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Home My WebLink About02c. Minutes - 08-25-20 - Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REGULAR MEETING The City Council of the City of Downey held 3Regular City Council Meeting ODAugust 25' 2020. at 0:39 p.m., in the Council Chamber of the Downey City HoU, 11111 Brookshire Avenue, Downey, California, with Mayor Pacheco presiding. PRESENT: Council Members: Blanca Pacheco Claudia M. FrODOeL8 Sean Ashton Rick Rodriguez Alex Saab MayorMayor Pro Tern Council Member Council Member Council Member (teleconference) ALSO PRESENT: Gilbert Livaa.City Manager John C)SkOUi'Assistant City Manager Yvette M. /\biCh Garcia, City Attorney \/onioh [)8 Rojas, Assistant tOthe City Manager [)8on Milligan, Chief of PO|iC8 M8rkGi||@Spie, Fire Chief Aldo E. 8Chind|er, Community O8v8|Opnn8nt Director Anil Gandhy.Finance Director James McQueen, Human Resources Director Jason Chaoon.Recreation Manager Alicia Duarte, CMC, City Clerk The Invocation was delivered by Greg Welch, Downey Police Department Chaplain. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council Member Saab. PRESENTATIONS Mayor Pacheco took this item out of order. 2. Mayor Pacheco presented aProclamation inhonor of the 1/0th Anniversary of Women'aRight to Vote to Soroptimist International of Downey. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS; REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS; CONFERENCEIMEETING REPORTS Mayor Pacheco took this item out of order. Council Member Saab vve|n0nned the audience to the meeting. He acknowledged Michael Calvert, NO|vehS FnOrO8L8 and K88hO Trujillo in the @Udi8DC8. He [O8DdOD8d the SChOO| year had commenced and thanked the teaohero, administrators and staff for making distance learning u seamless process. He commended parents for assisting the children with Zoom. He encouraged the audience to continue tOfollow safe health practices and discouraged large gatherings over the Labor Day holiday to p[9VeDi the spread Of the CC)V|D-10. He thanked [}ir9CtO[ DiCkOw and staff for 8 aunneaGfu| virtual Rocket Fever Festival. He invited the audience t0visit the Columbia Memorial Space C|ent8r, Parks and R9Cr8@U0n, and Downey City Library's vvebSit8St0 partake in the virtual activities and classes for children and 8dUUS. He thanked Director Schindler, R8Cn88tiOO M8D8Q8[Ch8COO and staff for the continuing the activities and classes virtually. Mayor Pro Tern Frometa welcomed the audience to the meeting. She announced the City of Downey in conjunction with the County of L.A., L.A. Regional Food Bank and Assembly member Cristina Garcia's office are hosting a drive-thru food distribution event to assist the families being impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic. She stated the City of Downey is supportive of its business community and have been providing assistance to its small businesses during this unprecedented time. She reminded the business community of the parameters and guidelines set by the L.A. County Public Health Order which must be adhered to in order to continue to see the decrease in the number of COVID-19 cases. She mentioned the list of businesses that were allowed to operate outdoors through the temporary outdoor program. She thanked Director Schindler and staff for the work on the Downey Good Neighbor Campaign. She reported on the current construction projects and reminded residents to expect delays thru the month of October on Paramount Blvd. between Firestone Blvd. and Florence Ave. She thanked Chief Gillaspie and the Fire strike teams for their efforts to suppress the Northern California fires. She stated SELACO is offering a second round of COVID-19 grants to revitalize small businesses. She invited the audience to visit the City's website for information regarding the 2019-2020 City Accomplishments Annual Report. Council Member Ashton welcomed the audience to the meeting. Council Member Rodriguez welcomed the audience to the meeting. He stated the Kiwanis Club of Downey is actively supporting the Downey YMCA and invited the audience to become members. He reported attending the SEAACA Board of Commissioners Meeting and announced that they have done a great job during the pandemic nearly emptying the shelters. He stated it is a good time to adopt a pet for those members of the audience telecommuting during the pandemic. He reported attending a meet and greet with AltaMed. He congratulated Mayor Pacheco on the upcoming election. Mayor Pacheco welcomed the audience to the meeting. She congratulated Mayor Pro Tern Frometa for being elected to serve on the NALEO Board of Directors. She reported attending a Neighborhood Watch Meeting while practicing social distancing and welcomed the audience to contact the City for information on starting a Neighborhood Watch Group in their area. She announced the upcoming Mayor's Movie Night. She invited the audience to participate in the Mayor's Pet Photo Contest. She encouraged small business owners to visit SELACO's website to apply for the small business grant. She invited the audience to scan the QR code on the final page of the City Council Meeting Agenda to see the City's Accomplishments 2019-2020 Annual Report. She requested additional patrols Friday and Saturday nights on Foster Rd. near the riverbed to deter street racing. She reminded the audience to continue to do their part to prevent the spread of COVID-19. PRESENTATIONS Mayor Pacheco took this item out of order. 