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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01b. Minutes - 02-11-20 - Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 11, 2020 The City Council of the City of Downey held a Regular City Council Meeting on February 11, 2020, at 6:36 p.m., in the Council Chamber of the Downey City Hall, 11111 Brookshire Avenue, Downey, California, with Mayor Pacheco presiding. PRESENT: Council Members: Blanca Pacheco Mayor Claudia M. Frometa Mayor Pro Tern Sean Ashton Council Member Rick Rodriguez Council Member (excused) Alex Saab Council Member ALSO PRESENT: Gilbert Livas, City Manager John Oskoui, Assistant City Manager Yvette M. Abich Garcia, City Attorney Vaniah De Rojas, Assistant to the City Manager Dean Milligan, Chief of Police Mark Gillaspie, Fire Chief Aldo E. Schindler, Community Development Director Anil Gandhy, Finance Director Delfino Consunji, Public Works Director Pam Passow, Parks and Recreation Director James McQueen, Human Resources Director Alicia Duarte, CIVIC, City Clerk The Invocation was delivered by Nolveris Frometa, Planning Commissioner. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Andre Lucas, Downey High School Student. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS; REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS; CONFERENCE/MEETING REPORTS Council Member Saab welcomed the audience to the meeting. He acknowledged Nolveris Frometa, Superintendent Dr. John Garcia and Michael Calvert in the audience. He announced the upcoming 5K for TLC Love Run/Walk event. He reminded the audience that trash would be picked on President's Day. He reported attending the Independent Cities Association's 61st Annual Winter Seminar and reported on the session regarding cyber security and the importance of keeping up to date on the newest security trends. Mayor Pro Tern Frometa welcomed the audience to the meeting. She acknowledged Superintendent Dr. John Garcia, Michael Calvert, and Nolveris Frometa in the audience. She reported attending Lewis Elementary School's Grand Opening of the "All Star Studio" and toured the Robotics' area. She thanked Principal Allison Box for ensuring Downey students are exposed to the new technology. She reported attending the Independent Cities Association's 61st Annual Winter Seminar and reported the seminar's main focus was on public safety. She thanked Council colleague and President Elect Sean Ashton for the phenomenal job he is doing with Independent Cities Association. She mentioned the City of Downey was the most well represented City at the seminar and thanked City Manager Livas, Assistant City Manager Oskoui, Chief of Police Milligan and Fire Chief Gillaspie for their attendance. She thanked Emergency Manager Rakdy Khlok for her presentation at the seminar on Emergency City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — February 11, 2020 Management. She reported attending the Grand Opening of Dennis the Menace Park. She thanked Assistant City Manager Oskoui and Director Passow for their efforts to ensure the completion of the Measure S Park Construction Projects. She mentioned she had received complaints from residents regarding the conditions of the medians on Paramount Boulevard and Firestone Boulevard. She requested additional police patrolling on True Avenue south of Telegraph Road; and, installation of stop signs at True Avenue and Telegraph Road. She requested staff provide alternative options to address the increased traffic and speeding on Pangborn Avenue between Firestone Boulevard and Florence Avenue due to construction. City Manager Livas responded that an item was on the agenda to request authorization to solicit construction bids for the medians on Paramount Boulevard. He explained the project was to be completed with grant funding from the State; however, the funds were shifted to another account at State level. Council Member Ashton welcomed the audience to the meeting. He reported attending the Independent Cities Association's 61st Annual Winter Seminar as the President Elect. He reported on the most attended session, the City of Bellflower's report on their progress to combat homelessness; and, the Bellflower's enforcement of camping laws and providing temporary shelters. He thanked Emergency Manager Rakdy Khlok for her Emergency Management presentation at the seminar. He announced the upcoming Keep Downey Beautiful Clean Up event. He requested a briefing regarding speed limits monitoring control. Mayor Pacheco welcomed the audience to the meeting. She acknowledged the Police Officers and Firefighters in the audience. She reported attending the Independent Cities Association's 61st Annual Winter Seminar; and, reported on the emergency preparedness session. She stated the importance of being prepared for the next earthquake. She stated the City is fortunate to have their own CERT Program for its