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03-06-2018 - Regular Meeting - MinutesCITY OF WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL TUESDAY MARCH 06, 2018, 6:00 PM REGULAR MEETING - CLOSED SESSION CITY MANAGER'S CONFERENCE ROOM 1444 W. GARVEY AVENUE SOUTH WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA 91790 MINUTES Mayor Spence called to order the regular closed session meeting of the West Covina City Council at 6:07 p.m. in the City Manager's Conference Room at City Hall, 1444 W. Garvey Avenue, West Covina, California. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Spence, Mayor Pro Tern Johnson, Councilmember Toma, Councilmember Warshaw, Councilman Wu Other Present: City Manager Chris Freeland, City Attorney Kimberly Hall Barlow, Assistant City Manager/Community Services Director Nikole Bresciani, Deputy City Manager Laura Biery, Human Resources Director Edward Macias, Police Chief Marc Taylor, Community and Economic Development Manager Paulina Morales PUBLIC COMMENTS ON ITEMS ON THE AGENDA None Tuesday March 06, 2018 CLOSED SESSION CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS Pursuant to Government Code ,§ 54956.8 Property: APN's: 8735-002-906, 8735-002-909, 8735-002-910, 8735-002-018 Agency Negotiator: Freeland, Bresciani, Morales, Hall Barlow Negotiating Parties: Singpoli, LLC Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d1(1) Freeman, et al. vs. City of West Covina (U.S. District Court Case No. 2:17,cv-03738) Jackson, et al. vs. City of West Covina (U.S. District Court Case No. CV-8963-MWF-MRW) PUBLIC SECURITY Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(a) Consultation with: City of West Covina Police Chief Marc Taylor CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS Pursuant to Government Code _§ 54957.6 City Negotiators: Freeland, Macias, Bresciani, Hall Barlow Employee Organizations - Confidential Employees - General Employees - Maintenance & Crafts Employees - Mid-Management Employees - Non-Sworn - W.C. Police Management Association - W.C. Police Officers' Association - W.C. Firefighters' Management Assoc. - W.C. Firefighters' Association, I.A.F.F., Local 3226 Unrepresented Employee Group - Department Heads ADJOURNMENT Mayor Spence adjourned the meeting at 7:01 p.m. Assistant Clerk initted. 4: .- i nc ,) 11Sdlia i1 Bü't1er, MMC Tuesday March 06, 2018 CITY OF WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY TUESDAY MARCH 06, 2018, 7:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1444 W. GARVEY AVENUE SOUTH WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA 91790 MINUTES CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Mike Spence called the meeting to order at 7:29 p.m. INVOCATION — Led by Chaplain Albert Aguilar from Citrus Valley Hospice PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Led by West Covina Girl Scout Troop No. 96704 and Troop No. 4054 ROLL CALL Present: Councilmember Torna, Couneilmernber Warshaw, Councilman Wu, Mayor Pro Tern Johnson, and Mayor Spence Staff Present: City Manager Chris Freeland, Assistant City Manager/ Community Services Director Nikole Bresciani, Deputy City Manager Laura Biery, City Attorney Kimberly Hall Barlow, Management Analyst Russell Narahara, Recreational Services Supervisor Susie Perez, Public Works Superintendent Micah Martin, City Treasurer Colleen Rozatti, Police Captain Doug Murray, Police Chief Marc Taylor, Planning Director Jeff Anderson, Public Works Director Chino Consunji, Assistant City Engineer Monica Heredia Tuesday March 06, 2018 REPORTING OUT FROM CLOSED SESSION City Attorney Hall Barlow indicated that no reportable action was taken. CHANGES TO THE AGENDA City Manager Freeland stated that City Attorney Hall Barlow had provided a revised resolution for Item No. 15 on the agenda. PRESENTATIONS Proclamation proclaiming March 12, 2018 as National Girl Scout Day Presentation recognizing West Covina Christian Church for donation to the 2017 Pumpkin Run West Covina High School Youth Council Update RECESS — Mayor Spence recessed the City Council meeting at 7:43 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 7:47 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Five (5) minutes per speaker Jeri Potras spoke in favor of the elimination of the elected City Clerk and City Treasurer positions and requested a public vote on the issue. Herb Redholtz shared his approval regarding the elimination of the elected City Clerk and City Treasurer positions with the stipulation that the daily duties of these positions be delegated to their respective departments. Nickolas Lewis spoke in favor of eliminating the elected City Clerk and City Treasurer positions and expressed that the elected positions are not necessary for their departments to operate. Shirley Buchanan spoke in favor of the elimination of the elected City Clerk position and she also expressed her opposition in eliminating the elected City Treasurer position. She also expressed her concerns regarding the high employee turnover in the Finance department. John Shewmaker expressed concerns regarding the City's budget and shared his concerns regarding the funding for drought tolerant plants in all Maintenance Districts. Elsie Messman shared her concerns regarding the drought tolerant landscaping in Maintenance District No. 4. She also shared that she was in opposition of