Loading...
HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015 02 18 CC MIN MINUTES BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 18, 2015, 7:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBER - 14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, 91706 These minutes are presented in Agenda order. Various announcements or discussions may have occurred before or after the title under which they are presented. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Lozano at 7:08 p.m. INVOCATION The invocation was provided by Pastor Jackson. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Lozano. ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Council Member Ricardo Pacheco Council Member Monica Garcia Council Member Susan Rubio Mayor Pro Tem Cruz Baca Mayor Manuel Lozano REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION Mayor Lozano reported that Council took no reportable action on Closed Session Item Nos. 1, 2 and 4. The Mayor further stated that Council took no reportable action on Item No. 3, Case No. BC548620 Hadsell v. City of Baldwin Park, Case No. BS147794, Casas v City of Baldwin Park (BPCCC), and Case No. BS152919, City of Baldwin Park v. City of Irwindale. Mayor Lozano reported that by a vote of 5—0, Council authorized the City Attorney to defend the in the case of Lindsay v. City of Baldwin Park, Case No. 2:15-cv-00800-BRO-MAN. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Lozano announced, as required by Government Code section 54954.3, that 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 this evening and each Council Member is paid an additional stipend of$30 for attending the Housing Authority meeting and $50 for attending the Finance Authority meeting. Mayor Lozano asked that the meeting be adjourned in member of Frances Ayala Castorena, who recently passed at the age of 87, and Panfilo C. Rodriguez, who passed at the age of 74, and noted that both were long-time residents of Baldwin Park and expressed condolences to the families. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS Presentation by Sandra Futter, Director, and Dora Gomez, Board Member, of Project 29:11, a Community Development Corporation. Ms. Sandra Futter and Ms. Dora Gomez provided a narrative of the Project 29:11 programs and services offered to the community; provided information regarding schedules and resources available for those who are in need; supplied pamphlets, business cards and handouts with contact information. Presentation of new GORequest mobile application for reporting graffiti, potholes, and other community service items, featuring the GO Request Video Tutorial. IT Manager, Mark Hsu, and David Mortensen, Computer Specialist, played a Video Tutorial of the recently-launched GORequest, a mobile application that can be downloaded onto smartphones and tablets and can be used to report incidents and issues throughout the community; following the video, Mr. Mortensen answered questions of Council. Presentation by Lance Mungia, Executive Director of Community Media of the Foothills. Mr. Mungia provided a video presentation which highlighted the various videography services that his firm had previously provided to the City; following the presentation, Mr. Mungia answered questions from Council. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:29 p.m. and noted that each speaker is permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak. Ken Woods, Baldwin Park resident, asked that attention be given to the area at and around the 4200 block of Alderson, noting that there is a great deal of garbage and large items that have been dumped at that location; pointed out that those riding the MetroLink see this each time they go through the city; suggested that a camera be installed to aid in apprehending those who are illegally dumping at that site. Al Luna, Baldwin Park resident, requested that the City contact the Baldwin Park Unified School District regarding the school bus stops throughout the city; stated that children waiting for the bus and disembarking from the bus tend to litter the surrounding area; also requested that photos be taken of properties/houses that have become rundown and unsightly; noted that ice cream and food trucks are not being cited when in violation of the "no vending" municipal code; opined that Council needs to get out into the city to see what is really going on. Thomas Kerri, concerned citizen, expressed support for the suggestion made by Mr. Woods to put cameras in along Alderson in order to catch those who are illegally dumping; noted that the remodel to the library has made great improvements; voiced objection to the additional tax that will be assessed to vehicle registrations in order to fund the high-speed rail system supported by the Governor; stated that it is becoming more difficult to find IRS tax forms in a hard copy form now that so many systems are computerized. Dayana Partida, representing Assembly Member Roger Hernandez, announced the upcoming workshops that will be hosted by the Assemblyman; noted that the "Covered California" event will take place on February 11 and the Assembly Bill 60 Driver's License Workshop will take place on February 26. Al Contreras, President of Valley County Water, announced that the Water District would be hosting a garden demonstration event on Wednesday, February 25, from 9 am to 11 am, that will feature drought-tolerant and low water plants; noted that the event will be held at the