02-13-1968 - Regular Meeting - MinutesMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA
FEBRUARY 13, 1968.
The regular meeting of the City Council was called to order by Mayor Krieger at
7 0 3 0 P.M. , in the West Covina City Hall. The Pledge of Allegiance was led by
Councilman Nichols. The invocation was given by Reverend Edgar A. Doering,
Shepherd of the Valley Lutheran Church.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Krieger, Councilmen Gillum, Nichols, Gleckman,
Snyder.
Also Present: George Aiassa, City Manager
H. R. Fast, Public Service Director
Lela Preston, City Clerk
George Wakefield, City Attorney
George Zimmerman, Ass't. City Engineer
Owen Menard, Planning Director
Ben Bateman, Pres., - W.C.C.E.A.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
• January 22, 1968 - Approved as corrected:
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Councilman Nichols: The comments in the middle of Page 20, attributable to..me -
"I would hopefully ask that the staff relate again to the
West Covina Unified School District officials" should have
added the following - "and inquire if their recommendation would be continued.. "
Mayor Krieger: On.Page 9, a remark attributable to me, fifth line should
read - "may not be a special privilege". On page 11 a
statement made by Mr. Wakefield should read - but the
purpose and objective, etc. " (Mr. Wakefield agreed.) And on Page 20 with regard
to the letter received from West Covina Beautiful, the statement should read -
"will be on file in the City Clerk's office further states where tickets, etc. " Page 28,
a statement regarding the Stanford Research Institute proposal in'the body of the
motion should read - "and included staff participation, etc. " The motion was made
by Councilman Gleckman and seconded by Councilman Snyder. In fact, Mr. Gleckman ,
was that the correct wording of your motion? (Mr. Gleckman, agreed it was.)
Motion by Councilman Nichols, seconded by Councilman Gleckman, and carried, that
the Council approve the minutes of January 22, 1968, as corrected.
January 29, 1968 - Approved as corrected:
Councilman Nichols: On the first page, the roll call is incorrect. Councilman
Gillum was present, and I was absent.
Mayor Krieger: On Page 2 a statement made by Mr. Stiles should read -
''while reducing the number of our standing committees to
4 from 6, etc. " On Page 11, a statement attributable to me,
should read "community to be hypothetical, etc." Page 18, bottom of the page,
a statement made having to do with the Chamber of Commerce - should read "we would
like to see the Chamber maintain that flexibility, etc. " On Page 19, a statement made
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES - 1-29-68 - Continued
by Mr...Aiassa states "This will be a major sign erected on the Freeway - a lip sign".
Mr.. Aiassa, I am sure the word "lip" is not correct?
Mr. Aiassa:
"Lit" sign.
Motion by Councilman. Gleckman, seconded by Councilman. Gillum, and carried, that
Council approve the minutes of. January 29, 1968, as corrected.
Councilman Nichols: Mr. Mayor - let the record show that I abstained from the
vote of approval on the minutes of 1-29-68, because of my
absence at that meeting.
CITY CLERK'S REPORTS -------------
PROJECT SP-6618-1 LOCATION: Merced.Avenue and Wilson Drive.
STORM DRAIN & CATCH BASIN
IMPROVEMENTS
ROBERT GRAVES
APPROVED
Motion by Councilman. Gleckman, seconded by Councilman. Snyder, and carried, that
the City Council accept storm drain and catch basin improvements on Project SP-6618-1;
and :_auth6nze'-the release of Fidelity and Deposit Company of Maryland performance
bond.No. 81 11 964 in the amount of $5,337.87.
PROJECT SP-68006
RIGHT-OF-WAY DEDICATION LOCATION: Southerly side of Cameron.Avenue,
STREET & STORM DRAIN approximately 419 feet westerly of Hollenbeck
IMPROVEMENTS Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 3733 The City Clerk presented:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
ADOPTED CITY OF WEST COVINA ACCEPTING A. CERTAIN
WRITTEN INSTRUMENT. AND DIRECTING THE
RECORDATION THEREOF. "
Mayor Krieger: Hearing no objections, waive further reading of the body of
said Resolution.
Motion by Councilman. Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, that the City
Council adopt said Resolution. Motion carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Gillum,. Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION NO. 3734 The City Clerk presented:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL. OF THE
ADOPTED CITY OF WEST COVINA ACCEPTING A CERTAIN
WRITTEN INSTRUMENT AND DIRECTING THE
RECORDATION THEREOF, "
Mayor Krieger: Hearing no objections, waive further reading of the body of
said Resolution.
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CITY CLERK'S REPORTS - RESOLUTION NO. 3734 Continued
Motion by Councilman Nichols, seconded by Councilman Gleckman, that the City
Council adopt said Resolution. Motion carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES. Councilmen Gillum, Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
NOES. None
ABSENT. None
PROJECT SP-6618-1 LOCATION. Northwesterly corner of Cameron Avenue and
EASEMENT GRANT Hollenbeck Street.
RESOLUTION NO. 3735 The City Clerk presented.
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL.OF THE
ADOPTED CITY OF WEST COVINA ACCEPTING A CERTAIN
WRITTEN INSTRUMENT AND DIRECTING THE
RECORDATION THEREOF. "
Mayor Krieger: Hearing no objections, waive further reading of the body of
said Resolution.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, that the City
Council adopt said Resolution. Motion carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Gillum, Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
• NOES: None
ABSENT. None
PROJECT SP-68006 LOCATION. Cameron. Avenue from Azusa Avenue
STREET IMPROVEMENT to Hollenbeck Street.
1911 ACT (Short Form)
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, that the Engineer's
report dated February 9, 1968, be received and filed.
Councilman Nichols: The request is that we accept the Engineer's report, which is
an act of approval of the report. I think that was
Councilman Gleckman's intent?
Councilman Gleckman: In the next motion I hoped to approve the plans and specifica-
tions.
Mayor Krieger: Mr. City Attorney is it necessary to move that the Engineer's
report be accepted, received and filed, or may a motion to
receive and file accomplish the same objective?
Mr.. Wakefield: It can be received and filed, but preferably it should also be
accepted.
• Councilman Gleckman: I would amend my motion to accept, receive and file.
Councilman Gillum. I will accept the amended motion.
Mayor Krieger: The motion is to accept, receive and file the Engineer's
report. Any objection? Hearing none, so ordered.
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CITY CLERK'S REPORTS - PROJECT SP-68006 - Continued
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, and carried, that
Council approve plans and specifications on Project SP-68006, and that the City
Engineer be authorized to call for bids.
RESOLUTION NO. 3736 The City Clerk presented:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
ADOPTED CITY OF WEST COVINA DIRECTING THE STREET
SUPERINTENDENT TO TAKE CERTAIN ACTION
WITH RESPECT TO THE CONSTRUCTION OF
CURB, GUTTER AND DRIVEWAY APPROAC HE S
PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 5870 ET SEQ OF THE
STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE OF THE STATE
OF CALIFORNIA, ON CAMERON AVENUE BETWEEN
AZUSA AVENUE AND HOLLENBECK STREET."
Mayor Krieger: Hearing no objections, waive further reading of the body of
said Resolution.
Motion by Councilman. Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Snyder, that the City
Council adopt said Resolution.
Councilman Nichols: Mr. Mayor, I would like to say I will be voting in favor
although it is by use of the 1911 ACT Short Form fora
major secondary street and in most occasions in the past
I have opposed the use of this device for this purpose„
However, in this instance all property owners involved have 100% petitioned for this
improvement and therefore, I support it.
Motion carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen. Gillum,, Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
PROJECT PB-6400 LOCATION: Civic Center area.
GRANT OF EASEMENT
RESOLUTION NO. 3737 The. City Clerk presented:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
ADOPTED THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, AUTHORIZING
THE EXECUTION OF A GRANT OF EASEMENT
IN FAVOR OF SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEMS
FOR UTILITY PURPOSES. "
Mayor Krieger: Hearing no objections, waive further reading of the body
of said Resolution.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Snyder, that the City
Council adopt said Resolution. Motion carried on roll call vote as follows. -
AYES. Councilmen. Gillum, Nichols„ Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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CITY CLERK'S REPORTS - Continued
RESOLUTION NO.. 3738 The City Clerk presented -
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
ADOPTED CITY OF WEST COVINA, ADOPTING "STANDARD
DRAWINGS" FOR STREET AND SEWER. CONSTRUCTION
IN THE CITY OF WEST COVINA."
Mayor Krieger- Hearing no objections, waive further reading of the body of
said Resolution.
Motion by Councilman. Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Nichols that the City
Council adopt said Resolution. Motion carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Gillum, Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
RESEARCH PROJECT NO. 66-1
REQUEST FOR PAYMENT OF WEST COVINA'S SHARE OF COST OF
"DEVELOPMENT OF COMPARATIVE PUBLIC WORKS STATISTICS"
AS ONE OF A NUMBER OF SPONSORING AGENCIES
Mayor Krieger: Any questions on the staff report of January 18, 1968?
Mr. Aiassa - I don't remember this type of a joinb research
• project coming through before. My question is specifically
whether or not we have engaged in a project of this type previously?
Mr.. Aiassa: This is our first one.
Councilman Gillum: Mr. Aiassa - where do we have this in the budget?
Mr. Aiassa: It was approved when we approved the 5 year plan.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman. Snyder, that the City
Council authorize payment of $1400. to the American Public Works Ass,ocia,tion
in support of the Research Project No. 66-1. Motion carried on roll call vote as
follows:
AYES: Councilmen Gillum,, Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
TRANSFERRING MAINTENANCE OF LOCATION: Hollingworth. Street from Sentous
STORM DRAINS TO LOS ANGELES to Ferntower Avenues, and
�. COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL Ferntower Avenue from Hollingworth
.DISTRICT Street to Forecastle Avenue.
