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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes 09-14-21 Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DOWNEY REGULAR MEETING The City Council of the City of Downey held oRegular City Council Meeting on September14. 2021. at 0:32 p.m., in the Council Chambers of the Downey City Hm|, 11111 Brookshire Avenue, Downey, California, Mayor Frometa presiding. gaoma Council Members, Claudia M. Fmmeta Blanca Pacheco Catherine Alvarez Sean Ashton Mario Trujillo Mayor Mayor Pro Tern Council Member Council Member Council Member Gilbert Livos.City Manager John Cskou|.Assistant City Manager Yvette K8.Abich Garcia, City Attorney Aldo E. Schindler, Deputy City yNoneger/ConnmunKvDeve|opmerd Dean Milligan, Chief ofPolice C>en Hur|ook. Fire Chief [}e|finm Coneu ji. Public Works Director Jason Chacon. Interim Director ofParks and Recreation James McQueen, Human Resources Director Vaniah De Rojas, Assistant to the City Manager Alicia Duarte, CIVIC, City Clerk The Invocation was delivered by Downey United Methodist Church. The Pledge ofAllegiance was led byEmily, Sarah, and Jessica Fmmsta. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER ANNOUNCEMENTS; REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS; CONFERE Council Member Alvarez reported attending the Independent Cities Association 8unnnnmr Seminar and California LGBTC>+ Leadership Summit. She apologized to members of the LGBTQ+ connnnunKx she might have hurt and acknowledged the harassment the community faces. She commented regarding protests occurring outside Council Members' homes in 2030. She thanked the Arts and Culture Subcommittee for their work in proclaiming Pride Heritage Month in the City. She announced an art exhibition to be held at City Hall in honor ofNational Hispanic Heritage Month. She requested staff collaborate with the Downey Sister Cities Association in 2022 to sponsor and host an annual National Hispanic Heritage Month event. She directed staff to collaborate with the Downey Unified School District to acknowledge October O as National VVe|h and Bike to School Day. She announced o partnership with the Office ofSupervisor Janice Hahn to bring the Shower of Hope to Downey. Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco thanked the audience for attending the City Council meeting. She acknowledged Michael Calvert, Mariana Pacheco, and Ralph Diaz in the audience. She reported attending the Independent Cities Association Summer Seminar, the 9/11 Remembrance Cerennony, and the grand opening ofthe C)ptunn Clinic. She invited the public to attend the upcoming vaccination � clinic hosted by the Downey Unified School District, the Keep Downey Beautiful Cleanup event, and Sound the Alarm hosted by the Fire Department. She requested to odd more crossing guards at local City Council Minutes schools. She commented regarding the gubernatorial recall election. She acknowledged Henry Ceja in attendance. Council Member Trujillo commented regarding the gubernatorial recall election. He apologizer.9 for mispronouncing the name of fallen officer Ricardo "Ricky" Galvez at a previous meeting.. apologized to Captain Murray for his questioning at the last City Council meeting and commended h professionalism. He reported attending the Independent Cities Association Summer Seminar, t California LGBTQ+ Leadership Summit, and the opening of a new exhibit at Stay Gallery. announced he would attend the upcoming Contract Cities Association Seminar. I Ill? 111 1 ; IN ill Ill I Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco clarified that the Sound the Alarm event was rescheduled to November 13 and information would be provided through the City's social media platforms. Council Member Alvarez shared that the City would have the first Hydrogen Home in the nation. She commented regarding progress with renewable energy and the charging stations available throughout the City. Mayor Frometa thanked Council Member Ashton for his service on ICA. She reported attending the memorial service for Dr. Mary Stauffer. She commented regarding current vaccination rates in Downey. She reported attending the 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony. She acknowledged Henry Ceja, Lee Squire, Dorothy Pemberton, Michael Calvert, Mariana Pacheco, Ralph Diaz, and members of her family in attendance. She invited the public to attend the Downey One Day of Service and the vaccination clinic at Downey High School. She commented regarding eligibility requirements for the Rental Assistance Program. She invited the public to attend the State of the City event. She commented regarding Senate Bill 9 and thanked Deputy City Manager Schindler for assisting the Assistance League Thrift Shop. She shared that the City is addressing the issue of illegal dumping and encouraged residents to reach out to the City Council