CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Tuesday, August 9, 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
Councilmember joined meeting via Zoom at 6:03 p.m.
INVOCATION: Delivered by Councilmember Camacho
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Captain Hutak
SPECIAL PRESENTATION(S):
• Certificate of Recognition presented to Captain Hutak for National Night Out • Proclamation presented to Tom and Alice Perez for their 65th Wedding Anniversary
• Certificate of Recognition presented to Pico Fastpitch 6U All Star Team on a Successful Season
PUBLIC HEARING(S):
City Council:
1. Public Hearing — Resolution Ordering the Vacation of a Portion of Baybar Road Referred to as Street Vacation No. 22-01. (1600)
Mayor Dr. Sanchez opened the public hearing and noted that there were no written communications or public comment cards to provide public testimony.
Mayor Dr. Sanchez closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Camacho, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lutz to approve Resolution No. 7215 ordering the vacation of a portion of Baybar Road referred to as Street Vacation No. 22.01. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
Resolution No. 7215 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE VACATION OF
A PORTION OF BAYBAR ROAD HEREIN REFERRED TO AS STREET
VACATION NO. 22.01
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AYES: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez
NOES: None
2. Public Hearing — Conditional Use Permit No. 751, Tentative Tract Map No. 83619, Major Variance No. 192, and Application Request by Warmington Residential to Develop a 45 -Unit Townhome Development on a 2.5 Acre Lot Located at 4820 Durfee Avenue. (1300)
Mayor Dr. Sanchez opened the public hearing and noted that there were no written communications to provide public testimony.
Oral Communication(s):
Hector and Alex Cervantes:
• Addressed the City Council to express concerns regarding the denial of an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) variance.
Councilmembers asked staff to look into the speaker's request for a variance and asked that any potential parking concerns be taken to the Ad Hoc Committee.
Mayor Dr. Sanchez closed the public hearing.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Lutz, seconded by Councilmember Elias to: 1) Approve Resolution No. 7216 ratifying Conditional Use Permit No. 751; 2) Approve Resolution No. 7217 ratifying Tentative Tract Map No. 83619; 3) Approve Resolution No. 7218 ratifying Major Variance No. 192; and 4) Adopt Categorical Exemption in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15332 of the CEQA guidelines for infill Development Projects. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
Resolution No. 7216 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING CONDITIONAL
USE PERMIT NO. 751 ALLOWING FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 45 UNIT RESIDENTIAL TOWNHOME DEVELOPMENT AT 4820 DURFEE
AVENUE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED IN ATTACHMENT "A"
ATTACHED HERETO
Resolution No. 7217 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING VESTING
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 83619 TO CREATE 45 TOWNHOMES IN
THE MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL VARIABLE DENSITY ZONE (R - M) ON A 2.5 ACRE SITE AT 4820 DURFEE AVENUE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED IN ATTACHMENT "A" ATTACHED HERETO
Resolution No. 7218 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A REQUEST FOR
A MAJOR VARIANCE TO DEVIATE FROM DEVELOPMENT
STANDARDS TO ALLOW FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A 45 UNIT
RESIDENTIAL TOWNHOME DEVELOPMENT AT 4820 DURFEE
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AVENUE SPECIFICALLY DESCRIBED IN ATTACHMENT "A"
ATTACHED HERETO AND FURTHER DESIGNATED AS MAJOR
VARIANCE PERMIT NO. 192
AYES: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez
NOES: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Pastor Drew Koen, Hope Community Church:
• Addressed the City Council regarding the church Summer activities and events.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS:
City Council:
3. Minutes:
• Approved City Council regular meeting of July 12, 2022, and Special meeting of July 26, 2022
• Planning Commission meetings of March 18, 2019, March 1, 2021, May 17, 2021, April 4, 2022, and April 18, 2022
4. Approved 2" Warrant Register of the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year. (700) Check Numbers: 289817-289865; 289866-289880; 289881-289904; 289905- 289965; 289966-289993
Special Check Numbers: None
5. Mayor's Appointment of Parks and Recreation Ex -Officio. (300)
1. Approve Resolution No. 7219 ratifying the Mayor's appointment of Ellie Mejia as Ex -Officio to the Parks and Recreation Commission.
