CITY OF LAWNDALE
14717 Burin Avenue, Lawndale, California 90260
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AGENDA
LAWNDALE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
Monday, June 6, 2022 - 6:30 p.m.
Lawndale City Hall Council Chamber
14717 Burin Avenue
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Interested parties may contact the City Clerk Department at (310) 973-3213 for clarification regarding individual agenda items.
This Agenda is subject to revision up to 72 hours before the meeting.
A. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
B. CEREMONIALS (Flag Salute and Inspiration)
C. PUBLIC SAFETY REPORT
a. LA County Sherriff’s Department Updates
b. LA County Fire Department Updates
D. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA (Public Comments) E. COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL
F. CONSENT CALENDAR
Items 1 through 10, will be considered and acted upon under one motion unless a City Councilmember removes individual items for further City Council consideration or explanation.
1. First Amendment to Staff Augmentation Services Agreement with Transtech Engineers, Inc.
Recommendation: that the City Council (a) approve the First Amendment to the Contract Services Agreement with Transtech Engineers, Inc., extending services for a six (6) month term, July 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022, in an amount not to exceed $39,000 (b) and Agenda
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authorize the Finance Department to transfer $39,000 from the Community Development Department’s “Salaries-Full Time” account to the department’s “Contract Services” account.
2. November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election – Calling for the Election, Requesting County Consolidation and Services, and Adopting Regulations for Candidates Statements
Recommendation: that the City Council (a) adopt Resolution No. CC-2206-024, calling for the November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election, designating the Assistant City Clerk as the Election Official; (b) adopt Resolution No. CC-2206-025, requesting County Services; and (c) adopt Resolution No. CC-2206-026, adopting candidate statement regulations.
3. Conflict of Interest Code Notification
Recommendation: that the City Council direct staff and the City Attorney to review the City’s Conflict of Interest Code to determine whether any revisions are required and to submit findings to the City Council no later than October 3, 2022.
4. Annual Investment Policy
Recommendation: that the City Council adopt Resolution No. CC-2206-027, reaffirming City Council Policy No. 80-04 pertaining to the City’s Investment Policy.
5. Telecom Law Firm – Third Amendment to Agreement
Recommendation: that the City Council (a) approve the Third Amendment to the agreement with Telecom Law Firm PC for an additional fee no to exceed $26,000 increasing the total contract sum to $100,500 and (b) extend the agreement term to June 30, 2023.
6. Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department Law Enforcement Services Agreement and Service Level Authorization
Recommendation: that the City Council approve the $108,012 increase to the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 for costs of Sheriff’s Services for the City, and authorize the City Manager to execute the Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Service Level Authorization on behalf of the City.
7. Photocopier Lease and Maintenance Agreement
Recommendation: that the City Council approve and authorize the City Manager or designee to enter into the NASPO ValuePoint Master Agreement with Ricoh USA, Inc., and execute any other documents necessary to implement the agreement with Ricoh USA, Inc. for the lease and maintenance of five (5) copiers for five (5) year period.
8. Consideration of Claim Against the City
Recommendation: that the City Council reject the claim filed by Mercury Insurance Company on behalf of Rolando Juniel and instruct staff to process the appropriate correspondence to the claimant.
9. Accounts Payable Register
Recommendation: that the City Council adopt Resolution No. CC-2206-023 authorizing the payment of certain claims and demands in the amount of $230,277.21.
10. Minutes of the Lawndale City Council Regular Meeting – May 16, 2022 Recommendation: that the City Council approve.
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G. ADMINISTRATION
11. Award of Contract for Landscape Maintenance and Tree Trimming Services to Mariposa Landscapes, Inc.
Recommendation: that the City Council award the proposed agreement to Mariposa Landscapes, Inc. for an amount not-to-exceed $2,748,379.98 over a three year term with the option to extend for two additional one-year terms, for the Landscape Maintenance and Tree Trimming Services (b) reject all other proposals received.
12. First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement for Staff Augmentation Services Agreement with W.G. Zimmerman Engineering, Inc.
Recommendation: that the City Council approve the First Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with W.G. Zimmerman Engineering, Inc. for 2022 Public Works Department staff augmentation for an amount not to exceed $38,400.
H. CITY MANAGER REPORT
13. Potential Cancellation of the Upcoming City Council Meeting Recommendation: that the City Council cancel the following City Council meeting:
Tuesday, July 5, 2022.
I. ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCILMEMBERS
14. Resolution Opposing Eligible Tribal Gaming Initiative Request by Councilmember Bernadette Suarez
Recommendation: that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2206-028 affirming the opposition to California Legalize Sports Betting and American Indian Lands Initiative related to sports betting on tribal gaming casinos and licensed racetracks in California.
15. Mayor/City Councilmembers Report of Attendance at Meetings and/or Events J. ADJOURNMENT
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the City Council will be held at 6:30 p.m. on Tuesday, June 21, 2022 in the Lawndale City Hall council chamber, 14717 Burin Avenue, Lawndale, California.
