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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - May 2, 2005 - CCCITY OF AZUSA MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR AND REGULAR ADJOURNED MEETING MONDAY, MAY 2, 2005 - 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. CEREMONIAL Ceremonial ALSO PRESENT: Also Present 'City Attorney Carvalho, Interim City Manager Hsu, Assistant City Manager Person, Acting Chief of Police Garcia, Director of Information Technologies Graf -Gaynor, City Engineer Scott, Director of Human Resources Hanson, Recreation Superintendent/Senior Service Hogan, Azusa Police Captain Gonzalez, Azusa Police Lieutenant Chavez, Director of Public Works Nakasone, City Clerk Mendoza, Deputy City Clerk Toscano. CEREMONIAL (Continued) Ceremonial The entire Council presented a proclamation to Gregory Ahern, Jr. for his commitment to the Proc G. Ahern community through volunteer service. Jr. Volunteer sys Mayor Chagnon administered the Oath of Office to Officer Eddie Flores. E. Flores Oath The entire Council presented the Blue Star Certificate to Police Officer and Sergeant U.S. Army, Robert Landeros. R. Landeros Blue Star Acting Chief of Police Robert Garcia present Meritorious Conduct Medals to Azusa Police Officers Tommy Avila and Jorge Sandoval for rescuing a family from their burning home lastyear. Awards T. Avila &J. Sandoval CLOSED SESSION Closed Sess The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 6:48 p.m. to discuss the following: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL— WORKER'S COMPENSATION CLAIM (Gov. Code Sec. Recess 54957.95) Conf w/Legal Counsel PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT (Gov. Code Sec. 549571 Title: City Manager Pub Emp City Mgr The City Council reconvened at 7:30 p.m. Reconvened Interim City Manager Hsu advised that there was no reportable action taken In Closed Session. City Mgr Mayor Chagnon called the meeting to order and Daniel Monzello led in the Salute to the Flag. Call to Order INVOCATION was given by Reverend Rick MacDonald of the Christian Family Center. Invocation ROLL CALL Roll Call PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: HARDISON, CARRILLO, ROCHA, HANKS. CHAGNON ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ALSO PRESENT: Also Present 'City Attorney Carvalho, Interim City Manager Hsu, Assistant City Manager Person, Acting Chief of Police Garcia, Director of Information Technologies Graf -Gaynor, City Engineer Scott, Director of Human Resources Hanson, Recreation Superintendent/Senior Service Hogan, Azusa Police Captain Gonzalez, Azusa Police Lieutenant Chavez, Director of Public Works Nakasone, City Clerk Mendoza, Deputy City Clerk Toscano. CEREMONIAL (Continued) Ceremonial The entire Council presented a proclamation to Gregory Ahern, Jr. for his commitment to the Proc G. Ahern community through volunteer service. Jr. Volunteer sys Acting Chief of Police Bob Garcia presented the California Highway Patrol 10851 Award to 10851 Award Azusa Police Officers: Officer Tony Ventura, Officer Tommy Avila, Officer Dennis Tremblay, and Police Officers Officer Robert Landerosl. Azusa Police Captain Gonzales detailed criteria for achievement. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Mr. and Mrs. Noe Falcon performed a musical tribute to all "Mothers" of Azusa. Ms. Ginny Dadaian, Director of Human Relations of Azusa Pacific University introduced Dr. Jaime Mendoza, Director of Azusa Pacific University Child and Family Development Counseling Center, who provided information regarding upcoming classes. Dr. Mendoza advised that their focus is in the community; they have a counselor at every elementary school, and middle school, and next year will have someone at local high schools. He announced that there will be a workshop on Successful Marriage workshop for two hours at $10 per hour. Dr. Rosalinda Baralas announced that on May 17"' is a workshop entitled Building Successful Families. Dr. Mendoza also advised that their workshops are mobile and go to site and conduct the workshops. Pub Part Mr, a Mrs. Noe Falcon G. Dadalan &J. Mendoza APU Mrs. Melody Bundy addressed Council requesting sponsorship for her two daughters, Rachel M. Bundy and Lydia, to attend this years' Ithaca College Chamber Music institute in New York. She Sponsorship provided details of the summer institute and expressed her appreciation for the consideration. Moved by Mayor Pro -Tem Hardison, seconded