2017-06-20 City Council MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING OF THE
CITY OF VERNON HELD TUESDAY, JUNE 20, 2017, IN COUNCIL
CHAMBER OF CITY HALL LOCATED AT 4305 SANTA FE
AVENUE, VERNON, CALIFORNIA
MEMBERS PRESENT: Ybarra, Woodruff-Perez, Davis, Martinez, and Lopez
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
The meeting was called to order at 9:00 a.m. by Mayor Ybarra; the Vernon Police Department
Honor Guard led the flag salute.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
Deputy City Clerk Matthew Ceballos announced once change to the agenda, that Item No. 12
would be pulled from the consent calendar and moved to the presentation section of the agenda to
be heard after Item No. 1.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Ybarra announced that this was the time allotted for public comment, and inquired whether
anyone in the audience wished to address the City Council. The public will also be given an
opportunity to comment on matters on the posted agenda during Council deliberation.
Sergio Hernandez, William C. Velasquez Institute Representative, explained that they would be
working with the City on the Lower LA River Revitalization Plan.
Benjamin Valdez, Huntington Park Youth Football and Cheer Association Representative, thanked Police Chief Calleros and the Police Officers Association for their support, presented them with a
certificate.
PRESENTATION
1. Service Pin Awards for May 2017 Presented by: Michael Earl, Director of Human Resources
NAME DEPARTMENT TITLE YEARS
Fernando Flores Public Utilities Utilities Dispatcher 20
Claudia Luna Finance Purchasing Assistant 15
Veronica Avendano Human Resources Administrative Secretary 10
Basem M. Andrawos Public Utilities Electrical Engineer 5
Joanna Hurtado-
Torres
Public Works Engineering Aid 5
Human Resources Director Michael Earl awarded the service pin to Joanna Hurtado-Torres and
Claudia Luna, who were in attendance. 12. Report on FY 2016/2017 Docket IV Grants and FY 2016/2017 Capital Grants Awarded by Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee
Recommendation:
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A. Find that receiving this report on grants awarded by the Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee is exempt from California Environmental Quality Act
(“CEQA”) review, because it is an administrative action that will not result in direct
or indirect physical changes in the environment, and therefore does not constitute a
“project” as defined by CEQA Guidelines section 15378; and B. Receive and file this report, as it is being provided for informational purposes only
pursuant to Section 2.167(e) of the Vernon Municipal Code.
Mayor Ybarra reported on the proposed and presented the recognition awards to the grant awardees in attendance. 2. A Proclamation of the Mayor and the City Council of the City of Vernon
commending Michael Gillman for his many years of service to the City of Vernon
Deputy City Clerk Ceballos read the proclamation.
Chief Calleros said a few words commending Police Captain Michael Gillman.
Captain Gillman said a few words about his years of service to the City of Vernon. 3. A Proclamation of the Mayor and the City Council of the City of Vernon commending Daniel E. Calleros for his many years of service to the City of Vernon
Deputy City Clerk Ceballos read the proclamation.
Marisa Olguin, Vernon Chamber of Commerce, said a few words commending Chief Calleros.
A representative for 33rd District State Senator Ricardo Lara’s office presented Chief Calleros with
a certificate of recognition. Bob Guthrie, Arcadia Police Chief and President of LA County Police Chiefs Association,
presented Chief Calleros with a service plaque.
City Administrator Carlos Fandino spoke about his experiences with Chief Calleros and commended him on his service.
Chief Calleros said a few words about his years of service to the City of Vernon.
4. Administer Oath of Office to Newly Appointed Police Chief City Administrator Carlos Fandino provided a brief introduction about Anthony Miranda.
Deputy City Clerk Ceballos administered the oath of allegiance to the newly appointed Police
Chief, Anthony Miranda. Police Chief Miranda gave a brief speech about being appointed the new Chief of Police.
Mayor Ybarra recessed the meeting at 9:43 a.m. The meeting reconvened at 10:03 a.m.
PUBLIC HEARING
5. Resolution No. 2017-29 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Vernon approving a budget for the fiscal year 2017-2018.
