OPENING:
CLOSED SESSION
Councilmember Jones
stated a conflict of
interest, recused himself
from Closed Session Item
B, and left the meeting at
5:03 p.m.
CITY OF PASADENA
City Council Minutes
NOVEMBER 25, 2024 - 5:00 P.M.
City Hall Council Chamber
Mayor Gordo called the regular meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. (Absent: Councilmembers Hampton and Lyon)
On the order of the Mayor, the regular meeting recessed at 5:01 p.m. to discuss the following closed session item:
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL
regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of Case: Soils v. City of Pasadena, et al.
Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 24STCP02346
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL
regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Name of Case: Perez, M. v. City of Pasadena
Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 21STCV45878
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY
NEGOTIATORS pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Property: 245 Ramona Street and 207 N. Garfield Avenue
Under negotiation: Price and terms
Agency negotiator: Miguel Marquez
Negotiating Party: State of California and County of Los Angeles
CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY
NEGOTIATORS pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 Property: 78 N. Marengo Avenue (APNs 5723-026-902,5723-026- 903 and 5723-026-900)
Agency negotiator: Miguel Marquez
Negotiating parties: Michael Coolidge of HRI Properties Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
City Clerk Jomsky reported that 20 letters expressing concerns with the Arroyo Seco Water Reuse project and providing comments related to inadequate information on the impacts of the project, one chain letter signed by 110 individuals, and a petition with 528 names submitted by Save San Pascual Park, were received by the City Clerk's Office and distributed to the City Council for Closed Session Item B.
The above closed session items were discussed, with no reportable action at this time.
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ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers:
Staff:
CONSENT CALENDAR
City Manager/ Executive
Director
Item discussed separately
Item discussed separately
Item discussed separately
Item discussed separately
On the order of the Mayor, the regular meeting reconvened at 6:25 p.m. The pledge of allegiance was led by Councilmember Williams. (Absent: Councilmember Lyon)
Mayor Victor M. Gordo
Vice Mayor Steve Madison
Councilmember Tyron Hampton
Councilmember Justin Jones
Councilmember Jason Lyon (absent)
Councilmember Gene Masuda
Councilmember Jessica Rivas
Councilmember Felicia Williams
City Manager Miguel Marquez
City Attorney/City Prosecutor Michele Beal Bagneris
City Clerk Mark Jomsky
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO AMEND EXCLUSIVE
NEGOTIATION AGREEMENT (ENA) WITH HRI PROPERTIES,
LLC IN CONNECTION WITH THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE
HISTORIC REHABILITATION AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW
BUILDING LOCATED ON CITY-OWNED REAL PROPERTY AT 78
N. MARENGO AVENUE (Office of the City Manager)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT WITH FORD OF MONTEBELLO FOR FORD
ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURED SERVICE AND
REPAIR OF SAFETY AND NON-SAFETY VEHICLES FOR AN
AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $2,012,500 (Public Works Dept.)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT WITH CJ CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION INC., FOR
ANNUAL ADA SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS AND
MISCELLANEOUS SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM FOR AN
AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $1,134,472 (Public Works Dept.)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT AWARD TO GRBCON INC.. FOR ANNUAL STORM
DRAIN SYSTEM REPAIR & IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT FOR AN
AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $462,213 (Public Works Dept.)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A FIBER
LEASE REVENUE AGREEMENT WITH ARTCENTER COLLEGE
OF DESIGN FOR $286,026 FOR THE INITIAL THREE-YEAR
TERM WITH TWO OPTIONAL THREE-YEAR EXTENSIONS (Dolt)
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 15301 (c) (Existing Facilities); Council Minutes211/25/2024
(2) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a lease agreement with ArtCenter College of Design for use of City fiber, resulting in up to $286,026 in revenue to the City over the initial three-year term of the agreement (Contract No. 24,165); and
(3) Authorize the City Manager to extend the agreement with ArtCenter College of Design for two optional three-year terms in the amount of $296,036 for the first extension, and $306,398 for the second extension, for a maximum term of nine years, and revenue up to $888,460.
