MINUTES
Tuesday, May 13, 2025
A Study Session of the City Council and a regular meeting of the City Council and Water Authority was held in the Council Chamber, Pico Rivera City HaII, 6615 Passons Boulevard, Pico Rivera, California
Mayor Garcia called the Study Session to order at 3 48 p m on behalf of the City Council
PRESENT Lara, Sanchez, Garcia
ABSENT: Camacho, Lutz
1 Study Session — Five -Year Capital Improvement Program — Fiscal Years 2025 through 2030 (700)
Public Works Director Negrete provided a comprehensive update on the Five -Year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP), outlining its strategic priorities and objectives. The presentation included an overview of newly developed projects, a summary of completed CIP projects for fiscal year (FY) 2024-25, and highlights of key projects such as the PFAs Treatment Facility and the Youth Center Renovation projects. Director Negrete also presented upcoming construction projects scheduled for FY 2025-26, offered a detailed overview of the five-year CIP project list with corresponding cost estimates, and provided an update on the Pavement Management Plan Specific projects discussed included the Smith Park Turf Replacement, Alebrije Dog Park, City HaII Council Chambers, HVAC upgrades at Rivera and Pico Parks, the Smith Park Aquatic Center, and the Rio Hondo Park Renovation projects. Additionally, he reviewed the CIP funding sources, identified grant -funded projects, and listed the current unfunded projects.
City Councilmembers discussed the next phase of water projects, future plans for the PFAS treatment facilities, the selection criteria for streets classified as "very poor" in accordance to the Pavement Condition Index, future maintenance plans for the new turf at Smith Park, the potential risk of federal grant fund cancellations, and the removal of trees that pose a risk of damaging City sidewalks
They also offered the following recommendations. track PFAS water readings for historical recordkeeping, coordinate water main line repairs with road improvement projects, install renderings or construction notices at project sites at the start of construction, highlight completed City projects on the City's social media platforms for public awareness, and explore a joint -use partnership with the Armenian Mesrobian School to utilize its basketball courts during periods of City park gymnasiums construction closures. Mayor Garcia requested that the gymnasium HVAC project be expedited in response to extreme heat conditions typically experienced during the summer months. Regarding the City Council Chambers project, Mayor Garcia also
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recommended accelerating the project timeline, proposing that work commence prior to the currently projected start date of August 2025 He indicated a willingness to convene a special City Council meeting if necessary to facilitate the earlier start. Additionally, Councilmember Dr Sanchez requested that staff explore the incorporation of safety features —such as bullet -resistant barriers and metal detectors —into the City Council Chambers project.
Motion by Councilmember Dr Sanchez, seconded by Councilmember Lara to 1) Receive and file the Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget study session for fiscal years 2025 through 2030 (FY 2025-30); and 2) Provide staff direction on the CIP budget for FY 2025-30 Motion carries by the following roll call vote.
AYES Lara, Sanchez, Garcia
NOES None
ABSENT Camacho, Lutz
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Garcia adjourned the Study Session at 5.26 p m There being no objection it was so ordered
AYES Lara, Sanchez, Garcia
NOES None
ABSENT Camacho, Lutz
Mayor/President Garcia called the regular meeting to order at 6.06 p m. on behalf of the City Council and Water Authority
PRESENT. Camacho, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez, Garcia
ABSENT: None
COMMISSIONERS PRESENT:
• Rocio Parra, Parks and Recreation Commission
• Daniel Garcia, Veterans Commission
INVOCATION Delivered by Councilmember Lara
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Led by Councilmember Dr Sanchez
Madame City Clerk Ayala stated that Councilmember/Commissioner Lutz was unable to attend the meeting in person due to a family emergency and is requesting remote participation In accordance with AB 2449, a motion and a roll call vote is required to allow his remote participation
Motion by Councilmember/Commissioner Lara, seconded by
Councilmember/Commissioner Dr Sanchez to allow Councilmember/Commissioner Lutz to participate in the City Council and Water Authority meeting of May 13, 2025, remotely Motion carries by the following roll call vote
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AYES Camacho, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez, Garcia
NOES None
Councilmember/Commissioner Lutz entered the meeting remotely at 6 13 p m SPECIAL PRESENTATION(S)•
• A Proclamation was presented to the Public Works Department in recognition of May 18 — 24, 2025 being National Public Works week.
• A Certificate of Recognition was presented to Krista Green -Garza in honor of her achievement as the first female wrestler from El Rancho High School to place in the California Interscholastic Federation (CIF), Southern Section and qualify for the 2025 CIF Girls Masters Meet.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Lauren Talbott, Pico Rivera Library Manager.
