20050518 Regular City Council Meeting - MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR CITY COUNCIL
MEETING OF THE CITY OF VERNON
HELD MAY 18, 2005, AT 5:00 P.M.
IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBERS OF THE
CITY HALL LOCATED AT 4305 SANTA FE AVENUE,
VERNON, CALIFORNIA
MEMBERS PRESENT: Malburg, Ybarra, Gonzales, Davis, McCormick
MEMBERS ABSENT: None
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Malburg.
The City Clerk advised the City Council that a
Variance request submitted by Golden West Trading, Inc.,
currently occupying a portion of the building located at 3420
Vernon Avenue, from the 2001 California Building Code (CBC),
Chapter 5, Table 5A was brought to his attention after the
agenda was posted, a matter that needs immediate action, and
asked the Council to take a vote to add this matter to the
agenda.
It was moved by McCormick, seconded by Ybarra, that
the Variance request submitted by Golden West Trading, Inc., be
added to the agenda. Motion carried.
The City Clerk advised the Council that after the
agenda was posted he was notified that the total Payroll Warrant
Register No. 587, for accounting period April 2005, had to be
corrected from $3,292,965.06 to $2,297,165.63.
It was moved by Gonzales, seconded by Davis, that the
total for Payroll Warrant Register No. 587, for accounting
period April 2005, be corrected to reflect a total of
$2,297,165.63.
The City Clerk further advised that the request to
approve and execute an Equipment Purchase Contract with Advanced
Electronics in the amount of $61,305.63 should be removed from
the Consent Calendar, and that Resolution No. 8754 approving the
execution of the same Equipment Purchase Contract, should also
be removed from the agenda.
It was moved by Ybarra, seconded by McCormick, to
remove, both, the request to approve and execute and Equipment
Purchase Contract with Advanced Electronics in the amount of
$61,305.63 from the Consent Calendar and Resolution No. 8754
pertaining to the approval and execution of the same contract.
Motion carried.
It was moved by Gonzales, seconded by Ybarra, that the
Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting held May 4, 2005, be
approved and adopted. Motion carried.
Communication from Bruce V. Malkenhorst, City
Administrator/City Clerk, dated May 5, 2005, was presented,
advising that the below listed employees qualified in the month
of April 2005 for a Perfect Attendance Award. This is awarded
to employees on the basis of a minimum of two (2) years of
perfect attendance:
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EMPLOYEE NAME
Glenn Burdick
Matthew Daniels
Dolores Jaunzemis
Eric Anderson
Barry Schoolmeester
Linda Smith
Albert De La Cruz
POSITION
Electronics Technician
Senior Substation Technician
Purchasing Assistant
Utilityman III
Firefighter
Secretary
Utilityman III
DOH
YEARS
01/23/89
2
04/27/98
5
10/10/85
8
04/17/94
11
02/26/90
13
04/29/91
14
04/23/90
15
The Mayor presented the awards to the above listed
employees and extended congratulations on behalf of the entire
City Council.
The following employees were unable to attend the
meeting. The awards were accepted by the respective department
head.
EMPLOYEE NAME
David Muniz
David Soto
Fernando Valenzuela
Fernando Flores
Mario Mendoza
Melody Falvo
Francesco Pirello
Ben Busse
Rose Gonzales
Jerry Winegar
Todd Hewett
Michael Chavez
Michael Hendrickson
Richard Recano
POSITION
DOH
YEARS
Utilityman III
04/23/89
3
Utilityman III
01/18/87
3
Police Officer
04/15/02
3
Utilityman IV
05/25/97
4
Utilityman III
03/16/86
5
Police Secretary
10/28/81
7
Police Officer
08/27/90
8
Sergeant
06/22/90
10
Secretary
08/O1/79
10
Sergeant
01/08/90
10
Fire Captain
06/26/89
13
Sergeant
06/13/85
14
Controls Technician
04/09/90
15
Systems Coordinator II
08/19/84
15
The Mayor called a short recess at 5:10 p.m.
The entire City Council reconvened in regular session,
all members present before the recess again being present, the
time being 5:12 p.m.
Police Department Activity Log for the period
May 1st through 15th 2005, was presented.
