12-07-2004 - Regular Meeting - Minutes•
MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL
December 7, 2004
Mayor Miller called to order the regular meeting of the West Covina City Council at 7:15 pm in the City
Hall Council Chambers, 1444 W. Garvey Avenue, West Covina.
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Pastor Ernie Benevides
Faith Community Church
Led by Mayor Miller
ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Miller, Mayor Pro Tem Sanderson,
Councilmember Hernandez, Wong
Absent: Councilmember Herfert
Others Present: Pasmant, Alvarez-Glasman, Fields, Freeland, McIsaac, Yauchzee,
Hoppe, Wills, Tedesco, Elliott, Anderson, Bachman, Durbin,
Samaniego, Paul, Chung, Lee, Cendejas, Villegas, M. Gorman,
Rush
REPORTING OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman reported the following:
The City Council and Community Development
Commission commenced the special meeting at 6:10 with all
members present except Councilmember/Commissioner Herfert.
Prior to recessing into closed session all items scheduled on both
agendas were announced for inclusion in the closed session
discussion.
Regarding items on the City Council agenda:
Conference with Real Property Negotiators — City Council
received briefing from agency negotiators, direction was provided
to agency negotiators with no final action and nothing further to
report. Discussion will continue following the regular City
Council meeting.
Conference with Legal Counsel — Anticipated Litigation - No final
action was taken and there was nothing further to report.
Conference with Labor Negotiators — City Council received
briefing from City's negotiators, no final action regarding the
employee groups, nothing further to report.
Public Employee Performance Evaluation — City Manager — This
item was not discussed and held over for discussion for after the
regular City Council meeting.
Conference with Legal Counsel — Existing Litigation — Council
gave direction and authority to resolve the two matters (Jan Poirier
vs. CWC and Gary Christensen vs. CWC)) as listed on the agenda
by unanimous vote.
Regarding items on the CDC agenda:
Conference with Real Property Negotiators —
298 N. Azusa Avenue —Will be held over and discussed after the
regular City Council meeting.
Northeast quadrant of An:ar Road/Azusa Avenue, Parcel I of
Parcel Map 24584 — Briefing received from CDC, direction
provided to staff but no final action taken, nothing further to
report.
205-245 N. Citrus and 2504-2539 E. Workman Avenue — This
matter is on the CDC open session agenda for consideration, no
further report.
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CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
PRESENTATIONS
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
John Scheuplein
205- N. Citrus Street — CDC unanimously provided direction
authorizing execution of lease consistent with terms as expressed
in closed session and authorized executive direction to execute
lease.
City Manager Pasmant removed item C-6g, Procurement of
Administrative Four -Door Sedan, from the agenda.
The following minutes were approved as presented:
Special meeting of November 16, 2004
Regular meeting of November 16, 2004
Blue Star Video was aired.
Mayor Miller announced a reception at the Rose Parade Float tent
on December 19, 2004.
Mayor Miller, assisted by Environmental Management Director
Steve Samaniego, recognized the following:
2005 Used Oil Recycling School Calendar Winners:
* Julia Chen, Merced Elementary School
* Dale Eatherly, San Jose -Edison Academy
* Tony Ghanem, Christ Lutheran School
* Monica Gonzalez, Grovecenter Elementary School
* Britney Larriva, Merced Elementary School
* Andrea Liu, Mesa Elementary School
* Alysa Morales, Monte Vista Elementary School
* Amanda Najera, San Jose -Edison Academy
* Joanne Christine C. Serrano, St. Christopher Parish School
* Ashley K. Siapno, West Covina Christian School
* Amy Tieu, Orangewood Elementary School
2005 Calendar Grand Prize Winner
* Jennie Truong, California Elementary School
ACE (Alameda Corridor East) video was aired which shows the
construction at Nogales and Valley Blvd. ,
Mayor Miller read a prepared statement in response to allegations
and statements made toward him by Cookie Nance at the
November 16, 2004 City Council meeting.
John Scheuplein, West Covina resident, commented on City
functions including Winterfest, flu shots at the Senior Center, and
the recognition of Used Oil Recycling School Calendar winners.
Cookie Nance Cookie Nance, West Covina resident, addressed Council regarding
the Wal Mart proposal, Nogales annexation and lack of BKK
documents at the library.
