HomeMy WebLinkAbout2000 02 02 CC MIN2000 02 02 CC MINòw @˜ v ê CC MIN FEB 02 2000 3H"˜8COUNCIL CHAMBER FEBRUARY 2, 2000
14403 E. PACIFIC AVENUE WEDNESDAY
BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706 7:00 P.M.
The CITY COUNCIL of the City of Baldwin Park met in REGULAR session at the above time and
place.
INVOCATION Invocation led by Pastor Jackson of Extended Hand of
Christ Church.
ROLL CALL Present: Council Members Ricardo Pacheco, Linda
Gair, Marlen Garcia, Mayor Pro-Tem William Bill" Van
Cleave, and Mayor Manuel Lozano.
Also Present: Arnold Alvarez-Glasman, City Attorney;
Dayle Keller, Interim Chief Executive Officer; Richard
LeGarra, Chief of Police; Ralph Nuner, Director of
Recreation and Community Services; Jose Sanchez,
Interim Finance Director; Shafique Naiyer, Interim
Public Works Director; Rick Forintos, Interim
Development Director; Ana Montenegro, City Treasurer;
Kathryn Tizeareno, City Clerk; and Rosemary Ramirez,
Deputy City Clerk.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS
RESIDENT CONCERNS REGARDING Larry Walton resident of Baldwin Park is in favor of
PROPOSED BUSINESS: ORTEL CO. Ortel Company. Mr. Walton stated that he is concerned
that residents are being misinformed regarding Ortel's
manufacturing process.
Victor Corona, a life long resident of Baldwin Park,
spoke at length in regards to Ortel's relocation and
requests City Council support to hire an attorney to
investigate Ortel's property relocation.
Maria Quiros 4848 Jerry, teacher at Pasadena Unified
School District, spoke in opposition of Ortel's relocation
and questioned the Baldwin Park Unified School
Districts decision to withdraw its appeal filed with the
City of Irwindale. Ms. Quiros asked for City Council
support to oppose and investigate further.
Connie Rodriguez, resident of Baldwin Park, is opposed
to Ortel and expresses concern about the future of the
residents and children located near the proposed site.
Henrietta Moreno, a resident of Baldwin Park of 38
years, is opposed to Ortel's proposed move and
questioned the legal aspects of proper noticing to
Baldwin Park residents and parents.
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Maria Quiros a 40-year resident is protesting Ortel's
move to the proposed location. Ms. Quiros also feels
that by withdrawing its appeal application, the School
Board faulted in their obligation and responsibilities
regarding the children's health, safety and welfare, Ms.
Quiros is requesting City Council support to protest
Ortel's move.
Jackie Williams, resident, questions the dedsion of the
Baldwin Park Unified School District S decision to
withdraw its appeal filed with the City of Irwindale. Ms.
Williams feels that the School Board did not act
responsibly. Ms. Williams submitted a copy of the
School Board minutes to the clerk.
Jacquelyn Haro expressed opposition stating that the
proposed Ortel site is too close to two of our schools.
Residents were not notified of this project. Ms. Haro
asked for City Council support to oppose Ortel's move.
Dan Trunco, resident of Baldwin Park, expressed
concern about Ortel's move especially with the
proposed materials that will be stored on site, and the
long-term effect that these materials may have on the
residents of Baldwin Park.
Elaine Cullen, San Gabriel Valley Economic
Partnership, stated that in its 19 years of business in
the City of Alhambra, Ortel has maintained an
impeccable record. Ortel is and will continue to be in
full compliance with all regulatory state, federal and
local Agencies. Ms. Cullen invited and encouraged
indi'viduals to research the facts on Ortel and it's
operation as it relates to their proposed relocation.
Mayor Lozano directed staff to follow up on the
following:
1) Demand meeting with Irwindale Mayor to explain
City's Position.
2) Direct CEO/City Attorney to prepare brief paper on
alternatives.
