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

The public may attend in person. 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 January 17, 2023.

COUNCIL MEMBERS, STAFF AND THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND VIA ZOOM.

To participate and make a public comment in person, via Zoom or telephone, please raise your hand, speak up and introduce yourself. Join Zoom Meeting: https://us06web.zoom.us/j/81754713202?pwd=eUh2alNlZ2VXMHRDWWxEaERKeDB4dz09 Optional dial-in number: 1 (669) 900-6833 Meeting ID: 817 5471 3202 Passcode: 916146 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: Martha Cardenas-Singh Interim City Manager: Cedric Ceseña Mayor Pro-Tem: Sylvia Marroquin City Attorney: Elizabeth Martyn Evans Council Members: Edgard Garcia City Clerk: Norma Wyles Tomás Oliva Sonia Carter

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, 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 Section 54957.6 for the following purposes of considering employee compensation in the form of fringe benefits, or, as applicable, other related matters within the scope of representation to consider compensation for the librarian, city clerk and related positions. Any compensation increases will be presented for a vote in open session. CLOSED SESSION PURSUANT TO GOVT. CODE SECTION 54957 Public Employment - Permanent City Manager Position ANTICIPATED LITIGATION 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). POSSIBLE LITIGATION 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 that the City will initiate litigation under Govt Code Section 54956.9(d)(2). CLOSED SESSION WILL BE CONTINUED FROM 5:00 PM - 5:45 PM 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 Agenda City Council of the City of El Centro January 17, 2023 City of El Centro Page 3 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 6:10-6:15 (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. 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. Approve Warrant Registers for the Month of December 2022 2. Approve Payroll Registers for the Month of December 2022

3. Approve Treasurer's Report for the Month of December 2022

4. Adopt Resolution No. 23- , 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 JANUARY 16, 2023 THROUGH FEBRUARY 15, 2023

5. Approval of City Council Minutes of October 04, 2022.

6. Adopt Resolution No. 23- , REVIEWING AND CONFIRMING THE PROCLAMATION OF LOCAL EMERGENCY IN THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

7. Approve Municipal Advisor Agreement with NHA Advisors, LLC for bond issue continuing disclosure requirements.

8. Approve Municipal Advisor Agreement with NHA Advisors, LLC for general and special project services 6:20-6:35 PUBLIC HEARING

9. Approval of Issuance of Lease Revenue Bonds, 2023 Series A (Police Station Project) PRESENTATION: Cedric Cesena, Interim City Manager & Karla Chaparro, Interim Finance Director RECOMMENDATION: 1) The City Council approve: Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING THE ISSUANCE OF LEASE REVENUE BONDS (POLICE STATION PROJECT), 2023 SERIES A, IN THE AGGREGATE PRINCIPAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $49,500,000; APPROVING THE FORM OF PRELIMINARY OFFICIAL STATEMENT AND THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF A FINAL OFFICIAL STATEMENT, A SITE AND FACILITY LEASE, A LEASE AGREEMENT, A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT AND A BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT, AND AUTHORIZING ACTIONS AND EXECUTION OF DOCUMENTS RELATED THERETO; AND

6:35-7:25 NEW BUSINESS

10. City Manager New Staffing Recommendation PRESENTATION: Dulce Bedolla, Human Resource Director RECOMMENDATION: Approve the creation of the Public Information Officer position as described in job description

11. Employment Contract for City Clerk PRESENTATION: Dulce Bedolla, Human Resource Director RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO ESTABLISHING THE COMPENSATION AND EMPLOYMENT TERMS FOR THE POSITION OF CITY CLERK

12. Discussion and Necessary Action Regarding Award of Bid and Authorizing the Execution of a Contract for the McGee Park Phase III Project PRESENTATION: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AWARDING THE BID AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR THE MC GEE PARK PHASE III PROJECT Approve an additional $350,000 in Measure P funds for the McGee Park Phase III Project.

13. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the award of the Extension of Imperial Avenue from Interstate 8 to Wake Avenue and Wake Avenue East of Imperial Avenue - Phase I - STPL-5169 (049) PRESENTATION: Abraham Campos, PE - Public Works Director/City Engineer RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AWARDING THE BID AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR THE EXTENSION OF IMPERIAL AVENUE FROM INTERSTATE 8 TO WAKE AVENUE AND WAKE AVENUE EAST OF IMPERIAL AVENUE - PHASE I - STPL-5169(049)

14. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the award of the Extension of Imperial Avenue from Wake Avenue to Danenberg Drive - Phase II - STBGL 5169 (054) PRESENTATION: Abraham Campos, PE - Public Works Director / City Engineer RECOMMENDATION: Adopt resolution No 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AWARDING THE BID AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR THE EXTENSION OF IMPERIAL AVENUE FROM WAKE AVENUE TO DANENBERG DRIVE - PHASE II - STBGL-5169 (054)

15. Discussion and any necessary action regarding an appointment to the Library & Community Services Board. PRESENTATION: Mayor Martha Cardenas-Singh RECOMMENDATION: Mayors Recommendation: Appointment to the Library & Community Services Board for (1) unscheduled vacancy Voting member with term ending on June 30, 2025.

16. Discussion and any necessary action regarding appointments to the El Centro Regional Medical Center (ECRMC) Board of Trustees. PRESENTATION: Mayor Martha Cardenas-Singh RECOMMENDATION: Request that the Mayor make two (2) additional appointments to the El Centro Regional Medical Center for the Chief Medical Officer and UCSD management representative. LEGISLATIVE ACTION INFORMATIONAL ITEMS

17. Imperial Avenue / Euclid Avenue sink hole emergency work update

18. Imperial Avenue / Scott Avenue sink hole emergency work update

19. Received and referred to Community Development Department/Planning Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License regarding the following: Fujisan Sushi, 1560 Ocotillo Dr., Ste. O, El Centro, California 

20. Received and referred to Community Development Department/Planning Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License regarding the following: Senoritas Bar & Grill, 446 Broadway Ave., El Centro, California

7:25-7:55 TASK FORCE REPORTS AND MAYOR - COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS 7:55-8:05

CITY MANAGER REPORT

ADJOURNMENT