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Home My WebLink About1995 09 06 CC MIN1995 09 06 CC MINòw @˜{RCC MIN SEP 6 1995[Þ›[Hf8 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CITY HALL, 14403 EAST PACIFIC AVENUE, WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 6, 1995 The City Council of the City of Baldwin Park met in regular session in the Council Chambers at 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS LOWES, LOZANO, MARTINEZ, MUSE, AND MAYOR VARGAS ALSO PRESENT: City Attorney Bower, Chief of Police Lanza, Dir. of Administrative Services Yeats, Dir. of Human Service Nunez, Dir. of Public Works Mousavi, City Treasurer Montenegro, and City Clerk Gair 00- City Attorney Bower stated that after the agenda was posted a Subsequent Need Item became necessary for discussion on Closed Session pursuant to Government Code 54958.9(b)(1) pending litigation. It was moved and seconded to add Subsequent Need Item to the agenda pertaining to pending litigation, one case, Abalo, et al. V. Chevron Chemical Company, et al., pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(b)(1). MIS/C: MARTINEZ(MUSE. There were no objections. 00- Program Coordinator Salas told of the event and introduced Junior Olympic National Champion, Jason lngwaldson, National Champions Junior Golden Gloves, Steven Luevano, Marshal Martinez, Richard Garcia, and Blue and Gold Champion Armando Figueroa. Mayor Vargas presented Awards of Merit to Junior Olympic National Champion lngwaldson, National Champions Luevano, Martinez, Garcia and the Blue and Gold Champion Figueroa. Mayor Vargas acknowledged Hugo Biaselli, owner of Emil's Shoe Repair for being in business in the City for 50 years. BIB] 37175-U01 CC-U02 MIN-U02 SEP-U02 6-U02 1995-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO3433-U03 FO3520-U03 FO3553-U03 DO3554-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 10/11/2001-U04 ADMIN-U04 BIB] 37260-U01 1995-U02 09-U02 06-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO3433-U03 FO3520-U03 DO3554-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 10/11/2001-U04 ADMIN-U04 CITY-U05 COUNCIL-U05 MINUTES-U05 1995 09 06 CC MINòw @˜{RCC MIN SEP 6 1995[Þ›[Hf8REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL PAGE NO. 2 OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK SEPTEMBER 6,1995 ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Vargas declared Oral Communications open and invited those wishing to speak on any subject to come forward. Aileen Plnhero, 13009 Amar Rd., spoke regarding the Logo's and gave the history of the development of the Hub" logo. She stated that the new logos are not necessary and that they are not representative of the community. Roy Test, 15115 Kenoak, stated that he was surprised at changing the logo, the current logo is recognizable and has a history. He also stated that he liked the drawings for the Annex Building and suggested power assisted doors and the patio roof area be tilted to a 45 degree angle to provide shade. Jeanne Martens, 14847 Sierra Way, stated that she tried to look at the logos with an open mind and did not see Baldwin Park in the new logos. She also commented on the restrictive times of the yard sales for people moving, and suggested yard sales be allowed the first weekend of every month. Evelia Sanchez, 3934 Walnut, stated that she liked the logos and that they showed the City as progressive. She also invited Council and the Department Directors to Kids Kare on Sunday, which will be covered by the news media. Rodney McPherson, 3562 Ahem, stated that the City hired Transtech to do a citywide suggested route to school map project, and inquired about the presentation to Council and to the public. He also commented on the traffic in front of Jones Jr. High, and invited Council to witness the traffic on any school day. Bill Van Cleave, 13232 Emery, commented on the meaning of the Hub" logo and the importance on keeping an established logo. He stated that Tru-Valu representatives from Chicago were impressed with the Hub logo, and that Baldwin Park is the hub of the San Gabriel Valley. He also stated that the stripping on Frazier Street has not been completed. There being no other speakers, Mayor Vargas declared Oral Communications closed. 00- CONSENT CALENDAR The Consent Calendar consisted of the following items: 1. Approval of Certificate of Posting for September 6,1995 BIB] 37175-U01 CC-U02 MIN-U02 SEP-U02 6-U02 1995-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO3433-U03 FO3520-U03 FO3553-U03 DO3554-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 10/11/2001-U04 ADMIN-U04 BIB] 37260-U01 1995-U02 09-U02 06-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO3433-U03 FO3520-U03 DO3554-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 10/11/2001-U04 ADMIN-U04 CITY-U05 COUNCIL-U05 MINUTES-U05 1995 09 06 CC MINòw @˜{RCC MIN SEP 6 1995[Þ›[Hf8REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL PAGE NO. 3 OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK SEPTEMBER 6,1995 2. Approve Minutes: Regular Meeting: August 16,1995 3. Waive Further Reading and Adopt RESOLUTION NO.95-59 ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK 4. Approve Design and Authorize to Solicit Bids Francisquito Avenue CIP 311 5. Waive Further Reading and Adopt RESOLUTION NO.95-60 APPROVAL TO AMEND RESOLUTION NO. 95-49 A BASIC SALARY PLAN 6. Approve Agreement Sentient Systems City Staff Training Session 7. Approve Award of Contract Landscape Service Pro-Turf Landscape Company 8. Approve Award of Contract Topographical Survey and Design Services FY 1995-96 CDBG Funded Street Improvement Program CIP 310 ASL Consulting Engineers Councilmember Lowes requested Item No.5 be removed for separate consideration. It was moved and seconded to approve Consent Calendar Items 1-4 and 6-8. MIS/C: MARTINEZ/MUSE. Mayor pro tem Martinez