11-17-2015 - Regular Meeting - MinutesCITY OF WEST COVINA
CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY NOVEMBER 17, 2015, 7:00 PM
REGULAR MEETING
CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS
1444 W. GARVEY AVENUE SOUTH
WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA 91790
MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Fredrick Sykes called the meeting to order at 7:08 p.m.
INVOCATION — Led by Pastor Kelly Dupee
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Led by Councilmember Wong
ROLLCALL
Present: Mayor Sykes, Mayor Pro Tern Toma,
Councilmembers Spence, Warshaw, Wong
Absent: Councilmember Warshaw
REPORTING OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Sykes announced that closed would take place after the regular City Council meeting.
CHANGES TO THE AGENDA
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PRESENTATIONS
Mayor Sykes introduced Aline Brosh McKenna, Executive Producer and Co -Creator of "Crazy
Ex -Girlfriend" and presented Ms. Brosh and the CW, CBS Executives and the cast of "Crazy Ex -
Girlfriend" a Key to the City.
City Manager Chris Freeland introduced Susie Perez, as the new Senior Center Recreation
Services Supervisor.
Mayor Sykes recognized Veteran Wall Volunteers Glenn Kennedy and Andy McIntyre for their
contributions to the Veterans Wall. (Andy McIntyre was not present).
City Manager Freeland addressed concerned received regarding the business Hustler Hollywood.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Five (5) minutes per sneaker
Ashley Rozatti, representing Assemblyman Roger Hernandez, announced upcoming events
hosted by the Assembly Member.
Raquel Ayala, West Covina resident, spoke in opposition to Hustler Hollywood coming into the
City and lack of grocery stores in the community.
William Elliott, West Covina resident, spoke on the 2°d Amendment and the right to bear arms.
Elsie Messman, West Covina resident, thanked the Veterans Wall Committee and litigation filed
by former employee,
Phil Moreno, West Covina resident, addressed city reserves and litigation,
Sage Newman, representing Valley Light Industries, addressed the proposed award of contract
for janitorial services and the ramifications to the employees of Valley Light Industries if they
lose the contract.
Phil Kaufman, West Covina resident, thanked Mayor Sykes and Councilmember Wong for their
service to the City, spoke on Community Connects Program and several items listed on the
agenda.
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed under CONSENT CALENDAR are considered to be routine and can be acted on by one roll call
vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless members of the City Council/Community
Development Commission request specific items to be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion or
action.
APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES (receive & file)
1) June 2, 2015 Regular City Council Closed Session Meeting Minutes
June 2, 2015 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
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June 16, 2015 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes
June 16, 2015 Regular City Council Closed Session Meeting Minutes
July 7, 2015 Regular City Council/Successor Agency Closed Session Meeting
Minutes
Motion by Warshaw and seconded by Wong to receive and file. Motion carried 5-0 by the
following vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
CLAIMS AGAINST THE CITY
2) Government Tort Claim Denials (receive & file)
It is recommended that the City Council deny the following Government Tort claims and
the claimants and/or their respective attorneys be notified:
Norma Ortiz vs. City of West Covina
Angela Pinzon vs. City of West Covina
Nicholas Tardif vs. City of West Covina
Charlie Yee vs. City of West Covina
Motion by Warshaw and seconded by Wong to deny the following Government Tort claims and
that the claimants and/or their respective attorneys be notified. Motion carried 5-0 by the
following vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION
3) Repeal of Ordinance No. 2256 Prohibiting Approvals for the Operation of Adult
Oriented Businesses
This ordinance was introduced at the West Covina City Council meeting of October 20,
2015. City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2283 during the Council meeting of October
20, 2015, revising the standards in the Municipal Code for Adult Oriented
Businesses. The purpose of Ordinance No. 2284 is to repeal Ordinance No. 2256 which
repeals the current moratorium on the approval of Adult Oriented Businesses.
The ordinance will take effect 30 days after its adoption on November 17, 2015.
