03-16-2021 - AGENDA ITEM 06 CONSIDERATION FOR GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2020AGENDA ITEM NO. 6
AGENDA STAFF REPORT
City of West Covina I Office of the City Manager
DATE: March 16, 2021
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: David Carmany
City Manager
SUBJECT: CONSIDERATION FOR GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL REPORT FOR 2020
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that City Council take the following actions:
1. Direct staff to transmit a copy of the Housing Element Annual Report to the California
Department of Housing and Community Development; and
2. Direct staff to transmit a copy of the Policy Chart to the State Office of Planning and Research.
BACKGROUND:
Each California city is required to have an adopted General Plan. Pursuant to California law, a General Plan
must have seven required elements, including Land Use, Circulation, Housing, Conservation, Open Space,
Noise, and Safety. The Housing Element is the only element that has a statutory requirement to be updated
periodically. While the General Plan Update is typically managed by the Planning Department, the required
elements also include policies for other Departments including the Engineering (Circulation), Community
Services (Open Space), Community and Economic Development (Housing), Fire, Police and Public Works
Departments (Safety).
On December 20, 2016, the City Council adopted an updated General Plan and certified the Environmental
Impact Report (EIR). Included with its adoption was an implementation program (policies and actions) to
guide future decision -making on development, resource management, public safety, public services, and
general community well-being.
California Government Code section 65400 requires an annual report be given to the legislative body on the
status of implementing the goals of the General Plan to be presented to the City Council each year prior to
April 1 st. This report also covers the efforts made during the last year in implementing the programs of the
Housing Element as well as actual building permit activity.
The last Annual Report was reviewed by the City Council on March 17, 2020, reviewing the policies and
actions taken in 2019. The current Annual Report provides information on policies and actions for 2020. This
report will allow the City Council and community to evaluate General Plan policies and actions, as well as
provide information on the Housing Element.
ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section I
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Direct new growth to downtown area and the corridors. Adapt economically underused and
blighted buildings, consistent with the character of surrounding districts and neigh-borhoods, to
P3 4
support new uses that can be more successful. Provide opportunities for healthy living, commerce,
employment, rec-reation, education, culture, entertainment, civic engagement, and socializing.
Adopt form -based codes for the Down -town area and Corridors that:
Completed
Utilize clear development requirements tailored to the community's vision;
Ongoing
Increase land use choices and encourage community vitality;
Completed
Foster a rich public realm, with engaging private frontages, complete streets, and access to a range
A3.4
of open saces;
Short-Temt
Planning
Ongoing
Insist on the highest standards of quality in architecture, landscaping, and urban design; and access
to a range of open spaces
Ongoing
• Offer predictable streamlined development review process and produce predictable
outcomes.
Ongoing
Support the growth of Queen of the Valley Hospital while developing a unifying vision and code for
P3.5
Sunset Avenue.
Partner with Queen of the Valley hospital to develop a Corridor Plan and Development Code for Sunset
A3.5
Avenue that accommodates future hospital growth in a contextual manner with enhancements to Sunset
Avenue Corridor.
Short -Term
Planning/QVH
Queen of the Valli
Reduce West Covina's production of green -house gas emissions and contribution to climate change,
P3.6
and adapt to the effects felimatechange.
Key land use adaptation strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions are:
Promoting transit -oriented infill development, and
Ongoing
A3.6
Ongoing
Planning/PW
Providing incentives for high-performance building and infrastructure
Not Initiated
Our Accessible Community
P4.1
Coordinate and integrate land use economic and transportation planning policies.
Adopt a new land -use oriented system of street classifications as described in the City-wide Thoroughfare
A 4.1
Plan.
Immediate
Planning/PW
Not Initiated
Accommodate multimodal mobility, acces-sibility and safety needs when planning, designing, and
P4.2
implementing transportation improvements, improving access and circulation for all users of City
streets.
A4.2a
Adopt and apply transportation system performance metrics as described in the Thoroughfares Plan.
Immediate
Not Initiated
Review capital improvement projects to ensure that needs of non -motorized travelers are considered in
A4.2b
planning, programming, design, reconstruction, retrofit, maintenance, construction, operations, and
Planning/PW
project development.
Ongoing
Ongoing
Accommodate the needs of all travelers through a Complete Streets approach to designing new
A4.2c
transportation improvements. Complete streets are roadways designed to facilitate safe, comfortable, and
efficient travel for all roadway users.
Ongoing
Ongoing
ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Establish protection of human life and health as the highest transportation system priorities, and
P4.3
seek to improve safety through the design and maintenance of streets, sidewalks, intersections and
crosswalks.
A4.3a
Develop and implement an enforcement program to encourage safe behavior and to reduce aggressive
and/or negligent behavior among drivers, bicyclists and pedestrians.
Short -Term
PD
Not Initiated
Annually review collision data, including causes, to implement ongoing improvements at the highest -risk
A4.3b
intersections and throughput the transportation network
Ongoing
PW/PD
Ongoing
P4.4
Allocate streets ace equitably among all modes.
Ensure that pedestrians, bicyclists, transit vehicles and automobiles each have space in the right-of-way
A4.4a
that is consistent with the street's designated mobility function and land use context per street typologies
and modal -priority overlays as defined in the Thorouglifares Plan.
Short -Term
PW
Not Initiated
Adopt the National Association of City Trans-portation Officials (NACTO) Urban Street Design Guide
A 4.4b
and Urban Bikeway Design Guide as a supplement to the California Manual for Uniform Traffic Control
Devices.
Not Initiated
P4.5
Work to eliminate barriers to pedestrian and bicycle travel.
Identify gaps in the pedestrian and bicycle facilities networks and define priorities for eliminating these
A4.5a
gaps by making needed improvements.
Short -Term
PW
Ongoing
Require the construction of pedestrian and bicycle facilities and amenities, where warranted, as a
A4.5b
condition of approval of new development projects.
Ongoing
PW/Planning
Ongoing
Accompany installation of new bicycle facilities with educational programs for motorists, bicyclists, and
A4.5c
pedestrians — particularly children.
Short -Term
PD
Not Initiated
Fork with owners of vacant properties adjacent to public walkways to identify beautification
A4.5d
opportunities and implement improvements such as landscaping, fencing and/or art installations.
Short -Term
Planning/CED
Not Initiated
Develop Pedestrian and Bicycle Master Plans identifying community priorities, designing improvements
A4.5e
at a conceptual level, and identifying otential funding sources.
Short -Term
PW
Completed
A4.5f
Consider implementation of a bikeshare program.
Mid -Term
PW
Not Initiated
Develop a pedestrian and bicycle path along Walnut Creek Wash between Glendora and Sunset. A
pedestrian and bicycle path is recommended to take the place of the existing service vehicle access road
A 4.5g
on the north side of the Wash in the Downtown area, con -netting to the existing segment to the east,
between Glendora and Azusa. The existing segment might also be improved using new signs and other
wayfinding strategies and enhanced lighting for greater security.
Immediate
PW
ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Explore opportunities for a "shared street" on Toluca Avenue. In the near term, no changes are
recommended to this street. However, over the longer term it might be reconfigured as part of
redevelopment of adjacent parcels. One option, given the street's relatively short length and role as a way
access to adjacent parcels, rather than as an important element of the larger street network, would be a
A4.5h
shared street or "woonerf' configuration in which curbs are eliminated and the roadway is shared by all
users, including pedestrians. Such designs are appropriate for low -speed environments, are proven to be
safe if properly located and designed, and can greatly contribute to the urban design character of a street
by branding it as unique, providing additional opportunities for placemaking and greatly improving
walkability.
Mid -Term
Planning/PW
Not Initiated
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Work with transit providers to develop high -quality facilities for transit users, including access
facilities.
Explore a free or discount fare zone for transit Downtown. Existing transit service within the Downtown
segment of West Covina Parkway is relatively frequent, especially during peak periods. However,
A4.6a
existing fare policy limits the use of this service for short trips, including trips within West Covina or
within the Downtown area. Notably, Foothill Transit's frequent Silver Streak service charges a $2.45
cash fare. While the City of West Covina does not set fare policy for Foothill Transit, it could work with
the operator to explore options for facilitating such trips in support of new planned development.
Short -Term
CS/Foothill Transit
Not Initiated
Work with Foothill Transit to formalize parking for park -and -ride patrons. Similarly, the City could work
with Foothill Transit and property owners to explore options for a transit com-muter parking lot or
A 4.6b
structure, either shared or dedicated. This could serve to improve access to the proposed West Covina
Parkway Transit Mall, if it were built, while discouraging illegal "hide -and -ride" parking in restricted
lots. Foothill staff have expressed interest in development of a parking structure for patrons in this area,
CED/Foothill
potentially with a transit store and retail uses on the ground floor.
Shore -Term
Transit/Plaza WC
In Progress
Explore changes to Go West routes. Go West service could be improved by modifying routes and
layover/recovery policy to allow for a regular, easy -to -remember "clockface" headway or frequency of
A4.6c
every 60 minutes on the Red and Blue Lines. Currently, Red Line headway is 56 minutes, while Blue
Line headway is 65 minutes. The Blue Line route may have to be shortened slightly, or other measures
taken to reduce running time.
