MINUTES
Tuesday, April 23, 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 6:00 p.m. on behalf of the City Council. Councilmember Dr. Sanchez joined the meeting via teleconference from the Hyatt House Tempe/Phoenix/University, 601 E 6th Street, Tempe, Arizona.
PRESENT: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
ABSENT: None
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT:
• Maricela Lizarraga, Parks and Recreation Commission
• Ana Rosa Ascencio, Sister City Commission
INVOCATION: Delivered by Laura Puente, Hope Community Church Pastor PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Councilmember Camacho
SPECIAL PRESENTATION(S):
• A Proclamation for the 55th Annual Professional Municipal Clerks Week, May 5- 11, 2024, presented to the Office of the City Clerk
• Certificates of Recognition were presented to the El Rancho High School Varsity Cheer Team
PUBLIC HEARING:
City Council:
1. Public Hearing — Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 84271 — Request to Subdivide One Parcel for a 95 -Unit Townhouse Condominium Development Located at 6540 Rosemead Boulevard. (1300)
Mayor Lara opened the public hearing and noted that there were no oral communications to provide public testimony.
Mayor Lara noted that written communication was received by the following:
Allan Joaquin.
• Addressed the City Council to express their support of the Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 84271
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Jayro Queme:
• Addressed the City Council to express their support of the Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 84271
Mayor Lara closed the public hearing.
Community and Economic Development Director Betancourt and Community and Economic Development Assistant Planner Gonzalez provided a PowerPoint presentation that included vital project information such as the background on the location, project details and description, elevations of the building designs, floor plan designs with parking details, environmental impact review, and the findings from the regional housing needs assessment.
City Council deliberated on various aspects of the project including the project's community benefits, measures for traffic and- construction debris mitigation, ADA parking opportunities, and the creation of a dedicated left-hand .lane into the condominium complex coming from Southbound Rosemead Boulevard. Furthermore, they expressed their support for the project.
Motion by Councilmember Camacho, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia to: 1) Approve Resolution No. 7328 authorizing a Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 84271; and 2) Found that the Project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15332 (Class 32 — Infill Development). Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
Resolution No. 7328 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING VESTING
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 84271 FOR A 95 -UNIT TOWNHOUSE
CONDOMINIUM DEVELOPMENT LOCATED AT 6540 ROSEMEAD
BOULEVARD (APN 6378-017-004)
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
NOES: None
2. Public Hearing — Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Community Development Block Grant Annual Action Plan Approval. (1600)
Mayor Lara opened the public hearing and noted that there were no written or oral communications to provide public testimony. -
Councilmember Dr. Sanchez highlighted the Pico Rivera Youth Center Renovation as a project that received funding by the Community Development Block Grant.
Mayor Lara closed the public hearing.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia, seconded by Councilmember Lutz to: 1) Approve Resolution No: 7329 authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to submit the fiscal year 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban
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Development; and 2) Authorize the City Manager to enter into agreements with eligible subrecipients and purchase of supplies, programs, and equipment as noted in the fiscal year 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan and budget. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
Resolution No. 7329 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE U.S.
DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT
REGULATIONS
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
NOES: None
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Brianna Portillo:
• Addressed the City Council to express her concerns regarding Ordinance No. 1181 Moratorium.
Lauren Talbott, Pico Rivera Library Manager:
• Addressed the City Council regarding library updates and upcoming events for the remainder of the month of April and May.
Lauren Ruiz:
• Addressed the City Council regarding ceasefire in Palestine resolution and resignation of Mayor Lara.
Fernando Islas:
• Addressed the City Council regarding ceasefire in Palestine resolution and resignation of Mayor Lara.
The following speakers addressed the City Council requesting a Palestine Ceasefire Resolution.
1. Janel Magee
2. Ramsey Judah
Written communication was received by the following:
Michael Wauschek:
• Addressed the City Council regarding ceasefire in Palestine.
Jayro Queme:
• Addressed the City Council to express his support of Agenda Item No. 7 Final Tract Map No. 83619 for 4820 Durfee Avenue.
