OPENING:
CLOSED SESSION
Councilmember Williams
arrived at 5:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers:
Staff:
CITY OF PASADENA
City Council Minutes
October 28, 2024 - 5:00 P.M.
City Hall Council Chamber
UNOFFICIAL UNTIL
APPROVED BY CITi' COUNCIL
Mayor Gordo called the regular meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. (Absen Councilmember Williams)
On the order of the Mayor, the regular meeting recessed at 5:05 p.rr to discuss the following closed session item:
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE REGARDING PUBLIC EMPLOYEI
PERFORMANCE EVALUATION pursuant to Government Cod
Section 54957 and CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE with Labor
Negotiator pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Employee Title and Unrepresented Employee: City Attorney/Cit Prosecutor
City Representative: Victor M. Gordo
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERT
NEGOTIATORS pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Property: 434-470 North Lake Avenue
Under negotiation: Price and terms
Agency negotiator: Miguel Marquez
Negotiating Parties: Bridge Housing, Camacho Commercial, Cit Ventures, Community Builders Group (CBG), Cypress Equit Investments (CEI), Fidelis Advisors, Holos Communities & Heritage Housing Partners, LA Family Housing,
Mercy Housing, The Olson Company, Urban Coalition, USy
Properties, West Hollywood Community Housing Corporation The above closed session items were discussed, with no reportabl action at this time.
On the order of the Mayor, the regular meeting reconvened at 6:49 p.rr The pledge of allegiance was led by Councilmember Hampton.
Mayor Victor M. Gordo
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
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CEREMONIAL MATTERS City Clerk Jomsky administered the Oath of Office to Christian Jones Northwest Commission - District 5, and Melissa Scott, Human Service Commission - District 5.
Mayor Gordo announced details for the Veterans' Day ceremony the will be held on November 11, 2024, in front of City Hall in honor of thosi that served in the military, and to pay a special tribute to the Seconi Battalion, 23rd Division Marines, upon their deployment.
SPECIAL ITEM
PUBLIC COMMENT ON
MATTERS NOT ON THE
AGENDA
PRESENTATION BY STATE SENATOR ANTHONY PORTANTIN(
ON STATE OF THE STATE
Mayor Gordo extended appreciation to State Senator Anthon Portantino for his dedicated service to Pasadena and surroundin; communities, as well as his advocacy for educational opportunities public safety, economic growth, the 710 Freeway relinquishmer legislation, and efforts to support the Rose Bowl.
State Senator Portantino provided his legislative update from the Stat' Senate, and spoke on his advocacy to increase resources for dyslexi, screenings, support for nonprofit communities and small businesses implement gun control policies, and efforts to relinquish the 71 C freeway stub in Pasadena.
On behalf of the City Council, Mayor Gordo presented Senate Portantino with a certificate of commendation.
Following discussion, on the order of the Mayor, and consensus of th City Council, the presentation was received and filed.
Rene Gonzalez, Pasadena resident, spoke on the need fc
accountability regarding the Pasadena Unified School District' expenditures from recent voter approved funding for the School Distric Olden Denham, Pasadena resident, spoke on the ongoing division i the country and advocated for accountability to ensure progress in th community and the country.
Alien Shay, Pasadena resident, requested for the City Council t agendize Senate Bill 7 and the pending sale of relinquished 71 freeway homes for discussion, and provided other various comments Marilyn Myers, Pasadena resident, expressed concerns regarding th facilities at John Muir High School and Pasadena High Schoo emphasizing that the fields and sports amenities need upgrading.
Walter Butler, Pasadena resident, expressed concerns that sport amenities at Pasadena High School were outdated and unsanitary, an urged the City Council to help facilitate the upgrades.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
City Manager/ Executive
Director
In response to public comment, Councilmember Hampton reported the sports facilities improvements at John Muir High School and Pasaden High School have been approved and will start in 2025.
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO AMEND CITY CONTRAC-
NO. 32191 WITH GOLDEN STAR TECHNOLOGY INC., T(
INCREASE THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT BY $250,000 AND T(
EXTEND THE CONTRACT TERM BY ONE YEAR FOR THI
PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF VIDEO CONFERENCING
TECHNOLOGY SOLUTIONS (DolT)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the recommended actions in the agenda report an exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA' pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines per Section 15061(b)(3), th' "Common Sense" exemption that CEQA only applies to projects the may have an effect on the environment;
(2) Authorize the City Manager to amend Contract No. 32191 witl Golden Star Technology Inc., to increase the contract amount b $250,000 thereby increasing the total not-to-exceed amount fror $361,167 to $611,167 and to extend the contract term for one year, t December 31, 2025. Competitive bidding is not required pursuant t' City Charter Section 1002(F) contracts for professional or uniqui services (Contract No. 32191-1); and
(3) To the extent this could be considered a separate procuremer subject to the Competitive Selection Process, it is recommended the the City Council grant the contract an exemption pursuant to Pasaden; Municipal Code (PMC) Section 4.08.049(B), contracts for which thi City's best interests are served.
