Irwindale public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will consider awarding construction contracts for library and street improvements, approve software for building inspections, and approve personnel adjustments and American Rescue Plan Act fund reallocations.

• Award contract for Public Library Improvement Project to R.C. Construction Services for $8,084,701
• Award contract for Morada Street CMU Block Wall Improvement Project to Leonida Builders for $118,200
• Approve software system for permit tracking and building inspections with CityTech Solutions for $87,600
• Authorize as-needed building and safety services with Transtech Engineers and JAS Pacific
• Approve reallocation of remaining American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding

The City Council approved a consent calendar and several individual items. The most consequential decision was awarding an $8,084,701 construction contract to Robert Clapper Construction Services for the Public Library Improvement Project, with a 10% contingency. Other actions included contracts for a wall project, software, building services, and ARPA fund reallocation.

• Approved $8,084,701 library improvement contract to Robert Clapper Construction Services (unanimous; Breceda and Garcia absent)
• Approved $118,200 Morada Street wall contract to Leonida Builders (Breceda abstained)
• Approved $73,000 software contract to CityTech Solutions with $14,600 contingency (Resolution 2024-115-3592)
• Authorized as-needed building and safety services contracts to Transtech Engineers and JAS Pacific
• Adopted Resolution 2024-112-3589 waiving bidding for Transtech building services
• Adopted Resolution 2024-113-3590 reallocating ARPA funds
• Adopted Resolution 2024-114-3591 establishing employee positions and compensation
• Ratified Clean Coalition BESS consultation contract with Amendment No. 2, removing Task E (unanimous; Garcia absent)

Planning Commission

The Irwindale Planning Commission will consider three resolutions: (1) a recommendation that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 786 approving Amendment No. 1 to Development Agreement No. 02‑2016 for the 2200 Arrow Highway site; (2) a recommendation to adopt Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 03‑2023, which replaces Title 17 of the municipal zoning code with a comprehensive update; and (3) a recommendation to adopt Zone Change No. 04‑2023, updating the official zoning map to reflect the new code. All items are presented as CEQA‑exempt and will be forwarded to the City Council for final action.

• Amendment No. 1 to Development Agreement No. 02‑2016 for 2200 Arrow Highway (postpone convenience store phase)
• Resolution No. 841(24) recommending City Council adopt Ordinance No. 786 approving the amendment
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 03‑2023 to replace Title 17 (Zoning) with a comprehensive code update
• Zone Change No. 04‑2023 to amend the official zoning map in line with the new code
• Resolutions No. 828(24) and 829(24) recommending City Council adopt the zoning ordinance amendment and zone change

The Commission voted 5-0 to recommend City Council approval of Amendment 1 to Development Agreement 02-2016, allowing Athens Services to postpone construction of a convenience store at 2200 Arrow Highway to a later phase while extending free residential cart and pickup services through 2034. The Commission also voted 5-0 to continue the citywide Zoning Code Update (Items B) to a future meeting for further discussion on building heights, non-conforming uses, and AB98 impacts.

• Approved Resolution 841(24) recommending City Council approve Amendment 1 to Development Agreement 02-2016 (5-0)
• Continued Zoning Ordinance Amendment 03-2023 and Zone Change 04-2023 to a future meeting (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 21, 2024 regular meeting (5-0)

Senior Citizen Commission

The Senior Citizen Commission will meet to review routine business and receive updates from the Senior Center Manager and Public Services Director. The agenda consists primarily of procedural items and staff reports.

• Approval of minutes from the November 25, 2024 meeting
• Senior Center Manager update
• Public Services Director update

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission met in special session and unanimously approved the consent calendar, including the minutes from the November 25, 2024 regular meeting. No substantive decisions were made beyond the approval; the meeting consisted primarily of updates from staff and commissioners about upcoming events and city matters.

• Approved consent calendar including November 25, 2024 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will vote on an amended and restated Memorandum of Understanding with the City of Azusa for development of the North Kincaid Pit located in both jurisdictions. The meeting also includes approvals for a $65,520 contract with Willdan Financial Services, an amendment to the PlanetBids electronic procurement contract, adoption of Ordinance No. 781 establishing a supplemental transactions and use tax, and an amendment to the lease with the United States Postal Service. Additional items cover an ARPA funding update and related budget resolution.

• Approve Amendment No. 1 to the MOU between Irwindale and Azusa for North Kincaid Pit development
• Authorize contract with Willdan Financial Services for Development Impact Fee Study Update up to $65,520
• Amend Contract Services Agreement with PlanetBids, Inc. for eProcurement software
• Adopt Ordinance No. 781 creating a supplemental transactions and use tax at a rate of 0.25%
• Approve amendment to the lease with the United States Postal Service for the post office site at 16025 Calle Del Norte

