07-01-2008 - Regular Meeting - MinutesMINUTES
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL
July 1; 2008
Mayor Lane called to order the regular meeting of the West Covina City Council at 7:02 p.m in the City
Hall Council Chambers, 1444 W. Garvey Avenue, West Covina.
INVOCATION
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
Absent:
Pastor Kelly Dupee
Faith Community Church
Councilmember Herfert
Mayor Lane, Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez
Councilmembers Herfert, Touhey
Councilmember Sanderson
REPORTING OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
None
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
PRESENTATIONS: Mayor Lane, and City Manager presented Assistant City Manager
Artie Fields with a Resolution of Commendation for over 10 years
of service with the City of ' West Covina. Fields has been
appointed as City Manager for the City of Salinas, California.
Ronnie Jones, NAACP, presented. Artie Fields with a plaque
recognizing him for his dedication and involvement with the San
Gabriel NAACP.
Field .Representative for Assemblyman Hernandez presented Artie
Fields with a Certificate of Recognition.
Mayor Lane presented Ted Hamachi with a Certificate of
Recognition as a long-time resident and local business owner who
has volunteered for over 32 years at Hurst Ranch as a farmer and
landscaper.
Mayor Lane presented Michelle McNeill, Community Services
Director, a proclamation designating July as Parks and Recreation
Month.
Community Director McNeill presented a PowerPoint presentation
on Big League Dreams highlighting the one-year statistics. Ms.
McNeill also introduced Adrian Williams, General Manager of Big
League Dreams.
City Attorney Alvarez-Glasman took his seat at 7:35 p.m. at the dais relieving Deputy City Attorney
Nichols.
ANNOUNCEMENTS None.
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ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mike Miller Mike Miller, representing the Chamber of Commerce, addressed
the Chamber of Commerce funding contract and expressed the
Chambers' desire for a continued partnership with the city.
Shirley Buchanan Shirley Buchanan, West Covina resident, thanked the Council for
the ordinance and resolution relating to sex offenders; addressed
safety issues at Big League Dreams; addressed the golf course
award of bid; and asked whether Charter Communications could
provide a community service agreement and not charge the city for
televising City Council and Planning Commission meetings.
Royall Brown Royall Brown, West Covina resident, commented on the golf
course award of bid and objected to being on the consent calendar;
and addressed the decision made today by the Upper San Gabriel
Municipal Water District.
Elsie Messman Elsie Messman, West Covina resident, addressed recent budget
reductions; proposed golf course project at Big League Dreams
site; inquired about monies received from Big League Dreams; and
cancellation of broadcasting of council meetings; expressed her
opinion of the Discover newsletter; and sale of property at the Big
League Dreams site.
Lloyd Johnson Lloyd Johnson, West Covina resident, stated his support of
Veterans and Memorial Day events.
Joanne Wilner Joanne, Wilner, West Covina resident, expressed concern with the
elimination of the broadcasting of meetings; addressed proposed
vending machine contract; suggested development of bike paths
within the City; addressed items on the consent calendar not up for
discussion but with alternative recommendations; and expressed
objection to selling any of the land slated for a gof course.
Alvin Love Alvin Love, West Covina resident, urged Council to reject bids on
the proposed golf course and requested Council reconsider re-
broadcasting meetings.
Fred Sykes Fred Sykes, West Covina resident, spoke in opposition to
development of a golf course at Big League Dreams; addressed
recent budget decisions and budget status; addressed revenue
issues surrounding BLD.
Dana Sykes Dana Sykes, West Covina resident, congratulated Artie Fields on
his promotion; expressed opposition to awarding a contract for a
golf course and supported staff recommended alternatives; and
opposed the elimination of broadcasting meetings.
Ken_Trinh Ken Trinh, West Covina resident, requested assistance of Council
in addressing a residential location operating a foster home for
children. Submitted a petition from neighbors and photos of the
residential location.
Irene Fleck Irene Fleck, West Covina resident, promoted upcoming library
events.
Bernie Wilner Bernie Wilner, West Covina resident; addressed cancellation of TV
and Internet coverage of Council meetings; spoke in support of the
golf course project but is concerned about the cost; and supported
the alternative to construct a train facility if financially viable.
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Bruce Leinbach Bruce Leinbach, West Covina resident, offered condolences to
Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez on the loss of his father; congratulated
Artie Fields on his promotion; addressed cancellation of council
meetings over cable television; addressed commercial development
at the Big League Dreams site and opposed the golf course
development without first determining that the adjacent
commercial center will be a success.