via email or phone with any concerns. She directed staff to address the homeless encampment behind the Financial Partners Credit Union on Imperial Hwy. and homes needing maintenance. She thanked the Police Department for their continued enforcement of street racing and requested a staff report to discuss issuing a vote of "no confidence" in Los Angeles County District Attorney George Gascon. She thanked local service organizations and churches for their engagement in the City. She acknowledged Kevin Ezeh in attendance. ;1s*1A Z VEWIlll 1. Mayor Frometa presented the Mayor's Champion Award to Sebastian Valencia and Tony Ramirez of Brick L.A. 2. Mayor Frometa presented the Certificate of Appointment to David Gonzalez, Recreation and Community Services Commission, District 4. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — September 14, 2021 Z*T@TLTMqL7= Mayor Frometa recessed the City Council meeting at 7:48 p.m. Mayor Frometa reconvened the City Council meeting at 7:53 p.m. with all Council Members present. •• • • • is - •I • ADOPTEDRESOLUTION Ni 21-8034, A RESOLUTION OF • OF CITY OF DOWNEY ADOPTING,.,: i ,V MITIGATION• D REPORTING PR• "M FOR THE LAKEWOOD BOULEVARD INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENT PROJECT QUALITYACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL Mayor Frometa opened the Public Hearing at 8:08 p.m. City Clerk Duarte affirmed receipt of t Proof of Publication. It was moved by Mayor Frometa, seconded by Council Member Ashton, and ordered by - Mayor,to receive and file the publication. Public Works Director Consunji presented the staff report. He provided an overview of t proposed project, purposeoftheproject toaccommodateincreasedtraffic volume,andthe tot. project costs and funding. He summarized the results of the environmental impact report and inform the City Council project found tohave less than significant incorporated. He described the mitigated negative declaration process and implementation of t mitigation monitoring and reporting program. Mayor.:•TernPachecoaskedwhetherthe Citywould provide notices to affected • : askedDirector Consunji responded that all impacted properties within 300 feet of the project would be notifieo She whether drivers would still be able to make left turns during construction.Director • Mayorresponded that most lanes would remain open during construction. `, • Tern Pacheco questioned - duration of - construction.•Consu intersection.responded that staff is still in the design process and it would be at least six months before constructi would begin. He estimated that construction should last approximately six months. She thank Director Consunji and commented regarding the benefits of the additional left turn lane at the propos Mayor Frometa requested sufficient signage and cones posted to signal a lane closure. Director Consunji confirmed signage and cones would be in place and commented regarding the construction staging and traffic control plans developed by staff to ensure the flow of traffic during construction. Council Member Ashton thanked Director Consunji for sending out notifications regarding construction. He asked how many trees would be removed and how many would be replaced in the City. Director Consunji responded only trees in the median would be affected and that medians are comprised mainly of shrubs. City Manager Livas added that there has been no decrease in the overall City Council Minutes Regular Meeting - September 14, 2021 3 number of trees and the City has been active in planting more trees to increase the urban forest in Downey. Council Member Alvarez asked whether trees removed could be replanted to another location in the City. City Manager responded that most trees would not thrive if replanted in another location therefore the City would replace the trees removed. Council Member Trujillo asked whether the estimated six-month construction period would involve construction at night. Director Consunji responded that implementation of the construction is still unknown but the City does not typically perform construction work at night. He stated that one of the mitigation measures would be to limit construction hours to 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Council Member Trujillo questioned whether night-time construction could be implemented to avoid the impact on residents. City Manager Livas responded that the City has performed construction work, such as street repaving at night, if the impact on residents could be limited. He stated that night- time construction may be implemented depending on the location and distance from residences. Council Member Trujillo asked whether staff has evaluated the project for the possibility of night- time construction. Director Consunii resQonded that as the Vro;ect is curren%,, in the desi.?n Fhase staff has not yet begun the construction implementation