MINUTES. October 09, :30 P.M.

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1 MINUTES CUDAHY CITY COUNCIL REGUAR MEETING and CITY OF CUDAHY AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY and HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CUDAHY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION JOINT MEETING October 09, :30 P.M. 1. CALL TO ORDER Mayor/Chair Member Garcia called the meeting to order at 6:33 p.m. 2. ROLL CALL PRESENT: ALSO PRESENT: Council / Agency Member Markovich Council / Agency Member Sanchez Vice Mayor / Vice Chair Hernandez Mayor / Chair Garcia Council / Agency Member City Manager Jose E. Pulido, Associate Attorney Richard Gonzalez, Deputy City Clerk Richard Iglesias, Assistant City Engineer Aaron Hernandez, and Finance Director Steven Dobrenen 3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by City Manager Jose Pulido. 4. PRESENTATIONS A. Rules of decorum presented by Mayor Chris Garcia, and East Los Angeles County Sheriff s Department Mayor Chris Garcia and Sergeant Bearse presented the rules of decorum. B. Presentation by the Los Angeles County Department of Public Health Dr. Schwartz, representative from the Acute Communicable Disease Control Program spoke in regards to mosquito borne diseases in the City of Cudahy 5. PUBLIC COMMENTS Michele Gessner, thanked City Council for providing funding for senior trips. She also asked City Council to reconsider closing Lugo Park Gym. Agustin Zavala, spoke against Council Members who have allegedly been trying to hijack past City Council meetings. He also spoke in favor of cannabis use. Heidi Balboa, spoke against cannabis dispensaries in the City. She was concerned about the youth s exposure to cannabis. City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 10/09/17 Page 1 of 7

2 Dr. David Sanchez, gave some clarifications in regards to ordinance 673. He also emphasized the importance of the economic opportunities cannabis can bring to the community. Carmen Hernandez, spoke against ordinance 673. She argued that real estate values will decrease if cannabis businesses enter the community. She concluded her comments by stating that the Council is allegedly trying to push its cannabis agenda unto the community. John Serrano, spoke in favor of the City Council. He spoke against an alleged white supremacist group. David Rodriguez, thanked the City manager and staff for negotiating in trying to keep the Lugo Park Gym Open. He also asked why Cudahy Park has been closing earlier as well as remodeling the park s baseball fields. Sergio Mendez, asked the City Council to hire more Municipal Enforcement personnel. He also asked for more information in regards to ordinance 673 as well as more effective marketing for Lugo Gym. Joseph Moreno, spoke against an alleged white supremacist group. He also expressed his perspective on ordinance 673. Felipe Aguirre, thanked the City Council for passing a resolution in regards to excide pollution research and cleanup. He also spoke about the economic benefits cannabis cultivation can bring to the community. Lucia Vargas, spoke against a petition circulating to repeal ordinance 673, and made Council aware that misinformation is being provided to obtain signatures against ordinance 673. Anonymous resident, submitted a letter to be read to City Council. The letter made a former complaint against Council Member Jack. The letter went on to speak against Council Member s alleged fear mongering tactics as well as tendencies to incite the public. It noted the Council member s alleged misinformation campaign in regards to the repeal of Ordinance 673 and it has misled residents to sign the signature. The letter concluded with a request to have Council Member respect the rules of decorum. MAYOR GARCIA DIRECTED STAFF TO SUBMIT THE LETTER FOR THE RECORD IN ITS ENTIRETY. Alex Sanchez, gave thoughts and prayers to victims of Las Vegas shooting. He went on to speak in favor of ordinance 673. He argued that the ordinance s revenue will substantially favor parks and services. Alan Garcia, clarified the differences between marijuana and hemp, and asked the public to inform themselves on the differences between marijuana flower, cannabis plant, and hemp. 6. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Mayor Garcia, commented about an alleged misinformation campaign against ordinance 673. He reminded residents that cannabis is legal, and therefore the City should take advantage of taxing it locally. He went on to clarify that dispensaries will not be allowed in the City, only cannabis cultivation and medicinal cannabis research. He concluded his comments by emphasizing the economic importance of having the ordinance in place by the end of the year, and how it can substantially benefit the City s park. City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 10/09/17 Page 2 of 7

