06-17-1997 - Regular Meeting - MinutesMINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 17,1997
The regular meeting of the West Covina City Council was called to order by Mayor Wong at 7:50 pm in the
City Hall Council Chambers, 1444 W. Garvey Avenue, West Covina. The invocation was given by Mayor Pro
Tern Melendez and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Howard.
ROLL CALL Mayor Wong, Mayor Pro Tern Melendez, Councilmembers Howard,
Touhey
Absent: Councihnember Herfert (excused)
Others Present: Starbird, Wylie, Martyr, Miller, Greene, Glover, Samaniego, King,
Collins, McIsaac, Fong, Panas, Yoshizaki, Distelrath, Mayer, Gardner,
Clearly, Tong, Hernandez, Berry
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mayor Wong corrected the minutes of the special meeting of June 2,
1997. Motion by Howard and seconded by Melendez to approve the
minutes of the special meeting of. June 2, 1997 (as corrected), the
minutes of the special meeting of June 3, 1997, and the minutes of the
regular meeting of June 3, 1997. Motion carried 4-0.
PRESENTATIONS Administrative Analyst Kelly Tong from Environmental Services
assisted Mayor Wong is presenting Certificates of Recognition to the
winners of the 1998 Used Oil Recycling School Calendar contest:
Eilene Moronez, Orangewood Elementary
Crystal Reeder, West Covina Adventist School
Mehyar Saghian, Atid Hebrew Academy
Adam Stephen, Atid Hebrew Academy
Michelle Prado, Hollingworth Elementary
Justin Laureano, Hollingworth Elementary
Sara Garcia, Immanuel First Lutheran School
Sarah Wong, Orangewood Elementary
Lily Nguyen, Orangewood Elementary
Mayor Wong presented Certificates of Recognition to the members of
the South Hills High School CIF Women's Softball Team and the
South Hills High School CIF Men's Softball Team.
RDA called to order Mayor Wong called the Redevelopment Agency to order at 8:12 pm to
conduct the following joint public hearing. He stated that due to
conflict of interest laws, he would abstain from the discussion and vote
on this matter. He then turned the meeting over to Mayor Pro Tern
Melendez.
HEARING CONTINUED JOINT PUBLIC HEARING - PROPOSED REAL
PROPERTY EXCHANGE AGREEMENT, FIRST AMEND-
MENT TO OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT, AND
FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE PUBLIC PARKING
FACILITIES OPERATING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
RDA AND WESTFIEID AMERICAN, INC. - PARCEL D AT
EASTLAND CENTER
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Westfield & RDA agreements Mayor Pro Tem Melendez stated that the hearing had been opened on
June 3, 1997, and continued until this evening. The staff report was
presented by Redevelopment Agency Director Yoshizaki..
Public Testimonv Mayor Pro Tent Melendez opened the public testimony portion of the
hearing and City Clerk Berry stated that no written communications
had been received relating to this matter. Mayor Pro Tent Melendez
asked for comments in favor and the following person addressed
Council:
Andy Natker of Westfield American, Inc., spoke supportively.
Mayor Pro Tern Melendez asked for comments in opposition and no
Testimony Closed one addressed the Council. He then closed the public testimony
portion of the hearing.
City Council Action:
City Clerk Berry presented:
Resolution 9457 - RESOLUTION NO. 9457 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
consenting to agreements CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA CONSEN-
TING TO THE APPROVAL BY THE REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA OF THE REAL
PROPERTY EXCHANGE AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN
THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND WESTFIELD
AMERICA, INC., AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS IN
CONNECTION THEREWITH
Motion by Howard and seconded by Touhey to waive further
reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 3-0-1 with Wong
abstaining (conflict of interest).
Redevelopment Aeencv Action
Secretary Berry presented
Resolution 505 - RESOLUTION NO. 505 - A RESOLUTION OF THE RE -
approving agreements DEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA
APPROVING THE REAL PROPERTY EXCHANGE
AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY AND WESTFIELD AMERICA, INC., THE FIRST
AMENDMENT TO OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT
AND THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO PUBLIC PARKING
FACILITIES OPERATING AGREEMENT, AND MAKING CER-
TAIN FINDINGS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
Motion by Howard and seconded by Touhey to waive further
reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 3-0-1 with Wong
abstaining (conflict of interest).
