06/25/2024 - Council Minutes - REVISEDMINUTES
City of Orange
City Council
June 25, 2024
The City Council of the City of Orange, California convened on Tuesday, June 25, 2024, at
6:00 p.m. in a Regular Meeting in the Council Chamber, 300 E. Chapman Avenue, Orange,
California.
Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54953(b), Councilmember Gyllenhammer
participated in this meeting via teleconference from Grand Hyatt Nashville, 1000 Broadway,
Grand Club Meeting Room, Nashville, TN 37203. A copy of the agenda was posted at this
location.
6:00 PM REGULAR SESSION
1. OPENING/CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Slater called the meeting to order at 6:01 p.m.
1.1 INVOCATION
Given by Pastor Gabe Saldivar from Life Church of Orange.
1.2 PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Councilmember Denis Bilodeau.
1.3 ROLL CALL
Councilmember Gyllenhammer participated via teleconference.
Present: Barrios, Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Absent: None
1.4 PRESENTATIONS/ANNOUNCEMENTS
County of Orange Gun Buyback Event Certificate of Appreciation presentation to
Orange Police Department was moved to the July 23, 2024, Regular City Council
meeting due to a scheduling conflict.
1.5 REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION ACTIONS
None
2. PUBLIC COMMENTS
Public Speakers:
Carole Walters encouraged the City to promote all businesses in town that support
community programs.
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James Kushon, on behalf of the Orange Dog Park Association, donated $200 to
Orange Police Department K9 program.
Michael Fischer spoke in support of Council's action denying Appeal No. 0566-24 at
the June 5, 2024, Special meeting.
Written Public Comment
Janice Brownfield emailed about Orange County's Climate Action Plan.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
All items on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and are enacted by one
motion approving the recommended action listed on the Agenda. Any member of the
City Council, staff, or the public may request an item be removed from the Consent
Calendar for discussion or separate action. Unless otherwise specified in the request to
remove an item from the Consent Calendar, all items removed shall be considered
immediately following action on the remaining items on the Consent Calendar.
3.1. Waive reading in full of all ordinances on the Agenda.
ACTION: Approved.
3.2. Approval of minutes of the City of Orange City Council Regular Meeting held on
May 28, 2024; and Special Meeting held on June 5, 2024.
ACTION: Approved minutes as presented.
3.3. Agreement with Bio Aquatics Lake Management LLC for lake, pond, and stream
maintenance services at Eisenhower Park.
Item 3.3 was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration by
Councilmember Dumitru.
Staff responded to Council's questions about turning off the stream and emptying the
lake to eliminate the ongoing maintenance cost citing safety concerns and unintended
environmental impacts to local wildlife.
A motion was made by Councilmember Bilodeau, seconded by Mayor Slater, to
approve a four-year agreement with Bio Aquatics Lake Management LLC in an amount
not to exceed $164,285 for lake, pond, and stream maintenance services; and
authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
During further discussion, Mayor pro tern Barrios requested to amend the motion to
approve the agreement for one year. Councilmember Bilodeau and Mayor Slater
accepted the amendment.
ACTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Bilodeau, seconded by Mayor Slater,
to approve a one-year agreement with Bio Aquatics Lake Management LLC for lake,
pond, and stream maintenance services; and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute on behalf of the City. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Barrios, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, and Slater
Noes: Dumitru
Absent: Gyllenhammer
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3.4. Agreement with Intratek Computer, Inc. for helpdesk and desktop technical
support.
Item 3.4 was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration by
Councilmember Gyllenhammer.
Staff summarized what services were included in the proposed agreement.
ACTION: A motion was made by Mayor pro tem Barrios, seconded by Councilmember
Dumitru, to approve a one-year agreement with Intratek Computer, Inc. in the amount
of $344,413.56 for helpdesk and desktop technical support services; and authorized
the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City. The motion carried by the
following vote:
Ayes: Barrios, Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Noes: None
Absent: None
3.5. First Amendment to Agreement with KOA Corporation for On-Call Traffic
Engineering Services and Plan Review.
