CITY OF MONTEBELLO
REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 26, 2024 AT 6:00 PM
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1600 WEST BEVERLY BOULEVARD
MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA
OPENING CEREMONIES
CALL TO ORDER - 6:00 P.M.
Mayor Peralta called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members present were Mayor Peralta, Mayor Pro Tem Melendez, Councilmember Jimenez, Councilmember Torres, and Councilmember Tamayo. City Clerk Jimenez was also present. City Treasurer Matanga was absent.
City Attorney Arnold Alvarez-Glasman, City Manager Raul Alvarez, Senior Deputy City Clerk Kimberly Guillen, Deputy City Clerk Nelly Ochoa, and Department Directors Cesar Roldan, Ramon Figueroa, Michael Solorza, Joseph Palombi, David Sosnowski, and Acting Director John Soria
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman announced the Closed Session Items.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
At this time, the public may submit a speaker card to the City Clerk staff for Closed Session items, prior to the beginning of this statement. Speakers will be called in the order received. 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 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 and City Council.
None.
CLOSED SESSION
The City Attorney shall provide a briefing on the item listed for Closed Session as follows:
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Mayor Peralta recessed the meeting into Closed Session at 6:02 p.m. to consider the following Closed Session items:
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Negotiators: Raul Alvarez
Labor group: Montebello Police Officers Association
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Negotiators: Raul Alvarez
Employee Groups: Various City employee groups including but not limited to MPMA, MFMA, MMMA, MSA, MPOA, MCEA, MFA, MMPA, MEMA, SMART-TD, and unrepresented employees.
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Danielle Venegas vs. City of Montebello, et al.
Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 21STCV42563
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
Henry R. Velasquez vs City of Montebello
Case No: ADJ13048344
5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Government Code section 54956.9(d)(2)
Significant exposure to litigation in two cases related to personnel matters
REGULAR SESSION - IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Mayor Peralta reconvened the meeting at 7:16 p.m.
All five members were present to discuss all Closed Session items. City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman provided the following report to City Council: Item No. 1, a briefing was provided to City Council, no action was taken, and nothing to further to report; Item No. 2, a briefing was provided to City Council, no action was taken and nothing further to report. Item No. 3, was not discussed and will be moved to a future meeting; Item No. 4 was not discussed and will be moved to a future meeting. Item No. 5, included two matters. For the first matter a briefing was provided to the City Council, no action was taken, and nothing further to report. The second matter was a complaint by an employee against Councilmember Jimenez; Councilmember Jimenez was requested to recuse herself, and she chose not to leave the room. The findings are as follows: The credible evidence produced during this investigation is sufficient to support the allegations that Councilmember Jimenez engaged in unnecessary and inappropriate conduct toward the employee on March 6, 2024, by showing up at his office without notice or appointment, aggressively confronting him and demanding that he discuss confidential personnel information that she was not authorized, and by not peacefully allowing the employee back into his office, as requested several times, so he could retrieve his personal belongings and leave to a scheduled appointment.
These findings were sustained. Also further, the City Council has directed the City Attorney's office and Special Counsel to release the findings in the Final Investigative Report and Executive Summary with no further action and nothing further to report.
INVOCATION
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Led by City Clerk Jimenez.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Mayor Peralta.
CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA - CITY MANAGER
None.
CEREMONIAL ITEMS/PRESENTATIONS
6. CITIZEN OF THE MONTH - SYLVIA TAKEYAMA
Presented by Mayor Peralta.
7. ASHIYA MONTEBELLO STUDENTS
Presented by Mayor Peralta.
8. FIRE ACADEMY AND ORIENTATION PINNING
Presented by Mayor Peralta and Fire Chief Fernando Pelaez.
9. MONTEBELLO GRADE SEPARATION PROJECT UPDATES - SAN GABRIEL VALLEY COUNCIL OF
GOVERNMENTS
Presented by Carrie Inciong, Senior Project Manager of the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez inquired about the parking on Montebello Boulevard as he's received several inquiries.
Councilmember Jimenez inquired about the signage to alert the residents.
Councilmember Tamayo inquired about notices and community meetings.
Councilmember Torres inquired about the street closures and optional routes.
10. SOLAR ROOF HVAC PRESENTATION
Presented by Public Works Deputy Director James Coiner.