Alfred Williams Alfred Williams, West Covina resident, spoke in opposition to
cancellation of Council meetings and suggested the City compare
costs of .producing the" Discover newsletter to the televising of
meetings.
City Manager Pasmant addressed security measures at Big League
Dreams; reduction of Discover newsletter and budget reductions
which included the elimination of City cable and broadcasting of
meetings. Pasmant also addressed the City's financial investment
of Big League Dreams and the commercial development.
Councilmembers addressed comments made by residents during
Oral Communications and recent budget decisions and the state of
the economy.
CONSENT CALENDAR Items removed from the Consent Calendar
Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez requested Items D-4a and D-4d be
pulled for separate'consideration.
D-1 City Council Meeting Minutes (receive & file)
Minutes • Special Meeting of March 4, 2008
• Regular Meeting of March 4, 2008
D-2 Commission Summary of Actions (receive & file)
Commission Summaries a) Community Services 05/13/08
b) Human Resources 04/09/08
c) Senior Citizens 04/24/08 & 05/22/08
Ordinance for Adoption (waive reading & adopt)
Ordinance Imposing Residency Requirements and Loitering
Prohibitions on Registered Sex Offenders
D-3 ORDINANCE NO. 2178 — AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY
Ordinance No. 2178 COUNCIL OF THE .CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING THE WEST COVINA MUNICIPAL CODE
REPEALING SECTION 15-19 IN ITS ENTIRETY AND BY
ADDING A NEW SECTION 15-19 TO INCLUDE RESIDENCY
AND LOITERING RESTRICTIONS FOR SEX OFFENDERS
Award of Bid
The following item was removed from the consent calendar for
separate consideration.
Award of Bid for Golf Course and Related Infrastructure and
D-4a Facilities (Project No. BP-08314)
Golf Course Bid Recommendation is that the City Council reject all proposals and
direct staff to study other development options specifically item
numbers 5 and 6 under alternatives of the staff report.
Award of Bid for the Custodial Maintenance and Janitorial
Services of the Civic Center Buildings, Community Education
Center, Fire Administration and Cameron Gym (Project No.
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D-4b 0108-A)
Janitorial Contract Bid Recommendation is that the City Council:
1. Reject the bids as submitted on June 12, 2008 for custodial
maintenance and janitorial services of the Civic Center
buildings, Community Education Center, Fire . Administration
and the Cameron Gym, and
2. Accept a five-year extension to the amended contract with
Come Land Maintenance 'that includes a reduction in
maintenance services from five days to four day a week for the
City Hall and Fire Administration buildings with an annual
amount of $110,004 and authorize the Public Works
Director/City Engineer and City Clerk to execute an agreement
for the work to be performed..
Award of Bid for Landscape Maintenance Contract for
D-4c Maintenance District Nos. 1, 2, and 4 — Amendment No. 1
MD 1, MD 2, MD 4 Recommendation is that the City Council:
1. Reject the bids as submitted on March 11, 2008 for the
landscape maintenance of Maintenance District Nos. 1, 2 and
4.
2. Approve a five-year contract extension to Azteca Landscape of
Ontario effective July 1, 2008 with a 3.1 percent increase to
the current contract amount for landscape maintenance
services and authorize the Public Works Director/City
Engineer and City Clerk to execute such contract.
The following item was removed from the consent calendar for
separate consideration.
Award of Bid for Vending Machines in City Facilities and Parks
D-4d (RFP No. 0408-A)
Vending Machines Contract Recommendation is that the City Council accept the bid of
California Vending Services and authorize the Community
Services Director to execute an agreement with California Vending
Services for vending machine services at various City facilities and
park sites.
D-5 Traffic Committee Meeting Minutes of June 17, 2008
Traffic Committee Minutes Recommendation is that the City Council take the following
actions:
a. Accept and file the following minutes of the Traffic
Commission meeting held on June 17, 2008.
I. City Initiated
That speed limits within the school safety zones be reduced
from 25 miles per hour to 15 miles per hour.
Traffic Committee'Recommendation:
That the following resolution to reduce the speed limit on
streets adjacent to schools from 25 'miles per hour to 15 miles
per hour when children are going to and leaving the school be
approved.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY , COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, REDUCING THE
SPEED LIMIT ON RESIDENTIAL STREETS ADJACENT
TO SCHOOLS
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II. Shane Parker, West Covina resident
That speed humps be installed on the alley between Merced
Place and Michelle Street east of Glendora Avenue.
