2014-03-18 City Council MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF
THE CITY OF VERNON HELD TUESDAY, MARCH 18, 2014,
IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER OF THE CITY HALL LOCATED
AT 4305 SANTA FE AVENUE, VERNON, CALIFORNIA
MEMBERS PRESENT: McCormick, Davis, Maisano, Ybarra, and
Martinez
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Mayor McCormick.
Councilmember Maisano led the flag salute.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
Mayor McCormick announced that there are no changes to the
agenda.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor McCormick announced that this was the time allotted for
public comment, and inquired whether anyone in the audience
wished to address the City Council. No one responded.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Personnel Matters - Service Pin Awards
Human Resources Director Teresa McAllister reported on
Councilmember Maisano’s five years of service as an elected
official.
Councilmember Maisano thanked staff and commended the City
Administration Department, staff, and Independent Reform Monitor
John Van de Kamp for their assistance in making Vernon a better
City. He thanked the Vernon Chamber of Commerce for their
involvement and help as well. He described the five years as
unique and full of changes.
2. A Proclamation of the Mayor and the City Council of the
City of Vernon Declaring the Week of March 30 – April 5,
2014, as Safety Seat Checkup Week.
Police Chief Daniel Calleros reported on the proclamation and on
the importance of proper safety belt use as it can reduce child
injuries and fatalities. He announced Safety Belt USA’s event
on April 5, 2014, from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. at the Petersen
Automotive Museum in order to educate parents and provide free
safety seat checkups. The event is sponsored by the Office of
Traffic Safety.
3. Transfer of Jurisdiction Presentation – Substation Name
Change to McCormick.
Recommendation:
(1) Find that the item is exempt under the California
Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) in accordance with
Section 15061(b)(3), the general rule that CEQA only
applies to projects that may have an effect on the
environment; and
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(2) Acknowledge the Transfer of Jurisdiction and the
Substation/Circuit name change from Malkenhorst to
McCormick as presented by the Light and Power
Department.
Director of Light and Power Carlos Fandino presented on the
Malkenhorst Substation and pertaining circuits name change. He
reported on the substation’s history and use.
Fandino reported on McCormick’s history in Vernon as a resident
and as a member of the City Council. He is honored to present
Mayor McCormick with a plaque memorializing the transfer of
jurisdiction.
The official transfer of jurisdiction was formally conducted
during the meeting via telephone with the dispatcher on duty,
Armando Hinojos.
Mayor McCormick thanked Fandino and staff for the recognition.
4. Presentation by Capital Accounting Partners, LLC on the
City-Wide cost allocation plan and user fee study.
Finance Director William Fox reported on the request for
proposals process and the selection of Capital Accounting
Partners, LLC (“CAP”) to conduct a cost allocation plan and user
fee study.
Partner Daniel Edds at CAP presented on the results of the cost
allocation plan and user fee study. He commented on staff’s
responsiveness to inquiries and requests for data. Edds
presented and explained the process, including the indirect cost
allocation plan, the productivity hourly rate calculation
process, the full cost user fee calculation process and the
comparison fee study.
Fox noted the level of detail used by CAP to accurately capture
the full cost.
Edds presented on the potential cost recovery; he noted that the
Fire Prevention and Environmental Control divisions were
significantly under recovered. This is typical of cities that
have not done a user fee analysis or study. Edds presented on
the data if the City were to adopt a policy for full recovery of
costs.
In Vernon’s cost comparison to other entities, Edds cautioned
that many entities do not routinely update fees, and that an
exact match may not exists; additionally, the service levels may
differ. The results concluded that Vernon was either in the low
or average spectrum for fee comparisons.
Edds recommended that Vernon set a policy for cost recovery with
annual fee adjustments and a complete user fee analysis every
three to five years. This will allow staff the ability to
provide good services. He explained that in his experience, if
the fees to not match the costs, cost cutting measures are
implemented to compensate for the lack of funds which results in
reduced levels of service.
In response to Councilmember Ybarra’s inquiry on how taxes
factored in to the study, Edds explained that taxes normally
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have a purpose that largely benefits the public as a whole, such
as paying for road repairs and maintenance. Taxes were not
reviewed within the study. Rather, the study focuses on the
consumption of city resources for a project that would
ultimately benefit one consumer. By charging the full cost to
process the project to said consumer, the City is not asking its
citizens to share the burden and pay for said consumer’s
services.
