06-15-1999 - Regular Meeting - MinutesI
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL
NNE 15, 1999
The regular meeting of the West Covina City Council was called to order by Mayor Howard at 7:37 pm
in the City Hall Council Chamber, 1444 W. Garvey Avenue, West Covina. City Manager Hobbs gave
the invocation and Councilmember Herfert led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL Mayor Howard, Mayor Pro Tem Melendez, Councilmembers
Herfert, Touhey, Wong
Others Present: Hobbs, Fields, Tucker, Wills, Collier, Schimanski, Pidgeon, King,
Greene, Bommarito, Martyn, Garcia, McDonald, Chung,
Samaniego, Nagel, Fong, McIsaac, Berry
APPROVAL OF MINUTES The following minutes were approved as presented:
Regular meeting of May 18, 1999
Adjourned regular meeting of May 19, 1999
PRESENTATIONS Mayor Howard presented Community Services Commissioner
Gloria Vargas with a Resolution of Commendation for receiving a
Congressional Merit Award from the 34a' Congressional District.
Elks Member John Hughes announced the upcoming Fourth of
July events, many of which are slated to help raise funds for the
MDA.
HEARING FIRST SUPPLEMENTAL WEED AND RUBBISH
ABATEMENT LIST
Mayor Howard stated that this hearing is the final step in the
administrative process of the First Supplemental Weed & Rubbish
Abatement List for the 1999 Weed Abatement Program,
City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of mailing. Motion by
Wong and seconded by Howard to receive and file the affidavit.
Motion carried 5-0.
Mayor Howard opened the hearing and Fire Chief Greene
presented the staff report. He referenceda communications from
Kin Properties, Inc., White Plains, New York, requesting the City
not move forward with the abatement program on property located
on Garvey Avenue as the property owner would hire a private
operator to clean and clear the weeds and rubbish.
Public Testimony Mayor Howard opened the public testimony portion of the hearing
and City Clerk Berry stated a fax had been received from Mr.
Howard Heller regarding property located at 2101 S. Garvey.
Fire Chief Greene noted that this was the same property referred to
during the staff report. He added the property was checked today
and had been cleared appropriately, thereby alleviating any further
action by the City.
none Mayor Howard asked for verbal comments or objections and no
one addressed the City Council.
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Testimony Closed Mayor Howard closed the public testimony portion of the hearing.
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Wong to order the abatement
of weeds and rubbish on those properties described in Resolution
No. 9699. Motion carried 5-0.
• HEARING WEST COVINA AUTO PLAZA BUSINESS IMPROVE-
MENT DISTRICT —
1999/2000 ANNUAL REPORT AND ASSESSMENT
Mayor Howard explained that the Annual Report sets forth the
budget and proposed assessment for the Business Improvement
District for FY 99/00.
City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication and Mayor
Howard opened the hearing. Redevelopment Agency Director
Chung presented the staff report.
Public Testimonv Mayor Howard opened the public testimony portion of the hearing
and asked for comments in relation to this subject matter. No one
none addressed the City Council. Mayor Howard closed the public testi-
Testimony Closed mony portion of the hearing.
City Clerk Berry presented
Resolution 9703 - RESOLUTION NO. 9703 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
confirming the report CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA,
CONFRUIMNG THE ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE WEST
COVINA AUTO PLAZA BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 1999/2000
Motion by Wong and seconded by Herfert to waive further
reading of the resolution and adopt.
HEARING FY 1999/2000 FINAL RECOMMENDED BUDGET
Mayor Howard noted that this hearing is to consider the adoption
of the FY 1999/2000 Final Recommended Budget and the Capital
Improvement Program Budget.
City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication. Mayor
Howard opened the hearing and City Manager Hobbs presented the
Budget Message that included a status of the City Council's top
seven priorities from last year. Finance Director Tucker gave a
power point presentation of the recommended budget.
Public Testimonv Mayor Howard opened the hearing to receive comments about the
proposed budget and Capital Improvement Program. The
following individuals addressed the City Council.
