HomeMy WebLinkAbout07/16/1996 Minutes - Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
JULY 16, 1996
CLOSED SESSION: 5:30 p.m. in Room CC -8 at the SCAQMD,
21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California.
1.1 Conference with Legal Counsel
LITIGATION: SUBDIVISIONS (A) OF SECTION 53956.9)
Name of Case: Clair Harmony v. City of Diamond Bar Case No.
BS 039769
ADJOURNED TO REGULAR MEETING AT 6:25 P.M.
2. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Ansari called the meeting to order
at 6:37 p.m., in the SCAQMD Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond
Bar, California.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Dr.
Lawrence Rhodes.
_ ROLL CALL: Council Members Harmony, Herrera,
Werner, Mayor Pro Tem Huff, Mayor Ansari.
Also present were: Terrence L. Belanger, City Manager; Frank Usher,
Assistant City Manager; Amanda Susskind, Assistant City Attorney; James
DeStefano, Community Development Director; George Wentz, Public Works
Director, Bob Rose, Community Services Director and Lynda Burgess, City
Clerk.
3. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATES, PROCLAMATIONS:
3.1 Proclaimed July 21-27, 1996 as "Lead Poison Control Week."
3.2 Presented City Tile to retiring Los Angeles County Fire Department
Captain Mario Richard Lopez.
Amanda Susskind, Assistant City Attorney, reported that no action was taken during
the Closed Session regarding Clair Harmony V. City of Diamond Bar, Case No. BS
039769; however, direction was given to staff.
4. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Barbara Clannon, Falcon Ridge Rd., stated that
she and her neighbors were seeking DBIA assistance in attempting to
persuade a resident to comply with the CC&R's. She asked the City's
assistance in requesting- her neighbor to cease storing commercial vehicles
on the residential streets in her neighborhood. The conflict has resulted in
a decline of potential property sales in the area.
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Dr. Lawrence Rhodes pointed out that, in his opinion, the July 2 City Council
meeting was not conducted pursuant to Robert's Rules of Order. He asked
that the agenda be changed to allow Council Comments immediately
following Public Comments.
Red Calkins thanked C/Werner and CM/Belanger for attending the Three
Valleys Water District meeting last week. A small turnout resulted in
passage of the assessment.
Robert Arceo, 1106 S. Cleghom Dr., stated that although he has invited the
City Council members to attend Senior Citizens Group meetings, none have
attended. He indicated that he received an apology from C/Harmony. He
introduced Senior Citizen's Group members Albert Villa, Mr. and Mrs. Walter
Taylor, Bob and Jerry Brice, and Norm and Jodie Vail.
Martha Bruske complained about the City Council's lack of response to
citizens during Public Comments.
Terry Birrell stated that, in her opinion, the City's computer hardware and
software inventory report indicates American Appraisal Associates did not, _
as the City contends, inventory the software. The appraiser indicated an
inventory of $500,000. City Hall indicated an inventory of approximately
$100,000. The difference is unreconciled. She asked for clarification of the
discrepancy.
C/Werner stated staff and City Council make every effort to respond to all
citizen concerns. If the matter is not resolved by staff, it is brought to
Council as an agenda item. He supported the Mayor's attempt to have
business -oriented meetings by having Council Comments at the end of the
Agenda.
C/Herrera pointed out that discussion of non -agenda items by Council
Members violates the Brown Act. She also supported the Mayor's Agenda
format.
M/Ansari reiterated that non -Agenda items are not discussed during Council
meetings. Staff will either resolve the matter or refer the item to Council.
Council Members wear many hats and, as a result, are not able to attend all
scheduled meetings.
5. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS:
5.1 CONCERT IN THE PARK - Mike Henebry Orchestra (Swing/Big
Band) - July 17, 1996 - 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sycamore Canyon
Park, 22930 Golden Springs Dr.
5.2 SUNSET CROSSING ROAD STREET REHABILITATION MEETING -
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July 18, 1996 - 6:30 p.m., Deane Homes Swim Club, 1010 Overlook
Ridge Rd.
5.3 PLANNING COMMISSION - July 22, 1996 - 7:00 p.m., SCAQMD
Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr.
5.4 CONCERT IN THE PARK - Doo Wah (Country Western) - July 24,
1996 - 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sycamore Canyon Park, 22930 Golden
Springs Dr.
5.5 PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION - July 25, 1996 - 7:00 p.m.,
SCAQMD Board Hearing Room, 21865 E. Copley Dr.
