Tuesday, August 23, 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 Councilmember Elias
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Councilmember Camacho
SPECIAL PRESENTATION(S):
• Sheriffs Explorers Program presentation and Certificate of Achievement to Deputy Perez on his time with the City of Pico Rivera.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Jose Sanchez:
• Addressed the City Council regarding Item No. 11 Whittier Boulevard Overlay Project and the project end point at Durfee Avenue.
Lauren Talbott, Pico Rivera Library Manager:
• Addressed the City Council regarding upcoming library programs and events and the new hours of operation.
Johnny Torres, Soledad Enrichment Action Program Coordinator:
• Addressed the City Council regarding the Soledad Enrichment Action Program and their services offered.
Zita Rodriguez:
• Addressed the City Council regarding parking concerns on Durfee Avenue and the upcoming 45 -unit development.
Emmanuel Sandoval:
• Addressed the City Council regarding zoning concerns on the 255 -unit development at 8825 Washington Boulevard.
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CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS:
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City Council:
1. Minutes:
• Approved City Council regular meeting of August 9, 2022
2. Approved 3rd Warrant Register of the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year.
Check Numbers: 289994-290043; 290044-290090
Special Check Numbers: None
(700)
3. Second Reading — Adoption of Ordinance No. 1159 Amending Chapter 3.20 (Purchasing) and Ordinance No. 1160 Amending Chapter 3.48 (Informal Bidding for Public Projects) of the Pico Rivera Municipal Code. (700)
1. Waived second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 1159 amending Chapter 3.20 (Purchasing) of the Pico Rivera Municipal Code; and
2. Waived second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 1160 amending Chapter 3.48 (Informal Bidding for Public Projects) of the Pico Rivera Municipal Code.
Ordinance No. 1159 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 3.20
(PURCHASING) OF THE PICO RIVERA MUNICIPAL CODE (SECOND
READING AND ADOPTION)
Ordinance No. 1160 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 3.48
(INFORMAL BIDDING FOR PUBLIC PROJECTS) OF THE PICO RIVERA
MUNICIPAL CODE (SECOND READING AND ADOPTION)
4. Declaration for a Portion of Baybar Road as Exempt Surplus Land. (1300)
1. Approved Resolution No. 7220 declaring a portion of Baybar Road as exempt surplus land (surplus land that is a former street).
Resolution No. 7220 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING A PORTION OF
BAYBAR ROAD AS EXEMPT SURPLUS LAND (SURPLUS LAND THAT
IS A FORMER STREET)
5. Treasurer's Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of July 31, 2022. (700)
t _ Received and filed the Treasurer's Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of July 31, 2022.
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
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emergency; and (b) the following circumstances exist, (i) the state of emergency continues to directly impact the ability of 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. Community Events Funding Request from General Fund.
(700)
1. Approved a Budget Adjustment to appropriate $75,000 to the Recreation and Parks Special Events division for funding of the two-day Fiestas Patrias.
8. Smith Park Aquatic Center Renovation Project (CIP No. 50043) — Award Professional Services Agreement for Architect/Engineer Services. (500) This item was pulled from the consent calendar for further discussion and clarification.
9. City Fleet Vehicle Purchase.
(700)
1. Authorized the purchase of two (2) currently leased 2019 Toyota Prius L Eco hybrid vehicles (Unit Nos. 113 and 117) and associated sales tax and vehicle fees in the amount of $31,530 ($15,765 each);
2. Amended the fiscal year (FY) 2022-23 budget by appropriating $31,530 from the Air Quality Improvement Funds (Fund 200) fund balance to Account No. 200.40.4033-57300 to complete the purchase of Unit Nos. 113 and 117; and
3. Authorized the City Manager to execute the purchase agreement in a form acceptable to the City Attorney.
10. Emergency Storm Drain Repair at 8672 Pico Vista Road (CIP No. 50040) — Notice of Completion. (500)
1. Accepted the work as completed for the Emergency Storm Drain Repair at 8672 Pico Vista Road, CIP No. 50040 constructed by Sancon Technologies, Inc. and authorized the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the Los Angeles County Registrar -Recorder; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the purchase agreement in a form acceptable to the City Attorney.
