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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - September 5, 2006 - CCCITY OF AZUSA MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 5, 2006 - 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 The entire Council presented a proclamation to Ms. Christine Li, Health Coordinator for the Childhood County of Los Angeles Children's Medical Services, declaring September 22-28 as Childhood Injury Injury Prevention Week. Prevention CLOSED SESSION Closed Sess The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 6:46 p.m. to discuss the following: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (Gov. Code Sec. 54957.61 Conf w/Labor Agency Negotiators: City Manager Delach and Assistant City Manager Person Negotiators 'Organizations/Employee: EXECUTIVE and APMA CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - POTENTIAL LITIGATION Gov. Code Sec. Conf w/legal 54956.9(b)). One Potential Case Counsel PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION (Gov. Code Sec. 54957) Pub Empl Title: City Manager The City Council reconvened at 7:40 p.m. City Attorney Carvalho advised that there was no Reconvened reportable action taken in Closed Session, sole item discussed was potential litigation and if No Rpts there is time a the end of meeting remaining items will be discussed. Mayor Pro -Tem Comments Rocha did not participate he was absent from this portion of the meeting. Mayor Chagnon called the meeting to order and led in the Salute to the Flag. Call to Order INVOCATION - City Manager Fran Delach Invocation ROLL CALL Roll Call PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: HARDISON, CARRILLO, HANKS, ROCHA, CHAGNON ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ALSO PRESENT: Also Present City Attorney Carvalho, City Manager Delach, Assistant City Manager Person, Chief of Police Garcia, Director of Utilities Hsu, Economic Development Director Coleman, City Engineer Scott, Director of Recreation and Family Services Jacobs, City Treasurer Hamilton, Public Information Officer Quiroz, City Clerk Mendoza, Deputy City Clerk Toscano. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Public Part Ms. Kristin Gurrola, Associate Director, Center for Academic Service Azusa Pacific University, announced the start of this year's AZUSA Azusa City Library. She stated that this Is the 7th year of the AZUSA will begin on Monday, September i I1h, at the Azusa Library at 3 p.m. be working this semester. Learning and Research, K. Gurrola READS program at the Azusa Reads READS program which and nineteen tutors will Mr. Mike Lee talked about the Veteran's Care Day event that was held at the National Guard M. Lee Amory, advised that he met Phil Angelides, Candidate for Governor, the importance of Comments universal healthcare, the success of the dinner/dance held at the VFW over the week end and his attendance at the RV Meeting. Mr. Chuck Limmer expressed concern regarding the maintenance of the planted divider on C. Limmer San Gabriel Canyon Road, stating that trees are knocked down due to winds, etc. and Mayor Comments Chagnon added that bushes are overgrown. Mr. Jorge Rosales expressed his appreciation to many city staff members for responded to J. Rosales questions he had. He recognized Marcene Hamilton, City Treasurer on the new format of Comments the City Treasurer's Report, which he stated is very transparent, and shows what is being invested and interest revenues. He stated that the Concerts in the Parks were outstanding and that the City should have more throughout the year. Ms. Andrea Cruz addressed Council speaking against eminent domain on her property stating that it doesn't make sense to buy everyone out and turn property over to Watt Development Company. She stated that there are other properties within the City that are empty and available, i.e. Foothill Shopping Center, former Boys Shopping Center which is a parking lot. She responded that her property is located at 730 North Azusa Avenue, Prime Time Realty. Mr. Nick Rosales of Prime Time Realty addressed the same issue stating that in successful redevelopment project are those when local businesses are given the chance to make decision in redevelopment; he expressed his opinion against eminent domain in the Central Business District Downtown Redevelopment Plan. REPORTS, UPDATES COUNCIL BUSINESS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS -STAFF Mayor Chagnon recognized Ed Hernandez who is in the race for 57`h Assembly District who will represent the City of Azusa. She wished good luck to Keith Hanks and Joe Rocha on their trip to Zacatecas, Mexico. She also recognized the Azusa Finance Department on receiving the GFOA (Government Finance Officers