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MINUTES OF THE CLOSED SESSION AND REGULAR MEETINGS
NORWALK CITY COUNCIL
NORWALK, CALIFORNIA
MAY 5, 2026
CLOSED SESSION MEETING
Mayor Perez called the meeting to order at 5:01 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Norwalk City Hall, 12700 Norwalk Boulevard, Norwalk, California. Responding to roll call were Councilmembers Ayala, Ramirez, and Valencia, and Mayor Perez. Vice Mayor Rios arrived after roll call. Also present were Jesus M. Gomez , City Manager ; Arnold M.
Alvarez-Glasman, City Attorney; and Theresa Devoy, City Clerk.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FOR CLOSED SESSION MATTERS
There were no persons wishing to address City Council on the matters to be discussed in closed session.
CLOSED SESSION
The City Attorney indicated that a Closed Session Item needed to be added. Mayor Perez moved and Councilmember Valencia seconded to add Item No. IV. MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Councilmembers Ayala, Ramriez, Valencia, and Mayor Perez NOES: None
ABSENT: Vice Mayor Rios
City Council immediately convened to closed session for discussion on the following matters:
I. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE §54956.9(d)(2) – Significant exposure to litigation in two cases.
II. PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE §54957.6; CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR. Negotiating on behalf of the City: Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager; regarding negotiations with the Norwalk City Employees Association.
III. PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE §54957.6; CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR. Negotiating on behalf of the City: Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager; regarding negotiations with the Norwalk Association of Management Employees.
IV. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE §54956.9(d)(1): William Murray v. Norwalk Housing Authority, et al., Case No. 25STCP00323.
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2 RECESS
City Council recessed at 6:04 p.m. pending the commencement of the regular meeting.
REGULAR MEETING
Mayor Perez called the meeting to order at 6:14 p.m. in the Council Chambers, Norwalk City Hall, 12700 Norwalk Boulevard, Norwalk, California. Responding to roll call were Councilmembers Ayala, Ramirez, and Valencia, Vice Mayor Rios, and Mayor Perez. Also present were Jesus M. Gomez, City Manager; Arnold M. Alvarez-Glasman, City Attorney; and Theresa Devoy, City Clerk.
The invocation was delivered by Pastor Jackeline Vives, Norwalk United Methodist Church, followed by the flag salute, led by Joshua Martinez, Homeschool.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
The City Attorney reported Item No. IV was added to closed session by a 4-0 vote; and indicated there was no reportable action taken on the matters discussed in closed session.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
City Council wished all a Happy Mother’s Day . Vice Mayor Rios shared history surrounding Cinco de Mayo; reported on her attendance at the League of California Cities Summit and discussed a session titled “Local Government and Immigration Enforcement Policy, Practice, and Community Impact” and requested staff review suggestions on how other cities address concerns pertaining to Immigration and the Department of Homeland Security. Councilmember Ramirez mentioned the positive progression of “The Walk” project; shared that the Norwalk Lion’s Club will be hosting a Carnival Event at Norwalk Park, May 21 through 25, and thanked the City’s support for helping find a location.
Councilmember Valencia reported on her attendance at the Southeast Japanese School and Community Recognition Dinner , the Teen Alliance Program Scholarship & Recognition Dinner, and thanked staff and Teen Alliance Program volunteers; and wished all Teachers and Nurses Happy Appreciation Day. Councilmember Ayala commented on Teacher Appreciation Day; reported on his attendance at the Arbor Day Tree Planting at Glazier Greenbelt and thanked Public Services for making it a successful event. Mayor Perez reported on her attendance at the League of California Cities Summit, where she attended various sessions such as A rtificial Intelligence Utilization, P artnerships With Youth, and B udget Uncertainty, and shared that she and Mr. Gomez hosted a panel discussing the success of Veterans Villas; reported on her attendance at the Arbor Day Tree Planting at Glazier Greenbelt and the Teen Alliance Program Scholarship & Minutes of the Closed Session and Regular Meetings
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3 Recognition Dinner, thanked all staff and the community for contributing to the success of the events; shared that City newsletters were distributed, and highlighted the Norwalk Now’s section regarding Tax Measure ER Sales Tax Increase for Health Services Measure.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
City Council presented a proclamation to the American Legion Post 359 declaring May as Military Appreciation Month.
City Council presented a proclamation to the City Clerk’s Department and declared May 4 – May 8, 2026, as Municipal Clerk’s Week in the City of Norwalk.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
The California Parks & Recreation Society recognized the Teen Alliance Program.
