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20200407 Regular City Council Meeting - AgendaAgenda City of Vernon Regular City Council Meeting Tuesday, April 07, 2020, 09:00 AM City Hall, Council Chamber 4305 Santa Fe Avenue Vernon, California Melissa Ybarra, Mayor Leticia Lopez, Mayor Pro Tern William Davis, Council Member Carol Menke, Council Member Diana Gonzales, Council Member THIS MEETING WILL BE CONDUCTED PURSUANT TO GOVERNOR NEWSOM'S EXECUTIVE ORDER N-29-20. The public is encouraged to view the meeting at http://www.cityofvernon.org/webinar or by calling (213) 929-4232, Access Code 654-961-112#. You may submit comments to PublicComment(�ci.vernon.ca.us with the subject line "April 7, 2020 Council Meeting Public Comment Item #_." Comments received prior to 8 a.m. Tuesday, April 7, 2020, will be read into the record. CALL TO ORDER I aWmevy_ ill 9 :4 ROLL CALL APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA PUBLIC COMMENT At this time the public is encouraged to address the City Council on any matter that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. The public will also be given a chance to comment on matters which are on the posted agenda during City Council deliberation on those specific matters. Page 2 of 9 Regular City Council Meeting Agenda April 07, 2020 PUBLIC HEARINGS Finance/Treasury General Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 •Z�Ti1i — IirF%i i iii Continue the public hearing to a date uncertain. 1. Notice of Public Hearing - General Fee Schedule PRESENTATIONS 2. City Administration Fiscal Year 2020/2021 Budget Study Session Recommendation: No action required by City Council. This is a presentation only. 1. FY 2020-21 Budget Summary All Funds 2. 2020-2021 Combined Budget CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are to be approved with one motion. Items may be removed from the Consent Calendar by any member of the Council. Those items removed will be considered immediately after the Consent Calendar. 3. City Clerk Approval of Minutes Recommendation: Approve meeting minutes for the March 12, 2020 Special City Council Meeting and the March 17, 2020 Regular and Special City Council Meetings. 1. 2020-03-12 City Council Minutes (Special) 2. 2020-03-17 City Council Minutes 3. 2020-03-17 City Council Minutes (Special) 4. Finance/Treasury Operating Account Warrant Register Recommendation: Approve Operating Account Warrant Register No. 42, for the period of March 1 through March 21, 2020, which totals $10,664,989.54 and consists of ratification of electronic payments totaling $10,061,949.14 and ratification of the issuance of early checks totaling $603,040.40. 1. Operating Account Warrant Register No. 42 5. City Clerk Claims Against the City Recommendation: Receive and file the claim submitted by Geo Plastics in the amount of $10,000. 1. Claim for Damages -Geo Plastic 3-12-20 Page 3 of 9 Regular City Council Meeting Agenda April 07, 2020 6. City Council Public Works Monthly Building Report Recommendation: Receive and file the February 2020 Building Report. 1. Public Works Department February 2020 Building Report 7. Public Works Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1264 - Development Agreement between the City of Vernon and the Southern California Curling Center, Inc. Recommendation: A. Find that the proposed action is exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") review, because it is a continuing administrative activity that will not result in any direct or indirect physical changes in the environment, and therefore does not constitute a "project" as defined by CEQA Guidelines section 15378, and to the extent the Southern California Curling Center, Inc. seeks to engage in actual physical construction or development, such would be subject to separate and independent CEQA review and analysis; and B. Conduct second reading, and adopt Ordinance No. 1264 approving and authorizing the execution of a Development Agreement between the City of Vernon and the Southern California Curling Center, Inc for the purpose of facilitating the development of the Southern California Curling Centers' program and facility located at 4545 Pacific Boulevard in the City of Vernon. 1. Ordinance No. 1264 8. Human Resources POST Entry -Level Dispatcher Selection Test Battery Security Agreement with the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training Recommendation: A. Find that the proposed action is exempt under the 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. Approve and authorize the Director of Human Resources to execute a POST Entry - Level Dispatcher Selection Test Battery Security Agreement between the City of Vernon and the California Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training in substantially the same form as submitted. 