AUTHORIZE THE CITf MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRAC-
WITH MINSAIT ADVANCED CONTROL SYSTEMS INC., FOI
SUPERVISORY CONTROL AND DATA ACQUISITION SYSTEB
SUPPORT SERVICES FOR A TOTAL NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUN
OF $745,000 FOR THE WATER AND POWER DEPARTMENT (Wate
& Power Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is not a projec subject to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuar to Section 21065 ofCEQA and Sections 15060(c)(2), 15060(c)(3), an. 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines, and as such, no environment? document pursuant to CEQA is required;
(2) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract, withoi competitive bidding pursuant to City Charter Section 1002(F), contract for professional or unique services, with Minsait Advanced Contra Systems Inc. ("ACS"), for Supen/isory Control and Data Acquisitio System ("SCADA") Support Sen/ices for the Water and Powe Department in an amount not-to-exceed a grand total of $745,000 fc five years, which includes the option for two additional one-yee extensions or an amount not-to-exceed $310,000, whichever occur Council Minutes310/28/2024
first, at the discretion of the City Manager (Multi-vear P.O. Contract and
(3) Grant the recommended contract an exemption from th Competitive Selection process pursuant to Pasadena Municipal Cod Section 4.08.049(B) contracts for which the City's best interests ar served.
AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO INDIVIDUAL CONTRACT
WITH GEOSYNTEC CONSULTANTS INC., AND RICHARD C
SLADE & ASSOCIATES LLC TO PROVIDE ON-CAL
HYDROGEOLOGICAL SERVICES FOR AN AMOUNT NOT-TC
EXCEED $1,750,000 PER CONTRACT FOR THE WATER ANI
POWER DEPARTMENT (Water & Power Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is not a projec subject to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuar to Section 21065 ofCEQAand Sections 15060(c)(2), 15060(c)(3), an 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines, and as such, no environments document pursuant to CEQA is required;
(2) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract withoi competitive bidding pursuant to the City Charter Section 1002(F "Contract for professional or unique services" with Geosynte Consultants Inc. ("Geosyntec"), for an amount not-to-excee $1,750,000 or five years, whichever comes first, as the result of competitive selection process, pursuant to Pasadena Municipal Cod Section 4.08.047, to provide on-all hydrogeological services (Contrac No. 33068); and
(3) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract withoi competitive bidding pursuant to the City Charter Section 1002(F "Contract for professional or unique sen/ices" with Richard C. Slade < Associates LLC ("RCS") for an amount not-to-exceed $1,750,000 c five years, whichever comes first, as the result of a competitiv selection process, pursuant to Pasadena Municipal Code Sectio
4.08.047, to provide on-all hydrogeological services. (Contract Nc 33069)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO AMEND CONTRACT NC
32757 WITH G&W ELECTRIC COMPANY TO INCREASE THI
CONTRACT AMOUNT BY $4,000,000 FOR MEDIUM VOLTAGI
DISTRIBUTION SWITCHES FOR A REVISED AMOUNT NOT-TC
EXCEED $11,332,000 FOR THE WATER AND POWEI
DEPARTMENT (Water & Power Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is not a proje< subject to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuar to Section 21065 of CEQA and State CEQA Guidelines Section 5060(c)(2), 15060(c)(3), and 15378, and as such, no environment. document pursuant to CEQA is required for the project; and (2) Authorize the City Manager to amend Contract 32757 with G&V Electric Company ("G&W") to increase the contract amount b Council Minutes 4 10/28/2024
$4,000,000, thereby increasing the grand total to a not-to-excee' amount of $11,332,000. The procurement complied with the Pasaden Municipal Code Section 4.08.045 for Competitive Bidding. (P.O. D€ staff)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO AMEND CONTRACT NC
31789 WITH BLUSKY RESTORATION CONTRACTORS T(
INCREASE THE CONTRACT AMOUNT BY $900,000 FOI
ASBESTOS ABATEMENT AND REMEDIATION FOR A REVISEI
NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $1,600,000 FOR THE WATER ANI
POWER DEPARTMENT (Water & Power Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is not a projec subject to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuar to State CEQA Guidelines Section 21065, 15060(c)(2), 15060(c)(3:
