Irwindale public meetings in 2021

Senior Citizen Commission

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission's regularly scheduled meeting for December 27, 2021, has been canceled. The notice, dated December 14, 2021, provides no further details or agenda items.

• Meeting cancellation for December 27, 2021

Planning Commission

The Irwindale Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for December 15, 2021 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for January 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers, 5050 N. Irwindale Ave. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for December 15, 2021
• Next meeting: January 19, 2022 at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall Council Chambers, 5050 N. Irwindale Ave.

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will hold a regular meeting with a reorganization to elect a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore, followed by a consent calendar of routine items and new business. Key actions include approving contracts for environmental document closure, a linkage fee study, and a zoning ordinance update, as well as adopting resolutions on employee agreements and appointments. The meeting also includes a public hearing on an ordinance for organics waste recycling in compliance with SB 1383.

• Approve $50,100 contract closure with Harvey Consulting Group for environmental documents at 2200 Arrow Highway
• Approve $43,000 contract with Willdan Financial Services for an Affordable Housing Commercial/Industrial Linkage Fee study
• Approve Amendment No. 1 to contract with Interwest Consulting Group for Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance Update
• Adopt resolution for tentative agreement with Irwindale Management Employees Association (IMEA) for 2021-2024
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 759 for organics waste disposal and recycling (SB 1383)

The City Council unanimously appointed Councilmember Burrola as Mayor and Councilmember Ambriz as Mayor Pro Tem. The council approved the consent calendar, including a $50,100 contract closure for environmental documents, and tabled a resolution amending classification and compensation plans. It also approved a $43,000 contract for an affordable housing linkage fee study and introduced an ordinance for organics waste recycling.

• Appointed Burrola as Mayor (unanimous)
• Appointed Ambriz as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar, including $50,100 contract closure for Harvey Consulting Group (unanimous)
• Tabled resolution amending classification and compensation plans (3-2)
• Approved $43,000 contract with Wildan Financial Services for affordable housing linkage fee study (unanimous)
• Appointed Paula Fraijo and Belen Zepeda to Parks & Recreation Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Enoch Burrola and David Fuentes to Planning Commission (3-2 for Fuentes)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 759 for organics waste recycling (unanimous)

City Council

The Irwindale City Council is holding a special meeting with closed session discussions on labor negotiations, a $20 million claim by Five Points LLC, property sales, and a city manager appointment. In open session, they will consider approving an amendment to a solid waste agreement with Athens Services and waiving a condition for the sale of 2200 Arrow Highway.

• Closed session: $20M claim by Five Points LLC for breach of contract and related claims
• Closed session: real property negotiations for Las Casitas (5164 Ayon Avenue) and 2200 Arrow Highway
• Closed session: appointment of City Manager / Interim City Manager
• Consent: Amendment No. 10 to Project Reimbursement Agreement with Arakelian Enterprises (Athens Services)
• Consent: Waive condition of closing for sale of 2200 Arrow Highway to Athens Services, vest title in Irwindale Investments LLC

The Irwindale City Council held a special meeting on December 8, 2021, and took action on two consent calendar items. They approved Amendment No. 10 to the Project Reimbursement Agreement with Arakelian Enterprises, Inc., dba Athens Services, and authorized the City Manager to execute it. They also waived a condition of closing for the sale of property at 2200 Arrow Highway to Athens Services, authorized vesting title in Irwindale Investments, LLC, and authorized executing CC&Rs to identify the City as beneficiary. The council also met in closed session for labor negotiations and anticipated litigation, but no reportable actions were taken.

• Approved Amendment No. 10 to Project Reimbursement Agreement with Athens Services (unanimous, Mayor abstaining)
• Authorized City Manager to execute Amendment No. 10 after City Attorney approval
• Waived condition of closing for sale of property at 2200 Arrow Highway to Athens Services
• Authorized vesting title in Irwindale Investments, LLC, a special purpose entity
• Authorized execution of CC&Rs to identify City as beneficiary for 2200 Arrow Highway property

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Irwindale Parks & Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting with a consent calendar to approve minutes from November 3, 2021. The main new business items are verbal updates on ADA parking and a school bus camera policy. The agenda also includes routine updates from recreation, aquatics, public works, and public services staff.

• Approve minutes of November 3, 2021 regular meeting
• Update on ADA parking (verbal)
• School bus camera policy (verbal)

Senior Citizen Commission

The Commission will receive information regarding new hybrid meeting protocols for legislative bodies. The agenda also includes a verbal update on upcoming Mt. Sac class registrations at the Irwindale Senior Center.

• Information on hybrid meetings for legislative bodies
• Update on registration for Mt. Sac classes at the Irwindale Senior Center

The Commission unanimously approved the consent calendar, including the October 25, 2021 minutes. Staff reported that Mt. San Antonio College cannot give Irwindale residents priority registration for classes at the Senior Center due to equal-treatment requirements, though all interested seniors have been able to register so far. The Senior Center Manager provided updates on upcoming events, including a sold-out Christmas Dinner Dance and scheduled December activities.

• Approved the consent calendar, including the October 25, 2021 minutes, unanimously.
• Heard that Mt. Sac cannot prioritize Irwindale residents for class registration, citing equal-treatment policy.
• Noted that Mt. Sac classes require a minimum of 25 participants and six classes are offered.
• Received updates on Senior Center events: Thanksgiving Dinner Dance (64 attended), Christmas Dinner Dance sold out, and registrations open for Christmas Cookies and Cocoa.
• Scheduled December events: Gingerbread House Decorating (Dec 14), Bingo (Dec 15), Bunco (Dec 16), Crafts (Dec 8), and a field trip to Riverside Mission Inn (Dec 4).
• Acknowledged that all Mt. Sac and Irwindale classes will begin accepting registrations in January.
• Discussed the possibility of checking patrons' temperatures at senior dances, with no formal action taken.

Planning Commission

The Irwindale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 02-2021, requested by Michael McKain of Cal Blend Soils Inc., for outdoor storage and onsite sale of bulk landscape and gardening materials and outdoor storage of grandstand equipment at 1399 Las Lomas Road in the M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) zone. The commission will consider adopting Resolution No. 812(21) to approve the permit, subject to conditions, and find the project exempt from CEQA. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from April 21 and August 9, 2021, and routine procedural items.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit No. 02-2021 for 1399 Las Lomas Road (APN 8604-018-014)
• Outdoor storage and sale of bulk landscape and gardening materials
• Outdoor storage of grandstand equipment
• CEQA exemption under Section 15301 (Class 1; Existing Facilities)
• Approval of minutes from April 21 and August 9, 2021 meetings

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will hold a special closed session and regular meeting, including discussion on the city's response to United Rock Products' Olive Pit Reclamation Plan Amendment, a potential lighting upgrade at Alfred F. Herrera Softball Field, and a public hearing on fees. The agenda also includes routine consent items and updates on traffic signals and city video cameras.

• Discuss response to United Rock Products Olive Pit Reclamation Plan Amendment
• Options for Alfred F. Herrera Softball Field lighting: retrofit, new poles, or new poles plus pool/playground lighting
• Public hearing on Comprehensive Schedule of Fees and Charges for FY 2021-2022 (continued to Dec 8)
• Fee waiver for Tournament of Roses for oversized vehicle fees
• Out-of-state travel to ICSC conference in Las Vegas for two councilmembers

The City Council unanimously denied United Rock Products' request to amend its Olive Pit Reclamation Plan, which would have increased operations to 2 million tons. The denial is contingent on United Rock fulfilling a prior commitment to install a traffic signal at Los Angeles Street and Azusa Canyon Road. The Council also approved a new lighting system for the Alfred F. Herrera Softball Field and Aquatics Center, and denied a request for out-of-state travel to a shopping center conference.

• Denied United Rock Products' Olive Pit Reclamation Plan Amendment request (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-99-3311 adopting a Recovered Organic Waste Product Procurement Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-97-3309 approving Amendment No. 1 to the Regional Food Recovery Program MOA (unanimous)
• Approved Library Code of Conduct, Chromebook & Hotspot Device Lending Policy and Agreement, and Library of Things Policy and Agreement (unanimous)
• Denied out-of-state travel to the 2021 International Council of Shopping Centers Conference in Las Vegas (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-105-3317 to install new lighting at Alfred F. Herrera Softball Field and Aquatics Center with Musco Sports Lighting (unanimous; Councilmember Breceda recused)
• Recommended that Irwindale join District 5 for Los Angeles County redistricting (unanimous)
• Continued the Comprehensive Schedule of Fees and Charges update to December 8, 2021 (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Irwindale Parks & Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting with routine items including approving minutes and receiving donations. New business includes receiving information on hybrid meetings, and verbal updates on bus cameras and ADA parking. The agenda is largely procedural with no major decisions expected.

• Approve minutes of October 6, 2021 meeting
• Receive and file Irwindale Community Foundation FY 2021/2022 donations to Aquatics and Recreation Divisions
• Receive and file information on hybrid meetings for legislative bodies
• Verbal update on bus cameras
• Verbal update on ADA parking

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will hold a special closed session at 5:30 PM to discuss labor negotiations and litigation, followed by a regular open meeting at 6:30 PM. The open session includes a public hearing on a proposed filtration building and chemical storage at an existing brewery, a discussion on the structure of the Housing Authority Board, an update on the Vincent Avenue traffic signal, and a fee waiver proposal to encourage accessory dwelling unit construction. The council will also discuss the city's response to the Olive Pit reclamation plan and provide direction on the development of 5175 Vincent Avenue.