• Addressed the City Council regarding the upcoming events and activities at the Pico Rivera Library and Rivera Library for the remainder of the month May Vivian Garcia -Kelley.
• Addressed the City Council to express her concerns regarding the street sweeping services and the persistent water accumulation in front of her residence
David Ang, Business Manager of Zarios
• Addressed the City Council to express appreciation for the City's support in celebrating their 19th business anniversary in the community
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS
City Council
1. Minutes
• Approved City Council regular meeting of April 22, 2025
2. Approved 15th Warrant Register of the 2024-2025 Fiscal Year. (700) Check Numbers. 297395-297553
Special Check Numbers 15200
3. Second Reading — Adoption of Ordinance No. 1194, incorporating the Los Angeles County Ordinance Addressing Medical Debt through Data Collection. (900)
1 Adopted Ordinance No 1194 incorporating the Los Angeles County Ordinance Addressing Medical Debt through Data Collection Ordinance into the Pico Rivera Municipal Code, and
2 Authorized the City Manager or his designee to coordinate with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health for implementation
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Ordinance No 1194 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING AND
INCORPORATING LOS ANGELES COUNTY ORDINANCE NO 2024-
0048 BY REFERENCE INTO THE PICO RIVERA MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTION 810, "ADDRESSING MEDICAL DEBT
COLLECTION" TO THE PICO RIVERA MUNICIPAL CODE (SECOND
READING AND ADOPTION)
4. Approve Cancellation of the Supplemental Educational Revenue Augmentation Fund Loan. (700)
1 Approved Resolution No 7402 canceling the Supplemental Educational Revenue Augmentation Fund Loan.
Resolution No 7402 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, AS HOUSING SUCCESSOR TO
THE FORMER PICO RIVERA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY,
APPROVING CANCELLATION OF A SUPPLEMENTAL EDUCATIONAL
REVENUE AUGMENTATION FUND LOAN TO FACILITATE
EXPEDITIOUS DISSOLUTION OF THE PICO RIVERA SUCCESSOR
AGENCY
5. Citywide Comprehensive Safety Action Plan, (Non-CIP No. 30060) — Award a Professional Services Agreement for Engineering Services. (500) 1 Approved a Professional Services Agreement to TKJM Transportation Consultants to provide engineering services for the development of the Citywide Comprehensive Safety Action Plan (Non-CIP No 30060) for an amount not -to -exceed $320,062 and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney; and
2. Authorized the City Manager or his designee to process change orders, as -needed, not exceeding a contingency amount of $33,000 (approximately 10% of the total contract amount).
Agreement No 25-2451
6. Rate Adjustment for City Attorney Legal Services with Alvarez-Glasman & Colvin. (500)
1 Approved the rate adjustment outlined in the attached correspondence for City Attorney legal services with Alvarez-Glasman & Colvin effective April 1, 2025
7 Approval of the 2025 Fireworks Stand Permits. (700)
1 Approved the attached list of fireworks stand applications and authorize the issuance of permits to operate
8. Mines Avenue Storm Drain Improvements (CIP No. 50114) - Notice of Completion. (500)
1 Accepted the work as completed for the Mines Avenue Storm Drain Improvements Project, CIP No 50114 constructed by Morrow Trenchless,
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LLC and authorized the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion (NOC) with the Los Angeles County Registrar -Recorder; and
2 Authorized the City Manager or his designee to release the retention payment to Riverside Construction following the mandatory waiting period from the date the NOC is recorded
9. Purchase of Refrigerators, Freezers, and Ice Machines for City Facilities. (700)
1 Authorized the purchase of refrigerators, freezers, and ice machines for City facilities in the amount of $163,200 from HD Supply Facilities Maintenance using Omnia National Cooperative Purchase Contract No 16154,
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute all documents related to the purchase of the recommended equipment; and
3 Authorized the City Manager, or his designee, to execute any agreements necessary to facilitate the sale or disposal of aged equipment.
Water Authority'
10. Minutes
• Approved Water Authority regular meeting of February 11, 2025 11 Purchase of a 2025 Ford F-550 Mechanic Body Crane Truck with Utility Bed. (700)
1 Authorized the purchase of a 2025 Ford F-550 Super Cab Mechanic Crane Body Truck in the amount of $219,020 from Rush Truck Center in the City of Whittier using the Sourcewell Contract No 032824-RTG for commercial truck sales parts and services,
2 Authorized the Executive Director to execute all documents related to the purchase of the vehicle, and
3 Authorized the Executive Director, or his designee, to execute any agreements necessary to facilitate the sale or disposal of aged vehicles and equipment.
