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BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
MARCH 16, 2016, 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 7:00 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 Cruz Baca
Council Member Ricardo Pacheco
Council Member Susan Rubio
Mayor Pro Tem Monica Garcia
Mayor Manuel Lozano
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Lozano stated that no reportable action was taken on items discussed in closed session.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Councilmember Baca announced that the Woman's Club Annual Scholarship Dinner will be held
the following night, March 17, at 4:00 p.m., and encouraged everyone to purchase a ticket and
attend.
Councilmember Baca also recognized the recent film festival hosted by the Baldwin Park
Unified School District; noted that two students won for their submission, Santiago Sanchez,
from Sierra Vista High School won first place and Kevin Barra, from Baldwin Park High School,
took second place; asked that the two student come to a future Council Meeting to be
recognized.
Councilmember Rubio reminded everyone of the Easter Egg Hunt being hosted by the City and
invited everyone to come out and enjoy the day with family and friends; also noted that the ARC
Center is hosting the "Canvases, Etc." collection and invited everyone to visit the exhibit.
Mayor Lozano recognized Maria Moreno, who was attending the meeting on behalf of
Recreation and Community Director Manuel Carrillo, Jr.; conveyed birthday wishes to Director
Carrillo.
PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
• Proclamation to proclaim March 21 - 26, 2016, as Adult Education Week.
Mayor Lozano presented the proclamation to Elizabeth Morales, in recognition of Adult
Education Week and voice appreciation for the great contribution the Baldwin Park Adult
School provides to the community.
• Presentation by Bike SGV bicycling coalition
David Diaz, representing Bike SGV, spoke of the upcoming "Open Streets" event that will be
held in many of the cities throughout Los Angeles County; describe the concept of"Open
Streets," explaining that each city will close certain streets to vehicle traffic in order
encourage bike riding, and noted that, in many cases, routes will pass from one city to
another providing miles of safe riding for cyclists.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:23 p.m. and noted that each speaker is
permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak.
Juan Rios, Baldwin Park resident, opined that decisions of Council seem to be counter to the
wishes of the community; commented to the recent removal of all commissioners from all City
commissions; commented on the Code of Conduct Ordinance.
Dan Lavanos, representing Legacy One, spoke of the importance of becoming an organ donor
and how its helps so many who are suffering; recited many of the statistics associated with the
need for donor tissue and organ donors; expressed appreciation to all those who have become
a donor and hope that more will make the decision to help others by signing up.
Councilmember Rubio noted that she supports the organ donor program and is an organ
donor herself; asked that staff prepare an article to be published in the NOW that would
explain what the program is and how to register to become an organ donor.
Greq Tuttle, Baldwin Park business owner, commented on a recent article in the San Gabriel
Valley Tribune referring to recent legal matter involving himself and members of Council; opined
that everyone has the right to say what they wish and that he would not refrain from speaking
his mind; further commented on contents of legal documents associated with the case; stated
that he will be attending "the upcoming conferences" so he is giving them notice in advance.
Veronica Thomas, El Monte resident, stated that she is a community activist in El Monte and
she has been a victim of politically motivated restraining orders; commented of the recent
allegations and issuance of restraining orders; opined that these restraining orders are frivolous
and clog the court system; stated that restraining orders should be used to protect those who
may be victims of violence.
Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 7:36 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Pro Tern Garcia pulled Item 4 from Consent Calendar for further discussion.
1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS
Staff recommends City Council ratify the attached Warrants and Demands Register.
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A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0) to
ratify the Warrants and Demands Register.
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio
NOES: None.
ABSENT: Lozano.
ABSTAIN: None.
2. REJECTION OF CLAIMS
Staff recommends that City Council reject the following claim(s) and direct staff to send
appropriate notice of rejection to claimant(s):
Arvin Sunglao Claimant alleges damages to parked and unoccupied
vehicle from city tree
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0)to
receive and file the minutes.
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
3. THE COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2014-15
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the City of Baldwin Park's
Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2014-15 and all accompanying
reports.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0) to
receive and file the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for Fiscal Year
2014-15 and all accompanying reports.
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
4. AUTHORIZATION TO RESCIND BUS PURCHASE AGREEMENT WITH CREATIVE
BUS SALES
Staff recommends that City Council:
1. Authorize staff to prepare necessary filings to rescind the purchase agreement; and
2. Authorize the Director of Public Works signature authority to comply with
procurement requirements; and
3. Authorize the Director of Finance to make necessary budget amendments and
transfers for rescindment action.
Councilmember Garcia inquired about the need to rescind the bus purchase
previously approved and called upon Public Works Director Dan Wall to explain.
Director Wall explained that the purchase, which had previously been approved by
Council, had been done with the assumption that the agency providing grant funds
had approved the purchase of the buses. In order to correct the transactional
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history, the original purchase had to be rescinded and a new contract executed.
