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Home My WebLink About2019 08 07 CC MIN MINUTES BALDWIN PARK CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING August 7, 2019, 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 7:10 p.m. INVOCATION The invocation was provided by Council Member Pacheco. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Lozano. ROLL CALL MEMBERS PRESENT: Council Member Alejandra Avila Council Member Paul C. Hernandez Council Member Ricardo Pacheco Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia Mayor Manuel Lozano REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Robert N. Tafoya announced that the City Council unanimously agreed to settle the Augero v. City of Baldwin Park case for $25,000 to the plaintiff and the said settlement had been executed and finalized. ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Lozano gave his condolence to for the recent mass shooting victims and their families and requested to adjourn the City Council Meeting in memory of author Tony Morson, African American writer who was denied the right to be recognized and mentored a lot of African American writers; and also in memory of his aunt, Ms. Lozano Lopez. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS • None Listed PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Lozano opened Public Communications at 7:13 p.m. and noted that each speaker was permitted a total of three (3) minutes to speak. Christina Larios, Library Manager, reminded attendees that the Library offered afterschool homework assistance. Judy Sakey, Donna Camou, Linda Oreteza, Jorge Pena, Julia Patron, Patricia, Jose Mendoza, Frank Ebbiner, and Carol Davy spoke in opposition to the proposed Planned Parenthood clinic opening within the City and expressed concerns on abortion. Mr. Luna made comments regarding the interpreter's translation services, expressed concerns pertaining to cannabis businesses, tax breaks, and assessments, and spoke on the City Attorney's responsibilities. Mr. Rios requested Council Member Avila provide translation services. Mr. Rios expressed concerns with the smell of cannabis in the air, commented on the early closure of the Morgan Park Center facility that has been designated as a cooling off center, spoke on a previous request sent to Public Works staff concerning bulky item pick-up that had not yet been addressed on Bess street, touched on the preferred parking by Mayor Lozano's home, and stated staff was very responsive under the current Interim Chief of Police's supervision. Javier Vargas thanked the City Council and the Police Department for the National Night Out and Concerts at the Park events and alerted the public to empty their pools and fountains due to the West Nile virus. Mayor Lozano closed public communications at 7:54 p.m. Mayor Lozano commented on the approach they have taken in regards to Planned Parenthood and the interest they have in converting that location into affordable housing. The Mayor expressed concerns with eminent domain and requested legal counsel provide further clarification on eminent domain. City Attorney Tafoya explained that if the City evoked eminent domain, the City would have to purchase the land, and the current laws in California relating to eminent domain prohibit cities from purchasing property to offer to developer of their choice and would require extensive work. Further, Mr. Tafoya replied that if there was a need for moderate to low income housing an exception would apply. Council Member Avila agreed on the potential to build low to moderate income housing. Council Member Pacheco commented on Planned Parenthood's negative connotations and agreed with Council Member Avila's desire to see that site as an affordable housing development project. Regular Meeting of 08/7/19 Page 2 of 5 Council Member Hernandez thanked and recognized the Recreation Department for a fantastic Pride of the Valley 5K Race event; thanked the Police Department and the Baldwin Park School District for the National Night Out event; thanked Mark Ramos for all the work he does to ensure all cannabis businesses provide fair wages; and announced the current revenue collected from cannabis businesses. CONSENT CALENDAR All items listed under the consent calendar are considered to be routine business by the Council Members and were approved with one motion. City Council Members pulled Item No. 5 from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration due to a conflict of interest. MOTION: It was moved by Council Member Pacheco, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Garcia to approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of Item No. 5. Motion carried by unanimous consent. 1. Warrants and Demands The City Council ratified the attached Warrants and Demands Register. 2. Meeting Minutes The City Council received and filed the following Meeting Minutes: A. Meeting Minutes of the Special City Council Meetings held on July 17, 2019. B. Meeting Minutes of the Regular City Council Meetings held on July 17, 2019. 3. Adoption of Resolution No. 2019-037 "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Adopting the Recertification of the 2019 Title VI Program" The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2019-037 entitled "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, Adopting the Recertification of the 2019 Title VI Program". 4. Adopt Resolution No's. 2019-039, 2019-040, and 2019-041 entitled, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, approving the application for grant funds for the Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program Grant Funds" (Proposition 68) for the Big Dalton Walsh Trails Park Project, Esther Snyder Community Center Expansion, and the Barnes Park Dog Park. The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2019-039, Resolution No. 2019-040 and Resolution No. 2019-041 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FOR THE STATEWIDE PARK DEVELOPMENT AND COMMUNITY REVITALIZATION PROGRAM FUNDS" (Proposition 68), for the Big Dalton Walsh Trails Park Project, Esther Snyder Community Center Expansion, and Barnes Park Dog Park and authorize the Director of Recreation and Community Services to execute any further documents. Regular Meeting of 08/7/19 Page 3 of 5 5. Adopt Resolution No. 2019-042, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, establishing a Preferential Parking Zone on the 14000 through 14100 blocks of Ohio Street" (Pulled for Separate Consideration) Mayor Lozano recused himself from this item at 8:05 pm. Motion: It was moved by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia, seconded by Council Member Pacheco to adopt Resolution No. 2019-042, "A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Baldwin Park, California, establishing a Preferential Parking Zone on the 14000 through 14100 blocks of Ohio Street". Motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Council Members Avila, Garcia, Hernandez, Lozano, and Pacheco NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Lozano ABSTAIN: None Mayor Lozano resumed to the City Council meeting at 8:07 pm. REPORTS OF OFFICERS 6. Ratify and Adopt an Urgent Resolution to Approve the Appointment of a Retired Annuitant for a Critical Vacant Housing Manager Position and Certify that the 180-Day Wait Period be Waived Under Section 7522.56 of the California Code of Regulations MOTION: It was moved by Council Member Pacheco, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Garcia to approve, ratify and adopt Resolution No. 2019-038 to authorize the Appointment of an Interim Housing Manager and waive the 180-Day wait period, and authorize the Chief Executive Officer to execute the Agreement and any Personnel Action Forms related to the appointment; and authorized the Finance Director to complete the budget amendments and appropriations and make any necessary adjustments. Motion carried by unanimous consent. 7. Review of Commission Applicants and Consideration of Appointments/Reappointments to Fill the Scheduled Vacancies for the Housing, Planning and Recreation Commissions MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Council Member Hernandez to table this item to the next City Council Meeting. Motion carried by unanimous consent. Mayor Pro Tem Garcia left the Dias at 8:14 pm. Regular Meeting of 08/7/19 Page 4 of 5 CITY COUNCIL / CITY CLERK / CITY TREASURER / STAFF REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS None Listed Council Member Avila requested an update on the recent meeting staff held with Hollywood Housing. Benjamin Martinez, Director of Community Development stated staff had a productive meeting where future projects were discussed concerning a variety of programs offered by this organization and such options would be presented to the City Council in a study session for further consideration. Council Member Pacheco requested staff look at other developers; thanked the Police Department for a fantastic National Night Out event; thanked the department of Recreation for a wonderful job with the weekly street fair, and thanked all speakers for voicing their concerns. Council Member Avila also thanked the Police Department for a wonderful National Night Out event; thanked Senator Rubio for presenting certificates; and thanked Assembly Member Rubio for her support. 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 Hernandez, to adjourn the meeting at 8:14 p.m. May:r: ATTEST: 4 Manuel Lozano, Mayor fI Jean Mi ala, Cia-rk APPROVED: Sep/tor/6-e, 14 nv,? Regular Meeting of 08/7/19 Page 5 of 5