Traffic Committee Recommendation:
That speed humps be installed on the alley between Merced
Place and Michelle Street east of Glendora Avenue with the
appropriate warning signs.
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b. Adopt the.following resolution:
Reso No. 2008-43 RESOLUTION NO. 2008-43 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
REDUCING THE SPEED LIMIT ON RESIDENTIAL STREETS
ADJACENT TO SCHOOLS
D-6 City Treasurer's Report (receive & file)
Treasurer's Report Report for the Month of May 2008
Miscellaneous — Risk Management
Payment of FY 2008-09 Excess Liability Insurance Coverage and
Approval of Continued Membership with the Big Independent
D-7a Cities Excess Pool (BICEP)
BICEP Insurance Coverage Recommendation is that the City Council:
1. Authorize payment of the City's 2008/09 excess liability
insurance coverage with the Big Independent Cities Excess
Pool (BICEP) in the amount of $335,547 to be paid from
account 361.15.1530.6411.
2. Approve West Covina's continued membership in BICEP for
an additional three years beginning July 1, 2008.
D-7b Payment of FY2008/09 Excess Workers' Compensation Insurance
Workers' Compensation Coverage
Recommendation is that the City Council authorize payment of the
City's 2008/09 Excess WorkersCompensation coverage with the
Big Independent Cities Excess Pool (BICEP) in the amount of
$61,931 to be paid from account 363.15.1530.6418.
Miscellaneous — Public Works Department
West Covina Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 — Setting of
2008-2009 Assessment Rate
D-7c Recommendation is that the City Council adopt the following
MD No. 1 Rates resolution, which includes a 3.5% rate increase from 11.42 cents to
11.652 cents per 100 dollars of assessed valuation.
Reso No. 2008-44 RESOLUTION NO. 2008-44 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
SETTING THE AMOUNT OF MONEY NECESSARY TO BE
RAISED FOR WEST COVINA LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT NO. 1 AND FIXING THE TAX RATE FOR SAID
MAINTENANCE 'DISTRICT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
BEGINNING JULY 1, 2008
D-7d j West Covina Landscape Maintenance District No. 2 - Setting of
MD No. 2 Rates 2008-2009 Assessment Rate
Recommendation is that the City Council adopt the following
resolution, which includes a 2% rate increase from 6.06 cents to
6.18 cents per 100 dollars of assessed valuation.
Reso No. 2008-45 RESOLUTION NO. 2008-45 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIAI
SETTING THE AMOUNT OF MONEY NECESSARY TO BE
RAISED FOR WEST COVINA LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE
DISTRICT NO. 2 AND FIXING THE TAX RATE FOR SAID
MAINTENANCE DISTRICT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR
BEGINNING JULY 1, 2008
Miscellaneous — Community Services Department
D-7e Proposed "Go West" Fixed Route Change
Shuttle Route Change Recommendation is that' the City Council accept the
recommendation of the Community Services Commission to
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approve the proposed change to the Green Line on the Go West
fixed route effective September 1, 2008.
Miscellaneous — Human Resources
D-7f PERS Service Credit for Department Heads
PERS Credit for Dept. Heads Recommendation is that the City Council:
1. Approve the PERS Resolution authorizing two years of service
credit for eligible members;
2. Approve the PERS certification document that the City is in
compliance with Government Code Section 20903, which
describes the criteria for the recommended Resolution; and
3. Approve the designation period for eligible employees to retire
with two years of PERS service credit to be from June 18, 2008
to September 18, 2008.
