Call to Order Roll Call of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Romero, Saleh, Valencia, Quintana and Gallardo Communications from the Public on Closed Session Items This is the time for members of the public to address the City Council and related Authorities and Agencies only on items that are listed under Closed Session. Closed Session The City Council and the related Authorities and Agencies will recess to closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding the following matters: a) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-POTENTIAL LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: (3 cases) b) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Name of Case: Mark Sanchez v. City of Bell, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BC665466 c) CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Government Code Section 54957.6., Agency designated representatives: Bell Police Officers Association (BPOA) d) CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Government Code Section 54957.6., Agency designated representatives: Bell City Employees Association (BCEA) e) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Name of Case: East Yard Communities For Environmental Justice, et.al. v. City of Bell, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BS172136
Reconvene Regular City Council Meeting
Roll Call of the City Council in their capacities as Council members/Members of all Related Agencies: Romero, Saleh, Valencia, Quintana and Gallardo Pledge of Allegiance
The City Attorney will report out on any action(s) to be taken by the City Council/Agencies on Closed Session matters.
Presentations and Recognitions
Business of the Month Proclamation declaring the month of June 2018, as Elder Abuse Awareness Month Proclamation declaring the month of June 2018, as LGBTQ Pride Month
Communications from the Public
This is the time members of the public may address the City Council and related Authorities and Agencies. The public may speak on items that are on the agenda and on non-agenda items that are under the subject matter jurisdiction of City Council and/or its related authorities and agencies.
Mayor and City Council Communications
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 1234, this is the time and place to provide a brief report on meetings, seminars and conferences attended by the Mayor and City Councilmembers.
In this portion of the agenda, the City Manager will provide a brief report on items of interest to the City Council and/or the community.
Review and Approval of Fiscal Year 2018-19 Proposed Budget. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2018- 34 titled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL ADOPTING THE CITY BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1,2018 AND ENDING JUNE 30,2019
Results of the refunding of the City's General Obligation Bonds. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.
Economic Development Activities Update. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report and provide any comments during the presentation.
City Council Developer Selection for the Shoe City Property at the Southeast Corner of Atlantic/Gage. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: a) Receive the developers presentations; and b) Authorize the City Manager to commence negotiations for a Development Agreement between the City of Bell and Primestor for the future development of the Shoe City property located at the Southeast corner of Atlantic Avenue and Gage Avenue.
Approve a new Non-Exclusive Franchise Agreement with Mr. C's Towing of South Gate, Inc., for Tow Truck Services for three (3) years, with two (2) one-year extensions. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council discuss and choose one of the following options regarding towing services for the City: a) Approve a new Non-Exclusive Franchise Agreement with Mr. C's Towing of South Gate, Inc., for Tow Truck Services for three (3) years, with two (2) oneyear extensions. b) Approve a new Non-Exclusive Franchise Agreement with both Mr. C's Towing of South Gate, Inc. and U.S. Tow, Inc., for Tow Truck Services for three (3) years, with two (2) one-year extensions; or c) Consider other unspecified options for Towing Services.
Discussion regarding a Resolution calling and giving notice of a Special Municipal Election in order to establish and update the City's Business License Tax. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council discuss and choose one of the following options with regard to updating the existing City Business License Tax: a) Bring back a Resolution on June 27, 2018, in order to call and give notice of a Special Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 6, 2018; b) Postpone this Measure until 2019; or c) Consider other unspecified options.
Approve Amendment No. 2 with BrightView Landscape, LLC, (formerly known as ValleyCrest Landscape Maintenance, Inc.), for one additional year for landscaping services for the City of Bell. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment No. 2 with BrightView Landscape, LLC, (formerly known as ValleyCrest Landscape Maintenance, Inc.), for landscaping services for the City of Bell for one-year.
