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City of Pomona 505 South Garey Avenue Pomona, CA 91766 Meeting Minutes - Final Monday, January 23, 2017 6:45 PM Council Chambers City Council Mayor Tim Sandoval Council Member Rubio R. Gonzalez Council Member Adriana M. Robledo Council Member Cristina Carrizosa Council Member Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole Council Member Ginna E. Escobar Council Member Robert S. Torres VISION STATEMENT Pomona is a vibrant city providing a safe, clean, family oriented community. We are committed to being a city that promotes harmonious diversity and economic prosperity. City Council Meeting Minutes - Final January 23, 2017 5:30 P.M. CLOSED SESSIONS CALL TO ORDER 5:33P.M. ROLL CALL PRESENT: Mayor Sandoval and Councilmembers Gonzalez, Carrizosa, Ontiveros-Cole, and Torres; ABSENT: Vice Mayor Robledo and Councilmember Escobar. Public Comment: A. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6) Part Time Unrepresented Employees Unrepresented Group A and B Employees Unrepresented Mid-Management Group C-2 Employees Pomona City Employees’ Association, a Chapter of Teamsters Local 1932 Pomona Mid-Management Confidential Employees Association (PMMCEA) Pomona Police Officers Association (PPOA) Pomona Police Managers Association (PPMA) Labor Negotiators: Linda Lowry and Linda Matthews B. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8) Property: VPD Lots 6 & 7 (APNs 8341-003-901 and 8341-004-902) Vacant VPD Lots (APNs 8341-003-903, 904, 905, 906, 907,908 and 909); the Gist Building (APN 8341-003-902) Negotiating Party: Maya Cinemas City’s Negotiator: Linda Lowry, City Manager Under Negotiation: Price and Terms Property: 101 W. Mission Blvd., Mission Promenade I Negotiating Party: OPTIMAX Irrevocable Trust I and Private Eq. Irrevocable Trust II Successor Agency’s Negotiator: Linda Lowry, City Manager/Executive Director Under Negotiation: Price and Terms Property: 1400 E. Mission Blvd. Negotiating Party: Gene Stalions Trust City’s Negotiator: Linda Lowry, City Manager Under Negotiation: Price and Terms Property: 600 S. Park Avenue Negotiating Party: State of California Department of the Military City of Pomona Page 1 Printed on 3/20/2017 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final January 23, 2017 City’s Negotiator: Linda Lowry, City Manager Under Negotiation: Price and Terms Property: 2381Angela Street Negotiating Party: Pomona Unified School District City’s Negotiator: Linda Lowry, City Manager Under Negotiation: Price and Terms 6:45 P.M. CALL TO ORDER 6:49P.M. ROLL CALL Present: 7- Mayor Tim Sandoval Council Member Rubio Gonzalez Council Member Adriana Robledo Council Member Cristina Carrizosa Council Member Elizabeth Ontiveros-Cole Council Member Ginna E. Escobar Council Member Robert Torres POSTING OF THE COLORS Pomona High School JROTC presented the Posting of the Colors. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Councilmember Escobar led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION DISCUSSIONS Assistant City Attorney Jared stated that the City Council convened into Closed Session at 5:33p.m. and that the items listed on the agenda had been announced prior to recessing into Closed Session and reported the following: Item A: This item was discussed and direction was given; however no action was taken and there is nothing further to report. Vice Mayor Robledo and Councilmember Escobar arrived and also participated in the discussion of the following items: Item B-1: This item was discussed and direction was given; however no final action was taken. This item will be brought back to the City Council on both the Closed Session and Open Session agendas for the next City Council meeting. Item B-2: This item was discussed and direction was given to place the item on the agenda for the next City Council meeting. City of Pomona Page 2 Printed on 3/20/2017 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final January 23, 2017 Items B-3 through B-5 were not discussed; however, the City Council will reconvene into Closed Session following the Open Session to discuss these items. The City Council recessed from Closed Session at 6:45p.m. MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBER COMMUNICATIONS Councilmember Escobar informed the audience that sandbags are available for residents at 636 Monterey Avenue, Monday through Thursday until 8:00p.m. when it is raining; and reported on her attendance at the League of California Cities conference in Sacramento. Councilmember Carrizosa Councilmember Gonzalez urged the audience to attend a fundraiser on January 27, 2017 in support of officer Stevenson at Old Stump Brewery; and invited the audience to attend the Laura Engles Wilder event at the Library on February 4, 2017 at 2:00p.m. Councilmember Torres thanked Staff for its quick response to a fallen tree. Mayor Sandoval spoke on his visit with Officer Stevenson. Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole spoke on a homicide which left three children in need of assistance and requested donations for the children. CITY MANAGER COMMUNICATIONS City Manager Lowry did not have anything to report. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Alfredo Edmond, Pomona, requested meeting with the Mayor to address his concerns. Mark Pineda, Pomona, expressed concern regarding parents parking in pedestrian routes near Ganesha High School; suggested that the City Council consider having Staff take pictures of cars parked illegally so that a ticket can be mailed to them; and stated that every should should have a crossing guard. Mayor Sandoval directed Mr. Pineda to speak with Police Chief Capraro and Vice Mayor Robledo suggested that Pomona Unified School District Boardmember Guzman join their conversation. Tracy Kann, Better America Foundation, proposed a Cannabis Festival at the Fairplex; cited the City's vision and Mission; and informed that the Better America Foundation would like to donate a portion of the event's net proceeds to address homeless issues. Christopher Kim, cited Pomona's registered voters' support of Proposition 64 on the November 2016 ballot; noted that the Center for Disease Control has reportson why cannabis is medicine and not dangerous; and opined that the City would benefit financially from allowing medical marijuana dispensaries in the City. Linda Hinojos, United Voices of Pomona, explained the history of the Waste and Recycling Facility Task Force; adn requested that the Ordinance that was proposed by the Task Force be brought back to the City Council for approval. City of Pomona Page 3 Printed on 3/20/2017 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final January 23, 2017 Katie Hudson, Pomona, stated that the City's social media sites are being underutilized; suggested that the City Council meetings be broadcasted using Facebook Live or the City's website; and noted that events should be announced on the City's social media pages. Gustavo Ramirez, Pomona, informed that he now resides in and votes in the City; expressed gratitude for the Mayor and each Councilmember; and stated that he will be providing Certificates of Appreciate to each member of the City Council. Councilmember Escobar spoke on the City's use of social media and noted that she has seen that events should be posted earlier. Vice Mayor Robledo inquired and City Manager Lowry informed that she is investigating reorganizing the City's Administration Department and that she can look into a public information position. Veronica, informed that she had a difficult time finding information for the City Council meeting; and suggested thaat Staff be better informed to assist the public in finding information regarding the City Council meetings. CONSENT CALENDAR MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER ESCOBAR, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO, CARRIED 7-0 to approve the Consent Calendar. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CARRIZOSA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GONZALEZ, CARRIED 7-0 to reconsider the Consent Calendar. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER ESCOBAR, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO, CARRIED 7-0 to approve the Consent Calendar with Agenda Item No. 6 being pulled for discussion. Aye: 7- Sandoval, Gonzalez, Robledo, Carrizosa, Ontiveros-Cole, Escobar, and Torres 1. The City Council approved the draft minutes of the Regular City Council meetings of November 21, 2016 and December 5, 2016. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER ESCOBAR, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO, CARRIED 7-0. 2. The City Council adopted a Resolution approving the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 17-18) for the Period of July 1, 2017 through June 30, 2018 and approving the Administrative Budget for the same period and authorized the transmittal of the ROPS and Administrative Budget to the Oversight Board for approval RESOLUTION NO. SA 2017-1 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL, SITTING AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA APPROVING THE RECOGNIZED OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2017 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2018, “ROPS 17-18” AND APPROVING THE ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER ESCOBAR, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO, CARRIED 7-0. City of Pomona Page 4 Printed on 3/20/2017 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final January 23, 2017 3. The City Council approved a Collaborative Agreement between the City of Pomona and the Pomona Housing Authority regarding the Assessment of Fair Housing (AFH) MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER ESCOBAR, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO, CARRIED 7-0. 