MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR AGENCY / HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF STANTON MEETING SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR AGENCY / HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING 5: 30 PM)
JOINT REGULAR CITY COUNCIL / SUCCESSOR AGENCY / HOUSING AUTHORITY MEETING 6: 30 PM)
1. CALL TO ORDER / CLOSED SESSION
The City Council / Successor Agency / Housing Authority meeting was called to order at 5: 30 p. m. by Mayor / Chairman Shawver.
2. ROLL CALL
Present: Council/ Agency/ Authority Member Taylor, Council/ Agency/ Authority Member Torres, Council/ Agency/ Authority Member Van, Mayor Pro TemNice Chairperson Warren, and Mayor/ Chairman Shawver.
Absent: None.
Excused: None.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS None.
4. CLOSED SESSION
The members of the City Council / Successor Agency / Housing Authority ofthe City of Stanton proceeded to closed session at 5: 31 p. m. for discussion regarding:
4A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956. 9(d)( 2)
Number of Potential Cases: 1
4B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION
Existing litigation pursuant
Number of cases: 1
to Government Code section 54956. 9(d)( 1)
Case Name: John Doe vs. Doe 2, City of Stanton, et al., Orange County Superior Court Case Number: 30- 2022- 01295559- CU- PO- NJC
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5. CALL TO ORDER / SUCCESSOR AGENCY / STANTON HOUSING AUTHORITY
MEETING
The City Council / Successor Agency / Housing Authority reconvened in open session at 6: 30 p. m.
6. ROLL CALL
Present:
Absent:
Excused:
Council/ Agency/ Authority Member Taylor, Council/ Agency/ Authority Member Torres, Council/ Agency/ Authority Member Van, Mayor Pro TemNice Chairperson Warren, and Mayor/ Chairman Shawver.
None.
None.
The City Attorney / Agency Counsel reported that the Stanton City Council / Successor Agency / Housing Authority met in closed session from 5: 31 to 6: 30 p. m.
The City Attorney / Agency Counsel reported that there was no reportable action.
7. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Ms. Pam Schoonover.
8. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS AND AWARDS
A. The City Council proclaimed October 6- 12, 2024, as Fire Prevention Week in the City of Stanton and presented a proclamation to Administrative Captain Chris Sobiesiak, Orange County Fire Authority.
B. Presentation by Mr. Eric O' Donnell, Director, Townsend Public Affairs, providing the City Council with an update on State and Federal Legislation.
9. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Shawver requested to pull items 9E and 9G from the consent calendar for separate discussion.
Special and Joint Regular Meeting — September 24, 2024 - Page 2 of 10 Motion/ Second: Warren/ Taylor
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5 (Shawver, Taylor, Torres, Van, and Warren)
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Motion unanimously carried:
CONSENT CALENDAR
9A. MOTION TO APPROVE THE READING BY TITLE OF ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS. SAID ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS THAT APPEAR ON
THE PUBLIC AGENDA SHALL BE READ BY TITLE ONLY AND FURTHER
READING WAIVED
The City Council/ Agency Board/ Authority Board waived reading of Ordinances and Resolutions.
9B. APPROVAL OF WARRANTS
The City Council approved demand warrants dated August 23, 2024 — September 5, 2024, in the amount of $1, 736,20. 28.
9C. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The City Council/ SuccessorAgency/ Housing Authority approved Minutes of Special and Joint Regular Meeting — September 10, 2024.
9D. AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE CITYWIDE CONCRETE
REPAIR PROJECT
Twelve bids for the Citywide Concrete Repair Project were opened on September 5, 2024. Based on the post -bid analysis of the bids received, staff has determined the bid submitted by CJ Concrete Construction, Inc. to be the lowest responsible and responsive bid at $165, 300.
1. The City Council finds that this project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (" CEQA"), Class 1, and 15301( c) as repair, maintenance, and minor alteration of existing streets, sidewalks, gutters, and similar facilities; and
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2. Awarded a construction contract for the Citywide Concrete Repair Project to CJ Concrete Construction, Inc. for the bid amount of $165, 300 and reject all other bids; and
3. Authorized the City Manager to bind the City of Stanton and CJ Concrete Construction, Inc. in a contract for the construction; and
4. Authorized the City Manager to approve contract change orders, not to exceed 39, 700.
9F. LICENSE AGREEMENT WITH SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON FOR
HOLLENBECK PARK
In order to continue the License Agreement for Hollenbeck Park (Assessor' sParcel Numbers 126- 384- 23, 126- 336- 08, and 126- 372-6), between Southern California Edison and the City of Stanton, it is necessary to approve the agreement for a term of five (5) years commencing June 1, 2025, and ending on May 31, 2030. The City will pay Southern California Edison Company the sum of $15, 438.3for the term of the contract.