Edda Schecter Edda Scheeler, 2015 Chaparral, appreciated that Council was in
the process of purchasing the Ridge Riders area on Citrus. She
requested the City Council consider doing the same with the
Aroma Ballfield area.
• John Scheuplein John Scheuplein, 1520 E. Newcrest Drive, referred to Code
Enforcement, Page 10 of the budget document. He really opposed
the idea of using a code enforcement program to increase revenues.
He also opposed the use of fire fighters to report code enforcement
problems as well. He suggested a volunteer program under Com-
munity Services, to address revitalization rather than the concept
proposed by staff. In relation to the $1 million set aside proposed
for revitalization of the various segments of the community, he
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wanted to be sure the City approaches this program with sensitivity
and to be careful about using redevelopment funds for home
improvement.
Royal Brown Royal Brown, 2153 Aroma Drive, opposed using $1 million in
RDA housing set -aside funds for revitalization of various
neighborhoods. He suggested using the money on the neigh-
borhood/commercial areas.
Frank Williams Frank Williams, 111 S. Barranca St. #240, addressed the house
adjacent to Cortez Park purchased some time ago by the City. He
suggested leveling the house, remove the barbed wire, and convert
it to a practice field for the little league.
Testimony closed
Mayor Howard closed the public testimony portion of the hearing.
Council Discussion Councilmember Herfert spoke about his dissatisfaction with the
budget process. He preferred a process where the Councilmembers
were asked for ideas before the budget was prepared. He
suggested any extra money be put aside for park maintenance, not
home improvement.
Mr. Herfert disagreed with allotting an additional $1
million to the annual $300,000 for the home improvement
program. He concluded by supporting code enforcement and sug-
gested a community meeting be held at the beginning of the
process next year at which time Council can be consulted.
Councilmember Touhey expressed concern about blending the
BKK long-term strategic fund with the General Fund Reserves as
proposed in the budget. He did not favor increasing either the First
Time Home Buyers' Program or the Home Improvement Program.
Assigning fire fighters to augment code enforcement programs
without meeting and conferring first is inappropriate.
Mr. Touhey reminded staff to include all school districts
serving West Covina, not just West Covina Unified School
District, when envisioning the future. He felt strongly that the
City should put the Cortez House in order before citing others for
upkeep and maintenance problems. Lastly, the cable channel is in
need of additional programming; perhaps some just for kids.
Melendez Mayor Pro Tern Melendez discussed responses prepared by the
City to the comments received during the Capital Improvement
Projects program and addressed some of those projects and the
funding sources.
Mr. Melendez noted that before the budget process began,
the City was looking at a $1.7 million challenge in the General
Fund. Additionally, the drug asset forfeiture funds were ex-
hausted at the end of the 1998/1999 fiscal year. This budget is
balanced and has taken these things into consideration. He con-
cluded his remarks favoring the community reinvestment program
proposed in the budget because there is a direct link between
community beautification and public safety.
Wong Councilmember Wong supported the proposed budget, the result of
long hours of participation at three study sessions. He said that
although he didn't agree with all the items in the budget, it does
represent compromises reached and decisions made by the
Councilmembers during the study sessions. There are some policy
issues that should be addressed, but after the adoption of the
budget would be appropriate."
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Howard Mayor Howard addressed the issue of the $1 million for home
improvements. It would be available to moderate -income home-
owners. Major repairs, such as roofs and driveways are expensive.
She empathized with the concerns expressed about the program
being punitive. She noted substantial deterioration in multi -family
complexes over the last thirty years.
• Mayor Howard agreed that the City must get its house in
order first and reported several items she has already mentioned to
the City Manager that need to be done. She commended staff for
the budget document and mentioned that even though she didn't
agree with every single line item, she would be supportive of the
adoption.
Motion by Touhey.and seconded by Herfert to have the $9.87
million of BKK Long Range Strategic Fund stay in its own
identified account, pull the two $1 million housing set -aside pro-
jects, and remove the fire fighters from .the code enforcement
program. Motion failed 2-3 with Melendez, Wong, and Howard
voting no.
