OPENING:
CLOSED SESSION
ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers:
Staff:
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CITY OF PASADENA
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February 26, 2024 - 4:30 P.M.
City Hall Council Chamber
Mayor Gordo called the regular meeting to order at 4:30 p.m. (Absent: Councilmember Williams)
On the order of the Mayor, the regular meeting recessed at 4:30 p.m. to discuss the following closed session item:
CONSIDERATION OF INITIATION OF LITIGATION pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) (one potential case)
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY
NEGOTIATORS pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Property: 434-470 North Lake Avenue
Agency negotiator: Miguel Marquez
Negotiating Party: County of Los Angeles
Under negotiation: Price and terms
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 .6
Agency Designated Representatives: Miguel Marquez and Tiffany Jacobs-Quinn
Employee Organization: Pasadena Police Lieutenants
Association
The above closed session items were discussed, with no reportable action at this time.
On the order of the Mayor, the regular meeting reconvened at 6:29 p.m.
The pledge of allegiance was led by Councilmember Rivas.
Mayor Victor M. Gordo
Vice Mayor Steve Madison (arrived at 4:49 p.m.)
Councilmember Tyron Hampton
Councilmember Justin Jones (arrived at 4:53 p.m.)
Councilmember Jason Lyon
Councilmember Gene Masuda
Councilmember Jessica Rivas
Councilmember Felicia Williams (absent)
City Manager Miguel Marquez
City Attorney/City Prosecutor Michele Beal Bagneris
City Clerk Mark Jomsky
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CEREMONIAL MATTERS
PUBLIC COMMENT ON
MATTERS NOT ON THE
AGENDA
Mayor Gordo introduced and presented a proclamation to Charlotte Lacey, Chair of the Commission on the Status of Women, proclaiming March 2024 as "Women's History Month" in Pasadena, who accepted the recognition on behalf of the Commission, and together with Leticia Lopez, Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Superintendent, invited the public to the Herstory 2024 networking event and panel discussion on March 7, 2024.
Dr. Lynette Nahigian, Pasadena resident, expressed concerns regarding her experience with Pasadena Unified School District staff.
The following individuals expressed support for a resolution calling for a ceasefire in Gaza and/or provided comments on the humanitarian crisis in the Middle East:
Hannah Koester, Pasadena resident
Bert Newton, Pasadena resident
Salma George Zahr, Pasadena resident
Estee Chandler, Jewish Voice for Peace Action, Greater Los Angeles
Reverend Mark Chase, All Saints Church Pasadena
Anthony Manousos, Making Housing and Community Happen
Rahma, Pasadena resident
Carla St. Romain, Pasadena resident, expressed concerns regarding the 2024 City Council meeting schedule, noting that due to cancellations, the weekly meeting schedule is not being adhered to by the Council.
Jimmy Taggart, residence not stated, expressed concerns regarding recent restaurant closures in the City.
Heavenly Hughes, My Tribe Rise, voiced support for a ceasefire in Gaza, thanked City staff for producing Black History Month events, and spoke on the need for corrective action to unify the City.
Councilmember Lyon suggested staff submit the matter for a ceasefire resolution to the Legislative Policy Committee, which was agreed to by Councilmember Madison, Chair of the Committee.
CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVAL OF A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING
BETWEEN THE CITY OF PASADENA AND PASADENA POLICE
City Manager/ Executive SUPERVISORS ASSOCIATION FOR THE TERM OF FEBRUARY 26, Director 2024 - JUNE 30, 2028 (Human Resources Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
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(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3) "Common Sense" exemption; (2) Approve a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Pasadena (City) and the Pasadena Police Supervisors 2 02/26/2024
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Association (PPSA), for the term of February 26, 2024, through June 30,2028;and
(3) Adopt a Resolution authorizing tax deferral of member paid contributions to the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CalPERS) for Pasadena Police Supervisors Association (PPSA) employees with membership in Cal PERS. (Resolution No. 10033)
ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PRE-TAX TREATMENT OF
COST-SHARING CONTRIBUTIONS TO THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC
EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM PAID BY MEMBERS OF THE
PASADENA POLICE SUPERVISORS ASSOCIATION, UNDER
SECTION 414(H)2 OF THE INTERNAL REVENUE CODE (Human
Resources Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3) "Common Sense" exemption; and (2) Adopt a Resolution to authorize the pre-tax treatment of cost sharing contributions paid by members of the Pasadena Police Supervisors Association to the California Public Employees' Retirement System. (Resolution No. 10034)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT
WITH GALLUP INC., FOR EMPLOYEE ENGAGEMENT SERVICES
AND SURVEY FOR AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $256,250
(Human Resources Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
( 1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3) "Common Sense" exemption; and (2) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract, as a result of a competitive selection process specified by Section 4.08.047 of the Pasadena Municipal Code, with Gallup Inc., for Employee Engagement services and survey for a total amount not-to-exceed $167,750 over a three-year term with the option to extend the contract by two optional one-year extension periods. The value of each optional one-year extension period is not-to-exceed $44,250. (Contract No. 32868)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT
WITH LINKEDIN CORPORATION FOR AN ONLINE EMPLOYEE
TRAINING PLATFORM/LEARNING LIBRARY FOR AN AMOUNT
NOT-TO-EXCEED $141,615 (Human Resources Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) "Common Sense" exemption; and 3 02/26/2024
(2) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract, as a result of a competitive selection process specified by Section 4.08.047 of the Pasadena Municipal Code, with Linkedln Corporation (Linkedln) for an on line employee training platform/learning library for a total amount not to-exceed $141,615 over a three-year term. (Contract No. 32867) Item discussed separately AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT
WITH FEHR AND PEERS FOR CONSUL TANT SERVICES TO
DEVELOP SAFE STREETS FOR ALL ACTION PLAN FOR A TOTAL
NOT-TO-EXCEED $249,810 (Transportation Dept.)
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CONTRACT AWARD TO WILLIAMS PIPELINE CONTRACTORS
INC., FOR INSTALLATION OF ZINC COATED DUCTILE IRON
WATER MAINS IN BELLEFONTAINE STREET AND GLENARM
STREET FOR AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $2,734,435 FOR THE
WATER AND POWER DEPARTMENT (Water & Power Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the project described in the agenda report is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to CEQA Section 21080.21 and State CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301 (Existing Facilities) and 15302 (Replacement or Reconstruction); (2) Accept the bid dated December 21, 2023, submitted by Williams Pipeline Contractors Inc., in response to Specifications WD-23-05 for installation of zinc coated ductile iron water mains in Bellefontaine Street and Glenarm Street; reject all other bids received; and (3) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Williams Pipeline Contractors Inc., for an amount not-to-exceed $2,734,435, which includes the base contract amount of $2,485,850 and a contingency of $248,585 to provide for any necessary change orders. (Contract No. 32859)
AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH MORGAN
STANLEY INSTITUTIONAL INVESTMENT ADVISORS LLC DBA
HYAS GROUP FOR FINANCIAL ADVISOR SERVICES RELATED
TO THE CITY'S DEFERRED COMPENSATION PROGRAM FOR AN
AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $185,000 (Finance Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the action proposed in the agenda report is covered by the "Common Sense" exemption set forth in the State of California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") Guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3) that CEQA only applies to projects that may have a significant effect on the environment; and
(2) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract, as a result of a competitive selection process, as specified in Section 4.08.047 of the Pasadena Municipal Code, with Morgan Stanley Institutional Investment Advisors LLC OBA Hyas Group (Hyas Group) for financial advisor services related to the City's Deferred Compensation Program in an amount not-to-exceed $185,000 for five years. Competitive bidding is not required pursuant to City Charter Section 1002(F), contracts for professional or unique services. (Contract No. 32869) 4 02/26/2024
AUTHORIZATION TO SUBMIT A FUNDING APPLICATION TO THE
STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR FAMILY HOMELESSNESS
CHALLENGE GRANT ROUND 2 AND HOMELESS HOUSING,
ASSISTANCE AND PREVENTION ROUND 5 FUNDS; APPROVAL
OF AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT NO. 32487 WITH DOOR OF
HOPE SUBJECT TO AWARD OF STATE FUNDS (Housing Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the recommended actions in the agenda report are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines per Section 15061 (b)(3), the "Common Sense" exemption that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an effect on the environment;
(2) Authorize the submittal of an application to the State of California for Family Homelessness Challenge Grant Round 2 ("FHC-2") funding in conjunction with Door of Hope in the amount of $787,500 to serve families with minor children who are at imminent risk of homelessness; (3) Authorize the City Manager to certify or execute, and the City Clerk to attest, the application and all other documents, agreements and amendments related to the application and any subsequent Family Homelessness Challenge Grant Round 2 award;
(4) Authorize the City Manager to amend Contract No. 32487 with Door of Hope to administer the proposed project, should it be selected for FHC-2 funding, with a term of up to three years and in an amount no greater than what is awarded by the State. Competitive bidding is not required pursuant to City Charter Section 1002(F), contracts for professional or unique services. To the extent that this grant funding is subject to City procurement requirements, grant the proposed contract an exemption from the Competitive Selection process pursuant to Pasadena Municipal Code Section 4.08.049(8) contracts for which the City's best interests are served (Contract No. 32483-1 ); (5) Authorize the submittal of an application, as part of the Los Angeles County regional application, to the State of California for Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention Round 5 ("HHAP-5") funding in the amount of $799,522.60 for eligible programs and activities that serve people experiencing homelessness; and (6) Authorize the City Manager to certify or execute, and the City Clerk to attest, the application and all other documents, agreements and amendments related to the application and subsequent HHAP-5 award.
