilmember Ambriz agreed to incorporate City Attorney Guerra’s AMBRIZ suggestion into his motion.

ROLL CALL The above-mentioned motion was approved with Councilmembers Ambriz, Breceda, and Garcia in favor; Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz and Mayor Burrola opposed.

MAYOR PRO TEM Responding to a question by Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz, City Attorney ORTIZ Guerra advised that the ordinance discussion would come first, separate from the Gateway item, simply to review what other cities are doing with their regulations on BESS systems, where the Council would be able to review and ask questions and give direction.

Regarding the EIR, if direction was given to proceed with drafting an ordinance regulating this type of use, it would need to go through the planning process where staff would develop the ordinance, which would then be considered by the Planning Commission for review and recommendation, and ultimately to the City Council for first and second reading. For the next meeting, no environmental review would

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be required since it is an overview and discussion regulating BESS facilities.

SPONTANEOUS

COMMUNICATIONS
FRED BARBOSA Fred Barbosa stated that he took offense when Mayor Burrola described Senator Rubio’s meeting as informative since he was unable to learn anything due to the conduct of others, to which Mayor Burrola noted that he was referring to the meeting between Senator Rubio and other local Mayors, and not the meeting held in Duarte.

KENNETH WHITFIELD Kenneth Whitfield with the Racer Coalition for Irwindale Speedway questioned how demolition permits for the Speedway were issued and made allegation of impropriety between the City, IDS, and Irwindale Industrial LLC and demanded that further development at the site be stopped until the District Attorney’s Office can investigate.

He also alleged improper use of funding and questioned the receipt of property taxes and requested to speak to Mayor Burrola regarding his concerns.

DIRECTOR CHAN Director Chan provided a PowerPoint presentation on the steps needed to obtain a building permit and spoke on the demolition permit for the Irwindale speedway site.

CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION A motion was made by Councilmember Ambriz, seconded by Councilmember Breceda, to approve the Consent Calendar; The motion was unanimously approved; Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz abstaining on Item No. 21B.

ITEM NO. 21A WARRANTS / DEMANDS / PAYROLL

WARRANTS / DEMANDS
/ PAYROLL The warrants / demands / payroll were approved.

ITEM NO. 21B 2ND READING OF ATHENS ORDINANCE NO. 786; AMENDMENT 2 ND READING OF NO. 2 TO FRANCHISE & FACILITY OPERATIONS AGREEMENT

ATHENS ORDINANCE
NO. 786; AMENDMENT
NO. 2 TO FRANCHISE
& FACILITY OPERATIONS

AGREEMENT
ORDINANCE NO. 786 Ordinance No. 786, entitled: “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY

ADOPTED ON COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, SECOND READING APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT NO. 02-2016 BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF
IRWIDNALE AND ARAKELIAN ENTERPRISES, INC., A

CALIFORNIA CORPORATION, DBS ATHENS SERVICES, FOR

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THE MATERIALS RECOVERY FACILITY / TRANSFER STATION
(MRF/TS) ON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2200 ARROW HIGHWAY,
IRWINDALE, CA 91706 (APN 8535-001-039), IN THE M-2 (HEAVY

MANUFACTURING) ZONE, SUBJECT TO CONDITIONS AS

STATED HEREIN, FINDING THE PROJECT EXEMPT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (“CEQA”)
PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELIENS SECITON 15162”, was
passed, approved, and adopted, reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof, and
RESOLUTION NO. Resolution No. 2025-14-3602, entitled:
2025-14-3602
ADOPTED “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO

THE ATHENS SERVICES FRANCHISE & FACILITY OPERATIONS

AGREEMENT FOR THE MATERIALS RECOVERY FACILILTY /
TRANSFER STATION (MRF/TS) ON PROPERTY LOCATED 2200
ARROW HIGHWAY, IRWINDALE, CA 91706 (APN 8535-001-039),
IN THE M-2 (HEAVY MANUFACTURING) ZONE, SUBJECT TO

CONDITIONS AS STATED HEREIN, FINDING THE PROJECT

EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
ACT (“CEQA”) PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION
15162,” was adopted, Mayor Pro Tem Ortiz abstaining.

ITEM NO. 21C AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE 2020 CITY-WIDE ENGINEERING AMENDMENT NO. 1 AND TRAFFIC STUDY
TO THE 2020 CITY-WIDE

ENGINEERING AND

TRAFFIC STUDY
ORDINANCE NO. 792 Ordinance No. 792, entitled:

INTRODUCED FOR
FIRST READING “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

IRWINDALE ADOPTING AN ENGINEERING AND TRAFFIC

SURVEY JUSTIFYING THE SPEED LIMIT FOR CERTAIN CITY
STREETS, AND AMENDING SECTION 10.40.0470 “SPEED
LIMITS-SPECIFIED FOR CERTAIN STREETS,” OF CHAPTER

10.40 “RESTRICTED USE OF CERTAIN STREETS” OF TITLE 10
“VEHICLES AND TRAFFIC” OF THE IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL

CODE TO DECLARE THE PRIMA FACIE SPEED LIMITS OF
CERTAIN STREETS WITHIN THE CITY OF IRWINDALE,” was
introduced for first reading, reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof.

END OF CONSENT CALENDAR

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CITY MANAGER’S
REPORT
CITY MANAGER City Manager Miranda presented the following report:

MIRANDA
1) In observance of Presidents’ Day, City offices will be closed on February 17.
2) The City will be hosting a blood drive in collaboration with the American Red Cross on February 20.
3) The former Reliance II pit is currently being used by FEMA to store k-rails, wattles, and sand bags, and is not accepting or storing fire debris at the site.
4) The Aquatics’ pool renovation project is nearly complete. 5) The Morada Street Block Wall project is anticipated to begin this month.
6) Construction for the new Irwindale Public Library is anticipated to begin this month with an anticipated completion date in March 2026, with additional improvements to be completed by summer 2026.
7) The Police Department has deployed body-worn cameras to all officers.
8) The Police Department has recently accepted six new patrol cars, which will enter service once the radios have been programmed.

REQUESTS FOR

AGENDA ITEMS BY
CITY COUNCIL None.

ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to conduct, the meeting was adjourned at 9:20 p.m., in memory of Isaura Gadea, Pete Perez, and Marco Adame.
________________________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

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104447 TOTALCOM Total Compensation Systems, Inc. 03/20/2025 1,237.50 104448
YTIRES Y Tire Sales 03/20/2025 367.49
104449 V&V01 V & V Manufacturing, Inc. 03/20/2025 61.68 104450
Report Total (57 checks): 143,191.95
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Item #19.C.

Date: March 26, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: 2nd Reading of Gateway Ordinances
City Manager's Recommendation:

That the City Council adopt on second reading the following Ordinances for Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan project:

Ordinance No. 787 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING ZONE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 02-2023 TO ADD IRWINDALE GATEWAY SPECIFIC PLAN TO TITLE 17 OF THE IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE (IMC), DEFINING PERMITTED USES,

REGULATING THE SIZES AND LOCATIONS OF BUILDINGS, SPECIFYING DESIGN GUIDELINES AND

DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, ADDRESSING MOBILITY AND CONNECTIVITY TOPICS, IDENTIFYING

PROJECT INFRASTRUCTURE AND SERVICES, AND PROVIDING ADMINISTRATIVE AND IMPLEMENTATION LANGUAGE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 13620 LIVE OAK LANE, IRWINDALE, CA (APNS: 8532-002-046 AND 8532-002-047) AND FINDING THE PROJECT CONSISTENT WITH THE CERTIFIED FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SCH# 2023020290).”
Ordinance No. 788 entitled, “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE MODIFYING THE CITY OF IRWINDALE ZONING MAP (ZONE CHANGE NO. 02-2022) FROM M-2 (HEAVY MANUFACTURING) TO IRWINDALE GATEWAY SPECIFIC PLAN FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 13620 LIVE OAK LANE, IRWINDALE, CA (APNS: 8532-002-046 AND 8532-002-047) AND FINDING THE PROJECT CONSISTENT WITH THE CERTIFIED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SCH# 2023020290).” Administrative Action:

Submitted by:

Marilyn Simpson, AICP, Community Development Director
Prepared by:

Brandi Jones, Senior Planner

Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Background and Analysis:

At its meeting of March 12, 2025, the City Council introduced the above Ordinances for first reading.

The ordinances are attached and it would be in order to adopt Ordinance Nos. 787 and 788 on second reading for The Gateway Specific Plan project.

Fiscal Impact:

The Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan is a multi-year plan for the business park to develop. All future development as described in the Specific Plan will be fully funded by the Applicant/Developer. There is no impact to the City’s General Fund.

Attachments:

1. Ordinance No. 787 FINAL Attachment A FINAL

2. Ordinance No. 788 FINAL Attachment B FINAL

Ordinance No. 787
ZOA No. 02-2023

ATTACHMENT “A”
ORDINANCE NO. 787

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING ZONE ORDINANCE AMENDMENT NO. 02-2023 TO ADD IRWINDALE GATEWAY SPECIFIC PLAN TO TITLE 17 OF THE IRWINDALE

MUNICIPAL CODE (IMC), DEFINING PERMITTED USES, REGULATING THE SIZES

AND LOCATIONS OF BUILDINGS, SPECIFYING DESIGN GUIDELINES AND

DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS, ADDRESSING MOBILITY AND CONNECTIVITY

TOPICS, IDENTIFYING PROJECT INFRASTRUCTURE AND SERVICES, AND

PROVIDING ADMINISTRATIVE AND IMPLEMENTATION LANGUAGE FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 13620 LIVE OAK LANE, IRWINDALE, CA (APNS: 8532- 002-046 AND 8532-002-047) AND FINDING THE PROJECT CONSISTENT WITH THE CERTIFIED FINAL ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SCH# 2023020290) WHEREAS, Jeff Dritley, on behalf of KP Irwindale Owner, LLC 1875 Century Park East, Suite 380, Los Angeles, CA 90067, the Applicant, has made the following request:
1) Zone Ordinance Amendment (ZOA) No. 02-2023 to add Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan to Title 17 of the Irwindale Municipal Code for property located at 13620 Live Oak Lane – APNs: 8532-002-046 and 8532-002-047. (This ZOA is being processed concurrently with FEIR State Clearinghouse No. 2023020290, GPA No. 02-2022, ZC No. 02-2022, and TPM No. 83854); and
WHEREAS, Government Code Section 65450 allows for the adoption of a specific plan after the legislative body has adopted a General Plan, and the planning agency may, or if so directed by the legislative body, shall, prepare specific plans for the systematic implementation of the General Plan for all or part of the area covered by the General Plan.

A specific plan may be adopted/amended per Government Code Section 65453; and WHEREAS, the proposed project will allow for the establishment of the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan. The Specific Plan area within the City is currently located at 1360 Live Oak Lane (APNS: 8532-002-046 and 8532-002-047); and WHEREAS, an electronic copy of the proposed Specific Plan is available on the City’s website https://www.irwindaleca.gov/590/13620-Live-Oak-Lane---IrwindaleGateway-, printed copies are available at the Irwindale Public Library, City Clerk’s Office, and the Community Development Department; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Specific Plan, provides for the planned use and longterm development of the business park and; WHEREAS, pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, as amended, and the City of Irwindale environmental guidelines, the City, as the Lead Agency, has analyzed the project and has prepared an Environmental Impact Report (“EIR”). The EIR was circulated for public

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review for 45 days from May 13, 2024 through June 27, 2024. A copy of the EIR was circulated through the State Clearinghouse (SCH# 2023020290), posted on the City’s website, and was available at the Irwindale Public Library, City Clerk’s Office, and Community Development Department. A copy of the EIR and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program was posted on the project’s dedicated website https://www.irwindaleca.gov/590/13620-Live-Oak-Lane---Irwindale-Gateway-; and WHEREAS, the public review period for the Draft EIR ended on June 27, 2024; and
WHEREAS, a Final Environmental Impact Report (SCH# 2023020290) was prepared for the proposed project, including the Draft EIR, comments received on the Draft EIR and responses to those comments, and revisions and corrections to the Draft EIR made in response to comments received; and
WHEREAS, on October 28, 2024, the Irwindale Planning Commission continued its hearing on this item to a date certain (November 26, 2024); and WHEREAS, the Special Planning Commission meeting of November 26, 2024 was later rescheduled to November 14, 2024, and
WHEREAS, revised notices of public hearing were published, posted, and mailed in accordance with the laws, including CEQA, the Government Code, and policies of the City of Irwindale; and
WHEREAS, on November 14, 2024, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed Special public hearing on the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan and corresponding Zone Ordinance Amendment No. 02-2023, and adopted PC Resolution No. 836(24), recommending that the City Council adopt an ordinance adopting the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan; and
WHEREAS, notice of a public hearing before the City Council on the proposed Specific Plan adoption, was given in accordance with applicable law; and WHEREAS, on January 8, 2025, the Irwindale Planning Commission continued its hearing on this item to a date certain (January 22, 2025); and WHEREAS, on January 22, 2025, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing, as required by law, on the proposed Application at which time oral and documentary evidence was introduced along with the written recommendation of the City of Irwindale City Council, received public testimony, and directed Staff to revise the draft Specific Plan document, Resolutions and Ordinances to remove all references to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and put on the February 26, 2025 Consent Calendar; and

Ordinance No. 787
ZOA No. 02-2023

WHEREAS, on February 26, 2025, the City Council directed Staff to revise the draft Specific Plan document, Resolutions and Ordinances to restore all references to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and put on the March 12, 2025 Consent Calendar; and
WHEREAS, on March 12, 2025, the City Council adopted the revised Resolutions, Ordinances and Specific Plan document; and
WHEREAS, a copy of the proposed Specific Plan as presented to the City Council is on file with the Community Development Department, City Clerk’s Office, and additional printed copies are also posted at the Irwindale Public Library, and an electronic copy is provided on the project’s dedicated webpage; and WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the staff report and all of the information, evidence, and testimony received at the public hearing, including the recommendation of the Planning Commission; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Recitals above are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 2. Based upon substantial evidence presented to the City Council during the public hearing, including written staff reports and verbal testimony, all of which shall constitute the entire record of this matter, the City Council hereby finds and determines:
a. The Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan is consistent with the Irwindale General Plan, as amended through General Plan Amendment No. 02-2022. The Property was previously contemplated in the City’s General Plan as a landfill in the stage of reclamation. The Nu-Way Live Oak Reclamation Operations Plan is currently active and expected to be completed in approximately 2026. Upon completion of reclamation, the property will be graded to match the adjacent grade.

The final reclaimed and rough graded site, consistent with the previous General Plan designation, serves as the baseline for the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan.

General Plan Amendment No. 02-2022 processed concurrently designates the site as the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan. The Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan is intended to encourage the highest and best use for the subject property to guide the development of a former landfill and sand and gravel quarry into a productive site based on its unique characteristics and will be in the best interests and welfare

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of the City and its residents. The Specific Plan is therefore consistent with the City’s General Plan Land Use Designations and the Zoning Designation, as amended.

Furthermore, the Community Development Element of the General Plan promotes several policies that support the adoption of the Specific Plan and associated entitlements. Community Development Element Policy 1 strives to preserve the overall mix of land uses and development in the community. Community Development Element Policy 3 seeks to ensure that the type, location, and intensity of all new development and intensified developments adhere to the requirements specified in its particular land use category. Community Development Element Policy 5 promotes the comprehensive development consistent with the General Plan as opposed to piecemeal and incremental planning. The Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan implements policies set forth in the General Plan, to provide direction for the development of the business park over several years, addresses sustainable practices on and off-site, promotes compatibility with surrounding areas, and provides a unique and flexible policy document that facilitates orderly development of the site. b. Based on the above findings, the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan and the City Council’s adoption thereof complies with Government Code Section 65450 et seq.

SECTION 3. Based upon the substantial evidence and testimony received at the public hearing and the findings and conclusions set forth hereinabove, the City Council hereby accepts the recommendation of the Planning Commission and hereby adopts the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan, on file with the Community Development Department and as presented to the City Council at the time of the adoption of this Ordinance.

SECTION 4. Pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, as amended, and the City of Irwindale environmental guidelines, the City Council finds that the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for The Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan (State Clearinghouse (SCH) No. 2023020290), including the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations adequately describes the Project and its potential impacts, as well as the impacts potentially resulting from the approval of the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan for the purposes of CEQA review, and it is consistent with the analysis of the Project within the City Council certified Final Environmental Impact Report, adopted Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, adopted Findings of Fact, and adopted Statement of Overriding Considerations.

SECTION 5.If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase, or portion of this Ordinance is, for any reason, held to be unconstitutional or invalid or ineffective by any court of competent jurisdiction , such decision shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the remaining portions of this

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Ordinance or any part thereof. The City Council herby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph , sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance irrespective of the fact that one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared unconstitutional or invalid or ineffective. To this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are declared severable.

SECTION 6. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption. The City Council hereby authorizes and directs the Mayor and the Chief Deputy City Clerk to execute this Ordinance on behalf of the City of Irwindale forthwith upon its adoption.

SECTION 7. The Chief Deputy City Clerk shall certify as to the passage of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published and/or posted at the designated locations in the City of Irwindale.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 26th day of February 2025.

Larry G. Burrola, Mayor
ATTEST:

Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES } ss.

CITY OF IRWINDALE }
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Irwindale, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 787 was duly introduced at a regular meeting of the Irwindale City Council held on the 12th day of March 2025, and was duly approved and adopted on second reading at its regular meeting held on the 26th day of March 2025, by the following vote of the Council:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:

Ordinance No. 787
ZOA No. 02-2023

Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
Exhibit:

A. Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan (dated March 12, 2025) (https://www.irwindaleca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/11298/Irwindale-GatewaySpecific-Plan-CC-03122025)

Ordinance No. 787
ZOA No. 02-2023

AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Laura M. Nieto, MMC, Chief Deputy City Clerk, certify that I caused a copy of Ordinance No. 787 adopted by the City Council of the City of Irwindale at its regular meeting held March 26, 2024, to be posted at the City Hall, Library, and Post Office on March 27, 2025.

Dated:

Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

Ordinance No. 788
ZC No. 02-2022

ATTACHMENT “B”
ORDINANCE NO. 788

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE MODIFYING THE CITY OF IRWINDALE ZONING MAP (ZONE CHANGE NO. 02-2022) FROM M-2 (HEAVY MANUFACTURING) TO IRWINDALE GATEWAY SPECIFIC PLAN FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 13620 LIVE OAK LANE, IRWINDALE, CA (APNS: 8532- 002-046 AND 8532-002-047) AND FINDING THE PROJECT CONSISTENT WITH THE CERTIFIED ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT (SCH# 2023020290) WHEREAS, Jeff Dritley, on behalf of KP Irwindale Owner, LLC 1875 Century Park East, Suite 380, Los Angeles, CA 90067, the Applicant, has made the following request:
1) Zone Change (ZC) No. 02-2022 to change the City of Irwindale Zoning Map from M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) to Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan for property located at 13620 Live Oak Lane – APNs: 8532-002-046 and 8532-002-047. (This ZC is being processed concurrently with FEIR State Clearinghouse No. 2023020290, GPA No. 02-2022, ZOA No. 02-2023, and TPM No. 83854); and
WHEREAS, Section 17.84.010 of the Irwindale Municipal Code allows for changes to the zoning and the classification of property “whenever the public interest and necessity so require”; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan, provides for the planned use and long-term development of the business park for the next several years; and
WHEREAS, the City Council, in connection with the implementing actions necessary for the adoption of the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan, has considered the proposed Zone Change No. 02-2022, an amendment to the Zoning Code and the Zoning Map designation for two (2) parcels (APNs: 8532-002-046 and 8532-002-047) to the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan; and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, as amended, and the City of Irwindale environmental guidelines, the City, as the Lead Agency, has analyzed the project and has prepared an Environmental Impact Report (“EIR”). The EIR was circulated for public review for 45 days from May 13, 2024 through June 27, 2024. A copy of the EIR was circulated through the State Clearinghouse (SCH# 2023020290), posted on the City’s website, and was available at the Irwindale Public Library, City Clerk’s Office, and Community Development Department. A copy of the EIR and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program was posted on the project’s dedicated website https://www.irwindaleca.gov/590/13620-Live-Oak-Lane---Irwindale-Gateway-; and WHEREAS, the public review period for the Draft EIR ended on June 27, 2024; and

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WHEREAS, a Final Environmental Impact Report (SCH# 2023020290) was prepared for the proposed project, including the Draft EIR, comments received on the Draft EIR and responses to those comments, and revisions and corrections to the Draft EIR made in response to comments received; and
WHEREAS, On October 28, 2024, the Irwindale Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing, as required by law, on the Application, closed the public hearing and requested that the item be continued until the entire Planning Commission was present. The item was continued the meeting to a date certain (November 26, 2024); and
WHEREAS, the Special Planning Commission meeting of November 26, 2024 was later rescheduled to November 14, 2024; and
WHEREAS, revised notices of public hearing were published, posted, and mailed in accordance with the laws, including CEQA, Government Code, and policies of the City of Irwindale; and
WHEREAS, on November 14, 2024, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan and corresponding Zone Change No. 02-2022, and adopted PC Resolution No. 837(24) recommending that the City Council of the City of Irwindale adopt Zone Change No. 02-2022 to modify the City of Irwindale Zoning Map from M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) to Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan; and
WHEREAS, notice of a public hearing before the City Council on the proposed Zone Change for the Specific Plan project, was given in accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, on January 8, 2025, the Irwindale Planning Commission continued its hearing on this item to a date certain (January 22, 2025); and WHEREAS, on January 22, 2025, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing, as required by law, on the proposed Application at which time oral and documentary evidence was introduced along with the written recommendation of the City of Irwindale City Council, received public testimony, and directed Staff to revise the draft Specific Plan document, Resolutions and Ordinances to remove all references to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and put on the February 26, 2025 Consent Calendar; and
WHEREAS, on February 26, 2025, the City Council directed Staff to revise the draft Specific Plan document, Resolutions and Ordinances to restore all references to Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), and put on the March 12, 2025 Consent Calendar; and

Ordinance No. 788
ZC No. 02-2022

WHEREAS, on March 12, 2025, the City Council adopted the revised Resolutions, Ordinances and Specific Plan document; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Ordinance have occurred.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in Recitals, Part A, of this Ordinance are true and correct.

