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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2016 07 20 CC MIN MINUTES BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JULY 20, 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 Pro Tern Garcia at 7:06 p.m. INVOCATION The invocation was provided by Councilmember Pacheco PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tern Garcia. ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Council Member Ricardo Pacheco Council Member Monica Garcia Council Member Susan Rubio Mayor Pro Tem Cruz Baca Mayor Manuel Lozano—Having been previously excused, Mayor Lozano returned to the dais at 7:38 p.m. REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION Mayor Lozano stated that, by a vote of 3—2, Council authorized the City Attorney and staff to prepare and enter into a Development and Disposition Agreement (DDA)with Walburn Development for design of transit oriented development in the downtown area. ANNOUNCEMENTS Councilmember Baca asked that the meeting be closed in memory of Marion Marino, a long time Baldwin Park resident; extended sincerest condolences to family and friends. Also, condolences to the families of fallen officers throughout the nation. Councilmember Rubio also requested that the meeting be closed in memory of Issac Mandealo, a former Baldwin Park High School student who recently passed. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS • Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to David Gaither for being named Baldwin Park High School 2016 Coach of the Year—Girls Softball Team Councilmember Pacheco presented Coach Gaither with a Certificate of Recognition and thanked him for his contribution to school athletics. • Presentation of Plaque to Vernon Moyer in recognition of his retirement from the San Gabriel Valley Boys and Girls Club in Baldwin Park Mayor Pro Tern Garcia presented a plaque to Mr. Moyer and thanked him for his long service to the community and to the youth of Baldwin Park. • Presentation of Plaque to Luz Mercado, Sierra Vista High School Student, in recognition of her Outstanding Academic Achievement Councilmember Baca presented a plaque to Ms. Mercado and commended her on her pursuit of education and realizing her dream of attending Stanford University. • Presentation by Kosmont &Associates, Inc., with status on the Kosmont Retail NOW! Advisory and Implementation Process. Ken Hira, representing Kosmont & Associates, Inc., narrated a PowerPoint presentation and provided an executive summary of the progress made on the Retail NOW project; illustrated demographics; local income and workforce levels, and how current retail businesses are doing compared to surrounding cities; pointed out retail voids and where "retail leakage" is occurring and suggested possible solutions which could include approaching some large retailers to consider development on some vacant real estate around the city. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:59 p.m. and noted that each speaker is permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak. Margarita Vargas, Baldwin Park resident, commended Luz Mercado and the recognition she received in this evening's meeting; noted that Ms. Mercado was awarded a $1,000 from the Baldwin Park Women's Club. David Diaz, Pastor of New Beginning Community Ministries, spoke about the Care Acts Outreach program, which is an organized effort of 200 volunteers to assist the disadvantaged or elderly who are unable or have stopped trying taking care of their property by doing repairs and minor renovations. Noted that this work will require disposal of some materials and trash, and that assistance with trash bins or other means of disposing of the trash would be appreciated. Mary Taragosa, Baldwin Park resident, noted that there has been an increase in the number of bicycle riders and asked that the City be proactive in educating people on bicycle safety and, given the goal of increasing bike riding as a means of transportation, educating people on the rules of the road for the bicyclist and the motorist. Arturo Luna, Baldwin Park resident, commented on the recently approved Fiscal Budget for 2016-17; opined that the City throws away money; stated that City staff work for citizens and should be financially responsible; commented on the presentation by Kosmont, noting that the economy in the city cannot sustain the suggested projects. Diane Valez, Baldwin Park resident and volunteer with Bike San Gabriel Valley, spoke about the recent fatal accident of a bicyclist and the concern for bicycle safety; noted that Bike San Gabriel Valley offers free educational and skills courses for bicyclists and extended invitation to Council to come participate in the classes not only to educate but to set an example for the community. Juan Rios, Baldwin Park resident, spoke about his previous inquiry in which he asked for information regarding an increase in pay and benefits for Council, asking whether there was a violation of the Brown Act; opined that the Mayor and City Council seats are part-time positions Page 2 of 14 and should be treated as such; expressed concern regarding loitering at Barnes Park after 10:00 p.m. Thomas Kerry, San Bernardino resident, commented on the Kosmont presentation; suggested that no one upgrade their computers to Windows 10 as it may cause problems; commented on the recent police killings across the country. Abel