11-15-1994 - RegularREGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA
Tuesday 7:30 pm
November 15, 1994 Council Chambers
AGENDA
Agenda material is available for review before the meeting at the City Clerk's
Office, Room 317 at City Hall, 1444 W. Garvey Avenue, West Covina. The City
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hearing impaired aide at Council meetings, four working days may be required.
Reverend Dr. Kundan L. Peter
United Methodist Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL Mayor McFadden, Mayor Pro Tem Herfert,
Councilmembers Manners, Touhey, Wong
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Special meeting of November 1, 1994
Regular meeting of November 1, 1994
Presentations National Bookmark Week
1994 Bookmark Contest Winners:
K - 2nd Grade
1st - Michael Dominguez
2nd - Michael Castruita
3rd - Dung Tran
3rd
- Sth Grade
1st
- Victoria Jarvy
1e8 of the
2nd
- Ian Carney
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3rd
- Grace Lam
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- 8th Grade
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Act Amen4n'an"^..
1st
2nd
- Khang Le
- Michele Amaral
3rd
- David Rodriguez
Office of W c Ci ier'
Recognition of Commissioners, Years of
Service -
Knora Jackson, Harold Wash &
Corey Warshaw
Proclamations Great American Smokeout - 11/17/94
National Bible Week - 11/20-27/94
A) HEARINGS
1) Code Amendment No 259 - Categorical Exemption
Amendment No. 259 is a proposed amendment to Chapter 26
(Zoning) that will establish definitions and amend
provisions relating to promotional events and signage:
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November 15, 1994
A) HEARINGS (Continued)
1) Code Amendment No. 259 - Categorical Exemption
(Continued)
2)
a) Verification of publication
b) Presentation of staff report
c) Open hearing
d) Public testimony
e) Close hearing
f) Council discussion
g) Recommendation is that the City Council affirm the
recommendation of the Planning Commission by
introducing the following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE WEST COVINA
MUNICIPAL CODE, CHAPTER 26 (ZONING), AS IT RELATES
TO PROMOTIONAL EVENTS AND SIGNAGE.
Motion by 2nd by
to waive further reading of the ordinance and
introduce disapprove hold over
Public Nuisance Abatement Hearings
Locations: 1549 East Rowland Avenue
2743 Vanderhoof Drive
In November, 1993, the City Council adopted an
Administrative Nuisance Abatement Ordinance. Two
unmaintained pools were determined to present a threat to
life and public health and were pumped. The City Council
will conduct a hearing as required by Section 15-204 of
the Municipal Code regarding the emergency abatement.
a)
b)
c)
d)
e)
f)
g)
Verification of Affidavit of Posting and Affidavit
of Notice
Presentation of staff report
Open hearing
Public testimony
Close hearing
Council discussion
Recommendation is that
following resolutions:
the City Council adopt the
RESOLUTION NO. - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
DECLARING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 1549 EAST ROWLAND
AVENUE A PUBLIC NUISANCE..
RESOLUTION NO. - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
DECLARING PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2743 VANDERHOOF DRIVE
A PIIBLIC NUISANCE.
Motion by 2nd by
to waive further reading of the resolutions and
adopt disapprove
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
November 15, 1994
B) AGENDA AND ORAL COMMUNICATIONS (30 minutes)
At this time the City Council will first receive comments on any item
(except public hearing matters) found on the Agenda, including items on
the Consent Calendar. When recognized by the Mayor, please come forward
to the podium and give your name, address and Agenda item you wish to
discuss. Your comments may be addressed when the Agenda item is discussed
by the Council.
Upon conclusion of comments regarding agendized items, if the thirty
minutes allotted for citizen comments is not completed, comments on any
other municipal matter will be allowed. The Ralph M. Brown Act limits the
City Council's and staff's ability to respond to comments on non-agendized
matters at the time such comments are made. Thus, your comments may be
agendized for a future meeting or referred to staff.
To assist us in properly recording
you to enter your name and address
This action is voluntary and is
meeting or speaking to the Council.
