Norwalk public meetings in 2022
53 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission
The Norwalk Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a Precise Development Plan for a new 9,600-square-foot multi-tenant commercial building at 12241 Imperial Highway. The commission will also discuss the 6th Cycle (2021-2029) Housing Element Update and consider reorganization of the commission's chair and vice chair positions.
- Precise Development Plan No. 2022-02 for a 9,600 sq ft commercial building at 12241 Imperial Highway
- Reorganization of Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair positions
- Approval of minutes from September 14, 2022 special meeting
- Discussion of 6th Cycle (2021-2029) Housing Element Update
- Review of Director Approval Requests and update on ongoing projects
The Planning Commission approved a plan to construct a 9,600 square foot multi-tenant commercial building. The commission also approved previous meeting minutes and provided input on the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update.
- Approved Precise Development Plan No. 2022-02 for a commercial building at 12241 Imperial Highway (4-1)
- Approved minutes of the September 14, 2022 Special Meeting
- Received and filed report on 6th Cycle (2021-2029) Housing Element Update after providing input
- Received and filed staff reports on Director Approval Requests and ongoing projects
Special City Council meeting
The City Council will certify the November 8, 2022 election results, which re-elected Tony Ayala and Jennifer Perez to four-year terms. The council will also reorganize by selecting a new Mayor and Vice Mayor for the upcoming year. Additionally, the council will consider canceling the December 20, 2022 meeting and making appointments to the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District and the Planning Commission.
- Certify election results: Tony Ayala and Jennifer Perez re-elected with 18,887 ballots cast (33% turnout)
- Reorganize council: select Mayor and Vice Mayor for the year
- Cancel December 20, 2022 City Council meeting
- Appoint a trustee to the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District for a two- or four-year term
- Planning Commission appointments by Councilmembers Ayala and Perez for four-year terms
The City Council certified the results of the November 8, 2022, general municipal election and reorganized its leadership for the upcoming year. The council also made appointments to the Planning Commission and the Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District.
- Canceled the December 20, 2022 City Council meeting (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 22-70 certifying November 8, 2022 election results (5-0)
- Selected Vice Mayor Valencia to serve as Mayor (5-0)
- Selected Councilmember Rios to serve as Vice Mayor (5-0)
- Appointed Vice Mayor Rios as trustee to Greater Los Angeles County Vector Control District (5-0)
- Reappointed Kim Apodaca and Linda Lopez to the Planning Commission (5-0)
Successor Agency
The Successor Agency to the Norwalk Redevelopment Agency will consider approving the minutes of its October 4, 2022 meeting and a warrant register totaling $235,250 for the period September 27 through November 28, 2022. The only substantive item is the warrant approval, which includes a payment to the Norwalk-La Mirada School District for the Hoxie Lease.
- Approve warrant register for $235,250, including $235,250 to Norwalk-La Mirada School District for Hoxie Lease
- Approve minutes of October 4, 2022 regular meeting
The Successor Agency to the Norwalk Redevelopment Agency approved the warrant register for the period of September 27 through November 28, 2022. The Agency also approved the minutes from the October 4, 2022 meeting.
- Approved minutes of October 4, 2022 meeting (5-0)
- Approved warrant register from Sept 27 to Nov 28, 2022 totaling $235,250 (5-0)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider awarding contracts for traffic signal improvements on Alondra Boulevard and Studebaker Road, and a public hearing on widening Firestone Boulevard. They will also discuss declaring a homeless state of emergency and consider renaming the Social Services Center.
- Award $1,595,850 contract to Select Electric for traffic signal improvements on Alondra Boulevard from Home Depot to Shoemaker Avenue
- Award $1,579,769 contract to California Professional Engineering for traffic signal improvements on Studebaker Road from Kenny Street to Rosecrans Avenue
- Public hearing on Firestone Boulevard widening project between Hoxie Avenue/I-605 ramps and Imperial Highway
- Discussion on declaring a homeless state of emergency
- Proposal to rename the Norwalk Social Services Center after Jesse M. Luera
The City Council approved the Firestone Boulevard Widening Project and awarded construction contracts for traffic signal improvements on Alondra Boulevard and Studebaker Road. The Council also authorized the closure of City facilities from December 27 to December 30, 2022, and approved a contract for economic development consulting.
