HomeMy WebLinkAbout2015 08 19 CC MIN MINUTES
BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
. AUGUST 19, 2015, 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 0:00 p.m.
INVOCATION
The invocation was provided by Father Mike Gutierrez.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Lozano.
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Council Member Ricardo Pacheco
Council Member Monica Garcia
Council Member Susan Rubio
. Mayor Pro Tern Cruz Baca
Mayor Manuel Lozano
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Lozano stated that staff received direction but that no reportable action was taken on
items discussed during Closed Session.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Lozano announced, as required by Government Code section 54954.3, that members of
the City Council are also members of the Board of Directors of the 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$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 the mother of Sister Rosario,
extending sincerely sympathy to her and her family.
Mayor Lozano also extended condolences to the family of a well-respected teacher and coach
at Baldwin Park High School, Bill Sterling, who recently passed away; extended deepest
condolences to his surviving wife, Terry, and his three sons.
Mayor Pro Tem Baca asked that the meeting be closed in memory of her late Brother-in-law
• Danny Sambello, who was recently in a fatal boating accident.
Mayor Lozano announced that he will be pulling Item No. 12, "Introduction of an Ordinance of
the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park Amending Chapter 100 of the Baldwin Park
• Municipal Code for Official Police Tow Truck Services" off the agenda.
Councilmember Rubio reminded everyone of the Street Faire which will be held the following
night, Thursday, August 20, 2015, from 5:00 pm. to 9:00 p.m.; invited everyone to come out and
enjoy the festivities and sample some of the many foods available from local vendors.
Councilmember Pacheco announced the collaboration of the City of Baldwin Park, the County of
Los Angeles, the Baldwin Park Unified School District and Mount San Antonio College (Mt.
SAC) in the successful opening of Baldwin Park's "America's Job Center"which will be located
in the Baldwin Park Adult and Community Education Center.
Mayor Pro Tem Baca commented on the success of the recent Senior Fashion Show which was
held at the Esther Snyder Senior Center; expressed appreciation to all those who put the show
on and what a great turn-out there was.
Councilmember Garcia announced that the total Grant Funds received for the Walnut Creek
Nature Park has now reached a total of$300,000; expressed appreciation to staff for all the
work put into preparing the grant applications.
City Clerk Avila commented on her recent"ride along" with Baldwin Park Officer Jessica
Rodriguez stating that it was a tremendous experience; invited members of the community to
speak to officers with any concerns or questions they may have.
PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
• None.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:17 p.m. and noted that each speaker is
permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak.
Juan Rios, Baldwin Park resident, asked the City Attorney to advise Council of the importance
of speaking to the public in a respectful and professional manner; suggested that Council
undergo training to remind members of the importance of treating people with dignity and
esteem; such behavior would not be tolerated in other instances and should not be here.
Art Luna, Baldwin Park resident, commented and objected to councilmembers arriving late at
meetings; commented on still-outstanding meeting minutes from prior years; demanded that
council apologize to certain members of the audience who were the subject of derogatory
comments at a prior meeting; commented on his continued objection to the ROEM Project.
Father Mike Gutierrez, Pastor at St. John the Baptist Church, commented on recent recognition
by Congresswoman Hilda Solic of St. John's for its work on immigration; spoke against the
pulled agenda Item No. 12, which pertained to the proposed ordinance amendment and how it
relates to Royal Coaches; stated that many people have had very bad experiences with Royal
Coaches, from disrespectful treatment of vehicle owners to excessive charges for impoundment
of vehicles; pleaded for any further consideration of Royal Coaches be presented in a public
• forum in which input is taken from the community and considered as part of the decision-making
process.
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Bill Salazar, Co-owner of Royal Coaches Auto Tow, offered to Father Mike and his parish to sit
down and have open communication and discussions regarding their concerns; Mr. Salazar
expressed a great desire to address the concerns of the community so that they can be
addressed before coming before Council again.
Tony Moiica, Leader of the Mojica Judo Club, expressed gratitude for the community's support;
sought direction and support to secure additional funds for the club, noting that there are several
members that have the opportunity to pursue Olympic status but that the costs can be
prohibitive.
Eddie Marin, Baldwin Park resident, introduced his wife Debbie and son Ricky; provided a brief
history of Ricky's achievements as a member of the Mojica Judo Club and his dream to
compete in the Olympics; sought support from the Council.
