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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 2a - Regular Meeting Minutes of July 18, 2017, Regular Adjourned Meeting Minutes of August 9, 2017, and Regular Meeting Minutes of August 15, 2017 1 07-18-2017 ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, JULY 18, 2017 CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Pro Tem Tay called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. INVOCATION – Reverend Thomas Shriver, Emmanuel Assembly of God PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Art Del Rey, US Navy World War II Veteran ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Beck, Chandler, Verlato, and Tay ABSENT: Amundson A motion was made by Council Member Beck, seconded by Council Member Chandler, to excuse Mayor Amundson from this meeting. REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING CLOSED/STUDY SESSION ITEMS City Attorney Deitsch reported that the City Council conducted a Special Meeting at 1:30 p.m. to consider the one item listed on the posted agenda under Closed Session; he reported that it was anticipated litigation, one matter, which in his opinion was deemed to have been a threat of litigation received by letter challenging Arcadia’s at-large election of council members as opposed to election of council members by district, no reportable action was taken. City Attorney Deitsch further reported that the City Council conducted another Special Meeting at 5:00 p.m. in order to have Study Session discussion to receive a report from staff regarding the 2017 Recreation and Parks Master Plan, no action was taken by the City Council after its discussion. City Attorney Deitsch further announced that at the same Special Meeting, the City Council considered the one item listed on the posted agenda, as a litigation matter, under Closed Session, no reportable action was taken. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS City Manager Lazzaretto reminded the City Council that in June they approved a contract with Studio Spectrum to upgrade the video capabilities in the Council Chambers, which he reported is complete, except for a couple of minor items that are being worked on. MOTION TO READ ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE THE READING IN FULL A motion was made by Council Member Chandler, and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tay to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only and waive the reading in full. 2 07-18-2017 PRESENTATIONS a. Presentation to outgoing Board and Commission Members. b. Administer the Oath of Office to newly appointed Board and Commission Members. c. Presentation of Mayor's Certificate of Commendation to Arcadia High School Senior Tenny Chong for being named Pasadena Star News Swimmer of the Year. 1. PUBLIC HEARING a. Ordinance No. 2348 amending various sections of Article IX, Chapter 1 of the Arcadia Municipal Code (“The Development Code”) with an exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) to prohibit short-term rentals, home sharing, and the advertisement of these uses. Recommended Action: Introduce Associate Planner Jordan Chamberlain presented the staff report. Chief Guthrie appeared and explained the Police Department’s procedures when complaints are received. Mayor Pro Tem Tay opened the public hearing. Charlton Lee, an Arcadia resident, appeared and expressed the nuisances short-term rentals have created in his neighborhood, and would like to see the Ordinance adopted. Jerry Selmer, an Arcadia resident, appeared and shared his concerns regarding the home next to him which is being used as a short-term rental (Airbnb), and urged the City Council to adopt the Ordinance prohibiting short term rental uses. Hans Gustafsson, an Arcadia resident, appeared and thanked the City Council for addressing this matter; he shared his frustration that the quality of life and safety of his neighborhood has become a nuisance in the last eight months caused by short-term rental activity. A motion to close the public hearing was made by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Council Member Beck and, seeing no objection, Mayor Pro Tem Tay declared the public hearing closed. It was moved by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Council Member Verlato, and carried on roll call vote to introduce Ordinance No. 2348 amending various sections of Article IX, Chapter 1 of the Arcadia Municipal Code (“The Development Code”) with an exemption from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) to prohibit short-term rentals, home sharing, and the advertisement of these uses. AYES: Chandler, Verlato, Beck, and Tay NOES: None ABSENT: Amundson 3 07-18-2017 b. Confirm the County of Los Angeles Department of Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures weed abatement charges, and order the County Auditor to enter the amounts of the assessment against the parcels of land as they appear on the current assessment roll. Recommended