- Approved Firestone Boulevard Widening Project and associated mitigation program (5-0)
- Awarded $1,595,850 contract to Select Electric, Inc. for Alondra Boulevard traffic signals
- Awarded $1,579,769 contract to California Professional Engineering, Inc. for Studebaker Road traffic signals
- Approved closure of City Hall and facilities Dec 27-30, 2022 (4-0-1)
- Awarded economic development consulting contract to Kosmont Companies up to $125,000 annually (5-0)
- Approved $60,350 contract to WGJ Enterprises, Inc. for speed cushions on Dollison Drive (5-0)
- Approved special event permit for Norwalk Farmers Market Tuesdays, Jan 3 to Dec 30, 2023
- Directed staff to prepare options to address homelessness (5-0)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will discuss and provide direction on declaring a homeless state of emergency. They will also consider adopting the 2022 California building codes and awarding contracts for traffic signal improvements and park expansion.
- Discussion on declaring a homeless state of emergency
- Adoption of 2022 California Building Standards Codes (Ordinance No. 22-1738)
- Award of $1,310,500 contract for Intelligent Transportation System improvements on Firestone Boulevard
- Approval of $856,500 contract for project management services for Holifield Park expansion (former Tank Farm)
- Appointments to fill vacancies on city advisory bodies
City Council adopted Ordinance No. 22-1738 and Resolution No. 22-63 to implement the 2022 California building, fire, and safety codes. The council also approved several transportation infrastructure contracts and budget amendments for traffic signal improvements.
- Adopted 2022 California Building and Safety Standards Codes (4-0)
- Awarded $1.31M construction contract to Select Electric, Inc. for Firestone Blvd improvements
- Approved $385,125.48 purchase of three paratransit vans from Creative Bus Sales, Inc.
- Approved payroll of $1,029,232.65 and warrant register of $3,117,453.08
- Denied claims filed by Oscar Gonzalez and the State of California, Department of Transportation
- Approved $45,000 amendment for public affairs services with Merino, Barajas & Associates, Inc.
- Appointed Ray Hernandez-Silva to the Public Safety Commission (4-0)
- Tabled economic development consulting contract and homeless state of emergency discussion
Housing Authority
The Norwalk Housing Authority will consider approving the minutes from its October 18, 2022 meeting and a series of warrant payments totaling $666,146.50 for housing assistance under the Section 8 program. The agenda also includes a report from the Community Development Director and an opportunity for oral public comment.
- Approval of meeting minutes from October 18, 2022
- Approval of warrant runs from October 15 to November 1, 2022 totaling $666,146.50 for Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher payments
The Housing Authority approved the minutes from the October 18, 2022 meeting. The board also approved warrant runs totaling $666,146.50 for the period of October 15 through November 1, 2022.
- Approved October 18, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved warrant runs from Oct 15 to Nov 1, 2022 totaling $666,146.50 (5-0)
City Council Meeting
The Norwalk City Council will consider adopting ordinances to prohibit spectators at illegal speed contests and ban unlawful possession of catalytic converters. The council will also introduce new building codes and make appointments to fill vacancies on city advisory bodies.
- Ordinance to prohibit spectators at illegal speed contests or exhibitions of speed
- Ordinance to prohibit unlawful possession of catalytic converters
- Introduction of 2022 California Building, Residential, Fire, Plumbing, Electrical, Mechanical, Existing Building, and Green Building Standard Codes
- Final payment of up to $44,314.80 to Casso & Sparks, LLC for legal services related to storm sewer system discharges
- Appointments to fill vacancies on various city advisory bodies
City Council approved several municipal code updates, including prohibitions on spectators at illegal speed contests and the unlawful possession of catalytic converters. The council also approved payroll, commercial demands, and introduced the 2022 California Building Standards Codes for a future hearing.