John Linlow John Linlow, West Covina resident, spoke on his experiences
related to Pearl Habor Day and DMV tests for seniors.
Herb Redholtz Herb Redholtz, West Covina resident, thanked the Council for
continuing with the holiday lighting on Amar from Azusa to
Shadow Oak.
Marilee Marrero Marilee Marrero, West Covina Librarian, thanked the Council for
the Library coverage in the West Covina Discover and on the City
website. Ms. Marrero also stated that BKK documents are on file
at the library.
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Tyra Mason Tyra Mason, representing the Chamber of Commerce, invited the
viewers to attend the West Covina Farmers Market and Street
Festival.
Joanne Wilner Joanne Wilner, West Covina resident, provided a testimonial
regarding the gnatcatcher and the environment at BKK for the bird.
Bruce Leinbach Bruce Leinbach, West Covina resident, announced the ill health of
a former 'Commissioner and the upcoming CIF game between
West Covina High School and South Hills High School
ITEMS CARRIED OVER FROM PREVIOUS COUNCIL MEETINGS
Finance Department
Budget Process Follow-up: Potential Sale of Unimproved
Land at Shadow Oak Park
Sale of Shadow Oak Park Finance Director Bachman presented the staff report. Staff
responded to questions from Council regarding Woodside Village
Master Plan, citywide parkland standards and ratio of park areas
per dwellings. Councilmember Hernandez requested looking into
the expansion of the park service area to include county census
tracks, which may provide CDBG eligibility for development.
John Scheuplein, West Covina resident, addressed the need of
affordable housing.
Joanne Wilner, West Covina resident, commented on parkland
ratios and stated her opposition to the sale of the unimproved land
at Shadow Oak.
Councilmember Wong stated his view that the sale is not a solution
to balance the budget and requests that staff bring back options
regarding use of the property. Councilmember Sanderson also
supports other options including Councilmember Hernandez's
proposal seeking CDBG funding.
Motion by Hernandez and seconded by Sanderson directing staff to
come up with potential plans for a hybrid development to
encompass both housing and programs along with comparison of
strictly 100% programs and to schedule community meetings to
receive input. Motion carried 4-0.
Recess Mayor Miller called for a five-minute recess at 8:50 p.m. City
Council reconvened at 9:00 p.m. with Councilmember Herfert
absent.
City Manager's Office
Charter City Designation
Charter City Designation Special Assistant to the City Manager Chris Freeland presented the
staff report. Staff and legal counsel responded to questions from
Council regarding advantages and specifics of a simplified charter.
John Scheuplein, West Covina resident, commented on some of
the advantages of a charter and advised the Council to thoroughly
review other cities existing charters before making a
determination.
Royall Brown, West Covina resident, spoke on the advantages of a
reclaimed water enterprise.
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Joanne Wilner, West Covina resident, expressed her views on
becoming a charter city and asked whether the proposed charter
would encompass the existing ordinances of the city and whether
they could be amended.
Freeland explained that the existing municipal code would be
adopted as part of the charter and can be amended through the
ordinance process, specific items outlined in the charter would be
amended by public vote.
Motion After lengthy Council discussion, a motion was offered by
Councilmember Wong to receive and file the report.
A substitute motion was offered by Hernandez and
seconded by Sanderson to direct staff to respond to the many
questions brought up by Council through their discussion,
including questions regarding new charters within last 10 years and
their goals and the success levels of attaining those goals and to
invite members of public to participate in the consideration of this
charter. Motion carried 3-1 with Councilmember Wong voting
no.
Planning Department
General Plan Amendment No. 01-04
Housing Element Update (2000-2006)
Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact
Housing Element Update Principal Planner Jeff Anderson presented the staff report.
Planning Director McIsaac responded to Council questions and
comments.
Royall Brown, West Covina resident, commented on the need of
emergency and transitional housing.
Motion Motion by Sanderson and seconded by Hernandez to accept the
Housing Element as presented and direct staff to forward the
Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and
Community Development for certification. Motion carried 4-0.
Mayor Miller also requested that staff meet with Citrus
Valley Medical Center and other stakeholders to further discuss the
issue.
Planning Department
Motion to Reconsider Pre -Annexation Agreement for Nogales
High School
Nogales High School Annexation Staff report presented by Planning Director Doug McIsaac. Police
Chief Wills responded to questions presented by Mayor Miller
regarding the impact of response times if the Nogales campus is
annexed.