ACTION: Approved the amendment to agreement with KOA Corporation for On-Call
Traffic Engineering Services and Plan Review; and authorized the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute on behalf of the City.
3.6. Appropriation of $18,097 in State of California Office of Emergency Services
funding received.
Note: Councilmember Dumitru abstained due to a potential conflict with employment.
ACTION: 1) Accepted into the City's General Fund (100) revenue budget $18,097 in
designated funding from the State of California Office of Emergency Services to:
100.4031.48218.40321 CalOES - Medical Examinations
2)Authorized the appropriation of$18,097 into General Fund (100):
100.4031.51640.00000 Contractual Services - Medical
3.7. Appropriation of $85,855.93 in designated Public Safety Realignment/Assembly
Bill 109 funding received from the County of Orange.
ACTION: 1) Accepted into the City's General Fund (100) revenue budget an
85,855.93 deposit from the County of Orange to:
100.4031.45495.20159 Other Grant Revenue-Post Release Community Supervision
2)Authorized the appropriation of$85,855.93 into General Fund (100):
100.4031.50221.20159 Overtime - Post Release Community Supervision
3.8. Appropriation of $109,530.60 in donations and revenue from the Community
Partnership Program, Recreation class programs, Military Banners, and
Community Garden plot fees.
ACTION: 1) Accepted into the City's General Fund (100) revenue budget $109,530.60
in Recreation class revenue, garden plot fees, Military Banner donations, and special
event donations through the Community Partnership Program to:
100.7001.46540.00000 Recreation Classes $ 72,705.30
100.7001.44210.20227 Garden Plot Fees $ 3,825.00
100.7001.48390.20054 Military Banner Program $ 3,000.30
100.7015.48390.20543 Donations -2024 Special Event 30,000.00
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2)Authorized the appropriation of$57,413.01 to General Fund (100):
100.7011.51670.00000 Other Prof. & Consulting Services 50,893.71
100.7001.51700.20227 Garden Plots $ 3,519.00
100.7001.51780.20054 Military Banner Program $ 3,000.30
3.9. Award of Contract to CEM Construction Corporation for Annual Sewer
Replacement/Maintenance Fiscal Year 2023-2024; Bid No. 23-24.35 (S-250).
Item 3.9 was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration by
Councilmember Dumitru.
Staff clarified that funds being used to pay for this contract are not from General Fund.
ACTION: A motion was made by Councilmember Dumitru, seconded by
Councilmember Tavoularis, to approve the contract with CEM Construction Corporation
in the total amount of $2,287,087, representing an original bid amount of $2,079,170,
plus a 10% contingency of $207,917, for Annual Sewer Replacement/Maintenance
Fiscal Year 2023-2024; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of
the City. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Barrios, Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, and Slater
Noes: None
Absent: Gyllenhammer
3.10. Second Reading and adoption of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of
Orange deleting Chapter 10.30 of the Orange Municipal Code (Parking
Requirements) and adopting a new Chapter 10.30. Ordinance No. 12-24.
Note: Councilmember Bilodeau registered a no vote.
ACTION: Adopted Ordinance No. 12-24.
3.11. Authorize purchase of materials and supplies for water maintenance operations
from various vendors.
ACTION: Approved purchase orders for miscellaneous materials and supplies for a
total amount of$1,295,000.
3.12. Authorize purchase of computer monitors from CPAC, Inc.
Item 3.12 was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration by
Mayor Slater.
Staff responded to Council's questions regarding the number of monitors being
purchased and consequences, if any, if the money is not spent. Council discussed
continuing the item until staff receives clarification from Bond Counsel.
ACTION: A motion was made by Mayor Slater, seconded by Councilmember Bilodeau,
to continue the item until staff receives a response from Bond Counsel. The motion
carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Dumitru, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Noes: Barrios, and Tavoularis
Absent: None
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3.13. Authorize purchase of medical supplies from Life-Assist, Inc. under the National
Purchasing Partners cooperative contract No. PS20180 with League of Oregon
Cities for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.
ACTION: Approved the purchase of medical supplies and medications from Life-Assist,
Inc. in an amount of$318,500 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.