• Public hearing on DA No. 04-2021 and Conditional Use Permit No. 05-2021 for a filtration building and chemical storage at 15801 Vincent Ave (M-2 zone)
• Discuss structure of Housing Authority Board
• Discuss Vincent Avenue traffic signal update
• Consider fee waiver to promote ADU construction
• Discuss response to Olive Pit reclamation plan and direction on 5175 Vincent Ave site development

The City Council denied staff's recommendation to hire a consultant for homeless services and voted to return the funding to the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments if necessary. The council also approved a fee waiver policy for Accessory Dwelling Units, formed an ad hoc committee for 5175 Vincent Avenue, and approved a site plan for a brewery filtration building.

• Denied homeless consultant hire, funding to be returned to SGVCOG (3-2)
• Approved fee waiver policy for Accessory Dwelling Units (unanimous)
• Formed ad hoc committee for 5175 Vincent Avenue development (unanimous, Breceda recused)
• Approved site plan and conditional use permit for brewery filtration building at 15801 First St. (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution re-ratifying local emergency and remote hybrid meetings for November 2021
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, warrants, and investment report
• Received and filed report on Housing Authority board structure
• Continued United Rock Products olive pit reclamation plan to November 10

Senior Citizen Commission

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission is meeting to receive an update on donation requests to the Irwindale Community Foundation, including $5,000 for new furniture for the senior center's back lounge and $1,600 for Healthy Irwindale promotional items. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the September 27 meeting and hear public comments. The meeting is held remotely via Zoom.

• Update on Irwindale Community Foundation donation requests: $5,000 for lounge furniture and $1,600 for Healthy Irwindale promotional items
• Approve minutes from the September 27, 2021 meeting
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission unanimously approved the consent calendar, including the September 27, 2021 meeting minutes. The commission received updates on the Irwindale Community Foundation, Senior Center programs, and City Council hybrid meetings. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved consent calendar including September 27, 2021 minutes (unanimous)
• Heard update on Irwindale Community Foundation donations
• Heard Senior Center Manager update on programs and activities
• Heard Public Services Director update on hybrid meetings

Planning Commission

The agenda includes one substantive item: a public hearing on a conditional use permit to expand an existing brewery's operations in the M-2 zone. The rest of the agenda is routine procedural items. The meeting will be held virtually due to public health directives.

• Conditional Use Permit No. 08-2023 for expanded brewery operations at 15801 1st Street (APNs 8533-009-021, -024, -907), including beverage and rectifying operations, with CEQA exemption.

The Irwindale Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit No. 08-2021 for IBY, LLC (Irwindale Brew Yard) to expand operations at 15801 1st Street, including beer, wine, and spirits mixing/blending. The approval was unanimous (5-0) and included revisions to clarify that existing ABC licenses (Types 1 and 9) are recognized and new licenses (Types 2, 12, 24) are authorized, and to change 'wine and spirits' to 'wine or spirits' in the resolution. The commission also approved the consent calendar minutes from July 22, 2021.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 08-2021 for Irwindale Brew Yard (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar minutes from July 22, 2021 (5-0)
• Revised Condition No. 8 to clarify existing ABC licenses (Types 1, 9) and new licenses (Types 2, 12, 24)
• Changed 'wine and spirits' to 'wine or spirits' in resolution language

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will hold a special closed session for litigation and a performance evaluation, followed by a regular open meeting. Key decisions include whether to approve or deny a large industrial building project at 5175 Vincent Avenue, a sewer line design contract, and options for future meeting formats under AB 361.

• Public hearing on 545,735-sq-ft speculative concrete tilt-up building at 5175 Vincent Avenue (APNs 8417-034-015, 8417-034-016) — Council may approve or deny EIR, General Plan Amendment, and Site Plan Review
• Public hearing on exterior renovation of industrial building at 5462 Irwindale Avenue (APN 8619-019-031) — Council may approve or deny Site Plan and Design Review DA 03-2021
• Contract award to Coory Engineering for $50,800 (plus $7,620 contingency) for design of VCP sewer line extension on Arrow Highway
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 758 amending Reclamation Fund annual deposit requirements
• Discussion on options for public meetings after November 1, 2021: teleconference-only, pre-pandemic Brown Act, or hybrid

The City Council denied the proposed 545,735-square-foot speculative industrial building at 5175 Vincent Avenue, including the associated EIR certification, General Plan amendment, and site plan review. The denial was approved unanimously by the four members present (Ambriz, Burrola, Ortiz, and Garcia), with Councilmembers Breceda and Garcia absent. The Council also approved a six-month trial limit for employment eligibility lists and directed staff to hold hybrid meetings in November 2021.

• Denied EIR certification, General Plan Amendment No. 02-2017, and Site Plan & Design Review (DA) No. 04-2017 for 5175 Vincent Ave (4-0, Breceda and Garcia absent)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-74-3286 for exterior renovation at 5462 Irwindale Ave, with direction to add embellishments on up to 10% of building (4-1, Burrola dissenting)
• Approved hybrid legislative meetings via teleconference for Nov 1-30, 2021 (unanimous)
• Approved six-month trial limit for employment eligibility lists (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 758 amending Reclamation Fund annual deposit (consent calendar, unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-87-3299 approving out-of-state travel to ICSC conference in Las Vegas (consent calendar, unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-90-3302 extending local COVID-19 emergency (consent calendar, unanimous)
• Approved $50,800 contract with Coory Engineering for sewer line PS&E on Arrow Hwy, plus $7,620 contingency (consent calendar, unanimous)

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Irwindale City Council, held remotely via Zoom. The agenda consists entirely of closed-session items: a conference with the labor negotiator regarding employee organizations and an evaluation of the City Manager's performance. No public action or discussion items are listed, and the open session is limited to procedural matters and public comment on the agenda items.

• Closed session: Conference with labor negotiator for employee organizations IMEA, ICEA, IPOA, and unrepresented employees
• Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager
• Remote meeting via Zoom (Webinar ID: 871 0459 2389) authorized under AB 361

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Irwindale Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting via videoconference on October 6, 2021. The agenda includes updates on bus cameras and ADA parking, recommendations for new Aquatics Center classes and donation requests from the Irwindale Community Foundation, and a recommendation to City Council on lighting options for the Alfred F. Herrera Softball Field. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but public participation is available via Zoom.

• Review and recommend new classes at the Aquatics Center and donation requests from the Irwindale Community Foundation
• Review Irwindale Community Foundation FY 2021/2022 donation requests for the Recreation Division
• Recommend to City Council on retrofitting existing six light poles to LED or installing six new LED light poles at Alfred F. Herrera Softball Field
• Update on bus cameras (verbal presentation)
• ADA parking update (verbal presentation)

City Council

The Irwindale City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and consider two options for conducting public meetings starting October 1, 2021: either continue remote teleconference meetings under AB 361 (adopting Resolution No. 2021-86-3298) or resume in-person meetings under pre-pandemic Brown Act rules. The council will also hear public comments on this item. No other substantive business is on the agenda.

• Consider adopting Resolution No. 2021-86-3298 to re-authorize remote teleconference meetings for 30 days (Oct 1-30, 2021) under AB 361
• Option to resume in-person meetings with protocols including face masks and reserved seating
• Fiscal impact estimated at approximately $900 for October 2021 meetings
• Public participation available via Zoom (https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87104592389)

Senior Citizen Commission

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission is holding a regular meeting via teleconference, closed to the public due to COVID-19. The agenda includes receiving an update on a donation request from the Irwindale Community Foundation, as well as updates from the Senior Center Manager and Public Services Director. The meeting is largely procedural, with no major decisions listed.

• Update on Irwindale Community Foundation donation request
• Approve minutes from August 23, 2021 regular meeting
• Senior Center Manager update
• Public Services Director update

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission unanimously approved the consent calendar, including the August 23, 2021 meeting minutes. The commission heard a report on the proposed Healthy Irwindale program, which is free for residents and will be discussed by the Irwindale Community Foundation in mid-October. No formal action was taken on the program.

• Approved consent calendar including August 23, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will hold a special closed session at 5:30 p.m. to discuss labor negotiations, property negotiations for the Olive Pit, and potential litigation, followed by a regular open session at 6:30 p.m. The open session includes a consent calendar with routine items such as approving minutes, warrants, and several resolutions, including accepting a $90,000 federal traffic safety grant and approving the 2020-2021 Resurfacing Project. New business items include discussing in-person attendance at public meetings, waiving plan check fees for residential projects, and supporting a signalized bicycle crossing. The Housing Authority will also discuss purchasing the lease agreement for the Las Casitas Senior Affordable Housing Apartment Complex.

