HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015 03 25NOTICE AND CALL
OF
SPECIAL
OF
CITY COUNCIL
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE AFOREMENTIONED AGENCIES AND THE CITY CLERK OF
THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting is hereby called to be held on
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2015 at 5:30 PM. at City Hall — 3rd Floor Conference Room 307,
14403 East Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, CA 91706.
Said Special Meeting shall be for the purpose of conducting business in accordance with
the attached Agenda.
NO OTHER BUSINESS WILL BE DISCUSSED
Dated: March 26, 2015 All—
Manuel Lozano
Mayor
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Alejandra Avila, City Clerk of the City of Baldwin Park, certify that I caused the
aforementioned Notice and Call of a Special Meeting to be delivered via email (hard copy to
follow) to each Member and e-mail to the San Gabriel Valley Tribune, and that I posted said
notice as required by law on March 26, 2015.
Alejandra Avila
City Clerk
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CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
APRIL 1, 2015
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CITY HALL — 3rd Floor, Conference Rooms 307
14403 EAST PACIFIC AVENUE
BALDWIN PARK, CA 917
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Manuel Lozano
- Mayor
Cruz Baca
- Mayor Pro Tern
Monica Garcia
- Councilmember
Ricardo Pacheco -
Councilmember
Susan Rubio
- Councilmember
Please note
time and
meeting
location
PLEASE TURN OFF CELL PHONES AND PAGERS WHILE MEETING IS IN PROCESS
POR FA VOR DE APA GAR SUS TELEFONOS CEL ULARES Y BEEPERS DURANTE LA JUNTA
PUBLIC COMMENTS
The public is encouraged to address the City
Council or any of its Agencies listed on this
agenda on any matter posted on the agenda or
on any other matter within its jurisdiction. If you
wish to address the City Council or any of its
Agencies, you may do so during the PUBLIC
COMMUNICATIONS period noted on the
agenda. Each person is allowed three (3)
minutes speaking time. A Spanish- speaking
interpreter is available for your convenience.
COMENTARIOS DEL PUBLICO
Se invita al publico a dirigirse al Concilio o cualquiera
otra de sus Agencias nombradas en esta agenda,
para hablar sobre cualquier asunto publicado en la
agenda o cualquier tema que este bajo su jurisdiccidn.
Si usted desea la oportunidad de dirigirse al Concilio o
alguna de sus Agencias, podra hacerlo durante el
periodo de Comentarios del Publico (Public
Communications) anunciado en la agenda. A cada
persona se le permite hablar por tres (3) minutos. Hay
un interprete para su conveniencia.
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING – 5:30 P.M.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL: Council Members: Monica Garcia, Ricardo Pacheco,
Susan Rubio, Mayor Pro Tern Cruz Baca
and Mayor Manuel Lozano
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Three (3) minute speaking time limit
Tres (3) minutos ser6 e/ limite para hablar
THIS IS THE TIME SET ASIDE TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL
PLEASE NOTIFY THE CITY CLERK iFYOU REQUIRE THE SERVICES OF AN INTERPRETER
No action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or unless certain emergency or special
circumstances exist The legislative body or its staff may: 1) Briefly respond to statements made or questions
asked by persons; or 2) Direct staff to investigate andlor schedule matters for consideration at a future meeting.
[Government Code §54954.2]
ESTE ES EL PERIODO DESIGNADO PARA DIRIGIRSE AL CONCILIO
FAVOR DE NOTIFICAR A LA SECRETARIA SI REQUIERE LOS SERVICIOS DEL INTERPRETE
No se podra tomar acci6n en a1g0n asunto a menos que sea incluido en la agenda, o a menos que exista algcjna
emergencia o circunstancia especial. El cuerpo legislativo y su personal podran: 1) Responder brevemente a
declaraci6nes o preguntas hechas por personas; o 2) Dirigir personal a investigar y10 fijar asuntos para tomar en
consideraclo-nenjuntasproximas. [CodigodeGobiemo§54954.21
OPEN SESSION/STUDY SESSION
1. RESTORING CITY EVENTS - Recreation and Community Services
2. WAYNE MANOR ADULT CARE CENTER – Community Development
3. R-1 2 nd DWELLING UNIT DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS - Community Development
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9:
Case Name: Silva v City of Baldwin Park, Case Number: Claim Nos. 0001-2004-00050;
00059; and 00061
Case Name: City of Baldwin Park v. City of Irwindale, Case Number: BS152919
Case Name: Eastern Keystone v. City of Baldwin Park, Case Number: BS 150623
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of
Government Code Section 54956.9:
Potential Case(s): One (1)
3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
4. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: APN #8554 -001 -913, located generally on Bogart Ave at E Pacific Ave
Agency negotiators: Shannon Yauchzee, Robert N. Tafoya, Marc Castagnola
Negotiating parties: Los Angeles Regional Interoperable Communications System
Authority (LA -RICS)
Under negotiation: Terms and price
RECONVENE IN OPEN SESSION
REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
CERTIFICATION
I, Alejandra Avila, City Clerk of the City of Baldwin Park hereby that, certify under penalty of
perjury under the laws of the State of California, the foregoing agenda was posted on the City
Hall bulletin board not less than 24 hours prior to the meeting on March 26, 2015.
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Alejandra Avila
City Clerk
PLEASE NOTE: Copies of staff reports and supporting documentation pertaining to each item on this agenda are
available for public viewing and inspection at City Hall, 2" d Floor Lobby Area or at the Los Angeles County Public Library
in the City of Baldwin Park. For further information regarding agenda items, please contact the office of the City Clerk at
(626) 960 -4011 ext. 466 or e -mail krussell(@baldwinpark.com.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please
contact the Public Works Department or Risk Management at (626) 960 -4011. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting
will enable staff to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. (28 CFR 34.102.104 ADA
TITLE ll)
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APRIL 1, 2015
7:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBER
14403 E. Pacific Avenue
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
(626) 960 -4011
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Manuel Lozano - Mayor
Cruz Baca - Mayor Pro Tern
Monica Garcia - Council Member
Ricardo Pacheco - Council Member
Susan Rubio - Council Member
PLEASE TURN OFF CELL PHONES AND PAGERS WHILE MEETING IS IN PROCESS
POR FAVOR DE APAGAR SUS TELEFONOS CELULARES Y BEEPERS DURANTE LA JUNTA
PUBLIC COMMENTS
The public is encouraged to address the City
Council or any of its Agencies listed on this
agenda on any matter posted on the agenda or
on any other matter within its jurisdiction. If you
wish to address the City Council or any of its
Agencies, you may do so during the PUBLIC
COMMUNICATIONS period noted on the
agenda. Each person is allowed three (3)
minutes speaking time. A Spanish speaking
interpreter is available for your convenience.
COMENTARIOS DEL PUBLICO
Se invita al publico a dirigirse al Concilio o cualquiera
otra de sus Agencias nombradas en esta agenda, para
hablar sobre cualquier asunto publicado en la agenda o
cualquier tema que este bajo su jurisdiccion. Si usted
desea la oportunidad de dirigirse al Concilio o alguna de
sus Agencias, podra hacerlo durante el perlodo de
Comentarios del Publico (Public Communications)
anunciado en la agenda. A cada persona se le permite
hablar por tres (3) minutos. Hay un interprete para su
conveniencia.
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CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING — 7:00 PM
Council Members: Monica Garcia, Ricardo Pacheco, Susan Rubio
Mayor Pro Tern Cruz Baca and Mayor Manuel Lozano
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ANNOUNCEMENTS
PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
• Presentation of a Proclamation Recognizing April as Donor Awareness Month
• Presentation of Certificates of Recognition to Maria Gonzalez and Alfredo Orozco in
recognition of their being awarded the CCPNA 201+ Guardians of Health Award
• Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to the Tuff Kidz Wrestling Club in honor of its
success at the 2015 CAGWA -SC League Championship and USA State Tournament.
• Presentation of a Plaque Captain David R. Reynoso in recognition of his years of service
with the City of Baldwin Park Police Department.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Three (3) minute speaking time limit
Tres (3) minutos sera el limite para hablar
THIS IS THE TIME SET ASIDE TO ADDRESS THE CITY COUNCIL
PLEASE NOTIFY THE CITY CLERK IF YOU REQUIRE THE SERVICES OF AN INTERPRETER
No action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or unless certain emergency or special
circumstances exist. The legislative body or its staff may: 1) Briefly respond to statements made or questions
asked by persons; or 2) Direct staff to investigate and /or schedule matters for consideration at a future meeting.
[Government Code §54954.2]
ESTE ES EL PERIODO DESIGNADO PARA DIRIGIRSE AL CONCILIO
FAVOR DE NOTIFICAR A LA SECRETARIA S/ REQUIERE LOS SERVICIOS DEL INTERPRETS
No se podra tome accion en algun asunto a menos que sea incluido en la agenda, o a menos que exista algGna
emergencia o circunstancia especial. El cuerpo legislativo y su personal podran: 1) Responder brevemente a
declaraciones o preguntas hechas por personas; o 2) Dirigir personal a investigar y/o fijar asuntos Para tomar en
consideracion en juntas proximas. [Codigo de Gobierno §54954.2]
City Council Agenda Page 2
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.
WARRANTS AND DEMANDS
Staff recommends that Council ratify the attached Warrants and Demands Register.
2. MEETING MINUTES
Staff recommends that Council receive and file the following Meeting Minutes:
A. Meeting Minutes of September 5, 2012, for the City Council Special and Regular
Meetings.
B. Meeting Minutes of September 19, 2012, for the City Council Special and Regular
Council Meetings and the Housing and Finance Authority Meetings.
C. Meeting Minutes of March 19, 2015, for the City Council Special and Regular
Council Meetings and the Hotasing and Finance °utl"CI lvle— Lings
3. CONDUCT A SECOND READING, BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE FURTHER
READING, AND FOLLOWING SUCH READING, ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1373,
ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK AMENDING TITLE IX, CHAPTER 97, BY ADDING A 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 the second reading by title only, and waive
further reading, of Ordinance No. 1373, entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING TITLE IX, CHAPTER 97,
BY ADDING A SECTION 97.023, "STREET CUT MORATORIUM" TO THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE TO ESTABLISH A STREET CUT
MORATORIUM ON NEWLY PAVED STREETS."
4. - APPROVE THE COOPERATIVE TRANSIT ACCESS PASS (TAP) PARTICIPANT
AGREEMENT AND THE TAP MOBILE VALIDATOR LICENSE AGREEMENT
Staff recommends that Council approve and authorize the Mayor to execute the
Cooperative TAP Participant Agreement and the TAP Mobile Validator License
Agreement with the Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority
(LACTMA).
5. APPROVE THE PROPOSAL WITH REVENUE AND COSTS SPECIALISTS, LLC,
TO PROVIDE A COMPREHENSIVE FEE STUDY
Staff recommends that Council approve the proposal of Revenue and Costs
Specialists, LLC, for a comprehensive fee study, direct the City Attorney to prepare
the necessary contract, and authorize the Mayor to sign the contract.
6. AN UPDATE ON THE PROPOSED WIRELESS COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY AT
4725 MAINE AVENUE (AMERICAN LEGION HALL; CASE NUMBER: PR 14 -56)
Staff recommends that Council receive and file the report.
City Council Agenda
Page 3
PUBLIC HEARINGS
7. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING A REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF A
PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE (SIGN
REGULATIONS) ADDING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR ELECTRONIC
READER BOARD SIGNS AND TEMPORARY SIGNAGE FOR NEWLY
ESTBLISHED BUSINESSES (LOCATION: COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL, AND
MIXED USE ZONES PROPERTIES; APPLICANT CITY OF BALDWIN PARK;
CASE NUMBER: AZC -175)
Staff and the Planning Commission recommend that Council open the public hearing
and following the public hearing:
1) Adopt Resolution No. 2015 -051 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE NEGATIVE
DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE
CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR
ELECTRONIC READERBOARD SIGNS AND TEMPORARY SIGNAGE FOR
NEWLY ESTABLISHED BUSINESSES (APPLICANT: CITY OF BALDWIN PARK;
CASE NUMBER: AZC- 175);" and
2) Introduce for first reading, by title only and waive further reading, Ordinance No.
1371, entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN
PARK AMENDING SECTIONS 153.170.060.A AND B AND 153.170.090, ADDING
SECTIONS 153.170.060.0 AND 153.170.090.C, AMENDING TABLE 153.170.080,
RELATING TO ELECTRONIC READERBOARDS AND TEMPORARY SIGNAGE
FOR NEWLY ESTABLISHED BUSINESSES.,'
8. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING A REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF A
PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S GENERAL PLAN TO ADOPT A NEW
HEALTH AND SUSTAINABILITY ELEMENT AND ADOPTION OF THE NEGATIVE
DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT (LOCATION: CITYWIDE;
APPLICANT CITY OF BALDWIN PARK; CASE NUMBER: AGP -117)
Staff and the Planning Commission recommend that Council open the public hearing
and following the public hearing Adopt Resolution No. 2015 -064 "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ADOPTING THE
NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND APPROVING A
HEALTH AND SUSTAINABILITY ELEMENT FOR THE GENERAL PLAN
(APPLICANT: CITY OF BALDWIN PARK; CASE NUMBER: AGP -117).
REPORTS OF OFFICERS
9. SELECTION OF PRINTING OPTIONS AND AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PRINTING
OF THE BALDWIN PARK NOW
Staff recommends that Council:
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.
City Council Agenda
Page 4
10. DISCUSSION ON RESTORING PREVIOUS CITY EVENTS
Staff recommends that Council provide direction to staff of which events to implement
and return with the appropriate funding and allocations.
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CITY COUNCIL / CITY CLERK / CITY TREASURER / STAFF REQUESTS &
COMMUNICATIONS
CERTIFICATION
I, Alejandra Avila, City Clerk of the City of Baldwin Park hereby certify that, under penalty of
perjury under the laws of the State of California, the foregoing agenda was posted on the City
Hall bulletin board not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting. Dated this 26th day of March,
2015.
Alejandra Avila
City Clerk
PLEASE NOTE: Copies of staff reports and supporting documentation pertaining to each item on this agenda are available for
public viewing and inspection at City Hall, 2nd Floor Lobby Area or at the Los Angeles County Public Library in the City of
Baldwin Park. For further information regarding agenda items, please contact the office of the City Clerk at (626) 960 -4011
ext. 466 or via e-mail at krussell(@baldwinpark.com.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please
contact the Public Works Department or Risk Management at (626) 960 -4011. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will
enable staff to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. (28 CFR 34.102.104 ADA TITLE II)
City Council Agenda
Page 5
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F�AL�Wi TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmem ers�`
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rHE FROM: Craig A. Graves, Director of Finance
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SAWGAHRIEI DATE: April 01, 2015
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SUBJECT: WARRANTS AND DEMANDS.
SUMMARY
Attached is the Warrants and Demands Register for the City of Baldwin Park to be ratified by the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
The payroll for the last period was $359,232.88 and the attached General Warrants Register were $1,184959.05
for a total amount of $1,544,191.93.
LEGAL REVIEW
None required.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council ratify the attached Warrants and Demands Register.
The attached Claims and Demands report format meets the required information as set out in the California
Government Code. Staff has reviewed the requests for expenditures for the appropriate budgetary approval and
for the authorization from the department head or its designee. Pursuant to Section 37208 of the California
Government Code, the Chief Executive Officer or his /her designee hoes hereby certify to the accuracy of the
demands hereinafter referred. Payments released since the previous City Council meeting and the following is a
summary of the payment released:
1. The payroll of the City of Baldwin Park consisting of check numbers 196875 to 196905. Additionally,
Automated Clearing House (ACH) Payroll deposits were made on behalf of City Employees from
control number 239993 to 240226 for the period of January 18, 2015, through January 31, 2015,
inclusive; these are presented and hereby ratified in the amount of $359,232.88.
2. General Warrants, including check numbers 204119 to 304301, in the total amount of $1,184,959.05,
constituting of claims and demands against the City of Baldwin Park, are herewith presented to the City
Council as required by law, and the same hereby ratified.
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ITEM NO. 2-
MINUTES
BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
AND SPECIAL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 5, 2012, 5:30 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER -14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, 91706
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Lozano at 5:30 p.m.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Councilmember Marlen Garcia
Councilmember Monica Garcia
Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco
Mayor Pro Tern Susan Rubio
Mayor Manuel Lozano
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications.
Seeing no one wishing to speak, Public Communications were closed.
OPEN SESSION
There being no items for consideration in Open Session, Mayor Lozano recessed Open Session
to Closed Session.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
1. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT (GC §54957)
Interim Public Works Director
2. REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Properties: 8437-004-059
8437-004-060
8437-004-061
8437-004-062
8437-004-063
8437-004-064
8437-004-065
8437-004-066
8437-004-067
8437-004-068
8437-004-069
8437-004-070
8437-004-959
Agency negotiators: Vijay Singhal and Joseph Pannone
Negotiating parties: Sandy Segal, New Mark Merrill Company
Under negotiation: Terms and price
Page 1 of 2
3. REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Properties: 14173 Garvey Avenue, Baldwin Park, CA
Agency negotiators: Vijay Singhal and Joseph Pannone
Negotiating parties: Ray Baker, The Lamar Companies
Under negotiation: Terms and price
4. REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS
Properties: 13940 Live Oak Avenue, Baldwin Park, CA
Agency negotiators: Vijay Singhal and Joseph Pannone
Negotiating parties: Doug Corcoran, Waste Management
Under negotiation: Terms and price
5. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATIONS
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned.
ATTEST:
Alejandra Avila, City Clerk
F-IT-0-IT9090
Manuel Lozano, Mayor
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MINUTES
BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 5, 2012, 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 7:04 p.m.
INVOCATION
The invocation was provided by Councilmember Pacheco.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Lozano.
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Council Member Marlen Garcia
Council Member Monica Garcia
Council Member Ricardo Pacheco
Mayor Pro Tern Susan Rubio
Mayor Manuel Lozano
ANNOUNCEMENTS
None.
PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
• Proclamation proclaiming September as First Responder Appreciation Month in the City
of Baldwin Park.
Councilmember Monica Garcia presented to Firefighters from Fire Station No. 29 and members
of the Baldwin Park Police Department a Proclamation to honor First Responder Appreciation
Month and to thank all those who keep the community safe.
• Proclamation proclaiming Family Day in the City of Baldwin Park celebrated on Monday,
September 24, 2012.
Councilmember Pacheco presented a Proclamation in recognition of Family Day on September
24, 2012, to Director Carrillo and urged all members of the community to recognize and
participate in honoring this day by having a family dinner.
• Plaque presentation to Creative Planet of the Arts for their 10th Year Anniversary.
Mayor Pro Tern Rubio presented a plaque in recognition of the 10th Anniversary of the Creative
Planet of the Arts, an academic art school in Baldwin Park which has enriched the lives and
character of many of the community's students.
• Certificate presentation to Juan's Restaurant for their 3rd Annual Fiesta Del Nopal.
Mayor Lozano reported on his attendance at Juan's Restaurant 3rd Anniversary event and noted
that the Certificate of Recognition will be provided at a later time.
• Certificate presentation to Oscar Cristerna, Jr., for participating in the 5th Annual
Disability Art Exhibit.
Mayor Lozano presented a Certificate of Recognition to Oscar Cristerna, Jr., for his contribution
and participation in the 5th Annual Disability Art Exhibit.
• Presentation by San Gabriel Valley Consortium on Homeless
Scott Chamberlain, representing the San Gabriel Valley Consortium on Homeless, narrated a
PowerPoint presentation which provided an overview of the Consorth im and its mission; spoke
about some of the goals of the Consortium and discussed some of the services offered to those
in need.
Mayor Pro Tern Rubio requested that additional information be provided to Council at a future
meeting; Councilmember Garcia requested that the City partner with the Consortium to secure
more resources.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:34 p.m. and noted that each speaker is
permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak.
Ken Woods, Baldwin Park resident, expressed the desire to see Council business focusing
more on ways to promote local businesses, perhaps by repealing Ordinance No. 1290; opined
that the matter of hazing in the military and the proposal to send a letter to Congresswoman
Judy Chu to support the elimination of hazing of less significance than making effort to bring
new business into the city and creating jobs.
Veronica Lopez, Baldwin Park resident, spoke in objection to the City's requirement that those
wishing to hold a fund - raising car washes must first obtain a permit (costing $115); requested
that Council consider waiving the fee requirement for school groups wishing to earn money for
their teams; suggested that groups, that are not based in Baldwin Park, wishing to hold these
fund - raising car washes should be required to pay the fee since the money does not come back
into the community; opined that it is not fair to the youth who are trying to earn money to pay for
uniforms, out of town trips, etc.; requested information regarding fees paid by food trucks in the
area.
Mayor Lozano expressed concurrence in that the fee should be applied to those coming in
from other cities but that local residents should not be charged; noted that he will be bringing
the issue back at a future council meeting to make the change and exempt Baldwin Park
residents and schools from the requirement. Mayor Lozano stated that the matter will be
discussed more extensively at the end of the meeting.
Oscar Cristerna Jr., Baldwin Park resident, asked that a dog park be built as part of Morgan
Park; offered to design a decorative piece to identify and welcome visitors to Baldwin Park;
noted that it could be affixed to the bridge and would be relatively inexpensive.
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Greq Tuttle, Baldwin Park business owner, noted that efforts to mitigate unemployment should
to made and pointed to Ordinance No. 1290 as being a hindrance to those efforts; opined that
the ordinance is holding businesses back and that there are many businesses that are operating
in violation of the ordinance; stated that the City's budget figures he downloaded from the City's
website are inaccurate and pointed to several areas where the figures were in discrepancy.
Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 7:47 p.m.
Councilmember Pacheco commented on a statement made during Public Comments and
clarified that he is specifically addressing hazing within the military.
Mayor Lozano stated that the fees for holding fund - raising car washes should waived for
Baldwin Park groups and that he will direct staff to take the necessary steps to revise the
ordinance accordingly; stated that until the ordinance is revised, he cannot condone holding
the car wash events without a permit but he will direct the Chief Executive Officer to come
up with options that can be considered until that time.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Pro Tern Rubio requested that Item No. 1 be pulled from Consent for further discussion.
Councilmember Garcia requested that Item No. 2 be pulled from Consent as well.
1. ADOPTING RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -023, AMENDING THE BASE SALARY FOR
RESERVE POLICE OFFICER
Staff recommends City Council waive further reading, read by title only and adopt
Resolution No. 2012 -023 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -005 AND ADOPTING
RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -023, A BASIC SALARY PLAN FOR THE EMPLOYEES OF
THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING THE BASE SALARY FOR RESERVE
POLICE OFFICER."
Mayor Pro Tern Rubio requested that this item be taken separately for further
discussion; expressed concern regarding the proposed wage increase, suggesting that
the percentage of increase be reduced somewhat citing the fact that other labor unions
have yet to negotiate with management and providing such a generous raise is contrary
to the City's layoff of employees.
Councilmember Pacheco asked how many officers the increase would affect; Lt.
Reynoso responded to the question, noting that the City has had difficulty recruiting
because of the lower wage scale; stated that the wage scale among surrounding cities
varies from minimum wage (which is what the City pays) to higher scale pay.
Both Councilmember Pacheco and Mayor Pro Tern Rubio asked that additional
information be provided to Council to allow for a more accurate analysis of how the
action would affect the City.
A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Pacheco, to pull Item No. 1 item from
the Agenda and will be held pending the requested supplemental information.
When called for vote, an objection was heard.
Councilmember Garcia clarified that her objection is based on the difficulty of recruiting
when the wage is not sufficient to attract qualified applicants.
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Mayor Pro Tern Rubio clarified that she is not in objection to a wage increase, but feels
that the increase should be adjusted; noted that the staff report implies that the cost
savings is to be realized by replacing what would be full time officers with the lower
wage reserve officers and she is not in support of such a proposal. Noted that the staff
report is rather vague and does not provide definitive financial projections.
Councilmember Pacheco concurred and requested that additional information and
analysis be provided and that the resolution be brought back after Council has had an
opportunity to consider the additional information in their decisions.
Mayor Lozano directed City Clerk Avila to conduct a Vote by Roll Call.
A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Pacheco, and the following vote was
recorded:
AYES: Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
The motion to pull this item from the Agenda failed by a vote of (2 — 3).
A motion was made by Marlen Garcia, seconded by Monica Garcia, to approve
the item as presented. When called to vote, an objection was heard.
Mayor Lozano directed City Clerk Avila to conduct a Vote by Roll Call.
A motion was made by Garcia, seconded by Garcia, and the following vote was
recorded:
AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia
NOES: Rubio, Pacheco
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
The motion carried (3 — 2) to approve and adopt Resolution No. 2012 -023
entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN
PARK AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2008 -005 AND ADOPTING
RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -023, A BASIC SALARY PLAN FOR THE EMPLOYEES
OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING THE BASE SALARY FOR
RESERVE POLICE OFFICER."
2. PROPOSED FEE INCREASES FOR CLASSES AND FACILITY RENTALS
RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -034
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2012 -034 as Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park amending Resolution No. 2012 -034.
Councilmember Monica Garcia requested that this item be taken separately for further
discussion; expressed concern regarding the proposed fee increases for residents;
requested that the resolution be revised to implement fee increases for non - residents
only and not for residents of Baldwin Park.
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Mayor Pro Tern Rubio noted for clarification that the City currently has a fee subsidy
program for those who are unable to afford usage fees and that none of the fee
increases apply to any of the senior programs.
Councilmember Pacheco suggested that, since this item also has an impact on budget
consideration, this item be pulled and reconsidered at a later date when the City's
budget is being reviewed.
Mayor Pro Tern Rubio asked that Director Carrillo develop a spreadsheet to illustrate the
sources of revenue (resident vs non - resident) and which facilities are requested more
often.
Councilmember Pacheco also requested that an information presentation be brought to
Council at the next meeting.
A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to pull
Item No. 2 from the Agenda and bring the item back for consideration at the next
regularly scheduled meeting.
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
3. ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE 1354 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING SUBSECTION (J) OF SECTION 96.02 OF THE
BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION PERTAINING TO THE USE OF
ALCOHOL AT THE ARTS AND RECREATION CENTER OR THE JULIA MCNEILL
SENIOR CENTER.
It is recommended that the City Council introduce the attached Ordinance, and approve
the revised attached policy for facility rental in the Department of Recreation and
Community Services.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to
approve the revised attached policy for facility rental in the Department of
Recreation and Community Services.
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia,
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
4. CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT: HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the Consultant Services Agreement
with Hogle- Ireland, Inc. to prepare an update to the City's Housing Element and
appropriate $34,970.00 to Account 235.40.440.51100.00000.2 (Consultant Services) for
fiscal year 2012 -2013.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to
approve the Consultant Services Agreement with Hogle- Ireland, Inc. to prepare
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an update to the City's Housing Element and appropriate $34,970.00 to Account
235.40.440.51100.00000.2 (Consultant Services) for fiscal year 2012 -2013.
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia,
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
5. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS
Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
Staff recommends City Council ratify the attached Warrants and Demands Register.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to ratify
the Warrants and Demands Register.
AYES:
Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
Lozano.
ABSTAIN:
None.
6. CALIPERS PUBLIC AGENCY REVIEW
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the attached CALPERS Public
Agency Review report and direct staff to continue to work with CALPERS in order to
close any outstanding items.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to
receive and file the attached CALPERS Public Agency Review report and direct
staff to continue to work with CALPERS in order to close any outstanding items.
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
Following discussion and vote of the Consent Calendar, Councilmember Pacheco
asked that Item No. 6 be brought back at a future meeting as an informational
presentation; directed Chief Executive Officer Singhal to provide at the next regular
council meeting a presentation regarding the Review and the resulting report.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5 — 0) to bring
back Item No. 6 at the next regular council meeting for informational purposes.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS
7. CONSIDERATION OF SAN GABRIEL VALLEY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS
(SGVCOG) AND OTHER MEMBERSHIPS
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1. Evaluate the situation with COG for a few months and if at the end of this period the
City Council is not satisfied with the direction of the COG the City may pull out from
the COG;
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2. Authorize staff to send a letter to COG Board requesting that the Board resolve the
matter regarding the Executive Director and future structure in an expeditious
manner; and /or
3. Provide direction as the Council deems appropriate.
4. Provide direction on whether to continued membership in the other organizations
such as the ICA.
Councilmember Monica Garcia pointed to the numerous benefits of being a member of COG
and the value realized for the cost of membership; spoke about some of the changes
implemented and the improvements that will come from those changes.
Councilmember Pacheco stated that he does not support continued membership since most of
the benefits are enjoyed by the cities surrounding Baldwin Park; suggested that perhaps in inner
San Gabriel Valley organization, similar to COG be established.
Councilmember Marlen Garcia expressed support for continued membership with COG but also
noted that the City should keep a close eye on the business proceedings given the recent
problem with the previous director who is alleged to have executed some unethical transactions.
Mayor Pro Tern Rubio expressed, with trepidations, support for continuing membership; noted
that, while there are internal problems, there are benefits to the membership; commented that
better communication should be provided, particularly given the investigation of the mishandling
of COG funds; supports continued membership but also wants additional information provided.
Mayor Lozano noted his disappointment in the current management of COG and feels that there
is a strong case for withdrawing membership; stated that all COG staff should be contracted
part -time to avoid triggering PERS benefit requirements; expressed a desire to distance the City
from the poor principals demonstrated by the misconduct.
A motion was made by Councilmember Pacheco for the City to withdraw from
membership with the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments but no
supporting motion was made. With that, the motion died.
Further discussion ensued regarding the investigation into the wrongdoing of the director and
how current grant fund contracts would be administered during the investigation.
A motion was made by Councilmember Monica Garcia, seconded by
Councilmember Marlen Garcia, for the City to maintain its membership with the
San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments. When called to vote, an objection
was heard.
Mayor Lozano directed City Clerk Avila to conduct a Vote by Roll Call.
A motion was made by Garcia, seconded by Garcia, and the following vote was
recorded:
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio
NOES:
Pacheco
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
The motion was made by Garcia, seconded by Garcia, and carried (4 — 1) for the
City to remain a member of the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments.
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Council continued discussion regarding the remaining organization and association
memberships, and the value realized or not realized by the membership; discussion regarding
the membership dues of each organization.
Councilmember Marlen Garcia outlined some of the benefits associated with each of the
organizations and suggested that the City withdraw membership from the ICA but remain
members of the other organizations.
A motion was made by Councilmember Marlen Garcia for the City to withdraw its
membership from the ICA but no supporting motion was made. With that, the
motion died.
There was no further discussion on the item and all membership standings will remain as is.
Therefore, no action was taken on this item.
Q errRGGMFAIT WITH CENTURY DIVERSIFIED INC, FOR SERVICES AS INTERIM
PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
Staff recommends the City Council provide directions to staff.
Mayor Lozano directed that this item be pulled from the agenda to be brought back at a
future Regular meeting of the City Council.
CITY COUNCIL / CITY CLERK / CITY TREASURER / STAFF REQUESTS &
COMMUNICATIONS
Request by Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco for discussion and direction to staff on the
following:
• Send a letter of support to Congresswoman Judy Chu to eliminate Hazing in the military.
Councilmember Pacheco directed staff to rewrite the letter that was drafted; stated that he
would like specific examples of hazing and for the letter to cite specific incidents to more
clearly demonstrate the understanding of what hazing really is; directed staff to bring back a
new draft of the letter for consideration.
Mayor Lozano noted that Top Value market has now become El Supre; stated that the shopping
center in which this and the 99 Cent Store are located is very unsightly, particularly on weekends;
directed staff to dispatch crews to clean up the area.
Mayor Pro Tern Rubio extended a wish of Happy Labor Day to the community.
Councilmember Pacheco reiterated the need for Code Enforcement to address blighted and
dilapidated properties; a firmer approach must be taken to address this problem.
Mayor Lozano asked Lt. Reynoso to dispatch officers to address persons loitering at the Baldwin
Park sign near the freeway, at the WalMart shopping center, the Target shopping center, and
other congregation areas.
City Clerk Avila asked that Public Works staff dispatch someone to address the water is flowing
across the sidewalk near the Robin Restaurant; noted that the sidewalk is very slippery because
the water is becoming slimy; requested that police officers be dispatched to the neighborhood in
which she lives because each weekend there are motorists that are driving at excessive speeds
and hot - dogging; pointed out that it creates a danger to children playing in the neighborhood.
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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 8:40 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
Manuel Lozano, Mayor
Alejandra Avila, City Clerk
APPROVED:
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MINUTES
BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
AND SPECIAL MEETING
SEPTEMBER 19, 2012, 7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER -14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, 91706
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Lozano.
PRESENT:
Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco
Councilmember Monica Garcia
Councilmembel, Susan Rubio
Mayor Pro Tern Cruz Baca
Mayor Manuel Lozano
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications.
Seeing no one wishing to speak, Public Communications closed.
OPEN SESSION
There being no items for consideration in Open Session, Mayor Lozano recessed Open Session
to Closed Session.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATIONS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of
Section 54956.9:
Potential Case(s): One (1)
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3. REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Properties: 8554- 001 -900 14403 E. Pacific Ave.
8554 - 001 -900 14426 Ramona Blvd.
8554- 001 -900 N/A
8554 - 001 -900 N/A
8554 - 001 -900 N/A
8554 - 001 -900 N/A
Agency negotiators: Vijay Singhal and Joseph Pannone
Negotiating parties: ROEM Development Corporation
Under negotiation: Terms and price
4. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT (GC §54957)
Interim Public Works Director
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to discuss the meeting was adjourned.
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
No reportable action was taken on items discussed during Closed Session.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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MINUTES
BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
SEPTEMBER 19, 2012, 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 7:00 p.m.
INVOCATION
The invocation was provided.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was recited.
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Council Member Marlen Garcia
Council Member Monica Garcia
Council Member Ricardo Pacheco
Mayor Pro Tern Susan Rubio
!!Mayor Manuel Lozano
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.
PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
• SCE check presentation to the City of Baldwin Park (Michael Cook & Ahmad Solomon,
SCE and Marisa Creter, SGVCOG)
Marianne Lutz, Mayor of Monrovia and First Vice President of the San Gabriel Valley Council of
Governments, in collaboration with the Energy Wise Partnership, Ms. Lutz praised the City of
Baldwin Park for being recognized and awarded as the recipient of a check in the amount of
$22,235.96 to recognize the energy savings as a result of the City's energy saving projects.
Mike Cook, Southern California Edison's Government Relations Representative, presented the
Mayor with the check and thanks City staff for their efforts.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:09 p.m. and noted that each speaker is
permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak.
Ken Woods, Baldwin Park resident, commented on the disagreement with one of the
councilmembers regarding an indecent involving a serviceman; narrated a report issued from
the military regarding hazing of this particular serviceman; pointed out that the opinion of the
Councilmember is just that and not the opinion of the constituency.
Roger Hernandez, State Assemblyman, provided a update on legislative bills that are moving
through the Legislature and how these bills will affect the citizens of Baldwin Park; noted that
one bill places financial institutions in a position that will require them to work with homeowners
whose mortgages are in danger; also spoke about legislature that is working its way through
both houses that will provide some protection to those who work in agriculture.
Veronica Lopez, Baldwin Park resident, thanked Council for its recent approval of the car wash
ordinance, again, thanked Council for information on food trucks but sought clarification on
whether the $40 fee per event for trucks is applicable since it does not appear in the contract;
pointed out that the health, liability insurance, and vehicle registration certificates for the
referenced food truck were all expired
Greg Tuttle, Baldwin Park business owner, answered one of the questions presented by Ms.
Lopez; stated that Code Enforcement was permitting the food trucks on a trial basis;
commented on the proposed subterranean garage for police department parking and the
proposed pedestrian bridge over to the Metrolink station but pointed out that there are no
approved permits; expressed displeasure at the attendance of councilmembers at conferences,
noting that only one member should be attending, not all councilmembers; opined that the
failure to have the CalPERS accounts audited is going to have long -term negative impact.
Unidentified speaker stated that he does not believe it necessary to build more apartments and
asserted that, with the downturn in the economy and property values, it does not make sense to
dispose of city property.
*The following is a general translation of Ms. Cardinas' comments from Spanish to English
facilitated by City Clerk Alejandra Avila.
*Esperanza Cardinas, Baldwin Park resident, stated that her some was taken into custody by
Baldwin Park police officers; stated that she attempted to speak with the Chief of Police and a
Councilmember but without success; her son is now in jail and she has not been able to find out
why; when her other son asked police why they took his brother to jail, they just said `because
we can;' said that her children have been taken from her previously and she does not
understand why; said that her son went to the police department to turn in a gun but they
refused to take it; after he left the police station, the police came and arrested him for carrying a
concealed weapon; opined that it was all done intentionally.
Mayor Lozano directed Chief Taylor to look into the matter and report back to Council.
Councilmember Pacheco stated that he did take the call from Ms. Cardinas; following
the call, he made inquiries and then informed her as to why he was arrested, when she
could visit him and suggested that she speak with an attorney to address the charges
lodged against her son. Mayor Lozano also noted that her son is in custody of the
County Sheriff, not with Baldwin Park Police Department.
Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 7:37 p.m.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Pro Tern Rubio requested that Agenda Item No. 6 be pulled from the Consent Calendar
for discussion.
1. CLAIM REJECTION
Staff recommends City Council reject the claims of Julio Huayanca, Jose Sauza, Bryant
Garcia, Jade Rivas, and Luis Rivas Jr. and direct staff to send the appropriate notice of
rejection to claimants.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to reject
the claims of Julio Huayanca, Jose Sauza, Bryant Garcia, Jade Rivas, and Luis
Rivas Jr. and direct staff to send the appropriate notice of rejection to claimants.
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABS T A 1IN:
None.
2. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS
Staff recommends City Council ratify the attached Warrants and Demands Register.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to ratify
the Warrants and Demands Register.
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
3. TREASURER'S REPORT: JUNE AND JULY 2012
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the Treasurer's Reports for June
and July 2012.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to
receive and file the Treasurer's Reports for June and July 2012.
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
4. APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO RESOLUTION 2012 -014 AUTHORIZING THE
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION (CALTRANS) UPON RECEIPT
OF A TRANSPORTATION PLANNING GRRNT (SAFE ROUTE TO SCHOOL)
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2012 -014 entitled "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
AUTHORIZING STAFF TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION UPON RECEIPT OF AN
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE PLANNING GRANT FROM THAT AGENCY."
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A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to adopt
Resolution No. 2012 -014 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AUTHORIZING STAFF TO ENTER INTO A
CONTRACT WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION UPON RECEIPT OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE
PLANNING GRANT FROM THAT AGENCY."
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
5. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE 1354 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING SUBSECTION (J) OF SECTION 96.02
OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION PERTAINING TO THE USE
OF ALCOHOL AT THE ARTS AND RECREATION CENTER OF THE JULIA MCNEILL
SENIOR CENTER.
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Ordinance 1354 on second reading, read
by title only and waive any further reading thereof.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to
approve and adopt ORDINANCE 1354 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING SUBSECTION (J)
OF SECTION 96.02 OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION
PERTAINING TO THE USE OF ALCOHOL AT THE ARTS AND RECREATION
CENTER OR THE JULIA MCNEILL SENIOR CENTER.
AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
6. COMPREHENSIVE REPORT FOR PROCESS AND PROCEDURES OF FOOD TRUCK
FUNDRAISER "TASTY THURSDAYS" AND THE SUCCESS OVER THE SUMMER
MONTHS IN GENERATING ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR ANNUAL SANTA CLOTHES
PROGRAM.
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file.
Mayor Pro Tern Rubio requested that this item be taken separately so that Director
Carrillo could respond to the concerns expressed by Ms. Vargas during Public
Communications when she pointed out that all of the certificates required by the food
truck are expired.
Director Carrillo stated that this report will be pulled from consideration and will be
brought back at a future Council meeting, at which time all documentation will be
current and correct.
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7. RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -035 AUTHORIZING THE ADMINISTRATION OF A MASTER
AGREEMENT AND EXECUTION OF PROGRAM SUPPLEMENTS FOR FEDERALLY
AND /OR STATE FUNDED PROJECTS
Staff recommends that the City Council waive further reading, read by title only, and
adopt Resolution No. 2012 -035 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE
OFFICER TO ADMINISTER THE EXISTING MASTER AGREEMENT AND TO
EXECUTE PROGRAM SUPPLEMENTS FOR FEDERALLY AND /OR STATE FUNDED
PROJECTS."
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to
approve and adopt Resolution No. 2012 -035 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING
THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER TO ADMINISTER THE EXISTING MASTER
AGREEMENT AND TO EXECUTE PROGRAM SUPPLEMENTS FOR
FEDERALLY AND /OR STATE FUNDED PROJECTS."
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
8. RESOLUTION NO. 2012 -036 AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER TO
SUBMIT APPLICATIONS FOR RELATED AUTHORIZATIONS FOR THE OIL
PAYMENT PROGRAM
Staff recommends that the City Council waive further reading, read by title only, and
adopt Resolution No. 2012 -036 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE
OFFICER TO SUBMIT APPLICATIONS AND RELATED AUTHORIZATIONS."
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to
approve and adopt Resolution No. 2012 -036 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING
THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER TO SUBMIT APPLICATIONS AND
RELATED AUTHORIZATIONS. ".
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
9. ACCEPTANCE OF THE DELAMPING OF INTERNALLY ILLUMINATED STREET
NAME SIGNS AND ENERGY EFFICIENT SAFETY LIGHT RETROFITS PROJECT,
INSTALLED BY C.T. & F., INC. AND AUTHORIZATION TO RECORD THE NOTICE
OF COMPLETION.
Staff recommends that the City Council accept the installation /retrofit by CT &F, and
authorize the recordation of a Notice of Completion.
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A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to
accept the installation /retrofit by CT &F, and authorize the recordation of a Notice
of Completion.
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
10. CALPERS PUBLIC AGENCY REVIEW
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the attached CALPERS Public
Agency Review report and direct staff to continue to work with CALPERS in order to
close any outstanding items.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to
receive and file the attached CALPERS Public Agency Review report and direct
staff to continue to work with CALPERS in order to close any outstanding items.
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
11. REGULATIONS PERTAINING TO PERMITTING OF CARWASHES UNDER THE
NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM (NPDES)
Staff recommends that the City continue to allow the issuance of free car wash permits
to charitable /non - profit agencies as allowed under NPDES in order to avoid penalties.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to allow
the issuance of free car wash permits to charitable /non - profit agencies as
allowed under NPDES in order to avoid penalties.
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS
12. CONSIDERATION OF AN EXCLUSIVE NEGOTIATION AGREEMENT (ENA) WITH
ROEM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR A PROPOSED TRANSIT - ORIENTED
MIXED -USE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT BETWEEN RAMONA BLVD AND THE
BALDWIN PARK CIVIC CENTER (RELATED TO ITEM UNDER SUCCESSOR
AGENCY)
Staff recommends the City Council and Successor Agency Board approve the proposed
Exclusive Negotiation Agreement and authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement.
Community Development Manager Marc Castagnola provided a summary of the
purpose of the agreement as well as the proposed project to which the
agreement would be applicable.
Darrick Allen, representative of ROEM Development narrated a PowerPoint
presentation and provided an overview of the corporation and its experience in
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the land use and development industry. Following his narrative, Mr. Allen
responded to questions from Council.
Council discussion included the number of units proposed, the percentage of
units designated as affordable housing, other parties that will be participating in
the project at different milestones, maintenance of landscape and the building in
general, and concerns regarding funding of the project.
A motion was made by Garcia, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to
approve the proposed Exclusive Negotiation Agreement and authorize the Mayor
to sign the Agreement.
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY
CONSENT CALENDAR
13. CONSIDERATION OF AN EXCLUSIVE NEGOTIATION AGREEMENT (ENA) WITH
ROEM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR A PROPOSED TRANSIT - ORIENTED
MIXED -USE DEVELOPMENT PROJECT BETWEEN RAMONA BLVD AND THE
BALDWIN PARK CIVIC CENTER (RELATED TO ITEM UNDER CITY COUNCIL
AGENDA)
Staff recommends the City Council and Successor Agency Board approve the proposed
Exclusive Negotiation Agreement and authorize the Mayor to sign the Agreement.
A motion was made by Garcia, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to
approve the proposed Exclusive Negotiation Agreement and authorize the Mayor
to sign the Agreement.
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
None.
CITY COUNCIL / CITY CLERK / CITY TREASURER / STAFF REQUESTS &
COMMUNICATIONS
Request by Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco for discussion and direction to staff on the
following:
• Prepare a Resolution in Support of the Trust Act.
Councilmember Pacheco stated that, in advance of preparing a Resolution, staff is directed to
gather information on the legislation titled as the Trust Act, providing a summary of what it does
and verify whether the Governor has, in fact, signed this Act.
• Send letter of Support to Congresswoman Judy Chu to eliminate Hazing in the military.
Councilmember Pacheco read aloud portions of a recent news article regarding hazing in the
military; noted that this illustrates the need for and intent behind the letter of support which he
intends to send to Congresswoman Chu.
• Request the Department of Parks and Recreation to prepare a report evaluating options for
grants or other funding through private public partnerships with the Baldwin Park non - profit
Soccer league for construction of a state -of- the -art energy - efficient Soccer Center complex in
the city of Baldwin Park. This request is in line with the City's Healthy Cities Initiatives and lack
of sufficient soccer centers throughout the City and the San Gabriel Valley. Coordinate with our
local utility partners (SCE, SCG, VCWD, WM) to provide environmentally sustainable
equipment grants.
Councilmember Pacheco directed staff to perform a preliminary survey of options, looking at
facilities built by other cities using alternate sources of funding; noted that the local citizenship
often uses school grounds for these activities and the success of this type of project in other
surrounding cities can be used as a model for what Baldwin Park would like to have.
• Request the Code Enforcement Division to provide a Strategic execution and implementation
plan on prioritizing blighted bank owned homes throughout the city with input from city attorney on
enforcement options and present plan by the first meeting in .November.
Councilmember Pacheco directed staff to work with the City Attorney to develop a plan to address
dilapidated properties and to adhere to a more strict code enforcement to address the blighted
areas in the city; directed staff to present a report at a future Council meeting to provide a status
update on action taken.
• Request the Police Department provide the City Council a report on the effectiveness of the
recently revised city procedures and policy for vehicle impounds, sobriety /driver's license
checkpoints and traffic stops by the next council meeting with option for the city council to review
and consider any changes.
Councilmember Pacheco requested that Police Department staff provide a report at a future
Council meeting as to the effectiveness of the revised city procedures regarding the impound of
vehicles, effectiveness of the sobriety /driver's license checkpoints and traffic stops made by
officers, to make sure no profiling is being done and to determine whether any further changes
are necessary.
Request by Mayor Manuel Lozano for discussion on the following:
• Housing Development Proposal "Big Dalton."
Mayor Lozano directed staff to work with Craig Dalton to move forward with development on the
proposed project; requested that staff prepare and report back to Council at the next meeting.
Councilmember Marlen Garcia reported on her attendance at the 2012 California League of
Cities Conference (CLC); noted that the governing body of the CLC approved the following
three resolutions:
1. Resolution calling upon the Governor and Legislators to enacting legislation to correct
inefficiencies in the audit system and distribution system, and inequities in formulas for
distributing court- ordered arrest and citation fines, fees, and assessments generated by
local government;
2. Resolution raising public awareness and supporting tougher laws relating to internet
crime and crimes against children; and
3. Resolution calling for the promotion of a disaster resilient California cities.
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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 7:40 p.m.
ATTEST:
Manuel Lozano, Mayor
Alejandra Avila, City Clerk
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MINUTES
BALDWIN PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY
SEPTEMBER 19, 2012, 7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER -14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, 91706
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Lozano at 7:38 p.m.
ROLL CALL
City Council present:
Council Member Marlen Garcia
Council Member Monica Garcia
Council Member Ricardo Pacheco
Mayor Pro Tern Susan Rubio
Mayor Manuel Lozano
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:38 p.m. and seeing no one wishing
to speak, Public Communications closed at 7:38 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. TREASURER'S REPORT: JUNE AND JULY 2012
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the Treasurer's Reports
for June and July 2012.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0)
to receive and file the Treasurer's Reports for June and July 2012.
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
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 7:40 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
MINUTES
BALDWIN PARK FINANCE AUTHORITY
SEPTEMBER 19, 2012, 7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER -14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, 91706
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Lozano at 7:36 p.m
ROLL CALL
City Council present:
Council Member Marlen Garcia
Council Member Monica Garcia
Council Member Ricardo Pacheco
Mayor Pro Tern Susan Rubio
Mayor Manuel Lozano
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:36 p.m. and seeing no one wishing
to speak, Public Communications closed at 7:36 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. TREASURER'S REPORT: JUNE AND JULY 2012
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the Treasurer's Reports
for June and July 2012.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0)
to receive and file the Treasurer's Reports for June and July 2012.
AYES:
Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
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 7:38 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
MINUTES
BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
AND SPECIAL MEETING
MARCH 18, 2015, 5:30 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER -14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, 91706
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5:54 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tern Baca.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco
Councilmember Monica Garcia
Mayor Pro Tern Cruz Baca
ABSENT:
Councilmember Susan Rubio
Mayor Manuel Lozano
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Pro Tern Baca opened Public Communications at 5:55 p.m.
Seeing no one wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 5:56 p.m.
OPEN SESSION
1. AUTOMOBILE TOWING AND STORAGE
Councilmember Pacheco requested that this item be pulled from the agenda and heard
at a future meeting.
2. 2ND UNIT CODE AMENDMENT
Since Mayor Lozano requested this presentation but had an excused absence from the
meeting, this item was pulled and will be heard at a future meeting.
With no other matters to be discussed in Open Session, Council convened for Closed Session
at 5:54 p.m.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
Agency designated representatives: Shannon Yauchzee; Robert N. Tafoya; Jimmy
Gutierrez Employee Organizations: General Unit of Maintenance Employees, SEIU Local
721; Police Officer Association; Professional and Technical Employees Association; Clerical
Employees Association; Police Management Employees Association; Classified Confidential
Employees Association; Classified Management Employees Association
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Unrepresented Employee(s): City Planner; Housing Authority Manager; Community
Development Director; Human Resource Manager; Police Chief; Finance Director; Public
Works Director; Recreation and Community Services Director
2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Government
Code Section 54956.9:
Potential Case(s): Two (2)
3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9:
Case Name: Lindsay v. City of Baldwin Park, Case No. 2:15 -CV- 00800 -BRO -MAN
Case Name: Eastern Keystone v. City of Baldwin Park, Case No. BS150623
Case Name: City of Baldwin Park v. City of Irwindale, Case No. BS152919
4. REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: A portion of APN #8554 - 001 -913; generally located on Bogart Ave at E Pacific Ave
Agency negotiators: Shannon Yauchzee, Robert N. Tafoya, Marc Castagnola
Negotiating parties: Los Angeles Regional Interoperable Communications System Authority
Under negotiation: Terms and price
RESESSED FROM CLOSED SESSION
Council recessed from Closed Session at 6:55 p.m., noting that Closed Session would
reconvene after the Regular Council meeting.
RECONVENED TO CLOSED SESSION
Council reconvened Closed Session at 8:35 p.m.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, motion was made the meeting was adjourn at 8:45 p.m.
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Lozano reported that no reportable action was taken on items discussed during Closed
Session.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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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 Tern 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"
CCU u,icates 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
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.
Greq 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: KILL 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 OF CHAPTER 93, FIRE PREVENTION
FIREWORKS, OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE WITH RESPECT TO
BANKING REQUIREMENTS • • SAFE AND SANE FIREWORKS
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
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 Tern 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 CalACT
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 CalACT Procurement to use their existing
negotiated pricing and proposal;
2. approve an-a' 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
1 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:
C P -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 Kerri 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
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.
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 I CITY TREASURER I 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.
Mayor
ATTEST:
Manuel Lozano, Mayor
Alejandra Avila, City Clerk
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MINUTES
BALDWIN PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY
MARCH 18, 2015, 7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER - 14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, 91706
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Lozano at 8:22 p.m.
ROLL CALL
City Council present:
Council Member Ricardo Pacheco
Council Member Monica Garcia
Council Member Susan Rubio
Mayor Pro Tern Cruz Baca
Mayor Manuel Lozano
PUBLIC COMMUMMATION-R
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 8:22 p.m. and seeing no one wishing
to speak, Public Communications closed at 8:23 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. TREASURER'S REPORT: JANUARY 2015
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the January 2015
Treasurer's Report.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to
receive and file the January 2015 Treasurer's Report.
AYES:
Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
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 8:23 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
MINUTES
BALDWIN PARK FINANCE AUTHORITY
MARCH 18,2015,7:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER -14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, 91706
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Lozano at 8:23 p.m.
ROLL CALL
City Council present:
Council Member Ricardo Pacheco
Council Member Monica Garcia
Council Member Susan Rubio
Mayor Pro Tern Cruz Baca
Mayor Manuel Lozano
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 8:23 p.m. and seeing no one wishing
to speak, Public Communications closed at 8:24 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. TREASURER'S REPORT: JANUARY 2015
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the January 2015
Treasurer's Report.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to
receive and file the January 2015 Treasurer's Report.
AYES:
Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES:
None.
ABSENT:
None.
ABSTAIN:
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 8:25 p.m.
Mayor
ATTEST:
City Clerk
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ITEM NO.
Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Daniel Wall, Director of Public Wor f
DATE: April 1, 2015
SUBJECT: APPROVE AND ADOPT 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
SUMMARY
This ordinance will amend the Municipal Code to prohibit non - emergency street cuts on newly paved,
reconstructed or otherwise improved streets in order to preserve the integrity and extend the life of city streets.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council conduct the second reading by title only, and waive further reading, of
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."
BACKGROUND
Far too often, newly paved streets are being cut into so that work can be performed by various utility companies
including water, gas, sewer and telecommunications. The excavation and subsequent patching of the street
weakens the compacted earth under the street and causes the repaved area to sink or distort due to the
instability. This can create significant depressions in the road or conversely can cause a bumpy surface where
the repaving has been done.
This ordinance, which was introduced and received first reading at the City Council meeting of March 18, 2015,
will codify a moratorium that will prohibit non - emergency cuts in streets or alleys that have been constructed,
reconstructed, overlaid or sealed within a five year period from the date of completion.
LEGAL REVIEW
This item has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney as to legal form and content.
ALTERNATIVES
Council may choose to rescind its approval of the Ordinance as first read on March 18, 2015.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Ordinance No. 1373
ORDINANCE NO. 1373
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
WHEREAS, Pursuant to the California Constitution, Article XI, section 7, The City of
Baldwin Park may make and enforce within its limits all local, police, sanitary and other
ordinances and regulations not in conflict with general law;
WHEREAS, Article XI, section 9 of the California Constitution proscribes that
corporations which establish and operate works for supplying light, water, power, heat,
transportation or means of communication, to residents of a municipal corporation shall establish
and operate such services upon conditions and under regulations that municipal corporation may
prescribe under its law; and
WHEREAS, the California Constitution grants the City the right to adopt reasonable
regulations regarding its right -of -ways, which reasonable regulations would include the
establishment of a street cut moratorium.
NOW THEREFORE, The City Council of the City of Baldwin Park does hereby ordain
as follows:
SECTION 1. Title IX, Chapter 97 of the City of Baldwin Park Municipal Code is
amended to add §97.023 to adopt a street cut moratorium on newly improved streets, to read as
follows:
" §97.023 STREET CUT MORATORIUM
For streets, alleys, and public places that were reconstructed, overlaid, or sealed, the following
shall apply:
1. No non - emergency street cuts will be permitted for a period of five (5) years from the
date of completion of the reconstruction, overlay, or seal.
2. In the case of an emergency or where street cuts have been authorized by the Director of
Public Works / City Engineer within five (5) years following the completion of the
reconstruction, overlay, or seal the following shall apply: the Permittee will be required
to grind and one and one -half (1 -1/2) inches of existing asphalt, curb to curb and repave
the surface for a distance of at least twenty -five (25) feet (for a traverse street cut) and up
to one (1) lane width (for a longitudinal street cut) beyond each side of the trench using a
properly licensed contractor.
3. Emergencies (exceptions) are defined as follows:
a. An emergency that endangers life or property.
b. Interruption of essential utility service.
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c. Work that is mandated by the city, state, of federal legislature.
d. Service for buildings where no other reasonable means of providing service
exists."
SECTION 2. If any provision of this Code is found to be unconstitutional or otherwise
invalid by any court of competent jurisdiction, such invalidity shall not affect remaining
provisions of this Code are declared to be severable
SECTION 3. This Ordinance shall become effective thirty days after final adoption by a
vote of the City Council.
SECTION 4. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance and have it
published and /or posted in accordance with state and local law.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 1st day of April, 2015.
ATTEST:
CITY CLERK
I, ALEJANDRA AVILA, City Clerk of the City of Baldwin Park, do hereby certify that the
foregoing ordinance was regularly introduced and placed upon its first reading at a regular
meeting of the City Council on March 18, 2015. That thereafter said Ordinance No. 1363 was
duly approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on April 1, 2015 by the
following vote:
AYES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN:
COUNCIL MEMBERS:
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SUMMARY
The TAP agreement will allow the City of Baldwin Park to partner with Los Angeles County Metropolitan
Transportation Authority (LACTMA) to accept a regional smart card on the City's transit buses.
FISCAL IMPACT
This program will not impact the General Fund. The fees for participation in this program are approximately
$20 per card reader per month. This cost would be paid for using Prop A Transportation Funds.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council approve the Cooperative TAP Participant Agreement and the TAP Mobile
Validator License Agreement; and authorize the Mayor to execute the same.
BACKGROUND
Tr%uisit Agencies throughout Los Angeles County are partnering with Los Angeles County Metropolitan
Transportation Authority (LACTMA) to participate in the Transit Access Pass (TAP) program. The TAP
program is a regional smart card program developed as a cooperative effort amongst participating public transit
operators in Los Angeles County providing for the electronic payment of inter - and intra- fares via the use of TAP
devices on such TAP Participants' buses and railcars. The goal of the TAP program is to make mass transit use
easier and hopefully encourage more riders, by allowing riders to make electronic fare payments on public transit
systems throughout Los Angeles County with the use of just one card.
LEGAL REVIEW
Agreements have been reviewed by the City Attorney
ALTERNATIVES
In order to provide our transit passengers with the ability to use one card to pay for fares throughout the region
there is no alternative.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Cooperative TAP Participant Agreement
B. TAP Mobile Validator License Agreement
ITEM NO.
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SUMMARY
The TAP agreement will allow the City of Baldwin Park to partner with Los Angeles County Metropolitan
Transportation Authority (LACTMA) to accept a regional smart card on the City's transit buses.
FISCAL IMPACT
This program will not impact the General Fund. The fees for participation in this program are approximately
$20 per card reader per month. This cost would be paid for using Prop A Transportation Funds.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council approve the Cooperative TAP Participant Agreement and the TAP Mobile
Validator License Agreement; and authorize the Mayor to execute the same.
BACKGROUND
Tr%uisit Agencies throughout Los Angeles County are partnering with Los Angeles County Metropolitan
Transportation Authority (LACTMA) to participate in the Transit Access Pass (TAP) program. The TAP
program is a regional smart card program developed as a cooperative effort amongst participating public transit
operators in Los Angeles County providing for the electronic payment of inter - and intra- fares via the use of TAP
devices on such TAP Participants' buses and railcars. The goal of the TAP program is to make mass transit use
easier and hopefully encourage more riders, by allowing riders to make electronic fare payments on public transit
systems throughout Los Angeles County with the use of just one card.
LEGAL REVIEW
Agreements have been reviewed by the City Attorney
ALTERNATIVES
In order to provide our transit passengers with the ability to use one card to pay for fares throughout the region
there is no alternative.
ATTACHMENTS
A. Cooperative TAP Participant Agreement
B. TAP Mobile Validator License Agreement
This TAP MOBILE VALIDATOR LICENSE AGREEMENT ( "Agreement ") is
entered into as of March 18, 2015 (the "Effective Date "), by and between the Los Angeles County
Metropolitan Transportation Authority, a California county transportation authority existing under
the authority of §§ 130050.2 et seq. of the California Public Utilities Code ( "LACMTA "), and
The City of Baldwin Park ( "Licensee "). LACMTA and Licensee are sometimes hereinafter
referred to individually as "Party" or collectively as "Parties ".
