11-15-2005 - Regular Meeting - Minutes•
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MINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL
November 15, 2005
Mayor Sanderson called to order the regular meeting of the West Covina City Council at 7:15 p.m. in
the City Hall Council Chambers, 1444 W. Garvey Avenue, West Covina.
INVOCATION Pastor Jimmy Han
Good News Chapel
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ( Led by Councilmember Hernandez
ROLL CALL Mayor Sanderson, Mayor Pro Tern Wong, Councilmembers
Herfert, Hernandez, Miller
Others Present: Pasmant, Fields, Alvarez-Glasman, Andersen, Bachman, Freeland,
Hitz, Holtz, Hoppe, Randazzo, Yauchzee, McIsaac, Rush
REPORTING OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman reported the following:
The special meeting commenced at 6:15 p.m. Prior to
recessing into closed session, two items on the City Council
agenda" were announced for inclusion in the closed session
discussion. Conference with Legal Counsel will be held over to a
future date. The record should reflect that Mayor Sanderson was
absent.
Conference with Labor Negotiators — Unrepresented Fire
Management Employees —Assistant Fire Chiefs: Council received
a report from Labor Negotiators with no final action taken and
nothing further to report.
Public Employee Performance Evaluation — City Manager:
Council received a report from Labor Negotiators with no final
action taken and nothing further to report.
Both items are on the open session agenda for
consideration.
Conference with Legal Counsel Existing Litigation — City
of West Covina vs. Valencia Heights Water Company — This item
was not discussed and held over to a future meeting.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA None
APPROVAL OF MINUTES The following minutes were approved as presented:
Regular Meeting of May 3, 2005
Special Meeting of May 17, 2005
PRESENTATIONS Blue Star Video was aired.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Joanne Wilner
Joanne Wilner, West Covina resident, congratulated the incumbent
on the election results and hoped the unsuccessful candidates
would continue being involved in City business. Ms. Wilner
inquired if placing campaign signs near fire stations was
appropriate under campaign ordinances.
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Milford Walker Milford Walker, West Covina resident, thanked Mayor Pro Tem
Wong and Councilmembers Miller and Hernandez for keeping
Wal-Mart out of West Covina.
Mike Lee Mike Lee, Azusa resident, commended Mayor Pro Tern Wong on
his support of unions and commended Councilmembers Miller,
Wong and Hernandez for keeping Wal-Mart out.
Tyra Mason Tyra Mason, representing the Chamber of Commerce, promoted
the City's Farmer's Market.
Public Works Director Yauchzee responded to inquire on political
signs stating the signs near the fire station do not violate and sign
regulations in the municipal code.
UPDATES/REPORTS FROM CONSULTANTS
B-1 BKK Landfill Monthly Status Report
BKK Status Report Staff report was presented by Special Counsel Colin Lennard who
highlighted the changes since the last report to Council on
September 6, 2005. Special Counsel Lennard also introduced
Scott Walker, of the California Integrated Waste Management
Board, who reported on the status of the Class III Landfill Closure.
Scott Walker responded to questions from Council.
Councilmember Miller inquired about the status of the 7.5-foot vs.
5 feet of cover, the cover for the golf course project, the closure of
the landfill, and the costs related to the wells. Mayor Pro Tern
Wong inquired about any other financial gaps.
Scott Walker responded there currently is only enough funding for
5 feet of cover but they continue to work with the City to find
additional funding. Regarding the Closure, he stated that all State
closure standards would be met, that BKK will not be relieved of
their legal obligations to the City, and that well abandonment
requirements are being monitored to also meet State regulations.
Special Counsel Lennard responded to the question of financial
gaps stating they are looking to bring in other groups to share the
financial responsibility.
Royall Brown, West Covina resident, addressed the Federal
Government's requirement to fill the pit located on the north side
restoring it to it's original topography per the Resource Recovery
Act.
John Scheuplein, West Covina resident, spoke on concerns with
the groundcover and need to insist on 7.5 feet of cover.
Joanne Wilner, West Covina resident, questioned the adequacy of
the depth of the groundcover to support vegetation.
