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BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
AND SPECIAL MEETING
OCTOBER 15, 2014, 5:30 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER - 14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, 91706
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5:43 p.m. by Mayor Lozano.
ROLL CALL
Councilmember Cruz Baca
Councilmember Monica Garcia
Mayor Manuel Lozano
Mayor Pro Tem Ricardo Pacheco arrived at 5:46 p.m.
Councilmember Susan Rubio arrived at 5:59 p.m.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 6:00 P.m.
Greg Tuttle, a local resident, opined that, in the matter of Cook v. Lozano, legal representation
should be made through a private attorney on behalf of Mr. Lozano as an individual and should
not be represented through the City; expressed his objection to a proposed agreement with the
soccer league which would allow the storing of equipment/port-a-potties on City property; stated
that the soccer league does not provide any reciprocal contribution and should not be allowed to
store on City property for free.
Thomas Kerrie, a resident of Riverside County, commented on a recent news story regarding
Mr. Flores, who was arrested for allegedly not having a driver's license; pointed out that the
driver of the vehicle is not necessarily held responsible in case of an accident and, in fact, the
vehicle owner will ultimately be held liable; expressed objection to the issuance of driver's
license to undocumented aliens.
An unidentified local resident suggested that the City request copies of the registration of
participants in the soccer league for the past five years
Mr. Luna, a local resident, expressed his objection to the City Attorney (allegedly) representing
Mayor Lozano in the matter of Cook v. Lozano; also objected to the proposed agreement with
the soccer league to store equipment on City property; suggested that the City should focus on
generating revenue.
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 6:11 p.m.
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STUDY SESSION /OPEN SESSION
1. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO SIGN ORDINANCE WITH REGARD TO NEW
TEMPORARY SIGNS AND BANNERS
Amy Harbin, City Planner, summarized the written report pertaining to the proposed
amendment to the Sign Ordinance and sought clarification from Council regarding the
criteria for fee reduction and conditional use of signage and banners for business grand
openings as opposed to long term promotional signage.
Council clarified its expectations, providing for a reduced fee under certain conditions,
adding promotional flags to the allowable promotional media and increasing the aggregate
square footage for signs, flags and/or banners in any combination thereof. The reduced
fees and increased square footage would apply to new businesses only.
2. CONSIDERATION OF AMENDMENT TO ALLOW DIGITAL SIGN PERMITS
Amy Harbin, City Planner, provided a summary of the written report pertaining to the
proposed amendment to the Sign Ordinance for the regulation and permit requirements of
Electronic Reader Boards (ERB). Ms. Harbin briefly outlined the definition of an electronic
reader board and the distinction between an ERB and a Digital Billboard. She went on to
explain the proposed development standards and permit requirements, noting that the
process would require a design review in addition to the standards similar to that of a
Conditional Use Permit.
Ms. Harbin also presented for discussion a request by Allan Company which is seeking a
variance to the City Code and development standards. After brief discussion, Council found
no reason to object and directed staff to prepare a report and map to illustrate the impact of
allowing such signage.
3. CONSIDERATION OF BILLBOARD CODE CHANGE
Amy Harbin, City Planner, reviewed the written report outlining proposed changes to the
Municipal Code pertaining to billboards which would allow new digital billboards without the
provision of having to remove existing static face boards within City boundaries.
Following discussion, Council directed staff to prepare the proposed amendments and
present them by Resolution at a future meeting of the City Council.
Mayor Lozano recessed Open Session to Closed Session at 6:10 p.m.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATIONS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
Agency designated representatives: Shannon Yauchzee; Robert N. Tafoya
Employee Organizations: General Unit of Maintenance Employees, SEIU Local 721;
Police Officer Association; Professional and Technical Employees Association; Clerical
Employees Association; Police Management Employees Association; Classified
Confidential Employees Association; Classified Management Employees Association
Unrepresented Employee(s): City Planner; Housing Authority Manager, Community
Development Manager
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2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: Ramona Boulevard and Badillo Street, APN #8437-013-905
Agency negotiators: Shannon Yauchzee, Robert N. Tafoya, Marc Castagnola
Negotiating parties: Montebello Housing Development Corporation
Under negotiation: Price and Terms
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Section
54956.9: Potential Case(s): Two (2)
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9:
Name of Case: Hadsell v. City of Baldwin Park
Case Number: BC548602
Name of Case: Casas v. City of Baldwin Park
Case Number: BS147794
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, motion was made by Lozano, second Ga ia, to adjourn
the meeting at 6:52 p.m. 4t
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ATTEST: /
City Clerk
APPROVED: ///5/19
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