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04-17-2001 - Regular Meeting - MinutesMINUTES REGULAR MEETING OF THE WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL APRIL 17, 2001 • The regular meeting of the City Council of West Covina was called to order by Mayor Wong at 8:03 pm in the City Hall Council Chambers, 1444 W. Garvey Avenue, West Covina. The invocation was given by Acting City Manager Chung and the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro Tern Touhey. ROLL CALL: Mayor Wong, Mayor Pro Tern Touhey, Councilmembers Herfert, Miller, Sanderson Others Present: Chung, Fields, Samaniego, Janis, Alvarez-Glasman, McIsaac, Lee, Freeland, Mayer, Schimanski, Myrick, Mac Donald, Yauchzee, Hatch, Fong, Keating, Smith, Paul, Lennard, Berry APPROVAL OF MINUTES Mayor Wong noted a correction to the vote on page 9, Minutes of February 6, 2001, where he abstained on the Maintenance District No. 7 resolution due to conflict of interest. The following minutes were approved as presented with the correction noted above: Regular meeting of February 6, 2001 Regular meeting of February 20, 2001 Regular meeting of March 6, 2001 Special meeting of March 27, 2001 Special meeting of March 29, 2001 PROCLAMATIONS Mayor Wong proclaimed the month of May 2001 as West Covina Beautiful Month and presented the proclamation to Elba Comeau of West Covina Beautiful. Mayor Wong proclaimed April 22, 2001 as Earth Day and presented the proclamation to Waste Management & Environmen- tal Quality Commissioner Ferdinand and Environmental Manage- ment Director Samaniego. The Replanet representative presented the City with a $320 check for ,planting trees and the accompanying plaques. Waste Management & Environmental Quality Commission Chair Santell encouraged everyone to participate in the Earth Day Celebration activities scheduled for the upcoming weekend. Mayor Wong proclaimed April 30, 2001 as El Dia de los Ninos and presented the proclamation to Tracy Zuno. PRESENTATIONS Mayor Wong presented Certificate of Appreciation to the fol- lowing outgoing City Commissioners: Community Services Commission Mary Grace Barrios d Paul Gipple Dane Johnson Shelley Sanderson Planniniz Commission Robert Tafoya Council Minutes of 4/17/01 Waste Management & Environmental Quality Leonard Mercado (absent) William Polich Mayor Wong introduced Sara Rubalcava, Senior Government Affairs Officer of Southern California Association of Governments (SLAG), who gave an overview of SCAG's policies, procedures and future plans. She also discussed the proposed increase in membership fees. Mayor Pro Tern Touhey asked for more information to be supplied to the City regarding the membership fee increase. City Commission Appointments City Clerk Berry announced the following appointments that have recently been made by Councilmembers: Councilmember Herfert (to fill a vacancy): Candice McIntosh — Community Services Commission Councilmember Sanderson: Albert Harris — Senior Citizens Commission Cookie Nance — Personnel Commission ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Rico Rico, a screenwriter, stated he was writing a television program about "Moe the Chimp" and urged Council to permit Moe to return to his West Covina home, which would give the movie a happy ending. West Covina could give Moe a "home -coming" parade. Don Best Don Best, 1945 Greenleaf Drive, suggested the City devise a method whereby the citizens could write in over the website. Acting City Manager Chung stated that that could already be done, but perhaps the site isn't as user-friendly as it could be. He would have staff check on that. Philip La Cruz, Jr. Philip La Cruz, Jr. 2636 Highcastle Street and Youth Pastor for Victory Outreach, announced an upcoming event called Victory Outreach Youth G.A.N.G. (Cod's Anointed Now Generation) scheduled for Saturday, April 27, 2001. It is a community rally at West Covina High School Stadium to bring young people together to let them know there is an answer to all the crime, violence, hatred and drugs that are plaguing the X-Generation. He invited any interested individuals to attend. Mayor Wong suggested to staff that the event be placed on the City's cable channel corkboard. PUBLIC HEARING PUBLIC NUISANCE AND RECORD OF COST ABATEMENT HEARING Mayor Wong stated that on February 22 an unmaintained pool and spa at 932 E. Cameron Avenue was determined to present a threat to life and public health and was pumped. The hearing is required by WCMC § 15-203 regarding the emergency abatement and record of cost. City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of posting and mailing. Mayor Wong opened the hearing and the staff report was presented by Senior Code Enforcement Officer Smith. 