MINUTES OF THE MEETING - Gateway COG

GATEWAY CITIES COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS JOINT MEETING OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS AND

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

Wednesday, December 2, 2020 6:00 p. m. Meeting

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AGENDA

AGENDA REPORTS AND OTHER WRITTEN DOCUMENTS ARE AVAILABLE ON THE GATEWAY CITIES COG WEBSITE AT WWW.GATEWAYCOG.ORG.

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PUBLIC COMMENTS: To address the Board of Directors on any agenda item or a matter within the Board’s purview, please provide written comments by 3 p.m., December 2, 2020, via email to [email protected]. All written comments submitted will become part of the official record.

I. CALL TO ORDER

II. ROLL CALL

III. AMENDMENTS TO THE AGENDA - This is the time and place to change the orderof the agenda, delete or add any agenda item(s).

IV. PUBLIC COMMENTS – All submitted written comments will be read at this time.

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V. MATTERS FROM STAFFA. Video Honoring Diane DuBois

VI. CONSENT CALENDAR: All items under the Consent Calendar may be enacted byone motion. Any item may be removed from the Consent Calendar and acted uponseparately by the Board of Directors.

A. Approval of Warrant Register - Request for Approval of Warrant RegisterDated December 2, 2020 (Pg. 4) - Approve

B. Minutes of the Board of Directors Meeting of November 4, 2020 (Pg.18) – Approve

C. Local Agency Investment Fund Statement (Pg. 25) – Receive & File

D. Amendment to Agreement Between Southern California RegionalEnergy Network Regional Partnership and Gateway Cities Council ofGovernments (Pg. 27) – Approve

E. Biennial Review of the Gateway Cities COG Conflict of Interest Code(Pg. 38) – Approve

F. Report from the Conservancy Committee (Pg. 44) – Receive & File

G. Report from the Economic Development Working Group – No Report

H. Report from the Gateway Water Management Authority – No Report

I. Report from the I-710 Corridor Project – No Report

J. Report from the SR-91/I-605/I-405 Corridor Cities Committee – No Report

K. Report from PATH (COG Homeless Program Implementation Agency)(Pg.56) – Receive & File

L. Cap and Trade Update – (Pg. 66) Receive & File

M. Gateway Cities COG Housing Program Report (pg. 73) – No Report

N. Matters from the I-5 Consortium Cities Joint Powers Authority – NoReport

O. Matters from the League of California Cities – (Pg. 76) Receive & File

P. Matters from Southern California Association of Governments (SCAG) (Pg. 78)- Receive & File

Q. Matters from Eco-Rapid Transit (WSAB) – No Report

R. Matters from the South Coast AQMD & CARB – (Pg. 84) Receive & File

S. Matters from the Metro Gateway Cities Service Council – No Report

T. Matters from the Metro Eastside Transit Corridor (Gold Line) Phase II – No Report

U. Matters from the Port of Long Beach (Pg. 87) - Receive & File

V. Matters from Metro (Pg. 90) - Receive & File

W. Agreement for Consulting Services by and Between Gateway Cities Council of Governments and the City of Signal Hill for Implementation of the Gateway Cities Innovation Plan (Pg. 92) - Approve

CONSENT CALENDAR ACTION:

A MOTION TO APPROVE THE RECOMMENDATIONS FOR CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS A THROUGH W.

VII. REPORTS

A. Report from Transportation Committee – Mayor Robert Garcia, Chair (Pg. 112)1. Gateway Cities COG Comments on Metro Initiative on Modernizing the

Highway Program

SUGGESTED ACTION: A MOTION TO APPROVE COMMENT LETTER & RECEIVE & FILE REPORT

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VIII. MATTERS FROM THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

IX. MATTERS FROM THE PRESIDENT

X. ADJOURNMENT

NOTICE: New items will not be considered after 8:00 p.m. unless the Board of Directors votes to extend the time limit. Any items on the agenda that are not completed will be forwarded to the next regular Board of Directors meeting scheduled for Wednesday, January 6, 2021, 6:00 PM.

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VI. CONSENT CALENDARITEM A

Approval of Warrant Register

VI. CONSENT CALENDARITEM B

Approval of Minutes

Minutes of the Board of Directors Meeting November 4, 2020

MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF THE

GATEWAY CITIES COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Gateway Cities Council of Governments 16401 Paramount Blvd. Paramount, California

November 4, 2020

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GCCOG President Maria Davila called the meeting to order at 6:03 PM.

Roll call was taken by GCCOG Office Assistant Joel Arevalos. There were no amendments to the agenda. There were no public comments.

PRESENT: President Maria Davila, City of South Gate (E) 1st Vice President Cinde MacGugan Cassidy, City of Avalon (E) 2nd Vice President Ali Saleh, City of Bell Member Tony Lima, City of Artesia Member Raymond Dunton, City of Bellflower (E) Member Pedro Aceituno, City of Bell Gardens Member Oralia Rebollo, City of Commerce (E) Member Emma Sharif, City of Compton Member Alex Saab, City of Downey (E) Member Jesse Alvarado, City of Hawaiian Gardens Member John Lewis, City of La Mirada (E) Member, Ariel Pe, City of Lakewood Member Heber Marquez, City of Maywood Member Margarita Rios, City of Norwalk Member Vilma Cuellar Stallings, City of Paramount Member Brent Tercero, City of Pico Rivera Member Joe Angel Zamora, City of Santa Fe Springs (E) Member Edward H. J. Wilson, City of Signal Hill (E) Member Fernando Dutra, City of Whittier (E) Member Herlinda Chico, Office of Supervisor Janice Hahn (E) Member Kimberly Ortega, Office of Supervisor Hilda Solis Member Sharon Weissman, Port of Long Beach

ABSENT: Member Naresh Solanki, City of Cerritos (E)

Member Elizabeth Alcantar, City of Cudahy Member Marilyn Sanabria, City of Huntington Park (E) Member Cory Moss, City of Industry Member Rex Richardson, City of Long Beach M Member Robert Garcia, City of Long Beach Member Marisela Santana, City of Lynwood


Member David Torres, City of Montebello Member William Davis, City of Vernon Member Lacey Johnson, Office of Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas

(E) Executive Committee

ALSO PRESENT: Thaddeus McCormack, City Manager – City of Lakewood; Nancy Pfeffer, Melani Smith, Gilbert Saldate, Karen Heit, Stephanie Cadena, Joel Arevalos, Genny Cisneros, Sandra Mora, Erica Copeland, Mahogany Smith-Christopher, Ivy Tsai – COG Staff; Norman Emerson – Emerson Associates; Claudette Moody – WSP; Luke Klipp, Tyler Bonanno-Curley, Manager of Government Affairs – City of Long Beach; Nina Turner, Local/Regional Liaison – Port of Long Beach; Dianne Guevara – City of South Gate; Mark Dierking, Steven Lee – Metro; Sarah Patterson, Regional Affairs Officer – SCAG; Kristine Guerrero – League of California Cities.

Under Matters from Staff, Executive Director Nancy Pfeffer reported that the COG was not successful in receiving grant funding from the Sustainable Transportation Equity Project (STEP) program. The COG partnered with LA County and the Southeast Los Angeles Collaborative (SELA) to propose surveying residents’ travel needs and developing innovative mobility options for the region. COG staff will debrief to learn about what could have been done better in the proposal and will seek other funding opportunities.

Director Pfeffer called attention to Item W. Metro Board Motion Regarding I-605 Corridor Improvement Project on the Consent Calendar. In September the COG Board approved submitting a letter to Metro asking to hold off on releasing the EIR for the I-605 Corridor project due to concerns over right-of-way impacts to cities. Metro responded at the end of September agreeing to hold off and the Metro Board recently adopted a motion brought by Supervisor Solis. This motion supported the COG’s ask for Metro to work with corridor cities for a locally supportive alternative. The agenda item is for a response letter to the motion. Director Pfeffer also reported that she was interviewed by KCRW station in Santa Monica in regards to the I-605 project. She spoke of the role of the COG and next steps as it relates to the project. The story will be published next week.

Lastly, Director Pfeffer reported that three Gateway cities were awarded in the current round of the Beacon Program, a statewide program that acknowledges cities’ voluntary efforts in sustainability. Many Gateway cities are currently participating. The Board was shown a brief video celebrating these cities’ accomplishments.

President Davila moved on to the Consent Calendar and asked for a motion to approve items A-Z. Member Lima moved to approve and it was seconded by Member Emma Sharif. COG Staff Arevalos performed a roll call and the item was approved.

President Davila moved on to Reports from Committees. For the Transportation Committee Report, Luke Klipp, on behalf of Mayor Robert Garcia, reported that the I-605 Motion included several other coauthors representing portions of the corridor, in addition to Supervisor Solis.


Klipp reported that the Metro Board approved the NextGen plan at its October meeting, concluding 3 years of study and community engagement to improve bus service. The plan will be implemented over 3 cycles, beginning in December 2020, and every six months thereafter. Metro staff will be presenting the plan at the next COG Transportation Committee meeting.

Member Fernando Dutra moved to receive and file the item and it was seconded by Member John Lewis. COG Counsel Ivy Tsai clarified that if there are no objections the Board can approve without a roll call. There were no objections.

President Davila moved on to Report B, Report from Atlantic Blvd Complete Street Project. Yvette Kirrin reported that the staff recommendation is to have the COG Board approve providing a letter of support to Metro’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) study specific to the Atlantic corridor. The COG staff started working on a complete street project in February along Atlantic that includes 10 jurisdictions. Meanwhile Metro was on a parallel path with their own BRT study, and Atlantic became one of the top potential corridors for BRT funding. Metro staff engaged with the COG and our technical advisory committee specific to the complete street effort. The TAC meetings discussed opportunities and constraints of each jurisdiction, and helped come up with focus areas of what a complete street could look like. BRT provides for two options; there is BRT light, which may not require as much infrastructure in the roadway, and Normal BRT, which could use up to a full dedicated lane. Kirrin said most cities are not very enthusiastic about the Normal BRT, but could benefit from the BRT light system.

Kirrin concluded that the BRT system is one of the corridor-wide considerations that staff is considering as part of the Atlantic Corridor Complete Street, and staff is asking for a Letter of Support for Metro to see if additional studies on the investment could be done to determine the opportunity of bringing BRT to the COG region. Atlantic is the only corridor in the COG region that has made it to the top 7 projects. The top 5 will be recommended to the Metro board for Measure M funding. Kirrin said there’s a lot of studying to be done to see if there’s opportunity to implement BRT on the corridor and what this investment could include. A BRT system implemented has potential to bring significant benefits.

Member Lima moved to approve staff’s recommendation, and it was seconded by Member Dutra.

Member Dutra asked if there are any reasons why Metro would deny the project. Kirrin said it is a competitive funding process and only one project will be awarded. COG staff wants to make sure we position ourselves the best we can. The Complete Corridor Study provides a great nexus and benefit to the way we are approaching the funding process, and the plan speaks for itself on having a multimodal multijurisdictional approach.

COG staff Arevalos performed a roll call and the motion passed.

President Davila moved on to Report C, Amendment to the COG Bylaws and Election process. Director Pfeffer said our COG Bylaws provide for four officers of the Board,


including President, Vice President, 2nd Vice President and Immediate Past President. As Immediate Past President Diane DuBois has retired from public life, this leaves a vacancy in the position. The COG Officers would like to have the position filled; however, the bylaws do not allow the Board to elect a past president except at the annual meeting of the Board. Following these bylaws, the position would be empty for the remainder of the fiscal year. To address this, COG staff recommends to amend the language of the current bylaws to allow the Board to fill the vacancy. COG Counsel Tsai provided the exact language currently in the bylaws and the proposed language.

Member Raymond Dunton moved to approve and it was seconded by Member Ariel Pe. COG staff Arevalos performed a roll call and the motion passed.

President Davila said the next action is to elect the Immediate Past President and nominated Member Dutra. Member Cinde Cassidy moved to nominate and 2nd Vice President Ali Saleh seconded. Member Ed Wilson moved to close nominations and Member Lima seconded. COG staff Arevalos performed a roll call and the motion to close nominations passed. Member Lima moved to elect Member Dutra and it was seconded by Member Emma Sharif. COG staff Arevalos performed a roll call and the motion passed.

President Davila moved on to Item D, Homelessness Program Update. Gilbert Saldate, COG Homeless Program Manager reported that the Homelessness Program has three contracts, for regional coordination; Gateway’s connection, and; innovation funds.

Under Regional Coordination, Saldate reported that staff has been conducting trainings for city staff on mental health first aid, and is also working with two cities on developing a Homeless Plan. Staff also hosted a Regional Homeless Summit for city officials, city managers and city staff, and is organizing a separate quarterly series of informational Housing Workshops. Saldate also reported on a new faith-based initiative to help organizations better understand available resources to assist with homelessness. Staff is also planning a Landlord Summit in early 2021 to provide information on rental assistance funding, identify landowners interested in opening up rentals to homeless individuals, and share on leasing programs and other resources that help create additional housing opportunities. Saldate called attention to the COG’s directory page, which includes information on connecting to resources such as for mental health and substance abuse.

Saldate reported staff is beginning on a new effort to improve city and county communications to discuss local issues and share case stories with county executives. The purpose of this is for the county to be aware of cities’ efforts and help with creating opportunities for future collaboration for new planning initiatives.

For the Gateway Connection, Saldate reported that the program provides funding from the County to the COG and then to PATH. This funds a collaboration with the LCAs to help reduce homelessness. Our region has seen a reduction of 10% in homeless individuals from the past year, the only reduction to be seen across the county. He said the 2021 Homeless Count will be coming up soon, and the count will be utilizing an electronic system. This will allow cities to participate and conduct their own count.


Saldate reported that there are also RFPs for those cities interested in doing a winter shelter. The COG region has never had a winter shelter. The available funding for winter shelters is provided by LAHSA. Saldate said the Homelessness TAC could also discuss this opportunity and identify potential locations within cities or the larger region.

Member Dutra asked if the 10% reduction in homeless is localized to any one or couple of cities. Gilbert responded that the 10% reduction is reported across the region but he could provide further details that show the reductions by LCA area.

Regarding the Innovation Funding, Saldate reported that the COG has been able to get a Homeless liaison to work with the cities of Bell, Maywood, Cudahy and Commerce. The funding is also helping with an Employment and Housing Project for 100 individuals. Saldate also reported on the Regional Homeless Plan, which was last done in 2009. While some cities have completed their own plan, this opportunity provides the chance to review or update existing plans, and facilitate collaborations on new projects and resources. Saldate also noted that additional housing pilot project proposals will be brought to the COG Board in December.

Member Oralia Rebollo asked if there are any collaborations happening with Project Homekey. Saldate responded that while the COG is providing funding to a local agency that is doing case management and assisting with resources related to Project Homekey, there is no further or direct connection. Member Rebollo asked if there is potential to increase collaboration. Saldate responded that it would be beneficial to improve communication between the cities and county to identify collaboration opportunities.

Member Herlinda Chico commented that communication with cities was affected as Project Roomkey was developed in response to a pandemic, and the County had to move at a different pace than usual. The State wanted to ensure that those that are most vulnerable are able to get off the street and into shelters, and the fastest way to do this was to master lease with hotels. While there wasn’t a lot of community engagement, County staff was in contact with various cities, including Long Beach, Signal Hill, Avalon and others to identify needs and potential sites.

As for Project Homekey, Member Chico stated that the County worked with the Governor’s office to collaborate with Motel 6 to purchase corporate-owned sites, some of which are in our region. She emphasized that County staff was in contact with cities as best as possible while they responded to the homeless crisis during the pandemic. Saldate responded that a vehicle or tool of communication is needed to improve collaboration between county and cities to increase successes.

Member Rebollo thanked Member Chico for her explanation, and thanked Supervisor Solis’ office for their communication in regards to the project. Member Kimberly Ortega stated that Supervisor Solis’ office wants to connect with communities and have transparency. The City of Commerce has been looking to acquire properties for Project Homekey and has had good communication with the Supervisor’s office. President Davila acknowledged the Supervisor’s work in looking after the cities during the pandemic.


Member Margarita Rios commented that the City of Norwalk had an initial Project Roomkey site that is still in place. Member Rios agreed that there was a lack of communication that resulted in confusion for the Council regarding goals and resulting outcomes. She asked what kind of follow-through process is in place when an individual abandons the room, as service providers and public safety directors have provided updates on a large number of Project Roomkey individuals that have vacated or abandoned their room. Saldate responded that if a person is referred to Project Roomkey, they have a primary case manager that will be working with them throughout, even if the room is abandoned. Saldate also acknowledged Norwalk’s Homelessness Task Force as a great initiative and resource.

Member Rios said that unfortunately, follow-through may not be happening as it should and many could be left on the street as a result. She said increased collaboration and follow-through is needed, along with communication and collaborative decision-making between the county, state and cities in regards to the homeless crisis. Member Chico offered to connect Board Members with County staff to receive updates regarding abandonment. Member Rios said it would be beneficial for the Supervisors to visit sites on the ground level to become better aware of issues in cities.

President Davila asked for a motion to receive and file the report. Member Lima moved. Member Dutra seconded. There were no objections.

There were no Matters from the Board of Directors. There were no Matters from the President.

Adjournment: President Davila adjourned the meeting at 7:29 pm.

Respectfully submitted,

Nancy Pfeffer, Executive Director

VI. CONSENT CALENDARITEM C

October 2020 Local Agency Investment Fund Statement

Local Agency Investment Fund P.O. Box 942809 Sacramento, CA 94209-0001

(916) 653-3001

November 19, 2020

LAIF Home PMIA Average Monthly Yields

Account Number: 40-19-04

October 2020 Statement

Tran Type Definitions

Effective Date

Transaction Date

Tran Type Confirm

Number

Web Confirm Number Authorized Caller Amount

10/15/2020 10/14/2020 QRD 1656601 N/A SYSTEM 595.11

Account Summary

Total Deposit: 595.11 Beginning Balance:

302,922.89

Total Withdrawal: 0.00 Ending Balance: 303,518.00

https://www.treasurer.ca.gov/pmia-laif/laif/index.asp

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VI. CONSENT CALENDARITEM D

Amendment to Agreement Between Southern California Regional Energy Network Regional Partnership and

Gateway Cities Council of Governments

Board of Directors Meeting Agenda December 2, 2020 TO: Board of Directors FROM: Nancy Pfeffer, Executive Director

Stephanie Cadena, Assistant Planner & Mahogany Smith-Christopher, CivicSpark Climate Fellow

SUBJECT: Extension of Southern California Regional Energy Network Regional

Partnership through 2021 Background In June 2020, the Gateway Cities COG Board approved the Regional Partnership Agreement with the Southern California Regional Energy Network (SoCalREN). The SoCalREN programs for public agencies have been administered by The Energy Coalition (TEC) and the County of Los Angeles (County), and funded by California utility ratepayers under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC). SoCalREN has enrolled public agencies into a suite of their programs geared towards increasing local energy efficiency. Currently, 11 Gateway Cities are enrolled: Avalon, Bell, Downey, Lakewood, Long Beach, Lynwood, Maywood, Norwalk, Paramount, Signal Hill, and Whittier. In partnership with the SoCalREN, the COG is helping to fill the gap in agency engagement, marketing support and outreach and coordination opportunities for energy-related projects. The COG’s participation in the program has built on our Climate Action Opportunity Assessment and Readiness Plan: Building Capacity for Disadvantaged Communities project and is leveraging the Climate Action Planning Framework resources to engage cities in energy-saving and sustainability activities. We have also delivered the services required under the contract even under the distancing restrictions associated with the global COVID-19 pandemic. Issue Due to the success of the partnership in 2020, the COG proposes to extend the Regional Partnership Agreement with SoCalREN for 2021 to continue providing energy efficiency services to public agencies in our region under the following four SoCalREN programs:

1. Project Delivery Program. Provides core energy efficiency services for agencies, such as energy audits, benchmarking, financial analysis/support, and utility incentive application support.