• Mayor Krieger: Any questions on the staff report of January 12, 1968, or the
staff report of..January 18, 1968 referring to these matters?
'Mada'm..City Clerk ,'may .w.e,have the reading of the heading of
the Resolution?
RESOLUTION NO. 3739 The City Clerk presented:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
ADOPTED CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT OF THE
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CITY -CLERK'S REPORTS - RESOLUTION NO. 3739 - Continued
STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO ACCEPT ON BEHALF
OF SAID DISTRICT A TRANSFER AND CONVEYANCE
OF STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS AND DRAINAGE
SYSTEM KNOWN AS STORM DRAIN IN TRACT
'NO. 27665 MISCELLANEOUS TRANSFER DRAIN
NO. 200, IN THE CITY OF WEST COVINA FOR
FUTURE OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, REPAIR
AND IMPROVEMENT, AND AUTHORIZING THE
TRANSFER AND CONVEYANCE THEREOF.
Mayor Krieger: Hearing no objections, waive further reading of the body of
said Resolution.
Motion by Councilman. Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Snyder, that the City Council
adopt said resolution. Motion carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES; Councilmen Gillum, Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION NO. 3740 The City Clerk presented:
'WRESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL,OF THE
ADOPTED CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING
• THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL DISTRICT OF THE STATE
OF CALIFORNIA TO ACCEPT ON BEHALF OF SAID
DISTRICT A TRANSFER AND CONVEYANCE OF STORM
DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS AND DRAINAGE SYSTEM
KNOWN AS STORM 'DRAIN IN TRACT NO. 27666,
MISCELLANEOUS TRANSFER DRAIN NO. 199, IN
THE CITY OF WEST COVINA FOR FUTURE
OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, REPAIR AND
IMPROVEMENT, AND AUTHORIZE THE TRANSFER
AND CONVEYANCE THEREOF. "
Mayor Krieger: Hearing no objections, waive further reading of the body of
said Resolution.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman. Snyder, that the City Council
adopt said Resolution. Motion carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Gillum, Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION
• REVIEW ACTION OF TANUARY 23 1968
Mayor Krieger: Are there any questions on the summary of action of January
23, 1968?
Mr. Aiassa: There is one item - No. 6. , The annual conference.. I
think there should be a motion by Council authorizing the
two commissioners to attend this conference.
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RECREATION & PARKS COMMISSION - Continued
Mayor Krieger: What is the "not to exceed" figure?
Mr. Aiassa: Normally we allow $175. per person.
• Mayor Krieger: A total of $350. With the exception of Item 6 is there a
motion to receive and file?
Councilman Gleckman: What was the playground equipment that was donated by
Crest Mobil Manor.?
(Mr. Fast explained it has been installed at Friendship Park- and it consisted of a
complete unit of playground equipment, such as merry-go-round, teeter board, etc. ,
all Jamison equipment and in very good condition.) F
Councilman Gleckman: Thank you. I would like to see a letter sent to Crest. Mobil
Manor signed by the Mayor thanking them for this donation,
and I would so move.
Motion seconded by Councilman. Gillum, and carried.
Motion by Councilman. Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Snyder, and carried,that
City Council receive and file Items 1 - 2 - 3 - 5 - 7 - 8 of the Recreation and Parks
Commission action of January 23, 1968.
• Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Nichols, that the City
Council with regard to Item 6 authorize two Recreation and Parks Commissioners to
attend the annual conference March 3 through March 6, 1968, as provided for in
budget account 121-7 not to exceed a total of $350.00. Motion carried on roll call
vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Gillum,. Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
PLANNING COMMISSION
REVIEW PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
FEBRUARY 7, 1968
Mr. Menard: The action part of the Planning Commission was submitted
to the Council in summary form, and I would be glad to
answer any questions.
Councilman. Gleckman: Was the public hearing on Zone Change No. 389 held over
at the applicants request or the Planning Commissions'?
Mr. Menard: It was based upon the action of the Planning Commission
with the applicants concurrence.
Mayor Krieger: Is this just a question of updating the study that was done
on. North Azusa ?
Mr. Menard: Needless to say the staff is looking over the past study with
a great deal of interest, but I can't say it is an updating.
Our feelings are that some revisions will be recommended by
the staff.
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PLANNING COMMISSION - Continued
Mayor Krieger -
Mr.. Menard-
Councilman.Gleckman-
Mr. Menard:
PERSONNEL. BOARD
As I remember this applicant has appeared on several
occasions along Glendora Avenue.....
I would say they are fairly active in the community.
Was the political sign removed, Mr. Menard?
Yes, it was.
REVIEW MINUTES OF TANUARY 9 1968
Motion. by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman,. Snyder, and carried, that
City Council receive and file the minutes of the Personnel Board dated January 9, 1968.
SOCIAL._ SECURITY WITHDRAWAL
Mayor Krieger- We have a copy of the minutes of the Personnel Board
meeting of February 6th having to do with the Resolution
regarding withdrawal from Social Security and we are
benefited by the minutes of the meeting of the Retirement Committee having to do with
this subject. Mr. Bateman, President of the Employees' Association is present,
Mr. Russell - .I don't see, and Mr. Gillum served on this Committee. Mr., Bateman'. is
there any statement you wish to make as President of the Employees' Association having
to do with this item?
Mr.. Ben Bateman- Not at this time Mr. Mayor.. I think I will leave that to
Councilman. Gillum.
Councilman Gillum. I am hopeful that the Council has read the minutes from both
the meeting of the Retirement Committee and the Personnel
Board. The Resolution passed by the Personnel Board was
checked by the City Attorney and as I understand it he talked to the people in
Sacramento. He gave us a full report on the problems and areas that would be of
concern to the City. Basically this Resolution starts a procedure that the City can
terminate at anytime during the next 2 year period. There has been a request by the
Employees' Association and as I understand it a survey taken whether they wanted to
stay with Social Security or withdraw and go under the istate,program, completely.
Actually this Resolution starts the procedure. It does not commit the City nor the
employees to anything except the intent: that they are considering withdrawing. The
Retirement Committee made up of members of the Employees' Association and also staff
level are going to investigate all facets and phases of this problem and compile the
information into a report and present it to the Personnel Board. They will then review
it and if they feel it merits further consideration they will send it on to the Council
with their recommendation. This may take 4 to 6 months. The idea of the Resolution
is to inform . Social Security and the State that we are considering Withdrawing from
Social Security. . This Resolution is needed in order to start the procedures brought
out in the minutes of both the Personnel Board and the Retirement Committee. I can
assure the Council the only area which we could not establish as to what the cost
would be if this continued and say at the end of a period of one and a half years we
decided not to withdraw from Social Security - we do not know what cost would be
charged back to the City. In other words if the Retirement Committee found it was
not in the best interests of the employees or the City to withdraw there would be
possibly a charge from the State for the things we requested from them. But we
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SOCIAL SECURITY WITHDRAWAL - Continued
were unable to determine what this cost would be, whether it would be small or large.
But this in no way commits the City nor the employees from withdrawing from Social
Security.
. Councilman Snyder: It seems to me - although this comes from the Retirement
Committee and the Employees' Association - that ..
the Personnel Board, the City staff and the City Council
have a larger stake in the determination of this than the Employees' group.. No. 1, the
benefits available under State Retirement as compared to Social Security - there are
some significant differences in benefits. For instance - medicare benefits; and if
you have ever known a widow with 4 childreri,--`saycabout 30 years of age, she receives
very good benefits, which I don't believe they would receive equally under the State
System. And as an employer I think we have to look at it from the standpoint of
whether State Retirement or Social Security is more attractive to the people we employ.
I don't think there should be any hiding of facts or overlooking of facts in the
difference of benefits, and especially in the actuarial figures, because there are
again many benefits under Social Security that you may overlook and from the
employers standpoint there also may be attractions to employment of people , so the
Council has a big an interest in this as the employees.
Councilman. Gillum: May I say that many of these things have been brought out
by the Committee at our meetings, such as if someone
loses their benefits - are we liable ? And medicare, etc.
This Committee is going to function very much like the Blue Ribbon Committees,
breaking up into subcommittees and then consolidating all the .findings and putting
• them into a written report and sent to the Personnel Board. The Resolution they are
asking the Council to approve, as the Personnel Board has done, does not commit in
anyway the City of West Covina nor the employees .of the City to withdraw from Social
Security but it is a necessary procedure under this program. It is the first step but at
anytime in the two year period this request can be withdrawn and we can continue,
under the present program.
Councilman Snyder. I hope this whole study also will be carried out in the
light of an objective matter not with anyregard to the
philosphy of whether you believe in the Social Security
System or not, but again a look at the hard facts of what benefits are available under
both and no question of political or personal philosphy in neither the employees'
nor the City's approach to this. Social Security is a fact of life and should be looked
at in that way.
Mayor Krieger: In reading the minutes of the Retirement Committee I was
unable to determine whether Mr. Wakefield's letter, which
certainly explored this matter in detail and touched upon
some of the points Dr.. Snyder has alluded to, was presented in full at this meeting?
Councilman -Gillum: Yes, also a copy of the letter was sent to the Personnel
Board.
Mayor Krieger: So the members of the Committee had the benefit of his
comments.
Councilman Gillum: Yes - in fact we had two meetings scheduled but we wanted
Mr., Wakefield's viewpoint on this and we held the meeting
prior to the Personnel Board meeting to determine if with this
information presented to the Committee would it be the right thing to even present the
Resolution and after reading what he had stated here we felt it would be proper to
present the Resolution to the Personnel Board. and ask for their approval.