Association) Award which will be presented at a later date for excellence in Annual Financial Reporting. It was consensus that the filing deadline for City Boards and Commissions be extended to Wednesday, September 13, 2006. Mayor Pro -Tem Rocha asked that the meeting be adjourned in memory of Juan Salazar Sr. and Jennie Camacho. He thanked Congresswoman Solis and all volunteers and sponsors of the Veterans Care Day event, he noted that he attended an Eagle Scout Ceremony for Christian Peralta, expressed concern regarding the flood stating that the Noriega family has concern regarding the retaining wall, invited all to the community picnic on Saturday, September 9th, 10 am, - 7 p.m.; a certificate will be presented to Juan Jose Bustamante who will be returning from Iraq. He also expressed concern regarding a transmittal letter sent by city staff to the President of Azusa Pacific University, regarding a possible shift in political climate and the completion of projects. A. Cruz Comments N. Rosales comments Rpts/Updates Chagnon Comments Rocha Comments Councilmember Hanks reminded all that the 5 1 Anniversary of September 11`h is Hanks approaching and asked that the community fly American Flags that day in remembrance of Comments all Americans who were killed during the attacks from terrorists that day. Councilmember Hardison inquired about the status of the proposed Cell Tower at Slauson Park to Director of Recreation and Family Services Jacob who advised he would provide Information regarding the matter. He also requested information regarding the I I'h street project and expressed concern regarding water main and street paving projects stating that there is a need for communication between departments in order to avoid re -paving after a project is completed. Councilmember Carrillo expressed concern regarding street sweeping and complaints he has been receiving that streets are not being swept as it should be; further he asked that there be a follow up on the issue of signage. He stated that Concerts in the Park were great, reminded all that the Cooling Centers are at the Azusa Senior Center and Azusa Library, he thanked the Public Information Officer Martin Quiroz for working on the PSA (Public Service Announcements) regarding possible accidents in the canyon and that the City should look into future partnerships with Los Angeles County next year on PSA's. 09/05/06 PAGE TWO Hardison Comments Carrillo Comments City Manager Delach announced that staff will be working with the Azusa Police Department and the Emergency Services Coordinator on the National Incident Management System City Mgr (NIMS) training which Is required by Federal Mandate; further that Council will also be in Comments training in late fall or early winter. SCHEDULED ITEMS Request From The San Gabriel Valley Gun Club For An Extension Of The Amortization Period Designating The Gun Club As A Legal Non Conforming Use Until December 31, 2007, (15 -Months). City Manager Delach addressed the issue stating that the Gun Club has the opportunity to apply for an extension of a non -conforming status per Council review; Gun Club has proposed the measures as follows: 1. Hours of operation: Tuesday — Friday 9:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. (a reduction of 2.25 hours per day); Saturday 9:00 A.M. to 4:00 P.M. (a reduction of 1 hour); Sunday 10:00 A.M. to 3:30 P.M. (a reduction of 2.5 hours). 2. Law Enforcement Training: Beginning October 1, 2006 the facility will be closed completely on Mondays. Law enforcement and governmental training contracts will continue on weekdays until the end of the current year, (December 31, 2006), between 10:00 A.M. and 3:30 P.M. Agencies will be moved as soon as possible to Burro Canyon or other venues for training. 3. Weapons allowed to be fired: The Gun Club has prohibited, since July 1, 2006, the use of large magnum rifles with muzzle breaks and 50 caliber weapons at the facility. Only weapons recognized as legal firearms in California are permitted. 4. The SGV Gun Club agrees to be moved from the facility in Azusa Canyon by or before December 31, 2007 and will move as soon as possible if the land that they propose to develop becomes available from the Los Angeles County Flood Control. 