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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - May 02, 2016 - CCCITY OF AZUSA MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE ' FORMER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR MEETING MONDAY, MAY 2, 2016 — 6:30 P.M. The City Council of the City of Azusa met in regular session at the above date and time in the Azusa Auditorium located,at 213 E. Foothill Boulevard, Azusa, CA 91702. Mayor Rocha called the meeting to order at 6:36 P.M. ROLL CALL: Roll call was taken by City Clerk Cornejo. PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZAL,ES, CARRILLO, ALVAREZ, ROCHA ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MACIAS ALSO PRESENT Elected Officials: City Clerk Cornejo. Staff Members: City Manager Butzlaff, City Attorney Martinez, Director of Economic and Community Development Christiansen, Director of Human Resources & Risk Management Ayala, Interim Finance Director Johnson, Public Works Director/City Engineer Bobadilla, Acting Community Improvement Manager McMinn, Assistant Planner Ibanez, Associate Planner Munoz, Development Services Assistant Gallardo, Management Analyst Lacasella, 'Administrative Intern Campos, Neighborhood Services Coordinator Quiroz, Administrative Technician Juarez, CEREMONIAL 1. The following Police Officers were sworn into office: Philip Brock, Police Officer; Andrew Avalos, Police Officer; Robert Landeros, Police Sergeant; Christopher Grant, Police Lieutenant; Robert Chivas, Police Sergeant; Rick Hayden, Police Lieutenant; and Samuel Fleming, Police Captain. 2. An "Employee of the Quarter" Certificate was presented to Ms. Beatriz Gallardo, Development Services Assistant. CLOSED SESSION The City Council recessed to closed session at 6:56 P.M. to discuss the following: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS — Pursuant to California Government Code, Section 54956.6. City Negotiators: Troy Butzlaff, City Manager; Amelia Ayala, Director of Human Resources and Risk Management; and Talika Johnson, Interim Director of Finance Organizations: Service Employees International Union (SEN) and Azusa Police Management Association (APMA) 2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS — Pursuant to California Government Code ' Section 54956.8. Property Address: SE Corner of Azusa Avenue and 4h Street (APN: 8611-014-900) Agency Negotiators: Troy Butzlaff, City Manager and Kurt Christiansen, Director of Economic and Community Development Negotiating Parties: Gabriel Rousset Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment for Property Purchase CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS — Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.8. Property Address: 943 N. Vemon Avenue, Azusa, CA 91702 (APN: 8605-015-907) Agency Negotiators: Troy Butzlaff, City Manager and Kurt Christian, Director of Economic and Community Development Negotiating Parties: Dave Killackey, Performance Truck Repair Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment for Property Purchase The City Council reconvened at 7:40 P.M.; City Attorney Martinez announced the following regarding Closed Session: Item 1: Council heard a presentation, no further reportable action; Item 2: Not discussed, carried over to end of meeting; and Item 3: Council heard a presentation, no further reportable action. REGULAR SESSION Mayor Rocha called the meeting to order at 7:40 P.M. ROLL CALL: Roll call was taken by City Clerk Cornejo. PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, ALVAREZ, ROCHA ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MACIAS ' ALSO PRESENT Elected Officials: City Clerk Comejo, City Treasurer Vasquez Staff Members: City Manager Butzlaff, City Attorney Martinez, Director of Human Resources and Risk Management Ayala, Director of Economic and Community Development Christiansen, Public Works Director/City Engineer Bobadilla, Police Chief Gonzalez, Police Captain Hunt, Utilities Director Morrow, Interim Finance Director Johnson, Director of Recreation and Family Services Jacobs, Associate Planner Munoz, Storekeeper Alvarez, Management Analyst Lacasella, Administrative Intern Campos, Neighborhood Services Coordinator Quiroz, Administrative Technician Juarez. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Rudy Navarro, Mariachi Juvenil Nueva Generation. The invocation was given by Bishop James Strong, The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter -Day Saints. A musical tribute in honor of Mother's Day was given by Mariachi Juvenil Nueva Generation. PUBLIC COMMENT Mr. Hector Elizade, Representative of Congresswoman Grace Napolitano provided information regarding the 5'h Annual Veteran's Forum scheduled for June 25, 2016. Ms. Valerie Thompson, Mr. Jack Nicol, and Mr. Anthony Bush addressed their concerns regarding the possible 'termination of the City of Azusa shuttle to and from the Covina Metrolink Station. Mr. Dan Simpson requested that the City look into re -opening the Garcia Trail. Ms. Rhiannon Tyluttci provided information regarding Uplift Kitchens, a non-profit organization that she is interested in opening in the City of Azusa. Ms. Maricela Cueva, Azusa Beautiful President, invited everyone to the Mother's Day plant sale taking place on Saturday, May 7. Mr. Adrian Greer expressed his support of the non-profit organization, Uplift Kitchens. Mr. Andy Trachman expressed concerns about the theater component of one of the two proposed Block 36 Developments. Mr. Lyndon Golin, Regency Theaters, expressed concerns regarding the theater in the proposed Block 36 Development. Mr. Art Morales spoke of the passing of Mr. John Romero, Azusa Resident. Mr. Greg Ahearn discussed the parking issues at the Downtown Gold Line Station and expressed his support of the theater project at Block 36. Mr. Antonio Ogaz and Mr. Fred Madjar expressed their support of the theater project at Block 36. . 'Mr. Arno Conley expressed his support of the theater project at Block 36 and the lack of parking restrictions surrounding the APU/Citrus Gold Line Station. City Manager Butzlaff responded to the concerns regarding parking surrounding the APU/Citrus station stating that the Staff was in the process of analyzing the parking needs in the Rosedale Community to determine what type of permit parking was needed; regarding the Covina Metrolink Station shuttle, the City was willing to meet with the various corporations that utilize the service to see if they would be able to provide additional funding, a modified version of the service begins on January 1, 2017. REPORTS, UPDATES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM STAFF/COUNCIL City Manager Butzlaff announced Public Service Recognition Week, which took place May 1-7, 2016. Mayor Pro -Tem Carrillo wished a Happy Mother's Day to all Mothers. PAGE TWO — 5/2/2016 Councilmember Alvarez wished everyone a Happy Mother's Day. r Councilmember Gonzales wished everyone a Happy Mother's Day and announced the Annual Spring Thing festival on Sunday, May 15, 2016. Mayor Rocha announced that the meeting would be adjourned in memory of Mr. John Manuel "hero" Romero, lifelong Azusa resident. He thanked those that sponsored the Relay for Life event and also City Staff for hanging up the veteran banners. He announced the following events: Be -A -Walker, May 14; American Little League's 601h Anniversary Dance at VFW Post 8070, May 14; and Spring Thing, May 15. He wished his wife a Happy Mother's Day and asked that everyone keep service men and women in their prayers. Director of Recreation and Family Services: Request for a Proclamation proclaiming April 21, 2016 as Arbor Day in the City of Azusa. Director of Recreation and Family Services Jacobs requested a proclamation proclaiming April 21, 2016 as Arbor Day. Moved by Mayor Pro -Tem Carrillo, seconded by Councilmember Gonzales, and carried by unanimous vote of the members present to approve a proclamation proclaiming April 21, 2016 as Arbor Day. AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, ALVAREZ, ROCHA NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MACIAS SCHEDULED ITEMS BLOCK 36 (SOUTHEAST CORNER OF AZUSA AVENUE AND FOOTHILL BOULEVARD, APN 8611-003-921) DEVELOPER PRESENTATIONS AND SELECTION. City Clerk Cornejo read a letter from Councilmember Uriel Macias requesting that the item be continued to the regular meeting of May 16, 