Revised Salary Range for the Limited Services Classifications of
D-7g Day Care Teacher and Day Care Director
Day Care Teacher/Director Salary Recommendation is that the City Council approve salary
adjustments for the limited services positions of Day Care Teacher
and Day Care Director by the following resolution:
Reso No. 2008-46 RESOLUTION NO.. 2008-46 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
RELATED TO THE SALARY SCHEDULE FOR LIMITED
SERVICES CLASSIFICATIONS OF DAYCARE TEACHER
AND DAY CARE DIRECTOR AMENDING THE SALARY
SCHEDULE IDENTIFIED IN RESOLUTION NO. 2006-98 FOR
DAY CARE TEACHER AND DAY CARE DIRECTOR. THE
COMPENSATION OF THE OTHER LIMITED SERVICES
CLASSIFICATIONS IDENTIFIED IN RESOLUTION NO. 2006-
98 REMAIN THE SAME
Miscellaneous — Public Works Department
D-7h Water Conservation Implementation — Citywide
Water Conservation Recommendation is that the City Council adopt the following
resolution:
Reso No. 2008-47 RESOLUTION NO. 2008-47 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
FINDING THAT A WATER SHORTAGE EXISTS AND
IMPLEMENTING A VOLUNTARY WATER CONSERVATION
PROGRAM TO REDUCE WATER CONSUMPTION
CONSENT CALENDAR ACTION Motion by Herfert and second by Hernandez to waive further
reading of the resolutions/ordinance and adopt, and approve all
items as recommended except Item D-4a and D-4d. Motion
carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: Herfert, Hernandez, Touhey, Lane
ABSENT: Sanderson
Item D-4a Award of Bid for Golf Course and Related Infrastructure and
Facilities (Project No. BP-08314)
Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez supported staff
recommendation to reject all proposals. . Hernandez stated that
during these difficult economic times, now is not the time to spread
ourselves any thinner.
Motion Councilmember Touhey concurred and made .a motion to approve
Alternative No. 4 — Reject all bids and indefinitely postpone the
golf course development. Motion seconded by Hernandez..
Motion carried by 4 — 0.
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Item D-4d Award of Contract for Vending Machines in City Facilities and
Parks (RFP No. 0408-A)
Mayor Pro Tem Hernandez spoke of his concerns with the
contents of the vending machine, opposed high sodium chips and
sodas and supported healthy snacks.
Community Services Manager Lyndel addressed the
products in the vending machines. Councilmember Touhey
supported the contract as proposed.
Motion Motion by Touhey and seconded by Herfert to accept the
bid of California Vending. Services and authorize the Community
Services Director to execute an agreement with California Vending
Services for vending machine services at City facilities and park
sites. Motion carried by 3 —1 (Hernandez No).
PUBLIC HEARINGS
Appeal Hearing
Appeal of Reconsideration of Precise Plan No. 08-01, Condition
Regarding Street Repaving Fees
Location: 1211 E. Badillo
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Appellant: Mel Gaines — Faith Community Church
Request to Waive Fee
Mayor Lane announced the hearing matter and Assistant City
Clerk Rush verified that proper legal notice had been given.
Planning Director McIsaac presented the staff report outlining the
background of the parking lot project and approval condition
which requires a fee for future street rehabilitation work. The
parking lot project does not have a direct impact on Badillo as the
new parking area will be accessed from San Bernardino Rd. which
is under . the jurisdiction of Covina. Public Works Director
Yauchzee responded to questions regarding funding for street
paving.
Public testimony
Mayor Lane opened the public testimony portion of the hearing
and asked for public comments.
In Support
Pastor Kelly Dupee of Faith Community, requested the Council's
consideration to waive . the fees and pointed out the many
contributions Faith Community has provided to the city, which
included numerous volunteer hours to assist West Covina residents
and the use of their parking which the police department uses for
training for no fee. The waiving of the fees would also allow Faith
Community to expand their ministry and further serve the
community:
Alex Gonzales, West Covina resident and member of Faith
Community Church, stated the Church is a great asset to the City
and the street in West Covina will not be impacted with the
parking lot. With the benefits the church provides to the city he
felt it would be appropriate for the fees to waived.
Brian Don Levy, . West Covina resident and partner at Faith
Community Church, stated that with access on the Covina side of
the church, traffic will be lightened up on the West Covina side
and the money would be used to invest in the community through
the church.
In Opposition None
Close testimony There being no one else desiring to address the Council, Mayor
Lane closed the public testimony portion of the hearing.
Motion by Touhey and seconded by Herfert to approve and waive
the fees and overturn the Planning commission decision..
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Mayor Pro Tem Hernandez asked for clarification of the
motion and said . he would support staff s alternative
recommendation to reduce the fee by 50 percent due to economic
times and would support a 100 percent waiver if we could afford it.
Councilmember Touhey clarified the motion is to waive the fee.
Motion to overturn the Planning Commission decision and
waive the fees carried by 3-0-1 (Hernandez abstained).
Public Hearing
West Covina Auto Plaza Business Improvement District 2008=.
