Minutes — Montebello City Council, October 26, 2022

CITY OF MONTEBELLO

CITY COUNCIL AND PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY

JOINT REGULAR MEETING

MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 26, 2022 AT 5:00 PM

CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST

BEVERLY BOULEVARD

MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA

OPENING CEREMONIES

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne called the meeting to order at 5:05 p.m.

ROLL CALL
Members present were Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne, Mayor Pro Tem Jimenez, Councilmember Peralta, Councilmember Melendez, and Councilmember Torres. City Clerk Jimenez and City Treasurer Gutierrez were also present.

City Attorney
Arnold Alvarez-Glasman, City Manager René Bobadilla, Assistant City Manager Arlene Salazar, Senior Deputy City Clerk Alicia Fernandez, Deputy City Clerk Kimberly Guillen, and all Department Directors were present.

PUBLIC COMMENTS FOR CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
At this time, the general public may address the City Council/PFA on Closed Session Items. Please be aware that the maximum time allotted for members of the public to speak on Closed Session Items shall not exceed three (3) minutes per person. State Law prohibits the City Council/PFA from taking action or entertaining extended discussion on a topic not listed on the agenda. Please show courtesy to others and direct all of your comments to the Mayor.

There were no Closed Session public comments or speaker cards submitted.

CLOSED SESSION 5:00 P.M.

The City Attorney shall provide a briefing on the item listed for Closed Session as follows:

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Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne recessed the meeting into Closed Session at 5:06 p.m. to consider the following closed session items:

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 REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Government
Code Section 54956.8
Property:
901 Via San Clemente, Montebello CA
Agency’s
Negotiator: René Bobadilla, City Manager
Negot
iating Party: Topgolf
Under
Negotiation: Price and Terms
REGULAR SESSION NO LATER THAN 6:00 P.M.

CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne reconvened the meeting at 6:08 p.m. City Attorney Arnold Alvarez-Glasman provided the following report to City Council: a briefing was provided on Item No. 1, no action taken and nothing to report; a briefing was provided on Item No. 2, no action taken and nothing to report. It was noted that Item No. 2 is related to Item No's. 8 and 9, which wil l be pulled from the agenda.

INVOCATION
Sozenji Buddhist Temple led the City Council in the Invocation.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Muay Thai winners led the City Council in the Pledge of Allegiance.

CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA CITY MANAGER
City
Manager, René Bobadilla, announced that Item Nos. 8 and 9 would be pulled and discussed at a future meeting.

CEREMONIAL/PRESENTATIONS

3. RECOGNITION OF MUAY THAI TOURNAMENT WINNERS
Presented by Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne.

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4. RECOGNITION OF SOZENJI BUDDHIST TEMPLE'S 50TH ANNIVERSARY Presented by Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne.

5. BIKE MASTER PLAN/ BIKE RACK INVENTORY PRESENTATION
Presented by Planning Manager, Monica Mercado-Rodriguez, and Director of Public Works, James Enriquez.

Councilmember Peralta asked staff to explain the bike plan implementation, to identify stakeholders, and funding sources.

She further asked when the General Plan would be completed.

Planning
Manager Mercado-Rogriguez stated that implementation would be in conjunction with the General Plan.

City Manag
er Bobadilla stated that the General Plan would be completed early next year for Council adoption and would
take 6-8 months.

Councilmember
Peralta asked if bike racks would be installed at City Hall. City Manager Bobadilla informed Council that they would be able to make the recommendation at the time of adoption.

Councilmember
Torres did not understand the various suggestions in the plan; therefore, it was difficult for him to comment on this item.

Councilmember
Melendez
asked if the plan included alternatives and solutions to narrow streets with high traffic; Director Enriquez addressed his concerns.

Mayor
Pro Tem Jimenez thanked the team for progressing the project.

Mayor
Cobos-Cawthorne thanked the staff for the preliminary presentation and for a more thorough staff report.

PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA AND AGENDA ITEMS (30 MINUTES) At this time, the general public may address the City Council/PFA on both non-agenda and agenda items. Please be aware that the maximum time allotted for members of the public to speak shall not exceed three (3) minutes per speaker.

State Law prohibits the City Council/PFA from taking action or entertaining extended discussion on a topic not listed on the agenda. Please show courtesy to others and direct all of your comments to the Mayor.

The
City Clerk’s Office acknowledged eleven (11) speaker card(s) and eight (8) written public comment(s) submitted to the City’s public comment email address. Said speaker card(s) and comment(s) are on file at the City Clerk’s office.