• City Manager Pasmant reported that having enough coverage to
plant trees is being looked into.
Councilmember Herfert commented he considers public safety as
the number one factor and development secondary.
Motion Motion by Herfert and seconded by Hernandez to receive and file
the report.. Motion carried 5-0.
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ITEMS CARRIED OVER FROM PREVIOUS COUNCIL MEETINGS
PUBLIC HEARINGS CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING
C-! Appeal of Precise Plan No. 05-08
East Valley Health Center Appeal of Conditional Use Permit No. 05-09
Appeal of Negative Declaration of Environmental Impact
Applicant/Appellant:
• 1) Alicia Mardini, East Valley Community Health Ctr
Appellant:
2) Committee Representing Residents on Bandy Avenue,
Ashwood Street and Walnut Creek Parkway (Katherine
Castucci, Fely McIntosh, Robert McIntosh, Jesusa
Ledesma, and Reynan Ledesma)
Location: 420 South Glendora Avenue
Mayor Sanderson announced the public hearing. Assistant City
Clerk Rush verified that proper legal notice had been given.
Mayor Sanderson requested a briefing from the City Attorney
regarding a request for an extension of the hearing date.
Request for an Extension City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman briefed the Council on a request
by the appellant of the resident group to have the hearing held over
to December 20 and stated it was appropriate for the Council to
hear from individuals in support or opposition of the continuance.
The City Attorney stated if the Council does not grant the
extension, the hearing would then continue.
Mayor Sanderson asked for comments on the matter of the
continuance only.
Katherine Castucci, representing the residents on Bandy, Ashwood
and Walnut Creek Parkway, requested an extension to the hearing
so the appellants would have time to prepare their merits in
opposition to the expansion of the health center.
Robert Bacon, representing East Valley Health Center, requested
the continuance be denied in order to meet timetable of grant
funding. Mr. Bacon responded to questions from Council
regarding their construction plans and their review of alternate
location site.
Motion Motion by Herfert and seconded by Sanderson to grant the
extension request of the resident group to December 20, 2005.
Mayor Pro Tern Wong felt East Valley is entitled to a decision this
evening.
Councilmember Miller opposed the extension due to East
Valley possibly losing grant funding.
Action Motion failed 2-3 with Hernandez, Miller and Wong voting no to
the extension.
Opening of Hearing Mayor Sanderson proceeded to open the hearing. Planning
Director Doug McIsaac presented the staff report, which outlined
the proposed plan for expansion of East Valley Health Center.
. McIsaac responded to questions from Council.
The City Attorney stated the procedures for the hearing.
Councilmember Herfert left the dais at 8:37pm.
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Recess The City Attorney stated all Councilmember must be present to
hear the testimony. Mayor Sanderson called for a recess at 8:40
p.m. in order for all members to return to the dais. The City
Council reconvened at 8:56 p.m. with all members present.
Public Testimony Robert Bacon, a representative of East Valley Health Center,
presented introductory remarks in support of the project. Mr.
Bacon responded to the questions from Councilmember Herfert
regarding tandem parking.
In Favor Mr. Bacon introduced the following individuals who, on behalf of
East Valley Health Center, addressed Council in support of the
project.
• Alicia Mardine, CEO of East Valley Health Center.
• Luzmaria Chavez, Barrio Planners Inc., architect of the project.
• Mary Kashmar, the Director of Development at East Valley.
• Pastor Mason Okubo, representing Immanual Lutheran Church.
• David W. Alfaro, West Covina resident.
• Benita Duran, representing Congresswoman Hilda Solis's
office.
• Nora Gutierrez, representing State Assemblymember Ed
Chavez's office.
• Martha Aviles, representing Cristina Madrid, Field Director for
Supervisor Gloria Molina.
• Corey Warshaw, West Covina resident.
• Mario Del Fame, West Covina resident and business owner.
• Reyna Del Haro, Area Director at Kaiser Permante.
• Carolina Chacon, West Covina resident.
• Bruce Leinbach, West Covina resident.