2. Metered Savings Program. Measures energy savings at the meter to help identify new project opportunities and help capture savings that aren’t typically captured through utility incentive programs.

3. Revolving Savings Fund. Provides upfront, short-term construction financing for smaller projects with zero interest.

4. Pathway to Zero. Enhanced support and technical assistance for projects in disadvantaged communities that go beyond general energy efficiency (e.g. photovoltaic systems, battery storage, and electric vehicle charging infrastructure)

Under the Amendment for the 2021 Regional Partnership, the COG will continue to serve

Board of Directors Meeting Agenda December 2, 2020 as the subcontractor to SoCalREN, with the funding used to continue supporting COG staff, a subcontractor, and a CivicSpark Fellow to provide the following services under the 4 programs for public agencies:

• Support in generating new SoCalREN enrollments and registrations with Gateway Cities public agencies.

• Support energy planning efforts, including data collection to help with energy analysis and project identification

• Support SoCalREN program marketing efforts to increase overall project, partnership, and program visibility and presence.

• Coordinate and deliver education and training activities. • Work with SoCalREN and public agencies to apply for awards, deliver

presentations and prepare case studies and other recognition strategies that celebrate project and agency success with SoCalREN programs.

• Support the development and implementation of an innovative competitive model for agency motivation.

• Identify potential SoCalREN strategies and activities that support regional communities.

The funding for this program is provided by the County to TEC for the SoCalREN program and from them to the COG. While the County is in the process of finalizing the 2021 budget for SoCalREN, the COG has been authorized for an “interim” budget and timeline to continue providing services to Gateway cities. Since SoCalREN’s current contract with the County is only through August 31, 2021, the COG’s “interim” amendment will also go through this date. Under this Amendment, the COG will have a funding amount of up to $25,000 for services from January 1, 2021 through August 31, 2021. We anticipate needing to revisit budgets and amendments in early 2021 once TEC has a better understanding of total program funds from the County. We anticipate the next amendment will have an increased budget and timeline extension through December 31, 2021. Recommended Action Approve SoCalREN Regional Partnership Amendments in a final form to include any revisions approved by the General Counsel's office. Attachments SoCalREN Regional Partnership Amendments (4):

• Project Delivery Program • Metered Savings Program • Revolving Savings Fund • Pathway to Zero

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THE ENERGY COALITION SUBCONSULTANCY AGREEMENT MODIFICATION

November 18, 2020 Gateway Cities Council of Governments Attn: Nancy Pfeffer 16401 Paramount Blvd, Paramount, CA 90723 Re: Project Name: SoCalREN Regional Partnerships 1022A

Project No.: TEC20-0039 Amendment No. 2

Dear Nancy Pfeffer,

This modification letter amends and modifies the Agreement entered into between Gateway Cities Council of Governments ("Subconsultant") and The Energy Coalition with an effective date of August 21, 2020 and an approved start work date of August 25, 2020.

The Energy Coalition and Subconsultant hereby agree to the following changes to Contract TEC20-0039 effective January 1, 2021:

1. The period of performance is extended through August 31, 2021. 2. The attached Attachment 2 (Schedule of Payments) replaces Attachment 2 (Schedule of

Payments) of the initial agreement in its entirety. The agreement provides funding in the amount of $10,000.00, effective January 1, 2021 through August 31, 2021. Unspent 2020 funds will not carry forward to 2021.

The foregoing changes are the sole modification or amendment to the Agreement, and no other express or implied modification or amendment is intended or shall be construed herefrom. All other provisions and obligations of the Agreement and previous amendments, shall continue in full force and effect.

AGREEMENT AND ACCEPTANCE THE ENERGY COALITION

GATEWAY CITIES COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS

By: By:

Print:

Craig Perkins Print:

Nancy Pfeffer

Title:

President & Executive Director

Title:

Executive Director

Date:

Date:

Attachment 2 Schedule of Payments

Project Name: SoCalREN Regional Partnerships 1022A PDP Project Number: TEC20-0039

Amendment 2

THE ENERGY COALITION A. Payment for Base Services: The Subconsultant Work will be performed on a Time and Materials basis. The estimated cost to perform the services set forth in Article 1, "Scope of Services" is $10,000.00 for services rendered from January 1, 2021 through August 31, 2021. Subconsultant shall not exceed this estimated amount without the express written authorization of TEC. TEC must provide written approval of all out-of-pocket expenses prior to their being incurred by the Subconsultant. Subconsultant shall provide TEC with written notice at any time that it anticipates that additional funds beyond the estimated cost will be necessary to complete the Subconsultant Scope of Services. In such event, TEC may (1) authorize additional funds to complete the work, (2) redefine the scope of the Subconsultant Work to meet the remaining funds available, or (3) require the Subconsultant to cease work upon the expenditure of the foregoing sum. Subconsultant will invoice TEC monthly pursuant to the requirements of this Agreement. Title Hourly Rate Executive Director $84.00 Administrative Director $55.16 Assistant Planner $32.36 Administrative Assistant $27.76 Office Assistant $27.29 Regional Energy Coordinator

$150.00

CivicSpark Fellow $15.00 Director of Regional Development

$80.00

B. Payment for Additional Services: N/A

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November 18, 2020

Gateway Cities Council of Governments Attn: Nancy Pfeffer 16401 Paramount Blvd, Paramount, CA 90723

Re: Project Name: SoCalREN Regional Partnerships 1022B DERDAC Project No.: TEC20-0040 Amendment No. 2

Dear Nancy Pfeffer,



1. The period of performance is extended through August 31, 2021.2. The attached Attachment 2 (Schedule of Payments) replaces Attachment 2 (Schedule of

Payments) of the initial agreement in its entirety. The agreement provides funding in theamount of $10,000.00, effective January 1, 2021 through August 31, 2021. Unspent 2020funds will not carry forward to 2021.


AGREEMENT AND ACCEPTANCE

THE ENERGY COALITION GATEWAY CITIES COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS

By: By:

Print: Craig Perkins Print: Nancy Pfeffer

Title: President & Executive Director Title: Executive Director

Date: Date:


Project Name: SoCalREN Regional Partnerships 1022B DERDAC Project Number: TEC20-0040

Amendment 2

THE ENERGY COALITION

A. Payment for Base Services:

The Subconsultant Work will be performed on a Time and Materials basis. The estimated cost to perform the services set forth in Article 1, "Scope of Services" is $10,000.00 for services rendered from January 1, 2021 through August 31, 2021.

Subconsultant shall not exceed this estimated amount without the express written authorization of TEC. TEC must provide written approval of all out-of-pocket expenses prior to their being incurred by the Subconsultant. Subconsultant shall provide TEC with written notice at any time that it anticipates that additional funds beyond the estimated cost will be necessary to complete the Subconsultant Scope of Services. In such event, TEC may (1) authorize additional funds to complete the work, (2) redefine the scope of the Subconsultant Work to meet the remaining funds available, or (3) require the Subconsultant to cease work upon the expenditure of the foregoing sum. Subconsultant will invoice TEC monthly pursuant to the requirements of this Agreement.

Title Hourly Rate Executive Director $84.00 Administrative Director $55.16 Assistant Planner $32.36 Administrative Assistant $27.76 Office Assistant $27.29 Regional Energy Coordinator

$150.00


$80.00



November 18, 2020


Re: Project Name: SoCalREN Regional Partnerships 1022C NMEC Project No.: TEC20-0041 Amendment No. 2

Dear Nancy Pfeffer,








By: By:



Date: Date:

2


Project Name: SoCalREN Regional Partnerships 1022C NMEC Project Number: TEC20-0041

Amendment 2

THE ENERGY COALITION

A. Payment for Base Services:

The Subconsultant Work will be performed on a Time and Materials basis. The estimated cost to perform the services set forth in Article 1, "Scope of Services" is $2,500.00 for services rendered from January 1, 2021 through August 31, 2021.

Subconsultant shall not exceed this estimated amount without the express written authorization of TEC. TEC must provide written approval of all out-of-pocket expenses prior to their being incurred by the Subconsultant. Subconsultant shall provide TEC with written notice at any time that it anticipates that additional funds beyond the estimated cost will be necessary to complete the Subconsultant Scope of Services. In such event, TEC may (1) authorize additional funds to complete the work, (2) redefine the scope of the Subconsultant Work to meet the remaining funds available, or (3) require the Subconsultant to cease work upon the expenditure of the foregoing sum. Subconsultant will invoice TEC monthly pursuant to the requirements of this Agreement.

Title Hourly Rate Executive Director $84.00 Administrative Director $55.16 Assistant Planner $32.36 Administrative Assistant $27.76 Office Assistant $27.29 Regional Energy Coordinator

$150.00


$80.00



November 18, 2020


Re: Project Name: SoCalREN Regional Partnerships 1022D RLF Project No.: TEC20-0042 Amendment No. 2

Dear Nancy Pfeffer,








By: By:



Date: Date:


Project Name: SoCalREN Regional Partnerships 1022D RLF Project Number: TEC20-0042

Amendment 2

THE ENERGY COALITION A. Payment for Base Services: The Subconsultant Work will be performed on a Time and Materials basis. The estimated cost to perform the services set forth in Article 1, "Scope of Services" is $2,500.00 for services rendered from January 1, 2021 through August 31, 2021. Subconsultant shall not exceed this estimated amount without the express written authorization of TEC. TEC must provide written approval of all out-of-pocket expenses prior to their being incurred by the Subconsultant. Subconsultant shall provide TEC with written notice at any time that it anticipates that additional funds beyond the estimated cost will be necessary to complete the Subconsultant Scope of Services. In such event, TEC may (1) authorize additional funds to complete the work, (2) redefine the scope of the Subconsultant Work to meet the remaining funds available, or (3) require the Subconsultant to cease work upon the expenditure of the foregoing sum. Subconsultant will invoice TEC monthly pursuant to the requirements of this Agreement. Title Hourly Rate Executive Director $84.00 Administrative Director $55.16 Assistant Planner $32.36 Administrative Assistant $27.76 Office Assistant $27.29 Regional Energy Coordinator

$150.00


$80.00


VI. CONSENT CALENDARITEM E

Biennial Review of the Gateway Cities COG Conflict of Interest Code

Board of Directors Meeting Agenda December 2, 2020

TO: Board of Directors

FROM: Nancy Pfeffer, Executive Director

SUBJECT: Biennial Review of the Gateway Cities COG Conflict of Interest

Background

The Political Reform Act requires every local government agency to review its conflict of interest code biennially to determine if any changes are needed. A conflict of interest code tells public officials, governmental employees, and consultants what financial interest they must disclose on their Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700). The Board of Supervisors is the code reviewing body of the COG’s Conflict of Interest Code.

Issue

In reviewing the COG’s current Conflict of Interest Code staff discovered the Code did not reflect the current staff supporting the Executive Director. Staff is recommending changes to reflect the current support staff. These include the Transportation Analyst, Administrative Director, Director of Regional Development, and the Homelessness Program Manager.

Recommended Action

Approve the suggested staff revisions within the Conflict of Interest Code and adopt the amended Conflict of Interest Code.

Attachment

Amended Conflict of Interest Code effective December 3, 2020 if adopted.

Conflict of Interest Code of the


Incorporation of FPPC Regulation 18730 (2 California Code of Regulations. Section 18730)

by Reference

The Political Reform Act (Government Code Section 81000, et seq.) requires state and local government agencies to adopt and promulgate conflict of interest codes. The Fair Political Practices Commission has adopted a regulation (2 Cal. Code of Regs. 18730), which contains the terms of a standard conflict of interest code. After public notice and hearing, it may be amended by the Fair Political Practices Commission to conform to amendments in the Political Reform Act. Therefore, the terms of 2 California Code of Regulations Section 18730, and any amendments to it duly adopted by the Fair Political Practices Commission, are hereby incorporated into the conflict of interest code of this agency by reference. This regulation and the attached Appendices (or Exhibits) designating officials and employees and establishing economic disclosure categories shall constitute the conflict of interest code of this agency.

Place of Filing of Statements of Economic Interests

All officials and employees required to submit a statement of economic interests shall file their statements with the agency head; or his or her designee. The agency shall make and retain a copy of all statements filed by its Board Members, Governing Board Members, Alternate Board Members, as appropriate, and its agency head (Agency/Department Head, Executive Officer or Chief Executive Officer, Superintendent, or Director), and forward the originals of such statement to the Executive Office of the Board of Supervisors of Los Angeles County.

The agency shall retain the originals of statements for all other Designated Positions named in the agency's conflict of interest code. All retained statements, original or copied, shall be available for public inspection and reproduction (Gov. Code Section 81008).

GATEWAY CITIES COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS (GCCOG)

EXHIBIT "A"

CATEGORY1

Persons in this category shall disclose all interest in real property within the jurisdiction. Real property shall be deemed to be within the jurisdiction if the property or any part of it is located within or not more than two miles outside the boundaries of the jurisdiction or within two miles of any land owned or used by the agency.

Persons are not required to disclose a residence, such as a home or vacation cabin, used exclusively as a personal residence; however, a residence in which a person rents out a room or for which a person claims a business deduction may be reportable.

CATEGORY2

Persons in this category shall disclose all investments and business positions.

CATEGORY3

Persons in this category shall disclose all income (including gifts, loans and travel payments) and business positions.

CATEGORY4

Persons in this category shall disclose all business positions, investments in, or income (including gifts, loans and travel payments) received from business entities that manufacture, provide or sell service and/or supplies of a type utilized by the agency and associated with the job assignment of designated positions assigned to this disclosure category.

CATEGORY5

Persons in this category shall disclose all business positions, investments in, and income (including gifts, loans and travel payments) received from all businesses and all entities that provide services of type utilized by Gateway Cities Council of Governments (GCCOG) or that are eligible to receive grants or other financial support from Gateway Cities Council of Governments (GCCOG).


EXHIBIT "A" (Cont'd)

CATEGORY6

Individuals who perform under contract the duties of any designated position shall be required to file Statements of Economic Interests disclosing reportable interest in the categories assigned to that designated position.

In addition, individuals who, under contract, participate in decisions which affect financial interests by providing information, advice, recommendation or counsel to the agency which could affect financial interest shall be required to file Statements of Economic Interests, unless they fall within the Political Reform Act's exceptions to the definition of consultant. The level of disclosure shall be as determined by the executive officer (or head) of the agency. (See footnote in Exhibit "B" for clarification.)


EXHIBIT "B"

The following positions entail the making or participation in the making of decisions which may foreseeably have a material effect on financial interests:

Designated Position

Governing Board Member

Alternate Governing Board Member

Executive Director/Secretary

Transportation Analyst

Administrative Director

Director of Regional Development

Homelessness Program Manager

Consultants/New Positions*

Disclosure Categories

1,2,3

1, 2,3

1, 2,3

4,5

4,5

1, 4, 5

4, 5 6

*Consultants/New Positions are included in the list of designated positions and shall disclose pursuant to the broadest disclosure category in the code, subject to the following limitations:

The Executive Director/Secretary or his or her designee may determine in writing that a particular consultant or new position, although a "designated position," is hired to perform a range of duties that is limited in scope and thus is not required to fully comply with disclosure requirements in this section. Such written determination shall include a description of the consultant's or new position's duties and, based upon that description, a statement of the extent of disclosure requirements. The Executive Director/Secretary or his or her designee's determination is a public record and shall be retained for public inspection in the same manner and location as this conflict-of-interest code. (Gov. Code Section 81008.)

Officials Who Manage Public Investments

It has been determined that the position shown below manages public investments and will file a Statement of Economic Interests pursuant to Government Code Section 87200 et seq.

Treasurer

EFFECTIVE DATE: December 3, 2020

VI. CONSENT CALENDARITEM F

Report from the Conservancy Committee

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DATE: November 16, 2020

TO: Gateway Cities COG

FROM: Mark Stanley, Executive Officer

RMC ACTIVITIES IN GATEWAY REGION Details can be viewed at www.rmc.ca.gov

River Ranger Program (AB 1558- C. Garcia) RMC staff is working with Watershed Conservation Authority staff to continue to hold one–on– one meetings with project stakeholders this month as the team works toward the implementation of a Lower LA River REACH zone pilot program. A virtual meeting was conducted with Trails LA County to provide an overview and update on the River Ranger Pilot Program, as well as explore potential opportunities for engagement. Meanwhile, COVID19 conditions and the uprising for police reform have changed the conversation on the methods to conduct the public safety program element.

Several meetings with the Cities of Bell Garden, Downey, and South Gate have taken place to discuss their role in the public safety element.

A request for qualification was released on September 17th, 2020 to provide professional services as required for retained services to be used for program planning, development, and implementation to activate the Lower Los Angeles (LA) River Ranger Pilot Program REACH Zone One (1). Submissions were due October 22nd, 2020. A review team made up of WCA and RMC staff are currently evaluating submission to create a short list of recommended contractors.

http://www.rmc.ca.gov/

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Since February 2018, The Rivers and Mountains Conservancy and the Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy and their respective JPA’s (WCA and MRCA) have been collaborating jointly on the implementation of the River Ranger Plan Development, intended to develop a framework for a network of River Rangers who assist the public at sites along the Los Angeles River and its tributaries. The bill was enacted in 2017 to address the limited contact with and responsibility for the river by communities, working in coordination with current revitalization programs to encourage engagement with the river as a welcoming community resource.

Under the bill, the program is intended to do the following:

• Establish a Los Angeles River identity; Improve public safety for visitors,• Foster collaboration among those with jurisdiction over the river,• Protect parks, open space, and other public space,• Engage communities in the protection and preservation of the River and its resources,• Promote diversity and inclusion,• Promote equal access and equity among all communities along the River regarding the

development and placement of improvements along the River,• Monitor the physical conditions, environmental health, and development of green space

along the River,• Coordinate the work of river rangers with programs and services.

On May 31, 2019, the Los Angeles River Ranger Program Establishment Plan was delivered to the State Legislature. The full report and supplemental documents may be downloaded at www.rmc.ca.gov

Lower Los Angeles River Recreation and Park District (SB1374) Senate Bill SB 1374 (PRC § 5795 et seq.) authorizes the establishment of the LLARRPD by petition or resolution submitted to the LAFCO before January 1, 2021, subject to specified existing laws governing recreation and park districts, including their formation, except as provided. Through the formation of the LLARRPD, working in collaboration with the Working Group and the RMC, SB 1374 will help facilitate the construction, improvement, and maintenance of parks and recreational facilities, and promote the development of open space and parks for the benefit of communities along the Lower Los Angeles River. The bill also establishes the Board of Directors of the district, made up of two public members, appointed by the Los Angeles County Item 151 Board of Supervisors and one representative appointed by each of the following cities: Vernon, Maywood, Bell, Bell Gardens, Cudahy, South Gate, Lynwood, Compton, Paramount, and Long Beach. Additionally, one representative may be jointly appointed by the city councils of the cities of Commerce, Downey, Montebello, and Pico Rivera. The District formation application is currently being reviewed by the Los Angeles County CEO office. The COVID-19 pandemic delayed the review timeline process and it is still under review.

