HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015 03 18 CC MIN MINUTES
BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 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 7:05 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 had been taken but that Council will reconvene to
Closed Session following the adjournment of this evening's meeting.
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 closed in memory of Walter Cubillo Gaines who
passed away at the age of 82 after his battle with cancer; noted that he is survived by four
children, one of whom is principal of Eldwin Elementary School; extended condolences to his
family and friends.
Mayor Lozano also asked that the meeting be closed in memory of Luis Fausto Carbajal, Father
of City Treasurer Maria Contreras who passed away at the age of 93. City Treasurer Contreras
took a moment to thank the community and friends for their kindness and condolences.
• Councilmember Garcia asked that the meeting be closed in memory of Naomi Muse, who
passed recently. Council extended condolences to her daughter, former Council Member Terri
Muse, and her entire family.
Councilmember Pacheco requested that the meeting be closed in memory of Yolanda
• Hernandez, age 41, who passed recently after succumbing to her battle with cancer.
Councilmember Pacheco provided a report on potential revenue sources and anticipated
funding expected over the coming years; reported on the recent meeting of the 2+2+2
Committee.
PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
• Presentation to proclaim March 23—27, 2015, as Adult Education Week.
A Proclamation presented to Dr. John Kerr, Senior Director of the Baldwin Park Adult and
Continuing Education Center.
• Certificates of Recognition to Winners of Adult Education Week Essay Contest"What Adult
Education Means to Me"
Certificates of Recognition were presented to six winners of the "What Adult Education
Means to Me" Essay Contest sponsored by the Baldwin Park Adult and Continuing
Education Center. The following received certificates:
Briayan Cisneros Andy Bautista Veronica Preciado
Alejandro Flores Maria Gallegos Gilberto Ramos
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
• Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:22 p.m. and noted that each speaker is
permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak.
Al Contreras, Baldwin Park resident and President of the Sister City Association, reported on his
recent participation in U.S. — Mexico City Conference held in Riverside, California; thanked
Mayor Lozano and Councilmember Pacheco for their attendance; noted that the Sister City
Association was recognized for its contributions to the community in 2014, including providing
14 scholarships to local youth, participation in the Santa Clothes program and donation of funds
to the Pop-Warner Football program; expressed appreciation to the City for its support of the
Association throughout the year.
Thomas Kerri, concerned citizen, commented on his attendance at the Court of Cook v Lozano;
inquired as to whether he could obtain a copy of the transcript; also requested copies of website
(blog) pages that were removed sometime in January; noted that this person did not pass the
State Bar the first time; expressed distaste for this person's blog and opined that he leaves out
facts when authoring articles; pointed out that, in the long run, it creates great cost to the
community because these activities because of litigation fees; opined that this person is a bully
and is toxic to the youth of Baldwin Park.
Al Luna, Baldwin Park resident, stated that he is appearing to complain to all who will listen;
stated that the City should quit giving things away for free; commented on the soccer league
and opined that the league fails to maintain the fields and players leave litter everywhere;
opined that Council is spending money that the City does not have and is giving away real
property for free; suggested that Council take a ride around the community to respond to
• problems city-wide; pointed out that some of the actions of council only benefit a small portion of
the citizens and that more should be done for the benefit of all citizens.
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Amanda Serrato, Baldwin Park resident, commented on the upkeep of residential properties;
noted that she recently received the latest Baldwin Park NOW publication which contained
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information on how to report blighted property, graffiti and other problems; stated that she called
in some problems in her neighborhood and received a prompt call back from staff; thanked
Council for its attention to the matter.
John Rios, Baldwin Park resident, expressed appreciation to Dan Wall, Public Works Director,
for the prompt response by his staff to calls made regarding problems in residential
neighborhoods; also express thanks to the Police Department for their availability and
protection; inquired as to why Council is promising things to the School District without financial
consideration; opined that the community is aware of"the buddy system" and Council should be
developing relationships with the community and not favoring any particular parties.
Al Pouliot, Commander of Post 241, American Legion of Veterans, Baldwin Park Chapter,
explained that the Legion has an opportunity to have a Verizon cell site installed on Legion
property but that the City turned down Verizon's application; noted that the additional income is
needed by the Legion and by local veterans; sought direction and suggestion by Council as to
how to overcome any barriers and get approval for the cell site installation.
