OPENING:
CLOSED SESSION
Vice Mayor Madison
arrived at 5:33 p.m.
CITi' OF PASADENA
City Council Minutes
OCTOBER 21, 2024 - 5:00 P.M.
City Hall Council Chamber
UNOFFICIAL UNTIL
APPROVED BY CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember Masuda called the regular meeting to order at 5:0( p.m. (Absent: Vice Mayor Madison, Mayor Gordo)
On the order of the Councitmember Masuda, the regular meetinc recessed at 5:00 p.m. to discuss the following closed session item:
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL regardinc
pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Sectior
54956.9(d)(1)
Name of Case: 615 S Catalina Ave LLC v. City of Pasadena,et al.
Los Angeles County Superior Court: Case No. 24STCP02861 The above closed session item was not discussed.
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL
Regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Cod( Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of Case: Devis v. City of Pasadena
Case No.: 19STCV13542; B339511
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL regardinc
pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Sectior
54956.9(d)(1)
Name of Case: Belzer v. Rodriguez, et al.
LASC Case No.: 23AHCV00157
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Designated Representatives: Miguel Marquez and Tiffany Jacobs-Quinn
Employee Organization: International Brotherhood of Electrics Workers (IBEW)
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 Officers Associatioi (PPOA)
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL regardinc
significant exposure to potential litigation pursuant t< Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2): Los Angeles Regions Water Quality Control Board Claim No. 9589 0710 5270 0685 902; 69 Council Minutes110/21/2024
ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers:
Staff:
CEREMONIAL MATTERS
The above closed session items were discussed, with no reportabl< action at this time.
On the order of Vice Mayor Madison, the regular meeting reconvenec at 6:03 p.m. The pledge of allegiance was led by Councilmembe Hampton.
Mayor Victor M. Gordo (Absent)
Vice Mayor Steve Madison
Councilmember Tyron Hampton
Councilmember Justin Jones
Councilmember Jason Lyon
Councilmember Gene Masuda
Councilmember Jessica Rivas
Councilmember Felicia Williams
City Manager Miguel Marquez
City Attorney/City Prosecutor Michele Beal Bagneris
City Clerk Mark Jomsky
Vice Mayor Madison presented a proclamation declaring the week o October 20-26, 2024, as National Friends of the Libraries Week, anc expressed gratitude to the City's Library staff and the Friends of the Library organization for supporting learning opportunities for individual; of all ages and promoting positive civic engagement. Janice Siege accepted the proclamation, on behalf of the Friends of the Library, anc emphasizing the importance of public libraries and they opportunities they open. Christine Reader, Adult Services Librarian, thanked th( Friends of the Library for their volunteerism and supporting learninc opportunities for the community.
Vice Mayor Madison presented a proclamation proclaiming the montt of October 2024 as Bullying Prevention Awareness Month, anc expressed gratitude to the Pasadena Youth Network and their effort; to raise awareness on the negative impacts of bullying. Lola Osborne Deputy Director of Parks, Recreation, and Community Services, spoke on the importance of respecting one another and to prevent bullying.
Vice Mayor Madison presented a proclamation recognizing Red Ribbor Week 2024, reaffirming the City's commitment to preventing substance abuse and promoting the well being of all residents. Christy Zamani an( Claudia Hathcock, Day One, accepted the proclamation, thanked the City Council for the recognition, sharing details on the upcominc National Drug Take Back Day event on October 26, 2024.
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PUBLIC COMMENT ON
MATTERS NOT ON THE
AGENDA
Vice Mayor Madison presented a certificate of commendation to Cit' Attorney/City Prosecutor Michelle Bagneris for her 25 years of sen/ic( to the City, and spoke on her numerous accomplishments spanning over two decades. City Attorney Bagneris thanked the City Council fo their continued support and expressed her gratitude for the opportunit' to serve the City of Pasadena.
Vice Mayor Madison requested the meeting be adjourned in memon of Maddalena Riboli from the iconic San Antonio Winery and Shar^ Seating in Pasadena, and spoke on her vital role as a leading womar in the American wine industry.
Vice Mayor Madison also requested for the meeting to be adjourned ir memory of Trader Joe's founder and Pasadena resident, AIJC( Coulomb, noting her many roles and contributions to the City.
