HomeMy Public PortalAbout04) 7A2 CCM 2015-12-15 Regular1. CALL TO ORDER
CITY COUNCIL
TEMPLE CITY, CALIFORNIA
REGULAR MEETING
DECEMBER 15, 2015 -7:30P.M.
AGENDA
ITEM ?.A-2.
Mayor Chavez called the Regular City Council meeting to order at 7:33 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmember-Fish, Man, Sternquist, Yu, Chavez
ABSENT: Councilmember-None
ALSO PRESENT: City Manager Cook, City Attorney Vail, City Clerk Kuo,
Administrative Services Director Hause, Community
Development Director Forbes, Parks and Recreation Director
Burroughs, and Assistant to the City Manager I Economic
Development Manager Haworth
Mayor Chavez and City Council held a moment of silence for the victims of the San
Bernardino attacks.
3. INVOCATION
Pastor Jim Walden, First Baptist Temple City, provided the Invocation.
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Troop 161 led those present in the Pledge of Allegiance.
5. CEREMONIAL/PRESENTATIONS
A. LONGDEN ROBOTICS TEAMS-EPIC Tigers and Majestic TACO
EPIC (Enthusiastic Positive Intelligent Creative) Tigers and TACO (Technically
Awesome Creative Organization) each gave a presentation they developed
regarding engineering solution to pervasive problem of food waste and
growing global issue of e-waste.
6. PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE AGENDA
Jing Li, Temple City Library Manager, announced upcoming library events for the
month of December.
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Jessica Huang, Temple City Youth member, shared with City Council the objectives
for the Youth Committee and announced upcoming Youth Disaster Preparedness
Training on January 8,9, and 10.
7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Pro Tem Yu made a motion to approve the items on the consent calendar.
Seconded by Councilmember Sternquist and approved by the following votes:
AYES:
ABSTAINED:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmember: Fish, Man, Sternquist, Yu, Chavez
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
A. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
The City Council is requested to review and approve:
1) Minutes of the City Council Study Session Meeting of December 1,
2015; and
2) Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting of December 1, 2015.
Action: Approved.
B. PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION ACTIONS -MEETING OF
NOVEMBER 18, 2015
The City Council is requested to review the Parks and Recreation Commission
actions of their meeting of November 18, 2015.
Action: Received and filed.
C. PLANNING COMMISSION ACTIONS-MEETING OF DECEMBER 8, 2015
The City Council is requested to review the Planning Commission actions of
their meeting of December 8, 2015.
Action: Received and filed.
D. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP APPROVAL FOR TRACT MAP NO. 66051, A
SUBDIVISION PROJECT FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF FIVE DETACHED
CONDOMINIUM UNITS AT 5138-5148 SERENO DRIVE
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Approval of the final map will allow the developer to finalize the subdivision
map and start construction of the project.
Action:
1) Received the Subdivision Improvement Agreement;
2) Approved the final subdivision map for Tract Map No. 66051;
3) Authorized the City Manager to execute the Subdivision Improvement
Agreement; and
4) Authorized the City Clerk to certify Tract map No. 66051.
E. FINAL SUBDIVISION MAP APPROVAL FOR PARCEL MAP NO. 72861, A
FLAG LOT SUBDIVISION FOR THE CREATION OF TWO SINGLE-FAMILY
LOTS AT 10525 FREER STREET
Approval of the final map would enable the developer to finalize the
subdivision, and obtain building permits for the construction of a single-family
house on each parcel.
Action:
1) Received the Subdivision Improvement Agreement;
2) Approved the final subdivision map for Tract Map No. 72861;
3) Authorized the City Manager to execute the Subdivision Improvement
Agreement; and
4) Authorized the City Clerk to certify Tract map No. 72861.
F. REVIEW AND APPROVAL OF LIVE OAK PARK JOGGING PATH DESIGN
PLANS AND AUTHORIZATION TO BID
Approval of the design of the Walking/Jogging Path and solicitation for
construction bids will allow staff to complete the project prior to the June 30,
2016, grant fund deadline.
