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HomeMy WebLinkAbout10/6/1998 Minutes - Regular MeetingCITY OF DIAMOND BAR CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION JOINT MEETING WITH THE PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION OCTOBER 6, 1998 CITY COUNCIL CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Herrera called the meeting to order at 4:20 p.m. in the South Coast Air Quality Management District Room CC -8, 21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, .California. 2. ROLL CALL: Council Members Ansari, Huff, O'Connor, Mayor Pro Tem Chang and Mayor Herrera. PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION CALL TO ORDER: Chair Finnerty called the meeting to order at 4:20 p.m. in the South Coast Air Quality Management District Room CC -8, 21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California. ROLL CALL: Commissioners Anis, Pruitt, Holder, Vice Chairman Nolan and Chairman Finnerty. Also present were: Terrence L. Belanger, City Manager; Michael Jenkins, City Attorney; James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager; David Liu, Deputy Public Works Director; Bob Rose, Community Services Director; Mike Nelson, Communications & Marketing Director; Linda Magnuson, Assistant Finance Director; Lynda Burgess, City Clerk; Kellee Fritzal, Assistant to the City Manager and Anne Haraksin, Administrative Assistant. A. IMPLEMENTATION OF PARKS MASTER PLAN. Chair/Finnerty explained that the Commission had prepared 501(c)(3) Non - Profit Foundation By -Laws and Articles of Incorporation to assist with the implementation of the Parks Master Plan. In response to C/Huff, Chair/Finnerty explained that, with respect to Article II, Section I of the By -Laws, the community would be responsible for on- going maintenance fees. In response to C/Huff, CA/Jenkins stated that the Foundation may elect to be subject to the Brown Act. If the Foundation is completely independent and non-profit, members need not submit financial disclosures. The By - Laws should clearly state the Foundation's intent for clarification. In response to C/Huff, CM/Belanger explained that under the Brown Act (Article III - Meetings), the presiding officer of the Board of Directors has the authority to call special meetings. In response to M/Herrera, Chair/Finnerty explained that the terms of office vary only for the initial year. Council Member appointees may serve two OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 2 COUNCIUP & R COMM. STUDY consecutive two year terms under Section V, Article V. In response to C/Pruitt regarding Article 5, Section 2, CM/Belanger explained that the Mayor's appointment would be for only one year because the Mayor is only elected for one year. In response to C/O'Connor, Chair/Finnerty reported that one member of the City Council, designated by the Mayor, would serve on the Foundation for one year. C/Pruitt stated that Article 5, Section 3 needs to state how many consecutive terms the Parks & Recreation Commission representative may serve. M/Herrera suggested that Board representation be increased to 15 members. C/Pruitt stated that Article 5, Section 4 should include a "rotation by random draw" for the organization participation selection, and that Article 5, Section 7 should be revised to require 6 votes, not 5, to remove a director. VC/Nolan believed that 11 members is the right number. He expressed concern about whether people will want to participate in the Foundation and felt it important for the Foundation to have a proper kick-off. C/O'Connor pointed out that the wording of Article XI, Section 2 and Article XII, Section 1 are identical. She asked what the committee recommends for the name of the Foundation (Article VI of Articles of Incorporation). Chair/Finnerty explained that an agent has not yet been appointed but that she felt the City Manager is the most reasonable designee. CM/Belanger stated that the agent of the corporation would most appropriately be appointed upon advice of Counsel. Chair/Finnerty believed it would be irresponsible for the Commission to propose methods for implementation of the Parks Master Plan. The City has spent a considerable amount of money preparing the document. VC/Nolan believed it would be difficult to get people excited about a 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation. Recent negotiations with SunCal will go a long way toward implementing the City's number one priority. CM/Belanger pointed out that the SunCal project is one of the last of its kind in, the City. The 501(c)(3) non-profit foundation would provide an opportunity to approach companies who have resources that they might wish to invest. OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 3 COUNCIL/P & R COMM. STUDY to approach companies who have resources that they might wish to