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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014 02 19 CC MIN MINUTES BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 19, 2014, 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBER - 14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, 91706 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Lozano at 7:05 p.m. INVOCATION The invocation was provided by Paul from Victory Outreach. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Dan Arrighi. ROLL CALL The following members of the City Council were present: Council Member Cruz Baca Council Member Susan Rubio Mayor Pro Tem Ricardo Pacheco Mayor Manuel Lozano Council Members absent: Council Member Monica Garcia (It was noted during roll that Councilmember Garcia would join the meeting online at about 8:OOp.m) ANNOUNCEMENTS None. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS • Presentation from Manager for MCM Construction to provide an update on the I- 10 and 1-605 projects. Dave Clarisse introduced the presentation. City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 2/19/14 Unnamed contractor gave an update on the bridge that is being constructed. She provided various views of the bridge, and specified the dimension of the bridge. She noted that this is a sixty-six million dollar project, which will be finished in the Fall 2015. She noted that the benefits of the bridge connector are to improve traffic flow and provide for a smoother motorist entry. She provided methods for communication about the project through Facebook, leaflets, and an Internet website. Mayor Pro Tern Ricardo Pacheco stated that this is a great project, and asked where the overpass would end on the 1-10 going east. Second contractor noted that the bridge would go over the Ethel Street Bridge. He also clarified that the power lines have already been raised. Unnamed resident asked why the bridge is only one lane instead of two. Contractor noted that Caltrans study indicated only one lane was needed. Council Member Rubio thanked the contractors for their good communication. Council Member Baca asked when the freeways would be closed. Contractor answered that the freeways would not be closed during the day. • Presentation about Drought Situation by the following Water Agencies: o Upper San Gabriel Valley Municipal Water District o San Gabriel Valley Water Company o Valley County Water District o Valley View Mutual Water District Representative from the Municipal Water District emphasized that Southern California, particularly the San Gabriel Valley, is not in a state of crisis with regards to water supply like other parts of the state thanks to the planning of water agencies. He noted that prices in the water market are very high. He explained that locally, the City receives about eighteen and a half inches of water, but that there is currently a deficit. He explained how the agency uses the Colorado River, and Hoover Damn for water supply. He asked for help to get the message out for steady water conservation, and announced that they are applying for the SoCal Water Conservation Challenge. Dan Arrighi, President of the San Gabriel Valley Water Company, stated that Baldwin Park's water conservation program is not mandatory, and asked customers to continue to conserve water, and participate in water rebate programs. Council Member Rubio thanked Mr. Arrighi for helping schools. Page 2 of 13 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 2/19/14 Council Member Baca asked whether there is a better time to use water. Mr. Arrighi stated that early morning or late afternoon is the best time. Linda, Staff Member from Valley County Water District, introduced the members of the Board of Directors in attendance. She announced that there would be a board meeting to discuss conservation messaging for the constituents, and a water smart software program to educated constituents. She noted projects being implemented to bring water conservation programs to schools, and to notify customers about water conservation. She stated that there is a water conservation garden that is coming to life, and encouraged constituents to speak with the Valley County Water District, about proper water-friendly vegetation. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Luna stated that three minutes is not long enough to speak. He stated that Caltrans does not do a good job with cleanup, he was upset about tax money used, and stated that the City needs water barrels. Julian Casas, head boxing coach at Morgan Park spoke about the fact that Baldwin Park boxing coaches have the lowest salaries in the area. Paul Eslina, youth minister of Victory Outreach, thanked the Mayor and Council Member Baca for attending their event. He spoke about the various projects that Victory Outreach is involved with. Derek Villavicencio stated that he is a student who has benefited from boxing programs, and that he is in support of better salaries for boxing coaches. Oscar Fuentes stated that he supports Mr. Casas and Mr. Rosales so that they receive a higher salary. Angel Rodriguez stated that he supports better salaries for boxing coaches. Rene Huerta stated that he has known Mr. Casas since he was nineteen (19). Bruno Pacina stated that Mr. Casas helps change young individuals for the better. Julian Castro, Mr. Casas' father stated that the salaries for coaches are unbalanced. Jose thanked Mr. Casas because he is helping him work for a professional boxing career. Manuel Carrera stated that he supports better salaries for coaches. Page 3 of 13 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 