• Accept $90,000 OTS federal grant for traffic safety and impaired driving enforcement
• Approve final construction amount of $544,311.93 for 2020-2021 Resurfacing Project (Buena Vista Street and Avenida Barbosa)
• Approve out-of-state travel to CNOA Training Institute in Reno, Nevada for five detectives
• Discuss waiver of plan check fees for residential projects
• Support installation of signalized bicycle crossing at Vincent Avenue / Big Dalton Wash

The City Council unanimously approved a motion to direct staff to prepare a resolution to maintain virtual meetings as currently held, and to revisit the matter in January. The decision followed discussion of options for in-person versus virtual attendance, with the City Attorney clarifying legal constraints. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a $90,000 traffic safety grant, and several other routine items.

• Approved motion to prepare resolution for virtual meetings and revisit in January (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar, excluding Item 1D (unanimous; Mayor Ortiz abstained on Check No. 74967)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-73-3285 approving out-of-state travel for five detectives to CNOA expo in Reno, NV
• Approved end-of-year closure of city facilities Dec 20, 2021 - Jan 2, 2022
• Adopted Resolution 2021-76-3288 appointing voting delegate for League of CA Cities conference; opposed online sales tax equity resolution; supported railroad property maintenance resolution
• Adopted Resolution 2021-77-3289 waiving bidding for Chevrolet Suburban for Recreation Division
• Adopted Resolution 2021-78-3290 approving regional food recovery program MOA with San Gabriel Valley COG
• Approved $90,000 OTS grant for traffic safety education and impaired driving enforcement (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Irwindale Planning Commission will consider recommending denial of a General Plan Amendment and Site Plan for a large industrial building at 5175 Vincent Avenue, and will hold a public hearing on a filtration building and chemical storage permit for an existing brewery at 15801 1st Street. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and routine consent items.

• Resolution 808(21): Recommend denial of EIR certification for 545,735-sq-ft concrete tilt-up building at 5175 Vincent Avenue (APNs 8417-034-015, 8417-034-016)
• Resolution 809(21): Recommend denial of General Plan Amendment 02-2017 to change land use from Residential to Industrial/Business Park
• Resolution 810(21): Recommend denial of Site Plan and Design Review 04-2017 for the same project
• Public hearing: Site Plan and Design Review 04-2021 and Conditional Use Permit 05-2021 for a 9,907-sq-ft filtration building and chemical storage at 15801 1st Street (Irwindale Brew Yard, formerly Molson-Coors)
• Consent calendar: Approve minutes from February 3, 2021 special meeting and May 19, 2021 regular meeting

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approval of Site Plan and Design Review No. 04-2021 and Conditional Use Permit No. 05-2021 for a new 9,907-square-foot filtration building and storage of cleaning chemicals at the Irwindale Brew Yard (15801 First Street). The recommendation includes a language change to specify two 300-gallon tanks for Poni Acid. The Commission also approved minutes from February 3 and May 19, 2021, with Commissioner Gomez abstaining on both. The meeting included a separate consent item recommending denial of the 5175 Vincent Avenue project, which was approved 3-0 after two commissioners recused themselves.

• Approved Resolution No. 807(21) recommending City Council approval of Site Plan and Design Review No. 04-2021 and Conditional Use Permit No. 05-2021 for the Irwindale Brew Yard filtration building (5-0)
• Approved Resolution Nos. 808(21), 809(21), and 810(21) recommending denial of the 5175 Vincent Avenue project (3-0, with two commissioners recused)
• Approved minutes of the February 3, 2021 meeting (4-0-1, Gomez abstaining)
• Approved minutes of the May 19, 2021 meeting (4-0-1, Gomez abstaining)

City Council

The Irwindale City Council held a special and regular meeting on July 14, 2021, covering a range of administrative and policy items. The council approved consent calendar items including contracts for tree trimming, architectural design for the library extension, and an assessment report for police and city hall facilities. They also received an update on American Rescue Plan Act funding, discussed potential locations for an emergency shelter, and held a public hearing to levy assessments for sewer and street lighting maintenance districts.

• Approved Amendment No. 1 with CWA AIA Inc. for library extension design, increasing contract to $293,850
• Awarded contract to Jeff Katz Architectural for police/city hall assessment report at $173,765
• Adopted resolutions for FY 2021-2022 sewer and street lighting maintenance assessments
• Discussed two possible locations for an emergency shelter for the unhoused
• Removed item on Planning Commissioner Art Tapia's removal from agenda per closed session direction

The City Council unanimously approved a $358,413 contract with FCG Consultants for construction management and inspection services for off-site improvements at The Park at Live Oak development, plus a 20% contingency of $71,683. They also introduced Ordinance No. 758 to amend the reclamation fund annual deposit, and approved the consent calendar including minutes, warrants, and a fee waiver for a vote center. No items were denied or tabled.

• Approved $358,413 contract with FCG Consultants for Live Oak off-site improvements (unanimous)
• Approved $71,683 contingency (20%) for the contract (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 758 for first reading, amending reclamation fund annual deposit (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, warrants, and fee waiver for flex vote center (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Irwindale Parks & Recreation Commission is holding a regular meeting via videoconference, closed to the public due to COVID-19. The main agenda item is a verbal update on ADA parking for community events, with the commission expected to discuss and provide input. The meeting also includes approval of the August 4, 2021 minutes and updates from the Recreation Manager, Public Works Supervisor, and Public Services Director.

• Update on ADA parking for community events (verbal presentation)
• Approval of minutes from the August 4, 2021 regular meeting
• Recreation Manager update on programs and activities
• Public Works Supervisor update on irrigation training and Memorial Garden pavers
• Public Services Director update

City Council

The City Council will consider accepting completed outdoor fitness equipment and surfacing projects at Jardin de Roca Skate Park and the Irwindale Senior Center, authorizing the recording of a Notice of Completion, ratifying change order costs, and releasing final payments. The agenda also includes routine approval of electronic payments and accounts payable checks.

• Acceptance of fitness equipment and surfacing at Jardin de Roca Park and Irwindale Senior Center
• Ratify change orders totaling $24,684.75 for ADA compliance and safety
• Authorize final payment of $41,915.85 for the project
• Electronic payments totaling $442,970.82 for August 1-15, 2021
• Accounts payable checks totaling $532,331.31

The City Council unanimously approved the final construction cost of $2,257,576.44 for the Irwindale Park Improvements Project Phase III, ratifying 25 change orders that increased costs. The council also approved a $3,306.60 liability claim to Dena Zepeda over a 2-1 vote, with Mayor Ortiz recused. A motion to direct staff to collaborate with Azusa and LA County on a left-turn arrow project at Arrow Highway and Vincent was also approved.

• Approved $2,257,576.44 final cost for Irwindale Park Phase III, ratified change orders (unanimous)
• Approved $3,306.60 liability claim to Dena Zepeda (2-1, Ambriz & Burrola yes, Garcia no)
• Directed staff to collaborate with Azusa and LA County on left-turn arrow at Arrow Hwy & Vincent (unanimous)
• Approved warrants, demands, and payroll (unanimous)
• Accepted outdoor fitness equipment at Jardin de Roca Skate Park and Senior Center (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-71-3283 for City of Hope billboard donation (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-70-3282 extending COVID-19 local emergency (unanimous)
• Placed item on next agenda to discuss purchasing Las Casitas lease agreement (unanimous)

Senior Citizen Commission

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission is holding a regular meeting via teleconference, closed to the public due to COVID-19 executive orders. The agenda includes approval of the July 26, 2021 minutes, new business, updates from the Senior Center Manager and Public Services Director, and commissioner items. No substantive decisions or proposals are listed on the agenda.

• Approve minutes of July 26, 2021 regular meeting
• Senior Center Manager update
• Public Services Director update
• Commissioner items and requests

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission met on August 23, 2021, and approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the July 26, 2021 meeting. No new business was discussed. The commission received updates from the Senior Center Manager and Public Services Director, including details on upcoming events, class registrations, and the elimination of recreation fees for residents.

• Approved consent calendar including July 26, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Irwindale Planning Commission is meeting to consider adopting Resolution No. 806(21), which recommends the City Council deny a Site Plan and Design Review for an exterior renovation of an industrial building at 5462 Irwindale Avenue. The applicant, GF Signet, sought an exemption from design guidelines, but the Commission voted 4:1 in July to recommend denial because the applicant declined requested design changes. The agenda also includes routine items like minutes and commissioner comments.

• Resolution No. 806(21) recommending denial of Site Plan and Design Review (DA) No. 03-2021 for exterior renovation at 5462 Irwindale Avenue (APN: 8619-019-031)
• Applicant: Brendan Dwyer, Carlile Coatsworth Architects, on behalf of GF Signet
• Property is in M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing) zone; built in 1985
• Commission previously voted 4:1 to recommend denial due to design inconsistency with Spanish mission style and color palette
• Meeting held via webinar due to COVID-19; public comments by email

The Irwindale Planning Commission unanimously approved Resolution No. 806(21), denying the Site Plan and Design Review for an exterior renovation at 5462 Irwindale Avenue (Georg Fischer Signet) due to insufficient design details. The meeting also included a training presentation on the Brown Act and conflict-of-interest rules, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution No. 806(21) denying Site Plan and Design Review for Georg Fischer Signet exterior renovation (4-0)
• Received training on Brown Act and conflict-of-interest requirements (no vote)

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will hold a special closed session on litigation, liability claims, and real property negotiations, followed by a regular open session. Key items include discussing an emergency shelter for the unhoused, establishing a pension prefunding trust, extending aquatics programming, and receiving a drought update from local water districts.

