HomeMy WebLinkAboutE-1 CC Minutes 10.21.24CITY OF AZUSA
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL, THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY
TO THE FORMER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY,
THE PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, OCTOBER 21 – 7:30 P.M.
The City Council of the City of Azusa met in Closed and Regular session at Azusa Auditorium at 213 E. Foothill
Blvd., Azusa, CA 91702.
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Gonzales called the meeting to order at 6:30 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL ROLL CALL: Roll call was taken by City Clerk Cornejo.
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: BECKWITH, AVILA Jr., MAYOR PRO-TEM ALVAREZ, MAYOR
GONZALES
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MENDEZ
ALSO PRESENT
Elected Officials: City Clerk Cornejo.
Staff Members: City Manager Gonzalez, City Attorney Marco Martinez, Police Captain Avila, Director of
Community Resources Carpenter, Director of IT Guadagnino, Director of Public Works Delgadillo, Interim Chief
Deputy City Clerk Demirjian, Library Services Manager Hassen, Budget & Revenue Manager Lam.
SCHEDULED ITEMS
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Pursuant to California Government Code, Section
54957.6
Case Name: Sergio Gonzalez, City Manager, Talika M. Johnson, Director of Administrative
Services and Nico De Anda-Scaia, Deputy City Manager
Organizations: SEIU (Service Employees International Union- Local 721), ACEA (Azusa City
Employees Association), AMMA (Azusa Mid-Management Association), APOA
(Azusa Police Officers Association) APMA (Azusa Police Management
Association),
APEA (Azusa Police Executive Association), CAPP (Civilian Association of
Police
Personnel), and Unrepresented (Non-Department Directors).
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR – UNREPRESENTED EMPLOYEE – Pursuant to
California Government Code, Section 54957.6
Agency Representative: Marco A. Martinez, City Attorney
Unrepresented Employee: City Manager
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL, THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY, THE PUBLIC
FINANCING AUTHORITY AND SPECIAL AZUSA UTILITY BOARD
Mayor Robert Gonzales called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M.
CITY COUNCIL ROLL CALL: Roll call was taken by City Clerk Cornejo.
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: BECKWITH, AVILA Jr., MAYOR PRO-TEM ALVAREZ, MAYOR
GONZALES
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MENDEZ
ALSO PRESENT
CONSENT ITEM
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Elected Officials: City Clerk Cornejo.
Staff Members: City Manager Gonzalez, City Attorney Marco Martinez, Police Captain Avila, Director of
Community Resources Carpenter, Director of IT Guadagnino, Director of Public Works Delgadillo, Deputy City
Manager Anda-Scaia, Interim Chief Deputy City Clerk Demirjian, Library Services Manager Hassen, Budget &
Revenue Manager Lam.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Ms. Arlette Torres and Mr. Jayden Fisher
The Invocation was led by Pastor Adrian Greer, Foothill Community Church
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Marco Martinez reported City Council met in closed session for two items and reported there were
no reportable actions for the two items.
CEREMONIAL
1. Presentation of Proclamation proclaiming the week of October 23-31, 2024 as Red Ribbon Week in the
City of Azusa
Mayor Pro-Tem Alvarez. read aloud the Proclamation proclaiming the week of October 23-31, 2024 as Red
Ribbon Week in the City of Azusa.
2. Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to Rick McMinn, Community Improvement Manager, for 25
years of service to the City of Azusa
Councilmember Beckwith read aloud the Certificate of Recognition to Rick McMinn, Community Improvement
Manager, for 25 years of service to the City of Azusa.
PUBLIC PARTICIPATION
Dan Simpson, resident at 925 North Orange Avenue, celebrated the groundbreaking for the Historic Schoolhouse
and the ribbon-cutting for the Azusa Library’s Outdoor Learning Space. He expressed concern regarding a dog
park being constructed less than 150 feet from his home. He felt certain that the dog park would negatively affect
the quality of his life. Thirteen mature pepper trees were destroyed. No official notice was given by the City for
any kind of public hearing or opportunity to speak. The lack of notification seems like an egregious failure of City
government. He urged the Council to ensure that such a failure never happens again, and he requested that the big
trees that were destroyed be replaced with more big trees.