• Ed Casanova, West Covina resident and business owner.
• Khan Abdul Kayum, West Covina resident.
• Albert L. Matthews, representative of East San Gabriel
Coalition of the Homeless.
• Mary Stuart, West Covina resident.
• Sherrie Berillon, West Covina resident.
• Michella Wright, West Covina resident.
• Thomas Karl Scheurrell, West Covina resident and business
owner.
Mr. Bacon stated he had speaker cards for individuals who wished
to address Council in support of the project but due to time
constraints did not have them speak.
Mayor Sanderson called forward the following individuals to speak
in favor.
John Scheuplein, West Covina resident, urged the Council to move
forward with the project this evening.
Royall Brown, West Covina resident, commented on attachments
to the staff report and two attachments that have been added since
this item was before Council at the previous meeting.
Joanne Wilner, West Covina resident, shared her concerns with the
driveway entrance on Walnut Creek and the need for a parking
attendant when utilizing tandem parking.
Roy Pinchard, West Covina resident, expressed concerns over the
parking situation and suggested permit only parking on the street.
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Recess Mayor Sanderson called for a recess at 10:36 pm. The City
Council reconvened at 10:45 p.m. with all members present.
In Opposition Katherine Castucci, West Covina resident, spoke in opposition to
the project. She expressed her concerns about parking, increased
traffic and the negative impacts on the neighborhood.
• Javier Mendoza, West Covina resident, spoke in opposition to the
proposed project.
Regnan L. Ledsma, West Covina resident, spoke in opposition to
the project expressing concerns about the negative impacts it will
bring to the neighborhood.
Fely McIntosh, West Covina resident, spoke in opposition to the
project expressing concerns over traffic and negative impacts to
the neighborhood.
Frank Guab, West Covina resident, expressed concerns over
parking, trash and safety.
Lois Callaghan, West Covina resident, expressed concerns over
parking and is opposed to the project.
Kenneth Zimmerman, West Covina resident, expressed concerns
over traffic, parking and safety.
Robert McIntosh, West Covina resident, expressed concerns over
traffic and safety.
Swany Gonzalez, West Covina resident, expressed concerns over
parking, traffic and trash.
Rebuttal Robert Bacon, representing East Valley Health Center, provided
rebuttal testimony reiterating his previous comments of the
measures they have proposed to mitigate parking issues.
Public Testimony Closed With no other speakers wishing to address the Council, Mayor
Sanderson closed the public testimony.
Council discussion Councilmembers engaged in discussion sharing their views on the
proposed project parking issues.
Councilmember Herfert stated his support of the center but there
needs to be solutions to the parking issues. Herfert encouraged the
Council to look at the proposed parking management plan and into
ways to protect the neighborhood if they are going to support the
appeals and move forward.
Motion Motion by Miller and seconded by Hernandez to move forward
with the project with the following conditions:
1. Church parking will be in place prior to construction.
2. Instead of a bond for street improvement, acceptance of a
letter of credit or some other instrument.
3. Survey the residents for temporary or permanent permit
parking and study feasibility of turning Walnut Creek at
Bandy Ave. into a cul-de-sac.
4. Prepare a Parking Management Plan in draft form first
come to the Council for approval.
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Assistant City Clerk Rush presented the following resolution:
Resolution No. 2005-69 RESOLUTION NO. 2005-69 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
EIR on Precise Plan 05-09 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
CERTIFYING THE NEGATIVE DECLARATION OF
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT FOR PRECISE PLAN NO. 05-08,
AND CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 05-09 PURSUANT TO
THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT OF
• 1970, AS AMENDED, ON APPEAL OF PLANNING
COMMISSION ACTION
Resolution No. 2005-70 RESOLUTION NO. 2005-70 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Approval Precise Plan 05-08 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING PRECISE PLAN NO. 05-08 ON APPEAL OF
PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Resolution No. 2005-71 RESOLUTION NO. 2005-71 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Approval of CUP 05-09 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 05-09 ON
APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Motion by Miller and seconded by Hernandez to waive further
reading of the resolutions and adopt with conditions. Motion
carried 3-2 with Herfert and Sanderson voting no.