RECITALS
A. The Transit Access Pass ( "TAP ") program is a regional smart card program
developed as a cooperative effort amongst participating public transit operators ( "TAP
Participants ") in Los Angeles County (the "Region ") providing for the electronic payment of inter -
and intra- fares via the use of TAP devices on such TAP Participants' buses and railcars (the "TAP
System ");
B. The TAP System was approved by LACMTA Board Action on May 28, 1997 to
serve as the Region's universal fare system, enabling TAP Participants to share a common fare
media for use amongst public transit patrons riding on TAP Participants' buses and/or rail system;
C. The back - office operations of the TAP System are managed by the Regional TAP
Service Center (the "RTSC ");
D. LACMTA is (i) the contracting entity responsible for the daily operations of the
RTSC; (ii) the owner and distributor of any application that resides on the TAP card; and (iii) the
owner of the software and data stored on the TAP cards or devices that are used for all transit fare
collection purposes;
E. LACMTA has established a regional third party TAP vendor network for the sale
and reloading of TAP fare products to TAP cards;
F. LACMTA and TAP Participants recognize that a one -fare media for transit payment
among TAP Participants has a beneficial impact on the customers served, and on the ability of TAP
Participants to improve service with enhanced data;
G. As such, TAP Participants (including LACMTA) have created a TAP Operating
Group ( "TOG "), comprised of one primary representative and one alternate from each TAP
Participant, and a TAP Working Group to work towards, among other things, unifying fare media
into the TAP program;
H. The rules for participation in the TOG and TAP System are outlined in the Regional
TAP Program and Service Center Operating Rules and the TAP Financial Positions /Settlement
Agreement (collectively, the "TAP Regional Operating Rules ") which, among other things, set
forth the process for reconciling the revenues and costs of participating in the TAP System,
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including the monthly clearing and settlement process by which TAP Participants receive fare
revenue from the Region or make a payment to the Region for the sale of regional or other TAP
Participant fare products ( the "Positions and Settlement Process ");
1. Amendments to the TAP Regional Operating Rules can only be approved by
majority ruling of TAP Participants' General Managers, with concurrence of the LACMTA CEO;
J. Licensee and LACMTA have entered into that certain Cooperative TAP Participant
Agreement dated March 18, 2015 ( "Cooperative TAP Participant Agreement ") which, among
other things, establishes the respective roles and responsibilities of the Parties in connection with
Participant's participation in the TAP System;
K. In order to process TAP card transactions, Licensee will use a TAP Mobile
Validator supplied by LACMTA. The "Mobile Validator" consists of and is defined hereunder
to include all hardware, software, program documentation and any program updates supplied by
LACMTA necessary to process TAP card transactions.
L. LACMTA desires to license Mobile Validator(s) to Licensee and Licensee desires to
license the Mobile Validator(s) on the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement, which,
among other things, establish the respective roles and responsibilities of the Parties in connection
with Licensee's use of the Mobile Validator in connection with its participation in the TAP System;
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above Recitals, and the agreements,
covenants, and conditions contained herein and for other good and valuable consideration, the
receipt and adequacy of which are hereby acknowledged, LACMTA and Licensee, intending to
be legally bound hereby, agree as follows
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1. GRANT OF LICENSE. Subject to the terms and conditions contained herein, LACMTA
hereby grants to Licensee and Licensee hereby accepts a non - exclusive, non - transferable,
revocable license ( "License ") to use seven Mobile Validator(s) (collectively, the "MV ")
supplied by LACMTA for the sole purpose of processing TAP card transactions in accordance
with the TAP Regional Operating Rules and this Agreement.
2. TERM. The term ( "Term ") of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and
shall terminate on the date on which this Agreement is terminated pursuant to Section 13 of this
Agreement.
3. USE. Licensee agrees that the MV will not be subjected to unnecessarily rough usage,
that it will be used in accordance with its design, and that its use will conform with the TAP
Regional Operating Rules and the terms of this Agreement.
4. PROHIBITED ACTIVITIES. Licensee shall not:
a. Copy, reproduce, tamper with, remove, alter, or otherwise modify the MV (in
whole or in part) or any associated software provided to Licensee or loaded in the MV;
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b. Sell, license, sublicense, disclose, distribute or otherwise transfer the MV, in
whole or in part, or any associated MV software to any third party;
Remove or modify any program markings or any notice of LACMTA's
proprietary rights;
d. Alter, modify, or change the MV hardware;
e. Decode, reverse engineer or disassemble the MV and associated software; or
f. Disclose performance results of MV to public entities without the consent of
the LACMTA. This does not include Agency Data collected by the MV, only information
related to the MV itself.
g. Use or permit the use of the MV for illegal purposes.
5. LICENSEE RESPONSIBILITIES. Licensee agrees to the following in its use of the MV:
a. Licensee shall pay the data fees assessed for each MV licensed for Licensee's
use, on a monthly basis, consistent with the Positions and Settlement Process set forth in the TAP
Regional Operating Rules;
b. Licensee shall set up each MV to accept TAP stored value, EZ transit pass (per
the rules of the EZ transit pass program), and inter- agency transfers that are valid for travel on the
Licensee's services. The stored value ride price is a unique price per Licensee's own fare rules, and
set via the fare table configuration, as may be modified from time to time;
c. Licensee shall use the MV in the manner for which it was intended and keep the
MV in good repair and operating condition, consistent with the terms of this Agreement.
6. LACMTA RESPONSIBILITIES.
a. LACMTA shall license the MV to Licensee, and will provide the basic initial
equipment installation service at no cost to Licensee, provided that any additional cost of installation
unique to Licensee's buses or other vehicles providing Licensee's services (as determined in
LACMTA's sole discretion) shall be borne solely by Licensee.
b. LACMTA will have spare replacement Mobile Validator(s) available to
Licensee to replace a malfunctioning device within forty eight (48) hours of notification by
Licensee of a faulty device, subject to supply and availability, as determined by LACMTA.
c. LACMTA agrees to provide fare table support (i.e., changing TAP fares) for
Licensee- specific fare products, upon forty -five (45) days' notice given by Licensee.
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d. LACMTA will provide MV software updates to Licensee throughout the Term,
at LACMTA's sole discretion.
7. LOSS /DAMAGE /REPLACEMENT. If the MV is lost, damaged, or stolen, Licensee
shall pay a minimum replacement fee of Three Thousand Dollars ($3,000), or more, as
determined by LACMTA (based on the then current market replacement cost for MV and other
administrative costs not to exceed 10% of the replacement cost).
8. NO IMPLIED WARRANTY. LACMTA makes no representations or warranties that the
MV will perform as indicated or that the MV will be suitable for the purposes for which it (they)
is (are) permitted to be used under this Agreement. LACMTA does not guarantee that the MV
will perform error -free or uninterrupted or that LACMTA will correct all program errors. The
implied warranties of merchantability and of fitness for a particular purpose are expressly
waived.
9. TITLE/NO ENCUMBRANCE. LACMTA shall, at all times, retain title, ownership and
intellectual property rights to the MV. No title to the MV is transferred hereunder to Licensee.
Licensee shall not permit any claim, levy, lien or legal process to be issued against the MV.
10. INSPECTION /AUDIT BY LACMTA. LACMTA, or its agent, shall have the right at
any time to inspect or perform audits of the MV to ensure that Licensee's, and/or its agent's, use
thereof complies with the terms of this Agreement. Such inspections or audits shall be
conducted during normal business hours. Licensee and its agents shall cooperate with LACMTA
in any inspection or audit, and shall provide LACI:/IT A with all records reasonably related to
Licensee's and its agents' use of the MV.
11. SURRENDER OF MV. Licensee agrees that on termination of this Agreement or at the
request of LACMTA for surrender of the MV, Licensee shall have no rights to use the MV, and
at such time, (a) Licensor may disable the MV to prevent Licensee from continued use of the
MV and (b) Licensee shall, at Licensee's expense, remove the MV from its bus or railcar and
deliver the MV in good condition (reasonable wear and tear excepted) to Cubic Transportation
Systems at 14100 Shoemaker Avenue, Norwalk, CA 90650, or to such other location as
LACMTA may designate.
12. NO ASSIGNMENT. Licensee or its agent may not assign this Agreement or give or
transfer the MV, in whole or in part, nor any of the rights, interests or obligations hereunder to
another party.
13. TERMINATION. This Agreement shall terminate as between the Parties upon the
occurrence of any of the following:
a. Thirty (30) days after written notice from a Party that such Party intends to
terminate this Agreement, without cause;
b. Thirty (3 0) days after written notice from a Party that such Party intends to
terminate this Agreement because of a breach of the Agreement by the Party receiving the notice if
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such breach is not cured within said thirty (30) day period; provided, however, that, in the event that
the, breach is of a nature which cannot reasonably be cured within thirty (3 0) days, the Agreement
shall not terminate so long as the breaching Parry has commenced to cure the breach within the
thirty (30) day period and diligently prosecutes the completion of the cure to conclusion thereafter;
or
C. The bankruptcy or insolvency of a Party or the commencement of
proceedings of any kind by or against a Party under the Federal Bankruptcy Act or under any
other insolvency, bankruptcy or reorganization act.
d. Upon termination of the Cooperative TAP Participant Agreement, this
Agreement will terminate concurrently.
14. iNS U RANCE. Licensee shall, at Licensee's own expense, maintain liability and fire
insurance and such other insurance as necessary for Licensee's protection of the W. Failure to
carry such insurance shall not relieve Licensee of liability as provided in this Agreement.
15. INDEMNIFICATION. Licensee shall indemnify, defend (with counsel acceptable to
LACMTA) and hold harmless LACMTA and its subsidiaries and their respective officers, agents,
employees, and directors (collectively, "LACMTA Parties ") harmless from and against any
liability and expenses, including without limitation, defense costs, any costs or liability on account
of bodily injury, death or personal injury of any person or for damage to or loss of risk of property,
any legal fees and any claims for damages of any nature whatsoever arising out of Licensee's
actions pursuant to this Agreement, use of the MV, and/or participation in the TAP System, except
as caused by LACTMA's gross negligence. LACMT A shall, under no circumstance, be liable for
special, incidental, exemplary or consequential damages suffered by Licensee, including, but not
limited to loss of projects, anticipated revenue, interest, loss of use or other such claims arising
from any causes whatsoever, whether or not such loss or damage is based on contract, warranty,
tort (including negligence), indemnity or otherwise.
16. MISCELLANEOUS.
a. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by, interpreted under, and
construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of California applicable to
agreements made and to be performed wholly within the State of California.
b. Attorney's Fees. Should any Party institute any action or proceeding to enforce or
interpret this Agreement or any provision hereof, for damages by reason of any alleged breach of
this Agreement, or for a declaration of rights hereunder, the prevailing Party in any such action
or proceeding shall be entitled to receive from the other Party all costs and expenses, including
reasonable attorneys' and other fees, incurred by the prevailing Party in connection with such
action or proceeding. The term "attorneys' and other fees" means and includes attorneys' fees,
accountants' fees, and any and all other similar fees incurred in connection with the action or
proceeding and preparations therefore. The term "action or proceeding" means and includes
actions, proceedings, suits, arbitrations, appeals and other similar proceedings.
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c. Notice. Any notice required or permitted to be given under this Agreement shall
be in writing and shall be deemed to have been delivered, if hand delivered or deposited with a
reputable overnight courier (such as Federal Express, UPS, DHL, or similar courier), postage
prepaid, return receipt required, or three business days after deposit into U. S. Mail, certified or
registered, postage prepaid and return receipt requested, and shall be addressed as follows, unless
otherwise notified in writing of change of address:
If to Licensee: City of Baldwin Park
14403 E. Pacific Avenue
Director of Public works
Telephone: (626) 813 -5251
Email:Dwal'l@baldwinpark.com
Fascimile: (626) 962 -2625
If to LACMTA: Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority
One Gateway Plaza, Mail Stop 99/04/03
Los Angeles, CA 90012
ATTN: David Sutton, Deputy Executive Officer, TAP
Telephone: (213) 922 -5633
Email: SuttonD @metro.net
Fascimile: (213) 922 -4036
d. Time of Essence. Time is of the essence of this Agreement and each and every
term and provision hereof.
e. No Assignment. Licensee shall not assign this Agreement, or any part thereof,
without prior approval of the LACMTA Chief Executive Officer or his/her designee, and any
assignment without said consent shall be void and unenforceable.
f. Successors and Assigns. This Agreement shall inure solely to the benefit of, and
be binding upon, the Parties hereto and their respective successors and assigns (Licensee's
assigns, as approved by pursuant to Subsection 16e of this Agreement).
g. Entire Agreement. This Agreement supersedes all prior agreements between the
Parties with respect to its subject matter and constitutes (along with the Cooperative TAP
Participant Agreement) a complete and exclusive statement of the terms of the agreement
between the parties with respect to its subject matter. Any oral representations or modifications
concerning this Agreement shall be of no force or effect.
h. Modification. The Agreement shall not be amended, except in writing signed by
the Parties who agreed to the original Agreement or the same level of authority.
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i. Further Assurances. Subject to agreement by the Parties of the terms thereof, the
Parties each agrees to execute any and all other documents and to take any further actions
reasonably necessary to consummate the transactions reasonably contemplated hereby.
j. Remedies. The obligations and duties of the Parties hereunder, including their
representations, warranties, covenants and agreements, may be enforced by any and all available
remedies, including without limitation, specific performance, injunction, damages and
declaratory relief.
k. Nonwaiver of Rights. No failure or delay of a Party in the exercise of any right
given to such Party hereunder shall constitute a waiver thereof unless the time specified herein
for exercise of such right has expired, nor shall any single or partial exercise of any right
preclude other or further exercise thereof or of any other right.
1. Construction. Headings at the beginning of each paragraph or subparagraph are
solely for the convenience of the Parties and not a part of this Agreement. Except as otherwise
provided in this Agreement, all exhibits referred to herein are attached hereto and are
incorporated herein by this reference. Any reference to a Section herein includes all subsections
thereof. This Agreement shall not be construed as if it had been prepared by only one Party, but
rather as if all Parties had prepared the same.
m. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement shall be declared by any court of
competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, such provision shall be deemed
severed horn this Agreement, and the remaining parts hereof shall remain in full force and effect,
as fully as though such invalid, illegal or unenforceable provision had never been part of this
Agreement.
n. Duplicate Originals; Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in any
number of duplicate originals, all of which shall be of equal legal force and effect. Additionally,
this Agreement may be executed in counterparts which, when taken together, shall form the
entire Agreement of the Parties.
o. Relationship. Licensee, in the performance of the work described in this
Agreement, is not a contractor nor an agent, partner or employee of LACMTA. Licensee attests
to no organizational or personal conflicts of interest and agrees to notify LACMTA immediately
in the event that a conflict, or the appearance thereof, arises. Licensee shall not represent itself
as an agent, partner, employee of LACMTA and shall have no powers to bind LACMTA in
contract or otherwise.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Agreement to be executed by their
duly authorized representatives as of the dates indicated below:
LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION
AUTHORITY, a California county transportation authority existing under the authority of
§ § 13 005 0.2 et seq. of the California Public Utilities Code
By:
Arthur T. Leahy
Chief Executive Officer
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
JOHN F. KRATTLI
County Counsel
By:
Deputy
LICENSEE:
City of Baldwin Park
Date:
Date:
By: Date:
Manuel Lozano
Mayor
This COOPERATIVE TAP PARTICIPANT AGREEMENT ( "Agreement ") is entered into as of
October 1, 2014 (the "Effective Date "), by and between the Los Angeles County Metropolitan
Transportation Authority, a California county transportation authority existing under the authority
of §§ 130050.2 et seq. of the California Public Utilities Code ( "LACMTA "), and The City of
Baldwin Park ( "Participant "). LACMTA and Participant are sometimes hereinafter referred to
individually as "Party" or collectively as "Parties ".
A.. The Transit Access Pass ( "TAP ") program is a regional smart card program
developed as a cooperative effort amongst participating public transit operators ("TAP
Participants ") in Los Angeles County (the "Region ") providing for the electronic payment of
inter- and intea- fares via the use of TAP devices on such TAP Participants' buses and railcars (the
"TAP System ");
B. The TAP System was approved by LACMTA Board Action on May 28, 1997 to
serve as the Region's universal fare system, enabling TAP Participants to share a common fare
media for use amongst public transit patrons riding on TAP Participants' buses and/or rail system;
C. The back -office operations of the TAP System are managed by the Regional TAP
Service Center (the "RTSC ");
D. LACMTA is (i) the contracting entity responsible for the daily operations of the
RTSC; (ii) the owner and distributor of any application that resides on the TAP card; and (iii) the
owner of the software and data stored on the TAP cards or devices that are used for all transit fare
collection purposes;
E. LACMTA has established a regional third party TAP vendor network for the sale
and reloading of TAP fare products to TAP cards;
F. LACMTA and TAP Participants recognize that a one -fare media for transit payment
among TAP Participants has a beneficial impact on the customers served, and on the ability of TAP
Participants to improve service with enhanced data;
G. As such, TAP Participants (including LACMTA) have created a TAP Operating
Group ( "TOG "), comprised of one primary representative and one alternate from each TAP
Participant, and a TAP Working Group to work towards, among other things, unifying fare media
into the TAP program;
H. The rules for participation in the TOG and TAP System are outlined in the Regional
TAP Program and Service Center Operating Rules and the TAP Financial Positions /Settlement
Agreement (collectively, the "TAP Regional Operating Rules ") which, among other things, set
forth the process for reconciling the revenues and costs of participating in the TAP System,
including the monthly clearing and settlement process by which TAP Participants receive fare
revenue from the Region or make a payment to the Region for the sale of regional or other TAP
Participant fare products (the "Positions and Settlement Process ");
I. Amendments to the TAP Regional Operating Rules can only be approved by
majority ruling of TAP Participants' General Managers, with concurrence of the LACMTA CEO;
J. LACMTA (as the contracting entity responsible for the daily operations of RTSC)
has agreed to license mobile validator TAP devices (one or more, collectively, "Mobile
Validator ") to TAP Participants who (a) meet the requirements set forth in the TAP Regional
Operating Rules and (b) agree to the terms of (i) a TAP Mobile Validator License and Services
Agreement and (ii) this Agreement;
K. Concurrently herewith, LACMTA and Participant are entering into that certain TAP
Mobile Validator License and Services Agreement dated of even date herewith, substantially in the
form attached hereto as Exhibit A (the "MV License Agreement ");
L. LACMTA and Participant each desire to agree to the terms and conditions under
which the Participant shall participate in the TAP System.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the above Recitals, and the agreements,
representations, warranties, covenants, and conditions contained herein and for other good and
valuable consideration, the receipt and adequacy of which are hereby acknowledged, LACMTA and
Participant, intending to be legally bound hereby, agree as follows:
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1. PURPOSE. The Parties agree that this Agreement, among other things, establishes the
respective roles and responsibilities of the Parties in connection with Participant's participation in
the TAP System.
2. TERM. The term ( "Term ") of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and
shall terminate on the date on which this Agreement is terminated pursuant to Section 5 of this
Agreement.
3. PARTICIPANT RESPONSIBILITIES. Participant acknowledges and agrees to the
following terms and conditions at all times during its participation in the TAP System:
a. Participant shall abide by the latest approved TAP Operating Rules.
b. Participant shall comply with the Positions and Settlement Process by timely
making and accepting payments as required and set forth in the Positions and Settlement Process.
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c. Participant acknowledges and agrees that LACMTA, as set forth in the TAP
Operating Rules, is (i) the contracting entity responsible for the daily operations of the RISC; (ii)
the owner and distributor of any application that resides on the TAP card; and (iii) the owner of the
software and data stored on the TAP cards or devices that are used for all transit fare collection
purposes.
d. Participant authorizes LACMTA to contract with third party vendors, in its sole
discretion, for the sale of prepaid TAP cards, TAP stored value, TAP pass products, TAP rides,
and other transit fares /products ( "TAP Fare Products "), and, upon Participant's request and
agreement of a third party vendor, any prepaid Participant - specific fare products ( "Participant
Fare Products ") (the TAP Fare Products and the Participant Fare Products may be referred to
collectively hereafter as the "Fare Products ").
e. Participant authorizes LACMTA, as the contracting entity responsible for the daily
operations of the RTSC, to:
i. manage and operate all of the functions of the RTSC, as set forth in the TAP
Operating Rules, in its sole discretion, including the ability to contract RSTC functions to third
parties;
ii. remit funds collected from any third party vendor for the sale of TAP Fare
Products and/or Participant Fare Products, as applicable, to Participant, consistent with the
Positions and Settlement Process, and Participant shall not hold LACMMA liable for any funds
deemed uncollectable from such third party vendor.
f. Participant acknowledges and agrees that the TAP System is a fare collection
system, and under no circumstances shall LACMTA be responsible for Participant's operation of
its public transit services.
4. LACMTA RESPONSIBILITIES.
a. LACMTA shall make Participant Fare Products available for sale /reload at select
third party vendor locations upon written request of the Participant and upon agreement of such
third party vendor.
b. LACMTA shall. remit all TAP funds collected from a third party vendor selling TAP
Fare Products to the Participant through the Positions and Settlement Process, but shall not be held
liable for any funds deemed uncollectable.
5. TERMINATION. This Agreement shall terminate upon the occurrence of any of the
following:
a. Thirty (30) days after written notice from a Party that such Party intends to terminate
this Agreement, without cause;
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b. Thirty (30) days after written notice from a Party that such Party intends to terminate
this Agreement because of a breach of the Agreement by the Party receiving the notice if such
breach is not cured within said thirty (30) day period; provided, however, that, in the event that the
breach is of a nature which cannot reasonably be cured within thirty (30) days, the Agreement shall
not terminate so long as the breaching Parry has commenced to cure the breach within the thirty
(30) day period and diligently prosecutes the completion of the cure to conclusion thereafter; or
c. The bankruptcy or insolvency of a Party or the commencement of proceedings of
any kind by or against a Party under the Federal Bankruptcy Act or under any other insolvency,
bankruptcy or reorganization act.
6. INDEMNIFICATION. Participant shall indemnify, defend (with counsel acceptable to
LACMTA) and hold harmless LACMTA and its subsidiaries and their respective officers, agents,
employees, and directors (collectively, "LACMTA Parties ") harmless from and against any
liability and expenses, including without limitation, defense costs, any costs or liability on account
of bodily injury, death or personal injury of any person or for damage to or loss of risk of property,
any environmental obligation, any legal fees and any claims for damages of any nature whatsoever
(collectively, "Claims ") arising out of Participant's actions pursuant to this Agreement and/or
participation in the TAP System, except as caused by LACTMA's gross negligence. LACMTA
shall, under no circumstance, be liable for special, incidental, exemplary or consequential
damages suffered by Participant in connection with Participant's actions pursuant to this
Agreement and/or participation in the TAP System, including, but not limited to loss of projects,
anticipated revenue, interest, loss of use or other such claims arising from any causes whatsoever,
whether or not such loss or damage is based on contract, warranty, tort (including negligence),
indemnity or otherwise.
7. MISCELLANEOUS.
a. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by, interpreted under, and
construed and enforced in accordance with the laws of the State of California applicable to
agreements made and to be performed wholly within the State of California.
b. Attorney's Fees. Should any Party institute any action or proceeding to enforce or
interpret this Agreement or any provision hereof, for damages by reason of any alleged breach of
this Agreement, or for a declaration of rights hereunder, the prevailing Party in any such action or
proceeding shall be entitled to receive from the other Party all costs and expenses, including
reasonable attorneys' and other fees, incurred by the prevailing Party in connection with such action
or proceeding. The term "attorneys' and other fees" means and includes attorneys' fees,
accountants' fees, and any and all other similar fees incurred in connection with the action or
proceeding and preparations therefore. The term "action or proceeding" means and includes
actions, proceedings, suits, arbitrations, appeals and other similar proceedings.
c. Notice. Any notice required or permitted to be given under this Agreement shall be
in writing and shall be deemed to have been delivered, if hand delivered or deposited with a
reputable overnight courier (such as Federal Express, UPS, DHL, or similar courier), postage
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prepaid, return receipt required, or three business days after deposit into U. S. Mail, certified or
registered, postage prepaid and return receipt requested, and shall be addressed as follows, unless
otherwise notified in writing of change of address:
If to Participant: City Of Baldwin Park
14403 E. Pacific Avenue
ATTN: Director of Public Works
Telephone: (626) 813 -5251
Email: DWall @BaldwinPark.com
Fascimile: (626) 962 -2625
If to LACMTA: Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transportation Authority
One Gateway Plaza, Mail Stop 99/04/03
Los Angeles, CA 90012
ATTN: David Sutton, Deputy Executive Officer, TAP
Telephone: (213) 922 -5633
Email: SuttonD @metro.net
Fascimile: (213) 922 -4036
d. Time of Essence. Time is of the essence of this Agreement and each and every term
and provision hereof.
e. No Assigning nt. Participant shall not assign this Agreement, or any part thereof,
without prior approval of the LACMTA Chief Executive Officer or his/her designee, and any
assignment without said consent shall be void and unenforceable.
£ Successors and Assigns. This Agreement shall inure solely to the benefit of, and be
binding upon, the Parties hereto and their respective successors and assigns (Participant's assigns,
as approved by pursuant to Subsection 7e of this Agreement).
g. Entire Agreement. This Agreement supersedes all prior agreements between the
Parties with respect to its subject matter and constitutes (along with the MV License Agreement) a
complete and exclusive statement of the terms of the agreement between the parties with respect to
its subject matter. Any oral representations or modifications concerning this Agreement shall be of
no force or effect.
h. Modification. The Agreement shall not be amended, except in writing signed by the
Parties who agreed to the original Agreement or the same level of authority.
i. Further Assurances. Subject to agreement by the Parties of the terms thereof, the
Parties each agrees to execute any and all other documents and to take any further actions
reasonably necessary to consummate the transactions reasonably contemplated hereby.
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J. Remedies. The obligations and duties of the Parties hereunder, including their
representations, warranties, covenants and agreements, may be enforced by any and all available
remedies, including without limitation, specific performance, injunction, damages and declaratory
relief.
k. Several Liability. The Parties acknowledge and agree that this Agreement is not an
agreement pursuant to or subject to Government Code Section 895 et seq., and that (a) Participant
shall have liability hereunder only for those obligations of the Participant in connection with its
participation in the TAP System and shall have no liability with respect to LACMTA's
responsibilities in connection with the TAP System and (b) LACMTA shall have liability hereunder
only for the obligations of LACMTA, and shall have no liability with respect to Participant's
operation of its public transit services or Participant's obligations in connection with its
participation in the TAT System.
1. Nonwaiver of Rights. No failure or delay of a Party in the exercise of any right
given to such Party hereunder shall constitute a waiver thereof unless the time specified herein for
exercise of such right has expired, nor shall any single or partial exercise of any right preclude other
or further exercise thereof or of any other right.
m. Construction. Headings at the beginning of each paragraph or subparagraph are
solely for the convenience of the Parties and not a part of this Agreement. Except as otherwise
provided in this Agreement, all exhibits referred to herein are attached hereto and are incorporated
herein by this reference. Any reference to a Section herein includes all subsections thereof. This
Agreement shall not be construed as if it had been prepared by only one Party, but rather as if all
Parties had prepared the same.
n. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement shall be declared by any court of
competent jurisdiction to be invalid, illegal or unenforceable, such provision shall be deemed
severed from this Agreement, and the remaining parts hereof shall remain in full force and effect, as
fully as though such invalid, illegal or unenforceable provision had never been part of this
Agreement.
o. Duplicate Originals; Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in any number
of duplicate originals, all of which shall be of equal legal force and effect. Additionally, this
Agreement may be executed in counterparts which, when taken together, shall form the entire
Agreement of the Parties.
p. Relationship. Participant, in the performance of the work described in this
Agreement, is not a contractor nor an agent, partner or employee of LACMTA. Participant attests
to no organizational or personal conflicts of interest and agrees to notify LACMTA immediately in
the event that a conflict, or the appearance thereof, arises. Participant shall not represent itself as an
agent, partner, employee of LACMTA and shall have no powers to bind LACMTA in contract or
otherwise.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have caused this Agreement to be executed by their duly
authorized representatives as of the dates indicated below:
LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY
By:
Arthur T. Leahy
Chief Executive Officer
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
JOHN F. KRATTLI
County Counsel
By:
Deputy
P A IRTICIPANT:
City OF Baldwin Park
By:
Manual Lozano
Mayor
Date:
Date:
Date:
ITEM NO.
STAFF REPORT
SPIL" 1, TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
0
JGA4BBRIEL Or FROM: Shannon Yauchzee, Chief Executive Off er
Craig A. Graves, Director of Finance
prDATE: April 1, 2015
SUBJECT: APPROVE PROPOSAL WITH REVENUE AND COSTS
SPECIALISTS LLC FOR COMPREHENSIVE FEE STUDY
SUMMARY
This action would approve a proposal for a comprehensive fee study to evaluate the City's fees to make sure
they are in accordance with Prop 218 and Prop 26 and to determine if the City is fully recouping its costs.
FISCAL IMPACT
The attached proposal is in the amount of $27,500; the funding can be absorbed in the current year's budget.
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council approve the proposal of Revenue and Costs Specialists LLC for a
comprehensive fee study and direct the City Attorney to prepare the necessary contract and authorize the Mayor
to sign it.
BACKGROUND
The City charges various fees for service such as plan review, building inspections, passports, copies and other
such services. The City may not charge more than is required to recoup its costs. In other words the City
cannot overcharge for services to increase revenues as this would be considered a tax and subject to a ballot
process in most cases. The best way to make sure the City is recouping its costs and not overcharging is a
comprehensive fee study.
The City has not conducted a comprehensive fee study to justify the fees for services provided in a very long
time. In fact it may be possible the City has never conducted a comprehensive fee study. The City's fees for
services need to be justified in light of Prop 218 and Prop 26 to make sure they do not cover any more that is
required to provide the service. Also fees that are below the cost to provide service can then be increased.
West Covina recently did a Request for Proposals (RFP) for this service and got two respondents. The most
qualified and lowest responsive bid was Revenue and Costs Specialists LLC. Baldwin Park has met with the
staff from this firm and solicited a proposal for Baldwin Park. The attached proposal of $27,500 is a favorable
bid amount for a comprehensive fee study.
ALTERNATIVES
The City Council may choose to direct staff conduct an RFP however it is unlikely that costs would be reduced
significantly. In addition there would be costs for staff time, printing and advertising to conduct an RFP as well
as a delay in the process.
ATTACHMENTS
41 Proposal
1519 Chapman Avenue, Suite C
Fullerton, California 92831
(714) 992 -9020
February 12, 2015
Shannon Yauchzee
Chief Executive Officer
City of Baldwin Park
14403 E. Pacific Avenue
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Dear Mr. Yauchzee,
This letter proposal to prepare a Total Cost - Cost Allocation Plan (CAP) and Cost of
Services Study for the City is in response to your request on Monday, February 9th.
Background
Our original company name was Management Services Institute (MSI) which we
established in 1980 shortly after the adoption of Propositions 13 & 4. In the 1990's, we
changed our name to Revenue & Cost Specialists to better reflect the work that we do.
Mr. Kermer is one of the founding partners of the firm and we have performed similar
work for over one - quarter of the cities in California as well as for cities in Oregon,
Washington, Utah, Arizona and Ohio.
Scope of Work - Cost Allocation Plan and Cost of Services Study
The work performed by RCS would utilize preliminary information from the FY 2015-
2016 Budget as the source of cost data and would include the following steps:
1. Calculation of fringe benefit rates for staff. This rate will also reflect the costs to
the City from labor agreements, workers' compensation claims and medical
coverage for retirees.
2. Allocate budgeted costs of the City -- excluding Development Impact, Capital
Project and tax - financed Debt Service funds -- to employee fully- burdened hourly
rates or directly to services, as appropriate.
City of Baldwin Park CAP & Cost of Services Proposal Page 2
3. Allocate general city overhead to departments using a Total Cost - Cost
Allocation Plan (CAP):
a. Prepare a draft CAP and review it with staff.
b. Revise the draft CAP based on staff input.
4. Allocate departmental and divisional overhead to activities using a percentage
overhead rate method or include the costs in the CAP.
F. include any fixed asset replacement costs provided by the City to RCS in the
hourly rates and the costs of services
6. Using the above information compute a fully- burdened hourly rate for each staff
person
7. Interview departments to identify service time. Multiply the staff service time by the
hourly rates to compute the service costs. Multiply the service cost times the
estimated number of service units to compute the "full" cost of the service to the City.
8. Prepare a revenue and cost sheet for each service which details the cost of that
service and compares that cost with the fee schedule for that service. Suggest
fee changes to recover the desired percentage of cost.
9. Utilize the service time by position and the number of estimated service units to
tell if positions are over or under allocated. This step verifies that the service time
is reasonable and whether there might be services that were not identified for a
position.
10. Prepare a Draft Cost of Services Report. Review it with City staff. Revise the
draft based on input from staff.
11. Prepare a final Cost of Services report and a final Total Cost CAP. Provide the
City with master copies in PDF format so that the City can print as many copies
as it wants.
12. Present the reports to the City Council at a work - session and up to two council
meetings
City of Baldwin Park CAP & Cost of Services Proposal Page 3
Software Option
RCS uses a proprietary software product developed by ourselves and marketed through
our sister company, Government Software Systems, L.L.C. Information on the software
is available on the following website: www.gss- software.com /software- order.html
The price is listed on the web site. With this software and the data files from our study,
staff could perform future updates without hiring a consultant. Since RCS keeps data
files for a reasonable period of time, the City could wait till the next time it's ready to
update and exercise this option at that time, if it wants, with the price guaranteed to be
the same. There is no annual maintenance fee and support is always free by phone or
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Timing
RCS could start the project within ten days of a Notice to Proceed, and would schedule
the work with a tentative project completion in July, 2015.
Fee for Services
The flat -rate fee for the Total Cost CAP and Cost of Services Study is $27,500. This
price and the Proposal are good until March 31, 2015. Should the City wish to exercise
the "Software Option" at this time, it would be an additional $6,500 .
Project Staff
Rick Kermer, President, will be project lead, using Eric Johnson, Principal, if necessary
to maintain the project timeline. Both staff members have extensive experience which
can be seen from the attached resumes.
We look forward to being of service to the City of Baldwin Park.
Sincerely,
,�; W,' G
RICK KERMER
President
RESUMES
ALBERT RICHARD ( "RICK ") KERMER, JR.
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts - University of Chicago- Economics
Master of Business Administration - University of Chicago- Accounting and Math Methods /Computers
PROFESSIONAL CERTIFICATION
Certified Public Accountant, State of California - Retired
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Revenue & Cost Specialists /Management Services Institute - President
(1979 - Present) Chief Executive Officer of a diversified management services company.
City of Buena Park - Director of Finance /City Treasurer
(1976 -1979) Managed a department responsible for administering the budget and general accounting
plus water billing, treasury management, business licensing and data processing of a full - service city.
Developed and implemented an integrated on -line financial and program budgeting system. Prepared
City's first Annual Financial Report for FY 1978 -79 which received a CSMFO Meritorious Award.
Municipal Finance Consultant, Lecturer and Author
(1976- Present) Performed accounting and financial assistance to numerous municipal governments.
Assisted redevelopment agencies, housing authorities, and other specialized districts. Provided
contractual accounting services to cities including service as Acting Controller of Compton.
Lecturer on governmental accounting, budgeting, cost accounting and risk management at the
University of Southern California. Speaker at several League of California Cities meetings on risk
management and cost accounting. Co- author of several articles on risk management published by the
Municipal Finance Officers Association and Western Cities magazine. Co- author of the League of
California Cities publication, Cost Accounting for California Cities.
City of Lynwood - Fiscal Officer
(1975 -1976) Created Finance Department. Established centralized purchasing and review of accounts
payable. Administered risk management program. Organized utility billing system for accounting
control and follow -up on delinquents.
Lance, Soil & Lunghard, CPAs - Senior Auditor
(1971 -1975) Audited the Cities of Bell, California City, Claremont, Costa Mesa, Duarte, El Monte, Lynwood,
Montclair, Oxnard, Rialto, San Dimas and Whittier. Recommended warrant processing and receipting
procedures. Reviewed internal control and recommended changes to strengthen same. Prepared annual
financial reports and monitored adherence to generally accepted accounting procedures.
Publications:
Co- Author of Cost Accounting for California Cities, League of California Cities, 1981 Sacramento, CA
ALBERT RICHARD ( "RICK ") KERMER, JR.- (continued)
CLIENTS SERVED
SERVICE COST STUDIES
SERVICE COST STUDIES (cont.)
City of Alhambra
City of South Gate
City of Banning
City of South Lake Tahoe
City of Big Bear Lake
City of Springville, Utah
City of Brea
City of Thousand Oaks
City of Carlsbad
City of Tulare
City of Carpinteria
City of Turlock
City of Ceres
City of Upland
City of Chino
City of Villa Park
City of Claremont
City of Vista
City of Coachella
City of Westminster
County of Contra Costa
City of West Covina
City of Corona
City of West Jordan, Utah
City of Cudahy
City of Dinuba
COST ALLOCATION PLAN
City of Dublin, Ohio
City of Alhambra
City of Folsom
City of Buena Park
City of Fontana
City of Carlsbad
City of Foster City
City of El Cajon
r ity of r_ de "alley �A vi rOUntain vauGy
City of Lynwood
City of Fullerton
City of Rialto
City of Goodyear, Arizona
City of San Rafael
City of Hemet
City of Solana Beach
City of Highland
City of Thousand Oaks
City of Huntington Beach
Orange County Vector Control District
County of Imperial
City of La Mirada
CASH MANAGEMENT
City of La Palma
City of Buena Park
City of Lake Forest
City of Commerce
City of Lemoore
City of Compton
City of Lindsay
La Mirada Civic Theater
City of Los Altos
City of Palmdale
City of Lynwood
City of Mammoth Lakes
ACCOUNTING PROCEDURES
City of Marina
City of Buena Park
City of Merced
Commerce Redevelopment Agency
City of Milpitas
City of Compton
City of Monrovia
City of La Habra
City of Monterey
City of La Palma
City of Moreno Valley
City of Morgan Hill
City of Morgan Hill
City of Palmdale
City of Norwalk
South Gate Housing Authority
City of Oakdale
City of Oceanside
DATA PROCESSING
Oceanside Harbor District
City of La Palma
City of Palmdale
Ontario - Montclair School District
City of Palm Desert
City of Palmdale
City of Pasadena
City of San Clemente
City of Pittsburg
City of South Gate
City of Pomona
City of Villa Park
City of Port Hueneme
City of Rancho Cucamonga
ORGANIZATIONAL AND MANAGEMENT
City of Rancho Palos Verdes
City of La Mirada
City of Red Bluff
Ontario - Montclair School District
City of Redlands
City of South Gate
City of Rialto
City of Vista
City of Richmond
City of Riverside
UTILITY RATE STUDIES
City of Rocklin
City of Brea
City of Salinas
City of Chino
City of San Clemente
City of El Segundo
City of San Juan Capistrano
City of San Rafael
LONG RANGE FINANCIAL PLAN
City of Sanger
City of Chino
City of Santa Clarita
City of Cudahy
City of Scotts Valley
City of Lake Elsinore
City of Seal Beach
City of South Gate
City of Selma
City of Hesperia
City of Sierra Madre
City of Turlock
City of Solana Beach
ERIC S. JOHNSON
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Arts - University of Redlands, Redlands, California
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Revenue & Cost Specialists /Management Services Institute - Partner
(January 1990 - Present) Provide general financial management assistance to municipalities, counties, and
special districts.
Unit Distribution - Customer Service Representative
(July 1989 - January 1990) Administered a distribution account for client and acted as a liaison between
client and their customers.
City of Redlands Redevelopment Agency - Redevelopment Intern
(November 1987 - May 1989) Researched issues related to Redevelopment for the Director. Audited the
Agency budget. Researched and reported on the Agency's 20% "set- aside" responsibilities for Low &
Moderate income Housing.
COST OF SERVICE FEE STUDIES
City of Arcadia
City of Atascadero
City of Azusa
City of Banning
City of Beverly Hills
City of Carlsbad
Carpinteria - Summerland Fire District
City of Corona
Contra Costa County
City of Desert Hot Springs
City of Dublin, Ohio
City of El Segundo
City of Elk Grove
City of Eureka
City of Folsom
City of Glendale
City of Glendora
City of Highland
City of Huntington Beach
Imperial County
City of La Canada - Flintridge
City of Lakewood
City of La Mirada
City of Lancaster
City of La Puente
City of Lincoln
City of Lindsay
City of Loma Linda
City of Long Beach Marine Bureau
Town of Mammoth Lakes
City of Manhattan Beach
City of Marina
City of Milpitas
City of Monterey
City of Morgan Hill
City of Morro Bay
City of Needles
CLIENTS SERVED
COST OF SERVICE FEE STUDIES
City of Oakdale
City of Oroville
City of Oxnard
City of Palm Springs
City of Peoria, Arizona
City of Pico Rivera
City of Pismo Beach
City of Redlands
City of Rialto
City of San Clemente
City of Santa Clarita
City of Santa Paula
City of Seaside
City of Solana Beach
City of South Lake Tahoe
City of South Pasadena
City of Stockton
City of Thousand Oaks
City of Tracy
Town of Truckee
Ventura County Fire District
City of West Covina
City of West Jordan, Utah
City of Westminster
City of Yuba City
COST ALLOCATION PLANS
City of Arcadia
City of Atascadero
City of Azusa
City of Beverly Hills
City of Carlsbad
Coachella Valley Assoc of Governments
County of Cobb, GA
City of Concord
COST ALLOCATION PLANS
City of Corona
City of Desert Hot Springs
City of El Segundo
City of Elk Grove
City of Folsom
City of Glendora
City of La Canada - Flintridge
City of Lakewood
City of La Mirada
City of Lancaster
City of La Puente
City of Lathrop
City of Lincoln
City of Lynwood
City of Manhattan Beach
City of Marina
City of Needles
City of Oakdale
City of Oroville
City of Oxnard
City of Palmdale
City of Pasadena
City of Peoria, Arizona
City of Pico Rivera
City of Pismo Beach
Planer County Water Agency
Riverside County Transportation Comm.
San Bernardino Assoc. Governments
County of San Bernardino Special Dist.
City of Santa Clarita
City of Santa Monica
City of Santa Paula
City of Seaside
City of Solana Beach
City of South Pasadena
City of Suisun City
City of Thousand Oaks
City of Tracy
County of Tulare
City of Westminster
ITEM No.
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Marc Castagnola, AICP, Director of C unity Development 4
Amy L. Harbin, AICP, City Planne.
DATE: April 1, 2015
SUBJECT: AN UPDATE ON THE PROPOSED WIRELESS
COMMUNICATIONS FACILITY AT 4725 MAINE AVENUE
(AMERICAN LEGION HALL) (CASE NUMBER: PR 14-56)
SUMMARY
This report provides the City Council with a summary of the process for a proposed wireless
communications facility at 4725 Maine Avenue (American Legion Hall).
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file this report.
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION
The Applicant Ryan Birdseye representing Verizon Wireless submitted a design review application for a
yew freestanding wireless communications faciiiry in the form of a 50 ft. fall single monopalm at 4725
Maine Avenue in November 2014 and began review of the project proposal in accordance with the
development standards.
On January 29, 2015, the Design Review Committee denied the project proposal primarily because within
the MU -2, Mixed Use 2 Zone, towers are not permitted pursuant to Table 153.180.050 in the City's
Municipal Code. Although the Design Review Committee's decision was not appealed to the Planning
Commission, on February 27, 2015 the Applicant, Ryan Birdseye, sent an email requesting clarification.
On Monday, March 2, 2015 Planning Staff responded to the email and explained what the `Exception'
process would be to have a wireless facility considered at the location.
The process for an `Exception' may be granted provided there is compliance with the seven (7)
requirements /development standards in Section 153.180.100.A of the City's Municipal Code. Specific
requirements to be met include:
a) With regard to siting, the applicant shall demonstrate that the facility and /or antenna must
be located and designed as proposed to service the applicant's service area. The applicant
shall submit an explanation and supporting engineering data proving that a tower or
antenna as proposed is technologically necessary.
b) If seeking an exception from required height standards, the applicant shall demonstrate
that the proposed height is designed at the minimum height necessary and shall
specifically include an analysis comparing the operation of the facility at its proposed
height with its operation at the maximum height permitted herein. The applicant shall
also address whether the additional height would be required if the facility were located
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at a different site. The purpose of this analysis is to ensure that additional height is
permitted only when technically necessary for the provision of services.
c) Locating the antenna in conformance with the specifications of this subchapter would
obstruct the antenna's reception window or otherwise excessively interfere with
reception, and the obstruction or interference involves factors beyond the applicant's
control.
d) The exception would not create a significant visual impact.
e) Granting the exception shall conform to the spirit and intent of this code.
I) The exception request is consistent with the city's general plan.
g) Granting the exception will not be materially detrimental to the public welfare or
injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
In addition to the above requirements, approval of a conditional use permit by the Planning Commission
is also required.
At this time, the Applicant has not submitted any documentation nor had any other inquiries with
Planning Division Staff related to the pursuit of an 'Exception' process.
LEGAL REVIEW
This report has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney as to legal form and content.
ATTACHMENTS
#1, Subchapter 153.180, entitled Wireless Communications Facilities
#2, Emails dated March 18, March 2, and February 27, 2015
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§1.53.180.010 Definitions
§153.180.020 Purpose and Intent
§153.180.030 Exempt Facilities
§153.180.040 Approval Requirements
§153.180.050 General Standards
§153.180.060 Dcvc ^iopment tanU ards
§153.180.070 Review and Approval Process
§153.180.080 Satellite Antennas, Amateur Radio Communication Facilities and Citizen Band
Radio Antennas
§153.180.090 Wireless Communications Facilities Used for Transmission. Purposes
§153.180.100 Exceptions
§153.180.110 Non - conforming Wireless Communications Facilities
§153.180.120 Abandonment of Wireless Communication. Facilities
§153.180.010 - Definitions
Definitions for terms used in this subchapter are contained in subchapter 153.200 (Definitions);
see "Wireless Communications Facilities" and related terms.
§153.180.020 - Purpose and Intent
A. These provisions are intended to establish criteria for the siting, design, modifications
and maintenance of wireless communications facilities within the city as specifically set
forth herein and in standards that may be enacted by resolution pursuant to this
subchapter.
B. These provisions are further intended to implement the land use regulation of
telecommunications facilities as permitted pursuant to the 1996 . Federal
Telecommunications Act. As such, these provisions are not intended to unduly restrict
or unreasonably interfere with the development of the competitive wireless
communications marketplace within the city.
C. The standards and guidelines established for antennas, towers, and /or wireless
communications facilities in this subchapter are intended to promote the following
goals:
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1. Ensure the health, safety and general welfare of the community while enabling
the installation of antennas to serve the city's residents and business community.
2. Ensure a communications network that will serve an effective role in the city's
emergency response system and generally provide full service coverage for
personal wireless communications services.
3. Protect the visual character of the city through careful design, siting,
landscaping, and innovative camouflaging techniques for antennas.
4. Encourage the installation of new towers and antennas in the Commercial and
Industrial zones.
5. Limit the proliferation of new towers by permitting the construction of new
towers only after all other reasonable opportunities have been exhausted and to
encourage the co- location of antennas so as to minimize adverse visual impacts.
6. Provide for the uniform application of standards and guidelines for the siting,
design, modification and maintenance of communications facilities as allowed
under state law and the 1996 Telecommunications Act, as may be amended.
§ 153.180.030 Exempt Facilities
The following types of noncommercial, receive -only wireless communications facilities shall be
exempt from the requirements of this subchapter:
A. Common skeletal -type radio and television antenna that are:
1. Used to receive UHF, VHF, AM and FM signals of off -air broadcasts from radio
and television stations;
2. Ground - mounted or roof - mounted; and
3. Not higher than 10 feet above the roof ridgeline.
B. As long as exempted by federal law, satellite earth stations antennas, which are designed
to receive broadcast signals directly from orbiting satellites, are exempt from this
subchapter as follows unless otherwise stated herein:
153.180
1. In residential zoning districts, satellite earth stations antennas that are one meter
or less in diameter.
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2. In commercial and industrial zones, satellite earth stations antennas that are 2
meters or less in diameter.
3. When technically feasible, exempt satellite earth stations antennas shall not be
placed in a front yard area, at the front of the building or home which the
antenna serves, or in any other location visible from the public right -of -way.
153.180.040 Approval Requirements
A. Exempt wireless communications facilities shall not require city review /approval.
B. The following approval processes are established for all wireless communications
facilities on private property, where permitted by Table 153.180.050.
1. Wireless communications facilities subject to design review. Wireless
communications facilities that meet all of the following criteria shall be subject to
design review in compliance with city standards and any applicable specific plan
or design guidelines. The design review shall be either approved, conditionally
approved or denied by the Director, which decision shall be final unless
appealed to the Commission in accordance with §1.53.210.150 (Appeals).
a. Wireless communications facilities not located within a residential zoning
district nor on a property used for residential purposes.
b. Wireless communications facilities not requiring the construction of a
new tower or other supporting structure.
C. Wireless communications facilities incorporating a stealth design in
which wireless communications facilities are:
i. Flush - mounted on a existing structure and painted or otherwise
concealed; or
ii. Incorporated into a design element (e.g., identification monument,
screened by an architectural treatment such as a parapet, or sign)
and not visible from nearby properties or the right -of -way;
d. Wireless communications facilities that comply with all applicable
development criteria and performance standards contained in this
subchapter and any applicable specific plans.
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e. All related equipment, including shelters, vaults, storage sheds or
buildings, fencing or other associated devices are underground or
otherwise not visible from nearby properties or the public right -of -way.
3. Wireless communications facilities requiring a conditional use permit. Wireless
communications facilities that are not exempt or do not meet the criteria of
subsection (13)(1) above shall be subject to a conditional use permit in compliance
with standards herein and part 9 of subchapter 153.210, Conditional User Permits.
Reasonable conditions may be imposed to protect nearby properties and the
public health, safety and general welfare. Reasonable conditions shall include, but
not be limited to, requiring the constructi on of walls, fencing, screening, warning
signo, maintenance, as well as the imposition of other conditions.
§ 153.180.050 General Standards
Table 153.180.050 identifies the general standards applicable to wireless communications
facilities located on private properties in the city. Section 153.030.030 of this code shall govern
zoning of all property including the right -of -way.
Table 153.130.050
Antenna Development Standards
Residential, Mixed Use, and
Development Standards
Open Space Zones
Commercial and Industrial Zones
Distance from any Property
10 feet
5 feet
Line
Distance from Other
6 feet
6 feet
Structures
Minimum Screening
6 feet
6 feet
Height for equipment shelter
or similar ground- mounted
devices
Allowed Setback Location.
Rear setback only
Rear or side setback
Maximum Height
30 feet.
60 feet, unless attached to an
See also section 153.180.080.
existing legal conforming structure,
then the maximum height allowed
shall be no more than 10 feet above
said structure and antenna shall be
required to be fully stealthed. See
also section 153.1.80.080.
Maximum Number of
2
3
Antennas or Antenna Arrays
per Parcel (including exempt
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Table 153.180,050
Antenna Development Standards
Residential, Mixed Use, and
Development Standards
Open Space Zones
Commercial and Industrial Zones
antennas)a
Roof - Mounted Antennas
Prohibited unless an exception
Allowed If mounted on flat portion
is granted pursuant to section
of roof with parapets or other
153.180.100 and any applicable
screening that matches architectural
permit
features of structure
Wireless Communications
Prohibited without an
Conditional Use Permit required
Facilitiesb
exception granted pursuant to
section 153.180.100 and a
Conditional Use Permit and any
other applicable permit
Maximum Number of Free-
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1
standing Towers
(a) Any proposed co- located antennas that meet the criteria of Government Code §§ 65850.6 and
65964 shall be permitted as provided therein.
(b) Any permitted wireless communications facilities shall comply with the minimum setbacks
required for the applicable residential zoning district unless fully stealthed and attached to or on
an existing legal conforming structure, and shall be 500 feet from another free- standing wireless
telecommunications facility.
§ 153.180.060 Development Standards
The following regulations shall apply to the establishment, installation and operation of
antennas including wireless communications facilities in all zoning districts:
A. Compliance with building and electrical codes. Wireless communications facilities
shall be installed and maintained in compliance with the requirements of the city's
building code and electrical code. Installers shall obtain a building permit and an
electrical permit before installation.
B. Advertising prohibited. Advertising material shall not be allowed on wireless
communications facilities or on any antennas.
C. Traffic Signals. Wireless communications facilities shall not be permitted to be installed .
on traffic signals within the city unless permitted by the provisions of Section
153.030.030 of this code.
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D. Undergrounding. Electrical wiring associated with an wireless communications
facilities shall be buried underground or hidden in a manner acceptable to the
community development director or his or her designee. To the extent technologically
feasible, all vaults, equipment, shelters, structures, or any other device related to or
required for use of an antenna, related structure or wireless communications facility
shall be underground where all other utilities are required to be underground. Where
technologically feasible, the use of microwave dishes shall be prohibited and
underground lines utilized.
E. Noise. No equipment shall be operated so as to increase the noise in the vicinity of the
equipment in excess of 5 decibels, other than in emergency situations requiring the use
of a backup generator or monthly testing of said generator if the tesfimg lasts no ll-o gc
r
than 1.5 minutes. In all emergency situations, the city shall be immediately notified of
the use of a backup generator and, on the next city business day, the operator shall
secure all required permits and approvals necessary for the operation of the generator.
F. Projections and anchoring in setback areas. No antenna array may extend beyond any
property lines or into a front setback area. Guy wires may be attached to the structure
but shall not be anchored within a front setback area. No guy wires shall be utilized in
the public right -of -way unless alternate designs are infeasible and approved by the
Public Works Director.
G. Design considerations. The wireless communications facilities, including guy wires,
supporting structures, and accessory equipment, shall be located and designed so as to
minimize the visual impact on surrounding properties and from public streets. The
materials used in constructing the antenna shall not be unnecessarily bright, shiny,
garish, or reflective. Cellular, PCS and other wireless communications facilities shall be
designed to be compatible with the surrounding physical environment by blending with
the existing architecture and landscaping and by being as unobtrusive as possible.
H. Specific Plans. All wireless communications facilities shall comply with any applicable
and adopted specific plan.
1. Redevelopment Plans. All wireless communications facilities shall comply with any
applicable and adopted redevelopment plan. In addition, all proposed antennas in a
redevelopment plan area shall be reviewed and approved by the Director.
J. Equipment Shelter and Landscaping. All ground mounted antennas shall be screened
by walls, fences, trellises or landscaping at least 6 feet in height so as to completely
screen, camouflage and /or obscure visibility of the equipment shelter or any other
ground mounted equipment, from public view. The equipment shelter shall be designed
so as to be harmonious with and blend with the natural features, and be compatible with
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buildings and structures surrounding such structure. In addition and when applicable,
landscaping shall be of a type and variety, and installed at sufficient size, to be capable
of growing within one year so as to screen and obscure the visibility or camouflages the
antenna. Irrigation shall also be installed when needed to maintain landscaping. No
chain link fence shall be permitted.
K. Aesthetically compatible. All wireless communications facilities and associated
equipment shall be aesthetically compatible with surrounding uses and shall be
designed and or located so as to avoid any adverse aesthetic impacts arising from the
proposed use. The antennas, supporting structure and equipment shall be a color that
blends the antennas and associated equipment with the natural setting and built
environment and helps camouf g'-, the antennas.
L. Electrical requirements. Every wireless communications facility shall be adequately
grounded with an adequate ground wire for protection against a direct strike of
lightning. Ground wires shall be of the type approved by the latest edition of the
electrical code for grounding masts and lightning arrestors and shall be installed in a
mechanical manner, with as few bends as possible, maintaining a clearance of at least
two inches from combustible materials. Lightning arrestors shall be used that are
approved as safe by the Underwriter's Laboratories, Inc., and both sides of the line shall
be adequately protected with proper arrestors to remove static charges accumulated on
the line. When lead -in conductors of polyethylene ribbon -type are used, lightning
arrestors shall be installed in each conductor. When coaxial cable or shielded twin lead is
used for lead -in, suitable protection may be provided without lightning arrestors by
grounding the exterior metal sheath.
M. Performance Certification. For all wireless communications facilities, a certification
shall be required to be submitted to the Director, in accordance with the requirements of
153.180.070A(3), and every 3 years thereafter, at the operator's cost, which provides that
said facilities radio frequency emission levels meet Federal Communications
Commission requirements.
N. Terms of lease agreements. Co- location of cellular, PCS and other wireless
communications facilities shall be encouraged. Lease agreements shall not include
exclusive rights that would prohibit co- location where it is technically feasible.
O. Maintenance. No wireless communications facility, equipment shelter, tower or related .
structure or device shall be permitted to fall into disrepair or maintained in manner that
is unsightly or interferes with the reasonable enjoyment of adjacent property owners.
All such structures and devices shall be continually maintained to prevent rust, chipped
or peeling paint.
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§ 153.180.070 Review and Approval Process
A. Application requirements for design review.
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1. Radius Map. A radius map and a certified list of the names and addresses of all
property owners within 300 feet of the exterior boundaries of the property
involved, as shown on the latest assessment roll of the county assessor.
2. Site plan. A site plan shall consist of elevation drawings indicating the height,
diameter, color, setbacks, foundation details, landscaping, method of screening,
and color photo simulations showing the before and after effects of the proposed
facility on the subject site. Existing poles, towers, and /or antennas shall also be
shown. No plans shall include depictions of future wireless communications
facilities, nor shall future wireless communications facilities be approved.
3. RF emissions report. The report shall be signed by a radio frequency engineer
and prepared pursuant to Federal Communications Commission, Office of
Engineering & Technology, Bulletin 65 or any other applicable guidelines or
regulations, stating the maximum (EMF/RF) radiation to be emitted by the
proposed facility and whether those emissions conform to safety standards
adopted by the Federal Communications Commission_ The report shall take into
account all other facilities within 2,000 feet, both existing and known future
facilities, the cumulative effects of co- located facilities and existing nearby
buildings and structures, and shall be written in plain English. This report shall
be available to the public.
4. Property owner approvals. Where the Wireless communications facility is
located on property owned by someone other than the applicant, the applicant
shall present documentation that the owner of the property has granted an
easement or entered into a long -term lease for the proposed facility which
provides vehicular or other necessary access to the facility. A letter of intent or
affidavit, in a form approved by the city attorney, shall be submitted to meet the
requirement of this subsection.
5. Code Compliance. No wireless communications facility shall be installed until
such time as the property is brought into compliance with this code.
6. Wind load analysis. Analysis of the wind loads shall be required, as governed
by the most recently adopted Building Code. Based on the results of the
analysis, the building official may impose additional conditions to address safety
concerns.
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7. Performance bond. A faithful performance bond shall be required prior to the
issuance of building permits to ensure the removal of abandoned wireless
communications facilities.
8. Applications. The applicant shall submit all other information and documents
required by the city's application for antennas. In addition, the applicant shall
submit a business license application or application for encroachment permit,
when applicable.
B. Application Requirements for Conditional Use Permit.
1. Applicants shall be required to comply with part 9 of §153.210, Conditional Use
Permits. Any decision to deny a request to place, construct or modify a wireless
telecommunications antenna and /or tower shall be in writing and supported by
evidence contained in a written record of the proceedings of the planning
commission.
