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HomeMy Public PortalAboutM 2012-03-20 - CCLYNWOOD CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING March 20, 2012 The City Council of the City of Lynwood met in a regular meeting in the Council Chambers, 11330 Bullis Road on the above date at 6:06 p.m. Mayor Morton presiding. Council Members Castro, Rodriguez, Santillan -Bess, and Morton were present. Council Member Alatorre was absent. Also present were City Manager Haley, City Attorney Galante, City Clerk Quinonez and City Treasurer Hernandez. City Clerk Quinonez announced that the Agenda had been duly posted in accordance with the Brown Act. Item #6. PRESENTATIONS /PROCLAMATIONS Association of Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs Sheriff Captain Gooden presented a plaque to the City Council on behalf of the Association of Los Angeles Deputy Sheriffs. Sheriff Captain Joseph M. Gooden — Update on Law Enforcement Issues Sheriff Captain Gooden stated that he liked the city council start time change because he would be available to attend the meetings at the new time. He reported an across the board 14% decrease in crime in the City. He reported on two murders and stated that they were anomalies and did not have to happen. He stressed the importance of not trying to intervene or stop a crime from happening. He advised the public to be a good witness to a crime instead of a victim of a crime. He stated that three out of the four homicides that occurred in Lynwood this year could have been avoided. He stated that the Sheriff's Department is going out into the community and advising residents to be witnesses instead of victims. He stated that his biggest concerns are property crimes and crimes of opportunity and the COPS team will work to continue the current success in these areas. Lieutenant Chavez reported on the Department's positive reinforcement program where deputies would be giving out free Home Town Buffet kids meal vouchers to the community. CicLAvia "Car Free" Walk /Bike Ride Aaron Paley introduced the CicLAvia concept to the Council and stated that several south east la cities such as Huntington Park and South Gate are working together to try to create a CicLAvia route for next year. He invited everyone to attend the next CicLAvia event in Los Angeles on April 15 He left postcards and flyers with the City Clerk. • City Council Members Reporting on Meetings Attended (Gov. Code Section 53232.3 (D)) Mayor Morton reported attending the Greater Lynwood Chamber of Commerce Grand Opening and asked City Treasurer Hernandez to speak about the event. City Treasurer Hernandez thanked the Council for being a part of the event and stated that the Chamber is looking forward to growing. He also announced that the first official meeting would take place on April 24 Item #7. COUNCIL RECESS TO: CITY OF LYNWOOD AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE LYNWOODREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY 6:29 p.m. LYNWOOD HOUSING AUTHORITY 6:32 p.m. PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (Regarding Agenda Items Only) Margaret Araujo stated that she was planning on commented on Item #17, but since it was pulled, instead she wanted to thank the Council and staff and everyone who showed their support for the Greater Lynwood Chamber of Commerce Grand Opening. PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Shelly Krinitt commented on the use of her warehouse properties in feature films and television. She asked the Council for their support in lowering the permit fees to a level comparable to other cities. She provided informational items to the City Clerk. Frank P. Calderon recommended that the City Council install a security surveillance system in the Senior Center. He provided a copy of his comments to the City Clerk. Pearline Calderon stated that she supported Mr. Calderon's suggestion to install surveillance cameras in the Senior Center in order to improve public safety. She provided a copy of her comments to the City Clerk. Irene Garcia stated that the pocket park on 108 and Santa Fe is welcomed though overdue. She stated that she had a bad trolley ride experience and she asked the Council to look into the matter. Joaquin Mesinas commented on Item #15 - CONSULTING SERVICES CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR AAE, INC. DBA INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERS. He asked Council to look for another company that could provide the same service. He also commented on Item #17 - SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL CONTRACT EXTENSION. He stated that the Council had pulled the item for the second time and this was raising a red flag. He recommended that the Council go out for an RFP for the trash contract. Suzette Vega stated that she was the vice president of a student organization at California State University Dominguez Hills. She commented on her student organization and asked the Council to waive the room rental fee for Bateman Hall. Rod White commented on the proposed water rate increase by Park Water Company. He asked for the Council's support to stop the extreme water rate increase. Mayor Morton asked the City Manager to meet with Mr. White to find out what the City could do to help. Paulette Bradley thanked the Council for hiring the new graffiti cleanup crew. She said that she no longer has to report graffiti to Ramon. She also thanked everyone who supported the Mardi Gras event. Antonio Munguia stated that he supported Mr. White and asked the City to do so as well. He also commended the graffiti cleanup crew. PUBLIC HEARINGS Item #8. PROPERTY NUISANCE ABATEMENT - 11634 LOUISE AVENUE (APN # 6188- 005 -010) City Manager Roger Haley introduced the item regarding the property nuisance abatement on 11634 Louise Avenue (APN# 6188- 005 -010). It was moved by Council Member Castro, seconded by Council Member Rodriguez, to open the public hearing. It was moved by Council Member Santillan -Beas, seconded by Council Member Rodriguez, to close the public hearing and approve the staff recommendation to adopt the attached resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 2012.054 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD DETERMINING THAT A NUISANCE IS BEING MAINTAINED ON CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY, COMMONLY KNOWN AS 11634 LOUISE AVENUE, LYNWOOD, CA, AND IDENTIFIED AS TAX ASSESSOR'S BOOK NO. 6188, PAGE 005, PARCEL NO. 010 IN THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AND DIRECTING THE ABATEMENT THEREOF AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, RODRIGUEZ, SANTILLAN -BEAS, AND MORTON NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER ALATORRE CONSENT CALENDAR It was moved by Council Member Rodriguez, seconded by Council Member Castro, to approve the consent calendar and receive and file staff reports. AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, RODRIGUEZ, SANTILLAN -BEAS, AND MORTON NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER ALATORRE Item #9. MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS: Regular Meeting — February 21, 2012 Item #10. APPROVAL OF THE WARRANT REGISTER RESOLUTION NO. 2012.055 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE DEMANDS AND WARRANTS THEREFORE Item #11. REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL- CONTRACT FOR BUILDING PLAN - CHECK AND BUILDING INSPECTION SERVICES Item #12. City Manager Roger Haley pulled Item #12 — CLAIM FOR DAMAGES BY SHEILA HARDING City Manager Roger Haley stated that the item needed to be pulled for further staff investigation. Item #13. Council Member Santillan -Bess pulled Item #13 — LYNWOOD TROLLEY BUS SERVICE CONTRACT Council Member Santillan -Beas asked if sixty days would be sufficient time to return to Council with a recommendation. She also recommended that staff ride undercover on the Trolley to make sure they are operating properly. Public Works staff member Paul Nguyen stated that it would be sufficient time. After discussion by Council, it was moved by Council Member Santillan -Beas, seconded by Council Member Rodriguez, to approve the staff recommendation to adopt the attached resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 2012.056 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A 90 -DAY CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR THE LYNWOOD TROLLEY BUS SERVICES CONTRACT WITH MV TRANSPORTATION AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, RODRIGUEZ, SANTILLAN -BEAS, AND MORTON NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER ALATORRE Item #14. CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION, DIVISION OF TRANSPORTATION PLANNING — GRANT PROPOSAL AND DESIGNATION OF AUTHORIZED AGENT RESOLUTION NO. 2012.057 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD TO EXECUTE AGREEMENTS WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION Item #15. CONSULTING SERVICES CONTRACT EXTENSION FOR AAE, INC. DBA INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERS RESOLUTION NO. 2012.058 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING CONTRACT AMENDMENT NO. 3, WITH AAE, INC., (DBA INFRASTRUCTURE ENGINEERS), PROVIDING A CONTRACT TIME EXTENSION AT A COST NOT -TO- EXCEED $50,000; AND AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT AMENDMENT Item #16. PROPOSED FOURTH AMENDMENT TO LEASE WITH BULLETIN DISPLAYS NEW /OLD BUSINESS Item #17. City Manager Roger Haley pulled Item #17 — SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL CONTRACT EXTENSION Mayor Morton announced that this item was pulled from the agenda for further review. Item #18. CERTIFICATION, REVIEW, AND GRANTING OF UTILITY USERS' TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2012 It was moved by Council Member Castro, seconded by Council Member Rodriguez, to approve the staff recommendation to adopt the attached resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 2012.059 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD APPROVING THE CERTIFIED LIST OF UTILITY USERS' TAX EXEMPTIONS FOR THE PERIOD OF JANUARY 1, 2012 THROUGH DECEMBER 31, 2012, AND GRANTING EXEMPTIONS TO THE INDIVIDUALS ON THE CERTIFIED LISTS AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, RODRIGUEZ, SANTILLAN -BEAS, AND MORTON NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER ALATORRE Item #19. APPROVAL OF REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL FOR DIAL -A -RIDE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES Director of Community Services and Parks and Recreation Perry Brents introduced the item regarding the approval of the Request for Proposal for Dial -A -Ride Transportation Services. It was moved by Council Member Castro, seconded by Council Member Rodriguez, to approve the staff recommendation to adopt the attached resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 2012.060 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD TO APPROVE THE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR DIAL -A -RIDE TRANSPORTATION SERVICES AND DIRECT STAFF TO SOLICIT PROPOSALS FROM QUALIFIED TRANSPORTATION COMPANIES AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, RODRIGUEZ, SANTILLAN -BEAS, AND MORTON NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER ALATORRE Item #20. REVIEW OF BOARD AND COMMISSION