Councilmember Herfert referred to a document delivered late last
evening wherein there is a reference to the increase in the City
Attorney retainer hours.
City Manager Hobbs stated that the proposed budget does
not include an increase in retainer hours. That would be an item
that would be placed before the City Council.
Councilmember Herfert objected to a $103,000 operating reserve
account that originally had been $25,000. City Manager Hobbs
explained the increase and that it is a line item called reserve
appropriation. Councilmember Herfert stated that since it is ear-
marked for emergencies and nothing specific, there is no need for a
separate account from the regular reserves.
City Clerk presented:
Resolution 9704 - RESOLUTION NO. 9704 — RESOLUTION OF THE
FY 99/00 Budget Adoption CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, ADOPTING THE FINAL RECOMMENDED
OPERATING BUDGET, REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
BUDGET, CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM BUDGET,
AND LOCAL ENFORCEMENT AGENCY BUDGET, AND
APPROVING THE APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE FISCAL
YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 1999 AND ENDING JUNE 30,
2000
Motion by Wong and seconded to waive further reading of
the resolution and adopt.
Discussion Mayor Pro Tern Melendez recommended that the Chamber of
Commerce portion of the budget be set aside for a temporary
period until an arrangement can be made for an interim Director,
since the current one just resigned. Mr. Melendez put this into an
amended motion. Councilmember Wong declined to second the
motion and referred to the City Manager's memorandum regarding
• the Chamber's situation and budgetary consideration.
Mayor Howard asked for a vote of the motion made by
Councilmember Wong. Motion failed 2-3 with Herfert,
Melendez, and Touhey voting no.
Motion by Melendez to approve the budget as recommended by
staff with the removal of the portion relating to the Chamber of
Commerce, until such time as Council can review the strategy.
Motion died for lack of a second.
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Recess
Resolution adoption
CONSENT CALENDAR
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to hold over the
budget to the 23rd of June. Mr. Herfert rescinded his motion.
Motion by Wong to waive further reading of the resolution and
adopt. Motion died for lack of a second. Councilmember Wong
suggested a recess.
Mayor Howard called a recess at 9:42 pm. The City Council
reconvened at 9:49 pm with all members present.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez stated that during the break he met with
the representatives from the Chamber of Commerce and has been
assured that a professional interim director will be forthcoming
soon. Mr. Melendez stated he was now comfortable with moving
forward with the adoption of the budget with the Chamber portion
included.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Melendez to waive
further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 3-2
with Herfert and Touhey voting no.
Councilmember Herfert requested the Cortez Park House
situation as well as the transfer of the $900,000 from the Ridge
Rider site acquisition to Aroma Drive. City Manager Hobbs noted
that the money was predicated on the sale of Shakespeare Park.
Councilmember Herfert thanked . him for the information and
requested a staff report.
Commission/Summary of Actions (receive & file)
Planning Commission 6/8/99
Ordinances for Adoption (waive reading & adopt)
Ordinance 2035 - ORDINANCE NO. 2035 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Amendment to PERS Contract COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BET-
WEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC
EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA
Ordinance 2036 - ORDINANCE NO. 2036 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Amendment to PERS Contract COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT
BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC
EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA
Ordinance 2037 - ORDINANCE NO. 2037 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Redevelopment Plan approved COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, APPROVING AND
ADOPTING THE REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE CITYWIDE
REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT
Ordinance 2038 - ORDINANCE NO. 2038 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Zone Change 662 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO. 662
Ordinance 2039 - ORDINANCE NO. 2039 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Code Amendment 289 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 26 (ZONING) OF THE WEST COVINA
MUNICIPAL CODE RELATED TO PIGEON KEEPING IN THE
"SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL" (R-1) AND "RESIDENTIAL
AGRICULTURAL" (R-A) ZONES (Code Amendment No. 289)
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Ordinance 2040 - ORDINANCE NO. 2040 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
re alcoholic beverages COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING SECTION 15-5, SUBSECTIONS (b), (c) and (d)
Approval of Final Maps
Parcel Map No. 24771 — Gary Fujimoto
Location: 407 N. Orange Avenue
Resolution 9705 - RESOLUTION NO. 9705 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
Parcel Map 24771 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, APPROVING FINAL MAP OF PARCEL MAP NO.
