MINUTES
Tuesday, February 22, 2022
A Regular Meeting of the City Council was held in the Council Chamber, Pico Rivera City Hall, 6615 Passons Boulevard, Pico Rivera, California.
Mayor Dr. Sanchez called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. on behalf of the City Council.
PRESENT: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez
ABSENT: None
INVOCATION: Delivered by Mayor Pro Tem Lutz
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Councilmember Lara
SPECIAL PRESENTATION(S): None
PUBLIC HEARING(S):
City Council:
1. Public Hearing — Freeway Agreement with Caltrans for SB 1-605 Beverly Boulevard Interchange Improvement Project. (500)
Mayor Dr. Sanchez opened the public hearing and noted that there was no written communications or public comment cards to provide public testimony.
Councilmembers inquired about the quality of the project and the entrance to the freeway.
Interim Public Works Director Rodrigue stated that the entrance to the freeway will be a diamond configuration allowing for a Southbound 605 to a Westbound Beverly Boulevard movement providing a safer configuration to the freeway and the community.
He iterated to the City Council that this will be a quality project and that the City has been a participant with Caltrans in the project.
Mayor Dr. Sanchez closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Camacho, seconded by Councilmember Lara to: 1) Approve Resolution No. 7157 to ratify the Freeway Agreement with Caltrans for the SB 1-605 Beverly Boulevard Interchange Improvement Project; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to execute the Freeway Agreement. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
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Resolution No. 7157 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, TO ENTER INTO A FREEWAY
AGREEMENT WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION (STATE) FOR THE 1-605 FREEWAY FROM 0.5
MILE SOUTH OF BEVERLY BOULEVARD TO 0.9 MILE NORTH OF
ROSE RILLS ROAD
Agreement No. 07-LA-605-R13.9/R16.5
AYES: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez
NOES: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Lauren Talbott, Pico Rivera Community Library Manager:
• Addressed the City Council regarding post COVID-19 library protocols, schedules and upcoming library programs and events.
Edna Jimenez, Arellano Associates Deputy Project Manager:
• Addressed the City Council regarding the LA Metro Eastside Transit Corridor 2 project, extension of the current L Line.
Jose Sanchez:
• Addressed the City Council regarding the 605 Freeway Beverly Interchange.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS:
City Council:
2. Minutes:
• Approved City Council meeting of February 8, 2022
3. Approved 13th Warrant Register of the 2021-2022 Fiscal Year.
Check Numbers: 288867-288893; 288894-288931; 288933-288976 Special Check Numbers: 288932-288932
(700)
4. Approve a Resolution Adopting the Five -Year Strategic Plan for the City of Pico Rivera. (200)
1. Approved Resolution No. 7158 approving new mission, vision and values statements, City Council goals, and authorizing the implementation of the City of Pico Rivera Five -Year Strategic Plan.
Resolution No. 7158 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING NEW MISSION,
VISION AND VALUE STATEMENTS, CITY COUNCIL GOALS, AND
AUTHORIZING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF THE CITY'S FIVE-YEAR
STRATEGIC PLAN
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5. Planning Commission Appointment.
(300)
1. Approved Resolution No. 7159 approving Councilmember Camacho's appointment to the Planning Commission.
Resolution No. 7159 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING THE FOLLOWING CITY ELECTOR: JOHN GARCIA TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION
FOR A ONE YEAR AND TEN MONTH TERM SAID TO EXPIRE
DECEMBER 2023
6. Assembly Bill 361 Findings. (300)
1. Received and filed this report and made the following findings: (a) The City Council has reconsidered the circumstances of the state of emergency; and (b) the following circumstances exist, (i) the state of emergency continues to directly impact the ability of the members to meet safely in person and (ii) the City Council continues to provide measures such as remote or hybrid meeting participation to promote social distancing; and 2) Took such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
7. Treasurer's Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of January 31, 2022. (700)
1. Received and filed the Treasurer's Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of January 31, 2022.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Lutz, seconded by Councilmember Camacho to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 2 through 7. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez
NOES: None
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR FURTHER CLARIFICATION: None REGULAR AGENDA:
City Council:
8. Approve a Resolution Rescinding Resolution No. 7145 and Authorizing the City Manager to Make Certain Limited Adjustments to Customer Power Generation Rates for Pico Rivera Innovative Municipal Energy (PRIME). (1100)
At the request of City Council, City Manager Carmona stated that the following items were incorporated in the Resolution: 1) Reasonably determine that the rate adjustment is necessary for PRIME to avoid an operating deficit or surplus; 2) Reasonably determine that the rate is consistent with applicable law; 3) Reasonably determine that
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the rate adjustment is consistent with PRIME's implementation plan and other government documents and policies; 4) Provide an oral report to City Council when a rate adjustment occurs and provide written notice of the rate adjustment will be distributed to the affected customers; and 5) Reasonably determine that the rate adjustment shall not result in a five percent higher or lower than Southern California Edison total rate.
Councilmember Lara suggested creating a PRIME/Infrastructure Ad Hoc Committee.
Mayor Dr. Sanchez appointed Councilmembers Lara and Camacho to the committee.
