CITY OF MONTEBELLO
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
M I N U T E S
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 13, 2022 AT 5:00 P.M.
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
OPENING CEREMONIES
CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne called the meeting to order at 5:14 p.m.
ROLL CAL L – Members present were Mayor Cobos -Cawthorne, Mayor Pro Tem Jimenez, Councilmember Peralta, Councilmember Melendez, and Councilmember Torres. City Clerk Jimenez and Treasurer Gutierrez were also present.
STAFF PRESENT – City Attorney Arnold Alvarez -Glasman, City Manager René Bobadilla, Assistant City Manager Arlene Salazar, Deputy City Clerk Alicia Fernandez, Assist ant to Dep uty City Clerk Kimberly Guillen, and Records Coordinator Angelina Padilla.
Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne changed the order of the agenda to begin with Presentations, Recognition of and Administration of Oath of Office to New Chief of Police, Paul Espinosa. Closed Session was also moved to the end of the agenda.
CLOSED SESSION – MOVED TO AFTER COUNCIL ORALS
CEREMONIAL/PRESENTATIONS
5. RECOGNITION OF AND ADMINISTRATION OF OATH OF OFFICE TO NEW CHIEF OF POLICE – PAUL ESPINOSA – Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne recognized Chief of Police, Paul Espinosa, and invited City Clerk Jimenez and Chief Espinosa on stage to administer the Oath of Office. City Clerk Jimenez administered the Oath of Office while Ms. Yolanda Espinosa, Chief Espinosa’s wife, held the bible; following with Luke Espinosa, Chief Espinosa’s son , pinning the Chief’s badge. Mayor Cobos -Cawthorne gave a brief introduction of Chief Espinosa and congratulated on joining the Montebello team. Chief Espinosa said a few words and expressed his gratitude. Colleagues of Chief Espinosa were invited to say a few words as well.
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The Mayor invited everyone for dessert in the lobby and recessed the meeting at 5:35 p.m.
The meeting resumed at 6:03 p.m.
REGULAR SESSION – NO LATER THAN 6:00 P.M.
INVOCATION – Chief Paul Espinosa’s wife, Yolanda Espinosa
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Chief Paul Espinosa
CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA – CITY MANAGER
City Manager René Bobadilla announced that Staff Report for Item No. 12 was amended by Director Public Works, James Enriquez.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA AND AGENDA ITEMS (30 MINUTES) The City Clerk Office’s had five (5) members of the public wishing to address the City Council in person. Speakers were provided three minutes to address the City Council and said speaker cards are on file at the City Clerk’s office.
The City Clerk Office acknowledged two (2) written public comments submitted to the City’s public comment email address. Said comments are on file at the City Clerk’s office.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS ON ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
Director of Recreation & Community Services provided the City Council an upd ate on the drive - through Easter event. Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne announced upcoming City events and requested a change of order in the agenda; Item No. 8 was moved be discussed first.
8. MONTEBELLO BOULEVARD GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT – CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE STANDARD FORM AGREEMENT NO. 3974
Mr. Phil Balmeo, SGVCOG Interim Project Manager, provided the City Council with a presentation on the Montebello Grade Separation project. It included an overview on the UPPR Construction and Maintenance Agreement, Project Current Status, Project Overview, Detour Routes, Demo Material, Project Phasing, Anticipated Schedule, and Outreach. Mr.
Eric Shen, Director of Capital Projects/Chief Engineer for SGVCOG was available to answer City Council clarifying questions.
It was motioned by Councilmember Peralta, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Jimenez that:
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve the Construction, Operation and Maintenance (COM) Standard Form Agreement No. 3974 (Attachment A) for the subject project and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement on behalf of the City in the final form approved by the City Attorney; and
2) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
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Motion was approved unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING
6. DEVELOPMENT AGREEMEN T NO. 3973 WITH MAGN A & MAGNA, INC., PLA NNED
DEVELOPMENT DISTRICT INCLUDING A DENSITY OVERLAY AND HEIGHT O VERLAY AND
PRECISE PLAN OF DEVELOPMENT, PARKING MANAGEMENT PLAN, AND SITE PLAN REVIEW TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF 140 RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNITS AT PROJECT SITE A (116, 128, AND 136 N . POPLAR AVE) AND 16 RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNITS AT PROJECT SITE B (129-133 N. POPLAR AVE) FOR A TOTAL OF 156 RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNITS (CASE NOS. PC-2021-0008-PD-PMP-SPR/DA-04-21/ENV-04-22-SE)
Director Palombi provided the City Council with a brief presentation on the project and was available to answer any questions.