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SOCIAL SECURITY WITHDRAWAL - Continued
Mayor Krieger: But the letter distributed is the same letter that is attached
to our material ?
Councilman Gillum: Yes sir.
• Mayor Krieger: Then in the Personnel Board minutes of February 6, 1968,
and this is the question I had for Mr. Russell - it states
"Mr. Faunce: You may have the figures for the Council
by the 26th of February, etc. etc. " Are there some additional figures that we are
supposed to have by February 26th?
Councilman Gillum: He is referring to the cost of the actuarial.
Mayor Krieger: Is this a refinement of the figures that appear on. Page 4 ?
Mr. Aia s sa . Right.
Mayor Krieger: If we adopt the Resolution submitted by the Personnel Board
we are at least committing ourselves not only to the study
but to an expenditure of some funds which are estimated
only at this point to be $ 800 for an actuarial study and, then having an audit approxi-
mately in the amount of $ 5 00 Is that correct?
Councilman Gillum: Yes.
iMayorKrieger: Mr. Aiassa - from a budgetary standpoint did we take this
into consideration?
Mr. Aiassa: This will come out in the '68-'69 budget.
Councilman Gillum: Another thing I might mention, the actuary, depending on
what we request of them - Mr. Russell had contacted 2 or
3 firms on cost trying to get an estimate on cost, and it
depends on how far we want to proceed in this area. So it was difficult to pin down to
an exact price on the actuary.
Mr. Aiassa: I think there is one important thing Mr.. Mayor, that the
Council should be aware of - that is if any employee has
a grievance if we do withdraw - that the City is reasonably
liable for the loss that this person may sustain.
Mayor. Krieger: We perceive Mr. Wakefield's letter.
Councilman Snyder: May I ask at this time, under Social Security a widow that
would fully qualify for Social Security - receives how much,
can anybody answer?
Mr. Aiassa: No, we don't have that figure.
Councilman Snyder: I am sure from the patients_ I see, that the amount is sub-
stantial. Under the State System what benefits are there
for a widow?
Mr. Aiassa: This is what the actuary will do - analyze all the benefits
under both plans. This is the purpose of the Committee to
see that the employee per se will get his equal benefits that
he would get under Social Security, also under the State plan.
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Councilman Snyder: My only concern is in passing this Resolution we in effect
give approval to something we are not sure of.
Mayor Krieger: I don't gather that from the report. I gather we can't get
into the subject matter without taking this first step.. It
is a noncommittal first step, as I understand the
procedure outlined in. Mr. Wakefield's letter - and which cannot be opened up in any
other wa y .
Mr. Aiassa: And you have two years in which to resolve the problem.
Councilman Gleckman: Mr.. Mayor - this has been a recommendation by our
Personnel Board to go ahead and start with this and they
further stated that this in no way binds the City Council's
decision for approval other than as you stated, to start the ball rolling and all the
questions we have regarding costs, etc. , will never be answered until we take this
first step.
So if this is a recommendation of the Personnel Board and
there is no other way we can receive the information, I would move we go ahead with
the Resolution.
Mayor Krieger: Alright - any further questions ? Mr.. Wakefield the report
suggested you had a Resolution.
RESOLUTION NO. 3741 The City Attorney presented:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
ADOPTED THE CITY OF WEST COVINA REQUESTING
TERMINATION OF THE OLD AGE, SURVIVORS,
AND DISABILITY INSURANCE AGREEMENT
BETWEEN. THE CITY OF WEST COVINA AND
THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA. "
Mayor Krieger: Hearing no objections, waive further reading of the body
of said Resolution.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, that the City
Council adopt said Resolution. Motion carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen. Gillum,
NOES: Councilman. Snyder
ABSENT: None
Nichols, Gleckman, Mayor Krieger
Councilman Snyder: I am voting "no" because I have seen similar studies
on this and although on the surface the benefits may have
appeared to be greater, but all across the board your
benefits under Social Security are really greater and I don't see anyway that we may
benefit from such a study.
SCHEDULED MATTERS
BIDS
None.
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SCHEDULED MATTERS HEARINGS
PROJECT SP-68004
STREET'IMPROVE MENT PROTEST HEARING
ON PROPOSED WORK - 1911 ACT (Short
Form)
LOCATION: California Avenue from Vine
Avenue northerly.
Review Engineer's report. Hearing of
protests and objections to construction of curb, gutter and driveway approaches. Set
for hearing on this date by Resolution- No. 3719.
Mayor Krieger: Madam City Clerk do you have the affidavits relative to
the hearing?
City Clerk
Lela Preston: Yes, I do.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, and carried, that
Council receive and file the affidavit of posting and mailing.
(Mr. Fast, Public Service Director, orally presented the factual data of the Engineer's
report and mentioned the fact that the improvement is an assessment ar.ea:.whbre:.67%
of the area is already improved in such a fashion.)
Mayor Krieger: Any questions on the Public Services Director's report?
The chair will entertain a motion to receive and file this
report and confirm the statement of the amount of
existing improvements within this district.
So moved by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman
Gillum, and carried.
Mayor Krieger- Madam City Clerk have you received any written protests or
objections on this matter?
Lela Preston: No, I have not.
THE 'CHAIR ANNOUNCED THIS IS THE TIME AND PLACE IF THERE IS ANYONE PRESENT
THIS EVENING WHO WISHES TO MAKE AN ORAL PROTEST OR .ORAL OBJECTION TO THIS
PROPOSED ASSESSMENT.
IN OPPOSITION
None.
Motion by Councilman. Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, and carried, that
the public hearing for protests or objections is closed.
Mayor Krieger: Council Discussion? May we have the reading. of the heading
of the proposed Resolution?
RESOLUTION NO. 3742 The City Clerk presented:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
ADOPTED CITY OF WEST COVINA, INSTRUCTING THE
SUPERINTENDENT OF STREETS OF SAID CITY TO
TAKE CERTAIN ACTION WITH RESPECT TO
CONSTRUCTION OF CURB, GUTTER AND DRIVE -
WAY APPROACHES PURSUANT TO SECTIONS 5870
ET .SEQ OF THE STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE
OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA ON CALIFORNIA
AVENUE FROM VINE.AVENUE. NORTHERLY. "
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Mayor Krieger: Hearing no objections waive further reading of the body
of said Resolution.
Motion. by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, that the City
Council adopt said Resolution. Motion carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Gillum,
NOES: Councilman Nichols
ABSENT: None
PROJECT SP-67012
STREET IMPROVEMENT PROTEST
HEARING ON ASSESSMENT 1911
ACT (Short Form)
Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
Location: Evanwood.Avenue from Merced
.Avenue to 356.80 feet northerly.
Review Engineer's report. Hearing of
protests and objections to costs of
construction of curb, gutter and driveway
approaches and street improvement. Set for
hearing on this date by Resolution. No. 3718.
Mayor Krieger: Madam City Clerk do you have the affidavit of posting and
mailing relative to this hearing ?
Lela Preston: Yes I do have.
Motion by Council.man.Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, and carried, that
Council receive and file.
Mayor Krieger: Mr. Fast, as the Public Service Director do you have the
Engineer's report on this matter?
(Mr. Fast, verbally presented the report.)
Motion by Councilman. Gleckman, seconded by Councilman -Gillum,. and carried, that
Council receive and file the Engineer's report.
Mayor Krieger: Madam City Clerk have you received any written protests
or objections on this matter?
Lela Preston: No I have not.
THIS IS THE TIME AND PLACE. SET BY COUNCIL RESOLUTION TO RECEIVE ANY ORAL
PROTESTS OR OBJECTIONS ON PROJECT SP-67012.
IN OPPOSITION
, None.
• Motion by Councilman. Gleckman, seconded by Ccu ncilman.Nichols, and carried, that
there being no one present wishing to orally protest or. -object, that the public portion
of this hearing be closed.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION.
Councilman. Nichols: Mr. Aiassa - where is the sidewalk that is constructed
in connection with this project?
Mr. Aiassa: Mr. Fast -
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PROJECT SP-67012 - Continued
Mr. Fast: Merely on the north side of Merced, not on Evanwood.
Councilman Nichols: This $777. for sidewalk for a very small portion of sidewalk
that abutes one segment of property - doesn't that seem to
• be an exceptionally large sum of money for a small section
of sidewalk ?
Mayor Krieger: What is the sidewalk dimension on this project?
Mr. Fast: The actual amount was. $310. at 40� per square foot.
Councilman. Nichols: I .zee�.it, but I am confused by the $777 figure.
Mr. Fast: We had the total sidewalk bid at a unit price of 40� per
square foot but it was only built along Merced Avenue.
Mayor Krieger: Further discussion. on the report? Madam City Clerk -
the .Resolution please?
RESOLUTION NO. 3743 The City Clerk presented:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
ADOPTED CITY OF WEST COVINA CONFIRMING THE
REPORT OF THE STREET SUPERINTENDENT FOR
CONSTRUCTION DONE PURSUANT TO
RESOLUTION NO. 3684 ON EVANWOOD AVENUE
• BETWEEN MERCED AVENUE TO 356. 80 FEET
NORTHERLY. "
Mayor Krieger: Hearing no objections, waive further reading of the body of
said Resolution.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, that the City
Council adopt said Resolution. Motion carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Coun.cilmen.Gillum, Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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AMENDMENT NO. 86 Request to amend Section 9219. 12 of the
CITY INITIATED Municipal Code designating that the outdoor
sale of firewood is a permitted use in the
C-3 Zone, approved by Planning Commission
Resolution No. 2020,
Mayor Krieger: Madam City Clerk do you have the affidavit of publication
on this matter?
