12-12-2000 - Regular Meeting - MinutesMINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL
DECEMBER 12, 2000
• The regular meeting of the West Covina City Council was called to order by Mayor Herfert at 7:50 pm
in the City Hall Council Chambers, 1444 W. Garvey Avenue, West Covina, CA. The invocation was
given by City Manager Hobbs and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Herfert.
ROLL CALL Mayor Herfert, Mayor Pro Tern Wong, Councilmembers Howard,
Melendez, Touhey
'6thers Present: Hobbs, Fields, Alvarez-Glasman, Samaniego, Mayer, Fong, Paul,
Smilowitz, Chung, MacDonald, Wills, McIsaac, Swink, Greene,
Keating, Schimanski, Hatch, Janis, Bommarito, Horvath, Berry
APPROVAL OF MINUTES City Clerk Berry stated that there was an error on page 9 of the
regular meeting held November 14, 2000. The minutes stated that
the City Council unanimously approved the Fourth of July five-day
event when in fact it was a unanimous approval to hold over until
the next Council meeting.
With the correction stated above, the following minutes
were approved as presented:
Regular meeting of September 27, 2000
Special meeting of October 17, 2000 (amended)
Regular meeting of October 17, 2000
Special meeting of November 14, 2000
Regular meeting of November 14, 2000
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PRESENTATIONS Fire Chief Greene presented retiring Fire Captain Robert Tannahill
with a City tile and perma-plaque Resolution of Commendation for
25 years of service with the City.
Fire Chief Greene presented retiring Fire Engineer Ken Stowe with
a City tile and perma-plaque Resolution of Commendation for 41
years of service with the City.
Fire Chief Greene mentioned Fire Captain Terry Curtis, also a
retiring Fire Captain with 29 years of service with the City. He
was not present to receive his commemoratives.
Police Chief Wills presented Commander Ron Gannon with a City
tile and perma-plaque Resolution of Commendation for 34 years of
service with the City.
Mayor Herfert recognized Frank Tullo, President of West Covina
Roller Hockey for organizing and conducting a Youth Hockey
Festival Tournament on October 7 and 8, which raised $26,202.
All proceeds were donated to the American Cancer Society.
Carlos Thrasher, Chief Warrant Officer, 2, USMC, announced the
Toys for Tots program being sponsored by the United States
Marine Corp.
Community Services Director Hatch assisted Paul Clark, Head
Coach for the Bruins, with Certificates of Recognition to the team
members for winning the San Gabriel Valley Junior All -American
Pee Wee Division Championship.
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Environmental Management Director
following students with Certificates
winning pictures incorporated into
Calendar. The contest winners were:
Ryan Miller, Grand Prize Winner
Ashley Adams
Adrian Cortis Oros
Alyssa Espinoza
Chloe A. Early
Doug Warren
Stephanie Hernandez
Jackie Peniche
Albert Castro
Tania A. Ascencio
Zeupai Mao
Caitlin Lim
Arezu Aghaseyed javadi
Samaniego presented the
of Recognition for their
the Used Oil Recycling
Christ Lutheran School
Rowland Avenue Elementary
Merlinda School
Immanuel 1st Christian School
Merced Elementary
Dove Day School
St. Christopher's School
Orangewood School
Dove Day School
Orangewood School
Christ Lutheran School
Immanuel 1st Christian School
Vine Elementary
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mike Miller, 735 E. Herring, submitted a letter reminding the City
Council that he had submitted questions and requests several
months ago regarding the Risk Management budget and audit.
Mayor Herfert stated that the City Manager would ensure
the information was given to Mr. Miller.
Royal Brown, 2153 Aroma Drive, complained that the Shopping
Cart Hotline respondents do not pick up the shopping carts in his
neighborhood. He also noted that there was a "Melendez for
Senate" sign on Manila Way.
Councilmember Melendez thanked him for the information.
John Scheuplein, 1800 Aroma Drive, commented on several items;
one of which was an article in the Daily Tribune about crime
reduction in West Covina at 16%. He discussed the reality of
community protection through the ownership of firearms.