I Short -Term
ICS
I In Progress
ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
OF Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Implement bus -only lanes and high -quality bus stops on West Covina Parkway between Sunset and
Vincent. The segment of West Covina consists of two general-purpose lanes in each direction, plus left -
turn lanes alternating with landscaped medians. Average Daily Traffic is in the 15,000 to 17,000 range,
well below the maximum that can be accommo-dated in a single general-purpose lane each way, plus left -
turn lanes. Transit volumes are up to 20 vehicles per hour, per direction. This level of transit service and
a single lane of traffic can accommodate roughly the same number of trips. To improve reliability for the
thousands of daily passengers aboard these buses and to enhance the visibility of existing transit service,
Foothill
A4.6d
the curbside general-purpose lanes should be converted to transit -only lanes. Private vehicles could
Short -Term
Transit/PW/Planning
continue to legally use the lanes to turn right at intersections or curb cuts, maintaining throughput in the
general-purpose lanes. As part of this change, the existing 13-foot general-purpose lanes should be
narrowed slightly, to pro -vide a traffic -calming effect (while still easily accommodating large trucks). The
City and Foothill Transit should partner to improve the existing Silver Streak stops at California using
expanded shelters, real-time arrival informa-tion displays, informational kiosks and other amenities for
passengers.
Not Initiated
Increase the efficiency, cost-effectiveness and utility of existing parking and road supply by
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managing demand.
A4.7a
Revise the municipal puking code as described in a following section of this document.
Short -Tern
Planning
Completed
A4.7b
Improve intersections as needed to comply with performance metrics.
Short -Term
PW
Ongoing
Partner with Caltrans to address transportation issues near the interface between State facilities and City
A4.7c
streets.
Short -Term
PW/CalTrans
Ongoing
Implement "green" streetscape elements for purposes of beautification, carbon reduction and
P4 8
stormwater runoff management.
As part of the green infrastructure plan, develop a strategy to increase the tree canopy along existing
A4 8
arterial streets by 25 percent.
Short -Term
PW
Not Initiated
P4.9
Take into account the special mobility needs of aging ulations.
To complement the City's Safe Routes to School program, develop a Safe Routes for Seniors program.
This program should address pedestrian conditions including pedestrian access to transit. It should be
based on the senior community's identified needs, priorities and barriers to safe nonmo-torized travel.
A4.9
The program should include an educational component, capital improvement program, and mobility and
safety training program. Senior center; and organizations should be partners in both development and
implementation.
Short -Term
PW
Not Initiated
Improve mobility and accessibility for travelers of all incomes through a process of equitable public
P4 10
engagement, service delivery and capital investment.
Identify low-income and transit -dependent communities, and implement pedestrian, bicycle and transit -
A4.10a
related improvements in these communities.
Short -Tenn
Phmning/PW
In Progress
Improve multimodal access to schools, senior centers, social service agencies, civic institutions and other
A4.10b
destinations used by low-income and other segments of the community.
In Progress
To ensure that the City is prepared for future changes in transportation technologies and preferred
P4.11
modes of travel, seek to incorporate emerging mobility options such as Transportation Network
Companies (TNC) and autonomous vehicles into planning and other efforts.
ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Understanding that increased adoption of TNCs and future introduction of autonomous vehicles may
A411a
reduce parking needs, seek to limit the scale of investments in expensive parking infrastructure (parking
structures). Consider investing instead in surface parking lots and on -street spaces that can be more easily
repurposed for other needs.
Ongoing
Planning/PW
Ongoing
Consider ways to facilitate use of TNCs and taxis by considering their infrastructure in new development,
A4.1 lb
for example by requiring TNC/ taxi loading zones in large developments.
Not Initiated
Seek out opportunities to partner with private transportation providers, for example by distributing
A4.1 lc
information on local travel options on digital platforms, by providing subsidized TNC/taxi trips in lieu of
fixed -route transit service, or by sharing travel data.
Not Initiated
P4.12
lWork to develop a safer transportation system.
Encourage development and application of strategies and actions pertaining to response and prevention
A4.12a
of security incidents on the local and regional transportation system through improved system
monitoring, rapid recovery planning,and coordination with other security agencies.
Ongoing
PW/Foothill Transit
Not Initiated
A4.12b
Use SCAG GIS data to develop emergency planning and response strategies for the transportation
system.
Ongoing
PW
Not Initiated
P4.13
Synchronize traffic signals and develop operational enhancements at the I-10 Freeway interchanges
to reduce traffic congestion.
The City of West Covina shall seek congestion management and other available grant funding
A4.13
opportunities to synchronize traffic signals and develop operational enhancements at the 1-10 Freeway
interchanges.
Short -Term
PW
Not Initiated
Our Resilient Community -A. Circulation
P5.1
Promote fine- rained network of complete streets in new and redevelopment projects.
Adjust development regulations and review processes to require new development and redevelopment
A5.1
projects to provide a fine -gained, interconnected, multimodal transportation network with a balance of
motor vehicle, pedestrian, bike, and transit amenities
Short -Term
Planning/PW
Ongoing
Our Resilient Community - B. Land Use
Allocate land uses based primarily on the control of physical form, intensity, and arrangement of
P5.2
buildings, landscapes, and public spaces that enable land and building functions to adapt to
economic, environ-mental, energy, and social changes over time.
A5.2
Adopt form -based codes for downtown and corridors and require applicants to comply with the standards
Short -Term
Planning
Completed
Our Resilient Community - C. Public Realm
Parks and other public open spaces will be connected to, informed by, and responsive to the context.
P5.3
Natural and landscaped parcels should also be configured for place -making and food production.
Streets shall be multifunctional, multimodal, and -spatially enclosed by buildings and trees.
A5 3
Adjust development regulations and review processes to incorporate pedestrian scale place -making in the
design of streets and open spaces.
Short -Tenn
Planning
Ongoing
Our Resilient Community - D. Building and Landscape Form
ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Buildings, lots, and blocks primarily scaled around the pedestrian and transit, creating a human-
P5.4
scaled spatial enclosure. Buildings should be informed by surrounding physical context, the
adjacent landscapes, structures, local conditions, budding traditions, and the microclimate.
Adjust development regulations and review processes to require assessment and appropriate response to
A5.4
local context.
Short -Term
Planning
Completed
Our Resilient Community - E. Transportation
Implement a Complete Streets Policy for the city to ensure that the right of way will provide safe
P5.5
access for all users.
Publish a Complete Streets Manual that provides engineering and design guidelines for different street
A5.5
typologies to better accommodate a mix of modes, including cars, public transportation, cyclists, and
pedestrians; apply the standards in the manual to projects whenever possible.
Short -Term
PW/Planning
Not Initiated
Our Resilient Community - F. Energy
Continue existing beneficial energy conservation programs, including adhering to the California
P5.6
.Energy Code in new construction & major renovations.
Adjust development regulations and review processes to incorporate to require assessment and
A5.6a
lappropriate response to local context.
Short -Term
Completed
Apply for grant funds to purchase electric vehicles & install charging stations through one of the South
A5.66
Coast Air Quality Management District funding programs.
Ongoing
Ongoing
As the economy recovers and funding becomes available (through grants or bond proceeds), the City
A5.6c
should explore energy efficiency projects such as installing solar panels for City facilities & retrofitting
PW
existing street lights.
Short -Term
Not Initiated
Consider providing an incentive program for new buildings that exceed California Energy Code
A5.6d
requirements by 15%.
Short -Term
Not Initiated
Provide on -going education of homeowners & businesses as to the value of energy efficiency & the need
A5.6e
to upgrade existing structures on the regular basis.
Ongoing
Not Initiated
Our Resilient Community - G. Water
P5.7
Manage & develop safe, reliable, economical water supply for existing & planned new customers.
A5.7a
Reduce demand through water conservation techniques.
Ongoing
PW
Ongoing
A5.7b
Partner with the 8 water districts to forecast demand & determine appropriate facility needs.
Ongoing
PW/Water Agencies
Not Initiated
Set conditions of approval for each new development to ensure adequate water supply prior to
A5 7c
occupancy.
Ongoing
PW/Planning
Ongoing
Our Resilient Community - H. Sewer
P5.8
Ensure provision of adequate sewer system capacities to serve existing & planned development.
A5.8a
Preventingin water from getting into sewers stem.
Ongoing
A5.8b
Preserve the longevity & sound condition through evaluation & maintenance of the sewer infrastructure.
Ongoing
PW
Ongoing
A5 8c
Pursue construction of new or replacement sewer lines consistent with the City's Sewer System
Management Plan.
Ongoing
ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Pursue enlargement or extension of the sewage collection system where necessary to serve new
A5.8d
development, with the capital costs & benefits allocated equitably & fairly between the existing users &
new users.
Ongoing
Our Resilient Community - I. Solid Waste
P5.9
Provide adequate facilities & services for the collection, transfer, recycling, & disposal of refuse.
