HomeMy WebLinkAbout05/19/2020 ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, MAY 19, 2020
1. CALL TO ORDER— Mayor Chandler called the regular meeting to order at 7:17 p.m.
2. INVOCATION — Reverend Eva Thai-Erwin, Church of the Good Shepherd
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — City Clerk Glasco
4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
PRESENT: Beck, Cheng, Verlato, Tay, and Chandler
ABSENT: None
5. REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING CLOSED/STUDY SESSION ITEMS
City Attorney Deitsch announced that prior to the regular meeting, the City Council conducted a
Study Session to hear a report from staff to discuss and provide direction regarding the
proposed Operating Budget for Fiscal Years 2020-21, and proposed Capital Improvement and
Equipment Plan for Fiscal Years 2020-25; he indicated that no reportable action was taken; and
that the proposed budget will be brought back at a future Regular Meeting of the City Council for
a public hearing.
6. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA
ITEMS
City Manager Lazzaretto announced that in regards to Agenda Item 10.b, several changes were
made to the updated Liaison List; and that he will read those changes during that agenda item.
7. MOTION TO READ ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE ONLY AND
WAIVE THE READING IN FULL
A motion was made by Council Member Verlato, and seconded by Mayor Chandler, to read all
ordinances and resolutions by title only and waive the reading in full.
8. PUBLIC COMMENTS
City Manager Lazzaretto announced that one (1) email was submitted for Public Comment; that
there are three callers on the line; and read into the record the email submitted for Public
Comment from the following:
Mike Lucas: Concerned about the hospitality industry and dining establishments during COVID-
19.
Former Council Member Peter Amundson, called and spoke about the Downtown Arcadia
Improvement Association; he asked the City Council to appoint him to the Board of Directors of
the Association; and thanked the City Council in advance for their consideration.
Sue Cook, President of the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce Board, called and provided
information regarding the "Arcadia Strong" Campaign; she indicated that the campaign raises
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funds to offset some of the costs for renewing memberships; she encouraged everyone to raise
funds by visiting ArcadiaStrong.com or by donating through the Chamber website; and thanked
the City Council and Arcadia residents for their support.
Donna Choi, Executive Director of the Downtown Arcadia Improvement Association, called and
spoke about the Patriotic Festival; she indicated that this year the event has been transformed
into the Patriotic Festivities, a series of videos; she provided a slide show; explained the
purpose of the videos; she encouraged everyone to support local business by shopping in
Arcadia; and thanked the City Council for all the great work that they are doing.
9. REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK (including reports
from the City Council related to meetings attended at City expense SAB 1234]).
Council Member Verlato announced that she has been participating in many virtual meetings
with Los Angeles County regarding COVID-19 updates; she also announced that last week was
the virtual Town Hall with Methodist Hospital; that she attended the Arcadia Chamber of
Commerce Board Meeting; she spoke about the Arcadia Strong Campaign; she encouraged
the City Council to make purchases through the campaign in order to support local businesses;
she stated that she attended the Arcadia Council PTA virtual meeting; she reported that the
school districts are taking budget cuts; that the Summer School Program will be conducted
online, and that it is unknown when the school year will begin; she commented on the Patriotic
Festivities video presented by the Downtown Arcadia Improvement Association; she
encouraged everyone to watch the videos and sign up for giveaways; she announced that on
Thursday, May 21, she is meeting with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments; she
indicated that the Board continues to work on funding for homelessness; she stated that the City
of Arcadia was awarded a grant from the Board for the continuation of sanitation stations for the
homeless; and noted that she is happy to serve as a liaison.
Council Member Beck addressed the email received during Public Comments regarding City
restaurants; he encouraged everyone to support local restaurants; he spoke about the impact
COVID-19 is having on malls and strip centers; he provided unemployment rates for the county
of Los Angeles; he stated that the City's sales tax is going to take a huge hit, and spoke about
the impact this will have on the Westfield Santa Anita Mall, the Transient Occupancy Tax, and
the Santa Anita Race Track; he announced that prior to the meeting the City Council met in a
Budget Study Session; and indicated that the City Council is working on a realistic budget while
maintaining a high level of services.
Council Member Cheng thanked Council Member Verlato for introducing him to virtual meetings
relating to COVID-19; he indicated that he has also attended those meetings and that the
updates have been very informative; he stated that business owners have been contacting the
City Council to express their concerns; he noted that the City Council is working on addressing
their concerns; he shared a story involving an Arcadia resident and Arcadia Fire and Police; he
commended the staff for their selfless act in assisting the resident; he reminded everyone to
shop in Arcadia; he thanked City Manager Lazzaretto for his support and guidance during his
completion of orientation; and stated that he is excited to work with City staff, the City Council
and residents to make Arcadia better.
Council Member Tay announced that he attended a virtual meeting with the Clean Power
Alliance; he indicated that the energy provider is giving a one-time $25 bill credit to residents
that sign up for CARE, FERA, or Medical Baseline assistance on or after March 16, and a one-
time $50 bill credit to small business owners; and encouraged everyone to visit the website for
more information.