- Approved payroll for Oct 2–Oct 15, 2022, totaling $1,039,685.40
- Approved warrant register for Oct 11–Oct 24, 2022, totaling $3,890,369.03
- Denied claim filed by Margarita Rodriguez
- Adopted Resolution No. 22-61 to destroy obsolete HR and Transportation records
- Adopted Ordinance No. 22-1736 prohibiting spectators at illegal speed contests
- Adopted Ordinance No. 22-1737 prohibiting unlawful possession of catalytic converters
- Approved final payment to Casso & Sparks, LLC not-to-exceed $44,314.80
- Introduced Ordinance No. 22-1738 adopting 2022 California Building Standards Codes (5-0)
Housing Authority
The Norwalk Housing Authority will consider approving consent calendar items including meeting minutes and a warrant run totaling $665,575.42 for housing assistance payments under the Section 8 program. The meeting also includes a community development director's report and oral communications.
- Approval of warrant run from Sept 15 to Oct 1, 2022 for $665,575.42 in housing assistance payments
- Approval of minutes from the September 20, 2022 regular meeting
- Payments include direct deposits and paper checks to property owners and management companies for Section 8 vouchers
City Council Meeting
The Norwalk City Council will hold a regular meeting on October 18, 2022, with a closed session beforehand to discuss anticipated litigation and real property negotiations. The council will consider adopting ordinances to create a Norwalk Entertainment District with a specific plan and development agreement, ban smoking in multi-unit rental dwellings, and prohibit spectators at illegal speed contests and unlawful possession of catalytic converters. They will also hold a public hearing on applying for state housing grant funding and make appointments to advisory bodies.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 22-1734 establishing the Norwalk Entertainment District – Civic Center Specific Plan and Ordinance No. 22-1735 approving a development agreement with Primestor Development, Inc.
- Adopt Ordinance No. 22-1733 prohibiting smoking in multi-unit rental dwellings.
- Introduce Ordinance No. 22-1736 prohibiting spectators at illegal speed contests and Ordinance No. 22-1737 prohibiting unlawful possession of catalytic converters.
- Public hearing on Resolution No. 22-60 to apply for grant funding from the California Department of Housing and Community Development's Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program.
- Approve payroll of $1,037,316.08 and commercial demands of $2,102,711.91.
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several items including the Norwalk Entertainment District - Civic Center project. The agenda also includes a proposed ordinance to prohibit smoking in multi-unit rental dwellings.
- Norwalk Entertainment District - Civic Center Project: General Plan amendment, zone change, and development agreement with Primestor Development, Inc.
- Ordinance No. 22-1733: Prohibiting smoking at multi-unit rental dwellings
- Agreement with Superion, LLC for web-based timecard software ($12,300)
- Ground lease agreement for the Norwalk Entertainment District - Civic Center Project
- Option agreements for a mixed-use project within the Heart of Norwalk project area
Successor Agency
The Successor Agency is meeting to consider routine consent calendar items. The body will review meeting minutes and a warrant register for recent expenditures.
- Approval of warrant register for August 30, 2022 through September 26, 2022 in the amount of $352,875.00
- Approval of September 6, 2022 meeting minutes
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider approving payroll and commercial demand payments totaling over $4.6 million. The body will also discuss funding for Little Lake Park parking lot improvements and adopt a list of road maintenance projects for fiscal year 2022/23.
- Approval of payroll for Aug 21 – Sept 3, 2022, in the amount of $1,027,839.90
- Approval of warrant register for Aug 30 – Sept 8, 2022, in the amount of $3,597,506.95
- Acceptance of work for Advanced Metering Infrastructure Meter System Installation Phase 2 from Stephen Doreck Equipment Rentals, Inc. for $534,585
- Resolution No. 22-52 to adopt the FY 2022/23 road maintenance and rehabilitation project list
- Closed session negotiation with Primestor Development Inc. regarding Assessor Property Numbers 8056-015-014 and 8056-025-020
Housing Authority
The Norwalk Housing Authority is meeting to review routine consent calendar items. The body is deciding on the approval of meeting minutes and a series of payment warrants for housing assistance.
