Agenda packet — Paramount City Council, May 28, 2024 (part 1 of 2)

Agenda
City Council
May 28, 2024
Adjourned Meeting – Paramount Park Community Center - 5:00 p.m. 14400 Paramount Boulevard Paramount, CA 90723 (562) 220-2000 www.paramountcity.com

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CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Annette C. Delgadillo
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Eddie Cruz, President
Paramount Unified School District Board of Education

ROLL CALL OF
COUNCILMEMBERS:

Councilmember Isabel Aguayo
Councilmember Brenda Olmos
Councilmember Vilma Cuellar Stallings
Vice Mayor Peggy Lemons
Mayor Annette C. Delgadillo
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PRESENTATIONS

1. VIDEO PROGRESS PARK PLAYGROUND GRAND OPENING

2. PRESENTATION PARAMOUNT EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP
• PEP Board of Directors
• PEP Scholarship Selection Committee
• PEP Donors
• Recognition of PEP Scholarship Recipients

3. RECOGNITION EDUCATION MONTH
• Valedictorian, Paramount High School, Class of 2024
• Salutatorian, Paramount High School, Class of 2024
• Co-Valedictorians, Odyssey STEM Academy, Class of 2024 • Gates Scholarship Recipients
• Dell Scholars Program Awardee
• Top 25 Paramount High School Academic Students, Class of 2024
• Top 5 Odyssey STEM Academy Academic, Class of 2024
• Top 2 Buena Vista High School Academic Students, Class of 2024
• Top 5 PUSD Student Volunteers, Class of 2024
• Top 5 Paramount High School Momentum Students, Class
of 2024
• PUSD Teachers of the Year
• PUSD Classified Employees and Staff of the Year

CITY COUNCIL PUBLIC COMMENT UPDATES

PUBLIC COMMENTS

CONSENT CALENDAR
All items under the Consent Calendar may be enacted by one motion. Any item may be removed from the Consent Calendar and acted upon separately by the City Council.

4. APPROVAL AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE PARK MONUMENT SIGNS (CITY PROJECT NO. 9450)
Recommended Action: Approve the purchase and installation of park monuments signs from Bravo Sign & Design, Inc., Anaheim, California, in the amount of $110,060.

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5. ORDINANCE
1186
APPROVING A REQUEST BY DR. EUGENE ALLEN TO REPEAL
ORDINANCE NO. 717/ZONE CHANGE NO. 147 AND ADOPT
ORDINANCE NO. 1186/ZONE CHANGE NO. 248 FOR 8225

ALONDRA BOULEVARD IN THE PD-PS (PLANNED

DEVELOPMENT WITH PERFORMANCE STANDARDS) ZONE IN

THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT
Recommended Action: Read by title only, waive further reading, and adopt Ordinance No. 1186.

6. APPROVAL APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS TO SELL FIREWORKS – 2024 Recommended Action: Approve the applications to sell fireworks submitted by the eight eligible community groups.

7. REPORT REVIEW OF CITY COUNCIL PERMIT FOR LIVE

ENTERTAINMENT (KARAOKE) (PANATARATT KATE
TIRATHANANON/CATE’S CORNER) - 8400 ALONDRA

BOULEVARD
Recommended Action: Receive and file the report with the stipulation that staff conduct an annual review of Panataratt Kate Tirathananon/Cate’s Corner restaurant Live Entertainment Permit.

NEW BUSINESS

8. APPROVAL AGREEMENT WITH THINK TOGETHER FOR AFTER SCHOOL EDUCATION AND SAFETY SERVICES AT FOUR (4) SUCCESS

THROUGH EDUCATION AND RECREATION (STAR) MIDDLE

SCHOOL SITES
Recommended Action: Approve the agreement with Think
Together in the amount of $632,287.91 for the operation of four STAR middle school sites and authorize the Mayor of her designee to execute the agreement.

9. APPROVAL MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH PARAMOUNT
UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR ACADEMIC YEAR 2024-25

ELO-P AND ASES FUNDED AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
Recommended Action: Approve the Memorandum of
Understanding between the City of Paramount and the Paramount Unified School District that identifies responsibilities of both agencies in operating the ELO-P and STAR programs.

10. RESOLUTION
24:015

APPROVING THE DISPOSITION AND

DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF

PARAMOUNT AND HABITAT FOR HUMANITY OF GREATER

LOS ANGELES FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF TWO
AFFORDABLE HOMES AT 16305 HUNSAKER AVENUE
Recommended Action: Read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 24:015.

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11. APPROVAL AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO AGREEMENT WITH ATHENS SERVICES

FOR INTEGRATED SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT SERVICES

AND APPROVAL OF THE MODIFICATION OF FEES AND

CHARGES FOR PICK-UP AND HAULING OF REFUSE WITHIN

THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT
Recommended Action:

A) Approve Amendment No. 2 to the Amended and Restated
Agreement between the City of Paramount and Arakelian
Enterprises. CBA Athens Services for Integrated Solid Waste Management Services, subject to final approval by the City Attorney in connection with indemnification provisions.

B) Read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 24:013 approving the modification of fees and charges for pick-up and hauling of refuse within the City.

12. RESOLUTION
24:014
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 19:045 PERTAINING TO THE

FREQUENCY OF THE COMMUNITY-WIDE PARKING

COMMITTEE MEETINGS
Recommended Action: Read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 24:014

13. AWARD OF

CONTRACT
DILLS PARK RENOVATION – PARKING LOT (CITY PROJECT
NO. 9259)
Recommended Action: Award the contract for the Dills Park Renovation – Parking Lot project (City Project No. 9259) to Deark E&C, Inc., Fullerton, California, in the amount of $1,040,600.20, and authorize the Mayor or her designee to execute the agreement.

ENVIRONMENTAL SUSTAINABILITY - NEW BUSINESS

14. APPROVAL APPROPRIATION OF AN ADDITIONAL $50,000 FROM THE EPA FUND IN FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 FOR CONTINUED AIR

MONITORING
Recommended Action: Approve the appropriation of an additional $50,000 from the EPA Fund for continued ambient air monitoring in Fiscal Year 2023-2024.

COMMENTS/COMMITTEE REPORTS

CLOSED SESSION

CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Government Code Section 54957.6(f)
Agency designated representatives: City Council
Unrepresented employee: City Manager
Terms and conditions of employment
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ADJOURNMENT
To a meeting on June 11 2024 at 6:00 PM in the Council Chamber at City Hall, 16400 Colorado Ave., Paramount, CA
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To: Honorable City Council
From: John Moreno, City Manager
By: Heidi Luce, City Clerk
Date: May 28, 2024
SUBJECT: PROGRESS PARK PLAYGROUND GRAND OPENING
A video highlighting the Progress Park Playground Grand Opening will be presented.