Selvia Martin, Baldwin Park resident, expressed concern regarding the matters pertaining to
Royal Coaches Auto Tow; concurs with those comments made by Father Mike regarding the
contract with the proposed ordinance and extension of the auto towing contract; asked that
Council consider the animosity which has been demonstrated this evening between the
community and Royal Coaches, and they weight their decision with this in mind.
Veronica Thomas, Baldwin Park resident, spoke regarding Royal Coaches and their conduct
when Baldwin Park was setting up checkpoints to monitor those driving illegally; stated that the
problems seem to be resurfacing with citizens having their cars towed and having to pay
exorbitant impound fees; inferred that the upcoming elections is a contributing factor to the
renewal of the long-term contract with Royal Coaches.
Concelia*, Baldwin Park resident, stated that she is speaking on behalf of her community; noted
that she and others are trying to provide classes for those seeking to obtain their driver's
license; spoke of the hardship that many face and how people often cannot afford the impound
fees; opined that the fees charged are irrational and many families cannot afford to get their
cars back because of the fees; requested that Council carefully consider this contract and urged
them not to sign it until the resentment by the community has been resolved; stated that she
was able to obtain 200 signatures of those opposing the contract and Royal Coaches; asked
why this ten year contract is even being considered when a five year contract was recently
signed; opined that Council's poor decisions effect the pockets of its citizens.
*Translation from Spanish to English by City Clerk Alejandra Avila.
Thomas Kerri, San Bernardino resident, commented on the incumbents of the upcoming
election; asked why Council is considering a renewal when there is already one in place;
suggested that this service should be a service that is subject to the bidding process; opined
that the contract is a ploy that relates to campaign contributions; suggested that the community
needs to vote for change by voting for different candidates than they have in the past.
Joe Armendariz, announced that he recently qualified and is now a legitimate candidate for the
Mayor's seat; offered to speak to concerned citizens regarding issues in the community;
extended an invitation to those who would like to step outside to speak with him about their
concerns and how he, should he be elected as Mayor, would assist them.
Salvador*, Baldwin Park resident, related an experience from a few months ago when an
employee driving a work truck was pulled over for a inoperable light; the officer was asked to
wait until he could come to the scene but the officer would not wait and impounded the work
truck; getting his truck out of impound cost $400; while there, he spoke with several other
people who were attempting to get their vehicles back but who have very little money; stated
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that he and the others there decided to have a meeting with police to try to resolve the issues
but they felt they were not heard.
• *Translation from Spanish to English by City Clerk Alejandra Avila.
Unidentified speaker, Baldwin Park resident, he is embarrassed to say but he had an
experience a couple of years ago when he loaned his vehicle to his son; at one of the check
points, his son was stopped and the vehicle was taken from him because he did not have his
driver's license on him at the time; when he went to get his car back, he was charged over$500
in impound fees; it's embarrassing the way the staff at Royal Coaches treat people who come to
get their car; requested an analysis of the Royal Coaches contract be done with particular
attention given to the rates they charge.
*Translation from Spanish to English by City Clerk Alejandra Avila.
Nicholas Thomas, Baldwin Park resident, spoke out against Royal Coaches, noting that he has
witnessed come of the incidents that other speakers referred to, particularly at check points;
noted that there seems to be no compassion with regard to performing their services and
ignoring the ill effects of their actions when a child or children are displaced by a towed vehicle;
opined that Royal Coaches operates on poor morals and it is time for a change and that the
community is looking to Council to make that change.
Carlos Gutierrez, Baldwin Park resident, related a recent experience that he had with Royal
Coaches; they towed his truck away, having it for only 1-1/2 days, but the fees came to over
$1,000; provided a receipt to show the charges; opined that Royal Coaches wants to become
millionaires by charging such fees.
*Translation from Spanish to English by City Clerk Alejandra Avila.
• Mr. Salazar, brother of Bill Salazar and co-owner of Royal Coaches, stated that tow companies
all over the United States are up against this very issue, the public's perception that tow
companies are trying to rob people; stated that Royal Coaches has rules and laws they must
abide by, the public has rules and laws that they must abide by, and when the rules and laws
are broken, the police call them in to tow the vehicles; when an unlicensed driver is cited, they
do their job and tow the vehicle;
Hector, Baldwin Park resident, stated that his father is afraid to visit him in Baldwin Park
because he fears being pulled over, cited for a violation and his vehicle being towed; opined that
the community would not be so resentful if Royal Coaches would lower their prices; as it is,
many people cannot afford to get their vehicles out of impound; suggested that the contract term
be set at two years and that the fees be lowered; sought justification for why Royal Coaches
charge penalties for a person not picking up a vehicle immediately; noting that the $50/day is
reasonable but the penalty is not.