Fabreios, Baldwin Park resident and business owner, stated that the area around his business is very dark and, because of this, he has problems with graffiti and drug dealers in the area; his are is in need of street lighting in front of his business. Daniel Damian, Baldwin Park resident and business owner, commented on the funding of the July 4 event from the Business Improvement Tax; asked about additional expenditures that are being taken from the Business Improvement Tax fund; noted that many of the expenditures from this fund is not appropriate; asked why there are not business owners on the Business Improvement Advisory Council. Greg Tuttle, Baldwin Park business owner, wants full accountability of expenditures from Business Improvement Tax fund; stated that he had filled out more than 100 of the Vector Control public opinion post cards despite his not being a resident; commented on another consultant who is being paid but without producing any results. Mrs. Sandoval, Baldwin Park resident and business owner, appreciated the July 4 celebration but objects to the event being paid for with Business Improvement Taxes; stated that she is a small business owner and feels that fees and taxes are a burden on small businesses; also pointed out that the last time Waste Management raised their fees, her bill went up 350% and that her garbage bill is now more than her electric bill. Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 8:30 p.m. At the conclusion of Public Communications, Mayor Lozano directed that staff prepare a report which identifies the expenditures from the Business Improvement Tax fund. CONSENT CALENDAR Council pulled Item Nos. 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 and 10 from Consent Calendar 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 Pacheco, and carried (5—0) to ratify the Warrants and Demands Register. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 2. TREASURER'S REPORT— MAY 2016 Staff recommends that Council receive and file the Treasurer's Report for the month of May 2016. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0) to receive and file the Treasurer's Report. Page 3 of 14 AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 3. REJECTION OF CLAIMS Staff recommends that Council reject the following claim(s) and direct staff to send appropriate notice of rejection to claimant(s): Fabacher, Michael Joseph Claimant alleges the police department illegally towed and impounded his vehicle. Ibrahim, Akram Claimant alleges the police department illegally towed and impounded his vehicle. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0)to reject the claim(s) and direct staff to send appropriate notice of rejection to claimant(s). AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 4. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES Staff recommends that Council receive and file the following Meeting Minutes: A. Meeting Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting held on June 15, 2016. B. Meeting Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting and the Finance Authority and Housing Authority Meetings held on June 20, 2016. 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. 5. CONSIDERATION OF ANNEXATION OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK TO THE SAN GABRIEL VALLEY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT Staff recommends that Council: 1. Receive and file the report by Infrastructure Engineers on the dissemination of the informational advisory process made to citizens of the city of Baldwin Park regarding the proposed annexation to the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District. 2. Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2016-129, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, Authorizing City Staff to Proceed with Application to the Local Agency Formation Commission of the County of Los Page 4 of 14 Angeles (LAFCO) to Initiate the Annexation of the City of Baldwin Park into the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District." 3. Authorize the Chief Executive Officer to execute any application forms pertaining to the annexation and any other documents required to complete the requested process. Councilmember Rubio had several questions and concerns regarding this item, including the absence of a report, the gathering of data and tallying of postcards; how the mailing of postcard was conducted, noting that she did not receive one; expressed great concern that, of the 17,500 postcards that were supposed to have been sent out, only about 575 were returned to the City; inquired about how information of the community meetings was disseminated. Councilmember Baca mentioned that she did not receive the notification either and inquired about some of the costs associated with this project, noting that it may have been more effective to have handled this in-house rather than paying an outside consultant to do the work. A motion was made by Pacheco and seconded by Garcia, with Baca and Rubio objecting. Mayor Lozano directed the City Clerk to conduct a Roll Call vote: AYES: Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco NOES: Baca, Rubio. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The motion made by Councilmember Pacheco, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia, and passed (3—2) with Councilmembers Baca and Rubio voting no. Following passage of the item, discussion continued and Council concurred on the need for mosquito abatement. Ken Fujioka, representing from Vector Control District explained that there are two components to the services provided by Vector Control, noting that the first thing is to inspect the property and point out sources that would cause and increase mosquito presence, and that the District obtains samplings of mosquitos to test for signs of the Zika or other life-threatening viruses being carried by the pests. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Garcia, and carried (3—2)with Baca and Rubio voting no, to: 1. Receive and file the report by Infrastructure Engineers on the dissemination of the informational advisory process made to citizens of the city of Baldwin Park regarding the proposed annexation to the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District. 2. Approve and adopt Resolution No. 2016-129, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, Authorizing City Staff to Proceed with Application to the Local Agency Formation Commission of the County of Los Angeles (LAFCO) to Initiate the Annexation of the City of Baldwin Park into the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District." Page 5 of 14 3. Authorize the Chief Executive Officer to execute any application forms pertaining to the annexation and any other documents required to complete the requested process. AYES: Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco NOES: Baca, Rubio. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 6. APPROVE CORRECTION TO RESOLUTION RECORDS Staff recommends that Council authorize staff to take the necessary administrative actions to correct the previously approved Resolution No. 2016-0112 and Resolution No. 2016-0113, respectively, and renumber these with the correct numbers of 2016-132 and 2016-133, respectively. Councilmember Rubio asked for and received clarification that the remuneration of these Resolution is strictly administrative and there was no duplication of actions. A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0)to authorize staff to take the necessary administrative actions to correct the previously approved Resolution No. 2016-0112 and Resolution No. 2016-0113, respectively, and renumber these with the correct numbers of 2016-132 and 2016-133, respectively. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 7. CERTIFICATION OF COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION (CHDO)AND APPROVAL OF THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING AGREEMENT Staff recommends that the City Council: a) Certify Rio Hondo Community Development Corporation (Rio Hondo CDC) as the City's CHDO; b) Commit HOME CHDO funds in the amount of$252,662 to Rio Hondo CDC; and c) Approve the Affordable Housing Agreement authorizing Rio Hondo CDC to negotiate with the Housing Successor Agency for the purchase of the property located at 4500 Bresee Avenue. Councilmember Baca inquired about the acquisition of the property by Rio Hondo and how funding for the purchase would be handled. Housing Manager Suzie Ruelas explained that Rio Hondo would be financing the property and the City would hold a lien on the property until the loan is paid off. A motion was made by Baca, seconded by Lozano, and carried (5—0)to: a) Certify Rio Hondo Community Development Corporation (Rio Hondo CDC) as the City's CHDO; Page 6 of 14 b) Commit HOME CHDO funds in the amount of $252,662 to Rio Hondo CDC; and c) Approve the Affordable Housing Agreement authorizing Rio Hondo CDC to negotiate with the Housing Successor Agency for the purchase of the property located at 4500 Bresee Avenue. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 8. ACCEPTANCE OF IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZE THE FILING OF A NOTICE OF COMPLETION FOR CITYWIDE PARKWAY PLANTING PROJECT Staff recommends that Council accept the planting of 500 trees by the San Gabriel Valley Conservation Corps, and authorize the submittal for recordation of a Notice of Completion (NOC) to the Los Angeles County Recorder's Office. This recordation will enable staff to submit for grant reimbursement. Councilmember Rubio extended her thanks to Danny Oxaca for his work in administering this program and commented on what a great organization it is. A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to accept the planting of 500 trees by the San Gabriel Valley Conservation Corps, and authorize the submittal for recordation of a Notice of Completion (NOC)to the Los Angeles County Recorder's Office. This recordation will enable staff to submit for grant reimbursement. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 9. APPROVAL OF ADMINISTRATIVE POLICY NO. AP-16-031, ENTITLED "BALDWIN PARK SOCIAL MEDIA POLICY" Staff recommends that Council approve Administrative Policy No. AP-16-031, entitled "Baldwin Park Social Media Policy." Councilmember Rubio requested that this policy be revised to include a moratorium on council/candidate activities on social media two months prior to an election to insure that there is no perception of improper use of social media for political gain, noting that such a decision will be good for the City and its future legislative body members. Several questions and suggestions were discussed; Councilmembers expressed the desire to have staff present information on this proposed policy in a Study Session. Exclude from social media by name and image for a period of two months