07-16-2002 - Regular Meeting - Minutes•
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL
JULY 16, 2002
Mayor Touhey called to order the regular meeting of the West Covina City Council at 7:09 pm in the
City Hall Council Chambers, 1444 W. Garvey Avenue, West Covina. Reverend John Foye of Christ
Fellowship Church gave the invocation and George Carl led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL Mayor Touhey, Mayor Pro Tern Herfert, Councilmembers Miller,
and -Sanderson
Absent: Councilmember Wong
Others Present: Pasmant, Alvarez-Glasman, Simpson, Tompkins, Bachman,
Durbin, Freeland, Yauchzee, Tedesco, Anderson, Semblantes,
Chung, Morgan, Smilowitz, Wills, Johnson, Hatch, Fields, Berry
PRESENTATIONS Mayor Touhey presented a Certificate of Recognition to George
Carl on reaching his 90s' birthday on May 29, 2002.
Mayor Touhey presented a Certificate of Appreciation to Malcolm
Eaton, former Head Football Coach at West Covina High School,
for his services to the students and athletes at the school. Mr.
Eaton announced an upcoming reunion for the athletes scheduled
for August 17 at Pacific Palms.
Mayor Touhey recognized the Fourth of July Event volunteers and
City staff for putting on the best celebration ever. John Hughes of
the Elks and the West Covina Muscular Dystrophy Association
Chairman read a prepared statement in which he thanked everyone
for making thefundraiser for the MDA this 4h of July the best
ever.
Mayor Touhey introduced the members- of Cold Duck, a very
popular band that plays every year at one of the City's Summer
Concert Series on Thursday evenings.
With the assistance of manager Mark Booth, Mayor Touhey
presented certificates of recognition to each member of the Pacific
Coast Little League Mariners for winning the Minor League
Division Championship.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Lollie Bergman Lollie Bergman, 847 Wescove Place, thanked Council for not
cutting School Resource Officers from the budget as they make a
very positive impact on the students.
Wayne Heieck Wayne Heieck, 1313 S. Sunkist Avenue, commented on Council -
member Miller's letter to the editor regarding his position in not
supporting longevity pay for police officers.
John Scheuplein John Scheuplein, 1800 Aroma Drive, #247, thanked everyone
involved with the Big League Dreams project, as he believed it to
be very good for the City.
Cookie Nance Cookie Nance, 1236 W. Eckerman, thanked the City for the "No
Parking" signs on her street and the street sweeping services.
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Herb Redholtz Herb Redholtz, 2622 Altamira Drive, congratulated to Council -
members Herfert, Sanderson, and Mayor Touhey for being con-
sistent in supporting and voting for the Big League Dreams
project. He referred to a November 22, 2001 Tribune article in
which Councilmember Miller voted in favor of moving forward
• with the BLD project and asked why the change in vote.
He suggested that the Grubb/Ellis property sign be removed
from the BKK landfill property site and replace it with a "Coming
Soon — BLD" sign.
John Shewmaker John Shewmaker, 1825 Borrego Street, read a prepared statement
regarding the July 5's Saturday meeting which ran for eight hours.
Cliff Kuehn Cliff Keuhn, 921 E. Merced Avenue, requested the City Council to
review the Municipal Code and permit Internet cafes.
Ron Cerecedes Ron Cerecedes, 16816 E. Francisquito, Valinda, complained about
alcohol use at Orangewood Little League on closing day cere-
monies.
St. James Davis St. James Davis, 616 N. Vincent Avenue, noticed that the signs
cautioning drivers that Vincent Avenue is undergoing construction
have been vandalized with graffiti. He hoped Council would look
into under -grounding utility lines.
Councilmember Miller responded to the comments offered earlier
by Mr. Heieck, clarifying his decision -making process as a
Councilmember and his retirement from the City.
Councilmember Sanderson requested staff to look into the situation
concerning the drinking at Orangewood Park and the graffiti on
City signs. Additionally, she noted the City Council's support for
School Resource Officers and any questions regarding that
program should be directed to the City Manager who is in contact
with the school district superintendents.
RDA Called to Order Mayor Touhey called to order the Redevelopment Agency at 8:16
pm for the purpose of conducting the following joint public
hearing.
