MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA HABRA
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING 5:30 P.M.
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REGULAR MEETING 6:30 P.M.
Monday, June 6, 2022
APPROVED: These Minutes were approved on August 1, 2022.
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING 5:30 P.M.:
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Medrano called the Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of La Habra to order at 5: 30 p.m. in the Council Chamber, Closed Session Room 112c, located at 100 East La Habra Boulevard, La Habra, California.
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Medrano
Mayor Pro Tem Gomez
Councilmember Espinoza
Councilmember Nigsarian
Councilmember Simonian
COUNCILMEMBERS ABSENT: None
OTHER OFFICIALS PRESENT: City Manager Sadro
Assistant City Attorney Collins
Assistant City Clerk Barone
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC FOR CLOSED SESSION MATTERS: None
CLOSED SESSION:
1. Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Name of Case: C.S. Legacy Construction, Inc. v. City of La Habra; Case Number: OCSC Case No. 30-2021-01182248-CU-BC-CJC.
Director of Public Works Saykali and Human Resources Director Balderrama were present for this item.
Deputy City Attorney Gary Kranker was present for this item.
ADJOURNMENT: The City Council reconvened at 5:48 p.m. There were no Closed Session announcements. Mayor Medrano adjourned the Adjourned Regular Meeting at 5:48 p.m.
REGULAR MEETING 6:30 P.M
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CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Medrano called the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of La Habra to order at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber, located at 100 East La Habra Boulevard, La Habra, California.
City Council
Monday, June 6, 2022
INVOCATION: Assistant City Attorney Collins
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Mayor Pro Tem Gomez
COUNCILMEMBERS PRESENT: Mayor Medrano
Mayor Pro Tem Gomez
Councilmember Espinoza
Councilmember Nigsarian
Councilmember Simonian
COUNCILMEMBERS ABSENT: None
OTHER OFFICIALS PRESENT: City Manager Sadro
Assistant City Attorney Collins
Assistant City Clerk Barone
Executive Secretary Hurt
CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENT: None.
PROCLAMATIONS/PRESENTATIONS:
1. INTRODUCTION OF SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS PUBLIC AFFAIRS MANAGER FOR
NORTH ORANGE COUNTY CLARISSA SERPAS
Mayor Medrano invited Clarissa Serpas to the dais. Clarissa Serpas introduced herself, stated that she will be serving La Habra and other North Orange County cities with the goal of establishing a strong relationship between the Southern California Gas Company and the City of La Habra.
PUBLIC COMMENTS: None.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
Moved by Councilmember Simonian, seconded, by Mayor Pro Tem Gomez , and CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (5-0) TO APPROVE CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS 1 THROUGH 12.
Said motion CARRIED by the following vote:
AYES: Mayor Medrano, Mayor Pro Tem Gomez,
Councilmember Espinoza, Councilmember Nigsarian, Councilmember Simonian NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
1. PROCEDURAL WAIVER: Waive reading in full of resolutions and ordinances and approval and adoption of same by reading title only.
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2. APPROVE THE SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1842 ENTITLED: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA HABRA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING PLANNED COMMERCIAL-INDUSTRIAL PRECISE PLAN 22-01 FOR A NEW COMMERCIAL BUILDING AT 731 EAST IMPERIAL HIGHWAY, MAKING THE
APPROPRIATE FINDINGS, AS PER THE APPROVED PLANS, AND SUBJECT TO
CONDITIONS
That the City Council approve the second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 1842.
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA): On December 3, 2018, the City Council of the City of La Habra approved a Mitigated Negative Declaration of Environmental Impacts 17-02 (SCH2018071057) for a commercial center at 701 through 751 East Imperial Highway, subject to the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program and the Statement of Findings of Facts. Staff has determined that the subject request, Precise Plan 22- 01, is consistent with the project analyzed by the previously-approved Mitigated Negative Declaration; all applicable mitigations measures have been made conditions of approval for the subject request.
3. APPROVE CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE – BIENNIAL NOTICE OF REQUIRED
AMENDMENTS
That the City Council:
A. Receive and file the 2022 Local Agency Biennial Notice to Amend the Conflict of Interest Code for designated employees of the City of La Habra;
B. Direct staff to notice and report any public comments to City Council for consideration; and,
C. Direct staff to prepare a revised Conflict of Interest Code within 90 days for submittal to the City Council for final approval and adoption.
4. RECEIVE AND FILE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF LA HABRA MEETING
MINUTES
That the City Council receive and file the Planning Commission of the City of La Habra meeting minutes of:
• January 10, 2022
• February 14, 2022
• February 28, 2022
• March 14, 2022
• March 28, 2022
• April 11, 2022
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5. APPROVE A RESOLUTION REAFFIRMING THE REQUIRED FINDINGS TO CONTINUE TO ALLOW REMOTE CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS AS REQUIRED BY AB 361
That the City Council:
A. Receive this report; and,
B. APPROVE AND ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 6062 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA HABRA , CALIFORNIA, MAKING THE LEGALLY
REQUIRED FINDINGS TO CONTINUE TO AUTHORIZE THE CONDUCT OF REMOTE "TELEPHONIC" MEETINGS DURING THE STATE OF EMERGENCY.
