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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2013 06 05 CC MIN MINUTES BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING • JUNE 5,2013,7:00 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 7:05 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 (arrived during Public Communications) Council Member Ricardo Pacheco Council Member Susan Rubio Mayor Pro Tern 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 this evening's meeting be closed in memory of three individuals for whom he has known for many years, Antonia Caldera, daughter of Ana Cabrerra, Guadalupe Placencia and Nicole Marie Campa; extended sincere condolences to the families and friends of these Baldwin Park citizens. Councilmember Rubio extended congratulations to graduating student bodies. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS& PRESENTATIONS • Recognition of Luis Arias and Rosie Perez for being named 2013 Saint John the Baptist Spring Festival King and Queen Due to a schedule conflict, Mr. Arias and Ms. Perez were not able to attend this evening's meeting; Councilmember Pacheco asked that this award ceremony be move to the next regular Council meeting. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:13 p.m. and noted that each speaker is permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak. Curtis Holland, representing the H. Martin Foundation for Humanitarian Services, provided a brief summary of the purpose of the organization and explained the benefits this foundation could provide to the citizens of Baldwin Park; provided brochures and other printed information for Council review. 40 • Raul Reyes, Baldwin Park resident, narrated a Pledge that was said to be a commitment made by Councilmembers to support the Baldwin Park Police Department; extended thanks to Councilmember Rubio and Councilmember Pacheco for signing the pledge; asked for commitment of additional councilmembers; pointed out that response time by Sheriff's Department is clearly longer than response by officers of Baldwin Park Police; suggested that Council put the decision to a vote by the community. • Daniel McGuire, L.A. Metro, brought information regarding the State Route 710 and the Environmental Impact Study; provided materials for review. Greq Tuttle, Baldwin Park business owner, noted that a letter was being circulated and asked the question of whether Council will support the Police Department; inquired as to whether certain council members were going to sign the pledge to save the Police Department or refuse to sign to save their seat; commented on hiring a consultant to study pollution in the City; suggested that the City begin by citing pollution contributors such as busses and non-compliant vehicles; voiced objection to the ROEM project, pointing out that there is already traffic congestion in the area and parking will be an additional problem. Juan Rios, Baldwin Park resident, asked whether the Chief would sign the Pledge; noted that the landscape vegetation planted near the WalMart, as well as in Walnut Creek Nature Park, is full of trash and the plants are dying (sprinkler problem); opined that a school crosswalk should be established near Sierra Vista High School, near the football field (Robinette), because kids are crossing the street and there is a safety issue. Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 7:28 p.m. CONSENT CALENDAR Mayor Pro Tem Garcia asked that Item No. 4 be held for discussion; Councilmember Pacheco requested that Item No. 1, 3, 7, 8 and 9 be held for discussion; Councilmember Rubio requested that Item No. 10 also be held for discussion. 1. RENEWAL OF AGREEMENT WITH ALL CITY MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR PROVIDING SCHOOL CROSSING GUARD SERVICES FOR FISCAL YEAR 2013/2014 • Staff recommends City Council: 1. Approve the FY 2013/2014 contract with All City Management Services for crossing guard services. 2. Authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement to continue services with All City Management Services. Councilmember Pacheco, having requested that this item be held for discussion, made inquiries as to whether funding for this contract is considered a part of the police department and whether this is being included when performing the comparison between the police department and the sheriff's department; noted that this is a General Fund item. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5—0)to approve the FY 2013/2014 contract with All City Management Services for crossing guard services and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement to continue services with All City Management Services. AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None 2. CLAIM REJECTION Staff recommends City Council reject the claims of Gary Powers and Erminio Gonzalez and direct • staff to send the appropriate notice of rejection to claimants. Page 2 of 8 A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to reject the claims of Gary Powers and Erminio Gonzalez and direct staff to send the appropriate • notice of rejection to claimants. AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 3. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION 2013-014, A RESOLUTION CONSENTING TO THE INCLUSION OF PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY'S JURISDICTION IN THE CALIFORNIA HERO PROGRAM Staff recommends that the City Council waive further reading, read by title only, and adopt the attached Resolution No. 2013-014 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, CONSENTING TO THE INCLUSION OF PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY'S JURISDICTION IN THE CALIFORNIA HERO PROGRAM TO FINANCE DISTRIBUTED GENERATION RENEWABLE ENERGY SOURCES, ENERGY AND WATER EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENTS, AND ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE AND APPROVING AN AMENDEMENT TO A CERTAIN JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT RELATED THERETO", authorizing the City's participation in the California HERO Program, which will enable property owners to finance permanently fixed renewable energy, energy and water efficiency improvements and electric vehicle charging infrastructure on their properties. Councilmember Pacheco announced that he would recuse himself from voting on this item because he works with companies that do or may do business with the California Hero Program. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (4—0) to waive further reading, read by title only, and adopt the attached Resolution No. 2013-014. • AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Pacheco 4. AUTHORIZE AN ENVIRONMENTAL CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT It is recommended that the City Council authorize a Consultant Services Agreement with John L. Hunter and Associates, Inc. (JLHA) in the amount of$69,865 per year for three years and authorize the Mayor to execute the attached agreement. Mayor Pro Tem Garcia asked that this item be continued and brought back at a future meeting after the Mayor Pro Tem has received briefings on the impact of impending legislation; noted that she believes some of the proposed legislation will have a direct effect on the City and that additional services may be needed. A motion was made by Garcia, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5 — 0) to continue Item No. 4 to a future meeting after Council has received the requested information and briefings. AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 5. 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. Page 3 of 8 AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. • ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 6. GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION RESOLUTIONS Staff recommends City Council 1) waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2013-015 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 5, 2013, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES"; 2)waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2013-016 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 2013, WITH THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY'S UNIFORM DISTRICT ELECTION (UDEL-SCHOOL ELECTION)TO BE HELD ON THE DATE PURSUANT TO § 10403 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE." A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 —0) to waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2013-015; and waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2013-016. AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 7. AMENDMENT TO SECTIONS 39.01,39.02 AND 39.03 OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL • CODE RELATING TO DECORUM AT CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS The City Attorney's Office recommends the City Council introduce by first reading by title only Ordinance No. 1358, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING SECTIONS 39.01, 39.02 AND 39.03 OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO DECORUM AT CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS." Councilmember Pacheco began discussion regarding this item, asking that language could be added to prohibit councilmembers from leaving the dais while another councilmember is speaking; and all language that would prohibit councilmembers from making libelous comments; requested that the item be returned to the City Attorney for revision. City Attorney noted that this ordinance governs the conduct of the public during meetings and other gatherings, rather than conduct of Council; pointed out that there is another ordinance that is specific to the Council. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Rubio, to continue this item and direct the City Attorney to revise the language of the ordinance to address conduct of councilmembers as well as the general public, and bring the item back at a future meeting. The motion failed by a vote of(2 -3). AYES: Rubio, Pacheco NOES: Garcia, Garcia, Lozano ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. A motion was made by Garcia, seconded by Lozano, and was approved (3-2) to • introduce by first reading by title only, Ordinance No. 1358, "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park Amending Sections 39.01, 39.02, and 39.03 of the Page 4 of 8 Baldwin Park Municipal Code Relating to Decorum at City Council Meetings" as written, no changes. • AYES: Garcia, Garcia, Lozano NOES: Rubio, Pacheco ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 8. TRANSIT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SOUTHLAND TRANSIT, INC. It is recommended that City Council authorize the Transit Services Agreement with Southland Transit, Inc. Councilmember Pacheco inquired as to whether the City, under this contract, is in conformance with all the requirements necessary to operating the transit services; inquired as to what the proposed fees will be under this contract. Public Works Director Dan Wall explained that the contractor will be responsible for ensuring that all vehicles operated under this contract are in compliance with ADA and other mandated requirements; explained that fees are based on hours of operation and that the net is roughly around $1 million per year; noted that no General Fund money is used for this program. Councilmember Pacheco asked whether a public hearing could be conducted to obtain input from the community/ridership to ensure the services being provided are serving the community. Councilmember Pacheco also requested service performance reports. Councilmember Garcia suggested that a survey be conducted rather than a public hearing because the response is likely to be higher; noted that, often times, citizens cannot attend meetings in the evening so providing a survey will produce more response. • A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Lozano, and carried (5 — 0) to approve and authorize the Transit Services Agreement with Southland Transit, Inc., contingent upon holding a public hearing for community input and conducting a survey of the ridership. AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 9. AUTHORIZE THE INSTALLATION OF SIX ADDITIONAL ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING STATIONS AT THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK TRANSIT CENTER PROJECT Staff recommends that the City Council authorize PCL Construction Services Inc. to install six additional electric vehicle charging stations for a cost of$25,350. Councilmember Pacheco inquired with staff as to the difference in cost between the electric vehicle charging stations and the proposal before Council this evening; Public Works Director Dan Wall explained that the previously approved item for charging stations was for the installation of solar panel while this item is for the installation of the charging stations; noted that this item is being funded by grant funds. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Lozano, and carried (5 — 0) to approve and authorize the installation of six additional electric vehicle charging stations. AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Page 5 of 8 10. AWARD A CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF SIDEWALK IMPROVEMENTS TO MORA'S EQUIPMENT AND CONSTRUCTION, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF$30,475 • Staff recommends that the City Council: 1. Award a Construction Contract to Mora's Equipment&Construction, Inc. in an amount not to exceed$30, 475; and 2. Authorize the Mayor to execute the attached agreement. Councilmember Rubio took the opportunity to announce that this project is being funded by grant money and will not be paid for using General Fund money. A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Lozano, and carried (5 — 0) to award the contract for the Construction of Sidewalk Improvements to Mora's Equipment And Construction, Inc., and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement. AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 11. RESOLUTION 2013-011 APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE CITYWIDE PARK MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FY 2013-2014, DECLARING THE INTENT TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS,AND SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING Staff recommends that the City Council waive further reading, read by title only, and adopt Resolution 2013-011 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE CITYWIDE PARK MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FY 2013-2014, DECLARING THE INTENT • TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS, AND SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING." A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5— 0) to waive further reading, read by title only, and adopt Resolution 2013-011; and to set a Public Hearing for July 17, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 12. RESOLUTION 2013-012 APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE CITYWIDE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FY 2013-2014, DECLARING THE INTENT TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS,AND SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING Staff recommends that the City Council waive further reading, read by title only, and adopt Resolution 2013-012 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT FOR THE CITYWIDE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FY 2013-2014, DECLARING THE INTENT TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS, AND SETTING A TIME AND PLACE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING." A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 —0) to waive further reading, read by title only, and adopt Resolution 2013-012; and to set a Public Hearing for July 17, 2013, at 7:00 p.m. • AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. Page 6 of 8 ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. • 13. AUTHORIZATION TO THREE YEARS CONTRACT FOR INTERNET SERVICE Staff recommends Council to authorize Chief Executive Officer to sign a 3 year contract with Verizon business to upgrade our current internet service to 20M IDE. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to authorize Chief Executive Officer to sign a 3 year contract with Verizon business to upgrade our current internet service to 20M IDE. AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 14. APPROVAL OF EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH MR. CRAIG GRAVES, INTERIM FINANCE DIRECTOR It is recommended that the City Council approve the employment agreement with Craig Graves, for services as Interim Finance Director, and authorize its execution by the Mayor. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to approve the employment agreement with Craig Graves, for services as Interim Finance Director, and authorize its execution by the Mayor. AYES: Lozano, Garcia, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. REPORTS OF OFFICERS 15. CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENTS AND/OR REAPPOINTMENTS TO FILL VACANCIES FOR THE HOUSING COMMISSION Staff recommends City Council to review all Commission applications, take nominations and adopt Resolution No. 2013-013 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPOINTING INDIVIDUALS TO THE HOUSING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK TO OFFICE NOS. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, &6,"subject to satisfactory backgrounds checks through the Department of Justice, as follows: Office No Name Expiration of Terms 1 June 30, 2014 2 3 June 30, 2015 4 5 Tenant- 6 June 30, 2016 Tenant 7 (62+) PENDING APPLICATIONS A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5—0) to continue this meeting to the next Council meeting. • Page 7 of 8 CITY COUNCIL/CITY CLERK/ CITY TREASURER/STAFF REQUESTS &COMMUNICATIONS Request by Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco for discussion &direction to staff on the following: • • Send letter of support to our Senators urging them to Pass Bipartisan Comprehensive Immigration Reform Proposal. (Action Alert attached). Councilmember Pacheco noted that he will have additional information in the coming days and directed that this item be carried over to the next regular Council meeting. Councilmember Garcia requested that the Baldwin Park Rock Star cheer group be recognized at the next Council meeting, noting that they recently won the title of 2013 American Cheer Power Nation Champions. Councilmember Rubio requested that Edna and Jack White be invited and recognized at the next Council meeting in honor of their 60th wedding anniversary. Councilmember Pacheco requested that Code Enforcement increase its effort to patrol the city and identify blighted property around the city so that the owners can be contacted and the property cleaned up. Mayor Lozano reminded everyone of the Grand Opening of the Transit Parking Garage which is coming up on June 22 at 11:00 a.m. ADJOURNMENT There being no other business to discuss, a motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, to adjourn the meeting at 7:57 p.m. Mayor t/ • ATTEST: / Manuel Lozano, Mayor / 42 Alejandr- Avila, City erk APPROVED: -7(/76 /a• Page 8 of 8