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BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
• MARCH 4, 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 7:10 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 stated that no reportable action was taken on items discussed during Closed
Session.
A motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Councilmember Pacheco, and carried (5—
0) to adjourn the Special Meeting of March 4, 2015.
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 this evening's meeting be closed in member of Luis Fausto Carbajal,
Father of City Treasurer Maria Contreras who passed away at the age of 93.
Councilmember Pacheco requested that the meeting be closed in memory of Yolanda
Hernandez who passed recently from cancer; noted that her family has resided in Baldwin Park
for many years and requested that thoughts and prayers be extended to her family.
Councilmember Garcia asked that the community and Council keep Terri Muse and her mother,
who is very ill, in their thoughts and prayers; asked that any comforting words be extended to
Terri and her family in this difficult time.
• Councilmember Rubio extended her thoughts to the family of the City Treasurer; invited the
community to an open meeting where citizens can provide input on community parks and the
possibility development of Park Plaza across from City Hall.
Mayor Pro Tern Baca reminded everyone that March is National Kidney Month and encouraged
everyone to help support the Kidney Foundation and those in need of a kidney transplant; also
• announced that St. John's is holding its annual Fashion Show.
Councilmember Pacheco also announced that Baldwin Park is holding its annual "Hiring Spree"
which provides opportunities for job seekers to meet face to face with employers and those who
can guide job seekers with interviewing techniques and polishing their resumes.
Councilmember Pacheco also provided a brief announcement regarding the meeting of Mayor
Pro Tern Baca, Councilmember Pacheco and Los Angeles County Supervisor Hilda Solis to
discuss new employment and educational opportunities and programs that may help boost
employment opportunities.
Councilmember Rubio asked that everyone acknowledge the anniversary of the march from
Selma to Montgomery, Alabama, which marked one of the many demonstrations associated
with the Civil Rights Movement; also congratulated Andrea Miller who recently retired from COG
and was selected as the City Manager with the City of Covina.
Mayor Pro Tern Baca reminded everyone of the upcoming Baldwin Park Women's Club
Scholarship Dinner, noting that the fundraiser helps finance scholarships for youth throughout
the community.
PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
Presentation of Proclamation recognizing March 13, 2015, as L. Ron Hubbard Day
S Mayor Pro Tem Baca presented a Proclamation to Eden Stein to recognize and proclaim
March 13, 2015, as L. Ron Hubbard Day.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:17 p.m. and noted that each speaker is
permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak.
Ken Woods, Baldwin Park resident, expressed great appreciation to staff for cleaning up all the
trash and debris on Alderson; also mentioned that those living on Badillo will be pleased with
the new parking permit program being implemented.
Phil Corre, Baldwin Park resident, expressed deepest appreciation for the floral arrangement
sent to his family after the recent passing of his mother; noted that arrangements are being
made to send his mother's body to Puerto Rico where she is originally from; thanked everyone
for the outpouring of sympathy and supporting prayers.
Cindy Oh, Baldwin Park resident at Park Shadow apartments, explained that the Zumba classes
being held at Morgan Park create a great deal of disturbance; stated that she and her neighbors
have called police several times because of the loud music and shouting but was told that there
isn't much she can do about it; sought assistance from City Council to resolve the problem.
Leslie Britto, Baldwin Park resident at Park Shadow apartments, also spoke about the problems
with the Zumba classes disturbing the peace in the apartment community; stated that attempts
S were made to meet with facilitators of the classes but without success; said letters have also
been sent but without results.
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Thomas Kerri, concerned citizen, stated that he had attended the court hearing for the case of
Cook v. Lozano; noted that the hearing did not go in favor of Mr. Cook; pointed out that Mr.
• Cook continuously complains about the City and Council wasting taxpayers' money and how he
is helping the people of the community but, in reality, he is taking away money from the City that
could be used for worth-while programs.
May Shovan, Baldwin Park resident and HOA President at Park Shadow apartments; echoed
the feelings of others who spoke against the Zumba classes and how loud classes are; sent
several letters, made telephone calls, and no one has stepped forward to take responsibility;
pointed out that simply lowering the volume of the music would suffice.
John Rios, Baldwin Park resident, stated that he agrees with comments by Councilmember
Garcia with regard to the building at Walnut Creek that is falling apart; stated that, while the
entire area needs to be revitalized, repairing the building should be a priority.
Dan Kelnan, Baldwin Park resident, requested that weed abatement be done on the vacant land
owned by Jared Hannah, located along Kenwood and Baldwin Park Blvd.
