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HomeMy WebLinkAbout1988 01 20 CC MIN1988 01 20 CC MIN;¢f4Ã2REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, 14403 EAST PACIFIC AVENUE, JANUARY 20, 1988 AT 7:00 P.M COUNCIL OF CITY HALL/ WEDNESDAY, The City Council of the City of Baldwin Park met in regular session in the Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. i The Invocation was given by Councilman Izell. The Flag Salute was led by Pam Schnabel. INVOCATION FLAG SALUTE ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBER GIBSON, IZELL J. MCNEILL, WHITE AND MAYOR KING ROLL CALL City Manager Webb, ALSO PRESENT: City Attorney Flandrick, Dir. Admin. Services Yelton, Dir. of Conun. Services Smith, Dir. of Housing & Economic Development Hemer/ Chief of Police Hoskin, City Planner Rangel, City Treasurer Montenegro, and City Clerk Gair 00- Chief of Police Hoskin introduced Police Officer Randy OATH OF Bundschuh and gave a brief description of his back- OFFICE ground and qualifications. City clerk administered the Oath of Office to Officer Bundschuh. 00- City Clerk Gair presented the Consent Calendar: CONSENT CALENDAR 1. 2. Approval of Certificate of Posting for January 20, 1988 Waive Further Reading and Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 88-5 ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK Receive and File Treasurer's Report December 31, 1987 6 and Adopt Waive Further Reading ORDINANCE NO. 978 Second Reading) APPROVING A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM R-3, TO R-3 PD) ON APPROXIMATELY 1.58 ACRES. APPLICANT: SINONCAN INC., CASE NO. Z-474; LOCATION: 13809 LOS ANGELES STREET). Deny Claims against the City Randy Garcia Mary Hall Pam Alice Schnabel Gladys Ward Waive Further Reading and Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 88-6 AUTHORIZING ACCESS TO STATE SUMMARY CRIMINAL HISTORY INFORMATION FOR CERTAIN LIMITED PURPOSES BIB] 37652-U01 1988-U02 01-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO3794-U03 FO9354-U03 DO9389-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 1/30/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1988 01 20 CC MIN;¢f4Ã2REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK JANUARY 20, 1988 PAGE TWO 7. Approving Budget Amendment Regional Marketing Study San Gabriel Valley 8. Waive Further Reading and Adopt RESOLUTION NO. 88-7 ORDERING THE CANVASS OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE 12TH DAY OF APRIL, 1988, TO BE MADE BY THE CITY CLERK OF THE CITY BALDWIN PARK 9. Award of Contract Bus Shelter Installation Project/CIP 253 Sully Miller Contracting Co It was moved and seconded to approve the Consent Calendar as presented. M/S/C: WHITE/MCNEILL. There were no objections. 00- PUBLIC HEARINGS CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVED City Planner Rangel introduced the Public Hearing on AZC-118, A City initiated request to amend the FC, 01, and 1C zones Chapters 17.21, 17.23, and 17.25 respectively of the City Code) by only allowing freeway oriented signage in conjunction with retail commercial uses". City Planner Rangel explained that Council had previously approved the creation of three new zone classifications FC, 01 & 1C) within the Sierra Vista Redevelopment Project Area, along with certain standards regulating types of uses and the physical development of property. The sign standards that were adopted did not intend to provide for freeway noncommercial signs. Staff believes that freeway signage should continue to be permitted in these zones, but only in conjunction with commercial uses. He outlined the problems that could arise by not limiting freeway signage. The propsed changes to the zoning code will enhance the existing regulations, and will help implement the goals and policies of the Sierra Vista Redevelopment Plan and the General Plan. Mayor King declared the Public Hearing open and invited those wishing to speak on AZC-118 to come forward. There were none. Mayor King declared the Public Hearing closed. It was moved and seconded to approve Ordinance No. 979, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING A ZONING CODE AMENDMENT TO CHAPTERS 17.21, 17.23 AND 17.25 APPLICANT: CITY OF BALDWIN PARK; CASE NO. AZC-118)". M/S: WHITE/IZELL. ROLL CALL VOTE: WHITE, IZELL, GIBSON, MCNEILL, MAYOR KING AYES: NOES: NONE ABSENT: NONE PUBLIC HEARING INTRODUCED ON AZC-118 STAFF REPORT