5.6 CONCERT IN THE PARK - Film at Eleven (Classic 60's & 70's) - July
31, 1996 - 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sycamore Canyon Park, 22930
Golden Springs Dr.
5.7 CITY COUNCIL MEETING - August 6, 1996 - 6:30 p.m. SCAQMD
Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr.
6. CONSENT CALENDAR - C/Werner moved, MPT/Huff seconded, to approve
Consent Calendar with the exception of Item 6.12. With the following Roll
Call vote, motion carried (C/Harmony abstained from voting for approval of
the City Attorney's invoice on the Warrant Register, Item 6.4):
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony, Herrera, Werner, MPT/Huff,
M/Ansari
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
6.1 APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES:
6.1.1 Regular Meeting of June 8, 1996 as submitted.
6.1.2 Town Hall Meeting of June 22, 1996 as submitted.
6.2 RECEIVED & FILED PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES - Regular
meeting of June 10, 1996.
6.3 RECEIVED & FILED PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION
MINUTES - Regular meeting of May 23, 1996.
6.4 APPROVED VOUCHER REGISTER dated July 16, 1996 in the
amount of $280,421.19. (C/Harmony abstained from approval of the
Richards, Watson & Gershon invoice).
6.5 REJECTED CLAIM FOR DAMAGES filed by Mark Johnson May 31,
1996 and referred the matter for further action to Carl Warren & Co.,
the City's Risk Manager.
6.6 AWARDED CONTRACT FOR MINUTE SECRETARY SERVICES -
authorized the City Manager to enter into an agreement with Carol A.
Dennis for Minute Secretarial Services for City Council, Planning
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Commission, Parks & Recreation, and City Council meetings in the
amount of $21,400 for the period August 1, 1996 through June 30,
1997, with a one-year renewal option for the City.
6.7 APPROVED CHANGE ORDER #1 FOR ADDITIONAL GRAFFITI
REMOVAL WORK BY GRAFFITI CONTROL SYSTEMS, INC. FOR
THE 199511996 FISCAL YEAR in the amount of $4,500.
6.8 APPROVED AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT WITH HDL FOR
DOCUMENTARY TRANSFER TAX (Hinderliter, deLlamas, Coren &
Cone) regarding Documentary 'Transfer Tax review services,
establishing a contingency rate of 25% of County validated findings.
6.9 AWARDED CONTRACT FOR PANTERA PARK CONSTRUCTION
ADMINISTRATION AND INSPECTION SERVICES TO
HEIMBERGER HIRSCH & ASSOCIATES - authorized the Mayor to
enter into a Professional Services Agreement in an amount not to
exceed $53,040 and provided a contingency amount of $5,000 for
contract amendment(s) to be approved by the City Manager, for a
total authorization amount of $58,040.
6.10 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 96-51: A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR AUTHORIZING
THE WITf IDRAWAL OF THE CITY FROM THE EAST SAN GABRIEL
VALLEY INTEGRATED WASTE MANAGEMENT JOINT POWERS
AUTHORITY (JPA) and instructed the City Manager to prepare and
forward a 30 -day notice informing the JPA of the City's action and
referencing the Resolution.
6.11 APPROVAL OF AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO THE CONSULTING
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH J. MICHAEL HULS, R.E.A., FOR
ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES - (1) found that it is
in the City's best interest to extend the existing contract rather than
request bids for the services; and (2) authorized the Mayor to execute
Amendment No. 2 with J. Michael Huls, R.E.A., in an amount not -to -
exceed $35,000 for services relating to the administration of the City's
solid waste permit system and to assist in the coordination of AB 939
and program activities during Fiscal Year 1996-1997.
MATTERS WITHDRAWN FROM CONSENT CALENDAR:
6.12 SUNSET CROSSING ROAD STREET REHABILITATION FROM SR
57 OFF -RAMP TO GOLDEN, SPRINGS DRIVE - In response to
C/Harmony about how the project would dovetail with the cul-de-
sacing of Sunset Crossing Rd., CM/Belanger explained that
previously, a contractor was selected to proceed with Sunset
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Crossing Rd. cul-de-sacing. However, before the project
commenced, the Walnut Valley Water District installed a water line
on the street.
PWD/Wentz stated that the Walnut Valley Water District is
conducting final tests on the water line installation. Upon completion,
the City will proceed with the Sunset Crossing Rd. cul-de-sacing.