Utilization of HGAC Nationwide Government Procurement Service (HGACBUY) For Vehicle Purchases and Award the Purchases of One Ford F-350 Crew Cab CNG Stakebed Truck and Vehicle Lighting Package. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: a) Approve the utilization of HGACBuy, a national cooperative purchasing program, to purchase City vehicles. b) Award to Siisbee Ford, for the purchase of one (1) 2019 Ford F-350 CNG Stakebed Truck in the amount of $51,727.60. c) Award to Southwest Traffic Systems, Inc., Phoenix, AZ, the purchase of one (1) vehicle lighting package in the amount of $3,300.47. d) It is recommended that the City Council read by the title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2018- 36 titled: A RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL AUTHORIZING A FY 2017-18 BUDGET AMENDMENT TO TRANSFER $11,727.60 FROM THE AQMD RESERVE FUND TO THE AQMD FUEL EFFICIENT TRUCK ACCOUNT
Approve the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority ("LACMTA") Funding Agreement for the Eastern Avenue Capacity and Operational Improvements Project in the Amount of $2,158,304. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the LACMTA Funding Agreement for the Eastern Avenue Capacity and Operational Improvements Project and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
Approval of the Engineer's Report and set the Public Hearing to consider annual assessments within the Citywide Sanitary Sewer Maintenance District with no increase in assessments. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt: a) Resolution No. 2018-28 approving the FY 2018/2019 Engineer's Report for the citywide Sanitary Sewer District; and b) Resolution No. 2018-29 authorizing the publication of the Notice of Intent and setting June 27, 2018 for a Public Hearing to consider the levying and collection of assessments within the above-described Assessment District.
Approval of the Engineer's Report and set the Public Hearing to consider annual assessments within the Citywide Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District with no increase in assessments. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt: a) Resolution No. 2018-30 approving the FY2018-2019 Engineer's Report for the citywide Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District; and b) Resolution No. 2018-31 authorizing the publication of the Notice of Intent and setting June 27, 2018 for a Public Hearing to consider the levying and collection of assessments within the above-described Assessment District
Approve Contract Services Agreement Amendment No. 1 with Transtech Engineers, Inc., for Building and Safety Services. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve Contract Services Agreement Amendment No. 1 with Transtech Engineers, Inc., for Building and Safety Services.
Conditional Use Permit Application Fee Waiver Request from Southeast Community Foundation. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: a) Receive the report and discuss the fee waiver request; and b) Grant partial fee waiver and direct staff to accept the Conditional Use Permit Application with the reduced fee.
Resolution 2018-32 Approving Four Organizations to Operate Firework Stands in the City of Bell for the year 2018. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2018-32 titled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL APPROVING FOUR ORGANIZATIONS TO OPERATE FIREWORKS STANDS IN THE CITY OF BELL FOR THE YEAR 2018
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They are acted upon by the City Council and related authorities at one time without discussion. Recommendation: Approve item(s) 15 and 24. 15. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2018-35 titled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL APPROVING THE DRIVEWAY EXTENSION HARDSCAPE MATERIAL PALETTE PER BELL MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 17.16.040.B.1, 17.20.040.E.1, and 17.24.050.K.1 16. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Ordinance 1231 titled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL, CALIFORNIA, TO AMEND CHAPTER 8.20 OF TITLE 8 OF THE BELL MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTION 8.20.130 AND 8.20.140 TO ADD REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO THE USE OF FIREWORKS BY MINORS 17. Amendment No. 2 with Carl Warren & Company and the Independent Cities Risk Management Authority for Liability Claims Administration Services. (Council) 18. Amendment No. 2 with Graffiti Protective Coating (GPC), which will extend the term of the Agreement an additional 12 months, and increase the contract by $180,000.00 for additional graffiti removal services. (Council) 19. Approve Amendment No. 2 with BrightView Landscape, LLC, (formerly known as ValleyCrest Landscape Maintenance, Inc.), for additional landscaping services for the Bell Community Housing Authority. (Housing Authority) 20. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2018-33 titled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL, OPPOSING THE TAX FAIRNESS, TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2018 22. Amendment No. 2 with Swagit Productions, LLC, for additional live web streaming, and recording services for FY 18-19. 23. General Warrants, Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency and Community Housing Authority Warrants dated June 13, 2018. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Community Housing Authority). 24. Minutes for the Regular City Council Meetings of May 9 and 23, 2018. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Community Housing Authority).