The Irwindale City Council held a special workshop on battery energy storage systems, hearing from experts and the public, but took no action. In regular session, the Council adopted a 1/4% supplemental sales tax (Ordinance No. 781), banned unlawful camping and unsanctioned relocation of unhoused persons (Ordinances No. 790 and 791), and approved several contracts and budget amendments. The Council also reorganized, electing Larry G. Burrola as Mayor and H. Manuel Ortiz as Mayor Pro Tem, and appointed new commissioners.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 781, 1/4% sales tax effective after Measure H expires (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 790 prohibiting unlawful camping and storage of personal property (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 791 prohibiting unsanctioned relocation of unhoused persons to Irwindale (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to MOU with Azusa for North Kincaid Pit development (unanimous)
• Approved $65,520 contract with Willdan for Development Impact Fee Study Update (unanimous)
• Approved $139,581 budget amendment for ESA to complete Housing/Safety/Environmental Justice Elements (unanimous)
• Approved $290,856.92 change order for Aquatic Center pool renovation, increasing contract to $902,743.61 (unanimous; Breceda and Garcia abstained)
• Elected Larry G. Burrola as Mayor and H. Manuel Ortiz as Mayor Pro Tem (roll call votes)

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will meet at 4:30 p.m. on December 11, 2024 for a special session. Council members will hear a workshop presentation on battery energy storage systems and will accept public comments on agenda items. The meeting also includes standard procedural items such as roll call, AB 2449 disclosures, and spontaneous communications. No specific actions or votes are listed beyond the workshop discussion.

• Workshop on Battery Energy Storage Systems
• AB 2449 disclosures regarding remote participation
• Spontaneous communications limited to agenda items
• Roll call of council members
• Comments from city councilmembers

The Irwindale City Council held a special meeting workshop on Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), featuring presentations from Clean Coalition and LA County Fire. No formal decisions or votes were taken; the workshop was continued to a future date. Public comments raised concerns about environmental and safety risks.

• Workshop on Battery Energy Storage Systems continued to a future date

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will consider an earlier start time for its regular meetings. It will receive a verbal presentation on the Irwindale Aquatics Center swimming pool improvements project. It will also receive a verbal update on the Irwindale Parks Improvements Project phases IV and V. Routine items include approval of the November 6, 2024 meeting minutes and public comment periods.

• Approve minutes of the November 6, 2024 meeting (Consent Calendar)
• Discuss earlier start time for regular Parks & Recreation Commission meetings
• Verbal presentation on Irwindale Aquatics Center swimming pool improvements project
• Verbal update on Irwindale Parks Improvements Project Phases IV & V

Senior Citizen Commission

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from the October 28, 2024, meeting and hear updates from the Senior Center Manager and Public Services Director. The body will also accept public comments on agenda items and new business.

• Approval of October 28, 2024, meeting minutes
• Senior Center Manager update
• Public Services Director update
• Public comments on agenda items
• Public comments on new business

Irwindale Community Foundation

The Irwindale Community Foundation is meeting to decide on accepting a monetary donation and review financial reports. The board will also discuss future fundraising opportunities and receive a Brown Act presentation.

• Proposed acceptance of a $20,000 donation from Rexford Industrial - 14005 Live Oak, LLC
• Review of FY 2023-2024 funding expenditures (January – June)
• Overview of the FY 2024-2025 Budget
• Discussion of future fundraising opportunities for long-term revenue
• Approval of October 7, 2024 special meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Irwindale Planning Commission will vote on a series of resolutions recommending that the City Council certify the Final Environmental Impact Report and adopt related land‑use changes for the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan at 13620 Live Oak Lane. The items include amending the General Plan, adopting a zone ordinance amendment, changing the zoning designation, and approving a tentative parcel map. Routine consent‑calendar business will also be addressed.

• Resolution No. 834(24) – recommend City Council certify the Environmental Impact Report (SCH #2023020290) for the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan
• Resolution No. 835(24) – recommend amendment of the General Plan (GPA No. 02‑2022) to change land use from regional commercial to Specific Plan for 13620 Live Oak Lane
• Resolution No. 836(24) – recommend adoption of Zone Ordinance Amendment No. 02‑2023 to add the Specific Plan to Title 17 of the Irwindale Municipal Code
• Resolution No. 837(24) – recommend Zone Change No. 02‑2022 to modify zoning from M‑2 (Heavy Manufacturing) to the Specific Plan
• Resolution No. 838(24) – recommend approval of Tentative Parcel Map No. 83854 to create seven parcels in the M‑2 zone

City Council

The Irwindale City Council and Planning Commission will meet for a special joint session. The agenda includes disclosures under AB 2449, a study session on battery energy storage systems, limited spontaneous communications, and comments from council members and commissioners. No formal actions or votes are listed on the agenda.

• Study session on battery energy storage systems
• AB 2449 disclosures regarding remote participation
• Spontaneous communications limited to agenda items
• Comments from city council members and planning commissioners
• Roll call of council members and commissioners

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will consider accepting two California Office of Traffic Safety federal grants—$100,000 for the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program and $135,000 for the Traffic Records Improvement Project. The council will also vote on a joint powers authority agreement to join the PRISM Authority, approve an amendment with PlaceWorks, Inc. for an environmental study at 13620 Live Oak Lane, and adopt construction change orders for the residential resurfacing project. Additional items include personnel adjustments, a parade permit fee waiver, and the veterans monument improvement project.

