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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/21/1997 Minutes - Regular MeetingMINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR JANUARY 21, 1997 CLOSED SESSION: None 2. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Huff called the meeting to order at 6:40 p.m., in the SCAQMD Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Council Member Ansari led the Pledge of Allegiance. INVOCATION: Reverend Robert Wylie, Northminster Presbyterian Church of Diamond Bar ROLL CALL: Council Members Ansari, Harmony, and Mayor Huff. Council Member Werner arrived at 8:30 p.m.; and Mayor Pro Tem Herrera was excused. 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 Presented Certificates of Recognition to Los Angeles County Deputies Bodenstedt and Estrada for their involvement in the apprehension of armed robbery suspects. Introduced newly appointed Walnut Sheriff Captain Richard Martinez. 3.2 Presented City Tile to Walnut Valley Water District General Manager Ed Beiderman in recognition of his dedicated service to the community upon his retirement. Jim Starkey, representing Congressman Jay Kim, presented a Certificate of Congressional Recognition. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Irene Wang, D.B. Library Manager, introduced Children's Librarian Mrs. Lee. Debby O'Connor thanked the City for providing the Emergency Preparedness Town Forum. She expressed concern that Items 6.9 and 6.11 were included in the Consent Calendar and requested that they be withdrawn. Red Calkins and Don Gravdahl urged the Council to approve Item 6.11, JANUARY 21, 1997 PAGE 2 double yellow centerline striping for Prospectors Rd. John 1=orbing, Vice President, Sister City, updated the Council with respect to the Sister City trip. He stated that no taxpayer funds would be used for the trip. 49 individuals including teachers, librarians, school superintendents, Mt. Sac dean, 3 Council Members, 1 Parks & Recreation Commissioner and many others will participate. Student's letters and messages will be given to Sanhsia students. A video tape of the trip will be available for broadcast on Ch. 12. Mt. Sac ESL and other educational program packets will be provided to the Sister City. Steven Tamaya, Traffic & Transportation Commissioner, expressed concern, that Item 6.10 was included in the Consent Calendar. He advocated public participation and debate. Lydia Plunk spoke about her concerns with the Wilderness Corridor Conservation Authority. She invited the Council Members to attend the January 22, 1997 7:00 p.m. Brea meeting. With respect to the December 4, 1996 meeting, she asked that Executive Officer Joseph Edmiston's opening comments be included in the City Council minutes. Oscar Law complimented the City for providing a quarterly Calendar of Events and asked that it be distributed to all citizens. 5. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: 5.1 PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION - January 23, 1997 - 7:00 p.m., AQMD Board Hearing Room, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 5.2 PLANNING COMMISSION - January 28, 1997 - 7:00 p.m., AQMD Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 5.3 CITYWIDE PARKS MASTER PLAN PUBLIC WORKSHOP - January 30, 1997 - 7:00 to 9:00 p.m., Heritage Park Community Center, 2900 S. Brea Canyon Rd. 5.4 CITY COUNCIL MEETING - February 4, 1997 - 6:30 p.m., AQMD Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 5.5 HAZARDOUS WASTE ROUNDUP - Saturday, February 8, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Mt. San Antonio College Parking Lot B off of Mt. Sac Way. 6. CONSENT CALENDAR: C/Ansari moved, C/Harmony seconded to approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of Items No. 6.1.1, 6.7, 6.9, 6.10, 6.11 and 6.12. Motion was carried by the following Roll Call Vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Harmony, MIHuff NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Werner, MPT/Herrera 6.1 APPROVED MINUTES: JANUARY 21, 1997 PAGE 3 6.1.2 Adjourned Regular Meeting of December 19, 1996 - As submitted. 6.1.3 Regular Meeting of January 7, 1997 - As submitted. 6.2 RECEIVED & FILED TRAFFIC & TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MINUTES - Regular Meeting of November 14, 1996. 6.3 RECEIVED & FILED PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES - Regular Meeting of November 21, 1996. 6.4 RECEIVED & FILED PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES - Reguiar Meeting of December 9, 1996. 6.5 APPROVED VOUCHER REGISTER- dated January 21, 1997 in the amount of $295,912.11. 