HEARING CAMERON PARK MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2
Mayor Herfert explained the City -initiated amendment would a)
modify the ballfield lighting restrictions at the park and change the
parking restrictions on the south side of Mobeck Street to allow
parking until 9 pm. City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of
mailing and publication, and Mayor Herfert opened the hearing.
Planning Director McIsaac presented the staff report and responded
to Council questions and staff was requested to justify a $5,000
trash enclosure.
Public Testimonv
In Favor:
• In Opposition:
In Rebuttal:
Testimony closed
Mayor Herfert asked for comments in favor of the amendment:
Rob Sotelo, president of West Covina Girls Softball
Royce Wilson, 530 Montezuma Way
Mayor Herfert asked for comments in opposition:
Dorothy Jennings, 1312 Larkwood Street
Mayor Herfert asked for rebuttal comments:
Rob Sotelo, president of West Covina Girls Softball
Mayor Herfert closed the public testimony portion of the hearing
to commence Council comments.
Mayor Pro Tem Wong noted his sensitivity to the residents around
Cameron Park and the impact on their lives with the improvements
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made at the park: He explained he would support the expansion of
the use of the lights as long as it was restricted to the months of
January through July. Councilmember Touhey supported the
current restrictions. Mayor Herfert favored the use of lights for
four nights a week.
City Clerk presented:
Resolution 2000-89 - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-89 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Cameron Park Master Plan COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
Amendment No. 2 APPROVING CAMERON PARK MASTER PLAN AMEND-
MENT NO. 2
Motion by Howard and seconded by Herfert to waive
further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion included:
authorizing the removal of the parking restrictions on the south side
of Mobeck Street and approving the miscellaneous improvements
as listed on the staff report and authorize expenditures totaling
$8,800 from the City Council reserve appropriation, Account No.
110-304-2640-6900.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Howard to amend the
motion to limit the lighting usage between the months of January
through July. The amendment carried 3-2 with Herfert and Touhey
voting no.
Motion to approve the main motion as amended carried 5-0.
Recess Mayor Herfert called a recess at 9:44 pm. The City Council
reconvened at 9:53 pm with all members present.
HEARING PALMVIEW PARK MASTER PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2
Mayor Herfert explained the City -initiated amendment would
modify the ballfield lighting restrictions to increase the use of lights
from four to six evenings a week. City Clerk Berry verified the
affidavit of mailing and publishing and Mayor Herfert opened the
hearing. Planning Director McIsaac presented the staff report.
Public Testimony Mayor Herfert opened the public testimony portion of the hearing
and asked for comments in favor of the amendment:
Eddie Perez Eddie Perez, president of Pacific Coast Little League
Testimony closed Mayor Herfert asked for comments in opposition and no one
addressed the City Council. Mayor Herfert closed the public testi-
mony portion of the hearing.
City Clerk presented:
Resolution 2000-90 - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-90 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Palmview Park Amendment COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PALMVIEW PARK MASTER PLAN AMEND-
MENT NO. 2
Motion by Wong and seconded by Melendez to amend the
resolution to expand the lighting usage to January through July.
Motion carried 3-2 with Herfert and Touhey voting no.
Motion by Touhey and seconded by Herfert to waive
further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion included
directing the Traffic Committee to review the issue of establishing
parking restrictions on Eckerman Avenue similar to the current
restrictions on Carlton Avenue. Motion carried 5-0.
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CONSENT CALENDAR Commissions' Summary of Actions (receive & file)
Personnel 9/12/00 & 10/11/00
Planning 11/13/00 & 1128/00
Community Services 11/13/00
Senior Citizens 11/09/00
• Ordinance for Adoption (waive reading & adopt)
Ordinance 2064 - ORDINANCE NO. 2064 — AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Code Enforcement Noticing COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING SECTION 15-223(A)(1) AND SECTION 15-224(C)
OF THE WEST COVINA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING
THE SERVICE OF NOTICES OF CORRECTION AND
ADMINISTRATIVE CITATIONS
Claims Against the City (deny & notify claimant)
Metra Saltus et al vs City of West Covina
On October 6, 2000 the City Clerk's Office received an application
to present a late claim for personal injuries in excess of one million
dollars.