MEMBERS City Clerk Maria Quinonez introduced the item regarding the review of Board and Commission members. Council Member Castro nominated Evelia Hernandez to the Community Development Block Grant Board, Arthur Martinez Jr. to the Public Safety/Traffic & Parking Commission, Paulette Bradley to the Personnel Board, and Kenneth West to the Planning Commission. AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, RODRIGUEZ, SANTILLAN -BEAS, AND MORTON NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER ALATORRE Item #21. GRAFFITI ABATEMENT CONTRACT EXTENSION City Manager Roger Haley introduced the item regarding the Graffiti Abatement Contract Extension. It was moved by Council Member Rodriguez, seconded by Council Member Castro, to approve option one and direct staff to extend the current weekend graffiti abatement contract for seven years for an amount not -to- exceed $46,800 annually for the first two years and a five percent CPI cap thereafter. AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, RODRIGUEZ, SANTILLAN -BEAS, AND MORTON NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER ALATORRE Item #22. APPROVING A ONE YEAR EXTENSION TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND CITY OF INGLEWOOD TO PROVIDE PARKING CITATION AND COLLECTION SERVICES City Manager Roger Haley introduced the item regarding approving a one year extension to the agreement between the City and the City of Inglewood to provide parking citation and collection services. After discussion by Council, it was moved by Council Member Rodriguez, seconded by Council Member Castro, to direct staff to do further research regarding the contract cancellation and bring it back to the next council meeting. AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS CASTRO, RODRIGUEZ, SANTILLAN -BEAS, AND MORTON NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBER ALATORRE CITY COUNCIL ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATION Council Member Santillan -Beas thanked the Greater Lynwood Chamber of Commerce as well as staff involved with the event for doing a great job and heading into the right direction. She commented on the water rates and expressed her hope that the City could help fight the rate increases. She commented on the graffiti cleanup company and stated that she was glad that residents are noticing their great work. She asked for statistics on the amount of work the graffiti company completes compared to City staff. Lastly, she commented on the trash contract and stated that she preferred going out to RFP and including a weekly bulky item pickup around the City. Council Member Rodriguez congratulated the Chamber of Commerce and stated that he is now a member. He reminded everyone to attend the city council meetings held on the first and third Tuesday of the month at 6pm. Council Member Castro commented on the Lynwood N' Perspective. She suggested a partnership with the new Greater Lynwood Chamber of Commerce to showcase local businesses. She said she liked the new newsletter format where important council decisions were summarized. Lastly, she apologized for missing the new Greater Lynwood Chamber of Commerce Grand Opening. Mayor Morton thanked everyone for attending the meeting and submitting their input to make Lynwood a better place. He stated that the Council's interest is in the people of Lynwood. He commented on the Greater Lynwood Chamber of Commerce Grand Opening. He thanked the Sheriff's Department for the plaque. He requested that a Lynwood Families City Parks Bill of Rights be included in the next City Council agenda. CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Fred Galante announced that the Council would recess to discuss two closed session items on the City Council agenda and one closed session item on the Lynwood Successor Agency agenda. The Council recessed to closed session at 7:33 p.m. The City Council reconvened at 8:07 p.m. City Attorney Fred Galante stated that the Council met in closed session and with respect to the following matters: Item #23. CLOSED SESSION ITEMS A. With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 54956.9: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION (subdivision (a) of section 54956.9:) 1. Name of Case: County of Los Angeles vs. Bulletin Displays, and Cross - Complaint City of Lynwood vs. County of Los Angeles, Los Angeles Superior Court, Case No. BC448153 The City Council held a discussion, by motion of Council Member Rodriguez, seconded by Council Member Castro, with the motion being approved by a 4 -0 vote with Mayor Pro Tern Alatorre being absent, the Council directed the City Attorney's Office to pursue entering into a confidential joint defense agreement with Bulletin Displays whereby Bulletin Displays would assign its interest in the case to the city and further limit the city's exposure to any liability subject to a confidential joint defense agreement. B. With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 54956.8: CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS Property: APN 6173- 002 -906 Negotiator: Roger L. Haley, City Manager; Fred Galante, City Attorney Negotiating Parties: M&A Gabaee and City of Lynwood as Successor to LRA Under Negotiation: Price and terms Council Member Santillan -Beas abstained and left the closed session room. The City Council and Lynwood Successor Agency to the Lynwood Redevelopment Agency provided direction and no reportable action was taken. ADJOURNMENT Having no further discussion, it was moved by Council Member Rodriguez, seconded by Mayor Morton, and carried to adjourn the regular Lynwood City Council meeting at 8:09 p.m. J' Morton, M or