3) Seek town hall with representative of Ortel.
4) Direct staff to re-examine conduct of Irwindale's
public notice to City Council.
5) Set-up a meeting with School Board and ask that
they reconsider their position.
RECESS Mayor Lozano called for a recess at 8:15 pZm.. Council
reconvened at 8:30 p.m., with all members present.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
City Clerk Tizeareno presented the Consent Calendar
as follows:
Mayor Pro-Tern Van Cleave asked that the following
item be pulled for discussion:
1) Item 1-F, FINAL APPROVAL OF SALE OF CITY
OWNED PROPERTY; LOCATION: 41374141 N.
MAINE AVENUE; PURCHASER: DR. HERNANDEZ
APPROVAL OF MINUTES A motion was made to approve the minutes of
December 15,1999 Study Session) as presented.
CLAIMS AND DEMANDS Further reading was waived and Resolution No.2000-
10 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF
BALDWIN PARK ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS
AGAINST THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK', was
adopted. Mayor Pro-Tern Van Cleave abstained on all
warrants to Mr. Bill's Hardware financial conflict of
interest).
PURCHASE OF SEIZED VEHICLE City Council approved the purchase of a seized 1994
Mitsubishi 3OOOGT with asset4orfeiture funds and
authorized staff to allocate the net proceeds obtained
from the sale of the vehicle, towards the purchase
needed for equipment, technology, and/or
communications hardware.
APPROVE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS City Council approved the plans and specifications and
AND SOLICT BIDS, CIP 859 authorized staff to advertise and solicit bids for the
construction of median and pedestrian push button
signal, CIP 859.
ORDINANCE NO.1156 AMENDMENTS TO A motion was made to waive further reading, read by
THE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO title only, and adopt on second reading Ordinance No.
TEMPORARY USE PERMITS OUTDOOR 1156 entitled, UAN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
DISPLAYS COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF
ARTICLE 11, CHAPTER 110, OF THE BALDWIN
PARK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO
TEMPORARY USE PERMITS".
CLAIM REJECTIONS KATHERINE TRAN City Council rejected the claims of Katherine Tran and
99003); AND ERICA FORD 99 008A) Erica Ford and directed staff to send appropriate notice
of rejection to the claimants.
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CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVED A motion was made to approve the consent calendar as
presented.
MOTION: Councilman Pacheco
SECOND: Councilwoman Gair
Motion carried.
FINAL APPROVAL OF SALE OF CITY Mayor Pro-Tem Van Cleave stated that he is against
OWNED PROPERTY; LOCATION: the purchase of this property made by the city. Mayor
4137-4141 N. MAINE AVENUE; PURCHASER: Pro-Tem Van Cleave made a motion to reject this
DR. HERNANDEZ purchase.
A motion was made to approve the sale of the city
owned property; location: 41374141 N. Maine Ave.;
Purchaser Dr. Hemandez
MOTION: Councilman Pacheco
SECOND: Councilwoman Garcia
NOES: Mayor Pro-Tem Van Cleave
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING
PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING Mayor Lozano declared the Public Hearing OPEN for
UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT public participaUon.
NO.99-I
There was no one wishing to speak therefore Mayor
Lozano declared Public Hearing CLOSED.
A motion was made to adopt ResQIution No. 2OOOZ9
entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, CALIFORNIA,
DECARING ITS INTENTION TO ESTABLISH
UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT NO.99-I".
MOTION: Mayor Lozano
SECOND: Councilwoman Gair
Motion carried.
PUBLIC HEARING TO DETERMINE CITY'S Mayor Lozano declared the Public Hearing OPEN
NEEDS UNDER THE CONSOLIDATED PLANI for public participation.
ANNUAL ACTION PLAN FOR FY 2000-2001
Kay Bridge, representing East San Gabriel Valley
Coalition, 236 E. College in Covina, spoke regarding
their organizations proposed application for CDBG
funding in the amount of $15,000 and asked for
Councils support of the fund distribution. Forty4ive
percent of the residents that they help are residents of
Baldwin Park.