• Accept $100,000 OTS grant for the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (Resolution No. 2024-83-3560)
• Accept $135,000 OTS grant for the Traffic Records Improvement Project (Resolution No. 2024-84-3561)
• Approve Joint Powers Authority agreement to join the PRISM Authority (Resolution No. 2024-91-3568)
• Approve Amendment No. 3 with PlaceWorks, Inc. for an Initial Study and Environmental Impact Report at 13620 Live Oak Lane
• Approve construction change orders totaling $130,471.71 for Residential Resurfacing Project – Phase III (Resolution No. 2024-95-3572)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will approve routine consent calendar items, including the minutes from the October 2, 2024 meeting and the Irwindale Aquatics Center incident report summary. Commissioners will receive and file verbal reports on the Aquatics Center swimming pool improvements project and the Irwindale Park Improvements Project Phases IV and V. The body will also discuss an earlier start time for its regular meetings and hear updates from the Recreation Manager, Aquatics Supervisor, Public Works Supervisor, and Public Services Director.

• Approve minutes of the October 2, 2024 meeting (Consent Calendar)
• Receive and file Irwindale Aquatics Center Summary of Incident Reports for the 2024 season
• Receive and file verbal report on Aquatics Center swimming pool improvements project
• Receive and file verbal report on Irwindale Park Improvements Project Phases IV & V
• Discuss earlier start time for regular Parks & Recreation Commission meetings

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will consider an urgency ordinance that extends the temporary moratorium on billboard applications for an additional 10 months and 15 days. The council will also vote on a fee waiver of $1,024 for the Pasadena Tournament of Roses nonprofit organization. Staff will recommend rejecting the liability claim filed by Richard Gomez against the City and Housing Authority. Closed‑session items include a liability claim, a conference with a labor negotiator, and a conference with legal counsel on existing litigation.

• Urgency Ordinance No. 789 – extend billboard moratorium by 10 months and 15 days
• Resolution No. 2024-87-3564 – waive $1,024 transportation/oversized vehicle fees for the Tournament of Roses
• Reject claim of Richard Gomez vs. City of Irwindale and Irwindale Housing Authority
• Closed‑session liability claim discussion (Claimant: Richard Gomez)
• Closed‑session conference with labor negotiator and legal counsel on existing litigation

Senior Citizen Commission

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission will consider routine business on the consent calendar, including approval of the September 23, 2024 meeting minutes. Commissioners will receive updates from the Senior Center Manager and the Public Services Director. The meeting includes a period for spontaneous public comments and a discussion of any requests to place items on future agendas.

• Approve minutes of the September 23, 2024 meeting (Consent Calendar)
• Senior Center Manager update
• Public Services Director update
• Spontaneous communications from the public
• Consider requests for future agenda items

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a comprehensive land use program for a 66.64-acre property at 13620 Live Oak Lane. The body is also reviewing a rezoning request for 5100 Allen Drive and a site plan for 2200 Arrow Highway.

• Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan at 13620 Live Oak Lane: proposed industrial business park with up to 997,796 square feet of building space and battery energy storage facilities
• Zone Change No. 02-2024 and General Plan Amendment No. 03-2024: proposal to rezone 5100 Allen Drive from Heavy Manufacturing (M-2) to Light-Multiple Residential (R-2)
• Tentative Parcel Map No. 83854: proposal to create seven parcels at 13620 Live Oak Lane
• Site Plan and Design Review (DA) No. 01-2024 for 2200 Arrow Highway
• Certification of the Final Environmental Impact Report for the Irwindale Gateway Specific Plan

City Council

The City Council will hold a special closed session to negotiate the price and terms of payment for six different properties. The regular meeting includes a consent calendar with items regarding council procedures, a billboard moratorium report, and a claim rejection.

• Real estate negotiations for 16124 Calle de Paseo, 4846 Irwindale Avenue, 16249 Arrow Highway, 16359 Arrow Highway, 14905 Los Angeles Street, and 15821 Hidalgo Street
• Adoption of Resolution No. 2024-86-3563 to revise Council Procedures
• Indemnity Agreement for development at 16005 E. Foothill Blvd
• Rejection of claim by Richard Gomez vs. City of Irwindale
• Written report on Ordinance No. 785 regarding a moratorium on billboards

Planning Commission

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for October 16, 2024, has been cancelled. A special meeting is scheduled for October 28, 2024.

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will consider a $148,500 professional services contract for a topographic and hydrographic survey and adopt several policy and budget resolutions. Items include appropriating $45,000 for additional part‑time recreation staff, updating the facility rental policy for city parks, and allocating federal asset forfeiture funds to the Police Department. The council will also update the city’s conflict‑of‑interest code and discuss pending property negotiations and anticipated litigation in closed session.

• Award $148,500 contract to WestLand Group, Inc. for topographic/hydrographic survey (Engineering)
• Approve $45,000 appropriation for additional 1,950 part‑time hours for the Recreation Division (Public Services)
• Adopt revised facility & open space rental policy for Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Aquatics Center and parks (Public Services)
• Approve receipt and appropriation of federal asset forfeiture funds for the Police Department (Police)
• Adopt resolution updating the conflict‑of‑interest code for designated city personnel and consultants (City Clerk)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will review resident survey results regarding 4th of July community events. The body will also discuss the special event stage and the Kidzone waiting list to provide direction to staff.

• 4th of July survey results showing 76% favor of two events: Red, White and You and the 4th of July Spectacular
• Discussion regarding a special event stage
• Discussion regarding the Kidzone waiting list

City Council

The City Council will discuss a temporary moratorium on all billboard applications and provide direction on the Public Library Improvement Project. The body is also considering second readings for three ordinances amending development agreements for local quarries.

