10-07-1997 - Regular Meeting - MinutesMINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL
October 7, 1997
The regular meeting of the West Covina City Council was called to order at 7:54 p.m. by Mayor Wong in the City Hall
Weouncil Chambers, 1444 West Garvey Avenue, West Covina, California. Invocation was presented by Pastor Ernest
nnedy of the Tri-City Baptist Church and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Howard.
ROLL CALL Mayor Wong, Mayor Pro Tent Melendez, Councilmembers Herfert, Howard,
Touhey
Others Present Starbird, Wylie, Buchanan, Glover, Miller, Panas, Koniarsky, Bommarito, Collins,
Collier, Samaniego, Tong, Distelrath, Carpenter, Stevens, Nordin, Yautchee,
Palkhiwala, Marlyn, Ure, Gardner, Fong, Greene, Miyasato, Yoshizaki, Keating,
Janis
APPROVAL OF MINUTES Motion by Herfert, seconded by Touhey to approve the minutes of the special
meeting of September 15, 1997. Motion carried 5-0.
PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS
Presentations Councilmember Herfert and West Covina Dukes Baseball Manager, Duke Defrates
presented Certificates of Recognition to players and coaches of the West Covina
Dukes for their efforts in the Continental Amateur Baseball Association World
Series.
Community Services Director Cindy Collins and Senior Citizens Center
Supervisor Pat Bommarito extended invitations for the 75th Anniversary Call for
Volunteers.
Mayor Wong presented Assistant City Manager Steve Wylie with a Resolution of
Commendation recognizing 12 years of service to the City.
Mayor Wong presented former Mayor/Councilmember Brad McFadden with a
plaque in recognition for his service to the community from 1988 through 1997.
Proclamations Mayor Wong presented Fire Chief Richard Greene with a proclamation
proclaiming the week of October 5-11, 1997 as Fire Prevention Week.
Mayor Wong presented Covina High School Principal Dr. Karl Major and Student
Body President Mark Coupland with a proclamation proclaiming the weekend of
October 16-19, 1997 to commemorate 100 years of academic excellence and
service to the community.
HEARINGS STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION
1997 EDITION
Standard Specifications for Public Works Director Glover presented the staff report. There were no written
Public Works Construction protests or public testimony. Mayor Wong closed the public hearing and Deputy
City Clerk Buchanan presented:
Ordinance 2005 - ORDINANCE NO.2005 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Adopting 1997 Edition COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING THE 1997 EDITION OF THE STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS
FOR PUBLIC WORKS CONSTRUCTION BY REPEALING AND
ADOPTING SECTION 19-1 OF THE WEST COVINA MUNICIPAL CODE.
. Motion by Touhey, seconded by Herfert to waive further reading of the
ordinance and adopt. Motion carried by roll call vote:
AYES: Herfert, Howard, Melendez, Touhey, Wong
NOES: None
CONSENT CALENDAR Written Communications (receive and file)
City Manager Starbird received a letter from Bruce Leinbach, 1308 Sandy Hill Dr.,
requesting a change in the time for non -agenda items in oral communications and
restricting citizens speaking to five minutes on agendized items.
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Bruce Leinbach addressed Council suggesting that non -agenda Oral
Communication item be moved to the front of the agenda. He also suggested that
the Council meetings begin at 7:00, allowing one-half hour for non -agenda matters
to be addressed with a five-minute limit on speakers.
Iris Delameter, 1212 E. Eckerman, concurred with Mr. Leinbach. She
suggested 15 minutes for non -agenda items.
• Mayor Wong explained Council's rationale in handling oral
communications in the current manner.
Councilmember Herfert suggested that staff review the oral
communication policy and bring back their findings to Council at a later meeting.
Commissions Summary of Actions (receive and file)
Community Services 09/09/97
Planning 09/23/97 & 09/30/97
Senior Citizens 09/1 1/97
Claims for Action (deny and notify claimant)
On June 18, 1997, the City Clerk's Office receive a claim for property damage
amounting to $598.00 from Truong My Lan.
On April 24, 1997, the City Clerk's Office received a claim for personal injuries
from Jose Guerra. The amount of claim had not been determined at time of
presentation.
On August 15, 1997, the City Clerk's Office received a claim for property damage
amounting to $1,058.12 from Eduardo R. Diaz.
On June 20, 1997, the City Clerk's Office received a claim for personal injuries in
the sum of ten million dollars per claimant from Sergio Teran, Wendy Lisbeth
Teran and Wendy Lopez.