residents. She reported attending the City Council Goal Setting Retreat and mentioned the City Council focused on providing needed services to our residents and ensuring the quality of life is great and fun. She reported attending the Downey Police Department's Citizens Academy and mentioned during the classes the residents learn the Police Officers' daily duties. She also attended the reopening of Denise the Menace Park. 1. Mayor Pacheco with assistance from Dr. John Garcia, Superintendent; Kelsey Simpson, Downey High School Assistant Principal; and, Sam Jebananthan presented the Mayor's Impact Award to Downey Unified School District students for performing a good deed. 2. Mayor Pacheco with assistance from Chief Milligan, Sean Youngblood and Sergeant Jaime Pelayo presented a Certificate of Recognition to Downey Police Officers for becoming Tactical Medics. 3. Council Member Ashton presented a Certificate of Appointment to Madison Munguia, Public Works Committee, District 2. RECESS/RECONVENE Mayor Pacheco recessed the City Council meeting at 7:17 p.m. Mayor Pacheco reconvened the City Council meeting at 7:30 p.m. with all Council Members present and Mayor Rodriguez excused. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — February 11, 2020 2 PUBLIC HEARINGS 1. 2019 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE AND DOWNEY FIRE CODE: Fire. Adopted the following Ordinance: ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 20-1424, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AMENDING CHAPTER 3, 4, 5, AND 6 OF ARTICLE III OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE, THROUGH ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2019 CALIFORNIA FIRE CODE (CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 24, PART 9), BASED ON THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, 2018 EDITION, WITH ERRATA, AND THOSE PORTIONS OF THE INTERNATIONAL FIRE CODE, 2018 EDITION, INCLUDING APPENDICES A THROUGH N, TOGETHER WITH CERTAIN ADDITIONS, INSERTIONS, DELETIONS AND CHANGES THERETO, FOR THE PURPOSE OF PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS TO THE LIFE AND PROPERTY FROM FIRE OR EXPLOSION; AND ADOPTING CHAPTER 6.95 OF CALIFORNIA HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE FOR THE PURPOSE OF PRESCRIBING REGULATIONS GOVERNING CONDITIONS HAZARDOUS TO LIFE AND PROPERTY FROM THE HANDLING, USE, STORAGE OR RELEASE OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS OR HAZARDOUS WASTE Mayor Pacheco opened the Public Hearing at 7:31 p.m. City Clerk Duarte affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Council Member Saab, seconded by Council Member Ashton, and so ordered by Mayor Pacheco to receive and file. City Clerk Duarte announced no correspondence was received. Assistant Fire Chief Jay Ibey presented the staff report for this item. He provided a brief overview of the history of the California Fire Code. He stated the Fire Code is updated every three years to stay consistent with the California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 9. He provided an overview of the updates affecting the City of Downey's Fire Code as system safety requirements for energy generation and storage facilities; large outdoor assembly events over 1,000 people allowing the Fire Official to establish an occupancy load requiring a safety and weather manager; and, door locking arrangements to keep intruders from entering educational occupancies. Local jurisdictions may establish more restrictive building standards based on local climatic, geological, or topographical conditions. The proposed action will adopt all sections of the 2019 California Fire Code. Minor changes are proposed to be consistent with the most current Downey Municipal Code. The local amendments to the technical provisions of the California Fire Code proposed for adoption as summarized. Noteworthy issues with the Fire Code adoption are found in Sections 3300-3312, 3327, and 3329. After evaluating these sections, it was concluded the Downey Municipal Code required amendments identifying Fire Lanes, radio communications systems and testing requirements. Council Member Saab inquired if all events with over 1,000 attendees are required to have a Weather Manager. Assistant Fire Chief Ibey confirmed a Weather Manager would be required at the Fire Official's discretion. Mayor Pacheco opened this item for public comment at 7:36 p.m. Armando Herman, resident, commented regarding Revenue and Tax Codes; Downey Municipal Code; effective energy storage facilities; rolling blackouts; proper emergency storage and release of hazardous materials; and, locking mechanisms at educational facilities. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — February 11, 2020 3 Having no one else come forward, Mayor Pacheco closed the Public Hearing at 7:40 Nu It was moved by Council Member Saab, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Frometa, and approved unanimously with Council Member Rodriguez excused to adopt Ordinance No. 20- 1424, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Downey amending Chapter 3, 4, 5, and 6 of Article III of the Downey Municipal Code, through Adopting by reference the 2019 California Fire Code (California Code of Regulations, Title 24, Part 9), based on the International Fire Code, 2018 Edition, with errata, and those portions of the International Fire Code, 2018 Edition, including Appendices A through N, together with certain additions, insertions, deletions and changes thereto, for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to the life and property from fire or explosion; and Adopting Chapter 6.95 of California Health and Safety Code for the purpose of prescribing regulations governing conditions hazardous to life and property from the handling, use, storage or release of hazardous materials or hazardous waste. 2. 2019 BUILDING, RESIDENTIAL, ELECTRICAL, MECHANICAL, PLUMBING, ENERGY, HISTORICAL BUILDING, EXISTING BUILDING, REFERENCED STANDARDS, GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE UPDATE AND NEW ADMINISTRATION BUILDING AND HOUSING CODE: Community Development. Adopted the following Ordinances: 1) ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 20-1425, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REPEALING CHAPTER 1 OF ARTICLE VIII AND ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 1 (DOWNEY BUILDING CODE) TO ARTICLE VI11 (BUILDING REGULATIONS) OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2019 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE AND MAKING LOCAL AMENDMENTS THERETO; 2) ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 20-1426, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REPEALING CHAPTER 2 OF ARTICLE VI11 BY ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 2 (DOWNEY ELECTRICAL CODE) TO ARTICLE VI11 (BUILDING REGULATIONS) OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2019 CALIFORNIA ELECTRICAL CODE; 3) ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 20-1427, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REPEALING CHAPTER 3 OF ARTICLE VIII OF THE DOWNEY MUNCIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 3 (DOWNEY MECHANICAL CODE) OF ARTICLE VIII (BUILDING REGULATIONS) OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2019 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE; 4) ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 20-1428, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REPEALING CHAPTER 4 OF ARTICLE VIII OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 4 (DOWNEY PLUMBING CODE) OF ARTICLE VIII (BUILDING REGULATIONS) OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2019 CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE; City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — February 11, 2020 4 5) ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 20-1429, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REPEALING CHAPTER 9 OF ARTICLE VIII OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 9 (DOWNEY HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE) TO ARTICLE VIII (BUILDING REGULATIONS) OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2019 CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE; 6) ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 20-1430, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REPEALING CHAPTER 11 OF ARTICLE VIII OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 11 (DOWNEY GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE) TO ARTICLE VIII (BUILDING REGULATIONS) OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2019 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE; 7) ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 20-1431, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REPEALING CHAPTER 12 OF ARTICLE VIII OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE AND BY ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 12 (DOWNEY ENERGY CODE) TO ARTICLE VIII (BUILDING REGULATIONS) OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2019 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE; 8) ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 20-1432, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADDING CHAPTER 14 (DOWNEY ADMINISTRATIVE BUILDING AND HOUSING CODE) TO ARTICLE VIII (BUILDING REGULATIONS) OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE; 9) ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 20-1433, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 15 (DOWNEY EXISTING BUILDING CODE) TO ARTICLE VIII (BUILDING REGULATIONS) OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2019 CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE; 10) ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 20-1434, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 