Mayor Lozano stated that he would respond to Mr. Pouliot's request following the close
of Public Communications.
Greg Tuttle, Baldwin Park business owner, expressed his objection to the proposed contracts
with Montebello Housing which appear on this evening's agenda; opined that Montebello
Housing frequently lies about the quality of its projects; stated that it appears that the agreement
will begin under the presence of lies and urged staff to pay close attention when administering
• the contract; pointed out that Council needs to do what is best for the community and expressed
resentment for previous actions in which the City allegedly gave property to another developer
rather than selling the property; also noted that the local little league requires proof of residency
for its members and suggested that the soccer league should be required to do the same; said
that the league should be made up of local residents if they are going to take advantage of city
facilities and pointed out that they do not contribute in any way to the community; commented
on the possibility of allowing the building of a 2nd unit on a single family residential lot; noted that
Los Angeles recently allowed such construction and has had nothing but problems with it.
Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 7:39 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR
The following items were pulled for discussion from the Consent Calendar: Item No. 8 and 17.
1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS
Staff recommends that Council ratify the attached Warrants and Demands Register.
A motion was made by Pacheco, 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.
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2. TREASURER'S REPORT—JANUARY 2015
• Staff recommends that Council receive and file the Treasurer's Report for the month of
January 2015.
A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to
receive and file the Treasurer's Report for January 2015.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
3. MEETING MINUTES
Staff recommends that Council receive and file the following Meeting Minutes:
A. Meeting Minutes for the City Council Special Meeting held on October 3, 2012.
B. Meeting Minutes for the city Council Special, Regular meetings held on March 4,
2015.
A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to
receive and file the Minutes of October 3, 2012 and March 4, 2015.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
• 4. CONDUCT A SECOND READING, BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE FURTHER
READING, AND FOLLOWING SUCH READING, ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 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)"
Staff recommends that Council conduct a second reading, by title only, and waive further
reading, and following such reading, adopt Ordinance No. 1368, "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)."
A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0)to
approve and adopt Ordinance No. 1368, "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)."
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
• NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
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5. CONDUCT A SECOND READING, BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE FURTHER
READING, AND FOLLOWING SUCH READING, ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1372,
.
ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
AMENDING SECTION 93.01, DEFINITIONS, OF CHAPTER 93, FIRE PREVENTION
FIREWORKS, OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO
BANKING REQUIREMENTS FOR SAFE AND SANE FIREWORKS APPLICANTS
AND PERMITEES"
Staff recommends that Council conduct a second reading, by title only, and waive further
reading, and following such reading, adopt Ordinance No. 1372, "AN ORDINANCE OF
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING SECTION 93.01,
DEFINITIONS, OF CHAPTER 93, FIRE PREVENTION FIREWORKS, OF THE
BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO BANKING REQUIREMENTS
FOR SAFE AND SANE FIREWORKS APPLICANTS AND PERMITEES."
A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to
approve and adopt Ordinance No. 1372, "AN ORDINANCE OF CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING SECTION 93.01,
DEFINITIONS, OF CHAPTER 93, FIRE PREVENTION FIREWORKS, OF THE
BALDWIN 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.
• 6. APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE THE ENTRY INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT FOR FIVE
NEW COPY MACHINES
Staff recommends that Council approve entering into a 60-month Lease Agreement with
CBE Office Solutions through Cell Business Equipment for five new Canon copy
machines.
A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0)to
authorize entry into a 60-month Lease Agreement with CBE Office Solutions
through Cell Business Equipment for five new Canon copy machines..
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
7. LETTER IN SUPPORT OF THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES OPPOSING THE
GOVERNOR'S BUDGET PROPOSAL AFFECTING REDEVELOPMENT
DISSOLUTION (RN #15 08847)
Staff recommends that Council approve a letter to the California State Department of
Finance supporting the League of California Cities' opposition to the Governor's budget
proposal affecting redevelopment dissolution (RN #15 08847).
• A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to
approve the letter as drafted and send to the finalize letter to the California State
Department of Finance.
