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BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
AND SPECIAL MEETING
AUGUST 5, 2015, 5:30 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER -14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, 91706
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5:50 p.m. by Mayor Lozano.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco
Mayor Pro Tern Cruz Baca
Mayor Manuel Lozano
ABSENT:
Councilmember Monica Garcia
Councilmember Susan Rubio
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 5:50 p.m.
Ken Woods, Baldwin Park resident, commented on the ROEM Project Phase II, alleging that the
project will not generate any revenue as no property taxes will be collected; opined that the
• project is a burden to the city.
Art Luna, Baldwin Park resident, expressed objection to the late start of some Special Meetings,
alleging that the Mayor is being lax in enforcement of timely attendance by councilmembers;
opined that the ROEM project is bad for the community since there will be no revenue stream
and concurred with Mr. Woods' comment about it being a burden to the city.
Juan Rios, Baldwin Park resident, opined that the young voters are the ones that will have to
pay for it; stated that he told some young people to attend city meetings and see what happens;
alleged that Council is not looking at the future for the benefit of young people.
Greg Tuttle, Baldwin Park business owner, referred to an article in the San Jose Business
Journal in which it notes a legislative member who was fined by the Fair Political Practice
Commission (FPPC); commented on campaign contributions; voiced objection to the
consideration of ROEM Project Phase II and that it would not be bringing in any revenue.
Seeing no one wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 6:08 p.m.
OPEN SESSION
1. PRESENTATION ADDRESSING INQUIRIES FROM COUNCIL REGARDING
ROEM PROJECT, PHASE II
Dereck Allen, representative of ROEM Development, narrated a PowerPoint
• presentation and responded to comments made by attending citizens;
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• responded to questions from Council and committed to providing additional
information as requested.
2. PRESENTATION FOR CONSIDERATION TO ALLOW OPEN STORAGE OF
VEHICLES IN THE INDUSTRIAL COMMERCIAL (IC) ZONE
Presentation regarding property located at 12819 Garvey Avenue to consider
allowing the open storage of vehicles in the Industrial Commercial (IC) zoning
district.
This item was held over.
3. CITY COUNCIL STANDING RULES/ CODE OF CONDUCT
Chief Executive Officer Yauchzee narrated PowerPoint presentation which
provided a draft outline of some existing standing rules/code of conduct which
are currently followed in surrounding communities and some which already
exist in Baldwin Park.
Council discussion ensued and many Councilmembers expressed strong
objection to the proposed rules; other councilmembers pointed out that what
is being presented is only a draft and is meant to generate ideas, not to be
cast in stone.
1111 After further discussion, Council directed staff to terminate the proposal and
not bring it back for consideration.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
1. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION (GC §54957)
Housing Manager
City Planner
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6:
Agency designated representatives: Shannon Yauchzee; Jimmy Gutierrez
Employee Organizations,: Police Officer Association; Professional and Technical
Employees Association; Clerical Employees Association; Classified Confidential
Employees Association; Classified Management Employees Association
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
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3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—A NTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of
Government Code Section 54956.9:
Potential Case(s): One (1)
4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to paragraph (1) of subdivision (d) of Government Code Section
54956.9:
Case Name: City of Baldwin Park v. City of Irwindale, Case Number: BSI52919
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, to adjourn
the meeting at 7:04 p.m.
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Lozano stated that no reportable action was taken on items 'scussed durin losed
Session.
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