Signal Hill public meetings in 2023

Planning Commission

The Commission will review findings from the 2023 annual review of properties with Conditional Use Permits. Staff will also present a summary of recent updates and additions to the Signal Hill Municipal Code. The agenda includes information regarding the 2024 homeless count and commissioner training.

• Summary of updates to the Signal Hill Municipal Code
• Findings from the 2023 annual review of properties with Conditional Use Permits
• Coordination for the January 24, 2024, homeless count event
• Selection of commissioners for the 2024 Planning Commissioners Academy

Diversity Coalition Committee

The committee will discuss recruiting new members and the 2024 workplan. They will also plan upcoming events, including a Diversity Breakfast and flag raising ceremonies. Additionally, members will review the Signal Hill Police Department's policy and procedure manual.

• Review of Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual
• Recruitment of new committee members
• Planning for 2024 flag raising events and Diversity Breakfast
• Discussion on differently abled resident engagement
• Approval of November 8, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will select a new Mayor and Vice Mayor. The Council is also considering a contract with Dudek for a water master plan update and a report on the $8.0 million General Fund surplus.

• City Council reorganization to select a new Mayor and Vice Mayor
• Professional Consultant Services Agreement with Dudek for Water Master Plan update: $336,423
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2023-11-1545 regarding municipal code updates
• Contract with Andrew (AJ) Davis of Project Street Gold for library courtyard art: up to $80,000
• Review of the FY 2022-23 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report showing an $8.0 million surplus

City Council as Successor Agency

The Signal Hill City Council, acting as the Successor Agency for the dissolved redevelopment agency, will consider adopting the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for fiscal year 2024-25. This annual budget outlines proposed expenditures from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2025, to maintain long-term financial stability as required by state law. After council approval, the schedule must be transmitted to the Los Angeles County Oversight Board for review and final authorization.

• Adopt Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) FY 24-25AB covering July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025
• Transmit approved schedule to Los Angeles County 4th Supervisorial District Consolidated Oversight Board
• Comply with Health and Safety Code Sections 34172 and 34177 regarding dissolved redevelopment agency obligations
• Schedule next regular meeting for January 9, 2024 at 7:00 p.m. at City Hall, 2175 Cherry Avenue

City Council

The City Council will review three preliminary design options prepared by John Kaliski Architects, Incorporated for the Civic Center Master Plan. Staff is seeking feedback on preferred design elements and direction regarding a proposed phasing and funding model.

• Presentation of Civic Center Master Plan preliminary design options

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review its fiscal year 2023-2024 goals to align with the City's 2023-2028 Strategic Plan. Staff will provide updates on park development projects and community services programs. The Commission will also select a Pet of the Month for November 2023.

• Review of FY 2023-24 commission goals
• Update on fall events
• Selection of November 2023 Pet of the Month
• Director's report on park projects and programs
• Approval of October 18, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider a $2,317,861 contract for the 33rd Street Water Main Replacement Project. The agenda also includes an omnibus ordinance to update various municipal codes regarding vending and property maintenance. Additionally, officials will discuss police recruitment incentives and a vacancy on the Parks and Recreation Commission.

• $2,317,861 contract for 33rd Street Water Main Replacement Project
• Omnibus ordinance updating municipal codes (vending, property maintenance)
• Police recruitment incentive program agreement
• Recruitment for a Parks and Recreation Commission vacancy
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2023-10-1544 regarding the City Seal

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Diversity Coalition Committee will discuss upcoming community events, including a Diversity Breakfast and 2024 flag raising ceremonies. The committee will also review the Signal Hill Police Department's policy and procedure manual for potential improvements. Additionally, members will address recruitment strategies and support for differently abled residents.

• Review of Signal Hill Police Department Policy and Procedure Manual
• Planning for 2024 flag raising events and Diversity Breakfast
• Recruitment strategy for new DCC members
• Support strategies for differently abled residents
• Approval of September 13 and October 19 meeting minutes

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to review the consent calendar and new business. The commission is scheduled to act on certifying eligibility lists for several city positions.

• Certification of Eligibility List - Account Specialist I/II
• Certification of Eligibility List - Dispatcher/Jailer
• Certification of Eligibility List - Police Recruit
• Approval of October 4, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider introducing an ordinance to redesign the City seal for the upcoming centennial. Members will also review amendments to the City’s Investment Policy to increase portfolio diversification. Additionally, the Council will consider a contract for a new Facilities Master Plan.

• Introduction of an ordinance to redesign the City seal
• Resolution to amend the City's Investment Policy and join the California Asset Management Trust
• Contract with Bureau Veritas Technical Assessments LLC for a Facilities Master Plan ($50,937.05)
• Amendment to Wells Fargo Bank agreement for treasury management services
• Presentation on Historical Society funding for artwork at Heritage Point Park

City Council as Successor Agency

The City Council as Successor Agency will consider resolutions to amend the City’s Investment Policy and a companion policy for Successor Agency funds. These updates aim to increase portfolio diversification and align with recent legislative changes. The Council will also consider authorizing the City to join the California Asset Management Trust (CAMP).

• Resolution amending the City's Investment Policy for public funds
• Resolution amending the Successor Agency investment policy
• Authorization to join the California Asset Management Trust (CAMP) as a participating shareholder

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Diversity Coalition Committee will review a presentation on the Civic Center Master Plan from John Kaliski and Associates. Members will also discuss upcoming community events, including flag raising ceremonies and cultural festivals. Additionally, the committee will review the Signal Hill Police Department's policy and procedure manual.

• Presentation regarding the Civic Center Master Plan
• Review of the Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual
• Planning for flag raising events and cultural festivals
• Discussion on 2024 commemorative flags
• Recruitment plan for new committee members

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will discuss the development of conceptual designs for the Civic Center Master Plan and review artist recommendations for the Signal Hill Public Library Zinnia Courtyard Artwork Project. Additionally, members will consider conference attendance and Pet of the Month nominations.

• Recommendation to award AJ Davis a contract for library courtyard artwork installation
• Presentation on community outreach and conceptual designs for the Civic Center Master Plan
• Discussion regarding attendance at the 2024 California Parks and Recreation Society annual conference
• Selection of the October 2023 Pet of the Month

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review presentations regarding the Civic Center Master Plan and street improvements at Orange Avenue and East Spring Street. Staff will also provide updates on affordable housing development and the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan.

• Presentation on Civic Center Master Plan conceptual draft designs
• Street improvements at the intersection of Orange Avenue and East Spring Street
• Update on affordable housing development at Orange Bluff and Walnut Bluff
• Highlights from the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan

City Council

The City Council and Housing Authority will consider selecting National Community Renaissance as a development partner for workforce housing. The Council will also review on-call water maintenance agreements and various routine consent calendar items.

• Selection of National Community Renaissance for Orange Bluff and Walnut Bluff workforce housing sites
• On-call water infrastructure contract with W.A. Rasic Construction Company, Incorporated up to $200,000
• On-call water infrastructure contract with T.E. Roberts, Incorporated up to $200,000
• Fee waiver request for the Sustainable Health Empowerment health fair
• Closed session regarding labor negotiations with Signal Hill Police Officers' Association

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority is reviewing a recommendation to select National Community Renaissance as the development partner for Orange Bluff and Walnut Bluff workforce housing sites. The proposal includes infrastructure improvements and a 5,000 square foot Boys and Girls Club. Staff recommends negotiating an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with the developer.