It is the intention of the City of Lawndale to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) in all respects. If, as an attendee or a participant at this meeting, you will need special assistance beyond what is normally provided, we will attempt to accommodate you in every reasonable manner. Please contact the City Clerk Department (310) 973-3213 prior to the meeting to inform us of your particular needs and to determine if accommodation is feasible. Please advise us at that time if you will need accommodations to attend or participate in meetings on a regular basis.
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that the Agenda for the regular meeting of the City Council to be held on June 6, 2022 was posted not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting.
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LAWNDALE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
May 16, 2022
A. CALL TO ORDER AND ROLL CALL
Mayor Pullen-Miles called the meeting to order at 6:31 p.m. in the City Hall council chamber, 14717 Burin Avenue, Lawndale, California.
Councilmembers Present: Mayor Robert Pullen-Miles, Mayor Pro Tem Rhonda Hofmann Gorman, Councilmember Bernadette Suarez, Councilmember Pat Kearney, Councilmember Sirley Cuevas
Other Participants: City Clerk Erica Harbison, City Manager Sean M. Moore, Deputy City Attorney Stephanie Gutierrez, Assistant to the City Manager/Human Resources Director Raylette Felton, Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Captain Duane Allen, Assistant Fire Chief Brian Bennett, Finance Director Hrant Manuelian,
Community Services Director Mike Estes, Municipal Services Director Michael Reyes, Acting Director of Community
Development Jared Chavez, Public Works Director Julian Lee B. CEREMONIALS
Councilmember Sirley Cuevas led the flag salute and Jimmy Orellana, Calvary Chapel South Bay, provided the inspiration.
C. PUBLIC SAFETY REPORT
Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department Captain Duane Allen summarized the recent law enforcement activities.
Mayor Pro Tem Rhonda Hofmann Gorman expressed pleasure for the list of vehicles being stolen for the residents’ knowledge.
Los Angeles County Fire Department Assistant Fire Chief Brian Bennett summarized the recent local fire emergency activities and noted the department will provide a monthly report moving forward.
D. ITEMS FROM CITY CLERK
City Clerk Erica Harbison provided voting information for the June 7, 2022 Primary Election and encouraged everyone to vote.
E. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA (Public Comments) Arnie Carrillo, Branch Manager of RJ’s Construction Supply, provided an update on the business’ code violation corrections and noted corrections will be completed by June. 10 Minutes-City Council Regular Meeting
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Stavro Antoun, Resident, spoke about his front yard landscaping, the Lawndale Municipal Code and recommended a change to the ordinance to all for drought tolerant material.
Jay Gould, Resident, spoke of a meeting with Metro that City Council attended and commended the councilmembers and staff for their support and expressed his concerns with Metro C Line (Green) Extension project.
F. COMMENTS FROM COUNCIL
The City Council responded generally to the public comments.
City Manager Sean M. Moore clarified the City’s ordinance allows artificial turf and drought tolerant landscaping and the City is required to adopt water efficient ordinance requirements.
City Manager Sean M. Moore noted a list of compliant landscaping plants are available on the City’s website.
Councilmember Bernadette Suarez commented she was informed by Metro staff of the new completion date of year 2033 for the Metro C Line (Green) Extension project and added the City continues to monitor the project.
G. CONSENT CALENDAR
1. Motion to read by title only and waive further reading of all ordinances listed on the Agenda
Recommendation: that the City Council approve.
2. Consideration of Claim Against the City
Recommendation: that the City Council reject the claims filed by Maddison McKinnieBennett and instruct staff to process the appropriate correspondence to the claimants.
3. Annual Review and Update to the Citywide Records Retention Schedules for Fiscal Year 2021-22
Recommendation: that the City Council adopt Resolution No. CC-2205-022, Updating City Council Policy No. 77-04 Exhibit “A” Records and Retention Schedule for Fiscal Year 2021-22.
4. Federally Funded Employment and Job Training – South Bay Workforce Investment Board Activities Summary
Recommendation: that the City Council receive and file the report.
5. Accounts Payable Register
Recommendation: that the City Council adopt Resolution No. CC-2205-021, authorizing the payment of certain claims and demands in the amount of $1,841,547.28
6. Minutes of the Lawndale City Council Regular Meeting – May 2, 2022 Recommendation: that the City Council approve.
A motion by Councilmember Pat Kearney to approve the consent calendar was seconded by Councilmember Bernadette Suarez and carried by a vote of 5-0.
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H. PUBLIC HEARING
7. Case No. 22-09 Consideration of an Urgency Ordinance Establishing Rules and Regulations for Car Wash Facilities within the City of Lawndale Recommendation: that the City Council (a) conduct a Public Hearing; (b) determine that Ordinance No. 1190-22 is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) of the CEQA Guidelines, as the activity will not result in a direct or reasonable foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, and also exempt under Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it can be seen with certainty that there is not possibility that the adoption of this ordinance may have significant effect on the environment and (c) adopt by four-fifths (4/5) vote of the City Council, Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 1190-22, extending 45- day Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 1189-22 by 10 months 15 days.
Acting Director of Community Development Jared Chavez provided the staff report for the Case No. 22-09 Consideration of an Urgency Ordinance Establishing Rules and Regulations for Car Wash Facilities within the City of Lawndale.