• Urgency Ordinance No. 785: Temporary moratorium prohibiting billboard applications
• Ordinance No. 782: Amendment to development agreement with Martin Marietta Southern California Aggregates at 13550 Live Oak Avenue
• Ordinance No. 783: Amendment to development agreement for Durbin Quarry at 13000 Los Angeles Street
• Ordinance No. 784: Amendment to development agreement for Reliance I Quarry and Reliance II Landfill at 15990 Foothill Boulevard
• Public Library Improvement Project: Direction on incorporating TMC Algonquin Lounge Chairs

Senior Citizen Commission

The Irwindale Senior Citizen Commission will convene to approve the minutes from the August 26, 2024 meeting and hear updates from the Senior Center Manager and Public Services Director. The body will also discuss future agenda items and allow for public comments on matters within its jurisdiction.

• Approval of August 26, 2024 meeting minutes
• Senior Center Manager update
• Public Services Director update
• Discussion of future agenda items
• Public comments on non-agenda items

Planning Commission

The Irwindale Planning Commission will hold a continued public hearing on Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 03‑2023 and Zone Change No. 04‑2023, which would update Title 17 of the municipal code and modify the zoning map. The commission will recommend that the City Council adopt findings of consistency with the previously certified General Plan Environmental Impact Report and declare the project exempt from further CEQA review. The agenda also includes routine consent‑calendar items such as approval of the July 17, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Approve consent‑calendar items, including minutes from the July 17, 2024 meeting
• Continued public hearing on ZOA No. 03‑2023 (Title 17 zoning code update)
• Continued public hearing on ZC No. 04‑2023 (modification of the zoning map)
• Recommendation to adopt Resolution 828(24) and 829(24) to approve the zoning updates
• Finding the project exempt from further environmental review under CEQA

Irwindale Community Foundation

The Irwindale Community Foundation is meeting to award scholarships sponsored by United Rock Products. The board will also select a Vice Chair and review a grant support letter for charging infrastructure.

• Resolution No. ICF 2024-03-038 to award three $1,000 scholarships to Gabriel Ricardo Chico, Olivia Tapia Hirsch, and Autumn Marie Quinones
• Selection of a Vice Chair for a term expiring June 30, 2026
• Receipt and filing of a support letter for the U.S. Department of Transportation Federal Highway Administration Charging and Fueling Infrastructure Round 2 Grant

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will consider several actions, including a second‑reading vote on Ordinance No. 776 to amend the start time of regular council meetings. The council will also review a grant‑writing services amendment with California Consulting, Inc., adopt a resolution appointing a delegate to the League of California Cities conference, and address building‑safety contract termination and staffing options. Additional items include a first reading of ordinances to dissolve quarry fill schedules.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 776 to amend council meeting start time
• Amendment No. 1 with California Consulting, Inc. for three‑year grant writing services
• Adopt Resolution No. 2024-72-3549 appointing a voting delegate to the 2024 League of California Cities Annual Conference
• Receive and file Los Angeles County Building & Safety service contract termination and discuss staffing option for the Building & Safety Division
• First reading of Ordinance Nos. 782, 783, 784 to dissolve the “Prioritization of Fill” schedule for Hanson, Durbin, and Reliance I quarries

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss a revised policy for renting city facilities, including the Dan Diaz Recreation Center and Aquatics Center, and recommend it to the City Council. The meeting will also include updates from department supervisors.

• Revise Facility & Open Space Rental Policy for Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Aquatics Center, and Irwindale Parks
• Approve minutes from the August 7, 2024 meeting
• Receive and file Music in the Park Bands report
• Public Services Director update
• Public Works Supervisor update

The Parks & Recreation Commission unanimously recommended approval of revisions to the Facility & Open Space Rental Policy for the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, and Irwindale Parks. The revisions include renaming picnic areas, updating pet leash language, and clarifying rental terms. The Commission also discussed band selection for Music in the Park and approved adding two items to next month's agenda.

• Approved consent calendar including August 7, 2024 minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended approval of Facility & Open Space Rental Policy revisions to City Council (unanimous)
• Approved adding agenda item to discuss Recreation Department program waiting list (unanimous)
• Approved adding agenda item to discuss higher-quality stage for performers (unanimous)

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will hold a first reading of Ordinance No. 776 to amend the municipal code start time for regular council meetings. The body will also discuss safety and environmental justice program proposals for the Housing & General Plan update, consider rezoning of Allen Drive, and review a resolution to share police dispatcher services with Covina. Additional items include a contract amendment for City Manager Julian Miranda and several labor‑related resolutions.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 776 to amend start time of regular City Council meetings
• Discussion of proposed Safety and Environmental Justice Programs for the Housing & General Plan Update
• Allen Drive Re‑zoning – review of six‑acre site and zoning designation for remaining four acres
• Resolution to share Police Dispatcher services with the City of Covina (Resolution 2024-75-3552)
• City Manager Contract Amendment (Resolution No. 2024-65-3542) approving first amendment to Julian Miranda's employment agreement

Senior Citizen Commission

The Senior Citizen Commission will meet to conduct routine business and receive updates from the Senior Center Manager and Public Services Director. The agenda is primarily procedural.

• Approval of minutes from the June 24, 2024 meeting

Planning Commission

The Irwindale Planning Commission will consider recommending to City Council the adoption of Zone Ordinance Amendment No. 03‑2023 to update Title 17 of the Zoning Code and Zone Change No. 04‑2023 to modify the zoning map. It will also review ordinances to amend development agreements for the Hanson, Durbin, and Reliance I quarries. Routine consent‑calendar items will be approved as usual.