and 15378, and as such, no environmental document pursuant t CEQA is required for the project;
(2) Authorize the City Manager to amend Contract No. 31789 wit BluSky Restoration Contractors, LLC ("BluSky") to increase th contract amount by $900,000, thereby increasing the grand total to not-to-exceed amount of $1,600,000, which includes the option for tw additional one-year extensions, or an amount not-to-exceed $500,OOC whichever occurs first, at the discretion of the City Manager (Contrac No. 31789-1); and
(3) To the extent the amendment to Contract No. 31789 could b considered a separate procurement subject to the Competitiv Selection Process, grant the contract an exemption pursuant t Pasadena Municipal Code (PMC) Section 4.08.049(8), contracts fc which the City's best interests are served. This transaction is exemi:
from competitive bidding per PMC Section 4.08.030 and City Charte Section 1002(F) based on contracts for professional or unique service; ADOPT A RESOLUTION UPDATING THE SALARIES OF E1GHTEEI
EXISTING CLASSIFICATIONS (Human Resources Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is exempt fror the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQ, guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) "Common Sense" exemption; and (2) Adopt a Resolution Updating the Salaries of Eighteen Existin Classifications. (Resolution No. 10093)
Item discussed separately ADOPT A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING ONE NE\ CLASSIFICATION AND UPDATING THE SALARIES OF 81
EXISTING CLASSIFICATIONS (Human Resources Dept.)
ADOPT A SIDE LETTER OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY 0
PASADENA AND THE PASADENA POLICE OFFICER
ASSOCIATION TO ESTABLISH A MOUNTED EQUESTRIA
ENFORCEMENT UNIT (Human Resources Dept.)
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Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is exempt fror the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQ/ guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) "Common Sense" exemption; and (2) Adopt a Side Letter of Agreement between the City of Pasaden; and the Pasadena Police Officers Association to Establish a Mountei Enforcement Unit.
REJECT THE SOLE BID FOR 2023 OR NEWER FOUR-DOOF
ELECTRIC VEHICLES FOR THE DEPARTMENT 01
TRANSPORTATION (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") pe CEQA Guidelines Section 15270, Projects Which Are Disapprovec and
(2) Reject the sole bid received on September 12, 2024, in respons' to the Notice Inviting Bids for 2023 or Newer Four-Door Electri Vehicles for the Department of Transportation, Project ID: 2024-IFE MS-607.
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO AMEND CONTRACT NC
32054 WITH FIRST TRANSIT INC., FOR FIXED ROUTE AND DIAL
A-RIDE TRANSIT SERVICES TO INCLUDE THE OPTIONAI
SERVICE LEVEL FOR TWO ADDITIONAL ROUTES and increas
THE contract amount BY $8,812,205 to a NOT-TO-EXCEEI
AMOUNT OF $75,905,467 (Transportation Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is not a projec subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant t Section 21065 of CEQA and Sections 15060(c)(2), 15060(c)(3), an 15378 of the State CEQA Guidelines and, as such, no environment; document pursuant to CEQA is required;
(2) Authorize the City Manager to amend Contract No. 32054 wit First Transit Inc., for fixed route and Dial-A-Ride transit services t include the Optional Service Level for two additional routes an increase the contract amount by $8,812,205 through June 30, 2028, t a not-to-exceed amount of $75,905,467, which includes the bas contract amount of $73,694,628 and a contingency of $2,210,839 (3°/ to provide for any necessary change orders (Contract No. 32054-3 and
(3) To the extent the amendment to Contract No. 32054 could b considered a separate procurement subject to the Competitiv Selection Process, grant an exemption pursuant to Pasaden Municipal Code (PMC) Section 4.08.049(B), contracts for which th City's best interests are served. Competitive price bidding is n< required pursuant to City Charter Section 1002(F) contracts f( professional or unique services.
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AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO AMEND CONTRACT NC
32227 WITH COMMLINE INC., FOR EMERGENCY VEHICL
OUTFITTING, INCREASING THE CONTRACT AMOUNT B
$483,000 FOR A TOTAL NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $733,00
(Public Works Dept.)
