06-02-1997 - Special Meeting - MinutesMINUTES
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE
WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL
NNE 2, 1997
The special meeting of the West Covina City Council, scheduled for 6:00 pm, was called to order by Mayor
Wong at 6:10 pm in the City Hall Council Chambers, 1444 W. Garvey Avenue, West Covina.
ROLL CALL Mayor Wong, Mayor Pro Tern Melendez, Councilmembers Herfert,
Howard, Touhey
Others Present: Starbird, Glover, Distelrath, Collins, Greene, Koniarsky, Tucker, Fong,
Tong, Nelson, Palkhiwala, Panas, Mayer, Jones, King, Yauchzee,
Collier, Mueller, Yoshizaki, Wylie, Shott, Berry
PUBLIC COMMENT ON ITEMS ON THE AGENDA No comments offered.
STUDY SESSION - FY 1997/98 PROPOSED ANNUAL BUDGET
City Engineer Glover stated that he would first present an overview of
the FY 97/98 requested projects with the sport leagues first. He
explained the ratings of the projects that were given by the Human
Services Commission: "A for top priority through "F" for least of the
priorities.
Using a second handout, Council was able to determine which
funding source to charge the various projects.
A number of requested projects are intended for construction or
improvement on school property and Councilmember Howard stated
her reluctance to move forward with those projects without the prior
approval of the School District. Council also expressed interest in
receiving a breakdown of the number of West Covina residents that
participate in the various sport leagues.
Councilmember Herfert suggested that Council approve the "A" pro-
jects and then consider the rest of items individually. One of those
projects, additional fights at the Edgewood Middle School tennis
courts, was questioned by Councilmember Touhey. It was explained
that the lights would be turned towards the JV field for night practice.
City Manager Starbird suggested that there were a number of
projects proposed for the Edgewood Middle School site and that it
might be a good idea to set aside $22,000 for a consultant/study to
develop a master plan, rather than implementing projects on a piece-
meal bases. Council appreciated this suggestion.
On another matter, Councilmember Touhey noted that at Cameron
Park when the lights dim to 50%, there isn't enough time for the
leagues to clear the fields and clean up. He suggested that the period
of time be extended.
In relation to the Edgewood Middle School site, Mayor Wong
stated his concern with approving $100,000 for permanent rest rooms.
He favored expending that money for field and other improvements for
the participants and that the currently available rest rooms (temporary
or permanent) in the area might be sufficient for now. Councilmember
Touhey stated the rest rooms are not intended for the soccer players
only, but for participants of all the activities at that location.
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"A" Projects Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to approve all the "A"
projects including the funding for the Edgewood Middle School
projects, utilizing the most restricted funds possible, but hold the
Edgewood Middle School site projects in abeyance until a Master Plan
can be developed. Motion carried 5-0.
°B" Projects Scoreboard Protective Barrier at Shadow Oak Park
Motion by Melendez and seconded by Herfert to approve
$5,000 for this project. Motion carved 5-0.
Councilmember Howard departed at 7:45 pm.
Flagpole at Hollencrest Middle School
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to approve $2000
for this project. Motion carried 3-1 with Wong voting no.
Pedestrian Gate at Edgewood Middle School
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to approve $1000
for a pedestrian gate between the track and basketball courts, pending
approval of the School District. Motion carried 4-0.
"C" Projects Back Stop Fencing at Del Norte Park
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to approve
$20,000 to install new fencing on back stops and safety fencing for
dugouts at Del Norte Park. Motion carried 4-0.
Edgewood Middle School Improvements
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Wong to approve $50,000
for new irrigation on new fields and JV fields; $50,000 for new sod on
new fields, JV field, and the baseball field in the northwest comer; and
$7,000 for four sets of semi -permanent goals with nets and sleeves for
new fields - all pending the Master Plan development. Motion carried
4-0.