16 (DOWNEY REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE) TO ARTICLE VIII (BUILDING REGULATIONS ) OF THE DOWNEY MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2019 CALIFORNIA REFERENCED STANDARDS CODE; AND, 11)ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 20-1435, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REPEALING CHAPTER 13 OF ARTICLE VIII AND ADDING A NEW CHAPTER 13 (DOWNEY RESIDENTIAL CODE) TO ARTICLE VIII (BUILDING REGULATIONS) BY ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2019 CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL CODE AND MAKING LOCAL AMENDMENTS THERETO. Mayor Pacheco opened the Public Hearing at 7:43 p.m. City Clerk Duarte affirmed receipt of the Proof of Publication. It was moved by Mayor Pro Tern Frometa, seconded by Council Member Saab, and so ordered by Mayor Pacheco to receive and file. City Clerk Duarte announced no correspondence was received. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — February 11, 2020 5 Building Official Richard Hicks presented the staff report for this item. This item is to consider adoption of the City's 2019 California Building Code. He provided a brief background regarding the Building Code being a collection from three types of building standards including, California Legislation, National Model Codes, and amendments by the State's Building Standards Commission. The Building Standard Commission adopts these building regulations every three years. He provided an overview of the regulations that affect the City as follows: ship ladders for lofts and mezzanines in areas up to 200 square feet; interconnected carbon monoxide alarms are no longer required where a wireless alarm is installed and all alarms sound upon activation of one; requiring a 36 inch pathway from an emergency escape window where solar panels are installed on the lower roof; and, solar shingles shall have the same fire classification required for regular shingles. The proposed local amendments are structural requirements consistent with local Los Angeles County cities. He summarized the local amendments to be adopted as Building Code Sections 8000-8029 and Section 8030, Residential Code Sections 8993-8999.17 and Administrative Building and Housing Code Sections 8999.20-8999.48. He mentioned the following codes are proposed for adoption without amendments: Electrical Code Section 8101, Mechanical Code Section 8201, Plumbing Code Section 8301, Historical Building Code Section 8807, Green Building Standards Code Section 8985, Energy Code Section 8990, Existing Building Code Section 8999.50, and Referenced Standards Code Section 8999.60. The modifications are being made to the Building and Residential Sections of the Codes since the City of Downey is in a liquefaction area and within a large seismic zone. Council Member Ashton asked for additional information regarding Building Code Section 8030 pertaining to Intermodal Shipping Containers being repurposed for use as building structures in the City of Downey. Director Schindler stated that the repurposing of shipping containers is part of a creative trend coming to local governments driven by the State. The shipping containers have been used in retail and commercial structures. The Building Code is being less restrictive by allowing containers to be utilized in urbanized residential structures. The code's intention is when the containers is used the container will withstand seismic activity; fire; and, facilitates electrical, plumbing, and so forth. Mayor Pacheco opened this item for public comment at 7:50 p.m. Armando Herman, resident, commented in opposition of the 2019 Building, Residential, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Energy, Historical Building, Existing Building, Referenced Standards, Green Building Standards Code Update and New Administration Building, and Housing Code; and, the safety of Firefighters. Having no one else come forward, Mayor Pacheco closed the Public Hearing at 7:57 MW Council Member Saab inquired if the ordinances being proposed are in accordance with State Regulations. Director Schindler confirmed the proposed ordinances are in accordance with State Regulations with the exception of the stringent amendments to Building Code Sections 8000-8029 and 8030; and, Residential Code Sections 8993-8999.17 which were determined by the region. He stated our region is more conservative based on seismic activity to be able to withstand shaking. It was moved by Council Member Saab, seconded by Council Member Frometa and approved unanimously with Council Member Rodriguez excused to adopt the following Ordinances: 20-1425, 20-1426, 20-1427, 20-1428, 20-1429, 20-1430, 20-1431, 20-1432, 20- 1433, 20-1434 and 20-1435. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — February 11, 2020 6 NON -AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT Mayor Pacheco opened non -agenda public comment. Alan D. Halstensgaard, commented regarding a bible verse. Armando Herman, resident, commented against changing speaker time limits during public comment periods; Freedom of Speech; Presidential impeachment; political leaders; and, homelessness. Hector Schmidt, resident, commented regarding his personal efforts to clean and sweep in the surrounding areas of Rancho Los Amigos Golf Course, Stauffer Middle School, Apollo Park and on Quill Drive; and, good neighbor policy. John Lacey, resident, commented regarding acknowledging the undefeated San Diego State University's Aztecs Basketball Team; and, suggested everyone tell their family members they are loved. Having no one else come forward, Mayor Pacheco closed non -agenda public comment. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Pacheco asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on Consent Calendar items. Armando Herman, resident, commented regarding the January 28, 2020 City Council Meeting Minutes; and, Item Nos. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11 and 12; and, requested to review the City records to be destroyed. Dr. Rodolfo Cortes Barragan, non-resident, commented regarding Item Nos. 12 and 13. Having no one else come forward, Mayor Pacheco closed public comment. City Attorney Abich Garcia pulled Item No. 10, after receiving a verbal Public Records Request from a resident to review the records to be destroyed. Council Member Saab abstained from Item No. 5. It was moved by Council Member Saab, seconded by Council Member Ashton and approved unanimously with Council Member Saab abstaining from Item No. 5, Council Member Rodriguez excused, and Item No. 10 pulled to approve the Consent Calendar. 3. APPROVED MINUTES: Special Meeting Minutes of January 28, 2020; Regular Meeting Minutes of January 14 and January 28, 2020: City Clerk. 4. WARRANTS ISSUED: Warrant Nos. 340427 — 340769; Payroll Wire Nos. 30003961 — 30003962 and 30003964; and, Manual Wire Nos. 1960 — 1969, in the total amount of $8,062,164.35: Finance. 5. APPROVED PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZED SOLICITATION FOR CONSTRUCTION BIDS FOR PARAMOUNT BLVD. AND FIRESTONE BLVD. MEDIAN LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENTS; AUTHORIZED TRANSFER OF BUDGETED MEASURE M LOCAL RETURN FUNDS IN THE AMOUNTS OF $230,000 FROM ACCOUNT NO. 57-1- 6782 AND $550,000 FROM ACCOUNT NO. 57-1-6783 TO ACCOUNT NO. 57-1-6785; City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — February 11, 2020 7 AND, BUDGETED MEASURE M LOCAL RETURN FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $150,000 FROM ACCOUNT NO. 57-1-6782 AND GAS TAX FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $270,000 FROM ACCOUNT NO. 30-1-6788 TO ACCOUNT NO. 30-1-6786 (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 20-07 AND 20-08): Public Works. 6. AWARDED CONTRACT TO ALL CITIES ENGINEERING, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $159,800 FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF PATTON RD. WATER MAIN IMPROVEMENTS; AUTHORIZED TRANSFER OF $210,000 FROM CIP WATER FUND ACCOUNT NO. 51-1- 8674 TO CIP WATER FUND ACCOUNT NO. 51-1-8690 TO COVER TOTAL PROJECT COST; AND, AUTHORIZED THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/CITY ENGINEER TO EXECUTE ANY CHANGE ORDERS OR ADDITIONAL SCOPE OF WORK DEEMED NECESSARY OR DESIRABLE UP TO THE APPROVED PROJECT BUDGET (MISCELLANEOUS PROJECT NO. 344): Public Works. 7. APPROVED PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH F.M. THOMAS AIR CONDITIONING, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $39,912 ANNUALLY FOR ON -CALL HVAC MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES; AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT; AND, AUTHORIZED THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS TO THE AGREEMENT: Public Works. 8. APPROVED AN AGREEMENT WITH CERELL ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR BALLOT MEASURE PUBLIC OUTREACH SERVICES; AND, AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT: Administration. 9. UPDATED AND CONSOLIDATED THE FINE SCHEDULE FOR PARKING VIOLATIONS: Police. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 20-7925, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY UPDATING AND CONSOLIDATING THE FINE SCHEDULE IN REGARDS TO PARKING PENALTIES AND OTHER RELATED CHARGES FOR PARKING VIOLATIONS WITHIN THE CITY 10. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. , A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING THE DESTRUCTION OF CERTAIN OBSOLETE RECORDS OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation. Item No. 10 was pulled and no action was taken. 11. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 20-7927, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING THE CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION AND ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION FOR THE POSITION OF LIBRARY ADMINISTRATOR: Human Resources. 12. ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 20-1436, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING A ZONE TEXT AMENDMENT (PLN-19-00155), THEREBY AMENDING VARIOUS SECTIONS OF ARTICLE IX OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO LARGE FAMILY DAY CARE USES IN RESIDENTIALLY ZONED PROPERTIES: Community Development. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS 13. RECEIVED AND FILED REPORT ON DOWNEY YOUTH COMMISSION UPDATE: Administration. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — February 11, 2020 8 Youth Commission Chair Paula Zepeda provided the staff report. She presented a video outlining the formation and goals of the Downey Youth Commission. The Downey Youth Commission has volunteered 70 hours at various City events, including the City's Pumpkin Patch, One Day of Service, Tree Lighting, and Home decorating Contest. Additionally, Commissioners have attended City Council meetings to become more familiar with the City. The presentation included key Youth Issues the Commission will focus on during this term. The presentation provided an overview of projects either conducted or upcoming to address specific issues such as Civic Engagement: Voter Registration events at High Schools, Mock Census 2020 and Student Government Day; Youth Engagement: Instagram Photo Contest; Inclusivity: Circle of Friends — Adaptive Program; Mental Health and Wellness: May — Mental Health Month event/program; and, Sustainability: Tree planting during the One Day of Service events. Mayor Pro Tern Frometa congratulated the Youth Commission on their involvement in the Community. Mayor Pacheco thanked Chair Zepeda and all the Commissioners for a wonderful presentation and for their commitment to the community. She mentioned she is looking forward to more presentations on the Commission projects. City Manager Livas thanked Chair Zepeda for the presentation. He explained the Youth Commission is focused on the topics identified by the City Council by having them engaged in more substantive discussion and entertain more in-depth topics. He provided examples of the topics as Mental Health and Wellness, Registration of Voters and Census 2020 to provide experience and exposure to Downey's Youth. He thanked Assistant to the City Manager De Rojas for a phenomenal job with her work with the Commission. Council Member Ashton congratulated the Commissioners and Assistant to the City Manager De Rojas for pushing the bar and the tremendous job they have done. Council Member Saab inquired if there were any additional issues or ideas the Commissioners would like to have added to improve the program. Chair Zepeda responded that there are many ideas which will be discussed at the upcoming Youth Commission meeting. Mayor Pacheco asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on this item. Armando Herman, resident, commented regarding the Youth Commission's accomplishments, leadership, and family structure. Having no one else come forward, Mayor Pacheco closed public comment. It was moved by Council Member Saab, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Frometa and approved unanimously with Council Member Rodriguez excused, to receive and file the report on Downey Youth Commission update. 14. SALARY RANGE ADJUSTMENT FOR FIRE CHIEF: Human Resources. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 20-7928, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION FOR THE POSITION OF FIRE CHIEF Director McQueen provided the staff report. He presented a brief history regarding the Memoranda of Understanding and recent negotiations with Downey Fire Management Association which provided for three across-the-board range adjustments during the term of the City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — February 11, 2020 9 agreement as follows: 2% effective January 1, 2020; 2% effective January 1, 2021; and, 2% effective January 1, 2022. As related to Resolution No. 5290, the Management Performance compensation Plan providing cost -of -living increases to be no less than that granted to the rank and file employees in their department. He reported Senate Bill 1436 requires local agencies report out certain information before changing the compensation or benefits of their "executives". Legislative bodies for agencies must orally report a summary of a recommendation for changes in salaries or benefits before voting for any change during open session of the meeting. He reported the current monthly salary range for the position of Fire Chief is $16,062.11 to $19,595.78. The proposed salary increase for the position of Fire Chief is to correspond with cost -of -living increase in the Downey Fire Management Association Memoranda of Understanding effective pay period that includes January 1, 2020 $16,383.34 to $19,987.70; January 1, 2021 $16,711.02 