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AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
• ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
8. APPROVE AMENDMENTS FOR GENERAL ON-CALL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENTS
Staff recommends that Council approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the
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Amendments to three General On-Call Professional Services Agreements.
Mayor Lozano requested that this item be pulled from the Consent Calendar and
directed that the item be brought back at a future Council meeting.
9. APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2015-060, ENTITLED "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
INITIATING THE PROCEEDINGS AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF THE
ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE CITYWIDE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING
MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FY2015-2016"
Staff recommends that Council approve Resolution No. 2015-060, entitled "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK INITIATING THE PROCEEDINGS
AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE
CITYWIDE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT FOR FY2015-2016."
A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to
approve Resolution No. 2015-060, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK INITIATING THE PROCEEDINGS AND ORDERING
PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE CITYWIDE
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
FOR FY2015-2016."
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
10. APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2015-061, ENTITLED "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
OF BALDWIN PARK INITIATING THE PROCEEDINGS AND ORDERING
PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE PARKS MAINTENANCE
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FY2015-2016"
Staff recommends that Council approve Resolution No. 2015-061 entitled "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK INITIATING THE PROCEEDINGS
AND ORDERING PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE PARKS
MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FY2015-2016."
A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to
approve Resolution No. 2015-061 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK INITIATING THE PROCEEDINGS AND ORDERING
PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE PARKS
MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FY2015-2016."
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
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11. AUTHORIZE THE ADVERTISEMENT OF A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR
• CITYWIDE JANITORIAL SERVICES
Staff recommends that Council approve and authorize the Director of Recreation and
Community Services to proceed with advertisement of an RFP for janitorial services.
A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0)to
authorize the advertisement of a Request for Proposals for Citywide Janitorial
Services.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
12. APPROVE THE 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 execute the
Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (ENA) with Montebello Housing Development
Corporation for an Affordable Housing Mixed Use Development Project between Badillo
Street and Ramona Boulevard.
A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0)to
approve the Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Montebello Housing
• Development Corporation for an Affordable Housing Mixed Use Development
Project between Badillo Street and Ramona Boulevard.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Lozano, and carried (5 - 0)to
bring Item No. 12 back for further discussion.
Councilmember Rubio stated that, while Montebello Housing is a reputable
developer, there several developers that are interested in building on the
property in question and are financially ready and willing to purchase the
property for development; noted that these developers have previously
presented to Council during Study Sessions and that it may be a better option
to select a developer who is funded up front; suggested that Council rescind
the approval and sell the property to a developer who is willing to pay market
value.
Mayor Pro Tem Baca also expressed reservation to approving the ENA
because representatives from Montebello have been unresponsive in
meeting with her to explore development on an alternate property rather than
the selected lot.
• A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Garcia, to approve the ENA
with Montebello Housing Development Corporation. Upon hearing the
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motion, Mayor Pro Tern Baca and Councilmember Rubio voted against the
• motion.
With the objection, Mayor Lozano directed the City Clerk to take the vote by
roll call. The results are as follows:
AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Pacheco
NOES: Baca, Rubio
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
Motion carried by a vote of 3—2 to approve the ENA with Montebello
Housing Development Corporation.
13. AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF FIVE TRANSIT BUSES
Staff recommends that Council authorize:
1. Staff to enter into a cooperative public contract purchasing program with CaIACT
Procurement to use their existing negotiated pricing and proposal;
2. Authorize the Mayor to sign the purchase agreement with Creative Bus Sales for the
purchase of five clean air transit fleet buses in the amount of$2,177,747.30; and
3. Approve the appropriation of the funds for this purchase.
A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 —0) to:
1. approve and authorize staff to enter into a cooperative public contract
• purchasing program with CaIACT Procurement to use their existing
negotiated pricing and proposal;
2. approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the purchase agreement with
Creative Bus Sales for the purchase of five clean air transit fleet buses in the
amount of$2,177,747.30; and
3. Approve the appropriation of the funds for this purchase
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
14. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS AT TWO
INTERSECTIONS
Staff recommends that Council:
1. Award a construction contract to PTM General Engineering Services, Inc. in the
amount of$343,933 and authorize the Mayor to execute said contract; and
2. Authorize the Director of Public Works to execute any necessary change orders in an
aggregate amount not to exceed ten percent (10%) of the original contract ($34,393);
and
3. Authorize the Director of Finance to appropriate an additional $50,000 in Gas Tax
Funds for this Project.
