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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2004 02 11NOTICE AND CALL OF A SPECIAL MEETING ri hn. BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL BALDWIN PARK COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY HOUSING AND FINANCING AUTHORITY TO THE MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL, COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY, HOUSING AND FINANCING AUTHORITY AND CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting of the City Council, Community Redevelopment Agency and Housing and Financing Authority is hereby called to be held on WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004, at 6.00 P.M. at Teen Center, 15010 Badillo Street, Meeting Room A, Baldwin Park, CA 91706. Said Special Meeting shall be for the purpose of conducting business in accordance with the attached agenda. NO OTHER BUSINESS WILL BE DISCUSSED Dated: February 4, 2004 "Original Signed„ Manuel Lozano Mayor AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING 1, Kathleen R. Sessman, Deputy City Clerk, certify that I caused the Notice and Call of a Special Meeting of the Baldwin Park City Council, Community Redevelopment Agency and Housing and Financing Authority to be held on Wednesday, February 11, 2004, at 6:00 p.m., in the Teen Center, Meeting Room A, to be delivered (via email (hard copy to follow) to each Council, Agency and Authority Board Member, San Gabriel Valley Tribune, posted at two City Hall bulletin boards and at the Community Center on Wednesday, February 4, 2004. K thleen R. es man Deputy City Clerk CITY OF BALDWIN PARK SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA CITY COUNCIL COMMUNITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY HOUSING AND FINANCE AUTHORITY Please WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2004 I 6;00 P.M. Time TEEN CENTER 15010 BADILLO STREET, MEETING ROOM A BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA 91706 PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Five (5) minute speaking time limit - Cinco (5) minutes sera at limite para hablar "No action or discussion shall be taken on any item not appearing on the posted agenda, except the members of the legislative body or its staff, who may briefly respond to statements made or questions posed by persons..." (GC §54954.2) Si desea hablar acerca de cualquier tema, esta sera su oportunidad. Por favor pace adelante. Un interprets estara presente. 1. REPORTS OF OFFICERS A. CITY COUNCIL SUPPORT FOR THE CREATION OF A CITY -WIDE NATURAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN Recommendation: Direct staff to prepare a Multi- Jurisdictional Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan in compliance with the rules and regulations set forth in the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 in conjunction with the Baldwin Park Unified School District, and appoint two Councilmemhers to the Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan Committee. B. GOAL SETTING WORKSHOP 2. COUNCIL 1 STAFF REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS 3. ADJOURN NO OTHER MATTERS WILL BE DISCUSSED CERTIFICATE OF POSTING 1, Kathleen R. Sessman, Deputy City Clerk of the City of Baldwin Park, certify under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, that the foregoing agenda was posted not less than 24 hours prior to said meeting. Dated this 4th day of February, 2004. K thleen R. es an Deputy City Clerk Copies of staff deports and supporting documentation pertaining to each item on this agenda are available for public viewing and inspection at City Nall, 2"d Floor Lobby Area or at the Los Angeles County Public Library in the City of Baldwin Park. For further information regarding agenda items, please contact the office of the City Clerk at 626.960.4011, ext. 108, or via e-mail at zramirez Qbaldwinpark.con In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the Public Works Department or Risk Management at 626.960.4011. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable staff to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. (28 CFR 34.102.104 ADA TITLE II) W I Y lalJl. NUit.. AUNIUH FEB i 1 2004 Il 11 ►/ ITEM NOD. ��' ............. BALD IN rte- OF RA DWWN PARK RK AA STAFF_RF_pOF� P . A , R > V TO: Honorable Mayor and Councilmembers FROM: Kara Bouton, Assistant to the CEO DATE: February 11, 2004 SUBJECT: City Council Support for the creation of a City -wide Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan The purpose of this report is to solicit support from the honorable Mayor and City Council members for City staff members to create a city-wide natural hazard mitigation plan pursuant to the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000. BACKGROUND The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) can trace its roots to the Congressional Act of 1803. This Act was the first piece of legislation, which provided assistance to a New Hampshire town following an extensive fire. Since that time, several pieces of ad hoc legislation has been passed in response to hurricanes, earthquakes, floods and other natural disasters. In the 1960's, a disaster requiring federal response and recovery operations by the Federal Disaster Assistance Administration was established within the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Several hurricanes in the late 60's and the San Fernando Earthquake in 1971 served to focus attention on the issue of natural disasters and brought about increased legislation which was the National Flood Insurance act in 1968 and the Disaster Relief Act in 1974. In 1979, President Carter established the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) which merged many of the separate disaster related responsibilities. In March 2003, FEMA joined twenty - two other federal agencies, programs, and offices in becoming the Department of Homeland Security. This new Department brings a coordinated approach to national security, emergencies and disasters, both natural and man -made. DISCUSSION Over the past thirty (30) years there has been a significant increase in natural disasters affecting communities throughout the United States in various ways which has resulted Natural Disaster Mitigation Plan Support February 11, 2004 Paae 2 in significant monetary pay -outs by FEMA. For FEMA to avoid repetitive loss payments for recurring natural disasters, the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 requires that cities and local governments prepare and adopt a natural disaster mitigation plan by November 1, 2004 in order for local governments, cities, property