04-01-2003 - Regular Meeting - MinutesMINUTES
REGULAR MEETING
OF THE WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL
APRIL 1, 2003
Mayor Pro Tem Miller called to order the regular meeting of the West Covina City Council at 7:20 pm
in the City Hall Council Chambers, 1444 W. Garvey Avenue, West Covina. Pastor Rebong of St.
Christopher's Church gave the invocation and Councilmember Wong led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL Mayor Pro Tem Miller, Councilmembers Hernandez, Sanderson,
Wong
Absent: Mayor Herfert
Others Present: Pasmant, Alvarez-Glasman, Freeland, Adams, Fields, Greene,
Durbin, Hoppe, Wills, Tedesco, Chung, Bommarito, Samaniego,
Paul, Franklin, McIsaac, Rodriquez, Berry
REPORT OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman reported that the City Council and
Redevelopment Agency met at 6:00 pm for the scheduled closed
session and public comment was taken relative to the Eclipse De-
velopment item from 6:00 to 6:05 pm. Regarding City Council
items: no final action was taken and nothing further to report
except that the Fire Chief and Police Chief were directed to bring
back a presentation for a regular meeting relative to "threat to
public services or facilities." Staff was directed to move forward
with extending the ENA with Eclipse Development and to submit
to RDA Board a lease at the next meeting regarding the property at
2533 Workman Avenue. Mayor/Chairman Herfert was not present
during the closed sessions.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA City Manager Pasmant stated there were no changes to the
Agenda.
PRESENTATIONS
With the assistance of Police Chief Wills and Lt. Tedesco, Mayor
$8400 check from Target Pro Tem Miller recognized Target Corp. Senior Investigator Steve
Sapuloff and District Asset Team Leader John McDaniels. Target
presented the City with a check for $8,400.00 to purchase an "Arco
Blue Box" which is used to enhance videotapes, make stills, etc.,
which will help the Police Department in fighting criminals.
Blue Star Program Mayor Pro Tem Miller presented a Blue Star placard to Mary Lou
Carlson whose son, Scott, is serving our country as a member of
the United States Navy.
Rita Carlson also received a placard as her son David is
• serving our country as a member of the United States Marine Corp.
Mayor Pro Tem Miller proclaimed the week of Aprii 13, 2003 as
Communicator Week and presented the proclamation to Com-
munications Director Durbin.
Mayor Pro Tem Miller proclaimed the week of April 1, 2003 as
April Pools {Peek and presented the proclamation to Fire Chief
Greene and Captain Steve Wilch.
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Mayor Pro Tem Miller proclaimed Clean -Up Saturdays and pre-
sented the proclamation to Maxine Mason of West Covina
Beautiful and Environmental Management Director Samaniego.
Mayor Pro Tem Miller proclaimed April 22, 2003 as Earth Day in
West Covina and presented the proclamation to Environmental
Management Director Samaniego.
Mayor Pro Tem Miller proclaimed the week of April 6 as National
Library Week and presented the proclamation to Children's Li-
brarian Julie Sorenson and Acting Community Librarian Manager
Judy Valcho.
Mayor Pro Tem Miller introduced Kelly Middleton, PIO for the
San Gabriel Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District, who
presented a PowerPoint presentation on the West Nile Virus.
ANNOUNCEMENT City Clerk Berry announced the appointment of William Roe to the
Planning Commission by newly elected Councilmember Roger
Hernandez.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Christine Muraida Christine Muraida and her daughter thanked the City Council for
their efforts in ridding the City of Mr. Conklin, the sex -offender
who was released into West Covina.
John Scheuplein John Scheuplein, 1800 Aroma Drive #247, criticized Mayor Pro
Tem Miller for his letter to the editor (Daily Tribune) regarding
public safety retirement costs.
Cookie Nance Cookie Nance, 1236 W. Eckerman Avenue, commented on the
same letter as the previous speaker.
Herb Redholtz Herb Redholtz, 2622 Altamira Drive, requested Council to proceed
with developing the BKK site, otherwise the City could be looking
at a superfund site. He hoped the City Council would encourage
Mayor Herfert to continue with the South Side Ad Hoc Committee,
initiated by immediate past Mayor Touhey.
