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HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/19/1994 Minutes - Adj. Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING AND REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR JULY 19, 1994 1. CALL TO ORDER: The meeting was called to order at 6:06 p.m., in the AQMD Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr., Diamond Bar, California. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The audience was led in the Pledge of Allegiance by Mayor Werner. ROLL CALL: Mayor Werner, Mayor Pro Tem Harmony, Councilmembers Ansari, Papen and Miller. Also present were Terrence L. Belanger, City Manager; Frank Usher, Assistant City Manager; Michael Montgomery, Interim City Attorney; George Wentz, Interim City Engineer; James DeStefano, Community Development Director; Bob Rose, Community Services Director and Lynda Burgess, City Clerk. 2. RESOLUTION NO. 94-35: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING AND ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 1994 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 1995 INCLUDING MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS, SPECIAL FUNDS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR ACCOUNTS, DEPARTMENTS, DIVISIONS, OBJECTS AND PURPOSES THEREIN SET FORTH - CM/Belanger advised that the General Fund Budget reflects resources of $10,319,015 with appropriations of $8,833,526. He also advised that the recommended capital improvements program is $6,239,730. The General Fund reflects a projected year-end fund balance of approximately $1.4 million which indicates that the City is financially healthy. C/Papen stated that she supported C/Miller's recommendation in establishing a Senior Volunteer Patrol. She requested that the Economic Development and Business Retention Programs be named separately and suggested that the Business Retention Program be increased from $10K to $15K and that Council needs to decide on a plan for the Economic Development over a 5 to 10 year span. She advised that due to damage to the City's American flags, additional flags need to be included in the budget and suggested consideration of purchasing the land from the Water District for a land trade in the South Pointe Master Plan. She proposed having certain activities designated in paragraph form with the appropriate funding budgeted and wanted to know where City On -Line is funded in the budget. CM/Belanger advised that City On -Line related costs are located in the Special Fund - Air Quality Fund, page 123. He advised that $1,000 for maintenance and $5,000 for JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 2 computer purchases had been allocated for City On -Line and additional activities to be completed in the second phase. Further, the 2766 Fund includes a variety of activities to remove traffic off the roads, including implementation of an air quality element. The $10,000 in the budget is the City's share of the JPA for implementation activities through the East San Gabriel Valley JPA. MPT/Harmony questioned where the Holiday Shuttle is in the budget and requested Council to consider deleting this money, held in a reserve fund, and develop other alternative programs that are more effective. CM/Belanger advised that the $36,000 for City On -Line will not be used unless authorized by the Council. He also advised that the Holiday Shuttle is Proposition A funds, a local transit fund, page 120, in the amount of $27,000. C/Ansari stated that she would support the Holiday Shuttle if it can be tied to Economic Developments. She suggested that maybe local businesses can put additional coupons out during the holiday season or have bus routes changed. She asked that the budget contain funds toward the education of programs and workshops for a "user-friendly" community. She commented on Business Retention and Economic Development and felt that the City does not need $100,000 in the budget unless there is a redevelopment agency. She advised that there are certain areas that the money could be used for: a farmer's market, to help finance a coupon program for the Business Retention program, to advertise for businesses to come into D.B., etc. She expressed her concern regarding shuttle buses that have been sitting in the yard and she wants to purchase two small buses to use for transporting senior citizens and concerts in the park, etc. M/Werner recommended that professional services be upgraded from $10,000 to $25,000 for the property maintenance program/code enforcement. He also commented that Economic Development needs to be a serious part in next year's budget with providing professional assistance that could be shared between the City and the Chamber that would support businesses already in the City. He agreed with C/Papen on the flag issue and agreed to have funds for replacement. He also advised that the Senior Patrol must also be budgeted. CM/Belanger agreed to separate Business Retention and Economic Development and advised that $10,000 had been budgeted for professional services. It may be considered to be an amount for Business Retention. He would also make sure to add $25,000 for Economic Development. He stated that the Community Relations budget contains JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 3 $17,000 