The following comments were received:
John Scheuplein, West Covina resident, supported additional
Police resources if school is annexed.
Royal] Brown, West Covina resident, commented on recent
annexations proposed by the Planning Department.
Herb Redholtz, West Covina resident, voiced his concern with
public safety and supported police department resources.
Joanne Wilner, West Covina resident, spoke in opposition to the
annexation.
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Walt Hauser, representing West Covina Police Officers
Association, reiterated the Association's previous position of not
supporting the annexation without an addition of four police
officers.
Dr. Ron Leon, Rowland Unified School District Superintendent,
• commented on police calls to the school and compared the swap
meet benefits to the Farmers Market benefits.
Jenny Hurst, Nogales High School Associate Principal, responded
to Councilmembers Wong question regarding which law
enforcement body the school calls for incidents.
Bernie Wilner, West Covina resident, stated that the agreement
does not state that the police department will not be fully
responsible for calls to the school.
Planning Director McIsaac responded to Councilmember
Sanderson's questions regarded City policy of adding officers
when a new business or development comes into the city.
Debbie Hatly, West Covina resident, voiced her opinion of
Nogales High School as a safe environment.
Mary Jo Maxwell, district resident, commented on Nogales police
department and safety on campus.
Mayor Miller voiced his concerns regarding the impact of public
safety and the service and response times to the south side, but also
supported Nogales High School coming into the community.
Police Chief Wills responded to . questions from
Councilmember Hernandez regarding public safety resources and
calls for service to the area which supported Hernandez' opinion
that the annexation will not have a negative impact on public
safety.
Mayor Pro Tem Sanderson shared her views in support of
the annexation.
Councilmember Wong reiterated his prior account that he
does not support the annexation but stated for the record that he
commends the administration at Nogales High School and
acknowledges that Nogales is a great school but his opposition is
due to limited public safety resources and issues surrounding
swaps meets.
Mayor Miller requested clarification from the City Attorney that if
tonight's issue of a motion to reconsider the pre -annexation
agreement for Nogales High School did not pass, that the previous
motion would stand. City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman confirmed
yes.
Motion Motion by Miller and seconded by Wong to receive and file the
staff report. Motion carried 4-0
Mayor's Report
Appointment of City Council Representative to San Gabriel
Valley Mosquito & Vector Control District Board of Trustees
Appointment to Mosquito & Motion by Miller and seconded by Wong to appoint Mayor Miller
Vector Control Board to serve a two-year term to the San Gabriel Valley Mosquito &
Vector Control District Board of Trustees. Motion carried 4-0.
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Mayor's Report
Sister City Kurobane, Japan Update
Sister City— Held Over Mayor Miller requested that this item be held over to the following
regular meeting.
CONSENT CALENDAR Commission Summary of Actions (receive & file)
a) Community Services 10/12/04
b) Senior Citizens 10/14/04
c) Planning 11/09/04
Ordinance for Adoption (waive reading & adopt)
Amendment to the West Covina Municipal Code, Section2-44
Relating to Motions for Reconsideration
Ordinance No. 2124 ORDINANCE NO. 2124 — AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Motions for Reconsideration COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING CHAPTER 2, SECTION 2-44 PERTAINING TO
MOTIONS TO RECONSIDER
Correctly Classifying Two Traffic Violations
Ordinance No. 2125 ORDINANCE NO. 2125 — AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Traffic Violations COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING SECTION 1-37.1, CHAPTER 22 OF THE WEST
COVINA MUNICIPAL CODE, CORRECTLY CLASSIFYING
TWO TRAFFIC VIOLATIONS AS INFRACTIONS, AND
SETTING BAIL AMOUNTS
Award of Bid
Construction of Median Landscape Improvement on South Azusa
Avenue (Project No. YP-05603)
Median Landscape Improvements Recommendation is to:
1. Transfer $12,000 from Project No. SP-97111 (Account No.
152.81.8704.7200) to Project No. SP-03102 (Account No.
152.81.8332.7200) at the bid opening on September 21, 2004,
and authorize the Public Works Director/City Engineer and
City Clerk to re -bid this project.