2/19/14 Alejandro Vera spoke about the memories he has built with Mr. Casas, and the way that Mr. Casas has helped him personally. Christian Flores thanked the Council for keeping the boxing program. He also spoke about the impact Mr. Casas has made on him personally. Luis Bricerno stated that he would like to thank Mr. Casas for everything he has done for him. Abel Vasquez stated that Mr. Casas' salary is not fair. Gonzalo Vasquez stated that Mr. Casas' salary is not fair. Michael Guillen stated that Mr. Casas is a great coach, and that he deserves better pay. Manuel Garcia thanked Mr. Casas for his service and spoke of the importance of Mr. Casas' influence on his life. Eric Garcia thanked the Council for the boxing program and stated that Mr. Casas has supported him. He noted that Mr. Casas has dedicated fourteen (14) years to the boxing club and deserves a better salary. Larry Ybarra stated that Mr. Casas is a good mentor, and has been positively touched by Mr. Casas. Paul Cook stated that he supports Mr. Casas and Mr. Rosales because the salaries are shameful. Thomas Kerry stated that individuals with a college degree should be paid higher salaries. He also stated that low-income projects in downtown Baldwin Park are not viable, and that the new highway should be two (2) lanes. Mariana Lake thanked the Upper San Gabriel Valley, San Gabriel Valley, and Valley Co Water District for their presentation. She also noted some issues with the increased cost of services to use the park. Margarita Vargas thanked the Council for the traffic signal on La Rica and Los Angeles St., Baldwin Park, and Ohio Street. Martha Trellis asked that prayer invocations not be directed towards one specific religion. She voiced support for Manny Carrillo, and asked that students not be told what to say at Public Hearing. Alfonso Contreras stated that he would like to thank everyone who gave a presentation, and noted the complexity of Water Entities. Page 4 of 13 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 2/19/14 Rafael Gonzalez, manager of the Baldwin Park Library, announced that the Baldwin Park Library would be open in the middle of June 2014. He also thanked Mr. Carrillo for his work, and noted that information should not be one-sided. John Rios spoke about the unviability of the apartment project from last week. He commended the police department for their work, and asked for speed bumps on Fairgrove. Mr. Tuttle spoke about the San Gabriel project, and the fact that apartments are being crammed. He also voiced concerns about traffic studies. Mayor Pro Tem Pacheco stated that Mr. Carrillo does not receive the salary stated on the sheets available, he stated that Mr. Carrillo does have a degree, and that the salaries for coaches are being raised. Mayor Lozano stated that Mr. Carrillo's salary was fabricated, and that the youth were misinformed. Council Member Rubio asked Mr. Carrillo to share his educational background. Mr. Carrillo shared his educational background. Council Member Cruz Baca stated that individuals are protected by law to speak during Public Comment. CONSENT CALENDAR (Items 1 through 10) Mayor Pro Tem Pacheco asked to pull Item Nos. 6 and 8 from the Consent Calendar. Council Member Garcia asked to pull Item No. 10 from the Consent Calendar. Mayor Lozano clarified that Item No. 4. needed to be corrected. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried with no objections, to approve Item Nos. 1 through 4, 7, 9, and 11 on the Consent Calendar. 1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS Staff recommended City Council ratify the attached Warrants and Demands. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to ratify the Warrants and Demands Register. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Page 5 of 13 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 2/19/14 2. TREASURER'S REPORT: DECEMBER 2013 Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the December 2013 Treasurer's Report. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to receive and file the December 2013 Treasurer's Report. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 3. AUTHORIZE A CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR THE DESIGN OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS AT LOS ANGELES STREET/LA RICA AVENUE AND BALDWIN PARK BOULEVARD/ OHIO STREET INTERSECTIONS Staff recommends that the City Council: 1. Authorize the Mayor to sign consultant agreement to complete the Traffic Signal Plans, Specifications, and prepare the bid package in an amount not to exceed $17,750; and 2. Authorize the appropriation of$350,000 of Prop C funds so there is funding available for construction. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 4. PROPOSED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH SHAMA CURIAN, HUMAN RESOURCES MANAGER It is recommended that the City Council approve and authorize the City Attorney to enter into the proposed employment agreement with Shama Curian, for services as the Human Resources Manager. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to approve and authorize the agreement. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Page 6 of 13 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 2/19/14 5. SECOND READING AND ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE NO. 1363 AN ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 5 OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH LOW IMPACT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS It is recommended the City Council waive further reading, read by title only and adopt on second reading Ordinance No. 1363, "An Ordinance amending Title 5 of the City of Baldwin Park Municipal Code to establish Low Impact Development Standards" waive further reading. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to waive further reading and approve and adopt Ordinance No. 1363 "An Ordinance Amending Title 5 of the City of Baldwin Park Municipal Code to Establish Low Impact Development Standards." AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 6. RECLASSIFICATION OF BOXING PROGRAM STAFF Staff recommends that the City Council approve the reclassification for existing Boxing Program staff. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Rubio, and carried with no objections to pull Item No. 6 from the Consent Calendar. 7. ACCEPT PLANS AND SPECIFICATION, AND AUTHORIZE PUBLICATION OF A NOTICE INVITING BIDS FOR THE CITYWIDE SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS It is recommended that the City Council approve the plans, specifications, and Notice Inviting Bids for the Citywide Sidewalk Improvements and direct staff to advertise. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to accept the plans and specifications and authorize the publication of a notice of invitation to bid for citywide sidewalk improvements. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Page 7 of 13 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 2/19/14 8. AWARD A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF BARNES PARK IMPROVEMENT TO PRINCIPLES CONTRACTING, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $622,802 Staff recommends that the City Council: 1. Award a Construction Contract to Principles Contracting, Inc in the amount of $622,802; and 2. Authorize the Mayor to execute the attached agreement; and 3. Authorize the Director of Public Works to execute any necessary change orders in an amount not to exceed ten percent (10%) of the original contract; and, 4. Bid Protests be rejected. Mayor Pro Tem Pacheco noted the improvements that will be added to meet ADA compliance. He noted that City Council is working to improve lives of families, and he outlined the grants involved with the project. Manny Carrillo reported that the project would be completed mid to late June. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Rubio, and carried (5-0), to approve 1 through 4 on Item No. 8. AYES: Pacheco, Rubio, Baca, Garcia, Lozano NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 9. APPROVE TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE CONTRACT WITH COMPUTER SERVICES COMPANY Staff recommends the City Council award a contract for traffic signals and street lighting maintenance to Computer Services Company. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to approve and award the contract for traffic signal and street lighting maintenance to Computer Services Company. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Page 8 of 13 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 2/19/14 10.ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2014-003 AUTHORIZING A PLANNING AND DESIGN GRANT TO THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK FOR WALNUT CREEK NATURE PARK Staff Recommends the City Council: 1) Waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2014-003 titled "RESOLUTION NO. 2014-003 RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AUTHORIZING A PLANNING AND DESIGN GRANT TO THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK FOR WALNUT CREEK NATURE PARK; and 2) Appoint the Director of Recreation & Community Services as agent to conduct all negotiations, execute and submit all documents including but not limited to applications, agreements, payment requests, and so on, which may be necessary for the completion of the aforementioned project. Council Member Garcia highlighted the work of Manny Carrillo and thanked him for his work. Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco noted Manny Carrillo's work in writing grants. A motion was made by Garcia, seconded by Lozano, and carried (5-0), to approve Item 10 on the Consent Calendar. AYES: Pacheco, Rubio, Baca, Garcia, Lozano NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. REPORTS OF OFFICERS 11.AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S FAILURE TO REACH A MAJORITY DECISION ON A REQUEST FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A 27-BED, ADULT RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY WIHTIN THE R-1, SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONE (LOCATION: 3562-3572 VINELAND AVENUE; APPLICANT: JOE LOPEZ, REPRESENTING EASTERN KEYSTONE INC.; CASE NO.: CP-801). Based on City Council direction at their December 18, 2013 meeting, it is recommended that the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park adopt Resolution 2013-041 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ADOPTING THE FINDINGS OF FACT AND DENYING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY WITHIN THE R-1, SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONE PURSUANT TO TABLE 153.050.020 IN THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE (LOCATION: 3562- Page 9 of 13 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 2/19/14 3572 VINELAND AVENUE; APPLICANT: JOE M. LOPEZ, REPRESENTING EASTERN KEYSTONE, INC.; CASE NUMBER: CP-801)" A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5-0), to pull Item 11 with instructions to staff to bring it in a future meeting. AYES: Lozano, Pacheco, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Lozano NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Council Member Garcia noted that this item is an assessment of the environmental impact of the project. Council Member Baca stated that she does not feel comfortable moving forward with this project if she does not have enough information. 