It was moved by McCormick, seconded by Davis, that the
Police Department Activity Log for the period May 1st through 15th
2005, be received and filed. Motion carried.
Fire Department Activity Report for the period
May 1st through 15th 2005, was presented.
It was moved by Gonzales, seconded by Ybarra, that the
Fire Department Activity Report for the period May ist through
15th2005, be received and filed. Motion carried.
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Risk Management Report for the month of April 2005,
was presented.
It was moved by Davis, seconded by McCormick, that the
Risk Management Report for the month of April 2005, be received
and filed. Motion carried.
Health Department Report for the month of April 2005,
was presented.
It was moved by Ybarra, seconded by Gonzales, that the
Health Department Report for the month of April 2005, be
received and filed. Motion carried.
The City Clerk announced that now was the time for
anyone in the audience who wished to address the City Council on
any item on the agenda other than with regard to any public
hearings that may be listed.
The Mayor asked if there was anyone in the audience
who wished to address the City Council at this time.
this time.
There was no one wishing to address the Council at
The Consent Calendar was presented.
Community Services & Water Department
Requesting authority for personnel to attend the following:
• "Fundamentals of Inspection Practice" course
• "Collections/Maintenance Seminar"
Police Department
Requesting authority for personnel to attend the following:
• "Labor Management Dispute Update Training" seminar
• "D.U.I. Seminar"
Finance Committee
Final Light & Power Department's Monthly Resource Procurement
Report for the month of January 2005.
Estimated Light & Power Department's Monthly Resource
Procurement Report for the month of March 2005.
Request to approve and execute a Vehicle Purchase Contract with
Wondries Chevrolet for the purchase of three Chevrolet Tahoes,
for the Police Department at an approximate cost of $86,955.00.
Request for a Variance to sell Fireworks for the Vernon Police
Officers' Benefit Association.
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Request to approve the renewal with Decade Software Company from
July 1, 2005 through June 30, 2006, for the Environmental Health
Department at an approximate total cost of $20,930.00.
Request to issue a purchase order to OneSource Distributors for
the purchase of two Ethernet Switches for the Light & Power
Department at an approximate cost of $8,198.96.
Request to approve four (4) computer loan applications.
Request to approve and execute an Equipment Purchase Contract
with Range Systems by Renew Resources, Inc. for the purchase of
429 Accoustic Dura Panels for the Police Department at an
approximate cost of $27,640.00.
Request to approve and execute an agreement with Horizon Air
Measurement Services, Inc. to complete source testing and
Continuous Emissions Monitoring System Certification required
for the Malburg Generating Station at an amount of $51,355.00.
Request to issue a purchase order to NAES/DATASTREAM for the
purchase of one Professional SQL Server License, four
Professional Client Seats, five Runtime Licenses, and twelve
months of support for the Professional SQL Software to be
utilized by the Malburg Generating Station Management Personnel
at an approximate cost of $19,649.54.
Request to issue a purchase order to Identix Incorporated for
the purchase of a biometric device and a one year maintenance
contract for the Police Department at an approximate cost of
$12,562.50.
Request to approve and execute an Equipment Purchase Contract
with Advanced Electronics for the purchase of three satellite
receivers with related equipment and one comparator chassis with
related equipment for the Police Department at an approximate
cost of $61,305.63.
Request to approve and execute an Equipment Purchase Contract
with Motorola for the purchase of eighteen portable digital
radios and related equipment for the Police Department at an
approximate cost of $63,268.00.
Request to approve and execute an Equipment Purchase Contract
with Gacela Group for the purchase of digital recorders and
related equipment for the Police Department at an approximate
cost of $30,264.00.
Request to approve and execute an Equipment Purchase Contract
with France Compressor Products for the purchase of a new
packing system for the Light & Power Department at an
approximate cost of $47,293.13.
Ratification of the execution of Work Authorization No. PM11-05-
007-LP to the Contract with Galliera Inc., dba Trico
Construction in the amount of $71,925.00, utilizing Rhino
Construction as the Subcontractor.
