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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2014 11 05 CC MIN MINUTES BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING NOVEMBER 5, 2014, 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBER - 14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, 91706 CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order at 7:06 p.m. SPECIAL ANNOUNCEMENT Councilmember Rubio announced that, as a school teacher, she hosts a contest each year for her 3rd grade class and the winner of that contest is appointed as Honorary Mayor for a Day. This year, Alex He won and, therefore, would preside as Honorary Mayor, overseeing the proceedings of the Council meeting. INVOCATION The invocation was provided by Pastor Jackson. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Honorary Mayor He. ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Council Member Cruz Baca Council Member Susan Rubio Mayor Pro Tem Ricardo Pacheco Mayor Manuel Lozano MEMBERS ABSENT: Council Member Monica Garcia REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION Mayor Lozano stated that no reportable action was taken on items discussed during Closed Session. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Lozano requested that the meeting be closed in memory of Patricia Salva, a long-time resident of Baldwin Park who passed away on October 18, 2014, and is survived by her two children and four grandchildren. She was an active member of the community and will be missed by her friends and loved ones. Mayor Lozano also extended condolences to the family of Anthony Bejarano, who passed away on October 27, 2014. Mr. Bejarano served as President and as an active member of the Baldwin Park Unified School District, and was a Vietnam Veteran who earned a Silver Star for bravery in combat. Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco asked that the meeting be closed in memory of Guadalupe Morel, with condolences being extended to her surviving son, Abel Morel, who is a local business owner and active community member. Council extended congratulations to all those community leaders and state legislators who succeeded in the November 4, 2014, election and expressed support for a prosperous and united future. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS Presentation to Richard and Josephine Rivera in Recognition of being selected as Senior Center King and Queen for 2014. City Clerk Avila informed the Mayor that the presentation for Senior Center King and Queen 2014 was being postponed until the next regularly scheduled Council meeting because the Presentation of a Proclamation recognizing In-Home Care Providers and declaring November as Family Caregivers month. Councilmember Baca presented a Proclamation to recognize all of the In-Home Care Providers who serve those in need in Baldwin Park and to express appreciation for their compassionate service. CalTrans presentation and report to City Council on the Interstate 10/605 Interchange project. Marilyn Hayes, Public Communications Officer for MCM Construction, Inc., narrated a PowerPoint presentation and played a brief video to show the progress of the project and to provide a timeline for the completion of the job. Following the presentation, both representatives from MCM answered questions of Council and staff. Council directed staff to incorporate some of the information and work schedule into the Baldwin Park NOW citizen newsletter. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Honorary Mayor He opened Public Communications at 7:14 p.m. and noted that each speaker is permitted a total of three minutes. Mary McCormick, representing the Los Angeles Metro-Transportation Authority provided Council and the public with informational flyers relating to the proposed road improvement project for State Route 710 North; stated that the Draft Environmental Impact (EIR) and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Reports would be available for public review and comment in February 2015, that the public review period had been extended from 45 to 90 days, and that two public hearings would be held to obtain community input; encouraged everyone to check the website regularly to keep up with what is going on with the project. Daniel Lovanos, organ transplant patient and Ambassador of OneLegacy, a non-profit organ and tissue recovery organization expressed his appreciation to Council for all the support the City has shown in the past and invited the Mayor to participate in creating the OneLegacy float, to be featured in the 2015 Annual Rose Parade, by placing a rose on behalf of Baldwin Park. Page 2 of 7 it Thomas Kern,i a concerned citizen, commented on a blog he had recently read and expressed his displeasure; showed his support to Baldwin Park Police by encouraging the continuation of issuing traffic citations for those driving without a valid driver's license. Al Luna, local resident, commented on the Baldwin Park Soccer League's continued use of city property for storing equipment; stated that the City should be charging the soccer league for using the local fields and for storing items on the property; stated that its a revenue source and opined that Council is giving the city away. Anita Diaz, Housing