Arcadia public meetings in 2022
24 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
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The City Council will review several infrastructure projects and budget amendments. This includes a contract for sewer main repairs and a purchase order for carbon exchange services. The agenda also covers part-time employee wage adjustments.
- $118,100 contract with Bonadiman Water Inc. for sewer main repairs
- $213,983 purchase order with Calgon Carbon Corporation for water treatment services
- $255,500.85 purchase of a 2023 Ford F-450 truck from National Auto Fleet Group
- Annual renewal of Flock Safety ALPR camera subscription up to $50,000
- Wage adjustments for unrepresented, non-benefited part-time employees
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The City Council will consider several routine items including infrastructure contracts and equipment purchases. The agenda includes budget adjustments for sewer repairs and water treatment services. Additionally, the council will review wage adjustments for part-time employees.
- Contract with Bonadiman Water Inc. for $118,100 for sewer main repairs
- Purchase order with Calgon Carbon Corporation for $213,983 for water treatment services
- Purchase of a 2023 Ford F-450 truck for $255,500.85
- Renewal of Flock Safety license plate reader subscription up to $50,000
- Rejection of bids for the Council Chamber and Community Center roof restoration project
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The Council will declare the results of the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election and administer oaths of office to newly elected members. The meeting includes presentations to outgoing council members and a reorganization of the Council leadership. Additionally, several routine items regarding land use and city contracts are up for approval.
- Declaration of results for the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election
- Approval of Final Parcel Map No. 82694 for a three-unit condominium subdivision at 828 W. Naomi Avenue
- $47,583 agreement with LARIAC7 for digital aerial imagery and dataset evaluation
- Acceptance of a tracking dog and $2,500 donation to the Police K-9 Program
- Selection of a candidate for the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality Authority
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The City Council will consider adopting new California Building and Fire Codes through two ordinances. The council will also review the allocation of $215,000 in ARPA funds for local economic development programs. Other items include a library donation and a presentation on reservoir restoration.
- Adoption of California Building and Fire Codes (Ordinances 2394 and 2395)
- Allocation of $215,000 in ARPA funds for economic development programs
- $30,000 donation from the Friends of the Arcadia Public Library
- Graffiti removal contract with Urban Graffiti Enterprises, Inc. up to $50,000 annually
- Presentation on the Santa Anita Reservoir Post Fire Restoration Project
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The City Council will review several service contracts and budget amendments. This includes a proposal for a police department chiller replacement project and discussions regarding residential noise rules for gas-powered leaf blowers.
- $247,605 contract with Carrier Corporation for Police Department Chiller Replacement Project
- Extension of janitorial services agreement with ABM Industry Groups, LLC up to $398,360.49
- Service agreement with Motorola Solutions Inc. for police radio consoles up to $191,795
- Discussion on residential noise rules for gardening and gas-powered leaf blowers
- Purchase order for automotive repair parts not to exceed $60,677.06
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The City Council will review several infrastructure and public safety items, including traffic signal upgrades and equipment purchases. The meeting also includes the introduction of ordinances to adopt updated California building and fire codes.
- $2,100,000 appropriation for Baldwin Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project
- $248,985 contract for Colorado Complete Streets Traffic Signal Improvements Project
- $57,750 purchase of ballistic shields and breaching tool kits
- Introduction of ordinances adopting 2022 California Building and Fire Codes
- Rejection of all bids received for the Baseball Field Bleacher Project
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The Arcadia City Council is reviewing several budget amendments and service contracts. Proposed items include the purchase of an armored rescue vehicle and new police patrol vehicles. The council will also consider a final map for a 33-unit condominium subdivision.
- $400,000 purchase of a Lenco Armored Rescue Vehicle
- $327,675.83 contract for six Ford Explorer Police Interceptor vehicles
- $318,645 contract with Carrier Corporation for Library Chiller Replacement Project
- Final Tract Map No. 83531 for a 33-unit condominium at 2607 S. Santa Anita Avenue
- $376,731.02 extension for annual tree trimming and removal services
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The City Council will consider allocating $1 million from American Rescue Plan Act funds to support local businesses through grants and permit assistance. The agenda also includes discussions on the Baldwin Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project and updates to development design standards. Several routine contracts and project completions will be reviewed for approval.