City Attorney Glasman -Alvarez opened the Public Hearing and explained the process. Mr.
Todd Nelson and Mr. Jaime Rojas, Magma & Magma applicants, announced that they were present and available to answer any questions. The City Clerk Office’s acknowledged five (5) members of the public wishing to address the City Council in support of this Public Hearing item; one (1) in pe rson and four (4) telephonic speakers. Speakers were provided three minutes to address the City Council and said speaker cards are on file at the City Clerk’s office. The City Clerk Office acknowledged five (5) written public comments submitted to the City’s public comment email address in support of this item. Said comments are on file at the City Clerk’s office.
The City Clerk Office’s acknowledged one (1) member of the public wishing to address the City Council in opposition of this item; speaker was pr ovided three minutes to address the City Council.
Mr. Todd Nelson and Mr. Jaime Rojas answered clarifying questions from the City Council.
It was motioned by Mayor Pro Tem Jimenez, seconded by Councilmember Melendez that:
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Determine and find that the Project is statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the Sustainable Communities Project Exemption per California Public Resources Code Section 21155.1 (“ENV-04-22-SE”); and 2) Adoption of City Council Resolution No. 22-18 approving a Planned Development District including a Density Overlay and Height Overlay and Precise Plan of Development, Parking Management Plan, and Site Plan Review, with Conditions (“PC -2021-0008-PD-PMP- SPR”); and
3) Introduce and waive first reading of Ordinance No. 2448 approving a Development Agreement (“DA-04-21”) by and between the City of Montebello (“City”) and Magna & Magna, Inc.; and
4) Take such other additional, related, action that may be desirable.
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Motion was approved unanimously.
REGULAR BUSINESS
7. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 22-21 RESCINDING RESOLUTION NOS. 20-21, 20-22, 20-23, 20-33, AND 20-61 WHICH DECLARED A LOCAL EMERGENCY AS A RESULT OF THE CORONA VIRUS (COVID-19) AND RESCINDING R ESOLUTION NO. 21 -85 WHICH AUTHORIZED TELECONFERENCED OPEN MEETINGS PURSUANT TO AB 361
Councilmember Peralta asked clarifying questions in regard to which other local cities have lifted the local emergency order. City Manager Bobadilla stated that the City is not keeping track of what other cities are doing but will cautiously re -open and if a threat returns, the City will be prepared to reinstate the order. Councilmember Peralta requested to amend the original motion to still allow telephonic speakers.
Councilmember Torres asked clarifying questions in regard if how thi s would affect the current COVID -19 testing that the City provides and COVID -19 related City funding ; City Manager Bobadilla explained that nothing would be affected.
Councilmember Peralta reiterated her request for a substitute motion to include telephonic speakers; motion was not seconded and City Council went back to the original motion.
It was motioned by Mayor Pro Tem Jimenez, seconded by Councilmember Melendez that:
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 22-21 Rescinding Resolution Nos. 20-21, 20-22, 20-23, 20-33, and 20-61 Which Declared a Local Emergency as a Result of the Coronavirus (COVID-19) and Rescinding Resolution No. 21 -85 Which Authorized Teleconferen ced Open Meetings Pursuant to AB 361; and
2) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Motion was approved by the following vote:
MOVED: Jimenez SECONDED: Melendez APPROVED: 3-2-0-0
AYES: Cobos-Cawthorne, Jimenez, Melendez
NOES: Peralta, Torres
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
8. MONTEBELLO BOULEVARD GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT – CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE STANDARD FORM AGREEMENT NO. 3974
Mr. Phil Balmeo, San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments ( SGVCOG) Interim Project Manager, provided the City Council with a presentation on the Montebello Grade Separation April 13, 2022: City Council Meeting Minutes Page 5 of 12
project. It included an overview on the UPPR Construction and Maintenance Agreement, Project Current Status, Project Overview, Detour Routes, Demo Material, Project Phasin g, Anticipated Schedule, and Outreach. Mr. Eric Shen, Director of Capital Projects/Chief Engineer for SGVCOG was available to answer City Council clarifying questions.