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), that CEQA only applies to projects that may hav a significant effect on the environment;
(2) Authorize the City Manager to amend Contract No. 32227 fc emergency vehicle outfitting with Commline Inc., increasing th contract by $483,000 for a grand total amount not-to-exceed $733,00 over original five-year term ending March 1, 2027, which is consister with the bid specifications for the proposed project and subject to th same contract terms and conditions. (Contract No. 32227-1) AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO AMEND THE EXISTIN<
LEASE AGREEMENT (CONTRACT NO. 24,011) WITH 199 S. LO;
ROBLES, LLC, SAND 199 LOS ROBLES, LLC AND ROBLES SIV
LLC FOR THE PREMISES LOCATED AT 199 S. LOS ROBLES AVE
SUITE #550/580, INCREASING THE LEASE AMOUNT BY $32,01
OVER 36 MONTHS FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEEI
$528,527 FOR RISK MANAGEMENT DIVISION OFFICES (Office c the City Manager)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the leasing of 199 S. Los Robles Avenue is categoricall exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA' pursuant to the State CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existin Facilities) there are no features that distinguish this project from other in the exempt classes, and therefore, there are no unusu< circumstances; and
(2) Authorize the City Manager to execute an amendment to leas agreement (Contract No. 24,011) with 199 S. Los Robles, LLC, San 199 Los Robles, LLC, and Robles SM, LLC, increasing the leas amount by $32,015 over 36 months for a total amount not-to-excee $528,527 for the office space located at 199 S. Los Robles Avenu incorporating the terms and conditions generally described in agend report, and to execute any other related agreements necessary t effectuate the transaction, including non-substantial revisions (Contract No. 24,011-1)
FINANCE COMMITTEE: AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER T(
ENTER INTO A CONTRACT AGREEMENT WITH THE FEDERA
HIGHWAY ADMINISTRATION TO ACCEPT SAFE STREETS ANI
ROADS FOR ALL (SS4A) PLANNING AND DEMONSTRATIOI
GRANT IN THE AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $1,556,52
(Transportation Dept.)
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Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the actions in the agenda report are exempt from thi California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to State CEQy Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3); the "Common Sense" exemption; (2) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with the Federe Highway Administration (FHWA) for the Safe Streets and Roads for A (SS4A) Planning and Demonstration grant in the amount not-to-excee' $1,556,520 and execute any subsequent agreements regarding thi grant award (Contract No. 24,154); and
(3) Amend the Department of Transportation's FY 2025 operatin; budget to receive and appropriate $778,260 as detailed in the fiscs impact section of the agenda report. (Budget Amendment No. 2025-14 FINANCE COMMITTEE: AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER T(
ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH HOMEAWAY.COM INC., FOt
THE COLLECTION OF TRANSIENT OCCUPANCY TAX ANI
TOURISM BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT ASSESSMEN'
(Finance 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' pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15273 (Rates, Tolls, Fares and Charges); and
(2) Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement witl HomeAway.com Inc. (HomeAway), to collect Transient Occupanc Taxes (TOT) and Tourism Business Improvement District Assessment (TBID) on behalf of Pasadena residents who rent their residences t' others using the various HomeAway applications and platforms (Contract No. 24,155)
FINANCE COMMITTEE: APPROVE THE COMMITMENT 01
GENERAL FUND BALANCE FOR THE GENERAL FUNI
EMERGENCY CONTINGENCY COMMITMENT FOR $48,552,00'
AND GENERAL FUND OPERATING RESERVE FOR $16,184,00
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024 (Finance Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that that the proposed action in the agenda report is not "project" subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQfa pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 21065 and within th' meaning 15378(b), and as such, no environmental document pursuar to CEQA is required; and
(2) Adopt a resolution approving the City of Pasadena General Fun Emergency Contingency commitment of $48,552,000 and Generc Fund Operating Reserve commitment of up to $16,184,000 (with th final amount to be determined upon conclusion of Fiscal Year (F\ 2024 financial statement preparation based solely on General Fun sub-fund 101) from fund balance of the General Fund for FY 202^ (Resolution No. 10094)
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MUNICIPAL SERVICES COMMITTEE: AUTHORIZE THE CIT
MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A POWER SALES AGREEMEN"
CONTRACT WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA PUBLIC POWEF
AUTHORITY FOR RENEWABLE SOLAR ENERGY FOR Af
AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $137,197,368 FOR THE WATER ANI
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 fron the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to Stat< CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) "Common Sense" exemption (2) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract with Southen California Public Power Authority ("SCPPA") for the purchase c renewable energy that includes daily delivery of a maximum of 5i megawatts ("MW) from the Grace Orchard Solar Facility during a 20 year contract term beginning December 1, 2027, for a total amount no1 to-exceed $137,197,368. Competitive price bidding is not requirei pursuant to City Charter Section 1002(hl) (Contracts with othe governmental entities), and competitive selection is not requirei pursuant to Pasadena Municipal Code Section 4.08.049(A)(3^ contracts with other governmental entities (Contract No. 33098); and (3) Authorize Pasadena Water and Power's ("PWP") Genere Manager to execute documents pertaining to operational ani administrative matters directly related to the contract.