Item discussed separately ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE SUBMITTAL OF
AN AMENDED FIVE-YEAR PLAN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
FOR PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION GRANT
FUNDS (Housing Dept.)
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FINANCE COMMITTEE: AMENDMENT OF THE HOUSING
DEPARTMENT'S FISCAL YEAR 2024 OPERATING BUDGET IN
THE AMOUNT OF $1,903,121; APPROVAL OF KEY BUSINESS
TERMS OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING LOAN AGREEMENT WITH
DOOR OF HOPE FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A TRANSITIONAL
HOUSING PROJECT AT 724 NORTH MARENGO AVENUE TO
SERVE UNHOUSED PERSONS AND FAMILIES (Housing Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed housing financing and development activities, as described in the agenda report, do not have a significant effect on the environment and have been determined to be categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under Section 15301 (e)(2) (Class 1, Existing Facilities), and that there are no features that distinguish this project from others in the exempt class, and therefore, there are no unusual circumstances; (2) Approve a budget amendment appropriating a total of $1,903,121 consisting of: a) $1,200,000 from the lnclusionary Housing Trust Fund unappropriated fund balance, b) $500,000 from the HOME Fund unappropriated fund balance, and c) $203,121 from the Housing Successor Fund unappropriated fund balance to the Housing Department's FY 2024 Operating Budget to fund the proposed City loan for the Door of Hope Transitional Housing Project (Budget Amendment No. 2024-37);
(3) Approve certain key business terms, as described in the agenda report, of the proposed Affordable Housing Loan Agreement with Door of Hope (Contract No. 32870); and
(4) Authorize the City Manager to execute any and all documents necessary to effectuate the staff recommendation.
FINANCE COMMITTEE: AMENDMENTS TO FISCAL YEAR 2024
ADOPTED OPERATING BUDGET (Finance Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the recommended actions in the agenda report are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines per Section 15061 (b)(3), the "Common Sense" exemption that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an effect on the environment; and
(2) Approve amending the Fiscal Year 2024 (FY 2024) Adopted Operating Budget as detailed in the agenda report by a net amount of $952,652 and increasing the Citywide total Full-Time Equivalents (FTEs) by 7.0 permanent FTEs. (Budget Amendment No. 2024-38) Item discussed separately FINANCE COMMITTEE: AUTHORIZATION TO INCREASE CONTRACT NO. 31537 WITH AMERICAN RECLAMATION INC., BY
$1,673,568 AND ADD TWO ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR OPTIONS TO
PROVIDE MATERIAL RECOVERY PROCESSING (Public Works
Dept.)
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Item discussed separately
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RESIGNATIONS,
APPOINTMENTS, &
REAPPOINTMENTS
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FINANCE COMMITTEE: RECOGNIZE AND APPROPRIATE FUNDS
IN THE AMOUNT OF $29,142 TO THE DEPARTMENT OF
LIBRARIES AND INFORMATION SERVICES' FISCAL YEAR 2024
OPERATING BUDGET (Library Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is not a project subject to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to Section 21065 of CEQA and Sections 15060(c)(2), 15060(c)(3), and 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines, and as such, no environmental document pursuant to CEQA is required for the project; and (2) Recognize and appropriate $29,142 from the California State Library to the Department of Libraries and Information Services' Fiscal year 2024 Operating Budget to support the Lunch at the Library Grant project. (Budget Amendment No. 2024-39)
FINANCE COMMITTEE: AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE ALL AGREEMENTS FOR THE RECEIPT OF LOW
CARBON TRANSIT OPERATIONS PROGRAM (LCTOP) FUNDS IN
THE AMOUNT OF $4,434 FROM THE CITY OF MONTEBELLO
(Transportation Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3) "Common Sense" exemption that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an effect on the environment;
(2) Authorize the City Manager to execute all agreements required to receive LCTOP grant funds in the amount of $4,434 from the City of Montebello; and
(3) Amend the Department of Transportation's FY 2024 Operating Budget to receive and appropriate $4,434 as detailed in the fiscal impact section of the agenda report. (Budget Amendment No. 2024-40) MUNICIPAL SERVICES COMMITTEE: ADOPTION OF THE FINAL
DRAFT PASADENA PEDESTRIAN TRANSPORTATION ACTION
PLAN (Transportation Dept.)