To: Honorable City Council
From: John Moreno, City Manager
By: David Johnson, Community Services
Director
Date: May 28, 2024
SUBJECT: PARAMOUNT EDUCATION PARTNERSHIP
In celebration of Education Month, the Paramount Education Partnership (PEP) Board of Directors, Scholarship Selection Committee, and Scholarship donors over $2,500 will be recognized for their contribution to this program. Additionally, the PEP Scholarship awardees will be recognized for their achievement.
• PEP Board of Directors
• PEP Scholarship Selection Committee
• PEP Donors
• Recognition of PEP Scholarship Recipients
To: Honorable City Council
From: John Moreno, City Manager
By: David Johnson, Community Services
Director
Date: May 28, 2024
SUBJECT: EDUCATION MONTH
In celebration of Education Month in the City of Paramount, the City Council will recognize Paramount Unified School District students, teachers, classified employees, and staff for their notable accomplishments during the 2023-24 school year. • Valedictorian, Paramount High School, Class of 2024
• Salutatorian, Paramount High School, Class of 2024
• Co-Valedictorians, Odyssey STEM Academy, Class of 2024 • Gates Scholarship Recipients
• Dell Scholars Program Awardee
• Top 25 Paramount High School Academic Students, Class of 2024 • Top 5 Odyssey STEM Academy Academic, Class of 2024
• Top 2 Buena Vista High School Academic Students, Class of 2024 • Top 5 PUSD Student Volunteers, Class of 2024
• Top 5 Paramount High School Momentum Students, Class of 2024 • PUSD Teachers of the Year
• PUSD Classified Employees and Staff of the Year
To: Honorable City Council
From: John Moreno, City Manager
By: Adriana Figueroa, Public Works Director
Date: May 28, 2024
SUBJECT: AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE PARK MONUMENT SIGNS (CITY PROJECT NO. 9450)

BACKGROUND
Over the past several years, the City has been upgrading its existing signage citywide to reflect the improvements to the City’s downtown area completed in 2017. As part of those improvements, new wayfinding signage, City entry monument signs, and facility monument signs were introduced. Included in the FY 2023-24 Capital Improvements Budget is a project to upgrade existing facility monument signage at Progress Park and Paramount Park. New wayfinding and facility monument signs are being introduced to match the existing City Hall and Clearwater signage. The proposal includes the demolition and removal of the old signs and the installation of the new ones.

DISCUSSION
Staff received a quote from Bravo Sign and Design, Inc. for the demolition of old signage, replacement, and installation of a new entry monument signage located at both Progress Park and Paramount Park. The attached photos show the style and locations for the proposed new signage. For Progress Park, this installation includes a new vertical wayfinding sign closest to the southerly vehicle entry point on Downey Avenue, and a secondary new monument sign at the southeast corner of Downey Avenue and Jefferson Street. Currently, there is an existing monument sign located south of the main entrance to Progress Park Plaza and that will be removed as part of the project. The upgrade at Paramount Park includes the removal of the existing sign, and installation of a new monument sign closest to the northerly vehicle entrance of the park on the berm next to the sidewalk. This sign will be double sided so that it can easily be viewed by drivers going north and southbound on Paramount Blvd.

According to the City’s adopted purchasing policy, purchases of equipment in excess of $25,000 require City Council approval. The fabrication and installation of the signs are a sole source product that must match the existing signage and, according to the City’s adopted purchasing policy, does not require competitive bidding.

Agenda Report May 28, 2024
AUTHORIZATION TO PURCHASE Page 2
Project Cost
Project: $ 110,060
Contingency (10%): $ 11,006
Total: $ 121,066

FISCAL IMPACT
Funding for this project was included in the Fiscal Year 2023-24 Capital Improvement Project Budget utilizing General Funds. The total project amount of $121,066 is below the already appropriated amount of $195,000. Therefore, there is no additional fiscal impact to the City.

VISION, MISSION, VALUES, AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization, establish priorities, uniformity and guidelines; and provide the framework for policy decision making. The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision. This item aligns with Strategic Outcome No 5: Attractive and WellMaintained Infrastructure - Develop and maintain City-owned infrastructure, parks, facilities, and amenities that enhance quality of life and the attractiveness of the community.

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Approve the purchase and installation of park monuments signs from Bravo Sign & Design, Inc., Anaheim, California, in the amount of $110,060.

SMALL & 14’ MONUMENT SIGNS
1 of 4
14’L MONUMENT ID SIGN

FRONT VIEW
SCALE: 1/2”=1’-0”
14'
5'-7 1/4"

PROGRESS PARK
15500 DOWNEY AVENUE

SMALL MONUMENT ID SIGN

FRONT VIEW
SCALE: 1/2”=1’-0”

PROGRESS
PARK
4 1/2”

APPROVED

APPROVED
w/ CORRECTIONS

REVISE & SUBMIT
COPYRIGHT 2021 BRAVO SIGN & DESIGN/ CDR FILE: PARAMOUNT PARK MONUMENTS - MOCK UP DATE REVISED:

PLEASE LOOK OVER CAREFULLY CHECKING ALL SPELLING, PUNCTUATION & GRAMMAR.

BRAVO CAN NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ERRORS AFTER FINAL APPROVAL REVISION:

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COMPANY:

CONTACT:

EMAIL:

PH/FAX:

DATE:

JOB #:

CITY OF PARAMOUNT

MARIO FLORES
[email protected]
562-220-2113
11-20-2023
N/A
The original design concept
represented in this drawing is
the property of Bravo Sign &
Design. Use, in whole or in
part, by anyone other than
Bravo, for any purpose not
directly related to design,
fabrication, and or installation
by Bravo shall be subjected to
a design fee and written
release at the discretion of
Bravo Sign & Design.

OUR SIGNATURE REPRESENTS FINAL APPR
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SIGNATURE:______________________________________ DATE:____________________________________________ DRAWN BY: IT
PAGE:

APPROVED

APPROVED
w/ CORRECTIONS

REVISE & SUBMIT
COPYRIGHT 2021 BRAVO SIGN & DESIGN/ CDR FILE: PARAMOUNT PARK MONUMENTS - MOCK UP DATE REVISED:

PLEASE LOOK OVER CAREFULLY CHECKING ALL SPELLING, PUNCTUATION & GRAMMAR.