Recommendation:
A. Find that adoption of the resolution proposed in this staff report is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), because adoption of the budget
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is the creation of a government funding mechanism or other government fiscal activity that does not involve any commitment to any specific project which may
result in a potentially significant physical impact on the environment and is
therefore not a “project” as defined under Section 15378(b)(4). Further, even if
adoption of the budget were considered a “project,” it would be exempt from CEQA review in accordance with Section 15061(b)(3), the general rule that CEQA only applies to projects that may have a significant effect on the environment; and
B. Conduct a Public Hearing; and
C. Adopt a resolution approving the citywide balanced budget for fiscal year 2017-2018, with estimated budgeted revenues and expenditures of $341,503,602.
City Administrator Fandino reported on the proposed.
Mayor Ybarra opened the Public Hearing at 10:10 a.m.
Public Comment
Ms. Olguin spoke about the increasing Fire Department Budget and overtime issue, recommended a third party independent study on services and cost. Commended the City on reducing its OPEB liability.
City Administrator Fandino spoke about reducing the City’s OPEB liability, Finance Director Fox
went into greater detail on the steps being taken to reduce the City’s liability. Mayor Ybarra closed the Public Hearing at 10:17 a.m.
It was moved by Davis and seconded by Martinez to adopt Resolution No. 2017-29. Motion
carried, 5-0. Ybarra: Yes
Woodruff-Perez: Yes
Davis: Yes
Martinez: Yes Lopez: Yes
6. Resolution No. 2017-30 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Vernon
adopting an Appropriation Limit for the 2017-2018 fiscal year, pursuant to
Government Code Section 7910 Recommendation:
A. Find that adoption of the Fiscal Year 2017-2018 Appropriation Limit proposed in
this staff report is exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) because such action is a government fiscal activity that will not result in direct or
indirect physical changes in the environment, and therefore does not constitute a
“project” as defined by CEQA Guidelines section 15378; and
B. Conduct a Public Hearing; and
C. Adopt the attached resolution establishing the City’s Appropriation Limit for the
Fiscal Year 2017-2018 in the amount of $956,557,514 based on the percentage
change in the Nonresidential Construction and County Population. Mayor Ybarra opened the Public Hearing at 10:18 a.m.
Finance Director Fox reported on the proposed.
No public comment was provided. Mayor Ybarra closed the Public Hearing at 10:19 a.m.
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It was moved by Martinez and seconded by Lopez to adopt Resolution No. 2017-30. Motion carried, 5-0.
Ybarra: Yes
Woodruff-Perez: Yes Davis: Yes Martinez: Yes
Lopez: Yes
CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Davis and seconded by Lopez to approve all matters listed under the Consent
Calendar under one motion as presented. Motion carried, 5-0.
Ybarra: Yes Woodruff-Perez: Yes
Davis: Yes
Martinez: Yes
Lopez: Yes
Claims Against the City – Received and Filed 7. Claim for Damages from Marco Antonio Garcia Martinez received June 13, 2017
Warrant Registers 8. Approval of City Payroll Warrant Register No. 732, totaling $3,207,856.00, which covers the period of May 1 through May 31, 2017 and consists of the following:
A. Ratification of direct deposits, checks and taxes totaling $2,188,461.06; and
B. Checks and electronic fund transfers (EFT) totaling $1,019,394.94.
9. Approval of City Warrant Register No. 1474, totaling $1,847,374.90, which covers
the period of May 30 through June 12, 2017, and consists of the following:
A. Ratification of wire transfers totaling $1,642,331.52; and
B. Ratification of the issuance of early checks totaling $149,532.99; and
C. Authorization to issue pending checks totaling $55,510.39.
10. Approval of Light & Power Warrant Register No. 439, totaling $ 2,353,215.97,
which covers the period of May 30 through June 12, 2017, and consists of the
following:
A. Ratification of wire transfers totaling $2,197,976.10; and
B. Ratification of the issuance of early checks totaling $153,555.12; and
C. Authorization to issue pending checks totaling $1,684.75.
11. Approval of Gas Warrant Register No. 227, totaling $101,850.93, which covers the
period of May 30 through June 12, 2017, and consists of the following:
A. Ratification of wire transfers totaling $97,087.62; and
B. Ratification of the issuance of early checks totaling $4,763.31.
City Administration Department
13. Council Conference Attendance Report
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Recommendation:
A. Find that receiving this Council Conference Attendance Report is exempt from
California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) review, because it is an administrative activity of government that will not result in direct or indirect
physical changes in the environment, and therefore does not constitute a “project”
as defined by CEQA Guidelines section 15378; and
B. Receive and file this Council Conference Attendance Report. 14. Ratification of Mayor’s Appointment of Eligible Individuals to Serve on the Vernon Housing Commission
Recommendation:
A. Find that ratification of the Mayor’s appointment of eligible individuals to serve on
the Vernon Housing Commission is exempt from California Environmental Quality
Act (“CEQA”) review, because it is an administrative action that will not result in
direct or indirect physical changes in the environment, and therefore does not constitute a “project” as defined by CEQA Guidelines section 15378; and
B. Ratify the Mayor’s appointment of Melissa Ybarra to serve on the Vernon Housing
Commission in a City Council Seat with a term of July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2021;
and
C. Ratify the Mayor’s appointment of Steven Froberg to serve on the Vernon Housing
Commission in a Resident Seat with a term of July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2021; and
D. Ratify the Mayor’s appointment of Frank Gavina to serve on the Vernon Housing Commission in a Business Representative Seat with a term of July 1, 2017 to June
30, 2021.
Health and Environmental Control Department
15. May 2017 Monthly Report Police Department
16. Activity Log and Statistical Summary of Arrests and Activities for the period of May 16, through May 31, 2017, to be received and filed Public Utilities Department
17. Amendment No.1 to the Economic Development Incentive on Electric Service Agreement with Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc. Recommendation:
A. Find that approval of the proposed action is exempt from California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") review, because it is a continuing administrative and
governmental fiscal activity which does not involve any commitment to any
specific project and that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the
environment, and therefore does not constitute a "project" as defined by CEQA Guidelines section 15378; and
B. Approve Amendment No.1 to the Economic Development Incentive on Electric
Service Agreement between the City of Vernon (the “City”) and Matheson Tri-Gas
Inc., in substantially the same form as attached herewith, for the purpose of extending the commencement of commercial operation of an additional air separation plant within the City; and
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C. Authorize the City Administrator to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Economic
Development Incentive on Electric Service Agreement with Matheson Tri-Gas, Inc.
18. Acceptance of Electrical Easement at 3250 44Th Street (APN 6303-016-007) Recommendation:
A. Find that the acceptance of the Electrical Easement proposed in this staff report is
not a “project” as that term is defined under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15378, and even if it were a project, it would be
categorically exempt in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Sections 15301
(maintenance, repair or minor alteration of an existing facility and involves
negligible or no expansion of an existing use) and 15061(b)(3) (general rule that
CEQA only applies to projects that may have a significant effect on the environment); and
B. Accept the Electrical Easement, in substantially the same form as attached to this
staff report, and authorize the Mayor to execute the Certificate of Acceptance.
ORDINANCE 19. ORDINANCE NO. 1243 - An Uncodified Ordinance of the City Council of the City
of Vernon approving a Static Billboard Development Agreement and a Digital
Billboard Development Agreement between the City of Vernon and Magellan Atlantic I, LLC (Second Reading) Recommendation:
A. Find that the proposed action is exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under CEQA Guidelines section 15302, because the proposed development of the Billboards contemplates only replacement or reconstruction of
existing structures or facilities on the same Site having substantially the same size,
purpose, and capacity; and
B. Approve the second reading and adopt an ordinance approving a Static Billboard Development Agreement and a Digital Billboard Development Agreement between
the City of Vernon and Magellan Atlantic I, LLC., to replace an existing static
billboard and convert an existing V-shape static billboard to a V-shape digital
billboard along the I-710 Freeway. Mayor Pro-Tem Woodruff-Perez inquired to the City ownership of a specific billboard, Public
Works Interim Director Kevin Wilson explained that the City did not own any of the billboards in
the City and further clarified the proposed.
It was moved by Lopez and seconded by Davis to approve the second reading and adopt Ordinance 1243. Motion carried, 5-0.
Ybarra: Yes Woodruff-Perez: Yes Davis: Yes
Martinez: Yes
Lopez: Yes
NEW BUSINESS
City Administrator
20. Appointment of Eligible Individuals to Serve on the Vernon CommUNITY Fund
Grant Committee
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Recommendation:
A. Find that the appointment of eligible individuals to serve on the Vernon
CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee is exempt from California Environmental
Quality Act (“CEQA”) review, because it is an administrative action that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment, and therefore does
not constitute a “project” as defined by CEQA Guidelines section 15378; and
B. Appoint a current City Council Member to serve on the Vernon CommUNITY
Fund Grant Committee in a City Council Seat with a term of July 1, 2017 to June 30, 2019; and
C. Appoint an eligible individual to serve on the Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant
Committee in a Legislative Representative Seat with a term of July 1, 2017 to June
30, 2019; and
D. Appoint an eligible individual to serve on the Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant
Committee in Vernon Area Representative Seat No. 2 with a term of July 1, 2017
to June 30, 2019; and
E. Appoint an eligible individual to serve on the Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant
Committee in Vernon Area Representative Seat No. 3 with a term of July 1, 2017
to June 30, 2019.