The two projects do not conflict since the Sunset Crossing Rd. project
commences at the SR 57 off -ramp and proceeds easterly to Golden
Springs Dr.
In response to C/Wemer, CM/Belanger explained that the Sunset
Crossing Rd. Street Rehabilitation project is scheduled to commence
in August. Public meetings are currently being held to discuss the
course of work with neighborhood residents. Alternate route City
signs will be posted to direct traffic flow.
PWD/Wentz indicated the project will take approximately 2 1/2
months. Notices of the July 18 meeting were sent to 467 area
residents. In order to minimize neighborhood disturbance, the project
will be phased. The project will not be completed prior to school year
commencement, however, the contractor has been instructed that the
work in front of the school must be completed prior to school starting.
The City is coordinating the project with the schools.
MPT/Huff moved, C/Werner seconded, to (A) award a construction
contract to J.E.G. Construction Co., Inc. in an amount not -to -exceed
$463,439 and provide a contingency amount of $50,000 for project
change orders to be approved by the City Manager, for a total
authorization amount of $513,439 and (B) authorize the Mayor to
.enter into a Professional Services Agreement with Dewan, Lundin &
Assoc. for construction administration/inspection services in an
amount not -to -exceed $24,484 and provide a contingency amount of
$2,500 for contract amendment(s) to be approved by the City
Manager, for a total authorization amount of $26,984. Motion carried
by the following Roll Call Vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS -
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS -
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS -
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None
8. OLD BUSINESS:
Harmony, Herrera, Werner,
MPT/Huff, M/Ansari
None
None
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8.1 DESIGNATION OF COUNCIL MEMBER TO SIGN RESOLUTION
NO. 95-21 AND RESOLUTION NO. 95-22 (TENTATIVE TRACT MAP
NO.51253-SASAI) - CM/Belanger stated that because M/Ansari and
MPT/Huff were not presiding when the original Resolutions were
approved, it was recommended that Council designate one of its
members to sign Resolution Nos. 95-21 and 95-22.
M/Ansari asked what assurances the City has that the hillside is
stable. What measures has the property owner initiated to mitigate
the soil instability.
CM/Belanger explained that in 1995, Council placed four conditions
on the property to insure the remediation of the land instability. To
date, no site remediation has taken place. The property continues to
evidence some instability. The property owner will not be granted a
Tentative Tract Map unless and until he performs the conditions.
Upon receipt of the Tentative Tract Map, the property owner must
remediate the geological instability on his property. Remediation of
the geological instability does not necessarily render the property
suitable for development. —
ACA/Susskind stated remediation is a condition of Final Map
Approval and Building Permit issuance.
M/Ansari stated that she voted against the project. She further stated
that she is still opposed to the project and will sign the Resolutions
only if instructed to do so by Council.
MPT/Huff reiterated that the action was taken in 1995 and that the
applicant has made a good faith effort to comply with City
requirements. The applicant failed to comply within the time
indicated. However, it could be argued that the unexpected landslide
interfered with the property owner's ability to comply in a timely
fashion.
ACA/Susskind stated that Council may wish to waive the time
requirement by signing the Resolutions for the reasons MPT/Huff
stated. She advised Council that litigation is threatened in this
matter. She recommended that if Council decides not to approve the
Resolution signing and have a complete discussion of the matter, the
matter should be continued to Closed Session.
MPT/Huff felt that the project does not make sense without a South
Pointe Master Plan and as a Planning Commissioner, he voted
against the project. He expressed concern that if the Resolutions are
not signed, remediation will fall to the City. He viewed signing the
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Resolution as a formality in carrying out the intent of the previous
Council.
In response to C/Harmony, PWD/Wentz explained that on-site work
can be performed which will mitigate the damage along Morning Sun
Ave. Additional work will be required off-site. The intent of the
Resolutions were to make funds available to the City, in addition to
the usual bonds, should additional mitigation be required. The
applicant intends to perform immediate remedy along Morning Sun
Ave. to correct the damage. In the long term, the applicant intends to
mitigate the larger slide on-site and off-site.
C/Harmony stated that, by appointing the Mayor to sign the
Resolutions, Council is agreeing to waive Mr. Patel's condition that
within 7 days of the Council approval, he must post a $250,000
performance security with the City. The applicant has posted a
$250,000 Letter of Credit with the City. Condition No. 60 no longer
applies since the applicant has posted the $250,000 to remedy the
slide in accordance with Condition No. 61.