There was no one else wishing to speak thereof, Mayor
Lozano declared Public Hearing CLOSED.
It was noted that Council action is not required. Publlc
Hearing held for the purpose of meeting Federal
regulations and to receive publlc input.
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JOINT PUBLIC HEARING KAUFMAN AND At this time, the Mayor opened the Community
BROAD MULTI HOUSING GROUP, INC. Redevelopment Agency meeting for the purpose of
conducting the Joint Public Hearing with the City
Council.
Mayor Lozano declared the Public Hearing OPEN for
public participation.
Dan Trunco, stated that the City does not need more
senior housing and feels that Baldwin Park does not
have enough residents to fill the housing. Mr Tmnco
stated that the city needs more tax money for the City.
Larry Walton, resident, stated that effective 2001, there
would not be enough water to supply these people.
Alexis Gevorgian, Kaufman & Broad, stated that the
developer is concerned with the long-term viability of
this development and the development of the
community. Kaufman & Broad is interested in doing
business in the City of Baldwin Park.
There was no one else wishing to speak therefore,
Mayor Lozano declared Public Hearing CLOSED.
Councilwoman Gair stated that she had a problem
with this project for several reasons. The main reason
is because she is not convinced that this is the best use
for this property. She also expressed concern with the
overload this housing project would have on our
existing senior services. Councilwoman Gair ended by
stating that while she appreciated the work put into this
project on the part of Kaufman and Broad, she can not
support approval of this project.
Mayor Pro-Tem Van Cleave stated that he is 100% for
this development. Mr. Van Cleave feels that this will
bring profitable things to the City.
Mayor Lozano stated that the majority of residents in
the city of Baldwin Park are between the ages of 25-34.
Mayor Lozano feels that there is no need for additional
Senior Housing in the City of Baldwin Park. Mayor
Lozano stated that he is not in favor of this project.
A motion was made to deny the Disposition
Development Agreement and not approve Resolution
No.99-94.
MOTION: Coundlwoman Gair
SECOND: Mayor Lozano
ABSATIN: Mayor Pro-Tern Van Cleave
Motion carried.
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REPORTS OF OFFICERS, COMMISSIONS, AND COMMITTEES
NAME CHANGE OF FRAZIER STREET Mayor Pro-Tern Van Cleave stated that he was
TO CRUZ BACA STREET surprised to find out that a major stmet in Baldwin Park
is being considered for this name change. Mayor Pro
Tern Van Cleave feels that this would be too costly for
the City at this time.
Mayor Lozano stated that the reason for choosing
Frazier Street was because Mr. Cruz Baca did such a
major cultivation in that particular area.
Coundlwornan Gair reminded the Council there are
several streets in Baldwin Park that were named in
recognition or in honor of certain individuals and Frazier
is one of those streets. Councilwoman Gair explained
that she does not want to take one for the other.
A motion was made to set a Public Hearing for March 1,
2000.
MOTION: Councilman Pacheco
SECOND: Councilwoman Gair
Motion carried.
STATUS OF FISCAL YEAR 1997-98 Jose Sanchez, Interim Finance Director, presented a
AND 1998-99 AUDIT BY THE CITY'S report as follows:
INDEPENDENT AUDIT FIRM
At the City Council meeting of January 19, 2000, the
Council expressed concern that the annual financial
statements for fiscal years 1997-98 and 1998-99 were
not yet completed and directed staff to report back with
the status of the statements. In addition, the Council
inquired as to the termination of the existing contract for
audit services and the solidtation of proposals for new
auditors. Staff was also directed to examine the
ramifications, if any, should the Council decide on this
course of actions. Since it is imperative that the annual
financial reporting be brought current as soon as
possible, it is staffs recommendaflon that Council
authorize Moreland and Associates to complete the
annual financial statements for FY ending 1998-99.