in operating supplies with $4,000 budgeted for purchase of flags along with Concerts in the Park. C/Papen asked staff to comment on the use of Proposition A in purchasing two small vans that could also be used for Holiday Shuttle. She requested that the Holiday Shuttle be put on hold until staff can come back with amended routes, etc. CM/Belanger advised that $35,000 per van with handicapped equipment would need to be budgeted. He advised that if these buses were purchased, then these need to be utilized during the Holiday Shuttle. MPT/Harmony advised that the Council needs to be shown cost benef its for the City to purchase bigger buses, personnel costs. C/Ansari advised that through Proposition A money, the City would buy these vans instead of renting them. She recommended that staff be directed to come back with a recommendation of purchasing two buses with Proposition A money and for the express purposes of Holiday Shuttle, to look into the facts for cost effectiveness of larger or smaller buses. C/Papen advised that the Recreation Department should coordinate a specific City On -Line class. Frank Dursa expressed concern that the shuttle buses are not good for senior citizens and that taxis should be considered for door-to-door service. Oscar Law expressed concern for the need for litigation and the property maintenance bill. Martha Bruske, 600 S. Great Bend Dr., expressed concern that the Council does not listen to public concerns and asked how many flags need to be bought and what the cost is for an employee to take the flags up and down. Dr. Larry Rhodes commented that the American Flag needs to have special lighting and needs to be taken down at the end of the day. He also commented on the shuttle buses and agreed that the City needs them, but he feels that taxis would be effective for persons that cannot leave their home and need to be picked up at their home. -- Wilbur Smith, 21630 Fairwind Ln., commented on the Economic Development of Diamond Bar and how to get businesses in the City. Max Maxwell stated that he supports the shuttle bus program and suggested that students that attend Mt. Sac be shuttled. JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 4 Mike Lowe, 1124 Cleghorn, felt concerned that three of Councilmembers sent three major employers away. Barbara Beach-Courchesne, 2021 Peaceful Hills Rd., reminded the public that two of the Councilmembers had nothing to do with Hamburger Hamlet and advised the Council that services will eventually outweigh revenue and asked what kind of savings is set up for the City. Oscar Law also mentioned that the City doesn't need expenditures for buses, drivers, insurance, etc., if taxi cabs are used instead. C/Ansari advised that the costs of these shuttle buses will come out of transportation fund money that the City has been selling off to other cities. She asked staff to look into taxi costs. She also advised that none of the Councilmembers are trying to stop Economic Development and the Council is united. CM/Belanger advised that the third payment had been made to the Water District and that the City needs the title in order to dispose of the land and a certain process -- must be following if the Council wishes to dispose of it. MPT/Harmony asked how the Water District property fits in with Mr. Arciero's property. CM/Belanger advised that 4 acres of the southeast tip of that property is the Water District property and the balance of that property is Mr. Arciero's. He stated that, in order for the proposed map to work, Mr. Arciero would have to have title of that 4 acre property. C/Papen moved that payments for the Water District property be accelerated with a reflection in the budget of $200,000 for the final purchase. Motion died for lack of a second. C/Papen moved, M/Werner seconded to approve 24 full-time employees, eliminate the staff position of Public Works Director and continue contracting for these services and authorize the 14 part-time positions. MPT/Harmony expressed concerns in hiring a full-time engineer versus a contracting agency. C/Ansari advised that a management study should be done to see whether it would be more cost effective for the City to have a full-time or contracting agency. C/Miller advised that it's not the Council's place to make accusations about the contracting agency. JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 5 M/Werner advised that he has not heard a recommendation from staff whether there would be a land purchase or land swap. It was moved by C/Papen, seconded by M/Werner to adopt Resolution No. 94-35 entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING AND ADOPTING A BUDGET FOR THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR FOR THE FISCAL YEAR COMMENCING JULY 1, 1994 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 1995 INCLUDING MAINTENANCE AND OPERATIONS, SPECIAL FUNDS AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS FOR ACCOUNTS, DEPARTMENTS, DIVISIONS, OBJECTS AND PURPOSES THEREIN SET FORTH. It was further agreed that the position of Public Works Director be removed from the approved employee classification list and directed that a management audit be conducted. Motion carried unanimously by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS - Miller, Ansari, Papen, MPT/ Harmony, M/Werner NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS - None ADJOURNMENT: M/Werner adjourned the Adjourned Regular Meeting at 7:35 p.m. CALL TO ORDER: M/Werner called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:35 p.m. ROLL CALL: Mayor Werner, Mayor Pro Tem Harmony, Councilmembers Ansari and Papen. C/Miller was excused. Also present were Terrence L. Belanger, City Manager; Frank Usher, Assistant City Manager; Michael Montgomery, Interim City Attorney; George Wentz, Interim City Engineer; Bob Rose, Community Services Director; Jim DeStefano, Community Development Director and Lynda Burgess, City Clerk. 3. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, CERTIFICATES, ETC. - None. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Dave Reynolds, 1160-C N. Golden Springs, commented on the SRRE and implementation of the mandated law. Max Maxwell requested clarification regarding the Water District property and the drafted General Plan. He advised that staff is making too many mistakes, i.e., using the term "errata" versus a revision. He also questioned why GPAC was created since most of the issues are going to be changed in the General Plan. ICA/Montgomery advised that the term "errata" is used JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 6 when mistakes are found and a correction is made. CDD/DeStefano explained that the vision statement was improperly restated in the Land Use Element; therefore, a July 13, 1994 Errata sheet was produced to indicate that the vision statement should be struck and underlined. He advised that the Planning Commission's revisions to the Plan are forthcoming and will be a part of the Commission's packet later this week. Wilbur Smith, 21630 Fairwind Ln., asked about the status of the sewage problem in "The Country." CM/Belanger reported that a status report would be agendized for the next meeting and that the Council previously directed "The Country" residents to approach a variety of tasks related to the ground versus sewer water. He advised that "The Country" residents will provide a status report after 45 days. Gillian Ray, Children's Librarian, D.B. Library, presented a "thank you" card to the Council from the children of the library for additional funding. Mimi Chan, 1253 Deerfield P1., expressed concern regarding the Planning Commission's approval of a room addition at 1243 Deerfield. She stated that several neighbors are dissatisfied with this addition. ICA/Montgomery advised that Ms. Chan has two days to file an Appeal of the Commission's decision; however, Ms. Chan should terminate this conversation if she is going to appeal. Mike Lowe, 11824 Cleghorn, commented on MPT/Harmony's verbal abuse of employees at Finance Committee meetings and asked for a formal censure of Harmony, a formal letter of apology with Harmony and Council's signatures, and a formal written policy statement and procedure to be adopted by this Council regarding code of conduct. Jim Paul, 1269 Ahtena Drive, objected to the "Pomona City Limits" sign from the 60 freeway transition road and 57 freeway northbound. M/Werner advised that this discussion has come up before and the sign is there because the Highway Patrol needs to know where a traffic concern happens. Frank Dursa suggested that Council adopt a Resolution requiring Councilmembers running for higher office to resign from Council. He also commented on Mr. Lowe constantly attacking MPT/Harmony. Terry Birrell advised that at the Finance Committee JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 7 meeting, there was no abuse from MPT/Harmony toward any employees or others. 5. COUNCIL COMMENTS: C/Ansari advised that she was also at the Finance Meeting and there was no abuse to anyone. She suggested that the Council adopt a Resolution to limit campaign spending on council seats. C/Papen reported that the reason for the closed session last week was to ask for Mr. Harmony's resignation from the Finance Committee. She advised that the Walnut/ Diamond Bar Amateur Theater's play is "Midsummer Nights Dream", call (909)865-6615 for tickets. MPT/Harmony commented on the City's fiscal accountability and monies being spent by the City without approval by the Council. He advised that he was forced to resign from the Finance Committee for asking questions. He further advised that he wants a complete and thorough audit and a complete executive management and personnel review in order to establish accountability. M/Werner advised that MPT/Harmony resigned from the -- Finance Committee without being asked to and that MPT/Harmony was not verbally abusive to anyone; however he was threatening. He stated that no decision had been made regarding "The Country's" sewage problem and that action had been threatened by the County Health Department. RECESS: M/Werner recessed the meeting at 8:45 p.m. RECONVENE: M/Werner reconvened the meeting at 8:55 p.m. 6. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: 6.1 Concert in the Park - July 20, 1994 - 6:30-8:00 p.m., Eddie Reed - Swing Band - Sycamore Canyon Park, 22930 Golden Springs Rd. 6.2 Planning Commission - July 25, 1994 - 7:00 p.m., AQMD Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 6.3 Concert in the Park - July 27, 1994 - 6:30 - 8:00 p.m., Cody Bryant Band - Country Western/Blue Grass - Sycamore Canyon Park, 22930 Golden Springs Rd. 6.4 COL Technical Committee - July 27, 1994 - 7:00 p.m., City Hall, 21660 E. Copley Dr. 6.5 Parks & Recreation Commission - July 28 1994 - 7:00 p.m., Heritage Park Community Center, 2900 S. Brea Canyon Rd. 6.6 Multi -Cultural - August 1, 1994 - 7:00 p.m., AQMD Room CC -2, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 6.7 City Council Meeting - August 2, 1994 - 7:00 p.m., AQMD Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr. JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 8 7. CONSENT CALENDAR: C/Papen moved, C/Ansari seconded to approve the Consent Calendar. With the following Roll Call vote, motion carried: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS - NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS - ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS - Papen, Ansari, MPT/Harmony, M/Werner None Miller MPT/Harmony abstained from voting on Item 7.4 - Voucher Register. 7.1 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES: 7.1.1 Regular Meeting of May 23, 1994 - Received and filed. 7.1.2 Regular Meeting of June 13, 1994 - Received and filed. 7.2 TRAFFIC & TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MINUTES: 7.2.1 Regular Meeting of April 14, 1994 - Received and filed. 7.2.2 Regular Meeting of May 12, 1994 - Received and filed. 7.3 PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES: 7.3.1 Regular Meeting of March 24, 1994 - Received and filed. 7.3.2 Regular Meeting of April 28, 1994 - Received and filed. 7.3.3 Regular Meeting of May 26, 1994 - Received and filed. 7.4 APPROVED VOUCHER REGISTER DATED JULY 19, 1994 in the amount of $458,954.90. 8. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 8.1 RESOLUTION NO. 89-97H: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR AMENDING THE CITY'S CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE FOR DESIGNATED CITY PERSONNEL - CM/Belanger recommended that the Council consider adding the position of Community Relations Coordinator to the City's Conflict of Interest Code. M/Werner opened the Public Hearing. With no testimony offered, M/Werner closed the Public Hearing. C/Papen advised that disclosure of finance statements are required by State law of the City Council, City Manager, City Attorney and Planning Commissioners. She asked staff to get an answer on the City Attorney in refusing to disclose his JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 9 income per State law because of attorney client privilege. ICA/Montgomery advised that his is a client privilege situation and he will get the information for CM/ Belanger. C/Papen moved, C/Ansari seconded to adopt Resolution No. 89-97H entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR AMENDING THE CITY'S CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE FOR DESIGNATED CITY PERSONNEL. With the following Roll Call vote, motion carried: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS - Ansari, Papen, MPT/Harmony, M/Werner NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS - Miller 8.2 ADOPTION OF THE 1994 GENERAL PLAN - CM/Belanger recommended that the Public Hearing be opened on August 2, 1994 and continued to August 9, 1994. M/Werner opened the Public Hearing. Wilbur Smith, 21630 Fairwind, suggested that ground rules be established for the review process by the Planning Commission. C/Ansari requested that Councilmembers get the comments that were originally submitted by the GPAC committee, and changes that were included by the Planning Commission. Max Maxwell stated that GPAC got this document six months ago and was rushed to get it done. Barbara Beach-Courchesne questioned the intent of the City if the General Plan will be going on the ballot. She was opposed to paying for special elections. Gary Neely, 3334 Canoe Cove Dr., advised that the Planning Commission is giving the General Plan their most professional attention. He further stated that the General Plan should be on the November ballot. In response to C/AnsarV s question, CM/Belanger stated that the election request must be to the Board of Supervisors office on or before August 12, 1994. C/Miller returned to the meeting at 9:10 P.M. JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 10 C/Miller expressed concern regarding the General Plan being done correctly and indicated that it's not a big concern that the Plan gets done before the election. MPT/Harmony asked staff if the Council could adopt the General Plan, and then at a later date change the General Plan if needed. M/Werner advised this his target for the General Plan is for the November ballot with an effective date for the Plan of October 31, 1994. C/Papen suggested that the Public Hearing on the General Plan be closed and Council discussion continued to August 9, 1994. C/Ansari and MPT/Harmony expressed appreciation to the persons who served on GPAC. C/Miller moved, C/Papen seconded to close the Public Hearing and re -notice the Council Public Hearing when the Planning Commission has completed its review of the General Plan. Motion carried unanimously by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 9. OLD BUSINESS: COUNCILMEMBERS - COUNCILMEMBERS - COUNCILMEMBERS - Miller, Ansari, Papen, MPT/Harmony and M/Werner None None 9.1 APPROVAL OF TRACT NO. 47851 LOCATED EASTERLY OF WAGON TRAIN LANE -OAK KNOLL DRIVE, ET