-' PWD/Wentz responded that Mr. Patel made application for security
the day following Council action. He did not meet the 7 day deadline.
Consideration of the time constraints is a Council determination.
In response to C/Harmony's suggestion that the City consider
requiring a bond for the entire remediation, CM/Belanger stated that
Mr. Patel is responsible for his property. The conditions were set
forth by Council to ensure that the applicant would fund the
remediation. If the applicant fails to complete the remediation, the
bond can be called. The property in question cannot be obligated for
the remediation work of other property owners. Further, he stated
that he was not aware of any contracts that tie Mr. Patel's property
with WVUSD property.
ACA/Susskind indicated that Mr. Patel is not obliged to be
responsible for his neighbor's problem. This matter involves a
property owner's right to develop his land which is contingent upon
his curing the problem.
C/Harmony felt that the City should continue to hold this application
in place until the applicant has completed the remediation.
ACA/Susskind responded that according to staff, the Tentative Tract
Map pre -conditions have been satisfied. In order to commence the
process to meet all of the Final Map conditions, the Tentative Map
needs to commence. She reiterated that in her opinion, the item
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could be continued to Closed Session.
C/Harmony expressed concerned that the project could go forward
before all cures are in place. In his opinion, if Council appoints a
member to sign the Resolutions, Council will be recertifying project
approval without knowledge of the property conditions.
C/Herrera stated that when the landslide occurred, Mr. Patel entered
into an agreement to reimburse WVUSD for his share of the
remediation. A signed Tentative Tract Map would allow Mr. Patel to
proceed with remediation of the property. Mr. Patel must apply to the
Council for Final Map prior to building.
ACA/Susskind pointed out that Mr. Patel must come back to the City
for Final Map approval before he can sell the subdivisions. Building
permits cannot be issued under the Building Code or under the
present conditions unless remediation has occurred.
C/Herrera felt that it would make sense to sign the Resolutions and
allow Mr. Patel to proceed with remediation of the land.
Dr. Lawrence Rhodes believed the City should move forward with the
project. He pointed out that if the land repairs are not made, the
developer will be unable to obtain financing.
Terry Birrell asked why the remediation cannot occur prior to approval
of the Tentative Tract Map. She felt it was ridiculous to approve a
Tentative Tract Map or Final Map for property which is still moving.
When the land stops moving and remediation is made, if it is
appropriate for the surrounding area, the City can then grant approval
for this project.
MPT/Huff moved, C/Herrera seconded, to continue the matter to
Closed Session on August 6, 1996.
C/Werner explained the California Map Act and stated that the
developer had worked with staff in good faith and had satisfied his
conditions precedent. Circumstances occurred immediately following
approval which caused a delay in the condition satisfactions. The law
protects this developer. Mr. Patel filed his application prior to the
South Pointe Master Plan being in process. Mr. Patel became an
unwilling participant in the South Pointe Master Plan. He indicated —
that he had no difficulty with the request for additional legal input and
felt that Mr. Patel had been unduly delayed.
RECESS: M/Ansari recessed the meeting at 8:35 p.m.
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RECONVENE: M/Ansari reconvened the meeting at 8:45 p.m.
C/Herrera moved, MPT/Huff seconded, to close the debate and vote
on MPT/Huffs motion to continue the item to Closed Session on
August 6, 1996. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Herrera, Werner, MPT/Huff,
M/Ansari
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - C/Harmony
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
MPT/Huff restated his motion, C/Herrera restated her second, to
continue the matter to Closed Session at 5:30 p.m. and City Council
Agenda at 6:30 p.m. on August 6, 1996. Motion carried by the
following Roll Call Vote:
AYES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS - Herrera, MPT/Huff, M/Ansari
NOES:
COUNCIL MEMBERS - C/Harmony
ABSTAIN:
COUNCIL MEMBERS - C/Werner
ABSENT:
COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
8.2 PROPOSED CHANGES TO EMPLOYEES' SALARY AND
COMPENSATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 1996-1997 - CM/Belanger
reported that Council continued discussion on a staff proposal to
have salaries increased by 3.5% and to have the cafeteria amount
increased by $50 per month. The estimated percentage change in
the Consumer Price Index (CPI) is an increase of 1.6%. The
percentage increase in the CPI over the seven plus years of the City's
existence has been 24.8%. Employee salary adjustments over the
same period of time have increased 16.4°x6. Using the CPI as the
benchmark, employee salaries have fallen 8.4°x6 behind the CPI.