A motion was made by Garcia, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to:
1. Authorize staff to prepare necessary filings to rescind the purchase
agreement; and
2. Authorize the Director of Public Works signature authority to comply with
procurement requirements; and
3. Authorize the Director of Finance to make necessary budget amendments
and transfers for rescindment action.
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
5. AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF FIVE TRANSIT BUSES
Staff recommends that Council
1. Authorize staff to enter into a cooperative public contract purchasing program
with CaIACT Procurement to use their existing negotiated, competitive pricing
and proposal;
2. Authorize the Mayor to sign a purchase agreement with Creative Bus Sales for
the purchase of five clean air transit fleet buses in the amount of $2,177,747.30;
and
3. Approve the appropriation of the funds for this purchase.
4. Authorize the Director of Public Works signature authority to amend contracts as
deemed necessary to comply with procurement requirements.
5. Authorize the Director of Finance to make necessary budget amendments and
Transfers.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0) to:
1. Authorize staff to enter into a cooperative public contract purchasing
program with CaIACT Procurement to use their existing negotiated,
competitive pricing and proposal;
2. Authorize the Mayor to sign a purchase agreement with Creative Bus
Sales for the purchase of five clean air transit fleet buses in the amount of
$2,177,747.30; and
3. Approve the appropriation of the funds for this purchase.
4. Authorize the Director of Public Works signature authority to amend
contracts as deemed necessary to comply with procurement
requirements.
5. Authorize the Director of Finance to make necessary budget amendments
and Transfers.
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
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6. SECOND READING APPROVE AND ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 1384, AN
AMENDMENT TO THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO RULES OF
DECORUM AT COUNCIL MEETINGS
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 1384 entitled, "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS 39.02 (A), 39.03 (A) AND 39.04 (A) (1)-(3) OF
CHAPTER 39, TITLE III, ADMINISTRATION, OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL
CODE RELATING TO THE RULES OF DECORUM AT COUNCIL MEETINGS."
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0)to
adopt Ordinance No. 1384 entitled, "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING SECTIONS
39.02 (A), 39.03 (A) AND 39.04 (A) (1)-(3) OF CHAPTER 39, TITLE III,
ADMINISTRATION, OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING
TO THE RULES OF DECORUM AT COUNCIL MEETINGS."
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
7. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
SUPPORTING THE UFCW AND ENDORSING THE EL SUPER BOYCOTT
Staff recommends the City Council:
1. Waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2016-115 entitled
"RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
SUPPORTING THE UFCW AND ENDORSING THE EL SUPER BOYCOTT"; and
2. Authorize the Mayor of Baldwin Park to sign the resolution.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0)to:
1. Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2016-115 entitled "RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK SUPPORTING THE
UFCW AND ENDORSING THE EL SUPER BOYCOTT"; and
2. Authorize the Mayor of Baldwin Park to sign the resolution.
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
8. RESOLUTION 2016-112 INITIATING THE PROCEEDINGS AND ORDERING
PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE CITY WIDE
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR
FY2016-2017
It is recommended that the City Council waive further reading, read by title only, and
adopt Resolution No. 2016-112 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING THE INITIATION OF
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THE PROCEEDINGS AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEERS
REPORT FOR THE FY2016-17 LEVY OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS FOR THE CITY
OF BALDWIN PARK LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF DIVISION 15, PART 2 OF THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE."
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0) to
approve adopt Resolution No. 2016-112 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA
AUTHORIZING THE INITIATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND ORDERING
THE PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE FY2016-17
LEVY OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS FOR THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT PURSUANT TO
THE PROVISIONS OF DIVISION 15, PART 2 OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE."
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
9. RESOLUTION 2016-113 INITIATING THE PROCEEDINGS AND ORDERING
PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE PARKS MAINTENANCE
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FY2016-2017
It is recommended that the City Council waive further reading, read by title only, and
adopt Resolution No. 2016-113 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING THE INITIATION OF
THE PROCEEDINGS AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEERS
REPORT FOR THE FY2016-17 LEVY OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS FOR THE CITY
OF BALDWIN PARK PARKS MAINTENANCE DISTRICT PURSUANT TO THE
PROVISIONS OF DIVISION 15, PART 2 OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA STREETS
AND HIGHWAYS CODE."
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0) to
approve and adopt Resolution No. 2016-113 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA
AUTHORIZING THE INITIATION OF THE PROCEEDINGS AND ORDERING
THE PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE FY2016-17
LEVY OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS FOR THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
PARKS MAINTENANCE DISTRICT PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF
DIVISION 15, PART 2 OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA STREETS AND
HIGHWAYS CODE."