Lela Preston: Yes, I do.
Motion by Councilman Gillum, seconded by Councilman Gleckman, and carried, that
the Council receive and file the affidavit of publication.
(Mayor Krieger asked Mr. Menard, the Planning Director to read the Planning Commission
Resolution. No. 2020. Mr. Menard read the Resolution in full.)
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AMENDMENT NO. 86 - Continued
THE CHAIR ANNOUNCED TIME AND PLACE FOR THE PUBLIC HEARING ON AMENDMENT
NO. 86 - CITY INITIATED
IN FAVOR
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None.
IN OPPOSITION
None.
Motion by Councilman Gillum, seconded by Councilman Gleckman, and carried, that
the public portion of this hearing be closed.
COUNCIL DISCUSSION.
Councilman Gillum: I have a question - Mr.. Aiassa, what are we going to do
about the chicken wire. This Resolution by the Planning
Commission covers stacking, gravel, granite, hours, etc. ,
but I fear we are going to have the same condition as with the lights and chicken wire.
Mr. Aiassa- I believe Mr. Menard has a provision that if any of those
provisions are violated he has a penalty clause that he can
use to immediately abate the issue.
• Councilman Gillum- Well you have covered many areas but they have to have
someway of enclosing this area and we ended up with
chicken wire last time around.
Mayor Krieger -
How is that administered, Mr. Menard?
Mr. Menard- At the moment, contained within the Planning Commission
Resolution there is no requirement or no procedure as to
what kind of fencing would be placed around the side.
In regard to the removal of unsightly fencing, etc. , I would say offhand because it
is not mentioned in the Resolution it perhaps would once again be a problem. And
considering the problem we had before perhaps the Resolution should be amended
to take care of this item.
Mayor Krieger: Mr.. Wakefield, if the Council should consider the point
brought up by Mr. Gillum to include a requirement having
to do with fencing, would it be necessary to send this
Resolution back to the Planning Commission for further action on their part?
Mr. Wakefield- It would depend upon the extent Council may chose to
revise the proposal. Subsection #4 as submitted by the
Planning Commission requires that the owner of the
property leave the same in a neat and orderly condition and I would assume this would
• take in the removal of any fencing that might be put up.
Councilman Gillum: It wasn't the removal - everything was taken away after
the operation was over, but it was the appearance of it
while it was there. This is my concern. It seems to
cover all the other areas, but not that and I know it has to befenced.-..
Councilman. Nichols: Mr. Wakefield, we have Precise Plan requirements in the
City where if there is any type of construction - - in your
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AMENDMENT NO. 86 - Continued
opinion would the placing of a fence on the premises for the development of a use
authorized in a zone and where the fence would have to intrude into the ground and
be strongly erected, etc. , could that possibly come under the provisions requiring
them to submit a Precise Plan?
• 'Mr. Wakefield: A fence is generally regarded as a structure and I would
think under those circumstances it would fall within the
requirements of a Precise Plan. On the other hand this is
a temporary use not to exceed 90 days and whatever protective fencing is erected
'would seem to me have to be a very temporary type of fence which would result in the
type of problem Mr... Gillum has referred too. If the fencing is of a permanent type
at all it would come under the requirements of a Precise Plan, but if just a temporary
fence is erected in connection with the temporary use of the property than I would
think it would not.
Councilman Gleckman: I agree with Councilman. Nichols inference as far as
requesting or requiring a Precise Plan. We require a
Precise Plan for a parking lot. Whether it be temporary
or permanent and I am also upset about the idea of temporary signs because how
good of a temporary sign can a man put in a location if he is only there for 90 days, and
signs have been a thorn in not only our side, but in the side of every City, as to what
is good and what is bad. I am against this particular Resolution because it does not
provide such things. I think a Precise Plan should be required and should be approved
and what happens - Mr. Menard, if a man does not leave it in an orderly condition
• aft:er, he leaves?
Mr. Menard: I believe the same procedural would be utilized as is
presently being utilized on the Christmas Tree Lots -
a bond is required and if the facility is not left in a
neat and orderly fashion the bond is forfeited.
Councilman Gleckman: Is a bond required in this Resolution?
Mr. Menard: The temporary use procedure gives the City Clerk the
right to request the posting of a bond to make sure that
all stipulations within that section have been met. If
not, then the bond is forfeited to the City.
Mr. Aiassa: I believe this is only a policy of the City and not a
specific rule. I question whether it is specifically laid
out to where the City Clerk could require .....
Mayor Krieger: Mrs. Preston - do you as a matter of procedure require a
bond ?
Lela Preston: With the Christmas. Tree Lots we have done that for
several years.
• Councilman. Snyder: If we don't require a Precise Plan for Christmas. Tree lots
or Firework Stands, so I don't see how you can make
the restriction more on this than on tree lots which are a
temporary use.
Mayor Krieger: May I ask according to the interpretation that we contuyye.d
min, sometime back, this was one of the uses within
a C-3 - is that correct Mr.. Menard?
Mr. Menard: It was a determination of the Planning Commission that
there were uses in the C-3 zone such as the sale of the
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AMENDMENT NO. 86 Continued
outdoor lumber in a lumber yard.... .
Mayor Krieger: So as we stand this is the proper zone for this particular
use and now we come to the question whether or not we
put the applicant through the permit procedures or through
the Precise Plan procedures. Isn't that the alternative?
Mr. Menard: This seems to be the question.
Mayor Krieger: Alright, gentlemen - which of the two?
Councilman. Nichols: Mr. Mayor - I think there are some gays this could be
improved to solve the problem. I think in the first place
90 days is a very long terr1porary period for a temporary use
g s ceded J-h e
h
that cannot be regulated or corrected, and I think addition perhaps of one or
two words in this Resolution plus a modification of the period of 90 days to a lesser
period extendable, providing the applicant has met the requirements. I would toss
out as my suggestion that point No. 4 should read - "must be maintained and left in
a neat and orderly condition" and I would also suggest that the period be limited to a
30 day period with two extensions of 30 days each permissable.. I believe with the
addition of that wordage and the limitation of time, a much more effective control can
be placed on this type of usage without discriminating against this type of use as
compared to the other types of usage.
Councilman Snyder: Can a man afford to put gravel or granite down for 30 days?
• Councilman Nichols: I believe Dr. Snyder, that you didn't quite o Y Y gather the point
I was trying to make, or I didn't make myself clear evidently.
I think it should be for a 30 'day period subject to a renewal
up to two additional 30 day periods providing the individual has conformed to the
requirements.
Councilman Snyder: How is that different from a 90 day period?
Councilman. Nichols: Purely and simply that if he is not in conformance the City
will have the option at the end of 30 days to refuse to _renew
it.
Mayor Krieger: Mr. Wakefield - if the following language were added to the
Resolution would it be required to send it back to the Planning
Commission for further consideration: "A period not to exceed
30 days with 2 extensions of 30 days if in compliance with the conditions of the
permit. " And Item No. 1 - "the firewood should be neatly stacked, fenced and
delivered. " Item No. 4 "the site must be maintained and left.... " Would those
changes be such as to cause this matter to be referred back to the Planning
Commission?
Mr. Wakefield: No, Mr. Mayor, I think those conditions were the intent of
• the Planning Commission and you haven't changed the sub-
stance of the Ordinance. Those changes could be made by
Council and incorporated.
Councilman Gillum: I would go along with those changes, Mr. Mayor.
Councilman Snyder: I wouldn't go along with those conditions because I believe it
makes it too expensive.. You set up the conditions when you
put them in. C-3 and it is only because we weren't more
careful where we put our C-3 that this becomes a problem. I think you are making it
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AMENDMENT NO. 86 Continued
impossible with all these restrictions in here for anybody to sell firewood, In a 90
day period they can't get their money back
Councilman Gleckman.- My only comment to the Doctor is that this is
only true if they put it on bare ground and they
have to comply, but if gravel is already there
and the expense isn't there then I would go along with the changes recommended by
the other councilmen
Motion by Councilman Nichols that the Resolution be amended as follows.- Item 1
should read - "all firewood should be neatly stacked and delivered to a fenced
site in such condition as to require no additional, cutting, splitting or sawing". I
would further amend the Resolution to include in point No, 4 the words - "the site
must be maintained and left in a neat and orderly condition". And finally, further
amend the Resolution to establish the use with a 30 day limitation subject to not more
than two 30 day extensions providing the conditions of the original use permit shall
have been met. Motion seconded by Councilman. Gillum.
Mayor Krieger: It has been moved and seconded to amend the proposed
Resolution, roll call vote, please.
Motion carried on roll call vote as follows.-
AYES.- Councilmen Gillum,. Nichols, Gleckman, Mayor Krieger
NOES.- Councilman Snyder
ABSENT.- None
Councilman Snyder.- I vote "no" with the statement that it really doesn't ma tter
because all the sales tax revenue will go to the surrounding
cities for the firewood. . They won't be able to sell. it here
Motion by Councilman Nichols, seconded by Councilman Gillum, that the Council
adopt Resolution No. 2020 as amended. Motion carried on roll call vote as follows.-
AYES.- Councilmen Gillum,
NOES.- Councilman: Snyder
ABSENT.- None
HUMAN RELATIONS COMMISSION
Nichols, Gleckman, Mayor Krieger
REVIEW MINUTES OF Motion by Councilman. Gleckman, seconded by
DECEMBER 28, 1967 Councilman, Nichols, and carried, that the
minutes of the Human Relations Commission
dated December 28, 1967, be received and
filed
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• ORAL COMMUNICATIONS.,
None
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS LETTER CONCERNING COUNTY ROUTE MARKER PROGRAM
Motion by Councilman Nichols, seconded by Councilman Gillum, that .this item be
referred to staff for a report.