ADOPT A RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER,
THE GENERAL MANAGER OF THE WATER AND POWER
DEPARTMENT, OR THEIR DESIGNEES TO APPROVE
PAYMENTS TO THE METROPOLITAN WATER DISTRICT OF
SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA FOR PURCHASED WATER IN
AMOUNTS NECESSARY TO MEET THE BUSINESS NEEDS OF
THE CITY (Water & Power 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; and (2) Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager, the General Manager of the Water and Power Department, or their designees to approve payments to the Metropolitan Water District of Southern California for purchased water in amounts necessary to meet the business needs of the City. (Resolution No. 10101)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT WITH ANIXTER INC., FOR ELECTRICAL
MATERIALS, SUPPLIES AND EQUIPMENT FOR A TOTAL NOT-
TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $32,000,000 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 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; and (2) Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract as the result of Competitive Bidding, as specified by Pasadena Municipal Code Section 4.08.045 with Anixter Inc. ("Anixter"), for Electric Materials, Supplies, and Equipment for a grand total of $32,000,000 for four years, which includes the base contract amount of $8,000,000 and the option for three additional one-year extensions or an amount not- to-exceed $24,000,000, whichever occurs first, at the discretion of the City Manager. (P.O. per staff)
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FINANCE COMMITTEE: QUARTERLY INVESTMENT REPORT -
QUARTER ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2024 (Finance Dept.)
Recommendation: The agenda report is for information only.
FINANCE COMMITTEE: ANNUAL ADJUSTMENTS TO THE
FISCAL YEAR 2025 SCHEDULE OF TAXES, FEES, AND
CHARGES RELATED TO NEW YEAR'S DAY AND THE ROSE
BOWL (Finance Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed action in the agenda report is statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15273 (Rates, Tolls, Fares, and Charges); and
(2) Approve the schedule rate increases effective February 1, 2025, for the Grandstand Permit Application, the Rose Bowl Admission Tax, and the New Year's Day Related Business
Grandstand Seat Surcharge as set forth in the agenda report.
FINANCE COMMITTEE: DIRECT THE CITY ATTORNEY TO
PREPARE AN ORDINANCE WITHIN 60 DAYS AMENDING
CHAPTER 10.46 OF THE PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE
UPDATING THE POLICE TOWING FRANCHISE PROCESS AND
ADOPT A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025
GENERAL FEE SCHEDULE ADJUSTING POLICE IMPOUND
AND STORAGE FEES (Police Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the actions proposed in the agenda report are not a "project" subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 21065 and within the meaning of Section 15378(b) and statutorily exempt pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15273 (Rates, Tolls, Fares, and Charges);
(2) Direct the City Attorney to prepare an ordinance within 60 days that amends Chapter 10.46 of the Pasadena Municipal Code and updates the police towing franchise process as described in the Agenda Report; and
(3) Adopt a resolution amending the Fiscal Year (FY) 2025 General Fee Schedule to adjust the impound and storage rates utilized by non-exclusive police towing franchisees. (Resolution No.10102) Item discussed separately FINANCE COMMITTEE: AMEND THE HOUSING DEPARTMENT'S FISCAL YEAR 2025 OPERATING BUDGET IN
THE AMOUNT OF $3,237,000 FOR THE CENTENNIAL PLACE
PROJECT AT 235 E. HOLLY STREET; APPROVE THE KEY
TERMS OF AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING LOAN AGREEMENT
WITH ABODE COMMUNITIES (Housing Dept.)
City CouncilAPPROVE AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT FOR CITY CLERK (Human Resources Dept.)