The following individuals spoke in opposition to the Arroyo Seco Wate Reuse Project and/or provided various comments:
Jessica Hernandez Solis, Save San Pascual Coalition
Roy Payan, residence not stated
Steve Crouch, Pasadena resident
Yael Pardess, Los Angeles Resident
Samuel Blumberg, Pasadena resident, requested for the City Counci to consider a letter of support that Pasadena does not support hate o bigotry.
Olden Denham, Pasadena resident, advocated for charter change t( give more oversight of the Police Department to the City Council, anc spoke on AB392.
Alien Shay, Pasadena resident, reflected on his community activism spoke on improving the community, and provided other various comments.
Maria Castellon, Commission on the Status of Women, announcec details for the upcoming Light a Candle Event on Thursday, Octobe 24, 2024 in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month.
Jill Thompson, Commission on the Status of Women, spoke on th( importance of raising awareness regarding domestic violence, upliftinc the voices of survivors, and helping them heal.
Monet Bagneris, Pasadena resident, warmly congratulated Citi Attorney/City Prosecutor Michele Beal Bagneris on her 25 years o service to the City and her amazing accomplishments during that time Council Minutes310/21/2024
CONSENT CALENDAR
City Manager/ Executive
Director
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRAC'
WITH CJ CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION INC., FOR CURB RAMF
ADA IMPROVEMENTS AND MISCELLANEOUS SIDEWALI'
REPAIR PROGRAM FOR AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $730,001
(Public Works Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find the contract proposed in the agenda report to be categoricall' exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA" pursuant to Title 14, Chapter 3, Article 19, Section 15301, Class 1 Existing Facilities; and that there are no features that distinguish this project from others in the exempt class, and therefore, there are n< unusual circumstances; and
(2) Award contract to lowest and best bid dated August 29, 202^ submitted by CJ Concrete Construction Inc., in response to the plan; and specifications for the Curb Ramp ADA Improvements an< Miscellaneous Sidewalk Repair Program, Fiscal Years 2024 and 202' projects, and authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract for ai amount not-to-exceed $730,000 which includes the base contrac amount of $642,800 and a contingency of $87,200 to provide for an' necessary change orders. (Contract No. 33092)
ITEM PULLED FROM THE AGENDA
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRAC1
WITH SELECT ELECTRIC INC., FOR INSTALLATION OF /
TRAFFIC SIGNAL AT DEL MAR BOULEVARD AND MICHIGAr
AVENUE FOR AN AMOUNT NOT-TO- EXCEED $675,274 (Publii
Works Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find the contract proposed in the agenda report to be categoricalh exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA pursuant to Title 14, Chapter 3, Article 19, Section 15301, Class 1 - Existing Facilities, and Section 1 5303, Class 3 - New Construction o Conversion of Small Structures, and that there are no features tha distinguish this project from others in the exempt class, and therefore there are no unusual circumstances; and
(2) Award contract to lowest and best bid dated August 29, 202-' submitted by Select Electric Inc., in response to the project plans an< specifications for the Installation of a Traffic Signal at Del Ma Boulevard and Michigan Avenue, and authorize the City Manager t( enter into a contract for an amount not-to-exceed $675,274 whict includes the base contract amount of $587,195 and a contingency o $88,079 to provide for any necessary change orders. (Contract No 33096)
APPROVE FINAL TRACT MAP NO. 082787 FOR CREATION OF Sl)
AIR PARCELS FOR RESIDENTIAL CONDOIVIINIUM PURPOSES A"
65 NORTH WILSON AVENUE (Public Works Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
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(1) Find that the project was previously determined Categoricatl' Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (Section 15303 Class 3, New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures), and tha no further CEQA approvals are required for the final tract map, and tha the final tract map is not a project and exempt under Section 15268(b of the State CEQA Guidelines as a ministerial action;
(2) Adopt a resolution to approve Final Tract Map No. 082787 for th< creation of six air parcels for residential condominium purpose; (Resolution No. 10091); and
(3) Authorize the City Clerk to execute the Certificate on the Trac Map showing the City's approval of said Map.
Hearing Officer Recommendation: Final Tract Map No. 08278' (Attachment A of the agenda report), for the creation of six air parcel; for residential condominium purposes, was reviewed and approved ii tentative form by the Subdivision Hearing Officer on December 18 2019. The exercise of the right granted must be commenced withii three years, or by December 18,2022. The applicant submitted the fins map to the City for review in April 2020.
