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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL
JUNE 15, 2004
Mayor Miller called to order the regular meeting of the West Covina City Council at 7:05 pm in the City
Hall Council Chambers, 1444 W. Garvey Avenue, West Covina. Pastor Kelly DuPee of Faith
Community Church gave the invocation and Councilmember Herfert led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
Mayor Miller, Mayor Pro Tern Sanderson,
Councilmembers Hernandez, Herfert, Wong
Others Present: Pasmant, Alvarez-Glasman, Freeland, Ballard, Durbin, Yauchzee,
Samaniego, Wills, Taylor, Fields, Hoppe, Bachman, McIsaac,
Paul, Lee, Chung, Chaparyan, Berry
REPORTING OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman reported that all members of the
City Council and CDC were present, items scheduled for
discussion were announced prior to commencement of the closed
session which began at 6:08 pm.
A briefing was given regarding the two existing matters
listed on the City Council closed session agenda, no final actions
were taken and nothing further to report; except, Councilmember
Wong abstained on the Valencia Heights Water issue, in
compliance with conflict of interest laws.
Regarding the two properties listed for discussion on the
CDC closed session agenda, direction was provided to General
Counsel to proceed with a DDA for both the Amar Road/Azusa
Avenue project with Eclipse Development Group and the
Citrus/Workman project with McIntyre Companies.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA City Manager Pasmant requested that Item C-3e regarding Dial -A -
Ride be removed for additional information and to be rescheduled
for a future meeting. He also noted a correction to Item C-3h (Lot
Line Adjustment), which incorrectly calls out Glendora Avenue
rather than Lakes Drive.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES The following minutes were approved as presented:
Special meeting of May 19, 2004
Special meeting of June 1, 2004
Special meeting of June 9, 2004
PRESENTATIONS Following the Blue Star video, with the assistance of
Environmental Management Director Samaniego, Mayor Miller
called forward representatives from the following schools that
participated in the Clean Campus Competition:
California Elementary School — First Place
Orangewood Elementary School
Monte Vista Elementary School
Merced Elementary School
Edgewood Middle School
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West Covina Rose Float Foundation President Frank Scalfaro
introduced Larry Crain, owner of Charisma Floats and together
they presented the City's 2005 Rose Float design.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Royal Brown, West Covina resident, thanked Council for
• proceeding with the development at the former BKK Landfill site,
as he saw earthmovers removing earth for the first time over the
weekend.
Herb Redholtz, West Covina resident, reported on a meeting
between Councilmember Hernandez, the Planning Director, and
the developer for Quail Ridge.
John Scheuplein, West Covina resident, announced a new R.V.
storage area in West Covina: 1611 W. San Bernardino Road — the
former Blackyard's Towing yard.
Cookie Nance, West Covina resident, spoke about the week's
dedication to the memory of President Ronald Reagan, who passed
away on June 5, 2004. She noted the financial revenue gained by
the City of Baldwin Park with the coming of Wal-Mart to that city.
Marilee Marrero, West Covina branch Library Director, promoted
the summer reading program for children and teenagers at the
Library.
Joanne Wilner, West Covina resident, noted that the Public
Finance Authority agenda called out minutes of January 7, 2003
for approval when minutes of April 3, 2001 were actually attached.
She also opposed the ENA for the development of a portion of the
civic center — Item C-31.
Mayor Miller Mayor Miller stated that Item C-31 would be pulled from
the Consent Calendar for separate discussion and vote.
Mayor Miller stated that there is a proposal coming soon to
the City Council for the development of the commercial site at the
former BKK landfill site for the construction of a Winco and a
Home Depot.
ITEMS CARRIED OVER FROM PREVIOUS COUNCIL MEETINGS
Councilmember Herfert —
City Council Standing Rules
Standing Rules Council reviewed the staff report. Councilmember Herfert stated
that he had asked that the standing rules be agendized for
Council's review, as it appeared to him that from time to time
Councilmembers were forgetting to abide by them.
Councilmember Wong —
Voter Initiative of Financing the Big League Dreams Proiect
BLD Financing Initiative Councilmember Wong elaborated on the staff report.
iJohn Scheuplein John Scheuplein, West Covina resident, didn't see much difference
between Option No. 4 and No. 5 mentioned in the staff report and
suggested placing all of them on the ballot.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Miller to hold over until
tomorrow evening's meeting, scheduled for FY 2004/05 budget
discussion. Motion failed by the following roll call vote:
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AYES: Miller, Wong
NOES: Hernandez, Herfert, Sanderson
Motion Motion by Sanderson and seconded by Herfert to table the matter.
