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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2017 07 19 CC MIN MINUTES BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING JULY 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 Lozano at 7:25 p.m. INVOCATION The invocation was provided jointly by Pastor Jackson and Pastor Flores. 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 4— 1 (Council member Garcia voting No), Council authorized the Mayor to send a letter to the CalTrans regarding landscaping along the freeway. • ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Lozano requested that the meeting be closed in memory of Police Officer Kevin Kirkman, a 27 year veteran of the Baldwin Park Police Department and extended condolences to his family; also extended condolences and asked that the meeting be closed in memory of Rita Fraijo Rodriguez Moreno, a life-time resident of Baldwin Park. Council member Garcia asked that the meeting be closed in memory of Aramazd Adressian, Jr., noting the tragic loss of this 5-year old boy and extended heartfelt condolences to the Estavez family. Council member Baca requested that the meeting be closed in memory of Nancy Ester Mederos Gudino, a 19-year old young woman who recently lost her life, and extended deepest condolences to her family. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS • Introduction and Swearing In of new Director of Community Development Gus Romo Mayor Lozano administered the Oath of Office and Swearing in of Gustavo Romo, Director of Community Development. • Presentation of a Plaque to Captain Doug Parnell for his service as Interim Police Chief Mayor Lozano presented Captain Doug Parnell with a plaque in recognition and thanks for his service as Interim Police Chief. • Presentation by Community Energy Choice Aggregation Michael Chapin of Connor Energy narrated a PowerPoint presentation and explained the advantages of participating in the Community Energy Choice Aggregation which form a quasi-public energy agency to provide lower electricity rates for the community and the City. Council members asked whether there is any affiliation of this program with the recent presentation made by the County of Los Angeles; expressed interest in comparing the this program with that of the County; suggested that community outreach meetings be conducted; requested that this proposal be brought back before Council in a Study Session. • PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 8:03 p.m. and noted that each speaker is permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak. Vanetta Merro, representing Baldwin Park United Soccer Club, spoke of the team's trip to Spain and presented a slide show of pictures of the trip; thanked Council and the community for their support. Arturo Luna, Baldwin Park resident, asked about the funding source for proposed projects; pointed out that the police department accounts for the largest portion of the City's budget and that mismanagement of finances could result in the City having to dissolve the police department and contracting with the County Sheriff; opined that the City's finances are being mismanaged and the residents will eventually be burdened with more taxes. Al Contreras, Baldwin Park resident, questioned the revenue the City would realize as a result of an energy joint power of authority agency and whether there would be any benefit to the residents; asked for clarification regarding the Sister City item. Christina Larios, Baldwin Park Library Manager, announced that the library has extended its hours and noted that the Library will be hosting a Summer Discovery Program on July 26, 2017. Jesse Plata, Baldwin Park resident, voiced objection to the City's proposal to consider an ordinance that would permit establishing medical cannabis cultivation facilities; opined that the workshops did not provide answers and that he was not impressed with the credentials of guest industry experts; asserted that allowing such facilities would depreciate property value and would create a negative stigma. Ken Woods, Baldwin Park resident, commented on the medial landscape project, noting that it was supposed to represent a "drought tolerant" project; opined that the plants and trees being Regular Meeting of 7/19/17 Page 2 of 11 planted are not considered drought tolerant; commented on the energy joint power authority proposals, calling it a "bait and switch" idea. Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 8:22 p.m. Mayor Lozano responded to comments by stating the City is not in debt; responded to comments regarding the landscape improvement project. Council member Garcia asked that Mr. Plata provide a list of questions regarding the proposed consideration of allowing medical cannabis cultivation to the City Attorney to that his concerns could be addressed; Mayor Lozano stressed that the City is considering medical cannabis cultivation and transportation — and specifically that dispensaries are not being considered; Council member Pacheco reiterated that the City is in the preliminary phase of consideration and that has actively been seeking input from the community. Council also commented on the issue of the proposed cannabis cultivation ordinances that are being considered and noted that upcoming Council meeting will provide ample time for the community to come ask questions and express concerns. Council also responded to comments regarding proposed consideration of an energy partnership to provide electricity to the community through a quasi-public energy agency. CONSENT CALENDAR Council pulled Item Nos. 