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WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - County Route Marker Program - Cortinued
Councilman Gleckman- Has anybody investigated the conditions of the widening of
Azusa Avenue on the way to the Freeway, it is widened from
the freeway to Covina Road as suggested here, and it is
being widened all the way down Valley Boulevard and over, but from that point to the
Freeway there doesn't seem to be any action, any construction, etc. I don't know
if that: is .Industry, La Puente or the County, but: if it is in the County I wish some-
body would let the Board of Supervisors know about it. (Agreed.)
Mayor Krieger- It has been moved, and seconded that this matter be
referred to staff for a report. Are there any further comments?
So ordered.
LETTER FROM BOARD OF SUPERVISORS REGARDING RESOLUTION
PERTAINING TO PENALTIES FOR USE OF DRUGS
Motion by Councilman.Gleckman, seconded by Councilman. Gillum, and carried, that
this Resolution be received and filed.
CITY ATTORNEY
ORDINANCE INTRODUCTION The City Attorney presented. -
TRUCK ROUTES "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WEST COVINA RELATING TO TRUCK
ROUTES. "
Motion by Councilman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Gl.eckman, and carried, that
Council waive further reading of the body of said Ordinance.
Motion by Councilman Gleckm.ano, s:e.conded by Councilman Snyder, and carried, that
said Ordinance be introduced,
ORDINANCE INTRODUCTION The City Attorney presented.
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WEST COVINA RELATING TO ZONING
AND PRESCRIBING THE PROCEDURE FOR AND
THE CONDITIONS UPON THE ISSUANCE OF
UNCLASSIFIED USE PERMITS. "
Motion by. Councilman.Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Nichols, and carried,
that Council waive further reading of the body of said Ordinance
Motion by Councilman.Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Nichols, and carried,
that Council introduce said Ordinance.
ORDINANCE NO, 1027 The City Attorney presented.
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
ADOPTED CITY OF WEST COVINA AMENDING THE WEST
COVINA MUNICIPAL CODE. SO AS TO REZONE
CERTAIN PREMISES. (Zone Change No. 385 -
City Initiated.)
Motion. by, Councilmam.Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, and carried, that
Council waive further reading of the body of said Ordinance
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ORDINANCE NO. 1027 Continued
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, that Council
adopt said Ordinance. Motion carried on roll call as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Gillum, Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
RESOLUTION NO, 3744 The City Attorney presented:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
ADOPTED CITY OF WEST COVINA GRANT I NG-A "VARIANCE.
(Varie:nce N.b.';:609._.=:.Der :Wiener. ohhitzel.'<:).;
Mayor Krieger: Hearing no objection, waive further reading of the body of
said Resolution.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman. Nichols, that the City
Council adopt said Resolution. Motion carried on roll call vote as follows:
AYES: Councilmen. Nichols, Gleckman, Mayor Krieger
NOES: Councilmen Gillum, Snyder
ABSENT: None
Councilman Gillum: I would like to state that consistent with my opposition on
.this item, I have voted "no."
RENEWAL OF FRANCHISE
AZUSA VALLEY WATER COMPANY
Mr. Wakefield, Mr. Mayor and members of the Council, this was included
on the agenda on the expectation the Water Company would
have filed its application for a new Franchise to sell
water within the City and use certain streets within the City. The Water Company
was not able to complete its application in time to be included tonight but we expect
it will be before you by the next regular meeting.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, and carried, that
Council hold this item over until the next regular meeting on February 26th.
THE :CHAIR D ECLARED A RECESS AT 8: 55 P.M.
CITY MANAGER
ACTION ITEMS
EXTENSION OF RETIREMENT - SEARS HEADLEY
COUNCIL RECONVENED AT 9. 05 P.M.
Mr. Ai.assa: Mr. Mayor - one change in the recommendation. Instead of
just having Mr. Headley go to his doctor I would like to have
him examined by a doctor that the City staff approves.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman. Gillum, and carried, that
Council approve IMr. Sears Headley° s request for one year extension of his retirement
date subject to a satisfactory medical report.
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CITY MANAGER - ACTION ITEMS - Continued
POWER OF ATTORNEY FROM QUEEN OF THE VALLEY" HOSPITAL
Mr. Aiassa, This is with reference to the little house on the corner of
Merced and Sunset and the Queen of the Valley Hospital
would like to have it burned and gave me the order to
• proceed.
Motion. by Councilman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Gillum, and carried, that
Council approve the burning down of the house at the corner of Merced and Sunset
as per the request from the Queen of the Valley Hospital, and that the authority to
do so be granted to staff.
CORTEZ PARK PARKING LOT LAND ACQUISITION
Mayor Krieger, Mr. Aiassa .is there anything further to add to the report of
February 9, 1968.
Mr. Aiassa: No. This is the procedure discussed during the budget and
we would now like to give the City Attorney the "go ahead"
to proceed.
Mayor Krieger, Without reference to dollars and cents, is there further
question on this particular --,matter? A motion would be in
order.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, and carried,
that the City Attorney be authorized to initiate the legal steps necessary for
condemnation of 1.55 acres immediately northerly of Cortez Park for public parking
purposes and the City Manager be authorized to negotiate with property owners
within the scope of the cost appraisal reference in the report of 2-9-68 and attempt
to acquire the property without. condemnation.
VINE AVENUE. SIDEWALK CONSTRUCTION
Mayor Krieger, Is there anything further to add to this report, Mr..Aiassa?
Mr. Aiassa, No
Councilman Nichols-, 1. would like to ask the staff to explain an aspect of this
type of installation. As I recall the property owner's
petition included words to the effect that there was a great
deal of time and money that had been invested in the landscaping and improvements
where the sidewalk was to go and this was one of the objections. Mr. Aiassa - what
procedures are undertaken to restore property where a sidewalk goes through an
extensively landscaped area?
Mr. Aiassa, We do try and bring the land within reason to the sidewalk
grade. It is rather hard to replace all plants but generally
we try to restore as much of the existing landscaping as
possible. On Valinda and also on Lark Ellen they were reasonably replaced. We try
to restore sprinkler systems if it is necessary to destroy them; we try and replace
vines, shrubs, etc.
Councilman Nichols, This particular area is a relatively flat area. For my own
information let's say that someone has a tree planted in the
public right of way --but it is part of their landscaping and
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CITY MANAGER - Vine Avenue Sidewalk Construction. - Continued
the sidewalk is going to go through that area, as a matter of procedure is the tree
lost to that; property owner?
Mro . Aia s sa - It depends on the size of the tree
Councilman Nichols- I don't want to quibble about whether the tree is big
enough or small enough, I want to know if there is a sincere
effort made to salvage and save elements of landscaping
that can be done at no great cost to the City?
Mr. Aiassa- Yes, In the areas where we have had to put sidewalks in
we have had very minor complaints and you will have
certain cases of complaints whenever you put sidewalks in.
Sidewalks do cause problems
Councilman Snyder- It doesn't say anything in the recommendation about what
priority ?
Mayor Krieger- This is a high priority item - can you further describe how
high a priority item?
Mr. Fast: As the .Council recalls, the sidewalk program budget for this
year was cut considerably and this sidewalk area remained
on the list if any funds were available and we did check with
the school district and it is a very high priority item, I don't know if you can say how
high, but we feel if funds are available it should be done
Motion by Councilman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Gleckman, and carried,
that the City Council reaffirm its earlier decision to construct the sidewalk as
funds are available
HIRING OF RIGHT-OF-WAY APPRAISER FOR BARRANCA STREET
l:MPROVEMENT PROTECT _
Motion. by Councilman Gleckm.an, seconded by Counc.ilm.an.Gillum, that the City
Council authorize $ 500 o for appraisal purposes in connection with the Barranca
Street Project AD 1-67. Motion carried on roll call. as follows.
AYES. Councilmen Gillum,. Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder., Mayor Krieger
NOES- None
ABSENT- None
SWIMMING POOL AGREEMENT AND SITE LOCATION
Mayor Krieger- The attached letter from Mr„ Eastman, the proposed agreement
and proposed location map - all pertaining to the Swimming
Pool. are before you, I notice Mr. . Gingrich, Director of
Recreation & Parks is with use Have you brought us the latest report from the
Board of Education meeting tonight Mr. o Gingrich ?
Mr. Gingrich- Earlier this evening I attended the Board meeting of the
West Covina Unified School District at: which time a final
motion ratified the agreement which you have before you
tonight: and approved the preliminary site plans and gave approval in the approximate
amount of $26000: for a laundry room which the school would like to have installed
as a part of the Swimming Pool complex, This was the final motion of the School
Board with one member being absent
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CITY MANAGER - SWIMMING POOL AGREEMENT - Continued
Mayor Krieger.- Thank you Mr. Gingrich,. Anything further to add, Mr. Aiassa?
Mro, Aiassa- We do have the plot plan which I think should be attached as
Exhibit A
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Councilman Gillum- Mr. Aiassa, as I understand from Mr. Gingrich, the
School Board approved a certain amount of funds for the
laundry room and other than the property being made available
for the pool, are they going or has it: been discussed - for them to participate in any
other way financially on this program?
Mr. Aiassa- I have talked to Mr. Thyberg and subject to the bids on their
new addition - if they have any funds left after their bids
are received on their new addition - they may. Also if we
can get some cost estimates, which we have not completed as yet, we would like
to bring these before the Council on the 19th. We have made an overture to the
School for participation.