Motion carried 3-2 with Miller and Wong voting no.
Discussion ensued as to the terminology of "table" versus
• "postpone indefinitely" and the intent of the motion maker.
Councilmember Sanderson explained the intent of her motion was
to ensure the subject matter did not come before Council again.
Councilmember Wong noted that it's been a standing rule of the
Council that items can be brought back for consideration at any
time.
The City Attorney was asked to provide a clarification of
the two conflicting actions.
Councilmember Wong stated that he would abstain from the
discussion and vote on the following issue, in compliance with the
conflict of interest laws. His family's commercial property is
situated near the area in question.and although it has been sold, it
hasn't been a year since the sale.
Councilmember Hernandez
Glendora Avenue Master Plan/Downtown Area Revitalization
Glendora Ave. Revitalization Council reviewed the staff report. Councilmember Hernandez
commented on this issue and the various options previously
discussed at a past meeting.
Motion by Hernandez and seconded by Miller to approve
scenario "C" working with Kohl's to become a part of the revitali-
zation plan. Motion carried 4-0-1 with Wong abstaining (conflict
of interest).
Planning Department —
Potential Sale of City Property on Morganfield Avenue
Morganfield Avenue property Planning Director McIsaac presented the staff report with a slide of
the area in question.
Hortencia Sanchez, West Covina resident, urged Council to
leave the property as is — a green belt.
Dave Cox, West Covina, concurred with previous speaker.
Council comments echoed those of the speakers.
Motion by Miler and seconded by Sanderson to receive and file the
staff report. Motion carved 5-0.
City Clerk's Office —
Available General Municipal Election Dates
Municipal Election Dates City Clerk Berry elaborated on the staff report.
John Scheuplein, West Covina resident, urged Council to leave the
city election date as is.
• Motion by Wong and seconded by Herfert to receive and file the
report, making no changes to the current March 8, 2005 general
municipal election date. Motion carved 5-0.
Fire Department —
Ambulance Service
Ambulance Services Interim Fire Chief Ballard elaborated on the staff report,
emphasizing the following points: a) All firefighters were polled
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as to their opinion of the level of service for the community and all
but three concurred with the three ambulance plan; b) A subjective
analysis of five service options rated the three -ambulance plan,
staffed by firefighters and adding one person, as the first choice.
Art McKiernan Art McKeman, AMR, commented and countered part of the staff
• report. He distributed information regarding the City of Glendale
Fire Department's ambulance program. He felt the City of West
Covina's plan didn't address overtime.
Jim McNeal Jim McNeal, Cole -Schaefer Ambulance, commented on Glendale's
program. He felt West Covina's plan would really take 18, not 12,
people for an ABC shift and that the City may lose its Class A
rating without four men per truck.
Francis Dowling Francis Dowling, Schaefer Ambulance, clarified that under the
Chiefs plan, the City would be hiring three full-time equivalents
and a coordinator: that's four new people, not one. He felt the
report didn't include benefits or other extended costs.
John Scheuplein John Scheuplein, West Covina resident, urged Council to accept
the recommendation of Interim Fire Chief Ballard.
Motion by Hernandez and seconded by Sanderson to approve
Option No. 4 (City Ambulance with City firefighters, fire staffing -
add one person, and receive ambulance billings) and the five
recommendations outlined in the staff report. Sanderson added a
thorough annual review of the finances, statistics, and service to
the motion.
Councilmember Wong commented on the Interim Chiefs rating
for this evening's discussion. He suggested either using the
current contract ambulance service or move forward with a two -
ambulance service.
Councilmember Herfert reiterated his opposition to changing the
ambulance service from the current practice.
Mayor Miller reiterated the motion made by Hernandez and
seconded by Sanderson to approve Option No. 4, the five
recommendations below, a thorough review each year, and then
requested a roll call vote of the Council:
1) Approve the revised Fire Department business plan to
improve ambulance transportation services by utilizing current
Firefighter/Paramedics to staff three city -owned ambulances.
These ambulances will be staffed with two firefighter/paramedics.