The public hearing was opened and closed immediately at 7:01 p.m., there being no one wishing to testify.
A motion by Councilmember Bernadette Suarez to determine that Ordinance No. 1190-22 is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to Sections 15060(c)(2) of the CEQA Guidelines, as the activity will not result in a direct or reasonable foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment, and also exempt under Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines because it can be seen with certainty that there is not possibility that the adoption of this ordinance may have significant effect on the environment and (c) adopt by four-fifths (4/5) vote of the City Council, Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 1190-22, extending 45-day Interim Urgency Ordinance No. 1189-22 by 10 months 15 days. Mayor Pro Tem Rhonda Hofmann Gorman second the motion which carried by a vote of 5-0.
I. ADMINISTRATION
8. Mid-Year Budget Update Report
Recommendation: that the City Council approve all recommended budget amendments noted in the Mid-Year Update for Fiscal Year 2021-2022, as outlined in Attachment A.
Finance Director Hrant Manuelian provided the Mid-Year Budget Update Report.
Councilmember Bernadette Suarez commented it is good to see a healthy budget but cautions regarding inflation and need to be mindful of future when looking at upcoming budget for next year.
Mayor Robert Pullen-Miles commented in concurrence with Councilmember Bernadette Suarez and the City will continue to take a conservative approach towards spending.
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City Manager Sean M. Moore commented the City will continue to monitor the City’s finances and staff will bring forward the final 2022 budget before July 1st deadline.
Deputy City Attorney Stephanie Gutierrez recommended City Council allow for public comment regarding the Mid-Year Budget Update Report item and approve recommended budget amendments.
Mayor Robert Pullen-Miles allowed for comments from the public on this item.
Public Comment
Stavro Antoun, Resident, inquired on the City’s overall cost of risk (taking liabilities and expenses and divided into overall budget).
Finance Director Hrant Manuelian responded he will look into it.
Mayor Robert Pullen-Miles and City Manager Sean M. Moore noted the California State Auditor’s and the City’s independent auditor rated the City high in meeting its financial obligations and financial reporting.
A motion by Councilmember Pat Kearney to approve all recommended budget amendments noted in the Mid-Year Update for Fiscal Year 2021-2022, as outlined in Attachment A. Councilmember Bernadette Suarez second the motion which carried by a vote of 5-0.
J. CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Sean M. Moore provided a summary regarding the meeting with Metro and Lawndale residents and noted Metro provided no new information.
City Manager Sean M. Moore noted staff will schedule meetings with the FY 22-23 Budget Subcommittee members to begin budget discussions in preparation for new fiscal year.
Councilmember Bernadette Suarez requested staff review the City investments and look at taking a conservative approach.
City Manager Sean M. Moore responded staff will review the investments.
City Manager Sean M. Moore commented the City is waiting for direction from the Golden State Water regarding water conservation mandates and should have direction by June 1st.
City Manager Sean M. Moore noted cameras were placed by a public works contracted consultant, without the City’s approval, to measure pedestrian and vehicle traffic and were removed immediately due to complaints and the public not receiving notice.
City Manager Sean M. Moore introduced the Deputy City Attorney Stephanie Gutierrez.
Deputy City Attorney Stephanie Gutierrez introduced herself.
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K. ITEMS FROM CITY COUNCILMEMBERS
9. Mayor/City Councilmembers Report of Attendance at Meetings and/or Events Councilmember Bernadette Suarez requested staff review a policy for public event sponsorships to relieve costs on the General Fund.
Councilmember Pat Kearney attended the Sherriff’s Liability Trust Fund and Oversight Committee meeting, California Contract Cities Association Annual Municipal Seminar conference in Indian Wells.
Councilmember Bernadette Suarez attended the California Contract Cities Association Annual Municipal Seminar conference, completed Sexual Harassment training, and attended the South Bay Cities Council of Governments Board of Director annual conference.
Councilmember Sirley Cuevas requested staff return with the cost of risk at a subsequent City Council meeting, requested the City be proactive with a water conservation mandate due the drought, and electric charging units for electric cars. Councilmember Sirley Cuevas attended the League of California Cities Speakers Series with Secretary of State Shirley N. Weber, Ph.D., Centinela Valley Union High School District 3rd Annual Safety Summit, and California Contract Cities Association Annual Municipal Seminar conference.
Mayor Pro Tem Rhonda Hofmann Gorman attended meeting with Metro and California Contract Cities Association Annual Municipal Seminar conference. Mayor Pro Tem Rhonda Hofmann Gorman provided reminders for the May 30th Annual Memorial Day event, Annual Health, Safety and Pet Fair, and the City of Lawndale General Plan and Hawthorne Blvd. Specific Plan Update 5th Virtual Workshop on June 22nd.
Mayor Robert Pullen-Miles attended the California Contract Cities Association Annual Municipal Seminar conference and reminded everyone to attend the Memorial Day Event.
L. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to conduct, the Mayor adjourned the meeting at 7:33 p.m. _________________________________
Robert Pullen-Miles, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Erica Harbison, City Clerk
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