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BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
OCTOBER 17, 2018, 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 7:03 p.m.
INVOCATION
The invocation was provided by Pastor Anthony.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Lozano.
ROLL CALL
MEMBERS PRESENT:
Council Member Cruz Baca
Council Member Monica Garcia (arrived at 7:07 pm)
Council Member Susan Rubio
Mayor Pro Tem Ricardo Pacheco
Mayor Manuel Lozano
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Lozano reported out of Closed Session that no reportable action was taken.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Member Baca requested the meeting be adjourned on behalf of Albert Ambriz
Jr., son of Council Member Albert Amriz for the City of Irwindale and in memory of
Pastor Anthony's son.
Mayor Lozano acknowledged Congresswoman Grace Napolitano, Candidate for Judge
Cyndi Michelle and thanked them for their attendance.
Council Member Rubio reminded the community of the upcoming events including the
62nd anniversary parade, the day of the dead, and the Trick or Treat event hosted by the
Police Department.
PROCLAMATIONS COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
• Introduction of new staff, Community Development Director Benjamin Martinez
and City Planner Ron Garcia
Mayor Lozano introduced the newly appointed Community Development Director
Benjamin Martinez to the City of Baldwin Park.
Council Member Baca welcomed Benjamin Martinez on board and stated she looked
forward in collaborating on Measure H.
Mayor Lozano also introduced the newly appointed City Planner Benjamin Martinez to
the City of Baldwin Park.
Council Member Rubio welcomed Ron's family to the City.
Ron Garcia stated he looked forward to working with the residents, employees and
Council Members to strengthen the values of Baldwin Park.
Benjamin Garcia thanked the City Council for their selection and pledged to move the
City forward.
Council Member Baca stated she looked forward to working with Ron Garcia as well.
Council Member Rubio welcomed Marley and congratulated her on her appointment to
the youngest president of the student council.
Marley thanked everyone.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:19 p.m. and noted that each
speaker is permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak.
Steve Chan from Grown Folks provided an update to the City Council of his new
address and invited them to their grand opening.
Sydne Jane Michelle candidate running for Judge commented on her qualifications.
Alfred Colleta candidate running for judicial office also spoke on his qualifications.
Chase Fidler Engineering Assistant for the Public Works division invited the City Council
and residents to attend a community meeting relating to the SSARP updates on
collision analysis study to engage the community an obtain feedback.
Daniel Lovanos city ambassador for One Legacy invited the Mayor and City Council
Members to an exclusive first look of the Annual Rose Parade Float on December 12 to
meet donors and members of One Legacy.
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Council Member Rubio inquired whether they were accepting applications for volunteers
who wished to assist in the decoration of the float.
Daniel Lovanos provided detailed information for those who were interested in
voulunteering.
Council Members thanked them for all they do.
Resident of Baldwin Park and recipient of a transplant requested the Mayor and City
Council's presence at the sneak peek event.
Mr. Luna commented on an article published in the paper and requested the matter be
investigated further.
Veronica Lopez representative of Congresswomen Blaca Rubio invited the City Council
and members of the community to attend an informational hearing of domestic violence
on Friday October 26, in the City of Duarte.
Irene Bobedilla General Manager of Think Together Afterschool Program invited all to
attend the Lights on After School event.
Thomas Carrey commented on domestic abuse from women towards men.
Margaret Lopez and Hide Gonzalez invited the members of the community and the City
Council to attend the Day of the Dead event.
Christina Cardenas with Evan Brooks Associates updated the community, staff and
Council Members of upcoming events related to the commuter connector express line.
Valerie Munoz requested Council's support in nominating her to the Water Quality
Authority (WQA) Board Member Representing Cities without Pumping Rights.
Mayor Lozano requested Mark step to the podium and provide details on Puente Street.
Mark requested additional patrol and a solution to control speeding on the intersection
of Puente and Mulberry Street. Mark additionally thanked staff for their efforts.
Seeing no others wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 7:55 p.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR
All items listed under the consent calendar are considered to be routine business by the
City Council and were approved with one motion.
Council pulled Item No. 8 from Consent Calendar for further discussion.
MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Council Member Baca to approve the
remainder of the Consent Calendar. Motion carried by the following vote:
ROLL CALL:
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AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, and Rubio
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS
The City Council ratifed the attached Warrants and Demands Register.