BRAVO CAN NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ERRORS AFTER FINAL APPROVAL REVISION:

REV 3
COMPANY:

CONTACT:

EMAIL:

PH/FAX:

DATE:

JOB #:

CITY OF PARAMOUNT

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PROGRESS PARK - 14’ S/F SIGN
2 of 4
14’L MONUMENT ID SIGN

FRONT VIEW
SCALE: 1/2”=1’-0”

PROGRESS PARK
15500 DOWNEY AVENUE

APPROVED

APPROVED
w/ CORRECTIONS

REVISE & SUBMIT
COPYRIGHT 2021 BRAVO SIGN & DESIGN/ CDR FILE: PARAMOUNT PARK MONUMENTS - MOCK UP DATE REVISED:

PLEASE LOOK OVER CAREFULLY CHECKING ALL SPELLING, PUNCTUATION & GRAMMAR.

BRAVO CAN NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ERRORS AFTER FINAL APPROVAL REVISION:

REV 3
COMPANY:

CONTACT:

EMAIL:

PH/FAX:

DATE:

JOB #:

CITY OF PARAMOUNT

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PROGRESS PARK - SMALL S/F SIGN
3 of 4

SMALL MONUMENT ID SIGN

FRONT VIEW
SCALE: 1/2”=1’-0”
**NEED TO CONFIRM TEXT SCHEDULE**

PROGRESS
PARK

APPROVED

APPROVED
w/ CORRECTIONS

REVISE & SUBMIT
COPYRIGHT 2021 BRAVO SIGN & DESIGN/ CDR FILE: PARAMOUNT PARK MONUMENTS - MOCK UP DATE REVISED:

PLEASE LOOK OVER CAREFULLY CHECKING ALL SPELLING, PUNCTUATION & GRAMMAR.

BRAVO CAN NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR ANY ERRORS AFTER FINAL APPROVAL REVISION:

REV 3
COMPANY:

CONTACT:

EMAIL:

PH/FAX:

DATE:

JOB #:

CITY OF PARAMOUNT

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PARAMOUNT PARK - 14’ D/F SIGN
4 of 4
14’L MONUMENT ID SIGN

FRONT VIEW
SCALE: 1/4”=1’-0”

PARAMOUNT PARK
14400 PARAMOUNT BLVD
BRAVO SIGN & DESIGN, INC.
520 S CENTRAL PARK AVE EAST
ANAHEIM, CA 92802
7142840500
[email protected]
Estimate

ADDRESS

CITY OF PARAMOUNT
16400 COLORADO AVE
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723-
5012

SHIP TO

CITY OF PARAMOUNT
16400 COLORADO AVE
PARAMOUNT, CA 90723-
5012
ESTIMATE # 240082
DATE 04/10/2024

JOB NAME

PARAMOUNT PARK MONUMENTS

DESCRIPTION QTY RATE AMOUNT

SMALL SIGN DEMO
Small sign demo and haul away existing sign at Progress Park .
1 4,500.00 4,500.00

S/F NON-ILLUMINATED SMALL PARK ID SIGN
Manufacture custom non-lit S/F alum. cabinet, w/(2) color paint, and saddle set up for mounting, WHITE vinyl copy, to read “PROGRESS PARK” .
1 5,000.00 5,000.00T

INSTALLATION OF SMALL PARK ID SIGN
To include: Digging, setting forms, posts and rebar, pouring new concrete footing, and mounting Small Park ID sign to posts embedded into concrete footing
.
1 5,000.00 5,000.00

LARGE SIGN DEMO
Large sign demo and haul away existing sign at Paramount Park .
1 6,000.00 6,000.00
14’ INTERNALLY LIT PARK MONUMENT SIGNS
14’ x 5’-7” x 2’ D/F internally lit park monument sign, alum. cabinet, painted (3) colors, w/precast concrete base, 1”THK and ¼”THK push thru acrylic copy. (1) S/F Sign to read “PROGRESS PARK / 15500 DOWNEY AVENUE” front and back
(1) D/F Sign to read “PARAMOUNT PARK / 14400 PARAMOUNT BLVD” .
2 29,500.00 59,000.00T
INSTALLATION OF 14’ PARK MONUMENT SIGNS
To include: Digging, setting forms, posts and rebar, pouring new concrete footing, and mounting 14’ Park Monument sign to posts embedded into concrete footing
.
2 12,000.00 24,000.00
EXCLUDED: traffic control, survey/staking, gravel, concrete mow strip, concrete paving, concrete cutting, waterproofing, electrical to location, added move-ons, anti-graffiti sealer, bonds, permits and fees .
1 0.00 0.00
TERMS 95/5
DIR # 1000006083
Lic # 641391 A, C61-D42
SUBTOTAL 103,500.00
TAX 6,560.00
TOTAL $110,060.00
Accepted By Accepted Date
To: Honorable City Council
From: John Moreno, City Manager
By: Heidi Luce, City Clerk
Date: May 28, 2024
SUBJECT: APPROVING A REQUEST BY DR. EUGENE ALLEN TO REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 717/ZONE CHANGE NO. 147 AND ADOPT
ORDINANCE NO. 1186/ZONE CHANGE NO. 248 FOR 8225 ALONDRA

BOULEVARD IN THE PD-PS (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT WITH

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS) ZONE IN THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT

BACKGROUND
The City Council, at its regularly scheduled meeting on May 14, 2024, introduced Ordinance No. 1186 and placed it on the May 28, 2024, agenda for adoption.

ORDINANCE NO. 1186
“AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PARAMOUNT APPROVING A REQUEST BY DR. EUGENE ALLEN TO
REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 717/ZONE CHANGE NO. 147 AND ADOPT
ORDINANCE NO. 1186/ZONE CHANGE NO. 248 FOR 8225 ALONDRA

BOULEVARD IN THE PD-PS (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT WITH
PERFORMANCE STANDARDS) ZONE IN THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT”

DISCUSSION
Subsequent to the introduction of Ordinance No. 1186, a typographical error was found in the original ordinance title which has been corrected on the title shown above. The zone change being approved by this ordinance is Zone Change. No. 248 not Zone Change No. 148 as shown on the title when the Ordinance was introduced. All information in the original agenda report referenced Zone Change No. 248 Ordinance No. 1186, as shown above, is presented for adoption at tonight’s meeting. The agenda report from the May 14, 2024, meeting is attached for reference.

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

Agenda Report May 28, 2024
ORDINANCE NO. 1186 Page 2

VISION, MISSION, VALUES, AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization, establish priorities, uniformity and guidelines; and provide the framework for policy decision making. The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision. This item aligns with Strategic Outcome No 1: Safe Community - Provide a safe place to live, work, and visit. 3: Economic Health - Support a healthy, sustainable economy reflecting community values.

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Read by title only, waive further reading, and adopt Ordinance No. 1186.