Gonzalo Pantoja vs City of West Covina
On August 10, 2000 the City Clerk's Office received an amended
claim for property damage. The amount of claim had not been
determined at time of presentation.
Temporary Use Permits (receive & file)
TUP #2626-00 was issued to Mike's Tree at 744 S. Glendora Ave.
for a Christmas tree sale from 12/1/00 through 12/24/00.
TUP #2627-00 was issued to Sears Auto Center at 610 S. Sunset
Avenue for a balloon from 11/4/00 through 12/4/00.
TUP #2628-00 was issued to Faith Community Church at 1211 E.
Badillo Street for a Christmas tree sale from 11/24/00 through
12/22/00.
TUP #2629-00 was issued to Enchanting Times at West Covina
Parkway Plaza for a major special event shopping center on 12/2/00.
TUP #2630-00 was issued to First Financial Federal Credit Union at
1700 West Covina Parkway for an auto sale from 11/18/00 through
11/19/00.
TUP #2631-00 was issued to East Valley Art Associate at the
Tennant's Recollections for an art show from 11/18/00 through
11/19/00.
TUP #2632-00 was issued to Blender and Linage at 1200 W. Francis
Quito for a Christmas tree lot from 12/1/00 through 12/24/00.
• TUP #2333-00 was issued to Piano City at 210 N. Sunset Avenue for
a balloon from 11/24/00 through 12/14/00.
Traffic Committee Minutes (accept & file)
Minutes of the regular meeting held November 21, 2000
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Award of Bids
Consultant Agreement for Housing Element Update
Recommendation is to take the following actions:
Parsons Harland Bartholomew - a) Authorize the execution of an agreement with Parsons
Housing Element Update Harland Bartholomew for providing consulting services
associated with updating the Housing Element of the
General Plan; and
b) Appropriate the transfer of $36,600.00 from the General
Plan deposit trust account (Account No. 550-257) to the
Planning Department contractual services account (Account
No. 110-320-2313-6120).
Rehabilitation of Various Residential Streets
Excel Paving Company - Recommendation is to take the following actions:
Various City streets a) Transfer $100,000 from SP 00111 (110-320-3042-7200) to
SP 01106 (110-320-3134-7200) and transfer $300,000 from
SP 01107 (110-320-3135-7200) to SP 01106 (110320-
3134-7200); and
b) Appropriate funds to SP-01106 (3134) as follows:
c) Accept the bid of the lowest bidder, Palp Inc., dba Excel
Paving Company, in the amount of $1,036,820.00 as sub-
mitted at the bid opening on November 27, 2000, and
authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agree-
ment with said Palp, Inc., dba Excel Paving Company.
Cortez and Sunset Parks New Paving and Drains
Whelan Construction - Recommendation is to accept the bid of Whelan Construction,
Paving and drains West Covina, in the amount of $31,113.00, as submitted at the bid
opening on December 5, 2000, and authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute the contract.
Senior Citizens Center Improvements
Kerry Contractors - Recommendation is to accept the bid of Kerry Contractors, Hunt -
Sr. Citizens Center upgrade ington Beach, in the amount of $69,422.00 as submitted at the bid
opening on December 5, 2000, and authorize the Mayor and City
Clerk to execute the contract.
Bullet -Resistant Glass for the Police Department Lobby
BulletGuard - Recommendation is to find that BulletGuard, West Sacrament, is
Bullet -resistant glass the lowest responsive bid and authorize the installation of the
bullet -resistant glass (at a cost of $34,644.00 plus $5,265.00 con-
tingency) to be paid from the SLESF grant (Fund 155-320-2110-
7160).
Painting the Jail
All American Painting - Recommendation is to find that All American Painting, Upland, is
Painting the jail the lowest bid and authorize an appropriation of $22,500.00 plus
$3,500.00 contingency, for the work in 150-320-2110-6311, from
the Jail Revenue Fund (Fund 150-300).
