PLACENTIA CITY COUNCIL
PLACENTIA CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE
PLACENTIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
PLACENTIA INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
PLACENTIA PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
July 11, 2023
5:30 p.m. - City Council Chambers
401 E. Chapman Avenue, Placentia, CA
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Smith called the meeting to order at 5:35 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember/Board Member Shader, Wanke, Yamaguchi, Smith ABSENT: Kirwin (excused)
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Mayor Smith opened Oral Communications for the Closed Session. City Clerk McKinnell stated that the City Clerk's Office had received no public comment for the Closed Session. Mr. McKinnell announced the Closed Session matters.
The City Council and Boards of Directors recessed to the City Council Caucus Room for the purpose of conducting their Closed Session proceedings on the following:
1. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — Anticipated Litigation
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2. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Agency Designated Representatives:
Employee Organization:
Damien Arrula, City Administrator
Alice Burnett, Director of Human Resources
Placentia Police and Fire Management Association (PPFMA)
3. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
Property: 207-209 W. Crowther Avenue
Agency Negotiator: Damien R. Arrula, City Administrator Negotiating Party: Damien R. Arrula, City Administrator Under Negotiations: Price and Terms of Payment
4. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — Potential Initiation of Litigation RECESS: The City Council and Boards of Directors recessed to their 7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting.
CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Smith called the meeting to order at 7:10 p.m.
ROLL CALL:
PRESENT: Councilmember/Board Member Shader, Wanke, Yamaguchi, Smith ABSENT: Kirwin (excused)
STAFF PRESENT:
City Attorney/Authority Counsel Christian Bettenhausen; City Administrator Damien Arrula; Deputy City Administrator Rosanna Ramirez; Deputy City Administrator Luis Estevez; Police Chief Brad Butts; Fire Chief Jason Dobine; Director of Finance Jennifer Lampman; Director of Community Services Karen Crocker; Deputy Director of Community Services Veronica Ortiz; Director of Development Services Joe Placentia City Council/Successor Agency/ICDA/PPFA Minutes, July 11, 2023 Page 1 of 10
Lambert; Assistant to the City Administrator/Economic Development Manager Jeannette Ortega; City Treasurer Kevin Larson; City Clerk Robert McKinnell; Deputy City Clerk Carole M. Wayman INVOCATION: Chaplain Sterling Bennett
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Fire Engineer Larry Hogueisson
Mr. Hogueisson acknowledged all military veterans in the Council Chambers before leading the Pledge of Allegiance.
PRESENTATIONS:
a. Supervisor Doug Chaffee
Recipients: City Council
Supervisor Chaffee acknowledged the collaborative work by the City Council and Staff on a proposed Senior/Community Center and presented the City Council with a check for $500,000 towards the construction of the proposed senior center.
Mayor Smith thanked Supervisor Chaffee for the check and his continued support for the center. a. Proclamation July 2023 as Parks and Recreation Month Presenter: Mayor Smith
Recipients: Karen Crocker, Director of Community Services and Veronica Ortiz, Deputy Director of Community Services
Mayor Smith presented a proclamation to Director of Community Services Karen Crocker, Deputy Director of Community Services Veronica Ortiz and Staff from Community Services in recognition of July 2023 Parks and Recreation Month. Director of Community Services Karen Crocker thanked the Mayor and Councilmembers for the recognition of "Parks and Recreation Month" and highlighted upcoming summer events.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT:
City Attorney/Authority Counsel Bettenhausen stated that there were four (4) items on the Closed Session agenda, the City Council discussed each of those items, and direction was provided. He noted that there was nothing further to report.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORT:
City Administrator Arrula welcomed and introduced four (4) new City of Placentia employees.
Police Officer Sergio Tejeda was born in Bellflower and grew up in Orange County. Sergio was hired by the Placentia Police Department as a Police Academy Trainee in June of 2022 and attended the Golden West Police Academy; he graduated in December 2022.
Public Works Management Assistant Kate Polezhaev was born in Latvia and graduated from high school in Boston. Last month, Kate earned her Master's Degree in Public Administration, with an emphasis on Local Government, from Cal State Fullerton. Kate previously worked for the City of Santa Ana Public Works Department and the City of Buena Park Community Service Department. Kate also held student leader positions at Cal State Fullerton, including Director of Public Relations and President of Pi Alpha Alpha, an honor society club.
Risk Manager Krystle Murillo has worked for several cities throughout the San Gabriel Valley, the most recent being the City of Claremont as the Personnel Services Manager. She has over eight years of experience in Human Resources and Risk Management. Krystle earned her Bachelor's Degree in Criminal Justice Administration from San Diego State University and her Master's Degree in Public Administration from Cal State Fullerton.