AL, IN "THE COUNTRY" - C/Papen stated that if this property was sold with a "no building restriction" then the language would not allow any building or removal of that language and asked if the two lots could be built on for recreational purposes. She questioned why annexation into the "Country" was not included as a condition of approval when it was supposed to be. CE/Wentz advised that a recreational facility could be built but structures could not. CM/Belanger explained that the conditions of the map do not reflect annexation and that the requirements were that the developer comply with CC&Rs that apply to other properties in "The Country." JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 11 C/Ansari stated that Gregory Delgado and Kurt Nelson are the only people on record and asked who the developers are. She expressed concern about voting for approval of this project without Council review of the CC&Rs. CM/Belanger advised that Diamond Bar East Partners, Ltd. is the Partnership of Gregory Delgado, President and Kurt Nelson, Secretary. He advised that this project was approved in June 1992 and has taken that long because of all of the conditions. C/Papen advised that she wants to see the details on the Schabarum trail and the equestrian trail. Kurt Nelson advised that the conditions of approval of the CC&Rs requires that they substantially comply with "The Country." The CC&Rs went through several drafts submitted to Community Development and "The Country." Since the final map was found to substantially comply with the approved vesting tentative map and every prerecording condition has been met, he requested that the Council approve the map for recording. ICA/Montgomery advised that, according to Code, once the engineers have signed off that the conditions have been met, the Council can put the issue off only one meeting. In response to M/Werner's question regarding the bases for rejection, ICA/Montgomery answered that the Council can reject if there is a finding that the applicant has not substantially complied with the conditions of the tentative map. Wilbur Smith, 21630 Fairwind Ln., advised that lots 18 and 19 have geological/hazardous problems and the deed should show these problems. He indicated that the owners of lots 17 and 20 should be apprised of these hazardous conditions. C/Miller advised that the City should not put any language in the deeds concerning the lots that are not affected because of property values. ICA/Montgomery advised that the City will not be getting involved in any deeding language. Dr. Lawrence Rhodes suggested that a proper equestrian trail remain through those properties. Jack Healy, 23041 Aspen Knoll Dr., commented on the ground being geologically safe and sound and the JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 12 City should protect itself from any future lawsuits. Barbara Beach-Courchesne asked why the Council is dragging its feet on this project when all paperwork has been approved. Mr. Nelson advised that his company met with many representatives concerning geological consider- ations for every lot in this tract and to make sure that all were safe and sound. He advised that lots 18 and 19 were specifically discussed and it was decided not to build at this time until further studies could be conducted. M/Werner asked Mr. Nelson if he would agree to a postponement of this matter allowing staff to come back with a report on issues that have been raised. Mr. Nelson replied that he could not agree with a postponement. MPT/Harmony stated that he will be abstaining from this item. C/Ansari moved, C/Miller seconded to continue this item to the next Regular Meeting. With the following Roll Call vote, motion carried: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS - C/Miller, Ansari, Papen, M/Werner NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS - None ABSTAIN: COUNCILMEMBERS - MPT/Harmony 10.2 RESOLUTION NO. 94-36: REQUEST FOR PARKING ALONG SOUTHBOUND DIAMOND BAR BLVD. BETWEEN ACACIA HILL AND MORNING CANYON ROAD - CM/Belanger reported that the Traffic & Transportation Commission recommended that parking be approved for a two-year period; however, he indicated that staff recommended to the Traffic & Transportation Commission that the parking not be approved. MPT/Harmony asked if they use traffic control officers and if the church has any objection in paying for the signing. CM/Belanger advised that traffic control officers are not used and staff feels the safety issues in front of the church are great. If the Council adopts the Resolution, then the Council should require retaining at least two sheriff officers to provide traffic control. Monsignor Lackman, Pastor of St. Denis, stated that JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 13 he represented 450 families in his church and that his congregation would have no problem in paying for the sheriff officers. In response to C/Miller's question, CM/Belanger advised that Calvary Chapel has sheriff services for about $20,000 yearly. C/Papen stated that members of the congregation can be sworn officers volunteering their time for parking and directing and that a 6 -month trial period seemed reasonable to her. She further indicated that she doesn't have a problem with the City spending $2,000 for a sign change and sheriff