• Closed session: Jane Doe C.M.A. vs. City of Irwindale (LASC Case No. 21STCV26652)
• Closed session: Liability claim by Dena Zepeda
• Closed session: Negotiations with United Rock Products Corp. on Olive Pit sublease (APN 8415-001-906, 908)
• Resolution to establish California Employers' Pension Prefunding Trust (CEPPT)
• Discussion on emergency shelter for unhoused in Irwindale

The City Council unanimously approved resolutions to establish a California Employers' Pension Prefunding Trust (CEPPT) and delegate authority for disbursements, allowing the city to set aside funds for future pension costs. The Council also unanimously approved extending aquatics programming and appropriating funds, and directed staff to prepare a report on extending retirement medical benefits to City Commissioners. The meeting included a discussion on homeless shelter options and a request to table the topic while staff works on it.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-67-3279 establishing CEPPT (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-68-3280 delegating CEPPT disbursement authority (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-69-3281 extending aquatics programming and appropriating funds (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar including June 23, 2021 minutes and warrants/payroll (unanimous)
• Directed staff to prepare agenda report on extending benefits to City Commissioners (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Irwindale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a General Plan Amendment, Site Plan and Design Review, and environmental review for a proposed 545,735-square-foot concrete tilt-up industrial building at 5175 Vincent Avenue. The commission will make recommendations to the City Council on the project, including certifying the Environmental Impact Report and adopting a Statement of Overriding Considerations. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, with participation via Zoom and email comments.

• General Plan Amendment to change land use from Residential to Industrial/Business Park for a portion of 5175 Vincent Ave (APN 8417-034-016)
• Site Plan and Design Review for a 545,735-sq-ft concrete tilt-up building and parking at 5175 Vincent Ave (APNs 8417-034-015, 8417-034-016)
• Draft Environmental Impact Report (SCH #2018121056) with Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program
• Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 803(21) for CEQA findings and EIR certification
• Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 805(21) for site plan approval

The Irwindale Planning Commission voted 3-0 to recommend denial of the Five Points LLC project at 5175 Vincent Avenue, which included a General Plan Amendment and Site Plan and Design Review for a 545,735-square-foot industrial building. The denial was based on the EIR's finding of a significant and unavoidable air quality impact (NOx exceeding SCAQMD thresholds) and the conclusion that the benefits did not outweigh this impact. The recommendation will go to the City Council for final decision.

• Motion to deny the project based on EIR air quality findings (3-0)
• Directed staff to bring back a resolution of denial based on CEQA findings and Statement of Overriding Considerations
• Closed public hearing after receiving comments from residents and supporters

City Council

The City Council approved adjustments to recreation user fees for fiscal year 2021-2022, with Councilmember Garcia abstaining. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a resolution to waive bidding and purchase four public services vehicles, and directed the City Manager to explore a resolution for a claim by Dena Zepeda, placing it on the next Closed Session agenda. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and presentations.

• Approved recreation fee adjustments for FY 2021-2022 (unanimous, Garcia abstaining)
• Approved consent calendar, including warrants/payroll and investment report (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-66-3278 to waive bidding and purchase four public services vehicles (unanimous)
• Directed City Manager to explore resolution of Dena Zepeda's claim and place on next Closed Session agenda (2-1, Breceda and Ortiz recused)

Senior Citizen Commission

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission will hold a regular meeting with public comment, approval of June minutes, and updates from the Senior Center Manager and Public Services Director. The agenda is largely routine, with no major decisions or public hearings listed.

• Approve minutes of June 28, 2021 regular meeting
• Senior Center Manager update on reopening and activities
• Public Services Director update on facility capacity and programs

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission held a regular meeting with no new business. The consent calendar, including approval of the June 28, 2021 minutes, was unanimously approved. Updates were provided on new staff, upcoming events, and COVID-19 safety measures.

• Approved consent calendar including June 28, 2021 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Irwindale Planning Commission will consider a General Plan consistency determination for transferring a 10-acre city-owned parcel at 5100 Allen Drive to the Irwindale Housing Authority for future housing, plus three public hearings on industrial development: an exterior renovation at 5462 Irwindale Avenue, renewable natural gas fueling dispensers at 1245 Arrow Highway, and a large industrial building at 5175 Vincent Avenue. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, with participation via Zoom and email comments.

• General Plan consistency for 10-acre parcel at 5100 Allen Drive transfer to Irwindale Housing Authority for housing
• Site Plan and Design Review for exterior renovation of industrial building at 5462 Irwindale Avenue (M-2 zone)
• Conditional Use Permit for renewable natural gas fueling dispensers at 1245 Arrow Highway (National Ready Mixed Concrete Company)
• General Plan Amendment and Site Plan Review for ±545,735 sq ft concrete tilt-up building at 5175 Vincent Avenue (Five Points, LLC)
• Draft EIR for Vincent Avenue project (SCH #2018121056) with recommendation to certify

The Planning Commission approved a General Plan consistency determination for the transfer of a 10-acre parcel at 5100 Allen Drive from the City to the Irwindale Housing Authority, with the intent for residential use. The vote was 3-0, with Chair Tapia and Commissioner Gomez recused due to conflicts of interest, and Commissioner Chico selected by straw draw to participate. The commission also heard a public hearing on a site plan review for an exterior renovation at 5462 Irwindale Avenue but did not vote on it during this meeting.

• Approved General Plan consistency determination for 10-acre parcel at 5100 Allen Drive transfer to Housing Authority (3-0)
• Recused Chair Tapia and Commissioner Gomez from Allen Drive vote due to property conflicts of interest
• Selected Commissioner Chico by random straw draw to vote on Allen Drive item
• Opened public hearing for Site Plan and Design Review (DA) No. 03-2021 at 5462 Irwindale Avenue
• Tabled decision on 5462 Irwindale Avenue exterior renovation until later in meeting

City Council

The Irwindale City Council is holding a special closed session and regular open meeting on July 14, 2021. The regular meeting includes consent calendar items, new business discussions on American Rescue Plan Act funding, removal of a planning commissioner, and potential emergency shelter locations, plus a public hearing on sewer and street lighting assessment districts. The Housing Authority will also meet to consider policies and property transfers.

• Public hearing on Irwindale Business Center Sewer and Street Lighting Maintenance Assessment Districts for FY 2021-2022
• Consideration of locations for an emergency shelter to house the unhoused
• Update on American Rescue Plan Act-Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funding
• Contract with West Coast Arborist for tree trimming, maintenance, and arborist inspection services (three-year contract with renewal options)
• Amendment No. 1 to contract with CWA AIA, Inc. for architectural design services for Irwindale Public Library Extension Project, increasing contract to $293,850

The Irwindale City Council approved the consent calendar, which included a two-year renewal of the Resident Vision Plan with VSP, resolutions on employee compensation and job classifications, an LED street lighting agreement with Southern California Edison, a contract with West Coast Arborist for tree services, and amendments for the library extension and police/city hall assessments. The council also adopted resolutions to levy sewer and street lighting assessments for the Irwindale Business Center for fiscal year 2021-2022. An item to consider removing Art Tapia from the Planning Commission was removed from the agenda.

• Approved the consent calendar, including the Resident Vision Plan renewal with VSP.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-54-3266 and 2021-53-3265 on employee compensation and job classifications.
• Authorized the City Manager to execute the LED street lighting agreement with Southern California Edison.
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to the MOA with the San Gabriel Valley COG for the Coyote Program.
• Awarded a three-year contract to West Coast Arborist for tree trimming and maintenance.
• Authorized applications for CalRecycle grants and payment programs.
• Approved Amendment No. 1 with CWA AIA Inc. for library extension design, increasing the contract to $293,850.
• Awarded a contract to Jeff Katz Architectural for a police and city hall facilities assessment.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will receive updates on installing video surveillance cameras in recreation areas, the Emergency Operations Plan, and proposed fee changes for recreation programs. The meeting is held via videoconference and is closed to the public, with public comment allowed via Zoom.

• Centralized Video Surveillance System update for Recreation, Swimming Pool, parks, and playgrounds
• Dan Diaz Recreation Center early morning hours verbal report
• Emergency Operations Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan update
• Approval to recommend changes to the Comprehensive Schedule of Fees & Charges for Recreation Division

Senior Citizen Commission

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission is holding a regular meeting via teleconference, closed to the public due to COVID-19. The main item is a verbal update on reopening the Irwindale Senior Center, along with updates from the Senior Center Manager and Public Services Director. The agenda is otherwise routine, including approval of minutes and commissioner items.

• Reopening of Irwindale Senior Center (verbal update)
• Approval of minutes from May 24, 2021 meeting
• Senior Center Manager update
• Public Services Director update

The Senior Citizen Commission received a verbal update on the reopening of the Irwindale Senior Center, which occurred on June 21 at 50% capacity with pre-registration required for on-site activities. The commission approved the consent calendar, including the May 28, 2021 minutes, and discussed upcoming events such as a ribbon cutting ceremony and a Hawaiian Luau. No formal votes were taken on the reopening itself, as it was presented as an update.

