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HomeMy WebLinkAbout2002 02 20 CC MIN2002 02 20 CC MINòw @˜ˆCOUNCIL CHAMBER 14403 E. PACIFIC AVENUE BALDWIN PARK, CA 91706 FEBRUARY 20, 2002 WEDNESDAY 7:00 P.M. The CITY COUNCIL of the City of Baldwin Park met in REGULAR SESSION at the above time and place. ROLL CALL Present: Counciimembers: Marien Garcia, Ricardo Pacheco, Mayor Pro-Tern Linda Gair, and Mayor Manuel Lozano Absent/Excused: Councilmember: Bill Van Cleave Also Present: Dayle Keller, Chief Executive Officer; Arnold Alvarez-Glasman, City 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; Maria A. Contreras, City Treasurer; Kathryn Tizcareno, City Clerk; Rosemary M. Ramirez, Chief Deputy City Cierk; and Kathleen Sessman, Deputy City Clerk ANNOUNCEMENTS Mayor Lozano invited Miranda Samaniego. 11-year-old resident of Baldwin Park and member of the Divas, to sing the National Anthem. He invited Miranda to sing the National Anthem at the City's 2002,4th of July celebration. He also requested that Miranda's name be placed on the marquee. Mayor Lozano acknowledged James Castaneda, Director of Mid-Valley Consortium, who was in the audience. SUBSEQUENT NEED ITEM ADDED TO AGENDA A motion was made to add the Presentation of Certificates of Recognition to members of the Divas White, Gold and Purpie squads for their participation in the 2002 Jamz National Competition. MOTION: Councilmember Garcia SECOND: Mayor Pro Tern Gair Motion Carried PROCLAMATIONS, PRESENTATIONS AND COMMENDATIONS Certificates of Appreciation were presented to the Employee Recognition Dinner Prize Raffle Sponsors. Certificates of Recognition were presented to the members of the Divas White, Gold and Purple squads for their participation in the 2002 Jamz National Competition. PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS ACTION LEARNING SYSTEMS TEAM BUILDING SESSION Kathleen Gair, Action Learning Systems Representative, spoke on the upcoming team building session. She thanked staff for submitting their ideas for use as talking points and requested the City Council to submit their ideas by Thursday, February 21, 2002. She also reminded those who have not turned in their surveys, to do so by Thursday, February 21, 2002. BIB] 37329-U01 2002-U02 02-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8699-U03 DO8820-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 03/13/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 2002 02 20 CC MINòw @˜ˆCity Council Minutes February 20, 2002 Page 2 REQUEST MODIFICATION TO SIGNALIZATiON RAMONA BOULEVARD AND CESAR CHAVEZ STREET Roy Test, resident, reminded the Council of his previous requests to look into and adjust the signalization at the intersection of Ramona Boulevard and Cesar Chavez Street. Mr. Test stated that as of this date, the length of the signalization remains to be set at an approximate 5-minute or more wait. Director Naiyer responded stating that this matter has been evaluated by staff and it has been determined that the length of wait is set at 90 seconds. He wili direct staff to further evaluate the timing for verification of the length and will adjust to the 90-second length if necessary. He further stated that the length of the wait could not be shortened to less than 90 seconds due to the high volume of traffic on Ramona Boulevard. Al Contreras, resident, concurred with the comments of speaker Roy Test. PROPOSED DOWNTOWN MAINE AVENUE STREET IMPROVEMENTS Roy Test commended Council on the receipt of the $100,000 grant funds from the Office of Congresswoman Hilda Solis however, Mr. Test feels that emphasis should be placed on enhancing traffic problems rather than enhancing pedestrian traffic. Mayor Lozano clarified that the 3.6 million dollars for the improvements within the downtown area include the construction of a pedestrian bridge that will ink the Metrolink Station to the downtown area. CONCERN REGARDING CRIMINAL ACTIVITY IN THE VICINITY OF LOS ANGELES AND MERGED STREETS Ms. Graciela Gomez, 15 year resident, expressed concern with the volume of criminal activity in the vicinity of Los Angeles and Merced Streets, near Circle K. She requested additional police enforcement of drug and other