HomeMy WebLinkAboutE-1 - Minutes Regular Meeting, February 3, 2020CITY OF AZUSA
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL, THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY
TO THE FORMER REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY,
THE PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
REGULAR MEETING
MONDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2020 – 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 6:30 P.M.
ROLL CALL: Roll call was taken by City Clerk Cornejo.
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, MACIAS, ALVAREZ, ROCHA
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: CARRILLO
ALSO PRESENT
Elected Officials: City Clerk Cornejo.
Staff Members: City Manager Gonzalez, City Attorney Martinez, Chief of Police Bertelsen, Neighborhood Services
Coordinator Quiroz, and Chief Deputy City Clerk Garcia.
PUBLIC COMMENT
None given.
CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed to closed session at 6:30 P.M. to discuss the following:
1.CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION - Pursuant to
California Government Code, Section 54956.9(d)(2)(e)(1).
One Potential Case
REGULAR SESSION
Mayor Rocha called the meeting to order at 7:30 P.M.
ROLL CALL: Roll call was taken by City Clerk Cornejo.
PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, MACIAS, ALVAREZ, ROCHA
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ALSO PRESENT
Elected Officials: City Clerk Cornejo.
Staff Members: City Manager Gonzalez, City Attorney Martinez, Chief of Police Bertelsen, Director of Economic and
Community Development Marquez, Director of Community Resources Carpenter, Director of Utilities Robledo, Director
of Public Works/City Engineer Delgadillo, Director of Information Technology and Library Services Graf, Police Captain
Grant, Planning Manager Munoz, Building Official Meyers, Assistant Planner Flores, Police Lieutenant Sandoval, Police
Lieutenant Avila, Police Sergeant Parra, Police Corporal Spahr, Police Corporal Ferrari, Police Corporal Landa,
Neighborhood Services Coordinator Quiroz, and Chief Deputy City Clerk Garcia.
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mr. Joe Perez.
The invocation was given by Pastor Dale Winslow, Foothill Community Church.
CONSENT ITEM
E-1
APROVED
CITY COUNCIL
2/18/2020
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
The City Council reconvened at 7:30 P.M.; City Attorney Martinez announced the following regarding Closed Session:
Item 1 – All members were present with the exception of Councilmember Carrillo, City Council heard a presentation from
Staff and legal counsel, no further reportable action.
CEREMONIAL
1. The following Police Officers were sworn into office: Lieutenant Tommy Avila, Sergeant Bertha Parra, Corporal Steve
Spahr, Corporal Lauren Ferrari, and Corporal Jesse Landa.
2. The Canyon City Foundation presented the Volunteer of the Year awards.
PUBLIC COMMENT
Mr. Meshal Kashifalghita introduced himself to state that he is running for the U.S. House of Representatives.
Ms. Jule Arevalo addressed the Council to express concerns about Councilmember Gonzales; stated that she had
previously met with City Manager Gonzalez and former Chief of Police Hunt, regarding her allegations; and stated that
she would provide documentation, in support of her allegations, to City Staff.
*No documents were provided.
Ms. Vivian Alderete, Azusa Woman’s Club President, addressed the Council to state that the General Federation of
Women’s Clubs along with the Azusa Woman’s Club do not condone bullying in any form; she also announced that their
venue is being provided for a candidate’s forum; and expressed her wishes that the City and Azusa Woman’s Club can
work together.
Mr. Greg Benton, Canyon City Church, requested that the City Council consider drafting and enacting a rent control
ordinance; stated that rent control ordinances enacted by the County do not impact the City; and provided information
about rent increases in Azusa.
Mr. Jorge V. Rosales commented on Item E-5 regarding Pension Obligation Bonds, commended Staff for the negotiation
of the bonds and making an effort to save the City money; he expressed his full support of Measure Z which would keep
the generated revenue within the City; and encouraged everyone to vote yes on Measure Z.
Ms. Teresa Wilson expressed concerns regarding an increase in development of the mountain and canyon; and stated the
need to keep the canyon clean.
Mayor Rocha provided information about the canyon clean-up events and how to participate.
City Manager Gonzalez responded to public comments stating that anyone having issues with rent control can contact the
Community Development Department for information on how to access the Housing Rights Center’s resources.
REPORTS, UPDATES AND ANNOUNCEMENTS FROM STAFF/COUNCIL
1. Presentation on L.A. County’s new voting system, Voting Solutions for All People (VSAP).
Mr. Phil Verbera, Los Angeles County Registrar-Recorder Office representative, provided information about the new
voting system.
Chief Deputy City Clerk Garcia added that voting centers will be located at the Azusa Woman’s Club, Memorial Park,
and Valleydale Park. Voting in the City of Azusa will take place from February 29 – March 3.
Mr. Verbera stated that Los Angeles County takes an estimated 3-4 weeks to fully tally the results of the election; there
are 5.4 million voters in Los Angeles County; voters are able to vote on their home ballot at any voting center within the
County; and local contests will be placed at the beginning of the ballot with the presidential primary at the end of the
ballot.
Mayor Pro-Tem Alvarez congratulated the officers that were sworn in; congratulated the volunteers that were honored;
wished everyone safe travels during the President’s Day weekend; and stated that he would like to see the Woman’s Club
thrive.
Councilmember Macias congratulated the police officers on their new positions; congratulated the volunteers that were
honored; expressed his appreciation of Mr. Kashifalghita being in attendance, expressed his concerns regarding the cost of
the State of the City event as it was not budgeted and expressed his desire for it to be brought before the Council for
consideration.
