Call to Order Roll Call of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Arroyo, Gallardo, Quintana, Romero and Saleh
The City Council and the related Authorities and Agencies will recess to closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding the following matters: a) Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation Potential Initiation of litigation pursuant Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): One Case b) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8) Properties: 7020-7030 Atlantic Avenue, Bell CA 90201 Agency negotiators: Paul Philips (Interim City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment c) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8) Properties: 5241 Florence Avenue, Bell CA 90201 Agency negotiators: Paul Philips (Interim City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment d) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8) Properties: 6303, 6317 and 6331 Pine Avenue, Bell CA 90201 Agency negotiators: Paul Philips (Interim City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment e) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8) Properties: 6400 Atlantic Avenue, Bell CA 90201 Agency negotiators: Paul Philips (Interim City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment f) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8) Properties: 4359, 4375, and 4679 ½ Gage Avenue, Bell CA 90201 Agency negotiators: Paul Philips (Interim City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
Reconvene Regular City Council Meeting
Roll Call of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Arroyo, Gallardo, Quintana, Romero and Saleh Pledge of Allegiance
The City Attorney will report out on any action(s) to be taken by the City Council/Agencies on Closed Session matters.
Presentations and Recognitions
Covid-19 Community Response Update
Communications from the Public
This is the time members of the public may address the City Council and related Authorities and Agencies. The public may speak on items that are on the agenda and on non-agenda items that are under the subject matter jurisdiction of City Council and/or its related authorities and agencies.
Mayor and City Council Communications
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 1234, this is the time and place to provide a brief report on meetings, seminars and conferences attended by the Mayor and City Councilmembers.
In this portion of the agenda, the City Manager will provide a brief report on items of interest to the City Council and/or the community.
Discussion and Update on the Florence Avenue Pedestrian Project. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council discuss and provide feedback to the City Engineer on the Florence Avenue Pedestrian Project.
Discussion on Creating a Beautification and Environmental Commission. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council direct staff about the possible formation of an advisory Beautification and Environmental Commission.
Creation of a Public Works Field Supervisor. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2020-69 titled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL APPROVING THE CREATION OF A NEW PUBLIC WORKS FIELD SUPERVISOR POSITION
Exclusive Negotiation Agreement for 6400 Atlantic Avenue. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Exclusive Negotiation (ENA) Agreements with for city-owned properties on 6400 Atlantic Avenue with Renaissance Downtown USA (Developer).
Exclusive Negotiation Agreement for 7030 Atlantic Avenue. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Exclusive Negotiation (ENA) Agreements with for city-owned properties on 7030 Atlantic Avenue with Renaissance Downtown USA (Developer).
Exclusive Negotiation Agreement for 5241 Florence Avenue. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Exclusive Negotiation (ENA) Agreements with for city-owned and Bell Housing Authority properties on 5241 Florence Avenue (Project Site) with Studio G (Developer).
Exclusive Negotiation Agreement for 4349, 4375, and 4679 ½ Gage Avenue and 6303,6317, and 6331 Pine Avenue. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Exclusive Negotiation (ENA) Agreements with for city-owned and Bell Housing Authority properties on 4349, 4375, and 4679 ½ Gage Avenue and 6303, 6317 and 6331 Pine Avenue (Project Site) with City Ventures (Developer).
Exclusive Negotiation & Reimbursement Agreement for Revived Gaming License for Jackpot Card Club: Licensee. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Exclusive Right to Negotiate and Reimbursement Agreement (ENA) with John Park (“Operator”) for a Revived Gaming License for Jackpot Casino under BMC Chapter 5.28 (the “Gaming Ordinance”) and direct that a letter of support to the Gaming Control Commission be sent by the Mayor.
Approve Amendment No. 1 with PM AM Corporation for False Alarm Management Services. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment No. 1 with PM AM Corporation for False Alarm Management Services.
Consideration to Award a Traffic Signal Maintenance Services Contract to Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: 1. Award a Traffic Signal Maintenance Services contract to Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc. for three (3) years and two (2) one (1) year extensions in the amount of $300,000 for three (3) years; and 2. Authorize the Community Services Director to execute change orders for services in the total amount not to exceed $30,000 (ten percent of the total contract amount) for any additional work.
COVID-19 Local Emergency Status Update. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They are acted upon by the City Council and related authorities at one time without discussion. The reading of the full text of ordinances and resolutions will be waived unless a Councilmember requests otherwise. Recommendation: Approve agenda items 12 through 16. 12. General Warrants, Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency and Community Housing Authority Warrants dated December 9, 2020. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Community Housing Authority). 13. It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment No. 6 which changes the total contract sum for Econolite Systems {formerly known as AEGIS ITS, INC.), from $35,000 to $55,000. (Council) 14. Receive and File the Contracts Quarterly Update and Contract Implementation Schedule. (Council) 15. Receive and File the Successor Agency Investment Reports as of October 2020. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency) 16. It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1265 tilted: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL, AMENDING SECTION 17.96.030 OF ARTICLE li OF CHAPTER 17.96 OF THE BELL MUNICIPAL CODE TO ELIMINATE THE CITY'S REGULATIONS REGARDING THE REQUIREMENT FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ON CORNER LOTS IN THE C-3 AND C-3R ZONES Pending Items - None Next Regular Meeting, Wednesday, December 23, 2020
Dec 09, 2020 City Council
Call to Order Roll Call of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Arroyo, Gallardo, Quintana, Romero and Saleh
The City Council and the related Authorities and Agencies will recess to closed session to confer with legal counsel regarding the following matters: a) Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation Potential Initiation of litigation pursuant Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): One Case b) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8) Properties: 7020-7030 Atlantic Avenue, Bell CA 90201 Agency negotiators: Paul Philips (Interim City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment c) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8) Properties: 5241 Florence Avenue, Bell CA 90201 Agency negotiators: Paul Philips (Interim City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment d) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8) Properties: 6303, 6317 and 6331 Pine Avenue, Bell CA 90201 Agency negotiators: Paul Philips (Interim City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment e) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8) Properties: 6400 Atlantic Avenue, Bell CA 90201 Agency negotiators: Paul Philips (Interim City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment f) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8) Properties: 4359, 4375, and 4679 ½ Gage Avenue, Bell CA 90201 Agency negotiators: Paul Philips (Interim City Manager), and Dave Aleshire (City Attorney) Negotiating parties: To be Determined Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment
Reconvene Regular City Council Meeting
Roll Call of the City Council in their capacities as Councilmembers/Members of all Related Agencies: Arroyo, Gallardo, Quintana, Romero and Saleh Pledge of Allegiance
The City Attorney will report out on any action(s) to be taken by the City Council/Agencies on Closed Session matters.