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRAC-
WITH CRAFTWATER ENGINEERING INC., FOR PROFESSIONAI
ENGINEERING AND DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE EATON WASI-
STORMWATER CAPTURE PROJECT - DESIGN PHASE FOR M
AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $2,026,231 (Public Works Dept.)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRAC1
WITH BLACK & VEATCH CORPORATION FOR PROFESSIONA1
ENGINEERING AND DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE BROOKSIDE
PARK STORMWATER CAPTURE PROJECT - DESIGN PHASE FOF
AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $1,791,557 (Public Works Dept.) REJECT THE BID DATED AUGUST 30, 2024, SUBMITTED BY AT
RESTORATION, LLC IN RESPONSE TO SPECIFICATIONS FOF
CRIME SCENE CLEAN UP SERVICES (Police Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the project proposed in the agenda report is exempt fron the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sectioi 15061(b)(3), the "Common Sense" exemption that CEQA applies onl' to projects that may have an effect on the environment; and (2) Reject the bid dated August 30, 2024, submitted by AT Restoration, LLC in response to specifications for crime scene cleanu) services.
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT THE 202.
CONTINUUM OF CARE CONSOLIDATED APPLICATION TO TH[
U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMEN"
FOR $6,322,833 OF HOMELESS SERVICES FUNDING (Housini
Dept.)
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Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the recommended action in the agenda report is exemp from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant t( State CEQA Guidelines per Section 15061(b)(3), the "Common Sense exemption that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an effec on the environment;
(2) Authorize the filing of the 2024 Continuum of Care (CoC Consolidated Application with the U.S. Department of Housing an( Urban Development (HDD) for a funding request in the amount o $6,322,833 for seventeen projects;
(3) Authorize the City Manager to execute, and the City Clerk to attest the 2024 CoC Consolidated Application and all other related HUE documents, grant agreements and amendments;
(4) Authorize the City Manager to enter into contracts with th( administering agency of two new projects, if selected for funding a; detailed in page 2 of Attachment A (in the agenda report), with gran terms beginning in the 2025 calendar year and in amounts equal t( what is awarded by HDD; and
(5) Authorize the City Manager to execute amendments to th( contracts specified under Recommendation 4 for five consecutive year; with additional funding annually, in amounts equal to what is awardec by hlUD, as set forth in the agenda report.
LEGISLAnVE POLICY COMMITTEE: SUPPORT FOR THE LOi
ANGELES COUNTY AFFORDABLE HOUSING, HOMELESSNESi
SOLUTIONS, AND PREVENTION NOW TRANSACTIONS AND TA)
USE INITIATIVE ("MEASURE A") ON THE NOVEMBER 5, 202.
BALLOT (Housing Dept.)
MUNICIPAL SERVICES COMMITTEE: DIRECT THE CIP
ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTIOF
10.40.140 (STANDING IN ALLEYS) OF THE PASADENV
MUNICIPAL CODE TO PROVIDE LANGUAGE ALLOWING FOF
ADDITIONAL PARKING RESTRICTIONS IN ALLEYS (Transportatioi Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the action proposed in the agenda report is exempt fron the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Stat< CEQA Guidelines per Section 15061(b)(3), "Common Sense
exemption; and
(2) Direct the City Attorney to prepare and return with an ordinanci amending Section 10.40.140 of the Pasadena Municipal Code withii 60 days to provide language that would allow the Department c Transportation to post additional parking restrictions in alleys consister with the provisions set forth in the Agenda Report.
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MUNICIPAL SERVICES COMMITTEE: DIRECT THE CIP
ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND THI
PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADOPT AN UNDATED METEF
RATE STRUCTURE FOR THE SOUTH LAKE PARKING METEF
ZONE, AND TO ADOPT A NEW RATE STRUCTURE FOR THE
SHOPPERS LANE PARKING LOTS (Transportation Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the action proposed in the agenda report is statutoril' exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuan to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15273 (Rates, Tolls, Fares, ani Charges);
(2) Direct the City Attorney to prepare and return with an ordinana within 60 days consistent with the provisions set forth in the Agend; Report amending Pasadena Municipal Code Chapter 10.45.225 (Soutl Lake Parking Meter Zone) to:
a. Adopt an occupancy-based parking meter rate and
authorize the Director of Transportation to adjust the base parking rate at no less than $1.00 per hour and no greate than $5.00 per hour as permitted by posted parking
regulations.