City Manager Gonzalez remarked that the dog park project has been in the books for over ten to fifteen years. He
apologized if not everyone has been getting the individual invitation to come to a Council meeting, but the project
has been a long-term process and has gone through the Parks and Recreation Commission. There have been
approximately four to five meetings at Council to determine the design, scope of work, costs, award of contract,
and the naming of the dog park. Residents throughout the City deserve to be notified, but the City does not have
the ability to notify every single resident when making a decision at the City Council. Most comments regarding
the dog park have been very positive. He apologized for having to remove the mature trees. Staff found that the
trees can be toxic to dogs and did not want to take any risks. Additionally, the footprint itself needed to be cleared.
The City is trying to balance the budget with the growth of appropriate tree for the area. He stated that living near
or around a park actually improves property value, and he felt this would be an amenity for all residents to benefit.
REPORTS, UPDATES, AND ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM STAFF/COUNCIL
1. ‘Pet of the Month’ Presentation by Los Angeles County Animal Care & Control
Councilmember Beckwith presented a flyer for Omar, an eight-month-old, neutered Shepherd mix. Omar is
available for adoption at the Baldwin Park Animal Care Center.
2. City Manager Communications
City Manager Gonzalez announced that election day was approximately two weeks away. This is the first year that
the City will be going to a district-based election. If there are any discrepancies, residents can contact the City
Clerk’s office. The City’s website has a link where individuals may type in their address to determine where their
district is.
COUNCIL COMMENTS
Mayor Gonzales announced a Spooky Fall Paintings event is scheduled for October 22, 2024 at 5 p.m. at the Azusa
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Library. The official groundbreaking for the Canyon City Dog Park is scheduled for October 30, 2024, and will
also collaborate with the Canine Companion Costume contest. There will be prizes for the first thirty residents that
bring a costumed dog. He shared that he would be donating walking blinkers that can be attached to a harness or
leash to help make pets more visible in hard-to-see areas. He urged the community to drive slower on Halloween
because kids cannot see with their mask and get excited.
Mayor Pro-Tem Alvarez announced that the Azusa City Library will be hosting a Fall Festival on October 23,
2024, from 4pm to 6pm. The Azusa City Library will also present an Emotional Wellbeing and Stress presentation
on October 30, 2024, from 6pm to 7:30pm at the library auditorium. The Emotional Wellbeing and Stress
presentation is sponsored by the LA County Department of Mental Health. He thanked the Golden Days
Committee for all of the great efforts and hard work.
Councilmember Avila Jr. announced that on October 26, 2024, the Community Resource Department will have
Halloween Fright Fest at Memorial Park at 6:30pm. The Dia de los Muertos event is scheduled for November 1,
2024, at Memorial Park North Recreation Center. Azusa’s Annual Cruising Back 2 Route 66 event will be
November 10, 2024. Car registration is $25 plus an unwrapped toy. He reported that he was honored to represent
the City of Azusa as a voting delegate on October 16th, 17th, and 18th in Long Beach at the League of California
Cities Conference. Congratulations to Rick McMahon on his retirement. He commended and thanked Jeffrey
Cornejo and the entire Golden Days Committee for putting on another fabulous Golden Days show.
Councilmember Beckwith announced attending the League of California Cities Conference as the alternate. There
were many great sessions that included topics regarding homelessness, housing, code enforcement, and disaster
preparedness. He also attended the Joint Powers Insurance Authority Conference, where there were discussions
about the City’s insurance authority and ways to protect and take care of the important things that the City does in
keeping the City and staff safe. Thanks to the Golden Days Committee and all staff that supported all of the things
that went around Golden Days Week. It was an incredible, wonderful week with many diverse events. The theme
this year was fun by having two different ways to dress up. He stated that he enjoyed the parade and thought it was
the best attended in many years. He reported attending APU’s annual fundraiser dinner.
SCHEDULED ITEMS
1. FIRST READING – AMENDED AND RESTATED ORDINANCE REVISING CHAPTER 2,
ARTICLE VII. – BIDDING AND CONTRACTING, AND OTHER PURCHASES OF PROJECT,
SUPPLIES, SERVICES AND EQUIPMENT
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
1) Waive further reading, read by title only, and introduce Ordinance No. 2024-07
Total Cost: N/A Is the Cost of this item budgeted? N/A
Fund/Account No: N/A
Budget and Revenue Manager Richard Lam provided the staff report regarding the first reading of the amended and
restated ordinance under Chapter 2, Article VII of the Azusa Municipal Code. He noted two errors under the
ordinance, adding that under the ordinance on line three of the title, it should be 2.538(7), and under section 1, the
2.539 should be 2-538(7). He provided background information on the ordinance and responded to Council
questions.