Continue to collaborate with users & service partners to identify & support programs & new techniques
of solid waste disposal, such as:
recycling,
composting,
A5.9
Ongoing
PW
Ongoing
waste to energy technology, &
waste separation, to reduce the volume & toxicity of solid wastes that must be sent to landfill
facilities.
Our Resilient Community - I. Food Production
Consider incorporating community gardens as part of city parks and recreation planning, and work
P5.10
with local schools Hurst Ranch, and Queen of the Valley Hospital to facilitate the development,
administration and operation of additional community gardens throughout the city.
A5.1 Oa
Develop incentives to encourage community gardens.
Short -Term
Planning
Not Initiated
A5.1Ob
Identify eligible parcels and pursue partnerships with property owners to build community gardens.
Not Initiated
A5.1 Oc
Amend Zoning Ordinances to allow Community Gardens throughout the City.
Not Initiated
Our Healthy and Safe Community - A. Active Living
Promote and support transportation decisions that reduce driving and increase rates of transit use,
P6.1
walking, and biking.
A 6.Is
Review and revise street standards to promote walking, transit use, and biking.
Short -Term
PW/Planning
Ongoing
The development review bodies should consider active living as a development criteria and encourage:
A6.lb
Short -Term
Planning
Ongoing
• Where practical, locatingthe buildingnear transit and a diverse mix of uses;
• Sitingthe buildingto encourage walking; and
• Securing bicycle parking, and where feasible, other cycling friendly facilities such as
showers/lockers
New and renovated buildings should be designed and constructed to improve the health of the
P6 2
residents, workers, and visitors
Encourage the use of stairs between floors by designing internal staircases to be visually prominent and
A6.2
attractive.
Ongoing
Planning
Not Initiated
P6.3
Support and partner with health providers to offer active living activities and events.
A6.3a
Partner with Lighten UP SGV to promote health classes and events.
Short -Term
LU-SGV/CS
Not Initiated
Support health fairs with information, health care screenings and services, and activities celebrating
A6.3b
active living. The event should be sponsored by a range of health service partners. The health fair should
have a strong focus on active living, healthy eating, and mental health.
Ongoing
Health Service Partners
Not Initiated
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ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Implement a Complete Streets Policy for the city to ensure that the right of way will provide safe
P6.4
access for all users.
Publish a Complete Streets Manual that provides engineering and design guidelines for different street
A6.4
typologies to better accom-modate a mix of modes, including cars, public transportation, cyclists, and
pedestrians; apply the standards in the manual to projects whenever possible.
Short -Term
PW/Planning
Not Initiated
Seek to increase its amounts of parks and trails to support physical activity and reduce the incidence
P6.5
of chronic illness.
Continue to work with the local school districts to maintain and expand after school use of school
A 6.5
facilities for playing fields, parks aces, and other activities.
On oin
CS/School Districts
Not Initiated
P6.6
Improve bike and pedes n safety for all ages.
A6.6a
Monitor and improve areas with a high incidence of pedestrian/vehicle and bicycle/vehicle collisions.
Ongoing
PD/PW
In Progress
Partner with the local school districts to prioritize safety and roadway improvements around schools that
A6.6b
encourage walking and biking to school.
Short -Term
PW/School Districts
In Progress
Our Healthy and Safe Community - B. Mental Health and Social Capital
Preserve and strengthen social capital by supporting formal and informal social net -works in the
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community.
A 6.7
Increase access to safe, comfortable, and interesting public spaces.
Short -Term
Planning/PW
Ongoing
Increase rates of participation at community events such as adult education, senior activities, family -
P6.8
oriented programs, and youth activities.
Increase the marketing of existing programs and events and add new programs and events to reduce the
A6.8
risk of social isolation.
Short -Term
CS/School Districts
Ongoing
P6.9
Increase awareness about how to prevent mental illness and promote mental health.
A6 9
Partner with health care providers, caregivers, schools, senior center to increase access to mental health
CS/Health Care
information and resources.
Short -Term
Providers/School District
Ongoing
Our Healthy and Safe Community - C. Healthy and Nutritious Food
P6.10
Increase access to health -promoting foods and beverages in West Covina.
Form partnerships with organizations such as health care facilities, schools, Hurst Ranch, Plaza West
Health Care
A6.10a
Covina, and food banks to encourage healthy foods and beverages.
Short -Term
Providers/School
Districts/Plaza West
Ongoing
Discourage the sale of less healthy foods and beverages within local government facilities, recreational
A6.IOb
areas, and near public or private schools, or at sports events.
Covina/Food Banks
Not Initiated
A6.1Oc
Encoura e xopetty owners to make use of vacant properties as community gardens
Ongoing
Planning
Not Initiated
Our Healthy and Safe Community - D. Police
P6.11
Provide community safety through enhanced police services.
Increase public access to police services by:
• increasing police staffing to coincide with increasing population, development, and call for
A 6.1la
services;
Short -Term
PD
Not Initiated
• require the funding of new services from fees or assessments from new development.
Completed
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ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Add bike patrol in Downtown area to prevent, intervene, and enforce activities while allowing
A6.1 lb
personalized police contacts that enhance the relationship between the police depart -meat and the people
it serves.
Ongoing
PD
Not Initiated
A6.1 le
Continue to support and expand the Neighborhood Watch program.
Ongoing
PD
Ongoing
Co -habit with the Fire Department a future public service center to increase the presence and services in
A6.1 ld
the Downtown area.
Long -Term
PD/FD
Not Initiated
A6.1 le
Provide education about specific safety concerns such as property crimes and auto -theft.
Ongoing
PD
Ongoing
P6.12
Address safety during development review process.
Incorporate Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design (CPTED) principles and best practices
A 6.12a
into zoning ordinances and development review processes for new development and major rehabilitation.
Immediate
Planning/PD
Not Initiated
Develop an ordinance that restricts the location and concentration of liquor stores within 500 feet of
A6.12b
schools and parks. Include an incentive program to facilitate the transition of liquor stores to food
markets and local grocery stores.
Short -Term
Phmning/PD
Completed
Our Healthy and Safe Community - E. Fire
P6.13
I Optimize firefighting and emergency response capabilities.
Resolve extended response time problems by:
• increasing police staffing to coincide with increasing population, development, and call for
A 6.13a
services;
Immediate
FD
Ongoing
• require the funding of new services from fees or assessments from new development.
Completed
Co -habit with the Police Department a future public service center to improve the service times in the
A6.13b
Downtown area.
Long -Term
FD/PD
Not Initiated
P6.14
Address fire -prevention during development review process.
Dedicated person for fire prevention review during design, construction, inspection, and operation of
A6.14
development projects to ensure adequacy of fire protection, access for firefighting,water supply, and
vegetation clearance.
Ongoing
FD
In Progress
Our Healthy and Safe Community - F. Natural Hazards
Limit the exposure to potential natural hazards through adoption and enforcement of appropriate
P6.15
building standards, land use controls, and environmental review.
Require all development to comply with the provisions of the latest California Building Code, including
A 6.15a
provisions related to design and engineering to mitigate potential impacts from seismic events, fires, and
other hazards.
Ongoing
PW
Ongoing
Review Zoning Ordinance and subdivision requirements, make recommendations to the City Council and
A6.15b
Planning Commission on the implications of the Safety Element, and make any necessary changes.
Short -Term
Planning/PW
In Progress
Require CEQA environmental reviews to analyze and as necessary mitigate potential natural hazards on a
A6.15c
Ongoing
site -specific basis
Ongoing
Planning/PW
Require Specific Plans to recognize the findings of this Safety Element as critical land use guidelines are
A6.15d
developed for specific areas.
Ongoing
Planning/PW
Ongoing
Take actions to reduce the potential for loss of life or property in areas of high seismic risk and
P6.16
areas subject to landslide and lique-faction hazards.
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ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Require geological and soils engineering investigations in areas of moderate or high landslide risk,
A6.16
potential liquefaction and subsidence areas, and critical seismic zones such as Alquist-Priolo fault zones
Ongoing
PW
Ongoing
P6.17
Take actions to reduce the potential for loss of life or property in high fire hazard areas.
Review and evaluate proposed land uses in extreme and high fire hazard areas for their vulnerability to
A 6.17a
fire and potential ignition sources.
Short -Term
Planning/PW/FD
Not Initiated
A6.17b
11rohibit the use of untreated shake roofs in areas of high and extreme fire hazard.
Ongoing
PW/FD
Ongoing
Adopt special inspection criteria in those areas of extreme, high, and medium fire risk during critical fire
A6.17c
season when the sustained wind velocity exceeds 25 miles per hour.
Ongoing
PW/FD
Not Initiated
Study the adoption of rigid inspection standards for off -road vehicles (such as muffler and spark arrestor
A6.17d
controls) and closely control the usage of off -road vehicles during periods of high fire risk (such as
"Santa Ana" wind events with low humidity and strong winds).
Mid -Term
PW/FD
Not Initiated
A6.17e
Investigate water re -use programs in the hill -side areas to aid in fire prevention.