invest. Chair/Finnerty pointed out that, with the acquisition of funds from the SunCal project and the recent sale of property, the City is able to show the community that it has made significant progress toward implementing the' proposed projects. She commended Council and the City Manager for their efforts. Regarding grant writing, M/Herrera suggested that the City might advertise for a part time grant writer. CM/Belanger recommended that staff research the concept of foundations and grant writing to determine the feasibility of the City's involvement and make its recommendation to Council and the Commission. B. JOINT USE AGREEMENTS WITH SCHOOL DISTRICTS M/Herrera stated that, on September 15, 1998, Council approved a contract agreement for Paul C. Grow Park. The School Board will consider approval at its next meeting. Council and the District agreed on this matter during its recent joint meeting. CSD/Rose stated that, with respect to the lighting at Lorbeer Middle School, a consultant had been retained by the City to complete the electrical system design. Staff and the consultant will meet with PUSD to establish an active lighting master plan. Current funding is for lighting of the football field. In response to Chair/Finnerty, CM/Belanger stated that the lighting will be phased in. Phase I will be the lower field and Phase II will consist of the hard court area and the upper field area. PUSD is in agreement with the proposed plan. Council and the Commission discussed joint use efforts between the City and the WVUSD and PUSD. C. STATUS OF LARKSTONE PARK M/Herrera stated that Council and the WVUSD Board met in July and concluded that an interpretive park toward the canyon bottom would be a better use than building a 3.9 acre level park. The School Board is in the process of evaluating the area of land and how much of the land they will contribute to the City. She anticipated the contribution of land will exceed 3.9 acres. In response to Chair/Finnerty, CM/Belanger explained that the facility will be ADA accessible. OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 4 COUNCIUP & R COMM. STUDY D. INSTALLATION OF SPANNER BANNERS CSD/Rose stated that the Commission, during its evaluation of the City's Anniversary Celebration, determined that there is a need for spanner banners to advertise community events and recommends that banners be placed at the following locations: Grand Ave. and D.B. Blvd. (one facing Grand and one facing D. B. Blvd.); Golden Springs Dr. at Brea Canyon Rd., and on D. B. Blvd. near the Kmart Center. C/O'Connor stated she would like banners to be available to organizations for special announcements. Chair/Finnerty explained that the Commission wanted to avoid having spanner banners displayed throughout the year. M/Herrera said she would like to avoid having the banners span six lanes. Chair/Finnerty concurred with CM/Belanger that a more feasible and economical option is to have the banners displayed from the median. C/Holder explained that the main focus of the Commission was to have the banners for advertising the City's Anniversary Celebration. She had a problem with extending the use to organizations. CM/Belanger stated that the cost factor may prohibit use by organizations. M/Herrera stated that if spanner banners were used, she would not want them to look unsightly but that she would be interested in pursuing the matter. E. GENERAL DISCUSSION Chair/Finnerty stated that the Commission received a request to install a "doggie park" at Summitridge Park. In response to VC/Nolan regarding a trails program, M/Herrera stated that C/O'Connor is the Council's representative to WCCA which is overseeing such programs. Chair/Finnerty explained that the Commission determined that, at a later date, a Trails Master Plan should be prepared in addition to the Parks MasterPlan. She thanked Council for participating in this joint meeting. She stated that, in attending some of the Parks & Recreation conferences, it has come to her attention that some of the most effective cities have regular joint meetings. OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 5 COUNCIUP & R COMM. STUDY 4. RECESS: There being no further business to conduct, Mayor Herrera recessed the Study Session at 5:42 p.m. to open Closed Session. Chairman Finnerty adjourned the Parks & Recreation Commission meeting to October 22, 1998. LYNDA BURGESS, Ci y Clerk ATTEST: Mayor BOB R SE, Commission Secretary ATTEST: C4nmissic,6 Chairmap' MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR OCTOBER 6, 1998 STUDY SESSION: Joint Meeting between City Council and Parks & Recreation Commission, called to order at 4:20 p.m. in the South Coast Air Quality Management District Room CC -8, 21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar. ROLL CALL: Council Members Ansari, Huff, O'Connor, Mayor Pro Tem Chang, Mayor Herrera Commissioners Anis, Holder, Pruitt, Vice Chairman Nolan, Chairman Finnerty RECESS: 5:42 p.m. REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CLOSED SESSION: CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR PURSUANT TO CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8: Property: 21700 Gateway Center Drive (Lot 2, Tract No. 39679) Negotiating Parties: City and A. E.W. Tooley & Company CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT: 6:20 p.m. CM/Belanger announced that no reportable actions had been taken. 2. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Herrera called the meeting to order at 6:52 p.m. in the Auditorium of the South Coast Air Quality Management District, 21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Assistant Fire Chief Gilbert Herrera INVOCATION: of Walnut Dr. Ted Martinez, Evangelical Free Church ROLL CALL: Council Members Ansari, Huff, O'Connor, Mayor Pro Tem Chang, Mayor Herrera Also present were: Terrence L. Belanger, City Manager; Michael Jenkins, City Attorney; James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager; David Liu, Deputy Director of Public Works; Bob Rose, Community Services Director; Mike Nelson, Communications & Marketing Director; Linda Magnuson, Assistant Finance Director and Lynda Burgess, City Clerk. OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 2 APPROVAL OF AGENDA: As presented. 3. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATES, PROCLAMATIONS: 3.1 Proclaimed October 5-9,1998 as "Rideshare Week." 3.2 Proclaimed October, 1998 as "Crime Prevention Month." 3.3 Proclaimed October, 1998 as "Escrow Month." 3.4 Presented City Tile to Helen Delaney, Maple Hill Elementary School, named "Teacher of the Year" by the Walnut Valley Unified School District. 3.5 Presented City Tile to Victoria Rasshan, Roosevelt Elementary School, named 'Teacher of the Year" by the Pomona Unified School District. 3.6 Presented City Tile to Walnut Sheriff Deputy Thomas Lanning for arresting a suspected rapist. BUSINESS OF THE MONTH: 3.7 Presented City Tile to Mike Scott, President of Scott Engineering. 4. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Jeff Koontz, D.B. Chamber of Commerce, announced the candidates' forum on Tuesday, October 13 beginning at 6:00 p.m. in the SCAQMD Auditorium. The Chamber's Business Expo will be held on October 24 in the Kmart parking lot. The "Eggs & Issues" Breakfast Meeting will be held at 7:15 a.m. on October 28. He further announced the "Night Glow Golf' event on October 23 being presented by the Parks & Recreation Department. Dr. Lawrence Rhodes asked the City to coordinate with senior citizens regarding how social security is determined according to date of birth. He suggested lobbying Congress to ask them to correct the error of "notch payments," which result in some senior citizens receiving approximately $200 less per month in benefits. George Davidson said that, with respect to Consent Calendar Item No. 6.1.1, he was concerned about the City contracting with Leighton & Associates because the firm was involved with various Southern California landslides. He thanked City staff for delivering the Sun Cal information packets to him. Iris Mann asked the City to make certain that the SunCal development is environmentally safe for animals. 5. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS: OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 3 5.1 TELECOMMUNICATIONS TASK FORCE - October 7, 1998 - 6:30 p.m., CC -2, SCAQMD, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 5.2 TRAFFIC & TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION - October 8, 1998 - 7:00 p.m., SCAQMD Hearing Board Room, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 5.3 PLANNING COMMISSION - October 13, 1998 - 7:00 p.m., SCAQMD Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 5.4 CITY COUNCIL MEETING AND JOINT STUDY SESSION WITH TRAFFIC & TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION - October 20, 1998 - 4:00 p.m., CC -8, SCAQMD Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr. 5.5 TOWN HALL MEETING - November 7, 1998 - 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 noon, Off -Site Parking Task Force and short- & long-term solutions to traffic. 5.6 NIGHT GLOW GOLF TOURNAMENT, October 23, 1998, 7:00 p.m., D.B. Golf Course. 6. CONSENT CALENDAR: Moved by MPT/Chang, seconded by C/Huff, to approve the Consent Calendar with the exception of Item Nos. 6.11.1 and 6.11.3. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Huff, O'Connor, MPT/Chang, M/Herrera NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None 6.1 APPROVAL OF MINUTES 6.1.1 Study Session of September 15, 1998 - Continued to next meeting. 6.1.2 Regular Meeting of September 15, 1998 - As submitted. 