• Zone Ordinance Amendment (ZOA) No. 03‑2023 to update Title 17 – Zoning Code
• Zone Change (ZC) No. 04‑2023 to amend the official zoning map
• Amendment No. 1 to Development Agreement No. 04‑05 for Hanson Quarry (Martin Marietta Southern California Aggregates, LLC)
• Amendment No. 1 to Development Agreement 01‑06 for Durbin Quarry (Calmat Co., d.b.a. Vulcan Materials Company)
• Amendment No. 2 to Development Agreement No. 02‑06 for Reliance I Quarry

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will discuss several closed‑session items, including negotiations over the Las Casitas property at 5164 Ayon Avenue and potential litigation matters. In open session, the Council will consider adopting resolutions to place a 0.25% supplemental transactions and use tax measure on the November 5, 2024 ballot and will receive an update on the public library improvement project.

• Closed‑session conference with real‑property negotiator on potential sale of Las Casitas (5164 Ayon Avenue) involving Northridge Group & Housing Authority
• Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation – one case
• Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on significant exposure to litigation – two cases
• Adopt resolutions (Nos. 2024-66-3543, 2024-67-3544, 2024-68-3545) to submit a 0.25% supplemental transactions and use tax measure to voters for the November 5, 2024 ballot
• Receive update on the City of Irwindale Public Library Improvement Project and direct staff to finalize plans and specifications

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will receive updates on park maintenance and security cameras. Members will also review the Kidzone schedule and a post-event report for the 2024 Red, White and You event.

• Maintenance update for Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Aquatics Center, Irwindale Park Memorial Garden/Plaza/Softball Field, and Jardin de Roca
• Park cameras update
• Kidzone schedule and Parent Packet
• 2024 Red, White and You post event report

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will discuss and provide direction to staff on how the proposed Los Angeles County ½% sales tax initiative (Measure “A”) could affect the city. The discussion follows a staff report that outlines the current Measure “H” funding received by Irwindale, including $322,938 in various program allocations. Council members may consider options such as adopting a resolution on the city’s position or a local ballot measure related to the tax. No final action is indicated on the agenda.

• Item 7.A: Discussion and direction regarding impacts of the proposed LA County ½% sales tax initiative (Measure “A”).
• Staff report notes Irwindale received $322,938 from Measure “H” funding.
• Option to adopt a resolution stating the city’s position on Measure “A”.
• Option to adopt a local ballot measure to assess the existing ¼% transaction‑use tax.

City Council

The Irwindale City Council will consider awarding a construction contract for the Aquatic Center Swimming Pool Renovation Project and approve a body-worn camera system policy. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss labor negotiations and property purchases.

• Award contract for Aquatic Center renovation ($611,886.69)
• Approve body-worn camera system policy and contract
• Closed session: labor negotiations with IMEA, ICEA, IPOA
• Closed session: property negotiations at 16154 Arrow Highway
• Closed session: legal counsel for Five Points, LP vs. City of Irwindale

Senior Citizen Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and routine business. The Commission will review minutes from the June 24, 2024 meeting and receive updates from the Senior Center Manager and Public Services Director.

• Approval of June 24, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider recommending that the City Council adopt a comprehensive update to the city's zoning code. This includes a zoning ordinance amendment and a modification to the official zoning map.

• Zone Ordinance Amendment (ZOA) No. 03-2023 to update Title 17 Zoning Code
• Zone Change (ZC) No. 04-2023 to modify the official Zoning Map
• Review of Ordinance No. 772 regarding the comprehensive zoning code update

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss labor negotiations, litigation, and real property negotiations in closed session. During the regular meeting, the council will consider several infrastructure contracts, including a residential resurfacing project and street light relocations. The agenda also includes a vote on rescinding certain rezoning ordinances and updating employee compensation.

• $962,098.50 contract for Residential Resurfacing Project – Phase III
• $350,000 not-to-exceed contract for geotechnical engineering services
• Ordinance No. 780 to rescind previous rezoning on Mountain Avenue and Citrusview Avenue
• Emergency bidding waiver for Dan Diaz Recreation Center HVAC replacement
• Real property negotiations for 16249 Arrow Highway

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will receive verbal reports regarding the Irwindale Park Improvement Project and the Teen Club Mural. The agenda also includes updates from department supervisors and the approval of June 5, 2024, meeting minutes.

• Irwindale Park Improvement Project Update
• Teen Club Mural Update
• Approval of June 5, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The council will hold closed sessions regarding labor negotiations and litigation. During the regular meeting, they will consider a new zoning ordinance, various service contracts, and the completion of a recreation center reroofing project.

• Ordinance No. 778 to add a public project exemption to the zoning code
• $680,017 final construction amount for Dan Diaz Recreation Center Reroofing Project
• Five-year agreement with Los Angeles County for Animal Care and Control Services
• Contract award to Biteworks, Inc. for city facility janitorial services
• $47,500 contract with Willdan Financial Services for Community Facilities District formation

Senior Citizen Commission

The Senior Citizen Commission will review and finalize a Field Trip Policy for the Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, and Irwindale Senior Center. The policy includes guidelines for sign-ups, seating arrangements, and participant accountability. Following finalization, the commission intends to recommend the policy to the City Council.