Mid -Term
PW/FD
Not Initiated
Work with homeowners and builders constructing homes in or adjacent to high and extreme fire risk
areas to make all water in privately owned swimming pools in these areas accessible to the trucks for use
A6.17f
in onsite the protection. This could be accomplished through the inclusion of suitable gates and
driveways in both existing and proposed homes.
Mid -Term
FD
Not Initiated
Continue to support programs to reduce fire hazards from vegetation in areas of extreme to high fire risk.
A6.17g
Such programs may take a variety of forms and would include current City weed and brush removal
programs, as well as control and use of fire retardant plantings.
Ongoing
FD
Ongoing
Take actions to reduce the potential for loss of life or property in flood zones and potential dam
P6.18
inundation areas.
Review and evaluate proposed land uses in flood zones for their vulnerability to potential flooding and
A 6.18a
potential exposure of life and property to damage or loss from flooding.
Short -Term
PW
Ongoing
Improve emergency service capabilities in areas subject to potential dam inundation in order to shorten
A6.18b
times required for emergency evacuation and mobilization efforts. Identify manpower and equipment
needs, as well as approach to notification of affected households.
Short -Term
PW/FD
Not Initiated
A6.I Sc
Actively sup it efforts to inspect dams and evaluate dam safety requirements.
Short -Term
PW
Ongoing
Investigate siting of future critical facilities in only those areas beyond the 60-minute line that signifies
A6.18d
the time between dam failure and inundation.
Ongoing
PW
Not Initiated
Support or sponsor flood plain studies along Walnut Creek and other drainage areas to better equip the
A6.18e
City to deal with flood problems.
Short -Tenn
PW
Not Initiated
Make information on flood potential available to developers, industries, and appropriate civic groups in
A6.18f
areas affected by potential dam inundation.
Short -Term
PW
Not Initiated
Encourage State, federal, and other governmental agencies to intensify research on flood and inundation
A6.18g
hazards
Mid -Term
PW
Not Initiated
Prevent serious structural damage and fune-tional impairment to critical facilities and structures,
P6.19
especially where large numbers of people are apt to congregate at one time.
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DISCUSSION:
ESTIMATED DEVELOPMENT POTENTIAL
In the "Our Well Planned Community" chapter of the General Plan, estimates are provided for the amount of
development in the City over the 20-year horizon of the General Plan. Projected growth is divided
geographically with the majority being in the Downtown district. In addition to the Downtown, the General
Plan also identifies other areas in the City where growth can be accommodated. These areas are divided into
three categories; districts, corridors, and neighborhood centers. Downtown is included in the Districts
category. The Development Chart is included as Attachment No. 1. The chart also includes the forecasted
development identified in the General Plan and the cumulative number of units and/or square footage
constructed in 2020. Units and square footage constructed are reported based on the issuance of building
permits, rather than certificates of occupancy to be consistent with the Housing Element reporting. This allows
staff to reliably and regularly track actual development against the amount of development that was studied in
the Program Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and in the General Plan.
During 2020, no building permits were obtained for new commercial buildings in the specified areas (Eastland
Center, Auto Plaza, BKK Districts, and the following corridors North Azusa, South Glendora, and Sunset).
This may be largely due to the pandemic, given that the City approved entitlements to a number of
development projects in 2019 and 2020.
GENERAL PLAN POLICIES STATUS
Through this reporting process, the Planning Division provides annual updates on the progress of the City in
meeting the goals, policies, and actions identified in the General Plan (including the Housing Element). Staff
updated the chart (Attachment No. 2) listing the goals, policies, and actions of the General Plan, as well as
their current status. Items marked "Ongoing" are actions with no definitive end date. Items marked "In
Progress" have been initiated but not yet completed. Items marked "Completed" have been implemented.
Items marked "Not Initiated" have not been started. The General Plan and Housing Element include a menu of
goals and objectives allowing the City to evaluate and select actions to focus on in the near future. To allow the
General Plan to stay a valuable tool for staff and the community, goals and objectives should be modified from
time to time so that the menu continues to be relevant.
HOUSING ELEMENT
The Housing Element is one of the seven required elements of a General Plan. It is unique in that it is the only
element that is required to be updated at regular intervals and is required to be certified by the California
Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). The Housing Element was modified as part of
the General Plan update process and was adopted by the City Council in 2016. HCD certified the revised
Housing Element on April 5, 2017.
One of the most important aspects of the Housing Element is the requirement to plan for growth for the
number and type of housing units required by the Regional Housing Needs Assessment (RHNA). The State
determines the number of housing units needed in the State, then divides that total number up among
regions. The Southern California region is addressed through the Southern California Association of
Governments (SCAG). The number of units assigned to West Covina for the 2014-2021 period was 831
housing units across all income categories (very low income = 217, low income = 129, moderate income = 138
and above moderate income = 347). The requirement of the City is to provide information that the zoning in
the City allows for at least that many housing units be constructed. This information is provided in the
Housing Element and is part of the evaluation of HCD prior to certifying a Housing Element.
ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Review all critical facilities (including, but not limited to, hospitals, evacuation centers, emergency
services and communications facilities, high pressure natural gas lines and high capacity petroleum and
A6.19
electrical transmission lines) for their susceptibility to potential hazards. This review should be conducted
by a structural engineer, and funding sources for this program should be sought from all available local,
regional, state, and federal sources.
Short -Term
PW/FD
Not Initiated
Engage in and support inter -agency coordination regarding emergency services and response, and
P6 20
critical facilities
Encourage and participate in mutual aid agreements between the fire departments of local cities and Los
A 6.20a
Angeles County
Short -Term
FD
Ongoing
Improve power and gas line inspections and new installations through a coordinated effort between
A6.20b
providers of electricity and natural gas and the West Covina Fire Department.
Ongoing
FD
Not Initiated
Update West Covina's Natural Hazard Mitigation Plan (NHMP) on a regular basis in order to
P6.21
reflect changing conditions, best practices, regulatory environment, and advancements in
knowledge; and to main-tain eligibility for public assistance grants.
A6.21a
Update West Covina's NHMP every 5 years.
Short -Tenn
PW/FD
Not Initiated
A6.2lb
Carry out the actions contained in NHMP.
Ongoing
PW/FD
Ongoing
Develop and disseminate educational programs, through a variety of media, to familiarize the
P6 22
citizens of West Covina with the Safety Element, the NHMP, and related issues.
Develop and disseminate educational programs regarding the Safety Element, the NHMP, and general
safety information to organizations such as school districts, agencies serving the aged and handicapped,
A6.22a
industries susceptible to seismic hazards, and civic groups, and encourage them to implement these
programs and/or incorporate them into their own safety programs.
Short -Term
PD
Not Initiated
Coordinate with the school districts to initiate educational programs in lower grades using displays and
A6.22b
demonstrations that would expose younger children to the nature and strength of fire, for the purpose of
tempering their natural curiosity about fire with knowledge of, and a sense of respect for, its hazards.
Ongoing
PD/FD
Not Initiated
Coordinate with the school districts in the City to support or sponsor exhibits and presentations in
secondary school demonstrating the more involved aspects of fire dynamics, i.e. major contributing
A6.22c
factors of fire hazards and the relationship of fire to the natural ecology. Encourage parental cooperation
and assistance in overall fire education programs.
OnRoiniz
PD
Not Initiated
Make the Safety Element and the NHMP available to builders and realtors, and encourage them to share
A6.22d
relevant information from these documents with homebu ers and tenants.
Long -Tenn
PD/FD
Ongoing
Our Healthy and Safe Community - G. Noise
P6.23
Ensure that new development is not exposed to excessive noise.
Require new developments to reduce exterior noise levels for any usable outdoor area to the "normally
A 6.23a
acceptable" range in the City's land use/noise compatibility matrix, shown in Table 6.4 of this Noise
Element.
Ongoing
Planning/PW
Ongoing
Require mixed -use structures and areas to be designed to prevent transfer or noise from commercial to
A6.23b
residential uses, and to ensure a 45 CNEL level or lower for all interior living spaces.
�Ongoing1PIanningmW
Ongoing
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ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Require any residential component of all new buildings to comply with the requirements of the
A6.23c
residential noise insulations standards of the most recent edition of California's building code.
Ongoing
Planning/PW
Ongoing
P6.24
Ensure that new development does not expose surrounding land uses to excessive noise.
Through the environmental review process, require applicants for new development proposals to analyze
A 6.24
potential noise impacts on nearby noise -sensitive receivers before project approval. As feasible, require
appropriate noise mitigation to address any identified significant noise impacts.
Ongoing
Planning
Ongoing
P6.25
Minimize noise conflicts between local noise en-erators and sensitive receivers.
A6.25a
Continue to enforce the Ci 's existing Noise Ordinance.
Ongoing
Planning/PW
Ongoing
Track noise complaints to determine areas of potential problems, and work proactively with the noise
A6.25b
generators and the affected parties to reduce the impacts of such noise.
Ongoing
Planning/PW
Ongoing
P6.26
Strive to reduce potential noise impacts in the Cit 's own operations.
Comply with the City's Noise Ordinance and State and federal occupational health and safety noise
A6.26a
standards in the Ci 's own operations.