District's office; announced that he is also the President of the Baldwin Park Sister-City Association and suggested that some of the video material provided by Mr. Mungia could be very beneficial when used as promotional media for the city at various events, particularly on the trip to Taxco, Guerrero, Mexico, Baldwin Park's Sister City, on April 1. Page 2 of 9 Councilmember Rubio commented on what a great opportunity it is to make the trip to Baldwin Park's Sister City; stated that she had taken a trip with the group on a previous occasion and that it was very enjoyable, particularly with the collaboration of the two cities in building a new playground for the community school. Amanda Sarato, Baldwin Park resident, echoed the comments of Mr. Luna, stating that distressed properties in the community are an eye-sore and should be addressed; stated that she attempted to report graffiti but when she called she reached a recording. Margarita Vargas, Baldwin Park resident, commented on the complaints about dumping on Alderson, noting that the area in question is all private property and that this issue with private property also relates to the "donor boxes" which are left in parking lots; stated that, often times, various items left sitting next to the "donor boxes" are just as bad a illegal dumping. John Rios, Baldwin Park resident, stated that he has noticed that there is still a problem with graffiti in the city, despite laws that require that cans of spray paint be locked to insure they are not sold to minors; pointed out that, often times, vendors at swap meets will sell cans of spray paint to anyone and the vendors to not secure the spray paint cans to prevent minors from purchasing or stealing them; suggested that law enforcement send officers to the swap meets to issue citations to those who violate the law. Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 8:04 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Baca stated that she is very familiar with the areas that were identified this evening as being subject to the illegal dumping; stated that she has since identified one parcel of property as belonging to Southern California Edison and that there is another parcel nearby that belongs to MetroLink; requested that staff contact MetroLink to request that they clear debris and trash from the property located on Alderson. Councilmember Pacheco reported on the recent activity of the 2 + 2 + 2 Commission meeting that was held the previous day, February 3, and was attended by representatives of the Valley County Water District, the Baldwin Park Unified School District, as well as representatives from Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC); stated that the primary topic of discussion was to bring satellite college classes to Baldwin Park in order to make college classes more available to students in the community; noted that the Commission plans to work with Mt. SAC to develop career-path programs, to include technical and vocational programs, that will benefit those seeking to move into the workforce, particularly in specialized areas; noted that State funding will help bring the program to fruition. Councilmember Garcia commented on the increased number of"donation bins" appearing in (private) parking lots throughout the city and suggested that staff review the criteria for conditions of approval to determine whether there is any language in the codes that will provide a means of addressing the problem by legal compliance; also suggested that a task force be formed to make rounds in the community areas, by quadrant, to ensure that all areas needing improvement are being addressed and that the City's response to issues are balanced. Page 3 of 9 CONSENT CALENDAR A motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried (5—0) to approve all items on the Consent Calendar. No items were taken as exception. AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS Staff recommends City Council ratify the attached Warrants and Demands Register. A motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to ratify the Warrants and Demands Register. 2. TREASURER'S REPORT— DECEMBER 2014 Staff recommends that Council receive and file the Treasurer's Report for the month of December 2014. A motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to receive and file the Treasurer's Report for the month of December 2014. 3. REJECTION OF CLAIMS Staff recommends that Council reject the following claims and direct staff to send the appropriate notice of rejection to claimants: Moghadam, Kayvan Alleges wrongful impound of vehicle. Cook, Paul Alleges civil rights violation A motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried (5—0) to send the appropriate notice of rejection to claimants. 4. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES Receive and file: A. Meeting Minutes of November 21, 2012, for the City Council Special, Regular, Finance and Housing Authority meetings. B. Meeting Minutes of December 5, 2012, for the City Council Special and Regular meetings. C. Meeting Minutes of December 19, 2012, for the City Council Special meeting and Housing Authority meeting. D. Meeting Minutes of January 28, 2015, for the City Council Special meeting. E. Meeting Minutes of February 4, 2015, for the City Council Special and Regular meetings. A motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to receive and file the minutes. Page 4of9 5. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR VIDEO PRODUCTION AND CABLE TELEVISION ACCESS SERVICES CONTRACT AMENDMENT#3 Staff recommends that Council approve Amendment#3 to the Service Agreement with Community Media of the Foothills for Video Production and Cable Television Access Services, and authorize the Mayor to execute the Amendment. A motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried (5—0) to approve Amendment#3 to the Service Agreement with Community Media of the Foothills for Video Production and Cable Television Access Services, and authorize the Mayor to execute the Amendment. 6. APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE THE APPROPRIATION OF RESTRICTED FUNDS Staff recommends that Council approve and authorize the Director of Finance to make appropriate budget allocations to specified City projects and programs within restricted funds in accordance with a proposed list of projects provided for approval. A motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried (5—0) to approve and authorize the Director of Finance to make appropriate budget allocations to specified City projects and programs within restricted funds in accordance with a proposed list of projects provided for approval. 7. APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE THE OPTION AGREEMENT FOR LEASE OF CELL TOWER SITES WITH WIRELESS CAPITAL PARTNERS Staff recommends that Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the Option Agreement for lease of two cell tower sites with Wireless Capital Partners. A motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried (5—0) to approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the Option Agreement for lease of two cell tower sites with Wireless Capital Partners. 8. AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF UPGRADES TO EXISTING COMPUTER AIDED DISPATCH/RECORDS MANAGEMENT SYSTEM (CAD/RMS) Staff recommends that Council approve and authorize: 1. The waiver of the formal bidding process for the purchase of equipment, pursuant to Baldwin Park Municipal Code §34.23(B); and 2. Authorize the Director of Finance to complete a budget amendment for the amount not to exceed $96,017, from account nos. 205-30-320-58110 and 205-30-330- 58110, and designate such funds as restricted to the purchase of upgrades to the Spillman Technologies Computer Aided Dispatch/Records Management System; and 3. Authorize the Chief of Police, or his designee, to complete all of the appropriate documentation to complete the purchases. A motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried (5— 0) to: The waiver of the formal bidding process for the purchase of equipment, pursuant to Baldwin Park Municipal Code §34.23(B); and Page 5 of 9 Authorize the Director of Finance to complete a budget amendment for the amount not to exceed $96,017, from account nos. 205-30-320-58110 and 205-30-330- 58110, and designate such funds as restricted to the purchase of upgrades to the Spillman Technologies Computer Aided Dispatch/Records Management System; and Authorize the Chief of Police, or his designee, to complete all of the appropriate documentation to complete the purchases. 9. REPEAL OF CHAPTER 133 OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING SEX OFFENDERS Staff recommends that Council: a. Waive the reading and adopt by title only the Ordinance No. 1369, entitled "An Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, Repealing Chapter 133 of Title XIII, General Offenses, of The Baldwin Park Municipal Code." A motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to waive the reading and adopt by title only the Ordinance No. 1369, entitled "An Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, Repealing Chapter 133 of Title XIII, General Offenses, of The Baldwin Park Municipal Code." b. Waive the first reading introducing the Ordinance No. 1370, entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, Repealing Chapter 133 of Title XIII, General Offenses, of the Baldwin Park Municipal Code," and set a second reading to adopt the Ordinance, should the Urgency Ordinance not pass or be challenged. A motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Councilmember Garcia, and carried (5 —0) to waive the first reading introducing the Ordinance No. 1370, entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, Repealing Chapter 133 of Title XIII, General Offenses, of the Baldwin Park Municipal Code," and set a second reading to adopt the Ordinance, should the Urgency Ordinance not pass or be challenged. REPORTS OF OFFICERS 10. CONCEPTUAL DESIGN FOR WALNUT CREEK NATURE PARK Staff recommends that Council; a. Approve the conceptual design for the Walnut Creek Nature Park; or b. Provide direction to staff accordingly. Monica Killen provided a brief history of the Walnut Creek Nature Park and then introduced Bob Burkland, Restoration Design Group from Berkley, California. Mr. Burkland narrated a PowerPoint presentation in which he highlighted the original boundaries and condition of the park, then presented a visual representation of various configurations for the park that could be considered for construction. Following Mr. Burkland's presentation, he and Ms. Killen responded to questions from Council. Page 6 of 9 Council asked about the estimated cost for the entire project, how much in funding has been secured thus far, and whether the project can be built out in phases. After Council expressed concern regarding the cost of the project overall, Recreation and Community Services Director, Manuel