STAFF COMMUNICATIONS ON ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
Director
of Recreation and Community Services, David Sosnowski, provided the City Council with an update on the upcoming special events. The events included the Farmer's Market, Halloween Fest, Dia De Los Muertos Celebration, Veterans Day Event, and the Winter Wonderland and Tree Lighting Ceremony.

PUBLIC HEARING

6. FIRST READING AND INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE NO'S. 2454, 2455, AND 2456 APPROVING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENTS (DA02-22, 03-22, AND 04-22) BETWEEN THE CITY OF MONTEBELLO AND CLEAR CHANNEL OUTDOOR, LLC FOR PROPERTY AT 1720 S. BLUFF ROAD, 1633 WASHINGTON October 26, 2022: City Council and Public Financing Authority Meeting Minutes

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BOULEVARD, AND 1915 W. WHITTIER BOULEVARD
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:

1. Introduce and waive first reading of Ordinance No. 2454 approving a Development Agreement (DA 02- 22) by and
between the City of Montebello and Clear Channel Outdoor, LLC for the property located at 1720 S. Bluff Road (Attachment A), and find the project is exempt pursuant to Sections 15061(b)(3) (“Common Sense Exemption”) and 1530
3 (“New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures”) of the CEQA Guidelines; and

2. Introduce and waive first reading of Ordinance No. 2455 approving a Development Agreement (DA 03- 22) by and
between the City of Montebello and Clear Channel Outdoor, LLC for the property located at 1633 Washington Blvd. (Attachment B), and find the project is exempt pursuant to Sections 15061(b)(3) (“Common Sense Exemption”) and 15303
(“New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures”) of the CEQA Guidelines; and

3. Introduce and waive first reading of Ordinance No. 2456 approving a Development Agreement (DA 04- 22) by and
between the City of Montebello and Clear Channel Outdoor, LLC for the property located at 1915 W. Whittier Blvd. (Attachment C), and find the project is exempt pursuant to Sections 15061(b)(3) (“Common Sense Exemption”) and 15303 (“New Constructio
n or Conversion of Small Structures”) of the
CEQA Guidelines; and

4. Take such additional and/or related action that may be desirable.

Director
of Planning and Community Development, Joseph Palombi, provided the City Council with a presentation regarding three separate Development Agreements. Approving the agreements would allow the relocation of five existing dual-faced static outdoor advertising signs with five new digital outdoor advertising signs. Furthermore, he explained the fees associated and the benefits of the new signs. Director Palombi was available for any questions.

Councilmember
Torres asked Director Palombi
to address the written comment that was submitted; Director Palombi clarified the concerns addressed in the comment. Furthermore, Councilmember Torres asked clarifying questions regarding the illumination of the signs. Director Palombi explained that if there were any lighting issues with the new digital signs staff would have the ability to dim the lights; additionally, the lights dim automatically during the day and night . Layne
Lawson, Vice President
of Public Affairs for Clear Channel Outdoor, further clarified how the external lighting is measured and was available to answer any questions.

The Publi
c Hearing opened at 7:53 p.m. The record should reflect that there were no in-person comments submitted. One written comment was submitted through the City's public comment email address. Said comment is on file at the City Clerk’s office.

The
Public Hearing was
closed at 7:53 p.m.

Coun
cilmember Torres cited Municipal Code 17.62.105 regarding the construction of a new digital display sign and asked Director Palombi to clarify the code. Director Palombi clarified the Municipal Code and stated that the code allows new digital signs per Section 17.62.105 B (C)(2). Councilmember Torres requested clarification of the term; City Manager Bobadilla stated that there was a 20-year exit.

Councilmember
Melendez
motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Jimenez that the City Council approve the item; Motion passed unanimously.

7. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 22-88 TO APPROVE SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION FOR THE PERMANENT

LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION (PLHA) PROGRAM FORMULA FUNDING PLAN

RECOMMENDATI
ON: It is recommended that the City Council:

1. Conduct Publi c Hearing and adopt Resolution No. 22-88 approving the submission of the grant application for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program Formula Funding Plan to collect the City’s $1,900,548 five-year allocation; and

2. Hold a Public Hearing for the consideration of approval of the City's Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Funding Plan and Resolution; and
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3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Fire Chief Fernando Pelaez and Deputy Director of Fire, Angelica Palmeros, provided the City Council a presentation about the history and purpose of the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program, the City's allocation, the timeline, proposed PLHA 5-year plan, proposed PLHA 5-year budget, social media outreach, and feedback update.