SECTION 2. Based upon substantial evidence presented to this City Council during the public hearing conducted with regard to the Application, including written staff reports, verbal testimony, and evidence in the City’s record for the project, this City Council hereby specifically finds as follows:
a. The proposed Zone Change from M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) to Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan is intended to encourage the highest and best use for the subject property and is in the best interests and welfare of the City and its residents.
b. The proposed Zone Change is internally consistent with all other provisions of the General Plan. The Community Development Element of the General Plan promotes several policies that support the adoption of the SP and associated entitlements. Community Development Element Policy 1 strives to preserve the overall mix of land uses and development in the community. Community
Development Element Policy 3 seeks to ensure that the type, location, and intensity of all new development and intensified developments adhere to the requirements specified in its particular land use category. Community Development Element Policy 5 promotes the comprehensive development consistent with the General Plan as opposed to piecemeal and incremental planning. If adopted, the proposed Zone Change would implement the proposed Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan, which implements policies set forth in the General Plan, to provide direction for the development of the business park over several years, addresses sustainable practices on and off-site, promotes compatibility with surrounding areas, and provides a unique and flexible policy document that facilitates orderly development of the site.
c. The proposed Zone Change will not be detrimental to the public interest, health safety, convenience, or welfare of the City. The purpose of the proposed Zone Change is to implement the Specific Plan, which provides a comprehensive framework for the long-term

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growth and development of the entire business park, provides clarity in processes and in the coordination between the applicant, developers, and City. If adopted, the proposed Specific Plan would define permitted uses, regulate the sizes and locations of buildings, specify design guidelines and development standards, address mobility and connectivity issues, identify project infrastructure and services, and provide administrative and implementation language for the entire 66.64-acre property.
d. The affected properties are physically suitable in terms of design, location, operating characteristics, shape, size, topography, and the provision of public and emergency vehicle access, and public services and utilities and is served by highways and streets adequate in width and improvement to carry the kind and quantity of traffic the proposed use would likely generate, to ensure that the proposed use(s) and/or development will not endanger, jeopardize, or otherwise constitute a hazard to the property or improvements in the vicinity in which the property is located. The site and adjacent environs were studied for physical suitability as part of the preparation for the Specific Plan and associated Final Environmental Impact Report.

SECTION 3. Pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, as amended, and the City of Irwindale environmental guidelines, the City Council finds that the Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for The Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan (State Clearinghouse (SCH) No. 2023020290), including the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and Findings of Fact and Statement of Overriding Considerations adequately describes the Project and its potential impacts, as well as the impacts potentially resulting from the approval of the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan for the purposes of CEQA review, and it is consistent with the analysis of the Project within the City Council certified Final Environmental Impact Report, adopted Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, adopted Findings of Fact, and adopted Statement of Overriding Considerations.

SECTION 4. Based upon substantial evidence and testimony received at public hearing and the findings and conclusions set forth hereinabove, the City Council adopts and approves proposed Zone Change No. 02-2022 to change the Zoning Map as shown in attached Exhibit “A” to this Ordinance.

SECTION 5. If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase, or portion of this Ordinance is, for any reason, held to be unconstitutional or invalid or ineffective by any court of competent jurisdiction , such decision shall not affect the validity or effectiveness of the remaining portions of this Ordinance or any part thereof. The City Council herby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph,

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sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance irrespective of the fact that one or more sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared unconstitutional or invalid or ineffective. To this end, the provisions of this Ordinance are declared severable.

SECTION 6. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption. The City Council hereby authorizes and directs the Mayor and the Chief Deputy City Clerk to execute this Ordinance on behalf of the City of Irwindale forthwith upon its adoption.

SECTION 7. The Chief Deputy City Clerk shall certify as to the passage of this Ordinance and shall cause the same to be published and/or posted at the designated locations in the City of Irwindale
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 26th day of March 2025.

Larry G. Burrola, Mayor
ATTEST:

Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES } ss.

CITY OF IRWINDALE }
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Irwindale, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 788 was duly introduced at a regular meeting of the Irwindale City Council held on the 12th day of March 2025, and was duly approved and adopted on second reading at its regular meeting held on the 26th day of March 2025, by the following vote of the Council:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:

Laura M. Nieto, MMC

Ordinance No. 788
ZC No. 02-2022

Chief Deputy City Clerk
Exhibit:

A. Proposed Zoning Map

Ordinance No. 788
ZC No. 02-2022

EXHIBIT “A”

Ordinance No. 788
ZC No. 02-2022

AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Laura M. Nieto, MMC, Chief Deputy City Clerk, certify that I caused a copy of Ordinance No. 788 adopted by the City Council of the City of Irwindale at its regular meeting held March 26, 2024, to be posted at the City Hall, Library, and Post Office on March 27, 2025.

Dated:

Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

Item #19.D.

Date: March 26, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: Housing Element Progress Report
City Manager's Recommendation:

Adopt Resolution No. 2025-27-3615 entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA RECEIVING AND APPROVING THE ANNUAL HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRESS

REPORT AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SUBMIT THE HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT FOR THE 2024 CALENDAR YEAR TO THE GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF PLANNING AND RESEARCH (OPR) AND THE STATE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (HCD)”.

Administrative Action:

Submitted by:

Marilyn Simpson, AICP, Community Development Director
Prepared by:

Mario Arellano, Associate Planner
Electronically Approved
Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer

Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Background and Analysis:

Pursuant to Government Code Section 65400(a)(2)(B), the City is required to submit a General Plan Annual Progress Report to the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) each year, to provide a summary of the City’s progress towards meeting its Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) goal and implementing its General Plan.

State law requires that all General Plans include a Housing Element which provides a plan for accommodating future housing production needs. The Housing Element must include the City’s plan for meeting its share of RHNA. As part of RHNA, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) determines the total number of new homes that the local region needs to build and the necessary number of units needed at various levels of affordability to meet the housing needs of people at all income levels.

The 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report includes a summary of the City’s progress towards meeting its RHNA goal for the calendar year of 2024. Attached with this staff report is the City’s annual housing element progress report, prepared using the form provided by HCD.

In addition, pursuant to SB 35, HCD will use the information provided in the City’s Housing Element Annual Progress report to determine if the City is making progress towards reaching its RHNA goal. As part of the 2021 and 2029 planning period, the City’s required goal is to provide 119 affordable units divided into the following four (4) categories:
• Very-low Income Units: 36
• Low Income Units: 11
• Moderate Income Units: 17
• Above-moderate Income Units: 55
As previously discussed with the City Council, staff has retained consultant Environmental Science Associates (ESA) to update the City’s General Plan and Housing Element to incorporate the 6th Cycle RHNA required goal for our City. At this time, the Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) is being prepared and is expected to go out for public review before the end March 2025.

Staff recommends that the City Council approve the Annual Housing Element Progress Report and authorize staff to submit the final 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report to the Governor’s Office

of Planning and Research (OPR) and the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).

Fiscal Impact:

There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

Attachments:

1. Resolution No. 2025-27-3615

2. Irwindale 2024 Annual Progress Report

Resolution No. 2025-27-3615

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-27-3615

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA

RECEIVING AND APPROVING THE ANNUAL HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRESS

REPORT AND AUTHORIZING STAFF TO SUBMIT THE HOUSING ELEMENT ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT FOR THE 2024 CALENDAR YEAR TO THE GOVERNOR’S OFFICE OF PLANNING AND RESEARCH (OPR) AND THE STATE

DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT (HCD)
WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 65400(a)(2) requires each California planning agency provide an annual progress report to the City Council, the State Office of Planning and Research, and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) regarding progress toward implementation of the housing element of the general plan; and
WHEREAS, an annual progress report for the 2024 calendar year has been prepared by the City of Irwindale, utilizing prescribed forms and instructions provided by HCD; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The City Council finds the above recitals true and correct and they are hereby incorporated herein by this reference.

Section 2. The City Council hereby receives, accepts, and approves the 2024 Annual Progress Report on the Housing Element (Housing Element Annual Progress Report Form 2024) (“Report”) prepared by the City, attached hereto as Exhibit “A”.

Section 3. The City Council hereby directs that the Report be forwarded to the State Office of Planning and Research and the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) pursuant to California Government Code Section 65400(a)(2).

Section 4. The Chief Deputy City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution which shall take effect immediately.

PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 26th day of March, 2025.

Resolution No. 2025-27-3615

Larry G. Burrola, Mayor
ATTEST:

Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES } ss.

CITY OF IRWINDALE }
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Irwindale, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2024-27-3615 duly adopted by the City Council of the City of the City of Irwindale, at a regular meeting held on the 26th day of March 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

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Jurisdiction Irwindale
Reporting Year 2024
Housing Element Planning Period 6th Cycle
Current Year
Deed
Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
Deed
Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
Deed
Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
0 0
Units by Structure Type Entitled Permitted Completed
Single-family Attached 0 0 0
Single-family Detached 0 0 0
2 to 4 units per structure 0 0 0
5+ units per structure 0 0 0
Accessory Dwelling Unit 0 0 0
Mobile/Manufactured Home 0 0 0
Total 0 0 0
Infill Housing Developments and Infill Units Permitted # of Projects Units 0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
Total Housing Applications Submitted:

Number of Proposed Units in All Applications Received:

Total Housing Units Approved:

Total Housing Units Disapproved:

Total Units
Housing Applications Summary
Use of SB 423 Streamlining Provisions - Applications
Note: Units serving extremely low-income households are included in the very low-income Above Moderate
Indicated as Infill
Not Indicated as Infill
Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
(Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
Very Low
Low
Moderate

00 Number of SB 423 Streamlining Applications
Number of SB 423 Streamlining Applications Approved

Income Rental Ownership Total
Very Low 0 0 0
Low 0 0 0
Moderate 0 0 0
Above Moderate 0 0 0
Total 0 0 0
Streamlining Provisions Used - Permitted Units # of Projects Units SB 9 (2021) - Duplex in SF Zone 0 0
SB 9 (2021) - Residential Lot Split 0 0
AB 2011 (2022) 0 0
SB 6 (2022) 0 0
SB 423 (2023) 0 0
Ministerial and Discretionary Applications # of Units
Ministerial 0 0
Discretionary 0 0
Density Bonus Applications and Units Permitted
Number of Applications Submitted Requesting a Density Bonus 0 Number of Units in Applications Submitted Requesting a Density Bonus 0 Number of Projects Permitted with a Density Bonus 0
Number of Units in Projects Permitted with a Density Bonus 0 Housing Element Programs Implemented and Sites Rezoned Count 50 0
Programs Implemented
Sites Rezoned to Accommodate the RHNA
Units Constructed - SB 423 Streamlining Permits

Jurisdiction Irwindale ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting Year 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation
Planning Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
Date
Application
Submitted
Total
Approved
Units by
Project
Total
Disapproved
Units by
Project
Streamlining Application Status Project Type Notes
2 34 6 7 8 9 11 12 13
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit Category(SFA,SFD,2 to
4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=RenterO=Owner
Date
Application
Submitted
(see
instructions)
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
Low-Income
Deed
Restricted
Low-Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Total

PROPOSED
Units by
Project
Total

APPROVED
Units by
project
Total

DISAPPROVE
D Units by
Project
Please select
state
streamlining
provision/s the
application was
submitted
pursuant to.

Did the
housing
development
application
seek
incentives or
concessions
pursuant to
Government
Code section
65915?
Were
incentives or
concessions
requested
pursuant to
Government
Code section
65915
approved?
Please
indicate the
status of the
application.

Is the project
considered a
ministerial
project or
discretionary
project?
Notes+
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 0 0 0 0 00 0 0 0
000000000
Table A
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
1 5
Project Identifier Unit Types Proposed Units - Affordability by Household Incomes Density Bonus Law Applications 10 Housing Development Applications Submitted

Jurisdiction Irwindale ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Year 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Planning Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
Table A2
Streamlining Infill
Housing without
Financial Assistance or
Deed Restrictions
Term of
Affordability or
Deed Restriction
Notes
23 56 89 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit Category
(SFA,SFD,2 to
4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=Renter
O=Owner
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Entitlement
Date Approved
# of Units
issued
Entitlements
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome Building Permits Date Issued # of Units Issued Building Permits Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Certificates of
Occupancy or other
forms of readiness
(see instructions)
Date Issued
# of Units
issued
Certificates of
Occupancy or
other forms of
readiness
How many of
the units were
Extremely
Low Income?
Please select the
state
streamlining
provision the
project was

APPROVED
pursuant to. (may
select multiple)
Infill Units?
Y/N+
Assistance
Programs for Each
Development
(may select multiple -
see instructions)
Deed Restriction
Type
(may select
multiple - see
instructions)
For units affordable
without financial assistance
or deed restrictions,
explain how the locality
determined the units were
affordable
(see instructions)
Term of Affordability
or Deed Restriction
(years) (if affordable in perpetuity enter 1000)+
Number of
Demolished/Destroy
ed Units
Demolished
or Destroyed
Units
Demolished/
Destroyed
Units
Owner or
Renter
Total Density Bonus
Applied to the Project
(Percentage Increase in
Total Allowable Units or
Total Maximum Allowable
Residential Gross Floor
Area)
Number of Other
Incentives,
Concessions,
Waivers, or Other
Modifications Given
to the Project
(Excluding Parking
Waivers or Parking
Reductions)
List the
incentives,
concessions,
waivers, and
modifications
(Excluding
Parking Waivers
or Parking
Modifications)
Did the project
receive a reduction or
waiver of parking
standards? (Y/N)
Notes+
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0000 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Housing with Financial Assistance
and/or Deed Restrictions Project Identifier Demolished/Destroyed Units Annual Building Activity Report Summary - New Construction, Entitled, Permits and Completed Units Density Bonus
1 Unit Types Affordability by Household Incomes - Completed Entitlement Affordability by Household Incomes - Building Permits Affordability by Household Incomes - Certificates of Occupancy 4 7 10

Jurisdiction Irwindale ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Year 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element ImplementationPlanning Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029 1 Projection
Period 34
RHNA Allocation
by Income Level
Projection
Period -
06/30/2021-
10/14/2021
2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029
Total Units
to Date (all
years)
Total Remaining
RHNA by
Income Level
Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - - Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - - Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - - Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - - Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - - Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - - Above Moderate 55 - - 1 - - - - - - - 1 54
119
- - 1 - - - - - - - 1 118
5 67
Extremely lowIncome Need 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025 2026 2027 2028 2029 Total Units to Date Total Units Remaining 18 - - - - - - - - - - 18
VLI Deed RestrictedVLI Non Deed RestrictedLI Deed RestrictedLI Non Deed RestrictedMI Deed RestrictedMI Non Deed Restricted Above Mod Income
11 Please note: For the last year of the 5th cycle, Table B will only include units that were permitted during the portion of the year that was in the 5th cycle. For the first year of the 6th cycle, Table B will only include units that were permitted since the start of the planning period. Projection Period units are in a separate column.Total RHNATotal Units Income Level
Very LowLowExtremely Low-Income Units*Note: units serving extremely low-income households are included in the very low-income RHNA progress and must be reported as very low-income units in section 7 of Table A2. They must also be reported in the extremely low-income category (section 13) in Table A2 to be counted as progress toward meeting the extremely low-income housing need determined pursuant to Government Code 65583(a)(1).*Extremely low-income housing need determined pursuant to Government Code 65583(a)(1). Value in Section 5 is default value, assumed to be half of the very low-income RHNA. May be overwritten.

Progress toward extremely low-income housing need, as determined pursuant to Government Code 65583(a)(1).

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36 11 17
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2 Table B
Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress
Permitted Units Issued by Affordability
36

Jurisdiction Irwindale ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Year 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation
Planning Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
Date of
Rezone Rezone Type
2 4 5 6 7 9 10 11
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Date of
Rezone
Very LowIncome Low-Income Moderate- Income Above Moderate- Income Rezone Type Parcel Size (Acres) General Plan Designation Zoning Minimum Density Allowed Maximum Density Allowed Realistic Capacity Vacant/Nonvacant Description of Existing Uses Note: "+" indicates an optional fieldCells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
3 8
Project Identifier RHNA Shortfall by Household Income Category Sites Description 1 Sites Identified or Rezoned to Accommodate Shortfall Housing Need and No Net-Loss Law Table C

Jurisdiction Irwindale
Reporting Year 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
123 4
Name of Program Objective Timeframe in H.E Status of Program Implementation 5th Cycle Program 1: Housing Grants for Extremely and Very LowIncome (Grants) 7 grants between 2014-2021 (3 Extremely Low-Income; 2 very low-income; 2 moderate-income) 2015-2021 This program no longer exists due to the dissolution of the ICRA. 5th Cycle Program 2: Deferred Housing Improvement Loan Program (SR Loans) 7 grants between 2014-2021 (3 Extremely Low-Income; 2 Very Low-Income; 2 Moderate-Income) 2015-2021 This program no longer exists due to the dissolution of the ICRA. 5th Cycle Program 3: Substantial Rehabilitation Housing Improvement Loan Program (SR Loans) 7 additional loans processed between 2014-2021 (3 Extremely Low-Income; 2 Very Low-Income; 2 Moderate-Income) 2015-2021 This program no longer exists due to the dissolution of the ICRA. 5th Cycle Program 4: Below Market-Rate Loans for Tenant Occupied Units 1 additional loan processed between 2014-2021 2015-2021 This program no longer exists due to the dissolution of the ICRA. 5th Cycle Program 5: Substantial Rehabilitation Below Market Rate Loans for Tenant Occupied Units 1 additional loan processed between 2014-2021 2015-2021 This program no longer exists due to the dissolution of the ICRA. 5th Cycle Program 6: Zoning Program
Planned Development Overlay - up to 63 units Fall 2014 The completion of the comprehensive Zoning Code Update was delayed due to staffing issues and COVID 19 pandemic. Anticipated to be completed by Spring 2024. 5th Cycle Program 7: InFill Housing Program 8 net new units 4th Quarter, 2014 In 2021, 7 new deed restricted housing units were completed and 1 building permit was issued to sustiantially rehabilitate and deed restrict 5th Cycle Program 8: Promotion of Second Unit Ordinance and Second Unit Deferred Loan Program Average of 1 new second unit per year (total of 6 units - 4 Very Low-Income; 2 Low-Income) 2015-2021 There have been no requests received for this program. The Second Unit Deferred Loan Program no longer exists due to the dissolution of the ICRA.

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
Housing Programs Progress Report
Describe progress of all programs including local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing as identified in the housing element.

Table D
Program Implementation Status pursuant to GC Section 65583

5th Cycle Program 9:

Promotion of Energy and Water Conservation to Existing Residents and in City Sponsored Housing Projects 5 new retrofitted units per year (total of 25 units) Ongoing The new housing units developed with the assistance of the Irwindale Housing Authority are green point rated and include energy and water conservation elements. 5th Cycle Program 10: Proposed Green Building Grant Program 4 grants between 2015-2021 2015-2021 This program no longer exists due to the dissolution of the ICRA. 5th Cycle Program 11: Mountain Avenue and Shrode Street Residential Development development of 8 units Ongoing
In 2020, 7 building permits were issued to develop 4 very low and 3 low income housing units at the Mountain and Shrode Avenue site (Now named Ambriz St). Reduced to 7 from 8 due to accomodation of the street. 5th Cycle Program 12: Priority for Water and Sewer (SB 1087) N/A Upon adoption of H.E.

Copy of the adopted H.E. sent to water and sewer service providers (Valley County Water District; Cal-American Water Company; L.A. County Sanitation District No. 22); priority for water and sewer connections to affordable housing projects. 5th Cycle Program 13: Annual Review of General Plan Land Use and Conservation Elements (AB 162)
N/A Upon adoption of H.E. Review as needed
5th Cycle Program 14: Provision of Land Zoned for Multiple-Family Housing Up to 63 dwelling units Upon Rezoning of Manning Pit The 10-acre portion of the Manning Pit has been recently reclaimed and rezoning is anticipated late 2024. 5th Cycle Program 15: Housing for Extremely Low-Income Households New Housing for extremely low-income households in support of RHNA requirements Annual outreach to developers & prioritize local funding twice during planning period
in 2023, no extremely low income homes were developed.
5th Cycle Program 16: Fair Housing Program Referrals at resident request Ongoing This information is provided when requested by residents. 5th Cycle Program 16a: Reasonable Accomodation
Referrals at resident request Ongoing This information is provided when requested by residents. 5th Cycle Program 17: Units at Risk of Converting to Market Rate Ensure tenants of Las Casitas meet affordable income restrictions Annual recertification In 2023, one unit was converted to market rate. 5th Cycle Program 18: Provision of Land Zoned for Multiple-Family Housing N/A Land survey within 5 yrs of H.E. adoption
Stakeholder interviews and surveys that identified existing and potential land uses were performed in late 2020 in coordination with the preparation of the comprehensive Zoning Code update. Information from the 2017 land use survey was provided to the consultant preparing the zoning code update. .