Action:
G. VISA CARD REPORT
Approved the design plans submitted by
Community Works Design Group and authorize
staff to solicit construction bids for the Live Oak
Park Jogging Path Project.
The City Council is requested to review, receive and file the Visa Card Report.
Action: Received and filed report.
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H. ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION NO. 15-5138 APPROVING PAYMENT OF
BILLS
The City Council is requested to adopt Resolution No. 15-5138 authorizing
the payment of bills.
Action: Adopted Resolution No. 15-5138.
Mayor Chavez changed the order of the meeting and heard items for the Successor
Agency out of agenda order.
17. RECESS TO SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE TEMPLE CITY COMMUNITY
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
At 8:02p.m., the City Council recessed to the Successor Agency Meeting. Minutes
of the Successor Agency Meeting are set forth in full in the Successor Agency's
records.
RECONVENE AS CITY COUNCIL
The City Council meeting was reconvened at 8:09 p.m. with all Councilmembers
present.
8. PUBLIC HEARING
A. APPEAL OF PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION DECISION TO NOT
REMOVE A VALLEY OAK TREE LOCATED AT 9836 ESTRELLA AVENUE
The Parks and Recreation Department received a request from the property
owner requesting that the City-owned Valley Oak tree located in front of their
home be removed.
Parks and Recreation Director Burroughs gave a brief summary of the staff
report.
City Council asked staff questions regarding the tree removal.
Mayor Chavez opened public hearing.
Patrick Tilakamonkul and Chuang Chen, appellant, spoke regarding their
request to remove the Valley Oak tree on their property.
Councilmembers asked Mr. Tilakamonkul and Mrs. Chen questions regarding
their request.
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Steve Stafford, Temple City resident, spoke in favor of upholding the Parks
and Recreation Commission decision to not remove the tree.
Hearing no further request to speak, Mayor Chavez closed public hearing.
City Council commented and discussed regarding the request for tree
removal.
City Attorney Vail answered Councilmember's question regarding if removal of
the tree based on religious belief would set precedence in the City. He spoke
briefly regarding "Reasonable Accommodation" and Religious Land Use
Institutional Person's Act" but did not feel either of these applies to the
appellant's situation.
Mayor Pro Tern Yu made a motion to approve the removal of the Valley Oak
and replanting of another tree on City's right-of-way, provided that the
homeowner pays for all the expenses. Seconded by Councilmember Man
and approved by the following votes:
AYES:
ABSTAINED:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmember: Man, Yu, Chavez
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: Fish, Sternquist
Councilmember: None
City Council recessed the meeting at 9:04p.m. and reconvened at 9:11 p.m.
with all Councilmembers present.
9. UNFINISHED BUSINESS-None
10. NEW BUSINESS
A. UPDATE ON POTENTIAL NEW CHILDREN'S LIBRARY
Several upgrades to the current library have taken place for the last few years,
but the overall space of the current library is outstripping its current needs and
demands.
Councilmember Sternquist spoke regarding her meetings with Supervisor
Antonovich and his staff regarding a new children's library for the City. She
requests City Council to consider partnering with the County for this unique
concept and opportunity.
City Manager Cook gave a brief presentation on potential sites in the City for a
new Children's Library.
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Councilmembers asked questions regarding the potential sites for a new
Children's Library.
Mayor Chavez opened public comment.
Munir Bhatti, Temple City resident/President of the Friends of the Library,
commented on building on top of the current library structure and about
various Children's Libraries he's visited.
Jerry Jambazian, Temple City business owner, commented on separating the
Children's Library from the current library.
Mayor Chavez shared that City Council did receive 3 emails supporting a new
Children's Library.
City Council discussed and commented regarding the potential of a new
Children's Library.
Councilmember Fish made a motion to receive and file the report, directed
staff to continue to work with the County for a new Children's Library, and
continue to explore potential sites for the new Children's Library. Seconded
by Councilmember Man and approved by the following votes:
AYES:
ABSTAINED:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmember: Fish, Man, Sternquist, Yu, Chavez
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
B. ADOPTION OF ORGANIC WASTE RECYCLING PROGRAM
Resolution No. 15-5136 adopts a program for recycling of organic waste for
businesses in the City as required by Assembly Bill 1826.
Community Development Director Forbes gave a brief summary of the staff
report.
Mayor Chavez opened public comment. Hearing no request to speak, Mayor
Chavez closed public comment.
Councilmember Man made a motion to adopted Resolution No. 15-5136
adopting an organic waste recycling program. Seconded by Councilmember
Man and approved by the following votes:
AYES: Councilmember: Fish, Man, Sternquist, Yu, Chavez
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ABSTAINED:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
Mayor Chavez pulled New Business Item D to be heard out of agenda order.
D. THIRD AMENDMENT TO THE DIGITAL BILLBOARD ADVERTISING AND
AMORTIZATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF TEMPLE CITY
AND TEMPLE CITY GATEWAY, LLC
The Third Amendment includes a new provision (section 8) that will allow
Temple City Gateway, LLC, to pay the City an in-lieu payment if a canopy is
not installed.
Assistant to the City Manager/Economic Development Manager Haworth
gave a summary of the staff report.
Mayor Chavez opened public comment. Hearing no request to speak, Mayor
Chavez closed public comment.
Mayor Pro Tem Yu made a motion to approve the Third Amendment to the
Digital Billboard Advertising and Amortization Agreement between the City of
Temple City and Temple City Gateway, LLC, removing a canopy requirement
as a performance benchmark for billboard operation; directed staff to request
Planning Commission approval to amend Conditional Use Permit No. 11-
2332, removing the canopy requirement associated with property
improvements at 5402 Rosemead Blvd.; and upon Planning Commission
approval of the amended Conditional Use Permit, authorize the City Manager
to execute the Third Amendment with Temple City Gateway, LLC. Seconded
by Councilmember Sternquist and approved by the following votes:
AYES:
ABSTAINED:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmember: Fish, Man, Sternquist, Yu, Chavez
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
C. REDEVELOPMENT OPTIONS FOR 5800 TEMPLE CITY BOULEVARD
The City Council will discuss redevelopment options for 5800 Temple City
Boulevard.
Assistant to the City Manager/Economic Development Manager Haworth
gave a summary of the staff report.
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City Council discussed and commented regarding the options for 5800
Temple City Boulevard.
Mayor Chavez opened public comment. Hearing no request to speak, Mayor
Chavez closed public comment.
City Council spoke in favor of converting the site to a parking lot.
Councilmember Fish made a motion to receive the presentation and directed
staff to work towards converting the site to a parking lot. Seconded by
Councilmember Sternquist and approved by the following votes:
AYES:
ABSTAINED:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmember: Fish, Man, Sternquist, Yu, Chavez
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
E. INFORMATION ABOUT JOINING THE NATIONAL FLOOD INSURANCE
PROGRAM
In 1968, Congress created the National Flood Insurance Program to help
provide means for property owners to financially protect themselves. Since
standard homeowners insurance doesn't cover flooding, the National Flood
Insurance Program offers flood insurance to homeowners, renters, and
business owners. In order for residents to qualify for flood insurance, the City
must participate in the National Flood Insurance Program.
Public Safety Supervisor Ariizumi gave a summary of the staff report.
City Council commented and discussed on the process to become eligible to
join the National Flood Insurance Program.
Mayor Pro Tem Yu made a motion to receive and file this report and direct
staff to bring back additional information how the City can assist the residents
to qualify for the National Flood Insurance Program. Seconded by
Councilmember Man and approved by the following votes:
AYES:
ABSTAINED:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Councilmember: Fish, Man, Sternquist, Yu, Chavez
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
Councilmember: None
11. COMMUNICATIONS-None
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12. UPDATE FROM CITY MANAGER
A. Water Conservation -None
B. Edison Public Affairs Changes
Shared that Southern California Edison has downsized their staff in the Public
Affairs and we have a new customer service representative for the City.
