HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995 12 06 CC MIN1995 12 06 CC MINòw @˜ z å CC MIN DEC 6 1995[Þ›[H48 REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN
PARK, CITY HALL, 14403 EAST PACIFIC
AVENUE, WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 6,
1995 AT 7:00 PM.
The City Council of the City of Baldwin Park
met in regular session in the Council
Chambers
ROLL CALL: PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS LOWES, LOZANO,
MARTINEZ, MUSE, AND MAYOR VARGAS
ALSO PRESENT: City Attorney Bower,
Dir. of Administrative Services Yeats,
Chief of Police Lanza,
Dir. of Public Works Mousavi,
Dir. of Rec/Community Services Nunez,
City Treasurer Montenegro,
Deputy City Clerk Branek, and
City Clerk Gair
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The Special Presentation GFOA Certificate of Achievements for Excellence in
Financial Reporting was continued to the regular meeting of the City Council on
December 20th.
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City Clerk Gair stated that after the agenda was posted a Subsequent Need Item arose
to take action on under Reports of Officers as Item No. ll.C.1" It is necessary to adopt
an ordinance pertaining to Business License due to a proposed Business License
computer program that was not acceptable and affected scheduling.
It was moved and seconded to add the Subsequent Need Item to the agenda to adopt
an ordinance pertaining to Business Licensing. MIS/C: MARTINEZ/LOZANO. There
were no objections.
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ORAL COMMUNICATION
Mayor Vargas declared Oral Communications open and invited those wishing to
speak on any subject to come forward.
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1995 12 06 CC MINòw @˜ z å CC MIN DEC 6 1995[Þ›[H48REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL PAGE NO. 2
OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK DECEMBER 6, 1995
Aileen Pinehero, 13009 Amar Rd., stated the history of J. W. Morgan, the man that
donated Morgan Park to the youth of the City. She also related some of the facts of
Caesar Chavez. She stated that she opposed changing the name of Morgan Park to
Caesar Chavez Park, because he had nothing to do with Baldwin Park.
Lorraine O'Brien, 1212 5. Valinda, West Covina, asked to change the name of Morgan
Park to someone that had done something for the City, and suggested the Monteneg re's.
She opposed naming the park after Caesar Chavez.
Rodney McPherson, 3562 Ahern Dr., thanked Council for the crossing guard at Jones
Jr. High School. He also thanked Councilmembers Lowes and Muse for visiting the site.
Roy Test, 15115 Kenoak, stated that he wants Morgan Park to remain Morgan Park, and
wants the place where the senior citizens meet to be known as the Baldwin Park Senior
Citizen Center. He also stated that he did not want any new logos.
Mayor Vargas declared Oral Communications closed.
Mayor Vargas explained that changing the name of the Morgan Park is something that
he is committed to, and that Caesar Chavez is a role model that spoke out for those
that could not speak for themselves. The City is comprised of 74% Hispanic residents
and many would favor the name change. He further stated that he would be happy to
discuss his belief with anyone willing to listen.
Councilmember Lowes agreed that the buildings should be named, but stated that she
has received several phone calls opposing the name change of the park. She suggested
naming the amphi-theater after Caesar Chavez and possibly erecting a statue in the area.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
The Consent Calendar consisted of the following items:
1. Approval of Certificate of Posting for December 6, 1995
2. Approve Minutes:
Regular Meeting: November 15,1995
Adjourned Regular Meeting: November 16,1995
Study Session: November 15, 1995
3. Waive Further Reading and Adopt
RESOLUTION NO.95-80 ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
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OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK DECEMBER 6, 1995
AGAINST THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK
4. Approve Memorandum of Understanding Bikeway Project MTA
5. Waive Further Reading and Adopt
RESOLUTION NO. 95-81 URGING THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC
UTILITIES COMMISSION TO REJECT
THE TELECOMMUNICATIONS
INDUSTRY'S PROPOSAL TO
INTRODUCE A NEW 626 AREA CODE
IN THE SAN GABRIEL VALLEY
6. Approve Appropriation Additional CDBG Funds Annex Building/Senior
Center Renovation Project CIP 314
7. Approve Award of Contract Design Services Central Park West
David Evans and Associates
City Clerk Gair requested that Item No.1 be removed from the agenda for later
consideration.
Councilmember Lowes requested Item No.4 be removed for separate consideration.
It was moved and seconded to approve Consent Calendar Items No.1-3 and 5-6.
MIS/C: LOWES/LOZANO. There were no objections.
In response to Councilmember Lowes, Director of Public Works Mousavi stated that if
the grant is not enough money to complete the bikeway, that there is gas tax and other
funding available. The original estimate for the bikeway was $35,000, and currently, the
department does not expect any overruns. He further explained, if necessary, the lane
line would be relocated to accommodate the bikeway, and the design process details
will be analyzed and brought back to Council before implementation. The pavement
management system is already in place, so that would not affect that portion of the
agreement.