Proposed 6th Cycle Program 1: Proactive residential Code Enforcement Modify the IMC to provide minimal standards for residential health and safety via regular upkeep. Monitor housing conditions; respond to complaints. Provide referrals to available rehabilitation programs through the County and State.

Modify IMC by December 2024; ongoing 2021-2029 Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification

Proposed 6th Cycle
Program 2: Create a local housing rehabilitation loan fund to assist lowerand moderate-income households. (Incorporates 5th Cycle Program 1) Monitor availability of funds as State NOFAs are released for rehabilitation project funding. Refer lower- and moderateincome property owners to housing rehab programs for assistance in bringing their units into compliance. Assist six lowerincome households with rehabilitating their units.

Monitor NOFAs annually and apply for funding whenever Irwindale is eligible; work with eligible households on an ongoing basis Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th Cycle Program 3: CEQA Exemptions for Infill Projects Continue to utilize categorical CEQA exemptions where appropriate, on a caseby-case basis. On-going Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification Proposed 6th Cycle Program 4: Facilitate adaptive reuse of commercial and industrial properties within 1/2 mile of transit to residential in compliance with new state law. (New; incorporates 5th Cycle Program 7) Promote adaptive reuse to property owners and interested developers at least one time during the Planning Period. Remove potential constraints for adaptive reuses such as streamline review/approval process and reducing parking standards for sites within ½ mile of high-quality transit Amend IMC by December, 2024 and conduct outreach to non-residential property owners by December, 2025.

Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th Cycle Program 5: Efficient Project review – permit streamlining program Modify IMC to enable more by right/ministerial approvals and thus remove governmental restraints to housing production.

Amend IMC by December, 2024 Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification

Proposed 6th Cycle
Program 6: Zoning Code Amendments. Complete Zoning Code Amendments to address governmental constraints identified in the Housing Needs Assessment (New): (a) The Density Bonus regulations have not been updated to comply with AB 2345, which went into effect in 2021, which requires that local jurisdictions allow for density bonuses of up to 50 percent for affordable housing projects and relaxes standards for granting additional concessions and incentives to facilitate affordable housing projects. Review and align the City’s density bonus provisions with State law. (b) The Zoning Code does not include
(a) Review and align the city’s density bonus provisions with State law(b) Amend the zoning code to conform to these requirements, including provide permit streamlining for permanent supportive housing consistent with GC Section 65650 et. seq.(c) Amend the IMC to include a section for low barrier navigation centers and identify a zone(s)(d) Create objective design standards(e) Update City website to provide accessible links on Housing(f) Amend the IMC parking requirements to facilitate emergency shelters Amend IMC to remedy governmental constraints by December, 2024 Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th Cycle Program 7: Mixed-Use Development. Create new standards and add to IMC, providing for ministerial approval. (Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing) Revise IMC to develop objective design standards that allow for ministerial approvals for mixed-use residential projects.

Adopt mixed-use zoning with objective design standards by December, 2024 Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification

Proposed 6th Cycle
Program 8: Rezone Targeted Housing Sites. Apply an affordable housing overlay on sites identified in the Housing Sites Inventory and provide for by-right approval for projects with at least 20% affordable units. (Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing) (Incorporates 5th Cycle Programs 6, 14, and 18).

Modify IMC to make more by right/ministerial approvals and remove governmental restraints to housing production. Ensure adequate sites to accommodate 6th Cycle RHNA with at least a 25% overall buffer.

Adopt affordable housing overlay zoning to fully accommodate the 6th Cycle RHNA by December, 2024
Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th Cycle Program 9: Monitor Housing Sites for No Net Loss On an ongoing basis, monitor development of housing element sites to support meeting the RHNA. Performance evaluation to fully accommodate the RHNA. If deficit, then initiate program to provide for additional sites to fully accommodate the remaining RHNA within six months.

Ongoing Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th
Cycle
Program 10: Arrow Hwy Commercial Corridor Specific Plan. Adopt new Specific Plan with potential mixed use and/or housing development.

Create a Specific Plan to include 20% affordable housing units.

Complete Specific Plan by 2028 Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification Proposed 6th Cycle Program 11: General Plan Consistency (Incorporates 5th Cycle Program 13) Amend zoning and general plan designations to be consistent with each other, decrease non-conformity, and allow residents to take advantage of housing legislation to increase housing stock in the city.

Complete General Plan Amendments by July, 2025; On-going Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th Cycle Program 12: Facilitate housing development on large sites Engage the owner of the Reliance II site in discussions about the best location witthin the site for a residential overlay and work with the owner to process a subdivision or lot-line adjustment to establish a parcel smaller than ten acres in size that will facilitate affordable housing development. Encourage the owner to pursue affordable housing development by facilitating conversations with potential affordable housing developers.

Engage ownerwithin six months of Housing Element Certification; process subdivision or lot line adjustment to create site smaller than 10 acres by December, 2025; facilitate entitlements and encourage housing development by December 2027.

Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification

Proposed 6th Cycle
Program 13: Leverage Allen Street Site for Affordable Housing Resources Secure a development partner for Allen Street site and direct disposition proceeds to Affordable Housing Fund Issue RFP for developer by January, 2025; execute development and dispostion agreement by December, 2026.

Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th
Cycle
Program 14: Create an affordable housing linkage fee program to generate local funds to support affordable housing, including, but not limited to down payment assistance
Provide an assistance fund for qualified affordable housing participants; Affordable Housing Fund monies to assist at least one affordable housing project with at least eight units affordable to lower-income households during the Planning Period.

Adopted commercial linkage fee program November, 2023; collect linkage fees on an ongoing basis; issue NOFAs for use of linkage fee money bi-annually Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th Cycle
Program 15: Tenant-based Rental Assistance Programs for Extremely Low Income Households. Include SFR and ADUs with vouchers. (Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing) (Incorporates 5th Cycle Program 15)
Create outreach information to provide owners regarding renting to Section 8 recipients. Include explanation on what Section 8 is. Create interest list. Create waiting list for Section 8 vouchers.

Conduct outreach to residential property owners by June, 2025 and establish owner interest list and prospective tenant interest lists by June, 2025; maintain up-to-date lists on an ongoing basis. Provide technical assistance on an as-requested basis.

Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th
Cycle
Program 16: Affordable ADU Incentive Program (Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing) (Incorporates 5th Cycle Program 8)
Utilize Affordable Housing Fund monies to create reduced fee program to incentivize creation of at least four ADUs affordable to very low- or low-income households. Link back to Program 15.

Amend ADU Ordinance within six months of Housing Element Adoption Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th Cycle Program 17: Create ADU Templates and Track and Monitor Accessory Dwelling Units (Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing) Streamline and facilitate the development of ADUs by creating preapproved templates for ADU plans. Community outreach once template and application streamline are in place.

Adopt pre-approved ADU templates by December, 2025; ongoing review and monitoring of ADUs; conduct outreach to Irwindale homeowners to inform them of the program by July, 2026.

Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th Cycle Program 18: State Action Ordinances
Create new IMC chapter that references and incorporates future updates to State requirements, to streamline Municipal Code modifications Adopt new IMC chapter by June, 2025 Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification Proposed 6th Cycle Program 19: Senior Housing opportunities Actively pursue senior housing opportunities to create at least six new housing units for lower-income seniors, including developer partnership to provide funding for a senior housing.

Create one new senior housing project by the end of the Planning Period Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification

Proposed 6th Cycle
Program 20: Housing Opportunities for Persons Living with Disabilities. Ensure equitable housing in the community (Affirmatively Further Fair Housing) Coordinate with relevant organizations to publicize information on resources. Pursue Private/County/State funds for supportive housing in affordable housing projects. Amend the Code regarding reasonable accommodations.

Coordinate with relevant organizations by December, 2024; amend Code by June, 2025; pursue funds annually or as NOFAs are released Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th Cycle Program 21: Fair Housing Program/Outreach (Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing) (Incorporates 5th Cycle Program 16) Conduct outreach campaigns two times during the Planning Period by mailing multilingual flyers to all Irwindale residential addresses and in conjunction with business license renewals, encourage businesses to distribute flyers to employees Conduct outreach campaigns in 2024 and 2027
Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th Cycle Program 22: Provide a variety of housing types per SB 330 and SB 35 for streamlined ministerial approval process.

Establish objective development standards and a preliminary application process for qualifying affordable housing projects Establish objective development standards by December, 2024 Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th Cycle Program 23: Workforce Housing Development Create a definition for Workforce Housing and income level. Through Government bonds, acquire at least eight market-rate apartments to convert to affordable units for middle income households earning 80% to 120% AMI. Join CSDA Update IMC to define workforce housing by December 2025; apply deed restrictions to one multifamily property by end of planning period Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th Cycle Program 24: Affordable Housing Development Assistance and Implementation Guide Create a pamphlet and webpage including resources available and general information about affordable housing assistance and its implementation.

Create pamphlet and webpage by December 2024; update on an ongoing basis Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th Cycle Program 25: Provide housing and reasonable accommodations for seniors and persons with disabilities (Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing) (Incorporates 5th Cycle Program 16a) Subsidize at least eight units of senior housing during the Planning Period. Update four units for ADA compliance. Provide reasonable accommodations on an ongoing basis.

On-going; apply for grants annually or as NOFAs become available.

Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification
Proposed 6th Cycle Program 26: Homeless Service Strategy Implement City’s Homeless Plan. Coordinate with the SGVCOG and LAHSA. Assist at least four persons during the Housing Element Planning Period.

On-going Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification

Proposed 6th Cycle
Program 27: Arrow Highway Specific Plan
Encourage mixed-use development and provide opportunities to develop emergency shelters by-right in a zoning district that also allows residential development.

Complete specific Plan by July, 2026. Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification Proposed 6th
Cycle
Program 28: Grants for Green appliances, solar, sustainability/ Energy Conservation (Incorporates 5th Cycle Programs 9 and 10)
Assist 5 lower- income households. Establish grant program by December 2025; On-going Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification Proposed 6th Cycle
Program 28: Promote sustainable community design and reduced dependence on vehicles to create an inclusive community that strives to meet the needs of residents of all ages, income levels, occupations, family types, and lifestyles
Provide City’s adopted Active Transportation Plan to developers and require new developments to provide for the use of alternative modes of transit. 100 percent of new developments will comply with provisions of Active Transportation Plan.

On-going Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification Proposed 6th Cycle Program 30: Bi-annual trash and hazardous item pick-up (motor oil, paint, cleaners with acid/lye, household batteries) Coordinate with local trash purveyor/LA County Sanitation District for bi-annual pickup By December 2025 Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification Proposed 6th Cycle Program 31: Priority Water and Sewer Connections for Affordable Housing Development (Incorporates 5th Cycle Program 5) Upon certification, provide a copy of the Housing Element to local water and sewer providers with a cover letter explaining the State requirement to provide priority to affordable housing developments.

Within 14 business days of receipt of Housing Element Certification Pending Housing Element Adoption/Certification

Jurisdiction Irwindale ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting
Period 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation
Planning 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
Description of
Commercial
Development Bonus
Commercial Development Bonus
Date Approved
34 APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Very Low
Income
Low
Income
Moderate
Income
Above Moderate
Income
Description of
Commercial
Development Bonus
Commercial Development Bonus
Date Approved
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Units Constructed as Part of Agreement
Commercial Development Bonus Approved pursuant to GC Section 65915.7 Table E
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Project Identifier
1 2
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
(CCR Title 25 §6202)

Jurisdiction Irwindale ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting Period 2024
(
31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Planning Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
The description should adequately document how each unit complies with subsection (c) of Government Code Section 65583.1+.

For detailed reporting requirements, see the chcklist here:

Extremely LowIncome+ Very Low- Income+ Low-Income+ TOTAL UNITS+ Extremely Low- Income+ Very Low- Income+ Low-Income+ TOTAL UNITS+ https://www.hcd.ca.gov/community- development/docs/adequate-sites-checklist.pdf Rehabilitation ActivityPreservation of Units At-RiskAcquisition of UnitsMobilehome Park PreservationTotal Units by Income Table F
Please note this table is optional: The jurisdiction can use this table to report units that have been substantially rehabilitated, converted from non-affordable to affordable by acquisition, and preserved, including mobilehome park preservation, consistent with the standards set forth in Government Code section 65583.1, subdivision (c). Please note, motel, hotel, hostel rooms or other structures that are converted from non-residential to residential units pursuant to Government Code section 65583.1(c)(1)(D) are considered net-new housing units and must be reported in Table A2 and not reported in Table F.

Activity Type
Units that Do Not Count Towards RHNA+
Listed for Informational Purposes Only
Units that Count Towards RHNA +
Note - Because the statutory requirements severely limit what can be counted, please contact HCD at [email protected] and we will unlock the form which enable you to populate these fields.

Units Rehabilitated, Preserved and Acquired for Alternative Adequate Sites pursuant to Government Code section 65583.1(c)

Jurisdiction Irwindale ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Reporting Period 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulasPlanning Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029 Notes
23 6
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit
Category
(2 to 4,5+)
Tenure
R=Renter
Very LowIncome
Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
Low- Income Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Total Moderate Income
Units Converted from
Above Moderate
Date
Converted Notes
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 00 0 0 0 0 0 0
Table F2
Above Moderate Income Units Converted to Moderate Income Pursuant to Government Code section 65400.2 For up to 25 percent of a jurisdiction’s moderate-income regional housing need allocation, the planning agency may include the number of units in an existing multifamily building that were converted to deed-restricted rental housing for moderate-income households by the imposition of affordability covenants and restrictions for the unit. Before adding information to this table, please ensure housing developments meet the requirements described in Government Code 65400.2(b). 5 Project Identifier Unit Types
1 4
Affordability by Household Incomes After Conversion Units credited toward Moderate Income RHNA

Jurisdiction Irwindale
Reporting Period 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029 ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Housing Element Implementation
23 4
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Realistic
Capacity
Identified in
the Housing
Element
Entity to whom the site
transferred Intended Use for Site
1 Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Note: "+" indicates an optional fieldCells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Table G
Locally Owned Lands Included in the Housing Element Sites Inventory that have been sold, leased, or otherwise disposed of Project Identifier
NOTE: This table must only be filled out if the housing element sites inventory contains a site which is or was owned by the reporting jurisdiction, and has been sold, leased, or otherwise disposed of during the reporting

Jurisdiction Irwindale Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting Period 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
Designation Size Notes
1 2 34 5 6 7
APN Street Address/Intersection Existing Use Number of Units Surplus Designation Parcel Size (in acres) Notes 8417-034-912 5100 Allen Drive Vacant 0 Exempt Surplus Land 10 Included in the sites inventory for the 6th cycle. 6 of the 10 acres proposed for residential housing.

NOTE: This table must contain an invenory of ALL surplus/excess lands the reporting jurisdiction owns Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Parcel Identifier

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
Table H
Locally Owned Surplus Sites
For Los Angeles County jurisdictions, please format the APN's as follows:9999-999-999

Jurisdiction Irwindale ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Period 2024
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31) Housing Element Implementation
Planning Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029
Project Type Date
Units
(Beds/Student
Capacity) Granted
Notes
23 5 6
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Unit Category
(SH - Student Housing) Date
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Total Additional
Beds Created Due
to Density Bonus
Notes
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
Table J
Student housing development for lower income students for which was granted a density bonus pursuant to subparagraph (F) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (b) of Section 65915 Project Identifier Units (Beds/Student Capacity) Approved 1 4
NOTE: STUDENT HOUSING WITH DENSITY BONUS
ONLY. This table only needs to be completed if there
were student housing projects WITH a density bonus
approved pursuant to Government Code65915(b)(1)(F)

Jurisdiction Irwindale ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Period 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)Planning Period 6th Cycle 10/15/2021 - 10/15/2029 No Does the Jurisdiction have a local tenant preference policy? If the jurisdiction has a local tenant preference policy, provide a link to the jurisdiction's webpage containing authorizing local ordinance and supporting materials.

Notes
Table K
Tenant Preference Policy
Local governments are required to inform HCD about any local tenant preference ordinance the local government maintains when the jurisdiction submits their annual progress report on housing approvals and production, per Government Code 7061 (SB 649, 2022, Cortese). Effective January 1, 2023, local governments adopting a tenant preference are required to create a webpage on their internet website containing authorizing local ordinance and supporting materials, no more than 90 days after the ordinance becomes operational.

N/A
N/A

Jurisdiction Irwindale
Reporting Year 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Total Award Amount Total award amount is auto-populated based on amounts entered in rows 15-26.

Task $ Amount Awarded $ Cumulative Reimbursement Requested Other Funding Notes Summary of entitlements, building permits, and certificates of occupancy (auto-populated from Table A2) Current Year
Deed Restricted 0Non-Deed Restricted 0Deed Restricted 0Non-Deed Restricted 0Deed Restricted 0Non-Deed Restricted 0 00 Current Year
Deed Restricted 0Non-Deed Restricted 0Deed Restricted 0Non-Deed Restricted 0Deed Restricted 0Non-Deed Restricted 0 00 Current Year
Deed Restricted 0Non-Deed Restricted 0Deed Restricted 0Non-Deed Restricted 0Deed Restricted 0Non-Deed Restricted 0 00 Moderate
Above Moderate
Total Units
Completed Entitlement Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Above Moderate
Total Units
Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Very Low
Low
Total Units
Certificate of Occupancy Issued by Affordability Summary Income Level
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Above Moderate

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Local Early Action Planning (LEAP) Reporting
(CCR Title 25 §6202)
Please update the status of the proposed uses listed in the entity’s application for funding and the corresponding impact on housing within the region or jurisdiction, as applicable, categorized based on the eligible uses specified in Section 50515.02 or 50515.03, as applicable.
$ -
Task Status

Item #19.E.

Date: March 26, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: Annual General Plan Progress Report
City Manager's Recommendation:

Receive and file the 2024 Annual General Plan Progress Report and authorize staff to submit the report to the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).

Administrative Action:

Submitted by:

Marilyn Simpson, AICP, Community Development
Director
Prepared by:

Mario Arellano, Associate Planner
Electronically Approved
Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager

Background and Analysis:

Starting in 2019, State law requires the City to submit a General Plan Annual Progress Report (APR), pursuant to Government Code Section §65400, that Charter and General Law cities submit an Annual Progress Report (APR) on the status of the General Plan, and the progress of its implementation, to the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) by April 1 of each year. The purpose of the report is to provide information to help citizens and City officials gauge progress towards achieving the City’s stated goals and objectives.

California State law requires each city and county to adopt a comprehensive, long-term general plan to guide the physical development of the incorporated city. A General Plan is the foundation for local land use planning and provides a vision for a jurisdiction's foreseeable planning period. The general plan translates the community's long-range vision into goals, objectives, and policies for the future distribution of land uses, both public and private. In essence, a city's General Plan serves as the blueprint for future growth and development. As a blueprint for the future, the plan must contain policies and programs designed to provide decision makers for land use related decisions. The General Plan policies govern all city council, planning commission, and administrative decisions regarding zoning, subdivisions, and land use decisions.

This APR satisfies that requirement by providing an overview of the Irwindale General Plan implementation in calendar year 2024. Information regarding City-wide plans and projects are provided in the APR, including the Non-Motorized Active Transportation Plan and Design Guidelines that implements the City’s Infrastructure Element and the Comprehensive Zoning Code Update which will implement the City’s General Plan and Housing Element policies and programs, as well as facilitate development in accordance with the Community Development Element that guides land use development. Information has also been provided for the Safety Element and new Environmental Justice Element that is being prepared as part of the General Plan update to comply with the State Housing Element Law. The APR also includes information on the adopted specific plans, each of which implement the goals and objectives of the Irwindale General Plan. Each specific plan individually addresses policies related to safety, noise, resource management, and economic development.

The APR also provides a snapshot of the adoption and/or update of each General Plan element. Staff has retained the consultant services of Environmental Science Associates (ESA) to update the Housing Element, Safety Element, and create the new Environmental Justice Element. All other elements will be modified as needed to be consistent with these updated elements. The 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress is being prepared separately, but information regarding the 6th Cycle Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) has been included for reference in the document.

Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report and authorize staff to submit the report to the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).

Fiscal Impact:

There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

Attachments:

1. 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report Final

Community Development Department
5050 N. Irwindale Avenue
Irwindale, CA 91706
626-430-2208
2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
City of Irwindale

2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
Table of Contents
Introduction................................................................................................................................................1 Background ...............................................................................................................................................2 Community Development Department Efforts................................................................................4 General Plan Amendments and Updates ........................................................................................7 Ordinance Amendments........................................................................................................................9 Housing Element and Needs .............................................................................................................10

2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
1 Introduction
Starting in 2019, State law requires the City to submit a General Plan Annual Progress Report (APR), pursuant to Government Code Section §65400, that Charter and General Law cities submit an Annual Progress Report (APR) on the status of the General Plan, and the progress of its implementation, to the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (OPR) and the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) by April 1 of each year. Irwindale is a Charter city. The purpose of the report is to provide information to help citizens and City officials gauge progress towards achieving the City’s stated goals and objectives.