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Ratification of the execution of Work Authorization No. PM12-05-
008-LP to the Contract with Galliera Inc., dba Trico
Construction in the amount of $48,678.00, utilizing Contra Costa
Electric as the Subcontractor.
Ratification of the execution of Work Authorization No. PM13-05-
009-LP to the Contract with Galliera Inc., dba Trico
Construction in the amount of $3,964.00, utilizing Contra Costa
Electric as the Subcontractor.
Ratification of the execution of Work Authorization No. PM14-05-
010-LP to the Contract with Galliera Inc., dba Trico
Construction in the amount of $40,547.00, utilizing Contra Costa
Electric as the Subcontractor.
Ratification of the execution of Work Authorization No. PM15-05-
011-LP to the Contract with Galliera Inc., dba Trico
Construction in the amount of $55,750.00, utilizing Rhino
Construction as the Subcontractor.
Request to issue a purchase order to Crane & Lift for the crane
operator certification for staff of the Community Services &
Water Department at an approximate cost of $11,960.00.
Request to issue a purchase order to Verizon Enterprise
Solutions for a one-year subscription to a Dedicated Internet
Access T-1 Circuit for the Fiber Optic Pilot Program at an
approximate yearly cost of $10,416.00.
Ratification of the execution of the Federal Equitable Sharing
Agreement for the Police Department.
Request to lease a City -owned two -bedroom house located at 3560
E. Vernon Avenue to Eddie Saenz, Jr.
Discussion of electrical rates distributed and supplied by the
City within its boundaries.
Review of proposed 2005-2006 Budget.
Personnel Committee
A. Merit Step Increase
Requesting the Grant of a merit step increase for the below
listed employee(s)
• Miguel Torres, to Police Officer, Step 1
• Kent Stevenson Jr., to Police Officer, Step 1
• Solomon Benudiz, to Police Chief, Step 2
• Steven Towles, to Police Captain, Step 2
• Jerry Chavez Jr., to Sergeant, Step 2
• Daniel Calleros, to Lieutenant, Step 1
• Elizabeth Zepeda, to Utility Clerk, Step 8
• Donald Hurdle, to Foreman, Step 2
• Sean Singletary, Engineering Associate, Step 7
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B. Reimbursement
Requesting authority to reimburse on an individual basis the
below listed employee(s) for the satisfactory completion of
qualified courses
• James Espalin, Fire Department
C. Reclassification
Requesting Employment Reclassification of the below listed
employee(s)
• VSO Jeremy Cross to Police Officer, Step 5, contingent upon
the execution of a thirty-six (36) month employment
agreement effective May 29, 2005
D. Resignation
Requesting acceptance of the resignation from the below listed
employee(s)
• Gina Trujillo, Dispatcher
It was moved by McCormick, seconded by Gonzales, that
all the matters on the Consent Calendar be approved with the
exception of the request to approve and execute an Equipment
Purchase Contract with Advanced Electronics in the amount of
$61,305.63. Motion carried.
The City Clerk announced that it was the time to add
the Variance request submitted by Golden West Trading, Inc.
It was moved by Gonzales, seconded by Davis, that the
Variance request be added to the agenda at this time. Motion
carried.
The Director of Community Services & Water briefly
reviewed the staff report for the City Council and demonstrated
a slide presentation.
Communication from Bruce V. Malkenhorst, City
Administrator/City Clerk, dated May 12, 2005, was presented,
advising that Golden West Trading, Inc., a meat processing/cold
storage company, is currently occupying a portion of the
building located at 3420 Vernon Avenue. 3450 Vernon, LLC is
proposing to construct a new 40,000 square foot building at 3450
Vernon Avenue and will adjoin the building located at 3420
Vernon Avenue. Golden West Trading, Inc. will also be occupying
the building located at 3450 Vernon Avenue, once its
constructed. The new processing building will support their
existing freezer building. Golden West Trading, Inc. is
requesting a building code variance from the 2001 California
Building Code (CBC), Chapter 5, Table 5A "Exterior Wall and
Opening Protection based on location on property for all
construction types" it states that openings in exterior walls
are allowed within five (5) feet of the property line. Golden
West Trading, Inc. is proposing to provide direct access between
the two buildings constructed along a common property line by
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constructing one (1) protected door opening measuring 10' x 8'
in the adjoining walls of the two buildings.