Action: Approve City Manager Lazzaretto presented the staff report. Mayor Pro Tem Tay opened the public hearing. No one appeared. A motion to close the public hearing was made by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Council Member Beck and seeing no objection, Mayor Pro Tem Tay declared the public hearing closed. It was moved by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Council Member Verlato, and carried on roll call vote to approve the County of Los Angeles Department of Agricultural Commissioner/Weights and Measures weed abatement charges, and order the County Auditor to enter the amounts of the assessment against the parcels of land as they appear on the current assessment roll. AYES: Chandler, Verlato, Beck, and Tay NOES: None ABSENT: Amundson PUBLIC COMMENTS Gail Marshall, an Arcadia resident, appeared and shared some statistics on how coyotes populate; and indicated that wolf urine keeps the coyotes away. Vivian Chan, an Arcadia resident, appeared and addressed the issue of burglaries in Arcadia; she indicated that her home has been burglarized 3 times in less than 2 years, and also her parents’ home was burglarized; and shared her frustration and wanted to know what is being done about burglaries in general. City Manager Lazzaretto shared Ms. Chan’s frustration; he explained that the City Council has approved additional enforcement and resources in the streets; and provided some tips on what residents could do to prevent burglaries of their homes. REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK (including reports from the City Council related to meetings attended at City expense [AB 1234]) Council Member Beck congratulated all incoming and outgoing board and commission members and thanked them for their service; he announced that he participated in the Sierra Madre Fourth of July Parade with Council Member Verlato and her family, and Mayor Amundson; that he and the other City Council Members attended the annual Highlands Homeowners Association picnic at Wilderness Park; that he and City Manager Lazzaretto and Assistant to the City Manager Bruckner will be going to Del Mar Race Track to lobby an amendment to the Tucker Bill in an attempt to get more revenue from the Race Track; he further announced that on August 1, there will be dedication in the renaming of the Museum Education Center in honor of Floretta Lauber; and indicated that he was approached by a representative of the County 4 07-18-2017 Arboretum Board and they would like to have a member of the City Council sit on their board in a non-dues paying capacity. City Attorney Deitsch recommended that the item be placed on a future agenda for discussion, since the matter is not on the agenda. Council Members Chandler and Verlato concurred. Council Member Chandler thanked Mr. Del Rey for giving the pledge of allegiance, and thanked him for his service; he spoke about the problem with burglaries in Arcadia and indicated that Arcadia is putting more officers on the streets, and noted that burglars are using Zillow to target homes to burglarize. Council Member Verlato sympathized with Ms. Chan regarding her family home burglaries; she commented on the Highlands Homeowner Association’s annual picnic, and thanked those City Council Members and staff who attended, including Lt. Tom Cullen; she announced concerts in the park on Thursdays, and movies in the park on Friday nights, and invited everyone to attend; and she announced that Vendome is now open for wine and beer retail sales and tasting. City Clerk Glasco congratulated all incoming and outgoing board and commission members; he noted that Eagle Scout Daniel Black and his Troop came out and landscaped the entire Arcadia Vietnam Memorial Monument with box hedges; he announced that he also participated in the Sierra Madre Fourth of July Parade; and that he also attended the Highlands Homeowner Association picnic at Wilderness Park, and noted that it was a great event. Mayor Pro Tem Tay announced that he also attended the Highlands Homeowner Association picnic at Wilderness Park and that it was a great event; he noted that at last Thursday’s concert in the park, he met some residents who have lived in Arcadia for more than 30 years and did not know about the concerts; he thanked the Recreation and Community Services Department and Police Department’s Volunteers in Patrol Service (VIPS) for the good job they are doing with the concerts and movies in the park events, and noted that at the movies in the park last Friday, there was over 1,000 kids; he announced that August 3 is National Night Out; he commented on the short-term rentals and the parking problem one of the speakers mentioned; he spoke about increasing the parking permit fees to encourage people to park in their drive-ways, and asked that this matter be placed on a future agenda to discuss increasing the parking permit fees. Council Members Chandler and Beck concurred. Council Member Beck also noted that he would like to see a future agenda item to discuss limiting the number of vehicles, not RV’s, that can be parked in a drive-way. Council Member Chandler and Mayor Pro Tem Tay concurred. 1. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Special and Regular Meeting Minutes of June 20, 2017. Recommended Action: Approve b. Resolution No. 7174 authorizing the Arcadia Police Department to use funds allocated from the Citizens’ Option for Public Safety-Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Fund (“COPS-SLESF”) for the purpose of front line police services. Recommended Action: Adopt 5 07-18-2017 c. Purchase Order with Waterline Technologies, Inc. for the purchase and delivery of Sodium Hypochlorite for the disinfection of the City's municipal water supply in the amount of $39,065.60. Recommended Action: Approve d. Purchase Order with 24 Hour LLC, dba National Auto Fleet Group for the purchase of four Ford Explorer black and white police patrol vehicles in the amount of $142,675.84. Recommended Action: Approve e. Accept all work performed by General Pump Company for Inspection and Rehabilitation of the Peck Well Project as complete. Recommended Action: Approve f. Accept all work performed by Vasilj, Inc. for the Miscellaneous Sewer Main Repair Project as complete. Recommended Action: Approve g. Professional Services Agreement with Best Best & Krieger, LLP for Professional Lobbying and Consulting Services to secure grant funding for water and stormwater related projects in the amount of $36,000. Recommended Action: Approve h. Professional Services Agreement with KOA Corporation for On-Call Construction Inspection Services in an amount not to exceed $65,000. Recommended Action: Approve i. Agreement for Legal Publication Services with Beacon Media, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $24,000. Recommended Action: Approve j. Contract with Hot Line Construction, Inc. for the Morlan Place Underground Utility District in the amount of $475,875.50; authorize the associated utility company costs to be paid; accept $166,162.50 from Santa Anita LLC (Rusnak Mercedes- Benz Dealership) for their share of the project; and find that the Project is categorically exempt pursuant to Section 15301 Class 1(b) from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”). Recommended Action: Approve Council Members Beck and Chandler requested that Consent Calendar Item 2.j be pulled for comment. It was moved by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Council Member Verlato, and carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Item 2.a through 2.i. AYES: Chandler, Verlato, Beck, and Tay NOES: None ABSENT: Amundson 6 07-18-2017 Regarding Consent Calendar Item 2.j, Council Member Beck shared his same concerns that he did back in 2015, regarding spending City money to bury the power poles in front of the Rusnak property; he indicated that he still feels the same way, and that he will again be voting no on this item. Council Member Chandler thanked the Rusnak Family for sticking to their commitment on this project. Council Member Verlato indicated that since she was not on the City Council in 2015, when this item was approved, she does not feel it is appropriate to comment, and that she would be abstaining. It was moved by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Tay, and carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Item 2.j. AYES: Chandler, and Tay NOES: Beck and Verlato ABSENT: Amundson City Attorney Deitsch explained that a 2-2 tie vote means that the matter should be continued to a regular meeting where all five Council Members are present. City Manager Lazzaretto provided additional information regarding this item when it was approved in 2015. Council Member Chandler indicated that this item is very important and needs to be approved. A motion was made by Council Member Verlato, seconded Council Member Chandler, and carried on roll call vote to reconsider her earlier vote on Consent Calendar Item 2.j. AYES: Verlato, Chandler, and Tay NOES: Beck ABSENT: Amundson It was moved by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Council Member Verlato, and carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Item 2.j. AYES: Chandler, Verlato, and Tay NOES: Beck ABSENT: Amundson ADJOURNMENT The City Council meeting adjourned at 8:49 p.m. in memory of Jonathan Shoemaker to August 1, 2017, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Conference Room. 7 07-18-2017 ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR ADJOURNED MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, AUGUST 9, 2017 CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Amundson called the regular meeting to order at 7:10 p.m. INVOCATION – Mayor Peter Amundson PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Mayor Peter Amundson ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Beck, Chandler, Verlato, Tay, and Amundson ABSENT: None Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Pro Tem Tay participated via teleconference from 3855 E. Speedway Blvd., Tucson, AZ 85716, and notice was properly posted as required by law. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS City Manager Lazzaretto stated there was no supplemental agenda information. PUBLIC HEARING a. Public hearing to receive public comments on transition to district based elections. Recommendation: Conduct a public hearing to receive public input regarding the composition of the districts and provide direction on the number of draft maps and parameters to be considered City Manager Lazzaretto gave the staff report. In response to questions raised by Council Member Verlato, Dr. Justin Levitt, Vice President, National Demographics Corp., explained that the Federal Voting Rights Act does not necessarily require that a district be drawn by majority or minority, etc., but makes sure to respect the needs of protected class groups in two ways (1) to make sure that if there are groups of protected class individuals that there is no intent to either pack them all into one district so that they cannot exert influence elsewhere; and (2) they cannot be diluted in such a way that prevents them from influencing a number of seats, if possible; and explained that as part of their analysis they will be presenting 3 or 4 options that will be legally defensible maps. Mayor Amundson opened the public hearing. Mike Vercillo, an Arcadia resident, appeared and applauded the City Council for moving toward district based elections instead of spending millions of dollars in litigation; he indicated that he was a little concerned with some of the comments made by the City Council about drawing up districts, and in particular, gerrymandering; he provided the City Council with his own map and a summary of those neighborhoods; he had several “what if” questions that he shared with the City Council; and thanked them for the public hearings and allowing the residents to share their comments and concerns. Richard A. McDonald, Esq., representing the Chinese American Equalization Association, appeared and reiterated some of the same suggestions he provided at the August 1, 2017, City Council meeting regarding the creation of at least 3 Asian majority districts, and more simple districts such as north, northeast, northwest, south, southeast, southwest, and central; he presented 2 maps that he spoke about regarding his first and second suggestion (Submission A and Submission B); he suggested creating an independent task force; he indicated that in 2021 the district lines would have to be redone, because of new census data; he further indicated that there was discussion about the dates regarding going to a June or November, and suggested keeping an eye on Senate Bill 568 (Lara) which the legislature is going to change the June primary to March, but was recently amended to allow the governor the discretion to go even earlier in the year. Caroline Blake, an Arcadia resident, appeared and indicated that her comments may change in the future because it is so early in the process, but that her neighborhood is made up of all ethnic groups that seem to get along, which she is pleased about; she is opposed to combining all the HOAs into one district; she proposed that the Village be combined with other R-1 single- story homes; she is in favor of making the population in each of the districts equal; she favors a City Council residency for those running for City Council at 5 years, one year seems short to her; and regarding the under representation of any one ethnic group, she feels that voter records could show the percentages of ethics groups, if there is a problem; she is not in favor of any one specific ethnic group living in any one district, and that she would not want to be represented by 98% of any one specific ethic group; that all neighborhoods in Arcadia have a variety of ethnic groups; and thanked the City Council for allowing her to provide comments. Council Member Chandler made a motion to close the public hearing, and, seeing no objection, Mayor Amundson declared the public hearing closed. City Manager Lazzaretto indicated that the next public hearing was scheduled for September 5; however, the demographer is not available and recommended the City Council set the next public hearing date for September 7, 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber to receive input regarding the draft maps, and stated that the maps will be available on or about August 28. It was moved by Council Member Beck, seconded by Council Member Chandler and carried on roll call vote to set a Public Hearing on Thursday, September 7, 2017, at 6:00 p.m., in the Council Chamber to receive public input regarding the content of the draft map or maps and the proposed sequence of elections. AYES: Beck, Chandler, Verlato, Tay, and Amundson NOES: None ABSENT: None In response to City Manager Lazzaretto’s recommendation, all Council Members provided their remarks and comments regarding the make-up of the maps to the demographer. City Manager Lazzaretto