HomeMy WebLinkAbout04/30/1996 Minutes - Adj. Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING
OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
APRIL 30, 1996
CALL TO ORDER:
at 6:40 p.m., in the AQMD
California.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Council Member Harmony.
Mayor Ansari called the meeting to order
Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley, Diamond Bar,
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by
ROLL CALL: Council Members Harmony, Herrera,
Werner, Mayor Pro Tem Huff and Mayor Ansari.
Also present were Terrence L. Belanger, City Manager; Frank Usher,
Assistant City Manager; Michael Jenkins, City Attorney; George Wentz,
Public Works Director, James DeStefano, Community Development Director;
Bob Rose, Community Services Director and Lynda Burgess, City Clerk.
2. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS, CERTIFICATES, ETC.:
2.1 Proclaimed•May 11, 1996 as "Letter Carriers' Food Drive Day."
2.2 Proclaimed May, 1996 as "Goodwill Month.'
2.3 COMMUNITY PERSON OF THE MONTH:
2.3.1 Presented a Certificate of Recognition to Greg Kim, Olympic
Torch Carrier.
2.3.2 Presented a Certificate of Recognition to Carole Scanlon for
being awarded the CTA American Indian and Alaskan Human
Rights Award and her efforts with the American Indians.
2.4 Introduced Rose Manela, newly appointed Asst. Civil Engineer.
MIAnsari announced that as of Friday, May 17, 1996, the City will be
losing Troy Butzlaff, who has taken a job with the City of Indian Wells.
Asst. to CMButzlaff confirmed that he had formally resigned and
stated that he had enjoyed working with Council and staff but that his
new position would place him nearer to his family.
2.5 Peter Chang, District Division Chief of Construction, CalTrans District
7, stated that in response to an inquiry by the City Council and
concems from the public, representatives from CalTrans were present
to respond to the HOV Rt. 57 Project. Mr. Chang introduced Ron
Kozinski, Environmental Planning.
Mr. Kozinski introduced Ernie Ardellas, Office Chief and resident
Engineer for the project and liaison between the public and staff when .
there are questions.
Mr. Chang displayed a map of the future HOV lane which will extend
from the northbound Rt. 60/57 interchange south to Lambert Rd. in
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Brea. The contract is funded by MTA and OCTA. In order to construct an
HOV lane in the median, major on and off ramp modifications must be done
to shift the land. The major work for the on/off ramp mod cation is
separated into two stages: Detour Plan Stage 1A currently under
construction and then Detour Stage 1 B. Stages 1 A and 1 B are expected to
be completed before the end of 1996. He explained that Detour Plan Stage
1 A would include the southbound side of Brea Canyon Cut-off on ramp
which is currently closed. For the detour, traffic can go from Brea Canyon
Cut-off to Pathfinder Rd. and use that on-ramp. Southbound, Brea Canyon
Rd off -ramp is closed. On the northbound side, Brea Canyon Rd. on-ramp
is closed, the detour would be D.B. Blvd. northbound on-ramp. D.B. Blvd.
off -ramp is closed with the next exit at Pathfinder Rd. Work on the on/off
ramps normally takes approximately six months; however, CalTrans has cut
the project to two months. Following this work, the next ramps to be closed
will be Pathfinder Rd. on-ramp. Regarding Detour Stage 1 B, he stated that
the southbound on-ramp from Pathfinder Rd. and off -ramp northbound Rt.
57 to Pathfinder Rd. will be closed. Also, the D.B. Blvd. on-ramp
southbound off and northbound out, the opposite side of those two ramps
will be closed. After the two stages are complete, the ramp will be open to
traffic while the contractor continues to work on the freeway median area.
In response to C/Wemer, Mr. Chang stated that from the planning stage to
the construction stage takes approximately two years.
C/Wemer stated that he didn't recall any public meetings within the past two
years to announce .the project and identify local concerns. Further, in
looking at the plans, it appeared as though CalTrans is not concerned about
the impact on local traffic patterns.
Mr. Kozinski stated that CalTrans conducted some scoping meetings in 1991
and posted public notices on this project. They then went through the
environmental process through 1992, conducted a lot of noise readings and
air quality studies and a variety of other studies. In 92-93, a meeting was
held at the AQMD wherein CalTrans solicited public input and the City's
concerns were then addressed in the final EIR, which was done in late 93.
