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06-18-2002 - Regular Meeting - Minutes• MINUTES REGULAR MEETING WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL JUNE 18, 2002 Mayor Touhey called to order the regular meeting of the West Covina City Council at 7:14 pm in the City Hall Council Chambers, 1444 W. Garvey Avenue, West Covina. Pastor Norman Coulter of Faith Community Church gave the invocation and representatives of the West Covina Junior Girl Scout Troop 183 and Brownie Troup 159 presented colors and led the Pledge of Allegiance. ROLL CALL Mayor Touhey, Mayor Pro Tem Herfert, and Councilmembers: Miller, Sanderson, Wong Others Present: Pasmant, Fields, Freeland, Alvarez-Glasman, Lake, Hoppe, Wills, Dominguez, Tompkins, Yauchzee, Bommarito, Tedesco, Gardner, Blair, Durbin, McIsaac, Bachman, MacDonald, Chung, Berry APPROVAL OF MINUTES The following minutes were approved as presented: Special meeting of June 4, 2002 Regular meeting of June 4, 2002 PRESENTATION Assistant City Manager Fields introduced a videotape regarding the Visioning 2020 program. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS John Hughes John Hughes, 129 Poxon Place, reminded everyone of the upcoming Fourth of July celebration and events at Cameron Park and the fireworks in the evening at Thyberg Field. He reported that tickets are still available for the dinner/dance scheduled at the Elks Lodge. Herb Redholtz Herb Redholtz, 2622 Altamira Drive, stated his support for the proposed economic development position within the RDA and the public information officer in the preliminary FY 2002/03 budget. He asked about the status of erecting welcoming signs at the main entrances to the City. Norman Richmond Norman Richmond, 3432 Cortez Street, urged Council to revise a brand new rule at the Senior Citizens Center that would allow him to purchase a lunch ticket in advance for both himself and his wife. HEARING WEST COVINA LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication. Mayor Touhey opened the hearing and Public Works Director Yauchzee presented the staff report. He stated that the total amount to be assessed is $772,926 and no increases to the current rates are being proposed. Public Testimonv Mayor Touhey opened the public testimony portion of the hearing and City Clerk Berry stated that no written communications had been received. Mayor Touhey then asked for verbal comments and none no one addressed the City Council. He then closed the public testi- Testimony closed mony portion of the hearing. City Council Minutes 6-18-02 City Clerk presented: Resolution 2002-61 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-61 — A RESOLUTION OF THE MD #4 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT OF THE ASSESSMENT CONTAINED IN THAT REPORT; ORDERING CERTAIN LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE, RENOVATION AND REPLACEMENT AND APPURTENANT FACILITIES TO BE MAINTAINED FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2002 (West Covina Landscape Main- tenance District No. 4) Motion by Herfert and seconded by Miller to waive further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 5-0. HEARING WEST COVINA LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 6 City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication and Mayor Touhey opened the hearing. Public Works Director Yauchzee pre- sented the staff report. He stated that the total amount to be assessed is $67,500 and no increases to the current rates are being proposed. Public Testimonv Mayor Touhey opened the public testimony portion of the hearing and City Clerk Berry stated that no written communications had been received. Mayor Touhey then asked for verbal comments and none no one addressed the City Council. He then closed the public testi- Testimony closed mony portion of the hearing. City Clerk presented: Resolution 2002-62 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-62 — A RESOLUTION OF THE MD 46 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, CONFIRMING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT OF THE ASSESS- MENT CONTAINED IN THAT REPORT; ORDERING CERTAIN LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE, RENOVATION AND REPLACEMENT AND APPURTENANT FACILITIES TO BE MAINTAINED FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2002 (West Covina Landscape Maintenance District No. 6) Motion by Herfert and seconded by Wong to waive further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 5-0. HEARING WEST COVINA LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NO. 7 Councilmember Wong stated that he would abstain from the dis- cussion and vote on Maintenance District No. 7 as he resides within this district. City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication and Mayor Touhey opened the hearing. Public Works Director Yauchzee pre- sented the staff report. He stated that the total amount to be assessed is $55,900 and no increases to the current rates are being 0 proposed. Public Testimony Mayor Touhey opened the public testimony portion of the hearing and City Clerk Berry stated that no written communications had been received. Mayor Touhey then asked for verbal comments and none no one addressed the City Council. He then closed the public testi- Testimony closed mony portion of the hearing. 