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Home My WebLink About2014 03 19 CC MIN MINUTES BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MARCH 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 7:00 p.m. Mayor Lozano announced that as required by Government Code section 54954.3, members of the City Council are also members of the Board of Directors of the Housing Authority and Finance Authority, which are concurrently convening with the City Council. INVOCATION The invocation was led by Pastor Elmer Jackson. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Lozano ROLL CALL The following members of the City Council were in attendance: Council Member Cruz Baca Council Member Monica Garcia Council Member Susan Rubio Mayor Pro Tem Ricardo Pacheco Mayor Manuel Lozano ANNOUNCEMENTS Council Member Rubio spoke about an event, inviting members of the public to give input about the school superintendent's position. Council Member Rubio thanked Juan's Restaurant for their community involvement. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS Mayor Lozano thanked and congratulated all those involved and presented the certificates of recognition to Winners of Adult Education Week. Certificate of Recognition to Willa Reynolds for being recognized as Club Woman of the Year for the Baldwin Park Women's Club. Willa Reynolds accepted the certificate and expressed her enthusiasm for Baldwin Park Women's Club. Mayor Lozano presented the Certificate of Recognition to Baldwin Park High School Wrestling Team for placing at the CIF State Tournament. City Council Minutes March 19, 2014 PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Lozano invited members of the public to speak. Tony Gonzalez spoke about outstanding High School wrestler Angel Ochoa and asked for donations for travel. Mr. Luna would like an exemption from paying taxes, and complained about corporate exemptions. Thomas Kerry expressed his concerns about illegal housing conversions and the lack of a tax base, as well as corporate tax credits. Jason Adams, Baldwin Park Police Association, spoke about the progress being made in Baldwin Park. He distributed a community newspaper. Greg Tuttle, business owner, voiced his concerns about lack of change and forward movement in the City. He does not support the current proposed budget. Edwin Borcas, resident, spoke positively of the beautification and recent progress within the City. CONSENT CALENDAR Item Nos. 3, 4, 8, and 9 were pulled for further discussion. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5— 0) to approve the remaining consent calendar Item Nos. 1, 2, 5, 6, 7, and 10. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco, Lozano NOES: None. ABSENT: None. 1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS Staff recommends City Council ratify the attached Warrants and Demands. 2. TREASURER'S REPORT: JANUARY 2014 Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the January 2014 Treasurer's Report. 3. APPROVAL OF SPLASH PAD IMPROVEMENT GRANT Staff recommends the City Council: 1) Authorize the Mayor to execute the attached agreement; 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. Mayor Pro Tem Ricardo pointed out a forthcoming grant from the Water District to improve the park. Page 2 of 6 City Council Minutes March 19, 2014 A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Lozano, and carried (5— 0) to approve Item No. 3. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco, Lozano NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 4. SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE 1290 AND SUBSEQUENT MODIFICATIONS Discussion for further direction to staff. Council Member Rubio recommended a presentation to inform Council before voting. Amy Harbin, City Planner gave details on the background and history of Ordinance 1290. Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco requested a workshop in approximately a month, and suggested inviting more business owners. Council Member Baca agreed, requesting a smaller venue with dialog opportunities. Council Member Monica Garcia thanked Amy Harbin for her efforts. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to schedule a special workshop separate from a Council meeting, in about a month. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco, Lozano NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 5. RESOLUTION 2014-007 INITIATING THE PROCEEDINGS AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE PARKS MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FY 2014-15 Staff recommends that the City Council waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2014-007 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE INITIATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE FY 2014-15 LEVY OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS FOR THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK PARKS MAINTENANCE DISTRICT PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF DIVISION 15, PART 2 OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE." 6. RESOLUTION 2014-008 INITIATING THE PROCEEDINGS AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE CITYWIDE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FY 2014-15 Staff recommends that the City Council waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2014-008 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE INITIATION OF Page 3 of 6 City Council Minutes March 19, 2014 THE PROCEEDINGS AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE FY 2014-15 LEVY OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS FOR THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF DIVISION 15, PART 2 OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE." 7. APPROVAL OF A CONTRACT WITH THE ARROYO GROUP TO PROVIDE CONSULTING SERVICE TO PREPARE A TRANSIT-ORIENTED DEVELOPMENT SPECIFIC PLAN FOR THE CITY'S DOWNTOWN AREA. It is recommended that the City Council approve the contract with The Arroyo Group to execute the Scope of Work for the Metro Transit-Oriented Planning Grant (METRO TOD) to prepare a Transit-Oriented Development Specific Plan for the City's Downtown Area. 8. ADOPTION OF THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013/2014 FOR THE CITY, FINANCING AUTHORITY, HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY It is recommended that the City Council, Financing Authority, Housing Authority and Successor approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2013/2014 Budget as presented or amended and waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution Nos. 2014- 006 (City); FA 2014-001, (Financing Authority); HA 2014-001 (Housing Authority), and SA 2014-001 (Successor Agency); respectively. (Reference Item #1 on Successor Agency) Before discussion of this item, Mayor Lozano reconvened the Financing Authority, Housing Authority and Successor Agency meetings. Discussion took place about the timeliness of this item, and the need to continue this item for further consideration. Mayor Pro Tem Pacheco noted the change from previous ways of working with less transparency. He stated the need to close this budget out and move forward. Council Member Baca noted the need to see realistic requirements. Council Member Rubio described the progress and status of putting the new budget together. Council Members spoke of the changes between last year and future years, and the responsibility to residents. A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (3—2) to approve the budget. AYES: Rubio, Pacheco, Lozano NOES: Garcia, Baca. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Page 4 of 6 City Council Minutes March 19, 2014 9. APPROVAL OF CONTRACT FOR ACTING EXECUTIVE TEAM MANAGER DUTIES It is recommended that the City Council approve the contract for additional Salary for Chief Michael Taylor for his duties as the Acting Executive Team Manager. Council Member Garcia noted her opposition because holding the offices of Police Chief and City Manager at the same time is a conflict of interests. Legal Counsel noted Mr. Taylor does not actually hold the office of City Manager currently. Council Member Garcia asked whether there is an active search underway for City Manager. Council Member Rubio noted the search will start soon. Severance pay is currently being paid. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (4 —0 — 1) to approve Item No. 9. AYES: Baca, Rubio, Pacheco, Lozano NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Garcia. 10. APPROVAL OF LIMITS ON CONTRACT FOR SERVICES BY THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER AND THE DEPARTMENT HEADS It is recommended that the City Council approve the schedule of limitations on expenditures for services by the CEO and Department Heads by adopting the attached Resolution. CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION 1. ADOPTION OF THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013/2014 FOR THE CITY, FINANCING AUTHORITY, HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY It is recommended that the City Council, Financing Authority, Housing Authority and Successor approve the proposed Fiscal Year 2013/2014 Budget as presented or amended and waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution Nos. 2014- 006 (City); FA 2014-001, (Financing Authority); HA 2014-001 (Housing Authority), and SA 2014-001 (Successor Agency); respectively. (Reference Item #8 on City Council A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (3—2) to approve the budget. AYES: Rubio, Pacheco, Lozano NOES: Garcia, Baca. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Page 5 of 6 City Council Minutes March 19, 2014 ADJOURNMENT A motion was made Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 —0) to adjourn the City Council meeting at 8:19 p.m. ayo ATTEST: City Clerk APPROVED: Page 6 of 6