It was motioned by Councilmember Peralta, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Jimenez that:
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve the Construction, Operation and Maintenance (COM) Standard Form Agreement No. 3974 (Attachment A) for the subject project and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement on behalf of the City in the final form approved by the City Attorney; and
2) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Motion was approved unanimously.
9. UPDATE ON THE ART IN PUBLIC PLACES PROGRAM
Monica Mercado-Rodriguez, Planning Manager, provided an update to City Council and was available to answer any questions.
Councilmember Melendez proposed holding a meeting targeting the business community and the City’s Council Chamber office to receive public input/feedback. Councilmember Peralta commented on her support for this item. Mayor Pro Tem Jimenez requested to receive and file the report and engage more members of the community. Councilmember Torres commented on his support for this item. Mayor Cobos -Cawthorne stated that she is in support of this ite m but not in favor of the fee structures and stated that she would like to direct Staff to conduct business outreach and receive art advisory throughout the selection process. City Manager Bobadilla suggested hiring a consultant to create a program that would include the City Council’s suggestions, including outreach and the feedback.
Councilmember Melendez motioned that Staff be directed to engage the City’s Chamber and the community to receive public input.
Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne clarified the motion. The motion included directing Staff draft an RFP; further consider public outreach from businesses while including the Montebello Chamber’s engagement; and further review the fee structure. Motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Jimenez and approved unanimously.
Motion approved unanimously.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Peralta pulled Item No’s. 17, 21, and 22; Councilmember Torres pulled Item No’s.
10. 14. And 18; and Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne pulled Item No’s. 12, 14, 15, and 21. Mayor Pro Tem April 13, 2022: City Council Meeting Minutes Page 6 of 12
Jimenez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Peralta that Item No’s. 11, 13, 16, 19, and 20 be approved as recommended.
10. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 22-20 OPPOSING ELIGIBLE TRIBAL GAMING INITIATIVE
Councilmember Torres pulled this item for comments. It was motioned by Councilmember Torres, seconded by Councilmember Melendez that:
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 22-20 affirming the City’s opposition to “Legalize Sports Betting on American Indian Lands Initiative” related to sports betting on American Indian gaming casinos and licensed racetracks in California; and
2) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Motion approved unanimously.
11. APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. 3886 – SUMMER FOOD SERVICE
PROGRAM PROVIDER
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve Amendment No. 1 extending Agreement No. 3886 for an additional one -year (1-year) term to provide services for the City’s Summer Food Service Program; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment on behalf of the City. 3) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
12. APPROVAL OF A CHANGE ORDER TO THE CONSTRU CTION CONTRACT WITH GENTRY BROTHERS, INC. – BEACH STREET PAVEMEN T AND STORM DRAIN REHABILI TATION PROJECT - PHASE 1 (FROM VAIL AVENUE TO 5TH STREET), CP NO. 883
Mayor Cobos -Cawthorne pulled this item to commend Staff on their progress with this project. It was motioned by Mayor Pro Tem Jimenez, seconded by Councilmember Melendez that:
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Find that the requested “Changes in Work” for the project (Attachment A) have no significant effect on the environment and approve the changes in the aggregate amount of $389,870. The final contract amount with Gentry Brothers, Inc. is increased to $1,315,897; and
2) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Motion approved unanimously.