Ongoing
PW/CS/Planning
Ongoing
Purchase any equipment that produces high noise levels with all necessary and feasible noise abating
A6.26b
.equipment installed.
Ongoing
PW/CS/Planning
Ongoing
P6.27
Minimize the noise impacts of transportation facilities and improvements.
Continue to encourage the enforcement of regulations such as the State Vehicle Code noise standards for
A6.27a
automobiles, trucks, and motorcycles operating within the City.
Ongoing
PD
Ongoing
Maintain liaison with transportation agencies such as Caltrans regarding reduction of noise from existing
A6.27b
transportation facilities.
Ongoing
PW
Ongoing
Consider, where appropriate, tools for mitigating noise impacts of transportation facilities on new and
existing development. Such tools may include noise insulation for interior spaces, site design solutions,
A6.27c
and noise barriers such as sound walls and bemvs. Site design solutions such as setbacks are frequently
preferable to barriers, and beans are frequently preferable to sound walls, for reasons of aesthetics and
otential noise reflection effects.
Ongoing
PW/Planning
Ongoing
A6.27d
Consider, where appropriate, the diversion of through traffic from purely residential areas.
Ongoing
PW/Planning
Ongoing
The City shall partner with adjacent cities and other jurisdictions and the private sector to seek and secure
funding for railroad safety improvements, including securing rail right-of-way, and developing "Quiet
A6.27e
Zones", grade separations, and/ or other safety projects for at -grade rail crossings at the intersection of
Azusa Canyon Road and Los Angeles Street and on Fairway Drive at Valley Boulevard.
Short -Tenn
PW/Planning
Not Initiated
Our Creative Community - A. Build Capacity
Provide ongoing direction, administration and financial resources to address West Covina's cultural
P7 1
needs.
Bring dedicated human and financial resources through grants, internship, contract positions, etc. to
A7.la
support im lementation.
Short -Term
Ongoing
A7.16
Determine the administrative structure in West Covina best suited to support cultural development.
Immediate
Ongoing
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ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Cs
Identify and establish an appropriate organizational structure like a Cultural Advisory Committee or task
A7.1 c
the existing Community Services Group or Commission to work collaboratively with partners and
provide direction and support for ongoing cultural development.
Immediate
Ongoing
A7.ld
Define the financial implications and establish a budget for implementing specific initiatives.
Short -Term
Not Initiated
Our Creative Commu rit - B. Leverage West Covina's Assets for Economic Growth
P7.2
lLeverage cultural resources to support downtown and corridor revitalization.
Reuse vacant or underutilized buildings in the downtown area and along the Corridors to provide shared
A7.2a
space for artists or small creative cultural enterprise, or to display works of local cultural significance.
Ongoing
Planning/CS
Ongoing
A7.2b
Expand cultural and heritage tourism in West Covina.
Short -Term
Ongoing
Planning/CED
A7.2c
Engage local retailers, hotels, and restaurants to increase awareness of local cultural resources.
Ongoing
Ongoing
Our Creative Communit - C. Build a Robust Cultural Sector
P7.3
Increase public art and cultural expression throughout the community.
A7.3a
Continue to facilitate works of art in public spaces per the City's Arts in Public Places Program.
Short -Tenn
Planning/PW
Not Initiated
A7.3b
Develop a ma(promotional brochure) that identifies the location of all public art.
Short -Term
CS (Planning)
Completed
A7.3c
Sponsor and organize local an exhibits in public facilities, performances, festivals, cultural events, and
CS/Health Care
forums.
Short -Tenn
Providers/School District
Not Initiated
A7.3d
Establish an online community -driven calendar of festivals and events to promote cultural activities.
Short -Term
CED/CS
Ongoing
A7.3e
Strengthen wayfinding signs to help profile cultural resources.
Mid -Term
CED/CS
Not Initiated
Build on and extend current efforts in cross promotion and marketing among cultural organizations and
A7.3f
activities.
Short -Term
CS
In Progress
A7.3g
Work with the schools to integrate arts education into core curriculum.
Mid -Term
CS/School Districts
Not Initiated
A7.3h
Identify and promote the cultural events hosted at different places of worship that are open to the public.
Mid -Tenn
CS
Not Initiated
P7.4
Expand places ands aces where cultural activities can occur.
Undertake a systematic audit of places and spaces in West Covina where cultural activities currently or
A7.4a
potentially could take place. Make this database publicly accessible to assist cultural groups in finding
potential venues for their activities.
Short -Term
CS/Planning/CED
Not Initiated
A7.4b
Meet diverse needs for performance, exhibition, and workspace.
Mid -Tenn
CS
Not Initiated
Examine current zoning, licensing, and permitting requirements with the objective of supporting and
A7.4c
facilitating community groups planning festivals and events.
Short -Tenn
Planning
Not Initiated
Our Creative Communit - D. Celebrate and Promote West Covina's Cultural Assets
P7.5
Provide access to cultural opportunities across the community for all residents.
A7.5a
Promote the cultural and artistic expressions of West Covina's underrepresented cultural groups.
Short -Term
CS
Not Initiated
Consider establishing new Pan -Asian and Hispanic festivals that create a unique cultural brand for West
A7.5b
Covina.
Short -Term
CS/CED
Not Initiated
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ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
OF Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Continue efforts to provide free and/or afford-ble cultural programming in anchor cultural institutions
A7.5c
and through the promotion of free community festivals and events.
Ongoing
CS
Not Initiated
Encourage establishment of one or more festivals or events geared to the interests of youth. Engage youth
A7.5d
in the determination of such an event(s).
Short -Term
CS
Not Initiated
Encourage the establishment of one or more festivals or events geared to the interests of seniors. Engage
A7.5e
seniors in the determination of such an event(s).
Short -Term
CS
Not Initiated
P7.6
Brand and promote the four corners of Amar Road and Azusa Avenue as "Little Manila".
A7.6a
Create an identification and way finding sin program for the four comers.
Short -Term
Planning
Not Initiated
A7.6b
Encourage and support a BID.
Mid -Term
Property Owners
Not Initiated
A7.6c
Develop a master plan for the four corners area.
Mid -Term
Planning
Not Initiated
Assess, avoid, and mitigate potential impacts to archeological, paleontological, and tribal resources
through the CEQA review process for development projects carried out within the City. Comply
with existing regulations relating to Native Amer-ican resources, including California
P7 7
Envi-ronmemal Quality Act Section 15064.5(d) and (e) and Public Resources Code §509798
concerning burial grounds, and Assembly Bill 52 and Senate Bill 18 for consultation with Native
American tribes for development projects carried out within the City.
Require development to avoid archaeologi-al and paleontological resources, whenever possible. If
complete avoidance is not possible, require development to minimize and fully mitigate the impacts to
A7 7
the resources. Notify California Native American tribes and organizations of proposed projects that have
the potential to adversely impact cultural resources.
Ongoing
Planning
Ongoing
Our Active Community - A. Variety of Open Space Types
P8.1
Encourage the distribution of a variety of park types and sizes throughout the City.
A8.1
Develop variety of new park types of different sizes and require them in new development.
Short -Term
Planning/CS
Not Initiated
Encourage the development of non-traditional park types, including green belts, linear parks, urban
PS 2
trails, and pocket parks.
A8.2a
Require dedication of land identified as linear park in conjunction with new development.
Ongoing
Planning/CS
Not Initiated
Work with the County to initiate efforts to create a linear park public nail system along the Walnut
A8.2b
Creek.
Immediate
PW/Planning/CS
Not Initiated
A8.2c
Update and create new agreements for joint use of school and City recreational and park facilities.
Short -Term
CS/School Districts
In Progress
P8.3
Reinforce existing joint use agreements with schools to fill in service gaps.
Pursue joint use agreement with California Elementary School, Cortez Elementary School, Hollencrest
A8.3
Middle School, Orangewood Elementary School, Merced Elementary School, South Hills High School,
and Traweek Middle School.
Short -Term
CS/School Districts
In Progress
Our Active Communit - B. Walk or Bike to Parks
P8.4
Small and frequent open saces should be dispersed throughout the neighborhood.
Develop new neighborhood parks, pocket parks, and community gardens as feasible and appropriate to
A8.4
meet citizen needs and require them in new development.
Ongoing
CS/Planning
Ongoing
Our Active Community - C. Public Access to Open Space
P8.5
Develop and improve access to parks.
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ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Identify and eliminate barriers, safety issues along walkways, and gaps in pedestrian and bike networks,
A8.5
and improve bike facilities that encourage access to parks.
Ongoing
PW/CS
Ongoing
Our Active Community - D. Connect Space
P8.6
Develop a network of open saces.
Connect the open spaces to neighborhoods through a series of landscaped streets that provide green links
A8.6a
to the Walnut Creek as well as stormwater drainage.
Short -Term
PW
Not Initiated
Revise zoning ordinance to require new development to connect their open spaces to the open space
A8.6b
network.
Short -Term
Planning
Not Initiated
Educate property owners, political leaders and the community about the economic, social, and
A8.6c
environmental benefits of open sace network.
