Tuesday, April 12, 2022
A Regular Meeting of the City Council and Water Authority was held in the Council Chamber, Pico Rivera City Hall, 6615 Passons Boulevard, Pico Rivera, California.
Mayor/President Dr. Sanchez called the regular meeting to order at 6:03 p.m. on behalf of the City Council and Water Authority.
PRESENT: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez
ABSENT: None
INVOCATION: Delivered by Councilmember Lara
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Eagle Scout Anthony Franco SPECIAL PRESENTATION(S):
• Certificate of Recognition presented to Eagle Scout Anthony Franco PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Lauren Talbott, Pico Rivera Library Manager:
• Addressed the City Council regarding the Library's upcoming events and activities.
The following speakers addressed the City Council regarding public parking concerns on Durfee Avenue and the north side of Pico Rivera:
• Rachel Duran
• Lorraine McGhghy
• Martin Morones, American Legion Post 341 Commander
Jose Sanchez:
• Addressed the City Council regarding the thumping, vibration and jolting on Rosemead Boulevard due to a trench repair.
In regard to Mr. Sanchez' public comment, Public Works Interim Director Rodrigue stated that the permanent repair to the trench on Rosemead Boulevard is expected to begin in two weeks once the current project with SiFi Network is complete.
Mayor Dr. Sanchez asked staff to look into the Durfee Avenue corridor uses to assist in the parking concerns addressed by the speakers.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS:
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City Council:
1. Minutes:
• Approved City Council meeting of March 22, 2022
2. Approved 16th Warrant Register of the 2021-2022 Fiscal Year. (700) Check Numbers: 289122-289132; 289133-289179; 289180-289228; 289229- 289279
Special Check Numbers: None
3. Approve a Five -Year General Services Agreement with Los Angeles County. (500)
1. Approved Resolution No. 7164 ratifying a five-year General Services Agreement (GSA) with Los Angeles County.
Resolution No. 7164 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A GENERAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FOR
A FIVE-YEAR PERIOD
Agreement No. 22-2079
4. Approve Amendment No. 2 and Amendment 3 to Contractual Services Agreement No. 19-1876 with Tanko Lighting, Inc. (500)
1. Approved Amendment No. 2 to Contractual Services Agreement No. 19- 1876 with Tanko Lighting, Inc. increasing the contract amount by $70,000;
2. Approved Amendment No. 3 and Exhibit B to Contractual Services Agreement No. 19-1876 with Tanko Lighting, Inc. for 3 years in the amount of $180,000 per year for Ongoing Operation and Maintenance services for the City's streetlight system; and
3. Authorized the City Manager to execute Amendments No. 2 and 3.
Agreement No. 19-1876-2 and 19-1876-3
5. Fiscal Year 2020-21 General Fund Year -End Surplus Allocation. (700)
1. Approved a Budget Adjustment allocating the fiscal year (FY) 2020-21 General Fund operating surplus of $8,025,393.
6. Approve an Increase in the Fiscal Year 2021-22 Purchase Order with Fiesta Taxi Incorporated for Paratransit Services in the Amount of $40,000. (700) Item was pulled from the Agenda.
Water Authority:
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7. Minutes:
• Approved Water Authority meeting of March 8, 2022
8. PFAS Treatment Systems — Plants 1, 2 and Well 5 Project (CIP No. 50042) — Award Construction. (500)
1. Approved the plans and specifications for the PFAS Treatment Systems — Plants 1, 2 and Well 5 Project, CIP No. 50042;
2. Awarded a construction contract for a not -to -exceed amount of $4,696,351.00 to Metro Builders & Engineers Group Ltd. (Metro Builders) for the PFAS Treatment Systems — Plants 1, 2 and Well 5 Project CIP No. 50042; and authorized the Executive Director to execute the contract agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney;
3. Authorized the Public Works Director to process change orders, as needed, in an amount not -to -exceed $469,635.00 (approximately 10% of the total contract amount) for construction contingency; and
4. Approved the Notice of Exemption (NOE) for the subject project and authorized the City Clerk to file the NOE with the County Recorder, in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
Agreement No. 22-60
Motion by Councilmember/Commissioner Camacho, seconded by Mayor Pro TemNice President Lutz to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 7, and 8. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez
NOES: None
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR FURTHER CLARIFICATION:
REGULAR AGENDA:
None
City Council:
9. Review and Approve a Resolution Defining Certain Policies Addressing and Clarifying Various Aspects and Functions of the City of Pico Rivera's City Council Practices and City Operations. (200)
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman provided a brief summary of the sections and whereas' outlined in the proposed resolution.