6.2 RECEIVED & FILED TRAFFIC & TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MINUTES: 6.2.1 Regular Meeting of July 9, 1998. 6.2.2 Regular Meeting of August 13, 1998. 6.3 RECEIVED & FILED PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES: 6.3.1 Regular Meeting of June 23, 1998. 6.3.2 Regular Meeting of July 14, 1998. 6.4 RECEIVED & FILED PARKS & RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES: 6.4.1 Regular Meeting of July 23, 1998. 6.4.2 Regular Meeting of August 27, 1998. OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 4 6.5 APPROVED VOUCHER REGISTER - dated October 6, 1998 in the amount of $506,400.30. 6.6 RECEIVED & FILED TREASURER'S REPORT - August, 1998. 6.7 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 98-55: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR OPPOSING EFFORTS TO MANDATE ALL NEWLY HIRED PUBLIC EMPLOYEES TO PARTICIPATE IN THE SOCIAL SECURITY PROGRAM. 6.8 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 98-56: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR CONFIRMING THE EXISTENCE OF A LOCAL EMERGENCY AND RATIFYING THE PROCLAMATION THEREOF. 6.9 RESOLUTION NO. 98-57: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE VACATION OF ROAD AND HIGHWAY EASEMENTS - L.A. Fitness, Inc. requested vacation of existing easements for road and highway purposes located at the southeastern corner of their property adjacent to Golden Springs Dr. 6.10 RESOLUTION NO. 98-58: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING THE VACATION OF A SEWER EASEMENT - L.A. Fitness, Inc. requested vacation of an existing easement for sanitary sewer purposes located at the northwestern end of their property adjacent to St. Rte. 60 fwy. 6.11 ENGINEERING SERVICES CONTRACT EXTENSIONS 6.11.2 APPROVED EXTENSION OF CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENTS FOR CITY TRAFFIC ENGINEERING SERVICES - (A) awarded a Traffic Engineering Services contract to Warren Siecke on an as -needed basis for 3 years commencing October 21, 1998 and (B) approved and authorized the Mayor to extend on-call contracts for Austin -Foust, Inc.; DKS Associates; Linscott Law Greenspan Engineers; Meyer, Mohaddes Assoc., Inc. and O'Rourke Engineering on an as -needed basis for 3 years commencing October 21, 1998. MATTERS WITHDRAWN FROM CONSENT CALENDAR. 6.11.1 EXTENSION OF CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SOILS AND GEOTECHNICAL OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 5 ENGINEERING SERVICES. Following discussion, C/Ansari moved, C/Huff seconded, to approve extension of the agreement with Leighton & Assoc. to provide as -needed professional soils and geotechnical engineering services for 3 years commencing October 21, 1998. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Huff, O'Connor, MPT/Chang, M/Herrera NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None 6.11.3 AWARD OF CONTRACTS FOR CITY ENGINEERING SERVICES. Following discussion, MPT/Chang moved, C/Huff seconded, to award contracts to Charles Abbott & Assoc. and Hall & Foreman, Inc. to provide City Engineering services 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 - None ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None 8. OLD BUSINESS: 8.1 (A) RESOLUTION NO. 98-59: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 52267, CERTIFICATION OF ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT NO. 97-2 (SCH NO. 97031005) AND APPROVAL OF THE MITIGATION MONITORING PROGRAM SET FORTH THEREIN, FOR A 141 LOT SUBDIVISION (130 SINGLE FAMILY HOMES) GENERALLY LOCATED EAST OF DIAMOND BAR BOULEVARD AND NORTH OF GRAND AVENUE AT THE EXTENSION OF HIGH CREST DRIVE, DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. (B) RESOLUTION NO. 98-60: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING HILLSIDE MANAGEMENT CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT NO. 98-03, OAK TREE OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 6 PERMIT NO. 98-01, FOR VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP NO. 52267, A 141 LOT SUBDIVISION FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF 130 SINGLE FAMILY HOMES GENERALLY LOCATED EAST OF DIAMOND BAR BOULEVARD AND NORTH OF GRAND AVENUE AT THE EXTENSION OF HIGHCREST DRIVE, DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA. Bruce Elias, SunCal, and staff responded to Council Member's questions. Sam Saffari thanked staff for delivering a packet to him. He asked for clarification of the condition regarding in-kind facilities in lieu of a cash payment to the City. CM/Belanger stated that the condition is to provide for the possibility and opportunity, during the course of construction, that if public facilities which require grading or some other type of similar activity were to be planned, a network could be accomplished during the time that the applicant is developing this site, that an equivalent amount of the value of such grading