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BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
AND SPECIAL MEETING
AUGUST 19, 2015, 5:30 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER- 14403 E. Pacific Avenue, Baldwin Park, 91706
CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 5:35 p.m. by Mayor Lozano.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT:
Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco (arrived at 5:40 p.m.)
Councilmember Monica Garcia (arrived at 5:45 p.m.)
Councilmember Susan Rubio
Mayor Pro Tem Cruz Baca
Mayor Manuel Lozano
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 5:42 p.m.
Seeing no one wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 5:42 p.m.
4110 OPEN SESSION
1. [Item No. 1 is Being Held Over]
There was not discussion on this.
2. COTTAGE FOOD OPERATIONS ORDINANCE
Presentation by staff regarding an amendment to Code that would permit Cottage Food
Operations in accordance with State Law.
City Planner Amy Harbin provided a narrative summary of the Ordinance, the restrictions
and allowances, and noted that the Ordinance is being introduced to comply with State
law.
Following the presentation, Ms. Harbin responded to questions from Council.
3. CITY COUNCIL STANDING RULES /CODE OF CONDUCT
Discussion regarding proposed rules/code of conduct.
Chief Executive Officer Shannon Yauchzee narrated a PowerPoint presentation, noting
that much of the information provided is a compilation of standards used at some of the
surrounding cities.
Following the presentation by Mr. Yauchzee, discussion amongst Council ensued.
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Mayor Lozano expressed strong objection to the proposal, opining that the introduction
of this item is not necessary and that some of the items included in the presentation
seem to prevent open communication and he will not support any such constrictions;
stated that these types of restrictions tend to quash any and all input and ideas because
the restricts free communication between Council and Staff; stated that the Chief
Executive Officer/City Manager(CEO/CM) should not be a "filter"to ideas and activities.
Councilmember Garcia expressed that she felt this item is a method of"bullying" and
that such conduct is unethical; opined that the presentation seems to chastise
councilmember and that councilmembers and staff must hold themselves to a higher
standard; voiced strong objection to the item.
Mayor Pro Tem Baca pointed out that the presentation is in a "draft" state and is open to
changes; stated that the decorum of all members should be maintained in an adult
manner; opined that the verbal abuse and derogatory statements made to other
councilmembers and citizens attending council meetings is very upsetting and the
purpose of this proposal is to more clearly define acceptable behavior.
Councilmember Rubio expressed support for the concept, pointing out that Council is not
committed to including all of the items presented but that it may be wise to pick and
choose those items that would be beneficial and would promote professional and
positive conduct.
Councilmember Pacheco pointed out that Rules of Conduct are defined in Baldwin Park
Municipal Code; opined that what has been presented here gives too much power to
• CEO/CM and unnecessarily restricts interaction between council and staff members;
feels it stifles progress and that the current open-communication has served the City well
thus far; pointed out that council is capable of working well together and that focus
should be given to accomplishing projects that will benefit the community and not putting
up barriers; voice objection to the item since Municipal Code already provides for rules
of conduct.
Lengthy discussion continued as councilmembers spoke as to whether the introduction
of this item is being taken personally and that there is fear of surrendering control by
Council.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Baca to bring this item back at another time to
consider the value of the proposed rules and select only those that would be of value.
Being a Study Session item, nor formal action is necessary however Council chose to
accept the motion and take a vote by roll call with majority vote rule.
A motion was made by Baca, seconded by Rubio, with objection lodged by Pacheco.
Ayes: Baca, Rubio
Noes: Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco
Absent: None.
Abstain: None.
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RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
• 4. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Government
Code Section 54956.9:
Potential Case(s): Three (3)*
5. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT
Pursuant to paragraph (b) of Government Code Section 54957:
Title: Finance Director
ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, to
adjourn the meeting at 7:10 p.m.
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Lozano stated that no reportable action was taken on items discussed during Closed
Session.
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