Motion by Councilmember Elias, seconded by Councilmember Lara to approve Resolution No. 7165 with the changes recommended at the March 22, 2022 City Council meeting. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
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Resolution No. 7165 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, DEFINING CERTAIN POLICIES
ADDRESSING AND CLARIFYING VARIOUS ASPECTS AND
FUNCTIONS OF THE CITY OF PICO RIVERA'S CITY COUNCIL
PRACTICES AND CITY OPERATIONS
AYES: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez
NOES: None
CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS:
City Manager Carmona stated that the City was awarded $5.8 Million in grant funds from the Water Replenishment District (WRD) for PFAS and showed a video highlighting the Pico Park Roldan Futsal Pitch Grand Opening event.
Office of Sustainability Manager McGee gave a brief PRIME Marketing Update presentation that included marketing outreach by the City, joint program marketing, the OHMConnect Co -Marketing Campaign and available rebate programs.
GOOD OF THE ORDER (INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGENCY MEETINGS, AB 1234 REPORTS, NEW BUSINESS, OLD BUSINESS):
Councilmember Lara reported that the South East Water Coalition has cancelled April meetings due to lack of business, requested for staff to begin coordinating the Youth Men's Conference and requested to agendize an item for discussion regarding Voting Districts for a future meeting, seconded by Councilmember Elias.
Councilmember Camacho commented on the Secretary of Education, Dr. Miguel Cardona's visit to Pico Rivera and the El Rancho Unified School District, the Citywide parking concerns and restrictions, and the upcoming Electronic Waste event hosted by the Pico Rivera Chamber of Commerce at Pico Park. He acknowledged the successful Re -Grand Opening of the Whittier Narrows Park, and the Youth Woman Empowerment Conference.
Councilmember Elias commented on the parking issues on Telegraph Road and suggested the creation of an Ad Hoc Committee to address citywide parking concerns.
He asked staff to look into a children's center in collaboration with Hope Community Church, suggested utilizing American Rescue Plan Act funds for road improvements for Sports Arena Drive and requested status on the Veterans Resource Center. In regard to the Veterans Resource Center, City Manager Carmona stated that center locations are being sought.
Mayor Dr. Sanchez directed staff to proceed with the advertisement seeking commissioners for the Veterans and Sister City Commission and created a Parking Ad Hoc Committee appointing Councilmember's Camacho and Elias. She asked that a Go -Getters Memorial presentation be presented at a future meeting.
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Mayor and City Council highlighted the following successful City events: Easter Eggstravaganza, Roldan Futsal Pitch Grand Opening and Pico Rivera Go -Getters Opening Day.
Recessed to Closed Session at 7:11 p.m.
ALL CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT
Reconvened from Closed Session at 8:33 p.m.
ALL CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT
CLOSED SESSION(S):
City Council:
a. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: APN 6374-017-028
Agency Negotiator Parties: Steve Carmona, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: Pamela A. Manookian
Under Negotiation: Price and terms
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman stated that City Council discussed the item, that no final action was taken and that there was nothing further to report. b. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: APN 6377-007-270
Agency Negotiator Parties: Steve Carmona, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: City of Montebello
Under Negotiation: Price and terms
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman noted that he recused himself from discussion. He stated that City Council discussed the item, that no final action was taken and that there was nothing further to report.
c. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: Baybar Road adjacent to 3900 Baybar Road
Agency Negotiator Parties: Steve Carmona, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: Centerpoint Properties Trust
Under Negotiation: Price and terms
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman stated that City Council discussed the item, that no final action was taken and that there was nothing further to report.
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d. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Name of Case: C.Manor v. City of Pico Rivera
Case No. 22 STCV07717
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman stated that City Council received a briefing, that no final action was taken and that there was nothing further to report. e. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Designated Representative: City Manager Steve Carmona, Human Resources Director Ryan Hudson and Interim Assistant City Manager/Administrative Services Director Angelina Garcia Employee Organizations: Service Employees International Union Local 721 Full- time, Part-time and Directors Units, and Confidential Employees Association City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman stated that City Council received a briefing, that no final action was taken and that there was nothing further to report. f. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE EVALUATION
Pursuant to Government Code Section 549567(b)(1)
Title: City Manager
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman stated that City Council received a briefing, that no final action was taken and that there was nothing further to report.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor/President Dr. Sanchez adjourned the City Council meeting at 8:35 p.m. There being no objection it was so ordered.
AYES: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez
NOES: None
ATTEST:
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Anna M. Jerome, City✓JClerk/Authority Secretary
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I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct report of the proceedings of the City Council/Water Authority regular meeting dated April 12, 2022 and approved by the City Council/Water Authority on April 26, 2022.
Anna M. Jerome, C.
Clerk/Authority Secretary