CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1275 MAIN STREET EL CENTRO, CA 92243

The public may attend in person. AT THE PRESENT TIME, the City asks that anyone in attendance CONTINUE TO must wear a mask and practice social distancing. The public may choose to be outside subject to the same requirements. Any member of the public attending in person and wishing to make a comment is asked to complete a speaker slip and follow the instructions below regarding “Notice to the Public.” Any member of the public is invited to submit public comments in advance of the meeting to be answered at the meeting. Please email your questions to CityClerk@cityofelcentro.org or call 760-337-4515 by 3:00 p.m. on September 7, 2021. The public may also attend via zoom. C

OUNCIL MEMBERS, STAFF AND THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND IN PERSON OR VIA ZOOM.

To participate and make a public comment: Join Zoom Meeting: https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83752774227?pwd=L2ZMcm9GMFYyNHBpN1EwNDF0VjhWUT09 Optional dial-in number: 1 (669) 900-6833 Meeting ID: 837 5277 4227 Passcode: 007805 Public comments via zoom are subject to the same time limits as those in person. Mayor & Council Members may be reached at (760) 336-8989 Mayor: Cheryl Viegas-Walker City Manager: Marcela Piedra Mayor Pro-tem: Tomás Oliva City Attorney: Elizabeth Martyn Evans Council Members: Edgard Garcia City Clerk: Norma Wyles Martha Cardenas-Singh Sylvia Marroquin

11:30 A.M CLOSED SESSION - RDA CONFERENCE ROOM 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, remarks 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 POSSIBLE LITIGATION AGAINST THE CITY A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Council upon the advice of its legal counsel, based upon existing facts and circumstances, there is a significant possibility of litigation against the City under Govt. Code Section 54958.9(d)(2) - two cases - (I) Nancy Hernandez claims - car accident; (ii) Loyd claim LABOR NEGOTIATIONS The City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code §54957.6 to meet with Agency Representatives Marcela Piedra, City Manager, Dulce Bedolla, Interim Human Resources Director and Patrick Clark, consulting negotiator, for the purpose of considering employee compensation in the form of fringe benefits, or, as applicable, other matters dealing with mandatory subjects within the scope of representation pursuant to Government Code §3504; negotiating with all bargaining units within the City.

NEGOTIATIONS REGARDING ACQUISITIONS/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, City Engineer/Public Works Director, regarding negotiations with the State of California Department of Transportation, District 11 representatives, which instructions will concern price, terms of payment or both, regarding the sale of the property known as Highway 86 within the City of El Centro.

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 

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 6:10-6:25

PRESENTATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR

1. Proclamation - Imperial Valley Regional Chamber of Commerce Day - September 30, 2021

2. National Information Technology Professionals Day - September 21

3. Recognition of National Human Resource Professional Day - September 26, 2021 6:25-6:40 SCHEDULED PRESENTATIONS

4. Presentation by Esperanza Colio, Deputy CEO, Imperial County - Rental Assistance Programs

5. Presentation of New Public Works Staff

6:40-6:45 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.

6. Approve Warrant Registers for the Month of July 2021

7. Approve Payroll Registers for the month of July 2021

8. Approve Treasurer's Report for the Month of July 2021

9. Approve City Council Minutes of July 6, 2021, July 20, 2021, August 3, 2021 and August 17, 2021.

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

11. Acceptance of Mr. Param Maroke's resignation from the Planning Commission effective August 10, 2021 with regrets, and authorize City Clerk to advertise the vacancy.

12. Adopt Resolution No. 21- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. F030 REV.1 TO THE ADMINISTERING AGENCY-STATE AGREEMENT FOR FEDERAL-AID FUNDED PROJECTS NO. 11-5169F15.

13. Approve the plans and specifications for the CML-5169 (051) 8th Street and Plaza Drive Traffic Signal Synchronization Project and authorize staff to release for public bidding.

14. Adopt Resolution No. 21- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. F032 TO THE ADMINISTERING AGENCY-STATE AGREEMENT FOR FEDERAL-AID FUNDED PROJECTS NO. 11-5169F15 WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION.

15. Adopt Resolution No. 21- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, AWARDING A BID AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR GENERAL LANDSCAPING SERVICES, TREE REMOVAL AND IRRIGATION REPAIR AND EMERGENCY LANDSCAPING SERVICES AT LIGHTING AND LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICTS A

16. Adopt Resolution No. 21- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING THE FORM OF SUB-RECIPENT AGREEMENT WITH PUBLIC SERVICE PROVIDERS IDENTIFIED IN THE CITY'S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT ONE-YEAR ACTION PLAN (2021-2022) FOR FUNDING FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT UNDER THE ENTITLEMENT GRANTEE PROGRAM

17. Authorize the proposal from Empire Machinery for the purchase of on (1) 2021 Peterbilt 10-yard dump truck through the National IPA program using the City of Tucson’s contract.

