Debbie S. Baker
Mayor
Marshall Goodman
Mayor Pro Tem
Janet Keo Conklin
Council Member
Nitesh P. Patel
Council Member
Mark I. Waldman
Council Member
5:30 p.m. Closed Session
6:30 p.m. Open Session
La Palma City Hall
Council Chambers
7822 Walker Street, La Palma
CALL TO ORDER
CLOSED SESSION
CS-1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: One potential case, possible hostile work environment claim.
CS-2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8
Property: South of Orangethorpe Avenue, 42 feet east of the centerline of Alexander Avenue
Agency negotiator: Conal McNamara, City Manager
Ajit Thind, City Attorney
Joe Cisneros, Assistant to the City Manager
Negotiating parties: Crown Castle Fiber, LLC
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Under negotiations: Price and terms of payment
CS-3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8
Property: 5062 La Palma Avenue, La Palma, California
APN: 262-081-04
Agency negotiator: Conal McNamara, City Manager
Ajit Thind, City Attorney
Negotiating parties: Esoteric Homes, Inc
Under negotiations: Price and terms of payment
CS-4. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code section 54957.6.
Agency Designated Representatives: Conal McNamara, City Manager Ryan Hallett, Administrative Services Director
Steve Filarsky, Labor Attorney
Employee Organizations: La Palma Police Association
CS-5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 paragraph (1) of subdivision (d):
California Workers Compensation claim [Claim No. 4A2209CX9VD0001, Kim] CS-6. THE CITY COUNCIL WILL MEET IN CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957(B)(1):
PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT
Position Title: City Manager
OPEN SESSION to Begin at 6:30 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Council Member Waldman
INVOCATION: Pastor Tommy Hinostroza, La Palma Christian Church Council Member Keo Conklin
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ROLL CALL: Council Members
PRESENTATIONS
1. Recognition to Water/Maintenance Supervisor Nafarrete for his years of service.
2. Recognition of 2023 Volunteens and Presentation of Stipends ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (Time Limit: 5 Minutes Each)
Time has been reserved at this point in the Agenda for persons wishing to speak on any item that is not listed on the Agenda. By law, the City Council is prohibited from taking action on such oral comments. The matter will be automatically referred to staff for appropriate response or action or will be placed on the Agenda of a future meeting. Matters listed on the Agenda may be addressed either at this time or at the time they are before the City Council for discussion.
CONSENT CALENDAR (14 Items)
All matters listed under Consent Calendar will be acted upon by one motion affirming the action recommended on the Agenda. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to voting unless members of the City Council, Staff, or the public request that specific items be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate action. Any member of the public who wishes to discuss a Consent Calendar item should come forward to the microphone and, upon recognition by the Mayor, state his or her name, address, and the item number.
1. Waive the Reading of All Ordinances
Recommendation that the City Council waive the reading of all Ordinances in their entirety and read by title only.
2. Approval of Register of Demands
Recommendation that the City Council adopt a Resolution approving the Registers of Demands for June 20, 2023; July 5, 2023; July 18, 2023; and August 1, 2023.
3. City of La Palma Fourth Quarter Cash and Investment Report, Fiscal Year 2022-23, as of June 30, 2023
Recommendation that the City Council receive and file the Cash and Investment Report for the fourth quarter of Fiscal Year 2022-23.
4. Consideration of an Extension to a Site License Lease Agreement to operate an existing Digital Antenna System (DAS) within City Right-Of-Way Recommendation that the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to execute the First Amendment to the Site License Agreement with Crown Castle Fiber LLC (“Crown Castle”) for the Digital Antenna System (DAS) located within the City Right-Of-Way.
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5. Consideration of a Fiscal Funding Addendum with Konica Minolta for the City’s Copier Machine Lease Agreement
Recommendation that the City Council authorize the Mayor to sign the Fiscal Funding Addendum with Konica Minolta for the City’s Copier Machine Lease Agreement.
6. Modified Agreement with All City Management Services, Inc. for Providing School Crossing Guard Services
Recommendation that the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to execute a modified agreement with All City Management Services (ACMS), Inc. to provide school crossing guard services for one year, commencing July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2024.
7. Amendment to the Agreement with the Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA) for Animal Care Services
Recommendation that the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute an Amendment to the Agreement with the Southeast Area Animal Control Authority (SEAACA) for the delivery of animal care services in FY 2023-2024.
8. Amendment to the Integrated Law and Justice Agency for Orange County (ILJAOC) Joint Powers Agreement
Recommendation that the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute an amendment to the ILJAOC Joint Powers Agreement.
9. Short-Term Residential Rentals Ordinance 1-Year Update Recommendation that the City Council receive and file the report.
10. La Palma Police Association Side Letter Amendment
Recommendation that the City Council adopt a Resolution approving a Side Letter Amendment with the La Palma Police Association regarding holiday pay.
11. Placement of Glenn Karter’s Name in the Community Commemorative Area Recommendation that the City Council approve the placement of Glenn Karter’s name on a paver in the Community Commemorative Area.
