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CITY COUNCIL
MINUTES
Tuesday, February 28, 2023
A Regular Meeting of the City Council and the Housing Assistance Agency was held in the Council Chamber, Pico Rivera City Hall, 6615 Passons Boulevard, Pico Rivera, California.
Mayor/Chairman Lutz called the regular meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. on behalf of the City Council and the Housing Assistance Agency.
PRESENT: Camacho, Garcia, Lara, Sanchez, Lutz
ABSENT: None
INVOCATION: Delivered by Councilmember Dr. Sanchez
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Captain Hutak
SPECIAL PRESENTATION(S):
• Proclamation — Lucille Martinez
PUBLIC HEARING:
Housing Assistance Agency:
1. Public Hearing — Pico Rivera Housing Assistance Agency Revision of the Family Self -Sufficiency (FSS) Action Plan. (1600)
Chairman Lutz opened the public hearing and noted that there were no written communications or public comment cards to provide public testimony.
Commissioner Garcia suggested recognizing those participants that completed the program at a future meeting.
Chairman Lutz closed the public hearing.
Motion by Commissioner Camacho, seconded by Commissioner Lara to: 1) Approve Resolution No. HA -105 finding that the approval of the attached resolution is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the State CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3 15061(b)(3), because the activity is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment and it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the approval of this resolution may have a significant effect on the environment and none of the exceptions under Section 15300.2 apply; and 2) Approve the revised Pico Rivera Housing Assistance Agency's Family Self -Sufficiency (FSS) Action Plan. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
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Resolution No. HA -105 A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING
ASSISTANCE AGENCY, APPROVING THE PICO RIVERA HOUSING
ASSISTANCE AGENCY FAMILY SELF-SUFFICIENCY (FSS) ACTION
PLAN FOR THE HOUSING CHOICE VOUCHER (SECTION 8)
PROGRAM
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lara, Sanchez, Lutz
NOES: None
2. Public Hearing — Housing Assistance Agency (Section 8) 5 -Year Public Housing Agency (PHA) Plan 2020-2025 Significant Amendment. (1600) Chairman Lutz opened the public hearing and noted that there were no written communications or public comment cards to provide public testimony.
Chairman Lutz closed the public hearing.
Motion by Commissioner Camacho, seconded by Commissioner Lara to: 1) Approve Resolution No. HA -106 finding that the approval of the attached resolution is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the State CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3 15061(b)(3), because the activity is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing a significant effect on the environment and it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the approval of this resolution may have a significant effect on the environment and none of the exceptions under Section 15300.2 apply; 2) Approve the Housing Assistance Agency Section 8 Program 5 -Year PHA Plan for 2020-2025 Significant Amendment; and 3) Authorize the submittal of the Civil Rights Certification form to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
Resolution No. HA -106 A RESOLUTION OF THE HOUSING
ASSISTANCE AGENCY, APPROVING SUBMITTAL OF THE PICO
RIVERA HOUSING ASSISTANCE AGENCY SIGNIFICANT
AMENDMENT TO THE FIVE-YEAR AGENCY PLAN FOR 2020-2025
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lara, Sanchez, Lutz
NOES: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
John N. Soto:
• Addressed the City Council to express concerns regarding loud music nuisance at the Pico Rivera Golf Course.
Maria A. Soto:
• Addressed the City Council to express concerns regarding loud music nuisance at the Pico Rivera Golf Course.
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Jose Sanchez:
• Addressed the City Council regarding Agenda Item No. 11, Public Safety Coordinator.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
City Council:
3. Minutes:
• Approved City Council regular meeting of February 14, 2023 and City Council special meeting of February 10, 2023.
4. Approved 12th Warrant Register of the 2022-2023 Fiscal Year. (700) Check Numbers: 291058-291154
Special Check Numbers: None
5. Approve a Resolution Rescinding No. 7054 Which Declared and Proclaimed the Existence of a Local Emergency Due to COVID-19. (900)
1. Approved Resolution No. 7256 rescinding Resolution No. 7054, which declared in the City of Pico Rivera and proclaimed the existence of a local emergency due to the effects of the COVID-19 virus and the effects and impact upon the operations of the City; and
2. Take such additional, related, action that may be desirable.
Resolution No. 7256 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 7054, DECLARED AND PROCLAIMED THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL
EMERGENCY IN THE CITY OF PICO RIVERA DUE TO COVID-19
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6. Adoption of the 2023 Pico Rivera Legislative Platform. (100)
1. Adopted the 2023 Pico Rivera Legislative Platform that will guide the City's legislative priorities and funding pursuits at the local, regional, state, and federal levels of government.