2. Applicants shall also be required to comply with the following:
a. Maps and Significant Caps. Each applicant shall provide a map showing
the area within the city that will be serviced by the proposed wireless
communications facility and a statement as to the nature of the service to
be provided. In the event that the applicant seeks to fill a gap in service,
the applicant shall submit a statement in writing providing a definition of
the term "significant gap" as it applies to the proposed facility; identifying
the size of the area, in units of square miles, of the claimed significant gap;
a map with the geographic boundary of the claimed significant gap area;
and a map showing all of applicant's existing communications facilities in
the city within a reasonable distance of the claimed. significant gap.
b. Alternative site analysis. Any applicant seeking to install a new wireless
communications facility shall identify all reasonable, technically feasible,
alternative locations, including facilities which could be used for co-
location. The analysis shall also explain the rationale for selecting the
proposed site. For all feasible co- location sites, the applicant shall provide
evidence of written contact with all wireless service providers or tower
owners within a quarter mile of the proposed communications facility,
unless a smaller radius is technological justified by the applicant. The
contacted tower owner or service provider shall be requested to respond
in writing to the inquiry within 30 days. The applicant's letter(s) as well as
response(s), or a statement from the applicant detailing all responses
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received, shall be included with the application as a means of
demonstrating the need for a new free - standing tower.
C. Preferred zones. The applicant shall demonstrate, with substantial
evidence, that he or she has exhausted all reasonable efforts to locate a site
in a commercial or industrial zone and /or it is not feasible to install the
proposed facility on a site in such zones.
d. Height representation. When a new free - standing tower is proposed, a
balloon or other physical representation of the maximum height of the
proposed wireless telecommunications facility shall be provided at the
project location for a mm2ri'iuiii of vile Week prior to any required public
hearing for the facility to enable the Commission to assess the aesthetic
impacts of the proposed antenna height on the surrounding land uses and
public rights -of -way. This requirement may be waived by Director
whenever deemed appropriate.
§ 153.180.080 Satellite Antennas, Amateur Radio Communication
Facilities, and Citizen Band (CB) Radio Antennas
1 lvn- exeiiipt Satellite eartIL stations antennas, amateur (noncommercial) radio communication
facilities, and citizen band radio antennas shall be located, constructed, installed and
maintained in the following manner:
A. Satellite earth stations antennas. Satellite antennas, including portable units and dish
antennas, shall be designed, installed and maintained in compliance with the Federal
Communications Commission and the California Public Utilities Commission as follows:
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1. Antennas shall not be located within required front or side yard setback areas. In
addition, no portion of an antenna shall extend beyond the property lines.
2. The antennas and supporting structure shall be painted a single, neutral,
nonglossy color (e.g., earth- tones, gray, black, etc.) and, to the extent possible,
shall be compatible with the appearance and character of the surrounding
neighborhood.
3. Electrical and antenna wiring shall be placed underground where
technologically feasible.
4. In residential zoning districts, antennas shall be subject to the following
standards:
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a. Dish antennas larger than one meter shall not be placed on or attached to
residential structures;
b. The antennas shall be used for private, noncommercial, purposes only.
5. In nonresidential zoning districts, antennas may be roof or ground- mounted and
shall be screened from view from public streets.
A. Single pole /tower amateur radio communication facilities. Single pole /tower amateur
radio communication facilities shall be designed, constructed, installed and maintained
in the following manner:
1. The maximum overall height shall not exceed 35 feet, measured from finished
grade. Antennas exceeding 35 feet in height may be approved provided that the
antenna is of the retractable variety, that the antenna is retractable to below 35
feet, and the applicant executes an agreement, in a form approved by the city
attorney, stating that the antenna will only be extended during actual use of the
antenna.
2. Where a parcel has one pole /tower structure greater than 40 feet, measured from
finished grade, in overall height (including antennas), including one permitted
pursuant to subparagraph (1) above, only one additional pole /tower structure
shall be allowed with an overall height not to exceed thirty -five (35) feet
measured from finished grade (including antennas).
3. The pole /tower and /or antennas may be roof or ground- mounted.
4. The pole /tower and /or antennas may not be located in any required front or side
yard setback areas.
5. The pole /tower and /or antennas shall be located at least 5 feet from the rear lot
line and at least 15 feet from any street side property line;
6. The pole /tower and /or antennas shall not project or overhang into areas in which
they are not allowed to locate.
7. The pole /tower and /or antennas shall be a natural metal finish or painted a
single, neutral, nonglossy color (e.g., earth - tones, gray, black, etc.) and, to the
extent possible, compatible with the appearance and character of the
surrounding neighborhood.
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8. The pole /tower and /or antennas shall be used for private, noncommercial,
purposes only.
9. Operators shall comply with all applicable regulations, specifically those
regulations related to radio interference with electronic devices as set forth by the
Federal Communications Commission.
B. Citizen band (CB) radio. Citizen band radio antennas shall be designed, constructed,
installed and maintained in the following manner except for antennas mounted on
vehicles or to hand -held units:
1. Standards.
a. Citizen band radio antennas shall not exceed 35 feet in overall height
measured from finished grade.
b. Citizen band radio antennas shall comply with requirements provided in
subsection 153.180.080(B), items 4 through 9.
2. Prohibition of certain citizen band radios and activities. It shall be a violation
of this subchapter to use citizen band radio equipment not authorized by the
Federal Communications Commission or to use such equipment in a manner t, at
violates any Federal Communications Commission regulation.
3. Exempt stations. A station that is licensed by the Federal Communications
Commission pursuant to section 301 of the Communications Act of 1934 in any
radio service for the operation at issue shall not be subject to this division. Any
citizen's band radio equipment on board a "commercial motor vehicle," as
defined in section 31.101 of title 49, United States Code, shall require probable
cause to find that the commercial motor vehicle or the individual operating the
vehicle is in violation of Federal Communications Commission citizens band
radio regulations.
§ 153.180.100 Exceptions
A. Criteria for granting exceptions.
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1. An exception to specific requirements of this subchapter may be issued for a
wireless communications facility if it meets all of the following applicable
standards:
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a. With regard to siting, the applicant shall demonstrate that the facility
and /or antenna must be located and designed as proposed to service the
applicant's service area. The applicant shall submit an explanation and
supporting engineering data proving that a tower or antenna as proposed
is technologically necessary.
b. If seeking an exception from required height standards, the applicant
shall demonstrate that the proposed height is designed at the minimum
height necessary and shall specifically include an analysis comparing the
operation of the facility at its proposed height with its operation at the
maximum height permitted herein. The applicant shall also address
whether the additional height would be required if the facility were
located at a different site. The purpose of this analysis is to ensure that
additional height is permitted only when technically necessary for the
provision of services.
C. Locating the antenna in conformance with the specifications of this
subchapter would obstruct the antenna's reception window or otherwise
excessively interfere with reception, and the obstruction or interference
involves factors beyond the applicant's control.
d. The exception would not create a significant visual impact.
e. Granting the exception shall conform to the spirit and intent of this code.
f. The exception request is consistent with the city's general plan.
g. Granting the exception will not be materially detrimental to the public
welfare or injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity.
B. Revocation of exceptions. Any exception may be revoked if the owner and /or operator
fails to comply with the conditions imposed.
§ 153.180.110 Nonconforming Wireless Communications Facilities
A. Illegally established facilities. Any wireless communications facility constructed or
erected in violation of this chapter or any prior law, ordinance or regulation shall be
subject to immediate abatement.
B. Nonconforming wireless communications facilities. All wireless communications
facilities, in any zone, lawfully constructed and erected prior to the effective date of this
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subchapter, which do not conform to the requirements of the provisions of this
subchapter for the particular zoning district in which they are located, shall be accepted
as nonconforming uses for a period of 5 years from the effective date of this subchapter.
Thereafter, the wireless communications facilities shall be subject to abatement as set
forth below via modification to comply with the standards of this subchapter. Any
modifications shall be subject to review by the Director, who shall assess the
modification and its compliance with this subchapter or any other applicable section of
this code. All decisions concerning any modification review conducted by the Director
shall be final, unless appealed to the Commission in accordance with the provisions of
§153.21.0.150.
When modification is insufficient to meet the requirements of this subchapter, wlrleless
communications facilities shall be subject to abatement via relocation or removal.
C. Notice of Nonconforming Wireless Communications Facilities.
1. Upon the determination of the Director that the provisions of this subchapter
apply to a given parcel of land on which a wireless communications facility is
located, the Director shall send a notice thereof by United States certified mail,
return receipt requested, or other method providing verification of delivery, to
the owner thereof as shown on the last equalized assessment roil, and shall cause
such property to be posted with a similar notice.
2. The notice provided for in this section shall state that the property and wireless
communications facility in question is a nonconformity, shall state the date of
abatement established in subsection B of this section, and shall state that an
administrative hearing before the Commission may be requested within 15 days.
D. Hearing.
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1. If a hearing before the Commission is requested, the hearing procedures
established in §153.200.080 shall apply.
2. At the close of the hearing, the Commission shall find and determine whether the
nonconformity should be abated and all facts in support thereof, whether the
owner of the property can amortize his /her investment in the term for abatement
provided in subsection B of this section, and if not, what term for abatement
should be provided.
3. The decision of the Commission and the findings in support thereof shall be in
the form of a written order and shall be served upon the property owner
personally or by United States certified mail, return receipt requested, or other
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method providing verification of delivery, within 10 days after the decision is
rendered.
6. The decision of the Commission may be appealed to the Council pursuant to
§153.200.090.
E. Extension of Time.
1. The Commission, or Council on appeal, shall grant an extension of the time for
abatement of nonconformity where it finds that an unreasonable hardship would
otherwise be imposed on the property owner.
2. The Commission, or Council on appeal, shall consider the following factors,
among others, in determining whether to grant an extension of time and the
length of the term:
a. The nature of the use.
b. The amount of the owner's investment in improvements.
C. The convertibility of improvements to permitted uses.
d. The character of the neighborhood.
�. The detriment, if any, caused to the neighborhood by continuance of the
nonconforming use.
f. The amount of time needed to amortize the investment.
E. Proof of Amortization. The Commission, or Council on appeal, shall base its decision as
to the length of the permitted amortization period on any competent evidence
presented, including, but not limited to, the depreciation schedule attached to the
owner's latest federal income tax return.
F. Relocation. Where the Commission finds that a nonconforming wireless
communications facility, either in its present condition or as modified, can be used in
compliance with the standards set forth in this subchapter for the zoning district in
which it is located, the nonconforming facility may be granted an extension sufficient to
permit it to relocate on the site wherein such use is permitted and which has
substantially equivalent utility for the use.
§ 153.180.120 Abandonment of Communications Facilities
A. When facility considered abandoned. The operator or owner of a communications
facility or other antenna shall be required to remove all unused or abandoned
equipment, antennas, poles, and /or towers if the facility has not been operational for a
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consecutive 6 -month period or a total of 12months over a consecutive 36- month period.
A facility is considered abandoned if it no longer provides communication services. The
removal shall be in compliance with proper health and safety requirements and shall
occur no later than 30 days following the end of the applicable cessation period.
B. Removal by owner /operator. A written notice of the determination of abandonment
shall be sent or delivered to the operator or owner of the facility by the Director. The
operator shall have 30 days to remove the facility or provide the Director with evidence
that the use has not been discontinued. The Director shall review the evidence and shall
determine whether or not the facility is abandoned. Facilities not removed within the
required 30 -day period shall be in violation of this section, shall constitute a public
nuisance, and operators or owners of the facility and the owners of the propery shah be
jointly subject to penalties for violations under the enforcement and penalty provisions
of the Baldwin Park Municipal Code.
C. Removal by city. In the event that a wireless communications facility is not removed
within 90 days after the applicable cessation period ends, as described in subsections A
and B above, the city may remove the facility and shall bill the antenna owner or
property owner for all. costs including any administrative and legal costs incurred in
connection with said removal. Once all. costs have been paid by the owner, any bond
posted for removal shall be released. The city does not waive any legal rights to seek
repayment for removal costs pursuant to a bond posted, nor to bring an action for
repayment of costs.
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Abraham Tellez
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Fallow Up Flag:
Flag Status:
Good morning —
Ryan Birdseye < Ryan @birdseyeplanninggroup.com>
Wednesday, March 18, 2015 9:41 AM
Abraham Tellez
Follow up
Flagged
Thank you for the information provided to date on the proposed wireless facility at 4725 Maine Avenue. Can you please
provide the tentative conditions of approval for the wireless facility proposed per PR 10 -03? We understand the
application was withdrawn but VZW is curious to review the conditions.
Regards,
Ryan Birdseye
Birdseye Planning Group
760- 712 -2199
From: Abraham Tellez (mailto:ATellez @ baldwinpark.com]
Sent: Monda , March 2, 2015 9:28 AM
To: Ryan 1331rdseye
Subject. RE: PR 14 -56
Good Morning Mr. Birdseye,
My letter indicates that according to Municipal Code Table 153.180.050 "towers" are not allowed in the Mixed Use
Zones. If you decide to proceed with the installation of a Wireless Communications Facility in any of the mixed use
zones, the facility is prohibited unless an Exception is granted pursuant to 153.180.100. If you demonstrate to be in
compliance with those requirements, a CUP will still be required pursuant to the Table 153.180.050. However, the
design cannot incorporate a pole or tower of any kind because they are not allowed. The design will have to be building
integrated.
Later in my letter, I went ahead and indicated submittal requirements for a conditional use permit which states that an
alternatives sites analysis needs to be submitted with the application stating that other existing sites were looked at but
do not qualify.
If you find a location that is not open space, mixed use or residentially zoned and decide to build a new tower /pole, a
conditional use permit would be required in addition to the Design Review.
A building or structure integrated design that is placed onto an existing structure and is completely screened from public
view or uses architectural elements for complete screening is ideal. Pursuant to Section 153.180.040 B.1 and B.3 a
building or structure integrated design that is completely screened or "flush mounted" onto the wall of an existing
structure will only require a Design Review and not require a Conditional Use Permit if it meets those requirements in
the section.
In regards to the monopalm at Maine at Los Angeles, that location is zoned C2, General Commercial. A co- location at
this facility will require a Design Review and Conditional Use Permit.
I hope 1 have answered your questions clearly and provided clarification of my letter. If you have any other questions
please do not hesitate to contact me.
Respectfully,
Abraham Tellez
Associate Planner
Planning Division
14403 E. Pacific Avenue
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
(626) 960 -4011 x456 (direct)
(626) 813 -5261 (main)
(626) 962`2625 (fax)
ATellez @baldwinpark.com
www.baidwinpark.com
City Hall is closed every Friday.
From: Ryan Birdseye [mailto :RyanO birdseyeplanninggroup .cam]
Sent: Friday, February 27, 2015 9:47 AM
To: Abra am Te ez
Subject: PR 14 -56
Good afternoon —
This e -mail is written in response to your letter dated February 3, 2015 regarding the above referenced design review
application (PR 14 -56). As you know, the applicant, Verizon Wireless, would like to place a 50' tall mono -palm on the
subject site located at 4725 Maine Avenue, Baldwin Park, CA. Comment 3 in your letter states that a CUP is required for
placement of a tower at this location and that it is subject to an alternatives analysis. Please clarify that requirement as
the application would like to pursue that option. Another option we would like the City to consider is a stealth flag pole,
monument sign or other option where the WTF was integrated as an element of an on -site design amenity rather than
the primary use of the amenity. What would be an acceptable option to the City of Baldwin as we would like to evaluate
all possible opportunities?
In addition, we understand there is a Crown Castle 60' monopalm on Los Angeles and Maine street? Can you tell me the
zoning requirements for that project?
Regards,
Ryan Birdseye
Birdseye Planning Group
760- 712 -2199
ryan @birdseyeplanninggroup.com
REPORT
SUMMARY
ITEM NO.
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Councilmembers
FROM: Marc Castagnola, AICP, Director of GQnAmunity Develop ent
Amy L. Harbin, AICP, City Plan "
DATE: November 19, 2014
SUBJECT: A REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF A PROPOSED
AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE (SIGN
REGULATIONS) ADDING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS
FOR ELECTRONIC READER BOARD SIGNS AND
TEMPORARY SIGNAGE FOR NEWLY ESTABLISHED
BUSINESSES (LOCATION: COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL,
AND MIXED USE ZONED PROPERTIES; APPLICANT CITY
OF BALDWIN PARK; CASE NUMBER: AZC -175)
This report requests City Council consideration of an amendment to the Municipal Code adding
development standards for electronic reader board signs and temporary signage for newly established
businesses.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
r N e
Staff and the Planning Commission recommend that the City Council open the public hearing and
following the public hearing:
1) Adopt Resolution 2015 -051 "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE
NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FOR AN
AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR ELECTRONIC READERBOARD SIGNS
AND TEMPORARY SIGNAGE FOR NEWLY ESTABLISHED BUSINESSES
(APPLICANT: CITY OF BALDWIN PARK; CASE NUMBER: AZC -175)" and
2) Introduce for first reading, by title only and waive further reading, Ordinance
1371, entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK AMENDING SECTIONS 153.170.060.A AND B AND
153.170.090, ADDING SECTIONS 153.170.060.0 AND 153.170.090.C,
AMENDING TABLE 153.170.080, RELATING TO ELECTRONIC
READERBOARDS AND TEMPORARY SIGNAGE FOR NEWLY
ESTABLISHED BUSINESSES ".
AZC -175
April 1, 2015
Paee 2
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITYACT ((:EQA)
In accordance with the provisions of the California Environment Quality Act (CEQA), it has been
determined that the proposed project will not have a significant impact on the environment and a Draft
Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact has been prepared by the Planning Division. A Notice of
Intent inviting public comment on the Initial Study/Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact was
posted at the Los Angeles County Clerk's Office as well as City Hall and the Esther Snyder Community
Center on Wednesday, January 21, 2015 and concluded on Thursday, February 12, 2015. At the
conclusion of the public review period, no comments were received on the Initial Study. (See Attachment
92.)
A10TICING
Since the properties potentially impacted by the proposed Code Amendment numbers greater than 1,000,
Notices of Public Hearing for the Code A�llendment were posted at City Hall, Baldwin Park Community
Center, and Barnes Park on Thursday, March 19, 2015.
On October 15, 2014, the City Council held a Study Session regarding electronic reader board signs and
temporary signs for new businesses. Staff provided a brief summary of the existing development
standards contained in the Code and provided some proposed development standards should the City
Council direct staff to move forward with a proposed Code Amendment. Staff also provided a potential
time line for potential adoption of a Code Amendment.
Temporary Sign Regulations New Businesses
Feedback from the City Council was positive regarding potential changes to the Sign Regulations section
of the Code relating to temporary signage for new businesses. In an effort to increase the City's business
friendliness toward new businesses they would be able to have additional and larger temporary signage to
promote themselves. Those proposed development standards include the following:
a) Definition of `new business' —any business that has filed a complete business license
application (accepted by the City) for the first time provided there are no records of
the business operating in the City prior to said filing; and
b) Additional square footage for banners -60 s.f. total; and
c) Single -pole flags anchored by ground spikes -35 s.f. maximum; and
d) Initial 60 -day duration for newly established business temporary sign with the option
for an additional 60 -day duration provided extension request is received and approved
Electronic Reader Boards
An electronic reader board is defined as a sign that incorporates changeable messages which may be
changed by electronic processes or by remote control. The following are development standards for any
proposed electronic reader boards:
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a) Design Review would be required as well as a Conditional Use Permit; and
b) May only be allowed in conjunction with businesses that encompass 3 -acres or more
within the C -2, F -C, I -C, and I zones, and located along a designated truck route; and
c) Proposed electronic reader boards shall not face residentially zoned property or
residential uses, schools, hospitals, convalescent hospitals and other sensitive land
uses as designated through the conditional use permit process; and
d) Message duration of a minimum of eight (8) seconds and messages changes between
2 seconds and 5 seconds; and
e) Hours of operation; and
f) Contrast — Reader boards shall be adjusted to maintain contrast between the sign face
and surrounding areas; and
g) Illumination control to avoid spillover and light trespass onto adjacent properties.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
This item was heard by the Planning Commission at their February 25, 2015 meeting. No one spoke
during the public hearing on the item. Ultimately the Planning Commission voted 5 -0 recommending that
the City Council adopt the Negative Declaration of Environmental impact and add development standards
for electronic reader board signs and temporary signage for newly established businesses into the City's
Municipal Code.
LEGAL REVIEW
This report has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney as to legal form and content.
ALTERNATIVES
The City Council could elect not to approve these modifications and as a result, electronic reader board
signage would not be permitted and new businesses would have to comply with the existing regulations
relating to temporary signage contained in Section 153.170.060 of the City's Municipal Code.
ATTACHMENTS
#1, Red -Line Section of the Zoning Code `Sign Regulations'
#2, Initial Study and Negative Declaration
#3, Planning Commission Minutes, February 25, 2015
#4, City Council Resolution 2015 -051
#5, City Council Ordinance 1371
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PROPOSED SIGN CODE AMENDMENT REDLINE — NOVEMBER 2014
SUBCHAPTER 153.170 — SIGN REGULATIONS
Section
Contents:
G153]70.010
Intent and Purpose
§153]70.020
Applicability
G153.170.030
Permit Requirements
G153.I70.040
Exempt Signs
G153.I70.050
Prohibited Signs
8I53.I70.060
Temporary Signs
`50 170.070
(��ncral�i�uStandards
GI53]70.080
Signs Regulations by Zone
Q153.170.090
Sign Regulations for Specific Land Uses
G153.170.I00
Sign Construction and Maintenance
G153.170.II0
Other Applicable Regulations
§ 153.170.010 - Intent and Purpose
The intent and purpose mfthese sign are to:
A. Urban design and safety ehandarde the cit/e urban design and safety
standards me set forth ho the General Plan.
B. City appearance. Maintain and eoboocc the city's appearance by regulating the
character, location, number, type, quality of materials, size, illumination and
maintenance ofsigns.
C. Pedestrian and vehicular traffic safety. Protect and improve pedestrian and vehicular
traffic safety by balancing the need for signs which facilitate the safe and smooth flow of
traffic without an excess of signage which may distract motorists, overload their
capacity to quickly receive information, visually obstruct traffic signs oz otherwise create
congestion and safety hazards.
D. Traffic safety hazards. Eliminate traffic safety hazards to pedestrians and motorists
posed bvoff-site signs commercial messages.
E. On-site signage. Generally limit commercial signage to on-site locations to protect the
aesthetic environment from the visual clutter associated with the unrestricted
proliferation of signs, while prov/onn� chunnelsofcoununicutiontotbennbDc
.
F. Communication. Allow the communication od information for commercial and
noncommercial purposes without regulating the content mf noncommercial ozeaeugeo. `
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G. Expression. Allow the expression of political, religious and other noncommercial
speech, and allow for an increase in the quantity of such speech in the period preceding
elections.
H. Free speech. Respect and protect the right of free speech by sign display, while
reasonably regulating the structure, location and other non-communicative aspects of
signs, generally for the public health, safety, welfare and specifically to serve the public
interests in traffic and pedestrian safety and community aesthetics.
I. Nearby effects. Minimize the possible adverse effects of signs on nearby public and
private property.
J. Visual quality. Serve the city's interests in maintaining and enhancing its visual appeal
by preventing the degradation of visual quality which can result from excess signage.
K. Protect investment and quality of life. Protect investments in property and lifestyle
quality made by persons who choose to live, work or do business in the city.
L. Residential neighborhoods. Defend the peace and tranquility of residential zones and
neighborhoods by generally forbidding commercial signs on private residences, while
allowing residents the opportunity, within reasonable limits, to -express political,
religious and other noncommercial messages from their homes.
§ 153.170.020 — Applicability
A. Compliance. Signs or advertising displays that are erected or maintained within the city
shall comply with the provisions of this subchapter and any other applicable federal,
state and local statues or laws.
B. Additive requirements. The requirements of this subchapter, shall be applied in
addition to any other requirements contained in the Zoning Code.
C. Conflicts. In the event of direct and irreconcilable conflict between any provisions of
this subchapter and any other provisions of the Zoning Code or this code, the more
restrictive requirements shall govern.
§ 153.170.030 — Permit Requirements
A. Sign permit required. Unless otherwise exempted by § 153.170.040, a sign permit shall
be required prior to the placement, construction or physical alteration of the size, height
or location of any sign or advertising display in the city. A sign permit may be obtained
from the Planning Division pursuant to the provisions of subchapter 153.210,
Administrative Procedures.
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B. Variance. Signs that do not comply with the requirements of this subchapter, shall not
be permitted unless a variance has been granted pursuant to the provisions of
subchapter 153.210, Administrative Procedures.
§ 153.170.040 — Exempt Signs
A. Applicability. Unless otherwise specified, the signs listed in this subchapter are
categorically exempt from the permit requirement. The signs listed in this section are
subject to compliance with all other provisions of this subchapter and other applicable
codes, regulations or rules.
B. Restrictions on illumination. All exempt signs shall be non - illuminated, externally
iuiiatecyr internal 1- ii t mii iliui CLd.
C. Exempt signs. The following categories of signs do not require a sign permit:
1. Accessory Signs. Accessory Signs are permitted, provided that they do not
exceed 20 square feet. All accessory signs shall be included in the total allotted
background sign area permitted for the lot or use to which the signs relate.
2. Construction Signs. Construction Signs located on site identifying the names of
individuals or firms connected with the construction of a project, including
architects, engineers, financial institutions or contractors are permitted, provided
that:
a. A maximum of 1 such sign is permitted on lots encompassing 450,000 square
feet or less of site area, and a maximum of 2 such signs are permitted on lots
larger than 450,000 square feet.
b. On property that does not have a freeway frontage, the sign area does not
exceed 40 square feet and the sign height does not exceed 15 feet.
c. On property with freeway frontage, the sign area does not exceed 130 square
feet and the sign height shall not exceed 30 feet.
d. All such signs are non - illuminated and set back a minimum of 5 feet from
any public right -of -way.
e. All such signs are removed prior to the issuance of a certificate of occupancy
permit.
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3. Directional Signs. One on-site Directional Sign which does not promote or
advertise a business, property or product is permitted for each one-way drive,
drive aisle and service or delivery entrance, provided that:
a. All such signs are located so as to not impair vehicular or pedestrian
movement.
b. The sign area does not exceed 5 square feet and the sign height does not
exceed 4 feet.
4. Directory Signs. Directory Signs within an integrated development are
permitted, provided that the sign area does not exceed 24 square feet and the
sign height shall not exceed 6 feet.
5. Governmental/Civic Signs. Government/Civic Signs erected and maintained by
or required by the city, county, state or federal government for identification of a
government facility are permitted.
6. Garage/Yard Sale Signs. One on-site garage/yard sale sign is permitted for a
garage/yard sale, provided that:
a. The sign area does not exceed 6 square feet and the sign height does not
exceed 4 feet.
b. All such signs are only displayed during the time of the sale.
7. Holiday Signs. Holiday signs that do not contain any commercial message are
permitted, provided that all are removed within 7 days after the holiday or
event.
8. House Numbers. Street numbers identifying the address of a residence or
building are permitted, provided that the sign area shall not exceed 2 square feet,
including those painted on curbs.
9. Menu/Order Board Signs. Up to two Menu/Order Board signs for each drive-in
or drive-through business are permitted, provided that:
a. The sign area does not exceed 40 square feet and the sign height does not
exceed 8 feet.
b. All such signs are located adjacent to the driveway.
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10. Noncommercial Signs and Flags. Noncommercial Signs on private property,
including flags, are permitted, provided that.
a. All such signs are not located within or over a public right-of-way, over the
roofline of any building, or within any required clear vision triangle.
b. No more than 2 such signs, including flags, may be displayed.
c. On residential property, the sign area does not exceed 5 square feet and the
sign height does not exceed 4 feet.
d. On non-residential property, the sign area does not exceed 20 square feet and
the sign height does not exceed 4 feet.
e. With regard to flags, up to 2 flags may be permitted. No individual flag
exceeds 6 square feet in area.
11. Political Signs. Political Signs may be erected on any private property, provided
that such signs are not be displayed earlier than 45 days prior to the election and
are removed within 14 days following the election.
12. Project Identification Signs. One Project Identification sign per residential
condominium, apartment or planned development project is permitted,
provided that the sign area does not exceed 30 square feet and the sign height
does not exceed 8 feet.
13. Real Estate Signs. Real Estate Signs for the sale or lease of property on private
property are permitted, provided that:
a. All such signs are set back a minimum of 5 feet from any public right-of-way.
b. All such signs are non-illuminated or externally illuminated.
c. On residential property, the sign area shall not exceed 1.0 square feet.
d. On non-residential property, the sign area shall not exceed 32 square feet.
14. Residential Nameplates. One nameplate identifying the occupants of a dwelling
unit is permitted, provided that the sign area does not exceed 2 square feet.
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15. Window Signs, Temporary and permanent Window Signs are permitted,
provided that such signs do not cover more than 40 percent of the total window
area of all windows.
§ 153.170.050 - Prohibited Signs
The following signs are prohibited on any property within the city:
B. Animated Signs.
C. Balloon
D. Roof Signs.
E. Murals.
F. Can (Box) Signs.
G. Off-Site Signs (billboards).
H. Off-Site identification Signs. Off -site identification signs, except government, civic and
retail signs as provided in this subchapter.
I. Portable Signs, including A-frame, sandwich board signs, and vehicle-mounted signs.
J. Cross-visibility area. Any sign located within a required clear cross-visibility area.
K. Permission not granted. Signs erected without the permission of the owner of the
property on which the sign is located.
L. Signs in the public right-of-way. Signs within or projecting over a public right-of-way.
M. Imitation traffic signs. Signs which purport to be, are an imitation of, or resemble
official traffic warning devices or signs, that by color, location or lighting may confuse or
disorient vehicular or pedestrian traffic, impede the flow of traffic or create a traffic
hazard, excluding authorized on-site directional sites.
N. Painted signs. Signs painted directly on an exterior wall, fence, fascia or parapet.
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0. Signs attached to utility poles. Signs attached to utility poles, unless specifically
approved by the utility company in writing.
P. Signs attached other features. Signs attached to trees, fences, bridges or light poles.
Q. Vehicle signs. Vehicle signs, where the primary purpose or use of the vehicle is the
display of advertising material. This does not apply to signs maintained on vehicles
when such advertising is incidental. to the primary purpose for which the vehicle is
being used.
R. Disrepair. Any sign that is in disrepair.
§ 153.170.060 ® Temporary Signs
A Permitted Temporary Signs. Temporary commercial signs for a business grand
opening or advertising of a special product, sale or event may be permitted on the site of
the business to which the message pertains. The following types of temporary signs are
permitted under such circumstances, provided they comply with the applicable
standards provided in subsection B or C below:
1. Banners not exceeding 50 square feet per banner, except as provided in Subsection
C below.
2. Inflatable signs not exceeding 50 feet in height.
3. Pennants, with the area on which the pennants are located not permitted to
exceed 15 percent of the square footage of the lot upon which they are located.
B. Standard for Temporary Signs: Such temporary signs shall comply with the following
standards:
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1. Maximum number. A maximum of 1 temporary sign may be displayed for each
business at any given time, except as provided in Subsection C below.
2. Maximum duration. Each temporary promotional sign may be displayed for a
maximum of 30 consecutive days, except as provided in Subsection C below.
Temporary signs may be displayed up to 4 nonconsecutive times within a
12 -month period.
3. Maximum sign area. The combined maximum sign area of all temporary signs
on site shall not exceed 50 square feet, except as provided in Subsection C below.
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4` Location and attachment. signs sbuU be attached to the rnubn
building fence and shall above d�c zooHh�ror of the
zu� or oc�Goz
vvaU or [once on which they are located, except as provided in Subsection [
below.
5, Balloons. Balloons shall not bm used hn conjunction with any temporary sign.
6. Attachment and illumination. Temporary signs shall not be freestanding
(except as provided in Subsection Cbelow) or illuminated.
7, Safety and mauntenance. Temporary signs shall bc kept hza safe and presentable
C. Temporary Signage fora Newly Established Business. The following additional
standards ��ncw�������bo�ca�u���d��� ��e���t��h�
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Business refers to any boeiocsa that has filed m complete business license application
(accepted by the City), for the first time, provided there are no records o1 the business
operating in the City prior to said filing.
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I, Permitted Signs. The following types of temporary signs are permitted under such
circumstances, provided they comply with the appUcab|P standards provided in
subsection B or C:
a. All sign types listed as permitted temporary signs in Subsection A.
b Banners not exceeding 6O square feet per banner.
c. flags with ground spikes npbn35 square feet maximum.
2. Maximum Nnsubec lTn to three (3) signs of any combination of permitted
temporary sign types /e.g, banners, pennants, window signs, etc.) are permitted
provided that the combined sign area of all said signage does not exceed 6U
square feet.
3, Maximum Duration. Each temporary promotional sign for a nevvk/ eatoldiobod
business may bu displayed for a znuxicouoo of 60 days from the time its business
|bznac application is filed and accepted by the City. An extension of up to 60
additional days may be approved provided that completed extension request
(through submittal o[un additional sign permit application) is received and
accepted hy the City prior tothe expiration of the initial 6O day display period.
4. Maximum Sign Area. The combined maximum sign area o/all permitted signage
under this Subsection shall not exceed 60sooazrfeet.
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§ 153.170.070 - General Sign Standards
All signs, including exempt and temporary signs, located within all zones shall comply with the
following regulations:
A. Sign Lettering and Numbering.
1. To facilitate emergency response by public safety personnel, every sign in
connection with any business which utilizes any non -Roman alphabet letters,
characters and /or symbols shall also contain a general description of the business
written in English. The English language portion of the sign shall be readable
from the public right -of -way.
2. Tn all rages where a sign or other zoning permit is relulred by this chapter or
other law, the applicant shall submit to the city a certification, issued under
penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, containing an English
language translation of all non - Roman alphabet letters, characters and symbols
proposed to be displayed on the sign. An application for such permit shall not be
deemed complete until the applicant has provided such certification.
B. Sign Lighting and Illumination.
1. Unless otherwise specified for exempt and temporary signs, signs may be non -
illuminated or internally illuminated. If internally illuminated, illumination of
individual letters and logos is preferred. The Approving Authority of the sign
permit may authorize external. illumination.
2. All signs shall be arranged, operated, shielded and maintained to prevent any
glare, reflection, nuisance, inconvenience or hazardous interference of any kind
to abutting or adjacent properties, streets and walkways.
C. Sign Location.
No internally illuminated sign placed on any commercial or industrially zoned property
shall be located within 50 feet of the lot line, if such line is shared with any residentially
zoned lot, and if the sign face area is oriented toward the residentially zoned lot.
D. Sign Aesthetics.
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1. All newly erected signs shall comply with the Sign Design Guidelines Manual.
2. All permanent signs located within any zone shall be compatible to the
associated structure's architecture and design features.
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3. All permanent signs located on commercial and industrial structures shall be
integrated within structure's architecture.
§ 153.170.080 - Signs Regulations by Zone
Table 153.170.080 identifies the types of signs permitted by zone district and the development
standards applicable to such signs. In addition to the requirements set forth in Table
153.170.080, the following criteria shall apply:
A. Freestanding Signs.
1. As indicated in Table 153.170.080, freestanding signs shall be permitted only in
the FC, C -2 and I -C zones that have freeway frontage.
2. ilie VQJe Vf all fr ees talLdll Lg Slglls sl l.a.11. be l.alldsca� led at ULe 111Le U1 JlglL
installation such that the base is fully obscured by landscaping to a minimum
height of 6 feet within 3 years of landscape installation. Such landscaping shall be
maintained in a neat and healthy condition at all times.
B. Monument Signs.
Monument signs may be located in planter medians abutting a driveway or within the
project driveway.
Table 153.170.080
Sign Regulations by Zone
Maximum
Maximum
Maximum
Zone
Sign Type Number
Sign Area
Height
Notes
R -G and
Monument 1
24 sf
4 ft
R -3
Wall
1
36 sf
4 ft
C
Monument
1 per frontage
32 sf
6 ft
-1
Wall
1 or more
50 sf
4 ft
Monument
1 per frontage
64 sf
12 ft
In lieu of a monument sign,
C-2,
an Electronic Readerboard
F -C,
Sign may be permitted,
I -C,
subject to approval of a
without
Conditional. Use Permit and
freeway
Design Review, provided
frontage
the sign complies with the
provisions outlined in
153.170.90.C.
Wall
1 or more
2 sf of sign area per
6 ft
linear foot of primary
building frontage
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Table 153.170.080
Sign Regulations by Zone
Maximum
Maximum
Maximum
Zone
Sign Type Number
Sign Area
Height
Notes
Secondary
I or more
I sf of sign area per
4 ft
Wall
linear foot of primary
building frontage
Freestanding
1
1 sf of sign area per 1.
80 ft
1. A maximum of 1
linear foot of street
freestanding sign is
frontage
permitted for lots with less
than 800 linear feet of
street frontage. One
additional freestanding
sign is permitted for lots
C-2, F-
with more than 800 linear
C, I-C,
feet of street frontage. For
with
this purpose, a commercial
freeway
center is considered a
frontage
single lot.
2. Additional sign face
area for monument signs
may be granted in lieu of
use of freestanding signs,
per criteria established by
the Director of
Community Development.
3. In lieu of a freestanding
sign, an Electronic
Readerboard Sign may be
permitted, subject to
approval of a Conditional
Use Permit and Design
Review, provided the sign
complies with the
provisions outlined in
§153.170.90.C.
Monument
1
40 sf
20ft
In lieu of a monument sign,
an Electronic Readerboard
I
Sign may be permitted,
subject to approval of a
Conditional Use Permit and
Design Review, provided
the sign complies with the
provisions outlined in
§153.170.90.C.
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Table 153.170.080
Sign Regulations by Zone
Maximum
Maximum
Maximum
Zone
Sign Type Number
Sign Area
Height
Notes
Wall
1 or more
1 sf of sign area for
6 ft
each linear foot of
primary building
frontage
C. Wall Signs.
i. A maximum of 3 wall signs shall be permitted for each wall of a commercial unit
that contains a main entrance or is adjacent to a street.
2. A maximum of 1 wall sign shall be permitted for each wall of a commercial unit
that does not contain a main entrance.
3. Wall signs shall not project more than 1.8 inches from the building wall.
4. Sign height shall be measured from the bottom to the top of the sign.
7 .�,,151 .1 7 70.090 - Sign Regulations for Spedflc Land Uses or Sign Types
�
In addition to other standards set forth in this subchapter, the following land uses or sign types
are subject to the following regulations:
A. Service Stations.
1. Each service station may maintain a maximum of 4 canopy signs, each having no
more than 50 square feet of sign face area.
2. Each service station may maintain 1 permanently installed price sign not to
exceed 40 square feet in area.
3. Each service station may maintain a maximum of 2 permanently installed or
portable price signs not exceed 20 square feet in area.
B. Automobile Dealerships.
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1. Each automobile dealership may display banners and pennants with a total area
not to exceed 15 percent of the square footage of the lot upon which they are
located.
2. Each automobile dealership may display a maximum of 20 banners attached to
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freestanding light standards. Each banner shall not exceed 5O square feet nfarea.
3. Each automobile dealership may display one pennant for every 2,5K)0 square feet
of lot area, ophna maximum ofI2 such pennants. Each pennant shall not exceed
20 square feet hnarea.
C. Electronic Readerboard Signa
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1. Sign Defined. An Electronic Readerboard Sign is a sign that incorporates
changeable messages which may be changed by electronic processes or by
remote control.
� Applicability and Review. Electronic- Readerboard Signs are allowed, subject to
approval of a Conditional Use Permit and Design Review, for businesses with a
minimum or' three /�ocoe" the bu�eas`���d�������C
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and 1Zones and along a designated truck route. This sign type may be installed
in lieu o[ but not to addition to, freestanding and/or zu000nzeot a' uge
permitted on-site.
a. Design review shall include review o[the following sign elements: sign nh/ke
sign height, sign size, oouzbez of other signs on the site, sign and
sign materials, subject to the criteria established bm this subsection.
3. Orientation. Signs mbaU not face residentially zoned properties or residential
uses, schools, hospitals, convalescent hospitals and other sensitive land uses as
deemed appropriate through the conditional use permit process.
4. Message Duration. Messages shall remain static for u minimum of eight 00
seconds. Message changes shall occur within a minimum of two (2) seconds and
u maximum olfive (5) seconds.
5, Activity. Messages onthe Electronic Readerboard Sign shall rotate only during
normal business hours or as deemed appropriate through the conditional use
permit process.
6, Contrast. Electronic Readerboard Signs shall be adjusted to maintain contrast
between the sign face and surrounding areas, subject to review and approval
through the conditional use permit process.
7. Illumination. The following provisions apply to the illumination ofElectronic
Readerboard Signs:
a. Automatic dimming controls shall be installed, either by photocell
or via software s, in order to bring the lighting level
down to ovoid spillover and light trespass onto abutting or adjacent
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properties and to avoid glare at any time of the day.
b. Electronic Readerboard Signs shall be adjusted to minimize the degree of
brightness and glare. Lighting levels should be sensitive to the environment
and react with natural light sources, subject to review and approval through
the conditional use permit process.
c. Sign illumination during nighttime hours may not exceed a maximum
luminance level of 750 cd /m2 or Nits, regardless of the method of
illumination.
d. Electronic Readerboard Signs with external illumination, whether the
lighting is mounted above or below the sign face or panel, shall fully shield
all lighting fixtures or luminaries.
§ 153.170.100 - Sign Construction and Maintenance
A. Compliance with codes and development standards. All signs shall comply with the
appropriate provisions of the State Building Code, as adopted by the city, relative to
design, construction, structural integrity, connections and safety. Signs shall also comply
with the provisions of the applicable electrical code and the development standards.
B. Maintenance. All. signs shall be maintained in a good structural condition at all times
and be kept neatly painted, including all metal parts and supports that are not made of a
rust resistant material. Any crack, broken surface, malfunction, missing sign copy or
other damaged portion shall be repaired or replaced.
§ 153.170.110 - Other Applicable Regulations
In addition to the requirements contained this subchapter, regulations contained of this chapter
may apply to signage in the following subchapters:
153.200 Nonconforming Lots, Structures and Uses
153.210 Administrative Procedures,
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Prepared by:
City of Baldwin Park
14403 East Pacific Avenue
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
IA- _THE' "_'r
SAN G%aBRtEL ,�
Revised April 2010
DATE: January 19, 2015
APPLICANT: City of Baldwin Park
TYPE OF PERMIT: Amendment to the Municipal Code
FILE NO.: AZC -175
LOCATION OF PROJECT: The proposed project will impact those businesses
with greater than three (3) acres within the zoning designations of Commercial
(C -2, F -C), Industrial (i -C and 1), and Mixed Use (MD -1).
DE_SRIPTION OF PROJECT: The proposed Pro,ect involves changes to the
City's Municipal Code relating to sign regulations. The proposed change will
allow for a new business to display temporary signage to maximize exposure to
consumers and customers while permanent signage is being constructed and
installed, within zoning districts that permit commercial and other business uses
to locate. Additionally, the proposed Code Amendment would include the
establishment of a new sign type and standards for the installation of electronic
reader board signs in certain areas of the City. Both revisions would provide
additional flexibility and exposure to the business community while honoring the
purpose and intent of Section 153.170 (Signage) of the City's Zoning Code.
it is the opinion of the ❑ Zoning Administrator
❑ Planning Commission
Fx__1 City Council
❑ Other
that, upon review of the project, it has determined that the project will not have a
significant effect upon the environment.
Mitigation Measures F--] are attached
® are not required
(Signature)
City Planner
(Title)
Date(s) of Public Notice:
X Posting at three (3) locations: Los Angeles County Clerk, City Hall, Ester Snyder
Community Center, and Barnes Park, January 21, 2015.
Posting of the properties
Written notice to affected property owners.
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ENVIRONMENTAL CHECKLIST FOR#
Project Title: AZC -175 (Sign Code Amendment — Temporary Signs & Electronic Readerboards)
2. Lead agency name and address:
City of Baldwin Park Planning
Division
14403 E. Pacific Avenue
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
(626) 813 -5261
3. (�nnf�r4 -orcr and phone ra —k—: Amy Harbin AI(-D' !'amity Planner ( 26) vQ I3'S26i.
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4. Project location: The proposed project may impact those non - residential zoning designations in
which non- exempt signs are permitted.
5. General Plan Designation(s): Non - residential land use designations within the City, including:
Neighborhood Commercial, General Commercial, Mixed Use (Commercial), Commercial - Industrial,
General Industrial and Public Facility.
6. Zoning:
DESIGNATION LABEL
EXPLANATION
C -1
Neighborhood Commercial
C -2
General Commercial
F -C
Freeway Commercial
I
Industrial
I -C
Industrial Commercial
MU -1
Mixed -Use 1
MU -2
Mixed -Use 2
7. Description of project: (Describe the whole action involved, including but not limited to later
phases of the project, and any secondary, support, or off -site features necessary for its
implementation, Attach additional sheets if necessary.)
The proposed Project involves changes to the City's Municipal Code relating to
sign regulations. The proposed change will allow for a new business to display
temporary signage to maximize exposure to consumers and customers while
permanent signage is being constructed and installed, within zoning districts that
permit commercial and other business uses to locate. Additionally, the proposed
Code Amendment would include the establishment of a new sign type and
standards for the installation of electronic reader board signs in certain areas of the
City. Both revisions would provide additional flexibility and exposure to the
business community while honoring the purpose and intent of Section 153.170
(Signage) of the City's Zoning Code.
8. Surrounding land uses and setting: Briefly describe the project's surroundings:
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Incorporated in 1956, the City of Baldwin Park is located approximately 17 miles east
of downtown Los Angeles. The intersection of the 1 -10 (San Bernardino) and 1 -605
(San Gabriel River) freeways lies near the southwest corner of this 6.8 square mile
City. Although Baldwin Park is predominantly a residential bedroom community, recent
efforts have placed a greater emphasis on promoting commercial and industrial land
uses. However, the City is near "build- out ", focusing efforts on the redevelopment of
land, especially within close proximity to the freeway and within the City's Downtown
area.
According to the 2010 Census, Baldwin Park has approximately 75,400 persons. This
is more than double the population in 1960. Baldwin Park is predominantly a Hispanic
working class community. Since the 1990 Census, the City continues to experience
on -going increases with its Asian population, even though a decrease in population
was experienced between the 2000 Census and the 2010 Census. Furthermore, the
City has a considerably larger than average household size than the County average,
suggesting increased pressure on the City's housing stock and the provision of
services.
9. Other public agencies whose approval is required (e.g., permits, financing approval, or
participation agreement.)
No other public agencies other than the Planning Commission and /or City
Council of the City of Baldwin Park are required to approve this Amendment to the
City's Municipal (Zoning) Code.
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ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED:
The environmental factors checked below would be potentially affected by this project, involving at least
one impact that is a "Potentially Significant Impact" as indicated by the checklist on the following pages:
Aesthetics
Biological Resources
EAgriculture & Forestry Resources [—] Air Quality
Cultural Resources
D Geology/ Soils
Greenhouse Gas Emissions [] Hazard & Hazardous Materials F—] Hydrology / Water Quality
E Land Use / Planning
D Population / Housing
❑ Transportation / Traffic
Mineral Resources
❑ Public Services
U Utilities/ Service Systems
DETERMINATION: (To be completed by the Lead Agency)
On the basis of this initial evaluation:
Noise
D Recreation
U Mandatory Findings of
Significance
✓ I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a
NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not
be a significant effect in this case because revisions in the project have been made by or agreed to by
the project proponent. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a "potentially significant impact" or "potentially significant
unless mitigated" impact on the environment, but at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed
in an earlier document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation
measures based the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets. An ENVIRONMENTAL IMAPCT
REPORT is required, but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, because
all potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR or NEGATIVE
DECLARATION pursuant to applicable standards, and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant
to that earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION, including revisions or mitigation measures that are
imposed upon the proposed project, nothing further is required.
I
Signature
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The explanation of each issue should identify:
a) The significance criteria or threshold, if any, used to evaluate each question; and
b) The mitigation measure identified, if any, to reduce the impact to less than significance.
[.AESTHETICS Would the
project:
Potentially
Significant Impact
Less Than
Significant
With Mitigation
Incorporated
Less Than
Significant Impact
No Impact
a) Have a substantial adverse
effect on a scenic vista?
X
b) Substantially damage
scenic resources, including,
but not limited to, trees, rock
X
outcroppings, and historic
buildings within a state scenic
highway?
c) Substantially degrade
the existing visual character
X
or quality of the site and its
surroundings?
d) Create a new source of
substantial light or glare which
X
would adversely affect day or
nighttime views in the area?
a -c) No Impact. The City's General Plan does not identify any scenic vistas or scenic
resources within in the City of Baldwin Park. The California Department of Transportation
(CALTRANS) does not list any highways within the City of Baldwin Park as officially
designated scenic or historic highways. The Project consists of a Sign Code Amendment to
establish sign regulations for temporary new business identification signs and electronic
reader board signs strictly confined to certain areas of the City. The Project is an
administrative action that will not substantially degrade the existing visual character or quality
of commercial properties within the City or their surroundings.
c -d) Less than Significant Impact. The proposed Amendment includes provisions for the use
of temporary non - illuminated signage for new businesses established in the City. The signs will
allow business identification so that customers may locate the business. There are no
aesthetic impacts associated with this sign type.
The proposed sign Amendment includes standards for the use of electronic reader board signs
within designated areas of the City. These signs would be permitted to remain in operation
during business hours which could extend into the night. However, the Amendment
establishes standards for light illumination, message duration, automatic dimming controls and
other measures to ensure that reader board signs will not significantly impact surrounding
uses. Additionally, the signs would be subject to the review and approval of a Conditional Use
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Permit and Design Review. Therefore, the proposed sign type will result in less than significant
impacts.
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11. AGRICULTURE AND FORESTRY
Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
RESOURCES
Significant
With Mitigation
Significant
No Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
In determining whether impacts to agricultural
resources are significant environmental
effects, lead agencies may refer to the
California Agricultural Land Evaluation and
Site Assessment Model (1997) prepared by
the California Dept. of Conservation as an
X
optional model to use in assessing If I 1POI-LZ-
on agriculture and farmland. In determining
whether impacts to forest resources, including
timberland, are significant environmental
effects, lead agencies may refer to information
compiled by the California Department of
Forestry and Fire Protection regarding the state's
inventory of forest land, including the Forest
and Range Assessment Project and the Forest
1 Legacy Assessment project; and forest carbon
measurement methodology provided in Forest
Protocols adopted by the California Air Resource
Board. Would the project:
a) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland,
or Farmland of Statewide Importance
(Farmland), as shown on the maps prepared
X
pursuant to the Farmland Mapping and
Monitoring Program of the California Resources
Agency, to non-agricultural use?
b) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural
use, or a Williamson Act contract? I
X
c) Conflict with existing zoning for, or cause
rezoning of, forest land (as defined in Public
Resources Code section 12220 (g)), timberland
(as defined by Public Resources Code section
4526), or timberland zoned Timberland
X
Production (as defined by Government Code
section 51104(g))?
d) Results in loss of forest land or conversion of
forest land to non-forest use?
X
e) Involve other changes in the existing
environment which, due to their location or
nature, could result in conversion of Farmland, to
X
non-agricultural use or conversion of forest land
to non-forest?
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a -c) No Impact. The project would not impact any agricultural property, nor would it affect
any Farmland or Forestry resources. The project includes a Sign Code Amendment
applicable to businesses within designated areas of the City. Agricultural property is not
defined as an area that would permit the proposed sign types included in this Amendment.
a -e) No Impact. The adoption of the proposed Amendment will not conflict with or obstruct
the implementation of any applicable air quality plans. The Amendment relates to on -site
signage. The adoption of the proposed Amendment will not result in a cumulatively
considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non -
attainment under any applicable Federal or State ambient air quality standard nor will it
expose receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations or objectionable odors.
Potentially
Less Than
Less Than
No
Ill. AIR QUALITY
Potentially
Significant
Significant
No
Significant
With Mitigation
Impact
Impact
Would the project:
Impact
Incorporated
Where available, the significance criteria
- -
-
established by the applicable air quality
X
management or air pollution control district
X
may be relied upon to make the following
determinations. Would the project:
a) Conflict with or obstruct implementations
of the applicable air quality plan?
X
b) Violate any air quality standard or
contribute substantially to an existing or
X
projected air qualit violation?
c) Result in a cumulatively considerable
net increase of any criteria pollutant for
which the project region is non - attainment
X
under an applicable federal or state ambient
air quality standard (including releasing
emissions which exceed quantitative
thresholds for ozone precursors)?
d) Expose sensitive receptors to substantial
pollutant concentrations?
X
e) Create objectionable odors affecting a
substantial number of people?
X
a -e) No Impact. The adoption of the proposed Amendment will not conflict with or obstruct
the implementation of any applicable air quality plans. The Amendment relates to on -site
signage. The adoption of the proposed Amendment will not result in a cumulatively
considerable net increase of any criteria pollutant for which the project region is non -
attainment under any applicable Federal or State ambient air quality standard nor will it
expose receptors to substantial pollutant concentrations or objectionable odors.
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Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
No
IV. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Significant
Wi th Mitigation
Significant
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
Would the project:
a) Have a substantial adverse effect, either
- -
-
directly or through habitat modifications,
on any species identified as a candidate,
X
sensitive or special status species in local or
regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by
the California Department of Fish and Game
or U.S. Fish and Wildlife Service?
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IV. BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Potentially
Significant
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
Significant
No
Impact
p
With Mitigation
Impact
p
Impact
Incorporated
b) Have a substantial adverse effect on any
riparian habitat or other sensitive natural
community identified in local or regional plans,
X
policies, regulations, or by the California
Department of Fish and Game or U.S. Fish
and Wildlife Service?
X
c) Have a substantial adverse effect on
federally protected wetlands as defined by
- -
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act (including,
X
but not limited to, marsh, vernal pool,
coastal, etc.) through direct removal, filling
X
hydrological interruption, or other means?
d) Interfere substantially with the movement of
I
any native resident or migratory fish or wildlife
X
species or with established native resident or
migratory wildlife corridors, or impede the use
of native wildlife nursery sites?
e) Conflict with any local policies or
ordinances protecting biological resources,
X
such as a tree preservation policy or
ordinance?
f) Conflict with the provisions of an adopted
Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural
X
Community Conservation Plan, or other
approved local, regional, or state habitat
conservation plan?
a -f) No Impact. The City of Baldwin Park is completely urbanized and devoid of native
vegetation. No endangered or threatened plants or animals are known to exist within the
City. As described in the project description, the proposed Amendment is related to on -site
signage and will not directly impact biological resources.
V. CULTURAL RESOURCES
Potentially
Significant
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
Significant
No
Impact
p
With Mitigation
Impact
p
Impact
Incorporation
Would the project:
a) Cause a substantial adverse change in the
significance of a historical resource as defined
X
in Section 15064.5?
b) Cause a substantial adverse change in the
significance of an archaeological resource
X
pursuant to Section 15064.5?
c) Directly or indirectly-destroy -a unique
- -
paleontological resource or site or unique
X
geological feature?
d) Disturb any human remains, including
X
those interred outside of formal cemeteries?
a -d) No Impact. The City of Baldwin Park is generally affected by extensive urban
development, and in this regard, many cultural resources that may have existed at one
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time within the City have either been successfully catalogued, recovered, and /or protected
consistent with the CEQA requirements, or been removed and /or destroyed. Further, as
previously stated, the Project relates to the development of standards for on -site temporary
new business identification signage and electronic reader board signs permitted within the
most urbanized, developed areas of the city and will not directly impact cultural resources.
a -e) No Impact. The proposed Amendment establishes design and operational standards for
on -site ..signage_ On -site temporary new business identification signage is not regulated. by. _.
the California Building Code (CBC). Electronic reader board signs would be subject to strict
location and design requirements and subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit.
Appropriate measures which reduce the effects of earthquakes are identified in the CBC,
including specific provisions for seismic design of structures. The design of structures in
accordance with the CBC and current professional engineering practices is sufficient to
reduce the effects of around shaking below the level of significance.
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Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
No
VI. GEOLOGY AND SOILS
Significant
With Mitigation
Significant
Impact
Impact
p
Incorporated
Impact
p
Would the project:
a) Expose people or structures to potential
X
substantial adverse effects, including
the risk of loss, injury, or death involving:
i) Rupture of a known earthquake fault, as
delineated on the most recent Alquist- Priolo
Earthquake Fault Zoning Map issued by the
X
State Geologist for the area or based on
other substantial evidence of a known fault?
Refer to Division of Mines and Geology
Special Publication 42.
ii) Strong seismic ground shaking?
X
iii) Seismic - related ground failure, including
X
liquefaction?
iv) Landslides?
X
b) Result in substantial soil erosion or the
X
loss of topsoil?
c) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is
unstable, or that would become unstable as
X
a result of the project, and potentially result
in on or off -site landslide, lateral spreading,
subsidence, liquefaction or collapse?
d) Be located on expansive soil, as defined
in Table 18 -1 -B of the Uniform Building
X
Code (1994), creating substantial risk to life
or property?
e) Have soils incapable of adequately
supporting the use of septic tanks or
X
alternative waste water disposal systems
where sewers are not available for the
disposal of waste water?
a -e) No Impact. The proposed Amendment establishes design and operational standards for
on -site ..signage_ On -site temporary new business identification signage is not regulated. by. _.
the California Building Code (CBC). Electronic reader board signs would be subject to strict
location and design requirements and subject to the approval of a Conditional Use Permit.
Appropriate measures which reduce the effects of earthquakes are identified in the CBC,
including specific provisions for seismic design of structures. The design of structures in
accordance with the CBC and current professional engineering practices is sufficient to
reduce the effects of around shaking below the level of significance.
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Furthermore, as evidenced by extensive urban development, the City is generally suitable for
development, and is not substantially limited by unstable geologic conditions including
potential susceptibility to landsliding, lateral spreading, subsidence, liquefaction, or collapse.
Nor is there evidence that the City is widely affected by expansive soils conditions. Given the
underlying urban environment, CBC building requirements and the nature of the
administrative Sign Code Amendment, there are no anticipated geological or soils impacts
with the proposed Project.
a -b) No Impact. The proposed Project consists of a Sign Code Amendment to
establish regulations for temporary new business identification signage and
electronic reader board signage to be located within strictly defined areas of the
City. It is not anticipated that the Project will not result in any physical impacts to the
environment. The Project does not have the potential to generate new direct or indirect
greenhouse gas emissions that may have an impact on the environment.
VIII. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS
Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
No
VII. GREENHOUSE EMISSIONS
Significant
With Mitigation
Significant
Impact
Impact
p
Incorporated
Impact
p
Would the project:
f
a) Generate greenhouse gas emissions, either
directly or indirectly, that may have a significant
I X
impact on the environment?
b) Have soils incapable of adequately supporting
the use of septic tanks or alternative waste water
X
disposal systems where sewers are not available
for the disposal of waste water?
a -b) No Impact. The proposed Project consists of a Sign Code Amendment to
establish regulations for temporary new business identification signage and
electronic reader board signage to be located within strictly defined areas of the
City. It is not anticipated that the Project will not result in any physical impacts to the
environment. The Project does not have the potential to generate new direct or indirect
greenhouse gas emissions that may have an impact on the environment.
VIII. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS
Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
No
MATERIALS
Significant
Impact
p
With Mitigation
Significant
Impact
p
Impact
Incorporated
Would the project:
a) Create a significant hazard to the public or
the environment through the routine transport,
X
use, or disposal of hazardous materials?
b) Create a significant hazard to the public
or the environment through reasonably
X
foreseeable upset and accident conditions
involving the release of hazardous materials
into the environment?
c) Emit hazardous emissions or handle
hazardous or acutely hazardous materials,
X
substances, or waste within one - quarter mile
of an-existing-or proposed school?
-
d) Be located on a site which is included on
a list of hazardous materials sites compiled .
pursuant to Government Code Section
X
65962.5 and, as a result, would it create a
significant hazard to the public or the
environment?
