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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 10a - Special and Regular Meeting Minutes of December 16, 2025 1 12-16-2025 ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2025 CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Kwan called the Special Meeting to order at 5:01 p.m. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Cao, Cheng, Fu, Wang, and Kwan ABSENT: None PUBLIC COMMENT – No one appeared. City Attorney Maurer explained to the City Council the need to add a Closed Session item to the agenda under Government Code section 54956.9(d)(4), pursuant to Section 54954.2(b) of the Brown Act, and that they would need to make the following two findings: (1) there is a need to take action prior to the next City Council meeting, and (2) that the need to take action arose after the agenda was posted and the findings are based on information regarding a potential lawsuit received after the agenda was posted. The City Council unanimously voted, 5-0, to make the required findings under the Ralph M. Brown Act to add a Closed Session item to the agenda, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(4). Because the proposed late item is for potential initiation of litigation, no additional facts and circumstances were provided. CLOSED SESSION a. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957, Public Employee Performance Evaluation: City Manager. b. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d)(1) to confer with legal counsel regarding the matter of Elias Hernandez v. City of Arcadia, a government entity; Yiming Ou, an individual; and Does 1-30, inclusive (Case No. 24NNCV05154). No reportable action was taken on items a. and b. c. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(4) to confer with legal counsel regarding potential litigation for the case of American Industrial Partners, LLC, American Industrial Partners Capital Fund IV, LP, American Industrial Partners 1 12-16-2025 Capital Fund IV (Parallel), LP; AIP/CHC Holdings, LLC, Oshkosh Corporation; REV Group, Inc.; Rosenbauer America LLC; and Fire Apparatus Manufacturers’ Association v. City of Arcadia. The Closed Session Ended at 6:15 p.m. There was no reportable action for Closed Session items (a) and (b); and it was the consensus of the City Council to file a complaint against American Industrial Partners, LLC, American Industrial Partners Capital Fund IV, LP, American Industrial Partners Capital Fund IV (Parallel), LP; AIP/CHC Holdings, LLC, Oshkosh Corporation; REV Group, Inc.; Rosenbauer America LLC; and Fire Apparatus Manufacturers’ Association for the added Closed Session item. Mayor Kwan called Study Session to order at 6:16 p.m. STUDY SESSION a. Report, discussion, and direction regarding the commemorative naming of City facilities. After City Council discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Cheng, seconded by Council Member Wang, to have staff identify options for a commemorative naming display in the City Council Chambers and/or City Council Conference Room, and to propose additional criteria for the selection of honorees going forward, which should be brought back for further consideration at a future meeting. AYES: Cheng, Wang, Cao, Fu, and Kwan NOES: None ABSENT: None The Study Session ended at 6:34 p.m. Rachelle Arellano Assistant City Clerk 1 12-16-2025 ARCADIA CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, DECEMBER 16, 2025 1. CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Kwan called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. 2. INVOCATION – Reverend Gina Milligan, Santa Anita Church 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE – Reverend Gina Milligan, Santa Anita Church 4. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS PRESENT: Cao, Cheng, Fu, Wang, and Kwan 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 and Study Session to discuss the items posted on the agenda; he noted that there was no reportable action for the two posted Closed Session items; and he further explained that the City Council unanimously voted to add a Closed Session item under Government Code section 54956.9(d)(4), to confer with legal counsel regarding potential litigation – one (1) case, pursuant to Section 54954.2(b) of the Brown Act based on the findings that (1) there is a need to take action prior to the next City Council meeting, and (2) that the need to take action arose after the agenda was posted and the findings are based on information regarding a potential lawsuit received after the agenda was posted. City Attorney Maurer noted that the City Council approved filing a complaint against American Industrial Partners, LLC, American Industrial Partners Capital Fund IV, LP, American Industrial Partners Capital Fund IV (Parallel), LP; AIP/CHC Holdings, LLC, Oshkosh Corporation; REV Group, Inc.; Rosenbauer America LLC; and Fire Apparatus Manufacturers’ Association; he further noted that City Council also met in a Study Session to discuss the commemorative naming of City facilities, and the City Council provided direction to bring back more information and options at a future meeting. 6. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS City Manager Lazzaretto had nothing to report. 2 12-16-2025 7. PRESENTATIONS a. Presentation of Mayor’s Certificates of Commendation to the Pasadena Tournament of Roses Royal Court. 8. PUBLIC HEARING a. Resolution No. 7669 approving Architectural Design Review No. ADR 24-10 with a Density Bonus, Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 24-02 (84530), and Protected Healthy Tree Removal Permit No. TRH 25-01 for a new four-story, 34 unit, multi-family residential condominium development located at 101 W. Huntington Drive. CEQA: Exempt Recommended Action: Adopt Senior Planner Arreola presented the Staff Report. In response to Council Member Cheng’s inquiry about the removal of the Oak trees, Senior Planner Arreola noted that the trees will be removed and replaced by 4 Box Oak trees. In response to Mayor Kwans’ inquiry regarding the 45-year low-income units and how those units would be monitored to ensure affordability, City Manager Lazzaretto indicated that there would be a condition added to each unit where the City would verify the household income requirements, prior to the sale or transfer of ownership of those units. Mayor Kwan opened the Public Hearing – no one appeared. Nick Patterson, Applicant representative, appeared and indicated he is available for any questions. In response to Mayor Pro Tem Wang’s questions, Senior Planner Arreola indicated that the Fire Department reviewed the proposed project and raised no concerns regarding fire access and safety. Mr. Patterson further replied that there would be no on-site staff, as these are ownership units; however, an HOA would be created to ensure property standards are being met; and lastly, he noted that the project should be completed in about 24 months from final approval. In response to Mayor Kwan’s inquiry regarding traffic safety, Mr. Patterson advised that a traffic study had been conducted and that the driveways will be limited to right-in, right-out access only. Mayor Kwan closed the Public Hearing. 