CITY OF MONTEBELLO
REGULAR MEETING
MINUTES
WEDNESDAY, JULY 24, 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 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL
Members present were Mayor Peralta, Mayor Pro Tem Melendez, Councilmember Jimenez, Councilmember Torres, and Councilmember Tamayo. City Clerk Jimenez and City Treasurer Matanga were also present.
City Attorney Noel Tapia City Manager Raul Alvarez, Senior Deputy City Clerk Kimberly Guillen, Deputy City Clerk Nelly Ochoa, and Department Directors Joseph Palombi, Cesar Roldan, Ramon Figueroa, David Sosnowski, Police Chief Paul Espinosa, Fire Chief Fernando Pelaeza, Acting Director John Soria, and Assistant Director Kevin Saycoycie were present.
ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEMS
City Attorney Noel Tapia announced all 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:
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
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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 REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: 602, 604, 608 and 610 Whittier Boulevard, Montebello, California Agency negotiators: Raul Alvarez, Joseph Palombi
Negotiating party: Weber Properties
Under negotiation: Price and terms of sale
6. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Alice Romero vs. City of Montebello, et al.
Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 21STCV44524
REGULAR SESSION - IMMEDIATELY FOLLOWING CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
Mayor Peralta reconvened the meeting at 7:01 p.m.
All five members were present to discuss all Closed Session items. City Attorney Tapia provided the following report:
Item No. 1, a briefing was provided to the City Council, no action was taken, and nothing to further to report; Item No. 2, a briefing was provided to the City Council, no action was taken and nothing further to report; Item No. 3, a briefing was provided to the City Council, Council provided direction, no action was taken and nothing further to report.; Item No. 4, a briefing was provided to the City Council, no action was taken, and nothing further to report. Item No. 5, a briefing was provided to the City Council, no action was taken, and nothing further to report.; Item No. 6, a briefing was provided to the City Council, no action was taken, and nothing further to report.
INVOCATION
Led by City Clerk Jimenez.
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Mayor Peralta.
CORRECTIONS TO THE AGENDA - CITY MANAGER
None.
CEREMONIAL ITEMS/PRESENTATIONS
7. CERTIFICATE OF RECOGNITION FOR ALFREDO MANCHUCA
Presented by Mayor Peralta.
8. OATH OF OFFICE FOR TRAFFIC AND SAFETY COMMISSIONERS
City Clerk Jimenez administered The Oath of Office.
9. PROCLAMATION FOR PARKS AND RECREATION MONTH
Presented by Mayor Peralta.
10. PROCLAMATION FOR JUVENILE ARTHRITIS AWARENESS
Presented by Mayor Peralta.
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 nine(9) 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
Recreation and Community Services Director Sosnowski announced the upcoming Downtown Street Fest Event on July 29 in downtown Montebello. Police Chief Espinosa announced their upcoming National Night Out Event on August 6 at Henry Acuna Park.
PUBLIC HEARING
11. INTRODUCE AND WAIVE FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2478 AMENDING CHAPTER 10.68 OF THE
CITY OF MONTEBELLO MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING OVERSIZED VEHICLE PARKING
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Introduce and waive first reading of Ordinance No. 2478 amending Montebello Municipal Code (“MMC”) Chapter 10.68 to establish new regulations regarding oversized vehicle parking including containers and unattached trailers Citywide; and
2. Determine and Find that this action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Section 15061(b)(3), the commonsense exemption; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
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Assistant Director of Planning and Community Development Matthew Ramos provided a PowerPoint Presentation on the proposed changes to the Municipal Code and permitting regulations.
Councilmember Torres spoke in support of the item.
Mayor Peralta asked if the Ordinance included trailers parked at the park that obstruct views of oncoming traffic and pedestrians. Assistant Director Ramos confirmed that it did.
Mayor Peralta closed the Public Hearing at 8:02 p.m.
There were no speakers.
Mayor Peralta closed the Public Hearing at 8:02 p.m.
Councilmember Jimenez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres, to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
REGULAR BUSINESS
12. APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 24-57 ACCEPTING THE SUFFICIENCY OF THE RECALL PETITION AND APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 24-59 REQUESTING CONSOLIDATION OF THE RECALL WITH THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Resolution No. 24-57, accepting the certificate of sufficiency of signatures on the petition to recall Councilmember Angie Jimenez; and
2. Approve Resolution No. 24-58, calling for the holding of a General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024, for the submission of the question of the recall of Angie Jimenez; and
3. Approve Resolution No. 24-59, requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles to consolidate the Recall Election with the General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 5, 2024,
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.
City Manager Alvarez provided a timeline of the recall process.
Councilmember Jimenez spoke in opposition or the recall and inquired about the posting of the agenda.