Motion: by Mayor Gonzales, seconded by Councilmember Avila Jr., to waive further reading, read by title only,
and introduce Ordinance No. 2024-07 as amended.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: AVILA JR., ALVAREZ, BECKWITH, MAYOR GONZALES
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MENDEZ
Motion passed 4-0-0
2. DISCUSSION AND DIRECTION TO ESTABLISH AN EMERGENCY RENTAL ASSISTANCE
PROGRAM FOR QUALIFYING TENANTS OF SENIOR MOBILE HOME PARKS IN THE CITY
OF AZUSA
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
1) Discuss and provide direction on establishing an Emergency Rental Assistance Program for tenants of
senior mobile home parks in the City of Azusa
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Total Cost: N/A Is the Cost of this item budgeted? N/A
Fund/Account No: N/A
City Manager Gonzalez presented the staff report, provided background information, and responded to Council
questions.
After Councilmember discussion, direction was provided for staff to begin setting parameters and return at a future
date with some fiscal analysis on the findings.
3. RESOLUTION ADOPTING ROTATIONAL MAYOR & MAYOR PRO TEM SELECTION POLICY;
RESOLUTION ADOPTING REVISED CITY PROTOCOLS AND GOVERNANCE STANDARDS
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 2024-C59 of the City Council of the City of Azusa amending and restating
Resolution No. 2023-007 concerning the selection criteria and term of the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem; and
2) Adopt Resolution No. 2024-C60 of the City Council of the City of Azusa amending Exhibit “A” of
Resolution No. 2022-C09 relating to amended protocols and procedures for the conduct of City business
Total Cost: N/A Is the Cost of this item budgeted? N/A
Fund/Account No: N/A
Deputy City Manager Nico De Anda-Scaia provided the staff report regarding the selection criteria and term of the
Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem and amended protocols and procedures for the conduct of City business and responded
to Council questions.
Motion: by Mayor Gonzales, seconded by Councilmember Avila Jr., to Adopt Resolution No. 2024-C59 of the
City Council of the City of Azusa amending and restating Resolution No. 2023-007 concerning the selection
criteria and term of the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem; and Adopt Resolution No. 2024-C60 of the City Council of the
City of Azusa amending Exhibit “A” of Resolution No. 2022-C09 relating to amended protocols and procedures
for the conduct of City business.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: AVILA JR., ALVAREZ, BECKWITH, MAYOR GONZALES
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MENDEZ
Motion passed 4-0-0
CONSENT CALENDAR – CITY COUNCIL
Mayor Gonzales called for items to be pulled from the Consent Calendar. Mayor Pro-Tem Alvarez pulled Item E-3
for Special Call.
1. Minutes of the City Council meeting dated September 21, 2024, and special meeting dated September 26,
2024 were approved as written.
Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? N/A
Fund/Account No: N/A
2. Resolution No. 2024-C61 allowing certain claims and demands and specifying the funds out of which the
same are to be paid for October 3, 2024 – October 16, 2024 was approved.
Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? N/A
Fund/Account No: N/A
3. Personnel Action Requests in accordance with the City of Azusa Civil Service Rules and applicable
Memorandum of Understanding(s) was pulled for Special Call.
Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? N/A
Fund/Account No: N/A
4. Receive, review, and file the FY 2023/24 third quarter financial report ending March 31, 2024 was
approved.
Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? N/A
Fund/Account No: N/A
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5. Increase to funding levels for the ‘Special Assistance Program’ from a $200 scholarship amount up to a
$500 scholarship amount to allow for greater program output and community benefit was approved.
Total Cost: $0 Is the Cost of this item budgeted? Yes
Fund/Account No: #50-08-000-141-2718
6. Renew the transfer agreement and addenda with the Los Angeles County Flood Control District in order to
receive the Measure W funds through the Safe, Clean, Water Program was approved.