Based on comments made at the July 2, 1996 Council meeting, staff
prepared salary increase proposal alternatives which include: (1) a
3.5% salary increase with a $50/mo. cafeteria benefit increase, for a
total cost of $70,930; (2) a 2% salary increase with a 1.5°x6 merit
payment and a $50/mo. cafeteria benefit increase, for a total cost of
$67,727; (3) 1.6°x6 salary increase with a 1.9°x6 merit payment and a
$50/mo. cafeteria benefit increase, for a total cost of $66,675 or (4)
do nothing at all. He recommended that Council approve one of the
salary adjustment alternatives. If either Alternative 2 or 3 is
approved, he further recommended that the merit payment be given
across the board to all employees in a single lump sum payment.
Further, staff should be directed to create a merit evaluation and
payment system, with a merit payment pool during FY 1996-1997
which would be implemented in FY 1997-1998 and that Council
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approve a $50/mo. increase in the cafeteria benefit plan amount.
C/Herrera complimented staff on the presentation. She indicated the
"Cities Statistical Information" shows a comparison of population and
percentage of the other cities' budget allocation for staff. D.B. is
18.7% of the total General Fund budget, has a small staff and is very
aggressive in its fiscal management. WVUSD employees were
granted a 5.3% cost of living increase that included benefits. The 90
L.A. County school districts averaged a 3.6% cost of living increase
for FY 1995-1996.
In response to C/Werner, CM/Belanger explained that the proposed
$50 cafeteria benefit increase is to maintain pace with current health
plan costs.
Martha Bruske expressed concern that the City needs job
descriptions and an employee evaluation method.
CM/Belanger stated that all employees are classified and are
evaluated on a six-month schedule by their immediate supervisor or
department head. All evaluations are signed by the City Manager.
M/Ansari felt that D.B. employees are paid less than employees of
comparable cities and stated that she would like to see competitive
employee salaries for D.B.
MPT/Huff indicated that he favored a 1.6% salary increase with a
1.9% merit payment to be disbursed by the City Manager.
In response to MPT/Huff, M/Ansari explained that the cities he cited
that have not given raises in the current fiscal year have higher
salaries for their employees than D.B. employees. In some cases,
base pay for some positions are higher than tenured D. B. employees
are currently receiving.
C/Harmony suggested that a reclassification of City employees is
necessary to bring salaries in line with comparable cities. He further
suggested that half of the merit increase could be distributed by the
City Manager.
C/Herrera reminded the Council that the City is facing a deficit in the
next fiscal year. She encouraged the Council to consider granting an
increase this fiscal year. A 1 % disbursement of the fiscal year end
budget is not an unreasonable amount for employee compensation.
C/Herrera moved to approve Alternative (3), a 1.6% salary increase
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! with a 1.9% across-the-board merit payment to be awarded at the
discretion of the City Manager and a $50/mo. cafeteria benefit
increase, for a total cost of $66,675. The City Manager will initiate a
merit system to be utilized in FY 1997-1998 and future years. Motion
died for lack of a second.
MPT/Huff moved, C/Herrera seconded, to approve a 1.6% salary
increase with a 1.96r6 merit payment to be disbursed at the discretion
of the City Manager plus the $50/mo. cafeteria benefit increase.
Motion defeated by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Herrera, MPT/Huff
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony, Werner, M/Ansari
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
C/Werner moved, C/Harmony seconded, to approve a 1.6% COLA
increase. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony, Herrera, Werner,
_ MPT/Huff, M/Ansari
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
C/Werner moved, C/Herrera seconded, to approve a $75/mo.
cafeteria benefit increase. Motion defeated by the following Roll Call
vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Herrera, Werner
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony, MPT/Huff, M/Ansari
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
MPT/Huff moved, C/Werner seconded, to approve a $50/mo.
cafeteria benefit "increase. Motion carried by the following Roll Call
vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony, Herrera, Werner,
MPT/Huff, M/Ansari
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
C/Werner moved, C/Harmony seconded, to direct staff to prepare a
merit increase program and present the proposal to Council for
implementation in FY 1997-1998. Motion carried by the following Roll
Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony, Herrera, Werner,
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MPT/Huff, M/Ansari
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
C/Herrera moved, MPT/Huff seconded to set aside $24,675 (1.9%) for
merit increase distribution in FY 1997-1998. Motion carried by the
following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Herrera, MPT/Huff, M/Ansari
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony, Werner
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
8.3 CITY COUNCIL GOALS AND OBJECTIVES - CM/Belanger indicated
that the final compilation and calculation of the goal priorities is
presented in 3 categories: 1996-1997 Goals & Objectives; Ongoing
Goals & Objectives, and Long Term Goals & Objectives.