i. The rates shall be based on parking demand, with the goal of reaching occupancy by vehicles at the rate of
70 to 90 percent for parking meter spaces on each
block at such times and hours that payment is
required;
ii. Rate changes will not occur more than once every six months;
iii. As defined in the agenda report, adopt an escalated parking meter rate allowing the Director of
Transportation to set the escalated parking rate to be
up to two times the base meter rate for any parking
beyond an initial base parking period; and
iv. Beginning on July 1 ,2025,and on each July 1,
thereafter, the maximum rates shall be raised by an
amount equal to the change in the consumer price
index and rounded down to the nearest quarter of a
dollar; and
(3) Adopt a resolution amending the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 Genere Fee Schedule to adopt new rates for the Shoppers Lane Parking Lot; (Resolution No. 10092).
Recommendation of the South Lake Parking Place Commission On March 23, 2023, the South Lake Parking Place Commissioi unanimously recommended that the City Council approve the followini changes to parking rates in the South Lake area, as further detailed ii the body of the Agenda Report:
South Lake Parking Meters - On-street
• Adopt an occupancy-based parking rate structure similar to the one adopted for the Playhouse Parking Meter Zone.
Adopt an escalated parking rate.
Each fiscal year, raise the maximum rates by CPI.
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City Council
RESIGNATIONS,
APPOINTMENTS, &
REAPPOINTMENTS
City Clerk/ Secretary
MINUTES APPROVED
Shoppers Lane Parking Lots
• Eliminate the 90-minute free period and replace with a validation program for merchants.
Adopt an occupancy-based parking rate structure for the lots.
Raise the daily maximum rate to $12.
Extend the hours of operation of the Shoppers Lane lots to 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Each fiscal year, raise the maximum rates by CPI.
The SLPPC revisited and unanimously reaffirmed their recommend rate changes in May of 2024.
APPROVE A SECOND AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYMEN-
AGREEMENT FOR CITY MANAGER (Human Resources Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is exempt fron the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQ^ guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) "Common Sense" exemption; anc (2) Approve a second amendment to the employment agreement fo City Manager Miguel Marquez to provide an increase to salary and th< classification's salary control rate. It is further recommended that th( Mayor be authorized to sign the second amendment to the employmen agreement to reflect City Council-approved changes. (Contract No 23,680-2)
APPOINTMENT OF MALISSA BARNWELL-SCOTT, ED.D. TO THE
HUMAN SERVICES COMMISSION (District 5 Nomination)
APPOINTMENT OF CHRISTIAN JONES TO THE NORTHWEST
COMMISSION (District 5 Nomination)
APPOINTMENT OF FELIX BREDEN TO THE ENVIRONMENTAL
ADVISORY COMMISSION (District 6 Nomination)
APPOINTMENT OF LISA WILSON TO THE HUMAN SERVICES
COMMISSION (Agency Nomination)
REAPPOINTMENT OF PAULA VERRETTE, M.D. TO THE
COMMUNITY POLICE OVERSIGHT COMMISSION (District 6
Nomination)
July 29, 2024
July 29, 2024
August 5, 2024
August 5, 2024
August 12, 2024
August 12, 2024
City Council Special Meeting
Successor Agency to the Pasadena Communit'
Development Commission
City Council
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Development Commission
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Successor Agency to the Pasadena Communit
Development Commission
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CLAIMS RECEIVED AND
FILED
August 19, 2024
August 19, 2024
August 26, 2024
August 26, 2024
August 26, 2024
September 2, 2024
September 2, 2024
September 9, 2024
September 9, 2024
September 16, 2024
September 16, 2024
September 23, 2024
September 23, 2024
September 30, 2024
September 30, 2024
October 7, 2024
October 7, 2024
October 14, 2024
October 14, 2024
City Council
Successor Agency to the Pasadena Communifr
Development Commission
City Council Special Meeting
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Successor Agency to the Pasadena Communit'
Development Commission
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Successor Agency to the Pasadena Communit
Development Commission
City Council
Successor Agency to the Pasadena Communit
Development Commission
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Successor Agency to the Pasadena Communit
Development Commission
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Successor Agency to the Pasadena Communit;
Development Commission
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Development Commission
Claim No. Claimant
2025-0047 Wendy Soo Hoo
2025-0048 Mercury Insurance as subrogee
of Roderick Dolphin
2025-0049 Nicole King
2025-0050 Xiomara Der Sarkissian
2025-0051 Kafshi Bennett
2025-0052 Gina Acuna
2025-0053 Drive Insurance Company a/s/o
Haiying Ouyang
2025-0054 LaTrina Brown
2025-0055 Jonathan Michael Ruane
2025-0056 Linda L. Lopez
2025-0057 Chris Demarco
2025-0058 Onni Paseo LLC
2025-0059 Robert Bolan
2025-0060 Mykail Smith
2025-0061 Jemirian Joseph
2025-0062 Andrew Hernandez c/o Interns
Exchange of the Auto Club
Claim Amount
$5,000.0(
<35,000.0(
2.200.0(
35,000.00-
35,000.00-
35,000.00-
10,000.00-
35.000.00+
323.6:
1,847.0(
532.8',
Not statet
750.0(
400.0(
140.0(
3.817.0(
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PUBLIC HEARING SET
MOTION:
CONSENT ITEMS
DISCUSSED
SEPARATELY
Councilmember Jones
stated a conflict of
interest, recused himself
from Items 5 and 6, and
left the meeting at 6:46
p.m.