2 Council Minutes of4/17/01 Public Testimony Mayor Wong opened the public testimony portion of the hearing and asked for verbal comments from the audience. No one addressed the City Council and Mayor Wong closed the public tes- Testimony closed timony portion of the hearing. • There was no Council discussion and City Clerk Berry presented: Resolution 2001-29 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-29 — A RESOLUTION OF THE 932 E. Cameron Avenue CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI- FORNIA, DECLARING THE PROPERTY, LOCATED AT 932 E. CAMERON AVENUE, A PUBLIC NUISANCE AND CON- FIRMING THE COST REPORT TO ABATE Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to waive further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 5-0. CONSENT CALENDAR Commissions' Summary of Actions (receive & file) Planning 4/10/01 Personnel 2/14/01 and 3/14/01 Claims Against the City (deny & notify claimant) On February 22, 2001 the City Clerk's Office from Christina Amador for personal injuries in excess of $100,000. On October 30, 2000 the City Clerk's office received a claim from Wyatt Ellison, Jr., Joyce L. Ellison, Wyatt Jamal Ellison, Maurice T. Ellison, Michael Joseph Ellison, Gladys Johnson, and Britney Johnson for property damage and personal injuries, The amount of claim had not been determined at time of presentation. Approval of Final Map (adopt resolution) Parcel Map No. 24585 — Subdivider: BKK Corporation Held Over Location: Azusa Avenue, south of Aroma Drive (landfill site). A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING FINAL MAP AND DEED RESTRICTIONS OF PARCEL MAP NO. 243585 AND DIRECTING THE RECORDATION THEREOF (BKK Corporation) Award of Bids Fourth One-year Extension of the Tree Maintenance Contract West Coast Arborists, Inc. Recommendation is to authorize the fourth one-year extension of the tree maintenance contract with West Coast Arborists, Incorporated, of Anaheim at no increase in the contract amount with funding in the amount of $210,000 from Citywide District Account No. 188-329-2241-6130 and $7,170 from Non -Assessable Citywide Maintenance Account No. 180-320-2241-6130. Merced Avenue reconstruction for SP 99106 and SP 01109 — Federal Project No. STPL-5259(006) Recommendation is to take the following actions: Gentry Brothers, Inc. 1) Accept the bid of Gentry Brothers, Inc., in the amount of $512,275.65 as submitted at the bid opening on April 3, 2001 and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement with Gentry Brothers, Inc. for the work to be done. Harrington Geotechnical Eng. 2) Authorize a professional soils and material testing service contract with Harrington Geotechnical Engineering, Inc., not to exceed $5,000 and authorize a professional engineering services W. F. Herring contract with Mr. W. F. Herring, not to exceed $6,250. J Council Minutes of4/17/01 • i Held Over Miscellaneous — Public Works CIP & Building Activity Report — First Quarter 2001 Recommendation is to receive and file the report. City Hall HVAC Replacement: Mechanical Engineering Consul- tant Services Acceptance of proposals, Resolution for Application of Energy Efficiency Loan, Approval to Proceed with Hybrid Chiller Demonstration Program — Project GP 01320 Recommendation is to take the following actions: 1) Establish GP 01320 for the replacement of the HVAC system for City Hall and the Police Department. 2) Transfer $17,080 from account 110-320-3440-7900 to account 110-320-3161-7500; transfer $15,450 from account 160-320-3440-7500 to account 160-320-3161-7500; and appropriate $43,750 from General Fund Reserves (account 110) to account 110-320-316177500. 3) Accept the proposal of KS Engineers as submitted to the City on January 29, 2001, in the amount of $36,000 and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to execute an agreement with KS Engineers Company of La Jolla, California, for Phase I of the work to be done ($18,750). 4) Adopt the following resolution: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA AUTHORIZING AN APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION FOR AN ENERGY EFFICIENCY LOAN FOR THE CITY HALL AND POLICE HEATING, VENTILATION AND AIR CONDITIONING (HVAC) SYSTEMS. 5) Waive the formal bidding requirements in accordance with WCMC Section 2-333(i)(1), and authorize the Mayor and City Clerk to enter into an agreement with Alturdyne and the Gas Technical Institute to participate in a hybrid gas chiller demonstration program. Purchase of Traffic Collision Software Traffic Collision Software Recommendation is to authorize the purchase of a second site license for the Crossroads Software's Traffic Collision Program at a cost of $10,532.57. West Covina Citywide Sewer Service Charge Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution setting the hearing date for June 5, 2001: Resolution 2001-30 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-30 — A RESOLUTION OF THE Annual Sewer Charge CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI- FORNIA, DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO COLLECT THE ANNUAL SEWER SERVICE CHARGE