6.6 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 97-05: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR TO APPOINT SPECIFIC REPRESENTATIVES TO THE SAN GABRIEL VALLEY COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS. 6.8 RESOLUTION NO. 97-06: A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY ACTING ON BEHALF OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY GENERAL FUND, LOS ANGELES COUNTY LIBRARY, LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL, LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, LOS ANGELES COUNTY FIRE, AND THE GOVERNING BODIES OF CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, GREATER LOS ANGELES VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT, THREE VALLEYS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT APPROVING AND ACCEPTING NEGOTIATED EXCHANGE OF PROPERTY TAX REVENUES RESULTING FROM ANNEXATION TO COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 21. MATTERS WITHDRAWN FROM CONSENT CALENDAR: 6.1.1 Approval of Minutes - Regular Meeting of December 17, 1996. C/Ansari asked that Page 5, Matters Withdrawn from Consent Calendar, include her comments regarding whether the City should be reimbursed for legal fees. C/Ansari moved, C/Harmony seconded to approve the Minutes of December 17, 1996 as corrected. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Harmony, M/Huff JANUARY 21, 1997 PAGE 4 NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT- COUNCIL MEMBERS - Werner, MPT/Herrera 6.7 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 97-07: A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR AND THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE WALNUT VALLEY WATER, THE GREATER LOS ANGELES COUNTY VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT AND THE THREE VALLEYS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT APPROVING AND ACCEPTING NEGOTIATE EXCHANGE OF PROPERTY TAX REVENUE RESULTING FROM ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY TO THE WALNUT VALLEY WATER DISTRICT "TRES HERMANOS ANNEXATION" - In response to ClHarmony, CM/Belanger responded that there is no activity beyond the Diamond Point High School construction. It was moved by C/Harmony, seconded by C/Ansari to adopt Resolution No. 97-07- Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Harmony, M/Huff NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Werner, MPT/Herrera 6.9 CONTRACT FOR A COMPREHENSIVE STUDY FOR THE WALNUT VALLEY AND POMONA UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT'S SCHOOL SITES IN THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR - C/Ansari suggested that the City and the School Districts share the study's cost. CM/Belanger responded that the City contacted the school districts with respect to their willingness to participate in, and fund a pro -rata portion of the study. PUSD indicated its willingness to fund a portion of the cost for the four schools involved in the City's study. WVUSD had not responded. In response to C/Ansari, PWD/Wentz explained that the study will include school schedules and their relationship to student drop off and pick up, and the physical layout and predominate traffic patterns. The Department of Public Works will coordinate the Austin -Foust & Associates study. In response to M/Huff, CM/Belanger stated that PUSD conducted a school traffic study which included four D.B. campuses. The study evaluated the traffic situation from the school district's perspective. The study did not solicit or include any information or comments from the City. DPWD/Liu stated that the May, 1996 PUSD study was conducted from a school perspective. The study did not concentrate on student JANUARY 21, 1997 PAGE 5 drop off and pick up scheduling. The consultant, school district and City staff agree that the study is very limited and does not preclude the need for a comprehensive study which will incorporate all parties and study phases. Debby O'Connor stated that she was confused about what staff expects to accomplish by studying traffic around the schools that is not already known by the principals of the individual schools. She asked why City staff is not conducting the study. She stated safety should be the City's primary concern. She asked if the City's study will include private schools, information regarding the Quail Summit Elementary School contained in the Neighborhood Traffic Study, and the information regarding the D.B. High School contained in the Heritage Park Neighborhood Traffic Study. She questioned the advisability of a $17,000 traffic study to study City streets with respect to traffic that occurs less than 40 minutes per day (20 minutes preceding commencement of school and 20 minutes following school closure). She suggested the City apply the $17,000 toward enforcement at City schools during peak times with deputies rotating between schools. She indicated the City has not acted upon her suggestion to have the Community Volunteer Patrol assist with school traffic enforcement. In response to M/Huff, CM/Belanger explained that information contained within recent traffic studies will be incorporated in the proposed study. Because D.B. is a contract City and does not employ a full-time, licensed traffic engineer, a consulting firm which has specific related expertise is