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Vlll. HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS
Potentially
Significant
Impact
p
Less Than
significant
With Mitigation
Less Than
Significant
Impact
p
No
Impact
MATERIALS
Incorporated
e) For a project located within an airport
land use plan or, where such a plan has not
been adopted, within two miles of a public
X
airport or public use airport, would the
project result in a safety hazard for people
residing or working in the project area?
f) For a project within the vicinity of a private
airstrip, would the project result in a safety
X
hazard for people residing or working in the
project area?
g) impair implementation of or physically
interfere with an adopted emergency response
I
X
plan or emergency evacuation plan?
h) Expose people or structures to a significant
risk of loss, injury or death involving wildland
X
fires, including where wildlands are adjacent
to urbanized areas or where residences are
intermixed with wildlands?
a -c) No Impact. The proposed Project includes a Sign Code Amendment to establish sign
standards for temporary new business identification signs and electronic reader board signs
within strictly defined urban areas. Adoption of the proposed Amendment will not create a
significant hazard to the public or environment through the routine transport, use, or
disposal of hazardous materials. Nor will it create a significant hazard to the public or
environment through reasonably foreseeable upset and accident conditions involving the
likely release of hazardous materials into the environment. Furthermore, the Project will not
create the potential to emit hazardous emissions or involve the handling of hazardous or
acutely hazardous materials, substances or waste within one quarter mile of an existing or
proposed school.
d) No Impact. Approval of the Project would not impact any sites identified on a list of
hazardous materials sites compiled pursuant to Government Code Section 65962.5. As
previously stated, any subsequent proposal which would be undertaken pursuant to the
amended Municipal Code would be reviewed through the sign permit process and, in the
case of electronic reader board signs, a Conditional Use Permit process.
e,fl No Impact. No public or private airstrips are located within the City of Baldwin Park.
The adoption of the proposed Amendment would not result in a safety hazard for people
residing or working in the project area.
g) No Impact. The Project does not propose, nor require, impairment or interference with an
adopted emergency response plan or emergency evacuation plan.
h) No Impact. No wilderness areas exist within the City, obviating any potential wildfire
hazards. The adoption of the proposed Amendment will not expose people or structures
to a significant risk of loss, injury, or death involving wildland fires, including where
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wildlands are adjacent to urbanized areas or where residences are intermixed with wildland
areas.
IX. HYDROLOGY AND WATER
Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
No
QUALITY
Significant
Impact
with Mitigation
Significant
impact
Impact
Incorporated
Would the project:
a) Violate any water quality standards or
X
waste discharge requirements?
b) Substantially deplete groundwater supplies
or interfere substantially with ground water
recharge such that there would be a net deficit
in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local
groundwater table level (e.g. the production
X
rate of pre - existing nearby :.ells would drop to
a level which would not support existing land
uses or planned uses for which permits have
been ranted)?
c) Substantially alter the existing drainage
pattern of the site or area, including through
X
the alteration of the course of a stream or
river, in a manner which would result in
substantial erosion or siltation on- or off -site?
d) Substantially alter the existing drainage
pattern of a site or an area, including through
the alteration of the course of a stream or
X
river, or substantially increase the rate or
amount of surface runoff in a manner which
would result in flooding on- or off -site?
e) Create or contribute runoff water which
would exceed the capacity of existing or
X
planned stormwater drainage systems or
provide substantial additional sources of
polluted runoff?
f) Otherwise substantially degrade water
X
quality?
g) Place housing within a 100 -year flood
hazard area as mapped on a federal Flood
X
Hazard Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate
Map or other flood hazard delineation map?
h) Place within a 100 -year flood hazard
area structures which would impede or
X
redirect flood flows?
i) Expose people or structures to a
significant risk -of loss, injury or death
_
X
involving flooding, including flooding as a
result of the failure of a levee or dam?
j) Inundation by seiche, tsunami, or
X
mudflow?
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a,q No Impact. Approval of the Project would not violate any water quality standards, nor
would it degrade water quality. As previously stated, the Project involves administrative
changes to the Municipal Code. The area encompassing the City of Baldwin Park is currently
regulated by NPDES permit and Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB)
requirements supporting federal water quality standards and criteria established under the
Clean Water Act (CWA). Requirements and procedures established under these regulations
typically act to mitigate potential water quality impacts of new development. Signage is
not applicable to these regulations.
b -e, g -ij No Impact. The Project does not have the potential to directly affect groundwater
supplies or recharge. The Project consists of an administrative Sign Code Amendment to
establish regulations for temporary new business Identification signs and electronic reader
board signs subject to strict location requirements. The Amendment will not result in any
impacts to gro! [ndwater, water courses, or flood areas Within the City.
j) No Impact. The City is not subject to significant hazards due to seiche, tsunami, or
mudflow.
X. LAND USE AND PLANNING
Potentially
Significant
Less Than
Significant
With Mitigation
Less Than
Significant
No
XI. MINERAL RESOURCES
Significant
with Mitigation
Significant
Impact
Impact
p
Incorporated
Impact
p
Would the project:
a) Physically divide an established
X
community?
X
b) Conflict with any applicable land use
plan, policy, or regulation of an agency with
jurisdiction over the project (including, but
X
not limited to the general plan, specific plan,
local coastal program, or zoning ordinance)
adopted for the purpose of avoiding or
mitigating an environmental effect?
c) Conflict with any applicable habitat
X
conservation plan or natural community
conservation plan?
a -c) No Impact. The proposed Amendment establishes regulations for two additional sign
types in the Municipal Code. If the proposed Amendment is approved, it will become part
of the Municipal Code and therefore would be considered consistent. The Project proposes
no changes to specific land use designations, as such, the potential to divide an
established community or conflict with any land use or conservation plans does not exist.
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Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
No
XI. MINERAL RESOURCES
Significant
with Mitigation
Significant
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
Would the project:
a) Result in the loss of availability of a known
mineral resource that would be of value to the
X
region and the residents of the state?
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a,b) No Impact. The entire City of Baldwin Park has been designated by the State Geologist
as a Mineral Resource Zone 2 (MRZ -2), an area where "adequate information indicates
that significant mineral deposits are present or where it is judged that a high likelihood for
their presence exists." The City of Baldwin Park, as well as its adjacent cities, all contain
aggregate resources, commonly known as gravel. However, because the City is almost
entirely built -out, all such areas containing significant resources are largely developed, and
thus inaccessible. Established urban uses are incompatible with mineral extraction and/or
surface mining activities. The General Plan does not identify or address mineral resources
that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State. In addition, the
administrative nature of the Project precludes any impact in this regard.
Potentially
Less Than
Less Less Than
No
XI. MINERAL RESOURCES
Significant
with Mitigation
Significant
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
b) Result in the loss of availability of a locally -
important mineral resource recovery site
X
delineated on a local general plan, specific
X
plan, or other land use plan?
a,b) No Impact. The entire City of Baldwin Park has been designated by the State Geologist
as a Mineral Resource Zone 2 (MRZ -2), an area where "adequate information indicates
that significant mineral deposits are present or where it is judged that a high likelihood for
their presence exists." The City of Baldwin Park, as well as its adjacent cities, all contain
aggregate resources, commonly known as gravel. However, because the City is almost
entirely built -out, all such areas containing significant resources are largely developed, and
thus inaccessible. Established urban uses are incompatible with mineral extraction and/or
surface mining activities. The General Plan does not identify or address mineral resources
that would be of future value to the region and the residents of the State. In addition, the
administrative nature of the Project precludes any impact in this regard.
a -d) No Impact. The Project is a Sign Code Amendment to establish regulations for two sign
types within developed, business areas of the City. The proposed Amendment does not have
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Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
No
X11. NOISE
Significant
with Mitigation
Significant
Impact
Impact
p
Incorporated
Impact
p
Would the project result in:
a) Exposure of persons to or generation
of noise levels in excess of standards
X
established in the local general plan or noise
ordinance, or applicable standards of other
agencies?
b) Exposure of persons to or generation
of excessive groundborne vibration or
X
roundborne noise levels?
c) A substantial permanent increase in
ambient noise levels in the project vicinity
X
above levels existing without the project?
d) A substantial temporary or periodic
increase in ambient noise levels in the project
X
vicinity above levels existing without the
project?
e) For a project located within an airport land
use plan or, where such a plan has not been
adopted, within two miles of a public airport or
X
public use airport, would the project expose
people residing or working in the project area
-to- excessive noise levels?
f) For a project within the vicinity of a private
airstrip, would the project expose people
X
residing or working in the project area to
excessive noise levels?
a -d) No Impact. The Project is a Sign Code Amendment to establish regulations for two sign
types within developed, business areas of the City. The proposed Amendment does not have
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the potential to directly or indirectly result in noise impacts.
a -c) No Impact. The Project consists of a Sign Code Amendment to establish standards for
temporary new business identification signs and electronic reader board signs confined to the
commercial cores of the City. Construction of new housing or the provision of employment
opportunities are not components of the Project, nor does the Project impact displacement of
any on -site or off -site housing stock. As such, the Project will not directly or indirectly
contribute to population or housing in the area.
Potentially
Less Than
Less Less Than
No
XIII. POPULATION AND HOUSING
Significant
with Mitigation
Significant
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
Would the project:
a) Induce substantial population growth in an
area, either directly (for example, by proposing
new homes and businesses) or indirectly (for
X
example, through extension of roads or other
infrastructure)?
I b) Displace substantial numbers of existing
housing, necessitating the construction of
X
replacement housing elsewhere?
c) Displace substantial numbers of people,
necessitating the construction of replacement
X
housing elsewhere?
X
a -c) No Impact. The Project consists of a Sign Code Amendment to establish standards for
temporary new business identification signs and electronic reader board signs confined to the
commercial cores of the City. Construction of new housing or the provision of employment
opportunities are not components of the Project, nor does the Project impact displacement of
any on -site or off -site housing stock. As such, the Project will not directly or indirectly
contribute to population or housing in the area.
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Potentially
Less Than
Less Less Than
Na
XIV. PUBLIC SERVICES
Significant
with Mitigation
Significant
Impact
Impact
Incorporated
Impact
a) Would the project result in substantial
adverse physical impacts associated with
the provision of new or physically altered
governmental facilities, need for new or
physically altered governmental facilities, the
construction of which could cause significant
environmental impacts, in order to maintain
acceptable service ratios, response times or
other performance objectives for any of the
public services:
Fire protection?
X
Police protection?
X
Schools?
X
Parks?
X
Other public facilities?
X
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a) No Impact. The City of Baldwin Park is generally well- served by existing fire protection,
police protection, and other public services. Because of the administrative nature and
scope of the Project, it does not have the potential to impact public services. The proposed
Sign Code Amendment would not result in any substantive construction activity or expanded
services, nor would it result in additional development in need of public services.
a,b) No Impact. The Project consists of an Amendment to the City's Sign Code and does not
propose elements that would result in increased demands for the construction or expansion
of neighborhood or regional parks or other recreational facilities. As such, the Project will
have no impact.
Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
No
XV. RECREATION
Significant
with Mitigation
Significant
Impact
Impact
p
Incorporated
Impact
p
a) Would the project increase the use of existing
neighborhood and regional parks or other
recreational facilities such that substantial
physical deterioration of the facility would occur
X
or be accelerated?
I
I
b) Does the project include recreational facilities
X
or require the construction or expansion of
X
recreational facilities which might have an
adverse physical effect on the environment?
a,b) No Impact. The Project consists of an Amendment to the City's Sign Code and does not
propose elements that would result in increased demands for the construction or expansion
of neighborhood or regional parks or other recreational facilities. As such, the Project will
have no impact.
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Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
No
XVI. TRANSPORTATION/ TRAFFIC
Significant
with Mitigation
significant
Impact
Impact
p
Incorporated
Impact
p
Would the project:
a) Conflict with an applicable plan, ordnance or
policy establishing measures of effectiveness for
the performance of the circulation system, taking
into account all modes of transportation including
mass transit and non - motorized travel and
X
relevant components of the circulation system,
including but not limited to intersections, streets,
highways and freeways, pedestrian and bicycle
paths, and mass transit?
b) Conflict with an applicable congestion
management program, including, but not limited
to level of service standards and travel demand
X
measures, or other standards established by
the county congestions management agency for
designated roads or highways?
c) Result in a change in air traffic patterns,
including either an increase in traffic levels or a
X
change in location that result in substantial safety
risks?
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a -r/ No impact. Due to the administrative nature of the proposed Project, it does not have the
potential to result in transportation and circulation impacts. The Project consists of a Sign
Code Amendment to establish regulations for temporary new business identification signs
and electronic reader board signs confined to the commercial cores of the City. Future
projects associated with the approval of electronic reader board signs will be assessed,
consistent with the CEQA requirements, on a project- specific basis through the conditional
use permit process. Individual environmental analyses will assess potential impacts in this
regard and provide mitigation measures if applicable and as necessary.
Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
No
XVI. TRANSPORTATION/ TRAFFIC
Significant
With Mitigation
Significant
Impact
SYSTEMS
Impact
incorporated
Impact
Impact
d) Substantially increase hazards due to a
Incorporated
design feature (e.g., sharp curves or dangerous
X
intersections) or incompatible uses (e.g., farm
X
equipment)?
e) Result in inadequate emergency access?
X
f) Conflict with adopted policies plans, or programs
supporting alternative transportation (e.g., bus
X
turnouts, bicycle racks)?
a -r/ No impact. Due to the administrative nature of the proposed Project, it does not have the
potential to result in transportation and circulation impacts. The Project consists of a Sign
Code Amendment to establish regulations for temporary new business identification signs
and electronic reader board signs confined to the commercial cores of the City. Future
projects associated with the approval of electronic reader board signs will be assessed,
consistent with the CEQA requirements, on a project- specific basis through the conditional
use permit process. Individual environmental analyses will assess potential impacts in this
regard and provide mitigation measures if applicable and as necessary.
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XVII. UTILITIES AND SERVICE
Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
No
SYSTEMS
Significant
Impact
p
With Mitigation
Significant
Impact
p
Impact
Incorporated
Would the project:
a) Exceed wastewater treatment requirements
X
of the applicable Regional Water Quality
Control Board?
b) Require or result in the construction of new
water or wastewater treatment facilities or
X
expansion of existing facilities, the construction
of which could cause significant environmental
effects?
c) Require or result in the construction of new
storm water drainage facilities or expansion
X
of existing facilities, the construction of which
could cause significant environmental effects?
d) Have sufficient water supplies available to
serve the project from existing entitlements and
X
resources, or are new or expanded entitlements
needed?
e) Result in a determination by the wastewater
treatment provider which serves or may serve
X
the project that it has adequate capacity to
serve the project's projected demand in addition
to the provider's existing commitments?
f) Be served by a landfill with sufficient
X
permitted capacity to accommodate the
project's solid waste disposal needs?
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XVIi. UTILITIES AND SERVICE
Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
No
SYSTEMS
Significant
Impact
p
with Mitigation
Significant
Impact
p
Impact
Incorporated
g) Comply with federal, state, and local statutes
X
and regulations related to solid waste?
a -g) No Impact. The City of Baldwin Park is generally served by all necessary utilities and
service systems. Due to the administrative nature of the proposed Project, it does not
have the potential to result in impacts to utilities and service systems. The Project consists of
a Sign Code Amendment to establish standards for two commercial sign types in the City.
Signage established under these provisions will have negligible or no impact on utilities and
service systems in the City.
XVIII. MANDATORY FINDINGS OF
Potentially
Less Than
Significant
Less Than
No
SIGNIFICANCE
Significant
Impact
p
with Mitigation
Significant
Impact
p
Impact
Incorporated
a) Does the project have the potential to
degrade the quality of the environment,
substantially reduce the habitat of a fish
or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife
population to drop below self- sustaining
levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal
X
community, reduce the number or restrict the
range of a rare or endangered plant or animal
or eliminate important examples of the major
periods of California history or prehistor ?
b) Does the project have impacts that
are individually limited, but cumulatively
considerable? ( "Cumulatively considerable"
X
means that the incremental effects of a project
are considerable when viewed in connection
with the effects of past projects, the effects
of other current projects, and the effects of
probable future projects.)
c) Does the project have environmental effects
which will cause substantial adverse effects on
X
human beings, either directly or indirectly?
a) No Impact. The Project is a Sign Code Amendment that establishes sign regulations for
temporary new business identification signs and electronic reader board signs strictly located
within certain highly - urbanized commercial areas of the City. The Amendment is an
.administrative act. related specifically to on -site signage. Therefore,..the Project. does not
have the potential to significantly degrade the quality of biological resources,
substantially reduce the habitat of a fish or wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife
population to drop below self - sustaining levels, threaten to eliminate a plant or animal
community, or reduce the number or restrict the range of a rare or endangered plant or
animal.
b) No Impact. As supported by the discussion presented in this Initial Study, the Project is
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determined to have no impact on any considered environmental topics. Potential cumulative
effects of the Project are similarly determined to be of no consequence.
c) No Impact. As supported by the preceding environmental evaluation, the Project will
not result in any substantial adverse effects on human beings. Under each environmental
consideration addressed in this Initial Study, the Project is considered to have no impacts.
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ACTION MINUTES
SA�.GABRIEL
AL,LEY_
PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
JAN'JN
BALDWIN PARK
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Baldwin Park City Hall
14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, California
Council Chamber
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Chai'r' Muse asked that Item #5 on the agenda under Reports of Officers be moved up.
Commissioners concurred.
1) MODIFICATION TO RESOLUTION PC 14-18 (CP-816) CONDITION #2 RELATING TO
THE STORE HOURS OF OPERATION (LOCATION: 3100 BALDWIN PARK
BOULEVARD; APPLICANT: TARGET CORPORATION; CASE NUMBER: CP-816.)"
ACTION: Approved 5-0. Moved by Commissioner Maciel, seconded by
Commissioner Padilla.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1) Minutes from January 28, 2015
ACTION: Approved 5-0. Moved by Commissioner Valenzuela, seconded by
Commissioner Maciel.
David L. Muse, Chair
Ken Woods, Vice Chair
Members Present:
Mario Maciel, Jr., Commissioner
Gilbert Padilla, Commissioner
Joanna Valenzuela, Commissioner
Amy L. Harbin, AICP, City Planner
Staff Present:
Abraham Tellez, Associate Planner
Irving Anaya, Planning Technician
David J_ Olivas, Assistant City Attorney
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Chai'r' Muse asked that Item #5 on the agenda under Reports of Officers be moved up.
Commissioners concurred.
1) MODIFICATION TO RESOLUTION PC 14-18 (CP-816) CONDITION #2 RELATING TO
THE STORE HOURS OF OPERATION (LOCATION: 3100 BALDWIN PARK
BOULEVARD; APPLICANT: TARGET CORPORATION; CASE NUMBER: CP-816.)"
ACTION: Approved 5-0. Moved by Commissioner Maciel, seconded by
Commissioner Padilla.
CONSENT CALENDAR
1) Minutes from January 28, 2015
ACTION: Approved 5-0. Moved by Commissioner Valenzuela, seconded by
Commissioner Maciel.
February 25, 2015
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c) REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR AN AUTO
REPAI •., •
TIN BUSINESS WITHIN A MULTI-TENANT INDUSTRIAL
BUILDING IN THE 1, INDUSTRIAL ZONE, PURSUANT TO TABLE 153.020.050 IN THE
CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE (LOCATION: 5021 CALMVIEW AVENUE, UNIT E;
APPLICANT: RAUL CASTRO; CASE NUMBER: CP-819).
No one spoke during the public hearing.
ACTION.- Approved 5-0. Moved by Commissioner Padilla, seconded by Vice Chair
Woods
3) A REQ1111EST FOR CONSIDERATION OF A CONDITIONAL ; USE PERMIT FOR A
USED AUTOMOBILE SALES BUSINESS WITH A • CCESSRY AUTOMOBILE REPAIR,
INCLUDING BODY WORK WITHIN THEN IC, INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL ZONE
(LOCATION: 14340 ARROW HIGHWAYj_ APPLICANT: VICTORY AUTOJIREND, INC.;
CASE NO.: CP-823).
No one spoke during the public hearing.
ACTION- Approved 5-0. Moved by
noted below, seconded by Vice Chair
"Applicant any all
pplicant L shall obtain and U
obtaining a business license from the
licenses to the Business License Depa
missioner Maciel to include condition (s) as
le State and Federal Licenses prior to
Baldwin Park and provide copies of such
nt."
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public hearing.
Moved by Commissioner Maciel, seconded by Commissioner
1) Planning Division Monthly Report—January, 2015
ACTION: No action taken.
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COMMISSION/STAFF COMMUNICATION
1) Verbal update Vineland Residential Care Facility-3562-3576 Vineland Avenue
ACTION.- No action taken.
2) Update on the proposed Irwindale Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer Station
(Location: 2200 Arrow Highway, Applicant: Athens Services)
ACTION: No action taken.
3) Verbal update on the proposed resumption of mining and subsequent reclamation of the
Olive Pit - -- Bordered by Olive Street, Azusa Canyon, Los Angeles Street and Park Place
ACTION: No action taken.
4) Staff indicated that the Applicant for CP-818 (off -site sale of beer and wine by Chevron)
had appealed the Planning Commission's decision to the City Council. The item will be
heard on March 18, 2014.
ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission adj
Approved as presented/amended by t
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ed the meeting at 7:50 p.m.
ission at their meeting held on
L. Harbin, AICP, Secretary
vin Park Planning Commission
RESOLUTION NO. 2015-051
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE
NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
FOR AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE
ADDING DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR ELECTRONIC
READERBOARD SIGNS AND TEMPORARY SIGNAGE
FOR NEWLY ESTABLISHED BUSINESSES (APPLICANT:
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK; CASE NUMBER: AZC-1 75)
WHEREAS, in October 2014, the City Council held a Study Session
regarding electronic reader board signs and temporary signs for new businesses; and
WHEREAS, as a result of the study session and the information
presented, the City Council directed staff to move forward with an amendment to the
City's Municipal Code relating to electronic reader boards and temporary signage for
new businesses; and
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN
PARK DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
that:
SECTION 1. The City Council does hereby find, determine and declare
A. An Initial Study and Negative Declaration of Environmental
Impact were prepared for the Project in accordance with the provisions of
the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the State CEQA
Guidelines.
B. The Initial Study and Negative Declaration were made
available to the public for review and comment January 21, 2015 to
February 12, 2015 as required by law.
C. A properly noticed public hearing was held by the Planning
Commission of the City of Baldwin Park on February 25, 2015, at which
time evidence was heard on the Initial Study and Negative Declaration. At
the hearing, the Planning Commission fully reviewed and carefully
considered that evidence, no additional comments were received at the
hearing, and the Planning Commission recommended approval of the
negative declaration for the Project.
D. A properly noticed public hearing was held by the City
Council of the City of Baldwin Park on April 1, 2015, at which time
evidence was heard on the Initial Study and Negative Declaration. At the
hearing, the City Council fully reviewed and carefully considered them,
together with any comments received during the public review period.
Resolution 2015-051
Page 2
SECTION 2. The City Council reviewed and considered the Negative Declaration
of Environmental Impact and determined the Project will not have a significant impact on
the environment. The Negative Declaration is therefore hereby approved.
SECTION 3. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this Resolution and
forward a copy hereof to the Secretary of the Planning Commission.
PASSED AND APPROVED this 1st day of April, 2015.
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES SS.
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK I
1, ALEJANDRA AVILA, City Clerk, of the City of Baldwin Park, do hereby certify
that the foregoing Resolution No. 2015-051 was duly and regularly approved and
adopted by the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park at a regular meeting thereof,
held on the 1 st day of April, 2015 by the following vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS.-
NOES.- COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ALEJANDRA AVILA
CITY CLERK
ORDINANCE NO. 1371
AN ORDINANCE OF CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK AMENDING SECTIONS 153.170.060.A AND B
AND 153.170.090, ADDING SECTIONS 153.170.060.0 AND
153.170.090.C, AMENDING TABLE 153.170.080, RELATING TO
ELECTRONIC READERBOARDS AND TEMPORARY SIGNAGE
FOR NEWLY ESTABLISHED BUSINESSES.
WHEREAS, signs located within the City can provide a reliable means of
advertising for a business, they also can be detrimental to the safety, aesthetics and
general welfare of the community without development standards;
WHEREAS, owners of newly established businesses sometimes experience a
hardship given the current temporary sign development standards including type of sign,
size of sign, and duration; and
WHERAS, larger businesses with three (3) or more acres, along major
thoroughfares would desire alternatives to standard static signs to promote their
business within the City of Baldwin Park; and
WHEREAS, the overall intent of proposed amendments is to provide additional
support for existing and newly established businesses and larger businesses and not
circumvent, the intent subchapter 153.170 relating to urban design, vehicular and
pedestrian safety, visual quality, and communication.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park does hereby
ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. The foregoing recitations are hereby adopted by the City Council as
findings. Based on those findings, the City Council determines the public health, safety
and general welfare of the City of Baldwin Park, its residents, property owners, businesses
and visitors can be enhanced by amending the Baldwin Park Municipal Code (BPMC) to
allow electronic readerboard signs with development standards and additional
development standards for temporary signs for newly established businesses; and it is in
the best interest of the community to amend the BPMC accordingly.
SECTION 2. Based on the foregoing findings and determinations, the BPMC
Section 153.170.060.A and B are amended to read as follows:
A. Permitted Temporary Signs. Temporary commercial signs for a
business grand opening or advertising of a special product, sale or event may
be permitted on the site of the business to which the message pertains. The
following types of temporary signs are permitted under such circumstances,
provided they comply with the applicable standards provided in subsection B or
C below:
1. Banners not exceeding 50 square feet per banner, except as provided in
Subsection C below.
2. Inflatable signs not exceeding 50 feet in height.
3. Pennants, with the area on which the pennants are located not
permitted to exceed 15 percent of the square footage of the lot upon
which they are located.
B. Standard for Temporary Signs- Such temporary signs shall comply with the
following standards:
1. Maximum number. A maximum of 1 temporary sign may be displayed
for each business at any given time, except as provided in Subsection C
below.
2. Maximum duration. Each temporary promotional sign may be displayed
for a maximum of 30 consecutive days, except as provided in
Subsection C below. Temporary signs may be displayed up to 4
nonconsecutive times within a 12-month period.
3. Maximum sign area. The combined maximum sign area of all
temporary signs on site shall not exceed 50 square feet, except as
provided in Subsection C below.
4. Location and attachment. Temporary signs shall be attached to the
main building wall or fence and shall not extend above the rooffine or
height of the wall or fence on which they are located, except as
provided in Subsection C below.
5. Balloons. Balloons shall not be used in conjunction with any temporary
sign.
6. Attachment and illumination. Temporary signs shall not be
freestanding (except as provided in Subsection C below) or
illuminated.
7. Safety and maintenance. Temporary signs shall be kept in a safe and
presentable condition.
SECTION 3. Based on the foregoing findings and determinations, the BPIVIC
Section 153.170.090 is amended to read as follows:
MEMO=
Ordinance 1371 - Page 3
In addition to other standards set forth in this subchapter, the following land uses or
sign types are subject to the following regulations:
SECTION 4. Based on the foregoing findings and determinations, the BPMC is
amended to add Section 153.170.090.C, to read as follows:
C. Electronic Readerboard Signs.
1. Sign Defined. An Electronic Readerboard Sign is a sign that
incorporates changeable messages which may be changed by
electronic processes or by remote control.
2. Applicability and Review. Electronic Readerboard Signs are allowed,
subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit and Design Review, for
businesses with a minimum of three (3) acres (for the overall business),
within the C -2, F -C, I -C and I Zones and along a designated truck
route. This sign type may be installed in lieu of, but not in addition to,
freestanding and /or monument signage permitted on -site.
a. Design review shall include review of the following sign elements:
sign style, sign height, sign size, number of other signs on the site,
sign placement and sign materials, subject to the criteria
established in this subsectinn.
3. Orientation. Signs shall not face residentially zoned properties or
residential uses, schools, hospitals, convalescent hospitals and other
sensitive land uses as deemed appropriate through the conditional use
permit process.
4. Message Duration. Messages shall remain static for a minimum of
eight (8) seconds. Message changes shall occur within a minimum of
two (2) seconds and a maximum of five (5) seconds.
5. Activity. Messages on the Electronic Readerboard Sign shall rotate
only during normal business hours or as deemed appropriate through
the conditional use permit process.
6. Contrast. Electronic Readerboard Signs shall be adjusted to maintain
contrast between the sign face and surrounding areas, subject to
review and approval through the conditional use permit process.
7. Illumination. The following provisions apply to the illumination of
Electronic Readerboard Signs:
a. Automatic dimming controls shall be installed, either by photocell
Ordinance 1371 - Page 4
(hardwired) or via software settings, in order to bring the lighting
level down to avoid spillover and light trespass onto abutting or
adjacent properties and to avoid glare at any time of the day.
b. Electronic Readerboard Signs shall be adjusted to minimize the
degree of brightness and glare. Lighting levels should be sensitive
to the environment and react with natural light sources, subject to
review and approval through the conditional use permit process.
C. Sign illumination during nighttime hours may not exceed a
maximum luminance level of 750 cd /m2 or Nits, regardless of the
method of illumination.
d. Electronic Readerboard Signs with external illumination, whether
11 d eI e sign face of panel, JII QII the !1gt111g IJ I I oul e above or bVtl
fully shield all lighting fixtures or luminaries.
SECTION 5. Based on the foregoing findings and determinations, the BPMC
Table 153.070.080 is amended to read as follows:
Table 153.170.080
Sign Regulations by Zone
Maximum
Maximum
Maximum
i i
Zone
Sign Type Number
Sign Area
Height
Notes
R -G and
Monument
1
24 sf
4 ft
R -3
Wall
1
36 sf
4 ft
C
Monument
1 per frontage
32 sf
6 ft
-1
Wall
1 or more
50 sf
4 ft
Monument
1 per frontage
64 sf
12 ft
In lieu of a monument sign,
C-2,
an Electronic Readerboard
F -C,
Sign may be permitted,
I -C,
subject to approval of a
without
Conditional Use Permit and
freeway
Design Review, provided
frontage
the sign complies with the
provisions outlined in
§153.170.90.C.
Wall
1 or more
2 sf of sign area per
6 ft
linear foot of primary
building frontage
Secondary
1 or more
1 sf of sign area per
4 ft
Wall
linear foot of primary
building frontage
Ordinance 1371 -
Table 153.170.080
Sign Regulations by Zone
Maximum
Maximum
Maximum
Zone
Sign Type Number
Sign Area
Height
Notes
Freestanding
1
1 sf of sign area per 1
80 ft
1. A maximum of 1
linear foot of street
freestanding sign is
frontage
permitted for lots with less
than 800 linear feet of
street frontage. One
additional freestanding
sign is permitted for lots
with more than 800 linear
C -2, F-
feet of street frontage. For
C, I -C,
this purpose, a commercial
with
center is considered a
freeway
single lot.
frontage
2. Additional sign face
area for monument signs
may be granted in lieu of
use of freestanding signs,
per criteria established by
the Director of
Community Development.
3. In lieu of a freestanding
sign, an Electronic
Readerboard Sign may be
permitted, subject to
approval of a Conditional
Use Permit and Design
Review, provided the sign
complies with the
provisions outlined in
§153.170.90.C.
Monument
1
40 sf
20 ft
In lieu of a monument sign,
an Electronic Readerboard
I
Sign may be permitted,
subject to approval of a
Conditional Use Permit and
Design Review, provided
the sign complies with the
provisions outlined in
§153.170.90.C.
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Table 153.170.080
Sign Regulations by Zone
Maximum
Maximum
Maximum
Zone
Sign Type Number
Sign Area
Height
Notes
Wall
1 or more
I sf of sign area for
6 ft
each linear foot of
primary building
frontage
SECTION 6. This ordinance shall go into affect and be in full force and operation
from and after thirty (30) days after its final reading and adoption.
PASSED AND APPROVED nKI TWF: r41 of April, 01111 r,
�111 THE 11� _ day %-ji II 4-V Ili
MANUEL LOZANO, MAYOR
ATTEST-
ALEJANDRA AVILA,
CITY CLERK
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ss:
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
1, ALEJANDRA AVILA, City Clerk of the City of Baldwin Park, do hereby certify that
the foregoing ordinance was regularly introduced and placed upon its first reading at a
regular meeting of the City Council on April 1, 2015. Thereafter, said Ordinance No.
1371 was duly approved and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on April
15, 2015 by the following vote:
AYES.- COUNCILMEMBER.-
NOES: COUNCILMEMBER.-
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBER:
SUBJECT: A REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF A PROPOSED
AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S GENERAL PLAN TO ADOPT
A NEW HEALTH AND SUSTAINABILITY ELEMENT AND
ADOPTION OF THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT. (LOCATION: CITYWIDE;
APPLICANT CITY OF BALDWIN PARK; CASE NUMBER:
AGP -117)
SUMMARY
This report requests City Council consideration of an amendment to the General Plan to include a new
Health and Sustainability Element.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff and the Planning Commission recommend that the City Council open the public hearing and
following the public hearing adopt Resolution 2015 -064 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ADOPTING THE NEGATIVE
DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND APPROVING A HEALTH AND
SUSTAINABILITY ELEMENT FOR THE GENERAL PLAN (APPLICANT: CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK; CASE NUMBER: AGP - 117)"
BACKGROUND
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITYACT (U0 A)
In accordance with the provisions of the California Environment Quality Act (CEQA), it has been
determined that the proposed project will not have a significant impact on the environment and a Draft
Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact has been prepared by the Planning Division. A Notice of
Intent inviting public comment on the Initial Study/Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact was
posted at the Los Angeles County Clerk's Office as well as City Hall and the Esther Snyder Community
Center on October 9, 2014 and concluded on November 12, 2014. At the conclusion of the public
review period, no comments were received on the Initial Study. (See Attachment #1.)
NOTICING
Since the properties potentially impacted by the proposed amendment to the General Plan numbers greater
than 1,000, Notices of Public Hearing for the Code Amendment were posted at City Hall, Baldwin Park
Community Center, and Barnes Park on Thursday, March 19, 2015.
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SUBJECT: A REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF A PROPOSED
AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S GENERAL PLAN TO ADOPT
A NEW HEALTH AND SUSTAINABILITY ELEMENT AND
ADOPTION OF THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT. (LOCATION: CITYWIDE;
APPLICANT CITY OF BALDWIN PARK; CASE NUMBER:
AGP -117)
SUMMARY
This report requests City Council consideration of an amendment to the General Plan to include a new
Health and Sustainability Element.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact associated with this item.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff and the Planning Commission recommend that the City Council open the public hearing and
following the public hearing adopt Resolution 2015 -064 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ADOPTING THE NEGATIVE
DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND APPROVING A HEALTH AND
SUSTAINABILITY ELEMENT FOR THE GENERAL PLAN (APPLICANT: CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK; CASE NUMBER: AGP - 117)"
BACKGROUND
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITYACT (U0 A)
In accordance with the provisions of the California Environment Quality Act (CEQA), it has been
determined that the proposed project will not have a significant impact on the environment and a Draft
Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact has been prepared by the Planning Division. A Notice of
Intent inviting public comment on the Initial Study/Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact was
posted at the Los Angeles County Clerk's Office as well as City Hall and the Esther Snyder Community
Center on October 9, 2014 and concluded on November 12, 2014. At the conclusion of the public
review period, no comments were received on the Initial Study. (See Attachment #1.)
NOTICING
Since the properties potentially impacted by the proposed amendment to the General Plan numbers greater
than 1,000, Notices of Public Hearing for the Code Amendment were posted at City Hall, Baldwin Park
Community Center, and Barnes Park on Thursday, March 19, 2015.
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SUSTAINABLE COMMUNITIES PLANNING GRANT
In November of 2012, . the Strategic Growth Council awarded the City a Proposition 84 Sustainable
Communities Planning Grant (SCPG) to adopt a new Health and Sustainability Element to the City's
General Plan. The primary goal of this grant program is to support the development and implementation
of effective and/or innovative local plans that support the State's AB 32 Greenhouse Gas (GHG)
Emission Reductions targets and implement SB 375, which develops a "Sustainable Communities
Strategy" (SCS) that integrates transportation, land -use and housing policies to create a more
environmentally - friendly community.
This grant program implements the vision of the Governor and Legislature to foster the development of
sustainable communities throughout California. It is designed to help local governments meet the
challenges of adopting land use plans and integrating strategies in order to transform communities into
sustainable ones and create long term prosperity.
The primary goal of this grant program is to develop and implement plans that reduce greenhouse gas
emissions and achieve the following objectives:
• improve air and water quality
• promote public health
• promote equity
• increase housing affordability
• increase infill and compact development
• revitalize urban and community centers
• protect natural resources and agricultural lands
• reduce automobile usage and fuel consumption
• improve infrastructure systems
• promote water conservation
• promote energy efficiency and conservation
• strengthen the economy
These objectives are consistent with the State Planning Priorities, as defined by Government Code
65041.1 in addition to Strategic Growth Council objectives.
PAST CITY -WIDE SUSTAINABILITY EFFORTS
Over the past several years, the City has adopted and implemented several plans and programs relating to
sustainability. The proposed Element will function as an umbrella document that will consolidate
sustainability past efforts with new, future efforts. Past actions the City has adopted related to
sustainability include those listed below. The complete listing of past efforts is shown in Table HS -1 on
Page #7 of the Health and Sustainability Element.
• Complete Streets Policy
• Sidewalk retrofits
• Green Building Code Adoption
• Tree City USA Designation
• Park Master Plan
• Healthy Eating Active Communities Initiative
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DISCUSSION
The City proposes to adopt a new General Plan Element, entitled Baldwin Park Health and Sustainability
Element ( "Element "). This Element will be an integral component of the City's General Plan and it will
address future efforts to improve community health and sustainability through land use, mobility, parks
and recreation, and other policy directives. The Element will provide on -going direction to decision -
makers and will help the public understand the framework for improving local environmental conditions
and promoting healthy living practices for current and future residents
What is Sustainability?
Sustainable development is development that meets the needs of the current generation without
compromising the ability of future generations to meet their needs. How to meet this standard varies for
different places, and places of different scales. Across the United States communities, cities, regions, and
states are implementing many different urban sustainability initiatives, many of which recognize that
coliu.iilliilty health, ecological health, Gild cconolilic health rely on each other afid Si3ould be supported
together.
The physical ways in which we organize our cities —our buildings, parks, and transportation corridors —
have significant impacts on our communities' resource efficiency, public health, social networks, and
economic vitality. For example, urbanized areas that are compact and have reliable and accessible transit
options:
• Are energy efficient,
• Keep public infrastructure costs to a minimum.,
• Encourage the development of close -knit, vibrant communities,
• Maximize open space, natural habitat, and recreation opportunities,
• And encourage outdoor activity and public health.
Regardless of development type, resource efficiency initiatives and urban design principles can increase
sustainability and align with local values while having the additional benefit of creating green jobs.
Cities around the country have implemented sustainability practices that are relevant for them. For
example, some cities have planted new trees, noting that landscaping and soil absorb carbon dioxide,
support stormwater infiltration, and provide shade and a comfortable street environment for walking and
other activities. Other cities require that new buildings meet the standards of the U.S. Green Building
Council's Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification; Furthermore, other
cities are retrofitting aging infrastructure systems to consume less energy and reduce greenhouse gas
emissions, converting bus and truck fleets to low - carbon fuels, and retrofitting municipal buildings to
conserve energy.
Community Outreach
In June, July, and August of 2013, the City of Baldwin Park conducted a series of interviews with
community stakeholders and sponsored a booth at the July 25, 2013 Taste of Baldwin Park event. This
community outreach was aimed at identifying community health and sustainability issues that the public
believes should be addressed in the new General Plan Health and Sustainability Element. Participants
were asked to identify the most pressing issues and to share their ideas for programs moving forward.
Representatives from government agencies and nonprofit organizations also described recent and ongoing
initiatives underway that focus on public health and environmental quality. These ideas provided a
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foundation for discussion with City leaders on the breadth of topics to be included in the Health and
Sustainability Element.
Stakeholders interviewed represented the following organizations and businesses:
• Baldwin Park Residents Advisory Committee
• Baldwin Park Unified School District
• Bike SGV
• California Center for Public Health Advocacy
• City of Baldwin Park Public Works Department
• Kaiser Permanente-
• Royal Coaches Towing
• 7/11 on Maine Avenue
• Waste Management
Additionally, approximately 168 individuals visited the Baldwin Park: Growing Healthier, Greener,
Stronger booth at the Taste of Baldwin Park.
Health and Sustainability Advisory Committee
An Advisory Committee was created to assist in developing the foundation of the Element, explore ideas
and help the larger community understand the conditions shaping the goals and policies of the new
Element. This Advisory Committee met approximately 5 times throughout the life of the project and
participated in the following:
• Identified Committee roles and responsibilities; and
• Reviewed summary of the information gathered from initial background research and the
stakeholder interviews; and
• Developed recommended policies and goals of the element; and
• Developed performance measures; and
• Developed Implementation measures; and
• Reviewed preliminary draft and recommend revisions prior to Planning Commission and City
Council consideration.
Health and Sustainability Element Framework
The Baldwin Park Health and Sustainability Element is organized around the framework outlined below.
Within this framework, the City has identified goals, policies, and implementation actions to move the
community toward the City's goal of providing a healthier community and local environment. To look
effectively at statewide best practices for public health and sustainability, Baldwin Park has identified
topics that are of particular importance to the City. These topics are noted below.
Our City:
• Compact and Equitable Development
• Getting Around: Walking, Biking, and Using Transit
• Modern and Green Infrastructure
• Community Safety
■ Building Smart Buildings
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Our Environment:
• Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Compost
• Energy Conservation and Alternative Energy
• Using Water Wisely /Protecting Water Quality /Stormwater Management
• Appreciating and Enhancing the City's Natural Features (including urban forestry programs)
• Contributing to Improved Air Quality
• Addressing Climate Change
• Good Chemistry: Environmentally Friendly Products & Practices
Our Health:
• Parks: Place to Play and Relax
• Move It' Recreation for All Life Stages
• Health Education: It Starts with Our Kids
■ Access to Hc.alUl Foods
■ Eat Local: Community Gardens and Urban Agriculture
■ Addressing Health Care Needs
■ Healthy Buildings
The Element's framework includes eighteen (18) different over - arching goals (both long -term and short-
term) relating to Our City, The Environment and Our Health. Within each of those goals are Policies
which drill down on the stated. Goal, and a series of actions that implement the Policy, hence meeting the
overarching Goal.
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
This item was heard by the Planning Commission at their January 28, 2015 meeting. No one spoke
during the public hearing on the item. Ultimately the Planning Commission voted 5 -0 recommending that
the City Council adopt the Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact and add the new Health and
Sustainability Element to the City's General Plan.
LEGAL REVIEW
This report has been reviewed and approved by the City Attorney as to legal form and content.
ALTERNATIVES
The City Council could select not to approve the addition of the Health and Sustainability Element to the
General Plan. However, since this item was subject to a Proposition 84 grant received by the Strategic
Growth Council, the City may be asked to return the grant funds expended to date.
ATTACHMENTS
#1, Initial Study and Negative Declaration
#2, Health and Sustainability Element
43, Planning Commission Minutes, January 28, 2015
#4, City Council Resolution 2015 -064
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1 Sustainability Element
Lead Agency:
City of Baldwin Park
Planning Division
14403 East Pacific Avenue
Baldwin Park, California 91706
Consultant to the City:
MIG I Hogle- Ireland, Inc.
169 N. Marengo Avenue
Pasadena, California 91101
October 2014
1 Introduction ...................................................................................................................................... ..............................1
1.1 - Purpose of CEQA ....................................................................................................................... ...............................
1
1.2 - Public Comments ........................................................................................................................ ...............................
2
1.3 - Availability of Materials ............................................................................................................... ...............................
3
2 Project Description ......................................................................................................................... ...............................
5
2.1 - Project Title ................................................................................................................................. ...............................
5
2.2 - Lead Agency Name and Address ............................................................................................... ...............................
5
2,3 - Contact Person and Phone Number ...... ......... ...:..:.. ............................... ......... ......... .........................
5
2,4 - Project Location .......................................................................................................................... ...............................
5
2.5 - Project Sponsor's Name and Address ........................................................................................ ...............................
5
2.6 - General Plan Land Use Decignatinn ........................................................................................... ...............................
5
2.7 - Zoning District ............................................................................................................................. ...............................
6
2.8 - Project Description ...................................................................................................................... ...............................
6
2.9 - Surrounding Land Uses .............................................................................................................. ...............................
8
2.10 - Environmental Setting ............................................................................................................... ...............................
8
2.11 -Required Approvals .................................................................................................................. ...............................
9
2.12 - Other Public Agency Whose Approval is Required ................................................................... ...............................
9
3 Determination .............................................................. ............................... .........................Error! Bookmark not defined.
3.1 - Environmental Factors Potentially Affected ........ ............................... ......................... Error! Bookmark not defined.
3.2 - Determination ...................................................... ............................... .........................Error! Bookmark not defined.
4 Evaluation of Environmental impacts ........................................................................................... .............................15
4.1 - Aesthetics ................................................................................................................................. ...............................
15
4.2 - Agriculture and Forest Resources ............................................................................................. ...............................
16
4.3 - Air Quality ................................................................................................................................. ...............................
18
4.4 - Biological Resources ................................................................................................................ ...............................
21
4.5 - Cultural Resources ................................................................................................................... ...............................
23
4.6 - Geology and Soils ..................................................................................................................... ...............................
25
4.7 - Greenhouse Gas Emissions... ...................... ................................................................................ .........................
28
4.8 - Hazards and Hazardous Materials ............................................................................................ ...............................
32
4.9 - Hydrology and Water Quality .................................................................................................... ...............................
34
4.10 - Land Use and Planning ........................................................................................................... ...............................
38
4.11 - Mineral Resources .................................................................................................................. ...............................
39
4.12 - Noise ..................................................................................................................................... .............._................
40
4.13 - Population and Housing .......................................................................................................... ...............................
45
4.14 - Public Services ....................................................................................................................... ...............................
46
4.15 - Recreation ............................................................................................................................... ...............................
48
4.16 - Transportation and Traffic ....................................................................................................... ...............................
50
4.17 - Utilities and Service Systems .................................................................................................. ...............................
53
4.18 - Mandatory Findings of Significance ........................................................................................ ...............................
56
5 References ..................................................................................................................................... ...............................
57
5.1 - List of Preparers ........................................................................................................................ ...............................
57
5.2 - Persons and Organizations Consulted ...................................................................................... ...............................
57
Table1 Land Use Designation ............................................................................................................. ............................... 6
Table 2 Health and Sustainability Element Framework ....................................................................... ............................... 7
Table 3 Health and Sustainability Performance Measures .................................................................. ............................... 7
Table4 Human Reaction to Vibration ................................................................................................ ............................... 41
Table 5 City of Baldwin Park Noise Ordinance Standards ................................................................. ............................... 42
Table 6 Common Construction Vibration ........................................................................................... ............................... 43
LIST OF EXHIBITS
Exhibit 1 Regional and Vicinity Map.......
The City of Baldwin Park (Lead Agency) proposes to adopt and implement a new element in the City's General Plan: the
Baldwin Park Health and Sustainability Element. The Health and Sustainability Element is an integral component of the
General Plan, as it addresses future efforts to improve community health and sustainability. The goals, policies, and
actions contained in the Health and Sustainability Element will provide ongoing direction to decision - makers in the
annual budget process and will help the public understand the framework for improving local environmental conditions
and promoting healthy living practices for current and future residents. The approval of the new Health and Sustainability
Element constitute a project that is subject to review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) 1970 (Public
Resources Code, Section 21000 et seq.), and the State CEQA Guidelines (California Code of Regulations, Section
15000 et. seq,).
This initial Study has been prepared to assess the short -term, long -term, and cumulative environmental impacts that
could result from the proposed residential subdivision.
This report has been prepared to comply with Section 15063 of the State CEQA Guidelines, which sets forth the required
contents of an Initial Study. These include:
• A description of the project, including the location of the project (See Section 2);
• Identification of the environmental setting (See Section 2.10);
• Identification of environmental effects by use of a checklist, matrix, or other methods, provided that entries on
the checklist or other form are briefly explained to indicate that there is some evidence to support the entries
(See Section 4);
• Discussion of ways to mitigate significant effects identified, if any (See Section 4);
• Examination of whether the project is compatible with existing zoning, plans, and other applicable land use
controls (See Section 4.10); and
• The name(s) of the person(s) who prepared or participated in the preparation of the Initial Study (See Section
5).
1.1 — PURPOSE OF CEQA
The body of state law known as CEQA was originally enacted in 1970 and has been amended a number of times since
then. The legislative intent of these regulations is established in Section 21000 of the California Public Resources Code,
as follows:
The Legislature finds and declares as follows:
a) The maintenance of a quality environment for the people of this state now and in the future is a matter of statewide
concern.
b) It is necessary to provide a high - quality environment that at all times is healthful and pleasing to the senses and
intellect of man.
c) There is a need to understand the relationship between the maintenance of high - quality ecological systems and the
general welfare of the people of the state, including their enjoyment of the natural resources of the state.
d) The capacity of the environment is limited, and it is the intent of the Legislature that the government of the State
takes immediate steps to identify any critical thresholds for the health and safety of the people of the state and take
all coordinated actions necessary to prevent such thresholds being reached.
e) Every citizen has a responsibility to contribute to the preservation and enhancement of the environment.
f) The interrelationship of policies and practices in the management of natural resources and waste disposal requires
systematic and concerted efforts by public and private interests to enhance environmental quality and to control
environmental pollution.
g) It is the intent of the Legislature that all agencies of the state government which regulate activities of private
individuals, corporations, and public agencies which are found to affect the quality of the environment, shall
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regulate such activities so that major consideration is given to preventing environmental damage, while providing a
decent home and satisfying living environment for every Californian.
The Legislature further finds and declares that it is the policy of the State to:
h) Develop and maintain a high - quality environment now and in the future, and take all action necessary to protect,
rehabilitate, and enhance the environmental quality of the state.
i) Take all action necessary to provide the people of this state with clean air and water, enjoyment of aesthetic,
natural, scenic, and historic environmental qualities, and freedom from excessive noise.
j) Prevent the elimination of fish or wildlife species due to man's activities, ensure that fish and wildlife populations do
not drop below self - perpetuating levels, and preserve for future generations representations of all plant and animal
communities and examples of the major periods of California history.
k) Ensure that the long -term protection of the environment, consistent with the provision of a decent home and
suitable living environment for every Californian, shall be the guiding criterion in public decisions.
1) Create and maintain conditions under which man and nature can exist In productive harmony to fulfill the social and
economic requirements of present and future generations.
m,) Require governmental agencies at all levels to develop standards and procedures necessary to protect
environmental quality.
n) Require governmental agencies at all levels to consider qualitative factors as well as economic and technical
factors and long -term benefits and costs, in addition to short -term benefits and costs and to consider alternatives to
proposed actions affecting the environment.
A concise statement of legislative policy, with respect to public agency consideration of projects for some form of
approval, is found in Section 21002 of the Public Resources Code, quoted below:
The Legislature finds and declares that it is the policy of the state that public agencies should not approve projects as
proposed if there are feasible alternatives or feasible mitigation measures available which would substantially lessen
the significant environmental effects of such projects, and that the procedures required by this division are intended
to assist public agencies in systematically identifying both the significant effects of proposed projects and the feasible
alternatives or feasible mitigation measures which will avoid or substantially lessen such significant effects. The
Legislature further finds and declares that in the event specific economic, social, or other conditions make infeasible
such project alternatives or such mitigation measures, individual projects may be approved in spite of one or more
significant effects thereof.
1.2 — PUBLIC COMMENTS
Comments from all agencies and individuals are invited regarding the information contained in this Initial Study. Such
comments should explain any perceived deficiencies in the assessment of impacts, identify the information that is
purportedly lacking in the Initial Study or indicate where the information may be found. All comments on the Initial Study
are to be submitted to:
Amy Harbin, AICP
City Planner
City of Baldwin Park, Planning Department
14403 East Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, CA 91706
626.960.4011 ext. 475
aharbin @baldwinpark.com
Following a 30 -day period of circulation and review of the Initial Study, all comments will be considered by the City of
Baldwin Park prior to adoption.
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?.3— AVAILABILITY 0FMATERIALS
All materials related to the preparation of this Initial Study are available for public review. To request an appointment to
review these materials, please contact:
Amy Harbin, A|CP
City Planner
City Of Baldwin Park, Planning Department
14403 East Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, CAS17U0
G2O.9OO.4011 ext. 475
aharbin@baidwinpark.com
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2.2 — LEAD AGENCY NAME AND ADDRESS
City Baldwin Park
14403 East Pacific Avenue
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Amy Harbin, AICP
City Planner
626.960,4011 ext. 475
aharbin @baldwinpark.com
2.4 — PROJECT LOCATION
The City of Baldwin Park Health and Sustainability Element applies to all zoning districts and land use designations in
the General Plan within the municipal boundaries of the City of Baldwin Park. The City of Baldwin Park is located in the
County of Los Angeles and is bounded by the cities of Irwindale to the north, West Covina to the southeast,
unincorporated Los Angeles County land and the Industry to the south, and El Monte to the west. The San Bernardino
Freeway (Interstate 10) on the south side of the City and the San Gabriel River Freeway (Interstate 60511 to the east
provide regional access. The planning area encompasses approximately 4,337 acres. Exhibit 1 (Regional and Vicinity
Map) illustrates the City's location within Los Angeles County and its local context.
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City of Baldwin Park
Community Development Department
14403 East Pacific Avenue
Baldwin Park, California 91706
2.6 — GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION
All existing land use designations listed in the City of Baldwin Park General Plan are subject to implementation of the
Health and Sustainability Element. Land use designations densities (Table 1, Land Use Designations) and descriptions
are listed below:
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Table 1
Land Use Designation
Land Use Designation
Maximum Permitted
Density or Intensity (dulac
or FAR)
Average Density or Intensity
(DU per net acre or FAR)
Single-Family Residential
0 to 8.7 du /ac
7.8 du /ac
Garden Multi-Family
8.8 to 12 du /ac
10.8 du /ac
Multi-Family Residential
12.1 to 20 du /ac
18 du /ac
Neighborhood Commercial
0.60 FAR
0.30 FAR
General Commercial
2.00 FAR
0.25 FAR
Mixed Use Commercial
1.50 FAR
0.35 FAR
Mixed Use Residential
30 du /ac
30 du /ac
Commercial - Industrial
1.00 FAR
0.30 FAR
General Industrial
- 0.75 FAR-
- -0.45 FAR -- - -
Public Facility
1.00 'a'
0.20 a
Parks
b
N/A
Streets and other Right-of-way
N/A
N/A
Note: (a) Flood control and other rights -of -way are excluded from these development intensity standards.
(b) Due to the open space nature of this use, no development has been assigned.
Source: Baldwin Park 2020 General Plan, Land Use Element
2.7 — ZONING DISTRICT
All existing zone districts are subject to implementation of the Health and Sustainability Element.
The City of Baldwin Park (Lead Agency) proposes to adopt and implement the Baldwin Park Health and Sustainability
Element. The Health and Sustainabilify Element is an integral component of the City's General Plan as if addresses
future efforts to improve community health and Sustainability through land use, mobility, parks and recreation, and other
policy directives. The Element will provide ongoing direction to decision - makers in the annual budget process and will
help the public understand the framework for improving local environmental conditions and promoting healthy living
practices for current and future residents.
The Baldwin Park Health and Sustainability Element is organized around the framework outlined below. Within this
framework (Table 2, Health and Sustainability Element Framework), Baldwin Park has identified goals, policies, and
implementation actions to move the community toward the City's goal of providing a healthier community and local
environment, The City will annually review the performance measures (Table 3, Health and Sustainability Performance
Measures) to track progress towards increasing environmental sustainability, economic prosperity, and health outcomes
across the City.
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Table 2
Health and Sustainability Element Framework
city
Environment
Health
Compact and Equitable
- Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and
- Parks: Places to Play and Relax
Development
Compost
- Move It! Recreation for All Life
Getting Around: Walking, Biking and
- Energy Conservation and Alternative
Stages
Using Transit
Energy
- Health Education: It Starts with the
Modern and Green Infrastructure
- Being Water Wise
Kids
Community Safety
- Appreciating and Enhancing the
- Access to Healthy Foods
Decrease by five percent
City's Natural Features
- Eat Local: Community Gardens and
- Contributing to Improved Air Quality
Urban Agriculture
- Addressing Climate Change
- Addressing Health Care Needs
- Good Chemistry: Environmentally
- Health Buildings and Place
Friendly Products
Source: Health and Sustainability Element.
Table 3
Health and Sustainability Performance Measures
Draft Performance Measures
Annual Goal
Miles of on- street bikeways defined by streets with clearly marked or signed
bicycle accommodation
Increase by one mile
Miles of streets with pedestrian accommodation
Increase by one mile
Number of missing or non - compliant curb ramps along streets that are repaired
10
Number of street trees planted
20
New street projects that are multi-modal
All (as consistent with master plan)
Number and severity of pedestrian- vehicle and bicycle - vehicle crashes
Decrease by 10 percent
Number of pedestrian - vehicle and bicycle - vehicle fatalities
Zero
Baldwin Park Unified School District students physical activity levels (Fitnessgram
data)
Increase by 10 percent
Sales tax revenue
Increase by two percent
CalEnvironScan pollution rankings
Decrease by five percent
Chronic disease
Decrease by five percent
Source: Health and Sustainability Element
The following are the goals contained in the draft Health and Sustainability Element.
Goal HS -1, Create a Healthy and Sustainable Baldwin Park.
Goal HS -2. Provide for compact, walkable neighborhoods and business districts both within and beyond
Downtown.
Goal HS -3. Create an attractive, safe, efficient network of pedestrian, bicycling, and transit routes.
Goal HS -4. Increase the efficiency and sustainability of public and private infrastructure in Baldwin Park.
Goal HS -5. Design the physical environment in Baldwin Park to positively influence human behavior, reduce
crime, and increase people on the streets.
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Goal HS -6. Increase composting, recycling, and source reduction citywide to meet or exceed the mandates of
AB 939.
Goal HS -7. Reduce greenhouse gas emissions citywide by reducing energy use and reliance on fossil fuels.
Goal HS -8. Achieve a high level of water conservation, and continue to improve the quality of local
groundwater.
Goal HS -9. Protect and enhance natural features in Baldwin Park to beautify the City, take advantage of
ecological services, and build a community connection to the larger ecosystem.
Goal HS -10. Improve indoor and outdoor air quality,
Goal HS -11. Bea local leader in reducing greenhouse gas emissions and managing climate change.
Goal HS -12. improve health and decrease pollution by using environmentally friendly products and practices.
Goal HS -13. Provide residents of all ages with a range of safe and accessible opportunities for recreation and
physical activities.
Goal HS -14. Provide opportunities for all residents to improve their physical health and well- being, particularly
the most vulnerable populations.
Goal HS -15. Ensure a high degree of targeted health education among Baldwin Park youth to support active
lifestyles, nutrition, and preventative health measures.
Goal HS -16. Ensure availability and convenient access to healthy and affordable foods for all residents.
Goal HS -17. Provide for a local food system that bolsters the economy, supports local agriculture, promotes
healthy lifestyles, educates the community, and connects Baldwin Park residents to local food
sources.
Goal HS -18. Baldwin Park will have land use and development patterns and recreational programs that
encourage healthy, active living for all ages.
Goal HS -19. Demonstrate Baldwin Park's commitment to sustainability through progressive use of green
building policies, practices, and technologies.
The project encompasses the entire City of Baldwin Park. The City of Baldwin Park is located in the County of Los
Angeles and is bounded by the cities of Irwindale to the north, West Covina to the southeast, unincorporated Los
Angeles County land and the Industry to the south, and El Monte to the west.
2.10 — ENVIRONMENTAL SETTING
Baldwin Park is located in the San Gabriel Valley, approximately 15 miles east of downtown Los Angeles. The San
Gabriel Foothills and Los Angeles National Forest lie in the distance to the north, with the Los Angeles Basin to the east,
south, and west. The City is traversed by two interstate freeways: 1 -10 to the south and the 1 -605 to the west. Baldwin
Park is highly urbanized and built out, with a suburban character. Cities surrounding Baldwin Park are also fully
development and with similar character.
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The City Council must approve a General Plan Amendment to incorporate the Health and Gustain8bUdvElement into the
General Plan.
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3.1- ENVIRONMENTAL FACTORS POTENTIALLY AFFECTED
The environmental factors checked below would bo potentially affected bv this project, inwolvingat|eastoneimpactthat
is a 'Potentially Significant Impact' as indicated by the checklist on the following pages.
