01-21-2020 - Regular Meeting - MinutesCITY OF WEST COVINA
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY
JANUARY 21, 2020, 7:00 PM
REGULAR MEETING
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1444 W. GARVEY AVENUE SOUTH
WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA 91790
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting was called to order by Mayor Wu on Tuesday, January 7, 2020 at 7:00 p.m.
in the Council Chamber, 1444 West Garvey Avenue South, West Covina, California.
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers
Present; Council Members Dario Castellanos, Lloyd Johnson, Jessica C. Shewmaker,
Mayor Pro Tem Letty Lopez-Viado, Mayor Wu
Councilmembers
Absent: None
City Staff: David Carmany City Manager, Mark Persico Assistant City Manager, Thomas P
Duarte City Attorney, Lisa Sherrick Assistant City Clerk; other city staff
presented reports and responded to questions as indicated in the minutes.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Pro Tem Letty Lopez-Viado led the Pledge of Allegiance.
REPORTING OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
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CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code $ 54957.6(d)(4)
Number of Cases: One (1)
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code $ 54957.6
City Negotiators: Carmany, Duarte, Persico, Tran,
Employee Organizations
- Confidential Employees
- Maintenance & Crafts Employees
- Non -Sworn
- W.C. Police Officers' Association
- W.C. Firefighters' Management Assoc.
- W.C. Firefighters' Association, I.A.F.F., Local 3226
Unrepresented Employee Group
- Department Heads
- General Employees
- Mid -Management Employees
- W.C. Police Management Association
City Attorney Thomas P. Duarte indicated that no reportable action was taken.
PRESENTATIONS
• Shop Local After School Program - Chinese American Association of West Covina
donations to School Districts
• The Kiwanis Club of West Covina - 2019 Pumpkin Run donation
• San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership - Bill Manis CEO
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Speaker:
Vicki Scheliga
Herb Redholtz
George Giovannini Nguyen
John Shewmaker
Wen Wen Zhang
Colleen Rozatti
Lisa Mayo
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CM ORAL REPORT —
• Presentation given by Mr. Carmany
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CONSENT CALENDAR
ACTION: MOTION BY CASTELLANOS AND SECONDED BY JOHNSON,
CARRIED 5-0 to: approve Consent Calendar Items 1 - 8.
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES
1) DECEMBER 17, 2019 CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY REGULAR
MEETING MINUTES
DECEMBER 17, 2019 CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY CLOSED
SESSION MEETING MINUTES
JANUARY 7, 2019 CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY REGULAR
MEETING MINUTES
JANUARY 7, 2019 CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY CLOSED SESSION
MEETING MINUTES
CARRIED 5-0 to: approve the December 17, 2019 Regular Meeting Minutes, the
December 17, 2019 Closed Session Meeting Minutes, the January 7, 2019 Regular
Meeting Minutes and the January 7, 2019 Closed Session Meeting Minutes.
INVESTMENT REPORT
2) INVESTMENT REPORT FOR THE MONTH ENDED NOVEMBER 30, 2019.
CARRIED 5-0 to: receive and file the Investment Report for the month ended
November 30, 2019.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
INITIATION OF CODE AMENDMENT NO.20-01 FILM PERMIT STANDARDS
CARRIED 5-0 to: consider initiating Code Amendment No. 20-01 to examine revisions
to film permit standards, by adopting the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO.2020-05 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, INITIATING CODE
AMENDMENT NO.20-01 TO STUDY FILM PERMIT STANDARDS
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF TRAFFIC COMMITTEE MINUTES AS
WELL AS RECOMMENDATIONS FOR RED CURB INSTALLATION FROM
THE DECEMBER 10, 2019 TRAFFIC COMMITTEE MEETING
CARRIED 5-0 to: approve the Traffic Committee recommendations from the December
10, 2019 Traffic Committee Meeting for the following items:
1. Line of Sight Review at 2027 E. Garvey Avenue
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Request: A resident requested red curb on either side of their driveway to deter vehicles from
encroaching and blocking access to their driveway.
Review Standard:
• Curb marking recommendations are based on a combination of engineering judgment, the
California Manual on Uniform Traffic Devices (CAMUTCD), and the California Vehicle
Code (CVC). Based on engineering judgment, red curb is recommended.
Recommendation: The Traffic Committee unanimously recommends to paint 4-feet of red
curb on both sides of the driveway approach.