1. POST Security Agreement (Entry -Level Police Dispatcher) Page 4 of 9 Regular City Council Meeting Agenda April 07, 2020 9. Public Works Project Funded by Senate Bill 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 Recommendation: A. Find that the proposed action does not constitute a "project" pursuant to sections 15378(b)(2) and (4) of the Guidelines to the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA"), because it constitutes an administrative activity and government funding mechanism that does not involve any commitment to any specific project which may result in a potentially significant impact on the environment; and even if the adoption of the proposed resolution did constitute a project, it would be exempt from CEQA in accordance with CEQA Guidelines Sections 15302, because the proposed project consists of the replacement 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 15061(b)(3), the general rule that CEQA only applies to projects that may have a significant effect on the environment; and B. Adopt a resolution adopting a project funded by Senate Bill 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 for Fiscal Year 2020/2021. 1. Senate Bill 1 - The Road Repair and Accountability Act FY 2020-2021 Resolution 10. Police Department Drug Enforcement Administration Agreement Recommendation: A. Find that the approval of the proposed agreement 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. Approve and authorize the Police Chief to execute an agreement with the Drug Enforcement Administration, for continued participation in the Southwest Border Initiative (SWBI) taskforce with an effective date of April 7, 2020. 1. Drug Enforcement Administration Task Force Agreement Page 5 of 9 Regular City Council Meeting Agenda April 07, 2020 11. Fire Department Authorized Agents for California Governor's Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) Public Assistance Grants Recommendation: A. Find that approval of the proposed action is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), because it is a general policy and procedure making 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 a resolution recognizing the State of California Governor's Office of Emergency Services, Form 130, for designation of authorized agents for non -state agencies. 1. Resolution - Authorized Agents for Cal OES Public Assistance Grants 2. Cal OES 130 City of Vernon April 7 2020 NEW BUSINESS 12. Human Resources Agreement for Medicare Group Health Coverage Recommendation: A. Find that the proposed action is exempt under the 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. Approve and authorize the City Administrator to execute the Medicare Advantage Group Agreement between the City of Vernon and Blue Cross of California doing business as Anthem Blue Cross in substantially the same form as submitted, for a total amount of approximately $182,150, for calendar year 2020. 1. Medicare Advantage Group Agreement 2. 2020 Medicare Marketing Presentation 13. City Administration Temporary Emergency Moratorium on Evictions at Commercial Properties Recommendation: A. Find that the proposed action is exempt under the 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 Emergency Ordinance No. 1267 pursuant to Chapter 4.4 of the City Charter, enacting a Temporary Emergency Moratorium on Evictions for renters and owners of commercial properties in the City, and late fee assessments and service shut -offs for rent and utility payments. 1. Emergency Ordinance No. 1267 Page 6 of 9 Regular City Council Meeting Agenda April 07, 2020 14. City Administration Fund Allocation, Eligibility, and Criteria for Vernon CommUNITY Fund Grants Recommendation: A. Find that the action is exempt under the 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. Introduce and conduct first reading of Ordinance No. 1265 amending Article XX of Chapter 2, Sections 2.162 and 2.164 through 2.166, of the Vernon Municipal Code to modify Vernon CommUNITY Fund grant fund allocation, eligibility, and criteria and direct staff to schedule second reading and adoption at the April 21, 2020 Council meeting. 1. Ordinance No. 1265 15. Public Works First Responders Housing Priority Recommendation: A. Find that approval of the proposed Ordinance is categorically exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) review, because it is a continuing administrative activity that will not result in any direct or indirect physical change to the environment, and therefor does not constitute a "project" as defined by CEQA Guidelines section 15378; and B. Introduce and conduct first reading of Ordinance No. 1266 amending Chapter 2, Section 2.125 (b) of the Vernon Municipal Code to delete any reference to a "first responders" priority and direct staff to schedule second reading and adoption at the April 21, 2020 Council meeting. 1. Eliminated Procedures for Tenants under First Responder Priority ADOPTED 09- 09-15 REPEALED 03-11-20 2. Ordinance No. 1266 16. City Administration COVID-19 Emergency Microloan Program Recommendation: A. Find that the proposed action is exempt under the 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. Approve the implementation of the City's COVID-19 Emergency Microloan Program that will offer support to Vernon restaurants with an objective to prevent staff reductions, offset losses related to COVID-19, and sustain operations through the COVID-19 crisis. 