M/Ansari thanked C/Herrera and MPT/Huff for their participation in
compiling the document.
C/Herrera suggested the Council adopt the proposed list of goals and
objectives.
M/Ansari stated that she was concerned about Code Enforcement.
Gary Neely asked that the Council share a copy of the proposed
Goals & Objectives to the public.
M/Ansari read the list of Goals & Objectives.
Mr. Neely suggested a time designation and quantification regarding
On-going Goals and Long Term Goals.
C/Herrera stated that On-going
Completion date is undetermined
and beyond.
Goals are currently in process.
Long Term Goals are one year
Martha Bruske asked Council to adopt a proactive development
philosophy in accordance with the City's General Plan Vision
Statement.
M/Ansari moved, C/Harmony seconded, to adopt the Council
proposed Goals & Objectives and their respective priority rankings.
Following discussion, M/Ansari withdrew her motion.
MlAnsari moved, MPT/Huff seconded, to request staff to incorporate
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C/Werner's General Plan Goals & Objectives listing into the umbrella
Goals & Objectives listing. Following discussion, M/Ansari withdrew
her. motion.
M/Ansari moved, C/Harmony seconded to adopt the Council
Proposed Goals & Objectives and rankings. Motion carried by the
following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony, Herrera, MPT/Huff,
M/Ansari
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Werner
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
M/Ansari moved seconded by MPT/Huff to incorporate C/Werner's
General Plan Goals & Objectives. Motion carried by the following
Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Herrera, Werner, MPT/Huff,
M/Ansari
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
9. NEW BUSINESS: None
RECESS: M/Ansari recessed the meeting at 10:04 p.m.
10. DIAMOND BAR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING (Minutes
produced separately)
RECONVENE: M/Ansari reconvened the City Council meeting at 10:22 p.m.
10. COUNCIL SUB -COMMITTEE REPORTS: C/Harmony asked for a report
on potential businesses moving into D.B. He suggested Concerts in the
Park banners be placed on D.B. Blvd. He asked staff for cost figures for a
Diamond Ranch High School secondary road and a complete SR 57
potential accident analysis.
MPT/Huff requested public participation with staffs preparation of the
October 1 Community Calendar. He cited a news release indicating the City
of Industry decided to relocate the MRF away from the proposed Grand Ave.
and Valley Blvd. location.
C/Herrera stated that, in accordance with State mandate to qualify for
emergency reimbursement funding, she attended the Standardized
Emergency Management training session. She also attended an Edison
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Company Electric and Magnetic Fields workshop. She stated that in addition
to for -cost services, the Walnut Sheriffs Station provides no -cost services
to contract cities such as: personnel from Homicide, Arson, Explosives,
Narcotics, Special Investigations, Aero, Reserve Forces bureaus and
Operation Safe Streets. She asked Council to authorize M/Ansari to send
a letter to Chino Hills indicating D.B.'s interest in holding joint meetings to
discuss matters of mutual concern.
C/Wemer requested that retiring Sheriff s Deputy Lary Luter be recognized
for his community service. He asked staff to coordinate a 50th year
commemoration presentation for Boy Scouts of American Local Troop No.
737 venture crew.
M/Ansari stated that she and C/Herrera, MPT/Huff and CM/Belanger met
with the Pomona Unified School District regarding the proposed Truancy
Ordinance. She extended an invitation to residents who would like to view
the recently completed Humane Society addition which was completed as a
result of private donations. Further, she reported that she, CM/Belanger and
ACM/Usher met with Friends of the Library members to discuss the
proposed D.B. facility refurbishing. As a result, the refurbishing list will be _
revised and presented to Council. She advised the public about the
September 19 San Gabriel Valley Consortium meeting regarding technology
and small business education offered by local universities and junior
colleges. She indicated she attended the Storm Water Hearing at the State
of California building in L.A. to express the City's concerns.
12. COUNCIL COMMENTS: None
13. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to
conduct, M/Ansari adjourned the meeting in honor of California State
Highway Patrolman Dan Burt at 10:47 p.m.
LY DA BURGI SS, City Clerk
ATTEST:
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Mayor