6 APPROVE REQUEST FOR A “STOP” SIGN AT GREENWOOD AVENUE AND LOIS STREET
That the City Council APPROVE AND ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 6063 ENTITLED: A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA HABRA , CALIFORNIA,
DESIGNATING THE NORTHBOUND APPROACH FOR T HE INTERSECTION OF GREENWOOD AVENUE AND LOIS STREET AS A ONE-WAY STOP INTERSECTION.
7. APPROVE REQUEST FOR A “STOP” SIGN AT GREENWOOD AVENUE AND HILLSIDE STREET
That the City Council APPROVE AND ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 6064 ENTITLED: A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LA HABRA, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE
SOUTHBOUND APPROACH FOR THE INTERSECTION OF GREENWOOD AVENUE AND HILLSIDE STREET AS A ONE-WAY STOP INTERSECTION.
8. APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH
THE L A HABRA CITY SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE PROVISION OF SUMMER ENRICHMENT RECREATION COURSES BY THE CITY OF LA HABRA FOR THE 2022
SUMMER SCHOOL PROGRAM
That the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement with the La Habra City School District (District) for the provision of summer enrichment recreation courses by the City of La Habra for the District's 2022 Summer School Program.
9. APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT WITH
THE LOWELL JOINT SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE PROVISION OF SUMMER ENRICHMENT RECREATION COURSES BY THE CITY OF LA HABRA FOR THE 2022
SUMMER EXTENDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITY PROGRAM
That the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager to execute an Agreement with the Lowell Joint School District for the provision of summer enrichment courses by the City of La Habra for the Lowell Joint School District's 2022 Early Learning Opportunity Program.
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10. APPROVE PURCHASE ORDER AND RENEWAL OF A FIVE -YEAR CONTRACT WITH AXON ENTERPRISE INC. FOR BODY WORN CAMERAS AND DATABASE MANAGEMENT
SYSTEMS, AND FOR CONDUCTED-ENERGY WEAPONS (TASER DEVICES)
That the City Council:
A. Approve to waive formal bid procedures per La Habra Municipal Code Section 4.20.070(E) regarding the acquisition of information technology equipment for the body-worn cameras, and 4.20.070(D) regarding the acquisition of the Taser devices;
B. Approve and authorize the City Manager to enter a five -year agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. (Axon) in the amount of $798,205 for the purchase, maintenance, support and replacement (as needed) of body-worn cameras and Taser devices; and,
C. Authorize staff to issue a purchase order to Axon for $159 ,641 for the initial purchase of 85 new body -worn cameras, 73 conducted energy weapons (Tasers), and associated hardware and evidence storage infrastructure.
11. CALLING OF NOVEMBER 8, 2022 GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
That the City Council approve and adopt State required resolutions pertaining to the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election as follows:
A. APPROVE AND ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 6065 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA HABRA, CALIFORNIA, CALLING AND GIVING
NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD IN SAID CITY ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2022, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN
OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES;
B. APPROVE AND ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 6066 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA HABRA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF ORANGE TO CONSOLIDATE A
GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION OF SAID CITY TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2022, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON SAID DATE PURSUANT TO SECTION 10403 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE; AND,
C. APPROVE AND ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 6067 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LA HABRA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO
CANDIDATES STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2022.
12. WARRANTS: APPROVE NOS. 00134320 THROUGH 00134592 TOTALING $1,898,576.26
That the City Council approve Nos. 00134320 through 00134592 totaling $1,898,576.26.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS REMOVED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION: None
PUBLIC HEARINGS: None at this time.
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CONSIDERATION ITEMS:
1. RECEIVE AND FILE THE PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2022 -2023 BUDGET
PRESENTATION
Director of Finance Shannon presented the staff report and a PowerPoint presentation, assisted by Department Directors and Department representatives.
City Council discussion included: Community Services staff relocation to the La Habra Children’s Museum with the salary currently funded in the City General Fund ; compliments on the special event held at the La Habra Children’s Museum this past weekend; support for arts, cultural, and youth mentorship programs; fleet fuel costs and the number of City alternative fuel vehicles; the imperative need for proper drainage and road repairs on Euclid Street; reasons for the budget increase for electricity; clarification on the elimination of four vacant part -time laborer positions; clarification of multiple ownership of the former Burch Ford and Northgate properties; anticipation of Measure T sunsetting and the possibility for outside entities to absorb it without it benefiting the City; and allocation of unused Capital Improvement Fund monies.