Presentations and Recognitions
Covid-19 Community Response Update
Communications from the Public
This is the time members of the public may address the City Council and related Authorities and Agencies. The public may speak on items that are on the agenda and on non-agenda items that are under the subject matter jurisdiction of City Council and/or its related authorities and agencies.
Mayor and City Council Communications
Pursuant to Assembly Bill 1234, this is the time and place to provide a brief report on meetings, seminars and conferences attended by the Mayor and City Councilmembers.
In this portion of the agenda, the City Manager will provide a brief report on items of interest to the City Council and/or the community.
Discussion and Update on the Florence Avenue Pedestrian Project. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council discuss and provide feedback to the City Engineer on the Florence Avenue Pedestrian Project.
Discussion on Creating a Beautification and Environmental Commission. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council direct staff about the possible formation of an advisory Beautification and Environmental Commission.
Creation of a Public Works Field Supervisor. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2020-69 titled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL APPROVING THE CREATION OF A NEW PUBLIC WORKS FIELD SUPERVISOR POSITION
Exclusive Negotiation Agreement for 6400 Atlantic Avenue. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Exclusive Negotiation (ENA) Agreements with for city-owned properties on 6400 Atlantic Avenue with Renaissance Downtown USA (Developer).
Exclusive Negotiation Agreement for 7030 Atlantic Avenue. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Exclusive Negotiation (ENA) Agreements with for city-owned properties on 7030 Atlantic Avenue with Renaissance Downtown USA (Developer).
Exclusive Negotiation Agreement for 5241 Florence Avenue. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Exclusive Negotiation (ENA) Agreements with for city-owned and Bell Housing Authority properties on 5241 Florence Avenue (Project Site) with Studio G (Developer).
Exclusive Negotiation Agreement for 4349, 4375, and 4679 ½ Gage Avenue and 6303,6317, and 6331 Pine Avenue. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Exclusive Negotiation (ENA) Agreements with for city-owned and Bell Housing Authority properties on 4349, 4375, and 4679 ½ Gage Avenue and 6303, 6317 and 6331 Pine Avenue (Project Site) with City Ventures (Developer).
Exclusive Negotiation & Reimbursement Agreement for Revived Gaming License for Jackpot Card Club: Licensee. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the Exclusive Right to Negotiate and Reimbursement Agreement (ENA) with John Park (“Operator”) for a Revived Gaming License for Jackpot Casino under BMC Chapter 5.28 (the “Gaming Ordinance”) and direct that a letter of support to the Gaming Control Commission be sent by the Mayor.
Approve Amendment No. 1 with PM AM Corporation for False Alarm Management Services. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment No. 1 with PM AM Corporation for False Alarm Management Services.
Consideration to Award a Traffic Signal Maintenance Services Contract to Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: 1. Award a Traffic Signal Maintenance Services contract to Crosstown Electrical & Data, Inc. for three (3) years and two (2) one (1) year extensions in the amount of $300,000 for three (3) years; and 2. Authorize the Community Services Director to execute change orders for services in the total amount not to exceed $30,000 (ten percent of the total contract amount) for any additional work.
COVID-19 Local Emergency Status Update. (Council) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file this report.
The following Consent Calendar items are expected to be routine and non-controversial. They are acted upon by the City Council and related authorities at one time without discussion. The reading of the full text of ordinances and resolutions will be waived unless a Councilmember requests otherwise. Recommendation: Approve agenda items 12 through 16. 12. General Warrants, Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency and Community Housing Authority Warrants dated December 9, 2020. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency/Bell Community Housing Authority). 13. It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment No. 6 which changes the total contract sum for Econolite Systems {formerly known as AEGIS ITS, INC.), from $35,000 to $55,000. (Council) 14. Receive and File the Contracts Quarterly Update and Contract Implementation Schedule. (Council) 15. Receive and File the Successor Agency Investment Reports as of October 2020. (Council/Successor Agency to the Bell Community Redevelopment Agency) 16. It is recommended that the City Council read by title only, waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1265 tilted: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BELL, AMENDING SECTION 17.96.030 OF ARTICLE li OF CHAPTER 17.96 OF THE BELL MUNICIPAL CODE TO ELIMINATE THE CITY'S REGULATIONS REGARDING THE REQUIREMENT FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT ON CORNER LOTS IN THE C-3 AND C-3R ZONES Pending Items - None Next Regular Meeting, Wednesday, December 23, 2020