1. Update regarding COVID-19 by City of Downey Emergency Manager Rakdy Khlok. NON -AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT Mayor Pacheco asked City Clerk Duarte if there was anyone on the teleconference line who would like to comment on Non -Agenda items. Mayor Pacheco asked City Clerk Duarte if any written public comments were received regarding Non -Agenda items. Mayor Pacheco asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on Non -Agenda items. Juan Martinez, resident, commented regarding the increase in COVID-19 cases; local businesses not complying with the L.A. County Health Order reopening practices and guidelines; and, protecting First Amendment Rights and the Ralph M. Brown Act. Kevin Ezeh, resident, submitted written comments regarding the increase of homeless individuals, families and Veterans in Downey, and Downey's population statics. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — August 25, 2020 2 Virginia Yoshiyama, resident, submitted written comments regarding a proposal to name the Downey City Library's Children's Room the Claudia Dailey Children's Room in honor of Claudia Dailey. Mayor Pacheco requested staff research dedicating the Downey City Library's Children Room after Claudia Dailey. Armando Herman, resident, commented in opposition of gentrification; the Ralph M. Brown Act; transparency; preventing displacement of low income families; need for new development of low income housing projects; political figures; and, programs focused on mental health due to COVID-19. Franklin Dean, resident, thanked the Mayor, City Council, Chief Milligan, Chief Gillaspie and all the civil servants for their support of the community during the COVID-19 pandemic. He commented regarding the closure of businesses which has negatively affected the community financially and mentally; and, the loss of his mother due to COVID-19. Lee Squire, resident, commented regarding a Proclamation for healthcare workers of Downey Kaiser Permanente and Downey PIH Hospital. He mentioned the excellent care and continued hope his son received while battling COVID-19; and, the risks all healthcare workers take daily to combat the virus and the negative affect on their families. Having no one else come forward, Mayor Pacheco closed Non -Agenda public comment. Mayor Pacheco reminded the audience that the City of Downey abides by the L.A. County Public Health Orders. She stated the number of COVID-19 cases are decreasing in the City of Downey which was reported by Dr. Barbara Ferrer in her weekly report. She commended all healthcare providers for their efforts. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Pacheco asked City Clerk Duarte if there was anyone on the teleconference line who would like to comment on Consent Calendar items. Mayor Pacheco asked City Clerk Duarte if there were any written comments received regarding Consent Calendar items. Mayor Pacheco asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on the Consent Calendar items. Jaime Lopez, commented regarding racial injustice and Black Lives Matter. Armando Herman, resident, commented regarding Item Nos. 1, 3, 4, 5, 6, 10, 11, 12, 13, and 14; enforcing compliance of the L.A. County Public Health Order; and, political figures. Having no one else, Mayor Pacheco closed public comment. Council Member Rodriguez abstained from Item No. 6, due to the close proximity to his rental properties. Council Member Saab abstained from Item No. 3, due to the close proximity to his residence. Mayor Pacheco abstained from Item Nos. 9 and 10, due to the close proximity to her place of business. It was moved by Council Member Saab, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Frometa and carried unanimously to approve the Consent Calendar with Council Member Rodriguez abstaining from Item No. 6; Council Member Saab abstaining from Item No. 3; and, Mayor Pacheco abstaining from Item Nos. 9 and 10. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — August 25, 2020 3 CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVED MINUTES: Special Meeting of August 11, 2020 and Regular Meetings of June 23, 2020 and August 11, 2020: City Clerk. 2. WARRANTS ISSUED: Warrant Nos. are 345467 — 345794; EFT numbers 10069 — 10099; Payroll Wire Nos. 30004019, 30004023, 30004025 — 30004026; and, Manual Wire Manual Wire numbers are 2040 — 2052 in the total amount of $21,693,149.67: Finance. 3. REJECTED THE BID PROTEST RECEIVED FROM NR DEVELOPMENT, INC.; AWARDED A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,744,000 TO THE LOWEST RESPONSIBLE AND RESPONSIVE BIDDER, MONET CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE FIRE STATIONS 2 AND 4 MODERNIZATION AND EXPANSION; AND, AUTHORIZED THE ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDERS OR ADDITIONAL SCOPE OF WORK FOR THIS PROJECT DEEMED NECESSARY OR DESIRABLE UP TO 10% OF THE CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AMOUNT (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NOS. 19-37-02 AND 19-37-04): Administration. 