illegal activities that currently exist in that part of town. Mayor Lozano referred this matter to Chief Kling. At the request of Councilmember Pacheco, Mr. James Castaneda, Director of the Mid-Vailey Consortium introduced himself as the newly appointed Director of the Consortium. He stated that the Consortium has a Joint Powers Agreement with the Cities of Baldwin Park, South El Monte, Ei Monte and Bradbury. Mayor Lozano and CouncHmember Pacheco are the board members who have been appointed to represent the City of Baldwin Park. The function of the Consortium is to provide a one-stop employment resource to members of those communities. Mr. Castaneda further stated that his priority is to expand the services provided to the citizens of Baldwin Park. Mr. Castaneda accepted the invitation of Mayor Lozano to attend a future Study Session Council Meeting for the purpose of providing an in depth presentation of Mid-Valley Consortium's services. Joseph Abreu, resident, requested City Council consideration to extend the length of time that residents have in which to comply with a code violation citation, specifically those relating to inoperable vehicles. Mr. Abreu stated that the existing two 2) week correction period is not a sufficient amount of time, especially for individuals who are unemployed or do not have the immediate resources to correct the violations. Mayor Lozano referred this matter to Code Enforcement Supervisor Dozmati. BIB] 37329-U01 2002-U02 02-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8699-U03 DO8820-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 03/13/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 2002 02 20 CC MINòw @˜ˆCity Council Minutes February 20, 2002 Page 3 CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVED Councilmember Ricardo Pacheco requested that the following item be removed from the Consent Calendar for discussion: 1) item 1-C TREASURER'S REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY A motion was made to approve Consent Calendar Item Nos. A-L with the exception of Item C), as presented, and as follows: MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Gair SECOND: Councilmember Garcia Motion Carried MINUTES sio-to) The minutes of January 16, 2002 Study and Regular); January 30, 2002 Special); and Februarys, 2002 Study and Regular), were approved as presented CLAIMS AND DEMANDS 300-30) Further reading was waived, read by title only and Resolution No. 2002-021 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK ALLOWING CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AGAINST THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK" was adopted. Councilman Bili Van Cleave abstained on all warrants to Mr. Bills Hardware financial conflict of interest). CLAIM REJECTION GRACIELA VARGAS 01 002A) ITO-PO) The City Council rejected the claim of Graciela Vargas 01 002A) and directed staff to send the appropriate notice of rejection to claimant. STREET IMPROVEMENT PROJECT FINANCING DOCUMENTS 340-50) Further reading was waived, read by title only and Resolution No. 2002-026 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AUTHORIZING DELIVERY AND SALES OF CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION IN THE MAXIMUM PRINCIPAL AMOUNT OF $5,000,000 TO FINANCE CONSTRUCTION OF PUBLIC STREET IMPROVEMENTS, AND APPROVING RELATED DOCUMENTS AND ACTIONS," was adopted. ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 131 OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE BY INCREASING THE REWARD AMOUNT AND ADDING ADULT OR PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY FOR THE ACTS OF MINORS INVOLVED IN GRAFFITI 820-30? Further reading was waived, read by titie only and Ordinance No. 1184 entitled, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE C!TY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING CHAPTER 131 OFFENSES AGAJNST PROPERTY) OF THE BALDWIN PARK MUNICIPAL CODE BY INCREASING THE REWARD AMOUNT AND ADDING ADULT OR PARENTAL RESPONSIBILITY AND LIABILITY FOR THE ACTS OF MINORS INVOLVED IN GRAFFITI," was adopted on second reading. BIB] 37329-U01 2002-U02 02-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8699-U03 