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 August 15, 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/4180375132?pwd=Rmo5UjZ1cWdyV1VoWUhSZWp6R0tVZz09 Optional dial-in number: 1 (669) 900-6833 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 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 pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) or that the City will initiate litigation pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54956.9(d)(4). 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, police commanders and finance manager. Any compensation increases will be presented for a vote in open session. REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATION The City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to Govt. Code Section 54956.8 to give instructions to the City's negotiator, Cedric Cesena, City Manager, regarding negotiations with the Imperial County Office of Education, which instructions concern price, terms of payment or both, including use restrictions, development obligations and other monetary consideration, concerning the purchase, sale, exchange and/or lease o that portion of the property known as the former City library location on Parcel 2 of Valley Center Plaza. EXISTING LITIGATION The City Council will recess to closed session to consider existing matters in the Maruti v. City of El Centro, ECU0016 eminent domain 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 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. However, you may not show a visual presentation without review of that material. If you do so, you will be considered out of order.

* 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. 6:15-6:40 - PRESENTATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS BY MAYOR:

1. Senior Appreciation Day - August 21, 2023.

2. Recognition of City of El Centro Board Members for Library & Community Services Board, Friends of El Centro Community Services Foundation and Planning Commission. 3. Certificate of Appreciation - Anne Irigoyen

4. Recognition of Valley All Stars Basketball Team

5. Recognition of El Centro Dance Groups We Don't Play and Pink Spice.

6:40-6:50 - SCHEDULED PUBLIC COMMENTS Item(s) appearing under this section have submitted a written request to the City Clerk a minimum of one week prior to the regular meeting.

6. Introduction of New IV Regional Chamber of Commerce President - Sherri Cowie

6:50-6:55 - CONSENT AGENDA: (ITEM 7-12)

7. Approve Warrant Registers for the Month of July 2023

8. Approve Payroll Registers for the Month of July 2023

9. Approval of Treasurer's Report for the Month of July 2023

10. 2nd Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 23-04, ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO AMENDING CHAPTER 22.1 OF THE CODE OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO REGARDING TEMPORARY NON-COMMERCIAL SIGNAGE, MURAL, AND DISPLAY WINDOW SIGNS , waive reading and adopt by title only.

11. Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING A CONSULTING AGREEMENT WITH DYNAMIC CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC. FOR JACARANDA OFFSITE IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT

12. Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN IMPERIAL COUNTY CHILDREN AND FAMILIES FIRST COMMISSION FOR WATER SAFETY AND PEDIATRIC FIRST AID FOR STEPPING STONES PROGRAM PARTICIPANTS. 6:55-7:15 - PUBLIC HEARING:

13. Discussion and related action regarding naming of Dog Park, to be located at 670 Park Avenue to "Heald Family's El Centro Dog Park" PRESENTATION: Adriana Nava, Community Services Director RECOMMENDATION: Discussion and related action regarding naming of Dog Park to "Heald Family’s El Centro Dog Park." 7:15-7:50 - NEW BUSINESS:

14. Community Sponsorship - El Centro Police Explorer Program Post 1908 PRESENTATION: Cedric Ceseña, City Manager RECOMMENDATION: Discussion and any necessary action regarding the requested sponsorship from El Centro Police Explorer Program Post 1908 

15. Community Sponsorship - Proyecto Heber PRESENTATION: Cedric Cesena, City Manager RECOMMENDATION: Discussion and any necessary action regarding the requested sponsorship from Proyecto Heber

16. Community Sponsorship - Imperial Valley 9/11 Stair Climb Committee PRESENTATION: Cedric Ceseña, City Manager RECOMMENDATION: Discussion and any necessary action regarding the requested sponsorship from Imperial Valley 9/11 Stair Climb Committee

17. Employment Contract for Library Director 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 LIBRARY DIRECTOR

18. CalPERS Contract Amendment Intention PRESENTATION: Dulce Bedolla, Human Resource Director RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION, CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

19. Discussion and necessary action regarding an agreement with Comite Civico del Valle, Inc. for Electric Vehicle Charging Station Site PRESENTATION: Cedric Ceseña, City Manager RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND COMITE CIVICO FOR FOUR ELECTRIC CHARGING STATIONS AT THE EL CENTRO LIBRARY

20. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the approval of the Program Supplement Agreement for LPPSB1L-5169 (056) Commercial Ave. Improvements 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. 00000A200 TO THE ADMINISTERING AGENCY-STATE AGREEMENT FOR STATE FUNDED PROJECTS NO. 11-5169S21 WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION

21. Vacation of Public Utility Easement of Jackson Court PRESENTATION: Abraham Campos, Public Works Director/City Engineer RECOMMENDATION: Approve Resolution No. 23- , RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL CENTRO ORDERING THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENT PARTIALLY LOCATED ON PARCEL 3 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 54-050-25, ADJACENT TO THE ABANDONED JACKSON COURT IN THE CITY OF EL CENTRO

22. Measure P funding commitment request for youth sports programs. PRESENTATION: Edgard Garcia, Council Member RECOMMENDATION: Approve a yearly commitment of Measure P funding in the amount of $45,000 for youth sports programs.

23. Discussion and any necessary action regarding the appointment of a voting delegate and alternate(s) for the League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo - September 20-22, 2023 in Sacramento, CA. PRESENTATION: Martha Cardenas-Singh, Mayor RECOMMENDATION: Mayor's Recommendation: Appointment of voting delegate and alternate(s) in order to vote at the Annual Business Meeting. LEGISLATIVE ACTION:  INFORMATIONAL ITEMS:

24. Imperial and Villa local emergency update

25. Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License-AXIS-MSO LLC Jackson 6844 960 Imperial Hwy El Centro, CA 92243-1736 26. Received and referred to Community Development Department, Application for Alcoholic Beverage License- CEC Entertainment, LLC Chuck E Cheese's 803 Danenberg Dr. El Centro, Ca 92243-5806 27. Received and filed notification of Southern California Gas Company notification of Request for Compensation through the Gas Cost Incentive Mechanism. 7:50-8:20 TASK FORCE REPORTS AND MAYOR - COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS: 8:20-8:30 CITY

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