prior to election to discourage campaign promotion Motion by Rubio, seconded by Pacheco, carried (5 — 0) to direct staff to look at social media policy of surrounding cities and then bring the item back before Council for further consideration. Page 7 of 14 AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 10. AWARD OF BID—CITY PROJECT NO. 2016-0150, STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT AT KENMORE AVENUE, OHIO STREET AND ALLEYWAYS Staff recommends that Council approve and award the contract to Gentry General Engineering, Inc., in the amount of $495,150, and authorize the Mayor to execute the contract for City Project No. 2016-0150 - Street Reconstruction Project at Kenmore Ave., Ohio St. and Alleyways. Councilmember Rubio inquired about this project, noting that the award amount seemed on the low side and there is concern regarding performance with this contractor. Interim Public Works Director Sam Gutierrez explained that staff did a thorough bid evaluation, including calling all the references provided by the Contractor, and received nothing but good reviews and positive feedback; explained that the contractor is aware of the importance of this project and has vowed to stand by the quality of the product and work performed. Councilmember Rubio requested that the item be pulled to allow time for Council to meeting with the contractor and discuss the project, however, Councilmember Pacheco pointed out that statute requires that the award go to the low responsible bidder. A motion was made by Garcia, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0) to approve and award the contract to Gentry General Engineering, Inc., in the amount of$495,150, and authorize the Mayor to execute the contract for City Project No. 2016-0150- Street Reconstruction Project at Kenmore Ave., Ohio St. and Alleyways.. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. PUBLIC HEARING 11. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING AND, FOLLOWING THE PUBLIC HEARING, ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2016-136, APPROVING THE ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE CITYWIDE PARK MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FY 2016-2017, DECLARING THE INTENT TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS Staff recommends that Council conduct a public hearing and, following the public hearing, adopt Resolution No. 2016-136, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Approving the Engineer's Report for the Citywide Park Maintenance Assessment District for FY 2016-2017, Declaring the Intent to Levy and Collect Assessments." Mayor Lozano opened the Public Hearing at 9:31 p.m. and invited those wishing to speak in opposition to this item to come forward and be heard. Page 8 of 14 Arturo Luna, Baldwin Park resident, opined that this is "taxation without representation" and that no one cares that the City is in debt; asked how the City Attorney can allow decisions to be made that would put the City in more debt; stated that the CEO should be working for the people, not for the members of Council. Greg Tuttle, Baldwin Park business owner, inquired as to what firm prepares the engineering reports. Daniel Damion, Baldwin Park resident, expressed opposition to being taxed when the funds are not used for park maintenance; pointed out that community softball teams have to pay the City to use parks for play but the soccer teams are not having to pay equally; asked for an explanation of how the funds are being used because park maintenance is shoddy, particularly the restrooms at Shire Park. Unidentified woman, Baldwin Park resident and business owner, asked why the citizens are being taxed when there is trash everywhere, particularly at Garvey and the [10] freeway; inquired as to how much money is being spent on street sweepers. Subsequently, the Mayor invited those wishing to speak in support of this item to come forward and be heard. Seeing not others wishing to speak, Mayor Lozano closed the Public Hearing at 9:40 p.m. In response to Council questions, Interim Director Sam Gutierrez and staff stated that these funds are used for park maintenance such as lawn care, irrigation, painting and other repairs; also stated that this assessment is reoccurring and any increases to these levies are based on the CPI. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0) to approve and adopt Resolution No. 2016-136, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Approving the Engineer's Report for the Citywide Park Maintenance Assessment District for FY 2016-2017, Declaring the Intent to Levy and Collect Assessments. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 12. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING AND, FOLLOWING THE PUBLIC HEARING, ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2016-137, APPROVING THE ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE CITYWIDE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FY 2016-2017, DECLARING THE INTENT TO LEVY AND COLLECT ASSESSMENTS Staff recommends that Council conduct a public hearing and, following the public hearing, adopt Resolution No. 2016-137, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Approving the Engineers Report for the Citywide Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Assessment District for FY 2016-2017, Declaring the Intent to Levy and Collect Assessments." Mayor Lozano opened the Public Hearing at 9:42 p.m. and invited those wishing to speak in opposition of this item to come forward and be heard. Arturo Luna, Baldwin Park resident, spoke in opposition to the proposed assessment, Page 9 of 14 opining that it is just one more tax burden on the community. Seeing no one come forward, the Mayor invited those wishing to speak in support to this item to come forward and be heard. Seeing not others wishing to speak, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing at 9:46 p.m. Mayor Lozano explained that this is not an additional tax being levied and that this is simply a reoccurring tax levy that has been in place for many years. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0) to approve and adopt Resolution No. 2016-137, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Approving the Engineers Report for the Citywide Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Assessment District for FY 2016-2017, Declaring the Intent to Levy and Collect Assessments." AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 13. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER THE RATE ADJUSTMENT REQUEST FOR SOLID WASTE FEES AND, FOLLOWING THE PUBLIC HEARING, ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2016-138 APPROVING THE RATE ADJUSTMENTS Staff recommends that Council conduct a public hearing and, following the public hearing, approve Resolution No. 2016-138, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Adopting the Amended Fee Schedule for Solid Waste Collection and Recycling Services, to Reflect Consumer Price Index Increases, Mandated Organic Recycling Requirements (AB1826) and Green Waste Quarantine Surcharges." Mayor Lozano opened the Public Hearing at 9:58 p.m. and invited those wishing to speak in opposition to this item to come forward and be heard. Ken Woods, Baldwin Park resident and business owner, spoke in opposition to the rate increase, pointing out that he has been forced to reduce the size of his waste bins yet they are now going to raise the fees. Jesus Garcia, Baldwin Park resident, stated that no correspondence from Waste Management that would explain the proposed increase was received at his home, nor was it received at many of the residents surrounding him; objected to the increase because some of the "pass-thru" charges being proposed would be charged to him yet he would not be contributing to the volume or type of waste being picked up (referring to green waste). Arturo Luna, Baldwin Park resident, expressed objection to the proposed rate increase and stated that Waste Management was given a "super contract;" inquired as to what larger customers such as Walmart, Home Depot and others pay in fees; asserted that the City is wasting money. Greg Tuttle, Baldwin Park business owner, spoke out against the rate increase and asserted that waste collection services have not been competitively bid as they should be. Page 10 of 14 Subsequently, the Mayor invited those wishing to speak in support of this item to come forward and be heard. Seeing not others wishing to speak, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing at 10:16 p.m. Discussion ensued and Council sought additional information and clarification from staff and the Waste Management representative as to the justification that warrants the proposed fee increases. Council directed staff to arrange for Waste Management to present at a future Study Session to explain the increase in fees. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0)to approve Resolution No. 2016-138, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Adopting the Amended Fee Schedule for Solid Waste Collection and Recycling Services, to Reflect Consumer Price Index Increases, Mandated Organic Recycling Requirements (AB1826) and Green Waste Quarantine Surcharges" with the striking of Section 3 of the Resolution which references the Green Waste Quarantine Surcharge. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 14. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING THE AMENDMENT TO THE FISCAL YEAR 2016-2017 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) AND HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP FUND (HOME)ANNUAL ACTION PLAN Staff recommends that Council conduct a public hearing and, following the public hearing, approve: a) The identified areas in Table 2 as CDBG Code Enforcement Designated Areas; and b) The Amendments to the FY 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan. Mayor Lozano opened the Public Hearing at 10:21 p.m. and invited those wishing to speak in opposition to this item to come forward and be heard. Seeing no one come forth, the Mayor invited those wishing to speak in support of this item to come forward and be heard. Seeing no one wishing to speak, the Mayor closed the Public Hearing at 10:21 p.m. Councilmember Rubio asked that staff prepare a report to explain why the Pride Platoon had been eliminated from the list of fund recipients. Councilmember Baca also requested additional information about fund changes pertaining to Code Enforcement. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0) to approve the identified areas in Table 2 as CDBG Code Enforcement Designated Areas; and the Amendments to the FY 2016-2017 Annual Action Plan.. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio Page 11 of 14 NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. REPORTS OF OFFICERS 15. REVIEW OF THE SIX-MONTH GRANT WRITING UPDATE FROM CALIFORNIA CONSULTING, LLC Staff recommends that Council review and receive the update report and provide direct to staff accordingly. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0)to bring this item back at the next Regular Meeting of August 3, 2016. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 16. REVIEW OF CURRENT APPLICATIONS AND CONSIDER APPOINTMENT OF OFFICE SEAT NO. 5 ON THE RECREATION AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION, AND APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2016-124 ACCORDINGLY Staff recommends that Council review the Commission applications submitted for Office Number 5 of the Recreation and Community Services Commission, 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 Resolution No. 2016-124, 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." A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0)to bring this item back at the next Regular Meeting of August 3, 2016. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 17. APPROVE RESOLUTION NO. 2016-127, 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. 2016-127, 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. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0) to bring this item back at the next Regular Meeting of August 3, 2016. Page 12 of 14 AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. MOTION FOR ADJOURNMENT A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Garcia to adjourn the meeting and carry any remaining items forward to the next regularly scheduled Council Meeting. Mayor Lozano and Councilmembers Baca and Rubio expressed objection. Mayor Lozano directed the City Clerk to take a Roll Call Vote for the motion to adjourn: AYES: Garcia, Pacheco. NOES: Baca, Lozano, Rubio. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. The motion to adjourn was defeated (3—2)with Mayor Pro Tem Garcia and Councilmember Pacheco voting no. Subsequently, Mayor Pro Tem Garcia and Councilmember Pacheco excused themselves from the meeting and left the dais at 10:32 p.m. CITY COUNCIL/CITY CLERK/CITY TREASURER/STAFF REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS Request by Councilmember Cruz Baca discussion and direction to staff on the following: • Councilmember Baca is requesting a discussion on "Bike Safety"with regard to what can be done to make "cyclists/public" aware of rules, safety issues, and existing helmet laws. Councilmember Baca began discussion on the need to educate the community on proper bicycle safety and helmet laws; suggested that information be posted on the City website and conduct community meetings to instruct riders on proper cycling etiquette and safety. • Councilmember Baca is requesting a discussion on the 2017 July 4th Fireworks show and exploring the idea of having business sponsorship(s) to help fund the event. Councilmember Baca asked that discussion be opened in January 2017 to consider sponsorship for the 2017 July 4th event. She knew of several interested parties but nothing came of the proposals. Request by Councilmember Susan Rubio for discussion and direction to staff on the following: • Councilmember Rubio is requesting consideration of a City Ordinance to regulate fireworks better by 1) deterring the use of illegal fireworks, and 2) limiting the days that "Safe and Sane" fireworks can be used. Councilmember Rubio expressed great concern regarding the problems recently experienced during the period pre- and post- July 4th, stating that it sounded like a war zone because of all the fireworks going off; expressed great concern for elderly, ill and veterans that may be effected by the abuse of fireworks. Councilmember Rubio asked Chief Taylor to clarify what the current ordinance allows and does not allow, and sought suggestions for ways to mitigate the problem by tightening the restrictions and shortening the timeframe in which the community is allowed to possess fireworks and enforce the "safe and sane" fireworks requirement. Page 13 of 14 Chief Taylor suggested that adjustments be made to the application of fines in addition to the tightening of restrictions to discourage violations. • Councilmember Rubio is requesting consideration to renegotiate consultant contracts with overlapping services that have not produced results. Councilmember Rubio expressed great concern regarding invoices that have been submitted by consultants that are vague and seem excessive; opined that much of the billing time is being padded and she strongly believes that staff should be reviewing invoices more closely and verifying that the work being billed actually occurred. Mayor Lozano asked that the Berkshire Contract also be examined in the review. • Councilmember Rubio is requesting consideration of a space near the Police Department to designate as an e-commerce (buyer/seller) exchange area to protect consumers from theft or inappropriate behavior, as well as a designated child custody drop-off area. Councilmember Rubio stated that this item can be moved forward to the next meeting. • Councilmember Rubio is requesting discussion and consideration to enhance and/or implement new programs to improve police/community relations. Councilmember Rubio stated that this item can be moved forward to the next 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 meeting at 10:53 p.m. - Ma • ATTEST: / Man - ozano, Mayor Aleja •ra Avila, " ty Clerk APPROVED: q/1/14 Page 14 of 14