2016. City Manager Butzlaff suggested that the two developers provide the changes in terms and letters of interest to the City prior to the May 16, 2016 Council Meeting. It was the consensus of the Council to continue the item as requested. CONTINUED ITEM — DISCUSSION OF PARKING OPTIONS NEAR THE CITY OF AZUSA GOLD LINE STATION; CONSIDERATION OF THE ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS TO ESTABLISH PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON STREETS AND FACILITIES NEAR THE DOWNTOWN AZUSA GOLD LINE STATION, AND AUTHORIZING A PERMIT PARKING PROGRAM TO ALLOW RESIDENTS TO PARK ON TIME - RESTRICTED STREETS. Director of Public Works/City Engineer Bobadilla introduced the item stating that Staff is seeking to find a solution to the businesses and residents that are impacted by the Downtown Azusa Gold Line Station. City Attorney Martinez announced that Councilmember Gonzales had a conflict of interest with Zone 1 and Mayor Pro - Tem Carrillo had a possible conflict of interest with Zone 2 due to the proximity of their real -property. City Manager Butzlaff provided an update on the potential lease of City parking spaces to Metro at the Downtown Station. He clarified that the Permit Parking Program would become effective upon adoption of the Resolutions but enforcement would not begin for a period of 60 days. Discussion ensued regarding parking in the Downtown and Citrus station parking lots. Councilmember Gonzales recused himself from the discussion regarding Zone 1. Mayor Pro -Tem Carrillo offered Resolution No. 2016-C30 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON CITY STREETS AND FACILITIES IN THE VICINITY OF THE DOWNTOWN AZUSA GOLD LINE STATION - ZONE 1, GENERALLY BOUNDED BY ELEVENTH STREET TO THE NORTH, FOOTHILL BOULEVARD TO THE SOUTH, SOLDANO AVENUE TO THE EAST, AND ANGELENO AVENUE TO THE WEST AND AUTHORIZING A PERMIT PARKING PROGRAM TO ALLOW RESIDENTS TO PARK ON TIME -RESTRICTED STREETS. Moved by Mayor Pro -Tem Carrillo, seconded by Councilmember Alvarez, and carried by unanimous vote of the members present to approve Resolution No. 2016-C30. AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: CARRILLO, ALVAREZ, ROCHA NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MACIAS ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES PAGE THREE — 5/2/2016 Mayor Pro -Tem Carrillo recused himself from the discussion of Zone 2. Councilmember Gonzales offered Resolution No. 2016-C31 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, CALIFORNIA, ESTABLISHING PARKING RESTRICTIONS ON CITY STREETS AND FACILITIES IN THE VICINITY OF THE DOWNTOWN AZUSA GOLD LINE STATION - ZONE 2, GENERALLY BOUNDED BY FOOTHILL BOULEVARD TO THE NORTH, SIXTH STREET TO THE SOUTH, SOLDANO AVENUE TO THE EAST, AND ANGELENO AVENUE TO THE WEST AND AUTHORIZING A PERMIT PARKING PROGRAM TO ALLOW RESIDENTS TO PARK ON TIME -RESTRICTED STREETS. Moved by Councilmember Gonzales, seconded by Councilmember Alvarez, and carried by unanimous vote of the 'members present to approve Resolution No. 2016-C31. AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, ALVAREZ, ROCHA NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MACIAS ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS: CARRILLO PUBLIC HEARING — FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2016-02 AMENDING CHAPTERS 74 AND 88 OF THE AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO COMMERCIAL VEHICLE PARKING (CITY-WIDE). Associate Planner Munoz presented the item stating that the Proposed Ordinance No. 2016-02 would amend Chapter 74 and 88 of the Municipal Code related to commercial vehicle parking. He provided information regarding the number of citations issued, examples of commercial vehicles and their gross vehicle weight, and the proposed changes. Mayor Rocha declared the hearing open. City Clerk Cornejo read the affidavit of proof of publication published on April 20, 2016, in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune. PUBLIC COMMENT Mr. Art Morales addressed the public hearing to inquire about whether the vehicle owners were contacted and issued a warning. 