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Miscellaneous — Public Works Division
Seventh Extension of Lease for Valencia Heights Water Company
7u Extension of lease with Recommendation is to a) authorize the Mayor to execute the
Valencia Heights Water Co. seventh extension to the Land Lease with Valencia Heights Water
Company subject to the terms in the agreement, and b) appropriate
• $7,500.00 from the General Fund Reserve Appropriation (Account
No. 110-2640-6900 which is set-up for one time opportunities
deemed appropriate by the City Council) to PP 00220 (110-3962-
7700) to allow for payment of up to three months of lease
payments.
2000/2001 Transportation Development Act (TDA) Funding_
Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution to claim
$45,960.00 in TDA funds for the sidewalk program:
Resolution 2000-91 - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-91 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
2000/2001 TDA Funding COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR BICYCLE AND
PEDESTRIAN FUNDS AUTHORIZED UNDER SB-821 AND
RECONFIRMING THE ADOPTION OF ITS BICYCLE AND
PEDESTRIAN PLAN
Miscellaneous — Planning
Resolutions Denying General Plan Amendment No. III-00-35,
Specific Plan (East Hills) Amendment No. 10, Zone Change No.
668, Precise Plan No. 881. and Variance No. 1044
Recommendation is to adopt the following resolutions consistent
with actions taken by the City Council on November 14, 2000
denying a proposal by Dynamic Investments for the northeast
corner of Holt Avenue and Temple Way:
Resolution 2000-92 - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-92 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Denying Gen. Plan Amend. COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
DENYING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. III-00-35
AND SPECIFIC PLAN (East Hills) AMENDMENT NO. 10
Resolution 2000-93 - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-93 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Denying Zone Change 668 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
DENYING ZONE CHANGE NO. 668
Resolution 2000-94 - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-94 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Denying Precise Plan 881 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
DENYING PRECISE PLAN NO. 811, ON APPEAL OF
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Resolution 2000-95 - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-95 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Denying Variance 1044 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
DENYING VARIANCE NO. 1044, ON APPEAL OF PLANNING
COMMISSION ACTION
• Miscellaneous — Communications
Jail Telephone Location Agreement
Payphone USA Locators, Inc. Recommendation is to take the following actions:
a) Approve the three year agreement with Payphone USA
Locators, Beverly Hills, for the installation and operation of
non -coin operated pay telephones in the City'sjail; and
b) Authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute the agreement.
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Miscellaneous — Personnel Services
Resolution Implementing Memorandum of Understanding with the
West Covina Public Safety Dispatcher Association
• Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution:
Resolution 2000-96 - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-96 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Dispatchers MOU COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING THE PROPOSED MEMORANDUM OF UNDER-
STANDING BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE PUBLIC
SAFETY DISPATCHERS ASSOCIATION; AMENDING RESO-
LUTION NO. 7223, RELATING TO COMPENSATION AND
CLASSIFICATION OF POSITIONS AS AMENDED, AND
FIXING COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS FOR CLASSES
REPRESENTED BY THE PUBLIC SAFETY DISPATCHERS
Miscellaneous — Police Department
Presenting Service Firearms to Police Officers Upon Retirement
Firearms to Police Retirees Recommendation is to authorize the Police Chief to formally
recognize full time sworn police officers, who honorably retire and
are authorized under the law to carry a concealed weapon, by
allowing them to purchase their "surplus" sidearm (with restrictions
preventing the sidearm from being sold) for a nominal fee of $1.00,
in accordance with WC Municipal Code § 2-316.
Miscellaneous — Environmental Management
BKK Status Report
Recommendation is to receive and file the status report.
Miscellaneous — City Clerk's Office
Confirmation of Appointment of Deputy City Clerk
Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution:
Resolution 2000-97 - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-97 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Deputy City Clerk Sue Rush COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
CONFIRMING THE APPOINTMENT OF SUSAN D. RUSH AS
DEPUTY CITY CLERK AND PROVIDING THE COMPEN-
SATION THEREOF
Biennial Review of the City's Conflict of Interest Code
Recommendation is to approve the City's 2000 amended Conflict
of Interest Code.
• Miscellaneous — Fire Department
Training Reimbursement Fund Agreement —
Rancho Santiago Community College District
Training Reimbursement Recommendation is to authorize the Fire Chief to enter into an
agreement with Rancho Santiago Community College District for
participation in this joint training program.