20. PUBLIC HEARING ORDINANCE NO. 1186/ZONE CHANGE NO. 248 8225 ALONDRA BOULEVARD
Recommended Action: Read by title only, waive further
reading, introduce Ordinance No. 1186, “Approving a request by Dr. Eugene Allen to repeal Ordinance No. 717/Zone
Change No. 147 and adopt Ordinance No. 1186/Zone Change No. 148 for 8225 Alondra Boulevard in the PD-PS (Planned Development with Performance Standards) zone in the City of Paramount,” and place it on the May 28, 2024 agenda for adoption.

To: Honorable City Council
From: John Moreno, City Manager
By: John Carver, Planning Director
John King, AICP, Assistant Planning
Director
Date: May 14, 2024
SUBJECT: ORDINANCE NO. 1186/ZONE CHANGE NO. 248
8225 ALONDRA BOULEVARD

BACKGROUND
Request
This item is a request by Dr. Eugene Allen to replace Ordinance No. 717/Zone Change No. 147 to allow an urgent care facility and activities and services for disabled youth at 8225 Alondra Boulevard in the PD-PS (Planned Development with Performance Standards) zone.

On May 1, 2024, the Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve the zone change.

The Development Review Board is expected to review a related application, Development Review Application No. 24:005, in June 2024. Additionally, a conditional use permit (CUP) application from the applicant is forthcoming.

Zone changes are processed in compliance with State law and Chapter 17.52 of the Paramount Municipal Code. The Planning Commission decision is a recommendation to the City Council.

Since 2007, the applicant has operated a medical clinic in Paramount, first at 16415 Colorado Avenue #104 before relocating to 15745 Paramount Boulevard in 2016.

Ordinance No. 717/Zone Change No. 147
In 1987, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 717, approving Zone Change No. 147.

This approval changed the zone from C-3 (General Commercial) to PD-PS (Planned Development with Performance Standards) at 8225 Alondra Boulevard. As stated in the zone change document, the intent of the uses in this PD-PS zone was to include retail commercial establishments (excluding uses involving the sale of food) and professional offices.

The existing PD-PS zone regulations are attached.

Agenda Report May 14, 2024
ORDINANCE NO. 1186/ZONE CHANGE NO. 248 Page 2
Site Description
The subject property, located at the northwest corner of Alondra Boulevard and Virginia Avenue, is 25,540 square feet in area. A 13,530 square foot building, constructed in 1980, occupies the site. An interior design business owned by the current property owner is winding down. A bookkeeping business that operates from the building is expected to remain until Dr. Allen begins construction.

A residential neighborhood zoned R-2 (Medium Density Residential) is to the north, a legal nonconforming residence in the C-3 zone is to the west, a self-serve carwash is to the south, and an office building is to the east.

DISCUSSION
Project Description
The applicant is proposing to repurpose the existing building as a new urgent care medical office, along with various other community related uses for education, after-school classes, and tutoring.

Regarding the urgent care component, Dr. Allen’s office would total 2,194 square feet.

This area is comparable to the 2,000 square foot medical office that Dr. Allen currently occupies on Paramount Boulevard. The proposed urgent care would operate Monday through Friday between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m. and on Saturday and Sunday between 9:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m.

Additional elements in the remainder of the building include children’s play areas, a music studio, a karate studio, and a large-scale sculpture. A proposed “Body and Mind” youth program would operate Monday through Saturday from 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. A proposed “Faith, Perseverance, Resiliency, and Success” youth program would operate Monday through Friday from 9:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m. and on Saturday between 9:00 a.m. and 5:00 p.m.

The site currently provides 30 parking stalls, including 28 standard stalls and 2 Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) stalls. An oversized parking space is provided for van parking.

As previously mentioned, the applicant will be required to obtain an approved conditional use permit from the Planning Commission prior to opening for business. All aspects of these proposed uses, including days and times of operation, will be evaluated and considered under the CUP application process.

Photos
Below is a view looking northwest at the subject site:

Agenda Report May 14, 2024
ORDINANCE NO. 1186/ZONE CHANGE NO. 248 Page 3
Below is a view west at the east side of the subject site:

Below is a view north at the south side of the subject site:

Plans
The following is the site plan:

Agenda Report May 14, 2024
ORDINANCE NO. 1186/ZONE CHANGE NO. 248 Page 4
Zone Change Description
The proposed zone change primarily adds the following as possible uses:
• Studios (dance and fitness, martial arts, recording, art, and music). • Children’s play areas associated with education and/or tutoring – with Conditional Use Permit.
• Medical, dental, and optometrist uses, including urgent care facilities – with Conditional Use Permit.
• Services and programs for persons who have one or more disabilities – with Conditional Use Permit.
• Youth activity programs – with Conditional Use Permit.

Other proposed changes include incorporating regulations that have been adopted for traditional commercial zones in recent years. Examples include drought tolerant landscaping requirements, the prohibition of window security bars and other specific window coverings, the prohibition of razor wire and barbed wire, and clarifying that housing is not a permitted use.

Agenda Report May 14, 2024
ORDINANCE NO. 1186/ZONE CHANGE NO. 248 Page 5
Environmental Assessment
Blodgett Baylosis Environmental Planning, an environmental planning firm, prepared an analysis in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and CEQA Guidelines. The zone change is exempt from the provisions of the California (b)(3) – general rule that CEQA only applies to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment for other properties. The associated project is a Class 3 (new construction or conversion of small structures) Categorical Exemption pursuant to Article 19, Section 15303 of CEQA Guidelines.

Summary
As described by the environmental assessment, the proposed use would not result in any significant increased capacity, changes in operation, or increased employment. A satisfactory amount of parking spaces as determined through the conditional use permit process will be provided. Site access and circulation would not change. In addition, no significant new construction would occur other than that required for the proposed interior tenant improvements. At the completion of construction and once occupied, the proposed project would not significantly raise ground-borne noise levels (also to be included a condition of approval of the conditional use permit). The project would not be out of character with the General Plan, which the City Council most recently updated in 2007.

Furthermore, additional review and potential conditions of approval will be considered with Development Review Application No. 24:005 and the forthcoming conditional use permit application.

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

VISION, MISSION, VALUES, AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization, establish priorities, uniformity, and guidelines; and provide the framework for policy decisionmaking. The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision. This item aligns with Strategic Outcomes No. 1: Safe Community - Provide a safe place to live, work, and visit; and No. 3: Economic Health - Support a healthy, sustainable economy reflecting community values.

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Read by title only, waive further reading, introduce Ordinance No. 1186, “Approving a request by Dr. Eugene Allen to repeal Ordinance No. 717/Zone Change No. 147 and adopt Ordinance No. 1186/Zone Change No. 148 for 8225 Alondra Boulevard in the PDPS (Planned Development with Performance Standards) zone in the City of Paramount,” and place it on the May 28, 2024 agenda for adoption.