D-1 PUBLIC HEARING
General Plan Amendment General Plan Amendment No. 05-05
Westside Area Plan Amendment No. 4
Applicant: Joseph Lan Duc Vu and Anh Nguyen Vu
Location: 2207 West Merced Avenue
Planning Director McIsaac stated the applicant requested the
public hearing be held over to the next meeting.
Mayor Sanderson announced the public hearing.
Motion Motion by Herfert and seconded by Hernandez to continue the
hearing to the next meeting. Motion carried 5-0
D-2 PUBLIC HEARING
General Plan Amendment General Plan Amendment No. 05-04
Westside Area Plan Amendment No. 3
Appeal of Tentative Parcel Map No. 62858
Applicant: Alfonso and Mary Diaz
Location: 1125 S. Willow Avenue
Mayor Sanderson announced the public hearing. Assistant City
Clerk Rush verified that proper legal notice had been given and
Mayor Sanderson opened the hearing.
Planning Director McIsaac presented the staff report outlining the
proposed amendment.
Public Testimony Alfonso Diaz, West Covina resident and applicant, spoke in favor
of the appeal presented his project to Council.
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Royal Brown, West Covina resident, spoke in favor of the appeal
and supported the project of the resident.
Corey Warshaw, West Covina resident, spoke on behalf of Joanne
Wilner. Although she does not oppose two homes being built on
this lot, she is opposed flag lots.
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Public Testimony Closed With no other speakers wishing to address the Council, Mayor
Sanderson closed the public testimony.
Assistant City Clerk Rush presented the following resolution:
Resolution No. 2005-72 RESOLUTION NO. 2005-72 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
General Plan Amendment COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 05-04
AND WESTSIDE AREA PLAN AMENDMENT NO. 3
Resolution No. 2005-73 RESOLUTION NO. 2005-73 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Tentative Parcel Map COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. 62858 ON
APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION ACTION
Motion Motion by Miller and seconded by Hernandez to waive further
reading of the resolutions and adopt. Motion carried 4-1 with
Sanderson voting no.
CONSENT CALENDAR
E-1 Ordinance for Adoption
Zone Change Zone Change 05-08
Location: 2922 East Cortez Street
Recommendation is that the City Council adopt the following
Ordinance:
Ordinance No. 2144 ORDINANCE NO. 2144 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Approval of Zone Change 05-08 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING ZONE CHANGE NO. 05-08
Award of Bid
E-2a Award of Bid for City Entrance Monument Signs
Monument Signs (Proiect No. SP-06102)
Recommendation is that the City Council accept the bid of Hondo
Company in the amount of $123,900 submitted at the bid opening
on October 11, 2005, and authorize the Public Works Director/City
Engineer and City Clerk to execute the contract. This work will
include the negotiation of change orders to allow for the optional
signs to be located on North Azusa Avenue, Amar Road, and
South Azusa Avenue.
E-2b Award of Bid for School Crosswalk Enhancements
Crosswalk Enhancements (Proiect No. TP-06501)
Recommendation is that the City Council accept the bid of Temo,
Inc. in the amount of $246,323 as submitted at bid opening on
November 8, 2005, and authorize the Public Works Director/City
Engineer and City Clerk to execute the contract.
E-2c Award of Bid for Del Norte Park Picnic Shelter
Del Norte Picnic Shelter (Proiect No. PP-06203)
Recommendation is that the City Council accept the bid of Ortco,
Inc. in the amount of $24,698 submitted at the bid opening on
October 25, 2005, and authorize the Public Works Director/City
Engineer and City Clerk to execute the contract.