plan. He stated that one of the noise mitigation measures would be to limit construction hours to 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. City Manager Livas stated that staff would look for possibilities to incorporate night-time construction. Council Member Trujillo requested to reduce the construction period to four months. He expressed concerns regarding the impact on businesses and questioned whether the City had programs to assist affected businesses. Director Consunji responded that construction is performed in phases to minimize impact and most businesses are able to remain open during construction. He stated staff works with businesses to minimize the impact. Mayor Frometa, at 8:24 p.m., opened the item for public comment. Mayor Frometa asked City Clerk Duarte if there were any written comments received regarding the Public Hearing item. City Clerk Duarte confirmed no written comments were received. Mayor Frometa asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on the Public Hearing item. Armando Herman, non-resident, commented regarding pedestrian access, the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority, closing of businesses, trees, and the drought. Mike Greenspan, non-resident, commented regarding tickets, the construction period, and in favor of a second left -turn lane and diagonal crossings. Speaker, no name provided, expressed concerns regarding the safety of local students. Speaker, no name provided, requested to clarify the location and scope of work of the project. Having no one else, Mayor Frometa closed the Public Hearing at 8:32 p.m. It was moved by Council Member Ashton, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco, and carried 5-0, to adopt Resolution No. 21-8034, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Downey adopting the Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the Lakewood Boulevard at Imperial Highway Intersection Improvement Project in accordance with the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — September 14, 2021 Ralph Diaz, Downey Police Officers Association, commenting regarding the Los Angeles County District Attorney's special directives and crime in Downey. Leticia Vmoquaz-VV|mon, Central Basin VVate, Board, commented regarding Assistant City Manager John Oskoui. Speaker, no name provided, commented regarding Mayor Fnometa, her request for public records, corruption, and City Attorney Abich Garcia. Lee Squire, resident, commented regarding Afghanistan and commissioner Kevin Ezeh. Barbaro Rodriguez, resident, commented regarding K8ayorFronneto. mask mandates, ohurohem, invocation at City Council meetings, Governor Newsom, rental assistance, Mayor PnoTenl Pgohano. and Council Member Alvarez. Juan &1orUnez, residert, commented regarding crossing guards, Council Member Trujillo, Los Angeles County District Attorney Gaacon. W1eynr Fronnete, nnoek mandates, and the public comment period. Spmoker, no name provided, commented regarding K8ovor Fnometa, Larry Elder, &4mdhma in Downey, and invocation edCity Council meetings. � Council K8ernb8r Ashton clarified that staff invites members of all faiths to participate in the invocation. MaymrFrometa reiterated that invitations toconduct#eimmcationareopentoaUfaitha BC, resident. commented regarding Council Member Trujillo, the Downey Police Department, and the treatment mfpersons ofcolor. Mike Greenapan, non-reeident, commented regarding the Independent Cities Association, its Board Members, and former Los Angeles City Council Member Mitchell Englander. JanQLee, resident, commented regarding vaccine mandates and the LGBTQoommunhr. Kevin Ezeh.resident, commented regarding tradition and evolution. John Lmcey, resident, commented regarding Senate Bill 9.the evacuation ofAfghanistan, and Rodolfo Cortes Barragan, non-resident, commented regarding partisanship and Mayor Frometa. 8peaher, no name provided,commented regarding vaccines. Speaker, noname provided, commented infavor nfrent control and rent relief. Pete Collins, resident, commented regarding Council Member Trui|kJ, the evacuation of Afohaniaten, and conduct atCity Council meetings. City Council K8inu0oe Regular Meeting - September 14.2O21 5 Mayor Frometa asked City Clerk Duarte if there were any written comments received regarding Non -Agenda items. City Clerk Duarte confirmed four written public comments were received. Shirley Hernandez commented in favor of rent control. Juan Hernandez commented in favor of rent control. Charlene Roche, resident, commented regarding K-rail barriers and parklets. Ana Brown, resident, commented regarding commissioner Kevin Ezeh. Mayor Frometa addressed comments regarding herself and commented regarding partisanship and representation. Having no one else, Mayor Frometa closed Non -Agenda public comment. CONSENT CALENDAR Council Member Trujillo abstained from Item No. 