California State law requires each city and county to adopt a comprehensive, long-term General Plan to guide the physical development of the incorporated city and any land outside of the city boundaries that bears a relationship to its planning activities. A General Plan is the foundation for local land use planning and provides a vision for a jurisdiction's foreseeable planning period. The General Plan translates the community's long-range vision into goals, objectives, and policies for the future distribution of land uses, both public and private. In essence, a city's General Plan serves as the blueprint for future growth and development. As a blueprint for the future, the plan must contain policies and programs designed to facilitate land use related decisions for decision makers. The General Plan is the official statement of policies governing all City Council, Planning Commission, and administrative decisions regarding zoning, subdivisions, and land use decisions.

This APR satisfies that requirement by providing an overview of the Irwindale General Plan implementation in calendar year 2024. The 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress is being prepared separately.

2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
2 Background
State law requires that the City’s General Plan contain seven elements: Land Use, Circulation, Housing, Safety, Noise, Conservation, and Open Space. State law also allows the City to adopt any additional elements that the City deems necessary. As of most recent the Environmental Justice Element is being prepared as part of the update to comply with the State Housing Element Law. The Safety Element will be updated along with the Housing Element update. The City Irwindale has adopted a General Plan to provide for comprehensive, long-range policy guidelines for future development that is tailored to the City’s vision and complies with State regulations.

The Irwindale General Plan, adopted in 2008, consists of an integrated and internally consistent set of policies and programs that address the seven issue areas that the State requires local General Plans to consider: land use, circulation, housing, noise, safety, conservation, and open space. In addition, the General Plan addresses other issues of concern to the community, including economic development, urban design, and recreation. The Irwindale General Plan consists of six elements that comply with the requirements of California Government Code Section 65300, et. seq.

The elements that comprise the City of Irwindale General Plan include the following:
●The Community Development Element designates the general distribution and intensity of land use and development contemplated within the land area governed by the General Plan. This element complies with the State requirements for a land use element. The scope of the element has also been expanded to include issues related to urban design and economic development.
●The Housing Element details plans and programs for the rehabilitation of existing housing, and the development of new housing to accommodate future demand. ●The Infrastructure Element identifies the location and extent of existing and proposed streets and roadways, intersection improvements, public transit facilities, railroads, transportation terminals, and other transportation facilities. This element complies with the State requirements for a Circulation Element.
●The Resource Management Element indicates the City’s policies concerning the conservation and preservation of important natural and man-made resources. This element complies with the State requirements for a conservation element and an open space element. The scope of this element has also been expanded to consider issues related to mining and parks and recreation.

2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
3 ●The Public Safety Element identifies the City’s policy relative to the reduction and mitigation of natural and man-made hazards as a means to improve the safety of its citizens. This element complies with the state requirements for both a noise element and a safety element.
●The Implementation Element details the programs that will be effective in ensuring that the policies and plans contained in the City of Irwindale General Plan become reality.
●The Environmental Justice Element identifies locations in Irwindale that are disproportionately burdened by environmental hazards, pollution, and health risks.

The General Plan will guide the City’s development as the 21st century progresses; a century that promises both new opportunities as well as unforeseen challenges. ●The City is now recognized as an important center of commerce and industry in the San Gabriel Valley.
●The City’s history and development patterns have been shaped, in large measure, by the numerous quarries that have historically operated in the City. The primary issue that is addressed in this General Plan is how these areas will be used in the coming decades.
●This General Plan establishes patterns of land use and development that promotes the maintenance of the established residential neighborhoods, while at the same time, accommodating future growth.

2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
4 Community Development Department Efforts
Community Development Policies: The focus is on the following three major issue areas:
• The City’s commitment to comprehensive land use planning; • The City’s commitment in continuing its pursuit of economic development; and, • The City’s continued commitment in promoting quality urban design as a means to make Irwindale a more desirable place to live, work, and invest.

City-wide Plans/Projects:

Non-Motorized Active Transportation Plan and Design Guidelines (Plan) • Adopted May 2021. The Plan advances Irwindale’s vision for a network of walkable neighborhoods and a safe, sustainable, well-maintained circulation system as outlined in the City’s General Plan Infrastructure Element that serves as the Circulation Element and other adopted area plans.
• Primary criteria developed for pedestrian and bicycle recommendations include:
• Provides direct access to key destinations in Irwindale. • Implements recommendations in adjacent and/or regional pedestrian and bicycle plans.
• Improves safety and access for all.
• Incorporates multi-modal infrastructure in growth areas. • Connects to regional infrastructure (bicycle criteria only). • Connects to bikeways in adjacent jurisdictions (bicycle criteria only). • Incorporating best practices in engineering design.
• Expediting the implementation and evaluation of projects to continue to improve the quality and safety of non-motorized infrastructure in Irwindale. • The Vincent Community Bikeways Project (LA County PW Project):
• This project implemented elements in the Non-Motorized Active Transportation Plan. The project enhanced bicycle access by adding bike lanes, trails, and crossings along a 4-mile corridor, which includes the Big Dalton Wash, Unincorporated Los Angeles County, and the Cities of Irwindale, West Covina, and Azusa. The project scope consisted of new bike lanes, signing and striping modifications, bike ramps on Irwindale Ave, and a new signalized bike crossing/crosswalk on Vincent Avenue at the Big Dalton Wash.

2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
5 Comprehensive Zoning Code Update
• The project consists of a proposed comprehensive update to Title 17, Zoning, of the Irwindale Municipal Code to eliminate constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing pursuant to Government Code Section 65583(c)(3); implement the City’s General Plan and Housing Element policies and programs; incorporate changes to State law and reflect recent case law; better define land uses, regulations, exceptions, and improve usability of the Zoning Code; address zoning districts in accordance with the General Plan Land Use Element; facilitate development and redevelopment; and remedy imperfect code amendments and map errors.
• On February 19, 2025, the City of Irwindale Planning Commission voted to adopt the resolution recommending that the City Council consider and adopt the Comprehensive Zoning Code update. The Comprehensive Zoning Code update was scheduled for City Council consideration for March 26, 2025.

Safety and Environmental Justice Programs for the Housing & General Plan Update • In conjunction with preparing the City’s Housing Element (HE), the General Plan Safety Element and new Environmental Justice Element is being prepared as part of the update to comply with the State Housing Element Law. The Safety Element will be updated along with the HE update. The Environmental Justice Element is a new General Plan element that is now required by State Law. • The Safety Element addresses potential risks to life and property resulting from naturally occurring hazards, such as earthquakes and floods, and man-made hazards, such as air pollution and contamination of water quality. The Safety Element also identifies public safety providers such as law enforcement and emergency preparedness and response teams. It also identifies locations in Irwindale where certain land uses may be inappropriate due to potential risks and hazards.
• The Environmental Justice Element identifies locations in Irwindale that are disproportionately burdened by environmental hazards, pollution, and health risks.

This Element also examines and evaluates the specific environmental, social, and health challenges faced by these areas, highlighting the disparities and inequities present.
• Both the Safety and Environmental Justice Elements will have programs that are intended to provide solutions and remedies to help mitigate matters that affect the safety, equality, and fairness of the Irwindale community.

2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
6 2024 Development Projects:
1200 live Oak Avenue
• The SC Fuels fueling station was constructed and finalized at Park at Live Oak.

The SC Fuels fueling station was constructed at the corner Live Oak Avenue and Arrow Highway. The site was a former sand and gravel quarry remediated to develop a 78.3-acre business park with a blend of both industrial and commercial uses.
5100 Allen Drive
• The 10-acre parcel, formerly part of the Manning Pit (Site No. 3) was a portion of the 34-acre former aggregate mining pit. The property was purchased by the dissolved Irwindale Community Redevelopment Agency in 2007 and intended for future redevelopment including residential and non-residential land uses. The Manning Pit was sold and is currently privately owned, however the remaining 10 acres remain owned by the City. Six of the Ten acres have been designated for residential use in the Housing Element of the General Plan.

City of Hope
• The City of Hope recently constructed a ±25,000 square-foot Central Utility Plant to serve the City of Hope hospital. The project was planned as part of the implementation of the City of Hope’s Master Facility Plan intended to serve current and future needs of the hospital. The project site comprises of approximately 1.84 acres (project site) of a 9.4-acre parcel within the City of Hope campus and is currently improved as a paved parking lot.

Irwindale Park Improvements Project
• The scope of work for this project was to upgrade the ADA accessibility and compliance throughout the park (walkways, picnic tables and benches), renovate and reconstruct two (2) restroom facilities, renovate and reconstruct one (1) picnic facility. The improvements also consisted of installing one (1) new picnic shelter, upgrade amenities (horseshoe pit, cornhole pits, bbq grills, lighting) and rehabilitate the landscape and irrigation in the north and southeast sections of the Irwindale Park.

2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
7 General Plan Amendments and Updates
Table 2: General Plan Elements, year of adoption or latest update General Plan Element Year Adopted or Updated
Housing 2013 – Currently being updated.

Community Development Element 2008 – Ensuring consistency with Housing Element update.

Infrastructure Element 2008
Resource Management Element 2008
Public Safety Element 2008 – Concurrent update with the Housing Element.

Implementation Element 2008
Environmental Justice
This new Element is currently being
written and included with the Housing
and Safety Element updates.

Table 1
Irwindale General Plan and California’s Mandated Elements Irwindale General Plan
Elements
State of California Mandated Elements
Land Use Housing Circulation
Open
Space
Conservation Safety Noise
Community Development ●
Housing ●
Infrastructure ●
Resource Management ● ●
Public Safety ● ●
Implementation ● ● ● ● ● ● ●

2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
8 The State has adopted several amendments to Government Code §65302 that has added new statutory requirements to the required Elements of the General Plan or in General Plan APRs as follows:

SB 379 – Adopted 2015
Requires the Safety Element to include a climate change vulnerability assessment, measures to address vulnerability, and comprehensive hazard mitigation and emergency response strategies. The climate change vulnerability assessment will be included in the Safety Element update currently in-progress.

SB 1000 – Adopted 2016
Requires either a separate new Environmental Justice Element (EJ) or related goals, policies, and objectives integrated into other Elements, if the jurisdiction has a disadvantaged community according to the Office of Environmental Health Hazard Assessment’s CalEnviroScreen tool. The City of Irwindale has been identified as a designated disadvantaged community and the City is incorporating Environmental Justice related goals, policies, and objectives integrated into the EJ Element and all future General Plan Element updates. The City’s currently inprogress Housing Element update includes programs for Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing and new actions intended to expand housing opportunities for lowerincome households, persons with special needs, and other protected classes.

SB 1425 – Adopted 2022
Requires an Open Space Element update by January 1, 2026. This bill requires the Open Space Element to include plans and action programs that address climate resilience, ensuring consistency with the Safety Element. Staff anticipates the updated Open Space Element will be completed by January 1, 2026.

SB 6 – Adopted 2022
Existing law requires that the Housing Element include, among other things, an inventory of land suitable and available for residential development. A suitable sites inventory has been included in the City’s proposed Housing Element that is currently in-progress.

2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
9 Ordinance Amendments
Approved Specific Plans:

1. Reliance II Specific Plan: Adopted by Initiative November 2017 that included an Amendment to the General Plan. The initiative amended Section 2 of the Community Development Element, including Table 2-7, various subsections of the Resource Management Element, including Table 5-3, the Mining Plan, the Zoning Code for Improved Consistency & Reclamation Guidance section of the Resource Management Element, including Table 5-3, the Implementation Programs section of the Implementation Element, and select maps of the General Plan. Municipal Code Amendments were also approved, including new Section 17.08.466.

Reliance II Specific Plan implements the Land Use Planning policy of the General Plan with the transition of a former quarry to a business park with commercial and industrial uses to enhance the City’s livability and economic base for future generations. This Specific Plan provides for street and intersection improvements in compliance with the Infrastructure Element to meet current and future service demands. It also provides for safe and efficient circulation in the City.

2. City of Hope Specific Plan: Adopted May 2018. The campus is located in two jurisdictions: Irwindale and Duarte. It provides a comprehensive framework for the long-term growth and development of the entire 116-acre medical research campus. The Specific Plan promotes comprehensive development as opposed to piecemeal and incremental planning. The Specific Plan was designed to help City of Hope implement its long-term vision for the site, while meeting the community-wide goals of the Cities of Irwindale and Duarte.

3. Park at Live Oak Specific Plan: Adopted February 2020. The Specific Plan provides a comprehensive framework for the development of the 78.3-acre business park. It is designed to implement a long-term vision for the site to meet the community goals to make productive use of a remediated former sand and gravel quarry, provide jobs, commercial opportunities, and implement the goals of the City’s General Plan. This Specific Plan provides for street and intersection improvements, as well as safe and efficient circulation on the City’s roadways. The business park has a mix of industrial and commercial uses that will provide jobs and revenue for the community.

2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
10 Housing Element and Needs
The Irwindale Community Development Department is updating the Housing Element of the General Plan, with anticipated completion and adoption of the General Plan Amendment in 2024. The update will incorporate policies on environmental justice that are being identified in the Environmental Justice Element. This update on the element is additionally focused on housing policies centered on racial and social equity, in addition to state mandated goals of Affirmatively Furthering Fair Housing and ensuring sufficient sites and zoning to meet Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) requirements.

The 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report includes a summary of the City’s progress towards meeting its RHNA goal for the calendar year of 2024. The City’s annual housing element progress report, prepared using the form provided by HCD, is being submitted separately.

As part of the 2021 and 2029 planning period, the City’s required goal is to provide 119 affordable units divided into the following four (4) categories:
• Very-low Income Units: 36
• Low Income Units: 11
• Moderate Income Units: 17
• Above-moderate Income Units: 55

Item #19.F.

Date: March 26, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: Approval of the Catch Basin Retrofit Agreement with Los Angeles County Flood Control District (LACFCD)
City Manager's Recommendation:
(1) Approve the Catch Basin Retrofit Agreement with Los Angeles County Flood Control District (LACFCD); and (2) authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement upon approval.

Administrative Action:

Submitted / Prepared by:

Eddie Chan, Director of Engineering/Building Official
Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager

Background and Analysis:

In accordance with the 2021 Los Angeles County Municipal Separate Storm Sewer System (MS4) National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) Permit (R4-2021-0105), the City of Irwindale is required to comply with the Los Angeles River Watershed Trash Total Maximum Daily Load (TMDL) limit.

To meet this requirement, the City has implemented Full Capture Systems (FCS) in all of its catch basins within the Los Angeles River Watershed, except for one (1) LA County Flood Control District (LACFCD) catch basin that currently without an FCS for trash debris. To achieve full compliance with the Los Angeles River Watershed trash TMDL requirements, this remaining catch basin must be retrofitted.

The City is in the process of applying for a construction permit with LACFCD to install an FCS at this location. As part of the permit process, the City must also enter into a Catch Basin Retrofit Agreement with LACFCD to establish operation and maintenance responsibilities. Executing this agreement is a necessary step to install the FCS and ensure compliance with the City’s MS4 NPDES permit.

Fiscal Impact:

No fiscal impact for executing the Catch Basin Retrofit Agreement with LACFD.

Attachments:

1. CBRP Agreement

2. • Attachment A - Irwindale Catch Basin without an FCS

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AGREEMENT NO. ___________

AGREEMENT
(Option 2)
This AGREEMENT is entered into by and between the LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT, a body corporate and politic (hereinafter referred to as the LACFCD), and the City of __________, a municipal corporation (hereinafter referred to as CITY).

RECITALS
WHEREAS, State Water Resources Control Board has promulgated waterquality regulations, including a Statewide Trash Amendment, applicable to cities located in the San Gabriel River Watershed; and
WHEREAS, CITY desires to achieve compliance with the Statewide Trash Amendment by installing TRASH EXCLUDERS (as hereafter defined) within catch basins owned by the LACFCD, located within CITY streets; and WHEREAS, CITY will administer the procurement and installation of said TRASH EXCLUDERS. Once installed, the purpose of this agreement is to ensure that the City maintains the TRASH EXCLUDERS installed on catch basins owned by the LACFCD; NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants herein contained, the LACFCD and CITY hereto mutually agree as follows:
(1) DEFINITION:
a. TRASH EXCLUDER, as referred to in this AGREEMENT, shall mean any device, which partially blocks the opening or outlet of a catch basin to prevent trash from entering the storm drain system, including Automatic Retractable Screen devices (ARS) and Connector Pipe Screen devices (CPS).
(2) CITY AGREES AS FOLLOWS:
a. CITY shall prepare a list of locations and other information for the TRASH EXCLUDERS that CITY proposes to install on LACFCD catch basins, in a form prescribed by the LACFCD. Once completed by the CITY, the list shall be attached hereto as Exhibit A, and be incorporated herein as if set forth in full.
b. CITY shall apply for and obtain a permit from the LACFCD for the installation of the TRASH EXCLUDERS identified on Exhibit A.

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c. Upon completion of the installation of the TRASH EXCLUDERS in accordance with the terms and conditions of the permit from the LACFCD, CITY shall provide to the LACFCD an updated Exhibit A as necessary, to reflect any differences between the proposed and the as-built conditions.

Once approved by the LACFCD, the updated Exhibit A shall replace and supersede the prior Exhibit A.
d. CITY shall inspect all catch basins fitted with TRASH EXCLUDERS. If, during an inspection, CITY discovers damage to any catch basin other than damage to the TRASH EXCLUDER, CITY shall report said damage to the LACFCD within 14 calendar days from the date of the inspection. e. CITY shall maintain all TRASH EXCLUDERS so as to function properly during storm events and so as not to prevent storm flows from entering the catch basin. CITY shall promptly repair or replace damaged TRASH EXCLUDERS.
f. CITY shall remove all trash and debris from each catch basin fitted with a TRASH EXCLUDER at least once each year. CITY shall stencil the appropriate month and year of cleanout on each catch basin. g. CITY shall be authorized to remove the existing manhole covers as required to access the inside of the catch basins fitted with TRASH EXCLUDERS and shall reinstall the manhole covers wherever the catch basins are left unattended. If screws or bolts are damaged while removing the manhole covers, CITY shall replace the screws or bolts. CITY shall thoroughly clean all debris from the manhole frame and cover before reinstallation of the cover.
h. During storm events, CITY shall conduct a reasonable number of patrols of areas in which any TRASH EXCLUDERS have been installed to verify that all TRASH EXCLUDERS are functioning properly, and, if identified by CITY, shall relieve any instances of plugging of any catch basin fitted with a TRASH EXCLUDER.
i. CITY shall indemnify, defend, and hold the LACFCD and the County of Los Angeles, and their agents, officers, and employees, harmless from and against any and all claims, demands, liability, damages or costs arising from the breach by CITY of any obligation under this Agreement, or from the installation, operation or maintenance of any TRASH EXCLUDER.
j. Nothing in this AGREEMENT shall be construed as transferring liability or responsibility to the CITY for the LACFCD's obligations under the applicable NPDES Permit, or transferring liability or responsibility to the LACFCD for the CITY's obligations under the applicable NPDES Permit.

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k. CITY shall include the LACFCD within the protection of any indemnification clause contained in any ancillary contract relating to the maintenance of the TRASH EXCLUDERS.
(3) LACFCD AGREES AS FOLLOWS:
a. CITY is authorized to operate and maintain the TRASH EXCLUDERS on LACFCD-owned catch basins identified in Exhibit A.
b. LACFCD shall pay CITY the amount of $15.25 in 2012 dollars, adjusted annually according to the Consumer Price Index for all urban consumers in the Anaheim, Los Angeles, and Riverside areas, as published by the U.S. Government Bureau of Labor Statistics, per year, for each catch basin identified in Exhibit A. This amount represents the annual amount the LACFCD would otherwise have had to incur for removing trash and debris from the catch basins identified in Exhibit A, had CITY not installed TRASH EXCLUDERS in those catch basins.
(4) IT IS MUTUALLY UNDERSTOOD AND AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
a. The TRASH EXCLUDERS are the property of CITY. The LACFCD shall retain ownership of the catch basins, exclusive of the TRASH EXCLUDERS. City’s agreement to maintain the TRASH EXCLUDERS in the catch basins does not include any obligations to maintain any portion of the LACFCD’s stormdrain system downstream of the catch basins. b. CITY may, from time to time, with the consent of the LACFCD, install additional TRASH EXCLUDERS on or remove existing TRASH
EXCLUDERS from LACFCD-owned catch basins. Prior to installing any new TRASH EXCLUDER or removing any existing TRASH EXCLUDER, CITY shall apply for and obtain a permit from the LACFCD for the installation or removal. Upon completion of the installation or removal in accordance with the terms and conditions of the permit, CITY shall provide to the LACFCD an updated Exhibit A to reflect the additional or removed TRASH EXCLUDERS. Once approved by the LACFCD, the updated Exhibit A shall replace and supersede the prior Exhibit A. c. Termination
(i) CITY may request the LACFCD to perform the inspection and maintenance of the TRASH EXCLUDERS, or any of them, on
CITY's behalf. If the LACFCD, in its sole discretion, determines to do so, the parties shall enter into a new agreement providing for said inspection and maintenance by the LACFCD, on CITY's

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behalf. Upon the execution of the new agreement by both CITY and the LACFCD, this AGREEMENT shall be deemed terminated. (ii) CITY may unilaterally terminate this AGREEMENT without cause, in CITY’S sole discretion, at any time, by giving a thirty (30)-day prior written notice to the LACFCD. In the event this AGREEMENT is terminated, pursuant to this Section (4)b.(ii), the LACFCD may, in its sole discretion, provide CITY with a written notice to remove the TRASH EXCLUDERS or any of them, and restore the affected catch basin(s) to a condition similar to that which existed prior to installation of the TRASH EXCLUDERS. If the LACFCD provides CITY with such a notice, CITY shall complete all work required to comply with the notice within ninety (90) days. If CITY fails to do so, the LACFCD may, in its sole discretion, complete said work at CITY’S expense.
(iii) If CITY fails to comply with any of the terms or conditions of this AGREEMENT, the LACFCD may, in its sole discretion, terminate this AGREEMENT and provide CITY with a written notice to remove the TRASH EXCLUDERS, or any of them, and restore the catch basin(s) to a condition similar to or better than that which existed prior to installation of the TRASH EXCLUDERS. If the LACFCD provides CITY with such a notice, CITY shall complete all work required to comply with the notice within ninety (90) days. If CITY fails to do so, the LACFCD may, in its sole discretion, complete said work at CITY’S expense.
(iv) If the LACFCD removes any TRASH EXCLUDER pursuant to Sections (4)c.(ii) or (4)c.(iii), the LACFCD shall submit a billing invoice to CITY indicating the costs and expenses incurred by the LACFCD in connection with the removal of the TRASH
EXCLUDER, specifically including any work required to restore the affected catch basin to a condition similar to or better than that which existed prior to installation of the TRASH EXCLUDER, and CITY shall reimburse the LACFCD all such costs and expenses within thirty (30) days of the billing invoice.
d. The LACFCD is not responsible for assisting CITY with any regulatory compliance activities related to the operation or maintenance of the TRASH EXCLUDERS including, for example, conducting monitoring, weighing of trash, and reporting amounts of trash collected from inside catch basins where TRASH EXCLUDERS have been installed. e. Requests for Service coming to the LACFCD to clean any catch basin identified in Exhibit A will be forwarded to CITY for their prompt handling, action, and closure.

