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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017 02 01 CC MIN MINUTES BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING FEBRUARY 1, 2017, 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 7:14 p.m. INVOCATION The invocation was provided by Council member Pacheco. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Lozano. ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Council Member Cruz Baca Council Member Monica Garcia Council Member Ricardo Pacheco Mayor Pro Tem Susan Rubio Mayor Manuel Lozano REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION Mayor Lozano reported out of Closed Session that, by a vote of 3—2 (Baca and Rubio voting no) to proceed with defense of Ricardo Pacheco in the L.A. County District Attorney's investigation into allegations of conflict of interest. City Attorney Robert Tafoya explained that it is currently unclear whether the investigation will be processed as a civil or criminal matter. Once this is established, a determination of whether the City will fund the defense in the matter. ANNOUNCEMENTS Council member Baca asked that the meeting be closed in memory of Baldwin Park resident and Coach Anthony Zane. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS None. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:25 p.m. and noted that each speaker is permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak. Jose Martinez, representing Valley County Water District, announced that there is a vacancy on the Board and provided criteria and appointment details; noted that he will be visiting the State Capital and discussing the drought with Legislatures. Thomas Kerri, San Bernardino resident, spoke out against the suggestion that the City would fund Council Member Pacheco's defense in the investigation; commented on freedom of speech. Juan Rios, Baldwin Park resident, opined that the work being performed at Walnut Creek Nature Park is not turning out as expected and that the neighborhood is unhappy with the results; stated that "we" will be pursuing the conflict of interest issue. Greg Tuttle, Baldwin Park business owner, alleged a conflict of interest due to a personal relationship between a council member and an attorney with a law firm that does business with the City; commented on the selection process for the Chief of Police; voiced objection to members who sit on the Oversight Board. Sabo, Baldwin Park business owner, spoke about the property behind his business. Terri Muse, Baldwin Park Business Association, extended an invitation to an informative breakfast event to discuss Measure H and noted that County representatives will be present to inform voters on the purpose and results of voting on the measure; noted an upcoming mixer and an event to honor emergency responders. Margarita Vargas, asked that Council adhere to the agenda, noting that the report out of closed session was done before the meeting was started; expressed concern about the trees being removed from the medians throughout the city. Unidentified speaker asked that the City reconsider its position on marijuana cultivation and dispensaries in the city; noted that it would provide tax revenue and asked to speak to someone regarding the matter. Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 7:40 p.m. Interim Public Works Director explained that the removal of trees is part of the median landscape project to install drought resistant trees and plants. City Attorney Tafoya noted that there will be a presentation at the February 15 meeting regarding the issue of cannabis cultivation and sales in the city. Council member Garcia clarified that the relationship referred to by a community speaker is not a conflict of interest and no personal relationship exists. CONSENT CALENDAR No items were taken separately. 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: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Regular Meeting of 1/20/16 Page 2 of 6 2. REJECTION OF CLAIMS Staff recommends that Council reject the following claim(s) and direct staff to send appropriate notice of rejection to claimant(s): Arellano, Erica Claimant alleges damage to her tire after striking a pothole on Francisquito Avenue Rivera, Elizabeth Claimant alleges damage to her tire after striking a pothole on Ramona Boulevard A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to reject the claims and direct staff to send appropriate notice of rejection to claimants. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 3. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 1392, ENTITLED "AN ORDINANCE OF THE BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM." Staff recommends that the Council: 1) Conduct a second reading, by title only and waive further reading, of Ordinance No. 1392, entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM," and following such reading, approve and adopt Ordinance No. 1392 herein; and 2) Approve the Amendment the Contract between the Board of Administration California Public Employees' Retirement System and the City Council City of Baldwin Park. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0)to: 1) Conduct a second reading, by title only and waive further reading, of Ordinance No. 1392, entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM," and following such reading, approve and adopt Ordinance No. 1392 herein; and 2) Approve the Amendment the Contract between the Board of Administration California Public Employees' Retirement System and the City Council City of Baldwin Park. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Regular Meeting of 1/20/16 Page 3 of 6 4. SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO 1396, ADOPTING THE 2016 EDITION OF THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE (CBC), RESIDENTIAL CODE (CRC), ELECTRICAL CODE (CEC), PLUMBING CODE (CPC), MECHANICAL CODE (CMC), AND THE 2016 GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, ENERGY CODE, HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE AND 2016 EXISTING BUILDING CODE Staff recommends that Council adopt Ordinance No. 1396 on second reading, read by title only, and waive any further reading thereof. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to adopt Ordinance No. 1396 on second reading, read by title only, and waive any further reading thereof. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. REPORTS OF OFFICERS 5. REVIEW OF CURRENT APPLICATIONS AND CONSIDERATION OF APPOINTMENT OF MEMBERS FOR THE HOUSING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK 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 Resolution No. 2017- 166, entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City Of Baldwin Park Appointing Qualified Individuals to the Housing Commission of the City Of Baldwin Park to Office Numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6." A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0) to bring this item back at the Regular City Council Meeting scheduled for February 15, 2017. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 6. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK IN SUPPORT OF ALL SANCTUARY CITIES Staff recommends that Council approve and adopt Resolution No. 2017-168 entitled "A pp p Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Declaring the City of Baldwin Park a Supporter of Sanctuary Cities for All Residents, Regardless of Immigration Status." Mayor Lozano expressed great concern regarding the Executive Order issued by the President regarding illegal immigrants and pointed out that the United States is a country of all colors. Council member Baca noted that many of the churches support sanctuary for all; announced that an information workshop will be held on February 23; asked that Council also support of SB 30 which expresses the objection to the proposed border wall. Regular Meeting of 1/20/16 Page 4 of 6 Mayor Pro Tern Rubio asked that Council also support SB 54 which provides protection as well. Council member Pacheco concurred with other members of Council; expressed the importance of protecting all citizens in the community and the need to dispel fear for undocumented immigrants; suggested that an immigration advocate be appointed and asked that it be brought back for discussion at the next Council meeting. A motion was made by Baca, seconded by Lozano, and carried (5—0) to bring this item back at the Regular City Council Meeting scheduled for February 17, 2016. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. CITY COUNCIL/CITY CLERK/CITY TREASURER/STAFF REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS Request by Council Member Baca for Council to discuss and consider: • To discuss and consider a show of support for Measure H, "Los Angeles County Plan to Prevent and Combat Homelessness," which will appear on the March 7, 2017, election ballot for Los Angeles County. Council member Baca explained that Measure H would provide for a tax that would fund a variety of services for the homeless and sought Council support in the form of a Resolution to be presented at the next Council meeting. Council members expressed united support for Measure H and the importance of addressing the homeless problem. Council member Garcia reported out on her recent attendance at the ICA meeting and the various issues covered; noted that homelessness was discusses, asset forfeiture funds were discussed. Council member Baca asked that letters be sent to the candidates that interviewed for the Chief of Police position; Council member Garcia asked that a plaque be prepared for outgoing Interim Police Chief Joe Bartolotti. Council member Pacheco reported out on his attendance to the ICA and attended workshops pertaining to the use of force by law enforcement, challenges of public safety, and active shooters. City Attorney Tafoya asserted a correction to a recent newspaper article in which statement was printed that misrepresented what he said. Regular Meeting of 1/20/16 Page 5 of 6 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 8:55 p.m. Mayor ATTE -T: / Man `I oz. •-, mor Al-jandr: vila, City Clerk APPROVED: 5/3/7 Regular Meeting of 1/20/16 Page 6 of 6