• Approved consent calendar including May 28, 2021 minutes (unanimous, Vice Chair Diaz abstaining)
• Received update on Senior Center reopening at 50% capacity effective June 21
• Noted ribbon cutting ceremony scheduled for August 7 (as recorded, likely typo for August 7)
• Noted July 4 BBQ scheduled for this Friday
• Noted Hawaiian Luau scheduled for August 20
• Noted attorney consultations to begin in October

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will hold a special closed session and a regular open session. The regular meeting includes consent items, new business, and public hearings. Key actions include adopting the FY 2021-22 budget, approving a $642,332 contract for planning documents, and discussing a homeless shelter.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 757 for the FY 2021-22 budget
• Approve $642,332 contract with Environmental Science Associates for General Plan, Housing Element, Safety Element, and Environmental Justice Element
• Approve $100,000 increase (total $270,000) for construction inspection services for water pipeline extension
• Discuss homeless shelter and site identification with North San Gabriel Valley River Working Group
• Approve Equity Sharing Policy for Housing Authority programs

The City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2021-22 budget via Ordinance No. 757, and approved a reorganization of the Recreation Department including new positions and funding (Resolution No. 2021-56-3268), despite opposition from Mayor Pro Tem Burrola. The Council also approved a $642,332 contract with Environmental Science Associates for an updated General Plan and related elements, and appointed Suzanne Gomez to the Planning Commission. All votes were 3-1 with Councilmember Garcia absent, except the budget which was unanimous among those present.

• Adopted FY 2021-22 budget (Ordinance No. 757) unanimously (3-0, Garcia absent)
• Approved Recreation Dept. reorganization and new positions (Resolution No. 2021-56-3268) 3-1, Burrola opposed
• Approved $642,332 contract with ESA for updated General Plan, Housing, Safety, and Environmental Justice Elements
• Appointed Suzanne Gomez to Planning Commission (Resolution No. 2021-55-3267) 3-1, Breceda opposed
• Extended local COVID-19 emergency for 60 days (Resolution No. 2021-57-3269) unanimously
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, warrants, and meeting cancellations for Nov. 24 and Dec. 22, 2021
• Approved amendments to Chamber of Commerce agreements extending them 90 days
• Approved $100,000 increase for FCG Consultants water pipeline inspection services

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Irwindale Planning Commission meeting for June 16, 2021 was cancelled due to lack of quorum. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

Planning Commission

The Irwindale Planning Commission will consider a General Plan consistency determination for transferring a 10-acre city-owned parcel at 5100 Allen Drive to the Irwindale Housing Authority for future housing development. Staff recommends finding the transfer consistent with the General Plan. The item was continued from May 19, 2021, due to lack of quorum.

• General Plan consistency determination for 10-acre parcel at 5100 Allen Drive (APN 8417-034-912) transfer to Irwindale Housing Authority
• Future housing development up to 63 dwelling units on 3 acres with PD Overlay zone
• Proposed General Plan Map Amendment from Industrial/Business Park to Residential and Zone Change from M-2 to PD
• City Council Resolution No. 2021-25-3247 and HA Resolution No. 2021-02-101 approved transfer, subject to this determination

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget and set the appropriations limit, introducing Ordinance No. 757. They will also consider appropriating $400,000 from the general fund reserve for a citywide video surveillance system, and approve a contract for traffic signal construction management at Irwindale Avenue and Camino de la Cantera.

• Public hearing and adoption of FY 2021-2022 budget (Ordinance No. 757)
• Appropriate $400,000 from General Fund reserve for citywide video surveillance system
• Award $79,100 contract to Transportation and Energy Solutions, Inc. for traffic signal construction management at Irwindale Avenue and Camino de la Cantera
• Approve SB1 road maintenance funding allocation for FY 2021/2022 resurfacing program
• Site Plan and Design Review for a 12,016 sq ft office/warehouse at 2511 Buena Vista Street

The City Council adopted the FY 2021-2022 budget and appropriations limit, introduced Ordinance No. 757 for the budget, and approved a $400,000 appropriation from the general fund reserve for a citywide video surveillance system. The council also approved a site plan for a 12,016-square-foot industrial building at 2511 Buena Vista Street and several consent calendar items, including contracts and fireworks sales permits.

• Adopted FY 2021-2022 budget (Ordinance No. 757 introduced) and appropriations limit (Resolution No. 2021-47-3259)
• Appropriated $400,000 from general fund reserve for citywide video surveillance system (Resolution No. 2021-52-3264)
• Approved site plan and design review for a 12,016 sq ft office/warehouse at 2511 Buena Vista Street (Resolution No. 2021-44-3256)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, warrants, investment policy (Resolution No. 2021-49-3261), SB1 road funding (Resolution No. 2021-48-3260), and LAHSA reform support (Resolution No. 2021-51-3263)
• Authorized $79,100 contract with Transportation and Energy Solutions for traffic signal construction management, plus $15,820 contingency
• Approved fireworks sales requests for Knights of Columbus #5650 and Irwindale Sister City Association

City Council

The Irwindale Housing Authority is considering amendments to its Senior Low/Moderate Income Housing Apartment Rental Program guidelines. The proposed changes would give the Executive Director final authority over applicant priority rankings and require tie-breaking draws to be conducted publicly by the Board. The agenda also includes standard public comment and procedural items.

• Proposed amendment to vest Executive Director with ultimate selection authority for applicant priority rankings
• Proposed requirement for blind tie-breaking procedure to be publicly conducted by the Board
• Revised guidelines for Senior Apartment Rental Program, updated May 26, 2021
• Priority system for applicants: continuous residents, veterans, disabled, and income categories
• No fiscal impact noted for the proposed changes

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Irwindale Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting via videoconference to discuss routine business and receive updates. Key items include approving the April 7 minutes, reviewing restroom tile color changes for the Irwindale Park Improvements Project Phases IV and V, receiving updates on the 4th of July Fiesta and Fireworks Show and the Measure A Competitive Grant, and providing input on the Recreation Department's portion of the City's Comprehensive Schedule of Fees & Charges. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, but public participation is available via Zoom.

• Approve minutes of April 7, 2021 regular meeting
• Review and approve restroom tile color changes for Irwindale Park Improvements Project Phases IV and V
• Receive update on 4th of July Fiesta and Fireworks Show
• Receive update on Measure A Competitive Grant
• Provide input on Recreation Department's portion of City's Comprehensive Schedule of Fees & Charges

City Council

The Irwindale City Council, along with its successor redevelopment, housing, and reclamation authorities, will hold a special closed session to evaluate the City Manager's performance, followed by a regular open meeting. Key actions include discussing the FY 2021-2022 budget, adopting a non-motorized transportation plan, and considering the transfer of a 10-acre city-owned property at 5100 Allen Drive to the Housing Authority for future housing development. The agenda also includes routine consent items and several housing authority actions.

• Transfer of 10-acre parcel at 5100 Allen Drive (APN #8417-034-912) to Irwindale Housing Authority for future housing development
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 756 regulating non-SMARA pits (second reading)
• FY 2021-2022 Budget Workshop #2 to discuss budget requests for June adoption
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2021-25-3247 approving the Irwindale Non-Motorized Active Transportation Plan
• Rejection of claims by Perfecto Martinez and Javier Ibarra against the City

The City Council approved the FY 2021-2022 budget, including hiring two police officers and a part-time Community Services Officer, reclassifying several positions, and approving capital projects. The council also renamed "A" Street to "Ambriz Street" and adopted the Active Transportation Plan. A request for a new Senior Recreation Leader was denied.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-43-3255 renaming 'A' Street to 'Ambriz Street' (unanimous)
• Approved hiring two Police Officers and one part-time Community Services Officer, freezing three of five Reserve PT Officer positions (5-0)
• Approved reclassification of Economic Development Coordinator to Assistant to the City Manager, added Management Analyst, changed contractual tutors to part-time (5-0, with Burrola and Ortiz opposed to Management Analyst)
• Approved Finance Department reclassifications: Finance Analyst to Senior Finance Analyst, Finance Intern to Accountant (unanimous)
• Approved unfreezing Associate Planner position (unanimous)
• Approved reclassification of Assistant Engineer to Assistant City Engineer and hiring new Engineering Technician (unanimous)
• Approved reclassifying four part-time Maintenance Aides to full-time, but denied Janitor to Maintenance Aide reclassification (3-2)
• Denied request for one additional Senior Recreation Leader (2-3)

Senior Citizen Commission

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission is meeting via teleconference to review the Senior Center Department's portion of the City's Comprehensive Schedule of Fees & Charges, which includes fees for activities, classes, and facility rentals. The commission will provide input to the Finance Department for proposed changes to be presented to the City Council. The agenda also includes approval of the April 26, 2021 minutes, an update from the Irwindale Community Foundation, and reports from the Senior Center Manager and Public Services Director.