DO8820-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 03/13/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 2002 02 20 CC MINòw @˜ˆCity Council Minutes February 20, 2002 Page 4 APPROVAL OF FINAL TRACT MAP NO. 53322 EMMA REALTY; LOCATION: 3733-3741 PUENTE AVENUE) 410-30) The City Counci! approved Final Tract Map No. 53322. The Mayor was authorized to execute the Subdivision Agreement. APPROPRIATION REQUEST FOR USE OF CALIFORNIA LAW ENFORCEMENT EQUIPMENT PROGRAM CLEEP) AND LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT LLEBG) FUNDS 390-35) The City Council approved the appropriation request totaling $101,872 in CLEEP and LLEBG funds to the Police Department. Staff was authorized to proceed in purchasing the necessary equipment and modifying the existing office space and budget appropriations were approved as follows: CLEEP funds totaling $54,285 to cost center 100.25.5745 and LLEBG funds of $47,587 to cost center137.25.5745. RESOLUTION ELECTING MAYOR LOZANO AS AN ALTERNATE BOARD MEMBER FOR THE WATER QUALITY AUTHORITY BOARD FOR CITIES WITHOUT PUMPING RIGHTS IOOMO) Further reading was waived, read by title only and Resolution No. 2002-022 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK CASTING ITS VOTES FOR MAYOR MANUEL LOZANO TO REPRESENT CITIES WITHOUT PUMPING RIGHTS ON THE BOARD OF THE SAN GABRIEL BASIN WATER QUALITY AUTHORITY," was adopted. RESOLUTION APPROVING PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT AGREEMENT NO. MOOS AND ADMINISTERING AGENCY-STATE AGREEMENT NO. 07-5323 WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR A FEDERAL-AID PROJECT BOO-SO) Further reading was waived, read by title only and Resolution No. 2002-023 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CETY COUNCIL OF THE CSTY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT NO. M005 AND ADMINISTERING AGENCY-STATE AGREEMENT NO. 07-5323 FOR THE IMPROVEMENT OF VARIOUS STREETS," was adopted. REQUEST FOR ALLOCATION OF FUNDS AB 939 COLLECTIONS 330-20) The City Council allocated $14,500 of AB939 funds Fund 129) and appropriated the transfer to Fleet Services Account 130.58.5745 Other equipment). The Director of Public Works was authorized to proceed with the necessary purchases needed for the repair and upgrade of Unit 88. APPROVAL OF RESOLUTIONS AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO APPLY FOR GRANT FUNDS FOR THE MURRAY-HAYDEN, CAPITA 3, II AND ROBERTI-Z'BERG-HARRIS ALLOCATION OF THE 2000 PARK BOND ACT 390-35) Further reading was waived, read by title only and Resolution No. 2002-004 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING THE APPLSCANT TO APPLY FOR GRANT FUNDS FOR THE ROBERTI-Z'BERG-HARRIS URBAN OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION PROGRAM UNDER THE SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS, CLEAN WATER, CLEAN AIR, AND COASTAL PROTECTION BOND ACT OF 2000," was adopted; and BIB] 37329-U01 2002-U02 02-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8699-U03 DO8820-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 03/13/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 2002 02 20 CC MINòw @˜ˆCity Council Minutes February 20, 2002 Page 5 Further reading was waived, read by titte only and Resolution No. 2002-005 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING THE APPLICANT TO APPLY FOR GRANT FUNDS FOR THE PER CAPITA GRANT PROGRAM UNDER THE SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS, CLEAN WATER, CLEAN AIR, AND COASTAL PROTECTION BOND ACT OF 2000," was adopted; and Further reading was waived, read by title only and Resolution No. 2002-024 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE TEEN CENTER," was adopted. The Director of Recreation and Community Services was authorized to proceed and execute any necessary documents with the State Department of Parks & Recreation. CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS REMOVED FOR DISCUSSION TREASURER'S REPORT FOR THE MONTH OF JANUARY 2002 320-20) Councilmember Pacheco requested that the content of future reports be expanded and that said report be prepared for the benefit of the community, in a basic format that is user friendly. He indicated that he would meet with Director