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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013 12 04 CC MIN MINUTES BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING DECEMBER 04, 2013 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 7:00 p.m. These Minutes are transcribed in Agenda order and do not necessarily reflect the order in which each items was presented or discussed at the meeting. INVOCATION The invocation was provided by Pastor Jackson. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Lozano. ROLL CALL • The following members of the City Council were present: Council Member Cruz Baca Council Member Ricardo Pacheco Council Member Susan Rubio Mayor Pro Tem Monica Garcia Mayor Manuel Lozano ANNOUNCEMENTS Councilmember Pacheco asked that the meeting be closed in memory of Lillian Salazar, a long-time resident of Baldwin Park, and noting that her family has been an integral part of the community; extended condolences to her family and friends. Mayor Pro Tem Garcia requested that the meeting be closed on behalf of Leo Barajas, who passed at the age of 103. He and his wife had been residents in Baldwin Park for a many, many years and he will be missed by all. Councilmember Garcia extended condolences and asked that the meeting be closed in memory of Raul Martinez, Sr. Mr. Martinez was the founder of King Taco, a food establishment that grew to have more than 20 locations throughout Southern California. • City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 12/18/13 4, Mayor Lozano also asked that the meeting be closed in memory of Andrea Via, a Baldwin Park resident spanning over 40 years, and extend condolences to her family. City Treasurer Contreras extended congratulations to Al Contreras, her husband, who retired from a long career with Southern California Edison. She also noted the attendance of Former City Treasurer Ana Montenegro. CITY COUNCIL / CITY CLERK/ CITY TREASURER / STAFF REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Pro Tem Pacheco requested that a Special Meeting be scheduled to discuss review and evaluate the contracts of the Executive Team and the City Attorney, and a meeting to review the budget consideration. Council agreed that the first Special Meeting be scheduled for Tuesday, December 10 at 5:00 p.m. and the second Special Meeting be scheduled for Wednesday, December 11 at 6:00 p.m. Councilmember Rubio encouraged everyone to attend the Tree Lighting Ceremony and reminded everyone of the Breakfast with Santa event coming up on Saturday. NEW BUSINESS A. RESOLUTION RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD NOVEMBER 5, 2013 • Staff recommends City Council waive further reading and adopt Resolution No. 2013-040 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD NOVEMBER 5, 2013 AND DECLARING THE RESULTS AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW". Motion made by Lozano, seconded by Rubio, and carried (5— 0) to approve and adopt Resolution No. 2013-040, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD NOVEMBER 5, 2013 AND DECLARING THE RESULTS AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW." AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. B. PRESENTATION TO OUTGOING COUNCILMEMBER MARLEN GARCIA AND COMMENTS MADE BY COUNCILMEMBER GARCIA • Councilmember Marlen Garcia made a speech in which she thanked the members of the community for their support and encouragement throughout her years of Page 2 of 8 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 12/18/13 service; spoke of the many programs and projects that were successfully • implemented; expressed appreciation to all and wished a great future for the new City Council Mayor Lozano presented Councilmember Marlen Garcia with plaque in recognition of her 14 years of service to the City of Baldwin Park. Mayor Lozano also thanked Ms. Garcia personally and professionally for her contributions to making Baldwin Park a great place to live. Mayor Pro Tem Monica Garcia also thanked Ms. Garcia for her bold leadership, for her encouragement, and for being a great role model. Councilmember Rubio expressed gratitude to Ms. Garcia for her service and for setting an example as a strong and capable female, both as a single mother and as a community leader. Councilmember Pacheco expressed admiration for Ms. Garcia's many years of dedication to the City of Baldwin Park and wished her the very best in her future endeavors. Treasurer Contreras expressed her appreciation for Ms. Garcia's leadership and friendship over the past 14 years, and wished her success in her future. • C. ADMINISTRATION OF OATHS OF OFFICE AND PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATES OF ELECTION TO NEWLY ELECTED AND RE-ELECTED OFFICIALS AS FOLLOWS: • City Clerk Alejandra Avila Councilmember Rubio administered the Oath of Office and swore in the City Clerk, Alejandra Avila, and presented her with the Certificate of Re-Election from Gloria Molina and the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles. • City Treasurer Marie Contreras Al Contreras administered the Oath of Office and swore in the Treasurer, Marie Contreras, and City Clerk