It is recommended that the City Council waive further reading and adopt the following
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ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2284 - AN ORDINACE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING ORDINANCE NO. 2256
PROHIBITING APPROVALS FOR THE OPERATION OF ADULT ORIENTED
BUSINESSES
Motion by Warshaw and seconded by Wong to approve as presented. Motion carried 5-0 by the
following vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
4) Ordinance Adopting Article XI (Local Officer Elections) of Chapter 2
(Administration) Relating to City Officer Election Recounts
This ordinance was introduced at the West Covina Special City Council meeting of
October 27, 2015. The purpose of this ordinance is to encourage residents to run for local
office and reduce the potential impacts to the City and its citizens of inaccurate vote
counting. The City wishes to establish an ordinance allowing the City to reimburse the
costs of recounts in any election involving city officials where the margin of victory for
the winning candidate over the losing candidate for a single seat is less than one-half of
one percent of the ballots cast.
The ordinance will take effect 30 days after its adoption on November 17, 2015.
It is recommended that the City Council waive further reading and adopt the following
ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2285 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, ADDING ARTICLE XI (LOCAL OFFICER
ELECTIONS) OF CHAPTER 2 RELATING TO CITY OFFICER ELECTION
RECOUNTS
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration.
Councilman Spence expressed concerns with ongoing repeated costs to the City for recounts
with the victory margin as proposed and suggested the margin be lowered. Lengthy discussion
followed.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Warshaw waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No.
2285. Motion carried 4-1 by the following vote:
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AYES:
Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
Spence
ABSENT:
None
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5) Award of Bid for Amar Road Rehabilitation (Federal Project No. STPL-5259
(026)/City Project No. SP-13110)
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
Establish City Project No. SP-13110 Amar Road Rehabilitation; and
2. Accept the bid of All American Asphalt of Corona, California, in the amount of
$679,732 as submitted at the bid opening on November 3, 2015, and authorize the
City Manager and City Clerk to execute an agreement with All American Asphalt for
the work to be done; and
3. Accept the Federal Surface Transportation Program Local grant in the amount of
$740,000 and appropriate revenue budget to Account No. 140.80.7005.7200; and
4. Appropriate $106,505 in Measure R unappropriated funds to City Project No. SP-
13110 (224.80.7005.7200).
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration.
Councilmember Wong brought forth a transposition of numbers in the bid amount ($679,732
transposed to $697,732) which therefore, affected contingencies and the Measure R
appropriation.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Spence to approve with corrections. Motion carried 5-0 by
the following vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
TRAFFIC COMMITTEE MEETING MINUTES (accept & file)
6) September 15, 2015 Traffic Committee Minutes
I. Request:
Yaser Nary, West Covina Resident
That parking on the south side of Workman Avenue from 1950 E. Workman Avenue
to Hollenbeck Street be restricted over -night parking from Sunday through Saturday,
during the hours of 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.
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Traffic Committee Recommendation:
That Parking on the south side of Workman Avenue from 1950 E. Workman Avenue
to Hollenbeck Street be restricted over -night parking from Sunday through Saturday,
during the hours of 12:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.
11. Request:
Stephanie Carter, Property Manager
That no parking on street sweeping days be implemented on the south side of Aroma
Drive from Donna Beth Avenue to Abrazo Drive and on the eastside of Donna Beth
Avenue from Calico Drive to Aroma Drive, every second and fourth Thursday of each
month from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Traffic Committee Recommendation:
That no parking on street sweeping days be implemented on the south side of Aroma
Drive from Donna Beth Avenue to Abrazo Drive and on the castside of Donna Beth
Avenue from Calico Drive to Aroma Drive, every second and fourth Thursday of each
month from 7:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration.
Councilman Spence addressed parking issues due to the Cal Trans work on the freeway which
has caused residents to park on neighboring streets, restricting parking, and notification to
residents of restrictive parking. Council discussion ensued regarding a notification policy and
parking issue that are only temporary due work such as the Cal Trans project.
