PUBLIC HEARING SET
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It was moved by Councilmember Cole, seconded by Councilmember Lyon, to approve all items on the Consent Calendar, including the remainder of the projects listed in Item 11, and with the exception of Items 3 and 10. (Motion unanimously approved) (Absent: Councilmember Madison)
MOTION:
May 18, 2026, 6:00 p.m. – Approval of the Annual Action Plan (2026) and Related Funding Applications for the Community Development Block Grant, Home Investment Partnership Act, and Emergency Solutions Grant Programs
CONSENT ITEMS
DISCUSSED
SEPARATELY
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council:
Councilmember Madison arrived at 7:20 p.m.
Find that the recommended actions in the agenda report are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act ("CEQA") pursuant to State CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), the "Common Sense" exemption that CEQA only applies to projects that may have an effect on the environment;
Grant the recommended contract an exemption from the Competitive Selection process pursuant to Pasadena Municipal Code Section 4.08.049(B) contracts for which the City's best interests are served; and
Authorize the City Manager to approve no-cost amendments to the subject contract including durational extensions and necessary change orders.
Authorize the City Manager to enter into a contract without competitive bidding pursuant to City Charter Section 1002(H), contracts with other governmental entities or their contractors, with Motorola Solutions Inc., for the purchase of radio equipment, parts, and accessories, in an amount not-to-exceed $3,530,000 through July 24, 2029;
The following individuals expressed opposition to the proposed contract, as well as concerns relating to surveillance and immigration enforcement:
Councilmember Cole expressed concerns regarding Motorola's position in law enforcement communication systems limiting competition in the market, the difficulty of switching to another provider, and potential ethical concerns in the procurement processes.
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