By applying for this variance, if granted, Golden West Trading,
Inc. will improve productivity and reduce the amount of truck
traffic by providing direct access from one building to the
other. The two property owners, P&0 Cold Logistics and 3450
Vernon, LLC have approved the construction of the opening.
Submitted herewith is the staff report dated May 11, 2005.
It is hereby recommended that the Variance be granted with the
following conditions:
1. A three-hour fire rated door assembly shall be provided at
each opening in the property line wall. The door shall have
fusible links on both sides.
2. Upon any change in occupancy, ownership or use, under a
building permit the door shall be removed and the wall
shall be reconstructed to provide a four-hour rating.
3. All on -site construction or improvements shall be in
compliance with the 2001 California Building Codes
(Building, Fire, Mechanical, plumbing and Electrical). The
proponent shall obtain all necessary building, fire,
mechanical, plumbing, and electrical permits from the City
of Vernon Community Services Department prior to
commencement of construction.
The Mayor asked if there were any questions on this
matter at this time.
There were no questions at this time.
It was moved by Gonzales, seconded by McCormick, that
the aforementioned communication presented by City
Administrator/City Clerk, dated May 12, 2005, be received and
filed and his recommendation approved. Motion carried.
Communication from Kevin Wilson, Director of Community
Services & Water, dated May 10, 2005, was presented, advising
that the bids for Contract No. 589, the Roof Replacement of
Various City Structures, were received and opened on May 10,
2005, and the results are as follows:
• Best Roofing & Waterproofing, Inc.
dba Best Contracting Services, Inc. $31,883.00
• SCR Group, Inc. dba
Southern California Roofing Company $63,200.00
The bids have been reviewed by staff and it is hereby
recommended that Contract No. 589 be awarded to Best Contracting
Services, Inc. in the amount of $31,883.00.
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It was moved by Ybarra, seconded by Davis, that the
aforementioned communication presented by the City
Administrator/City Clerk, on behalf of the Director of Community
Services & Water, dated May 10, 2005, be received and filed and
his recommendation approved. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 8739 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Accepting the Bid of Best Roofing &
Waterproofing, Inc. dba Best Contracting Services for the
Roofing Replacement of Various City Structures in Accordance
with Contract No. 589 of the City of Vernon and Approving the
Execution of Said Contract, was presented.
It was moved by McCormick, seconded by Gonzales, that
Resolution No. 8739 be approved and adopted. Motion carried.
Communication from Bruce V. Malkenhorst, City
Administrator/City Clerk, dated May 11, 2005, was presented,
advising that on April 27, 2005, this legislative body approved
Resolution No. 8732, setting the time and place for regular
meetings of the Public Benefits Resource Committee and amending
Resolution No. 8365.
This has been further reviewed by the City Attorney and it is
hereby recommended that Resolution No. 8732 be repealed and
Resolution No. 8740 be approved and adopted.
It was moved by Davis, seconded by Ybarra, that the
aforementioned communication presented by the City
Administrator/City Clerk, dated May 11, 2005, be received and
filed and his recommendation approved. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 8740 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Amending Resolution No. 8365 Which Set the
Time and Place for Regular Meetings of the Public Benefits
Resource Committee of the City of Vernon and Repealing
Resolution No. 8732, was presented.
It was moved by Gonzales, seconded by McCormick, that
Resolution No. 8740 be approved and adopted. Motion carried.
Communication from Bruce V. Malkenhorst, City
Administrator/City Clerk, dated May 11, 2005, was presented,
advising that on April 27, 2005, this legislative body approved
Resolution No. 8731, setting the time and place for regular
meetings of certain committees and commissions of the City and
amending Resolution No. 7682.
This has been further reviewed by the City Attorney and it is
hereby recommended that Resolution No. 8731 be repealed and
Resolution No. 8741 be approved and adopted.
It was moved by Ybarra, seconded by Davis, that the
aforementioned communication presented by the City
Administrator/City Clerk dated May 11, 2005, be received and
filed and his recommendation approved. Motion carried.