Fox thanked the representatives at CAP for all their efforts and
hard work and each of the affected departments for their
assistance. The study will be reviewed as part of the budget
process.
Independent Reform Monitor John Van de Kamp inquired whether
Edds had a comment about Vernon’s level of service compared to
others. In response, Edds advised that each entity has its own
unique characteristics, but for example in Vernon all the
resources for a building project are located in one office.
This is consistent with best practices.
Van de Kamp encouraged business participation in future
discussions. Vernon has the potential to increase fees, but
also to drop taxes.
It was moved by Maisano and seconded by Ybarra to receive and
file the presentation items. Motion carried, 5-0.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmember Ybarra noted a correction to the Minutes of the
Regular City Council Meeting held, March 4, 2014. The motion
captured for one of the agenda items needs correction.
It was moved by Davis and seconded by Martinez to approve the
matters listed on the Consent Calendar as presented with the
correction to the March 4, 2014, Regular City Council Meeting
Minutes. Motion carried, 5-0.
Claims Against the City (to be received and filed)
1. Claim for Damages received on March 4, 2014 from Jason
Prieto in an amount of approximately $300.
Minutes
2. Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting held February
18, 2014, to be received and filed.
3. Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting held March 4,
2014, to be received and filed.
4. Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting held March 4,
2014, to be received and filed.
5. Minutes of the Joint Special City Council and Successor
Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Meeting held March 4,
2014, to be received and filed.
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Warrant Registers
6. Ratification of Light and Power Warrant Register No. 354
to record voided Check No. 510408 in the amount of $32.77.
7. Ratification of Gas Warrant Register No. 147 to record
voided Check No. 1113 in the amount of $80,773.46.
8. Approval of City Payroll Warrant Register No. 693,
totaling $2,941,912.04, which covers the period of January
12, through February 8, 2014, and consists of the
following:
a. Ratification of direct deposits, checks and taxes
totaling $2,271,077.71; and
b. Checks and electronic fund transfers totaling
$670,834.33.
9. Approval of City Warrant Register No. 1396, totaling
$1,057,064.44, which covers the period of February 25,
through March 10, and consists of the following:
a. Ratification of wire transfers totaling $694,828.90;
and
b. Ratification of the issuance of early checks totaling
$145,452.98; and
c. Authorization to issue pending checks totaling
$216,782.56.
10. Approval of Light & Power Warrant Register No. 361,
totaling $4,104,302.42, which covers the period of
February 25, through March 10, 2014, and consists of the
following:
a. Ratification of wire transfers totaling $3,946,438.67;
and
b. Ratification of the issuance of early checks totaling
$102,760.51; and
c. Authorization to issue pending checks totaling
$55,103.24.
11. Approval of Gas Warrant Register No. 149, totaling
$2,537,348.85, which covers the period of February 25,
through March 10, 2014, and consists of the following:
a. Ratification of wire transfers totaling $2,506,002.65;
and
b. Ratification of the issuance of early checks totaling
$15,766.62; and
c. Authorization to issue pending checks totaling
$15,579.58.
Community Services and Water Department
12. Building Department Report for the month of February 2014,
to be received and filed.
Fire Department
13. Activity Report for the period of February 16, through
February 28, 2014, to be received and filed.
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Police Department
14. Activity Log and Statistical Summary of Arrest and
Activities for the period of February 16, through February
28, 2014, to be received and filed.
NEW BUSINESS
City Administration Department
1. Request to Begin Recruitment Process to Fill City Attorney
Position.
Recommendation:
(1) Authorize the Director of Human Resources to conduct
the recruitment process to fill the City Attorney
position; and
(2) Establish the monthly salary range for the recruitment
as $16,881 to $21,000. The low end of the range was
derived using the average of the market study results,
which is consistent with HR Policy II-3, Salary Plan
Administration, and the high end reflects the current
published salary rate for the position.
City Administrator Mark Whitworth reported on the position’s
vacancy since December 2013, after the retirement of the then
City Attorney. The City postponed the recruitment of a new City
Attorney pending the classification and compensation study; the
workload is being managed by the City’s two competent Deputy
City Attorneys, along with outside legal assistant such as Reed
and Davidson Law Firm. Now that the study has been completed,
the City feels it is the proper time to obtain a full-time in-
house City Attorney. Whitworth explained the salary range and
advised that the search process will be conducted in-house by
Human Resources Director Teresa McAllister
Councilmember Ybarra inquired whether there would be controversy
during the interview process should the advertised salary turn
out to be greater than what the salary range is ultimately set
to be. In response, McAllister advised that the range gives the
City Council the option to make an offer within the said range.
