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Home My WebLink About2001 10 17 CC MIN2001 10 17 CC MINòw @˜†§COUNCIL CHAMBER OCTOBER 17, 2001 14403 E. PACIFIC AVENUE WEDNESDAY BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706 7:00 P.M. The C8TY COUNCIL of the City of Baldwin Park met in REGULAR SESSION at the above time and place. ROLL CALL Present: Council Members: Marien Garcia, Ricardo Pacheco, Bill Van Cleave, Mayor Pro-Tern Linda Gair, and Mayor Manuel Lozano Also Present: Dayle Ke!ler, Chief Executive Officer; Arnoid Alvarez-Giasman, CJty Attorney; Mark Kling, Chief of Police; Jose Sanchez, Finance Director; Shafique Nayier, Public Works Director; Rick Forintos, Community Development Director; Manny Carrillo, Recreation/Community Services Director; Kathryn Tizcareno, City Clerk; and Kathleen Sessman, Office Assistant Absent/Excused: Maria A. Contreras, City Treasurer and Rosemary M. Ramirez, Chief Deputy City Clerk ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Lozano requested that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Joseph Pepe" Miranda, a 6-- year veteran of the Los Angeles Police Department. He requested that a letter of condolence be sent to the family. Councilmember Garcia invited the audience and staff to attend Kaiser Permanente's Annual Family Health Fair. It will be held Saturday, October 20, 2001, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. A variety of services wiN be provided, free of charge. Councilmember Pacheco acknowledged Assemblyman Ed Chavez who was in the audience and thanked the Council and staff for the new lights at Barnes Park. Mayor Pro Tern Gair wished Counciimember Garcia a Happy Birthday. Mayor Lozano expressed his support and prayers for the troops that are across the sea, in the Middle East. He announced that Thursday's vigil was a complete success, noting that hundreds of people were present to show their support and offer their prayers. PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS An Award of Appreciation was presented to Assemblyman Edward Chavez, 57th Assembly District, in appreciation for his support in providing grant funding for the proposed soccer field in the City of Baldwin Park. Awards of Recognition were presented to the 2000-2001 Santa Fe Schoo! Student Council Officers, Student Council Representatives, and Teacher Coordinators for ail their hard work and dedication. BIB] 37285-U01 2001-U02 10-U02 17-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8621-U03 DO8653-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 01/28/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 MEETING-U05 MINUTES-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 2001 10 17 CC MINòw @˜†§City Council Minutes October 17, 2001 Page 2 PUBUC COMMUNICATIONS SPECIAL THANKS TO SANTA FE TEACHER DANTE ZARATE Rosalba S. Alvarez expressed her appreciation to Santa Fe School teacher Mr. Dante Zarate, for all of his hard work and dedication to the children of Baldwin Park. BALDWIN PARK VIG8L Mila Alba commended the Council and Director CarriiSo for the well-pianned and organized vigil that took place on Thursday, October 11, 2001. MUNICIPALLY OWNED UTILITY 1020-50) Mr. Bob Steen, representative of Southern California Edison, presented a report to the City Council regarding Agenda Item 3-D. Mr. Steen stated that the events of the last couple of month has shown us that the crisis has passed. He recommended that the City Council conduct a feasibility study before any finai decisions are made on this issue. He thanked the City Council for the opportunity to speak. C3TY COUNC8L THANKED FOR APPROVING SIGNAL INSTALLATION BALDWIN PARK BOULEVARD & CALAIS STREET Amanda Serrate thanked the Council for approving the installation of the traffic Sight at Baldwin Park Boulevard and Calais Street. She asked if something couid be done about clearing the vegetation away from crosswalks and schoo! crossing signs, CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVED A motion was made to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. 1 A-l as presented, and as follows: MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Gair SECOND: Councilmember Pacheco Motion Carried MINUTES 610-40) The minutes of May 31, 2001 Special Joint Meeting); August 29, 2001 Special Joint Meeting); and October 3, 2001 Study & Regular), were approved as presented. CLAIMS AND DEMANDS 300-30) Further reading was waived, read by title only, and Resolution No. 2001-107 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY OP BALDWIN PARK," was adopted. Councilman Bill Van Cleave abstained on all warrants to Mr. Bills Hardware financial conflict of interest). TREASURER'S REPORT FOR THE MONTH OP SEPTEMBER, 2001 320-20) Report was received and filed. BIB] 37285-U01 2001-U02 10-U02 17-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8621-U03 DO8653-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 01/28/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 MEETING-U05 MINUTES-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 2001 10 17 CC MINòw @˜†§City Council Minutes October 17, 2001 Page 3 CLAIM REJECTION JULIAN & MARJA TIJERINA 01 001A) 170-70) The City Council rejected the claim of Julian & Maria Tijerina 01 001A) and directed staff to send the appropriate notice of rejection to claimants. CONTINUATION OF SALARY LEVELS AND BENEFITS FOR RESERVISTS ON ACTIVE DUTY DURING THE USA MILITARY EFFORTS AGAINST TERRORISM" 700-20) Further reading was waived, read by title on!y, and Resolution 2001-104 entitled A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, iN SUPPORT OF CITY OF BALDWIN PARK EMPLOYEES WHO ARE MEMBERS OF THE ARMED FORCES SERVING DURING THE USA MILITARY EFFORTS AGAINST TERRORISM," was adopted. RESOLUTION DECLARING CSTY COUNCIL SUPPORT OF MT. SAN ANTONIO COLLEGE MEASURE R" 630-30) Further reading was waived, read by title only, and Resolution No. 2001-105 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CiTY COUNCiL OF THE CiTY OF BALDWIN PARK, DECLARING ITS SUPPORT OF MEASURE R," was adopted. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR THE S.E.8.U. LOCAL 347 UNIT OF CLERICAL EMPLOYEES' GROUP FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2001 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2003 730-25) The City Council ratified the Memorandum of Understanding for the S.E.i.U Local 347 Unit of Clerical Employees' Group. MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR THE PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2001 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2003 730-25) The City Council ratified the Memorandum of Understanding for the Professional and Technical Employees' Association. RESOLUTION AMENDING THE SALARY RANGES FOR S.E.i.U. LOCAL 347 GENERAL UN8T OF CLERICAL EMPLOYEES' GROUP AND THE PROFESSIONAL AND TECHNICAL EMPLOYEES' ASSOCIATION 700-20) Further reading was waived, read by title only, and Resolution 2001-094 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING RESOLUTION 2001-091 A BASIC SALARY PLAN FOR THE EMPLOYEES OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK S.E.i.U Local 347 Generat Unit of Clerical Employees' Group)," was adopted. PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER APPROVAL OF A DEVELOPMENT PLAN TO ALLOW THE CONSTRUCTION OF A FOUR 4) UNIT, SINGLE-FAMILY, DETACHED, RESIDENTIAL PLANNED DEVELOPMENT; CASE NO. DR-16; LOCATION: 4213-4219 DOWNING AVENUE; APPLICANT: DELIA GONG, REPRESENTING RAGON CORPORATION 410-60) BIB] 37285-U01 2001-U02 10-U02 17-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8621-U03 DO8653-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 01/28/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 MEETING-U05 MINUTES-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 2001 10 17 CC MINòw @˜†§City Council Minutes October 17, 2001 Page 4 Principal Planner Amy Harbin presented report as foilows: This application requests City Council approval of a Development Plan for the development of a four 4) unit, single-family, detached residential project on Downing Avenue. Staff feels that this project meets the purpose and intent of the Planned Development Overlay Ordinance. Approval of this project wifi result in substantial improvements to the neighborhood. It should also be noted, that at their meeting held August 22, 2001, the Planning Commission, with a 4-1 vote, voted to recommended that the City Council approved the proposed project. Mayor Lozano declared the pubiic hearing OPEN for public participation. There was no one wishing to speak, therefore Mayor Lozano declared the public hearing CLOSED. A motion was made to waive further reading, read by title only, and adopt Resolution No. 2001- 097 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING A DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF A FOUR 4) UNIT SINGLE FAMILY DETACHED RESIDENTIAL PROJECT; CASE NO: DR-16; LOCATION; 4213-4219 DOWNING AVENUE; APPLICANT: DELiA GONG, REPRESENTING RAGON CORPORATION." MOTION: CouncilmemberVan Cleave SECOND: CouncilmemberPacheco Motion Carried REPORTS OF OFFICERS HOUSING COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS Continued from September 5, 2001) 110-20) A motion was made to waive further reading, read by titie only and adopt Resolution No. 2001-092 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2001-058, APPOINTING ANA LUJAN TO OFFICE NO. 2 and BARBARA WYNN TO OFFICE NO 7 TENANT COMMISSIONER), OF THE HOUSING COMMISSEON." MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Gair SECOND: Councilmember Pacheco Motion Carried LEWIS PROJECT ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT ADMINISTRATION EDA) OFF-SITE IMPROVEMENT GRANT 450-20) A motion was made to authorize the Chief Executive Officer to execute three 3) original Financial Assistance Award Documents and to return two 2) of the signed Documents to the Economic Development Administration prior to November 4, 2001. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Gair SECOND: Councilmember Garcia Motion Carried LEWIS PROJECT HUD SECTION 108 LOAN 450-20) A motion was made to receive and file the letter dated October 8, 2001 from Mayor Lozano and ratify the Mayor's execution and submittal of the October 8, 2001 letter to Donna M. Abbenante of HUD and the HUD Form 2880 Applicant/Recipient Disclosure/Update Report. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Gair SECOND: Councilmember Garcia Motion Carried BIB] 37285-U01 2001-U02 10-U02 17-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8621-U03 DO8653-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 01/28/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 MEETING-U05 MINUTES-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 2001 10 17 CC MINòw @˜†§City Council Minutes October 17, 2001 Page 5 ADOPT RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE FORMATION OF A MUNiClPALLY OWNED UTILITY 1020-50) Mayor Pro Tern Gair expressed her concern in regards to the City's iiabiiity and the change in the situation with the electricity within the State. At this time, Mayor Pro Tern Gair is unable to support this issue. Councilmember Van Cleave expressed his support. He noted the importance of looking into other options. A Municipally Owned Utility would be keep money in Baldwin Park and would lower the price of electricity for residents. Councilmember Van Cleave feels that the prices presently being charged for electricity are ridiculous and something has to be done. This is definitely an issue worth looking