THROUGH THE COUNTY TAX BILL AND SETTING A DATE FOR A PUBLIC HEARING THEREON (Public Hearing: June 5, 2001) West Covina Citywide Lighting and Maintenance District Pre- liminary Approval of the Engineer's Report Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution setting June 5, 2001 as the hearing date: Resolution 2001-31 - RESOLUTION NO. 2001-31 — A RESOLUTION OF THE Citywide MD CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI- FORNIA, PRELIMINARILY APPROVING THE CERTIFIED ENGINEER'S REPORT AND DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING ON JUNE 5, 2001 TO APPROVE CITYWIDE ASSESSMENTS COMMENCING IN 0 Council Minutes of 4/17/O1 FISCAL YEAR 2001/2002 TO FUND THE OPERATION AND MAINTENANCE OF STREET LIGHTS AND STREET TREES WITHIN THE DISTRICT Miscellaneous — City Manager's Office Human Relations Mutual Assistance Consortium Agreement County Consortium Recommendation is to approve the Human Relations Mutual Assistance Agreement between the City of West Covina and the County of Los Angeles to join the Human Relations Mutual Assistance Consortium and authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement. Miscellaneous — Environmental Management BKK Landfill Closure Plans — Status Report Recommendation is to receive and file the status report. Miscellaneous — Police Department Replacement of Police Vehicles Recommendation is to take the following actions: Wondries Ford 1) Find that the L.A. Co. bid price offered by Wondries Ford (Bid Number 5200205) satisfies the City bid process and approve the purchase of eleven Ford Crown Victoria police interceptors from Wondries Ford of Alhambra, including extended warranties for $306,433 ($294,058 from 365-320- 2224-7170—the Fleet Maintenance account; and $12,375 from 365-320-2224-6325—the Maintenance Division's account). Pursuit Technologies 2) Authorize the Police Department to utilize Pursuit Technologies for the conversion costs of the new vehicles, including purchasing new cages and prisoner seats that fit the redesigned interiors, for an amount not to exceed $26,942 ($14,597 for conversion plus $12,345 for cage and prisoner seat purchases). Clippinger Chevrolet 3) Authorize the Police Department to enter into a two -vehicle rental program with the vendor with the lowest price, Clippinger Chevrolet, for undercover detective vehicles, and authorize the transfer of $1,200 from 365-320-2224- 717- to 220-320-2110-7170 for that purpose for FY 2000- 01. The remaining amounts ($7,200 in each fiscal year, through May of 2005) will be incorporated into the budget process. Transfer of vehicles 4) Approve the transfer of the current high -mileage Patrol vehicles to the Detective Bureau, Administration, SHOP, and other applications, as delineated in the attached vehicle assignment schedule. Replacement of Police Department Computers Recommendation is to take the following actions: Computers for P. D. 1) Authorize the appropriation of $350,000 ($333,904 plus $16,096 contingency for any unforeseen costs) from the D.E.R. Fund balance to 117-320-2135-7130, to be expended on this proj ect. 5 Council Minutes of 4/17/01 I Craft Communications 2) Authorize Craft Communications to complete the installation of the cable and fiber optic network infrastructure, totaling $29,241.09. Micro Age 3) Authorize Micro Age to replace and upgrade the network hardware and software, totaling $80,548.82. Dell Computers 4) Authorize the purchase of the computer and server hardware from Dell Computers, totaling $224,113.22 (under State CMAS Bid No. 3-99-00-0192C). Miscellaneous — Community Services Approval of Request to Serve Alcohol at West Covina Police Retirement Partv at the Senior Citizens Center Recommendation is to authorize the West Covina Police Association to serve beer and wine at the retirement party on May 20, 2001 at the West Covina Senior Citizens Center. Approval of Request to Serve Alcohol at the Heritage House. 3510 Cameron Avenue. West Covina Recommendation is to authorize the Historical Society of West Covina to serve champagne punch at the May 12, 2001 dedication of the commemorative brick "Walk Into History" at the Heritage House at 3510 Cameron Avenue. Councilmember Miller In relation to Item C-5k (Approval of Request to Serve Alcohol at the Heritage House on Cameron Avenue), Councilmember Miller read the following statement: "Before considering this item I wish to note for the record that I currently serve as a member of the Board for the West Covina Historical Society by serving as the House and Site Coordinator. In serving in this capacity for this no -profit organization, I do not receive any salary, compensation or other economic benefit for volunteering my services to this group. I have consulted with the City Attorney on this matter and it appears that I am not deemed to have an economic interest in this contract under Government Code Section 1091.5(a)12 but find it advisable to