1. The City Council declared this action to be categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15061( b)( 3) as the activity is covered by the general rule that CEQA applies only to projects which have the potential for causing significant effect on the environment; and
2. Approved the Southern California Edison License Agreement No. 9. 3118 to continue leasing Assessor' sParcel Numbers 126- 384- 23, 126- 336- 08, and 126- 372-6, Hollenbeck Park for a five- year period commencing June 1, 2025, to May 31, 2030; and
3. Authorized the City Manager to execute said agreement.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
9E. ACCEPTANCE OF THE 8930 PACIFIC AVENUE DEMOLITION AND
ABATEMENT PROJECT
The 8930 Pacific Avenue Demolition and Abatement Project consisting of the demolition and abatement of the vacant 4- plex building located at 8930 Pacific Avenue is now complete. The final construction cost for the project was $ 96, 000, the contract award amount. The City Engineer, in his judgment, certifies that the work was satisfactorily completed as of September 11, 2024, and recommends that the City Council accept the completed work performed on this project.
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Motion/ Second: Shawver/ Warren
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5 (Shawver, Taylor, Torres, Van, and Warren)
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Motion unanimously carried:
1. The City Council declared this project categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act, Class 1, and 153011( 3); and
2. Accepted the completion of improvements for the 8930 Pacific Avenue Demolition and Abatement Project, as certified by the City Engineer, and affixed the date of September 11, 2024 as the date of completion of all work on this project; and
3. Approved the final construction contract amount of $ 96, 000 with Interior Demolition, Inc.; and
4. Directed the City Clerk within ten (10) days from the date of acceptance to file the Notice of Completion with the County Clerk -Recorder of the County of Orange; and
5. Directed City staff, after thirty- five (35) days has elapsed from the filing of the Notice of Completion" with the County Clerk -Recorder, to make the retention payment to Interior Demolition, Inc. in the amount of $4, 800. 9G. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR PROCESSING OF PARKING
AND ADMINISTRATIVE CITATIONS
Council will consider entering into a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with Turbo Data Systems, Inc., for processing parking and administrative citations in an amount not to exceed $40, 000 annually to cover the period through June 30, 2027.
The City currently uses Turbo Data• Systems, Inc. for this service and entering into a new PSA would continue the existing service.
Staff report by Ms. Hannah Shin- Heydorn, City Manager.
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Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5 ( Shawver, Taylor, Torres, Van, and Warren)
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Motion unanimously carried:
1. The City Council finds that this item is not subject to California Environmental Quality Act (" CEQA") pursuant to Sections 15378( b)( 5) ( Organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment); and
2. Authorized staff to exercise an exception to the standard procurement procedures in the best interest of the City to preserve government efficiency and public safety in the community by waiving the competitive bid procedures required; and
3. Approved the Professional Services Agreement with Turbo Data Systems, Inc. for processing of parking and administrative citations to cover the period from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027; and
4. Authorized the City Manager to execute the Professional Services Agreement with Turbo Data Systems, Inc. for processing of parking and administrative citations.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS None.
11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
11A. APPROVAL OF THE REDESIGN OF THE CITY' S OFFICIAL LOGO, BRANDING
AND MESSAGING
This report seeks City Council approval for the finalized design elements of Stanton' s branding and messaging project. These elements include a comprehensive logo system, City motto, communications plan and wayfinding sign guidelines.
Staff report by Ms. Ashley Cain, Community Services Manager.
Special and Joint Regular Meeting — September 24, 2024 - Page 6 of 10 Motion/ Second: Warren/ Taylor
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
5 ( Shawver, Taylor, Torres, Van, and Warren)
None
None
None
Motion unanimously carried:
1. The City Council declared this project to be categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15378( b)( 5) ( Organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment); and
2. Approved the finalized logo system, motto, communications plan and wayfinding sign guidelines, authorizing staff to proceed with implementation.
12. NEW BUSINESS
12A. CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION IN SUPPORT OF PROPOSITION 36, THE HOMELESSNESS, DRUG ADDICTION, AND THEFT
REDUCTION ACT
The City Council will consider adoption of a resolution in support of Proposition 36, the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act, as prepared by the League of California Cities.
Staff report by Ms. Hannah Shin- Heydorn, City Manager.
