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Home My WebLink About07/18/1989 Minutes - Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR JULY 18, 1989 CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Papen called the meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, W.V.U.S.D., 880 S. Lemon Avenue, Diamond Bar, California. PLEDGE OF The audience was led in the Pledge of Allegiance ALLEGIANCE: by Councilman Gary Miller. ROLL CALL: Mayor Papen, Mayor Pro Tem Horcher, Councilman Werner, Councilman Miller, Councilman Forbing Also present were City Manager Robert van Nort, City Attorney Andrew Arczynski and City Clerk Lynda Burgess. PROCLAMATION: Mayor Papen read a Proclamation designating Tuesday, August 8, 1989 as "National Night Out" in the City of Diamond Bar. COUNCIL Councilman Forbing announced that a 10'x 15' COMMENTS: temporary cover for Peterson Park will be delivered in two weeks at a cost of $300. This size will be easy for recreation staff to take down and store when not in use. He further announced that the Rotary Club is purchasing a table for this site as well. Mayor Papen announced a Special Meeting to be held on August 29, 1989 at City Hall to award the sale of bonds. Mayor Papen expressed concern regarding advertis- ing signs posted during weekends throughout the City. A number of developers and businesses were cited for advertising in this manner several years ago. She requested staff to look into this for violations of Zoning Ordinance Sections 22.20.020 et. seq. she suggested that a meeting with Los Angeles County Zoning Enforcement be held to request weekend inspections. Councilman Miller suggested that staff consider selecting central locations for advertising of this type which can be sold to local businesses to eliminate "bootleg" signs. PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD: Mr. David Lang, 431 Carpio Drive, stated that the intersection of Carpio Drive and Golden Springs was marked for repair by the County prior to JULY 18, 1989 PAGE 2 Cityhood but the markings have worn off. He explained that if repairs are not begun soon, there will be serious degradation of the surface of the street. He also commented that since the Landscape Maintenance District was soundly defeated at the last election, assistance by the; City Council in getting this charge removed from local tax bills would be appreciated. In response to Mr. Lang's question regarding the cost of law enforcement in this year's budget, the City Manager answered that the additional cost was included in the budget and with revenues and expenditures, the City Council adopted a balanced budget with a very small surplus. CONSENT It was moved by Councilman Werner and CALENDAR: seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Horcher to approve the Consent Calendar items 2 through 5. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEN - Forbing, Miller, Werner, Mayor Pro Tem Horcher, Mayor Papen NOES: COUNCILMEN - None ABSENT: COUNCILMEN - None 2. Approved Minutes of the Special Meeting of June 27, 1989. 3. Approved Warrant Register dated July 18, 1989 in the amount of $39,305.70. 4. Adopted Resolution No. 89-64 Marking the 25th Anniversary of the Los Angeles County Music Center. 5. Authorized the addition of one (1) maintenance employee salary range. NEW BUSINESS: Elections The City Attorney recommended that the City Council adopt for 1st reading by Ordinance 19 Ordinance 19(1989) title only Ordinance No. 19 (1989) and waive further reading: JULY 18, 1989 PAGE 3 AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR DIRECTING THAT GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTIONS OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR BE HELD ON THE DAY OF STATEWIDE PRIMARY ELECTIONS It was moved by Mayor Papen and seconded by Councilman Miller to approve Ordinance No. 19 (1989) for 1st reading by title only and waive further reading. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEN - Forbing, Miller, Werner, Mayor Pro Tem Horcher, Mayor Papen NOES: COUNCILMEN - None ABSENT: COUNCILMEN - None Purchasing The City Attorney recommended that the City Ordinance 20 Council adopt for 1st reading by title only Ordinance No. 20 (1989) and waive further reading: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR ESTABLISHING A PURCHASING SYSTEM It was moved by Councilman Werner and seconded by Councilman Miller to approve Ordinance No. 20 (1989) for 1st reading by title only and waive further reading. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEN - Forbing, Miller, Werner, Mayor Pro Tem Horcher, Mayor Papen NOES: COUNCILMEN - None ABSENT: COUNCILMEN - None Parks & Councilman Forbing requested that staff prepare an Recreation article and an application form for publication in the next issue of the Windmill for persons interested in serving on the Parks and Recreation Commission for possible establishment of the Commission in October. It was agreed that the Council Park & Recreation Committee would develop a description of the Commission, a proposal for submission of applications and distribution of notices soliciting applications for further discussion at the August 1, 1989 regular meeting. JULY 18, 1989 PAGE 4 Zoning The City Manager explained that enforcement Ordinance of Sections 22.28.340 and 22.60.360 regarding displaying of merchandise outside of an enclosed building on a permanent basis was becoming a matter of concern to local businesses. This matter was brought before the City Council for direction as to whether to continue enforcement of these sections or suspend enforcement until review by the Chamber of Commerce and the City Council Planning Committee. Mayor Papen stated that many businesses store shopping carts or sell Christmas trees in the areas in front of their buildings. She requested a report from the Fire Department as to public safety and any possible liability if the City permitted these practices to continue. It was moved by Councilman Werner and seconded by Councilman Miller to notify the County of Los Angeles that Sections 22.280.340 and 22.60.360 be suspended from enforcement until August 16, 1989. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEN - Forbing, Miller, Werner, Mayor Papen NOES: COUNCILMEN - Mayor Pro Tem Horcher ABSENT: COUNCILMEN - None Traffic Survey It was moved by Mayor Papen and seconded by Radar Mayor Pro Tem Horcher to approve a traffic Enforcement study in the amount of $5,875.00 subject to approval by the CHP report and adjustments accordingly. The motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEN - NOES: COUNCILMEN - ABSENT: COUNCILMEN - Forbing, Miller Werner, Mayor Pro Tem Horcher, Mayor Papen None None JULY 18, 1989 OLD BUSINESS PAGE 5 Logo Contest Following discussion regarding various designs submitted, it was agreed to table this matter until all members of the City Council have an opportunity to review all designs with approval at the next regular meeting. Koll Company Following discussion, it was moved by Resolution 65 Councilman Miller and seconded by Councilman Werner to adopt Resolution'No. 89-65 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP NO. PM 20358, A REQUEST TO SUBDIVIDE CERTAIN REAL PROPERTY MORE PARTICULARLY DESCRIBED HEREIN INTO SEVEN COMMERCIAL LOTS WITHIN THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, LOCATED AT 1320 - 1340 SOUTH VALLEY VISTA DRIVE, MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF AND IMPOSING CONDITIONS THEREON AYES: COUNCILMEN - Forbing, Miller, Werner, Mayor Pro Tem Horcher NOES: COUNCILMEN - Mayor Papen ABSENT: COUNCILMEN - None RECESS Mayor Papen declared a recess at -7:16 p.m.. Mayor Papen reconvened the meeting at 7:46 p.m. PUBLIC HEARINGS The City Attorney recommended that the City Council adopt, by title only, Ordinance No. Ordinance 11-A it -A: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR EXTENDING THE TERM OF AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE, ORDINANCE NO. 11 (1989) PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65858 AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. Mayor Papen opened the Public Hearing. Mr. Bill Ruh of the Building Industry Association, 1150 N. Mountain, Suite 203', Upland and Mr. Carlos Negretti, 2732 Calle Arroyo, Suite B, San Juan Capistrano criticized the ordinance as being overly broad. There being no further public comments, Mayor Pro Tem Horcher moved, seconded by Councilman Werner to close the Public Hearing. Motion carried by the following vote: JULY 18, 1989 PAGE 6 AYES: COUNCILMEN - Forbing, Miller, Werner, Mayor Papen NOES: COUNCILMEN - None ABSENT: COUNCILMAN - None ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEN - Mayor Pro Tem Horcher It was moved by Councilman Werner and seconded by Councilman Forbing to waive further reading of Ordinance No. it -A (1989). AYES: COUNCILMEN - Forbing, Miller, Werner, Mayor Pro Tem Horcher, Mayor Papen NOES: COUNCILMEN - None ABSENT: COUNCILMEN - None It was moved by Councilman Werner and seconded by Councilman Forbing to adopt Ordinance No. 11-A (1989) by the following roll call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEN - Forbing, Miller, Werner, Mayor Papen NOES: COUNCILMEN - None ABSENT: COUNCILMEN - None ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEN - Mayor Pro Tem Horcher Ordinance 15-A The City Attorney recommended that the City Council adopt, by title only, Ordinance No. 15- A (1989): AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR EXTENDING THE TERM OF AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE, ORDINANCE NO. 15 (1989) PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 65858 AND MAKING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT THEREOF. Mayor Papen opened the Public Hearing. There being no public comments, a motion was made by Mayor Papen, seconded by Councilman Werner to close the Public Hearing. With approval of Council, the Public Hearing was closed. It was moved by Councilman Miller and seconded by Mayor Papen to waive further reading and adopt Ordinance No. 15-A (1989). Motion.carried by the following roll call vote: JULY 18, 1989 PAGE 7 AYES: COUNCILMEN - Forbing, Miller, Werner, Mayor Pro Tem Horcher, Mayor Papen NOES: COUNCILMEN - None ABSENT: COUNCILMEN - None ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, Mayor Papen adjourned the regular meeting to closed session at 8:40 p.m. Closed session convened at 8:40 p.m. with discussions regarding Personnel, Grand Avenue Litigation and San Gabriel Valley Tribune Litigation. Resolution 66 It was moved by Councilman Miller, seconded by Councilman Forbing to adopt Resolution No. 89-66 electing to be subject to Public Employees' Medical and Hospital Care Act. Mayor Papen reconvened regular session at 9:45 p.m. and adjourned the regular meeting at 9:45 p.m. Respectfully Submitted, Lynda Burgess, CMC City Clerk ATTEST: -Phyllis Papen Mayor