Building Permit Technician Heidi Morgado. Heidi was born in Fullerton and graduated from John H.
Glenn School in Norwalk. After high school, Heidi attended Cal State Fullerton and studied Cultural Anthropology. Heidi previously worked for CSG Consultants as a Building Permit Technician; before that, she worked for the Department of Conservation California Geologic Energy Management Division Placentia City Council/Successor Agency/ICDA/PPFA Minutes, July 11, 2023 Page 2 of 10
Southern District. She also has a degree in photography and previously operated her own photography business.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS:
Placentia resident Robert Roper expressed concerns about Municipal Code violations and fines he has received for his property at 755 San Juan Lane.
City Clerk McKinnell read into the record a written comment submitted by Ryan Machuca expressing concerns about traffic conditions in the Hemingway Avenue neighborhood. He noted that Mr. Machuca also submitted a photo and video which has been forwarded to the City's Transportation Manager.
CITY COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS:
Councilmember Shader reported her attendance at the following:
• Meeting regarding the proposed Metrolink station
• Meeting regarding plans for a proposed dog park
• Dinner with the Association of Orange County Cities Energy and Environment • 4th of July neighborhood celebrations on Primrose and Nenno Avenues She commented on all the wonderful programs that Community Services schedules throughout the year and promoted the upcoming National Night Out event sponsored the Placentia Police Department on August 1, 2023 at the Placentia Town Center
Councilmember Wanke reported his attendance at the following:
• Orange County Sanitation District Board of Directors and Operations Committee Meeting • Orange County Sanitation Honor Walk Ceremony
• Groundbreaking ceremony for Arroyo Verde Park
• Joint Steering Committee meeting of the Orange County Groundwater Replenishment System Mayor Pro Tem Yamaguchi reported his attendance at the following:
• Smart Cities Conference
• Standing meeting for SiFi Project
He promoted the upcoming Concerts in the Park series on Thursday nights beginning July 13, 2023 at 6:30 p.m. at Tri-City Park.
Mayor Smith reported his attendance at the following:
• Orange County Council of Government meeting
• Bridges at Kraemer Community Advisory Board meeting
• Southern California Association of Government Transportation Committee meeting • Groundbreaking ceremony for Arroyo Verde Park
• Santa Fe Merchants meeting
• City Administrator's Brown Bag meeting
(Councilmember Wanke left the meeting at 7:40 p.m.)
City Attorney Bettenhausen announced that Consent Item No. 1.p. is a resolution to adopt a compensation plan for the unrepresented mid -management and management employees and verbally stated the changes to the compensation plan.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 1.a. through 1.p.):
Councilmember Shader pulled Item No. 1.h. to provide comments. Motion by Shader, seconded by Yamaguchi, and carried a (3-0-2, Kirwn, Wanke absent) vote to approve the balance of Consent Calendar items, as recommended.
1.a.
Consideration to Waive Reading in Full of all Ordinances and Resolutions Fiscal Impact: None
Recommended Action: Approve
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
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1.b.
City Fiscal Year 2022-23 Register for July 11, 2023
Check Register
Fiscal Impact: $1,253,452.81
Electronic Disbursement Register
Fiscal Impact: $1,011,093.00
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Receive and file.
(Received and Filed, as recommended)
1.c. Amendment No. 1 to HVAC Maintenance Services Agreement with F.M.Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc.
Fiscal Impact:
1.d.
1.e.
Expense: $ 82,747 Amendment Amount
Available s 82,747
Budget: $ 25,000 Fiscal Year 2022-23 Operating Budget
(103654-6290'
$ 57,787 Fiscal Year 2023-24 Operating Budcet
$ 37,787 (103654-6290)
$ 20,000 (103654-6130)
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve Amendment No. 1 to the Maintenance Services Agreement with F.M. Thomas Air Conditioning, Inc., for HVAC Maintenance Services in an amount not -to -exceed $82,747 for a revised cumulative contract amount of $196,108 for the remainder of the contract term; and
2) Authorize the City Administrator to approve contract change orders up to 10% of the revised cumulative contract amount; and
3) Authorize the City Administrator and/or his designee to execute all necessary documents, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
Award of Contract for Fire Station #1 and #2 Roof Replacement Project Fiscal Impact:
Expense: $234,555 Public Works Agreement
$ 23,455 Construction Contingency
Revenue: $258,010 Fiscal Year 2023-24 CIP Budget
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Award a Public Works Agreement to Letner Roofing Company, for the Fire Station #1 and #2 Roof Replacement Project in the amount of $234,555; and 2) Authorize the City Administrator to approve contract change orders up to 10%, or $23,455 for a total project not -to -exceed contract amount of $258,010; and 3) Authorize the City Administrator and/or his designee to execute all necessary documents, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
Purchase of FARO 360 Degree Scanner
Fiscal Impact:
Expense: $60,222.19 (103041-6840)
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve the purchase of FARO Scanner Focus Premium and related components in the amount of $60,222.19; and
2) Authorize the City Administrator and/or his designee to execute all necessary documents, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
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1.f.