The Redevelopment Agency was recessed at 8:20 pm in order to con-
tinue the City Council Agenda and the meeting was returned to Mayor
Wong's leadership.
HEARING AUTO PLAZA BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
Auto Plaza City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication. Mayor Wong
opened the hearing and the staff report was presented by Redevelop-
ment Agency Director Yoshizaki.
Public Testimonv Mayor Wong opened the public testimony portion of the hearing and
City Clerk Berry stated that no written communications had been
received: Mayor Wong asked for comments. No one addressed the
City Council and Mayor Wong closed the public testimony portion of
Testimony Closed the hearing.
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City Clerk Berry presented
Resolution 9458 - RESOLUTION NO. 9458 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
confirming annual report CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA
CONFIRMING THE ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE WETS
COVINA AUTO PLAZA BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT
AREA FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997/98
Motion by Touhey and seconded by Melendez to waive further
reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 4-0.
AGENDA AND ORAL COMMIINICATIONS
Joanne Wilner Joanne Wilner, 2108 Casa Linda, addressed Item D-3 (Citywide
Lighting and Maintenance Dist.) asking for the source of funding for
the items not included in the protest hearing ballot. She also stated
neither she nor her neighbors have street trees, although the ballot
amount includes a street tree assessment.
Arnold Friedman Arnold Friedman, 2028 Sheryl Lane, stated that he has no street tree
on his property and would like the proposed assessment to be adjusted.
Jean Arneson Jean Arneson, 1116 Donna Beth, addressed Item F-1 (Environmental
review of BKK postclosure plan) recommending that the City Council
send a letter to Dept. of Toxic Substance Control (DTSC) requiring
them to address all the concerns in a full EIR.
Ron Gastelum Rom Gastelum, CEO of the BKK Corporation, stated that the State
typically does not use EIR's for postclosure plans but uses a Negative
Declaration as the data provided is equivalent to an EIR. He said an
EIR could result in a more lengthy process (Item F-1).
Royal Brown Royal Brown, 2153 Aroma Drive, said an EIR has never been done on
the BKK Landfill and a negative declaration could be used if an EIR
has been done in the past. He urged Council to request DTSC to
conduct a full EIR.
Linda Mooney Linda Mooney, 1721 Woodgate Drive, thanked Council for the stop
signs and crosswalk at Temple and Woodgate. On another matter; she
said the cable company has.been installing new cables in the street and
leaving a very poor patch job behind. She left photos for the Council.
Jan Rainey Jan Rainey, Covina resident and member of the Ridgeriders
Association. She referred to a March 6`s fetter sent by the Ridgeriders
Board of Directors to the City in which she believed the Board is on
the wrong track. The letter didn't represent the Association as a
whole.
Herb Redholtz Herb Redholtz, 2622 Altamira Drive, was happy to see a market going
in at the old Alpha Beta site. He wondered if there were plans for
across the street in the old Vons location.
Mayor Wong requested staff to send Mr. Redholtz a copy of
the study that was conducted regarding the shift in the grocery store
business.
Shelly Sanderson Shelly Sanderson, 2743 Vanderhoof, agreed with Ms. Rainey's state-
ments regarding the Board of Directors for Ridgeriders. She was
embarrassed by the letter and recommended that the City not fund any
of the requests in the letter. She complimented the City for work done
on the adjacent Maverick field.
Mayor Wong stated that none of the requests were included in
the preliminary budget.
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City Clerk Berry read a letter received from Ron Hansel and Ann
Gomez regarding Item DA (Sidewalks on Astell Avenue). They en-
couraged Council to approve the proposed sidewalk.
CONSENT CALENDAR Written Communications (receive & file)
A letter was received from Suburban Water Systems notifying the City
that water in one of the company's wells has been found to contain
perchlorate in excess of the Interim Action Level. The letter complies
with Section 116455 of the health and Safety Code. The letter
indicated that the water is treated before it enters the water distribution
system for delivery to the company's customers. The treated water
delivered to the customers does not exceed the Interim Action Level
and the treated water meets all state and federal drinking water
standards.