• Finalizing Field Trip Policy for local recreation centers
• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The Irwindale City Council has scheduled a special meeting to present the 2024 State of the City Address. This is the only item listed under new business for this session.

• 2024 State of the City Address

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request to modify an existing permit to allow a new restaurant at 15710 Arrow Highway. The commission will also elect a Chair and Vice-Chair and administer oaths of office to a new commissioner.

• Permit modification request for a new Wingstop at 15710 Arrow Highway
• Election of Planning Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
• Oath of office for a new Planning Commissioner
• Approval of April 17 and May 15, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a special session to discuss labor negotiations and existing litigation. During the regular meeting, the council will consider the upcoming municipal election, ordinance changes for city commissions, and fireworks sales requests.

• Resolution calling for the November 5, 2024, general municipal election
• Ordinance No. 777 to consolidate various city commissions into a single chapter
• $47,500 contract with Willdan Financial Services for a Community Facilities District
• Fireworks sales requests from three non-profit organizations
• Appropriation of federal asset forfeiture funds for the Police Department

Irwindale Community Foundation

The Irwindale Community Foundation is considering the FY 2024-2025 operating budget of $17,480. The board will also review a proposal to reallocate $101,595 in previously donated funds toward aquatics, library, recreation, and senior center services.

• FY 2024-2025 operating budget of $17,480
• Reallocation of $19,500 for aquatics programs including the Shark Shack and pool furniture
• Reallocation of $4,300 for library services including hotspot data and Tumblebook subscriptions
• Reallocation of $42,860 for recreation items such as adult trips and instructor contracts
• Reallocation of $34,935 for senior center activities including classes and field trips

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Parks & Recreation Commission will discuss updates on the Irwindale Park Improvement Project Phases IV & V and maintenance for several local parks. The body also aims to finalize a Field Trip Policy for recommendation to the City Council. Additionally, staff will present the tentative late summer/fall schedule for the Aquatics Center.

• Finalizing the Field Trip Policy for City Council recommendation
• Update on Irwindale Park Improvement Project Phases IV & V
• Maintenance update for Dan Diaz Recreation Center and Jardin de Roca Park
• Tentative schedule for the late summer/fall aquatics season
• Direction on using the 24-passenger bus for field trips over one hour away

City Council

The Housing Authority will conduct a development workshop to refine the vision for a 10-acre site on Allen Drive. The board will review results from a community survey to provide further direction on the project.

• Development Workshop #2 regarding the 10-acre site on Allen Drive

City Council

The City Council, Housing Authority, and Reclamation Authority will meet jointly to discuss the proposed budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. The body will review estimated revenues and expenditures and provide direction on staff budget requests.

• FY 2024-2025 Budget Workshop
• Closed session regarding property negotiations for 16124 Calle de Paseo
• Verbal report on Planning Commission appointment
• Closed session regarding public employee discipline, dismissal, or release

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss consolidating municipal code sections regarding city boards and commissions and appointing a Planning Commissioner. The session includes a special meeting for closed-session legal and labor discussions and a regular meeting for city business.

• Proposed Ordinance No. 777 to consolidate and update municipal code sections for city boards and commissions
• Appointment of a Planning Commissioner to fill a vacancy expiring December 31, 2025
• Memorandum of Understanding with the Federal Bureau of Investigation for training facility use
• Acquisition of 16154-16158 Arrow Highway by the Housing Authority
• Verbal update on Irwindale Park Improvements Projects, Phases IV and V

Irwindale Community Foundation

The Irwindale Community Foundation is meeting to adopt its $17,480 operating budget for fiscal year 2024-2025. The board will also consider a proposal to reallocate $101,595 in previously donated funds to various city departments for community benefits.

• FY 2024-2025 Operating Budget of $17,480
• Reallocation of $42,860 to Recreation (including $12,000 for instructors and $6,000 for Christmas Snow Zone)
• Reallocation of $34,935 to Senior Center (including $9,225 for classes and $6,300 for special events)
• Reallocation of $19,500 to Aquatics (including $6,500 for luaus and $5,000 for furniture)
• Reallocation of $4,300 to Library (including $2,000 for hotspot data service)

Senior Citizen Commission

The Senior Citizen Commission will meet to review routine business and receive updates from city staff. The agenda is primarily procedural with no specific policy decisions or contracts listed.

• Approval of minutes from the April 22, 2024 meeting
• Update from the Senior Center Manager
• Update from the Public Services Director

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings on city-initiated proposals to reconcile inconsistencies in the General Plan and Zoning Maps. These changes aim to align land designations with the highest and best uses for various properties.

• Zone Change No. 01-2024: Rezoning properties on Meridian St, Citrusview Ave, Park Rose Ave, Ruelas St, Ambriz St, and Mountain Ave from M-1 and C-3 to R-1 (Single Family Residential)
• Zone Change No. 01-2024: Rezoning properties on Buena Vista St from Q (Quarry Overlay) to M-2 (Heavy Manufacturing)
• General Plan Amendment (MAP) No. 01-2024: Changing designations on Live Oak Lane and Arrow Highway from Regional Commercial to Industrial/Business Park
• General Plan Amendment (MAP) No. 02-2024: Changing designation of property at 5050 N. Irwindale Ave from Park to Public/Institutional

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will receive updates on park patrols and improvement projects. Members are scheduled to conduct walkthroughs of Irwindale Park and Jardin de Roca Park to prepare for the summer season.