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on the speakers' sheet at the podium.
not a prerequisite to attending the
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
November 15, 1994
C) CONSENT CALENDAR
1) Written Communications (receive and file)
Letter received from Ms. Miki Osep requesting the
opportunity to address the Council regarding "unethical
business practices of a boarding kennel owner in West
Covina and his connection with a commissioner in the
Citrus Municipal Court."
2) ABC Applications (Chief of Police reports no legal basis
for protest)
Akhverdyan, Genrik dba SHOOTERS CLUB
Manaserian, Onnik 217 N. Citrus, #C
Khachatourian, George
Pena, Jose Angel dba ERNIE'S MEXICAN
Salcedo,-Jesus RESTAURANT
1125-West Covina Pkwy.
Guillermo, Domingo dba CARROWS RESTAURANT
Long Beach, CA 101 S. Azusa Avenue
3) Claims for Action (Deny and notify claimant)
a) Cynthia Medina vs City of West Covina
On May 24, 1994, the City Clerk's Office received a
claim for personal injuries. The amount of claim
had not been determined at time of presentation.
b) Vincent P. Gomez vs City of West Covina
On September 15, 1994, the City Clerk's Office
received a claim for property damage and personal
injuries. The amount of claim had not been
determined at time of presentation.
c) Annabel Chin vs City of Nest Covina
On October 19, 1994, the City Clerk's Office
received a claim for monetary loss and emotional
stress. The amount of claim had not been
determined at time of presentation:
4) Approval of Final Maps (Adopt resolution)
a) Lot Line Adjustment No. 113 - Mr. & Mrs. Lam, Mr. &
Mrs. Diaz. and Mr. & Mrs. Hoanc
Mr. and Mrs. Lam, Mr. and Mrs. Diaz, and Mr. and
Mrs. Hoang have requested a lot line adjustment on
their lots at 2029 Delores Street, 2018 Dorothy,
and 2029 Dorothy Street. These lots have a common
rear property line. It is recommended that the
City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 113 AND DIRECTING
THE RECORDATION THEREOF. (MR. & MRS. LAM, MR. &
MRS. DIAZ, AND MR. & MRS. HOANG.)
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C) CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued).
4) Approval of Final Maps (Adopt resolution)
(Continued)
b) Lot Line Adjustment No. 114 - Carol A. Facciponti
and Sidney M. Haymond
Carol A. Facciponti and Sidney M. Haymond have
requested a lot line adjustment on their back lot
line at 1354 E. Verness Street and 1359 E. Workman
Avenue. It is recommended that the City Council
adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. - A RESOLUTION' OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 114 AND DIRECTING
THE RECORDATION THEREOF. (CAROL A. FACCIPONTI &
SIDNEY M. HAYMOND)
5) Temporary Use Permits (Receive and file)
TUP #2210-94 for Stevens Party Rental, at Queen of the
Valley, on October 13, 1994, for tent celebration.
TUP #2214-94 for Blockbusters Video, at The Plaza
Building 5B, on October 15, 1994, for radio promo.
TUP #2212-94 for Aris Helicopters, at The Lakes, on
October 22, 1994, for Heli transport at all units.
TUP #2213-94 for SGV Q's Vote, at The Lakes grass area,
on October 15, 1994, for rally.
TUP #2216-94 for Cal Spas, at 2211 E. Garvey, on October
29 & 30, 1994, for sidewalk sale.
TUP #2217-94 for Aris Helicopters, at 100 N. Citrus, on
November 5, 1994, for air transport of A/C units.
6) Acceptance of Improvements and/or Release of Bonds
Precise Plan No. 839-Rl - Johnny R. Rim
Location: Northwest corner of Nogales and Valley
Staff recommend that the City Council accept on and off -
site improvements, rough and finish grading, AC paving on
aggregate base, P.C.C. curbs, drainage structures,
irrigation and landscaping, on -site lighting and
appurtenances and release assignment of savings account
No. 48-04532-2 with Global Oriental Savings and Loan
Association in the amount of $41,000.