Motion by Councilmember Camacho, seconded by Councilmember Lara to: 1) Rescind Resolution No. 7145; and 2) Approve Resolution No. 7160 granting the City Manager the power and authority to periodically make certain minor adjustments to Pico Rivera Innovative Municipal Energy power generation rates. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
Resolution No. 7160 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 7145 AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO MAKE CERTAIN
LIMITED ADJUSTMENTS TO CUSTOMER POWER GENERATION
RATES FOR PICO RIVERA INNOVATIVE MUNICIPAL ENERGY
AYES: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez
NOES: None
9. Discussion Item — Veterans Commission.
After some discussion regarding an Ad Hoc Committee and commission structure, direction was provided to take this item to an Ad Hoc Committee for further review and vetting of the commission structure and then brought to City Council at the next meeting for a vote.
10. Additional Discussion of the Consideration of Proceeding with the Independent Prosecution of Criminal Misdemeanors in the City of Pico Rivera by a City Prosecutor.
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman provided a presentation including the process to transfer prosecutorial authority from the Los Angeles County to the City's jurisdiction, relevant state law, fiscal impact to the City, and the possible next steps.
After some discussion amongst City Council, direction was provided to send this item to the Public Safety Ad Hoc Committee for further discussion.
11. Further Review Direction Regarding Possible Changes to the City's Code of Ethics.
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman provided a brief background on the item and the feedback previously received from the City Council.
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After some discussion it was decided to discuss which items to include in the code of ethics at the upcoming City Council retreat.
Direction was provided to the City Attorney to identify and include the following five topics: 1) Nepotism; 2) Revolving Door; 3) Conference Non -Attendance Repercussions; 4) Harassment Policies, and 5) Misdemeanor Crime Repercussions in the Code of Ethics and bring back to discuss during the upcoming City Council retreat.
CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS:
Community and Economic Development Director Garcia provided an update on the proposed development project on the property located at Beverly Boulevard and the 605 freeway including the proposed warehouse, bridge, and digital billboard, historic access issues, and the plan amendment.
Parks and Recreation Director Yugar reported on the grant awarded to the City of Pico Rivera by the Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District through the Acquisition Only Grant Program in the amount of $1,000,000 and the acquisition of the Montebello Bus Depot property.
City Manager Carmona played two videos highlighting Supervisor Janice Hahn's tour of Pico Rivera and the Senior Center Valentine Gram program.
GOOD OF THE ORDER (INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGENCY MEETINGS, AB 1234 REPORTS, NEW BUSINESS, OLD BUSINESS):
Councilmember Camacho reported on SEAACA's adoption program.
Mayor Pro Tem Lutz suggested a beautification Ad Hoc Committee as it relates to street medians.
Councilmember Lara reported on his attendance to the Whittier Police Memorial Ceremony in remembrance of fallen officer, Keith Boyer; and suggested designating the Pico Rivera Sports Arena as a federal historical site through the History and Heritage Society. He also requested new Council Chamber chairs, seconded by Councilmember Camacho.
Councilmember Elias requested updates on Resolution 09282021; Home Property Owners Protection resolution; Youth PRIDE Program donation; and the Veterans Resource Center MOU. City Manager Carmona stated that Resolution 09282021 and the Home Owners Protection resolution will be agendized for the next City Council meeting. Regarding the Veterans Resource Center MOU, City Manager Carmona stated that City staff, and Los Angeles County Supervisor Hahn, will follow-up with the County Library. In regard to the Youth PRIDE Program donation, Councilmember Lara suggested adding the donation to the City's financial surplus list. Councilmember Elias requested that staff look into a recognition for the Armenian Mesrobian School, and asked for City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman to prepare policies and procedures for
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grievance procedures, with City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman suggesting adding it to the Code of Ethics discussion at the City Council Retreat.
Mayor Dr. Sanchez asked Sheriffs Captain Hutak for a presentation on the PRIDE Program at a future meeting.
Mayor Dr. Sanchez appointed the following four (4) new Ad Hoc Committees: a Veterans Committee appointing herself and Councilmember Elias; a Parks and Open Spaces Committee appointing Councilmember's Camacho and Lara; a Community Beautification Committee appointing Mayor Pro Tem Lutz and Councilmember Lara; a PRIME/Infrastructure Committee appointing Councilmember's Camacho and Lara.
Mayor Dr. Sanchez continued the following three (3) Ad Hoc Committees: Community Services Committee re -appointing herself and appointing Mayor Pro Tem Lutz; Public Safety Committee re -appointing Mayor Pro Tem Lutz and appointing Councilmember Lara; and the Health and Wellness Committee re -appointing Councilmember Lara and appointing Councilmember Elias.
CLOSED SESSION(S):
ADJOURNMENT,
None
Mayor Dr. Sanchez adjourned the City Council meeting at 7:55 p.m. There being no objection it was so ordered.
AYES: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez
NOES: None
ATTEST:
Anna M. Jerome, C'/ Clerk
Dr. Monica Sanchez, Mayor
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct report of the proceedings of the City Council regular meeting dated February 22, 2022 and approved by the City Council on March 8, 2022.
Anna M. Jerome, C. Clerk
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