4. The City Council adopted a Resolution approving Lot Merger (LM 11-2016) of Lots 7 and 8, Block 91 of the Pomona Tract, Recorded in Book 3, Pages 90-91, Miscellaneous Records of County of Los Angeles, Assessor Parcel Number 8335-025-014, located at 668-686 South Garey Avenue, Pomona, CA (Council District 2) RESOLUTION NO. 2017-7 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING LOT MERGER (LM 11-2016) OF LOTS 7 AND 8, BLOCK 91 OF THE POMONA TRACT, RECORDED IN BOOK 3, PAGES 90-91, MISCELLANEOUS RECORDS OF COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBER 8335-025-014, LOCATED AT 668-686 SOUTH GAREY AVENUE, POMONA, CA MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER ESCOBAR, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO, CARRIED 7-0. City of Pomona Page 5 Printed on 3/20/2017 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final January 23, 2017 5. The City Council adopted a Resolution approving Lot Merger (LM 8-2016) for Southern California Edison Property located at 265 North East End, related to Assessor Parcel Numbers 8326-025-802, -809 and -810 (Council District 4) RESOLUTION NO. 2017-8 ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING LOT MERGER (LM 8-2016) FOR SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON PROPERTY LOCATED AT 265 NORTH EAST END, RELATED TO ASSESSOR PARCEL NUMBERS 8326-025-802, -809, AND -810 MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER ESCOBAR, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO, CARRIED 7-0. 6. The City Council adopted a Resolution appropriating additional funding to CIP Account No . 441-6725-xxxxx-73368 for the construction of a public parking structure on Vehicle Parking District Lot 10 RESOLUTION NO. 2017- A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE 2016/2017 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING $6,025,479 IN GAREY VILLAGE FORECLOSURE BOND PROCEEDS TO CIP PROJECT NO. 441-6725-XXXXX-73368 FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A PUBLIC PARKING STRUCTURE ON VEHICLE PARKING DISTRICT LOT 10 RESOLUTION NO. 2017-9 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE 2016/2017 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY RE-APPROPRIATING $2,000,000 IN DISTRICT 2 SERIES “AX” BOND PROCEEDS FROM CIP PROJECT NO. 428-2590-XXXXX-71041 TO CIP PROJECT NO. 441-6725-XXXXX-73368 FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A PUBLIC PARKING STRUCTURE ON VEHICLE PARKING DISTRICT LOT 10 This item was pulled from the Consent Calendar for Discussion. ITEM PULLED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR DISCUSSION 6. The City Council adopted a Resolution appropriating additional funding to CIP Account No . 441-6725-xxxxx-73368 for the construction of a public parking structure on Vehicle Parking District Lot 10 RESOLUTION NO. 2017- A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE 2016/2017 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING $6,025,479 IN GAREY VILLAGE FORECLOSURE BOND PROCEEDS TO CIP PROJECT NO. 441-6725-XXXXX-73368 FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A PUBLIC PARKING STRUCTURE ON VEHICLE PARKING DISTRICT LOT 10 RESOLUTION NO. 2017-9 City of Pomona Page 6 Printed on 3/20/2017 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final January 23, 2017 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF POMONA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE 2016/2017 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM (CIP) BUDGET BY RE-APPROPRIATING $2,000,000 IN DISTRICT 2 SERIES “AX” BOND PROCEEDS FROM CIP PROJECT NO. 428-2590-XXXXX-71041 TO CIP PROJECT NO. 441-6725-XXXXX-73368 FOR CONSTRUCTION OF A PUBLIC PARKING STRUCTURE ON VEHICLE PARKING DISTRICT LOT 10 Councilmember Carrizosa noted that on November 21, 2016, she had requested that the $350,000 of interest earned on the sale of the Garey Village property be appropriated for street improvements surrounding the property and that Deputy City Attorney Jared stated that the request should be reviewed and discussed separately; reiterated her request to appropriate the $350,000 of revenue generated by the sale of the Garey Village property to street improvements for the area surrounding the Garey Village property; expressed opposition toward appropriating $6,025,479 toward the construction of a parking structure in Downtown because the details are unknown; and stated that $12,000,000 is enough for a sufficient parking structure. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CARRIZOSA to appropriate the $6,025,479 in Garey Village Foreclosure Bond Proceeds for other purposes. The Motion failed due to a lack of a Second. Vice Mayor Robledo informed the City Council that a parking structure is part of the Vehicle Parking District's proposed plan and that extensive research has been done; and stated that a parking structure in Downtown will be a catalyst to provide necessary funding in order to continue to improve the City's infrastructure. Councilmember Escobar noted that other Cities, including Pasadena and Claremont, began to grow significantly after a parking structure was constructed in their downtown areas; noted that each parking space of a parking structure costs $ 16,000 and that handicap spaces cost more; and requested that Acting Public Works Director McWade explain what the bond proceeds are allowed to be allocated toward. Councilmember Carrizosa noted that Mission Boulevard and Holt Avenue are included in the Redevelopment Project Area. Councilmember Escobar inquired and Acting Public Works Director McWade informed that the bond requires that its proceeds be used to encourage economic development and /or be used toward properties in the Redevelopment Merged Project Area or that are directly connected to the Area. Councilmember Torres expressed concerns for appropriating money into a project that has no plan; noted that nearby Cities don't charge for patrons to park in their parking structures; and expressed concern that there is no measurable evidence to support the idea that the parking structure will result in economic development. Councilmember Carrizosa noted that the bond proceeds can be used for street improvements as long as they are in the Redevelopment project area; and stated that the 748 spaces that could be purchased with the $10,000,000 that has already been allocated and the $2,000,000 of District 2 bond proceeds that is being proposed would be sufficient for Downtown. Councilmember Gonzalez opined that the parking structure is a luxury while street maintenance is a necessity; suggested that half of the proposed $ 6,025,479 be allocated to the City of Pomona Page 7 Printed on 3/20/2017 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final January 23, 2017 parking structure and the remaining balance be allocated to street improvements on Mission Boulevard, Holt Avenue, and the area surrounding the Garey Village property. Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole opined that $10,000,000 should be enough money to construct a large enough parking structure; expressed concern that the parking structure will be built but not utilized; and stated that the businesses should be brought in before the City invests such a large amount of money in a parking structure. Councilmember Escobar noted that although neighboring Cities don't charge patrons to park in their parking structures, there is already a charge for patrons to park in the parking lots Downtown; stated that the idea of a parking structure has been researched for several years by several different parties; and requested that, if the City Council would like to allocate the money to street improvements rather than a parking structure, specific streets be identified. Councilmember Torres noted that he would support Councilmember Carrizosa's motion regardless of whether streets are specified or not. Councilmember Carrizosa stated that she would like the streets next to the Garey Village building to be improved by the revenue that was generated by the sale of the building. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CARRIZOSA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GONZALEZ, CARRIED 7-0 to adopt a Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2016-17 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget by reappropriating $2,000,000 in District 2 Series "AX" Bond Proceeds from CIP Project No. 428-2590-XXXXX-71041 to CIP Project No. 441-6723-XXXXX-73368 for construction fo a public parking structure on Vehicle Parking District Lot 10. Vice Mayor Robledo explained that the Board of Parking Place Commissioners and Staff have worked for several years to try to get a parking structure built in Downtown; suggested that Deputy City Manager Pelser provide a history of parking structure discussions from the Board; and requested that Staff investigate the Vehicle Parking District's potential contribution to the parking structure. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CARRIZOSA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TORRES, CARRIED 5-2 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO OPPOSED) to direct staff to bring back a Resolution appropriating $6,025,479 in Garey Village foreclosure Bond Proceeds to street improvements on Holt Avenue, Mission Boulevard, and the area surrounding Garey Village. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CARRIZOSA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GONZALEZ, CARRIED 7-0to adopt the Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2016-17 Capital Improvement Program (CIP) Budget by reappropriating $2,000,000 in District 2 Series "AX" Bond Proceeds from CIP Project No. 428-2590-XXXXX-71041 to CIP Project No. 441-6725-XXXXX-73368 for construction of a public parking structure on Vehicle Parking District Lot 10. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CARRIZOSA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER TORRES, CARRIED 5-2 (MAYOR SANDOVAL AND VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO OPPOSED) to direct staff to bring back a Resolution appropriating $6,025,479 in Garey Village foreclosure Bond Proceeds to street improvements on Holt Avenue, Mission Boulevard, and the area surrounding Garey Village. Councilmember Torres left the dais at 8:18p.m. City of Pomona Page 8 Printed on 3/20/2017 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final January 23, 2017 DISCUSSION CALENDAR 7. The City Council approved a Finding of Public Benefit to the Community at Large for a recommended expenditure and recapped final funding amounts for previously approved findings CURRENT REQUEST: A) Amount to be determined to Pomona American Little League in support of their 2017 Baseball/Softball Season - Requested amount: TBD MOTION BY VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER GONZALEZ, CARRIED 6-0 (COUNCILMEMBER TORRES ABSENT) Aye: 6- Sandoval, Gonzalez, Robledo, Carrizosa, Ontiveros-Cole, and Escobar Absent: 1- Torres Councilmember Torres returned to the dais at 8:19p.m. 8. The City Council provided direction to Staff regarding a request to establish a citywide Alley Access Restriction Program, beginning with a single-alley pilot project City Engineer Guerrero provided a presentation on the Alley Access Restriction Program. Shelly Jordan, Lake Elsinore, explained that residents are concerned with criminal activities that are created by unrestricted alley access; suggested that the City Council direct Staff to continue creating the Alley Access Restriction Program; and stated that the Alley Access Restriction Program is an alternative to a temporary closure of an alley vacation. Adam Donner, Pomona, explained the crime that occurs in unrestricted alleys; and noted that he would like access to be limited one way or another. Cathy Tessier, Pomona, detailed the reasons for crime in the alleys; noted that the crime cannot be controlled improving lighting in the alleys; and suggested that the City Council direct staff to move forward with the Alley Access Restriction Program. Councilmember Gonzalez stated that he supports the program even if they are only partially restrictedexcept for on alleys that are used for trash pickup or garage access; suggested the placement of a post in the center at each end of the alleys; and noted that input from the residents adjacent to each alley be taken into consideration. Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole inquired and City Engineer Guerrero informed that tonight's recommendation would be for a single alley, that if the program is successful, the residents adjacent to each alley would need to petition to be included in the Alley Restriction Program, and that the City has the vacation process already in place in which the alley is divided amongst the property owners adjacent to an alley; and expressed concern regarding who would have access to the keys for the gates considering the fact that it would still be a public alley, how Southern California Edison could do it's job if the alley is restricted, and the maintenance costs for such a program. Vice Mayor Robledo inquired and City Engineer Guerrero informed that at this point, a specific City of Pomona Page 9 Printed on 3/20/2017 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final January 23, 2017 type of gate hasn't been selected and that a gate similar to those used by gated communities would cost more than a gate with a lock and key. Councilmember Escobar inquired and Police Chief Capraro informed that the Police Department has it's own access number to enter gated communities and a representative from the Fire Department informed that it has a universal key that is used to open the gates; and expressed concern regarding who would have keys to the gates blocking the alleyways. City Engineer Guerrero noted that the streets within gated communities are private streets and that the alley would still be considered a public street in the Alley Restriction Program whereas