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Home My WebLink About2017 04 19 CC MIN MINUTES BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING APRIL 19, 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 Pro Tern Rubio at 7:15 p.m. INVOCATION The invocation was provided by Pastor Jackson. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tern Rubio. ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Council Member Cruz Baca Council Member Ricardo Pacheco Mayor Pro Tern Susan Rubio ABSENT: Council Member Monica Garcia (left the meeting at 7:18 p.m.) Mayor Manuel Lozano (left the meeting at 7:17 p.m.) REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION Mayor Lozano reported out of Closed Session that Council voted (3—2; Garcia and Lozano voted No)for the termination of David Salcedo as Chief of Police. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Lozano expressed his disappointment at the decision to terminate David Salcedo. He noted that this is the second Latino that was terminated without cause and that he had been informed by several officers that there are allegations of discrimination in the department with regards to promotions. He also stated that he may be seeking assistance from the State Attorney General's Office to conduct an investigation. Council member Garcia also expressed her disappointment at the decision. She opined that Mr. Salcedo took on the new role admirably. She stated that she was also informed of allegations of discrimination in promotion of officers. She pointed out that she has been approached by citizens in the community that expressed admiration for the new chief and his proactive involvement in the community. Mayor Lozano then announced that he is leaving the Council meeting in protest of the decision to terminate David Salcedo. The Mayor left the dais at 7:12 p.m. Council member Garcia also stated that she is also leaving the Council meeting in protest of the decision to terminate David Salcedo. Council member Garcia left the dais at 7:13 p.m. Mayor Pro Tern Rubio commented in response to the statements made by Mayor Lozano and Council member Garcia; noted that there have been ten Caucasian police chiefs that have been terminated in the past; noted that scoring for selection of the police chief was shared closed session but only represented scoring for one of two interview panels; stated that she was approached by another member of Council and was urged to vote in a particular manner to avoid repercussions. Council member Baca announced that two Baldwin Park students have won a History Day competition and will be going on to complete at a state level. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS • Presentation by Phil Hawkey, San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments with a Governing Board Status Report Phil Hawkey, Executive Director of the San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments, narrated a PowerPoint presentation and highlighted the accomplishments of the Council of Governments and Baldwin Park's contribution to those accomplishments. • Presentation of Proclamation in recognition of National Arbor Day Council member Baca presented a Proclamation to recognize April 28, 2017, as National Arbor Day. Mayor Pro Tern Rubio presented a Certificate of Recognition to Federico Viscata Carrillo for his accomplishments as a three-time Judo Olympian and the most decorated Judo champion in Mexico. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Pro Tern Rubio opened Public Communications at 7:35 p.m. and noted that each speaker is permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak. Mark Schenden, Baldwin Park resident, expressed great disappointment at the dismissal of.Mr. Salcedo; opined that he was not given a chance to prove himself; asked the reason for the termination. Arturo Luna, Baldwin Park resident, commented on a recent article in the San Gabriel Tribune regarding attorney bills; opined that the funds spent on law suits is unwise use of City funds; inquired where all the money that is being spent is coming from; opined that code enforcement is ineffective. Juan Rios, Baldwin Park resident, opined that Code Enforcement is doing an admirable job and is generating revenue; noted that the Police Department is the right place for the program; opined that the allegations of racism by members of Council is unfounded. Greg Tuttle, Baldwin Park business owner, stated that the current contract for the July 4th event is costing as much as it did last year when the contract was done last minute; commented on the Resolution pertaining to the annexation into the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District; inquired about expenditures made from the Business Improvement District fund; pointed out that business owners should be a part of the governing body. Regular Meeting of 4/19/17 Page 2 of 10 Mr. Abel, Baldwin Park business owner, asked why his business is being cited; opined that his business generates income for the city and there have never been problems before. Hector, Baldwin Park resident, opined that there is a great deal of mistrust of law enforcement in the city; expressed disappointment at the dismissal of Mr. Salcedo; pointed out that Mr. Salcedo has been doing community outreach and makes citizens feel safe; asked that Council reconsider Mr. Salcedo. Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 8:16 p.m. CONSENT CALENDAR Council pulled Item Nos. 7 and 11 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 Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (3 — 0 — 2; Garcia and Lozano absent) to ratify the Warrants and Demands Register. AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None 2. TREASURER'S REPORT— FEBRUARY 2017 Staff recommends that Council receive and file the Treasurer's Report for the month of February 2017. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (3 — 0 — 2; Garcia and Lozano absent) to receive and file the minutes. AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None 3. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES Receive and file: A. Meeting Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting held on November 2, 2016. B. Meeting Minutes of the Special and Regular Meetings of the City Council held on November 16, 2016. C. Meeting Minutes of the Special Meeting of the City Council held on December 7, 2016. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (3 — 0 — 2; Garcia and Lozano absent) to receive and file the minutes. AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None Regular Meeting of 4/19/17 Page 3 of 10 4. AUTHORIZATION TO ENTER INTO A LEASE AGREEMENT FOR NEW POSTAGE, FOLDING/INSERTER MACHINES Staff recommends that Council approve entering into a 60-month Lease Agreement with MailFinance, Inc. (a Neopost USA Company). A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (3 — 0 — 2; Garcia and Lozano absent) to approve entering into a 60-month Lease Agreement with MailFinance, Inc. (a Neopost USA Company). AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None 5. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 2017-179 APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE CALIFONIA CLIMATE INVESTMENTS URBAN GREENING PROGRAM Staff recommends that Council: 1) Authorize the Director of Recreation and Community Services to submit a grant application to the State of California Climate Investments Urban Greening Program Grant; and 2) Waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2017-179 entitled, "A Resolution of the City of Baldwin Park Approving the Application for Grant Funds from California Climate Investments Urban Greening Program." A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (3 — 0 — 2; Garcia and Lozano absent)to: 1) Authorize the Director of Recreation and Community Services to submit a grant application to the State of California Climate Investments Urban Greening Program Grant; and 2) Waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2017-179 entitled, "A Resolution of the City of Baldwin Park Approving the Application for Grant Funds from California Climate Investments Urban Greening Program." AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None 6. 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. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (3 — 0 — 2; Garcia and Lozano absent) to 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. AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None Regular Meeting of 4/19/17 Page 4 of 10 7. RATIFY THE CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH SOUTHLAND TRANSIT, INC. Staff recommends that Council ratify the contract Amendment with Southland Transit, Inc., and authorize the Mayor to execute the amendment. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (3 — 0 — 2; Garcia and Lozano absent) to ratify the contract Amendment with Southland Transit, Inc., and authorize the Mayor to execute the amendment. AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None 8. PURCHASE OF SPILLMAN COMPSTAT MANAGEMENT DASHBOARD MODULE AND SPILLMAN ANALYTICS MODULE Staff recommends that Council approve to: 1. Waive the formal bidding process pursuant to §34.23(B) of the Baldwin Park Municipal Code "when the supplies and equipment needed can be obtained from one source only." 2. Direct Finance staff to take the necessary action and make a budget appropriation of approximately $69,561 from Federal Asset Forfeiture fund (205-30-370-58110- 00000-2) toward the purchase of the Spillman CompState Management Productivity Dashboard Module and Spillman Analytics/CrimeMonitor Module. 3. Authorize the Chief of Police, or his designee, to make the above purchase through the procedures outlined above. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (3 — 0 — 2; Garcia and Lozano absent) to: 1. Waive the formal bidding process pursuant to §34.23(B) of the Baldwin Park Municipal Code "when the supplies and equipment needed can be obtained from one source only." 2. Direct Finance staff to take the necessary action and make a budget appropriation of approximately $69,561 from Federal Asset Forfeiture fund (205-30-370-58110-00000-2) toward the purchase of the Spillman CompState Management Productivity Dashboard Module and Spillman Analytics/CrimeMonitor Module. 3. Authorize the Chief of Police, or his designee, to make the above purchase through the procedures outlined above. AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None Regular Meeting of 4/19/17 Page 5 of 10 9. AUTHORIZATION FOR A ONE YEAR CONTRACT EXTENSION TO COMPUTER SERVICES COMPANY (CSC) FOR TRAFFIC SIGNAL AND STREET LIGHTING MAINTENANCE AND REQUEST FOR ADDITIONAL FUNDS DUE TO UNFORESEEN DAMAGE TO CITY STREET LIGHT POLES AND TRAFFIC SIGNAL CONTROLLERS Staff recommends that Council: 1. Authorize the Mayor to execute the contract Amendment No. 1 to extend the existing contract with Computer Services Company (CSC) for a period of one year; and 2. Authorize the Director of Finance to appropriate additional funds for RY 2017 to cover the increase in unforeseen costs; and 3. Authorize the Director of Finance to make necessary budget adjustments to allow payments as approved for FY 2017. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (3 — 0 — 2; Garcia and Lozano absent) to: 1. Authorize the Mayor to execute the contract Amendment No. 1 to extend the existing contract with Computer Services Company (CSC)for a period of one year; and 2. Authorize the Director of Finance to appropriate additional funds for RY 2017 to cover the increase in unforeseen costs; and 3. Authorize the Director of Finance to make necessary budget adjustments to allow payments as approved for FY 2017. AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None 10. RESOLUTION 2017-181 AUTHORIZING THE DIRECTOR OF PUBIC WORKS TO EXECUTE PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. P61 TO ADMINISTERING AGENCY-STATE AGREEMENT FOR STATE FUNDED PROJECTS NO. 00378S FOR MAINE AVENUE COMPLETE STREETS PROJECT Staff recommends that Council waive further reading, read by title only, and adopt Resolution No. 2017-181, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Authorizing the Director of Public Works to Execute the Program Supplement Agreement No. P61 to Administering Agency-State Agreement for State Funded Projects No. 00378S." A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (3 — 0 — 2; Garcia and Lozano absent) to approve and adopt Resolution No. 2017-181, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Authorizing the Director of Public Works to Execute the Program Supplement Agreement No. P61 to Administering Agency-State Agreement for State Funded Projects No. 00378S." AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None Regular Meeting of 4/19/17 Page 6 of 10 11. APPROVE A RESOLUTION FOR THE JOINT TAX TRANSFER FOR ANNEXATION INTO THE SAN GABRIEL VALLEY MOSQUITO AND VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT Staff recommends that Council approve Resolution No. 2017-182, entitled "A Joint Resolution of the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles and the Governing Bodies of the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District and City of Baldwin Park, Approving and Accepting the Negotiated Exchange of Property Tax Revenue Resulting from Annexation No. 2016-32 to the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District." A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (3 — 0 — 2; Garcia and Lozano absent) to approve and adopt Resolution No. 2017-182, entitled "A Joint Resolution of the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles and the Governing Bodies of the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District and City of Baldwin Park, Approving and Accepting the Negotiated Exchange of Property Tax Revenue Resulting from Annexation No. 2016-32 to the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito and Vector Control District." AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None 12. APPROVE AND ADOPT A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING "WOMEN AND GIRLS IN SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, ENGINEERING AND MATHEMATICS (STEM)"WEEK Staff recommends that Council approve and adopt Resolution No. 2017-185, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park supporting April 2, 2017 through April 8, 2017, as "Women and Girls in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)"Week. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (3 — 0 — 2; Garcia and Lozano absent) to approve and adopt Resolution No. 2017-185, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park supporting April 2, 2017 through April 8, 2017, as "Women and Girls in Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)" Week. AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None PUBLIC HEARING 13. A REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF A MUNICIPAL (ZONING) CODE AMENDMENT THAT WOULD MODIFY SECTION 153.170.105(H) ELIMINATING LANGUAGE TO ALLOW ALL NEW BILLBOARDS TO BE NO TALLER THAN 65 FEET IN HEIGHT REGARDLESS OF PROXIMITY TO A SOUND WALL AND A DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT TO ALLOW THE INSTALLATION OF ONE DOUBLE- FACED DIGITAL BILLBOARD (LOCATION: 1919 PUENTE AVENUE; APPLICANT: BECKER BOARDS SMALL, LLC; CASE NUMBERS: AZC-185 AND DA 16-01). Staff and the Planning Commission recommends that Council open the public hearing and, following the public hearing: 1. Adopt Resolution No. 2017-180, entitled "A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Baldwin Park Recommending That The City Council Approve And Adopt (1) The Mitigated Negative Declaration Of Environmental Impact (2)An Amendment To Regular Meeting of 4/19/17 Page 7 of 10 The City's Municipal Code Relating To Development Standards For Billboard Uses; And (3) A Development Agreement For The Construction Of A New Digital Billboard (1919 Puente Ave); (Locations: Citywide And 1919 Puente Ave.; APN: 8558-033- 005; Applicant: Becker Boards Small, LLC; Case Numbers: AZC-185 And DA 16- 01);" and 2. Introduce for first reading, by title only and waive further reading, Ordinance 1398, entitled, "An Ordinance Of City Council Of The City Of Baldwin Park Amending Section 153.170.105(H) To The Baldwin Park Municipal Code Relating To Billboards;" and 3. Introduce for first reading, by title only and waive further reading, Ordinance 1399, entitled, "An Ordinance Of The City Council Of The City Of Baldwin Park Authorizing The City Of Baldwin Park