APPOINTMENT OF KIM SANTELL TO THE COMMISSION ON THE
STATUS OF WOMEN (District 4 Nomination)
APPOINTMENT OF ERIC HOGENSEN TO THE ARTS & CULTURE
COMMISSION (District 7 Nomination)
APPOINTMENT OF EILEEN WILLIAMSON TO THE ROSE BOWL
OPERATING COMPANY BOARD (District 7 Nomination)
APPOINTMENT OF MARLON GONZALEZ TO THE PASADENA
CENTER OPERATING COMPANY BOARD (Hotel Nomination)
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City Clerk/ Secretary
MINUTES APPROVED
CLAIMS RECEIVED AND
FILED
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PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO CHAPTER 2.365 OF THE
PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE, INTERPRETING THE CITY
COUNCIL'S ROLE IN THE CLAIM FOR DAMAGES PROCESS (City
Attorney's Office)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the action proposed in the agenda report is exempt from California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") Guidelines pursuant to Title 14, Chapter 3, Article 5, Section 15061(b)(3); and (2) Direct the City Attorney to prepare and return within 60 days with an ordinance amending Chapter 2.365.080 of the Pasadena Municipal Code to interpret the City Council's role in the claim for damages process.
November 20, 2023
November 20, 2023
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Successor Agency to the Pasadena Community
Development Commission
November 27, 2023
November 27, 2023
City Council
Successor Agency to the Pasadena Community
Development Commission
December 4, 2023
December 4, 2023
December 4, 2023
City Council - Special Meeting
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Development Commission
Claim No. Claimant Claim Amount
2024-0172 Elisa G. Serreno Flores $ 25,000.00
2024-0173 Helen Burnette Carter 10,000.00+
2024-0174 Accelura Corp 25,000.00+
2024-0175 Anthony Comacho 25,000.00+
2024-0176 Karla J Puga 25,000.00+
2024-0177 Alitzel Holguin 25,000.00+
2024-0178 Ahtziri Holguin 25,000.00+
2024-0179 Duplicate claim to 2024-0178
2024-0180 Luz M. Pelayo 25,000.00+
2024-0181 Shoughik Bajada 25,000.00+
2024-0182 Ashleigh Robinson 25,000.00+
2024-0183 Mercury Not stated
2024-0184 Robert Behr 5,000.00
2024-0185 Barbra Avouac 25,000.00+
2024-0186 Aya Goldman 700.00
2024-0187 Andrew Myler 825.00
2024-0188 Valerie D'Alessio 25,000.00+
2024-0189 Heshmat Pain Management 2,005.20
Clinic
2024-0190 Joelle Khawli 25,000.00+
2024-0191 Kevin Smith Smith 100.00
2024-0192 Troy Briggs 853.25
2024-0193 Rush Truck Center 3,677.13
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2024-0194
2024-0195
2024-0196
2024-0197
2024-0198
2024-0199
Phyllis' Second Wind Corp
Jade Barrera
Ilario ldoni
Kenneth Egan
Moushegh Tashjian
Karen L. Gonzalez
25,000.00+
7,000.00
110.00
1,930.94
1,000.00
1,295.00
City Clerk Jomsky reported 27 letters in support of the City approving the agreement with Door of Hope for the development of a transitional housing project (Consent Calendar Item 10) were received by the City Clerk's Office, distributed to the City Council, posted online, and made part of the public record.