'Moved by Mayor Pro -Tem Carrillo, seconded by Councilmember Gonzales, and carried by unanimous vote of the members present, to close the public hearing: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, ALVAREZ, ROCHA NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MACIAS Councilmember Gonzales offered Ordinance No. 2016-02 entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA AMENDING CHAPTERS 74 AND 88 OF THE AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE AS THEY RELATE TO COMMERCIAL VEHICLE PARKING Moved by Councilmember Gonzales, seconded by Councilmember Alvarez, and carried by unanimous vote of the members present, to approve the first reading of Ordinance No. 2016-02. AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, ALVAREZ, ROCHA NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MACIAS CONSENT CALENDAR: Moved by Councilmember Gonzales, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Carrillo, to approve Consent Calendar Items E-1 to E-8, and carried by the following vote of the Council: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, ALVAREZ, ROCHA NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MACIAS 1. The minutes of the Regular Meetings of March 21, April .4 and April 18, 2016 were approved as written. 2. Resolution No. 2016-02 was adopted and entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID. 3. The City Treasurer's Report for the month of March 2016 was received, reviewed, and filed. PAGE FOUR — 5/2/2016 4. The Human Resources Action Items, in accordance with the City of Azusa Civil Service Rules and applicable Memorandum of Understanding(s), were•approved as follows: New Appointment: A. Garcia Promotion: F. Zarate. 5. An expenditure in the amount of $200 to Azusa High School Jr. Varsity and Varsity Baseball Teams for the purchase of equipment and uniforms was approved and it was found that the community at large would receive a public benefit from the expenditure of funds. 6. A Professional Services Agreement with Owen Group, Inc. to conduct a Facilities Condition Assessment of City facilities in an amount not to exceed $91,910 was approved. ' 7. The project improvements for the Sidewalk and ADA Improvements Project No. 601662-14 were accepted and Staff was authorized to file a Notice of Completion. 8. An increase to the blanket purchase order for Hi -Way Safety from $20,000 to $45,000 was approved. SUCCESSOR AGENCY RELATED BUSINESS. RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF WARRANTS BY THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY, Agency Member Alvarez offered Resolution No. 2016-R8 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE FORMER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS TO BE PAID OUT OF SUCCESSOR AGENCYFUNDS Moved by Agency Member Alvarez, seconded by Agency Member Gonzales, and carried by unanimous vote of the members present, to approve Resolution No. 2016-118: AYES: AGENCY MEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, ALVAREZ, ROCHA NOES: AGENCY MEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: AGENCY MEMBERS: MACIAS CLOSED SESSION ' The City Council Recessed to closed session at 9:33 P.M. to continue discussion of the following: CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS — Pursuant to California Government Code, Section 54956.8. Property Address: SE Corner of Azusa Avenue and 4`h Street (APN: 8611-014-900) Agency Negotiators: Troy Butzlaff, City Manager and Kurt Christiansen, Director of Economic and Community Development Negotiating Parties: Gabriel Rousset Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment for Property Purchase The City Council reconvened at 9:44 P.M.; City Attorney Martinez announced the following regarding Closed Session: Item No. 2: Mayor Pro -Tem Carrillo recused himself due to the proximity of his property; no further reportable action. ADJOURNMENT: The meeting was adjourned by consensus of the City Council in memory of Mr. John Manuel "Merl' Romero, lifelong Azusa resident. TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 9:45 P.M. t NEXT RESOLUTION NO. 2016-C33 (City) NEXT ORDINANCE NO. 2016-03 NEXT RESOLUTION NO. 2015-R9 (Former Redevelopment Agency) NEXT MEETINGS: May 16, 2016 and June 6, 2016 PAGE FIVE — 5/2/2016