control on holidays. Martha Bruske advised that she is not in favor of parking on Diamond Bar Blvd. because of the bicycle lane. Jack Gutowski, 1866 Kiowa Crest, suggested that the Senior Patrol provide traffic control and limit the costs for these churches. C/Miller moved, C/Ansari seconded to adopt Resolution No. 94-36 entitled: RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR PERMITTING PARKING ON SUNDAYS ALONG SOUTHBOUND DIAMOND BAR BOULEVARD BETWEEN ACACIA HILL ROAD AND MORNING CANYON ROAD, and denying the two-year restriction recommended by the Traffic & Transbortation Commission. Motion carried unanimously by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS - Miller, Ansari, Papen, MPT/Harmony, M/Werner NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS - None 9.5 DISCUSSION RE: INVITATION FROM MAYOR OF HAICHENG CITY, LIAONING PROVINCE, CHINA, FOR A DELEGATION FROM THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR TO ATTEND THE THIRD INTERNATIONAL FOLK ARTS FESTIVAL - M/Werner reported that the festival is scheduled for August 26, 1994 and asked if the Council should participate on behalf of D.B. Oscar Law, 21511 Pathfinder, and Frank Dursa advised that they do not agree with the City paying for this trip. Dr. Lawrence Rhodes suggested that Chinese -speaking residents of D.B. could be the City's JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 14 representative and travel to China on their own. Richard Callard, President, D.B. Sister City Assn., advised that D.B. does not have a Sister City but is in the process of getting a profile. He further stated that the City should not go to China and ask them to be our Sister City. C/Papen stated that having a Sister City is a great economic development for the City. C/Ansari agreed with C/Papen in having a Sister City but disagreed with the City for providing funds for this trip. M/Werner advised that he would not go if it was not sanctioned by the Council and at no cost to the City. MPT/Harmony commented that he supported the Sister City program but would like to see the appropriate sister city group participate in this and that D.B. is not ready. He also spoke about human rights and that this is Red China. M/Werner moved, C/Papen seconded to sanction the trip to China but with no expense to the City. With the following Roll Call vote, motion carried: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS - Miller, Ansari, Papen, M/Werne NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS - MPT/Harmony ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS - None 10.1 INSTALLATION OF DIAGONAL PARKING AT HERITAGE PARK COMMUNITY CENTER - CE/Wentz reported that there was a request from the Senior Citizens Club to increase parking availability along Brea Canyon Rd. adjacent to Heritage Community Park. He stated that the Traffic & Transportation Commission recommended approval; however, staff had concerns regarding backing into traffic with distance from the spaces to the road of only 181. In response to MPT/Harmony, CE/Wentz indicated that the Traffic & Transportation Commission felt that the added convenience for users of the facility made sense and that there is sufficient space on the street to make the maneuver. He reiterated that staff felt there may be sufficient space, but a conflict exists from vehicles backing out into the traffic on Brea Canyon Rd. Oscar Law stated that seniors meet mostly in mid-day and that he has experienced very little JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 15 traffic at that time. He asked the Council to give the seniors a chance. C/Ansari commented that there are only two handicap parking spaces and they are located at the end of the building and indicated that staff needs to look into placement of a stop sign Brea Canyon Rd. C/Papen moved to disallow diagonal parking, but instead install three handicapped spaces with the remaining spaces designated for carpool parking. Motion died for lack of a second. M/Werner directed staff to bring back warrant studies regarding a new speed limit of 25 in front of the park and a stop sign and to install three handicapped parking spaces with some being carpool spaces. With the exception of C/Papen, Council agreed to this approach. 9.2 DISCUSSION RE: ORDER OF AGENDA ITEMS, BEGINNING TIME FOR REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS, AND OTHER ISSUES RELATED TO THE CONDUCT OF CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS - Continued to August 2, 1994. 9.3 BROWN ACT - EFFECT UPON CITY COUNCIL, LESS THAN A QUORUM - Continued to August 2, 1994. 9.4 DISCUSSION RE: CITY COUNCIL SUB COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS - Continued to August 2, 1994. 9.6 DISCUSSION RE: PUBLIC IMPROVEMENT SIGNS CARRYING NAMES OF COUNCIL MEMBERS - Continued to August 2, 1994. 9.7 CITY ATTORNEY REQUEST FOR DIRECTION ON AMICUS CURIAE MATTERS - Continued to August 2, 1994. 11. ANNOUNCEMENTS: None. 12. CLOSED SESSION: May convene to consider: Matters of pending litigation (G.C. 54956.9), Personnel 5495. 8). Records not cava lable for publisale of real c inspection - 54956.8). No Closed Session held. 13. ADJOURNMENT: There being 710 further business to conduct, M/Werner adjourned the ;yes:::inq at 11:43 p.m. LYIiTaA BT;RjtnErS�$, City Clerk ATTEST: JULY 19, 1994 PAGE 16