- Approval of warrant runs from August 15, 2022, through September 1, 2022, totaling $662,907.70
- Approval of August 16, 2022, regular meeting minutes
- Housing assistance payments for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program
Special City Council Community Meeting
The City Council is holding a special meeting to provide updates on public safety, parks and recreation, and public services. No formal actions are required for these reports. The meeting includes a session for staff to answer community questions on various city issues.
- Public Safety update
- Parks and Recreation update
- Public Services update
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request by Primestor Development, Inc. to create a mixed-use development. The proposal includes commercial space, residential units, and open space on a 13.2-acre site.
- Proposed mixed-use development with up to 110,000 sq ft of commercial use and 350 residential units (minimum 15% affordable)
- Request for 100,000 sq ft (2.3 acres) of open space
- General Plan Amendment No. 184 to change land use from Institutional (I) to Mixed Use (MU)
- Zone Change No. 363 to change designation to Specific Plan 16 (SPA 16)
- Conditional Use Permit No. 2022-01 for the sale and consumption of alcohol
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review several consent calendar items including payroll, commercial demands, and contract amendments. Closed session discussions include litigation updates and real property negotiations for the Norwalk Entertainment Center and other properties.
- Negotiation of price and terms for Norwalk Entertainment Center property
- Amendment to purchase three battery electric buses and two chargers with Gillig, LLC up to $5,370,186
- Budget amendment for traffic signal improvements on Norwalk Boulevard and Pioneer Boulevard
- Agreement with Precision Material Management, LLC for transit study not to exceed $53,100
- Award of water meter reading services contract to Stephen Doreck Equipment Rentals, Inc. for $37,500
Successor Agency
The Successor Agency to the Norwalk Redevelopment Agency will review routine consent calendar items. These include the approval of the July 5, 2022, meeting minutes and a warrant register covering June 28 through August 29, 2022.
- Approval of July 5, 2022, meeting minutes
- Warrant register approval for $752,250 (June 28, 2022 – August 29, 2022)
City Council Meeting
The City Council is deciding on several infrastructure contracts for street rehabilitation and playground installations. The body will also discuss a proposed smoking ordinance for multi-unit dwellings and a resolution opposing California Proposition 26.
- Contract for $1,382,000 to Miracle Playground Sales, Inc. for equipment at Bob White, New River, Vista Verde, Norwalk, and Holifield Parks
- Street rehabilitation contracts with CJ Concrete Construction totaling $3,001,625 for Zones 3, 8, and 19
- Resolution No. 22-47 opposing California Proposition 26 regarding sports betting on American Indian lands
- Proposed smoking ordinance at multi-unit dwellings for future adoption
- Payroll approval for July 24, 2022 – August 6, 2022 in the amount of $1,073,548.20
Housing Authority
The Housing Authority is meeting to approve routine consent calendar items. This includes the minutes from the July 19, 2022 meeting and a series of warrant runs for housing assistance payments.
- Approval of warrant runs from July 15, 2022 through August 1, 2022 totaling $647,520.12
- Approval of July 19, 2022 regular meeting minutes
City Council Meeting
The City Council is considering several infrastructure contracts, including sidewalk repairs and street rehabilitation. The body will also review transit security funding and a professional services agreement for a zero emissions bus rollout plan.
- Contract for citywide sidewalk concrete repair and replacement with CJ Concrete Construction for $423,400
- Acceptance of work by All American Asphalt for $1,072,922 for local street rehabilitation in Zone 28
- Professional services agreement with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for a zero emissions bus rollout plan not to exceed $99,228
- Lot merger of city-owned property at the southwest corner of San Antonio Drive and Foster Road
- Agreement amendment with CSG Consultants, Inc. for building and planning services not to exceed $316,000
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to reorganize its Chair and Vice Chair positions. The body will also receive a development update regarding the Norwalk Entertainment District - Civic Center.