Deputy City Clerk Ceballos reported on the proposed.
Councilmember Lopez was nominated to serve on the Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant
Committee in a City Council Seat by Ybarra and seconded by Martinez. Motion carried, 5-0.
Ybarra: Yes Woodruff-Perez: Yes
Davis: Yes
Martinez: Yes
Lopez: Yes
Julia Juarez was nominated to serve on the Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee in a
Legislative Representative Seat by Ybarra and seconded by Lopez. Motion carried, 5-0.
Ybarra: Yes
Woodruff-Perez: Yes Davis: Yes
Martinez: Yes
Lopez: Yes
Michael Gavina was nominated to serve on the Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee in Vernon Area Representative Seat No. 2 by Ybarra and seconded by Lopez. Motion carried, 5-0.
Ybarra: Yes
Woodruff-Perez: Yes Davis: Yes Martinez: Yes
Lopez: Yes
Steven Froberg was nominated to serve on the Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grant Committee in Vernon Area Representative Seat No. 3 by Martinez and seconded by Davis. Motion carried, 5-0.
Ybarra: Yes
Woodruff-Perez: Yes
Davis: Yes Martinez: Yes Lopez: Yes
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City Attorney Department
21. Resolution No. 2017-31 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Vernon
approving the general form of documents pursuant to Article IV of Chapter 2, Section 2.17.34 of the Vernon Municipal Code Recommendation:
A. Find that approval of the forms of contract and of related documents in this staff report is exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) review, because it is a continuing administrative activity that will not result in direct or
indirect physical changes in the environment, and therefore does not constitute a
“project” as defined by CEQA Guidelines section 15378; and
B. Adopt the attached Resolution approving the general form of documents pursuant to Article IV of Chapter 2, Section 2.17.34 of the Vernon Municipal Code.
Deputy City Attorney Brian Byun reported on the proposed.
It was moved by Davis and seconded by Martinez to adopt Resolution No. 2017-31. Motion carried, 5-0.
Ybarra: Yes
Woodruff-Perez: Yes Davis: Yes Martinez: Yes
Lopez: Yes
Human Resources Department 22. Resolution No. 2017-32 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Vernon adopting an Amended and Restated Citywide Fringe Benefits and Salary Resolution
in accordance with Government Code Section 20636(b)(1) and repealing all
resolutions in conflict therewith Recommendation:
A. Find that approval of the attached resolution in this staff report is exempt from
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review, because it is an administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in
the environment and therefore does not constitute a “project” as defined by CEQA
Guidelines Section 15378; and
B. Adopt the attached resolution amending and restating the Citywide Fringe Benefits and Salary Resolution, with a retroactive effective date of July 10, 2016, to reflect
the following provisions:
1) Amend Exhibit A, Classification and Compensation Plan establishing the following new job descriptions and associated salary ranges:
New Classification Titles Salary Grade Salary Range
Buyer G23 $5,496 - $6,681
Fire Code Inspector, Senior G27 $6,681 - $8,121
2) Amend Exhibit A, Classification and Compensation Plan adopting the
following revised job descriptions:
Assistant Buyer
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Mechanic Mechanic, Senior
Mechanic, Lead
Police Dispatcher
Police Dispatcher, Lead 3) Amend Exhibit A, Classification and Compensation Plan by adjusting the
following classification and compensation salary ranges as follows:
Classification Title Total
Incumbents
Current Salary
Range
Recommended
Salary Range
Environmental Specialist 2 G24 G26
Facilities Maintenance Worker 2 G16 G18
Facilities Maintenance Worker, Senior 2 G18 G20
Facilities Maintenance Worker, Lead 1 G22 G23
Police Dispatcher 7 G19 G20
Police Dispatcher, Lead 1 G21 G23
Police Sergeant 7 PO30 PO31
4) Approving the recommended reclassification of single incumbents in certain
classifications as follows:
Current Classification Salary
Grade
Reclassification Recommendation Salary
Grade
Mechanic G19 Mechanic, Senior G21
Assistant Engineer G25 Associate Engineer G29
Electrical Inspector G25 Electrical Inspector, Senior G27
Fire Code Inspector G25 Fire Code Inspector, Senior G27
Mechanical & Plumbing Inspector G25 Mechanical & Plumbing Inspector,
Senior
G27
Purchasing Assistant G20 Buyer G23
5) Amend the Fringe Benefits and Salary Resolution, Subsection B of Section
7, Sick Leave to add clarifying language regarding the eligibility to use sick
leave in accordance with the Healthy Workplace, Healthy Families Act of 2014.