Making changes to the salary range during the recruitment
process is not recommended.
In response to Mayor McCormick’s inquiry on whether the two
Deputy City Attorneys would be able to apply for the position,
McAllister explained that if they meet the qualifications they
would.
It was moved by Davis and seconded by Maisano to authorize the
recruitment to fill the City Attorney position. Motion carried,
5-0.
2. Citywide Personnel Classification and Salary amendments:
(A) Resolution No. 2014-07 - A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Vernon Amending Schedule No. II
through Schedule No. XVIII of Resolution No. 2013-57
regarding the Compensation, Costs and Benefits of its
Employees (“Citywide Personnel and Salary Resolution”)
(Amendment No. 3).
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(B) Ordinance No. 1219 - An Ordinance of the City
Council of the City of Vernon, California, amending
Section 2.69-1 of Chapter 2 of the Vernon Municipal
Code, and repealing all ordinances or parts of
ordinances in conflict therewith. (first reading)
Recommendation:
(1) Find that approval of the proposed Amendment No. 3 to
the Citywide Personnel and Salary Resolution No. 2013-
57, and the Ordinance to amend the City Municipal Code
reflecting such revisions are exempt under the
California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) in
accordance with Section 15061(b)(3), the general rule
that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an
effect on the environment; and
(2) Approve and adopt the attached resolution amending
Schedule No. II through Schedule No. XVIII of the
Citywide Personnel and Salary Resolution to revise the
citywide personnel classifications pursuant to the
recommendations of the Citywide classification study
conducted by Public Sector Personnel Consultants; and
(3) Approve the immediate reclassification of eighteen
(18) incumbents into the City’s current associated
salary ranges for the respective classifications,
effective pay period beginning April 20, 2014. The
proposed resolution shall not affect or alter the
existing compensation of any employee not specifically
set forth herein; and
(4) Approve the first reading of Ordinance No. 1219
amending Section 2.69-1 of Chapter 2 of the Vernon
Municipal Code reflecting the revisions to the City of
Vernon classification plan and current City
organizational structure.
City Administrator Mark Whitworth advised that the proposed took
a great deal of effort and noted its importance.
Human Resources Director Teresa McAllister announced changes to
pages 3 and 16 of the Resolution exhibit. Teresa reported on
the classification study and its process. She noted the purpose
of the study which will also modernize the classifications. To
explain, a Councilman has been reclassified to Council Member.
McAllister reported on the results of the classification study.
She noted that the Fire Department is not included due to
ongoing negotiations. As a result of the meet and confer,
employees will be grandfathered into their current positions.
She explained education requirements that may now be necessary
for new applicants to a position.
McAllister noted that employees continue to perform the same
duties. The new job classifications were a huge undertaking by
the City and involved the participation of almost every
employee. She recognized the employees’ patience and
cooperation.
McAllister advised that the recommendations will be effective
April 20, 2014, as staff will need time to update the EDEN Human
Resource Information System. The newly designated “exempt”
classifications will remain status quo and continue to be
eligible for overtime until such time that proposed salary
changes are implemented. Additionally, there are eighteen
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individuals that are recommended for a reclassification.
McAllister confirmed that the affected Departments will be able
to absorb the additional costs.
As part of the recommendation, there are twenty-two new job
classifications that are recommended to be assigned the
incumbents’ current pay grade at this time. There is no fiscal
impact.
McAllister clarified that the proposed resolution does not
affect or alter the existing compensation of any employee or
classification not specifically set forth in the recommendation.
McAllister explained that the second component is to amend the
Vernon Municipal Code and to authorize the Human Resources
Director to make minor revisions to the classification plan
where there are no significant impacts to the essential
functions of the job classification.
Stan Stosel of the International Brotherhood of Electrical
Workers Local 47 complemented McAllister and staff for all their
efforts. He supports approval of the recommendations.
It was moved by Davis and seconded by Ybarra to approve
Resolution No. 2014-07 and approve the first reading of
Ordinance No. 1219. Motion carried, 5-0.
Community Services and Water Department
3. Resolution No. 2014-08 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon approving a Lot Line Adjustment for
the properties located at 3305 Bandini Boulevard and 3480
26th Street in the City of Vernon.
