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Home My WebLink About11/20/2018 ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 20, 2018 CALL TO ORDER— Mayor Tay called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Amundson, Beck, Chandler, Verlato, and Tay 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 Dana Nava v. Dominic Lazzaretto; Real Party in Interest: City of Arcadia; California Court of Appeal Second Appellate District Case No.: B266783. b. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) to confer with legal counsel regarding the Workers' Compensation matter of Alicia Gallo v. City of Arcadia; Workers' Compensation Appeals Board Case No.: ADJ 9225051. 111 c. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) to confer with legal counsel regarding the matter of Kristin Gavrity, et al., v. City of Arcadia; United States District Court [Central District] Case No.: 2:18-cv-5769-DDP-JPR. No reportable action was taken on the Closed Session items. The meeting ended at 7:10 p.m. Regular Meeting City Council Chamber, 7:00 p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Tay called the regular meeting to order at 7:14 p.m. 2. INVOCATION — Reverend Julie Bryant, Church of the Transfiguration 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Gene Glasco, Elected City Clerk 4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Amundson, Beck, Chandler, Verlato, and Tay ABSENT: None 5. REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING CLOSED/STUDY SESSION ITEMS City Attorney Deitsch announced that the City Council met in a Closed Session prior to the regular meeting to consider the three items listed on the posted agenda, and no reportable action was taken. 1 11-20-2018 6. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS City Manager Lazzaretto noted that the staff report relating to Consent Calendar Item 10.c, had the wrong date listed on the staff report, which was corrected and distributed to the City Council. 7. MOTION TO READ ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE THE READING IN FULL A motion was made by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Council Member Amundson to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only and waive the reading in full. 8. PUBLIC COMMENTS Helen Romero Shaw, a Public Affairs Manager with the Southern California Gas Company, appeared and spoke about natural gas, and indicated that the State of California is promoting electricity as the only source of energy, and that the Gas Company is promoting customer choice of energy; she explained that electricity is more expensive than natural gas; and indicated that she will be sending additional information to City Manager Lazzaretto. Jolene Cadenbach, representing Arcadia Congregational Church, appeared and explained the reasons why she is opposed to the proposed Historical Preservation Ordinance, and indicated that the Church was placed on the list without notification. Corinne Patera, representing the Arcadia Congregational Church, appeared and provided her reasons why she is opposed to the proposed Historical Preservation Ordinance; and asked the City Council not to put the Church on the Historical Preservation. Mark Shyang Liu, representing the Righteous Quest Foundation, appeared and stated that there will be an event to replace the temporary plaque with a permanent monument for Dr. Robert O. Wilson at the Methodist Church, and asked the City Council to co-host the event. Rabbi Shalom Stiefel appeared and invited the City Council and residents to the Annual Menorah Lighting Event on December 3, at the Transit Plaza. Reverend Julie Bryant, from the Church of the Transfiguration, appeared and responded to questions raised by Mayor Pro Tern Verlato; and expressed her concerns regarding the Historical Preservation Ordinance, and the City not engaging in conversation with the Church on how they intend to use the property for the benefit of the whole community. In response to Council Member Amundson's inquiry, City Manager Lazzaretto indicated that all property owners on the list were sent notice. Ms. Bryant requested the City postpone the hearing, until there is evidence that all property owners have received notice. 9. REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK (including reports from the City Council related to meetings attended at City expense jAB 1234]). Council Member Beck announced that the Arcadia High School Football Team will be playing for the CIF Championship on December 6, and the Tree Lighting ceremony will also be on 2 11-20-2018 December 6, at the Transit Plaza, that the Windmill at Denny's Restaurant will be installed next Monday, and will be started up on November 30; and he wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Council Member Chandler announced that he attended the 65th Annual Arcadia Festival of Bands Parade, and that it was a tremendous event; and encouraged residents that received a Community Feedback Survey to fill it out and return it to the City. Council Member Amundson stated that he would like to support the Methodist Church in honoring Dr. Robert O. Wilson, and requested that the matter be placed on a future agenda for discussion (the City Council unanimously (5-0) concurred); he commented on Ms. Shaw's comments from Southern California Gas Company; he congratulated the Arcadia High School Football team for making it to the CIF finals; he announced that he also attended the 65th Annual Arcadia Festival of Bands; and wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Mayor Pro Tem Verlato noted that she spent Veterans Day at the Vietnam Veterans War Monument; she attended a Neighborhood Watch meeting, and encouraged neighborhoods to set up a neighborhood watch program; she announced that she will be