2 City Council Minutes 6-18-02 City Clerk presented: Resolution 2002-63 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-63 — A RESOLUTION OF THE MD 47 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI- FORNIA, CONFIRMING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT OF THE ASSESSMENT CONTAINED IN THAT REPORT; ORDERING CERTAIN LANDSCAPING MAINTENANCE, RENOVATION AND REPLACEMENT AND APPURTENANT FACILITIES TO BE MAINTAINED FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2002 (West Covina Landscape Maintenance District No. 7) Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to waive further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 4-0-1 with Wong abstaining (conflict of interest). HEARING WEST COVINA CITYWIDE LIGHTING AND MAINTENANCE DISTRICT City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication. Mayor Touhey opened the hearing and Public Works Director Yauchzee presented the staff report. He stated that the total amount to be assessed is $1,266,223, which includes a voter approved Consumer Price Index adjustment of 2% above the current rates. In response to a question by Councilmember Herfert, Public Works Director Yauchzee explained the assessment of street trees upon property owners. Councilmember Wong asked for a clarification of the anticipated depletion of reserves and staff responded. Public Testimony Mayor Touhey opened the public testimony portion of the hearing and City Clerk Berry stated that no written communications had been received. Mayor Touhey then asked for verbal comments and none no one addressed the City Council. He then closed the public testi- Testimony closed mony portion of the hearing. City Clerk presented: Resolution 2002-64 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-64 — A RESOLUTION OF THE Citywide Lighting & Maint. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI- FORNIA, CONFIRMING THE ENGINEER'S REPORT AND THE PLANS, SPECIFICATIONS, ESTIMATES, DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENTS CONTAINED THEREIN; ORDERING CERTAIN LIGHTING FIXTURES AND ELECTRICAL CURRENT TO BE FURNISHED FOR LIGHTING FIXTURES AND TO ORDER CERTAIN STREET TREES TO BE INSTAL- LED AND MAINTAINED FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING JULY 1, 2002 Motion by Miller and seconded by Sanderson to waive further reading of the resolution and to adopt. Motion carried 5-0. HEARING WEST COVINA CITYWIDE SEWER SERVICE CHARGE City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication. Mayor Touhey opened the hearing and Public Works Director Yauchzee presented the staff report. Mr. Yauchzee reported that the current • sewer charge rate of $21.95 per unit would remain the same for the next fiscal year. Councilmember Miller noted that the public hearing is in relation to the method of collection, not the amount, and staff responded in the affirmative. Public Testimony Mayor Touhey opened the public testimony portion of the hearing and City Clerk Berry stated that no written communications had been received. Mayor Touhey then asked for verbal comments and 3 City Council Minutes 6-18-02 none no one addressed the City Council. He then closed the public testi- Testimony closed mony portion of the hearing. City Clerk presented Resolution 2002-65 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-65 — A RESOLUTION OF THE Sewer Service Charge CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI- FORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE COLLECTION OF THE ANNUAL SEWER SERVICE CHARGE THROUGH THE COUNTY TAX BILL Motion by Herfert and seconded by Miller to waive further reading of the resolution and to adopt. Motion carried 5-0. HEARING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 01-01 ZONE CHANGE NO. 670, AND NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication and mailing. Mayor Touhey opened the hearing and Planning Director McIsaac presented the staff report. Public Testimony Mayor Touhey opened the public testimony portion of the hearing and asked for comments. The following persons addressed Council in favor of the project: Nelson Chung Nelson Chung, project developer, sought approval for his development and touched on the density of the project and the approximate cost range for the homes. JoAnn Hess JoAnn Hess, resident, wondered how far away is this development from the BKK Landfill and is it safe. Planning Director McIsaac responded that the project site is within 2000 feet of the Class III portion of the landfill but much farther away from the Class I portion. He also explained other mitigating measures designed in the project. Mayor Touhey asked for comments in opposition. No one spoke to Council and Mayor Touhey closed the public testimony portion Testimony closed of the hearing. Councilmember Herfert expressed concern about ingress and egress from Azusa Avenue. He felt the City was letting the