C. El Nino Update
Reported on a recent meeting with local utility providers, local agencies and
County regarding the upcoming El Nino season preparation.
D. Community Events
Complimented staff on the numerous successful Parks and Recreation events
and thanked the Sheriffs for their assistance for the city events.
13. UPDATE FROM CITY ATTORNEY-None
14. COUNCIL REPORTS REGARDING AD HOC OR STANDING COMMITTEE
MEETINGS
A. SCHOOL DISTRICT/CITY STANDING COMMITTEE
(Mayor Chavez and Councilmember Fish)-Formed 1/3/2012
No report.
B. CIVIC CENTER MASTER PLAN STANDING COMMITTEE
(Mayor ProTem Yu and Councilmember Fish)-Formed 5/13/2013
No report.
C. STRATEGIC PLAN IMPLEMENTATION STANDING COMMITTEE
(Mayor Chavez and Councilmember Sternquist)-Formed 1/27/2014
No report.
D. LAS TUNAS DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION STANDING COMMITTEE
(Mayor Chavez and Mayor ProTem Yu)-Formed 2/18/2014
Mayor Chavez announced the standing committee's upcoming meeting on
December 18, 9 a.m.
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E. FUTURE DEVELOPMENT OF CITY PROPERTIES STANDING COMMITTEE
(Mayor Pro Tern Yu and Councilmember Man)-Formed 2/18/2014
No report.
F. AUDIT STANDING COMMITTEE
(Mayor Chavez and Mayor Pro Tern Yu)-Formed 7/15/2014
Mayor Pro Tern Yu reported on the standing committee's meeting regarding
City's outside audit report. Staff will share result with City Council at a meeting
in January or February.
G. WATER CONSERVATION AD HOC
(Mayor Chavez and Councilmember Fish) -Formed 6/2/2015
Mayor Chavez announced that the Ad Hoc will be meeting with the Youth
Committee Water Conservation Working Group on Tuesday, December 22,
530 p.m.
H. FACILITIES, PUBLIC WORKS, AND INFRASTRUCTURE AD HOC
COMMITTEE (Mayor Pro Tern Yu and Councilmember Man) -Formed
2/4/2014
No report.
I. DECORATIVE STREET DESIGN ELEMENT AD HOC COMMITTEE
(Mayor Pro Tern Yu and Councilmember Man)-Formed 11/3/2015
No report.
Mayor Chavez established an Ad Hoc for the New Children's Library and appointed
Councilmember Fish and Sternquist to the Ad Hoc.
Mayor Chavez also established an Ad Hoc to work with staff and City Attorney on
next steps for amending City's Charter relating to City Council Term Limit. He
appointed himself and Mayor Pro Tern Yu to the Ad Hoc.
15. COUNCIL ITEMS SEPARATE FROM THE CITY MANAGER'S REGULAR
AGENDA
A. COUNCILMEMBER FISH
Commented on the successful Lights on Temple City event, congratulated the
Longden Robotics Team for their accomplishments, and thanked City
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Manager for checking in with the Temple City Unified School District to make
sure the schools were doing ok and not affected by the bomb threat the Los
Angeles Unified School District received.
B. COUNCILMEMBER MAN
Commented on the successful Lights on Temple City event.
C. COUNCILMEMBER STERNQUIST
Commented on the potential new Children's Library and council's support for
this project.
D. MAYOR PROTEM YU -None
E. MAYOR CHAVEZ
Commented on the successful compost give-a-way this past weekend and
wished everyone a happy holiday.
16. REIMBURSEMENT OF EXPENSES TO CITY OFFICIALS FOR CONDUCT
OF CITY BUSINESS AND FOR CITY PAYMENT OF CONFERENCE
EXPENDITURES -None
18. ADDITIONAL PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS NOT LISTED ON THE
AGENDA-None
19. ADJOURNMENT
The City Council Regular Meeting was adjourned at 10:59 p.m.
Tom Chavez, Mayor
ATTEST:
Peggy Kuo, City Clerk