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Miscellaneous — Community Services
Reapplication for Older Americans Act Funds
Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution:
Resolution 2000-98 - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-98 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
• Senior Meals Program COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF A PROPOSAL FOR
COMPETITIVE GRANT FUNDS FOR THE SENIOR CITIZENS
MEALS PROGRAM
Proposed New Fees for Fee and Charge Programs
Recommendation is to adopt the following ordinance and reso-
lutions in keeping with previous actions taken by Council:
Ordinance 2065 - ORDINANCE NO. 2065 — AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Schedule of Fees & Charges COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING SECTION 2-409 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATED TO THE SCHEDULE OF FEES AND SERVICE
CHARGES
Resolution 2000-99 - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-99 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Fee & Charge Program fees COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
SETTING NEW FEES FOR FEE AND CHARGE RECREATION
PROGRAMMING
Resolution 2000-100 - RESOLUTION NO. 2000-100 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Limited Service hourly rates COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
SETTING NEW HOURLY RATES FOR LIMITED SERVICES
STAFF WITH COMMUNITY SERVICES CLASSIFICATIONS
Resolution 2000-101- RESOLUTION NO. 2000-101 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Operating Budget COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING THE CITY OF WEST COVINA OPERATING
BUDGET FOR THE PROGRAMS IN THE FEE AND CHARGE
FUND AND APPROVING THE APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE
FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 2000 AND ENDING
JUNE 30, 2001
Miscellaneous — Finance Department
Copier Substitution (Savings of $6,330 00)
Copier Substitution Recommendation is to authorize the City to exchange copying
equipment approved on October 17, 2000 with equipment better
suited to the City's needs.
CONSENT CALENDAR ACTION Mayor Herfert noted the number of people in the audience to speak
to Council regarding the Ridge Riders Equestrian Center, located
on the same property as the Valencia Heights Water Company
Seventh Lease Extension Consent Calendar Item C-7a. To move
• the meeting along, he called this item forward for consideration.
Item C-7a Mayor Pro Tern Wong stated that as a customer of Valencia
Heights Water Company he owns one share of stock. He noted that
conflict of interest laws dictate that he must abstain from the
discussion and vote on this item and he stepped down from the
Council table.
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Valencia Heights Water Co.
Valencia Heights Water (con't)
Councilmember Howard presented a status report on the purchase
of the property owned by Valencia Heights Water Company on
Citrus. She emphasized that it has been the intention of the City
Council to acquire the property and keep it as open space, and that
the City Council's intention has not changed regarding that site. It
is true that a developer presented a sketch proposing homes on the
site, but that is not what the City Council is looking for.
The remaining Councilmembers wholeheartedly agreed
with Councilmember Howard's assessment of the situation,
concurring that the current use, equestrian center and the adjacent
baseball field, is the best use for the community.
In spite of the Council's assurances, the following persons
addressed Council on the issue of maintaining the current use on
the property:
Kathryn Danas, San Dimas
Shelley Sanderson, 2743 E. Vanderhoof Drive
Ashley Kopaskie, 2937 E. Mesa Drive
Alan Carrico, 2937 E. Mesa Drive
Marsha Cronic, 300 Citrus Street
Robert Walker, 211 Plateau Drive
Royal Brown, 2153 Aroma Drive
The City Council directed staff to place a resolution of necessity on
the next City Council Agenda, for January 2, 2001.
Motion by Touhey and seconded by Melendez to approve
the staff recommendation for Item C-7a (Seventh Extension of
Lease for Valencia Heights Water Company). Motion carried 4-0-
1 with Wong abstaining (conflict of interest).
Wong returned to his seat at 10:50 pm.
Item C-2 On another Consent Calendar matter, John Scheuplein, 1800
Aroma Drive, stated his opposition to the adoption of Ordinance
No. 2064 regarding Code Enforcement noticing requirements (Item
C-2). Short Council discussion followed.
City Clerk Berry read the title of the ordinance. Motion by
Wong and seconded by Howard to waive .further reading of the
ordinance and to adopt. Motion carried 5-0.