Commissions/Summaries of Action (receive & file)
Planning 6/10/97
Waste Mgmt/Environmental Quality 5/28/97
Temporary Use Permits (receive & file)
TUP 42398-97 was issued to West Covina Lions at Edwards Cinema
for a fund raiser on 5/27 and 5/28.
TUP #2399-97 was issued to Saturn of West Covina, 1900 E. Garve4y
Avenue for a celebrity autograph signing on 5/24.
TUP 42400-97 was issued to Keyboard Country, 210 N. Sunset, for a
rooftop balloon from 5/7 to 5/27.
Acceptance of Improvements/Release of Bonds
PP 97205A - Recommendation is to accept batting cage and storage building
Whelan Construction improvements at Orangewood Park and release Ranger Insurance
Company Bond No. RICO222295 in the amount of $27,450.00, subject
to Notice of Completion procedures.
GP 97301 - Recommendation is to accept walkway cover, roofing, and painting at
Whelan Construction the West Covina Senior Center and release Ranger Insurance Com-
pany Bond No. RICO222296 in the amount of $28,982.00, subject to
Notice of Completion procedures.
Ordinances for Adoption (waive reading & adopt)
Ordinance 1997 - ORDINANCE NO. 1997 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Code Amendment 276 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THE WEST COVINA
MUNICIPAL CODE TO PERMIT OUTDOOR DINING, OUT-
DOOR RETAIL DISPLAY, AND OUTDOOR ENTERTAINMENT
IN A SPECIFIED AREA (Code Amendment No. 276 - Outdoor Uses
Overlay Zone)
Ordinance 1998 - ORDINANCE NO. 1998 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Zone Change 654 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING CERTAIN SECTIONS OF THE WEST COVINA
MUNICIPAL CODE APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO. 654 TO
APPLY THE OUTDOOR USES (0-U) OVERLAY ZONE TO
CERTAIN PROPERTIES (Zone Change No. 654)
City Treasurer's Report (receive & file)
Report for the month of April, 1997.
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Award of Bids:
a) TS 97140 - Traffic Signal Installation at the Intersection of
Amar Road and Westport Street
TS 97140 - Recommendation is to accept the bid of Fischbach and Moore
Fischbach and Moore in the amount of $79,275.00 as submitted at the bid opening on
June 10, 1997, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute the contract.
b) Replacement of Two Fire Department Paramedic Squads
Paramedic Units - Recommendation is to i) find that through the formal bid
Bob Wondries Ford process, Bob Wondries Ford has provided the lowest quote to
Bid No. 97-0003 and has complied with all specifications; and
ii) authorize the lease/purchase of two paramedic units from
Bob Wondries Ford at a cost not to exceed $127,752.00, plus
tax, through Ford Motor Credit Corporation.
c) Replacement of Fifteen Police Vehicles and Staff Car for the
Redevelopment Agency
15 Police Vehicles - Recommendation is to: i) find that Manhattan Beach Bid No.
One RDA vehicle 516-97 is at least as stringent as that used by the City. The
State Bid satisfies the formal bid process per WCMC § 2-333,
and justifies the waiver of the formal bid process (WCMC § 2-
330) for the purchase of five Chevrolet Tahoes: n) authorize
staff to lease -purchase ten Ford Crown Victoria Police
Interceptor vehicles and five Chevrolet Tahoe Police vehicles.
