MINUTES
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
A Regular Meeting of the City Council was held in the Council Chamber, Pico Rivera City Hall, 6615 Passons Boulevard, Pico Rivera, California.
Mayor Lara called the regular meeting to order at 6:02 p.m. on behalf of the City Council.
PRESENT: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
ABSENT: None
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT:
• Kimberly Garcia, Parks and Recreation Commission
• Ana Rosa Ascencio, Sister City Commission
INVOCATION: Delivered by Mayor Lara
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia
PUBLIC HEARING:
City Council:
1. Public Hearing — Interim Warehouse Urgency Ordinance Adopting a 45 -Day Moratorium on the Establishment, Expansion, Intensification, or Modification of Warehouses, Distribution Centers, and Related Land Uses in all Industrial Zones. (1300)
This Public Hearing item was pulled from the Agenda and continued to a future meeting.
2. Public Hearing — Zone Code Amendment No. 194 — An Update to the Zoning Ordinance Reflecting Required Amendments by the State Department of Housing and Urban Development after Final Review of the Sixth Cycle 2021-2029 Housing Element. (1600)
Mayor Lara opened the public hearing and noted that there were no written or oral communications to provide public testimony:
Mayor Lara closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Camacho, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia to: 1) Approve Resolution No. 7316 approving Zone Code Amendment No. 194 amending the Zoning Code to meet State mandated requirements; 2) Introduce and waive the first reading of an ordinance amending Title 18, Zoning, of the Pico Rivera Municipal Code herein as Zone Code Amendment No. 194; and 3) Found the Project categorically
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exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
Resolution No. 7316 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AMENDMENTS TO TITLE 18 ZONING OF THE PICO RIVERA MUNICIPAL CODE FOR
CONSISTENCY WITH THE SIXTH CYCLE HOUSING ELEMENT
DESIGNATED HEREIN AS ZONE CODE AMENDMENT NO. 194
Ordinance No. 1182 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING TITLE 18 ZONING
OF THE PICO RIVERA MUNICIPAL CODE INCLUDING TABLE
18.42.040 PROPERTY DEVELOPMENT CHART AND SECTION
18.42.050 SPECIAL USE CONDITIONS AND CHART NOTES AS
HEREIN REFERRED T AS ZONE CODE AMENDMENT NO. 194 (FIRST
READING AND INTRODUCTION)
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
NOES:. None
3. Public Hearing — Approve an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Tierra Mia Coffee Company to Negotiate the Sale and Purchase of 9003 Beverly Boulevard. (600)
Mayor Lara opened the public hearing and noted that there were no written or oral communications to provide public testimony.
Tierra Mia Coffee Company Founder and President, Ulysses Romero and Chief Executive Officer, Steven Olivas provided a presentation including the Company's history and mission, leadership and management, business approach, Statewide recognition, case study locations, and conceptual site plans for the Pico Rivera secondary location.
City Council discussed the aesthetic theme options, parking concerns, and the City's current facade standards and expressed their support for the project.
Mayor Lara closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Dr. Sanchez, seconded by Councilmember Lutz to approve Resolution No. 7317 approving an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (ENA) with Tierra Mia Coffee Company to negotiate the sale and purchase of 9003 Beverly Boulevard (Assessor Parcel No. 8121-003-902). Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
Resolution No.7317 A RESOLUTION OF THE" CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, TO APPROVE AN EXCLUSIVE
NEGOTIATION AGREEMENT WITH TIERRA MIA COFFEE COMPANY
TO NEGOTIATE THE SALE AND PURCHASE OF " CERTAIN CITY-
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OWNED REAL PROPERTY IDENTIFIED AS 9003 BEVERLY
BOULEVARD (APN: 8121-003-902)
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
NOES: None
4. Public Hearing — A Resolution Authorizing and Adopting the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Plan for the PLHA Program. (1600) Mayor Lara opened the public hearing and noted that there were no written or oral communications to provide public testimony.
Mayor Lara closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Lutz, seconded by Councilmember Camacho to approve Resolution No. 7318 authorizing and adopting the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) plan for the PLHA Program. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
Resolution No. 7318 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING AND ADOPTING
THE PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION PLAN FOR THE
PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION PROGRAM
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
NOES: None
5. Public Hearing — General Plan Amendment No. 62 — Adoption of State Required Updates to the 2021-2029 Housing Element. (1600) Mayor Lara opened the public hearing and noted that there were no written or oral communications to provide public testimony.