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Agustin Ruelas:
• Addressed the City Council to express his support of Agenda Item No. 18 Historic Whittier Boulevard MultiModal Plan.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS:
City Council:
3. Minutes:
• Approved City Council regular meeting of April 9, 2024
4. Approved 15th Warrant Register of the 2023-2024 Fiscal Year. (700) Check Numbers: 294283-294386
Special Check Numbers: None
5. Authorizing Application Submittal for the Local Government Waste Tire Cleanup Grant from the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery. (700)
1. Approved Resolution No. 7330 authorizing the submission of applications for funding under the California Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery Local Government Waste Tire Cleanup Grant; and
2. Authorized the City Manager or his designee to execute all program - related documents, including future grant applications and administer funding if the City's application is awarded.
Resolution No. 7330 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF
GRANT APPLICATIONS AND RELATED AUTHORIZATIONS FOR THE
WASTE TIRE CLEANUP GRANT PROGRAM ADMINISTERED BY
CALRECYCLE
6. Establishing Job Classification for the Full -Time Senior Water Treatment Supervisor and Reclassify the Current Water Treatment Supervisor to Senior Water Treatment Supervisor. (200)
1. Approved Resolution No. 7331 establishing job classification for the Senior Water Treatment Supervisor; and
2. Approved the reclassification of a Public Works employee from their current position as the Water Treatment Supervisor to the Senior Water Treatment Supervisor.
Resolution No. 7331 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING JOB
CLASSIFICATION FOR THE FULL-TIME SENIOR WAER TREATMENT
SUPERVISOR AND RECLASSIFY A PUBLIC WORKS EMPLOYEE
FROM WATER TREATMENT SUPERVISOR TO SENIOR WATER
TREATMENT SUPERVISOR
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7. Approval of Final Tract Map No. 83619 — 45 -Unit Townhome Home Development Located at 4820 Durfee Avenue. (1300)
1. Approved Resolution No. 7332 for Final Tract Map No. 83619 — 45 -Unit townhome development located at 4820 Durfee Avenue;
2. Approved Final Tract Map No. 83619 as it conforms to the requirements in the Subdivision Map Act and previously approved Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 83619;
3. Accepted dedication of an easement for public street and utility purposes;
4. Authorized the Public Works Director/City Engineer to sign the Final Parcel Map; and
5. Authorized the City Clerk to sign and submit the Final Tract Map No. 83619 for recordation with the Los Angeles County Registrar -Recorder's Office.
Resolution No. 7332 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FINAL TRACT MAP NO. 83619 TO ALLOW FOR CONSTRUCTION OF FORTY-FIVE
(45) TOWNHOMES LOCATED AT 4820 DURFEE AVENUE
8. Approve a Resolution Declaring Designated Fleet Inventory and Equipment as Surplus Personal Property. (700)
1. Approved Resolution No. 7333 declaring the vehicles and equipment included in Exhibit A to the resolution as surplus personal property and directed the City Manager, or his designee, to proceed with the disposal of such vehicles and equipment, and approving of the sale of any such vehicles or equipment over $5,000 to the highest bidder; and
2. Authorized the City Manager, or his designee, to execute any agreements necessary to facilitate the sale or disposal of vehicles and equipment listed on Exhibit A of the resolution.
Resolution No. 7333 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING DESIGNATED
FLEET INVENTORY AND EQUIPMENT AS SURPLUS PERSONAL
PROPERTY AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO PROCEED
WITH THE DISPOSAL OR SALE OF THE VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT
9. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 21-2049, for On -Call Information Technology Management Services. (500)
1: Approved Amendment No. 1 to Agreement No. 21-2049 with Infinity Technologies for On -Call Information Technology Management Services, to increase compensation by an additional $100,000 per fiscal year for a total amount not -to -exceed $300,000, for augmentation of Information Technology services; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the amendment in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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Agreement No. 21-2049-1
10. Pavement Management Program Update (Non-CIP No. 30057) — Award of Professional Services Agreement. (500)
1. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement to Infrastructure Management Services, LLC (IMS), to prepare and update the Pavement Management Program Update (Non-CIP No. 30057) for an amount not -to - exceed $67,459 and authorized the City Manager to execute an agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney; and
2. Authorized the City Manager or his designee to process change orders, as needed, in an amount not -to -exceed a $6,750 contingency (approximately 10% of the total contract amount) for unforeseen field conditions during data collection.