Bill Santino, Baldwin Park resident, pointed out that the basketball court at Central Park has
some issues with cracks and the court is slanted; asked that someone do a site visit and make
the necessary repairs.
Amanda Zerrato, Baldwin Park resident, stated that there are still problems with homes and
yards not being maintained, garbage being dumped on vacant lots, and other unsightly
problems; pointed out that the problem is wide spread throughout the community; asked what
will be done to alleviate the problem and how will the City keep it in check.
• Greq Tuttle, Baldwin Park business owner, stated that staff deserves more credit than previous
recognized; pointed out that all City officials and staff should be applauded for their efforts on
the Audit Committee and the results that are finally being realized as a result; recognized Amy
Harbin and Marc Castagnola for their work in bringing building permit revenue and planning
approval revenue up significantly; opined that everyone did a fantastic job.
Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at7:49 p.m.
Mayor Lozano stated that he would refer this evening's speakers to the appropriate City staff
members to assist with resolving issues that have not been thus far.
Councilmember Rubio thanked Mr. Tuttle for his support and for attending all of the Audit
Committee meetings; clarified that only two Councilmembers are permitted to attend a
meeting without violating open meeting laws.
CONSENT CALENDAR
City Attorney Tafoya stated the Agenda Item No. 12 still has some legal issues that require
finalization and that the item should be pulled from the agenda and brought back at a future
date.
Mayor Lozano spoke of the recent hearing he attended in Cook v. Lozano; stated that the Judge
handed down a Tentative Ruling which required that each party submit a 5-page brief detailing
• the mitigating circumstances which prompted the restraining order; announced that the Judge
ruled against Mr. Cook and the case was dismissed with prejudice.
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Councilmember Rubio requested that Item No. 7 be taken separately for discussion.
10 A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to approve, adopt and
authorize Item Nos. 1 through 6 and Item Nos. 8 through 11.
1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS
Staff recommends City Council ratify the attached Warrants and Demands Register.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0)to ratify the
Warrants and Demands Register.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
2. REJECTION OF CLAIMS
Staff recommends that Council reject the following claims and direct staff to send the
appropriate notice of rejection to claimants:
Gonzales, Manuel - Claimant alleges wrongful impound of vehicle
Reese, John Dale - Claimant alleges damages caused by rocks thrown from the skate
park
Rivera-Crunk, Rosie - Claimant alleges damages caused by trip and fall
• A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5— 0) to reject the
claims listed on the Staff Report and direct staff to send the appropriate notice of
rejection to claimants.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
3. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
Staff recommends that Council receive and file the following Meeting Minutes:
A. Meeting Minutes of November 7, 2012, for the City Council Special and Regular
meetings.
B. Meeting Minutes of February 18, 2015, for the City Council Special, Regular, Finance
and Housing Authority meetings.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5— 0) to receive and
file the minutes.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
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4. APPROVE BUS FARE INCREASES AND SCHEDULE CHANGES
Staff recommends that Council approve and authorize:
1. An increase in bus fares from $0.80 to $1.00 for general passengers;
2. An increase in bus fares from $0.40 to $0.50 for seniors and Dial-A-Ride users;
3. The Director of Public Works to make a 15% reduction in bus revenue hours; and
4. The Director of Finance to make payments at the end of each quarter, during the two
years immediately following implementation of recommendations 1 through 3 above, to
Berkshire Consulting Group, equal to 20% of the increase in available transit funds
attributable to those recommendations as realized in that quarter.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5— 0) to receive and
file the minutes.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
5. AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF POLICE PATROL VEHICLES
Staff recommends that Council approve:
a. Waiving the formal bidding process pursuant to §34.37 of the Baldwin Park Municipal
Code on three vehicles as existing cooperative purchasing contracts already exist with
other governmental agencies;
b. Waiving the formal bidding process for the purchase and installation of the emergency
equipment pursuant to §34.23(C);
c. Authorize the Police Department to purchase the new vehicles and equipment through
existing contracts, joining in the cooperative purchasing contract, or through
procedures outlined above;
d. Appropriate $36,476 of Federal Asset Forfeiture Funds to account
205.30.340.58110.00000.2 for the restricted purchase of new equipment to equip three
new Police Department Patrol Vehicles and authorize the Director of Finance to take
the necessary action to make the required budget amendment of$36,476 to account
205.30.340.58110.00000.2.
e. Authorize the Chief of Police, or his designee, to complete all appropriate
documentation to complete the purchases.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 —0) to authorize the
purchase of Police Patrol Vehicles in accordance with Staff Recommendation No. a
through e.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
6. APPROVE PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH WIRELESS CAPITAL PARTNERS FOR
CELL TOWER LEASE
• Staff recommends that Council approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the attached
Purchase and Sale Agreements with Wireless Capital Partners and authorize the Chief
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Executive Officer or his designee to execute any other documents related to closing of the
sale.