Recommendation:
(1) Find that the proposed Lot Line Adjustment is
categorically exempt based on a Class 5 Categorical
Exemption under the California Environmental Quality
Act (“CEQA”) in accordance with Section 15305 which
consists of minor alterations in land use limitations
in areas with an average slope of less than 20%, which
do not result in any changes in land use or density
including minor lot line adjustments, side yard, and
set back variances not resulting in the creation of
any new parcels; and
(2) Approve the Lot Line Adjustment at 3305 Bandini
Boulevard and 3480 26th Street.
Director of Community Services and Water Kevin Wilson reported
that the recommendation will move the property line to form two
parcels based on the development plan. As such a lot line
adjustment is necessary for full compliance. Wilson advised
that the recommendation will eliminate one small parcel so that
instead of three parcels, there will only be two.
It was moved by Maisano and seconded by Martinez to approve
Resolution No. 2014-08. Motion carried, 5-0.
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4. Authorization to issue Notice Inviting Bids for contract
for Contract CS-0438 for the Elevated Tank Standpipe
Repair.
Recommendation:
(1) Find that approval of the Notice Inviting Bids, per
Contract CS-0438 for the Elevated Tank Standpipe
Repair is exempt under the California Environmental
Quality Act (“CEQA”) in accordance with CEQA
Guidelines Section 15061 (b)(3), the general rule that
CEQA only applies to projects that may have an effect
on the environment; and
(2) Approve the Notice Inviting Bids, per Contract CS-0438
for the Elevated Tank Standpipe Repair.
Director of Community Services and Water Kevin Wilson advised
that the standpipe for the elevated water tank is in need of
repair; corrosion has been observed at the base. Through a
request for proposal, an evaluation and solution was provided.
The recommendation is to approve a notice inviting bids for the
actual repair work. The estimated cost is $50,000, funds have
been budgeted.
It was moved by Ybarra and seconded by Maisano to authorize the
issuance of the Notice Inviting Bids for Contract No. CS-0438
for the elevated tank standpipe repair. Motion carried, 5-0.
5. Acceptance of a Fire Lane Easement at 3270 Washington
Boulevard by Soco West Inc.
Recommendation:
(1) Find that accepting the Fire Lane Easement is
categorically exempt under the California
Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) in accordance with
CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), the general rule
the CEQA only applies to projects that may have an
effect on the environment; and
(2) Accept the Fire Lane Easement and authorize the Mayor
and Deputy City Clerk to execute said document.
Director of Community Services and Water Kevin Wilson advised
that the proposed has been reviewed by the Fire Department and
they are in agreement. The fire lane easement will provide fire
access to the two buildings being constructed.
It was moved by Maisano and seconded by Martinez to accept the
fire lane easement at 3270 Washington Boulevard by Soco West,
Inc. Motion carried, 5-0.
Light and Power Department
6. Approving the Issuance of a Notice Inviting Bids for the
Procurement and Installation of New Remote Intelligent
Gateway (RIG) System.
Recommendation:
(1) Find that approval of the proposed issuance of a
Notice Inviting Bid is exempt under the California
Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) in accordance with
CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), the general rule
that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an
effect on the environment, because the Remote
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Intelligent Gateway (“RIG”) system merely replaces the
existing system and improves efficiency and
reliability of energy produced in Vernon; and
(2) Approve the issuance of a Notice Inviting Bids
entitled “Furnish Design, Equipment, Fabrication,
Testing, and Commissioning of CAISO-Accredited Remote
Intelligent Gateway (“RIG”) to Replace Existing RIG”
in essentially the form of bid documents attached to
the Staff Report. Staff estimates that the total
purchase price will be between $50,000 and $80,000,
but the exact price will, of course, depend on the
bids actually received.
In response to Mayor Pro-Tem Davis, Director of Light and Power
Carlos Fandino advised that the Remote Intelligence Gateway was
originally installed in 2002.
It was moved by Davis and seconded by Maisano to approve the
issuance of a Notice Inviting Bids for the procurement and
installation of a new Remote Intelligent Gateway System. Motion
carried, 5-0.
ORAL REPORTS
Police Chief Daniel Calleros reported on patrol’s response to a
man down on March 8, 2014, in the 4300 block of Alcoa Avenue.
Vernon Fire Paramedics also responded to the scene; the man did
expire. The initial crime scene investigation concluded that
the cause of death was most likely due to natural causes. It
was later confirmed by Detectives that the individual did have
an existing medical condition.