2) Authorize the City Attorney to send a written request to the
Contract and Grants Division of the Department of Health Services
requesting they begin the process of amending the current
Emergency Ambulance Services Agreement between the City of
West Covina and the County of Los Angeles.
3) Accept the low bid and award the contract for billing
• services submitted by Whitman Enterprises of Sacramento
California at 6% of net receipts.
4) Find that Leader Industries Bid # MP0893 to the Orange
County Fire Authority meets or exceeds all bid requirements of the
City, and authorize the Fire Department to purchase four
ambulances from Leader Industries.
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5) Adopt the following resolution authorizing the lease
purchase financing with Sun Trust Leasing Corporation, in the
amount of $261,791.80 to fund the acquisition of four (4)
ambulances (1 is a reserve) and authorizing the director of Finance
to execute all necessary documents.
. Resolution 2004-50 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-50 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Fire Equipment COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY OF
EQUIPMENT SCHEDULE NO. 3, AN ESCROW AGREEMENT,
AND RELATED INSTRUMENTS, AND DETERMINING
OTHER MATTERS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
Motion by Hernandez and seconded by Sanderson to waive
further reading of the resolution and adopt, and include those items
above. Motion carried by roll call vote:
AYES: Hernandez, Sanderson, Mill
NOES: Wong
ABSTAIN: Herfert
Recess Mayor Miller called a recess at 9:36 pm. The City Council
reconvened at 9:47 pm with all members present.
CONSENT CALENDAR Commissions/Summary of Actions (receive & file)
Community Services. 5/11/04
Senior Citizens 5/13/04
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Ordinance for Adoption (waive reading & adopt)
Amendment No. 3 to the Redevelopment Agency Plan for the
West Covina Redevelopment Project Area
Ordinance 2115 - ORDINANCE NO. 2115 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
RDA Amendment No. 3 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE THIRD AMENDMENT
TO THE WEST COVINA REDEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR THE
WEST COVINA REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA
Miscellaneous — Fire Department
Fire Engine 4 (F-22) Accident Repair Authorization
Fire Engine Repair Recommendation is to authorize up to $80,000 for the transporta-
tion and repair of Fire Engine 4 (F-22). Preliminary repair cost
estimate is $61,500. It is also recommended that the City Council
approve an appropriation of $80,000 from the self-insurance
reserve to Risk Management's Uninsured Loss Account No.
360.15.1520.6417 to cover the funding for the loss.
Miscellaneous — City Clerk's Office
Procedures for Handling Materials Submitted at Council Meetings
Item Pulled from Agenda Recommendation is to accept the procedures for handling
documents and/or materials submitted during the Council meetings
• intended for Councilmembers' perusal.
Miscellaneous — Environmental Management
Resolution Establishing Change in Time for Waste Management/
Environmental Quality Commission Meetings from 7:30 pm to
Resolution 2004-51 Recommendation is to waive further reading and adopt:
WM/EQ Comm. meeting time RESOLUTION NO. 2004-51 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
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CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 5682 RELATING
TO MEETING TIMES AND PLACES OF CITY BOARDS AND
COMMISSIONS TO CHANGE THE METING TIME OF THE
WASTE MANAGEMENT AND ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY
COMMISSION FROM 7:30 PM TO 7:00 PM
BKK Closure Plans Monthly Status
Recommendation is to receive and file the report.
Miscellaneous — Community Services
Renewal of Dial -A -Ride Agreement with Los Angeles County
Item Pulled from Agenda Recommendation is to authorize the City Manager and City Clerk
to execute a two-year renewal agreement with Los Angeles County
for the City of West Covina to provide Dial -a -Ride services for the
County from July 1, 2004 to June 30 2006.
Miscellaneous — Public Works
Request for Reallocation of Property Taxes —
County Sanitation District Annexation
Location: Southwest corner of Nogales St./Shakespeare Drive
Resolution 2004-52 Recommendation is to waive reading and adopt the following:
County Annexation 702 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-52 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, ADOPTING THE JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS
ANGELES, THE BOARD OF DIRECTOR OF COUNTY
SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 21 OF THE COUNTY OF LOS
ANGELES, AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WES
COVINA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AND ACCEPTING
NEGOTIATED EXCHANGE OF PROPERTY TAX REVENUES
RESULTING FROM AN ANNEXATION TO COUNTY
SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 21, BEING ANNEXATION NO.