Presentation by Mr. Connor Medena, Regional Public Affairs Manager, Orange County Division, League of California Cities.
Motion/ Second: Shawver/ Warren
ROLL CALL VOTE: Council Member Taylor
Council Member Torres
Council Member Van
Mayor Pro Tem Warren
Mayor Shawver
Motion carried:
AYE
ABSTAIN
ABSTAIN
AYE
AYE
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1. The City Council finds that this item is not subject to California Environmental Quality Act (" CEQA") pursuant to Sections 15378( b)( 5)( Organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment); and
2. Approved Resolution No. 2024- 33, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
STANTON, CALIFORNIA AFFIRMING THE CITY' SSUPPORT OF
PROPOSITION 36, THE HOMELESSNESS, DRUG ADDICTION,
AND THEFT REDUCTION ACT".
12B. APPROPRIATION FOR REPAIR OF WESTERLY END STANTON PARK
PEDESTRIAN BRIDGE
The westerly end pedestrian bridge at Stanton Park has been damaged and unusable since June 2023. Council will consider approving an appropriation of 250, 00from the Fiscal Year 2024-5General Fund Special Projects for its repair.
Staff report by Mr. Cesar Rangel, Public Works Director / City Engineer.
Mr. Rangel noted for the record an amendment to Recommend Action number 2 to read as follows: "Approve the filing of a claim through the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (CJPIA), approve an appropriation of $250, 00 from the Fiscal Year 2024-5 General Fund Special Projects for the deductible for the repair of the Stanton Park Pedestrian Bridge, and authorize staff to enter into an agreement for the repair of the bridge as approved by the City Attorney with Alpha Structural, Inc., the firm retained by the CJPIA to analyze the claim and provide the repair estimate".
Motion/ Second: Van/ Torres
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: 5 ( Shawver, Taylor, Torres, Van, and Warren)
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Motion unanimously carried:
1. The City Council finds that this item is not subject to California Environmental Quality Act (" CEQA") pursuant to Sections 15378( b)( 5)( Organizational or administrative activities or governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment); and
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2. Approved the filing of a claim through the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority ( CJPIA), approve an appropriation of $250, 00 from the Fiscal Year 2024-5 General Fund Special Projects for the deductible for the repair of the Stanton Park Pedestrian Bridge, and authorized staff to enter into an agreement for the repair of the bridge as approved by the City Attorney with Alpha Structural, Inc., the firm retained by the CJPIA to analyze the claim and provide the repair estimate; and
3. Approved the addition of three existing pedestrian bridges located at Stanton Park to the City' sfacilities insurance provided through the CJPIA at an annual premium amount of $3, 017 (to be prorated for the remainder of the year); and
4. Directed staff to include any future City bridges on the City' sfacilities insurance.
13. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS — PUBLIC None.
14. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS None.
15. MAYOR/ CHAIRMAN/ COUNCIL/ AGENCY/ AUTHORITY INITIATED BUSINESS 15A. COMMITTEE REPORTS/ COUNCIL/ AGENCY/ AUTHORITY ANNOUNCEMENTS Council Member Torres expressed his gratitude to City stafffortheir efforts in the Council Chamber Audio Project upgrades.
Council Member Van reported on the success of the 5' h Annual Mid -Autumn/ Festival ( Tet Trung thu) 2024, which was held on September 15, 2024, at Stanton Central Park.
1 Mayor Shawver recognized the months of September/ October to be National Hispanic Heritage month and requested that the City celebrate this occasion with the creation of a program honoring the City' s Hispanic community and their heritage.
15B. COUNCILIAGENCY/ AUTHORITY INITIATED ITEMS FORA FUTURE COUNCIL
MEETING
None.
15C. COUNCIL/ AGENCY/ AUTHORITY INITIATED ITEMS FOR A FUTURE STUDY
SESSION
Council Member Torres requested to agendize for discussion homesteading within the City.
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16. ITEMS FROM CITY ATTORNEY/ AGENCY COUNSEL/ AUTHORITY COUNSEL None.
17. ITEMS FROM CITY MANAGER/ EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
None.
17A. ORANGE COUNTY SHERIFF' SDEPARTMENT
At this time the Orange County Sheriffs Department will provide the City Council with an update on their current operations.
Captain Ryan C. Pierce provided the City Council with an update on their current operations.
18. ADJOURNMENT Motion/ Second: Shawver/
Motion carried at 7: 46 p. m.
DAVID J. S, WVER, MAYOR
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