Motion by Councilmember/Commissioner Lara, seconded by
Councilmember/Commissioner Dr Sanchez to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 through 11 Motion carries by the following roll call vote AYES Camacho, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez, Garcia
NOES None
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS PULLED FOR FURTHER CLARIFICATION None REGULAR AGENDA.
City Council
12. First Reading — Introduce Ordinances Adopting the New City Brand and Logo and Protecting Use of the City Seal. (300)
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Innovation and Communications Director Hernandez delivered a brief presentation on the City's Branding, Signage, and Furniture Master Plan The presentation covered the project's goals, master planning process, asset inventory and mapping, and a review of the current seal and logos. Director Hernandez also unveiled the new City logo concept and its variations, discussed the phased implementation strategy, the signage system, and the overall project timeline He emphasized that the existing City seal would remain unchanged and is not part of this project.
Councilmembers' Dr Sanchez and Lutz raised concerns about how copyright matters will be addressed and emphasized the importance of securing a trademark for the new Togo City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman responded that the ordinances presented to the City Council for adoption incorporate copyright protections and prohibitions. As such, trademarking is not necessary, as the Pico Rivera Municipal Code provides full legal protection for the City seal and logo Unauthorized use of these assets may result in legal action and prosecution to the fullest extent of the law Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Camacho, seconded by Councilmember Dr Sanchez to 1) Introduce and waive the first reading of Ordinance No 1195 amending Chapter 1 10 City Logo, adopting the new City Brand and Logo, and 2) Introduce and waive the first reading of Ordinance No 1196 including identifying and prohibiting unauthorized use of , the City Seal Motion carries by the following roll call vote Ordinance No 1195 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 1 10, CITY LOGO, TO TITLE 1 (GENERAL PROVISIONS) OF THE PICO
RIVERA MUNICIPAL CODE (FIRST READING AND INTRODUCTION)
Ordinance No 1196 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 1 08, CITY SEAL, TO TITLE 1 (GENERAL PROVISIONS) OF THE PICO
RIVERA MUNICIPAL CODE (FIRST READING AND INTRODUCTION)
AYES Camacho, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez, Garcia
NOES None
13. Paramount Mines Landscape Maintenance Assessment — Annual Renewal (700)
Motion by Councilmember Lara, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Camacho to 1) Approve Resolution No 7403 initiating the fiscal year (FY) 2025-26 Levy of Annual Assessment and ordering the preparation of the Engineer's Report for the Paramount Mines Landscape Maintenance Assessment District; 2) Approve Resolution No 7404 preliminarily approving the Engineer's Report for the FY 2025-26, levy, and collection of assessments within the Paramount Mines Landscape Maintenance Assessment District pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, and 3) Approve Resolution No 7405 declaring the City Council's intention to levy and collect the annual assessment within the Paramount Mines Landscape Maintenance Assessment District for FY 2025- 26, pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15, of the
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California Streets and Highways Code, and setting June 10, 2025, as the date for the public hearing of objections thereto Motion carries by the following roll call vote Resolution No 7403 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, INITIATING THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 LEVY OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENT AND ORDERING THE
PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE
PARAMOUNT/MINES LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT
Resolution No 7404 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL
OF THE ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT REGARDING THE
PARAMOUNT/MINES LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT, AND
THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED
THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026
Resolution No 7405 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO
LEVY AND COLLECT THE ANNUAL ASSESSMENT WITHIN THE
PARAMOUNT/MINES LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 PURSUANT TO THE
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972, PART 2 OF DIVISION 15, OF THE CALIFORNIA STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE, AND
SETTING THE TIME AND PLACE OF THE HEARING ON OBJECTIONS
THERETO
AYES Camacho, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez, Garcia
NOES None
14. Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No 1- Annual Renewal. (700)
Motion by Councilmember Lara, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Camacho to 1) Approve Resolution No 7406 initiating the fiscal year (FY) 2025-26, Levy of Annual Assessment, and ordering the preparation of the Engineer's Report for the Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No 1, 2) Approve Resolution No 7407 preliminarily approving the Engineer's Report for the FY 2025-26, levy, and collection of assessments within the Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No 1 pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, and 3) Approve Resolution No 7408 declaring the City Council's intention to levy and collect the annual assessment within the Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No 1 for FY 2025-26, pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15, of the California Streets and Highways Code, and setting June 10, 2025, as the date for the public hearing of objections thereto Motion carries by the following roll call vote