Greg Tuttle, Baldwin Park business owner, opined that the item was pulled from the agenda
because a call came to the City Attorney from the L.A. County District Attorney who informed
him that proposed item is illegal; alleged that councilmembers were making deals in the interest
of campaign money for the election season; outlined some financial and filing incidents that he
felt were questionable.
Unidentified speaker, Baldwin Park resident, suggested that the Council should listen to the
community and the wishes of the people; stated that his vehicle was towed by Royal Coaches;
when he received a statement from the police department, it indicated that there was no
damage to the vehicle and everything is in working order but when he received his car back
from Royal Coaches, the trunk of the vehicle is open and there are things missing from the
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vehicle; asks that Council consider this decision carefully since the citizens have to suffer these
irregularities.
*Translation from Spanish to English by City Clerk Alejandra Avila.
Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 8:10 p.m.
Mayor Lozano called for a brief recess at 8:28 p.m.
Mayor Lozano called the meeting order and resumed business at 8:36 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilmembers requested that Item Nos. 2, 7, 12 and 16 be pulled for further discussion.
1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS
Staff recommends City Council ratify the attached Warrants and Demands Register.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to ratify
the Warrants and Demands Register.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
2. APPROVE THE PROPOSED EXCLUSIVE NEGOTIATION AGREEMENT(ENA)WITH
11111 ROEM DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION FOR A PROPOSED PHASE II TO A
TRASIT-ORIENTED MIXED-USE DEVELOPMENT BETWEEN RAMONA
BOULEVARD AND THE BALDWIN PARK CIVIC CENTER
Staff recommends that Council approve the Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (ENA)
with ROEM Development Corporation for a proposed Phase II to a Transit-oriented
Mixed-use development between Ramona Boulevard and the Baldwin Park Civic Center
and authorize the Mayor to execute the contract.
Councilmember Pacheco requested this item be taken for discussion; expressed the
desire to postpone a decision on this contract until some of the outstanding concerns
are addressed.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to bring
this item back at a future Council meeting after addressing certain concerns.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
3. APPROVE AND ADOPT THE SALARY RESOLUTION NO. 2015-086, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2008-005, A BASIC SALARY PLAN FOR THE
EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK"
Staff recommends that Council adopt Resolution No. 2015-086, entitled "A Resolution of
4111 the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park Amending Resolution No. 2008-005, a Basic
Salary Plan for the Employees of the City of Baldwin Park."
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A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to adopt
Resolution No. 2015-086, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
• Baldwin Park Amending Resolution No. 2008-005, a Basic Salary Plan for the
Employees of the City of Baldwin Park."
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
4. APPROVE AND ADOPT THE SALARY RESOLUTION NO. 2015-062, "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2005-033, FIXING THE EMPLOYER'S
CONTRIBUTION UNDER THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES MEDICAL AND HOSPITAL
CARE ACT"
Staff recommends that Council adopt Resolution No. 2015-062, entitled "A Resolution of
the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park Amending Resolution No. 2005-033, Fixing
the Employer's Contribution Under the Public Employees Medical and Hospital Care
Act."
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to adopt
Resolution No. 2015-062, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Baldwin Park Amending Resolution No. 2005-033, Fixing the Employer's
Contribution Under the Public Employees Medical and Hospital Care Act."
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
• ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
5. APPROVE THE RATIFICATION OF EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENTS WITH ROSE
TAM, ACCOUNTING MANAGER, AND KRISTINE RUSSELL, CHIEF DEPUTY CITY
CLERK
Staff recommends that Council ratify the employment agreements with Rose Tam and
Kristine Russell, for services as the Accounting Manager and Chief Deputy City Clerk,
respectively, and authorize the Mayor to execute each agreement, respectively.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to ratify
the employment agreements with Rose Tam and Kristine Russell, for services as
the Accounting Manager and Chief Deputy City Clerk, respectively, and authorize
the Mayor to execute each agreement, respectively.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
6. APPROVE AND ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2015-085, SETTING THE ANNUAL
APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015-2016
Staff recommends that Council approve and adopt Resolution No. 2015-085, entitled "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Setting the Annual
• Appropriation Limit for the Fiscal Year 2015-2016."