Six of these vehicles (Ford Crown Victorias) from Ed Butts
Ford for a total price of $122,810.22, plus tax. Four additional
Ford Crown Victoria Police vehicles from Wondries
Chevrolet/ford for a total of $79,038.00,01us tax, and five
Chevrolet Tahoe police vehicles also from Wondries
Chevrolet/Ford for a total of $133,920.85, plus tax. The total
purchase price of all eight Crown Victorias and five Chevrolet
Tahoe police vehicles is $335,769.07, plus tax. All of these
vehicles will be leased through Ford Motor Credit; and ni)
authorize staff to lease/purchase a Crown Victoria for the
Redevelopment Agency for a total of $21,350.00, plus tax
from Ed Butts Ford.
d) Replacement and Enhancement of City Council Chamber
Video Equipment
Video Equipment Recommendation is to i) find that the purchasing procedures
of Mount San Antonio College satisfy the requirements of
WCMC § 2-333, and a waiver of the City's bidding process is
granted; ii) appropriate $10,000 from General Fund reserves
received from Charter Communications under the terms of the
Settlement Agreement dated September 28, 1997\5, to CIP GP
96305 (account 110-320-3605-7900); and iii) authorize the
purchase of the itemized system components from vendors as
listed in the staff report.
Miscellaneous - Fire Department
' First Supplemental Weed & Rubbish Abatement List
Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution and set the date
of July 1, 1997 at 7:30 pm for the protest hearing on the proposed
removal of weeds and rubbish from the properties described in the First
Supplemental List.
Resolution 9459 - RESOLUTION NO. 9459 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
Weed Abatement CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFOR-
NIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION OF INTENTION NO. 9430 BY
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SP 97102 -
Plans & specs approved
APPROVING THE FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL WEED AND
RUBBISH ABATEMENT LIST
Miscellaneous - Building and Engineering Department
a) SP 97102 - Street Rehabilitation Work - Asphaltic Concrete
Overlay - —Approval of Plans and Specifications
Recommendation is to approve the plans and specifications for
SP 97102 and authorize the City Engineer to call for bids.
b) Follow-up Information on Crosswalks at the Three -Way Stop
Sift on Temple Avenue and Woodgate Drive
Temple/Woodgate crosswalks Recommendation is to direct the markings of three crosswalks
at Temple Avenue and Woodgate Drive.
Miscellaneous - Environmental Services
BKK Landfill Closure Plans Status Report
Recommendation is to receive and file the status report.
CONSENT CALENDAR MOTION Motion by Touhey and seconded by Melendez to waive further reading
of the ordinances/resolutions and adopt, and to approve all other items
fisted except: C-5 and C-7b. Motion carried by roll call vote:
AYES: Howard, Melendez, Touhey, Wong
NOES: None
ABSENT: Herfert
Item C-5 Mayor Wong stated that due to conflict of interest laws, he would
abstain from voting on the adoption of the two ordinance.
Motion by Touhey and seconded by Melendez to waive
reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1997 and Ordinance No. 1998.
Motion carried by roll call vote:
AYES: Howard, Melendez, Touhey
NOES: None
ABSENT: Herfert
ABSTAIN: Wong
Item C-7b Mayor Wong commenced a discussion on the replacement of two
paramedic units. Given the current initiative situation in which the Fire
Fighters are attempting to change fire services to the County of Los
Angeles, perhaps the City Council should wait until the initiative
process has settled.
Motion by Melendez and seconded by Howard to approve.
Further discussion ensued regarding holding a decision on this matter
until the issues of the paramedic engine proposal and the Covina fire
services proposal are dealt with. Motion to approve replacement of the
vehicles failed 1-3 with Howard, Touhey and Wong voting no.
Recess Mayor Wong called a recess at 9:08 pm. The City Council reconvened
at 9:21 pm with all members present except Herfert.
PUBLIC WORKS 1) WEST COVINA LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DIS-
TRICT NO. 1- SETTING 97/98 ASSESSMENT RATE
Mayor Pro Tern Melendez stated that due to conflict of interest
laws, he would abstain from the discussion and vote on this
issue. City Engineer Glover presented the staff report.
WC MD #1 Councilmember Howard asked about the rates when
the reserves have all been used and whether or not the residents
in the district are aware of the situation. City Engineer Glover.
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Resolution 9460 -
MD #2
Citywide MD- Public Meeting
and City Manager Starbird responded, recounting the history of
the district since 1991. The residents are not aware that a large
rate increase will happen in July, 1999.