CalTrans Design Department then designed the project and the plans were
completed when funding finally became available. Through the entire
process, there was minimum discussion for the potential and length of
detours. It was acknowledged in the environmental document that there
would be detours and closures, but they were not very specific. He
suggested that CalTrans and City staff sit down together and figure out what
can be done to alleviate the traffic problem being caused by the freeway
construction.
M/Ansari expressed concern that notification should have been sent to the
public and the City much sooner than they were.
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Mr. Kozinski apologized for the short notice that had been given to
the City regarding the on/off ramp closures.
C/Herrera stated that she had received a lot of calls from the public
regarding the construction of soundwalls and asked for the exact
locations of them.
Mr. Kozinski displayed an aerial photograph showing the soundwalls
to be consbilded on the east side of the freeway from D.B. Blvd. to
Cold Spring Rd. An existing wall runs along the residential property
from D.B. Blvd. and terminates at Trigger Ln. which will be extended
to the vacant area. The reason that the wall was not extended past
Cold Spg. Ln. is that the criteria for a soundwall is to have a 67 dB
reading or higher which would be reduced by 5 dBs with the average
cost per house at $35,000. The area in question did not warrant
consideration of a soundwall.
C/Herrera asked how the data could be considered current if the
readings were taken four years ago.
Mr. Kozinski stated that the readings could be obtained again;
however, the test was conducted during a 24 hr. period utilizing the
LAO equivalent which means they take the highest ten minute to 1 hr.
reading. He further stated that two staff members had been in the
area around 9 or 10 a.m. today to take 10 minute readings to see if
they were relatively Gose to previous readings. Further, he stated
that the readings could be conducted at rush hour and if they are
above 67 dB, CalTrans would have to look into amending the contract
to add a sound wall from Cold Spg. to some location by the high
school and find about $200,000.
Mr. Chang stated that since the contract is funded by MTA and
OCTA, arty additional scope of work would have to have their Boards'
approval.
C/Herrera expressed concern about the timeliness of getting a
reading as soon as possible so that if the area does qualify for a
soundwall, requests will be put into all the appropriate agencies to
gain approval so all of the construction can be done at one time.
Mr. Kozinski stated that CalTrans can take readings either Thursday
or Friday of this week, at locations chosen by Council with
Councilmembers in attendance.
C/Harmony advised that he had received complaints from residents
in the "triangle area" where Rt 57 ties into RL 60 and asked CalTrans
to look at noise levels there since the freeway appears to be level
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with the neighborhood.
Mr. Kozinski agreed that readings could be taken in that area as well.
He further stated that the environmental document took into
consideration three separate projects: this project; improvement on
Rt. 60; and the HOV lanes from Brea Canyon Cut-off to Phillips
Ranch to match up with the HOV lanes coming in from San
Bernardino- County. Soundwalls are proposed at these other
locations but some walls are being removed because of the
topography.
C/Werner suggested that if the outside lanes are being moved closer
to the homes, noise readings should be taken 12 feet away from the
actual property lines of homes.
Mr. Kozinski stated that that would be appropriate and that he is sure
that CalTrans staff takes that into consideration when they set up the
equipment.
Craig Clute expressed concern about how much the sound levels will
go up on the other side of the freeway after the soundwall is
constructed. Further, he was concerned about temporary stop signs
and closures of on/off ramps. He asked for the scope of the three
projects that were discussed and the time frame for each project. He
further explained that they would take new readings at the areas
described by Mr. Clute, specifically around Cold Spg., Sunbright and
Fountain Spgs. Regarding noise levels after soundwalis are
constiWed, he stated that there is no demonstrated measurable way
to prove that the noise level goes up from being bounced off a
soundwall.
In response to C/Herrera, Mr. Chang stated that bid opening for the
Rt. 60 project from L.A. County/San Bernardino County Line to Rt.
57/Rt. '60 interchange HOV lane is sometime this week. He further
stated that CalTrans recognizes the impact to the traveling public as
well as the lack of public information and have already taken some
mitigation measures. He reported that the Public Information Office
will be in San Dimas instead of downtown L.A. and will be responsible
for preparation of advanced public notification and making sure that
it is distributed to the City as well as the to traveling public in advance
of any coming closure. Many information signs will be installed along
the streets; specifically, Brea Canyon Rd., Pathfinder Rd. and D.B. _
Blvd. with larger lettering so that they can be seen more clearly.