Short -Term
Planning/CS
In Progress
Our Active Community - E. Safety
P8.7
The location and design of open saces should take advantage of surrounding land uses.
Revise the zoning ordinances to require open spaces to designed in the line of sight of adjacent land uses
A8.7
and activities to ensure visibility. The frontages should have active edges such as front doors and
windows, or storefronts for commercial uses.
Short -Term
Planning/PD
In Progress
P8.8
Increase safety in public parks.
Provide adequate lighting; maintaining land-scaping to maximize visibility; remove grafitti as soon as
A8.8 a
possible; remove trash, debris, weeds, etc. from public areas with ongoing maintenance of those public
areas; and conduct regular police patrols and provide public safety information.
Short -Term
CS/PD
Ongoing
Partner with the community through programs that activate spaces or provide more eyes on the public
A8.8b
facility, such as neighborhood watch groups.
Ongoing
PD
Not Initiated
A8.8c
Design facilities to be universally accessible for seniors, children and those with disabilities.
Ongoing
Planning/PW
Ongoing
Encourage developers to incorporate building and site design techniques that reduce crime, such as
A8.8d
utilizing Crime Prevention through Environmental Desi (CPTED) strategies.
Ongoing
PD/Planning
Ongoing
A8.8e
Provide convenient and safe on -street puking. Avoid using ark site for parking.
Ongoing
CS/Planing
Ongoing
Our Active Community - F. MaintenanceVIEW
Investigate and evaluate opportunities and incentives for other agencies, non -profits, private
P8.9
businesses, and user groups to par-ticipate in the maintenance and replacement costs of parks, open
.space, and recreational facilities.
Develop a citywide initiative to encourage "Friends of Parks" service organizations like West Covina
CS/Service
A8.9a
Beautiful or San Gabriel Mountains Regional Conservancy & Community Service Group for short term
Orgs/Community Service
clean-up projects.
Ongoing
Groups
Not Initiated
Continue to use the Capital Improvements Program to plan for the identification of available resources
A8.9b
for park facility repair, upgrades, and replacements through the budget process.
Ongoing
CS/PW/Planning
Ongoing
Institute an impact fee for capital improvements to mitigate the impact of new development on parks and
A8.9c
open spaces.
Immediate
Planning
Completed
Continue to search for opportunities in grants and to encourage private donations. Identify other effective
A8.9d
Ongoing
CS
funding sources for park and recreational programs, such as trusts and other fund raising activities.
Ongoing
A8.9e
Promote the use of City facilities forspecial events, such as festivals and tournaments.
lOngoing
!CS
lOngoing
Our Active Community - G. Facilities and Programming
P8.10
I Continue to monitor and provide for the needs of a changing demographic.
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ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
If necessary, make operational and programming changes to reflect the changing preferences and needs of
A8.10
a diverse and aging o ulation.
On oin
CS
Ongoing
P8.11
Ensure equal access to facilities and programs.
A8.11 a
Improve facilities at City Parks to respond to the requirements of special needs groups.
Ongoing
CS
Ongoing
Adjust and subsidize fees to ensure that all residents have the opportunity to participate in recreation
A8.1 lb
Programs.
Ongoing
P8.12
lExplore the feasibility of building a new counununity pool facility.
A8.12a
Identify location for a new pool based on user access and convenience, and land availability and cost.
Mid -Term
CS
Not Initiated
Update the impact fee schedule as necessary to ensure that development provides its fair share of the
A8.12b
,capital improvement needs for parks and recreation.
Immediate
Planning
Ongoing
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ATTACHMENT NO. 3
Please Start Here
General n orma ion
Jurisdiction Name
West Covina
Reporting Calendar Year
2020
Contact n orma ion
First Name
Jo -Anne
Last Name
Burns
Title
Planning Manager
Email
iburns@westcovina.org
Phone
6269398761
Mailing Address
Street Address
1444 W Garvey Ave S
City
West Covina
Zipcode
91790
Table A
Housing Development Applications Submitted
Project Identifier
Unit Types
Date
Application
Submitted
Total
Approved
Units by
Project
Streamlining
Notes
1
2
3
4
5
6
T
9
10
Prior APN'
Current APN
Street Address
Project Name'
Unit Category
(SFA,SFD,2U
4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=Renter
O=Owne
Data
Appli tion
Submitted
(see
nstructions)
Above
Moderate-
Income
TOUT PROPOSED
UniU by Project
Total
APPROVED
Was APPLICATION
SUBMITTED
Notes'
Pursuant to GC
65913.4(b)'!
Streamlining)
Units by project
Summa Row: Stan
Data Entry Below
4.a
S
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
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SUR zoaz
ADU
R
0112-020
1
1
1
No
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
sUR zoaa
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
ADU
R
—..a
1
1
1
No
sUR zoa
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
ADU
R
—ace
1
1
1
No
Sun zone
ADU
R
21
2
2
No
ADU and JADU
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
$UR2o-10
ADU
R
—20
1
11
1
No
ADU
Ril
S 20
1
1
1
No
suRzo-12
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
SUR zo-1a
ADU
R
2
2
1
No
ADU and JADU
i
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
8477.1—
me
s2 Nymewood St
SUR2o-1e
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
SURzo-1a
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
Pk
sUR zo-zo
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
maple St
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
o-zz sUR z
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
acsery street
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
sUR zo-za
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
sUR zo-za
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
nvin9lm nva
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
sUR zo-za
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
acsery nve
ADU
R
1
1
No
ao sUR zo
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
ADU
R
1
1
1
No
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Staff has completed the required HCD forms to report on the new housing construction activity and the
progress on the programs included in the Housing Element. This Housing Element term is from 2014 to 2021.
This information is provided in Attachment No. 2. In 2020, building permits were issued for 32 new housing
units (7 new single-family house, 14 multi -family units on Cameron, and 11 accessory dwelling units). This
increases the number of units issued permits in this term to 751 units. During this review period (2014 to
2021), there have been several housing developments constructed in the City, the largest of which is the 450-
unit Colony development on Glendora Avenue. All the units have been market rate units (i.e., above moderate
income), with no affordable units being constructed in that time frame.
CONCLUSION
This report covers the implementation of the goals of the General Plan for 2020, as well as development
progress made within the adopted EIR and Housing Element.
LEGAL REVIEW:
The City Attorney's Office has reviewed this staff report.
OPTIONS:
The City Council has the following options:
1. To adopt the report as submitted, or
2. To request staff provide additional information in the report before submitting to the State.
Prepared by: Jo -Anne Burns, Planning Manager
Attachments
Attachment No. 1 - General Plan Development Chart
Attachment No. 2 - General Plan Policy Chart
Attachment No. 3 - Housing Element Progress Report
CITY Enhance the City Image and Effectiveness
COUNCIL
GOALS &
OBJECTIVES:
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Jurisdiction west Covina ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
This table is auto -populated once you enter yourjurisdic8on name and current
Reporting year 2020 (Jan.1-Dee. 31) Housing Element Implementation year data. Past year information comes from previous APRs.
(CCR Title 25 §6202) (Please contact HCD if your data is different than the material supplied here
Table B
Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress
Permitted Units Issued by Affordability
1
3
4
Income Level
RHNA Allocation
by Income Level
2014 2018
2018
20 2018
2019
2020
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Cells in grey centain auto -calculation formulas
ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
CCR Title 25 6202)
Jurisdiction West Covina
Reporting Year 2020 Jan. 1 - Dec. 31
Table D
Program Implementation Status pursuant to GC Section 65583
Housing Programs Progress Report
Describe progress of all programs including local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing as identified in the housing
element.
1
2
3
4
Name of Program
Objective
Timeframe in H.E
Status of Program Implementation
Assist 10 households annually and
Administering loans from previously implemented HPP program. Implemented
Housing Preservation
advertise the program on the City's
Ongoing
revised HPP program in 2017. Funding came from CDBG and Low/Moderate
Program
website and periodically in the City'S
Housing Funds. In 2019 and 2020 staff provided 5 loans to West Covina
newsletter.
homeowners.
Assist 50 households annually and
Home Improvement Loan
advertise the program on the City's
Program
website and periodically in the City's
Ongoing
Administering existing loans. No funding available for new loans.
newsletter.
Maintain a list of affordable units
throughout the City including
Monitoring compliance of six affordable housing projects in the City, including
Monitor and Preserve
affordability information to ensure
Ongoing
Heritage Park, Lark Ellen Village, Mauna Loa Apartments, The Promenade, Senior
Affordable Housing
landlords are compliant with deed
Villas I and Senior Villas II. The City continues to monitor the status of existing
restrictions and to preserve affordable
affordable units within the City. There are 687 affordable units within the City.
units.
Educate and encourage the use of
energy conservation measures in the
The City encourages energy conservation and compliance with State laws as it
Energy Efficient Design
development of residential units.
Ongoing
relates to energy conservation for residential developments.
Provide information on funding
programs.
Utilize CDBG funds to continue the Cade
The City provides a Code Enforcement program to bring substandard housing
Code Enforcement
Enforcement program. Address code
enforcement violations as necessary.
Ongoing
units into compliance with City building and property maintenance codes.