Total Cost: N/A Is the Cost of this item budgeted? N/A
Fund/Account No: N/A
7. Award a contract in the amount of of $405,144.34, which includes a 10% contingency in the amount of
$36,831 for potential change orders as needed, to Mariposa Landscapes, Inc.; Authorize the City Manager
to execute contracts, in a form acceptable to the City Attorney, on behalf of the City was approved.
Total Cost: $405,145 Is the Cost of this item budgeted? Yes
Fund/Account No: $115,630 in Measure M Fund (Account No. 04-80-000-000-7120/66224B-7120), and
$289,515 with SB1 (Road Maintenance & Rehabilitation Account Funds (Account No. 05-80-000-661-
7120/66125B-7120)
8. Agreement for Completion of Public Improvements between Azusa JV Borrower, LLC and the City of
Azusa was approved.
Total Cost: N/A Is the Cost of this item budgeted? N/A
Fund/Account No: N/A
9. Award a not to exceed contract in the amount of $106,700, which includes a 10% contingency for potential
change orders as needed, to AR Industries; Authorize the City Manager to execute contracts, in a form
acceptable to the City Attorney, on behalf of the City was approved.
Total Cost: $106,700 Is the Cost of this item budgeted? Yes
Fund/Account No: City Hall CIP Budget/ Acct#46-80-000-651-7125/65125A-7125
10. Professional Services Agreement with Cintas Corporation for Workplace First Aid and AED services from
November 1, 2024, through November 1, 2027, with the option for two, one (1) year extensions in an
amount not to exceed $30,000 annually; Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract, in a form
acceptable to the City Attorney, on behalf of the City; and wave the competitive bidding process as
authorized under Azusa municipal Code Section 2-521(a) – Cooperative and piggyback purchasing were
approved
Total Cost: Up to $30,000 Annually Is the Cost of this item budgeted? Yes
Fund/Account No: Risk Management/ 42-50-923-000-6399
Motion: by Mayor Pro-Tem Alvarez, seconded by Councilmember Avila Jr., to adopt the Consent Calendar Items
E-1–E-2 and Items E-4–E10.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: AVILA JR., ALVAREZ, BECKWITH, MAYOR GONZALES
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MENDEZ
Motion passed 4-0-0
CONSENT CALENDAR – SPECIAL CALL ITEM
3. Personnel Action Requests in accordance with the City of Azusa Civil Service Rules and applicable
Memorandum of Understanding(s) was approved.
Total Cost: N/A Is the cost of this item budgeted? N/A
Fund/Account No: N/A
City Attorney Gonzalez provided information on the item and responded to Councilmember questions.
Motion: by Mayor Pro-Tem Alvarez, to adopt the Consent Calendar Item E-3 minus Item number C.
Alternate Motion: by Mayor Gonzales, seconded by Councilmember Avila Jr., to adopt the Consent Calendar
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Items E-3.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: AVILA JR., BECKWITH, MAYOR GONZALES
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ALVAREZ
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MENDEZ
Motion passed 3-1-0
CONSENT CALENDAR - SUCCESSOR AGENCY RELATED BUSINESS.
1. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF WARRANTS BY THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY
DATED OCTOBER 3, 2024 THROUGH OCTOBER 16, 2024.
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 2024-R13 allowing certain claims and demands to be paid out of Successor Agency
Funds.
Total Cost: N/A Is the Cost of this item budgeted? N/A
Fund/Account No: N/A
Motion: by Mayor Gonzales, seconded by Councilmember Avila Jr., to adopt Resolution No. 2024-R13 allowing
certain claims and demands to be paid out of Successor Agency Funds.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: AVILA JR., ALVAREZ, BECKWITH, MAYOR GONZALES
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MENDEZ
Motion passed 4-0-0
ADJOURNMENT
Councilmember Avila Jr. adjourned the meeting in memory of Camilo Lopez and Ofelia Pedroza Padilla, Azusa
Residents.
TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 8:46 P.M.
** Items heard out of order
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CITY CLERK
NEXT RESOLUTION NO. 2024-C62 (City)
NEXT ORDINANCE NO. 2024-07
NEXT RESOLUTION NO. 2024-R14 (Former Redevelopment Agency)
NEXT MEETINGS:
October 21, 2024, 6:30 p.m. Closed Session, 7:30 p.m. Regular Meeting
November 4, 2024, 6:30 p.m. Closed Session, 7:30 p.m. Regular Meeting