1 Aesthetics
Biological Resources
Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Land Use / Planning
1 Population / Housing
3.2-DETERMINATION
Z I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE
DECLARATION will be prepared,
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a
F-1 significant effect in this case because revisions in the project have been made by or agreed to by the project
proponent. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT is required.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a 'potentially significant impact' or 'potentially significant unless
mitigated' impact on the environment, but at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier
document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based
on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets. An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required,
but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, because all
potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR or NEGATIVE
F-1 DECLARATION pursuant to applicable standards, and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that
earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon
the proposed project, nothing further is required,
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Agriculture Resources
F-1 Air Quality
Cultural Resources
Geology /Soils
F-1
Hazards & Hazardous Materials
Hydrology Water Quality
F
Mineral Resources
El Noise
F
Public S ervices
Recreation
L—I
Utilities Service Systems
Sianificance
Z I find that the proposed project COULD NOT have a significant effect on the environment, and a NEGATIVE
DECLARATION will be prepared,
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, there will not be a
F-1 significant effect in this case because revisions in the project have been made by or agreed to by the project
proponent. A MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARATION will be prepared.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a significant effect on the environment, and an ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT REPORT is required.
I find that the proposed project MAY have a 'potentially significant impact' or 'potentially significant unless
mitigated' impact on the environment, but at least one effect 1) has been adequately analyzed in an earlier
document pursuant to applicable legal standards, and 2) has been addressed by mitigation measures based
on the earlier analysis as described on attached sheets. An ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT is required,
but it must analyze only the effects that remain to be addressed.
I find that although the proposed project could have a significant effect on the environment, because all
potentially significant effects (a) have been analyzed adequately in an earlier EIR or NEGATIVE
F-1 DECLARATION pursuant to applicable standards, and (b) have been avoided or mitigated pursuant to that
earlier EIR or NEGATIVE DECLARATION, including revisions or mitigation measures that are imposed upon
the proposed project, nothing further is required,
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A) No Impact. A scenic vista is defined by a generally uninterrupted view of the horizon, creating an aesthetic
viewpoint. Scenic vistas can be impacted by development in two ways. First, a structure may be constructed that
blocks a vista. Second, the vista itself may be altered (i.e., development on a scenic hillside). There are no scenic
vistas visible from anywhere in Baldwin Park. Therefore, implementation of the Health and Sustainability Element
could not affect or otherwise directly disturb a scenic vista.' No impact would occur,
B) No Impact. No State or County designated scenic highways exist in Baldwin Park; therefore scenic resources as
seen from such highways would not be impacted. Because the City is largely built out, the visual character of the
City is suburbanized; therefore scenic resources such as rock outcropping or distinctive trees will not be impacted.
The General Plan has identified several structures and buildings as locally significant throughout the City. The
project does not include any development activity. Thus, no impact will result.
C) No Impact. The project does not involve any development activity, Any improvements associated with Health and
Sustainability Element policies will be limited to planting of trees, upgrade of park facilities, and installation of low -
impact development (LID) infrastructure. The "greening" of the City will have a positive impact on community visual
character. No adverse impact will result.
D) Less Than Significant Impact. The project does not involve any development activity. Goal HS -5 promotes
physical design to reduce crime and increase the number of people on streets. Policy 5.01 encourages the use of
appropriate lighting to create safe environments. These goals and policies may result in small amounts of lighting
added to public areas to influence human behavior. However, any lighting installed as a result of this goal is
anticipated to be minimal and would be in compliance with City of Baldwin Park lighting standards. Therefore, this
impact will be less than significant.
7 California Department of Transportation. California Scenic Highway Mapping System. Los Angeles County.
www. dot. ca. gov /hq /LandArch /scenic _highways /index.htm [August 25, 2014]
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EVALUATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACTS
4.1 —AESTHETICS
Would the project:
Potentially
Less Than
Significant with
Less Than
No
Significant
Mitigation
Significant
Impact
Impact
Incorporation
Impact
A)
Have a substantial adverse effect on a
❑
❑
scenic vista?
B)
Substantially damage scenic resources,
including, but not limited to, trees, rock
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❑
outcroppings, and historic buildings
within view from a state scenic highway?
C)
Substantially degrade the existing visual f
character or quality of the site and its
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surroundings?
D)
Create a new source of substantial light
or glare which would adversely affect
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❑
Z
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day or nighttime views in the area?
A) No Impact. A scenic vista is defined by a generally uninterrupted view of the horizon, creating an aesthetic
viewpoint. Scenic vistas can be impacted by development in two ways. First, a structure may be constructed that
blocks a vista. Second, the vista itself may be altered (i.e., development on a scenic hillside). There are no scenic
vistas visible from anywhere in Baldwin Park. Therefore, implementation of the Health and Sustainability Element
could not affect or otherwise directly disturb a scenic vista.' No impact would occur,
B) No Impact. No State or County designated scenic highways exist in Baldwin Park; therefore scenic resources as
seen from such highways would not be impacted. Because the City is largely built out, the visual character of the
City is suburbanized; therefore scenic resources such as rock outcropping or distinctive trees will not be impacted.
The General Plan has identified several structures and buildings as locally significant throughout the City. The
project does not include any development activity. Thus, no impact will result.
C) No Impact. The project does not involve any development activity, Any improvements associated with Health and
Sustainability Element policies will be limited to planting of trees, upgrade of park facilities, and installation of low -
impact development (LID) infrastructure. The "greening" of the City will have a positive impact on community visual
character. No adverse impact will result.
D) Less Than Significant Impact. The project does not involve any development activity. Goal HS -5 promotes
physical design to reduce crime and increase the number of people on streets. Policy 5.01 encourages the use of
appropriate lighting to create safe environments. These goals and policies may result in small amounts of lighting
added to public areas to influence human behavior. However, any lighting installed as a result of this goal is
anticipated to be minimal and would be in compliance with City of Baldwin Park lighting standards. Therefore, this
impact will be less than significant.
7 California Department of Transportation. California Scenic Highway Mapping System. Los Angeles County.
www. dot. ca. gov /hq /LandArch /scenic _highways /index.htm [August 25, 2014]
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4.2 — AGRICULTURE AND FOREST RESOURCES
In determining whether impacts to agricultural resources are significant environmental effects, lead agencies may refer
to the California Agricultural Land Evaluation and Site Assessment Model (1997) prepared by the California Dept. of
Conservation as an optional model to use in assessing impacts on agriculture and farmland. In determining whether
impacts to forest resources, including timberland, are significant environmental effects, lead agencies may refer to
information compiled by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection regarding the state's inventory of
forest land, including the Forest and Range Assessment Project and the Forest Legacy Assessment project; and forest
carbon measurement methodology provided in Forest Protocols adopted by the California Air Resources Board. Would
the project:
A) No Impact. Baldwin Park does not contain any land designated as Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or
Farmland of Statewide Importance according to the California Department of Conservation, Division of Land
Resource Protection. No impact will occur.2
B) No Impact. Baldwin Park allows for agricultural and horticultural cultivation within the Open Space Zone. Baldwin
Park does not contain any existing land under Williamson Act contracts. The proposed Health and Sustainability
Element encourages healthy lifestyles by identifying areas for community gardens and processes for implementing
community gardens. These policies would provide the opportunity to local residents to grow produce. Action HS-
17.6 of Goal HS -17 states that revisions to the zoning standards will be made to permit small -scale agriculture for
2 California Department of Conservation. Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program. Los Angeles County Important Farmland 2010.
ftp: / /ftp.consrv.ca.gov/ pub /dlrp /FMMP /pdf /2010 /los10.pdf [August 26, 2014]
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Potentially
Less Than
Less Than
No
Significant
Significant with
Significant
Impact
Impact
Mitigation
Impact
Incorporation
A) Convert Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or
Farmland of Statewide Importance (Farmland),
as shown on the maps prepared pursuant to the
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Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program of
the California Resources Agency, to non-
agricultural use?
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B) Conflict with existing zoning for agricultural use,
❑ ❑
❑
❑
or a Williamson Act contract?
C) Conflict with existing zoning for, or cause
rezoning of, forest land (as defined in Public
Resources Code section 12220(g)), timberland
(as defined by Public Resources Code section
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❑
I ❑ C
45'26' ), or timberland zoned Timberland
Production (as defined by Government Code
l
section 51104 (g))?
D) Result in loss of forest land or conversion of
❑
❑
❑
forest land to non - forest use?
{
E
E) Involve other changes in the existing
environment which, due to their location or
nature, could result in conversion of Farmland to I
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❑
❑
non - agricultural use or conversion of forest land
to non - forest use?
c
A) No Impact. Baldwin Park does not contain any land designated as Prime Farmland, Unique Farmland, or
Farmland of Statewide Importance according to the California Department of Conservation, Division of Land
Resource Protection. No impact will occur.2
B) No Impact. Baldwin Park allows for agricultural and horticultural cultivation within the Open Space Zone. Baldwin
Park does not contain any existing land under Williamson Act contracts. The proposed Health and Sustainability
Element encourages healthy lifestyles by identifying areas for community gardens and processes for implementing
community gardens. These policies would provide the opportunity to local residents to grow produce. Action HS-
17.6 of Goal HS -17 states that revisions to the zoning standards will be made to permit small -scale agriculture for
2 California Department of Conservation. Farmland Mapping and Monitoring Program. Los Angeles County Important Farmland 2010.
ftp: / /ftp.consrv.ca.gov/ pub /dlrp /FMMP /pdf /2010 /los10.pdf [August 26, 2014]
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private properties, including front -yard food gardens. These policies would not conflict with any existing agricultural
zoning and will not conflict with a Williamson Act contract. No impact will occur.3
Goal HS -17 Provide for a local food system that bolsters the economy, supports local agriculture,
promotes healthy lifestyles, educates the community, and connects Baldwin Park
residents to local food sources.
Action HS -17.6 Revise zoning standards to permit small -scale agriculture on private properties, including
front -yard food gardens.
C) No Impact. Baldwin Park does not contain any land designated or zoned as forest land (as defined in Public
Resources Code section 12220(8)), timberland (as defined by Public Resources Code section 4526), or timberland
zoned Timberland Production (as defined by Government Code section 51104 (g)). No impact will occur.
D) No impact. Due to the urban character of Baldwin Park, there is no forest land. Therefore, there will be no loss of
forest land or conversion of forest land as a result of implementation of the proposed Health and Sustainability
Element.
E) No Impact. There are no agricultural operations or forest land within the City. No impact related to the conversion
of agricultural or forest lands will occur.
3 California Department of Conservation. Agricultural Preserves 2004: Williamson Act Parcels, Los Angeles County, California.
tp: / /ftp,consrv.ca.gov /pub /dIrp /wa /LA 11 12 WA.pdf [August 26, 2014]
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4.3 — AIR QUALITY
Where available, the significance criteria established by the applicable air quality management o
or air pollution c
control
district may be relied upon to make the following determinations. Would the project:
Potentially L
Less Than L
Less Than N
No
Significant S
Significant with S
Significant I
Impact
Impact M
Mitigation I
Impact
Incorporation
A) Conflict with or obstruct implementation of E
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the applicable air quality plan?
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B) Violate any air quality standard or contribute j �
substantially to an existing or projected air ❑
❑ ❑
❑ ❑
❑
quality violation?
C) result in a cumulatively considerable net
increase of any criteria pollutant for which
the orojecf region is non-attainment under
an applicable federal or state ambient air ❑
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❑ ❑
❑
quality standard (including releasing
emissions which exceed quantitative
thresholds for ozone precursors)?
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A) No Impact. The City of Baldwin Park is located within the South Coast Air Basin (basin) under the jurisdiction of
the South Coast Air Quality Management District ( SCAQMD). SCAQMD and the Southern California Association of
Governments (SCAG) are responsible for formulating and implementing the Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP)
for the basin. The AQMP is a series of plans adopted for the purpose of reaching short- and long -term goals for
those pollutants the basin is designated as a "nonattainment" area because it does not meet federal and /or State
Ambient Air Quality Standards (AAQS). To determine consistency between the project and the AQMP, the project
must comply with all applicable SCAQMD rules and regulations, comply with all proposed or adopted control
measures, and be consistent with the growth forecasts utilized in preparation of the Plan.
A significant impact could occur if the proposed project conflicts with or obstructs implementation of the South
Coast Air Basin 2012 AQMP. Conflicts and obstructions that hinder implementation of the AQMP can delay efforts
to meet attainment deadlines for criteria pollutants and maintaining existing compliance with applicable air quality
standards. Pursuant to the methodology provided in Chapter 12 of the 1993 SCAQMD CEQA Air Quality
Handbook, consistency with the South Coast Air Basin 2012 AQMP is affirmed when a project: 1) does not
increase the frequency or severity of an air quality standards violation or cause a new violation and 2) is consistent
with the growth assumptions in the AQMP. Consistency review is presented below.
The project does not involve any development activity. Thus, no impacts will result from Health and
Sustainability Element adoption and implementation.
2, The CEQA Air Quality Handbook indicates that consistency with AQMP growth assumptions must be
analyzed for new or amended General Plan elements, Specific Plans, and "significant projects." Significant
projects include airports, electrical generating facilities, petroleum and gas refineries, designation of oil drilling
districts, water ports, solid waste disposal sites, and off -shore drilling facilities. The project consists of a
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General Plan amendment to adopt the proposed Health and Sustainability Element; therefore consistency
analysis is required.
The Health and Sustainability Element identifies programs and strategies to encourage compact development within
Downtown, create more pedestrian friendly, bicycle friendly, and less auto centric streets, and promote activities and
opportunities for a healthier lifestyle for the local community, including the use of multi -modal and alternative
transportation methods. The Health and Sustainability Element builds upon planning initiatives started by the City in
2002 with adoption of the new General Plan. This proposed Element was crafted to take goals from the Land Use
and Urban Design Element, Circulation Element, Open Space and Conservation Element, and Air Quality Elements
further and identified concrete implementation actions to achieve the goals set forth in the Health and Sustainability
Element. Thus, this project is in compliance with the goals and initiatives contained in the Baldwin Park 2020
General Plan.
SCAG provides population projection estimates in five -year increments from 2005 to 2035. According to the latest
growth forecast (2012), SCAG estimates that the City will have a population of 82,200 and the County will have a
population of 11,353,000 in 2035.4 SCAG growth projections are utilized as the basis for both the Regional
T ransportation Plan (R T P) and the AQMP. Build -out of the General Plan will accommodate a population of 85,291
persons in 2020, slightly higher than projected by SCAG, and thus provides sufficient residential land uses to
accommodate growth projections for the City. The project indicates that there will be efforts in revitalizing the
Downtown area which will result in a higher- intensity of residential and commercial uses in the area but the project
does not involve any development activity or uses that would increase the number of vehicle trips or miles traveled
in the City. The proposed project will not conflict with the AQMP; therefore no impacts will occur.
B) No Impact. Because the proposed Health and Sustainability Element does not authorize any development project
or land altering activity that will involve construction of new or redevelopment projects, it will not result in any direct
emissions that could contribute to an existing or potential violation of an air quality standard. The Health and
Sustainability Element will have no effect on rules and procedures governing assessment or control of air pollutant
emissions.
The proposed Health and Sustainability Element will not directly result in construction of any development or
infrastructure; however, future development as foreseen in the General Plan will be supported by the policies of the
Health and Sustainability Element. This development will result in short -term criteria pollutant emissions. Short-term
criteria pollutant emissions will occur during site preparation, grading, building construction, paving, and painting
activities associated with new development. Emissions will occur from use of equipment, worker, vendor, and
hauling trips, and disturbance of onsite soils (fugitive dust).
However, the proposed Health and Sustainability Element does not propose any land use changes that were not
foreseen in the General Plan; therefore, this development has been analyzed and accounted for in the General
Plan. Additionally, pursuant to CEQA, short-term, project- specific construction - related emissions will be analyzed
for consistency with the General Plan analysis on a project -level basis as development proposals are submitted.
Mitigation will be applied, where necessary. Such mitigation typically includes requirements for use of low -VOC
paints, installation of diesel particulate filters on older construction equipment, and limitations on hauling distances
and /or daily trips.
Any future proposed development project will also be subject to SCAQMD's rules and regulations. The Baldwin
Park General Plan Air Quality Element includes goals and policies that encourage mixed -use development and
pedestrian- oriented design to reduce pollutant emissions. With application of SCAQMD rules and General Plan Air
Quality goals and policies, no new or more significant impacts relative to air quality standards will result from
implementation of the Health and Sustainability Element beyond those analyzed in the General Plan EIR. The
4 Southern California Association of Governments. Adopted Growth Forecast. tqpL//www.scag.ca._gov/forecastTindex.htm [August 26, 20141
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proposed Health and Sustainability Element is consistent with the AQMP (see Section 4.3.a) and future
development projects supported by the Health and Sustainability Element will be subject to environmental review to
ensure that daily criteria pollutant thresholds will not be exceeded. The project does not involve any development
activity; therefore no impact will occur.
C) No Impact. SCAQMD has prepared an Air Quality Management Plan (AQMP) to set forth a comprehensive and
integrated program that will lead the Basin into compliance with the federal 24 -hour PM2.5 air quality standard, and
to provide an update to the SCAQMD's commitments toward meeting the federal 8 -hour ozone standards. The
Basin is currently in non - attainment for State and Federal criteria pollutants ozone, nitrogen dioxide and fine
particulate matter (PM2.5 and PM10).5
The project does not authorize construction or development of any buildings or structures. New development
facilitated by the Health and Sustainability Element will be subject to the City's standard development review
process and is required to comply with SCAQMD riles and regulations aimed at reducing construction - related
pollutant emissions, including fugitive dust and other particulates, as well as reactive organic compounds and other
ozone precursors found in paints and other coatings.6 Considering that the proposed Health and Sustainability
Element is consistent with the development projections of the Baldwin Park General Plan and the breadth of
existing standards and regulations, implementation of the proposed Health and Sustainability Element policies and
implementation programs will not change or otherwise interfere with the regional pollutant control strategies of the
AQMP. Because the project will not involve any construction or development activity, no impacts will occur.
D) No Impact. Common sensitive receptors include children under age 14, the elderly over age 65, athletes, and
people with cardiovascular and chronic respiratory diseases. The project promotes planning initiatives and
programs that encourage healthy, active living for all ages such as local recreational programs, compact
development for increase walkability, and pedestrian and bicycle friendly streets. These initiatives and programs
will likely accommodate children and the elderly; however, the proposed Health and Sustainability Element does
not authorize construction or redevelopment of any buildings or structures. Future development will be subject to
the City's standard development review process pursuant to State CEQA statutes and guidelines which will ensure
that any future development projects developed will provide adequate protection for residents from any local air
pollution sources. The project will have no impacts on sensitive receptors.
E) No Impact. According to the CEQA Air Quality Handbook, land uses associated with odor complaints include
agricultural operations, wastewater treatment plants, landfill, and certain industrial operations (such as
manufacturing uses that produce chemicals, paper, etc). Odors are typically associated with industrial projects
involving the use of chemicals, solvents, petroleum products, and other strong - smelling elements used in
manufacturing processes, as well as sewage treatment facilities and landfills. Residential and commercial land
uses constructed pursuant to the Health and Sustainability Element typically do not create objectionable odors. No
new odor sources will result from adoption or implementation of the proposed Health and Sustainability Element
because it does not authorize construction of any new projects, redevelopment of any existing property, or any
particular infrastructure construction project. No impact will occur.
5 United States Environmental Protection Agency. The Green Book Nonattainment Areas for Criteria Pollutants.
www.epa.Qovloar /oaapsl ry eenbkhndex.html (August 26, 2014]
6 City of Baldwin Park. General Plan Environmental Impact Report. September 2002.
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4.4 — BIOLOGICAL RESOURCES
Would the project:
Potentially Less Than Less Than No
Significant Significant with Significant Impact
Impact Mitigation Impact
Incorporation
A)
Have a substantial adverse effect, either
directly or through habitat modifications,
on any species identified as a candidate,
sensitive, or special status species in local °
I ® ❑
or regional plans, policies, or regulations,
or by the California Department of Fish
and Game or U.S. Fish and Wildlife
Service?
S)
Have a substantial adverse effect on any 1
riparian habitat or other sensitive natural
community identified in local or regional
❑ ❑ ❑ r
plans, policies, regulations, or by the
California Department of Fish and Game
or US Fish and Wildlife Service?
C)
Have a substantial adverse effect on
federally protected wetlands as defined by
Section 404 of the Clean Water Act
(including, but not limited to, marsh, vernal
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pool, coastal, etc.) through direct removal,
filling, hydrological interruption, or other
means?
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D)
Interfere substantially with the movement
j
of any native resident or migratory fish or
wildlife species or with established native
❑ ❑
resident or migratory wildlife corridors, or
impede the use of native wildlife nursery
sites?
E)
Conflict with any local policies or
ordinances protecting biological
El
resources, such as a tree preservation
policy or ordinance?
F)
Conflict with the provisions of an adopted
Habitat Conservation Plan, Natural
Community Conservation Plan, or other
❑ ❑ ❑
approved local, regional, or state habitat
conservation plan?
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A) Less Than Significant Impact. Baldwin Park is predominately suburban in nature, with limited to no natural habit
for special status species.' Implementation of the Health and Sustainability Element does not involve any
development activity that has not been previously analyzed in the General Plan EIR. Therefore, it is unlikely the
Health and Sustainability Element will not impact any species identified as candidate, sensitive, or special status
species in local or regional plans, policies, or regulations, or by the California Department of Fish and Wildlife
Service. This impact is less than significant.
B) No Impact. Walnut Creek Wash and the Walnut Creek Nature Park are located in Baldwin Park.$ Implementation
of the Health and Sustainability Element does not involve any development activity along Walnut Creek Wash or a
Walnut Creek Nature Park. The Health and Sustainability Element does not involve any development activity that
has not been previously analyzed in the General Plan EIR and will not have a substantial adverse effect on any
riparian habitat or other sensitive natural community identified in local or regional plans, policies, regulations, or by
the California Department of Fish and Game or US Fish and Wildlife Service.9 No impact will occur.
C) No Impact. The National Wetlands inventory has no data for the City of Baldwin Park; thus, it does not identify any
wetlands as defined by Section 404 of the Clean Water Act within the City boundaries.10 No impact to Section 404
wetlands from the proposed Health and Sustainability Element will occur.
D) No Impact. Biological resources in Baldwin Park are limited due to the suburban nature of the City and
surrounding area.11 There are no migratory wildlife corridors or nature wildlife nursery sites within the City. The
proposed Health and Sustainability Element does not involve any construction or development activity that has not
been previously analyzed in the General Plan EIR and will not interfere with the movement of any native resident or
migratory fish or wildlife species or with established native resident or migratory wildlife corridors or impede the use
of native wildlife nursery sites. There will be no impact.
E) Less Than Significant Impact. City of Baldwin Park Ordinance 153.165.090 governs tree preservation and
protection. City of Baldwin Park Ordinance 97.131 governs the removal of City trees in park�rays by private
individuals. These ordinances require a tree removal permit prior to any removal of trees in the City. The project
does not involve any development activity. Any tree removal resulting from future development activities will be
subject to the environmental review and compliance with the ordinance. Therefore, there will be no conflict with any
local policies or ordinances protecting biological resources; therefore, this impact will be less than significant.
F) No Impact. According to the Conservation Plans and Agreements Database, no Habitat Conservation Plans or
Natural Community Conservation Plans apply within the planning area.12 No impact will occur.
City of Baldwin Park, General Plan. November 2002.
8 City of Baldwin Park. General Plan. November 2002.
9 California Department of Fish and Game. Natural Community Conservation Planning (NCCP). http: / /www.df ..ca.Qov /habcon /ncc /status.html
[August 26, 20141
t0 U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. National Wetlands Inventory. http: / /www.fws.gov/ wetlands /Data /State- Downloads.html [August 26, 20141
11 City of Baldwin Park. General Plan. November 2002
12 U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Conservation Plans and Agreements Database.
http: / /ecos.fws.gov /consery plans /PlanReportSelect?reg ion =8 &type =HCP [August 26, 2014]
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4.5 — CULT URAL RESOURCES
Would the project:
A) Cause a substantial adverse change in the
significance of a historical resource as
defined in'15064.5?
B) Cause a substantial adverse change in the
significance of an archaeological resource
pursuant to "15064.5?
Cl) Directly or indirectly destroy a unique
paleontological resource or site or unique
geologic feature?
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A) No Impact. A number of buildings with historic, cultural, architectural, community, and aesthetic value exist
throughout Baldwin Park13 and the City recognizes these historic resources are an important part of the community.
The Baldwin Park Zoning Code contains a Historic Resources Code that protects and encourages the preservation
of City's heritage. The General Plan also contains goals to promote historic preservation of culturally significant
buildings. As the Health and Sustainability Element does not authorize construction or redevelopment of any
buildings or structures, there will be no impacts.
Goal 8.0 Promote the preservation of historic resources in Baldwin Park.
Policy 8.1 Implement provisions contained in the City's Historic Resources Code to protect historically significant
structures.
Policy 8.2 Encourage restoration of historic structures.
B) No Impact. Although the City of Baldwin Park is built out, the presence of significant subsurface archaeological
resources is always a possibility in areas where only surface inspections have taken place. Implementation of the
proposed Health and Sustainability Element will not involve development activity therefore ground- disturbing
activities will not occur. No impact will occur.
C) No Impact. The City of Baldwin Park is located on the San Gabriel Valley Groundwater Basin.14 Soils of the basin
consist of unconsolidated to semi - consolidated alluvium deposited by streams flowing out of the San Gabriel
Mountains. These alluvial deposits are too young geologically to contain scientifically significant fossils in their
original, undisturbed location and therefore are not considered paleontologically sensitive. Thus, paleontological
resources could not be uncovered. In addition, the project will not involve development activity. No impact could
occur.
D) No Impact. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element does not authorize any construction of new projects
or redevelopment of existing sites, and therefore will not result in any direct impacts to human remains. Procedures
to notify the County Coroner and Native American representatives, as required by California Health and Safety
13 City of Baldwin Park. General Plan. November 2002,
14 CIVILTEC Engineering Inc. Valley County Water District 2010 Urban Water Management Plan. June 2011.
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Code Section 7050.5, will be followed should human remains be found during the course of any future development
project constructed pursuant to the proposed Health and Sustainability Element. The project does not involve any
development activity therefore no impact will occur.
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4.6 — GEOLOGY AND SOILS
Would the project:
A) Expose people or structures to potential
substantial adverse effects, including the
risk of loss, injury, or death involving:
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delineated on the most recent Alquist- Priolo
Earthquake Fault Zoning Map issued by the
State Geologist for the area or based on
other substantial evidence of a known fault?
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Special Publication 42,
ii) Strong seismic ground shaking?
iii) Seismic related ground failure, including
liquefaction?
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B) Result in substantial soil erosion or the loss
of topsoil?
C) Be located on a geologic unit or soil that is
unstable, or that would become unstable as
a result of the project, and potentially result
in on- or off -site landslide, lateral spreading,
subsidence, liquefaction or collapse?
D) Be located on expansive soil, as defined in
Table 18 -1 -8 of the Uniform Building Code
(1997), creating substantial risks to life or
property?
E) Have soils incapable of adequately
supporting the use of septic tanks or
alternative waste water disposal systems
where sewers are not available for the
disposal of waste water?
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A.i,ii) No Impact. According to the State of California Department of Conservation, no Alquist - Priolo Fault Hazard Zones
are located within the City of Baldwin Park. No impacts related to fault rupture could occur.15
A.iii) No Impact. According to the Baldwin Park General Plan EIR, the southwest portion of the City is located in a
liquefaction hazard zone,16 As noted above, the City of Baldwin Park is located within a seismically active region of
Southern California. Liquefaction hazards occur in areas where groundwater exists near the ground surface.
According to the General Plan EIR, the depth to groundwater is more than 50 feet, resulting in low potential for
liquefaction. Future development could expose residents and structures to risks associated with liquefaction. The
project does not involve construction or development activity. Any future development will be subject to the City's
standard development review process and will require investigation for liquefaction potential. Because the project
does not authorize development, no impact will occur.
A.iv) No Impact. According to the General Plan EIR, the City of Baldwin Park is not susceptible to dangers from slope
instability because the terrain is relatively flat: Therefore, the proposed Health and Sustainability Element will not
involve development activity and will not expose people or structures to potential substantial adverse effects,
including risk of loss, injury or death involving landslides. No impact will occur.
B) Less than Significant Impact. Erosion is the condition in which the earth's surface is worn away by the action of
water and wind. The City of Baldwin Park is relatively flat and built out. Because the City is primarily built out and
covered by urban landscaping or impermeable surfaces, the potential for soil erosion or loss of topsoil of topsoil is
minimal. Future development is subject to standard development review process pursuant to City and CEQA
regulations. Therefore, to the proposed Health and Sustainability Element policies will not result in the substantial
loss of topsoil or substantial erosion. Impacts will be less than significant.
C) Less than Significant Impact. Liquefaction and seismically induced settlement or ground failure are generally
associated with strong seismic shaking in areas where ground water tables are at relatively shallow depths (within
50 f8et of the ground surface) and /or when the area is underlain by loose, cohesion less deposits. During a Strong
ground shaking event, saturated, cohesion less soils may acquire a degree of mobility to the extent that the
overlying ground surface distorts. In extreme cases, saturated soils become suspended in groundwater and
become fluid -like. Seismic settlement often occurs when loose to medium dense granular soils settle during ground
shaking, and can cause structural damage to buildings when settlement is non - uniform. Such ground settlement
hazards may be identified by on -site geologic investigations that are required of individual developments.
According to the General Plan EIR, the depth to groundwater is more than 50 feet. Therefore, the potential for
liquefaction hazard is low, even in areas that have been designated as being subject to liquefaction (see Section
3.6.a.iii above). There are no known ongoing or planned large -scale extractions of groundwater, gas, oil, or
geothermal energy that will cause subsidence within Baldwin Park. Therefore, impacts associated with subsidence
will be less than significant.
Lateral spreading is unlikely to occur within the City due to the lack of topography and unchannelized waterbodies.
Topsoil, recent alluvium, and weathered bedrock are typically porous and may be subject to hydro - collapse;
therefore, these materials can be considered unsuitable for the support of engineered fills and structures. General
Plan Public Safety Element Policy 1.2 requires the implementation of Uniform Building Code seismic safety
standards for the construction of new buildings. In addition, the California Building Code requires all new
development to have a site specific geology report prepared by a registered geologist or soils expert and submitted
to the City for review, which will ensure impacts related to expansive soils will be evaluated on a project -by- project
basis. The project will not involve development activity. Any future development will be subject to compliance with
15 State of California Department of Conservation. Alquist - Priolo Earthquake Fault Zone Maps. http : / /www.guake.ca.govlgmaps /a 2/ap maps.htm
[August 26, 2014]
16 City of Baldwin Park. General Plan Environmental Impact Report. September 2002.
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Public Safety Policy 1.2 of the General Plan and the California Building Code to ensure potential impacts of
liquefaction will be less than significant.
D) Less than Significant Impact. Expansion and contraction of volume can occur when expansive soils undergo
alternating cycles of wetting (swelling) and drying (shrinking). During these cycles, the volume of the soil changes
markedly and can cause structural damage to building and infrastructure if the potentially expansive soils were not
considered in project design and construction. Compaction of loose soils and poorly consolidated alluvium occur as
a result of strong seismic shaking. The amount of compaction may vary from a few inches to several feet and may
be significant in areas of thick soil cover. Topsoil, recent alluvium, and weathered bedrock are typically porous and
may be subject to hydro - collapse; therefore, these materials can be unsuitable for the support of engineered fills
and structures.
Unconsolidated to semi - consolidated alluvium underlie Baldwin Park. Therefore, these soils are considered
pntentially expanciya, The proposed Health and Su stainability Element does not involve Construction or
development activity and future developments are subject to the City's standard development review process. The
CBC requires that a soil and geological report be prepared for any development, including future sc development.
Presence of expansive soils and identification of measure) to eliminate thiJ cVnstrains (such as removal and
replacement with suitable engineered materials) will be determined through site - specific geotechnical evaluations
to be conducted as part of the City's routine development review procedures. Such routine procedures will apply to
all future development projects. As such, potential impacts associated with expansive soils will be less than
significant.
E) No Impact. The City of Baldwin Park is served by the Los Angeles Sanitation District with a network of sewer lines.
Septic tanks are not used in the City. No impact will occur.
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4.7 — GREENHOUSE GAS EMISSIONS
A) Less than Significant impact. Climate change is the distinct change in measures of climate for a long period of
time. Climate change is the result of numerous, cumulative sources of greenhouse gas emissions all over the
world. Natural changes In climate can be caused by Indirect processes such as changes In the Earth's orblf around
the Sun or direct changes within the climate system itself (i.e. changes in ocean circulation), Human activities can
affect the atmosphere through emissions of greenhouse gases (GHG) and changes to the planet's surface. Human
activities that produce GHGs are the burning of fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas for heating and electricity,
gasoline and diesel for transportation); methane from landfill wastes and raising livestock, deforestation activities;
and some agricultural practices. 17
Greenhouse gases differ from other emissions in that they contribute to the "greenhouse effect." The greenhouse
effect is a natural occurrence that helps regulate the temperature of the planet. The majority of radiation from the
Sun hits the Earth's surface and warms it. The surface in turn radiates heat back towards the atmosphere, known
as infrared radiation. Gases and clouds in the atmosphere trap and prevent some of this heat from escaping back
into space and re- radiate it in all directions. This process is essential to supporting life on Earth because it warms
the planet by approximately 60° Fahrenheit. Emissions from human activities since the beginning of the industrial
revolution (approximately 250 years ago) are adding to the natural greenhouse effect by increasing the gases in the
atmosphere that trap heat, thereby contributing to an average increase in the Earth's temperature. Greenhouse
gases occur naturally and from human activities. Greenhouse gases produced by human activities include carbon
dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), and
sulfur hexafluoride (SF6). Since 1750, it is estimated that the concentrations of carbon dioxide, methane, and
nitrous oxide in the atmosphere have increased over 36 percent, 148 percent, and 18 percent, respectively,
primarily due to human activity. Emissions of greenhouse gases affect the atmosphere directly by changing its
chemical composition while changes to the land surface indirectly affect the atmosphere by changing the way the
Earth absorbs gases from the atmosphere,
The proposed Health and Sustainability Element does not involve construction or development activity. The
proposed Health and Sustainability Element does not propose any land use changes that were not foreseen in the
General Plan; therefore, any GHG emissions resulting from this development have been analyzed and accounted
for in the General Plan EIR. Any future development will be subject to the City's standard development review
process which includes measuring GHG emissions. GHG emissions for potential development can be quantified
utilizing the California Emissions Estimator Model (CalEEMod) to determine if the project could have a cumulatively
considerable impact related to greenhouse gas emissions. A numerical threshold for determining the significance of
greenhouse gas emissions in the South Coast Air Basin has not officially been adopted by the SCAQMD. Individual
projects may be required to have a greenhouse gas emissions inventory prepared to determine if individual projects
exceed applicable screening or impact thresholds and will thus potentially contribute substantially to climate change
17 United States Environmental Protection Agency. Frequently Asked Questions About Global Warming and Climate Change. Back to Basics. April
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time. Climate change is the result of numerous, cumulative sources of greenhouse gas emissions all over the
world. Natural changes In climate can be caused by Indirect processes such as changes In the Earth's orblf around
the Sun or direct changes within the climate system itself (i.e. changes in ocean circulation), Human activities can
affect the atmosphere through emissions of greenhouse gases (GHG) and changes to the planet's surface. Human
activities that produce GHGs are the burning of fossil fuels (coal, oil and natural gas for heating and electricity,
gasoline and diesel for transportation); methane from landfill wastes and raising livestock, deforestation activities;
and some agricultural practices. 17
Greenhouse gases differ from other emissions in that they contribute to the "greenhouse effect." The greenhouse
effect is a natural occurrence that helps regulate the temperature of the planet. The majority of radiation from the
Sun hits the Earth's surface and warms it. The surface in turn radiates heat back towards the atmosphere, known
as infrared radiation. Gases and clouds in the atmosphere trap and prevent some of this heat from escaping back
into space and re- radiate it in all directions. This process is essential to supporting life on Earth because it warms
the planet by approximately 60° Fahrenheit. Emissions from human activities since the beginning of the industrial
revolution (approximately 250 years ago) are adding to the natural greenhouse effect by increasing the gases in the
atmosphere that trap heat, thereby contributing to an average increase in the Earth's temperature. Greenhouse
gases occur naturally and from human activities. Greenhouse gases produced by human activities include carbon
dioxide (CO2), methane (CH4), nitrous oxide (N2O), hydrofluorocarbons (HFCs), perfluorocarbons (PFCs), and
sulfur hexafluoride (SF6). Since 1750, it is estimated that the concentrations of carbon dioxide, methane, and
nitrous oxide in the atmosphere have increased over 36 percent, 148 percent, and 18 percent, respectively,
primarily due to human activity. Emissions of greenhouse gases affect the atmosphere directly by changing its
chemical composition while changes to the land surface indirectly affect the atmosphere by changing the way the
Earth absorbs gases from the atmosphere,
The proposed Health and Sustainability Element does not involve construction or development activity. The
proposed Health and Sustainability Element does not propose any land use changes that were not foreseen in the
General Plan; therefore, any GHG emissions resulting from this development have been analyzed and accounted
for in the General Plan EIR. Any future development will be subject to the City's standard development review
process which includes measuring GHG emissions. GHG emissions for potential development can be quantified
utilizing the California Emissions Estimator Model (CalEEMod) to determine if the project could have a cumulatively
considerable impact related to greenhouse gas emissions. A numerical threshold for determining the significance of
greenhouse gas emissions in the South Coast Air Basin has not officially been adopted by the SCAQMD. Individual
projects may be required to have a greenhouse gas emissions inventory prepared to determine if individual projects
exceed applicable screening or impact thresholds and will thus potentially contribute substantially to climate change
17 United States Environmental Protection Agency. Frequently Asked Questions About Global Warming and Climate Change. Back to Basics. April
2009.
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and associated impacts. Adoption and implementation of the Health and Sustainability Element will not generate
GHG emissions, either directly or indirectly, that may have a significant impact on the environment as the project
does not authorize construction activity or new development. No impact will occur.
B) Less than Significant Impact. Significant impacts will occur if the proposed project conflicted with or interfered
with implementation of any existing GHG reduction plan that is projected to achieve greenhouse gas reduction
targets. The two primary reduction plans are California Air Resources Board (CARB) Scoping Plan and SCAG's
Regional Transportation Plan /Sustainable Communities Strategy (RTP /SCS) as discussed below.
California Air Resources Board Scoping Plan (AB32)
The CARB Scoping Plan is the comprehensive plan to reach the GHG reduction targets stipulated in AB32. The
key elements of the plan are to expand and strengthen energy efficiency programs, achieve a statewide renewable
energy mix of 33 percent, develop a cap- and -trade program with other partners in the Western Climate Initiative
(includes seven states in the United States and four territories in Canada), establish transportation-related targets,
and establish fees.'$ CARB estimates that implementation of these measures will reduce GHG emissions in the
state by 136 MMTCO2E by 2020; therefore, implementation of the Scoping Plan will meet the 2020 reduction target
of 80 fv MTCO2E, which is a reduction of 27 percent compared to the projected business as usual 507 MM T CO2E.
Many of the strategies identified in the Scoping Plan are not applicable at the General Plan or project level, such as
long -term technological improvements to reduce emissions from vehicles. Some measures are applicable and
supported by the project, such as provision of mixed -use developments. Finally, while some measures are not
directly applicable, the project will not conflict with their implementation. The reduction measures are grouped into
18 action categories. The reduction measures and their consistency with AB32 Scoping Plan are described, as
follows:
California Cap -and -Trade Program Linked to Western Climate Initiative Partner Jurisdictions.
Implement a broad -based California cap-and-trade program to provide a firm limit on emissions. Link tile
California cap— and -trade program with other Western Climate Initiative Partner programs to create a regional
market system to achieve greater environmental and economic benefits for California.19 Ensure California's
program meets all applicable AB 32 requirements for market -based mechanisms. These programs involve
capping emissions from electricity generation, industrial facilities, and broad- scoped fuels. The project does
not involve any such uses.
2. California Light -Duty Vehicle Greenhouse Gas Standards. Implement adopted Pavley standards and
planned second phase of the program. Align zero - emission vehicle, alternative and renewable fuel and vehicle
technology programs with long -term climate change goals. This measure is not applicable as this is a
statewide measure establishing vehicle emissions standards.
Energy Efficiency. Maximize energy efficiency building and appliance standards, and pursue additional
efficiency efforts including new technologies, and new policy and implementation mechanisms. Pursue
comparable investment in energy efficiency from all retail providers of electricity in California (including both
investor -owned and publicly owned utilities). The Health and Sustainability Element promotes energy - efficient
building design, as well as implementation of existing building and other codes regulating minimum energy,
water, and waste efficiency consistent with 2011 CALGREEN requirements and will thus be consistent and not
interfere with this program.
4. Renewables Portfolio Standards. Achieve 33 percent renewable energy mix statewide by 2020. This
establishes the minimum statewide renewable energy mix and is not applicable at a City level or below for
18 California Air Resources Board. Climate Change Scoping Plan. December 2008.
19 California Air Resources Board. California GHG Emissions — Forecast (2002- 2020). October 2010.
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implementation. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element will not interfere with the implementation of
this program.
5. Low Carbon Fuel Standard. Develop and adopt the Low Carbon Fuel Standard. This measure is not
applicable to a City as this establishes reduced carbon intensity of transportation fuels.
6. Regional Transportation - Related Greenhouse Gas Targets. Develop regional greenhouse gas emissions
reduction targets for passenger vehicles. As is detailed below, the proposed Health and Sustainability Element
will not conflict with and will support the implementation of SCAG's RTP /SCS to achieve the required GHG
reduction goals by 2020 and 2035 based on consistency with growth projections. The Health and Sustainability
Element, as well as the Baldwin Park General Plan, includes policies to reduce vehicle miles traveled by
encouraging mixed -use, infill, an improved jobs- housing balance, and alternative modes of transportation.
Vehicle Efficiency Measures. Implement light -duty, vehicle efficiency measures. This measure is not
applicable to a city as this identifies measures such as minimum tire -fuel efficiency, lower friction oil, and
reduction in air conditioning use.
8. Goods Movement. Implement adopted regulations for the use of shore power for ships at berth. Improve
efficiency in goods movement activities. Identifies measures to improve goods movement efficiencies such as
advanced combustion strategies, friction reduction, waste heat recovery, and electrification of accessories.
The proposed Health and Sustainability Element will not result in the development of uses that will involve the
movement of goods and therefore will not interfere with eventual implementation.
9. Million Solar Roofs Program. Install 3,000 megawatts of solar - electric capacity under California's existing
solar programs. Sets goal for use of solar systems throughout the state. The proposed Health and
Sustainability Element will not interfere with but instead will directly support installation of alternative energy
sources through City policies and programs.
10. Medium- and Heavy -Duty Vehicles. Adopt medium -duty (MD) and heavy -duty (HD) vehicle efficiencies.
Aerodynamic efficiency measures for HD trucks pulling trailers 53 -feet or longer that include improvements in
trailer aerodynamics and use of rolling resistance tires were adopted in 2008 and went into effect in 2010.20
Future, yet to be determined improvements, includes hybridization of MD and HD trucks. The proposed Health
and Sustainability Element will not result in development of industrial uses and therefore will not interfere with
implementation of this program.
11. Industrial Emissions. Require assessment of large industrial sources to determine whether individual
sources within a facility can cost - effectively reduce greenhouse gas emissions and provide other pollution
reduction co- benefits. Reduce greenhouse gas emissions from fugitive emissions from oil and gas extraction
and gas transmission. Adopt and implement regulations to control fugitive methane emissions and reduce
flaring at refineries. These measures are applicable to large industrial facilities (> 500,000 MTCO2ENR) and
other intensive uses such as refineries. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element will not result in the
development of these facilities and therefore will not interfere with implementation.
12. High Speed Rail. Support implementation of a high speed rail system. This is not applicable as the Health
and Sustainability Element has no bearing on high speed rail facilities.
13. Green Building Strategy. Expand the use of green building practices to reduce the carbon footprint of
California's new and existing inventory of buildings. The Baldwin Park Health and Sustainability Element
promotes energy efficient building design as well as implementation of existing building and other codes
20 California Air Resources Board. Scoping Plan Measures Implementation Timeline. October 2010.
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regulating minimum energy, water, and waste efficiency consistent with 2011 CALGREEN requirements and
will thus be consistent and not interfere with this program.
14. High Global Warming Potential Gases. Adopt measures to reduce high global warming potential gases.
The proposed Health and Sustainability Element will not directly result in generation of high global warming
potential gases, and will not interfere with implementation of any future changes in air conditioning, fire
protection suppressant, or other emission requirements.
15. Recycling and Waste. Reduce methane emissions at landfills. Increase waste diversion, composting and
other beneficial uses of organic materials, and mandate commercial recycling to move toward zero - waste.
The proposed Health and Sustainability Element is consistent with this program because the project includes
programs to increase composting and recycling and reduce waste.
16 Sustainable Forests, Preserve forest sequestration and encourage the use of forest biomass for sustainable
energy generation. The 2020 target for carbon sequestration is 5 million MTCO2 €NR. This measure is not
applicable as the City does not contain any areas defined as forest.
17. Water. Continue efficiency programs and use cleaner energy sources to move and treat water. The proposed
Health and Sustainability Element is consistent since development that could occur under it will include use of
low -flow fixtures and water - efficient landscaping per State and local requirements.
18. Agriculture. In the near -term, encourage investment in manure digesters and at the five -year Scoping Plan
update determine if the program should be made mandatory by 2020. The proposed Health and Sustainability
Element encourages development of community gardens, but does not involve any large -scale agricultural
activity.
As summarized above, the proposed Health and Sustainability Element will not conflict With Regional
Transportation - Related GHG targets or any of the other provisions of the Scoping Plan. The proposed Health and
Sustainability Element in fact supports four of the action categories through energy efficiency, green building,
recycling /waste, and water conservation through these proposed and current policies.
Regional Transportation Plan /Sustainable Communities Strategy (SB375)
The 2012 Regional Transportation Plan /Sustainable Communities Strategy and the goals, policies, and programs
included within it are projected to obtain and exceed applicable GHG reduction targets of eight percent by 2020
and 13 percent by 2035. Projected reductions by the RTP /SCS are nine percent by 2020 and 16 percent by 2035.
Ultimately, the RTP /SCS is keyed to implement the requirements of AB32 at the regional level. For a program -level
analysis, if the proposed Health and Sustainability Element is consistent with the assumptions of the RTP /SCS,
then long -term development within the planning area will meet regional reduction targets. Furthermore, long -term
development will meet the broader statewide reduction goals of 1990 levels by 2020 and 80 percent beyond that by
2050. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element will, therefore, not contribute substantially to climate change
impacts if it is consistent with the regional and statewide climate change planning efforts.
The Health and Sustainability Element includes sections discussing potential energy conservation opportunities,
including increased densities within the Downtown area, programs to increase composting and recycling to reduce
energy consumption and waste, and policies to encourage use of alternative energy sources. Implementation of the
Health and Sustainability Element will promote healthier and more sustainable lifestyles for the City through its
goals, policies, and program actions that are consistent with all applicable plans aimed at reducing GHG emissions.
The project will not involve construction activity or new development. Impacts will be less than significant.
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4.8 — HAZARDS AND HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
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A -B) No Impact. The Baldwin Park Health and Sustainability Element is a policy document intended to promote
healthier and more sustainable lifestyles for the Baldwin Park community through various goals, policies, and
program actions aimed at compact development in the Downtown area, complete streets, reduction of GHG
emissions, more recreational activity for all ages, and so forth. The project will not involve development activity that
were not foreseen in the General Plan and therefore, analyzed and accounted for in the General Plan EIR. The
proposed Housing Element will not conflict with any hazardous materials regulations and will not exempt any future
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housing from the City's programs to control and safely dispose of hazardous materials and wastes or to reduce the
volume of wastes requiring landfill disposal. Thus, no impact will result.
C) No Impact. The Health and Sustainability Element will not involve development activity and will not generate
hazardous air emissions and will not involve the handling of any acutely hazardous substances or wastes. Thus,
the project will not result in impacts related to the presence of any hazardous materials or emissions within one
quarter mile of a school. No impact will occur.
D) Less than Significant Impact. According to the databases maintained as the Cortese List, one site within the City
boundaries is identified on the Department of Toxic Substances Control (DTSC) Hazardous Waste and Substances
Site List or the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) list of cleanup sites.21 There is potential soil and /or
groundwater contamination due to a leaking underground storage tank (LUST) at a site along Los Angeles Street.
The LUST site is OSFA Enterprises located at 13623 Los Angeles Street. A site assessment was performed in
September 1989, but no further action is noted.22 The project will not involve development activity. Any future
development at potential building or community garden sites will be s subject to the City's standard environmental
review process that will include identification of any contaminated sites and implementation of appropriate cleanup
and disposal procedures, if needed. Impacts will be less than significant.
E) No Impact. The City of Baldwin Park is not located within an airport land use plan influence area. The El Monte
Airport is located approximately 1.8 miles from the southwestern border of the city. The proposed Health and
Sustainability Element will not involve development activity therefore no impact will occur.23
F) No Impact. There are no private airstrips within the vicinity of the City of Baldwin Park. There will be no impact.24
G) No Impact. The Baldwin Park General Plan establishes policies regarding adequate emergency response in the
event of a disaster, including Public Safety Policy 1.3 that requires the implementation of emergency procedures
contained in the City's Multi - hazard Functional Plan and Supplemental Emergency Preparedness Plans, The
Health and Sustainability Element will not change or interfere with the emergency response plans of the City and
does not propose any alteration to vehicle circulation routes that could interfere with such plans. In accordance with
City policies, the City will review all development proposals to determine the possible impacts of each development
on emergency services. No impact will occur.
Policy 1.3 Continue to implement emergency procedures contained in the City's Multi- hazard Functional Plan and
Supplemental Emergency Preparedness Plans.
H) No Impact. Baldwin Park is not located within a Fire Hazard Severity Zone, as documented on the latest maps
prepared by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.25 Due to the urban character of Baldwin
Park and the surrounding area, there are no wildland conditions in the City. No impact will occur.
21 California Environmental Protection Agency. Cortese List Data Resources / www. calepa .ca.gov /SiteCleanup /CorteseLisY [August 27, 2014]
22 California Station Water Resources Control Board. GeoTracker. htt ps:/ /geotracker.waterboards.ca.gov/ [August 27, 2014]
23 Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning. Airport Land Use Commission. http: / /plannin .laq count . ov /alq uclmaps [August 27, 2014]
24 Los Angeles Department of Regional Planning. Airport Land Use Commission. http,:// planninq.lacountv.aov /aluc/maps [August 27, 2014]
25 California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection. Fire Hazard Severity Zones Maps.
http: / /www,fire.ca.ciov /fire_ prevention /fire prevention wildland zones.php [August 27, 20141
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409 - HYDROLOGY AND WATER QUALITY
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interfere substantially with groundwater
recharge such that there would be a net deficit
in aquifer volume or a lowering of the local
groundwater table level (e.g., the production
rate of pre - existing nearby wells would drop to
a level which would not support existing land
uses or planned uses for which permits have
been granted)?
C) Substantially Walter the existing drainage pattern
of the site or area, including through the
alteration of the course of a stream or river, in a'
manner which would result in substantial
erosion or siltation on- or off -site?
D) Substantially alter the existing drainage pattern
of the site or area, including through the
alteration of the course of a stream or river, or
substantially increase the rate or amount of
surface runoff in a manner which would result
in flooding on- or off - site?
E) Create or contribute runoff water which would
exceed the capacity of existing or planned
stormwater drainage systems or provide
substantial additional sources of polluted
runoff?
F) Otherwise substantially degrade water quality?
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area as mapped on a federal Flood Hazard
Boundary or Flood Insurance Rate Map or
other flood hazard delineation map?
H) Place within a 100 -year flood hazard area
structures which would impede or redirect flood
flows?
1) Expose people or structures to a significant risk
of loss, injury or death involving flooding,
including flooding as a result of the failure of a
levee or dam?
J) Inundation byseiche, tsunami, or mudflow?
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A) Less than Significant Impact. The project is a policy document that facilitates the production of residential and
commercial uses within the Downtown area and does not include any components that will change or conflict with
water quality regulations or any waste discharge standards. All new development projects must comply with the
City's local procedures to control storm water runoff to prevent violations of regional water quality standards, in
accordance with its co- permittee obligations under the countywide municipal storm water permit program, a
component of the NPDES program of the federal Clean Water Act, New project proposals will be required to
comply with Chapter 52 of the Municipal Code, which contains regulations to meet federal and State water quality
requirements related to storm water runoff. General Plan Open Space and Conservation Policy 5.4 requires the
continued enforcement of municipal NPDES Permit to protect and improve the quality of local and regional
groundwater resources available to the City. Impacts will be less than significant.
Policy 5.4 Continue enforcement of municipal National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES)
Permit to protect water quality within the San Gabriel River watershed.
B) Less than Significant Impact. Potable water in the City of Baldwin Park is provided by three water companies:
Valley County Water District (VCWD), San Gabriel Valley Water Company, and Valley View Mutual Water
Company 1VMWC). VCWD is the largest water supplier in the City and serves approximately 55,000 people in parts
of Baldwin Park and neighboring cities. Its main water source is wells beneath the district's service area from the
Upper San Gabriel Groundwater Basin, including four wells in Baldwin Park, The San Gabriel Valley Water
Company supplies water exclusively from groundwater wells to customers in Baldwin Park and surrounding cities.
Most of the wells are located in Baldwin Park and El Monte, and six of the company's reservoirs serve Baldwin
Park, VCWD supplies water to approximately eight percent of Baldwin Park's population.
VCWD has not reached its maximum capacity for water production from wells. Baldwin Park makes up
approximately 48 percent of the VCWD. Total water use in 2010 was 8,313 acre feet per year (AFY) for the entire
VCWD service area in 2010 and is projected to increase to 9,536 AFY in 2025. According to the 2010 Urban Water
Management Plan, VCWD is capable of meeting all demand scenarios With its current Supply including normal
year, single dry year, and multiple dry year supply and demand conditions.26
The Urban Water Management Plan indicated that sufficient water supplies are available to protect existing and
future water needs within the VCWD service area. The existing water supply is sufficient to meet widespread
demand without substantially lowering groundwater levels. The City has identified the protection and conservation
of its existing and future water resources within the General Plan, Open Space and Conservation Element policies
listed below.
Goal 5.0 Conserve and protect groundwater supply and water resources.
Policy 5.1 Encourage water conservation through education, use of drought tolerant landscapes, and water -
conserving technology.
Policy 5.2 Promote the use of native plant material in landscapes and drought tolerant trees, especially in
landscapes of City properties.
Policy 5.3 Encourage use and production of reclaimed water.
In addition, Goal HS -8 of the Health and Sustainability Element also aims to protect and conserve groundwater
levels through various means. Policies are listed below. As the project does not involve development activity that
was not foreseen in the General Plan, any water usage resulting from this development has been analyzed and
accounted for in the General Plan EIR. Therefore, impacts related to groundwater recharge and depletion will be
less than significant,
26 CIVILTEC Engineering Inc. Valley County Water District 2010 Urban Water Management Plan. June 2011.
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Goal HS -8 Achieve a high level of water conservation, and continue to improve quality of local
groundwater.
Policy 8.01 Promote drought- tolerant landscaping and water conservation technologies and techniques
Policy 8.02 Protect and restore above and below ground water bodies from the negative impacts of stormwater
pollution.
C) Less than Significant Impact. The City of Baldwin Park is largely developed. Wind and water both cause erosion
that could be deposited in local or regional washes and other water bodies. Due to the urbanized nature of the City,
future development will not substantially alter the drainage pattern of the area, and will not result in substantial
erosion or siltation on or off site. The project will not involve development activity. Future development proposed
pursuant to the Health and Sustainability Element will be required to implement standard on -site drainage controls
and storm water conveyance devices to direct any drainage appropriately, during construction and operation of
future projects. imn:grfs related to erosion and Siltafinn will be less than significant.
D) Less than Significant Impact. Due to the developed nature of the City, future development will not substantially
alter the drainage pattern of rile area, and Wii{ not Substantially Increase the rate of Surface n u— -off that III cause
flooding on or off site. The Health and Sustainability Element does not authorize construction of development and
also includes policies and program actions that promote reduction of impervious surfaces in the City. Thus, impacts
associated with on- or off -site flooding will be less than significant.
Goal HS -8 Achieve a high level of water conservation, and continue to improve quality of local
groundwater.
Policy 8.03 Reduce the amount of impervious surfaces in the City through selection of materials, site planning, and
street design.
E) Less than Significant Impact. Residential and commercial development in a built -out area typically do not
generate significant water pollutants through point discharges but do contribute to water quality impacts due to
community -wide and regional urban runoff. The project does not authorize the construction or development of new
structures. New development projects associated with the implementation of the proposed Health and
Sustainability Element will be required to ensure project- specific and citywide drainage systems have adequate
capacity to accommodate new development. The Zoning Code includes design and maintenance guidelines such
as requiring parking lots to be designed in a manner that collects surface runoff consistent with the requirements of
the NPDES permit. Compliance with the City's Municipal Code Chapter 52: Storm Water and Urban Runoff
Pollution Prevention and the Zoning Code design standards relating to drainage will ensure drainage system
capacity impacts are less than significant.
F) No Impact. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element does not authorize construction or redevelopment of
any development and will not result in any new or more extensive sources of water pollutants. No other impacts to
water quality will occur.
G) No Impact. The City is not located within a 100 -year flood hazard area and the National Flood Insurance Program
rate maps classify all of Baldwin Park as Area C, with little chance of flooding. No impact will occur.27
H) No Impact. The City is not located within a 100 -year flood hazard area and the National Flood Insurance Program
rate maps classify all of Baldwin Park as Area C, with little chance of flooding. The project does not involve
27 City of Baldwin Park. General Plan. September 2002.
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development activity; future development will be reviewed at the individual project level to ensure that structures
will not impede or redirect flood flows. Therefore, no impact will occur.28
Less than Significant Impact. The City could be subject to inundation if the Santa Fe Dam were to fail. The Army
Corps of Engineers flood emergency plan data indicate that failure of the Santa Fe Dam will result in the entire City
of Baldwin Park being flooded. Water depths will range from 2 to 12 feet, with shallow depths located at a farther
distance from the dam. According to the Baldwin Park General Plan, flooding as a result of the failure of this dam is
considered unlikely due to the method of construction and the dam's past performance during previous
earthquakes. Thus, less than significant impacts are anticipated. The project will not authorize construction activity
or new development. Future development will be subject to comply with the goals and policies of the General Plan
that serve to reduce potential impacts related to flooding. Flooding risk is addressed in the City's Multi- hazard
Functional Plan and Supplemental Emergency Preparedness Plans. Compliance with the General Plan Public
Safety Element goals and policies and the City's Multi- hazard Functional Plan and Supplemental Emergency
Preparedness plans will reduce flood Impacts to less than significant.
Goal 2.0 Protect Baldwin Park residents, the work force, and visitors from flood hazards.
Policy 2.1 Work in cooperation with the Los Angeles County Department of Public Works to identify and construct
needed local and regional storm drain improvements to relieve localized flooding problems.
Policy 2.2 Maintain the City's Multi- hazard Functional Plan and Supplemental Emergency Preparedness Plans in
a current and continual state of readiness to respond to flooding, as well as other emergencies.
J) No Impact. A tsunami is a large wave that generates in the ocean, generally from an earthquake, and builds
intense strength and height before impacting a coast. Baldwin Park is not subject to impacts from a tsunami
because it is not located near an ocean or sea. A seiche is the process by which water sloshes outside its
containing boundaries, generally due to an earthquake. This generally occurs with uncovered, above - ground
reservoirs. According to the General Plan, Baldwin Park Is not exposed to selche hazards because the protect
area is not located near a lake, reservoir, or other open body of water. Mudflows require a slope, water, and
unconsolidated soil to occur. The project area is not subject to mudflows because the entire City does not contain
steep slopes. No impacts will occur.
28 City of Baldwin Park. General Plan. September 2002.
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4.10 — LAND USE AND PLANNING
Would the project:
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A) No Impact. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element sets forth goals, policies, and program actions to
encourage healthier and more sustainable lifestyles for Baldwin Park through compact development in the
Downtown area, complete streets, and recreational activities for all ages and does not authorize the construction of
new structures or development. Implementation of the Health and Sustainability Element will not provide for new
infrastructure systems such as new roadways or flood control channels that will divide or disrupt established
neighborhoods. No impact will occur.
