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ITY OF SOUTH GATE
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
MINUTES
TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2025
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L TO ORDER M aria Davila, Mayor called a Regular City Council Meeting to order at 6:36 p.m.
INVOCATION Pastor Raul Flores, Ministerio Monte De Alabanza PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Luis Frausto, Director of Administrative Services RO
LL CALL Y odit Glaze, City Clerk
PRESENT M ayor Maria Davila, Vice Mayor Joshua Barron, Council Member Maria del Pilar Avalos, Council Member Gil Hurtado and Council Member Al Rios; City Treasurer Jose De La Paz, City Manager Rob Houston, City Attorney Raúl F. Salinas
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APPOINTMENTS The City Council ratified the appointment by Council Member Maria del Pilar Avalos of Margarita Valenzuela to the Planning Commission by motion of Council Member Avalos and seconded by Council Member Hurtado.
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LL CALL: Council Member Avalos, yes; Council Member Hurtado, yes; Council Member Rios, yes; Vice Mayor Barron, yes; Mayor Davila, yes.
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LANDSCAPING Following the conclusion of the public hearing, the City Council unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2025-16-CC entitled Resolution of the City Council of the City of South Gate, California, ordering the levy of the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Annual Assessment for the Street Lighting and Landscaping Maintenance District No. 1, by motion of Council Member Avalos and seconded by Council Member Hurtado.
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LL CALL: Council Member Avalos, yes; Council Member Hurtado, yes; Council Member Rios, yes; Vice Mayor Barron, yes; Mayor Davila, yes.
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3 TRACT MAP ADMIN Following the conclusion of the public hearing, the City Council unanimously approved items A & B (as amended) by motion of Council Member Avalos and seconded by Vice Mayor Barron:
a. Determining that in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), the project qualifies for a categorical exemption under CEQA Guidelines Section 15332, (Class 32) “In-Fill Development Projects”, and is thereby exempt from CEQA. The project site is surrounded by urban uses and the proposed residential condominium subdivision will be compatible with surrounding existing development.
b. Resolution No. 2025-17-CC entitled Resolution of the City Council of the City of South Gate, California, upholding the action of the Planning Commission to approve Vesting Tentative Tract Map No. 84531 to allow the subdivision of one parcel into a 54-unit residential condominium development located at 10130 Adella Avenue, within the Industrial Flex (IF) zone in the Tweedy Boulevard Specific Plan, and finding the action categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines.
ROLL CALL: Council Member Avalos, yes; Council Member Hurtado, yes; Council Member Rios, no; Vice Mayor Barron, yes; Mayor Davila, yes.
City Attorney Salinas stated this hearing is much like an administrative proceeding and instead of having a judge, we have the five City Council Members that will be making the decision. But like in court, it’s important to allow for the presentations to be made. It’s important for everyone to listen to the presentations. People may say things you do not agree with, but it’s important that you refrain from commenting on those other than at the time when you come to the microphone.
City Manager Houston explained the proceeding of the public hearing, with City Staff giving an overview of the project first, then the Appellant will give their presentation and then the developer. At the close of the presentations the public comment period will open.
Gabriel Perez, Director of Community Development stated Senior Planner, Rodrigo Pelayo, is going to be giving the presentation.
Rodrigo Pelayo, Senior Planner gave the presentation.
City Manager Houston explained that the state has mandated on how many new housing units need to be available in communities.
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Council Member Avalos asked for clarification on 50,000 per unit of bad faith which comes out to be $2.7 million dollars of the general fund that the city would have to pay.
Mr. Pelayo stated that is correct.
City Manager Houston stated in discussions with the developer and neighborhood, we have been trying to talk about different alternatives for the K-rail and the gate. The city has been willing to withdraw condition 60 and offer to allow the K-rail to remain and not be part of this project.
Appellants, Jose Morales and his wife, Beatrice Morales, 5343 Almira Rd., on behalf of South Gate Progress Partners, are asking the Council to reconsider parts of this project, specifically the removal of the K-rail barrier and environmental concerns. This is not about stopping housing, but making sure it’s done responsibly.
Mr. Morales asked Mrs. Morales to expand on these concerns.
Mrs. Morales’ presentation was not audible.
Developer, Nick Patterson (City Ventures) on behalf of South Gate 1 Investments, LLC, the presentation was not audible. Mr. Patterson asked the legal consultant Chris Burt from Cox Castle & Nicholson, LLP to speak.
