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Home My WebLink About2003 04 16 CC MIN2003 04 16 CC MIN(ÌìÆCOUNCIL CHAMBER APRIL 16, 2003 14403 E. PACIFIC AVENUE WEDNESDAY BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706 7:00 P.M. The CITY COUNCIL of the City of Baldwin Park met in REGULAR SESSION at the above time and place. ROLL CALL Present: Councitmember Marten Garcia, David Olivas, Ricardo Pacheco, Mayor Pro-Tern Bill Van Cleave, and Mayor Manuel Lozano Also Present: Dayle Keller, Chief Executive Officer; Arnold Alvarez-Glasman, City Attorney; Mark Kling, Chief of Police; Jose Sanchez, Finance Director; Shafique Naiyer, Public Works Director; Melecio Picazo, Interim Community Development Director; Manny Carrillo, Recreation and Community Services Director; Dolores Gonzalez-Hayes, Housing Director; Maria A. Contreras, City Treasurer; Rosemary M. Ramirez, Chief Deputy City Clerk; and Kathleen Sessman, Deputy City Clerk Absent/Excused: Kathryn Tizcareno, City Clerk ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Lozano announced that the Now" would be featuring Baldwin Park residents and their relatives who are serving in the United States Military. Mayor Lozano requested to adjourn in memory of longtime resident, active Senior and past Prom King" Salvador Rodriguez. Councilmember Garcia requested to adjourn in memory of former Parks and Recreation Commissioner George Archibeque. PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS A proclamation was presented to Mr. Paul Bringas proclaiming the month of April 2003 as Veterans Appreciation Month." A proclamation was presented to Baldwin Park's Chief Deputy City Clerk Rosemary Ramirez and Deputy City Clerk Kathleen Sessman proclaiming April 27-May 3, 2003 as City Clerk's Week." Mothers Against Drunk Driving MADD) Awards were presented to Police Officer Michael Ford and Kevin Kurtman in recognition of their superior enforcement of the drunk driving laws. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Rita & Gonzalo Vasquez invited all to attend Basketball fundraiser Saturday April 26, 2003 at 3 p.m. at the Community Center for El Dia de los Ninos BIB] 37799-U01 2003-U02 04-U02 16-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO16119-U03 DO18418-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 6/26/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 2003 04 16 CC MIN(ÌìÆCity Council Minutes April 16, 2003 Page 2 Maureen Poppick, resident of Baldwin Park, spoke about various issues regarding the Baldwin Park Unified School District. CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVED A motion was made to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. A-J as presented, and as follows: MOTION: Council member Garcia SECOND: Councilmember Pacheco Carried MINUTES The minutes of April 2, 2003 Study), were approved as presented. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS Report was received and filed. TREASURER'S REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF MARCH 2003 Report was received and filed. AMENDED TREASURER'S REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF DECEMBER 2002 Report was received and filed. APPROPRIATE FUNDS FOR THE REPLACEMENT OF ONE 1) POLICE PATROL VEHICLE The City Council approved and authorized the appropriation of funds, in the amount of $29,085, from the Self-Insurance Fund Reserve. The Finance Director was authorized to transfer the appropriation of funds to the Fleet Maintenance Fund, budgetary account number 130-58-5714 motor vehicles. APPROVAL OF PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZATION TO ADVERTISE AND SOLICIT BIDS FOR 2002-03 PROP C" STREETS IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, CIP 871 The City Council approved the plans and specifications and authorized staff to solicit bids for the construction phase of this project. AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR PYROTECHNIC SERVICES FOR THE FOURTH OF JULY FIREWORKS CELEBRATION AT SIERRA VISTA HIGH SCHOOL The City Council awarded the contract to Pyro Spectaculars, Inc., in the amount of $15,000 for the professional pyrotechnic services related to the 4th of July Fireworks Celebration at Sierra Vista High School. The Director of Recreation and Community Services was authorized to execute the Agreement. BIB] 37799-U01 2003-U02 04-U02 16-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO16119-U03 DO18418-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 6/26/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 2003 04 16 CC MIN(ÌìÆCity Council Minutes April 16, 2003 Page 3 AWARD CONTRACT FOR 2001-02 PLAYGROUND INSTALL AND RESURFACING PROJECT The City Council awarded the contract to T.J. Janca Construction, Inc., in the amount of $22,500 for the installation of play equipment and rubberized surfaces at the Morgan Park Community Day Care Center. The Mayor was authorized to execute the Agreement. The City Clerk was directed to process the Agreement. The Director of Public Works was authorized to execute any necessary change order in an amount not to exceed ten percent 10%) of the original contract amount. RESOLUTION FINDING THE CITY TO BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE ANNUAL PLAN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION COMMERCIAL LOAN PROGRAM Further reading was waived, read by title only, and Resolution No. 2003-027 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, FINDING THE CITY TO BE IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE ANNUAL PLAN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION COMMERCIAL LOAN PROGRAM," was adopted. ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 110 OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE, TO UPDATE REQUIREMENTS FOR BUSINESS PERMITS Further reading was waived, read by title only, and Ordinance No. 1201 entitled, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 110 OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE, SPECIFICALLY RELATING TO GENERAL BUSINESS PERMITS," was adopted on second reading. PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION AND AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF CALIFORNIA AVENUE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 2002-01 Mayor Lozano declared the public hearing OPEN for public participation. There was no one wishing to speak, therefore Mayor Lozano declared the public hearing CLOSED. A motion was made to waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2003-026 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING ENGINEER'S REPORT, CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT, ORDERING THE WORK AND ACQUISITIONS AND DIRECTING ACTIONS WITH RESPECT THERETO." The Contract was awarded to Gentry Brothers, Inc., in the amount of $173,166 for the construction of California Avenue, CIP 877. The Mayor was authorized to execute the Agreement. The Director of Public Works was authorized to execute any necessary change orders in an amount not to exceed fifteen percent 15%) of the original contract amount. MOTION: Councilmember Garcia SECOND: Councilmember Pacheco Carried BIB] 37799-U01 2003-U02 04-U02 16-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO16119-U03 DO18418-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 6/26/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 2003 04 16 CC MIN(ÌìÆCity Council Minutes April 16, 2003 Page 4 PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A ZONE CHANGE Z-529) TO ALLOW THE PLANNED DEVELOPMENT PD) OVERLAY ON THE EXISTING RG, MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL GARDEN ZONE AND A DEVELOPMENT PLAN DR-20) TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A FOUR 4) UNIT SINGLE-FAMILY DETACHED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT); LOCATION: 4611 MAINE AVENUE; APPLICANT: BOWDEN DEVELOPMENT; CASE NOS.: DR-20 AND Z-529 Councilwoman Garcia stepped down from the dais and exited the chamber. Mayor Lozano declared the public hearing OPEN for public participation. Todd Bowden, representative of Bowden Development thanked staff for all their help and hard work. He stated that Bowden Development has complied with all conditions set forth and is available for any questions the Council might have. In response to an inquiry by Councilmember Pacheco, Assistant Planner Lopez stated that the property is approximately 17,453 square feet of area. All residential units will be two- story with floor areas ranging between 1,851 and 1,888 square feet and an average floor area of 1,173 square feet. Each residential unit will consist of four 4) bedrooms and a two- car garage. He further stated that three 3) additional guest parking spaces would be provided in a central location within the common driveway. Each single-family home will have access from a private driveway entering from the adjacent alley west of the property and their own enclosed private open space, which will be accessible from within the homes. After a brief discussion, Mayor Pro-Tern Van Cleave expressed his support for the project and the enhancements it will bring to the City. He stated that the sizes of individual lots are decreasing throughout the city and that this should be a concern. He further expressed his desire to see projects with larger individual lot sizes. There was no one else wishing to speak, therefore Mayor Lozano declared the public hearing CLOSED. A motion was made to waive further reading, read by title only and introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 1202 entitled, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING A CHANGE OF ZONE FROM RG TO RG PD) ON THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 4611 MAINE AVENUE APPLICANT: BOWDEN DEVELOPMENT; CASE NO.: Z-529)." Further reading was waived, read by title only and Resolution No. 2003-025 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ADOPTING A DEVELOPMENT PLAN ALLOWING THE CONSTRUCTION OF A FOUR 4) UNIT SINGLE-FAMILY DETACHED RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT AND APPROVING THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT; LOCATION: 4611 MAINE AVENUE; APPLICANT: BOWDEN DEVELOPMENT; CASE NO.: DR-20)," was adopted. MOTION: Mayor Lozano SECOND: Mayor Pro Tern Van Cleave Carried REPORTS OF OFFICERS BILLBOARD MORATORIUM UPDATE By Council consensus, Option #1 adopting a measure that will eliminating billboards as a use in the Zoning Code. BIB] 37799-U01 2003-U02 04-U02 16-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO16119-U03 DO18418-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 6/26/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 2003 04 16 CC MIN(ÌìÆCity Council Minutes-April 16, 2003 Page 5 RESOLUTION APPOINTING REPRESENTATIVES AND ALTERNATES AS OFFICIAL REPRESENTATIVES OF THE CITY A motion was made waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2003- 020 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPOINTING REPRESENTATIVES AND ALTERNATES AS OFFICIAL REPRESENTATIVES OF THE CITY," with amendment to vacate appointments. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Van Cleave SECOND: Mayor Lozano Carried DESIGNATION OF VOTING DELEGATE FOR A SPECIAL MEETING MAY 15™) OF THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES GENERAL ASSEMBLY A motion was made to designate Councilmember Pacheco as voting delegate and Councilmember Olivas as voting alternate to vote at a Special Meeting of the League of California Cities General Assembly, being held May 14-15, 2003 in Sacramento. The City Clerk was directed to submit the required Voting Delegate Form" to the League's Sacramento Office no later than May 9, 2003. MOTION: Mayor Lozano SECOND: Councilmember Garcia Carried COUNCIL / STAFF REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS REQUEST BY MAYOR LOZANO FOR DISCUSSION RELATED TO SCHEDULING A GOAL SETTING SESSION After brief discussion Executive Secretary to the Chief Executive Officer Thompson was directed to schedule a meeting with E-team and the City Council as soon as possible. REQUEST BY CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER KELLER FOR DISCUSSION OF RE- SCHEDULING COUNCIL MEETING OF MAY 21, 2003 TO ACCOMMODATE INTERNATIONAL COUNCIL OF SHOPPING CENTERS CONFERENCE ICSC) ATTENDANCE IN LAS VEGAS, MAY 18-21, 2003 The City Council Meeting of May 21, 2003 was rescheduled for May 28, 2003 to accommodate the International Council of Shopping Centers Conference being held in Las Vegas, May 18-21, 2003. There were no objections. REQUEST BY FINANCE DIRECTOR THAT THE COUNCIL AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD SCHEDULE A STUDY SESSION FOR APRIL 30. 2003, AT 5:30 P.M., CITY HALL, ROOM 307, FOR A REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BUDGETARY PRESENTATION AND REVIEW A Special Study Session Meeting of the City Council and the Redevelopment Agency Board Meeting was scheduled for April 30, 2003 as requested, however the time was changed to 6:30 p.m. There were no objections. REQUEST BY INTERIM COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR FOR SCHEDULING A JOINT MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO REVIEW THE ACCOMPLISHMENTS OF THE SHOPPING CENTER COMMITTEE After brief discussion, a Joint Meeting of the City Council and the Planning Commission was scheduled for the May 28, 2003. There were no objections. BIB] 37799-U01 2003-U02 04-U02 16-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO16119-U03 DO18418-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 6/26/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 2003 04 16 CC MIN(ÌìÆCity Council Minutes April 16, 2003 Page 6 STARS GYMNASTICS GROUP Mayor Lozano requested to recognize the Stars Gymnastics group at a future Council meeting. There were no objections. 99^ STORE NUISANCE Mayor Lozano expressed concern with the cleanliness of the 99^ Store property. He stated that previous requests for the property to be cleaned up have gone unanswered. Mayor Lozano requested that the owner be notified again and that an update be brought back to the May 7, 2003 City Council meeting. There were no objections. STREET VENDORS Mayor Lozano expressed concern with vendors, specifically in the vicinity of St. John's Catholic Church and requested that a public health announcement be published in the NOW" to alert residents to the possible dangers of purchasing goods from street vendors. He further requested that staff talk with Fr. John to address and possible resolve this problem. There were no objectionsy EXISTING MEMORANDUM'S OF UNDERSTANDING FOR EMPLOYEE GROUPS Councilmember Olivas requested copies of Existing Memorandum's of Understanding for all employee groups. He reported his recent visit and tour of the Police Department. RADISSON HOTEL MARQUEE Councilmember Olivas inquired on previous Radisson Hotel Marquee. SIGN REQUEST AT 10 FWY AND PUENTE AVENUE Councilmember Olivas inquired on previous request of sign at 10 Fwy exit and Puente Avenue. UNION PRINTERS AND OFFICE SUPPLIES Councilmember Olivas requested possible city use of Union printers, stationary and other office supplies and equipment. Director Sanchez stated that he would look into it. 2003 EASTER EGG HUNTS In response to Councilmember Olivas's inquiry Director Carrillo stated that the 2003 Easter Egg Hunts at Barnes Park and Morgan Park were both scheduled for Saturday, April 19, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. RADIUS MAPS FOR COUNCILMEMBERS Councilmember Olivas requested that a 500' and 1000' radius maps be provided to each Councilmember. BIB] 37799-U01 2003-U02 04-U02 16-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO16119-U03 DO18418-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 6/26/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 2003 04 16 CC MIN(ÌìÆCity Council Minutes April 16, 2003 Page 7 TRANSLATION EQUIPMENT AT CITY COUNCIL MEETING Councilmember Olivas request possible use of translation equipment, earphones, etc. at City Council Meetings. STREET LIGHT PHELAN AND CALAIS Councilmember Pacheco stated that a street light was out at Phelan and Calais, requested Director Naiyer to handle matter. CONSTRUCTION OF BALDWIN PARK BOULEVARD AND ITS IMPACT ON SURROUNDING AREAS Councilmember Pacheco inquired to the construction on Baldwin Park Boulevard and the impact said construction is having on local businesses as well as the upcoming St. John's carnival. DROP OFF ZONE ON CALAIS Councilmember Pacheco inquired on the status of Council's previous request for a drop off zone on Calais near Geddes School. ADJOURNMENT There being no further matters for discussion, the meeting was adjourned at 8:55 p.m., in memory of Salvador Rodriguez and George Archibeque. Approved as presented by the Council at their meeting held May 7, 2003. r\a4^1jLjL^.A<\ i A^onn a^^ Kathleen R. Sessman Kathleen R. Sessman Deputy City Clerk BIB] 37799-U01 2003-U02 04-U02 16-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO16119-U03 DO18418-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 6/26/2003-U04 ROBIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05