3.14. Authorize purchase of Fire Department uniforms, wildland safety gear and
accessories for LineGear Fire & Rescue Equipment under the General Service
Administration Contract number GS-07F-9246S for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.
ACTION: Approved the purchase of Fire Department uniforms, wildland safety gear,
and accessories from LineGear Fire & Rescue Equipment in the amount of $167,000
for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.
3.15. Authorize the purchase of safety gear and associated equipment from L.N. Curtis
Sons under Sourcewell Cooperative Agreement numbers 020124-LNC and
010424-LNC for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.
ACTION: Approved the purchase of fire suppression safety gear and equipment with
L.N. Curtis & Sons in the amount of$40,000 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.
3.16. Authorize purchase of turnout safety gear and associated fire safety equipment
from Allstar Fire Equipment under the Sourcewell cooperative purchasing
agreement number 010424-LI0 for Fiscal Year 2024-2025.
ACTION: Approved the purchase of fire suppression turnout safety gear and
equipment from Allstar Fire Equipment in the amount of $149,000 for Fiscal Year
2024-2025.
3.17. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange amending the Master
Schedule of Fees and Charges to adjust Ground Ambulance Transportation
Rates. Resolution No. 11556.
ACTION: Adopted Resolution No. 11556. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Orange amending the Master Schedule of Fees and Charges to adjust Emergency
Medical Services and Ground Ambulance Transportation Rates.
3.18. City of Orange Conflict of Interest Code amendment. Resolution No 11558.
ACTION: Adopted Resolution No. 11558. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Orange adopting an amended Conflict of Interest Code pursuant to the Political Reform
Act of 1974.
3.19. Annual review and approval of the Statement of Investment Policy for Fiscal Year
2024-25. Resolution No. 11563.
ACTION: Adopted Resolution No. 11563. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Orange rescinding Resolution No. 11469 and approving and adopting a Statement of
Investment Policy for Fiscal Year 2024-25.
Approval of the Consent Calendar
Items 3.3, 3.4, 3.9, and 3.12 were removed from the Consent Calendar and heard
separately. Councilmember Bilodeau registered a no vote on Item 3.10.
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Councilmember Dumitru abstained from Item 3.6. All other items were approved as
recommended.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez, seconded by Councilmember
Tavoularis, to approve the Consent Calendar as recommended. The motion carried by
the following vote:
Ayes: Barrios, Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Noes: None
Absent: None
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
4. REPORTS FROM MAYOR SLATER
None
5. REPORTS FROM COUNCILMEMBERS
5.1. Highlight Local Business (Gutierrez)
Councilmember Gutierrez highlighted the following local business: Friendly Donuts.
6. AB 1234 REPORTS
None
7. REPORTS FROM BOARDS, COMMITTEES, AND COMMISSIONS
7.1. Appointment to the Planning Commission, Design Review Committee, and Traffic
Commission.
A motion was made by Councilmember Tavoularis, seconded by Councilmember
Dumitru, to appoint Isaiah Leslie to the Planning Commission to fill an unexpired term
ending on June 30, 2027; Michael Lopez to the Design Review Committee for a
four-year term beginning on July 1, 2024, and ending on June 30, 2028; and Sean
Chavarria to the Traffic Commission for a four-year term beginning on July 1, 2024 and
ending on June 30, 2028. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Barrios, Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Noes: None
Absent: None
8. REPORTS FROM CITY MANAGER
8.1. Presentation of Experience Orange shop local rewards program.
Economic Development Manager Aaron Schulze and Orange Chamber of Commerce
Executive Director Elizabeth Holloman provided a brief presentation introducing the
shop local rewards program.
The presentation was received and filed.
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9. PUBLIC HEARINGS
9.1. Public Hearing to consider introduction and First Reading of Ordinance No.16-24
approving a First Amendment to Development Agreement with Chapman Orange
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Holdings, LLC.
Economic Development Manager Schulze provided the staff report and answered
Council's questions.
Mayor Slater opened the Public Hearing at 6:45 p.m.