24771 AND DIRECTING THE RECORDATION THEREOF
(Gary Fujimoto)
Acceptance of Improvements/Release of Bonds
PP 98213 — Cortez and Friendship Parks Snackbar Hoods and
and Score Booth Addition — Whelan Construction
PP 98213 - Recommendation is to accept on -site improvements located at
Whelan Construction Cortez Park and Friendship Park, and authorize the release of
Intercargo Insurance Company Bond No. LFO1-10725 in the
amount of $52,442.00, subject to Notice of Completion.
Award of Bids
Bid No. 99-002 — Wireless Data Network Equipment
Bid No. 99-002 - Recommendation is to award Bid No. 99-002 for the purchase of
JADTEC additional wireless data network equipment to facilitate the
operation of the Fire Department's Records Management System
to the lowest responsive bidder: JADTEC Computer Group at a
cost not to exceed $25,464.75.
SP 97110 —
Rehabilitation of Segments of Various Bus Route Streets
SP 97110 - Recommendation is to hold over the award of a contract to provide
Held over time to further review the bids that were received.
Southerly Park Landscape Maintenance Contract —
City Specification No. CP-99-7
Landscape Maintenance - Recommendation is to accept the bid of Mariposa Horticultural
Mariposa Horticultural Enterprise in the amount of $111,960 ($4,655 monthly) for a two-
year period and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an
agreement for the work to be performed.
Purchase of Flatbed Dump Truck
Flatbed Dump Truck - Recommendation is to authorize the purchase of a heavy-duty flat-
Tom's Isuzu/GMC Truck Center bed dump truck from Tom's Isuza/GMC Truck Center in the
amount of $27,140.14 including tax and delivery.
Armored Transportation Service
Armored Transport Service - Recommendation is to authorize the Finance Director to continue
Brinks to use Brinks as its armored transportation service for fiscal year
ending June 30, 2000 under the same terms and conditions that
currently exist.
Miscellaneous — Public Services
SP 99101 — Sidewalk Construction —
Approval of Plans & Specifications
SP 99101 - Recommendation is to approve the plans and specs for SP 99101
Plans & specs approved and authorize the City Engineer to call for bids.
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Miscellaneous — City Manager's Office
Discover West Covina — Extension of Contract
Discover West Covina - Recommendation is to approve the extension of the Publishing
Contract extended Agreement between the Chamber of Commerce of West Covina,
the City of West Covina, the West Covina Redevelopment Agency
and the Independent Voice. The extension will take effect July 1,
1999 and continue through June 30, 2000.
Miscellaneous — Personnel Department
Approval of Revised Class and Job Description for Redevelopment
Manager and Redevelopment Project Manager
Recommendation is to waive further reading and adopt:
Resolution 9706 RESOLUTION NO. 9706 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
Class specs for 2 positions CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 7223, RELATING
TO CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION OF
POSITIONS, AS AMENDED; AND APPROVING THE
REVISIONS TO THE REDEVELOPMENT MANAGER AND
REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT MANAGER SPECIFICATIONS
CONSENT CALENDAR ACTION Motion by Herfert and seconded by Melendez to waive further
reading of the ordinances/resolutions and adopt; and to approve all
other items listed on the Consent Calendar. Motion carried by roll
call vote:
AYES: Herfert, Melendez, Touhey, Wong, Howard
NOES: None
Councilmember Herfert requested Item M-1 be moved forward on
the Agenda to .be considered at this time. Mayor Howard
concurred and Council considered the following matter.
COUNCH.MEMBERS' REPORTS
PLACEMENT OF AMERICAN FLAGS
Administrative Analyst Pidgeon presented the staff report.
Councilmember Wong suggested looking into the manner in which
other cities and civic organizations work together to accomplish
this. Public Works probably has some ideas and criteria as to
placements and manner.