activity could, upon the decision of Council and by mutual agreement of the property owner, be an offset to the amount of money that the property owner would be required to remit. The value of such activities would be independently determined and the final decision on whether the activity would occur would be made by Council. Mr. Saffari asked that the condition be removed. He further asked if the resolution included a condition to have the open space of 339 acres revert to the City in perpetuity and if, in the event litigation is brought against the City with regard to this project, would the builder be allowed to start grading regardless of pending litigation. CA/Jenkins stated that the specifics of how the City will accept the open space are not provided for in this document because the conditions are those that are imposed on the subdivider. How the City chooses to accept the dedication and the projection that it offers to assure that the open space will remain open space to the maximum extent that that can be accomplished, need not be specified in this document, but will be decided upon and brought back to Council at a later date. With respect to the possibility of litigation, the subdivider is permitted to move forward on the project upon its approval and upon receipt of all necessary permits even if litigation is filed unless, in the course of that litigation, a court order is obtained specifically instructing that no work be undertaken. Ron Tehrani objected to the fact that the project was approved for 130 lots. OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 7 Sandy Erickson asked for clarification regarding the gate location. She asked if an amendment to the draft resolution would require another public hearing. She asked if the proposed initiative would have any effect on this project. She suggested that the gate be used for egress traffic only. CA/Jenkins stated that another public hearing will not be required in the event that the resolution is amended. All of these matters were the subject of full consideration of this project during the public hearings. With respect to the initiative, this is a Vesting Tract Map. Once approved, the developer has the right to proceed under this City's standards as they exist today. The only circumstances under which an initiative, if successful, would apply would be if this map were to expire on its own terms and the applicant would have to start the process all over again. With respect to the road issue, people currently living on a public street cannot be compelled to have their street converted to a private street and the obligation to maintain it put upon them when the obligation is currently that of the City. If all of the residents of the street agreed, then there is no problem with vacating the street and converting it to a private street. Thom Pruitt stated that the terms and conditions of the proposed resolution are consistent with the goals and objectives of the General Plan. Bruce Elias asked for modification to Condition (26)A on Page 16 regarding completion of improvements along D.B. Blvd. and Goldrush Dr. to allow the improvements to be completed prior to issuance of the final Certificate of Occupancy for the homes. CM/Belanger stated that staffs recommendation is to amend the language to "prior to the issuance of final occupancy" and to include language to require the applicant to post Faithful Performance Bonds for these projects. Following discussion, C/O'Connor moved, C/Huff seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 98-59 and 98-60. C/Huff requested that language to be added to Section (26)A, last sentence of the first paragraph as follows: "The landscaping projects shall be completed prior to the issuance of the final Certificate of Occupancy and after the posting of Faithful Performance Bonds." C/O'Connor agreed to amend the motion to include C/Huffs language. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote: OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 8 AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Huff, O'Connor, MPT/Chang, M/Herrera NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None 9. NEW BUSINESS: 9.1 CAPTAIN RICHARD MARTINEZ, WALNUT SHERIFF, GAVE A VERBAL PRESENTATION ON THE FIRST AND SECOND QUARTER TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT STATISTICS. 