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS (30 MINUTES)
At this time, the public may submit speaker card(s) to the City Clerk staff, for both agenda and non-agenda items, prior to the beginning of this statement; Public Hearing items do not require a speaker card.
The City Council will address non-agenda items during this section and speakers will be called in the order received. Those persons not accommodated during this 30-minute period will have an opportunity to speak under “Public Comments – Continued”, after all scheduled matters have been considered. Public Hearing, Regular Business and/or Consent Calendar items will be addressed at the time that matter of business is heard, in the order received.
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 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 and City Council.
The City Clerk’s Office acknowledged five (5) members of the public wishing to address the City Council. Speakers were provided three minutes to address the City Council and said speaker cards are on file at the City Clerk’s office.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS ON ITEMS OF COMMUNITY INTEREST
Director of Recreation and Community Services David Sosnowski announced the upcoming events, which included the Independence Day Spectacular, on June 29th at Grant Rea Park.
PUBLIC HEARING
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11. RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE COLLECTION AND RECYCLING CHARGES ANNUAL RATE ADJUSTMENT
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Conduct a Public Hearing and consider approving the attached Resolution No. 24-47 establishing the updated residential solid waste collection and recycling rate for Fiscal Year 2024-25 (Attachment A) per the 2020 settlement agreement between Arakelian Enterprises (dba Athens Services) and the City of Montebello; and,
2. Direct staff to forward the Resolution to the Los Angeles County Auditor-Controller to place the revised charges on the property tax rolls.
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Peralta opened the Public Hearing at 8:51 p.m.
There was one member of the public that spoke to request more information.
Mayor Peralta closed the Public Hearing at 8:53 p.m.
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman provided clarification on the item.
Councilmember Torres motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Melendez to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
12. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-43 CONFIRMING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024–25 ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR THE ANNUAL NATASHA LANE LANDSCAPE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2005-1 AND LEVYING SUCH ASSESSMENTS
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Conduct a Public Hearing and consider adopting Resolution No. 24-43 (Attachment A) confirming the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Engineer’s Report (Attachment B) for the Annual Natasha Lane Landscape Assessment District No. 2005-1; and
2. Authorize the Levying of the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Assessment; and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Peralta opened the Public Hearing at 8:56 p.m.
There were no speakers.
Mayor Peralta closed the Public Hearing at 8:56 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres, to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
13. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 24-44 CONFIRMING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024–25 ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR THE ANNUAL NATASHA LANE SEWER AND STORM WATER PUMP ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO. 2005-2 AND LEVYING SUCH ASSESSMENTS
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Conduct a Public Hearing and consider adopting Resolution No. 24-44 (Attachment A) confirming the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Engineer’s Report (Attachment B) for the Annual Natasha Lane Sewer and Storm Water Pump Assessment District No. 2005-2; and,
2. Authorize the Levying of the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Assessments; and.
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Peralta opened the Public Hearing at 8:57 p.m.
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There were no speakers.
Mayor Peralta closed the Public Hearing at 8:57 p.m.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres, to approve the item; the motion was approved.
14. INTRODUCE AND WAIVE FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2477 APPROVING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (DA NO. 01-24) BETWEEN PREMIER MEDIA SOUTHWEST LLC AND THE CITY OF
MONTEBELLO TO ALLOW THE INSTALLATION AND CONTINUED OPERATION OF A NEW DOUBLE FACED 14’ X 48’, OFF PREMISES DIGITAL DISPLAY SIGN WITH A MAXIMUM HEIGHT OF 75 FEET, PURSUANT TO MONTEBELLO MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 17.62.105 ET SEQ. (OFF-PREMISES DIGITAL DISPLAY SIGNS), FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2601 VIA CAMPO, MONTEBELLO, CALIFORNIA.
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Introduce and waive first reading of Ordinance No. 2477 approving the Development Agreement (DA No. 01-24) between the City of Montebello and Premier Media Southwest LLC for the property located at 2601 Via Campo, Montebello, CA 90640; and
2. Determine and Find that the project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 - Class 32 as it meets the required conditions and none of the limitations set forth in CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2 apply; and
3. Take such additional and/or related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Peralta opened the Public Hearing at 8:59 p.m.
There was one speaker from the public who requested clarification on location.
Mayor Peralta closed the Public Hearing at 9:01 p.m.