- Reorganization of the Planning Commission Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of meeting minutes from July 13, 2022
- Development update on the Norwalk Entertainment District - Civic Center
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several financial approvals, including payroll and commercial demands. The body is also deciding on a contract for environmental enhancements and a program for neighborhood rehabilitation.
- Contract award of $223,706 to KASA Construction, Inc. for median turf replacement on Imperial Highway, Rosecrans Avenue, and Firestone Boulevard
- Approval of $1,086,592.89 in payroll and $2,921,908.03 in commercial demands
- Resolution No. 22-41 for a $59,000 amendment to the Supportive Services Program agreement
- Public hearing regarding lien lists for delinquent refuse collection accounts
- Approval of the One-Ways Revitalization Program for neighborhood rehabilitation
Housing Authority
The Housing Authority will review the minutes from its June 21, 2022, meeting. The body is also asked to approve warrant runs for housing assistance payments made between June 15, 2022, and July 1, 2022.
- Approval of June 21, 2022, meeting minutes
- Warrant run approval totaling $628,527.54 for Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher payments
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission will meet to review a request for a conditional use permit regarding a new full service grocery store. The commission will also review meeting minutes from April and May 2022 and receive a development update on the Norwalk Transit Village project.
- Conditional Use Permit No. 1033: request for off-sale beer and wine (Type 20 license) at 11522 Alondra Boulevard
- Approval of meeting minutes from April 27 and May 11, 2022
- Development update regarding the Norwalk Transit Village project
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Planning Commission's denial of a precise development plan and conditional use permit. The body is also considering several contracts, payroll approvals, and updates to water conservation regulations.
- Public hearing on the appeal of the denial of Precise Development Plan 2035 and Conditional Use Permit No. 1026 for 11042 Rosecrans Avenue
- Ordinance No. 22-1732 to align water conservation requirements with state emergency regulations
- Contract with Towo Enterprise, Inc. for $386,059 for citywide sidewalk and concrete repair
- Agreement with Prime Government Solutions, Inc. for agenda management software ($39,186 in year one; $32,971 in year two)
- Approval of payroll for June 12–25, 2022, totaling $1,088,951.33
Community Forum 6-28-2020
The City Council will hold a special meeting and community forum at the Norwalk Social Services Center and via Zoom. The session includes updates on public safety, infrastructure, and parks and recreation, followed by a question and answer period.
- Public Safety Update
- Infrastructure Update
- Parks and Recreation Update
- Question and Answer session regarding city topics
Property Maintenance and Building Rehabilitation Appeals Board
The Property Maintenance and Building Rehabilitation Appeals Board is holding a public hearing regarding delinquent trash collection accounts. Staff recommends forwarding a list of properties to the City Council to be placed on the County Tax Roll if balances are not paid by July 31, 2022.
- Public hearing for 2,710 delinquent trash accounts totaling $337,903
- Proposed $25 City administrative fee for accounts not paid by July 31, 2022
- Approval of meeting minutes from June 16, 2021
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing to establish the annual budget and salary schedule for fiscal year 2022/23. The body is also considering an ordinance to align water conservation requirements with state emergency regulations.
- Public hearing for Resolution No. 22-34 (Annual Budget FY 2022/23) and Resolution No. 22-35 (Salary Schedule)
- Ordinance No. 22-1732 regarding water conservation and the Water Shortage Contingency Plan
- Agreement with Better 4 You Meals Food Service for $616,242.25 for the Elderly Nutrition Program
- Amendment with CampaignRep for online application tools not to exceed $72,000 annually
- Amendment with Norwalk Printing for newsletter publication in the amount of $77,820 annually
Housing Authority
The Housing Authority is meeting to approve routine administrative items and financial warrants. The primary action is the approval of payments for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program.
- Approval of warrant runs from May 15, 2022, through June 1, 2022, totaling $622,475.52
- Approval of May 17, 2022, regular meeting minutes
City Council Meeting
The City Council will discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2022/23. The body is also considering the calling of a general municipal election for November 8, 2022, and the setting of sewer service charges for the upcoming fiscal year.
