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Home My Public Portal AboutM2008-09-LRA-CCLYNWOOD REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 16, 2008 The Lynwood Redevelopment Agency of the City of Lynwood met in a regular meeting in the Council Chambers, 11330 Bullis Road on the above date at 5:09 p.m. Chairman Santillan presiding. Members Castro, Morton, Flores, Rodriguez and Santillan were present. Also present were Executive Director Haley, Agency Counsel Galante, Secretary Quinonez and Treasurer Alatorre. Secretary Quinonez announced that the Agenda had been posted in accordance with the Brown Act. CLOSED SESSION It was moved by Member Rodriguez, seconded by Member Morton, and carried to recess to closed session at 5:14 p.m. Agency reconvened at 6:35 p.m. Agency Counsel Galante stated that the Agency met in respect to the ' following matters: Item #7 With respect to every item of business to be discussed in closed session pursuant to Section 54956.8: CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS Property: 3000 E. Imperial Highway, Lynwood, CA (APN #6169-003-012) Agency Negotiator: Roger Haley, Executive Director; Fred Galante, Legal Counsel Negotiating party: 3000 E. Imperial LLC Under Negotiation: Price and terms A discussion was held and no reportable action was taken. t PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (Agenda Items) (None) PUBLIC ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (None) PUBLIC HEARING Item #1 APPROVING UP TO A THREE YEAR EXTENSION TO THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA "A" WITH RESPECT TO THE VARIOUS AREAS THEREOF AND THE TIME TO RECEIVE PROPERTY TAXES AND PAY INDEBTEDNESS PURSUANT TO SB 1045 AND/OR SB 1096 AND THE AGENCY'S ERAF PAYMENT FOR FISCAL YEARS 2003/04, 2004-05 AND 2005-06 It was moved by Vice Chair Castro, seconded by Member Rodriguez, and carried to open the public hearing. Lorry Hempe, Assistant City Manager, introduced this item and asked the Agency to jointly convene this item with item # 8 on the City Council agenda - APPROVING UP TO A THREE-YEAR EXTENSION TO THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA "A" WITH RESPECT TO THE VARIOUS AREAS THEREOF AND THE TIME TO RECEIVE PROPERTY TAXES AND PAY INDEBTEDNESS PURSUANT TO SB 1045 AND/OR SB 1096 AND THE AGENCY'S ERAF PAYMENT FOR FISCAL YEARS 2003-04, 2004-05 AND 2005-06 After discussion, it was moved by Chair Santillan, seconded Vice Chair Castro to hold this item open and convene item #1 on the Agency agenda along with item #8 on the City Council agenda. ROLL CALL AYES: MEMBERS CASTRO, MORTON, RODRIGUEZ, AND SANTILLAN NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: FLORES After this item was jointly convened during the City Council Agenda, it was moved by Vice Chair Castro, seconded Member Morton, to continue this item to the October 7, 2008 meeting. ROLL CALL AYES: MEMBERS CASTRO SANTILLAN NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE FLORES, MORTON, RODRIGUEZ, AND tem #2 APPROVING THE REVISION OF DATES RELATING TO THE ONE-YEAR EXTENSION TO THE EFFECTIVENESS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE ALAMEDA PROJECT AREA AND THE TIME TO RECEIVE PROPERTY TAXES AND PAY INDEBTEDNESS PURSUANT TO SB 1045 AS PREVIOUSLY ADOPTED BY ORDINANCE NO. 1542 It was moved by Member Morton, seconded by Vice Chair Castro, and carried to open the public hearing. It was moved by Vice Chair Castro, seconded Member Rodriguez to continue this item. This motion died for lack of a roll call. City Attorney Galante advised to open this public hearing jointly but not to continue this item since staff recommendation was to take action on this item. After discussion, it was moved by Member Rodriguez, seconded by Member Morton to convene item #2 on the Agency agenda along with item #9 on the City Council agenda. ROLL CALL: AYES: MEMBERS CASTRO, MORTON, RODRIGUEZ, AND SANTILLAN NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: FLORES This item was revisited during the City Council Meeting This item was introduced by Lorry Hempe. Previously, the