CITY OF PARAMOUNT

LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
ORDINANCE NO. 1186

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
PARAMOUNT APPROVING A REQUEST BY DR. EUGENE ALLEN TO
REPEAL ORDINANCE NO. 717/ZONE CHANGE NO. 147 AND ADOPT
ORDINANCE NO. 1186/ZONE CHANGE NO. 148 FOR 8225 ALONDRA

BOULEVARD IN THE PD-PS (PLANNED DEVELOPMENT WITH

PERFORMANCE STANDARDS) ZONE IN THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Purpose and Findings. The City Council finds and declares as follows:

WHEREAS, California Constitution Article XI, Section 7, enables the City of Paramount (“the City”) to enact local planning and land use regulations; and WHEREAS, the authority to adopt and enforce zoning regulations, including the location and boundaries of the various zones shown and delineated on the Official Zoning Map of the City, is an exercise of the City’s police power to protect the public health, safety, and welfare; and
WHEREAS, the City desires to ensure that development occurs in a prudently effective manner, consistent with the goals and objectives of the General Plan as updated and adopted by the City Council on August 7, 2007 and reasonable land use planning principles; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on May 1, 2024 at which time it considered all evidence presented, both written and oral, and at the end of the hearing voted to adopt Resolution No. PC 24:016, recommending that the City Council adopt this Ordinance; and
WHEREAS, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing on this Ordinance on May 14, 2024, at which time it considered all evidence presented, both written and oral.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 2. Ordinance No. 717/Zone Change No. 147 is hereby repealed and replaced as follows with:

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Said zone change is subject to the following conditions:

Permitted Uses:

The broad intent of the uses in this PD-PS (Planned Development with Performance Standards) zone is to include retail-commercial establishments (except those uses involving the sale of food) and professional offices.

The following uses only are permitted in this PD-PS zone:

1. Apparel shops.

2. Appliance stores.

3. Banks, credit unions, savings and loan institutions, and financial services (excluding check cashing, payday loans, and auto title loans).

4. Barber shops, beauty shops, and nail salons.

5. Book and stationary stores.

6. Boutiques.

7. Dress shops.

8. Drug stores.

9. Dry cleaners.

10. Florist shops.

11. Furniture stores.

12. Hardware stores.

13. Insurance agencies.

14. Jewelry stores.

15. Locksmiths.

16. Printing establishments.

17. Real estate brokers and sales office.

18. Shoe stores and repair shops.

19. Studios (dance and fitness, martial arts, recording, art, and music).

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20. Tailor services.

21. Textile fabrication when in conjunction with an existing retail use at the same location.

Subject to Conditional Use Permit:

The following uses may be permitted; provided that in each instance a conditional use permit is first obtained and continued in full force and effect as provided in Section 17.48.020 of the Paramount Municipal Code.

1. Children’s play areas associated with education and/or tutoring.

2. Medical, dental, and optometrist uses, including urgent care facilities.

3. Services and programs for persons who have one or more disabilities.

4. Youth activity programs.

Prohibited Uses:

The following uses shall be prohibited in this PD-PS zone:

1. Automotive repair or service of any kind whatsoever.

2. Bars or cocktail lounges, where no food is served.

3. Billiard parlors.

4. Bingo parlors.

5. Exterior display of merchandise of any kind other than as a Special Event Sale or Grand Opening.

6. Fraternal or social organizations.

7. Game arcades.

8. Housing. Any type of residence or caretaker unit is prohibited unless allowed by State law.

9. Laundries.

10. Places of worship.

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11. Recreational vehicles. The outdoor parking or outdoor storage of any recreational vehicle shall not be allowed. Such recreational vehicles shall include, but are not limited to motorhomes, boats, travel trailers, and transport trailers.

12. Tire shops, sales or service.

13. Vocational schools.

14. Vehicle storage. Truck and/or van storage is prohibited at all times. All other vehicle storage is prohibited overnight.

15. Welding shops.

Performance Standards:

All uses shall be closely monitored to protect the integrity and privacy of the residential neighborhood adjacent to the PD-PS zone. To the extent possible, parking and vehicular traffic shall be directed away from the residential areas.

1. Electrical. Any electrical disturbances adversely affecting the operation of any equipment other than that of the creator of such disturbance is prohibited.

2. Exterior lighting. All exterior lighting shall be low-level and shall be directed away from all residentially zoned properties.

3. Exterior storage. No exterior storage of vehicles, materials, supplies, equipment, or machinery shall be permitted whether open or in tanks, bins, or other container devices.

4. Glare or heat. Any direct or reflected glare or heat which is perceptible at any point outside of any building is prohibited.

5. Hazardous materials. Hazardous materials are prohibited at the storage facility.

6. Loading and unloading. Hours of loading and unloading shall be prohibited between the hours of 6:00 p.m. and 8:00 a.m.

7. Modifications. Alterations or modifications to the exterior of the building, fences, railings, walls, or other improvements constructed on the property, or changes to the grade or drainage pattern of the property, are prohibited without the prior consent of the Planning Director.

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8. Noise or vibrations. Any building equipment, such as air conditioning devices, must comply with the Paramount Noise Ordinance. Any noise or vibrations other than that related to temporary construction work which is discernable without instruments at any lot line of the site is prohibited.

9. Odor. The emission of odorous gases or matter in quantities such as to be perceptible at any lot line of the site is prohibited.

10. Parking. There shall be no parking of employee vehicles on Virginia Avenue north of the subject parcel.

11. Pole/antennae. Any wireless telecommunications equipment shall be reviewed and approved by the Development Review Board.

12. Radioactive materials. The use or handling of radioactive materials is prohibited.

13. Satellite dish. The installation of a satellite dish shall be on the rooftop or otherwise concealed from public view.

14. Storage enclosed. All property being stored at the storage facility must be kept entirely within enclosed buildings.

15. Storage restrictions. The storage or accumulation of trash, manure, and other offensive or noxious materials in a self-storage unit or any other location is specifically prohibited.

16. Uses indoors. All uses except parking shall be conducted within an entirely enclosed building.

17. Trash/recyclables. Trash, recyclables, organic waste, or other waste shall be disposed of in the designated trash enclosure.

18. Vehicle repair. The maintenance, repair, or dismantling of any vehicle within the PD-PS (Planned Development with Performance Standards) zone is prohibited.

Development Standards:

1. Design. All new buildings, building additions, or substantial exterior remodels constructed in this PD-PS zone shall conform to the adopted architectural guidelines of the Central Business District.

2. Development Review. All conditions of Development Review Application No. 24:005 are applicable unless superseded by relevant changes to the Paramount Municipal Code.

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3. Driveways. The driveways shall not be widened.

4. Fences, etc. No fence or hedge exceeding 42 inches in height shall be erected or permitted in the front setback area on any lot. No chain link fences are permitted.