702
Installation of Banners Over Amar Road and Over Vincent Avenue
Banners Recommendation is to authorize the installation of banners by City
staff at no cost to approved non-profit groups subject to the
Planning Department's Public Right -of -Way Banner Application
approval process.
Lot Line Adjustment No. 162
Location: 1220 and 1230 Lakes Drive
Recommendation is to waive further reading and adopt:
Resolution 2004-53 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-53 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
Lot Line Adjustment 162 CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, APPROVING LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 162 AT
1220 AND 1230 LAKES DRIVE AND DIRECTING THE
RECOR-DATION THEREOF (Hillcrest Development)
Miscellaneous — Finance
City Loan for the West Covina Redevelopment Project Area
Resolution 2004-54 Recommendation is to waive further reading and adopt:
Redevelopment project area RESOLUTION NO. 2004-54 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, APPROVING A LOAN TO THE WEST COVINA
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION FOR THE
PAYMENT OF PROJECT AND ADMINISTRATIVE EX-
PENSES FOR THE WEST COVINA REDEVELOPMENT
PROJECT AREA
•City Loan for the Citywide Project Area
Resolution 2004-55 Recommendation is to waive further reading and adopt:
Citywide project RESOLUTION NO. 2004-55 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, APPROVING A LOAN TO THE WEST COVINA
COMMUNITY
Miscellaneous — Risk Management
Renewal of Property Insurance for FY 2004/05
Property Insurance renewal Recommendation is to approve renewal of the City's existing
property insurance coverage with Travelers Property Casualty
Group, Quote No. 1, at a cost of $84,500 for FY 2004/05.
Miscellaneous — Community Development Commission
The City Council Shall Consider an Exclusive Negotiating Agree-
ment Between the City and Dynamic Business Holding Inc. for the
Potential Development of a 2.6 Acres of the Civic Center Property
ENA with Dynamic Recommendation is to review and approve the t20-day Exclusive
Negotiating Agreement with Dynamic Business Holdings Inc. for
the potential development of a 2.6-acre portion of the Civic Center
Property for a mixed -use commercial retail/office development.
CONSENT CALENDAR ACTION City Manager pulled the Dial -A -Ride Renewal report off the
Agenda for a future meeting. He also pulled off the Procedures for
Handling Materials Submitted at Council meetings, as he desired
to handle that procedure administratively.
Councilmember Wong stated that conflict of interest laws prohibit
him from participating in the discussion and vote on the following
two issues: Adoption of Ordinance No. 2115 relating to the
redevelopment project area and Lot Line Adjustment No. 162
(Resolution 2004-53 relating to Lakes Drive) as his family's com-
mercial property, although recently sold, is located near these two
issues.
Councilmember Sanderson noted that the Summary of Actions for
the May 11`h Community Services meeting indicated a lot of
recreational activities and participants at the new Community
Center at Cameron Park.
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Hernandez to waive further
reading of the ordinance/resolutions and introduce/adopt; and to
approve all other items listed except: Item C-31 and C-3g.
Motion carried by roll call vote:
• AYES: Herfert, Hernandez, Sanderson, Wong, Miller
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Wong re Ord. No 2115 and Reso. 2004-53 (conflict
of interest)
Item C-31 In relation to Item C-31(ENA with Dynamic Business Holdings),
Economic Development Specialist Franklin presented the staff
report and responded to questions. The following individuals
addressed Council:
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Richard Melendez Richard Melendez of Dynamic Business Holding Inc. looked
forward to working with the City on the possibility of developing
the site.
John Scheuplein John Scheuplein, West Covina resident, felt the developer was
more than worthy of the ENA and encouraged Council to grant it.
John Shewmaker John Shewmaker, West Covina resident, suggested that Council
finish some projects before beginning a new one.
Joanne Wilner Joanne Wilner, West Covina resident, spoke in opposition to
developing any part of the civic center property. It is now good
environmental protection for City Hall and cutting down all those
trees would be a terrible mistake.
Council discussed the matter briefly.
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to approve
the staff recommendation. Motion carried 5-0.