- Contract of $2,747,515 to Stephen Doreck Equipment Rentals for water main replacement on Pioneer Boulevard from 160th to 166th Street
- Contract of $287,284 to Z&K Consultants for construction management and inspection for Project No. 7442
- Proposed sewer service charges for Fiscal Year 2022/23 to be collected on the tax roll
- Resolutions 22-25 and 22-26 to call and consolidate the November 8, 2022, general municipal election
- Agreement with Mobile Relay Associates, LLC for a Digital Land Mobile Radio system not to exceed $131,976
Housing Authority
The Housing Authority will review the minutes from the April 19, 2022, regular meeting. The body is also asked to approve warrant runs for housing assistance payments made between April 15 and May 1, 2022.
- Approval of April 19, 2022, meeting minutes
- Warrant run approval for $621,668.78 (April 15, 2022 – May 1, 2022)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will review several infrastructure projects, including traffic signal improvements on Alondra Boulevard, Firestone Boulevard, and Studebaker Road. Additionally, the council is considering a contract for a COVID-19 memorial art piece and various labor negotiations in closed session.
- Traffic signal improvements on Alondra Boulevard: $304,310 agreement with FCG Consultants, Inc.
- Intelligent Transportation System improvements on Firestone Boulevard: $231,800 agreement with Transtech Engineers, Inc.
- Traffic signal improvements on Studebaker Road: $302,010 agreement with FCG Consultants, Inc.
- COVID-19 memorial art piece and site work: up to $15,000 agreement with James Naish Studio
- Payroll approval for April 17, 2022 – April 30, 2022: $962,245.03
Special City Council Meeting - Budget Study Session
The City Council is reviewing a proposed budget for the period of July 1, 2022, to June 30, 2023. The plan includes using local sales tax to fund public safety and replenishing capital reserves for various city renovations.
- Proposed total operating revenues of $68,213,433
- Planned Parks Renovation of $4,625,000
- Planned Building Renovation of $1,200,000
- Planned Street Renovation of $1,000,000
- Planned Vehicle Equipment Replacement of $847,000
Planning Commission
The commission will consider a request for an automated carwash at 11042 Rosecrans Avenue. They will also discuss a proposal for a last-mile delivery or online automobile dealership at 11729 Imperial Highway.
- Carwash facility: demolition of multi-tenant building and construction of 3,819 square foot automated carwash at 11042 Rosecrans Avenue
- Delivery/dealership facility: proposed last-mile delivery or online automobile dealership at 11729 Imperial Highway
- Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 321 regarding last-mile delivery and vehicle sales definitions
Successor Agency
The Successor Agency to the Norwalk Redevelopment Agency will review routine consent calendar items. These include the approval of previous meeting minutes and a warrant register for payments made between February 25 and April 25, 2022.
- Approval of March 1, 2022, meeting minutes
- Warrant register for February 25, 2022, through April 25, 2022, totaling $1,000 (Harrell & Company Advisors LLC)
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several items including labor negotiations, budget amendments for various programs, and new municipal ordinances. The meeting includes a presentation of $1.72 million from Congresswoman Linda T. Sanchez for Smart and Safe WiFi Zones.
- Negotiations with Norwalk City Employees Association
- Negotiations with Norwalk Association of Management Employees
- Ordinance No. 22-1730 regarding parking permit guidelines
- Ordinance No. 22-1731 regarding standards for vacant and abandoned properties
- Agreement with Avail Technologies, Inc. for fleet maintenance up to $122,552
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal for an automated carwash at 11042 Rosecrans Avenue. The commission is also considering a request for a last-mile delivery or online automobile dealership facility at 11729 Imperial Highway.