Elba Comeau Elba Comeau, 1925 E. Merced Avenue, spoke as President of West
Covina Beautiful. She requested Council to seriously consider the
placing of flags throughout the City during national holidays to
help re -instill patriotism.
PUBLIC SERVICES
Valencia Height lease extension
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Melendez to allot $10,000
from City Manager reserves for the purchase of the flags and the
development of this program. Motion carried 5-0.
THIRD EXTENSION OF LEASE FOR THE VALENCIA
HEIGHTS WATER COMPANY'S CITRUS STREET
Gouncdmember Wong stated that as a customer of Valencia
Heights Water Company, he owns one share of stock, a mutual
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water company requirement. This creates a conflict of interest and
he stated that he would abstain from the discussion and vote on this
matter.
Public Services Director Collier presented the staff report.
Motion by Touhey and seconded by Herfert to authorize
• the Mayor to execute the third extension to the Land Lease with
Valencia Heights Water Company subject to the terms in the
agreement and appropriate $7,500.00 from the General fund
Reserve appropriations to PP 99220. Motion carried 4-0-1 with
Wong abstaining.
THIRD EXTENSION OF ENA WITH
SUBURBAN WATER SYSTEM
Suburban Water System - Public Services Director Collier presented the staff report.
ENA extension Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to approve a
Third Amendment to the Exclusive Negotiating Agreement with
Suburban Water Systems to extend the term for an additional 90
days, until October 26, 1999. Motion carried 4-0-1 with Melendez
abstaining.
WEST COVINA LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO. 1— SETTING OF 1999/2000 ASSESSMENT RATES
City Engineer Mayer presented the staff report. This maintenance
district is a 1911 Act ad valorem district established in 1971 and is
therefore exempt from the voting requirements of Proposition 218.
He stated that the levy will raise approximately $137,443.00 by
increasing the rate is 9.4 cents per hundred dollars of assessed
valuation.
Mayor Pro Tem Melendez stated that because he lives in this
maintenance district, he has a conflict and would abstain from the
discussion and vote on this issue.
City Clerk presented:
Resolution 9707 - RESOLUTION NO. 9797 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
MD #1 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, SETTING THE AMOUNT OF MONEY NECESSARY
TO BE RAISED FOR WEST COVINA LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 1 AND FIXING THE TAX
RATE FOR SAID MAINTENANCE DISTRICT FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 1999
Motion by Howard and seconded by Wong to waive further
reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion failed 2-2-1 with
Herfert and Touhey voting no and Melendez abstaining.
Councilmember Herfert stated that he voted no because as
he understands the upcoming budget, the City has plenty of money
and does not need to raise the rate.
WEST COVINA LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
NO 2 — SETTING OF 1999/2000 ASSESSMENT RATES
• City Engineer Mayer presented the staff report. This maintenance
district is an ad valorem district and is exempt from the procedures
of Proposition 218. He stated that the proposed tax rate for
1999/2000 is 1.9 cent per hundred.dollars of assessed valuation
which will raise approximately $19,230.
City Clerk presented:
Resolution 9708 - RESOLUTION NO. 9708 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
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MD #2 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, SETTING THE AMOUNT OF MONEY NECESSARY
TO BE RAISED FOR WEST COVINA LANDSCAPE
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 2 AND FIXING THE TAX
RATE FOR SAID MAINTENANCE DISTRICT FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 1999
Motion by Howard and seconded by Wong to waive further
reading of the resolution and to adopt. Motion carried 3-2 with
Herfert and Touhey voting no.
CENSUS 2000 COMPLETE COUNT COMMITTEE
Census 2000 Count Committee City Planner McIsaac presented the staff report. Mayor Howard
discussed the long-range importance of everyone being included in
the count. She also stated that the Census Bureau is looking for
people to hire for the count and gave the number to the City
Manager.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Touhey to direct staff to
formulate the final details for creating a Census Complete Count
Committee, including organizational and membership structure
and budget, and provide such information to the Council at its
meeting of July 20, 1999.
EXTENSION OF ENA WITH ABELL-HELOU FOR SALE
OF FORMER SHAKESPEARE PARK SITE
City Planner McIsaac presented the staff report.