It was moved by Councilmember Hampton, seconded by
Councilmember Masuda, to approve all items on the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Items 5, 9, 12, and 15. (Motion unanimously approved.) (Absent: Councilmember Williams)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT
WITH FEHR AND PEERS FOR CONSUL TANT SERVICES TO
DEVELOP SAFE STREETS FOR ALL ACTION PLAN FOR A TOT AL
NOT-TO-EXCEED $249,810 (Transportation Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the recommended actions in the agenda report are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) in accordance with Section 15061(b)(3) the "Common Sense" exemption that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an effect on the environment; and
(2) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract, as the result of a competitive selection process, as specified by Section 4.08.047 of the Pasadena Municipal Code, with Fehr & Peers for consultant services to develop Safe Streets for All Action Plan by conducting an outreach campaign and updating the existing Local Roadway Safety Plan for a total not-to-exceed $249,810. Competitive price bidding is not required pursuant to City Charter Section 1002(F) contracts for professional or unique services. (Contract No. 32873)
The following individuals expressed support for staff recommendations and provided comments on street safety and quick build designs:
Colin Bogart, Active Transportation Director at Day One Thomas Priestley, Pasadena resident
City Clerk Jomsky reported that one letter in support of the staff recommendation was received by the City Clerk's Office, distributed to the City Council, posted online, and made part of the public record. 9 02/26/2024
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ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE SUBMITTAL OF
AN AMENDED FIVE-YEAR PLAN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
FOR PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION GRANT
FUNDS (Housing Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the recommended action in the agenda report is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines per Section 15061 (b)(3), the "Common Sense" exemption that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an effect on the environment; and
(2) Adopt a Resolution authorizing an application and an amended five (5) year plan for the expenditure of the City's grant award of Permanent Local Housing Allocation ("PLHA") funding, as set forth in this report and its attachments, to provide and preserve affordable housing to Very Low, Low, Moderate, and Workforce Income households in Pasadena. (Resolution No. 10035)
The following individuals expressed support and/or provided comments on the Safe Parking Program at Trinity Lutheran Church:
Bert Newton, Pasadena resident
Rosemary Angelique, Pasadena resident
Ramzi Ennabi, Pasadena resident
Reverend Sharon Richter, Trinity Lutheran Church
Tom Petersmeir, Pasadena resident
Catherine Cheung, Foothill Unity Center
Vice Mayor Madison expressed concerns regarding safety impacts to unhoused individuals residing in cars and asked for additional information on the City's adopted Safe Parking initiative.
Bill Huang, Director of Housing, reported that there is an on-going Safe Parking program at Trinity Lutheran Church that is not funded by the City; clarified that the proposed housing plan requires City Council approval in order to allocate State funding in various categories within the plan, but noted that the funds are not tied to specific programs or projects, and can be reallocated in the event the safe parking project is not approved. He stated that the nature of safe parking is primarily operational since it utilizes parking lots and does not require construction or significant capital investments.
City Manager Marquez stated that the Council had previously approved limited zoning changes to allow this as a pilot program for safe parking.
Housing Director Huang confirmed that staff would provide a full report and proposal for Council's consideration before any future safe parking project can be implemented.
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Discussion ensued regarding the usage of faith-based locations for safe parking program sites, the allocated budget for the program, and security for the sites.
Housing Director Huang clarified that the faith-based organization would be the property provider and the operator would be a non-profit organization.
Vice Mayor Madison requested that the financial arrangements between the City, the site operator, and the faith-based locations, as well as the stated policy concerns (security and impacts to neighbors) be discussed by the Economic Development and Technology Committee.
MUNICIPAL SERVICES COMMITTEE: ADOPTION OF THE FINAL
DRAFT PASADENA PEDESTRIAN TRANSPORTATION ACTION
PLAN (Transportation Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is exempt from review pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) the "Common Sense" exemption that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an effect on the environment; and
(2) Adopt the Final Draft Pasadena Pedestrian Transportation Action Plan as a final document that provides an implementation plan for corridor-long safety improvements citywide. This will allow the City to advance concept plans and pursue the necessary grant funding to build elements in the Plan.
Recommendation of the Transportation Advisory Commission:
On September 22, 2022, the Transportation Advisory Commission (TAC) recommended that the City Council approve the Final Draft Pasadena Pedestrian Transportation Action Plan (PTAP). The TAC also provided input focused on the PTAP becoming an Action Plan that would concentrate on specific corridors. Subsequently, this item was recommended for approval by the City Council through Municipal Services Committee (MSC).