Mayor Lara closed the public hearing.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia, seconded by Councilmember Lutz to approve Resolution No. 7319 ratifying General Plan Amendment No. 62. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
Resolution No. 7319 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING GENERAL PLAN
AMENDMENT NO. 62 AMENDING THE SIXTH CYCLE 2021-2029
HOUSING ELEMENT AS REQUESTED BY THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
NOES: None
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PUBLIC COMMENTS:
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman reminded speakers that Public Hearing Item No. 1 Interim Warehouse Urgency Ordinance was pulled from the Agenda and stated that no action will be taken today on the item.
Madame City Clerk Ayala noted there was one written comment received from Chris Wilsonin opposition of pulled Public Hearing Item No. 1 Interim Warehouse Urgency Ordinance and expressed specific concems.
Ken Livadas:
• Addressed the City Council expressing his opposition for the pulled Public Hearing Item No. 1 Interim Warehouse Urgency Ordinance and expressed specific concerns.
Alex Steele:
• Addressed the City Council expressing his opposition for the pulled Public Hearing Item No. 1 Interim Warehouse Urgency Ordinance and expressed specific concerns.
Arthur Castanon:
• Addressed the City Council requesting additional Senior Center hours of operation.
Virginia Martinez:
• Addressed the City Council requesting additional Senior Center hours of operation and adjusting the hours for coffee from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 a.m.
Fred Zermeno, on behalf of the Office of Senator Bob Archuleta:
• Addressed the City Council to express his support for item No. 8 Resolution Designating the City of Pico Rivera a Purple Heart City.
Ruben Valencia:
• Addressed the City Council to express his support for item No. 8 Resolution Designating the City of Pico Rivera a Purple Heart City.
Yolanda G.:
• Addressed the City Council to express her support for item No. 8 Resolution Designating the City of Pico Rivera a Purple Heart City.
Fernando Centeno, Sister City Association:
• Addressed the City Council to express his support for Item No. 9, Invitation from the City of Chapala, Jalisco, Mexico to become a Sister City with the City of Pico Rivera.
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David Angelo, Sister City Association:
• Addressed the City Council regarding a letter from the Mayor of the City of Chapala, Jalisco, Mexico.
Fernando Islas:
• Addressed the City Council regarding the ceasefire Resolution No. HR786.
Lauren Talbott, Pico Rivera Library Manager:
• Addressed the City Council regarding library updates and upcoming events for the month of March.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS:
City Council:
6. Minutes:
• Approved City Council regular meeting of February 13, 2024
7. Approved 11th Warrant Register of the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year. (700) Check Numbers: 293865-293954
Special Check Numbers: 13279, 13309
8. Approve a Resolution Designating the City of Pico Rivera as a Purple Heart City. (200)
This item was pulled from the consent calendar for further discussion and clarification.
9. Accept an Invitation from the City of Chapala, Jalisco, Mexico, to become a Sister City with the City of Pico Rivera. (300)
1. Approved Resolution No. 7321 accepting the invitation from the City of Chapala, Jalisco, Mexico, to become a Sister City with the City of Pico Rivera.
Resolution No. 7321 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE INVITATION
FROM THE CITY OF CHAPALA, JALISCO, MEXICO, TO BECOME A
SISTER CITY
10. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 23-2214 with Hinderliter, De Llamas and Associates for Sales, Use and Transaction Tax Audit Recovery Services. (500)
1. Approved Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 23-2214 with Hinderliter, De Llamas and Associates (HdL), to provide sales, use, and transaction tax audit services for an additional amount of $171,000 for a new contracted total not -to -exceed amount of $221,000; and
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2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the proposed Amendment No. 1 in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Agreement No. 23-2214-1
11. Award a Professional Services Agreement with CivicWell for Project Management Support Services for the Rosemead/Lakewood Boulevard Complete Corridor Project. (500)
1. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney to CivicWell to provide professional project management support, project coordination, community outreach, engagement, and communication services for the Rosemead/Lakewood Boulevard Complete Corridor Project, Non-CIP No. 30059, for an amount not -to - exceed $110,000, and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement.
Agreement No. 24-2290
12. Treasurer's Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of January 31, 2024. (700)
1. Received and filed the Treasurer's Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of January 31, 2024.
13. Vehicle Replacement — Purchase of Two (2) 2024 Toyota RAV4 Vehicles for the Public Works Department. (700)
1. Authorized the purchase of two (2) 2024 Toyota RAV4 LE, Front Wheel Drive, 8 -speed automatic transmission, in the • aggregate amount of $66,685 from Toyota of Whittier; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute all documents related to the purchase of the recommended vehicles.