- Automated carwash facility and self-service vacuums at 11042 Rosecrans Avenue
- Last-mile delivery or online automobile dealership distribution facility at 11729 Imperial Highway
- Zoning ordinance amendment to add 'Last-Mile Delivery facility' definition
- Approval of February 23, 2022, meeting minutes
Housing Authority
The Housing Authority is meeting to review routine administrative items. The primary action is the approval of warrant runs for housing assistance payments made between March 15 and April 1, 2022.
- Approval of warrant runs totaling $626,296.30 for the Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher program
- Approval of meeting minutes from March 15, 2022
City Council Meeting
The City Council will meet for a study session and regular meeting to discuss labor negotiations, real property, and city updates. The agenda includes several consent calendar items regarding payroll, warrants, and the Farmers Market.
- Security surveillance system contract with Innova Global Technology Inc. for $672,500
- Volkswagen Mitigation Trust Fund Transit Bus Funding Agreements of $180,000 each
- Ordinance 22-1730 regarding parking permit guidelines
- Ordinance 22-1731 regarding standards for foreclosed and abandoned properties
- Payroll approval for periods totaling approximately $1.88 million
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several contract amendments for infrastructure and planning services, including the Norwalk Entertainment District project. The body will also vote on payroll, commercial demands, and the denial of three legal claims.
- Approval of commercial demands totaling $6,529,649.80
- Payroll approval for the period of February 20 to March 5, 2022, totaling $994,860.14
- Amendment to Infrastructure Engineers agreement for the Norwalk Entertainment District project totaling $275,000
- Amendment to Bucknam Infrastructure Group, Inc. for $58,500 for sign inventory and data collection
- Confirmation of emergency repair work at 11522 Alondra Boulevard for $22,068.19
Housing Authority
The Norwalk Housing Authority is meeting to adopt its Public Housing Agency Annual Plan for fiscal year 2022/23. The body is also considering the approval of housing assistance payment warrants.
- Resolution No. NHA-167 to adopt the Public Housing Agency Annual Plan for FY 2022/23
- Approval of warrant runs from February 15, 2022, through March 1, 2022, totaling $610,251.40
- Public hearing regarding the FY 2022/23 PHA Annual Plan
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several infrastructure project completions and budget amendments. The body is also holding a public hearing regarding funding activities for the 2022/23 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME programs.
- Acceptance of $369,851.66 for playground equipment at Holifield Park
- Paving improvements for Local Street Rehabilitation Program in Zones 24, 27, and 32 totaling over $2 million
- Proposed agreement with Vigilant Solutions for license plate reader hardware and services up to $55,000
- Public hearing on Fiscal Year 2022/23 Annual Action Plan for CDBG and HOME funding
- Approval of a new City Speed Hump policy
Successor Agency
The Successor Agency to the Norwalk Redevelopment Agency met on March 1, 2022. The body approved the previous meeting's minutes and a warrant register covering December 31, 2021, through February 24, 2022.
- Approval of January 18, 2022, meeting minutes
- $109,875 in total warrants approved
City Council Meeting
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the revocation of nonconforming alcohol sales at 14408 Pioneer Boulevard. The body is also deciding on several street rehabilitation payments and a development agreement extension for the Civic Center.
- Public hearing on appeal to revoke alcohol sales use for Mike's Liquor at 14408 Pioneer Boulevard
- Payment of $1,442,105.31 to R.J. Noble Company for paving in Zone 24
- Payment of $594,176.25 to R.J. Noble Company for paving in Zone 27
- Payment of $1,051,102.27 to R.J. Noble Company for paving in Zone 32
- Amendment to extend the Civic Center development agreement with Primestor through June 30, 2023
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is meeting to consider approving the 2021 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report. If approved, the commission will recommend that the City Council file the report and transmit it to state agencies.
- Approval of January 26, 2022 Special Meeting minutes
- Recommendation to City Council to receive and file the 2021 General Plan and Housing Element Annual Progress Report
City Council - Special Meetings
The City Council is seeking feedback on the draft vision for the Norwalk Transit Village eco-community. The body is also discussing the prioritization and budget of various improvements across 12 city parks.