declare my relationship for the record before participating in this matter. And I will be participating in this matter." CONSENT CALENDAR ACTION Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to waive further reading of the resolutions and adopt, and to approve all other items listed except: Items C-3, C-5b, C-5g, and C-5j. Motion carried by roll call vote: AYES: Herfert, Miller, Sanderson, Touhey, Wong NOES: None ABSTAIN: None Item C-3 In relation to Item C-3 (Parcel Map No. 24585 — BKK Corpora- tion), Councilmember Herfert stated that he would abstain from the discussion and vote on this matter, due to a litigation settlement between himself and BKK Corporation. Councilmember Herfert vacated his seat at the Council dais. Councilmember Miller realized that according to the Sub- division Map Act, the adoption of this final map should be auto- matic. However, he raised the issue of BKK's stability and the fact that they are now saying they are insolvent. He felt it was incum- bent on the City Council to hold this over until for a staff report regarding BKK's financial assurances. 6 Council Minutes of4/17/01 City Engineer Mayer presented information regarding the tentative map that divides BKK's property into three parcels. Environmental Management Director Samaniego stated that a report is forthcoming that will respond to Mr. Miller's concerns. Royal Brown Royal Brown, 2153 Aroma Drive, agreed with Councilmember Miller in holding the matter over until staff provides a report on the financial assurances. Ferdinand Chan Ferdinand Chan, Waste Management & Environmental Quality Commissioner, stated that he was not opposed to the development of the site, but would like to see it developed properly and all the negative problems mitigated. Rickie Santell Rickie Santell, Waste Management & Environmental Quality Commission Chair, stated that for the last twelve years BKK has attempted to put the cart before the horse. She felt that there are still no clear answers from BKK on the issue at hand, as well as other prior issues, and concurred with holding the matter over until a report is received. John Scheuplein John Scheuplein, 1800 Aroma Drive #247, felt BKK has done it again by calling themselves insolvent. He too felt nothing should go forward until they prove their solvency. City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman stated that the City Council could hold this over for additional information. Special Counsel Lennard concurred because the issue at hand is the financial assurances con- tained in the conditions of approval. Motion Motion by Touhey and seconded by Miller to hold over this item until the staff report regarding BKK's statement of insolvency has been addressed. Motion carried 4-0-1 with Herfert abstaining. Mr. Herfert resumed his seat at the Council table. Item C-5b In relation to Item C-5b (City Hall HVAC Replacement), Council - member Herfert stated that he would like more information; specifically he requested the consultant's report and would like to receive a presentation on the new technology proposed for the replacement equipment. Motion Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to hold over this item. Motion carried 5-0. Item C-5g In relation to Item C-5g (BKK Landfill Closure Plans — Status Report), Councilmember Herfert stated his need to abstain, due to a lawsuit settlement with BKK. John Scheuplein John Scheuplein, 1800 Aroma Drive #247, spoke on behalf of the RACCOON group. He feared that once that dumpsite is open, even if it is BKK's own dirt, the City would have to go through the same laborious process to close BKK as it did years ago. ie Rickie Santell Rickie Santell, Waste Management & Environmental Quality Commission Chair, felt that anything relative to BKK should be held over for more answers. Councilmember Miller commented that inadequate landscaping and inadequate people at the site has been in Mr. Samaniego's monthly update reports for the last two years. Motion by Miller and seconded by Sanderson to receive and file the report. Motion carried 4-0-1 with Herfert abstaining. 7 Council Minutes of 4/17/01 I • Item C-5j Mayor Wong stated that he misread the speaker's card submitted by John Scheuplein. Mr. Scheuplein wanted to address Item C-5i (Purchasing Police Department Computers), not Item C-5j. John Scheuplein John Scheuplein, 1800 Aroma Drive 4247, spoke in opposition to purchasing the computers at this time until he has had a chance to review the computer specifications. Commander Myrick Commander Myrick stated that the department's experts have analyses the needs of the department and available equipment. He noted that the Police Department has over 30 city -clients and that these computers are good, solid computers — not top of the line. Questions by Councilmember Sanderson resulted in additional information offered by Corporal Tolich: the computers are less than $2,000 each