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05-15-2018 - Regular Meeting - MinutesCITY OF WEST COVINA CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY TUESDAY MAY 15, 2018, 7:00 PM REGULAR MEETING CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1444 W. GARVEY AVENUE SOUTH WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA 91790 MINUTES CALL TO ORDER — Mayor Spence called the meeting to order at 7:17 p.m. INVOCATION — Led by Pastor Pete Morehead from New Hope Community Church PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Led by Mayor Mike Spence ROLL CALL Present: Councilmember Toma, Councilmember Warshaw, Councilman Wu, Mayor Pro Tern Johnson, Mayor Spence Staff Present: Assistant City Manager/Community Services Director Nikole Bresciani, Deputy City Manager Laura Biery, City Attorney Kimberly Hall Barlow, Public Works Director Chino Consunji, Planning Director Jeff Anderson, Fire Chief Larry Whithom, Public Works Superintendent Micah Martin, Parks Facilities Supervisor K. Yoshino, Senior Planner Ron Garcia, Community and Economic Development Manager Paulina Morales, Assistant City Clerk Rosalia Butler Tuesday May 15, 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 there was a modification to the agreement on Item No. 13. PRESENTATIONS Proclamation proclaiming May 2018 as Lupus Awareness Month Proclamation proclaiming May 20-26, 2018 as National Public Works Week Check Presentation to VFW Post 8620 from the West Covina Professional Firefighters Association Local 3226 Check Presentation to Friends of the West Covina Police K-9's from The McIntyre Company ORAL COMMUNICATIONS - Five (5) minutes per speaker Jim Grivich expressed concerns regarding the low number of traffic citations given within the City and stated that the Police Department should issue more citations to create additional revenue for City Hall. Wen Wen Zhang spoke on behalf of the West Covina Library and stated that the library will be a mail-in voting location for the upcoming election on June 5, 2018. In addition, she stated that the library will be a polling location from June 1, 2018 - June 3, 2018 and will be open from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Carlos Lifoggue shared his concerns regarding the Active Transportation Plan and expressed his disapprOval regarding the aforementioned plan. Vicki Scheliga spoke on behalf of The West Covina Lions Club regarding the upcoming annual event Night on the Town, held on May 20, 2018 at The Lakes Entertainment Center from 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. John Shewmaker expressed concerns regarding an additional sales tax and shared his concerns regarding the high number of City expenditures, and the lack of leadership within City Hall. Carolyn Arndt expressed concerns regarding child drownings and stressed the need to teach children to swim in West Covina. 2 Tuesday May 15, 2018 Gayle Mason shared her concerns regarding the L.A. County Fair and stressed the importance of having a West Covina Day at the Fair. She also spoke on sanctuary cities and expressed her approval regarding the professionalism and positive attitudes of the Councilmembers during the April 3, 2018 Regular City Council Meeting. Sandra Taylor expressed concerns regarding the annual recycling program and the lack of communication between City Hall and West Covina residents. Elsie Messman spoke on Item No. 15 and expressed her disapproval regarding the number of work trucks the City requested to purchase. She also shared her concerns regarding the tax measure Couneilmember Warshaw proposed to place on the ballot for the upcoming election. Jamie Lee shared her concerns regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and stated that City law should comply with State law and allow residents to build ADU's according to state standards. Alfred Williams stated that Council should implement budget cuts instead of inflicting more taxes on the residents. Mr. Williams also expressed concerns regarding Mayor Spence's health issues and competency to perform mayoral duties. Frederick Sykes expressed concerns regarding Mayor Spence and stated that Mr. Spence should be removed from his position as Mayor. Claudia Goytia spoke on behalf of the American Heart Association in support of the Active Transportation Plan. Assistant City Manager/Community Services Director Bresciani, City Manager Freeland, and Mayor Spence gave responses to speaker inquiries. CONSENT CALENDAR APPROVAL OF MEETING MINUTES (receive & file) 1) May 1, 2018 Closed Session Meeting Minutes May 1, 2018 Regular City Council/Successor Agency Meeting Minutes May 7, 2018 Special Community Budget Workshop Meeting Minutes A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to approve the aforementioned meeting minutes. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 3 Tuesday May 15, 2018 INVESTMENT REPORT (receive & file) 2) City Investment Report for the Month Ended March 31, 2018 It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the Investment Report for the month ended March 31, 2018. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to approve the aforementioned City Investment Report. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 3) Successor Agency Investment Report for the Month Ended March 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 March 31, 2018. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to receive and file the Investment Report for the month ended March 31, 2018. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE 4) Lakes Operating Agreement It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute the Operating Agreement, subject to City Attorney approval, for a Portion of the Parking Facilities with CIP 2014/SG Covina Owner, LLC (CIP) for a term of five (5) years. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to authorize the City Manager to execute the Operating Agreement, subject to City Attorney approval, for a Portion of the Parking Facilities with CIP 2014/SG Covina Owner, LLC (CIP) for a term of five (5) years. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 4 Tuesday May 15, 2018 CITY CLERK'S OFFICE 5) November 6, 2018 General Municipal Election Resolution Calling for Election and Requesting Consolidation Services with Los Angeles County It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolutions related to the November 6, 2018 General Municipal Election for the purpose of electing three (3) Members of the City Council representing Districts 2, 4 and 5 along with a City Clerk and a City Treasurer whose terms will expire: RESOLUTION NO. 2018-57 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, CALLING FOR THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2018, FOR THE ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED BY THE PROVISIONS OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL LAW CITIES RESOLUTION NO. 2018-58 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COLTNC1L OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2018, WITH THE STATEWIDE GENERAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON THE DATE PURSUANT TO SECTION 10403 OF THE ELECTIONS CODE RESOLUTION NO. 2018-59 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE PERTAINING TO CANDIDATE'S STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2018 A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to adopt Resolution No. 2018-57, Resolution No. 2018-58, and Resolution 2018-59. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None COMMUNITY & ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT 6) Plaza West Covina Parking Agreement It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a Second Amendment to the Parking Agreement with Starwood Capital Partners to increase the portion of the City Parking Structure allowed to be used by Starwood Capital Partners at the Plaza West Covina Mall. 5 Tuesday May 15, 2018 A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to authorize the City Manager to execute a Second Amendment to the Parking Agreement with Starwood Capital Partners to increase the portion of the City Parking Structure allowed to be used by Starwood Capital Partners at the Plaza West Covina Mall. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None FINANCE DEPARTMENT 7) A Resolution Authorizing the Investment of Funds in the State of California Local Agency Investment Fund, Designating Authorized Staff as Authorized Signatories and Rescinding Resolution No. 2015-60 It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION NO. 2018-50 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE INVESTMENT OF FUNDS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND, IDENTIFYING CHRIS FREELAND, CITY MANAGER, AND NIKOLE BRESCIANI, ASSISTANT CITY MANAGER, FINANCE DIRECTOR, OR THEIR SUCCESSORS, AS AUTHORIZED SIGNATORIES FOR THE INVESTMENT OF FUNDS IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2015-60 A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to adopt Resolution No. 2018-50. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 8) Third Quarter Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2017-18 It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions: 1) Receive and file the Third Quarter Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2017-18; and 2) Adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION NO. 2018-51 - 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, 6 Tuesday May 15, 2018 2018 (Third Quarter Financial Report) A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to adopt Resolution No. 2018-51. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 9) Proposition A Exchange - Foothill Transit It is recommended that the City Council approve the Proposition A Local Return Fund Exchange with Foothill Trahsit and authorize the City Manager to execute the Assignment Agreement. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to approve the Proposition A Local Return Fund Exchange with Foothill Transit and authorize the City Manager to execute the Assignment Agreement. Motion was carried by a vote of 4-0-1 with Councilmember Warshaw abstaining. AYES: Toma, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: Warshaw 10) Restructuring of Audit Committee It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution, adding two additional community members to the Audit Committee: RESOLUTION NO. 2018-60 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, REPLACING RESOLUTION NO. 2016-40 AMENDING THE PROCEDURES, RULES AND REGULATIONS FOR THE AUDIT COMMITTEE A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to adopt Resolution No. 2018-60. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 7 Tuesday May 15, 2018 PLANNING DEPARTMENT 11) Planning Consultant On-Call Services It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions: 1) Approve M1G to be used for Planning Consultant On-Call Services for five years ending May 15, 2023; and 2) Upon submittal of a development application, authorize the City Manager to execute agreements up to $75,000 to complete Planning Consultant On-Call Services for a development project. Mayor Pro Tern Johnson pulled Item No. 11 for further discussion. City Manager Freeland gave a brief overview of Item No. 11, and stated that on-call planning consultants from MIG will be utilized for all upcoming City projects. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilmember Warshaw to approve the aforementioned actions. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 12) Queen of the Valley Hospital Master Plan Project Manager, Specific Plan Preparation and Environmental Impact Report (EIR) Preparation It is recommended that the City Council take the following action: I) Authorize the City Manager to execute an agreement up to $526,908 for Contract Planner services, Specific Plan preparation and environmental impact report (EIR) preparation. Councilman Wu pulled Item No. 12 for further discussion. Planning Director Anderson explained the project was a 10-12 month process to generate an environmental impact report (EIR) and would be paid for by Queen of the Valley Hospital. Councilman Wu expressed concerns regarding the time frame of the aforementioned report and the impact on the City's General Fund. City Manager Freeland addressed Councilman Wu's concerns and clarified that the EIR revenue would not be placed in the City's General Fund. Mr. Freeland also stated that the revenue from said EIR would be placed into a park acquisition fund which is used to expand parks within the community. Tuesday May 15, 2018 Councilman Wu shared his concerns regarding the fiscal decline of the City. City Attorney Hall Barlow stated that there should be no delay regarding the EIR, with the exception of any additional approvals, or possible litigation. A motion was made by Councilmember Warshaw and seconded by Councilmember Toma to take the aforementioned actions. Motion was carried by a vote of 4-1, with Councilman Wu in opposition. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Johnson, Spence NOES: Wu ABSENT: None POLICE DEPARTMENT 13) Approval of a Site Access Agreement with LA-RICS It is recommended that the City Council approve a Site Access Agreement (Agreement) with the Los Angeles Regional Interoperable Communications System (LA-RICS) for the BKK Communications Site. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to approve a Site Access Agreement (Agreement) with the Los Angeles Regional Interoperable Communications System (LA-RICS) for the BKK Communications Site. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Tom, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None PUBLIC WORKS 14) Request for Reallocation of Property Taxes by the County of Los Angeles Sanitation District No. 22 (Annexation No. 429) for 621 Wrede Way and 3014 E. Cameron Avenue It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION NO. 2018-52 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, ADOPTING THE JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 22, AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, APPROVING AND ACCEPTING NEGOTIATED EXCHANGE OF PROPERTY TAX REVENUES RESULTING FROM AN ANNEXATION TO COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 22, BEING ANNEXATION NO. 429 9 Tuesday May 15, 2018 A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to adopt Resolution No. 2018-52. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 15) Purchase of Eight Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Work Trucks It is recommended that the City Council take the following actions: I) Approve the purchase order to National Auto Fleet Group in the amount of $363,329.26 (including sales tax, delivery, and options) for the purchase of six (6) pickup trucks and two (2) service body work trucks; and 2) Establish Project No. V-18047; and 3) Adopt the following resolution: RESOLUTION NO. 2018-53 - 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 (Purchase of Eight Compressed Natural Gas Work Trucks) Councilmember Toma pulled Item No. 15 for further discussion. Public Works Director Consunji gave a brief overview regarding Item No. 15 and explained that it was more cost effective to purchase new trucks, as opposed to fixing the existing Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) trucks. City Manager Freeland stated that replacing the trucks were a safety concern due to the harmful emissions and high mileage of the vehicles. Mayor Spence voiced his concerns regarding the timeline of Item No. 15 and stated that the fuel tanks for these vehicles have already expired, and should have been brought to the City Council's attention sooner. Public Works Director Consunji explained that this oversight was due to a lack of training in the department, and shared that the upgrade of each individual fuel tank for the CNG trucks will be too expensive. City Manager Freeland clarified that the procedure to find the expiration on the fuel tanks is an arduous one and can be easily overlooked. Public Works Superintendent Martin shared that since the Maintenance department did not have the qualifications or knowledge to maintain the CNG trucks, they sent the trucks to a third-party body shop for routine vehicle maintenance. As a result of this, City staff were unaware that the aforementioned fuel tanks were expired, and thus, rendered unsafe. 