attending the Menorah Lighting Ceremony on December 3; she thanked Pastor Bryant for her comments on the Historic Preservation Ordinance and encouraged her to get in touch with Mr. Kruckeberg or Planning/Community Development Administrator Lisa Flores regarding her concerns; and she extended her thoughts and prayers to the victims and those affected by the Border Line Grill shooting, and wildfires in California; she reminded everyone that this is a good time to know where your important documents are, and reminded everyone to be prepared, and give thanks for what we have. City Clerk Glasco announced that he also attended the 65th Annual Arcadia Festival of Bands parade, and on December 1, is the Annual Snow Festival, and the Balinese Shadow Puppet Storytelling at the Floretta K. Lauber Museum Education Center; and stated that the Recreation and Community Services Department will be mailing Letters to Santa to the North Pole received between November 12 and December 21. Mayor Tay stated that the City is a member of the CPA Green Power Alliance, and noted that in December residents will receive information regarding renewable energy rates; he announced the Snow Festival on December 1, and the Police Department Ring Security Rebate Program Launch event at the Masonic Lodge on December 5, and on December 6, is the Holiday Tree Lighting event at the Transit Plaza. 10. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Regular Meeting Minutes of October 2, 2018. Recommended Action: Approve b. Cancellation of the January 1, 2019, Regular City Council Meeting. Recommended Action: Approve c. Donations in the amount of $1,100 from the Community in support of the "Summer at Your Library" Program at the Arcadia Public Library. Recommended Action: Accept 3 11-20-2018 d. Professional Services Agreement with Mariposa Landscapes, Inc. for Landscape Maintenance Services in the amount of$522,936. Recommended Action: Approve e. Extension to the Professional Services Agreement with Scientia Consulting Group, Inc. for IT Consulting Services in the amount of$362,280. Recommended Action: Approve f. Electric Vehicle Charge Station Site Host Agreement with EV Connect for the installation and maintenance of electric vehicle charging stations. Recommended Action: Approve g. Management Agreement with Touchstone Golf, LLC for the Management of Operations and Maintenance of the Arcadia Par 3 Golf Course. Recommended Action: Approve h. Contract with Cedro Construction, Inc. for the Water Main Replacement Project in the amount of$302,302. Recommended Action: Approve i. Contract with Perry C. Thomas Construction, Inc. for the Rehabilitation of the Pressure Reducing Station Project in the amount of$94,926. Recommended Action: Approve. j. Purchase Order with George Chevrolet for the purchase of a new 2019 four-wheel drive Chevrolet Silverado pick-up in the amount of$42,475.42. Recommended Action: Approve k. Purchase of a 3-D Laser Scanner System (Forensic ScanStation) by Leica Geosystems from Precision Survey Supply, LLC in an amount not to exceed $90,000. Recommended Action: Waive the Formal Bid Process and Approve Council Member Beck requested Consent Calendar item 10.k be pulled for comment and discussion. Council Member Chandler requested Consent Calendar item 10.c be pulled for comment and discussion. It was moved by Council Member Beck, seconded by Council Member Chandler, and carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Items 10.a, 10.b, and 10.d. through 10.j. AYES: Beck, Chandler, Amundson, Verlato, and Tay NOES: None ABSENT: None Regarding Consent Calendar Item 10.c, Council Member Chandler thanked those businesses who donated to the Library's "Summer at your Library" Program, and read the names of those businesses. 4 11-20-2018 It was moved by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Beck, and carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Item 10.c. AYES: Chandler, Beck, Amundson, Verlato, and Tay NOES: None ABSENT: None Regarding Consent Calendar 10.k, Council Member Beck explained his reasons why he feels $90,000 could be used for other things, like police overtime, especially during the deficit budget. Police Chief Guthrie explained the purpose of the 3-D Laser Scanner System (Forensic ScanStation) as it relates to criminal investigations, major traffic investigations, etc., and noted that the current scanner was purchased in 2005. In response to Council Member Chandler's inquiry, City Manager Lazzaretto responded that the $90,000 for the scanner was budgeted in the FY 2018-19 budget, and approved. In response to Mayor Pro Tern Verlato's inquiry, Police Chief Guthrie guesstimated the usage of the 3-D Laser Scanner. It was moved by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Verlato, and carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Item 10.k. AYES: Chandler, Verlato, Amundson, and Tay NOES: None ABSTAIN: Beck 11. CITY MANAGER a. Appointment of a Delegate to the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District Board of Trustees. Recommended Action: Make 4-Year Appointment City Manager Lazzaretto presented the staff report. It was moved by Council Member Beck, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Verlato, and carried on roll call vote to appoint Council Member Chandler as a Delegate to the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District Board of Trustees, for a term of four years. AYES: Beck, Verlato, Amundson, Chandler, and Tay NOES: None ABSENT: None 12. ADJOURNMENT The City Council meeting adjourned in memory of longtime Arcadia resident Vern Hubbard at 8:28 p.m. to December 4, 2018, 6:00 p.m. in the Council Conference Room. 5 11-20-2018 ./- -Z Mayor of the Citybf Arcadia Y ATTEST: i AIA. C i-f "-puty City Clerk/ Rec. •s Manager I I 6 11-20-2018