Ferdy Chan Ferdy Chan, 3129 E. Virginia Avenue, stated that he trusted Mayor
Pro Tem Miller's integrity and stood behind him even though he
hadn't read the letter to the editor. He encouraged Council to con-
tinue talking with Westfield regarding the Park & Ride issue at
Eastland.
On another issue, Mr. Chan requested Council to have the
signal checked at Sunset and Civic Center Drive.
Mayor Pro Tem Miller requested an update be given to the
City Council regarding Park & Ride at the Eastland site and have
the timing checked at the signal.
Roberta Azpeitia Roberta Azpeitia, 1740 Oakridge Circle, talked about passing
around petitions at the south side regarding NO PARKING signs
for street sweeping days.
CONSENT CALENDAR Commissions/Summary of Actions (receive & file)
Community Services 3/11/03
Planning 3/25/03
Senior Citizens 3/13/03
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Resolution 2003-27
Used Oil Block Grant
Resolution 2003-28
Enforcement Assistance Grant
Resolution 2003-29
Recycling & Litter Reduction
Resolution 2003-30
Code Enforcement Grant
• Ordinance introduced
Traffic Committee Minutes (accept & file)
Minutes of the regular meeting of March 18, 2003
City Treasurer's Report (receive & file)
Report for the month of February 2003
Miscellaneous — Environmental Management
Used Oil Block Grant
Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution for FY
2003/2004 in the amount of $33,630.00:
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-27 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA,
CALIFORNIA APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE USED
OIL RECYCLING BLOCK GRANT
Enforcement Assistance Grant Application Commencing with FY
2003/2004 to and Including FY 2008/2009
Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO.2003-28 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF AN
APPLICATION TO THE CALIFORNIA INTEGRATED WASTE
MANAGEMENT BOARD FOR ENFORCEMENT ASSIS-
TANCE GRANTS FOR THE PERIOD COMMENCING WITH
THE FISCAL YEAR 2003/2004 LEA GRANT TO AND
INCLUDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2008/2009 LEA GRANT
California Beverage Container Recycling and Litter Reduction
Grant Application for FY 2003/2004
Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-29 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, APPROVING PARTICIPATION IN THE CALIFOR-
NIA BEVERAGE CONTAINER RECYCLING AND LITTER
REDUCTION GRANT FOR THE FUNDING CYCLE FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2003/2004
Miscellaneous — Public Works
Application for Code Enforcement Grant Program from the State
Department of Housing and Community Development
Recommendation is to adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2003-30 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, APPROVING THE SUBMITTAL OF A GRANT
APPLICATION, THE EXECUTION OF A GRANT AGREE-
MENT AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO, AND ANY
OTHER DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO SECURE A CODE
ENFORCEMENT GRANT FROM THE STATE OF CALIFOR-
NIA, DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT
Miscellaneous — Human Resources
The Personnel Commission Desires to Change Their Name To
The Human Resources Commission
Recommendation is to introduce the following ordinance:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, CHANGING THE
NAME OF THE PERSONNEL COMMISSION TO THE
HUMAN RESOURCES COMMISSION AND AMENDING
SECTIONS 2-66, 2-67, 2-73, 2-192, 2-215, 2-216, 2-217, 2-219,
2-224, 2-254, 2-256, AND 2-257 OF THE WEST COVINA
MUNICIPAL CODE
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Fire Dept. Computer Equipt.
Hurst Ranch Grant Funds
Miscellaneous — Fire Department
Fire Department Computer Equipment Replacement and
Network Upgrade
Recommendation is to appropriate $35,826.94 from the Equipment
Replacement Fund balance, Fund 115, into Account No. 115-320-
2181-7130, data processing equipment, in the Fire Department, for
the purpose of replacing equipment and upgrading network to meet
recommendations by the Information Service Department.