2. Traffic Review of Vine Avenue between Valinda Avenue and Lark Ellen Avenue
Request: A resident requested for an all -way stop control at the intersection of Pima Avenue
and Vine Avenue as well as a review of speeding concerns along Vine Avenue between
Valinda Avenue and Lark Ellen Avenue.
Review Standard:
• The placement of stop signs is dictated by engineering judgment and based on the
guidelines found in the CAMUTCD and CVC. CAMUTCD Section 2B.07 describes
applications, warrants, and placement of STOP signs (Rl-1). Based on these guidelines
the placement of an all -way stop control at the requested location was not warranted and
did not meet the criteria for all -way stop installation.
• Line of sight analysis was conducted at the requested intersection. Per AASHTO Table 3-
1 (A Policy on Geometric Design of Highways and Streets) for a roadway with a posted
speed of 35 MPH, the clear sight distance needed is 250 feet. Based on stopping sight
distance triangle analysis completed on Pima Avenue and Vine Avenue, red curb is
recommended to increase visibility.
• Installation of larger dimensioned signage are recommended as treatments to increase the
motorist's awareness and other driver conditions by highlighting various areas of the
roadway. All sign dimensions should comply with the dimensions specified in the
CAMUTCD Table 2B-1 Regulatory Sign and Plaque Sizes. Posted speed signs and
adjacent speed limit pavement legends are recommended to alert motorists of the speed
limit.
Recommendation: The Traffic Committee unanimously recommends to (1) repaint all existing
red curbs at the corners of the Pima Avenue and Vine Avenue intersection and paint an
additional 5-feet of red curb for the northwest corner; and, (2) add W44p "Cross Traffic Does
Not Stop" plaque for the northbound and southbound traffic under the existing stop signs; and,
(3) install 30"x36" 35 MPH speed limit signs for eastbound and westbound travelers, midblock,
approaching the intersection of Vine Avenue and Pima Avenue; and, (4) install 35" pavement
legends for eastbound and westbound travelers adjacent to the new speed limit signs; and, (5)
work with West Covina Police Department to do random spot speed enforcement.
3. Red Curb at the Foothill Transit Bus Stop (Azusa Avenue and Cameron Avenue)
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Request: The Safety Compliance Coordinator for Foothill Transit requested for the City to
review the curb markings at the bus stop located on the west side of Azusa Avenue south of
Cameron Avenue due to vehicles parking too close to the bus stop making it difficult for buses to
enter or exit the stop as well as for passengers to enter or exit the bus. All other bus stops located
at the subject intersection have existing red curb.
Review Standard:
Curb marking recommendations are based on a combination of engineering judgment, the
California Manual on Uniform Traffic Devices (CAMUTCD), and the California Vehicle
Code (CVC). Based on engineering judgment and conditions of the other bus stop
locations, red curb is recommended.
Recommendation: The Traffic Committee unanimously recommends to Paint 120-feet of red
curb on the west side of S. Azusa Avenue south of E. Cameron Avenue in front of the bus stop.