• A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 —0) to:
1. Award a construction contract to PTM General Engineering Services, Inc. in
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the amount of $343,933 and authorize the Mayor to execute said contract;
and
2. Authorize the Director of Public Works to execute any necessary change
orders in an aggregate amount not to exceed ten percent (10%) of the
original contract ($34,393); and
3. Authorize the Director of Finance to appropriate an additional $50,000 in Gas
Tax Funds for this Project
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
15. APPROVE TRACT MAP NO. 69638 AND AGREEMENT FOR OFF-SITE
IMPROVEMENTS
Staff recommends that Council approve Tract Map No. 69638 and authorize the Mayor
to execute the associated Agreement to perform Off-Site Improvements associated with
the project.
A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 —0) to
approve Tract Map No. 69638 and authorize the Mayor to execute the associated
Agreement to perform Off-Site Improvements associated with the project.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
16. CONDUCT A FIRST READING, BY TITLE ONLY, AND WAIVE FURTHER READING
TO INTRODUCE ORDINANCE NO. 1373, ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING TITLE IX, CHAPTER 97,
BY ADDING SECTION 97.023, "STREET CUT MORATORIUM" TO THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH A STREET CUT
MORATORIUM ON NEWLY PAVED STREETS"
Staff recommends that Council conduct a first reading, by title only, and waive further
reading to introduce Ordinance No. 1373, entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING TITLE IX, CHAPTER 97, BY
ADDING SECTION 97.023, "STREET CUT MORATORIUM" TO THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH A STREET CUT MORATORIUM
ON NEWLY PAVED STREETS."
A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to
approve and conduct a first reading, by title only, and waive further reading to
introduce Ordinance No. 1373, entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING TITLE IX, CHAPTER
97, BY ADDING SECTION 97.023, "STREET CUT MORATORIUM"TO THE
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH A STREET CUT
MORATORIUM ON NEWLY PAVED STREETS."
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
• NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
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17. APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2015-054, ENTITLED "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF
•
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AND THE BALDWIN
PARK POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION PROVIDING FOR EMPLOYEES
REPRESENTED BY THE BALDWIN PARK POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION"
Staff recommends that Council approve Resolution No. 2015-054, entitled "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK,
APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK AND THE BALDWIN PARK POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION
PROVIDING FOR EMPLOYEES REPRESENTED BY THE BALDWIN PARK POLICE
OFFICERS ASSOCIATION."
Councilmember Baca requested that this item be pulled from the Consent
Calendar and brought back at the Council meeting of April 1, 2015.
A motion was made by Baca, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5— 0) to pull
this item from the Consent Calendar and bring this item back at the April 1, 2015,
Council meeting.
PUBLIC HEARING
18. AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION'S DECISION TO DENY A REQUEST
FOR A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THE OFF-SITE SALES OF BEER AND
WINE (TYPE 20) IN CONJUNCTION WITH A CONVENIENCE STORE PURSUANT TO
SECTION 153.120.050.A.1 IN THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE. (LOCATION: 3160
• BALDWIN PARK BOULEVARD; APPLICANT: BOB ABBOTT WITH STANTEC
ARCHITECTURE, REPRESENTING CHEVRON CORPORATION; CASE NUMBER:
CP-818.)
Staff and the Planning Commission recommend that, following the de novo public
hearing, held in accordance with Section 153.210.150.E of the City's Municipal Code,
the City Council open the public hearing, receive any public comment, close the public
hearing, and adopt Resolution No. 2015-063, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ADOPTING THE FINDINGS OF FACT
AND DENYING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW THE OFF-SITE SALES OF
BEER AND WINE IN CONJUNCTION WITH A CONVENIENCE STORE PURSUANT
TO SECTION 153.120.050.A.1 OF THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE. (LOCATION: 3160
BALDWIN PARK BLVD.; APPLICANT: BOB ABBOTT WITH STANTEC
ARCHITECTURE REPRESENTING CHEVRON CORPORATION; CASE NUMBER: CP-
818).