Resolution No 7406 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, INITIATING PROCEEDINGS
FOR ANNUAL LEVY OF ASSESSMENTS FOR PICO RIVERA
LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO 1 FOR
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FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF AN
ENGINEER'S REPORT PURSUANT TO PROVISIONS OF CALIFORNIA
STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE DIVISION 15, PART 2
Resolution No 7407 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL
OF THE ENGINEER'S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT REGARDING PICO
RIVERA LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO 1,
AND THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS
RELATED THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026
Resolution No 7408 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF PICO RIVERA, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE ENGINEER'S
REPORT AND DECLARING INTENTION TO LEVY ANNUAL
ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026, PICO RIVERA
LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NO 1
AYES Camacho, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez, Garcia
NOES None
15. Fiscal Year 2024-25 Third Quarter Budget Report as of March 31, 2025. (700)
Motion by Councilmember Lara, seconded by Councilmember Lutz to Receive and file the Third Quarter Budget Report ending March 31, 2025, which represents the balances and activities for the first three (3) quarters (July 2024 through March 2025) of the fiscal year (FY) 2024-25 Motion carries by the following roll call vote AYES Camacho, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez, Garcia
NOES None
CITY MANAGER/STAFF REPORTS
City Manager Carmona introduced Rick Ramirez, the newly appointed Senior Economic Development Manager
GOOD OF THE ORDER (INTERGOVERNMENTAL AGENCY MEETINGS, AB 1234) Councilmember Lara commented on his attendance on an educational trip to Israel by the American Israeli Educational Fund
Councilmember Lutz reported on his attendance at the Gateway COG monthly meeting and the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7734 Commander Installation Ceremony, during which Veterans Commissioner Gil Perez was appointed as Commander He also requested an update on the Median Beautification Project, to which Public Works Director Negrete responded that the project is nearing completion, and a ribbon -cutting ceremony will be scheduled shortly Additionally, Councilmember Lutz requested a meeting with staff prior to the ceremony to discuss the status of unfinished monument markers installed throughout the City
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Councilmember Dr Sanchez reported on her participation in the Water Replenishment District's Groundwater Festival, where she was honored as the Water Ambassador of the Year in recognition of her advocacy and engagement in WRD-related,-programs.
She also took part in the Los Angeles County Sheriffs City Council_Academy; Niihich included an educational ride -along and emergency vehicle training '-`as` weli" as the Economic Institute for Latinas hosted by the National Association of Latino Electeda_nd Appointed Officials (NALEO) Additionally, she commented on the. recent Student, Leadership Day held with students from the Montebello Unified ;School District.
Councilmember Dr Sanchez concluded by requesting the creationof an Ad Hoc Committee to explore the development of a potential Student Leadersfai Day in collaboration with the EI Rancho Unified School District.
Mayor Pro Tem Camacho reported on a recent meeting with SEAACA, during which a labor agreement was approved, and discussions were held regarding a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a comprehensive financial audit and organizational review of the agency He also commented on his attendance at the LA28 press conference hosted by the LA28 Committee and Los Angeles City Mayor Karen Bass Mayor Garcia reported on his attendance at several events, including the Los Angeles County Sanitation District meeting, the Veterans of Foreign Wars Post 7734 Commander Installation Ceremony, the ribbon -cutting ceremony for Zarios Hair salon, the National Day of Prayer at Pico Park, the Los Angeles County Sheriffs Citizens Academy, Los Angeles County Fire Service Day visits at Fire Stations 25, 103 and 40, and the Senior Center Mother's Day event. He also highlighted a recent Los Angeles Times article featuring the Pico Rivera Go -Getters Softball Team Lastly, Mayor Garcia re-established the Community Services/ERUSD Ad Hoc Committee, appointing Councilmember Dr Sanchez to join him in exploring a potential collaboration with the EI Rancho Unified School District to develop a Student Leadership Day
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor/President Garcia adjourned the City Council and Water Authority regular meeting at 7 15 p m There being no objection it was so ordered
AYES Camacho, Lara, Lutz, Sanchez, Garcia
NOES None
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ATTEST:`^
Cynthia Ayala;- MC, City Clerk/Authority Secretary
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I hereby certify that the foregoing is a true and correct report of the proceedings of the City Council regular meeting dated May 13, 2025, and approved by the City Council on May 27, 2025
Cynthia Ayala, IVIC, City Clerk/Authority Secretary
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