• Review of Senior Center fees: e.g., Bingo cards $0.25 each, Senior Dances $5-$10, facility rentals from $10/hour (picnic shelter) to $400/hour (pool non-resident)
• Approval of minutes from April 26, 2021 regular meeting
• Verbal update from Irwindale Community Foundation
• Senior Center Manager update on activities and programs
• Public Services Director update

The commission unanimously approved the consent calendar, including April minutes, and reached consensus to keep all Senior Center fees the same. Staff reported $27,800 and $4,600 in donations from the Irwindale Community Foundation for equipment and class costs. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved consent calendar including April 26, 2021 minutes (unanimous; Acosta abstained, Diaz absent)
• Kept all Senior Center fees unchanged (consensus)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit No. 03-2021 and Zone Variance No. 01-2021 for Hidden Strength Gym at 1442 Arrow Highway, Unit K, allowing operation of a fitness facility with a reduced parking ratio. The Commission also approved Resolution No. 800(21), recommending City Council approval of Site Plan and Design Review No. 01-2021 for a 12,016 square-foot two-story office and warehouse building at 2511 Buena Vista Street. Both items were approved unanimously by the three commissioners present.

• Approved CUP No. 03-2021 and Zone Variance No. 01-2021 for Hidden Strength Gym (3-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 800(21) recommending City Council approval of Site Plan and Design Review No. 01-2021 (3-0)
• Approved minutes of January 20, 2021 meeting (3-0)
• Moved Item B from Consent Calendar to next meeting

City Council

The City Council directed staff to solicit bids for a tree trimming, maintenance, and arborist inspection services contract, after a motion to waive bidding and award directly to West Coast Arborist was retracted. The council also approved a records retention consulting contract, a COVID-19 supplemental paid sick leave policy, a park bench plaque dedication policy, a resident identification card policy, and accepted a gift of a billboard lease from Vulcan Lands. A zone ordinance amendment for non-SMARA pits was introduced for first reading.

• Directed staff to solicit bids for tree trimming, maintenance, and arborist inspection services (3-2)
• Approved $47,120 records retention consulting contract with Records Control Services, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved COVID-19 Supplemental Paid Sick Leave policy (unanimous)
• Approved Park Bench Plaque Dedication Policy (unanimous)
• Approved Resident Identification Card Policy with two affidavits allowed (unanimous)
• Accepted gift from Vulcan Lands of Clear Channel Outdoor lease for five billboards at 15990 Foothill Blvd (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 756 for first reading, adding Chapter 17.130 for non-SMARA pits (unanimous)

City Council

The Irwindale City Council approved the consent calendar, including the use of $146,500 in COPS grant funds for two police vehicles, a donation to the Irwindale Educational Foundation, a COVID-19 travel policy, and a $15,789 homeless services grant. A separate agreement with Ralph Andersen & Associates for a compensation study update was approved for up to $26,950. The council also extended the local COVID-19 emergency and received a legislative update.

• Approved COPS grant funds totaling $146,500 for two police vehicles, waiving formal bidding (Resolution 2021-23-3245)
• Adopted donation of billboard use to Irwindale Educational Foundation (Resolution 2021-24-3246; Garcia abstained)
• Approved COVID-19 Travel and Quarantine Policy
• Accepted $15,789 from San Gabriel Valley COG for homelessness programs (Resolution 2021-27-3249)
• Approved compensation study update with Ralph Andersen & Associates, not to exceed $26,950 (Resolution 2021-20-3242)
• Extended local COVID-19 emergency (Resolution 2021-26-3248)
• Received and filed 2021 Legislative Bills to Watch matrix; retroactively approved letter supporting Valley County Water District New Reservoirs Project
• Pulled City Council term limits item from consideration

Senior Citizen Commission

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission is holding a regular teleconference meeting. The agenda includes approving the minutes from the March 22, 2021 meeting, a verbal report on Senior Center fitness equipment, and updates from the Senior Center Manager and Public Services Director. The meeting is closed to the public but offers remote participation via Zoom.

• Approve minutes of March 22, 2021 regular meeting
• Verbal report on Senior Center fitness equipment
• Senior Center Manager update
• Public Services Director update

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission unanimously approved the consent calendar, including the March 22, 2021 minutes. Staff reported on new fitness equipment at the Senior Center, requiring appointments and 45-minute use intervals. Upcoming events and program updates were presented, with no formal votes on these items.

• Approved consent calendar including March 22, 2021 minutes (unanimous; Acosta absent)
• Heard report on new Senior Center fitness equipment; appointments required, 45-minute intervals
• Noted Care Package Program registrations increased from 10 to 20

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a city-initiated zoning ordinance amendment (No. 01-2021) that would add Chapter 17.130 to the Irwindale Municipal Code, requiring a Development Agreement with the city before reclaiming mining pits exempt from the Surface Mining and Reclamation Act (SMARA). The commission is also scheduled to receive a presentation on the Irwindale Active Transportation Plan. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, with participation via webinar and email comments.

• Public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 01-2021 to regulate reclamation of non-SMARA pits city-wide
• Proposed Ordinance No. 756 would require a Development Agreement for reclamation of non-SMARA pits
• CEQA exemption finding for the ordinance (Sections 15378 and 15061(b)(3))
• Presentation on the Irwindale Active Transportation Plan
• No minutes for approval on the consent calendar

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend approval of Ordinance No. 756, which would add Chapter 17.130 to the Irwindale Municipal Code to regulate reclamation of mining pits exempt from SMARA. The recommendation includes adding a definition of 'reclamation' to the ordinance. The Commission also received a presentation on the Irwindale Active Transportation Plan, with no action taken.

• Recommended approval of Ordinance No. 756 for non-SMARA pit reclamation (5-0)
• Directed staff to add a definition of 'reclamation' to the draft ordinance
• Received presentation on Irwindale Active Transportation Plan (no action)

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will hold a special closed session and regular open meeting, including consent items and new business. The most consequential item is a proposal to adopt resolutions approving organizational changes, including a new job classification, freezing/unfreezing management positions, updating job specifications, and creating a new Public Services Department. The agenda also includes routine approvals of minutes, warrants, claim rejections, and participation in an animal licensing amnesty program.

• Appropriation of $170,969.64 in COPS supplemental law enforcement funds (Resolution 2021-21-3243)
• Lease of City's 285.38 acre-feet of groundwater pumping rights to San Gabriel Valley Water Company for FY 2020/2021
• Appropriation of MTA Proposition A funds for Foothill Boulevard bus shelter column repairs (Resolution 2021-22-3244)
• Rejection of claims by Andrea Carr-Fraijo and Jonathan Carr-Fraijo against the City
• Housing Authority: subordination of home purchase loan at 4610 Nora Avenue and loan extension for IMD Enterprises, LLC

The City Council unanimously approved a set of resolutions reorganizing city staff, including creating a new Public Services Department and updating job classifications and salaries. The changes were estimated to cost $8,500 for the remainder of the fiscal year. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included rejecting two claims against the city and leasing water rights.

• Approved organizational changes creating Public Services Department (unanimous, Mayor abstaining)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-21-3243 appropriating $170,969.64 for COPS program
• Leased 285.38 acre-feet of groundwater pumping rights to San Gabriel Valley Water Company
• Adopted Resolution 2021-22-3244 for Foothill Boulevard bus shelter repairs
• Rejected claim of Andrea Carr-Fraijo vs. City of Irwindale
• Rejected claim of Jonathan Carr-Fraijo vs. City of Irwindale
• Approved participation in LA County Animal Licensing Amnesty Program
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and warrants

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Irwindale Parks & Recreation Commission is meeting to receive updates and provide comments on the Jardin de Roca Skate Park basketball and tennis court repairs and resurfacing, specifically the new colors, and on exercise equipment for the Dan Diaz Recreation Center. They will also consider approving a draft Park Bench Plaque Dedication Policy to recommend to the City Council. The meeting is held via videoconference due to COVID-19 and is closed to the public.

• Jardin de Roca Skate Park basketball and tennis court repairs and resurfacing – receive update and approve new colors
• Exercise equipment update for Dan Diaz Recreation Center – receive and file
• Draft Park Bench Plaque Dedication Policy – approve and recommend to City Council
• Consent calendar: approve minutes of February 17 and March 3, 2021 meetings

City Council

The Irwindale City Council and Housing Authority are holding a special meeting. The City Council will conduct a closed-session performance evaluation of the City Manager. The Housing Authority will discuss the status of the Mayans Housing Project and consider approving a new equity sharing policy for its affordable housing programs.

• Closed session: City Manager performance evaluation
• Status update on Mayans Housing Project, Phase 4 nearing completion (7 units, expected late July/August 2021)
• Proposed equity sharing policy for Substantial Rehabilitation and First Time Homebuyer programs
• Recertification of Phase 4 lottery awardees and new award for 704 A Street
• Closed session: potential litigation (1 case)

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will hold a special closed session to discuss labor negotiations, existing litigation, and a performance evaluation, followed by a regular open session. In open session, the council will consider adopting the 2021 Legislative Platform, organizational changes including new job classifications and a new Public Services Department, an updated Emergency Operations Plan, and the 2020 Housing Element Progress Report. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as minutes, warrants, a claim rejection, and a fee waiver for the American Red Cross.