Councilmember Torres motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion was approved by the following vote:
MOVED: Torres SECONDED: Tamayo APPROVED: 4-1-0-0
AYES: Tamayo, Melendez, Torres, Peralta
NOES: Jimenez
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
13. APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 24-53 ADOPTING THE JULY 2024-JULY 2027 ECONOMIC PROSPERITY
ACTION PLAN
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
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1. Approve Resolution No. 24-53 adopting the July 2024-July 2027 Economic Prosperity Action Plan, a Three-Year Implementation Strategy; and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Economic Development Manager Jose Gardea, provided a presentation on the item that included citywide opportunities, key baseline metrics, placer data tracking report, areas of action, catalytic development opportunities, public infrastructure investments, peacemaking initiatives, business/entrepreneur, workforce support, and funding sources.
The Council spoke in support of the item and thanked the team for implementing the Economic Prosperity Plan.
Councilmember Torres motioned, seconded by Councilmember Jimenez, to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
14. AWARD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. 4195 WITH CITIBOT FOR ARTIFICIAL
INTELLIGENCE (AI) CUSTOMER SUPPORT SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award Professional Services Agreement No. 4195 to Citibot for an initial three (3) year term in an amount not-to -exceed Thirty-Two Thousand Dollars ($32,000) in year one, Twenty-Five Thousand Three Hundred Dollars ($25,300) in year two, and Twenty-Eight Thousand Six Hundred Dollars ($28,600) in year three; and,
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City; and,
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Director of Recreation and Community Services David Sosnowski provided a PowerPoint Presentation that included case studies, an implementation plan, reporting, and analytics of the software, marketing services, and cost.
The Council spoke in support of the item.
City Manager Alvarez recommended creating a community survey to name the Citibot tool. Mayor Peralta concurred with his recommendation.
Councilmember Torres motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo, to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
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 Jimenez pulled Item No. 21. Mayor Peralta pulled Item Nos. 22 and 36.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve Item Nos. 15-20, 23-35, and 37; the motion was approved unanimously.
15. 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 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.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
16. WAIVE THE SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 2477 APPROVING DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT (DA NO. 01-24) BETWEEN PREMIER MEDIA SOUTHWEST LLC AND THE CITY OF July 24, 2024: City Council Meeting Minutes Page 6 of 12
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 SECTION 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. Waive Second Reading and Adopt 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, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
17. APPROVE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. 4212 WITH PLACER LABS INC. TO PROVIDE
ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ANALYSIS, CONSUMER VISITATION REPORTS, AND PROJECT
IMPLEMENTATION STRATEGIES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Professional Services Agreement No. 4212 with Placer Labs, Inc. to provide economic development analysis, consumer visitation reports, and project implementation strategies for a total, two- year not to exceed amount of $62,000; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute Professional Services Agreement No.4212 with Placer Labs, Inc on behalf of the City; and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
18. APPROVE ACCEPTANCE OF CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL (CHP) GRANT AWARD UNDER THE
CANNABIS TAX FUND GRANT PROGRAM (CTFGP)
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Accept grant funding awarded by the California Highway Patrol (CHP) under the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) in the amount of $195,456; and,
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the contract for grant funds; and
3. Amend the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 budget and increase appropriations by $45,456 in Expenditure Account No. 265-80-832-5010.10 (Grants, Police, CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program, Overtime) and $150,000 in Expenditure Account No. 265-80-832-6082 (Grants, Police, CHP Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program, Vehicle Purchase) and $195,456 in Revenue Account No. 265-99-4198.86 (Grants, CHP Cannabis Tax Fund); and
4. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
19. APPROVE QUIET CANNON - MONTEBELLO GOLF COURSE UPPER EVENT LAWN REPAIR
EXPENDITURES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the Upper Event Lawn Repair Expenditures at Quiet Cannon – Montebello Golf Course in the total amount of $176,348 under the authority of Montebello Municipal Code (MMC) Section 3.20.050(A); and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
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Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
20. APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 24-51 ADOPTING THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (CALTRANS) QUALITY ASSURANCE PROGRAM (QAP)
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 24-51 adopting the State of California Department of Transportation’s (CalTrans) Quality Assurance Program; and,
2. Authorize staff to submit the adopted Quality Assurance Program and conforming resolution to the State of California Department of Transportation; and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
21. ADOPT SPECIFICATIONS FOR CONSTRUCTION OF BELLA VERDE DRIVE PAVEMENT REHABILITATION PROJECT CP – 918 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 specifications for the construction of Bella Verde Drive Pavement Rehabilitation Project – CP 918; and,
3. Authorize staff to proceed with bid advertisement for construction; and
4. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Councilmember Jimenez inquired about the funding source. Director Roldan provided the funding sources.