2025-0063 Ellen Lum
2025-0064 Erica L. Freeman
2025-0065 Duplicate of 2025-0064
2025-0066 Jordan Modesti
2025-0067 Maki Shewfelt
2025-0068 Jacqueline Rochelle Williams
2025-0069 Armando Juarez
2025-0070 Thomas Keiser
2025-0071 Susan Jackson
2025-0072 Michael Steriacci
2025-0073 Tessa Dixon
2025-0074 Joe Herrera
800.0(
100.0(
362.0(
250.0(
120.0(
400.0(
147.0(
1.287.0(
54.9<
35,000.00-
666.4-
November 18, 2024, 6:00 p.m. - Approval of the Lamanda Par! Specific Plan
As required by the Brown Act, and prior to City Council action, Vice Mayor Madison reported on Item 12 of the Consent Calendar regardinc the compensation adjustments for the City Manager.
It was moved by Councilmember Lyon, seconded by Councilmembe Williams, to approve all items on the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Items 5,6, and 9. (Motion unanimously approved) (Absent Mayor Gordo)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRAC1
WITH CRAFTWATER ENGINEERING INC., FOR PROFESSIONAL
ENGINEERING AND DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE EATON WASh
STORMWATER CAPTURE PROJECT - DESIGN PHASE FOR A^
AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $2,026,231 (Public Works Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report does no constitute a project subject to the California Environmental Quality Ac (CEQA) pursuant to Section 21065 ofCEQAand Sections 15060(c)(2) 15060(c)(3), and 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines, and as such, nc environmental document pursuant to CEQA is required; and (2) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract, as the resul of the competitive selection process, as specified by Section 4.08.04'i of the Pasadena Municipal Code, with Craftwater Engineering Inc., fo professional engineering and design services for the Eaton Wast- Stormwater Capture Project - Design Phase in an amount not-to exceed $2,026,231, which includes the base contract amount o $1,761,940 and a contingency of $264,291 to provide for an} necessary change orders. Competitive price bidding is not requirec pursuant to City Charter Section 1002(F) (contracts for professional o; unique services). (Contract No. 33093)
Olden Denham, Pasadena resident, suggested reserving some of the water supply in the dams to utilize in the event of ar emergency, such as a wildfire.
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MOTION:
Councilmember Jones
returned to the meeting at
6:49 p.m.
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRAC1
WITH BLACK & VEATCH CORPORATION FOR PROFESSIONAI
ENGINEERING AND DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE BROOKSIDE
PARK STORMWATER CAPTURE PROJECT - DESIGN PHASE FOF
AN AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $1,791,557 (Public Works Dept.) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report does no constitute a project subject to the California Environmental Quality Ac (CEQA) pursuant to Section 21065 ofCEQAand Sections 15060(c)(2) 15060(c)(3), and 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines, and as such, n< environmental document pursuant to CEQA is required; and (2) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract, as the resul of the competitive selection process, as specified by Section 4.08.04^ of the Pasadena Municipal Code, with Black & Veatch Corporation fo professional engineering and design services for the Brookside Part Stormwater Capture Project - Design Phase in an amount not-to exceed $1,791,557, which includes the base contract amount o $1,557,875 and a contingency of $233,682 to provide for an\ necessary change orders. Competitive price bidding is not requirec pursuant to City Charter Section 1002(F) (contracts for professional o unique services). (Contract No. 33094)
It was moved by Councilmember Rivas, seconded by Councilmembe Lyon, to approve the staff recommendations for Items 5 and 6. (Motior unanimously approved) (Absent: Councilmember Jones, Mayor Gordo In response to Councilmember Hampton's inquiry regarding public comment and retaining water for firefighting purposes, Kris Markarian Acting Public Works Director, reported that the purpose of the stormwater capture project is to treat the water and percolate it to the Raymond Basin, not for firefighting purposes.
