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.
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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.
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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
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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)
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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
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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.
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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.
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May 'chael Touhey
Attest:
City Clerk Janet Ber
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