• Adopt 2021 Legislative Platform
• Organizational changes: new job classifications, freeze/unfreeze management positions, create Public Services Department (Resolutions 2021-22-3234, 2021-23-3235, 2021-29-3241)
• Adopt amended Emergency Operations Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan (Resolution 2021-25-3237)
• Approve 2020 General Plan Annual Housing Element Progress Report
• Reject claim of Alexander Rendon vs. City of Irwindale

The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2021-25-3237, approving the amended Emergency Operations Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan, and authorizing the City Manager to submit them to the California Emergency Management Agency. The council also approved the 2021 Legislative Platform, the 2020 General Plan Annual Housing Element Progress Report, and several consent calendar items, including rejecting a claim and waiving fees for the American Red Cross. A discussion on organizational changes was postponed to the May 26, 2021 meeting.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-25-3237 approving the Emergency Operations Plan and Continuity of Operations Plan.
• Approved the 2021 Legislative Platform.
• Approved the 2020 General Plan Annual Housing Element Progress Report and authorized its submission to state agencies.
• Approved the Consent Calendar, including minutes, warrants, rejection of a claim, and a fee waiver for the American Red Cross.
• Postponed discussion of organizational changes to the May 26, 2021 meeting.

Senior Citizen Commission

The Commission will elect a new Chair and Vice-Chair during this meeting. Additionally, members will receive an update regarding the Senior Center Fitness Equipment Project.

• Reorganization of the Senior Citizen Commission to elect a Chair and Vice-Chair
• Update on the Senior Center Fitness Equipment Project involving a canopy and new equipment

The Senior Citizen Commission reorganized, unanimously electing Commissioner Guzman as Chair and approving Commissioner Diaz as Vice Chair. The Commission also approved the consent calendar, including the February 22, 2021 minutes. Staff provided updates on new fitness equipment, upcoming events, and city services.

• Approved Commissioner Guzman as Chair by unanimous vote.
• Approved Commissioner Diaz as Vice Chair (3 in favor, 1 opposed).
• Approved the Consent Calendar, including the February 22, 2021 minutes.
• Received updates on fitness equipment, events, and city services.

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Irwindale Planning Commission meeting for Wednesday, March 17, 2021, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The notice was issued by Administrative Secretary Berlyn Aguila on March 12, 2021.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will hold a special closed session to evaluate the City Manager's performance, followed by a regular open meeting. The council will consider adopting ordinances for a Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer Station project, approving contracts for CEQA work and road resurfacing, and accepting the annual financial report. They will also discuss a 10-acre parcel on Allen Drive and provide direction on a legislative platform.

• Adopt Ordinance No. 752 and 753 for the Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer Station project at 2200 Arrow Highway
• Approve contract with PlaceWorks, Inc. for CEQA documents for a 125,475 sq ft building at 4416 Azusa Canyon Road
• Award $492,055 contract to Hardy and Harper for the 2020-2021 Resurfacing Project
• Adopt Resolution to extend local COVID-19 emergency and authorize stipends for Senior Citizen Commission
• Discuss and provide direction on the 10-acre parcel on the east side of Allen Drive

The City Council directed staff to pursue transferring the 10-acre parcel on the east side of Allen Drive to the Housing Authority for housing uses and to begin rezoning and General Plan amendment to designate the property as residential. The motion was unanimously approved with Councilmember Breceda absent. The Council also approved several other items, including contracts, ordinances, and resolutions.

• Approved the Consent Calendar, including minutes, warrants, and payroll, with Item 1E removed for separate consideration.
• Adopted Ordinance No. 755 (second reading) approving Amendment No. 1 to Development Agreement No. 02-06 for property at 15990 Foothill Boulevard.
• Adopted Ordinances No. 752 and 753 (second reading) regarding solid waste franchises, material recovery facilities, and a development agreement with Athens Services.
• Approved a Project Reimbursement Agreement with Rexford Industrial Realty, Inc. for CEQA and City Attorney costs for a proposed industrial building at 4416 Azusa Canyon Road.
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to the contract with Iteris, Inc. for design services, increasing the contract amount to $121,870.
• Awarded contracts for the 2020-2021 Resurfacing Project: Hardy and Harper ($492,055), SA Associates ($64,000), and adopted Resolution No. 2021-27-3239 for a balance transfer of $185,535.27.
• Approved a contract with PlaceWorks, Inc. for CEQA documents for a speculative building at 4416 Azusa Canyon Road.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-22-3234 extending the local COVID-19 emergency and retroactively authorizing stipends to Senior Citizen Commission members.

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Irwindale Parks & Recreation Commission will meet via teleconference to receive updates on the Senior Center Fitness Equipment Project and the FY 2020-2021 Recreation Department Budget, focusing on Special Events and Programs & Activities divisions. The meeting is closed to the public, but participation is available via webinar.

• Update on Senior Center Fitness Equipment Project, including installation of four outdoor fitness units and a shade canopy at the Senior Center patio.
• Budget workshop #2 for FY 2020-2021 Recreation Department, covering Special Events and Programs & Activities divisions.
• Verbal update on the Easter Eggstravaganza event.
• Recreation Department, Public Works Department, and Assistant City Manager updates.
• Commissioner items and requests.

City Council

The Irwindale City Council and Successor Agency will hold a joint public hearing to consider certifying the 2020 Final Environmental Impact Report and approving agreements for a Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer Station at 2200 Arrow Highway. The council will also consider a zoning code update timeline, an update on the Arrow Highway Panattoni site, and several routine consent items including a $36,400 COPS grant budget transfer for police vehicle equipment.

• Certify 2020 Final EIR and approve Disposition and Development Agreement for Materials Recovery Facility at 2200 Arrow Highway (APN: 8535-001-911)
• Approve Parcel Map No. 82551 for 1270 Arrow Highway
• Approve COPS grant fund budget transfer of $36,400 for outfitting 3 police vehicles
• Reject claim of Antonia Guevara vs. City of Irwindale
• Approve CUP Modification No. 01-2021 and Amendment No. 1 to Development Agreement No. 02-06 for Vulcan Materials at 15990 Foothill Boulevard

The City Council approved the Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer Station project at 2200 Arrow Highway, including certification of the 2020 Final Environmental Impact Report, a Disposition and Development Agreement with Athens Services, a General Plan Amendment, a Conditional Use Permit, a Site Plan and Design Review, and a Franchise and Facility Operations Agreement. The council also introduced ordinances for first reading to amend the municipal code and approve a Development Agreement with Athens Services. The project will be built in one phase over 18 months, with construction anticipated to begin in fall 2021.

• Certified the 2020 Final Environmental Impact Report for the MRF/TS project (Resolution CC 2021-08-3270)
• Approved the Disposition and Development Agreement with Athens Services (Resolution CC 2021-09-3271)
• Adopted General Plan Amendment No. 02-2016 changing land use from commercial to commercial/industrial at 2200 Arrow Highway (Resolution 2021-10-3272)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 752 for first reading, amending the municipal code regarding solid waste franchises and material recovery facilities
• Introduced Ordinance No. 753 for first reading, approving Development Agreement No. 02-2016 with Athens Services
• Approved Conditional Use Permit No. 08-2016 for a convenience store and public gas station (Resolution 2021-11-3273)
• Approved Site Plan and Design Review No. 06-2016 for the MRF/TS building and convenience store (Resolution 2021-12-3274)
• Approved the Franchise and Facility Operations Agreement with Arakelian Enterprises, Inc., dba Athens Services (Resolution 2021-06-3268)

Senior Citizen Commission

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission is meeting to receive, review, and file a City Council resolution establishing a policy on electronic media and device use during public meetings. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and updates from the Senior Center Manager and Assistant City Manager. The meeting is held via teleconference due to COVID-19 and is closed to the public.

• Review Resolution No. 2020-55-3165 on electronic media and devices policy
• Approve minutes from February 24, 2020 regular meeting
• Senior Center Manager update on activities and trips
• Assistant City Manager update
• Public comments via spontaneous communications

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission met on February 22, 2021, and unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the February 24, 2020 special meeting. The commission received and filed a staff report on the City Council's Electronic Media and Devices Policy (Resolution No. 2020-55-3165). Senior Center Manager Beltran provided updates on upcoming virtual and contactless activities, including a St. Patrick's Day meal event and various Zoom classes.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes of Feb 24, 2020 special meeting (unanimous)
• Received and filed report on Electronic Media and Devices Policy (consensus)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Irwindale Parks & Recreation Commission is holding a special teleconference meeting to receive updates on the Jardin de Roca fitness equipment project, park bench plaque dedication policy, swimming pool operations, and the current and upcoming recreation budgets. The commission will also provide input on the FY 2021-2022 Recreation Budget and hear verbal updates on the Easter Eggstravaganza and department reports. The meeting is closed to the public per COVID-19 executive orders, but public comments are allowed via webinar.

• Update on Jardin de Roca Fitness Equipment Project
• Receive and file update on park bench plaque dedication policy
• Update on Irwindale Swimming Pool operations and maintenance
• FY 2020-2021 Recreation Budget update (Administration and Pool Divisions)
• Input on FY 2021-2022 Recreation Budget

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will consider consent items including a reimbursement agreement with CenterPoint Properties for CEQA and attorney costs, a contract with EPD Solutions for CEQA documents for a proposed industrial building, and a $140,000 appropriation for sewer pump replacement. New business includes discussion on property listing at 16158 & 16154 Arrow Highway and criteria for Veterans' Memorial names. The meeting is held virtually due to COVID-19.