5. Lease agreements with the current property owners require clean up and restoration of the land. He stated that the City has recommended a potential settlement agreement. Sched Items Gun Club Request for Extension Delach Comments Ms. Sylvia Ruiz on behalf of the Gun Club addressed the issue stating that they have had a S. Ruiz community meeting where residents provided input issues they have with the Gun Club Comments which basically produced the proposed measures as listed above. She requested that the Gun Club non -conforming use be extended until December 2007. The following persons expressed their opposition to extension of the non -conforming use for Comments the Gun Club. Robert Donnelson, David Sigler, Horacio Godoy, Neil Streng and Chuck Opposition Limmer. Discussion was held between Councilmembers, staff and Ms. Ruiz regarding the following: Discussion major source of revenue for the gun club is weekend shootings, difficulty finding location for their needs, the need to have an agreement with Burro Canyon, an understating with Vulcan Material which they are now on a month to month contract, the need for a relocation and reclamation plan, an environment report before clean up and a possible letter of Intent. Further, each Councilmember expressed their view regarding the Issue. Moved by Councilmember Hardison, seconded by Councilmember Hanks and carried that Motion to staff be directed to bring back, in addition to the five points listed, a settlement agreement, Bring back reclamation plan, waiver of legal action to pay for all city's legal fees in case they do not Settlement leave by date noted, and any other items City Attorney and City Manager may add. Mayor Agreement Pro -Tem Rocha dissenting. w/Gun Club Concept Parks And Landscaping Plan For Rosedale. Rosedale Project Manager Bruckner addressed the issue stating that after a Joint Park and Recreation Commission and City Council Workshop on October 201' of 2005, one direction was given that the minimum 1.8 park size would receive a restroom; plans were revised and presented to Park and Recreation Commission on July 20"' of this year and they recommended that Council approve plans as submitted, but that restrooms be provided in all the parks; he. asked Council to approve the revised plans but that only 5 out of the 1 1 parks have restrooms, due to security and maintenance issues, and that community gardens be removed and that an open play area, and or passive recreation area replace them. After comments from Bill Holman of ALP, Director of Recreation and Family Services Joe Jacobs and additional Council comments regarding drinking fountains, soccer field -outside entities, and restrooms in parks, it was moved by Councilmember Hardison, seconded by Councilmember Carrillo and carried to approve Rosedale Concept Parks and Landscaping Plan (providing restrooms in 5 of the parks), with the modification to eliminate the Community Gardens at Craftsman park in favor of open playfield/passive recreation area. Mayor Pro -Tem Rocha and Councilmember Hanks dissenting (both wanted restrooms in every park in the project). 09/05/06 PAGE THREE Rosedale concept parks and landscaping Plan Plan approved As presented Fiscal Year 2006-07 Capital Improvement Project And Budget. City Engineer Scott provided City Engr Scott a presentation on both the CIP and the Pavement Management Program, past, present and CIP and Street future. He presented the five year plan highlighting what has been done in the first three Paving Projects years as follows: Year i - North of Sierra Madre east of San Gabriel avenue, Gladstone Avenue south to Arrow highway, and South of 1-210 east of Citrus Avenue, Year 2 - North of Santa Fe railroad tracks east of Vernon and south of 1210 east of Azusa Avenue, Year 3 - North of 51" Street east of San Gabriel. He described this years overlay, slurry and alleys to be reconstructed. He then advised that next year - year 5 all remaining areas south of the 1- 210, including all of Vernon Avenue to be completed after sewer project of the Los Angeles County Sanitation District. Utilities Director Hsu responded to questions regarding waterline on I 1 1h street stating there Dir of Utilities were leaks on that street and had to obtain an outside contractor to do the work. J. Hsu City Engineer Scott responded to questions regarding the County Sanitation project stating City Engr Scott that they will resurface half of the street, hire a contractor and it will get inspected by the County Project City. Further, the same contractor could do the whole street if they submit a bid for the project at a good price. He stated that there is a moisture problem on Vernon and there is a need for a geotechnical report. Mr. Richard Carpenter, an Azusa resident, asked if the five year plan would be paving R. Carpenter Cerritos Avenue between Gladstone to Arrow Highway and staff responded yes. Comments Mayor Pro -Tem Rocha asked about the CIP Projects, specifically, Gladstone Park Fencing. Discussion Discussion was held regarding the Carry Over Project Funding and the Supplemental List Project which was lacking from the agenda item. The Carry Over Project are in process, on hold or being completed. City Manager Delach advised that the Supplemental List was not included and that among other things, the Gladstone Park Fencing, Air Conditioning of the Gym at Memorial Park and consideration of Marquee at City Hall were on it. Moved by Mayor Pro -Tem Rocha, seconded by Councilmember Carrillo and unanimously CIP 2005-06 carried to approve the FY 2005-06 Capital Project Appropriation Summary and that the Approved Supplemental List be brought back to the next meeting for consideration. 