Provide technical and financial (when
available) assistance for the
The City continues to inform multi -family housing developers of available sites
development of 20 new affordable
and State and Federal programs. No developers have submitted projects. The
Acuisition and
housing units and the rehabilitation of
Ongoing
Community Development Commission as the Housing Authority approved the
Rehabiliation
50 units during the 2008.2014 planning
loan refininancing of the Promenade Apartments that allows the property owner
period using a combination of federal,
access to funds in order to rehabilitate all 124 affordable units.
state, and local funds.
Affordable Housing
Maintain a list of mortgage lenders
Financing
participating in the California Housing
Ongoing
Lenders participating in the CHFA program are available on request.
Finance Agency (CHFA) program.
Facilitate the development of alternative
housing models (i.e. senior housing)
Alternative Housing
suited to the community housing needs
Ongoing
No developers have expressed interest or submitted projects.
Models
through the provision of flexible zoning
regulations.
Increase resident awareness about
The City provides Information on resources and programs offered by the County
Los Angeles County
housing programs offered by the County
as well as other nonprofit organizations providing housing resources/programs.
Partnership
by advertising them at City Hall and
Ongoing
City staff provides information to residents seeking housing assistance as well as
online.
on the Citywebsite.
On an annual basis, review development
The City processed Code Amendment No. 14.05 to address processing standards
(including single-family additions and new houses)(effective 5117118), Code
standards, to ensure that the
Amendment No. 17-03 to address accessory dwelling units standards (effective
Remove Development
Constraints
development of lower income housing
can occur. Revise the development code
Ongoing
7119118), Downtown Plan revision to address development and building -type
to address all constraints identified in
standards (including for multi -family residential) (effective 9120/18), Code
Section 6 of the Housing Element.
Amendment No. 19-06 to address accessory dwelling units standards in
compliance with State Law (effective 1/1/2020)
Continue to use flexible development
standards to facilitate the development
Flexible Development
of affordable housing through
Standards
promotion of maximum development
Ongoing
No developers have expressed interest or submitted projects.
densities in the multi -family zone and
the new mixed -use overlay.
Promote the City's density bonus
ordinance that offers bonuses for the
Density Bonus Ordiance
provision of affordable housing,
Ongoing
The City has standards in the Municipal Code for density bonuses in compliance
depending on the amount and type
with state law. No applications submitted in 2020.
provided, consistent with revised
Government Code 465915.
The City will assign senior staff to
Fast-track/Priority
handle the projects, and staff assistance
Application Processing
may be provided to prepare the
Ongoing
No applications were submitted in 2018.
necessary documents in half the typical
Drocessing time.
Amend the Zoning Code to require only
ministerial consideration of second -unit
The City processed Code Amendment No. 19.06 to address accessory dwelling
Second -Unit Ordinance
applications to encourage the creation
Ongoing
units standards (effective 111/2020) and has been continually working with HCD to
of second -units.
ensure the City's Ordinance complies with current State Laws.
Encourage the provision of affordable
housing by allowing manufactured
Manufactured Housing
housing (including mobile homes) in
Ongoing
No permits issued for manufactured housing. No new mobile home parks
Mobile Home Rent Control
single family residential zones, subject
proposed in 2020.
to the conditions consistent with State
law.
Immediately following the adoption and
Water and Sewer Service
certification of the Housing Element,
Providers
Staff will deliver copies to all providers
Ongoing
Letters mailed following adoption of Housing Element.
of sewer and water service within the
City of West Covina.
Flood Management
Ensure that flood risks are considered
Ongoing
The City continues to comprehensively review projects, specially projects located
when making land use decisions.
within moderate and minimal risk areas as identified by FEMA.
Continue to assist households through
The City continues to promote fair housing practices and refer fair housing
Fair Housing Program
he Housing Rights Center, and continue
tto
Ongoing
complaints to the Housing Rights Center. The City provided $10,000 in CDBG
refer fair housing complaints to the
funding to the Housing Rights Center.
Housing Rights Center.
Create a process to make reasonable
accommodation requests for land use
Reasonable
and zoning decisions and procedures
Ongoing
The City has standards in the Municipal Code for reasonable accommodation. No
Accommodation
regulating the location, funding,
reasonable accommodation requests were submitted in 2020.
development and use of housing for
people with disabilities.
Continue to operate the housing match
Senior Center Shared
program through the Senior Citizens'
Ongoing
The City contributes to the funding of a social worker through the YWCA to assist
Housing Program
Center at Cortez Avenue with the goal of
seniors with housing placement.
making 10 matches a year.
City provided $81,396 to the four agencies mentioned in FY 19.20. As part of a
collaborative grant proposal with the Cities of Azusa, Covina, Duarte, and
Glendora to the County of Los Angeles, $343,250 was awarded to the five Cities
Provide $200,000 in CDBG funding to
to fund Housing Navigators to perform outreach and case management to
Homeless Assistance
care providers and associated facilities
Ongoing
homeless persons in the five cities. West Covina was also awarded $100,000 in
Program
through 2014.
Measure H funds to increase the availability of temporary beds through motel
vouchers for those who are homeless in West Covina while they work through a
housing plan with a Navigator. Both grant activities are being carried out through
Union Station Homeless Services in Pasadena.
Direct residents in need of foreclosure
counseling to foreclosure help lines
The City will continue to provide information to residents seeking counseling
Foreclosures
provided by the County of Los Angeles
Ongoing
regarding foreclosures. Residents with questions are directed to the County and
Department of Consumer Affairs and
HUD.
HUD.
Housing for
Offer specific regulatory incentives
Developmentally Disables
when funding is available, apply for
funding at least twice during the
Ongoing
The City continues to monitor for potential developers and funding programs. No
applications have been submitted.
Persons Program
planning period.
Ensure Adequare Sites to
Ensure sufficient residential capacity to
The City has adopted a Downtown Plan and Code that allows mixed use and mid
Accommodate the RHNA
accommodate the identified regional
need for lower -income households.
Ongoing
to high density residential development.
Encourage lot consolidation of smaller
parcels within the Mixed Use Overlay or
for Affordable/Senior Housing with
Lot Consolidation
density bonus to accommodate projects
Ongoing
The City continues to inform multi -family housing developers of development
Program
including a minimum of 16 units at a
opportunities in the Mixed Use Overlay. No developers have submitted projects.
density of at least 30 dwelling units per
acre or higher.
Ensure that the housing need of all
Provide Emergency and
residents is met by providing
The Municipal Code allows for the development of emergency shelters and
Transitional Housing
opportunities for transitional housing,
Ongoing
efficiency units. No applications have been received.
emergency shelters and SRO units to be
accommodated within the City.
Jurisdiction West Covina
Reporting Year 2020 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Current Year
Very Low
Deed Restricted
0
Non -Deed Restricted
0
Low
Deed Restricted
0
Non -Deed Restricted
0
Moderate
Deed Restricted
0
Non -Deed Restricted
0
Above Moderate
32
Total Units
32
Note: Units serving extremely low-income households are included in the very low-
income permitted units totals
Housing Applications Summary
Total Housing Applications Submitted:
102
Number of Proposed Units in All Applications Received:
492
Total Housing Units Approved:
76
Total Housing Units Disapproved:
0
Use of SIB 35 Streamlining Provisions
Number of Applications for Streamlining
0
Number of Streamlining Applications Approved
0
Total Developments Approved with Streamlining
0
Total Units Constructed with Streamlining
0
Units Constructed - SIB 35 Streamlining Permits
Income
Rental
Ownership
Total
Very Low
0
0
0
Low
0
0
0
Moderate
0
0
0
Above Moderate
0
0
0
Total
0
0
0
Cells in grey contain auto -calculation formulas
ATTACHMENT NO.1
As of 12/31/20
DEVELOPMENT CHART
Districts
Downtown
Residential
1700 units
42
32
74
Retail
125,000 SF
4,000
0
5,700
Office
280,000 SF
0
0
0
Hotel
400 rooms (200,000 SF)
0
0
0
Eastland
Residential
0
0
0
0
Retail
25,000 SF
0
0
0
Office
5,000 SF
0
0
0
Hotel
200 rooms (100,000 SF)
0
0
0
Autoplaza
Residential
0
0
0
0
Retail
0
0
0
0
Office
0
0
0
0
Hotel
0
0
0
0
BKK
Residential
0
0
0
0
Retail
1 0
0
0
0
Office
01
0
0
0
Hotel
01
0
0
0
Page 1 of 3
ATTACHMENT NO.1
As of 12/31/20
Corridors
North Azusa
Residential
250 units
0
0
0
Retail
15,000 SF
0
0
0
Office
10,000 SF
0
0
0
Hotel
0
0
0
0
South Glendora
Residential
50 units
0
0
0
Retail
10,000 SF
0
0
1,850
Office
5,000 SF
0
0
0
Hotel
0
0
0
0
Sunset
Residential
50 units
0
0
0
Retail
10,000 SF
0
0
0
Office
100,000 SF
0
0
0
Hotel
0
0
0
0
Page 2 of 3
ATTACHMENT NO.1
As of 12/31/20
Neighborhood
Centers & Other
Areas
Puente Ave
Residential
0
0
0
0
Retail
5,000 SF
0
0
0
Office
0
0
0
0
Hotel
0
0
0
0
Aroma Drive
Residential
0
0
0
0
Retail
5,000 SF
0
0
0
Office
0
0
0
0
Hotel
0
0
0
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ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
POLICY CHART
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Our Natural Community - A. Air
Promote alternative transportation modes like walking, biking, and transit that reduce emissions
P1.1
related to vehicular travel.
Continue to channel Federal, State and Local transportation funds to programs, and infrastructure
A 1.1
improvements that reduce air pollution through the promotion of walking, biking, ride -sharing, public
transit use, the use of alternative fuel vehicles or other clean engine technologies.
Ongoing
PW/AQMD
Ongoing
P1.2
Promote the use of energy -efficient vehicles.
Continue to control and reduce air pollution emissions from vehicles owned by the City and municipal
A1.2
operations and facilities by expanding the use of alternative fuel, electric, and hybrid vehicles in City
fleets.
Ongoing
PW/AQMD
Ongoing
P1.3
Minimize the adverse impacts of growth and development on air quality and climate.
Prepare and adopt a plan to reduce green -house gases as pan of the Environmental Impact Report (to be
concurrently approved with the West Covina General Plan) to achieve compliance with State mandates,
A 1.3
and consistency with the Regional Transportation Plan/ Sustainable Community Strategy to facilitate
.development by streamlining the approval
Immediate
Planning/PW
Completed
Our Natural Community - B. Water
Continue to protect areas of beneficial natural groundwater recharge by preventing uses that can
Pl 4
contaminate soil or groundwater.
The City and the appropriate water providers shall protect groundwater recharge and groundwater quality
A 1.4
when reviewing new development projects.
Ongoing
Water Providers
Ongoing
P1.5
Where appropriate, new development shall minimize impervious area, minimize runoff and
pollution, and incorporate best management practices.
A1.5
Develop standards to increase pervious surfaces to recharge groundwater basin, where appropriate.
Ongoing
Planning/PW
Ongoing
Our Natural Community - C. Access to Nature
P1.6
Preserve conserve and add to public open sace.
Maintain the existing conservation areas and prohibit any development in spaces designated as parks and
A 1.6
open sace on the land use plan.
Ongoing
Planning/CS
Ongoing
Continue to add public open spaces through developer dedication, in -lieu fees, or conservation
Planning/CS/School
A 1.6b
easements.
Ongoing
Districts
Ongoing
P1.7
Develop a multi -use integrated trail system that supports recreational and mobility needs.
Prioritize a phased program for the planning and design, funding and implementation of a citywide nail
A1.7a
program.
Short -Term
Planning/CS/PW
Not Initiated
Al.7b
Convert the east -west Walnut Creek Wash into a walking and biking trail.
Not Initiated
Identify and provide additional access points adjacent to the Walnut Creek Wash and existing and
Al.7c
planned trails.
Not Initiated
Update the downtown development regulations to develop standards for trails and development of
A1.7d
frontages along the Walnut Creek Wash.
Immediate
Planning
Not Initiated
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Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
Provide environmental education programs to increase public understanding and appreciation of
P1.8
our natural surroundings.
Provide information to residents and businesses about how to reduce water consumption, waste and
A 1.8
pollution and conserve resources.
Ongoing
PW
Ongoing
During the review of public and private development projects, analyze potential impacts to views of
P1.9
natural areas from public streetsparks, trails and community facilities.
Adopt standards to protect public views and assess the impact to public views during the development
A 1.9
review process.
Short -Term
Planning
Not Initiated
To preserve nighttime views within and immediately adjacent to single family residential zones,
P1.10
require property owners within and directly adjacent to these zones to utilize shielding and
directional lighting methods to direct fighting away from adjoining properties.
Adopt development standards that prevent glare and light trespass and assess the impact of outdoor
A1.10
lighting during the development review process.
Short -Term
Pluming
Ongoing
Our Natural Community - D. Street Trees
PLII
Plant to maximize the social, economic, and environmental benefits of trees.
Develop a street nee master plan for the downtown area as part of the Downtown Plan and Code.
Develop urban design strategies with unique palettes of trees that add character to the street space.
A Lila
Consistency and variation in tree form, color, and seasonal display can be used to create dynamic and
harmonious streetscapes.
Immediate
Completed
Increase the number of street trees by adding new trees in the downtown area and the three corridors
Al.l lb
(Azusa, Sunset, and Glendora Avenue).
Short -Term
Planning/PW
Ongoing
Pursue an expanded and equitable distribution of trees and greening throughout the City. Fill in the gaps
in canopy cover, address aging tree population, and identify vacant and new planting spots. Target
A 1.11 c
planting where pedestrian and public realm improvements are prioritized such as safe streets to schools
and parks. Set a citywide tree canopy coverage goal.
Short -Term
Not Initiated
Develop a street tree management plan outline a maintenance strategy, creating planting plans and
Al.l ld
identify capital funding needs.
Ongoing
Not Initiated
Al.l le
Pursue a tree adoption program.
Mid -Term
Planning
Not Initiated
Our Prosperous Community - A. Maintain and Monitor West Covina's Fiscal Health
P2.1
Maintain and enhance the Ci 's current tax base.
A 2.la
Continue to strengthen the Cit 's retail base.
Ongoing
CED
Ongoing
A 2.lb
Attract new hospitality uses.
Short -Term
Ongoing
A 2.1c
Ensure that new development is not a fiscal burden to the City.
Ongoing
PW/Planning
Ongoing
A 2.1d
Enhance existing tax policies.
Ongoing
Finance
Ongoing
P2.2
Diversify local tax base.
A 2.2
Consider Utility Users Tax.
Short -Term
PW/Finance
Not Initiated
Our Prosperous Community - B. Reinforce West Covina's brand as a great place to live, work, and
play in the San Gabriel Valley
P2.3
Focus new growth in the Downtown Area to create vibrancy and invest in key public improvements.
A2.3a
Invest in infrastructure and improve the public realm.
Short -Term
CED/Planning/PW/CS
Ongoing
ATTACHMENT NO.2
December 31, 2020
Section
Time Frame
Implementer
Status
A2.3b
Support catalytic development.
Short -Term
PW/Planning/CED
Ongoing
P2.4
Build on and grow West Covina's regional appeal.
A2.4
Improve connections between the three downtown neighborhoods.
Short -Tenn
PW/Planning
Not Initiated
P2.5
Encourage transformative development in the triangle hounded by Glendora Avenue, Vincent
Avenue, and Interstate 10.
A2.5a
Support revitalization of Glendora Avenue retail.
Immediate
CED
Not Initiated
A2.56
lBrand the area as "West Covina's Main Street."
Not Initiated
P2.6
Create a diversity of housing options.
A2.6a
A2.6b
Support higher -intensity and high -quality multifamily development in the downtown.
Explore opportunities for affordable senior housing.
Ongoing
Planning/CED
Ongoing
Ongoing
Our Prosperous Community - C. Nurture Local Businesses and Attract Non -Retail Jobs
P2.7
Target employment based uses to downtown.
A2.7a
Explore health/medical campus opportunities
Short -Term
CED/Hospital
Ongoing
A2.7b
Attract educational institution.
Long -Term
CED
Not Initiated
A2.7c
Attract co orateheadquarters.
Ongoing
CED
Ongoing
P2.8
Build economic development capacity.
A2.8a
Strengthen and continue to support in-house Economic Development Department.
Ongoing
CED
Ongoing
A2.8b
Consider establishing an Economic Development Corporation (EDC).
Short -Term
CED
Not Initiated
A2.8c
Establish a Business Improvement District (BID).
Mid -Term
Business Owners/CED
Not Initiated
P2.9
Support local businesses.
A2.9a
Provide incentives to encourage business/land owners to renovate and strengthen their businesses
Ongoing
CED
Ongoing
A2.9b
Brand and market West Covina
Immediate
CED
Ongoing
P2.10
Update Economic Development Strategy periodically.
A2.10a
Develop economic development strategy.
Ongoing
CED
Ongoing
A2.IOb
Update economic development strategy every five years.
Immediate
CED
Not Initiated
Our Well -Planned Community
P3.1
Preserve existing homing stock.
A 3.1
Incorporate standards in the development code to preserve the existing form and character of stable
residential areas and prevent encroachment of incompatible land uses and intensity.
Short -Term
Planning
Ongoing
P3 2
Support vibrant, economically strong neighborhoods through education and enforce-ment of
property maintenance regulations.
A3 2
Establish incentives to upgrade the appearance of poorly maintained or otherwise unattractive sites, and
enforce existing land maintenance regulations.
Short -Term
Planning/PW
Ongoing
P3.3
New growth will complete, enhance, and reinforce the form and character of the unique West
Covina neighborhoods, districts, and corridors.
A3.3
Adjust regulations for the neighborhoods, districts and corridors to reflect the nature of intended change.
Short -Term
Planning
Not Initiated