AGENDA CITY OF EL CENTRO CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY, MAY 16, 2023 City Hall Regular Meeting

11:30 AM 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 May 16, 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/82793169280?pwd=SHcxdHhIR0JJZEdMMDlETFc5K1ZsZz09 Optional dial-in number: 1 (669) 900-6833 Meeting ID: 827 9316 9280 Passcode: 156330 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: REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATION The City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to Govt. Coe Section 54956.8 to give instructions to the City's negotiators (Cedric Cesena, Interim City Manager, Abraham Campos, Public Works Director, Adriana Nava, Community Services Director, and Angel Hernandez, Community Development Director, regarding negotiations with ICOE for the lease or purchase of a portion of Parcel 2 at Valley Center Plaza, which instructions include those as to price, terms and other monetary consideration. PERSONNEL MATTERS The City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 to consider the process for appointment of a city manager. 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). 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). 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.: A

6:00 PM - OPEN SESSION: ALL TIMES ARE APPROXIMATE AND MAY VARY C

ALL TO ORDER:

ROLL CALL BY CITY CLERK:

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

INVOCATION: 6:05-6:10 PM -

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION:

6:10-6:15 PM - (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 PM -

PRESENTATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR:

1. Proclamation - National Public Works Week - May 21-27, 2023

2. Proclamation - Building Safety Month - May 2023

3. Proclamation - National Police Week - May 14-20, 2023 4. Proclamation - EMS (Emergency Medical Services) Week - May 21 - 27, 2023 6:35-6:40 PM - CONSENT AGENDA:

5. Warrant Registers for April 2023

6. Approval of Payroll Registers for the Month of April 2023

7. Treasurer's Report - April 2023

8. Approval of City Council Minutes of April 4, 2023 and April 13, 2023.

9. Award of Water Treatment Plant Chlorine Conversion Project

10. Approve Amendment No. 1 to Task Order No. 2 between the City of El Centro and Aztec Engineering California, Inc., for engineering services related to the ATP Cycle 5 Improvements project under the Aztec Engineering Inc. On-Call agreement.

11. Adoption of Resolution authorizing the Levy of a Special Tax in Community Facilities District No. 2007-1 (Legacy Ranch) for Fiscal Year 2023/2024

12. City of El Centro Memorandum of Understanding with Imperial Valley College (IVC) for Use of Facilities 6:40-7:10 PM - PUBLIC HEARINGS:

13. Public Hearing for the purpose of adopting, updating, and confirming certain city rates, charges and user fees for participation in certain recreational programs. PRESENTATION: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director RECOMMENDATION: Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 23- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING, UPDATING AND CONFIRMING CERTAIN CITY RATES, CHARGES AND USER FEES FOR PARTICIPATION IN CERTAIN RECREATIONAL PROGRAMS

14. Public hearing for the purpose of approving the Engineer's Report regarding Buena Vista Landscaping and Lighting District and authorizing the levy and collection of assessments related thereto commencing in fiscal year 2023/2024 PRESENTATION: Karla Chaparro, Director of Finance RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 23- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO, APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT REGARDING BUENA VISTA LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT AND AUTHORIZING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO COMMENCING IN FISCAL YEAR 2023/2024

15. Public hearing for the purpose of approving the Engineer's Report regarding Legacy Ranch Landscaping and Lighting District and authorizing the levy and collection of assessments related thereto commencing in fiscal year 2023/2024 PRESENTATION: Karla Chaparro, Director of Finance RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No 23- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT REGARDING LEGACY RANCH LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT AND AUTHORIZING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO COMMENCING IN FISCAL YEAR 2023/2024

16. Public hearing for the purpose of approving the Engineer's Report regarding the El Centro Town Center Landscaping and Lighting District and the levy and collection of assessments related thereto commencing in fiscal year 2023/2024 PRESENTATION: Karla Chaparro, Director of Finance RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 23- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT REGARDING THE EL CENTRO TOWN CENTER LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT AND THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO COMMENCING IN FISCAL YEAR 2023/2024

7:10-7:50 PM - NEW BUSINESS:

17. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the approval of a project list to receive SB1 funding for FY 23-24 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 ADOPTING A LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 FUNDED BY SB 1: THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT

18. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the approval of the Program Supplement Agreement for CRASL-5169 (055) related to the 2023 Streets Overlay Project 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 APPROVING PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. 00000A122 TO THE ADMINISTERING AGENCY-STATE AGREEMENT FOR STATE FUNDED PROJECTS NO. 11-5169S21 WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

19. Discussion and necessary action regarding a Cooperative Field Experience Program Affiliate Agreement between El Centro Fire Department and Imperial Community College District PRESENTATION: Joseph Bernal, Fire Chief RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 23- , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO CONTINUING A COOPERATIVE FIELD EXPERIENCE PROGRAM AFFILIATE AGREEMENT WITH IMPERIAL COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT FOR ITS FIRE TRAINING PROGRAMS

20. Discussion and related action regarding amending the contract for Securitas Security Services USA for Security Services for City Facilities PRESENTATION: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING THE CONTRACT FOR SECURITAS SECURITY SERVICES USA, FOR SECURITY SERVICES FOR CITY FACILITIES

21. Community Sponsorship Request - Sure Helpline Center PRESENTATION: Cedric Ceseña, Interim City Manager RECOMMENDATION: Discussion and any necessary action regarding the requested sponsorship from Sure Helpline Center. 

7:50-8:00 PM - LEGISLATIVE ACTION: 22. Letter of Support for Legislature to Take Action on Fentanyl. 8:00-8:30 PM - T

ASK FORCE REPORTS AND MAYOR - COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS: 8:30-8:40 PM -

CITY MANAGER REPORT:

ADJOURNMENT: Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet will be available for public inspection at the Office of the City Clerk, 1275 Main Street, El Centro, California 92243, Monday-Friday during normal business hours. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, you should contact the office of the City Clerk at (760)337-4515. Notification at least 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangement to assure accessibility to this meeting.