Commerce, Downey, Montebello, and Pico Rivera requested an amendment to grant each city one (1) representative with one (1) vote. The amendment language was developed in December 2019and was introduced in SB886 (Archuleta) in January 2020. However, due to the COVID-19pandemic emergency declaration on March 2020, all legislative activity was paused, and thensuspended. Senator Archuleta will reintroduce the bill in the 2021-2022 legislative cycle. A drafttest of the bill language will be drafted in early January 2021.

Lower Los Angeles River Working Group (AB 530): A virtual reconvening of the Lower LA River Working Group is being planned for Thursday Dec. 10, 2020, in coordination with the LA County Department of Public Works, the Implementation Advisory Group, Assembly speaker Anthony Rendon (63rd District) and the former working group members.

http://www.rmc.ca.gov/

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The WG guided the development of the LLARRP which describes opportunities for improving the environment and quality of life for residents, and ensures that the voices of the residents are heard as the river is reimagined and revitalized into an integral part of the community. Project updates and funding for the Lower LA River will be discussed during this highly interactive virtual reconvening.

Please register through this Zoom link:

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0tf-qsqTwsGNRmqsQPlQ0UvX9rKKx3roZe

The next Lower LA River IAG Meeting is scheduled for December 23rd, 2020 as an online meeting/conference call.

The IAG consists of the District as the chair, the RMC, the United States Army Corps of Engineers, the fifteen Lower LA River cities and the chairs of the committees. The IAG and the committees will each meet quarterly. All meeting materials and schedules will be posted on the website – www.LowerLARiver.org

Compton Creek Implementation Plan (RMC 19513) The Compton Creek Prioritization and Implementation (RMC 19513) is moving along very quickly as the group has selected the Alondra Gateway Park as the site that will be transformed into a Compton Creek adjacent park, located at the intersection of Alondra Blvd. and the Compton Creek. The project design was recently unveiled on Saturay Nov. 14 at a socially-distanced in person Community event that included the participation of the Office of Assemblymember Mike Gipson (AD 64), Councilwomen Tana McCoy, Emma Shariff and Mayor Aja Brown from the City of Compton, Studio MLA, From Lot to Spot, and Compton Advocates among other community residents. Next steps include construction documents for eventual completion of this project by June 2022. Stay tuned! This funding was provided from a 2019-2020 State budget request in the amount of $3 Million. The Working group includes the participation of local non-profit organizations and other key stakeholders including: From Lot to Spot, Los Angeles Conservation Corps, GRID Alternatives, East Yard Communities for Environmental Justice, the Office of Mayor Aja Brown-City of Compton, LA County Public Works, LA County Parks-Trails Planning Division, and the Nature Conservancy, among others. The working group meetings will continue through 2021.

https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0tf-qsqTwsGNRmqsQPlQ0UvX9rKKx3roZe

http://www.lowerlariver.org/

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The Community design event took place on Saturday November 14, 2020 in the City of Compton. Several Alondra Gateway Park supporters and residents showed their support.

Willowbrook Walking Path/Compton Creek (RMC14003): The first phase of the Willowbrook Walking Path has been completed and closed out. Due to unforeseen construction issues a second phase was approved by the RMC board in 2019 will be completed by the end of 2020 (RMC18001). Construction is currently finishing up on the project and the LACC is working with RMC staff to close out the administrative portion of the grant.

The RMC provided a grant in the amount of $300,000 to the Los Angeles Conservation Corps as part of the Willowbrook Walking Path Compton Creek extension. The LACC applied for an Urban Greening Grant through the Strategic Growth Council and was awarded the full request in the amount of $798,815. Additional matching funds were committed by other project partners including the State Coastal Conservancy and the Office of Supervisor Mark Ridley-Thomas (2nd District). Matching funds provided by the funding partners and the grant funds received by the Strategic Growth Council bring the total project cost to $1,698,815.

This project includes the creation of a ½ mile permeable walking path and 2,700 linear foot by 6-foot riprap swale constructed with river rock to capture debris and treat runoff before it enters Compton Creek between 120th streets and El Segundo Boulevard. Work began on this project in September

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2018 with grubbing of the site. The LACC continued through 2019 and early 2020 with grading and construction of a fence line, retaining wall, and landscaping as well as building a drainage swale behind the retaining wall and catch basin. Construction was completed in March 2020.

View Park and Recycled Water System Development Project, City of Signal Hill (RMC17001): The View Park and Recycled Water Development Project requested and was approved for a change in scope at the November 14, Board meeting. The grant to the City is for $2,000,000 which includes a wildlife corridor project in the City of Signal Hill that will establish a new 1.86-acre park. Due to exorbitant costs involving the recycled water lines, the city is requesting to defer the construction of the recycled water lines and instead continue with the addition of stormwater features to enhance water quality goals and provide an enhanced nature-based solution for stormwater treatment. The City is also requesting a grant agreement extension through June 2022.

San Gabriel River and Wilderness Park Restoration Downey (RMC17002) The City of Downey requested and was approved for a grant amendment in the amount of $1,148,512.00 in order to complete the wetlands portion of the park. Wilderness Park is a 26-acre park, originally opened in 1973 with 2,550 feet of frontage along the San Gabriel River. The original grant was approved by the RMC Board at the January 23, 2017 meeting in the amount of $1,660,000. That funding included installation of a new recycled water irrigation system, hydrologically connecting to the lakes, installation of an aeration system, native and drought tolerant plants, new trails and signage. The City used other funds, including Measure S, for other components of the park during this park construction.

The park is scheduled to be completed by December 31, 2020.

Long Beach Municipal Urban Stormwater Treatment (LB_MUST) Project (RMC 17009):

The Long Beach Municipal Urban Stormwater Treatment (LB-MUST) Project is underway, this grant to the City is for $2,000,000 and will improve water quality by intercepting and treating the dry weather flows and a portion of the first flush of stormwater runoff normally discharging into the Los Angeles River. The byproduct of the LB-MUST water quality treatment is recycled water which can be used to sustain proposed wetlands riparian habitat. The wetlands will be part of the total treatment train of the LB-MUST as well as function as a storage basin for the recycled water. The City requested and was approved an amendment on the grant timeline for an extension for this timeline. (July 2020).

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Los Cerritos Wetlands Planning and Restoration Project (17014): The Final PEIR for the Los Cerritos Wetlands Restoration Plan was released to the public on October 22, 2020, and can be accessed at http://intoloscerritoswetlands.org/the-lcws-eir/. A certification

hearing was scheduled for November 5, 2020, but was canceled due to technical difficulties with the LCWA’s website. The LCWA is in the process of rescheduling the hearing before the end of the

year.

This grant is to the Los Cerritos Wetlands Authority (LCWA) in the amount of $500,000. The Los Cerritos Wetlands is one of the last remaining estuarine systems in southern California, located in the Cities of Long Beach and Seal Beach. The LCWA adopted the Final Los Cerritos Wetlands Complex Conceptual Restoration Plan (CRP) in August 2015 with the next step being environmental review of the CRP. The LCWA is seeking to complete the environmental review of the CRP which is required to satisfy the California Environmental Quality Act and the National Environmental Policy Act. The CEQA approach is to complete a Programmatic EIR for the entire 500-acre property. The CEQA process was initiated on March 8, 2019 with the filing of the Notice of Preparation and Initial Study.

Fernwood Avenue Development, City of Lynwood (RMC17017) The Lynwood Park Infiltration, Restoration, and Water Quality Improvement Project is proposed to be relocated to Fernwood Avenue and State Street, which is an extension of the existing Lara Linear Trail in the City of Lynwood. The reason for the relocation is due to the lack of permeability at the original site near City Hall. In an effort fulfill grant requirements for the completion of the project scope of work the City identified the new site at Fernwood Ave and State Street and conducted a series of percolation tests and have submitted their results. Based on the results of the boring percolation test, the site soils are coarse-grained and have high percolation rates for infiltration systems in general. The timeline for the Fernwood Avenue Development and Water Quality Improvement Project will be extended to March 2022 from the original timeline of February 1, 2020.

Sleepy Lagoon Planning Project, Maywood (RMC 18003) The RMC provided a grant of $325,000 to the East Yards Communities for Environmental Justice (EYCEJ) for a feasibility study to develop a Sleepy Lagoon monument. The outreach, design and planning process involved a collaboration with a number of organizations and agencies including Communities for a Better Environment (CBE), La Cosecha Colectiva (the Collective Harvest) and various local homeowner associations near Maywood, Bell and surrounding cities. The grantee kicked off several community meetings beginning in Fall of 2019-2020 which were well attended and gathered input regarding the prospective monument, design ideas, and its potential location. The consultant DakeLuna has completed the feasibility study and the RMC will receive a presentation on the final design concept at the January 2021 board meeting.

Urban Orchard Project Construction (RMC 18010 / 17006): TPL submitted close-out documents for RMC17006 on April 28, 2020, and continuing to work on permitting and implementation with next phase RMC grant (RMC 18010).

The Urban Orchard Development is a multi-benefit, passive park located along the LA River and the Rio Hondo Channel confluence in the City of South Gate. The Project is an identified priority (Project 155) in the Lower LA River Revitalization Plan and is part of a larger vision to transform 30-acres ofunused, vacant land between the I-710 Freeway and the LA River into new, critically needed greeninfrastructure and an urban park, including an urban orchard and over one-mile of new riverfrontwalking and bike paths. The Phase 1 site comprises seven acres owned by the City of South Gateand will create one acre of functioning wetland habitat in a heavily developed, urban area that wouldtreat and utilize stormwater from the adjacent Bandini Channel to irrigate the park and provide thecommunity with a new greenspace. Construction is planned to start sometime in 2021.

http://intoloscerritoswetlands.org/the-lcws-eir/

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RMC provided a grant for Planning for the Urban Orchard Development grant to the Trust for Public Land is in the amount of $845,000 (RMC 17006). In May 2019, RMC provided an additional $1,387,401 for design and construction of the wetlands component for the Orchard (RMC 18010). The RMC Board approved a grant augmentation at its November meeting for the Urban Orchard Education Center in the amount of $2,172,397.

The City continues to host public workshops to receive input from the community for this project and has also received grant funds for the project implementation. The RMC previously approved a grant extension from June 30, 2019 to June 30, 2020 and reduction in project scope. This allows sufficient time to complete 100% construction drawings for the 7 acres and the stormwater management system that includes pumping water from the Bandini Channel and obtaining permits for the constructed wetland and diversion structure from the Bandini Channel.

The Community Center at DeForest Park, Conservation Corps of Long Beach (RMC 18012) In order to bring about positive changes to DeForest Park in North Long Beach, its wetlands, and the greater LLAR Region, the Conservation of Long Beach (CCLB) will develop a Master Plan for the entire DeForest Park, as well as design and install a satellite site at the DeForest Wetlands to better serve the needs of the Lower LA River while training youth as river stewards. By implementing a satellite site, CCLB will not only be able to oversee the master plan as it is carried out, but more importantly, have the resources to carry out necessary functions to sustain the health and vitality of the LLAR and its surrounding communities in the long term. During construction, the satellite site will function as a Lower LA River restoration center and crew training location. The majority of the outreach has been conducted, but public engagement was scheduled to continue throughout July 2020, which was affected by the pandemic. In addition to outreach, CCLB contracted with a geo-engineering firm to conduct soils testing at the proposed building location.

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LA River Environmental Flows Study Supplemental Analysis (RMC 18013) In Spring 2020, the So. California Coastal Wetlands Recovery Project (SCCWRP) began working on an LA River flows study model that represent proposed future uses in lower sections of the LA River, which would be affected by the amount of flow in the LA River channel. These locations include channel reaches in proximity to Ralph C. Dill Park in Paramount (restoration/channel enhancement proposed by Trout Unlimited); three Ecosystem Restoration Feasibility Study locations along Compton Creek proposed by US Army Corps of Engineers (Gonzalez Park, Raymond Street Park, and Compton HS); and the Rio Hondo Confluence Area Project (in-channel park access and restoration elements proposed by project lead LACFCD). The purpose of the Supplemental Analysis is to supplement the State Water Board funded Los Angeles River Environmental Flows Study to include a more robust analysis of the potential impacts to recreation, wildlife habitat, and water quality in the Lower Los Angeles River from reduced instream water flows resulting from increased wastewater re-use upstream. An RMC grant funds WCA’s participation in the Stakeholder group and adding third-party review of the analysis.

RMC finalized a Conservancy Agreement with Santa Monica Mountains Conservancy to move this project forward and awarded a $250,000 grant to the Watershed Conservation Authority (WCA) in April 2019. WCA entered into a contract with SCCWRP in March 2020 to perform the supplemental scope as part of Flows Study.

Lakewood Equestrian Center & Surrounding Open Space Master Plan (RMC19010)

The Lakewood Equestrian Center & Surrounding Open Space Master Plan (Master Plan) will help re-envision a 60-acre open space region of Lakewood that centers around the Lakewood Equestrian Center, and includes Rynerson Park, the San Gabriel River Trail, and Camp Fire Camp Shiwaka. The Master Plan will link these various spaces, to integrate the community’s recreational desires and needs with sustainable, long-term practices, and guide the City of Lakewood’s regional management and programs. While these facilities sit adjacent to each other, they currently lack safe and marked connections to one another. The area has the potential to entertain a multitude of recreational and educational activities, connect the local community to the outdoors, and host best management practices (BMPs) for natural resources. CCLB has continued to meet with the Technical Advisory Committee and Project Steering Committee on the design of the project. CCLB anticipates scheduling community meetings in the near future.

WATERSHED CONSERVATION AUTHORITY ACTIVITIES

GREEN Project: The GREEN project is a multipart effort by the agency to promote urban greening in the WCA/RMC territory which has included engagement and support for regional plans as well as neighborhood and site-scale opportunities. Staff continues to engage in efforts including the Watershed Area Steering Committees (WASC), and advancement of proof-of-concept for the GREEN Portal through specific improvements for the Gateway Greening Plan intended for incorporation. A request for proposals for technical assistance in development of the GREEN Portal was released in Q3-2020.

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At the site scale a contract for Duck Farm Equestrian Center design services including conceptual plan and construction drawing development has been awarded to Blue Green Consulting which received the highest scores among proposers.

The Green Regional Environmental Enhancement Network (GREEN) Project is a planning and project implementation initiative supporting watershed- based greening efforts to help support collaboration in the wider Los Angeles and Orange County area. The scope of the project includes regional data collection and assessments, identification of priority projects, and community engagement strategies culminating in the launch of an online GREEN project portal to share data and information, and to catalyze investments and positive change.

Gateway Cities and Rivers Urban Greening Master Plan: In August, WCA staff presented the Plan and website to RMC staff for feedback. WCA will re-engage with other stakeholders over the coming months prior to launch for additional buy-in.

Navigation buttons from the Gateway Cities and Rivers Urban Greening Vision Plan homepage

With a grant from the Strategic Growth Council and partner collaboration the WCA is developing a green infrastructure plan for the Gateway Cities Region. The WCA is advancing collaborative integration of regional efforts as staff continues to engage in compatible regional planning

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initiatives—including the work of the AB530 Lower LA River Working Group. Together with the RMC- funded GREEN Project the plan is organized as an interactive web platform positioned to facilitate coordination, planning efforts, and funding for greening projects across the Gateway Cities and beyond.

South Gate Habitat Restoration Project/Parque dos Rios: The project team has reassembled and a notice to remobilize has been sent by the Conservation Corps of Long Beach (General Contractor) to their subcontractors. Infrastructure work should be completed by end of December, with Corps work in January and February 2021.

The project had been de-mobilized since Spring-Summer 2020 related initially to awaiting permit amendment approval for LA County Flood Control District and then later due to COVID-19 stay at home orders throughout the nation. The interpretive signs have since been completed and are awaiting delivery to the general contractor, the Conservation Corps of Long Beach.

Parque Dos Rios is a 7.8-acre site situated along the Lower Los Angeles River (LLAR) at the confluence with the Rio Hondo in the City of South Gate. The project will create a bike stop amenity for the LLAR trail, with overlook, shade structure, seating and interpretive graphics. The land will be planted with natives and a raptor perch installed.

VI. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM K

Report from PATH

Age Range Male Female Transgender/ Gender Non Conforming Unknown/ Refused

November '20

YTD (July'20 - June '21)

0 - 17 (Minors) 0 0 0 0 0 218 - 24 (Youth) 1 0 0 0 1 1525 - 64 (Adults) 35 6 0 0 41 36665 + (Older Adults) 4 0 0 1 4 36Total: 40 6 0 1 46 419

Categories November '20 YTD (July'20 - June '21) Services Linked [4]

November '20


Veteran 1 9 Alcohol & Drug Use TX 0 5

Domestic Violence 4 59 CBEST referral 0 5

Mental Illness 16 144 Crisis & Bridge Housing referral 3 85

Alcohol/ Drug Use 14 120 Direct Transportation 4 69

Chronic Health Condition 10 124 Employment referral 0 3

HIV/ AIDS 0 2 Housing Search apps 10 51

Chronically Homeless [3] 8 110 ID/ DL Voucher 25 65

Developmental Disability 6 53 LA-HOP tickets 36 292

Physical Disability 11 102 Legal Services referrals 1 3

Total Categories: 70 723 Mental Health referrals 1 14Motel/ Hotel Vouchers given 7 29

Race/ Ethnicity September '20 YTD (July' 19 - Jun '20)

Primary & Health Care 3 20

White 7 114 Sober living referral 0 4

Black/ African American 4 37 Ride Share (Uber/ Lyft) 9 148

Hispanic/ Latino 29 207 Bus Pass 0 2Asian 1 3 Total: 312US Indian/ Alaska Native 0 9Hawaiian/ Pacific Islander 1 2

Multiple Races 0 9

Unknown/ Refused 7 34Total 49 415

July 2020 through June 2021

November '20

Please note that information is tracked as it becomes available. Many clients are initially unwilling to share personal info.

https://www.hycinc.org/

6 9810 513 852 33

63 211

49 458

557 5998

40 210

50 260

696 6926 [5]

Total number linked to Crisis & Bridge Housing Total number permanently housed

November '20


Total

Unduplicated Contacts

Total Services Provided

Total:

HousingCoordinated Entry System (CES) Assessments Completed


Connected to a case management/housing Nav

November '20Contacts

Total number of community meeting attended

Total number of businesses contacted

[1] Unduplicated Contacts: indicates the number of new unique people that our outreach team has contacted.[2] Total interactions: The number of contacts that our outreach team has made (includes multiple contacts with participants). [3] Chronic Homelessness: The person has lived in a place not meant for human habitation, safe haven, or emergency shelter for 1 year or a total of 12 months over the course of 3 years and the head of household has adisabling condition.[4] Services Linked: outreach has connected the individual to this service.[5] Total Contacts: The monthly & YTD number include the following data (total interactions, total number ofbusinesses contacted, and total number of community meetings attended).[6] Percentage of YTD unduplicated contacts with a mental illness or substance abuse disorder.[7] All referrals for services only count those attained[8] Age, Category, and Race/Ethnicity only refers to those newly outreached during the stated period[9] Total number of community meetings attended includes all homeless meetings attended by PATH staff working

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NarrativeLCA 1:

This month, one Outreach team member who had been on leave returned early November. The Outreach team is conducting outreach 3 times a week and continue to conduct case management. Housing Navigation services continue with the assistance of outreach staff and administrative staff while management identify and hire a Housing Navigator. This month HYC was able to house 2 Housing Navigation clients and assisted with security deposit, 1st month's rent and furniture assistance.