• Selection of National Community Renaissance as development partner for Orange Bluff and Walnut Bluff
• Proposed 5,000 square foot Boys and Girls Club
• Infrastructure improvements for Heritage Square and Town Center Northwest sites
• $10 million NOFA to leverage toward workforce housing development

Sustainable City Committee

The committee will hear presentations regarding the Civic Center Master Plan and urban beekeeping. Members will also discuss 2024 meeting dates and a community tree planting event. Updates on water conservation and the General Plan update are also scheduled.

• Presentation on the City’s Civic Center Master Plan
• Information on a recently awarded community tree planting grant
• Status report on the polystyrene packaging educational campaign
• Details for Fall bulky item pick-up from November 6–10, 2023
• Update on water conservation and General Plan elements

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan to establish long-term goals and performance metrics. The meeting includes a public hearing for an amendment to a self-storage facility permit at 2901 East Pacific Coast Highway. Additionally, the Council will review a contract for a sidewalk repair project.

• Adoption of the 2023-2028 Signal Hill Strategic Plan
• Public hearing for self-storage facility permit amendment at 2901 East Pacific Coast Highway
• Sidewalk Repair Project contract with CJ Concrete Construction Inc. up to $64,581.00
• Contract amendment for W.G. Zimmerman Engineering, Inc. increasing compensation by $64,800

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will consider a fee waiver request from the Long Beach Unified School District for use of Discovery Well Park. The meeting also includes presentations on summer reading and recreation programs, as well as the selection of a Pet of the Month.

• Fee waiver request for LBUSD cross country meet at Discovery Well Park
• Presentation on 2023 Summer Reading Program
• Presentation on 2023 summer programs for Parks, Recreation and Library Services
• Selection of September 2023 Pet of the Month
• Proposed cancellation of the December 20, 2023 meeting

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding the Signal Hill Business Park project. The applicant is requesting a new Site Plan and Design Review and an extension of Tentative Tract Map 80302 for the light industrial park located near Walnut Avenue and East 21st Street.

• Public hearing for Site Plan and Design Review 23-01 (Signal Hill Business Park)
• Extension of Tentative Tract Map 80302 for an 8.69-acre site
• Proposed street vacation of a 14,349 square-foot section of East 21st Street
• Development of nine one-story buildings totaling 151,075 square feet

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Committee will discuss a workplan for presentation to the City Council and plan upcoming diversity breakfast, flag raising, and cultural festival events. Members will also review the Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual and consider a new member recruitment plan.

• DCC workplan follow-up
• Diversity Breakfast, flag raising events, and cultural festival planning
• Commemorative flag policy review
• Proposed change of October meeting date to October 19, 2023
• Recruitment plan for new members

City Council

The City Council will consider implementing overnight parking restrictions on Creston Avenue, Walnut Avenue, and Temple Avenue. The agenda also includes several consent calendar items regarding street rehabilitation, water services, and software service amendments.

• Amendment to Cyrun Inc contract for Police Department software up to $603,000.00
• Final acceptance of Ohio Avenue Street Rehabilitation project from Hill Street to Skyline Drive
• Final acceptance of Water Services and Valve Replacements Phase II project
• Resolution for overnight parking restrictions (10:00 p.m. to 5:00 a.m.) on Creston Avenue, Walnut Avenue, and Temple Avenue
• HdL Companies contract extension through September 21, 2025

Civil Service Commission

The Signal Hill Civil Service Commission is meeting to consider certifying recruitment results. The agenda includes approving eligibility lists for several municipal roles.

• Certification of eligibility list - City Librarian
• Certification of eligibility list - Communications Officer
• Certification of eligibility list - Management Assistant
• Certification of eligibility list - Police Records Clerk
• Certification of eligibility list - Principal Building Inspector

The Commission approved the consent calendar, which included the certification of eligibility lists for five city positions. The meeting minutes from the previous session were also approved.

• Certified eligibility list for City Librarian (5-0)
• Certified eligibility list for Communications Officer (5-0)
• Certified eligibility list for Management Assistant (5-0)
• Certified eligibility list for Police Records Clerk (5-0)
• Certified eligibility list for Principal Building Inspector (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider authorizing payments for recent emergency water leak repairs. The council is also reviewing a contract amendment for citywide landscaping services and an update to the City Manager's employment agreement.

• $250,000 authorization for emergency water leak repair work
• Landscaping contract amendment up to $539,941.13
• First amendment to City Manager employment agreement
• Cost-sharing agreement for water pollutant monitoring

The City Council authorized payment for emergency water line repairs and extended a citywide landscaping contract with Mariposa Landscapes, Inc. The Council also approved an amendment to the City Manager's employment agreement and passed several consent calendar items.

• Approved Resolution No. 2023-08-6761 for emergency water leak repairs (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to Mariposa Landscapes, Inc. agreement for $539,941.13 and adopted Resolution No. 2023-08-6762 (5-0)
• Approved First Amendment to the City Manager Employment Agreement (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including cost sharing for Dominguez Channel monitoring and warrant register (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will receive a presentation regarding programs for the City of Signal Hill's 100th anniversary. Staff will also provide updates on park projects, community services programs, and City Council actions. Additionally, the Commission will select an August 2022 Pet of the Month.

• Presentation on Signal Hill's 100th anniversary programs
• Selection of August 2023 Pet of the Month
• Director’s report on park projects and City Council actions
• Approval of July 19, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission voted to select Buddy Lee, Barney, and Rusty as the August Pet of the Month. The body also received the Director's report and approved the consent calendar.

• Selected Buddy Lee, Barney and Rusty as August Pet of the Month (4-0)
• Received and filed Director's Report (4-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an amendment to Conditional Use Permit 00-05 for an existing self-storage facility. The request seeks to modify and add new conditions of approval for the site located within the Pacific Coast Highway Specific Plan. The Commission is asked to recommend City Council approval and find the action exempt from CEQA.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit 00-05 amendment at 2901 East Pacific Coast Highway
• Approval of July 18, 2023, meeting minutes
• Receipt of monthly Development Status Report

The Planning Commission recommended that the City Council approve an amendment to Conditional Use Permit 00-05 for a self-storage facility. The commission also approved the consent calendar.

• Recommended City Council approval of amended conditional use permit for self-storage facility at 2901 East Pacific Coast Highway (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will consider a contract for audio-visual improvements in the Council Chamber and review the completion of the Spring Street bicycle lane project. The agenda also includes contract amendments for water utility services and fee waivers for local community events.

• Contract with Studio Spectrum, Inc. for $198,088.79 to improve Council Chamber AV systems
• Final acceptance of the $1,899,150.49 Spring Street Bicycle Lane Gap Closure Project
• $101,600 increase to the Project Partners, Inc. water utility consulting contract
• Fee waiver request for the Friends of Signal Hill Library Book Sale
• Waiver request for alcohol and live music at a Signal Hill Community Foundation event

The City Council authorized a contract for new video hardware and streaming services for the Council Chambers. The council also approved a consent calendar including a bicycle lane project acceptance and various fee waivers.

• Approved three-year agreement with Studio Spectrum, Inc. for audio visual improvements not to exceed $198,088.79 plus 10% contingency (4-0)
• Received and filed overview of the Signal Hill Leadership Academy (4-0)
• Approved final acceptance of Spring Street Bicycle Lane Gap Closure Project (4-0)
• Approved amendment to Right-of-Entry permit for Heritage Point Park (4-0)
• Approved Contract Amendment Register dated August 8, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved fee waiver for Friends of Signal Hill Library book sale (4-0)
• Approved fee and alcohol prohibition waiver for Signal Hill Community Foundation fundraising event (4-0)
• Approved Warrant Register dated August 8, 2023 (4-0)

Sustainable City Committee

The committee will consider the appointment of a new Chair and review energy usage reduction programs from SoCalREN. Members will also receive a progress update on the Hillbrook Park Improvement Project. Additionally, the group will discuss increasing meeting frequency and upcoming public outreach efforts.

