10-05-1993 - Regular Meeting - MinutesM I N U T S
REGULAR MEETING
WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL
October 5, 1993
The regular meeting of the West Covina City Council was called to order
by Mayor Jennings at 7:46 pm in the City Hall Council Chambers, 1444 W.
Garvey Avenue, West Covina. The invocation was given by Rev. Gerard
Kiemeney of West Covina Hills Seventh Day Adventist Church and the Pledge
of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tem Wong.
ROLL CALL Mayor Jennings, Mayor Pro Tem Wong,
Councilmembers Herfert, Manners, McFadden
Others Present: Starbird, Wylie, Collier, Glover, Nagel,
Koniarsky, Salazar, Thomas, Holler, Holmes,
Samaniego, Yoshizaki, Patton, Gardner, Urban,
Dowdey, Gould, Berry
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Herfert, seconded by McFadden to
approve Minutes of the special meeting of
September 7, 1993. Motion carried with Manners
and Jennings abstaining (absent from meeting).
Motion by Manners, seconded by McFadden, and
unanimously carried to approve the Minutes of
the regular meeting of September 21, 1993.
PRESENTATION Terry Dipple, Mayor of San Dimas, presented the
sub -regional plan for the creation of a Council
of Governments as recommended by the San Gabriel
Valley Association of Cities.
Staff was directed to agendize the sub -
regional plan for a future meeting.
Recess Mayor Jennings called a recess at 8:10 pm to
give staff an opportunity to fix the public
address system. The Council meeting reconvened
at 8:23 pm with all members present. The
problem couldn't be corrected; however, two
hand-held microphones enabled the meeting to
continue.
HEARING CONTINUED JOINT PUBLIC HEARING RE: PROPOSED
FINANCING AGREEMENTS BETWEEN THE CITY OF WEST
COVINA AND THE WEST COVINA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
FOR THE USE OF BOND PROCEEDS FOR PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS (continued from 9/21/93)
Use of bond proceeds RDA Assistant Executive Director Wylie presented
for 811 S. Sunset the staff report, noting a change in the
recommendation from the September 21st meeting.
The resolution for adoption pertains only to the
City owned building at 811.5. Sunset Avenue,
which currently houses the West Covina Chamber
of Commerce. Mr. Wylie presented four
alternatives for Council's consideration with a
staff recommendation for rehabilitation.
Public —Testimony City Clerk Berry stated that no written
communications had been received. Mayor
Jennings asked for verbal comments and the
following addressed Council:
Suzanne Dunn
Suzanne Dunn, president of West Covina
Chamber of Commerce, noted the Chamber's support
and cooperation for any of the alternatives
Council may choose.
Royal Brown
Royal Brown, 2153 Aroma Drive, felt the
bond proceeds should not be used for this
project as the Chamber of Commerce is a private
oganization.
Mayor Jennings closed the public testimony
Public Testimony_ closed
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and Mr. Wylie stated that the City, as the
landlord, is required to bring the building up
seismic standards whomever the tenant might be.
Council Comments
Lengthy discussion ensued regarding the pros and
cons of each of the alternatives. Major points
of discussion involved 1) California
Redevelopment Law restrictions, 2) parking
needs, 3) possible supplemental funding sources,
4) expanding the use of the facility, and 5) the
need to bring the building up to code.
Councilmember Herfert favored new construction,
expanding the, use of the facility for the City's
use.. Mayor Pro Tem Wong favored new
construction, too, but was concerned about the
City Attorney's opinion regarding CRL.
Councilmember Manners felt a new building would
be nice, but the site has insufficient parking
space as it is; therefore, rehabilitation makes
the best economic/financial sense.
Councilmember McFadden favored new construction
at a different location, but needed more
information. Mayor Jennings concurred with
Councilmember Manners.
City Clerk Berry presented:
Resolution 9018 - RESOLUTION NO. 9018 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
failed CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA MAKING
FINDINGS WITH RESPECT TO THE FINANCING OF PUBLIC
IMPROVEMENTS BY THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE
CITY OF WEST COVINA AND APPROVING A FINANCING
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE AGENCY AND THE CITY OF
WEST COVINA
Mr. Wylie explained that the proposed
resolution was based on the recommendation to
rehabilitate the existing building.
Motion by Manners, seconded by Jennings to
waive further reading of the resolution and to
adopt. Motion failed by the following vote of
the Council:
AYES: Manners, Jennings
NOES: Herfert, McFadden, Wong
No action was taken by the Redevelopment Agency
on the proposed Redevelopment Agency resolution.
Motion by Wong, seconded by Herfert, and
unanimously carried to reagendize the matter to
provide Council with additional information.