Temporary Use Permits (receive and file)
TUP #2413-97 for St. Christopher's Annual Fiesta at 629 South Glendora Avenue
for a church carnival from 10/03/97 through 10/15/97.
TUP #2414-97 for First Financial Company at 1616 W. Cameron Avenue for
employee BBQ in the parking lot on 9/27/97.
Acceptance of Improvements and/or Release of Bonds
WP-94114 - Staff recommends accepting water line and pumping station improvements and
Robert G. Castongia, Inc. authorize release of Ranger Insurance Company, Bond No. RICO226207, in the
amount of $414,175.00, subject to Notice of Completion procedure.
Traffic Committee Minutes (accept and file)
Minutes of the regular meeting held September 16, 1997.
Award of Bids
GP-98301 - Painting at Senior Center Annex
GP-98301 -
Recommendation is to accept the bid of B & Z Construction in the amount of
B & Z Construction
$6,800, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement with
same for the work to be done.
MP-98509 - Compressed Natural Gas Fueling Facilitv at City Yard
MP-98509 -
Recommendation is that the City Council take the following actions:
Allsup Corporation
a) Accept the bid of Allsup Corporation in the amount of $234,981 for the
base bid and three options, and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to
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execute an agreement with same for the work to be done; and
b) Approve the appropriation transfer of $15,000 from the Information Kiosk
project (account 1 19-304-3855-7900) to the CNG fueling facility project
(account156-304-3859-7900).
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Miscellaneous - Public Works
Project Nos. SP-97103 & SP-97107 - Sunset Avenue and Lark Ellen Avenue Street
Rehabilitation Funding
Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution:
Resolution 9494 - RESOLUTION NO. 9494 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Supplement MOO COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
• APPROVING SUPPLEMENT NO. M001 LOCAL AGENCY -STATE
AGREEMENT NO.07-5259 AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
AND CITY CLERK TO EXECUTE SAID SUPPLEMENT NO. M001.
Miscellaneous - Community Services Department
Application for Funds from Proposition "A" 1996 Safe Neighborhood Parks Grant
Recommendation is to adopt the following resolutions:
Resolution 9495 -
RESOLUTION NO.9495 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Municipal Pool Improvements
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA APPROVING THE
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT PER
PARCEL DISCRETIONARY GRANT PROGRAM FOR MUNICIPAL
POOL IMPROVEMENTS.
Resolution 9496 -
RESOLUTION NO. 9496 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Civic Center Bandshell
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA APPROVING THE
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT PER
PARCEL DISCRETIONARY GRANT PROGRAM FOR A CIVIC CENTER
BANDSHELL.
Resolution 9497 -
RESOLUTION NO. 9497 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Palmview Park Restroom Addition
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA APPROVING THE
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT PER
PARCEL DISCRETIONARY GRANT PROGRAM FOR A RESTROOM
ADDITION AT THE PALM VIEW PARK.
Resolution 9498 -
RESOLUTION NO.9498 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Del Norte Park Ballfield Improvements
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA APPROVING THE
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT PER
PARCEL DISCRETIONARY GRANT PROGRAM FOR BALL FIELD
IMPROVEMENTS AT DEL NORTE PARK.
Resolution 9499 -
RESOLUTION NO.9499 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Park Parking Lot Improvements
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA APPROVING THE
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT PER
PARCEL DISCRETIONARY GRANT PROGRAM FOR PARK PARKING
LOT IMPROVEMENTS.
Resolution 9500 -
RESOLUTION NO.9500 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
W.C.H.S. Tennis Court Improvements
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA APPROVING THE
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT PER
PARCEL DISCRETIONARY GRANT PROGRAM FOR WEST COVINA
HIGH SCHOOL TENNIS COURT IMPROVEMENTS.
Resolution 9501 -
RESOLUTION NO. 9501— A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Hollencrest Batting Cage and
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA APPROVING THE
Improvements
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT PER
PARCEL DISCRETIONARY GRANT PROGRAM FOR HOLLENCREST
BATTING CAGE AND IMPROVEMENTS.
resolution 9502 -
RESOLUTION NO.9502 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Cortez Park Snackbar Hood
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA APPROVING THE
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT PER
PARCEL DISCRETIONARY GRANT PROGRAM FOR CORTEZ PARK
SNACKBAR HOOD.
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Resolution 9503 -
Shadow Oak Park Sprinkler
System
Resolution 9504 -
Wark Security Lighting
provements
RESOLUTION NO.9503 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA APPROVING THE
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT PER
PARCEL DISCRETIONARY GRANT PROGRAM FOR SHADOW OAK
PARK SPRINKLER SYSTEM.