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9 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 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—APRIL AND MAY 2017 • Staff recommends that Council receive and file the Treasurer's Reports. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5 — 0) to receive and file the Treasurer's Report. 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): Garcia, Gabriel Claimant alleges that the intersection of Puente Avenue and Merced poses a dangerous condition of public property. Regular Meeting of 7/19/17 Page 3 of 11 Li, Ying Claimant alleges that the intersection of Baldwin Park Blvd. and Francisquito Ave. poses a dangerous condition of public property. Salcido, David Claimant alleges breach of contract, wrongful termination and whistleblower retaliation. Zapata, Carlos Claimant alleges that the south sidewalk on Live Oak Ave. poses a dangerous condition of public property. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, 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. 4. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES Receive and file: A. Meeting Minutes of the Special City Council Meeting held on June 6, 2017. B. Meeting Minutes of the Special and Regular City Council Meetings held on May 3, 2017. Council member Garcia asked that the meeting Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 7, 2016, be amended to include additional comments on the Median Landscape discussion; requested that this item be held to the next Regular meeting and the amended Minutes be presented at that time. A motion was made by Garcia, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5 — 0) to amend the Minutes of the Regular Meeting of June 7, 2017, and bring this item back at the next regular meeting following the revisions. • AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 5. AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AND APPROPRIATION OF GAS TAX FUNDS FOR CITY PROJECT NO. 2017-0189 — BUS STOP IMPROVEMENTS .PROJECT— PHASE I Staff recommends that Council authorize the Mayor to execute the construction contract with FS Contractor, Inc., for the Bus Stop Improvement Project (City Project No. 2017- 0189) in the amount of $412,950, and authorize the Finance Director to appropriate $35,340 and perform required budget adjustments for this project. Council member Baca asked for clarification regarding the proposed solar panels that will be utilized at the selected locations and expressed concern that the panels could be a target for theft. Interim Director Gutierrez noted the Council member Baca's concern and assured that he would look into the matter to insure that all of the solar equipment would be • protected. Regular Meeting of 7/19/17 Page 4 of 11 A motion was made by Baca, seconded by Lozano, and carried (5 — 0) to authorize the Mayor to execute the construction contract with FS Contractor, Inc., for the Bus Stop Improvement Project (City Project No. 2017-0189) in the amount of $412,950, and authorize the Finance Director to appropriate $35,340 and perform required budget adjustments for this project. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 6. DESIGNATION AS SISTER CITY TO THE MUNICIPALITY OF NOCHISTLAN DE MEJIA ZACATECAS, MEXICO Staff recommends that Council ratify and approve the Letter of Interest to proceed with establishing a Sister City relationship between the City of Baldwin Park and the Municipality of Nochistlan de Mejia, Zacatecas, Mexico, as Sister Cities. Mayor Pro Tern Rubio asked for clarification and suggested that this process be coordinated by the current Board of the Sister Cities since there is are several steps to the process. A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to ratify and approve the Letter of Interest to proceed with establishing a Sister City relationship between the City of Baldwin Park and the Municipality of Nochistlan de Mejia, Zacatecas, Mexico, as Sister Cities. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 7. APPROVAL OF CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR STANLEY CONVERGENT SECURITY SOLUTIONS, INC., TO UPGRADE, INSTALL AND SERVICE SURVEILLANCE, DATA STORAGE AND ACCESS CONTROL SYSTEMS AND EQUIPMENT Staff recommends that Council authorize the Mayor to execute a five-year service agreement with STANLEY Convergent Security Solutions, Inc., for an amount of $35,400 per year and authorize the Director of Finance to appropriate $12,000 of Prop C funds in FY 2017-18 and to make the necessary transfers and fund adjustments. Mayor Pro Tem Rubio asked staff to clarify matters regarding the existing contract and this service contract since it appeared that Stanley would be assuming the existing Honeywell contract. Interim Director Gutierrez and Chief Taylor responded and provided supporting information pertaining to the necessity of the contract. A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to approve and authorize the Mayor to execute a five-year service agreement with STANLEY Convergent Security Solutions, Inc., for an amount of $35,400 per year and authorize the Director of Finance to appropriate $12,000 of Prop C funds in FY 2017-18 and to make the necessary transfers and fund adjustments. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. Regular Meeting of 7/19/17 Page 5 of 11 8. CONSIDERATION OF AN ENERGY AUDIT AGREEMENT WITH AMERESCO, INC., EVALUATING ENERGY USE OPTIMIZATION MEASURES FOR STREET LIGHTS, TRAFFIC SIGNAL SAFETY LIGHTS, TRANSIT CENTER AND TEEN CENTER' Staff recommends that Council approve the request to authorize the City of Baldwin Park Chief Executive Officer, or his designee, to sign a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Ameresco, Inc., to perform an investment grade energy audit (IGA) in support of the City's Energy Conservation Program. Mayor Pro Tern Rubio inquired about an energy audit that had been recently been performed and how that relates to this item. Chief Executive Officer Yauchzee responded by explaining the recent energy audit and the results thereof, and how that activity relates to this item. Mayor Pro Tern Rubio asked that this item be brought back at a future meeting after providing additional information to Council to provide a better understanding of how this and other recent energy audits related. A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Baca, to bring this item back at the next meeting after additional information, and possibly another Study Session, has been provided to Council. • Council member Pacheco modified Mayor Pro Tern Rubio's motion to also request that Consolidate Edison also be invited to provide a presentation to Council in the proposed Study Session to insure that there is no overlap in work. A motion was made by Pacheco, seconded by Baca, and carried (5— 0) to bring this item back at the next meeting after a Study Session, which will include Ameresco and Consolidated Edison, has been conducted to provide Council additional information. • AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 9. FORMATION OF BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL FINANCING AUTHORITY Staff recommends that the City adopt Resolution No. 2017-198, entitled "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Baldwin Park Authorizing The Execution And Delivery Of .A Joint Exercise Of Powers Agreement By And Between The City Of Baldwin•Park And The Baldwin Park Housing Authority To Create The Baldwin Park Municipal Financing Authority And Approving And Authorizing Certain Other Matters Relating Thereto," authorizing the Mayor to execute a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement between the City and the Housing Authority, forming the Baldwin Park Municipal Financing Authority. Council member Baca asked for clarification as to the difference between this entity as opposed to the Baldwin Park Finance Authority. . Finance Director Tam explained that this entity would be charged. with the administration of bond refinancing activities for the City of Baldwin Park as opposed to the financing administration of the Baldwin Park Finance Authority. A motion was made by Baca, seconded by Lozano, and carried (5 — 0) to adopt Resolution No. 2017-198, entitled "Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Baldwin Park Authorizing The Execution And Delivery Of A Joint Exercise Of Powers Agreement By And Between The City Of Baldwin Park And The Baldwin Park Housing Authority To Create The Baldwin Park Municipal Financing Regular Meeting of 7/19/17 Page 6 of 11 Authority And Approving And Authorizing Certain Other Matters Relating Thereto," authorizing the Mayor to execute a Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement between the City and the Housing Authority, forming the Baldwin Park Municipal Financing Authority. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 10. UNDERWRITER SELECTION Staff recommends that Council rescind the selection of BOK Financial Securities and approve the selection of Ramirez & Co., to underwrite the refinance of the Baldwin Park Financing Authority 2004 Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5 — 0) to rescind the selection of BOK Financial Securities and approve the selection of Ramirez & Co., to underwrite the refinance of the Baldwin Park 'Financing Authority 2004 Lease Revenue Refunding Bonds. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 11. APPROVE WEST COVINA JAIL CONTRACT AND FEE INCREASE .Staff recommends that Council authorize the Interim Chief of Police, or his designee, to complete all appropriate documentation to renew the contract and accept the terms of the ' proposed fee increase. Mayor Pro Tem Rubio inquired about the increase in the contract; Chief Taylor briefly explained that Baldwin Park contracts with West Covina since the City does not have appropriate facilities to house female inmates; noted that the increase is a standard part of the contact. A motion was made by Rubio, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5 — 0) to • authorize the Interim Chief of Police, or his designee, to complete all appropriate • documentation to renew the contract and accept the terms of the proposed fee increase. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. 12. AWARD OF BID FOR CITY PROJECT NO. 2017-0185 — ALLEYWAY STREET IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT Staff recommends that Council: 1. Authorize the Mayor to execute construction contract with Gentry Brothers, Inc. for the Alleyway Improvements Project (City Project No. 2017-0185) in the amount of $290,848, and; 2. Authorize the Finance Director to appropriate $100,000 from Fund 254 — Measure • R Local Return and $60,000 from Fund 242 — Traffic Congestion Relief and to perform the required budget adjustments for this project. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5—0)to: Regular Meeting of 7/19/17 Page 7 of 11 1. Authorize the Mayor to execute construction contract with Gentry Brothers, Inc. for the Alleyway Improvements Project (City Project No. 2017-0185) in the amount of$290,848, and; 2. Authorize the Finance Director to appropriate $100,000 from Fund 254 — Measure R Local Return and $60,000 from Fund 242 — Traffic Congestion • Relief and to perform the required budget adjustments for this project. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION SA-1 SECOND READING OF SUCCUSSOR AGENCY ORDINANCE NO. 2 TO REPEAL SALES TAX ORDINANCE Staff recommends that the Successor Agency conduct a second reading, by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 2, entitled "An Ordinance Of The Successor Agency To The Dissolved Community Development Commission Of The City Of Baldwin Park Repealing Ordinance No. 1 Regarding Sales And Use Taxes," and following such reading, approve and adopt said Ordinance No. 2. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, and carried (5 — 0) to conduct a second reading, by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance No. 2, entitled "An Ordinance Of The Successor Agency To The Dissolved Community Development Commission Of The City Of Baldwin Park Repealing Ordinance No. 1 Regarding Sales And Use Taxes," and following such reading, approve and adopt said Ordinance No. 2. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None. PUBLIC HEARING 13. ADOPTION OF THE BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2017-18 FOR THE CITY OF .BALDWIN PARK, BALDWIN PARK FINANCE AUTHORITY, BALDWIN PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY • Staff recommends that Council open a public hearing and, following the public hearing, approve the Fiscal Year 2017-18 Budget for the City of Baldwin Park, by Resolution No. 2017-195, for the Finance Authority by Resolution No. FA 2017-008, for the Housing Authority by Resolution No. HA 2017-011, and the Successor Agency by Resolution No. SA 2017-010. Council member Baca asked that staff aggressively pursue the possibility of securing •sponsors for the Celebrate Baldwin Park parade, the State of the City and the HalloweenFest in future budget periods; Council member Garcia inquired as to why the parade is not currently included in the budget. Chief Executive Officer Yauchzee pointed out that this was an alternate item and that it was not included in the final budget due to financial restrains; Council member Garcia Regular Meeting of 7/19/17 Page 8 of 11 noted that this is a historic even and directed staff to seek further opportunities and resources to insure that the parade will be funded; Council member Baca pointed out that this would be an opportunity to secure sponsors and suggested that Council reconsider • the matter in January 2018. A motion was made by Garcia, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5 — 0) to approve the stipulation that the Celebrate Baldwin Park parade be reincorporated into the Fiscal Year 2017-18 Budget and that funding would be identified at a future date. •Mayor Lozano opened the public hearing at 8:46 p.m. and invited those wishing to speak in support of the item to come forward and be heard. • Seeing no one step forward, the Mayor invited those wishing to speak in against the item being presented to come forward and be heard. Seeing no one step forward, Mayor Lozano closed the public hearing at 8:46 p.m. A motion was made by Garcia, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (5 — 0) to approve the Fiscal Year 2017-18 Budget for the City of Baldwin' Park, by Resolution No. 2017-195, for the Finance Authority by Resolution No. FA 2017- 008, for the Housing Authority by Resolution No. HA 2017-011, and the Successor Agency by Resolution No. SA 2017-010, with the additional stipulation that the Celebrate Baldwin Park parade be reincorporated into the budget and that funding would be identified at a future date. AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio • NOES: None. • ABSENT: None. • ABSTAIN: None. 14. A REQUEST FOR CONSIDERATION OF AN AMENDMENT TO AN EXISTING SPECIFIC PLAN (SP 08-01) WHICH MODIFIED LANGUAGE PROHIBITING A GATE (SECTION 4.1.11) ALONG THE VEHICLULAR ENTRANCE ON FOSTER AVENUE AND ADDS LANGUAGE IN SECTION 4.1.11 ALLOWING A RETRACTABLE SLIDING GATE SUBJECT TO DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS INCLUDING: (1) ADJACENT PROPERTY OWNER EXECUTING A HOLD HARMLESS AGREEMENT, (2) PERMITS REQUIRED BY THE BUILDING DIVISION, (3) MINIMUM 27 FOOT OPENING WHEN THE GATE IS FULLY OPEN, AND (4)A MINIMUM OF A 25 FOOT SETBACK FROM THE ROADWAY, PURSUANT TO SECTION 153.210.170.A OF THE CITY'S MUNICIPAL CODE (LOCATION: BELLA VITA HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION, ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NUMBER: 8552-022-116; APPLICANT: PHIL SILVER REPRESENTING BELLA VITA HOMEOWNER'S ASSOCIATION; CASE NUMBER: SP 08-01 MOD) Staff and the Planning Commission recommend that Council open a public hearing and, following the public hearing, adopt Resolution No. 2017-194, entitled "A Resolution of the 'City Council of the City of