- Allocation of $1 million in ARPA funds for small business grants and permit assistance
- Ordinance No. 2390 regarding new design standards for multi-family and mixed-use developments
- $45,000 contract with Trovao and Associates, Inc. for holiday decorations
- $170,782.20 software service agreement renewal with Tyler Technologies
- Discussion of the Baldwin Avenue Streetscape Improvement Project
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The City Council is considering an ordinance to update design standards for multi-family and mixed-use developments. The agenda includes a public hearing regarding an appeal for a proposed residence at 26 E. Santa Anita Terrace. Additionally, the council will review several large service contracts and budget appropriations.
- Ordinance No. 2390: New design standards for multi-family and mixed-use development
- Contract with Onyx Paving Company, Inc. for $1,727,000 for pavement rehabilitation
- Purchase of 6,000 acre-feet of imported water for $5,412,000
- First Transit, Inc. contract for Arcadia Transit operations ($2,260,859 for year one)
- Purchase of two new rescue ambulances for $812,956 and $452,456
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The Arcadia City Council is considering a recommendation to authorize the City to provide a legal defense for Council Member Michael Danielson. This follows a 'quo warranto' application filed by the HQH Chinese American Equalization Association and Arcadia Voters Rights Group challenging his appointment. The matter is linked to ongoing litigation regarding the City's District Map Ordinance.
- Authorization of legal defense for Council Member Danielson against a quo warranto application
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The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2022-23 Operating Budget and the Capital Improvement and Equipment Plan. The agenda also includes several contract approvals for city services, maintenance, and equipment. Additionally, the council will present various community awards and certificates.
- Adoption of FY 2022-23 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Plan
- Contract extension with General Pump Company, Inc. for well maintenance ($137,550)
- Purchase order for CNG fuel for the City fleet (up to $145,400)
- Purchase of five new traffic signal cabinets from McCain, Inc. ($95,575.87)
- Agreement with Beacon Media, Inc. for legal advertising services ($24,000)
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The council will review proposed amendments to the Arcadia City Charter and adjustments to various city service fees. Agenda items also include new restrictions on outdoor irrigation and water use. Additionally, the council will consider several contracts for police equipment and senior meal programs.
- Allocation of $250,000 in ARPA funds to the Homeless Prevention and Diversion Program
- Resolution No. 7430 regarding new restrictions on outdoor irrigation and water use
- $104,000 purchase of portable handheld radios for the Police Department
- $95,100.75 purchase order for water disinfection chemicals from Waterline Technologies, Inc.
- $100,800 extension to the TRIO Community Meals agreement for the Senior Meals Program
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The City Council will discuss the proposed operating budget for fiscal years 2022-24 and the capital improvement plan through 2027. A public hearing is scheduled regarding a new adult day care center at 253 E. Foothill Boulevard. The council will also consider several contracts for sidewalk repairs and equipment purchases.
- Public hearing: Adult Day Care Center at 253 E. Foothill Boulevard
- $86,490 contract for Huntington Drive sidewalk rehabilitation
- $61,900 purchase of Hurst Edraulic Rescue Tools
- Ammunition purchase not to exceed $77,800
- Proposed Charter Amendments for the November 2022 election
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The City Council will hold an election for Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. The council is also reviewing several budget amendments for public safety supplies and water well rehabilitation. Additionally, members will consider a review of a permit for a new adult day care center.
- Election of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
- $307,200 contract for Orange Grove Well 1A rehabilitation
- Adoption of Military Equipment Use Policy (Ordinance No. 2387)
- Budget amendments for paramedic supplies and fire uniforms
- Review of permit for Adult Day Care Center at 253 E. Foothill Boulevard
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The City Council is reviewing Ordinance No. 2386 to redefine the boundaries for City Council electoral districts. This includes amending the Arcadia Municipal Code to adopt revised district lines.
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 2386 regarding City Council Electoral District Boundaries
- Amendment to Section 1704(B) of the Arcadia Municipal Code
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The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a new Military Equipment Use Policy. The agenda also includes introducing revised electoral district boundaries and approving several infrastructure and service contracts.
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2387 adopting a Military Equipment Use Policy
- Introduction of Ordinance No. 2386 to revise City Council Electoral District Boundaries
- Acceptance of $2,291,108.08 for Gold Line Station Pedestrian Linkage Improvements
- $228,775 amendment for the Rio Hondo/San Gabriel River water quality program
- $57,789 appropriation for Library and Museum broadband upgrades
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The council will decide whether to appoint Michael Danielson to the District 5 seat or call for a special municipal election on August 30, 2022. The meeting includes resolutions regarding candidate regulations and requesting election services from Los Angeles County.