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f. The LACFCD may remove any TRASH EXCLUDER, if the LACFCD determines, in its reasonable discretion, that removal of the TRASH EXCLUDER is necessary to prevent or mitigate flooding of any public or private property. LACFCD shall notify CITY of removal as soon as possible upon identification of a potential flooding issue and preferably before removal if feasible. CITY expressly releases the LACFCD from, and waives, all claims for any damages, loss, costs, or expenses resulting from the LACFCD'S removal of any TRASH EXCLUDER pursuant to this section. In such case, CITY may thereafter reinstall the TRASH EXCLUDER only after first consulting with the LACFCD with regards to the reasons for the removal. If CITY thereafter chooses to reinstall the TRASH EXCLUDER, it must do so at its sole expense.
g. This AGREEMENT may be modified only by the mutual written consent of both parties.
h. This AGREEMENT contains the complete and final understanding of the parties in connection with the subject matter herein and shall supersede any and all previous contemporaneous oral or written agreements between the parties regarding said subject matter.
i. The provisions of this AGREEMENT shall be interpreted and enforced pursuant to the laws of the State of California.
j. Any correspondence, communication, or contact concerning this AGREEMENT, shall be directed to the following:

CITY OF __________:

Attn: __________
__________
__________ CA __________
Telephone: __________
Los Angeles County Flood Control District
Los Angeles County Public Works
Stormwater Planning Division, 11th Floor
900 South Fremont Avenue
Alhambra, CA 91803-1331
Attention: Assistant Deputy Director
Phone No.: (626) 458-4300
Fax: (626) 458-1526
For emergencies, contact 626-458-HELP (4337)

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The parties hereto have caused this AGREEMENT to be duly executed by their respective duly authorized officers on the dates indicated below.

LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD

CONTROL DISTRICT,
a body corporate and politic
By _____________________________

Date: ____________________
Chief Engineer
City of __________
By _____________________________ Date: ____________________

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By _____________________________
City Attorney

CITY OF IRWINDALE
No.

Device To Be
Installed

LACFCD CB
ID No.

Ownership Drain Name Street Name Nearest Cross Street Side of Street
CB Type
(SPPWC Std.)
Number
of Grates Sump
(Y/N)
CB Width
"W"
(ft)
Curb Face
Height "X"
(in)
"Y"
(V-X)
(in)
V Depth
(in) Notes Northing Easting
1 2167168 LACFCD BI 0025 S. MYRTLE AVE. 10.0 13.5 36.9 50.4 Some debris in CB. No CPS installed. http://dpw.lacounty.gov/fcd/stormdrain/disclaimer.cfm
EXHIBIT A: CITY PROVIDES THE FOLLOWING INFORMATION
Field Data
REV. 07-07-2016 Page 1 of 1
CPS S. CALIFORNIA AV SW 300-2 0 N 34.11630583 118.00169000

Item #19.G.

Date: March 26, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: An Agreement between the City of Irwindale and the Irwindale Community Foundation for Staff Services
City Manager's Recommendation:

That the Irwindale City Council Approve and authorize the Executive Director to execute the Agreement Between the City of Irwindale and the Irwindale Community Foundation for Staff Services, subject to City Attorney approval as to form, for the City to provide staff time to ICF in exchange for ICF funding of City programs.

Administrative Action:

Submitted / Prepared by:

Theresa Olivares, Assistant City Manager
Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager

Background and Analysis:

The Irwindale Community Foundation (“ICF”) is a non-profit organization whose mission is to provide support, services, and benefits that help the Irwindale community. Historically, the ICF has donated funds to the City on an annual basis, averaging $150,000 per year. The donated funds have been utilized to fund various events and programs organized by City departments, including Recreation, Aquatics, Library, Public Services, and the Senior Center.

The ICF will be hosting its first fundraising event in 2025 and requires personnel support to assist with the event. The ICF's virtual bingo event is scheduled for May 13, 2025, from 6 pm – 7 pm. The attached agreement has been prepared to memorialize the arrangement between the ICF and the City.

This agreement was approved by the Irwindale Community Foundation at its regularly scheduled meeting held on March 18, 2025.

The specifics of the personnel support, such as number of hours or positions and/or rates involved, are unknown at this time to estimate. Staff recommend that City Council authorize staff to conduct this one community benefit event as a test case study to determine staffing needs, supplies and/or equipment required, if any, to support these types of activities. The information ascertained will provide useful data in determining the fiscal impact and/or the dollar value contributed and/or received by such events.

Fiscal Impact:

The agreement lists $20,000 as an agreed value for personnel support. Since it is recommended to use this event as a case study for future fundraising events, the City will be conducting a financial analysis on the actual impact incurred by the City based on the positions involved, their hourly burden rate, plus any other fees listed in the City's Schedule of Fees and Services. This analysis will be used to assess the value and future financial impacts sustained and/or contributed towards an ICF event.

Attachments:

1. ICF Bingo Agreement

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AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IRWINDALE AND

IRWINDALE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR STAFF

SERVICES
This AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF IRWINDALE AND IRWINDALE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION FOR STAFF SERVICES (“Agreement”) is made and entered into this ____ day of _____, 2025 by and between the CITY OF IRWINDALE, a California charter city and municipal corporation (“City”) and IRWINDALE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization (“ICF”). City and ICF are sometimes hereinafter individually or collectively as “Party” or “Parties.”

RECITALS
A. ICF is a nonprofit organization that has historically donated funds to the City in a range of $100,000 to $200,000 annually. These donations have been dedicated to funding various City departments including Recreation, Aquatics, Library, Public Services, and the Senior Center.

B. ICF will host a charitable bingo event (“Event”) on May 13, 2025 and is need of personnel support to assist in the operation of the Event.

C. The Parties have identified a mutually beneficial opportunity to provide Event related services to ICF. City will provide staff time to ICF in exchange for ICF funding of City programs.

D. City’s provision of staff efforts for the ICF Event serves a valid public purpose of supporting the ICF’s mission of providing support, services, and benefits that help the community, and will result in financial benefits to the City.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual benefits to be derived by the Parties, and the promises contained in this Agreement, the Parties agree as follows:

1. Recitals. The foregoing Recitals are incorporated into this Agreement.

2. Term. Subject to Section 5 (Termination), this Agreement will remain in full force and effect until completion of the services as detailed in Section 4 (Scope of Services).

3. Contract Sum. For the services rendered pursuant to this Agreement, ICF will provide funding to the City for its programs in an amount of $20,000.

4. Scope of Services.
a. Event Details.
i. Date: Tuesday, May 13, 2025

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ii. Time: 6:00 PM to 7:00 PM
iii. Location: Online - Virtual Bingo Game
b. City Staff. The City will provide personnel support for the Event and will utilize the following staff members to accomplish the services:
i. City Manager
ii. Assistant City Manager
iii. Chief Deputy City Clerk
iv. City Treasurer
c. Hours of Service. Each City staff member listed above shall provide a minimum of 10 hours and a maximum of 15 hours of service for the Event.

5. Termination. This Agreement may be terminated upon the express written agreement of the Parties. Each Party reserves the right to terminate this Agreement at any time, with or without cause, upon fifteen (15) days’ written notice to the other Party.

6. Indemnification. ICF shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless City, and its officers, employees, and agents (collectively the “Indemnitees”), from and against any and all causes of action, claims, liabilities, obligations, judgments, or damages, including reasonable attorney’s fees and costs of litigation (“claims”), arising out of the City’s performance of its obligations under this Agreement, including the City’s active or passive negligence, except for such loss or damage arising from the sole negligence or willful misconduct of the City. In the event the Indemnitees are made a party to any action, lawsuit, or other adversarial proceeding arising from ICF’s performance of this Agreement, ICF shall provide a defense to the Indemnitees or at the City’s option reimburse the Indemnitees their costs of defense, including reasonable attorney’s fees, incurred in defense of such claims.

7. Relationship of the Parties. The Parties are, and will at all times remain as to each other, wholly independent entities. No Party to this Agreement will have power to incur any debt, obligation, or liability on behalf of any other Party unless expressly provided to the contrary by this Agreement. No employee, agent, or officer of a Party will be deemed for any purpose whatsoever to be an agent, employee, or officer of another Party.

8. Amendment. The terms and provisions of this Agreement may not be amended, modified, or waived, except by an instrument in writing signed by both Parties.

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9. California Law. This Agreement shall be interpreted, construed, and governed both as to validity and to performance of the Parties in accordance with the laws of the State of California. Any dispute, claim, or matter arising out of or in relation to this Agreement shall be instituted in the Superior Court of the County of Los Angeles, State of California. In the event of litigation in a U.S. District Court, venue shall lie exclusively in the Central District of California, in the County of Los Angeles, State of California.

10.Severability. In the event that any one or more of the phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections contained in this Agreement shall be declared invalid or unenforceable by a valid judgment or decree of a court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect any of the remaining phrases, sentences, clauses, paragraphs, or sections of this Agreement which are hereby declared as severable and shall be interpreted to carry out the intent of the parties hereunder unless the invalid provision is so material that its invalidity deprives either Party of the basic benefit of their bargain or renders this Agreement meaningless.

11.Entire Agreement. This Agreement constitutes the entire agreement of the Parties with respect to the matters herein, and there are no restrictions, promises, warranties, or undertakings other than those set forth herein or referred to herein.

12.Waiver. Waiver by any Party to this Agreement of any term, condition, or covenant of this Agreement will not constitute a waiver of any other term, condition, or covenant. Waiver by any Party to any breach of the provisions of this Agreement will not constitute a waiver of any other provision, nor a waiver of any subsequent breach or violation of any provision of this Agreement.

13.Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which will be an original, but all of which taken together will constitute one and the same instrument.

14.Authority and Signature. The individuals signing this Agreement have the authority to commit the Party they represent to the terms of this Agreement, and do so commit by signing.
[SIGNATURE PAGES FOLLOW]

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the date and year first-above written.

CITY OF IRWINDALE IRWINDALE COMMUNITY

FOUNDATION
By:______________________ By:______________________
Larry G. Burrola Julian A. Miranda
Mayor Executive Director
ATTEST:

By:______________________
Laura M. Nieto
Chief Deputy City Clerk

Item #19.H.

Date: March 26, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: 4th of July Update & Survey Results
City Manager's Recommendation:

Receive and file the 4th of July Update and Survey Results Administrative Action:

Submitted/Prepared by:

Elizabeth Rodriguez, Public Services Director
Reviewed by:

Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Background and Analysis:

In 2022, with the recommendation of the Parks and Recreation Commission and approval of City Council, Recreation began hosting the Red, White and You BBQ on the Saturday before the 4th of July.

The 2022, 2023, and 2024 events hosted arts and craft vendors, contests, and an Irwindale Community Foundation sponsored Fun Zone for children.

At the August 7, 2024 Parks & Recreation Regularly Scheduled Meeting, staff presented a Red, White, and You Post Event Report. This report provided the commission with the following:

• Background information on how the Red, White, and You Event was approved; and • City Council, Parks and Recreation Commission, and residents’ recommendations for improvements over the past two years and how staff have implemented these requests; and • A budget breakdown of the 2024 event; and
• A draft survey for the Commissions review and approval.

Since its inception, the volume of participation has grown; however, there were some community members that requested a return to the one-day event held on the 4th of July. As such, a request was made by the Commission to conduct a community wide survey to determine what the community favored.

The 4th of July Survey was posted on the City of Irwindale’s website and social media accounts, distributed at Music in the Park, and mailed city-wide to all residents. Residents had approximately 2 weeks to return the survey back to the Dan Diaz Recreation Center.

The results of the survey were provided to the Parks & Recreation Commission for receive and file at its regularly scheduled October 2, 2024 meeting and are as follows:

TABLE #1: 4TH OF JULY FIESTA – YES & NO QUESTIONS & ANSWERS SURVEY QUESTION PERCENTAGE YES NO TOTAL*
Have you attended the 4th of
July Fiesta held on the 4th of
July
52% NO
48% YES
46 49 95
Did you purchase food? 57% YES
43% NO
35 26 61
Did you stay for the band? 52% NO
48% YES
29 32 61
Come to see or participate in a
performance?
63% NO
37% YES
24 40 64
Come for the fireworks show? 64% YES
36% NO
45 25 70
Purchase from Vendors? 55% YES
45% NO
18 15 33
Participate in a
contest/tournament?
61% NO
39% YES
12 19 31
*Some questions were not answered

TABLE #2: 4TH OF JULY FIESTA – ATTENDANCE & ARRIVAL QUESTIONS & ANSWERS SURVEY QUESTION PERCENTAGE <1hr 2-3 hrs All Day TOTAL*
How many hours did you
spend at the event?
38% spent 2-3 hours 13 18 16 47
SURVEY QUESTION PERCENTAGE 6a-10a 11a - 3p 4p-9p TOTAL* Arrival time for event? 43% arrived between
4p-9p
7 10 13 30
*Some questions were not answered
**If offered on the same day
TABLE #3: RED, WHITE & YOU BBQ ON SATURDAY BEFORE THE 4TH OF JULY – YES & NO

QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
SURVEY QUESTION PERCENTAGE YES NO TOTAL*
Have you attended the Red,
White, & You BBQ held on the
Saturday before the 4th of July
83% YES
17% NO
78 16 94
Did you purchase food? 79% YES
21% NO
62 16 78
Did you stay for the band? 68% YES
32% NO
53 25 78
Come to see or participate in a
performance?
59% YES
41% NO
44 31 75
Come for the fireworks
show?**
56% NO
44% YES
16 20 36
Purchase from Vendors? 84% YES
16% NO
67 13 80
Participate in a
contest/tournament?
55% NO
45% YES
34 41 75
*Some questions were not answered
**If offered on the same day
TABLE #4: RED, WHITE & YOU BBQ ON SATURDAY BEFORE THE 4TH OF JULY – ATTENDANCE &

ARRIVAL QUESTIONS & ANSWERS
SURVEY QUESTION PERCENTAGE <1hr 2-3 hrs All Day TOTAL*
How many hours did you
spend at the event?
49% spent 2-3 hours 3 37 35 75
SURVEY QUESTION PERCENTAGE 6a-10a 11a - 3p 4p-9p TOTAL* Arrival time for event? 87% arrived between
11a-9p
5 17 17 39
*Some questions were not answered
TABLE #5: ONE EVENT OR TWO EVENTS
Survey Question PERCENTAGE TWO EVENTS
(Current practice)

ONE EVENT
on July 4th
Total
Currently, the city celebrates
our nation's independence
on the Saturday before the
4th of July with the Red,
White and You BBQ AND on
the 4th of July with the
Fireworks Spectacular.

Moving forward, would you
prefer two events, as is the
current practice, or one
event held on the 4th of
July?
76% YES
24% NO
74 24 98
TABLE #6: COMMENTS TO ANY QUESTIONS ANSWERED "NO"
Fireworks Spectacular Red, White and You BBQ
Pop-ups are too expensive; food has not been
available on July 4
No Fireworks this day (2)
I want to spend time with my family and not
work
Make one event on the Saturday before the 4th
Need More Food Options (2) It is inconvenient for me to attend.

I spend the 4th of July BBQing at home, not at
the park (2)
Not a lot of food vendors / too expensive

I was not able to purchase food or drinks during
the first Red, White and You as everything sold
out quite early. I also thought it was going to
be a different style event, not so much an
overpriced farmers market.

I don’t like that it’s on a day other than 4th of
July
Spend time with family. (4) Working
We have company on the 4th of July The performances, fireworks, and contests I couldn’t attend due to working the event.

Came to see everyone The food and vendors are too expensive.

I live across the street, host family and have no
need to attend.

Enjoy fireworks on the 4th of July and like to
watch contests, but do not participate.

I didn’t live in the city yet. I celebrate my country on the 4th of July. This event is overpriced and they sell junk.

We have food at home. (2) Just depends on what is being offered.

I had to be there because I was working. More people and a lot more fun.

Had other family plans. I feel it is more a community event that many residents attend. I see people from Irwindale I
don’t usually see, it is also very relaxing.

BBQed food at home, no one in family
performs, no contests were held, no craft
vendors and cooked at home
I would go out of town on 4th to celebrate with
family. (2)
Celebrate 4th of July with family.

Stayed home for the 4th of July but watched the
fireworks show from Irwindale Ave
Too hot
I go to eat and watch the fireworks show.

I need to stay home to take care of my house
from illegal fireworks.

Have to stay home and keep an eye on my
house.

Working (attended event because…) (2)

I didn’t attend because I wasn’t scheduled to
work
Not interested in attending
Family time at home. (4)
House BBQ
What contests? What tournaments?
For those that know me, I am very shy
Do not participate in contest/tournaments
because I am on the clock.

No interest
After reviewing the results, the commission requested staff to come back at a later meeting to present possible options to add to the current offering on the 4th of July.

At the regularly scheduled February 5, 2025 Parks & Recreation Commission meeting, staff presented the following options:

Option Cost Impact Notes
Fireworks Spectacular ONLY no additional cost
(part of the adopted budget)
The launch site for the fireworks show
is not guaranteed and cannot be
finalized until the property owners give
permission for use. The launch site will
impact staffing for both the Police
Department and Public Works which
may result in an increase in cost;
however, we will not know for sure
until the launch site is approved.

Music synced with show no cost* If we use the same vendor, they have offered to create the soundtrack to the
show that will link to a Free app, which
the community can download to their
phones using a 4-digit access code.
*The app is free for the end user and
as of now, free for the vendor to
upload and use to broadcast the show.

The company did note that they are
currently looking into charging agencies
for the service and are looking to

implement those charges this year.

They did not know if that would be in
effect by July 2025.

Food truck(s) available from
7p - 9p
n/a Staff called over 10 food trucks, from
the food trucks that have been offered
for other events to options listed within
the San Gabriel and Los Angeles County
area. Every vendor said they were not
available or were not willing to relocate
their truck on the 4th of July to
Irwindale Park.

Band offered from 7p - 9p Band $3,000 - $4,500
Stage $4,500 - $5,800
Sound $4,900 - $7,500
Insurance $1,000 - $1,200
Staff(Rec) $2,300
Total $15,700 - $22,300
City Council approval needed for an
additional 40 hours added to Part Time
wages to cover this additional offering.

City Council approval needed for up to
$23,000 NOT including the overtime
costs for Public Works staff or a private
security company that MAY be required
per Irwindale Police Department (based
on additional coverage needed for fall
out zone and concert).

After much discussion and taking the survey results and budget into consideration, the Parks & Recreation Commission voted 4-1 to continue to only provide the Fireworks Spectacular with music synced with the show. The majority of Commissioners acknowledged the low turn out at the event on 4 th of July and the majority of residents enjoy celebrating 4th of July at home with their families while watching the Fireworks Spectacular.

At this time and in the future, Irwindale Recreation will continue to offer the three following events to celebrate 4th of July:

1. Red, White & You BBQ on the Saturday before 4th of July

2. Music in the Park the Week of 4th of July (Music in the Park will not occur when 4th of July lands on a Thursday)

3. Fireworks Spectacular Show on 4th of July.

Fiscal Impact:

Since there are no changes to the current way the City of Irwindale celebrates 4th of July, there is no fiscal impact on the General Fund.

Attachments:

None

Item #19.I.

Date: March 26, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: Resolution of Support - Elimination of a Sunset Date under Brown Act AB 2449 City Manager's Recommendation:

Adopt Resolution No. 2025-30-3618 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE SUPPORTING THE ELIMINATION OF A SUNSET DATE UNDER BROWN ACT AB 2449".

Administrative Action:

Submitted by:

Theresa Olivares, Assistant City Manager
Prepared by:

Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk
Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager

Background and Analysis:

As part of the response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Gavin Newsom temporarily issued a series of Executive Orders to expand public access to meetings of local agencies by suspending some restrictions on conferencing. The effect resulted in an expanded use of teleconferencing for meetings of legislative bodies, resulting in enhanced public access and increased participation and engagement by the public.