B-2 2009 Annual Report and Assessment
Auto Plaza Annual Report Mayor Lane announced the hearing matter and Assistant City
Clerk Rush verified that proper legal notice had been given..
Community Development Commission Management Analyst
Karina Gonzales presented the staff report. Assistant City Clerk
Rush verified that no written communications were received.
Public testimonv Mayor Lane opened the public testimony portion of the hearing
and asked for public comments.
Close testimonv There being no one wishing to address the council, Mayor Lane
closed the public testimony portion of the hearing.
Assistant City Clerk Rush presented:
Reso No. 2008-48 RESOLUTION NO. 2008-48 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
CONFIRMING THE ANNUAL REPORT FOR THE WEST
COVINA AUTO PLAZA BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT
DISTRICT AREA FOR FISCAL YEAR 2008-2009
Motion Motion by Touhey and seconded by Hernandez to waive further
reading of the resolution, read by title only. and adopt. Motion
carried by4-0.
Public Hearing
Amendment to the FY 2008-2009 Community Development
E-3 Block (CDBG) Action Plan
CDBG FY 2008/09 Action Plan Mayor Lane announced the hearing matter and Assistant City
Clerk Rush verified that proper legal notice had been given.
Community Services . Management Analyst McDonald presented
the staff report.
Public testimonv Mayor Lane opened the public testimony portion of the hearing
and asked for public comments.
Close testimonv There being no one wishing to address the Council, Mayor Lane
closed the public testimony portion of the hearing.
Motion Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to approve the
proposed amendment to the FY 2008-2009 CDBG Action Plan to
include $60,000 for the construction of wheelchair ramps at
various location's for handicap accessibility.- Motion carried 4-0.
Public Hearing
E-4 West Covina Citywide Sewer Service Charge
Citywide Sewer Service Charge Mayor Lane announced the hearing matter and Assistant City
Clerk Rush verified that proper legal notice had been given. Public
Works Director Yauchzee presented the staff report. Staff is
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recommending an increase of 18% for the FY 2008/09. Increased
costs are primarily due to an increase in State Water Board
unfunded mandates and raising street sweeping costs.
Assistant City Clerk Rush verified that three letters in opposition
had been received. Letters in opposition from Ms. Arlene Patton,
Pacific Plaza, and Prudent Investment Company were read into the
record.
Public testimony Mayor Lane opened the public testimony portion of the hearing
and asked for public comments.
Alex Gonzalez, West Covina resident, inquired into the Notice. of
Assessment Formula outlined in the public hearing notice and the
associated $1.4 million cost for the development of the Sewer
System Management Plan.
Royall Brown, West Covina resident, objected to a flat fee for all
users and submitted a notice from a neighboring city, which
distributed costs proportionately amongst users. Mr. Brown
requested a change to the system for fairness.
Close testimony There being no one else wishing to address the Council, Mayor
Lane closed the public testimony portion of the hearing.
Public Works Director Yauchzee responded that the $1.5 million
stated in the public hearing notice is projected revenue, not the cost
from the consultant for the development of the plan.
Assistant City Clerk Rush presented the following:
Resolution No. 2008-49 RESOLUTION NO. 2008-49 — A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA,
SETTING THE RATE AND AUTHORIZING THE
COLLECTION OF THE ANNUAL SEWER SERVICE CHARGE
THROUGH THE COUNTY TAX BILL
Motion Motion by Herfert and second by Touhey to waive further reading
of the resolution and adopt. Motion carried by 4 — 0.
Public Hearing
Declaration of Property Nuisance and Confirmation of the
Cost Report — Abandoned Property
E-5 Swimming Pool Abatement
Swimming Pool Nuisance Mayor .Lane announced the hearing matter and Assistant City
Clerk Rush verified that proper legal notice had been given. Public
Works Director Yauchzee presented the staff report.
Public testimony Mayor Lane opened the public testimony portion of the hearing
and asked for public comments.
Close testimony There being no one wishing to address the Council, Mayor Lane
closed the public testimony portion of the hearing.
Assistant City Clerk Rush presented the following Declaration:
THAT 1200 EAST SWANEE, LANE, WEST COVINA, A
SINGLE-FAMILY RESIDENCE, CONSTITUTES A PUBLIC
NUISANCE DUE TO THE CONDITION OF THE WATER IN
THE SWIMMING POOL AND IS SUBJECT TO ABATEMENT
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BY DRAINING THE SWIMMING POOL AND
CONFIRMATION OF COST REPORT
Motion Motion by Touhey and second by Herfert to approve the above
Declaration. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: Herfert, Hernandez, Touhey, Lane
ABSENT: Sanderson
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT COMMISSION
Mayor Lane recessed the City Council meeting at 9:28 p.m. to
convene the CDC. The City Council reconvened at 9:29 p.m. with
all members present except Councilmember Sanderson.