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A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to
approve and adopt Resolution No. 2015-085, entitled "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Setting the Annual Appropriation
Limit for the Fiscal Year 2015-2016."
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
7. APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO GENERAL ON-CALL PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENTS
Staff recommends that Council approve and authorize the amendments to three General
On-Call Professional Services Agreements.
Councilmember Pacheco brought this item for discussion, noting that certain
revisions should be made to the agreements.
Councilmember Pacheco requested that the compensation terms on page 2 be
revised as follows: Revise Item 7. A. to reflect a not-to-exceed amount of$120,000
(up from $50,000) and remove in its entirety Item 7. B.
Councilmember Pacheco also requested that Section A. Additional Scope of Work,
Item 1., of the document for Infrastructure Engineers be revised to read as follows:
"Building Inspection, Plan Check Services and Contract Administration including
value engineering, constructability and quality control.."
Mayor Pro Tern Baca expressed concern regarding the modification of the not-to-
exceed amount and how it would affect the budget, and suggested that work be put
out to bid more frequently to insure the best price and value.
Councilmember Rubio expressed concern regarding the modification of the financial
threshold to the agreements being done on the dais and also asked that the item be
brought back in order to give time for Council to review the contracts and determine
the fiscal impact. Councilmember Garcia concurred in that she would also like this
item brought back at a later date.
Following discussion, Council continued this item to a future meeting to provide
time for staff to respond to questions and for councilmembers to consider further.
8. INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK REQUIRING SPECIFIC FINDINGS BY THE CITY COUNCIL AND
VOTER APPROVAL BY A SUPER MAJORITY BEFORE CONTRACTING OUT
GENERAL POLICE SERVICES
Staff recommends that Council introduce for a first reading, by title only and waiving
further reading, of Ordinance No. 1376, entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the
City of Baldwin Park Requiring Specific Findings by the City Council and Voter Approval
by a Super Majority Before Contracting Out General Police Services."
Councilmember Pacheco noted that he has directed staff to prepare the necessary
documents to submit as a Ballot Measure at the next General Municipal Election
which will occur in June 2016.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0)to
• introduce for a first reading, by title only and waiving further reading, of
Ordinance No. 1376, entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of
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Baldwin Park Requiring Specific Findings by the City Council and Voter Approval
by a Super Majority Before Contracting Out General Police Services."
• AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
9. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CALIFORNIA STATE BOARD OF
EQUALIZATION (BOE) FOR ADMINISTRATION AND COLLECTION OF PREPAID
MOBILE TELEPHONY SERVICE SURCHARGES; AND APPROVE AND ADOPT
RESOLUTIONS WHICH WILL AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTION OF THE AGREEMENT
BY THE CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER
Staff recommends that Council approve and adopt Resolution No. 2015-088, entitled "A
Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Authorizing the
Execution of an Agreement with the State Board of Equalization for Implementation of
the Local Prepaid Mobile Telephony Services Collection Act," and Resolution No. 2015-
089, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California,
Authorizing the Examination of Prepaid Mobile Telephony Services Surcharge and Local
Charge Records by Agents and/or Representatives of The California State Board of
Equalization."
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0)to
approve and adopt Resolution No. 2015-088, entitled "A Resolution of the City
Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Authorizing the Execution of an
Agreement with the State Board of Equalization for Implementation of the Local
Prepaid Mobile Telephony Services Collection Act," and Resolution No. 2015-
089, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park,
California,Authorizing the Examination of Prepaid Mobile Telephony Services
Surcharge and Local Charge Records by Agents and/or Representatives of The
California State Board of Equalization."
