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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - February 19, 2013 - CCTUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2013 — 7:30 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. Pledge to the Flag was led by City of Glendora Mayor Gene Murabito. Call to Order Flag Salute Invocation was given by Pastor Tony Rodriguez, Ministerio Internacional Nuevo Nacimiento en Jesus Invocation Cristo. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, MACIAS, HANKS, ROCHA ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ALSO PRESENT City Attorney Hull, City Manager Makshanoff, Director of Public Works/Assistant City Manager Hires, Police Chief Gonzalez, Finance Director Paragas, Economic and Community Development Director 'Christiansen, Utilities Director Morrow, Human Resources Director Neiuber, Director of Recreation and Family Services Jacobs, Information Services/Library Director Graf, Information Officer Quiroz, City Clerk Mendoza, Assistant City Clerk Hernandez. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Roll Call Also Present Public Part Mr, Eddie Alvarez addressed Council regarding the Let's Talk event at the Edgewood Center stating that E. Alvarez other residents have shown interest, and suggested additional events at different locations throughout the Comments city; he encouraged all to vote Tuesday March 5. Mr. Jorge Rosales addressed Council regarding the pedestrian bridges project, stating that this is a much J. Rosales needed project. Comments Mr. Bart Luce addressed Council regarding the condominium properties at Citrus Crossing, stating that B. Luce he contacted staff to obtain information on the contractor in order to get a status on the project. Comments Mr. Jeffrey Cornejo addressed the meeting inviting all to his Campaign Mixer on February 22. J. Cornejo Comments Mr. Jordan Williams addressed Council regarding the water crisis stating that a group of Azusa Pacific J. Williams University students is raising funds for the clean water Ethiopia project, and requested support to do Clean Water community outreach through the available media resources to raise awareness and ask for financial support; for more information visit www.rightforwater.com. Mr. Art Morales addressed the meeting thanking City Manager Makshanoff and staff for their services, A. Morales announced Mr. Mike Lee's continued recovery asking for prayers for him, and thanked Councilmember Comments Hanks for his services to the community. Community Development Director Christiansen addressed Mr. Luce's concerns stating that a meeting has K. Christiansen been scheduled for February 28, with the people who are interested in moving the Citrus Project forward. Comments REPORTS, UPDATES COUNCIL BUSINESS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS -STAFF Repts, Updates Moved by Coumcilmember Gonzales, seconded by Councilmember Hanks and unanimously carried to Proclo Donate approve a request for a Proclamation declaring April, 2013, as Donate Life Month in Azusa. Life CITY OF AZUSA MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 19, 2013 — 7:30 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. Pledge to the Flag was led by City of Glendora Mayor Gene Murabito. Call to Order Flag Salute Invocation was given by Pastor Tony Rodriguez, Ministerio Internacional Nuevo Nacimiento en Jesus Invocation Cristo. ROLL CALL PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, MACIAS, HANKS, ROCHA ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ALSO PRESENT City Attorney Hull, City Manager Makshanoff, Director of Public Works/Assistant City Manager Hires, Police Chief Gonzalez, Finance Director Paragas, Economic and Community Development Director 'Christiansen, Utilities Director Morrow, Human Resources Director Neiuber, Director of Recreation and Family Services Jacobs, Information Services/Library Director Graf, Information Officer Quiroz, City Clerk Mendoza, Assistant City Clerk Hernandez. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Roll Call Also Present Public Part Mr, Eddie Alvarez addressed Council regarding the Let's Talk event at the Edgewood Center stating that E. Alvarez other residents have shown interest, and suggested additional events at different locations throughout the Comments city; he encouraged all to vote Tuesday March 5. Mr. Jorge Rosales addressed Council regarding the pedestrian bridges project, stating that this is a much J. Rosales needed project. Comments Mr. Bart Luce addressed Council regarding the condominium properties at Citrus Crossing, stating that B. Luce he contacted staff to obtain information on the contractor in order to get a status on the project. Comments Mr. Jeffrey Cornejo addressed the meeting inviting all to his Campaign Mixer on February 22. J. Cornejo Comments Mr. Jordan Williams addressed Council regarding the water crisis stating that a group of Azusa Pacific J. Williams University students is raising funds for the clean water Ethiopia project, and requested support to do Clean Water community outreach through the available media resources to raise awareness and ask for financial support; for more information visit www.rightforwater.com. Mr. Art Morales addressed the meeting thanking City Manager Makshanoff and staff for their services, A. Morales announced Mr. Mike Lee's continued recovery asking for prayers for him, and thanked Councilmember Comments Hanks for his services to the community. Community Development Director Christiansen addressed Mr. Luce's concerns stating that a meeting has K. Christiansen been scheduled for February 28, with the people who are interested in moving the Citrus Project forward. Comments REPORTS, UPDATES COUNCIL BUSINESS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS -STAFF Repts, Updates Moved by Coumcilmember Gonzales, seconded by Councilmember Hanks and unanimously carried to Proclo Donate approve a request for a Proclamation declaring April, 2013, as Donate Life Month in Azusa. Life City Manager Makshanoff addressed the meeting announcing the Appeals Court ruling in favor of Azusa J Makshanoff on all counts regarding the Vulcan Case, a law suit by the City of Duarte; staff will review the ruling to Comments see the time line and if this will go further. Mayor Pro -tem Carrillo addressed the meeting congratulating Chick.fil.A for their grand opening; ribbon A. Carrillo cutting will be Thursday, February 21, at 9:00 a.m. Comments Councilmember Gonzales addressed the meeting thanking all who participated at the Casino Night fund R. Gonzales raiser on February 15, and thanked Councilmember Macias for co -sponsoring the event; checks from the Comments proceeds will be presented to both Little Leagues and the Junior All American, at the next meeting. Councilmember Hanks addressed the meeting thanking city staff for their services; he was happy to know K. Hanks 'the Court's decision regarding Vulcan, and congratulated Chick.fil.A. Comments Councilmember Macias addressed the meeting requesting the auditorium fire extinguishers be replaced; U. Macias he asked that staff look into the cost of installing sidewalks at the 1200 and 1300 blocks N. Azusa Ave.; Comments congratulated Chick.fil.A for their grand opening; welcomed the Cities and Agencies that came to recognize Councilmenber Hanks; and wished a Happy Birthday to his friend Analia. Mayor Rocha addressed the meeting announcing Friends of the Library Book Sale, Saturday, February J. Rocha 23, at 10:00 a.m., and Azusa Cares, Thursday March 7, 3-5 p.m. by Senator Dr. Ed Hernandez on the Comments Affordable Care Act; he congratulated Chick.fil.A for their grand opening, and the Family Dollar Store ribbon cutting ceremony next Saturday, February 23, at 8:00 a.m.; requested the flags at the Woman's Club be replaced, and asked to keep service men and women in prayers. Sched Items PUBLIC HEARING: LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT WEED ABATEMENT L.A. Co. Weed PROTEST HEARING. Abatement Protest Hearing Director of Economic and Community Development Christiansen addressed the hearing stating that this is to allow property owners to object to the brush and clearance notices; testimony should be received, K. Christiansen adoption of the order to abate should be considered and property owners objecting to the abatement will Comments be referred to the Los Angeles County Fire Department brush clearance office for consideration. 