Motion by Councilmember Camacho, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 6, 7, 9, 10, 11, 12, and 13. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
NOES: None
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR FURTHER CLARIFICATION:
8. Approve a Resolution Designating the City of Pico Rivera as a Purple Heart City. (200)
Mayor Lara requested a brief presentation on the history of the designation. Parks and Recreation Director Yugar provided a synopsis on the inception of the Purple Heart designation.
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City Council recognized the Veteran residents in the audience.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia, seconded by Mayor Lara to: 1) Approve Resolution No. 7320 designating the City of Pico Rivera as a Purple Heart City; and 2) Authorize the City Manager or designee to explore possible landmarks recognizing the City as a Purple Heart City. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
Resolution No. 7320 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE CITY OF
PICO RIVERA AS A PURPLE HEART CITY
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
NOES: None
REGULAR AGENDA:
14. Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2023, and Fiscal Year 2022-23 General Fund Year -End Results. (700) Assistant City Manager Garcia provided a brief presentation covering fiscal year (FY) 2022-23 accomplishments, General Fund Year -End Results, FY 2021-22 versus FY 2022-23 Actuals, and announced the FY 2023-25 Biennial Budget Accomplishment.
City Council recognized the City of Pico Rivera Administrative Services department and welcomed Interim Administrative Services Director Kenneth Louie.
Motion by Councilmember Lutz, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia to: 1) Receive and file the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report, fiscal year (FY) ending June 30, 2023; 2) Approve Budget Transfers that allocate the FY 2022-23 Unassigned General Fund Balance of $202,840; and 3) Approve a General Fund allocating the remaining FY 2022-23 Unassigned General Fund Balance of $4,089,702 towards vehicle purchases, the Smith Park Turf Replacement, and Measure AB Revenue Replacement. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
NOES: None
CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS:
Public Works Director Negrete provided a brief update on the Major Corridor Median Project consisting of the following major corridors: Slauson Avenue, Paramount Boulevard, Washington Avenue and Whittier Boulevard and confirmed that the monument sign on Whittier Boulevard will be re -installed as part of the Major Corridor Median Project. He also provided an update on the Rosemead Boulevard Median Beautification Project which commences next week and the Mines Avenue Project with the grinding phase anticipated to begin next week.
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GOOD OF THE ORDER (INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGENCY MEETINGS , AB 1234 REPORTS, NEW BUSINESS, OLD BUSINESS):
Councilmember Camacho commented on Agenda Item No. 9 Invitation from the City of Chapala, Jalisco, Mexico to become a Sister City with the City of Pico Rivera.
Councilmember Dr. Sanchez mentioned the Tee It Up Initiative by Supervisor Janice Hahn in partnership with Latina Golfers and the Pico Rivera Woman's Soroptimist Tea event.
Mayor Pro Tem Garcia commented on the recent Woman's Club Luncheon, the Job Fair held at Pico Park, the Pico Rivera Go-Getter's Softball Team's first practice, the Senior Center's Grand Reopening dance, Cafecito Con Amigos event and the Historic Whittier Boulevard Stakeholder Review Session.
City Council commented on the Pico Rivera Youth Center Renovation Project Groundbreaking ceremony.
Mayor Lara reported on a Sanitation District meeting he attended, which included discussions about the recent rainstorms and the amount of water captured. He also commented on the Slauson Avenue and Rosemead Boulevard beautification projects.
Recessed to Closed Session at 7:56 p.m.
ALL CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT
Reconvened from Closed Session at 8:29 p.m.
ALL CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT
CLOSED SESSION(S):
a_ . CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISITING LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Pico Water District vs City of Pico Rivera
Los Angeles County Superior Court Case No. 22NWCV00967
City_Attorney Alvarez-Glasman stated that direction was provided to the City Attorney's office to reject proposal by a unanimous vote. No final action was taken and 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 direction was provided to the City Attorney's office to reject proposal by a unanimous vote. No final action was taken and there was nothing further to report.
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c. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Pursuant to Govemment 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 Full-time, Part-time and Directors Units, and Confidential Employees Association City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman stated that this item was not discussed and will come before City Council at a future meeting. No final action was taken and that there was nothing further to report.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Lara adjourned the City Council meeting at 8:30 p.m. There being no objection it was so ordered.
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
NOES: None
Andrew C. Lara, Mayor
ATTEST:,
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Gynthia Aya(; CN1C, City Clerk
I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct report of the proceedings of the City Council regular meeting dated February 27, 2024 and approved by the City Council on March 12, 2024.
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-7Cynthia Ayala_ VC, City Clerk