• A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to approve and
authorize the Mayor to sign the attached Purchase and Sale Agreements with Wireless
Capital Partners and authorize the Chief Executive Officer or his designee to execute
any other documents related to closing of the sale.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
7. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH CONSOLIDATED EDISON SOLUTIONS, INC. TO
CODUCT AN ENERGY AUDIT
Staff recommends that Council approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement
with Consolidated Edison Solutions, Inc., to conduct an Investment Grade Audit evaluating
energy use.
Councilmember Rubio requested that this item be taken separately for discussion. In
reviewing the item, she requested that the contract be reviewed and possibly the
representatives from Consolidated Edison Solutions could attend a Study Session for
more fully explain how the program works.
Director of Public Works, Dan Wall, briefly provided an overview of the services to be
• provided, the implications of the "good faith" clause and the overall intent.
Councilmember Rubio continued to express concern and reservations to approving the
contract at this time and requested that the item be brought back at a later date.
Councilmember Pacheco pointed out that there is no cost associated with this contract;
stated that the contingency clause does not have any direct and immediate contract
since the contract first approved the study and a separate contract would be negotiated
to address any deficiencies that might be found.
Councilmember Garcia concurred with Councilmember Pacheco in that the City may as
well take advantage of the fact that the services are free to the City.
City Attorney Tafoya stated that the contract does not imply any obligation but since
there is confusion it would be a good idea to bring the item back after Council has had a
chance to more fully understand the contract.
Michael Chapin, representative for Consolidated Edison Solutions, Inc., spoke to Council
regarding the contract, the intent and the requirements; briefly explained that the
company would need copies of building inventories and energy meters, would need
some staff time to do site visits, and the overall process would take 60 to 90 days.
A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Garcia, to approve and authorize the
Mayor to sign the Agreement with Consolidated Edison Solutions, Inc., to conduct an
Investment Grade Audit evaluating energy use.
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Noting the objection by Mayor Pro Tem Baca, Mayor Lozano requested that City
Clerk Avila to take a Roll Call Vote.
• AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Pacheco
NOES: Baca, Rubio
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
Following Roll Call Vote, motion carried 3 —2 (Ayes: Lozano, Garcia, Pacheco;
Noes: Baca, Rubio) to approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement with
Consolidated Edison Solutions, Inc., to conduct an Investment Grade Audit
evaluating energy use.
8. CONDUCT A FIRST READING, BY TITLE ONLY, AND WAIVE FURTHER READING TO
INTRODUCE ORDINANCE NO. 1372, ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING SECTION 9301,
DEFINITIONS, OF CHAPTER 93, FIRE PREVENTION FIREWORKS, OF THE
BANKDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO BANKING
REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE AND SANE FIREWORKS APPLICANTS AND
PERMITEES"
Staff recommends that Council conduct a first reading, by title only, and waive further
reading to introduce ordinance no. 1372, entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING SECTION 9301,
DEFINITIONS, OF CHAPTER 93, FIRE PREVENTION FIREWORKS, OF THE
BANKDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO BANKING REQUIREMENTS
FOR SAFE AND SANE FIREWORKS APPLICANTS AND PERMITEES"
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to conduct a
first reading, by title only, and waive further reading to introduce ordinance no. 1372,
entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN
PARK AMENDING SECTION 9301, DEFINITIONS, OF CHAPTER 93, FIRE
PREVENTION FIREWORKS, OF THE BANKDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE WITH
RESPECT TO BANKING REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE AND SANE FIREWORKS
APPLICANTS AND PERMITEES."
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
9. CONDUCT A SECOND READING, BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE FURTHER READING,
AND FOLLOWING SUCH READING, ADOPT ORDINANCE No. 1370, TO REPEAL OF
CHAPTER 133 OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE CONCERNING SEX
OFFENDERS
Staff recommends that Council conduct a second reading, by title only, and waive further
reading, and following such reading, adopt 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."
• A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to conduct a
second reading, by title only, and waive further reading, and following such reading,
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adopt 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."
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
10. APPROVE AND ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2015-053, ENTITLED "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING
THE SEWER SYSTEM MANAGEMENT PLAN UPDATE AS REQUIRED BY THE STATE
WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD."