Councilmember Torres motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
REGULAR BUSINESS
15. ADOPT PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ENGINEER’S ESTIMATE FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A DOG PARK AT ACUÑA PARK (CP 922) AND AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH BID ADVERTISEMENT
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Environmental Assessment pursuant to 14 California Code of Regulations § 15301 as a Class 1 categorical exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and,
2. Adopt plans, specifications and engineer’s estimate for the construction of a dog park at Acuña Park (CP 922); and
3. Authorize staff to proceed with advertising for construction bids; and,
4. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
The City Clerk’s Office acknowledged five(5) members of the public wishing to address the City Council. Speakers were provided three minutes to address the City Council, and said speaker cards are on file at the City Clerk’s office.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez asked if any changes were made to the dog park.
Director Roldan stated that the size of the park decreased after the residents raised concerns.
Councilmember Jimenez suggested making an amendment to consider the Police Chief's estimate of a substation on the South side.
Councilmember Tamayo suggested considering the substation separately.
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Councilmember Torres and Mayor Peralta addressed comments made by Councilmember Jimenez and spoke in support of the Dog Park.
Councilmember Torres motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion was approved by the following vote:
MOVED: Torres SECONDED: Tamayo APPROVED: 4-0-1-0
AYES: Melendez, Tamayo, Peralta, Torres
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Jimenez
ABSENT: None
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine. Any items a member wishes to discuss, including any items the public submitted speaker cards for, 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 Torres pulled Item No’s. 16, 19, 25, and 26. Mayor Peralta pulled Item No. 25.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, that Items No. 17, 18, 20-24, and 27-29 be approved; the motion passed unanimously.
16. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 4 TO AGREEMENT NO. 3894 WITH TRANSTRACK SYSTEMS, AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT NO. 3903 WITH REMIX TECHNOLOGIES, AND AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO AGREEMENT NO. 3978 WITH OPTIBUS, FOR TRANSIT ANALYSIS, SCHEDULING, AND REPORTING
SOFTWARE SUPPORT SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. 3894 with Transtrack Systems, Inc. (Transtrack), for a one- year (1-year) term, to extend end-user software licenses and support services for Federal Transit Administration (FTA) reporting, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $30,568; and
2. Approve Amendment No. 2 to Agreement No. 3903 with Remix Technologies, LLC, a subsidiary corporation under Via Transportation, Inc. (Remix), for a 1-year term, to extend end-user software licenses and support services for transit analysis, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $30,000; and
3. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 3978 with Optibus, Inc. (Optibus), for a 1-year term, to extend end-user software licenses and support services for transit scheduling, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $70,000; and
4. Authorize the City Manager to execute the amendments listed above on the city’s behalf; and
5. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Torres motioned to approve the item and asked staff to seek a term limit or ensure that there are proper exemptions.
Acting Director of Transportation, John Soria stated that the department would work with Finance to identify an efficient path forward.
Councilmember Torres motioned to approve the item with said recommendations, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Melendez; the motion was approved unanimously.
17. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO. 5 TO AGREEMENT NO. 3733 WITH LPM CONSULTING INC. TO PROVIDE MONITORING AND OVERSIGHT SERVICES FOR MONTEBELLO BUS LINES’ SUBSTANCE ABUSE
PROGRAM
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Amendment No. 5 to Agreement No. 3733 with LPM Consulting Inc. (LPM Consulting), for an additional two-year (2-year) term, to provide monitoring and oversight services for Montebello Bus Lines’ (MBL) Substance Abuse Program; for a total not-to-exceed amount of $50,000; and June 26, 2024: City Council Meeting Minutes Page 7 of 11
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 5 on the city’s behalf; and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
18. ACCEPTANCE OF GOLF COURSE RENOVATION PROJECT PHASE 2 (CP NO. 894-2) – NOTICE OF
COMPLETION
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Accept the Golf Course Renovation Project Phase 2 (CP No. 894-2) as completed by American Landscape, Inc.; and,
2. Approve the final contract amount with American Landscape, Inc. for the construction of the Project in the amount of $10,954,901 including change orders; and
3. Approve the Final Total Project Budget (Attachment A); and
4. Authorize the City Clerk to execute, verify and file the Notice of Completion (Attachment B) with the Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder; and
5. Authorize the City Manager to release the retention payment due to American Landscape, 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.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
19. APPROVE LETTER OF ENGAGEMENT TO MASTER RETAINER AGREEMENT NO. 4000 WITH KOA FOR
ENGINEERING SERVICES PROPOSAL FOR OLYMPIC BLVD COMPLETE STREET FEASIBILITY STUDY (CP 905)
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve a Letter of Engagement to Master Retainer Agreement No. 4000 between the City of Montebello and KOA for Engineering Services for Olympic Boulevard Complete Street Feasibility Study (CP 905) for a not-to-exceed amount of $609,365; and
2. Amend the Fiscal Year 2024-25 budget by increasing appropriations by $309,365 in Account No. 201- 30-330-6040.80 (RMRA, Public Works, Engineering, Contract Services Engineering Services) and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Letter of Engagement on behalf of the City; and
4. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Torres suggested continuing the item and getting an estimate for ADA compliance.