DEPARTMENTAL MATTERS
No reports for this meeting.
MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBERS REPORTS
Mayor Pro Tem Hernandez
H-1 City Co -Sponsored Veterans' Day and Memorial Day Events
Veterans' & Memorial Day Events Mayor Pro Tem Hernandez requested support to have a formal
event in collaboration with local Veterans groups in West Covina.
Motion Motion by Touhey and second by Herfert to co-sponsor Veterans'
and Memorial Day events with local Veterans organizations.
Motion carried by 4 — 0.
COUNCILMEMBERS' REQUEST FOR REPORTS, STUDIES OR INVESTIGATIONS
Councilmember Steve Herfert
Request from Councilmembef' Steve Herfert Seeking the City
Council's Consensus to Prepare a Resolution Opposing the
Proposed Congestion Pricing Plan (Toll Roads) Along
I-1 Interstate 10 and 210
Oppose Toll at 10/210 Freeways Motion by Herfert and second by Touhey to bring back a
resolution in opposition to the Proposed congestion pricing plan
(Toll Road) along Interstates 10 and 210.
Motion carried by 4 — 0.
Mayor Pro Tem Roger Hernandez
Request from Mayor Pro Tem Roger Hernandez Seeking the
City Council's Consensus to Instruct City Staff to Prepare a
Report Supporting SB1420 (Padilla) — Requiring Nutritional
I-2 Information on Menus and Menu Boards
SB1420 Menu Nutritional Info. Mayor Pro Tem Hernandez requested the consensus of the Council
to support the SB 1420 which. would require nutritional
information on menus and menu boards of those businesses, which
have a specific number of establishments within a specific region.
Councilmember Herfert stated he would not support the bill
as there is nutritional information available to consumers and there
is more important legislation issues that state should be looking at.
Councilmember Touhey also stated he would not support as this
would create an unfounded mandate to businesses during current
tough economic times
Motion Motion by Hernandez and seconded by Lane to have staff prepare
a report in support of SB 1420.
Motion failed 2 — 2 (Herfert, Touhey — No).
Mayor Pro Tem Roger Hernandez
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Request from Mayor Pro Tem. Roger Hernandez Seeking the
City Council's Consensus to Instruct Staff to Study the
I-3 Development of an Annual Multi -City Regional Bicycle Ride
Multi -City Regional Bike Ride Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez requested Council consensus to
support this request for the purpose of creating an awareness of
exercise of health. Hernandez stated officials from surrounding
cities have stated an interest and funding could be through
independent fund raising sources.
Motion Motion by Hernandez and seconded by Lane to have staff study
the development of an annual multi -city regional bicycle ride.
Motion failed 2 — 2 (Herfert, Touhey No).
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS
Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez requested to agendize reinstating the
televising of council meetings as he did not have an opportunity to
vote on this matter.
Mayor Pro Tern Hernandez thanked the resident for the
opportunity to attend the National Association of Latino Elected
Officials (NALEO) conference.
Councilmember Touhey requested the City Attorney look into the
recent investment loss of Ca1PERS with an investment through
LandSource Communities Development LLC. Touhey is
concerned with Ca1PERS doing speculative investment on
retirement funds and what can be done.
Councilmember Herfert inquired as to the process of Mayor Pro
Tern Hernandez' request to bring back televising council meetings
as the item was a component of the budget, not an individual item.
Herfert is concerned whether a request for reconsideration can be
requested by a member who was not present at the meeting in
which the action took place.
ADJOURNMENT Motion by Lane and seconded by Touhey.to adjourn the meeting in
memory of Mrs. Francis Fowler, long time resident and Raul
Guerrero owner of the Mariposa restaurant.
Motion by Herfert and seconded by Touhey to hold a
closed session meeting in the future to discuss personnel in the
City Manager's Office and the City Manager's performance
evaluation. Motion carried 3-1 (Hernandez no, ' does not feel
necessary at this time)
Submitted by:
As ista ify.Clerk.Susan Ru
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Mayor Sherri Lane
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