Written Public Comment
Jordan Sisson, UNITE HERE Local 11, submitted an email opposing approval of the
item.
Mayor Slater closed the Public Hearing at 6:45 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Dumitru, seconded by Mayor pro tern Barrios,
to:
1) Introduce and conduct First Reading of Ordinance No. 16-24. An Ordinance of the
City Council of the City of Orange approving a First Amendment to Development
Agreement No. 7204 by and between the City of Orange and Chapman Orange
Holdings, LLC, a California Limited Liability Company.
2) Authorize the City Manager to execute a non-exclusive license in conformance with
the provisions in Section 6.3 of the amended Development Agreement No. 7204.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Barrios, Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, and Slater
Noes: None
Absent: Gyllenhammer
9.2. Public Hearing to consider introduction and First Reading of Ordinance No. 20-24
updating Accessory Dwelling Unit provisions of the Orange Municipal Code, and
finding of CEQA exemption.
Mayor Slater opened the Public Hearing at 6:49 p.m.
Written Public Comment
The California Housing Defense Fund submitted a letter opposing approval of the
proposed ordinance.
Mayor Slater closed the Public Hearing at 6:49 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez, seconded by Councilmember
Dumitru, to:
1) Introduce and conduct First Reading of Ordinance No. 20-24. An Ordinance of the
City Council of the City of Orange amending Title 17 of the Orange Municipal Code
updating accessory dwelling unit provisions of the Orange Municipal Code in response
to changes in state law and guidance from the Department of Housing and Community
Development.
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2) Find that the ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act
CEQA) pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.17 and Title 14, California
Code of Regulations Section 15282(h).
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Noes: Barrios
Absent: None
9.3. Public Hearing to consider introduction and First Reading of Ordinance No. 18-24
Amending Title 17 of the Orange Municipal Code to add a provision related to
director interpretations, city exemption from the Zoning Ordinance, tie votes, and
to amend the appeal and time extension provisions.
Mayor Slater opened the Public Hearing at 6:54 p.m.; there being no speakers, Mayor
Slater closed the Public Hearing at 6:54 p.m.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez, seconded by Mayor pro tem Barrios,
to introduce and conduct First Reading of Ordinance No. 18.24. An Ordinance of the
City Council of the City of Orange Amending Title 17 of the Orange Municipal Code to
add provisions related to director interpretations, City exemption from the Zoning Code,
tie votes, and amending the Zoning Ordinance's appeal and time extension provisions.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Barrios, Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Noes: None
Absent: None
9.4. Public Hearing to consider introduction and First Reading of Ordinance No. 19-24
amending Chapter 17.44 of the Orange Municipal Code providing a mechanism
for the transfer of development rights, and finding that the ordinance has already
been addressed in the scope of the City of Orange General Plan EIR and is also
exempt from CEQA.
Mayor Slater opened the Public Hearing at 7:04 p.m.
Public Speakers:
Greg Baker spoke in support of small open spaces and parks within the City.
Rudy Murrietta had questions about the expiration date of TDR credits and restrictions
on the parcels that are rezoned.
Alan Kinkaid spoke in support of approving the ordinance.
Shirley Grindle spoke in support of approving the ordinance.
Written Public Comment
Orange Park Association submitted a letter in support of approving the ordinance.
Mayor Slater closed the Public Hearing at 7:10 p.m.
During deliberation, Councilmember Gutierrez requested to add areas that are
currently zoned sand and gravel to the ordinance.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez, seconded by Mayor pro tem Barrios,
to:
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1) Introduce and conduct First Reading of amended Ordinance No. 19-24 with addition
of areas that are currently zoned sand & gravel. An ordinance of the City Council of the
City of Orange amending Chapter 17.44 of the Orange Municipal Code adding a new
Section 17.44.210 to establish a mechanism for the transfer of development rights for
purposes of creating opportunities for housing, open space, and trails.