3 Council Member Sanchez, reminded the public that the City currently has a moratorium prohibiting cannabis in place as well as the legality of cultivating cannabis in private property for personal use. He went on to emphasize that the ordinance specifically prohibits dispensaries in the City. He reminded residents that City staff has been working with residents in efforts of keeping Lugo Gym open, asked the City Manager why the park was closed earlier, and thanked City staff and colleagues for participating in the walk to school day. Council Member Markovich, extended his thoughts and prayers to the Las Vegas shooting victims, and explained how he will reach out to representatives in Sacramento, and Washington to see how they can come up with a solution to end gun violence. He went on to also extend his thoughts and prayers to the victims of recent natural disasters. He argued that the Federal Government can do more to help the victims in Puerto Rico. He concluded his comment by highlighting the economic importance of implementing ordinance 673. Vice Mayor Hernandez, reminded residents of the correlation between a Council Member s attendance record aligning with an alleged white supremacist group s attendance record. He went on to clarify misconceptions about ordinance 673, specifically its ban on dispensaries as well as the economic benefits the ordinance will bring and how it can help fund parks and services. He concluded his comments by reminding residents the influx of jobs that will come with cannabis cultivation companies. 7. CITY MANAGER REPORT (information only) 8. REPORTS REGARDING AD HOC, ADVISORY, STANDING OR OTHER COMMITTEE MEETINGS Council Member Sanchez, reported on HUB Cities Consortium. Vincent Sarmiento, Jon Zimmerman, and Glenn Calsada, reported out on behalf of the Economic Development Ad Hoc Committee 9. WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES Recommendation: Approve the Waiver of Full Reading of Resolutions and Ordinances. Motion: It was moved by Vice Mayor Hernandez, and seconded by Council Member Sanchez to waive full text reading of all Resolutions and Ordinances by single motion. 10. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 10A through 10G) A. Approval of the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) for the Month of August 2017 Presented by the Financial Director The City Council is requested to approve the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) Report for the month of August 2017 in the amount of $4,587, Motion: It was moved by Mayor Garcia and seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez to approve the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) Report for the month of August 2017 in the amount of $4,587, The motion carried (4-0-1) by the following roll call vote. City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 10/09/17 Page 3 of 7

4 B. Approval of the City Demands and Payroll Including Cash and Investment Report for the Month of August 2017 Presented by the Finance Director The City Council is requested to approve the Demands and Payroll in the amount of $1,536, including Cash and Investment Report by Fund for the month of August Motion: It was moved by Mayor Garcia, and seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez to approve the Demands and Payroll in the amount of $1,536, including Cash and Investment Report by Fund for the month of August The motion carried (4-0-1) by the following roll call vote. C. Approval of Fiscal Year (FY) 2016 National Transit Database Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority (LACMTA) and the City of Cudahy for Report Year 2014 Presented by Finance Director The City Council is requested to: 1. Approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority (LACMTA) and the City of Cudahy; and 2. Authorize the Mayor to execute the MOU. Motion: It was moved by Mayor Garcia, and seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez to Approve the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority (LACMTA) and the City of Cudahy and authorize the Mayor to execute the MOU. The motion carried (4-0-1) by the following roll call vote. D. Consideration to approve a Second Amendment to the existing Professional Service Agreement (PSA) with MIG to provide additional tasks and services for the preparation of the Cudahy General Plan Update and Development Code Update Presented by City Manager The City Council is requested to: 1. Approve a second Amendment to the Professional Service Agreement (PSA) with MIG to provide additional tasks and services for the continued preparation of the Cudahy General Plan and Development Code Update; and City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 10/09/17 Page 4 of 7

