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Home My WebLink About2018 12 04 CC MIN SM MINUTES BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL MEETING DECEMBER 4, 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 7:25 p.m. • INVOCATION The invocation was provided by Pastor Flowers. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was sung by Carla Pacheco. ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Council Member Monica Garcia Council Member Susan Rubio Mayor Pro Tern Ricardo Pacheco Mayor Manuel Lozano MEMBERS ABSENT: Council Member Cruz Baca MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Pacheco to excuse Council Member Baca's absence. Motion was approved by unanimous consent. Mayor Lozano congratulated Susan Rubio for her election as senator and stated she and her sister were currently making history as the first two sisters to be elected. Assembly Member Blanca Rubio thanked the community for re-electing her as the city's assemblywoman and for honoring the family by election Susan Rubio to State Senator.Assembly Member Rubio stated it was the first time in history two sisters from Baldwin Park would serve as democrats in the state's legislature. Mayor Lozano recognized all the dignitaries present and thanked all the attendees. NEW BUSINESS 1. Approve a Resolution Certifying the Results of the General Municipal Election Held on Tuesday, November 6, 2018 MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Pacheco, to adopt Resolution No. 2018-304 entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD NOVEMBER 6, 2018, AND DECLARING THE RESULTS THEREOF, AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS PROVIDED BY LAW. Motion carried by the following roll call vote: Roll Call: AYES: Garcia, Lozano, Pacheco, Rubio NOES: None ABSENT: Baca ABSTAIN: None A. Ceremonial Administration of Oath of Office for Valley County Water District Board of Directors • Board Member Lanet I. Pacheco — Mayor Lozano administered the oath of office to Board Member Pacheco. Board Member Pacheco was joined by her family. She thanked the voters of Baldwin Park, her in-laws for their support, her mother, children, husband and the Mayor for including her in this celebration. B. Administration of Oaths of Office and Presentation of Certificates of Election to Re- Elect Officials As Follows: • Mayor, Manuel Lozano— Longtime family friend Felipe Plascencia, Esq. administered the oath of office to Mayor Lozano. Mayor Lozano was joined by family and friends. Mayor Lozano provided an overview of his first electoral process during his college years and stated he was proud to be re-elected for the tenth time, making history as the longest standing Mayor. Mayor Lozano acknowledged his comadre and thanked all his family and friends for their support. Attorney Felipe Plascencia stated he felt honored to conduct the oath of office to his longtime family friend, best man and compadre of his children. Mayor Lozano provided an overview of his upbringing and his first experience with the Baldwin Park Police Department, his service as Mayor for the past 20 years, recognized all staff; recognized Council Member Pacheco for his service and all elected officials stating they would work together. Mayor Lozano thanked the Baca family as well. • City Treasurer, Maria Antonieta "Marie" Contreras — City Treasurer Contreras' husband and Vice President Alfonso "Al" Contreras (USGVMWD) administered the oath of office to City Treasurer Contreras. City Treasurer was joined by her husband and thanked all the voters despite running unopposed and thanked her husband for assisting her in becoming a citizen. C. Administration of Oaths of Office and Presentation of Certificates of Election to Elect Officials As Follows: Regular Meeting of 12/4/18 Page 2 of 4 • Councilmember, Alejandra Avila — Senator Susan Rubio administered the oath of office to Councilmember Avila. Councilmember Avila was joined by her family and provided an overview of her upbringing and career in Baldwin Park. Council Member Avila thanked Dr. Mendoza and Board Member Santos for his attendance; thanked her family, Cruz Baca, Danny Damian and Maria Davalos; thanked her mom for her support, thanked the community of Baldwin Park; and thanked the Baldwin Park employees. • Councilmember, Paul C. Hernandez — Judge Miguel T. Espinoza administered the oath of office to Councilmember Paul C. Hernandez Councilmember Hernandez was joined by his family. Councilmember Hernandez thanked State Senator Susan Rubio and Councilmember Cruz Baca for their service and thanked Judge Miguel T. Espinoza for his mentorship and their relationship and his supporters. Mr. Hernandez stated he looked forward to working with this new Council and thanked the Valley County Water District for their support; thanked all the guests, city staff, commissioners, and residents. Council Member Hernandez stated he looked forward to connecting with the community and calling then family. • City Clerk, Jean M. Ayala —Administered by Mayor Manuel Lozano City Clerk Ayala was joined by her family. Ms. Ayala thanked the voters for their vote and for their support, the community, her angels in heaven, Walnut Elementary, neighbors, St. John's community, close family and friends; Mayor Lozano and the Lozano family. City Clerk Ayala stated she looked forward in continuing to provide the quality of services the outgoing City Clerk has provided with transparency and honesty. D. Comments By Elected Officials • City Clerk, Jean M. Ayala • City Treasurer, Maria Antonieta "Marie" Contreras • Councilmember, Alejandra Avila • Councilmember, Paul C. Hernandez • Mayor, Manuel Lozano All comments were made immediately after conducting the oath of office. 2. Reorganization of the City Council - Selection of Mayor Pro Tempore MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Pacheco, to nominate Council Member Garcia to Mayor Pro Tem. Motion carried by unanimous consent. Mayor Pro Tern Garcia congratulated the Mayor in his re-election and welcomed Council Member Paul C. Hernandez and Council Member Avila and stated she looked forward to the new chapter. Additionally, Mayor Pro Tem acknowledge Blanca and Susan Rubio, City Clerk Jean Ayala and City Treasurer Maree Contreras. Regular Meeting of 12/4/18 Page 3 of 4 ANNOUNCEMENTS No announcements were provided. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS • Plaque for Outgoing Members of the City Council, Cruz Baca and Susan Rubio The City Council provided Senator Susan Rubio with a plaque and thanked her for all her years of service. Senator Susan Rubio thanked the community for their support; thanked the staff of Baldwin Park for all their work and her colleagues for making her the leader she is today. • Plaque for Outgoing City Clerk, Alejandra Avila The City Council presented outgoing City Clerk Avila with a plaque for her service. Councilmember Avila thanked Senator Susan Rubio for her support to run for City Clerk and City Council; and thanked Chief Deputy City Clerk for overseeing the election process. Mayor Lozano paid tribute to Council Member Baca for her service although she was not present. • Gavel Plaque for Outgoing Mayor Pro Tern, Ricardo Pacheco The City Council provided outgoing Mayor Pro Tem Pacheco with a gavel plaque. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 8:51 p.m. and noted that each speaker is permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak. Seeing no individuals wishing to speak, Public Communications closed at 8:51 p.m. ADJOURNMENT There being no other business to discuss, and all other matters having been addressed, a motion was made by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Garcia, to adjourn the meeting at 8:55 p.m. Ma rrr 11 �� ATTEST: IIS Nig i Manuel ozano, Mayor Jean 1Aya, 11 lerk APPROVED: Jel,war/ lii aO/y Regular Meeting of 12/4/18 Page 4 of 4