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RESOLUTION NO. 8741 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Amending Resolution No. 7682 Which Set the
Time and Place for Regular Meetings of Certain Committees and
Commissions of the City of Vernon and Repealing Resolution No.
8731, was presented.
It was moved by McCormick, seconded by Gonzales, that
Resolution No. 8741 be approved and adopted. Motion carried.
Communication from Bruce V. Malkenhorst, City
Administrator/City Clerk, dated May 10, 2005, was presented,
advising that the Director of Environmental Health is requesting
that the Non -Exclusive Franchise Agreement with BZ Disposal
Services be transferred to Edco Waste Services, in accordance
with Section 7.5 of said agreement. Edco has submitted the
required documentation and is current on all fees that were owed
by BZ Disposal.
This has been reviewed by the City Attorney and it is hereby
recommended that the transfer of the Non -Exclusive Franchise
Agreement from BZ Disposal Services to Edco Waste Services be
approved and the Official Transfer of Franchise forms be
executed.
It was moved by Gonzales, seconded by Ybarra, that the
aforementioned communication presented by the City
Administrator/City Clerk, dated May 10, 2005, be received and
filed and his recommendation approved. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 8742 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Approving and Authorizing the Execution of
a Transfer of the Solid Waste Franchise Agreement By and Between
the City of Vernon and BZ Disposal Services, Inc. to Edco Waste
Services LLC, was presented.
It was moved by McCormick, seconded by Davis, that
Resolution No. 8742 be approved and adopted. Motion carried.
Communication from Bruce V. Malkenhorst, City
Administrator/City Clerk, dated May 11, 2005, was presented,
advising that based on the recent review of the agreement with
Marelich Mechanical Company, Inc., dba University Marelich
Mechanical & Galliera, Inc., dba Trico Construction ("UMM/T"),
it is necessary that said agreement be amended to include
various change orders totaling $512,239.00, of which $145,254.00
will be recovered from Alstom for back charges.
This has been reviewed by the City Attorney and it is hereby
recommended that the Thirteenth Amendment to the agreement with
UMM/T be approved and executed.
It was moved by Ybarra, seconded by Gonzales, that the
aforementioned communication presented by the City
Administrator/City Clerk, dated May 11, 2005, be received and
filed and his recommendation approved. Motion carried.
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RESOLUTION NO. 8743 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Approving and Authorizing the Execution of
a Thirteenth Amendment to Contract for Procurement, Construction
and Startup By and Between the City of Vernon and Marelich
Mechanical Co., Inc., dba University Marelich Mechanical &
Galliera, Inc., dba Trico Construction for the Malburg
Generating Station Project, was presented.
It was moved by McCormick, seconded by Davis, that
Resolution No. 8743 be approved and adopted. Motion carried.
The City Clerk advised that the following resolution
should be removed from the agenda.
RESOLUTION NO. 8744 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Approving and Authorizing the Execution of
an Amendment No. One to Agreement for Malburg Generating Station
Project Director Consulting Services By and Between the City of
Vernon and Samuel W. Grossman.
It was moved by Ybarra, seconded by Davis, that
Resolution No. 8744 be removed from the agenda and no further
action be taken at this time. Motion carried.
Communication from Bruce V. Malkenhorst, City
Administrator/City Clerk, dated May 16, 2005, was presented,
advising that the Light & Power Department has conducted a
review of energy costs for the current fiscal year and has
estimated a 17% increase for the year. The Bulk Power Division
forecasts that future prices of energy will not decrease over
the short term.
This has been reviewed by the City Attorney and it is hereby
recommended that electric rate schedules be increased by 4.7% to
allow the City to stay competitive with SCE and LADWP.
It was moved by Gonzales, seconded by Ybarra, that the
aforementioned communication presented by the City
Administrator/City Clerk, dated May 16, 2005, be approved and
adopted. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 8746 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Amending Rate Schedules D, GS-1, GS-2, LS-
1, LS-2, OL-1, PA-1, PA-2, PA-TOU, TC-1, TOU-G, TOU-I and TOU-V
Regarding Electrical Rates to be Charged for Electrical Energy
Distributed and Supplied by the City Within Its Boundaries, was
presented.