contracted to complete such studies, PUSD recognizes that their study is not complete due to lack of interaction with the City. He stated that, to his knowledge, WVUSD had not conducted a traffic study. C/Ansari and M/Huff stated they would like a copy of Pomona's study. C/Harmony pointed out that current traffic signs are not enforced. He asked if the City can expect that another study will result in more appropriate signage and procedures. CM/Belanger responded that D.B.'s charge is to revisit the concept of safety and consideration as it relates to the parents who take their children to school, the people who work at the schools and neighborhood residents wishing to travel in the area. Because the study includes PTA's, school administrators, site administrators, the L.A. County Sheriffs Department, the Traffic & Transportation Commission, City staff, residents and others, it presents an opportunity for comprehensive review and insightful recommendations to Council. JANUARY 21, 1997 PAGE 6 C/Ansari expressed concern about spending $17,000 for a traffic study without reviewing other study materials. Dr. Hockwalt stated that WVUSD had not conducted a comprehensive traffic study. The District has looked at various schools with respect to internal mitigation. There are no formal documents available for Council perusal. C/Ansari moved, C/Harmony seconded to continue Item No. 6.9 to February 4, 1997, and request staff to obtain study information from WVUSD, if available, and provide all relative materials to Council prior to the February 4, 1997 Council meeting. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Harmony, M/Huff NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Werner, MPT/Herrera 6.10 RESOLUTION NO. 97 -XX: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR INSTALLING ALL -WAY STOP SIGNS AT HIGHBLUFF DRIVE AND QUAIL SUMMIT DRIVE; AT ROLLING KNOLL ROAD AND COUNTRY VIEW DRIVE, AND AT COYOTE SPRINGS DRIVE AT SAND RIDGE ROAD, AND REPLACING THE EXISTING "YIELD" SIGN ON DEER CROSSING ROAD AT COUNTRY VIEW DRIVE WITH A STOP SIGN. PWD/Wentz explained that the Traffic & Transportation Commission forwarded its minimal recommendations for neighborhood traffic mitigation to Council for review and approval. The Commission determined that, in general, neighborhood traffic studies have led to measures of excessive mitigation. The Commission requested that Council consider installing stop signs only at this time. Joe Foust presented an overview and summary of the Neighborhood Traffic Study. He stated the Traffic & Transportation Commission conducted four public workshops and other informal workshops which included a substantial amount of public testimony and discussion. The study revealed that neighborhood traffic problems are a matter of speeding vehicles and not cut -through traffic as originally contemplated. Survey respondents requested additional enforcement in their neighborhoods. Countryview Drive residents are concerned with vehicle noise contamination in their neighborhood. He outlined several proposed mitigation measures proposed in the study which were rejected by the residents, He had also proposed a series of fairly dramatic recommendations. The Traffic & Transportation Commission recommended a more conservative approach by proposing stop sign installations to mitigate speeding vehicles. JANUARY 21, 1997 PAGE 7 In response to MIHuff, Mr. Foust stated that the study revealed a small problem of speeding vehicles in the neighborhood and proposed a relatively simple and common solution of stop sign installation. The neighborhood may expect to experience a 2 or 3 mph speed reduction within 2-3 hundred feet of the stop sign installation. He believed stop sign installation is an appropriate mitigation. Don Schad asked that no "Deer Crossing" signs be removed from the area. Jack Haldemann stated that he lives in the Quail Summit Drive area and is concerned that additional stop signs will not reduce speeding traffic. He further stated that he would like to see more traffic enforcement in his neighborhood prior to installation of more stop signs. He asked that Council consider moving forward in a step by step approach. He believed more public input is necessary prior to implementing mitigation measures. Debby O'Connor asked if the City has determined the effectiveness of the recently installed stop sign near her residence. Based upon her observations, 90 % of the vehicles do not come to a stop at the stop sign. Arthur Ragazzi agreed that stop signs may not be an effective mitigation measure. Red Calkins stated the Sheriffs Department indicated to him that they do not have sufficient enforcement personnel to pursue the City's requests. Don Lemly stated that he had been involved in neighborhood traffic discussions for several years. He reiterated that there had been a great deal of input from neighborhood residents at public hearings which resulted in the proposed mitigation measures before