MUNICIPAL SERVICES COMMITTEE: DIRECT THE CIT
ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN ORDINANCE AMENDING
PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 13.04 TO REMOVI
DIRECT ACCESS PROVISIONS AND RELATED TARIFFS, AN!
AMENDING LONG-TERM CONTRACT PROVISIONS (Water <
Power Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed actions in the agenda report are exemp from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant t State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) (Common Sens' Exemption); and
(2) Direct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance and return withi 60 days, amending the Pasadena Municipal Code ("PMC") Chapte
13.04, the light and power rate ordinance to:
a. Remove Sections 13.04.095 - Direct access service
13.04.096 - Direct access transition charge, 13.04.097
Direct access service charge; and
b. Amend PMC Section 13.04.075 - Long-term contracts, t remove equity adjustments and associated provisions.
MUNICIPAL SERVICES COMMLTTEE: DIRECT THE CIT
ATTORNEY TO PREPARE AN ORDINANCE AMENDIN<
PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE CHAPTER 13.04 TO INCREASI
ELECTRIC UTILITY ASSISTANCE PROGRAM MONTHL
BENEFITS AND RELATED CHANGES (Water & Power Dept.)
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City Council
RESIGNATIONS,
APPOINTMENTS, &
REAPPOINTMENTS
City Clerk/ Secretary
MINUTES APPROVED
CLAIMS RECEIVED AND
FILED
MOTION:
CONSENT ITEMS
DISCUSSED
SEPARATELY
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) pursuar to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15273 (Rates, Tolls, Fares, ani Charges); and
(2) Direct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance amending thi Light and Power Rate Ordinance, Chapter 13.04, Sections 13.04.041 and 13.04.045 of the Pasadena Municipal Code implementing thi changes to the Electric Utility Assistance Program as described in thi agenda report. (Discussed and considered concurrently with Item Nc 25, including for public comment purposes.)
APPOINTMENT OF ALEXANDER BUSS TO THE PASADENY
COMMUNITY ACCESS CORPORATION BOARD
August 28, 2023 Pasadena Public Financing Authority
Claim No. Claimant
2025-0075 Progressive
2025-0076 Dennis Demesa
2025-0077 Jiedong Guan
2025-0078 Marilyn Green
2025-0079 Chandece Irene Hamilton
Claim Amount
$ <10,000.0'
3,000.0'
10,000.00
3,100.0
800.0
City Clerk Jomsky reported that a revision was made to the staff repoi for Item 12, updating the square footage of the lease which change the not-to-exceed amount by $15,210 over the three-year term of th lease, making the new not-to-exceed amount $543,737.00.
As required by the California Brown Act, prior to taking action, Mayc Gordo reported information related to Item 6 of the Consent Calendc regarding the compensation increases for the Deputy City Manage Deputy Finance Director/Treasurer, Deputy Public Work
Director/Engineer, and the Economic Development Director.
It was moved by Councilmember Masuda, seconded b
Councilmember Williams, to approve all items on the Conser Calendar, with the exception of Item 7 and with a revised sta recommendation for Item 12. (Motion unanimously approved) (Absen None)
ADOPT A RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING ONE NE\
CLASSIFICATION AND UPDATING THE SALARIES OF Sl:
EXISTING CLASSIFICATIONS (Human Resources Dept.)
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Mayor Gordo stated a
conflict of interest,
recused from the item,
and left the dais at 7:29
p.m.
REPORTS AND
COMMENTS FROM
COUNCIL COMMITTEE
Mayor Gordo returned to
the meeting at 7:31 p.m.