11. Whittier Boulevard Overlay Project (CIP No. 21346) STPL-5351 (033); and Whittier Boulevard Landscape Median Improvements Project (CIP No. 30050) — Award Construction. (500)
1. Approved the plans and specifications for the Whittier Boulevard Overlay Project, CIP No. 21346, STPL-5351(033); and Whittier Boulevard Landscape Median Improvements Project, CIP No. 30050;
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2. Awarded a construction contract for a not -to -exceed amount of $1,847,753 to C.S. Legacy Construction, Inc. for the Whittier Boulevard Overlay Project, CIP No. 21346, STPL-5351(033); and Whittier Boulevard Landscape Median Improvements Project, CIP No. 30050; and authorized the City Manager to execute the contract 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 $332,600 (approximately 18% of the total contract amount) for construction contingency;
4. Amended the fiscal year (FY) 2022-23 adopted budget by appropriating additional funding in the amount of $585,000 in COP Funds (Fund 305) to Account No. 305.70.7300.54500-21346 from account 305.70.7300.54500- 50048; and
5. 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. 22-2116
Councilmember Lara inquired about the project phases. City Manager Carmona stated that the complete project will be done in two phases and includes Paramount Boulevard through the end of the City limits.
12. 10 -Day Report on the City of Pico Rivera's Car Wash Use Moratorium (Urgency Ordinance No. 1143) per Government Code Section 65858(d). (1300)
1. Received, filed, and issued a 10 -day report on Urgency Ordinance No. 1148 enacting a 10 month, 15 -day moratorium on car wash uses in the Community General, General Commercial, and Commercial
Manufacturing zones as required under Government Code Section 65858(d).
Motion by Councilmember Camacho, seconded by Councilmember Lara to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 9, 10, 11 and 12. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez
NOES: None
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR FURTHER CLARIFICATION:
8. Smith Park Aquatic Center Renovation Project (CIP No. 50043) — Award Professional Services Agreement for Architect/Engineer Services. (500) Councilmember Elias inquired about the inclusivity in the design options for the pool.
Councilmember Lara stated that the designs will be family oriented and include different options for the Community.
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Motion by Councilmember Lara, seconded by Councilmember Camacho to: 1) Award a Professional Services Agreement to Dahlin Group, Inc. to provide Architect/Engineer (A- E) services for design and construction support for all Tasks related to the Smith Park Aquatic Center Renovation Project, CIP No. 50043 for an amount not -to -exceed $359,000 for Tasks 1-3; and a fee to be mutually agreed upon and approved by City Council at a future date for Tasks 4-9, and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney; and 2) Authorize the Public Works Director to process change orders, as needed, in an amount not -to -exceed $53,850 (15% of the total contract amount for Tasks 1-3) for design contingency.
Agreement No. 22-2116
REGULAR AGENDA
: None
CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS: None
GOOD OF THE ORDER (INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGENCY MEETINGS, AB 1234 REPORTS, NEW BUSINESS, OLD BUSINESS):
Councilmember Camacho commented on the success of the Summer Street Fest held Friday, August 19, and advised residents to clear any standing water to reduce Mosquitos.
Councilmember Elias stated that the Parking AdHoc Committee will meet to discuss Durfee Avenue parking concerns and reported on West Nile Virus cases in Pico Rivera.
He asked for a future Whittier Dam update presentation by the Army Corp of Engineers and asked staff to look into a sink hole on Mines Avenue and Paramount Boulevard.
Councilmember Lara commented on the vetoed Senate Bill 57 by Governor Newsom and his concern with potential Substance Prevention Program facilities clinics in Pico Rivera.
Mayor Dr. Sanchez reported on her attendance at a Mayor's Roundtable event, a Futsal Demo by the Roldan brothers at Pico Park, and the City's baseball game trip to Dodger Stadium. She also commented on the following upcoming events: Fiestas Patrias on September 16th and the Sports Arena Drive Street Renaming on August 26th CLOSED SESSION(S):
ADJOURNMENT
None
Mayor Dr. Sanchez adjourned the City Council meeting at 6:52 p.m. in memory of Carmen Ramirez, Ventura County Board Supervisor. There being no objection it was so ordered.
AYES: Camacho, Elias, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez
NOES: None
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ATTEST:
Anna M. Jerome,
y 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 August 23, 2022 and approved by the City Council on September 13, 2022.
Anna M. Jerome, d Clerk
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