AB 2449 became law in 2023, modernizing the pre-existing concepts of teleconference locations under the Brown Act by revising notice requirements and allowing for greater public participation in teleconference meetings for local agencies such as the City of Irwindale. There is now an established track record of utilization and support among public agencies, offering remote participation by members of an elected or appointed board arising in emergency circumstances or just cause incidents.

AB 2449 is scheduled to sunset on January 1, 2026.

Given the proven benefits and widespread adoption among local agencies, permanently removing the sunset provision from AB 2449 is a logical step forward. It ensures continued flexibility, enhances civic participation, and accommodates emergencies or justified absences among elected and appointed officials without sacrificing transparency or accountability. Staff is recommending that the City Council consider adopting proposed Resolution No. 2025-30-3618 supporting the elimination of a sunset date under Brown Act AB 2449.

A copy of the draft Letter of Support to The Honorable Blanca Rubio in support of her proposed Assembly Bill AB 259 is also included with this report.

Fiscal Impact:

There is no fiscal impact associated with this action.

Attachments:

1. Resolution No. 2025-30-3618

2. Draft Letter AB259 Support

Resolution No. 2025-30-3618

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-30-3618

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE

SUPPORTING THE ELIMINATION OF A SUNSET DATE
UNDER BROWN ACT AB 2449
WHEREAS, as part of his response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Governor Newsom temporarily issued a series of Executive Orders to expand public access to meetings of local agencies by suspending some of the restrictions on teleconferencing; and
WHEREAS, the effect was an expanded use of teleconferencing for meetings of the legislative body, resulting in enhanced public access and increased participation by the public; and
WHEREAS, AB 2449 became law in 2023, modernizing the previously existing concept of teleconference locations under the Brown Act by revising notice requirements and allowing for greater public participation in teleconference meetings for local agencies; and
WHEREAS, AB 2449 has established a proven track record of utilization and support among public agencies, providing remote participation by members of an elected board arising in emergency circumstances or just cause incidents; and WHEREAS, AB 2449 is scheduled to sunset on January 1, 2026.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE DOES HEREBY RESOLVE, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The City Council hereby adopts the Recitals above as true and correct and incorporates them herein by reference.

SECTION 2. The City Council hereby supports the elimination of a sunset date under Brown Act AB 2449.

SECTION 4. The Chief Deputy City Clerk shall certify the adoption of this Resolution which shall, in turn, have immediate effect.

PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this ______ day of March 2025. .
__________________________
Larry G. Burrola, Mayor

ATTEST:
___________________________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES } ss.

CITY OF IRWINDALE }
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Irwindale, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025-30-3618 duly adopted by the City Council of the City of Irwindale, at a regular meeting held on the ____ day of March 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:
__________________________
Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

March 24, 2025
The Honorable Blanca Rubio
California State Assembly
1021 O Street, Suite 5250
Sacramento, California 95814
RE: Assembly Bill 259 (Rubio) – Support [As Introduced] Dear Assembly Member Rubio:

On behalf of the City of Irwindale, I am writing to express our support for your Assembly Bill 259, related to the Ralph M. Brown Act.

Recognizing the evolving landscape of public meetings and the demonstrated value of remote participation options when governing body members cannot attend a physical gathering, your office introduced, and the Legislature passed, Assembly Bill 2449 in 2022, which amended the Ralph M. Brown Act. Beginning in 2023, special districts and other local agencies began using the procedures established by AB 2449, successfully facilitating remote participation for officials that would otherwise been encumbered by illness, official travel, or medical emergency. The provisions of that bill, having been negotiated by civil society groups and local government stakeholders, contained numerous safeguards and requirements, including an in-person quorum at the official meeting location. Our council has experienced firsthand the administrative benefit of this law on multiple occasions when critical action items were on a meeting agenda, and a council member who could not attend in person could still participate in the discussion and vote under the provisions of AB2449.

While the provisions added by AB 2449 were modified slightly by technical amendments made by subsequent legislation, the sunset date of January 1, 2026, which is included in the original bill, remains. To preserve the flexibility provided by your AB 2449, Assembly Bill 259 would eliminate this sunset date, thereby preserving the remote meeting procedures added by the earlier legislation indefinitely. AB 259 would otherwise not change any other remote meeting provisions.

For these reasons, the City of Irwindale is pleased to support your Assembly Bill 259.

Respectfully,
Larry G. Burrola
Mayor
CC: Assembly Members Calderon, Harabedian, Rodriguez
Senators Archuleta, Perez, Rubio
Marcus Detwiler, Legislative Representative, California Special Districts Association

Item #19.J.

Date: March 26, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: Approval of the Escrow Agreement for Security Deposits in Lieu of Retention for the Public Library Improvement Project
City Manager's Recommendation:

That the City Council approve an Escrow Agreement for Security Deposits in Lieu of Retention with Robert Clapper Construction Services, Inc. dba R.C. Construction Services (Contractor), for the Public Library Improvement Project; and (2) authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement upon approval.

Administrative Action:

Submitted / Prepared by:

Eddie Chan, Director of Engineering/Building Official

Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Kambiz Borhani, Finance Director / City Treasurer
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager

Background and Analysis:

Pursuant to Section 22300 of the Public Contract Code of the State of California, Contractors have the option to deposit securities with an Escrow Agent as a substitute for retention earnings required to be withheld by the Owner, as per the Construction Contract and Agreement entered into between the Owner and Contractor for the Public Library Improvement Project.

On December 19, 2024, the City Council awarded the Public Library Improvement Project to Robert Clapper Construction Services, Inc. dba R.C. Construction Services, for the amount of $8,084,701. This project is currently in the initial stage of construction.

The contractor for the Public Library Improvement Project has requested that retention funds from monthly construction progress payments be placed in an escrow account, administered by an escrow agent or a bank of their choosing. As outlined in the project contract documents (Section 7 - "Measurement and Payment") and pursuant to Section 22300 of the California Public Contract Code, the contractor is entitled to request an escrow account for retention payments. However, the City's ability to enter into such an agreement is contingent upon approval from the California State Library, the grant administrator funding this project. Staff is currently verifying whether this is permitted under the terms of the Building Forward grant funds received by the City.

The Contractor has requested that these retention funds be made payable to American Business Bank as the escrow agent. Per Section 22300 of the Public Contract Code, the escrow agent shall be a state or federally chartered bank in California with a current A.M. Best Rating of not less than "A" in the form specified by said Section 22300. American Business Bank has satisfied this requirement.

The City Attorney has reviewed and approved the attached Transfer Agreement as to form.

Fiscal Impact:

Per Section 2.6 (b) of the Public Works Construction Contract Agreement between the City and R.C.

Construction Services, Section 22300 (b)(c) of the Public Contract Code of the State of California, and Section (4) of the Escrow Agreement, the contractor shall be responsible for paying all fees for the expenses incurred by th Escrow Agent in administering the Escrow Account and all expenses of the Owner (i.e., wire fees, etc.)
Attachments:

1. Attachment A - Escrow Agreement

(3) When the Owner makes payment of retention earned directly to the Escrow Agent, the Escrow Agent shall hold them for the benefit of the Contractor until the time that the escrow created under this contract is terminated, subject to the Owner’s rights under Paragraph 7 below. The Contractor may direct the investment of the payments into securities. All terms and conditions of this agreement and the rights and 6/14/2019 Page 1 of 3 302.2A

ESCROW AGREEMENT FOR

SECURITY DEPOSITS IN LIEU OF RETENTION
This Escrow Agreement is made and entered into by and between _____________________________, whose address is __________________________________________________________, hereinafter called “Owner,”______________________________________, whose address is ___________________________ hereinafter called “Contractor,” and American Business Bank whose address is 400 S. Hope Street., Suite 300, Los Angeles, CA 90071, hereinafter called “Escrow Agent.” For the consideration hereinafter set forth, the Owner, Contractor, and Escrow Agent agree as follows:
(1) Pursuant to Section 22300 of the Public Contract Code of the State of California, Contractor has the option to deposit securities with Escrow Agent as a substitute for retention earnings required to be withheld by Owner pursuant to the Construction Contract entered into between the Owner and Contractor for Project:______________________________________________________________________________ at ____________________________________________ Project No. (_______________________________), Contract No. _________________________________, in the amount of $____________________________ dated _____________________ (hereinafter referred to as the “Contract”). Alternatively, on written request of the Contractor, the Owner shall make payments of the retention earnings directly to the Escrow Agent.

When the Contractor deposits the securities as a substitute for Contract earnings, the Escrow Agent shall notify the Owner within 10 days of the deposit. The market value of the securities at the time of the substitution shall be at least equal to the cash amount then required to be withheld as retention under the terms of the Contract between the Owner and Contractor. Securities shall be held in the name of the Owner, and shall designate the Contractor as the beneficial owner. (2) The Owner shall make progress payments to the Contractor for those funds which otherwise would be withheld from progress payments pursuant to the Contract provisions, provided that the Escrow Agent holds securities in the form and amount specified above.

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responsibilities of the parties shall be equally applicable and binding when the Owner pays the Escrow Agent directly.
(4) Contractor shall be responsible for paying all fees for the expenses incurred by Escrow Agent in administering the Escrow Account and all expenses of the Owner. These expenses and payment terms shall be determined by the Owner, Contractor, and Escrow Agent. (5) The interest earned on the securities or the money market accounts held in escrow and all interest earned on that interest shall be for the sole account of Contractor and shall be subject to withdrawal by the Contractor at any time and from time to time without notice to the Owner. (6) Contractor shall have the right to withdraw all or any part of the principal in the Escrow Account only by written notice to Escrow Agent accompanied by written authorization from the Owner to the Escrow Agent that Owner consents to the withdrawal of the amount sought to be withdrawn by Contractor. (7) The Owner shall have a right to draw upon the cash or securities in the event that the Owner declares the Contractor to be in default/breach of the Contract. Upon seven days’ written notice to the Escrow Agent from the Owner declaring that the Contractor is in default/breach of the Contract, the Escrow Agent shall immediately convert the securities to cash and shall distribute the cash as instructed by the Owner. (8) Upon receipt of written notification from the Owner certifying that the Contract is final and complete, and that the Contractor has complied with all requirements and procedures applicable to the Contract, Escrow Agent shall release to Contractor all securities and interest on deposit less escrow fees and charges of the Escrow Account. The escrow shall be closed immediately upon disbursement of all moneys and securities on deposit and payments of fees and charges. (9) Escrow Agent shall rely on the written notifications from the Owner and the Contractor pursuant to Sections (5) through (8), inclusive, of this agreement and the Owner and Contractor shall hold Escrow Agent harmless from Escrow Agent’s release and disbursement of the securities and interest as set forth above.
(10) The names of the persons who are authorized to give written notice or to receive written notice on behalf of the Owner and on behalf of Contractor in connection with the foregoing, and exemplars of their respective signatures are shown below. Such names may be changed by written notice to other parties.

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On behalf of Owner: On behalf of Contractor:

Name: ____________________________ Name: ____________________________ Title: ____________________________ Title: _____________________________ Signature: _________________________ Signature: _________________________ Address: __________________________ Address: __________________________ _________________________________ _________________________________ Telephone: _______________________ Telephone: _________________________ On behalf of Escrow Agent:

Name: ____________________________
Title: ____________________________
Signature: _________________________
Address: 400 S. Hope Street, Suite 300
Los Angeles, CA 90071
Telephone: (213) 430- 4000
At the time the Escrow Account is opened, the Owner and Contractor shall deliver to the Escrow Agent a fully executed counterpart of this Agreement.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Agreement by their proper officers on the date first set forth above.

On behalf of Owner: On behalf of Contractor:

Name: ____________________________ Name: ____________________________ Title: ____________________________ Title: _____________________________ Signature: _________________________ Signature: _________________________

Item #21.A.

Date: March 26, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: BESS Urgency Ordinance No. 793
City Manager's Recommendation:

Direct the City Attorney to read the title of the ordinance, waive further reading of the ordinance, and adopt the ordinance as an urgency measure by a roll call vote with a minimum 4/5 vote for Urgency Ordinance No. 793 , entitled “AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 17.56.020 (“USES REQUIRING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT”) AND 17.56.025 (“USES REQUIRING A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT”) OF CHAPTER 17.56 (“M-2 HEAVY MANUFACTURING ZONE”) AND ADOPTING CHAPTER 17.140 (“BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS”) OF TITLE 17 (“ZONING”) OF THE IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS IN M-2 ZONES” The ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act, Pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(B)(3).

Administrative Action:

Submitted by:

Marilyn Simpson, AICP, Community Development
Director
Prepared / Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager

Background and Analysis:

On November 13, 2024, a Joint Study Session was held with the City Council and the Planning Commission regarding Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). Information was presented by the Executive Director of Clean Coalition, a nonprofit organization specializing in renewable energy options.

On December 11, 2024, the City Council held a public workshop on BESS. Information was presented by Los Angeles County Fire Department staff members Firefighter Specialist Joshua Costello and Central Region Battalion Chief Frank Garrido, and Craig Lewis from Clean Coalition.

On February 12, 2025, the City Council held a discussion on regulating Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS). The Council directed staff to research and report back on jurisdictions that have adopted an ordinance on BESS.

On February 26, 2025, the City Council reviewed several adopted ordinances from public agencies in California and outside California. After discussion, the City Council directed staff to prepare a BESS Ordinance for the Irwindale.

A BESS facility enables power system operators/utilities to store energy for later use. A BESS facility collects and stores excess energy from a powerplant and/or from a power grid. Energy storage would take place during periods when the demand for electricity is low. During periods of high demand, BESS facilities discharge or distribute the stored energy back into the power grid. A BESS facility may be constructed and operated by an entity that is separate from the energy/utility provider. Siting for a BESS facility can be adjacent, or in proximity, to a specific powerplant or substation.

The configuration of BESS facilities can vary, but the preferred configuration is to have the battery modules within individual containers versus battery modules within an enclosed building. The containers have the appearance and dimensions similar to a standard shipping container (approximately 40 feet long x 8 feet wide x 9.5 feet high). The number of containers can vary. They can be lined up in a row or clustered together. On-site non-public roads and/or drive aisles would be limited to service and general access to the containers and provide separation between the containers.

Separate accessory buildings for operations and maintenance would be located on the site.

Ordinance No. 793
The Ordinance outlines certain development standards and regulations for a BESS facility. Regulations include application procedures, definitions, land use and siting standards, permitting, environmental compliance, safety and certifications, and decommissioning. A requirement for BESS requires the applicant to enter into a Public or Community Benefit Agreement, which may include funding for specific community improvements and amenities. Processing an application for a BESS facility would be via a Development Agreement, a Conditional Use Permit, unless otherwise designated in a specific plan, and a Site Plan and Design Review Permit.

The Ordinance complies with Senate Bill SB38 that requires that each Battery Energy Storage Facility located in the State have an emergency response and emergency action plan that covers the premises of the battery energy storage facility. The owner or operator of the facility, in developing the plan, is

required to coordinate with local emergency management agencies, uniform program agencies, and local first response agencies and submit the plan to the City for review.

Environmental Review:

In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, as amended, and the City of Irwindale environmental guidelines, the City, as the Lead Agency, has analyzed the project and has determined that the Project is exempt from the provisions of CEQA pursuant to Section 15061 (b)(3), which states that the activity is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects that have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment. Where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment, the activity is NOT subject to CEQA. In this case, the ordinance has no potential resulting in physical change in the environment, directly or indirectly. The Ordinance does not authorize any specific development or installation on any specific piece of property within the City’s boundaries.

Fiscal Impact:

No fiscal impact is anticipated with the adoption of Ordinance No. 793.

Attachments:

1. BESS Chapter Ordinance Draft(1012989.6)

ORDINANCE NO. 793

AN URGENCY ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 17.56.020 (“USES REQUIRING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT”) AND 17.56.025 (“USES REQUIRING A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT”) OF CHAPTER 17.56 (“M-2 HEAVY
MANUFACTURING ZONE”) AND ADOPTING CHAPTER 17.140 (“BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS”) OF TITLE 17 (“ZONING”) OF THE IRWINDALE MUNICIPAL CODE REGULATING BATTERY ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS IN M-2 ZONES
WHEREAS, the existing provisions of the City of Irwindale Municipal Code do not address battery energy storage facilities; and
WHEREAS, there is a growing demand for Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in the State of California because of the need for more renewable electricity to meet the state’s clean energy objectives and to ensure the reliability of its electric grid, among other factors; and
WHEREAS, a BESS facility captures energy from the grid, stores it, and later releases it to supply electricity or other grid services when needed, usually during periods of high demand. This process can enhance the reliability and efficiency of the electric grid while also potentially stabilizing power rates; and
WHEREAS, the City of Irwindale (“City Council”) recognizes that the City of Irwindale (“City”) has seen a rise in inquiries and applications for development of BESS facilities; and
WHEREAS, the City recognizes a need to establish adequate policies and standards in place for the development of BESS facilities in order to protect the health, welfare, safety, and quality of life for the general public, to ensure compatible land uses in the areas affected by energy storage facilities and to mitigate the impacts of energy storage facilities on the environment.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The facts set forth in the recitals in this Ordinance are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 2. Amendment of Code. The City Council hereby approves and amends Section 17.56.020 (“Uses requiring a conditional use permit”) of Chapter 17.56 (“M-2 Heavy Manufacturing Zone”) of Title 17 (“Zoning”) of the Irwindale Municipal Code, which shall now read in its entirety as follows:

Ordinance No. 793
“17.56.020 Uses requiring a conditional use permit.

Because of considerations of smoke, fumes, dust, vibration, noise, traffic congestion, or hazard, the establishment and operation of the following uses in the M-2 (heavy manufacturing) zone shall not be permitted unless a conditional use permit authorizing such use has been granted:

1. Acid manufacture;

2. Agricultural contractor equipment, sale or rental or both;

3. Alcohol manufacture, other than for human consumption (excluding beer manufacture);

4. Asphalt plants;

5. Automobile forwarding;

6. Batching plants;

7. Blacksmith shops;

8. Blast furnaces or coke ovens;

9. Boiler works;

10. Breweries;

11. Brick tile, cement block or terra cotta manufacture;

12. Building material sales and storage yards;

13. Cement, lime, gypsum or plaster of paris manufacture;

14. Concrete and concrete products manufacture;

15. Contractor's storage yards;

16. Distillation of bones;

17. Drop forge industries;

18. Explosives, manufacture or storage;

19. Feed and fuel yards;

20. Gas manufacture or storage;

21. Iron, steel, brass or copper fabrication plants;

22. Iron, steel, brass or copper foundries;

23. Lumber yards (no planing mills or burners);

24. Machinery storage yards;

25. Manufacture of prefabricated buildings;

26. Mills, planing;

27. Oil extraction plants;

28. Paint, oil, shellac, turpentine or varnish manufacture;

29. Paper pulp manufacturing;

30. Petroleum or its fluid products, wholesale storage;

31. Petroleum refining;

32. Plumbing supply yards;

33. Quarries;

34. Recycling facilities;

35. Rubber, reclaiming, or the manufacture of synthetic rubber or its constituents;

36. Steam electric generating stations;

37. Storage space for transit and transportation equipment;

38. Tire rebuilding, recapping and retreading;

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39. Truck transportation yards or terminals;

40. Vehicle towing facilities, not a part of service stations or automobile wrecking or dismantling yards;

41. Wineries.

42. Material recovery facilities/transfer stations (MRF/TS), conditional use permit or development agreement, if said facility is also approved in conjunction with a franchise agreement and subject to all requirements of Section 17.56.025.

43. Material recovery facilities/transfer stations (MRF/TS), conditional use permit or development agreement, if said facility is also approved in conjunction with a franchise agreement and subject to all requirements of Section 17.56.025.

44. Battery energy storage systems subject to all requirements of Chapter

17.140, unless otherwise designated in a specific plan.” SECTION 3. Amendment of Code. The City Council hereby approves and amends

17.56.025 (“Uses requiring a development agreement”) of Chapter 17.56 (“M-2 Heavy Manufacturing Zone”) of Title 17 (“Zoning”) of the Irwindale Municipal Code which shall now read in its entirety as follows:
“17.56.025 Uses requiring a development agreement.

The uses listed below shall be allowed in the M-2 zone with a development agreement that (i) meets the requirements of Government Code Sections 65864— 65869.5, and (ii) includes development standards that ensure the public's health, safety and welfare and that any development is consistent with the city's general plan and any other applicable land use plan(s):

1. Material recovery facility/transfer station, if said facility is also approved in conjunction with a franchise agreement granting a limited, non-exclusive or exclusive franchise for operation of said material recovery facility/transfer station.

2. Battery energy storage systems, subject to all requirements of Chapter

17.140.

Nothing in this section is intended to limit other uses that may be included in a development agreement as otherwise allowed in Sections 17.56.010 and 17.56.020 for the M-2 zone.”
SECTION 4. Adoption of Code. The City Council hereby adopts and adds a new Chapter 17.140, entitled “Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)” to Title 17, entitled “Zoning,” of the Irwindale Municipal Code to read in its entirety as set forth in Exhibit “B”, and incorporated herein as though set forth in full.
“CHAPTER 17.140 - Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS)”

Ordinance No. 793
Contents:

17.140.010 Purpose

17.140.020 Applicability

17.140.030 Definitions

17.140.040 Development Standards

17.140.050 Conditions of Approval

17.140.060 Decommissioning

17.140.070 Change of Ownership

17.140.080 Abandonment

17.140.010 – Purpose– The purpose of this chapter is to provide the means to regulate the development of utility-scale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) in certain areas of the City. The regulations herein are intended to protect the health, welfare and safety of the general public, to ensure compatible uses of land in the areas affected by energy storage facilities and to mitigate the impacts of energy storage facilities on the environment.