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
10. AUTHORIZE AN AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES FOR WALNUT
CREEK NATURE PARK IMPROVEMENTS, PHASE II
It is recommended that the City Council:
1. Approve the agreement with Restoration Design Group to prepare construction
plans and specifications for Phase II of the Walnut Creek Nature Park
Improvements Project; and
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2. Authorize the Director of Finance to make appropriate transfers and adjustments;
and
3. Authorize the Mayor to execute the attached agreement.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0) to:
1. Approve the agreement with Restoration Design Group to prepare
construction plans and specifications for Phase II of the Walnut Creek
Nature Park Improvements Project; and
2. Authorize the Director of Finance to make appropriate transfers and
adjustments; and
3. Authorize the Mayor to execute the attached agreement.
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
PUBLIC HEARING
11. INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK TO SET
FORTH THE IMPLEMENTATION OF DEVELOPMENTAL IMPACT FEES FOR LAW
ENFORCEMENT FACILITIES VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT.
Staff recommends the City Council:
1. Consider the Law Enforcement Facilities, Vehicles and Equipment Development
Impact Fee Calculation and Nexus Report dated December, 30 2015 completed by
Revenue and Cost Specialists, LLC; and
2. Waive the First Reading and adopt by title only, the Ordinance No. 1386 entitled, "AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNTY OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
ENABLING THE CITY COUNCIL TO SET FEES RELATING TO THE NEW
DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT FACILITIES,
VEHICLES, AND EQUIPMENT; and
3. Adopt Resolution 2016-114 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNSEL OF
THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ADOPTING FEES FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT
FACILITIES, VEHICLES AND EQUIPMENT INFRASTRUCTURE THROUGHOUT
THE CITY."
Mayor Lozano announced that Item No. 11 was pulled and would be brought
before Council at a future date.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS
12. REVIEW OF CURRENT APPLICATIONS AND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT,
REAPPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS OF VARIOUS CITY COMMISSIONS
Staff recommends that Council review the submitted Commission applications, accept
nominations, authorize staff to initiate the appropriate background checks through the
Department of Justice (DOJ) and, contingent upon satisfactory clearance by the DOJ,
appoint individuals to the respective City Commissions and adopt, the following
Resolutions:
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1) Resolution No. 2016-116, entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Baldwin Park Appointing Individuals to the Recreation & Community Services
Commission of the City of Baldwin Park, to Office Numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5;"
2) Resolution No. 2016-117, entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Baldwin Park Appointing Individuals to the Planning Commission of the City of
Baldwin Park, to Office Numbers 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5;"
3) Resolution No. 2016-118, 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, for Office Numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, and 7;"
4) Resolution No. 2016-119, entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Baldwin Park Appointing Individuals to the Personnel Commission of the City of
Baldwin Park, to Office Numbers 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5."
Mayor Lozano asked that only selection for the Planning Commission be done this
evening and requested that remainder be extended and continued to a future
meeting.
Council reviewed the list of candidates for the Planning Commission and made
selection as indicated. All other Commission appointments were held over until the
next Regular Meeting.
Nominations occurred as follows:
Kevin Patrick Rooney—Office 1
Motion by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, carried (5-0).
Kenneth D. Woods — Office 2 — Motion by Baca, seconded by Rubio, opposed by
Garcia; roll call vote; failed (3—2)
AYES: Baca, Rubio
NOES: Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
Edwin Borques — Office 2 — Motion by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, opposed by
Baca; roll call vote, passed (4— 1)
AYES: Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio
NOES: Baca
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
Mario Maciel Jr.—Office 3
Motion by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, carried (5—0)
Joanna Valenzuela — Motion by Rubio, seconded by Baca, opposed by Garcia; roll
call vote; failed (3—2)
AYES: Baca, Rubio
NOES: Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
David L. Muse—Office 4
Motion by Pacheco, seconded by Lozano, carried (5—0)
Mayor Pro Tem Garcia asked that Office 5 be held until additional applications are
received as she would like to have a woman on the Commission.
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Councilmember Baca pointed out that Joanna Valenzuela, who is an experienced
and was a well-served commissioner, was nominated but rejected; asked for an
explanation as to why Ms. Valenzuela was rejected. For the record, no explanation
was provided.
Mayor Pro Tern Garcia reiterated her request, noting that she would like to see some
additional applications before making a decision on appointing for Office 5.
Motion by Garcia, seconded by Pacheco, carried (5 — 0) to hold off on the
appointment of Office 5 and have the appointment decision brought back at a future
meeting.
13. MID-YEAR BUDGET PRESENTATION
It is recommended that the City Council review the mid-year analysis and approve the
mid-year revenue and expenditure projections for fiscal year ending June 30, 2016.
Finance Director Rose Tam narrated a PowerPoint presentation depicting the City's
current financial position, projected revenues and funding based on anticipated
appropriations. Director Tam responded to inquiries from Council.