Recommendation of the Municipal Services Committee:
Department of Transportation (DOT) staff presented the PTAP to MSC as an informational only item on October 25, 2022. Committee members expressed cdncerns on the prioritization of the ten corridors, including, comments and questions on streets omitted from the prioritization list such as Orange Grove Boulevard, East Washington Boulevard, Allen Avenue, and California Boulevard. The Committee also requested staff to consider integrating the City's Pedestrian Plan with the Bicycle Transportation Action Plan. Responses regarding the prioritization process and considerations for one integrated plan are included in this report. The Final Draft PTAP was unanimously recommended for approval by MSC to the City Council on February 13, 2024. As part of the recommendation, committee members added one corridor to the high priority corridor list and expanded the limits of two 11 02/26/2024
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corridors on the high priority corridor list, to address concerns on corridors that experience a high number of pedestrian collisions. The action included the addition of California Boulevard from Fair Oaks Avenue to Lake Avenue, and the extension of Lake Avenue to Arden Road and the extension of Washington Boulevard to Sierra Bonita Avenue on the high priority corridor list.
The following individuals expressed concerns with the staff recommendation and/or provided comments on the implementation of the proposed Pasadena Pedestrian Transportation Active Plan (PTAP):
Colin Bogart, Active Transportation Director at Day One Marsha Rood, Pasadena resident
Thomas Priestley, Pasadena resident
Chris Fedukowski, Pasadena resident
Jill Shook, Pasadena resident
In response to concerns raised during public comment, Joaquin Siques, Acting Director of Transportation, clarified that the quick-build component in the Pedestrian Transportation Action Plan is identified in the staff recommendation. In response to Councilmember Lyon's inquiry, Acting Transportation Director Siques reported that the proposed PT AP builds upon on the previously adopted 2006 Pedestrian Plan and mobility elements, and provides a list of priority corridors for the City to pursue funding.
Acting Transportation Director Siques stated that staff will amend the plan to emphasize the City's focus on pedestrian safety issues, quick build options, and how the proposed plan builds on the previously adopted pedestrian plan, with mobility elements intact, noting that the information will be added to the introduction, as well as the implementation sections of the proposed PTAP to provide clarity for the reader and address the public's concerns.
City Clerk Jomsky reported that 66 letters advocating for the City Council not to approve the proposed Pasadena Pedestrian Transportation Active Plan without changes to the plan, 3 letters complimenting the Transportation Department on the quality of the plan, and 1 letter expressing concerns with dedicated bike lanes, were received by the City Clerk's Office, distributed to the City Council, posted on line, and made part of the public record.
It was moved by Councilmember Hampton, seconded by
Councilmember Jones to approve staff recommendations on Consent Calendar Item 5; Item 9, with direction to staff to provide a report on the safe parking program to EdTech, as detailed above; and Item 15, acknowledging the changes staff will make to the proposed PTAP, as detailed above. (Motion unanimously approved) (Absent:
Councilmember Williams)
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FINANCE COMMITTEE: AUTHORIZATION TO INCREASE
CONTRACT NO. 31537 WITH AMERICAN RECLAMATION INC., BY
$1,673,568 AND ADD TWO ADDITIONAL ONE-YEAR OPTIONS TO
PROVIDE MATERIAL RECOVERY PROCESSING (Public Works
Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the action in the agenda report is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), the "Common Sense" exemption that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an effect on the environment;
(2) Authorize the City Manager to increase contract amount with American Reclamation Inc., by $141,024 for the second one-year option from March 4, 2024 to March 4, 2025 (Contract No. 31573-2); (3) Authorize the City Manager to add two additional one-year options from March 4, 2025 to March 4, 2027 in an amount by $766,272 for each of the one-year options; and
(4) To the extent this transaction could be considered a separate procurement subject to the Competitive Selection Process, grant the proposed contract increase with American Reclamation Inc., an exemption from the Competitive Selection Process set forth in the Competitive Bidding and Purchasing Ordinance pursuant to the Pasadena Municipal Code, Section 4.08.049(8), contracts for which the City's best interests are served.
In response to Councilmember Lyon inquiry about the contract rate increase, Tony Olmos, Director of Public Works, presented a summary of the proposed changes of the contract with American Reclamation Inc. that was approved in January 2023. Thanos Gauthier, RRR Administrator, reported on the changes to the contract since 2019; and noted the increases in costs and labor are reflected in the increased contract amount.
