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HomeMy WebLinkAbout02/17/1998 Minutes - Regular MeetingCITY OF DIAMOND BAR DEVELOPMENT CODE STUDY SESSION #4 DIAMOND BAR RANCH FESTIVAL COUNCIL GOALS & OBJECTIVES FEBRUARY 17, 1998 CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Herrera called the meeting to order at 4:00 p.m., in the SCAQMD Hearing Board Room CC -2, 21865 Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California. Present: Council Members Huff, O'Connor, Mayor Pro Tem Chang and Mayor Herrera. Council Member Ansari was excused. Also present were: City Manager Terrence L. Belanger; Assistant City Attorney Amanda Susskind; Deputy City Manager James DeStefano; Deputy City Manager Frank Usher; Assistant to the City Manager Kellee Fritzal; Senior Planner Catherine Johnson; City Clerk Lynda Burgess and Ron Pflugrath, Paul Crawford and Bruce Jacobsen, Urban Design Studio Consulting Team. 2. PRESENTATION OF DEVELOPMENT CODE ARTICLES III AND V. Ron Pflugrath presented an overview of Article III. He explained that the purpose of Chapter 22.16 - General Property Development and Use Standards, is to ensure that new or modified uses and development produce an environment of stable and desirable character which is harmonious with existing and future development, and protects the use and enjoyment of neighboring properties, consistent with the General Plan. He presented summaries of subsequent chapters dealing with specific uses such as Affordable Housing, Fences, Hedges and Walls, Hillside Management, Landscaping Standards, Noise Control, Off -Street Parking and Loading Standards, Planned Development Standards, Property Maintenance Standards, Sign Standards, Tree Preservation and Protection, Transportation Demand Management and Standards for Specific Land Uses. Mr. Pflugrath responded to C/O'Connor that the decibel level for average conversation is approximately 20 to 25. DCM/DeStefano stated the chapter includes information indicating a general office atmosphere experiences a noise level of about 45 dBA. CM/Belanger stated the Chamber of Commerce has expressed a concern about having a reader board sign above the freeway to announce the availability of the City's commercial services. DCM/DeStefano responded to C/Huff that the draft standards are identical to the standards adopted in 1991 and do not allow for flexibility along the freeway corridor. He stated that it is his understanding that the concern is with respect to the SR 57 because the SR 60 has the signs. which makes CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 17, 1998 PAGE 2 STUDY SESSION it easier for motorists to locate exit signs and identify services. Most businesses adjacent to the SR 57 are below or above the freeway grade and masked by the hillsides. A specific concern has been expressed by the Chevron Station at Pathfinder Rd. and Brea Canyon Rd. They would like to have, an off -premise sign at the Denny's Restaurant location on Brea Canyon Rd. so that their service would be visible from the freeway. C/O'Connor said she views such signage as a public service. ACA/Susskind stated that there is legal precedence to indicate that once such signs are erected, they remain in place. ACA/Susskind-responded to M/Herrera that the service signs along freeway corridors are under the jurisdiction of the State of California. Mr. Pflugrath pointed out that generally, only rural communities are provided with freeway reader board signs. The commercial businesses pay for the signage. C/Huff said he is not opposed to relaxing the standards to permit off - premises signs along freeways. He asked for information from other similar cities to determine what the long-term effects to the community and businesses have been. C/Herrera said she is in favor of relaxing the standards if the result is additional tax revenue to the City. DCM/DeStefano indicated staff will provide the requested information to the Council in time for the March 17, 1998 public hearings. Mr. Pflugrath continued explaining the sign permit process and the Comprehensive Sign Program beginning on Page III -136. DCM/DeStefano responded to M/Herrera that the 50/50 rule for English signs is addressed in the Code. M/Herrera said she favors the 50/50 English rule for signage for safety concerns and to maximize the business potential. ACA/Susskind explained that a 50/50 sign would be more defensible than an English only sign. DCM/DeStefano indicated that Pomona lost a court case to have English - only signs. C/Huff asked how the code differentiates between native and planted CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 17, 1998 PAGE 3 STUDY SESSION indigenous trees. Mr. Pflugrath stiggested that language be added to A., A protected tree is nay of the following: 1. under Sub Chapter 22.38.030 on Page III -152. ACA/Susskind recommended basing the language on the age of the tree. Mr. Pflugrath explained