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Home My WebLink About2009 06 03 CC MIN2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/XþMINUTES CITY OF BALDWIN PARK WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, CITY COUNCIL 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 Council member Bejarano PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ANNOUNCEMENTS Council member Marlen Garcia adjourned in memory of Patricia Thomas Allen, wife of Covina Mayor Walt Allen; the meeting was also adjourned in memory Gregory Anguiano Council member Pacheco commented about recent graduation events that he had attended and invited the BPACE LVN graduates to attend a future City Council meeting for recognition ROLL CALL Present: Council member Bejarano, Council member Marlen Garcia, 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, Director of Finance Lorena Quijano, City Treasurer Contreras, City Clerk Rubio, Deputy City Clerk Nieto. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS Page 1 of 7 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/XþPresentation to City of Baldwin Park Senior of the Year Maria Nieves Salinas and School District Senior of the Year Maria Orozco Mayor Lozano, joined by the City Council, Clerk & Treasurer presented plaques to the Seniors of the Year Certificates of Recognition for Spring Job Fair vendors and city staff participants Mayor Lozano, joined by the City Council, Clerk and Treasurer presented certificates of recognition to the job fair participants and city staff Recognition of Margarita Vargas for her 21 years of service with the Baldwin Park Unified School District Mayor Lozano, joined by the City Council, Clerk & Treasurer presented Mrs. Vargas with a plaque in recognition of her service with the Baldwin Park Unified School District PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Lozano acknowledged the dignitaries who were present at the meeting Mayor Lozano acknowledged Margaret Salonisen's birthday and the Council and audience wished her a happy birthday Principal Hamilton of Central Elementary introduced the student particpants of the History Day Club and they expressed their appreciation to the Council for their support. Destiny Garcia, Daniel Barbosa and student Velasquez each spoke about their experiences about their trip to Sacramento Elisa Clifford, Southern California Edison provided an overview of the state of the system for SCE and complimented staff on the recent Police Open House event. She reported a decrease in the number of new customers and spoke about the innovations and upgrades that will be coming in the next five years Ken Woods, resident/business owner spoke about a resolution previously adopted by the City Council and the need for a supermarket in the former Albertson's shopping center Thomas Cary, resident spoke about various issues related to the City Council including Leslie Brito, resident/mediator for the day laborers provided information on the organization Miguel Valencia, representative, Day Laborers of Baldwin Park addressed the differences between the groups in the city Jesus Barragan, resident representative of day laborers Juan Osorio, resident and secretary of board of directors for the Jornaleros spoke Page 2 of 7 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/Xþabout the desire to have some sort of identification with City Interpreter Salceda) Roberto Zapata, resident spoke provided a history on day laborers in the state of California with the assistance of City Interpreter Salceda) Margaret Salonisen, Baldwin Park Chamber of Commerce President commented on the successful installation event and announced a grand opening event that would be taking place in the near future Greg Tuttle, business owner commented about dates on reports he previously presented to the Council and recent violence in the city. Inquired to the Mayor on several issues and to Council member Bejarano regarding his father and a prior investigation Cecelia Lee, business owner expressed that her roots are in Baldwin Park, Police Activity Reports, speaker Tuttle and decorum in the Council Chamber Seeing no further interest, the public communications were closed at 8:05 CONSENT CALENDAR Motion: Approve CONSENT CALENDAR with the exception of Item #7 Moved by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Council member Marlen Garcia. 1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS City Council received and filed. 2. PROPOSED RECOGNITIONS BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FOR THE PERIOD OF JUNE 3, 2009 JUNE 16, 2009 City Council approved the preparation and presentation of the plaques, proclamations and certificates as outlined in the staff report. 3. MINUTES City Council approved the minutes of the special meeting of May 6, 2009 and the minutes of the special and regular meetings of May 20, 2009. 4. CITY TREASURER'S REPORT APRIL 2009 City Council received and filed. 5. AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH ADVERTISEMENT OF A REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR JANITORIAL SERVICES FOR ALL CITY FACILITIES City Council authorized staff to advertise the RFP for the janitorial services for the City. 6. RESOLUTION NO. 2009-023 FINDING A SEVERE FISCAL HARDSHIP WILL EXIST IF ADDITIONAL LOCAL PROPERTY TAX FUNDS ARE SEIZED AND Page 3 of 7 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/XþUNFUNDED MANDATES ARE ADOPTED BY THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA City Council waived further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2009-023 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK FINDING A SEVERE FISCAL HARDSHIP WILL EXIST IF ADDITIONAL LOCAL PROPERTY TAX FUNDS ARE SEIZED AND ADDITIONAL UNFUNDED MANDATES ARE ADOPTED BY THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA." The following item was pulled by Council member Pacheco for separate discussion: 7. AUTHORIZE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PROGRAM MANAGER AND ENGINEERING & ARCHITECTURAL SERVICES FOR TRANSIT CENTER PARKING FACILITY Council member Pacheco commented about the securing of funding for this project and the years that it took for the project to move foward. Director Galvez stated that it would take approximately 18 months to construct this project. Council member Marlen Garcia clarified that this project was spearheaded by the City Council in prior years and that through the support of Congresswoman Hilda Solis, funding wsa secured Motion: authorize staff to advertise an RFP for Program Management Services and an RFP for Architectural / Engineering Services. Moved by Council member Pacheco, seconded by Mayor Lozano. 8. AUTHORIZE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR DESIGN SERVICES FOR MAINE AVENUE STREET IMPROVEMENTS City Council authorized staff to advertise an RFP for Design Services. SET MATTERS PUBLIC HEARINGS 9. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER APPROVAL OF AN AMENDMENT TO FY 2008-2009 ANNUAL ACTION PLAN TO INCLUDE THE AMERICAN RECOVERY AND REINVESTMENT ACT OF 2009 AARA) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT RECOVERY CDBG-R) 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: 1) approve the proposed amendment to the FY 2008-2009 Annual Action Plan to include the $395,726 in Community Development Block Grant Recovery CDBG-R) funds and 2) allocate the CDBG-R funds to Street Improvement Project. Moved by Council member Bejarano, seconded by Mayor Lozano. 10. PUBLIC HEARING FOR REGARDING THE APPLICATION FOR THE NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM NSP) FUNDS FROM THE Page 4 of 7 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/XþSTATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT Housing Manager Ruelas presented the report. Mayor Lozano opened the public hearing for those wishing to speak in favor or opposition. FAVOR: NONE OPPOSITION: Cruz Sembello inquired about the stability of the funding agreement considering the uncertain economy in El Monte Thomas Cary inquired about the housing being available for legal residents of the city, county, state and country only; also addressed the possible bankruptcy of the city of El Monte Seeing no further interest, the public hearing was closed. Community Development Manager Castagnola and Housing Manager Ruelas clarified that the MOU was only for administration of the funds Mayor Pro Tem Monica Garcia expressed the opinion that the intent of this matter was to beautify blighted areas in the city; Council member Pacheco stated his support of this item and the benefits it would provide Motion: 1) conduct the public hearing to receive public comment on the application that will allow the City to receive $970,226 in Neighborhood Stabilization Program NSP) funds from the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development to primarily help stabilize and revitalize communities hard hit by the mortgage crisis; 2) approve the NSP Sub recipient Agreement with the City of El Monte; 3) approve the City's Anti-Displacement and Relocation Plan; 4) waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2009-020 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR FUNDING AND THE EXECUTION OF A GRANT AGREEMENT AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO FROM THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA NEIGHBORHOOD STABILIZATION PROGRAM NSP;)" and 5) authorize the Chief Executive Officer to execute and submit all required documents on behalf of the City in conjunction with the NSP. Moved by Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia, seconded by Mayor Lozano. CITY COUNCIL / CITY CLERK / CITY TREASURER I STAFF REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS Council member Bejarano addressed comments made by speaker Tuttle regarding his father Report by the Police Department on Baldwin Park Crime Statistics and trends Page 5 of 7 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/XþChief Hadsell announced the arrest of a suspect in a recent shooting incident Chief Hadsell and Lt. Reynoso