owners, residents, and businesses owners to receive FEMA funding. When completed, the Plan will include extensive resources and information to assist City residents, public and private sector organizations and others interested in participating and planning for natural hazards. The plan will provide a list of activities that may assist the City in reducing risk and preventing loss from future natural hazard events, which include earthquakes, flooding, and windstorms. A detailed community profile will also be included which assesses all aspects of the community. Community participation is also a highly emphasized, integral part of the process. Since the Baldwin Park Unified School District is also required to prepare a plan, staff is proposing to work with the Baldwin Park Unified School District in developing a multi- jurisdictional plan which will serve the needs of both the City and School District. Since the multi jurisdictional plan cannot be completed by a single staff person, staff is recommending forming a committee comprised of representatives from Community Development, Police, Public Works, Administration, and Finance as well as Kaiser Permanente, the Chamber of Commerce, Valley County Water District, one member from each of the City Commission's (staff will contact Commissioners for availability), two Councilmembers as well as representatives from the school board and district staff. FINANCIAL IMPACT If the City fails to adopt a Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan, there will be significant financial and economic consequences to residents, property owners, business owners, and the City. The Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 states that the failure of local governments to comply with this law will result in the loss of pre and post - disaster federal funding. To meet the compliance standards set for this plan, considerable staff time will need to be devoted to this project. It is anticipated that the respective departments will absorb these costs. RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that the City Council direct staff to: 1) Prepare a Multi - Jurisdictional Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan in compliance with the rules and regulations set forth in the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 in conjunction with the Baldwin Park Unified School District and 2) Appoint two Councilmembers to the Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan Committee. C,tAmylAMI tWORDINatural Disaster MitigationSReportslNatural Disaster Mitigation CC bvy- in.doc CITY COUNCIL AGENDA FEB -1 ? 20004 ITEM 6 1 !# >. CITY OF BALDWIN PARK,._ MEMORANDUM BAI.BWIN VA•R'K TO: Mayor and City Council FROM: Dayle Keller, Chief Executive Officer DATE: February 5, 2004 SUBJECT: City Council Goal Setting The City Council has scheduled its next Goal Setting Session for Wednesday, February 11, 2004, at 6:00 p.m. at the Teen Center. Attached is a list of those items brought up at the last Goal Setting Session on January 7. You will note that three of the eight proposed focus areas were discussed. Those included Financial Stability, Council /Staff Relations, and City Beautification. In addition City Clerk Kathryn Tizcareno brought up areas related to voter outreach. The original list of focus areas is also attached along with space for participants to list their priorities under each one. It is staff's desire to get through as many of the focus areas as possible, and hopefully all of them. Staff will also be prepared to discuss a possible mission statement with the Council if Council would like to allocate time for that purpose. If you have any questions or comments before the meeting, please do not hesitate to let me know. C: Maria Contreras, City Treasurer Kathryn Tizcareno, City Clerk E-Team Stephanie Scher, City Attorney r-nnr CTlKlr S ��� A�i- f JANUARY 7, 2004 FINANCIAL STABILITY Ties with economic development. Contingency Plan Back Citipac Initiative Finding ways to make money, i.e. 1. Telephone 2. Credit Cards Reporting Mechanism — Monthly updates • (Early Warning) • Public have access • Report last year pie charts IN During crisis, frequent reports Library Bring back Library funding report Monitor all Taxes — Audits ■ Cell phones? Hotels — length of stay COUNCIUSTAFF RELATIONS Following up on requests or interim response Council request log Retreat — Council /Manager or more E -Team — Define -- Look at Code Mission Statement Tailor responses to individual Councilmembers T r ust be.hueen Council. and Staff.. More awareness of day -to -day — more awareness of cultural differences Spend more time on streets talking to residents /businesses Familiarity with City — sections Be Proud of Baldwin Park! VOTER OUTREACH Increase turnout Binder Update web site - inform public on voting sites. Civic participation (values) CITY BEAUTIFICATION Trash — sofas, refrigerators, etc. Code Enforcement — strengthen • Prosecution -- attorneys • Apartment Buildings • Why does it work in other cities but not here This has got to be the year to clean up! Neighborhood Pride Days Month — Day out of the month for pick up — Waste Management Freeway Task Force — resume 0 Continue creativity Public Art /Buses - Look for other opportunities, i.e. city -owned billboards, muralists Hooters Billboard — send letter Rental property owners workshop coming up 2117104. T'l"1© TH17,EGC CYC.0.!'1 *4zo V 1- 1 1 1 1 L.L. L...I\L I\ W I V L.. FINANCIAL STABILITY m 2. 3. COUNCILISTAFF RELATIONS 7 2, 3. CITY BEAUTIFICATION 1. 2. 3. ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT R 2. HOUSING 1. 2. 3, CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS 1. 2. 3. PUBLIC SAFETY I. 2. 3. RECREATION & SOCIAL SERVICES 2. 3. xNam CITY OF BALDWIN PARK MISSION STATEMENT To anticipate the needs of its residents and identify the means to provide services and resources; financial or otherwise that enhances and preserves the quality of life of a thriving community. Or To respond to the ever changing needs of our community and its residents; and to ensure their financial and personal security through guided quality growth, innovation, and the efficient use of resources. Core Values: ■ Disseminate Timely and Accurate Information to Our Residents ■ Encourage Citizen Participation ■ Balance Development that Promote A Healthy Quality of Life yet Promotes Economic Stability ■ Promote a Stable Living Environment with Proactive Social, Recreational and Safety Programs ■ Create and sustain a Community of Choice through an adequate, affordable housing stock and maintained infrastructure ■ A Stable, Ethical, Selfless, and Responsible City Leadership