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CITY OF BALDWIN PARK WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY
CITY COUNCIL 18, 2009
7:00 p.m. COUNCIL
CHAMBERS
14403 E. Pacific Avenue
Baldwin Park
Manuel Lozano, Mayor
Monica Garcia, Mayor Pro Tern Anthony J. Bejarano, Marlen 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
ROLL CALL
Present:
Council member Marlen Garcia, Council member Bejarano,
Council member Pacheco, Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia, 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.
ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council member Marlen Garcia recognized the dignitaries in attendance. City
Treasurer Contreras adjourned in memory of Rebecca Baca, resident and
recognized dignitaries in attendance
PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS
Presentation to Baldwin Park High School Girls Soccer team in recognition
of their athletic achievements
Presentation deferred to a future date
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‰ KÍ«Presentation to Sierra Vista High School Lady Dons Varsity Basketball team
in recognition of their athletic achievements
Council member Marlen Garcia spoke about the newspaper article that
highlighted the team and their accomplishments. Each Council member and the
City Clerk acknowledged the team and thanked them for the positive
contribution they had on their school and the community
Mayor Lozano requested that a picture of the team be placed in the next issue
of the NOW and that they be placed on the marquee at Morgan Park
Coach Locklear spoke about the team's record as well as the average grade
point average of the players and thanked the Council and Community for the
support that they've shown the team
Mayor Lozano, joined by the Council, Clerk & Treasurer presented the team &
their coach with certificates of recognition
Proclamation proclaiming February as American Heart Month in the City of
Baldwin Park
Proclamation was read by Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
Mariana Lake, Valley County Water Board member expressed her pride in the
girls basketball team and the accomplishments of the youth in the community
Thomas Cary, resident spoke about a Council request item on the agenda related
to stop signs; the housing market; Bisno Development; Superior Market and
potential revenues
Simon Guillien, resident & property owner commented about the cost to produce
the NOW
Greg Tuttle, business owner spoke about past due invoices related to the
proposed downtown redevelopment project, potential revenues from Superior
Market and Consent Calendar Item #6
Cruz Sembello, resident reiterated that she is a Baldwin Park resident. She
congratulated the girls who were recognized, spoke about gang issues and the
need for unity in the city
Cecilia Lee, business owner congratulated the Council for the opening of a Fresh
& Easy in Baldwin Park and spoke about CARA and the goals they hoped to
achieve. Expressed her desire for there to be transparency in city government
Al Robledo, resident spoke about the need for more police officers in the city
Public Communications were closed at 7:35 p.m.
Council member Pacheco reported his attendance at an Independent Cities
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‰ KÍ«Association conference and the sessions he attended, specifically regarding
graffiti abatement
CEO Singhal spoke about the three-party consultant services agreement related
to Bisno Development and past due invoices
City Attorney Pannone explained that no public funds have been expended
related to the proposed downtown redevelopment project. No costs will be
incurred unless there are funds in the account, paid by the developer
Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia spoke about the progess being made related to
the proposed MRF in Irwindale and a recent public meeting held on the subject.
She also addressed the issue of public safety and what actions are being taken to
be proactive and promote safety in the community.
She further commented about the effects that the economy could have on crime
and that public safety is a priority.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion: Approve CONSENT CALENDAR with the exception of Item Nos. 5 & 6
Moved by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Council member Bejarano.
1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS
City Council received and filed.
2. PROPOSED RECOGNITIONS BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FOR
THE PERIOD OF FEBRUARY 4, 2009 THROUGH FEBRUARY 17, 2009
City Council approved the preparation and presentation of the proclamations,
plaques and certificates as outlined in the staff report.
3. MINUTES
City Council approved the minutes of the special and regular meetings of
February 4, 2009 and the special meeting of February 11, 2009.
4. CITY OF BALDWIN PARK'S COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL
REPORT AND RELATED AUDIT REPORTS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR ENDING
JUNE 30, 2008
City Council received and filed the City of Baldwin Park's Comprehensive
Annual Financial Report, Single Audit and Report of Independent Auditors on
Compliance and on Internal Controls, all for the fiscal year ended June 30,
2008.
7. METRO LINK AND PARK-N-RIDE PARKING PLAN
The following item was pulled by Council member Bejarano for separate
discussion:
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‰ KÍ«5. APPROVE THE DESIGN FOR THE FRANCISQUITO AVENUE
REHABILITATION PROJECT AND AUTHORIZE ITS ADVERTISING FOR
CONSTRUCTION BIDS
Council member Bejarano requested that staff give an overview of the projects
and what they entailed. Director Galvez provided background on this item and
explained what improvements would be made related to this item. He also
spoke about the funding sources and grants that were received. In response to
an inquiry from CEO Singhal, Director Galvez spoke about the materials that
were going to be used on this project and their durability
Council member Bejarano thanked staff for being proactive
City Council approved the design Plans, Specifications and Engineer's
Estimate P S & E) for the Francisquito Avenue Roadway Rehabilitation and
authorized staff to advertise the project for construction bids.