Motion by Spence and seconded by Wong to table the item. Motion carried 5-0 by the following
vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
TREASURER'S REPORT (receive & file)
7) City Treasurer's Report for the Month Ended September 30, 2015
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the report.
Motion by Warshaw and seconded by Wong to receive and file. Motion carried 5-0 by the
following vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
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CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE
8) Requests to Pursue Criminal and/or Civil Charges Against Former Employees
It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the report.
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration.
Councilman Spence initiated discussion regarding the settlement agreements, lack of existing
agreement and pursuing to recover costs.
Motion by Warshaw and seconded by Toma to receive and file the report. Motion carried 4-1 by
the following vote:
AYES:
Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
Spence
ABSENT:
None
COMMUNITY SERVICES DEPARTMENT
9) Support for the 2016 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the Community Services Department to
allow the Los Angeles Homeless Services Authority to utilize the Cameron Community
Center as a Deployment Site for the 2016 Greater Los Angeles Homeless Count.
Motion by Warshaw and seconded by Wong to approve. Motion carried 5-0 by the following
vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
10) Maverick Field Lighting Project
It is recommended that the City Council approve the proposal of the West Covina
Baseball Dukes to replace the existing lighting at Maverick Field and waive any permit
fees associated with the project.
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration.
Councilmember Wong inquired as to who will decide which of the two proposed options the
Dukes will fund, City's liability if default on the project, and glare into backyard of neighboring
homes.
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Cameron Saylor, representing Dukes Baseball, addressed concerns.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Warshaw to approve. Motion carried 5-0 by the following
vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
11) Award of Contract for Recreation Software to Dash Platform Software
It is recommended that the City Council award a 3-year contract to DASH Platform in the
amount not to exceed $40,151 to provide recreation management software services.
Motion by Warshaw and seconded by Wong to approve. Motion carried 5-0 by the following
vote:
AYES: Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
12) Budget Amendments
It is recommended that the City Council approve the following proposed budget
amendments:
Un-appropriate Proposition C Funds in the amount of $265,000 and appropriate fund
balance from the Proposition A Fund in the amount of $265,000 in expenditures
(Account# 121.51.5147.7170); and
2. Appropriate fund balance from the Proposition A Fund in the amount of $1,200 in
expenditures (Account# 121.51.5140.6087); and
3. Appropriate fund balance from the Park Dedication Fee "F" Fund in the amount of
$1,092 in expenditures (Account# 175.80.7004.7700).
Motion by Warshaw and seconded by Wong to approve. Motion carried 5-0 by the following
vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
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13) Approval of a New Position Class Specification for Accounting Technician
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
RESOLUTION NO. 2015-76 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE CLASS
SPECIFICATION FOR ACCOUNTING TEC14NICIAN
Motion by Warshaw and seconded by Wong to adopt Resolution No. 2015-76. Motion carried
5-0 by the following vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
POLICE DEPARTMENT
14) Private Grant from Target for "Shop with a Cop' Program
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the appropriation of the $1,600 "Shop
with a Cop private grant from Target into 221.31.4864 (revenues) and 221.3 1.3 110.6220
(expenditures).
Motion by Warshaw and seconded by Wong to approve. Motion carried 5-0 by the following
vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
15) 2015-16 Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Account (SLESA) Funds
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1. Appropriate the 2015-2016 Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Account
(SLESA) funds, totaling an estimated $169,441, as follows:
• $50,000 into Account# 155.31.3110.5112 for one supplemental part-time Sergeant
position
• $40,000 into Account# 155.31.3110.6120 for Lexipol and Graffiti Tracker services
• $39,441 into Account# 155.31.3110.6220 for police supplies including
surveillance items, specialized ammunition, and tactical supplies
• $40,000 into Account# 155.31.3110.7160 for Patrol bulletproof vests; and
2. Authorize the addition of one part-time Sergeant position (0.5 FTE), to exist as long
as grant funding remains; and
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3. Authorize the transfer of any remaining balance of previously appropriated SLESA
funds between accounts for personnel, supplies, and equipment in order to expedite
expenditures that must be completed by the end of this fiscal year.