5. Landscaping/irrigation. Landscaping and irrigation shall comply with Chapter 17.96 (Water-Efficient Landscape Provisions) of the Paramount Municipal Code. All landscaped areas shall include a minimum six-inch curb along the perimeter.

6. Setbacks. Setbacks shall be as indicated on the submitted site plan.

7. Parking. Parking shall be provided in accordance with Article 3 (Loading Areas and Off-Street Parking) of Chapter 17.44 (General Provisions, Conditions, and Exceptions Regarding this Title) of the Paramount Municipal Code.

8. Exterior Security Doors, Gates, and Window Coverings. The installation of exterior security doors, gates, and window coverings, including, but not limited to, bars, grilles, grates, and overhead roll down doors, or any exterior mounted covering of any type, shall be prohibited.

9. Security wire. No barbed wire, concertina wire, razor wire or cut glass shall be used as a fence or part of a fence, wall or hedge along any property line or within any required side, rear, or front yard.

10. Signs. All signage on the exterior of the building shall comply with the sign standards established for the Central Business District. All signage shall be individual channel letters, and sign cans are prohibited.

11. Special Event Sales and Grand Openings. Special Event Sales and Grand Openings shall be as per Paramount Municipal Code regulations.

12. Tarps. The use of tarps is prohibited in front setbacks, side setbacks, rear yard areas, over driveways, and in parking and circulation areas.

Compliance with Chapter 17.72 (PD-PS, Planned Development with Performance Standards Zone) of the Paramount Municipal Code.

This zone change case shall comply with all conditions set forth in Chapter 17.72 (PD-PS, Planned Development with Performance Standards Zone) of the Paramount Municipal Code zone, Section 17.72.010 to 17.72.210, inclusive.

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SECTION 3. California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA). The City Council hereby finds that this zone change is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) which is the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment and CEQA does not apply where it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity may have a significant effect on the environment.

SECTION 4. Severability. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase in this ordinance or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is for any reason held invalid, the validity of the remainder of the ordinance or the application of such provision to other persons or circumstances shall be adopted thereby. The City Council hereby declares it would have passed this ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, or phrases or the application thereof to any person or circumstance be held invalid.

SECTION 5. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty days after its adoption, shall be certified as to its adoption by the City Clerk, and shall be published as required by law, together with the names and members of the City Council voting for and against the Ordinance.

PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Paramount this __ day of ____ 2024.
____________________________________
Annette C. Delgadillo, Mayor
Attest:
________________________
Heidi Luce, City Clerk
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To: Honorable City Council
From: John Moreno, City Manager
By: John Carver, Planning Director
Johnnie Rightmer, Building and Safety
Manager
Date: May 28, 2024
SUBJECT: APPLICATIONS FOR PERMITS TO SELL FIREWORKS – 2024

BACKGROUND
The eight nonprofit organizations eligible to sell “safe and sane” fireworks within the City of Paramount submitted applications to operate fireworks stands prior to the April 1, 2024 deadline. The fireworks stand locations are the same as last year. As required, these locations are one-quarter mile distance from the next closest fireworks stand. Per the Paramount Municipal Code, the sale of fireworks will be restricted to the hours between noon and 10:00 p.m., June 28 through July 4, 2024.

Provided below is a list of the eight nonprofit groups and the proposed locations of their respective fireworks stands:

Organization/Primary Mailing Address Fireworks Stand Location Church of God of Prophecy
14743 Garfield Avenue
15101 Paramount Boulevard
Lindsay Lumber
Downey Avenue Foursquare Church (Lifegate)
13376 Downey Avenue
13376 Downey Avenue
Downey Avenue Foursquare
Church
Emmanuel Reformed Church
15941 Virginia Avenue
15717 Downey Avenue
Rite-Aid
First Assembly of God
16215 Orizaba Avenue
7922 Rosecrans Avenue
S/W corner of
Rosecrans/Paramount
Knights of Columbus
15339 Paramount Boulevard
16229-16289 Paramount
Boulevard
Town Center West (Northgate)
Agenda Report May 28, 2024
APPLICATIONS FOR FIREWORKS PERMITS – 2024 Page 2
2 5
6 Conditions of Approval
Upon City Council approval, each of the organizations must comply with the following conditions to open and operate fireworks stands:

1. Obtain the necessary approval and permits for a temporary fireworks stand from the Building and Safety Division of the Planning Department.

2. Comply with all applicable sections of Chapter 8.12 (Fireworks) of the Paramount Municipal Code.

3. Comply with the provisions of the State Fireworks Law, Rules, and Regulations of the State Fire Marshal.

FISCAL IMPACT
Fiscal impact is minimal as fireworks sales and permitting is an annual service to the community. Partial cost recovery is obtained through the business license and permitting process.

VISION, MISSION, VALUES, AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization, establish priorities, uniformity, and guidelines; and provide the framework for policy decisionmaking. The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision. This item aligns with Strategic Outcome No 1: Safe Community - Provide a safe place to live, work, and visit.

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Approve the applications to sell fireworks submitted by the eight eligible community groups.

Lions Club
P.O. Box 110
Paramount Elks Club #1804
8108 Alondra Boulevard
Praise Chapel Paramount (Reach Church)
8043 Madison Street
14501-51 Lakewood Boulevard
Walmart
8066 Alondra Boulevard
Paramount Elks Club
13120 Downey Avenue
Super A Foods
To: Honorable City Council
From: John Moreno, City Manager
By: Margarita Matson, Public Safety Director
Date: May 28, 2024
SUBJECT: REVIEW OF CITY COUNCIL PERMIT FOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT (KARAOKE) (PANATARATT KATE TIRATHANANON/CATE’S
CORNER) - 8400 ALONDRA BOULEVARD

BACKGROUND
This item is an annual review of a Live Entertainment Permit for Panataratt Kate Tirathananon/Cate’s Corner, located at 8400 Alondra Boulevard. Cate’s Corner is licensed by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) for “Type-41” sales, which allow for the sale of beer and wine for onsite consumption between the hours of 11:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday.

At its September 6, 2022 meeting, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 22:044 approving a City Council permit for live entertainment (karaoke) in the following format (Attachment A):
• Self-service and hosted karaoke shall be permitted inside the establishment on Saturdays from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Mondays from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

At its April 25, 2023 meeting, the city council was presented with a six-month review, with the stipulation that staff conduct an annual review of the Panataratt Kate Tirathananon/Cate’s Corner restaurant Live Entertainment Permit

DISCUSSION
Law Enforcement Activity
From March 8, 2023, to March 8, 2024, no law enforcement calls for service were generated for the location, and there were no reported incidents related to live entertainment. During the annual review period, Public Safety has not received any concerns or complaints regarding noise disturbances from the live entertainment performances.