by Councilmember Rocha and unanimously carried to approve sponsorship in the amount of $100 each student. Mr. Jorge Rosales addressed Council requesting detail on the three City Treasurer's Reports of J. Rosales the City. He also had questions on other items and was referred to staff to seek the Information Comments requested. Mrs. Marjorie Collins addressed Council expressing her frustration regarding incidents that have M. Collins occurred surrounding her home in the north section of town on Montello Street. She stated Comments that she lives in the first home south of Pioneer Park and that the rear of her property abuts the nursery land, which separates the water course. She advised that there was an incident of rock throwing into her yard, on her roof and over her house from the area behind the house. She stated the following problems exists: the park fence is aged and bent and should be replaced, the water course needs to be enclosed, brush clearance is needed behind her property and there are always illegal fireworks in that area; not to mention weed blowers. She inquired who was responsible for these issues, Azusa Land Partners, San Gabriel River Committee, or the City. Mayor Chagnon thanked Mrs. Collins for her written letter with comments and advised that Staff and ALP would address the Issues. Mr. Fernando Esparza addressed Council stating that there is a potential hazard on Alosta F. Esparza Avenue, between the drive-in property and Citrus; there Is no sidewalk. He also asked the Comments status of the new City Library. Mayor Chagnon responded stating that there will be a workshop to be scheduled for later in the year. The issue regarding the lack of sidewalk was referred to staff. Reverend Rick MacDonald on behalf of the Human Relations Commission, addressed Council and thanked them for the part time position for the Human Relations Commission Coordinator but, reminded them that in September 2004, at a Joint Meeting with HRC, they took action in favor of a full time position. He asked that since they did change to a part time position, If the funds allocated for a full time position be utilized for the following: Hands Across Azusa, conferences -mediation training, etc. He noted that it has been seven months since there has been an HRC Coordinator, thus seven months of allocations that could be used. He requested that a joint meeting between Council and HRC be scheduled to go over plans for the budget of 2005-06. He noted that the Dr. Jaime Mendoza counseled kids that were affected by hate crimes in Azusa. Mayor Chagnon advised Mr. MacDonald to put together an HRC budget and submit it to Interim City Manager Hsu. Mr. Art Morales addressed Council and thanked Councilmember Rocha for attending his mother's 901" birthday celebration. He stated that he thought the notice for applications for the vacancy on the Planning Commission was a short notice and advised that questions regarding Treasurer's Report should be directed to the City Treasurer. He then expressed concern regarding large tonnage truck using the area near the former Sav-On Furniture property. REPORTS UPDATES COUNCIL BUSINESS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS -STAFF R. MacDonald Comments HRC A. Morales Comments Rpts/Updates Mayor Chagnon announced and introduced the new City Manager of the City of Azusa; Mr. Fran Chagnon Delach. She detailed the process used for the preparation of the appointment; she detailed Mr. Comments Delach's most impressive -resume and noted that he will begin working with the City on June 1, 2005. 05/02/05 PAGE TWO Mr. Delach addressed Council and audience stating that it's an honor to serve the City of Azusa. Comment NOES: Delach Councilmember Carrillo iexpressed thanks to all residents who came out to the Cinco de Mayo Carrillo event on Sunday, May 1, 2005. He then wished all the Mother's a Happy Mothers Day. Comments Councilmember Rocha announced the following: Groundbreaking for Dr. Reyes Office on May Rocha 3, 2005, at 12 noon, Volunteer Recognition Dinner on May 11. 