developer off the hook by not requiring funds for a future signal. Councilmember Sanderson felt the density was high and wished to preserve larger lots. City Clerk presented Resolution 2002-66 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-66 — A RESOLUTION OF THE Certifying Neg. Dec. CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI- FORNIA, CERTIFYING THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FOR GENERAL PLAN AMEND- MENT NO. 1-01, ZONE CHANGE NO. 670, TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 53354, PRECISE PLAN NO. 885, TREE REMOVAL PERMIT NO. 32, AND ADMINISTRATIVE USE • PERMIT NO. 56, PURSUANT TO THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT OF 1970, AS AMENDED (Pacific Communities) Resolution 2002-67 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-67 — A RESOLUTION OF THE Approving General Plan CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI- FORNIA, APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 01-01 (Pacific Communities) 0 City Council Minutes 6-18-02 Motion by Wong and seconded by Miller to waive further reading of the resolutions and adopt. Motion carried 3-2 with Herfert and Sanderson voting no. City Clerk presented: Ordinance introduced AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY.OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO: 670 Motion by Wong and seconded by Miller to waive further reading of the ordinance and to introduce. Motion carried by roll call vote: AYES: Herfert, Miller, Wong, Touhey NOES: Sanderson CONSENT CALENDAR Award of Bids BP 02312A - Historical House Structural Repairs It is recommended that the City Council approve the repairs listed in Line Item Nos. B-1 through B-4 to the Historical House at Heritage Park as identified by the firm of Hess Engineering, Inc. and take the following actions: 1) Approve the expenditure of $9,350 from City Buildings Termite Repair (110-320-3001-7500) and $12,840 from Park Buildings Termite Repairs (161-320-3201-7500) for this project. 2) Approve an appropriation of $19,800 from City Yard Fuel Island (110-320-3769-7900) to be transferred into Account No. 110-320-3294-7500 to be used for this project. 3) Approve an appropriation of $91,910 from Construction Tax Fund balance to be transferred into Account No. 161- 320-3294-7500 to be used for this project. 4) Approve an appropriation of $56,000 from Park Dedication Fund "F" (Fund 175). 5) Accept the bid of Pacific Construction in the amount of $143,800 as submitted at the bid opening on April 30, 2002, and authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer and City Clerk to execute an agreement with Pacific Construction Company of Granada Hills, California, for the recommended work to be done. SP 02104 — Citywide Street Sweeping SP 02104 - Recommendation is to accept the bid from R.F. Dickson Company, R.F. Dickson Co. Downey, in the amount of $779,850 ($155,970 per year) for a five- year period as submitted at the bid opening of May 14, 2002 and authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer and City Clerk to execute the agreement. SP 02104 — Construction of Sidewalks at Various Locations City3yide SP 02104 - Recommendation is to take the following actions: Grigolla and Sons 1) Transfer $10,000.00 from Project No. SP-02106 (124-320- • 3250-7200) to Project No. SP-02104 (126-320-3248-7200). 2) Accept the bid of Grigolla and Sons Construction Company, Azusa, in the amount of $55,350.00 as submitted at the bid opening on June 4, 2002, and authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer and City Clerk to execute a contract with Grigolla and Sons Construction Company. 5 City Council Minutes 6-18-02 • • Purchase of One Road Marking Machine Traffic Striper Road Marking Machine - Recommendation is to award the purchase of one Road Marking Dispensing Technology Corp. Machine per specifications in Bid No. 01-02-02404 to Dispensing Technology Corporation, Moorpark, including tax and delivery, not to exceed $41,859.08 ($38,000.00 from Capital Improvement Program Account No. 115-320-3279-7160 and $3,859.08 from Street Maintenance Account No. 124-320-2230-6251). Miscellaneous — Personnel Services Transmission of M.O.U. and Implementing Resolution for the West Covina Police Officers' Association Recommendation is to take the following action and adopt the pro- posed resolution: Approve the proposed salary and benefit enhancements for the West Covina Police Officers' Association; and approve the transfer of 336,164 from Account No. 110-320-2110-5111 and $128,092 from Account No. 110-320-2610-6900, as needed, to fund the proposed salary and benefit increases. Resolution 2002-68 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-68 — A RESOLUTION OF THE POA CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI- FORNIA, ADOPTING THE PROPOSED MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE WEST COVINA POLICE OFFICERS' ASSOCIATION; AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 7223, RELATING TO COMPENSATION AND CLASSIFICATION OF POSITIONS AS AMENDED, AND FIXING COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS FOR CLASSES REPRESENTED BY THE POLICE OFFICERS' ASSOCIATION Benefit Adjustments Recommendation is to adopt the following benefit adjustments for the non -represented West Covina Assistant Fire Chiefs: Resolution 2002-69 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-69 — A RESOLUTION OF THE Assistant Fire Chiefs CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI- FORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2002-23, RELAT- ING TO ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEFS (FORMERLY BATTAL- ION CHIEFS); AND RESOLUTION NO. 7223, AS AMENDED, RELATING TO CLASSIFICATION OF POSITIONS AND FIXING COMPENSATION AND BENEFITS FOR THE CLASS Miscellaneous — Community Services Aonlications for River Grant Program Recommendation is to authorize staff to apply for the San Gabriel River Watershed, San Gabriel Mountains, and Los Angeles River Grant Program via the following proposed resolutions to fund the Heritage Garden Project for $800,000 and the Maverick/Ridge Rider Project for $500,000: Resolution 2002-70 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-70 — A RESOLUTION OF THE Heritage Garden CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI- FORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FOR THE SAN GABRIEL WATERSHED, SAN GABRIEL MOUNTAINS AND LOWER LOS ANGELES RIVER GRANT PROGRAM UNDER THE SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS, CLEAN WATER, CLEAN AIR, AND COASTAL PROTECTION BOND ACT OF 2000 FOR THE HERITAGE GARDEN PROJECT n. City Council Minutes 6-18-02 • Resolution 2002-71 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-71 — A RESOLUTION OF THE Maverick/Ridge Rider CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI- FORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR GRANT FUNDS FOR THE SAN GABRIEL WATERSHED, SAN GABRIEL MOUNTAINS AND LOWER LOS ANGELES RIVER GRANT PROGRAM UNDER THE SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS, CLEAN WATER, CLEAN AIR, AND COASTAL PROTECTION BOND ACT OF 2000 FOR THE MAVERICK/ RIDGE RIDER PROJECT Miscellaneous - Environmental Management BKK Landfill Closure Plan Status Report Recommendation is to receive and file the status report. Miscellaneous — Finance Department Appropriations Limit for Fiscal Year 2002/2003 Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution setting the FY 2002/03 appropriations limit for the City at $72,875,756: Resolution 2002-72 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-72 — A RESOLUTION OF THE Appropriations Limit CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI- FORNIA, SETTING THE ANNUAL APPROPRIATIONS LIMIT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2002/2003 Contract Extension — Independent Auditing Services Auditing Services - Recommendation is to authorize staff to enter into a contract to ex- Caporicci & Larson tend the auditing services with Caporicci & Larson for the fiscal years ending June 30, 2002 and June 30, 2003, subject to review and approval of the City Attorney. Miscellaneous — Public Works Resolution Authorizing Litigation Challenging The Trash TMDL for the Los Anp-eles River Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution: Resolution 2002-73 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-73 — A RESOLUTION OF THE Coalition for Practical Regulation CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI- FORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF A LAWSUIT IN STATE COURT AGAINST THE LOS ANGELES REGIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL BOARD AND THE STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD AND A LAWSUIT IN FEDERAL COURT AGAINST THE UNITED STATES ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY CHALLENGING THE TRASH TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY LOAD FOR THE LOS ANGELES RIVER Miscellaneous — Fire Department West Covina School District Fireworks Displav Recommendation is to ratify authorization of a fireworks display for graduation ceremonies at the West Covina High School for June 18, 2002. Appropriating Funds for a Senior Volunteer Program Recommendation is to take the following actions: a) Accept the FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant for $30,088 to create the Senior Volunteer Program. b) Appropriate the "FEMA Assistance to Firefighters Grant" for a total of $30,088 in Account No. 139-320-2182-7170 for the purchase of the Senior Volunteer vehicle. 