Agenda Report May 28, 2024
REVIEW OF CITY COUNCIL PERMIT FOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Page 2 Analysis
On Thursday, May 9, 2024, Public Safety staff conducted a walk-through and verified that the establishment had an appropriate video surveillance system. Additionally, staff verified that the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Query System indicates that Panataratt Kate Tirathananon/Cate’s Corner restaurant has an active and valid license with no disciplinary actions found. The restaurant has complied with and adhered to all the conditions of approval.

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

RECOMMENDED ACTION
Receive and file the report with the stipulation that staff conduct an annual review of Panataratt Kate Tirathananon/Cate’s Corner restaurant Live Entertainment Permit.

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RESOLUTION NO. 22:044
“A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT

SETTING FORTH ITS FINDINGS OF FACT AND APPROVING A REQUEST BY PANATARATT KATE TIRATHANANON/CATE’S CORNER FOR A CITY COUNCIL PERMIT FOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT (KARAOKE) AT 8400 ALONDRA BOULEVARD IN THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT”
MOTION IN ORDER:

READ BY TITLE ONLY AND ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 22:044
MOTION:

MOVED BY: _________________
SECONDED BY: ______________
[ ] APPROVED
[ ] DENIED
ROLL CALL VOTE:

AYES: __________________
NOES: __________________
ABSENT: ________________
ABSTAIN:________________
To: Honorable City Council
From: John Moreno, City Manager
By: John Carver, Planning Director
Ivan Reyes, Associate Planner
Date: September 6, 2022
Subject: RESOLUTION NO. 22:044

CITY COUNCIL PERMIT FOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT (KARAOKE)
(PANATARATT KATE TIRATHANANON/CATE’S CORNER)

BACKGROUND
This application is a request by Panataratt Kate Tirathananon/Cate’s Corner for a City Council Permit for live entertainment (karaoke) at 8400 Alondra Boulevard in the C-3 (General Commercial) zone. The property is located in the Plaza Gamino development at the southeast corner of Alondra Boulevard and Indiana Avenue. The one-acre site is developed with a 12,880 square foot multi-tenant building facing Alondra Boulevard.

The applicant originally began operating the business as Kate’s Ice Cream in 2018. In December 2021, the Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit No. 911 (see Attachment A) to operate a restaurant with beer and wine for onsite consumption. At that time, the business rebranded as Cate’s Corner, a sit-down restaurant specializing in burgers, sandwiches, and desserts from Thailand. The business is licensed by the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) for “Type 41” sales of beer and wine for onsite consumption.

Chapter 5.28 of the Paramount Municipal Code states that a City Council Permit is required for live performances. With karaoke gaining local popularity in the 1990s, the City Council began requiring an approved City Council Permit for a business to feature karaoke as a form of live entertainment. The City Council may grant or deny a request for a City Council Permit based on the impact that the proposed use will have on the public health, safety, or welfare. The City Council may also impose conditions upon the granting of a City Council Permit to ensure that the use is not in conflict with surrounding land uses.

Request
The applicant is requesting a City Council Permit to allow karaoke on Saturdays from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Mondays from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Karaoke will not be provided on the other days of the week. Karaoke offerings will consist of self-service and hosted formats.

Agenda Report September 6, 2022
RESOLUTION NO. 22:044 Page 2
Other Paramount establishments with active karaoke entertainment as approved by the City Council are summarized in the chart below:

BUSINESS ADDRESS DAYS/HOURS DATE APPROVED
Blvd Cocktails 8400 Alondra Blvd. Fridays and Sundays,
7:00 p.m. to 2:00 a.m. 7/7/2015
Casa Adelita
Restaurant 8063 Alondra Blvd. Thursday to Sunday, 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. 7/6/2010 Mariscos Mi Lindo
Sinaloa
7610 Rosecrans
Ave.

Saturdays and
Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. to
11:00 p.m.
12/1/2015
Plans
Below is the existing site plan of the Plaza Gamino property at 8400 Alondra Boulevard.

The subject suite is shaded.

Agenda Report September 6, 2022
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Below is the existing floor plan with the proposed karaoke area and equipment in the circled area.

Site Photos
Below are site photos from August 15, 2022. The first photo depicts the entrance to the tenant space, and the second photo depicts the inside of the tenant space.

Front of the tenant space Inside the tenant space
Agenda Report September 6, 2022
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DISCUSSION
As required by the Municipal Code, the Public Safety Department and the Los Angeles County Sheriff’s Department have reviewed the application, and they have no objections to the issuance of this permit. During the course of the year while in business, Cate’s Corner has operated without serious incident. Security cameras, which have been installed, will be reviewed by the Public Safety Department. Other recommended conditions of approval will prevent music and singing from disturbing neighboring tenants or property owners. Loitering in the parking lot will be expressly prohibited, and all doors will be required to remain closed during the hours of operation except for the entering and exiting of customers and employees. A six-month City Council review is recommended as a condition to ensure the long-term compliance of the conditions of approval and safeguard the surrounding businesses and tenants.

FISCAL IMPACT
None.

VISION, MISSION, VALUES AND STRATEGIC OUTCOMES
The City’s Vision, Mission, and Values set the standard for the organization; establish priorities, uniformity, and guidelines, and provide the framework for policy decisionmaking. The Strategic Outcomes were implemented to provide a pathway to achieving the City’s Vision of a city that is safe, healthy, and attractive. This item aligns with Strategic Outcome No. 1: Safe Community and No. 3: Economic Health.

RECOMMENDED ACTION
It is recommended that the City Council read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 22:044, approving a City Council Permit for karaoke at Cate’s Corner at 8400 Alondra Boulevard, subject to the following conditions:

1. This City Council Permit shall not be effective for any purposes until the business owners have filed at the office of the Planning Department their affidavit stating that they acknowledge and accept all conditions of approval for this permit. The affidavit shall be submitted by Friday, September 23, 2022.

2. One security guard in possession of a valid security guard registration from the California Bureau of Security and Investigative Services shall be onsite during karaoke hours of operation until the business is closed and until all patrons have vacated the premises. The guard shall be plainly identifiable by uniform and shall patrol the parking lot at least twice each hour as needed.

3. Self-service and hosted karaoke shall be permitted inside the establishment on Saturdays from 4:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. and Mondays from 2:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

Agenda Report September 6, 2022
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4. If the Planning Director or Public Safety Director determines that the operation of the business negatively impacts the public peace, health, safety, or general welfare, the City Council shall have the authority to review the City Council Permit, and may revoke, suspend, or modify the Permit in order to protect the public peace, health, safety, and general welfare.

5. No change or alteration to the approved entertainment format shall occur without prior written approval from the City of Paramount.