Resolution No. 7219 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING AN EX -OFFICIO MEMBER: ELLIE MEJIA TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSION FOR AN ELEVEN MONTH TERM SAID TO EXPIRE
JUNE 2023
6. Fourth Quarter Treasurer's Report and the Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of June 30, 2022 — Fiscal Year 2021-2022. (500)
1. Receive and file the Treasurer's Report for the quarter ending June 30, 2022, which represents balances and activities for the fourth quarter (April through June) of the 2021-22 fiscal year;
2. Received and filed the Treasurer's Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of June 30, 2022; and
3. Authorized the Assistant City Manager, in her role as City Treasurer, to transfer $5.0 million from the City's Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF)
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account to the City of Pico Rivera's Investment Portfolio managed by Chandler Asset Management.
7. Award Contractual Services Agreement to ABM Building Solutions, LLC.
For Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Maintenance. (500)
1. Awarded a Contractual Services Agreement to ABM Building Solutions, LLC to provide Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) maintenance services for various City -owned facilities for an annual amount not -to -exceed $127,340 (One Hundred Twenty -Seven Thousand Three Hundred Forty Dollars) and for a term of three (3) years with two additional one-year options to extend; and
2. Authorized the Mayor to execute the agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Agreement No. 22-2114
8. Approve Amendment No. 1 to SWPP Queen Inc. Professional Services Agreement No. 21-2040. (500)
1. Approved Amendment No. 1 to SWPP Queen Inc. Professional Services Agreement No. 21-2040, for one year in an amount not to exceed $312,000 (and extend the term to June 30, 2023, with three (3) one-year options for services related to the Construction Management Division of the Public Works Department;
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Professional Services Agreement Amendment in a form approved by the City Attorney; and
3. Amended the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget by increasing the Revenue Account (100.00.0000-47630 — Cost Reimbursements Non-CIP) in the amount of $130,000 and Expense Account (100.40.4010-54500) in the amount of $130,000 for the anticipated revenues and costs associated with the development agreement with SiFi Networks for the citywide fiber optic installation project.
Agreement No. 21-2040-1
9. Approve Amendment No. 2 to TJR Consulting LLC, Professional Services Agreement No. 21-2023. (500)
1. Approved Amendment No. 2 to TJR Consulting LLC., Professional Services Agreement No. 21-2023, in an amount not to exceed $150,000 and extend the term to June 30, 2023, for services related to the Public Works Department; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Professional Services Agreement Amendment in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Agreement No. 21-2023-2
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Motion by Councilmember Camacho, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lutz to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 3 through 9. 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:
City Council:
None
10. An Ordinance Amending Chapter 3.20 (Purchasing) and an Ordinance Amending Chapter 3.48 (Informal Bidding for Public Projects) of the Pico Rivera Municipal Code. (700)
City Manager Carmona provided a summary of the item.
Motion by Councilmember Camacho, seconded by Councilmember Lara to: 1) Introduce and waive the first reading of Ordinance No. 1159 amending Chapter 3.20 (Purchasing) of the Pico Rivera Municipal Code; and 2) Introduce and waive the first reading of Ordinance No. 1160 amending Chapter 3.48 (Informal Bidding for Public Projects) of the Pico Rivera Municipal Code. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz; Sanchez
NOES: None
11. Request for Approval of Professional Services Agreement with New City America, Inc. for Property -Based Improvement District or Community Benefit District Formation Services. (500)
Councilmembers discussed creating local jobs for residents and expressed their support for this item.
Motion by Councilmember Camacho, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lutz to: 1) Award a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) to New City America, Inc. to provide Property - Based Improvement District or Community Benefit District consulting services for an amount not -to -exceed $98,000; and 2) Authorize the Mayor to execute the PSA with New City America, in a form approved by the City Attorney for a term of one (1) year.
Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
Agreement No. 22-2115
AYES: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz; Sanchez
NOES: None
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CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS:
City Manager Carmona highlighted a video showcasing the successful Summer Street Fest/National Night Out event where State Officials provided the City with a $17 million dollar check. He also provided an update on the Virtual City Hall and announced the citywide sweepstakes as well as reminded City Council and the residents about the City Manager Monthly reports available on-line.
GOOD OF THE ORDER (INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGENCY MEETINGS, AB 1234 REPORTS, NEW BUSINESS, OLD BUSINESS):
Mayor Pro Tem Lutz reported on the Ad Hoc Committee meeting where El Rancho Unified School District Superintendent Dr. Rivera and School Board member Mejia were present to discuss school safety and additional school resource officer funding.
Councilmember Camacho suggested inviting the new school Superintendent Dr. Rivera to a future City Council meeting. He asked staff to look into how to utilize the two potential property acquisitions on Durfee Avenue and for an update on the Whittier Boulevard Revitalization project, Dog Park, Rio Hondo Park and Smith Park Pool project. Regarding the Whittier Boulevard Revitalization project, Public Works Interim Director Rodrigue stated that the project will be coming before City Council to award on August 23, 2022, and that construction is estimated to begin mid -September. In regard to the Dog Park and Rio Hondo Park, Parks and Recreation Director Yugar stated the RFP's will be going out to bid in the near future and as it relates to the pool project the design contract will be brought before the City Council for approval on August 23, 2022.
Councilmember Elias stated that the Sports Arena is rated number three (3) for Latino entertainment and suggested investing in road repair for the Sports Arena venue. He reported on a business meeting that he and Councilmember Lara attended between Brujeria Brewery and the American Legion where parking concerns on Durfee Avenue and the scheduling of events were discussed. He asked if local non -profits participate in the loan program to which Community and Economic Development Director Garcia responded in the affirmative.
Councilmember Lara reported that at the Southeast Water Coalition (SEWC) meeting a litigation update was provided and added that at the joint meeting with the El Rancho Unified School Board Members and Mayor Pro Tem Lutz, a joint retreat and future collaboration between the school district and the City was discussed. He requested to form an Ad Hoc Committee to discuss a Potential Car show event on Durfee Avenue with the American Legion, seconded by Councilmember Elias.
Councilmembers commented on the success of the City's Summer Street Fest and National Night Out event.
Mayor Dr. Sanchez reported on her attendance to a Water Education for Latino Leaders Summit held at the Pico Rivera Golf Course, the Feria de Nayarit event at the Pico Rivera Sports Arena and the City's Fiscal Annual Audit. She commented on the upcoming Metro Gold Line Public Hearing; on the newly appointed Parks and
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Recreation Ex -Officio, Ellie Mejia; and on the upcoming first day of school for the El Rancho Unified School District.
Recessed to Closed Session at 7:22 p.m.
ALL CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT
Reconvened from Closed Session at 8:10 p.m.
ALL CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT
CLOSED SESSION(S):
a. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
One Matter
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman stated that City Council received a briefing, no final action was taken and that there was nothing further to report. b. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
One Matter
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman stated that City Council received a briefing, no final action was taken and that there was nothing further to report. c. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Designated Representative: City Manager Steve Carmona, Assistant City Manager/Interim 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 and that direction was provided to bring one (1) of the MOUs to a future meeting for approval.
No final action was taken and there was nothing further to report.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Dr. Sanchez adjourned the City Council meeting at 8:12 p.m. in memory of Mario Ramirez, Rafael Zuniga, and Al Macias. There being no objection it was so ordered.
AYES: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez
NOES: None
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Dr. Monica Sanchez, May
ATTEST:
Anna M. Jerome, Cit
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct report of the proceedings of the City Council regular meeting dated August 9, 2022 and approved by the City Council on August 23, 2022.
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Anna M. Jerome, C' Clerk
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