CalTrans has also asked the contractor to lease a changeable
message sign board to be placed in advance of any ramp closure
three days in advance. Further, CalTrans staff is working with City
staff to modify some of the signal timing to provide the maximum left
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turn movement; however, there are a few that are under the
jurisdiction of the City of Brea and County of L.A. and will have to
work with them to modify these. Lastly, he stated that they will work
with City staff to address any concerns or issues that may surface
and try to solve them. Completion dates for Stages 1 A and 1 B would
be before the end of 1996.
C/Harmony explained that the area he spoke about is near Via
Sorella and Golden Spgs. at the interchange.
Mr. Chang indicated that CalTrans would look into the area.
CM/Belanger asked about the linear cost per foot for soundwalls.
Mr. Kozinski stated that he didn't have that figure; however, they use
a $1 million per mile figure.
CMemer stated that it was $1,000 per foot.
CM/Belanger stated that there are three projects going on at the
same time and asked 9 CalTrans is coordinating their projects in such
a way that there is an overlap and reported that the impact of all of
them will be on the City. He suggested that, when working with staff,
CalTrans try to coordinate the it forrmation related to the other projects
and on the impacts that will occur as a result.
C/Werner reported that, at the Grand Ave. exit near the 57/60
interchange, a sign directs traffic through D.B. to Chino Hills.
Removal of the sign would help mitigate some of the traffic.
Mr. Chang stated that he was no(familiar with it, but would check into
it.
MPT/Huff stated that the logical place to put the sign would be by
Chino Hills Parkway.
Mr. Kozinski suggested that the City write to CalTrans asking for the
sign to be removed.
Martha Bruske asked if an anti -graffiti spray could be placed on the
soundwalls and asked Council to address the problem with freeway
noise and indicate to CalTrans where and when to take the readings
of the noise, as well as be in attendance, when readings are taken.
Ernie Schute, 2623 Sunbright Dr., stated that freeway noise is an
issue that needs to be addressed. He invited CalTrans to take the
noise readings from his backyard.
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3. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Belinda Faustino, Deputy Executive
Officer, Wildlife Corridor Conservation Authority, stated that she was in
attendance this evening to speak in favor of the Resolution on the agenda
tonight.
At the request of C/Herrera, Ms. Faustino stated that the National Heritage
Measure being considered would provide a mechanism for identifying
heritage areas nation -vide that are not quite national recreation areas but
recognizes the area. The Puente/Chino Hills area is one of the only areas
on the west coast that is being considered for nomination. As part of the
Wildlife Corridor Conservation Authority efforts, they have determined that
there is a sig Acard amount of cultural heritage that needs to be brought to
the attention of the general public along with the wildlife corridor aspects.
Terry Birrell stated that she was mimed about the upcoming Closed
Session regarding negotiation of property for Lots 92 and 93 and that there
is no solicitation of public comments. She commented on the Appraisal
conducted by American Appraisal Associates of the City's computer
hardware and software donations.
Craig Clute asked who was responsible for the trees at the Grand Ave./Rt 57 --
interchange because there must be 2 dozen that are either dead or down,
and asked that they be better maintained.
4. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS:
4.1 City Council Meeting - May 7, 1996 - 6:30 p.m., AQMD Auditorium,
21865 E. Copley Dr.
4.2 Traffic & Transportation Commission - May 9, 1996 - 7:00 p.m.,
AQMD Hearing Board Room, 21865 E. Copley Dr.
4.3 Planning Commission - May 13, 1996 - 7:00 p.m., AQMD Auditorium,
21865 E. Copley Dr.
4.4 City Council Meeting - May 21, 1996 - 6:30 p.m., AQMD Auditorium,
21865 E. Copley Dr.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR: C/Wemer moved, C/Harmony seconded
to approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of Items 5.6, 5.9 and
amendment to Item 5.4, Voucher Register, in the amount of $127.08.
5.1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES:
5.1.1 Regular Meeting of April 2, 1996 -Approved as submitted. —
5.1.2 Regular Meeting of April 16, 1996 - Approved as submitted.
5.2 RECEIVED & FILED TRAFFIC & TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
MINUTES - Regular Meeting of March 14, 1996.
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5.3 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES:
5.3.1 * Regular Meeting of March 11, 1996 - Received & filed.
5.3.2 Regular Meeting of March 25,1996- Received & filed.
5.4 VOUCHER REGISTER - Approved amended Voucher
Register dated April 30, 1996 in the amount of 789,811.35.
5.5 RECEIVED & FILED TREASURER'S REPORT - Month of
March, 1996.
5.7 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 96-29: A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR,
CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE SPECIAL
MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON MARCH 26, 1996,
DECLARING THE RESULT AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS
AS PROVIDED BY LAW.