Item C-3g In relation to Item C-3g (Banners over Amar and Vincent),
Councilmember Wong felt the $75 charge for the City to install
and remove banners should be imposed on any organization or
agency, whether non-profit or not. It recoups the cost to the City;
it is not a "for profit" fee.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Sanderson to not waive
the $75 fee. Motion carried 4-1 with Herfert voting no.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
HEARING HEARING - WEST COVINA CITYWIDE
LIGHTING AND MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication. Mayor
Miller opened the public hearing. Public Works Director/City
Engineer Yauchzee presented the staff report, stating that the rates
were going up by 1.9%.
Public Testimonv Mayor Miller asked if any written protests or objections had been
received and City Clerk Berry responded in the negative. He then
none opened the hearing for verbal comments from the audience. No
one addressed the City Council in favor of or in opposition and he
Testimony closed closed the public testimony portion of the hearing.
Councilmember Wong opposed the concept of using gas tax funds
to pay the City's portion of the citywide assessment. Mr. Yauchzee
stated that although the gas tax funds could be used for that
purpose, City staff was not proposing it at this time.
City Clerk Berry presented:
Resolution 2004-56 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-54 — 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
LIGHTING FIXTURES AND ELECTRICAL CURRENT TO BE
FURNISHED FOR LIGHTING FIXTURES AND TO ORDER
STREET TREES TO BE INSTALLED AND MAINTAINED IN
THE WEST COVINA CITYWIDE LIGHTING AND
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR BEGINNING
JULY 12004
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Main Motion Motion by Herfert and seconded by Hernandez to waive
further reading of the resolution and adopt.
Motion by Wong to prohibit the use of gas tax funds for the
City's portion of the assessment district. Motion died for lack of a
second.
Mayor Miller asked for a vote on the main motion, which
. carried 4-0-1 with Wong abstaining.
HEARING WEST COVINA CITYWIDE SEWER SERVICE CHARGE
METHOD OF COLLECTION
Sewer Service Charges City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication and Mayor
Miller opened the hearing. Public Works Director/City Engineer
Yauchzee presented the staff report. Councilmember Wong noted
that the cost is going up by 4.1% and expressed concern that the
revenues are not going up at the same rate. He asked if there was
anything that could be done to keep it in line. Mr. Yauchzee
responded that it is carefully reviewed every year.
City Manager Pasmant suggested that during the budget
process, staff provide more detailed information as to where the
expenses are going and additional options before the budget is
adopted.
Public Testimonv Mayor Miller asked if written comments or objections had been
received and City Clerk Berry responded in the negative. Mayor
non Miller than asked for verbal comments from the audience, and no
one addressed the City Council. Mayor Miller closed the public
Testimony closed testimony portion of the hearing to commence Council discussion.
City Clerk Berry presented
Resolution 2004-57 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-57 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
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 Hernandez to waive
further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 5-0.
HEARING CODE AMENDMENT NO. 04-01
BANNER FOR NON-PROFIT ORGANIZATIONS WITHIN
PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY
City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication. Mayor
Miller opened the hearing and stated that the applicant has
withdrawn their application. There was no Council interest in
receiving a staff report.
No public testimony Mayor Miller stated that no speaker cards had been submitted and
asked if there was anyone interested in addressing the Council on
this matter. No one approached the podium and Mayor Miller
closed the public testimony portion of the hearing.
Motion by Hernandez and seconded by Herfert to receive and file
0 the staff report. Motion carried 5-0.
HEARING RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF
LEASE REVENUE BONDS, 2004 SERIES A
(Golf Course Project)
Lease Revenue Bonds City Clerk Berry verified the affidavit of publication. Mayor
Miller opened the hearing. Finance Director Bachman presented
the staff report and responded to questions about the financials.
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Suzanne Harrell of Harrell & Company, the City's financial
consultant, responded to questions concerning the bond rates.
Public Testimony Mayor Miller opened the public testimony portion of the hearing
and asked for comments from the audience. The following persons
addressed Council:
John Scheuplein John Scheuplein, West Covina resident, expressed his opposition
to moving ahead with this concept.
Bernie Wilner Bernie Wilner, West Covina resident, encourage Council to move
ahead with this, as the golfers would really appreciate a new course
to play.
Testimony closed
Mayor Miller closed the public testimony portion of the hearing.