7) Ordinance for Adoption (Waive reading and adopt)
At the November 1, 1994 City Council meeting an ordinance
was introduced and is before the City Council for
adoption. It is recommended that the City Council adopt
the following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE WEST
COVINA MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING THE OFFICIAL ZONING MAP
(ZONE CHANGE NO. 644).
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November 15, 1994
C) CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
S) City Treasurer's Report (Receive and file)
City Treasurer's Report for the month of September, 1994.
9) Award of Bids
PP-95203, Award of Contract for Interior Improvements at
Palmview Center
On November 4, 1994, three bids were received and opened
for this contract which provides for interior
improvements at Palmview Center. The lowest bid received
was $11,300.00 from Jadar, Inc. of West Covina. Staff
recommends that the City Council accept the bid of Jadar,
Inc. of West Covina in the amount of $11,300.00 and
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an
Agreement with same for the work to be performed.
10) Miscellaneous
City Clerk
a) Destruction of Certain Documents as Prescribed by
Law
This is the City Clerk's annual resolution
containing City documents and materials that are no
longer necessary for retention or have been
microfilmed. In accordance with state law
provisions, these materials may now be destroyed.
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the
following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE DESTRUCTION OF CERTAIN DOCUMENTS AS
PRESCRIBED BY LAW
Public Works
b) City Project GP-95302 - Park Playground Barrier
Removal - Approval of Plans and Specifications,
Phase 3
This project consists of park play area
modifications and improvements to insure that the
playground equipment at all 12 City parks complies
with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and
the Consumer Products Safety Commission Standards.
The third phase of this project will be
modifications at Del Norte, Walmerado, Galster,
Gingrich, and Shadow Oak Parks. The estimated cost
of Phase 3 is $204,000.00. It is recommended that
the City Council approve plans and specifications
for City Project GP-95302 and authorize the
Maintenance Director to call for bids.
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C) CONSENT CALENDAR (Continued)
10) Miscellaneous'(Continued)
Public Works (Continued)
c) PP-95220 - Approval of Plans and Specifications for
Improvements to Orangewood Ponv/Colt Baseball Field
This project consists of the construction of a
storage building, installation.of new grease hood,
chain link gates and netting at the Orangewood
Pony/Colt baseball field located in Orangewood
Park. It is recommended that the City Council
approve the plans and specifications for City
Project PP-95220, and authorize the Maintenance
Director to call for bids.
ACTION ON THE FOREGOING CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS 1 THROUGH 10:
Motion by 2nd by
to waive further reading of the ordinances)/resolution(s) and
to introduce/adopt, as applicable, and to approve all other
items listed
except
ROLL CALL: Manners, Touhey, Wong, Herfert, McFadden
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
D) PUBLIC WORKS SERVICES
1) Band Shell/Pavilion at Cortez Park
Staff has investigated architectural features, design,
layout and possible locations for the placement of a band
shell/pavilion at Cortez Park. Council review and input
is needed as to our approach to the design, actual
location within Cortez Park and scheduling. It is
recommended that the City Council take the following
actions:
a) Authorize staff to proceed in obtaining approval tc
utilize existing band shell/pavilion plans,
modified for placement at Cortez Park; and
b) Approve the location within Cortez Park for the
placement of the band shell/pavilion.
Motion by 2nd by to
approve disapprove hold over
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November 15, 1994
E) WASTE MANAGEMENT ENFORCEMENT AGENCY (LEA)
No scheduled reports for this meeting.
F) ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
No scheduled reports for this meeting.
G) COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT SERVICES
1) Redevelopment Agency
Recess the City Council meeting at pm to convene
the Redevelopment Agency meeting. Reconvene the City
Council meeting at am/pm.
H) HUMAN SERVICES
No scheduled reports for this meeting.
I) PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES
J)
No scheduled reports for this meeting.