It was moved and seconded to approve Item No.4. MIS/C: LOWES/MUSE. There
were no objections.
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PUBLIC HEARING
Mayor Vargas introduced the Public Hearing pertaining to the Adoption of the
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Uniform Building Code, 1994, Edition, the Variance for Regulations, the Uniform Fire
Code, 1994 Edition, the National Electrical Code, 1993 Edition, the Uniform Housing
Code, 1994 Edition, the Uniform Mechanical Code, 1994 Edition, the Uniform
Plumbing Code, 1994 Edition, and the Uniform Swimming Pool code, 1994 Edition."'
Director of Public Works Mousavi requested approval of an ordinance amending the
Baldwin Park Municipal Code adopting, by reference the current editions of the new
uniform codes. The ordinance was introduced at the regular meeting of the City Council
on November 15, 1995, and that ordinance sets a public hearing. Staff recommended
that the ordinance be approved.
Mayor Vargas declared the Public Hearing open and invited those wishing to speak on
the adoption of the new Uniform Codes to come forward. There were none.
Mayor Vargas declared the Public Hearing closed.
It was moved and seconded to approve Ordinance No.1108, AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS
OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE ADOPTION OF NEW
UNIFORM CODES Second Reading)." M/S/C: MARTINEZ/MUSE. There were no
objections.
Mayor Vargas introduced the Public Hearing pertaining to the approval of conditions
for Parcel Map 1286; Owner: Domingo Rodriguez and Irene Mendez; Property
Location: 3706-08 Rhodes Lane)."
Director of Public Works Mousavi requested Council reconsider the appeal of Mr.
Domingo Rodriguez and Ms. Irene Mendez for the Tentative Parcel Map 1286 and
approve the conditions for the parcel map. Staff was previously directed to develop a
set of conditions that were applicable to this special case. The conditions were outlined
in the staff report. It was recommended to approve Parcel Map 1286 with the conditions
listed within the report.
Mayor Vargas declared the Public Hearing open and invited those wishing to speak on
Tentative Parcel Map 1286 to come forward.
Domingo Rodriguez, 3708 Rhodes Lane, thanked Council, especially Councilmembers
Lowes and Muse, for visiting the site and for their understanding.
There being no other speakers, Mayor Vargas declared the Public Hearing closed.
It was moved and seconded to approve Resolution No.95-82, A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING THE
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CONDITIONS FOR TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 1288." MIS/C: MARTINEZ(MUSE.
There were no objections.
REPORTS OF OFFICERS. COMMISSIONS. AND COMMITTEES
Director of Recreation/Community Services Nunez requested Council approval to
waive the formal bidding process as outlined in the Municipal Code and to approve an
agreement with James N. Andrew to complete a Transit System Assessment.
Currently the City contracts with DAVE Transportation for paratransit services as part
of Westpark. An Ad-Hoc Committee was established to study the transportation
issues and access the needs of the community. In addition, a survey of nine cities in
the San Gabriel Valley was conducted by Department Staff to learn what other
communities are providing for transportation service. Staff received a
recommendation from MTA pertaining to James N. Andrew as a consultant. Staff met
with Mr. Andrew to review his formal qualifications and references. Staff
recommended approval of the consulting contract.
It was moved and seconded to waive the formal bid process and approve the
agreement with Mr. James Andrew to perform a transportation study.
Furthermore that the Council appropriate $20,000 from the city's share of
Proposition A local returns. MIS/C: LOWES/LOZANO. There were no objections.
Director of Public Works Mousavi requested Council award a contract to Avacon
Corporation for the design and preparation of drawings and contract documents for the
Olive Street and Maine Avenue storm drain facilities. Avacon previously performed
a hydrology study on the Olive Street and Maine Avenue storm drain that resulted in
eight alternatives for resolving the flooding problem in the area. Staff and two
Councilmembers met with the Irwindale City Council and staff to discuss the flooding
problem, as well as the reconstruction of Olive Street. After the meeting, Council
representatives recommended that Baldwin Park proceed with Alternative E-3. Staff
will continue to negotiate with the City of Irwindale to complete the reconstruction of
the easterly portion of the project. By completing the construction of Phase 1,
flooding will be reduced along Olive Street. With the completion of Phase 2 and the
easterly portion of the project, flooding will be eliminated altogether along Olive Street
and Maine Avenue. Avacon agreed to prepare the plans and contract documents for
Phases 1 and 2 of the westerly portion of the storm drain for $59,500. The Engineer's
Estimate for the construction of only Phase 1 is $500,000. CDBG funds in the amount
of $487,000 was allocated for this project plus an additional $45,000 pledged by the
Baldwin Park Unified School District. Staff recommended approval.
Council discussed the possible lack of participation by the City of Irwindale, and the
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possibility of sidewalks on Olive Street.