4. AUTHORIZED PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION OF THE DOWNEY CITY LIBRARY INTERNAL CONNECTIONS, BASIC MAINTENANCE AND NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES; APPROPRIATED $25,000 FROM THE GENERAL FUND; AWARDED CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF $20,701.46 TO AMS.NET, INC. FOR CONSTRUCTION OF THE DOWNEY CITY LIBRARY INTERNAL CONNECTIONS, BASIC MAINTENANCE AND NETWORK INFRASTRUCTURE UPGRADES; AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE CONTRACT AGREEMENTS; AND, AUTHORIZED THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER TO EXECUTE ANY CHANGE ORDERS OR ADDITIONAL SCOPE OF WORK DEEMED NECESSARY UP TO THE APPROVED PROJECT BUDGET (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 21-19): Public Works/Library. 5. ACCEPTED WORK FOR FIDLER AVE., LUBEC ST., AND MULLER ST. SEWER MAIN REHABILITATION; APPROVED FINAL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $123,750; AND, AUTHORIZED THE DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS/CITY ENGINEER TO FILE NOTICE OF COMPLETION (MISCELLANEOUS PROJECT NO. 329): Public Works. 6. AWARDED A CONTRACT TO WILLIAMS PIPELINE CONTRACTORS, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $35,000 FOR THE COLDBROOK AVE., CORRIGAN AVE., AND VULTEE AVE. WATER SYSTEM REPAIRS; 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. 346): Public Works. 7. APPROVED AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF DOWNEY AND INNOVATIVE INTERFACES INC. TO RENEW THE SUBSCRIPTION LICENSE FOR LIBRARY CATALOG SOFTWARE AND HOSTING SERVICES FOR 36 MONTHS; AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT; AND, AUTHORIZED THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY AMENDMENTS TO THE AGREEMENT: Library. 8. APPROVED AGREEMENT WITH LANDSCAPE WEST MANAGEMENT SERVICES, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $362,160 ANNUALLY FOR CITYWIDE ON -STREET LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SERVICES; AUTHORIZED THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE SERVICES AGREEMENT; AND, AUTHORIZED THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE ANY AND ALL AMENDMENTS: Public Works. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — August 25, 2020 4 9. EXTENDED EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 1 WHICH AUTHORIZED A TEMPORARY OUTDOOR DINING PROGRAM: Community Development. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 20-7956, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY EXTENDING EXECUTIVE ORDER NO. 1 WHICH AUTHORIZED A TEMPORARY OUTDOOR DINING PROGRAM TO ALLOW BUSINESSES TO UTILIZE ADJACENT OUTDOOR AREAS TO SERVICE CUSTOMERS WHEN PREVENTED FROM INDOOR ACTIVITY DUE TO GOVERNOR OR COUNTY ORDERS 10. COVID-19 TEMPORARY OUTDOOR BUSINESS ACTIVITY PROGRAM: Community Development. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 20-7957, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY AUTHORIZING A TEMPORARY OUTDOOR BUSINESS ACTIVITY PROGRAM AND APPROVING GUIDELINES AND PROCEDURES FOR TEMPORARY USE OF PUBLIC STREETS AND PARKING STALLS WITHIN THE DOWNTOWN CORE CONSISTENT WITH LOS ANGELES COUNTY ORDERS FOR OUTDOOR BUSINESS ACTIVITIES 11. EXTENDED EMERGENCY ORDER NO. 2 REQUIRING NON -CONTACT TEMPERATURE SCREENING AND FACE COVERINGS IN CITY FACILITIES: Administration. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 20-7958, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY EXTENDING EMERGENCY ORDER NO. 2 REQUIRING NON -CONTACT TEMPERATURE SCREENING AND FACE COVERINGS IN CITY FACILITIES 12. RATIFIED EMERGENCY ORDER NO. 4 TEMPORARILY SUSPENDING DOWNEYLINK AND DIAL -A -RIDE FARE COLLECTION FOR RIDERS: Administration. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 20-7959, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY RATIFYING EMERGENCY ORDER NO. 4 BY THE CITY MANAGER ACTING AS DIRECTOR OF EMERGENCY SERVICES AUTHORIZING THE TEMPORARY SUSPENSION OF DOWNEYLINK AND DIAL -A -RIDE FARE COLLECTION FOR RIDERS IN THE CITY OF DOWNEY 13. UPDATED COMPREHENSIVE PAY SCHEDULE: Human Resources. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 20-7960, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING AN UPDATED COMPREHENSIVE PAY SCHEDULE IN COMPLIANCE WITH CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 2, SECTION 570.5 14. ADOPTED ORDINANCE NO. 20-1550, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY APPROVING AMENDMENT NO. 7 TO 1-5 CONSORTIUM CITIES JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY AGREEMENT: Administration. 15. APPROVED THE APPOINTMENT OF 11 APPLICANTS TO THE 2020-2021 DOWNEY YOUTH COMMISSION: Administration. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS 16. APPROVED THE RENAMING OF THE DOWNEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE BUILDING TO THE "DAVID GAFIN DOWNEY CHAMBER OF COMMERCE" IN HONOR OF FORMER MAYOR/COUNCIL MEMBER DAVID GAFIN: Council Member Rodriguez. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — August 25, 2020 5 City Manager Livas presented the staff report for Item No. 16. City Manager Livas stated the request to rename the Downey Chamber of Commerce building to honor former Downey Mayor David Gafin came from Council Member Rodriguez. He reported the cost would be nominal to rename the building, and the Chamber of Commerce supports Council Member Rodriguez's request. Mayor Pacheco asked City Clerk Duarte if there was anyone on the teleconference line who would like to comment on Item No. 16. Mayor Pacheco asked City Clerk Duarte if there were any written comments received on Item No. 16. Mayor Pacheco asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on Item No. 16. Armando Herman, resident, commented in support of Item No. 16. Michael Calvert, resident, commented in support of Item No. 16. He provided a brief history of the relationship between David Gafin and the Chamber of Commerce; David Gafin's work in support of local businesses; and, his volunteer work within the community. Council Member Rodriguez commented regarding David Gafin's efforts to ensure the success of the Downey Chamber of Commerce 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 carried unanimously to approve the renaming of the Downey Chamber of Commerce building to the "David Gafin Downey Chamber of Commerce" in honor of former Mayor/Council Member David Gafin 17. SALARY RANGE ADJUSTMENTS FOR CHIEF OF POLICE: Human Resources. ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 20-7961, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION FOR THE POSITION OF CHIEF OF POLICE Director McQueen presented the staff report for Item No. 17. He provided a brief history regarding salary range adjustments for the Chief of Police position. In accordance with Senate Bill 1436 local agencies must report out certain information before changing the compensation or benefits of Executive positions. At the June 23, 2020, City Council Meeting the City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding for the Downey Police Management Association which contained cost of living adjustments. In accordance with City Council Resolution No. 5290 the cost of living increases granted for management employees will be no less than that of the rank and file employees and their respective departments. The current monthly salary range for the positon of Chief of Police is $16,333.84 to $19,927.29. The proposed salary range adjustments for the position of Chief of Police to correspond with COLA increases contained in the DPMA Memorandum of Understanding are as follows: 2% effective June 29, 2020 equates to $16,660.52 to $20,325.84 per month; 2% effective June 28, 2021 equates to 16,993.73 to $20,732.36; and, 2% effective June 27, 2022 equates to $17,333.61 to $21,147.01. The proposed salary range adjustment increases personnel costs by approximately $9,045.24 in Fiscal Year 2020-21 and sufficient funding is included in the Fiscal Year 2020-21 budget. Mayor Pacheco asked City Clerk Duarte if there was anyone on the teleconference line who would like to comment on Item No. 17. Mayor Pacheco asked City Clerk Duarte if there were any written comments received on Item No. 17. Mayor Pacheco asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on Item No. 17. Juan Martinez, resident, commented in opposition of the salary increase for the position of Chief of Police; civil unrest and the Black Lives Matter protests; and, redirecting funding to combat homelessness. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — August 25, 2020 6 Armando Herman, resident, commented in support of Item No. 17 and proposed an additional increase of six percent for the Chief of Police position. He thanked Chief Milligan for being an excellent leader and for a job well done. Lee Squire, resident, commented regarding public safety and in support of the salary increase for the position of Chief of Police. He thanked Chief Milligan for being an excellent leader. Having no one else come forward, Mayor Pacheco closed public comment. It was moved by Council Member Rodriguez, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Frometa and carried unanimously to adopt Resolution No. 20-7961, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey establishing compensation for the position of Chief of Police. 6'1IF_1J2LT, 1=1LT, 11= Zwol LT, ILT, l=1ki11 ? City Manager Livas thanked Assistant to the City Manager De Rojas, and the Police and Public Works Departments for their work to ensure the upcoming drive by food distribution is successful. He thanked staff for all the virtual educational and promotional materials that are being disseminated to the public from the Downey City Library, Columbia Memorial Space Center and Parks and Recreation. He added staff has done an incredible job in providing voluminous amount of information content to the residents. He thanked the Mayor and Council for their leadership. Mayor Pacheco thanked City Manager Livas, Chief Milligan, Chief Gillaspie, the City's Firefighters and Police Officers and staff for everything they do on a daily basis to ensure the City is safe and residents are kept informed. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Pacheco adjourned the Regular City Council meeting at 8:12 p.m. in memory of the lives affected by COVID-19; Sheen Yarbough Powell, 23, Beaumont Police Department, killed in the line of duty; Deputy Soo H. Kim, Los Angeles County Sheriff; and, Sergeant Sivad Johnson, 49, Detroit Fire Department, who drowned while saving three children from the Detroit River. MARIA ALICIA DUARTE, CIVIC BLANCA PACHECO City Clerk Mayor City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — August 25, 2020 7