Approval of Final Maps
E-3a Lot Line Adjustment No. 169
Parcel Map Location: 1500 W. West Covina Parkway
Aonlicant: West Covina Medical Building Group
Recommendation is that the City Council authorize the Mayor and
City Clerk to execute the lot line adjustment and adopt the
following resolution:
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Resolution No. 2005-74 RESOLUTION NO. 2005-74 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Lot Line No. 169 COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT NO. 169 LOCATED
AT 1500 W. WEST COVINA PARKWAY AND DIRECTING
THE RECORDATION THEREOF (WEST COVINA MEDICAL
BUILDING GROUP)
E-3b Summary Vacation of Excess Right -of -Way on Valinda Avenue
Recommendation is that the City Council adopt the following
resolution:
Resolution No. 2005-75 RESOLUTION NO. 2005-75 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Vacating Valinda Avenue COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
SUMMARILY VACATING A PORTION OF VALINDA
AVENUE WITHIN THE CITY OF WEST COVINA AND AS
MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED IN THIS RESOLUTION
E-3c Approval of Final Map for Parcel Map No. 60193
Location: 2210 South Azusa Avenue
Subdivider: Community Development Commission
Recommendation is that the City Council adopt the following
resolution:
Resolution No. 2005-76 RESOLUTION NO. 2005-76 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Parcel 60193 Azusa Ave. COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
APPROVING FINAL MAP OF PARCEL MAP NO. 60193
LOCATED AT 2210 SOUTH AZUSA AVENUE AND
DIRECTING THE RECORDATION THEREOF (COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION)
Traffic Committee Minutes (accept and file)
E-4 Minutes of the regular meeting of October 18, 2005
Miscellaneous - Finance Department
E-5a 2004-05 and 2005-06 Fiscal Years' Budget Update
Budget Update Recommendation is that the City Council receive and file the
Budget Update and appropriate $26,400 from the Air Quality
Improvement Trust Fund reserve (119) to account
119.84.XXXX.7170 for the purchase of one hybrid pool car.
E-5b Approval of the Estoppel Certificate Related to the Sale of the
Sale of Lakes Project Lakes Project by West Covina Lakes Associates, LLC (WCLA) to
Ten West Associates, LLC and Consent to Assignment of WCLA
Interests in the Property to Ten West Associates, LLC
Recommendation is that the City Council approve the request of
West Covina Lakes Associates to execute the Estoppel Certificate,
which includes the assignment of WCLA interests in the Lakes
parking facilities, in conjunction with the sale of the Lakes Project
to Ten West Associates, LLC.
Miscellaneous - Human Resources Department
E-5c Approval of Contract for Meet and Confer Consultant
Meet & Confer Consultant Recommendation is that the City Council authorize the City
Manager to enter into a contract between the City of West Covina
and John "Jack" Hoffman and Associates to provide consulting
services for the City's Meet and Confer process and other
personnel -related matters, in an amount not to exceed $47,400.
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E-5d Increase in Public Safety Employees' Retiree Health Benefit
Contributions
Recommendation is that the City Council adopt the following
resolution:
Resolution No. 2005-77 RESOLUTION NO.2005-77 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Health Benefit Contributions COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING RESOLUTIONS NOS. 2002-113 (FIRE SAFETY)
• AND 2003-43 (POLICE SAFETY), FIXING THE EMPLOYER'S
CONTRIBUTION UNDER THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES'
MEDICAL AND HOSPITAL CARE ACT
E-5e Fire Management Salary and Benefits
Recommendation is that the City Council adopt the following
resolution relating to Assistant Fire Chief salaries and benefits:
Resolution No. 2005-78 RESOLUTION NO.2005-78 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
Fire and Salary Benefits COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING RESOLUTION NOS. 8288, 2002-23, AND 2002-69
RELATING TO ASSISTANT FIRE CHIEFS COMPENSATION
AND BENEFITS and
Appropriate $64,019 from the General Fund Reserve to account
110.32.32XX.XXXX to fund the increases related to this
resolution.
Miscellaneous — City Attorney's Office
E-5f Second Amendment to City Manager's Contract
City Manager's Contract Recommendation is that the City Council approve a second
amendment to the City Manager's employment contract consistent
with the direction provided by the City Council addressing his
fourth year anniversary evaluation.
