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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016 03 16 CC MIN MINUTES 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. Regular Meeting of 03/16/16 Page 2 of 11 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 Regular Meeting of 03/16/16 Page 3 of 11 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. Regular Meeting of 03/16/16 Page 4 of 11 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 Regular Meeting of 03/16/16 Page 5 of 11 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 Regular Meeting of 03/16/16 Page 6 of 11 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: Regular Meeting of 03/16/16 Page 7 of 11 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. Regular Meeting of 03/16/16 Page 8 of 11 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. Regular Meeting of 03/16/16 Page 9 of 11 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. Regular Meeting of 03/16/16 Page 10 of 11 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. M- r ATTES • nuel Lozano, Mayor ja ,,. . a, it e APPROVED: 44444 Regular Meeting of 03/16/16 Page 11 of 11