2) Find the ordinance is within the scope of the previously approved Final Program
Environmental Impact Report (EIR) No. 1815-09 for the Comprehensive General Plan
Update which was certified on March 9, 2010, and prepared in accordance with the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and also exempt from CEQA pursuant
to, but not limited to, State CEQA Guidelines Section 15308.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Barrios, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Noes: Dumitru
Absent: None
RECESS: The City Council recessed at 7:20 p.m. and reconvened at 7:37 p.m. with all
Members present.
10. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS
10.1. Fiscal Year 2024-25 City of Orange Budget and Five-Year Capital Improvement
Program.
Finance Director Trang Nguyen presented the staff report and answered Council's
questions. Staff requested to remove Resolution No. 11562 for consideration. It will
return in July with an amended Citywide Pay Schedule.
During deliberation, Council discussed CIP project funds, eliminating community events
after the 3rd of July event, contracting Library services, and total FTEs.
Public Speaker:
Eugene Fields remarked that the City's expenditures in FY24 are less when compared
to FY12, and urged the City to look at ways to increase revenues and not just
additional budget cuts.
A motion was made by Councilmember Dumitru, seconded by Councilmember
Tavoularis, to cancel remaining community events starting with the July 10 Concerts in
the Park. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Barrios, Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, and Slater
Noes: Gyllenhammer
Absent: None
A motion was made by Mayor pro tern Barrios, seconded by Councilmember Bilodeau,
to:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 11564. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange
adopting the appropriations limit for Fiscal Year 2024-25.
2) Adopt Resolution No. 11566. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange
to approve and authorize staff to submit to the Orange County Transportation Authority
the Measure M2 Seven-Year Capital Improvement Program for Fiscal Year 2024-25
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through 2030-31 to comply with Measure M2 eligibility criteria.
The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Barrios, Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Noes: None
Absent: None
A motion was made by Mayor pro tern Barrios, seconded by Councilmember Gutierrez,
to adopt Resolution No. 11565. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Orange
adopting said City's Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-25 and authorizing transfer of funds
within and between appropriations, transfer of funds between funds, and additional
appropriations. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Barrios, Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, and Slater
Noes: Gyllenhammer
Absent: None
A motion was made by Mayor pro tern Barrios, seconded by Councilmember Bilodeau,
to withdraw Resolution No. 11560. A Resolution of the City Council of The City of
Orange amending Resolution No. 11511 between the City of Orange and The Orange
Municipal Employees' Association. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Barrios, Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Noes: None
Absent: None
10.2. City of Orange Public Safety/City Services Local General Transactions and Use
Tax (Sales Tax) Measure and Presentation from Fairbank, Maslin, Maullin, Metz &
Associates on the results from a citywide tracking survey.
Fairbank, Maslin, Maullin, Metz & Associates provided a presentation on the results of
the citywide tracking survey that studied the feasibility of potential revenue measures
and budget/service priorities.
Public Speakers:
The following spoke in support of placing a sales tax measure on the ballot:
Augie Rocha, Orange Police Association supports a 1% for 20 years; Miguel Gonzalez,
Orange City Firefighters Association; Reggie Mundekis supports a 1% for 10 years or
longer; Michael Short; Pat Buttress; Betty Talbert; Barry Cottle; Mike Spurgeon; and
Diana Zdenck supports a 1% for 20 years.
The following spoke in opposition of placing a sales tax measure on the ballot:
Craig Whetter, Wilson Automotive; John Sackrison; Trey Selman; Carole Walters; Fred
Whitaker; David Johnson; Eddie Albright; Greg Vernon; and Bill M.
RECESS: The City Council recessed at 10:05 p.m. and reconvened at 10:16 p.m. with all
Members present.
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10.2. City of Orange Public Safety/City Services Local General Transactions and Use
Tax (Sales Tax) Measure and Presentation from Fairbank, Maslin, Maullin, Metz &
Associates on the results from a citywide tracking survey.
A motion was made by Mayor Slater to adopt Resolution No. 11559 with a 1/2%
transaction and use (sales) tax expiring after 12 years (with a citizen oversight
committee as outlined in the proposed ordinance). Motion failed for lack of a second.