Turbo Data Agreement for Citation Processing
Fiscal Impact:
Expense: Not to Exceed $35,000 Annually (103047-6290)
Available Budget: 535,000 FY 2023-24 Operatinc Budget
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve the Professional Services Agreement with Turbo Data Systems for an amount not to exceed $35,000 annually; and
2) Authorize the City Administrator and/or his designee to execute all necessary documents, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
1.g. Consent to Assignment and Assumption of Contract
Fiscal Impact: None
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve the attached Consent to Assignment and Assumption of Contract document; and
2) Authorize the City Administrator and/or his designee to execute all necessary documents, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
1.h. Acceptance of Resignation from the Planning Commission Fiscal Impact: None
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Accept the resignation of Claudia Keller from the Planning Commission; and 2) Update the City's master Commission/Committee vacancy list to include the vacancy on the Planning Commission.
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
Councilmember Shader announced that she pulled Item No. 1.h. to publicly thank Claudia Keller for her service on the Planning Commission. During her tenure on the Planning Commission she became CEO of Orange County Food Bank. She thanked her for her dedication and commitment to the Planning Commission and City.
Motion by Shader, seconded by Yamaguchi, and carried a (3-0-2, Kirwn, Wanke absent) vote to approve Item 1.h., as recommended.
1.i. Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 19233 Pertaining to the Subdivision of an +/- 1.76 Acre Lot into six parcels located at 424 N. Nevin Lane within Sp -7 (Specific Plan 7) Zoning District for the Purpose of future Single -Family Home Development
Fiscal Impact: Approximately $137,155 of total development impact fee revenue prior to construction of six new single-family residences
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Adopt Resolution R-2023-54, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California, adopting a categorical exemption pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code §§ 21000-21177 and §15000 et seq. of Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations) (CEQA) and approving Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 19233 pertaining to the subdivision of property located at 424 N. Nevin Lane (Assessor's Parcel Number 341-433-05) into six developable parcels and making findings in support thereof.
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
1.j. Approval of Plans & Specifications and Award of Construction Contract to Loengreen, Inc., for the interior tenant improvements for the Butler Building for the Placentia Public Safety Center Project No. 5213
Fiscal Impact:
Expense:
Available
Budget:
$ 1,646,000 Total Construction Contract Amount
$ 164,600 Total Construction Contingency Amount
$ 1,810,600 Total Amount
$ 2,043,041 Fiscal Year 2023-24 CIP Budget
(105213-6850 JL# 229999-6850)
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Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Approve the engineered and architectural construction plans & specifications prepared by PBK Architects, Inc., and approve a Public Works Agreement with Loengreen, Inc., for Placentia Public Safety Center Butler Tenant Improvements in the amount of $1,646,000; and
2) Reject all other bids received and authorize return of the bid bonds; and 3) Authorize the City Administrator to approve contract change orders up to ten percent (10%) of the contract amount, or $164,600 for a total construction contract not -to - exceed amount of $1,810,600; and
4) Adopt Resolution No. R-2023-55, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California authorizing a budget amendment in Fiscal Year 2023-24 in compliance with City Charter of the City of Placentia §§1206 and §§1209 pertaining to appropriations for actual expenditures; and
5) Authorize the City Administrator to approve all agreements in a form approved by the City Attorney.
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
1.k.
Acceptance of Construction Work, Notice of Completion and Approval of Contract Change Order No. 3 for Phase I of the Placentia Public Safety Center Project, City Project No. 5213
Fiscal Impact:
Expense: $1,324,000.00 Original Construction Contract
$ 445,921.61 Contract Change Orders
$ 1,769,921.61 Total Construction Cost
Budgeted: $6,250,000.00 FY 2023-24 CIP Project Budget
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Accept the work performed by TTS Construction, Inc., for Phase I of the Placentia Public Safety Center Project, City Project No. 5213 for a grand total amount of $1,769,921; and
2) Authorize the City Administrator to approve Contract Change Order No. 3 in the amount of $328,755.43; and
3) Authorize the City Administrator to file a Notice of Completion with the Orange County Clerk -Recorder's Office for the Project; and
4) Authorize the City Administrator to release retention funds in accordance with the terms of the contract.