AGENDA AND ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Jose Padilla Jose Padilla, 1617 S. Tamar Drive, spoke in
opposition to the recommendation for Traffic
Committee Item C-6k, requesting that the red
curb in front of his house remain intact.
Will Bayer Will Bayer, 1623 S. Tamar Drive, addressed Item
C-6k encouraging Council to support the staff
recommendation to remove the red curb.
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES of 10/5/93
Paul Fejtek
Paul Fejtek, representing Southland Motors at
2010 E. Garvey Avenue, spoke on behalf of the
newly formed Auto Dealers Association and urged
approval of the Agreement for Business Promotion
Services (Item G-lb).
Rod Wilson
Rod Wilson from EMI Signs noted his support for
the auto association's project (Item G-lb).
Adrianne Metzger
Adrianne Metzger, 2826 Onyx Way, addressed
staff's response to complaints against the
Pomona Valley Humane Society (Item K-3c) and
submitted her statements for the record. She
requested that her group,. West Covinans for
Animal Care Reform be sanctioned as a committee.
Kathy Luciano
Kathy Luciano, 12626 Central Ave., Upland,
Pomona Valley Humane Society ex -board member,
agreed with Ms. Metzger's request for a
citizens' advisory committee (Item K-3c).
Angie Gyllenshog
Angie Gyllenshog, 16558 Arrow Hwy, Covina,
related some experiencesas a Pet Assistance
member (Item K-3c).
Al Marshall
Al Marshall of Birtcher Senior Properties spoke
in support of extending the current Exclusive
Negotiating Agreement . with his company
(Redevelopment Item VI).
Sandy Belville Sandy Belville, manager of Woodside Village
Apartments, 1614 Amar Road, discussed the
apartment complex's current waste collection
bill in.relation to Item F-2.
Sharon Hunt Sharon Hunt, 734 S. Eastern, Covina, complained
about Los Angeles County animal control officers
(K-3c).
Cathleen Schneider- Cathleen Schnieder -Russell, 15703 Rolling Ridge
Russell Dr., Chino Hills, submitted written comments
addressing PVHS (Item K-3c).
City Engineer Thomas responded to the comments
regarding the Traffic Committee item involving
the red curb on Tamar Drive. Mayor Jennings
stated that the other items will be addressed
when the item is considered on the Agenda.
CONSENT CALENDAR Written Communications (refer to staff)
Letter received from Katie McComb, 716
California Avenue, #101, requesting the
opportunity to address Council regarding home
security lighting and public right-of-way
measurements.
Commissions' Summary of Action (receive & file)
Human .Services . . . . . . . 9/14/93
Planning . . . . . . . . . . . 9/28/93
Senior Citizens' . . . . . . . . . 9/09/93
Waste Mgmt./Environmental Quality 9/16/93
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES of 10/5/93
Resolution 9019 -
Parcel Map 21058
Resolution 9020 -
Lot Line Adjustment
No. 109
Claims for Action (deny and notify claimant)
Alicia Sandoval filed a claim with the City
Clerk on August 24, 1993, for personal injuries
amounting to $1,000,000.
Carole D. Blagg filed a claim with the City
Clerk on June 23, 1993, for personal injuries.
The amount of claim had'not been determined at
time of presentation.
W.A. Rasic Construction filed a claim with the
City Clerk on September 16, 1993, purporting to
have tortious merit amounting to $198,502.94.
Approval of Final Map (adopt resolution)
a) Parcel Map 21058 - Albert J. Galen
Location: Cortez Avenue
RESOLUTION NO. 9019 - A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST
COVINA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING FINAL MAP OF
PARCEL MAP NO. 21058 AND DIRECTING THE
RECORDATION THEREOF (Albert J. Galen)
b) Lot Line Adjustment No. 109 - William C.
Gorman and Samantha Fennell
Location: 2134 & 2142 E. Larkwood
RESOLUTION NO. 9020 - A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT
NO. 109 AND DIRECTING THE RECORDATION
THEREOF (William C. Gorman and Samantha
Fennell)
Acceptance of Improvements and/or Release of
Bonds
Tract 47815 - Recommendation is to grant a reduction in bond
Taico Properties, Inc. amount for Taico Properties, Inc., Tract No.
47815, from $308,000 to $159,300. This is for
completing certain improvements for a single
family residential development on Aroma Drive.
Traffic Committee Minutes (accept and file)
Traffic Committee Minutes for the regular
meeting of September 21, 1993.
City Treasurer's Report (receive & file)
Report for the month of August, 1993.
Award of Bids
1) SP 94125 - Street Rehabilitation (Phase I)
Recommendation is to a) transfer $53,000
from SP 94105 to SP 94125, and b)'accept
SP 94125 - the bid of R.C.S.I. Inc. of Santa Ana, in
R.C.S.I. Inc.. the amount of $41,717.69 as submitted at
the bid opening of September 22, 1993, and
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute an agreement with R.C.S.I. Inc.
