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HomeMy WebLinkAboutItem 1a: Minutes of March 8 & March 20, 2012 54:0033 Arcadia City Council/Successor Agency and Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael Antonovich Special Meeting Minutes Wednesday, March 8, 2012 8:00 a.m. Location: City Council Chamber Conference Room, 240 W. Huntington Drive CALL TO ORDER Mayor Kovacic called the meeting to order at 8:15 a.m. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEMBERS: PRESENT: Council Members Amundson, Chandler, Harbicht, Segal and Kovacic Others Present: Mike Antonovich, Los Angeles County Supervisor Alberto Citraro, Deputy Brian Mejia, Field Deputy Anna Pembedjian, Public Safety Deputy Edel Vizcarra, Planning Deputy Dave Pilker, Department of Public Works Robert Moran, CEO Ilona Volkman, Department of Parks and Recreation Reaver Bingham, Probation Department Hayden Shorn, Department of Parks and Recreation Warren Leary, Department of Parks and Recreation Kandy Hays, Department of Parks and Recreation PUBLIC COMMENTS — No one appeared. 1. CITY MANAGER a. Report, discussion and possible action regarding Governor Brown's Realignment Program and potential concerns for public safety. Supervisor Antonovich and Anna Pembedjian, Public Safety Deputy reported on the Governor's Realignment Program; she explained some of the options the County will exercise in order to reduce prison over-crowding including the Fire Camp Program, the Public Community Correctional Program and Post Release Community Supervision Program ("PSP"); she provided statistics on services that have been provided to the PSP including assessment by the Department of Mental Health and substance abuse treatments. b. Report, discussion and possible action regarding Oversight Committee Appointments. Edel Vizcarra, Planning Deputy explained the Oversight Committee appointments process; he reported that a letter was sent to 18 cities and 1 County with Redevelopment Agencies asking for 03-08-12 54:0034 recommendations on Oversight Committee appointments; and stated that as soon as the appointment list is ready, the Board will start scheduling meetings. It was the consensus of the City Council to continue discussion on this matter to the end of the meeting. c. Report, discussion and possible action regarding the status of Santa Anita Canyon Road. Dave Pilker, County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works provided an update of the Santa Anita Canyon Road project; he reported that the City of Arcadia, Sierra Madre and Los Angeles County completed the Storm Damage Repair Project; that as of January 2012 the City of Monrovia received final approval on funding to proceed with their project and once the construction begins it will take 3 to 6 months to complete; and that as soon as Monrovia completes their portion of improvements as required by the County the transfer will be accepted. Mayor Kovacic excused himself from the meeting at 9:00 a.m. d. Report, discussion and possible action regarding the windstorm including CAL EMA denial of funding; and the County tree grant program and windstorm impact on local County facilities. Dave Pilker, County of Los Angeles Department of Public Works provided an update on the windstorm and the impact to local County facilities; he reported that the County has provided assistance to cities that were affected by the December 1, 2011 windstorm; that the initial focus was damage assessment, public safety and the opening of streets to traffic; he also commented on the Tree Grant program and explained that the County would like to maximize the amount of grants the Supervisor is providing and any matching funds from local agencies would be appreciated. e. Report regarding tennis contract. Kandy Hays, Division Chief of the Contract Section of the Department of Parks and Recreation reported that the County solicited bids for the operation of the tennis courts which will be presented to the Board of Supervisors this week; that the County also received letters of concern from individuals regarding the proposed management of the tennis courts; and indicated that a community meeting was held regarding the tennis courts becoming a private membership facility and possible fee increases which she indicated was incorrect information. Supervisor Antonovich provided an update regarding the High Speed Rail project which will connect the Antelope Valley to San Diego; and the Desert Express which is a private funded train from Victorville to Las Vegas; and noted that construction will begin at the end of 2012 and will begin be operational in 2016. The City Council continued their discussion regarding Oversight Committee Appointments and after some discussion it was the consensus that this matter be placed on the March 20th regular City Council meeting agenda. 