6:45-7:00 PUBLIC HEARING

18. Public Hearing to solicit public input on the 2020-2021 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER), approval of the CAPER and authorization for staff to submit the CAPER to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) PRESENTATION: Adriana Nava, Director of Community Services RECOMMENDATION: 1) Open the Public Hearing and solicit public input on the 2020-2021 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER), approve the CAPER, and authorize staff to submit the CAPER to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). 2) Adopt Resolution No. 21- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING THE CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE AND EVALUATION REPORT 2020 AS PART OF THE END OF THE YEAR REQUIREMENT REPORT PROVIDED TO THE DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT UNDER THE ENTITLEMENT GRANTEE PROGRAM 7:00-7:15 UNFINISHED BUSINESS

19. Consider the recommendation of the Planning Commission regarding Conditional Use Permit 21-03 for a crematorium at 970 S. Second Street PRESENTATION: Norma M. Villicana, AICP Community Development Director RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 21- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA DENYING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT 21-03 FOR A CREMATORIUM LOCATED AT 970 S. SECOND STREET Agenda City Council of the City of El Centro September 7, 2021 City of El Centro Page 6 7:15-8:45 NEW BUSINESS

20. Reclassification of an Engineering Position that was previously under filled. PRESENTATION: Dulce Bedolla, Interim Human Resources Director RECOMMENDATION: Approve the reclassification of the Assistant Engineer to Associate Engineer position.

21. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the approval of fair share fees funds for improvements in the SE quadrant in the City of El Centro PRESENTATION: Abraham Campos, PE - Public Works Director/City Engineer RECOMMENDATION: Approve fair share fees funds for improvements in the SE quadrant in the City of El Centro

22. Discussion and any necessary action regarding direction for final police station design budget PRESENTATION: Abraham Campos, PE - Public Works Director/City Engineer RECOMMENDATION: Provide staff direction for final police station design.

23. Discussion and any necessary action regarding emergency repairs at the Water Treatment Plant PRESENTATION: Abraham Campos, PE - Public Works Director/City Engineer RECOMMENDATION: Authorize a revised budget of $800,000 for emergency repairs at the WTP.

24. Measure P Project Update PRESENTATION: Liz Zarate, Management Assistant RECOMMENDATION: 1. Listen to update on Measure P Projects. 2. Approve the request for recommended projects.

25. American Rescue Plan Act Expenditures PRESENTATION: Marcela Piedra, City Manager RECOMMENDATION: Discussion and necessary action regarding American Rescue Plan Act expenditures

26. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the determination of the City's position on the proposed 2021 League of California Cities Annual Conference Resolution. PRESENTATION: Mayor Cheryl Viegas-Walker RECOMMENDATION: Discussion and any necessary action regarding the determination of the City's position on the proposed 2021 League of California Cities Annual Conference Resolution. The Conference will be held on September 22-24, 2021 in Sacramento.

27. Revision to Ordinance 15-15 regarding ECRMC Board of Trustees to increase the number of overall trustees and add a public trustee PRESENTATION: Mayor Cheryl Viegas-Walker RECOMMENDATION: Draft Ordinance No. 21- , AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OFEL CENTRO UPDATING AND AMENDING IN ITS ENTIRETY CHAPTER 13, ARTICLE III OF THE CITY CODE RELATING TO THE MUNICIPAL HOSPITAL AND ITS BOARD OF TRUSTEES

28. Discussion and any necessary action regarding an appointment to the El Centro Regional Medical Center (ECRMC) Board of Trustees. PRESENTATION: Mayor Cheryl Viegas-Walker RECOMMENDATION: Mayors Recommendation: Approve one (1) appointment to the El Centro Regional Medical Center.

29. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the appointment to the Imperial Valley Housing Authority. PRESENTATION: Mayor Cheryl Viegas-Walker RECOMMENDATION: Mayors Recommendation: Appointment to the Imperial Valley Housing Authority with one (1) scheduled vacancy with term ending July 1, 2025.

30. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the cancellation of the September 21, 2021 City Council meeting. PRESENTATION: Mayor Cheryl Viegas-Walker RECOMMENDATION: Council may select to cancel this meeting. Should a matter require immediate Council direction or action, a special meeting could be called. 8:45-9:00 LEGISLATIVE ACTION

31. Legislative Bills Update ITEM FROM CLOSED SESSION: INFORMATIONAL ITEMS

32. Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License - Jackson 6845, 1302 S Imperial Ave, El Centro, CA 92243

33. Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License - Jackson 6844, 960 Imperial Hwy, El Centro, CA 92243

34. Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License - Anthem Oil, 550 Wake Ave, #B, El Centro, CA 92243 35. Information on Claim filed by Nancy J. Hernandez on July 21, 2021 9:00-9:05 (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.

9:05-9:35 TASK FORCE REPORTS AND MAYOR - COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS 9:35-9:45 CITY MANAGER REPORT

ADJOURNMENT