into. Councilmember Garcia agrees that the City needs to keep its options open and passing this resolution does not obligate the City into anything, it does however, give the City the option of having its own Utilities. Mayor Lozano feels that this is a great opportunity to explore. Councilmember Pacheco stated that other Cities that have their own utilities are able to put back monies into their general fund, which is extremely helpful to the Community. He pointed out that a public utility would be accountable only to its residents, and not to share holders or executives. This is an option. Approving this resolution does not obligate the City to anything more than allowing the City to look at the feasibility of a project. A motion was made to waive further reading, read by title only, and adopt Resolution No. 2001- 106 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK TO ESTABLISH, PURCHASE, AND/OR OPERATE A PUBLIC UTILITY, PURSUANT TO PUBLIC UTILITIES CODE SECTION 10001, ET. SEQ., AND THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA, ARTICLE 11, SECTION 9." MOTION: Councilmember Pacheco SECOND: Councilmember Van Cleave Motion Carried NOES: Mayor Pro Tern Gair REPORT ON CETY VOLUNTEER PROGRAM 710-70) Mayor Pro Tern Gair requested that we work with the School District so that students can volunteer and get credit towards the community service hours they need to graduate. Personnel/Risk Manager Mesa stated that at present, the Finance Committee is looking at a number of agencies within the City. He further stated that on October 22, 2001, at 2:00 p.m., the Finance Committee will meet and review the progress and status of the volunteer program. Councilmember Pacheco requested that this matter be brought back to Council during a study session so that Councilmembers may have the opportunity to provide input. He also requested that the Personnel Commission's duties be expanded to include the volunteer program. Councilmember Garcia responded to Councilmember Pacheco's request by stating that the goal of the Finance Committee is to recommend programs that will eventually become independent. The Finance Committee provides focus and assistance until the program(s) become self-sufficient. BIB] 37285-U01 2001-U02 10-U02 17-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8621-U03 DO8653-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 01/28/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 MEETING-U05 MINUTES-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 2001 10 17 CC MINòw @˜†§City Council Minutes October 17, 2001 Page 6 A motion was made to receive and fiie. Staff was directed to bring back a Finance Committee status report to the Study Session Meeting of November 19, 2001, regarding the Volunteer Program. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Gair SECOND: Counciimember Garcia Motion Carried MEMBERSHIP TO PARTICIPATE IN COALITION OF PRACTICAL REGULATION CPR) RELATED TO MUNICIPAL NATIONAL POLLUTANT DISCHARGE ELIMINATION SYSTEM NPDES) 810-80) A motion was made to authorize the Director of Public Works to join the Coalition of Practical Regulation CPR) on behalf of the City, and to appropriate $10,000 from the General Fund carry- over fund balance for the purpose of joining the membership of CPR to account number 100.52.5030, project number 079. Membership fees will be used to finance administrative and legal action to challenge the restrictive NPDES permit requirements. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Gair SECOND: Counciimember Pacheco Motion Carried COUNCIL / STAFF REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS STATUS REPORT ON CSTY'S WEB SITE 150-80) Jose Sanchez, Finance Director presented Council with a handout showing the present status of City Website. Counciimember Pacheco requested that a date and time be set for the demonstration. REIMBURSEMENT OF FUNDS ASSOCIATED WITH THE SISTER CITIES ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL CONFERENCE, SEPTEMBER 19-23, 2001, 8N SANTA BARBARA, CA 140-50) The City Council unanimously approved to reimburse the Sister Cities' Association, funds in the amount of $1000 to cover the costs associated with member attendance at the Sister Cities' Association international Conference in Santa Barbara. RESCHEDULE NOVEMBER 21, 2001 CITY COUNCIL MEETING 610-15) Due to the Thanksgiving holiday, Mayor Pro Tern Gair asked that the November 21, 2001, City Councii meeting be changed to Monday, November 19, 2001. There were no objections. NEW PEDESTRIAN CROSSING DESIGN 820-95) Mayor Pro Tern Gair commented that the new pedestrian crossing design is very nice and eye catching. She inquired whether the old crosswalks would be changed. Director Naiyer responded to inquiry stating that the new crosswalk design is the City of Baldwin Park's new standard. Al! new crosswalks will be constructed using the new design. BIB] 37285-U01 2001-U02 10-U02 17-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8621-U03 DO8653-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 01/28/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 MEETING-U05 MINUTES-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 2001 10 17 CC MINòw @˜†§City Council Minutes October 17, 2001 Page 7 ADJOURNMENT There being no further matters for discussion, the meeting was adjourned at 8:10 p.m., in memory of Joseph Pepe" Miranda. Approved by the Council at their meeting held November 7, 2001. Roserrfary^^amirez, CMC Chief DeputyCTt? Cierk BIB] 37285-U01 2001-U02 10-U02 17-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8621-U03 DO8653-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 01/28/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 MEETING-U05 MINUTES-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06