Chief Executive Officer Yauchzee noted that the numbers are estimates for the rest
of the fiscal year and that staff will be taking necessary steps to be fiscally
conservative for the remainder of the year; opined that overall the City is financially
moving in the right direction.
Mayor Pro Tern Garcia directed staff to prepare and bring to the next Regular
Meeting a status report on the current audit firm and possible options that may be
available for Council to review and consider other firms.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to review
the mid-year analysis and approve the mid-year revenue and expenditure
projections for fiscal year ending June 30, 2016.
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
14. APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2016-107, ENTITLED "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING
REPRESENTATIVES AND ALTERNATES AS OFFICIAL REPRESENTATIVES OF
THE CITY," AND FOLLOWING REVIEW AND APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS TO
ESTABLISHED COMMITTEES, ADOPT SAID RESOLUTION.
Staff recommends that Council 1) review and appoint members to the positions of
representatives and alternates of the established committees and organizations
presented in Resolution No. 2016-107, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the
City of Baldwin Park, California, Appointing Representatives and Alternates as Official
Representatives of the City;" and 2) review in-house committee appointments and select
or nominate members as representatives of these committees accordingly.
Councilmember Pacheco requested that consideration be given to appointing all five
Councilmembers to the Audit Committee.
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to appoint
all five Councilmembers to the City's Audit Committee.
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AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
Council directed that the remainder of appointments will be held over and brought
back at the next Regular Meeting.
15. CONTINUED FROM MARCH 2, 2016 - FISCAL YEAR 2016-2017 COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDGB) AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP
FUND (HOME) ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the allocations for the FY 2016-2017
CDBG public service programs by selecting on of the following options:
OPTION 1: Approve the Joint Commission's recommendations for funding as
revised by staff; or
OPTION 2: Revise allocations as the City Council deems appropriate.
A motion by Rubio, seconded by Baca, to approve the Joint Commission's
recommendations for funding as revised by staff, opposed by Lozano. Mayor
Lozano called on the City Clerk to take a roll call vote; motion failed (3 - 2) with
Lozano, Garcia and Pacheco voting No.
AYES: Baca, Rubio
NOES: Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
Council proceeded to review the allocations and discussed current, requested and
recommended allocations, as well as weighing the value of each program in
addressing community needs.
City Attorney Robert Tafoya pledged a donation of $1,000, on behalf of Tafoya &
Garcia, to be made to the Church of the Redeemer Food Bank.
Discussion continued and Council agreed upon adjustments for the FY 16/17
distribution as follows:
Organization Current Recommended Actual
Church of the Redeemer Food Bank $ 8,000 $ 7,900 $ 9,000
Domestic Violence Advocate $ 15,000 $ 15,123 $ 15,123
ESGV Coalition for the Homeless $ 10,000 $ 9,900 $ 10,000
Family Service Center $ 28,500 $ 24,800 $ 24,800
Graffiti Removal $ 30,000 $ 29,700 $ 29,700
Pride Program(BPPD) $ 19,000 $ 22,770 $ 18,720
Recreation/Sports Scholarships $ 12,300 $ 8,900 $ 8,900
Santa Anita Family Services $ 3,325 $ 4,500 $ 4,500
St.Johns Church Social Services $ 2,138 $ 2,150 $ 5,000
Youth Employment $ 14,449 $ 15,840 $ 15,840
TOTALS $ 142,712 $ 4141,583 $ 141,583
A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5-0)to
approve the revised allocations accordingly.
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio
NOES: None.
ABSENT: None.
ABSTAIN: None.
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CITY COUNCIL/ CITY CLERK/ CITY TREASURER/ STAFF REQUESTS &
COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Pro Tern Garcia requested that the Chief Executive Officer provide an update on the
MetroLink and the City's pursuit of getting designation of a "Quiet Zone" at rail crossings; inquired
as to whether any grant monies could be secured to help with the funding.
Chief Executive Officer Yauchzee state that he and Public Works Director Dan Wall have been
meeting with representative from MetroLink; noted that the process can be extensive and costly
but staff is moving forward with discussions and have spoken to representatives from
Congresswoman Napolitano's office; stated that staff is looking into several funding sources,
including "Safe Routes to School" and will continue to seek opportunities.
Councilmember Baca announced that she had attended a recent Roundtable hosted by L.A.
County Supervisor Hilda Solis; noted that it was very informative and proved to be a valuable
networking opportunity; Mayor Lozano also attended the meeting, concurring with Councilmember
Baca as to the great opportunity the meeting held and of attendance at future quarterly meeting of
the same nature.
ADJOURNMENT
There being no other business to discuss, and all other matters having been addressed, a
motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Rubio, to adjourn the meeting at 8:27 p.m.
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