1. Vernon COVID-19 Emergency Microloan Fact Sheet 2. Vernon COVID-19 Emergency Microloan Application 3. Vernon COVID-19 Emergency Microloan Agreement Page 7 of 9 Regular City Council Meeting Agenda April 07, 2020 17. City Administration Grant Agreement with AltaMed Health Services Corporation for COVID-19 Screening/Testing Recommendation: A. Find that the proposed action is exempt under the 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. Approve and authorize the City Administrator to execute a Grant Agreement between the City of Vernon and AltaMed Health Services Corporation (AltaMed) in substantially the same form as submitted, for a total amount of $75,000 to support AltaMed's COVID-19 screening/testing services in the Southeast Los Angeles Area. 1. COV-AltaMed Grant Agreement 18. City Administration Jaw Bone Canyon Property in Kern County Recommendation: Hold a discussion and provide direction to staff. 101:7_1NN4101:A&9 City Administrator Reports on Activities and other Announcements City Council Reports on Activities (including AB1234), Announcements, or Directives to Staff Page 8 of 9 Regular City Council Meeting Agenda April 07, 2020 CLOSED SESSION 19. City Attorney CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) Signal Hill v. Central Basin Municipal Water District, et al. Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. 19STCP03882 20. City Attorney PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Government Code Section 54957(b)(1) Title: City Administrator CLOSED SESSION REPORT ADJOURNMENT I hereby certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, that the foregoing agenda was posted in accordance with the applicable legal requirements. Regular and Adjourned Regular meeting agendas may be amended up to 72 hours in advance of the meeting. Dated this 2nd day of April, 2020. By: /s/ Sandra Dolson, Administrative Secretary Page 9 of 9 Regular City Council Meeting Agenda April 07, 2020 Guide to City Council Proceedings Meetings of the City Council are held the first and third Tuesday of each month at 9:00 a.m. and are conducted in accordance with Rosenberg's Rules of Order (Vernon Municipal Code Section 2.1-1). Copies of all agenda items and back-up materials are available for review in the City Clerk Department, Vernon City Hall, 4305 Santa Fe Avenue, Vernon, California, and are available for public inspection during regular business hours, Monday through Thursday, 7:00 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Agenda reports may be reviewed on the City's website at www.citvofvernon.org or copies may be purchased for $0.10 per page. Disability -related services are available to enable persons with a disability to participate in this meeting, consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In compliance with ADA, if you need special assistance, please contact the City Clerk department at CityClerk@ci.vernon.ca.us or (323) 583-8811 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to assure arrangements can be made. The Public Comment portion of the agenda is for members of the public to present items, which are not listed on the agenda but are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. The City Council cannot take action on any item that is not on the agenda but matters raised under Public Comment may be referred to staff or scheduled on a future agenda. Comments are limited to three minutes per speaker unless a different time limit is announced. Speaker slips are available at the entrance to the Council Chamber. Public Hearings are legally noticed hearings. For hearings involving zoning matters, the applicant and appellant will be given 15 minutes to present their position to the City Council. Time may be set aside for rebuttal. All other testimony shall follow the rules as set for under Public Comment. If you challenge any City action in court, you may be limited to raising only those issues you or someone else raised during the public hearing, or in written correspondence delivered to the City Clerk at or prior to the public hearing. Consent Calendar items may be approved by a single motion. If a Council Member or the public wishes to discuss an item, it may be removed from the calendar for individual consideration. Council Members may indicate a negative or abstaining vote on any individual item by so declaring prior to the vote on the motion to adopt the Consent Calendar. Items excluded from the Consent Calendar will be taken up following action on the Consent Calendar. Public speakers shall follow the guidelines as set forth under Public Comment. New Business items are matters appearing before the Council for the first time for formal action. Those wishing to address the Council on New Business items shall follow the guidelines for Public Comment. Closed Session allows the Council to discuss specific matters pursuant to the Brown Act, Government Code Section 54956.9. Based on the advice of the City Attorney, discussion of these matters in open session would prejudice the position of the City. Following Closed Session, the City Attorney will provide an oral report on any reportable matters discussed and actions taken. At the conclusion of Closed Session, the Council may continue any item listed on the Closed Session agenda to the Open Session agenda for discussion or to take formal action as it deems appropriate.