SPECIAL ITEMS
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is exempt fror the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQy guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) "Common Sense" exemption; and (2) Adopt a Resolution Establishing One New Classification an' Updating the Salaries of Six Existing Classifications. (Resolution Nc 10095)
It was moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded b
Councilmember Lyon, to approve the staff recommendation 7. (Motio unanimously approved) (Absent: Mayor Gordo)
INFORMATIONAL UPDATE ON THE PASADENA WATER AN1
POWER'S OPTIMIZED STRATEGIC PLAN TO ESTABLISH i
ROADMAP TO MEET THE GOALS SET FORTH BY CIT
COUNCIL'S ADOPTED RESOLUTION 9977 (Water & Power Dept.) Recommendation: The agenda report is intended to provid information to the City Council regarding the Optimized Strategic Pla ("OSP"); no action is required.
David Reyes, Acting General Manager of Water & Power, provide introductory remarks on the item; Kelly Nguyen, Assistant Geners Manager, provided a brief overview of the project; and Nick Schlagc consultant from E3, presented a Powerpoint presentation on the itenr including the progress made to date to achieve the goals of the City' Optimized Strategic Plan, and responded to questions.
Mayor Gordo expressed concerns regarding the differences betwee the proprietary/non-proprietary solar panel systems, issues wit serviceability for aged systems, and asked how the City might be abl to assist residents who are impacted. Consultant Schlagg reported ths E3 can look into the matter and report back to the City Council.
Councilmember Hampton suggested Economic Developmer
Department also research the matter of large solar panel companie going out of business, and how it impacts residents and businesses.
Following discussion, on the order of the Mayor, and consensus of th City Council, the informational update was received and filed.
PRESENTATION BY ASSEMBLYMEMBER CHRIS HOLDEN 01
THE STATE OF THE STATE
State Assemblymember Chris Holden provided a legislative upda1 from the State Assembly, reported on the various initiatives he worke on over the past year, including environmental protection policie; infrastructure improvements, the California Early Earthquake Warnin System, funding for speech language pathologist training systems ; California State Universities, and funding to support the Rose Bo\ infrastructure renovation project.
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Following his remarks, Assemblymember Holden presented certificate of recognition to former Pasadena City Managers Don Mclntyre, Ph Hawkey, Cynthia Kurtz, and Michael Beck who served during his tenun as Pasadena Councilmember representing District 3, and reflected o his time serving as a former Pasadena City Councilmember.
Mayor Gordo thanked Assemblymember Holden for his leadership an commitment to the City of Pasadena, with his support ensuring stronger and more vibrant community.
The City Council shared words of commendation and appreciation fc Assemblymember Holden, and noting his positive impact on Pasadens as a former City Councilmember and State Assemblymember.
Following discussion, on the order of the Mayor, and consensus of th City Council, the presentation was received and filed.
FINANCE COMMITTEE: JOINT ACTION OF THE CITY COUNCI;
AND THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE PASADENA PUBLK
FINANCING AUTHORITY: ADOPT RESOLUTIONS APPROVING
THE 2024A REFUNDING BUILD AMERICA BONDS (Finance Dept
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is not a projec subject to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as defined i Section 21065 of CEQA and Section 15378 of the State CEQ, Guidelines, and as such, no environmental document pursuant t CEQA is required for the project; and
(2) Adopt a resolution of the City Council of the City of Pasaden approving the issuance of Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds in a amount not-to-exceed $130,000,000, including the execution an delivery of a third amendment to amended and restated lease, a fourt amendment to amended and restated sublease, bond purchas agreement, continuing disclosure agreement, preliminary offici; statement and final official statement in connection therewith, an authorizing the taking of certain actions relating thereto. (Resolutio No.10096)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the Pasadena Publi Financing Authority:
(1) Adopt a resolution of the Board of Directors of the Pasaden Public Financing Authority authorizing the issuance of lease revenu refunding bonds in an amount not-to-exceed $130,000,000 and th execution and delivery of a third amendment to amended and restate lease, a fourth amendment to amended and restated sublease, ban indenture, bond purchase agreement, preliminary official statemei and final official statement in connection therewith, and authorizing th taking of certain actions relating thereto. (PPFR-32)
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MOTION:
RECOMMENDATIONS
FROM OFFICERS AND
DEPARTMENTS
City Manager
Matt HawKeswortn, Acting Assistant Uity Manager/Uirector ot hinance provided introductory remarks, and Vie Erganian, Deputy Director c Finance/City Treasurer, presented a Powerpoint presentation on th proposed action, and responded to questions.
Nina Chomsky, Linda Vista-Annandale Association, expresse support for the proposed refunding of the Build America Bonds emphasizing the savings would bring and how it could boost th local economy.