It was moved by Davis, seconded by McCormick, that
Resolution No. 8746 be approved and adopted. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 8747 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Approving and Ratifying the Execution of a
Federal Equitable Sharing Agreement with the U.S. Department of
Justice and Department of the Treasury Enabling Vernon to
Continue to Receive Federal Asset Forfeiture Funds, was
presented.
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It was moved by Ybarra, seconded by Gonzales, that
Resolution No. 8747 be approved and adopted. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 8748 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Accepting the Bid of Wondries Fleet Group
on Bid No. 1439 for the Purchase of Three 2005 Chevrolet Tahoes
for the Police Department and Approving and Authorizing the
Execution of a Vehicle Purchase Contract and the Issuance of a
Purchase Order Respecting Said Bid, was presented.
It was moved by Gonzales, seconded by Davis, that
Resolution No. 8748 be approved and adopted. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 8749 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Approving and Authorizing the Execution of
an Equipment Purchase Contract By and Between the City of Vernon
And Motorola, Inc. for Radios for the Police Department, was
presented.
It was moved by Ybarra, seconded by McCormick, that
Resolution No. 8749 be approved and adopted. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 8750 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Approving and Authorizing the Execution of
a Product Purchase Contract By and Between the City of Vernon
and Renew Resources, Inc. dba Range Systems By Renew Resources,
Inc., was presented.
It was moved by Gonzales, seconded by Davis, that
Resolution No. 8750 be approved and adopted. Motion carried.
Communication from Bruce V. Malkenhorst, City
Administrator/City Clerk, dated May 12, 2005, was presented,
advising that the Community Services & Water Department is
seeking permission to solicit Request for Proposals from
qualified firms to prepare an Urban Water Management Plan
(UWMP). The Urban Water Management Planning Act requires water
suppliers to adopt a complete UWMP and submit it to the
Department of Water Resources (DWR) for review of eligibility
for drought assistance. The 2005 UWMP's are due on December 31,
2005. Funds have been specifically budgeted for this project as
it is anticipated to begin after July of 2005.
This has been reviewed by the City Attorney and it is hereby
recommended that authorization be granted to the Community
Services & Water Department to issue Request for Proposals for
said work.
It was moved by Davis, seconded by McCormick, that the
aforementioned communication presented by the City
Administrator/City Clerk, dated May 12, 2005, be received and
filed and his recommendation approved. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 8751 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Authorizing the Issuance of Request for
Proposal for the Preparation of a Urban Water Management Plan
for the City of Vernon, was presented.
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It was moved by Ybarra, seconded by Gonzales, that
Resolution No. 8751 be approved and adopted. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 8752 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Approving and Authorizing the Execution of
a Product Purchase Contract By and Between the City of Vernon
and France Compressor Products for Engine Packing System for
Light and Power Department, was presented.
It was moved by Gonzales, seconded by Davis, that
Resolution No. 8752 be approved and adopted. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 8753 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Approving and Authorizing the Execution of
a Services Agreement By and Between the City of Vernon and
Horizon Air Measurement Services, Inc. Relating to Source
Testing and GEMS Certification at the Malburg Generating
Station, was presented.
It was moved by Ybarra, seconded by McCormick, that
Resolution No. 8753 be approved and adopted. Motion carried.
The City Clerk advised that the following resolution
should be removed from the agenda.
RESOLUTION NO. 8754 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Approving and Authorizing the Execution of
an Equipment Purchase and Services Contract By and Between the
City of Vernon and Advanced Electronics for Radio Receivers and
Related Equipment for Police Department.
It was moved by Davis, seconded by Gonzales, that
Resolution No. 8754 be removed from the agenda and no further
action be taken at this time. Motion carried.
RESOLUTION NO. 8755 - A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Vernon Approving and Authorizing the Execution of
an Equipment Purchase and Services Contract By and Between the
City of Vernon and Gacela Group for Digital Voice Recorders for
Police Department, was presented.
It was moved by Ybarra, seconded by McCormick, that
Resolution No. 8755 be approved and adopted. Motion carried.