Bell:MDT continued to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled. Outreach conducted on 11/05, 11/18We responded to (0) LA-HOP requests from Bell.

Bell Gardens: MDT continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the weekMDT continued to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled. Outreach conducted on 11/05, 11/182 participants were matched to permanent supportive housing resourcesMDT/DHS/DPH/LAHSA/DMH participated in collaborative outreach to conduct COVID testing at encampmentsWe responded to (2) LA-HOP requests from Bell Gardens.

Commerce: MDT continued to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled. Outreach conducted on 11/18We responded to (1) LA-HOP reqeuests from Commerce.

Cudahy: MDT continue to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled.Outreach conducted on 11/10We responded to (0) LA-HOP requests from Cudahy.

East Los Angeles: MDT conducts outreach and continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the week Outreach conducted on 11/04, 11/05, 11/12 & 11/19 Joint Outreach with LAHSA & PATHMDT continued to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled.MDT/DHS/DPH/LAHSA/DMH participated in weekly collaborative outreach to conduct COVID testing at encampments.We responded to (4) LA-HOP requests from East LA.

Narrative, continued

Huntington Park: MDT conducted weekly ongoing follow up appointment for intensive case management on a weekly basisMDY continued to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled. Outreach conducted on 11/10We responded to (2) LA-HOP requests from Huntington Park.

Maywood:MDT continued to follow up with weekly referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed.Outreach conducted on 11/04, 11/10Continue to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled. We responded to (0) LA-HOP requests from Maywood.

VernonMDT continued to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled. We responded to (0) LA-HOP requests from Vernon.

South Gate: MDT continued to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled.Outreach conducted on 11/05,11/17Pregnant participant delivered baby safely and was able to maintain custody of the child; participant also went to substance use treatment with babyMDT/DHS/DPH/LAHSA/DMH participated in weekly collaborative outreach to conduct COVID testing at encampments.We responded to (2) LA-HOP requests from South Gate.


LCA 2:AB 210 Training*LAHSA Basics Webinar for onboarding Staff*Trauma Informed Care in the Time of COVID*Updated CDC Guidelines on COVID19 for Shelter/Frontline Staff*Annual Sexual Harassment Training for Frontline Staff*Annual Mandated Reporting for Social Services Workers*

La Mirada: MDT conducts weekly to bi-monthly outreach and continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the week WFD outreached to clients at local parkWFD working to refer clients to PRKMDT continues to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled.We responded to (2) LA-HOP requests from La Mirada.

Montebello: MDT conducts weekly to bi-monthly outreach and continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the week MDT continues to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled. 11/3/2020: Going out to encampments and driving to voting centers11/12/2020: Collaboration with Veterans Affairs of San Gabriel to outreach with clients10/15/2020: City State of HomelessnessWe responded to (1) LA-HOP requests from Montebello.

Pico Rivera:MDT conducts weekly outreach and continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the week MDT continues to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled. Assessing and referring eligible clients to Project Roomkey Sites in SPA 7Working with client from the city of Pico Rivera and are in various PRK sites across the SPA to try to move them into long term supportive housing units 11/3/2020: Going out to encampments and driving to voting centers11/10/2020 : Integrated Community Health Coalition for Homelessness MeetingWe responded to (0) LA-HOP requests from Pico.


Santa Fe Springs: MDT conducts weekly outreach and continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the weekMDT/DHS/DPH/LAHSA/DMH participated in collaborative outreach to conduct COVID testing at encampmentsMDT continues to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled.WFD still assessing and referring eligbile clients to PRK11/3/2020: Going out to encampments and driving to voting centersLong term MDT participants, mom and daughter, obtained permanent housing We responded to (4) LA-HOP requests from Santa Fe Springs.

Whittier:

MDT conducts weekly outreach multiple times per week and continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the weekMDT/DHS/DPH/LAHSA/DMH participated in collaborative outreach to conduct COVID testing at encampments10/27/2020: Flex Vote Center at Whittier First Day10/27/2020: Memorial service for former First Day Staff Maria Alcala10/30/2020: Luncheon with Congresswoman Linda Sanchez (Zoom)11/08/2020: Homes For Whittier MeetingWeekly SPA 7 Care Coordination (Zoom Meeting) (Thursday 1:00pm-2:30 pm)Weekly SPA 7 Leadership Call (Thursdays 2:30pm)Weekly LAHSA Executive Leadership Call (Fridays 4:00 pm) Collaboration with Rio Hondo Human Services Department and Homeless Service Provider MeetingWe responded to (1) LA-HOP requests from Whittier.


LCA 3:

Artesia: KBC staff conducted outreach as needed despite COVID setbacksArtesia PRK closed; most clients moved to Saddleback PRK in Norwalk.MDT outreaches Bi-monthly and continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the week. MDT continues to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduledWe responded to (0) LA-HOP requests from Artesia.

BellflowerConducted active outreach despite COVID setbacks.Increased amount of homelessness prevention referrals due to income changes related to COVID-19.Specific outreach conducted related to most vulnerable neighbors with mental health concerns -DMH, LAHSA and KCB. Local churches have continued food banks and emergency resources, many collaborating with KCB to provide resources to our homeless neighbors.Challenge-Difficulty working with landlords due to COVID-19. Many landlords think it is illegal to give 3 day notices, which is a requirement for our city specific rental assistance program. This delays our ability to provide assistance.KCB and its collaborative church partners are working with another ministry to try and offer mobile showers and re-open Breakfast and Showers. Plans are set to begin again in December.KCB hired a new Housing Navigator.Wednesdays- Collaborative outreach with DMH for Bellflower Public Safety’s Priority List 8:00am-12:00pm (Manny and Javvy attend).11/10/2020- Referring Partners Case Conferencing for New Hope Shelter- KCB, City Net, and New Hope Staff 2:00-4:00 PM (Marley, Naomi,Manny, Jose, Javvy attended).11/10/2020 Caring Connections Zoom with BUSD 7:30am (Ashley attended).11/18/2020- LCA 3&4 Case Conferencing via Zoom 1:30-3:00 PM (Manny hosts, Marley attends).11/19/2020 Bellflower Ministerial Association meeting 10:00am Encounter Church (Todd and Becky attend).MDT continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the week. Continue to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduledMDT/DHS/DPH/LAHSA/DMH participated in collaborative outreach to conduct COVID testing at encampmentsMDT participant received social security number (she forgot it and MDT was able to write a letter on her behalf); now participant can move forward obtaining vital documents towards housingWe responded to (1) LA-HOP requests from Bellflower.


Cerritos: KCB Outreach staff conducted outreach as needed despite COVID setbacks.Weekly MDT canvasses and continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the week.MDT continues to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduledMDT participant with acute mental health agreed to meet with FSP after many months of refusal We responded to (0) LA-HOP requests from Cerritos.

Compton: KCB Outreach staff conducted outreach as needed despite COVID setbacks.Compton had (8) LA-HOP requests.

Lynwood: Conducted active outreach despite COVID setbacks.KCB outreached a family homeless in Lynwood; challenge- they were denied by the local FRC. Outreach is continuing and KCB is trying to connect them to Hopics or TWC. Still no improvement,HN is trying to connect to Hopics.Lynwood had (0) LA-HOP requests.

Paramount:Conducted active outreach despite COVID setbacks.Increased amount of homelessness prevention referrals due to income changes related to COVID-19. KCB worked alongside the City of Paramount to provide referrals for their CARES Act Rental and Mortgage Assistance Program. Challenge-Difficulty working with landlords due to COVID-19. Many landlords think it is illegal to give 3 day notices, which is a requirement for our city specific rental assistance program. This delays our ability to provide assistance. Possible partnership to disburse motel funding to neighbors in process.11/4/2020 Organizations and Advocacy Meeting with the City of Paramount 10:00am (Ashley and Becky Attended)Paramount had (1) LA-HOP requests.

Norwalk:MDT canvasses once a week and continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the week. Continue to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled. MDT/DHS/DMH/LAHSA/DPH participated in collaborative outreach focused on COVID testingMDT participant was accepted into FSPConducted active outreach despite COVID setbacks.Challenge-Difficulty working with landlords due to COVID-19. Many landlords think it is illegal to give 3 day notices, which is a requirement for our city specific rental assistance program. This delays our ability to provide assistance.Increased resources overall:Norwalk 7 vouchers opened back up, interviews have begun.Mainstream voucher program pending, but approved to move forward.11/4/2020- Norwalk Homeless Task Force Monthly Meeting from 9:00 - 11:00 AM (Manny attended)11/18/2020- YCES Care Coordination Meeting via Zoom (Naomi attended).We responded to (4) LA-HOP requests from Norwalk.

NarrativeLCA 3 ContinuedDowney: MDT canvasses once a week and continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the week. Continue to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled. MDT/DHS/DMH/LAHSA/DPH participated in collaborative outreach focused on COVID testingMDT medical team provided services to pregnant participantMDT participant was linked to Bellflower Shelter We responded to (1) LA-HOP requests from Downey.

LCA 4:

Lakewood: MDT canvasses once a week and continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the week. Continue to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled. We responded to (0) LA-HOP requests from Lakewood.

Hawaiian Gardens:MDT once a week and continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the week. MDT provides outreach services every Tuesday at Way Out Ministries. Continue to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled. We responded to (0) LA-HOP requests from Hawaiian Gardens.

Signal HillMDT canvasses once a week and continues to follow up with referrals, appointments, and any outreach services needed throughout the week. MDT/DHS/DPH/LAHSA/DMH participated in collaborative outreach to conduct COVID testing at encampmentsContinue to respond to LA-HOP requests as needed and regularly scheduled. SPA 7 Adults Matcher attends weekly PRK site demobilization calls with LAHSA and coordinating site organization, Salvation Army. We responded to (0) LA-HOP requests from Signal Hill.

VI. CONSENT CALENDAR

ITEM L Cap and Trade Report

TO: Board of Directors FROM: Nancy Pfeffer, Executive Director Stephanie Cadena, Assistant Planner SUBJECT: Cap-and-Trade Update AB 617 Update In October 2020 the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) posted the Draft Community Emissions Reduction Plan (CERP) for the Southeast Los Angeles (SELA) Community, for public comment. As a participating member of the Community Steering Committee (CSC), COG staff reviewed the draft CERP and submitted comments for AQMD’s consideration. Staff comments were in regard to the draft strategies, policies, actions and metrics around the community-identified identified air quality priorities:

• Truck traffic and freeways • Rail yards and locomotives • Green spaces • Metal processing facilities • General industrial facilities

The CSC met for its last meeting of 2020 on November 19th to review the latest revisions to the Draft CERP. The Draft CERP will be presented to the AQMD Board in early December for adoption. The CSC will continue to meet in 2021 on a quarterly basis. Gateway Cities and Rivers Urban Greening Master Plan In 2015 the Watershed Conservation Authority (WCA) in partnership with the COG and North East Trees, a local nonprofit, began the development of the Gateway Cities and Rivers Urban Greening Master Plan (Plan). The project proposed to identify ways to expand, develop and enhance greenways, parks, open space, and green infrastructure along the river corridors and throughout the urban community. The project received grant funding in the amount of $500,000 from Proposition 84 funding from the Urban Greening Planning Grant Program through the Strategic Growth Council, with an additional $250,000 match in in-kind services from the both the COG and North East Trees each. The Plan is now in the final stages of completion and accepting feedback through January 15, 2021. At the November 18, 2020 Joint Meeting of the COG’s Planning Directors and Public Works Officers, WCA staff presented on the Plan’s proposed strategies and funding opportunities for implementing green, multi-benefit projects within the region. The Plan will be brought before the COG Board and the WCA Board in early 2021 for adoption. Recommended Action Receive and file this report. Attachments

- Staff Comment Letter for the Draft CERP for the AB 617 SELA Community - Gateway Cities and Rivers Urban Greening Plan Factsheet

http://www.aqmd.gov/nav/about/initiatives/community-efforts/environmental-justice/ab617-134/southeast-los-angeles/cerp-archive

http://www.aqmd.gov/nav/about/initiatives/community-efforts/environmental-justice/ab617-134/southeast-los-angeles/cerp-archive

https://www.wca.ca.gov/gateway_cities_and_rivers_urban_greening



November 6, 2020

Gina Triviso, Senior Public Information Specialist Office of Legislative, Public Affairs & Media South Coast Air Quality Management District 21865 Copley Drive Diamond Bar, CA 91765

STAFF COMMENT LETTER FOR THE DRAFT COMMUNITY EMISSION REDUCTION PLAN (CERP) FOR THE AB 617 SOUTHEAST LOS ANGELES

(SELA) COMMUNITY Dear Ms. Triviso: The Gateway Cities Council of Governments (Gateway Cities COG) thanks the South Coast Air Quality Management District (AQMD) staff for their important work in developing the draft Southeast Los Angeles (SELA) Community Emissions Reduction Plan (CERP) through Assembly AB 617. Gateway Cities COG staff is grateful for the opportunity to participate in the SELA Community Steering Committee (CSC) as a representative for six of its 27-member jurisdictions, which include all of the SELA community jurisdictions of Bell, Bell Gardens, Cudahy, Huntington Park, South Gate, and unincorporated areas of the County such as Florence-Firestone. Based on our review of the draft CERP document, we respectfully offer the following staff comments and questions in the matrix below, by chapters:

Chapter 5b: Trucks and Freeways Action Comments/Questions C. CARB to collaborate with South Coast AQMD to conduct quarterly enforcement sweeps, evaluate findings, seek input from the CSC, and report back to CSC periodically.

As this action relates to enforcement, consider bringing these reports to the CARB Community Pollution Enforcement Workgroup (to be established per Chapter 5b, Action A).

E. Continue development of the Warehouse Indirect Source Rule (ISR)

For programs where CARB and AQMD are not jointly responsible

S O U T H E A S T L O S A N G E L E S C O U N T Y

Artesia

Avalon

Bell

Bellflower

Bell Gardens

Cerritos

Commerce

Compton

Cudahy

Downey

Hawaiian Gardens

Huntington Park

Industry

La Mirada

Lakewood

Long Beach

Lynwood

Maywood

Montebello

Norwalk

Paramount

Pico Rivera

Santa Fe Springs

Signal Hill

South Gate

Vernon

Whittier

County of Los Angeles

Port of Long Beach

16401 Paramount Boulevard · Paramount, California 90723 · phone (562) 663-6850 fax (562) 634-8216

www.gatewaycog.org

http://www.gatewaycog.org/

South Coast Air Quality Management District

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to reduce emission from large warehouses and fulfillment centers and inform CSC members about Warehouse ISR working group meetings and provide warehouse information to the CSC.

entities, such as for this action, how will they collaborate or coordinate?

H. Identify freeway projects (e.g., freeway expansion projects) within the community that are circulated to South Coast AQMD for review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).

Clarify the meaning, purpose, and accomplishments of including this action. What freeway projects are there in the SELA community besides CA-91, I-5 and I-710?

I. Conduct air monitoring in the community to support implementation of truck emission reduction strategies and help track concentration trends of key indicator pollutants of truck emissions; and help to assess the impact of truck emissions on community exposure

How will this be further defined? Will the CSC and public have opportunities for input? What will be the governing committee or body for this action?

Chapter 5c: Rendering Facilities

Action Comments/Questions E. Explore the development of an odor event notification system, for schools and sensitive receptors.

Add “number of notification systems installed for schools and sensitive receptors” as a metric.

Chapter 5d: Green Spaces Action Comments/Questions A. Collaborate with land-use, state and local agencies, and non-profit organizations to develop a list of low-VOC and drought tolerant trees.

Consider additional metrics, such as number of agencies identified, potential for tree plantings in the SELA community, and/or number of trees identified. As a follow-up action, consider also “planting” low-VOC and drought tolerant trees.

C. Collaborate with nonprofits, local and regional agencies to provide letters of support and air quality information for

Include “reporting of funding opportunities to the CSC and local agencies” as a metric or deliverable.


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urban greening funding opportunities, including maintenance.

Chapter 5e: Metal Processing Facilities

Action Comments/Questions A. Conduct an informational workshop for the public regarding various types of metal processing facilities in their neighborhood highlighting current and future South Coast AQMD regulatory efforts.

Include “number of participants” as a metric.

E. Conduct air monitoring to help identify elevated levels of air toxic metals and support efforts to identify potential sources of emissions.

Include “reporting of elevated levels of air toxic metals to the CSC” to the metrics.

Thank you again for the opportunity to review and provide comments on the Draft CERP for the SELA community. We would like to channel all communications in regards to this comment letter to Gateway Cities COG staff Stephanie Cadena at [email protected] or (562) 663-6850.

Sincerely,

Nancy Pfeffer, Executive Director Gateway Cities Council of Governments


WHO WE ARE: WATERSHED CONSERVATION AUTHORITY

By Connecting Communities Through Nature the WCA seeks to: • Protect open space for people and wildlife • Support water conservation and ecosystem improvement • Inspire environmental stewardship in diverse communities and among recreational users • Expand public access to existing and new recreation opportunities

Established in 2003, the Watershed Conservation Authority (WCA) is a local government agency, exercising the joint powers of the San Gabriel and Lower Los Angeles Rivers and Mountains Conservancy (RMC) and the Los Angeles County Flood Control District. The WCA serves communities in Los Angeles County and North Orange County regions through the conservation and preservation of open space and through the improvement of access to parks and trails.

PROJECT: GATEWAY GREENING PLAN

The Watershed Conservation Authority in partnership with North East Trees—and as part of its vision of “Connecting Communities Through Nature”—is developing a visionary urban greening master plan for the Gateway Cities and Lower LA and San Gabriel Rivers.

The Gateway Greening Plan seeks to expand, develop, and enhance greenways, parks, and open space both along our river corridors and throughout our urban communities. The plan will—incorporating existing plans and public input—identify opportunities for parks, trails, water conservation and capture, living streets, tree cover, habitat, and interpretation and wayfinding within 26 cities and unincorporated areas that make up the Gateway Cities in the central and lower LA basin.

Contact: Johnathan Perisho, Project Manager | Watershed Conservation Authority | [email protected] | 626.815.1019 ext 105

GATEWAY CITIES AND RIVERS URBAN GREENING PLAN

Goals of the Gateway Greening Plan

From Gray to GreenIdentify project opportunities for parks, open space, greenways, green infrastructure, and living streets.

Catalyzing ChangeDevelop visionary imagery, concept designs, and urban greening toolkits to inspire and engage communities and funders to realize positive change.

Spurring InvestmentIdentify implementation strategies and funding opportunities for county, cities, and community members to promote attention and investment to implement greening vision to improve quality of life and watershed health.

Find Us Online: wca.ca.govLike WCA on Facebook!