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
Acceptance of Construction Work and Notice of Completion for the Citywide Traffic Safety Improvement Project, City Project No. 2908 Fiscal Impact:
Expense: $ 1,283,450.00 Original Construction Contract
$ 43,973.85 Approved Change Orders
$ 1,327,423.85 Total Construction Cost
Budgeted: $ 1,567,742.47 FY 2021-22 & 2022-23 CIP
Project Budget
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Accept the work performed by Baker Electric, Inc. for construction of the Citywide Traffic Signal Improvement Project (HSIP Cycle 9) for a total amount of $1,327,423.85; and
2) Authorize the City Administrator to file a Notice of Completion with the Orange County Clerk -Recorder's Office for the Project; and
3) Authorize the City Administrator to release retention funds in accordance with the terms of the contract.
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
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1.m. Resolution to Adopt a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Placentia and the Placentia City Employees' Association Fiscal Impact:
Fiscal Year 2023-24 $ 738,872 (Estimated)
Fiscal Year 2024-25 $ 416,036 (Estimated)
Total $1,154,908
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Adopt Resolution R-2023-58 approving the terms between the City and the Placentia City Employees' Association (PCEA); and
2) Adopt Resolution No. R-2023-59, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California authorizing a budget amendment in Fiscal Year 2023-24 in compliance with City Charter of the City of Placentia §§1206 and §§1209 pertaining to appropriations for actual expenditures; and
3) Authorize the City Administrator to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) based upon the terms for PCEA on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City's Labor Counsel.
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
1.n.
Resolution to Adopt a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Placentia and the Placentia Firefighters' Association
Fiscal Impact:
Fiscal Year 2023-24 $ 321,108 (Estimated)
Fiscal Year 2024-25 $ 224,143 (Estimated)
Total $ 545,251
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Adopt Resolution R-2023-62 approving the terms between the City and the Placentia Firefighters' Association (PFA); and
2) Adopt Resolution No. R-2023-63, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California authorizing a budget amendment in Fiscal Year 2023-24 in compliance with City Charter of the City of Placentia §§1206 and §§1209 pertaining to appropriations for actual expenditures; and
3) Authorize the City Administrator to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) based upon the terms for PFA on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City's Labor Counsel.
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
1.o. Resolution to Adopt a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Placentia and the Placentia Police Officers' Association Fiscal Impact:
Fiscal Year 2023-24 $ 819,236 (Estimated)
Fiscal Year 2024-25 $ 523,100 (Estimated)
Total $1,342,336
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Adopt Resolution R-2023-60 approving the terms between the City and the Police Officers' Association (PPOA); and
2) Adopt Resolution No. R-2023-61, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California authorizing a budget amendment in Fiscal Year 2023-24 in compliance with City Charter of the City of Placentia §§1206 and §§1209 pertaining to appropriations for actual expenditures; and
3) Authorize the City Administrator to execute a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) based upon the terms for PPOA on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City's Labor Counsel.
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
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1.p. Resolution to Adopt a compensation plan for the Unrepresented Mid - Management and Management Employees
Fiscal Impact:
Fiscal Year 2023-24 $ 757,911 (Estimated)
Fiscal Year 2024-25 S 381,233 (Estimated)
Total $1,139,144
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Adopt Resolution R-2023-56 approving a compensation plan for the Unrepresented Mid -Management and Management Employees for the period of July 1, 2023, through June 30, 2025; and
2) Adopt Resolution No. R-2023-57, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California authorizing a budget amendment in Fiscal Year 2023-24 in compliance with City Charter of the City of Placentia §§1206 and §§1209 pertaining to appropriations for actual expenditures.
(Approved 3-0-2, as recommended, Kirwin, Wanke absent)
2. PUBLIC HEARING:
2.a. Public Hearing and Tabulation of Ballots for Annexation into Community Facilities District No. 2014-01 (Public Services CFD) (Continued from June 20, 2023 meeting) Fiscal Impact:
Annual Revenue: $111,915.32 (550000-4505)
Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Open the continued Public Hearing concerning the annexation of the JPI Cenza development project; and
2) Receive the Staff Report, consider all public testimony, ask questions of Staff; and 3) Conduct election for annexation of the JPI Cenza TOD Project Annexation to Community Facilities District No. 2014-01 (Public Services); and 4) Close the Public Hearing; and
5) Adopt the Resolution No. R-2023-47, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Placentia, California, Making Certain Findings, Certifying the Results of an Election and Ordering the Annexation of Territory (JPI Cenza TOD Annexation) to Community Facilities District No. 2014-01 (Public Services) and Approving the Amended Map for Said District.