Mr. Sanchez suggested that Moreland and Associates
complete the 1998-99 audit, stating that it is very
intense when a new audit firm comes in. Moreland and
Associates have been with the city of Baldwin Park for
the last 5 years, it would be in he city's best interest to
allow Moreland and Associates to complete the task at
hand and bring in a new Audit Firm at a later date.
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Councilman Pacneco expressed concern that Moreland
and Associates has had no communication with the
council in the past. The city is two years behind and
that is unacceptable to this Council.
Mayor Pro-Tern Van Cleave recommended that the city
hold off on a hiring a new audit firm until after Moreland
& Associates completes the accounting for FY 1998-99.
Councilwoman Gair feels that Moreland & Associates
was not provided with the information they needed to
complete their assignment and does not feel that they
are one-hundred percent at fault for the delay.
Councilwoman Gair feels that Moreland & Associates
should be allowed to complete the financial statements
for FY 1998-99.
After lengthy discussion a motion was made to continue
this item to an adjourned meeting to be held February
9, 2000.
MOTION: Mayor Pro-Tern Van Cleave
SECOND: Councilman Pacheco
Motion carried.
COUNCILISTAFF REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS
D.A.R.E PROGRAM Chief Le Garra informed the Council that due to
funding, he has had to remove one officer fmm the
D.A.R.E. program.
Captain Kling stated that the Police Department is
proposing an interim program that will provide a drug
and alcohol awareness curriculum at our schools.
Councilwoman Gair stated that at a previous meeting
she had suggested a joint meeting with the school
district on this matter and inquired if this had been
scheduled.
After discussion, it was agreed that the Coundl would
meet with school District Officials on a two on two
meeting to further discuss alternatives for this program.
Chief LeGarra will set up meeting.
SOCIAL WORM MONTH PROCLAMATION Councilwoman Garcia informed council that March is
Social Services Month and requested that a
proclamation be presented to Kaiser Permanente in
recognition of the social work services available through
Kaisen
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HOSTS PROGRAM Councilwoman Garcia announced that the HOSTS
program is a program that offers individuals an
opportunity to read to school children in an effort to help
students with their reading skills. Ms. Garcia invited
Council and staff to participate in this program.
GRAFFITI ISSUE Councilman Pacheco thanked staff for their work and
commended the graffiti crew for their promptness in
removing grafitti. He also thanked Shafique Nayier for
his help with getting the Metrolink to proceed with
graffiti removal on the train.
SIDEWALK SALE INQUIRY Councilwoman Gair asked staff to look into the sidewalk
sales being conducted between Star Burger and the
Chamber of Commerce merchandise is located in the
flowerbed).
COUNCIL INTERVIEWS Councilwoman Gair mentioned that Sierra Vista High
School students would like to interview Council
members.
Councilwoman Gair suggested that in the future when
interviews are requested, that staff organize such that
Councilmembers are interviewed in one session rather
than in separate sessions.
21.5 ACRE PROPERTY In response to Mayor Lozano's inquiry about the 21.5
site acre project, Director Forintos stated that
negotiations are in process.
PUBLIC SAFETY RECOGNITION EVENT Chief of Police Le Garra announced that a Public Safety
Recognition Dinner will be held on May 17Z at the
Radisson Hotel. Details and additional formation will
follow.
MONTY'S ELECTRIC ANNIVERSARY City Treasurer Montenegro announced that a 35ff'
CELEBRATION anniversary celebration would be held on April 13,
2000. Details and information will follow.
ADJOURN There being no further mailers to be discussed,
meeting was adjourned at 10:20 p.m., to Wednesday,
Febmary 9, 2000, at 4:00 p.m., in room 307 at City Hall.
Approved as pre ented, by the Council at
its meeting hel arch 15, 2000.
Rosemary M. Ramirez
Deputy City Clerk
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