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GATEWAY GREENING PLANGateway Cities and Rivers Urban Greening Master Plan

Identify Project Opportunities:

· Parks & Open Space · Greenways · Trails & Bikeways · Green Infrastructure for Water Reliability · Complete Streets

Improve quality of life and watershed health

· Implementation Strategies· Funding Opportunities

Inspire and Engage communities and funders to implement green projects

· Guidelines · Renderings · Concept Plans

wca.ca.gov

VI. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM M

Gateway Cities COG Housing Program Report

Board of Directors Meeting Agenda December 2, 2020 TO: Board of Directors FROM: Nancy Pfeffer, Executive Director Melani Smith, Director of Regional Development SUBJECT: COG Housing Program Report Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) Grant The state’s Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD) is providing Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) funding to metropolitan planning organizations, including the Southern California Association of Governments, for projects that have a broader regional impact on housing. SCAG is providing an allocation of its REAP funding to councils of governments within its region, with 5.5% of funding allocated to the COG, or $1.3 million for a 3-year period, based on the COG’s RHNA allocation. The COG Board approved staff’s proposed work program in October, and a full application for funding was submitted to SCAG on November 19. On November 10th, the West Santa Ana Branch City Managers TAC invited staff to present and discuss REAP work program #1 with the Committee, specifically the use of parametric modelling of land use change scenarios that may underpin the development of 6th Cycle Housing Elements. City Managers in the meeting agreed that they were interested in employing a modelling tool to facilitate considering and visualizing land use changes and outcomes in WSAB station areas, and referred the matter to WSAB corridor Planning Directors for action, once the COG’s work program has been formally approved by SCAG and work can begin. Gateway Cities COG Affordable Housing Sector Outreach During November, introductory meetings were convened with:

• the nonprofit housing developer LINC Housing, in order to discuss opportunities for affordable housing development in the Gateway Cities. The firm will be invited to make a presentation to Gateway COG elected officials and planning directors in an Affordable Housing workshop in 2021.

• Nuveen, a national asset management company that operates in 12 states and manages a total of 50,000 affordable housing properties across the company. Pamela West, Senior Director, Global Real Estate, Impact Investing, currently leads Nuveen’s work in impact investing to preserve naturally occurring affordable housing (NOAH) with a focus on sustainability and affordability. Opportunities will be sought to connect local affordable housing property owners with Nuveen, in order to facilitate the preservation of NOAH in our subregion.

https://www.hcd.ca.gov/grants-funding/active-funding/reap.shtml

https://www.hcd.ca.gov/grants-funding/active-funding/reap.shtml

Board of Directors Meeting Agenda December 2, 2020 6th Cycle RHNA Appeals RHNA allocation appeals were lodged with SCAG by 51 local jurisdictions in the region, including eight Gateway Cities. COG staff will continue to monitor the status of those appeals. At the request of member jurisdictions, COG staff will also continue to monitor ongoing conversation among some Gateway, other Los Angeles County, and Orange County cities about further action that may be taken to challenge HCD’s determination of housing need in the State, in the 6th Cycle. Gateway Cities Housing Development Financial Incentives COG Economic Development Manager Gerald Caton, together with other COG staff, continues to work with members of the State legislature to further legislation in the next session, to provide financial incentives to COG member jurisdictions when housing is developed on land rezoned from commercial designations. Recommended Action Receive and file this report.

VI. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM O

Matters from the League of California Cities


TO: Gateway Cities Council of Governments Board of Directors FROM: Kristine Guerrero, Regional Public Affairs Manager, League of California

Cities [email protected] SUBJECT: League of California Cities and Los Angeles County Division December

Legislative and Advocacy Report

Local Tax and Bond Measures Election Results, November 2020. www.californiacityfinance.com/#votes.

New Mayors and Council Members Academy, January 20 & 21 or 28 & 29, 2021. Information at www.cacities.org/events

Join a League Policy Committee- The League's policy-making process allows the issues facing California cities to be debated and the organization's policy directions to be established. Over 400 city officials serve on the League's policy committees and add their collective expertise, wisdom and opinions to the policy debate that is the foundation of League policy. The committees meet four times each year, typically in January, March, June and at the Annual Conference. City officials can receive appointments to serve on a League policy committee in four different ways:

• Division Appointments: Each of the League’s 16 Divisions has two appointmentsto each of the League’s seven policy committees. These appointments comprisethe majority of a committee’s makeup, with a total of 32 members from Divisions oneach policy committee. Division appointments are usually elected mayors orcouncil members.

• Department Appointments: The League has 10 active departments (includingcity attorneys, city managers, public works, etc.) These departments make oneappointment to each policy committee. These appointments mostly add city staffexpertise to a committee, with the exception of the Mayors and Council MembersDepartment which appoints an elected official.

• Caucus Appointments: The League has five Diversity Caucuses: Latino, Asianand Pacific Islander, Women’s, LGBTQ, and African American. Each of thesecaucuses can make one appointment to each committee. If you are a member ofone of these caucuses, you can seek an appointment to a committee.

• Presidential Appointments: The League President may appoint up to 16 cityofficials to each policy committee. League presidents may bring different prioritiesfor these appointments which can include: adding city officials with expertise onimportant policy matters, enhancing diversity of viewpoints, providing opportunitiesfor new city officials to serve, and retaining the experience of long-servingmembers. When city officials are appointed to serve as committee Chairs and ViceChairs, they are considered Presidential Appointments, which may open up aDivision, Department, or Caucus slot. . The deadline to request a presidentialappointment is December 4.

For more information, please contact Kristine Guerrero, [email protected]


http://www.californiacityfinance.com/#votes

http://www.cacities.org/events

https://www.cacities.org/Resources-Documents/Policy-Advocacy-Section/Public-Affairs-and-Campaigns/LCC-Reg-Rep-Brochure-2016.aspx

https://www.cacities.org/Member-Engagement/Professional-Departments

https://www.cacities.org/Member-Engagement/Caucuses

VI. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM P

Matters from Southern California Association of Governments

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Subject: November 2020 Report

From: Sarah Patterson- SCAG Los Angeles County Regional Affairs Officer

213-236-1904, [email protected]

HIGHLIGHTS FROM THE MEETING

The 11th Annual Southern California Economic Summit is bringing together

leading voices in business, policy, planning and academia on Tuesday, Dec. 1

to develop strategies for building back a strong, inclusive Southern California

economy. Register here to attend.

ACTION

REGIONAL COUNCIL AUTHORIZES THE RELEASE OF THE DRAFT 2021 FEDERAL

TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM FOR PUBLIC REVIEW AND

COMMENT

SCAG's Regional Council voted to release the Draft 2021 Federal

Transportation Improvement Program (FTIP) and the associated

transportation conformity analysis for a 30-day public review and comment

period, which will run from Nov. 6 through Dec. 7.

Developed in partnership with state and local agencies through a bottom-up

process, the draft 2021 FTIP reflects a continued emphasis on properly

maintaining the region’s transportation system. It currently includes more

than 2,000 projects for the region, totaling nearly $35.3 billion over six years.

In addition, these projects will benefit the regional and local economies with

an estimated 104,000 direct jobs created each year. The Draft 2021 FTIP also

reflects how the region is moving forward in implementing the policies and

goals of Connect SoCal, SCAG’s long-range strategic vision for regional

transportation investments and reducing greenhouse gas emissions.

SCAG will be holding two virtual public hearings regarding the Draft 2021 FTIP

on Tuesday, Nov. 17 and Wednesday, Dec. 2. For more information visit

ftip.scag.ca.gov.

ACTION

RESOLUTION ADOPTED TO SUBMIT THE SCAG 2020 TITLE VI PROGRAM FOR

STATE AND FEDERAL REVIEW

SCAG's Regional Council voted to approve the SCAG 2020 Title VI Program.

Title VI of the Civil Rights Act prohibits discrimination based on race, color or

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national origin in programs or activities receiving federal financial assistance. Throughout its history,

SCAG’s policy has been to not discriminate against any person with respect to a SCAG program or

service. This commitment is incorporated into all of SCAG’s operations and activities including public

outreach efforts which aim to engage all segments of the population in the transportation planning

process. Key components of the SCAG 2020 Title VI Program include the Language Assistance Program

for limited English proficient populations, Public Participation Plan, subrecipient monitoring procedures

and SCAG’s new, ad hoc Special Committee on Equity and Social Justice. For more information visit

scag.ca.gov.

INFORMATION

WADE CROWFOOT SPEAKS ON CALIFORNIA CLIMATE VULNERABILITIES, ADAPTATION STRATEGIES AND

OPPORTUNITIES

Wade Crowfoot, California Secretary for Natural Resources with the California Natural Resources

Agency, presented to the Regional Council on California’s climate vulnerabilities and opportunities to

enlist the state’s natural and working lands in the fight against climate change. Crowfoot confirmed that

climate change mitigation and adaptation planning have become more pressing with each passing year

as the region experiences extreme health, safety and economic impacts from intensified wildfires, inland

flooding and mudslides from torrential rainstorms, coastal flooding exacerbated by sea-level rise, and

intensified urban heat island effects from unusually high temperatures. California has committed to

pursuing innovative actions, strategies and partnerships to maximize the full climate benefits of soils

management, wetlands restoration, active forest management and green infrastructure. The California

Natural Resources Agency leads and coordinates California’s climate adaptation and natural resources

policies, and supports more than 26 distinct departments, conservancies, and commissions as it leads

efforts to steward California’s natural environment.

INFORMATION

SCAG RELEASES THE SOCAL CLIMATE ADAPTATION PLANNING GUIDE

SCAG staff shared with Regional Council the recently published the SoCal Climate Adaptation Planning

Guide, which helps the region’s jurisdictions improve resilience to climate-related stressors such as

extreme heat, wildfire, drought, flooding, heavy precipitation and sea-level rise. The SoCal Climate

Adaptation Planning Guide addresses existing vulnerabilities through the lens of land use and

transportation and provides implementation tools for local jurisdictions to adapt to climate change. It

also includes tools for stakeholders to more effectively communicate about climate stressors and

identify opportunities for the region’s land use pattern and transportation system to be more adaptable,

resilient and respond to hazards relating to a changing climate.

NEWS FROM THE PRESIDENT

SCAG RECOGNIZES OUTGOING REGIONAL COUNCIL AND COMMITTEE MEMBERS

SCAG President Rex Richardson recognized and thanked the outgoing board and committee members

for their service.

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Outgoing Regional Council members include Immediate Past President Bill Jahn, City of Big Bear Lake;

Mayor Rusty Bailey, City of Riverside; Councilmember Steve Nagel, City of Fountain Valley;

Councilmember Jeanine Pearce, City of Long Beach; Councilmember Charles E. “Chuck” Puckett, City of

Tustin; Mayor Miguel Pulido, City of Santa Ana; Councilmember Meghan Sahli-Wells, City of Culver City;

Councilmember Lyn Semeta, City of Huntington Beach; and Councilmember Herb Wesson, City of Los

Angeles.

Outgoing committee members include Councilmember Emily Gabel-Luddy, City of Burbank;

Councilmember Toni Momberger, City of Redlands; Councilmember Greg Morena, City of Santa Monica;

Councilmember James Osborne, City of Lawndale; Councilmember Thomas A. Small, City of Culver City;

Councilmember Joseph Tessari, City of Eastvale; and Councilmember Bonnie Wright, City of Hemet.

SCAG HOSTS HOUSING PRODUCTION ROUNDTABLE

In response to President Richardson’s 2020-2021 Work Plan: A Framework for Recovering and

Reimagining a Resilient Region, SCAG hosted the first of three virtual roundtable meetings to discuss

ways the region can accelerate housing production for households of all income levels.

A primary goal of these meetings is to equip local governments and subregional entities with the tools

they need to ensure that Local Early Action Planning and Regional Early Action Planning dollars are

deployed in a manner that addresses local needs, advances regional priorities and fosters innovation

and collaboration. This first meeting involved 36 local government practitioners, including seven

representing our subregional partners. The facilitated discussion by Richard France of Estolano

Associates explored how subregional partnerships can help meet our region’s diverse housing needs.

The meeting featured several speakers from across the state who are exploring cross-jurisdictional

partnerships to meet shared housing goals. SCAG also invited representatives from five jurisdictions to

share best practices, gather feedback, and discuss housing priorities for their communities.

Find more information about President Richardson’s goals to support housing production, preservation

and protection in the full work plan at scag.ca.gov.

NEWS FROM THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR

REGISTER FOR SCAG’S 11TH ANNUAL SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ECONOMIC SUMMIT

On Tuesday, Dec. 1, SCAG will host the Southern California Economic Summit virtually for the first time

in its 11-year history. Join civic and business leaders from across Southern California for this vital

conversation centered around “Charting an Inclusive Regional Recovery.”

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, Southern California’s cities, families and cornerstone industries

have all been seismically impacted and face enormous challenges on the road to recovery. Leading

voices in business, industry, planning and academia will join the conversation in panel and roundtable

discussions to help define strategies for building back a strong, inclusive Southern California economy.

General admission tickets are $50. The ticket fee may be waived for elected officials and city managers

of SCAG’s member jurisdictions – reserve your seat today. Register here.

https://scag.wufoo.com/forms/mp8ntj5011wfu4/?utm_source=SCAG+Community&utm_campaign=06a23e5b69-ES20_2020_11_10&utm_medium=email&utm_term=0_d8c0406cae-06a23e5b69-1301169510

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6TH CYCLE RHNA APPEALS PROCESS UPDATE

The window for cities to appeal their draft Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA) allocation closed

on Oct. 26. A total of more than 50 appeals were filed by local jurisdictions. Following the Regional

Council’s adoption of Connect SoCal in its entirety on Sept. 3, SCAG distributed the draft allocations to

local jurisdictions on Sept. 4. The appeals process follows steps laid out in the adopted RHNA Appeals

Procedures. All appeals received by SCAG have been posted at scag.ca.gov/housing.

Local jurisdictions and the State Department of Housing and Community Department may now provide

comments on the appeals submitted to SCAG. Comments should be sent to [email protected] before

5 p.m. on Thursday, Dec. 10.

SCAG staff will contact the jurisdictions that filed or are subject to appeals to share the date of their

RHNA Appeals Hearings. The hearings are scheduled to take place between Dec. 11, 2020, and Jan. 10,

2021, but may also be extended until Feb. 9, 2021, if necessary. For questions or comments about

RHNA, please contact [email protected].

SCAG RECEIVES $1.25 MILLION GRANT FOR GO HUMAN  PROGRAMS

Earlier this year, SCAG was awarded a $1.25 million grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety to

fund continued work through Go Human, SCAG’s regional active transportation safety and

encouragement program. The new grant kicked off on Oct. 1 and will help fund Go Human activities

through Sept. 30, 2021, including:

• Go Human’s Community Safety Ambassador Cohort Program, a participatory and experiential

planning and leadership series.

• Resilient Streets Strategies, which implements street activations that address safety and

resiliency in response to the pandemic.

• Safety Mini-Grants, which fund local projects led by community-based organizations.

• Sub-Regional Safety Peer Exchange Program, a series of community-informed virtual sessions for

stakeholders and practitioners addressing traffic safety.

• Co-Branded Safety Advertisements, print and digital graphics provided at no cost to jurisdictions

who have committed to the Go Human  Safety Pledge.

To strategically shape these programs in alignment with local community needs, and in response to the

impacts of the pandemic, Go Human held a Community Listening session on Oct. 19 to provide the

public with an opportunity to give their input. More than 27 representatives from across the region

provided feedback, which has directly informed upcoming strategies. Go Human will continue to

facilitate similar listening sessions in the future. Please visit the Go Human webpage for details on future

activities and events.

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UPCOMING MEETINGS

November

• 17th Legislative/Communications & Membership Committee

• 19th Environmental Justice Working Group

• 24th Transportation Conformity Working Group

• 25th Modeling Task Force

December

• 2nd Executive Administration Committee

• 15th Legislative/Communications & Membership Committee

• 17th Public Health, Sustainable Communities & Climate Adaptation Working Groups

• 24th Transportation Conformity Working Group

VI. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM R

Matters from South Coast AQMD & CARB

South Coast AQMD Program Announcement

For

Heavy-Duty Diesel Trucks

Under the Proposition 1B - Goods Movement Emission Reduction Program

The South Coast Air Quality Management District (South Coast AQMD) is pleased to announce the

availability of funds from the Proposition 1B - Goods Movement Emission Reduction Program (hereafter

“Program”). The Program is administered by a partnership between the California Air Resources Board

(CARB) and local air agencies to reduce air pollution emissions and health risk from freight movement

along California’s trade corridors. Projects funded under this Program must achieve early or extra

emission reductions not otherwise required by law or regulation. Program funding will be available until

a sufficient number of eligible and complete applications have been received, and all Program funds are

fully committed through executed contracts.

This Program Announcement is seeking applications for heavy-duty diesel truck projects, including the

six project options identified below. Please note funding is also available for electric charging stations,

hydrogen fueling units, and truck stop electrification infrastructure. About $50 million in funding is

available for this solicitation.

WHO: The following may apply for funding through this solicitation:

1. Owner of an on-road, heavy-duty diesel truck with a manufacturer’s gross vehicle

weight rating (GVWR) of 16,001 lbs. or greater (Class 5, 6, 7 or 8 truck) used to move

goods as part of a sales transaction for a majority of the time,

2. Any entity who plans to own and operate the Program-funded electrification

infrastructure at a truck stop, rail yard or other freight facility, with agreement from the

site owner, including any entity who plans to own and operate an electric charging

station or hydrogen fueling unit.

WHAT: There are six project options available as part of this solicitation.

1. Truck Replacement

2. Truck Engine Repower (Small Fleet Only)

3. Three-Way Truck Transaction

4. Two-for-One Truck Replacement

5. Electrification Infrastructure at a Truck Stop, Rail Yard or Other Facility

6. Electric Charging Stations or Hydrogen Fueling Units

Equipment specifications for each of these project options can be found in Appendix A of the 2015

Program Guidelines at: https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/our-work/programs/proposition-1b-goods-

movement-emission-reduction-program

HOW: The application forms with instructions are attached to this Program Announcement (PA).

For guidance on which application forms are required for your project type, please see

Section VII of this PA. A copy of the application forms can be found at:

http://www.aqmd.gov/Prop1B

WHERE: Three (3) copies of a completed application (with all required supporting documents

and signatures) must be submitted via mail delivery, or in person to:

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https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/our-work/programs/proposition-1b-goods-movement-emission-reduction-program

https://ww2.arb.ca.gov/our-work/programs/proposition-1b-goods-movement-emission-reduction-program


South Coast AQMD Program Announcement

For

Heavy-Duty Diesel Trucks

Under the Proposition 1B - Goods Movement Emission Reduction Program

PA2021-03

South Coast Air Quality Management District 21865 Copley Dr.

Diamond Bar, CA 91765 Page 2 of 19


21865 Copley Dr., Diamond Bar, CA 91765

Attn: Procurement NOTE: Facsimile or email submittals will not be accepted.

WHEN: This solicitation will open on November 6, 2020 and will close on April 30, 2021 at

1pm.