Approve Atwater's Basic Concept Drawings and plans for the Bell Community Housing Authority owned land commonly known as 4400 Gage Avenue, 4410 Gage Avenue, and 6419 Pine Avenue. (Housing Authority)
Call to Order Roll Call of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Romero, Saleh, Valencia, Quintana and Gallardo Communications from the Public on Closed Session Items This is the time for members of the public to address the City Council and related Authorities and Agencies only on items that are listed under Closed Session. Closed Session The City Council and the related Authorities and Agencies will recess to closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding the following matters: a) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-POTENTIAL LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: (3 cases) b) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Name of Case: Mark Sanchez v. City of Bell, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BC665466 c) CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Government Code Section 54957.6., Agency designated representatives: Bell Police Officers Association (BPOA) d) CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Government Code Section 54957.6., Agency designated representatives: Bell City Employees Association (BCEA) e) Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation, Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Name of Case: East Yard Communities For Environmental Justice, et.al. v. City of Bell, et al., Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BS172136
Reconvene Regular City Council Meeting
Roll Call of the City Council in their capacities as Council members/Members of all Related Agencies: Romero, Saleh, Valencia, Quintana and Gallardo Pledge of Allegiance
The City Attorney will report out on any action(s) to be taken by the City Council/Agencies on Closed Session matters.
Presentations and Recognitions
Business of the Month Proclamation declaring the month of June 2018, as Elder Abuse Awareness Month Proclamation declaring the month of June 2018, as LGBTQ Pride Month
Communications from the Public
This is the time members of the public may address the City Council and related Authorities and Agencies. The public may speak on items that are on the agenda and on non-agenda items that are under the subject matter jurisdiction of City Council and/or its related authorities and agencies.
Mayor and City Council Communications
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 1234, this is the time and place to provide a brief report on meetings, seminars and conferences attended by the Mayor and City Councilmembers.
In this portion of the agenda, the City Manager will provide a brief report on items of interest to the City Council and/or the community.
Review and Approval of Fiscal Year 2018-19 Proposed Budget. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2018- 34 titled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL ADOPTING THE CITY BUDGET FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1,2018 AND ENDING JUNE 30,2019
Results of the refunding of the City's General Obligation Bonds. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.
Economic Development Activities Update. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report and provide any comments during the presentation.
City Council Developer Selection for the Shoe City Property at the Southeast Corner of Atlantic/Gage. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: a) Receive the developers presentations; and b) Authorize the City Manager to commence negotiations for a Development Agreement between the City of Bell and Primestor for the future development of the Shoe City property located at the Southeast corner of Atlantic Avenue and Gage Avenue.
Approve a new Non-Exclusive Franchise Agreement with Mr. C's Towing of South Gate, Inc., for Tow Truck Services for three (3) years, with two (2) one-year extensions. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council discuss and choose one of the following options regarding towing services for the City: a) Approve a new Non-Exclusive Franchise Agreement with Mr. C's Towing of South Gate, Inc., for Tow Truck Services for three (3) years, with two (2) oneyear extensions. b) Approve a new Non-Exclusive Franchise Agreement with both Mr. C's Towing of South Gate, Inc. and U.S. Tow, Inc., for Tow Truck Services for three (3) years, with two (2) one-year extensions; or c) Consider other unspecified options for Towing Services.
Discussion regarding a Resolution calling and giving notice of a Special Municipal Election in order to establish and update the City's Business License Tax. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council discuss and choose one of the following options with regard to updating the existing City Business License Tax: a) Bring back a Resolution on June 27, 2018, in order to call and give notice of a Special Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, November 6, 2018; b) Postpone this Measure until 2019; or c) Consider other unspecified options.
Approve Amendment No. 2 with BrightView Landscape, LLC, (formerly known as ValleyCrest Landscape Maintenance, Inc.), for one additional year for landscaping services for the City of Bell. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment No. 2 with BrightView Landscape, LLC, (formerly known as ValleyCrest Landscape Maintenance, Inc.), for landscaping services for the City of Bell for one-year.