to $20,387.45; and, January 1, 2022 $17,045.24 to $20,795.20. All other benefits are in accordance with Resolution No. 18-7799. Mayor Pacheco asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on this item. Armando Herman, resident, commented regarding his support of a higher percentage increase for the Fire Chief; and, the protection of health and safety of public servants. Having no one else come forward, Mayor Pacheco closed public comment. It was moved by Council Member Saab, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Frometa and approved unanimously with Council Member Rodriguez excused, to adopt Resolution No. 20- 7928, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey establishing compensation for the position of Fire Chief. 15. APPROVED THE COMPENSATION ADJUSTMENT FOR THE CITY MANAGER IN ACCORDANCE WITH AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT: Human Resources. Director McQueen provided the staff report. He presented a brief overview of Senate Bill 1436 mandating local agencies requirement to report out information before changing the compensation or benefits of their executives. Legislative bodies for agencies must orally report a summary of a recommendation for changes in salaries or benefits before voting for any change during open session of the meeting. He reported on February 23, 2016, the City Council approved Amendment No. 2 to the Employment Agreement with City Manager Gilbert Livas. In accordance with Section 1(B) of the amendment an adjustment increasing Mr. Livas' annual salary by 5% effective the pay period including January 15, 2020. This adjustment increases Mr. Livas' annual salary to $281,650.61 to establish and maintain a minimum of 5% total compensation differential between Mr. Livas and the next highest paid employee, the Police Chief. item. Mayor Pacheco asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on this Armando Herman, resident, commented in opposition to the item. Having no one else come forward, Mayor Pacheco closed public comment. Council Member Ashton stated he calculated the 5% increase as $13,411.93 and noted the fiscal impact reflected on the Agenda Memo is $9,465 leaving a difference of $3,946.93. Director McQueen stated the fiscal impact is calculated at the 5% increase for the remainder of the fiscal year based off the effective date of January 15, 2020. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — February 11, 2020 10 It was moved by Council Member Saab, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Frometa and approved unanimously with Council Member Rodriguez excused, to approve the compensation adjustment for the City Manager in accordance with Amendment No. 2 to the Employment Agreement. STAFF MEMBER COMMENTS City Manager Livas thanked staff for their efforts on the Measure S projects. He stated the firefighters have moved into Fire Station No. 1 and a ribbon cutting will be scheduled soon. He explained the logistics involved during the move and thanked Assistant City Manager Oskoui for overseeing the projects. He stated Dennis the Menace Park was opened over the weekend and he was able to observe the families enjoying the facilities. He mentioned overhearing comments opposed to the overlapping park closures and stated that the closures were a result of the source of funding for the Measure S projects which required the projects to be completed within a three year period. The residents will now be able to enjoy the results of the Measure S projects as several parks are opened, recently Apollo and Independence Parks and shortly Golden Park will be open as well. He announced the $66 million dollar project is being completed without adding any additional staff. He commented regarding the recent work conducted in the Police Department and mentioned there will be additional improvements. He stated that it was unfortunate not enough time was available to stagger the closure of the parks however, the time constraints were not imposed by the City rather by the funding source. He thanked the Council and staff for the annual goal setting which is conducted on a yearly basis as that particular process becomes the blue print for the upcoming budget and said he was pleased to say that roughly 90% of the activities set by Council are completed. He thanked Building Official Hicks, Assistant Fire Chief Ibey and staff for finalizing the Fire Code and Building Code projects. He thanked Mr. Lacey for acknowledging the Aztecs. /_111110111:101 Til=1011 Mayor Pacheco adjourned the Regular City Council meeting at 8:56 p.m. in memory of Lt. Col. Paul K. Voss, 46, of Yigo, Guam who was supporting Operation Freedom's Sentinel; and, Spc. Antonio I. Moore, 22, from Wilmington, N.C. who was supporting Operation Inherent Resolve. MARIA ALICIA DUARTE, CMC BLANCA PACHECO City Clerk Mayor City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — February 11, 2020 11