2. TREASURER'S REPORT—AUGUST 2018
The Council received and file the Treasurer's Report.
3. APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
The City Council received and filed:
A. Meeting Minutes of the Special and Regular City Council Meetings held on
October 3, 2018.
4. RATIFICATION OF AN EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH RON GARCIA, CITY
PLANNER
The City Council ratifed the employment agreement with Ronald R. Garcia, Jr. for
employment as the City Planner, and authorized its execution by the Mayor.
5. APPROVAL OF EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT WITH BENJAMIN MARTINEZ
FOR THE POSITION OF COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
The City Council approve the agreement with Benjamin Martinez for the position of
Community Development Director (CDD) and directed the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute it.
6. APPROVE THE INCLUSION OF A SEVEN STEP SALARY RANGE FOR THE
HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST I, AND ADOPT AND RATIFY THE
RESOLUTION UPDATING THE SALARY ADJUSTMENTS TO THE
COMPREHENSIVE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK PAY SCHEDULE IN
ACCORDANCE WITH CALPERS GUIDELINES
The Council approved, ratified and adopted:
Resolution No. 2018-296 to approve the Comprehensive City of Baldwin Park
Pay Schedule incorporating the salary adjustments of the Human Resources
Analyst I position, effective October 17, 2018; and
Authorized the Finance Director to complete the budget amendments and
appropriations and make any necessary adjustments.
7. Nomination for Water Quality Authority (WQA) Board Member Representing
Cities without Pumping Rights
The City Council:
Nominated and supported Valerie Munoz; and Adopted Resolution No. 2018-297
confirming the nomination.
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8. Approval of Resolution Entitled, "A Resolution of the CityCouncil of the City
of Baldwin Park, County of Los Angeles, State of California, Approving the
Submission of a Declaration of a Shelter Crisis Pursuant to SB 850 (Chapter
48, Statutes of 2018 and Government Code § 8698.2) to the Los Angeles
Continuum of Care" (Pulled from Consent Calendar for Separate Consideration)
Council Member Baca commented on the efforts of Baldwin Park in taking the initiative
to combat homelessness and requested Yuriko provide an overview of the item.
Yuriko Ruizesparza, Recreation Program Supervisor thanked the City Council and staff
for their assistance and provided an overview of the process stating the first step had
commenced via an RFP process and would further advance in the next few years.
Council Member Rubio thanked staff for their hard work and Council Member Garcia
inquired the estimated time of completion.
Yuriko stated the expected implementation date was 18 months.
Council Member Garcia requested additional information be provided via a staff
meeting.
MOTION: It was moved by Council Member Garcia, seconded by Council Member Garcia to:
1. Approve the Resolution No. 2018-298 entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council
of the City of Baldwin Park, County of Los Angeles, State of California,
Approving the Submission of a Declaration of a Shelter Crisis Pursuant to SB
850 (Chapter 48, Statutes of 2018 and Government Code § 8698.2) to the Los
Angeles Continuum of Care"; and
2. Authorize the Director of Recreation and Community Services to sign all
necessary documents and agreements related to the submission of the
Declaration of a Shelter Crisis to the Los Angeles Continuum of Care to further
address the homelessness crisis; and
3. Authorize staff to collaborate with the Tri-City Cohort Partnership with Cities of
El Monte and South El Monte for homeless plans implementation and submit a
grant in accordance with the Los Angeles County Homeless Initiative and the
Home for Good guidelines; and
4. Authorize Staff to individually submit a grant in accordance with the Los
Angeles County Homeless Initiative and the Home for Good guidelines.
Motion carried by the following vote:
ROLL CALL:
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, and Rubio
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
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9. Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Evan Brooks and
Associates to Manage Bus Planning and Coordination Services for the
Commuter Connector Express Line Transit Expansion
The City Council:
1. Authorized the Mayor to amend the existing professional services agreement
with Evan Brooks Associates (EBA) for services related to Bus Planning and
Coordination Services for the Commuter Connector Express Line Project not-to
exceed $25,610; and
2. Authorized the Finance Director to appropriate $25,610 from Fund 270 (Grants
Fund) for the amendment to the Professional Services Agreement.
