MINUTES
LA PUENTE CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY
SPECIAL MEETING OF
DECEMBER 13, 2022
Per Robert's Rules of Order Newly Revised 11" Edition, minutes are a record of the actions taken by the body. These minutes do not include a summary of the discussion but only reflect the action taken by the body. A complete audio recording of this meeting is available on the City's website www.lapuente.org.
A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of La Puente was held in the Council Chambers of City Hall, 15900 East Main Street, La Puente, California, on December 13, 2022, at 5:30 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Klinakis called the meeting to order at 5:36 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members present: Klinakis, Munoz, Argudo (arrived at 6:57 p.m.), Mendoza.
Members absent: Quinones.
Staff members present: City Manager Bob Lindsey, City Attorney Jesse Jauregui, City Clerk Sheryl Garcia, Director of Administrative Services Troy Grunklee, Director of Development Services John Di Mario, Senior Planner Abraham Tellez, Associate Planner Juan Galvan, Director of Community Services Alexander Bauman, Finance Manager Alexander Merkel-Medina, Management Analyst Martha Torres, Management Assistant Cece Dunlap, Office Specialist Destiny Rivera, Office Specialist Natalie Romo.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Klinakis led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENTATIONS
Lanae O'Shields, SoCalGas Public Affairs Manager, presented the City of La Puente with a $50,000 grant to update the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and Vulnerability Assessment Project.
She commended the City of La Puente and Senior Planner Abraham Tellez for effectively addressing the challenges that emerge as the City prepares the community for the impact of climate change, supporting communities that are low-income and people of color, and creating community engagement opportunities within their climate grant application.
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Ricardo Martinez submitted a written comment regarding the General Election results, budget transparency, revitalizing the downtown area, affordable housing, rent stabilization, and the public transportation system.
A. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY
MEETINGS
A-1 READ AND APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY MEETINGS OF NOVEMBER 15, 2022
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Munoz, seconded by Council Member Mendoza to waive the reading, and approve the Minutes of the City Council and Successor Agency meetings of November 15, 2022. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Klinakis, Munoz, Mendoza
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Argudo, Quinones
B. PUBLIC HEARING BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL - None
C. UNFINISHED BUSINESS OF THE CITY COUNCIL - None
D. CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY CONSENT CALENDAR
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Munoz, seconded by Council Member Mendoza to approve Consent Calendar Items D-1 through D-6. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Klinakis, Munoz, Mendoza
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Argudo, Quinones
D-1 CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION APPROVING WARRANT REGISTER NO.1542
Action Taken: The City Council and Successor Agency adopted Resolution No. 22-5766 approving Warrant Register No. 1542.
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D-2 CONSIDERATION OF AWARD OF YOUTH WORKFORCE GRANT
SUBRECIPIENT AGREEMENTS TO PUBLIC HEALTH FOUNDATION
ENTERPRISE, INC. DBA HELUNA HEALTH
Action Taken: The City Council: (1) awarded the subrecipient agreement to Heluna Health; and (2) authorized the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to effectuate these agreements.
D-3 CONSIDERATION OF A PURCHASE PRDER CONTRACT WITH SUPERIOR
PAVEMENI MARKINGS FOR INSTALLATION OF THE PARALLEL ON-STREET
PARKING SIGNING AND STRIPING PLAN FOR HACIENDA BOULEVARD IN THE AMOUNT OF $34,793.19
Action Taken: The City Council: (1) awarded the purchase order contract to Superior Pavement Markings in the amount of $34,793.19; (2) authorized the City Manager to execute the Purchase Order and approve change orders up to 10% of the original bid amount.
D-4 CONSIDERATION OF A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WORLD
SPACE FOUNDATION TO PROVIDE ENRICHMENT PROGRAMMING AT LA
PUENTE PARK
Action Taken: The City Council: (1) approved the Professional Services Agreement for programming provided by the World Space Foundation; and (2) authorized the City Manager to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City.