2. Accept the bid of Sequel Contractor, Inc. in the amount of
$401,524.50 as submitted at the bid opening on November
23,2004, and authorize the Public Works
Director/CityEngineer and City Clerk to execute an agreement
with Sequel Contractors, Inc. of Santa Fe Springs, California,
for the work to be done.
General Liability Third Party Claims Administration Services
Contract
General Liability TPA Recommendation is to authorize the City Manager and City Clerk
to execute a three-year contract with Ward North America, LP to
provide General Liability Third Party Claims Administration
(TPA) Services, effective January 1, 2005.
Workers' Compensation Third Party Claims Administration
Services Contract
Workers' Compensation TPA Recommendation is to authorize the City Manager and City Clerk
to execute a three-year contract with Hazelrigg Risk Management
Services, Inc. to provide Workers' Compensation Third Party
Administration (TPA) Services, effective January 1, 2005.
Traffic Committee Minutes of November 16, 2004
Recommendation is to accept and file the report
City Treasurer's Report for October 2004
Recommendation is to receive and file.
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Miscellaneous — Communication
Extension of Lease Agreement with 100 N. Citrus LLC for
Location of Radio Equipment
100 N. Citrus Recommendation is to approve a five (5) year extension of the
Lease Agreement for radio equipment space at 100 N. Citrus Ave.
and approve the Mayor to sign the Amendment.
• Miscellaneous — Police Department
Combined 2004 State Homeland Security Grant
2004 State Homeland Security grant Recommendation if to accept and appropriate the combined 2004
State Homeland Security grant, totaling $203,804.77 as follows:
$85,193.26 into 206.31.3110.7160 (Police equipment from
SHSP)
• $7,390 into 206.31.3110.5113 (Police preparedness training
overtime)
• $12,800 into 206.31.3111.5113 (Police homeland security
overtime)
$41,685 into 206.31.3112.7160 (Police equipment from
LETPP)
• $40,381.26 into 206.32.3210.7160 (Fire & Emergency
Management equipment)
• $3,000 into 206.32.3210.5113 (Fire & Emergency
Management exercise)
• $13,355.25 into 206.41.4110.7160 (Public Works equipment)
New O.T.S. Sobriety Checkpoint Grant Funds
O.T.S. Sobriety Checkpoint Grant Recommendation is to accept the Sobriety Checkpoint grant from
the State Office of Traffic Safety and appropriate $21,486.65 into
198.31.3313.5133.
Authorization for the West Covina Service Group to Add One
Fulltime Computer Services Technician
Computer Services Technician Recommendation to authorize the West Covina Service Group to
add one full-time Computer Services Technician to its current
authorized complement of nine full-time, non -sworn employees,
within its current budget.
Miscellaneous — Human Resources
Reorganization of Community Development Commission
(Department) and Staff Re -Classifications
CDC Organization Recommendation is to approve the reorganization of the
Community Development Commission as outlined under Option 1
of the staff report in order to address staff retention and staffing
shortage issues in CDC.
Miscellaneous — Finance Department
2003-04 and 2004-05 Fiscal Years Budget Update
Recommendation is to receive and file the budget update.
Procurement of Administrative Four -Door Sedan
Item pulled from agenda Recommendation is to authorize staff to proceed with the lease of a
new 2005 Cadillac CTS at a cost not to exceed $19,657.43 over the
36-month period with payments not to exceed $501.15/month.
• CONSENT CALENDAR ACTION City Manager removed item C-6g, Procurement of Administrative
Four Door Sedan, for a future meeting.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Miller to waive further reading
of the ordinances and adopt; and approve all items listed on the
Consent Calendar except C-3a and C-6e. Motion carried by roll
call vote:
AYES: Hernandez, Sanderson, Wong, Miller
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Item C-3a
Item C-6e
Motion
Substitute Motion
Second Substitute Motion
NOES: Wong and Miller on item C-2a only
ABSENT: Herfert
ABSTAIN: Wong on item C-41 due to conflict of interest.
Relative to Item C-3a Construction of Median Landscape
Improvement on South Azusa Avenue (Project No. SP-03102)
Royall Brown, West Covina resident, commented on the need for
the public to know about the traffic impact on Azusa due to the
project and need for a detour.
Motion by Miller and seconded by Wong to approve the
project as recommended by staff and to provide detour information
to the public. Motion carried 4-0.
