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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017 04 05 CC MIN SS (2) MINUTES BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING APRIL 5, 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 7:15 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 Monica Garcia Council Member Ricardo Pacheco Mayor Pro Tem Susan Rubio Mayor Manuel Lozano REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION Mayor Lozano reported that no action was taken by Council during Closed Session. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Lozano asked that this evening's meeting be closed in memory of Alicia Vazquez, a • beloved citizen of Baldwin Park, and extended deepest condolences to the family. Council member Pacheco noted that the grand opening of the Walnut Creek Nature Park was a great success and thanked everyone for their attendance; noted that there a number of events coming up and invited everyone to come out and enjoy the festivities. Mayor Pro Tern Rubio recognized the anniversary of the Army and thanked all those in the armed forces for their services. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS • Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to Hellen Christiel Jimenez, Honor Roll Student Council member Pacheco presented the Certificate of Recognition to Hellen Jimenez in recognition of her outstanding achievements in school. • Proclamation to proclaim April 3 - 7, 2017, as Adult Education Week Mayor Pro Tern Rubio presented the Proclamation recognizing April 3 — 7, 2017, as Adult Education Week. • Presentation of Certificates recognizing Students in the Adult Education Essay Contest Mayor Pro Tem Rubio presented Certificates of Recognition to winners of the Adult Education Essay Contest and congratulated all who participated. • Presentation of Proclamation recognizing April as DMV/Donate Life California Month Mayor Pro Tern Rubio presented a Proclamation to recognize April as DMV/Donate Life California Month. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 8:10 p.m. and noted that each speaker is permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak. Teri Muse, Baldwin Park Business Association, invited the community to upcoming Association events; announced a recent job fair at Waste Management; announcing the opening of the application period for the intern and scholarship program sponsored by Waste Management. Gilbert Zarqoza, New Beginning Community Ministry, invited the Council and community to the Easter production of The Witness, a live production; noted that public officials from around the Valley have been invited and encouraged public representatives to attend. Christina Larios, Baldwin Park Library Manager, announced that the library has partnered with L.A. County museums to secure passes for library card holders. Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 8:25 p.m. CONSENT CALENDAR Council pulled Item Nos. 5 and 7 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 Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to ratify the Warrants and Demands Register. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 2. AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT FOR TWO NEW COPY MACHINES Staff recommends that Council approve entering into a 60-month lease agreement with CBE Office Solutions through Cell Business Equipment for two new Cannon copy machines. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to approve entering into a 60-month lease agreement with CBE Office Solutions through Cell Business Equipment for two new Cannon copy machines. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Regular Meeting of 4/5/17 Page 2 of 6 3. CONDUCT A SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 1397 AMENDING CITY OF BALDWIN PARK'S ZONING ORDINANCE SUBSECTION 153.170 ET SEQ Staff recommends that Council conduct a second reading, waive further reading and adopt by title only, Ordinance No. 1397, entitled "An Ordinance Of The City Council Of The City Of Baldwin Park, California, Amending The Municipal Code, Subchapter 153.170—Sign Regulations." A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to approve and adopt by title only, Ordinance No. 1397, entitled "An Ordinance Of The City Council Of The City Of Baldwin Park, California, Amending The Municipal Code, Subchapter 153.170— Sign Regulations." AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 4. ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2017-177, WHICH REVISES AND PROVIDES MORE RESTRICTIVE BUILDING STANDARDS OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT WITHIN THE JURISDICTIONAL BOUNDARIES OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK Staff recommends that Council: 1. Adopt the majority vote of the attached Resolution No. 2017-177, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park Adopting the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County Fire Code, Ratifying the More Restrictive Building Standards Contained the that Code and Delegating Enforcement of the Fire Code in the City to the Los Angeles County Fire Chief;" and 2. Direct staff to file a copy of the ratification of the more restricting building standards and required local findings, together with the adopted City Ordinance, with the State Department of Housing and Community Development and the California Building Standards Commission. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to Adopt the majority vote of the attached Resolution No. 2017-177, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park Adopting the Consolidated Fire Protection District of Los Angeles County Fire Code, Ratifying the More Restrictive Building Standards Contained the that Code and Delegating Enforcement of the Fire Code in the City to the Los Angeles County Fire Chief;" and Direct staff to file a copy of the ratification of the more restricting building standards and required local findings, together with the adopted City Ordinance, with the State Department of Housing and Community Development and the California Building Standards Commission. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 5. APPROVAL OF THE AGREEMENT WITH LEARNING ENRICHMENT AFTER- SCHOOL PROGRAM, INC., FOR THE SUMMER LUNCH PROGRAM Staff recommends that Council authorize the Mayor to execute the Agreement with Learning Enrichment After-School Program, Inc., and authorize the Director of Recreation and Community Services to execute all Summer Lunch Program documents. Regular Meeting of 4/5/17 Page 3 of 6 Council member Baca expressed appreciation for the L.E.A.P. program and the positive contribution it makes to the community's youth; inquired about what is done with left-over food. Parks and Community Services Director Manny Carrillo explained that there are restrictions as to what is allowed to be distributed but that left-over prepackaged foods are distributed to local churches and food banks A motion was made by Baca, seconded by Lozano, and carried (5 —0) authorize the Mayor to execute the Agreement with Learning Enrichment After-School Program, Inc., and authorize the Director of Recreation and Community Services to execute all Summer Lunch Program documents. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 6. AUTHORIZATION TO UPDATE THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT UNDER ITS HOUSING RELATED PARKS PROGRAM GRANT AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2017-178 Staff recommends that Council authorize the Director of Recreation and Community Services to update the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development under its Housing Related Parks Program Grant and Adopt Resolution No. 2017-78, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park Authorizing the Application for Housing Related parks Program Grant" and the application to participate in the Housing Related Parks Program. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to authorize the Director of Recreation and Community Services to update the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development under its Housing Related Parks Program Grant and Adopt Resolution No. 2017-78, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park Authorizing the Application for Housing Related parks Program Grant" and the application to participate in the Housing Related Parks Program. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 7. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR 4TH OF JULY PYROTECNIC SHOW WITH PYRO SPECTACULARS, INC. Staff recommends that Council approve the contract with Pyro Spectacular, Inc., for professional pyrotechnical services and authorize the Director of Recreation and Community Services to execute the agreement with Pyro Spectaculars, Inc. Council member Baca inquired about funding for this event and what upcoming budget projections look like for the Business Improvement Tax fund balance; requested that this item be brought back at the next meeting to allow time for staff to respond to inquiries and provide additional information on funding for this and future events. Police Chief Salcedo noted that the Police Department will be enforcing the restricted use of fireworks and will be aggressively citing those in violation. Regular Meeting of 4/5/17 Page 4 of 6 Council member Baca and Mayor Pro Tem Rubio requested that fireworks safety be included in the safety report that will be brought before Council at a future meeting. A motion was made by Baca, seconded by Lozano, and carried (5 — 0) to bring this item back at the April 19, 2017, Council meeting. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 8. APPROVE PARCEL MAP NO. 1407: 1707 BIG DALTON AVENUE, AND 14127 AND 14137 CORAK STREET Staff recommends that Council accept Parcel Map No. 1407, authorize the City Clerk and staff to sign the final tract map and release the off-site improvement bond for $68,160.75. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5—0) to accept Parcel Map No. 1407, authorize the City Clerk and staff to sign the final tract map and release the off-site improvement bond for$68,160.75. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 9. FIRST AMENDMENT TO RENEW RIGHT-OF-WAY USE AGREEMENT WITH CROWN CASTLE Staff recommends that Council approve the First Amendment to the existing Right-Of- Way Use Agreement with Crown Castle, NG West LLC, and authorize the Mayor to execute the First Amendment to the Agreement. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to approve the First Amendment to the existing Right-Of-Way Use Agreement with Crown Castle, NG West LLC, and authorize the Mayor to execute the First Amendment to the Agreement. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. REPORTS OF OFFICERS None. CITY COUNCIL / CITY CLERK / CITY TREASURER / STAFF REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS • Councilmember Garcia would like to have council discussion and direction regarding the organizational placement of Code Enforcement as well as possible alternative names for the function. Council member Garcia noted that there has been an increase in code enforcement concerns and posed the question of how the code enforcement program is being managed; opined that moving code enforcement from the Community Development Regular Meeting of 4/5/17 Page 5 of 6 division to the Police Department has posed some problems; state that citizens have alleged that officers are creating a feeling of intimidation; suggested that code enforcement be moved back into Community Development so that the community sees that code enforcement is meant to support beatification of the city; suggested that the name of the program be revised to echo the intent of beautification as well. Council discussion continued regarding allegations of intimidation and noted that the matters should be addressed internally; may be attributed the impression to the possibility that staff uniforms appear to be similar to police officers; suggested that community education is necessary and consideration will be given to relocating code enforcement back to Community Development. ADJOURNMENT There being no other business to discuss, and all other matters having been addressed, a motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Baca, to adjourn the meeting at 8:31 p.m. Mayor. ATTES L Man 744Ir1glir- ■■ .111 di Ale an•ra vila, City Clerk APPROVED: 1/347 Regular Meeting of 4/5/17 Page 6 of 6