Planner Amy Harbin noted that the appellant has requested that the hearing be
continued to April 15, 2015; provided a history of the application process, the
determination factors used in the Planning Commission's decision to decline the
application, and then answered questions from Council.
Mayor Lozano opened the Public Hearing at 8:05 p.m. and invited comments in support
of the appeal.
• Bob Abbott, Stantec Architecture, requested that the date certain of April 15, 2015, be
approved for the continuance of the Appeal Hearing on Case No. CP-818, Chevron
Corporation.
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Thomas Kern stated that the appeal should be upheld and the decision of the Planning
Commission be overturned, stating that he sees nothing objectionable to granting the
•
permit.
Seeing no others wishing to speak in support of this item, Mayor Lozano opened the
floor and invited comments in opposition of the appeal.
Al Luna, expressed his objection to granting the liquor permit; pointed out that there are
an abundance of liquor stores; opined that it is not to the benefit of the community and
1 promotes the consumption of alcohol.
Seeing no others wishing to speak in opposition of the appeal, Mayor Lozano closed the
Public Hearing at 1:12 p.m.
After brief discussion, Council determined that additional time would be required and
directed staff to bring this item back for another hearing and consideration at the April
15, 2015, Council meeting.
A motion was made by Baca, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5 —0) to have
this item held over to the Regular City Council meeting of April 15, 2015.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
• 19. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING FIVE YEAR CONSOLIDATED PLAN, FISCAL YEAR
2015-2016 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN, THE CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PLAN AND
ANALYSIS OF IMPEDIMENTS TO FAIR HOUSING CHOICE/FAIR HOUSING PLAN.
Staff recommends that Council conduct the public hearing and, following the public
hearing, approve the allocations for the FY 2014-2015 CDBG public service programs by
selecting one of the following options:
Option No. 1: Approve the Joint Commission's recommendations for funding as revised
by staff; or
Option No. 2: Revise allocations as the City Council deems appropriate.
City Housing Manager Suzie Ruelas noted that the Plan is in compliance with the
requirements needed to obtain grant funds from the Community Development Block
Grant (CDBG) program. Ms. Ruelas provided the necessary timeline associated with
submission of the plan in order to qualify for grant fund applications.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Rubio, and carried (5—0) to
approve the allocations for the FY 2014-2015 CDBG public service programs and
Approve the Joint Commission's recommendations for funding as revised by
staff.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
• ABSTAIN: None.
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REPORTS OF OFFICERS
• 20. SELECTION OF PRINTING OPTIONS AND AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PRINTING
OF THE BALDWIN PARK NOW
Staff recommends that Council:
1. Award the contract for the printing of the Baldwin Park NOW to iColor Printing &
Mailing for a period of one year; and
2. Select printing option job specifications; and
3. Select printing frequency; and
4. Authorize the Mayor to execute the associated agreement.
Council requested that this item be held and brought back at the Council meeting
of April 15, 2015.
21. AWARD OF STREET SWEEPING CONTRACT TO ATHENS SERVICES
Staff recommends that Council award a three-year contract for street sweeping services
to Athens Services for an initial cost of$19.78 per lane mile.
Council requested that this item be held and brought back at the Council meeting
of April 15, 2015.
CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION
CONSENT CALENDAR
• All items listed are considered to be routine business by the City Council and will be approved
with one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a City
Councilmember so requests, in which case, the item will be removed from the general order of
business and considered in its normal sequence on the agenda.
1. APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE THE EXCLUSIVE NEGOTIATION AGREEMENT
WITH MONTEBELLO HOUSING FOR THE DESIGN OF A VETERANS HOUSING
PROJECT
Staff recommends that Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the
Exclusive Negotiation Agreement with Montebello Housing for the design of a
Veterans Housing Project.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5—0) to
approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the Exclusive Negotiation
Agreement with Montebello Housing for the design of a Veterans Housing
Project.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
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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 brought back at the next
regularly scheduled Council meeting as he has additional research that he
wishes to complete.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no other business to discuss, and all other matters having been addressed, a
motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, to adjourn the meeting at 8:22 p.m.
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