Relative to Item C-6e Reorganization of Community
Development Commission (Department) and Staff Re -
Classifications
Herb Redholtz, West Covina resident, voiced his support of the
reorganization of the Community Development Commission
Interim Human Resources Director Fields responded to
questions from Council regarding current shortages and the
proposed reorganization. Council discussion continued regarding
funding for the positions.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Miller to hold this item
over until after recruitments are conducted for the vacant positions
before adding another position especially with the current budget
issues.
City Manager Pasmant stated that the positions utilize
Redevelopment funds rather than the general fund and there is an
additional option available for consideration that would not add a
position.
Substitute motion offered by Hernandez and seconded by
Sanderson to approve the reorganization as outlined in Option 1 in
order to address staffing issues.
Council discussion continued with staff presenting reasons
for requesting the reorganization.
Another substitute motion was offered by Miller and
seconded by Wong to approve Option 2 which would not add a
position. Motion did not pass with a 2-2 vote, Wong and Miller
voting aye and Hernandez and Sanderson voting no.
Mayor Miller called for the vote on Hernandez's substitute
motion. Motion did not pass with a 2-2 vote, Hernandez and
Sanderson voting aye and Wong and Miller voting no.
Motion by Wong to receive and file. Motion failed due to
lack of second.
Motion by Hernandez and seconded by Sanderson to bring
this item back to the next meeting. Motion carried with a 2-1-1
vote with Wong voting no and Miller abstaining.
CDC Call to Order At 11:10 p.m. Mayor Miller called to order the Community
Development Commission for the purpose of conducting the
following joint public hearing.
HEARINGS JOINT PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND
THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Southwest Corner of Citrus Street and Workman Avenue
Mayor Miller requested a motion to simultaneously conduct the
following two hearings as one since they are related items. Motion
by Wong and seconded by Hernandez to conduct one hearing.
Motion carried 4-0.
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Public Hearing D-la GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 04-04
ZONE CHANGE NO. 04-05
APPEAL OF PRECISE PLAN NO. 04-02
NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL
IMPACT
Southwest Corner of Citrus Street and Workman Avenue
• 205-235 North Citrus Street (odd) and 2504-2534 East
Workman Avenue (even)
Joint Public Hearing D-lb & APPROVAL OF DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT
CDC IIA AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF WEST COVINA
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND
WLM-CW, LLC, REGARDING THE APPROXIMATELY
8.6 ACRE PROPERTY LOCATED AT THE SOUTHWEST
CORNER OF CITRUS STREET AND WORKMAN
AVENUE REFERRED TO AS THE CITRUS WORKMAN
SITE
Citrus/Workman Site Deputy City Clerk Rush verified the affidavit of publications and
Mayor Miller opened the hearings. Principal Planner Jeff
Anderson presented the staff report regarding hearing D-la.
Administrative Analyst Abby Semblantes presented the staff report
regarding the joint public hearing D-lb & CDC IIA. Developer
McIntyre made a brief presentation on the project (the
development of an auto dealership and the redevelopment of a
retail center) and answered questions from Council regarding
potential tenants in the commercial development.
Councilmember Wong inquired about the restrictions on
exterior public address systems, which initiated the appeal. A
representative of the auto dealership described their desire to work
with the Planning Department, as they have in other cities, to come
up with a decibel level that works with the community and to
utilize new outdoor paging technology that replaces large single
speakers with multiple smaller speakers through the site.
Councilmember Hernandez shared his concerns regarding
the retail development and it's completion.
Public Testimonv Mayor Miller opened the public testimony portion of the hearing
and requested speakers in favor.
John Scheuplein, West Covina resident spoke in favor of the
project.
Testimony Closed Mayor Miller closed the public testimony portion as there were no
other speakers interested in addressing Council.
Councilmember Wong expressed his opposition to the external
public address system and will support a motion for the approval
of the recommendations by the Planning Commission and deny the
appeal. Motion is seconded by Hernandez.
Mayor Pro Tem Sanderson offered to amend the motion by
installing the external public address system on a trial basis, with a
stipulation if there are complaints, the dealership must then utilize
a pager system. Amended motion failed due to a lack of second.