Miscellaneous — Public Works
E-5g Landscape Maintenance Contract Extension for Maintenance
Landscape Contract Extension Districts Nos. 6 and 7
Recommendation is that the City Council extend the existing
contract with Campesino Landscape for an additional five years
with a ten percent reduction in the contract amount, and authorize
the Public Works Director/City Engineer and City Clerk to execute
such contract.
Councilmember Hernandez left the dais at 12:10 a.m.
CONSENT CALENDAR ACTION Motion by Hernandez and seconded by Miller to waive further
reading of the ordinance/resolutions and adopt; and to approve all
other items listed on the Consent Calendar except items E-2a, E-
5c, E-5d, and E-5g. Motion carried 4-0 with Herfert absent
(stepped away from dais).
Councilmember Herfert returned at 12:15 a.m.
E-2a Award of Bid for City Entrance Monument Signs City
Monument Signs (Project No. SP-06102)
Councilmember Hernandez inquired into lighting of the
• monuments and the cost for lighting. Brief report was presented
by Public Works Director Yauchzee.
Motion by Hernandez and seconded by Miller to bring back this
item with cost estimates for external and internal lighting. Motion
carried 5-0.
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E-5c Approval of Contract for Meet and Confer Consultant
Approval of Contract Councilmember Hernandez stated he has concerns about entering
into a contract with the consultant because of past experience.
Motion by Hernandez and seconded by Herfert to deny entering
into a contract between the City of West Covina and John "Jack"
Hoffman and Associates to provide consulting services for the
City's Meet and Confer process and other personnel -related
matters. Motion carried 3-2 with Miller and Wong voting no.
E-5d Increase in Public Safety Employees' Retiree Health Benefit
Health Benefit Contributions Contributions
Councilmember Miller stated for the purpose of the public, this is a
modification of benefits previously approved by the Council and
inquired as to whether other cities have retiree medical benefits.
Finance Director stated the public safety retiree benefits proposed
are in line with the cities surveyed.
Motion Motion by Herfert and seconded by Hernandez to approve the
following resolution 2005-77.
Motion carried 4-1 with Miller voting no.
Item E-5g Landscape Maintenance Contract Extension for Maintenance
Landscape Contract Extension Districts Nos. 6 and 7
Mayor Pro Tem Wong left the dais due to a conflict of interest.
Mayor Pro Tem Wong addressed the Council from the podium as a
resident. Mayor Pro Tem Wong requested that the actual rates the
taxpayers are going to pay be clearly reflected.
Motion Motion by Herfert and seconded by Hernandez to approve staffs
recommendation. Motion carried 4-0-1. Wong abstained.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Mayor Sanderson recessed the Council meeting at 12:22 a.m. to
convene the Community Development Commission meeting. The
City Council reconvened at 12:23 a.m. with all members present.
DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS None
CONTINUED ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Lloyd Johnson, West Covina resident, spoke about a piece of
campaign literature that was circulated about a Council candidate.
MAYOR'S REPORTS
I-1 Scheduling a Special City Council Meeting to Certify the City
Certification of Election of West Covina's 2005 Election Results
Mayor Sanderson requested the Council schedule a special meeting
to certify the November 2005 election results.
Motion Motion by Councilmember Herfert to schedule November 30th for
a special meeting of the City Council to certify the recent election
results.
Mayor Pro Tem Wong proposed to leave the date as December 6,
as the County might not have certified the election results by the
expected date of November 28.
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Mayor Sanderson asked if the definite date the County would have
the election results is November 281h. Assistant City Clerk Rush
responded that November 28 is the date the County has proposed.
State Law allows 28 days from the date of the election, but the
County is estimating they will have certified results distributed to
cities by November 28.
Mayor Pro Tem Wong asked what happens if a recount is
requested. City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman answered a recount
would not stop the certification process.
Councilmember Herfert stated that is the results are not in by
November 301h the meeting could be canceled.
Motion Motion by Wong and seconded by Miller to receive and file.
Motion carried 5-0.
COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS - None
ADJOURNMENT
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Susan Rush
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Hernandez to adjourn the
meeting at 12:33 a.m. Motion carried 5 — 0.
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