Chris Burt from Cox Castle & Nicholson is Land Use Counsel for the Applicant forwarded two letters over the weekend responding to allegations in the appeal.
Mr. Burt addressed Condition No. 60, and the applicant supports the K-rail barrier remain. He also addressed concerns regarding contamination.
Mr. Salinas asked Mr. Burt to respond to one of the appeals a little more thoroughly regarding a full-blown environmental analysis is required as it’s being suggested by the appellant.
Mr. Burt stated that a full-blown environmental analysis is not accurate as it was explained in the letter. He proceeded to explain.
Mr. Salinas stated that another issue raised was vaper intrusion and to please explain.
Mr. Burt will explain but might need Stan to speak on VIMS (Vapor Intrusion Mitigation Systems) which are common throughout Southern REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF MAY 27, 2025
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CONT’D California for sites that have a history of remediation or past contamination.
Mr. Salinas asked if he has heard about the state laws and the fact that this is subject to the Housing Act that was passed in Sacramento. If he can comment upon that law and how it impacts the decision-making authority of this council?
Mr. Burt stated staff did an excellent job of summarizing what the Housing Accountability Act says. He is not here to opine what Sacramento does versus local control. The state of the law on Housing Accountability Act limits the ability of local agencies to deny housing projects that are consistent with objective standards.
Josh Sargent with Stantec Consulting, a professional geologist in the state of California, explained the VIMS system.
Mr. Salinas asked if a resident living next door to the town home, when these vapors come up, do they come up near the residents’ homes.
Mr. Sargent stated they’ll be coming up through the site and they will be mitigated through the installation of a vapor intrusion mitigation system.
Mr. Salinas asked Mr. Sargent to explain in plain laymen’s words what VIMS is.
Mr. Sargent stated that the VIMS is a multi-layer system and explained the procedure.
Mr. Salinas stated the City Council may have additional questions. He was asking for clarification for the benefit of the public.
Councilwoman Avalos thanked Mr. Sargent for his explanation and asked if the VIMS been put in place or will they be put in prior to the construction.
Mr. Sargent stated the VIMS has not been done. It is in connection with the building construction.
Mayor Davila asked if anyone in the audience wished to speak on this item.
Mario Dominguez is in support of building town homes and if the residents are requesting that the K-rail remain, then it should stay.
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CONT’D Issues discussed involved the K-rail barrier on Adella Avenue, traffic and environmental concerns:
Marissa Delgado, 5305 Aldrich; Natalie, 10334 Blumont Rd.
Rob Houston, City Manager, mentioned before the presentations and he reemphasized that the K-rail will not be removed.
Continuation on the issues discussion involving the K-rail barrier on Adella Avenue, traffic and environmental concerns:
Rosanna La Rosa resides south of the project; Susan Janer, 5314 Batavia Rd.; Patricia Navarro, 5317 Almira Rd., and member of the South Gate Progress Partners; Ignacio Uribe; Miriam Mendez, Aldrich Rd.; Javier, South Gate resident.
RECESS The City Council recessed at 8:01 p.m., and reconvened at 8:10 p.m., with all Members of Council present.
Continuation on the issues discussion involving the K-rail barrier on Adella Avenue, traffic and environmental concerns:
Christina Navarro, Batavia Rd.; Alma Ruvalcaba, Almira Rd.; Daniela Casanorsano, 5217 Batavia Rd.; Luis, South Gate resident for 16-years; Darla Castellanos, Aldrich; Luis Martiz, South Gate resident for 35-years; Maribel, Almira Rd.; Melanie Franco; Robert Ramirez, South Gate resident for 10-years; Lizette, Almira Rd.; Hilda, Batavia Rd.; Lupe resides in area 4; Stephanie; Alicia Gonzalez, Batavia Rd.
Emails regarding the continuation of the issues discussed involving the K- rail barrier on Adella Avenue, traffic and environmental concerns:
Stephanie Pimentel, member of the South Gate Progress Partners; January Bonilla, Gladys Bonilla, Yadira Bonilla-Clayton and Alvaro Bonilla stated their neighborhood known as manor has been their home for the family since 1976; Carlos Gallegos, member of South Gate Progress; Caroline Gonzalez, Eric Gonzalez, Eric Gonzalez, Jr., Ethan Gonzalez and Jose Jesus Gonzalez.
Dylan Cassie on behalf of the California Housing Defense Fund urges the City of South Gate to comply with state housing laws.