Miscellaneous — Community Services
Hurst Ranch Release of Grant Fund and Approval of Use and
Grant Agreement
Recommendation is to:
* Approve the Use and Grant Agreement between the City of
West Covina and the Hurst Ranch Historical Foundation
authorizing a grant of $350,000.00; and
* Authorize the Community Services Director's execution of
the Use and Grant Agreement.
Miscellaneous — Police Department
Additional OTS Seat Belt Grant Funds
Seat Belt Grant Funds Recommendation is to accept the additional grant funds from the
State Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) and appropriate an additional
$6,045.00 for seatbelt compliance enforcement overtime into
Account No. 198-320-2111-5113.
Purchasing Gas Masks and Chemical Protection Equipment Using
Grant Funds
Purchase of Gas Masks Recommendation is to:
Aardvark Tactical * Authorize the purchase of 120 Millenium Response Kits
(including gas masks with canisters, coveralls, boots, glovers, tape,
and carrying bags) from Aardvark Tactical (the vendor with the
lowest quote) for $43,516.50 including tax.
* Appropriate $34,373.50 in earned interest from the fun
balance of Fund 155 (the Supplemental Law Enforcement Services
Fund grant) into Account No. 155-320-2110-7160.
CONSENT CALENDAR ACTION Motion by Wong and seconded by Sanderson to waive further
reading of the resolutions/ordinance and adopt/introduce; and to
approve all other items except Items B-2I and B-4g. Motion
carried by roll call vote:
AYES: Hernandez, Miller, Sanderson, Wong
NOES: none
ABSENT: Herfert
Item B-2I hi relation to Item B-2I (Item on the Traffic Committee Minutes
re parking on Brentwood Drive), Councilmember Roger spoke
in support of the recommendation. Public Works Director
Yauchzee elaborated on the staff report.
Motion by Hernandez and seconded by Sanderson to
approve the recommendation. Motion carried 4-0.
Item B-4g In relation to Item B-4g (Hurst Ranch Release of Grant Funds
and Approval of Use and Grant Agreement), Mayor Pro Tem
Miller felt that with the current budget situation it might be prudent
to hold off action on this item for 120 days or so to find out how
the state's budget problems will affect the City's budget.
Bob Bordon Bob Borden, 1445 E. Herring and President of the Hurst Ranch
Historical Foundation, gave a status report on the project and
responded to Council questions. Council discussed the cost of the
project and previous City monies contributed to the overall project.
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PUBLIC MEETING
Cable Television Customer Service
St. James Davis
Councilmember Sanderson commented that the money had been
earmarked and promised several years ago for this project and the
City should uphold that promise.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Miller to hold over for
approximately 120 days so that it can be included in the budget
deliberations. Motion carried 3-1 with Sanderson voting no.
CABLE TELEVISION CUSTOMER SERVICE
STANDARDS FOR CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Pro Tern Miller introduced the subject matter for this
portion of the meeting, clarifying that the second hearing is a
separate subject matter even though it too concerns Charter
Communications. Administrative Analyst Freeland presented the
staff report and responded to Council questions regarding the num-
ber of complaints received over the phone and through the mail.
St. James Davis, 616 N. Vincent Avenue, complained about the
cost of cable television and the volume fluctuations with the sound.
Renee Heydorff Renee Heydorff, Vice -President of Customer Care of Charter
Communications was pleased that out of 12,300 customers, twenty
phone complaints were forwarded from the City to Charter. She
reported that Charter received 1200 direct complaint calls from
West Covina between March 2002 and March 2003.
George Ogden George Ogden, 1249 S. Valinda Avenue, complained about price
increases without explanations and a situation experienced by the
VFW facility.
Andrew Gerry, Jr. Andrew Gerry, Jr., 1226 Mariana Street, complained that no one
helps him when he calls Charter for help about the sports channels
and the bills continue to increase again and again.
Cecile Price Cecile Price, 1728 Natalie, felt the basic senior package is too
costly. She suggested the City offer the residents a choice of two
cable providers.
Delores Jackson Delores Jackson, West Covina resident, noted rates in other cities
are not as high as West Covina rates. She also said the while the
rates continue to go up the services don't.
Donald Backofen Donald Backofen, 1339 S. Meeker Avenue, spoke in favor of the
cable company. He has experienced excellent service.