Warrant Register No. 1164 covering claims and demands
presented during the period of April 28 through May 11, 2005,
drawn on Bank of America totaling $1,219,428.71, which includes
Demand Nos. 305902 through 306168 (inclusive), and also
excluding Void Demand Nos. as listed below. (Accounting period
May 2005) :
305957 305990 305991 305992 305993 305994
305995
It was moved by Davis, seconded by Gonzales, that
Warrant Register No. 1164 be approved and payment authorized for
claims and demands totaling $1,219,428.71. Motion carried.
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Light & Power of the City of Vernon Warrant Register
No. 129 covering claims and demands presented during the period
of April 28 through May 11, 2005, drawn on Bank of America
totaling $6,283,644.47, which includes Demand Nos. 501504
through 501568 (inclusive), and also excluding Void Demand Nos.
as listed below. (Accounting period May 2005):
501530 501531 501532 501533 501534 501535
It was moved by Ybarra, seconded by McCormick, that
the Light & Power of the City of Vernon Warrant Register No. 129
be approved and payment authorized for claims and demands
totaling $6,283,644.47. Motion carried. Councilman Davis
abstained from voting and disqualified himself because it is
reasonable foreseeable that his decision may have a material
financial effect on his source of income.
Payroll Warrant Register No. 587 covering claims and
demands presented during the period of March 20 through April
16, 2005, drawn on Bank of America totaling $3,292,965.06
$2,297,165.63, which includes Demand Nos. 8777 through 8792
(inclusive), with no voids. (Accounting period April 2005)
It was moved by Gonzales, seconded by Ybarra, that
Payroll Warrant Register No. 587, for accounting period April
2005, be approved in the corrected amount of $2,297,165.63.
Motion carried.
Ratification of City of Vernon Requisitions from 2004
Series C Construction Fund covering claims and demands presented
during the period of April 28 through May 11, 2005, drawn on the
Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A. totaling $4,160,498.62,
which includes Requisition Nos. 121 through 137 (inclusive).
It was moved by McCormick, seconded by Davis, that the
City of Vernon Requisitions from the 2004 Series C Construction
Fund and the payment of claims and demands totaling
$4,160,498.62 be ratified. Motion carried.
Ratification of City of Vernon Requisitions from Light
& Power Custody Escrow Account No. 800452 covering claims and
demands presented during the period of April 28 through May 11,
2005, drawn on The Bank of New York Trust Company, N.A. totaling
$427,897.09, which includes Requisition Nos. CE120 through CE125
(inclusive).
It was moved by Ybarra, seconded by Gonzales, that the
City of Vernon Requisitions from the Light & Power Custody
Escrow Account No. 800452 and the payment of claims and demands
totaling $427,897.09 be ratified. Motion carried.
The City Clerk announced that now was the time to go
into closed session.
It was moved by Ybarra, seconded by Davis, that the
City Council go into closed session, the time being 5:48 p.m.
Motion carried.
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May 18, 2005
Everyone was excluded from closed session with the
exception of the City Administrator, City Attorney, staff from
the City Attorney's Office, and outside legal counsel of the
City.
The Mayor ordered all communications to and from
closed session deemed privileged and confidential.
It was moved by Gonzales, seconded by McCormick, that
the City Council go out of closed session and resume regular
session, the time being 5:55 p.m. Motion carried.
It was reported out that the City Council had a
conference in closed session with legal counsel pursuant to
subdivision (a) of Government Code Section 54956.9 with respect
to existing litigation, FERC Docket Nos. EL00-95 and EL00-98,
and that authorization was given to the City Attorney to act on
behalf of the City on these matters.
It was reported out that the City Council had a
conference in closed session with legal counsel pursuant to
subdivision (b) of Government Code Section 54956.9 with respect
to anticipated litigation and that authority was given to the
City attorney to accept on behalf of the City the claim
submitted by Rodriguera.
There being no further business to come before the
City Council at this time, it was moved by McCormick, seconded
by Ybarra, that the meeting be adjourned, the time being 5:57
p.m. Motion carried.
ATTEST:
Bruce V. Malkenhorst
City Clerk
nis C. Mal`bu� f
Mayor
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