Videos were shared highlighting the Mayor’s Prayer Breakfast, the Arbor Day Event and the “Bi-Weekly Review”.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Consent calendar items are considered routine matters which may be enacted by one motion and roll call vote. Mr. Gomez requested Item No. 12 be tabled. Councilmember Valencia moved and Mayor Perez seconded to approve the remainder of the consen t calendar as recommended. MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Councilmembers Ayala, Ram irez, Valencia, Vice Mayor Rios and Mayor Perez*
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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4 MEETING MINUTES
City Council approved the minutes of the meeting of April 21, 2026. 825-04
PAYROLL FOR THE PERIOD MARCH 29, 2026 – APRIL 11, 2026
City Council approved gross payroll in the amount of $1,390,042.80 ; the payroll C heck Nos. 38645 – 38646 and the Voucher Nos. 357915 – 358433 in the total net amount of $1,049,370.05 for the payroll period March 29, 2026 – April 11, 2026. 630
COMMERCIAL DEMANDS
City Council approved the warrant register period April 14, 2026 – April 27, 2026, in the total amount of $7,618,615.92.
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*Mayor Perez abstained from taking action on Warrant Nos. 141, 265, 453, and 465.
PLANNING COMMISSION SYNOPSIS - APRIL 22, 2026
No action was taken.
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AGREEMENT - PRODUCTION OF THE CITY’S NEWSLETTER PUBLICATIONS
City Council approve d an agreement with Intergraphics Company, in the amount of $87,732 from July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2028, with an optional two one- year extensions for the printing of the City's newsletter publications; and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement and any extensions and amendments provided there is funding in the budget and it is within the City Manager’s signing authority, on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney. 145-03
FEDERAL TRANSIT ADMINISTRATION CERTIFICATIONS AND ASSURANCES FOR FEDERAL FISCAL YEAR 2026
City Council authorized the Executive Director of Regional Transportation to execute the Fiscal Year 2026 Certifications and Assurances Federal Transit Administration Assistance Programs/Affirmation of Applicant, file grant application(s) on behalf of the City and execute a grant agreement(s); in concurrence with and execution of the Affirmation of Applicant’s Attorney Certification by the City Attorney. 1105-01
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5 AGREEMENT AMENDMENT NO. 13 – PARKING MANAGEMENT SERVICES – EXTENDING TERM TO JUNE 30, 2027
City Council approved Amendment No. 13, extending the term of the agreement with Parking Concepts, Incorporated, for an additional one- year term expiring on June 30, 2027, as well as updating the payment terms; and authorized the City Manager to execute the amendment and any written notices on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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PROJECT NO. 7864 - ACCEPT WORK FOR SENIOR CENTER ROOF REPLACEMENT
AND EXTERIOR PAINTING OF BUILDING
City Council accepted the work completed by Letner Roofing Company in the amount of $818,871 for Senior Center Roof Replacement and Exterior Painting of Building. 1005-04-7864
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT NO. 2 – FIRE ALARM TESTING & INSPECTION
SERVICES AND REMOTE MONITORING SERVICES AND MAINTENANCE AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR KITCHEN HOOD RANGES – EXTENDING TERM TO JUNE 30, 2027
City Council approve d Amendment No. 2, extending the term of the agreement with Brennan Estimating Services, Inc. dba Brennan Fire & Security, Inc., for an additional one-year term expiring on June 30, 2027; and authorize d the City Manager to execute the amendment on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney. 950
APPROVE PROPOSAL FOR CITYWIDE ENTRY MONUMENT REFURBISHING
City Council award ed a contract to Bravo Sign and Design, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $61,950 for Citywide entry monument refurbishing; and authorized the City Manager to approve the proposal and any necessary amendments within the 10% contingency, provided there is sufficient funding in the budget and it is within the City Manager’s signing authority, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
AMENDMENT NO. 4 – FEDERAL LOBBYING SERVICES
City Council approve d the Fourth Amendment to the Carpi & Clay Agreement and extended the term of the Agreement to June 30, 2028; and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement and any amendments provided there is funding in the budget and it is within the City Manager’s signing authority, on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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6 AGREEMENT AMENDMENT NO. 1 – OVERHEAD DOOR REPAIR AND
MAINTENANCE SERVICES – DOOR REPLACEMENTS
This item was tabled. 955
AGREEMENT AMENDMENT NO. 1 FOR ON- CALL COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
CONSULTANT SERVICES AND ADDITIONAL SERVICES RELATED TO THE WALK
PROJECT SURROUNDING CITY HALL
City Council approved Amendment No. 1 with CSG Consultants, Inc., to provide on- call professional Community Development Consultant Services in an amount not -to-exceed $606,400 beginning February 2026 and ending on January 1, 2028; and authorized the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 and any additional amendments provided there is funding in the budget and is within the City Manager’s signing authority, on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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RESOLUTION NO. 26 -21 - BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR ATHLETIC NETTING
SYSTEM INSTALLATION
City Council adopt ed Resolution No. 26- 21, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF NORWALK AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2025/26 ADOPTED BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR THE INSTALLATION OF AN ATHLETIC NETTING SYSTEM FOR ZIMMERMAN PARK LOCATED AT 13031 SHOEMAKER AVENUE, in the amount of $84,800.