• Approve Project Reimbursement Agreement with CenterPoint Properties Trust for CEQA and City Attorney costs for proposed industrial building at 5265 4th Street
• Approve contract with EPD Solutions, Inc. for CEQA documents for 142,078 sq ft light industrial building at 5625 4th Street
• Adopt Resolution No. 2021-19-3281 appropriating $140,000 for sewer pump replacement in Irwindale Business Center Sewer Maintenance Assessment District
• Accept Community Center Building HVAC and Roof Rehabilitation Improvements Project with final amount $564,116.02
• Discuss property listing at 16158 & 16154 Arrow Highway and criteria for Veterans' Memorial names

The City Council unanimously approved amended criteria for placing names on the Irwindale Veterans' Monument, expanding eligibility to any honorably discharged U.S. veteran who lived in Irwindale or made a significant contribution to the community, as determined by the Council. The Council also approved the consent calendar, including a $140,000 sewer pump replacement appropriation and a $564,116.02 final amount for the Community Center HVAC and roof project. A motion to appraise the property at 16158 & 16154 Arrow Highway was approved unanimously, with two members recused.

• Approved amended Veterans' Monument criteria (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including warrants and payroll (unanimous)
• Approved $140,000 appropriation for sewer pump replacement (Resolution 2021-19-3281)
• Accepted Community Center HVAC/roof project at $564,116.02 final amount
• Approved property appraisal for 16158 & 16154 Arrow Highway (unanimous, 2 recused)
• Approved CEQA reimbursement agreement with CenterPoint Properties Trust
• Approved consulting contract with EPD Solutions for CEQA documents

Planning Commission

The Irwindale Planning Commission will hold a special meeting to consider amending Development Agreement No. 02-06 and Conditional Use Permit No. 7-06 to remove the Reliance II site at 15990 Foothill Boulevard from the approved Reclamation Plan. The commission will also receive an update on the Alpha Street automobile dismantling overlay zone's 2020 monitoring and compliance report. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, with participation available via webinar and email comments.

• Public hearing on Amendment No. 1 to Development Agreement No. 02-06 and CUP Modification No. 01-2021 for Calmat/Vulcan Materials at 15990 Foothill Boulevard (APNs: 8604-019-001, 8604-019-003, 8604-019-010)
• Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 796(21) and Resolution No. 797(21) recommending City Council approval of the amendment and modification
• Alpha Street Update: 2020 monitoring report on 37 businesses (35 auto dismantlers, 1 tow yard, 1 contractor storage yard) in the Automobile Dismantling Overlay Zone
• CEQA exemption under Section 15061(b)(3) for the Reliance II amendment, as it terminates rights and obligations with no environmental impact
• No minutes for approval on the consent calendar

The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend that the City Council approve Amendment No. 1 to Development Agreement No. 02-06 and Conditional Use Permit Modification No. 01-2021 for the Vulcan Materials (CalMat) site at 15990 Foothill Boulevard. This action removes the Reliance II site from the combined CUP and Development Agreement, as its reclamation is complete and the site is now governed by the Reliance II Specific Plan. The Commission also received a staff update on the Alpha Street automobile dismantling operations, noting 15 inspections and 5 noncompliance notices in 2020.

• Recommended City Council approval of Ordinance No. 755 (Amendment No. 1 to Development Agreement No. 02-06) (5-0)
• Recommended City Council approval of Resolution No. 797(21) (CUP Modification No. 01-2021) (5-0)
• Received 2020 yearly update on Alpha Street auto dismantling operations; no action taken

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will hold a special closed session to discuss two lawsuits and a performance evaluation, followed by a regular open session. The council will consider consent items including a $804,300 contract with Geo-Logic Associates for mining pit compliance and geotechnical services, and will vote on mid-year budget adjustments for FY 2020-2021. The Housing Authority will also consider terminating affordable housing agreements on several properties.

• Approve $804,300 contract with Geo-Logic Associates for SMARA compliance and geotechnical services
• Adopt Resolution No. 2021-18-3280 for FY 2020-2021 budget adjustments
• Approve plans and specifications for 2020-2021 Resurfacing Project P-1026
• Terminate affordable housing agreements on 8 properties (e.g., 16128 Calle de Paseo, 16038 Peppertree Lane)
• Discuss park bench dedication policy and swimming pool operations

The City Council approved Resolution No. 2021-18-3280 for FY 2020-2021 budget adjustments, but excluded the proposed personnel changes (three permanent part-time positions) from the approval. The council also directed staff to research pool operations and maintenance costs, and to develop a park bench dedication policy. Several items were approved on the consent calendar, including a $804,300 contract for engineering services.

• Approved budget adjustments Resolution No. 2021-18-3280, excluding personnel changes (3-2)
• Approved $804,300 contract with Geo-Logic Associates for engineering services (consent)
• Approved 2020-2021 Resurfacing Project plans and authorized bid solicitation (consent)
• Approved warrants, demands, and payroll (consent)
• Directed staff to research pool maintenance and operation requirements, including updated quote from pool contractor (unanimous)
• Directed staff to work with Guerrero family on bench dedication and develop new policy (unanimous, Garcia abstaining)
• Directed staff to evaluate Recreation Department expenditures and part-time staff (3-2)
• Approved motion to discuss Veterans Monument policy at future meeting (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Irwindale Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposal by Athens Services for a materials recovery facility/transfer station, convenience store, and public gas station at 2200 Arrow Highway. The commission will consider certifying the 2020 Final Environmental Impact Report and recommend approval of related permits and agreements to the City Council. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and reorganization of the commission with election of a Chair and Vice-Chair.

• Public hearing on 2020 FEIR, General Plan Amendment, Zone Ordinance Amendment, Development Agreement, Conditional Use Permit, and Site Plan Review for Athens Services project at 2200 Arrow Highway (APN 8535-001-911)
• Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 790(21) for EIR certification and CEQA findings
• Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 791(21) to change General Plan land use from Commercial to Commercial/Industrial
• Recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 793(21) for Development Agreement No. 02-2016 with Athens Services
• Reorganization of Planning Commission with election of Chair and Vice-Chair

The Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend that the City Council certify the 2020 Final Environmental Impact Report and approve all entitlements for the Athens Services Materials Recovery Facility/Transfer Station, convenience store, and gas station at 2200 Arrow Highway. The project had been previously approved in 2017 but was vacated after litigation; the new EIR addressed four court-ordered issues. The commission also reorganized, re-electing Arthur R. Tapia as Chair and Enoch Burrola as Vice Chair.

• Recommended certification of 2020 Final EIR (5-0)
• Recommended General Plan Amendment 02-2016 to commercial/industrial (5-0)
• Recommended Zoning Ordinance Amendment 04-2016 (5-0)
• Recommended Development Agreement 02-2016 (5-0)
• Recommended Conditional Use Permit 08-2016 for beer/wine and gas station (5-0)
• Recommended Site Plan and Design Review 06-2016 (5-0)
• Approved December 16, 2020 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Re-elected Arthur R. Tapia as Chair and Enoch Burrola as Vice Chair (5-0)

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will hold a regular meeting with closed session items including a city manager performance evaluation, real property negotiations with KB Home, and a worker's compensation claim. In open session, the council will consider extending the local COVID-19 emergency, appointing a senior citizen commissioner, and approving a howitzer monument for veterans. The agenda also includes routine consent items and a public hearing on the proposed use of CDBG funds for FY 2021-2022.

• Resolution to extend local COVID-19 emergency
• Appointment of a Senior Citizen Commissioner
• Resolution to apply for a howitzer anti-tank gun for a veterans monument at 14988 Los Angeles Street
• Public hearing on proposed use of CDBG allocation for FY 2021-2022
• Acceptance of $8,979.77 grant for library broadband equipment

The Irwindale City Council unanimously adopted a resolution extending the local COVID-19 emergency and ratified actions by the City Manager. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included adopting Ordinance No. 754 amending the reclamation fund cap and annual transfers, and accepting an $8,979.77 state broadband grant for library equipment. In new business, the council voted 3-2 to re-advertise a Senior Citizen Commissioner vacancy rather than appoint from existing applicants, and unanimously approved a resolution to apply for a U.S. Army howitzer anti-tank gun for a veterans monument at 14988 Los Angeles Street.

• Extended local COVID-19 emergency via Resolution No. 2021-02-3264 (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 754 amending reclamation fund cap and annual transfers (unanimous)
• Accepted $8,979.77 High-Speed Broadband in CA Libraries Grant for firewall/wireless equipment (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-17-3279 to apply for howitzer anti-tank gun for veterans monument (unanimous)
• Approved FY 2021-2022 CDBG allocation use via Resolution No. 2021-01-3263 (unanimous)
• Voted 3-2 to re-advertise Senior Citizen Commissioner vacancy instead of appointing from current applicants
• Approved motion to dedicate a park bench in memory of Rosie Guerrero (unanimous)
• Approved 3-2 motion to study making Swimming Pool Facility a separate department from Recreation

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting via teleconference, including the swearing-in of Commissioner Teresa Ortiz and reorganization with election of Chair and Vice-Chair. They will also receive updates on fitness equipment at the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, the recreation budget, and Irwindale Park Improvements Phase III. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Swearing-in of Commissioner Teresa Ortiz
• Election of Chair and Vice-Chair for the Commission
• Update on fitness equipment at Dan Diaz Recreation Center, including replacement of Cybex Trainer
• Recreation budget update (verbal report)
• Irwindale Park Improvements Phase III verbal update