A motion was made by Councilmember Bilodeau, seconded by Mayor Slater, to adopt
Resolution No. 11559 with a 1/2% transaction and use (sales) tax expiring after 10
years (with a citizen oversight committee as outlined in the proposed ordinance). The
motion failed by the following vote:
Ayes: Bilodeau, and Slater
Noes: Barrios, Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, and Gyllenhammer
Absent: None
A motion was made by Mayor pro tem Barrios to adopt Resolution No. 11559 with a
3/4% transaction and use (sales) tax until ended by voters (with a citizen oversight
committee as outlined in the proposed ordinance). Motion failed for lack of a second.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez, seconded by Mayor pro tern Barrios,
to adopt Resolution No. 11559 with a 1% transaction and use (sales) tax until ended by
voters (with a citizen oversight committee as outlined in the proposed ordinance) The
motion failed by the following vote:
Ayes: Barrios, and Gutierrez
Noes: Dumitru, Tavoularis, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Absent: None
A motion was made by Mayor pro tern Barrios, seconded by Mayor Slater, to adopt
Resolution No. 11559 with a 1/2% transaction and use (sales) tax expiring after 15
years (with a citizen oversight committee as outlined in the proposed ordinance). The
motion failed by the following vote:
Ayes: Barrios, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, and Slater
Noes: Dumitru, Tavoularis, and Gyllenhammer
Absent: None
A motion was made by Mayor Slater, seconded by Mayor pro tern Barrios, to call a
Special Meeting on Friday, June 28, 2024, at 4:30 p.m. in the Council Chamber to
continue discussing potential revenue measure(s). The motion carried by the following
vote:
Ayes: Barrios, Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Noes: None
Absent: None
Council requested a staff report on a potential ballot measure to increase the Transient
Occupancy Tax to 15% on the June 28 agenda.
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10.3. Agreement with Lyons Security Service Inc., for City parks and facilities and Old
Towne West Metrolink Parking structure security services.
Public Speaker:
Reggie Mundekis spoke in support of approval.
A motion was made by Mayor pro tern Barrios, seconded by Councilmember Dumitru,
to approve four-year agreement with Lyons Security Service, Inc. in an amount not to
exceed $1,027,732.51 for security services for city parks and facilities and Old Towne
West Metrolink Parking structure; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
on behalf of the City. The motion failed by the following vote:
Ayes: Dumitru, Bilodeau, and Slater
Noes: Barrios, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, and Gyllenhammer
Absent: None
During deliberation, Council discussed approving the security services agreement for
city parks and facilities only and omitting the Old Towne West Metrolink parking
structure from the agreement.
A motion was made by Councilmember Dumitru, seconded by Mayor Slater, to approve
four-year agreement with Lyons Security Service, Inc. for security services for city
parks and facilities; and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the
City. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Noes: Barrios
Absent: None
10.4. Agreement with Nieves Landscape, Inc. for City parks and Santiago Creek Bike
Trail landscape maintenance services.
A motion was made by Mayor Slater, seconded by Councilmember Dumitru, to approve
four-year agreement with Nieves Landscape, Inc. in an amount not to exceed
4,291,692.17 for landscape maintenance services; and authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute on behalf of the City. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Dumitru, Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Noes: Barrios
Absent: None
10.5. Award of Contract to Merchants Building Maintenance, Inc. for custodial services
of City parks and facilities.
A motion was made by Councilmember Gutierrez, seconded by Councilmember
Dumitru, to approve the contract with Merchants Building Maintenance, Inc. in the total
amount of $1,518,670.76, for custodial services of City parks and facilities; and
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute on behalf of the City. The motion carried
by the following vote:
Ayes: Tavoularis, Gutierrez, Bilodeau, Gyllenhammer, and Slater
Noes: Barrios, and Dumitru
Absent: None
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11. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 11:24 p.m.
The next Regular City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, July 23, 2024, at 6:00
p.m., in the Council Chamber, with Closed Session beginning at 5:00 p.m., if
necessary. The July 9, 2024, Regular City Council meeting has been cancelled.
PAMELA COLEMAN DANIEL R. SLATER
CITY CLERK MAYOR
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