B) No Impact. The Baldwin Park Health and Sustainability Element sets forth policies to encourage healthier and
more sustainable communities consistent with adopted policies established in the General Plan. The Health and
Sustainability Element does not involve construction and development activity or include any goals, policies, or
programs that will conflict with adopted General Plan goals and policies to mitigate environmental effects. The
Health and Sustainability Element is consistent with and will complement and further the goals of the adopted City
of Baldwin General Plan. No impact will occur.
C) No Impact. According to the Conservation Plans and Agreements database, there are no Habitat Conservation
Plans or Natural Community Conservation Plans located in the City of Baldwin Park.29 No impact will occur.
29 U.S. Fish & Wildlife Service. Conservation Plans and Agreements Database. httpt : / /ecos.fws.gov(consery plans /public.isp [August 27, 20141
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4.1l— MINERAL RESOURCES
Would the project:
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A) Result in the loss of availability of a known
mineral resource that would be of value to El 1-1 F-1
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A) No impact. State quidelines require that the City of Baldwin Park and other cities establish policies within their
General Plans 03 08n8g8 identified mineral resource areas of statewide Orregional significance. The location and
|ovo| of importance of these mineral reSOUmS omou is determined by the California Department of Conservation,
California Geological Survey. Since 1902' all Of Baldwin Park has been designated by the State Geologist 8s8
Mineral Resource Zone 2 /MRZ-2\ whom ''adoquoho information indicates that significant mineral deposits are
present or where it is judged that a high likelihood for their pn000noe exists." Given the MRZ-2 designation and the
active extraction activities in surrounding areas, it is highly likely that mineral resources exist in Baldwin Park.
However, the City is |upgo|y built out with urban uS8S that are incompatible with mineral extraction and/or surface
mining activities. Thus, the Health and Sus[oinobiUtv Element and General Plan policies do not provide for mining
activity to occur. In a regional context, potential resources in Baldwin Park are limited in extent and inaccessible
due to urbanization; thus, impacts on aggregate resources are not considered significant.30
B\ NO Impact. Neither the General Plan nor any other City planning documents identify any locally important mineral
resource recovery sites within the City. No impact will occur.31
�City of Baldwin Park. General Plan Environmental Impact Report, September 2002.
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4.12 — NOISE
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Fundamentals of Sound and Environmental Noise
Noise can be defined as unwanted sound, Because the City is fully urbanized, the primary noise source in the
community is traffic noise.
Sound (and therefore noise) consists of energy waves that people receive and interpret. Sound pressure levels are
described in logarithmic units of ratios of sound pressures to a reference pressure, squared. These units are called bels.
In order to provide a finer description of sound, a bel is subdivided into ten decibels, abbreviated dB. To account for the
range of sound that human hearing perceives, a modified scale is utilized known as the A- weighted decibel (dBA). Since
decibels are logarithmic units, sound pressure levels cannot be added or subtracted by ordinary arithmetic means For
example, if one automobile produces a sound pressure level of 70 dBA when it passes an observer, two cars passing
simultaneously would not produce 140 dB. In fact, they would combine to produce 73 dBA. This same principle can be
applied to other traffic quantities as well. In other words, doubling the traffic volume on a street or the speed of the traffic
will increase the traffic noise level by 3 dBA. Conversely, halving the traffic volume or speed will reduce the traffic noise
level by 3 dBA. A 3 dBA change in sound is the level where humans generally notice a barely perceptible change in
sound and a 5 dBA change is generally readi4tperceptible.32
32 California Department of Transportation. Basics of Highway Noise: Technical Noise Supplement. November 2009.
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Noise consists of pitch, loudness, and duration; therefore, a variety of methods for measuring noise has been developed,
According to the California General Plan Guidelines for Noise Elements, the following are common metrics for measuring
noise:33
LEO (Equivalent Energy Noise Level): The sound level corresponding to a steady -state sound level containing the
same total energy as a time - varying signal over given sample periods. LEQ is typically computed over 1 -, 8 -, and
24 -hour sample periods.
CNEL (Community Noise Equivalent Level): The average equivalent A- weighted sound level during a 24 -hour
day, obtained after addition of five decibels to sound levels in the evening from 7:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M. and after
addition of ten decibels to sound levels in the night from 10:00 P.M. to 7:00 A.M.
LoN (Day -Night Average Level): The average equivalent A- weighted sound level during a 24 -hour day, obtained
after the addition of ten decibels to sound levels in the night after 10:00 P.M. and before 7:00 A.M.
CNEL and LDN are utilized for describing ambient noise levels because they account for all noise sources over an
extended period of time and account for the heightened sensitivity of people to noise during the night. LEO is better
utilized for describing specific and consistent sources because of the shorter reference period.
Fundamentals of Environmental Groundborne Vibration
Vibration is sound radiated through the ground. The rumbling sound caused by the vibration of room surfaces is called
groundborne noise. The ground motion caused by vibration is measured as particle velocity in inches per second, and in
the U.S. is referenced as vibration decibels (VdB).
The background vibration velocity level in residential and educational areas is usually around 50 VdB. The vibration
velocity level threshold of perception for humans is approximately 65 VdB. A vibration velocity level of 75 VdB is the
approximately dividing line between barely perceptible and distinctly perceptible levels for many people. Sources within
buildings such as operation of mechanical equipment, movement of people, or the slamming of doors causes most
perceptible indoor vibration. Typical outdoor sources of perceptible groundborne vibration are construction equipment,
steel - wheeled trains, and traffic on rough roads. If a roadway is smooth, the groundborne vibration from traffic is rarely
perceptible. The range of interest is from approximately 50 VdB, which is the typical background vibration velocity level,
and 100 VdB, which is the general threshold where minor damage can occur in fragile buildings.
The general human response to different levels of groundborne vibration velocity levels is described in Table 4 (Human
Reaction to Vibration).
Table 4
Human Reaction to Vibration
Vibration Velocity Level
Human Reaction
65 VdB
Approximate threshold of perception for many people.
Approximate dividing line between barely perceptible and
75 VdB
distinctly perceptible. Many people find that transportation -
related vibration at this level is unacceptable.
85 VdB
Vibration acceptable only if there are an infrequent number of
events per day.
Source: Federal Transit Administration, Transit Noise and Vibration Impact Assessment, May 2006.
33 California Governor's Office of Planning and Research. General Plan Guidelines. 2003,
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A) Less than Significant Impact. The primary contributor to ambient noise in the planning area is traffic, particularly
from major roadways such as Interstate 10 (1 -10) and Interstate 605 (1 -605). The proposed Health and
Sustainability Element does not authorize construction of new structures or development. Future development
proposed pursuant to the Health and Sustainability Element has been analyzed and accounted for in the General
Plan EIR, Additionally, this future development will be subject to the City's standard development review process.
To determine if future development will be exposed to ambient noise levels in excess of the noise level standards
established in Baldwin Park, noise levels from future traffic volumes have been estimated and compared to the
City's noise level standards, The Baldwin Park General Plan identifies standards for residential land uses and noise
compatibility, as summarized in Table 5 (City of Baldwin Park Noise Ordinance Standards).
Table 5
City of Baldwin Park Noise Ordinance Standards
Zone
Allowable Noise Level(dBA)
Time of Day
Residential
55
7:00 A.M. — 7:00 P.M. (Day)
Residential
50
7: 00 P.M.. —10:00 P.M. (Evening)
Residential
45
10:00 P.M. — 7:00 A.M. (Night)
Commercial
65
7:00 A.M. —10:00 P.M. (Day and Evening)
Commercial
55
7:00 P.M. — 7:00 A.M. (Night)
Industrial
65
Anytime
Source: City of Baldwin Park, Zoning Code, April 2012
Future development will be subject to standard environmental review pursuant to CEQA and the City's local
implementation procedures. This typically includes preparation of a project - specific noise impact analysis to
determine if the development will be exposed to excessive noise levels and identify appropriate mitigation. The
most common type of exterior mitigation involves barriers that could include walls. Interior noise levels will be
controlled through common building techniques, particularly in specifying window requirements with minimum
standard transmission coefficient. Impacts related to exposure of persons to ambient noise levels in excess of
identified standards will be less than significant with implementation of the noise policies in the Baldwin Park
General Plan and Zoning Code.
Future development pursuant to the proposed Health and Sustainability Element is subject to the policies of the
existing General Plan designed to minimize noise impacts to residential properties. Noise policies will be
implemented during the City's standard environmental review process during the entitlement process for future
developments. Impacts to new development related to noise levels in excess of established standards and
permanent increase in ambient noise will be less than significant with implementation of General Plan policies,
Zoning Code requirements, and State interior noise standards.
B) Less than Significant Impact. Vibration can impact people, structures, and sensitive equipment. The primary
concern related to vibration and people is the potential to annoy those working and residing in the area, Vibration
with high enough amplitudes can damage structures (such as crack plaster or destroy windows). Groundborne
vibration can also disrupt the use of sensitive medical and scientific instruments such as electron microscopes.
Implementation of the proposed Health and Sustainability Element will not involve development activity and does
not include uses that cause vibration. However, the General Plan EIR analyzed and accounted for future buildout of
land uses in the City and included mitigation measures that the City would apply to development. Additionally, any
future development will be subject to the City's standard development review process.
Groundborne vibration generated by construction projects is usually highest during pile driving, rock blasting, soil
compacting, jack- hammering, and demolition - related activities. Next to pile driving, grading activity has the greatest
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potential for vibration impacts if large bulldozers or large trucks are used. Future development, once constructed,
do not utilize machinery that will generate substantial amounts of vibration. However, the construction of future
potential developments could utilize machinery that will generate substantial amounts of ground vibration.
Construction of future development is not likely to require rock blasting considering the built -out character of the
area or pile driving because the area is not subject to liquefaction hazards; however, jack hammering will also likely
be required for demolition activities.
Table 6 (Common Construction Vibration) summarizes vibration levels from common construction equipment.
Impacts to structures can occur from 0.08 PPV to 2.00 PPV depending on the duration of the vibration and the age
of the structure. Similarly, human annoyance to vibration can occur from 0.01 PPV to 2.00 PPV depending on the
duration.
Table 6
Common Construction Vibration
Equipment
PPV (in/sec at 25ft)
Crack - and -Seat Operations
I 2.400
Vibratory Roller
0.210
Large Bulldozer
0.089
Caisson Drilling
0.089
Loaded Trucks
0.076
Jackhammer
0.035
Small Bulldozer
0.003
Source: California Department of Transportation 2004
Vibration impacts are temporary and rare except in cases where large equipment is used near existing, occupied
development. Construction noise and associated vibration will be controlled through the time restrictions currently
established in the City's Noise Control requirements. Section 130.37E of the Municipal Code requires that
construction activity and equipment maintenance is limited to the hours between 7:00 A.M. to 7:00 P.M. These
restrictions will minimize potential annoyance impacts to nearby residential development during sensitive evening
and noise hours. Noise and vibration impacts will be evaluated on a project -by- project basis pursuant to CEQA and
the City's local implementation procedures. Vibration is difficult to control and the best methods for mitigation are
avoidance. Typical vibration mitigation includes routing and placement of equipment to maximize distance to
receptors and use of alternative equipment, such as use of drilled pile drivers as opposed to impact drivers.
Subsurface dampeners can also be utilized to reduce groundborne vibration. As the project will not involve
construction of new structures and any future development pursuant to the Health and Sustainability Element will
be subject to comply with local environmental review procedures, impacts related to exposure to groundborne
vibration will be less than significant.
C) Less than Significant Impact. The project will create a significant noise impact if it causes an adopted noise
standard to be exceeded for the project site or for adjacent receptors. The proposed Health and Sustainability
Element does not involve construction of new development and will not increase residential densities and
commercial intensities that were not foreseen in the General Plan. Therefore the project will not increase ambient
noise from traffic or operational sources beyond those analyzed in the General Plan EIR. Impacts will be less than
significant.
D) Less than Significant Impact. The Health and Sustainability Element does not authorize development on any
particular site but does include policies that could facilitate future development. Future development pursuant to the
proposed Health and Sustainability Element will result in periodic noise outdoors associated with landscaping
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activities, solid waste and recycling pick -up, and people talking outside on the common areas in commercial
spaces. Typical periodic noise associated with housing is solid waste pick -up and deliveries at commercial portions
of mixed -use developments. These are common noises in an urban setting.
Temporary increase in local noise levels will be associated with construction activities to new development.
Construction noise will be controlled through the time restrictions currently established in the City's Noise Control
requirements (Section 130.37E of the Municipal Code). Furthermore, future development will be subject to the
City's standard environmental review procedures to ensure that temporary and periodic noise is assessed and
mitigated, if necessary. Continued enforcement of the City's noise restrictions and environmental review
procedures will ensure temporary and periodic noise impacts associated with new development will be less than
significant.
E) No Impact. The City of Baldwin Park is not located within an Airport Land Use Plan. No impact will occur.
F) No Impact. There are no private airstrips in the vicinity of Baldwin Park. No impact will result.
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4.13 — POPULATION AND HOUSING
Would the project:
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A) Less than Significant Impact. Population growth is a complex interaction among immigration, emigration, birth,
deaths, and economic factors. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element is designed to promote healthier
and more sustainable lifestyles for the community through various goals, policies, and program actions but does
not involve construction of new structures or development. The project intends to promote compact development
within the Downtown area, increase the number of complete streets to facilitate walkability, bicycle and transit use,
and more recreational activities. The goals and policies in the Health and Sustainability Element are consistent with
other Elements in the Baldwin Park General Plan. As the Health and Sustainability Element is consistent with the
other Elements in the General Plan, the increase in population from future development project resulting from
Health and Sustainability Element policies is within the growth assumptions estimated by SCAG and analyzed by
the General Plan EIR. Therefore, implementation of the Health and Sustainability Element will not induce growth
beyond that already planned. Impacts will be less than significant.
B) Less than Significant Impact. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element is designed to promote healthier
and more sustainable lifestyles for the community through various goals, policies, and program actions. The City is
urbanized and largely built out. The Health and Sustainability Element proposes to encourage revitalization of the
Downtown area by promoting higher- intensity residential and commercial land uses to encourage compact
development but does not authorize construction or development activity that would displace substantial numbers
of existing housing, necessitating the construction of replacement housing elsewhere. Thus, impact will be less
than significant.
C) Less than Significant Impact. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element will not directly displace any
people because the project does not authorize the demolition or conversion of any residential development. The
Health and Sustainability Element will encourage higher- intensity residential and commercial uses in the Downtown
area. The Downtown area is already urbanized with residential and commercial uses and the project does not
propose changes to any existing development or land. To accommodate higher- intensity residential and
commercial uses, underutilized parcels may be developed with uses that promote the goals of the Health and
Sustainability Element. However, any land use changes resulting in redevelopment has been analyzed and
accounted for in the General Plan EIR, The proposed Health and Sustainability Element will not influence economic
factors, such as the relocation of a large employment base to a different region that could require the construction
of new housing. Impacts will be less than significant.
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4.14 – PUBLIC SERVICES
Would the project result in substantial adverse physical impacts associated
with the provision of new or physically
altered governmental facilities, need for new or physically altered governmental
facilities, the construction of
which
could cause significant environmental impacts, in order to maintain acceptable service ratios, response times
or
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program actions to encourage healthier and more sustainable lifestyles through compact development in the
Downtown area, complete streets, programs for reduction of waste, water use, and GHG emissions, and additional
recreational activities for the residents that are consistent with adopted General Plan polices. The project does not
propose development activity that was not foreseen in the General Plan, and has been analyzed and accounted for
in the General Plan EIR. Future development constructed pursuant to Health and Sustainability Element will
incrementally increase the need for fire and police protection, schools, and parks. The General Plan EIR indicates
that build -out of the land use plan will result in significant impacts to parks, schools, fire, police, and library services.
Fire and Police Services
The following Public Safety Element policies are designed to ensure adequate provision of public services in
response to long -term growth. Property taxes and other special taxes paid by future property owners will also
support the incremental expansion of public services as the population in the City grows. Impacts to fire and police
services will be less than significant.
Goal 5.0 Provide a safe environment for the community of Baldwin Park.
Policy 5.1 Periodically evaluate levels of service to ensure Baldwin Park has appropriate levels of police service.
Policy 5,2 Continue the City's aggressive program of Community Based Policing to enhance public awareness
and participation in crime prevention.
Policy 5.3 Continue to cooperate with the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Office, along with other nearby police
departments, to provide back -up police assistance in emergency situations.
Policy 5.4 Promote the use of defensible space concepts (e.g. site and building lighting, visual observation of
open spaces, secured areas) in project design to enhance public safety.
Schools
Any impact on the provision of school services created by buildout of development resulting from the General Plan,
including the Health and Sustainability Element is mitigated through the payment of development impact fees
pursuant to the Leroy F. Green School Facilities Act. With payment of required fees, impact will be less than
significant.
Parks
The provision of parks is guided by the policies of the General Plan Open Space and Conservation Element that
promotes the long -term increase in parkland and recreational facilities implemented utilizing a number of financing
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strategies (see below). The City requires dedication of land or payment of a fee in lieu thereof or a combination of
both as a condition of approval for residential subdivisions. The purpose of the dedication and /or fee is to provide
parks and recreation facilities. Dedication and /or payment of the fee will help to reduce potential impacts of future
residential development on parks and recreational facilities. In addition, the General Plan policies and
implementation measures will assist in reducing the impact on parks. Impacts will be less than significant.
Goal 3.0 Ensure that parks are accessible and safe for their users and compatible with adjacent
residences and commercial uses.
Policy 3.1 Ensure that all parks are adequately illuminated for safe use at night.
Policy 3.2 Provide for the supervision of park activities, and promote enforcement of codes restricting illegal
activity.
Policy 3.3 Continue coordination of park security between the Recreation and Community Services Department
and the Police Department to ensure that they are adequately patrolled.
Policy 3.4 Restrict and control nighttime park use so that adjacent residences are not adversely affected.
Goal 4.0 Ensure that the costs of park and recreation a facilities and programs are borne by those who
benefit and contribute to additional demands.
Policy 41 Require that developers contribute to provide parks and recreational facilities to offset additional
demands brought about by new development.
Policy 4.2 Pursue the utilization of various state and county funding mechanisms to provide additional funding
resources.
Policy 4.3 Establish a formal mechanism by which the City may accept gifts and dedications of parks and open
space.
Policy 4.4 Encourage the development of recreation programs by non -City public and private sports
organizations to involve more children and adults iii outdoor recreation activity. Llse volunteers to
operate and maintain programs whenever possible.
The Health and Sustainability Element promotes healthier and more sustainable lifestyles through various goals,
policies, and actions including improving and providing more park space to provide additional opportunities for
recreation and physical activities. Implementation of Goal HS -13 (listed in Section 4.15) of the Health and
Sustainability Element will also reduce the impacts on parks to less than significant.
Other Public Facilities — Libraries
The City of Baldwin Park is served by one public library; Baldwin Park Library. The Baldwin Park Library, located at
4181 Baldwin Park Boulevard, is part of the Los Angeles County library system. This allows for seamless borrowing
within the County of Los Angeles. The 15,555- square foot library includes a meeting room, children's area, teen
space, book drop for 24 -hour accessible returns, and a reading room. The library is currently under renovation and
will reopen September 2, 2014. With the renovations, the library will adequately serve the City. Impacts will be less
than significant.
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4.15 — RECREATION
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A) Less than Significant Impact. The City of Baldwin Park maintains six City -owned parks totaling 26 acres. These
include one community park, the 12 acre Morgan Park located in the Central Business District, and five
neighborhood parks, Central Park West, Barnes Park, Roadside Park, Walnut Creek Nature Park, and Syhre Park.
Residents also have access to approximately 169 acres of joint -use school playground facilities. In addition to the
City parks, residents have access to County regional parks within and near the City. The National Recreation and
Parks Association (NRPA) established a guideline of 2.5 acres of public park service and facilities.34 With a
population of approximately 76,635 (2013 Census count), the City should have approximately 192 acres of parks.
Based on the 27 acres of public park land, Baldwin Park has about 0,35 acres of park space per 1,000 residents,
which is significantly less than NRPA recommendations. Therefore, the City has an existing deficiency.
The proposed Health and Sustainability Element does not authorize the construction of new structures or
development. Any development that would occur has been analyzed and accounted for in the General Plan EIR.
Future development constructed pursuant to the project will be subject to local environmental and development
review procedures. As a condition of approval for new development, the City requires dedication of land or payment
of a fee in lieu or a combination of both. The purpose of the dedication and /or fee is to provide parks and recreation
facilities. Dedication and /or payment of the fee help to reduce potential impacts of future development on parks and
recreational facilities. Any future development will be required to pay development impact fees; thus, deterioration
to existing parks and recreation facilities will be less than significant as a result of future development because
parks and recreation facilities will be incrementally expanded or new facilities built to meet future demand. In
addition, the following existing General Plan Open Space and Conservation policies require the preservation of
existing park space, encourage diverse recreational programs, and require developers to contribute to parks and
recreational facilities.
Goal 1.0 Provide and maintain adequate parks and open space.
Policy 1.1 Preserve all existing park space, and provide improvements to enhance utilization.
Policy 1.2 Establish as a priority for funding the acquisition and development of parks and recreational facilities in
neighborhoods where there are a shortage of parks.
Policy 1.3 Pursue acquisition of property through purchase or donation to create mini -parks where it is not
possible to acquire sufficient acreage for neighborhood parks.
Policy 1.4 Continue to work cooperatively with the Baldwin Park Unified School District to maintain and expand
playground use.
34 City of Baldwin Park. General Plan. November 2002.
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Goal 2.0 Provide a diversity of recreational programs to meet the needs of all individuals and groups in
Baldwin Park.
Policy 2.1 Conduct ongoing needs assessment and evaluation of demands for recreational activities, and modify
programs where necessary to meet these demands.
Policy 2.2 Notify City residents of the types of recreation and programs available, and encourage their
participation.
Policy 2.3 Incorporate areas for both active and passive recreation in parks and facilities, and ensure that these
are accessible to all age groups, as practical.
Goal 4.0 Ensure that the costs of park and recreation facilities and programs are borne by those who
benefit and contribute to additional demands.
Policy 4.1 Require that developers contribute to provide parks and recreational facilities to offset additional
demands brought about by new development.
Policy 4.2 Pursue the utilization of various state and county funding mechanisms to provide additional funding
resources.
Policy 4.3 Establish a formal mechanism by which the City may accept gifts and dedications of parks and open
space.
Policy 4.4 Encourage the development of recreation programs by non -City public and private sports
organizations to involve more children and adults in outdoor recreation activity. Use volunteers to
operate and maintain programs whenever possible.
The Health and Sustainability Element promotes healthier and more sustainable lifestyles through various goals,
policies, and actions including improving and providing more park space to provide additional opportunities for
recreation and physical activities. Implementation of Goal HS -13 of the Health and Sustainability Element will also
reduce the impacts on parks to less than significant.
Goal HS -13 Provide residents of all ages with a range of safe and accessible opportunities for
recreation and physical activities.
Policy 13.01 Prioritize the maintenance and expansion of existing parks, recreation facilities, and open
space amenities.
Policy 13,02 Build new park spaces and recreational facilities that respond to the community's changing
demographics.
Policy 13.03 Facilitate pedestrian, bicycle, and transit connections to new and existing parks and
recreational facilities to enhance use and access.
B) Less than Significant Impact. The Health and Sustainability Element does not authorize the development of
parks and recreation facilities on any particular site but does include policies that could facilitate development of
future public parks and recreation facilities. Future construction of recreation facilities pursuant to the
implementation of the Health and Sustainability Element will be subject to the City's standard environmental review
process pursuant to CEQA. As mentioned in Section 4.14, the City also applies their parkland dedication /in lieu fee
to ensure park facilities within the City do not substantially deteriorate from development within the City, including
that which may come from the implementation of the Health and Sustainability Element, Impacts related to the
potential construction of future parks and recreation facilities, as they relate to the Health and Sustainability
Element, will be less than significant.
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4.16 — TRANSPORTATION AND TRAFFIC
Would the project:
Potentially Less Than Less Than No
Significant Significant with Significant Impact
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Incorporation
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pedestrian facilities, or otherwise decrease the
performance or safety of such facilities?
A) Less than Significant Impact. The Health and Sustainability Element does not propose any changes to General
Plan land use policy. The General Plan estimates that 60 percent of the increase in traffic over time is expected to
be generated by new development. Although the project does not propose any specific construction or
development activity, development that may occur under the Health and Sustainability Element has been analyzed
and accounted for in the General Plan EIR. Issues associated with ambient growth and traffic will be monitored by
the City and mitigated on a project -by- project basis.. Future development will be subject to local environmental
review procedures that include traffic assessments. Where traffic studies are required, they will identify project -
specific traffic generation, traffic distribution, impacted intersections and roadways, project- specific fair -share
improvement fees, and applicable regional transportation fees. General Plan Circulation Element policies maintain
level of services standards and goals, as well as encourage land use and circulation planning to support the use of
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alternative transportation. Policies in the Health and Sustainability Element support the maintenance and reduction
of level of service standards and goals by promoting compact development in the Downtown area, increasing
number of complete streets in the City to encourage walkability, increase bicycle and transit use, and reduce
dependence of automobiles. Impacts related to substantial traffic congestion will be less than significant with
implementation of the following existing Circulation Element and proposed Health and Sustainability Element goals
and policies.
Circulation Element Goals and Policies
Policy 1.1 Develop and maintain the local circulation system illustrated in General Plan Figure C -1.
Policy 1.2 Require significant new land use developments to prepare traffic studies using intersection analyses to
detail potential traffic impacts.
Policy 1.3 Where project -level traffic studies support the need for added street segment capacity, pursue
alternatives to avoid widenings including land restriping, peak hour parking restrictions, and /or similar
less intensive and costly measures.
Policy 1.4 Maintain as a goal the provision of service levels at intersections along arterial highways at Level of
Service "D" or better during morning and evening peak travel periods.
Policy 1.5 Adopt five -year Capital Improvement Programs that identify street and related improvements required
to ensure smooth traffic flow.
Policy 1.6 Continue to automate traffic signals and to develop an integrated traffic signal control system.
Policy 1.7 Monitor growth within the City and its impacts on the City street system, and make improvements as
needed consistent with five -year capital improvement plans.
Policy 1.8 Develop a modified standard for local residential streets that allows narrower streets to be designed
and constructed within areas designated as pedestrian districts and for residential subdivisions.
Goal 3.0 Encourage increased use of public transportation.
Policy 3.1 Work with the MTA to establish bus stops at appropriate locations throughout the City to adequately
serve retail, employment, rail and other public gathering areas.
Policy 3.2 Provide lighted, sheltered bus stops to encourage transit use.
Policy 33 Continue to support the City Transit system which serves to provide a viable alternative to the
automobile and to reduce traffic trips.
Policy 3.4 Project convenient access to and adequate parking for the City's Metrolink station to increase
utilization of the Metrolink system by both commuters and visitors to the Baldwin Park area,
Goal 4.0 Accommodate alternative modes of transportation in land use and circulation planning.
Policy 4.1 Provide for a Citywide bicycle path system consistent with General Plan Figure C -4 that can be
implemented in a safe and efficient manner.
Policy 4.2 Continue funding City programs which provide for sidewalk construction in residential neighborhoods
where sidewalks do not exist and are desired by local residents.
Health and Sustainability Element Goals and Policies
Goal HS -2 Provide for compact walkable neighborhoods and business districts both within and beyond
Downtown.
Policy 3.01 Build a network of complete streets that provides space for living, walking, and biking — not just for
driving.
Policy 3.02 Promote bicycling as a primary mode of transportation and as part of a larger transportation system.
Policy 3.04 Promote and expand transit service throughout the City, especially in underserved areas.
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B) Less than Significant Impact. The Congestion Management Program (CMP) is administered by the Los Angeles
County Metropolitan Transportation Authority (Metro). The CMP establishes a service goal of LOS E or better on all
CMP roadway segmenst• CMP facilities within Baldwin Park include 1 -10 and 1 -605• The proposed Health and
Sustainability Element does not involve construction or development activity that has not been analyzed and
accounted for in the General Plan EIR. Any future development will be required to prepare a traffic impact analysis
to determine if it creates i a substantial change to the level of service. For purposes of the CMP, substantial
changes for freeway segments are defined as an increase or decrease of 0.10 in demand to capacity (D /C) ratio
and a corresponding change in LOS.35 The City will determine if a traffic impact analysis is required as part of the
City's standard project review process and determine potential future impacts to CMP facilities. Impacts related to
level of service standards on CMP facilities will be less than significant.
C) No Impact. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element is focused on achieving healthy and sustainable
objectives and does not authorize any construction that will result in the need to redirect or otherwise alter air traffic
patterns. Furthermore, the proposed Health and Sustainability Element will not result in substantial population
growth that could significantly increase air traffic. Therefore, the project will have no air traffic impacts.
D) No Impact. Th e project does not involVe the construction of any roadway bu+ t will have an eff ect on the rv' y' S street
and and site design standards. The Health and Sustainability Element encourages street design to increase the number
of complete streets within the City of Baldwin Park by supporting traffic - calming improvements such as improved
roadway design, clearly marked crosswalks and bike lanes, speed bumps, median islands, and other traffic - calming
measures. Other potential programs include improvements to shading, lighting, and signage.36 These programs,
however, will not substantially increase hazards due to design features or incompatible uses but will help reduce
hazards and increase pedestrian, bicycle, and vehicular safety, No impact will occur.
E) Less than Significant Impact. The project does not involve any road construction or any development activity
and thus will not obstruct or restrict emergency access to or through the City. Future development facilitated by
implementation of the Health and Sustainability Element policies will be subject to local site plan review. In
conjunction with the review and approval of building permits, the County Fire Department reviews all plans to
ensure compliance with all applicable emergency access and safety requirements. With continued application of
project review procedures, impacts involving emergency access will be less than significant.
F) No Impact. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element policies and programs will not conflict with or have an
effect on any local or regional policies involving support of alternative transportation. The Health and Sustainability
Element does not conflict with General Plan transportation policies that support public transit and will not interfere
with the current or future goals involving the local bus systems or Metrolink transit options. In addition, the project
encourages walking, bicycling, and the use of public transit. The project will have no impact on alternative
transportation plans.37
35 Los Angeles County Metropolitan Transit Authority. 2010 Congestion Management Program. 2010.
36 City of Baldwin Park. Draft Health and Sustainability Element. August 2014.
37 City of Baldwin Park. General Plan. September 2002.
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4.17 — UTILITIES AND SERVICE SYSTEMS
Would the project:
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A) Less than Significant Impact. Wastewater treatment services for the City of Baldwin Park are provided by Los
Angeles County Sanitation District (LACSD). Wastewater treatment requirements for the Los Angeles County
Sanitation District treatment facilities are established by the Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board
(RWQCB).38 These treatment requirements establish pollutant limits for effluent discharges to receiving waters.
The project will not result in construction of new structures or development that requires additional wastewater
treatment services that was not accounted for and analyzed in the General Plan EIR. Future housing development
pursuant to the proposed Health and Sustainability Element will result in typical residential wastewater discharges,
and will not require new methods or equipment for treatment that are not currently permitted for the existing
treatment plants. The project will not result in an increase in wastewater to such an extent that RWQCB treatment
requirements cannot be met. Future development will not interfere with compliance with RWQCB wastewater
treatment requirements; thus, no impacts will be less than significant.
38 Los Angeles Regional Water Quality Control Board. LARWQCB Basin Plan. June 1994.
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B) Less than Significant Impact. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element will not involve construction or
development activity. Future development pursuant to the project will incrementally increase water demand and
wastewater discharges. Wastewater is treated at the San Jose Creek Water Reclamation Plant near the City of
Whittier, where it is treated and reused as groundwater recharge and irrigation of parks, schools, and greenbelts.
LACSD indicates that presently no deficiencies or significant treatment capacity limitations exist within their
facilities. According to LACSD, the district has adequate capacity to accommodate development associated with
implementation of the proposed project.39
The Los Angeles County Department of Public Works, Sewer Maintenance Division, and the Baldwin Park
Engineering Division consider the sewer line system adequate to handle foreseeable future development. The City
will identify the need for expansion of water and wastewater facilities, such as water and sewer mains, as needed,
on a project -by- project basis during its standard environmental review process. Any environmental impacts related
to the construction or expansion of water or wastewater facilities will be analyzed and mitigated for at the time of
development. The City has adopted policies in the General Plan to reduce potential growth- related impacts
associated with future development. With adherence to the policies identified in the existing General Plan Open
Space and Conservation Element, impacts related to the expansion of water and wastewater facilities will be less
than significant.
Policy 1.1 Work closely with local water and sewer districts in determining and meeting community needs for
water and sewer service.
Policy 1.2 Permit development densities and intensities no higher than the City's ability to provide the necessary
public services, utilities, street capacities, and recreational opportunities required for the areas affected
by development.
C) Less than Significant Impact. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element is focused on achieving local
health and sustainability objectives and does not authorize any construction that will result in the need of new storm
water drainage facilities or the expansion of existing facilities. Drainage improvements are constructed on a project -
by- project basis. Construction of drainage devices will be subject to standard construction requirements for erosion
control and water quality requirements. Future development built pursuant to the proposed Health and
Sustainability Element and accounted for and analyzed in the General Plan EIR will comply with existing standards
and regulations for conveyance of stormwater; thus, impacts to the environment from construction of storm drain
infrastructure will be less than significant.
D) Less than Significant Impact. Potable water in Baldwin Park is provided by three water companies: Valley
County Water District (VCWD), San Gabriel Valley Water Company, and Valley View Mutual Water Company
(VVMWD). VCWD is the largest water supplier and serves approximately 55,000 people. VCWD has the capacity
to produce 15 million gallons of water per day (mgd). However, the average production is 7 to 8 mgd. Water
supplied by VCWD is from wells at a depth of approximately 600 feet in the Upper San Gabriel Groundwater Basin.
The proposed Health and Sustainability Element will not result in any population growth or additional demand on
water supplies as it does not authorize the construction of new development. The Element will guide development
to achieve healthier and more sustainable lifestyles through compact development, complete streets, programs to
reduce GHG emissions, and increased opportunities for recreation and physical activities. Future development has
been previously accounted for and analyzed in the General Plan EIR and will be subject to the City's standard
environmental review process pursuant to CEQA. Therefore, the proposed Health and Sustainability Element will
not result in the need for new or expanded water supplies, and impact will be less than significant.40
E) Less than Significant Impact. Wastewater treatment requirements are established by the Los Angeles RWQCB.
The proposed Health and Sustainability Element is a policy -based document that encourages healthy and
39 City of Baldwin Park. General Plan Environmental Impact Report. September 2002.
40 City of Baldwin Park. General Plan Environmental Impact Report. September 2002.
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sustainable objectives and does not authorize the construction of new structures or development. The City will
review future development pursuant to the project as part of the standard environmental review process to
determine adequate capacity to serve the discharge needs in comparison to treatment plant capacity. Impacts
related to wastewater treatment capacity are anticipated to be less than significant.
F) Less than Significant Impact. The El Sobrante Landfill in Corona, operated by the County Sanitation Districts of
Los Angeles County, is the primary destination for solid waste collected in Baldwin Park. The current capacity for
the landfill is approximately 16,054 tons per day of solid waste. The landfill is currently 12% filled with a remaining
capacity of 145,530,000 tons from its maximum permitted capacity of 184,930,000 tons and anticipates a closing
date of January 1, 2045. Other landfills are also available to serve the City. The Chiquita Canyon Sanitary Landfill,
located in Castaic, has a permitted daily capacity of 6,000 tons per day and a total capacity of 63,900,00 cubic
yards, with a remaining capacity of 29,300,000 cubic yards. The Chiquita Canyon Landfill is estimated to close in
2019. Regional plans are underway to transport waste by rail to landfill sites in the desert areas to the east.
Compliance with existing General Plan Open Space and Conservation policies (see below) and County waste
reduction programs and policies will reduce the volume of solid waste entering landfills. The project does not
involve construction or development activities not accounted for and analyzed in the General Plan EIR; therefore, it
will not generate amounts of solid waste that will impact the landfills serving the City. Individual development
projects within the City will be required to comply with applicable State and local regulations, thus reducing the
amount of landfill waste by at least 50 percent. The Health and Sustainability Element also includes the section
"Reduce, Reuse, Recycle, and Compost" which aims to increase composting, recycling and source reduction
citywide to meet and exceed the mandates of the AB 939 (California Recycling Laws). Implementation of the
project will help reduce solid waste citywide. Impacts related to sufficient landfill capacity are anticipated to be less
than significant.
Open Space and Conservation Element Goals and Policies
Goal 7.0 Deduce the amount of solid waste produced in Baldwin Park.
Policy 71 Implement goals and policies contained in the City's Household Hazardous Waste and Source
Reduction and Recycling Elements as mandated by AB939, as amended.
Policy 7,2 Maximize public awareness of all source reduction and recycling programs.
Policy 7.3 Encourage composting of organic materials and recycling in general as an alternative to waste
disposal.
Policy 7.4 Encourage participation in local and County waste disposal programs for such household hazardous
waste items as automotive products, paints, chemicals, tires, and batteries.
Health and Sustainability Element Goals and Policies
Policy 6.01 Encourage residents and businesses to take an active role in reducing consumption and increase the
recycling, reuse, and composting of materials.
Policy 6.02 Reduce consumption and increase recycling and reuse of materials in City operations.
G) No Impact. Residential waste collection in Baldwin Park is disposed of in regional landfills, as described above.
The proposed Health and Sustainability Element does not authorize the construction of new structures or
development. All new development will be required to comply with State mandates and City regulations regarding
reduction /recycling of household waste. None of the proposed policies inherent in the proposed Health and
Sustainability Element will have any effect upon or result in any conflicts with solid waste disposal regulations. No
impact will occur.
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Evaluation of Environmental
4.18 — MANDATORY FINDINGS OF SIGNIFICANCE
Potentially
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wildlife species, cause a fish or wildlife
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community, reduce the number or restrict the
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A) Less than Significant Impact. The results of the preceding analysis indicate that the proposed project will have
no effect upon sensitive biological, historical, or paleontological resources, and will not result in significant impacts
to archaeological resources with mitigation incorporated. There will be no impact to scenic vistas and less than
significant impacts to visual character and resources. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element is a policy -
based document that encourages healthy and sustainable objectives. Because the project will not authorize any
plan to develop new development or to redevelop existing sites and will not change existing City land use policy
regarding locations or intensities of residential development, it will not result in any effects that will degrade the
quality of the environment. The City hereby finds that impacts related to degradation of the environment will be less
than significant, that no impacts to biological and cultural resources will occur.
B) Less than Significant Impact. Cumulative effects resulting from full implementation of the City's residential land
use policies were evaluated in the General Plan EIR. The proposed Health and Sustainability Element does not
involve construction or development activity and will not change any of these policies and does not propose any
specific development or redevelopment project that could contribute to short -term or long -term cumulative impacts
that were not addressed sufficiently in the General Plan EIR. The Health and Sustainability Element does not have
any changes to land use designations; thus is consistent with the project analyzed in the General Plan EIR. The
City thereby finds that the contribution of the proposed project to cumulative impacts will be less than significant.
C) Less than Significant Impact. As supported by the preceding environmental evaluation, the project will not result
in substantial adverse effects on human beings. Under each environmental consideration addressed in the
preceding analysis, the proposed project is considered to have little or no adverse impacts on people and the
environment. Based on the analysis in this Initial Study, the City finds that direct and indirect impacts to human
beings will be less than significant.
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5 REFERENCES
5.1 — LIST OF PREPARERS
City of Baldwin Park
Community Development Department
Planning Division
14403 East Pacific Avenue
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
■ Amy Harbin, AICP, City Planner
MIG ( Hogle- Ireland
169 N. Marengo Avenue
Pasadena, California 91101
626- 744 -9872
• Laura Stetson, AICP, Principal
• Christopher Brown, Director of Environmental Services
• Olivia Chan, Project Associate
• Anita Au, Project Assistant
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Ricardo Pacheco, Mayor Pro Tern
Cruz Baca, Councilmember
Monica Garcia, Councilmember
Susan Rubio, Councilmember
INTRODUCTION
Comm unities across the nation are exploring strategies and programs 10 address community
health and sustainability, with the overall goal of creating better living environments for
current and future residents. This Health and Sustainability Element provides direction
for improving community and ecological health in Baldwin Park for years to come.
Increasingly, doctors and other public health professionals are recognizing the links
between how our cities are built and people's health. For example, a city with ample
parks and other safe open spaces provides a variety of opportunities for people to exercise.
Neighborhoods that have good sidewalks and safe pedestrian and bicycle routes to shops,
schools, parks, and restaurants encourage people to get out of their cars for local trips.
Zoning regulations that facilitate community gardens and farmers' markets give residents
greater options for and access to healthy foods.
The City ofBaldwin Park has chosen to integrate health and sustainabiiityp|anning in
recognition of the close relationship between healthy people and a healthy environment.
Health practitioners support good city planning policies that create walkable and cohesive
communities because these practices can improve residents' health and reduce heart
disease, obesity, and asthma. Also, these policies can contribute toward more sustainable
consumption practices by reducing waste and pollution through wiser and efficient use
of natural resources, Such as water and fossil fuels. Through our local planning efforts,
we can help improve regional air quality, which is good for the environment and the
health of our residents.
Beginning in the early 2UO0s Baldwin Park initiated several programs to improve local
health and environmental conditionsusinggmntfundingfnomdiveoesouroe.However,
individual prograrn efforts were not coordinated by a guiding policy framework, This Health
and Sustainab{Oty Element aligns the programs, policies, and projects into acomprehensive
Vision and Strategic Plan for the healthy development of the City.
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Bicycling for recreation or
transportation b good tmyom
health and the environment. The Son
Gabriel Commuter Bikeway includes
bicycle access /o Baldwin Park
through the Walnut Creek Nature
Center and possibly along Baldwin
Park Boulevard. A commuter bikeway
along Ramona Boulevard enables on
easy cross-town connection. Baldwin
Park is included /n the Son Gabriel
Valley Bike Master Plan, which will
establish bicycle links between cities
/n the valley and greater Los Angeles
County.
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Participants of a Taste o/Baldwin
Park, 2013
Sustainable Community Fair ot the
Celebrate Baldwin Pork Carnival,
Community Participation
The Health and Sustainabi|ity8ement reflects the priorities voiced by the Baldwin Park
community. Baldwin Park residents and stakeholders contributed insight and ideas, and
helped develop the goals and policies contained in this Bement Public participation
tookthe following forms:
Interviews with community stakeholders and a sponsored booth atthe T05te
of Baldwin Park event in July of2Ol3 helped to identify community health and
sustainmbi|ity issues that the public wished to address in the Health and Sustain-
ability Element. Priorities noted included reducing childhood obesity and reducing
smoking rates.
x The City formed anAd Hoc Committee to explore ideas, discuss public input, and
neviewdraft materials.The committee included representatives from the [ityCounciL
Planing Commission, the Baldwin Park Unified School District, Kaiser Permenente
and Healthy Eating Active Communities.
x Volunteer Planners were trained in reach deep into the community and provide
additional avenues for residents io discuss their ideas and concerns. Close to9O
community members worked with the Volunteer Planners to complete a survey that
included questions concerning barriers to physical activity, preferences for green
space, and ways 1u reduce water, energy use, and waste.
n Community members attended hearings with the Planning Commission and the
City Council to review the Draft Health and Sustainability Element.
» Intewiews with community-based collaborative People on the Move and the non-profit
organization California Center for Public Health Advocacy ([CPHA) helped to
identify health and sustainabi|ity programs already underway in the City.
» Meetings with the Baldwin Park Resident Advisory Council (BPRAC) guided City staff
in prioritizing susta|nabi|ity initiatives. Members of8PRACalso worked with the
Volunteer Planners and the GCPHA tu obtain input from residents throughout the
community about their concerns and priorities related to health and sustainability.
Scope of the Element
The Baldwin Park Health and Sustainability Element is organized around the framework
below.Within thisframework, Baldwin Parkhas identified goals, policies, and implementation
actions of critical importance to move our communitytoward the sustainable and healthy
city vm aim tobe.
Sustainability in Baldwin Park
The City has actively pursued programs to improve the health and environmental conditions
dating back many years, with very earnest initiatives starting in the early 2AOUs.Substantial
progress has been made to both educate the community and achieve measurable results.
However, we are still some distance from our goals. To provide a baseline against which
to gauge future progress, this section provides a snapshot of health and environmental
conditions asmf20l4.
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Our City in 2014
The way Baldwin Park--or any city—is designed influences public health and local
environmental conditions. Communities that have a variety of housing, shopping,
employment, and recreation options, and that provide on efficient and convenient Multi-
modal tenspurtationsystem,makeiteasyfurresiden1stohavehea|thierandactive
lifestyles.They can safely and easily walk, bike, or take transit to the places they go every
day. Well-planned communities attract investment in new and expanded businesses
because they are exciting and engaging places where people want to be. Communities
that have efficient transportation options can retain and support the competitiveness of
small- to medium-sized businesses, which are the source of most employment growth.
If you had viewed Baldwin Parkfrom the air in 2014, you would have noted that the cityform
has retained a land use and roadway pattern reflecting our suburban roots, with residential
neighborhoods largely removed from commercial districts. Interstate lO creates amajor
barrierto walking and bicycling between residential neighborhoods and shopping areas,
and some neighborhoods lack sidewalks and good links to schools and parks. However, the
City had embarked onsmart'gm��hinitiatives,indud|n�emphasizingin�1fdeve|opment
neighborhood revitalization, mixed uses, and transit-oriented development, especially
in the Downtown area. The General Plan Land Use Element includes Mixed-Use (and
usedesignadonsLoaccommodatehigher'intensi1yusesnearDowntown'theKAetro|ink
station, and other local centers of activity.The City had also begun to establish bike lanes
for better connections to destinations throughout the community, especially to parks,
schools, Downtown, and the Transit [enter/K8etro|inkstation.
Our Environment in 2014
Scsta|nabi|kybabout balance: balancing efforts to improve quality of life without
compromising the ability Of future generations to meet their needs, and balancing
ecological improvements with economic prosperity, Importantly, sustsinabi|hyimplies
responsible and proactive decision-making and innovation to achieve this balance and
create a better future.
One *fthe most pressing environmental issues Ofourdmeis related to climate change and
the growing level of greenhouse gases trapped in the Earth's atmosphere. Global climate
change is an increasingly acknowledged environmental concern, with scientific consensus
that climate change is caused by greenhouse gases released into the atmosphere faster
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than Earth's natural systems can reabsorb them. Greenhouse gases are largely created by
human processes, especially the burning of fossil fuels in our cars and energy systems.
Scientists predict that this imbalance in the Earth's systems will cause world temperatures
to rise during the 21 st century. This rise in temperatures is anticipated to trigger more
severe weather events, including droughts, hurricanes, and tornadoes, as well as a rise
insea levels, Scientists predict that these changes will have ripple effects on plant and
animal species and habitats, and may even submerge some coastal areas.
In response to these concerns, California passed Assembly Bill 32, landmark legislation
that committed the Stateto reducing greenhouse gas emissions to 199O levels bytheyeer
2020 (a reduction of approximately 30 percent), and to achieve an 80 percent reduction
below \990 levels by2O50�
In addition to greenhouse gas emissions, pollution in our airand water is of intense concern
in Baldwin Park.The Communities Environmental Health ScreeningTool (referred to as the
"Cal EnviroScreen'tool) was developed bythe State Office of Environmental Health Hazard
Assessment to identify communities in California that have higher pollution burdens and
vulnerabilities than other areas, and therefore are most in need of assistance. In 2014, the
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portions of Baldwin Park located nearest tu the 1-605 and 1-18 freeways were identified
tu have among the highest pollution hazards and vulnerabilities in the State, ranking
in the top ninety-sixth percentile. The remaining areas of the City ranged between the
seventy-first and ninety-fifth percentiles,
These statistics represent one of the key reasons we have prioritized programs that address
community and environmental health.
An increasing number of Americans suffer from chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes
and asthma. Since 79N0, the number of obese Americans has doubled tm more than
one-third of the population, and the prevalence of Type 11 diabetes has also doubled. In
California, 34 percent of adolescents and 55 percent of adults are overweight. In addition,
asthma rates among children have more than doubled. Based on obesity trends, for the
first time in American history, children are not predicted to live as long as their parents.
This is disconcerting in light of the findings in a study by UCLA Center for Public Health
Po|icy Research and the California renter for Public Health Advocacy which reported
that in 2010, 46.7 percent of children in Baldwin Park were overweight. In the face of
thesealarming statistics,an increasing numberof cities have begun identifying strategies
to improve the health of residents by expanding opportunities to be physically active,
reducing pollution exposure, providing access to healthy foods, and fostering strong
community ties.
According toa Health Assessment completed in20l3by Kaiser Permanente, almost Z9
Exposure Indicators: Baldwin Park has m higher level ofpollution exposure than baverage for its region and the State, as measured by
toxic releases from facilities (TDI), traffic, diesel particulate matter, particulate matter pollution, and ozone levels.
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percent of Baldwin Park residents, are overweight, and another 25 percent are considered
obese More Baldwin Park youth are overweight (l5] percent) and obese (30.6percent)
when compared to California (14.3 percent and 29.8 percent). Baldwin Park also has the
largest population of students who are overweight (40.7 percent). Data from the 2013
Health Assessment showsthat stakeholders attribute the prevalenceof obesity/overweight
to a lack nfnutrition education' lack of access to healthy food options, and increased
consumption of large amounts of sugar, processed foods, fast foods, and sugarydrinks.
Nearlya quarterof Baldwin Park residents aged 45years and older have been diagnosed
with diabetes, Asthma hospitalizations for adults in Baldwin Park exceed the State average
by over 38 percent. Other chronic diseases of concern include hypertension (high blood
pressure) and cardiovascular (heart) disease. Low infant birth weight, which is often linked
with infant mortality rates, is higher in Baldwin Park than surrounding jurisdictions and
exceeds the county average. Despite these statistics, mortality rates are generally lower
in Baldwin Park, |arge!y due to the ne|ativdyyoungerageof the total population. Asour
children age, we must ensure they are provided adequate education, information, and
resources to managetheir health issues and help reduce the incidence of chronic diseases,
A varietyof recreotionolprogmmoirriedut improving the health of the City's residents are offered at City parks. Morgan Park bthe
City's largest community park and offers active uodpnsive recreational areas, including owmterp&yarea,p6ggnoundequipment,
sports fields, outdoor omph itheo ter, picnic shelters, and indoor recreation areas.
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The movement toward a healthy and sustainable Baldwin Park is well underway, as indicated
by the extensive plans and initiatives already in place (Table HS-1). These achievements
are a result of collaborative partnerships between the City of Baldwin Park and multiple
partners, including public health departments, academic institutions, private institutions,
and neighboring cities and counties, We will continue on this path and focus on readily
implementable action steps to create a better tomorrow for the next generation.
Table HS- 1: Health and Sustainability Plans and Programs as of 2014
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RELATED PLANS AND PROGRAMS
This Health and Sustainability Element builds upon planning initiatives started bythe City
in 2002 with adoption of a new General Plan. The Land Use and Urban Design Elements
ceatedthemrigino|visionformixed-usecenteuandpedestdan~friend|ydeve|upments,
with dear direction for an exciting center in Downtown Baldwin Park. The Circulation
Element identified proposed new bike lanes and introduced the idea of multi-modal
consideration. The Open Space and Conservation and Air Quality Elements set forth
sustainability goals and policies related to water, energy, natural resources conservation,
and POIILJtion reduction, More than a decade after these Elements were adopted, this
Health and Sustainability Element was crafted to take these goals further, and to identify
concrete implementation actions to turn our vision into a rea|ity. The matrix on the
following page shows the relationship between this Health and Sustainability Element
and the other General Plan elements.
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GOALS, POLICIES, AND IMPLEMENTATION ACTIONS
To achieve our goals to create a healthier, greener, and stronger Baldwin Park, our focus
must be on action. Annually, the City will review the following performance measures to
track progress towards increasing environmental sustainability, economic prosperity, and
health outcomes across the city.
Table HS-3: Health and Sustainability Performance Measures
Miles of streets with pedestrian accommodation One mile
Number of street trees planted 10
Number and severity of pedestrian-vehicle and bicycle-vehicle decrease by10
crashes percent
Number of peclestrian-vehicle and bicycle-vehicle fatalities Zero
Baldwin Park Unified School District students physical activity Increase by 10
levels (Fitnessgram data)
Sales tax revenue
Chronic disease incidence
percent
Increase by two
percent
Decrease by five
percent
Green open space provides recreational opportunities for a variety of activities, including leisurely picnics or more active play.
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Health and Sustainability
Sustainability is achieved through careful planning to meet the needs of the present
generation without corn promising the ability of future generations to meet their own needs.
Acrossthe United States, communities are implementing a varietyof urban sustainability
initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and create a better environment. These
initiatives recognize that community health, ecological health, and economic health are
integrallytied and should be supported together.The physical structure of our city—our
buildings, parks, and transportation corridors—has a significant impacts on our ability
to achieve resource efficiency and improvements in public health, social networks, and
economic vitality,
"Compact development" refers toa development approach that incorporates higher
densities that maximize the use of land."EqUitable development" refers to development
that minimizes displacement of existing residents and increases the diversity and vitality
of communities by providing a variety mf housing options and destinations.
As our population ages, and as energy prices and the environmental consequences of
burning fossil fuels continue to rise, we anticipate an increased demand for housing near
jobs centers, transit, and other places where transportation options are easy and affordable.
Often referred to as "transit-oriented development' (TOD), this type of development is
generally compact, mixed-use (combining residential with commercial uses), and within
walking distance (usually about half a mile) of high-quality transit. Residents of transit-
oriented developments ran. often choose to drive less because they have convenient
access tmpublic transportation and safe streets. Equitable TOD offers a mix nfhousing
choices affordable to people with a range of incomes. Providing affordable housing near
transit can significantly lower combined housing and transportation costs, which can
claim 55 to 60 percent of the household incomes of working families. These efforts can
also enhance the City's overall economic vitality by creating a desirable place where
people and businesses want tube.
Train travel -A great way to reduce
your carbon footprint
"Complete streets"are streets designed for safe use by everyone —pedestrians, bicyclists,
drivers, and transit riders. Baldwin Park's Complete Streets policy has been recognized
as one of the strongest in the nation. Our Complete Streets policy creates standards and
design criteria for all future roadway improvements to accommodate many travel mode
ko all locations in the city.
"The City of Baldwin Park will create a safe and efficient transportation system
that promotes the health and mobility of all Baldwin Park citizens and visitors by
pmvidinghigh-qua|hypedetrian'bicyc|ing.andtransitaccesstoaUdes11nations
throughout the city, and will design its streets for people, with beauty and
amenities, The City mf Baldwin Park will provide for the needs ofdrivers, transit
users, bicyclists, and pedestrians of all ages and abilities in all planning, design,
construction, reconstruction, retrofit, operations, and maintenance activities and
products.
The City of Baldwin Park will enhance the safety, access, convenience, and comfort
of all users of all ages and abilities. The City understands that children, seniors,
and persons with disabilities will require special accommodations'
— Baldwin Park Complete Streets Policy, adopted 2Ull
The graphic on the following page illustrates how frontage and street improvement
can be integrated to create attractive, functional streetscapes.
Safe streets provide on inviting environment forpeople and include pedestrian amenities such as shade and seating, and that
help improve safety o/ bicyclists ondpedetriunshy including clearly idenhfiedbike lanes undpedetrioncrosswalks.
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Action HS-3.13: Consider having a Ticlovfa'or bike rodeo events to encourage people
Action HS-3.20: Prioritize safety improvements at railroad crossings, especially for
Rfie%Anrn =nA Green infrastructure
Rainwaterthat washes over our streets and sidewalks contains pollutants left behind from
our daily activities (motor oil from our cars, grease from industrial activities, and pesticides
from lawns and gardens). If left untreated, the rainwater carries those pollutants directly
into our local rivers and eventually to the ocean. We can come into contact with these
pollutants through our drinking water and when we swim in rivers, lakes, and oceans.
Storrnwater infiltration planters, also called Rain Gardens, are an effective way to remove. pollutants from stormwater, improving
to walk and bike in the community.
Action HS-3.14:
Prioritize ADA ramp improvements near all schools, parks, and transit
stops.
Action HS-3.15:
As part of street improvement projects, provide pleasant places to
rest along main pedestrian routes.
Action HS-3.16:
Develop a pedestrian improvement plan that identifies necessary
improvements throughout the City and establishes a priority system
based on highest levels of pedestrian traffic and most deteriorated
infrastructure.
Action HS-3.17:
Provide and maintain shade/street trees and appropriate lighting
along the whole length of priority pedestrian routes, including Maine
Avenue, Ramona Boulevard, and Baldwin Park Boulevard.
Action HS-3.18:
Ensure that transit stops are comfortable, safe, and well-lighted.
Action HS-3.19:
Improve access and connections tie public transit by linking the transit
centers to bicycle and pedestrian networks.
Action HS-3.20: Prioritize safety improvements at railroad crossings, especially for
Rfie%Anrn =nA Green infrastructure
Rainwaterthat washes over our streets and sidewalks contains pollutants left behind from
our daily activities (motor oil from our cars, grease from industrial activities, and pesticides
from lawns and gardens). If left untreated, the rainwater carries those pollutants directly
into our local rivers and eventually to the ocean. We can come into contact with these
pollutants through our drinking water and when we swim in rivers, lakes, and oceans.
Storrnwater infiltration planters, also called Rain Gardens, are an effective way to remove. pollutants from stormwater, improving
"Green infrastructure" uses natural landscaping to collect, filter, and cleanse polluted runoff
by mimicking natural processes where rainfall evaporates, is taken up by plants, or drains
into the soil. Almost any type of street can be "greened," including major thoroughfares,
local neighborhood streets, and alleys around commercial areas.
Green streets also improve air quality by capturing small particles of pollution and reducing
"heat islands"that occur when concrete and asphalt are heated during hot weather. They
can make our streets more enjoyable to walk along and calm traffic, making walking
and biking safer and more enjoyable. Green streets can also reduce the risk of localized
flooding and the need for more costly traditional ^qrey^ infrastructure—such asexpanded
sewer systems and water treatment facilities—to handle runoff.
Elements of green infrastructure can include sidewalk planters, tree boxes, landscaped
medians and parkways, and permeable paving. The plants and soils used ingreen
infrastructure landscaping are specifically chosen to helpfilterand breakdown pollutants.
Green streetclesigns mayalso reducethe amountof hard surface by narrowing the street.
VYhHe these pnojects can be|argemodcomple�thee are many dmp|e and cos�eMec1ive
measures that can be implemented incrementally.
Baldwin Park is built on soil that was migrated to its current location through millions of
years nf rainwater and streams running into the San Gabriel Valley. Asa result, the soil
has high send content and excellent drainage properties. Development in Baldwin
Park has covered much of this soil with pavement and buildings, which keeps water from
seeping into the ground.This often results in ponds of "urban slobber,"a term for run-off
that pools along curbs and in pavement depressions from irrigation waste, car washing,
and light rainfall. Urban slobber accumulates pollutants into small concentrated ponds
of contamination, -rhe City can increase the infiltration of stormwater and urban runoff
using Low Impact Development (L|D)techniques.
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Low-water-use plant materials can
be attractive and sustainable.
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As feasible and necessary, incorporate dry wells next to or inside catch
basins to reduce urban slobber.
Action HS-4.3:
Establish an eco-district where green infrastructure improvements
are first prioritized, providing an educational foundation for future
projects.
Action HS-4.4:
Continue to require all new development projects that exceed S25,000
to developers install LID technologies to treat, capture, and infiltrate
stormwater and urban runoff on site, where it lands.
Action HS-4.5:
Require the use of permeable paving for parking lots, streets, driveways,
pathways, etc.
Action HS-4.6:
Replace existing alleys surfaces with pavers that allow infiltration
and/or permeable concrete and asphalt,
Action HS-4.7:
Work to mitigate irrigation practices that result in overspray and
collection of runoff in gutters.