ENA re Shakespeare Park Motion by Wong and seconded by Herfert to approve the
extension of the exclusive negotiating agreement with Abell-Helou
for the sale of the former Shakespeare Park site for a period of 31
days until July 20, 1999. Motion carried 5-0.
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT No reports for this meeting.
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Mayor Howard recessed the City Council meeting at 10:30'pm to
convene the Redevelopment Agency. The City Council recon-
vened at 10:34 pm with all members present.
COMMUNITY SERVICES SHOWMOBILE USE POLICY
Acting Community Services Director Bommarito presented the
staff report.
Showmobile Policy Motion by Wong and seconded by Touhey to approve the
Showmobile Policy, as revised. Motion carried 5-0.
PUBLIC SAFETY.
No reports for this meeting.
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES No reports for this meeting.
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION CITY CLERK'S OFFICE
City Clerk Berry
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John Scheuplein John Scheuplein, 1520 E. Newcrest Drive, hoped that the City
Council would not change the appointment process. He hoped that
Council would not change the appointment process to the
procedure where each Councilmember appoints a specific person
because that commission might then feel a certain obligation when
• voting. It was his belief that commissions function better when the
Council as a whole appoints the commissioners.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Melendez to direct staff to
commence the recruitment process. Motion carried 5-0.
APPROVAL OF DEMANDS Motion by Wong and seconded by Herfert to approve Demands
totaling $1,609,086.17 ($497,091.33 in wire transfers) as listed on
check registers 185888 through 186120. Motion carried by roll
call, vote:
AYES: Herfert, Melendez, Touhey, Wong, Howard
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Touhey re Community Food Bank
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
George Ogden George Ogden, Commander for the Veterans of Foreign Wars in
West Covina, thanked Mayor Howard and Councilmembers
Herfert and Touhey for participating in the memorial ceremony at
Oakdale Ceremony on Saturday.
On another matter, Mr. Ogden addressed a situation
happening at the VFW and communications that have been sent to
the City Council.
Frank Taormina Frank Taormina, 2714 Altamira Circle, Rite -Aid is the best
looking pharmacy in West Covina.
E.T. Snell E T. Snell, community activist, would like to see public comment
moved to the beginning of the meeting. He asked if Channel 56
had put together a list of criteria for airing tapes. He then spoke
about the sand and gravel mining pits in Irwindale and requested
Council to object to the consequential reduction in the aquifer.
The last item addressed by Mr. Snell revolved around his desire to
hear a report from the Police Chief regarding a particular incident.
Police Chief Wills stated that the Police Department has
conducted a thorough investigation. However, under the law, this
is not a matter of public information and is not subject to the
Freedom of Information Act. Any information that can be legally
shared with Mr. Snell has been shared with him. City Attorney
Marlyn concurred with the statements made by Police Chief Wills.
MAYOR'S REPORT BALANCE OF COUNCIL LIAISON APPOINTMENTS
Mayor Howard stated that there are three vacant positions and
asked for Council volunteers: ESGV Planning Committee,
ICRMA, League of California Cities.
Mayor Pro Tern Melendez volunteered for the League
• assignment. Mayor Howard asked for a motion to appoint Mayor
Pro Tem Melendez as the delegate and Assistant City Manager
Fields as the alternate. Council concurred 5-0.
Melendez: League As there were no other volunteers, Mayor Howard appoint-
ESGV Planning Com: Howard ed herself to the ESGV Planning Committee and the ICRMA with
ICRMA: Howard staff as the alternate for both. Motion by Melendez and seconded
by Touhey to make the appointments as stated. Motion carried
5-0.
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COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS (Continued from earlier in the meeting)
CITY MANAGER'S REPORT
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City Clerk Janet Berry
Mayor Howard announced a study session scheduled for June 23,
1999 for the purpose of receiving developer presentations
regarding the Citrus/Workman site for redevelopment purposes.
No reports for this meeting.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Melendez to adjourn the
meeting at 11:04 pm. Motion carried 5-0.
Ma)r Kathrynp6ward
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