HEARING JOINT PUBLIC HEARING
NEW ELEPHANT BAR RESTAURANT AND
PACIFIC WESTERN NATIONAL BANK BUILDING
Elephant Bar Mayor Touhey stated that the matter set for public hearing is a
proposed Disposition and Development Agreement by and
between the West Covina Redevelopment Agency and Grinstein
Trust, the Evelyn G. Light Trust, and Gayle S. Prince. City Clerk
Berry verified the affidavit of publication and Mayor Touhey
opened the joint public hearing. Redevelopment Agency Project
Coordinator Simpson presented the staff report.
Victor Allison, Elephant Bar Restaurants, Vice President of
. Facilities and Construction, described the family restaurant chain
and the company's enthusiasm for this project.
Jason Cam, representing the owner and developer,
explained the. reason for revamping the current site's building into
the Elephant Bar.
Public Testimony Mayor Touhey opened the public testimony portion of the hearing
and asked for comments from the audience. The following spoke:
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Lollie Bergman Lollie Bergman, 847 Wescove Place, asked about the construction
time frame and felt this to be a very positive project for the City.
There being no others wishing to address Council, Mayor Touhey
Testimony closed closed the public testimony portion of the hearing.
• The City Council supported the project; however, Council did
express concern about this project adding to the current traffic
congestion on Vincent Avenue.
City Council Action:
City Clerk Berry presented:
Resolution 2002-84 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-84 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, CONSENT TO THE EXECUTION OF THE
DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND
BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND
GRINSTEIN TRUST, THE EVELYN G. LIGHT TRUST, AND
GAYLE S. PRINCE AND MAKE CERTAIN FINDINGS IN
CONNECTION THEREWITH
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to waive
further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 4-0.
Redevelopment AQencv Action
Resolution 561 RESOLUTION NO. 561 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
Approving DDA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF WEST CO-
VINA APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION
OF THE DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
BY AND BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AND
GRINSTEIN TRUST, THE EVELYN G. LIGHT TRUST, AND
GAYLE S. PRINCE AND MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS IN
CONNECTION THEREWITH
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to waive
further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 4-0.
RDA Adjourned The Redevelopment Agency meeting was adjourned at 8:36 pm at
which time Mayor Touhey continued with the remainder of the
City Council agenda.
HEARING WEST COVINA AUTO PLAZA BUSINESS IMPROVE-
MENT DISTRICT —
FY 2002/03 ANNUAL REPORT AND ASSESSMENT
Auto Plaza District Mayor Touhey stated that the City Council would consider
confirming the Annual Report for the West Covina Auto Plaza
Business Improvement District Area for fiscal year 2002/03. City
Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication and Mayor Touhey
opened the hearing. Administrative Analyst Semblantes presented
the staff report.
Public Testimonv City Clerk Berry stated that no written communications had been
received and Mayor Touhey asked for verbal comments from the
none audience. No one addressed the City Council and Mayor Touhey
• Testimony closed closed the public testimony portion of the hearing.
City Clerk Berry presented:
Resolution 2002-85 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-85 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
Annual Report accepted CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA CON-
FIRMING THE ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE WEST COVINA
AUTO PLAZA BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT AREA
FOR FISCAL YEAR 2002/03
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Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to waive
further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 4-0.
HEARING APPEAL OF VARIANCE NO. 02-03 & NO. 02-04 (CLIP -
Variances (Hassen Imports) PINGER CHEVROLET/OLDSMOBILE AND HUMMER)
• Applicant: Hassen Imports Partnership
Location: 1900 and 1932 E. Garvey Avenue South
Appellant: John C. Shewmaker
Mayor Touhey explained that on June 11, 2002 the Planning
Commission approved two variances to build two pylon signs at
existing auto dealerships in excess of the maximum allowable
heights and size for such sings. These approvals were subse-
quently appealed to the City Council. City Clerk Berry verified the
affidavits of publication and mailing, and Mayor Touhey opened
the appeal hearing. Planning Director McIsaac presented the staff
report.
Public Testimonv Mayor Touhey opened the public testimony portion of the hearing
and asked for comments favoring the appeal. The following
addressed Council:
In Favor of Appeal:
John Shewmaker John Shewmaker, 1825 Borrego Drive, appellant, elaborated on his
letter of appeal.
Herb Redholtz Herb Redholtz, 2622 Altamira Drive, noted his support for the
appeal because of the precedence the variances would set in the
community.
Royal Brown Royal Brown, 2153 Aroma Drive, favored the current sign
ordinance, which prohibits the variances as requested.
In Opposition of the Appeal:
Ziad Alhassen Ziad Alhassen, applicant and owner, presented slides of the
locations in support of his reasons for requesting the variances.