To Enter Into A Development Agreement With Becker Boards Small, LLC For The Approval Of A New Digital Billboard Structure At The Real Property Located At 1919 Puente Avenue Along The I-10 Freeway Within The City Of Baldwin Park." Mayor Pro Tern Rubio opened the public hearing at 8:14 p.m. and invited those wishing to speak in support of the item to come forward and be heard. Joseph White, Becker Boards, thanked Council for their consideration. Seeing no others wishing to speak, Mayor Pro Tern Rubio invited those wishing to speak in opposition to the item to come forward and be heard. Seeing no one come forward to speak in opposition, Mayor Pro Tem Rubio closed the public hearing at 8:15 p.m. A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Baca, and carried (3—0—2; Garcia and Lozano absent)to: 1. Adopt Resolution No. 2017-180, entitled "A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Baldwin Park Recommending That The City Council Approve And Adopt (1) The Mitigated Negative Declaration Of Environmental Impact (2) An Amendment To The City's Municipal Code Relating To Development Standards For Billboard Uses; And (3) A Development Agreement For The Construction Of A New Digital Billboard (1919 Puente Ave); (Locations: Citywide And 1919 Puente Ave.; APN: 8558-033-005; Applicant: Becker Boards Small, LLC; Case Numbers: AZC-185 And DA 16-01);" and 2. Introduce for first reading, by title only and waive further reading, Ordinance 1398, entitled, "An Ordinance Of City Council Of The City Of Baldwin Park Amending Section 153.170.105(H) To The Baldwin Park Municipal Code Relating To Billboards;" and 3. Introduce for first reading, by title only and waive further reading, Ordinance 1399, entitled, "An Ordinance Of The City Council Of The City Of Baldwin Park Authorizing The City Of Baldwin Park To Enter Into A Development Agreement With Becker Boards Small, LLC For The Approval Of A New Digital Billboard Structure At The Real Property Located At 1919 Puente Avenue Along The 1-10 Freeway Within The City Of Baldwin Park." AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None Regular Meeting of 4/19/17 Page 8 of 10 14. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK CONFIRMING THE ADVISORY COMMITTEE'S REPORT AND LEVYING THE ASSESSMENT IN THE BALDWIN PARK CITYWIDE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017-18 Staff recommends Council open the public hearing and, following the public hearing, approve the FY 2017-18 BIT Allocation Budget and approve Resolution No.2017-184, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, Confirming the Advisory Committee's Report and Levying the Assessment in the Baldwin Park Citywide Business Improvement District for Fiscal Year 2017-2018." Mayor Pro Tem Rubio opened the public hearing at 8:17 p.m. and invited those wishing to speak in support of the item to come forward and be heard. Seeing no one wishing to speak, Mayor Pro Tern Rubio invited those wishing to speak in opposition to the item to come forward and be heard. Greg Tuttle, Baldwin Park business owner, expressed objection to the assessment alleging that the only expenditures from the fund that have proven to be any benefit to local businesses has been the street market; implied that the money is used for events that have no impact on business development. Seeing no others wishing to speak, Mayor Pro Tern Rubio closed the public hearing at 8:21 p.m. A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Baca, and carried (3—0—2; Garcia and Lozano absent) to bring this item back at the next Regular Council Meeting on the date certain of May 3, 2017, for further consideration by Council. AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None REPORTS OF OFFICERS 15. DIRECTION AND APPROVAL OF THE DESIGN FOR THE BALDWIN PARK TRANSIT BUS WRAPS AND SELECTION OF THE BALDWIN PARK COMMUTER CONNECTOR EXPRESS LINE TRANSIT BUS MODEL Staff recommends that Council: 1. Select and approve a bus wrap design for the Baldwin Park Transit Buses; and 2. Select and approve a transit bus model for the Baldwin Park Commuter Connector Express Line. A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Baca, and carried (3—0—2; Garcia and Lozano absent)to bring this item back at the next Regular Council Meeting. AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None Regular Meeting of 4/19/17 Page 9 of 10 16. FOURTH OF JULY SAFETY ENHANCEMENT STRATEGY Staff recommends that council receive and file the Fourth of July Safety Enhancement Report. A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Baca, and carried (3—0—2; Garcia and Lozano absent) to bring this item back at the next Regular Council Meeting. AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None 17. JANUARY 2017 AND FEBRUARY 2017 CRIME STATISTICS Staff recommends that Council receive and file the report. A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Baca, and carried (3—0—2; Garcia and Lozano absent) to bring this item back at the next Regular Council Meeting. AYES: Baca, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Garcia, Lozano ABSTAIN: None CITY COUNCIL/CITY CLERK/CITY TREASURER/ STAFF REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS ADJOURNMENT There being no other business to discuss, and all other matters having been addressed, a motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Pacheco, to adjourn the meeting at 8:25 p.m. Mayor ' ATT 'T /� / Manuel Lozano, - Alejan•r- Avila, Ci y Clerk APPROVED: &P7/!M Regular Meeting of 4/19/17 Page 10 of 10