to M/Herrera that trees that compromise sidewalks, etc. can be removed under E. of Sub Chapter 22.38.060 -Exemptions on Page III -153. C/Huff reiterated his concern that native trees should be protected. At the same time, the homeowner should be offered latitude with respect to planted trees. M/Herrera said she is opposed to imposing restrictions on homeowners with respect to their individual properties. DCM/DeStefano suggested the City establish a standard based on lot size. Staff will recommend alternative language to be included under "Exemptions Sub Chapter 22.38.060 on Pages III -152 and III -153. DCM/DeStefano stated this is the last scheduled City Council Development Code Study Session. Public Hearings are slated to begin on March 17, 1998. Public Hearing ads have been placed in The Windmill. Staff recommends that the City Council review the Development Code articles as schedule and that no action be taken until the entire process is completed in May, 1998. Mr. Pflugrath recommended the City Council concur to accept each Article as it is reviewed in order to speed up the Final Draft process. 3. DIAMOND BAR RANCH FESTIVAL: M/Herrera stated the City has supported the Ranch Festival for a number of years. In addition, a number of civic and commercial organizations have supported the festival. The Ranch Festival leadership requested support from the City last year in the amount of $24,000. The finance committee met with Ranch Festival officials to determine how previous City funding had been spent and how the Festival intended to spend the requested $24,000. In 1997, Council voted to contribute an amount not -to -exceed $18,000 for traffic control services, event site preparation, water services, L.A. Sheriff Department services, traffic safety devices (cones, delineators, barricades), shuttle buses, public telephones and/or Building and Safety services. A report dated August 19, 1997 had been provided to the Council which detailing the City's actual 1997 $16,800 expenditure. CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 17, 1998 PAGE 4 STUDY SESSION M/Herrera reminded the Council that extensive discussion regarding the decline of the Festival and whether or not it offered the community a benefit was held in 1997. The Council suggested that the Festival be combined with tha City Anniversary Celebration or discontinued in its entirety. Numerous letters have been sent to Steve Johnson and he has not responded. She believed the Council should discuss this matter now and reach a conclusion. M/Herrera stated the following community organizations participated in the 1997 Ranch Festival: DBIA, Golden Springs Elementary, Pop Warner Football, AQMD, Avon, Sheriffs Department, the City of D. B. and Discovery Travel. She pointed out that Castle Rock Elementary School and a couple of other organizations did not receive monies promised to them by the Ranch Festival. CM/Belanger stated that a letter was sent to Steve Johnson at the Ranch Festival's post office box on February 11, 1998 requesting him to be present at tonight's meeting. The letter included copies of letters previously sent on January 15, 1998 and December 17, 1998. DCM/Usher stated that prior to mailing the December letter, he verified the address with Steve Johnson. C/Huff felt Council should delay making a decision until a meeting can be established with Steve Johnson. MPT/Chang believed the Council had given the Ranch Festival ample opportunity to respond. Last year, information was requested from the Ranch Festival leadership and Council was not provided adequate information. The Council was pressured to make a last minute decision which disturbed many residents. He indicated he attended the Ranch Festival in 1997. The turnout was poor, the festival was poorly managed and very unprofessional. He believed the residents and businesses have lost interest in the festival. In addition, the festival continues to accrue debt. M/Herrera stated that, just because the City has been supporting an organization for several years, that is not sufficient reason to continue its support. The community needs to benefit from the event and she did not see where the community is benefiting from its expenditure. C/O'Connor indicated the event was successful when the schools were involved. The Ranch Festival has increased their fees over the years so that schools are unable to realize any profit. C/Huff believed that it is time to "pull the plug" on the Ranch Festival organization. However, the manner in which it is done is important. He recommended that the matter be agendized for a regular City Council meeting and that a certified letter be sent notifying the D.B. Ranch Festival CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 17, 1998 PAGE 5 STUDY SESSION committee that their participation is requested. CM/Belanger stated a notice will be sent to the post office box as well as the home address. The item will be placed on the March 3, 1998 City Council agenda. CM/Belanger explained that approximately 6 weeks ago, he met with Mrs. Johnson and her committee. They reported that the event was unable to retire its debt and in fact, did not do well financially. He said he requested additional information regarding the festival's 1997 income and expenditures which has not been forthcoming. 