5.8 APPROVED SPECIAL PERMITS TO MASTER RECYCLING
CENTER AND ALPINE PAPER RECYCLING TO PROVIDE
RECYCLING SERVICES IN THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR.
5.10 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 96-30: A RESOLUTION OF
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
SUPPORTING SENATE BILL 1676.
MATTERS WITHDRAWN FROM CONSENT CALENDAR:
5.6ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 96-31: A RESOLUTION OF
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
SUPPORTING THE NOMINATION OF THE PUENTE-CHINO
HILLS FOR CONSIDERATION AS A NATIONAL HERITAGE
CORRIDOR AREA - C/Herrera stated that she had removed
this item from the Consent Calendar so that she could read it
in its entirety. She further stated that this Resolution would
help preserve Tonner Canyon.
WAnsari moved, C/Her era seconded to adopt Resolution No.
96-31. With the following Roll Call vote, motion carried:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony, Herrera,
Wenner, MPT/Huff,
M/Ansari
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
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5.9 LOCAL GOVERNMENT EDUCATION - C/Herrera asked staff to
clarify that only two teachers from each school district would be
chosen to participate in the Institute.
CM/Belanger stated that the intent is for two teachers from each
school district, for a total of four.
M/Ansari moved, C/Herrera seconded to approve the transfer of
$4,800 to Acct. No. 001-4090-2330, General Government, Travel &
Conferences from Acct. No. 001-4096-4000, Economic Development -
Professional Services to provide funds for local government training
Institute attendance by four teachers, two from each school district.
With the following Roll Call vote, motion carried:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony, Herrera, Werner,
MPT/Huff, M/Ansari
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None
7. OLD BUSINESS:
7.1 ONE YEAR EXTENSION OF CONTRACT WITH DIVERSIFIED
PARATRANSIT FOR DIAMOND RIDE SERVICES - CM/Belanger
reported that this is for a one-year extension with Diversified
Paratransit, Inc. for Diamond Ride services extending the contract
through July 1, 1997, in the amount of $192,000 per year.
C/Werner moved, C/Herrera seconded to approve a one year
extension of the contract with Diversified Paratransit, Inc for Diamond
Ride services in the amount of $192,000 per year or a maximum of
$16,000 per month. With the following Roll Call vote, motion carried:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Herrera, Werner, MPT/Huff,
M/Ansari
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony
8. NEW BUSINESS:
8.1 CITY MANAGER EVALUATION AND GOAL SETTING - CM/Belanger
stated that this matter should be more appropriately called City
Council goal setting. The City Manager evaluation will take place
later on in the agenda.
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CM/Belanger stated that on April 16, 1996, Council began a goal
setting process in a work session. At that work session, Council
identified several dozen goals for the City, which were categorized as
short term, long term and medium term. Staff listed those goals in
matrix form so that Council can prioritize them, which will culminate
with the Strategic Planning Workshop where Council and the
community will finalize a strategic plan for the future for the City. The
second aspect of the goal setting is to identify in the short term,
issues that ought to be included in 1996-97 fiscal year budget so that
the document which will be handed out in the next two to three weeks
will reflect to the maximum extent possible those goals that are
believed to be priorities that should be a part of the expenditure policy
for 96-97.
M/Ansari suggested that the list of goals discussed at the April 16
meeting be read out loud so that the public will know what types of
items were identified.
C/Wemer stated that anyone interested in the information could
contact staff for a copy of the list, and that the process will continue
for the next few weeks.
Following discussion, CM/Belanger read the list of items being
suggested. Under the General category of Management: weekly
information memoranda with meeting event calendar reminder;
development of community calendar, which would inform the.