Y . Law urges the City of South Gate to comply with state housing laws including the housing accountability act.
Having no one else come forward nor any emails, Mayor Davila closed the audience portion.
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CONT’D Mr. Salinas stated the appellant may make any closing remarks and then the applicant.
Mr. Morales thanked City Council Members for listening to everyone’s comments and his neighbors’ for attending tonight’s meeting. He is asking not to rush and decide tonight.
Mrs. Morales echoed her husband’s comments. Thank everyone for their time and dedication.
Developer, Nick Patterson (City Ventures) on behalf of South Gate 1 Investments, LLC, thanked everyone for their time and attending tonight’s meeting. They have been working well together and are excited to continue with this project. He addressed a few comments brought up during public comments.
Chris Burt from Cox Castle & Nicholson, LLP commented on the traffic comments brought up during public comments. He also stated the site is clean after removing tons and tons of soil and replaced with clean soil.
There were additional studies and site assessments that were delivered to the fire department. The fire department concluded that no additional remediation on site was required to make the site safe for human habitation or housing. He also explained the reason for VIMS.
Josh Sargent with Stantec Consulting thanked everyone for providing comments this evening. He answered the comments.
Mr. Salinas stated there was a representation made by the developer that an agreement was reached with the appellant regarding Condition No. 60.
He asked that issue be addressed by both parties.
Mr. Burt stated they reached out to the appellants maybe two weeks ago shortly after the appeal was filed to learn of their concerns with respect to the project.
Mr. Morales stated today was the first time after listening to the City Manager that the city is willing to remove the condition altogether. As far as modification to the Condition, we would still need to discuss the language.
Mr. Houston asked for Condition 60 to be pulled up regarding the K-rail.
Other parts of the 60 would be retained. The city is proposing to remove the language regarding the unit’s design installation.
Mr. Patterson stated that after the Planning Commission approval on March 18, 2025, a traffic study was completed.
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CONT’D Mayor Davila asked when the study was done.
Mr. Patterson believes the study was completed on May 19, 2025.
Council Member Hurtado stated LAUSD through eminent domain-built schools that are impacting those areas, and the city could not prohibit it from happening. He also mentions that the state is expecting cities to build more housing units, or the cities get fined if they don’t comply. He thanked all the speakers present tonight.
Council Member Hurtado asked how many parking spaces will be available.
Mr. Patterson responded with 108 parking spaces when counting the two- car garage.
Council Member Hurtado asked if more parking spaces can be added. Mr.
Patterson stated that the way the site is currently laid out and with certain restrictions on the buildings it cannot and the trash closures that are at the end of every driving aisle.
Council Member Hurtado understands the K-rail will remain but would like something else permanent.
Mr. Burt stated as to the applicant’s perspective the concept of something more permanent being there they do not object to, but the idea that the applicant be required to construct and fund a replacement is a concern.
Council Member Hurtado understands but both sides need to be considered.
Mr. Burt believes the residents are okay with the K-rail to remain.
Council Member Rios thanked South Gate manor for attending tonight’s meeting. He is concerned about the traffic and believes an emergency entry/exit is needed for emergency vehicles to have access.
Council Member Rios asked what company was on that site that made the parcel contaminated.
Mr. Salinas mentioned when LAUSD bought the property it was discovered chromium was present from a manufacturing plant.
Council Member Rios understands the public’s concerns to have environmental reports done before construction, not after.
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RECESS The City Council recessed at 9:39 p.m., and reconvened at 9:48 p.m., with all Members of Council present.
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Council Member Avalos thanked Mr. & Mrs. Morales for bringing this issue to the attention of the Council. She mentioned traveling to Sacramento and spoke with the legislators regarding the issue of building housing in a high-density city. The reply was to build up. She would have liked the communities to have gotten together and fought this state law.
Council Member Avalos thanked City Ventures for working with the community.
Mayor Davila is also disappointed with the legislators passing the Housing Act.
Vice Mayor Barron questioned the $2.7 million the state can fine the city and approve the housing project regardless of what the Councils’ decision.
Vice Mayor Barron asked the developer regarding the contamination and what is the required footing for a three-story building.
Mr. Sargent stated that the soil contamination at the property has been removed. He mentioned a little bit of lead at the property line on the north side.
Vice Mayor Barron asked Rodrigo Pelayo about the required footing for a three-story building.
Mr. Pelayo cannot answer his question because the planning division reviewed conceptual plans, and they don’t get into that level of detail.
Mr. Patterson stated that the foundations are still being calculated. They are going through their construction documents. The standard slab would be between 12 and 24 inches.
Vice Mayor Barron wanted to make certain everyone is fine with the K- rail. He was under the impression the community deserved something better than a K-rail.
Councilwoman Avalos asked City Manager if it would be possible to provide the community with parking permits at no cost due to this development.
Mr. Houston stated that is something to consider, but we want to be cautious about precedence, and it is not on the agenda for discussion.
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CONT’D Council Member Hurtado asked the City Manager and City Attorney if the city can be fined for not approving a project. Does that still apply if the Council puts certain conditions to this project and the developer decide to walk away.
Mr. Salinas stated that under the statute, it’s regulated by HCD, which is a state agency, the city runs the risk of being fined if there are conditions being imposed that fall outside of the very strict parameters that the state has said the city can consider. He will have the developer’s attorney speak on this issue.
Mr. Burt gave the Council an explanation.
Council Member Hurtado understands and is not trying to put conditions on the developer, but the project is creating an adverse condition to the residents.
Council Member Hurtado asked since the K-rail has been placed how many times have we had a need for emergency services to go through.
Jose De La Paz, City Treasurer, stated once within the last two years.
Mayor Davila asked Arturo Cervantes, Director of Public Works, to speak about several traffic studies done in that area.
Mr. Cervantes stated the major arterials are impacted by regional traffic.
The Atlantic by Tweedy area is an impact area. The city has looked at the area as a whole with what exists today and the potential for future impacts as well. The city has come up with an Atlantic Corridor Plan with the COG. The city has done traffic studies for the school, junior high school.
The Public Works Department is requiring a traffic study for this project.
The developer has prepared a traffic study. The city does have its own traffic study requirements. First the city has to comply with state and federal requirements, second the city has adopted the county’s requirements for development.
Mr. Houston stated after listening to the concerns the K-rail stays as is and removes the requirement for Condition No. 60 and adds new Condition No. 74. And offline quickly speaking with the developer and making certain this type of language is okay.
Mr. Burt stated they are happy with that condition, but with just one change the applicant shall provide clearance for all applicable oversight agencies.
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CONT’D Mr. Salinas stated if there were any violations then these agencies would be additional enforcement.
Councilwoman Avalos asked the appellants if they are okay with this new addition?
Mr. Morales is asking to make certain there is a permanent barrier on Adella. He is not comfortable with the new changes.
Councilwoman Avalos asked City Attorney and City Manager regarding the incident that happened at Legacy High School, what are the options that the fire department can hold us accountable because of the limited access?
Mr. Houston stated the fire department had approved the project in their review with the K-rail as is and it didn’t require that it have emergency access. The concept was that it would be a good feature to add for access both ways.
Mr. Houston stated the appellants need to clarify which way they’re trying to sway.
Councilwoman Avalos asked Mr. Morales as to which way they would want to sway.
Mr. Morales stated they never said no to a modification of the K-rail. They don’t want anything that will keep traffic in and out, even for emergencies.
Councilwoman Avalos asked even for emergencies basis?
Council Member Hurtado explained he resides at the Thunderbird Villa, and it does not have a lot of access. Emergency vehicles never have a problem. He doesn’t mind having a permanent barrier.
Councilwoman Avalos asked City Attorney if the fire department had anything to say regarding the limited access to Legacy High School.
Mr. Salinas stated that the fire department did not require a gate or access through Adella onto the other side of the K-rail.
Mr. Cervantes stated he saw the letter from the fire department regarding whether or not access was required but what is not clear is if the K-rail or its predicament was presented to the fire department.
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CONT’D Mr. Cervantes stated the city, nor the residents, do not have the unrestricted right to just say open the street because there are environmental documents in place.
Mr. Burt stated the appellants have insisted that they wanted to keep the K-rail and now he is surprised the condition has changed. He stated that the applicant is willing to give a certain sum of money towards that future improvement. The original amount was $10,000 dollars.
Council Member Hurtado stated the city needs to give a commitment to the community regarding something permanent.
Mr. Houston stated the big decision before the City Council is this project going forward or not. The traffic flow is agreed be it K-rail or some other device will not be opened and what design that takes can be figured out separately.
Mr. Burt stated another condition can be added. Condition 75 clarifies that the developer, the applicant will pay the city $10,000 dollars to be used for public works purposes or public improvements.