RESOLUTION NO. 9504 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA APPROVING THE
APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FROM THE LOS ANGELES
COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT PER
PARCEL DISCRETIONARY GRANT PROGRAM FOR PARK SECURITY
LIGHTING IMPROVEMENTS.
Revised June 1997 City Treasurer's Report (receive & tile)
Council considered the adoption of a revised City Treasurer's Report for June,
1997.
City Treasurer's Report (receive & file)
City Treasurer's Report for the month of July, 1997.
CONSENT CALENDAR MOTION Motion by Touhey, seconded by Herfert to waive further reading of the resolutions
and adopt, and to approve all items listed on the Consent Calendar. Motion carried
by roll call vote:
AYES: Herfert, Howard, Melendez, Touhey, Wong
NOES: None
Councilmember Herfert requested that Item F-I be moved forward due to the amount of concerned citizens present in the
audience.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT Resolution of Denial of Administrative Use Permit No. 3
Planning Director delivered the staff report. Deputy City Clerk presented:
Resolution 9505 - RESOLUTION NO.9505 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Denial of AUP No. 3 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, DE-
NYING ADMINISTRATIVE USE PERMIT NO. 3.
Motion by Herfert, seconded by Melendez to waive further reading
of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 3-2 (Howard, Wong).
PUBLIC WORKS 1) DISTRIBUTION OF WATER DISTRICT REFUNDS
Public Works Director Glover presented the staff report. Councilmember
Water District Refunds Touhey asked why not issue refund checks instead of credits and Mr.
Glover responded that credits would be a more economical way to handle
the refund.
Mayor Wong inquired as to what will be done to get refunds to
those customers who are no longer in our service area. Mr. Glover
explained the tracking process in response.
Motion by Herfert, seconded by Touhey to approve the
disbursement of surplus funds to eligible customers based on the amount
of water purchased during the period from May 1, 1995 to April 30, 1996,
and authorize the City Engineer to proceed with the refund distribution.
2) Project No. GP-98306 — Seismic Strengthening of Civic Center
Parking Structure
City Building Official Shannon Yautchee presented the staff report.
GP-98306 — Seismic Strengthening Councilmember Herfert asked about the County's role in this
Civic Center Parking Structure project. City Manager Starbird responded that the City has made
. numerous efforts to get their participation in this project. He noted that the
County expressed no interest in the project, citing their strained financial
situation.
Motion by Herfert, seconded by Touhey to accept the proposal of
EQE International to provide engineering design and inspection services
for the amount of $29,000, to authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to enter
into an agreement with EQE International, and to direct staff to
communicate with L.A. County regarding their fair share responsibility to
this project. Motion carried 5-0.
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3) Proposed Agreement Between the City of West Covina and the
Redevelopement Agency for the Use of Bond Proceeds for Public
Improvements
City Building Official Shannon Yautchee presented the staff report.
Use of RDA Bond Proceeds
City Manager Starbird supplemented Mr. Yautchee's presentation
for Public Improvements
by suggesting that Council authorize the allocation of funds for the
engineering services. He stated that when the engineering services are
completed, staff will apply to FEMA for 75% funding; and before the
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project goes to bid, staff will have a more accurate figure of the
Redevelopment funds needed for the improvements.
Motion by Howard, seconded by Herfert to approve the
expenditure of $29,000 for engineering services for the Project No. GP-
98306. Motion carried 5-0.
RECESS Mayor Wong recessed the City Council meeting at 9:00 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9:12 p.m. with all
members present.
ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES West Covina Rate Increase Reauest
City Manager Starbird briefed Council on the rate increase request and introduced
West Covina Rate Increase Request Sam Barakat of Barakat & Chamberlin. Mr. Barakat presented an overview of
their findings of the rate adjustment proposal by Athens Disposal.
Council discussion Mayor Wong asked for clarification on the closing times of the landfills.
Mr. Barakat responded. Councilmember Touhey expounded on the fluctuations in
closing times of the landfills. Mr. Touhey added that he receives a listing of
closure times monthly and will supply fellow Councilmembers with copies as he
receive them.
Dennis Chiapetta, West Covina Disposal, discussed the costs for trash and
green waste containers. After much discussion, Councilmember Touhey suggested
that the City freeze its franchise fee to ensure the smallest increase possible to its
customers.
Motion by Herfert, seconded by Howard to hold the item over to the next
meeting. Motion carried 5-0.