- Consideration of appointing Michael Danielson to fill the District 5 vacancy
- Resolution No. 7418 calling for an All-Mail Ballot Special Municipal Election on August 30, 2022
- Resolution No. 7419 regarding candidate statement regulations for the special election
- Resolution No. 7420 requesting Los Angeles County to conduct the special election
- Estimated cost of the special election is upwards of $150,000
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The City Council and Charter Review Committee will discuss proposed changes to the City Charter for the November 8, 2022, election. Proposed measures include permanently moving municipal elections from April to November in even-numbered years. The Council will also consider Ordinance No. 2386 regarding revised electoral district boundaries.
- Proposed Charter Amendments and ballot measures for the November 8, 2022, election
- Proposal to move municipal elections from April to November in even-numbered years
- Ordinance No. 2386 regarding revised City Council Electoral District Boundaries
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The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the redrawing of City Council Election District Boundaries. The council will also consider several contracts for traffic signal improvements and library technology upgrades. Additionally, the City Manager will provide direction on the Homelessness Five-Point Plan.
- Public hearing and first reading of Ordinance No. 2386 to redraw Election District Boundaries
- Contract with California Professional Engineering, Inc. for $1,026,511 for Santa Anita Avenue traffic signal improvements
- Agreement with FE Technologies for a Library RFID System up to $105,000
- Budget amendment of up to $19,000 for Council Chambers audiovisual upgrades
- Contract extension with Superior Pavement Markings, Inc. for $135,696.60 for street striping services
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The City Council will receive public input on draft maps regarding the redrawing of City Council Election District Boundaries. The agenda also includes a discussion on using American Rescue Plan Act funds for proposed projects. Additionally, the council will consider landmarking the Arcadia Woman’s Club.
- Public hearing on redrawing City Council Election District Boundaries
- Landmarking the Arcadia Woman’s Club at 324 South 1st Avenue
- Proposed use of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds
- $35,000 supplemental budget for water sample laboratory testing
- Acceptance of a $13,000 gift from the Friends of the Museum
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The City Council will review a General Plan amendment regarding the 2021-2029 Housing Element. The meeting also includes reports on camping enforcement efforts and the city budget. Additionally, several infrastructure contracts are up for approval.
- General Plan Amendment No. GPA 21-02 for the 2021-2029 Housing Element update
- Contract with Mission Paving and Sealing, Inc. for $534,922.10
- Contract with Premier Pipe, Inc. for $38,340
- Traffic signal maintenance contract extension for $78,047.80
- Direction to the LA County Agricultural Commissioner regarding weed abatement
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The City Council will hold a public hearing on draft maps for redrawing Election District Boundaries. The council also plans to discuss a special election to fill the vacant District 5 seat. Additionally, members will consider new smoking prohibitions for certain residential and commercial areas.
- Public hearing on draft maps for redrawing City Council Election District Boundaries
- Ordinance No. 2384 establishing smoking prohibitions in specific locations
- Purchase of Motorola radios not to exceed $127,000
- Special Municipal Election for District 5 scheduled for June 7, 2022
- $20,000 budget appropriation for the District 5 special election
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The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive community input on draft maps for redrawing City Council Election District Boundaries. The council will also consider resolutions to call a special election for the District 5 vacancy on June 7, 2022. Additionally, they will review an ordinance establishing smoking prohibitions in certain areas.
- Public hearing on redrawing City Council Election District Boundaries
- Ordinance No. 2384 establishing smoking prohibitions for specific locations
- $127,000 purchase of Motorola Solutions mobile radios
- Special election for District 5 vacancy scheduled for June 7, 2022
- $20,000 budget appropriation for special election services
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The City Council will consider an ordinance to establish smoking prohibitions at multi-family residential units, commercial entryways, and outdoor dining facilities. The meeting also includes a business license appeal and the approval of several community service contracts.
- Proposed smoking prohibitions for multi-family units and commercial/retail entryways
- Appeal regarding the revoked business license for Saybrook Media Group Inc.
- $50,800 agreement with Southland Sports Officials for basketball officiating
- Six-unit residential condominium subdivision at 1027 Arcadia Avenue
- $39,770 grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security