Maverick Field Service Improvements
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Melendez to approve
$25,000 for service improvements including: a) striping parking area,
b) monument sign, c) batting cage, and d) brick dust. Motion carried
4-0.
Ben Sanchez Ben Sanchez, president of West Covina Express Soccer Club,
requested Council to please consider approving $120,000 for fights on
Field No. 1 (Commission had rated this project an "F"). Council dis-
cussion ensued and concurred on including this item into the Master
Plan study.
Non -Rated Projects Park Facilities Maintenance
After a brief discussion on these items, a motion was made by Herfert
and seconded by Melendez to approve $200,000 for the following
projects:
Security Lighting Improvements (Phase 1)
$60,000
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Miscellaneous Park Improvements
20,000
Shakespeare Park Site Stream Clearing
25,000
Various Parks Barrier Removal (ADA)
70,000
Fencing & ADA ramps at Palmview Park Child Care
10,000
Upgrade Marquee at Palmview Park
5,000
WCHS Tennis Courts new nets and paint
10,000
Motion carried 4-0
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Councilmember Herfert mentioned there were some homeless people
living behind Christ Lutheran Church near Cortez Park. Staff to check
into the situation.
New Park Facilities
Council discussed the various following items, offering their
preferences for consideration.
Mayor Pro Tern Melendez supported the Mobile Recreation
Program for $47,000, the Rehabilitation of the Show Mobile for
$20,000, and the Portable Storage Containers for $3,000. Council -
member Touhey noted that Applebee's would like to donate some
money to the Show Mobile revamp if credit would be given to them by
advertising the Applebee's name on the side.
Mayor Pro Tern Melendez also favored the City Hall Satellite
near Amar and Azusa for $75,000, City Hall furnishings for the first
floor at $28,000, Shadow Oak Park roller rink with rest room and
parking at $600,000, and a swimming pool with parking at $2,000,000.
Councilmember Herfert favored scheduling a grand opening at
the Heritage Gardens with a six-month check to determine its success.
He supported the Westside Historical Facility extra funding of
$700,000.
Councilmember Herfert supported the following projects:
Edgewood Sports Complex Master Plan for $22,000, Cortez Park
Expansion final payment of $13,000, Galster Park Master Plan
Expansion for $21,000, and Hockey Protective Netting at Orange-
wood Park for $15,000.
Councilmember Touhey supported the 75s' Birthday Planning
for $25,000. Mayor Wong favored City Visioning Process for
$45,000.
Streets
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to approve the
street projects as recommended, including Holiday lighting. The
motion specifically excluded the projects proposed for CEFI funds.
Motion carried 4-0. The approved projects are fisted below:
* Supplemental Street Rehabilitation Program for
Neighborhoods
$250,000
* Pavement Management System
20,000
* Sidewalk Construction
33,000
* Street Rehabilitation Program:
AC Overlay
4I6,000
Slurry Sea]
70,000
* Citrus Street Rehabilitation from South Garvey
Avenue to Vine Avenue
433,000
* Curb and Gutter Repairs
50,000
* Streets Barrier Removal Program
70,000
* Cameron Avenue Rehabilitation from Citrus
Street to Barranca Street
304,000
* Sign Bridges for Plaza Drive and Vincent Avenue
to Improvement Circulation
225,000
* Widen Plaza Drive from Vincent to California
to Add Lane on South Side
100,000
* Merced Avenue Rehabilitation from Willow
Avenue to Sunset Avenue
300,000
* Rowland Avenue Rehabilitation from Vincent
Avenue to East City Limit
100,000
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City Manager Starbird suggested Council let staff take an assessment
of the projects and the funding situation and bring back a finished
report at the next budget session.
Councilmember Herfert requested the City Engineer to report back on
the costs for holiday lighting on Amar Road, east to Nogales.
ADJOURNMENT Motion by Touhey and seconded by Herfert to adjourn the meeting at
9:07pm. Motion carried 4-0.
Attest:
City Clerk Janet Be
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