It was moved by Councilmember Hampton, seconded by
Councilmember Jones, to approve Staff Recommendations No. 1 and No. 2 for Consent Calendar Item 12. (Motion unanimously approved) (Absent: Councilmember Williams)
It was moved by Councilmember Jones, seconded by Councilmember Hampton, to approve Staff Recommendations No. 3 and No. 4 for Consent Calendar Item 12. (Motion unanimously approved) (Absent:
Councilmember Williams)
ADOPTION OF "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASADENA
AMENDING AND ADDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF TITLE 17
(ZONING CODE) OF THE PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE
PERTAINING TO RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT (R&D) LAND
USES" (Ordinance No. 7 418)
The ordinance above was adopted by the following vote:
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Councilmembers Hampton, Jones, Lyon, Masuda,
Rivas, Vice Mayor Madison, Mayor Gordo
None
Councilmember Williams
None
ADOPTION OF "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASADENA
AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF TITLE 17 (ZONING CODE) OF
THE CITY OF PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE TO IMPLEMENT THE
CENTRAL DISTRICT SPECIFIC PLAN UPDATE INCLUDING
CHANGES PERTAINING TO RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT
LAND USES, MODIFYING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP
ESTABLISHED BY THE ZONING CODE (CHAPTER 17.20, SECTION
17.20.020) TO UPDATE THE BOUNDARIES OF THE CENTRAL
DISTRICT SPECIFIC PLAN, AND MAKING TECHNICAL CHANGES
TO THE LINCOLN AVENUE, EAST COLORADO, AND SOUTH FAIR
OAKS SPECIFIC PLANS FOR INTERNAL CONSISTENCY"
(Ordinance No. 7 419)
The ordinance above was adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Councilmembers Hampton, Jones, Lyon, Masuda,
Rivas, Vice Mayor Madison, Mayor Gordo
None
Councilmember Williams
None
STREET NAME CHANGE - DAYTON STREET TO TROOP WAY,
BETWEEN FAIR OAKS AVENUE AND RAYMOND AVENUE (Public
Works Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council cancel the public hearing, with staff to reschedule and notice the public hearing for a future date and time.
City Clerk Jomsky reported that 2 letters in opposition of the proposed street renaming were received by the City Clerk's Office, distributed to the City Council, posted online, and made part of the public record.
It was moved by Councilmember Hampton, seconded by
Councilmember Masuda, to cancel the public hearing. (Motion unanimously approved) (Absent: Councilmember Williams)
APPEAL OF THE DESIGN COMMISSION'S APPROVAL OF A
CONCEPT DESIGN REVIEW APPLICATION FOR THE PROPERTY
AT 141 SOUTH LAKE AVENUE (Planning Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council cancel the public hearing with the agreement of the appellant.
City Clerk Jomsky reported that 1 letter in opposition to the proposed project on 141 S Lake Ave was received by the City Clerk's Office, 14 02/26/2024
REPORTS AND
COMMENTS FROM
COUNCIL COMMITTEES
Economic Development
and Technology
Committee
Councilmember Jones
reported a potential
conflict of interest due to
the location of his
residence, recused
himself, and left the
meeting at 8:11 p.m.
distributed to the City Council, posted online, and made part of the public record.
It was moved by Councilmember Lyon, seconded by Councilmember Masuda, to cancel the public hearing. (Motion unanimously approved) (Absent: Councilmember Williams)
APPROPRIATE CONGRESSIONAL EARMARK INITIATIVE
FUNDING FOR DINE OUT PASADENA PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT
OF $1.5M; AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE PASADENA COMMUNITY FOUNDATION
FOR DINE OUT PASADENA PROGRAM CO-ADMINISTRATION
ACTIVITIES NOT-TO-EXCEED $1.325M; AND AN AGREEMENT
WITH THE PLAYHOUSE VILLAGE ASSOCIATION FOR DINING
PAVILION REMOVAL NOT-TO-EXCEED $150,000 (City Manager)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3);
(2) Amend the City Manager's Fiscal Year 2024 Operating Budget by recognizing and appropriating $1.5M in Congressional earmark initiative funding to administer the Dine Out Pasadena program (Budget Amendment No. 2024-41);
(3) Authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with the Pasadena Community Foundation ("PCF") to co-administer the Dine Out Pasadena program not-to-exceed $1,325,000 (Contract No. 32905); and
(4) Authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with the Playhouse Village Association ("PVA") for outdoor dining pavilion scope of work not-to-exceed $150,000. (Contract No.32906) David Klug, Director of Economic Development, provided introductory remarks on the "al fresco" Dine Out Pasadena program, and introduced Theresa Garcia, Senior Project Manager, who reviewed the agenda report as part of a Powerpoint presentation; and responded to questions.