Agreement No. 24-2317
11. Award of Professional Services Agreement to Diego's Auto Repair for Vehicle and Equipment Maintenance Repair Services. (500)
1. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement to Diego's Auto Repair, Inc. to provide vehicle and equipment maintenance services for City -owned vehicles and equipment for a term of three (3) years with two (2), one-year options to extend, for the annual amount of $75,000, and a not -to -exceed amount of $225,000 for the three-year term of the Agreement; and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Agreement, in a form approved by the City Attorney, including any amendments to exercise the two (2) one-year extension options at a not -to -exceed annual amount of $75,000.
Agreement No. 24-2318
12. Approve Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. 18-1825 with Mariposa Landscapes Inc. for Landscape Maintenance Services. (500)
1. Approved Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. 18-1825 with Mariposa Landscapes, Inc. pursuant to the exemptions provided in section 3.20.030 of the Pico Rivera Municipal Code, for an annual amount of $348,240 and a not -to -exceed amount of $696,500 ($29,020 per month for a term of two (2) years);
2. Authorized the City Manager or his designee to process change orders in an amount not -to -exceed 10% of the total amendment, as needed, up to $69,650 for contingency purposes;
3. Find the approval of Amendment No. 4 to Agreement No. 18-1825, to be pursuant to Pico Rivera Municipal Code Section 3.20.030 (B), in order to modify agreement compensation, scope of work, and extend the term for Landscape Maintenance Services with Mariposa Landscapes, Inc.; and
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4. Authorized the City Manager to execute the amendment in a form approved by the City Attorney.
Agreement No. 18-1825-4
13. On -Call Engineering Services — Award of Professional Services Agreement. (500)
1. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to HDR Engineering, Inc. to provide on -call engineering services;
2. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to Willdan Engineering to provide on - call engineering services;
3. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to D'Leon Consulting Engineers to provide on -call engineering services;
4. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to IMEG to provide on -call engineering services;
5. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to JMDiaz, Inc. to provide on -call engineering services;
6. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to Cordoba Corporation to provide on -call engineering services;
7. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to Kimley Horn & Associates, Inc. to provide on -call engineering services;
8. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to Southstar Engineering and Consulting, Inc. to provide on -call engineering services;
9. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to Mark Thomas & Co to provide on - call engineering services;
10. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to NV5, Inc. to provide on -call engineering services;
11. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to NCM Engineering Corp. to provide on -call engineering services;
12. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to AKM Consulting Engineers to provide on -call engineering services;
13. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to Onward Engineering to provide on -call engineering services;
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14. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to Alta Planning & Design, Inc. to provide on -call engineering services;
15. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to BKF Engineerstoprovide on -call engineering services;
16. Awarded a Professional Services Agreement for a term of five (5) years in the total amount of up to $2,500,000 to Yao Engineering Inc. to provide on -call engineering services; and
17. Authorized the City Manager to execute the agreements in a form approved by the City Attorney.
14. Landscape Maintenance Services — Reject All Bids.
1. Rejected all bids for the landscape maintenance services.
15. Request for Approval of the 2024 Fireworks Stand Permits. (500)
(700)
1. Approved the attached list of fireworks stand applications and authorized the issuance of permits to operate.
16. Equipment Purchase for the Public Works Department. (700)
1. Authorized the purchase of a Utility Cab Tractor in the amount of $51,400 from Kubota Tractor Corporation by way of Sourcewell Contract No. 031121-KBA for tractors, spreaders, lawn equipment, and related services;
2. Authorized the purchase of two (2) John Deere Gators and three (3) SmithCo Sand Star Groomers (field -rakes) in the aggregate amount of $172,800 from Deere & Company by way of Sourcewell Contract No. 031121-DAC for grounds maintenance equipment; and
