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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013 04 20 CC MIN MINUTES BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING • APRIL 17, 2013,7:00 P.M. COUNCIL CHAMBER-14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park,91706 These minutes are presented in Agenda order. Various announcements or discussions may have occurred before or after the title under which they are presented. CALL TO ORDER The meeting was called to order by Mayor Lozano at 7:10 p.m. INVOCATION The invocation was provided by Pastor Jackson. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Lozano. ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Council Member Marlen Garcia Council Member Ricardo Pacheco Council Member Susan Rubio Mayor Pro Tem Monica Garcia Mayor Manuel Lozano ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Lozano announced that, as required by Government Code section 54954.3, members of the City Council are also members of the Board of Directors of the Community Development Commission, 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$75 for attending the CDC meeting, $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 those who lost their lives in the bombing at the Boston Marathon; and close in memory of the 60-year Baldwin Park resident, Mr. Glover, and extended deepest condolences to his family; also close in memory of Sal Castro, a legendary figure in the Chicano/Latino community who fought for civil rights for Latinos in the late 60's. Councilmember Rubio asked that the meeting be closed in memory of Rosie Rodriguez, a very active member of the Baldwin Park Senior Center, who also served one year as Senior Queen, and she will be missed by all. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS • Proclamation proclaiming National Arbor Day on April 26, 2013. Councilmember Rubio presented a Proclamation to recognize April 26, 2013, as National Arbor Day. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:25 p.m. and noted that each speaker is permitted a total of three(3) minutes to speak. Mr. Flores, announced that the scholarship awards ceremony for the Mark Daniel Flores Music Scholarships will be held on the coming Friday and that a fundraising event will also be coming up; invited everyone to participate. • Ken Woods, Baldwin Park resident, thanked Council for recognition of his recent appointment to the Valley County Water Board; commented on the questions that Council presented to him at that time and noted that all of the information answering such questions is available to the public if they pay attention and look. Steve Storvis, Baldwin Park resident, requested that speed bumps be installed on Walnut Street, between Palm Avenue to Ramona Parkway; stated that he has obtained 40 signatures thus far; • opined that many of the neighbors are in fear for their children, pets and property; commented that vehicles travel extremely fast down the street and that there have been several accidents, both vehicular and pedestrian, many of which were hit-and-run accidents. Art Luna, Baldwin Park resident, commented on the installation of power poles along Ledford and asked how long the installation would take; commented on MCM, the company building the overpass and asked how long until the project would be completed; opined that construction companies fail to keep job sites relatively clean and orderly Juan Rios, Baldwin Park resident, asked about the recent commitment by the City to provide funding for the City versus County law enforcement services; noted that the City is paying a great deal of money to the County Sheriff to conduct a study; echoed the sentiments of Mr. Luna with regard to the lack of general maintenance around the construction site related to the overpass; opined that Council has failed to fulfil their individual commitments. Janis Chow-Nq, Representative of the American Cancer Society (ACS), announced that the ACS will be conducting a study during the Run for Life event which will be held at Baldwin Park High School; noted that it will be a great opportunity for the community and asked that a presentation be agendized at the next Council meeting. Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 7:42 p.m. Mayor Lozano addressed the comments of Mr. Woods', noting that some of the questions presented were rather redundant; addressed Mr. Storvis' request, noting that many residents throughout the community request speed bumps be installed on residential street but that Public Works staff would be directed to consider the area for a traffic light; stated the he would provide • to Mr. Luna his copy of the funding reports that are provided by the federal government for transportation construction. Councilmember Rubio also responded to Mr. Luna by noting that much of the items on today's consent calendar are being funded by grants and other funding sources, but by the General Fund. Councilmember Garcia responded to Mr. Woods' comments regarding questions presented to him; clarified the premise