abstained to Item No.3 due to a possible conflict of interest. Councilmember Lowes moved approval of Resolution No.95-60 with a title change from Director of Administrative Services to the title of City Manager along with direction from Council to maintain and continue the Executive Team concept. Motion died due to the lack of a second. Mayor Vargas stated that Director of Administrative Services Yeats would be assuming more responsibilities, but the Executive-Team has been diligent over the last two years, and Council majority supports that concept. Councilmember Lowes stated that she has confidence in Director Yeats, that if he is doing the job, he needs to hold the title, and the future loss of one Executive-Team member could upset the balance. BIB] 37175-U01 CC-U02 MIN-U02 SEP-U02 6-U02 1995-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO3433-U03 FO3520-U03 FO3553-U03 DO3554-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 10/11/2001-U04 ADMIN-U04 BIB] 37260-U01 1995-U02 09-U02 06-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO3433-U03 FO3520-U03 DO3554-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 10/11/2001-U04 ADMIN-U04 CITY-U05 COUNCIL-U05 MINUTES-U05 1995 09 06 CC MINòw @˜{RCC MIN SEP 6 1995[Þ›[Hf8REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL PAGE NO. 4 OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK SEPTEMBER 6,1995 It was moved and seconded to approve Item No. 5 as presented. MIS/C: MARTINEZ(LOZANO. There were no objections. 00- REPORTS OF OFFICERS. COMMISSIONS AND COMMITTEES Administrative Assistant Roessler recommended support, by resolution, of a tippler fee and tobacco tax to generate hundreds of millions of dollars in revenues to fund public safety, health care and other critical services for Los Angeles County. The Tippler's Tax would establish a 10% tax on the consumption of alcohol at the point of consumption. The second proposal would allow counties to impose a local tax on the sale of cigarettes, up to 25 cents a pack. The Tippler's Tax would generate $250- $300 million each year. That money can go toward health care, public safety, and other vital services countywide. Staff recommended approval. It was moved and seconded to approve RESOLUTION NO.95-61, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK IN SUPPORT OF A TIPPLER FEE AND TOBACCO TAX." MIS/C: MARTINEZ/LOZANO. There were no objections. 00- COUNCIL/STAFF REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Mayor pro tem Martinez requested 1) staff look into a cooling system for the gym. He also stated that the Blue and Gold Tournament was fantastic; and 2) plans for the Annex Building be placed with the Status Report. Mayor Vargas stated the tournament was excellent, and he suggested staff contact Honeywell to work out the cooling process for the gym. He requested 1) Council have input into the Park Master Plan; and 2) Place Barnes Park on the Study Session prior to the plan being presented. Councilmember Lozano requested 1) letters be sent to the majority members of the Senate Appropriations Committee regarding the CDBG funding and the agreement from Congress that the funding would be the same from FY 1995; and 2) a representative from staff attend the West Covina Homeless Program on September 21 at 5 p.m. Councilm ember Lowes requested 1) the horseshoe pits be located at Morgan Park rather than Barnes Park. She stated that while she was on vacation an incident was reported in the newspaper regarding her family and she thanked everyone for their calls and cards of support. BIB] 37175-U01 CC-U02 MIN-U02 SEP-U02 6-U02 1995-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO3433-U03 FO3520-U03 FO3553-U03 DO3554-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 10/11/2001-U04 ADMIN-U04 BIB] 37260-U01 1995-U02 09-U02 06-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO3433-U03 FO3520-U03 DO3554-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 10/11/2001-U04 ADMIN-U04 CITY-U05 COUNCIL-U05 MINUTES-U05 1995 09 06 CC MINòw @˜{RCC MIN SEP 6 1995[Þ›[Hf8REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL PAGE NO. 5 OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK SEPTEMBER 6,1995 Council ember Muse informed the members of the audience about a meeting pertaining to ground water cleanup on October 10, and she encouraged everyone to attend the meeting. The regular meeting of the City Council was recessed at 7:51 p.m. The regular meeting of the City Council was reconvened at 7:52 p.m. Roll call remained the same. 00- CLOSED SESSION The regular meeting of the City Council adjourned to a Closed Session to consider 1) pending litigation, pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(b)(1); 2) CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR, Negotiator: Nadja Cole, Employee Organization: Baldwin Park Police Association, pursuant to Government Code Section 549573.6; 3) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL EXISTING LITIGATION, City of Baldwin Park, et al. v Greenberg, Glusker, Fields, Claman & Machtinger, pursuant to Government Code 54956.9. Council accepted the settlement agreement for Greenberg, Glusker, Fields, Claman & Machtinger in the amount of $50,000 for their part as a general settlement agreement. No action was taken on other Closed Session items. The regular meeting of the City Council was adjourned at 8:35 p.m. There were no object ions. LINDA L. GAIR, CITY CLERK BIB] 37175-U01 CC-U02 MIN-U02 SEP-U02 6-U02 1995-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO3433-U03 FO3520-U03 FO3553-U03 DO3554-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 10/11/2001-U04 ADMIN-U04 BIB] 37260-U01 1995-U02 09-U02 06-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO3433-U03 FO3520-U03 DO3554-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 10/11/2001-U04 ADMIN-U04 CITY-U05 COUNCIL-U05 MINUTES-U05