Baldwin Park Approving a Change to Language Contained in a Specific Plan (SP 08-01 MOD) Modifying and Adding Language in Section 4.1.11 of SP 08- 01 to Allow a Retractable Gate Along the Vehicular Entrance on Foster Avenue Subject to Development Standards (Location: Bella Vita Homeowner's Association (APN 8552-022- 116); Applicant: Phil Silver, Representing Bella Vita Homeowner's Association, Case No. SP 08-01 MOD)." Regular Meeting of 7/19/17 Page 9 of 11 Council member Garcia announced that she would be recusing herself from Item No. 14 as she resides within a 300 foot radius of the subject property; she left the dais and the meeting at 8:47 p.m. City Planner Amy Harbin narrated the staff report and offered to response to any questions or concerns of Council. Seeing none, she concluded the presentation. Mayor Lozano opened the public hearing at 8:50 p.m. and invited those wishing to speak in support of the item to come forward and be heard. Seeing no one step forward, the Mayor invited those wishing to speak in against the item being presented to come forward and be heard. Seeing no one step forward, Mayor Lozano closed the public hearing at 8:46 p.m. A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (4 — 0 — 1; Garcia abstained) to adopt Resolution No. 2017-194, entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park Approving a Change to Language • Contained in a Specific Plan (SP 08-01 MOD) Modifying and Adding Language in Section 4.1.11 of SP 08-01 to Allow a Retractable Gate Along the Vehicular Entrance on Foster Avenue Subject to Development Standards (Location: Bella Vita Homeowner's Association (APN 8552-022-116); Applicant: Phil Silver, Representing Bella Vita Homeowner's Association, Case No. SP 08-01 MOD)." AYES: Baca, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. • ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: Garcia REPORTS OF OFFICERS 15. APPROVAL OF BALDWIN PARK DAY AT THE FAIR AND APPOINTMENT OF COMMUNITY HERO Staff recommends that Council: 1) Authorize staff to coordinate the Baldwin Park Discount Day at the L.A. County Fair; and 2) Authorize the Director of Finance to appropriate $750 from the General Fund to cover the parade participation; and 3) Recommend and approve a nomination for a Community Hero and Community Group (and alternates) by Wednesday, July 19, 2017. A motion was made by Baca, seconded by Pacheco, and carried (4 — 0 — 1; • Garcia absent) to: 1) Authorize staff to coordinate the Baldwin Park Discount Day at the L.A. County Fair; and 2) Authorize the Director of Finance to appropriate $750 from the General Fund to cover the parade participation; and • 3) Approve the nomination of Monte Montenegro as the Community'Hero and • the Baldwin Park Woman's Club as the Community Group representing the city of Baldwin Park. Regular Meeting of 7/19/17 Page 10 of 11 AYES: Baca, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None. ABSENT: Garcia ABSTAIN: None. CITY COUNCIL / CITY CLERK / CITY TREASURER / STAFF REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS Request by Mayor Pro Tem Rubio for discussion and consideration: • A discussion about parks and park safety during the summer months when children attend the parks in larger numbers; are unattended at parks while parents work; more safety measures are needed to keep the parks safe. Mayor Pro Tern Rubio expressed concern that it had been brought to her attention that parents are dropping off children and teens at the parks and the Teen Center/Skate Park and are leaving them there unsupervised; suggested that a sign may be put up to inform parents that children are not to be left unsupervised; also noted an increase in the amount of graffiti around the Teen Center; suggested an increase of patrol in the area by theolice department. p p • A discussion and update on the Walbern Development projects. Mayor Pro Tem Rubio asked that a status update be provided on the due diligence process and where they are with the proposed project. Chief Executive Officer Yauchzee provided a brief summary of work and tasks that have been completed, what is currently being pursued and possible alternate proposals for the properties in question; noted that the scope of both projects has changed and, therefore, the DDAs may need to be revised and renegotiated; suggested that a study session could be set so that the developer could provide more details and answer inquiries of Council. Mayor Pro Tem Rubio and Council member Baca both expressed great concern regarding the suggested changes; stated that additional community outreach is needed. Council directed staff to contact the developer to make a presentation at a future meeting. Request by Council member Garcia for discussion and consideration: • As follow up to previously agendized items, Council member Garcia is requesting a regular report from Public Works related to street improvements, and from the Police Department related to public safety. This item is to carry forward to the next regularly scheduled Council meeting since Council member Garcia was not present for discussion. ADJOURNMENT There being no other business to discuss, and all other - s having been - •dressed, a motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Baca, to adjourn11: , meeting at 9:1! •.m. // ATTEST ` r= uel Lozano, Mayor • Alejandr- Avila, City Clerk APPROVED: 912017 Regular Meeting of 7/19/17 Page 11 of 11