'The Mayor declared the hearing open. City Clerk read the affidavit of proof of publication of said hearing Hrg Open published in the San Gabriel Valley Tribune on February 8, 2013. Mr. Art Morales addressed the hearing to inquire if any of the properties being affected by the abatement A. Morales belong to the State of California, and who would cover the cost of the clearance; staff responded that Comments properties listed on the abatement are individual owners in the north mountainous areas. Moved by Councilmember Gonzales seconded by Mayor Pro -tem Carrillo and unanimously carried to Hrg. Closed close the Hearing. Moved by Councilmember Hanks seconded by Mayor Pro -tem Carrillo and unanimously carried to Appv approve the motion and abatement order directing abatement of the nuisance by removing all weeds and Abatement rubbish from the affected improved parcels. The CONSENT CALENDAR consisting of Items D-1 through D-4, was approved by motion of Consent Cal Councilmember Gonzales, seconded by Councilmember Hanks, and unanimously carried. 1. The minutes of the regular meeting of February 4, 2013, were approved as written. Minutes 2. The following Resolution No. 13-C9, was adopted and entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA ALLOWING CERTAIN Reso 13-C9 ' CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE Warrants TO BE PAID. 3. In accordance with the City of Azusa Civil Service Rules and applicable Memorandum of H.R. Action Understanding(s), the Human Resources Action Items were approved as follows: Items Merit Increase and/or Regular Appointment: L. Levario. Flexible Staffing Promotion: R. Lopez. 4. Authorization was given to enter into a Cooperation and Reimbursement Agreement with the County L.A. Co. of Los Angeles for the installation of two new pedestrian bridges on Alosta Avenue at Little Dalton Reimb Agmnt Wash. Dalton Wash 02/19/2013 PAGE TWO The THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY CONSENT CALENDAR consisting of Item E-1 was considered Sccr Agency under the Special Call portion of the Agenda. Consent SPECIAL CALL ITEMS RIGHT OF ENTRY AGREEMENT WITH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES FOR DEMOLITION OF SITE STRUCTURES — ATLANTIS GARDENS. Staff responded to Councilmember Macias concerns stating that the City will not incur any expenses on the demolition of the structures as the properties belong to the State of California; the responsibility of the housing assets was transferred to the Los Angeles County; however, the transfer has not been completed; this is an agreement to allow the County entry to the property in order to do the work; there have been many illegal break ins into the vacant structures to which Code Enforcement has been working to prevent, this has created the need to demolish them immediately. Moved by Councilmember Macias seconded by Councilmember Hanks, and unanimously carried to Approve a Right of Entry Agreement with the Community Development Commission of County of Los Angeles for Demolition of Site Structures at Atlantis Gardens, and authorization was give to the City Manager to execute same. Special Call Right of Entry Agreement L.A. Co. Comm Dev Commission Atlantis Gardens Property SUCCESSOR AGENCY RELATED BUSINESS Sccssr Agney Councilmember Gonzales offered a Resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE FORMER REDEVELOPMENT Reso 13-R3 AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE RECOGNIZED ROPS, Jul to OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2013 THROUGH Dec 2013 DECEMBER 31, 2013 PURSUANT TO AB xl 26 AS AMENDED BY AB 1484 Moved by Councilmeber Gonzales, seconded by Mayor Pro -tem Carrillo and unanimously carried to adopt Resolution No. 13-R3, by the following vote of the Council: 'AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: GONZALES, CARRILLO, MACIAS, HANKS, ROCHA NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE CEREMONIAL A ceremony was held to recognize Councilmember Keith Hanks for the years of service to the Community. Presentations were made by the Cities of Glendora, Alhambra, Baldwin Park, South Pasadena, EI Monte, Duarte, Monrovia and Pasadena; The San Gabriel Valley Council of Governments, Southern California Association of Governments, Metro Gold Line, Azusa Chamber of Commerce, 48°i District Assemblymen Roger Hernandez. Each Councilmember thanked him and together they presented a proclamation and a plaque on behalf of the City of Azusa. ADJOURNMENT The meeting was adjourned in honor of Councilmember Keith Hanks. TIME OF OJOURNMENT: 9:00 P.M. VERA MENDOZA, CITY CLEgl2 NEXT RESOLUTION NO. 2013-C10. (City) NEXT ORDINANCE NO. 2013-01. NEXT RESOLUTION NO. 2013-R4 (Former Redevelopment Agency) 02/19/2013 PAGE THREE Ceremonial Recognizing K. Hanks Adjourn