• Summer Park Patrol update from Police Chief Hofford
• Walkthrough of Irwindale Park and Jardin de Roca Park
• Update on the mural in the Dan Diaz Recreation Center Game/Teen room
• Verbal report on Irwindale Park Improvements Project Phase IV & V

City Council

The Council will meet for a special session to discuss real property price negotiations and potential litigation. The regular session includes discussions on sewer and street lighting assessments, public safety agreements, and industrial project environmental studies.

• Real property negotiations for 16154 Arrow Highway
• Real property negotiations for 16249 Arrow Highway
• Real property negotiations for 16359 Arrow Highway
• Sewer and street lighting maintenance assessments for Irwindale Business Center
• Contract amendment for environmental reports at 13620 Live Oak Lane

City Council

The Council will conduct a special meeting regarding labor negotiations, real property, and litigation. The regular meeting includes updates on park improvements and various city proclamations.

• Labor negotiations with IMEA, ICEA, IPOA, and Unrepresented Employees
• Real property negotiation for 198 S. Peckham Road (APN 8533-011-039)
• Successor Agency property negotiation for 16249 Arrow Highway
• Litigation: Five Points, LP vs. City of Irwindale
• Litigation: Mariela Isabel Avila vs. City of Irwindale and Robert Avila vs. City of Irwindale

Senior Citizen Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and routine business. The commission will receive updates from the Senior Center Manager and Public Services Director.

• Approval of March 25, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to introduce an ordinance repealing and replacing Title 17 of the Municipal Code with a comprehensive zoning update. The body will also consider several infrastructure contracts and a request for a new access gate into Irwindale Park.

• Ordinance No. 772: Comprehensive Zoning Code Update (Title 17)
• Contract for Irwindale Veterans Monument Improvements Project – Phase II with Mariposa Landscapes, Inc for $209,546.00
• Contract for Safe Streets for All (SS4A) Comprehensive Safety Action Plan with GTS for $183,860.00
• Amendment to Iteris, Inc. contract for Reliance II Phase I Offsite Improvements Project, increasing amount to $171,335.00
• Discussion on property owner request for an access gate into Irwindale Park

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will review upcoming summer preparations for local recreation facilities. Discussion includes updates on the Irwindale Park Improvements Project and a new field trip policy.

• Walkthrough of Dan Diaz Recreation Center and Irwindale Aquatics Center
• Tentative 2024 Summer Season schedule for Irwindale Aquatics Center
• Irwindale Park Improvements Project Phases IV & V update
• Field Trip Policy update for recreation centers and the senior center

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss an urgency ordinance regarding military equipment policy for the police department. The body will also review annual progress reports for the General Plan and Housing Element.

• Urgency ordinance for Irwindale Police Department military equipment policy updates (AB 481)
• Resolution for temporary lease of two 24’X40’ offices from Mobile Modular
• 2023 Annual General Plan Progress Report
• 2023 Annual Housing Element Progress Report
• Closed session negotiations for properties at 16124 Calle de Paseo, 16154 Arrow Highway, and 16249 Arrow Highway

Senior Citizen Commission

The Senior Citizen Commission is meeting to review and finalize a field trip policy. If approved, the policy will be recommended to the city council for final adoption.

• Finalization of Field Trip Policy for Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, and Irwindale Senior Center
• Approval of February 26, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will meet for special and regular sessions to discuss various municipal items. Topics include police camera installations, water production rights, and the dedication of a new park trellis.

• Lease and installation of 11 Flock Automatic License Plate Reader Cameras
• Lease of City's 285.38 acre-feet of water production rights for FY 2023/2024
• Purchase and outfitting of five police service vehicles
• Naming the new Irwindale Park Trellis 'The Margaret Diaz Pavilion'
• Use of a 10-acre site on Allen Drive for July 4, 2024 fireworks display

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will receive verbal reports on budget requests for Irwindale Aquatics, Recreation, and Public Services Maintenance. Members will also review a proposed field trip policy and receive updates on park and facility improvements.

• Budget requests for Irwindale Aquatics, Irwindale Recreation, and Public Services Maintenance
• Review of field trip policy regarding registration, attendance, and cancellations
• Update on Irwindale Park Improvement Project Phases IV & V
• Update on Dan Diaz Recreation Center Reroofing Project
• Update on Irwindale Aquatics Center heater

City Council

The City Council will meet to decide on several contracts, including a reroofing project and the lease of temporary mobile offices. The body will also review mid-year financial adjustments and a proposal to convert a static billboard to digital.

• Contract for Dan Diaz Recreation Center Reroofing Project with Best Contracting Services, Inc. for $680,017 plus a $68,002 contingency
• Lease agreement with Mobile Modular for two 24’x40’ temporary offices
• Ordinance No. 775 to allow digital conversion of a static billboard at 4800 Rivergrade Road
• Rejection of claim from Heirs of Antonio de Jesus Macias
• Limited License to Enter Agreement for APN: 8417-031-029

Senior Citizen Commission

The Senior Citizen Commission will meet to provide input on a field trip policy. This policy establishes guidelines for registration, attendance, cancellations, and penalties for missing cancellation deadlines.