In a joint action of the City Council and the Board of Directors of th Pasadena Public Financing Authority, it was moved by Vice Mayc Madison, seconded by Councilmember Hampton, to approve the sta recommendation.
AYES: Councilmembers Hampton, Jones, Lyon, Masudc
Rivas, Williams, Vice Mayor Madison, Mayor Gordo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A GAME;
AGREEMENT WITH THE LOS ANGELES ORGANIZIN(
COMMITTEE FOR THE 2028 OLYMPIC AND PARALYMPIC GAME;
(OCOG) (Office of the City Manager)
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) pursuar to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15272, "Olympic Games," an categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to State CEQA Guideline Section 15323, "Normal Operations of Facilities for Public Gatherings (2) Authorize the City Manager to negotiate and enter into a Game Agreement with the Los Angeles Organizing Committee for the 202 Olympic and Paralympic Games.
City Manager Marquez provided introductory remarks; Vie Nol, Directc of Venue City Relations for the LA28 - 2028 Olympic and Paralympi Games, shared information regarding the Rose Bowl hosting the men and women's soccer games, which would mark the 3rd time the venu was used by the Games. Deputy City Manager Souto presented Powerpoint presentation on the built-in infrastructure, econom impact, and uncertainties associated with the upcoming Games, an responded to questions.
In response to Councilmember Jones' inquiry regarding the size an footprint of the games to be held at the Rose Bowl, Deputy Cil Manager Souto noted that the City will have input on the footprint, bi ultimately it will be defined by LA28.
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MOTION:
City Council
City Clerk Jomsky reported that one letter advocating for the proposei contract to be made public prior to authorizing the City Manager t execute agreement(s) on behalf of the City, advocating for the Cit Council to create a temporary advisory body to address the variou concerns relating to zoning, revenues, etc., and one letter expressin; support for the staff recommendation, which 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 Vice Mayor Madison, seconded by Councilmembe Hampton, to approve the staff recommendation.
AYES: Councilmembers Hampton, Jones, Lyon, Masuds
Rivas, Williams, Vice Mayor Madison, Mayor Gordo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CONSIDERATION OF A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL 01
THE CITY OF PASADENA REQUESTING THE GOVERNOI
DECLARE A STATE OF EMERGENCY RELATED TO THI
PROPERTY INSURANCE MARKET, THE GOVERNOF
INSURANCE COMMISSIONER, AND THE CALIFORNIA STATI
LEGISLATURE TAKE IMMEDIATE ACTION TO STRENGTHEN ANI
STABILIZE CALIFORNIA'S RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIA
PROPERTY INSURANCE MARKET, AND DIRECTING THE MAYOI
TO TRANSMIT A LETTER TO APPROPRIATE STATE OFFICIAL
REQUESTING THAT STEPS BE TAKEN TO STABILIZE THI
PROPERTY INSURANCE MARKET (Councilmember Hamptor
(Resolution No. 10097)
Councilmember Hampton provided introductory remarks on the item.
Councilmember Williams requested for the Insurance Commissioner' Office to provide an update regarding a sustainable insurance plan.
In response to Councilmember Rivas' inquiry regarding th consequences for declaring a "state of emergency" in this context, Cil Attorney Bagneris reported that there are provisions in the Stat Insurance Code that may suggest rate adjustments or other regulator changes are possible. Councilmember Rivas advocated for th Legislative Policy Committee to further review and discuss this item.
Vice Mayor Madison reported that the Legislative Policy Committee ha some discussions on the matter at the July meeting, reporting that i cases where the Governor declared a "State of Emergency" around wildfire, some counties joined the Insurance Commissioner to tak action and freeze rates or terminate the rights of companies to suspen or cancel coverage for a period of a year or more. hie stated that th Insurance Commissioner is currently promulgating regulations unde Council Minutes 14 10/28/2024
MOTION:
SUBSTITUTE MOTION:
the sustainable insurance initiative, and spoke in support of th' Legislative Policy Committee discussing this item further.
City Attorney Bagneris reported that declaring a state of emergenc could potentially remove red tape, adjust regulations, and provide mor' money into the Fair Insurance Program.
Adriana Lim, Pasadena resident, expressed concerns regardin the rising costs of home insurance policies, spoke on specifi impacts to her Homeowner Association, and advocated for th' City to take action to support residents suffering from rising costs Following discussion, it was moved by Councilmember Hamptor seconded by Councilmember Williams, to approve the sta
recommendation.