Director Roldan stated that the project was not funded through the General Budget but through SB1 Funding.
Councilmember Torres motioned to approve the item with an amendment to look at the cost for ADA compliance to reduce costs of the contract, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Melendez; the motion passed unanimously.
20. APPROVE AMENDMENT NO.1 TO AGREEMENT 3892 WITH ION SECURITY SYSTEMS, LLC TO PROVIDE
CITYWIDE MONITORING, MAINTENANCE, AND REPAIRS OF SECURITY AND FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement 3892 between the City of Montebello and Ion Security Systems, LLC for a One (1) Year Extension; and,
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Amendment; and,
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
21. ADOPT PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS AND ENGINEER’S ESTIMATE FOR HIGHWAY SAFETY IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM CYCLE 7 VARIOUS INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS CAPITAL PROJECT 851 – FEDERAL PROJECT NO. HSIPL-5247(024) AND AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH BID ADVERTISEMENT June 26, 2024: City Council Meeting Minutes Page 8 of 11
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Environmental Assessment pursuant to 14 California Code of Regulations § 15301 as a Class 1 categorical exemption under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and,
2. Adopt the one hundred percent completed plans, specifications and engineer’s estimate for Highway Safety Improvement Program Cycle 7 Capital Project 851 – Federal Project No. HSIPL-5247(024); and
3. Authorize staff to proceed with a bid advertisement for construction; and,
4. Take such additional, related action that may be desired.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
22. APPROVE LETTER OF ENGAGEMENT TO MASTER RETAINER AGREEMENT NO. 3999 WITH MARK
THOMAS AND COMPANY FOR DESIGN OF THE DOWNTOWN SEWER INFRASTRUCTURE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. C-06-8701-110
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council
1. Approve a Letter of Engagement to Master Retainer Agreement No. 3999 between the City of Montebello and Mark Thomas and Company (Consultant) for the design of the Downtown Sewer Infrastructure Improvement Project No. C-06-8701-110 for a not-to-exceed amount of $518,907 payable from Measure M and Measure R fund reserves; and
2. Amend the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget by increasing appropriations by $118,907 in Account No. 222-30-330-6040.96 (Measure M, Public Works, Engineering, Contract Services Engineering Design Service) and $400,000 in Account No. 220-30-330-6040.96 (Measure R, Public Works, Engineering, Contract Services Engineering Design Service) and
3. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Letter of Engagement.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
23. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 24-45 APPOINTING A MEMBER AND ALTERNATE(S) TO THE GOVERNING
BOARD OF THE LOS ANGELES GATEWAY REGION INTEGRATED REGIONAL WATER MANAGEMENT
JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Resolution No. 24-45 appointing one primary board member and two alternate board members representing the City of Montebello on the Los Angeles Gateway Region Integrated Regional Water Management Joint Powers Authority; and,
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
24. APPROVE UTILIZING SERVPRO GLOBAL DISASTER RECOVERY TEAM TO PROVIDE ON-CALL
EMERGENCY CLEAN-UP SERVICES ON AN AS-NEEDED BASIS
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve utilizing SERVPRO Global Disaster Recovery Team to provide on-call emergency clean-up and related services on an as-needed basis; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute Professional Services Agreement No. 4207 with SERVPRO Global Disaster Recovery Team; and,
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
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25. RECEIVE AND FILE THE FISCAL YEAR 2022-23 ANNUAL COMPREHENSIVE FINANCIAL REPORT (ACFR)
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Receive and file the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR); and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Torres motioned to continue the item at a future meeting, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Melendez; the motion was approved unanimously.