Councilmember
Peralta thanked Chief Pelaez and Deputy Director Palmeros for taking the City Council's recommendations into consideration.

Councilmember Melendez asked clarifying questions regarding the rental assistance process and qualifications.

Deputy Director Palmeros stated that most referrals are from the Police Department; individuals must be below 60% at risk; they also look for other areas of need such as medical or mental health; and verification that the individual is homeless.

Councilmember
Torres commended Staff for the presentation.

The
Public Hearing opened at 8:15 p.m.

The record should reflect that there were no in-person comments submitted.

The
Public Hearing was closed at 8:15 p.m.

Councilmember
Peralta motioned to approve the item as recommended by Staff, seconded by Councilmember Peralta; the motion was approved unanimously.

REGULAR BUSINESS

8. AMENDMENT OF AGREEMENTS RELATED TO QUIET CANNON MANAGEMENT AND ASSOCIATED

BUSINESS ENTITIES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:

1. Approve the amend ed Agreements related to the Quiet Cannon Management (QMC) and associated business
entities related to the Golf Course Improvemen ts in substantially the form as presented; and

2. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

This item was pulled by City Manager Bobadilla.

CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine. Any items a Councilmember wishes to discuss should be designated at this time. All other items may be approved in a single motion. Such approval will also waive the reading of any ordinance.

Councilmember Peralta motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres that Item No’s. 10 and 11 be approved; the motion passed unanimously.

9. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 22-84 APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE MONTEBELLO DRIVING RANGE PROJECT – TOPGOLF MONTEBELLO; APPROVING A CONTRACT WITH MCCARTHY

BUILDING COMPANIES FOR CONSTRUCTION AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE MONTEBELLO DRIVING RANGE PROJECT – TOPGOLF MONTEBELLO, AND MAKING CERTAIN

FINDINGS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH

RECOMMENDATI
ON: It is recommended that the City Council:

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1. Approve final plan s and specifications for the Montebello Driving Range Project – Topgolf Montebello (“Project”)
prepared by Aria Group Architects, Inc.; and

2. Approve the waive r of competitive bidding and find that McCarthy Building Companies is the only available and qualified contractor to provide the professional and construction services required to develop the Project; and

3. Approve and award a Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) Construction Contract to McCarthy Building
Companies for construction and construction management services for the Project; and

4. Approve a Notice of Exemption for the subject project and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Exemption with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder; and

5. Authorize the City Manager to make necessary non-monetary changes to the Construction Contract within the Guaranteed Maximum Price (not-to-exceed the net proceeds of the bonds) before execution; and

6. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Construction Contract in a form approved by the City Attorney; and

7. Take any other additional actions necessary.

This item was pulled by City Manager Bobadilla.

10. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 22-87 FOR AN AWARD FROM THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY

AND FIRE PROTECTION (CAL FIRE) FIRE PREVENTION GRANTS PROGRAM

RECOMMENDATI
ON: It is recommended that the City Council:

1. Adopt Resol ution NO. 22-87 for an award from the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL
FIRE) Fire Prevention Grants Program; and

2. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.

Approved unanimously.

11. PAYMENT OF BILLS: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 22-85 APPROVING THE CITY WARRANT REGISTER OF

DEMANDS
OCTOBER 26, 2022

RECOMMENDATI
ON: It is recommended that the City Council:

1. Adopt Resolution No. 22-85 approving the Warrant Register dated October 26, 2022.

Approve
d unanimously.

AB 1234 TRAVEL REPORTS
Members of the City Council will provide a brief report on meetings attended at the expense of the local agency as required by Government Code Section 53232.3(d).

None
.

COUNCIL ORALS
Council member announcements; requests for future agenda items; conference/meetings reports.

No
Council Orals.
• Kimberly A. Cobos-Cawthorne, Mayor
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• Angie M. Jimenez, Mayor Pro Tem
• David N. Torres, Councilmember
• Scarlet Peralta, Councilmember
• Salvador Melendez, Councilmember

ADJOURNMENT
The City of Montebello will adjourn to the next Regular Meeting on November 16, 2022 at 5:00 p.m. which can be live streamed at www.montebelloca.gov (Click on Live Stream).

I, Alicia Fernandez, Senior Deputy City Clerk for the City of Montebello hereby certify that a copy of this agenda has been posted on or before Sunday, October 23, 2022 5:00 p.m.