Schedule:

Solicitation Opens November 6, 2020 (and will close on April 30, 2021,

at 1 pm)

Anticipated:

South Coast AQMD Evaluation Period November 2020 to June 2021

South Coast AQMD to Issue Contracts February 2021 to June 2021

Operational Deadline Please refer to the Proposition 1B: Goods Movement

Emission Reduction Program Operational Deadlines

for Year 5 Truck Projects, posted at:


For general information or questions about the South Coast AQMD Proposition 1B – Goods Movement

Emission Reduction Program, please contact:

Fan Xu, Air Quality Specialist (909) 396-2347


VI. CONSENT CALENDARITEM U

Matters from the Port of Long Beach

TO: Gateway Cities Council of Governments Board of Directors

FROM: Port of Long Beach

SUBJECT: December 2020 Report

Background

Community Grants Program Survey The Port of Long Beach has released a survey to gather public input on funding priorities for the Community Grants Program in 2022 through 2024.

Feedback from the survey, available in English and in Spanish, will directly inform staff’s recommendation for 2022 funding to the Long Beach Board of Harbor Commissioners. It will also help assist the Port’s longer term planning in future years.

This survey will close on Thursday, December 10, 2020. Two virtual workshops were held on November 12 and 17 for the public to influence funding priorities.

For more information on the Community Grants Program and the different project categories or to watch the recorded workshops, please visit www.polb.com/grants.

Virtual Photography Program In collaboration with the Arts Council for Long Beach, the Port of Long Beach has launched PhotoWorks, a free, online workshop for those who would like to hone their photography skills under the guidance of professional photographers. The program runs from November 2020 through March 2021, with a workshop and keynote speaker each month, and will take place online in a Facebook group hosted by the Port and the Arts Council.

This new virtual workshop series will take the place of the 2020 PhotoProgram, which was canceled due to the coronavirus pandemic. The program will consist of five educational workshops taught by photography professionals, a special keynote speaker series, photography activities and homework, and the chance to win prizes from Tuttle’s Camera in Long Beach.

Participants at all levels will have the opportunity to connect with photography professionals to improve their photography skills, learn tips and tricks and connect with other photography enthusiasts during the five-month program.

Remaining workshops include: Workshop #2: Equipment: Knowing Your Gear - Thursday, December 3rd at 6 p.m. Workshop #3: Lighting: Knowing Your Light Source - Thursday, January 7th at 6 p.m.

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https://es.surveymonkey.com/r/6NWTF8B

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http://www.polb.com/grants

http://www.polb.com/grants

Workshop #4: Editing: Knowing Your Software - Thursday, February 4th at 6 p.m. Workshop #5: Career Panel: Knowing Your Profession - Thursday, March 4th at 6 p.m. Join the Facebook group at www.facebook.com/groups/polbphotoworks . Port Hits Cargo Milestone Amid Pandemic The Port of Long Beach achieved yet another single-month record in October by processing more than 800,000 cargo containers for the first time in its 109-year history. Dockworkers and terminal operators moved 806,603 twenty-foot equivalent units in October and broke the “best month” record set in September 2020 by more than 11,000 TEUs. Trade was up 17.2% from October 2019. The surge in cargo comes as retailers continue to prepare for the holiday shopping season, a rise in e-commerce and an increased demand for gardening equipment, pet supplies and musical instruments. The Port had 94 container ship calls in October, 18 of which were unscheduled vessels that made up for voyages canceled earlier this year. October’s figures mark the third time in 2020 that the Port has broken an all-time record for cargo movements within a single month. In July 2020, the Port processed 753,081 TEUs, surpassing the previous single-month record set in June 2018 by nearly 900 TEUs. The record fell a second time in September 2020, when the Port processed 795,580 TEUs. October 2020 surpassed the previous month’s mark by 1.4%. Imports jumped 19.4% last month compared to October 2019 with 402,408 TEUs, while exports were down 12.9% to 114,679 TEUs. Empty containers headed back overseas grew 31.8% to 289,517 TEUs. The Port has moved 6,513,908 TEUs during the first 10 months of 2020, 2.3% up from the same period in 2019. Recommended Action Receive and file.

http://www.facebook.com/groups/polbphotoworks

http://www.facebook.com/groups/polbphotoworks

VI. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM V

Metro Report


TO: Board of Directors FROM: Mark Dierking, Community Relations Manager – Gateway/South Bay Local

Government & External Affairs SUBJECT: Metro Report

Background Eastside Transit Corridor Phase 2 Project - Metro will be reaching out to corridor cities in the next few weeks to begin to discuss Station Design and alignment configuration within their jurisdiction in anticipation of completing 15% preliminary engineering studies that will be used to prepare the Draft Environmental Impact Report. West Santa Ana Branch - Major Milestone completion - Metro has submitted the administrative draft of the environmental document to the FTA on November 20th. There will be three rounds of review by the FTA with 30 to 45-day turnaround during each draft. Recommended Action Receive and file report.

VI. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM W

Agreement for Consulting Services by and Between Gateway Cities Council of

Governments and the City of Signal Hill for Implementation of the Gateway Cities

Innovation Plan

Board of Directors Meeting Agenda December 2, 2020 TO: Board of Directors FROM: Nancy Pfeffer, Executive Director, COG BY: Gilbert Saldate, Homelessness Program Manager SUBJECT: Gateway Cities Council of Governments Professional Services Agreement

with City of Signal Hill for Implementation of the Gateway Cities Innovation Plan

Background Gateway Cities Council of Government will work regionally to support Gateway Cities in their goal to end homelessness. On November 12, 2019, the Board unanimously approved the framework described in the October 28, 2019 LA County Chief Executive Office – Homeless Initiative (CEO-HI) Board Memo and allocated $6 million in Measure H funds to be routed through Council of Governments (COGs) to enable cities to support activities that align with the approved Homeless Initiative Action Plan to Prevent and Combat Homelessness. In addition, the Board authorized the CEO-HI to execute and/or amend COG contracts to implement the Innovation Framework. The GCCOG will receive $2,057,235 in Innovation Funds. On September 2, 2020, the COG Board approved the Innovations Plan and Budget. Issue From this Board approved Plan and Budget, $360,372 was set aside for cities to apply to fund pilot projects that would assist cities in predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of multifamily, residential live-work, rental housing that is affordable to extremely low-, very low-, low-, or moderate-income households including Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and other strategies. All proposals would be reviewed by the Homelessness TAC. A Request for Proposal was sent out to all cities on 9/16/2020. City of Signal Hill was the only proposal submitted, for $150,000 to help prepare sites for redevelopment with housing. The Homelessness TAC on 10/21/2020 agreed to award funding not to exceed $200,000 for Signal Hill’s project. Innovation funds provided to the City of Signal Hill pilot project will assist in pre-development activities at two sites to identify and address site constraints due to soils conditions, oil field activities, and/or geotechnical status. The City would like to have these sites shovel-ready to deliver 239 units of extremely low, very low, and low income housing to decrease and prevent homelessness. The City’s goal is to conduct as many activities related to shovel ready site preparation of the two sites as possible. The City will use the available funds, plus other grant funds the

Board of Directors Meeting Agenda December 2, 2020 City has procured, as well as other sources of City funding, to fund the proposed activities. The Innovation Funds will contribute to the completion of Phase I and II soils analysis and preparation of a Human Health Risk Assessment to be reviewed by the State. In addition, due to the fact that Signal Hill resides on an active oil field, some or all of the following activities will be required:

• Well discovery, leak testing, surveys, preparation of Well Abandonment Reports (WARs) and Equivalency Standard Assessment Reports (ESARs) for analysis by the City’s contract consultants;

• Abandonment, or re-abandonment, of oil and gas wells; and • Removal of tank farms and associated oil field equipment.

The City also has an identified Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Study Area which crosses the City in a diagonal band from north to south. In order to assess where and how housing can be situated on each site the following analysis and reports will be necessary:

• On site trenching; • Preparation and review of a Fault Report; • Preparation of a Geotechnical Report; and • Preparation of analysis for the CEQA document.

City of Signal Hill will implement these activities 12/2/2020 - 6/30/2020. Additional Information The following is offered for the Board’s information, but is not related to the requested contract approval. Because the County Innovation funds must be expended by June 30, 2021, the remaining pilot project funds were allocated to the following efforts. County Homeless Initiative staff have approved these funding allocations.

1. Consultant (one-time contract; to be identified): Affordable housing and shelter cost case studies and GCCOG housing website (resource hub). Studies would be made available via a new GCCOG website for elected officials, city planners, and other city staff to gain a better understanding of the costs of building affordable housing, shelters, and operations. $50,000

2. COG Director of Regional Development: Affordable Housing-related planning and education. $20,843

3. Rental assistance, eviction prevention or move-in assistance for Gateway Cities residents who are homeless or facing eviction, these funds to be administered through PATH. $89,529

Recommendation Approve the contract between City of Signal Hill and Gateway Cities COG. Contract not

Board of Directors Meeting Agenda December 2, 2020 to exceed $200,000. Attachments City of Signal Hill Contract.

AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTING SERVICES BY AND BETWEEN

GATEWAY CITIES COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS AND

THE CITY OF SIGNAL HILL FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THE GATEWAY CITIES INNOVATION PLAN

THIS AGREEMENT FOR CONSULTING SERVICES (“Agreement”) is made and entered into as of December 2, 2020, by and between the Gateway Cities Council of Governments, a joint powers authority organized and existing pursuant to the laws of the State of California (“Agency”) and CITY OF SIGNAL a California Municipal corporation (“Consultant”). In consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions set forth herein, the parties agree as follows:

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W I T N E S S E T H: WHEREAS, Agency requires the professional services of a qualified consultant in connection with providing the services described herein below; and WHEREAS, Consultant represents that Consultant is qualified and willing to perform the professional services required herein; and WHEREAS, Agency and Consultant desire to enter into this Agreement to set forth their rights, duties, and liabilities in connection with the performance of such services. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions set forth herein and other consideration, the sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto do agree as follows: Section 1. Defined Terms. Unless the context otherwise requires, the terms defined in this Agreement shall, for all purposes of this Agreement and of any amendment hereto, have the meanings herein specified, to be equally applicable to both the singular and plural forms of any of the terms herein defined. Section 2. Term of Agreement. Subject to Section 20 of this Agreement, the term of this Agreement shall commence as of December 2, 2020, and shall terminate on June 30, 2021. This Agreement may be extended beyond the initial term for subsequent one-year periods upon the mutual written consent of the parties. Section 3. Scope of Services. Consultant agrees to perform the services set forth in Exhibit "A," "Scope of Services," attached hereto and made a part of this Agreement.

Section 4. Time of Performance. Consultant shall diligently perform the services required under this Agreement and in accordance with any schedule agreed upon by both Consultant and Agency. If Consultant falls behind schedule, it shall immediately notify Agency of the estimated delay and shall provide a written explanation of the delay if requested by Agency. Failure to commence work in a timely manner and/or diligently pursue work to completion may be grounds for termination of this Agreement. Section 5. Excusable Delays and Extension of Agreement. Neither Consultant or Agency shall be responsible for delays or lack of performance resulting from acts beyond the reasonable control of the parties. Such acts include, but are not limited to, acts of God, the public enemy, fire, floods, epidemics, quarantine restrictions, strikes, material shortages, compliance with laws or regulations, riots, acts of war, or any other conditions beyond the reasonable control of a party. If work is delayed at any time as a result of any of such acts, or by reason of a suspension order by Agency, or because of any other act of Agency or neglect by Agency, then Consultant shall be entitled to an extension of time to perform the work equivalent to the time actually lost by such delay. Section 6. Non-Exclusive Agreement. Consultant acknowledges that Agency may enter into agreements with other consultants for services similar to the services that are subject to this Agreement or may have its own employees perform services similar to those services. Section 7. Compensation and Method of Payment. Agency agrees to pay Consultant in accordance with Exhibit “B,” Compensation and Method of Payment,” attached hereto and made a part of this Agreement.

Section 8. Representatives. The Executive Director or his or her designee shall be the representative of Agency for purposes of this Agreement and may issue all consents, approvals, directives and agreements on behalf of Agency called for by this Agreement, except as otherwise expressly provided in this Agreement. The Chief Executive Officer shall be Consultant’s representative for purposes of this Agreement and shall be authorized to issue all consents, approvals, directives and agreements on behalf of Consultant called for by this Agreement, except as otherwise expressly provided in this Agreement. Section 9. Records and Audits. Records of Consultant’s services relating to this Agreement shall be maintained in accordance with generally recognized accounting principles and shall be made available to Agency or its representative for inspection and/or audit at mutually convenient times for a period of three (3) years from the date this Agreement is terminated. Section 10. Additional Services. Consultant shall not receive compensation for any services provided outside the scope of services specified in Exhibit “A” unless Agency approves such additional services in writing prior to performance. It is specifically understood that oral requests and/or approvals of such additional services or additional compensation shall be barred and are unenforceable.

Section 11. Status of Consultant. Consultant is and shall at all times remain a wholly-independent contractor and not an officer, employee or agent of Agency. Consultant shall not obtain any rights to any benefits of any kind which accrue to Agency’s direct employees, if any. Consultant expressly waives any claim to such rights except those specifically granted herein. Section 12. Standard of Performance and Licenses. Consultant represents and warrants that it has the qualifications, experience and facilities necessary to properly perform the services required under this Agreement in a thorough, competent and professional manner. Consultant shall at all times faithfully, competently and to the best of its ability, experience and talent, perform all services described herein. In meeting its obligations under this Agreement, Consultant shall employ, at a minimum, generally accepted standards and practices utilized by persons engaged in providing services similar to those required of Consultant under this Agreement. Consultant represents and warrants to Agency that it has all licenses, permits, and approvals that are legally required to practice its profession and to provide the services hereunder. Consultant further represents and warrants that it shall keep in effect all such licenses, permits, and approvals throughout the term of this Agreement. Section 13. Conflicts of Interest. Consultant covenants that neither it nor any officer, principal, agent or employee of its firm has or shall acquire any interest, directly or indirectly, which would conflict in any manner with the interests of Agency. Consultant covenants further that neither it nor any officer, principal, agent or employee shall acquire any interest in property sold to or purchased or leased from Agency. Section 14. Indemnification. (a) Indemnification for Professional Liability. When the law establishes a professional standard of care for Consultant’s services, to the fullest extent permitted by law, Consultant shall indemnify, protect, defend and hold harmless Agency and any and all of its officials, employees and agents (“Indemnified Parties”) from and against any and all losses, liabilities, damages, costs and expenses, including attorney’s fees and costs to the extent same are caused in whole or in part by any negligent or wrongful act, error or omission of Consultant, its officers, agents, employees or subconsultants (or any entity or individual that Consultant shall bear the legal liability thereof) in the performance of professional services under this Agreement. (b) Indemnification for Other Than Professional Liability. Other than in the performance of professional services and to the full extent permitted by law, Consultant shall indemnify, protect, defend and hold harmless Agency, and any and all of its employees, officials and agents from and against any liability (including, but not limited to, liability for claims, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, administrative proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses, expenses or costs of any kind, whether actual, alleged or threatened, including attorneys fees and costs, court costs, interest, defense costs, and expert witness fees), where the same arise out of, are a consequence of, or are in any

way attributable to, in whole or in part, the performance of this Agreement by Consultant or by any individual or entity for which Consultant is legally liable, including, but not limited to, officers, agents, employees or subconsultants of Consultant. (c) General Indemnification Provisions. Consultant agrees to obtain executed indemnity agreements with provisions identical to those set forth here in this section from each and every subconsultant or any other person or entity involved by, for, with or on behalf of Consultant in the performance of this Agreement. In the event Consultant fails to obtain such indemnity obligations from others as required here, Consultant agrees to be fully responsible according to the terms of this section. Failure of Agency to monitor compliance with these requirements imposes no additional obligations on Agency and will in no way act as a waiver of any rights hereunder. This obligation to indemnify and defend Agency as set forth here is binding on the successors, assigns or heirs of Consultant and shall survive the termination of this Agreement or this section. Section 15. Insurance. Consultant shall maintain prior to the beginning of and for the duration of this Agreement insurance coverage as specified in Exhibit “C,” “Insurance Requirements,” attached hereto and made a part of this Agreement. Section 16. Nondiscrimination. Consultant shall not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual preference, age, marital status, physical handicap, or other prohibited grounds in the performance of this Agreement. Section 17. Compliance with Law. The parties agree to be bound by all federal, state, and local laws and regulations applicable to performance of this Agreement. Section 18. Assignment. The expertise and experience of Consultant are material considerations for this Agreement. Agency has an interest in the qualifications of and capability of the persons and entities who will fulfill the duties and obligations imposed upon Consultant under this Agreement. In recognition of that interest, Consultant shall not assign or transfer any portion of this Agreement or the performance of any of Consultant’s duties or obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of the Board of Directors of Agency. Any attempted assignment shall be ineffective, null and void, and shall constitute a material breach of this Agreement entitling Agency to any and all remedies at law or in equity, including summary termination of this Agreement. Section 19. Continuity of Personnel. Consultant will fulfill the obligations of this Agreement with Joel John Roberts as the account principal. Consultant acknowledges that the expertise and experience of Joel John Roberts are material considerations for this Agreement. Consultant shall make every reasonable effort to maintain the stability and continuity of Consultant's staff assigned to perform the services required under this Agreement. Consultant shall notify Agency of any changes in Consultant's staff assigned to perform the services required under this Agreement prior to any such performance.

Section 20. Termination of Agreement. Either party may terminate this Agreement, with or without cause, by giving the other party thirty (30) days written notice of termination. All property belonging to Agency, including, but not limited to, documents prepared by Consultant in the performance of this Agreement, shall be returned to Agency within (five) 5 days of Consultant’s delivery of termination notice to Agency or ten (10) days of Agency’s delivery of termination notice to Consultant. In the event of termination by either party, Consultant shall immediately cease work and shall furnish a final invoice for work performed and expense incurred by Consultant, and Agency shall pay said invoice within thirty (30) days thereof. Section 21. Miscellaneous. (a) Notices. All notices which any party is required or desires to give hereunder shall be in writing and shall be deemed given when delivered personally or three (3) days after mailing by registered or certified mail (return receipt requested) to the following address or at such other address as the parties may from time to time designate by written notice in the aforesaid manner: To Agency: Nancy Pfeffer, Executive Director Gateway Cities Council of Governments 16401 Paramount Boulevard Paramount, CA 90723

To Consultant: Hannah Shin-Heydorn, City Manager City of Signal Hill 2175 Cherry Avenue Signal Hill, CA 90755 (b) Ownership of Documents. All documents prepared by Consultant in the

performance of this Agreement shall be and remain the sole property of Agency and shall be promptly made available to Agency upon request throughout the term of this Agreement at no cost to Agency. Consultant shall deliver to Agency any plans, specifications, studies, reports, drawings or any other items or materials prepared in accordance with the required services under this Agreement to Agency no later than at the conclusion of the performance of such services by Consultant. Consultant agrees that the documents or information prepared by Consultant in the performance of this Agreement shall not be used by anyone except for in connection with the performance of services under this Agreement. Consultant also agrees that any such documents or information shall not be made available to any individual or organization without the prior consent of Agency. Agency’s use of such documents for other projects not contemplated by this Agreement, or use of incomplete documents, shall be at the sole risk of Agency and without liability or legal exposure to Consultant.