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2) TP 93105 - Bus Stop Shelters
Recommendation is to reject all bids, grant
TP 93105 - staff additional time to explore other
Bid rejected alternatives.
3) Purchase of Animal Control Vehicle
Recommendation is to a) find that the County
Animal Control Truck - of Los Angeles Bid No. 615R is as stringent
Reynolds Buick/GMC as that used by the City and 'therefore
satisfies the formal bid process per WCMC
Section 2-333, b) waive the formal bid
process and allow Reynolds Buick/GMC to
match the state bid, and c) select Reynolds
Buick GMC Truck of West Covina as the
vendor of choice and allow staff to proceed
with the purchase of one (1) cab and
chassis at a cost not to exceed $14,200.00
plus documentation fees and tax.
Miscellaneous - Finance Department
Resolution 9021 - Surplus Property (adopt resolution)
Surplus property RESOLUTION NO. 9021 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA,
CALIFORNIA, DECLARING CERTAIN CITY PROPERTY AS
SURPLUS
CONSENT CALENDAR MOTION Motion by Wong, seconded by Manners to waive
further reading of the resolutions and adopt,
and to approve all other items listed, except:
the Traffic Committee Minutes. Motion carried
by roll call vote: .
AYES: Herfert, Manners, McFadden, Wong, Jennings
NOES: None
Motion by, Wong, seconded by McFadden, and
unanimously carried to accept and file the
Traffic Committee Minutes, except the red curb
item. Councilmember Herfert discussed the
traffic committee item concerning flashing
yellow lights at school zones.
Red Curb on Tamar Dr. Motion by Wong, seconded by Manners to allow Mr.
Padillo to retain 20' of red curb.and reject the
Traffic Committee recommendation. Councilmember
Herfert disagreed with granting the request.
Motion carried with Herfert voting no.
PUBLIC WORKS, GP 94307 - Approval of Plans and Specifications
for Fire Station and Administration Building
Roof Repair
GP 94307 - Recommendation is to approve plans and
plans & specs specifications for GP 94307 and authorize the
Maintenance Director to call for bids.
WASTE MANAGEMENT ENFORCEMENT AGENCY (LEA)
Rescinding of BKK Drainage and Erosion Notice and
Order Issued on March 17, 1992
�l 3/17/92 Notice & Order Council reviewed the staff report.
rescinded Motion by McFadden, seconded by Jennings,
and unanimously carried to receive and file.
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ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES 1) Low Income Residential Waste Collection Rate
Reduction
Council reviewed the staff report.
Low Income Waste Discussion ensued among the council
Collection Rate members, each opining their views. Motion
by Herfert, seconded by McFadden, and
unanimously carried to receive and file the
report.
2) West Covina Disposal Waste Collection Rate
Review
Assistant City Manager Wylie elaborated on,
the staff report. Council was pleased with
W.C. Disposal rate review service provided by Athens, but felt there
wasn't enough of the requested information
to justify the requested increase in rates.
Athens General Manager Chiappetta
addressed the Council stating that it was
his impression that all information
requested had been supplied. Staff was
directed to put in writing exactly the
numbers they are seeking to evaluate the
request. Motion by Herfert, seconded by
Manners, and unanimously carried to hold
over this item.
Recess Mayor Jennings called a recess at 11:43 pm.
Council reconvened at 11:55 pm.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
1) Mayor Jennings recessed the City Council
at 11:55 pm to convene the Redevelopment
Agency meeting. Council reconvened at
12:04 am.
2) Agreement for Business Promotion Services
Council reviewed the staff report.
Business Promotion Motion by Herfert, seconded by Manners,
Services Agreement and unanimously carried to approve the
agreement for Business Promotion Services,
and approve the appropriation and
expenditure of $236,000 for the promotional
services provided by the Auto Dealers
Association.
HUMAN SERVICES 1) Request for Proposals for the Westpark Dial -
A -Ride Service
Council reviewed the staff report.
RFPs re Dail -A -Ride Motion by Herfert, seconded by
McFadden, and unanimously carried to
authorize the Westpark Transit authority to
request proposals for the operation of the
Westpark Dial -A -Ride Service.
2) Shuttle Contract Extension
Council reviewed the staff report.
DAVE Transportation Motion by Manners, seconded by Herfert,
Amendment No. 4 and unanimously carried to approve
Amendment No. 4 to the Shuttle Agreement
with DAVE Transportation Services.
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PUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES FIRE DEPARTMENT
Second Supplemental Weed and Rubbish Abatement
Council reviewed the staff report.
2nd Sup. Weed & Rubbish City Clerk presented:
List, hearing: 10/19 RESOLUTION NO. 9022 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA,
CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO.