Bruce Leinbach Bruce Leinbach, 1308 Sand Hill Drive, related his problems with
Charter Communications, which took about a year to finally
resolve.
Councilmember Sanderson related her bad experiences with the
cable company.
Mayor Pro Tern Miller stated that Mr. Freeland, Administrative
Analyst, would be following up on these issues.
The City Council questioned the City's telecommunications
consultant, Michael Freedman, regarding the experiences here in
West Covina with Charter Communications versus experiences in
other cities with other cable companies.
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Recess
Motion by Sanderson and seconded by Hernandez to receive and
file the comments and letters. Motion carved 4-0.
Mayor Pro Tern Miller called a recess at 9:40 pm. The City
Council reconvened at 9:52 pm with Mayor Herfert absent.
PUBLIC HEARING CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS CABLE CONTRACT
Charter Comm. Contract City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication and Mayor
Pro Tern Miller opened the hearing. Assistant City Manager Fields
presented the PowerPoint staff report and responded to questions.
Public Testimonv Mayor Pro Tern Miller opened the public testimony portion of the
hearing and City Clerk Berry stated that no written com-
munications had been received regarding this specific hearing.
Representatives from Charter Communications were given the
opportunity to address the City Council before public comments.
Charter Communication Comments
Robert Scott Robert Scott, outside lawyer for Charter Communications, began
his comments by introducing the Charter Communications
executives in the audience. He submitted several letters and docu-
ments to the City Clerk for distribution to the Council.
Mr. Scott stated that Charter is taking this hearing very
seriously as this is really a termination hearing, not a notice of
violation. He said the staff report doesn't address Charter's
performance in the community since Charter's transaction with
Paul Allen in 1998. The cable services provided under this system
are among the most advanced in the country. His closing remark
included a suggestion that the City and Charter Communications
put behind the disputes and get back to the table and work out a
new contract for the future.
Brian Gruber Brian Gruber, Vice President for Marketing and Sales for the
Western Region for Charter Communications. He stated that West
Covina has the best cable system in terms of advanced services and
breadth of quality programming that he has ever seen in the twenty
years he has been in the telecommunication business.
Patrick Murphy Patrick Murphy, historian of cable systems in Los Angeles for
twenty-seven years and lastly with Charter, quickly reviewed cable
in West Covina, concluding with current statistics of programs,
services, cable infrastructure costs, and customers in West Covina.
Renee Heydorff Renee Heydorff, Vice President of Customer Care for the Western
Region, discussed the work conducted by her division.
Public Comments No additional comments were made by audience participants.
Staff Comments William Marticorena, the City's special counsel on telecom-
munications, stated that it would be appropriate to review the
materials submitted by Mr. Scott and respond in writing to the City
Council. It would be appropriate to take an action after that.
Council discussed their desire to have a verbal presentation
once the written response is received.
Hearing continued to 5/6 Motion by Sanderson and seconded by Hernandez to hold open
this hearing and continue it until May 6, 2003, and any further
documentation from Charter to be submitted by April 15, 2003.
Motion carried 4-0.
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HEARING FY 2003/2004 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK
GRANT PROGRAM PUBLIC SERVICE PROJECT
FY 03/04 CDGB Funds City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication and Mayor
Pro Tern Miller opened the hearing. Acting Community Services
Director Samaniego presented the staff report.
Public Testimonv Mayor Pro Tern Miller opened the public testimony portion of the
hearing and the following persons addressed Council:
Yolanda Davis-Quarrie, representing West Covina Com-
munity Services Center for the homeless. She reviewed the
various programs and services provided by this organization, and
thanked the City Council for past support and funds.
Yulanda Davis-Quarrie, representing Project Sister, spoke
highly of the services provided by this agency. Francine
DeMarco, Prevention Education Specialist for Project Sister,
addressed Council with the past year statistics experienced by her
agency.
Rhonda Slattery read a prepared statement by Kim
Hudson of Service Center for Independent Living (SCIL) who had
to leave early. The City Council was thanked for past support of
the center and financial support. Donna Grisham addressed
Council as well. She related her experience in losing her sight
eleven years ago and herself of SCIL's resources and tools. She
now works there and works with new clients with disabilities.