AZC-118 RANGEL PUBLIC HEARING OPEN NONE CLOSED ORDINANCE NO. 979 ROLL CALL VOTE ORDINANCE NO. 979 APPROVED BIB] 37652-U01 1988-U02 01-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO3794-U03 FO9354-U03 DO9389-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 1/30/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1988 01 20 CC MIN;¢f4Ã2REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK JANUARY 20, 1988 PAGE THREE City Planner Rangel introduced the Public Hearing on, A City initiated request to amend Chapter 15.24 of the Municipal Code prohibiting move-on buildings". City Planner Rangel explained that the amendment to Chapter 15.24 of the Municipal Code would continue to provide for buildings moved from one city to another over streets in Baldwin Park and for build- ings moved from Baldwin Park into other cities. The Staff recommendation is that the City not permit buildings to be moved from within the City or other cities into Baldwin Park. Mayor King declared the Public Hearing open on prohibiting move-on buildings in the City and invited those wishing to speak to come forward. Those speaking in opposition to prohibiting move- on buildings in the City because the building codes and inspections would insure that the move- ons were up to specific requirements, would provide homes for a reasonable rent, would provide rent homes for low income persons, and because some of the older homes that are considered for moving are better built than the more modern homes, and because the proposed ordinance is discriminatory were: John Rumney, 14920 Central Street. Frank Ramirez, 4924 Wimmer Street. Newton Seay, 5007 Heintz Street. Herschel Keyser, 13645 Rexwood Street. Those speaking in favor of prohibiting move-ons in the City were: None. Mayor King declared the Public Hearing closed. Mayor King stated that he still had some questions regarding the prohibiting of move-ons and he asked if this item could possibly be held over for the next meeting. Council discussed holding the item over and most felt that the people were here for a decision. Councilmen White and Gibson expressed their support for the decision of the Planning Commission and Councilworaan McNeill expressed her concern that the houses that are moved into the City are condemned houses and the City becomes a dumping ground. Councilman Izell commented that the ordinance can be changed at a later date if staff should come up with a better system for move-ons* Council agreed that the issue should be decided tonight. It was moved and seconded to approve Ordinance No. 966, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING CHAPTER 15.24 OF THE BALD- WIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO HOUSE MOVING". M/S/: MCNEILL/IZELL. PUBLIC HEARING INTRODUCED PROHIBIT MOVE-ONS STAFF REPORT RANGEL PUBLIC HEARING OPEN SPEAKING IN OPPOSITION RUMNEY RAMIREZ SEAY KEYSER SPEAKING IN FAVOR NONE CLOSED COUNCIL DISCUSSION ORDINANCE NO. 966 BIB] 37652-U01 1988-U02 01-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO3794-U03 FO9354-U03 DO9389-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 1/30/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1988 01 20 CC MIN;¢f4Ã2REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK JANUARY 20, 1988 PAGE FOUR ROLL CALL VOTE: AYES: MCNEILL, IZELL AND MAYOR KING NOES: GIBSON, WHITE ABSENT: NONE ROLL CALL VOTE ORDINANCE NO. 966 APPROVED 00- REPORTS OF OFFICERS, COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES Director of Community Services Smith explained the franchise agreement that the Council had awarded to United Cable television on June 18, 1986 and the schedules that were included in that contract* Delays in preparation of base maps and delays due to GTE processing have caused United to make another request for an extension of their completion date. United representatives have agreed to provide certain enhancements, which were outlined in the staff report, to the cable system and United*s agree- ment with the City in exchange for the requested extension of time. It was moved and seconded that the completion date in the CATV franchise agreement with United Cable be extended to August 1, 1988 with the provision that United will enhance the cable system and its agreement with the City as described in the staff report of January 20, 1988, Items No. 1-8. M/S: IZELL/WHITE. Councilman Gibson quoted some financial