2005 at the Senior Center, Food Comments Donations/distribution on May 14, 2005. He advised that the Viet Nam Moving Wall is coming to Azusa in October andja meeting was held that included the following entitles: Azusa Boxing, Deacons, Golden Days Committee, Azusa Democratic Club, the three Veteran's Group of Azusa and overall citizens. He advised that they are working with Azusa Unified School District and will be passing out Moving Wall Book: next meeting will be held on Saturday, July 9, and will be recognizing 12 families that lost a love one in the Viet Nam War. He wished all Mothers of Azusa a Happy Mother's Day. Mayor Chagnon announced the Rids Come First Tournament on June 17th, advising that funds Chagnon raised at that event will go towards the Splash Zone, Operation Santa Clothes, and Los Angeles Comments County Fire Department Youth Trainees. She asked that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Mark Martin, first resident of Mountain Cove who passed away due to heart failure. Interim City Manager Hsu addressed Council requesting that they bring their calendars to the Interim Clty Mgr next City Council meeting In order to schedule several workshops that are needed throughout Comments the year. Councilmember Rocha requested that staff provide an update at the next Council meeting on Rocha the proposed volunteer Graffiti Removal Group. Comments SCHEDULED ITEMS Sched Items PUBLIC HEARING — Landscaping and Lighting District for Fiscal Year 2005-2006 and annually Pub Hrg thereafter. Assmt Fees The Mayor declared the Hearing open. City Clerk read the affidavit of proof of publication of Res. 05-C notice of said hearing published in the Azusa Herald on April 21, 2005. Land/Light City Engineer Scott addressed the issue noting that the cost of Assessment Fees for Landscape M. Scott 'and Lighting will remain the same as in prior years. He explained that the costs are derived from City Engr contractors cost to keep up medians, parks, water and electricity, meter reading, etc., and stated that the fee only make up a tenth of the costs, to offset the costs of $950,000, the City only raises $140,000 from the fees and he explained why a recommendation to increase the fee is not being requested; the cost of a new Engineers Report would be $40-$50 thousand dollars and also a citywide election would have to be held and if it isn't approved they could lose what fee are being received at this time. City Attorney Carvalho clarified that the Landscape and Lighting Assessment Districts were placed on the City's Utility bills and were subject to a validation lawsuit and any changes would jeopardize the fees received. Interim City Manager Hsu and City Attorney Carvalho responded to question posed regarding Hsu/Carvalho exemption requirements, stating that the City uses the same eligible requirements as they do Response under low income Redevelopment Agency guidelines. Mr. Rosales addressed the Hearing expressing his appreciation to City Engineer Mike Scott for J. Rosales explaining all the information regarding the item. Comments I Moved by Councilmember Hanks, seconded by Councilmember Carrillo and unanimously carried Hrg closed to close the Public Hearing. Mayor Pro -Tem Hardison offered a Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING Res, 05-C42 THE ENGINEER'S REPORT AND ASSESSMENT FOR THE 2005-2006 LANDSCAPING AND Confirming LIGHTING ASSESSMENT iDISTRICT NO. 1 (COMMUNITY MAINTENANCE FEE) PURSUANT TO Engr Rpt THE LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING ACT OF 1972. Re: Assessment Fees Moved by Mayor Pro -Tem Hardison seconded by Councilmember Carrillo to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the Council: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: 05/02/05 PAGE THREE HARDISON, CARRILLO, ROCHA, HANKS, CHAGNON NONE NONE Councilmember Carrillo offered a Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTING Res 05-C43 MARK ADES TO FILL THE UNEXPIRED VACANT POSITION ON THE PLANNING COMMISSION Appoint to FOR THE TERM ENDING SEPTEMBER 30, 2005. PC Moved by Councilmember Carrillo seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Hardison to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the Council: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: HARDISON, CARRILLO, ROCHA, HANKS, CHAGNON NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE The CONSENT CALENDAR consisting of Items VI -A through VI -I was approved by motion of Consent Cal Councilmember Rocha, seconded by Mayor Pro -Tem Hardison and unanimously carried. Approved A. The Minutes of the regular meeting of April 18, 2005, were approved as written. Min approved B. The City Treasurer's Report as of March 31, 2005, was received and filed. Treas Rpt C. Authorization and apI proval was given for a side letter to the affected MOU's for the Azusa Side Ltr Police Officers (APOA) and Azusa