12. County of Orange Stormwater Management Program Shared Costs Budget for FY 2023/24
Recommendation that the City Council take the following actions:
1. Approve the County of Orange’s shared cost budget for the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES) stormwater quality permit compliance program;
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2. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute payment upon invoice receipt not to exceed $27,000; and
3. Authorize the Mayor to sign and transmit the attached letter supporting the County of Orange’s Stormwater Management Program FY 2023/24 budget.
13. Notice of Completion and Acceptance of Work for the Central Park Emergency Generator Project
Recommendation that the City Council accept the work and authorize the Public Works and Community Services Director to file the Notice of Completion and Acceptance of Work with the Orange County Recorder for the Central Park Emergency Generator Project, City Project No. 22-PRK-01.
14. Award of Contract for HVAC Package Unit Replacement for the City Yard Recommendation that the City Council take the following actions:
1. Authorize the City Manager or designee to enter into an agreement with Control Air Enterprises, LLC to install a 5-ton HVAC package unit replacement for an amount not to exceed $35,000; and
2. Award a contract to Control Air Enterprises, LLC for a 5-ton HVAC package unit replacement for the City Yard Office Remodel Project, City Project No. 22-BLDG01 PUBLIC HEARINGS (3 Items)
15. Review And Consideration Of Precise Plan 290 (PP290), A Request By The Applicant, Blake Sign Company, Authorized Agent For La Palma Christian Center To Construct A New Monument Sign That Features A Double-Sided Electronic Marquee Located In Front Of La Palma Christian Center Located At 8082 Walker Street, La Palma, CA 90623 (APN 262-133-26).
CEQA: California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Exempt Pursuant To Section §15311(a) Accessory Structures (Class 11) On-Premise Signs Recommendation that the City Council take the following actions:
1. Open Public Hearing
2. Receive Staff Report
3. City Council Comments and Questions
4. Receive Public Input
5. Close Public Hearing
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6. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council approving and authorizing the Applicant’s request for Precise Plan 290 (PP 290), a request by the Applicant, Blake Sign Company, authorized agent for La Palma Christian Center to construct a new monument sign that features a double-sided electronic marquee located in front of La Palma Christian Center located at 8082 Walker Street, La Palma, CA 90623 (APN 262-133-26).
CEQA Exempt Pursuant to Section §15311(a) Accessory Structures (Class 11) On-Premise Signs
16. Review and Consideration of Amendment No. 2 to Conditional Use Permit 358 (CUP 358 A02), A Request By The Applicant, Mr. Grill Inc., DBA Mr. Lee’s BBQ, To Serve Alcohol With A Type 41 Liquor License (On-Sale Beer And Wine for Bona Fide Public Eating Place) From The State Of California Department Of Alcohol Beverage Control (ABC) At The Mr. Lee’s BBQ Restaurant Located At 6901 Walker Street, La Palma, CA (APNs 276-072-08 and 276-072-15).
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Exempt Pursuant To Section §15301 Class 1 [Existing Facilities]
Recommendation that the City Council take the following actions:
1. Open Public Hearing
2. Receive Staff Report
3. Receive Public Input
4. City Council Comments and Questions
5. Close the Public Hearing
6. Adopt a Resolution of the City Council approving and authorizing the Applicant’s request for Amendment No. 2 to Conditional Use Permit 358 to permit on-site consumption of alcoholic beverages under a Type 41 State Liquor License at the Mr. Lee’s BBQ Restaurant located at 6901 Walker Street.
CEQA exempt pursuant to Section 15301 Class 1 [Existing Facilities]
17. Introduction and First Reading of An Ordinance Amending Section 2-1 of the Article 1 of Chapter 1 of the La Palma Municipal Code Pertaining to the City Seal CEQA: Exempt pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15060(c)(2) and 15061(b)(3) Recommendation that the City Council take the following actions:
1. Open Public Hearing
2. Receive Staff Report
3. City Council Comments and Questions
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4. Receive Public Input
5. Close Public Hearing
6. Introduce an Ordinance amending Section 2-1 of the Article 1 of Chapter 1 of the La Palma Municipal Code Pertaining to the City Seal.
REGULAR ITEMS (3 Items)
18. League of California Cities Voting Delegates and Resolutions Recommendation that the City Council take the following actions:
1. Designate Mayor Baker as the City of La Palma’s Voting Delegate at the League of California Cities’ (LOCC) Annual Conference;
2. Designate Mayor Pro Tem Goodman as the City of La Palma’s Alternate Voting Delegate at the League of California Cities’ (LOCC) Annual Conference; and
3. Authorize the City of La Palma delegation the discretion to vote on any resolutions taking into consideration the information they receive at the conference.
19. Business Engagement Ad Hoc Committee Round Table Update Recommendation that the City Council receive and file this report and provide direction to staff as needed.
20. Capital Improvement Program Study Session
Recommendation that the City Council receive and file the staff report and provide direction to staff as needed.
COUNCILMEMBER AB1234 REPORTS, REPORTS FROM CITY-AFFILIATED COMMITTEES,
AND COUNCIL REMARKS
CITY MANAGER REMARKS
CITY ATTORNEY REMARKS
ADJOURNMENT
August 1, 2023
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