figures that he had worked out relating to different fees and the loss of those fees due to the delay in completing construction by United. He suggested that something more be done for the citizens of Baldwin Park for the delay. Councilman Gibson made a motion to amend the previous motion and add Item No. 9 by adding the phrase that the basic service be provided to the City of Baldwin Park by receiving the first month of service without charge. Mayor King stated that he would second the motion for the sake of discussion. Bill Cullen, President of United Cable, responded to some of the concerns expressed by Councilman Gibson and explained that United cannot afford to offer the first month free, but that they do intend to offer incentives such as one-half off of the installation fee. ROLL CALL VOTE ON AMENDMENT): STAFF REPORT REQUEST FOR EX- TENSION UNITED CABLE SMITH MOTION FOR AN EXTENSION COUNCIL COMMENTS MOTION TO AMEND ORIGINAL MOTION ROLL CALL VOTE AYES: NOES: GIBSON I2ELL, WHITE AND MAYOR KING ABSTAIN:MCNEILL ABSENT: NONE AMENDMENT TO MOTION FAILS It was moved and seconded that the completion date in the CATV franchise agreement with United Cable be extended to August 1, 1988 with the provision that United will enhance the cable system and its agreement with the City as described in the staff ORIGINAL MOTION FOR AN EXTENSION APPROVED BIB] 37652-U01 1988-U02 01-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO3794-U03 FO9354-U03 DO9389-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 1/30/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1988 01 20 CC MIN;¢f4Ã2REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK JANUARY 20, 1988 PAGE FIVE report of January 20, 1988, Items No. 1-8. M/S/C: IZELL/WHITE. There were no objections Director of Community Services Smith introduced Clay Brown, President of Ralph Andersen and Associates, to make a presentation regarding the study done regarding Code Enforcement. Mr. Brown explained that the present approach toward code enforcement is not fully effective and that there is a different perception of the goals and objec- tives, depending on where you are, and that there is no formal policy or procedures, no performance standards and there is poor communications relat- ing to priorities. He outlined the more signifi- cant recommendations of the report as outlined in the staff report. Council discussed the concerns that they have regarding the report and the cost involved in creating a new position to oversee code enforcement They discussed the possibility of more training for code enforcement, making laws that have more teeth in them for better enforcement of the many viola- tions they have observed in the City, and the need for better public relations in the community with code enforcement. It was moved and seconded that the Council receive the, Study of Code Enforcement Program," report by Ralph Andersen and Associates, authorize staff to proceed with implementing the recommendations con- tained in the report and approve a budget amendment M/S/C: GIBSON/IZELL. There were no objections. Director of Community Services Smith explained that an engineering consultant is being recommended for the project at Big Dalton Avenue & Pacific Avenue to Merced Avenue for rehabilitation and reconstruction. Two proposals were received and reviewed by staff and staff is recommending that Don Greek and Associ- ates be awarded the contract. It was moved and seconded that the Council authorize the execution of an agreement with Don Greek and Asso- ciates for $32,200 for engineering services relating to the Big Dalton Avenue Improvement Project CIP 256). M/S/C: MCNEILL/GIBSON. There were no objec- tions. City Clerk Gair explained that a vacancy has occured on the Housing Commission since the recent appoint- ments. Nicolas Barone meets the requirements as a tenant of Section 8 housing and is recommended to hold the open position. It was moved and seconded to approve Resolution No. 88-8, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPOINTING MEMBERS TO THE HOUSING COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK". M/S/C: GIBSON/WHITE* There were no objections. 