Councilwoman Avalos asked Mr. Morales if they would be okay with that additional condition.
Mr. Morales stated they would be okay with adding Condition 75.
AMENDMENTS:
Remove requirement on Condition No. 60. As part of the project, the applicant is required to replace the existing “K -rail” barrier near the intersection of Adella and Legacy Lane with an automated arm gate, or like device (Automated Unit) to allow emergency vehicle access and non - restricted access at designated times, as determined by the City. The Automated Unit’s design and installation shall be subject to the review and approval of the Director of Public Works and will be maintained and operated by the City.
New Condition No. 74. Applicant shall provide clearance for all applicable oversight agencies (such as, Fire Department, AQMD, DTSC, and Regional Water Quality Control Board) of the project site to confirm site remediation and testing is adequate prior to issuance of a certificate of occupancy for each phase of development.
New Condition No. 75. Developer agrees to contribute the sum for $10,000 for use by the City of South Gate for a public works project related to a permanent gate structure or any other project as the City may so deem.
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RECESS The City Council recessed at 10:53 p.m., and reconvened at 10:59 p.m., with all Members of Council present.
COMMENTS FROM THE
AUDIENCE (NON-AGENDA
ITEMS) Video not audible.
REPORTS AND COMMENTS
FROM CITY OFFICIALS Council Member Avalos attended the Contract Cities Conference and the Memorial Service at South Gate Park.
Council Member Hurtado has researched how to handle misinformation, but in our community it’s disinformation.
Vice Mayor Barron explained his reason for not being present at the last Council Meeting. He had pre-scheduled trip to pick up his daughter from school and she is present tonight.
Vice Mayor Barron thanked City Council for listening to the item that came before Council. It was a tough decision. He appreciates the efforts by City staff.
Vice Mayor Barron was saddened to see signs in the back of the Council Chambers saying recall corrupt Council Members. He remembers back in 2003 walking to recall true corruption.
Mayor Davila attended the Contract Cities Conference and the Memorial Service at South Gate Park.
CONSENT CALENDAR Agenda Items 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, and 11 were approved by motion of Council Member Avalos and seconded by Council Member Rios.
ROLL CALL: Council Member Avalos, yes; Council Member Hurtado, yes (recused from item 9); Council Member Rios, yes; Vice Mayor Barron, yes; Mayor Davila, yes (recused from item 4).
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ASSESSMENTS The City Council approved items A & B during Consent Calendar:
a. The Tweedy Mile Advisory Board’s Annual Report for Fiscal Year 2025/26; and
b. Resolution No. 2025-18-CC entitled Resolution of the City Council of the City of South Gate, California, declaring the City’s intention to levy and collect assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 for the Parking REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES OF MAY 27, 2025
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ASSESSMENTS CONT’D and Business Improvement Area (known as the Tweedy Mile Business District) Business License and scheduling a Public Hearing for June 24, 2025.
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ADMIN The City Council unanimously approved items A, B & C during Consent Calendar:
a. Amendment No. 1 to Contract No. 2024-96-AC with Hinderliter De Llamas & Associates (“Agreement”), through December 31, 2027, for Business License Administration and Business License Discovery/ Compliance Services to add business license permit administration services, with an estimated additional annual cost of $6,000, and a one-time $1,500 implementation fee;
b. Appropriated $7,500 from the General Fund balance to expenditure account number 100-302-12-6101 (Professional Services) to fund the Business License Administration and Business License
Discovery/Compliance Services; and
c. Authorized the Mayor to execute Amendment No. 1 in a form acceptable to the City Attorney.
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LANDSCAPING The City Council unanimously approved items A, B, C, D & E during Consent Calendar:
a. Agreement (Contract No. 2025-34-CC) with Superior Pavement Markings, Inc. (“Agreement”), for the construction of the Thermoplastic Striping of Streets Citywide Project Phase II, City Project No. 735-ST, in an amount not-to-exceed $94,511;
b. Authorized the Mayor to execute the Agreement in a form acceptable to the City Attorney;
c. Authorized the City Manager to execute change order in the amount of $37,400 for additional striping of streets citywide;
d. Declared the Thermoplastic Striping of Streets Citywide Project Phase II, City Project No. 735-ST, categorically exempt under Title 14 of the California Code of Regulations, Section 15301 of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”); and
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e. Notice of Exemption for the construction of the Thermoplastic Striping of Streets Citywide Phase II, City Project No. 735-ST and directing the City Clerk to file it with the Los Angeles County Registrar Recorder’s Office.