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Mayor Wong recessed the City Council meeting at 10:01 p.m. to convene the
Redevelopment Agency meeting. The City Council reconvened at 10:29 p.m. with
all members present.
1997 HOME Application
Redevelopment Agency Project Coordinator Miyasato presented the staff report.
Public comments
At this time, Mayor Wong accepted oral communications from the
following citizens:
Sylvia Rugamas
Sylvia Rugamas, 3456 Phoebe Ct, offered her support for the program and
encouraged Council to approve the application.
Yolanda Preciado
Yolanda Preciado, 3456 Phoebe Ct., thanked Council for the program.
She stated that she was one of the recepients from last year.
Mary Lou Hernandez
Mary Lou Hernandez, 7941 E. Lake Knoll Dr., San Gabriel, thanked the
Council for the program that gave her daughter the opportunity to become a
homeowner. She stated that she would like to see another daughter have the same
opportunity.
Nadine Campos
Nadine Campos, 1781 Neil Armstrong, Montebello, noted that she is an
applicant of the program and strongly encouraged Council to approve the
application.
Brenda Daniels
Brenda Daniels, 2208 Calle Leon, expressed her thanks to the Council for
making it possible for her to own a home. She urged the Council to approve the
application so that others like herself will benefit.
Natalie Tschiedel
Natalie Tschiedel, 648 S. Barranca, Covina, expressed her support of City -
assisted First Time Home Buyers programs.
Deputy City Clerk Buchanan presented:
RESOLUTION NO.9506 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF
AN APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA STATE DEPARTMENT OF
HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT FOR FUNDING UNDER
THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM; AND THE
EXECUTION OF A STANDARD AGREEMENT AND ANY RELATED
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DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO PARTICIPATE IN THE HOME
INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM IF SELECTED FOR SUCH
FUNDING.
Motion by Howard, seconded by Herfert to waive further reading of the
resolution and adopt. Motion carried 5-0.
OUBLIC SAFETY SERVICES Fire Department
Funding for Paramedic Training and Authorization to Issue a Request for
Proposal for Ambulance Service
Paramedic Training and RFP Fire Chief Greene presented the staff report.
For Ambulance Service Councilmember Touhey asked if we could request a paramedic along with
an EMT in our RFP for ambulance service. Chief Greene responded that this
Council comments could be included in the RFP. In addition, Mr. Touhey asked what happens to the
money the.City receives from the County when we supply paramedic services to
the Valinda area. Chief Greene responded that the money goes to the General
Fund. He added that the last billing was just under $10,000 which covered the
program's inception through July 1, 1997.
Motion by Herfert, seconded by Touhey to take the following actions:
• Appropriate $4,684 for tuition to account 2184-6020 (paramedic training),
$148,836 for coverage to account 2181-5113 (constant manning), and $44,000
for equipment to account 2184-6270 (paramedic equipment).
• Authorize the Fire Department to issue a" Request for Proposal' to Our two
ambulance providers.
• Include the request for one paramedic and one EMT per ambulance in the
RFP.
Motion carried 5-0.
PERSONNEL SERVICES
1) Approval of Class Specification for Public Services Officer and
Reclassification of Jailer Positions
Personnel Director Diane Ure made the staff presentation.
Public Services Officers &
Councilmember Herfert asked if the bargaining unit was agreeable
Jailer Reclassification
with this. He suggested that this item be held over to allow staff to get the
bargaining unit's concurrence in writing.
Motion by Herfert, seconded by Touhey to hold this item over
pending a letter of concurrence from the San Bernardino Public
Employees' Association. Motion carried 4-1 with Wong voting no.
2) Classification Study of Community Services Department
Personnel Director Diane Ure presented the staff report. Deputy City
Clerk Buchanan presented:
Resolution 9507 -
RESOLUTION NO.9507 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Classification Study
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
Community Services Department
AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 7223, RELATING TO
CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION OF POSITIONS, AS
AMENDED, AND APPROVING THE CLASSIFICATIONS OF
COMMUNITY SERVICES DIRECTOR, RECREATION
SERVICES MANAGER, COMMUNITY SERVICES
COORDINATOR, COMMUNITY SERVICES MANAGER, AND
RECREATION SERVICES SUPERVISOR.
Motion by Herfert, seconded by Touhey to waive further reading
of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 5-0.
•CITY MANAGER
1) Commission Attendance Policy
Assistant City Manager Steve Wylie made the staff presentation.