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13. NOTICE OF COMPLETION – MONTEBELLO BOULEVARD BIKE LANE AND SIDEWA LK IMPROVEMENT PROJECT [ATPSB1L-5247(026)], CP NO. 864
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Accept the Montebello Boulevard Bike Lane and Sidewalk Improvement Project [ATPSB1L-5247(026)] - (CP No. 864) as completed by Sequel Contractors, Inc.; and 2) Find that the requested “Changes in Work” for the project (Attachment A) have no significant effect on the environment and approve the changes in the aggregate amount of $1,623,611. The final contract amount with Sequel Contractors, Inc. is $7,456,191. 3) Approve the Final Total Project Budget (Attachment B); and 4) Authorize the City Clerk to execute, verify and file the Notice of Completion (Attachment C) with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder; and
5) Authorize the City Manager to release the retention payment due to Sequel Contractors, Inc. following the mandatory waiting period from the date the Notice of Completion is recorded; and
6) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
14. APPROVAL OF AMENDMEN T NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. 3316 WITH FLO -SERVICES, INC.
FOR ADDITIONAL SEWAGE PUMP STATION REPAIR SERVICES
Councilmember Torres pulled this item for clarifying questions which were addressed by Director of Public Works, James Enriquez. Mayor Cobos -Cawthorne commended Director Enriquez and commented on her support of this item. It was motioned by Councilmember Peralta, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Jimenez that:
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 3316 with Flo -Services, Inc. for additional sewage pump station repair services in the aggregate one-time additional amount not-to-exceed $269,579; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment on behalf of the City; and 3) Amend the Fiscal Year 202 1-22 budget by increasing appropriations by $100,000 in Account No. 100-30-310-6040.45 (General Fund, Public Works, Streets, Contract Services – Sewer Maintenance); and
4) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Motion approved unanimously.
15. APPROVE ACQUISITION AND LEASE FINANCING OF A TRACTOR DRAWN AERIAL FIRE TRUCK
AND RELATED RESCUE EQUIPMENT
Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne pulled this item to comment on her support for this item. It was motioned by Councilmember Peralta, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Jimenez that:
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
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1) Authorize the purchase of a Tractor Drawn Aerial (TDA) Fire Truck using the pre -bid Sourcewell contract #022818-EOI-2 based off Request for Proposal #022818; and, 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement with Kovatch Mobile Equipment (KME) Corporation (KME Fire Apparatus), in a not -to-exceed amount of $1,926,844 for the purchase and equipping/outfitting of a Tractor Drawn Aerial Fire Truck; and 3) Approve a resolution for financing the lease/purchase of the Tractor Drawn Aerial (TDA) Fire Truck and required equipment from Kovatch Mobile Equipment and Leasing 2, Inc.; and
4) Find that the use of the pre -bid Sourcewell contract #022818 -EOI-2 conforms with Montebello Municipal Code Chapter 3.20.050 (F), Cooperative Purchase; and 5) Approve the surplus of the unneeded fire truck and any associated equipment currently used as a reserve apparatus; and
6) Take such additional, related actions necessary to effectively and efficiently procure the Tractor Drawn Aerial Fire Truck and required Rescue Equipment from KME Fire Apparatus and Leasing 2, Inc.
16. APPROVAL OF PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. 3963 FOR A C OMMUNITY RISK
ASSESSMENT AND ANALYSIS TO JACOB GREEN & ASSOCIATES (JGA)
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Award Professional Services Agreement No. 3963 to Jacob Green & Associates (JGA) in an amount not to exceed $103,026 to prepare a Community Risk Assessment and Analysis, Request for Proposal No. 22-3; and
2) Authorize the City Manager to take action necessary to execute and finalize a contract on behalf of the City; and
3) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
17. RECEIVE AND FILE COMMUNITY PROJECT FUNDING REQUEST FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023 FROM
CONGRESSWOMAN LINDA SANCHEZ FOR THE MONTEBELLO PUBLIC SAFETY CRITICAL
COMMUNICATIONS UPGRADE PROJECT AND A NEW FIRE STATION AND TRAINING CENTER
Councilmember Peralta pulled this item to express her support and requested that Staff provide a general report to better understand the funding. Fire Chief Fernando Pelaez provided the City Council with a report. It was motioned by Councilmember Peralta, seconded by Councilmember Torres that:
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file:
1) Information regarding two (2) project requests for Community Project Funding for Fiscal Year 2023 from the office of Congresswoman Linda Sánchez:
$2.5 million for the Montebello Public Safety Critical Communications Upgrade Project
$9.5 million for a New Fire Station and Training Center 2) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
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18. PAYMENT OF BILLS: RESOLUTION NO. 22 -19 APPROVING THE CITY WARRANT REGISTER OF DEMANDS DATED APRIL 13, 2022
Councilmember Torres confirmed that he pulled th is item erroneously and motioned to approve the item; seconded by Councilmember Melendez and approved unanimously.
RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 22 -19 approving the Warrant Register dated April 13, 2022
19. APPROVE INCREASE TO THE BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER AMOUNT TO ALLS TAR FIRE EQUIPMENT, INC. AND GALLS, LLC FOR FIRE-RELATED PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND HOSE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2021-22
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve an increase of $245,000 to the blanket purchase o rder with Allstar Fire Equipment, Inc. for personal protective equipment and fire hose to a not to exceed amount of $275,000 for Fiscal Year 2021-22; and
2) Approve an increase of $46,000 to the blanket purchase order with Galls, LLC for personal protective equipment to a not to exceed amount of $95,000 for Fiscal Year 2021-22; and 3) Amend the Fiscal Year 2021 -22 Budget by increasing appropriations by $31,000 in Account No. 100-85-860-6016 (Fire Department, Suppression, Uniform Expense); and 4) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
20. APPROVE ISSUANCE OF A BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER TO ALLSTAR FIRE EQUIPMENT, INC., GALLS LLC, AND MUNICIPAL EMERGENCY SERVICES, INC. FOR PERSONAL PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT, UNIFORM APPAREL AND FIRE -RELATED SUPPLIES AND E QUIPMENT FOR
MULTI-YEAR PERIODS
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve issuing an annual blanket purchase order to Allstar Fire Equipment, Inc. for personal protective equipment and fire -related supplies in an initial amount that shall not exceed $250,000 annually beginning Fiscal Year 2022-23 through 2024-25 ($750,000 total over a three (3) year period); and
2) Approve issuing an annual blanket purchase order to Galls, LLC for personal protective equipment, uniform apparel and f ire-related supplies in an initial amount that shall not exceed $175,000 annually beginning Fiscal Year 2022 -23 through 2025 -26 ($700,000 total over a four (4) year period); and
3) Approve issuing an annual blanket purchase order to Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. (MES) for personal protective equipment and fire -related supplies in an initial amount that shall not exceed $175,000 annually beginning Fiscal Year 2022 -23 through 2024-25 ($525,000 total over a three (3) year period); and
4) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
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21. APPROVE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT W ITH IBE DIGITAL TO I MPLEMENT A
STRATEGIC INFORMATION TECHNOLOGY INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT
Councilmember Peralta stated that she is in support of this item but expressed her concerns on City Council not receiving the contract agreement or prevailing proposal and made a motion to table this item to the next Regular Council Meeting and include the requested documents for Council review; seconded by Councilmember Torres. Mayor Cobos - Cawthorne also pulled this item to express her support and urgency on this item.
Councilmember Melendez also expressed his support and urgency on the approval of this item, and asked that City Manager Bobadilla explain the documents that may have been missed. City Manager Bobadilla provided the City Council with an explanation of the RFP process and invited Director Razo to present a report to the City Council and answer any questions. Councilmember Peralta reiterated her motion and asked for a vote.