Corey Warshaw Corey Warshaw, 3330 Holt Avenue, stated his support for the
variances has to do with freeway visibility.
Wayne Heieck Wayne Heieck, 1313 S. Sunkist Avenue, noted large signs for
other auto malls that are very successful.
Lollie Bergman Lollie Bergman, 847 Wescove Place, noted the visual distractions
from the freeway has to do with the number of trees and poles in
the immediate area — as depicted on the applicant's slides.
In Rebuttal:
John Shewmaker John Shewmaker, appellant, commented on the statements and
pictures presented by the applicant and reiterated his request to
Council to uphold his appeal.
Testimony closed Mayor Touhey closed the public testimony portion of the hearing
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to commence Council discussion.
Councilmember Sanderson asked if adjacent dealerships had taken
issue with the proposed variances. Planning Director McIsaac
responded in the negative. Ms. Sanderson noted the need for the
signs to be seen from the freeway and the possible resulting
increases in revenues to the City.
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Councilmember Miller felt the elevation issue was valid and
supported the height variance and suggested that the City, under
the contract with Cal Trans, take steps to remove the trees. He
explained why he could not support the increase in sign size
variance.
Mayor Touhey stated he would support the variances as requested
for the hopeful increase in revenues.
City Clerk Berry presented:
Resolution 2002-86 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-86 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
Height Variance CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, APPROVING VARIANCE NO. 02-03 ON APPEAL
OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to waive
further reading of the resolution. Motion carried 4-0.
Resolution 2002-87 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-87 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
Sign Size Variance CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, APPROVING VARIANCE NO. 02-04 ON APPEAL
OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to waive
further reading of the resolution. Motion carried 3-1 with Miller
voting no.
HEARING CODE AMENDMENT NO. 02-01
PERMANENT MAKE-UP — GENERAL EXEMPTION
Permanent Make -Up Mayor Touhey explained that this hearing addresses the establish-
ment of regulations allowing barber and beauty shops to, provide
permanent make-up application (also known as cosmetic micro -
pigmentation) as an ancillary service. City Clerk Berry verified
the affidavit of publication and Mayor Touhey opened the hearing.
City Manager Pasmant stated that Planning Director McIsaac
would present the staff report if requested by Council or respond to
any questions. Mayor Touhey stated that no speaker cards were
submitted for this item.
Public Testimony Mayor Touhey opened the public testimony portion of the hearing
and asked for verbal comments. No one addressed the City
Council and Mayor Touhey closed the public testimony portion of
Testimony closed the hearing.
City Clerk Berry presented:
Ordinance introduced AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 26
(ZONING) OF THE WEST COVINA MUNICIPAL CODE
RELATED TO THE REGULATION OF "PERMANENT MAKE-
UP" (Code Amendment No. 02-01)
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to waive
further reading of the ordinance and introduce. Motion carried by
roll call vote:
AYES: Herfert, Miller, Sanderson, Touhey
NOES: None
ABSENT: Wong
CONSENT CALENDAR Commissions/Summaries of Action (receive & file)
Community Services 6/11/02
Personnel 5/8/02
Senior Citizens 6/13/02
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Resolution 2002-88
Police Retiree Benefit
Municipal Pool repairs
Mt. SAC — WCCT 56
Miscellaneous — Personnel Services
Change to Public Employees Retirement System Retiree Health
Benefit Contribution — Police Safety Employees
Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2002-88 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2000-42, FIXING
THE EMPLOYER'S CONTRIBUTION UNDER THE PUBLIC
EMPLOYEES' MEDICAL AND HOSPITAL CARE ACT
Miscellaneous — Public Works
CIP and Building Activity Report — Second Quarter 2002
Recommendation is to receive and file.
Exterior Maintenance of the West Covina Municipal Pool Facility
Recommendation is to approve
items one through four (in the
$40,250.
the maintenance improvement
staff report) in the amount of
Miscellaneous — City Manager's Office
Contract with Mt. San Antonio College for Operation of WCCT
Channel 56
Recommendation is to take the following actions:
* Authorize payment of $69,000 to Mt. SAC from the
Community Information Acct. No. 110-320-2632-6120 as
reimbursement for Mt. SAC's operation of WCCT Channel
56 for the period August 1, 2002 through July 31, 2003;
and
* Authorize the City manger to execute an agreement with
Mt. SAC for the operation of WCCT Channel 56 for the
period August 1,2002 through July 31, 2003.
Discover West Covina
Discover West Covina Recommendation is to take the following actions:
* Accept the proposal submitted by China Times and
authorize payment in the amount of $26,798 for the
printing of "Discover West Covina."
