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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Council continued to discuss the matter and the comparison, finally settling on agreeing to
disagree.
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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.
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