17.140.020 – Applicability – The provisions of this chapter shall apply to all utilityscale Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS) permitted, installed, or modified within the City of Irwindale, after the effective date of this ordinance. Modifications to, retrofits, or replacements, excluding general maintenance and repair, of any part of a BESS facility shall also be subject to this Chapter.

17.140.030 – Definitions
A. “Battery Energy Storage System” or “BESS”: A battery energy storage system that is a utility-scale engineered system of electrical devices and equipment that enable electric energy, such as energy generated from renewable energy sources, like solar and wind, to be stored and then released when the power is needed. Utility-scale BESS facilities are intended primarily to interact with the electric grid and are not intended to serve a specific end user.

17.140.040 – Development Standards
All applications for BESS systems shall be subject to site plan and design review, pursuant to Chapter 17.70. In addition to those requirements set forth in this chapter, and which the Planning Commission or City Council may otherwise impose, all BESS developments shall comply with the site design requirements set forth below:

A. Location Requirements.

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1. BESS facilities shall not be constructed within 1,000 feet of any residentially zoned property, measured from the closest property line of each use.

2. BESS facilities shall not be constructed further than 1 mile from the connecting utility measured from the nearest point of each parcel boundary.

B. Development Requirements.

1. BESS facilities shall be subject to Site Plan and Design Review pursuant to Chapter 17.70 of the IMC and comply with all applicable standards of the Building Code, the adopted Fire Code, and any Los Angeles County Fire Department
requirements, as amended from time to time. Battery module enclosures and associated electrical equipment are not
subject to the City’s Commercial and Industrial Design
Guidelines.

2. All BESS components and mechanical equipment must be enclosed by a minimum 10-foot-high non-scalable perimeter solid wall. Perimeter walls shall be a minimum of 10-feet high and consist of either decorative concrete masonry block or decorative concrete tilt-up walls consistent with the City’s Commercial/Industrial Design Guidelines.

2. Height requirements for BESS units shall adhere to a maximum of 12-feet for the equipment itself and 15-feet for the overall building height.

3. BESS facility utilities and transmission lines shall be installed underground, except when written approval is otherwise
granted in accordance with law.

4. The ground surface of a BESS facility shall be covered with gravel, asphalt, concrete, and other compatible materials. All driveways and pathways between battery energy storage
system structures, and any other associated pad-mounted structures, shall contain pervious pavement or similar material.

5. A BESS facility may include, but is not required to include, a single-story warehouse-type Operations and Maintenance
(O&M) building for storage of parts used for maintenance. Any such single-story warehouse-type building shall be consistent with the City’s Commercial/Industrial design guidelines.

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6. BESS facilities must be set back at least 50-feet from all side, rear, and front lot lines. Access drives and parking may be situated within these setback areas. Additionally, there must be a minimum clearance of 12-feet between BESS
components and all buildings, and other exposure hazards unrelated to electrical grid infrastructure.

7. Onsite lighting shall be required for safety and operational purposes. Light fixtures shall not exceed a height of 35-feet.

8. The maximum height of BESS Substation Dead-end Structure shall be 65-feet. The dead-end structure is the onsite
substation termination of the transmission line and highest structure for the onsite substation.

9. Prior to the issuance of a building permit, a Comprehensive Sign Program shall be approved by the City. Adequate safety and informational signage shall be posted in clearly visible areas in and around the BESS area and all access points in compliance with City requirements.

C. Parking & Access.

1. Parking and access shall be provided for vehicles consistent with the requirements of Chapter 17.64.

2. Vehicle barriers such as bollards shall be installed to minimize the potential of collision with the BESS facility, as required by the City Engineer.

3. Proper emergency access to each BESS facility shall be maintained according to LA County Fire requirements, and an emergency plan for the facility must be submitted to the City’s Engineering Department for approval.

D. Noise. BESS facilities are subject to the City’s noise standards as set forth in Chapter 9.28 (Noise). Applicants shall submit equipment and component manufacturer’s noise ratings to demonstrate compliance. At the discretion of the Community Development director, a separate noise study may be required.

E. Landscaping. The listed requirements shall apply to all site improvements regarding the landscape around the BESS facility:

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1. Landscaping or vegetation is not permitted within the screen walls surrounding the BESS units.

2. Required Areas: All setbacks, parkways, open areas, plazas, paseos, and non-work areas outside of the screen walls that are visible from a public street/alley or from a parking lot available to the general public shall be landscaped.

3. Landscape Coverage Requirement: Shrubs, groundcover and other plant material shall cover all areas outside of the screen walls that are visible from a public street/alley or from a parking lot available to the general public and that are not occupied by structures, parking areas, storage, trash
enclosures, driveways, and sidewalks at the time of issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy. Embellished pavement,
fountains, and similar hardscape materials may, in part, be substituted for the required landscaping through the site plan and design review process.

4. Parkway-Adjacent Planting and Maintenance: Parkways
located between the sidewalk and the edge of development shall meet the following requirements:
(i) The ground surface shall contain shrubs, mulch, or ground cover to provide coverage within two years of planting. (ii) If a wall or fence separates the development from the street, planning vines or espalier shrubs shall be incorporated into the planning design.

5. Required Landscaping for Loading Aeras: Loading areas shall incorporate landscaping to provide screening if visible from the public right-of-way, adjacent uses, and pedestrians.

6. Trees: Perimeter landscaping shall include one street tree for each 30 lineal feet of street frontage.

7. Trees: All trees planted along a street frontage shall be of a minimum 15-gallon size. All other trees planted shall be of a minimum 5-fallon size or have a brown trunk height of 3-feet.

17.140.050 – Conditions of Approval – The following measures shall be included as performance measures and standard conditions of approval for all energy storage facilities.

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A. Conditional Use Permit Required – BESS facilities may be developed within the M-2 zone provided that a conditional use permit is obtained and all other requirements in this Chapter are met. A conditional use permit is required in accordance with Irwindale Municipal Code Chapter 17.80.020. In addition to those conditions set forth in this Chapter and which the Planning Commission or City Council may otherwise impose, all BESS developments shall be subject to the following conditions of approval:

1. The proposed use will not adversely affect nearby residents and facilities primarily devoted to use by children, families, and the general public, after giving consideration to the distance or proximity of the proposed BESS to residential districts, educational institutions, nursery schools, day camps, day care centers, public parks, playgrounds, places of
worship or hospitals.

2. BESS facilities shall operate between the hours of 7:00AM and 10:00PM daily. During these hours, all activities related to the charging, discharging, and maintenance of the battery storage system must be conducted in compliance with local noise ordinances and safety regulations. Routine
maintenance activities may be conducted at these hours so long as they do not generate significant noise or disturbance.

3. Operations outside the standard hours, specifically
between 10:00PM and 7:00AM, are permitted only for
emergency situations or critical grid support services.

4. BESS facilities shall not store any products, goods, materials, containers, combustible materials, hazardous materials, or high-piled storage on site at any time.

5. Operators shall address and resolve any nuisance, safety issues, or violations of conditions of approval within fortyeighty hours of being notified by the City that the issue exists.

6. The construction of a BESS facility, installation, or modification is allowed only upon approval by the City of a development agreement with appropriate standards and
public benefits to be negotiated with the City and complying with all other standards imposed by this Chapter.

7. The construction and operation of the facility will have an overall net positive economic benefit to the City. For purposes

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of this subsection, economic benefits may include, but are not limited to, any of the following:

1. Employment growth;

2. Housing development;

3. Infrastructure and environmental improvements;

4. Assistance to public schools and education;

5. Assistance to City’s public safety departments
and/or other City departments;

6. Property taxes and sales and use tax revenues;

7. Any other economic benefit that the City, in its sole discretion, determines meets the intent of this
provision.

C. Emergency Response and Action Plan – All BESS facilities located in California are required to develop an emergency response and emergency action pursuant to Section 761.3 of the Public Utilities Code as amended from time to time, in collaboration with local emergency response agencies.

A copy of the approved emergency operations plan shall be given to the system owner and/or operator, and the fire marshal. A permanent copy shall also be placed in an approved location to be accessible to facility personnel, fire officials, and emergency responders. The emergency operations plan shall include the following information:

1. Procedures for safe shutdown, de-energizing, or isolation of equipment and systems under emergency conditions to
reduce the risk of fire, electric shock, and personal injuries, and for safe start-up following cessation of emergency
conditions.

2. Procedures for inspection and testing of associated alarms, interlocks, and controls.

3. Procedures to be followed in response to notifications from the battery management system, when provided, that could signify potentially dangerous conditions, including shutting down equipment, summoning service and repair personnel, and providing agreed upon notification to emergency
personnel for potentially hazardous conditions in the event of a system failure.

4. Emergency procedures to be followed in case of fire, explosions, release of liquids or vapors, damage to critical moving parts, or other potentially dangerous conditions.

Procedures may include sounding the alarm, notifying the fire

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district, evacuating personnel, de-energizing equipment, and controlling and extinguishing the fire.

5. Procedures for dealing with battery energy storage facility equipment damaged in a fire or other emergency event,
including maintaining contact information for personnel qualified to safely remove damaged battery energy storage system equipment from the facility.

6. Other procedures as determined necessary by city officials to provide for the safety of neighboring properties and emergency responders.

7. Procedures and schedules for conducting drills of these procedures and for training local first responders on the contents of the plan and appropriate response procedures.

17.140.060 – Decommissioning
A. Decommissioning Plan – Prior to issuance of any permits related to decommissioning activities, the applicant shall submit a decommissioning plan containing a narrative description of the activities to be accomplished for removing the energy storage system from service, and from the facility in which it is located. The decommissioning plan should also include:

1. Narrative description of the activities to be accomplished, including who will perform that activity and at what point in time, for complete physical removal of all battery energy storage system components, structures, equipment, security barriers, and transmission lines from the site;

2. Disposal of all solid and hazardous waste in accordance with local, state, and federal waste disposal regulations;

3. The anticipated life of the battery energy storage system;

4. The estimated decommissioning costs and how the estimate was determined.

5. The method of ensuring that funds will be available for decommissioning and restoration.

6. The manner in which the site will be restored, including a description of how any changes to the surrounding areas and other systems adjacent to the battery energy storage facility, such as structural elements, means of egress, and required fire detection

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suppression systems, will be protected during decommissioning and confirmed as being acceptable after the facility is removed.

7. A listing of any contingencies for removing an intact operational battery energy storage system unit(s) from service, and for removing a battery energy storage system(s) unit from service that has been damaged by a fire or other event.

8. The owner and/or operator of the battery energy storage facility shall implement the decommissioning plan upon abandonment and/or in conjunction with removal of the facility.

9. Upon approval of the BESS facility, the owner and/or operator of the battery energy storage facility shall continuously maintain a financial assurance, payable to the city, in a form and amount approved by the city for the removal of the battery energy storage facility, for the period of the life of the facility. All costs shall be borne by the applicant.

4. The manner in which the battery energy storage system will be decommissioned, and the site restored, including a description of how any changes to the surrounding areas and other systems adjacent to the battery energy storage system, such as, but not limited to, structural elements, building penetrations, means of egress, and required fire detection suppression systems, will be protected during decommissioning and confirmed as being acceptable after the system is removed; and

5. A listing of any contingencies for removing an intact operational energy storage system from service, and for removing an energy storage system from service that has been damaged by a fire or other event.

17.140.070 - Change of Ownership – If the owner of the battery energy storage facility changes or the owner of the property changes, the project approvals shall remain in effect, provided that the City Council approves a transfer agreement wherein the new owner or operator assumes in writing all the obligations of the project, site plan approval, and decommissioning plan, and all related financial responsibilities. A new owner or operator of the battery energy storage facility shall apply to the Community Development Department of such change in ownership or operator within 30 days of the ownership change. The project and all approvals for the battery energy storage facilities shall become void if the new owner or operator fails to provide apply to the Community Development Department in the required timeframe. Reinstatement of a voided project or approvals will subject to the same review and approval processes for new applications under this chapter.

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17.140.080 - Abandonment. – The battery energy storage facility shall be considered abandoned when it ceases to operate for more than one year. If the owner and/or operator fails to comply with the decommissioning plan under section 17.140.060 upon abandonment, the city may, at its discretion, enter the property and utilize the available financial assurances for the removal of a battery energy storage facility and restoration of the site in accordance with the decommissioning plan SECTION 4. CEQA. The City Council finds that this Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Sections 15061(b)(3) on the grounds that it can be seen with certainty that the amendment to the Municipal Code provided for in this Ordinance will not have a significant effect on the environment. There is no possibility that the proposed ordinance, as a textual change to the Municipal Code, may have a significant impact on the physical environment (Section 15061) and because, per Section 15061(b)(3), it can be seen with certainty to have no possibility of a significant effect upon the environment.

SECTION 5. 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 or constitutionality of the remaining portions of this ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed this ordinance, and each section, subsection, sentences, clause or phrase hereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases be declared unconstitutional due to the writs of mandate issued by the Court.

SECTION 6. Publication and Effective Date. The City Clerk shall certify this Ordinance on behalf of the City of Irwindale forthwith upon its adoption and shall cause it to be published in the manner required by law.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Irwindale this 26th day of March, 2025.
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Larry G. Burrola, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ss.

CITY OF IRWINDALE )

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I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Irwindale do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 793 was adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Irwindale held on March 26, 2025, and was carried by the following roll-call vote of the Council:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:
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Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk

Item #22.A.

Date: March 26, 2025
To: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
From: Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Issue: 14005 Live Oak SPDR
City Manager's Recommendation:

That the City Council consider the Planning Commission’s Resolutions Nos. 844(25), 845(25), and recommend that the City Council adopt the MND and MMRP and approve the proposed Site Plan and Design Review for the construction of a new building; and:

Adopt Resolution No. 2025-28-3616 entitled, “A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF

THE CITY OF IRWINDALE ADOPTING THE MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (MND)

AND MITIGATED MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM (MMRP) FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF ONE (1) ±102,500 SQUARE FOOT CONCRETE TILT-UP WAREHOUSE BUILDING LOCATED AT 14005 LIVE OAK AVENUE IRWINDALE, CA 91706 (APN: 8535-001-033) IN THE M-2 (HEAVY MANUFACTURING) ZONE AND MAKING

CERTAIN FINDINGS OF FACT, PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT”
Adopt Resolution No. 2025-29-3617 entitled, “ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE APPROVING Site Plan and Design Review (DA) No. 04-2024 for the construction of one (1) ±102,500 square-fOOt CONCRETE TILT-UP WAREHOUSE BUILDING LOCATED AT 14005 LIVE OAK AVENUE, IRWINDALE, CA 91706 (APN: 8535-001-033) IN THE M-2 (Heavy MANUFACTURING) Zone AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS OF FACT”
Administrative Action:

Submitted by:

Marilyln Simpson, AICP, Community Development
Director

Prepared by:

Brandi Jones, Senior Planner
Reviewed by:

Adrian R. Guerra, City Attorney
Approved by:

Julian A. Miranda, City Manager
Background and Analysis:

REQUEST
The Applicant is requesting a Site Plan and Design Review (DA) for the construction of a ±102,500 Square-Foot Concrete Tilt-Up Warehouse Building located at 14005 Live Oak Avenue, within the City of Irwindale.

BACKGROUND
On February 19, 2025, the Planning Commission made the recommendation to the City Council to approve the Site Plan and Design Review application and adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program.

The site is relatively flat and currently fully developed with one (1) existing two-story concrete industrial office building totaling approximately 56,000 square feet and a surface parking lot. The site is currently served via one driveway off Stewart Avenue and one driveway off Live Oak Avenue.

GENERAL PLAN AND ZONING
The site is designated in the General Plan as Industrial/Business Park. The property is currently zoned M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing).The following zones and uses surround the site:

Direction Existing Land Use Zoning District
North Industrial uses, Santa Fe
Flood Control Dam
M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing)
South Industrial uses, City of
Baldwin Park
Industrial Commercial (City of Baldwin
Park)
East 2200 Arrow Highway
project (currently under
construction)
M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing)

West Industrial uses, San
Gabriel River
M -2 (Heavy Manufacturing)

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
In accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act, the City of Irwindale prepared an Initial Study to determine whether the proposed project may have a significant adverse effect on the environment. Based on the Initial Study and subsequent analysis, staff, based on a determination and recommendation by environmental consultants Kimley Horn and Associates, has determined that the project as proposed qualifies for a Mitigated Negative Declaration according to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to Section 15074 of the CEQA Guidelines.

Specifically, the impacts of the proposed project would be mitigated to less-than-significant levels with the implementation of the Mitigation Measures for the following areas:
• Biological Resources
• Cultural Resources
• Geology and Soils
• Tribal Cultural Resources
• Mandatory Findings of Significance
The Initial Study, Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program are on file in the Community Development Department/Planning Division, City Hall, and the Irwindale Public Library. The IS/MND (Exhibit “E”) was posted and circulated for the required thirty (30) days for public review and comments (September 30, 2024 through October 30, 2024). (A copy of the above referenced documents are posted on the City’s website at https://www.irwindaleca.gov/621/14005-Live-Oak-Avenue.

The specific details of the mitigation methods are included in the Mitigation Monitoring and Report Program (MMRP).

A total of three (3) letters were received during the comment period. These comments were provided by:

Gabrieleno Kizh Nation, LA County Sanitation Districts, and South Coast Air Quality Management District. In summary, the comment letters resulted in minor revisions to the Utilities and Services Systems section of the IS/MND. The comment letters and responses to comments have been included in the MND.

Tribal Consultation
On March 5, 2024, the following tribes were notified pursuant to AB 52:
• Gabrieleno Band of Mission Indians - Kizh Nation
• Gabrieleno/Tongva San Gabriel Band of Mission Indians • Gabrielino/Tongva Nation
• Gabrielino Tongva Indians of California Tribal Council • Gabrielino-Tongva Tribe
• Santa Rosa Band of Cahuilla Indians

• Soboba Band of Luiseno Indians
One (1) response was received. The Gabrieleno Band of Mission Indians–Kizh Nation provided tribal archive information and recommended Mitigation Measures to avoid impacting or destroying tribal cultural resources that may be inadvertently unearthed during the project's ground disturbing activities. Mitigation Measures include retaining a Native American monitor prior to commencement of ground-disturbing activities and the preservation of tribal cultural resources, human remains and associated funerary or ceremonial objects upon discovery.

SITE PLAN AND DESIGN REVIEW
Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 17.70 (Site Plan and Design Review) of the Irwindale Municipal Code (IMC), “No person shall construct any building or structure or make structural and physical improvements, additions, extensions and/or exterior alterations, and no permit shall be issued for such construction until the site plan and design review has been submitted to, reviewed by, and approved in accordance with this chapter. The property may only be developed, used and maintained in accordance with the approved site plan and design review.”
Development Standards
Development Standard Minimum
Requirement
Project Proposal
Front Yard Setback 20’-0” 20’-0”
Side Yard Setback 20’-0” 20’-0” (West)
67’-6” (East)
Rear Yard Setback 20’-0” 20’-2”
Floor Area Ratio (F.A.R.) 1.0:1.0 (Max) 0.48:1.0
Building Height N/A 49’-9”
Landscaping 10% 14%
Parking 63 Spaces 64 Spaces
Truck/Trailer Parking N/A 15 Spaces
Project Description
The proposed project is to demolish the existing building on site for the construction of a ±102,500 Square-Foot Concrete Tilt-Up Warehouse Building. The proposed building would include 6,000 square feet of office space in the southeastern portion of the building (3,000 square feet each on the ground floor and mezzanine), and 96,500 square feet of warehouse space on the ground floor.

The Project site is comprised of 5.13 gross acres (4.86 net acres, Assessor’s Parcel Number 8535- 001-033), with 0.27 acres designated as street dedication. At this time, there is no prospective user.

Building Design/Design Guidelines
The proposed project is a single-story building that incorporates many of the desired design elements from the Commercial and Industrial Design Guidelines. The layout, landscaping and design of the site incorporates encouraged design principles and are designed in a style that is compatible with City context. The proposed building draws upon fundamental characteristics of existing buildings in Irwindale.

The building design incorporates varied parapet heights to resemble tower elements and breaks up the expansive exterior walls with architectural projections and varied materials. Arched windows, ornately carved designs, metal awnings, vertical and horizontal score lines and multi-color palette

are incorporated to add depth and reduce the mass of the building. The design is similar to many of the recently approved developments, which have been designed to closely adhere to the guidelines, while maintaining function and aesthetic uniqueness.

Operation
The proposed building is a warehouse with approximately 6,000 square feet of ancillary office use but the prospective use is currently unknown. The current Zoning Code uses a tiered approach which allows permitted and conditionally permitted uses of less intense zones to carry over to the M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) zone. If a use requires a Conditional Use Permit, Planning Commission approval is required prior to operation. Cold storage, that is not currently listed in the Zoning Code, would not be permitted at this location without further environmental analysis. The majority of new industrial development in the City is speculative.

The Project would also include security measures such as security lighting, a surveillance camera system, and 24/7 security personnel.