It was moved and seconded to award the contract to Avacon Corporation in the
amount of $59,500 for the design and preparation of drawings and contract
documents for all phases of the westerly portion of storm drain facilities for Olive
Street and Maine Avenue. MIS/C: LOWES/MUSE. There were no objections.
City Clerk Gair requested Council approval of an Ordinance to amend the Baldwin Park
Municipal Code relating to Business License Taxes. It was necessary for this to be
a Subsequent Need Item due to the need arising for the adoption of the ordinance after
the posting of the agenda. In preparation for the implementation of a new business
license computer program, one of the goals for the City Clerk's Department was to
change business license renewals from an annual renewal date of January 1, of each
year to a monthly renewal based on the anniversary date of application. This process will
speed up the renewal process, save time, allow for greater accuracy, and eliminate partial
payment licenses. Now all fees will be at 100% and controlled by the anniversary month.
The total conversion to anniversary month issuance of license, has been spread over a
18 month period which is included in the body of the ordinance. It was recommended
that Council approve introducing Ordinance No.1109.
It was moved and seconded to Introduce Ordinance No.1109, AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING CHAPTER 111 RELATING TO BUSINESS
LICENSE TAXES," for first reading, to be read in title only, and all further reading be
waived. MIS/C: MARTINEZ(MUSE. There were no objections.
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COUNCIL./STAFF REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Lowes requested 1) that a disaster check list, that contains the
phone numbers of organizations to be contacted in the event of an emergency, be
given out to everyone at City Hall; and 2) a Study Session be set for a disaster
preparation update. She also read a statement from the League of Cities that was
presented to the President and the Senate pertaining to a balanced deficit elimination.
She gave a packet on organizing a volunteer program to the Director of
Recreation/Community Services. She stated that this Council is one of the lowest
paid and would like that looked into. While in Phoenix, she spoke with Ted Gabler,
the author of Reinventing Government." She attended a Mayor's function at the
Getty's House, that used to be Mayor Bradley's home. Mayor Riordan presented a
plaque to the City as a thank you for participating in the New Los Angeles Marketing
Partnership.
Councilmember Muse requested 1) Staff see if it is feasible to rent our meeting
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rooms in possibly the Community Center, but definitely the old senior center, to the
public for private parties; and 2) Chief Lanza and Director Nunez participate in
organizing a Youth and Family Master Plan.
Councilmember Lowes stated that she would support renting out rooms in the old senior
center, but is opposed to renting out rooms in the Community Center.
Mayor pro tem Martinez stated that it would be financially beneficial to the City to rent out
the Community Center on a Sunday and bring in two part time people to run it.
Councilmember Lozano inquired if TCI would do a follow up with Council in a Study
Session. Several senior citizens and students are interested in participating in working
with the cable company. He announced that next year will be City Treasurer
Montenegro's 2Oth year serving as City Treasurer. He requested staff review raising the
City Treasurer's salary.
Mayor Vargas announced if a pay raise was initiated it would implemented after the next
election. He suggested putting together an advisory committee made up of a couple of
business owners and community people to look at the salary of the Council.
Councilm ember Lowes suggested that Nadja Cole find out from the State what is allowed
for Council to receive as a salary.
Mayor Vargas requested that Nadja Cole put together a citizen advisory committee to
make a recommendation to Council on the pay raise for Council and the City Treasurer.
Mayor Vargas stated that a newly elected School Board Member is excited to work on
an effective Youth and Family Master Plan that would focus on the resources that the City
has available. He requested that an Ad-Hoc Committee be appointed for Emergency
Preparedness. Councilmembers Lowes and Lozano volunteered to serve on the
committee. He suggested Director Mousavi work with the business owners and bring a
recommendation to Council pertaining to Maine Street. Councilmember Lowes and
Lozano volunteered to serve on the Maine Street Committee. He thanked
Councilmember Lowes for attending the Mayor's function at the Getty House.
In response to Mayor Vargas, City Clerk Gair stated that she would get information
pertaining to the fish sign" at Snyder Moving Co.
Councilm ember Muse requested that a committee be formed pertaining to the City's 40th
Anniversary. The January issue of the NOW will have a tribute to the City's 40 years.
Mayor pro tem Martinez announced 1) the Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony at Morgan
Park on December 7th, and that the Sierra Vista Varsity Football Team will be
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recognized for their accomplishments this year; and 2) that on December 19th at 7:00
p.m. Guadalajara Grill will host a Las Posadas. He requested Director Nunez invite the
Football Team of St. John the Baptist School be present at one of the Council meetings.
It was moved and seconded to adjourn the regular meeting of the City Council at 8:45
p.m. in memory of past Planning Commissioner Adrienne Gaffers. LOWES/LOZANO.
There were no objections.
LINDA L. GAIR, CITY CLERK
BETTY BRANEK, DEPUTY CITY CLERK
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