On March 11, 2014, patrol officers were alerted to a stolen
vehicle by the fixed license plate reader system. Officers
pursued the stolen vehicle until it crashed in the area of
Florence Avenue and Miles Avenue in Huntington Park. After a
short foot pursuit, the driver was apprehended. The suspect was
taken into custody for auto theft and other related charges.
On March 11, 2014, shots were fired in the 5500 block of
District Boulevard. Officers responded and located the suspect
vehicle, the driver and occupants were detained. During the
course of the investigation, officers located a shotgun and
several spent shotgun casings. A witness and the vehicle
passenger confirmed that the driver had in fact discharged the
shotgun as reported. The suspect was taken into custody for
several gun related charges.
On March 16, 2014, officers assisted the Bell Police Department
with a street race operation in the area of Bandini Boulevard
east of Atlantic Boulevard. Calleros advised that the City of
Bell has had an ongoing problem with a group that meets on
weekends and take turns driving in circles at high speeds. This
action causes damage to the asphalt roadway. The operation
resulted in the arrest of 19 individuals for felony vandalism
and the impoundment of 6 vehicles.
Calleros announced that during the upcoming weekend, staff will
be participating in the annual Baker to Vegas Challenge Cup 120
mile relay race that begins in Baker and ends in Las Vegas.
Vernon has once again teamed up with members of the San Gabriel
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Police Department. Calleros anticipates that it will be a very
competitive race.
Independent Reform Monitor John Van de Kamp commented that the
information provided by the Chief does not sufficiently provide
crime statistics for the City. He explained that it does not
provide information on whether there were more incidents and
arrests this year compared to previous years. He advised that
it would be helpful to develop the information so that it can be
determined whether the Police Department is being effective.
In response, Calleros advised that he intends to present annual
statistics and activity for the last four years during an
upcoming City Council meeting. However, he noted that overall
the City’s crime level has stayed consistent with a few spikes
related to different trends.
Captain Michael Gillman reported three vandalisms; March 5th at
3700 block of Soto Street that resulted in one arrest, March 8th
at the 2900 block of Fruitland Avenue that resulted in two
arrests, and March 10th at the 2700 block of Fruitland Avenue.
Mayor McCormick reported vandalism on the telephone poll on
Downey Avenue. Additionally, he reported vandalism on District
Boulevard and Downey Boulevard.
Fire Chief Michael Wilson announced that the CERT Classes
continue. Wilson reported on the recent earthquake; there were
no incidents or damage reported within Vernon. Wilson announced
the upcoming Firefighter and Police Officer of the Year Rotary
Club Ceremony on March 20, 2014.
Wilson reported on his conversation with the Los Angeles County
Fire Chief Daryl Osby regarding the feasibility study. He
advised Osby that if the delivery model in the study remains the
same, then most likely, the report would remain as received and
filed by the City Council. Osby did not express any concerns
and expressed an interest in putting together an automatic aid
agreement between Vernon and the County.
The Fire Captain’s exam is moving forward with written
examinations scheduled for March 20, 2014. On March 16, 2014,
the annual Alameda Corridor Multi Agency Exercise was conducted.
Wilson reported on the crews’ response to an overturned vehicle
on March 4, 2014.
Director of Community Services and Water Kevin Wilson announced
the issuance of the permits for the new housing development
project. Work on the location can already be observed. The
official groundbreaking will be on April 25, 2014.
Director of Light and Power Carlos Fandino reported on a power
outage on March 7, 2014; staff continues to investigate the
cause of the outage. On March 16, 2014, a mylar balloon caused
a power outage.
Fandino advised that market indicators forecast that the cost of
natural gas will remain steady at $4.77. He reported that
negotiations with Element Market have concluded; a renewable
energy source for the bucket 1 category will be provided in lieu
of some biomethane gas.
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Finance Director William Fox reported on the completion of the
EDEN cashier module. This will allow a direct post to the
general ledger and online processing of credit cards. Fox noted
that currently there is no authority to charge a processing fee
for credit card use, but advised that in the future this may be
an item of discussion.
Fox reported on the transition to in-house management of finance
activities that were previously managed by BLX Group (Bond
Logistix) LLC. This will result in an average cost saving of
approximately $200,000 per year for the City.
Fox announced the commencement of the budget sessions which will
include the fee for service adjustments as part of the process
and a five-year capital expense plan.
