INGLEWOOD, CALIFORNIA       


Tuesday, February 14, 2023

Closed Session – 1:00 p.m.

Open Session – 2:00 p.m.

Web Sites: 
www.cityofinglewood.org
www.cityofinglewood.org/253/Successor-Agency
www.cityofinglewood.org/688/Housing-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/654/Finance-Authority
www.cityofinglewood.org/839/Parking-Authority
 

*****NOTE FROM THE CITY*****

COVID-19 PUBLIC SERVICE ANNOUNCEMENT REGARDING MEETINGS OF 

THE INGLEWOOD CITY COUNCIL AND OTHER CITY LEGISLATIVE BODIES

 

Until further notice, meetings of the Inglewood City Council and other City legislative bodies will be conducted pursuant to California Government Code section 54953(e), which allows the City to use teleconferencing for members of the public to access a meeting and to address the legislative body via a call-in option.

 

CALL-IN OPTION

 

  1. Members of the public who wish to attend a public meeting and address the City Council or other legislative body during a public meeting must use the call-in option noted below:

 

  • Members of the public may listen and make oral public comments telephonically by dialing:
    • Dial-in for Closed Session: 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 825 5030 7638 Passcode: 024788
    • Dial-in for Open Session: 1-888-251-2949 or 215-861-0694, using the specific access codes detailed below for the respective City Council Dates:

                      

  • February 14, 2023 – Access Code: 8421438# wait 3 seconds and press # again
  • February 21, 2023 – Access Code: 8126595# wait 3 seconds and press # again
  • February 28, 2023 – Access Code: 8632315# wait 3 seconds and press # again

 

In the event of a disruption which prevents the City from broadcasting the meeting to the public using the call-in option, or in the event of a disruption within the City’s control which prevents the public from offering public comments using the call-in option, the City Council and other legislative body shall take no further action on items appearing on the meeting agenda until public access to the meeting via the call-in option is restored. 

 

 


 

ALTERNATIVE METHODS

 

The City also provides alternative methods for members of the public to submit comments and/or to observe a public meeting.  The following alternative methods are provided to the public as a matter of convenience only and the disruption in service to any alternative method does not preclude the City Council or other legislative body from taking further action on an agenda item.  In the event of a disruption to any alternative method below members of the public should use the call-in option above.  

 

2. Submitting Comments Prior to Public Meeting: Members of the public may choose to submit comments electronically for consideration by the City Council or other City Legislative Body by sending them to the City Clerk/Secretary at athompson@cityofinglewood.org, and Deputy City Clerk at aallen@cityofinglewood.org. To ensure distribution to the members of the Legislative Body prior to consideration of the agenda, please submit comments prior to 8:00 a.m. the day of the meeting, and in the body of the email, please identify the agenda number or subject matter. Correspondence should indicate the meeting date and agenda item. Comments received after 8:00 a.m. and prior to the close of the public hearings will be made part of the official public record of the meeting. Contact the Office of the City Clerk at 310-412-5280 with any questions.

 

3. Viewing and Listening to the Meeting without Making Public Comments:

  • On Spectrum Cable Channel 35 with audio and limited video.  Please check with your cable provider for details.
  • Live online through Facebook Live, with audio and limited video, at https://www.facebook.com/cityofinglewood/

 

4. Public attendance at Gladys Waddingham Lecture Hall (located adjacent to the Main Library) to view meeting and make public comments via audio/video.

 

ACCESSIBILITY: If requested, the agenda and backup materials will be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof.  Any person who requires a disability-related modification or accommodation, or translation services in order to observe and/or offer public comment may request such reasonable modification, accommodation,  or service by contacting the Office of the City Clerk by telephone at 310-412-5280,   FAX at 310-412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301 or via email to athompson@cityofinglewood.org and aallen@cityofinglewood.org no later than 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting.

 

AGENDA

CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY

FINANCE AUTHORITY/PARKING AUTHORITY/JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY


 


 MAYOR/CHAIRMAN 
James T. Butts, Jr.
COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY MEMBERS
George W. Dotson, District No. 1
Alex Padilla, District No. 2
Eloy Morales, Jr., District No. 3
Dionne Faulk, District No. 4
CITY CLERK/SECRETARY 
Aisha L. Thompson
CITY TREASURER/TREASURER 
Wanda M. Brown
CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR
Artie Fields
CITY ATTORNEY/GENERAL COUNSEL
 Kenneth R. Campos
 
 

CLOSED SESSION – 1:00 P.M.

Call to Order

Roll Call

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING CLOSED SESSION ITEMS

CS-1.

 

Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel regarding pending litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1); Gomez et. al. v. City of Inglewood, Butts; City of Los Angeles v. City of Inglewood, Butts; and Flynn, et. al. v. City of Inglewood, Butts; Case Nos.: 20STCV11776, 20STCV20284, and 20STCV22582.

 

CS-2.

 

Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2); Worker’s Compensation Claims of Reginald Blaylock: Claim Number 20-149552.

 

CS-3.

 

Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2); Worker’s Compensation Claims of Paul Devlin: Claim Number 20-146438.

 

CS-4.

 

Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2); Worker’s Compensation Claims of Salman Nazir: Claim Number 18-137706.

 

CS-5.

 

Closed Session – Confidential – Attorney/Client Privileged; City Council Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2); Worker’s Compensation Claims of David Villamil: Claim Number 19-145553.

 

OPENING CEREMONIES – 2:00 P.M.

Call to Order 

 

Pledge of Allegiance

 

Roll Call



 

PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS

Persons wishing to address the Inglewood City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority/Finance Authority/Parking Authority/Joint Powers Authority on any item on the agenda, other than the Public Hearing, may do so at this time.

 

WARRANTS AND BILLS (City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority)

 

1, CSA-1 & H-1.

Warrant Registers.

Recommendation:

 


  1. Allow for Payment of Bills.
Documents:
  1. 1, CSA-1, H-1.PDF
 

PUBLIC HEARINGS

 

PH-1. ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

Public hearing to consider adoption of a resolution approving the 2021-2029 Housing Element Update (General Plan Amendment 2023-001) for the 6th Cycle Housing Element and authorizing the Economic and Community Development Director to approve minor changes to the 2021-2029 Housing Element, as may be necessary to obtain certification from the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD).

Recommendation:

 


  1. Continue Public Hearing to the Meeting of February 28, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
  1. PH-1.PDF
 

CONSENT CALENDAR

These items will be acted upon as a whole unless called upon by a Council Member.


 

2. CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE

Letters from the City Attorney’s Office recommending the following:

  1. Reject Claims pursuant to Government Code Section 913:
  1. Leticia Hernandez De Gonzalez for alleged personal injury; bathroom stall dangerous condition on April 23, 2022.
  2. Ivannia Moctezuma (Minor) for alleged personal injury; bathroom stall dangerous condition on April 23, 2022.
  3. Anthony Rodriguez for alleged vehicle damage; tree branch on September 9, 2022.

    Recommendation:

     


    1. Reject Claims listed as A-1 through A-3.
 

3. CITY CLERK’S OFFICE

Approval of the Minutes of the Meetings held on December 20, 2022, and January 10, 2023.

Recommendation:

 


  1. Approve.
Documents:
  1. 3.PDF
 

4. CITY MANAGER’S OFFICE

Staff report recommending that the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of outstanding invoices submitted by Griffin Structures, Inc. for construction management services for the Emergency Operation Center (EOC). (General Fund) 

Recommendation:

 


  1. Authorize payment in the total amount of $9,743; and 
  2. Adopt a resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget.
Documents:
  1. 4.PDF
 

5. LIBRARY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

Staff report recommending that the Mayor and Council Members reject all bids submitted for the Renovation of the Morningside Park Library Project, per Bid No. 0154.

Recommendation:

 


  1. Reject all bids; and 
  2. Authorize Staff to rebid the project.
Documents:
  1. 5.PDF
 

6. PARKS, RECREATION, AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT

Staff report recommending that the Mayor and Council Members award a contract and approve an agreement with GA Builders, LLC, dba GA Construction, for the Vincent Park Restroom Project Phase 2 (Project), per Bid No. CB-22-11. (General Fund)

Recommendation:

 


  1. Award contract and approve agreement in a total amount not to exceed $537,900 (includes a City controlled and directed ten percent (10%) contingency in an amount not to exceed $48,900).
Documents:
  1. 6.PDF
 

7. PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT

Staff report recommending that the Mayor and Council Members authorize payment of an invoice submitted by Instrument Audio Service, LLC, for providing a stage covering for the City’s Annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, December 1, 2022. (General Fund)

Recommendation:

 


  1. Authorize payment in the amount of $458. 
Documents:
  1. 7.PDF
 

8. POLICE DEPARTMENT

Staff report recommending that the Mayor and Council Members Authorize payment of invoices submitted by Black Knight Patrol, Inc., for security services. (General Fund)

Recommendation:

 


  1. Authorize payment in the total amount of $35,585; and 
  2. Adopt a resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Budget to transfer funds in the amount of $35,585. (General Fund)
Documents:
  1. 8.PDF
 

DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS

 

DR-1. FINANCE DEPARTMENT

Staff report recommending that the Mayor and Council Members adopt a resolution directing the commencement of proceedings in the furtherance of the financing of the renovation and seismic retrofit of the Inglewood Main Library, retaining and limiting fees on consultants in connection therewith and approving official actions.

Recommendation:

 


1. Adopt resolution; and

2. Approve designation of the following Consultants and fees: Urban Futures Incorporated (shall not exceed $80,000); Quint & Thimmig LLP (shall not exceed $150,000 – Bond Counsel and Disclosure Council); Cabrera Capital Markets, LLC, Backstrom McCarley Berry & Co., LLC, and Samuel A. Ramirez & Co., Inc. (compensation will be set forth in a bond purchase agreement to be approved by the City Council at a subsequent meeting).