Pat Corpe, West Covina United Community Food Panty,
gave a quick overview of the organization for which she is the
executive director. She expressed her appreciation for past
support.
Testimony closed There being no others wishing to address Council, Mayor Pro Tern
Miller closed the public testimony portion of the hearing.
Council Comments Acting Community Services Director responded to questions by
Council. Council discussed the disposition of possible unused
monies at this end of this fiscal year. Councilmember Wong was
interested in finding funds for SCIL and Councilmember
Sanderson was interested in finding funds for Domestic Violence
Advocate.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Sanderson to approve
the staff recommendations with the caveat that any unused funding
this year be reported to the Council late May for a determination as
to its disposition. Motion carried 4-0.
HEARING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT #2
a) Zone Change No. 02-05
Appeal of Tentative Tract Map No. 53995
Appeal of Precise Plan No. 02-22
Negative Declaration
35-Unit Single -Family Residential Project at Orange Ave-
nue and Badillo Street.
• Zone Change 02-05 held over City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication and
mailing. Mayor Pro Tern Miller opened the public hearing
and stated that the applicant has requested that this matter
be held over to April 15, 2003.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Hernandez to continue
the matter until April 15, 2003 with the hearing open.
Motion carried 4-0.
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HEARING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2 (CONTINUED)
b) ZONE CHANGE NO. 01-02 AND NEGATIVE
DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT
14-Unit Single -Family Residential Project at Garvey
Avenue South and Meeker Avenue.
Zone Change 01-02 City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication and
mailing and Mayor Pro Tern Miller opened the hearing.
Planning Director McIsaac presented the staff report.
Public Testimonv Mayor Pro Tern Miller opened the public testimony portion
of the hearing and asked for comments regarding the zone
change. The following addressed Council:
David McKinzie David McKinzie, applicant, requested Council's support for
the zone change. He discussed the measures taken to
accommodate the neighbors' concerns.
Rita Heieck Rita Heieck, 1313 S. Sunkist, stated that the project would
be an improvement to the neighborhood and urged
approval.
Councilmember Sanderson noted that she was concerned
about issues expressed in some petitions opposing the
project. However, there were no comments in opposition
and felt the developer addressed those concerns. And,
although she is an advocate for large lots, she would
support this project.
Testimony closed Mayor Pro Tent Miller asked for comments in opposition
and no one addressed the City Council. Mayor Pro Tern
Miller closed the public testimony portion of the hearing.
City Clerk Berry presented:
Resolution 2003-31 RESOLUTION NO. 2003-31 — A RESOLUTION
Approving Zone Change 01-02 OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST
COVINA, CALIFORNIA, CERTIFYING THE NEGA-
TIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IM-
PACT FOR GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 02-05
WESTSIDE AREA PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 2, ZONE
CHANGE NO. 01-02, TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO.
53483 AND PRECISE PLAN NO. 01-01, PURSUANT TO
THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
ACT OF 1970, AS AMENDED
Motion by Wong and seconded by Sanderson to
waive further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion
carried 4-0.
City Clerk Berry presented:
Ordinance introduced AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO. 01-02
Motion by Wong and seconded by Hernandez to
waive further reading of the ordinance and introduce.
Motion carried by roll call vote:
AYES: Hernandez, Sanderson, Wong, Miller
NOES: None
ABSENT: Herfert
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HEARING
GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO.2 (CONTINUED)
c) Westside Area Plan Amendment No. 2
14-Unit Single -Family Residential Project at
Garvey Avenue South and Meeker Avenue (Sienna)
General Plan Amendment No. 02-06
35-Unit Single -Family Residential Project at Orange Ave/
Badillo Street
Mayor Pro Tern Miller stated that this item should be con-
sidered at the April 15`h Council meeting.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Sanderson to
hold over until April 15, 2003. Motion carried 4-0.