• Potential appointment of a new Committee Chair for the 2023-25 term
• Presentation on energy usage reduction by SoCalREN
• Progress update on the Hillbrook Park Improvement Project
• Discussion regarding increasing the frequency of committee meetings
• Status report on the polystyrene packaging educational campaign

The committee did not reach a quorum, and no formal decisions were made. Members received updates on the Hillbrook Park Improvement project, the General Plan Update, and the Southern California Regional Energy Network.

Diversity Coalition Committee

The committee will discuss developing a workplan for the City Council and planning upcoming community events such as flag raising and a cultural festival. Members will also review the Signal Hill Police Department's policy and procedure manual. Additionally, the group will address recruitment plans for new members.

• Review of Police Department policy and procedure manual
• Planning for Diversity Breakfast and flag raising events
• Development of DCC workplan
• New member recruitment plan
• Approval of July 20, 2023 meeting minutes

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will swear in Ayda Ghebrezghi following her reappointment by the City Council. The body will also consider certifying an eligibility list for the Accountant position and approving previous meeting minutes.

• Swearing in of newly appointed Civil Service Commissioner Ayda Ghebrezghi
• Certification of Eligibility List - Accountant

The Commission approved the consent calendar, which included the certification of the eligibility list for Accountant. Commissioner Ghebrezghi was also sworn into the Commission.

• Approved certification of eligibility list for Accountant (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
• Sworn in Commissioner Ghebrezghi

City Council

The City Council will consider a conditional use permit for the Long Beach Firefighters’ Association to operate a club at 2201 Cherry Avenue and use an adjacent parking lot. The council will also review a contract for the Civic Center Master Plan in the amount of $218,915. Additionally, presentations are scheduled regarding city GIS data and local health services.

• Conditional Use Permit 23-01 for Long Beach Firefighters’ Association club operations
• Contract with John Kaliski Architects, Inc. for Civic Center Master Plan ($218,915)
• Contract amendment for Spring Street Bicycle Lane Gap Closure project ($41,019.56 increase)
• Contract amendment for Well 10 Construction project ($17,000 increase)
• Resolution designating authorized agents for COVID-19 emergency grants

The City Council authorized a contract for a Civic Center Master Plan and approved a conditional use permit for the Long Beach Firefighters’ Association. The Council also passed several resolutions via the consent calendar, including an update to the conflict of interest code.

• Approved $218,915 contract with John Kaliski Architects, Inc. for Civic Center Master Plan (5-0)
• Authorized contingency up to $31,085 for Civic Center Master Plan (5-0)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 23-01 for Long Beach Firefighters’ Association Corporation Local 372 at 2201 Cherry Avenue (5-0)
• Approved parking license agreement for city lots at 1919 East Hill Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-07-6758 amending the Conflict of Interest Code (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-07-6759 designating authorized agents for emergency services grants (5-0)
• Approved Contract Amendment Register, Schedule of Investments, and Warrant Register dated July 25, 2023 (5-0)

Diversity Coalition Committee

The committee will discuss developing a workplan to present to the City Council. Members will also review the Signal Hill Police Department’s policy and procedure manual for potential improvements. Additionally, the group will plan upcoming community events and member recruitment.

• Review of Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual
• Planning for Diversity Breakfast, flag raising, and cultural festivals
• Development of a DCC workplan for City Council presentation
• New member recruitment plan and materials
• Rescheduling the August 9, 2023 meeting

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review Pet of the Month nominations and receive a Director's report regarding City Council actions and park projects. The agenda also includes a review of commission revolving objectives and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Pet of the Month nominations for July 2023
• Director's report on city council actions, park projects, and programs
• Review of Commission Revolving objectives
• Approval of June 21, 2023 meeting minutes

The Commission voted to name Smokey and Miller as the July Pet of the Month. The body also approved the consent calendar and received the Director's report.

• Voted Smokey and Miller as July Pet of the Month (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar, including meeting minutes and review of revolving objectives (5-0)
• Received and filed Director's report on City Council actions, park projects, and programs (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission will receive a status report regarding six proposals received for workforce housing development at Orange Bluff and Walnut Bluff. The agenda also includes routine items such as approving previous meeting minutes and reviewing the monthly Development Status Report.

• Status report on affordable housing proposals for Orange Bluff and Walnut Bluff
• Approval of June 20, 2023, meeting minutes
• Review of monthly Development Status Report

The Planning Commission approved the consent calendar, which included previous minutes and development reports. The Commission also received and filed a staff report regarding a Notice of Funding Availability.

• Approved Consent Calendar (Previous Minutes, City Council Follow Up, Development Status Report, In The News)
• Received and filed Notice of Funding Availability update

City Council

The City Council will consider a contract with Hardy & Harper, Inc. for the Palm Drive Pavement Rehabilitation Project. The council will also discuss potential updates to the Signal Hill Municipal Code and review the 2022 Military Equipment Annual Report.

• $774,000 contract for Palm Drive Pavement Rehabilitation Project
• 3% cost of living adjustment for Shuster Advisory Group agreement
• $9,592 increase for Michael Baker International engineering services
• $36,000 increase for DISC Solutions consulting services
• Approval of the 2022 Military Equipment Annual Report

The City Council authorized a construction contract for pavement rehabilitation on Palm Drive. The council also provided staff direction on municipal code amendments and approved the consent calendar, including the 2022 military equipment annual report.

• Approved $774,000 contract with Hardy & Harper, Inc. for Palm Drive Pavement Rehabilitation Project (3-0)
• Authorized 10% contingency of $77,400 for Palm Drive project (3-0)
• Approved policy direction for proposed Signal Hill Municipal Code amendments (3-0)
• Approved 2022 Military Equipment Annual Report and renewal of Ordinance No 2022-06-1535 (3-0)
• Approved third amendment to agreement with Shuster Advisory Group, LLC (3-0)
• Approved Contract Amendment Register and Warrant Register dated July 11, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (3-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Commission will administer the Oath of Office to Ayda Ghebrezghi following her reappointment by the City Council. The body will also consider certifying an eligibility list for a police recruit and approving meeting minutes from June 7, 2023.

• Swearing in of newly appointed Civil Service Commissioner Ayda Ghebrezghi
• Certification of Eligibility List for Police Recruit
• Approval of June 7, 2023, meeting minutes

The Commission approved the consent calendar, which included the certification of the police recruit eligibility list and the approval of previous meeting minutes. No other new business was conducted.

• Approved certification of eligibility list for Police Recruit (3-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will review the FY 2023-24 operating and capital budget and a new communications plan. The meeting also includes a public hearing on amending the city's uniform schedule of service fees and charges.

• Public hearing for amended Uniform Schedule of Service Fees and Charges
• Adoption of the FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budget
• Approval of a City-wide pay schedule and management salary ranges
• Creation of three new positions: Assistant to City Manager/Economic Development Manager, Communications Officer, and Emergency Management Coordinator
• Final acceptance of the $82,357 Discovery Well Park Play Area Resurfacing Project

The City Council approved the annual operating and capital budget and appropriations limit for fiscal year 2023-24. Members also adopted updated city-wide pay schedules, management salary ranges, and new class specifications for city positions. Additionally, the council amended the uniform schedule of city service fees and charges.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-06-6743 amending the uniform schedule of service fees and charges (3-0)
• Adopted the 2023-2025 Communications Plan as amended (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-06-6744 (FY 2023-24 Operating and Capital Budget) and Resolution No. 2023-06-6745 (Annual Appropriations Limit) (3-0)
• Adopted Resolutions No. 2023-06-6746 through 2023-06-6749 regarding city-wide pay schedules, management salary ranges, part-time salary schedules, and new class specifications (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-06-6750 adopting the investment policy for public funds (3-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including records retention amendments, Discovery Well Park play area resurfacing acceptance, and CDBG and PLHA grant participation (3-0)

City Council as Successor Agency

The City Council as Successor Agency will consider adopting resolutions for investment policies. These policies provide guidelines for managing available resources and protecting pooled cash. No changes to the existing City Investment Policy are proposed at this time.