Action HS-4.8:
Develop a systern that facilitates neighbors reporting violators of
water conservation requirements with "polite warnings".
Action HS-4.9:
Require all new developments to utilize LID strategies, including rain
gardens, bioswales, stormwater filters and screens for storm drains,
in-ground infiltration using dry wells and infiltration trenches, and
water recycling facilities, with the goal of retaining and treating all
storm water on site.
Action HS -4.10:
Provide incentives for property owners to retrofit existing parking
lots to increase stormwater capture.
Action HS -4.11:
Continue to explore sidewalk and planting technologies that contribute
to sidewalk longevity and reduce cracks and uplifting due to tree
roots.
Action HS-4.12:
Prioritize green infrastructure improvements in development focus
areas identified in the Land Use Element, beginning with Downtown.
Action HS-4.13:
Focus LID retrofits, street trees, road diets, and bike routes, as feasible,
in the eco-district.
Action HS-4.14:
Develop educational tools to promote LID and the variety of available
green infrastructure tools.
Action HS -4.15:
Participate in Park(ing) Day, transforming metered parking spots into
temporary public parks.
Action HS-4.16:
Reach out to corn munity leaders and businesses to spark interest in
sponsorships and maintenance of parklets.
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Community Safety
Community safety in Baldwin Park fal Is u nder the pu rview of the Police Department and
is supported by all City departments. The built environment has an important impact
on community safety. Streets, parks, and other public areas that feel ur look unsafe may
encourage crime, and are not attractive as places to walk or exercise. Crime Prevention
Through Environmental Design (CPTED) techniques can be used to increase public safety
through natural surveillance ("eyes on the street") and ease in continued maintenance.
Reducing crime enhances our living and business environments. A low crime rate attracts
new businesses and gives residents a greater sense of security and community pride.
Streets designed to increase pedestrian and bicycle traffic help to deter crime and increase public safety.
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Our Environment
In the U.S.,we create over l,500 pounds of trash per person annually. Only 35 percent
of that waste is recycled. California has established a target for each city to recycle or
reuse a minimum of 75 percent of its solid waste by 2020 (from a baseline year of 1989).
The cycle of creating and disposing of trash is hugely inefficient because we make and
destroyalmost identical products again and again, consuming hugequantities of energy
and materials, and creating pollution as a by-product. Disposing of our waste is also
becoming increasingly expensive as landfills close and waste hasto be transported over
great distances for disposal.
Recycling and waste reduction programs can have quick and positive impacts on the
environment. Waste reduction and reuse can also reduce costs for disposal; provide new
sources of materials for construction, manufacturing, and processing industries; and
create local jobs. The best way to make a substantial reduction in waste is to encourage
environmentally responsible behaviors, especially in our children.
Compost bins reduce
overburdened landfills and
produce soil rich hr nutrients which
can be used as a natural fertilizer.
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Transit Oriented Development—where a mix of uses such as high-density residential, shopping, and professional services are located
near public transit — facilitates pedestrian activity and reduces the reliance on automobiles. Fewer vehicles on streets and roadways
result in less traffic congestion, lower vehicle emissions, and overall better air quality.
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Energy Conservation and Alternative Energy
We use a tremendous amount of energy to power our modern lives. Energy is used in
many forms, including liquid fuels for transportation and electricity and natural gas for
buildings and industry. Conserving energy and utilizing alternative or low-carbon fuels
and power reduces the environmental impact of ourenergy use by reducing greenhouse
gas emissions. Energy costs are also a big component of household, business, and City
costs, Energy efficiency and conservation measures are proven ways to save money and
resources. For example, replacing old fixtures in local streetlights with energy-efficient
LED (light emitting diodes) lights reduces energy consumption by two thirds, improves
street safety, and saves money.
Solar panels un top of the Baldwin
Park Unified School District office,
Action HS4.1. Implement an Energy Efficient Ci - ty Plan tbat evaluates and priontizi
best practices for increasing the energy efficiency of City operations.
Action HS-7.2:
Perform energy audits of existing City operations and maintenance
Action HS-7.3:
Continue to replace City operating systems as needed with energy-
efficient alternatives.
Action HS-7.4:
Continue to explore opportunities to generate energy on City
properties, including installation of solar panels.
Action HS-7,5:
Investigatethe costs and advantages of installing dual-paned windows
in municipal facilities, and act upon the findings.
Action HS-7.6:
Adopt the Energy Action Plan prepared in conjunction with the San
Gabriel Valley Council of Governments. Implement identified actions
and strive to meet performance targets identified in the Energy Action
Action HS-7.7:
Promote and advertise State and local programs that provide low-
interest loans or rebates to property owners for the installation of
energy efficiency improvements or renewable energy devices.
tion HS-7.8: Explore funding opportunities to help the City make upgrades that
increase conservation efforts (e.g., purchase of street lights and
investments in new technology).
Using Water Wisely/Protecting Water Qual
Management
We rely on clean water for drinking, cooking, and cleaning and for industrial processes,
Water is a precious resource in Southern California, which has limited annual rainfall and
relies upon distant water sources to meet our increasing demands. When we talk about
water and the environment, concerns generally relate to use efficiency, water quality,
and water availability.
Water use efficiency, often referred to as water conservation, is a key factor in reducing
water demand, controlling costs associated with water use, and mitigating environmental
irnpacts of stormwater and sewer outflows. Water conservation measures can include use
of low-flow faucets, toilets, and showerheads; installation of drought-tolerant landscaping
and efficient irrigation systems; and designing buildings to recover and reuse water, or
convey it to a treatment center for recycling. As with all conservation efforts, these measures
are only half of the solution—the other half is education and our individual action.Take
shorter showers, turn the faucet off, and find and fix leaks. |n addition, energy is used to
convey, pump, distribute, treat, and heat water, so saving water also saves energy and
reduces greenhouse gas emissions.
Water quality is a major concern for our community, especially since Baldwin Park relies
on groundwater for its drinking water. Baldwin Park overlies the San Gabriel Valley Basin,
where groundwater was contaminated through decades of improper chemical handling
and disposal practices byindustries producing rocket fuel and so|ventsThiscontamination
created a polluted aquifer, which has been designated bythe U.S. Environmental Agency
(EPA) as a Superfund site. The City of Baldwin Park has worked closely with the EPA to
establish a plan to clean up the site and provide clean drinking water to Baldwin Park
residents. Four pumping and treatment centers in the Baldwin Parkarea workto provide
clean water to700'O0Ohomes.
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Spending time outdoors can reduce stress, increase concentration, encourage exercise,
and improve health. Natural areas and greenery also increase property values, create a
sense mf place, and make being outside more enjoyable.
Our parks and open spaces are well loved by Baldwin Park residents and visitors. However,
these areas are limited, and we continually seek ways to make our existing outdoor space
maximally beneficial for our community.
Urban greenery and street trees provide aesthetic, social, and environmental benefts,
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Contributing to Improved Air Quality
As discussed in detail in the Air Quality Element Southern California has historically
experienced high levelsof air pollution. While significant strides have been madesincethe
1970s in the reduction of smog (the federal Clean Air Act was passed in 1970), air quality
remains a significant issue. Health risks are associated with air Pollutants such as ozone,
carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, lead, nitrogen oxides, and small particles ("particulate
matter") of dust and pollution that remain in the air we breathe. In addition, these and
other pollutants—especially carbon dioxide—are known to contribute to increases in
greenhouse gases that remain trapped within the Earth's atmosphere and contribute
to climate change.
tree types that have the ability to provide sufficient shade, redUce
pollutants, produce oxygen, reduce stormwater runoff, retain moisture,
minimize impact to sidewalks, have few known disease and insect
pests, and acceptable fruit and flower litter. Establish tree criteria (such
as minimum number of treesfor street frontage) for new development
and redevelopment projects, and to facilitate canopy cover on streets
and parking areas.
Action HS-9,2:
Where appropriate, plant trees in available public right-of-way locations,
per the Urban Greening Strategy. Research, invest in, and manage
challenges associated with planting street trees in narrow parking
Action HS-9.3:
Consider creating an Urban Forestry Advisory Subcommittee within
the Recreation and Community Services Commission.
Action HS-9.4:
Maintain the City's Tree City USA designation, and continue yearly
celebration of Arbor Day.
Action HS-9.5:
ContinUeto enforce all ordinances pertaining to tree protection and
Action HS-9.6:
Through educational workshops, seminars, and printed products,
encourage property owners, residents,and community organizations
to plant and maintain trees.
Action HS-9.7:
Identifyfunding sourcesto provide residentswith free treesto provide
shade on their property and reduce energy costs in the summer.
Action HS-9.8:
Develop educational materials and wayfinding system for natural
areas, open space, and parks in the City.
Action HS-9.9:
Support efforts that increase public awareness about the benefits of
connecting children and adults to nature.
Action HS-9.1 0:
As feasible, incorporate unstructured natural settings in public play
areas, schools, and other learning environments.
Contributing to Improved Air Quality
As discussed in detail in the Air Quality Element Southern California has historically
experienced high levelsof air pollution. While significant strides have been madesincethe
1970s in the reduction of smog (the federal Clean Air Act was passed in 1970), air quality
remains a significant issue. Health risks are associated with air Pollutants such as ozone,
carbon monoxide, sulfur dioxide, lead, nitrogen oxides, and small particles ("particulate
matter") of dust and pollution that remain in the air we breathe. In addition, these and
other pollutants—especially carbon dioxide—are known to contribute to increases in
greenhouse gases that remain trapped within the Earth's atmosphere and contribute
to climate change.
ov possibly yeaob1ec|mmediateresponescaninc|udeinMabonoftheeyes nose, and
throat, headaches, dizziness, and fatigue. Long-term health impacts can include some
respiratory diseases, heart disease, and cancer.
As we worktoward improving local and regional air quality, we recognize that air quality is
a community-wide and regional issue thatcloes not respect neighborhood orjurisdictional
boundaries. Each resident and every community throughout the region must accept a
portion ufthe responsibility for addressing air quality problems.
The following goal and policies are complementary to those in the Air Quality Element.
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Addressing Climate Change
Climate change is the distinct change in measures of climate over a long period uftime.
While natural variations and changes in climate do occur, human activities are affecting
the atmosphere through emissions of greenhouse gases (GHG) and changes to the planet's
surface. Human activities that produce GHGs are the burning of fossil fuels (coal, oil and
natural gas for heating and electricity, gasoline and diesel for transportation); methane
frorn landfill wastes and raising livestock; deforestation activities; and some agricultural
practices.
Greenhouse gases differ from other emissions in that they contribute to the "greenhouse
effect ' "The greenhouse effect is a natural occurrence that helps regulate the temperature
of the planet. The majority of radiation from the sun hits the Earth's surface and warms
it. The surface in turn radiates heat back towards the atmosphere. Gases and clouds in
the atmosphere trap and prevent some of this heat from escaping back into space and
re-radiate itin all directions. This process b essential tosupporting life on Earth because
it warms the planet. However, emissions from human activities since the beginning of the
industrial revolution (approximately 250 years ago) are adding to the natural greenhouse
effect by increasing the gases in the atmosphere that trap heat, thereby contributing to
an increase in the Earth's temperature. Greenhouse gases produced by human activities
include carbon dioxide (CO 2 ), methane (CH.), nitrous oxide (N 2 0), hydrofluorocarbons
(HF[x)'perOuonocarbons(PF[s), and sulfur bexoMuoride (SF ).
Our health may also be impacted by climate change from increased risk of heat-related
deaths tuflooding and hazard mitigation, changing patterns uf infectious disease,
decreased air quality, drought, crop failure, and food insecurity.
Action HS-11.11: Every five years, update the Greenhouse Gas Emissions Inventory
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Good Chemistry: Environmentally Friendly Products and Practices
Conventional cleaning products can release harmful chemicals into the environment, polluting waterways and the air. Changing to
greener products for cleaning can help reduce risks associated with conventional cleaning products, as the "green'products are not
corrosive and meet strict standards regarding inhalation toxicity, combustibility, and skin absorption.
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Our Health
Parks: Places to Play and Relax
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Direct health care needs are generally addressed by governmental agencies at the county,
State, and federal levels. Community-based organizations such as clinics, private health
care providers, and educational institutions also workto provide affordable and convenient
care. Healthcare and mental health facilities offer primary, preventative, specialty, prenatal,
dental care, and substance abuse treatment and counseling services. Cities often provide
Parks are critical to community health as they are low cost, readily ovalf"able, and provide access to nature. Morgan Park gives
Baldwin Park residents of all ages opportunities for physical activities, contact with nature, and connections which can lead to greater
community cohesion and improved health and well being.
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emergency services, including police, fire, and paramedic services. Cities and other agencies
also prornote health through preventative measures, such as healthy living environments
and encouraging people to lead healthy lifestyles.
The Federal Government's Affordable Care Act is expected to have a major impact on
health care access across the country by ensuring that residents are insured, and that
insurance is accessible to everyone, regardless of income or medical status.
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Health Education: It Starts with Our Kids
Establishing a healthy lifestyle—including eating nutrient-rich foods and getting regular
exercise—begins in childhood. Cities can assist residents in establishing healthy habits by
partnering with local school districts and community organizations that provide services
to children and families, and byoffering supportive recreation and public health programs,
Baldwin Park isa leading example of "best practices" for health education programs in
several areas.The Baldwin ParkUnified School District provides health services, educational
resources to parents, fresh food to students, and physical education programs.The City
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has also partnered with local community groups to support and improve City programs.
Students have access to farm-to-fork nutrition lessons in a community garden, which is
made possible by Kaiser Permanente, and the City offers health education and recreation
programs at the Community Center.
Maintaining funding and ensuring adequate outreach and accessibility is a central challenge
for health education programs.
Healthy Foods: Affordable Access for All
Many neighborhoods lack sources of healthy, affordable food, as evidenced by the high
rates mf chronic diseases among low-income and minority populations. According to
the studySeorching for Healthy Food: The Food Landscape in California Cities and Counties
released byC[PHAin2OO7. Baldwin Park has sixtimesasmanytastfood restaurants and
convenient stores as supermarkets and produce vendors compared to the State rate of
four. Healthy food ic often most easily found in grocery stores, however, corner markets
and convenience stores can also be sources of healthy foods. In 2014, Baldwin Park had
six corner stores for every supermarket, and the incidence of obesity was among the
highest in the San Gabriel Valley and Los Angeles Counties. Corner store advocates around
the country are exploring how policy approaches could incentivize and sustain healthy
changes in small stores, and a pilot program was underway in 2014 in Baldwin Park.
Retail stores are not the only potential outlets for fresh and healthy food. Nonprofit
organizations and residents can plant community gardens and start farmers'marketstn
bring produce from regional farms into neighborhoods. Anotherapproach is community-
supported agriculture, which allows residents to purchase shares from farmers at the
beginning of a growing season in exchange for a portion of the crops. The farm either
delivers directlyto homes ordistributes at a specific location in the neighborhood, Residents
can also grow food in garden plots in their yards oron their balconies.
Forme 'murketspmvidemmmunitymembers with access to fresh foods and produce.
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The Baldwin Park Community Garden hosts the BPUSD's The Moveable Feast project, where in- garden nutrition lessons are given to
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Urban agriculture can take many forms, including community gardens (a local parcel of land
where residents can grow food for their own consumption, usually divided into multiple
small plots), backyard (or front yard) gardens, fruit trees in parks, and gardens at schools.
Historically, many families grew their own fruits and vegetables, either adjacent to their
homes or in community gardens.This practice was lost with wide-scale industrialization,
although it returned in the form of "victory gardens" during the First and Second World
klilars.Today, we see again a growing resurgence in urban gardening and agriculture,fueled
by concerns about food safety, sustainabi|itKand economic hardships. Baldwin Park is
already on the urban agriculture path, with two established community gardens that are
well used and loved byresidents,
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Community gardens provide families and individuals with the opportunity to produce their own food. These gardens also provide
access to nutritionally rich foods that may otherwise be unavailable to low-income persons.
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Leading the charge in sustainability, Baldwin Park's improvements to its historical Arts and Recreation Center (ARC) included
installation of sustainable landscaping consisting of native drought-tolerant vegetation and mulch.
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Move It! Recreation for All Life Stages
Prior generations of Americans led lives that kept them ata healthy weight. Kids walked
to and from school, ran around at recess, participated in gym class, and played outside
for hours before dinner.Today, children experience a very different lifestyle; walks to and
from school have been replaced by car and bus rides. Many gym classes and after-school
sports have been cut, and afternoons are now spent withTV, video games, and the internet,
To increase physical activity, today's children need safe routes to walk and bike ride to
school, together with parks, playgrounds, and community centers where they can play
after school. Children need 6O minutes of play with moderate to vigorous activity every
day, and adults need at least 30 minutes of exercise every day. Physical activity can be
fostered by the way our city is structured, as well as the activities that we choose to do.
"Smart buildings' are resource efficient and healthy places tospend our time. Using
sustainable practices,we can build new buildings and retrofit existing buildingsto reduce
energy consumption, use water efficiently, save natural resources by using recycled-
content materials, and reduce greenhouse gas emissions over the life of the building.
Smart buildings also utilize non-toxic building materials and incorporate natural systems
to perforrn some of the tasks a building may otherwise perform artificially, like providing
light, These features make buildings healthier and more pleasant toinhabit.
Our buildings and public places can promote health, community wel-beng, and quality
of life. Poorly designed buildings and public places can contribute to public health issues
such as asthma and cancer, The City of Baldwin Park is actively working to improve the
design, efficiency, and SLIstainability of buildings and public spaces to promote the highest
quality of life for residents.
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Mariachi musicians entertain at events in Baldwin Parkyear-round. Music, celebrations, and culture are integral - components of a
healthy community, they create common bonds and allow Baldwin Park residents to celebrate community in many ways.
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Appendix A
This Health and Sustainab!ity Element will be implemented over aten'puy year period,
The City Council will use it during the annual budgeting and Capital Improvement
Projects (CIP) process to prioritize program finding. Some of the Actions contained
in this element will consist of targeted, short-term efforts. Other will be multi-year
programs that require annual funding, and some will require coordination with other
agencies and entities.
The following matrix identifies anticipated time frames for implementing each of
the Actions.
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Action Priority
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1 -5 Years 5 -10 Years 10+ Years
Health and Sustainability
Assign and /or hire a dedicated City staff member
Action HS -1.1:
responsible for implementing of City -led health and
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sustainability initiatives, and identifying grants and funding
sources.
Establish a "green team" of representatives from each City
department to implement health and sustainability
Action HS -1.2: initiatives, and to monitor departmental success toward
reducing environmental impacts of City operations.
Action HS -1.3: Annually monitor and report the City's progress toward
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Focus efforts on developing a transit - oriented district in
Action HS -2.1: Downtown to maximize access to the Metrolink station and •
Transit Center.
Encourage creation of a Downtown Business Improvement
Action HS -2.2: District (BID) to fund localized improvements.
Pursue transit and pedestrian improvements near areas
Action HS -23: designated Mixed Use in the Land Use Element, including
upgraded bus stop amenities and crosswalk improvements.
Continue to implement the Citywide Design Guidelines to
Action HS -2.3: create more walkable streets and neighborhoods.
Encourage new development within the Downtown to
Action HS -2.4: provide public open spaces and plazas.
Getting Around: Walking, Biking, and Using Transit
Action HS -3.1: Implement the Complete Streets Policy,
Adopt and implement the Living Streets Manual designed
Action HS -3.2: for the City of Baldwin Park.
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Action Priority
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1 -5 Years 5 -10 Years 10+ Years
Action HS -3.11: Promote Bike to Work Day.
Support education and safety awareness for both cyclists
Action HS -3.12: and drivers, encouraging users to share the road and comply
with traffic laws. Education materials should be multilingual
(English, Spanish, Cantonese).
Consider having a "Ciclovia" or bike rodeo events to
Action H' 5 -3.13: encourage people to walk and bike in the community.
Action HS -3.14:
Prioritize ADA ramp improvements near all schools, parks,
and transit stops.
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Implement traffic - calming improvements, particularly near
schools, parks, and senior centers, including improved
Action HS -33:
roadway design, clearly marked crosswalks and bike lanes, 0
speed bumps, median islands, and other traffic - calming
measures.
Implement the Safe Routes to School (SRTS) Master Plan.
Fund and construct short -term devices identified in the Plan,
and actively pursue grants for the more extensive
Action HS -3.4:
infrastructure projects. Assist and support SRTS committees
at schools to coordinate ongoing education,
encouragement, and enforcement.
Develop signage and tailored wayfinding tools oriented to
Action HS -3.5:
walkers, bikers, and drivers.
Support efforts to develop and implement a San Gabriel
Valley Regional Bike Master Plan. With partner cities El
Action HS -3.6:
Monte, South El Monte, Monterey Park, and San Gabriel,
implement the SGV Bike Master Plan.
Construct commuter bikeways along the Walnut Creek Wash
Action HS -3.7:
and Ramona Boulevard. •
Provide additional bicycle facilities such as bicycle parking
Action HS -3.8:
and locker rooms at major transit hubs.
Incorporate bike lanes, °sharrows,° bike boxes at
Action HS -3.9:
intersections, and bike intersection crossings in road •
improvements.
Require installation of bicycle parking at new commercial
Action HS -3.10:
and multi - family residential buildings.
Action HS -3.11: Promote Bike to Work Day.
Support education and safety awareness for both cyclists
Action HS -3.12: and drivers, encouraging users to share the road and comply
with traffic laws. Education materials should be multilingual
(English, Spanish, Cantonese).
Consider having a "Ciclovia" or bike rodeo events to
Action H' 5 -3.13: encourage people to walk and bike in the community.
Action HS -3.14:
Prioritize ADA ramp improvements near all schools, parks,
and transit stops.
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Action Priority
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1 -5 Years 5 -10 Years 10+ Years
Action HS -3.1 S:
As part of street improvement projects, provide pleasant
places to rest along main pedestrian routes.
Develop a pedestrian improvement plan that identifies
Action HS -3.16:
necessary improvements throughout the City and
establishes a priority system based on highest levels of
pedestrian traffic and most deteriorated infrastructure.
Provide and maintain shade /street trees and appropriate
Action HS -3.17:
lighting along the whole length of priority pedestrian
routes, including Maine Avenue, Ramona Boulevard, and
Baldwin Park Boulevard.
Action HS -3.18:
Ensure that transit stops are comfortable, safe, and well -
lighted.
Action HS -3.19:
Improve access and connections to public transit by linking
the transit centers to bicycle and pedestrian networks.
Prioritize safety improvements at railroad crossings,
Action HS -3.20: especially for cyclists and pedestrians.
Provide City staff with incentives for using alternative forms
Action HS -3.21: of transportation such as transit discounts and vouchers,
carpool programs, and car sharing options.
Action HS -3.22: Provide bikes for the use of City workers on City business.
Modern and Green Infrastructure
Develop a city -wide approach to stormwater management
that takes advantage of excellent local soil infiltration
environment, including bottomless catch basins; porous
Action HS -4.1: concrete gutters; pervious pavers at intersections,
crosswalks, and in park hardscapes; linear bioinfiltration
strips in parkways and building setbacks; and rain gardens
with dry wells.
Incorporate LID retrofits in all future road improvements, as
right -of -way and conditions permit. For example, retrofit
permeable concrete gutters that percolate the run -off into
Action HS -4.2: the ground and add curbside features, such as diversion
bioswales, and modular planter box filters. As feasible and
necessary, incorporate dry wells next to or inside catch
basins to reduce urban slobber.
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Establish an eco- district where green infrastructure
Action HS -43: improvements are first prioritized, providing an educational
foundation for future projects.
Continue to require all new development projects that
exceed $25,000 to developers install Low Impact
Action HS -4.4: Development (LID) technologies to treat, capture, and S
infiltrate stormwater and urban runoff on site, where it
lands.
Require the use of permeable paving for parking lots,
Action HS -4.5: streets, driveways, pathways, etc.
Replace existing alleys surfaces with pavers that allow
Action HS -4.6: infiltration and /or permeable concrete and asphalt.
Action HS -4.7: Work to mitigate irrigation practices that result in overspray
and collection of runoff in gutters.
Develop a system that facilitates neighbors reporting
Action HS -4.8: violators of water conservation requirements with "polite •
warnings ".
Require all new developments to utilize LID strategies,
including rain gardens, bioswales, stormwater filters and
Screens for storm drains, in-ground infiltration using dry
Action HS-4.9: wells and infiltration trenches, and water recycling facilities,
with the goal of retaining and treating all stormwater on
site.
Provide incentives for property owners to retrofit existing
Action HS- 4.10: parking lots to increase stormwater capture.
Continue to explore sidewalk and planting technologies
Action HS -4.11: that contribute to sidewalk longevity and reduce cracks and
uplifting due to tree roots.
Prioritize green infrastructure improvements in
Action HS -4.12: development focus areas identified in the Land Use
Element, beginning with Downtown.
Focus LID retrofits, street trees, road diets, and bike routes,
Action HS -4.13: as feasible, in the eco- district.
Develop educational tools to promote LID and the variety of
Action HS -4.14: available green infrastructure tools.
Participate in Park(ing) Day, transforming metered parking
Action HS -4.15: spots into temporary public parks.
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Action Priority
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Reach out to community leaders and businesses to gauge
Action HS -4.16: interest in sponsorships and maintenance of parklets.
Community Safety
Review development applications and encourage CPTED
Action HS -5.1: techniques and active surveillance measures in high -risk
areas such as parking lots.
Action HS -5.2:
Provide natural surveillance through park and open space
design.
Keep programs in place that provide for prompt graffiti
Action HS -5.3: removal.
Reduce, Reuse, Recylce, and Compost
Expand the availability of recycling bins at municipal
facilities, public parks, and recreational spaces. As necessary,
Action HS -6.1: increase the size, durability, and range of materials 0
accepted. Encourage children to get involved and decorate
bins with local children's art.
Continue the Clean Cart Challenge, and continue to work
Action HS -6.2: with contracted waste and hauling service providers to
identify additional incentives to recycle, compost, and reuse.
Action HS -63: Establish a Green Infrastructure Zone.
Continue to implement programs that encourage waste
Action HS -6.4: product reuse and recycling amongst industrial and
commercial businesses in the city.
Provide incentives to encourage residents to compost, such
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as free compost bins.
Continue the "Pay as you Throw" program, where the size of
Action HS -6.6: the trash cans provided dictates the trash bill. •
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Facilitate e -waste and hazardous waste recycling events to
make it easy to dispose of these products legally.
Continue to require all new commercial, industrial, and
Action HS -6.8: multifamily development to provide enclosures that NA NA NA
accommodate recycle and trash bins.
Work with local contract waste haulers to develop a pilot
Action HS -6.9: program for local restaurants to participate in a food service •
waste pick -up program,
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1 2 3
1 -5 Years 5 -10 Years 10+ Years
Energy Conservation and Alternative Energy
Implement an Energy Efficient City Plan that evaluates and
Action HS -7.1: prioritizes best practices for increasing the energy efficiency
of City operations.
Perform energy audits of existing City operations and
Action HS -7.2: maintenance practices on a regular basis to identify and
implement energy savings measures.
Action HS -73:
Continue to replace City operating systems as needed with
energy- efficient alternatives.
Continue to explore opportunities to generate energy on
Action HS -7.4: City properties, including installation of solar panels.
Investigate the costs and advantages of installing dual -
Action HS -7.5: paned windows in municipal facilities, and act upon the
findings.
Adopt the Energy Action Plan prepared in conjunction with
the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments. Implement
Action HS -7.6: identified actions and strive to meet performance targets
identified in the Energy Action Plan.
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Consider a pilot FOG (Fats -Oils- Grease) program to capture
restaurant and other business fats, oils, and grease waste for
Action HS -6.10:
use by third parties and conversion to alternative fuels.
Reach out to local businesses to encourage their
participation.
Continue to host bilingual educational events to increase
environmental awareness, such as Earth Day events and
Action HS -6.11:
"Make it Recycled" fairs, that promote community members 0
who reuse potential waste materials to make crafts, artwork,
and practical items.
Action HS -6.12:
Consider adopting a plastic bag ban to reduce plastic waste,
in conformance with applicable state laws.
Explore opportunities to reduce consumption and increase
Action HS -6.13:
reuse of materials, vehicles, and equipment in City 0
operations.
Reach out to local businesses to identify economies of scale
that can be created by linking different businesses'
Action HS -6.12:
consumption and recycling needs through outreach efforts
(e.g., Recycling Ambassadors and residents trained to visit
businesses to conduct environmental waste audits).
Energy Conservation and Alternative Energy
Implement an Energy Efficient City Plan that evaluates and
Action HS -7.1: prioritizes best practices for increasing the energy efficiency
of City operations.
Perform energy audits of existing City operations and
Action HS -7.2: maintenance practices on a regular basis to identify and
implement energy savings measures.
Action HS -73:
Continue to replace City operating systems as needed with
energy- efficient alternatives.
Continue to explore opportunities to generate energy on
Action HS -7.4: City properties, including installation of solar panels.
Investigate the costs and advantages of installing dual -
Action HS -7.5: paned windows in municipal facilities, and act upon the
findings.
Adopt the Energy Action Plan prepared in conjunction with
the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments. Implement
Action HS -7.6: identified actions and strive to meet performance targets
identified in the Energy Action Plan.
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Action Priority
1 2 3
1 -5 Years 5 -10 Years 10+ Years
Promote and advertise State and local programs that
Action HS -7.7:
provide low- interest loans or rebates to property owners for
the installation of energy efficiency improvements or
renewable energy devices.
Explore funding opportunities to help the City make
Action HS -7.8: upgrades that increase conservation efforts (i.e. purchase of 0
street lights and investments in new technology).
Using Water Wisely / Protecting Water Quality/ Stormwater Management
Develop a native and drought- tolerant planting palette for
Action HS -8.1: use by local developers, with a focus on the physical and e
climatic context and the corresponding maintenance needs.
Install drought - tolerant landscaping and water - conserving
Action HS -8.2: irrigation systems at Cityfacilities, medians, and parkway
strips to reduce water use and maintenance costs.
Require that all newly installed private landscaping covering
Action HS -83: more than 1,000 square feet install drought - tolerant 0
landscaping and water - conserving irrigation systems.
identify funding sources to provide incentives to local
property owners to remove lawn /turf areas and replace
Action HS -8.4: them with drought - tolerant landscaping or other approved
materials.
Action HS -8.5:
Encourage the use of high - efficiency irrigation technology,
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and allow recycled site water to be used for irrigation.
Action HS -8.6:
Explore opportunities for more actions using treated or raw
well water for park irrigation.
Consider adopting an ordinance that requires the
Action HS -8.7: installation of water - efficient fixtures upon the sale of a
property.
Increase awareness and involve the public in addressing
Action HS -8.8: runoff problems associated with daily activities.
Work with new development projects to increase on -site
water infiltration and storage, and to preserve, restore, or
Action HS -8.9: incorporate natural drainage systems into the site design for
the project.
Require contractors to comply with approved stormwater
Action HS -8.10: pollution prevention planning practices for all projects.
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Conduct routine inspections of construction sites to check
Action HS -8.11: for proper erosion control methods during construction
activities.
Consider revising the Water Conservation Ordinance to
Action HS -8.12: allow the use of artificial turf for landscaping purposes.
Coordinate a fixture exchange program to help residents
Action HS -8.13: increase conservation efforts.
Action HS-8.14:
Support educational programs that teach kids ways to
conserve water.
Appreciating and Enhancing the City's Natural Features
Action HS -9.1: Develop an Urban Greening Citywide Strategy /Urban Forest
Where appropriate, plant trees in available public right-of-
Action HS -9.2:
way locations, per the proposed Urban Greening Strategy.
Research, invest in, and manage challenges associated with
planting street trees in narrow parking strips.
Consider creating an Urban Forestry Advisory
Action HS -93: Subcommittee within the Recreation and Community
Services Commission.
Maintain the City's Tree City USA designation, and continue
Action HS -9.4: yearly celebration of Arbor Day.
Continue to enforce all ordinances pertaining to tree
Action HS -9.5: protection and preservation.
Through educational workshops, seminars, and printed
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1 -5 Years 5 -10 Years 10+ Years
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community organizations to plant and maintain trees.
Identify funding sources to provide residents with free trees
Action HS -9.7:
to provide shade on their property and reduce energy costs
in the summer.
Action HS -9.8:
Develop educational materials and wayfinding system for
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natural areas, open space, and parks in the City.
Action HS -9.9:
Support efforts that increase public awareness about the
benefits of connecting children and adults to nature.
Action HS -9.10:
As feasible, incorporate unstructured natural settings in
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public play areas, schools, and other learning environments.
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Action Priority
1 2 3
1 -5 Years 5 -10 Years 10+ Years
Contributing to Improved Air Quality
As needed, purchase new municipal fleet vehicles and
Action HS -10.1: equipment that are highly fuel efficient and /or use
alternative fuels or electricity.
Action HS -10.2:
Install and maintain carbon monoxide (CO) monitors in City
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facilities.
Encourage business owners and residents to install CO
Action HS -10.3: monitors in all buildings; provide incentives such as free CO
monitors.
Action HS -10.4: Partner with local groups to support education on indoor air
quality and pollutants.
Explore ways to take outdoor air quality measurement
Action HS -10.5: samples at schools and community centers. Publish results
for education and to increase awareness.
Action HS -10.6:
Provide incentives to phase out gasoline- powered leaf
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Provide charging stations for electric vehicles (and other
Action HS -10.7: alternative power sources as they may emerge) at City
facilities.
Provide incentives, such as reduced parking standards, for
new developments that provide electric vehicle charging
Action HS -10.8: stations (and other alternative power sources as they may •
emerge).
Addressing Climate Change
Action HS -11.1: Every five years, update the Greenhouse Gas Emissions
Action HS- 11.2: Sign the Mayor's Climate Protection Agreement.
Analyze and mitigate increases in greenhouse gas emissions
Action HS -11.3: during development project review, pursuant to the
California Environmental Quality Act.
Collaborate with climate science experts on local climate
Action HS -11.4: change impacts, mitigation, and adaptation to inform public
policy decisions.
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Action Priority
1 2 3
1 -5 Years 5 -10 Years 10+ Years
Good Chemistry: Environmentally Friendly Products and Practices
Develop and implement a municipal Environmentally
Preferable Purchasing Program that gives preferred status in
Action HS -12.1: the procurement process to environmentally preferable
products (e.g., renewable, recyclable, non - toxic).
Promote the use of recycled and low- toxicity building
Action HS -12.2: materials in all municipal building and retrofit projects.
Educate residents and businesses on how to avoid product
toxicity and use of wasteful and unrecyclable packaging.
Action HS -12.3: Showcase methodologies for evaluating the true cost of a
product over its lifetime, and identify natural /low toxic
alternatives.
Use integrated pest management techniques to delay,
Action HS -12.4: reduce, or eliminate dependence on the use of pesticides, NA NA NA
herbicides, and synthetic fertilizers on municipal property.
Parks: Places to Play and Relax
Focus financial resources on improving existing parks
Action HS -13.1: adjacent to community hubs, including schools, senior
centers, and community centers.
Action HS -13.2:
Improve the design of existing parks through landscaping
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and aesthetic improvements.
Action HS -13.3:
Establish design, landscaping, cleanliness, maintenance, and
safety guidelines for parks.
Plant additional street trees in parks and open space areas to
Action HS -13.4: provide additional shading and improve the aesthetic
character of the City.
Implement capital and non - capital projects identified in the
Action HS -13.5: parks Master Plan.
Continue to identify new opportunities to increase access to
Action HS -13.6: open spaces by creating pocket parks, greenways, and tot •
lots as new developments are proposed.
When programming new parks and improvements to
existing parks, consider installing flexible facilities that
Action HS -13.7: include informal natural play areas and opportunities to
interact with the natural environment.
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1 2 3
1 -5 Years 5 -10 Years 10+ Years
Action HS -13.8:
Incorporate unstructured natural settings in public play
areas, schools, and other learning environments.
Support development of curricula that relies on hands -on
Action HS -13.9: experiences in natural settings.
Promote joint -use agreements with the Baldwin Park
Unified School District that allows school properties to be
Action HS- 13.10: used during non - school hours to expand opportunities for
physical activity for the broader community.
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Action HS- pedestrian and bicycle trails to link residents to parks
and open spaces.
Action HS- 13.12:
Develop signage and wayfinding tools for the public to
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navigate pedestrian and bicycle trails.
Encourage pedestrian activity and facilitate exercise by
Action HS- 13.13: installing hydration stations and water fountains in parks
and along trails.
Addresssing Health Care Needs
Continue to partner with health care providers (e.g., Kaiser
Permanente, California Center for Public Health Advocacy,
Los Angeles County Department of Public Health) and
Action HS -14.1: community -based organizations to ensure that all health
care services are equitable, culturally sensitive, and offered
at free or low -cost to ensure access by low- income
communities of color.
Continue to support programs that can improve public
Action HS -14.2: health through prevention, screening, and education about •
nutrition, physical activity, and substance abuse.
Support and participate in initiatives that focus on reducing
Action HS -14.3:
chronic diseases such as diabetes and hypertension by
providing free or low -cost nutrition and physical activity
programs.
Continue to develop and support obesity /overweight
Action HS -14.4: prevention programs and public education campaigns 0
geared towards all ages, particularly young children.
Continue to identify and address health inequities in
Action HS -14.5: Baldwin Park through active monitoring of health indicators
and outcomes.
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1 2 3I
1 -5 Years 5 -10 Years 10+ Years
Enhance health promotion services and outreach among
low- income, linguistically isolated household's, immigrants,
Action HS -14.6: unemployed residents, and persons with lower levels of •
educational attainment.
Support the efforts of federally qualified health centers or
Action HS -14.7: private practices to provide incentives to enroll residents of
all income levels.
Encourage public transit agencies to locate routes near
healthcare and mental health facilities, and prioritize transit
Action HS -14.8: service to senior centers, assisted - living, hospice, and other 0
care - provision facilities, as well as parks, community centers,
and other health prevention and promotion sites.
Provide shuttle services to health care facilities, particularly
Action HS -14.9: for disabled and elderly residents.
Continue to implement and evaluate strategies developed
through the Healthy Eating Active Communities (HEAL)
Action HS- 14.1A: initiative and ongoing efforts to improve the built
environment for healthy eating and physical activity.
Support efforts to educate Baldwin Park residents and
Action HS- 14.11: employers on the benefits and services offered through the :
Affordable Care Act and the California Healthcare Exchange.
Health Education: It Starts with Our Kids
Continue to support the expansion of nutrition and
Action HS -15.1: health -based curriculum for pre -K and grades K -12.
Continue to partner with the Baldwin Park School District to
Action HS -15.2: establish garden plots on school grounds.
Establish cooking classes to teach healthy eating alternatives
Action HS -15.3: as part of the City's Parks and Recreation Program, targeting
both school -aged children and the parents of young
children.
Continue to support Baldwin Park Unified School District's
Action HS -15.4: efforts to establish strong nutritional standards for school i
lunches and snacks.
Partner with community based organizations and CCPHA to
develop a public education campaign targeted towards
Action HS -15.5: youth to disseminate information about healthful eating
habits and exercise.
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Design and develop gardening classes through the Parks
Action HS -15.6: and Recreation program.
Action HS -15.7: Continue to provide year -round physical activity programs
for youth, including children ages 0 -18.
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Continue to support Baldwin Park Unified School District's
Action HS -15.8: efforts to phase out unhealthy food in vending machines •
and sugar- sweetened beverages at all schools.
Continue to promote school purchase of locally produced
Action HS -15.9: and /or organic food, including locally sourced fruits and
vegetables.
Continue to work with schools to evaluate food stands and
vending machines at school events and school facilities and
Action HS- 15.10: increase options for healthy foods, including fruit stands,
while decreasing availability of unhealthy food options on
school property and at school events.
Healthy Foods: Affordable Access for All
Action HS -16.1 Prioritize underserved areas for new sources of healthy food
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outlets.
Facilitate pedestrian and bicycle connections between
Action HS -16.2: neighborhoods and sources of fresh food, including grocery
stores, farmers' markets, and community gardens.
Continue the Healthy Selection campaign, providing
incentives and facilitating grants or loans for small grocery
Action HS -16.3: or convenience stores to purchase updated equipment (e.g., 0
refrigeration) to sell fresh foods and produce and improve
access to healthy foods.
Connect small food retailers and convenience stores to
Action HS -16.4: wholesale sources of healthy, local, and /or organic food.
Restrict approvals of new liquor and convenience stores in
Action HS -16.5: areas with an existing high concentration of such stores.
Create programs to attract and incentivize the private sector
Action HS -16.6: to build new retail sources of healthy foods in areas with a
concentration liquor stores and fast food restaurants.
Provide incentives for residents to increase their intake of
Action HS -16.7: water, such as discounted or free filtration devices and
providing free refillable water bottles.
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1 -5 Years 5 -10 Years 10+ Years
Action HS -16.8:
Model best practices related to promoting healthy eating
habits at government offices and local schools.
Promote government purchase of locally produced and /or
Action HS -16.9:
organic food, including locally sourced fruits and
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vegetables.
Continue to minimize unhealthy food in vending machines
Action HS- 16.10:
and promote healthy food at government offices and City -
sponsored events.
Action HS- 16.11:
Continue to implement and enforce the Healthy Corner
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Market policy.
Support local business owners with increasing produce
Action HS- 16.12:
variety, quality, and identification of products lower in fat,
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salt, and sugar through marketing (product placement and
labeling).
Increase enrollment in nutrition assistance programs such as
Action HS- 16.13:
SNAP, WIC, and CalFresh by educating residents about
application processes and eligibility requirements.
Eat Local: Community Gardens and Urban Agriculture
Identify and inventory potential community garden and
Action HS -17.1: urban farm sites on public properties, including existing
parks, public easements, rights -of -way, and schoolyards.
Establish a process through which residents can propose
Action HS -17.2: and adopt a site as a community garden.
Continue to promote community gardens and home
gardening by offering classes such as gardening and
Action HS -17.3: composting through the Baldwin Park Recreation and
Community Services Department, promoted especially to
neighborhoods with limited access to healthy foods.
Coordinate and create partnerships with local gardening or
Action HS -17.4: agricultural organizations to provide educational •
opportunities to Baldwin Park residents and enhance the
vitality of local community gardens.
Develop a policy to consider community gardens a
component of the City's parks and recreation inventory and
Action HS -17.5: provide free water to crops, with the conditions that drip
irrigation be used and all community gardeners be trained
in water conservation.
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Revise zoning standards to permit small -scale agriculture on
Action H5 -17.6: private properties, including front -yard food gardens.
Support a transit connector to provide better access to the
Action HS -17.7: Kaiser Permanente farmers' market.
Actively recruit a farmers' market to be located in a central
Action HS -17.8: location in Baldwin Park.
Action HS-1 7.9: Revise the Zoning Code to permit Farmers' Markets in Mixed
Use zones as an Accessory Use.
Action HS- 17.10: Assist vendors with purchasing point of sale devices that
support Electronic Benefits Transfer (EBT) cards.
Coordinate educational efforts to advertise farmers markets
Action HS- 17.11: and their acceptance of food benefit assistance of EBT and
Market Match.
Move It! Recreation for All Life Stages
Coordinate with the private and public sector to locate
Action HS -18.1: neighborhood retail, commercial services and recreational
facilities within one -hull mile of residential areas.
Action HS -18.2:
Promote recreational centers and open space amenities to
serve all phases of life, especially near public transit routes.
Develop diverse walking paths in a variety of City locations,
Action HS -18.3: with mile markers to encourage progress and goal- setting.
Action HS -18.4:
Continue to incorporate and promote physical fitness at City
events.
Continue to provide a range of affordable recreation
programs that meet the needs of diverse users, including
Action HS -18.5: youth, seniors, special needs groups. and non - English
speaking residents.
Continue to support and provide youth programs that focus
Action HS -18.6: on physical activity opportunities outside of school -
sponsored team sports.
Action HS -18.7: Offer recreation and socializing programs for seniors.
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1 -5 Years 5 -10 Years 10+ Years
Healthy Buildings and Places: Preserving Quality of Life
When new municipal facilities are constructed, endeavor to
achieve building efficiency that would meet Leadership in
Action HS -19.1: Energy and Environmental Design (LEED)'s Silver
certification level, or an equivalent.
Require that green building materials and techniques be
Action HS -19.2: used in projects financed by the City.
Require that all new buildings and substantial
Action HS -193: rehabilitations to existing buildings adhere to the California
Green Building Code
Continue to train and educate City employees in the latest
green building practices, including the State's Green
Action HS -19.4: Building Code, energy audits, and green building rating 0
systems, so that City employees may act as green building
ambassadors.
Promote roofing design and surface treatment for new non-
residential structures, such as reflective roofing or light
Action HS -19,5: colored pavement, to reduce the heat gain associated with
traditional urban development.
Establish a Green Building Information Program to provide
builders and homeowners with resources and information
Action HS -19.6: about green building techniques, energy efficiency and 0
renewable energy technologies. Make this information
available in print at City Hall and on the City's website.
Action HS -19.7: Enforce the City's non - smoking policy at all public parks.
Develop ordinances designed to reduce exposure to
Action HS -19.8: secondhand smoke through policy enforcement such as
smoke -free workplaces and smoke -free areas in multi -unit
housing.
Action HS -19.9: Continue to disseminate information regarding mold
prevention and lead- abatement programs.
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PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK
Baldwin Park City Hall
14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, California
Council Chamber
Wednesday, January 28, 2015
7:00pm
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
CONSENT CALENDAR
1) Minutes from December 10, 2014
ACTION: Approved 5-0. Moved by Chair Muse and seconded by Commissioner
Valenzuela.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1) REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR AN AUTO
REPAIR/RESTORATION BUSINESS WITHIN A MULTI-TENANT INDUSTRIAL
BUILDING IN THE 1, INDUSTRIAL ZONE, PURSUANT TO TABLE 153.020.050 IN THE
CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE.
The public hearing was not held on this item. The location address on the application
was incorrect and hence the item was noticed incorrectly.
David L. Muse, Chair
Ken Woods, Vice Chair
Members Present:
Mario Maciel, Jr., Commissioner
Gilbert Padilla, Commissioner
Joanna Valenzuela, Commissioner
Amy L. Harbin, AICP, City Planner
Abraham Tellez, Associate Planner
Staff Present-
Irving Anaya, Planning Technician
David J. Olivas, Assistant City Attorney
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
CONSENT CALENDAR
1) Minutes from December 10, 2014
ACTION: Approved 5-0. Moved by Chair Muse and seconded by Commissioner
Valenzuela.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
1) REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR AN AUTO
REPAIR/RESTORATION BUSINESS WITHIN A MULTI-TENANT INDUSTRIAL
BUILDING IN THE 1, INDUSTRIAL ZONE, PURSUANT TO TABLE 153.020.050 IN THE
CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE.
The public hearing was not held on this item. The location address on the application
was incorrect and hence the item was noticed incorrectly.
January 28, 2015 Page 2
ACTION: Item continued to February 25, 2015 so that proper notice could be provided.
Moved by Commissioner Valenzuela, and seconded by Vice Chair Woods. Approved 5-
0.
k) A REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF A RECOMMENDATION ON A NEW GENERAL PLAN
ELEMENT. THE PROJECT IS THE ADOPTION AND IMPLEMENTATION OF THE BALDWIN
PARK HEALTH AND SUSTAINABILITY ELEMENT, WHICH REPRESENTS EFFORT •
EXPLORE STRATEGIES AND PROGRAMS • ADDRESS COMMUNITY: HEALTH AND
SUSTAINABILITY WITH THE OVERALL GOAL OF CREATING BETTER LIVING
ENVIRONMENTS FOR CURRENT AND FUTURE RESIDENTS. (LOCATION: CITYWIDE;
APPLICANT: CITY OF BALDWIN PARK; CASE NUMBER: AGP-1 17)
No one spoke during the public hearing.
ACTION- Approved 5-0. Moved by Commissioner Maciel, seconded by Commissioner
Padilla.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS
1) A REQUEST FOR ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION OF DENIAL ON 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.)
ACTION.- Approved 5-0. Moved by Vice Chair Woods, seconded by Commissioner
Valenzuela.
2) Planning Division Monthly Report—December, 2014
ACTION: No action taken.
COMM ISSION/STAFF COMMUNICATION
1) Verbal update Vineland Residential Care Facility-3562-3576 Vineland Avenue
ACTION: No action taken.
2) Update on the proposed Irwindale Materials Recovery Facility and Transfer Station
(Location: 2200 Arrow Highway; Applicant- Athens Services)
ACTION: No action taken.
3) Verbal update on the proposed resumption of mining and subsequent reclamation of the
Olive Pit - -- Bordered by Olive Street, Azusa Canyon, Los Angeles Street and Park Place
ACTION: No action taken.
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ADJOURNMENT
The Planning Commission adjourned the meeting at 7:35 p.m.
Approved as presented /amended by the Planning Commission at their meeting held on
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK ADOPTING THE NEGATIVE
DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT AND
APPROVING A HEALTH AND SUSTAINABILITY ELEMENT
FOR THE GENERAL PLAN (APPLICANT.- CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK; CASE NO. AGP-1 17).
WHEREAS, in November 2012, the Strategic Growth Council awarded the
City of Baldwin Park a Proposition 84 Sustainable Communities Planning Grant; and
WHEREAS, the primary goal of the grant program is to support the
development and implementation of effective and/or innovative local plans that support the
State-'- AO '712 Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductions targets and implement 11 375,
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which develops a Sustainable Communities Strategy that integrates transportation, land
use and housing policies to create a more environmentally friendly community; and
WHEREAS, the draft Health and Sustainability Element has been subject to
environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a noticed public hearing on
January 28, 2015, after which the Planning Commission recommended the City Council
adopt the Negative Declaration and proposed Health and Sustainability Element; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has conducted a noticed public hearing on April
1, 2015 to receive comments and consider the proposed Health and Sustainability
Element, Case No. AGP-1 17 on file with the Planning Division of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN
PARK DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. The City Council relied upon the evidence presented at the
public hearing in making the determinations set forth in this Resolution and in reaching the
conclusions set forth in Sections 2 and 3.
SECTION 2. The City Council at the time of the public hearing on the above
matter reviewed and considered the proposed Initial Study and Negative Declaration of
Environmental Impact, relating to the new Health and Sustainability Element (SCH
#2014101052) and based on that review finds and determines the following:
a) The public review period for the Negative Declaration began on
October 9, 2014 and ended on November 12, 2014; and
b) No comments were received from the State Clearinghouse on the
proposed Negative Declaration; and
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April 1, 2015
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c) The City received no comment letters on the proposed Negative
Declaration; and
d) There is no substantial evidence the proposed project (Health and
Sustainability Element) will have a significant effect on the environment; and
e) Based upon its public review, the City Council has determined
there is no substantial evidence the amendment will have a significant impact
on the environment; and.
f) Based on the foregoing, the City Council adopts the Negative
Declaration of Environmental Impact.
SECTION 3. The City Council of the City of Baldwin Park does hereby find,
determine and declare as follows:
a) The City Council has conducted a noticed public hearing on the
proposed new Health and Sustainability Element, Case No. AGP -117 on file
with the Planning Division of the City, and an environmental analysis, as
hereinabove described; and
b) The proposed new Health and Sustainability Element is consistent
with the goals, policies, and objectives of the current General Plan in that it
encourages a balanced approach to meeting objectives, including but not
limited to improving air and water quality, promoting public health, protect
natural resources and improve infrastructure systems; and
c) The proposed new Health and Sustainability Element will not
conflict with the provision of the City's Zoning Code, subdivision regulations
or any applicable specific plan within the City of Baldwin Park; and
d) The proposed Health and Sustainability Element contains goals
and policies to address community health and sustainability with an overall
goal of creating better living environments for current and future residents.
SECTION 4. Based on all the foregoing, the City Council hereby approves
and adopts the new Health and Sustainability Element, Case No. AGP -117.
SECTION 5. Except as expressly amended herein including Exhibit A (Health
and Sustainability Element) or as the context otherwise requires, all the terms and
provisions of the existing General Plan shall remain in full force and effect.
AGP -117
Resolution 2015 -064
April 1, 2015
Paae 3 of 3
SECTION 6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of the Resolution and
shall forward a copy hereof to the Secretary of the Planning Commission. The Planning
Division shall file the Notice of Determination and the Fish and Game Paperwork with the
Los Angeles County Clerk.
IIIIIIIJI
MANUEL LOZANO, MAYOR
ATTEST:
ALEJANDRA AVILA, CITY CLERK
STATE OF CALIFORNIA )
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES)SS.
CITY OF BALDXAIIN PARK )
I, ALEJANDRA AVILA, City Clerk of the Baldwin Park City Council do hereby certify that
the foregoing Resolution No. 2015 -064 was duly and regularly approved and adopted by
the City Council at a regular meeting thereof, held on the 1st day of April, 2015 by the
following vote:
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS:
ITEM NO.
STAFF REPORTr
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TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City CouncilC,
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frhtE� q7o FROM: Manuel Carrillo Jr., Director of Recreation & Community Serve
SAN GABR -IE b DATE: April 1, 2015
SUBJECT: SELECTION OF PRINTING OPTIONS AND AWARD OF
- - - CONTRACT FOR PRINTING OF THE BALDWIN PARK NOW
SUMMARY
The purpose of this staff report is for the City C� ou cil to award a printing contract for the Baldwin Park NOW
and provide direction for the printing options of the Baldwin Park NOW.
FISCAL IMPACT
The existing budget has an allocation of $40,000 for printing and postage. Below is a breakdown the various
funding sources. Currently, the cost for postage is $14,250 and $25,750 for printing services. Fiscal impact will
be based on selection of printing options and frequencies.
Allocation
Funding Description
$15,000
General Fund
$12,000
AB 1693
$4,000
Proposition C
$4,000
Measure R Local Return
$3,000
Proposition A
$2,000
Gas Tax
$40,000
Grand Total
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1) Award a contract for the printing of the Baldwin Park NOW to iColor Printing & Mailing for the
duration of one year; and
2) Select a printing option job specifications; and
3) Select a printing frequency; and
4) Authorize the Mayor to execute the following agreement.
LEGAL REVIEW
The City Attorney approved the Agreement and approved it as to form.
BACKGROUND
At their March 18, 2015 City Council meeting, the Council requested to pull the staff report and present at the
next scheduled City Council meeting. A Request for Proposals (RFP) was approved on February 4, 2015 for
the printing of the Baldwin Park NOW. The purpose of going out to bid was to obtain the best price for printing
services. Opening the bidding process allows the Department to take advantage of any cost savings and ensure
the City is receiving the highest quality of service at the best possible price.
The RFP was rather complex since it included three options for paper weight and layout type along with
printing frequency options within each option. The frequency options were quarterly, bi- monthly and monthly
printing schedules. The RFP requested that bidders provide costs for the Baldwin Park NOW and the Summer
Recreation Guide that is included as an insert in the Summer BP NOW publication. The RFP allowed staff to
consider and evaluate costs to increase the number of issues of the Baldwin Park Now and include various paper
weight options to determine if a cost savings could be achieved through the bidding process. A total of six (6)
proposals arrived by the February 26, 2015 deadline. Approximately 100 RFD's were mailed out to local
printing companies and it was advertised on the City's website. All of the submitted proposals were evaluated
and rated by three (3) staff members.
Staff selected iColor Printing and Mailing because they provided the lowest and most responsible bid for the
project and have experience in working with other municipalities and public agencies. The selected vendor
operates a full service printing facility headquartered in Los Angeles. The table below highlights a breakdown
of options and frequency printing costs using the selected bidder.
Option I - Existiniz 60# Booklet stvle
Printing Fre uenc
Cost
Postage
Total
Savings
Cost
4 Times
15,680
14,250
29,930
10,070
6 Times
23,520
20,850
44,370
4,370
12 Times
47,040
40,650
87,690
47,690
Option 2 - Tabloid Stvle 70#
Printing F equency
Cost
Postage
Total
Savings
Cost
4 Times
16,880
14,250
31,130
8,870
6 Times
25,320
20,850
46,170
6,170
12 Times
50,640
40,650
91,290
51,290
Option 3 - Tabloid Stvle 35# HiBrite
Printing Frequency
Cost
Postage
Total
Savings
Cost
4 Times
12,400
14,250
26,650
13,350
6 Times
18,600
20,850
39,450
550
12 Times
37,200
40,650
77,850
37,850
The table above does not reflect the cost to print the Summer Recreation Guide insert into the Baldwin Park
NOW issue. Specifications for the Summer Recreation Guide do not change, however, based on the option
selected, there may be a slight cost savings to the Recreation Guide.
Since the City received a variety of proposals, the lowest responsible bid provides the City with an annual
savings of approximately $10,070, should the Council continue with Option #1 which is the existing quarterly
(4 times a year) schedule and the same paper weight. A savings of $13,350 could be achieved if the Council
chooses to select Option #3, which is a tabloid style publication with a lower paper weight. Since a cost savings
has been identified, the Council may choose to increase the printing frequency to 6 times a year with minimal
impact to the budget. However, if the Council chooses to print 12 times a year, then the City's cost would
significantly increase.
ALTERNATIVES
There are no viable alternatives not to approve this agreement. All alternatives are included in this staff report.
ATTACHMENT
1) Agreement with iColor Printing & Mailing
2) Summary of Bids Received
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THIS AGREEMENT made and entered into this 38th day of March 2015, by and between the
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, a municipal corporation (hereinafter "CITY") and iColor Printing &
Mailing, Inc. a California Corporation (hereinafter" CONTRACTOR"):
WIT NESS ETH:
The parties hereto do agree as follows:
(1) RECITALS: This Agreement is made and entered into with respect to the following
facts:
(a) CITY has heretofore solicited sealed public bids for printing services as specified
herein and accordance with the plans and specifications in said City; and
(b) CONTRACTOR has submitted a proposal to accomplish said work; and
(c) The City Council of CITY has heretofore determined, in accordance with all
applicable laws, CONTRACTOR'S said proposal constitutes the most qualified
bid and has heretofore awarded said proposal to CONTRACTOR; and
(d) CONTRACTOR is fully qualified to perform the work as hereinafter described.
(2) CONTRACTOR DOCUMENTS: The following documents, incorporated herein by this
reference shall constitute the contract documents referred to in this Agreement.
(a) Request for Proposals (RI'M
(b) Bid Proposal
(c) General Liability Insurance Certificate
(d) Workers Compensation Certificate
(e) Business Automobile Liability Insurance Certificate
(3) NATURE OF WORK: CONTRACTOR agrees to furnish all materials, tools, equipment,
transportation, labor and service necessary to perform and complete in a good and
workmanlike manner the services in the manner designated in this Agreement and the
contract documents. CONTRACTOR shall provide printing and professional services,
which would entail the following:
• Coordinate delivery of City supplied art files
• Providing proofs for review
• Making final blue line changes
• Printing of 22,250 copies
• Delivery to the United States Postal Service (LISPS) for distribution
• Deliver copies to Esther Snyder Community Center
• Follow printing and frequency specifications as per Attachment A
(4) COMPENSATION: For work satisfactorily performed by CONTRACTOR, CITY shall
pay CONTRACTOR a total amount as per selection on Attachment A for all services
rendered pursuant to this Agreement and based on a total not to exceed ten percent as
per the amount on Attachment A for each issue of the NOW. Such compensation shall
be paid in a per issue lump sum within thirty (30) days after CITY approves an invoice
(i) submitted by CONTRACTOR after the satisfactory completion of the service required
for each issue of the NOW and (ii) that describes satisfactory work performed to date
and the lump sum to be paid, any and all amounts previously paid or invoiced and the
remaining amount of the total not to exceed figure established by this Agreement.
(5) TERM OF AGREEMENT: This Agreement shall commerce as of April 1, 2015 and shall
be valid for a period of twelve (12) months thereafter, unless terminated earlier pursuant
to this Agreement. CITY reserves the right to negotiate an extension to this Agreement
for an additional period of two (2) years prior to expiration of this Agreement.
(6) TERMINATION; ASSIGNMENT: This Agreement may be terminated without cause at
anytime by a majority vote of the City Council and upon ten-days' (10-days') written
notice to CONTRACTOR. This Agreement shall not be assignable or transferable by
either party without the express written consent of the other party.