Agency adopted S61045; however, the Agency Counsel found that corrections needed to be made to ordinance 1542. The new ordinance would make corrections to the incorrect dates, on the effectiveness of the Redevelopment Plan, and change the date for the payment of debt and receiving increments. It was moved by Member Rodriguez, seconded by Chair Santillan, and carried to open the public hearing. Irene Garcia stated that Project Area A included the Alameda Triangle. She stated that the South portion of this area is contaminated. She stated that traffic is bad on Fernwood Avenue. Lorry Hempe stated that the triangle property on Imperial Highway and Fernwood Avenue is in the Redevelopment Project Area A. The Alameda project area is located where the Century Sheriffs station is stationed. ~ After discussion, it was moved by Chair Santillan, Seconded by Vice Chair Castro to adopt the resolution. RESOLUTION NO. 2008.038 ENTITLED: RESOLUTION OF THE LYNWOOD REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY RECOMMENDING ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE REVISING THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE ALAMEDA PROJECT AREA PURSUANT TO HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 33333.6(e)(2)(C) AND RESTATING CERTAIN PROVISIONS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN ROLL CALL AYES: MEMBERS CASTRO, FLORES, MORTON, RODRIGUEZ, AND SANTILLAN NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE OLD/NEW BUSINESS Item #3 STATUS UPDATE ON THE WHITE PICKET FENCE PILOT PROGRAM AND CONTINUATION OF THE USE OF A& G SALES FOR THE WHITE PICKET FENCE PROGRAM Lorry Hempe, Assistant City Manager, introduced this item. She stated that the Agency previously, authorized the implementation of a, White Picket Fence pilot program. She stated that staff would provide a status report on the White Picket Fence program. Ms. Hempe asked the Agency for a 4/51h5 vote to use the informal bid process. She would like to continue with A& G Sales for the placement of the remaining four fences. She stated that it would be more cost effective to continue with the same vendor, for the completion of the White Picket Fence pilot program. Daniel Baker gave a Power Point Presentation on the White Picket Fence pilot program. He stated that the White Picket Fence pilot program is an exterior home improvement program that removes blight in surrounding, low to moderate income family occupied homes. This is accomplished by replacing chain link fences or decaying fences with new white picket fences. In April 2008, by way of selection through the RFP process, A& G Sales was selected to remove and install fences in the City of Lynwood. A& G Sales offered 30 years of experience, a fair price, quality service and high recommendations from surrounding cities. Polyvinyl fences are nearly maintenance free. They are not susceptible to rotting, warping, termites, painting or rust. The fences will retain iYs beautiful appearance, enhancing the City of Lynwood and property values. Satisfied residents, with the White Picket Fence pilot program, were also interviewed. Member Rodriguez stated that the cities of Hawaiian Gardens and Paramount have been enhanced by the Picket Fence program. Member Rodriguez wanted to know what was the cost for the picket fences. Daniel Baker stated that it varies for each resident, since the pricing is based on linear footage. He stated that the picket fences are about 3.5 feet tall. Lorry Hempe stated that the pilot program will be completed and if the Agency so desires, they can expand the program later on. Advertisements have been posted for the pilot program, which has resulted in high responses from Lynwood residents. RESOLUTION NO. 2008.039 ENTITLED: A RESOLUTION OF THE LYNWOOD REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING THE SELECTION OF A& G SALES TO CONTINUE THE REMOVAL OF DILAPATED FENCES AND INSTALLATION OF WHITE PICKET FENCES WITH THE REMAINING FUNDS BUDGETED FOR THE WHITE PICKET FENCE PROGRAM." After discussion it was moved by Member Morton, seconded by Vice Chair Castro