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Home My WebLink About2008 10 15 CC MIN2008 10 15 CC MINHÄ—@¸— ÎkÍ«MINUTES CITY OF BALDWIN PARKWEDNESDAY, OCTOBER CITY COUNCIL 15, 2008 7:00 p.m. COUNCIL CHAMBERS 14403 E. Pacific Avenue Baldwin Park Manuel Lozano, Mayor Anthony J. Bejarano, Mayor Pro Tern Marlen Garcia, Monica Garcia, Ricardo Pacheco, Council Members Maria Contreras, City Treasurer Susan Rubio, City Clerk The CITY COUNCIL of the City of Baldwin Park met in REGULAR SESSION at the above time and place. CALL TO ORDER INVOCATION Led by Pastor Jackson PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Pro Tern Bejarano closed on behalf of Mauricio Marshall Quintal, Baldwin Park resident and veteran. Council member Monica Garcia closed on behalf of Adel Wolf, Baldwin Park resident and member of Women's Club, former teacher at Sierra Vista ROLL CALL Present: Council member Marlen Garcia, Council member Monica Garcia, Council member Pacheco, Mayor Pro Tern Bejarano, Mayor Lozano. Absent: None. Also Present: Chief Executive Officer Vijay Singhal, City Attorney Joseph W. Pannone, Director of Recreation & Community Services Manuel Carrillo Jr., Community Development Manager Marc Castagnola, Director of Public Works William Galvez, Chief of Police Lili Hadsell, City Treasurer Contreras, City Clerk Rubio, Deputy City Clerk Nieto. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS Presentation of Hometown Heroes Military Banner to SPC Richard Hernandez in recognition of his honorable discharge from the United States Page 1 of 5 BIB] 39843-U01 2008-U02 10-U02 15-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO117552-U03 DO122322-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 1/6/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2008 10 15 CC MINHÄ—@¸— ÎkÍ«Army Mayor Lozano, joined by the Council, Clerk and Treasurer presented Specialist Hernandez with his Hometown Hero Military Banner. Council member Monica Garcia requested that when Specialist Hernandez is showcased in the NOW that his courage, bravery and dedication be highlighted PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS David Hall, Mt SAC Board of Trustees spoke about the importance of Measure RR and encouraged residents of Baldwin Park to support it in the upcoming election. Steve Atchley, Mayor Pro Tem-city of Pomona spoke about the benefits of Measure RR Elmer Rodriguez, Mt SAC student/Baldwin Park resident spoke about the benefits of Measure RR and the need for expansion and improved technology Sandra Lopez, Mt SAC student/Baldwin Park resident spoke about the support she received while attending the school and the benefits that will be recognized if the Measure is passed. Sam Perdomo of Waste Management announced that as of September 1st it was no longer legal to dispose of sharps" or syringes in residential trash stream. He further announced a program that could create a mail-back system. Roy Test, resident commented about a past complaint that he had sent to the city regarding a Senior Center staff member and the accountability of the staff. Mayor Lozano advised that he would be directing the matter to CEO Singhal Linda Moncada representing the American Cancer Society presented the city with a certificate of appreciation for their efforts with the Relay for Life Event Magda Torrellas, resident announced an upcoming holiday event that the Women's Auxilary was hosting. She further spoke about the proposed downtown revitalization and congratulated Mayor Pro Tern Bejarano on being exonerated of recent charges against him. Thomas Carey, resident spoke about current financial issues in the country and in the city. Also spoke about propositions that were on the upcoming ballot Greg Tuttle, business owner commented about a letter that was sent to the owner occupied residential units in the proposed redevelopment project area. He further commented about the proposed police initiative and addressed comments made by prior speak Torrellas Dolores Macias, resident addressed the Council about a pedestrian issue near her home and that there are difficulties in attempting to cross the street Page 2 of 5 BIB] 39843-U01 2008-U02 10-U02 15-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO117552-U03 DO122322-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 1/6/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2008 10 15 CC MINHÄ—@¸— ÎkÍ«Walter Mena, resident expressed his support of the Mayor and Council, for the proposed downtown revitalization and Bisno Development. Public Communications were closed at 8:00 p.m Council member Pacheco stated his support of Measure RR and encouraged a yes vote. Also requested that the Council acknowledge Roy Test for his recognition and that it be placed in the NOW. Council member Marlen Garcia also encouraged a yes vote on Measure RR and the benefits that it will bring. Thanked and acknowledged the students who spoke. She further addressed the concerns of speaker Macias and requested that staff look into additional illuminated cross walks in the city. She announced a grant that was received that will provide funding for these types of projects. Council member Monica Garcia also expressed her support of Measure RR and Mt SAC. She expressed interest in bringing this matter before the Council for consideration of support Mayor Lozano addressed the comments of a prior speaker and City Attorney Pannone clarified Prop 99. Council member Marten Garcia expressed her concern regarding a prior speaker and his desire to move into the city and reside near the Mayor. Council member Monica Garcia shared that Fidel Vargas was recognized by Hispanic Business Magazine as one of the 40 most influential people in Los Angeles. She requested that he be invited to a future meeting for recognition CONSENT CALENDAR Motion: Approve CONSENT CALENDAR Moved by Council member Marlen Garcia, seconded by Mayor Lozano. 