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Mayor: Efrain Silva

Mayor Pro-tem: Jason Jackson

Council Members: Cheryl Viegas-Walker, Tomàs Oliva, Edgard Garcia.

City Manager: Marcela Piedra

City Attorney: Elizabeth Martyn Evans

City Clerk: Norma Wyles

11:30 A.M CLOSED SESSION - CONFERENCE ROOM "A" ROLL CALL (Open Session) CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENT: Any member of the public wishing to address the City Council on any matter appearing on the closed session may do so at this time. Unless the Mayor extends the time limit, remark shall be limited to three (3) minutes. Additional opportunities for Public Comments will be given during and at the end of the meeting. CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNS INTO CLOSED SESSION

CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION NEGOTIATIONS REGARDING ACQUISITION/DISPOSITION OF REAL PROPERTY The City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code §54956.8 to give instructions to the City’s negotiators, Marcela Piedra, City Manager, and Abraham Campos, Public Works Director for the following negotiations regarding real property for the Imperial Avenue Expansion which instructions will include price, terms of payment or both, including due diligence provisions and other monetary related considerations concerning purchase and sale of the property identified as follows: Susanna & Mincks Waterman Trust - APN 052-280-014 & 052-280-015; Grizzle Land and Development, LLC - APN 052-380-00; Maruti Construction and Management, LLC - APN's 053-690-036, 053-807-007 and 053-690-036

POSSIBLE LITIGATION INITIATED BY THE CITY A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Council on the advice of its legal counsel, based upon existing facts and circumstances, there is a significant possibility of initiation of litigation by the City under Govt. Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): (a) Five receivership cases for the property located at the following addresses within the City: 634 S 7th 845 Glenwood 102 Dannenberg 356 W Heil 149 W Brighton (b) Eminent domain litigation to acquire the following properties: Susana & Mincks Waterman Trust - APN 052-280-014 & 052-280-015; Grizzle Land Development, LLC - APN 052-380-000; Maruti Construction and Management, LLC APN 053-690-036 c) Additional case regarding tax allocation upon incorporation PUBLIC SAFETY Upon advice of its legal counsel, the City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(a) regarding matters posing a threat to the security of public buildings and essential public services and the public’s right of access to those. The Council also may consider the ability to discuss certain matters arising from the state of emergency pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54956.9(d)(3).

NOTICE TO THE PUBLIC This is a public meeting. If there is an item on the agenda on which you wish to be heard, you are asked to complete a blue speaker slip and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. Persons wishing to address the Council are not required to identify themselves (Gov’t Code § 54953.3); however, this information assists the Mayor by ensuring that all persons wishing to address the Council are recognized and also assists the City Clerk in preparing the City Council meeting minutes. When the item is announced and your name is called by the Mayor, please step to the podium and state your name for the record. Unless the Mayor extends the time, there is a three (3) minute time limit for each public presentation. If you wish to address the Council concerning any other matter not appearing on the agenda, you may do so during the public comment portion of the agenda. * Any information provided on the “Speaker Slip” is voluntary and will be public record.

RECONVENE FOR OPEN SESSION 6:00 P.M.

OPEN SESSION ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND MAY VARY

CALL TO ORDER:

ROLL CALL BY CITY CLERK

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

INVOCATION 6:05-6:10

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION 6:10-7:00

SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS Item(s) appearing under this section have submitted a written request to the City Clerk a minimum of one week prior to the regular meeting.

1. Presentation by Martha Sauza regarding Sure Helpline Center

2. NAF El Centro Update by Captain Perkins

3. Jackson House - Oral Presentation

4. Code Enforcement Presentation 7:00-7:05

CONSENT AGENDA Consent agenda items are approved by one motion. Council members or members of the public may pull consent items to be considered separately at a time determined by the Mayor.

5. Approve Warrant Registers for the Month of July 2020

6. Approve Warrant Registers for the Month of August 2020

7. Approve Payroll Registers for the month of July 2020

8. Approve Payroll Registers for the month of August 2020

9. Approve Treasurer's Report for the Month of July 2020

10. Approve Treasurer's Report for the Month of August 2020

11. Discussion and necessary action for approval of City Council Minutes of July 21, 2020 and August 4, 2020.

12. Acceptance of notification that the City of El Centro Conflict of Interest Codes will need an amendment and refer this to the City Attorney to prepare the necessary documents to be brought back to City Council for adoption prior to December 31, 2020.

13. Adopt Resolution No. 21- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE DESTRUCTION OF SPECIFIED EL CENTRO FINANCE DEPARTMENT PAYROLL RECORDS

14. Adopt Resolution No. 20- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO DECLARING AND AUTHORIZING THE DISPOSAL OF OBSOLETE CITY PROPERTY

15. Authorize the proposal from Empire Machinery for the purchase of one (1) 2020 Caterpillar 432F2 Backhoe through the National IPA program using the City of Tucson's contract.

16. Authorize the proposal from Altec Industries, Inc. for the purchase of one (1) 2021 Ford F550 Articulating Aerial Truck through Sourcewell (Formerly NJPA).

17. Adopt Resolution No. 20- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING A CONSULTANT AGREEMENT WITH JEFF KATZ ARCHITECTURAL CORP. FOR ON-CALL ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES

18. Adopt Resolution No. 20- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING A CONSULTANT AGREEMENT WITH NICKLAUS ENGINEERING, FOR ON-CALL ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES.