5 2. Authorize the appropriation of an additional $33,470 to be applied in Fiscal Year Motion: It was moved by Mayor Garcia, and seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez to approve a Second Amendment to the existing PSA with MIG and authorize the appropriation of an additional $33,470 to be applied in Fiscal Year The motion carried (3-1-1) by the following roll call vote. Markovich, Hernandez, Garcia Sanchez E. Consideration to Review and Approve the Draft Minutes of September 11, 2017, for the Regular Meeting of the City Council and the Joint Meeting of the City of Cudahy as Successor Agency and Housing Successor Agency to the Cudahy Development Commission Presented by Deputy City Clerk The City Council is requested to review and approve the City Council / Agency Draft minutes for September 11, Motion: It was moved by Mayor Garcia, and seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez to review and approve the City Council / Agency Draft minutes for September 11, The motion carried (3-0-1) by the following roll call vote. Markovich, Hernandez, Garcia Sanchez F. Adoption of Resolution No , Approving the Local Streets and Road Funding Program Project List for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017/18 to comply with the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (SB1 BEALL) Presented by Assistant City Engineer The City Council is requested to adopt Resolution No , approving the Local Streets and Road Funding Program Project List for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017/18 to comply with the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (SB1 BEALL). Motion: It was moved by Mayor Garcia, and seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez to adopt Resolution No , approving the Local Streets and Road Funding Program Project List for Fiscal Year (FY) 2017/18 to comply with the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (SB1 BEALL). The motion carried (4-0-1) by the following roll call vote. G. Adoption of Resolution No Appointing a Member and Alternate to the Governing Board of the Los Angeles Gateway Region Integrated Regional Water Management Joint City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 10/09/17 Page 5 of 7

6 Powers Authority (GWMA) Presented by Assistant City Engineer The City Council is requested to adopt Resolution No , appointing one primary board member and one alternate board member representing the City to the Los Angeles Gateway Region Integrated Regional Water Management Joint Powers Authority (GWMA). Motion: It was moved by Mayor Garcia, and seconded by Vice Mayor Hernandez to adopt Resolution No , appointing one primary board member and one alternate board member representing the City to the Los Angeles Gateway Region Integrated Regional Water Management Joint Powers Authority (GWMA). The motion carried (4-0-1) by the following roll call vote. 11. PUBLIC HEARING A. Public Hearing and Consideration of Approval of an Amendment to the Planning and Entitlement Fee Schedule, Resolution No Presented by City Manager Staff recommends approval of Resolution No , a resolution of the City Council amending the existing development application fees (Planning Entitlement Fee Schedule), effective immediately. It is recommended that the proposed amended fee schedule be posted at City Hall, as well as on the City s website, if it is approved by the City Council. Motion: It was moved by Vice Mayor Hernandez, and seconded by Council Member Markovich to adopt Resolution No , a resolution of the City Council amending the existing development application fees (Planning Entitlement Fee Schedule), effective immediately. It is recommended that the proposed amended fee schedule be posted at City Hall, as well as on the City s website, if it is approved by the City Council. The motion carried (4-0-1) by the following roll call vote. 12. BUSINESS SESSION A. Approval of an MOU between the City of Cudahy and aipod, Inc. to Pursue grant finding for the implementation of an autonomous car in the City Presented by the City Manager It is recommended that the City Council approve a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) (Attachment A) with aipod ( the Company ) to: City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 10/09/17 Page 6 of 7

7 1. Agree to jointly seek finding for a one or two year planning grant that will fund the research and development of an autonomous vehicle ( AV ) transit service concept; 2. Authorize the Mayor, to take any actions necessary and appropriate to carry out the filing of the grant application(s); and 3. Authorize its representatives on the Eco-Rapid Transit Board to request a letter in support of both grants. Motion: It was moved by Council Member Markovich, and seconded by Council Member Sanchez to jointly seek finding for a one or two year planning grant that will fund the research and development of an autonomous vehicle ( AV ) transit service concept, authorize the Mayor to take any actions necessary and appropriate to carry out the filing of the grant application, and authorize its representatives on the Eco-Rapid Transit Board to request a letter in support of both grants. The motion carried (4-0-1) by the following roll call vote. Garcia, Sanchez, Markovich, Hernandez 13. COUNCIL DISCUSSION Council Member Markovich i. Vote calling for the resignation of Ref Rodriguez 14. CLOSED SESSION - NONE 15. ADJOURNMENT The City Council / Agency meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m. Chris Garcia Mayor ATTEST: Richard Iglesias Deputy City Clerk City Council/Successor Agency Minutes of 10/09/17 Page 7 of 7