7 City Council Minutes 6-18-02 CONSENT CALENDAR ACTION Motion by Wong and seconded by Herfert to waive further reading of the resolutions and adopt, and to approve all other items listed except: C-2a, C-2b, C-3a, C-3b, and C-3g. Motion carried by roll call vote: AYES: Herfert, Miller, Sanderson, Wong, Touhey is NOES: None Item C-2a In relation to Item C-2a (BP 02312A — Historical House Structural Repairs), Public Works Director Yauchzee presented the staff report and the clarifying memo of the fiscal impact portion of the main staff report. Council discussion followed regarding necessary repairs, cosmetic repairs, project oversight requirementsof the structural engineer, and the staff recommendations. Motion by Wong and seconded by Miller to approve the staff recommendations for projects listed as B-1 through B-6 totaling $190,000, A substitute motion was offered by Sanderson and seconded by Herfert to authorize the expenditure of $73,000 to meet the safety threshold (Alternate No. 1 on page 2 of the staff report, which is: Fund only Nos 1 and 2 of the bid. The remaining work could be done at a later time. The cost of funding Items No. 1 and 2, contingencies, inspection, contract administration, and structural observation by Jeff Coronado requires a funding amount of $73,000. This would include a contract amount of $63,300 and $2,500 for Jeff Coronado Engineering, and an amount of $7,200 for administration, inspection, and contingencies.) Councilmember Miller stated that there is a difference between making the house habitable versus restoring it. He supported the detailed , plan submitted by Hess Engineering and reviewed the structural problems surrounding the placement of the historical house on poor foundation. The goal is now to correct the foundation problems. The substitute motion passed 3-2 with Miller and Wong voting no. C-2b In relation to Item C-2b (SP 02104 — Citywide Street Sweeping), Public Works Director Yauchzee elaborated on the staff report and presented a supplemental memorandum regarding street sweeper specifications. Street Superintendent Blair responded to questions regarding the enforcement/administration of the contract. Mayor Touhey stated that he was displeased and continues to be displeased with the service provided by the current con- tractor, R. F. Dickson Company. Motion Council discussion ensued. Motion by Miller and seconded by Wong to approve the contract without dumping the swept -up materials at the maintenance yard, implement an annual evaluation process and a complaint process. This motion accepts the bid from R. F. Dickson Company if the amount of $779,850 for a five-year period. Motion failed 2-3 with Herfert, Sanderson, and Touhey . voting no. Motion Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to a) find that the lowest bidder (R. F. Dickson) was unresponsive as to quality of service, award a five-year contract to Nationwide Environmental Services, Norwalk, in the amount of $885,000 with implementing an annual review and a complaint process. Councilmembers Wong and Miller stated that they could not 0 City Council Minutes 6-18-02 support the motion because it will cost at least $100,000 more. Motion carried 3-2 with Miller and Wong voting no. Recess Mayor Touhey called a recess at 9:45 pm. The City Council reconvened at 10:00 pm with all members present. • Item C-3a In relation to Item C-3a (MOU and Implementing Resolution for the West Covina Police Officers' Association), a motion was offered by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to approve the staff recommendation to adopt the resolution. Councilmember Miller explained why he objected to the senior officers' pay. Councilmember Wong concurred in opposing the longevity pay, reminding the audience that not too long ago the police officers received a "3% at 50" retirement benefit outside regular salary negotiations. Councilmember Sanderson stated that the City Council needs to support the Police Officers and what they do for the community and Councilmember Herfert said that this MOU was negotiated with a lot of give and take, and this would be a real morale booster. Action City Clerk Berry read the title of Resolution No. 2002-68. Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to waive further reading and adopt. Motion carried 3-2 with Miller and Wong voting no. Item C-3b In relation to Item C-3b (Benefit Adjustments for West Covina Fire Assistants), City Clerk Berry read the title of Resolution No. 2002-69. Motion by Miller and seconded by Herfert to waive further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 5-0. Item C-3g In relation to Item C-3g (Resolution Authorizing Litigation Challenging the Trash TMDL for the Los Angeles River), Councilmember Miller elaborated on the staff report. City Clerk Berry read the title of Resolution No. 2002-70. Motion by Miller and seconded by Herfert to waive further reading of the resolution and to adopt. Motion carried 5-0. END OF CONSENT CALENDAR PUBLIC WORKS No reports for this meeting. PLANNING DEPARTMENT No reports for this meeting. Mayor Touhey moved forward the following item for Council's consideration as he had received several speaker cards on the item. . CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE FUTURE OF ADA COMMITTEE Administrative Analyst Freeland presented the staff report. The following individuals addressed Council: Cookie Nance Cookie Nance, 1236 W. Eckerman and member of the ADA Com- mittee, stated that in the beginning of the committee, the members were told that it would eventually sunset and that is the reason for the decline in active participation. G] City Council Minutes 6-18-02 Gloria Vargas Gloria Vargas, 1915 Summerplace Drive, was unable to stay and requested that the City Clerk distributed her pictures to the Council. The pictures were taken of handicapped ramps for use at football fields. • John Scheuplein John Scheuplein, 1800 Aroma Drive 9247, commented on the pur- pose of the ADA Committee and his desire to be a member. John Shewmaker John Shewmaker, 1825 Borrego Drive, presented his opinion of the committee. Council discussion followed, generally supporting the purpose of the "ad hoc" committee status and no limit on the number of members. Motion by Sanderson and seconded by Miller to continue the ad hoc status with unlimited membership and either the Mayor or the Mayor's designee (Herfert volunteered) to attend. Motion carried 5-0. ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES — RISK MANAGEMENT 1) FY 2002/03 EXCESS WORKERS' COMPENSATION INSURANCE RENEWAL Workers' Comp. Insurance Risk Manager Hoppe presented the staff report and responded to Council questions and comments. Motion by Miller and seconded by Herfert to accept Option 2 and totally self -insure this exposure until a pool can be formed that can provide acceptable coverage. Motion carried 5-0. 2) PLACEMENT OF THE CITY'S GENERAL & AUTO EXCESS LIABILITY INSURANCE COVERAGE General & Auto Liability Insurance - Risk Manager Hoppe presented the staff report and re - Driver Alliant sponded to Council questions and comments. City Manager clarified that if the City does pull out of ICRMA, the City cannot seek reinstatement for three years. Motion by Miller and seconded by Sanderson to a) approve placement of the City's FY 2002/03 General and Auto Excess Liability Insurance Coverage through Driver Alliant, at the $500,000.00 SIR level, for a total cost of $309,750.00; and b) notify the Independent Cities Risk Management Authority of the City's decision to withdraw from membership effective June 30, 2002. Motion carried 5-0. In relation to the Council's discussion regarding the process and keeping Councilmembers informed, Council - member Wong requested a copy of the correspondence with Driver Alliant. ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES — FINANCE DEPARTMENT VARIABLE RATE LEASE REVENUE REFUNDING . BONDS, 2002 SERIES Finance Director Bachman presented the staff report. Council - members Miller and Wong both disagreed with refunding these bonds and extending the maturity out to the year 2036. City Clerk Berry presented: Resolution 2002-74 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-74 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY 10 City Council Minutes 6-18-02 • • Refunding Revenue Bonds COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A SITE AND FACILITY LEASE, A LEASE AGREEMENT, A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT, A REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT, AN ACKNOWLEDGE- MENT TO A CONFIRMATION AGREEMENT, A BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT (SERIES A AND SERIES B) AND A BOND PURCHASE AGREEMENT (SERIES C); AND AUTHORIZING THE TAKING OF CERTAIN OTHER ACTIONS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to waive further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 3-2 with Miller and Wong voting no. PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY Mayor Touhey recessed the City Council meeting at 11:36 pm to convene the Public Financing Authority. The City Council re- convened at 11:39 pm. REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Mayor Touhey commenced the West Covina Redevelopment Agency meeting at 11:39 pm. The City Council reconvened at 12:45 am with all members present. COMMUNITY SERVICES No reports for this meeting. ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT No reports for this meeting. PUBLIC SAFETY No reports for this meeting. No reports for this meeting. COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS Councilmember Herfert Parole Office Subcommittee Update Councilmember Herfert desired to hold this matter over until the next meeting, due to the lateness of the meeting. Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to hold this matter over until the next Council meeting. Motion carried 5-0. On another matter, Councilmember Sanderson asked for a clarify - cation of homeowners' insurance in relation to the location of fire hydrants. Staff was directed to report back. Councilmember Miller announced the first West Covina Street Market scheduled for Thursday evening, June 20, on Glendora Avenue and hoped that staff would assess the impact on the local businesses and work out any snags. Councilmember Miller requested that the meeting be adjourned in memory of John Haaker and Councilmember Wong requested the meeting be adjourned in memory of Ed Kopszywa as well. Councilmember Herfert reminded staff that he had requested the history of the General Fund over the last five years. In addition, he requested a report on the financial status of the City. 11 City Council Minutes 6-18402 ADJOURNMENT Motion by Miller and seconded by Herfert to adjourn the meeting at 12:47 am in memory of John Haaker and Ed Kopszywa. Motion carried 5-0. • May 'chael Touhey Attest: City Clerk Janet Ber • 12