presented an overview of part one crimes in the City of Baldwin Park Mayor Lozano expressed his gratitude to the Police Department and spoke about the stereotypes in the community Council member Bejarano commented about the past history and that he feels safe in the City of Baldwin Park; thanked the Chief and her department for the work that they do Council member Marlen Garcia echoed the sentiments of her Council colleagues, speaking about neighboring cities and the challenges they are having. She further commented that the actions of the public reflect negatively on the community Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia echoed the comments of Council member Bejarano and spoke about the increased, acknowledged Chief of Police and the Police Department for their commitment to the community, recognizing challenges Council member Pacheco acknowledged the hard work and dedication of the police department staff, stating the crime is a community issue and that the residents and staff must work together Report by Mayor Lozano and Council member Marlen Garcia on the Home Depot and Day Labor issue Mayor Lozano spoke about a meeting and agreement that was reached between the City and the day laborers; he spoke about identification for the members and the issues that were ongoing at the Home Depot Center. Thanked them and expressed extreme optimism for a favorable outcome Council member Marlen Garcia thanked Leslie Brito, liaison between the city and day laborers; at issue was the identification of the group and the challenges that have been encountered Council member Bejarano congratulated the Council and day laborer participants and expressed sympathy for the situation and circumstances that they are in. He reiterated the sentiment that the Home Depot site was not an appropriate venue. He further requested that if they are going to be recognized as an organization significant controls such as business license & membership should be on file. Council member Pacheco expressed his continued support of the day laborers and the formation of a center for them. He was glad to see progress and stated the significance of the poor economy. Council member Marlen Garcia stated that she was bringing forward concerns of the people in the community, not criminalizing the individuals who were Page 6 of 7 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/Xþseeking work Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia recognized the participants for moving forward on this matter because it is of significant importance. The group should be self- sufficient and organized to protect the participants. She encouraged them to keep moving forward Mayor Lozano stated his optimism that the members would come through and thanked them for their participation Request by Council member Bejarano and supported by Mayor Lozano, Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia and Council member Marlen Garcia for discussion on the following: Discussion and direction regarding an investigation to determine if Council member Pacheco engaged in berating an Executive Team Member Council member Bejarano stated a provision of the Fair Employment & Housing Act that mandates somebody who is a supervisor or manager to report or address allegations of harrassment. His request for an investigation is what would be required by law. Noted that the closed session that took place that evening to address the matter was not attended by Council member Pacheco. Council member Pacheco expressed his belief that this was a politicallymotived request and emphasized that he had never disrespected anyone. He further alleged that the process being followed was not in accordance with law and that he would not be participating in this matter Motion: undertake an investigation of the alleged berating of an Executive staff member by Council member Pacheco Moved by Council member Bejarano, seconded by Council member Marlen Garcia. ADJOURNMENT There being no other matters for discussion the meeting was adjourned in memory of Patricia Thomas Allen and Gregory Anguiano at 9:00 p.m. Approved as presented by the Council at their meeting held June 17, 2009. Laura M. Nieto, CMC Deputy City Clerk Page 7 of 7 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/XþMINUTES CITY OF BALDWIN PARK WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, CITY COUNCIL 9 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 Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Lozano adjourned in memory of Jose Mejia, father of City Council secretary Rosa Caballero and Alfonso Jimenez, Baldwin Park resident. Council member Pacheco requested prayers for Brian Gonzales, child injured in car accident that took place in the city. He congratulated all of the graduates of the local high schools. City Treasurer Maria Contreras congratulated Alfonso Contreras on his 21st Wedding Anniversary. Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia adjourned in memory of Christian Torres Rodriguez, resident & student at Tracy Elementary. Mayor Lozano thanked the Chief of Police for the increased patrolling of the graduation parties in the city ROLL CALL Present: None. Absent: None. Also Present: City Treasurer Contreras, City Clerk Rubio, Deputy City Clerk Nieto, Community Development Manager Marc Castagnola, Council member Marlen Garcia, Director of Public Works William Galvez, Chief of Police Lili Hadsell, City Attorney Joseph W. Pannone, Director of Recreation & Community Services Manuel Page 1 of 8 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/ XþCarrillo Jr., Chief Executive Officer Vijay Singhal, Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia, Council member Pacheco, Council member Bejarano, Mayor Lozano, Director of Finance Lorena Quijano. PROCLAMATIONS, COMMENDATIONS & PRESENTATIONS Certificate presentation to St. John's King and Queen, Joshua Ebiner and Cristina Ramos Presentation was deferred to a future date PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS Ken Woods, resident / business owner spoke about the State of the City address and housing desires of the residents of the city Esther Schiller, Executive Director and Marlene Gomez, Associate Director of Smokefree Apartment Registry spoke about the detriments of smoking in apartment complexes Jesse Rudy Escalera,resident spoke about issues on his street including overcrowding, vehicles, graffiti. He requested that the Police Department come out and observe the situation Ray Alber, business owner spoke about the closed session agenda item and wanted to know what was going on with the process. He requested that the Council share their vision with the public John, resident thanked the Council and staff for attending his graduation and spoke about his involvement with the Keep Youth Tobacco Free program; thanked the Council for approving the ordinance that would increase enforcement of youth tobacco sales; Zodin Delrosario also thanked the Council for approving the ordinance and spoke about the importance of enforcement. Congratulated the city for producing good students Thomas Cary, resident commented about the new design of the NOW; Morgan Park; closed session items; redevelopment Chris Agrella, candidate for the 32nd Congressional seat spoke about budget cuts in local agencies, including reducing travel budgets. John Rios, resident commented about some overgrown vegetation in his neighborhood and provided photos of possible code violations in his neighborhood Greg Tuttle, business owner spoke about various issues including Superior market, photographs of Council members, and the minutes of the May 20th meeting Public Communications were closed at 7:40 p.m. Council member Pacheco announced the city's new reusable tote bag sale Page 2 of 8 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/ XþSUBSEQUENT NEED ITEM ADDED Motion: Add SUBSEQUENT NEED ITEM ADDED Moved by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Council member Pacheco. RESOLUTIONS AUTHORIZING THE CITY ATTORNEY/GENERAL COUNSEL TO COOPERATE WITH THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES, OTHER CITIES AND COUNTIES IN LITIGATION CHALLENGING THE CONSTITUTIONALITY OF ANY SEIZURE BY STATE GOVERNMENT OF THE CITY'S STREET MAINTENANCE FUNDS AND COMMISSION'S REDEVELOPMENT FUNDS Motion: waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2009-026 and Community Development Commission Board waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 452 authorizing the city attorney and general counsel to cooperate with the League of California Cities, the Community Redevelopment Association, other cities and counties in litigation challenging the constitutionality of any seizure by state government of the city's street maintenance funds and Commission's tax increment. Moved by Council member Pacheco, seconded by Mayor Lozano. CONSENT CALENDAR Motion: Approve CONSENT CALENDAR with the exception of #7 Moved by Mayor Lozano, seconded by Council member Marlen Garcia. 1. WARRANTS AND DEMANDS City Council received and filed. 2. PROPOSED RECOGNITIONS BY THE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL FOR THE PERIOD OF JUNE 17, 2009 JUNE 30, 2009 City Council approved the preparation and presentation of the plaques, proclamations and certificates as outlined in the staff report. 3. MINUTES City Council approved the minutes of the special meeting of June 3, 2009. 4. CLAIM REJECTIONS City Council rejected the claims of Philip Rodriguez, Angel Navar and Guillermo Iturralde and directed staff to send the appropriate notices of rejection to the claimants. 5. ESTABLISH APPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2009-2010 City Council waived further reading, read by title only and adopted Resolution No. 2009-025 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA, SETTING THE ANNUAL Page 3 of 8 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/XþAPPROPRIATION LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2009-2010." 