AGREEMENT FOR INSTALLATION OF SECURITY BADGE READERS AT CITYWIDE
FACILITIES
City Council approved an agreement with ASSI Security to provide services related to the installation of badge readers at Citywide facilities, in an amount not to exceed $74,985; and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement and any amendments, provided there is funding in the budget and it is within the City Manager’s signing authority, on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney. 920
AMENDMENT NO. 11 TO THE AGREEMENT FOR CITYWIDE STREET SWEEPING
SERVICES
City Council approved Amendment No. 11 to the agreement with Nationwide Environmental Services, a division of Joe’s Sweeping Inc.; and authorized the City Manager to execute this amendment, on behalf of the City; in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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7 APPOINTMENTS
ADVISORY BODY APPOINTMENTS
There were no appointments made.
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PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC HEARING – RESOLUTION NO. 26 -19 – APPROVING THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM FISCAL YEAR 2026 -2027 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN AND AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND TRANSMIT ALL REQUIRED DOCUMENTS
TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN
DEVELOPMENT
Mayor Perez opened the public hearing to consider approving the Community Development Block Grant and Home Investment Partnerships Program FY 2026/27. The City Clerk presented a report on legal requisites for notice of hearing. A report was presented by Bethani Cardenas, Housing Manager. City Council discussion ensued with Mayor Perez directing staff to report back in six months regarding the status of the programs. There being no persons wishing to testify on the matter Mayor Perez closed the public hearing. Mayor Perez moved and Councilmember Valencia seconded to:
a. adopt Resolution No. 26-19, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF NORWALK APPROVING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM FISCAL YEAR 2026/27
ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, AN APPLICATION FOR FUNDING, AND AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AND TRANSMIT ALL REQUIRED
DOCUMENTS TO THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT; and
b. authorize the City Manager to execute agreements and any amendments, in forms approved by the City Attorney, with social service agencies for the provision of services funded under the Annual Action Plan; and
c. authorize the Director of Community Development to execute Memorandums of Understanding with City Departments and homeless referral organizations for the provision of services funded under the Annual Action Plan.
MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Councilmembers Ayala, Ramriez, Valencia, Vice Mayor Rios and Mayor Perez
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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8 RESOLUTION NO. 26-20 - UPDATING USER AND REGULATORY FEES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027
Mayor Perez opened the public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 26 -20, updating user and regulatory fees for fiscal year 26/27. The City Clerk presented a report on legal requisites for notice of hearing. A report was presented by Jennifer Hernandez, Administrative Services Supervisor . There being no persons wishing to testify on the matter Mayor Perez closed the public hearing Mayor Perez moved and Councilmember Valencia seconded to adopt Resolution No. 26- 20, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NORWALK UPDATING USER AND REGULATORY FEES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026 -2027. MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Councilmembers Ayala, Ramriez, Valencia, Vice Mayor Rios and Mayor Perez
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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REPORTS
PROJECT NO. 7859 – AWARD OF CONTRACT – CONTRUCTION SERVICES FOR BUILDINGS DEMOLITION LOCATED AT NORWALK TRANSIT VILLAGE, 13200 BLOOMFIELD AVENUE/RESOLUTION NO. 26 -18 BUDGET AMENDMENT, ENGINEER'S REPORT NO. 26-17
This item was continued to June 2, 2026.
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EXTEND 2026 FIREWORKS SALES FROM JUNE 30 – JULY 4
Jana Stuard, Director of Finance/Treasurer, provided a report. Councilmember Ayala moved and Councilmember Ramirez seconded to approve a one- time exception to the fireworks sales period to allow the sale of safe and sane fireworks to begin on June 30, 2026, in recognition of the United States Semiquincentennial . MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING ROLL CALL VOTE:
AYES: Councilmembers Ayala, Ramriez, Valencia, Vice Mayor Rios and Mayor Perez
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Addressing City Council were Jack Cornejo and Andy U.
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9 ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:47 p.m.
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THERESA DEVOY, CMC
CITY CLERK
ATTEST:
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JENNIFER PEREZ
MAYOR