'Moved by Mayor Chagnon, seconded by Councilmember Hanks and unanimously carried to Year 4 approve the Plans and Specifications for the Year 4 Pavement Management Program and Pavement authorize the Director of Public Works to advertise for bids. The work will entail resurfacing Management of certain city streets by first removing existing deteriorated pavement and then construction Plan of a new asphalt overlay or where streets are in good condition an application of an asphaltic emulsion slurry seal. Also, certain alleys will be reconstructed in Areas 8 and 9. The CONSENT CALENDAR consisting of Items D-1 through D-6 was approved by motion of Consent Cal Mayor Pro -Tem Rocha, seconded by Councilmember Hardison and unanimously carried. Approved Mayor Pro -Tem Rocha abstained from the minutes of August I I" as he was not present at that meeting and he also voted no on item D-5. Minutes of the regular meeting of August 21 2006, and the special and adjourned Min appvd meetings of August I 1 " and 12" were approved as written. 2. Human Resources Action Items were approved as follows: HR Action Merit Increase and/or Regular Appointments: J. Arias, and J. Tingley. items Flexible Staffing Promotion: J. Tingley, Facility Maintenance Worker Il to Facility Maintenance Worker 111. Separation: F. Corrales, Water Distribution Equipment Operator. 3. The City Treasurer's Report as of July 31, 2006 was received and filed. Treas Rpt 4. In accordance with Section 2-518 (b) and 2-253 (d), under Article VII, Bidding and Pur of Meter Contracting, of the Azusa Municipal Code, approval was given for the issuance of a Tester purchase order in an amount not to exceed $21,780 to McAvoy & Markham for the Equipment purchase of a Three Phase Dytronic Electricity Reference Standard (meter test equipment). 5. Approval was given for an amendment to the existing B/R Partners agreement to Professional include extension to June 30, 2007, and the Mayor was authorized to sign the Services Agmt amended agreement. Mayor Pro -Tem dissented. B/R Partners 09/05/06 PAGE FOUR 6. The following resolution was adopted and entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA ALLOWING CERTAIN Res. 06-C74 CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME Warrants ARE TO BE PAID. SPECIAL CALL ITEMS Spec Call Itms None. None THE CITY COUNCIL RECESSED AND THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CONVENED AT 10:15 Cncl recess P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED AT 10:15 P.M. CRA convene reconvened Councilmember Hardison offered an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING Ord. 06-010 CHAPTER 2 OF THE AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING INFORMAL BID LIMITS FOR Bid Limits for PUBLIC PROJECTS, SERVICES AND PURCHASES OF ELECTRICAL TRANSFORMER Public Prjts EQUIPMENT AND PRIMARY COPPER CABLE. Moved by Councilmember Hardison, seconded by Councilmember Hanks to waive further reading and adopt. Ordinance passed and adopted by the following vote of the Council: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: HARDISON, CARRILLO, HANI(S, ROCHA,CHAGNON NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE Councilmember Carrillo advised that County Fair Tickets are available at the Park and Carrillo Recreation $9 for Adults and $5 Kids, there are sponsorship plaques still available at Comments Gladstone park. The City Council recessed back into to Closed Session at 10:19 p.m. to discuss the Recess to following: Closed Session CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR (Gov. Code Sec. 54957.6) Agency Negotiators: City Manager Delach and Assistant City Manager Person Organizations/Employee: EXECUTIVE and APMA PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION (Gov. Code Sec. 54957) Title: City Manager The City Council reconvened at 10:55 p.m. City Attorney Carvalho advised that there was no Reconvene reportable action taken in Closed Session. No reports Moved by Councilmember Hardison, seconded by Councilmember Carrillo and unanimously Adjourn in carried to adjourn In memory of Juan Salazar Sr. and Jennie Camacho. Memory of J. Salazar Sr. &J. Camacho TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 10:56 P.M. (Q4 �� -�-7 CITY CLERK NEXT RESOLUTION NO. 2006-C75. NEXT ORDINANCE NO. 2006-011 09/05/06 PAGE FIVE