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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 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) Approve an employment agreement for City Clerk Mark Jomsky to provide an increase to salary and the classification's salary control rate. It is further recommended that the Mayor be authorized to sign the employment agreement to reflect City Council approved changes. (Contract No. 24.166)
October 28, 2024 City Council
October 28, 2024 Successor Agency to the Pasadena
Community Development Commission
November 4, 2024 City Council
November 4, 2024 Successor Agency to the Pasadena
Community Development Commission
November 11, 2024 City Council
November 11, 2024 Successor Agency to the Pasadena
Community Development Commission
Claim No. Claimant
2025-0095 Michelle Lambert
2025-0096 Stephen Dufford
2025-0097 Duplicate to Claim No. 2025-0096
2025-0098 Christian Pawley
2025-0099 Duplicate to Claim No. 2025-0098
2025-0100 Marcela Pallets
2025-0101 Martha Hernandez & Joe
Fernandez
2025-0102 Corey Fisher
2025-0103 Lisa/Serop Mouradian
2025-0104 Margarita Cruz
2025-0105 PabloMejia
Claim Amount
$796.33
Not stated
307.34
35,000.00+
10,000.00+
Not stated
2,883.50
10,000.00+
2,007.46
As required by the California Brown Act, prior to acting on the motion, Mayor Gordo reported information related to Item 12 of the Consent Calendar regarding the compensation increase for the City Clerk's employment agreement with the City of Pasadena.
It was moved by Councilmember Williams, seconded by
Councilmember Hampton, to approve all items on the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Items 1 - 4, and 11. (Motion unanimously approved) (Absent: Councilmember Lyon)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO AMEND EXCLUSIVE
NEGOTIATION AGREEMENT (ENA) WITH HRI PROPERTIES,
LLC IN CONNECTION WITH THE DEVELOPMENT OF THE
HISTORIC REHABILITATION AND CONSTRUCTION OF A NEW
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BUILDING LOCATED ON CITY-OWNED REAL PROPERTY AT 78
N. MARENGO AVENUE (Office of the City Manager)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the action proposed 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; and
(2) Authorize the City Manager to amend the terms of the Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (ENA) with HRI Properties, LLC in connection with the development of the historic rehabilitation and construction of a new building located on city owned property at 78 N. Marengo Avenue; and the City Clerk to attest the ENA and any other related documents necessary to amend the ENA. (Contract No. 23,459-1)
Juan Munoz, Unite Here Local 11, spoke in opposition to the staff recommendation to build a hotel using a public subsidy.
Jill Shook, Pasadena resident, expressed support: for the staff recommendation and advocated for a livable wage for hotel workers in Pasadena.
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT WITH FORD OF MONTEBELLO FOR FORD
ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURED SERVICE AND
REPAIR OF SAFETY AND NON-SAFETY VEHICLES FOR AN
AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $2,012,500 (Public Works 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 State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) as CEQA only applies to projects that may have a significant effect on the environment;
(2) Award contract to lowest and best bid dated May 30, 2024, submitted by Ford of Montebello Inc., in response to specifications for Ford Original Equipment Manufactured (OEM) Service & Repair and authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract for a total amount not-to-exceed $2,012,500 which includes a base contract amount of $1,750,000 and a contingency of $262,500 for up to five years (Contract No. 33106); and
(3) Authorize the City Manager to approve no-cost amendments to the subject contract including durational extensions.
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT WITH CJ CONCRETE CONSTRUCTION INC., FOR
ANNUAL ADA SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS AND
MISCELLANEOUS SIDEWALK REPAIR PROGRAM FOR AN
AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $1,134,472 (Public Works Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the contract proposed in the agenda report to be categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act Council Minutes611/25/2024
(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 no unusual circumstances; and
(2) Award contract to lowest and best bid dated October 22,2024 submitted by CJ Concrete Construction Inc., in response to the plans and specifications for the Annual ADA Sidewalk Improvements and Miscellaneous Sidewalk Repair Program, Fiscal Year 2025, and authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract for an amount not-to-exceed $1,134,472 which includes the base contract amount of $1,080,450 and a contingency of $54,022 to provide for any necessary change orders. (Curb Ramp ADA - Contract No. 33092) (ADA Sidewalk - Contract No. 33131)
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT AWARD TO GRBCON INC., FOR ANNUAL STORM
DRAIN SYSTEM REPAIR & IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT FOR AN
AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $462,213 (Public Works Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find the contract proposed in the agenda report to be categorically 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 no unusual circumstances; and
(2) Award contract to lowest and best bid dated October 24,2024 submitted by GRBCON Inc., in response to the plans and
specifications for the Annual Storm Drain System Repair and Improvements Project, and authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract for an amount not-to-exceed $462,213 which includes the base contract amount of $369,770 and a contingency of $92,443 to provide for any necessary change orders. (Contract No. 33130) FINANCE COMMITTEE:AMENDTHEHOUSING
DEPARTMENT'S FISCAL YEAR 2025 OPERATING BUDGET IN
THE AMOUNT OF $3,237,000 FOR THE CENTENNIAL PLACE
PROJECT AT 235 E. HOLLY STREET; APPROVE THE KEY
TERMS OF AN AFFORDABLE HOUSING LOAN AGREEMENT
WITH ABODE COMMUNITIES (Housing Dept.)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
(1) Find that the proposed project activities in the agenda report in connection with the Centennial Place affordable housing project at 235 E. Holly Street (the "Project"), 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 ("CEQA") 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;
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MOTION:
PUBLIC COMMENT ON
MATTERS NOT ON THE
AGENDA
(2) Approve a budget amendment appropriating a total of $3,237,000 consisting of: a) $2,231,097 from the unappropriated fund balance of the Other Housing Fund (238); b) $840,000 from the unappropriated fund balance of the Low and Moderate Inclusionary Housing Asset Fund (237); and c) $165,903 from the unappropriated fund balance of the Inclusionary Housing Trust Fund (239) to the Housing Department's FY 2025 Operating Budget to fund the proposed City loan for the Centennial Place Project (Budget Amendment No. 2025-17);
(3) Approve certain key business terms, as described in the agenda report, of the proposed Affordable Housing Loan Agreement with Abode Communities (Contract No. 24,170); and
(4) Authorize the City Manager or his designee to execute the Affordable Housing Loan Agreement any and all related documents necessary to effectuate the staff recommendation.
Mayor Gordo and the City Council thanked Kris Markarian, Acting Director of Public Works and City Engineer, on the occasion of her retirement and for her many years of public service, noting her time at the City of Pasadena, and the various City projects she was involved with. The City Council wished her good luck on her future endeavors.
City Manager Marquez also expressed gratitude to Ms. Markarian for her contributions to the City.
It was moved by Mayor Gordo, seconded by Councilmember Jones, to approve Consent Calendar Items 1, 2, 3, 4, and 11. (Motion unanimously approved) (Absent: Councilmember Lyon)
Olden Denham, Pasadena resident, spoke on the need for
accountability regarding Pasadena Police Officers to ensure progress and safety in the community.
Alien Shay, Pasadena resident, advocated for charter reform for increased police oversight by the City Council and police officer accountability.
Jill Shook, Pasadena resident, thanked Councilmembers Hampton and Jones for attending the unveiling ceremony for the new mural near Rio Meat Market; she also spoke on the significance of the artwork.
Councilmember Hampton advocated for the Community Police Oversight Committee to have a discussion on charter reform that might include increased oversight and accountability of police officers by the City Council.
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ORDINANCE - FIRST
READING
ORDINANCES -
SECOND READING
WORKSHOP
Conduct first reading of "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
PASADENA, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE LIGHT AND POWER
RATE ORDINANCE, TITLE 13, CHAPTER 13.04 OF THE
PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE" [CORRECTED]
The ordinance above was introduced by Councilmember Hampton:
AYES: Councilmember Hampton, Jones, Masuda, Rivas,
Williams, Vice Mayor Madison, Mayor Gordo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Lyon
ABSTAIN: None
Adopt "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASADENA
AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 10.45, SECTION 10.45.225 OF
THE PASADENA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING THE
PASADENA SOUTH LAKE METER ZONE (Ordinance No. 7438)
The ordinance above was adopted by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmember Hampton, Jones, Masuda, Rivas,
Williams, Vice Mayor Madison, Mayor Gordo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Lyon
ABSTAIN: None
Adopt "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF PASADENA
AMENDING TITLE 10, CHAPTER 10.40.140 OF THE PASADENA
MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING PARKING RESTRICTIONS IN
ALLEYS" (Ordinance No. 7439)
The ordinance above was adopted by the following vote:
] AYES: Councilmember Hampton, Jones, Masuda, Rivas,
Williams, Vice Mayor Madison, Mayor Gordo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Councilmember Lyon
ABSTAIN: None
CITY COUNCIL WORKSHOP ON THE PLANNING PROCESS
FOR THE RELINQUISHED 710 STUB PROPERTY
Recommendation: The agenda report is provided for informational purposes only; no action is required at this time.