to adopt the resolution. ROLL CALL AYES: MEMBERS CASTRO, FLORES, MORTON, RODRIGUEZ, AND SANTILLAN NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE Item #4 SELECTION OF URBAN PACIFIC GROUP, INC. TO REHABILITATE AND PURCHASE 11300 ATLANTIC AVENUE FOR AN AFFORDABLE SENIOR HOUSING PROJECT This item was introduced by Lorry Hempe, Assistant City Manager. Lorry Hempe stated that staff recommends that the Agency approve the selection of Urban Pacific Group Inc. and authorize staff to negotiate the terms of a Disposition and Development Agreement for 11300 Atlantic Avenue. This would be for the rehabilitation and purchase of 11300 Atlantic Avenue for an affordable senior housing project. Six proposals were received. Scott Choppin, the CEO from the Urban Pacific Group, stated that his company has completed 2,000 units of housing, which are predominately for affordable housing and senior housing. He is proposing to develop 15 units of senior housing - affordable housing. His goals are to provide quality service and to have the units ready quickly for occupancy. Peter Grand, the Director of Housing Development for Linc Housing, stated that his company has developed over 6,000 units for the State of California. Currently, Linc Housing owns and operates 4,000 different units. Their portfolio is split between senior and family housing. This will be Mr. Grand's first project in the City of Lynwood. Linc Housing will provide Resident Services. Linc Care ' provides social services to unit occupants, such as bingo night, trips to Las Vegas, health screenings, financial literacy and general social outreach. After discussion it was moved by Vice Chair Castro, seconded by Chair Santillan to approve the selection of Urban Pacific Group Inc. and authorize staff to negotiate the terms of a Disposition and Development Agreement for 11300 Atlantic Avenue for the rehabilitation and purchase of 11300 Atlantic Avenue for an affordable senior housing project. ROLL CALL AYES: MEMBERS CASTRO, FLORES, MORTON, RODRIGUEZ, AND SANTILLAN NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE Item #5 TAKING OF REDEVELOPMENT FUNDS TO BALANCE THE STATE BUDGET This item was introduced by Lorry Hempe, Assistant City Manager. Lorry stated ' that the state is trying to balance a 15.2 billion dollar debt. The Senate and the Assembly has agreed on a 7.7% removal of funds from the Redevelopment fund. This will be a one time only removal, which will result in the removal of $412,000 of Redevelopment funds. This action will result in the provision of less money to help developers complete projects. They Mayor submitted a letter on behalf of the City of Lynwood opposing the removal of Redevelopment funds. After discussion it was moved by Vice Chair Castro, seconded by Member Morton to receive and file the report. ROLL CALL AYES: MEMBERS CASTRO, FLORES, MORTON, RODRIGUEZ, AND SANTILLAN NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE CONSENT CALENDAR ' All matters listed under the Consent Calendar will be acted upon by one motion affirming the action recommended on the agenda. There will be no separate discussion on these items prior to voting unless members of the Agency or staff request specific items to be removed from the consent calendar for separate action. After discussion it was moved by Member Rodriguez, seconded by Member Morton to approve the minutes and adopt the resolutions. Item #6 RESOLUTION OF THE LYNWOOD REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE DEMANDS AND WARRANTS. RESOLUTION NO. 2008.040 ENTITLED: RESOLUTION OF THE LYNWOOD REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF LYNWOOD, CALIFORNIA, ALLOWING AND APPROVING THE DEMANDS AND WARRANTS THEREFORE. ROLL CALL: AYES: MEMBERS CASTRO, FLORES, MORTON, RODRIGUEZ, AND SANTILLAN NOES: NONE ABSTAIN: NONE ABSENT: NONE ADJOURNMENT Having no further discussion, it was moved by Vice Chair Castro, seconded by Member Rodriguez, and carried to adjourn the regular Lynwood Redevelopment Agency meeting at 7:44 p.m. ~-G~~~~ ~~r~~ Mana Santillan, Mayor ~-- aria Quinonez, City Clerk