The following Department Directors and/or staff representative spoke regarding their department budgets, including major accomplishments and goals, and stated depar tment highlights as follows:
• Director of Community Services Fujio
• Director of Public Works Saykali
• Deputy Director/City Engineer Mendoza
• Traffic Engineer Plotnik
• Assistant to the City Manager Ferrier and Los Angeles County Fire Department Battalion Chief Chris Rash regarding Fire and Ambulance
• Director of Community and Economic Development Kim
• Chief of Police Foster
• Assistant to the City Manager Ferrier regarding Administration and Support
Director of Community and Economic Development Kim stated the address for the St. Jude Medical Office Building under construction is incorrect in the PowerPoint. The site address should be corrected from 431 West Lambert Road to 1201 West Whittier Boulevard.
Mayor Medrano commented on the dire need for improvements on Euclid Street.
Councilmember Nigsarian requested Euclid Street improvements be a top priority on the street improvement list.
Mayor Medrano directed staff to provide a report to the City Council after adoption of the annual budget on the status of street improvements on the Euclid Street portion from Whittier Boulevard to the northern City limits. Councilmember Nigsarian concurred.
Mayor Medrano invited the public to testify at 8:07 p.m. There was no public testimony.
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Moved by Councilmember Nigsarian, Seconded by Councilmember Simonian, AND CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY (5 -0) THAT THE CITY COUNCIL RECEIVE AND FILE THE PROPOSED FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 BUDGET.
Said motion CARRIED by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Mayor Medrano, Mayor Pro Tem Gomez,
Councilmember Espinoza, Councilmember Nigsarian, Councilmember Simonian NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
COMMENTS FROM STAFF:
None.
MAYOR'S COMMUNITY CALENDAR:
Mayor Medrano made the following announcements:
• La Habra Vaccination and Booster Clinic at the La Habra Community Center, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Fridays, 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., by appointment only. • COVID Testing at the La Habra Community Center, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., and Fridays 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., by appointment only. • La Habra Summer Active Day Camp, June 6, 2022, through August 12, 2022; Monday through Friday, 7:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., at Veterans Hall.
• La Habra Movies in the Park begins on Friday, June 17, 2022, at Oeste Park. • La Habra Police Department “Cool Cops”, Wednesday, June 22, 2022, 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., at Oeste Park.
• La Habra 4
th of July Spectacular, Monday, July 4, 2022, La Bonita Park. • La Habra Concerts in the Park coming soon to Portola Park on Thursdays in July at 7:00 p.m. • La Habra Child Development is accepting applications for the 2022- 2023 School Year for infant, preschool and school-age programs.
COMMENTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS:
Mayor Pro Tem Gomez thanked City Councilmembers for attending the Two On The Town awards, and congratulated Councilmember Espinoza, Councilmember Steve, and Police Captain Miller on their recognitions. He acknowledged Community Liaison Officer Paul Mahoney for his presence in the community. He requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of Ted Esparza and Lois Lundberg.
Councilmember Nigsarian stated that he attended the La Habra High School graduation ceremony, and congratulated the graduating Class of 2022. He spoke regarding his attendance to the Two On The Town awards ceremony. He recognized this day as the anniversary of World War II D-Day invasion of Normandy.
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Councilmember Espinoza stated that she attended the La Habra High School graduation ceremony, and congratulated the graduating Class of 2022. She thanked Mayor Pro Tem Gomez for recognizing her at the Two on the Town Awards, and recognized her fellow award recipients for their work in the community. She stated that she attended Sunday Mass at Our Lady of Guadalupe where Mayor Medrano recognized Sister Margaret and Sister Mary during mass. She asked for support from the City Council for a memorial for fallen soldiers in a centralized area of the city, instead of the current location at Valentia Apartments. Mayor Medrano concurred.
Mayor Pro Tem Gomez stated American Legion is currently looking into creating a memorial near El Centro Lions Park.
Mayor Medrano stated that he attended the Las Positas P rimary Youth Program exhibition, and commented on the success of the event . He stated he attended the La Habra High School graduation ceremony, thanked the school for the invitation, and congratulated the graduating Class of 2022. He stated he attended Sunday Mass at Our Lady of Guadalupe and recognized Sister Margaret and Sister Mary. He thanked staff for presenting the budget, and for their hard work.
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Medrano adjourned the meeting in memory of Ted Esparza and Lois Lundberg at 8:23 p.m. to Monday, June 20, 2022, at 5:30 p.m. in the City Council Closed Session Room 112c, 100 East La Habra Boulevard, followed by the Regular Meeting at 6:30 p.m. in the City Council Chamber.
Respectfully submitted,
Rhonda J. Barone, CMC
Assistant City Clerk