19. Adopt Resolution No. 20- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING A CONSULTANT AGREEMENT WITH SANDERS INC., FOR ON-CALL ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES.

20. Adopt Resolution No. 20- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING A CONSULTANT AGREEMENT WITH ERICKSON-HALL CONSTRUCTION, FOR ON-CALL CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES

21. Adopt Resolution No. 20- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING THE FORM OF SUB-RECIPIENT AGREEMENT WITH PUBLIC SERVICE PROVIDERS IDENTIFIED IN THE CITY'S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ONE-YEAR ACTION PLAN (2020-2021) FOR FUNDING FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT UNDER THE ENTITLEMENT GRANTEE PROGRAM

22. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the determination of the City's position on the proposed 2020 League of California Cities Annual Conference Resolution. The Conference will be held virtually on October 7-8, 2020. 7:05-7:20 PUBLIC HEARINGS

23. Discussion and necessary action regarding the adoption of a resolution of necessity for the acquisition by eminent domain of real property located on Imperial Avenue between Dannenberg Drive to South Valleyview Avenue, APN 052-380-006 PRESENTATION: Abraham Campos, PE - Public Works Director/City Engineer RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 20- . RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY IN ACQUISITION BY EMINENT DOMAIN OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED ON IMPERIAL AVENUE BETWEEN DANENBERG DRIVE TO SOUTH OF VALLEYVIEW AVENUE, IN THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

24. Discussion and necessary action regarding the adoption of a resolution of necessity for the acquisition by eminent domain of real property located on Imperial Avenue between Wake Avenue and Dannenberg Drive, APN 052- 280-014 and 052-280-015 PRESENTATION: Abraham Campos, PE - Public Works Director/City Engineer RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 20- . RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY IN ACQUISITION BY EMINENT DOMAIN OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED ON IMPERIAL AVENUE BETWEEN WAKE AVENUE AND DANENBERG DRIVE, 1604 S. LA BRUCHERIE ROAD, IN THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

25. Discussion and necessary action regarding the adoption of a resolution of necessity for the acquisition by eminent domain of real property located south of Interstate 8 and west of 8th Street at APN 053-690-036 and APN 053-807- 007 PRESENTATION: Abraham Campos, PE - Public Works Director/City Engineer RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 20- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, DECLARING THE PUBLIC INTEREST AND NECESSITY IN ACQUISITION BY EMINENT DOMAIN OF REAL PROPERTY LOCATED AT: IMPERIAL AVENUE, SOUTH OF INTERSTATE 8 AND WEST OF 8TH STREET, IN THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

7:20-7:35 UNFINISHED BUSINESS

26. Emergency Declaration Update PRESENTATION: Fire Chief, Ken Herbert RECOMMENDATION: Update on emergency declaration

27. Update on City Facilities PRESENTATION: Marcela Piedra, City Manager RECOMMENDATION: This item is an informational item. 7:35-8:35 NEW BUSINESS

28. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the Employment Contract for Fire Chief - Revised PRESENTATION: Teri Brownlee, Director of Human Resource & IT RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 20 - , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO ESTABLISHING THE COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYMENT TERMS FOR THE FIRE CHIEF/DIRECTOR OF DISASTER SERVICES

29. Discussion and related action regarding Project Homekey Grant Application PRESENTATION: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director RECOMMENDATION: 1) Adopt Resolution No. 20- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING APPLICATION TO THE HOMEKEY PROGRAM 2) Approval of General Fund funds advance in the amount of $460,000 in order to begin the procurement of the tiny homes.

30. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the adoption of a Revolving Loan Fund (RLF) Plan Addendum for COVID-19 CARES Act Supplemental Disaster Recovery and Resiliency Award PRESENTATION: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 20- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING A REVOLVING LOAN FUND ADMINISTRATIVE PLAN ADDENDUM PURSUANT TO COVID-19 CARES ACT SUPPLEMENTAL DISASTER RECOVERY AND RESILIENCY AWARD.

31. Discussion and related action regarding California State Parks Per Capita Grant Funds PRESENTATION: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 20- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING APPLICATION(S) FOR PER CAPITA GRANT FUNDS LEGISLATIVE ACTION ITEM FROM CLOSED SESSION: INFORMATIONAL ITEMS

32. Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License - Fortune Family Garden, Inc., 3309 S Dogwood Ave, El Centro, CA 92243 33. Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License - ARCO AM PM, 1499 W Main St, El Centro, CA 92243.

34. Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License - 7-Eleven, 2503 S Dogwood Ave, El Centro, CA 92243.

8:35-8:40 (TIME MAY VARY) PUBLIC COMMENTS The City Council welcomes your input. At this time, members of the public may address the City Council on any matter not listed on the posted agenda. Pursuant to the Brown Act, no action will be taken on any issue brought forth under Public Comments. We ask that you please complete a “Speaker Slip” and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. Although you are not required to identify yourself (Gov’t Code §54953.3); this information on the “Speaker Slip” assists the Mayor that all persons wishing to address the Council are recognized and also assists the City Clerk in preparing the City Council meeting minutes. Unless the Mayor extends the time, there is a three (3) minute time limit for each public presentation. * Any information provided on the “Speaker Slip” is voluntary and will be public record.

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ADJOURNMENT