Item C-6d On another Consent Calendar matter, Royce Wilson, 530
Montezuma Way, addressed the bid award for improvements at the
Senior Citizens Center (Item C-6d). Mr. Wilson objected to the
electronic sign when its been his observation that the information
changes once or twice a month.
After some discussion on the matter, motion by Howard
and seconded by Melendez to reject all bids and direct staff to rebid
the project and eliminate the electronic board. Motion carried 5-0.
Item C-7f On another Consent Calendar matter, John Scheuplein, 1800
Aroma Drive, supported the staff recommendation in Presenting
Service Firearms to Police Officers Upon Retirement (Item C-71).
Motion by Melendez and seconded by Herfert to approve
the staff recommendation. Motion carried 5-0.
Item C-71 On another Consent Calendar matter, John Scheuplein, 1800
Aroma Drive, discussed the hourly wages for the fee and charge
program limited service employees as indicated on Attachment No.
4 regarding Proposed New Fees for Fee and Charge Programs
(Item C-71).
Council discussed the impact of the increased minimum
wage on the proposed wages and directed staff to report back to
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Council on the $.50 minimum wage increase and the resultant wage
schedules for the part time staff.
City Clerk Berry read the heading of the ordinance and resolutions
proposed for adoption.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Howard to approve the
• staff recommendation to waive further reading of the ordinance
and the resolutions and to adopt. Mayor Herfert expressed his
opposition to the process in general. Councilmember Touhey
expressed opposition because of the unclear wage schedule and the
uncertainty on the current fee and charge program revenues with
the soon to be demolished Willowood School, one of the sites used
by the City. Motion carried 3-2 with Touhey and Herfert voting
no.
Item C-7m On another Consent Calendar matter, John Scheuplein, 1800
Aroma Drive, suggested the City hire a Purchasing Agent to write
specs and bids — in relation to Item C-7m (Copier Substitution).
Mayor Pro Tern Wong countered Mr. Scheuplein's dis-
agreement with the staff report and recommendation.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Howard to support the
staff recommendation. Motion carried 5-0.
Consent Calendar Motion Motion by Wong and seconded by Herfert to approve the
remaining items on the Consent Calendar, except Items C-7g and
C-7i. Motion carried by roll call vote:
AYES: Howard, Melendez, Touhey, Wong, Herfert
NOES: None
Item C-7g On another Consent Calendar matter, Mayor Herfert stated that due
to a lawsuit settlement agreement, he would abstain from any
discussion and the vote regarding the BKK Status Report (Item C-
7g).
Motion by Wong and seconded by Melendez to receive and
file the status report, as recommended by staff. Motion carried 4-
0-1 with Herfert abstaining.
Item C-7i On another Consent Calendar matter, Mayor Pro Tern Wong sug-
gested that the Conflict of Interest Code be amended to require all
commissioners to file Statements of Economic Interest at the
broadest level of disclosure, Disclosure Category No.1. This would
be the same level of disclosure as Councilmembers (Item C-7i —
Biennial Review of the Conflict of Interest Code). Discussion
ensued.
Mayor Herfert suggested further that the Executive
Director and the Board of Directors file a Statement of Economic
Interest with the City as well because they make recommendations
to the City Council.
Councilmember Touhey was satisfied with the currently
assigned Disclosure Categories.
Motion Motion by Wong and seconded by Howard that the City's
Conflict of Interest Code be amended to require all commissioners
file at Disclosure Category No. 1. Motion carried 4-1 with Touhey
• voting no.
Councilmember Melendez supported Mayor Herfert's
request for staff to report back for consideration the feasibility of
adding the Executive Director and the Board of Directors of the
Chamber of Commerce be added to the City's Conflict of Interest
Code.
Motion carried 4-1 with Touhey voting no.
[Note to reader: Reconsideration of this matter on Page 11.]
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PUBLIC SERVICES No reports for this meeting.
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT No reports for this meeting.
COMMUNITY SERVICES 2001 FOURTH OF DULY EVENT
Community Services Director Hatch presented the staff report.
