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HomeMy WebLinkAboutDecember 1, 2009CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY REGULAR MEETING MINUTES TUESDAY, DECEMBER 1, 2009 CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Wuo called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEMBERS: PRESENT: Council /Agency Member Amundson, Chandler, Harbicht, Kovacic and Wuo ABSENT: None CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENTS (5 minutes per person) — None CLOSED SESSION None 1 51:0160 a. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to confer with legal counsel regarding the case of Larry Mueller v. City of Arcadia, et al. (Los Angeles Superior Court Case No. BC389475). b. Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 to discuss a public employee performance evaluation (City Manager). RECONVENE CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING TO OPEN SESSION Mayor Wuo called the regular meeting to order in the Council Chamber at 7:00 p.m. INVOCATION Deacon Mike Salcido, Chaplain, Methodist Hospital PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Tony Trabbie, Fire Chief ROLL CALL OF CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEMBERS: PRESENT: Council /Agency Member Amundson, Chandler, Harbicht, Kovacic and Wuo ABSENT: None REPORT FROM CITY ATTORNEY /AGENCY COUNSEL ON STUDY SESSION ITEMS City Attorney Steve Deitsch reported that the City Council met in a Closed Session to consider item (a) listed on the posted agenda, no reportable action was taken. Mr. Deitsch further reported that at the conclusion of the open session, the City Council will recess to a Closed Session to consider item (b) listed on the posted agenda and announced that it is anticipated that there will be no reportable action. SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION FROM CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR REGARDING AGENDA ITEMS 12 -01 -2009 MOTION TO READ ALL ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS BY TITLE ONLY AND WAIVE THE READING IN FULL A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem /Agency Vice Chair Amundson, seconded by Council /Agency Member Chandler and carried on roll call vote to read all ordinances and resolutions by title only and waive the reading in full. 1. PUBLIC HEARING REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ITEMS: a. Adopt ARA Resolution No. 230 approving the adoption of the Five Year Implementation Plan (2010 -2015) for the Central Redevelopment Project Area. Recommended Action: Adopt Jason Kruckeberg, Development Services Director provided background information regarding the Five Year Implementation Plan for the Central Redevelopment Project Area; he reported that the Arcadia Redevelopment Agency previously approved Five Year Implementation Plans in 1994, 1999 and 2004; and that a new Implementation Plan was prepared for the period of 2010 -2015 and is required to be adopted by December 31, 2009. He noted that the proposed Plan sets forth programs, projects and activities that meet the Agency's goals and objectives for both non - housing, affordable housing and public improvements toward eliminating blight in the Central Redevelopment Agency that the Agency intends to implement over the next five (5) years. Jerry Schwartz, Economic Development Manager explained the general redevelopment programs and projects in the Plan as continuing efforts to purchase additional property for the expansion of Rusnak/Arcadia; pursuing larger parcels in the project area such as the Santa Anita Inn site; development around the Gold Line extension into Arcadia; promoting the facade rehabilitation program; and pursuing other opportunities to market the downtown business community. He further added that the Agency will continue to invest in public improvements in the project area, including streets and traffic signs and enhancements around the Gold Line Station and parking garage and discussed the major affordable housing programs proposed in Plan. Mr. Schwartz provided a brief description of the five main sections of the Implementation Plan for 2010 -2015. Mayor Wuo opened the public hearing. No one was present. A motion to close the public hearing was made by Agency Member Harbicht, seconded by Agency Member Kovacic and seeing no further objection, Agency Chair Wuo declared the public hearing closed. It was moved by Agency Member Harbicht, seconded by Agency Member Kovacic and carried on roll call vote to adopt ARA Resolution No. 230 approving the adoption of the Five Year Implementation Plan (2010 -2015) for the Central Redevelopment Project Area. AYES: Agency Member Harbicht, Kovacic, Amundson, Chandler, and Wuo NOES: None ABSENT: None 2 51:0161 12 -01 -2009 CITY COUNCIL ITEMS: b. Introduce Ordinance No. 2267 amending the Arcadia Municipal Code by adding a new Division 4 to Chapter 5, Part 5 of Article VII relating to Water Efficient Landscaping. Recommended Action: Introduce Jason Kruckeberg, Development Services Director provided background information regarding California Assembly Bill 1881 which modifies and strengthens the Water Conservation in Landscaping Act of 1990; and advised that AB 1881 requires local agencies to either adopt the State's Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance or adopt its own ordinance that is, "at least as effective" in conserving