Carrillo, explained that staff is working to secure additional funds for the project and that this evening's item is for Council to approve the conceptual design and does not authorize construction; Mr. Carrillo also noted that the first phase would have an anticipated completion around the end of 2015 and that the park would be closed during construction. Council directed staff to respond to concerns raised during the presentation by reporting in a Study Session to include milestones schedules (the work to be performed in each phase and the associated timelines), additional funding sources for the project, elaboration on how educational components might be tied into the project, and how soon the groundbreaking for Phase I would occur. A motion was made by Councilmember Garcia, seconded by Mayor Lozano, and carried (5 — 0) to approve the conceptual design for the Walnut Creek Nature Park. AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 11. RESTORATION OF PREVIOUS CITY EVENTS Staff recommends that Council provide direction to staff of which events to implement and return with the appropriate funding and allocations. Since Council has requested this item be brought back for further consideration at a future Open Meeting/Study Session, this item is also being continued to a future Council meeting following its presentation at a Study Session. 12. MID-YEAR BUDGET REVIEW Staff recommends that Council Receive and File the Mid-Year Budget for Fiscal Year 2014-2015. Director of Finance, Craig Graves, narrated a PowerPoint presentation which illustrated the current budget expenditures, encumbrances and appropriations; noted that the City Finances are aligned appropriately for the end of the fiscal quarter and that, overall, the City's budget is on track. CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY CONSENT CALENDAR 1. APPROVE THE RECOGNIZED OBLIGATIONS PAYMENT SCHEDULE (ROPS 15- 16A) FOR THE PERIOD FROM JULY 1, 2015 TO DECEMBER 31, 2015, AND ASSOCIATED ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET Staff recommends the Governing Body of the Successor Agency: a. Approve the Recognized Obligations Payment Schedule (ROPS 15-16a) For The Period From July 1, 2015 To December 31, 2015; and Page 7 of 9 b. Adopt the Successor Agency Administrative Budget for Fiscal Year 2015-2016; and c. Direct staff to proceed with submitting the draft ROPS 15-16A for approval to the Oversight Board; and d. Send the approved ROPS to the County Executive Officer, County Auditor Controller, the State Controller and Department of Finance; and e. Instruct staff to post the approved ROPS 15-16A on the City's website. A motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Councilmember Pacheco, and carried (5—0)to: Approve the Recognized Obligations Payment Schedule (ROPS 15-16a) For the Period from July 1, 2015 to December 31, 2015; and Adopt the Successor Agency Administrative Budget for Fiscal Year 2015- 2016; and Direct staff to proceed with submitting the draft ROPS 15-16A for approval to the Oversight Board; and Send the approved ROPS to the County Executive Officer, County Auditor Controller, the State Controller and Department of Finance; and Instruct staff to post the approved ROPS 15-16A on the City's website. AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. CITY COUNCIL/CITY CLERK/ CITY TREASURER/STAFF REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS Request by Mayor Manuel Lozano for discussion & direction to staff on the following: • Direction for staff on a Contract Amendment proposed for the contact between the City and Infrastructure Engineers executed on June 19, 2014. Mayor Lozano stated that it appears that many of the City's projects are on hold or are not progressing as quickly as they should be; requested that the proposed Amendment with Infrastructure Engineers be reviewed and revised as necessary to minimize factors that may impede the progress of City projects. Councilmember Pacheco noted that this has been a concern of his as well; suggested that code and policy be re-examined to determine whether revisions can be made to address the problem; noted that it is common practice to issue a Request For Qualifications to develop a list of qualified professionals, thereby setting standards and parameters for qualified firms and keeping projects moving forward while still having accountability. Mayor Pro Tem Baca asked that the matter be brought back at a future date so that all members of Council can review the Amendment and seek additional information from staff as necessary. Councilmember Garcia reported on her recent attendance at the ICA Conference; stated that a great deal of useful information on public safety and economic trends; noted that one discussion covered the topic of money laundering and how it effects the economy; stated that all of the information was very valuable. Page 8 of 9 Mayor Pro Tern Baca commended staff on the great turnout at the Chinese Lunar New Year event; noted that she and Treasurer Contreras participated in "chasing the dragon," as well as enjoying the traditional cuisine; commented on how much those in attendance enjoyed the celebration. ADJOURNMENT There being no other business to discuss, and all other matters having been addressed, a motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Councilmember Rubio, to adjourn the meeting at 8:59 p.m. ATTEST: ( D Manuel Lozano, Mayor Alejandra Avila, ' ity Clerk APPROVED: M Ord* 02 NS Page 9 of 9