3. Authorized the City Manager to execute all documents related to the purchase of the recommended vehicles.
17. Third Quarter Treasurer's Report and the Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of March 31, 2024 — Fiscal Year 2023-2024. (700)
1. Received and filed the Treasurer's Report and the Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of March 31, 2024, which represents balances and activities for the third quarter (January through March) of the 2023-24 fiscal year; and
2. Received and filed the Treasurer's Monthly Investment Transaction Report as of March 31, 2024.
Motion by Councilmember Lutz, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 3 through 17 with Councilmember Camacho recusing himself and not participating in the vote of Item Nos. 12 and 14 only. Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
NOES: None
RECUSE: Camacho (Item Nos. 12 and 14 only)
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR FURTHER CLARIFICATION: None REGULAR AGENDA:
18. Adoption of the Historic Whittier Boulevard Multimodal Revitalization Plan. (100)
Innovation and Communication's Director Hernandez delivered a comprehensive PowerPoint presentation encompassing pertinent aspects of the Historic Whittier Boulevard Multimodal Revitalization Plan such as major program elements, the project study area, Caltrans Grant information, key findings on the existing conditions, legislative compliance, environmental, public health, and roadway conditions, corridor configuration, community engagement, parking to parklets, a phased implementation strategy, architectural facade program, and advanced design illustrations. Multiple members of the Historic Whittier Boulevard Stakeholder Advisory Group contributed supportive commentary.
City Council expressed their support for the Historic Whittier Boulevard Multimodal Revitalization plan.
Motion by Councilmember Lutz, seconded by Councilmember Camacho to approve the Historic Whittier Boulevard Multimodal Revitalization Plan which will serve as the formal transportation and circulation element of the Historic Whittier Boulevard Specific Plan.
Motion carries by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
NOES: None
CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS:
Parks and Recreation Director Yugar showcased a commemorative video titled "Remember the Fallen" honoring Pico Rivera soldiers who lost their lives during the Vietnam War.
GOOD OF THE ORDER (INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGENCY MEETINGS, AB 1234 REPORTS, NEW BUSINESS, OLD BUSINESS):
Councilmember Lutz acknowledged the Parks and Recreation and Sister City Commissioners in attendance.
Councilmember Dr. Sanchez commented on her attendance at the National Association of Latino Appointed Official's Institute, the City's Farmer's Market event, and recognized the imminent 109th Anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Additionally, she asked for staff to explore potential Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funding
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opportunities to support the Woman and Children's Crisis Shelter in Whitter; seconded by Mayor Lara.
Councilmember Camacho acknowledged the "Remember the Fallen" video presented by Parks and Recreation Director Yugar.
Mayor Pro Tem Garcia reported on his attendance at Zapien's Salsa Grill Restaurant 30th Anniversary Celebration and the Grand Opening for Starbucks Coffee located on Slauson Avenue. He also recognized the Sheriffs Department and the Public Works staff for their continued support in keeping the parks clean and safe during the busy baseball season.
Mayor Lara reported on his attendance at a recent Sanitation District meeting during which deliberations centered around the approval of a cyberattack contract and a Public Safety AdHoc Committee meeting during which discussions were held regarding a prior meeting with the District Attorney concerning unprosecuted cases in Pico Rivera.
Recessed to Closed Session at 8:10 p.m.
ALL CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT
Reconvened from Closed Session at 8:24 p.m.
ALL CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS WERE PRESENT
CLOSED SESSION(S):
a. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
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 Full- time, Part-time and Directors Units, and Confidential Employees Association City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman stated that a briefing was provided to City Council; no final action was taken and there was nothing further to report.
ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Lara adjourned the City Council meeting at 8:25 p.m. in memory of Manuela Bonilla Reygoza. There being no objection it was so ordered.
AYES: Camacho, Garcia, Lutz, Sanchez, Lara
NOES: None
Andrew C. Lara, Mayor
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ATTEST:-
ynthia Ayala;"CMC, City Clerk
" f-hereayjeertf_y'that the foregoing is a true and correct report of the proceedings of the Cifji'Council•`regular meeting dated April 23, 2024 and: approved by the City Council on May 4 2024.
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-Cynthia AyaIa-CMC, City Clerk