Councilmember Torres motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Melendez to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
22. ADOPT PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, AND ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE FOR UPGRADES TO THE MONTEBELLO CITY PARK BASEBALL FIELD RENOVATION PROJECT - CP 928 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 Montebello City Park Baseball Field Renovation Project – CP 922; and
3. Authorize staff to proceed with bid advertisement for construction; and
4. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Peralta spoke in support of the item.
Mayor Peralta motioned, seconded by Councilmember Tamayo to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
23. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO 24-54 MODIFYING THE PREFERRED PARKING LIMITS ON 4TH STREET
BETWEEN THE ALLEY AND SOUTH OF WASHINGTON BLVD FOR UNRESTRICTED STREET PARKING AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED VIA RESOLUTION NO. 18-06
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 24-54 modifying the preferred parking limits on 4th Street between the alley and south of Washington Boulevard for unrestricted street parking as previously adopted via Resolution No. 18-06; and
2. Authorize staff to relocate the “No Parking” restriction permits exempt signs; and July 24, 2024: City Council Meeting Minutes Page 8 of 12
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
24. AWARD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. 4214 TO FLO-SERVICES, INC. TO PROVIDE
STORM AND SEWER LIFT STATION MAINTENANCE SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award Professional Services Agreement No. 4214 to Flo-Services, Inc. to provide Storm and Sewer Lift Station Services and Related Equipment for a three (3) year term with the option of two (2) one-year extensions for a not-to-exceed amount of $132,276 for the initial three (3) year term; and,
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City; and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
25. AWARD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. 4215 TO MCA CONSULTANTS TO PROVIDE
SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Award Professional Services Agreement No. 4215 to MCA Consultants to provide solid waste management services for an initial three (3) year term for an annual not-to-exceed amount of $99,695 ($299,085 over the initial three (3) year term); and,
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City; and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
26. APPROVE ISSUING REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS NO. 24-21 FOR A ZERO-EMISSION BUS FACILITIES
AND FLEET TRANSITION PLAN
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve issuing a Zero-Emission (ZE) Bus Facilities and Fleet Transition Plan Request for Proposal (RFP) No. 24- 21; and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
27. APPROVE A BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER WITH AFTERMARKET PARTS COMPANY LLC, AMERICAN MOVING PARTS LLC, CUMMINS CAL PACIFIC LLC, INLAND KENWORTH, INC., AND WAYNE HARMEIER, INC., FOR MAINTENANCE-RELATED BUS PARTS, FIRE APPARATUS PARTS, AND VEHICLE FLEET PARTS
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve a blanket purchase order (PO) with the Aftermarket Parts Company, LLC (Aftermarket Parts), for a total not-to-exceed amount of Two Hundred Thousand Dollars ($200,000) to purchase maintenance- related bus parts for Fiscal Year 2024-25; and
2. Approve establishing a blanket PO with American Moving Parts, LLC (American Moving Parts), for the total not-to-exceed amount of One Hundred and Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($115,000) to purchase maintenance-related bus and fire apparatus parts for both Montebello Bus Lines (MBL) and the Montebello Fire Department (MFD) for FY 2024-25; and
3. Approve establishing a blanket PO with Cummins Cal Pacific, LLC (Cummins Pacific), for the total not- to-exceed amount of One Hundred and Fifteen Thousand Dollars ($115,000) to purchase maintenance- related bus and fleet parts for both MBL and the MFD for FY 2024-25; and July 24, 2024: City Council Meeting Minutes Page 9 of 12
4. Approve establishing a blanket PO with Inland Kenworth Inc. (Inland Kenworth), for the total not-to- exceed amount of Seventy Thousand Dollars ($70,000), to purchase maintenance-related bus parts for FY 2024-25; and
5. Approve establishing a blanket PO with Wayne Harmeier, Inc. (dba Wayne Electric Company), for the total not-to-exceed amount of Sixty Thousand Dollars ($60,000), to purchase maintenance-related bus parts for FY 2024-25; and
6. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
28. APPROVE A BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER WITH RUSH TRUCK CENTERS OF TEXAS, LP AND SOCAL AUTO & TRUCK PARTS, INC., FOR MAINTENANCE-RELATED BUS AND VEHICLE FLEET PARTS
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve a blanket purchase order (PO) with Rush Truck Centers of Texas, LP, dba Rush Truck Enterprises (Rush Trucking), for a total not-to-exceed amount of Sixty Thousand Dollars ($60,000) to purchase maintenance-related bus and vehicle fleet parts for Fiscal Year 2024-25; and
2. Approve a blanket PO with SoCal Auto & Truck Parts, Inc. (dba Napa Auto Parts), for a total not-to- exceed amount of Sixty Thousand Dollars ($60,000) to purchase maintenance-related bus and vehicle fleet parts for Fiscal Year 2024-25; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
29. APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 24-52 APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE
CITY OF MONTEBELLO AND THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (LACMTA) TO CONTINUE MONTEBELLO BUS LINES’ PARTICIPATION IN THE LOW-INCOME
FARE EASY (LIFE) PROGRAM
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 24-52 approving a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Montebello and the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (LACMTA) to continue Montebello Bus Lines’ (MBL) participation in the Low-Income Fare is Easy (LIFE) Program effective July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2029; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the MOU on the City’s behalf; and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
30. APPROVE ISSUING A BULK FUELS AND OILS, LUBRICANTS, AND GREASE GOODS REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS, (RFP) NO. 24-22, AND APPROVE ESTABLISHING A BLANKET PURCHASE ORDER WITH DION AND SONS, INC., TO PURCHASE FUEL FOR VARIOUS CITY DEPARTMENTS
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve issuing a Bulk (Unleaded and Diesel) Fuels and Oils, Lubricants, and Grease Goods Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 24-22 (RFP No. 24-22); and
2. Approve establishing a blanket purchase order (PO) with the existing vendor, Dion and Sons, Inc. for a total not-to-exceed amount of Five Hundred and Fifty-Seven Thousand Dollars ($557,000), to purchase fuel for various Departments for a six(6) month term (through December 31, 2024); and
3. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
31. APPROVE ISSUING AN ENTERPRISE ASSET MANAGEMENT SYSTEM REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP) NO. 24-23
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RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve issuing an Enterprise Asset Management (EAM) System Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 24- 23; and
2. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
32. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 24-56 AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF A BUDGET REVISION TO THE FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION (FTA) FOR GRANT NOS. CA-2019-033 AND CA-2021-075
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 24-56 to authorize submitting a budget revision to the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) for Grant Nos. CA-2019-033 and CA-2021-075; and,
2. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
33. APPROVE ISSUING A TRANSPORTATION FACILITY RESTROOM RENOVATION SERVICES REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL RFP NO. 24-24
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve issuing a Transportation Facility Restroom Renovation Services Request for Proposals (RFP) No. 24-24; and
2. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
34. AWARD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT NO. 4213 TO WEIDNER FOR THE INSTALLATION OF
SOURCE CAPTURE EXHAUST SYSTEM FOR THE CITY'S THREE FIRE STATIONS
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Professional Services Agreement No. 4213 with Weidner for the Installation of a Source Capture Exhaust System for the City's Three Fire Stations; and
2. Authorize the Acting City Manager to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City: and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
35. APPROVE AGREEMENT NO. 4213 WITH THE REGENTS OF THE UNIVERSITY OF CALIFORNIA ON
BEHALF OF THE UCLA CENTER FOR PREHOSPITAL CARE FOR EMERGENCY MEDICAL SERVICES
EDUCATION AND TRAINING
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve Professional Services Agreement No. 4213 with the Regents of the University of California on Behalf of the UCLA Center for Prehospital Care Educational and Training Services; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City: and
3. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
36. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 24-60 AMENDING THE CITY OF MONTEBELLO CLASSIFICATION PLAN TO
INCLUDE THE JOB SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE CLASSIFICATIONS OF POLICE COMMUNITY SERVICE July 24, 2024: City Council Meeting Minutes Page 11 of 12
OFFICER, LEAD FINANCE TECHNICIAN, AND CONSTRUCTION MANAGER
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 24-60 amending the City of Montebello Classification Plan to include the revised job specification for the classification of Police Community Service Officer and the new job specifications for the classifications of Lead Finance Technician and Construction Manager; and
2. Take such additional, related action that may be desirable.
Mayor Peralta spoke in support of the item.
Mayor Peralta motioned, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Melendez, to approve the item; the motion was approved unanimously.
37. PAYMENT OF BILLS: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 24-55 APPROVING THE CITY WARRANT REGISTER OF DEMANDS DATED JULY 24, 2024
RECOMMENDATION: It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Adopt Resolution No. 24-55 approving the Warrant Register dated July 24, 2024.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez motioned, seconded by Councilmember Torres to approve the item; the motion was approved 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).
None.
COUNCIL/AGENCY ORALS
Announcements and requests for future agenda items.
• Georgina Tamayo, Councilmember
• David N. Torres, Councilmember
• Salvador Melendez, Mayor Pro Tem
• Angie M. Jimenez, Councilmember
• Scarlet Peralta, Mayor
July 24, 2024: City Council Meeting Minutes Page 12 of 12
CLOSED SESSION - CONTINUED
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 Peralta to adjourn the meeting at 9:42 p.m.
THE MINUTES OF JULY 24, 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