4. CITY COUNCIL GOALS DISCUSSION: The Council reviewed and revised the lists of City Council short term and long term Goals and Objectives. CM/Belanger explained that the Capital Improvement Projects (CIP) listing will be in two categories, one relating to the redevelopment process and the other relating to the City's projects. The redevelopment CIP will be a longer process (longer than five years) and the City's projects will have a shorter CIP (three years). The 1998/1999 Budget will reflect the new listing. C/Huff recommended the Council eliminate the five year CIP figures and proceed with the 2, 3, 7 and 10 year projections, as applicable. CM/Belanger responded to M/Herrera that the newly proposed Planning and Engineering fee schedules are being reviewed by the City Attorney. M/Herrera stated that some of the items have been given a "1" ranking because they are completed or near completion. For instance, DBIA has assumed responsibility for the Volunteer Home Improvement Project. Therefore, this item should be eliminated from the City's goals. 1996/1997 ON-GOING GOALS: CM/Belanger responded to M/Herrera that the School Traffic Study is completed and will be presented to the City Council in the near future and can be eliminated from the list. The Council concurred to leave Public/Public and Public/Private Partnerships on the goals list. Disaster Preparedness Planning, Training and Management is ongoing and will remain on the list. CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 17, i998 PAGE S STUDY SESSION Evaluate Impacts of Traffic on Economic Development: CM/Belanger stated that the City provides traffic cuunts to the City's prospective retailers. To the extent the numbers are not high enough, there is a direct impact to economic development. Evaluate Existing Organization and Recommend Adding, Deleting or Modifying Classifications is being done. CM/Belanger explained that this item is in process. Some changes have been made and other changes will be proposed. The projects set forth by the Council to be accomplished sets the tone for the type of organizational structure that needs to be created. The Council concurred to drop this item from the list. CM/Belanger assured the Council that consideration is ongoing even though the item does not appear on the list. Analyze the Adoption of an Overnight Parking Ordinance is in process and can be eliminated from the list. Classification and Compensation Plans is prepared and being reviewed by the City Attorney. The proposed plans will be offered to the Council for approval. C/Huff recommended that items completed or to be completed in 1998 be put on a separate list. Master Plan of Parks and Facilities Preparation: CM/Belanger stated the plan is prepared and being reviewed by the subcommittee for report to the Council. C/O'Connor recommended that the title "Pursue the Implementation of Parks Master Plan Recommendations" supplant the current item. The Council concurred. 1997/1998 Shortfall Remediation Planning: CM/Belanger explained that the 1997/1998 Budget reflects revenues and expenditures exclusive of the AB1226 monies. Consideration of this item is ongoing. However, the item can be dropped from the list. Complete Pantera Park will occur and the item can be dropped from the list. Revise Personnel Ordinance and Rules and Regulations will be placed on the 1998 list. Complete Peterson Park Modifications: DPWD/Liu stated the modifications are completed and cleanup is in process. The City has unresolved issues with the contractor. This item can be placed on the 1998 list. Monitor the Mitigation Plans for the Westerly Limit Landslide: CM/Belanger reported that the Walnut School District has completed its remediation CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 17, 1998 PAGE 7 STUDY SESSION project. Mr. Patel has time to provide a map and has not yet provided permanent remediation which will occur as a part of his Tentative Map. Short term remediation was completed by Mr. Patel about one year ago. Development Code Preparation is in process and can be placed on the 1998 list. D.B. Blvd. Resurfacing is completed excepted the area from Palomino Dr. to Temple Ave. which will occur this summer through the Redevelopment Plan process. Pathfinder Rd. Resurfacing is finished except for slurry seal from Shaded Wood Rd. to the westerly City limit. Evaluate Accounting Software is in process. Development Impact Fee Schedule Preparation has not been done. 1996/1997 LONG TERM GOALS: Master Plan for Code