03-08-12 54:0035 No other business was discussed. The meeting adjourned at 9:45 a.m. James H. Barrows, City Clerk /1,4 By: Lisa Mussenden, Chief Deputy City Clerk 03-08-12 54:0036 CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY kikw REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, MARCH 20, 2012 CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Kovacic called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL: PRESENT: Council Member Amundson, Chandler, Segal and Kovacic ABSENT: Council Member Harbicht It was moved by Council Member Chandler seconded by Council Member Amundson to excuse Mayor Pro Tern Harbicht. CLOSED SESSION/STUDY SESSION PUBLIC COMMENTS (5 minutes per person) — No one appeared. CLOSED SESSION a. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 to confer with labor negotiators. City Negotiators: Administrative Services Director Hue Quach, Human Resources Administrator Michael Casalou. Employee Organizations: Arcadia Public Works Employees Association, Arcadia Police Civilian Employees Association, Arcadia City Employees Association, Arcadia Police Officers' Association, Arcadia Firefighters' Association and unrepresented employees:--Department Heads, Division Managers,Supervisors. - - The Mayor adjourned the Closed Session at 6:15 p.m. to Study Session. STUDY SESSION a. Discussion of land uses in the former Redevelopment Project Area after elimination of the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency and ARA Resolution No. 231. Jason Kruckeberg, Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director and Jim Kasama, Community Development Administrator presented the staff report As directed by the City Council, staff will submit the appropriate text amendments to the Planning Commission for consideration and return to the City Council for action and consideration. The Mayor adjourned the Study Session at 6:50 p.m. CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING Mayor Kovacic called the regular meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. INVOCATION — Reverend Larry Eckholm, Lutheran Church of the Cross PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Kevin Schroyer 03-20-12 54:0037 ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS: PRESENT: Council Member Amundson, Chandler, Segal and Kovacic ABSENT: Council Member Harbicht It was moved by Council Member Chandler seconded by Council Member Amundson to excuse Mayor Pro Tem Harbicht. REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY ON CLOSED SESSION/STUDY SESSION ITEMS City Attorney Deitsch reported that prior to the regular meeting, the City Council met in Closed Session to consider the one (1) item listed on the posted agenda, no reportable action was taken. In addition, Mr. Deitsch reported that the City Council met in a Study Session concerning Land Uses in the former Redevelopment Project Area after elimination of the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency and ARA Resolution No. 231. Mr. Deitsch also read a prepared statement regarding the ballot error and correction process. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS Mr. Penman advised that there were no supplemental agenda reports; however information from Southern California Edison was distributed regarding "Reporting an Outage" and information on how to submit a reimbursement claim to Southern California Edison as a result of the 2011 Windstorm Damages which will be discussed by an Edison representative during the public comment period. MOTION TO READ ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE THE READING IN FULL A motion was made by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Council Member Segal to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only and waive the reading in full. PRESENTATIONS a. Presentation of Certificates to the Arcadia High School Boys Cross Country Team. b. Presentation of "Believe in Arcadia...Volunteer!" award to the Arcadia High School Senior Men and Women. PUBLIC COMMENTS Jenelle Godges, the Southern California Edison Public Affairs Region Manager appeared and discussed how to report an outage and provided information on how customers can file a claim for reimbursement if they were affected by the December 2011 windstorm. 03-20-12 54:0038 Mary Dougherty, appeared and identified herself as a City Council candidate; she followed up on the 10 bedroom, 15 bathroom house being built at 18 E. Longden in Arcadia that she reported at the March 5, 2012 City Council meeting and urged the City Council to investigate how this home was allowed and approved. REPORTS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK Council Member Chandler congratulated Arcadia High School's Cross Country Team and Senior Men and Women's Club and congratulated Mr. Penman on his retirement. Council Member Segal also congratulated Arcadia High School's Cross Country Team and Senior Men and Women's Club; and he also congratulated Mr. Penman on his retirement. Council Member Amundson also congratulated Arcadia High School's Cross Country Team and Senior Men and Women's Club; he noted on the Special Meeting with Supervisor Antonovich on March 8, 2012 and commented on the Realignment Program and early release of prisoners; he stated that two long time small businesses are going