8, due to owning property in the area, Mayor Frometa asked City Clerk Duarte if there were any written comments received regarding Consent Calendar items. City Clerk Duarte confirmed no written comments were received. Mayor Frometa asked if there was anyone present who would like to comment on the Consent Calendar items. Mike Greenspan, non-resident, commented regarding Item No. 2. Armando Herman, non-resident, commented regarding Item Nos. 2, 4, 7, and 8. Juan Martinez, resident, commented regarding Item No. 2 and funding of City events. Having no one else, Mayor Frometa closed public comment. It was moved by Council Member Ashton, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco and carried 0, to approve the Consent Calendar, with Council Member Trujillo abstaining from Item No. 8. 2. APPROVED MINUTES: Regular Meeting of July 27, 2021: City Clerk. 3. WARRANTS ISSUED: Warrant Nos. 353759 — 354218; Payroll Wire Numbers 30004143, 3000414 — 30004149 & 30004151 EFT Nos. 10864 — 10900; Manual Wire Nos. 2170 — 2175, total amount i $4,891,613.44: Finance. APPROVED PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZED SOLICITATION FO CONSTRUCTION BIDS FOR FOSTER BRIDGE BLVD., RIVERGROVE DR., GLENCLIFF DF PAVEMENT REHABILITATION (CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROJECT NO. 20-30): Public Works. 5. AWARDED A CONTRACT TO WILLIAMS PIPELINE CONTRACTORS, INC. IN THE AMOUNT 0 $65,000 FOR WOODRUFF AVE. AND SMALLWOOD AVE. SEWER SPOT REPAIRS; AN[ AUTHORIZED THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/CITY ENGINEER TO EXECUTE ANY CHANG ORDERS OR ADDITIONAL SCOPE OF WORK DEEMED NECESSARY OR DESIRABLE THE APPROVED PROJECT BUDGET (MISCELLANEOUS PROJECT NO. 348): Public Works. 6. APPROVED PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH LEAD TECH ENVIRONMENTA TO PROVIDE AS -NEEDED LEAD AND ASBESTOS TESTING SERVICES TO ADHERE T, City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — September 14, 2021 6 .. r : • Z A , , . • • • • • - • -„ , • • r - • 9. RECEIVED REPORT AND PROVIDED DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING POTENTIAL BAN ON FLAVORED TOBACCO PRODUCTS AND/OR THE ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE TO REGULATE THE SALE OF TOBACCO AND TOBACCO PRODUCTS IN THE CITY: c• •n/City Prosecuto youth. Council Member Ashton thanked the City Prosecutor, City Attorney, and staff for their work on the item. City Prosecutor Eckart presented the staff report for the item. He shared that he was asked to present options to address the dangers of smoking targeted toward the youth. He provided a list of agencies that declared smoking to pose a health hazard and listed hazards linked to the smoking of tobacco. He highlighted regulations enacted to curb the dangers of tobacco use. He commented regarding the inclusion of electronic smoking devices in the definition of tobacco. He shared that a referendum regarding the sale of flavored tobacco will be placed before voters in 2022 and that the U.S. Department of Food and Drug Administration (FDA) completed a review of Electronic Nicotine Delivery System (ENDS) products and denied the applications due to health concerns. He noted that the FDA did not address some of the biggest producers of ENDS products. He commented regarding the increase in youths using ENDS. He provided options to the City Council to curb the dangers of tobacco use, including 1) requiring a Tobacco Retailer Permit, 2) prohibiting the sale of flavored tobacco, 3) creating "buffer zones" to prohibit tobaccos retailers within a specified distance from schools, day cares, or other tobacco retailers, 4) expanding prohibition of smoking/hookah lounges, 5) directing staff to educate businesses regarding new legislation, and 6) developing programs to promote awareness of the dangers of youth tobacco use. Mayor Frometa questioned which cities in the Southeast Los Angeles area have moved forward with a ban on flavored tobacco. City Prosecutor Eckart responded that a number of cities have moved City Council Minutes Regular Meeting - September 14, 2021 7 forward with a ban on flavored tobacco and commented regarding a growing movement for cities enact modifications to address the issue. •: Frometa commented regarding • of e-cigarettes near high schools in Down and the owssibiliteri of creatii that have enacted legislative action regarding flavored tobacco. City Prosecutor Eckart comment regarding use • flavored tobacco to entice the youth. He provided a list of cities in Los Angeles Coun that have banned flavored tobacco, including Beverly Hills, Calabasas, Culver City, Hermosa Beac Manhattan Beach, and Redondo Beach. He commented regarding an increase in cities taking acti and a number of cities waiting to see what would happen at the State level. Mayor Frometa questioned when the issue would be voted on at the State level. City Prosecut Eckart