Enforcement Preparation: DCM/DeStefano explained that part of this item is contained within the Development Code presently under consideration. CM/Belanger stated that two issues are pending: 1) level of enforcement at the operational level and 2) level of enforcement at the legal level. This item will remain on the list. Evaluate Secondary Access Alternative to Diamond Ranch High School: M/Herrera stated the City has evaluated this matter and suggested the liaison committee and the School District pursue the item. C/O'Connor and MPT/Chang stated the citizens favor a secondary access and recommended the item remain on the list. The Council concurred to entitle the item "Secondary Access Alternative to Diamond Ranch High School" for the revised list. Master Plan of Youth Preparation: CM/Belanger explained the item. M/Herrera said she believes this item is a matter for the schools and the churches. She recommended the item be dropped from the list. CM/Belanger stated that the Parks Master Plan discuss will include youth concerns. City Hall/Civic Center: The Council concurred to leave this item on the list. Pursue/Monitor Traffic Solutions for 91 Corridor: The item will remain on the list. Senior/Community Facility: Remains on the list. CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 17, 1998 PAGE 8 STUDY SESSION Interagency Planning: Ongoing. Eliminate generic "Traffic Study". CM/Belanger pointed out the list of specific traffic studies is located at the back of the report. Volunteer Patrol Parking Enforcement Enhancement: Move this item to the 1998 list. Proactively Seek a Bypass Road: Ongoing. Larkstone Park: Ongoing. Monthly Newsletter: On the City Council agenda for tonight. Leave the item on the list. Diamond Ranch High School: Delete the item. Parking Restrictions: Included in the Development Code for new development. Drop the item. Business Licenses: Changed to Business Registration - Drop Business Licenses from the list. LA Sheriffs Audit. CM/Belanger stated that the Sheriffs Department reports that Diamond Bar receives the full compliment of contracted units. Architectural Review: Contained within the Development Code. Drop from the list. Truancy Ordinance: Drop from the list. Saturday Night Special Gun Ban. Drop from the list. C/O'Connor suggested that the remaining list be categorized with headings and sub -headings. For example, list a Traffic Study heading and then list each item under the heading. M/Herrera asked that the discussion be continued to a March 3, 1998 Work Study Session. The session will include discussion of Redevelopment projects. 4. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to conduct, Mayor Herrera adjourned the study session at 6:25 p.m. to the regular City Council meeting. CITY COUNCIL FEBRUARY 17, 1998 PAGE 9 STUDY SESSION LYNDA BURGESS, City Clerk ATTEST: &�A�M4' Mayor MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR FEBRUARY 17, 1998 STUDY SESSION: A. Development Code B. Diamond Bar Ranch Festival C. City Council Goals & Objectives STUDY SESSION ADJOURNED AT 6:25 P.M. 1. CLOSED SESSION: None 2. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Herrera called the meeting to order at 6:43 p.m., in the SCAQMD Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Alan Wilson. INVOCATION: Pastor Gordon Lee, River of Life Community Church. ROLL CALL: Council Members Huff, O'Connor, Mayor Pro Tem Chang and Mayor Herrera. Council Member Ansari was excused. Also present were: Terrence L. Belanger, City Manager; Amanda Susskind, Assistant City Attorney; James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager; Frank Usher, Deputy City Manager; David Liu, Deputy Public Works Director; Bob Rose, Community Services Director; Linda Magnuson, Assistant Finance Director and Lynda Burgess, City Clerk. APPROVAL OF AGENDA: Council concurred to approve the agenda as recommended. 3. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATES, PROCLAMATIONS: None 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Clyde Hennessee withdrew from the Off - Site Parking Task Force stating that he was concerned about loss of citizen's rights. Don Gravdahl asked that Item 6.7 be withdrawn from the Consent Calendar. Alan Hart asked that D.B. consider conducting its own youth sports program rather than contracting services with the City of Brea. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: 5.1 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING - February 24, 1998 - 7:00 FEBRUARY 3, 1998 PALL 2 CI'T'Y CCUNCIL p.m., AQMD Auditorium, 21365 E. Copley Dr. 5.2 OFF-SITE PARKING TASK FORCE MEETING - February 25, 1998, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., AQMD Room CC -2, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 5.3 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION - February 26, 1998 - 7:CO p.m., :AQMD Hearing Board Room, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 5.4 CITY COUNCIL MEETING - March 3, 1998 - 6:30 p.m., AQMD Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 5.5 PLANNING COMMISSION - March 10, 1998 - 7:30 p.m., AQMD Auditorium, 21865 Copley Dr. 5.6 SOLID WASTE TASK FORCE - March 11, 1998 -6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., AQMD Rooms CC -3 & 5, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 5.7 OFF-SITE PARKING - March 11, 1998 - 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., AQMD Room CC -2, AQMD, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 5.8 TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION - March 12, 1998 - 7:00 p.m., AQMD Hearing Board Room, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 6. CONSENT CALENDAR: MPT/Chang moved, C/O'Connor seconded, to approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of Items No. 6.7 as presented. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Huff, O'Connor, MPT/Chang, M/Herrera NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari 6.1 APPROVED MINUTES - Regular Meeting of February 3, 1998 - As submitted. 6.2 RECEIVED AND FILED TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MINUTES: 6.2.1 School Study Public Workshop #2, October 2, 1997. 6.2.2 Regular Meeting, October 9, 1997. 6.2.3 Regular Meeting, November 13, 1997. 6.2.4 Brea Canyon Road Streetscape Improvement Project Workshop, November 20, 1997. 6.3 RECEIVED AND FILED PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES - Regular Meeting of January 13, 1998. 6.4 APPROVED VOUCHER REGISTER - dated February 17, 1998 in the amount of $222,086.62. 6.5 AWARDED PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR DESIGN OF AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT (ADA) RETRO- FIT OF HERITAGE AND RONALD REAGAN PARKS - to David Evans & Associates in an amount not -to -exceed $38,770 plus a FEBRUARY 17, 1998 PAGE 3 contingency of $2,000 for a total of $40,770. 6.6 AWARDED DESIGN SERVICES FOR AREA 1 SLURRY SEAL PROJECT - to GFB-Friedrich & Associates in an amount not -to - exceed $21,626 and authorized an amount of $2,200 for contract amendment(s) to be approved by the City Manager, for a total authorization of $23,826. 6.8 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 98-12: 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 - FFW, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 21 OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY, AND THE GOVERNING BODIES OF THE 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 transferring a portion of the annual tax increment attributable to Diamond Ranch High School from the City to L.A. County Sanitation District No. 21. 6.9 APPROVED EXTENSION OF WEST COAST ARBORISTS CONTRACT - authorizing additional street tree maintenance work for the 1997/1998 fiscal year, in a total amount not -to -exceed $55,000. MATTERS WITHDRAWN FROM CONSENT CALENDAR: 6.7 CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH AUSTIN-FOUST ASSOCIATES INC. FOR FACILITATION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR OFF-SITE PARKING TASK FORCE. Don Gravdahl, Off -Site Parking Task Force member, said he is not familiar with the term "facilitator" and did not support consideration of other cities' ordinances and enforcement issues in consideration of the matter until D.B. has examined its own problems. MPT/Chang and C/O'Connor expressed concern over the City expending funds for a consultant at this time since this is a community related matter and it is within the committee's purview to examine the public's concerns. Following discussion, C/Huff moved, M/Herrera seconded, to allocate an amount not -to -exceed $5,000 for facilitator/staff support services FEBRUARY 17, 1998 PAGE 4 on an "as needed" basis. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Huff, O'Connor, MPT/Chang, M/Herrera NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None 8. OLD BUSINESS: None 9. NEW BUSINESS: 9.1 APPROVED REORGANIZATION OF CITY ORGANIZATIONAL STRUCTURE AND ALLOCATION OF STAFF RESOURCES - Following discussion, C/Huff moved, MPT/Chang seconded, to approve the reorganization plan as outlined within the report provided by staff; authorize the City Manager to implement the required documents, and to accomplish said reorganization including necessary changes in budget and personnel. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Huff, O'Connor, MPT/Chang, M/Herrera NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari 9.2 APPOINTMENT OF COMMISSIONERS TO THE PLANNING, PARKS AND RECREATION, AND TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSIONS - Terms begin March 1, 1998 and end on February 29, 2001. C/O'Connor: Steve Tye, Planning Commission Karen Holder, Parks & Recreation Commission Arun Virginkar, Traffic & Transportation Commission C/Huff: Joe McManus, Planning Commission Dan Nolan, Parks & Recreation Commission Roland Morris, Traffic & Transportation Commission MPT/Chang: George Kuo, Planning Commission Patty Anis, Parks & Recreation Commission Scott Lin, Traffic & Transportation Commission M/Herrera: Joe Ruzicka, Planning Commission FEBRUARY 17, 1998 PAGE 5 Yvonne Pruitt, Parks & Recreation Commission Joyce Leonard -Colby, Traffic & Transportation Commission C/O'Connor moved, MPT/Chang seconded, to ratify the recommended appointments. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Huff, O'Connor, MPT/Chang, M/Herrera NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari This matter was continued to March 3, 1998 for consideration and ratification of C/Ansari's recommended appointments. 9.3 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 98-13: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING ADVANCE AND REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT NUMBER 7 WITH THE DIAMOND BAR REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY - C/Huff moved, MPT/Chang seconded, to approve Agreement No. 7 in the amount of $110,500. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Huff, O'Connor, MPT/Chang, M/Herrera NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari 9.4 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 98-14: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR AUTHORIZING PAYMENT BY THE AGENCY FOR PART OF THE COST OF THE INSTALLATION AND CONSTRUCTION OF STREET IMPROVEMENTS - MPT/Chang moved, C/Huff seconded, to authorize payment by way of Advance and Reimbursement Agreement No. P1 in the amount of $328,120. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Huff, O'Connor, MPT/Chang, M/Herrera NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari RECESS TO REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING: 8:06 p.m. RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: M/Herrera reconvened the City Council meeting at 8:13 p.m. FEBRUARY 17, 1998 PAGE 6 10. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS: C/O'Connor reported that the Parks Master Plan Subcommittee met on Thursday, February 12, 1998 and reviewed prioritization and funding sources based upon short term, mid-term and long range plans. She anticipated that the subcommittee will make a presentation to Council following its next meeting. C/Huff reported that the Solid Waste Task Force held its first meeting on Monday, February 9, 1998. The subcommittee will review proposed compliance measures with the State mandate that the City must cease sending 50% of its waste to landfills by the year 2000 as well as, considering options to the current contracts for trash services. He discussed the recent Four Corners meeting during which an action plan was recommended to SCAG for a 2 -year phased project with $100,000 funding the first year. The study is to consider the traffic mitigation measures and their effectiveness since the last study was conducted in the early 1990's. He explained how the City has been used as a traffic pass-through area from Orange County. MPT/Chang stated that he, M/Herrera, CM/Belanger, and DPWD/Liu met last week to discuss economic development and methods for attracting businesses to the community. He had requested a meeting with Congressman Jay Kim to discuss possibilities of federal funding or general support for the Four Corners transportation issue. M/Herrera stated the Economic Development Subcommittee members and staff will be visiting local business to discuss the business climate in the community. On March 20, 1998, staff and Council Members will attend the International Council of Shopping Centers workshop in Long Beach. She reported on the first Off -Site Parking Task Force meeting and thanked the members for their participation. CM/Belanger offered C/O'Connor a variety of possibilities for who might bear responsibility in the event of land slippage. C/O'Connor congratulated her oldest daughter for handling a potentially dangerous situation and wished her youngest daughter a happy birthday. C/Huff said he attended the Chinese New Year's celebration at Diamond Bar High School and the event reminded him about last year's visit to D.B.'s Sister City. MPT/Chang stated he represented the City at the Diamond Bar High School Chinese New Year's celebration during the Mayor's absence. He thanked the other Council Members for their attendance. He congratulated Joshua Mercer, Volunteer Patrol Member of the Year, and thanked the D.B. Volunteer Patrol members for their service to the community. FEBRUARY 17, 1998 PAGE 7 11. COUNCIL COMMENTS: M/Herrera thanked the Council Members for their participation in the Development Code Study Sessions. Public Hearings will begin on March 17, 1998 and she invited public participation. She thanked staff for their diligence and hard work. 12. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to conduct, M/Herrera adjourned the meeting at 8:37 p.m. LYNDA BURGESS, City Clerk ATTEST: -W444' Mayor