6) Amend the Fringe Benefits and Salary Resolution, Subsection C of Section
11, Automobile Allowance and Reimbursement for Expenses to add the
Police Sergeant assigned to detective duties as eligible for the provision of a City Vehicle and Fuel in accordance with current practice and the 2016 MOU
negotiations between the City of Vernon and the VPOBA
Mayor Pro-Tem Woodruff-Perez left the meeting at 10:32 a.m.
Human Resources Director Michael Earl reported on the proposed.
A brief dialogue ensued between staff and the Council regarding the budgeting of increased
salaries and newly added positions.
It was moved by Davis and seconded by Martinez to adopt Resolution No. 2017-32. Motion
carried, 4-0.
Ybarra: Yes
Woodruff-Perez: Absent Davis: Yes
Martinez: Yes
Lopez: Yes
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Public Works Department
23. Purchase of Four Ford F Series Utility Vehicles (Three 2017 Ford F-250 Models and
One 2017 Ford F-450 Model) Recommendation:
A. Find that the proposed action is exempt from California Environmental Quality Act
(“CEQA”) review, because purchasing supplies is an administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment, and
therefore does not constitute a “project” as defined by CEQA Guidelines Section
15378. And even if such an action were a “project,” it would be exempt from CEQA
review in accordance with CEQA Guidelines § 15061(b)(3), the general rule that
CEQA only applies to projects that may have a significant effect on the environment; and
B. Approve the purchase of four Ford F Series utility vehicles (three 2017 Ford F-250
models and one 2017 Ford F-450 model) for a cost of $210,797.44.
Public Works Interim Director Kevin Wilson reported on the proposed.
Mayor Ybarra inquired as to the usage of the older replaced vehicles, Staff responded stating that
they would be salvaged at auction.
It was moved by Davis and seconded by Martinez to approve the purchase of four Ford F Series
utility vehicles (three 2017 Ford F-250 models and one 2017 Ford F-450 model) for a cost of
$210,797.44. Motion carried, 4-0.
Ybarra: Yes Woodruff-Perez: Absent
Davis: Yes
Martinez: Yes
Lopez: Yes
24. Resolution No. 2017-33 - A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Vernon approving and accepting the grant deed dedicating in fee a portion of the property located at 2626 26th Street
Recommendation:
A. Find that accepting the Grant Deed is exempt from the California Environmental
Quality Act (“CEQA”) in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Section 15301(c)
because if any construction occurs as a result of accepting and executing the Grant
Deed, the work would merely involve negligible expansion of an existing street; and
B. Adopt the proposed resolution to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the
Certificate of Acceptance and the Grant Deed for approximately 2,418 square feet of land located at 2626 26th Street.
Interim Director Wilson reported on the proposed.
Councilmember Davis inquired about the moving of power lines, Interim Director Wilson responded that it may not be necessary to do so. It was moved by Davis and seconded by Lopez to adopt Resolution No. 2017-33. Motion carried,
4-0.
Ybarra: Yes Woodruff-Perez: Absent
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Davis: Yes Martinez: Yes
Lopez: Yes
Public Utilities Department 25. Award of Service Agreements to Interstate Gas Services, Inc. and Energy Experts International for Natural Gas Operational Support Services
Recommendation:
A. Find that awarding the bid as outlined in the staff report is exempt from California
Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) review, because such action is an
administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in
the environment, and therefore does not constitute a “project” as defined by CEQA Guidelines section 15378. And even if such activity were deemed a “project,” it
would be exempt from CEQA review 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
B. Approve a Service Agreement with Interstate Gas Services, Inc. (“IGS”), as the
primary provider for services regarding natural gas operational support services,
for a total compensation amount not-to-exceed $100,000 per year, and a grand total
amount not-to-exceed $300,000 over the three-year term of the agreement; and
i. Authorize the City Administrator to execute a Service Agreement,
in substantially the same form as submitted herewith, with IGS; and
ii. Authorize the City Administrator to issue change orders that may
increase compensation for IGS in an amount not-to-exceed $30,000 per year.