• Resolution adopting the City's Investment Policy for public funds
• Resolution adopting the Successor Agency's Investment Policy for public funds

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will conduct its annual reorganization to elect a Chair and Vice Chair. Members will also select representatives for the Sustainable City Committee and assign specific parks to commissioners for regular feedback.

• Oath of Office for newly appointed Commissioner Kiran Gidwani
• Annual election of Commission Chair and Vice Chair
• Selection of representative and alternate for the Sustainable City Committee
• Assignment of specific parks to individual commissioners
• Proposed meeting time change to 5:00 p.m. for July and August meetings

The Commission elected new leadership and assigned specific city parks to each commissioner for oversight. The body also appointed representatives to the Sustainability City Committee and updated meeting times for July and August 2023.

• Elected Commissioner Kiss-Lee as Chair (4-0)
• Elected Commissioner Anhorn as Vice Chair (4-0)
• Nominated Commissioner Gidwani as representative and Commissioner Dutch Hughes as alternate to the Sustainability City Committee (4-0)
• Approved park assignments for all five commissioners (4-0)
• Approved updated meeting times for July and August 2023 (4-0)
• Selected Laide and Miss Lady as June Pet of the Month (4-0)
• Received and filed the Director's Report (4-0)
• Approved the Consent Calendar (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will conduct a public hearing regarding a conditional use permit for the Long Beach Firefighters Association Corp. Local 372. The request includes operating a club and holding limited large events at 2201 Cherry Avenue. Additionally, the commission will select new representatives for the Sustainable City Committee.

• Conditional Use Permit 23-01: operation of a club and limited large events at 2201 Cherry Avenue
• Oath of office for Commissioners Perica Bell and Saeida Miller
• Selection of Chair and Vice Chair for the 2023-24 term
• Nomination of Sustainable City Committee representative and alternate

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Diversity Coalition Committee will discuss planning for flag raising events, concerts in the park, and a cultural festival. The committee will also review the Signal Hill Police Department’s policy and procedure manual and consider a presentation regarding a City Farmers Market.

• Planning for flag raising events, Concerts in the Park, and cultural festivals
• Review of Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual
• Presentation regarding a City Farmers Market
• Recruitment plan for new committee members
• Approval of May 10, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider several service agreements, including a five-year contract with Axon for body and in-car cameras. The council will also review a three-year agreement for citywide street sweeping and proposed assessment increases for the Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1.

• $453,594.86 contract with Axon for police cameras and evidence storage
• $314,847.20 annual contract for citywide street sweeping
• Proposed 10% increase to Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 assessments
• $94,128.45 agreement with GoTo Technologies for a new phone system
• Adoption of the Local Roadway Safety Plan resolution

The City Council approved several operational agreements, including street sweeping, police camera systems, and a new phone system. They also adopted a local roadway safety plan and confirmed assessments for a landscape and lighting district.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-06-6740 for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 assessments (3-0-1)
• Approved 3-year street sweeping agreement with CleanStreet not-to-exceed $314,847.20 per year (4-0)
• Authorized FY 2023-24 Prop A funding request of $340,586 and transit contracts with Global Paratransit ($10,150) and Long Beach Public Transportation Company ($76,162) (4-0)
• Approved 42-month VOIP phone system agreement with GoTo not-to-exceed $94,128.45 (4-0)
• Approved $86,570 agreement with Clearsource Financial Consulting for fee schedule and impact fee study (4-0)
• Approved 5-year $453,594.86 agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for body worn and in-car cameras (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-06-6741 approving the Local Roadway Safety Plan (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-06-6742 accepting Discovery Well Park Improvement Project completion (4-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will swear in newly appointed commissioners Ayda Ghebrezghi, Ronald Griggs, and Diana Phillips. The body will also select a Chair and Vice Chair for the 2023/24 term and appoint representatives to the Sustainable City Committee. Additionally, the Commission will consider certifying eligibility lists for several city positions.

• Swearing in of new Civil Service Commissioners
• Selection of 2023/24 Chair and Vice Chair
• Appointment of Sustainable City Committee representative and alternate
• Certification of Water Systems Superintendent eligibility list
• Certification of Police Officer and Police Recruit eligibility lists

City Council

The City Council will hold a budget study session to review the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2023-24. Staff presentations will cover department budgets, including Police and Public Works. The session also includes discussions on the Capital Improvement Program and service fees.

• Review of preliminary Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget
• Presentation of department program budgets
• Discussion of Capital Improvement Program
• Review of Schedule of Service Fees and Charges
• Review of Decision Packages

The City Council held a budget study session to review the preliminary Fiscal Year 2023-24 budget, including program budgets and the Capital Improvement Program. No final votes were taken on the budget; the Council directed staff to bring back department presentations at the June 27, 2023 meeting.

• Directed staff to bring back department budget presentations on June 27, 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider appointments for the Civil Service Commission and proposed assessments for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1. Additionally, staff is proposing to reject all bids for the 33rd Street Water Main Replacement Project to initiate a re-bid process.

• Proposed $93,150 total assessment for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 for FY 2023-24
• Rejection of all bids and authorization to re-bid the 33rd Street Water Main Replacement Project
• Appointment of a candidate to the Civil Service Commission through May 31, 2025
• Public hearing scheduled for June 13, 2023, regarding landscape and lighting assessments

The City Council appointed Diana Phillips to the Civil Service Commission and initiated proceedings to levy assessments for the Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1. The Council also rejected all bids for the 33rd Street water main replacement project to re-bid the work.

• Appointed Diana Phillips to the Civil Service Commission (3-1)
• Adopted Resolution Nos. 2023-05-6738 and 2023-05-6739 to levy assessments for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 (3-0-1)
• Set Public Hearing for June 13, 2023, regarding landscape and lighting assessments (3-0-1)
• Rejected all bids for the 33rd Street Water Main Replacement Project and ordered re-bid (3-0)
• Approved Schedule of Investments, Monthly Transaction Report, and Warrant Register dated May 23, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (3-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review proposed changes to the outdoor facility use permit policy, including a pilot program for Reservoir Park picnic shelters. Members will also receive updates on Hillbrook Park renovation designs and funding prospects for Reservoir Park improvements. Additionally, the Commission will consider fee waiver requests from local organizations.

• Proposed updates to Policy 4.9B regarding outdoor facility use permits
• Fee waiver request of $7,877.50 for Long Beach Mineral and Gem Society
• Fee waiver request of $765.00 for Alvarado Elementary School
• Presentation on funding prospects for Reservoir Park improvements
• Update on Hillbrook Park renovation design and community outreach

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved updates to the Community Services Department outdoor facility use permit policy. The commission also approved fee waiver requests for the Long Beach Mineral and Gem Society and Alvarado Elementary School.