Brian Wallace, Playhouse Village Association, expressed support for the Dine Out Pasadena Program.
City Clerk Jomsky reported that 2 letters in support: of the staff recommendation were received by the City Clerk's Office, distributed to the City Council, posted online, and made part of the public record.
It was moved by Councilmember Hampton, seconded by
Councilmember Lyon, to approve the staff recommendation. (Motion unanimously approved) (Absent: Councilmembers Jones, Williams) Council Minutes1502/26 12024
Municipal Services
Committee
Councilmember Jones
returned to the meeting at
8:25 p.m.
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AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A POWER SALES CONTRACT
WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PUBLIC POWER AUTHORITY FOR
SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC ENERGY AND BATTERY ENERGY
STORAGE FROM BONANZA SOLAR, LLC FOR AN AMOUNT NOT
TO-EXCEED $512,228,000 FOR THE WATER AND POWER
DEPARTMENT (Water & Power Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15277 (Projects Located Outside California); and
(2) Authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into a contract with Southern California Public Power Authority ("SCPPA") for the purchase of renewable energy and capacity from Bonanza Solar, LLC ("Bonanza Solar") that includes daily delivery from a solar and storage facility ("Bonanza Project") of a maximum of 105 megawatts ("MW") of solar photovoltaic energy and up to four hours of dispatchable battery energy storage not-to-exceed 55 MW during a 20- year contract term beginning December 31, 2027, for an amount not to-exceed $512,228,000; neither Competitive Bidding nor Competitive Selection are required pursuant to City Charter Section 1002(H) and Pasadena Municipal Code Section 4.08.049(A)(3), contracts with other governmental entities. (Contract No. 32,977)
Recommendation of the Municipal Services Committee: On
February 13, 2024, the Municipal Services Committee ("MSC") unanimously approved the Staff recommendation to the City Council.
The MSC requested that the not-to-exceed contract value amount stated on the Agenda Report be amended to align with the associated presentation.
David Reyes, Acting General Manager of Water & Power, provided introductory remarks, and introduced Kelly Nguyen, Assistant General Manager, who reviewed the proposed action as part of a PowerPoint presentation; and responded to questions.
In response to Vice Mayor Madison's inquiry about the fixed pricing of the contract, Acting General Manager Reyes reported that the proposed contract is in high demand and the pricing is below the national market level, noting that the proposed contract aligns with Council's recent policy actions to achieve carbon-free energy by 2030.
In response to Vice Mayor Madison's inquiry about pricing analysis, Assistant General Manager Nguyen stated that staff began working on this initiative one year ago to assess the needs/price points, but noted that due to renewable energy market fluctuation, the study is considered to be outdated; and that staff utilized the national market rate average for comparative purposes, and that currently, California's market rate is higher than the national average.
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ADJOURNMENT
ATTEST:
CJ,/
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Acting General Manager Reyes confirmed that staff utilized Alliance for Cooperative Energy Services Power Marketing, LLC ("ACES") to conduct a third-party analysis of the Bonanza Project proposal to ensure it would be a best-fit, least-cost offer.
In response to Vice Mayor Madison's inquiry regarding the impact on rate payers, Assistant General Manager Nguyen stated that current estimates project a 2.2¢ increase per kWh; and clarified that other rate components, such as expiring resources or contracts terminating, can potentially decrease rate estimates. Acting General Manager Reyes stated that a full cost of service study is currently being conducted and will be presented at a future meeting to the Municipal Services Committee and the full City Council.
Manuel Najera, Pasadena resident, expressed concerns regarding the potential for power outages, green energy technology, and the impacts of battery lifespans.
Following discussion, it was moved by Councilmember Hampton, seconded by Councilmember Jones, to approve the staff
recommendation. (Motion unanimously approved) (Absent:
Councilmember Williams)
Mayor Gordo announced the State of the City event is scheduled for Thursday, February 29, 2024, at the California Institute of Technology, and invited the community and City Council to attend.
Mayor Gordo also announced that the City Council had approved the 7 42 Marengo Project to address homelessness, which was made possible with the help of Reverend Andy Bales. He thanked Reverend Bales for his years of service to the community, his work with Union Station, and congratulated him on his retirement.
City Clerk Jomsky provided information on the upcoming Pasadena Primary Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, March 5, 2024; and encouraged the public to vote.
On orwr of the Mayor, the regular meeting of the City Council adjourn d :05 p.m .
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Victor M.
City of Pasa
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