Bradbury public meetings in 2023
19 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
2023_11_07 Adjourned CC Mtg
The City Council is reviewing resolutions to adopt the 2021-2029 Housing Element and a Land Use Element update. The meeting also includes the introduction of an ordinance to establish an affordable housing overlay zone on part of the Civic Center property.
- Adoption of the 2021-2029 (6th Cycle) Housing Element
- Introduction of Ordinance No. 389 for an affordable housing overlay zone at 600 Winston Avenue
- Approval of Mitigated Negative Declaration and mitigation monitoring program
- Update to the 2012-2030 Land Use Element
2023_11_07 Adjourned CC Mtg
The City Council is considering Resolution No. PC 23-23 to adopt an update to the 2012–2030 Land Use Element. This update aligns land use information with the current Housing Element Update for the 2021–2029 period. The proposal includes changes to affordable housing designations on Civic Center property and incorporates recent specific plans.
- Creation of a new Affordable Housing Civic Center Overlay (AHCCO) on 0.68 acres of the Civic Center property
- Designation of the Civic Center site to accommodate 18 multi-family units and a 6-person emergency shelter
- Incorporation of the Sharon Hill Lane Specific Plan (SP 05-01)
- Incorporation of the 555 Mount Olive Drive Specific Plan (SP 06-02)
- Update to reflect the annexation of land along Wildrose Avenue
2023_10_17 CC Meeting
The City Council will review several municipal ordinances regarding density bonus laws, reasonable accommodations, and secondary living quarters. Additional items include a proposed contract for a local hazard mitigation plan and discussions on law enforcement services.
- Proposed $42,980 agreement with Atlas Planning Solutions for Hazard Mitigation Plan update
- Ordinance No. 386: Reasonable Accommodations Policy and Procedures
- Ordinance No. 387: Density Bonus Laws
- Ordinance No. 388: Secondary Living Quarters amendments
- Discussion regarding $9,818 in restricted Cal Recycle funds
2023_08_15 CC Meeting
The City Council will consider adopting an urgency ordinance regarding the Density Bonus Law. The meeting includes a discussion on the city's investment policy and feedback on the Bradbury Night Out event. Additionally, South Coast AQMD will provide an update on air quality.
- Urgency Ordinance No. 385U for Density Bonus Ordinance adoption
- Air quality update from South Coast AQMD
- Discussion regarding the City’s Investment Policy
- Resolution No. 23-17 designating Mario Flores as Deputy City Clerk
- Feedback session regarding Bradbury Night Out
2023_08_15 CC Meeting
The City Council approved the consent calendar, which included the appointment of Mario Flores as Deputy City Clerk. Urgency Ordinance No. 385U and the Closed Session were pulled from the agenda due to the absence of two councilmembers. No final decisions were made regarding the City's Investment Policy or the date of Bradbury Night Out.
- Approved Consent Calendar (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 23-17 designating Mario Flores as Deputy City Clerk (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 23-16 for August 15, 2023 Demands & Warrants (3-0)
- Approved meeting minutes from June 20, July 6, July 18, and July 27, 2023 (3-0)
- Pulled Urgency Ordinance No. 385U and Closed Session from agenda
- Tabled Investment Policy decision pending City Treasurer review
- Tabled Bradbury Night Out date discussion until next meeting
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
2023_07_26 Special Meeting
The City Council held a special meeting to discuss and vote on the 6th Cycle Housing Element Overlay. The council approved the currently proposed location for the overlay.
- Approved the proposed location of the 6th Cycle Housing Element Overlay
- Approved the meeting agenda (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
2023_07_18 CC
The City Council approved a contract for the Lemon Avenue Trail Project and passed a consent calendar including the Housing Element Update. Cal Am Water presented information regarding chemical exceedances at the Crownhaven Well.
- Approved $181,597.10 bid from SDC Engineering for Lemon Avenue Trail Project (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution No. 23-15: Demands & Warrants for July 18, 2023 (4-0)
- Approved Monthly Investment Report for June 2023 (4-0)
- Approved Second Amendment to Professional Services Agreement for Housing Element Update (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
2023_07_06 Special Meeting
The City Council approved a resolution regarding account signatures. The council also held a study session to discuss Housing Element requirements and updates to ADU code language to comply with state regulations.
- Approved Resolution No. 23-14 authorizing signatures for accounts in the name of the City of Bradbury (5-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
2023_06_20 CC Meeting
The Bradbury City Council will meet to reorganize leadership and adopt upcoming budget resolutions. The council is also considering a contract award for the Lemon Avenue Trail project and reviewing proposed changes to solid waste collection rates.
- Contract award for Lemon Avenue Trail Project to SDC Engineering, Inc. in the amount of $181,597.10
- Proposed annual rate adjustments for Burrtec solid waste collection and recycling starting July 1, 2023
- Adoption of budget resolutions and allocations for COPS and SB 1 funds
- Appointment of Mayor and Mayor Pro-Tem during council reorganization
- Designation of Diane Jenson as City Clerk via Resolution No. 23-08
2023_06_20 CC Meeting
The City Council reorganized its leadership, approved the 2023-24 budget, and authorized a CPI-based rate increase for solid waste services. The council also appointed city liaisons and designated Diane Jensen as City Clerk. A bid for the Lemon Avenue Trail project was deferred due to indemnification issues.