including tax, handling, and shipping; all the computers are exchangeable with each other; all run the same programs; and are compatible with City Hall computers. Mayor Wong asked if Council wished to reconsider the action taken to approve the purchase of these computers, in light of the comments offered. Council was satisfied with their earlier motion. Motion by Touhey and seconded by Miller to approve Item C-5j (request to serve alcohol at the senior center), as it was not approved in the Consent Calendar motion. Motion carried 5-0. Councilmember Herfert thanked Mr. Scheuplein for volunteering his services to the City and stated that that was good government. PUBLIC WORKS POSSIBLE CUL-DE-SAC ON GIANO STREET AT GEMINI STREET Giano/Gemini City Engineer Thomas presented the staff report and responded to Council questions and comments. Bob Wigginton Bob Wigginton, Director of Transportation Services for Rowland Unified School District, discussed the issue from the District's viewpoint. The buses could travel on Stephanie rather than Giano although it would be a little inconvenient. Mayor Wong noted that the cul-de-sac would push all 4100 cars onto Stephanie. Mayor Pro Tem Touhey asked about the use of crossing guards. Further Council discussion. Jesse Ramirez Jesse Ramirez, 1933 Gemini Street, spoke in favor of cul-de-sacing Giano because of the traffic on the street. Steve Hansen Steve Hansen, Giano Intermediate School Principal, felt the cul-de- sac would put the students walking to school at risk because of the increased traffic the cul-de-sac would cause. He stated that the PTA is opposed to the cul-de-sac. Vernon Medeiros Vernon Medeiros, Assistant Superintendent of Rowland Unified School District, requested Council to support the recommendations contained in the Traffic Committee Minutes. In response to Coun- cilmember Herfert, he did support a pro -active approach to get the parents of the school students to be cooperative with the residents on Gemini Street. 0 Council Minutes of 4/17/01 I • St. James Davis St. James Davis, 616 N. Vincent, related a program in which he participated in at grade school where the older students wore arm bands and helped the younger students across the street. Don Best Don Best, he wondered where was the Rowland School Police. It is a school responsibility to ensure safety of the students to and from the school; they should be involved with this. Roberta Azpeitia Roberta Azpeitia, 1740 Oakridge Circle, stated that a lot of the students take short cuts to school using the green belts. She said notices were not sent out to the parents in the area about this Council meeting. It is a shame that Giano Jr. High School didn't send notices to its parents. Council discussed the issue and the alternatives proposed by staff. Councilmember Sanderson favored the use of crossing guards at appropriate intersections. Councilmember Miller suggested a three-way stop at the inter -section of Jacqueline and Gemini. Motion by Wong and seconded by Miller to approve the staff recommendations, listed below, as well as a three-way stop at Jacqueline/Gemini as long as the Traffic Committee does a study to justify it, and to work with the Rowland Unified School District in educating the parents and using the Rowland School Police: * Install stop signs on Gemini Street at Giano Street. * Install stop signs on Giano Street at Yvonne Street. * Install stop signs on Wednesday Drive at Giano Street. * Install double yellow centerline stripping on Gemini Street. * Install painted parking tees on Gemini Street. Motion carried 5-0. Recess Mayor Wong called a recess at 10:03 pm. The City Council reconvened at 10:20 pm with all members present. REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Mayor Wong called the Redevelopment Agency to order at 10:20 pm. The City Council reconvened at 10:46 pm with all members present. COMMUNITY SERVICES CONTRACT FOR THE DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION OF THE 2002 ROSE FLOAT 2002 Rose Float Councilmember Miller read the following statement: "Before considering this item I wish to note for the record that I current am not a member of the Board of Directors for the West Covina Rose Float Association having resigned on March 21, 2001. Previously, I did serve as a Board Member for this non- profit organization, but I did not receive any salary, compensation or other economic benefit for volunteering my services to the Float Foundation. I have consulted with the City Attorney on this matter and it appears that I am not deemed to have an economic interest in this contract under the Government Code, but must declare my previous relationship for the record before participating in this matter." Community Services Director Hatch presented the staff report and responded to questions and comments. 