responded that the issue would be voted on in the November 2022 election. Mayor Frometa asked City Clerk Duarte if there were any written comments received regardii Item No. 9. City Clerk Duarte confirmed no written comments were received. Mayor Frometa asked there was anyone present who would like to comment regarding Item No. 9. Armando Herman, non-resident, commented regarding Proposition 64, the effects of Electron • Delivery System, and elected officials. -Taal "_1 II•Nor-lzim[flo rzm 0 ffi� MINGWYMN 17, 111, 1 in City Manager Livas clarified the purpose of the ordinance is to regulate the sale of tobacco, not to • • He advised that the recommendations provided are options that the City Council may discuss and choose which to implement in Downey. City Prosecutor Eckart clarified that Option 1 would allow retailers to operate as long as they obtain a Tobacco Retailer Permit and comply with the conditions of the permit. He stated that Option 2 would •. the sale • flavored tobacco and retailers could continue to sell non -flavored tobacco. He added that the ban on flavored tobacco could include menthol flavoring, depending on direction from the City Council. City Manager Livas clarified that Option 1 would not ban the sale of tobacco but would require the • to obtain a regulatory permit that would • the City an enforcement mechanism if the business is selling flavored tobacco or selling tobacco to underage people. He compared the process to that of enforcement of liquor stores selling alcohol to minors. City Prosecutor added that, if a retailer were found to be selling tobacco to minors, the City would have options for enforcement such as revoking or suspending the permit or imposing additional conditions •I the retailer. City • Minutes Regular Meeting — September 14, 2021 91 Council Member Alvarez asked whether tobacco retailers inthe City currently have mTobacco Retailer Permit. City Prosecutor Echart confirmed that no tobacco retailers have a regulatory permit for the purposes ofselling tobacco aeitimnot required bythe City. Council Member Alvarez asked about the minimum age for the sale of tobacco products and whether retailers must card those purchasing tobacco products. City Prosecutor Echartconfirmed the minimum age |e2i and retailers must request identification when selling tobacco products. Council Member Alvarez requested to confirm that, if the City Council were to choose Option 1, tobacco retailers would eb|| be required to request identification. City Prosecutor Echart confirmed that tobacco retailers would be required to request identification and added that the City could impose additional conditions such as e|gnoge ore specified location where tobacco may be located within a store. He stated that the Tobacco Retailer Permit would serve as a comprehensive regulatory scheme to regulate businesses selling tobacco and prevent minors from accessing tobacco products. Council K8ernbe, Alvarez commented regarding current access to tobacco products and questioned how it would differ under Option 1. Council Member Ashton responded that he shared the eonne concerns and found that, without the Tobacco Retailer Pernnit, businesses found to be selling tobacco products to minors are referred to the District Attorney. He stated that requiring a Tobacco Retailer Permit a||oxve the City to establish processes for enforcement at the City level. He stated that it would allow the City more direct control and enables the City to regulate access to tobacco products. City Prosecutor Eohartoonfirnned Council Member Aahton'a oonnnnente and furthered the comparison to the sale of alcohol. He stated that businesses selling alcohol are required to have a Conditional Use Permit to allow the City to impose conditions on the businesg, despite existing |axv regarding the sale of alcohol. He stated that, in the aonna way, a Tobacco Retailer's Permit would a||oxv the City more hands-on control over the business and noted that, for cases referred to the District Attorney, it may naeu|t in a rejected oaee, the sentence may be reduced to af|ne. or the citation may be placed on the cashier rather than the business. He stated that the permit would require the business owner to take responsibility for the actions of the business and employees with respect tothe sale oftobacco products. Mayor Frometa stated that staff is seeking direction from Council regarding how to proceed with Options 1 through O. City Prosecutor Eohart advised that the options are not mutually exclusive and the City Council may choose multiple options. He stated that if the City Council chooses an option with e legal conmponent, staff will prepare an ordinance to be presented for consideration. He clarified that the current discussion is solely for the purpose of providing direction to staff. Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco expressed her preference for Options 1. 