Council. There are many neighborhood residents who believe the stop signs will be effective in slowing speeding vehicles. Jack Tanaka stated that he and his wife had been working on this project for nearly 2 years. As a result of the Neighborhood Traffic Study, he believed that stop signs should be installed. Further, as a result of discussions held at the final Traffic & Transportation Commission's Public Hearing, a request for a three-way stop sign at Deer Crossing Rd. and Country View Dr. would be included in the recommendation to Council. In response to C1Ansari, DPWDILiu explained that the traffic consultant's and staffs proposal is estimated to cost the City $8,200. The Traffic & Transportation Commission proposal is estimated to JANUARY 21, 1997 PAGE 8 cost the City $2,500. Responding to C/Ansari, CM/Belanger confirmed that the City Council may take no action, initiate all mitigation measures immediately or incrementally. DPWD/Liu stated that, with respect to Mr. Tanaka's concerns regarding the recommendation for a three-way stop sign at Deer Crossing Rd. and Country View Dr,, Mr. Foust determined that a three-way stop sign is not warranted at this time and that the "yield" sign should remain on Deer Crossing Rd. C/Werner asked that traffic enforcement be agendized for a future Council meeting. He supported the recommendation for installation of stop signs. He asked Mr. Foust to elaborate on comments he made during a Traffic & Transportation Commission meeting that traffic devices require enforcement to be effective. Mr. Foust responded that traffic devices alone provide for about 50% compliance on the part of motorists. He confirmed that 100% compliance would require enforcement. He believed that double yellow centerline striping would enjoy greater compliance than a single or skip yellow centerline stripe. Debby O'Connor stated that, in her opinion, yellow centerline striping does not resolve speeding or passing issues and gives the impression of a busy and potentially dangerous street which reduces property values. She felt that the character of her neighborhood was definitely changed the day double yellow centerline striping was installed on her street. She further believed the City needs to install 25 MPH speed signs and increase traffic enforcement to solve the problems of speeding and passing rather than install additional striping. Don Lemly stated that the majority of residents who participated in the Neighborhood Traffic Study believe that the recommended centerline and curbside painting would make the street appear to be similar to a craft landing area. Stop signs are relatively unobtrusive compared to centerline striping. Art Ragazzi believed centerline striping gives the appearance of a cut - through street or thoroughfare. C/Harmony preferred incremental implementation of mitigation measures. He felt that although centerline striping is effective in slowing traffic, it is a severe treatment. He favored installation of stop signs. M/Huff moved, C/Werner seconded to direct staff to notify all JANUARY 21, 1997 PAGE 9 neighborhood residents that on February 4, 1997, Council will consider approval of installation of stop signs at Highbluff Dr. and Quail Summit Dr. and all -way stop signs at Deer Crossing Rd. at Country View Dr.; acknowledge that a traffic signal is warranted for the intersection of Quail Summit Dr. at D.B. Blvd.; place the City's mobile radar trailer on Quail Summit Dr., Rolling Knoll Rd., Country View Or, and other neighborhood streets periodically, and conduct a periodic noise study along Grand Ave. east of D.B. Blvd., and install school crossing pavement legends on Quail Summit Dr. Motion carried by the following Roil Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Harmony, Werner, M/Huff NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - MPT/Herrera 6.11 CENTERLINE STRIPING ON PROSPECTORS ROAD FROM GOLDEN SPRINGS DRIVE TO ROCK RIVER ROAD - In response to C/Ansari, CM/Belanger explained that whether or not double yellow centerline striping enters an intersection, it is unlawful for a motorist to make a left turn movement into another street and make a U-turn across both lanes of street traffic. It is lawful to cross double yellow centerline striping when entering a driveway. PWDIWentz recommended installation of double yellow centerline striping to control passing traffic. The Traffic & Transportation Commission's recommendation is not to install the double yellow centerline striping. Red Calkins felt this issue would hinder his request for centerline striping on Prospectors Rd., which is in a non-residential area. His request was an attempt to mitigate safety concerns. Stan Diaz expressed opposition to double yellow centerline striping on Prospectors Rd. C/Ansari moved, C/Werner seconded to approve modification of the existing single broken yellow centerline to double yellow centerline striping along Prospectors Rd. between Golden Springs Dr. and Rock River Rd. Following discussion, C/Werner withdrew his second and moved that "Notice of Intent" be sent to the neighborhood and that the matter be continued to February 4. Motion died for lack of a second. An unidentified resident stated that he lives on Prospectors Rd. and had never observed any vehicles passing other vehicles on the street. JANUARY 21, 1997 PAGE 10 C/Ansari restated her original motion to approve modification of the existing single broken yellow centerline to double yellow centerline striping along Prospectors Rd. between Golden Springs Dr. and Rock River Rd. Motion was seconded by C/Harmony. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Harmony, Werner NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - M/Huff ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - MPT/Herrera 6.12 NEW CONTRACT FOR LEASE OF MAILING AND FOLDING EQUIPMENT WITH PITNEY BOWES, INC. - C/Harmony moved, C/Ansari seconded to approve termination of all current lease agreements with Pitney Bowes, Inc. and return all equipment effective April 10, 1997, and authorize the City Manager to enter into a 48 month State and Local Government Rental Agreement with Pitney Bowes, Inc. for a mail machine, postage meter, 5 Ib. scale and folding machine, for a total annual cost of $4,631.76. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Harmony, Werner, M/Huff NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - MPT/Herrera 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS: 7.1 RESOLUTION NO. 97-08: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING THE CITY'S COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 1997-1998 - CDD/DeStefano recommended that 9 of the 10 applicants be awarded amounts as follows: Public Services Project Sister Program requested $2,500 - recommended allocation of $2,000; City's Senior Citizens Program requested $38,700 - recommended allocation of $38,000; YMCA Child Care Program requested $34,000 - recommends allocation of $28,000; YMCA Summer Off -Track Program requested $15,000 - recommended allocation of $13,000; Future America (new program for D.B.) requested $17,000 - recommended allocation of $3,000; Emergency Services Assisted Program requested $45,000 - recommended allocation of zero; Program Administration requested $38,700 - recommended allocation of $38,700; Sidewalk Installation requested $243,000 - recommended allocation of $161,000; Access Ramps requested $8,250 - recommends $8,250; and Park Retrofit Project requested $200,000 - recommended $175,000. Further, he stated that the total requested amount is about $643,000 and staffs recommendation is consistent with the available funds in the amount of approximately $467,000. JANUARY 21, 1997 PAGE 11 C/Ansari expressed disappointment in the number of applicants for grants. In response to C/Ansari, CM/Belanger stated that last year's budget allocation was $399,481 which estimates a decrease in this year's budget of approximately $12,000. MIHuff declared the Public Hearing open. Tara Heery, Project Sister Prevention Educator, requested CDBG funding for self-protection training for senior citizens and professional counseling for D.B. youth and adult survivors of sexual assault, harassment and exploitation. She thanked Council and staff for the ongoing partnership established in order to reduce both the incident and trauma of sexual assault in the community. 1 board member and 3 advisory board members of Project Sister are D.B. residents. Staffing consists of 3 full time, 4 part time staff, 40% of the 60 volunteers man crises lines. Allison Meyers, D.B.NNalnut YMCA Childcare Director, stated that the Y had been providing community childcare for 17 years. She explained the After School and Day Camp Childcare programs which assist low and moderate income families. Program funding is 100% allocated to subsidizing fees for low and moderate income families. Programs are promoted through local papers, news articles, photo press releases, word-of-mouth and public service television. Flyers are distributed to local schools, posters are placed in local businesses windows. All program information indicates financial assistance is available. No one is turned away for inability to pay. Special flyers are distributed to schools. Program personnel meets with school principals and counselors to promote the program. The program is requesting $34,000 for childcare and $15,000 for day camp based upon anticipated growth as a result of increased advertising. In response to C/Ansari, Ms. Meyers explained that program participation was down this year because several families lost their jobs and kept their children at home. The YMCA anticipates that some of these parents will again become employed and require the services the YMCA provides. There being no further testimony offered, MIHuff closed the public hearing. CNNerner moved, C/Ansari seconded to adopt Resolution No. 97-08, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Diamond Bar approving the City's Community Development Block Grant Program for fiscal year 1997-98. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: JANUARY 21, 1997 AYES: NOES: ABSENT: 8. OLD BUSINESS: 9 PAGE 12 COUNCIL MEMBERS - COUNCIL MEMBERS - COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Harmony, Werner, M/Huff None MPT/Herrera 8.1 GIFT AND DONATION POLICY - C/Harmony stated that he and MPT/Herrera requested that Council accept the proposed policy and direct the City Manager to draft regulations governing rules for finance and procedures within the next 30 days. C/Harmony moved, M/Huff seconded to adopt the policy as stated and direct the City Manager to return within 30 days draft regulations governing rules for financial and accounting disclosure procedures. Motion carried by the following Roll- Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Harmony, Werner, M/Huff NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - MPT/Herrera NEW BUSINESS: 9.1 RESOLUTION NO. 97-09: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR CONFIRMING THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY AND RATIFYING THE PROCLAMATION THEREOF - In response to C/Ansari, CM/Belanger responded that the City Clerk had received no claims yet. However, he felt certain that claims will be filed against the City. If claims do not reach a favorable conclusion within the City's liability procedures, Resolution No. 97-09 provides low interest loans for property owners to assist with property repair. 14 trees were felled during the windstorm. CSD/Rose stated that 5 trees on Washington St. were damaged due to vandalism and not by wind damage. In response to C/Harmony, CM/Belanger reported that D.B. is one of 12 cities declaring local emergencies. In order for state or federal funds to be available to local public and private property owners, the process would require declaration of an emergency inclusive of the President of the United States. C/Werner moved, C/Ansari seconded to adopt Resolution No. 97-09 confirming the existence of a local emergency and ratifying the proclamation thereof. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: JANUARY 21, 1997 PAGE 13 AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Harmony, Werner, MIHuff NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - MPT/Herrera RECESS: MIHuff recessed the Council meeting at 10:30 p.m. to open the Redevelopment Agency meeting. RECONVENE: MIHuff reconvened the City Council meeting at 10:33 p.m. 10. COUNCIL SUB -COMMITTEE REPORTS: C/Ansari stated she attended the San Gabriel Valley Cities and Commerce Consortium meeting. The group is currently planning for another Economic Development conference. She indicated she, MPT/Herrera, MIHuff and CM/Belanger attended Contract Cities Assn. last week and met with Sen. Mountjoy and Assy. Miller to discuss issues of concern and request assistance in sponsoring bills. C/Werner reported he and MPT/Herrera attended the special Wildlife Corridor meeting last week during which the participants negotiated the Firestone Boy Scout property acquisition. No action was taken. Another meeting is scheduled for tomorrow night. MIHuff stated he attended the COG meeting January 9, 1997 and furnished Council Members with a meeting summary. He chaired the Four Corners meeting on January 13, 1997. He reported on the status of various road construction area projects. 11. COUNCIL COMMENTS: ClHarmony asked why MIHuff had not telephoned him requesting a list of Council Committees on which he may wish to serve. He believed there was a problem with the intersection of Pathfinder Rd. at D.B. Blvd. because accidents frequently occur at the location. He asked that staff monitor the intersection and pay special attention to the signalization. ClAnsari reiterated a citizen's request to rebroadcast Council regularly - scheduled meetings on the following Saturday mornings. CM/Belanger reported that the rebroadcast will take place on Channel 12 at 10:00 a.m. on the Saturday following the meeting. Responding to C/Ansari, CM/Belanger indicated the audible signals item will be agendized for February 4, 1997. MIHuff reiterated his statement that he appointed ClHarmony to 100% of the committees Harmony requested. Responding to ClHarmony's question, MIHuff stated that 2 staff memorandums advised Council Members that the item would be discussed at the next Council meeting. Included with the memorandum was a list of the current assignments. He indicated he JANUARY 21, 1997 PAGE 14 received a telephone call from one Council Member and 2 written memorandums from other Council Members. He received no response from C/Harmony, M/Huff cited the many City ads printed in The Windmill. He asked the citizens to become involved in City government and events. 12. ANNOUNCEMENTS: None 13. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to conduct, M/Huff adjourned the meeting at 10:48 p.m. LY DA BURGESS, City Clerk ATTEST: