AGENDA CITY OF EL CENTRO CITY COUNCIL/CITY COUNCIL AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY/SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY TUESDAY, JUNE 7, 2022 City Hall Joint Regular Meeting 11:30 AM CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1275 MAIN STREET EL CENTRO, CA 92243
The public may attend in person. The City asks that anyone in attendance that is not fully vaccinated wear a mask. The public may choose to be outside and are 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 June 7, 2022.
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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 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, 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.
EXISTING LITIGATION Upon advice of its legal counsel, the City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code §54956.9(d)(1) regarding the following litigation against the City - Aaron Reel v. City of El Centro 22 CV526 W KSC; John Seaman v. City of El Centro ECU002365. P
OSSIBLE LITIGATION AGAINST THE CITY A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Council upon the advice of its legal counsel, and based upon existing facts and circumstances, there is a significant possibility of initiation of litigation against the City under Govt. Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) based upon two claims: 1) Fernando Valenzuela - pothole 2) Blanca Garnica - PD damage to door residence in responding to a call from her
ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure to Litigation Against the City pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). A point has been reached where, in the opinion of the City Council on the advice of its legal counsel, based on existing facts and circumstances, there is significant exposure to litigation against the City. There is one (1) potential case.
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, Successor Agency to the RDA and Successor Agency Housing Agency 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, Successor Agency to the RDA and Successor Housing Agency 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. 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
6:10-6:10 PRESENTATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR 6:10-6:15
PUBLIC COMMENTS 6:15-6:20
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.
1. Adopt Resolution No. 22- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO CONFIRMING THE CONTINUATION OF THE LOCAL STATE OF EMERGENCY AND THE STATE OF EMERGENCY PROCLAIMED BY GOVERNOR NEWSOM ON MARCH 4, 2020 AND AUTHORIZING REMOTE TELECONFERENCE MEETINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE PERIOD JUNE 8, 2022 THROUGH JULY 5, 2022. Agenda City Council of the City of El Centro June 7, 2022 City of El Centro Page 4
2. Approve City Council minutes of May 17, 2022, May 24, 2022 (5:00 pm) and May 24, 2022 (6:00 pm).
3. Authorize the City Clerk to notify each City Agency to review their code and submit a notice that either amendments are required or no amendments are necessary.
4. Adopt Resolution No. 22- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 8, 2022 FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE CHARTER AND STATE LAW
5. Adopt Resolution No. 22- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF IMPERIAL TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 8, 2022, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE DATE PURSUANT TO ELECTIONS CODE §10403
6. Adopt Resolution No. 22 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING THE PARTNERSHIP SITE AND TRAINING AGREEMENT WITH IMPERIAL VALLEY COLLEGE - CAREER SERVICES CENTER
7. Authorize the filing of the fiscal year 2021-2022 claims with Imperial County Transportation Commission (ICTC) for Public Transportation pursuant to: 1. Article 8(e) of the Public Utilities code for bus benches/shelter in the amount of $18,620, 7TH/State Street bus terminal in the amount of $45,000, and for the regional maintenance and upkeep for benches/shelter in the amount of $25,000 for a grand total of $88,620. 2. Article 3 of the Public Utilities code for bicycle and pedestrian facilities in the amount of $37,061.
8. Adopt Resolution No. 22- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO ADOPTING A LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2022-2023 TO BE FUNDED BY SB 1: THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT
9. Adopt Resolution No. 22- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING AN AMENDED CONSULTING AGREEMENT FOR LABOR NEGOTIATION SERVICES
6:20 - 7:30 PUBLIC HEARINGS
10. Public Hearing to consider the residential and commercial solid waste services rates and tabulate protest ballot results PRESENTATION: Abraham Campos, PE - Public Works Director/City Engineer RECOMMENDATION: Upon a Favorable Result on the Ballot Count and Upon Conclusion of the Public Hearing, Adopt Resolution No. 22- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, DECLARING THE RESULTS OF THE PROPERTY OWNER PROTEST BALLOT PROCEEDING CONDUCTED FOR THE INCREASE OF RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL/MULTIFAMILY SOLID WASTE RATES, COMMENCING IN FISCAL YEAR 2022/2023 AND THE SUBSEQUENT FOUR FISCAL YEARS, MAKING FINDINGS AND APPROVING SUCH RATES AND CERTAIN RELATED ACTIONS
11. Public hearing to consider the recommendation of the Planning Commission regarding Change of Zone 22-02 PRESENTATION: Angel Hernandez, Interim Director of Community Development RECOMMENDATION: Introduce Ordinance No. 22- , ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE ZONING MAP OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO PERTAINING TO CHANGE OF ZONE 22-02, waive reading and approve as first reading and authorize City Clerk to place on the next agenda for second reading and adoption. 7:30-8:10 NEW BUSINESS
12. Adoption of Juneteenth as a Holiday in the City of El Centro PRESENTATION: Dulce Bedolla, Human Resources Director RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 22- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO DECLARING JUNE NINETEENTH (Juneteenth) TO BE A CITY HOLIDAY
13. Adoption of Fireworks Social Host Ordinance PRESENTATION: Police Chief, Interim Fire Chief RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Urgency Ordinance No. 22- , AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA AMENDING CHAPTER 10, ARTICLE V OF THE CITY CODE ENTITLED “FIREWORKS”.
14. Community Sponsorship Request - Sure Helpline Center PRESENTATION: Liz Zarate, Management Assistant RECOMMENDATION: Discussion and any necessary action regarding the requested sponsorship from Sure Helpline Center.
15. Rural Recreation and Tourism - Bucklin Park Amphitheater Project PRESENTATION: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director RECOMMENDATION: 1. Rescind Resolution No. 21-85- RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR RURAL RECREATION AND TOURISM PROGRAM GRANT FUNDS AND 2. Adopt Resolution No. 22- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR RURAL RECREATION AND TOURISM GRANT FUNDS 3. Consideration of approval of $1,650,000 in Measure P Grant Funds for the purpose of the Bucklin Park Amphitheatre Project
16. Discussion and any necessary action regarding use of Measure P funding for the local match and authorizing the City Manager to execute grant agreements with Caltrans for the Imperial Avenue Complete Streets Plan PRESENTATION: Angel Hernandez, Interim Community Development Director RECOMMENDATION: 1. Allocate $39,000 in Measure P funds for the required local match for the Imperial Avenue Complete Streets project. 2. Approval of Resolution No. 22- A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE IMPERIAL AVENUE COMPLETE STREETS PLAN 8:10-8:25 SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REVELOPMENT AGENCY
17. Discussion and related action regarding Disposition, Development, and Loan Agreement for Jacaranda Gardens Phase I, to be located at 1625 N. Waterman Avenue, El Centro, CA 92243, and further identified by APN 064- 470-103 PRESENTATION: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. SA 22- , RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, DECLARING AS EXEMPT SURPLUS LAND APPROXIMATELY 5.53 ACRES OF SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY-OWNED VACANT PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1625 N. WATERMAN AVENUE IN THE CITY OF EL CENTRO (APN: 064-470- 103), PURSUANT TO ASSEMBLY BILL 1486, AND APPROVING THE TRANSFER OF THE PROPERTY FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF 100% LOWER INCOME UNITS AND APPROVING OTHER ACTIONS RELATED THERETO LEGISLATIVE ACTION ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT INFORMATIONAL ITEMS
18. Notification of rejection of claim of Bianca Garnica by Carl Warren & Co., Claims Administrator
19. Notification of rejection of claim of Fernando Valenzuela by Carl Warren & Co., Claims Administrator.
20. Received and filed notification of Southern California Gas Company's request for rate increase Application A.22-05-015 8:25-9:00
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