(c) Binding Effect. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of each party to this Agreement and their respective heirs, administrators, representatives, successors, and assigns. (d) Amendment. The terms and provisions of this Agreement may not be amended, modified or waived, except by an instrument in writing signed by the parties. (e) Waiver. Waiver by any party to this Agreement of any term, condition, or covenant of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other term, condition, or covenant. Waiver by any party of any breach of the provisions of this Agreement shall not constitute a waiver of any other provision nor a waiver of any subsequent breach or violation of any provision of this Agreement. Acceptance by Agency of any work or services by Consultant shall not constitute a waiver of any of the provisions of this Agreement. (f) Law to Govern; Venue. This Agreement shall be interpreted, construed and governed according to the laws of the State of California. In the event of litigation between the parties, venue in state trial courts shall lie exclusively in the County of Los Angeles. (g) No Presumption in Drafting. The parties to this Agreement agree that the general rule that an Agreement is to be interpreted against the party drafting it or causing it to be prepared shall not apply to this Agreement. (h) Time of Essence. Time is of the essence for each and every provision of this Agreement. (i) No Third Party Beneficiary Rights. This Agreement is entered into for the sole benefit of Agency and Consultant, no other parties are intended to be direct or incidental beneficiaries of this Agreement, and no third party shall have any right in, under, or to this Agreement. (j) Attorneys' Fees, Costs and Expenses. In the event litigation or other proceeding is required to enforce or interpret any provision of this Agreement, the prevailing party in such litigation or other proceeding shall be entitled to an award of reasonable attorneys’ fees, costs and expenses, in addition to any other relief to which it may be entitled. (k) Entire Agreement. This Agreement, including the attached exhibits hereto, constitutes the entire agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter hereof and supersedes all prior or contemporaneous agreements, whether written or oral, with respect thereto. (l) Severability. If any term, provision, condition or covenant of this Agreement is declared or determined by any court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remaining provisions of this Agreement shall not be affected thereby

and the Agreement shall be read and construed without the invalid, void or unenforceable provision(s). (m) Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be an original, but all of which taken together shall constitute but one and the same instrument, provided, however, that such counterparts shall have been delivered to both parties to this Agreement. (n) Corporate Authority. The persons executing this Agreement on behalf of the parties hereto warrant that they are duly authorized to execute this Agreement on behalf of said parties and that by doing so, the parties hereto are formally bound to the provisions of this Agreement. [SIGNATURES ON FOLLOWING PAGE]

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed the day and year first above written.


______________________________________ Maria Davila, President ATTEST: ___________________________ Nancy Pfeffer Secretary APPROVED AS TO FORM: ___________________________ Ivy M. Tsai Legal Counsel CITY OF SIGNAL HILL

______________________________________ Hannah Shin-Heydorn

City Manager City of Signal Hill

EXHIBIT "A"

SCOPE OF SERVICES

Statement of Work for Implementation of the Gateway Cities Innovation Plan Housing Pilot Project

City of Signal Hill

Overview

• The City of Signal Hill is committed to promoting and implementing strategies that prevent homelessness by keeping people from falling into homelessness. A critical component to prevention of homelessness is providing families and single adults with affordable housing. The requested funds will support the analysis of two sites identified for zoning and development of 239 extremely-low, very-low- and low-income housing units to prevent our most vulnerable populations from falling into homelessness.

II. Targeted Outcomes

• Analyze two sites to accommodate 239 extremely low, very low and low income housing units, pursuant to the 6th Cycle RHNA

• Analyze oil field related constraints to development

• Begin to remediate/remove constraints to development, to the extent allowable with remaining innovation funds

• Support production of shovel-ready sites to deliver extremely low, very low, and low income housing

• Project activities will be implemented from December, 2020 – June 30, 2021.

SECTION A. GRANTEE INFORMATION City Name: Signal Hill City Project Manager Name: Colleen T. Doan City Project Manager Title: Community Development Director City Project Manager Email Address: [email protected] City Project Manager Phone Number: 562-989-7340

SECTION B. PROPOSAL Please describe your city’s proposal for utilization of Innovation Funds for Housing Pilot Projects. Not to exceed one page The City of Signal Hill is committed to promoting and implementing strategies that prevent homelessness by keeping people from falling into homelessness. A critical component to prevention of homelessness is providing families and single adults with affordable housing. The requested funds will support the analysis of two sites identified for zoning and development of 239 extremely-low, very-low and low income housing to prevent our most vulnerable populations from falling into homelessness. The City is preparing its Draft 6th Cycle Housing Element which will identify development sites for the delivery of extremely low- and very low-income housing. As part of this effort and due to the City’s legacy oil field operations, the City will need to conduct various pre-development activities to identify and address site constraints due to soils conditions, oil field activities, and/or geotechnical status. The constraints analysis will include Phase I and II soils analysis and preparation of a Human Health Risk Assessment to be reviewed by the State. In addition, due to the fact that Signal Hill resides on an active oil field, some or all of the following activities will be required:

• Well discovery, leak testing, surveys, preparation of Well Abandonment Reports (WARs) and Equivalency Standard Assessment Reports (ESARs) for analysis by the City’s contract consultants;

• Abandonment, or re-abandonment, of oil and gas wells; and • Removal of tank farms and associated oil field equipment.

The City also has an identified Alquist-Priolo Earthquake Fault Study Area which crosses the City in a diagonal band from north to south. In order to assess where and how housing can be situated on each site the following analysis and reports will be necessary:

• On site trenching; • Preparation and review of a Fault Report; • Preparation of a Geotechnical Report; and • Preparation of analysis for the CEQA document.

To facilitate the various analyses, the City will utilize contract consultants.

SECTION C. ACTIVITIES Please describe the activities, performance metrics, timeline and planned outcomes for this proposal. Add additional tables as necessary

1. Housing Pilot Project: City of Signal Hill Budget: $200,000.

Key Activities Performance Metrics Timeline Planned Outcomes 1.1 Inventory of Candidate Sites

Identify two sites to accommodate 239 extremely low, very low and low income housing units, pursuant to the 6th Cycle RHNA

12/2020 - 1/2020

Identify two developable sites for extremely low, very low, and low income housing

1.2 Complete Phase I, II and Human Health Risk Assessment soils reports

Analyze oil field related constraints to development

12/2020 - 6/2021 Constraints and remediation reports

1.3 Complete oil well, soils, and methane analysis

Analyze oil field related constraints to development

11/2020 - 6/2021 Constraints and remediation reports

1.4 Complete geotechnical testing, analysis and reports

Begin to remediate/remove constraints to development, to the extent allowable with remaining innovation funds

12/2021 – 2/2029 Shovel-ready sites to deliver extremely low, very low, and low income housing

EXHIBIT “B”

COMPENSATION AND METHOD OF PAYMENT

Consultant shall receive compensation for work performed in accordance with Exhibit “A as follows:

Budget $200,000.

EXHIBIT “C”

INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS Prior to the commencement of the services to be performed under this Agreement, and throughout the term of this Agreement, Consultant will maintain insurance in conformance with the requirements set forth below. Consultant will use existing coverage to comply with these requirements. If that existing coverage does not meet the requirements set forth here, Consultant agrees to amend, supplement or endorse the existing coverage to do so. Consultant acknowledges that the insurance coverage and policy limits set forth in this section constitute the minimum amount of coverage required. Any insurance proceeds available to Agency in excess of the limits and coverage required in this Agreement and which is applicable to a given loss, will be available to Agency. Consultant shall provide the following types and amounts of insurance: 1. Commercial General Liability Insurance using Insurance Services Office

“Commercial General Liability” policy form CG 00 01 or the exact equivalent. Defense costs must be paid in addition to policy limits. There shall be no cross liability exclusion for claims or suits by one insured against another. Limits are subject to review but in no event shall be less than $1,000,000 per occurrence and $2,000,000 general aggregate.

2. Business Auto Coverage on ISO Business Auto Coverage form CA 00 01

including symbol 1 (Any Auto) or the exact equivalent. Limits are subject to review, but in no event to be less that $1,000,000 per accident. If Consultant owns no vehicles, this requirement may be satisfied by a non-owned auto endorsement to the general liability policy described above. If Consultant or Consultant’s employees will use personal autos in any way on this project, Consultant shall provide evidence of personal auto liability coverage for each such person.

3. Professional Liability or Errors and Omissions Insurance as appropriate

shall be written on a policy form coverage specifically designed to protect against acts, errors or omissions of Consultant and “Covered Professional Services” as designated in the policy must specifically include the services performed under this Agreement. The policy limit shall be no less than $1,000,000 per claim and in the aggregate. The policy must “pay on behalf of” the insured and must include a provision establishing the insurer’s duty to defend. The policy retroactive date shall be on or before the effective date of this Agreement.

4. Worker’s Compensation as required by the state of California with employer’s

liability limits no less than $1,000,000 per accident for all covered losses. However, Consultant will not be required to maintain worker’s compensation insurance if Consultant does not have any employees.

Insurance procured pursuant to these requirements shall be written by insurers that are admitted carriers in the state of California and with an A.M. Bests rating of A or better and a minimum financial size VII.

General conditions pertaining to provision of insurance coverage by Consultant. Consultant and Agency agree to the following with respect to insurance provided by Consultant:

1. Consultant agrees to have its insurer endorse the third party general liabilitycoverage required herein to include as additional insureds Agency, its officials,employees and agents, using standard ISO endorsement No. CG 2010 with anedition prior to 1992.

2. No liability insurance coverage provided to comply with this Agreement shallprohibit Consultant, or Consultant’s employees or agents, from waiving the rightof subrogation prior to a loss. Consultant agrees to waive subrogation rightsagainst Agency regardless of the applicability of any insurance proceeds.

3. None of the coverages required herein will be in compliance with theserequirements if they include any limiting endorsement of any kind that has notbeen first submitted to Agency and approved of in writing.

4. No liability policy shall contain any provision or definition that would serve toeliminate so-called “third party action over” claims, including any exclusion forbodily injury to an employee of the insured.

5. All coverage types and limits required are subject to approval, modification andadditional requirements by Agency, as the need arises. Consultant shall notmake any reductions in scope of coverage (e.g., elimination of contractual liabilityor reduction of discovery period) that may affect Agency’s protection withoutAgency’s prior written consent.

6. Proof of compliance with these insurance requirements, consisting of certificatesof insurance evidencing all of the coverages required and an additional insuredendorsement to Consultant’s general liability policy, shall be delivered to Agencyat or prior to the execution of this Agreement. In the event such proof of anyinsurance is not delivered as required, or in the event such insurance is canceledat any time and no replacement coverage is provided, Agency has the right, butnot the duty, to obtain any insurance it deems necessary to protect its interestsunder this or any other agreement and to pay the premium. Any premium so paidby Agency shall be charged to and promptly paid by Consultant or deducted fromsums due Consultant, at Agency option.

7. Consultant agrees to endorse the insurance provided pursuant to these

requirements to require 10 days notice to Agency prior to cancellation of such liability coverage or any material alteration or non-renewal of any such coverage, other than for nonpayment of premium, 30 days notice to Agency prior to any other cancellation of such liability coverage or material alteration or non-renewal of any such coverage, and to require indemnifying parties to do likewise.

8. It is acknowledged by the parties of this Agreement that all insurance coveragerequired to be provided by Consultant is intended to apply first and on a primary,non-contributing basis in relation to any other insurance or self insuranceavailable to Agency.

9. Consultant agrees not to self-insure or to use any self-insured retentions ordeductibles on any portion of the insurance required herein. If Consultant’sexisting coverage includes a deductible or self-insured retention, the deductibleor self-insured retention must be declared to Agency. At that time Agency shallreview options with Consultant, which may include reduction or elimination of thedeductible or self-insured retention, substitution of other coverage, or othersolutions.

10. Agency reserves the right at any time during the term of the contract to changethe amounts and types of insurance required by giving Consultant ninety (90)days advance written notice of such change. If such change results in substantialadditional cost to Consultant, Agency will negotiate additional compensationproportional to the increased benefit to Agency.

11. For purposes of applying insurance coverage only, this Agreement will bedeemed to have been executed immediately upon any party hereto taking anysteps that can be deemed to be in furtherance of or towards performance of thisAgreement.

12. Consultant acknowledges and agrees that any actual or alleged failure on thepart of Agency to inform Consultant of non-compliance with any insurancerequirement in no way imposes any additional obligations on Agency nor does itwaive any rights hereunder in this or any other regard.

13. Consultant will renew the required coverage annually as long as Agency, or itsemployees or agents face an exposure from operations of any type pursuant tothis Agreement. This obligation applies whether or not the Agreement is canceledor terminated for any reason. Termination of this obligation is not effective untilAgency executes a written statement to that effect.

14. Consultant shall provide proof that policies of insurance required herein expiringduring the term of this Agreement have been renewed or replaced with otherpolicies providing at least the same coverage. Proof that such coverage hasbeen ordered shall be submitted prior to expiration. A coverage binder or letterfrom Consultant’s insurance agent to this effect is acceptable. A certificate of

insurance and additional insured endorsement as required in these specifications applicable to the renewing or new coverage must be provided to Agency within five days of the expiration of the coverages.

15. The provisions of any workers’ compensation or similar act will not limit theobligations of Consultant under this Agreement. Consultant expressly agrees notto use any statutory immunity defenses under such laws with respect to Agency,its employees, officials and agents.

16. Requirements of specific coverage features or limits contained in this section arenot intended as limitations on coverage, limits or other requirements nor as awaiver of any coverage normally provided by any given policy. Specific referenceto a given coverage feature is for purposes of clarification only as it pertains to agiven issue, and is not intended by any party or insured to be limiting or all-inclusive.

17. These insurance requirements are intended to be separate and distinct from anyother provision in this Agreement and are intended by the parties here to beinterpreted as such.

18. The requirements in this Section supersede all other sections and provisions ofthis Agreement to the extent that any other section or provision conflicts with orimpairs the provisions of this Section.

19. Consultant agrees to be responsible for ensuring that no contract used by anyparty involved in any way with the project reserves the right to charge Agency orConsultant for the cost of additional insurance coverage required by thisAgreement. Any such provisions are to be deleted with reference to Agency. It isnot the intent of Agency to reimburse any third party for the cost of complyingwith these requirements. There shall be no recourse against Agency for paymentof premiums or other amounts with respect thereto.

20. Consultant agrees to provide immediate notice to Agency of any claim or lossagainst Consultant arising out of the work performed under this Agreement.Agency assumes no obligation or liability by such notice, but has the right (butnot the duty) to monitor the handling of any such claim or claims if they are likelyto involve Agency.

VII. REPORTSITEM A-1

Gateway Cities Council COG Comments on Metro Initiative on Modernizing the

Highway Program


TO: Board of Directors

FROM: Nancy Pfeffer – Executive Director

SUBJECT: Comments - Modernizing the Metro Highway Program

Background

In June of this year the Metro Board approved a Motion that suggested changes in the highway program guidelines for Measures R & M.

The Board of Directors directed Metro staff to circulate recommendations to modernize the Metro Highway Program, including broadening its mission, expanding funding eligibility, recommitting to the previously adopted Metro Complete Streets Policy, and updating performance metrics.

The Motion requested councils of governments and regional partners to review and provide feedback on the Measure R Highway Program Criteria and Measure M Guidelines, which can be found in Attachments A and B, by Monday, December 7, 2020.

There are two sets of the guidelines changes attached including “redline” versions of Metro’s proposed changes with (yellow) highlighted sections indicate language that is being removed and red sections indicate new language.

Issue

The Gateway Cities Council of Governments highway program has operated under the Measures’ defined highway project corridors. Under Measure R the COG has three highway corridors: the I-5 Corridor, the I-710 and the I-605 “Hot Spots” Interchanges. Under Measure M, the same corridors have been designated, although the I-605 “Hot Spots” Interchange Improvements is now a Multi-year Subregional Program (page 2 of measure expenditure plan) as opposed to an Expenditure Plan Major Project (page 1 of measure expenditure plan).

Metro’s goal to increase flexibility in the use of highway funds is a good one. Omitting restrictive project eligibility language will allow for more creative or technologically advanced congestion solutions. Also, we understand that local benefits may arise from a multi-modal approach to transportation planning and project implementation.

However, in revising the guidelines, it is important to maintain the integrity of freeway corridor-based plans that have been undertaken to address the well-defined articulated needs of each of the corridors. Many of the suggested guideline changes have the potential to diminish the effectiveness of individual highway


corridor projects by broadly spreading funding or allowing for the diversion of funding to other modes. We request that the Guidelines retain and recognize the existence of well-articulated corridors and maintain geographic boundaries on eligible uses of funds. We also believe that references to “Improve freeway traffic flow” (Measure R) and “Improve freeway traffic flow; reduce bottlenecks and ease traffic congestion” (Measure M) should not be removed from the Guidelines as they are fundamental to both sales tax measures.

Recommended Action

It is recommended that the Board approve the attached letter to the MTA.

Attachments

• Draft Comment Letter• MTA Recommended Revisions (includes Attachments A and B)


Draft Comment Letter

Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority One Gateway Plaza Los Angeles, CA 90012 Attn: Fanny Pan, Deputy Executive Officer

Dear Ms. Pan: Re: Modernizing the Metro Highway Program - Gateway Cities Council of

Governments Comments

The Gateway Cities Council of Governments Board of Directors is pleased to comment on Metro efforts to modernize the guidelines for the Measures R & M highway programs. Unlike other subregions, the Gateway Cities area is severely impacted by roadways (freeways and highways) that were designed in the 1950s and 1960s and do not conform to modern traffic demands or design safety standards. Furthermore, the regional and national impacts of freight movement in the Gateway Cities still need to be addressed. The Measures R & M highway program funding is extremely important to these mobility needs within the subregion. And while both measures promise substantial future transit investments in our region, most residents still need a car for basic mobility and access.

Metro’s goal to increase flexibility in the use of funds is a good one. Also, we understand that local benefits may arise from a multi-modal approach to transportation planning and project implementation. However, in revising the guidelines, it is important to maintain the integrity of freeway corridor-based plans that have been undertaken to address the needs described above. Many of the suggested guideline changes have the potential to diminish the effectiveness of highway projects by broadly spreading funding or allowing for the diversion of funding for other modes.

Both sales tax measures were “sold” in large part by promising to improve traffic congestion – this promise may be diluted with the broadening of definitions. We do believe, however, that broader, less restrictive language created by removing restrictions from eligible projects is beneficial to providing creative solutions to traffic congestion. Specific changes are addressed:

• It is not appropriate to remove the words “traffic flow” from the highwayimprovement program; this language is part of the voter-approved ordinance andthe ballot language and is a critical term. The term “Improve traffic flow” isprominent in the preambles and ballot language for both Measures R & M.

• Eliminating the funding restriction language regarding expansion of vehiclecapacity allows for the potential development of better solutions for interchangeimprovements.

• Elimination of the qualification “located generally within a one-mile corridor of anystate highway” makes funding available region-wide for virtually any mobilityinvestment. Removing the physical nexus from freeway corridors has thepotential to dilute funding that was intended to improve congestion and increasesafety associated with the highway system. This would be an example of a


change that does not maintain the integrity of freeway corridor plans. • Removal of qualifying language for interchange modifications, ramp

modifications, and safety is beneficial and may provide for more creativity indeveloping projects to address mobility issues.

• The eligibility of additional improvement projects should be limited to thegeographic parameters or boundaries of the highway corridor projects. Acoordinated bus priority or active transportation corridor that crosses or is anintegral part of a highway corridor project should be eligible.

• The projects listed below will be eligible under the new language and couldaccelerate the positive mobility impacts of corridor projects. However, if they areeligible, they should be kept within the corridor to provide mobility relief and notjust implemented anywhere.