Alicia Fernandez, Senior Deputy City Clerk
Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne adjourned in memory of Lions Club Member Jerry Banuelos. Councilmember Peralta motioned, seconded by Councilmember Melendez to adjourn the meeting at 8:19 p.m.

Mayor Cobos-Cawthorne announced that the regular meeting scheduled for November 9, 2022, has been changed to November 16, 2022.

THE MINUTES OF OCTOBER 26, 2022 ARE HEREBY APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON THIS 16TH DAY OF NOVEMBER 2022.

AGENDA & NON-AGENDA

COMMENTS
From: Alix Alcazar
To: comment, ccpublic
Subject: [External Email] Anonymous Comment
Date: Wednesday, October 19, 2022 12:21:08 PM
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Montebello Leadership:

I am submitting this comment to ask you for inclusion of a rent control measure initiative on your 5 year plan.

I am a current resident and I went to MHS. I am happy to see many changes to attract outside customers; however, I am afraid that the projects funded by current residents will be enjoyed by new residents who can afford paying rent. In the future, I don’t know if I’ll be able to afford living here or will lose my housing.

Moreover, the current line items in your plan looked like a temporary solution rather than long-term. What happens when the funds are depleted? To protect current residents who love the city, please create an initiative for rent control. I hope this falls under the allowed items for this type of funding.If not, maybe is something to further discuss in other meetings.

Also, please share the email address to submit comments in your social media post.

Thank you.
-Montebello Resident
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From: Robert Heredia <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, October 19, 2022 1:26 PM
To: comment, ccpublic
Subject: [External Email] Voter integrity
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Flagged
To city of Montebello,

My name is Robert Heredia, I am new to Montebello. I am writing you due to my great concern about voter integrity.

We are having a issue across the nation with ballot harvesters. I spoke with a kind woman at the Montebello City Clerk Office and she stated that our ballot drop boxes do not have stand in security workers or cctv cameras. No security opens our city to ballot harvesters. Currently their are 4 open investigations regarding this very issue across the nation.

What is the City of Montebello doing to ensure this kind of thing isn’t happening in our town?

To make matters worse LA County District attorney George Gascon is investigating a case were CEO of a voting software company called Konnech was arrested in Michigan for anchoring poll worker data, drop box GPS locations and access to the voting systems on a server in China. This company contracted with several counties across the United States. Sadly, LA county is one of these counties that has this kind of relationship. (Hence why LA DA George Gascon is now involved).

To make matters even worse…CEO of Konnech “Eugene Yu” has contracted with private contractors in China giving them full administrative access to our voting systems. This is a matter of national security at this point.

Out voting turnouts are being manipulated.

What is the city of Montebello doing to contribute to end of voter fraud?

I’d appreciate your professional and kind reply. My suggestion is that we install cameras by the drop boxes.

During early voting and up to final day before elections…we film. Also, we could ask for volunteers from the community of Montebello to stand and guard the drop boxes to deter ballot harvesters.

I also suggest that city of Montebello publishes the causes for a felony regarding this subject on the website. (Home page in bold red font). This way, should any individual thinking to commit this kind of fraud will think twice. I also suggest sending a mailer to all Montebello residents (maybe a postcard) showing the rules for voting and mail in ballot voting which could also include the causes for arrest and a felony plus fines. ($$$).

I also suggest bringing in the sheriffs department and organizing a relationship with them on this to ensure the safety of all the city workers and residents of Montebello during these times of grace concern and question regarding our elections.
2 Voter integrity is everyone’s problem. Our public officials/representatives are elected by the people not by non- government organizations. Thank you for reading my email, I look forward to your reply.

Robert Heredia

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From: huffym <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, October 25, 2022 1:00 PM
To: comment, ccpublic
Subject: [External Email] Hotel Management Agreement
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed

Since I am a resident of Montebello I have a concern as to why our City Manager would want to extend the management of our City owned hotels at the Quiet Canon for an agreement of 30 long years!

What is the reasoning behind this thinking? This cannot be good for our City. Why not negotiate for a shorter time period or let other operators provide bids and perhaps, at a lower cost for a shorter time.

Another point I would like to voice is that legal agreement documents should be presented to all interested residents. Shouldn't these docs be attached to the council agenda packet?

The council needs to be transparent in every move they make for the city of Montebello. Residents need to know what our elected officials are voting on for Montebello. As a resident I will be watching as will my fellow neighbors.

Thank you.

J. Huffines

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From: Veronica Cabrera <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, October 25, 2022 5:15 PM
To: comment, ccpublic
Subject: [External Email] PLHA section of agenda
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Hello mayor, council members, staff and community members.