7. Treasurer's Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of January 31, 2023. (700)
1. Received and filed the Treasurer's Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of January 31, 2023.
8. Beverly Boulevard Traffic Signal Synchronization Program, CIP No. 21354 — Cooperative Agreement with County of Los Angeles. (500)
1. Approve a cooperative agreement with County of Los Angeles for the share cost of the design and construction of the Beverly Boulevard Traffic Signal Synchronization Program, CIP No. 21354; and
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2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Agreement No. 23-2161
9. Historic Whittier Boulevard Bike and Pedestrian Bridge (Non-CIP No. 30056) — Award Professional Services Agreement for Engineering Services. (500)
1. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement to BKF Engineers to provide an engineering feasibility study for the Historic Whittier Boulevard Bike Plan, (Non-CIP No. 30056) for an amount not -to -exceed $248,425 and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney; and
2. Amended the fiscal year (FY) 2022-23 adopted budget by appropriating $20,000 in Measure R (Fund 207) to Account No. 207.70.7300.54500- NonC I P30056.
Agreement No. 23-2162
Housing Assistance Agency:
10. Minutes:
• Approved Housing Assistance Agency regular meeting of September 13, 2022
Motion by Counciimemberfc;ommissioner Camacho, seconded by Mayor Pro TemNice Chairman Lara to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos.1 through 10. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lara, Sanchez, Lutz
NOES: None
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR FURTHER CLARIFICATION:
REGULAR AGENDA:
City Council:
11. Public Safety Coordinator.
None
(200)
City Manager Carmona provided a brief presentation covering the purpose of the pilot program, a summary of the goals and objectives and the next steps in the process.
City Council expressed their support for this item and commented on the use of Measure AB funds and that the Public Safety Coordinator would be a City liaison for local and County agencies.
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Motion by Councilmember Camacho, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Lara to authorize the City Manager to establish a pilot program to explore the best use of a Public Safety Coordinator. This position should be filled by a Public Safety expert responsible for providing the City with recommendations and processes to ultimately enhance public safety outcomes in the community while coordinating efforts between law enforcement and community stakeholders. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lara, Sanchez, Lutz
NOES: None
CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS:
City Manager Carmona commented that the City of Montebello approved the sale of the Montebello bus depot property and that the Los Angeles Metro Board approved the building of a Metrolink station in Pico Rivera.
Management Analyst Garcia gave a presentation on ZenCity including an overview of the City's partnership with ZenCity, key features such as sentiment analysis, trends, and popular words, the City's current social media following statistics, general conversations at a glance, and internet and social media topic insight.
GOOD OF THE ORDER (INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGENCY MEETINGS, AB 1234 REPORTS, NEW BUSINESS, OLD BUSINESS):
Councilmember Camacho commented on the Pico Rivera Boys and Girls Club Ribbon Cutting ceremony.
Mayor Pro Tem Lara reported on a recent Infrastructure AdHoc Committee meeting where they discussed median improvements, grants received and a potential Quality Improvement Coordinator position.
Councilmember Dr. Sanchez commented on the Pad Park Project presentation at the bus depot located on Passons Boulevard and Jackson Street. She acknowledged that Congresswoman Sanchez provided the City with a $1 million dollar check for the project.
City Council commented on the Pico Rivera 2035 Community Town Hall meetings.
Mayor Lutz commented on his attendance to the Los Angeles County City Selection Committee meeting, the Grand Opening of the El Chilito Restaurant and a meeting with the Mayor of San Luis Potosi, Enrique Galindo regarding an exchange program for students. Mayor Lutz suggested a feasibility study on the acquisition of the Marine Corps. property and established the Marine Corps Base Ad Hoc Committee appointing Councilmember Dr. Sanchez and himself to the committee.
Recessed to Closed Session at 6:46 p.m.
ALL CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT
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Reconvened from Closed Session at 6:59 p.m.
ALL CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT
CLOSED SESSION(S):
a. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Designated Representative: City Manager Carmona, Human Resources Director Shirinian, and Assistant City Manager Garcia
Employee Organization: Service Employee International Union Local 721 Directors Unit
Deputy City Attorney Lam stated that City Council received a briefing and direction was provided to City staff. No final action was taken and that there was nothing further to report.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor/Chairman Lutz adjourned the City Council and Housing Assistance Agency meeting at 7:00 p.m. in memory of Bishop David G. O'C nnell former Associate Pastor of St. Hilary Church. There being no objection it was so o�dered.
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lara, Sanchez, Lutz
NOES: None
ATTEST:
Erik Lutz, Mayor/Chairma`
Anna M. Jerome, Cfy Clerk/Agency Secretary
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct report of the proceedings of the City Council and Housing Assistance Agency regular meeting dated February 28, 2023 and approved by the City Council and Housing Assistance Agency on March 14, 2023.
Anna M. Jerome, C. lerk/Agency Secretary
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