IsGeneral Plan Amendment No. 04-04
Zone Change No. 04-05
Appeal of Precise Plan No. 04-02
Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact
Resolution 2004-96 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-96 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Certifying Negative Declaration COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
CERTIFYING OF THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF
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ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FOR GENERAL PLAN
AMENDMENT NO. 04-04, ZONE CHANGE NO. 04-05,
PRECISE PLAN NO. 04-02 PURSUANT TO THE
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT OF 1970,
AS AMENDED
• Resolution 2004-97 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-97 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
General Plan Amendment 04-04 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 04-04
Resolution 2004-98 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-98 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Precise Plan No. 04-02 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA
OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PRECISE PLAN NO. 04-02 ON APPEAL OF
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Motion by Wong and seconded by Hernandez to waive
further reading of the resolutions and adopt. Motion carried 4-0
with Herfert absent.
Ordinance Introduction AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
Zone Change No. 04-05 WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING ZONE CHANGE
NO. 04-05
Motion by Wong and seconded by Hernandez to waive
further reading of the ordinance and introduce. Motion carried 4-0
with Herfert absence.
Approval of Disposition and Development Agreement Between the
City of West Covina Community Development Commission and
WLM-CW, LLC, Regarding the Approximately 8.6 Acre Property
Located at the Southwest Corner of Citrus Street and Workman
Avenue Referred to as the Citrus Workman Site
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Resolution No. 2004-99 RESOLUTION NO. 2004-99 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Citrus/Workman DDA COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA APPROVING
AND AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE
DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT BY AND
BETWEEN THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT
COMMISSION AND WLM - CW, LLC, AND MAKING
CERTAIN FINDINGS IN CONNECTION THEREWITH
Motion by Wong and seconded by Hernandez to waive
further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 4-0
with Herfert absence.
Community development Commission Action
CDC Resolution No. 577 RESOLUTION NO. 577 - A RESOLUTION OF THE
Citrus/Workman DDA COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF WEST COVINA APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE
EXECUTION OF THE DISPOSITION AND DEVELOPMENT
AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION AND WLM - CW, LLC. AND
MAKING CERTAIN FINDINGS IN CONNECTION
THEREWITH
Motion by Hernandez and seconded by Wong to waive
• further reading of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried 4-0
with Herfert absence.
Due to the hour, Council discussed which remaining items on the
agenda could be held over. Deputy City Attorney Gorman
addressed the Coastal Sage and Scrub Community Facilities
District and the time constraints of the Mello -Roos Act.
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RECESS Council meeting recessed at 12 midnight allowing the City
Attorney to determine whether the Coastal Sage and Scrub public
hearing could be continued to another date. The City Council
reconvened the City Council meeting at 12:20 a.m. with all
members present except Councilmember Herfert.
isJOINT PUBLIC HEARING JOINT PUBLIC HEARING OF THE CITY COUNCIL AND
THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
ESTABLISHMENT OF COASTAL SAGE AND SCRUB
(CSS) COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT (PER
MELLO-ROOS COMMUNITY FACILITIES ACT OF 1982)
AND AUTHORIZING AN ELECTIN ANDCDC VOTE ON
THE LEVEY OF SPECIAL TAXES RELATED THERETO
Mayor Miller opened the joint City CounciUCommunity
Development Commission hearing and due to the hour requested
the hearing be continued on December 21, 2004.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Hernandez to continue the joint
public hearing on December 21, 2004. Motion carried 4-0.
ITEMS TO BE HELD OVER Mayor Miller announced that the following items would be held
over until the City Council meeting of December 21, 2004.
PUBLIC WORKS
Election on the Levy of Special Taxes by the CSS Community
Facilities District, and Certification of the Results Thereof
MAYOR'S REPORTS
City Council Liaison Meetings Highlights
COUNCILMEMBERS'S REPORTS
Councilmember Hernandez — City Council Ratification of
Department Head and/or Other Staff Appointments
Councilmember Hernandez — Engineering Consultant Services for
Public Works Capital Improvement Projects (CIP)
Councilmember Hernandez — City Council Goal Setting Workshop
ADJOURNMENT Motion by Wong and seconded by Hernandez to adjourn the
meeting at 12:25 a.m. in memory of Mary Cunningham and in
recognition of Pearl Harbor Day.
Mayor Michael L. Miller
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Deputy City lerk Susan ush