D-5 CONSIDERATION OF A PURCHASE ORDER CONTRACT WITH A-Z BUS SALES FOR THE PURCHASE OF A TRANSIT BUS IN THE AMOUNT OF $147,747.67 Action Taken: The City Council: (1) approved the purchase order contract with Creative Bus Sales for purchase of a transit bus; and (2) authorized the City Manager to execute, on behalf of the City, all documents necessary to effectuate this action.
D-6 CONSIDERATION AND APPROVAL OF A 30-DAY RESOLUTION REGARDING
THE CONDUCT OF TELECONFERENCED MEETINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
AND OTHER CITY BODIES UNDER THE MODIFIED RULES SET FORTH UNDER GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54953(E) AND OTHER APPLICABLE
PROVISIONS AS AMENDED BY AB 361
Action Taken: The City Council adopted Resolution No. 22-5767, authorizing the City Council, City Boards, and all Commissions of the City continue to hold teleconferenced meetings from December 14, 2022, through January 13, 2023.
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E. NEW BUSINESS TO BE CONSIDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL
E-1 DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION REGARDING THE PROPOSED COFFEE KIOSK
AT LA PUENTE PARK
City Manager Lindsey congratulated the returning council members on their re-election and noted that staff looks forward to continuing working alongside them for the next few years. He further introduced the item and recognized Associate Planner Juan Galvan, Finance Manager Alexander Merkel-Medina, and Office Specialist Natalie Romo for their work on the coffee kiosk project at La Puente Park.
Associate Planner Galvan recounted direction provided at a previous City Council meeting and presented the design for the proposed coffee kiosk with the requested rustic aesthetic.
The City Council reached a consensus to move forward with the design provided by Staff.
Mayor Pro Tem Munoz inquired about the time frame for the completion of the project, to which City Manager Lindsey responded that the completion date would be approximately 90 days from placing a shipping container order with the manufacturer.
Mayor Klinakis thanked staff for their work on the coffee kiosk and progressing with several of the park projects.
Action Taken: The City Council discussed this item and provide direction to Staff to move forward with the design provided.
Mayor Klinakis recessed the meeting at 5:56 p.m.
Mayor Klinakis reconvened the meeting at 6:31 p.m. for the City Council Reorganization.
CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
CERTIFICATION OF ELECTION RESULTS
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION CERTIFYING THE RESULTS OF THE NOVEMBER 8, 2022, GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION (CONSOLIDATED) A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Munoz, seconded by Council Member Mendoza to adopt Resolution No. 22-5768 reciting the fact of the City's Municipal Election (consolidated) held on November 8, 2022. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Klinakis, Munoz., Mendoza
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Argudo, Quinones
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INSTALLATION OF OFFICERS AND CITY COUNCIL REORGANIZATION
1. Outgoing Remarks by Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem, and Council Members Mayor Pro Tem Munoz thanked her colleagues, City staff, and volunteers for all their support.
She shared that her family has resided in La Puente since 1956. She thanked the City Council for the opportunity to serve the community and work on various projects that have improved the lives of La Puente residents such as the newly renovated La Puente Park. She further expressed gratitude for her re-election and to continue serving the public. Lastly, she thanked her husband, children, and former Senator Ed Hernandez.
Council Member Mendoza expressed her intentions to continue doing good work for the good people of La Puente. She stated that it is an honor to represent the many passions within the community. In addition, she shared her intentions to continue building on the many great ideas and innovations that have been taken on by the City Council. She expressed her contentment with having earned the trust of the people this election. She further thanked her family, husband, children, and late mother for their guidance and support.
Mayor Klinakis spoke regarding his re-election and acknowledged various volunteers for their contributions to his campaign. He expressed pride in the City Council's accomplishments over the last four years and through the many challenges presented to them. He emphasized that the City Council would continue to listen and work for residents of the La Puente community.