10 Tuesday May 15, 2018 In addition, Mr. Martin expressed that all new and existing vehicles would be thoroughly inspected to ensure the safety of residents and staff, alike. A motion was made by Councilmember Toma and seconded by Councilmember Warshaw to take the aforementioned actions, and adopt Resolution No. 2018-53, Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 16) Adoption of the Golden State Finance Authority (GSFA) Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) Program Allowing Property Owners within the City's Jurisdiction Access to Financing and Other Services for Energy Efficient and Seismic Strengthening Improvement Construction Projects It is recommended that the City Council adopt the following resolutions: RESOLUTION NO. 2018-54 - A RESOLUTION OF THE crry COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, CONSENTING TO INCLUSION OF PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY'S JURISDICTION IN THE GOLDEN STATE FINANCE AUTHORITY (GSFA) COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2014-1 (CLEAN ENERGY) TO FINANCE RENEWABLE ENERGY IMPROVEMENTS, ENERGY EFFICIENCY AND WATER CONSERVATION IMPROVEMENTS, ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE AND OTHER IMPROVEMENTS AND APPROVING ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP IN THE JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AUTHORITY RELATED THERETO RESOLUTION NO. 2018-55 - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WEST COVINA, CALIFORNIA, CONSENTING TO INCLUSION OF PROPERTIES WITHIN THE CITY'S JURISDICTION IN THE GOLDEN STATE FINANCE AUTHORITY (GSFA) PROGRAM TO FINANCE RENEWABLE ENERGY GENERATION, ENERGY AND WATER EFFICIENCY IMPROVEMENTS, ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE, AND OTHER IMPROVEMENTS AND APPROVING ASSOCIATE MEMBERSHIP IN THE JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AUTHORITY RELATED THERETO Councilmember Toma pulled Item No. 16 for further discussion. Public Works Director Consunji gave a brief overview on Item No. 16 and the Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) program. He also stated that this program was designed to improve energy efficiency for residential and commercial buildings within the City. A motion was made by Councilmember Toma and seconded by Councilmember Warshaw to adopt Resolution No. 2018-54 and Resolution 2018-55. Motion was carried by a vote of 11 Tuesday May 15, 2018 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 17) Renewal of Landscape Maintenance Agreement with the County of Los Angeles It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a five-year renewal of Landscape Maintenance Agreement with the County of Los Angeles for the West Covina Civic Center. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to execute a five-year renewal of Landscape Maintenance Agreement with the County of Los Angeles for the West Covina Civic Center. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 18) Renewal of Parking Lease Agreement with the County of Los Angeles It is recommended that the City Council authorize the City Manager to execute a five-year renewal of the Parking Lease Agreement with the County of Los Angeles for the off-street parking facilities at the West Covina Civic Center in substantially the form as attached. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to execute a five-year renewal of the Parking Lease Agreement with the County of Los Angeles for the off-street parking facilities at the West Covina Civic Center in substantially the form as attached. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Tom, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 19) Release of Faithful Performance Guarantee and Labor and Material Bonds for Tract No. 72579 - Oak Creek - Holt, Inc. It is recommended that the City Council accept all on-site and off-site improvements for Tract No. 72579 located at 3228,3238 and 3244 Holt Avenue and authorize the release of Faithful Performance and Labor and Material Bonds in the amount of $560,330 and $181,897 respectively. Councilmember Warshaw pulled Item No. 19 for further discussion. Public Works Director Consunji provided a brief report regarding Item No. 19. 12 Tuesday May 15, 2018 A motion was made by Councilmember Warshaw and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson to accept all on-site and off-site improvements for Tract No. 72579 located at 3228, 3238, and 3244 Holt Avenue and authorize the release of Faithful Performance and Labor and Material Bonds in the amount of $560,330 and $181,897, respectively. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None END OF CONSENT CALENDAR HEARINGS PUBLIC HEARINGS 20) West Covina Active Transportation Plan a) Verification b) Open hearing c) Staff report d) Open testimony e) Council discussion f) Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council direct staff to revise the West Covina Active Transportation Plan. Mayor Spence re-opened the public hearing. The following speakers were in favor of the item: Jose Jimenez The following speakers were in opposition of the item: Linda Nguyen Elsa Huizar Jim Grivich Kevin Chan Rachel Chan Sally Reinum After seeing no one else wishing to speak from the public, Mayor Spence closed the Public Hearing, and asked Council if they had any additional comments. 