Mayor° Krieger- Mr. Wakefield - in the proposed agreement on Page 2, sub-
paragraph B and subparagraph C at the top of the page the
words are "in session between September 15 and June 15"
and then in C it talks about"from and too". Was there some reason why the same
language was not used?
Mr.. Wakefield. No, Mr. Mayor, except when we came to "except specific
hours" it just didn't seem grammatically correct to use the
word "from" rather, than "between" in paragraph B
Mayor Krieger- Do you think it would be ungrammatical in. C to use the same
language ... I was concerned about the interpretation of
"from to" being between two dates rather than inclusive of
two dates
Mr. Wakefield- The problem we were trying to cover in B was that on
Saturday and Sunday for example, the Swimming Pool. would be
reserved for the exclusive use of the City, so we were trying
to tie it down in that paragraph'to the days upon which school was actually not in
session. So it: was the time schools. are not in session between September 15th and
June 15th and in subparagraph C the: District was reserving the use of the pool between
certain hours during the months between September 15th Ao'June 15th when the school
was in session. I think it would be possible to use the same words.
Mayor Krieger- It just seemed to me at least: an acute question as to
whether or not the dates September 15th was between
September 15th and June .15th or whether .it would not start on
September 16th as beirig between September 15th and June 15th.
Councilman. Nichols. Let me add, Mr. Mayor -- I think these dates can only be
• nominal. anyway because for instance there are years when
schools are in session by September 12th and I am quite sure
the Citywould terminate its Y11 Y
program by a few day�and I am sure there are years
when the reversal would be true
Mayor Krieger: One question that did bother me of substance. The comparison
between paragraphs 13 and 14. We have a reimbursement
arrangement if the District terminated the agreement upon
notice, but: we have no counterpart; if the City terminates the agreement upon notice., I
appreciate it would set in motion a reimbursement to the City in, the event the City
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CITY MANAGER - SWIMMING TOOL AGREEMENT - Continued
has caused to occur, but what was the rationale behind this if the District terminates
that. the City would not be entitled to reimbursement?
• Councilman Gleckmano I am not an attorney, but if you will, look
further down the paragraph it says - if the City
and District didn't agree - I am sure if the City
wanted to close it: and the District didn't: want to close it; that would apply right there,
Mayor Krieger, I am comparing paragraph 13 which starts with the words -
"if the District terminates the agreement upon notice. . . . . "
and then goes on to talk about how the price.would..be agreed
upon., etc. , and then paragraph 14 starts with the language - "if the City terminates
the agreement..... " and then talks nothing about reimbursement.
Councilman Gleckmano We can't force upon the School District a usage that we would
expect to get paid for and that is exactly what: we are saying
if we say that if the City puts it on their grounds and the City
terminates it they should pay us - why then it might be profitable for us to close the
swimming pool.
Councilman Snyder: We can't get them to sign it in advance
Mayor Krieger: If the point was considered and discussed then I understand
it, but the question is to make sure this was a negotiated
point.
Mr. Wakefield: This was a point discussed at the meeting we had with the
representatives of the School District and it all resolved
down to the question of the City having erected, an improve-
ment on the- School District property and if the City ..elected to walk away from it
then it should be the property of the School District. It seemed like the City was not
in a position to expect the School District to compensate it for a portion of the cost
of the improvement anytimo the City desired to elect to terminate the agreement.
It was just.a matter of equity so far as the School District was concerned.
Councilman Snyder: But as a matter of equity doesn't that give them the greatest
possible bargaining power if at some future date there is
some portion of this agreement that is so disagreeable to
the City that we would like to terminate - we have no.... .
Mayor Krieger: I think. Dr„ Snyder's point has some validity to it - if there
was a disagreement in either the terms of the agreement or
the interpretation of the agreement, the District can always
say - "fine we can cancel it, and you can pay a.ridAhen walk.. away from it." The City
cannot say "that's fine,, etc. , " because we are not going to get paid if we doe
Councilman Snyder: That is an unfair advantage.
• Mr. Wakefield: That was another point that was considered and as a result
of that discussion we added the paragraph on page 3 in the
center just before paragraph 12 - that relates to the di.st:ri-
bution and cost of maintenance, etc. , as between the City and the District.
We specifically created in that paragraph to provide for a review of the f<ormu'la of
distribution costs provided for so if it turned out to be inequitable the parties
themselves would be forced to take a look at it and do something about it short of
terminating.
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CITY MANAGER - SWIMMING POOL AGREEMENT - Continued
Councilman Snyder, But you are assuming that everybody is always going to be
reasonable men here and that doesn't always happen.
Councilman Nichols- It is my opinion that the entire agreement is predicated
upon good faith. I. don't think it is workable in its en-
tirety, , if it is predicated at anytime upon bad faith and no
cooperation, consequently it is relatively immaterial in my opinion as to what might
happen under adverse conditions because the whole thing is going to fall to pieces,
unless we have ;that cooperation. I think when we agreed and discussed this
originally to place this facility on School District property we all. recognized it was
an action based on good faith and jurisdictional cooperation.
Councilman Snyder- It seems to me if. it is predicated on good faith on both sides
then there should be no objection on the School District's
part in agreeing to paying for the pool because of disagree-
ment and the City desires to terminate.
Mr. Wakefield- That question was considered I think from the standpoint
of the iSchool District primarily in the sense that it would be
a citizens offer which the School District would have no
control and also the District might not have the means to reimburse the City at the
time and under the conditions underwhich the City elected to terminate the agreement
Mayor Krieger- It certainly could be a unilateral act over which the School
District would have no control. Is there further Council
• discussion on this matter? We have a recommendation in
two parts; the first having to do with the agreement and the second, having to do
with the .location. Let's take Item No. 1 first.
Motion, by Councilman Gillum, seconded by Councilman. Gleckman, that the City
Council approve the agreement between the City of West Covina and the West Covina
Unified School. District for the purpose of constructing a swimming pool at the
Edgewood High. School and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to execute
same. Motion carried on roll call as follows-
AYES- Councilmen Gillum, Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
NOES- None
ABSENT- None
Motion by Councilman: Gillum, seconded by Councilman Gleckman, that the. City
Council approve the location of the swimming pool at Edgewood High. School as
described on plot plan prepared by K.isner, Wright & Wright - and identified as
Exhibit A. Motion carried, all were in favor.
Mayor Krieger- Mr. Aiassa - I am sure that the Council is deeply indebted
to you and Mr. Wakefield and the Recreation & Park Director
and staff, for your work in negotiating this agreement and
bringing it to the Council
WATER. CONSULTANT STATEMENT OF 1/6/68
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Snyder, that Council
authorize payment in the amount of $520. as referred to in the statement of January
6, 196.8. Motion carried on roll call vote as follows-
AYES- Councilmen Gillum, Nichols, Snyder, Gleckman, Mayor Krieger
NOES- None
ABSENT- None
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CITY MANAGER INFORMATION .ITEMS
PROPOSED PARKING DISTRICT I
Mayor Krieger: Is there anything to add to this report Mr. . Aiassa?
Mr.. Aiassa.- Yes. . I would like to ask the Council to endorse this with
their support so when we do send the notices out we will
have the council ° s blessing.
Motion by Councilman Nichols, seconded by Councilman. Snyder, that the City
Manager be authorized to conduct such meetings with the property owners as he
may desire to further explore the matter of the proposed Parking Elstrict I.
Mayor Krieger: It has been -moved and seconded, are there any objections?
Hearing- none; it is so ordered.
SISTER CITY FOUNDATION FINANCIAL REPORTS
FEBRUARY, 1967 THROUGH JANUARY, 1968
Motion by Councilman_Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, and carried, that
• the Council receive and file the Sister City Foundation financial Reports
Councilman Nichols: Mr. Mayor, I think these reports are quite nicely prepared.
Much more adequate than we have received at other times
for expenditures of public money, and I would like the record
to reflect my appreciation and I am sure, that of the Council, for the legibility of the
reports.
Mayor Krieger: Thank you. Hearing no objection to receive and file with our
appreciation, it is so ordered.
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COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS
SAN GABRIEL VALLEY HUMANE SOCIETY SERVICE
Mayor Krieger: We have before us the report of February 5, 1968, also a
previous report dated December 22, 1967 and the Council
received a letter signed by homeowners and residents
dated January 15., 1968. Is there anything additional to add -• Mr. .Aiassa ?
Mr. Aiassa. No
Councilman Nichols. It is of interest to me to note that the number of dogs
handled in West Covina from 1964 on, have been fairly
steady, there has been no increase at all.
I am satisfied with the report and I don't desire anything more. It would appear
we are getting as adequate a service as we could expect
Mayor Krieger: I was particularly struck with the Cities that are getting
service from the County Pound - there seemed to be three
cities not satisfied with the service received from the
County Pound. . Is there further discussion on this matter?
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COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS - San Gabriel Valley Humane Societ.v Service Continued
Councilman. Snyder- Is the County Pound Service paid, out of the General Tax
Fund or is that a direct. cost?
Mr. Aiassa- Direct cost.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Nichols, and carried,
that: Council receive and file.
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UPPER SAN GABRIEL VALLEY MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT
RESOLUTION RE. ADDITIONAL FINANCING FOR STATE WATER PROTECT
Councilman Gillum- I am personally opposed to what is being done here but un-
fortunately it is a necessary evil in order to proceed with
this program. I don't like the way it is being handled and
I spoke to Mr. . Aiassa and I won't say whether we should or should not, but it is a
necessary evil and I would hope that the Council would feel that they could
support the Resolution. To quote you Mr. Mayor, when you first got into an
investigation of MWD - the night you gave your report to the. Council you said -
it was the lesser of the three evils, and I feel the same with this. I don't agree
with this approach to it, it is fine to borrow the money but I really don't have any
assurance it will be repaid with interest. It says this and I have seen this
happen in past years by different governmental agencies but this is a needed revenue
to continue to work on the water program and I would recommend it to the Council on
that basis.