Sanchez regarding this request. A motion was made to approve the Treasurer's report for the month of January, 2002. MOTION: Councilmember Garcia SECOND: Mayor Pro Tern Gair Motion Cam'ed a PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER AMENDING A RESOLUTION TO AMEND THE CURRENT SCHEDULE OF BUILDING FEES AND CHARGES oso^s) Mayor Lozano declared the public hearing OPEN for public participation. There was no one wishing to speak, therefore Mayor Lozano declared the public hearing CLOSED. Councilmember Garcia expressed concern regarding the negative fiscal impact referenced Sn staff's report and requested clarification from staff. Supervisor Dozmati responded to inquiry stating that after consulting with the City Attorney and researching the issue of user fees in California, that the proposed amendment would clearly define when lump" sum methods are used as they relate to final tract maps and subdivisions, which will make the City's existing practice into official policy. Attorney Alvarez-Glasman concurred with Supervisor Dozmati stating that the law does not allow a City to collect more than the actual cost of a service. He stated that the lump sum is an attempt to charge for the actual service provided as opposed to a charging separate plan check fees, which may potentially place the City in an unnecessary risk position, BIB] 37329-U01 2002-U02 02-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8699-U03 DO8820-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 03/13/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 2002 02 20 CC MINòw @˜ˆCity Council Minutes February 20, 2002 Page 6 After lengthy discussion, a motion was made to waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2002-020 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2002-007 SETTING FEES FOR ISSUANCE, PROCESSING AND FILING FOR VARIOUS CITY SERVICES AND PERMITS IN THE CITY, SPECIFICALLY THOSE RELATING TO BUILDING AND PLAN CHECK FEES." Supervisor Dozmati agreed to meet with Councilmember Garcia for further clarification if necessary. MOTION: Mayor Pro Tern Gair SECOND: Councilmember Garcia Motion Carried NOES: Councilmember Pacheco REPORTS OF OFFICERS SALES TAX SHARING AGREEMENT WITH CITY OF EL MONTE SATURN DEALERSHIP, 14550 GARVEY AVENUE SOMO) A motion was made to waive further reading, read by title only and adopt Resolution No. 2002-025 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK APPROVING THE SALES TAX SHARING AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AND THE CITY OF EL MONTE." The Chief Executive Officer and authorized to execute the Agreement. MOTION: Councilmember Garcia SECOND: Mayor Pro Tern Gair Motion Carried PLANNING COMMISSION APPOINTMENT 42(MO) A motion was made to nominate Monica Garcia to office No. 2 and Gloria Gonzaiez to office No. 3 of the Planning Commission. Mayor Pro Tern Gair requested nominations be voted on separately. There were no objections. A motion was made to appoint Monica Garcia to office No. 2 of the Planning Commission. MOTION: Mayor Lozano SECOND: Mayor Pro Tern Gair Motion Carried A motion was made to appoint Gloria Gonzaiez to office No. 3 of the Planning Commission. MOTION: Councilmember Pacheco SECOND: Councilmember Garcia Motion Carried NOES: Mayor Pro Tern Gair Further reading was waived, read by title onSy and Resolution No. 2002-017 entitled, A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BALDWIN PARK AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2001-059 APPOINTING MONICA GARCIA TO OFFICE NO. 2 WITH A TERM EXPIRING ON JUNE 30, 2003; AND APPOINTING GLORIA GONZALEZ TO OFFICE NO. 3 WITH A TERM EXPIRING ON JUNE 30, 2002," was adopted. Mayor Pro Tern Gair on the appointment of Gloria Gonzaiez to office No. 3. MOTJON: Mayor Lozano SECOND: Mayor Pro Tern Gair Motion Carried COUNCIL / STAFF REQUESTS AND COMMUNICATIONS Coundtwoman Garcia commended Director Camlio and Assistant to the Chief Executive Officer Bouton for their work in coordinating the Downtown Maine Avenue presentation of grant funds received from Congresswoman Hilda Soli's' office. BIB] 37329-U01 2002-U02 02-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8699-U03 DO8820-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 