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
10. APPROVE AND AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF A POLICE PATROL VEHICLE
Staff recommends that Council approve and authorize:
1. The waiving of the formal bidding process, pursuant to §34.37 of the Baldwin Park
Municipal Code, on one vehicle, as existing cooperative purchasing agreements
already exist with other government agencies; and
2. The waiving of the formal bidding process for the purchase and installation of the
emergency equipment pursuant to §34.23(c); and
3. The Police Department to purchase the new vehicle and equipment through existing
contracts, joining in the cooperative purchasing contracts, or through procedures
outlined above; and
• 4. Finance Department staff to take the necessary action to make the required budget
transfers and amendments in the amount of $31,295.67, from Federal Asset
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Forfeiture (205) funds for the restricted purchase of a new Police vehicle and
equipment to enhance the Police Department's Patrol Operations, and return from
411 the General Fund (100) the $10,000 insurance claim monies to the Federal Asset
Forfeiture (205) account in accordance with Federal Equitable Sharing regulations;
and
5. Authorize the Chief of Police, or his designee, to complete all appropriate
documentation to complete the purchases.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to
approve and authorize:
1. The waiving of the formal bidding process, pursuant to §34.37 of the Baldwin
Park Municipal Code, on one vehicle, as existing cooperative purchasing
agreements already exist with other government agencies; and
2. The waiving of the formal bidding process for the purchase and installation of
the emergency equipment pursuant to §34.23(c); and
3. The Police Department to purchase the new vehicle and equipment through
existing contracts, joining in the cooperative purchasing contracts, or through
procedures outlined above; and
4. Finance Department staff to take the necessary action to make the required
budget transfers and amendments in the amount of$31,295.67, from Federal
Asset Forfeiture (205) funds for the restricted purchase of a new Police
vehicle and equipment to enhance the Police Department's Patrol
. Operations, and return from the General Fund (100) the $10,000 insurance
claim monies to the Federal Asset Forfeiture (205) account in accordance
with Federal Equitable Sharing regulations; and
5. Authorize the Chief of Police, or his designee, to complete all appropriate
documentation to complete the purchases.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
11. APPROVE AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY PLANNER AND HOUSING MANAGER
AGREEMENTS AND SALARY STEPS
Staff recommends that Council approve the following:
1. Approve amending the City Planner and Housing Manager contracts to reflect of
benefits relationship with the Executive Management benefit matrix, reference to
other Human Resources amendments to the salary schedule, and a series of minor
language discrepancies; and
2. Approve Step 5 of the salary step for each the City Planner and Housing Manager
positions, respectively.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to approve
amending the City Planner and Housing Manager contracts to reflect of benefits
relationship with the Executive Management benefit matrix, reference to other
Human Resources amendments to the salary schedule, and a series of minor
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language discrepancies; and approve Step 5 of the salary step for each the City
Planner and Housing Manager positions, respectively.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
12. INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK AMENDING CHAPTER 100 OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL
CODE FOR OFFICIAL POLICE TOW TRUCK SERVICES
Staff recommends that Council introduce for a first reading, by title only and waiving
further reading, of Ordinance No. 1377, entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the
City of Baldwin Park Amending Chapter 100 Baldwin Park Municipal Code for Police
Towing Services."
This item was pulled from the agenda and was not heard.
PUBLIC HEARING
13. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING AND, FOLLOWING THE PUBLIC HEARING,
APPROVE THE GRANT FUNDS PROVIDED BY THE EDWARD BYRNE MEMORIAL
JUSTICE ASSISTANCE GRANT
Staff recommends that Council conduct a public hearing and, following the public
hearing, approve and accept the grant funds provided to the Baldwin Park Police
Department, in the amount of$17,813, in accordance with federal guidelines.
• Police Chief Michael Taylor provided a brief narrative of the item. There were no
questions from Council.
Mayor Lozano opened the Public Hearing at 8:45 p.m. and invited those individuals
wishing to speak against the item to come forward and be heard.
Seeing no one, Mayor Lozano invited those individuals wishing to speak in support of
the item to come forward and be heard.
Seeing no one wishing to speak on this item, Mayor Lozano closed the Public
Hearing at 8:45 p.m.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0)to
approve and accept the grant funds provided to the Baldwin Park Police
Department, in the amount of$17,813, in accordance with federal guidelines.
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
14. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDER A PROPOSED AMENDMENT TO
THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING LANGUAGE RELATING TO COTTAGE
FOOD OPERATIONS IN ACCORDANCE WITH STATE LAW
Staff and the Planning Commission recommend that Council open the public hearing
and, following the public hearing, introduce for a first reading, by title only and waive
• further reading, Ordinance No. 1374, entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the
City of Baldwin Park, California, Amending Baldwin Park Municipal Code Chapter
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153.220 and 153.120 to Establish Regulations for Cottage Food Operations."