community of a variety of organizational events beyond those the City
itself would sponsor, strategic planning workshop; City reorganization
first to evaluate existing organization, recommending adding, deleting
or modifying classifications and to evaluate existing personnel as to
how they fit into the reorganized structure; undertake FY 97-98
shortfall; shortfall remediation planning; revise the Capital
Improvement Program to a five year CIP budget; staff team building
work sessions; classification compensation plan; development of
revised Personnel Ordinance Rules and Regulations; evaluate
software programs regarding the financial management systems;
disaster preparedness planning training and management both for the
City staff as well as for neighborhood planning; economic
development strategic plan preparation; economic and marketing
research report completion to create an economic summit;
redevelopment survey area study; redevelopment blight study;
evaluate impacts of traffic on economic development; evaluate
business registration system; evaluate vacancies at existing
commercial, retail and office centers; development code preparation,
which would include tree ordinance, hillside management ordinance
as well as other issues identified in the General Plan; land use
application and permit processing streamlining; development impact
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fee schedule preparation; revised planning, engineering and building
fee schedules; complete Pantera Park, more importantly begin
Pantera Park construction; complete Peterson Park modification;
Diamond Bar Blvd. resurfacing; Sunset Crossing resurfacing;
Pathfinder resurfacing; neighborhood traffic studies implementation;
Master Plan of parks and facilities; preparation of a Master Plan of
Youth; future City Hall planning; Master Plan of code enforcement;
City On -Line Master Plan; expand and enhance customer/client
service which includes follow-up to citizen communication; evaluate
secondary access alternative to the Diamond Ranch High School;
combine annual City birthday with 4th of July Concert in the Park;
monitor the mitigation plans for the westerly city limit landslide area;
establish publicJpublic and public/private partnerships; analyze the
feasibility of an in4xxm recreation program; analyze the adoption of
an overnight parking ordinance.
C/Werner stated that some of the items on the list seem to be follow-
up tasks to development activities and was concerned that the list is
not complete with all such followup tasks and doesn't want the public
to get the impression that these tasks are more important than others
not listed here.
Debby O'Connor, Bower Cascade PI., stressed that response time to
letters written to the City needs to be a top priority, since she is still
waiting for a response to a letter that she wrote March 28. Further,
she also stressed the need for a second road into Diamond Ranch
High School. In response to WAnsari, Mrs. O'Connor stated that her
letter was in regard to the double yellow stripe on her street.
C/Harmony stated the MRF had been left off and requested that a
resolution of that issue be on the list.
C/Werner asked that two items be added to the list: volunteer home
improvement program and expansion of the community volunteer
patrol.
C/Herrera asked that the additional information be added to the
matrix and given to the Council for ranking.
M/Ansari suggested that if there are any other comments from
Council or the public, they should contact the City Manager's office
so that they can be placed on the matrix
With no further discussion, M/Ansari moved, MPT/Huff seconded to
accept stafrs recommendation to adopt the list of goals; direct
Council to individually prioritize the itemized goals; and discuss
conducting a strategic planning workshop during summer 1996. With
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the following Roll Call vote, motion carried:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony, Herrera, Wenner,
MPT/Huff, M/Ansari
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
8.2 TRANSIT SUBSIDY PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 1995-96 -
CM/Belanger requested that Council increase the budget allocation
for the subsidy by $30,000 to be offset in revenue by $30,000. He
explained that the budget does not provide for enough to buy the
passes, which is why the budgeted amount is increased so that staff
has the authority to expend the money through the balance of the
fiscal year. This amount will be taken from Prop A funds.
C/Wemer moved, M/Ansan seconded to approve the budget
amendment as recommended by staff. With the following Roll Call
vote, motion carried:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony, Herrera, Werner,
MPT/Huff,-M/Ansari
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
9. REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: None
10. COUNCIL SUB -COMMITTEE REPORTS: MPT/Huff stated that on April
17, he and C/Wemer met as the Redevelopment Sub -Committee to review
some of the on-going items and make ism to the consultant on
the project area. He further reported that he and M/Ansari met regarding
waste hauling with staff and made recommendations. On April 24, he
chaired the Council of Governments "Grade Crossing Study" to look into the
impacts of tripling rail freight from LA. to the Colton rail.yard and how it will
impact streets in the San Gabriel Valley. An RFP will be going out in the
next couple of days. On April 24, he attended the City -On -Line
subcommittee meeting where it was recommended that the current software
be switched to the latest software which basically emulates a Home Page.
This would allow for more callers on line with equipment that is also being
recommended. A Users Group will be forming which will begin on May 7 at
Heritage Park at 7:00 p.m.
C/Herrera stated that she had gone in place of the Mayor to the Mt. Sac
Relay Kick-off Dinner on April 27 and reported that the participants were
pleased that there was a representative from the City in attendance. She
further stated that both she and the Mayor are members of the Economic
Development Committee and that they are about to embark with two other
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Council Members and four staff members on a trip to Las Vegas to the
Conference of International Shopping Centers. She and M/Ansari displayed
the packets of City materials to be given out during the conference.
WAnsari noted that some of the businesses in the City are going through a
remodeling stage such as Chuckle Cheese, Carl's Jr. and the Chinese
restaurant on Gentle Spgs.