C. Approve a Service Agreement with Energy Experts International (“EEI”) as the
secondary provider for services regarding natural gas operational support services,
for a total compensation amount not-to-exceed $100,000 per year, and a grand total amount not-to-exceed $300,000 over the three-year term of the agreement; and
i. Authorize the City Administrator to execute a Service Agreement,
in substantially the same form as submitted herewith, with EEI; and
ii. Authorize the City Administrator to issue change orders that may increase compensation for EEI in an amount not-to-exceed $30,000
per year.
Public Utilities General Manager Kelly Nguyen reported on the proposed.
It was moved by Martinez and seconded by Lopez to approve a Service Agreement with Interstate
Gas Services, Inc. (“IGS”), as the primary provider for services regarding natural gas operational
support services and approve a Service Agreement with Energy Experts International (“EEI”) as
the secondary provider for services regarding natural gas operational support services. Motion carried, 4-0.
Ybarra: Yes
Woodruff-Perez: Absent
Davis: Yes Martinez: Yes Lopez: Yes
26. Contract Award to CG Power Systems for Bid Specification #TRI-2017-PM:
Furnishing and Delivering of Pad-mounted Distribution Transformers for the
Vernon Public Utilities Department and Rejection of Award to Anixter/General Electric-Prolec
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Recommendation:
A. Find that approval of the proposed action is exempt from California Environmental
Quality Act ("CEQA") review, because accepting and awarding a bid is an administrative activity that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in
the environment, and therefore does not constitute a "project" as defined by CEQA
Guidelines section 15378. As to the replacement of electrical distribution
transformers, the proposed action is exempt from CEQA review, in accordance with
CEQA Guidelines § 15302, because the proposed project consists of the replacement or reconstruction of existing structures and facilities where the new
structure will be located on the same site as the structure replaced and will have
substantially the same purpose and capacity as the structure replaced; and
B. Reject the bid of Anixter/General Electric-Prolec for the reasons set forth in this staff report; and
C. Accept bid from CG Power Systems as the lowest responsive and responsible
bidder; and
D. Authorize the issuance of a purchase contract with CG Power Systems for pad-
mounted distribution transformers (Bid Specification #TR1-2017-PM) for a three
(3) year term for a not to exceed amount of $317,140.
General Manager Nguyen reported on the proposed. Councilmember Davis inquired as to the user of the new transformer, General Manager Nguyen
stated that it would be for rPlanet Earth.
It was moved by Davis and seconded by Martinez to reject the bid of Anixter/General Electric-Prolec, accept bid from CG Power Systems and authorize the issuance of a purchase contract with
CG Power Systems for pad-mounted distribution transformers (Bid Specification #TR1-2017-PM)
for a three (3) year term for a not to exceed amount of $317,140. Motion carried, 4-0.
Ybarra: Yes Woodruff-Perez: Absent
Davis: Yes
Martinez: Yes
Lopez: Yes
ORAL REPORTS
27. City Administrator Reports – brief reports on activities and other brief announcements by
the City Administrator.
City Administrator Carlos Fandino reported on the following: June 20th Vernon Village Park
Community Event; June 14th power plant tour; Chamber business tours; Public Works Director
interviews; new Vernon Public Utilities logo; City Administrator upcoming Sacramento visit; July
City Council meetings; Fire Department training; FEMA grant; LA City Firefighter funeral; June 3rd Vernon firefighters annual pancake breakfast; increased graffiti in the City, and the June 24th Fire Engineers test. City Administrator Carlos Fandino commended Chief Calleros again on his
service.
Chief Calleros spoke about leaving and thanked everyone for his experiences working for the City. 28. City Council Reports – brief AB1234 reports, or report on: activities, announcements, or
directives to staff.
Mayor Ybarra, Councilmember Davis, and Chief Calleros announced where fireworks could be purchased within the City.
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With no further business, at 10:58 a.m., Mayor Ybarra adjourned the meeting.
________________________ Melissa Ybarra Mayor
ATTEST:
_________________________ Maria E. Ayala
City Clerk