1) Personnel Services
Transmission of Resolution Providing Changes to Salary
for Specified Classifications of Management Employees
This item transmits a Resolution of the City Council
implementing proposed salary adjustments.for Management
employees. It is recommended that the City Council adopt
the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA,. CALIFORNIA, AMENDING
RESOLUTIONS NOS. 8610, 8906, AND 6482, AS AMENDED,
RELATING TO MANAGEMENT AND CONFIDENTIAL SERVICES; AND
RESOLUTION NO. 7223, AS AMENDED, . RELATING TO
CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION OF POSITIONS.
Motion by 2nd by
to waive further reading of the resolution and
adopt disapprove hold over
R) GENERAL ADMINISTRATION
1) City Clerk
Analysis of Animal Services RFP
Responses to the Animal Services RFP have been received
from the San Gabriel Valley Human Society and the County
of Los Angeles Animal Care and Control. This report
discusses the comparisons between the two providers.
Recommendation is to direct staff to bring to Council a
contract for shelter services, daily patrol, after hours/
emergency care, and licensing with the L.A. County Animal
Care and Control.
Motion by
to
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R)
L)
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION (Continued)
2) City Manager
a) Final FY 1994-95 Budget
The City Council will consider the adoption of the
Fiscal Year 1994-95 Final Budget. It is
recommended that the City Council adopt the Final
FY 1994-95 Annual Budget as presented.
Motion by 2nd by to
approve disapprove hold over
b) Election for San Gabriel Basin Water Quality
Authority Board Member Representing Cities Without
Pumping Rights
West Covina is.a member of the San Gabriel Basin
Water Quality Authority. The WQA has called an
election for representatives of cities without
water pumping rights in accordance with SB1679
(signed on September 22, 1992) to be held on
December 15, 1994. Two candidates have been
nominated for the Board seat and are before the
Council for consideration. It is recommended that
the City Council consider and vote on the
candidates for the San Gabriel Basin Water Quality
Authority and adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
CASTING ITS VOTES FOR COUNCILMEMBER
TO REPRESENT CITIES WITHOUT WATER PUMPING RIGHTS ON
THE BOARD OF THE SAN GABRIEL BASIN WATER QUALITY
AUTHORITY.
Motion by 2nd by
to waive further reading of the resolution and
adopt disapprove hold over
APPROVAL OF DEMANDS
The City Council reviews and approves accounts payable by the
City. These demands represents accounts payable since the
most recent regular meeting of the City Council.
Motion by
approve
ROLL CALL:
2nd by
disapprove
hold over
Manners, Touhey, Wong, Herfert, McFadden
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M)
N) MAYOR'S REPORTS
O) COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS
1) Business Improvement Tax and Chamber of Commerce Budget
Mayor Pro Tem Herfert and Councilmember Touhey, serving
as a subcommittee of the City Council, have met with
representatives of the Chamber of Commerce to review
matters relating to the Chamber of Commerce's annual
budget,. work program, and support from the Business
Improvement Tax. The subcommittee has provided a report
on the results of these discussions with recommendations
to the City Council on these issues, including the
Chamber of Commerce's budget for the second half of the
fiscal year and collection of the Business Improvement
Tax. The subcommittee recommends that the City Council
approve the budget of $140,000 as listed in the report,
and begin the process of revamping the BIT. Collection
of the BIT in December can be placed on hold until this
process is completed.
Motion by
2nd by
approve disapprove hold over
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1994
P) ADJOURNMENT
Motion by
2nd by
to adjourn the
meeting
at am/pm.
CITY
COUNCIL MEETING
SCHEDULE
Tuesday
Nov. 29,
1994 6:00
pm
Joint meeting
with Planning
Commission
Tuesday
Dec. 06,
1994 7:30
pm
Regular meeting
Monday
Dec. 19,
1994 6:00
pm
Joint meeting
with Human
services
Commission
Tuesday
Dec. 20,
1994 7:30
pm
Regular meeting
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