03/13/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 2002 02 20 CC MINòw @˜ˆCity Council Minutes February 20, 2002 Page 7 Councilwoman Garcia announced that the upcoming 2+2 Meeting is scheduled to be held Thursday, March 7, 2002 at the Baldwin Park Unified School District. She reminded Council to submit any requests to her for matters of discussion at this meeting. Councilman Pacheco requested an update relating to the Jones Sports Field be added to the agenda. City Treasurer Contreras announced that the California Highway Patrol Office recently donated two 2) car seats to the Baldwin Park/Tototlan Sister Cities' Association for presentation to the Head Start Program. Mayor Pro Tern Gair stated that she had called the Police department to report an incident of an individuai running through her back yard. She stated that the helicopter patrol responded within seconds of her report. She complimented the department on the effectiveness of the helicopter patrol. Mayor Lozano requested staff to look into the possibility of declaring a moratorium on water dispensing facilities. Mayor Lozano requested enforcement and prosecution of individuals who change their oil or repair their vehicles in public parking lots. He asked that auto part businesses be notified of this prohibition. Mayor Lozano asked staff to look into the high volume of parked big rigs in the vicinity of Puente and Francisquito, near Haiinor Street. Councilman Pacheco requested that a presentation by Mid-Valley Consortium be schedufed for the study session on March 6, 2002. He also asked that the City be the host City of a future Consortium meeting and that consideration be given to assisting the Consortium with the placement of a satellite office within the City. There were no objections to placing this matter on the agenda. Councilman Pacheco requested staff to research which agencies offer programs that provide car oil pumping services. Mayor Pro Tern Gair commented on the recent meeting of the Independent Cities Risk Management Association ICRMA), which was held at the Community Center. She stated that those in attendance from various cities complimented the City on the aesthetics of the Community Center and commended the City for the high use and presence of community members at the center. Mayor Pro Tern Gair also advised the Council that the City has maintained a perfect ICRMA attendance record and as a result of this achievement, Personnel/Risk Manager Mesa will soon be providing programs of free training to crty employees. Mayor Pro Tern Gair also commented on an issue regarding a possible 70% increase in worker's compensation premiums and the impact this may have on city budgets. Mayor Pro Tern Gair thanked Principal Planner Harbin for providing an update to the operations of Budget Towing. She requested an update from the Police Department on the existing Franchise Agreements. Mayor Pro Tern Gair would like to consider the establishment of a MosquitoA/ector Abatement Program and requested additional information regarding this matter, specifically, term, costs, etc. BIB] 37329-U01 2002-U02 02-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8699-U03 DO8820-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 03/13/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06 2002 02 20 CC MINòw @˜ˆCity Council Minutes February 20, 2002 Page 8 Mayor Pro Tern Gair complimented Code Enforcement Director Dozmati for their work in the community and for the content of information that was provided in a recent status report. Mayor Pro Tern Gair inquired on the status of the meetings with Vulcan. Director Naiyer stated that Administrative Secretary to the Chief Executive Officer Thompson will be contacting the City Council to schedule meetings respectively. ADJOURNMENT There being no further matters for discussion, the meeting was adjourned at 9:00 p.m. Approved by theyCouwi! at their meeting held March 6, 2002. Rosemary M. Rami^ez, CMC Chief Deputy City Clerk BIB] 37329-U01 2002-U02 02-U02 20-U02 CC-U02 MIN-U02 LG1-U03 LI1-U03 FO8420-U03 FO8699-U03 DO8820-U03 C4-U03 MINUTES1-U03 03/13/2002-U04 ADMIN-U04 REGULAR-U05 SESSION-U05 CITY-U06 COUNCIL-U06