2017-11-09 Business and Industry Commission MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR VERNON BUSINESS AND
INDUSTRY COMMISSION MEETING OF THE CITY OF VERNON
HELD THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 9, 2017, AT 9:00 A.M. IN THE
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBER, LOCATED AT 4305 SANTA FE AVENUE, VERNON, CALIFORNIA
MEMBERS PRESENT: Eric Gustafson, Robert Wendoll, Jack Whalen, Jack Cline, Douglas
Pittman, Stan Stosel, and William Davis
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
The meeting was called to order at 9:02 a.m. by Chair Gustafson, who also led the flag salute.
There were no changes to the agenda.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Chair Gustafson announced that this was the time allotted for public comment and inquired whether anyone in the audience wished to address the Commission. The public will also be given
a chance to comment on matters which are on the posted agenda during Commission deliberation
on those specific matters.
No public comment provided.
PRESENTATION
1. Los Angeles River Path Feasibility Study
Presented by: Emily Duchon, City of Vernon's LA River Project Consultant
Emily Duchon, City of Vernon's LA River Project Consultant, provided a PowerPoint
presentation.
A lengthy dialogue ensued between the Commission and the Consultant regarding route considerations, access and security concerns, possible business disruptions, previous
developments, estimated usage of bike path, potential issues, alignment options, obstructions,
funding options, regional examples, clarification on how the money is set up, and a possible scope
change.
The Business and Industry Commission came to a consensus to explore different options on how
the project funds could be better spent.
Commissioner Wendoll inquired about the Council making a decision, Assistant Engineer Felix
Velasco responded that a final report would be created and presented to Council for input.
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ORAL REPORTS
2. Brief reports on activities, other brief announcements, and directives to staff
City Clerk Ayala spoke about the City of Vernon SPOOKtacular event and the positive response it received. Chair Gustafson expressed interest in participation in future City events.
The Business and Industry Commission came to a consensus to send condolences to the recent
passing of former Vernon Mayor Leonis Malberg.
Senior Deputy City Attorney Brian Byun briefly spoke about a recent rule change from the
AQMD. A brief dialogue ensued between the Commission and Staff regarding the shaping of
the legislation and the reporting.
3. Next Meeting: Thursday, February 8, 2018 at 9:00 a.m. With no further business, Chair Gustafson adjourned the meeting at 9:56 a.m.
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Eric Gustafson
Chairperson
ATTEST:
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Maria E. Ayala, CMC Secretary