Mayor Wong suggested revisiting the rate stabilization
curve. Councilmember Touhey suggested the City conduct a
survey of the property owners. Council discussion ensued re-
garding the possibility of reconfiguring the rate, scale.
Motion by Howard and seconded by Touhey to direct
staff to bring back rate stabilization scenariostproposal,
information, and a survey for the property owners. Motion
carried 3-0-1 with Melendez abstaining (conflict of interest).
2) WEST COVINA LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DIS-
TRICT NO.2 - SETTING 97/98 ASSESSMENT RATE
Council reviewed the staff report. Council discussed the rate
situation as it is similar to MD #1. Council was not as
concerned because the anticipated increase in 1999 is not as
significant as MD #1. Council directed staff to provide infor-
mation on this district regarding rate configurations.
City Clerk presented:
RESOLUTION NO. 9460 - A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA,
CALIFORNIA, SETTING THE AMOUNT OF MONEY
NECESSARY TO BE RAISED FOR WEST COVINA
LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 2 AND
FIXING THE RATE FOR SAID MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY
1, 1997.
Motion by Howard and seconded by Melendez to
waive further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion
carved 5-0.
3) CITYWIDE LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT -
PUBLIC MEETING
City Engineer Glover presented the staff report. Mayor Wong
stated that this matter has been advertised as a public meeting
in accordance with state law. This is to give citizens an
opportunity to ask questions and give input on the proposed
assessment prior to the public hearing scheduled for July 15s'.
Mayor Wong asked for comments and the following persons
addressed Council:
Royal Brown, 2153 Aroma Street, stated that his
condo complex is proposed for street tree assessment and there
are no trees in his neighborhood.
Arnold Friedman, 2028 Sheryl Place, stated that he has
trimming the street tree on his property and would like to be
reimbursed. City Engineer Glover thanked him for taking care
of the tree; however, the City's contractor would have done it
as specified in the contract. Upon discovering the already
trimmed tree, the contractor would advance to the next tree on
the list.
Phil Sheridan, 1365 Parkside Drive, felt the City had
enough money without assessing the residents. Mayor Wong
responded.
Mayor Wong thanked the citizens for their comments.
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4) REQUEST FOR SIDEWALK ON ASTELL AVENUE
FROM WORKMAN AVENUE TO ROWLAND AVE.
City Engineer Glover presented the staff report.
Astell Avenue sidewalk Motion by Howard and seconded by Melendez to
authorize the reduction in roadway width and the construction
of sidewalk on the east side of Astell Avenue between
It Workman Avenue and Rowland Avenue, and authorize the
City Engineer to call for bids.
WASTE MANAGEMENT ENFORCEMENT AGENCY (LEA) No reports for this meeting.
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW OF THE BKK CLASS I LAND-
FILL POSTCLOSURE MAINTENANCE PLAN AND PERMIT
Environmental Services Director Miller presented the staff report.
BKK Environmental Review Councilmember Touhey felt the City should request a full EIR
from the Department of Toxic Substance Control. Councilmember
Howard asked if there was any other way to address the concerns
without the lengthy 18-month EIR process. Discussion ensued.
Motion by Touhey and seconded by Melendez to request a full
EIR from the Department of Toxic Substance Control (Option No. I
removing the reference to a Mitigated Negative Declaration). Motion
carried 3-1 with Howard voting no.
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
1) Mayor Wong recessed the City Council meeting at 11:00 pm
to convene the Redevelopment Agency. The City Council
reconvened at 11:21 pm with all members present except
Councilmember Herfert.
2) APPROVAL OF AGREEMENT FOR
IMPLEMENTATION OF AMENDED AND RESTATED
CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND RECIPROCAL
EASEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE
AGENCY, CITY, WATT INVESTMENT PROPERTIES,
INC., WEST COVINA LAKES ASSOCIATES, AND
EDWARDS THEATRES CIRCUIT, INC.
Mayor Wong stated that due to conflict of interest laws, he
would abstain from the discussion and vote on this matter. He
turned the gavel over to Mayor Pro Tem Melendez.