indicated that all staff reports and proposed maps will be placed on the City’s website. In response to Council Member Verlato’s inquiry, City Manager Lazzaretto indicated that discussion on the consolidation of the City’s election with the County election will be conducted at the September 7 City Council meeting; he further indicated that only an ordinance is required, not a vote of the people since the State is compelling cities to do this, which supersedes the City Charter. PUBLIC COMMENTS – no one appeared. REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK (including reports from the City Council related to meetings attended at City expense [AB 1234]) Council Member Verlato only indicated that she missed the Recreation and Parks Commission meeting tonight, but had no comments. Mayor Pro Tem Tay had no comments. Council Member Chandler had no comments. Council Member Beck had no comments. City Clerk Glasco had no comments. Mayor Amundson reported that yesterday the Foothill Unity Center had a great back to school event, that they had about 1,100 students, and served about 500 families; he announced that Thursday is the last concert of the summer series; and commented on an article in today’s Pasadena Star News entitled “Meddling Sacramento - Stepping on us as a City”. ADJOURNMENT The City Council meeting adjourned at 7:58 p.m. to August 15, 2017, 5:00 p.m. in the City Council Conference Room. 1 08-15-2017 ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2017 CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Amundson called the meeting to order at 5:00 p.m. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Beck, Chandler, Verlato, Tay, and Amundson ABSENT: None PUBLIC COMMENTS – No one appeared CLOSED SESSION a. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) to confer with legal counsel regarding the matter of Los Angeles SMSA Limited Partnership, a California limited partnership d/b/a Verizon Wireless v. City of Arcadia (United States District Court, Central District, Case No.: 2:17-cv-03778 DSF JEMx). No reportable action was taken on the Closed Session item. STUDY SESSION a. Report, discussion and direction regarding potential revenue enhancement through a voter-approved sales tax measure. (Continued from the August 1, 2017, Study Session) The City Council received a report from City Manager Lazzaretto regarding potential revenue enhancement through a voter-approved sales tax measure; the City Council (5-0) directed staff to bring back options concerning retention of a consultant and a survey company in order to further the possible placement of a ballot measure before the voters concerning a potential sales tax measure. b. Report, discussion and direction regarding Crime Reduction Strategies. Regarding the “Ring doorbell program” presented by Police Chief Guthrie, on motion by Council Member Beck, seconded by Council Member Chandler, the City Council (5-0) allocated up to $25,000 to support a $50 rebate program toward the purchase by a homeowner of the $200 item, and the Ring doorbell company will also provide a $50 rebate thereby causing the item to cost $100, instead of the $200 charge for the item; the City Council also authorized the expenditure of up to $40,000 to waive the $40 annual alarm permit from the City; the motion was approved 5-0. c. Report, discussion and direction regarding One Arcadia Competition Results. The City Council received a report from City Manager Lazzaretto regarding the One Arcadia Competition results; this item pertained to a competition among City staff, led by City Manager Lazzaretto, to propose programs that might bring Arcadians together. The City Council provided their input to City Manager Lazzaretto. 2 08-15-2017 The meeting ended at 6:56 p.m. REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 7:00 p.m. CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Amundson called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. INVOCATION – Reverend Jolene Cadenbach, Arcadia Congregational Church PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Jack McRae, United States Navy Veteran ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Beck, Chandler, Verlato, Tay, and Amundson ABSENT: None REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING CLOSED/STUDY SESSION ITEMS City Attorney Deitsch announced that the City Council met in a Closed Session to consider the one item listed on the posted agenda under Closed Session (a litigation matter), no reportable action was taken. City Attorney Deitsch further announced that the City Council met in a Study Session to report, discuss and provide direction regarding the 3 items listed on the posted agenda (1) regarding a potential revenue enhancement though a voter-approved sales tax measure, it was the consensus of the City Council to bring back options concerning retention of a consultant and a survey company in order to further the possible placement of a ballot measure before the voters concerning a potential