(Approved 4-0-1, as recommended, Kirwin absent)
Mayor Smith opened the Public Hearing at 7:50 p.m.
City Administrator Arrula introduced Senior Management Analyst Elsa Robinson to give a presentation on the Tabulation of Ballots for Annexation into Community Facilities District No. 2014-01 (Public Services CFD).
(Councilmember Wanke rejoined the meeting at 7:53 p.m.) City Clerk McKinnell stated that the City Clerk's Office had received no public comment and there were no members of the public wishing to speak.
Mayor Smith closed the Public Hearing at 7:54 p.m.
City Clerk McKinnell announced the official ballot certification regarding CFD No. 2014-01 stating that the City Clerk's office is in receipt of one (1) ballot from the single property owner with a vote of "yes" for the annexation. This completes the election process and the Council may proceed with the consideration of the pending Resolution.
Motion by Shader, seconded by Yamaguchi, and carried a (4-0-1, Kirwin absent) vote to approve Item
2.a., as recommended.
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3. REGULAR AGENDA:
3.a. Study Session: Placentia Public Safety Center Update and Funding Options Fiscal Impact:
Expense: $9.7 To $10.7 Million Bond Depending on Selected Financing Structure ($20.6 Million Project Total)
Revenue: Lease Revenue Bond, Reserves, Motorola Financing Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council:
1) Receive and file the presentation; and
2) Select Option 1 as the preferred financing structure option for a not -to -exceed total bond issue proceed of $10 million and a maximum interest rate of 5.5%; and 3) Should the City Council elect to construct the balance of the facility, direct Staff and the Bond Financing Team to structure Lease Revenue Bonds to finance a portion of the project cost; and
4) Direct Staff to return to the City Council with the Phase 2 construction contract for its consideration and approval and bond documents to authorize the bond sale. (Approved 3-1-1, as recommended, Yamaguchi voted no, Kirwin absent) City Administrator Arrula introduced Deputy City Administrator Estevez and Finance Director Lampman to give a presentation on the Placentia Public Safety Center Update and Funding Options.
Councilmember Shader summarized the process and considerations that City Council took to approve the construction of the Public Safety Building. She commented on inflation and construction impacts that have driven building cost increases. She shared information about the $2.6 million grant that the City was eligible for because construction had already begun. She added that the public safety building will bring great value to the City.
Councilmember Wanke inquired about public utilities for the building. Deputy City Administrator Estevez responded that all utilities are already available on site.
Councilmember Wanke stated that he agreed with Councilmember Shader about construction cost increases. He commented on the importance of the project and expressed appreciation to Staff for finding solutions.
Mayor Pro Tem Yamaguchi expressed concerns about the significant increase in costs for the Communications center.
Sergeant Radomski explained that Motorola had made upgrades to their equipment which rendered the City's current equipment obsolete and necessitated the purchase of updated dispatch radios. He further explained additional upgrades to equipment that increased the cost.
Mayor Pro Tem Yamaguchi expressed that he has been hesitant about the project since the beginning and commented on concerns about cost increases for the construction of the building. He shared comments on the history of the lease for the current evidence building. He stated that he is not in favor of moving forward because it is not the most prudent use of public funds and added concerns about deferred maintenance at City Hall and other City buildings.
Councilmember Wanke expressed concerns that Councilmember Kirwin was not in attendance to vote on such a large expenditure.
Mayor Smith expressed appreciation for comments by fellow Councilmembers and commented on the lack of necessary facilities for the Police Department. He noted that moving forward on the project will produce long term solutions for the Police Department and also City Hall. He added that the City has outgrown the current City Hall building and there are several maintenance issues that need attention.
Motion by Shader, seconded by Smith, and carried a (3-1-1, Yamaguchi voted no, Kirwin absent) vote to approve Item 3.a., Option 1, as recommended.
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CITY COUNCIL/BOARD MEMBERS REQUESTS:
Councilmember Wanke requested that Staff research the Code Enforcement concerns that were expressed earlier by public speaker Robert Roper.
Mayor Pro Tern Yamaguchi requested an update on PulsePoint.
Police Chief Butts reported that the system is in the testing phase and an update will be presented to the City Council shortly.
Mayor Smith commented on the usefulness of the Nixie alert system.
ADJOURNMENT:
The City Council/Successor Agency/ICDA/PPFA Board of Directors adjourned at 8:55 p.m. in memory of Robert Lyons, former Councilmember and Mayor of the City of Placentia and Vince Giampa, Former Police Chief for the City of Placentia, to a regular City Council meeting on Tuesday, July 25, 2023 at 5:30 p.m.
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