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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1983 06 03 CC MIN1983 06 03 CC MIN;¢f4Å© ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK CITY HALL, 14403 EAST PACIFIC AVENUE MONDAY, JUNE 6, 1983 AT 5:00 P.M. The City Council of the City of Baldwin Park met in regular session in the Council Chambers at 5:00 P.M. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: COUNCILMAN IZELL, AGUILAR, KING, McNEILL AND MAYOR WHITE City Manager Webb, ALSO PRESENT: Dir. of Admin. Serv. Hattoway, Dir. of Comm. Serv. Kelly, Dir. of Housing & Economic Dev. Hemer, Police Chief Snowden, Dir. of Human Serv. Lucas, Admin. Assistant Juleff, and City Clerk Gair It was moved and seconded to excuse City Treasurer Montenegro's absence. M/S/C: McNIELL/KING. There were no objections. 00- City Manager Webb presented the proposed FY 1983-84 Budget for the City of Baldwin Park. He explained that this is the second year that the City will be operating under the revised Authority, and Redevelopment Agency. Major adjust- ments are required to balance the budget this year due to the economy. This will result in a short fall of sales tax revenues of over $300,000 and motor vehicle in-tieu subventions of $53,000. City Manager Webb explained the objectives used in pre- paring this year's budget; 1) to provide adequate reserves; 2) to balance the budget without relying on reserves; 3) to make expenditure adjustments without seriously affect- ing service levels; and 4) to avoid layoffs and balance the budget without major fee and/or tax increases. The City's operating budget is $6,704,000, this is 7% less than last year's budget. The consolidated budget for the City, Redevelopment Agency, Housing Authority, Capital Improvement Program and a11 special funds is approximately $17,500,000, a 3% decrease from last year. The budget reflects three adjustments in the revenue program; 1) proposed audits on a number of different taxes including transient occupancy tax, franchise license tax, and business license taxes; 2} a proposed utility cut-patching program to produce additional revenues to the general fund; and 3) a recommended 6% increase in development processing fees. The City Manager explained possible further reductions from the State in subventions to Cities, the proposed expenditure program for Cable TV Franchise, fixed charges and the $48,000 contribution to the Chamber of Commerce. City Manager Webb spoke of the elimination of a code enforce- ment position, senior mechinic positions in the Community Services Division through attrition. City Manager Webb explained a 58% increase in the area of Economic Development Housing Projects, to be fully funded by the Federal Government. He explained the various areas of construction and projects to be included in these develop- ment programs. He also explained the Capital Improvement Program and contingency reserves. 00- ROLL CALL ABSENCE EXCUESED CITY MANAGER PRESENTS PROPOSED BUDGET BUDGET PREPARATION OBJECTIVES EXPLAINED BIB] 37655-U01 1983-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO3794-U03 FO9488-U03 DO9563-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/3/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1983 06 03 CC MIN;¢f4Å©ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK JUNE 6, 1983 PAGE TWO Councilman Aguilar asked for clarification of fixed charges. City Manager Webb explained the only major change in fixed charges is the transfer of retirement funds. Council discussed the high cost of animal care and ambulance service. City Manager Webb explained some of the improvement changes in animal care and control services, which should help keep Baldwin Park's costs down and increase revenue. City Manager Webb stated that Staff is looking into alternatives to reduce the high cost of ambulance services. He also stated that the Council is now willing to allow Cities to choose the services they need. The previous study could be modified and updated and brought back to Council concerning this. ouncilman McNeill asked about the donations the Chamber of Commerce receives for Christmas decorations each year and the support the City also gives. Mayor White said the City contributions are for the installation and repairs of the decorations. In response to Councilman McNeill's concerns. City Manager Webb stated that the reason for the elimination of personnel in the coming year would be due to retirements and attrition. Council discussed their concerns regarding the possibility of a full-time City Clerk position. Some of the concerns discussed were; the need for additional supervision in the City Clerk's Department; an elected vs. appointed position; and a high salary, paid to a full-time elected City Clerk, which might attract individuals wishing to run for the office. Councilman McNeill spoke concerning capital improvements on Maine Avenue and poor water drainage. City Manager Webb said this problem would be resolved when the Maine Avenue street improvements are completed. Councilman King asked for figures that the Chamber of Commerce members are paying so he can compare the Chamber income against the amount of money the City is paying the Chamber. Councilman Aguilar would also like to look at last year's budget concerning fees paid to the Chamber of Commerce. City Manager Webb said that the advisory committee will meet soon and discuss the assessment district budget and refer results to Council. Councilman Aguilar asked for an estimate on how much two more canine dogs would cost, due to an elimination of some police personnel. Councilman King was concerned about the reduction in these police services. He also asked concerning the money it cost to have City employees trans- late Spanish into English. 00- Director of Community Services Kelly provided a presenta- tion on the Community Center building which is deteriorating faster than the City can repair it. He explained the reasons why a new buidling would be necessary. The Director of Housing & Economic Development Hemer gave a report on the three sources of possible relocation plans which are 1) the incubator building; 2) the existing recreation building at Morgan Park and 3) a school facility. COUNCIL DISCUSSION OF BUDGET PRESENTATION ANIMAL CARE AND AMBULANCE SERVICE COSTS CHRISTMAS DECORATION DISCUSSED ATTRITION PROCEDURES DISCUSSED FULL-TIME CITY CLERK POSITION DISCUSSED STORM DRAIN DISCUSSED CHAMBER OF COMMERCE FIGURES DISCUSSED POLICE SERVICES AND BILINGUAL SERVICES DISCUSSED COMMUNITY CENTER STAFF REPORT KELLY STAFF REPORT HEMER BIB] 37655-U01 1983-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO3794-U03 FO9488-U03 DO9563-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/3/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1983 06 03 CC MIN;¢f4Å©ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF FHE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK JUNE 6, 1983 PAGE THREE Fund sources would include a portion of the tax increments generated by the condominium development. Fund sources could possibly come from the West Ramona Blvd. project, or Federal Grants new jobs bill. Community Services Director Kelly stated that relocation of a permanent structure depends on the auditorium application and the type of federal grants available to the City. A recommendation to Council will be submitted later to obtain a consultant to review different alternatives for the relocation of the Community Center building. Council further discussed the land value of the Community Center property and the possibility of a building on Morgan Street. 00- Administrative Assistant Juleff gave a Staff Report on Cable TV and the recommendation to obtain a consultant. She explained the four phases of the project for the Consultant, who will be recommended to Council possibly in July. The estimated $40,000 cost will be reimbursed to the City from applicants and the franchise. CABLE TV STAFF REPORT JULEFF 00- Director of Community Services Kelly explained the type of equipment and the procedures that would be used in the use of the Cut Patching Program. He told of the benefits to the City with this cost effective program and possible revenue to be derived. UTILITY CUT PATCHING PROGRAM In response to Councilman King's inquiry, Mr. Kelly said that the idea for this came from two employees, Jim Dart and Nelson Cerritos. Council congratulated those employees for exploring ways to be more productive. 00- Council complimented Staff on the budget presented and discussed briefly the items of major concern to them in reference to the budget again at a regular meeting and not have another study session prior to that meeting. COUNCIL DISCUSSION The adjourned meeting of the City Council adjourned at MEETING ADJOURNED 7:00 p.m. M/S/C: McNEILL/AGUILAR. There were no objections. 7:00 P.M. r L^^^ L€^ LINDA L. GAHK CITY CLERK BIB] 37655-U01 1983-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO3794-U03 FO9488-U03 DO9563-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 2/3/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06