when a vacation is done for an alley, the adjacent property owners become the owners of the alley. Councilmember Carrizosa stated that there are more problems than solutions; and expresed empathy for the property owners, but also expressed concern for their safety. Motion by Councilmember Carrizosa to accept staff recommendation to uphold the current industry practice of an alley vacation to protect the rights of both the public and property owners, as well as to preserve environmental integrity. Mayor Sandoval expressed concern for setting a precedent for other alleys in the City and that the restriction could potentially entice more crime by becoming a place for people to hide and congregate; expressed appreciation for the open feel of the Lincoln Park community; and noted that any member of the public would have access to a key because the alley would still be public property. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CARRIZOSA, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO, CARRIED 5-2 (COUNCILMEMBERS GONZALEZ AND ESCOBAR OPPOSED) to accept staff recommendation to uphold the current industry practice of an alley vacation to protect the rights of both the public and property owners, as well as to preserve environmental integrity. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CARRIZOSA, SECOND BY VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO, CARRIED 5-2 (COUNCILMEMBERS GONZALEZ AND ESCOBAR OPPOSED) to accept staff recommendation to uphold the current industry practice of an alley vacation to protect the rights of both the public and property owners, as well as to preserve environmental integrity. Aye: 5- Sandoval, Robledo, Carrizosa, Ontiveros-Cole, and Torres Nay: 2- Gonzalez, and Escobar Vice Mayor Robledo left the meeting at 9:12p.m. 9. The City Council discussed the Site Plan for Homeless Centralized Service Center/Emergency Shelter at 1400 East Mission Boulevard and provided direction to Staff Neighborhood Services Director DeFrank presented the Site Plan for the Homeless Centralized Service Center/Emergency Shelter at 1400 East Mission Boulevard. Ron Williams, Lion’s Gate, expressed support for the Site Plan for the Homeless Centralized Serivce Center/Emergency Shelter and provided a history of how the plan was created. Stephen Patton, expressed concern for hte Site Plan; noted that SB2 requirements have not City of Pomona Page 10 Printed on 3/20/2017 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final January 23, 2017 yet been met; and expressed support for a permanent shelter rather than an emergency shelter. Councilmember Torres inquired and Neighborhood Services Director DeFrank informed that the shelter would be operated year-round, noted that the goal is to serve the unsheltered population of homeless residents; and shared that his hope is that the unsheltered homeless population will take advantage of the shelter. Councilmember Escobar inquired and Neighborhood Services Director DeFrank advised that several partners have been involved in the planning of the shelter through the Homeless Advisory Committee, noted that the philosophy that is being followed is meant to encourage the homeless to find permanent housing by providing the resources and care that is needed, informed that anyone entering the property will have to go through security, and explained that Haven for Hope will be providing a body scanner and an amnesty box. Mayor Sandoval encouraged the audience to volunteer in the homeless count on Tuesday, January 24, 2017 at 7:00p.m. at the Ganesha Park Community Center. Councilmember Escobar noted that she would like to see this plan become a permanent project. Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole inquired and Neighborhood Services Director DeFrank informed that the plan calls for security guards who are not armed but are trained, a food handler's license would be obtained for the ktichen, Tri -City Mental Health will be available onsite to assist those with mental health issues and provide them resources to assist them, and affordable housing, including a 300-unit development, will be available by the time the shelter opens. Mayor Sandoval informed that a measure will be on the March 7, 2017 ballot which, if passed, will provide additional funding to address homelessness. Councilmember Torres inquired and Neighborhood Services Director DeFrank advised that each person will be input into a County-wide system so that each person's progress can be tracked even beyond their stay in the shelter. Neighborhood Services Director DeFrank speculated that the shelter would be closed at a specific time and that police officers would be able to admit someone after hours should the occasion call for it. City Manager Lowry reminded the City Council that there is a large network of partners who are willing to provide a variety of social services at the shelter and that the City's part in the project is to provide the location for the shelter. Councilmember Escobar expressed concern regarding whether the facility will be able to be maintained. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GONZALEZ, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ESCOBAR, CARRIED 6-0 (VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO ABSENT) to direct Staff to continue pursuing cost estimates for the first phase of implementation and to pursue program partners and grant opportunities for ultimate operation of the facility. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER GONZALEZ, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ESCOBAR, City of Pomona Page 11 Printed on 3/20/2017 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final January 23, 2017 CARRIED 6-0 (VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO ABSENT) to direct Staff to continue pursuing cost estimates for the first phase of implementation and to pursue program partners and grant opportunities for ultimate operation of the facility. Aye: 6- Sandoval, Gonzalez, Carrizosa, Ontiveros-Cole, Escobar, and Torres Absent: 1- Robledo Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole left the dais at 10:23p.m. PUBLIC HEARINGS 10. The City Council opened and continued a Public Hearing amending the 2013-2018 Consolidated Plan, the Fiscal Year 2016-17 Annual Action Plan, and the Fiscal Year 2016-17 City Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program Budget by increasing Revenue Estimates and appropriating $62,260 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, $432 in CDBG Program Income funds, $4,841 in Home Investment Partnership Act (HOME) funds, $40,946 in HOME Program Income funds, $18,573 in Emergency Solutions Grant (ESG) funds, and $84,897 in Neighborhood Stabilization Program (NSP) funds. MOTION BY COUNCILMEMBER CARRIZOSA, SECOND BY COUNCILMEMBER ESCOBAR, CARRIED 5-0 (VICE MAYOR ROBLEDO AND COUNCILMEMBER ONTIVEROS-COLE ABSENT) to open and continue the Public Hearing. Aye: 5- Sandoval, Gonzalez, Carrizosa, Escobar, and Torres Absent: 2- Robledo, and Ontiveros-Cole MATTERS INITIATED BY CITY COUNCILMEMBERS Councilmember Carrizosa requested a four-way stop at the intersection fo Artesia and Park Avenue; and expressed dissatisfaction for the inconsistency of the senior programs at different community centers. Councilmember Escobar recommended that the Mayor and Councilmembers attain First Aid Certification and CPR training. Councilmember Ontiveros-Cole recommended that First Aid and CPR certifiecation be attained by the American Heart Association. Councilmember Gonzalez requested consistency regarding the senior problems and informed that baseball opening ceremonies will be held in March. Mayor Sandoval invited the audience to the following upcoming events: Coffee with the Mayor and Police Chief on February 9, 2017 from 7:00-8:30p.m. at the Starbucks on Foothill Boulevard, February 15, 2017 from 8:30a.m.-10:00a.m. at Mi Cafecito on Main Street, February 28, 2017 from 7:00p.m. -8:30p.m. at McDonalds on Rio Rancho Road; and advised that he is working on a Citywide cleanup project. Councilmember Carrizosa suggested that the Mayor have similar events at the schools throughout the City. RECESS INTO CLOSED SESSION The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 10:34 P.M. City of Pomona Page 12 Printed on 3/20/2017 City Council Meeting Minutes - Final January 23, 2017 MEETING RECONVENED The City Council reconvened the meeting at 11:06 P.M. ROLL CALL - PRESENT: Mayor Sandoval and Councilmembers Gonzalez, Carrizosa, Ontiveros-Cole, Escobar, and Torres; ABSENT Vice Mayor Robledo. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION DISCUSSIONS Assistant City Attorney Jared stated that the City Council convened into Closed Session at 10:45p.m. and reported the following: Item B-3: A briefing was provided and direction was given; however, no action was taken and there is nothing further to report. Item B-4: A briefing was provided and direction was given; however, no action was taken and there is nothing further to report. Item B-5: A briefing was provided and direction was given; however, no action was taken and there is nothing further to report. The City Council recessed from Closed Session at 11:27p.m. ADJOURNMENT 11:28P.M. The City Council adjourned to the next Regular City Council Meeting on Monday, February 6, 2017 in the City Council Chambers, 505 South Garey Avenue, Pomona, California. Closed Session items will be discussed at 5:30 p.m. The Open Session will commence at 6:45 p.m. City of Pomona Page 13 Printed on 3/20/2017