* Authorize the payment of $51,000 to the United States
Postal Service for postage expenses for "Discover West
Covina."
Miscellaneous — Community Services
Skate Park Ordinance Introduction
Skate Park ordinance Recommendation is to introduce the following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 16 OF
THE WES COVINA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO
PARKS AND RECREATION BY ADDING ARTICLE III
ESTABLISHING REGULATIONS FOR THE SAFE USE OF
SKATE PARK FACILITIES OWNED AND OPERATED BY
THE CITY OF WEST COVINA
Miscellaneous — Environmental Management
BKK Status Report
Recommendation is to receive and file the status report.
CONSENT CALENDAR ACTION Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to waive further
reading of the resolutions/ordinance and adopt/introduce; and to
approve all other items except Items C-2c and C-2d. Motion
carried by roll call vote:
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AYES:
Herfert, Miller, Sanderson, Touhey
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Wong
Item C-2c In reference to Item C-2c (Exterior maintenance at municipal
pool), Mayor Touhey presented a list of maintenance and upgrade
issues that he would like to have staff obtain some estimated costs.
Council discussion followed. City Manager Pasmant elaborated on
the staff report, suggesting that the City Council include a $14,000
pool cover. Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to
approve the staff recommendations, including the pool cover, and
have staff provide cost estimates for the trellis options and the
other items submitted by Mayor Touhey. Motion carried 4-0.
Item C-2d In reference to Item C-2d (Contract with Mt. SAC for WCCT
Channel 56), Assistant City Manager Fields presented the staff
report.
John Scheuplein John Scheuplein, 1800 Aroma Drive, #247, suggested Council
support Option No. 1 which would be to enter into a one-year
agreement with Mt. SAC to operate WCCT Channel 56 from
8/l/02 to 7/31/03 at a cost of $69,000. He also suggested opening
the second channel.
Royal Brown Royal Brown, 2153 Aroma Drive, felt the underlying problem is
the lack of a franchise agreement with Charter Communications.
He suggested the City Council enter into a month -by -month
agreement.
PUBLIC WORKS
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
In response to a question posed by Councilmember Miller,
Assistant City Manager Fields stated that Charter Communications
is not interested in taking over Mt. SAC's operation.
Motion by Sanderson and seconded by Miller to approve the staff
recommendation. Motion carried 4-0.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
No reports for this meeting.
No reports for this meeting.
ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES No reports for this meeting.
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
COMMUNITY SERVICES
The RDA convened earlier in the meeting.
No reports for this meeting.
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT No reports for this meeting.
PUBLIC SAFETY
No reports for this meeting.
GENERAL ADMINISTRATION No reports for this meeting.
MAYOR'S REPORTS Establishment of South Side Ad Hoc Committee
Mayor Touhey explained that he was interested in starting a South
Side Coordinating Committee to be modeled somewhat after the
ADA Committee, functioning out of the City Manager's Office.
Anyone interested in joining is invited.
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Herb Redholtz Herb Redholtz, 2126 Altamira Drive, stated his interest in being
included on it.
Mayor Touhey acknowledged Mr. Redholtz as the first
member. He also gave credit to Mr. Don Best for approaching him
with the idea of the committee.
• COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS
Councilmember Miller reported on state legislature activities: SB
910 regarding cities' Housing Elements. The League of California
Cities is opposing this bill. Secondly, AB 680 would require cities
in the Sacramento area would share in sales tax generated in that
area. If this passes, it would give the state an opportunity to then
say where sales tax goes.
Mr. Miller also spoke on a proposal from the State Water
Control Board to establish a TMDL (total maximum daily load) for
certain components of run-off into the storm drains. He suggested
a letter from the Mayor expressing the City's concern.
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to add this
subject matter to the agenda, finding that it came up after the
posting of the agenda and there is an immediate need to take
action. Motion carried 4-0.
Motion by Miller and seconded by Herfert to have the
Mayor send a letter to the California Water Control Board. Motion
carried 4-0.
On another matter, Councilmember Miller requested that the
following be agendized for the next meeting as a follow-up to the
actions taken regarding Big League Dreams: Locating a gym-
nasium at Cameron Park versus locating it at the BLD site. The
issue is whether the City is having one gym or two because the
plans for the BLD site included a gym.
ADJOURNMENT Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to adjourn the
meeting at 10:22 pm. Motion carried 4-0.
Attest:
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City Clerk Janet Berry
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May r Michael Touhey
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