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY Mayor Pro Tern Miller recessed the City Council meeting at 11:28
pm to convene the Redevelopment Agency. The City Council
reconvened at 11:29 pm with all members present, except Mayor
Herfert.
DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS — ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
ATHENS SERVICES MULTI -FAMILY RATE SURVEY
Council reviewed the staff report.
Due to the hour, motion by Wong and seconded by
Sanderson to hold over until another Council meeting. Motion
carried 4-0.
DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS — CITY MANAGER'S OFFICE
LETTER OF OPPOSITION TO AB 136 — EXTENSION OF
WORKERS' COMPENSATION LEAVE OF ABSENCE
UNDER LABOR CODE 4850
City Manager Pasmant elaborated on the staff report.
AB 136 Motion by Sanderson and seconded by Wong to direct staff
to forward a letter of opposition to AB 136 from the City to all
State elected officials representing West Covina and to members
on the Assembly Committee on Insurance. Motion carried 3-1
with Hernandez voting no.
LETTER OF OPPOSITION TO AB 1221 — CHANGES TO
PROPERTY AND SALES TAX REVENUE FORMULAS
TO CITIES
City Manager Pasmant elaborated on the staff report.
AB 1221 Motion by Sanderson and seconded by Miller to direct staff
to forward a letter of opposition to AB 1221 from the City to all
State elected officials representing West Covina and to members
on the Assembly Committee on Revenue and Taxation.
Amended motion by Sanderson and seconded by Miller to
hold over this item to April 15, 2003 to determine whether the
League of California Cities has taken a position on it, as requested
by Councilmember Wong. Motion carried 4-0.
MAYOR'S REPORTS YELLOW RIBBON CAMPAIGN THROUGHOUT
THE CITY OF WEST COVINA
Council reviewed the staff report.
Motion by Sanderson and seconded by Hernandez to
contact all West Covina schools, service groups, and other West
Covina organizations encouraging residents, businesses, and City
Hall to tie yellow ribbons on their properties to express our
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community support for the men and women in the United States
Armed Forces. Motion carried 4-0.
COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS
Councilmember Miller —
SCAG — City Council Leadership Liaison Meetings
Mayor Pro Tern Miller elaborated on the report.
Motion by Miller and seconded by Sanderson to receive
and file the report. Motion carried 4-0.
Ordinance introduced
Anti -gang ordinance
Councilmember Comments
ADJOURNMENT
Attest:
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City Clerk Janet rry
Councilmember Miller —
Southern California Leadership Summit on Gun Trafficking
Mayor Pro Tem Miller elaborated on the report.
Motion by Miller and seconded by Sanderson to receive
and file the report. Motion carried 4-0.
Councilmember Sanderson
Anti -Gang Ordinance
Councilmember Sanderson elaborated on the report.
City Clerk Berry presented:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, REVISING AND
AMENDING CHAPTER 15 OF THE WEST COVINA
MUNICIPAL CODE AS IT RELATES TO LOITERING BY
CRIMINAL STREET GANGS
Motion by Sanderson and seconded by Miller to waive
reading of the ordinance and to introduce. Motion carried by roll
call vote:
AYES: Hernandez, Sanderson, Wong, Miller
NOES: None
ABSENT: Herfert
Councilmember Wong complimented Councilmember Miller on
the grace with which he listened to the criticisms earlier by one of
the speakers.
Councilmember Sanderson requested staff to look into Council's
options in relation to the charges set by Charter Communications.
Councilmember Hernandez requested staff to report back with the
feasibility of forming two or three more neighborhood ad hoc com-
mittees in the different quadrants of the City.
Councilmember Hernandez requested information from legal
counsel with respect to community members being able to make
criticisms of a person during Council meetings to maintain a level
of respect and decorum in our meetings.
Councilmember Sanderson suggested that it might be
helpful to agendize the Council's standing rules and the Brown Act
in answering questions here.
Mayor Pro Tern Miller requested a closed session item for the next
Council meeting a report on the possible acquisition of Badillo/
Orange property by the RDA for housing.
Motion by Sanderson and seconded by Hernandez to adjourn the
meeting at 11:44 pm. Motion carried 4-0.