Landscaping and Drainage
The “City of Irwindale Commercial and Industrial Design Guidelines” and the Zoning Code requires that ten percent (10%) of the project site is landscaped. The proposed landscape plan shows that approximately 30,140 square feet (14%) of the project site would be a combination of parking lot shade trees, shrubs, and groundcover. As required by the Irwindale Municipal Code, all operations are enclosed within the building or screened from the public right of way by a proposed wall with a building height of eight (8) feet.

The proposed drainage system improvements would be designed in accordance with City requirements and would require City approval.

Access and Circulation
Ingress and egress to the site are provided via two (2) driveways, one (1) fronting onto Live Oak Avenue and the other fronting on Rivergrade Road. While the proposed driveways are connected through a surface parking lot on the east side of the property, through traffic is restricted by a proposed truck yard. Vehicular traffic is restricted by an 8’-0” gate that leads to the truck yard.

From Live Oak Avenue, the driveway is proposed to be right in, right out to minimize any traffic related impacts. As noted above, the traffic analysis prepared by EPD Solutions Inc. finds that the proposed project screens out of further VMT analysis and would not significantly impact LOS of nearby intersections.

Pedestrian access would be provided via a new meandering concrete sidewalk along the street frontages on Rivergrade Road, Stewart Avenue, and Live Oak Avenue. The existing public sidewalk abutting the Project site would be demolished and replaced with a new meandering sidewalk with new curbs, gutters, and landscaping improvements, consistent with the City’s standards. The Project would also include a 10-foot street easement dedication (totaling 0.27 acres) along Rivergrade Road, Stewart Avenue, and Live Oak Avenue. Additionally, internal walkways leading to the various entrances of the proposed building would be provided on-site and would connect to the new public sidewalk.

Parking
IMC Subsection 17.64.030.P(2) provides, “Offices not providing customer service on the premises” requires a minimum one (1) parking space for each two (2) employees on the maximum (most workers) working shift or one (1) space for each 350 square feet of gross floor area, whichever is

the greater and IMC Subsection 17.64.030(V) “Warehouse and storage buildings” requires one (1) parking space for each 1,000 square feet of the first 20,000 square feet of gross floor area, one (1) space for each 2,000 square feet for the next 20,000 square feet of gross floor area and one (1) space for each 4,000 square feet for all floor area over 40,000 square feet of gross floor area.

Based on the proposed square footage, the project requires 63 stalls, and 64 stalls are being proposed [four (4) ADA stalls, forty-nine (49) standard stalls and eleven (11) compact stalls].

Thirteen (13) of the stalls are future EV stalls and three (3) are stalls with EV Charging Station. The truck yard includes fifteen (15) trailer stalls. All parking is surface parking; there are no proposed parking structures or subterranean lots. The proposed project also includes four (4) short term bicycle stalls and four (4) long term bicycle stalls.

Building Height
The Irwindale Municipal Code does not include a maximum building height restriction in the M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) zone. Per IMC Subsection 17.08.085 “Building Height” means the vertical distance from the finished grade of the lot to the highest average point of the building or structure.

The rooflines vary from approximately 41’-6” to 45’-0” and the parapet walls, including the architectural features extend to a maximum height of 49’-0”.

Signage and Lighting
IMC Section 17.56.050 “Signs” provides the maximum allowable sign area for freestanding and wall signs. Based on the approximate square footage of the speculative industrial building, the allowable amount of wall signage would equate to ±1,025 square feet. Freestanding signs would be limited to 150 square feet regardless of building size.

Site lighting would consist of exterior, wall-mounted light fixtures; interior lighting; lighting for pedestrian walkways; ground-mounted decorative lighting for landscape and architectural features; lighting for the new parking areas and truck yard; lighting for the outdoor employee break area; and security lighting. Proposed lighting design would limit uplight and glare, and ensure that the site is adequately lit. The review and approval of a photometric lighting plan is required as a condition of approval.

ANALYSIS
Site Plan & Design Review Analysis
Before any Site Plan and Design Review is approved, the applicant must show, to the satisfaction of the Planning Commission and the City Council, the existence of the following findings of fact. Staff has determined that the findings can be made based on the analysis below:

1. The proposed project is in conformance with the general plan, zoning ordinance, and other ordinances and regulations of the City.

The subject site is zoned M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) and has a General Plan land use designation of Industrial/Business Park. The existing General Plan and Zoning designations are consistent, which eliminates the need for any legislative action such as a Zone Change or General Plan Amendment. The project also meets the minimum development standards for the applicable zones, such as setbacks, floor area ratio (F.A.R), parking and aesthetic design without the need for a Zone Variance to accommodate a deviation from any measurable standards. The end use is currently unknown, but the M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) zone permits many uses by right and

additional uses are subject to a Conditional Use Permit.

2. The proposed project is in conformance with any redevelopment plan and regulations of the community redevelopment agency and any executed owner's participation agreement or disposition and development agreement.

This finding is no longer applicable, as Irwindale Community Redevelopment Agency no longer exists. There are also no owner's participation agreement or disposition and development agreement involved.

3. The following are so arranged as to avoid traffic congestion, to ensure the public health, safety, and general welfare, and to prevent adverse effect on surrounding properties:

1. Facilities and improvements,
The proposed building is sited with minimum 20-foot setbacks from the north, west and south property lines. A drive aisle runs along the east side of the building and connects to a truck yard on the northeast portion of the property. Access is available from both Rivergrade Road and Live Oak Avenue. From Rivergrade Road, the northern entrance to the truck yard is setback approximately 46 feet and from Live Oak Avenue, the southern entrance is setback approximately 280 feet from the property line. The proposed site layout is anticipated to be able to accommodate projected queuing, avoiding overflow onto public roads. All structures and infrastructure improvements will be constructed to current code and completed prior to issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy.

2. Pedestrian and vehicular ingress, egress, and internal circulation, The proposed project includes a 10’-0” wide street dedication along Live Oak Avenue, Stewart Avenue, and Rivergrade Road for a new sidewalk including curbs, gutters, and landscaping improvements as needed to facilitate Project site access along the Project’s frontage. Internally, the two access points are separated by the truckyard, therefore, no through-site access would be available.

3. Setbacks,
The project has been designed to comply with and exceed the minimum required setbacks for the M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) zone. The proposed building is setback a minimum of 20’-0” from all street frontages, consistent with IMC requirements.

4. Height of buildings,
The Irwindale Municipal Code does not include a maximum building height restriction in the M-2 zone. However, the proposed building is designed to complement the massing and height of the existing buildings in the area.

Per IMC Subsection 17.08.085 “Building Height” means the vertical distance from the finished grade of the lot to the highest average point of the building or structure. The proposed roofline varies from 41’-6” to 45’-0” and the parapet walls, including the architectural features extend to a maximum height of 49’-0. Proposed walls are consistent with the maximum 8’-0” high requirement.

5. Signs,
Based on the approximate square footage of the speculative industrial building, the allowable amount of wall signage would equate to ±1,025 square feet. Freestanding signs would be limited to 150 square feet regardless of building size.

6. Mechanical and utility service equipment,
The site has been designed to attractively screen all rooftop and surface level mechanical equipment and storage area. The parapet roof will provide adequate screening of any proposed rooftop equipment. During the permitting process, a line-of-sight study is required to substantiate proper screening. Mechanical equipment and storage areas are screened, out of public view and often with solid walls and landscaping.

7. Landscaping,
The landscaping requirement has been met through considered choices of plantings appropriate to the location, building type, and building scale. Approximately 30,140 square feet (over 14%) of the project site is proposed to be landscaped in compliance with the “City of Irwindale Commercial and Industrial Design Guidelines” and the Zoning Code requirements for parking area landscaping. The proposed landscape plan is comprised of a combination of parking lot shade trees, shrubs, and groundcover.

8. Grading,
The existing project site is relatively flat and developed. The proposed project will incorporate berms around the perimeter in compliance with the “City of Irwindale Commercial and Industrial Design Guidelines”. A grading permit will be required and issued from Building and Safety.

9. Lighting,
All lighting is designed to complement the structures and oriented to properly illuminate the site as not to create “dark pockets” that could support nefarious activities or spill onto other properties, creating a nuisance. The premises will be secured with appropriate security lighting, to obtain a minimum of 1-foot candles over the entire site. A photometric lighting plan shall be submitted, subject to the review and approval of the Community Development Department and the Police Department.

10. Parking,
IMC Subsection 17.64.030.P(2) provides, “Offices not providing customer service on the premises” requires a minimum one (1) parking space for each two (2) employees on the maximum (most workers) working shift or one (1) space for each 350 square feet of gross floor area, whichever is the greater and IMC Subsection 17.64.030(V) “Warehouse and storage buildings” requires one (1) parking space for each 1,000 square feet of the first 20,000 square feet of gross floor area, one (1) space for each 2,000 square feet for the next 20,000 square feet of gross floor area and one (1) space for each 4,000 square feet for all floor area over 40,000 square feet of gross floor area.

Based on the proposed square footage, the project requires sixty-three (63) stalls. The proposed project includes sixty-four (64) parking stalls [four (4) ADA stalls, forty-nine (49) standard stalls and eleven (11) compact stalls]. All parking is surface parking; there are no proposed parking structures or subterranean lots.

11. Drainage,
A drainage port and Low Impact Development (LID) report has been prepared to address hydrology and drainage. The Public Works Department has reviewed and accepted the reports.

The applicant shall continue to work with the Public Works Department to comply with all applicable regulations.

12. Intensity of land use.

The Project site is currently fully developed with one existing two-story concrete industrial office building totaling 56,000 square feet and a surface parking lot. The Project site includes existing utility connections (water, sewer, and electrical). The proposed building will be a one-story, approximately 102,500 square foot industrial warehouse with associated passenger vehicle parking, truck parking, and twelve (12) loading docks. The proposed industrial warehouse building is consistent with the General Plan designation of Industrial/Business Park and Zoning designation of M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing), as well as adjacent industrial land uses.

4. The proposed development is consistent with applicable city design guidelines and historic design themes, and provides for appropriate exterior building design and appearance consistent and complementary to present and proposed buildings and structures in the vicinity of the subject project while still providing for a variety of designs, forms and treatments.

The proposed project incorporates many of the desired design elements from the Commercial and Industrial Design Guidelines including but not limited to: varied parapet heights to resemble tower elements; arched windows, ornately carved designs, metal awnings, vertical and horizontal score lines and a multi-color palette. In addition, the site design includes multilayered landscaping with meandering sidewalks.

CONCLUSION/RECOMMENDATION
The proposed development is a positive project for the City of Irwindale. It provides the City with a development that offers jobs and industrial opportunities in a state-of-the-art building.

Per IMC Subsection 17.08.085 “Building Height” means the vertical distance from the finished grade of the lot to the highest average point of the building or structure.

Fiscal Impact:

FISCAL IMPACT
The entire cost for the development will be covered by the Applicant/Developer. There will be no impact on the City’s budget. This project is subject to Development Impact Fees (DIF) in the amount of $736,052.50 per Ordinance No. 726 (July 11, 2018).

Attachments:

1. CC Resolution No. 2025-28-3616 - MND(1062969.1)

2. CC RESOLUTION NO. 2025-29-3617 SPDR 14005 Live Oak(1063116.1)

3. Attachments D & E

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ATTACHMENT “A”
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-28-3616

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE ADOPTING

THE MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION (MND) AND MITIGATED MONITORING AND REPORTING PROGRAM (MMRP) FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF ONE (1) ±102,500 SQUARE FOOT CONCRETE TILT-UP WAREHOUSE BUILDING LOCATED AT 14005 LIVE OAK AVENUE IRWINDALE, CA 91706 (APN: 8535-001-033) IN THE M-2 (HEAVY MANUFACTURING) ZONE AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS OF

FACT, PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT WHEREAS, Usama Douglah, 11620 Wilshire Boulevard, 10th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90025, on behalf of Rexford Realty Industrial, has made a request for a Site Plan and Design Review (DA) for the construction of one (1) concrete tilt-up warehouse building totaling approximately 102,500 square feet; and
WHEREAS, the Subject Property is located at 14005 Live Oak Avenue, within the City of Irwindale (APN: 8535-001-033). The Subject Property is currently zoned M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing). Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Site Plan and Design Review shall be referred to as the “Application;” and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, as amended, and the City of Irwindale environmental guidelines, the City, as the Lead Agency has analyzed the project and has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND). The MND was circulated for public review for the required 30 days from September 30, 2024 through October 30, 2024. A copy of the MND was circulated through the State Clearinghouse, posted on the City’s website (https://www.irwindaleca.gov/621/14005-Live-Oak-Avenue) and was available at the Community Development Department – Planning Division, City Hall, and the Irwindale Public Library. A copy of the MND and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program was posted on the City’s website; and
WHEREAS, the public review period for the MND ended on October 30, 2024; ad WHEREAS, the Final MND was prepared on the proposed project, including the Draft MND, comments received on the Draft MND and responses to those comments, and revisions and corrections to the Draft MND made in response to comments received; and
WHEREAS, on February 19, 2025, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the Final MND at which time it received input from staff, the City Attorney’s Office, and the Applicant, heard public testimony, and discussed the Proposed Project; and closed the public hearing and recommended that the City Council approve the MND and MMRP; and

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WHEREAS, on February 19, 2025 the Irwindale Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing, closed the public hearing and recommended that the Irwindale City Council approve the Site Plan and Design Review (DA), subject to the approval of a Resolution, which details the specific Conditions under which the Application was approved; and
WHEREAS, on March 26, 2025, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing, as required by law, on the Application and conditionally approved the Application at that same meeting subject to the approval of a Resolution, which would detail the specific Conditions under which the Application was approved; and WHEREAS, this document was prepared concurrently with the Site Plan and Design Review (DA) No. 04-2022; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.

A. RESOLUTION.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Irwindale, having reviewed and considered the information in the MND and supporting documents and materials, does hereby find, determine, resolve and order as follows:

1. The City Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference.

2. Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) and the City’s Local CEQA Guidelines, City staff prepared an Initial Study for the project. City staff determined that there was no substantial evidence that the project would have a significant effect on the environment after the implementation of Mitigation Measures.

Based on that determination, a Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared.

Thereafter, the City staff provided public notice of the public comment period and of the intent to adopt the Mitigated Negative Declaration.

3. The MND was circulated for public review for the required 30 days from September 30, 2024 through October 30, 2024. A copy of the MND was circulated through the State Clearinghouse, posted on the City’s website (https://www.irwindaleca.gov/621/14005-Live-Oak-Avenue) and was available at the Community Development Department – Planning Division, City Hall and the Irwindale Public Library. A copy of the MND and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and technical studies were posted on the City’s website.

4. The City Council has reviewed the Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration, comments received regarding the Mitigated Negative Declaration, and City

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staff’s responses. Based on the whole record before it, the City Council hereby finds: (i) that the Mitigated Negative Declaration was prepared in compliance with CEQA; and (ii) that there is no substantial evidence that the project will have a significant effect on the environment after the implementation of mitigation measures. The City Council further finds that the Mitigated Negative Declaration reflects the independent judgment and analysis of the City Council. Based on these findings, the City Council therefore adopts the Mitigated Negative Declaration, attached hereto as Exhibit “D” (https://www.irwindaleca.gov/621/14005-Live-Oak-Avenue).

5. The City Council has also reviewed and considered the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) prepared for the project pursuant to the requirements of Public Resources Code Section 21081.6 and finds that the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program is designed to ensure compliance with the mitigation measures during project implementation. The City Council therefore adopts the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the project, attached hereto as Exhibit “D” (https://www.irwindaleca.gov/621/14005-Live-Oak-Avenue).

6. The Applicant shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless the City of Irwindale, its agents, officers, or employees from any claims, damages, action, or proceeding against the City or its agents, officers, or employees to attack, set aside, void or annul, any approval of the City, its advisory agencies, appeal boards, or legislative body concerning the Application, including the related MND, MMRP and/or related entitlements approved in furtherance thereof. The City will promptly notify the Applicant of any such claim, action, or proceeding against the City and will cooperate fully in the defense.

7. The custodian of records for the Initial Study, Mitigated Negative Declaration, MMRP and all other materials, which constitute the record of proceeding upon which the City Council’s decision is based, is the Director of Community Development of the City of Irwindale. Those documents are available for public review in the Community Development Department – Planning Division, located at 16102 Arrow Highway and City Hall and the Irwindale Public Library, located at 5050 Irwindale Avenue.

8. The Secretary shall:
a. Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and
b. Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by certified mail, to the Applicant at the address of record set forth in the Application.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED THAT a copy of this resolution be transmitted to the City Council and to the Applicant.

The Secretary shall:
a. Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and

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b. Forthwith transmit a certified copy of this Resolution, by mail, to the Applicant at the address of record set forth in the Application.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 26th day of March 2025.

Larry G. Burrola, Mayor
ATTEST:

Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES } ss.

CITY OF IRWINDALE }
I, Laura M. Nieto, Chief Deputy City Clerk of the City of Irwindale, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025-28-3616 was adopted at a regular meeting of the Irwindale City Council held on the 26th day of March 2025, by the following vote of the Council:

AYES: Councilmembers:

NOES: Councilmembers:

ABSENT: Councilmembers:

ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:

Laura M. Nieto, MMC
Chief Deputy City Clerk
Exhibits (Digital Downloads):
• Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration (IS/MND) https://www.irwindaleca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/9470/14005-Live-Oak-ISMNDFINAL • Response to Comments (RTC)/Mitigated Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP)

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https://www.irwindaleca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/10775/14005-Live-Oak-AvenueRTC-MMRP-01152025-FINAL

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SP&DR(DA) No. 04-2022

ATTACHMENT “B”
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-29-3617

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF IRWINDALE APPROVING SITE PLAN AND DESIGN REVIEW (DA) NO. 04-2024 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF ONE (1) ±102,500 SQUARE-FOOT CONCRETE TILT-UP WAREHOUSE BUILDING LOCATED AT 14005 LIVE OAK AVENUE, IRWINDALE, CA 91706 (APN: 8535-001- 033) IN THE M-2 (HEAVY MANUFACTURING) ZONE AND MAKING CERTAIN

FINDINGS OF FACT
WHEREAS, Usama Douglah, 11620 Wilshire Boulevard, 10th Floor, Los Angeles, CA 90025, on behalf of Rexford Realty Industrial, has made a request for a Site Plan and Design Review (DA) for the construction of one (1) concrete tilt-up warehouse building totaling approximately 102,500 square feet; and
WHEREAS, the Subject Property is located at 14005 Live Oak Avenue, within the City of Irwindale (APN: 8535-001-033). The Subject Property is currently zoned M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing). Hereinafter in this Resolution, the subject Site Plan and Design Review shall be referred to as the “Application;” and
WHEREAS, pursuant to the authority and criteria contained in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) of 1970, as amended, and the City of Irwindale environmental guidelines, the City, as the Lead Agency has analyzed the project and has prepared a Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND). The MND was circulated for public review for the required 30 days from September 30, 2024 through October 30, 2024. A copy of the MND was circulated through the State Clearinghouse, posted on the City’s website (https://www.irwindaleca.gov/621/14005-Live-Oak-Avenue) and was available at the Community Development Department – Planning Division, City Hall, and the Irwindale Public Library. A copy of the MND and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program was posted on the City’s website; and
WHEREAS, the public review period for the MND ended on October 30, 2024.

WHEREAS, the Final MND was prepared on the proposed project, including the Draft MND, comments received on the Draft MND and responses to those comments, and revisions and corrections to the Draft MND made in response to comments received; and
WHEREAS, on February 19, 2025, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the Final MND at which time it received input from staff, the City Attorney’s Office, and the Applicant, heard public testimony, and discussed the Proposed Project; and closed the public hearing and recommended that the City Council approve the MND; and
WHEREAS, on February 19, 2025 the Irwindale Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing, closed the public hearing and recommended that the

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Irwindale City Council approve the Site Plan and Design Review (DA), subject to the approval of this Resolution, which details the specific Conditions under which the Application was approved; and
WHEREAS, on March 26, 2025, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing, as required by law, on the Application and conditionally approved the Application at that same meeting subject to the approval of a Resolution, which would detail the specific Conditions under which the Application was approved; and WHEREAS, this application is being processed concurrently with the MND and MMRP; and
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred.

A. RESOLUTION.

NOW, THEREFORE, it is hereby found, determined and resolved by the City Council of the City of Irwindale as follows:

1. The City Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in Recitals, Part A, of this Resolution are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference.

2. Based upon substantial evidence presented to this City Council during the public hearing conducted with regard to the Application, including written staff reports, verbal testimony, site plans and Conditions of Approval attached hereto as Exhibit “B,” this City Council hereby specifically finds as follows:

A. The proposed project is in conformance with the general plan, zoning ordinance, and other ordinances and regulations of the City.

The subject site is zoned M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) and has a General Plan land use designation of Industrial/Business Park. The existing General Plan and Zoning designations are consistent, which eliminates the need for any legislative action such as a Zone Change or General Plan Amendment. The project also meets the minimum development standards for the applicable zones, such as setbacks, floor area ratio (F.A.R), parking and aesthetic design without the need for a Zone Variance to accommodate a deviation from any measurable standards. The end use is currently unknown, but the M-2 zone permits many uses by right and additional uses are subject to a Conditional Use Permit.

B. The proposed project is in conformance with any redevelopment plan and regulations of the community redevelopment agency and any executed owner's participation agreement or disposition and development agreement.