Utilization of HGAC Nationwide Government Procurement Service (HGACBUY) For Vehicle Purchases and Award the Purchases of One Ford F-350 Crew Cab CNG Stakebed Truck and Vehicle Lighting Package. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: a) Approve the utilization of HGACBuy, a national cooperative purchasing program, to purchase City vehicles. b) Award to Siisbee Ford, for the purchase of one (1) 2019 Ford F-350 CNG Stakebed Truck in the amount of $51,727.60. c) Award to Southwest Traffic Systems, Inc., Phoenix, AZ, the purchase of one (1) vehicle lighting package in the amount of $3,300.47. d) It is recommended that the City Council read by the title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2018- 36 titled: A RESOLUTION OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL AUTHORIZING A FY 2017-18 BUDGET AMENDMENT TO TRANSFER $11,727.60 FROM THE AQMD RESERVE FUND TO THE AQMD FUEL EFFICIENT TRUCK ACCOUNT
Approve the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority ("LACMTA") Funding Agreement for the Eastern Avenue Capacity and Operational Improvements Project in the Amount of $2,158,304. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the LACMTA Funding Agreement for the Eastern Avenue Capacity and Operational Improvements Project and authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement.
Approval of the Engineer's Report and set the Public Hearing to consider annual assessments within the Citywide Sanitary Sewer Maintenance District with no increase in assessments. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt: a) Resolution No. 2018-28 approving the FY 2018/2019 Engineer's Report for the citywide Sanitary Sewer District; and b) Resolution No. 2018-29 authorizing the publication of the Notice of Intent and setting June 27, 2018 for a Public Hearing to consider the levying and collection of assessments within the above-described Assessment District.
Approval of the Engineer's Report and set the Public Hearing to consider annual assessments within the Citywide Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District with no increase in assessments. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt: a) Resolution No. 2018-30 approving the FY2018-2019 Engineer's Report for the citywide Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District; and b) Resolution No. 2018-31 authorizing the publication of the Notice of Intent and setting June 27, 2018 for a Public Hearing to consider the levying and collection of assessments within the above-described Assessment District
Approve Contract Services Agreement Amendment No. 1 with Transtech Engineers, Inc., for Building and Safety Services. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve Contract Services Agreement Amendment No. 1 with Transtech Engineers, Inc., for Building and Safety Services.
Conditional Use Permit Application Fee Waiver Request from Southeast Community Foundation. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: a) Receive the report and discuss the fee waiver request; and b) Grant partial fee waiver and direct staff to accept the Conditional Use Permit Application with the reduced fee.
Resolution 2018-32 Approving Four Organizations to Operate Firework Stands in the City of Bell for the year 2018. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2018-32 titled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL APPROVING FOUR ORGANIZATIONS TO OPERATE FIREWORKS STANDS IN THE CITY OF BELL FOR THE YEAR 2018
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They are acted upon by the City Council and related authorities at one time without discussion. Recommendation: Approve item(s) 15 and 24. 15. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2018-35 titled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL APPROVING THE DRIVEWAY EXTENSION HARDSCAPE MATERIAL PALETTE PER BELL MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 17.16.040.B.1, 17.20.040.E.1, and 17.24.050.K.1 16. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Ordinance 1231 titled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL, CALIFORNIA, TO AMEND CHAPTER 8.20 OF TITLE 8 OF THE BELL MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTION 8.20.130 AND 8.20.140 TO ADD REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO THE USE OF FIREWORKS BY MINORS 17. Amendment No. 2 with Carl Warren & Company and the Independent Cities Risk Management Authority for Liability Claims Administration Services. (Council) 18. Amendment No. 2 with Graffiti Protective Coating (GPC), which will extend the term of the Agreement an additional 12 months, and increase the contract by $180,000.00 for additional graffiti removal services. (Council) 19. Approve Amendment No. 2 with BrightView Landscape, LLC, (formerly known as ValleyCrest Landscape Maintenance, Inc.), for additional landscaping services for the Bell Community Housing Authority. (Housing Authority) 20. Read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution 2018-33 titled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL, OPPOSING THE TAX FAIRNESS, TRANSPARENCY AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2018 22. Amendment No. 2 with Swagit Productions, LLC, for additional live web streaming, and recording services for FY 18-19. 23. General Warrants, Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency and Community Housing Authority Warrants dated June 13, 2018. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Community Housing Authority). 24. Minutes for the Regular City Council Meetings of May 9 and 23, 2018. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Community Housing Authority).
Approve Atwater's Basic Concept Drawings and plans for the Bell Community Housing Authority owned land commonly known as 4400 Gage Avenue, 4410 Gage Avenue, and 6419 Pine Avenue. (Housing Authority)