C/Wemer advised that he attended the County Sanitation District meeting
and that he wanted to let everyone know that there is an annual facility tour
offered to everyone and that interested parties should contact staff to
provide the coordinating information.
M/Ansari stated that she attended the San Gabriel Commerce and Cities
Consortium which is activity campaigning to increase membership and to
network with businesses in the San Gabriel Valley. She further reported that
she is on the Council of Governments and an area of concern is siting
places for trash, and unless new areas are found within fifteen years, we will
not be able to send our trash anywhere. She and Council Members Herrera
and Werner went on a VIP bus tour last Thursday with the WVUSD and
visited South Pointe Middle School. They also visited Maple Hill Elementary
School and the School District is looking for partnerships in the business
community and with the City. Further, she is on the Legislative Committee
with the So. Calif. Assn. of Govts. and is the District Representative. SCAG
is scheduling a meeting with legislators for August 15 called "California First"
to try to convey to Congressional representatives that whenever legislation
is looked at, they think of California first. Both she and C/Herrera attended
the "Woman of Distinction Awards" for the YMCA. She and C/Harmony
attended the Caesar Chavez dedication to the Delores Huerta Media Room
and the Hilda Celaese Library at Cal Poly.
11. COUNCIL COMMENTS:
C/Harmony thanked Council for the flowers sent for his Mother's funeral. He
stated that he had attended the Cal Poly Caesar Chavez Center opening
and presented them with a Certificate of Recognition. He also met with Mrs.
Huerta.
MPTP stated that on the tour of the schools, he had picked up the school
newspaper and read an editorial written by Daniel Chung, Editor -in -Chief of
the paper, regarding teenage deaths and crime. He suggested that the
Council adopt a truancy ordinance as well as a curfew ordinance to enable
the Sheriffs Department to enforce truancy between the hours of 8:00 a.m.
and 1:30 p.m. He spoke on open space and pointed out that Section Three
of the General Plan deals with Resource Management. He recommended
that Sections C and D, page 3-8 be put on the front burner with a citizen -
based committee to define what "open space: is and prioritize these parcels
APRIL 30, 1996
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for acquisition and then identify methods for acquisition and/or funding
sources. Finally, he announced that May 2 is "National Day of Prayer."
C/Henwa extended her sympathies to C/Harmony on the loss of his mother.
She thanked WVUSD for their efforts, as well as both the Walnut and D.B.
Chambers of Commerce in hosting 100 individuals who toured the schools.
WAnsari proclaimed May 6-12,1996 as "Hire a Veteran Week." She stated
that she had attended the first "Record -a -Thor" for the Pomona Valley
Recording for the Blind and Dyslexic and announced that anyone in college
who is dyslexic can make requests for transcribed texts. She announced
that on Sunday, May 19, 1996 from 2 to 4:30 p.m., a silent art action will be
held at Harvey Mudd College, Galileo Hall. She then gave a status report
the MRF and stated that representatives from the City and Walnut met with
the City of Industry and their consultants on March 26 to discuss
transportation issues relative to the proposed Industry Materials Recovery
Facility. The cities discussed their concerns and presented a 31 page
document containing a number of transportation -related comments related
to the draft EIR. Industry indicated that they would consider the comments
as part of the draft EIR, the status of the report is unknown. The City of
Pomona will have a MRF, as well as Chino and Temple City.
12. ANNOUNCEMENTS: C/Harmony stated that he was concerned
with meeting in Closed Session regarding the Arciero property. He asked
if they would be meeting with negotiators or with Arciero.
CM/Belanger stated that he would be meeting with the City Attorney and
himself.
C/Harmony stated that he would meet, however, he felt that this was a public
issue and that no decisions should be made during Closed Session.
13. CLOSED SESSION: WAnsad recessed the meeting to Closed
Session at 9:13 p.m.
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION - (G.C. SECTION
54957) -
Title: City Manager Evaluation
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR - (G.C. SECTION
54956.9)-
Property:
4956.9)-
Property: Lots 92/93 - Tentative Tract Map. 32400 Brea
Canyon Rd. (Arciero Property)
Negotiating Parties: Arciero & Sons
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Under Negotiations: Price and terms of sale
RECONVENE: M/Ansari reconvened the meeting at 10:45 p.m.
CA/Jenkins announced that no reportable action was taken in Closed Session.
12. ADJOURNMENT: There being no furftw business to discuss,
M/Ansari adjourned the meeting in memory of Morda Beds at 10:45 p.m.
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