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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/4180375132?pwd=Rmo5UjZ1cWdyV1VoWUhSZWp6R0tVZz09 Optional dial-in number: 1 (669) 444-9171 Meeting ID: 418 037 5132 Passcode: 5iHJYM 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 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) - 1 case 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). 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.

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.

6:15-6:35 SCHEDULED PRESENTATION

1. Presentation by Esperanza Colio, Calexico City Manager

2. Introduction of New Community Relations Unit Officer 6:35-6:40 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.

3. Approve Warrant Registers for the Month of January 2023

4. Approve Payroll Registers for the Month of January 2023

5. Approve Treasurer's Report for the Month of January 2023

6. 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 FEBRUARY 16, 2023 THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 2023

6:40-7:20 UNFINISHED BUSINESS

7. Discussion and necessary action related to proposals received for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Year 2023-2024 PRESENTATION: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director RECOMMENDATION: Discussion and necessary action related to proposals received for CDBG Program Year 2023-2024. 7:20-8:00-

NEW BUSINESS

8. Discussion and Necessary Action Regarding the Award of Bid and Authorizing the Execution of a Contract for the Debbie Pittman Field Lighting Project PRESENTATION: Adriana Nava 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 DEBBIE PITTMAN FIELD LIGHTING PROJECT

9. Approval of Agreement with Securitas for Security Services at Various City Facilities PRESENTATION: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AWARDING A BID AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR SECURITAS SECURITY SERVICES USA, INC. FOR SECURITY SERVICES FOR CITY FACILITIES

10. Renewal of Resolution Declaring a Local Emergency in the City of El Centro due to Imperial County Storm Event 10/15/22 PRESENTATION: Abraham Campos, PE - Public Works Director/City Engineer RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RENEWAL OF THE PROCLAMATION AND RATIFICATION OF A LOCAL STORM EMERGENCY IN THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

11. Discussion and necessary action regarding termination of COVID-19 Vaccination and Testing Policy PRESENTATION: Dulce Bedolla, Human Resources Director RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, TERMINATING POLICY NO. 218 SETTING A COVID-19 VACCINATION OR TESTING POLICY FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE CITY EMPLOYEES

12. Ending the State of Emergency for COVID-19 PRESENTATION: Cedric Cesena, Interim City Manager RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO DECLARING ENDING A LOCAL EMERGENCY FOR THE COVID-19 CORONA VIRUS

13. Employment Contract for Deputy Police Chief 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 DEPUTY POLICE CHIEF

14. Mayors appointment to the IID 2 on 2 Meeting Board. PRESENTATION: Mayor Martha Cardenas-Singh RECOMMENDATION: Mayors Recommendation: Appointment of two Council Members to the IID 2 on 2 Meeting Board. LEGISLATIVE ACTION INFORMATIONAL ITEMS