Councilman. Snyder- Since you can always go this method why not try the bond
issue first? I don't know what the policy is regarding
Tideland oil and gas revenue in the past but it seems to me
you may be avoiding an unpleasant bond issue and you could still go to the bond
issue if this fails.
Motion by Counc.ilman.Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Snyder, and carried, that:
Council receive and file the report.
AZUSA, AVENUE OFF -RAMP TRAFFIC FLOW
Motion by Councilman. Nichols, seconded=by__Co_uncilman Gillum, and carried, that
Council hold this item over, to 2-26-,68 referring it to the Traffic Committee for a
report.
PETER SCHABARUM LETTER RE. WARNING CITATIONS
Mayor Krieger- We have a letter from Mr.. Schabarum on this matter. Do you
have anything further to add, Mr. Aiassa ? There is a
request to hold over to 2/26/68.
Mr. Aiassao The only thing I wanted to do is make a survey and see how
many other cities are doing this after receiving the letter
from Mro. Schabarum and as he stated he might like to
promote legislation that would permit: this kind of thing
Councilman Snyder; Mr. . Schabarum also states though that there is nothing
specifically in the law which allows the issue of warning
notices but it. doesn't. -say anything that doesn't allow it and
he further says some cities are doing it and the Highway Patrol is doing it. I would
have to ask the City Attorney - does this make it permissive?
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COUNCIL REQUEST ITEMS - Warning Citations - Continued
Mr. Wakefield- I don't know of any provisions of law which authorizes
warning citations.
Councilman Snyder- Yes but it doesn't prohibit it.
Mr. Wakefield-, That is true but then you get in the difficult policy area of
if a man is required to have two lights on his car and he
only has one he has violated the law and you issue a warning
citation. Under those circumstances do you issue a warning citation or do you site
him for violation of the law and then when he has corrected the deficiency he comes
back on the citation case and at that time he should be dismissed. I think that is
actually the practice
Councilman Snyder. No, the practice of the Highway Patrol is they have a card
on the bottom of the warning citation which may be signed
and mailed in by any Police Officer, You don't have to appear
before the Judge to show correction. It seems to me the Traffic Courts are over-
loaded now and to further overload them by appearing before a judge for something like
this is not only an irritation but unnecessary. Again all I am asking is an
interpretation of the law, and since it does not specifically allow it and it: doesn't
say it: prohibits it. Our directive to the City staff was to prepare such a warning
ticket and it seems to me unless that directive is changed and specifically prohibited
by State Law then they haven't followed our directive
Mr. Wakefield. Perhaps I didn't make myself clear. . I will back up a step - -
• the Vehicle Code requires certain kinds of equipment on a car
and it is a dismeanor not to have it and if the driver or owner
has his equipment defective in anyway then he has violated the law and the duty of
the Police Officer is to issue a citation of that violation. Now he can't do less than
that.
Councilman Snyder- But then how does the Highway Department do it?
Mr. Wakefield- I don't know, but I will be glad to check into that aspect of
it.
Councilman Gleckman- May I suggest that we hold this over until the 26t.h and have
the City Attorney check into that aspect of it.
Councilman Snyder. I would specifically like to know - No. l- if as
Mr. Schabarum says there is nothing in the law which per-
mits this but also there is nothing in the law which prohibits
it and some cities are doing it and I know for a fact the Highway Patrol does it - and
the intent of law under traffic enforcement is not to raise revenue for our Court System
but to enforce traffic safety and if a man leaves home and his tail light goes out and
he doesn't know it, it doesn't seem right that he should have to get a citation and
go before the judge to prove that he tail light has been fixed, if he could use the _
card system as the Highway Patrol does.
Councilman. Gillum- May I ask a question of Mr. Wakefield? Suppose we were
to go to this procedure and issue a warning citation for: -
something considered defective under the law and this
individual were to go into another City and because of this defect would cause an
accident and kill someone - would this City be liable in anyway for having issued a
warning ?
Mr. . Wakefield- No. .The City would not have any liability simply by virtue
of the fact that we had issued a warning, As a matter, of
policy I would pr2�ably agree with Dr. Snyder's position,
REG. C.C. 2-13-68
Page Twenty ---nine
COINCII REQtUE ' . EMS - Warning Citations Continued—,
on the other hand if this is to be done then the provisions of the Vehicle Code should
be amended specifically to authorize that it be done so we have a uniform pattern of
equal enforcement and if the Highway Patrol is now doing it one way and some cities
the same way, then I frankly feel this is a matter for legislative attention to
straighten out the procedure in whatever way the policy directive would be done. I
dial check the procedure and found out there was no directive that it: should be done
or could not be done but I didn't evidently check further as to the Highway Patrol
pros 'dur. e o I checked with the Attorney General's office and they had agreed
basically with this conclu-si�.on that there was no authority in the law to issue a
warning citation. I think Dr. Snyder it does require some additional checking
Councilman Snyder, If by the 26th there is a directive by this Council, unless
at this time they would like to change it - the directive
before to staff was to issue warning tickets unless it was
illegal and the statement before was that this might be illegal, but my inference
from this letter is that is it in fact not illegal for us.. I agree with the fact that the
legislative intent should be changed too, but I don't know why we can't: go ahead
and start OM own warning citations
Mr. Wakefield, Well this gets back basically to the Vehicle Code in which
the legislature has preempted the field of motor vehicles
and traffic upon our streets and highways and there is no
rule for the exercise of the City's police of this particular area. If this were not
the case the City then could obviously have the authority to adopt a police,power
ordinance.
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Councilman. Snyder, Then why does the. City have their own police force?
Mayor Krieger, I think one of the problems that Mr. Wakefield doesn't
have knowledge of is that this has had a tortured history
with. this Council. . I think there was a breakdown of staff
communication to us on this subject matter, exploration and investigation before
this Council took a policy stand on it. I think we are first being faced with factors
not brought to our attention when we originally took our policy position in this
matter.. The only thing I would like to see ist:he full picture and all of the material
that: has been brought up tonight and all the previous material brought to us on the
26th so that this Council can take a position, either consistent with its prior policy
or revising its prior policy, and not be left in a vacuum as far as where we are
going to go with this o
Councilman. Nichols: We were told that the City of Covina issued such citations,
that the Highway Patrol issued such citations and we have
been given an opinion by our City Attorney which in effect
says that we are not legally authorized to do so and.it is my interpretation that in
fact if we are not: legally authorized to do so it is illegal to do it under our
constitution in California, so if we have things going on that are either legal or
illegal I would move therefore that this matter be held over to the next regular
council meeting and that in the interim the City Attorney be directed to further
explore this matter so he can give further advice to the Council regardi.ng the
legality or illegality of these warning devices, Motion seconded by Councilman
Gillum.
Councilman Snyder, One statement: - I am not suggesting we do anything
illegal, I am only suggesting here is one place where we
have a little chance to apply home rule, that: we talk, so
much about and unless it is specifically illegal I would like to see it exercised,
so that: we do some "home rule" o This is one area the State evidently forgot to
preempt.
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COUNCIL. REQUEST ITEMS — Warning Citations Continued
Mayor Krieger-, It has been moved and seconded that this item be held
over to the next regular meeting February 26th, are
there any objections? So ordered.
CITY CLERK
REQUEST OF CRIPPLED CHILDREN'S SOCIETY TO PLACE COIN
CONTAINERS DURING EASTER SEAL CAMPAIGN FROM 3-1 to 4-14-68.
Mayor Krieger. Madam City Clerk was this done last year?
Lela Preston-, Yes, Mr. Mayor.
Motion by Councilman Nichols, seconded by Councilman. Gillum, and carried, that
the Council grant permission to the. Crippled Chi ldren's Society to place coin con-
tainers in the. City of West Covina during Easter Seal campaign from 3-1 to 4-14-68.
REQUEST OF GIRL. SCOUT COUNCIL TO PERMIT COOKIE SALE FROM APRIL 19
TO MAY 16, 1968.
Motion.:'by...C.ouncilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, and carried, that
Council grant permission to the Girl Scout.:Council and waive license to permit
cookie sale from April 19 to May 16, 1968.
ABC APPLICATION FOR TRANSFER OF OFF -SALE. GENERAL LICENSE
FRANK'S LIQUOR, 602 So, Sunset Avenue
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, and carried, that
there be no protest on this application.
CITY' TREASURER
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MAYOR.' S REPORTS
RESOLUTION NO. 3745 The City Clerk presented:
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
ADOPTED CITY OF WEST COVINA COMMENDING
PAUL.McCANN FOR HIS SERVICES TO THE CITY
OF WEST COVINA. "
Mayor Krieger: Hearing no objectionswaive further reading of the body of
said Resolution.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, that the City
Council adopt said Resolution, Motion carried on roll call as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Gillum,. Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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MAYOR'S REPORTS - Continued
RESOLUTION NO. 3746
ADOPTED
Mayor Krieger:
The City Clerk presented,
"A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF WEST COVINA COMMENDING
DEXTER LEWIS FOR HIS SERVICES TO THE
CITY OF WEST COVINA. "
Hearing no objection waive further reading of the body of
said Resolution.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, that the City
Council adopt said Resolution. Motion carried on roll call as follows:
AYES; Councilmen Gillum,
NOES, None
ABSENT, None
PROCLAMATIONS,
NURSERY EDUCATION WEEK
March-3 to 9, 1968
Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
Mayor Krieger: Unless Council objects we will proclaim Nursery
Education Week from March 3 to 9, 1968.