3 12-16-2025 After City Council discussion, a motion was made by Council Member Cao, seconded by Council Member Fu, and carried on a roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 7669, find the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) as a Class 32 Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15332 of the CEQA Guidelines, and approve Architectural Design Review No. ADR 24-10 with a Density Bonus under Senate Bill (SB) 330, Tentative Tract Map No. TTM 24-02 (84530), and Protected Healthy Tree Removal Permit No. TRH 25-01, subject to the Conditions of Approval. AYES: Cao, Fu, Cheng, and Wang NOES: Kwan ABSENT: None b. Resolution No. 7666 authorizing the allocation of Community Development Block Grant (“CDBG”) funds for Fiscal Year 2026-27, and approving a Statement of Objectives and Projects for use of CDBG funds. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Adopt and Approve Senior Management Analyst Brogan presented the Staff Report. Mayor Kwan opened the Public Hearing – no one appeared. Mayor Kwan closed the Public Hearing. A motion was made by Council Member Fu, seconded by Council Member Cheng, and carried on a roll call vote to adopt Resolution No. 7666 authorizing the allocation of Community Development Block Grant (“CDBG”) funds for Fiscal Year 2026-27, and approving a Statement of Objectives and Projects for use of CDBG funds; authorize and direct the City Manager to modify the project allocations should amendments become necessary; and execute a Memorandum of Understanding with the Los Angeles County Development Authority (“LACDA”). AYES: Fu, Cheng, Cao, Wang, and Kwan NOES: None ABSENT: None c. Temporary Use Permit No. TUP 25-22 to allow the 2026 Pasadena Showcase House of Design event from April 19, 2026, to May 17, 2026, at 291 W. Foothill Boulevard. CEQA: Exempt Recommended Action: Approve Senior Planner Arreola presented the Staff Report. 4 12-16-2025 Mayor Kwan opened the Public Hearing. In response to Mayor Kwan’s question, Senior Planner Arreola indicated that visitors will be required to park their vehicles at Santa Anita Park, where they will board a shuttle bus to go to/from the property; however, there will be an exception to this process for neighbors. Cynthia Bengston, Vice President of Pasadena Showcase, appeared and expressed that this event is a fundraiser for local music clubs; she expressed appreciation to the staff and residents for welcoming the Pasadena Showcase House to Arcadia, and asked City Council to approve this Temporary Use Permit. Mayor Kwan closed the Public Hearing. A motion was made by Council Member Cao, seconded by Council Member Fu, to approve Temporary Use Permit No. TUP 25-22 to allow the 2026 Pasadena Showcase House of Design event from April 19, 2026, to May 17, 2026, at 291 W. Foothill Boulevard. AYES: Cao, Fu, Cheng, Wang, and Kwan NOES: None ABSENT: None 9. PUBLIC COMMENTS April Verlato, former Arcadia Mayor and resident, appeared and commended Mayor Kwan for representing the City at various events; she thanked Mayor Kwan for her continued support of local businesses; and she further expressed her desire for former City Council Members to support the community and small businesses. 10. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Regular Meeting Minutes of December 2, 2025. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve b. Resolution No. 7670 amending Resolution No. 7598 establishing compensation and related benefits for City Council, Executive Management, Management, and Unrepresented Confidential Employees for July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027 (Human Resources Assistant/Senior Human Resources Assistant). CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Adopt 5 12-16-2025 c. Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Temple City regarding the sharing of costs and responsibilities for the Flaherty Storm Drain improvements. CEQA: Exempt Recommended Action: Approve d. Professional Services Agreement with Evan Brooks Associates, Inc. for interim transportation services support, in an amount not to exceed $77,200. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve e. Approve the Annual Development Impact Fee Report for Fiscal Year 2024-25 pursuant to Government Code Section 66006. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve f. Purchase Order with Motorola Solutions, Inc. for the purchase of mobile radios in the amount of $33,546; and accept the grant award from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security – State Homeland Security Program (“SHSP”) for reimbursement of the mobile radio costs. CEQA: Not a Project Recommended Action: Approve and Accept It was moved by Council Member Fu, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Wang, and carried on a roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar Items 10.a through 10.F. AYES: Fu, Wang, Cao, Cheng, and Kwan NOES: None ABSENT: None 11. AB 1234 REPORTS FROM MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL (limited to legally required reports). Council Member Fu had nothing to report. Council Member Cao had nothing to report. Council Member Cheng had nothing to report. Mayor Pro Tem Wang had nothing to report. Mayor Kwan had nothing to report. 6 12-16-2025 City Council congratulated Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director Kruckeberg on his retirement and thanked him for his service and dedication to the City. 12. REQUEST FOR FUTURE ITEMS There were no requests for future items. 13. ADJOURNMENT The City Council adjourned at 8:49 p.m. to Tuesday, January 20, 2026, at 6:00 p.m., in the City Council Conference Room. Rachelle Arellano Assistant City Clerk