6. REBALANCING OF THE EXISTING GENERAL PLAN FEE TO MAKE IT PROPORTIONATE TO THE PROJECT SIZE AND VALUE, PROVIDE RELIEF FOR INDIVIDUAL PERMIT ISSUANCE AND IMPLEMENT A TECHNOLOGY FEE GP / T FEE) City Council waived further reading, read by title only and adopted Resolution No. 2009-008 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING THE MODIFICATION TO THE GENERAL PLAN FEE AND CHANGING THE NAME TO THE GENERAL PLAN / TECHNOLOGY GP / T) FEE." The following item was pulled by Mayor Pro Tem Monica Garcia for separate discussion: 7. FEDERAL ECONOMIC STIMULUS FUNDING OPPORTUNITY ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND CONSERVATION BLOCK GRANT Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia commented about the item and commended staff for identifying funds. She spoke about the possibility of hiring a consultant to prioritize on Baldwin Park so that the community would receive the full benefit of these programs CEO Singhal commented that staff had had meetings with Edison and Siemens to discuss opportunities for the city and upcoming assessments that would be beneficial to the city Council member Pacheco expressed his support of green and energy efficiency programs; requested that a consultant be hired through the RFP process Motion: approve Resolution No. 2009-026 and Community Development Commission Board approve Resolution No. 452 authorizing the city attorney and general counsel to cooperate with the League of California Cities, the Community Redevelopment Association, other cities and counties in litigation challenging the constitutionality of any seizure by state government of the city's street maintenance funds and Commission's tax increment. Moved by Mayor Pro Tem Monica Garcia, seconded by Mayor Lozano. In response to an inquiry from Council member Pacheco, CEO Singhal stated that ten percent 10%) of the grant would go to funding with strict auditing guidelines. General funds would initially be spent with reimbursements received through the grant process. CEO Singhal stated that the intent of the consultant would be to guide staff through the process. Council member Pacheco wanted to ensure that the function of the consultant would not mirror the services being offered by the Council of Governments. 8. EXCHANGE OF CITY FUNDS WITH THE METROPOLITAN Page 4 of 8 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/ XþTRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY City Council approved the funds exchange a›có¿bnt with the MTA which will initiate the electronic transfer of the flexible STPL funds pacãø¦'to the City in the amount of $691,705 after all the documents are in order. 9. GENERAL M»ÜÕ›WAL ELECTION RESOLUTIONS City Council 1) waived further reading, read by title only and adâ:¶€bsolution No. 2009-010 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN j×Ýþ'CALIFORNHA, CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BÙÓžC ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 2009, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE P4ÑßNONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES"; 2) waived fuê>ó 'reading, read by title only and adopted Resolution No. 2009-011 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF ÆÓòDITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS O 2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/ Xþ12. PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AMENDING CHAPTER 73 OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO SPEED LIMITS ON CERTAIN STREETS Director of Public Works Galvez presented the report. Mayor Lozano opened the public hearing for those wishing to speak in favor or opposition. FAVOR: Thomas Cary inquired about the speed measurement in certain areas in town OPPOSITION: Cruz Sembello inquired if the study could be broadened to include other areas Seeing no further interest, the public hearing was closed Council member Pacheco inquired about the recommended speed on Puente Avenue and asked if it could be moved down to 35 or if the proposed ordinance had to reflect the findings of the study. Director Galvez commented that they could possibly install the speed study signs or increased enforcement if speeding continues Council member Marlen Garcia expressed concern about increasing the speed on Big Dalton. She inquired about Merced & Big Dalton as the pedestrian crosswalk. Director Galvez responded that it was not considered an interior residential cross walk and that classifying the street differently would be difficult. Council member Marlen Garcia commented that if the increase was approved, the residents would express concern about the speeding. Director Galvez suggested that the ordinance be introduced for first reading, excluding the Big Dalton segment Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia expressed concerns because speeding does take place and they hope to get people to slow down on the streets. She further commented about the study and rationale used to determine speed Council member Pacheco spoke about the traffic conditions on Big Dalton and that speed in residential areas needed to be closely monitored CEO Singhal commented