Commission Attendance Policy
Mayor Pro Tern Melendez noted that he agreed with the Planning
Commission's policy, but because they meet twice monthly, he feels the
amount of absences should be doubled.
Councilmember Howard suggested six absences by Planning
Commissioners instead of eight. She was also opposed to the warning
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letters to commissioners, noting that this information is given to them at
the beginning of their terms.
Councilmember Herten concurs with Councilmember Howard
and feels an umbrella clause is necessary for circumstances beyond the
control of the individual.
Councilmember Touhey concurred with the other members of the
Council and suggested that the policy cover a calendar year.
• City Manager Starbird suggested a practice used by the Chamber
of Commerce where a notice is included in the packets to each
commissioner. This practice would be the responsibility of the department
serving the commission.
Mayor Wong presented the recommendation as follows:
• A Commissioner missing three consecutive meetings is deemed to
have vacated his or her office.
• A Commissioner missing a total of four meetings during any calendar
year is deemed to have vacated his or her office. (Six meetings for
Planning Commissioners)
• There is no differentiation between excused and non -excused
absences.
• Policy becomes effective on January 1, 1998.
Motion by Howard, seconded by Melendez to approve the
recommendation as presented by Mayor Wong. Motion carried 4-1 with
Herten voting no.
2) Community Services Center
Community Services Center Assistant City Manager Steve Wylie presented the staff report.
Mayor Wong noted that he would like to try for a shorter lease of
two years to see if the concept works.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez opposed the shorter lease noting the
communication with the constituents in the area regarding their need for a
sense of community. He also stated that businesses in the area have made
financial commitments to help support the center.
Councilmember Howard concurred with a two-year lease. She
expressed a desire to meet with Harvey Capital to negotiate a more
attractive two-year lease.
Councilmember Touliey stated that he would like to move
forward noting that the City has adequate funding for the project. He
stated that it is time to make the citizens in the area feel like a part of the
West Covina family.
Councilmember Herten thanked Mayor Pro Tem Melendez for
the bringing this project forward. He also cited issues of concern in
southern West Covina that are not issues in the central or northern areas.
Mr. Herfert also expressed an interest in changing the Shuttle route to
accommodate the south side citizens.
Motion by Melendez; seconded by Touhey to approve the
proposed concept of operations for the Community Services Center, and
authorize the City Manager to execute a four-year lease with Harvey
Capital for the property at 2413 S. Azusa Avenue. Motion carried 3-2
with Wong and Howard voting no.
Motion for Closed Session Motion by Herfert, seconded by Touhey to add a closed session to
the agenda. Motion carried 5-0.
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Wong recessed the City Council meeting at 1 1:40 to conduct a
.. closed session on the following matter:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -Potential Litigation
Pursuant to Government Code &54956 9(b) or (c): One case.
The closed session concluded at 1 1:49 p.m. Mayor Wong reconvened the City Council meeting at 1 1:49 p.m. with all
members present except Mayor Pro Tent Melendez, who arrived shortly thereafter.
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APPROVAL OF DEMANDS Motion by Herfert, seconded by Howard to approve demands
totaling $1,391,626.08 as listed on registers #172563 through #172935.
Motion carried by roll call vote:
AYES: Herfert, Howard, Melendez, Touhey, Wong
NOES: None
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Royall Brown
MAYOR'S REPORTS
COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS
Code Enforcement Services
Touhey
Howard
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Royal Brown, Aroma Drive, congratulated Council on moving forward
with the Community Services Center.
Mayor Wong noted that he had attended the 25th Anniversary of
the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit at Queen of the Valley Campus of Citrus
Valley Health Partners.
Contracting for Code Enforcement Services
Councilmember Touhey expressed an interest in enhancing the
City's Code Enforcement program by adding officers and/or
contracting out for services. He moved to put the Code Enforcement
program and prosecutorial services out for RFP. The motion failed
for lack of a second.
City Manager Starbird suggested that Council direct staff to
explore the current level of service and structure an RFP to bring
back to Council for discussion.
After further discussion, Mr. Touhey requested a breakdown
of the fully -burdened costs of the current program. Staff was then
directed to provide Council with a general scope of a structured RFP
at the next meeting.
Councilmember Howard requested that the potential opposition to
the Bonelli Park project be agendized for the October 21 Council meeting.
Motion by Howard, seconded by Touhey to adjourn the meeting at 12:10
a.m. in memory of Gene Morales, Former Lead Maintenance Worker and
Grover Miller, father of Environmehtal Services Director Mike Miller.
Motion carried 5-0.
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