Lastly, he thanked his team, volunteers, voters, and his wife for their support throughout his campaign.
On behalf of the entire City Council, Mayor Klinakis presented Senator Bob J. Archuleta with a certificate for his honorable service, longstanding contributions, and exemplary leadership to the communities of the 30" Senate District. Senator Archuleta thanked the City Council and its residents for their support and welcoming him to the La Puente community.
Senator Archuleta acknowledged Mayor Klinakis and Mayor Pro Tem Munoz with certificates of recognition for their individual contributions and leadership to the La Puente community.
City Clerk Garcia noted that Council Member Argudo arrived at 6:57 p.m.
On behalf of Project LEAD, Briana Husto and Samuel Gonzalez from Sierra Vista Middle School provided a presentation regarding the activities that students in the program participated in and organized this school year to uphold their goal of being the change they wish to see in the world.
Communications Director Laura Brantley, on behalf of Senator Susan Rubio, presented Mayor Klinakis and Mayor Pro Tem Munoz with certificates for their accomplishments in their roles.
Ramon Luquin, on behalf of Assemblywoman Lisa Calderon, presented Mayor Klinakis and Mayor Pro Tem Munoz with certificates of recognition.
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On behalf of Congresswoman Grace F. Napolitano, City Clerk Garcia presented Mayor Klinakis and Mayor Pro Tem Munoz with certificates acknowledging their invaluable service and guidance to the La Puente community.
On behalf of the Hacienda La Puente Unified School District, City Clerk Garcia presented Mayor Klinakis and Mayor Pro Tem Munoz with certificates for their contributions and exemplary service to the La Puente community.
City Manager Lindsey, on behalf of all City Staff, presented Mayor Klinakis and Mayor Pro Tem Munoz with gifts in appreciation of their guidance and leadership these past few years.
2. Installation of Officers and Oaths of Office
Mayor Klinakis relinquished the gavel to City Clerk Sheryl Garcia.
City Clerk Garcia administered the oath of office to incoming Council Member Klinakis, Council Member Mendoza, and Council Member Munoz.
3. Selection of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
City Clerk Garcia opened the nominations for Mayor.
Council Member Munoz made a motion to nominate Council Member Klinakis for Mayor, that was seconded by Council Member Mendoza. With no other nominations, the nominations were closed, and a roll call vote was taken.
AYES: Klinakis, Munoz., Argudo, Mendoza
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Quinones
Mayor Klinakis opened the nominations for Mayor Pro Tem.
Council Member Mendoza made a motion to nominate Council Member Munoz for Mayor Pro Tem, that was seconded by Mayor Klinakis. With no other nominations, the nominations were closed, and a roll call vote was taken.
AYES: Klinakis, Munoz, Argudo, Mendoza
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Quinones
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4. Incoming remarks by Mayor, Mayor Pro Tem and Council Members Council Member Mendoza expressed excitement for continuing her service to the public and acknowledged role's importance to her. She thanked the community for participating in democracy and being an integral role in La Puente. She stated her intentions to honor her oath to represent La Puente in forms that residents may take pride in. Lastly, she expressed gratitude and appreciation to her husband and daughters for their support.
Mayor Pro Tem Munoz stated that she is looking forward to the City Council's work for the next four years. She spoke of the City Council's accomplishments these past four years that enhanced the lives of residents. She noted the importance of collectively working with the local and state representatives to achieve and realize more for the community.
Mayor Klinakis thanked the City Council for their support and for being valuable members.
Lastly, he thanked his friends and former Senator Dr. Ed Hernandez for their support.
ORAL COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL - None
ORAL COMMENTS FROM STAFF - None
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business before the City Council, Mayor Klinakis adjourned the meeting at 7:27 p.m.
Approved this 10"h day of January, 2023.
Chake Khalk
Sheryl Garcia Charlie Klinakis
City Clerk Mayor/Chair
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