• Approved update to Community Services Department Outdoor Policy 4.9B Facility Use Permits - Outdoor (4-0)
• Approved Long Beach Mineral and Gem Society fee waiver request (4-0)
• Approved Alvarado Elementary School fee waiver request (4-0)
• Voted Diego as the May Pet of the Month
• Received and filed Hillbrook Park community outreach and project update (4-0)
• Received and filed Annual Parks and Recreation Commissioner Park Report for Chair Anhorn (4-0)
• Received and filed Director's Report (4-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including meeting minutes and revolving objectives (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting including presentations and reports. The agenda includes a recognition for Commissioner Rose Richárd and a legal update regarding housing laws.

• Certificate of Recognition for Commissioner Rose Richárd
• Presentation on 2023 'Under One Roof' legal updates for housing laws
• Notice of Funding Availability for workforce housing at Orange Bluff and Walnut Bluff
• Approval of April 18, 2023 meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved the consent calendar, including previous minutes and development reports. The body received a presentation on 2022 housing law updates and a staff report on funding availability for workforce housing.

• Approved Consent Calendar (5-0)
• Received and Filed Notice of Funding Availability report (voice vote)

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Committee will discuss planning for a speaker series, flag raising events, and a cultural festival. Members will also review recruitment strategies, an updated communication plan, and the Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual.

• Planning for speaker series, flag raising events, and cultural festival
• Recruitment plan for new members
• Review of updated communication plan
• Review of Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual
• Approval of April 12, 2023 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will discuss a new disinfection station at Temple Reservoir and a contract for Public Works maintenance. The meeting also includes a work session regarding the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan.

• Emergency sole source contract with D&H Water Systems for $171,890 to construct a disinfection station at Temple Reservoir
• Contract Services Agreement with Conservation Corps of Long Beach for $160,797.60 over three years
• Final acceptance of Well No. 8 demolition and Well No. 10 construction totaling $3,143,765.15
• 2023-2028 Strategic Plan work session with Moss Adams LLP
• Proclamations for Older Americans Month, National Public Works Week, and National Police Week

The City Council authorized two service contracts, including an emergency water disinfection system at Temple Reservoir. The Council also approved the final acceptance of well demolition and construction projects via the consent calendar.

• Authorized $160,797.60 three-year contract with Conservation Corps of Long Beach (5-0)
• Authorized $171,890 contract with D&H Water Systems for Temple Reservoir disinfection station (5-0)
• Approved final acceptance of Well No. 8 demolition and Well No. 10 construction (5-0)
• Approved May 9, 2023 warrant register (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The commission will review routine consent calendar items, including the approval of April 5, 2023 meeting minutes. The agenda also includes certifying eligibility lists for Account Specialist II, Fleet Mechanic, and Fleet Services Supervisor positions.

• Certification of Account Specialist II eligibility list
• Certification of Fleet Mechanic eligibility list
• Certification of Fleet Services Supervisor eligibility list
• Approval of April 5, 2023 meeting minutes

The Signal Hill Civil Service Commission unanimously approved a consent calendar that included certification of eligibility lists for Account Specialist II (Promotional), Fleet Mechanic, and Fleet Services Supervisor, as well as the meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also featured a public comment from a former commissioner and adjournment to the next regular meeting.

• Approved certification of eligibility list for Account Specialist II (Promotional) (4-0)
• Approved certification of eligibility list for Fleet Mechanic (4-0)
• Approved certification of eligibility list for Fleet Services Supervisor (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (4-0)

Sustainable City Committee

The committee will discuss updates on local environmental projects and compliance with state laws. Members will also consider whether to revote on motions for an educational campaign about alternative products to replace plastics. Additionally, staff will provide updates on water conservation and the citywide median improvement project.

• Vote on polystyrene packaging education campaign motions
• Update on Citywide median landscape and irrigation design project
• Presentation on SolarAPP+ automated solar permitting platform
• Update on compliance with AB 1276 single-use food accessories law
• Recruitment for Environmental Justice and Environmental Resources focus groups

The Sustainable City Committee voted 6-2 to create an educational campaign promoting alternatives to styrofoam for local businesses and residents, after revisiting a previously tabled item on prohibiting polystyrene packaging. The committee also received and filed reports on the median improvement project, AB 1276 compliance, the Mayor's Clean-Up event, water conservation, and other items. No substantive policy was adopted; the campaign is informational only.

• Approved educational campaign on styrofoam alternatives (6-2)
• Received and filed median improvement project report
• Received and filed AB 1276 single-use food accessories update
• Received and filed 'Pick-It-Up' campaign status report
• Received and filed water conservation chart update
• Received and filed sustainability award program report
• Received and filed bulky item pick-up reminder
• Approved consent calendar including previous minutes and news

City Council

The City Council will consider several appointments to the Civil Service, Parks and Recreation, and Planning Commissions. Additionally, the council is reviewing a budget increase for an outdoor art project at the Signal Hill Library and an engineering agreement for the Gundry Reservoir.

• Appoint members to the Civil Service, Parks and Recreation, and Planning Commissions
• Increase Outdoor Public Art Project budget by $30,000 for a total of $80,000
• Engineering design agreement with Ardurra Group, Inc. for Gundry Reservoir up to $299,313
• Solicit proposals for a Civic Center Master Plan
• Issue Notice of Funding Availability for Orange Bluff and Walnut Bluff workforce housing sites

The City Council appointed new members to the Planning, Parks and Recreation, and Civil Service Commissions. The Council also authorized several infrastructure and art project contracts and directed the issuance of a notice for workforce housing proposals.

• Appointed Perica Bell and Saeida Miller to the Planning Commission
• Appointed Caroline Kiss-Lee and Kiran Gidwani to the Parks and Recreation Commission
• Appointed Ayda Ghebrezghi and Ronald Griggs to the Civil Service Commission
• Approved $80,000 total allocation for Outdoor Public Arts Project at Signal Hill Library
• Approved $299,313 contract with Ardurra Group, Inc. for Gundry Reservoir project
• Approved RFP for a Civic Center master plan
• Approved NOFA for Orange Bluff and Walnut Bluff workforce housing sites
• Approved Consent Calendar including Measure W project funding and water service policies

Housing Authority

The Housing Authority is reviewing a recommendation to issue a Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for two workforce housing sites. These properties, known as Orange Bluff and Walnut Bluff, are intended to accommodate up to 380 units. The proposal seeks developers to partner with the City and Signal Hill Petroleum.

• Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) for Orange Bluff and Walnut Bluff sites
• Development of up to 380 workforce housing units
• Approximately $10 million in accumulated funding available

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will consider replacing four Eucalyptus trees north of the Hilltop Park restroom with Crepe Myrtles. The meeting also includes a proposal to rename the Community Services Department to the Parks, Recreation, and Library Services Department. Additionally, commissioners are scheduled to present their inaugural annual reports on assigned parks.

• Replacement of four Eucalyptus trees near Hilltop Park restroom with Crepe Myrtles
• Renaming of Community Services Department
• Selection of April 2023 Pet of the Month
• Submission of annual Commissioner park reports

The Commission voted to remove a request for tree replacements near the Hilltop Park restroom from the agenda. Other items, including the renaming of the Community Services Department, were received and filed.

• Pulled request for replacement of trees adjacent to Hilltop Park restroom from agenda (4-0)
• Received and filed renaming of Community Services Department to Parks, Recreation, and Library Services Department (4-0)
• Voted Benji as April Pet of the Month
• Received and filed Annual Parks and Recreation Commissioner Park Reports (4-0)
• Received and filed Director's Report (4-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar, including meeting minutes and review of revolving objectives (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive reports regarding the Gateway Cities Affordable Housing Trust and water service priorities for affordable housing projects. The meeting also includes an update on the General Plan's Environmental Justice and Environmental Resources elements.