Motion failed by the following vote:
MOVED: Peralta SECONDED: Torres APPROVED: 2-3-0-0
AYES: Peralta, Torres
NOES: Melendez, Jimenez, Cobos-Cawthorne
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Councilmember Melendez motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Jimenez that:
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Authorize the City Manager to execute a five -year term agreement with IBE Digital to implement the Strategic Information Technology (IT) Infrastructure Improvement Project to include the City’s backbone network, storage and related software and hardware purchases, including procurement of installation and related services; and 2) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
MOVED: Melendez SECONDED: Jimenez APPROVED: 2-3-0-0
AYES: Melendez, Jimenez, Cobos-Cawthorne
NOES: Peralta, Torres
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
22. RECEIVE AND FILE PRO JECT FUNDING REQUEST FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023 FOR THE MONTEBELLO SEWER SYSTEM REHABIL ITATION PROJECT – FOR CONSIDERATION OF
FEDERAL AND STATE APPROPRIATIONS
Councilmember Peralta commended Staff for their work. Councilmember Peralta motioned, seconded by Councilmember Melendez that:
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RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Information regarding the Montebello Sewer System Rehabilitation Project request for Funding for Fiscal Year 2023 from:
a. The Office of U.S. Senator Alex Padilla - $3 million b. The Office of California State Senator, Bob Archuleta, District 32 and California State Assemblymember Cristina Garcia, District 58 - $2.1 million 2) Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Motion approved unanimously.
AB 1234 TRAVEL REPORTS
No items to report.
COUNCIL ORALS
Council member announcements; requests for future agenda items; conference/meetings reports.
1. Councilmember Torres – None.
2. Councilmember Peralta
Pet Fair Recap - Thank you Director Sosnowski, staff, vendors and volunteers! Councilmember Peralta commended Director Sosnowski and staff for the Vet Clinic that was held on April 2nd. Councilmember Peralta also acknowledged the community support and thanked her Council Colleagues for supporting this initiative. Spotlighting Rocio Gallardo owner of Kiki’s Treat s - Honoree for Montebello’s Favorite Women Owned Business – reserved to next City Council Meeting. Hearts of Montebello: Easter Pillow Collection Drive for seniors at the Golden Manor Retirement Center. Collecting pillows, pillow cases, plushies, and healthy snacks.
Golden Manor Retirement Center , April 15 | 10 a.m. – reserved to next City Council Meeting.
Farmers Market: Thursdays 5 -9 p.m. at 777 W. Whittier Blvd. (parking lot behind Wells Fargo) – reserved to next City Council Meeting.
Requesting city contact information for Council to be placed on the city website – reserved to next City Council Meeting.
3. Councilmember Melendez – Gave acknowledgement to Chief Pelaez, Angelica, City Manager, Sandra from MCAP and Staff for helping out a Montebello family of 7 who was displaced from their home after they lost it in a fire. They were able to help the family stay an additional week at their hotel. Councilmember Melendez acknowledged that this is the kind of work that the Council is very happy to do and noted that the Family is very thankful.
4. Mayor Pro Tem Jimenez – None.
5. Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne – Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne acknowledged the Fire Department’s MCAP team and also acknowledged the Montebello 911 Dispatchers.
City Attorney Alvarez -Glasman noted that only Closed Session Item No’s. 1 and 2 would be discussed; Items 3 and 4 did not need to be discussed at this time.
Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne recessed into Closed Session at 9:59 p.m.
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PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
The City Clerk’s Office acknowledged one (1) written public comment submitted to the City’s public comment email address. Said comments are on file at the City Clerk’s office.
CLOSED SESSION – 5:00 P.M.
The City Attorney shall provide a briefing on the item listed for Closed Session as follows:
1. THREAT TO PUBLIC SERVICES OR FACILITIES
Government Code Section 54957
Consultation with City Manager, Police Chief, City Attorney and other related City officials.
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
One matter related to SB 1383 compliance
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(1)
Francesca Tucker-Schuyler v. City of Montebello
Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 20STCV22180
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
Threat of litigation – One matter related to the CVRA
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Mayor Cobos -Cawthorne reconvened the meeting at 10:17 p.m. During Closed Session the City Council received a briefing on Item No. 1 and Item No. 2 , no action taken; nothing to report. City Attorney acknowledged that Item No. 3 and Item No. 4 would not be discussed at this time.
ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Peralta motioned to adjourn, seconded by Councilmember Melendez and the meeting was adjourned at 10:17 p.m.
THE MINUTES OF APRIL 13, 2022 ARE HEREBY APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON THIS 8TH DAY OF JUNE 2022.
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Alicia Fernandez, Deputy City Clerk