about the challenges at the staff level regarding the study suggested that this item be deferred to a proposed study session to take place on July 13. Director Galvez suggested that Council consider approving the speed survey with the exception of Big Dalton to avoid any enforcement issues Council member Marlen Garcia inquired about the installation of a crosswalk at Merced & Big Dalton or possible traffic calming measures that may be considered. Director Galvez responded that Big Dalton was similar to Vineland and that traffic calming devices may be warranted. Page 6 of 8 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/XþCouncil member Marlen Garcia further commented about the impacts of traffic on the streets of Baldwin Park due to the freeway expansion. Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia also spoke about traffic calming devices Motion: waive further reading, read by title only and introduce for first reading Ordinance No. 1310 entitled, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING CHAPTER 73 OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO SPEED LIMITS ON CERTAIN STREETS" excluding the Big Dalton segment Moved by Council member Marlen Garcia, seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia. CITY COUNCIL / CITY CLERK / CITY TREASURER / STAFF REQUESTS & COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia addressed the comments regarding the Sheriff's department and the Council was not considering bringing in the sheriffs Mayor Pro Tern Monica Garcia inquired about the issuance of speaker cards for public communications and requested Council consensus to bring forward speaking cards so that everyone was included. Council member Pacheco inquired about the format of the card and if it would have to be brought back for Council approval. Council member Pacheco expressed his opinion that the current format used for public communications was fine It was recommended that this be brought forward for further discussion Mayor Pro Tem Monica Garcia commented about the intersection of Merced & Lubican and requested that staff conduct a study there to try and address it and bring forward findings to the Council Council member Marlen Garcia announced the Baldwin Park Police Department's participation in carrying the torch through the City for the Special Olympics; she also spoke about the Sierra Vista High School Swim Team and their successful competition in the CIF finals. It was requested that they be invited to a future Council meeting for recognition. Lastly she spoke about the premiere of the movie Food, Inc. which featured a Baldwin Park family and highlighted their eating and fitness habits. She thanked her Council colleagues and staff for all of their support. ADJOURNMENT There being no other matters for discussion the meeting was adjourned in memory of Jose Mejia and Alfonso Jimenez at 8:26 p.m. Approved as presented by the Council at their meeting held July 1, 2009. Page 7 of 8 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 2009 06 03 CC MINHÄ—@¸—4/XþLaura M. Nieto, CMC Deputy City Clerk Page 8of8 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04 Þ— COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE A FENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER>¥q¶à709, WITH THE SCHOOL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE DATE PURSUANT TO 10403 OF THE ELECTIONS C1´òfnd 3) authorized the Director of Finance to appropriate funds in the amount of $70,000 fr¯xÐ‹'2008-2009 into account number 100.10.120.51100.00000.2 for FY 2009-2010 City Clerk cost c%‚=ó + Consultant Services.) 10. APPROVAL OF COMMUNITY HOUSING DEVELOPMENT ORGANIZATION'S CHDµn¿òFFFORDABLE HOUSING PROJECT PURCHASE AGREEMENT City Council 1) approved!the purchase agre%¹-ø¦'for the five 5) unit multi- family rental property located at 13651 Los Angeles Street, B•ô#á»i Park in partnership with the City's CHDO, Immanuel House of Hope subject to the finalizûŠ,ù¼'and execution of the Affordable Housing Agreement prior to the close of escrow and 2) autTö1ÿ¨bd the Chief Executive Officer to execute the purchase agreement and all subsequent documeˆOÍ¶¼bcessary to complete this project. 11. APPROVAL OF CONSULTANT SERVICE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BAMDWIN PARK, THE BALDWIN PARK HOUSING AUTHORITY AND MDG ASSOCIATES, INC. See related Item #3 on Housing Authority Agenda) City Council and Housing Authority approved the Consultant Service Agreement between the City of Baldwin Park, the Baldwin Park Housing Authority and MDG Associates, Inc. for the development of 1) FY 2010-2015 CDBG / HOME Five Year Consolidated Plan and FY 2010-2011 Annual Plan; 2) FY 2010-2015 Analysis of Impediment to Fair Housing Study and 3) FY 2010-2015 Public Housing Five Yeas Agency Plan and FY 2010-2011 Annual Plan. SET MATTERS PUBLIC HEARINGS Page 5 of 8 BIB] 40073-U01 2009-U02 06-U02 03-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO122580-U03 DO125158-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 9/9/2009-U04 ROBIN-U04