of some of her questions and thanked Mr. Woods for his assertive participation. Councilmember Pacheco commented on some of the benefits that are provided to Board members, including the provision of health insurance; Councilmember Garcia stated that the insurance provided by the Water Board should cover the member only and not extended family. Mayor Pro Tem Garcia commented of Mr. Luna's testimony regarding the overpass construction, noting that she would like to see a committee formed for the purpose of maintaining a status on the project; Councilmember Pacheco suggested that Public Works staff press CalTrans to administer the contract properly and enforce the maintenance of the job site. Councilmember Pacheco also directed Public Works staff to increase the monitoring and maintenance at Walnut Creek Nature Park; suggested that the police department increase patrol in the area in the evening. Page 2 of 6 CONSENT CALENDAR • Councilmember Pacheco asked that Item No. 5 be held for discussion. 1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS Staff recommends City Council ratify the attached Warrants and Demands Register. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Rubio, and carried (5—0) to ratify the Warrants and Demands Register. AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 2. AUTHORIZE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR THE DESIGN OF COMPLETE STREETS IMPROVEMENTS ALONG MAINE AVENUE It is recommended that the City Council authorize the professional services agreement with Stantec Consulting, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $217,495 for the design and preparation of contract documents for the design of Complete Streets improvements along Maine Avenue. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Rubio, and carried (5—0)to authorize the professional services agreement with Stantec Consulting, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $217,495 for the design and preparation of contract documents for the design of Complete Streets improvements along Maine Avenue. AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. . 3. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION 2013-010,A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK,CALIFORNIA, IN SUPPORT OF SB135 -STATEWIDE EARLY WARNING SYSTEM (PADILLA) Staff recommends that the City Council: 1) Waive further reading, read by title only, and adopt Resolution No. 2013-010 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK IN SUPPORT OF SB135 (PADILLA)- EARTHQUAKE EARLY WARNING SYSTEM". 2) Direct staff to send copies of the adopted resolution to Senators Alex Padilla, Ted Lieu, and Ricardo Lara, Assemblymember Roger Hernandez, and Congressmember Grace Napolitano, Senators Dr. Ed Hernandez, Diane Feinstein and Barbara Boxer, and other key legislators. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Rubio, and carried (5—0) to: 1) Waive further reading, read by title only, and adopt Resolution No. 2013-010 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK IN SUPPORT OF SB135 (PADILLA) - EARTHQUAKE EARLY WARNING SYSTEM". 2) Direct staff to send copies of the adopted resolution to Senators Alex Padilla, Ted Lieu, and Ricardo Lara, Assemblymember Roger Hernandez, and Congressmember Grace Napolitano, Senators Dr. Ed Hernandez, Diane Feinstein and Barbara Boxer, and other key legislators. AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco • NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Page 3 of 6 4. REJECTION OF CLAIMS • Staff recommends that Council reject the claims of Maria Maldonado and Ricardo Murillo and direct staff to send the appropriate notice of rejection to claimant. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Rubio, and carried (5—0)to reject the following claims and direct staff to send the appropriate notice of rejection to claimants. AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 5. AUTHORIZE THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER TO EXECUTE CONTRACT NUMBER ML12050 WITH THE MOBILE SOURCE AIR POLLUTION REDUCTION REVIEW COMMITTEE (MSRC) TO PROCURE FUNDING TO INSTALL AN ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING FACILITY INCLUDING SOLAR PANELS IN THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK TRANSIT CENTER Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the Chief Executive Officer to execute Contract Number ML12050 with the MSRC after a review by the City Attorney. Councilmember Pacheco began discussion by expressed support for this project but asked that staff conduct a study to identify other opportunities where solar power can be installed and effectively provide power to City facilities. A motion was made by Garcia, seconded by Lozano, and carried (5—0) to authorize the Chief Executive Officer to execute Contract Number ML12050 with the MSRC after a review by the City Attorney. AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco • NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 6. TREASURER'S REPORT: FEBRUARY 2013 Staff recommends that the City Council receive and file the February 2013 Treasurer's Report. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Rubio, and carried (5—0)to receive and file the February 2013 Treasurer's Report. AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 7. REJECT ALL BIDS FOR THE BARNES PARK IMPROVEMENTS Staff recommends that the City Council reject all bids for the Barnes Park Improvements. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Rubio, and carried (5—0)to reject all bids for the Barnes Park Improvements. AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Page 4 of 6 8. AUTHORIZE THE INSTALLATION OF SOLAR PANELS AT THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK TRANSIT CENTER PROJECT • Staff recommends that the City Council approve a contract change order with PCL Construction Services Inc. at a cost of$600,000 for the installation of solar panels. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Rubio, and carried (5—0)to approve a contract change order with PCL Construction Services Inc. at a cost of$600,000 for the installation of solar panels.. AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: ' None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 9. CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT: GENERAL PLAN ELEMENT UPDATE -HEALTH AND SUSTAINABILITY ELEMENT RELATED CONSULTANT SERVICES Staff recommends that the City Council approve the Consultant Services Agreement with Moore, Lacofano, Goltsman, Inc. (MIG) to prepare an amendment to the City's General Plan in the form of a Sustainable Community Element consistent with the Scope of Services, Schedule, and Cost as Exhibits A, B &C to the Consultant Agreement. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Rubio, and carried (5—0)to approve the Consultant Services Agreement with Moore, Lacofano, Goltsman, Inc. (MIG)to prepare an amendment to the City's General Plan in the form of a Sustainable Community, Element consistent with the Scope of Services, Schedule, and Cost as Exhibits A, B &C to the Consultant Agreement.. AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. • ABSTAIN: None. Following the Consent Calendar, discussion ensued with regard to the study being conducted by the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department to determine whether it would be more cost effective to contract with the County for law enforcement services or whether it is more beneficial for the City to retain its current Police Department. CITY COUNCIL/CITY CLERK/CITY TREASURER/STAFF REQUESTS&COMMUNICATIONS Request by Mayor Manuel Lozano for discussion &direction to staff on the following: • Establish a"Quiet Zone"with Metrolink, Federal Railroad Administration, and California Public Utilities Commission. Mayor Lozano asked that staff report back to Council regarding meetings with Congressional leaders and the City's request to establish a"Quiet Zone" in Baldwin Park. • Send a letter to Senators Feinstein and Boxer and Congresswoman Napolitano opposing the proposal by President Obama to change CPI to Social Security. Mayor Lozano asked that staff prepare a letter to Senate and Congressional leaders to voice objection to the proposal by President Obama to change the CPI to Social Security; opined that every worker in the country is entitled to Social Security and manipulating the funds is unacceptable. Councilmember Rubio commented on this item, making a comparison between this matter and the comments regarding the study being conducted to determine which is most cost effective— L.A. County or Baldwin Park Police Department. • Council continued to discuss the matter and the comparison, finally settling on agreeing to disagree. Page 5 of 6 Request by Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia for discussion & direction to staff on the following: • Direct staff to contact Caltrans and have them submit a status report on the Freeway Widening • Project, including a schedule for continued work and anticipated completion date, as well as asking for a presentation at a Council meeting or Ad Hoc Committee Meeting. Mayor Pro Tern Garcia noted that the request is fairly self-explanatory but that she would like Public Works staff to work with CalTrans staff to develop a method of reporting mile stones in the project and providing status updates to the community. Councilmember Garcia inquired about assigning a crossing guard at the Baldwin Park High School; Chief Hadsell responded by noting that officers have surveyed the area and noted that there are two traffic lights and a crossing guard in the area and, therefore, traffic control is acceptable at this point; noted that the problem falls more with parents dropping off children at school and not being mindful of traffic control in the area; opined that additional parent education will more likely mitigate the issues and that she will assign staff to do the necessary outreach. 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 8:26 p.m. MayonATTEST .. • / Manuel 'an , ayo`• • lv Alejandr. Avila, City lerk APPROVED: 7 • Page 6 of 6