City Clerk Jomsky reported that one letter providing comments on the 710-freeway stub project was received by the City Clerk's Office, distributed to the City Council, and posted online.
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Brenda Han/ey Williams, Assistant City Manager, provided introductory comments and introduced staff involved with the project.
Wendy Macias, Senior Project Manager, presented a Powerpoint presentation on the item, providing information on project oversight, the master plan scope of work, community engagement efforts, work performed by consultants, the Reconnecting Communities 710 Advisory Group, and the next steps of the project.
Vaughan Davies, Perkins Eastman consultant, presented
information on the project calendar and timeline, historical findings, scale findings, economic and development impacts, and Restorative Justice elements. Danny Parker, Chair of 710 Advisory Group, thanked the City Council, members of the Advisory Group, and City staff for their efforts on the project, and provided a brief update on the work performed by the Advisory Group.
Olden Denham, Pasadena resident, thanked the presenters and stated that the presentations were informative.
Alien Shay, Pasadena resident, advocated for the City Council to implement a policy that outlines how revenue from the sales of the recently acquired Caltrans properties back to the City would be used.
Rick Cole, Councilmember-elect representing District 2 and Pasadena resident, expressed support to connect the master plan with the City's mobility plan and advocated for the Planning Commission and the Transportation Advisory Commission to work with the 710 Advisory Group.
In response to Councilmember Jones' inquires regarding the Caltrans properties, Assistant City Manager Harvey-Williams stated that the State relinquished the properties back to Pasadena along with a $5 million grant for maintenance. She added that City staff and consultants are gathering sates records to identify the previous property owners. She also reported that the contract with Perkins Eastman was extended after discovering a much larger scope of properties. Councilmember Jones advocated for increased community outreach activities in Northwest Pasadena regarding these properties and previous owners.
Councilmember Hampton urged for the City staff to have the properties appraised, suggesting that a percentage of profits should be returned back to the families and individuals who originally gave up their properties as part of the State's imminent domain proceedings and actions. He also suggested having community outreach events and workshops in outdoor spaces to accommodate larger turnouts.
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ADJOURNMENT
ATTEST:
Vice Mayor Madison expressed concerns regarding the project timeline presented by Perkins Eastman, stating that the original schedule established by City staff and the City Council adopted at the beginning of the project is not meeting project goals and metrics.
He emphasized the need for greater urgency by the City and the need for working on project plans sooner rather than later.
In response to Councilmember Williams' inquiries regarding the endpoint of the 710 freeway, Assistant City Manager Harvey- Williams reported that staff is working closely with Caltrans to on modifying the interchange. Consultant Davies added that staff is considering various options, depending on traffic and vehicle patterns.
In response to Councilmember Rivas' inquiry regarding the future timeline once the master plan is in effect, Assistant City Manager Harvey-Williams noted that project deliverables depend on private development and financing structures, and stated that City staff is looking at financing models and analyzing infrastructure needs.
Consultant Vaughan stated that once the City establishes initial implementation mechanisms some aspects of the project may begin early.
In response to Mayor Gordo's inquires regarding the phasing timeline of the project, Consultant Davies clarified that Phase 1 is a feasibility analysis that began in Spring 2023, Phase 2 is the visioning plan which started in Spring 2024, and Phase 3 is the specific plan and infrastructure phase which is scheduled to start in Spring 2025.
Following discussion, on the order of the Mayor, and consensus of the City Council, the report was received and filed.
City Clerk Jomsky announced details for the upcoming Special Organizational Meeting on December 9, 2024.
On order of the Mayor, the regular meeting of the City Council adj(zfur1ped at 9:18 p.m.,
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