City Clerk Berry presented
Resolution 2004-58 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-58 — A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALI-
FORNIA, AUTHORIZING AND APPROVING A PROJECT
LEASE, A LEASE AGREEMENT, A PRELIMINARY
OFFICIAL STATEMENT, A FINAL OFFICIAL STATEMENT,
A CONTINUING DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT, AND A BOND
PURCHASE AGREEMENT; APPROVING THE RETENTION
OF CERTAIN PROFESSIONAL FIRMS; AND AUTHORIZING
THE TAKING OF CERTAIN OTHER ACTIONS IN CON-
NECTION THEREWITH
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Hernandez to waive
further reading of the resolution and adopt.
Councilmember Wong stated he would not support the
motion as it is akin to the placing the cart before the horse. All the
components of the project are not in place yet.
Councilmember Hernandez felt it was another positive step
toward the golf course. Councilmember Sanderson noted her
support as well.
Mayor Miller felt the golf course would be a great benefit
to the City, but was also concerned about the timing of this facet of
the project.
Action Motion by Miller and seconded by Wong to postpone this
matter to July 20, 2004. Motion failed 2-3 with Herfert,
Hernandez, and Sanderson voting no.
Action on the main motion carried 3-2 with Miller and
Wong voting no.
PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
Mayor Miller recessed the City Council meeting at 10:44 pm to
convene the Public Financing Authority. The City Council recon-
vened at 10:45 pm with all members present.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Mayor Miller recessed the City Council meeting at 10:46 pm to
convene the Community Development Commission. The City
Council reconvened at 10:47 pm with all members present.
DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT
Update on the Status of the Graffiti Removal Contract
Environmental Management Director Samaniego presented the
staff report.
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Councilmember Hernandez stated that he had asked for this
matter to come back to the City Council for terminating the
contract.
Main Motion Motion by Hernandez and seconded by Sanderson to
terminate the current contract and to direct staff to come back with
alternatives.
. Councilmember Sanderson suggested posting the Graffiti
Hot Line telephone number on City poles throughout the city.
Councilmember Wong noted that there are 13 complaints
over a six-month time frame with a total of 4300 sites for the same
time period. Certainly the City can give them an opportunity to
improve their performance after bringing it to their attention before
terminating the contract.
Mayor Miller suggested a committee of two Councilmembers,
members of the public, staff, and the Boys & Girls Club of San
Gabriel to work through the issues, and report at the earliest
convenience. Motion by Miller and seconded by Wong to form
that committee. Motion failed 2-3 with Herfert, Hernandez, and
Sanderson voting no.
Councilmember Herfert stated that he was not ready to terminate
the current contract because there wasn't enough data and there
wasn't a replacement. He expressed displeasure with the response
from the state representatives regarding graffiti on their property in
West Covina (along the freeway).
Councilmember Hernandez spoke of the previous discussions
regarding the abatement of graffiti and how he felt about the
responsiveness, the results of either the painting or sandblasting.
He suggested the residents of West Covina want the Council to
aggressively eradicate graffiti.
Councilmember Wong noted that the current contractor has made
the City's standards 99.9% of the time. It's hard to find fault with
that. The City has an obligation to work with the contract, but to
say after thirteen complaints to just cut the contract is
unreasonable.
Action on Main Motion Mayor Miller asked for a vote on the main motion to terminate the
contract. Motion failed 2-3 with Herfert, Miller, and Wong voting
no.
Council concurred on sending the matter back to staff, bearing in
mind the comments made by the Councilmembers. Council -
member Wong asked for a review of the complaints logged by the
users of the other contractor that had made a bid at the last RFP.
PLANNING DEPARTMENT
Delegation of Responsibility for Determining Public
Convenience and Necessity for Alcoholic Beverne Licenses
Due to the time, the City Council concurred on holding this over
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CONTINUED ORAL COMMUNICATIONS No comments offered.
MAYOR'S REPORTS Mayor Miller reported on the success of the West Covina Lion's
Annual Fundraiser at the Edwards Theatre. There were 750 people
in attendance.
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COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS
Councilmember Sanderson reported on the rash of dead birds and
crows in the area. She suggested that the City take a proactive
position in alerting citizens of the West Nile Virus, using all means
available: Cable Corkboard, video from Mosquito Abatement
District for airing on CATV, West Covina Discover, etc.
ADJOURNMENT Motion by Miller and seconded by Herfert to adjourn the meeting
at 11:15 pm in memory of Carman Hemulgada, the City Manager's
sister-in-law who recently passed away. Motion carried 5-0.
Attest:
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