(7) INDEMNIFICATION: CONTRACTOR shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless CITY
and CITY's officers, agents and employees against all claims, demands, actions,
damages, cost (including reasonable attorney's fees and court cost) and suits brought
against any of them arising from CONTRACTOR'S performance under this Agreement,
(8) GOVERNING LAW: This Agreement shall be interpreted and construed according to the
laws of the State of California and venue shall be in the County of Los Angeles, State of
California.
(9) ATTORNEY'S FEES: If litigation is reasonably required to enforce or interpret the
provisions of this Agreement, then the prevailing party in such litigation shall be entitled
to an award of reasonable attorney's fees in addition to any other relief to which it may
be entitle.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Agreement to be executed on
the day and year first above written.
ATTEST:
City Clerk Date
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Mayor
Date
Contractor:
Signature Date
Name
Title
Attachment A
SPECIFICATIONS
❑ OPTION I Baldwin Park NOW Print specifications
Description: 4-page (book style; for total of 16 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 17x10.875: page size = 8.375x10.875
Stock: 60# Recycled Gloss Book, 10% Post-Consumer Waste
Ink: 4/4=4C Process (85%) Soy-Based Inks by heat set press only
Bindery: Trim, fold, gather, saddlestitch along 10.875 direction
Frequency:
❑ Quarterly (4 times a year: February, May, September, and December) at a cost of
$3,920.00 (three thousand nine hundred twenty dollars) per issue
❑ Bi-monthly (6 times, a year: February, April, June, August, October, and December) at a
cost of $3,920.00 (three thousand nine hundred twenty dollars) per issue
❑ Monthly (19 times a year) at a cost of $3,920.00 (three thousand nine hundred twenty
dollars) per issue
And with the once a year insert of the Recreation Guide as per print specifications
Description: 8-page (book style; for a total of 32 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 17x10.875: page size = 8.375x10.875
Stock: 60# Recycled Gloss Book, 10% Post-Consumer Waste
Ink: 4/4=4C Process (85%) Soy-Based Inks by heat set press only
Bindery: Stich, fold and gather Recreation Guide along 10.875 direction and come back to
dust stich to center and extend up V from Baldwin Park NOW publication; Prepare
for simplified mailing
Frequency:
❑ Once a year (Summer /Fall: May) at a cost of $6,280 (six thousand two hundred eighty
dollars) per issue
❑ OPTION 2 Baldwin Park NOW Print specifications
Description: 4 - page tabloid (total 16 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 22x17; page 11x17; final quarter fold to 81/2x11
Stock: 70# Uncoated Offset Recycled, 10% Post - Consumer Waste
Ink: 4/4=4C Process (85%) Soy-Based Inks
Bindery: Trim and final fold to 81/2x11. Prepare for simplified mailing, deliver to USPS and
Esther Snyder Community Center (4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard),
Frequency:
❑ Quarterly (4 times a year. February, May, September, and December) at a cost of
$4,220.00 (four thousand two hundred twenty dollars) per issue
❑ 131-monthly (6 times a year: February, April, June, August, October, and December) at a
cost of $4,220.00 (four thousand two hundred twenty dollars) per issue
❑ Monthly (12 times a year) at a cost of $4,220.00 (four thousand two hundred twenty
dollars) per issue
Attachment A
And with the once a year insert of the Recreation Guide as per print specifications
Description: 8 -page (book style; for a total of 32 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 17x10.875: page size = 8.375x10.875
Stock: 60# Recycled Gloss Book, 10% Post - Consumer Waste
Ink: 414 =4C Process (85 %) Soy -Based Inks by heat set press only
Bindery: Stich, fold and gather Recreation Guide along 10.875 direction and come back to
dust stich to center and extend up V from Baldwin Park NOW publication; Prepare
for simplified mailing
Frequency:
❑ Once a year (Summer /Fall: May) at a cost of $6,420 (six thousand four hundred twenty
dollars) per issue
❑ OPTION 3 Baldwin Park NOW Print Specifications
Description: 4 -page tabloid (for a total of 16. pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 22x17; page 11x17; final quarter fold to 8112x11
Stock: 35# Hi -Brite Newsprint
Ink: 414=4C Process (85 %) Soy -Based Inks
Bindery: Press quarter fold to 8112x11. Prepare for simplified mailing; deliver to USPS and
Esther Snyder Community Center (4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard)
Frequency:
❑ Quarterly (4 times a year: February, May, September, and December) at a cost of
$3,100.00 (three thousand one hundred twenty dollars) per issue
❑ Bi- monthly (6 times a year: February, April, June, August, October, and December) at a
cost of $3,100.00 (four thousand two hundred twenty dollars) per issue
❑ Monthly (12 times a year) at a cost of $3,100.00 (four thousand two hundred twenty
dollars) per issue
And with the once a year insert of the Recreation Guide as per print specifications
Description: 8 -page (book style; for a total of 32 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 17x10.875: page size = 8.375x10.875
Stock: 60# Recycled Gloss Book, 10% Post - Consumer Waste
Ink: 414 =4C Process (85 %) Soy -Based Inks by heat set press only
Bindery: Stich, fold and gather Recreation Guide along 10.875 direction and come back to
dust stich to center and extend up 1" from Baldwin Park NOW publication; Prepare
for simplified mailing
Frequency:
❑ Once a year (Summer /Fall: May) at a cost of $5,810 (five thousand eight hundred ten
dollars) per issue
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Printing services
for the Baldwin Park NOW
(News Publication)
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
Recreation and Community Services
4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Due no later than 5pm on Thursday, February 26, 2015
1. INTRODUCTION
The City of Baldwin Park is requesting proposals from qualified professionals to provide printing
services for the Baldwin Park NOW and Recreation Guide publications. Currently the Baldwin Park
NOW is printed quarterly (4 times a year) and the Recreation Guide is printed annual (once per
year), which is inserted into the Baldwin Park NOW However, the City is possibly exploring the
opportunity to expand the printing frequency of the Baldwin Park NOW.
This Request for Proposals (RFP) states the instructions for submitting proposals, the procedure
and criteria by which a proposer may be selected and the contractual terms by which the City of
Baldwin Park intends to govern the relationship between the City and the selected vendor.
Proposals can be submitted for any part of the three (3) options.
2. DEFINITION OF PARTIES
Definition of Parties: The City of Baldwin Park will hereinafter to as the "City." Respondents to the
RFP shall be referred to as "proposers," The proposer to whom the contract is awarded shall be
referred to as the "Vendor."
3. BACKGROUND
The Baldwin Park NOW is a quarterly publication that allows for consistent communication from the
City to residents and business owners of Baldwin Park. The publication is a valuable too[ that
reaches over 21,000 households and businesses. City staff have continuously worked to improve
the style and content of the publication in order to increase awareness and portray a positive image
to the community.
In an effort to streamline processes, a 32-page Recreation Guide has been incorporated into the
printing of the Baldwin Park NOW once per year (Summer/Fall). The City is dedicated to ensuring
the printing services for both publications are completed as economically as feasible.
An electronic sample of the Baldwin Park NOW and Recreation Guide can be found at the
www.baldwinpark.com under City Publications.
4. SCOPE OF WORK — SPECIFICATIONS
Provide printing services, which would entail the following:
• Coordinate delivery of City supplied art files
• Providing proofs for review
• Making final blue line changes
• Printing of 22,250 copies
• Delivery to the United States Postal Service (USPS) for distribution
OPTION 1
Baldwin Park NOW
Description: 4-page (book style; for total of 16 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 17x10.875: page size = 8.375x10.875
Stock: 60# Recycled Gloss Book, 10% Post-Consumer Waste
Ink: 4/4=4C Process (85%) Soy-Based Inks by heat set press only
Bindery: Trim, fold, gather, saddlestitch along 10,875 direction
Prepare for simplified mailing, deliver to USPS and Esther Snyder Community
Center (4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard)
Frequency: A, Quarterly (4 times a year: February, May, September, and December)
B. Bi-monthly (6 times a year: February, April, June, August, October, and December)
C. Monthly (12 times a year)
Recreation Guide
Description: 8-page (book style; for a total of 32 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 17x10.875: page size = 8.375x10.875
Stock: 60# Recycled Gloss Book, 10% Post-Consumer Waste
Ink: 4/4=4C Process (85%) Soy-Based Inks by heat set press only
Bindery: Stich, fold and gather Recreation Guide along 10.875 direction and come back to
dust stich to center and extend up 1" from Baldwin Park NOW publication; Prepare
for simplified mailing, deliver to USPS and Esther Snyder Community Center
(4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard)
Frequency: Once a year (Summer/Fall: May)
OPTION 2
Baldwin Park NOW
Description: 4 - page tabloid (total 16 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 22x17; page 11x17; final quarter fold to 81/2x11
Stock: 70# Uncoated Offset Recycled, 10% Post-Consumer Waste
Ink: 4/4=4C Process (85%) Soy-Based Inks
Bindery: Trim and final fold to 81/2x11. Prepare for simplified mailing, deliver to USPS and
Esther Snyder Community Center (4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard),
Frequency: A. Quarterly (4 times a year: February, May, September, and December)
B. Bi-monthly (6 times a year: February, April, June, August, October, and December)
C. Monthly (12 times a year)
Recreation Guide
Description: 8-page (book style; for total of 32 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 17x10.875: page size = 8.375x10.875
Stock: 60# Recycled Gloss Book, 10% Post-Consumer Waste
Ink: 4/4=4C Process (85%) Soy-Based Inks by heat set press only
Bindery: Stich, fold and gather Recreation Guide along 10,875 direction and come back to
dust stich to center and extend up 1" from Baldwin Park NOW publication;.
Prepare for simplified mailing, deliver to USPS and Esther Snyder Community
Center (4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard)
Frequency: Once a year (Summer/Fall: May/June)
OPTION 3
Ballwin Park NOW
Description: 4 -page tabloid (for a total of 16 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 22x17; page 11x17; final quarter fold to 81/2x11
Stock: 35# Hi -Brite Newsprint
Ink: 4/4 =4C Process (85 %) Soy -Based Inks
Bindery: Press quarter fold to 81/2x11. Prepare for simplified mailing, deliver to LISPS and
Esther Snyder Community Center (4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard)
Frequency: A. Quarterly (4 times a year: February, May, September, and December)
B. Bi- monthly (6 times a year: February, April, June, August, October, and December)
C. Monthly (12 times a year)
Recreation Guide
Description: 8 -page (book style: for a total of 32 pages)
Final Size: kVVxH) Spread 17x10.875: page size = 8.5x10.875
Stock: 60# Recycled Gloss Book, 10% Post - Consumer Waste
Ink: 4/4 =4C Process (85 %) Soy -Based Inks by heat set press only
Bindery: Stich, fold and gather Recreation Guide along 10.875 direction and come back to
dust stick to center and extend up 1" from Baldwin Park NOW publication: Prepare
for simplified mailing, deliver to USPS and Esther Snyder Community Center
(4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard)
Frequency: Once a year (Summer /Fall: May /June)
5, PROPOSAL SUBMITTAL
Interested and qualified firms shall deliver six (6) hardcopies of their proposal, prepared in
accordance with the instructions in this RFP by 5:00 pm on Thursday, February 26, 2015. All
proposals shall be addressed and delivered to the below:
Manuel Carrillo Jr., Director of Recreation and Community Services
City of Baldwin Park
4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Faxed or electronic proposals will not be accepted. The City will not entertain sales calls or
presentations during the RFP process. Questions may be addressed to the contact below before
February 13th:
Maria Moreno, Program Supervisor
City of Baldwin Park
4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Email: Mmoreno@baldwinpark.com Office: (626) 813 -5245, Ext. 316
All questions will be gathered and answered by February 18th 5pm. After proposals have been
received and reviewed, the City may request a follow -up meeting with selected applicants to
ensure vendor's quality and capability.
6. PROPOSAL CONTENT
Vendors desiring to respond shall submit proposals in sufficient detail to allow a thorough
evaluation and comparative analysis. The proposals should be as brief and concise as possible,
without sacrificing clarity or the required information. The proposals shall include as a minimum
the following information, presented in a readily understood and logical format.
a. Statement of options understanding containing any suggestions regarding special
concerns the City should be made aware of. The proposal should include any additional
work tasks the proposer feels are necessary for the successful completion of the project.
b. A list of similar printing projects the vendor has completed within the last five (5) years.
Information on the completed projects shall include project name and description, agency
client name along with contact information, year completed, contract fee, and final project
cost.
c. A schedule of the proposed timeline for printing of the publication quarterly (frequency
option). The schedule shall include amount of time for each print job, indicating ability to
perform the required services in a timely manner.
d. Provide one (1) sample booklet of each option (if selected must supply seven (7) sample
booklets of each option).
e. A fee proposal and cost of postage per issue as per paper option.
7. CONTRACTOR SELECTION
The City of Baldwin Park will evaluate all timely submitted proposals. The evaluation will be based
on the chemical information and qualifications presented in the proposal, project fees, and
reference checks. Qualified proposers will be invited for an interview. Proposals will be evaluated
on criteria deemed to be in the City's best interests, including, but not limited to and in no order of
importance:
• Cost
• Quality
• Service
• Timeliness
• Ability to meet specifications
• If applicable, use of recycled or environmentally friendly materials
The City considers the services pursuant to this RFP to be professional in nature and is expressly
not limited to selecting the lowest bidder, although cost is one of several criteria to be considered.
8. ESTABLISHMENT OF CONTRACT
The City will select the Contractor based on qualifications, and then negotiate a contract price
based on available funding.
9. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
The following minimum insurance coverage is required of the Contractor and all sub - contractors.
a. Commercial general liability insurance or equivalent form, with a combined single limit of
not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence;
b. Worker's Compensation insurance with statutory limits, and employer's liability insurance
with limits not less than $1,000,000 per accident;
c. Business automobile liability insurance, or equivalent form, with a combined single limit of
not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence; (insurance shall include coverage for owned,
hired and non -owned automobiles.)
All Certificates of Insurance shall be provided for all the above insurance requirements. In addition,
the City and each of its officers, employees and agents shall be named as additional insured on the
commercial general liability policy with respect to the performance by the Contractor and all sub-
contractors. The City will accept only Additional insured (Form B), CG2010, with an edition date
prior to 1993, unless approved otherwise by the City Attorney or proof the policy automatically
names the above as additional insured.
10. PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT
A. No change in the scope of contract services will be permitted without mutual written approval
by the City and Contractor.
B. The successful proposer and any sub- contractors are required to obtain a business license
from the City of Baldwin Park.
11. CITY RESPONSIBILITIES
The City of Baldwin Park will be responsible for providing electronic files of both publications for
printing.
12. ACCEPTANCE AND PAYMENT
Vendor will receive payment for each project subsequent to successful delivery of all copies to the
post office and administration.
13. RIGHT TO REJECT PROPOSALS
A. The City of Baldwin Park reserves the right to reject any or all proposals submitted, and no
representation is made herby that any written contract will be issued pursuant to this RFP or
otherwise.
B. The City also reserves the right to award a portion of work or combination, thereof.
C. All costs incurred in the preparation of the proposal, the submission of additional information
and /or any aspect of a prior award of a written contract will be borne by the proposers. The
City will provide only the staff assistance and documentation specifically referred to herein and
will not be responsible for any other cost or obligation of any kind, which may be incurred by
respondent. All proposals submitted to the City of Baldwin Park become property of the City
and subject to public review in accordance with the California Public Records Act.
Pricing Sheet
OPTION 1:
Baldwin Park NOW
Description: 4-page (book style; for total of 16 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 17 X 10.875": page size = 8.375 X 10.875"
Stock: 604 Recycled Gloss Book, 10% Post-Consumer Waste
Ink: 4/4=4C Process (85%) Soy-Based Inks by heat set press only
Bindery: Trim, fold, gather, saddlestitch along 10.875" direction
Prepare for simplified mailing, deliver to USPS and Esther Snyder Community Center
(4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard)
Frequency: A. Quarterly (4 times a year: February, May, September, and December)
Price: $3,920.00 Each Issue = Total 4 Issues $15,680.00
B. Bi-monthly (6 times a year: February, April, June, August, October, and December)
Price: $3,920.00 Each Issue = Total 6 Issues $23,520.00
C. Monthly (12 times a year) Baldwin Park NOW
Price: $3,920.00 Each Issue = Total 12 Issues $47,040.00
Recreation Guide
Description: 8-page (book style; for total of 32 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 17 X 10.875": page size = 8.375 X 10.875"
Stock: 60# Recycled Gloss Book, 10% Post-Consumer Waste
Ink: 4/4=4C Process (85%) Soy-Based Inks by heat set press only
Bindery: Stitch, fold and gather Recreation Guide along 10.875" direction and come back to dust stitch to
center and extend up I' from Baldwin Park NOW publication; Prepare for simplified mailing,
deliver to USPS and Esther Snyder Community Center (4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard)
Frequency: Once a year (Summer/Fall: May)
Price: $6,280.00 Each Issue
OPTION 2
Baldwin Park NOW
Description: 4-page (book style; for total of 16 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 22 X 17": page I I X 17"; final quarter fold to 8.5 X 11"
Stock: 70# Uncoated Offset Recycled, 10% Post-Consumer Waste
Ink: 4/4=4C Process (85%) Soy-Based Inks
Bindery: Trim and final fold to 8.5 X 11
Prepare for simplified mailing, deliver to USPS and Esther Snyder Community Center
(4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard)
Frequency: A. Quarterly ( 4 times a year: February, May, September, and December)
Price: $4,220.00 Each Issue = Total 4 Issues $16,880.00
B. Bi-monthly ( 6 times a year: February, April, June, August, October and December)
Price: $4,220.00 Each Issue = Total 6 Issues $25,320.00
C. Monthly (12 times a year)
Price: $4,220.00 Each Issue = Total 12 Issues $50,640.00
Recreation Guide
Description: 8-page (book style; for total of 32 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 17 X 10.875": page size = 8.37 X 10.875"
Stock: 60# Recycled Gloss Book, 10% Post-Consumer Waste
Ink: 4/4=4C Process (85%) Soy-Based Inks by heat set press only
Bindery: Stitch, fold and gather Recreation Guide along 10.875 direction and come back to dust stitch to
center and extend up I' from Baldwin Park NOW publication; Prepare for simplified mailing,
deliver to USPS and Esther Snyder Community Center (4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard)
Frequency: Once a year (Summer/Fall: May)
Price: $6,420.00.00 Each Issue
WAVOW
Baldwin Park NOW
Description: 4-page (book style; for total of 16 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 17 X 10.875": page size = 8.375 X 10.875"
Stock: 35# Hi-Brite Newsprint
Ink: 4/4=4C Process (85%) Soy-Based Inks
Bindery: Press quarter fold to 8.5 X 11". Prepare for simplified mailing, deliver to LISPS and Esther
Snyder Community Center (4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard)
Frequency: A. Quarterly (4 times a year: February, May, September, and December),
Price: $3,100.00 Each Issue = Total 4 Issues $12,400.00
B. Bi-monthly (6 times a year: February, April, June, August, October, and December)
Price: $3,100.00 Each Issue = Total 6 Issues $18,600.00
C. Monthly (12 times a year) Baldwin Park NOW
Price: $3,100.00 Each Issue = Total 12 Issues $37,200.00
Recreation Guide
Description: 8-page (book style; for total of 32 pages)
Final Size: (WxH) Spread 17 X 10.875": page size = 8.375 X 10.875"
Stock: 60# Recycled Gloss Book, 10% Post-Consumer Waste
Ink: 4/4=4C Process (85%) Soy-Based Inks by heat set press only
Bindery: Stitch, fold and gather Recreation Guide along 10.875" direction and come back to dust stitch to
center and extend up I' from Baldwin Park NOW publication; Prepare for simplified mailing,
deliver to LISPS and Esther Snyder Community Center (4100 Baldwin Park Boulevard)
Frequency: Once a year (Summer/Fall: May)
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SUMMARY
The purpose of this staff report is for the City Council to discuss restoring previous citywide events.
FISCAL IMPACT
A budget breakdown by event is attached for review and consideration by the City Council. Council will make
appropriate recommendations for final allocations.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1) Provide direction to staff of which events to implement and return with the appropriate funding and
allocations.
LEGAL REVIEW
None Required.
BACKGROUND
At their February 18, 2015 City Council Study Session, staff presented options to restore several citywide
events. At the request of Council, it was recommended to bring this item back for further discussion. Over the
last 5 years, various citywide events were cancelled due to budget constraints. Popular community events
included the 4t' of July Fireworks Spectacular, Celebrate Baldwin Park Parade, Halloween Fest, and the Easter
Egg Hunt. The Summer Concerts in the Park season was condensed from ten (10) performances to three (3)
performances in 2014.
Although the Street Market was a pilot program last year, it does not have a designated or approved budget for
2015. Due to the popularity of the event, staff is requesting the City Council to further discuss the feasibility of
hosting the Street Market in 2015.
ALTERNATIVES
Should the City Council not approve the attached special events, the City will continue to provide the current
special events already approved in the existing budget. As an alternative, the City Council can consider the
special event options for funding during the budget process for Fiscal Year 2015 -2016, this will allow the
Council to evaluate the City's financial health.
ATTACHMENT
1) Special Event Cost Estimate
ITEM NO.
STAFF REPORT
TO:
Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
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FROM:
Manuel Jr., Director of Recreation & Community Services
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SAN cABRaEL
DATE:
April 1, 2015
VALLEY �°":
SUBJECT:
DISCUSSION ON RESTORING PREVIOUS CITY EVENTS
SUMMARY
The purpose of this staff report is for the City Council to discuss restoring previous citywide events.
FISCAL IMPACT
A budget breakdown by event is attached for review and consideration by the City Council. Council will make
appropriate recommendations for final allocations.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council:
1) Provide direction to staff of which events to implement and return with the appropriate funding and
allocations.
LEGAL REVIEW
None Required.
BACKGROUND
At their February 18, 2015 City Council Study Session, staff presented options to restore several citywide
events. At the request of Council, it was recommended to bring this item back for further discussion. Over the
last 5 years, various citywide events were cancelled due to budget constraints. Popular community events
included the 4t' of July Fireworks Spectacular, Celebrate Baldwin Park Parade, Halloween Fest, and the Easter
Egg Hunt. The Summer Concerts in the Park season was condensed from ten (10) performances to three (3)
performances in 2014.
Although the Street Market was a pilot program last year, it does not have a designated or approved budget for
2015. Due to the popularity of the event, staff is requesting the City Council to further discuss the feasibility of
hosting the Street Market in 2015.
ALTERNATIVES
Should the City Council not approve the attached special events, the City will continue to provide the current
special events already approved in the existing budget. As an alternative, the City Council can consider the
special event options for funding during the budget process for Fiscal Year 2015 -2016, this will allow the
Council to evaluate the City's financial health.
ATTACHMENT
1) Special Event Cost Estimate
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NOTICE AND CALL
OF A
SPECIAL
OF
BALDWIN PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY
TO THE MEMBERS OF THE AFOREMENTIONED AGENCIES AND THE CITY CLERK OF
THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a Special Meeting is hereby called to be held on
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2015 at 7:00 PM. at City Hall Council Chambers, 14403 East
Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, CA 91706.
Said Special Meeting shall be for the purpose of conducting business in accordance
with the attached Agenda.
NO OTHER BUSINESS WILL BE DISCUSSED
Dated: March 26, 2015
Manuel Lozano
Mayor
F_'V;j a17_iv /h %7j1•j,—jIIo �7
I, Alejandra Avila, City Clerk of the City of Baldwin Park, certify that I caused the
aforementioned Notice and Call of a Special Meeting to be delivered via email (hard copy to
follow) to each Member and e-mail to the San Gabriel Valley Tribune, and that I posted said
notice as required by law on March 26, 2015.
r
Alejandra Avila
City Clerk
AGENDA
BALDWIN PARK
HOUSING AUTHORITY
APRIL 1, 2015
7:00 PM
SPECIAL MEETING
COUNCIL CHAMBER
14403 E. PACIFIC AVENUE
BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706
(626) 960 -4011
BALIDIWIN
P , A-
Manuel Lozano - Chair
Cruz Baca - Vice Chair
Monica Garcia - Board Member
Ricardo Pacheco - Board Member
Susan Rubio - Board Member
PLEASE TURN OFF CELL PHONES AND PAGERS WHILE MEETING IS IN PROCESS
POR FAVOR DE APAGAR SUS TELEFONOS CELULARES Y BEEPERS DURANTE LA JUNTA
PUBLIC COMMENTS COMENTARIOS DEL PUBLICO
The public is encouraged to address the Housing Se invita al pGblico a dirigirse a la Agencia nombrada en
Authority on any matter posted on the agenda or on esta agenda, para hablar sobre cualquier asunto
any other matter within its jurisdiction. If you wish to publicado en la agenda o cualquier tema que este bajo
address the Board, you may do so during the su jurisdiccion. Si usted desea la oportunidad de dirigirse
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS period noted on the a la Agencia, podra hacerlo durante el periodo de
agenda. Each person is allowed three (3) minutes Comentarios del Publico (Public Communications)
speaking time. A Spanish speaking interpreter is anunciado en la agenda. A cada persona se le permite
available for your convenience. hablar por tres (3) minutos. Hay un interprete para su
conveniencia.
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HOUSING AUTHORITY
SPECIAL MEETING — 7:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Board Members: Monica Garcia, Ricardo Pacheco,
Susan Rubio, Vice Chair Cruz Baca
and Chair Manuel Lozano
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Three (3) minute speaking time limit
Tres (3) minutos sera el limite Para hablar
THIS IS THE TIME SET ASIDE TO ADDRESS THE COMMISSION
No action may be taken on a matter unless it is listed on the agenda, or unless certain emergency or
special circumstances exist. The legislative body or its staff may: 1) Briefly respond to statements made or
questions asked by persons; or 2) Direct staff to investigate and /or schedule matters for consideration at a
future meeting. [Government Code §54954.2]
ESTE ES EL PERIODO DESIGNADO PARA DIRIGIRSE AL COMIS16N
No se podra tomar accion en algun asunto a menos que sea incluido en la agenda, o a menos que exista
alguna emergencia o circunstancia especial. El cuerpo legislativo y su personal podran: 1) Responder
brevemente a declaraciones o preguntas hechas por personas; o 2) Dirigir personal a investigar y/o fijar
asuntos para tomar en consideracion en juntas proximas. [Codigo de Gobierno §54954.2]
CONSENT CALENDAR
NONE.
PUBLIC HEARING
1. PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE BALDWIN PARK HOUSING
AUTHORITY'S CAPITAL FUND PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY 2015 -2019 FIVE
YEAR PLAN (PHA) AND FISCAL YEAR 2015 -2016 ANNUAL PLAN
Staff recommends that the Housing Board conduct the public hearing and following
the public hearing:
1) Approve and adopt the Capital Fund Public Housing Agency (PHA) Five Year
Plan and FY 2015 -2016 PHA Annual Plan which includes the Enterprise Income
Verification (EIV) and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Policies; and
2) Approve and adopt Resolution No. HA2015 -004, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY APPROVING AND
ADOPTING THE PUBLIC HOUSING 2015 -2019 FIVE YEAR PLAN AND ANNUAL
AGENCY PLAN FOR FY 2015 - 2016"
U- BKO1111 a z I TA1:4,II
CERTIFICATION
I, Alejandra Avila, Secretary of the Housing Authority hereby certify that, under penalty of perjury
under the laws of the State of California, the foregoing agenda was posted on the City Hall bulletin
board not less than 72 hours prior to the meeting. Dated this 26th day of March, 2015.
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Alejandra Avila
Secretary
PLEASE NOTE: Copies of staff reports and supporting documentation pertaining to each item on this agenda are available
for public viewing and inspection at City Hall, 2nd Floor Lobby Area or at the Los Angeles County Public Library in the City of
Baldwin Park. For fu her information regarding agenda items, please contact the orrice of the City Clerk at (626) 960 -4011
ext. 466 or via e -mail at krussell(a)baldwinpark.com .
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please
contact the Public Works Department or Risk Management at (626) 960 -4011. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will
enable staff to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. (28 CFR 34.102.104 ADA TITLE II)
ITEM NO. °
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STAFF REPORT BALDWIN PARK IOUST��r
TO: The Honorable Chairman and Members of the Board
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TE FROM: Marc Casta nola AICP Director of mmuni Develo me -
Suzie Ruelas, Housing Manager
SAN GABRIEL e
VAIEY, DATE: A rill 2015
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Rg 'ED JANO ,..
SUBJECT: BALDWIN PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY'S CAPITAL FUND
PUBLIC HOUSING AGENCY 2015 -2019 FIVE YEAR PLAN
(PHA) AND FY 2015 -2016 ANNUAL PLAN
SUMMARY
For the Baldwin Park Housing Authority (BPHA) Board to hold a public hearing and consider:
■ The adoption and approval of the Capital Fund Public Housing Agency (PHA) Five Year
Plan and FY 2015 -2016 PHA Annual Plan which includes the Enterprise Income
Verification (EIV) and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Policies; and
■ Approval of Resolution No. HA- 2015 -004, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE
PUBLIC HOUSING 2015 -2019 FIVE YEAR PLAN AND ANNUAL AGENCY PLAN
FOR FY 2015- 2016," which establishes the adoption of the Plan as required by the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD).
FISCAL IMPACT
Presently, the adoption of these plans should have minimal impact, if any, on the City's General
Fund. The Authority, in the past, has been able to secure the necessary amount of funding to pay for
both its program staff and the proportional administrative support costs provided by the City.
While the funding is in several areas, the largest area of funding is with the Housing Authority's
Section 8 program. The Housing Authority receives funding based on the number of tenants and
vouchers the Authority supports or issues. The Authority receives a set amount from each voucher
to provide program and administrative support. It is anticipated that the Housing Authority will
continue to be self - supporting and paying for all of its own program staff.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the Housing Board conduct the public hearing and following the public
hearing approve the:
■ The adoption and approval of the Capital Fund Public Housing Agency (PHA) Five Year
Plan and FY 2015 -2016 PHA Annual Plan which includes the Enterprise Income
Verification (EIV) and the Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) Policies; and
• Approve and adopt Resolution No. HA2015 -004, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
OF BALDWIN PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE
PUBLIC HOUSING 2015 -2019 FIVE YEAR PLAN AND ANNUAL AGENCY PLAN
FOR FY 2015- 2016."
PHA Plan Public Hearing
April 1, 2015
Paqe 2
BACKGROUND
Section 511 of the Quality Housing and Work Responsibility Act (QHWRA) of 1998 established the
public housing agency Five Year and Annual Plan requirements. The Five Year Plan describes the
mission of the agency and the agency's long -range goals and objectives for achieving its mission.
The Annual Plan outlines its approach to managing programs and providing services for the
upcoming year. The Annual Plan also serves as the annual application for grants to support
improvements to public housing buildings, such as the Capital Fund Program.
In order to receive operating funds from HUD for the Public Housing and Section 8 Housing Choice
Voucher Programs, Housing Authority must also submit an Annual PHA Plan for each year under
the Five Year Plan. The FY 2015 -2019 Five Year Plan and FY 2015 -2016 Annual Plan are due to
HUD by April 17, 2015.
Although included in the current Five Year Plan, the most important aspect to this Plan is the
proposed conversion to the Public Housing McNeil Manor units. The BPHA receives and annual
allocation of Capital Funds for the operation of these units in the amount of approximately $13,000.
Also, because these units are designated for senior citizens, the average amount of rent received
from each tenant is only $200. Therefore, in order to ensure sufficient funding to maintain and
operate these units successfully, staff proposes to convert McNeil Manor to market units and accept
Section 8 vouchers.
The key point to note is that the existing tenants will not be forced to vacate the units. Each tenant
will be issued a Section 8 voucher and will have the option to remain in the unit or relocate under the
Section 8 Housing Choice Voucher Program. The Consolidated Plan only informs HUD that the
BPHA is considering the conversion to be completed within this five -year period. Once the
conversion process begins, in -depth analysis and further documentation must be submitted to HUD.
BPHA Plan elements that are revised since its last Annual Plan submission also include:
1. Community Service and Self- Sufficiency: Due to lack of resources and staff, the BPHA
continues to consider eliminating the voluntary FSS program.
2. Implemented the use of social media to improve and maximize the outreach to owners and
tenants, and increase the availability of housing units.
Resident Advisory Board
Also as required, to ensure public input, the Resident Advisory Board (RAB), consisting of Section 8
Participants and Public Housing McNeill Manor residents met on January 29, 2015 to review the
documents. The RAB was informed of the proposed conversion and was in agreement with staff's
recommendation to proceed.
Public notices and 45 -day comment period
As required, a public notice was published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune informing the public
that the Annual Plan, including the Statement of Consistency with the Consolidated Plan, proposed
Capital Improvements and other required supporting documents were available for public review.
No comments have been received from the public regarding the PHA Plans.
PHA Plan Public Hearing
April 1, 2015
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1Iff-Diff.13 1S:1 OLIVI I �►� �a
No Legal Review is necessary at this time
ALTERNATIVES
There is no alternative for this item.
Attachments:
1. Baldwin Park Housing Authority Draft Five Year Consolidated PHA Plan
2. Resolution No. HA- 2015 -004
Attachment #1
Baldwin Park • Authority
Baldwin Park Housing Authority
14406 E. Pacific Avenue
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
PHA 5 -Year and U.S. Department of Housing and Urban OMB No. 2577 -0226
Development Expires 8/30/2011
Annual Plan Office of Public and Indian Housing
1.0
PHA Information
PHA Name: BALDWIN PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY PHA Code: CA120
PHA Type: ❑ Small ® High Performing ❑ Standard ❑ HCV (Section 8)
PHA Fiscal Year Beginning: (MM/YYYY): 07/01/2015
2.0
Inventory (based on ACC units at time of FY beginning in 1.0 above)
Number of PH units: 12 Number of HCV units: 880
3.0
Submission Type
® 5 -Year and Annual Plan ❑ Annual Plan Only ❑ 5 -Year Plan Only
4.0
PHA Consortia ❑ PHA Consortia: (Check box if submitting a joint Plan and complete table below.)
No. of Units in Each
Participating PHAs
I
PHA
Program(s) Included in the
Programs Not in the
Program
Code
Consortia
Consortia
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PHA 1:
PHA 2:
PHA 3:
5.0
5 -Year Plan. Complete items 5.1 and 5.2 only at 5 -Year Plan update.
5.1
Mission. State the PHA's Mission for serving the needs of low- income, very low- income, and extremely low income families in the PHA's
jurisdiction for the next five years:
1. In compliance with the 1937 Federal Housing Act, the City of Baldwin Park will ensure that all assisted units are quality places that provide
residents with safe, decent, sanitary, and affordable housing.
2. Provide quality customer service and economic assistance to low- income families and individuals regardless of race, color, religion, national
origin, sex, familial status, and disability.
3. Create a sustainable, self - sufficient, and federally compliant housing program by effectively and efficiently utilizing federal and local resources.
4. Promote a positive and productive relationship with tenants and landlords by clearly explaining all federal regulations and local policies
governing the Section 8 Program.
5. Detect and deter waste, fraud, and abuse by requiring all caseworkers to diligently review all documents and identify any unreported income and
assets. In addition, requiring and enforcing the use of the EIV systern by all caseworkers.
5.2
Goals and Objectives. Identify the PHA's quantifiable goals and objectives that will enable the PHA to serve the needs of low- income and very
low- income, and extremely low- income families for the next five years. Include a report on the progress the PHA has made in meeting the goals
and objectives described in the previous 5 -Year Plan,
1. Maintain a leasing rate of 98% to 100% and /or expend our total budget authority to lease the maximum units authorized by HUD.
2. Continue to strengthen our agency's financial position by controlling expenditures and periodically assessing staffing and business needs and
implementing changes as necessary.
3. We will utilize the resources of both the Baldwin Park Housing Authority and its consortium of cities to create a synergy resulting in improved
and more efficient delivery of services to its clients.
4. Work to ensure the de- concentration of low- income families in high - poverty areas by encouraging them and assisting them in moving to low -
poverty areas and census tracts. The PHA will outreach to owners of units located outside areas of poverty or minority concentration.
5. Continue to maintain and improve our SF,MAP scores by addressing any areas of weakness and implementing new procedures to improve
specific SEMAP indicators /scores.
6. Educate staff on new regulations and enforce current regulations that pertain to policies that affect the family's initial eligibility and continued
assistance in the program. It is our goal to reduce any errors in calculating the housing assistance through training and quality control.
7. We have continued our efforts to leverage private and /or other public funds to create additional housing opportunities.
8. We will continue to assess and improve our public housing management and our voucher management.
9. We will continue our services agreement with the Fair Housing Agency to promote equal housing opportunities free from discrimination.
10. Our housing authority will ensure access to assisted housing regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, and
disability.
Page 1 of 2 form HUD -50075 (4/2008)
Page 2 of 2 form HUD -50075 (4/2008)
PHA Plan Update
(a) Identify all PHA Plan elements that have been revised by the PHA since its last Annual Plan submission:
1. Community Service and Self - Sufficiency: Due to lack of resources and staff, the BPHA continues to consider eliminating the voluntary FSS
program.
2. Operation and Management: The Baldwin Park Housing Authority continues to research the process of removing its public housing units,
6.0
McNeil Manor, from its inventory. The existing residents will receive tenant -based voucher assistance. The voluntary conversion from public
housing to tenant -based assistance will be done in accordance with 24 CFR 972 subpart B. McNeil Manor is the name of the project being
converted.
3. Implemented the use of social media to improve and maximize the outreach to owners and tenants and increase the availability of housing units.
(b) Identify the specific location(s) where the public may obtain copies of the 5 -Year and Annual PHA Plan. For a complete list of PHA Plan
elements, see Section 6.0 of the instructions.
Baldwin Park City Hall
14403 E. Pacific Ave.
Baldwin Park, CA 91706
Hope VI, Mixed Finance Modernization or Development, Demolition and /or Disposition, Conversion of Public Housing, Homeownership
Programs, and Project -based Vouchers. Include statements related to these programs as applicable.
7.0
Azusa Apartments — 3 Units
Covina Cienega Garden Apartments — 12 Units
The need for affordable housing for Project -Based Vouchers for low- income families continues to be a high priority for the cities of Azusa, Covina
and the five cities within the jurisdiction of BPHA. Many large families experience high rent burdens and the provision of Project -Based Vouchers
at the two apartment complexes accomplishes the Housing Element goal of addressing the housing needs of lower income households.
8.0
Capital Improvements. Please complete Parts 8.1 through 8.3, as applicable.
8.1
Capital Fund Program Annual Statement/Performance and Evaluation Report. As part of the PHA 5 -Year and Annual Plan,
annually complete and submit the Capital Fund Program Annual Statement/Performance and Evaluation Report, form HUD - 50075.1,
for each current and open CFP grant and CFFP financing.
8.2
Capital Fund Program Five -Year Action Plan. As part of the submission of the Annual Plan, PHAs must complete and submit the Capital
Fund Program Five -Year Action Plan, form HUD - 50075.2, and subsequent annual updates (on a rolling basis, e.g., drop current year,
and add latest year for a five year period). Large capital items must be included in the Five -Year Action Plan.
8.3
Capital Fund Financing Program (CFFP).
❑ Check if the PHA proposes to use any portion of its Capital Fund Program (CFP) /Replacement Housing Factor (RHF) to repay debt incurred to
finance capital improvements.
Page 2 of 2 form HUD -50075 (4/2008)
9.0
Housing Needs. Based on information provided by the applicable Consolidated Plan, information provided by HUD, and other generally available
data, make a reasonable effort to identify the housing needs of the low- income, very low- income, and extremely low- income families who reside in
the jurisdiction served by the PHA, including elderly families, families with disabilities, and households of various races and ethnic groups, and
other families who are on the public housing and Section 8 tenant -based assistance waiting lists. The identification of housing needs must address
issues of affordability, supply, quality, accessibility, size of units, and location.
Baldwin Park:
There are 18,105 housing units in the City of Baldwin Park The vacancy rate is 4.5 %. Median rents range from $750 to $1,499 (89.7% of units).
There are 6,826 renter - occupied units in Baldwin Park A great proportion, 17.5 %, of the families and individuals in Baldwin Park fall below the
poverty level. 61.5% of the households pay more than 30% of their income towards rent.
An estimated 6,986 of Baldwin Park residents are disabled which represents 9.3% of the population. An estimated 7,761 are elderly households
representing 11.0% of the population.
The majority of Baldwin Park's residents are identified as White representing an estimated 43.9% of the population. The second largest ethnic group
in the city are Asians representing 14.2% of the population. However, Hispanics /Latinos of any race represent 80.1 % of the population.
West Covina
There are 32,474 housing units in the City of West Covina. The vacancy rate is 3.4 %. Median rents range from $750 to $1,500 (93.2% of units).
There are 11,171 renter - occupied units in Baldwin Park. 10.0 %, of the families and individuals in West Covina fall below the poverty level. 61.1%
of the households pay more than 30% of their income towards rent.
An estimated 11,079 of West Covina residents are disabled which represents 10.4% of the population. An estimated 15,819 are elderly households
representing 15.4% of the population.
The majority of West Covina's residents are identified as White representing an estimated 42.8% of the population. The second largest ethnic group
in the city are Asians representing 25.8% of the population. However, Hispanics /Latinos of any race represent 53.2% of the population.
Monrovia
There are 14,150 housing units in the City of Monrovia. The vacancy rate is 6.1 %. Median rents range from $750 to $1,500 (89.7% of units). There
are 6,512 renter - occupied units in Monrovia A great proportion, 9.8°%, of the families and individuals in Monrovia fall below the poverty level_.
47.8% of the households pay more than 30% of their income towards rent.
An estimated 2,815 of Monrovia residents are disabled which represents 7.6% of the population. An estimated 5,336 are elderly households
representing 15.5% of the population.
The majority of Monrovia's residents are identified as White representing an estimated 59.9% of the population. The second largest ethnic group in
the city are Asians representing 11.2% of the population. However, Hispanics/Latinos of any race represent 38.4% of the population.
El Monte
There are 30,998 housing units in the City of El Monte. The vacancy is 5.7 %. Median rents range from $500 to $1,500 (95.2% of units). There are
17,326 renter - occupied units in El Monte. A great proportion, 24.3 %, of the families and individuals in El Monte fall below the poverty level.
66.3% of the households pay more than 30% of their income towards rent.
An estimated 9,908 of El Monte residents are disabled which represents 5.8% of the population. An estimated 13,083 are elderly households
representing 13.3% of the population.
The majority of El Monte's residents are identified as White representing an estimated 38.8% of the population. The second largest ethnic group in
the city are Asians representing 25.1 % of the population. However, Hispanics /Latinos of any race represent 69.0% of the population.
South El Monte
There are 4,944 housing units in the City of El Monte. The vacancy is 4.3 %. Median rents range from $500 to $1,500 (94.2% of units). There are
17,326 renter - occupied units in El Monte. A great proportion, 19.4 %, of the families and individuals in El Monte fall below the poverty level.
63.5% of the households pay more than 30% of their income towards rent.
An estimated 2,469 of El Monte residents are disabled which represents 12.3% of the population. An estimated 2,185 are elderly households
representing 119% of the population.
The majority of El Monte's residents are identified as White representing an estimated 50.4% of the population. The second largest ethnic group in
the city are Asians representing 11.0% of the population. However, Hispanics /Latinos of any race represent 84.9% of the population.
Housing need is defined as the gap between the type of housing required by the City's existing and projected residents and the type of housing
available.
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9.1
Strategy for Addressing Housing Needs. Provide a brief description of the PHA's strategy for addressing the housing needs of families in the
jurisdiction and on the waiting list in the upcoming year. Note: Small, Section 8 only, and High Performing PHAs complete only for Annual
Plan submission with the 5 -Year Plan.
1. Maintain a leasing rate of 98% to 100 %.
2. Continue to maximize the budget authority to provide as many households as possible with improved living conditions and ease cost burdens
associated with housing.
3. Create more flexible and portable housing opportunities by converting the Baldwin Park Housing Authority's public housing units to tenant -
based voucher assistance.
4. Continue to provide forms and documents via its web portal to owners and tenants to increase the accessibility of information and streamline
procedures with the goal of helping tenants and owners to comply with Section 8 rules and increase the availability of housing units.
Additional Information. Describe the following, as well as any additional information HUD has requested.
(a) Progress in Meeting Mission and Goals. Provide a brief statement of the PHA's progress in meeting the mission and goals described in the 5-
Year Plan.
I. Our housing authority continues to ensure access to assisted housing regardless of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial
status, and disability by partnering with and supporting the Fair Housing Rights Center.
2. We leveraged public funds to create additional housing opportunities by establishing 3 Project Based units in Azusa and 12 Project
Based units in Covina in 2014.
3. In an effort to obtain and retain affordable rental units for the BPHA tenants', the payment standards are continuously analyzed and
10.0
up,. p p P y g g T` . -�,
dated as needed. This allows the HCV participants to compete airl with the non-participants when seekin housing. �r also
encourages property owners to participate in the HCV program.
4. The BPI-IA has maximized its budget authority to provide as many households as possible with improved living conditions and ease cost
burdens associated with housing.
(b) Significant Amendment and Substantial Deviation/Modification. Provide the PHA's definition of "significant amendment" and "substantial
deviation /modification"
Significant Amendment is defined as an amendment that would require the approval of the Housing Commission and the Housing Board in order to
implement (i.e., a change to Eligibility and /or Occupancy requirements, a change in goals or strategy and a substantial change in the goals and
objectives.)
Substantial Deviation is defined as a significant reduction in the goals and objectives over the five -year period, or a change of 2 more indicators or a
change /addition to or elimination of one of the Agency's goals.
I
11.0 Required Submission for HUD Field Office Review. In addition to the PHA Plan template (HUD - 50075), PHAs must submit the following
documents. Items (a) through (g) may be submitted with signature by mail or electronically with scanned signatures, but electronic submission is
encouraged. Items (h) through (i) must be attached electronically with the PHA Plan. Note: Faxed copies of these documents will not be accepted
by the Field Office.
(a) Form HUD - 50077, PHA Certifications of Compliance with the PHA Plans and Related Regulations (which includes all certifications relating
to Civil Rights)
(b) Form HUD- 50070, Certification for a Drug -Free Workplace (PHAs receiving CFP grants only)
(c) Form HUD - 50071, Certification of Payments to Influence Federal Transactions (PHAs receiving CFP grants only)
(d) Form SF -LLL, Disclosure ofLobbying Activities (PFIAs receiving CFP grants only)
(e) Form SF- LLL -A, Disclosure of Lobbying Activities Continuation Sheet (PHAs receiving CFP grants only)
(f) Resident Advisory Board (RAB) comments. Comments received from the RAB must be submitted by the PHA as an attachment to the PHA
Plan. PHAs must also include a narrative describing their analysis of the recommendations and the decisions made on these recommendations.
(g) Challenged Elements
(h) Form HUD - 50075.1, Capital Fund Program Annual Statement /Performance and Evaluation Report (PHAs receiving CFP grants only)
(i) Form HUD - 50075.2, Capital Fund Program Five -Year Action Plan (PHAs receiving CFP grants only)
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Civil Rights Certification U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Office of Public and Indian Housing
Expires 08/30/2011
Civil Rights Certification
Annual Certification and Board Resolution
Acting on behalf of the Board of Co7z7missionens of the Public Hozising Agency (PHA) listed below, as its Chairman or other
acithorifed PHA official ff'lhere is no Board of 'Con7n7issioi7er, T approve the submission ofthe Plan for the PHA ofwhich this
docwnent is a part and snake tlie, following cei °tification and agreerirent with the Department of Housing and Urban Development
(HUD) in connection with the submission of the Plan and implementation thereof.
The PHA certifies that it will carry out the public housing program of the agency in conformity with title VI of
the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Fair Ilousing Act, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and title II of
the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, and will affirmatively further fair housing.
BALDWIN PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY CA 120
PHA Name
PHA Number /HA Code
i hcicbv certile that all the inlbrmation stated herein. is well as am, mf6rmation provided in the accompaniment herewith_ is true and accurate. Warninti: HUD will
prosecute fialsc claim, and statements Conviction may result in criminal and /or civil penalties. ( 18 U.S.C. 100L 1010. 1012 31 U.S.C. '3729. 3802)
�ame hannon Yauchzee
of Authorized 011 icial
Chief Executive Officer
Title
signature
Date
• � 11 fi•
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to • •
Applicant Name
Program /Activity Receiving Federal Grant Funding
U.S. Department of Housing
and Urban Development
Acting on behalf of the above named Applicant as its Authorized Official, I make the following certifications and agreements to
the Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) regarding the sites listed below:
I certify that the above named Applicant will or will continue
to provide a drug -free workplace by:
a. Publishing a statement notifying employees that the un-
lawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession, or use
of a controlled substance is prohibited in the Applicant's work-
place and specifying the actions that will be taken against
employees for violation of such prohibition.
b. Establishing an on -going drug -free awareness program to
inform employees - --
(1) The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;
(2) The Applicant's policy of maintaining a drug -free
workplace;
(3) Any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and
employee assistance programs; and
(4) The penalties that may be imposed upon employees
for drug abuse violations occurring in the workplace.
c. Making it a requirement that each employee to be engaged
in the performance of the grant be given a copy of the statement
required by paragraph a.;
d. Notifying the employee in the statement required by para-
graph a. that, as a condition of employment under the grant, the
employee will - --
(1) Abide by the terms of the statement; and
(2) Notify the employer in writing of his or her convic-
tion for a violation of a criminal drug statute occurring in the
workplace no later than five calendar days after such conviction;
e. Notifying the agency in writing, within ten calendar days
after receiving notice under subparagraph d.(2) from an em-
ployee or otherwise receiving actual notice of such conviction.
Employers of convicted employees must provide notice, includ-
ing position title, to every grant officer or other designee on
whose grant activity the convicted employee was working,
unless the Federalagency has designated a central point for the
receipt of such notices. Notice shall include the identification
number(s) of each affected grant;
f. Taking one of the following actions, within 30 calendar
days of receiving notice under subparagraph d.(2), with respect
to any employee who is so convicted - --
( 1 ) Taking appropriate personnel action against such an
employee, up to and including termination, consistent with the
requirements of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, as amended; or
(2) Requiring such employee to participate satisfacto-
rily in a drug abuse assistance or rehabilitation program ap-
proved for such purposes by a Federal, State, or local health, law
enforcement, or other appropriate agency;
g. Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug -
free workplace through implementation of paragraphs a. thru f.
2. Sites for Work Performance. The Applicant shall list (on separate pages) the site(s) for the performance of work done in connection with the
HUD funding of the program /activity shown above: Place of Performance shall include the street address, city, county, State, and zip code.
Identify each sheet with the Applicant name and address and the program /activity receiving grant funding.)
Check here ❑ if there are workplaces on file that are not identified on the attached sheets.
I hereby certify that all the information stated herein, as well as any information provided in the accompaniment herewith, is true and accurate.
Warning: HUD will prosecute false claims and statements. Conviction may result in criminal and /or civil penalties.
(18 U.S.C. 1001, 1010, 1012; 31 U.S.C. 3729, 3802)
Name of Authorized Official
Signature
a
Title
Date
form HUD -50070 (3/98)
ref. Handbooks 7417.1, 7475.13, 7485.1 &.3
Agency Plan 2015-2020
Resident Advisory Board Review and Comments:
The Resident Advisory Board reviewed the plan prior to submission to the Housing Authority
Board. On January 29, 2O15, the Resident Advisory Board indicated they agreed with the
Agency Plan as written and had no requested changes or other comments.
PHA Certifications of Compliance
with PHA Plans and Related
R e g u l a t i o n s
U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development
Office of Public and Indian Housing
OMB No. 2577 -0226
Expires 08/30/2011
PHA Certifications of Compliance with the PHA Plans and Related Regulations:
Board Resolution to Accompany the PHA 5 -Year and Animal PHA Plan
Acting on behalf of the Board of Commissioners of the Public Housing Agencj WHA) listed below, as its Chairman or other
aztt/zorLed PHA official if there is zao Board of Commissioners, I approve the submission ofthe x 5 -Year and /or x Annztal PHA
Plan for the PNA fscal year beginning 2015 hereinafter referred to as " 117e Plan ", ofwhich 11iis document is a Part and
make the following certifications and agreements ii,it /z the Department of [Iou,5ing and Urban Develohsnent (HUD) in connection with
the submission ofthe Plan and implementation thereof
I. The Plan is consistent with the applicable comprehensive housing affordability strategy (or any plan incorporating such
strategy) for the jurisdiction in which the PHA is located.
2. The Plan contains a certification by the appropriate State or local officials that the Plan is consistent with the applicable
Consolidated Plan, which includes a certification that requires the preparation of an Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing
Choice, for the FHA's jurisdiction and a description of the manner in which the PHA Plan is consistent with the applicable
Consolidated Plan.
3. The PHA certifies that there has been no change, significant or otherwise, to the Capital Fund Program (and Capital Fund
Program /Replacement Housing Factor) Annual Statement(s), since submission of its last approved Annual Plan. The Capital
Fund Program Annual Statement /Annual Statement /Performance and Evaluation Report must be submitted annually even if
there is no change.
4. The PHA has established a Resident Advisory Board or Boards, the membership of which represents the residents assisted by
the PHA, consulted with this Board or Boards in developing the Plan, and considered the recommendations of the Board or
Boards (24 CFR 903.13). The PHA has included in the Plan submission a copy of the recommendations made by the
Resident Advisory Board or Boards and a description of the manner in which the Plan addresses these recommendations.
5. The PHA made the proposed Plan and all iiiforniation relevant to the public hearing available for public inspection at least 45
days before the hearing, published a notice that a hearing would be held and conducted a hearing to discuss the Plan and
invited public comment.
6. The PHA certifies that it will carry out the Plan in conformity with Title Vi of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Fair Housing
Act, section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and title 11 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.
7. The PHA will affirmatively further fair housing by examining then programs or proposed programs, identify any
impediments to fair housing choice within those programs, address those impediments in a reasonable fashion in view of the
resources available and work with local jurisdictions to implement any of the jurisdiction's initiatives to affirmatively further
fair housing that require the PHA's involvement and maintain records reflecting these analyses and actions.
8. For PHA Plan that includes a policy for site based waiting lists:
• The PHA regularly submits required data to HUD's 50058 PIC/IMS Module in an accurate, complete and timely manner
(as specified in PIH Notice 2006 -24);
• The system of site -based waiting lists provides for full disclosure to each applicant in the selection of the development in
which to reside, including basic information about available sites; and an estimate of the period of time the applicant
would likely have to wait to be admitted to units of different sizes and types at each site;
• Adoption of site -based waiting list would not violate any court order or settlement agreement or be inconsistent with a
pending complaint brought by HUD;
• The PHA shall take reasonable measures to assure that such waiting list is consistent with affirmatively furthering fair
housing;
• The PHA provides for review of its site -based waiting list policy to determine if it is consistent with civil rights laws and
certifications, as specified in 24 CFR part 903.7(c)(1).
9. The PHA will comply with the prohibitions against discrimination on the basis of age pursuant to the Age Discrimination Act
of 1975.
10. The PHA will comply with the Architectural Barriers Act of 1968 and 24 CFR Part 41, Policies and Procedures for the
Enforcement of Standards and Requirements for Accessibility by the Physically Handicapped,
H. . The PHA wi I I comply with the requirements of section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, Employment
Opportunities for Low -or Very -Low income Persons, and with its implementing regulation at 24 CFR Part 135.
12. The PHA will complywith acquisition and relocation requirements of the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property
Acquisition Policies Act of 1970 and implementing regulations at 49 CFR Part 24 as applicable.
Previous version is obsolete Page 1 of2 form HUD -50077 (4/2008)
13_ The PHA will take appropriate affirmative action to award contracts to minority and women's business enterprises under 24
CFR 5.105(a).
14. The PHA will provide the responsible entity or HUD any documentation that the responsible entity or HUD needs to carry
out its review under the National Environmental Policy Act and other related authorities in accordance with 24 CFR Pant 58
or Part 50, respectively.
15. With respect to public housing the PHA will comply with Davis -Bacon or HUD determined wage rate requirements under
Section 12 of the United States Housing Act of 1937 and the Contract Work Hours and Safety Standards Act.
16. The PHA will keep records in accordance with 24 CFR 85.20 and facilitate an effective audit to determine compliance with
program requirements.
17. The PHA will comply with the Lead -Based Paint Poisoning Prevention Act, the Residential Lead -Based Paint Hazard
Reduction Act of 1992, and 24 CFR Part 35.
18. The PHA will comply with the policies, guidelines, and requirements of OMB Circular No. A -87 (Cost Principles for State,
Local and Indian Tribal Governments), 2 CFR Pant 225, and 24 CFR Part 85 ('Administrative Requirements for Grants and
Cooperative Agreements to State, Local and Federally Recognized Indian Tribal Governments).
19. The PHA will undertake only activities and programs covered by the Plan in a manner consistent with its Plan and will utilize
covered grant funds only for activities that are approvable under the regulations and included in its Plan.
20. All attachments to the Plan have been and will continue to be available at all times and all locations that the PHA Plan is
available for public inspection. Ail required supporting documents have been made available for public inspection along with
the Plan and additional requirements at the primacy business office of the PHA and at all other times and locations identified
by the PHA in its PHA Plan and will continue to be made available at least at the primary business office of the PHA.
21. The PHA provides assurance as part of this certification that:
(i) The Resident Advisory Board had an opportunity to review and comment on the changes to the policies and programs
before implementation by the PHA;
(ii) The changes were duly approved by the PHA Board of Directors (or similar governing body); and
(iii) The revised policies and programs are available for review and inspection, at the principal office of tile PHA during
normal business hours.
22. The PHA certifies that it is in compliance with all applicable Federal statutory and regulatory requirements.
BALDWIN PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY CA 120
PHA Name P1 IA Number /1 -1A Code
X 5 -Year PHA Plan for Fiscal Years 2015 - 2020
X Annual PHA Plan for Fiscal Years 2015 - 2016
1 herchv certitb that all the information stated herein. as well as any information provided in the accompaniment herewith, is true and accurate. Warning: HUD will
prosecute false claims and statements. Conviction mad' result in criminal and/or civil penalties. (18 U.S.C. 1001. 1010. 1012.31 U.S.C. 3729.3802)
Name of Authorized Official Shannon YauCh /CC Executive Director
Title
Signature Date
Previous version is obsolete Page 2 of2 Form HUD -50077 (4!2008)
A ■
RESOLUTION NO. HA 2015 -004
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN
PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY APPROVING
AND ADOPTING THE PUBLIC HOUSING
2015 -2019 FIVE YEAR PLAN AND ANNUAL
AGENCY PLAN FOR FY 2015 -2016
WHEREAS, the Baldwin Park Housing Authority administers the Section 8
Housing Choice Voucher and Public Housing Programs with funds provided by the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development ( "HUD "); and
WHEREAS, the 2015 -2019 Five Year Plan and FY 2015 -2016 Annual
PHA Piaui describes in accordance with Section i 1511 1 of the Quality Housing and Work
Responsibility Act (1998) the agency's long -range goals and objectives for achieving it's
mission, the agency's approach to managing programs, and providing services for the
upcoming five years.
WHEREAS, the FY 2015 -2019 Five Year PHA Plan and 2015 -2016
serves as the annual application for the Capital Fund Program grant to support
improvements to it's public housing.
WHEREAS, HUD regulations require that Public Housing Authorities that
receive funds to operate Federal Public Housing and Section 8 Tenant -Based
Assistance (vouchers) programs must submit updated Annual PHA Plans on an annual
basis.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Baldwin Park Housing Authority does resolve as
follows:
SECTION 1. That the 2015 -2019 Five Year Plan and the 2015 -2016
Annual PHA Plan has been established in accordance with the Housing Quality and
Work Responsibility Act and is current with HUD regulations.
SECTION 2. That the Chairman and Secretary shall certify to the
adoption of this resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. HA 2015-004
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APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of April 2015.
Manuel Lozano, Chairman
ATTEST:
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) .ss
CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
1, Alejandra Avila, City Clerk of the City of Baldwin Park do hereby certify that the
above foregoing Resolution was duly passed and adopted by the Baldwin Park Housing
Authority at a Special Meeting thereof, held on the 1st day of April 2015, by the following
vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
Alejandra Avila, City Clerk