• Review of field trip policy regarding registration and cancellation guidelines
• Approval of January 22, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to recommend a comprehensive update to the city's zoning code. This includes a proposed amendment to Title 17 of the Municipal Code and a corresponding update to the official zoning map.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 03-2023 to replace Title 17 Zoning Code
• Zone Change No. 04-2023 to modify the official zoning map
• Resolution No. 819(23) regarding CEQA environmental review exemptions
• Resolution No. 820(23) regarding the city-initiated application for zone changes

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding a development agreement to convert a static billboard to a digital display. The body is also considering several consent calendar items, including grant applications and contract amendments.

• Public hearing for Development Agreement No. 01-2020 to allow a digital billboard at 4800 Rivergrade Road
• Application for California Growth Strategic Council Community Resilience Centers grant of $1,200,000
• Amendment No. 3 to professional services contract with Steven A. Ormenyi & Associates for Irwindale Park Improvements Project Phases IV and V
• Proposed rejection of a damage claim by Saida Gonzalez regarding a vehicle impact on Arrow Highway
• Resolution No. 2024-10-3487 to appropriate federal asset forfeiture funds for the Police Department

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission is reviewing updates on the Irwindale Park Improvement Project and the Aquatics Center heater replacement. Members are also discussing a new facility and open space rental policy for city parks and recreation centers.

• Irwindale Park Improvement Project Phases IV & V update
• Irwindale Aquatics Center heater replacement project update
• Dedication and naming of the new Irwindale Park trellis in honor of Margaret Diaz
• Facility and open space rental policy for Dan Diaz Recreation Center and city parks
• Tentative schedule for Aquatics spring season

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will receive updates on the Irwindale Park Improvement Project and the Aquatics Center heater replacement. Members will also discuss naming a new park trellis and reviewing rental policies for city recreation facilities.

• Irwindale Park Improvement Project Phases IV & V update
• Irwindale Aquatics Center heater replacement project update
• Dedication and naming of the new Irwindale Park trellis in honor of Margaret Diaz
• Facility and open space rental policy for Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Aquatics Center, and Irwindale Parks
• Tentative schedule for Aquatics spring season

City Council

The City Council, Housing Authority, and Successor Agency will meet to discuss several property negotiations in closed session. The regular meeting includes a proposed resolution condemning discrimination and hate speech, as well as discussions on a waste franchise agreement.

• Closed session negotiations for properties at 5164 Ayon Avenue, 16154 Arrow Highway, 16359 Arrow Highway, and 16124 Calle de Paseo
• Approval of $39,650.48 for the Irwindale Veterans Memorial Flag Poles Project (P-1059)
• Proposed Resolution No. 2024-07-3484 condemning discrimination, hate speech, harassment, and intimidation
• Proposed fee waiver for Irwindale Lions Club facility rental fees (January through November 2024)
• Discussion on Athens Services request to amend Franchise & Facilities Operations Agreement and Development Agreement No. 02-2016

Senior Citizen Commission

The Senior Citizen Commission will meet to reorganize its membership and select a Chair and Vice-Chair. The body will also review minutes from a December 2023 special meeting and receive updates from the Senior Center Manager and Public Services Director.

• Selection of Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of December 18, 2023 special meeting minutes

Senior Citizen Commission

The Senior Citizen Commission will meet to reorganize its membership and select a Chair and Vice-Chair. The meeting also includes routine approval of previous meeting minutes and updates from city staff.

• Reorganization of the Commission, including selection of a Chair and Vice-Chair
• Approval of minutes from the December 18, 2023 special meeting
• Senior Center Manager update
• Public Services Director update

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request from Rivergrade Holding LLC to convert a static billboard into a digital display billboard. The commission is asked to recommend approval of Development Agreement No. 01-2020 to the City Council.

• Proposed conversion of static billboard to digital at 4800 Rivergrade Road
• Annual development fee of $70,000 to the City of Irwindale with a 12.5% increase every 5 years
• Requirement for developer to provide free advertising space for City-related events or agencies
• Prohibition of advertisements for tobacco, marijuana, and adult entertainment
• Proposed billboard height of 52’-4.8”

Parks & Recreation Commission

The Commission will conduct its yearly reorganization to select a Chair and Vice-Chair. Members will also discuss facility rental policies and provide input on park improvements and murals.

• Selection of Commission Chair and Vice-Chair
• Discussion of Facility & Open Space Rental Policy for Dan Diaz Recreation Center, Irwindale Aquatics Center, and city parks
• Input on the Teen Room Mural and banners for Dan Diaz Recreation Center
• Verbal report on the Irwindale Park Improvement Project
• Discussion on food and drink options at events

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the use of Community Development Block Grant allocations for fiscal year 2024-2025. The body is also considering several contracts and personnel compensation adjustments. A special session is scheduled to discuss litigation, including the case Five Points, LP vs. City of Irwindale.

• Contract with Waterline Technologies, Inc. for $84,000 plus an $8,400 contingency for the Irwindale Aquatic Center commercial pool heater replacement
• Public hearing on the proposed use of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Los Angeles Urban County Community Development Block Grant allocation
• Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Consulting Contract with Environmental Science Associates (ESA) for Housing, Safety, and Environmental Justice Elements
• Resolution No. 2024-02-3479 to establish positions, classes, and compensation for city employees
• Joint adoption of a citywide records retention schedule