9.2 APPOINTED CIVIC CENTER/COMMUNITY CENTER TASK FORCE MEMBERS: M/Herrera - Thom Pruitt, Sharon Shepard, Rajai Batnigi MPT/Chang - David Schey, David Oliver, Nina Goncharov C/Ansari - Marty Torres, Gary Werner, H.K. "Speed" Klinzing C/Huff - Dave Yocum, Allen Wilson C/O'Connor - J.J. Dinkin, a member of the Diamond Ranch High School student body and one other appointee to be announced at a future time. Community Representatives - Art O'Daly, Chamber of Commerce; Bob Zirbes, DBIA; Norman Bell and Tom Ortiz, D.B. Seniors; Kathleen Newe and Eileen Tillery, Friends of the Library; Annette Finnerty and Daniel Nolan, Parks & Recreation Commission; Chris McPeak, WVUSD and Brenda Engdahl, PUSD. M/Herrera stated that the task force will be chaired by C/Huff. C/O'Connor will also serve on the committee. The first meeting will be held on Wednesday, October 28. The committee has the option to extend their time for consideration to October 31, 1999. RECESS TO REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING: 9:12 p.m. RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: 9:15 p.m. 10. COUNCIL SUB -COMMITTEE REPORTS AND COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS: C/Ansari attended a San Gabriel Valley Water Quality Workshop. She and OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 9 other Council Members attended the 100th Anniversary of the League of California Cities held in Long Beach. She pointed out that Long Beach utilized redevelopment monies to revitalize the City. MPT/Chang stated that on September 24, he and other City Council Members attended the International Convention of Shopping Centers in Palm Desert. Staff manned a very professional booth at a primary location which gave the City an opportunity to talk with many major businesses. On September 30, the Telecommunications Task Force held its third meeting. He thanked the members for their participation. He spoke about attending the League of California Cities. C/O'Connor stated that on September 16, Council Members attended the Contract Cities Dinner, which was co-sponsored by the fire department. She complemented the Explorer group for their special fire -fighting backpack innovation. On September 17, a number of Council Members attended the Economic Outlook conference in the City of Industry concerning the San Gabriel Valley. M/Herrera spoke at a traffic movement session. Also on September 17, Council Members attended the Chamber of Commerce mixer at CalPoly. On September 18, Council Members attended the COG annual dinner to recognize past Council Members and Legislators who are leaving or moving on to higher office. Council Members attended the Little League Dinner on September 20 which was co-sponsored by the Little League and the City. Nearly 300 people attended the dinner in recognition of the world champions. Banners will be placed on City streets in recognition of the fact that D.B. is the home of the 1998 World Series Senior League Champions. The team was honored by the L.A. County Board of Supervisors on September 22. She spoke about attending the quarterly Sheriffs traffic report luncheon. She represented the City at the City of D.B. Day at the Races at the L.A. County Fair who honored D.B. hero Dr. O'Shea. On September 29, she attended a disaster preparedness seminar sponsored by Congressman Kim. On October 1, the first 10th Anniversary Committee held its first meeting. She stated that she had attended many sessions at the League of California Cities and read from material provided during a Practical Ethics and Public Trust session. She wished her middle daughter a happy 15th birthday on October 8. She offered her condolences to M/Herrera upon the death of her mother-in-law, Mathilde Herrera. C/Huff spoke about the International Convention of Shopping Centers and the importance of networking for the City's benefit. He applauded Council and staff for taking an active part in attempting to put D.B. on the map as a business -friendly City. He stated that he and C/Ansari are liaisons to WVUSD and stated that he had attended the D.B.H.S. homecoming. He talked about attending a session at the League of California Cities which focused on the City Council/City Manager relationship. He responded to comments from the public regarding the SunCal project that focused on one City Council Member's action as being true to her campaign promises, which OCTOBER 6, 1998 PAGE 10 implies that other Council Members were not true to theirs. He explained why he voted to approve the project and fulfill his campaign promises to implement the City's General Plan and acquire open space without cost to the City. He applauded the residents who took action with respect to forcing a high risk sex offender to relocate from their complex. He commended Assemblyman Gary Miller for co -sponsoring AB1629 and thanked Nick Anis for his contribution to the INET 95. M/Herrera thanked C/O'Connor, fellow Council Members and staff for their expressions of sympathy on the loss of her mother-in-law. She spoke about the many activities participated in by Council Members and how important revenue is to the future of the City. She urged citizens to complete the census information. 11. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to conduct, M/Herrera adjourned the meeting at 9A4 p.m. LYNDA BURGESS, City Clerk ATTEST: Mayor