Motion by Warshaw and seconded by Wong to approve. Motion carried 5-0 by the following
vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
16) Funds from Regional Task Force for Police Projects
It is recommended that the City Council authorize the appropriation of the $397239.49
received from the Regional AB 109 Task Force (through the City of Gardena) into
accounts 110.31.3110.4576 (revenues) and 110.31.3110.7160 (expenditures) for Police
Department facilities repair costs.
Motion by Warshaw and seconded by Wong to approve. Motion carried 5-0 by the following
vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
PUBLIC WORKS
17) Ratify Service Agreement with UniFirst Corporation to Provide Uniform Rental and
Cleaning
It is recommended that the City Council ratify a services agreement with UniFirst
Corporation in the total amount of $44,800 through August 31, 2019, for the rental and
cleaning of uniforms for the Maintenance Division of the Public Works Department as per
the Maintenance and Crafts Association Memorandum of Understanding (MOU).
Motion by Warshaw and seconded by Wong to approve. Motion carried 5-0 by the following
vote:
AYES: Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
18) Award of Contract for Janitorial Services at Civic Center and City Buildings and
Facilities
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
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1. Award a contract to Golden Touch Cleaning in the amount not to exceed $244,452 to
provide janitorial services for City Hall, West Covina Service Group, Police
Department, Police Jail, Communications Building, City Maintenance Yard,
Cameron Community Center, Cortez Senior Center, Palm View Recreation Center,
and Shadow Oak Recreation Center; and
2. Authorize City Manager and City Clerk to execute an agreement with Golden Touch
Cleaning for the services; and
3. Appropriate $76,568 from General Fund anticipated Fiscal Year 2014-2015 year-end
surplus to cover the shortfall in funding for Fiscal Year 2015-2016.
This item was removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration.
Council discussion included notification process and whether current contractor was properly
notified.
Motion by Warshaw and seconded Toma to hold item over for further discussion with staff as to
how notifications were done and to whom. Motion carried 5-0 by the following vote:
AYES: Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
19) Allocation of Surplus Funds from Fiscal Year 2014-2015 for Fleet Maintenance
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1. Approve an emergency Purchase Order to Performance Truck Repair in the amount
of $27,573.49 for the repairs to Fire Apparatus (F-12); and
2. Authorize staff to issue a Purchase Order to Performance Truck Repair in the amount
of $50,000 for the remainder of Fiscal Year 2015-2016; and
3. Allocate funds from the anticipated Fiscal Year 2014-2015 budget surplus in the
amount of $150,000 to the Fleet Management operating budget (Account No.
365.41.4170.6329) for the repair and maintenance of Fire Department and other City
vehicles.
Motion by Warshaw and seconded by Wong to approve. Motion carried 5-0 by the following
vote:
AYES: Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
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RECESS — Mayor Sykes called for a recess at 9:05 p.m. The City Council meeting reconvened
at 9:15 p.m. with all members present.
Agenda Item 25 was moved forward by the consensus of Council due to the interest of the
members of the audience.
(Per City of West Covina Standing Rules 4.f- Requests far reports, studies, or investigations that are not readily
available must be placed on the City Council/Community Development Commission agenda as items of business and
must be approved by a majority of the City Council/Community Development Commission)
MAYOR PRO TEM .LAMES TOMA
25) Request from Mayor Pro Tern James Toma Requesting the City Council's
Consensus to Instruct City Staff to Seek New Grocery Stores Opportunities in West
Covina
It is recommended that the City Council direct staff accordingly.
Mayor Pro Tem Toma initiated discussion of the item which included retention of grocery stores,
sites for stores, filling vacant lots, whether to prioritize the efforts to bring such businesses to the
city and economic demographics of the city as to types of stores that will locate in the city.