• Gateway Cities Affordable Housing Trust report
• Water service priority policy for affordable housing
• General Plan Environmental Justice and Environmental Resources update
• Monthly Development Status Report

The Planning Commission approved the consent calendar, including previous minutes and the development status report. The commission received and filed reports regarding affordable housing, water service policies, and General Plan updates. No new ordinances or zoning changes were decided.

• Approved Consent Calendar (4-0)
• Received and filed report on Gateway Cities Affordable Housing Trust
• Received and filed report on water service prioritization for affordable housing
• Received and filed report on General Plan Elements Update: Environmental Justice and Environmental Resources
• Received and filed report on Planning Commissioner Academy Conference follow-up

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Committee will discuss planning for a speaker series, flag raising events, and a cultural festival. Members will also review the Police Department's policy and procedure manual and an environmental justice plan.

• Speaker series, flag raising events, and cultural festival planning
• Annual calendar and marketing plan development
• Review of updated communication plan
• Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual review
• Environmental Justice/Urban Forest plan discussion

City Council

The City Council will interview applicants for the City Clerk position and hold a work session regarding the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan. The council will also review an auditing services contract and routine project acceptances.

• Interviews for the appointment of a new City Clerk
• $154,810 contract with RAMS for independent auditing services
• Final acceptance of the 2022-2023 Slurry Seal Program
• Fee waiver and alcohol use request for a Signal Hill Community Foundation event

The City Council appointed Daritza Gonzalez as City Clerk for a term ending November 2024. The Council also approved a consent calendar including a slurry seal program acceptance and an auditing services contract. A work session was held regarding the 2023-2028 Strategic Plan.

• Appointed Daritza Gonzalez as City Clerk (3-1)
• Approved final acceptance of 2022-2023 Slurry Seal Program (4-0)
• Approved request to waive fees and alcohol prohibition for city facility use (4-0)
• Approved auditing services contract with Rogers Anderson Malody & Scott, LLP (4-0)
• Approved warrant register dated April 11, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (4-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will review recruitment conclusions for several city positions. The commission plans to certify eligibility lists for roles including Police Recruit and Senior Water Systems Operator. The meeting also includes the introduction of new Deputy City Manager Grissel Chavez.

• Certification of eligibility list for Dispatcher/Jailer
• Certification of eligibility list for Police Records Supervisor
• Certification of eligibility list for Police Recruit
• Certification of eligibility list for Senior Water Systems Operator
• Introduction of new Deputy City Manager Grissel Chavez

The Commission approved the consent calendar, which included the certification of eligibility lists for four city positions. The meeting also included the introduction of new Deputy City Manager Grissel Chavez.

• Certified eligibility list for Dispatcher/Jailer (5-0)
• Certified eligibility list for Police Records Supervisor (5-0)
• Certified eligibility list for Police Recruit (5-0)
• Certified eligibility list for Senior Water Systems Operator (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Signal Hill City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss a public employee appointment. The closed session is specifically regarding the title of Chief of Police.

• Closed session regarding Chief of Police appointment

The City Council held a special meeting including a closed session regarding the appointment of the Chief of Police. The City Manager reported that no reportable action was taken during the closed session. The meeting was adjourned without further decisions.

• No reportable action taken regarding Chief of Police appointment
• Adjourned meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will review several public works contracts for intersection and street rehabilitation projects. Additionally, the council is considering a grant application for a new outdoor amphitheater at Signal Hill Park.

• Intersection improvement project at East 20th Street and Redondo Avenue ($448,479.00)
• Ohio Avenue street rehabilitation from Hill Street to Skyline Avenue ($294,491.40)
• Grant application for Signal Hill Park amphitheater construction ($5,000,000.00)
• Membership in the Gateway Cities Affordable Housing Trust
• Citywide median landscape and irrigation design project update

The City Council approved two public works contracts for street improvements and adopted resolutions for a park amphitheater grant and affordable housing trust membership. Council also directed staff to wait for correspondence regarding Westbluff Estates.

• Approved $448,479 contract with ILB Electric for East 20th Street and Redondo Avenue intersection project (5-0)
• Approved $294,491.40 contract with Excel Paving for Ohio Avenue street rehabilitation (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-03-6732 approving California Arts Council grant application for Signal Hill Park Amphitheater (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-03-6733 joining the Gateway Cities Affordable Housing Trust (5-0)
• Directed staff to await correspondence from Westbluff Estates Homeowners Association
• Approved Consent Calendar including contract amendment register, investment reports, and warrant register (5-0)

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Diversity Coalition Committee will discuss planning for a speaker series, flag raising events, and a cultural festival. Members will also review the Signal Hill Police Department's policy and procedure manual for improvement opportunities. Additionally, the committee will consider changing its meeting frequency to once per month.

• Review of Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual
• Planning for speaker series, flag raising events, and cultural festival
• Development of an annual calendar and marketing plan
• Review of updated communication plan
• Possible change to meeting schedule

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review the 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report and routine consent calendar items. No specific new business topics are listed for discussion on this agenda.

• 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report
• Approval of February 21, 2023, meeting minutes
• Monthly Development Status Report

The Planning Commission received and filed the 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report. The commission also approved the consent calendar, which included previous minutes and development status reports.

• Received and filed 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report
• Approved Consent Calendar (previous minutes, City Council follow up, development status report, and 'In the News')

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Commission will review a request to waive fees for a Chamber of Commerce luncheon at Signal Point Terrace. Members will also consider accepting a donated memorial park bench and plaque for former Commissioner Gary Dudley. Presentations on traffic safety and environmental updates are also scheduled.

• Fee waiver request for Chamber of Commerce luncheon at Signal Point Terrace
• Donation of a park bench and memorial plaque for former Commissioner Gary Dudley
• Presentation on the Traffic Safety Committee
• Presentation on Environmental Resource Element updates
• Selection of March 2023 Pet of the Month

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved a fee waiver for the Chamber of Commerce and the donation of a memorial park bench. The commission also selected the Pet of the Month for March. A discussion was held regarding the lack of current rules against smoking in city parks.

• Approved fee waiver for Signal Hill Chamber of Commerce Meet the City Luncheon (3-0)
• Approved donation of park bench and memorial plaque for former Commissioner Gary Dudley (4-0)
• Selected Walter & Bently as Pet of the Month for March (4-0)
• Received and filed Director's Report on City Council actions, park projects, and programs (4-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a public works contract for playground surface installation at Discovery Well Park. The agenda also includes a resolution to terminate the local emergency declared due to the COVID-19 pandemic.

• Public Works contract with TJ Janca Construction, Inc. for $82,357.00 for Discovery Well Park play area resurfacing
• Resolution terminating the local emergency declared as a result of the COVID-19 pandemic
• Ordinance No. 2023-02-1543 regarding new street tree planting
• 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report submission
• Fee waiver request for the Friends of Signal Hill Library book sale

The City Council authorized a contract for park resurfacing and approved the 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report. The Council also passed a consent calendar that included terminating the COVID-19 local emergency and updating street tree planting codes.

• Approved $82,357 contract with TJ Janca Construction for Discovery Well Park play area resurfacing (5-0)
• Authorized submission of 2022 General Plan Annual Progress Report to state agencies (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2023-02-1543 regarding new street tree planting (5-0)
• Approved resolution terminating the local emergency declared for the COVID-19 pandemic (5-0)
• Approved fee waivers for Friends of Signal Hill Library book sale and 69th Assembly District Women of Distinction event (5-0)
• Approved contract amendment and warrant registers dated March 14, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)
• Added discussion of Westbluff Estates open space beautification and security to a future agenda

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Committee will discuss strategies for a speaker series, flag raising events, and a cultural festival. Members will also review the updated communication plan and the Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual.