8952 BY APPROVING THE SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL WEED
AND RUBBISH ABATEMENT LIST
Motion by Manners, seconded by Wong, and
unanimously carried to waive further reading of
the resolution and adopt. Motion included
setting the time and place for the hearing at
October 19, 1993 at 7:30 pm.
POLICE DEPARTMENT
Federal Police Hiring Supplement Program
Council reviewed the staff report.
Federal Police Hiring Motion by Manners, seconded by McFadden, and
Program unanimously carried to receive and file the
report, supporting the Police Chief's
recommendation.
ADMININTRATIVE SERVICES No reports scheduled for this meeting.
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION CITY ATTORNEY
City Attorney Hanna stated that there would be
need for the Council to meet in closed session
at the end of the meeting.
CITY MANAGER
1) Final FY 93/94 Budget
City Manager Starbird presented the finished
.budget document, and commended the following
Final FY 93/94 Budget three individuals for dedication and
hardwork and designing and completing it:
,Abe Koniarsky Finance Director
Dan Holler - Administrative Analyst II
David Gould - Reprographics Supervisor
Motion by Herfert, seconded by McFadden,
and unanimously carried to adopt the Final
FY 93/94 Annual Budget as presented.
2) Cable Television Regulation
Council reviewed the staff report. Both
Cable TV Regulation Mayor Jennings and Mayor Pro Tem Wong felt
that there was not an urgent need for
Council to become certified at this time.
City Clerk presented:
RESOLUTION NO. 9023 - A RESOLUTION OF
Resolution 9023 - THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA,
certification CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION, OF
A CERTIFICATION APPLICATION TO THE FEDERAL.
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES of 10/5/93
COMMUNICATIONS COMMISSION, ADOPTING
REGULATIONS THAT ARE CONSISTENT WITH THE
FEDERAL COMMUNICATION COMMISSION'S BASIC
SERVICE RATE RULES AND REGULATIONS; AND
ESTABLISHING CERTAIN PROCEDURAL LAWS AND
REGULATIONS WHICH PROVIDE A REASONABLE
OPPORTUNITY FOR CONSIDERATION OF THE VIEWS
OF INTERESTED PARTIES IN RATE REGULATION
PROCEEDINGS TAKEN HEREUNDER .
Motion by Herfert, seconded by McFadden
to waive further reading of the resolution
and adopt. Motion carried with Wong and
Jennings abstaining.
3) Investigation of Complaints Against Pomona
Valley Humane Society
Assistant City Manager Wylie elaborated on
the staff report.
Councilmember Herfert felt the City
Complaints against PVHS should get involved and made a motion to
form an animal care committee for about a
year. The motion was seconded by McFadden.
Councilmember Manners felt the City already.
had a citizens in the West Covinans for
Animal Care Reform. Mayor Jennings
concurred. Mayor Pro Tem Wong stated his
opposition to the formation of a committee
unless Herfert would accept the position of
liaison. Herfert accepted. The motion
passed by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Herfert, McFadden, Wong
NOES: Manners, Jennings
APPROVAL OF DEMANDS Motion by Wong, seconded by Manners to
approve Demands totaling $1,994,530.43 as
listed on check registers FI 142684 through
14297.6, except Check No. 142808 (
Motion carried by roll call vote:
AYES: Herfert, Manners, McFadden,
Wong, Jennings
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Herfert re SCE billing
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Royal Brown, 2153 Aroma Drive, commented on
Royal Brown BKK revenue estimates as reported in the
Tribune.
MAYOR'S REPORTS Motion by Wong, seconded by Manners, and
unanimously carried to designate
Councilmember Manners as the voting
delegate to the National League of Cities
Conference scheduled for December 275, 1993
in Orlando, Florida.
COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS Resolution supporting the City's
designation as the Local Solid Waste
Management Enforcement Agency Hearing Panal.
Motion by Herfert, seconded by Manners, and
unanimously carried to hold over this item.
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES of 10/5/93
Manners
McFadden
Herfert
CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
ATTEST:
City Clerk Janet Berry
Councilmember Manners reported on the
status of the two League resolutions she
was involved with: 1) regarding gun control
and 2) a smoking ban.
Councilmember McFadden announced that BKK
has filed a claim against the City for past
business license tax in the amount of $4
million.
Councilmember Herfert requested that the
subject matter of court TV on cable be
agendized for the next meeting.
Mayor Jennings recessed the City Council
meeting at 1:35 am to convene a closed
session with the City Attorney, pursuant to
Government Code Section 54956.9(a), to
discuss litigation entitled Luera vs West
Covina. Council reconvened at 1:45 am.
Motion by Manners, seconded by McFadden,
and unanimously carried to adjourn the
meeting at 1:45 am.
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