Police Managers Association (APMA) to accommodate the APOA/APMA Police Department'ssummer deployment. Summer Sched D. Formal bidding procedures were waived pursuant to the AMC, and the purchase of 15 KV Southwest 500 MCM Primary Copper Cable from Southwest Power, Inc., In an amount not to exceed Power copper $168,707, was approved. cable E. A RESOLUTION OF! THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, CALIFORNIA, Res.05-C44 AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF AN APPLICATION PROPOSAL AND THE SIGNING OF A Services for CONTRACT FOR PROVIDING SERVICES FOR ELDERLY PERSONS AND AUTHORIZING Elderly EXECUTION OF ALL DOCUMENTS. F. Formal bidding procedures were waived pursuant to the AMC, and the purchase of BMI BMI Software Software and Hardware and related training and installation was approved in the amount And Hardware not to exceed $18,546.31. I G. Formal bidding procedures were waived pursuant to the AMC, and the purchase of 17 Pur MDC Mobile Computer Systems from CDCE, utilizing the CMAS In the amount of $141,483.83, CMAS was approved. H. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, CALIFORNIA, EXPRESSING Res. 05-C45 THE CITY COUNCIUS!SUPPOR FOR ASSEMBLY BILL 1222 QONES); ASSEMBLY BILL 888 (DE Support Bills LA TORRE); AND SENATE BILL 459 (ROMERO). I. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA ALLOWING CERTAIN Res. 05-C46 CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO Warrants BE PAID. Spec Call Items SPECIAL CALL ITEMS None. None. Convene CRA THE CITY COUNCIL RECESSED AND THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CONVENED AT 9:00 Cncl recess/rec P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED AT 9:01 P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL RECESSED AND THE AZUSA PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY AT 9:01 P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED AT 9:02 P.M. ' ORDINANCES/SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS Ord/Spec Resos Mayor Pro -Tem Hardison,offered an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 55, ARTICLE I, Ord 05-03 SECTION 55-3 (a), OF THE AZUSAMUNICIPAL CODE, CHANGING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE Reducing CULTURAL AND HISTORICAL PRESERVATION COMMISSION FROM SEVEN TO FIVE MEMBERS. number of Cult ✓i Hist members Moved by Mayor Pro -Tem Hardison, seconded by Councilmember Carrillo to waive further reading and adopt. Ordinance passed and adopted by the following vote of the Council: 05/02/05 PAGE FOUR AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: HARDISON, CARRILLO, ROCHA, HANKS, CHAGNON NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE I Mayor Pro -Tem Hardison offered an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 50, ARTICLE II, SECTION 50-37, OF THE AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE, CHANGING THE MEMBERSHIP OF THE PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION FROM SEVEN TO FIVE MEMBERS. Moved by Mayor Pro -Tem Hardison, seconded by Councilmember Carrillo to waive further reading and adopt. Ordinance passed and adopted by the following vote of the Council: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: HARDISON, CARRILLO, ROCHA, HANKS, CHAGNON NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE J Mayor Pro -Tem Hardison offered an Ordinance entitled: Ord 05-04 Reducing number of Park & Rec members I AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 2, ARTICLE 11, Ord 05-05 SECTION 2-32 (5) OF ,THE AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE, REMOVING TERM LIMITS FOR Rmvg trm Imts APPOINTED CITY BOARD AND COMMISSION MEMBERS Brd & Com Moved by Mayor Pro -Tem Hardison, seconded by Councilmember Carrillo to waive further reading and adopt. Ordinance passed and adopted by the following vote of the Council: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: HARDISON, CARRILLO, ROCHA, HANKS, CHAGNON NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Moved by Mayor Pro -Tem Hardison, seconded by Councilmember Hanks and unanimously carried to adjourn in memory of Mark Martin to Wednesday, May 11, 2005, at the Azusa Light and Water Conference Room, to conduct a Joint Workshop with the Azusa Planning Commission regarding the Azusa Pacific University Specific Plan. TIME OF ADIOURNMENT: 9:10 P.M. CLERK NEXT RESOLUTION NO. 2005-C47. NEXT ORDINANCE NO. 2005-06. 05/02/05 PAGE FIVE Adjourn in memory of Mark Martin To 5/11/05 Joint Mtg w/PC