• Speaker series, flag raising events, and cultural festival planning
• Annual calendar and marketing plan development
• Review of updated communication plan
• Committee future structure and City Council reporting plan
• Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual review

City Council

The Signal Hill City Council will hold a special meeting to conduct business regarding a public employee appointment. The council will convene in a closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.

• Closed session regarding Deputy City Manager appointment

The City Council held a special meeting and entered a closed session regarding a Deputy City Manager appointment. The City Manager reported that no reportable action was taken during the closed session.

• No reportable action taken regarding Deputy City Manager appointment

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to conduct routine business including the approval of previous meeting minutes. The Commission is also expected to certify the eligibility list for the Senior Maintenance Worker recruitment.

• Certification of Eligibility List - Senior Maintenance Worker
• Approval of February 1, 2023, meeting minutes

The Commission approved the consent calendar, which included the certification of the eligibility list for Senior Maintenance Worker and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved certification of eligibility list for Senior Maintenance Worker (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the 2023 Street Tree Master Plan and updating street tree planting policies. The Council will also discuss appointing Jonathan Arnold as Interim Chief of Police and conducting a mid-year budget review. Additionally, staff will seek direction on returning to in-person meetings for the Council and various commissions.

• Adoption of the 2023 Street Tree Master Plan and updated street tree policy
• Appointment of Jonathan Arnold as Interim Chief of Police
• Mid-year budget review for fiscal year 2022-23
• Discussion on returning to in-person meetings for City Council and Commissions
• Presentation on natural gas prices and impacts to customer bills

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Diversity Coalition Committee will review a presentation regarding the Environmental Resources Element and a new Environmental Justice Element. The committee will also discuss planning for cultural festivals, committee structure, and the Police Department policy manual.

• Presentation on Environmental Resources and Environmental Justice Elements
• Planning for speaker series, flag raising events, and a cultural festival
• Review of Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual
• Discussion regarding committee structure and communication with City Council
• Approval of February 8, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive an overview of updates to the General Plan's Environmental Resources Element and the new Environmental Justice Element. The Commission will also provide feedback regarding hybrid meeting procedures for officials and public attendance.

• Overview of Environmental Resources and Environmental Justice Element updates
• Selection of commissioners for the 2023 Planning Commissioners Academy
• Feedback on hybrid meeting procedures related to AB361
• Review of the monthly Development Status Report

The Planning Commission received reports on General Plan environmental elements and hybrid meeting procedures. The Commission also approved its consent calendar and selected two members to attend a professional conference.

• Received and filed report on Environmental Resources and Environmental Justice General Plan elements
• Selected Chair Parker and Commissioner Savoulian to attend 2023 Planning Commissioners Academy
• Received and filed report on hybrid meeting procedures related to AB361
• Approved Consent Calendar (previous minutes, City Council follow up, development status report, and in the news)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission is reviewing fee waiver requests for the Signal Hill Historical Society and Springs of Hope Grief Care Center. The commission will also discuss developing a policy for commercial filming in city parks. Additionally, members will select a nominee for the 2023 Older American Award.

• Fee waiver request for Signal Hill Historical Society use of Library Learning Center
• Fee waiver request for Springs of Hope Grief Care Center use of Library Community Room
• Selection of the 2023 Older American Award nominee
• Review of draft Film, Video, and Still Photography Permit application

The Parks and Recreation Commission approved fee waiver requests for two non-profit organizations and nominated Larry Blunden for the Outstanding Older American Award. The commission also decided to revisit a final draft of the film permit policy at a future meeting.

• Approved Signal Hill Historical Society non-profit fee waiver (5-0)
• Approved Springs of Hope Grief Care Center non-profit fee waiver (5-0)
• Nominated Larry Blunden for the Outstanding Older American Award (5-0)
• Received and filed Pet of the Month nominations (5-0)
• Tabled film permit policy to bring back a final draft to a future meeting (5-0)
• Received and filed Director's Report (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a $1.9 million inter-fund loan for the Gundry Reservoir Roof Replacement Project. The agenda also includes awarding a contract to Moss Adams LLP for a five-year strategic plan and discussing how to fill the City Clerk vacancy. Additionally, the Council will review road repair projects funded by Senate Bill 1.

• $1.9 million inter-fund loan for Gundry Reservoir Roof Replacement Project
• Contract award to Moss Adams LLP for strategic plan ($41,800)
• Authorization of RFP for fee and impact fee studies
• Resolution approving SB 1 road repair projects for FY 2023-24
• $8,000 contract increase for Well 8 Demolition and Well 10 Construction

The City Council authorized a $1.9 million inter-fund loan for the Gundry Reservoir roof project and approved a contract for a five-year strategic plan. The council also authorized a request for proposals for various fee and cost studies and approved road projects funded by SB 1.

• Approved $41,800 contract with Moss Adams LLP for a five-year strategic plan (5-0)
• Directed staff to fill the City Clerk vacancy by appointment
• Authorized RFP for comprehensive fee study, development impact fee study, and cost allocation plan study (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-02-6728 approving FY 2023-24 SB 1 road repair projects (5-0)
• Approved $1.9 million Inter-Fund Loan Agreement for Gundry Reservoir roof replacement at 2.5% interest (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar items 7b through 7d (5-0)
• Continued local emergency proclamation for COVID-19 to allow virtual meetings under AB 361 (5-0)

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Diversity Coalition Committee will discuss planning for cultural events and a marketing plan. Members will also review the Signal Hill Police Department policy manual and examine city staff demographics.

• Review of Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual
• Planning for speaker series, flag raising, and cultural festivals
• Review of city staff and leadership demographics
• Development of an annual calendar and marketing plan
• Approval of January 25, 2023 meeting minutes

Sustainable City Committee

The committee will review updates to the Environmental Resources Element and a new Environmental Justice Element for the General Plan. Discussion will also include a proposed ordinance regarding polystyrene packaging and subcommittee findings on a potential farmers' market.

• Update to Environmental Resources and Environmental Justice Elements
• Proposed ordinance prohibiting polystyrene packaging
• Subcommittee update on farmers' market funding and locations
• Street Tree Master Plan update
• Nomination of EDCO for a Sustainability Award

The Committee selected EDCO to receive the City's Sustainability Award following a presentation on their facilities. The Committee also directed staff to consult the City Attorney regarding a polystyrene packaging ordinance. Several reports on water conservation, street trees, and energy awards were received and filed.

• Selected EDCO to receive the Sustainability Award
• Directed staff to work with City Attorney on polystyrene packaging ordinance action
• Received and filed Street Tree Master Plan report
• Received and filed Gateway Cities 2022 Energy Action Award report
• Received and filed water conservation report
• Approved Consent Calendar

Civil Service Commission

The Signal Hill Civil Service Commission will meet to consider administrative items. The agenda includes a recommendation to certify an eligibility list for a police recruit and to approve meeting minutes from January 4, 2023. No specific new business topics are listed for discussion.

• Certification of Police Recruit eligibility list
• Approval of January 4, 2023, meeting minutes

The Commission approved the consent calendar, which included the certification of the police recruit eligibility list and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Approved certification of eligibility list for police recruit (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)

Diversity Coalition Committee

The committee will discuss planning for a speaker series, Black History Month, and a cultural festival. Members will also review the Signal Hill Police Department's policy and procedure manual to discuss opportunities for improvement. Additionally, the group will examine how city staff and leadership demographics mirror the community.