eliminating the elected City Clerk and City Treasurer positions and indicated that these positions increased transparency within the City. 2 Tuesday March 06, 2018 Jesus Nuvoa shared his concerns regarding the recent installation of a red curb located at the intersection of Orange Avenue and Thelbom Street and requested that the City remove said curb and allow public parking on the aforementioned intersection. City Manager Freeland and Mayor Spence gave responses to speaker inquiries. Public Works Consunji gave further responses to Mayor Spence's inquiries regarding the Maintenance Districts. CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES (receive & file) 1) -November 14, 2017 Special City Council/Successor Agency Meeting Minutes -November 21, 2017 Regular City Council Closed Session Meeting Minutes -November 21, 2017 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes -January 8, 2018 Special City Council/Successor Agency Meeting Minutes -February 6, 2018 Regular City Council/Successor Agency Closed Session Meeting Minutes -February 6, 2018 Regular City Council/Successor Agency/Public Financing Authority Meeting Minutes -February 12, 2018 Special City Council Closed Session Meeting Minutes -February 20, 2018 Regular City Council Closed Session Meeting Minutes -February 20, 2018 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes -February 26, 2018 Special City Council Meeting - Homeless Plan A motion was made by Councilmember Warshaw and seconded by Councilman Wu to approve the aforementioned meeting minutes. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Tom, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None CLAIMS AGAINST THE CITY 2) Government Tort Claim Denials It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions: 1) Deny the following Government Tort Claims and the claimants be notified: • Emily Adams vs. The City of West Covina • Christine Kratochvil vs. The City of West Covina • Loretta McDowell vs. The City of West Covina 3 Tuesday March 06, 2018 2) Reject and return the following Government Tort Claim and the claimant be notified: • Alfredo Almanza A motion was made by Councilmember Warshaw and seconded by Councilman Wu to deny the aforementioned claims, as well as reject and return the claim from claimant Alfredo Almanza, and notify the claimants. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None ORDINANCES FOR ADOPTION 3) Code Amendment 16-02 Temporary Signs It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following ordinance: ORDINANCE NO. 2332 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, TO AMEND CHAPTER 26, ARTICLE VII OF THE WEST COVINA MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO SIGNS A motion was made by Councilmember Warshaw and seconded by Councilman Wu to adopt Ordinance No. 2332. Motion was carried by a vote of 3 .-2 with Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and Mayor Spence in opposition. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu NOES: Johnson, Spence ABSENT: None 4) Ordinances Amending West Covina Municipal Code Regarding Alarm Systems and a Resolution of the City Council of the City of West Covina, California, Amending the Fee and Fine Schedule for the City Alarm Program It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following ordinances: 1) ORDINANCE NO. 2335 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE IS NOT SUBJECT TO REVIEW UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT, REPEALING CHAPTER 4.5 (ALARM SYSTEMS) AND AMENDING THE WEST COVINA MUNICIPAL CODE WITH THE ADDITION OF A CHAPTER 4 (POLICE ALARM SYSTEMS) PERTAINING TO ALARM REGISTRATION, A REGULATORY SCHEME FOR ADMINISTERING AND MANAGING THE CITY'S RESPONSE TO ALARMS, FEES, FINES, APPEAL PROCESS, AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO 4 Tuesday March 06, 2018 2) ORDINANCE NO. 2336 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, FINDING THAT THIS ORDINANCE IS NOT SUBJECT TO REVIEW UNDER THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT AND AMENDING THE WEST COVINA MUNICIPAL CODE WITH THE ADDITION OF A CHAPTER 4.5 (FIRE ALARM SYSTEMS) PERTAINING TO ALARM REGISTRATION, A REGULATORY SCHEME FOR ADMINISTERING AND MANAGING THE CITY'S RESPONSE TO ALARMS, FEES, FINES, APPEAL PROCESS, AND PROVIDING OTHER MATTERS PROPERLY RELATING THERETO City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2335 and Ordinance No. 2336 with a vote of 3-2 with Councilman Wu and Mayor Spence in opposition. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Spence NOES: Wu, Spence ABSENT: None INVESTMENT REPORT (receive & file) 5) City Investment Report for the Month Ended January 31, 2018 It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the Investment Report for the month ended January 31, 2018. A motion was made by Councilmember Warshaw and seconded by Councilman Wu to receive and file the Investment Report for the month ended January 31, 2018. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 6) Successor Agency Investment Report for the Month Ended January 31, 2018 It is recommended that the Chair and Board Members of the Successor Agency to the former West Covina Redevelopment Agency, receive and file the Investment Report for the month ended January 31, 2018. A motion was given by Councilmember Warshaw and seconded by Councilman Wu to receive and file the Investment Report for the month ended January 31, 2018. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 5 Tuesday March 06, 2018 FINANCE DEPARTMENT 7) Award of Contract for Financial Consulting Services It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with Lance, Soil & Lunghard, LLP (LSL) to provide consulting services for an amount not to exceed $145,000, subject to City Attorney approval. A motion was given by Councilrnember Warshaw and seconded by Councilman Wu to execute a professional services agreement with Lance, Soli & Lunghard, LLP (LSL) to provide consulting services for an amount not to exceed $145,000, subject to City Attorney approval. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None POLICE DEPARTMENT 8) Asset Forfeiture for Police Supplies, Services, and a New Federal Task Force Officer It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions: 1) Authorize the addition of one sworn Officer position in the Police Department (funded by asset forfeiture, backfilling the assignment of a West Covina Police Officer to the U.S. Marshal Service Pacific Southwest Regional Fugitive Task Force), and authorize the City Manager to execute all agreements related to this task force; and 2) Adopt the following resolution authorizing the necessary budget amendment: RESOLUTION NO. 2018-19 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING A BUDGET AMENDMENT FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 2017, AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2018 (ASSET FORFEITURE FOR POLICE SUPPLIES, SERVICES, AND A NEW FEDERAL TASK FORCE OFFICER) A motion was given by Councilmember Warshaw and seconded by Councilman Wu to approve the aforementioned actions and adopt Resolution No. 2018-19. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 6 Tuesday March 06, 2018 PUBLIC WORKS 9) Freeway Maintenance Agreement with California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) It is recommended that the City Council authorize the Mayor to execute a Freeway Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans. Mayor Spence pulled item No. 9 for further discussion. City Manager Freeland gave an additional report regarding this item and stated that in the construction agreement between the City and Caltrans, Caltrans has a one week time frame to remove any graffiti that is found on the freeway. City Manager Freeland also shared that if there is an excessive amount of graffiti found on the nearest highway that certain measures will be taken by the City to ensure the vandalism is cleared in an expedient manner. Public Works Superintendent Martin shared that the City's graffiti abatement team will handle the removal of graffiti within the City's jurisdiction, provided that the employees have adequate access to the area affected. Mayor Spence expressed concerns regarding the speed and efficiency of Caltrans and requested for the Freeway Maintenance Agreement to also include regular maintenance on the City wall monuments as well. A motion was made by Mayor Spence and seconded by Couneilmember Warshaw to authorize the Mayor to execute a Freeway Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 10) Award of Contract for Drought Tolerant Landscaping Improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 1 - Project No. 18014 It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract for the installation of drought tolerant landscaping and water-wise irrigation improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 1 (LMD 1) with Merchants Landscape, Inc. in the amount not-to-exceed $105,700. Mayor Spence pulled Item No. 10 for further discussion. Public Works Director Consunji shared that the increase in overhead expenses was due to engineering staff time. 7 Tuesday March 06, 2018 A motion was made by Councilman Wu and seconded by Councilmember Toma to execute a contract for the installation of drought tolerant landscaping and water-wise irrigation improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 1 (LMD 1) with Merchants Landscape, Inc. in the amount not-to-exceed $105,700. Motion was carried by a vote of 3-2 with Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and Mayor Spence in opposition. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, NOES: Johnson, Spence ABSENT: None 11) Award of Contract for Drought Tolerant Landscaping Improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 2 - Project No.'s 18016 and 18017 It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract for the installation of drought tolerant landscaping and water-wise irrigation improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 2 (LMD 2) with Azteca Landscape, Inc. in the amount not-to-exceed $173,160. Mayor Spence pulled Item No. 11 for further discussion. A motion was given by Councilman Wu and seconded by Councilmember to execute a contract for the installation of drought tolerant landscaping and water-wise irrigation improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 2 (LMD 2) with Azteca Landscape, Inc. in the amount not-to-exceed $173,160. Motion was carried by a vote of 3-2 with Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and Mayor Spence in opposition. AYES: Torna, Warshaw, Wu, NOES: Johnson, Spence ABSENT: None 12) Award of Contract for Drought Tolerant Landscaping Improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 4 - Project No. 18021 It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract for the installation of drought tolerant landscaping and water-wise irrigation improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 4 (LMD 4) with Azteca Landscape, Inc. in the amount not-to-exceed $166,400. Mayor Spence pulled Item No. 12 for further discussion. A motion was given by Councilman Wu and seconded by Councilmember Toma to execute a contract for the installation of drought tolerant landscaping and water-wise irrigation improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 4 (LMD 4) with Azteca Landscape, Inc. in the amount not-to-exceed $166,400. Motion was canied by a vote of 3-2 with Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and Mayor Spence in opposition. 