Mayor Pro Tent Toma clarified that his request was to hold a discussion as to what can be done
to bring grocery stores into the city and to hear what the residents would like.
No action was taken on this item.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
HEARINGS
PUBLIC HEARINGS
20) Code Amendment No. 14-02 and Adoption of Development Impact Fees
It is recommended that the City Council hold the public hearing and introduce the
following ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2286 - AN ORDINANCE OF ]'HE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER 17 (PLANNING) OF
THE WEST COVINA MUNICIPAL CODE TO ADD ARTICLE IV TO ESTABLISH
STANDARDS FOR DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEES
It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution:
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RESOLUTION NO. 2015-81 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING DEVELOPMENT IMPACT
FEES
Mayor Sykes announced the Public Hearing matter, Assistant City Clerk Conde verified that
proper legal notice was given and Mayor Sykes opened the Public Hearing.
Planning Director Jeff Anderson presented the staff report. Council discussed the timing of the
matter with the second reading being held on the evening the Council reorganizes with new
Council Members.
Mayor Sykes opened up the Public Testimony portion of the hearing.
Craig Mellcher, West Covina resident, expressed his concerns.
George Ogden, West Covina resident, commented and had questions.
With no one wishing to speak, Mayor Sykes closed the Public Testimony.
Motion by Toma and seconded by Warshaw to introduce Ordinance No. 2286 and to adopt
Resolution No. 2015-81 as presented. Motion carried 4-1 by the following vote:
AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES: Spence
ABSENT: None
DEPARTMENTAL REGULAR MATTERS
FINANCE DEPARTMENT
21) Business License Operations Management & Compliance
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
In accordance with Municipal Code Chapter 2, Article VII, Division 2, Sec. 2-330
(c), which states that professional services shall be exempt from all formal and
informal bidding procedures, approve the agreement for HdL Software, LLC (HdL)
to provide the City with Business License Compliance and Operations Management
Services along with Consulting Services for a Business Tax Analysis and Ordinance
Review; and
2. Approve the reclassification of the Business License Inspector to Accounting
Technician and eliminate the job classification of Business License Inspector.
Finance Director Buhagiar present the staff report.
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Motion by Wong and seconded by Spence to approve. Motion carried 5-0 by the following vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
POLICE DEPARTMENT
22) Extension of Foreclosure Properties Ordinance
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
1. Extend the Foreclosure Ordinance beyond December 2015 for an additional three
years; and
2. Introduce, give first reading, and waive further reading of the following proposed
ordinance:
ORDINANCE NO. 2287 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, EXTENDING THE TERMS AND
PROVISIONS OF ORDINANCE NO. 2238 FOR AN ADDITIONAL PERIOD OF
THREE YEARS, AMENDING CHAPTER 15 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO
REQUIRE REGISTRATION, MAINTENANCE AND SECURITY OF
PROPERTIES IN FORECLOSURE
Police Captain Murray presented the staff report.
Council discussion included ramifications of letting current ordinance expire, why current
ordinance has an expiration time period of three years, pros and cons of extending ordinance
indefinitely or with a sunset clause, and crime statistics in areas with high foreclosure.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Toma to introduce an ordinance to extend the provisions
indefinitely instead of for three years. . Motion failed 2-3 by the following vote:
AYES: Toma, Wong,
NOES: Spence, Warshaw, Sykes
ABSENT: None
Motion by Spence and seconded by Sykes to extend the Foreclosure Ordinance for an additional
three years as recommended by staff. Motion carried 5-0 by the following vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
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SUCCESSOR AGENCY
Mayor Sykes recessed the City Council meeting at 1 1:07 p.m. to convene the Successor Agency.
The City Council meeting reconvened at 11:09 p.m. with all members present.