00- CODE EN- FORCEMENT STUDY REPORT COUNCIL DISCUSSION RECEIVE REPORT, IMPLEMENT PROCEDURES & BUDGET AMENDMENT APPROVED. STAFF REPORT CIP-256 SMITH ENGINEER- ING CONSULTANT APPROVED HOUSING COMMISSION VACANY RESOLUTION NO. 88-8 NEW BUSINESS Council discussed the improvements that have been made at the Senior Citizens Center in the past few months. They expressed their concern over the crowded condi- tions that exist at the center and the poor access and the lack of parking. Councilman Izell requested that plans be drawn for an 800 foot expansion to the center. SENIOR CITIZENS CENTER EXPANSION BIB] 37652-U01 1988-U02 01-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO3794-U03 FO9354-U03 DO9389-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 1/30/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1988 01 20 CC MIN;¢f4Ã2REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK JANUARY 20, 1988 PAGE SIX In response to Mayor King's request. Director of Human Services Lucas explained the poor outlook there is at this time for any funding to expand the center. He stated that there would be a bond issue on the ballot in 1988, but those funds, if passed, would not be available for a least two years after the election. Councilman Izell stated that he wanted the expansion to be started immediately and felt that there has to be someone on staff capable of drawing the ex- pansion. Councilman Izell made a motion to expand the Senior Citizens Center by 800 square feet and for the drawing of that expansion to be done in-house. Mayor King seconded the motion. After the Director of Community Services explained some of the problems relating to the estimated cost and having a qualified person on staff to do the drawings. Mayor King withdrew his second to the previous motion. Councilman Izell'S motion remained on the floor, but the motion died for lack of a second. MOTION TO BUILD EXPANSION SECOND TO MOTION WITHDRAWN MOTION DIES LACK OF SECOND ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor King declared Oral Communications open and invited those wishing to speak on any subject to come forward. Frank Mamone, 3427 Baldwin Park Blvd., spoke regard- ing the lack of public input on subjects that are placed under Reports of Officers. Justina Ramirez, 4924 Wimmer, stated that the School Board holds two oral communications sessions to cover other agenda items. Marsha Arkin, 4347 Stewart Street, spoke regarding access to the Senior Citizens Center. Alma Aghbashian, 12853 Ledford, spoke regarding her appreciation for a permanent polling place being established in Walnut Creek Nature Park for the City election. Pam Schnabel, Los Angelkes Street, spoke regarding two years being too long to wait for the center to be expanded, and howe often Councilman Izell and Mayor King visit the center, and the money that is spent on crime and other things in the City. Herschel Keyser, 13645 Rexwood, spoke regarding deductions for paying for trash in advance and the need to go to bid for the trash contract next year. Robert Olivas, 3727 Ahern, spoke regarding the condi- tion of his street and the communications that he has made to the City and ones received from the City Jeanne Martens, Sierra Way, suggested that questions could be submitted in writing regarding questions about agenda items, and commented on the inpput that is being accepted from the community on many items, ORAL COM- MUNICATION OPEN FRANK MAMONE JUSTINA RAMIREZ MARSHA ARKIN ALMA AGH- BASHIAN PAM SCHNABEL HERSCHEL KEYSER ROBERT OLIVAS JEANNE MARTENS BIB] 37652-U01 1988-U02 01-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO3794-U03 FO9354-U03 DO9389-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 1/30/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 1988 01 20 CC MIN;¢f4Ã2REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK JANUARY 20, 1988 PAGE SEVEN I Raul Reyes, 3168 Athol, spoke regarding the concern for sidewalks in the City and the overpass on Athol RAUL REYES CLOSED Mayor King declared Oral Communications closed. 00- It was moved and seconded to adjourn the regular meeting of the City Council at 9:55 p.m. to an adjourned regular meeting on Monday, February 1, 1988 for a joint meeting of the City Council and the Human Services Commission at 7:30 p.m. M/S/C: MEETING ADJOURNED 9:55 P.M. TO AN ADJOURNED MEETING GIBSON/MCNEILL. There were no objections. NDA L. GAZR, CITY CLERK BIB] 37652-U01 1988-U02 01-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO3794-U03 FO9354-U03 DO9389-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 1/30/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06