Documents:
  1. DR-1.PDF
 

DR-2. FINANCE DEPARTMENT

Staff report recommending that the Mayor and Council Members adopt a resolution expressing official intent regarding certain capital expenditures for the Inglewood Main Library to be reimbursed with proceeds of Tax Exempt Bond obligations.

Recommendation:

 


  1. Adopt resolution.
Documents:
  1. DR-2.PDF
 

SETTING PUBLIC HEARING

 

SPH-1. POLICE DEPARTMENT

Staff report recommending that the Mayor and Council Members introduce an ordinance amending the Inglewood Municipal Code by adding Chapter 2-168.1 to Chapter 2, pursuant to approve Inglewood Police Department Policy 709 – Military Equipment, providing guidelines for the approval, acquisition, and reporting requirements of military equipment.

Recommendation:

 


  1. Motion to waive further reading;
  2. Introduce ordinance; and 
  3. Set public hearing for February 28, 2023, at 2:00 p.m.
Documents:
  1. SPH-1.PDF
 

REPORTS – CITY ATTORNEY

A-1.

Report on Closed Session Items.

 

A-2.

Oral reports – City Attorney

 

REPORTS – CITY MANAGER

CM-1.

Oral reports – City Manager.

 

REPORTS – CITY CLERK

CC-1.

Oral reports – City Clerk.

 

INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY

Call to Order  

Roll Call

 

CSA-1, 1 & H-1.

Warrant Registers.

Recommendation:

 


  1. Allow for Payment of Bills.
Documents:
  1. 1, CSA-1, H-1.PDF
 

CSA-2. SUCCESSOR AGENCY SECRETARY

Approval of the Minutes of the Meetings held on December 20, 2022, and January 10, 2023.

Recommendation:

 


  1. Approve.
Documents:
  1. CSA-2.PDF
 

ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD SUCCESSOR AGENCY

 

INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY

Call to Order 

Roll Call


 

H-1, 1 & CSA-1.

Warrant Registers.

Recommendation:

 


  1. Allow for Payment of Bills.
Documents:
  1. 1, CSA-1, H-1.PDF
 

H-2. HOUSING AUTHORITY SECRETARY

Approval of the Minutes of the Meetings held on December 20, 2022, and January 10, 2023.

Recommendation:

 


  1. Approve.
Documents:
  1. H-2.PDF
 

ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY

 

INGLEWOOD FINANCE AUTHORITY

Call to Order 


Roll Call

 

F-1. FINANCE AUTHORITY SECRETARY

Approval of the Minutes of the Meetings held on December 20, 2022, and January 10, 2023.

Recommendation:

 


  1. Approve.
Documents:
  1. F-1.PDF
 

ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD FINANCE AUTHORITY

 

INGLEWOOD PARKING AUTHORITY

Call to Order 

Roll Call

 

P-1. PARKING AUTHORITY SECRETARY

Approval of the Minutes of the Meetings held on December 20, 2022, and January 10, 2023.

Recommendation:

 


  1. Approve.
Documents:
  1. P-1.PDF
 

ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD PARKING AUTHORITY

 

INGLEWOOD JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY

Call to Order 

Roll Call

 

JPA-1. JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY SECRETARY

Approval of the Minutes of the Meetings held on December 20, 2022, and January 10, 2023.

Recommendation:

 


  1. Approve.
Documents:
  1. JPA-1.PDF
 

ADJOURNMENT INGLEWOOD JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY

 

APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES

 

PUBLIC COMMENTS REGARDING OTHER MATTERS

Persons wishing to address the City Council on any matter connected with City business not elsewhere considered on the agenda may do so at this time.  Persons with complaints regarding City management or departmental operations are requested to submit those complaints first to the City Manager for resolution.
 

MAYOR AND COUNCIL REMARKS

The members of the City Council will provide oral reports, including reports on City related travels where lodging expenses are incurred, and/or address any matters they deem of general interest to the public.
 

ADJOURNMENT CITY COUNCIL

In the event that today’s meeting of the City Council is not held, or is concluded prior to a public hearing or other agenda item being considered, the public hearing or non-public hearing agenda item will automatically be continued to the next regularly scheduled City Council meeting. If you will require special accommodations, due to a disability, please contact the Office of the City Clerk at (310) 412-5280 or FAX (310) 412-5533, One Manchester Boulevard, First Floor, Inglewood City Hall, Inglewood, CA 90301. All requests for special accommodations must be received 72 hours prior to the day of the Council Meetings.

* No Accompanying Staff Report at the Time of Printing

** Serves in that Capacity for Successor Agency, Housing Authority, Finance Authority, Parking Authority, and Joint Powers Authority