8 Tuesday March 06, 2018 AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, NOES: Johnson, Spence ABSENT: None 13) Award of Contract for Drought Tolerant Landscaping Improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 6 - Project No. 18022 It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract for the installation of drought tolerant landscaping and water-wise irrigation improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 6 (LMD 6) with Merchants Landscape Services, Inc. in the amount not-to-exceed $17,500. Mayor Spence pulled Item No. 13 for further discussion. A motion was given by Councilman Wu and seconded by Councilmernber Toma to execute a contract for the installation of drought tolerant landscaping and water-wise irrigation improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 6 (LMD 6) with Merchants Landscape Services, Inc. in the amount not-to-exceed $17,500. Motion was carried by a vote of 3-2 with Mayor Pro Tem Johnson and Mayor Spence in opposition. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, NOES: Johnson, Spence ABSENT: None 14) Award of Contract for Drought Tolerant Landscaping Improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 7 - Project No. 18024 It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a contract for the installation of drought tolerant landscaping and water-wise irrigation improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 7 (LMD 7) with Merchants Landscape Services, Inc. in the amount not-to-exceed $16,500. Mayor Spence pulled Item No. 14 for further discussion. A motion was given by Councilman Wu and seconded by Councilmember Torna to execute a contract for the installation of drought tolerant landscaping and water-wise irrigation improvements in Landscape Maintenance District 7 (LMD 7) with Merchants Landscape Services, Inc. in the amount not-to-exceed $16,500. Motion was carried by a vote of 3-2 with Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and Mayor Spence in opposition. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, NOES: Johnson, Spence ABSENT: None END OF CONSENT CALENDAR 9 Tuesday March 06, 2018 RECESS — Mayor Spence recessed the City Council meeting at 8:25 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 8:35 p.m. with all Councilmembers present. HEARINGS PUBLIC HEARINGS 15) Public Hearing on Fact Finding Report and Consideration of Resolution No. 2018-20 Implementing the City's Last, Best and Final Offer to the West Covina Firefighters Association a) Verification b) Open hearing c) Staff report d) Open testimony e) Council discussion f) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions: 1) Conduct a public hearing on the Fact-Finding Report; and 2) Implement the City's Last, Best and Final Offer to the West Covina Firefighters Association by adoption of the following resolution: RESOLUTION NO. 2018-20 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, IMPLEMENTING ITS LAST, BEST AND FINAL OFFER REGARDING STAFFING FOR THE WEST COVINA FIRE DEPARTMENT PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTIONS 3505.4, 3505.5 AND 3505.7 Mayor Spence opened the public hearing. City Manager Freeland stated that multiple staff members would be providing a report for Item No. 15. City Attorney Hall Barlow spoke on the Fact Finding Report and stated that the report was required when an agreement could not be met between the Fire Department and the City. Fire Chief Whithorn provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding a status update on the West Covina Fire Department and its future. He also provided a brief overview of the Department with regards to daily staffing and the proposed changes that must be implemented due to the $1.56 million budget reduction. City Manager Freeland made a brief PowerPoint presentation regarding the SAFER Grant program and how it has previously helped the City financially. In addition, he also discussed the expectations the City was required to meet to receive the grant for the 2017 Fiscal Year and expressed that the City was not able to meet these expectations which 10 Tuesday March 06, 2018 rendered the City ineligible to receive federal funds. City Council discussion ensued regarding applying for the SAFER Grant for the current fiscal year A discussion was made between City Attorney Hall Barlow and City Council regarding a revised and more detailed Resolution. Mayor Spence asked for public comments. The following speakers were in favor of the item: Jerri Potras Jim Grivich Marcia Hazelton The following speakers were neutral on the item: Chris Miller Alfred Williams The following speakers were in opposition of the item: Alma Hildreth Norma Ingram Lisa Mayo Debbie Valadez Jamelle Gibbs Ryan Schwartz Hardy Mosely Esteban Rodriguez Jody Burton David Schwartz Scott Austin Mike Hambel Peter Howell Jeremy Castaneda Carlos Galvez Matt Jackson Glen Kennedy Jim Rudroff Steven Curedom Chris Quinones After seeing no one else wishing to speak from the public, Mayor Spence closed the Public Comment portion of the Public Hearing. 