1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS City Council received and filed the report. 2. MINUTES City Council approved the minutes of the October 1, 2008 meeting regular.) 3. ELECTION INFORMATION AND SUMMARY OF MEASURES AND OFFICES TO BE VOTED UPON AT THE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD THROUGHOUT THE STATE ON NOVEMBER 4, 2008 City Council received and filed the report. 4. RESOLUTION IN OPPOSITION TO METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY'S MTA'S) MEASURE R City Council waived further reading, read by title only and adopted Resolution Page 3 of 5 BIB] 39843-U01 2008-U02 10-U02 15-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO117552-U03 DO122322-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 1/6/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2008 10 15 CC MINHÄ—@¸— ÎkÍ«No. 2008-065 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, OPPOSING MEASURE R ON THE NOVEMBER 4, 2008 BALLOT LOS ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY ONE-HALF CENT SALES TAX INCREASE)." 5. VIDEO SECURITY SYSTEM UPGRADE ADDITIONAL FUNDING City Council 1) directed the Chief of Policy to work in conjunction with the Interim Finance Director to complete a budget appropriation for the amount not to exceed $11,579.25 from Account 112.00.4210 to Account 130.58.5745 and designate $11,579.25 for the purchase of the additional upgrades to the Video Security System and 2) authorized the Chief of Police or her designee to complete all appropriate documentation to complete the purchase. 6. UPDATE REGARDING CALTRANS ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE CONTEXT- SENSITIVE PLANNING GRANT City Council received and filed the report. 7. APPROVAL OF MEMORANDA OF UNDERSTANDING FOR POLICE MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION PMA) City Council waived further reading, read by title only and adopted Resolution No. 2008-061 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING THE MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AND THE POLICE MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION PMA") and authorized the Chief Executive Officer and the Human Resources Manager to execute the respective MOU. 8. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE CITY'S EXECUTIVE MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES' BENEFITS MATRIX City Council waived further reading, read by title only and adopted Resolution No. 2008-062 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE EXECUTIVE EMPLOYEES' BENEFITS MATRIX." 9. AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT MARC CASTAGNOLA, COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT MANAGER City Council approved an amendment to the Employment Agreement with Marc Castagnola for his services as the Community Development Manager and approved a change of compensation to $96,500 base annual salary and authorized the Mayor to execute the amendment. 10. FISCAL YEAR 2007-2008 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT CDBG) CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE EVALUATION REPORT City Council received and filed the CDBG/HOME Consolidated Annual Page 4 of 5 BIB] 39843-U01 2008-U02 10-U02 15-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO117552-U03 DO122322-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 1/6/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2008 10 15 CC MINHÄ—@¸— ÎkÍ«Performance Evaluation Report CAPER.) 11. ACQUISITION BY THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA CALTRANS) OF A PORTION OF CITY YARD AT 13135 GARVEY AVENUE City Council accepted Caltrans' revised offer and authorized the Chief Executive Officer to sign all documents related to the transaction. REPORTS OF OFFICERS 12. REPORT ON IMPACT OF POLICE DEPARTMENT EMPLOYEES SALARY AND BENEFITS INITIATIVE PETITION City Attorney Pannone gave the report and presented the Council with their options Motion: Authorize the Chief Executive Officer and the City Attorney to file an action in Superior Court seeking declaratory relief and other appropriate remedies. Moved by Council member Marlen Garcia, seconded by Mayor Lozano. CITY COUNCIL/ CITY CLERK / CITY TREASURER I STAFF REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS Council member Marlen Garcia announced an upcoming POD point of dispense)event taking place at Sierra Vista High School on Nov. 15th that would be providing free, drive-through flu shots Mayor Lozano welcomed Officer Marromen who would be replacing newly promoted Sergeant Villines. ADJOURNMENT There being no other matters for discussion the meeting was adjourned in memory of Mauricio Marshall Quintal and Adel Wolf at 8:16 p.m. Approved as presented by the Council at their meeting held November 5, 2008. Laura M. Nieto Deputy City Clerk Page 5 of 5 BIB] 39843-U01 2008-U02 10-U02 15-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO117552-U03 DO122322-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 1/6/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04