• On-street bus priority infrastructure, including but not limited tobus lanes, signal prioritization, queue jumps, bus boardingislands/curb extensions, and bus stop improvements;

• Class I, II, Ill, or IV bikeways;• sidewalk improvements, including but not limited to widening,

shade trees, and curb ramps;• pedestrian safety improvements, including but not limited

to bulb-outs, refuge islands, midblock crossings,pedestrian signals/beacons, raisedintersections/pedestrian crossings, and scramblecrosswalks;

• transportation infrastructure in a public right-of-way thatsupports the implementation of TDM strategies.

Measure M Changes

Specific comments: • Retain the wording “enhance safety by reducing conflicts” – for subregions with

high truck volumes this is a critical goal for the highway subfund projects such asthe I-605 Hot Spots.

• Retain the wording “within one mile of a state highway; or farther than one mileas determined on a case by case basis” - maintaining the importance of ageographic nexus with highways and freeways and the integrity of the freewaycorridors being planned.

• Add the following language at the end of this sentence: Other projects could beconsidered on a case-by-case basis as long as a nexus to Highway Efficiencyand Operational Improvements can be shown, such as a measurable reduction inVehicles Miles Traveled or safety improvements.

• Retain the geographic boundary for the one-mile radius for improvements topreserve the benefit to highway safety and mobility.

• The same comments on the additional eligible projects under Measure R are alsoapplicable here; multi-modal projects should be included when they are anintegral part of the corridor or when they intersect an established highwaycorridor.


Multi-Modal Connectivity Definition Comments: • What is “new mode and access accommodation”?

Freeway Interchange Improvement Definition Comments: • Retain the one-mile from the state highway with the ability to go beyond on a

case by case basis.

If there are any questions, please call Nancy Pfeffer, GCCOG Executive Director at 562 663 6850.

Sincerely,

Maria Davila, President Gateway Cities Council of Governments

cc: Board of Directors - Gateway Cities Council of Governments

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ATTACHMENT A

RECOMMENDED REVISIONS TO MEASURE R HIGHWAY PROG� CRITERIA

Thefollowing shall replace Measure R Highway Program eligibility criteria in their entirety: I

Project Eligibility for Highway Operational Improvements and i

Ramp/Interchange Improvements

The intent of a Measure R Highway Operational Improvement is to improve multimodal efficiency, safety, equity, and sustainability along an existing State Highway corridor by reducing congestion and operational deficiencies that do not significantly expand the motor vehicle capacity of the system, or by incorporating complete streets infrastructure into the corridor, in accordance with the Board-adopted policies set forth in Metro's Complete Streets Policy, Active Transportation Strategic Plan, and First/Last Mile Strategic Plan. In addition to those eligible projects on the State Highway System, for Measure R, projects located on primary roadways, including principal arterials, minor arterials, and key collector roadways, will be considered eligible for Operational Improvements and for ramp and interchange improvements.

Examples of eligible improvement projects include: • interchange modifications;• ramp modifications;• auxiliary lanes for merging or weaving between adjacent interchanges;:• curve corrections/improve alignment;• signals and/or intersection improvements;• two-way left-tum lanes;• intersection and street widening• traffic signal upgrade/timing/synchronization, including all supporting infrastructure;• traffic surveillance;• channelization;• Park and Ride facilities;• turnouts;• shoulder widening/improvement;• safety improvements;• on-street bus priority infrastructure, including but not limited to bus lanes,

signal prioritization, queue jumps, bus boarding islands/curb extensions, and. improvements;

• Class I, II, III, or IV bikeways;• sidewalk improvements, including but not limited to widening, shade trees, and

curb ramps;• pedestrian safety improvements, including but not limited to bulb-outs,

refuge islands, midblock crossings, pedestrian signals/beacons, raisedintersections/pedestrian crossings, and scramble crosswalks;

• transportation infrastructure in a public right-of-way that supports theimplementation of TDM strategies.

Up to 20% of a subregion's Operational Improvement dollars may be used for soundwalls. Landscaping installed as a component of an operational improvement must be limited to no more than 20% of a project's budget. State of good repair, maintenance and/or stand-alone beautification projects are not eligible. Other projects could be considered on a case-by-case basis as long as a nexus to State Highway Operational Improvements can be shown, such as a measurable reduction in Vehicle Miles Traveled.

TRACKED CHANGES VERSION

RECOMMENDED REVISIONS TO MEASURE R HIGHWAY PROGRAM CRITERIA

The following shall replace Measure R Highway Program eligibility criteria in their entirety:

Project Eligibility for Highway Operational Improvements and Ramp/Interchange Improvements

The intent of a Measure R Highway Operational Improvement is to improve traffic flow in multimodal efficiency, safety, equity, and sustainability along an existing State Highway corridor by reducing congestion and operational deficiencies at spot locations that do not significantly expand the design capacity of the system and are intended to address recurrent congestion motor vehicle capacity of the system, or by incorporating complete streets infrastructure into the corridor, in accordance with the Board-adopted policies set forth in Metro’s Complete Streets Policy, Active Transportation Strategic Plan, and First/Last Mile Strategic Plan. In addition to those eligible projects on the State Highway System, for Measure R, projects located on primary roadways located generally within a one mile corridor of any State Highway, including principal arterials, minor arterials, and key collector roadways, will be considered eligible for Operational Improvements and for ramp and interchange improvements.

Examples of eligible improvement projects include: ● interchange modifications (but not to accommodate traffic volumes that are

significantly larger than the existing facilities were designed for);● ramp modifications (acceleration – deceleration/weaving);● auxiliary lanes for merging or weaving between adjacent interchanges;● curve corrections/improve alignment;● signals and/or intersection improvements;● two-way left-turn lanes;● intersection and street widening● traffic signal upgrade/timing/synchronization;● traffic surveillance;● channelization;● Park and Ride facilities;● turnouts;● shoulder widening/improvement;● safety improvements that reduce incident delay;● on-street bus priority infrastructure, including but not limited to bus lanes, signal

prioritization, queue jumps, bus boarding islands/curb extensions, and bus stopimprovements;

● Class I, II, III, or IV bikeways;● sidewalk improvements, including but not limited to widening, shade trees, and curb

ramps;● pedestrian safety improvements, including but not limited to bulb-outs, refuge islands,

midblock crossings, pedestrian signals/beacons, raised intersections/pedestriancrossings, and scramble crosswalks.

● Transportation infrastructure in a public right-of-way that supports theimplementation of TDM strategies

Up to 20% of the Arroyo Verdugo, Las Virgenes/Malibu and South Bay Subregion’s Operational Improvement dollars may be used for soundwalls and bike lanes. Landscaping installed as a component of an operational improvement must be limited to no more than 20% of a projects budget. State of good repair, maintenance and/or beautification projects are not eligible. Other projects could be considered on a case-by-case basis as long as a nexus to State Highway Operational Improvements can be shown, such as a measurable reduction in Vehicle Miles Traveled.

ATTACHMENT B

RECOMMENDED REVISIONS TO MEASURE M GUIDELINES, SECTION X MULTI-YEAR PROGRAMS (HIGHWAY SUBFUNDS)

The following shall replace subsection 'A. "Highway Efficiency and Operational : Improvements" definition: ' in its entirety.

Highway Efficiency and Operational Improvements includes those projects, which upon implementation, would improve regional mobility and system performance; enhance multimodal efficiency, safety, equity, and sustainability; improve traffic flow, trip reliability, travel times; and reduce recurring congestion, high-frequency traffic incident locations, and operational deficiencies on State Highways. Similarly, improvements which achieve these same objectives are eligible on major/minor arterials or key collector roadways. Highway subfunds are eligible for pre-construction and construction related project phases as referenced in Sections IX and X and are subject to eligibility criteria and phasing thresholds that will be developed within 6 months as part of the applicable administrative procedures. In Accordance

with the Board-adopted policies set forth in Metro's Complete Streets Policy, Active Transportation Strategic Plan, and First/Last Mile Strategic Plan, complete streets projects and project elements are eligible for highway subfunds. State of good repair, maintenance and/or stand-alone beautification projects are not eligible for Highway subfunds. Other projects could be considered on a case-by-case basis as long as a nexus to Highway Efficiency arid Operational Improvements can be shown, such as a measurable reduction in Vehicle Miles Traveled.

Examples of Eligible Projects: • System and local interchange modifications• Ramp modifications/improvements• Auxiliary lanes for merging or weaving between adjacent interchanges• Alignment/geometric design improvements• Left-tum or right-tum lanes on state highways or arterials• Intersection and street widening/improvements• New traffic signals and upgrades to existing signals, including left turn phasing, signal

synchronization, and all supporting infrastructure• Turnouts for safety purposes• Shoulder widening/improvements for enhanced operation of the roadway• Safety improvements• Freeway bypass/freeway to freeway connections providing traffic detours in case

of incidents, shutdowns or emergency evacuations I

• ExpressLanes• On-street bus priority infrastructure, including but not limited to bus lanes,

signal prioritization, queue jumps, bus boarding islands/curb extensions, andbus stop improvements

• Class I, II, III, or IV bikeways• Sidewalk improvements, including but not limited to widening, shade trees, and curb

ramps

• Pedestrian safety improvements, including but not limited to bulb-outs, refuge islands,midblock crossings, pedestrian signals/beacons, raised intersections/pedestriancrossings, and scramble crosswalks

• Transportation infrastructure in a public right-of-way that supports the implementationof TOM strategies

The following shall replace subsection 'C. "Multi-Modal Connectivity" definition{ ' in its entirety.

"Multi-modal Connectivity" definition:

Multi-modal connectivity projects include those projects, which upon implementation, would improve regional mobility and network performance; provide network connections; reduce congestion, queuing or user conflicts; enhance multimodal efficiency, safety, equity, and sustainability; encourage ridesharing; and reduce vehicle miles traveled. Project should encourage and provide multi-modal access based on existing demand and/or planned need and observed safety incidents or conflicts. Subfunds are eligible for pre-construction and construction related work phases of projects with the restrictions outlined under "Pre-Construction Activities" title under Readiness in Section IX. State of good repair, maintenance and/or stand-alone beautification projects are not eligible for Highway subfunds.

Examples of Eligible Projects: • Transportation Center expansions• Park and Ride expansions• Multi-modal access improvements• New mode and access accommodations• First/last mile infrastructure

The following shall replace subsection 'D. "Freeway Interchange Improvement" definition:' in its entirety.

"Freeway Interchange Improvements" definition:

Freeway Interchange Improvements includes those projects, which upon implementation, would improve regional mobility and system performance; enhance safety by reducing conflicts; improve traffic flow, trip reliability, and travel times; and reduce recurring congestion and operational deficiencies on State Highways. Similarly, improveme4ts on major/minor arterials or key collector roadways which achieve these same objectives are also eligible under this category. Highway subfunds are eligible for pre-construction and construction related work phases of projects with the restrictions outlined under "Pre- Construction Activities" title under Readiness in Section IX. In accordance with the Board- adopted policies set forth in Metro's Complete Streets Policy, Active Transportation Strategic

Plan, and First/Last Mile Strategic Plan, complete streets projects and project elements are eligible for highway subfunds. State ofgood repair, maintenance improvements and/or stand- alone beautification projects are not eligible for Highway subfunds.

The following shall replace subsection 'E. "Arterial Street Improvements" definition: ' in its entirety.

"Arterial Street Improvements" definition:

Arterial Street improvements include those projects, which upon implementation would improve regional mobility and system performance; enhance multimodal efficiency, safety, equity, and sustainability; improve traffic flow, trip reliability, and travel times; and reduce recurring congestion and operational deficiencies. Projects must have a nexus to a principal arterial, minor arterial or key collector roadway. The context and function ofthe roadway should be considered (i.e., serves major activity center(s), accommodates trips entciring/exiting

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the jurisdiction or subregion, serves intra-area travel) and adopted in the City's general plan. In accordance with the Board-adopted policies set forth in Metro's Complete Streets Policy, Active Transportation Strategic Plan, and First/Last Mile Strategic Plan, complete streets projects and project elements are eligible for highway subfunds. Highway subfunds are eligible for pre-construction and construction related work phases of projects with the restrictions outlined under "Pre-Construction Activities" title under Readiness in Section IX. State of good repair, maintenance improvements and/or stand-alone beautification projects are n6t eligible for Highway subfunds.

Examples of Eligible Projects: • Intersection or street widening• Two-way left-tum or right turn lanes• New traffic signals and upgrades to existing signals, including left turn phasing• Sight distance corrections/improve alignment• Turnouts• Safety improvements• On-street bus priority infrastructure, including but not limited to bus lanes, ; signal

prioritization, queue jumps, bus boarding islands/curb extensions, and bus stopimprovements

• Class I, II, Ill, or IV bikeways• Sidewalk improvements, including but not limited to widening, shade trees,; and curb

ramps• Pedestrian safety improvements, including but not limited to bulb-outs, refuge islands,

midblock crossings, pedestrian signals/beacons, raised intersections/pedestrian crossings,and scramble crosswalks

• Transportation infrastructure in a street right-of-way that supports the implementationOf TDM strategies

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RECOMMENDED REVISIONS TO MEASURE M GUIDELINES, SECTION X MULTI- YEAR PROGRAMS (HIGHWAY SUBFUNDS)

The following shall replace subsection ‘A. “Highway Efficiency and Operational Improvements” definition:’ in its entirety.

Highway Efficiency and Operational Improvements includes those projects, which upon implementation, would improve regional mobility and system performance; enhance multimodal efficiency, safety, equity, and sustainability; enhance safety by reducing conflicts; improve traffic flow, trip reliability, travel times; and reduce recurring congestion, high-frequency traffic incident locations and operational deficiencies on State Highways. Similarly, improvements which achieve these same objectives are eligible on major/minor arterials or key collector roadways within one mile of a State Highway; or farther than one mile as determined on a case by case basis. Highway subfunds are eligible for pre-construction and construction related project phases as referenced in Sections IX and X, and are subject to eligibility criteria and phasing thresholds that will be developed within 6 months as part of the applicable administrative procedures. In accordance with the Board-adopted policies set forth in Metro’s Complete Streets Policy, Active Transportation Strategic Plan, and First/Last Mile Strategic Plan, complete streets projects and project elements are eligible for highway subfunds. State of good repair, maintenance and/or stand-alone beautification projects are not eligible for Highway subfunds. Other projects could be considered on a case-by-case basis as long as a nexus to Highway Efficiency and Operational Improvements can be shown, such as a measurable reduction in Vehicles Miles Traveled.

Examples of Eligible Projects: ● System and local interchange modifications● Ramp modifications/improvements● Auxiliary lanes for merging or weaving between adjacent interchanges● Alignment/geometric design improvements● Left-turn or right-turn lanes on state highways or arterials● Intersection and street widening/improvements on a State Conventional Highway or

within one mile of a state highway, or on a major/minor arterial on a case by case basis● New traffic signals and upgrades to existing signals, including left turn phasing, signal

synchronization and all supporting infrastructure● Turnouts for safety purposes● Shoulder widening/improvements for enhanced operation of the roadway● Safety improvements that reduce incident delay● Freeway bypass/freeway to freeway connections providing traffic detours in case of

incidents, shutdowns or emergency evacuations● ExpressLanes● On-street bus priority infrastructure, including but not limited to bus lanes, signal


● Class I, II, III, or IV bikeways

● Sidewalk improvements, including but not limited to widening, shade trees, and curbramps

● Pedestrian safety improvements, including but not limited to bulb-outs, refuge islands,midblock crossings, pedestrian signals/beacons, raised intersections/pedestriancrossings, and scramble crosswalks

● Transportation infrastructure in a public right-of-way that supports the implementationof TDM strategies

The following shall replace subsection ‘C. “Multi-Modal Connectivity” definition:’ in its entirety.

“Multi‐Modal Connectivity” definition:

Multi-modal connectivity projects include those projects, which upon implementation, would improve regional mobility and network performance; provide network connections; reduce congestion, queuing or user conflicts and encourage ridesharing; enhance multimodal efficiency, safety, equity, and sustainability; and encourage ridesharing. Project should encourage and provide multi-modal access based on existing demand and/or planned need and observed safety incidents or conflicts. Subfunds are eligible for pre-construction and construction related work phases of projects with the restrictions outlined under “Pre-Construction Activities” title under Readiness in Section IX. State of good repair, maintenance and/or stand-alone beautification projects are not eligible for Highway subfunds.

Examples of Eligible Projects:

● Transportation Center expansions● Park and Ride expansions● Multi-modal access improvements● New mode and access accommodations● First/last mile infrastructure

The following shall replace subsection ‘D. “Freeway Interchange Improvement” definition:’ in its entirety.

“Freeway Interchange Improvements” definition:

Freeway Interchange Improvements includes those projects, which upon implementation, would improve regional mobility and system performance; enhance safety by reducing conflicts; improve traffic flow, trip reliability, and travel times; and reduce recurring congestion and operational deficiencies on State Highways. Similarly, improvements on major/minor arterials or key collector roadways which achieve these same objectives within one mile of the State Highway, are also eligible under this category. Highway subfunds are eligible for pre- construction and construction related work phases of projects with the restrictions outlined under “Pre-Construction Activities” title under Readiness in Section IX. In accordance with the Board- adopted policies set forth in Metro’s Complete Streets Policy, Active Transportation Strategic

Plan, and First/Last Mile Strategic Plan, complete streets projects and project elements are eligible for highway subfunds. State of good repair, maintenance improvements and/or stand- alone beautification projects are not eligible for Highway subfunds.

The following shall replace subsection ‘E. “Arterial Street Improvements” definition:’ in its entirety.

“Arterial Street Improvements” definition:

Arterial Street improvements include those projects, which upon implementation would improve regional mobility and system performance; enhance multimodal efficiency, safety, equity, and sustainability; enhance safety by reducing conflicts, improve traffic flow, trip reliability, and travel times; and reduce recurring congestion and operational deficiencies. Projects must have a nexus to a principal arterial, minor arterial or key collector roadway. The context and function of the roadway should be considered (i.e., serves major activity center(s), accommodates trips entering exiting the jurisdiction, serves intra-area travel) and adopted in the City’s general plan. In accordance with the Board-adopted policies set forth in Metro’s Complete Streets Policy, Active Transportation Strategic Plan, and First/Last Mile Strategic Plan, complete streets projects and project elements are eligible for highway subfunds. Highway subfunds are eligible for pre-construction and construction related work phases of projects with the restrictions outlined under “Pre-Construction Activities” title under Readiness in Section IX. State of good repair, maintenance improvements and/or stand-alone beautification projects are not eligible for Highway subfunds.

Examples of Eligible Projects:

● Intersection or street widening● Two-way left-turn or right turn lanes● New traffic signals and upgrades to existing signals, including left turn phasing● Sight distance corrections/improve alignment● Turnouts● Safety improvements that reduce incident delay● On-street bus priority infrastructure, including but not limited to bus lanes, signal


● Class I, II, III, or IV bikeways● Sidewalk improvements, including but not limited to widening, shade trees, and curb

ramps● Pedestrian safety improvements, including but not limited to bulb-outs, refuge islands,

midblock crossings, pedestrian signals/beacons, raised intersections/pedestriancrossings, and scramble crosswalks

● Transportation infrastructure in a public right-of-way that supports the implementationof TDM strategies

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