12.CONTINUED FROM FEBRUARY 5, 2014. A REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND A SPECIFIC PLAN FOR THE FACILITATION OF UP TO A 72 UNIT MIXED-USE, AFFORDABLE, MULTI- FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT INCLUDING ONE MANAGER'S UNIT WITH 5,920 S.F. OF COMMERCIAL RETAIL SPACE WITHIN THE MU-1(D0), (MIXED-USE 1, DOWNTOWN OVERLAY) AND C-1 (DO), (NEIGHBORHOOD COMMERCIAL DOWNTOWN OVERLAY ZONES). A RELATED REQUEST IS FOR A TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP TO CONSOLIDATE FIVE (5) LOTS OR PORTIONS THEREOF INTO NO MORE THAN THREE (3) PARCELS OF LAND WITHIN THE SAME ZONING DESIGNATIONS. (LOCATION: 14412- 14436 RAMONA BLVD. (ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBERS: 8554-001-901, 907, 904, 913, AND 914); APPLICANT: ROEM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR SP 13-01 AND ROEM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK FOR PM-1423; CASE NUMBERS: SPECIFIC PLAN (SP 13-01) AND TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP (PM-1423)). Staff and the Planning Commission recommend the City Council adopt Resolution 2014-001 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK: (A) APPROVING THE MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT; (B) ADOPTING THE FINDINGS OF FACT AND APPROVING THE SPECIFIC PLAN (SP 13-01); AND (C) ADOPTING THE FINDINGS OF FACT AND APPROVING THE TENTATIVE MAP (PM-1423) TO CONSOLIDATE FIVE (5) LOTS OR PORTIONS THEREOF INTO NO MORE THAN THREE (3) PARCELS WITHIN THE MU-1(D0), (MIXED- USE 1, DOWNTOWN OVERLAY) AND C-1 (DO), (NEIGHBORHOOD Page 10 of 13 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 2/19/14 COMMERCIAL DOWNTOWN OVERLAY) ZONES. (LOCATION: 14412-14436 RAMONA BOULEVARD, ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBERS: 8554-001-901, 904, 907, 913, AND 914; APPLICANT: ROEM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR SP 13-01 AND ROEM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK FOR PM-1423; CASE NUMBERS: SP 13- 01 AND PM-1423)". Council Member Cruz Baca asked that this item be moved to the Special Meeting for next Wednesday, for further discussion, and asked Mr. Castanola to provide in writing a statement saying that there will be monetary compensation to help move the parking structure. She also asked for clarification on number of spaces, and permits needed for tenants. Council Member Rubio asked that Staff explain the parking space numbers. Staff Member clarified that the parking spaces numbers were reduced by the former City Manager, and that there would not be a problem if the number were raised. Council Member Garcia asked whether postponement of the Item would place money in jeopardy. Ms. Quisenberry stated that there is a deadline of March 5, and that the document needs to be approved to get funding. A motion was made by Baca, seconded by Pacheco, and carried 4-1 to move Y Y ( ), Item 12 for next Wednesday, February 26, 2014. AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio, Lozano NOES: Garcia ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. // // // // // // // Page 11 of 13 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 2/19/14 CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVAL OF THE RECONGNIZED OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE (ROPS 14-15A) FOR THE PERIOD FROM JULY 1, 2014 THROUGH DECEMER 31, 2014 AND ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET FOR FY 2014-15 BY THE CITY COUNCIL AS GOVERNING BODY OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION Staff recommends the City Council, as governing body of the Successor Agency: 1. Adopt a Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) 14-15A for the period of July 1, 2014 through December 31, 2014; and 2. Adopt the Successor Agency Administrative Budget for Fiscal Year 2014- 15; and 3. Direct staff to proceed with submitting the draft ROPS 14-15A for approval to the Oversight Board; and 4. Send the approved ROPS to the County Administrative Officer, County Auditor Controller, the State Controller and Department of Finance; and 5. Instruct staff to post the approved ROPS 14-15A on the City's website A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5-0) to approve the Items 1 through 5 in the Consent Calendar. AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Garcia, Rubio, Lozano NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. CITY COUNCIL/ CITY CLERK/ CITY TREASURER/ STAFF REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS Request by Mayor Pro tem Ricardo Pacheco for discussion & direction to staff on the following: • Form and Energy and Green Projects Committee for the purpose of recommending and developing green projects for reduction of the cities carbon footprint. Mayor Pro Term Pacheco asked Council Member Rubio to join in the committee. Council Member Rubio seconded this. Page 12 of 13 r City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 2/19/14 Council Member Baca asked Mr. Graves to pull the RFP's, go ahead with the audit but notify the agency firms that the Council will research something else. Council Member Rubio asked Mr. Graves if there has been an audit committee in the past. Mayor Lozano voiced concerns about overweight trucks parked in highways. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Rubio, and carr'-d with no objections to adjourn the meeting at 9:31 p.m. ii -■110 _`t! M- or ATTEST: 1 /L, I f C City Clerk Page 13 of 13