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City Clerk Glasco spoke about the significance of Memorial Day; he recognized the first
responders of the 9/11 attack; he commended the healthcare professionals who are saving
others while risking their own life during the Coronavirus pandemic; he shared stories of fallen
veterans; he announced that on Saturday, May 23, the in-ground lighting at the Arcadia Vietnam
War Memorial Monument will be adjusted to shine red, white and blue; that on Memorial Day,
Monday, May 25, from 10 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. free flags will be available to place at the Monument
to honor of loved ones; he reminded everyone that facial coverings and social distancing are
mandatory;
Mayor Chandler honored City Clerk Glasco for his service in the military; he spoke about the
recent explosion in Downtown Los Angeles; he expressed his concerns on behalf of the City of
Arcadia and the Arcadia Firefighters for the Los Angeles Firefighters that were injured during the
explosion; he commented on the success and professionalism of the Town Hall meeting; he
announced that the Town Hall meeting will be televised after this meeting; and encouraged
everyone to watch.
10. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Regular Meeting Minutes of May 5, 2020.
Recommended Action: Approve
b. Mayor's appointments of City Council Members to City Boards, Commissions, and
Outside Governmental Agencies.
Recommended Action: Receive and File
c. Resolution No. 7309 amending Resolution No. 7204 establishing compensation and
related benefits for employees represented by the Arcadia City Employees
Association (Senior Civil Engineer).
Recommended Action: Adopt
d. Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Arcadia Unified School
District for Transportation Services in an amount not to exceed $30,300.
Recommended Action: Approve
e. Purchase of a Bi-Directional Amplifier ("BDA") System from Day Wireless Systems in
an amount not to exceed $64,600.
Recommended Action: Waive the Formal Bid Process and Approve
In response to Council Member Beck and Council Member Verlato's request, City Manager
Lazzaretto read into the record the changes made to City Council Liaison list pertaining to
Agenda Item 10.b.
It was moved by Council Member Verlato, seconded by Council Member Cheng, and carried on
a roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Items 10.a through 10.e.
AYES: Verlato, Cheng, Beck, Tay, and Chandler
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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11. CITY MANAGER
a. Appointments to the Board of Directors of the Downtown Arcadia Improvement
Association ("DAIA") and Legal Affairs Subcommittee.
Recommended Action: Approve and Provide Direction
City Manager Lazzaretto provided the staff report.
A motion was made by Council Member Beck, and seconded by Council Member Cheng, to
formally nominate Tim Schwehr and Peter Amundson to the Board of Directors of the Downtown
Arcadia Improvement Association ("DAIA").
AYES: Beck, Cheng, Verlato, Tay, and Chandler
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
After discussion the City Council unanimously directed staff to bring back a report regarding the
Legal Affairs Subcommittee for City Council consideration at the June 2, 2020, City Council
meeting.
b. Resolution No. 7307 approving continued participation in the Los Angeles Urban
County Community Development Block Grant ("CDBG") Program; and authorizing
the Mayor to sign a Cooperation Agreement with Los Angeles County Development
Authority ("LACDA").
Recommended Action: Adopt
City Manager Lazzaretto provided the staff report.
A motion was made by Council Member Verlato, and seconded by Council Member Cheng, to
adopt Resolution No. 7307 approving continued participation in the Los Angeles Urban County
Community Development Block Grant ("CDBG") Program; and authorizing the Mayor to sign a
Cooperation Agreement with Los Angeles County Development Authority ("LACDA").
AYES: Verlato, Cheng, Beck, Tay, and Chandler
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
c. Report, discussion, and direction regarding COVID-19.
City Manager Lazzaretto provided an update on COVID-19.
Resolution No. 7311 ratifying an emergency appropriation and amending the Fiscal
Year 2019-20 General Fund Budget authorizing a supplemental appropriation in the
amount of $20,000 to purchase emergency supplies for COVID-19 transmission
mitigation.
Recommended Action: Adopt
City Manager Lazzaretto provided the staff report.
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A motion was made by Council Member Verlato, and seconded by Council Member Beck, to
adopt Resolution No. 7311 ratifying an emergency appropriation and amending the Fiscal Year
2019-20 General Fund Budget authorizing a supplemental appropriation in the amount of
$20,000 to purchase emergency supplies for COVID-19 transmission mitigation.
AYES: Verlato, Beck, Cheng, Tay, and Chandler
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
12. SUCCESSOR AGENCY
a. Successor Agency Resolution No. SA-18 authorizing the issuance and sale of Tax
Allocation Refunding Bonds and approving the form of an indenture of trust, an
escrow agreement (2001A Bonds), and escrow agreement (2010 Bonds), and
authorizing certain other actions in connection therewith.
Recommended Action: Adopt
City Manager Lazzaretto provided the staff report.
A motion was made by Council Member Verlato, and seconded by Council Member Cheng, to
adopt Successor Agency Resolution No. SA-18 authorizing the issuance and sale of Tax
Allocation Refunding Bonds and approving the form of an indenture of trust, an escrow
agreement (2001A Bonds), and escrow agreement (2010 Bonds), and authorizing certain other
actions in connection therewith.
AYES: Verlato, Cheng, Beck, Tay, and Chandler
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
13. ADJOURNMENT
In response to Mayor Chandler's request, City Manager Lazzaretto provided Hank Voznick's
eulogy.
The City Council meeting adjourned in memory of long time Arcadia resident Hank Voznick at
8:44 p.m. to Tuesday, June 2, 2020, 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
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May of the City of Arcadia
ATTEST:
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Assistant City Clerk
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