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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 10a - Regular Meeting Minutes of November 21, 2023, and December 5, 2023 1 11-21-2023 ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 21, 2023 CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Verlato called the Closed Session to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Cheng, Kwan, Wang, Cao, and Verlato ABSENT: None PUBLIC COMMENTS – No one appeared. CLOSED SESSION a. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(4) to confer with legal counsel regarding initiation of litigation: one (1) case. b. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 to confer with labor negotiators. City Negotiators: City Manager Dominic Lazzaretto, and Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director Jason Kruckeberg. Employee Organizations: Arcadia Public Works Employees Association, Arcadia City Employees Association, Arcadia Police Civilian Employees Association, Arcadia Police Officers’ Association, Arcadia Firefighters’ Association, and unrepresented employees: Department Heads, Division Managers, Supervisors, and part-time employees. No reportable action was taken. The Closed Session ended at 7:00 p.m. Regular Meeting City Council Chambers, 7:00 p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Verlato called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:06 p.m. 2. INVOCATION – Pastor Andre Bribiesca, Vessel Calvary Chapel Arcadia 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Arcadia Troop 103 (Boys and Girls) 4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Cheng, Kwan, Wang, Cao, and Verlato ABSENT: None 5. REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING CLOSED/STUDY SESSION ITEMS City Attorney Maurer reported that prior to the Regular Meeting the City Council met in Closed Session to discuss the two items listed on the posted agenda; and stated that no reportable action was taken. 2 11-21-2023 6. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS City Manager Lazzaretto announced that an email was received from Arcadia resident, Sonia Martin, regarding her Public Comment for Item 8.a. 7. PRESENTATIONS a. Presentation of Mayor’s Certificates of Commendation to Breeders’ Cup Captains. b. Presentation by the Water Quality Authority to the City Council and Community. 8. APPOINTMENTS a. Appointment to the Recreation and Parks Commission. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Make Appointment to Fill Unexpired Term City Manager Lazzaretto presented the Staff Report and the City Council conducted the nomination process. Council Member Kwan nominated Roberto Ayala. Council Member Wang nominated Roberto Ayala. Council Member Cheng nominated Jamie Lee. Mayor Pro Tem Cao nominated Jamie Lee. Seeing no other nominations, the City Council proceeded to discuss the candidates, and ultimately cast their votes as follows: Council Member Cheng – Jamie Lee Council Member Kwan – Roberto Ayala Council Member Wang – Roberto Ayala Mayor Pro Tem Cao – Jamie Lee Mayor Verlato – Roberto Ayala As a result, Roberto Ayala was appointed to the Recreation and Parks Commission to fill the unexpired term ending June 30, 2024, on a 3 to 2 vote. 9. PUBLIC COMMENTS Evelyn, an Arcadia resident, appeared and shared her concern for the safety of peafowl at the intersection Golden West Avenue and Victoria Drive; and she recommended a 4-way stop or other traffic safety signage indicating that peafowl frequently cross the roadway in this area. 10. REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK (including reports from the City Council related to meetings attended at City expense [AB 1234]). Mayor Pro Tem Cao provided a report on the various events that he attended or will be attending as a representative of the City and indicated that he met with the Deputy Under Secretary of the 3 11-21-2023 United States Army to discuss what more could be done for our U.S. Service Members, past and present. Council Member Cheng provided a report on the various events that he attended or will be attending as a representative of the City and thanked all Veterans, his fellow Council Members, staff, and the Breeders Cup volunteers for making Arcadia great. Council Member Wang provided a report on the various events that she attended as a representative of the City and she extended her deepest gratitude to City staff and wished everyone a Happy Thanksgiving. Council Member Kwan provided a report on the various events that she attended or will be attending as a representative of the City and she asked for City Council support to come up with a concrete plan to combat the unhoused problem in Arcadia. City Clerk Glasco thanked the Recreation and Community Services Department for hosting a Senior Veterans Day Lunch and Mayor Verlato for officiating the ceremony; he announced his appreciation for American Legion Post 628 and shared about the level of fundraising they have done for Arcadia. Mayor Verlato provided a report on the various events that she attended or will be attending as a representative of the City and shared a letter from Pete Siberell thanking the City for its support of Breeders’ Cup; she shared homelessness data provided by LACADA; and she wished all a Happy Thanksgiving and asked residents to consider giving to Foothill Unity Center as they will be providing dinners to families in need. 11. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Regular Meeting Minutes of November 7, 2023. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve b. Resolution No. 7536 approving a Ninth Amendment to the Agreement and Lease by and between the City of Arcadia and Methodist Hospital of Southern California. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Adopt and Approve c. Professional Services Agreement with Stetson Engineers, Inc. for the Chapman Water Facility Feasibility Study in the amount of $71,900. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve d. Contract with General Pump Company, Inc. for the inspection and rehabilitation of the Orange Grove Well 2A Project in the amount of $333,800. CEQA: Exempt Recommended Action: Approve e. Contract with California Coast Carpet & Flooring for the Fire Station 105 and Fire Station 106 Carpet Replacement Project in the amount of $95,049.62. CEQA: Exempt Recommended Action: Approve 4 11-21-2023 f. City Water and Sewer Rates for Calendar Year 2024. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Receive and File g. Revision to the part-time hourly wage schedules to adjust the Fire Prevention Aide wage range. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve h. Approve the Annual Development Impact Fee Report for Fiscal Year 2022-23 pursuant to Government Code Section 66006. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Cao, seconded by Council Member Wang, and carried on a roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Items 11.a. through 11.h. AYES: Wang, Cheng, Kwan, Cao, and Verlato NOES: None ABSENT: None 12. ADJOURNMENT The City Council adjourned at 8:56 p.m. to Tuesday, December 5, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Conference Room. Rachelle Arellano Assistant City Clerk 1 12-05-2023 ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, DECEMBER 05, 2023 CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Verlato called the Study Session to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Cheng, Kwan, Wang, Cao, and Verlato ABSENT: None PUBLIC COMMENTS – No one appeared. STUDY SESSION a. Report, discussion, and direction concerning Citywide Re-Zoning effort to implement the Housing Element and submittal to the State Department of Housing and Community Development. City Manager Lazzaretto and Assistant City Manager/Development Director Kruckeberg provided the City Council with a report concerning Citywide re-zoning efforts and affordable housing projects. No action was taken by the City Council on this item. The City Council received and filed the report. The Study Session ended at 6:52 p.m. Regular Meeting City Council Chambers, 7:00 p.m. 1. CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Verlato called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:01 p.m. 2. INVOCATION – Reverend Eva Thai-Erwin, Church of the Good Shepherd 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Cub Scout Pack 122 – Highland Oaks Elementary School 4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Cheng, Kwan, Wang, Cao, and Verlato ABSENT: None 5. REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY REGARDING CLOSED/STUDY SESSION ITEMS City Attorney Maurer reported that prior to the Regular Meeting the City Council met in Study Session to discuss the one item posted on the agenda; the City Council heard information about future re-zonings that will be brought forward at future City Council Meeting in early 2024. 6. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS City Manager Lazzaretto had nothing to report. 7. PUBLIC COMMENTS Rabbi Sholom Stiefel appeared and shared his appreciation for the City’s support on behalf of the Jewish community; he announced that Hannukah is upcoming and there will be two celebrations 2 12-05-2023 to attend: the first will be held on Monday, December 11 at 5:30 p.m. at the Transit Plaza, and the second on Wednesday, December 13 at the Shops at Santa Anita from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m. 8. REPORTS FROM MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK (including reports from the City Council related to meetings attended at City expense [AB 1234]). Mayor Pro Tem Cao provided a report on the various events that he attended or will be attending as a representative of the City; he also shared some research data on the impacts of zero bail on communities and local governments and announced the need to collectively make a stand for the victims of zero bail crimes. Council Member Cheng provided a report on the various events that he attended or will be attending as a representative of the City and he thanked City Council and staff and wished everyone a Happy Holiday season. Council Member Wang provided a report on the various events that she attended or will be attending as a representative of the City and spoke about the recent smash-and-grab at the Shops at Santa Anita and thanked the Arcadia Police Department for a quick response. Council Member Kwan provided a report on the various events that she attended or will be attending as a representative of the City and indicated that smash-and-grabs are happening everywhere and recommended Department Stores use canines to deter thefts. City Clerk Glasco applauded Council Members Kwan’s recommendation to have canines in Department Stores; he further announced that during the holiday season the bridge will be lit up in various holiday colors and thanked the City for encouraging the holiday spirit. Mayor Verlato provided a report on the various events that she attended or will be attending as a representative of the City and noted the recent smash-and-grab at the Shops at Santa Anita and asked Chief Nakamura to speak about the incident. Chief Nakamura appeared and indicated that it is an active investigation and no arrests have been made; he advised residents not to intervene but instead be a good witness, observe and report to the Police Department, immediately. City Manager Lazzaretto added that it is very important to follow the “See something. Say Something” protocols and report suspicious activity. In response to City Council remarks Chief Nakamura indicated that there are extra patrols at the mall for the holiday season. 9. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Resolution No. 7537 approving wage adjustments for unrepresented, non-benefited part-time employees in accordance with California’s minimum wage increase effective January 1, 2024. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Adopt b. Joint Tax Transfer Resolution from the County of Los Angeles Board of Supervisors approving and accepting the negotiated exchange of property tax revenue resulting from the annexation of territory known as Reorganization 2023-02 to the City of Monrovia and detachment from the City of Arcadia for the property addressed as 923 S. 10th Avenue. 3 12-05-2023 CEQA: Not Applicable Recommended Action: Approve and Adopt c. Extension to the Professional Servies Agreement with Mariposa Landscapes, Inc. for Landscape Maintenance Services in the amount of $646,234.64. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve d. Purchase Order with 72 Hour LLC dba National Auto Fleet Group for the purchase of one 2025 Freightliner CNG Dump Truck in the amount of $257,889.66. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve e. Purchase Order with Flock Safety for the annual renewal of the automated license plate reader (“ALPR”) camera subscription for Fiscal Year 2023-24 in an amount not to exceed $50,000. CEQA: Not a Project. Recommended Action: Approve It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Cao, seconded by Council Member Kwan, and carried on a roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Items 9.a. through 9.e. AYES: Cao, Kwan, Cheng, Wang, and Verlato NOES: None ABSENT: None 10. CITY MANAGER a. Resolution No. 7534 declaring, in perpetuity, January 28 as Stand Against Hate Action Day. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Adopt Deputy City Manager Bruno presented the staff report. It was moved by Council Member Kwan, seconded by Council Member Cheng, and carried on a roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 7534 declaring, in perpetuity, January 28 as Stand Against Hate Action Day. AYES: Kwan, Cheng, Wang, Cao, and Verlato NOES: None ABSENT: None 11. ADJOURNMENT The City Council adjourned at 8:21p.m. to Tuesday, December 19, 2023, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Conference Room. Rachelle Arellano Assistant City Clerk