PUBLIC HEARING
10. A Joint Public Hearing by the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park and the
Board of Directors of the Municipal Financing Authority and Approval of
Resolution No. 2018-299, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of
Baldwin Park Approving Proceeds to Finance Rail Crossing Safety
Improvements at the Pacific, Merced and Foster Avenue and McDevitt Street
Crossings from Measure M Revenue Bonds to be Issued by the Baldwin Park
Municipal Financing Authority, Approving the Form and Authorizing the
Distribution of a Preliminary Official Statement and Approving Related
Actions"
Chief Executive Officer Shannon Yauchzee provided an overview of the item.
The Mayor opened the public hearing at 8:13 pm.
Beatriz spoke in favor of Measure M.
Kevin Rooney commented on sewer issues near Foster School.
Seeing no further speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing at 8:17 pm.
MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Council Member Baca to:
1. Hold a Joint Public Hearing and after considering testimony, approve Resolution
No. 2018-299 approving proceedings to finance rail crossings safety improvements,
approving the form and authorizing execution of an Installment Sale Agreement and
a Bond Purchase Agreement and approving the form and authorizing distribution of
a Preliminary Official Statement and approving related actions for the issuance of
the Measure M Revenue Bonds by the Baldwin Park Municipal Financing Authority
(Authority) in an amount not to exceed $7.2 million; and
2. Authorize execution of contracts with Harrell & Company Advisors, LLC, financial
advisor and Quint & Thimmig LLP, bond counsel and disclosure counsel, and
accept proposal to underwrite the bonds from Ramirez & Co., Inc.
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A motion was made by Lozano, seconded by Garcia, and carried (5 — 0) to approve
and award the contract to Lucas Builders, Inc., in the amount of $59,000, and
authorize the Mayor to execute the contract.
Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, and Rubio
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
ABSTAIN: None
CITY COUNCIL ACTING AS SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE DISSOLVED
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
CONSENT CALENDAR
All items listed under the consent calendar are considered to be routine business by the
City Council and were approved with one motion.
MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Council Member Baca to
approve the Consent Calendar. Motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Baca, Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, and Rubio
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
SA-1 Successor Agency to the Dissolved Community Development Commission
of the City of Baldwin Park Treasurer's Report—August 2018
The City Council received and filed the Treasurer's Report.
CITY COUNCIL / CITY CLERK/ CITY TREASURER/ STAFF REQUESTS &
COMMUNICATIONS
Request by Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco
• Mayor Pro Tem Ricardo Pacheco would like discussion and direction to staff to
draft a letter to State representatives for the Mayor and Council's signatures, expressing
displeasure in the delays in the construction of the Interstate 10 near Puente. The
delays are harming businesses in our already disadvantaged community. Furthermore
Caltrans has not been responsive in quickly solving the right of way and landscape
problems at this location.
Mayor Pro Tem Pacheco commented on the delayed completion of projects affecting
the City of Baldwin Park along the 1-10 highway, defacing of public property during
construction, and lack of care and cleanliness by Caltrans in their landscaping. Mayor
Pro Tem Pacheco requested staff contact Caltrans to express the City's dissatisfaction.
Council Member Baca agreed with Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco's comments and inquired
whether the City may request completion deadlines stipulated in the contract to ensure
the contractors have fulfilled their duties.
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Public Works Director Sam Gutierrez confirmed deadlines are outlined in the contract
and agreed Caltrans far exceeded the estimated completion date by a couple of years.
The City Council requested staff send letters to the state representatives to ensure the
contractors are held accountable and stress the impact it is making on business owners
and their revenue.
Council Member Garcia echoed Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco's comment and added the
issue was an environmental justice matter.
Request by CEO Shannon Yauchzee:
• CEO Shannon Yauchzee would like to request direction from the City Council to
cancel the November 7, 2018 meeting due to the election and cancel the November 21,
2018 meeting due to the Thanksgiving Holiday, and in their place hold a special meeting
on Wednesday November 14, 2018 at 5:30 pm and 7:00 pm.
The Mayor and City Council agreed to cancel the regular City Council meeting of
November 7th meeting hold a special meeting on November 14th
ADJOURNMENT
There being no other business to discuss, and all other matters having been addressed,
a motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Council Member Garcia, to adjourn
the meeting at 8:31 p.m.
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