sales tax measure; (2) regarding Crime Reduction Strategies, regarding a “Ring doorbell program”, on motion by Council Member Beck, seconded by Council Member Chandler, the City Council (5-0) allocated up to $25,000 to support a $50 rebate program toward the purchase by a homeowner of the $200 item; the Ring doorbell company will also provide a $50 rebate, thereby causing the item to cost $100, instead of the $200 charge for the item; the City Council also authorized the expenditure of up to $40,000 to waive the $40 annual alarm permit from the City ; the motion was approved 5-0; and (3) regarding the One Arcadia competition results, this item pertains to an effort by City staff lead by the City Manager Lazzaretto to propose programs that might bring Arcadians together. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS City Manager Lazzaretto stated that he had no supplemental agenda information, but noted that it is National City Hall Selfie Day and snapped a selfie from the dais of the audience. MOTION TO READ ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE THE READING IN FULL A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Tay and seconded by Council Member Chandler to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only and waive the reading in full. 3 08-15-2017 PRESENTATIONS a. Presentation of Mayor's Certificate of Commendation to Janet Chew for her many years of service to the Arcadia Unified School District. b. Presentation of Mayor's Certificate of Recognition to WaterSMART Heroes for their efforts in water conservation. PUBLIC COMMENTS Ringo Suen, an Arcadia resident, appeared and shared his concerns regarding the traffic issues at Highland Oaks Elementary School; he presented a site model and requested additional signage at the school due to safety issues regarding the drop-off area; he explained the situation which he views as dangerous; and requested an additional “no right turn” sign, additional 25 mile limit signs on Virginia Road because parents tend to drive faster than the required speed limit, and a “no-pedestrian crossing” sign near the kindergarten gate. City Manager Lazzaretto indicated that this matter will be forwarded to the Traffic Safety Committee for review; he indicated that he and Superintendent Vannasdall have been talking about getting parents involved to talk about the school sites and problems that need to be addressed. In response to Council Member Beck’s inquiry, City Manager Lazzaretto indicated that there is a City Council and School Board joint meeting on October 30, 2017, and stated that these types of matters will be on the agenda. Council Member Beck indicated that he would like to see the School District take on a little more responsibility for the parents that are breaking the law in front of their schools. REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK (including reports from the City Council related to meetings attended at City expense [AB 1234]) Council Member Beck congratulated Janet Chew on receiving the Mayor’s Certificate of Commendation for her continued volunteer work, and the WaterSMART Heroes for their water conservation efforts, and thanked the Arcadia Beautiful Commission for honoring them; he announced that all 5 Council Members attended a block party in southwest Arcadia last Sunday and indicated that it was an enjoyable event, and hopes that more parts of town decide to have block parties. Council Member Chandler thanked Roger and Marilyn Willander for hosting the block party last Sunday. Council Member Verlato thanked Ringo Suen for attending and speaking about the safety issues at Highland Oaks Elementary School; she announced that she also attended the block party on Sunday, and indicated that if anyone is interested in having a block party they should contact the City; she noted that last Thursday was the last summer concert in the park; she noted some of the events being held around town for the victims of the apartment fire on Fairview Avenue, and thanked the Arcadia Fire Fighters Association and the Arcadia Fire Department for all they have done and are doing to help the victims. 4 08-15-2017 Mayor Pro Tem Tay spoke about getting to know your neighbors, which helps prevent crime in the neighborhood, and that if anyone is interested in having a block parties, they should contact Mike Vercillo at the Arcadia Police Department. City Clerk Glasco announced that on August 19, the Arcadia Elks Lodge will be hosting a dinner event for WWII Veterans; he noted that Mayor Amundson will be speaking, and he will be the Master of Ceremonies; and that 54 veterans will be attending. Mayor Amundson mirrored what Mayor Pro Tem Tay said about block parties; he announced that school begins on Thursday in Arcadia; and that the Foothill Unity Center purchased a new building and is having a ribbon-cutting ceremony is on Thursday; he indicated that the School District and the City are separate entities, but will be meeting to discuss issues for the good of Arcadia; he also commented on the apartment fire on Fairview Avenue, and thanked all the first responders, and announced that a GoFundMe account has been set up if anyone is interested in donating. 1. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Special Meeting Minutes of July 18, 2017, Special Meeting Minutes of July 21, 2017, and Regular Meeting Minutes of August 1, 2017. Recommended Action: Approve b. Professional Services Agreement with KOA Corporation for Traffic Signal Design Services in the amount of $72,806. Recommended Action: Approve c. Purchase of taser equipment by TASER International from Proforce Law Enforcement in an amount not to exceed $45,200. Recommended Action: Waive the Formal Bid Process and Approve d. Appropriation in the amount of $266,666.67 from the Capital Outlay Reserve Fund for the City’s shared cost for the replacement of the synthetic track at Arcadia High School. Recommended Action: Approve e. Accept all work performed by FS Contractors, Inc. for the Fiscal Year 2016-17 Annual Concrete Repairs Project as complete. Recommended Action: Approve It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Tay, seconded by Council Member Chandler, and carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Items 1.a through 1.e. AYES: Tay, Chandler, Beck, Verlato, and Amundson NOES: None ABSENT: None 5 08-15-2017 2. CITY MANAGER a. Professional Services Agreement with First Transit, Inc. for the daily operation of the Arcadia Transit Dial-A-Ride and Fixed Route system in an amount not to exceed $8,248,078. Recommended Action: Approve Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director Kruckeberg, Deputy Development Services Director Wray, and Transportation Services Manager Hui provided the staff report. The following individuals appeared to speak. Jolly Wu, an Arcadia resident, appeared and thanked the Mayor and City Council, and offered a special thanks to Deputy Development Services Director Phil Wray for listening to their needs, and she is very happy about the new vendor; she encouraged City staff to keep an eye on the new contract and make sure they follow all ADA laws; she expressed her concerns regarding their 12 requests and knows that the City is currently working on them; and also spoke about the waiting period for the bus. Gail Marshall, an Arcadia resident, appeared and also thanked the City Council and City staff for choosing First Transit; she would still like to see transit services go outside the City limits at least one or two times a week to take residents to doctor appointments; she indicated that surrounding cities offer this service; she also spoke about the possibility of using Measure M money to be used for transit services to go outside the City limits; and indicated that she recently attended a Measure M planning meeting in April, and encouraged the City to look into why Arcadia has not received its allocation of Measure M money. Jason Snow, CEO of Southland Transit, appeared and thanked the City of Arcadia for the 30 year relationship with the City in providing transit service to the residents of Arcadia. It was moved by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Council Member Verlato, and carried on roll call vote to approve, and authorize and direct the City Manager to execute, a Professional Services Agreement with First Transit, Inc. for the daily operation of the Arcadia Transit Dial-A-Ride and Fixed Route system in an amount not to exceed $8,248,078. AYES: Chandler, Verlato, Beck, Tay, and Amundson NOES: None ABSENT: None In response to Mayor Pro Tem Tay’s inquiry, Transportation Services Manager Hui responded that residents do not have to wait outside for the bus, that with the new service, the resident will get advance notice that the bus is on its way which will allow the user enough time to go outside. City Manager Lazzaretto thanked Mr. Snow and his organization for their service to Arcadia. b. Designate Mayor Pro Tem Tay as the voting delegate, and City Manager Lazzaretto as the alternate voting delegate for the 2017, League of California Cities Annual Conference. Recommended Action: Approve 6 08-15-2017 City Manager Lazzaretto presented the staff report. Police Chief Guthrie explained the purpose and difference between the County’s Blue Ribbon Commission and the League of California Cities efforts regarding strategies that will reduce the unintended negative impacts of AB 109, Proposition 47, and Proposition 57. It was moved by Council Member Beck, seconded by Council Member Chandler, and carried on roll call vote to approve Mayor Pro Tem Tay as the voting delegate, and City Manager Lazzaretto as the alternate voting delegate for the 2017, League of California Cities Annual Conference, and to support Resolution No. 1, and Resolution No. 2. AYES: Beck, Chandler, Tay, Verlato, and Amundson NOES: None ABSENT: None ADJOURNMENT The City Council meeting adjourned at 8:44 p.m. to September 5, 2017, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Conference Room.