LEGISLATIVE POLICY COMMITTEE: SUPPORT FOR THE LOS
ANGELES COUNTY AFFORDABLE HOUSING, HOMELESSNESS
SOLUTIONS, AND PREVENTION NOW TRANSACTIONS AND TA>
USE INITIATIVE ("MEASURE A") ON THE NOVEMBER 5, 202^
BALLOT (Housing Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the action proposed in the agenda report is not a "project subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant tc State CEQA Guidelines Section 21065 and within the meaning o Section 15378(b);
(2) Support the Affordable Housing, Homelessness Solutions, anc Prevention Now Transactions and Tax Use Initiative ("Measure A"), c half-cent sales tax that would fund homelessness services anc affordable housing; and
(3) Authorize the Mayor to send letters in support of Measure A, as appropriate.
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MOTION:
ORDINANCES - FIRST
READING
Bert Newton, Pasadena resident, spoke in support of Los Angele; County Measure A and the need to increase funding for affordabl< housing and homeless services.
It was moved by Councilmember Rivas, seconded by Councilmembe Williams, to approve the staff recommendation for Item 9. (Motioi unanimously approved) (Absent: Mayor Gordo)
Conduct first reading of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY 01
PASADENA AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF TITLE 1-
(ZONING CODE) OF THE PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE TO 1
ALLOW WALK-UP WINDOWS AT RESTAURANTS BY-RIGHT; 2
CREATE AN ADMINISTRATIVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMI-
PROCESS FOR THE ON-SITE SALE OF ALCOHOL A'
RESTAURANTS; 3) ESTABLISH REGULATIONS FOR OUTDOOF
DINING ON PRIVATE PROPERTY AT RESTAURANTS; 4) CHANGE
TIME LIMITS AND EXTENSIONS; 5) MAKE CLARIFICATIONS ANE
CORRECTIONS; AND 6) CODIFY ZONING CODE
INTERPRETATIONS"
The ordinance above was introduced by Councilmember Hampton:
AYES: Councilmembers Hampton, Jones, Lyon, Masuda
Rivas, Williams, Vice Mayor Madison
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Gordo
ABSTAIN: None
Conduct first reading of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY 01
PASADENA DELETING SECTIONS 9.36.130 AND 9.36.140 01
TITLE 9, CHAPTER 9.36 OF THE PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE
REGARDING NOISE RESTRICTIONS"
The ordinance above was introduced by Councilmember Lyon:
In response to Councilmember Hampton's inquiry regarding thi proposed ordinance, City Attorney Bagneris reported that the proposei item is a clean-up item and that the Public Safety Committee will bi having a more in-depth discussion on the Noise Restrictions Ordinano in the future.
AYES: Councilmembers Hampton, Jones,
Rivas, Williams, Vice Mayor Madison
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Gordo
ABSTAIN: None
Lyon, Masudc
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OLD BUSINESS
Conduct first reading of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY 01
PASADENA AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 10.45, SECTIOr
10.45.220 OF THE PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING
THE PASADENA PLAYHOUSE PARKING METER ZONE"
The ordinance above was introduced by Councilmember Hampton:
Lyon, Masuda AYES: Councilmembers Hampton, Jones,
Rivas, Williams, Vice Mayor Madison
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Gordo
ABSTAIN: None
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION: PROPOSED OPTION!
TO RECOGNIZE RHYTHM AND BLUES (R&B) MUSIC GROUI
TROOP (Public Works Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed options in the agenda report to recogniz* Troop are categorically exempt from the California Environments Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15061(b)(3), "Common Sense exemption that CEQA only applies to projects that have the potentie for causing a significant effect on the environment; as well as unde Section 15301 as a minor alteration of an existing facility with n< change in capacity; and
(2) Review and select amongst four proposed options to recognizi rhythm and blues (R&B) music group, Troop; or
(3) Provide alternate direction.
Recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Commission: Oi October 1, 2024, four proposed options were presented to thi Recreation and Parks Commission along with relevant backgrouni information. The Commission unanimously supported Option 'D' ti install a plaque on the exterior wall at the entrance to the Pasaden.
Civic Auditorium.
Kris Markarian, Acting Director of Public Works, presented ; Powerpoint presentation on the item, provided background informatioi on the project and the process, presented recognition options, ani responded to questions.
City Clerk Jomsky reported that 3 letters advocating for the City Counc to honor Troop in various ways (renaming the dance room at the Jackii Robinson Center, a street named after the group, a plaque at Pasaden; High School, and/or by placing a plaque at the Civic Center), and 1' letters in opposition to the City renaming Dayton Street, including letter/petition with 39 signatures in opposition to the City renamin' Dayton Street, were received by the City Clerk's Office, distributed t' the City Council, posted online, and made part of the public record fc this item.
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Rose Robinson, Pasadena resident, spoke in opposition t( renaming a dance room atJackie Robinson Center and advocate! for the City to honor Troop in another way.
Alien Shay, Pasadena resident, advocated for the City Council t< honor Troop and provided various options to consider.
The following individuals spoke in support of honoring Troop with < plaque at the Civic Auditorium and provided comments:
Caprice Lee, residence not stated
Aaron Gallardo, Castle Green HOA
David Woodbury, Pasadena resident
Michelle Hooker, Pasadena resident, spoke in opposition t< renaming Dayton Street to honor Troop.
Olden Denham, Pasadena resident, expressed gratitude for th( City Council considering ways to honor Troop.
Keisha Witkins, residence not stated, thanked City staff for thei efforts in identifying various options to honor Troop.
Councilmember Masuda thanked City staff for their efforts anc collaborating with Ms. Wilkins, and advocated for honoring Troop witl a plaque at the Civic Auditorium.
Councilmember Jones expressed support for honoring Troop with i plaque at the Civic Auditorium and also suggested that Troop pursue some type of recognition at Pasadena High School, which has a wall o honor for notable people that attended the school.
Councilmember Hampton echoed support for honoring Troop with i plaque at the Civic Auditorium and a dedication at Pasadena Higt school. He also stated his disappointment that the process and poliq for dedications was changed only after the applicant had followed th( previously established unofficial procedure.
Councilmember Williams spoke in support of a plaque to commemorat( Troop, stated her preference for the plaque to be placed at Centra Park, site of the musical group's rehearsals and past performances and advocated for the plaque to include historical information on Troo( as a learning opportunity for the public.
Discussion ensued regarding the design process of the plaque, hov City staff is working with the Parks and Recreation Commission, as wel as the Pasadena Center Operating Company, to place the proposec plaque, and the nexus between Troop and Central Park.
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REPORTS AND
COMMENTS FROM
COUNCIL COMMITTEES
Legislative Policy
Committee
Councilmember Hampton suggested City staff look into creating ; webpage identifying all of the City's plaques and places of interest a; a visitor's tool, and to centralize information on all commemorations ii Pasadena on dedicated City website page.
Following discussion, it was moved by Councilmember Masuda seconded by Councilmember Jones, to approve the sta1
recommendation to honor Troop with a plaque at the Civic Auditorium as well as a friendly amendment to honor Troop with a second plaqui with robust historical information on the music group at Central Park (Motion unanimously approved) (Absent: Mayor Gordo)
SUPPORT OF PROPOSITION 36, "ALLOWS FELONY CHARGE!
AND INCREASES SENTENCES FOR CERTAIN DRUG AND THEF-
CRIMES" ON THE NOVEMBER 6, 2024 STATE GENERAI
ELECTION BALLOT (Office of the City Manager)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the action proposed in the agenda report is covered b; the "Common Sense" exemption set forth in State CEQA Guideline; Section 15061(b)(3) as CEQA only applies to projects that may have; significant effect on the environment; and
(2) Support Proposition 36 on the November 5, 2024, state ballot.
Alex Hernandez, Assistant to the City Manager, presented < Powerpoint presentation on the item, provided a brief overview o Proposition 36, and responded to questions.
In response to Councilmember Lyon's inquiry regarding hov Proposition 36 aligns with the City's legislative platform, Assistant t< the City Manager Hernandez reported that the areas in alignmen pertain to public safety and quality of life issues.