6. The maximum number of occupants shall be established by the Fire Marshall according to each specific entertainment use and floor plan. A maximum occupancy placard shall be posted in a conspicuous location on the premises.

This occupancy limitation shall not be violated.

7. It shall be unlawful for any person, who is intoxicated, or under the influence of any drug, to enter, be at, or remain upon the licensed premises as set forth in Section 25602(a) of the California Business and Professions Code.

8. The person designated to be responsible for the operation of the business shall not perform official police or investigative activities but shall immediately report every violation of law and every unusual occurrence to the Sheriff’s Station.

9. Karaoke provided shall not be audible beyond the area under control of the applicant. Karaoke shall not disturb the neighbors. No amplified sound equipment shall be installed on the exterior of the building.

10. During the hours of karaoke, the owner, the manager, or a designated responsible person 18 years of age or older shall be on the premises and shall be responsible for the operations during the hours of karaoke. This person shall possess on their person a valid driver license or identification card issued by the California Department of Motor Vehicles. This person shall also be able to communicate effectively with regulatory officials and have the ability to immediately contact the owner. The person will immediately introduce himself or herself to any regulatory officials.

11. The owners, managers, and persons designated to be responsible for the operation of the business shall cooperate fully with all City of Paramount officials, law enforcement personnel, and Code Enforcement Officers, and shall not obstruct or impede their entrance into the licensed premises while in the course of their official duties.

12. No alcohol shall be stored on the premises for specific customers.

Agenda Report September 6, 2022
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13. No employee or agent shall be permitted to accept money or any other thing of value from a customer for the purpose of sitting or otherwise spending time with customers while on the premises, nor shall the licensee provide, permit, or make available persons who act as escorts, companions, or guests of and for the customers, either with or without compensation.

14. No employee or agent shall solicit or accept any alcoholic or non-alcoholic beverage from any customer while on the premises.

15. There shall be no selling of alcoholic beverages for future compensation.

16. Any graffiti painted or marked upon the premises or on any adjacent area under the control of the licensee shall be immediately removed or painted over to match the predominant surface color.

17. No obstructions shall be attached, fastened, or connected to either the partitions or ceiling to separate the interior space of the licensed premises.

18. No self-service of alcoholic beverages shall be permitted.

19. No person under the age of 21 shall sell or deliver alcoholic beverages.

20. The entire premises are subject to inspection by the Sheriff’s Department and the City of Paramount Department of Public Safety at any time. Any locked or otherwise secured rooms shall be opened upon demand.

21. The approved floor plan shall not be changed without prior approval by the Planning Department and the Sheriff’s Department.

22. All required permits and licenses from all relevant regulating bodies shall be valid at all times. A copy of all licenses, permits, and conditions shall be posted and maintained in a place conspicuous and readable by all employees and customers of the business.

23. All doors shall be kept closed during the karaoke hours except for ingress and egress.

24. No outside loitering shall be allowed on the premises. A professionally fabricated sign indicating as such shall continue to be posted.

25. The business owner(s) and property owner(s) shall be responsible for maintaining free of litter the area adjacent to the premises over which they have control.

26. The applicant shall maintain all necessary approvals from the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC).

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27. A single jukebox may be maintained upon the premises; however, the music shall not be audible outside the premises.

28. In the ongoing business operations, the applicant shall comply with the Noise Ordinance (Chapter 9.12 of the Paramount Municipal Code) and make all feasible efforts to minimize noise.

29. Window sign area shall be limited to forty percent of each grouping of adjacent panes of glass.

30. Prior to beginning of operations of karaoke, the Public Safety Department shall review and approve the security camera locations and orientations, including comprehensive camera views of the establishment interior, exterior, and parking lot. The approved cameras or more technologically advanced versions of the approved cameras shall be maintained in perpetuity. In the event of an incident and upon request, the business owners shall allow unimpeded inspection of the security camera system to Sheriff’s Department and City of Paramount personnel.

31. All exterior signage requires review and approval by the Planning Department.

32. Human signs, sign walkers, and sign spinners are prohibited on the property and the public rights-of-way.

33. The outdoor trash receptacles shall be painted following separate Planning Department review and approval of the paint color.

34. Special events, including but not limited to events produced or administered by independent promoters, shall be reviewed in accordance with Special Event Permit regulations by the Planning Department. The applicant shall submit a Special Event Permit application at least two weeks in advance of a proposed event.

35. An active City of Paramount business license shall be maintained.

36. Revisions to an existing City Council Permit require separate review and approval by the City Council. City Council Permits expire upon sale or transfer of the business to a new business owner.

37. At all times while this City Council Permit for live entertainment is effective, the applicant shall comply with all requirements and conditions of approval of the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) and Conditional Use Permit No. 911.

38. Failure to comply with any of the above conditions of approval and/or any applicable laws shall be cause for the modification, suspension, or revocation of this permit.

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39. The City Council shall conduct a six-month review at the first City Council meeting six months after approved karaoke commence on the premises.

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CITY OF PARAMOUNT

LOS ANGELES COUNTY, CALIFORNIA
RESOLUTION NO. 22:044

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT

SETTING FORTH ITS FINDINGS OF FACT AND APPROVING A
REQUEST BY PANATARATT KATE TIRATHANANON/CATE’S CORNER

FOR A CITY COUNCIL PERMIT FOR LIVE ENTERTAINMENT
(KARAOKE) AT 8400 ALONDRA BOULEVARD IN THE CITY OF

PARAMOUNT
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Paramount has considered a request by Panataratt Kate Tirathananon/Cate’s (“Applicant”) Corner for a City Council Permit for live entertainment (karaoke) at 8400 Alondra Boulevard in the City of Paramount as required under Section 5.28.020 of the Paramount Municipal Code (“Code”); and WHEREAS, Section 5.28.020(F) of the Code requires the City Council to make reasonable findings and determination that the Applicant and its employees having the management or supervision of Applicant's business are of good and moral character and reputation and that the proposed amusement or live entertainment operation under the permit will comport with the peace, health, safety, convenience, morals, and general welfare of the public; and
WHEREAS, Section 5.28.20(F) of the Code requires that any City Council Permit for live entertainment issued shall be for a term of one (1) year and subject to the requirements and conditions imposed by the City Council.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PARAMOUNT AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The above recitations are true and correct.

SECTION 2. The City Council finds that it has conducted all of the proceedings necessary, including hearings, and in compliance with State Law and the Code of the City of Paramount.

SECTION 3. The City Council reasonably finds that the evidence presented does justify the granting of this application to approve the City Council Permit for live entertainment, subject to those requirements and qualifications stated in Section 5.28.20 of the Paramount Municipal Code and the following conditions of approval:

RESOLUTION NO. 22:044