- Appointed Mayor Barakat as Mayor and Councilmember Richard Hale as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
- Approved Consent Calendar including Resolution No. 23-08 designating Diane Jensen as City Clerk (5-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 23-09 for FY 2023-24 Gann Appropriation Limit (5-0)
- Tabled Lemon Avenue Trail project bid award due to unresolved indemnification issues
- Approved Burrtec solid waste rate increases effective July 1, 2023 (5-0)
- Adopted Resolution No. 23-10 (FY 2023-24 Budget), Resolution No. 23-11 (COPS Funds), and Resolution No. 23-12 (SB 1 Funds)
- Adopted Resolution No. 23-13 regarding San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments appointments
- Approved City Manager annual salary increase to $190,000 retroactive to May 2023 (3-2)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
2023_05_16 CC Meeting
The City Council approved the consent calendar, which included the April 18, 2023 meeting minutes and the May 2023 demands and warrants. The Council reviewed a budget forecast for Fiscal Year 2023-2024, with a final vote scheduled for June 20. No formal votes were taken during the closed session.
- Approved April 18, 2023 meeting minutes (3-0)
- Approved Resolution No. 23-05: Demands & Warrants for May 2023 (3-0)
- Approved April 2023 Monthly Investment Report (3-0)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
2023_05_16 CC Meeting
The City Council will discuss the proposed budget forecast for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 to review resource priorities. The meeting includes a presentation from the Duarte Unified School District and a retirement proclamation for City Clerk Claudia Saldana. The council will also consider designating Kevin Kearney as Deputy City Clerk.
- Proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget forecast discussion
- Resolution to designate Kevin Kearney as Deputy City Clerk
- Proclamation of retirement for City Clerk Claudia Saldana
- Duarte Unified School District update presentation
- Approval of May 2023 demands and warrants (Resolution No. 23-05)
2023_04_18 CC Meeting
The City Council approved charitable donations to three homeless organizations and passed the consent calendar. The council also received a presentation on homeowner insurance in High Fire Hazard Severity Zones.
- Approved Consent Calendar including March 21 minutes, Resolution No. 23-04, and March investment report (4-0)
- Approved $1,200 donations each to Union Station Homeless Services, Friends In Deed, and Foothill Unity Center (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
2023_04_18 CC Meeting
The Bradbury City Council will receive an update from the California Department of Insurance regarding High Fire Hazard Severity Zones. The Council will also consider directing staff on how to distribute $4,000 budgeted for charitable donations to housing and shelter organizations. Routine items include approval of meeting minutes and financial reports.
- Presentation by California Department of Insurance on High Fire Hazard Severity Zones
- Direction for staff regarding $4,000 in budgeted community support donations
- Approval of March 21, 2023 meeting minutes
- Resolution No. 23-04 for April 2023 demands and warrants
2023_03_21 CC Meeting
The City Council will hear a presentation from the Los Angeles County Fire Department regarding updates to the Brush Clearance Inspection Program, including an increase in annual inspections from 139 to approximately 737. The Council will also discuss whether to continue offering virtual attendance via Zoom for public meetings.
- LA County Fire Department presentation on brush clearance inspection updates and fee changes
- Discussion regarding the use of Zoom for public meetings
- Approval of Resolution No. 23-03 for demands and warrants totaling $112,103.36
- Review of February 2023 monthly investment report
2023_03_21 CC Meeting
The City Council unanimously decided to stop offering Zoom for public and councilmember participation in monthly meetings. The council also approved the consent calendar and received a presentation on brush clearance laws.
- Approved Consent Calendar including February 21 minutes, Resolution No. 23-03 (Demands & Warrants), and February Investment Report (4-0)
- Discontinued Zoom for public and Councilmember participation in monthly meetings (unanimous)
- Instructed staff on how to proceed regarding Grow Monrovia v. City of Bradbury (unanimous)
- Instructed staff on how to proceed regarding LAFCO Annexation No. 2021-10 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
2023_02_21 CC Meeting
The City Council will review plans and authorize formal bidding for a new pedestrian pathway on Lemon Avenue. The meeting also includes an informational discussion regarding the upcoming Bradbury Night Out event scheduled for July 2023.
- Approval of plans and contract specifications for the Lemon Avenue Trail Project
- Authorization to receive formal bids for the Lemon Avenue pedestrian pathway
- Appointment of a Planning Commissioner for District 2
- Discussion regarding Bradbury Night Out on July 27, 2023
2023_02_21 CC Meeting
The City Council approved the plans and bid authorization for the Lemon Avenue Trail Project. The Council also approved the consent calendar and a settlement agreement regarding pending litigation with the Penney Family Trust.
- Approved Lemon Avenue Trail Project plans and bid authorization (5-0)
- Approved Consent Calendar including January and February 2023 Demands & Warrants (5-0)
- Approved December 13, 2022 meeting minutes (5-0)
- Approved Planning Commissioner Appointment for District 2 (5-0)
- Approved settlement agreement for City of Bradbury v. Penney Family Trust
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
2024_01_16 CC Meeting
The City Council will consider ordinances and resolutions to consolidate municipal elections with the statewide general election in November. The agenda also includes final acceptance of the Lemon Avenue Trail project and discussions regarding law enforcement services.
- Final acceptance of Lemon Avenue Trail Project ($262,650.66)
- IT services agreement renewal with Teamlogic IT
- Ordinance 390 regarding election consolidation
- Discussion on Royal Oaks Drive Trail area and trees
- Discussion on law enforcement services