26. APPROVE ISSUING REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) NO. 24-19 FOR REPLACEMENT AND
INSTALLATION OF TWO LED SIGNS
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Authorize issuing a Request for Proposals ("RFP”) No. 24-19 for replacement and installation of two Light Emitting Diode (LED) signs – one located at City Park and the other located at the Montebello Civic Center; and,
2. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Torres motioned to continue the item at a future meeting, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Melendez; the motion was approved unanimously.
27. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 24-49 TO AUTHORIZE SUBMITTING AN APPLICATION TO THE FEDERAL
TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION (FTA) TO OBLIGATE FUNDING FOR A MOBILE HYDROGEN FUEL CELL FUELING STATION, AN ASSET MANAGEMENT SYSTEM, AND NON-REVENUE RELIEF VEHICLES.
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 24-49 to authorize submitting an application to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) to obligate funding for a mobile hydrogen fuel cell fueling station, an asset management system, and non-revenue relief vehicles; and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
28. APPROVAL OF MINUTES: JUNE 12, 2024, CITY COUNCIL MEETING
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve said Minutes as is.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
29. PAYMENT OF BILLS: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 24-46 APPROVING THE CITY WARRANT REGISTER OF DEMANDS DATED JUNE 26, 2024
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:...
1. Adopt Resolution No. 24-46 approving the Warrant Register dated June 26, 2024.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion passed unanimously.
PUBLIC COMMENTS - CONTINUED
AB 1234 TRAVEL REPORTS
Members will provide a brief report on meetings attended at the expense of the local agency as required by Government Code Section 53232.3(d).
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Mayor Pro Tem Melendez attended the NALEO Conference and had the opportunity to attend a workshop on Age Population.
Councilmember Tamayo attended the NALEO Conference and had the opportunity to discuss common issues at a national level.
Mayor Peralta also attended the NALEO Conference and had the opportunity to meet with national leaders and attend various workshops.
COUNCIL/AGENCY ORALS
Announcements and requests for future agenda items.
• Angie M. Jimenez, Councilmember
• Georgina Tamayo, Councilmember
• David N. Torres, Councilmember
1. Vacant and blighted commercial properties ordinance.
2. Rain barrel giveaway program in conjunction with water district for water conservation and emergency preparedness.
1. Councilmember Torres inquired how he could distribute the red line document to the Council without violating the Brown Act. City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman directed Councilmember Torres to submit a copy to the City Clerk's office for distribution.
2. Councilmember Torres requested Council consensus to direct staff to work with the water district to implement a rain barrel giveaway program. Consensus was received.
• Salvador Melendez, Mayor Pro Tem
• Scarlet Peralta, Mayor
1. Re-establishing City of Montebello's 9/11 remembrance ceremony.
2. Congratulations Transit Planner - Alfredo Machucha recognized by the American Planning Association – Los Angeles on for his work on Montebello’s FMLM Plan.
1. Mayor Peralta requested Council consensus to re-establish the Montebello 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony. Consensus was received.
2. Mayor Peralta congratulated Transit Planner Alfredo Machucha on receiving the Excellence Award from the American Planning Association - Los Angeles for his work on Montebello's First and Last Mile Plan.
CLOSED SESSION - CONTINUED
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ADJOURNMENT
The City of Montebello will adjourn to the next Regular Meeting on July 24, 2024, at 6:00 p.m., which can be live- streamed at https://www.montebelloca.gov (Click on Live Stream).
I, Kimberly Guillen, Senior Deputy City Clerk for the City of Montebello, hereby certify that a copy of this agenda has been posted on or before Sunday, June 23, 2024, no later than 6:00 p.m.
Kimberly Guillen, Senior Deputy City Clerk
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Mayor Perlata, to adjourn the meeting at 9:56 p.m.
THE MINUTES OF JUNE 26, 2024, ARE HEREBY APPROVED AND ADOPTED ON THIS 14TH DAY OF AUGUST 2024.
EXHIBIT - CITY OF MONTEBELLO FORECASTED AGENDA
Please note, the attached exhibit is a draft version that is to be used for reference purposes only; agenda items, information, and dates are subject to change. The exhibit will be placed at the end of the Agenda Packet.
• CITY OF MONTEBELLO FORECASTED AGENDA