MINUTES OF THE
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
LA MIRADA CITY COUNCIL
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022 - 6:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
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2. INVOCATION
The invocation was delivered by Reverend Jason Ko of Community Presbyterian Church of La Mirada.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Scout Troop 2019.
ROLL CALL
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The following staff members were also present: City Manager Jeff Boynton, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk Anne Haraksin, and City Attorney James Markman.
APPEARANCES, PRESENTATIONS, AND PROCLAMATIONS
5.1 PROCLAMATION FOR NATIONAL RECOVERY MONTH
The City Council proclaimed September 2022 as National Recovery Month in the City of La Mirada and the Mayor, on behalf of the City Council, presented a proclamation to Desiree Johnson.
5.2 PROCLAMATION FOR NATIONAL PREPAREDNESS MONTH
The City Council proclaimed National Preparedness Month in the City of La Mirada and the Mayor, on behalf of the City Council, presented a proclamation to La Mirada High School Teen CERT Coordinator Debra Moreno.
5.3 INTRODUCTION OF NEW FULL-TIME CITY EMPLOYEES
The City Council welcomed Ana Hernandez Gomez and the Mayor, on behalf of the City Council, presented her with a $40 gift certificate to Panera, a voucher for two tickets to the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts, and two passes to Splash! La Mirada Regional Aquatics Center.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
Pastor David Newman of Neighborhood Life Church promoted the Love La Mirada annual day of service event on October 15.
Jack Miranda commended Pastor Newman for his service to the community. He also commended Desiree Johnson for Third Step Ministry's recovery and education efforts.
John Sarega addressed the City Council to express his views regarding the Lamplighter news source.
APPOINTMENTS
7.1 REAPPOINTMENTS TO THE SENIOR COUNCIL
Councilmember Lewis moved and Councilmember Eng seconded to reappoint Diane Albert and Eugena Thomas to the Senior Council for terms expiring in June 2023.
MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Councilmembers Eng, Lewis, Sarega, Mayor Pro Tem De Ruse, Mayor Otero
NOES:
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Pro Tem De Ruse moved and Councilmember Eng seconded to approve the following consent calendar items:
8.1 APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
The City Council approved the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of August 23, 2022.
8.2 APPROVAL OF WARRANT REGISTER
The City Council approved the warrant register dated September 13, 2022 in the total amount of $3,639,297.50.
8.3 INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE CITY OF LA MIRADA FOR THE MONTH ENDING JULY 2022
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The City Council received and filed the City's Investment Report for the month ending July 2022.
8.4 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2021-04, NEFF HOUSE,
GEORGE HOUSE AND CARRIAGE BARN EXTERIOR SURFACE
REPAIR AND PAINT - REVIEW OF BIDS AND REJECTION OF ALL
BIDS
The City Council rejected all bids for Capital Improvement Project No. 2021-04, Neff House, George House and Carriage Barn Exterior Surface CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2018-03, STPL-5364(011),
IMPERIAL HIGHWAY PAVEMENT REHABILITATION FROM VALLEY
VIEW AVENUE TO WICKER DRIVE - APPROVAL OF PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS
The City Council found that pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, the project is categorically exempt under Section 15301 Class 1 (c) and would have no significant effect on the environment; approved plans and specifications for CIP No. 2018-03, STPL-5364(011), Imperial Highway Pavement Rehabilitation from Valley View Avenue to Wicker Drive; and authorized the City Clerk to advertise for sealed bids.
8.6 AGREEMENT WITH THEATER DIRECT, INC. FOR TELEMARKETING
SERVICES FOR THE LA MIRADA THEATRE FOR THE PERFORMING
ARTS
The City Council approved a professional services agreement with Theater Direct, Inc. for telemarketing services for the La Mirada Theatre for the Performing Arts and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
8.7 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 2022-05, SPLASH! POOL
DECK RENOVATION PROJECT - AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR
PROFESSIONAL DESIGN SERVICES
The City Council approved the selection of Aquatic Design Group, Inc. for professional design services for Capital Improvement Project No. 2022-05, Splash! Pool Deck Renovation Project, in the amount of $43,500; authorized the City Manager to execute the design services agreement with Aquatic Design Group, Inc., on behalf of the City; and authorized the City Manager to approve additional professional services up to 20 percent of the authorized contract amount.
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MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Councilmembers Eng, Lewis, Sarega, Mayor Pro Tem De Ruse, Mayor Otero
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS
9.1 RESOLUTION NO. 22-21 APPROVING THE BLANKET AUTHORITY TO
FILE APPLICATIONS FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT FOR
MEASURE A FUNDING FOR PROJECTS AND PROGRAMS
City Manager Boynton reported that the City would be submitting applications to the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District to receive funds for projects including the design of Creek Park and improving accessibility and walkways at Neff Park. He said Measure A provides an annual allocation to cities, in which La Mirada currently has a balance of $720,937. He said staff plans to use approximately $570,000 for the design of Creek Park and remaining available funds for the design of walkways and lighting improvements at Neff Park. He said Resolution No. 22-21 would authorize staff to apply for these grants and any future grants involving Measure A funding.
Councilmember Lewis moved and Councilmember Eng seconded to adopt Resolution No. 22-21 approving the blanket authority to file applications for grant funds from the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District for Measure A funding for projects and programs.
MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Councilmembers Eng, Lewis, Sarega, Mayor Pro Tem De Ruse, Mayor Otero
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
9.2 RESOLUTION NO. 22-22 WAIVING THE FORMAL BID PROCESS AND
AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF ONE FORD RANGER XL
SUPERCAB 2.3L ECOBOOST TRUCK
City Manager Boynton said Resolution No. 22-22 would waive the formal bid process and allow the purchase of one vehicle from National Auto Fleet Group for the Community Services Department. He said the vehicle is available under the Cooperative Purchase Provision of the National Joint Powers Alliance (NJPA) contract. He said NJPA is a member- 4 Minutes Regular Meeting September 13, 2022
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focused public cooperative of more than 50,000 member agencies throughout the United States. He said there is a need to purchase one 2023 Ford Ranger XL Supercab 2.3L Ecoboost truck for the Community Services Department. The vehicle would be used by the department for daily operational needs and for special events. He said the estimated cost of the vehicle is $32,360.
Councilmember Lewis moved and Councilmember Eng seconded to adopt Resolution No. 22-22 waiving the formal bid process and authorizing the purchase of one 2023 Ford Ranger XL Supercab truck for use by the Community Services Department.
MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Councilmembers Eng, Lewis, Sarega, Mayor Pro Tem De Ruse, Mayor Otero
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
10. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Members of the City Council reported on meetings and events they attended.
11. CITY ATTORNEY ANNOUNCEMENTS
There were no City Attorney announcements.
12. CITY MANAGER ANNOUNCEMENTS
There were no City Manager announcements.
13. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the Council, the City Council adjourned the meeting at 7:12 p.m.
Anne Haraksin, City Clerk
Attest:
Anthony Otero, Mayor
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