The following item was pulled by Mayor Lozano for separate discussion:
6. AWARD A CONSULTANT SERVICES CONTRACT FOR DESIGN OF THE
RAMONA BOULEVARD IMPROVEMENTS TO SUBMIT THE PROJECT UNDER
THE FEDERAL STIMULUS BILL
CEO Singhal spoke about the projects that were submitted for consideration of
funding and explained why the item was necessary
Director Galvez spoke about the potential rehabilitation that could be done with
these federal funds and explained what type of work would be done related to
this item. Also explained that matching funds were not required and that
minimal funds would have to be expended. The Ramona Boulevard project
was eligible to use these funds
Motion: 1) authorize expending $20,000 to engage Transtech Engineer's to
prepare plans and specifications for the Ramona Boulevard Rehabilitation
project; 2) authorize staff to appropriate $10,000 from the Gas Tax fund there
are sufficient funds available;) and 3) authorize staff to appropriate $10,000 from
the Prop C Funds sufficient funds are available.)
Moved by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Council member Bejarano.
SET MATTERS PUBLIC HEARINGS
8. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO.2 TO
FISCAL YEAR 2005-2010 FIVE YEAR CDBG/HOME CONSOLIDATED PLAN
AND AMENDMENT NO. I TO FY 2008-2009 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN
Housing Manager Ruelas presented the report. Mayor Lozano opened the
public hearing for those wishing to speak in favor or opposition. Seeing no
interest, the public hearing was closed.
Motion: Approve proposed Amendment No. 2 to the FY 2005-2010 Five Year
CDBG/HOME Consolidated Plan and proposed Amendment No. 1 to the FY
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‰ KÍ«2008-2009 Annual Action Plan.
Moved by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Council member Marten Garcia.
CITY COUNCIL/ CITY CLERK / CITY TREASURER / STAFF REQUESTS &
COMMUNICATIONS
Request by Mayor Pro Tem Monica Garcia for discussion on the following:
Council discussion and direction to staff for the installation of a stop sign
at Olive St. and Elton St.
Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia commented that this item was requested by
a constituent. CEO Singhal advised that a traffic study was conducted and
Director Galvez stated that a city-wide traffic study was conducted and a
public hearing would be forthcoming. Council member Bejarano inquired if
Phelan & Bleeker was included and Director Galvez spoke about a geometric
change at that location and the appropriateness of a stop sign
Council discussion and direction to staff to bring recommendations on
how to best position the city to benefit from Federal stimulus money
Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia spoke about the need to strategize and
possibly engaging a lobbyist or collaborating with other cities to obtain funds
available through the economic stimulus package
CEO Singhal spoke about the collaboration the city had with El Monte and
suggested that an item be brought back for Council consideration at the next
meeting to identify funding opportunites
Council member Pacheco requested that staff contact our state legislators
to determine how representation could be obtained
Mayor Lozano announced that the budget has not yet been passed in
Sacramento and requested that a letter of encouragment be sent to the
Republican minority leader.
He further spoke about an item in the stimulus package related to benefits for
Filipino-American veterans
Mayor Lozano requested Victor Borjas be recognized for his military
service and that it be placed in the NOW
Council member Marlen Garcia reported her attendance at the Independent
Cities Association Conference and the newly approved Council policy
regarding the hiring of residents. Also addressed the issue of increased gang
activities and that it is not only affecting this city but others cities as well. She
spoke about programs and activities that were in place for the benefit of the
community.
Chief Hadsell spoke about the Gang Apprehension and Prevention team and
the actions that they were taking and commented on collaborations with the
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‰ KÍ«school police. She assured the public that her department was doing
everything to keep the community safe.
Mayor Lozano spoke about the impacts that were made in the community
and commended the Police Department for their actions.
Council member Marlen Garcia spoke about an action taken by the Los
Angeles County Board of Supervisors related to sex offenders and requested
that staff look into implementing a similar policy in Baldwin Park
Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia reported her attendance at the Independent
Cities Association Conference and that the focus was on public safety
Council member Pacheco reported graffiti at 3851 Maine and requested that
staff remove it. He also spoke about shot-spotter" technology that was
discussed at the ICA conference.
Council member Bejarano stated that the crime rate in the city had declined
over the past two year. Council member Pacheco spoke about the types of
serious crimes that were being committed in the city
ADJOURNMENT
There being no other matters for discussion the meeting was adjourned in
memory of Rebecca Baca at 8:18 p.m.
Approved as presented by the Council at their meeting held March 4, 2009.
Laura M. Nieto
Deputy City Clerk
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