I am writing in to support the the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA). Thank you to our leaders and staff for your attention to this need in our community. I am a lifetime resident of Montebello, Licensed Clinical Social Worker and community housing expert. I would li ke to ask that you consider bringing community out with more creative ways then just the public hearings identified on this draft. Maybe Montebello can host a housing/ resource fair where community can get information on this PLHA and resources in Montebello and neighboring communities. I also highly encourage and request you all to in
clude an oversight committee where you can invite community stakeholders such as residents to be involved in this process. I hope you all consider the importance of community oversight and accountability in our work for equity in our community. Thank you for your time.

Veronica Rod
riguez‐Cabrera

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From: Randy Rodriguez <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, October 25, 2022 5:37 PM
To: comment, ccpublic
Subject: [External Email] City of MTB and Quiet Cannon Management Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
The City of Montebello should not extend the hotel management agreement with Quiet Cannon Management for city owned hotels for 30 yrs. This isn't a good financial/legal decision. The city should negotiate for a shorter term or go with another operator. Plus the legal agreements weren't attached to the council agenda packet. The public should be able to see these documents before council votes on this long term agreement.

Randy Rodriguez
MTB Resident 30 years

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From: Yvette Fimbres <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, October 25, 2022 9:40 PM
To: comment, ccpublic
Subject: [External Email] Public Comment for Wednesday, October 26, 2022 Council Meeting - Item 8 on the agenda
Follow Up Flag: Follow up
Flag Status: Completed
Good evening Councilmembers,
I write this email in my personal capacity as a constituent and 1st amendment right. This evening the City Manager has placed on the agenda Item 8 to extend the current hotel management agreements between the QCM affiliated parties and the City for a period of thirty years. How come the contract was not posted for us residents to review and provide input? I believe it to be foolish to award and extend anyone a contract for thirty years. The contract is not due to expire until 2032/2033. Why is there a need to place on tonight’s agenda to extend the contract for another 30 years? What has been the financial performance of the hotels since 2017? Why is the City not placing this contract for bid? Why are we paying $1.3 million a year to manage the hotels that make the City no money? The residents of Montebello want answers. We want to transparency. Bottomline, that item proposal is asinine! Tonight, we will all be watching to hear the votes made on this item. I encourage you all to vote No.

Thank you.

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Cc: Cobos-Cawthorne, Kimberly Ann; Jimenez, Angie; Melendez, Salvador; Peralta, Scarlet; Torres, David Subject: [External Email] Agenda #6 Digital Display Signs Date: Wednesday, October 26, 2022 1:56:57 PM
Honorable Mayor and City Council Members:

Tonight you will decide whether to approve 3 digital display signs within the city.

The agenda suggests
that the signs fully comply with MMC 17.62.105 requirements but they do not.

The agenda fails to mention that digital signs MUST BE located within the Digital Display Sign Corridors.

The Sign Corridor is defined as: within 200 feet of the I-5 Freeway and 600 feet of the 60 Freeway. Also,
digital signs are not permitted within 200 feet of residentially zoned property.

None of the digital signs in this agenda are located within the freeway corridor. One of the signs is
next to a residential zone to the West, North and South.

The agenda misdirects the Council by ignoring the code and veering off into General Plan goals and the
$50,000 the city will receive in annual revenues; both of which have nothing to do with the freeway corridor requirement.

The ordinance is misleading in that it asks Council to determine that these non- compliant digital signs are in the
best interest of the residents. Then, buried in the ordinance, is a misuse of the city’s POLICE POWERS.

POLICE POWERS, as described by the Institute for Local Government, are used for the
protection of
public health, safety or welfare.

The ordinance says adopting these Agreements requires the exercise of the city’s POLICE POWERS. Here,
the POLICE POWER in not for the protection of public health, safety or welfare, but to ignore and override
city law regarding the freeway corridor requirement.

The Planning Commission likely did not know of these requirements as well and may have
recommended their approval under false pretenses.

In summary, this agenda fails the public trust in two ways. First, it fails to inform the Council that signs
MUST BE within the freeway corridor in order to be approved; second, buried in the ordinance it asks Council to exercise the
city’s POLICE POWER as the mechanism to override city law and approve the Agreements.

There were so many opportunities in this process for staff to be forthcoming.

The Council is responsible to be a steward of the public trust. The Council should not resort to POLICE
POWERS to violate city law. Upholding the city’s laws, the public interest and the public trust is worth more than
$50,000 a year.

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October 26, 2022

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