Edwards Theatres Motion by Howard and seconded by Touhey to
approve the agreement for Implementation of Amended and
Restated Construction, Operation and Reciprocal Easement
Agreement. Motion carried 3-0-1 with Wong abstaining. The
gavel was returned to Mayor Wong.
HUMAN SERVICES DEPARTMENT NAME CHANGE
Human Services Director Collins presented the staff report.
Community Services Motion by Howard and seconded by Touhey to approve
eliminating the name "Human Services Department" and adopt the
recommended title of "Community Services Department." Motion
carried 4-0.
PUBLIC SAFETY No reports for this meeting.
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ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES PERSONNEL SERVICES
1) TRANSMISSION OF ORDINANCES TO AMEND THE
CONTRACT BETWEEN PERS AND THE CITY FOR
MISCELLANEOUS (Non -Safety) EMPLOYEES
Personnel Director Ure presented the staff report, stating that
four of the five employee groups have agreed to the 2% @ 55
offered by the City. Ms. Ure recommended that Council not
take action on this item, or the related following item, and seek
an exclusion regarding the one group (Mid -Management
Association) via a contract amendment prior to June 27, 1997.
Motion by Howard and seconded by Touhey to
approve Ms. Ure's recommendation. Council was dis-
appointed that the fifth group had not agreed. Motion carried
4-0.
2) TRANSMISSION OF MOU AND IMPLEMENTING
RESOLUTION RE FIVE EMPLOYEE ASSOCIATIONS
The motion taken for the above issue included this related item.
CITY MANAGER FY 1997/98 PRELIMINARY BUDGET
FY 97/98 Preliminary Budget City Manager Starbird presented the highlights of FY 96/97 and FY
97/98. Councilmember Howard complimented staff on the budget and
stated that she believes West Covina gives its citizens a lot more than
other cities with a lot less money. Councihnember Touhey remarked
that West Covina had to give $2 million to entities [the State of
California] that weren't as prudent with their money as we have been
with our. Mayor Wong reminded everyone that the protest ballot issue
regarding the Citywide Maintenance District is still pending and he.
complimented the two new Councilmembers on their quick learning
curve with budgetary issues.
City Clerk presented:
Resolution 9461 - RESOLUTION NO. 9461 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
adopting the budget CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFOR-
NIA, ADOPTING THE OPERATING BUDGET, REDEVELOP-
MENT AGENCY BUDGET, CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT
PROGRAM, AND LOCAL ENFORCEMENT AGENCY BUDGET,
AND APPROVING APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
COMMENCING JULY 1, 1997 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 1998
Motion by Touhey and seconded by Melendez to waive further
reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 3-0-1 with
Melendez abstaining from the Chamber of Commerce component.
APPROVAL OF DEMANDS Motion by Melendez and seconded by Howard to approve Demands
totaling $833,269.81 as listed on check registers 170457 through
170734. Motion carried by roll call vote:
AYES: Howard, Melendez, Touhey, Wong
NOES: None
ABSENT: Herfert
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Ron Hansel, 307 N. Astell, thanked Council for approving the sidewalk
on Astell Avenue.
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Mayor Pro Tern Melendez requested RDA Manager Yoshizaki to
respond to an earlier question regarding the transition of the
commercial areas, particularly the super markets at Amar/Azusa
shopping centers. Mr. Yoshizaki responded. .
MAYOR'S REPORTS COMMISSION APPOINTMENTS
Council reviewed the staff report. Mayor Wong reported that the
following subcommittees will interview their respective commission
candidates:
Personnel: Howard, Touhey
Human Services: Howard, Melendez
Senior Citizens': Herfert, Wong
WM/EQ Touhey, Herfert
COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS
Mayor Wong thanked the Council, the City Manager, and the City
Attorney for participating in the League team building workshop. It
was very productive and time well -spent.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez reminded Council that he would like to see
the creation of Council subcommittees for various projects and service
centers; i.e. Housing Committee, BKK Committee, Safety Committee.
ADJOURNMENT Motion by Howard and seconded by Touhey to adjourn the meeting at
12:05 am in memory of Marilyn Tice, the wife of former Mayor Herb
Tice. Motion carried 4-0.
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