Commissioner, expressed concern regarding the traffic congestion between the Target shopping center at Baldwin Park Boulevard and Francisquito Avenue; suggested that consideration should be given to opening a right turn lane on east bound Francisquito Avenue at Vineland Avenue; suggested that providing the extra flow from eastbound Francisquito to south bound Vineland would help open up through traffic lanes; suggested that a study be conducted to determine whether it is possible to convert the right hand lane into a turn lane to increase traffic flow. Magda Torrellas, also a Housing Commissioner, spoke about the poor hygienic conditions in the Women's Restroom and the community pool; expressed concern about water seeping from the toilet area into the dressing area where use of electric appliances (hair dryers) could cause harm; expressed support for the efforts of Baldwin Park Police in issuing tickets for various motor vehicle and traffic violations. Hermina Valdez, resident in the 15000 block of Nabilla Place, expressed concern and asked for City assistance because the street-lighting in her neighborhood is insufficient and she feels it is unsafe to walk at night; she also noted that there is an abandoned house down the street from her house which is being vandalized several times. Honorary Mayor He closed Public Communications at 8:03 p.m. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Pro Tem Pacheco requested that Item No. 4 be taken separately for further discussion. 1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS Staff recommends City Council ratify the attached Warrants and Demands Register. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (4 —0— 0; Councilmember Garcia Absent) to ratify the Warrants and Demands Register. AYES: Baca, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: Garcia. ABSTAIN: None. 2. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES Receive and file: Meeting Minutes of July 17, 2013, for the Special Meeting and Regular City Council and the Finance Authority and City Housing Authority Regular Meetings. Meeting Minutes of August 7, 2013, for the Special Meeting and Regular City Council Meeting. Page 3of7 Meeting Minutes of August 21, 2013, for the Special Meeting and Regular City Council Meeting. Meeting Minutes of September 4, 2013, for the Special Meeting and Regular City Council Meeting. Meeting Minutes of September 18, 2013, for the Special Meeting and Regular City Council Meeting and the Finance Authority and City Housing Authority Regular Meetings. Meeting Minutes of October 2, 2013, for the Special Meeting and Regular City Council Meeting. Meeting Minutes of October 16, 2013, for the Regular City Council Meeting. Meeting Minutes of November 6, 2013, for the Regular City Council Meeting. Meeting Minutes of November 20, 2013, for the Special Meeting and Regular City Council Meeting and the Finance Authority and City Housing Authority Regular Meetings. Meeting Minutes of March 5, 2014, for the City Housing Authority Regular Meeting. Meeting Minutes of April 2, 2014, for the Special Meeting and Regular City Council Meeting Meeting Minutes of October 1, 2014, for the Special Meeting and Regular City Council Meeting. Meeting Minutes of October 8, 2014, for the Special Meeting of the City Council. Meeting Minutes of October 15, 2014, for the Special Meeting and Regular City Council Meeting. Meeting Minutes of October 22, 2014, for the Special Meeting of the City Council. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (4 —0—0; Councilmember Garcia Absent) to approve and file the Meeting Minutes. AYES: Baca, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: Garcia. ABSTAIN: None. 3. CLAIM REJECTION Staff recommends that City Council reject the following claims and direct staff to send the appropriate notice of rejection to claimant(s): Cuellar, Marc: Claimant alleges that vehicle was improperly impounded. Eubanks, Nathan: Claimant alleges that vehicle was improperly impounded. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (4 — 0 — 0; Councilmember Garcia Absent) to reject the claims and authorize staff to send the appropriate notice of rejection to claimant(s). AYES: Baca, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: Garcia. ABSTAIN: None. Page 4 of 7 4. APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2014-040, ENTITLED "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ADOPTING "THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MASTER PLAN." Staff recommends that Council approve and adopt Resolution No. 2014-040, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ADOPTING "THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MASTER PLAN." Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco requested this item be heard separately. Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco took a few minutes to explain the intent of this plan, the funding sources, and how it will benefit the community both immediately and in the future. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (4—0 —0; Councilmember Garcia Absent) to Approve and Adopt Resolution No. 2014-040, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ADOPTING "THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL MASTER PLAN." AYES: Baca, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: Garcia. ABSTAIN: None. 5. APPROVE THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH EVANS BROOKS ASSOCIATES TO PREPARE THREE CALL FOR PROJECTS GRANT APPLICATIONS Staff recommends that the City Council approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the professional services agreement with Evans Brooks Associates to prepare three (3) Call for Projects transportation funding applications, and authorize the Director of Finance to make appropriate transfers and fund adjustments. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (4—0— 0; Councilmember Garcia Absent) to approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the professional services agreement with Evans Brooks Associates to prepare three (3) Call for Projects transportation funding applications, and authorize the Director of Finance to make appropriate transfers and fund adjustments. AYES: Baca, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: Garcia. ABSTAIN: None. 6. APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE THE CODE ENFORCEMENT STAFF TO ADMINISTER AND ENFORCE THE FORECLOSURE AND VACANT LAND PROGRAM Staff recommends that the City Council authorize and direct the Code Enforcement staff of the Baldwin Park Police Department to administer and enforce the Foreclosure and Vacant Land Program. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (4 —0—0; Councilmember Garcia Absent) to authorize and direct the Code Enforcement staff of the Baldwin Park Police Department to administer and enforce the Foreclosure and Vacant Land Program. AYES: Baca, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: Garcia. ABSTAIN: None. Page 5of7 7. APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE APPROPRIATION OF UP TO $30,000 FROM THE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FUND 230 FOR MEDIA OUTREACH TO IMPROVE BUSINESS, CIVIC AND COMMUNITY VISIBILITY. Staff recommends that the Mayor and City Council authorize expenditures up to $30,000 for Fiscal Year 2014/15 from the Business Improvement District (Fund 230) for a media outreach program and the Director of Finance be authorized to execute the necessary transfers and budget amendments and direct staff to hire a consultant or part-time employee to develop and execute a media outreach program. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (4—0— 0; Councilmember Garcia Absent) to approve and authorize the expenditures and authorize the Director of Finance to execute the necessary transfers and budget amendments as necessary. AYES: Baca, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: Garcia. ABSTAIN: None. 8. RATIFICATION OF THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH MR. MARC CASTAGNOLA, DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Staff recommends that City Council ratify the employment agreement with Marc Castagnola, to serve as the Director of Community Development and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (4—0—0; Councilmember Garcia Absent) to ratify the employment agreement with Marc Castagnola, to serve as the Director of Community Development and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreement. AYES: Baca, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: Garcia. ABSTAIN: None.. 9. APPROVE THE AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT WITH TAFOYA & GARCIA LLP AND ROBERT N. TAFOYA, CLARIFYING THAT THE LEGAL SERVICES PROVIDED INCLUDE THE SUCCESSOR AND HOUSING SUCCESSOR AGENCIES Staff recommends that City Council approve the Amendment to the Agreement with Tafoya & Garcia LLP and Robert Tafoya, which clarifies the terms of the Agreement to provide that legal services rendered shall include the Successor and Housing Successor Agencies, and authorize the Mayor to sign the Amendment. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (4—0—0; Councilmember Garcia Absent) to approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the Amendment to the Agreement with Tafoya & Garcia LLP and Robert Tafoya. AYES: Baca, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: Garcia. ABSTAIN: None. Page 6of7 10. APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2014-042, ENTITLED "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF THE IN-HOME CARE PROVIDER WORKFORCE AND NATIONAL FIAMILY CAREGIVERS MONTH FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER." Staff recommends that Council approve and adopt Resolution No. 2014-042, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, RECOGNIZING THE IMPORTANCE OF THE IN-HOME CARE PROVIDER WORKFORCE AND NATIONAL FIAMILY CAREGIVERS MONTH FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER." A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5 —0) to approve and file the Meeting Minutes. AYES: Baca, Lozano, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: Garcia. ABSTAIN: None. REPORTS OF OFFICERS None. CITY COUNCIL/ CITY CLERK/ CITY TREASURER / STAFF REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS None. ADJOURNMENT There being no other business to discuss, and all other matters having been addressed, a motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, to adjourn the meeting at 7:50 p.m. M or ATTEST: / ,,1��/ �ozano, Mayor Alejandra Av. a, City Clerk APPROVED: 1\\\°I\ H Page 7of7