7 LAW ENFORCEMENT The City Council unanimously approved items A, B, C & D during Consent Calendar:
a. 5-year Lease Agreement (Contract No. 2025-35-CC) with Lease Servicing Center, Inc. dba NCL Government Capital (“NCL”) for the lease of one 2025 Ford Maverick vehicle to be used as a Parking Enforcement vehicle for the Police Department in the amount of $7,785 per year for a total amount of $39,425, including a $500 closing fee;
b. Lease payments in the amount of $7,785 to be budgeted annually for five (5) years in the General Fund starting in Fiscal Year 2024/2025 and a $500 closing fee in Fiscal Year 2024/2025;
c. Purchase Order Agreement with Commline Inc., for the purchase and installation of necessary emergency equipment and MDC to outfit the Parking Enforcement vehicle in the amount of $14,035; and
d. Authorized the Mayor to execute the lease Agreement and any other documents that may be necessary to acquire the vehicles in a form acceptable to the City Attorney.
8 LAW ENFORCEMENT The City Council unanimously approved items A, B, C & D during Consent Calendar:
a. Authorized utilization of 2023 Homeland Security Grant Program Funds in the amount of $40,000 for law enforcement equipment to address civil unrest, crowd control and active shooters; and
b. Increased the Fiscal Year 2025/26 revenue projection in Account Number 232-541 (Law Enforcement Grants - Homeland Security Grant) to $40,000; and
c. Amended the Fiscal Year 2025/26 Law Enforcement Grants Fund Budget by appropriating $40,000 to Account Number 232-541-21- 6204 (Law Enforcement Grants-Homeland Security Grant – Small Tools and Equipment); and
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d. Authorized the City Manager to execute the State Homeland Security Grant Program Subrecipient Agreement (Contract No. 2025-36-CC) for Grant Year 2023.
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LANDSCAPING The City Council approved items A & B during Consent Calendar:
a. Contract Change Order 2 to Contract No. 2023-66-CC with WGJ Enterprises, Inc., dba PCI (“WGJ”), to re-stripe additional crosswalks and pavement markings under the Thermoplastic Striping of Streets Citywide, City Project No. 654-ST, in the amount of $56,600; and
b. Authorized the Assistant City Manager/Director of Public Works to execute Contract Change Order No. 2.
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SIGN ADMIN The City Council unanimously approved items A & B during Consent Calendar:
a. Purchase Order for the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works (“County”), Service Request No. 272919 to fund emergency call-out traffic signal repairs at the intersection of Santa Ana Street and Palm/Seville, for an amount not to exceed $60,500; and
b. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Purchase Order, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
11 MINUTES The City Council unanimously approved items A, B & C during Consent Calendar:
a. Special and Regular Meeting minutes of April 8, 2025;
b. Special and Regular Meeting minutes of April 22, 2025; and
c. Special Meeting minutes of April 29, 2025.
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ADMIN The City Council unanimously continued items A & B to the regularly scheduled City Council Meeting of June 10, 2025, by motion of Council Member Avalos and seconded by Mayor Davila:
a. Approving an Agreement with De Novo for planning and environmental services; and
b. Authorizing the Mayor to execute the Agreement in a fornn acceptable to the City Attorney.
ROLL CALL: Council Member Avalos, yes; Council Member Hurtado, yes; Council Member Rios, yes; Vice Mayor Barron, yes; Mayor Davila, yes.
13 WARRANTS The City Council unanimously approved the Warrant Register for May 27, 2025, by motion of Council MemberAvalos and seconded by Council Member Hurtado.
Total ofChecks: $4,260,535.89
Less:Voids $ (228,678.47)
Less: Employee Payroll Deductions $ (460,716.97)
GrandTotal: $3,571,140.45
Cancellations: 2892, 110108, 110239
ROLL CALL: Council Member Avalos, yes; Council Member Hurtado, yes; Council Member Rios, yes; Vice Mayor Barron, yes; Mayor Davila, yes.
ADJOURNMENT Council MemberAvalos unanimously adjourned the meeting at 12:01 a.m. and seconded by Vice Mayor Barron.
PASSED and APPROVED on this 24' day of June 2025.
ATTEST:
Maria Davila, Mayor Yodit laze City Clerk