No objections. So proclaimed.
NATIONAL ELECTRICAL WEEK
February 11 to 17, 1968
Mayor Krieger,
BLUE RIBBON PROGRAM
Unless Council objects we will proclaim National
Electrical Week from February 11 to 17, 1968.
No objections. So proclaimed.
Mayor Krieger, Mr. Windsor did an excellent job in providing a summary
of the work of the Blue Ribbon Committees during the past
year and together with a letter prepared by Mr. Aiassa
it was submitted for a Municipal Achievement_Award and we hope favorable con-
sideration will be given to this application.
In looking through the material, and I assume each
member of the Council has received photocopies of it, there are three Blue Ribbon
Committees that are still unfilled as far as work programs are concerned. We have
Municipal Services with Mr.. Gillum, we have Recreation & Park with Mr... Gleckman,
and then we have the last three and not necessarily the least important, but the last
three of the total sixteen Comm ittees, Capital Improvements Program,. Traffic Flow
& Circulation, Vehicle, Bicycle, & Pedestrian Safety Committee. . I wanted to dis-
cuss this with the Council tonight to see if the Council desired to activate any of
these Committees before we close the program out for this councilmatic term.
The vote of the council at the last poll indicated the next in order was Capital
Improvements followed by Traffic Flow, and then Vehicle, Bicycle,. Pedestrian.
I would put the question to the Council particularly-.-in.view:of..the .fact that we, -do
have this. Traffic Consultant that is working on the business of traffic flow, whether
or not the Council would wish to activate this. Traffic Flow, Circulation Committee at
this time.
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BLUE RIBBON PROGRAM - Continued
Councilman Gleckman: Mr.. Mayor, can you give us some idea as to the action
and recommendations this particular committee might
have that would go with Walnut Creek Parkway - that is
as to implementing and recommending ways to get it accomplished. Did you have
• that in mind?
Mayor Krieger: Yes, we have a number of reports from the past by
various organizations including a. Citizens Committee,
going back to 1957 as I remember, and more lately the
Chamber of Commerce. I think what we found in these Blue Ribbon. Committees is a
vehicle for tying these things together and perhaps getting some pattern established
for the Council to consider and the timeliness of it certainly suggested itself because
of the Traffic Consultant.
Councilman Gleckman: I would like to go along with that as far as recommending
it be , ;activated.
Councilman Nichols: I have two feelings on this. One is general, and one is
personal. General - I would hope that any of the Blue
Ribbon activities that would be activated or continued
between.now and election would not become a political personal football in anyway
in the Community. The second thought - I am the only member of the Council that
will be in fact engaged in a political campaign in the coming weeks and I would be a
little bit reticent to also be•working in any of the Committee areas that might
bring upon the Council accusations of political activity and involvement where I
• would in fact not be intending to bring such activity. I don't know if I have made
myself clear.
Mayor. Krieger: Directing ourselves to the concept rather than to the
personal - - how about the idea of this Traffic Flow,
Circulation. I really did not intend to ask you Councilman
Nichols to act as Council liaison. Is the Council agreeable to this?
Councilman Nichols: What would be the timing in your judgment on this ?
Is this something that could be completed before the present
Councils' term of office is completed?
Mayor Krieger: We have in effect 2 months and so necessarily" there. would
have to be some carryover. But perhaps the only problem
would be in the liaison because by elimination either.
Councilman Snyder or myself would have to serve as Council liaison to this. Committee.
I don't think the Council liaison is such that it would cause such a disruption.if there
was a different liaison.
Councilman. Gleckman: I would have no objection to Dr. Snyder or Mayor Krieger.;
serving as liaison to this Committee. In. fact I think it is
awful nice of them to volunteer.
Councilman•. Snyder: The liaison is usually to get it started and then any new
councilman could take it over as liaison.
Councilman. Gillum: I think with this Traffic study this would fit in quite well.
I know it is not possible to have all these programs
completed within this term, but I would prefer to have it
started now and hopefully completed within the next 2 months. This one particularly..
Mayor Krieger: I gather that the concensus of Council then is to bring into
creation the Traffic Fiow Committee which we will do and
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BLUE RIBBON PROGRAM - Continued
I will discuss it with Councilman Snyder. That will mean that either all Committees
have been brought into existence or completed their work except for the Capital
Improvements Committee, and Vehicle, Bicycle and Pedestrian.
Mayor Krieger: I receive a letter from the office of the Mayor of the City
of. Los -Angeles indicating that the City of Los Angeles
intends to bid for the 1976 Olympic Games. I didn't know
of any plan by the City of West Covina to draw those games, so I didn't think it was
a conflict of interest. The Mayor of Los Angeles requests our cooperation and in
fact asks the Mayor of the City of West Covina to serve on a.Committee to support
the bid. Does the Council wish to join with the City of Los Angeles intrying to
secure the bid for the 1976 Olympic Games?
So moved and further recommended that the Mayor be authorized to serve on such a
Committee, by Councilman Snyder, seconded by Councilman Gillum, and carried.
Mayor Krieger: I read the synopsis of the Work Shop Session on January
31, 1968, having to do with the Planning Commission
meeting with the Planning consultants. I thought this
was a very fruitful meeting and I know the Council is going to be extremely interested
in getting this material both from the staff, the City Attorney, and the Planning
Is Commission, as follow-up.. It is a very exciting subject.
We have a letter from Calveras County Fair Jubilee -
aski.ng do we wish to enter a frog. I's there any interest. - - I have nothing
further .
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Councilman Gillum: Two things. One, the Blue Ribbon Committee is being
formed on Municipal Services. We are having an
orientation meeting at 7:30 p.m. next Thursday.
I think we had 18 people that have returned cards stating they wanted to participate
in this.
As I mentioned last time I am goingto participate in
the Mobile: Economy. Run and I would like the Council to authorize the Mayor to
contact by letter the 14yors of the cities we are going to stop at overnight, as we
did last year, and I would like to have the approval of the Council to conduct the
same greeting as I did last year.
Mayor Krieger: Does the Council have any objection? There being no
objections, such a letter will be prepared for the Mayor's
signature.
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Councilman Snyder: Sometime ago when we adopted the new license ordinance
we directed the staff to come back with a fee arrangement
for contractors. Is that about ready?
Mr. Aiassa: Yes we are meeting with the representatives.
Councilman Snyder: So that this. Council might be able to vote on it?
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COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Mr. Aiassa: We are setting it up _next week with the Contractors'
Association.
Councilman Snyder: I would like to see that program ready for vote by this
April.
Mr. Aiassa: We will have it ready for March.
Councilman Snyder: The League of California Cities is also interested in it.
.And I would like to see the information here before
election time because I would like to vote on that one.
Councilman Gleckman: I have a couple of things. First of all the Recreation &
Parks Citizens Committee will hold its (opening m'eetiiig a
week from tonight - February 20th. Also, Councilman
Gillum is attending TAS:C tomorrow for me because I have a League of California
Cities meeting. I would like to refer back to the Traffic Committee once again -
this midblock crosswalk on. Sunset that Dr.. Snyder has` brought up several times. I
have had occasion. to cross several times and that is terrible and I am just afraid
that it is fine during the school hours when you have a' crossing guard there, but
after that time - - somebody is going to get killed there and.I wouldn't like to be
responsible for it. I think we should abandon that crosswalk and move it down to
the corner. To me it is much more dangerous than its use to the City.
Councilman Snyder: I brought that up three times but there is one additional
point that should be made to the. Traffic Committee
and that is there are many people that use Sunset
Boulevard that are strangers to that Street and they don't expect a midblock cross-
walk on a major street and it is on you before you know it. There are always
screeching of brakes there according to the neighbors.
Mayor Krieger: When is the next meeting of the Traffic Committee?
Mr. Aiassa: This month. Why don't we refer it back to the Traffic
Committee ?
Mayor Krieger: And then you can have it back to Council for the regular
meeting in March? (Mr. Aiassa: Yes.)
So moved by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, and carried,
that this item be referred back to the Traffic Committee for a report and be returned
to Council at a regular meeting in March.
DEMANDS
Motion by Councilman_ Gleckman, seconded by Councilman Gillum, that the City
Council approve demands totalling $376, 671.33 as listed on demand sheet B360
through 365, and payroll reimbursement sheet. This total includes a time deposit
in the amount of $100, 000. Motion carried on roll call as follows:
AYES: Councilmen Gillum,. Nichols, Gleckman, Snyder, Mayor Krieger
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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Mayor Krieger: We have a staff report indicating the San Bernardino
Freeway Widening: Agreement can be prepared for the
CounciVs consideration. at an adjourned council meeting
on February 19, 1968. . Is there any objection to the.Council adjourning to that date
and. time for the purpose of discussing this specific item?
iMr. Aiassa:
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Also we would like to put on the agenda the funding of the
Swimming Pool.
Lela Preston: I also have an item I would like to have on the agenda
that night - the Resolution establishing voting precincts,
etc.
Motion by Councilman Gleckman, seconded by Councilman. Nichols, that the Council
meeting adjourn to February 19, 1968, at 7: 30 p.m.. to take up the items of
Voting and Appointing Election Board Members, the Freeway Agreement, and the
funding of the Swimming Pool. Meeting adjourned at 10:10 p.m. All were in favor.
ATTEST:
City Clerk
APPROVED
MAYOR
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