Fourth of July Event, 2001 The following three individuals addressed Council in support of the
five-day event to celebrate July 4, 2001 at Cameron Park:
John Hughes, 129 Poxon Place
George Ogden, 1249 S. Valinda Avenue
John Scheuplein, 1800 Aroma Drive, #247
Mayor Herfert appointed himself and Councilmember Touhey to be
on an ad hoc committee to work with the Chamber of Commerce and
City staff to review funding options for the 0 of July event, Summer
Concerts, and Rose Float.
Motion by Melendez and seconded by Touhey to approve a five-day
event to celebrate the Fourth of July, 2001 at Cameron Park. Motion
carried 5-0.
RECONSIDERATION OF ACTION TAKEN RE: THE
BIENNIAL REVIEW OF CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
Disclosure Category No. 1 - Councilmember Touhey asked for a reconsideration of the motion
Designated Employees taken a moment ago which amended the City's Conflict of Interest
Code by requiring all commissioners to file under Disclosure
Category No. 1.
Motion by Touhey and seconded by Herfert to reconsider the
motion. Motion carried 4-1 with Melendez voting no.
Motion by Melendez and seconded by Touhey to amend the
City's Conflict of Interest Code further by requiring the designated
employees to file at the broadest disclosure category as well —
Disclosure Category No. 1. Motion carried 3-1-1 with Herfert voting
no and Wong abstaining.
PORTABLE SKATEBOARD EQUIPMENT
Portable Skateboard Equipment Community Services Director Hatch presented the staff report.
John Scheuplein, 1800 Aroma Drive, #247, felt this was a
foolish waste of $15,000. Council did not agree.
Motion by Touhey and seconded by Herfert to approve the
expenditure of $15,000 from the Non -Departmental City Council
Reserve Account: 110-320-2640-6900. Motion carried 5-0.
Councilmember Melendez asked staff to review after three or
four months to determine the highest use in the City.
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Mayor Herfert recessed the City Council at 12:23 am to convene the
Redevelopment Agency agenda.
• Councilmember Howard left the meeting at 12: 23 am.
The City Council reconvened at 12:45 am with all members present
except Councilmember Howard.
PUBLIC SAFETY
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES
No reports for this meeting.
No reports for this meeting.
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CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE No reports for this meeting.
APPROVAL OF DEMANDS AND WIRE TRANSFERS
RATIFICATION OF NOVEM 3ER 21, 2000
DEMANDS AND WERE TRANSFERS
Motion by Wong and seconded by Herfert to approve demands
totaling $1,609,998.53 (wire transfers = $1,090,715.43) as listed on
check registers 3025222 through 3025549. Motion carried by roll
call vote:
AYES: Melendez, Touhey, Wong, Herfert
NOES: None
ABSENT: Howard
ABSTAIN: Touhey re Community Food Bank
RATIFICATION OF DECEMBER 5, 2000
DEMANDS AND WIRE TRANSFERS
Motion by Wong and seconded by Herfert to approve demands
totaling $1,542,303.41 (wire transfers = $171,078,312.82) as listed on
check registers 3025550 through 3024790. Motion carried by roll
call vote:
AYES: Melendez, Touhey, Wong, Herfert
NOES: None
ABSENT: Howard
ABSTAIN: Touhey re Community Food Bank
MAYOR'S REPORT ADA City Council Subcommittee Update
Mayor Herfert asked that this be agendized for the next
meeting, due to the lateness of tonight's meeting.
COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS
ADJOURNMENT
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City.Clerk Janet Berry
Willie White —Resolution of Recognition
Mayor Pro Tern Wong sought Council concurrence in
approving a Resolution of Recognition for Pomona Councilmember
Willie White, quickly summarizing Mr. White's contributions during
his tenure as a Councilmember.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Melendez to direct staff to
prepare a Resolution of Recognition for Willie White. Motion
carried 4-0.
Mayor Herfert requested that the West Covina Football Team be
invited to the January 2, 2001 City Council meeting to be recognized
for winning the CIF Championship.
Mayor Herfert requested staff to prepare a report on raising the City
Commissioners' stipends.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Herfert to adjourn the meeting at
12:51 am in memory of June Lindow. Motion carved 4-0.
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