11 Tuesday March 06, 2018 Fire Chief Whithorn stated that the budget reduction has limited the amount of resources the Fire Department is allotted in regards to staffing, number of emergency vehicles, and capabilities of said emergency vehicles. Councilmember Toma expressed his concerns regarding the possibility of bankruptcy within the City due to the exponential amount of money the firefighters are requesting for various expenditures within the Department. Councilman Wu shared his thoughts regarding the upcoming revenue the City will receive once the proposed Singpoli Project is completed. He also stated that many business owners are coming to the City and are interested in pursuing future business ventures in nearby locations. Mayor Pro Tern Johnson spoke on his position and stated that he understands both sides of the issue, Councilmember Warshaw shared his position and expressed his concerns with the growing budget deficit our City is facing. City Attorney Hall Barlow shared that if the City Council does not agree with the proposed last, best, and final offer, then the process will have to start from the beginning once again. Additionally, if negotiations cannot be made and an impasse occurs a second time, there must be another fact finding process, and another public hearing will be required to come to an agreement between both parties. After a lengthy discussion by the City Council and City Staff, a motion was made by Councilrnember Toma seconded by Couneilmember Warshaw to adopt Resolution 2018- 20. Motion failed on a vote of 2-3 with Councilman Wu, Mayor Pro Tern Johnson, and Mayor Spence in opposition. AYES: Toma, Warshaw NOES: Wu, Johnson, Spence ABSENT: None DEPARTMENTAL REGULAR MATTERS CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE 16) Hurst Ranch Foundation Bylaws It is recommended that the City Council consider the request from Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and Council Member Warshaw regarding amending the Hurst Ranch Historical Foundation Bylaws and provide direction accordingly. Councilmember Toma indicated that he would be abstaining from voting on this item due 12 Tuesday March 06, 2018 to a conflict of interest. Mayor Pro Tern Johnson stated that two Councilmembers have the power to veto any financial decisions that the Hurst Ranch Foundation may make. Mayor Pro Tern Johnson also stated that the bylaws should be changed from a 2/3 vote to a 4/5 vote in favor of any financial decision. Mayor Spence provided direction to both Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and Councilmember Warshaw to do as they see fit regarding the changing of the bylaws for Hurst Ranch. There was no further discussion on Item No. 16 from Council. AB1234 Conference and Meeting Report (verbal, if any) No reports were given. CITY COUNCIL REQUESTS FOR REPORTS, STUDIES OR INVESTIGATION MAYOR MIKE SPENCE 17) Request from Mayor Mike Spence for City Council to Discuss a Ballot Measure Regarding the Elimination of the Elected City Clerk and Elected City Treasurer Offices It is recommended that the City Council discuss a ballot measure regarding the elimination of the elected City Clerk and elected City Treasurer offices and provide direction accordingly. Mayor Spence expressed concerns regarding the elected positions of the City Clerk and City Treasurer. He stated that these positions confuse the public, and are not necessary to the productivity of City Hall as the work is assumed by other staff members in the Finance and City Clerk Departments. A motion was made by Mayor Spence and seconded by Councihnember Warshaw to bring back Item No. 17 as a report for an upcoming Council meeting. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 1,3 Tuesday March 06, 2018 MAYOR PRO TEM LLOYD JOHNSON 18) Request from Mayor Pro Tern Johnson Requesting the City Council's Support to Reconsider the Approval of the October 18, 2017 Traffic Committee Minutes Relating to Installation of Red Curb on Orange Avenue Between Eldred Avenue and Workman Avenue Mayor Pro Tern Johnson expressed his concerns regarding resident complaints of a nearby street that had its curb painted red by the City. He also stated that he would like to reconsider the approval of having the street painted red and requested for the City Council to further evaluate the need for residents on the streets of Orange Avenue between Eldred Avenue and Workman Avenue to have public parking available to them. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to reconsider the approval of the October 18, 2017 Traffic Committee Minutes relating to the installation of a red curb on Orange Avenue between Eldred Avenue and Workman Avenue. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS No comments were given. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Spence adjourned the meeting at 11:40 p.m. 14