CONSIDERATION OF ADOPTION OF RESOLUTIONS REQUESTING TO
ACCEPT TRANSFER AND CONVEYANCE OF STORM DRAIN
IMPROVEMENTS (MISCELLANEOUS TRANSFER DRAINS NO. 928, 954, AND
962)
CARRIED 5-0 to: adopt the following resolutions on a 4/5ths vote per the County of
Los Angeles direction:
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE 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, THE
TRANSFER AND CONVEYANCE OF THE STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS
KNOWN AS MISCELLANEOUS TRANSFER DRAIN NO.928 IN THE CITY OF
WEST COVINA FOR OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND
IMPROVEMENT, AND AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER AND CONVEYANCE
THEREOF -RESOLUTION NO.2020-02
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE 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, THE
TRANSFER AND CONVEYANCE OF THE STORM DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS
KNOWN AS MISCELLANEOUS TRANSFER DRAIN NO.954 IN THE CITY OF
WEST COVINA FOR OPERATION, MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND
IMPROVEMENT, AND AUTHORIZING THE TRANSFER AND CONVEYANCE
THEREOF -RESOLUTION NO.2020-03
RESOLUTION NO.2020-04 - RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF
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SUPERVISORS OF THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL
DISTRICT OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO ACCEPT, ON BEHALF OF
SAID DISTRICT, THE TRANSFER AND CONVEYANCE OF THE STORM
DRAIN IMPROVEMENTS KNOWN AS MISCELLANEOUS TRANSFER DRAIN
NO.962 IN THE CITY OF WEST COVINA FOR OPERATION,
MAINTENANCE, REPAIR, AND IMPROVEMENT, AND AUTHORIZING THE
TRANSFER AND CONVEYANCE THEREOF
6) CONSIDERATION OF AN ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET AND A
RECOGNIZED OBLIGATION PAYMENT SCHEDULE "ROPS" PURSUANT
TO HEALTH AND SAFETY CODE SECTION 34179.7(0)(1), FOR THE PERIOD
OF JULY 1, 2020 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2021 FOR THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY
TO THE FORMER WEST COVINA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
CARRIED 5-0 to: acting as the Successor Agency to the former West Covina
Redevelopment Agency, adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO.2020-06 — A RESOLUTION OF THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY
TO THE FORMER WEST COVINA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE TRANSMITTAL OF AN
ADMINISTRATIVE BUDGET AND A RECOGNIZED OBLIGATION
PAYMENT SCHEDULE "ROPS" FOR THE PERIOD OF JULY 1, 2020
THROUGH JUNE 30, 2021
HUMAN RESOURCES/RISK MANAGEMENT
CONSIDERATION OF ENGAGEMENT OF LARSON O'BRIEN LLP IN
CONNECTION WITH RICHARD MARTIN FRANCO, JR. AND YVONNE
FRANCO V. CITY OF WEST COVINA MATTER
CARRIED 5-0 to: authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute any documents
necessary to provide for the continued engagement of Larson O'Brien LLP to provide
legal counsel to the City in connection with the Richard Martin Franco, Jr. and Yvonne
Franco v. City of West Covina matter.
CONSIDERATION OF GOVERNMENT TORT CLAIMS
CARRIED 5-0 to: deny the following Government Tort Claims and the claimants to be
notified:
1. Sharon Chapman vs. City of West Covina
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER CODE AMENDMENT NO.19-02
REGARDING SINGLE FAMILY STANDARDS FOR ACCESSORY HABITABLE
QUARTERS, AND VEHICLE BACKUP SPACE
Public Comments in Favor
None
Public Comments in Opposition
None
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ACTION: City Manager Mr. Carmany requested to continue Item 9 until the next City
Council Meeting to be held on February 4, 2020.
ORDINANCE NO.2469 - AN ORDINANCE TO AMEND ZONING
REGULATIONS APPLICABLE TO SINGLE FAMILY AND RESIDENTIAL
AGRICULTURAL ZONES REGARDING ACCESSORY HABITABLE
QUARTERS (FORMERLY KNOWN AS GUEST HOUSES) AND VEHICULAR
BACKUP SPACE
DEPARTMENTAL REGULAR MATTERS
CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE presentation
10) CONSIDERATION OF LEGISLATIVE MATTERS - SENATE BILL (SB) 50
(WEINER) PLANNING AND ZONING: HOUSING DEVELOPMENT:
STREAMLINED APPROVAL: INCENTIVES AND SB 266 (LEYVA) - PUBLIC
EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM: DISALLOWED COMPENSATION;
BENEFIT ADJUSTMENTS
CARRIED 5-0 to: authorize the Mayor to sign letters of opposition to SB 50 and SB
266.
POLICE DEPARTMENT -
11) FOURTH OF JULY ENFORCEMENT
CARRIED 5-0 to: approve the 4t1i of July enforcement and deployment plan.
MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBER REPORTS
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12) CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST FROM MAYOR PRO TEM LETTY LOPEZ-
VIADO REGARDING A CITY SPONSORED 4TH OF JULY PATRIOTIC
EVENT.
CARRIED 5-0 to: provide direction to staff for a 4th of July Patriotic Event by the
selection of Option 5.
CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS
None.
ADJOURNMENT
A motion to adjourn the Regular Meeting was made by Councilman Johnson, and the meeting
was adjourned at 9:08 p.m., by Mayor Wu. The next regularly scheduled Regular City Council
Meeting will be held on Tuesday, February 4, 2020 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, 1444
West Garvey Avenue South, West Covina, California.
Submitted by:
Lisa herrick
As stant City Cleric
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