Staff recommends that Council approve and adopt Resolution No. 2015-053, entitled "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Adopting the Sewer
System Management Plan Update as required by the State Water Resources Control
Board."
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to approve
and adopt Resolution No. 2015-053, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Baldwin Park, California, Adopting the Sewer System Management Plan
Update as required by the State Water Resources Control Board."
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
• ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
11. ESTABLISHMENT OF PREFERENTIAL PARKING ZONE ON THE NORTHSIDE OF
15100-15300 BLOCKS OF BADILLO STREET
Staff recommends that Council approve and adopt Resolution No. 2015-052, entitled "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Establishing
Parking Zones for the 15100-15300 blocks of Badillo street."
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to approve
and adopt Resolution No. 2015-052, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Baldwin Park, California, Establishing Parking Zones for the 15100-15300
blocks of Badillo street."
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
12. CONSIDERATION OF AN EXCLUSIVE NEGOTIATION AGREEMENT WITH
MONTEBELLO HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR AN AFFORDABLE
HOUSING MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT BETWEEN BADILLO STREET AND
RAMONA BOULEVARD
• Staff recommends that Council approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the proposed
Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Montebello Housing Development Corporation.
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See related Housing Successor Agency Item No. 1 below under its Consent
Calendar
• A MOTION WAS MADE BY MAYOR LOZANO AND SECONDED BY MAYOR PRO
TEM BACA, CARRIED (5 — 0) TO PULL THIS ITEM FROM THE CONSENT
CALENDAR AND WILL BE BROUGHT BACK AT A FUTURE MEETING.
PUBLIC HEARING
13. A REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND A SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT TO SPECIFIC
PLAN 06-01 FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF A 51 UNIT SINGLE-FAMILY DETACHED
GATED CONDOMINIUM PROJECT INCLUDING THE RELOCATION OF TWO
WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES WITHIN THE R-1 (SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL 1) AND MU-2 (MIXED-USE 2) ZONES. ADDITIONALLY, THE PROJECT
INCLUDES A REQUEST FOR A ZONE CHANGE TO APPLY THE SPECIFIC PLAN
OVERLAY TO ASSESSOR PARCEL NO. 8552-017-004. A RELATED REQUEST IS
FOR A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP TO CONSOLIDATE TWELVE (12) LOTS OR
PORTIONS THEREOF INTO ONE (1) LOT OF LAND FOR A 51 DWELLING UNIT
RESIDENTIAL CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION AND ONE (1) LOT OF LAND FOR A
WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY WITHIN THE SAME ZONING
DESIGNATIONS. LOCATION: SOUTHWEST CORNER OF BALDWIN PARK
BOULEVARD AND MERCED AVENUE (LOCATION: ASSESSOR'S PARCEL
NUMBERS: 8552-017-004, 8552-017-068, 069, 070, 071, 072, 073, 074, 075, 076, 077,
AND 078); APPLICANT: KLL INVESTMENTS, LLC; CASE NUMBERS: Z-554, SP 14-
01, AND TM-72195.
Staff and the Planning Commission recommend that the City Council open the public
hearing and following the public hearing:
Mayor Lozano declared the Public Hearing Open at 8:15 p.m. and invited those wishing
to speak in support of the project.
Seeing no one wishing to speak in support of the project, Mayor Lozano concluded the
hearing from those wishing to support the project and invited those wishing to speak
against the proposed project to come forward.
Thomas Kerri, concerned citizen, spoke out against the project; asked whether those
building the project would enjoy having this type of high-density residential buildings in
their neighborhoods; opined that the traffic much too congested already and feels this will
only make it worse; feels that the new homes will only create more problems;
acknowledged that the City needs tax money but feels things are being crammed into a
small space.
Dan Kelnan, Baldwin Park resident, stated that the proposed site in next door to his home
and pointed out that some of the condominiums being build are three-story buildings and
create a matter of personal privacy for neighbors.
Unidentified Speaker, Baldwin Park resident, opined that the property should only have
single family dwellings and not condos or apartments.
• Seeing no others wishing to speak on the matter, Mayor Lozano closed the Public
Hearing at 8:15 p.m.
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Chief Executive Officer Yauchzee spoke briefly to address some of the issues, concerns
and questions that have been brought up previously.
• City Planner Harbin narrated a PowerPoint presentation, addressing those areas that
were of concern to Council and to the community feedback received thus far.
Jim Powers, representative from Mega 5 Partners, offered to answer any questions or
address concerns that Council may have. In response to questions from Council, Mr.
Powers explained the views provided in each of the units to assure the property owners
that there would be no visual encroachment.