121 Tuesday May 15, 2018 A motion was made by Mayor Spence and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson to remove Walnut Creek Parkway from the West Covina Active Transportation Plan (ATP). Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None Councilman Wu expressed concerns regarding the approval of the ATP, and suggested for Council to exclude the proposed bike lanes on Sunset Avenue as well as those adjacent to a school. Mayor Spence shared his concerns regarding the cost of the ATP, and expressed his disapproval of the aforementioned plan. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilmember Warshaw to approve the West Covina Active Transportation Plan including Council amendments. Motion was carried by a vote of 3-2, with Mayor Spence and Councilman Wu in opposition. AYES: To ma, Warshaw, Johnson NOES: Wu, Spence ABSENT: None RECESS — Mayor Spence recessed the City Council meeting at 9:20 p.m. and reconvened the meeting at 9:31 p.m. with all Councilmembers present to approve the remaining agenda items. DEPARTMENTAL REGULAR MATTERS CITY ATTORNEY'S OFFICE 21) City Regulation of Independent Expenditures in Local Elections It is recommended that the City Council provide direction to staff on whether or not to prepare an ordinance regulating independent expenditures in local elections. Councilmember Toma requested a staff report regarding a possible draft of an ordinance concerning independent expenditures for electoral candidates during the Regular City Council Meeting on April 17, 2018. In addition, he proposed that the process for independent expenditures should require political campaigns to report all expenditures to the City Clerk's Office. City Attorney Hall Barlow stated that state law requires those affiliated with political campaigns to disclose all independent expenditures of $1000 or more to the City in order to increase transparency within the election. In addition, she also informed Council that 14 Tuesday May 15, 2018 the amount can be changed to reflect whichever amount they deem fit. Councilmember Toma requested for all independent expenditures made to be reported to the City Clerk 24 hours after the $1,000 threshold has been crossed, as well as displaying the top two contributors with the greatest amount of expenditures on the City website for public consumption. City Attorney Hall Barlow addressed Councilmember Toma's concerns and stated that all expenditures over the $1,000 limit are posted on the City website within the initial 24 hours of expenditure. Mayor Spence inquired how unknown individuals and groups involved in independent expenditures would be notified of the change. City Attorney Hall Barlow addressed Mayor Spence's concerns and shared that the City would publish the proposed Ordinance according to existing protocol. A motion was made by Councilmember Toma and seconded by Councilmember Warshaw to require all individuals or groups with independent expenditures of $1,000 or more to file said expenditures to the City Clerk's Office within 24 hours. In addition, the City Clerk must post all expenditures over the aforementioned limit to the City website by the next business day, and all individuals signed up to receive e-notifications from the City will be notified immediately once the $1,000 established threshold had been crossed. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Torna, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None Mayor Spence expressed his disapproval regarding the disclaimer requirements and stated that said disclaimers were misleading to voters. A motion was made by Councilmember Toma and seconded by Councilmember Warshaw to require disclaimers for the top two contributors for independent expenditures. Motion was carried by a vote of 3-2, with Mayor Spence and Councilman Wu in opposition. AYES: Tom a, Warshaw, Johnson NOES: Wu, Spence ABSENT: None 15 Tuesday May 15, 2018 CITY COUNCIL REQUESTS FOR REPORTS, STUDIES OR INVESTIGATION MAYOR MIKE SPENCE 22) Request from Mayor Mike Spence for City Council to Consider Adopting a Resolution Regarding Prohibiting the Use of Public Money in Pursuit of Higher Taxes It is recommended that the City Council discuss whether or not to direct staff to draft a resolution for adoption regarding prohibiting the use of public money in pursuit of higher taxes. Councilmember Toma expressed that using public money to advocate higher taxes is already prohibited by State and Federal law, but that public money can be used to inform residents of the impact of any proposed tax measure without advocating a position. Mayor Spence shared his concerns regarding the use of public money and the possibility of using information concerning any tax measure to influence voters. A motion was made by Mayor Spence and seconded by Councilman Wu to draft a resolution for adoption regarding prohibiting the use of public money in pursuit of higher taxes. Motion failed to be approved by a vote of 2-3, with Councilrnember Toma, Councilman Wu, and Mayor Pro Tem Johnson in opposition. AYES: Wu, Spence NOES: Toma, Warshaw, Johnson ABSENT: None 23) Request from Mayor Mike Spence for City Council to Discuss Taking a Formal Position Opposing SB 174 (Lara) Public Employment: Eligibility It is recommended that the City Council discuss whether or not to take a formal position opposing Senate Bill (SB) 174 and direct staff to send a letter to the authors, as well as our local legislators, if a formal position is taken. A motion was made by Mayor Spence and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson to take format position opposing SB 174 (Public Employment: Eligibility) and direct staff to send a letter to the authors, as well as our local legislators of City's formal position. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None 16 Tuesday May 15, 2018 COUNCILMEMBER JAMES TOMA 24) Request from Councilmember James Toma for City Council to Discuss Taking a Formal Position Supporting AB 2538 (Rubio) Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems: Financial Capability Analysis: Pilot Project It is recommended that the City Council discuss whether or not to take a formal position supporting Assembly Bill (AB) 2538 and direct staff to send a letter to the authors, as well as our local legislators, if a formal position is taken. A motion was made by Councilmember Toma and seconded by Couneilmember Warshaw to take a formal position and support AB 2538 (Municipal Separate Storm Sewer Systems: Financial Capability Analysis: Pilot Project) and direct staff to send a letter to the authors, as well as our local legislators of City's position. Motion was carried by a vote of 5-0. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: None ABSENT: None COUNCILMEMBER COREY WARSHAW 25) Request from Councilmember Corey Warshaw for City Council to Consider Directing Staff to Research Putting a Tax Measure on a Future Ballot It is recommended that the City Council discuss whether or not to direct staff to research putting a tax measure on a future ballot. Mayor Spence shared that four votes are needed in order to place any measure on the ballot. Councilmember Warshaw stated that the City is in dire financial conflict and needs to implement an increased sales tax to increase revenue. Councilman Wu expressed concerns regarding the tax increase and stated that further research must be done before making any rash decisions. Mayor Pro Tern Johnson stated that further discussions must be made, but agreed that a tax increase could help alleviate the hole in the City's budget. Councilinember Toma shared that voting to approve Item No. 25 is only a consideration and further research must be done to determine whether or not it will be placed on the ballot. A motion was made by Councilmember Warshaw and seconded by Councilmember Toma to discuss whether or not to direct staff to research putting a tax measure on a future ballot. Due to 4 votes being needed to approve this motion, the motion failed to be 17 Tuesday May 15, 2018 approved by a vote of 3-2, with Councilman Wu and Mayor Spence in opposition. AYES: Toma, Warshaw, Johnson NOES: Wu, Spence ABSENT: None COUNCILMAN TONY WU 26) Reconsideration of Approval of October 18, 2017 Traffic Committee Minutes Relating to the installation of Red Curb on Orange Avenue Between Eldred Avenue and Workman Avenue It is recommended that the City Council direct staff accordingly. Councilman Wu expressed concerns regarding the length of the Red Curb located on Orange Avenue between Eldred Avenue and Workman Avenue. He also stated that this was unfair to the residents and hindered them from parking in front of their own property. A motion was made by Councilman Wu and seconded by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson to reconsider the approval of the October 18, 2017 Traffic Committee Minutes Relating to the installation of the Red Curb located on Orange Avenue between Eldred Avenue and Workman Avenue. Motion was carried by a vote of 3-2, with Councilmember Toma and Councilmember Warshaw in opposition. AYES: Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: Toma, Warshaw ABSENT: None Mayor Pro Tern Johnson shared his approval of Item No. 26 and commented that the red curb limits parking for residents of the aforementioned neighborhood. Councilmember Warshaw expressed his disapproval regarding Item No. 26, and stated that the removal of the Red Curb will cause safety and traffic issues. A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Johnson and seconded by Councilman Wu to remove the aforementioned Red Curb, with the exception of the 15 feet around each corner. Motion was carried by a vote of 3-2, with Councilmember Toma and Councilmember Warshaw in opposition. AYES: Wu, Johnson, Spence NOES: Toma, Warshaw ABSENT: None 18 Submitted-by: ( Iosalia A.'13ntl, MMC Assistant City Clerk Tuesday May 15, 2018 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.) Mayor Spence attended the Los Angeles County City Selection Committee, and reported that Tim Sandoval, Mayor of Pomona was elected Chairman of said committee. CITY COUNCIL COMMENTS Mayor Spence asked if asset forfeiture funds could be used to implement the Ring program within the City. ADJOURNMENT Mayor Spence adjourned the meeting at 10:11 p.m. troyd Johrlsori- Mayor Pro Tern 19