In response to Mayor McCormick, Fox advised that much like the
process from the previous fiscal year, budget review sessions
will be scheduled during the City Council meetings.
Deputy Director of Health and Environmental Control David LeDuff
announced that the Sustainable Development and Energy Efficiency
Commission meeting has been postponed from March 19, 2014 to
March 26, 2014, at 3:30 p.m.
LeDuff reported on his attendance to the Los Angeles County
Board of Supervisors’ meeting where he made a statement on
behalf of the City that the Health and Environmental Control
Department has worked cooperatively with the South Coast Air
Quality Management District and Department of Toxic Substances
Control over the past year to compel Exide Technologies to
operate its facility in accordance with all applicable rules,
regulations, codes, ordinances and statutes. Additionally,
Vernon elected officials have made it clear that Exide must
operate in a manner that is safe. He advised the County Board
of Supervisors that Vernon supports Supervisor Gloria Molina’s
County Toxic Threat Strike Team. Additional information is
available on the City’s website under the “Exide Update” link.
Human Resources Director Teresa McAllister advised that she is
working with health benefits consultant Alliant Insurance
Services, Inc. on three wellness programs for employees geared
at encouraging healthy lifestyles. This could be a costs
savings to the insurance premiums. Informational meetings will
be scheduled.
Assistant to City Administrator/Successor Agency Staff Alex Kung
reported on the Oversight Board to the Successor Agency’s
decision to wait on the outcome of certain pending cases before
making a determination on whether to approve and ratify certain
actions taken by the former Redevelopment Agency. He announced
that the next Oversight Board Meeting is scheduled to be held
June 6, 2014, at 4:00 p.m.
Deputy City Attorney Scott Porter provided an update to Bruce
Malkenhorst’s three lawsuits and the administrative appeal of
CalPERS’ decision to reduce his pension effective April 1, 2014.
Porter stated that the City Attorney’s office, in conjunction
with the City’s outside counsel, will continue to aggressively
litigate these matters and maintain the City’s position that
administration of retirement benefits is within the jurisdiction
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of CalPERS, and the City is not liable under any implied or
actual contract to pay Malkenhorst the higher pension amount.
Porter reminded all that it is prohibited to disclose matters
discussed during closed session.
Director of Community Services and Water Kevin Wilson reported
on Meta Housing Corporation’s receipt of grant funds, which he
explains will reduce the loan amount issued by the City.
City Administrator Mark Whitworth advised that staff is working
on the nominees for members to the Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant
Committee; he anticipates that the inaugural meeting will be
held in July.
Whitworth reported on the Vernon Housing Commission Meeting held
March 12, 2014, and announced the Special meeting to be held on
April 9, 2014, at 6:00 p.m. in order to evaluate the Solari
Enterprises, Inc. contract.
He encouraged the Council to remind all residents to participate
in the survey on Solari Enterprises, Inc.’s performance.
Whitworth reported on his tour of Exide Technologies (“Exide”)
and the progress they have made. Exide is currently working
with the Department of Light and Power on its electrical
underground. He advised that Exide stated that it is willing to
address every concern from the surrounding communities.
Whitworth announced the police and firefighter of the year
luncheon on March 20, 2014. The Chamber Installation Luncheon
will be on March 27, 2014; Independent Reform Monitor John Van
de Kamp and Mayor McCormick are both scheduled to speak.
Whitworth reminded all to file their Statements of Economic
Interest, Form 700, with the Office of the City Clerk. He
announced that the all-mail-ballots for the April 8, 2014,
General Municipal election have been mailed.
CLOSED SESSION
At 11:00 a.m., it was moved by Maisano and seconded by Davis to
go into closed session to discuss the item listed under closed
session. Motion carried, 5-0. There was no public comment
related to this item.
1. CITY COUNCIL CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Designated Representatives: Mark Whitworth, Teresa
McAllister and Paul Coble
Employee Organizations: Vernon Police Management
Association, Vernon Police Officers’ Benefit Association,
Vernon Firemen's Association, Vernon Fire Management
Association, Teamsters Local 911, International
Brotherhood of Electric Workers Local 47, and employees
designated as Management, Confidential and Executive.
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At 12:45 p.m., the City Council exited the closed session.
Mayor McCormick announced that there is no reportable action.
With no further business, at 12:45 p.m., Mayor McCormick
adjourned the meeting.
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W. Michael McCormick
Mayor
ATTEST:
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Ana Barcia
Deputy City Clerk