Mayor Gordo emphasized the need to take action to help constituent and amplify their concerns, and expressed support for issuing letters t the Governor and the Insurance Commissioner urging for a declaratio of a state of emergency regarding the high cost of insurance. H advocated for the Legislative Police Committee to review the matter t identify possible options to provide relief to residents who are strugglin with the high property insurance costs.
Councilmember Lyon expressed concerns regarding the verbiage i the proposed resolution, noting his unanswered questions related t "declaring an emergency" that may come with associated legalities the the City Council may be unaware of, and suggested modifying th verbiage to read: "growing crisis relating to the property insuranc market". Vice Mayor Madison echoed Councilmember Lyon's concern and stated that the situation may not meet the strict definition of "stat of emergency" under the State's Government Code, and the propose request may not be well-justified.
Following additional discussion, Councilmember Lyon made substitute motion, seconded by Vice Mayor Madison, to adopt a amended resolution, as follows: 1) change the title of the resolution t state "request the governor to recognize a crisis related to...", 2) strik the second to last "WHEREAS" in the resolution, 3) amend the la; paragraph to state "...the City of Pasadena calls on the governor t recognize the growing crisis related to the property insurance market.. and strike the words "declare a state of emergency", with the matter t return to the Legislative Policy Committee for further discussion on an further actions the City can take in this regard.
AYES: Councilmembers Jones, Lyon, Masuda, Rivas, Vie
Mayor Madison
NOES: Councilmember Hampton, Williams, Mayor Gordo
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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ORDINANCE - FIRST
READING
ORDINANCES -
SECOND READING
Conduct first reading of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY 01
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE LIGHT AND POWEI
RATE ORDINANCE, TITLE 13, CHAPTER 13.04 OF THI
PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE" (Discussed and considere
concurrently with Item No. 18, including for public comment purposes The ordinance above was offered by Councilmember Williams.
AYES: Councilmembers Hampton, Jones, Lyon, MasudE
Rivas, Williams, Vice Mayor Madison, Mayor Gordo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Adopt "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASADENA AMEND1N(
VARIOUS SECTIONS OF TITLE 17 (ZONING CODE) OF THI
PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE TO 1) ALLOW WALK-UI
WINDOWS AT RESTAURANTS BY-RIGHT; 2) CREATE Al
ADMINISTRATIVE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT PROCESS FOI
THE ON-SITE SALE OF ALCOHOL AT RESTAURANTS; 2
ESTABLISH REGULATIONS FOR OUTDOOR DINING ON PRIVATI
PROPERTY AT RESTAURANTS; 4) CHANGE TIME LIMITS ANI
EXTENSIONS; 5) MAKE CLARIFICATIONS AND CORRECTIONS
AND 6) CODIFY ZONING CODE INTERPRETATIONS" (Ordinanc
No.7435)
The ordinance above was adopted by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Hampton, Jones, Lyon, Masudc
Rivas, Williams, Vice Mayor Madison, Mayor Gordo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Adopt "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASADENA DELETIN<
SECTIONS 9.36.130 AND 9.36.140 OF TITLE 9, CHAPTER 9.36 0
THE PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING NOIS
RESTRICTIONS" (Ordinance No. 7436)
The ordinance above was adopted by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Hampton, Jones, Lyon, Masuds
Rivas, Williams, Vice Mayor Madison, Mayor Gordo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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ADJOURNMENT
Adopt "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASADENA AMENDING
TITLE 10, CHAPTER 410.45, SECTION 10.45.220 OF THI
PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE PASADEN/
PLAYHOUSE PARKING METER ZONE" (Ordinance No.7437)
AYES: Councilmembers Hampton, Jones, Lyon, Masudc
Rivas, Williams, Vice Mayor Madison, Mayor Gordo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
Vice Mayor Madison requested that a discussion on the role an' functionality of the Hahamongna Watershed Park Advisory Committe' be agendized for City Council discussion. Councilmember Lyon als requested for the Committee to provide an update on the Hahamongn Watershed Master Plan.
City Clerk Jomsky provided information on the upcoming Generc Election, including the various ways and locations for voters to cast, ballot in the upcoming November 5, 2024 General Election; an' encouraged eligible voters to participate in this important election.
On order of the Mayor, the regular meeting of the City Counc adjourned at 10:12 p.m.
ATTEST:
Victor M. Gordo, Mayor
City of Pasadena
City Clerk
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