In response to Councilmember Williams' inquiry regarding financia costs of implementation of Proposition 36, City Manager Marque; reported that the County and/or State could potentially face costs fo prosecution and providing a defense.
Councilmember Rivas expressed concerns related to the unfundec indirect costs that the measure would create, such as treatment fo certain individuals with drug offenses.
In response to Councilmember Hampton's inquiries regarding dru< offenses, City Prosecutor Tim Wellman reported that the if Propositioi 36 were passed by voters, the District Attorney's Office would have th< discretion to charge a person in possession of illegal drugs as a felon' if the person has two or more prior drug possessions, or other druc related offenses.
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MOTION:
SUBSTITUTE MOTION:
RECOMMENDATIONS
FROM OFFICERS AND
DEPARTMENTS
Vice Mayor Madison expressed concerns regarding Proposition 36 stating that it does not provide adequate funding for treatment, and ma' be unfairly applied to individuals based on race and ethnicity, an< potentially lead to unfortunate consequences.
The following individuals spoke in opposition of the proposed stat< ballot measure Proposition 36 and/or provided other variou; comments:
Margaret diZerega, Vera Institute of Justice
Selina Ho, Vera Institute of Justice
Jess Farris, ACLU of Southern California
City Clerk Jomsky reported that two tetters advocating for the Cit' Council to oppose Proposition 36 and providing comments on th( matter, and two letters (submitted for the Legislative Policy Committe< meeting) advocating for the City to oppose Proposition 36 which risk; budget cuts from LA County Programs, were received by the Cit' Clerk's Office, distributed to the City Council, posted online, and mad( part of the public record for this item.
Councilmember Lyon expressed opposition Proposition 36, stating tha the measure is a reaction to the uptick in shoplifting and property crime; in the past two years, noting that property crimes are still at a historicall' low point.
Following discussion, it was moved by Councitmember Lyon, secondec by Councilmember Rivas, to oppose state Proposition 36.
In response to Councilmember Masuda's inquiry regarding why ther( should be support for Proposition 36, City Attorney Bagneris noted tha supporting arguments for the measure state that tougher laws an< penalties may serve as a deterrent to committing crimes. Chie Assistant City Prosecutor Wellman added that under Proposition 3( individuals may be given an admonition, while if an individual i; convicted of selling drugs such as fentanyl, and someone dies fron those drugs, that person could be prosecuted for second degre< murder.
Discussion ensued regarding the opportunity of treatment, lack o funding for treatment, wobblers, and the District Attorney's policies.
Following additional discussion, it was moved by Councilmembe Williams, seconded by Councilmember Hampton, to take no position (Motion unanimously approved) (Absent: Mayor Gordo)
SUPPORT OF PROPOSITION 3 "CONSTITUTIONAL RIGHT TC
MARRIAGE" ON THE NOVEMBER 5, 2024 STATE GENERA1
ELECTION BALLOT
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MOTION:
ADJOURNMENT
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the action proposed in the agenda report is covered b' the "Common Sense" exemption set forth in State CEQA Guideline; Section 15061(b)(3) as CEQA only applies to projects that may have; significant effect on the environment; and
(2) Support Proposition 3 on the November 5, 2024 state ballot.
Alex Hernandez, Assistant to the City Manager, provided a PowerPoin presentation on the item. Councilmember Lyon provided additions background information on the legislation, noting the social benefits c recognizing the fundamental rights to marry.
City Clerk Jomsky reported that one letter in support of Proposition ; and one letter in opposition to Proposition 3, were received by the Cit' Clerk's Office, distributed to the City Council, posted online, and mad< part of the public record for this item.
It was moved by Councilmember Lyon, seconded by Councilmembe Rivas, to support Proposition 3. (Motion unanimously approved (Absent: Mayor Gordo)
Vice Mayor emphasized the importance of Proposition 3, stating tha the matter goes beyond sexual orientation, and that it allows fo individuals of various backgrounds to have an equal right to form < committed, loving relationship that is recognized by the law.
Councilmember Williams reported that she attended the Californi; League of Cities Annual Conference, stating that two hot topic; discussed at the conference included civility at council meetings an< housing laws.
On order of the Vice Mayor, the regular meeting of the City Counc adjourned at 8:43 p.m. in memory of Maddalena Riboli and Alia Coulombe.
ATTEST:
Victor M. Gordo, Mayor
City of Pasadena
City Clerk
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