7 Council Minutes of 4/17/01 I • Motion Motion by Touhey and seconded by Herfert to take the following actions: a) Forego any further procedures to review additional proposals; and b) Authorize the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Charisma Floats for the design and construction of the 2002 Rose Parade Float for an amount up to $100,000 with a payment schedule, as previously detailed, against Acct: 110-320-2439-6206. Mayor Wong disagreed with the City Attorney's opinion that the design and construction of the City's Rose Float falls under professional services and need not be put out to bid. He mentioned the declining community contributions towards the float as well. The motion carried 4-1 with Wong voting no. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT No reports for this meeting. PUBLIC SAFETY No reports for this meeting. GENERAL ADMINISTRATION No reports for this meeting. APPROVAL OF DEMANDS AND WIRE TRANSFERS Motion by Miller and seconded by Herfert to approve Demands totaling $2,262,533.43 (Wire Transfers = $1,246,816.76) as listed on check registers 3028238 through 3028595. Motion carried by roll call vote: AYES: Herfert, Miller, Sanderson, Touhey, Wong NOES: None MAYOR'S REPORT ANNUAL APPOINTMENTS OF CITY COUNCIL REPRESENTATIVES TO OTHER AGENCIES Mayor Wong suggested holding this item over until the next meeting as all the Councilmembers didn't respond to him with their preferences. Councilmember Herfert expressed a strong desire to proceed anyway. Council Liaison Appointments Mayor Wong took each assignment on the list, one at a time, with the following results: Assi nment Representative * Audit Committee (2 position committee) Miller * Chamber of Commerce Miller * City/School Cooperative Committee (subcommittee) Sanderson * E.S.G.V. Planning Committee Sanderson * L.A. Works Sanderson * Foothill Transit Zone Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to appoint Herfert as the representative and Touhey as alternate. Motion carried 3-2 with Miller and Wong voting no. Herfert * Independent Cities Association Herfert * Independent Cities Risk Management Assn. Herfert * League of California Cities Miller * SGV Mosquito Abatement District Herfert * L.A.County/City Selection Committee Touhey * S.G.V. Council of Governments Miller * San Gabriel Valley Economic Partnership Miller * Sanitation District Board Wong * SCAG Miller * Upper San Gabriel Valley Water Assn. Touhey Alternate Herfert Miller Miller Wong Touhey Miller staff Sanderson Sanderson Sanderson Wong Touhey Touhey Sanderson 10 Council Minutes of 4/17/01 • Motion Motion by Touhey and seconded by Sanderson to approve the appointments as listed above. Discussion followed relative to the making of appointments to coincide with the interests of the individual Councilmembers. Councilmember Touhey felt a term limit of two years should be implemented for all the various committees and organizations that seek Council participation. City Clerk Berry presented Resolution 2001-32 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-32 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, NAMING MICHAEL MILLER AS THE GOVERNING BOARD REPRESENTATIVE TO THE SAN GABRIEL VALLEY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS AND SHELLEY SANDERSON AS THE ALTERNATE Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to waive further reading of the resolution and to adopt. Motion carried 5-0. Mayor Wong asked for a vote on the motion stated above. It passed 4-1 with Wong voting no. COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS Councilmember Herfert suggested the formation of an Energy Conservation Task Force composed of citizen volunteers and requested that the subject be agendized for the next meeting. On another matter, he noted that he has received complaints about an overabundance of birds at South Hills County Club. He asked staff to find out if the country club is seeding right now and report back to him. On another matter, he would like to have Council address the possibility of having the Risk Management Department return to a separate department as it used to be and have this issue included in the budget discussions. Councilmember Touhey requested that directional signage be brought back to the Council for discussion. Councilmember Miller requested the inclusion of housing development signs into the dis- cussions as well. Councilmember Miller announced the Lions Club of West Covina is showing the movie PEARL HARBOR for this year's fundraiser, scheduled for May 29 and May 30. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT No reports for this meeting. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Wong spoke highly of two individuals who recently passed away and that he would like the meeting to be adjourned in their memory: Carolyn Mershon and Pat Kortan. Motion by Miller and seconded by Wong to adjourn the meeting at 11:17 pm in memory of Carolyn Mershon and Pat Kortan. Motion carried 5-0. Attest: City Clerk Janet Berry 11