MAYOR/COUNCILMEMBERS REPORTS
COUNCILMAN MIKE SPENCE
23) Transparency in Negotiations Ordinance (COIN)
It is recommended that the City Council consider whether it wishes to pursue an ordinance
including some or all aspects of various ordinances adopted by other public entities
concerning labor negotiations, and if so, to give direction to staff.
Council engaged with City Attorney Barlow regarding the pros and cons of pursuing a COIN
ordinance and the impacts of SB 331, known as CRONEY law.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Spence to have staff bring forth a COIN policy for Council
consideration. Motion carried4-1 by the following vote:
AYES:
Spence, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
Toma
ABSENT:
None
COUNCILMEMBER COREY WARSHAW
24) Process for Design Modifications to Glendora Avenue
It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions:
Establish a capital improvement project for the design and construction of Glendora
Avenue Modifications; and
2. Authorize staff to send out a Request for Proposals (RFP to hire a consulting firm to
develop street plans to redesign Glendora Avenue as a "Ramblas."
Councihnember Warshaw introduced the item and his request for modifications to Glendora
Avenue; and to begin the process prior to completion of the General Plan Update.
Motion by Wong and seconded by Toma to approve. Motion carried 5-0 by the following vote:
AYES:
Spence, Toma, Warshaw, Wong, Sykes
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
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AB1234 Conference and Meeting Report (verbal, if any)
(In accordance with AB 1234, Councilmembers shall make a brief report or file a written report on any
meeting/event/conference attended at City expense.)
Councilman Spence reported on his attendance at the Contract Cities conference.
Councilmembers Wong and Warshaw reported on their attendance at a meeting at the Los
Angeles County Registrar Recorder to observe their automated election counting process.
CITY COUNCIL REQUESTS FOR REPORTS, STUDIES OR INVESTIGATION
(Per City of West Covina Standing Rules 4 f - Requests for reports, studies, or investigations that are not readily
available must be placed on the City Council/Community Development Commission agenda as items of business and
must be approved by a majority of the City Council/Community Development Commission.)
MAYOR PRO TEM JAMES TOMA
25) Request from Mayor Pro Tern James Toma Requesting the City Council's
Consensus to Instruct City Staff to Seek New Grocery Stores Opportunities in West
Covina
It is recommended that the City Council direct staff accordingly.
This item was moved and heard after Agenda Item 19.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Sykes adjourned the regular City Council meeting at 11:44 p.m. in memory of George
Stewart and Sabrina Costello and announced that the City Council would convene in the City
Manager's Conference room to conduct the Closed Session regular meeting.
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CITY OF WEST COVINA
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY
TUESDAY NOVEMBER l 7, 2015, 7:00 PM
REGULAR MEETING - CLOSED SESSION
CITY MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM
1444 W. GARVEY AVENUE
WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA 91790
MINUTES
Mayor Sykes called to order the regular closed session meeting of the West Covina City
Council at 11:53 p.m. in the City Manager's Conference Room at City Hall, 1444 W. Garvey
Avenue, West Covina.
ROLL CALL
Present: Mayor Sykes, Mayor Pro Tern Toma
Councilmembers Spence, Warshaw, Wong
Others Present: Freeland, Bokosky, Barlow, Morales
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS ON THE AGENDA
None
CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8
Property: 1360 W. Garvey Avenue South
Agency Negotiator: Freeland
Negotiating Parties: Kirk Cartozian, Cartozian Associates
Under Negotiation: Terms of Lease
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CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL —EXISTING LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code & 54956.9(d W
Successor Agency to the Former West Covina Community Development Commission, et al. v.
Michael Cohen, et al. (Third District Court of Appeal Case No. C076510)
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION: INITIATION
OF LITIGATION
Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(dK4)
Number of Cases: One (1)
LIABILITY CLAIMS
Pursuant to Government Code �54956.95
Claimant: Lamar Martin
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code & 54957.6
City Negotiators: Freeland, Bokosky, Barlow
Employee Organizations
- W.C. Police Officers' Association
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Sykes adjourned the meeting at 12:33 a.m.
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