Following discussion by Council, a motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by
Councilmember Pacheco, carried (5— 0) to:
1) Adopt Resolution 2015-047 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING AND ADOPTING
THE MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
FOR A ZONE CHANGE TO APPLY THE SPECIFIC PLAN (SP) OVERLAY TO
ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 8552-017-004, A SPECIFIC PLAN
AMENDMENT TO AN EXISTING SPECIFIC PLAN FOR THE DEVELOPMENT
OF A 51-UNIT SINGLE-FAMILY DETACHED GATED CONDOMINIUM
PROJECT INCLUDING THE RELOCATION OF TWO WIRELESS
COMMUNICATIONS FACILITIES, AND A TENTATIVE TRACT MAP TO
CONSOLIDATE TWELVE LOTS OR PORTIONS THEREOF INTO ONE LOT
OF LAND FOR A 51-UNIT DETACHED RESIDENTIAL DWELLING UNIT
CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION AND ONE LOT OF LAND FOR A WIRELESS
COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY WITHIN THE R-1, (SINGLE-FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL) AND MU-2 (MIXED USE 2) ZONES. (LOCATION:
ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBERS: 8552-017-004, 8552-017-068, 069, 070,
071, 072, 073, 074, 075, 076, 077, AND 078; APPLICANT: KLL
INVESTMENTS, LLC; CASE NUMBERS: Z-554, SP 14-01 AND TM-72195);"
and
2) Introduce for first reading, by title only and waive further reading,
Ordinance 1368, entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ADOPTING THE FINDINGS OF FACT AND
APPROVING A ZONE CHANGE ADDING THE SPECIFIC PLAN (SP)
OVERLAY TO THE PROPERTY IDENTIFIED WITH ASSESSOR PARCEL
NUMBER 8552-017-004 (APPLICANT: KLL INVESTMENTS, LLC; CASE
NUMBER Z-554);" and
3) Adopt Resolution 2015-048 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ADOPTING THE FINDINGS
OF FACT AND APPROVING A SPECIFIC PLAN AMENDMENT AND
TENTATIVE TRACT MAP TO CONSOLIDATE TWELVE LOTS OR
PORTIONS THEREOF INTO NO MORE THAN TWO LOTS FOR A
DETACHED 51-UNIT DETACHED DWELLING UNIT RESIDENTIAL
CONDOMINIUM SUBDIVISION AND WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS
FACILITY WITHIN THE R-1 (SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL) AND MU-2
(MIXED USE 2) ZONES (LOCATION: ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBERS:
8552-017-004, 8552-017-068, 069, 070, 071, 072, 073, 074, 075, 076, 077,
• AND 078; APPLICANT: KLL INVESTMENTS, LLC; CASE NUMBERS: Z-
554, SP 14-01 AND TM-72195)."
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CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY
• CONSENT CALENDAR
14. CONSIDERATION OF AN EXCLUSIVE NEGOTIATION AGREEMENT WITH
MONTEBELLO HOUSING DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR AN AFFORDABLE
HOUSING MIXED USE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT BETWEEN BADILLO STREET AND
RAMONA BOULEVARD
Staff recommends that Council approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the proposed
Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Montebello Housing Development Corporation.
See related City Council Item No. 12 above under its Consent Calendar
A MOTION WAS MADE BY MAYOR LOZANO AND SECONDED BY MAYOR PRO
TEM BACA, CARRIED (5 — 0) TO PULL THIS ITEM FROM THE CONSENT
CALENDAR AND WILL BE BROUGHT BACK AT A FUTURE MEETING.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS
CITY COUNCIL/CITY CLERK / CITY TREASURER/ STAFF REQUESTS &
COMMUNICATIONS
Request by Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco for discussion & direction on the following:
• Discussion on City Scholarships for low income and disadvantaged Baldwin Park
students to Attend Mt. San Antonio College (Mt. SAC) in order to encourage the pursuit
of self-improvement and a higher education within our community.
Councilmember Pacheco requested that this item be moved to the next Council meeting as he
. would like to gather additional information.
Mayor Pro Tern Baca directed staff, specifically City Planner Harbin and Community Development
Director Castagnola, to investigate whether vacant businesses could be offered an opportunity to
apply for a Conditional Use Permit in order to fill those empty store fronts and generate revenue in
the city.
Mayor Lozano noted that Council would be adjourning back to Closed Session to continue
discussions.
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
Regular meeting at 8:27 p.m. .`
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ATTEST:
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nuel Lozano, Mayor
Alejandra Avil- City Clerk
APPROVED: 3 9 13 115
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