2. and 3 and stated that she would like menthol flavorings included in the prohibition. Council Member Ashton concurred with her statements. City Prosecutor Eckart stated that current buo|nmeome operating in the buffer zones could continue to operate until the sunset provision in the ordinance expires or until the business closes. Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco emphasized the importance ofeducation. Council Member Alvarez expressed her support for Option 3 but commented regarding her concerns that businesses will continue to break the |ovv. City Prosecutor responded that concerns regarding noncompliance should not stop the City Council from passing laws. Mayor Fronna{a expressed her support for Option 1 and asked to confirm that businesses located in the buffer zone would be grendfothered and o||oxved to continue operations. City Prosecutor Eokertconfirmed her statement. Mayor Frometa expressed her support for Options 1, 3, and 6. City Council Minutes Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco emphasized her support for Option 2 to be included in the proposed irdinance. Council Member Ashton expressed his support for Option 4. He stated that existing hookah -ounges would be grandfathered and allowed to continue operations. He expressed that he would not 'ike additional hookah lounges in Downey and expressed his support for Options 5 and 6. City Prosecutor Eckart stated the education component in Options 5 and 6 would be included if an #)rdinance were adopted and advised that the City Council could choose Options 5 and 6 if they opted not to make any legal modifications to the Municipal Code. Council Member Ashton summarized the consensus regarding Options 1, 3, 5, and 6 and t need for further discussion on Options 2 and 4. City Prosecutor Eckart asked the City Council wheth they would like to continue discussion or return to the discussion after the proposed ordinance drafted. I Council Member Alvarez commented regarding the number of small businesses with tobacc products within Downey. Council Member Ashton requested to have staff draft the ordinance with Options 1 through noting the need for further discussion on Options 2 and 4. City Prosecutor clarified whether Options and 4 would be included in the ordinance or discussed separately. Council Member Ashton confirmE that Options 2 and 4 would be included in the draft ordinance for consideration. City Prosecutor Ecka noted that Options 3 and 4 would involve modifications to the Zoning Code and would need to t considered by the Planning Commission before consideration by the City Council. Council Member Ashton asked regarding the process for reviewing the proposed ordinancl City Prosecutor Eckart responded that Options 1 and 2 could return to Council for consideration. I - stated that Options 3 and 4 could be included in the same ordinance or drafted separately. He nOtE that the draft ordinance for Options 3 and 4 would require review by the Planning Commission befol presentation to the City Council, unless the City Council were to conduct a study session for furth( discussion. He stated that the ordinance for Options 3 and 4 could not be considered for reading ar adoption without review by the Planning Commission. Council Member Ashton expressed his desire to hold a study session for Options 3 and 4 befoi placing the ordinance before the Planning Commission. Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco requested to confirm that menthol flavorings would be included Option 2. It was moved by Council Member Ashton, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Pacheco and carried F )b 0, to receive the report, direct staff to draft an ordinance regulating the retail sale ol to acco ar tobacco products in the City, and schedule a study session to discuss the draft ordinance. City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — September 14, 2021 [at • City Manager Livas commented regarding the need to step away from the dais. Mayor Frometa commented regarding the need for Council Members to step away from the dais briefly during long City Council meetings. Mayor Frometa adjourned the Regular City Council Meeting at 10:37 p.m. on September 14, 2021 in memory of the service men and woman who lost their lives in the attack at Kabul, Afghanistan: U.S. Army Staff Sgt. Ryan Knauss, 23; U.S. Navy Corpsman Maxton W. Soviak, 22; U.S. Marines Cpl. Daegan Page, 23; Staff Sgt. Darin Hoover, Jr., 31; Lance Cpl. David Espinoza, 20; Lance Cpl. Dylan Merola, 20; Cpl. Humberto Sanchez, 22; Cpl. Hunter Lopez, 22; Lance Cpl. Jared Schmitz; Sgt. Johanny Pichardo, 25; Lance Cpl. Kareem Nikoui, 20; Sgt. Nicole Gee, 23; Lance Cpl. Rylee McCollum, 20; and, the lives lost due to COVI D-1 9. 4 1 IMT 0 �b AR , CMC PACHECO WI -Al -Al W City Clerk Mayor City Council Minutes Regular Meeting — September 14, 2021 11