Councilmember Gonzales announced the annual Casino Night on February 21 at the VFW Post 180, proceeds will benefit
youth sports programs.
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Councilmember Carrillo congratulated the police officers on their promotions; congratulated the volunteers that were
recognized; and announced that sign-ups for the Azusa National Little League are taking place at Memorial Park.
Mayor Rocha announced that the meeting would be adjourned in memory of Mrs. Nellie Valdivieso, lifelong Azusa
resident; congratulated the police officers on their promotions; congratulated the volunteers that were recognized;
announced that Ms. Linda Kaminski, Azusa Unified School District Superintendent, and Ms. Xinolin Cruz-Gonzalez,
CSBA President, will be honored by Assemblywoman Blanca Rubio for making a change in education; thanked the
volunteers that assisted with helping an elderly gentlemen clean-up his yard; announced the Azusa Community Resource
Fair on February 8; and asked that everyone keep the service men and women in their daily prayers.
SCHEDULED ITEMS
PUBLIC HEARING – INTRODUCE FIRST READING OF DRAFT ORDINANCE FOR CODE AMENDMENT NO.
246 – CODE CLEANUP FOR CHAPTER 88 OF THE AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE (DEVELOPMENT CODE)
Planning Manager Munoz presented the Item stating that the Proposed Ordinance for Code Amendment No. 246 is a code
cleanup for Chapter 88 of the Azusa Municipal Code which is also known as the Development Code; Land Use Policy
12.1 of the General Plan and Chapter 88.51 of the Development Code allow City Staff to annually review the
Development Code to ensure consistency; and an overview of the proposed Code Cleanup was provided. It was noted
that Page 2, Article 2 of the Staff Report should read Exhibit A, not Exhibit C.
Mayor Rocha declared the hearing open.
City Clerk Cornejo read the affidavit of proof of publication published on January 24, 2020, in the San Gabriel Valley
Tribune.
Public Comment
None.
Moved by Councilmember Gonzales, seconded by Mayor Pro-Tem Alvarez and carried by unanimous vote of the Council
to close the Public Hearing.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, MACIAS, ALVAREZ, ROCHA
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
Councilmember Macias offered Ordinance No. 2002-02 entitled:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, CALIFORNIA APPROVING CODE
AMENDMENT NO. 246 TO AMEND VARIOUS SECTIONS OF CHAPTER 88 OF THE AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE
(DEVELOPMENT CODE)
Moved by Councilmember Macias, seconded by Councilmember Gonzales, and carried by unanimous vote of the Council
to find the requested project exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and waive further reading,
read by title only and introduce Ordinance No. 2020-02.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, MACIAS, ALVAREZ, ROCHA
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
CONSENT CALENDAR: Moved by Mayor Pro-Tem Alvarez, seconded by Councilmember Macias and carried by
unanimous vote of the Council, to approve Consent Calendar Items E-1 to E-6.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, MACIAS, ALVAREZ, ROCHA
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
1. The minutes of the Regular Meeting of January 21, 2020 were approved as written.
2. Resolution No. 2020-C04 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 Human Resources Action Items, in accordance with the City of Azusa Civil Service Rules Section 5.75 and
applicable Memorandum of Understanding(s), were approved as follows:
Merit Increase and/or Regular Appointment: K. Romo, D. Reyes
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4. An expenditure in the amount of $200 to the Azusa High School JROTC was approved to fund educational trips to
historical sites around Los Angeles and to purchase new color guard equipment for use when they represent the City
of Azusa at various functions; and a finding was made that the community at large will receive a public benefit from
the expenditure of funds.
5. Staff was authorized to engage services with BofA Securities to serve as an Underwriter for financing of the City’s
proposed Table Pension Obligation Bonds.
6. The City Manager was approved and authorized to sign the First Amendment to Memorandum of Understanding with
the Azusa Unified School District for the use of the Civic Auditorium for the purpose of recording and broadcasting
on the City’s PEG-TV Channel a limited amount of Board of Education meetings.
SECOND READING ORDINANCES
SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE AMENDING CHAPTER 14 OF THE AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE ADDING
ARTICLE XVIII, CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION WASTE RECYCLING AND DIVERSION
Councilmember Gonzales offered Ordinance No. 2020-01 entitled:
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 14 OF
THE CITY OF AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE, ADDING ARTICLE XVIII, CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION
WASTE RECYCLING AND DIVERSION
Moved by Councilmember Gonzales, seconded by Councilmember Macias and carried by unanimous vote of the Council
to adopt Ordinance No. 2020-01.
AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, MACIAS, ALVAREZ, ROCHA
NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE
SUCCESSOR AGENCY RELATED BUSINESS
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF WARRANTS BY THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY DATED JANUARY
16, 2020 THROUGH JANUARY 30, 2020
Agencymember Gonzales offered Resolution No. 2020-R04 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 AGENCY
FUNDS
Moved by Agencymember Gonzales, seconded by Agencymember Alvarez and carried by unanimous vote of the Agency
to adopt Resolution No. 2020-R04.
AYES: AGENCY MEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, MACIAS, ALVAREZ, ROCHA
NOES: AGENCY MEMBERS: NONE
ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned by consensus of the City Council.
TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 9:00 P.M.
__________________________________________
CITY CLERK
NEXT RESOLUTION NO. 2020-C05 (City)
NEXT ORDINANCE NO. 2020-03
NEXT RESOLUTION NO. 2020-R05 (Former Redevelopment Agency)
NEXT MEETINGS: February 18, 2020 and March 2, 2020.
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