out of business and encouraged residents to shop Arcadia; and also congratulated Mr. Penman on his retirement. City Clerk James Barrows also congratulated Arcadia High School's Cross Country Team and Senior Men and Women's club; he announced that the School District's Measure A passed; he announced the April 10, 2012 election; he indicated that every vote does count and encouraged everyone to vote; and he also congratulated Mr. Penman on his retirement. Mayor Kovacic announced the Arcadia Chamber of Commerce Installation and Senior of the Year Dinner on April 19th at the Race Track; the Mayor's Community Breakfast on Friday, March 30 at 7:30 a.m. at the Front Runner Restaurant at the Race Track; and noted that the keynote speaker will be weatherman Fritz Coleman; the Second Annual Battle of the Badges between the Arcadia Fire Department and Arcadia Police Department at 6:00 p.m. on Saturday, March 31 at the Arcadia High School Gym; he announced Board and Commission openings; and noted that the City of Arcadia was mentioned in the March edition of the Sunset Magazine; and also congratulated Mr. Penman on his retirement. 1. CONSENT CALENDAR a. Approve the Regular Meeting Minutes of March 6, 2012. Recommended Action: Approve b. Adopt Ordinance No. 2295 amending Section 2290.1, Chapter 2, Part 9, Division 1 of Article II of the Arcadia Municipal Code regarding the membership of the Arcadia Historical Museum Commission. Recommended Action: Adopt c. Adopt Resolution No. 6823 ordering the summary vacation of a portion of St. Joseph Street east of Front Street. Recommended Action: Adopt d. Authorize and direct the City Manager to execute an amendment to the Communications Site Lease Agreement between the City of Arcadia and Verizon Wireless at Camino Grove Park, 1410 South Sixth Avenue. Recommended Action: Approve 03-20-12 54:0039 e. Authorize and direct the City Manager to award a three year agreement to Bank of the West for general banking services with the option to renew for two more years. Recommended Action: Approve f. Waive expenses related to traffic control services for the Eighteenth Annual Santa Anita Derby Day 5K to be held on Saturday, April 7, 2012. Recommended Action: Approve Mayor Kovacic pulled Consent Calendar Item 1.d for discussion. Tom Tait, Public Works Services Director responded. It was moved by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Amundson and carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar items 1.a through 1.f. AYES: Council Member Segal, Amundson, Chandler and Kovacic NOES: Council Member Kovacic(Consent Calendar item 1.b) ABSENT: Council Member Harbicht 2. CITY MANAGER ITEMS a. Consideration of an Administrative Budget for the Successor Agency to the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency. Recommended Action: Provide direction Jason Kruckeberg, Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director presented the staff report. It was moved by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Chandler and carried on roll call vote to approve the 2012-13 Successor Agency budget. AYES: Council Member Segal, Chandler, Amundson and Kovacic, NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Harbicht b. Appointments to the Oversight Board for the Successor Agency to the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency and recommendation for appointments to the Oversight Board by Los Angeles County Supervisor Michael Antonovich and the Los Angeles County Sanitation District. Recommended Action: Provide direction Jason Kruckeberg, Assistant City Manager/Development Services Director presented the staff report. It was moved by Council Member Segal, seconded by Council Member Chandler and carried on roll call vote to recommend Ed Beranek to the Los Angeles County Sanitation District; and Vince Foley and Tony Parrille to the Los Angeles County Supervisor Oversight Board. AYES: Council Member Segal, Chandler, Amundson and Kovacic, NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Harbicht 03-20-12 54:0040 c. Introduce Ordinance No. 2296 amending Article V, Chapter I of the Arcadia Municipal Code regarding multi-family residential and commercial recycling. Recommended Action: Introduce Tom Tait, Public Works Services Director and Vanessa Hevener, Environmental Services Officer presented the staff report. It was moved by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Council Member Segal and carried on roll call vote to Introduce Ordinance No. 2296 amending Article V, Chapter I of the Arcadia Municipal Code regarding multi-family residential and commercial recycling. AYES: Council Member Chandler, Segal, Amundson and Kovacic, NOES: None ABSENT: Council Member Harbicht ADJOURNMENT The City Council adjourned this meeting in honor of retiring City Manager Don Penman at 8:40 p.m. to Tuesday, April 3, 2012, 7:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber located at 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia. James H. Barrows, City Clerk By: Lisa Mussenden Chief Deputy City Clerk/Records Manager 03-20-12