Commerce — 2026-04-14

1.\nConference with Legal Counsel Pursuant to Government Code Sections 54956.9(d)\n(2) & (e)(2) - Regarding Anticipated/Potential Litigation - Three (3) Cases.\nPursuant to Government Code §54957.6 the City Council will confer with its labor\nnegotiator, Ernie Hernandez, with respect to labor negotiations pertaining to:\nA. The Memoranda of Understanding between the City and the City of\nCommerce Employees Association on behalf of the part -time employees.\nB. The Memoranda of Understanding between the City and the City of Commerce\nEmployees Association on behalf of the mid-management and non-management full-\ntime employees.

2.\nPursuant to Government Code §54956.8, the City Council will confer with its\nreal property negotiator, Ernie Hernandez, with respect to real property negotiations\non the purchase of a portion of Tubeway Avenue public right-of-way north of Telegraph\nRoad and south of Smithway Street.

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1. National Library Week\nThe City Council will proclaim April 20-25 National Library Week.

10. Earth Day 2026 Celebration at Bristow Park - Funding Request\nIt is recommended that the City Council approve the allocation of funds to cover the costs associated with the Earth Day 2026 event at Bristow Park.

11. Approval of Civic Organizations\nApprove the Civic Organizations of the City of Commerce for the 2026 calendar year, following the annual review and as recommended by the Parks & Recreation Commission.

12. Bristow Park Parking Lot Lighting System\nThe City Council will receive and file a report on installation of solar lighting fixtures at Bristow Park Parking Lot.

13. Bandini Library and Learning Center Project Acceptance\nThe City Council will consider accepting the Bandini Library and Learning Center Project as complete, authorizing staff to file the Notice of Completion with the County Recorder's Office, and authorizing release of 5% retention per contract provisions and the expiration of the Stop Notice filing period, subject to any remaining Stop Notice Claims.

14. Presentation/Update from the Sheriff's Department of Public Safety in the City of Commerce

15. Approval of Gateway Monument Landscape Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans for Southbound 1-5 at Eastern Median Island\nThe City Council will consider adopting a Resolution approving the Gateway Monument Landscape Maintenance Agreement between the City of Commerce and the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans).

16. Rosewood Park Extension Improvement Project\nThe City Council will consider:\n1. Authorizing staff to prepare and release a Request for Proposals (RFP) for design services for Rosewood Park Extension Improvement Project; and\n2. Adopt a Resolution appropriating $300,000 from the Project Management Fund to support the design phase of the project.

17. Declaration of Certain Real Property known as 2143 S. Atlantic Boulevard (Assessor's Parcel Number "APN": 5244-014-905; "Property") as Surplus Land\nThat the City Council consider adopting a Resolution declaring certain real property known as 2143 S. Atlantic Boulevard (APN: 5244-014-905) as Surplus Land in accordance with the Surplus Land Act, authorizing staff to proceed with issuing a notice of availability of the Surplus Land in the City of Commerce, California and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to take all necessary actions to carry out the intent of this Resolution and ensure compliance with the Surplus Land Act.

18. Resolution approving the City of Commerce's Economic Opportunity Zones (C.E.O.z) program\nThe Council will consider:\n1. Adopt a resolution to:\nA. Authorize the City Manager to approve the list of incentives from Commerce's Economic Opportunity Zones (C.E.O.z) based on the merits of their application and the potential impact on the City and its residents.\nB. Authorize the City Manager to communicate the incentive list to interested parties, including but not limited to approved real estate developers, corporations, and tenants.\n2. Take any additional related action as deemed necessary.

2. Autism Acceptance Month\nThe City Council will recognize Autism Awareness Month, highlighting the importance of inclusion, acceptance, and support for\nindividuals with autism and their families, and reaffirming the City's commitment to creating an inclusive community for all.

3. Schurr High School Girls Water Polo Team Recognition\nThe City Council will recognize the Schurr High School Girls Water Polo Team for an outstanding 2026 season as Almont League \nChampions, CIF Southern Section Division 4 Champions, and CIF State SoCal Regional Semifinalists. These achievements reflect the \nteam's dedication, teamwork, and commitment to excellence, and serve as a source of pride and inspiration for the community.

4. Approval of Warrant Register Nos. 15A, 15B, and 15C\nThe City Council will consider approving the bills and claims set forth in Warrant Registers No. 15A dated April 14, \n2026, 15B for the period of March 19, 2026 through March 23, 2026, and 15C for the period of March 25, 2026 through April 2, 2026.

5. Approval of Minutes\nThe City Council and Successor Agency will consider for approval the minutes of the Regular City Council meeting of Tuesday, March 24, 2026, held at 5:00 p.m\n03-24-2026 Minutes

6. An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Commerce, California, Implementing Green Building Practices for \nCity Buildings

7. Approval of Professional Services Agreement with E.B. Construction, Inc. for the Preparation of Plans, Specifications, and Engineer's Estimate Camp Commerce Deck Replacement Project\nThe City Council will consider:\n1. Approving a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) with E.B. Construction, Inc. for Preparation of Plans, Specifications, and Engineer's Estimate (PS&E) for Camp Commerce Deck Replacement in the amount of $350,000, and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney, and furthermore authorize City Manager and Public Works Director to execute any amendments to the agreement with the selected consultant should they become necessary; and\n2. Approving up to 15% of the total contract value in contingencies for unforeseen additional design services; and\n3. Approving up to 10% of the total contract value for project management services by Transtech Engineering Inc.

8. Various Signalized Intersections Improvement Project HSIP Cycle 10 07-LA-0-HSIPSL-5362(028) Project Acceptance\nThe City Council will consider accepting the Various Signalized Intersections Improvement Project - HSIP Cycle 10 as complete, authorizing staff to file the Notice of Completion with the County Recorder's Office, and authorizing release of 5% retention per contract provisions.

9. City Hall and Veterans Neighborhood Library Reroofing Project\nThe City Council will consider accepting the City Hall and Veterans Neighborhood Library Reroofing Project as complete, authorizing staff to file the Notice of Completion with the County Recorder's Office, and authorizing release of 5% retention per contract provisions.