• City Planner Amy Harbin provided a brief narrative of the item. There were no
questions from Council.
Mayor Lozano opened the Public Hearing at 8:47 p.m. and invited those individuals
wishing to speak in support of the item to come forward and be heard.
Allison Zamite, Baldwin Park resident, expressed appreciation and support for
the Ordinance as she has a small confection business and approval of this item
will allow her to operate her business in a more cost effective manner.
Mayor Lozano opened the Public Hearing at 8:47 p.m. and invited those individuals
wishing to speak in opposition to the item to come forward and be heard
Thomas Kerri, San Bernardino resident, expressed concern regarding approving
this kind of ordinance because it may result in a large number of illegal street
vending businesses and opined that there may be health concerns to consider;
concerned about how regulations would be enforced.
In rebuttal, Ms. Zamite responded to Mr. Kerri's objection.
Ms. Zamite pointed out that the County of Los Angeles already has a host of
rules and regulations that must be followed in order to operate this type of
business; noted that there are a number of permits and training that are required
to insure that food production is done in a safe manner.
Seeing no others wishing to speak on this item, Mayor Lozano closed the Public
Hearing at 8:56 p.m.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5—0)to
introduce for a first reading, by title only and waive further reading, Ordinance
No. 1374, entitled "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park,
California, Amending Baldwin Park Municipal Code Chapter 153.220 and
153.120 to Establish Regulations for Cottage Food Operations."
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
15. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING AND, FOLLOWING THE PUBLIC HEARING, ADOPT
A RESOLUTION TO ACCEPT AND ADOPT THE CONGESTION MANAGEMENT
PROGRAM (CPM) LOCAL DEVELOPMENT REPORT
Staff recommends that Council open the public hearing and, after receiving public
comments, close the public hearing and adopt Resolution No. 2015-082, "A Resolution
of the City of Baldwin Park Finding the City to be in Conformance with the Congestion
Management Program (CMP) and Adopting the CMP Local development Report in
Accordance with California Government Code Section 65089."
City Planner Amy Harbin provided a brief narrative of the item. There were no
questions from Council.
Mayor Lozano opened the Public Hearing at 9:00 p.m. and invited those individuals
wishing to speak against the item to come forward and,be heard.
• Seeing no one, Mayor Lozano invited those individuals wishing to speak for the item
to come forward and be heard.
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Seeing no one wishing to speak on this item, Mayor Lozano closed the Public
Hearing at 9:00 p.m.
• A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to adopt
Resolution No. 2015-082, "A Resolution of the City of Baldwin Park Finding the
City to be in Conformance with the Congestion Management Program (CMP) and
Adopting the CMP Local development Report in Accordance with California
Government Code Section 65089."
AYES: Lozano, Baca, Garcia, Rubio, Pacheco
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS
16. REVIEW OF CURRENT APPLICATIONS AND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT,
REAPPOINTMENT, OR REMOVAL OF MEMBERS OF RECREATION AND
COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION
Staff recommends that Council review the submitted Commission application(s), accept
nomination(s), authorize staff to initiate the appropriate background checks through the
Department of Justice (DOJ) and, contingent upon satisfactory clearance by the DOJ,
appoint the selected' individual(s) to the Parks and Community Services Commission
and adopt Resolution No. 2015-087, entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Baldwin Park Appointing an Individual to the Recreation and Community Services
Commission of the City of Baldwin Park, to Office Number 2"
• Council chose to move this item to the Regular Meeting of the City Council which will
be held on September 16, 2015.
CITY COUNCIL/CITY CLERK/CITY TREASURER/STAFF REQUESTS &
COMMUNICATIONS
Request by Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco for discussion and direction to staff on
the following:
• Councilmember Pacheco is requesting that direction be provided to staff to bring back a
report to allow the ordinance to "Require Baldwin Park Voter Approval for Contracting
Out of Any City Police Services" be placed on a future general election ballot.
Councilmember Pacheco continued this item to a future meeting.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no other business to discuss, and all other matters having been addressed, a
motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, to adjourn the m:eting - 9:00 p.m.
MayorL.....4 /ATTEST: / air
Manuel Lozano fl or
Alejandra Avil- City Clerk
APPROVED: Mill 15
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