• Planning for Black History Month and a cultural festival
• Review of Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual
• Review of city staff, leaders, and committee demographics
• Approval of January 11, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will review the FY 2021-22 financial report and consider using an $8.6 million operating surplus for reserves and capital projects. The Council will also hold a public hearing regarding the use of approximately $86,190 in federal funds for food distribution programs and sidewalk improvements.

• Proposed use of $86,190 in CDBG funds for food programs and ADA sidewalk improvements
• Allocation of $8.6 million General Fund surplus to reserves and capital projects
• Acceptance of HUD grant for Civic Center parking lot improvement project
• Appointment of an Interim Chief of Police
• Review of 2022 Conditional Use Permit annual findings

The City Council approved the use of an $8.6 million General Fund operating surplus and Library Reserve funds to amend the FY 2022-23 budget. Council also approved $86,190 in Community Development Block Grant funds for FY 2023-24 and accepted a HUD grant for Civic Center parking lot improvements.

• Approved $86,190 CDBG estimated allocation and expenditures for FY 2023-24 (5-0)
• Approved appropriations from $8.6M FY 2021-22 General Fund surplus and Library Reserve to FY 2022-23 budget (5-0)
• Scheduled Budget Workshop for May 25, 2023, at 6:00 p.m.
• Received and filed 2022 Annual Review of Conditional Use Permits (5-0)
• Approved contract amendment register, investment reports, warrant register, and meeting minutes (5-0)
• Continued local emergency proclamation for COVID-19 and virtual meeting exemptions (5-0)
• Accepted HUD grant for Civic Center Parking Lot Improvement Project (5-0)

Parks and Recreation Commission

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review fee waiver requests from two local non-profit organizations for use of the library learning center. The meeting also includes a presentation on homelessness outreach efforts by PATH.

• Homelessness outreach update from PATH
• Fee waiver request: Friends of the Signal Hill Library
• Fee waiver request: Signal Hill Historical Society
• Older American Award nominations

The Commission approved two separate fee waiver requests for non-profit organizations. Other actions included selecting the January Pet of the Month and approving the consent calendar.

• Approved two non-profit organization fee waiver requests (4-0)
• Selected Pepper as Pet of the Month for January (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including meeting minutes and revolving objectives (5-0)
• Received and filed Older American Award nominations request (5-0)
• Received and filed Director's Report on City Council actions, park projects, and programs (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive staff findings from the 2022 Annual Review of Properties with a Conditional Use Permit. This review involves site inspections to verify compliance with permit conditions and maintenance. The agenda also includes routine updates on development status and previous meeting minutes.

• 2022 Annual Review of Properties with a Conditional Use Permit
• Approval of December 20, 2022, meeting minutes
• Monthly Development Status Report

The Planning Commission approved the consent calendar, including previous minutes and the development status report. The Commission also received and filed the 2022 annual review of properties with conditional use permits.

• Approved Consent Calendar (4-0)
• Received and filed 2022 Annual Review of Properties with a Conditional Use Permit

City Council

The Signal Hill City Council will hold a special meeting including a closed session regarding a public employee appointment. The discussion will focus on the position of Interim Chief of Police.

• Closed session regarding interim chief of police appointment

The City Council held a special meeting on January 12, 2023, which included a closed session regarding the appointment of an Interim Chief of Police. The City Manager reported that no reportable action was taken during the closed session. The meeting was adjourned without further substantive decisions.

• No reportable action taken regarding Interim Chief of Police appointment
• Adjourned meeting (5-0)

Diversity Coalition Committee

The Diversity Coalition Committee will discuss plans for a speaker series, Black History Month, and a cultural festival. The committee is also scheduled to review the Signal Hill Police Department's policy and procedure manual. Additionally, members will discuss future committee structure and communication with the City Council.

• Planning for Black History Month and a cultural festival speaker series
• Review of Signal Hill Police Department policy and procedure manual
• Discussion on committee structure and communication plan for City Council
• Review of committee member attendance
• Approval of November 9, 2022, and December 15, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council as Successor Agency

The City Council as Successor Agency will review its annual report and approve minutes from meetings held in June and December 2022. No specific new business items are listed on this agenda.

• Annual Report of the City Council as Successor Agency
• Approval of June 28, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of December 13, 2022 meeting minutes

Housing Authority

The Signal Hill Housing Authority will hold its first meeting of 2023. The agenda includes receiving the Executive Director's annual report and approving minutes from the January 11, 2022, meeting. No specific new business items are listed for discussion.

• Annual Report of the Housing Authority
• Approval of January 11, 2022, meeting minutes

The Housing Authority received and filed the annual report and approved the consent calendar. Members discussed Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) numbers, but no formal action was taken on that topic.

• Received and filed Annual Report of the Housing Authority (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including meeting minutes (5-0)

Municipal Financing Authority

This meeting consists of routine administrative items for the Municipal Financing Authority. The agenda includes the 2023 annual meeting and approval of January 11, 2022, meeting minutes. No new business items are listed on the agenda.

• 2023 Annual Meeting of the Municipal Financing Authority
• Approval of January 11, 2022, meeting minutes

Public Financing Authority

This meeting consists of procedural items and routine consent calendar matters. The Authority will review the 2023 annual meeting requirement and approve minutes from January 11, 2022.

• 2023 Annual Meeting of the Public Financing Authority
• Approval of January 11, 2022, meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting Ordinance No. 2022-12-1542 to update building and construction standards. The agenda also includes design contracts for citywide medians and Hillbrook Park renovations. Additionally, the council will review reports on development impact fees.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2022-12-1542 regarding building and construction
• SWA Group contract for median landscaping up to $174,680
• Architerra Design Group contract for Hillbrook Park renovation up to $145,726
• Project Partners agreement for an interim water superintendent up to $100,000
• Establishment of a Management Incentive Pay Program

The City Council adopted an ordinance amending the Buildings and Construction Code and approved multiple design agreements for citywide medians and park renovations. The council also established a management incentive pay program and approved annual institutional permits.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 2022-12-1542 amending Buildings and Construction Code (5-0)
• Approved $174,680 design agreement with SWA Group, Inc. for citywide medians (5-0)
• Approved $145,726 design agreement with Architerra Design Group for Hillbrook Park renovation (5-0)
• Approved $100,000 agreement with Project Partners, Inc. for Interim Water Superintendent (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-01-6722 establishing a management incentive pay program (4-1)
• Approved 2023 annual institutional permits for five organizations via Resolution No. 2023-01-6720 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2023-01-6719 amending official city representative appointments (5-0)
• Reaffirmed necessity of collecting unexpended impact fees for traffic, parks, and water (5-0)

Civil Service Commission

The Civil Service Commission will meet to consider certifying an eligibility list for a Public Works Administrative Assistant position. The Commission will also review the meeting minutes from December 7, 2022.

• Certification of Eligibility List: Administrative Assistant - Public Works
• Approval of December 7, 2022, meeting minutes

The Commission approved the consent calendar, which included the certification of an eligibility list for the Administrative Assistant position in Public Works. No new business was discussed.

• Approved certification of eligibility list for Administrative Assistant - Public Works (5-0)
• Approved meeting minutes (5-0)

City Council

The Signal Hill City Council is holding a special meeting on January 3, 2023. The council will enter a closed session regarding the appointment of a Chief of Police.

• Closed session regarding public employee appointment for Chief of Police

The City Council held a special meeting and entered a closed session to discuss the appointment of the Chief of Police. The Interim City Manager reported that no reportable action was taken.