Avila presented her with the Certificate of Re-Election from Gloria Molina and the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles. • Councilmember Cruz Baca Assemblyman Roger Hernandez administered the Oath of Office and swore in Councilmember Elect Cruz Baca and Mayor Lozano presented Councilmember Elect Baca with the Certificate of Election. • Page 3 of 8 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 12/18/13 • Councilmember Susan Rubio • Assemblyman Roger Hernandez then administered the Oath of Office and swore in Councilmember Susan Rubio and Mayor Lozano presented her with the Certificate of Re-Election, from Gloria Molina and the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles. Silvia Rubio, Council Representative for the City of Compton, presented a Certificate of Recognition to Councilmember Susan Rubio, on behalf of the Council of the City of Compton. • Mayor Manuel Lozano Councilmember Garcia administered the Oath of Office and swore in Mayor Manuel Lozano; Councilmember Susan Rubio then presented Mayor Lozano with the Certificate of Re-Election, from Gloria Molina and the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles. D. COMMENTS BY RE-ELECTED AND NEWLY ELECTED OFFICIALS • City Clerk Alejandra Avila City Clerk Avila expressed her sincere appreciation to the community for her re- • election and that she looks forward to serving another four years. • City Treasurer Marie Contreras City Treasurer Contreras extended her thanks to everyone for their support and her excitement for the opportunity to serve the community for another four years. • Councilmember Cruz Baca Councilmember Baca thanked the many people who supported her in her campaign for election; expressed gratitude to her family and the many generations of Bacas who instilled a sense of determination; committed to be available to all who wish to be heard and to work for the people. • Councilmember Susan Rubio Councilmember Rubio thanked the community for putting their trust in her again, to represent all the people of Baldwin Park, and thanked her husband, parents, family and friends who supported her re-election. • Page 4 of 8 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 12/18/13 • Mayor Manuel Lozano • Mayor Lozano extended his thanks to his father, who has supported him these many years, spoke of his history as Mayor and how he continues to hold a deep sense of commitment to a great future for Baldwin Park. E. REORGANIZATION OF THE CITY COUNCIL - SELECTION OF MAYOR PRO TEMPORE City Clerk Avila opened nomination for the office of Mayor Pro Tempore at 9:02 p.m. Councilmember Susan Rubio nominated Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco. Councilmember Cruz Baca seconded the nomination of Ricardo Pacheco. Receiving no other nominations, Clerk Avila conducted the election by roll call to vote Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco to the office of Mayor Pro Tempore. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS • • Certificate Presentations by the State Officials to the Re-Elected/New Baldwin Park City Council, City Clerk, City Treasurer and Outgoing Councilmember Marlen Garcia. Susan Reyes, a representative of Senator Ed Hernandez, presented Ms. Garcia with a Certificate of Appreciation for her dedication and work in the community of Baldwin Park. Ms. Garcia was also presented with a Certificate of Recognition on behalf of Gloria Molina and the Los Angeles Board of County Supervisors. Ms.Reyes then presented Councilmembers and Elected Officials with Certificates of Recognition and expressed hopes of great collaboration, achievement, and success in the years to come. Assemblyman Roger Hernandez then presented to each of the elected officials a Certificate of Recognition from the members of the State Legislature and wished all great success in the coming years. • Presentation/Oath of Office of the new Sworn Police Officers Mayor Lozano administered the Oath of Office to newly sworn in Officers of the City of Baldwin Park Police Department. • Page 5 of 8 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 12/18/13 Following the Mayor's administration of the Oath, Chief Hadsell extended a welcome • to new officers of the Baldwin Park Police Department. • Administration of Oath of Office to Valley County Water District Board Member Lenet Pacheco by Assembly Member Roger Hernandez. Assemblyman Roger Hernandez then administered the Oath of Office and swore in Lenet Pacheco as Director of the Valley County Water District. Councilmember Pacheco congratulated his wife, Lenet Pacheco, on her successful election to the position as Director; Director Pacheco then thanked her Campaign Manager. Mayor Lozano then noted the attendance of Blaca Rubio, member of the Baldwin Park Unified School District, and the presence of former Mayor of Baldwin Park, Jack White, noting that he was the first elected Mayor and was longest serving politician in the history of the City of Baldwin Park. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Lozano declared Public Communications open at 7:04 p.m. with a reminder that speakers are allowed three (3) minutes. • Al Luna, requested that the street sweepers be repaired; complained that the equipment has been breaking down and there appears to be no effort to repair them; opined that it is not fair to charge residents taxes for services that are not being done. He also made reference to storage containers that are unsightly and asked that the newly elected officials do what needs to be done. Mark Montenegro, son of Ana Montenegro, thanked the City and staff for working alongside her those 25 years of service as City Treasurer; extended congratulations to the incumbent and newly elected officials both on his own behalf and on behalf of his father; wished everyone well. Thomas Kerry, former resident of Baldwin Park, extended congratulations to the newly elected officials; suggested that the logo that appears in various places and on City vehicles should be reverted back to the previous 'hub' symbol; expressed hope that new council can bring new business to the city; made comment of the changes occurring in Riverside and expressed doubt in the newly elected officials there. John Rios, Baldwin Park resident, offered congratulations to Councilmember Baca and Councilmember Rubio, and expressed appreciation to both for getting out into the community and meeting with its citizens; also expressed appreciation and confidence in the Police Department. • Page 6 of 8 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 12/18/13 An unidentified resident expressed his thanks to Assemblyman Roger Hernandez and • to Council; commented on some of the struggles the citizens have had to endure in previous years and his hope that future opportunities will produce positive results; noted that community interest is demonstrated by the attendance of so many people at the meeting. Marina Montenegro, daughter of the Former City Treasurer, Ana Montenegro, spoke on her mother's behalf, relaying Ana's thoughts and wishes for the future; Ana asked that Council remember to work in the spirit of cooperation; anticipate that you will not always agree but to step back from conflict and maintain dignity; said she is proud of Susan Rubio and Cruz Baca; declared that, here in Baldwin Park, everyone knows one another and this is tight knit community; to Cruz Baca she said, "it has taken over 100 years to have a Cruz Baca and to have Baca representation on this City Council, it took her three times, but a Baca never gives up." An unidentified citizen extended congratulations to Lenet Pacheco on her appointment with the San Gabriel Valley Water Authority; expressed her appreciation and respect for all government officials, and her hope for a great future in the community. Anthony Berrano offered congratulations to the elected officials; pointed out the difficulty of the job in balancing the needs of individual constituencies and the community as a whole; spoke of his hopes for a prosperous future for the community. • Greg Tuttle, Baldwin Park resident and business owner, offered congratulations to Susan Rubio and Cruz Baca; thanked everyone that helped with the campaigning; conveyed his desire for Council to make positive changes and move the city forward. Julian Casas, head boxing coach and Baldwin Park resident, was pleased with the efforts of the young people in the community and admiration for the process of democracy; congratulated Cruz Baca and Susan Rubio. An unidentified citizen congratulated Susan Rubio and Cruz Baca on their success. Erik Garcia, conveyed his thanks and congratulations to Cruz Baca and Susan Rubio; expressed his hope for economic reconstruction of the community. Lenet Pacheco, thanks to supporters and #1 supporter Louie campaigned for her put in tremendous effort his hard work means a lot. An unidentified citizen congratulated Susan Rubio and Cruz Baca on their success. An unidentified citizen congratulated Susan Rubio and Cruz Baca on their success. An unidentified citizen congratulated Susan Rubio and Cruz Baca on their success. • Page 7 of 8 City Council Regular Meeting Minutes 12/18/13 Paul Cook, long-time resident in Baldwin Park, expressed pride in the democratic • process worked; stated that he and Julian Casas have earned their place in community as supporters of the boxing program and supporters of the democratic process; commended community youth who participated in supporting the election of Cruz Baca and Susan Rubio; expressed hope for a great future under the direction of the new Council members. Roberto Salazar, owner of Royal Coaches, congratulated the new elected council members and officials; pledged support of Royal Coaches on future endeavors in the community. Seeing no others wishing to speak, Mayor Lozano declared Public Communications closed at 7:30 p.m. CONSENT CALENDAR A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Rubio, and carried with no objection to approve all Items on the Consent Calendar. 1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS Staff recommended City Council ratify the attached Warrants and Demands Register. • AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Lozano and seconded by Rubio, to adjourn the meeting at 9:10 p.m. M- or ATTEST: / City Cie/ • Page 8 of 8