- Norwalk Transit Village project update for the 32-acre site at 13200 Bloomfield Avenue
- Proposed $243,000 Prop 68 grant for a restroom and dog park at Bob White Park
- Proposed $450,000 funding request for Bob White Park playground and ADA upgrades
- Budgeted $300,000 for ballfield lighting at Gerdes Park (CIP No. 7365)
- Proposed $700,000 concrete skate park at Holifield Park
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several engineering agreements for local street rehabilitation and a contract for the Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan. The agenda also includes discussions on paratransit subsidies, temporary transit service adjustments, and a bicycle master plan.
- Award $367,000 to JMDiaz Inc. for Local Streets Rehabilitation Program - Phase II, Zone 3
- Award $220,000 to Willdan Engineering for Local Streets Rehabilitation Program - Phase II, Zone 8
- Award $340,400 to Onward Engineering for Local Streets Rehabilitation Program - Phase II, Zone 19
- Contract award of up to $673,750 for The Heart of Norwalk Specific Plan and EIR
- Public hearing regarding the Norwalk Bicycle Master Plan
Housing Authority
The Housing Authority will meet via videoconference to conduct routine business. The agenda includes the approval of previous meeting minutes and a series of housing assistance payments.
- Approval of January 18, 2022, meeting minutes
- Warrant run for January 15, 2022, through February 1, 2022, totaling $620,892.44
City Council Meeting
The City Council will discuss whether to adopt local campaign contribution limits, defer to state defaults, or have no limits. The body is also reviewing routine payroll, commercial demands, and city proclamations.
- Approval of payroll totaling $944,011.63
- Approval of warrant register for commercial demands totaling $2,440,735.11
- Proposed Ordinance No. 22-1729 amending pipeline franchises in the Municipal Code
- Request for Door of Hope to use Civic Center Lawn for a carnival March 14-23, 2022
- Resolution No. 22-10 supporting the Santa Fe Springs General Plan Update regarding truck traffic
Planning Commission
The Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to discuss the revocation of a nonconforming use permit for alcohol sales. The commission will consider a staff recommendation to terminate the sale of alcoholic beverages at a specific liquor store.
- Public hearing to revoke nonconforming use of alcohol sales at Mike’s Liquor, 14408 Pioneer Boulevard
- Proposed Resolution No. 22-01 to terminate alcohol sales at the subject property
- Approval of meeting minutes from October 27, 2021
Housing Authority
The Housing Authority is meeting to reorganize its leadership by selecting a Chair and Vice Chair. The body will also consider approving meeting minutes and housing assistance payments.
- Selection of Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of warrant runs for December 15, 2021 through January 1, 2022 totaling $613,222.91
- Approval of December 21, 2021 meeting minutes
City Council Meeting
The City Council will consider several infrastructure contracts, budget amendments for housing and sewer planning, and the adoption of a Hazard Mitigation Plan. The body will also discuss the 2021-2029 Draft Housing Element Update and COVID-19 emergency meeting findings.
- Contract to All American Asphalt for $1,041,470 for local street rehabilitation
- Budget amendment of $840,000 for project management and urban design for the California Youth Authority property
- Contract to AKM Consulting Engineers for $160,524 for a Sewer System Management Plan
- Acceptance of work by Elecnor Belco Electric, Inc. for $102,155.91 for electric bus chargers
- Adoption of the Norwalk Hazard Mitigation Plan
Successor Agency
The Successor Agency to the Norwalk Redevelopment Agency is meeting to approve routine financial warrants and administrative budgets. The body is also considering a resolution to allow banks to honor facsimile signatures for agency payments.
- Resolution No. SA 22-01 to authorize facsimile signatures for Chair Rick Ramirez and Finance Officer Jana Stuard
- Approval of warrant register for November 25, 2021 through December 30, 2021 totaling $54,937.50
- Payment of $54,937.50 to Norwalk-La Mirada School District for Hoxie Lease October 2021
- Filing of the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023
- Filing of administrative budgets for the periods July 1, 2022 through December 31, 2022 and January 1, 2023 through June 30, 2023