water by January 1, 2010. He stated that if a local agency fails to adopt its own ordinance, the State's Model Water Efficient Landscape Ordinance will automatically be adopted by statute; that the model ordinance is highly technical and includes a great deal of scientific data and formula -based language which is geared toward large projects such as major commercial development or large residential subdivisions rather than the development pattern of a built -out City such as Arcadia. Jim Kasama, Community Development Administrator reported that research conducted by the American Water Works Association indicated that approximately 60% of typical household water usage goes towards landscaping; that the implementation of the proposed ordinance will accomplish the objective of promoting water efficient landscaping and effective water use management without a decline in landscape quality; that it will focus on an overall "water budget" for new landscaping, allowing creativity in meeting the guidelines and will apply to all projects that require permits, plan checks, and /or design reviews. He discussed some of the more important aspects of the proposed ordinance and noted that the implementation of the proposed ordinance will accomplish the objective of promoting water efficient landscaping and effective water use management without a decline in landscape quality. He did note that for some complex projects, due to increased landscaping requirements a pass through charge will be collected from applicants to pay for professional review of the landscape plans; that for.major projects, staff will complete the review based on the landscaping package submitted by a licensed architect or contractor; and that a fee resolution will be presented to the City Council for consideration at a later date. Mayor Wuo opened the public hearing. No one was present. 51:0162 A motion to close the public hearing was made by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Council Member Harbicht and seeing no further objection, Mayor Wuo declared the public hearing closed. It was moved by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Council Member Amundson and carried on roll vote to introduce Ordinance No. 2267 amending the Arcadia Municipal Code by adding a new Division 4 to Chapter 5, Part 5 of Article VII relating to Water Efficient Landscaping. AYES: Council Member Chandler, Amundson, Harbicht, Kovacic and Wuo NOES: None ABSENT: None 3 12 -01 -2009 PUBLIC COMMENTS REPORTS FROM THE MAYOR, CITY COUNCIL AND CITY CLERK 2. CONSENT CALENDAR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ITEMS: CITY COUNCIL ITEMS: 4 51:0163 Paul Cheng, Arcadia resident, appeared and expressed concerns regarding the sex offenders who live in Arcadia and requested the City Council to release the names and location of the 22 registered sex offenders to the residents. In response to Mr. Cheng's comment regarding sex offenders in Arcadia, Police Chief Sanderson responded that Megan's Law data base is available on the California Department of Justice website and can be access by any member of public. Council Member Kovacic announced various holiday events including the Senior Holiday Party on December 8th; the Snow Festival and Breakfast with Santa on December 5 and encouraged everyone to attend and participate in these great events. Mayor Pro tem Amundson encouraged residents to shop and dine in Arcadia and to participate in the Fire Department's Annual Toys for Tots Drive; he encouraged residents to make donations to the "Operation Gratitude Program" for soldier care packages; and wished everyone Happy Holidays and reminded everyone that there is crime during the holidays and encouraged residents to be safe and careful while out shopping. Council Member Chandler, Council Member Harbicht and City Clerk Barrows had nothing to report. Mayor Wuo congratulated Matt McSweeny, the owner of Matt Denny's Restaurant in Arcadia, who was recently recognized as the "Community Volunteer of the Year"; he wished all the kids a safe and enjoyable Snow Festival; and wished everyone a happy and safe holiday season. a. Authorize the Executive Director to enter into a contract with Panorama General Engineering for the reconstruction of parking lot at 21 Morlan Place in the amount of $155,470 with a 10% contingency and appropriate a total of $41,000 from Redevelopment Funds. Recommended Action: Approve b. Adopt Ordinance No. 2263 amending Article VI of the Arcadia Municipal Code concerning the Business Permit and License Review Board. Recommended Action: Adopt c. Introduce Ordinance No. 2268 amending Chapter 9, Part 1 of Article VII of the Arcadia Municipal Code relating to camping and storage of personal property on public property. Recommended Action: Introduce d. Adopt various Resolutions relating to the General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2010. 12 -01 -2009 51:0164 Resolution No. 6703 calling for the holding of a General Municipal Election on Tuesday, April 13, 2010 for the election of certain officers as required by the City Charter. Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution No. 6704 adopting regulations for candidates for elective office pertaining to candidates statements submitted to the voters at an election to be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2010. Recommended Action: Adopt Resolution No. 6705 requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Los Angeles to render specified services to the City relating to the conduct of a General Municipal Election to be held on Tuesday, April 13, 2010. Recommended Action: Adopt e. Authorize the City Manager to execute a one (1) year contract extension with Vargas Olson Enterprises for construction maintenance services at various city facilities in the amount of $69,650. Recommended Action: Approve Council Member Kovacic requested that Consent Calendar Item 2.a. be pulled for separate discussion. It was moved by Council /Agency Member Chandler, seconded by Council /Agency Member Kovacic and carried on roll call vote to approve Consent Calendar items 2.b, through 2.e. AYES: Council /Agency Member Chandler, Kovacic, Amundson, Harbicht, and Wuo NOES: None ABSENT: None a. Authorize the Executive Director to enter into a contract with Panorama General Engineering for the reconstruction of parking lot at 21 Morlan Place in the amount of $155,470 with a 10% contingency and appropriate a total of $41,000 from Redevelopment Funds. Recommended Action: Approve In response to Council Member Kovacic's inquiry regarding the reconstruction of the parking lot at 21 Morlan Place and filling the large hole which was resulted from the demolition of the Church in Arcadia building, City Manager Don Penman responded that the Agency's strategy is to assemble parcels and offer opportunities to facilitate the expansion of Rusnak/Arcadia Mercedes Benz dealership and that with approval of the Agency, the intent is to enter into a short term lease agreement with Rusnak dealership to increase available space for Rusnak's inventory. It was moved by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Council Member Harbicht and carried on roll call vote to authorize the Executive Director to execute a contract with Panorama General Engineering for the reconstruction of the parking lot at 21 Morlan Place in the amount of $155,470 with a 10% contingency and appropriate a total of $41,000 from Redevelopment Agency Funds. AYES: Council /Agency Member Chandler, Harbicht, Kovacic, Amundson, and Wuo NOES: None 5 12 -01 -2009 ABSENT: None 3. CITY MANAGER a. Introduce Ordinance No. 2265 amending Section 3214.1 of the Arcadia Municipal Code relating to the Uniform Traffic Ordinance concerning Early Morning Parking Hours. Recommended Action: Introduce Police Chief Sanderson reported on the proposed ordinance concerning early morning parking hours restrictions; he noted that prior to February 2008, the hours of early morning parking were from 3:00 a.m. through 6:00 a.m. and at the February 5, 2008 City Council meeting, the City Council adopted an ordinance changing the hours to 3:00 a.m. through 5:00 a.m.; and that the decision to change the hours was made after a complaint was made that residents were leaving for work earlier in the morning due to commuting times and other reasons. He also reported that the City Council conducted a study session regarding the overnight parking hours and believed that a three -hour restricted parking period was needed due to the large number of auto burglaries occurring during the overnight hours and recommended increasing the overnight parking restrictions to 2:30 a.m. through 5:30 a.m. It was moved by Council Member Chandler, seconded by Council Member Amundson and carried on roll call vote to Introduce Ordinance No. 2265 amending Section 3214.1 of the Arcadia Municipal Code relating to the Uniform Traffic Ordinance concerning Early Morning Parking Hours. AYES: Council Member Chandler, Amundson, Harbicht, Kovacic, and Wuo NOES: None ABSENT: None b. Appointment of Manager Pro Tempore (Assistant City Manager) pursuant to City Charter Section 603. Recommended Action: Approve City Manager Don Penman reported that due to the retirement of Assistant City Manager /Public Works Director Pat Malloy on December 30, 2009, it is necessary for the City Manager to appoint a City Manager Pro Tempore who will serve during the temporary absence or disability of the City Manager and recommends the appointment of Jason Kruckeberg, Development Services Director, as the City Manager Pro Tempore. He explained that there is already a position classification of Assistant City Manager /Development Services Director so there is no need to create a new classification; that the salary is 5% above the current Development Services Director range and an appropriation is not necessary as the additional cost will be absorbed in the current operating budget. It was moved by Council Member Harbicht, seconded by Council Member Chandler and carried on roll call vote to approve the appointment of Jason Kruckeberg as Development Service Director /Assistant City Manager (City Manager Pro Tempore). Mt. Penmen further announced the appointment of Mr. Tom Tate as the Public Works Director, effective January 1, 2010. AYES: Council Member Harbicht, Chandler, Amundson, Kovacic, and Wuo NOES: None ABSENT: None 6 51:0165 12 -01 -2009 ADJOURNMENT The City Council /Redevelopment Agency recessed at 8:30 p.m. to Closed Session and adjourned at 9:00 p.m. to Tuesday, December 15, 2009, 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chamber Conference Room located at 240 W. Huntington Drive, Arcadia. ATTEST: James H. Barrows, H. Barrows, City Clerk 7 51:0166 John uo, Mayor 12 -01 -2009