HomeMy WebLinkAbout6/5/2001 Minutes - Study SessionCITY OF DIAMOND BAR
CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
GOALS AND OBJECTIVES
- JUNE 5, 2001
CITY COUNCIL CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Huff called the study session to order
at 5:17 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 Ansad, Chang, O'Connor,
Mayor Pro Tem Herrera and Mayor Huff.
Also present were: Linda Lowry, City Manager; Mike Jenkins,
City Attorney; James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager; David Doyle, Deputy City
Manager; David Liu, Director of Public Works; Bob Rose, Community Services
Director; Linda Magnuson, Finance Director; Mike Nelson, Communications &
Marketing Director; Lynda Burgess, City Clerk; Teresa Arevalo, Sr. Administrative
Assistant; Todd Strojny, Sr. Administrative Assistant; Ann Lungu, Associate Planner;
Kirk Phillips, Associate Engineer; Deputy Diane Dodd, Team Leader - DB/Walnut
Sheriff's Department; Sgt. Bill Flannery, DB/Walnut Sheriff's Department.
3. DISCUSSION OF FISCAL YEAR 2001-2001 BUDGET.
CM/Lowry reviewed the proposed FY 2001-02 Budget.
C/O'Connor asked for an update on E -Gov, to which DCM/Doyle explained that
seven months ago, Council approved a contract to develop the E -Gov Master Plan.
At that time, Council authorized development of the Master Plan and authorized
compensating CRG to implement the first "E -Gov" solution, i.e., software or some
type of service the City would provide via its Website. Staff would like to wait until
the proposed media specialist is in place and can primarily focus on Website
interaction and the E -Gov component of the site. Therefore, staff recommended
that the Decision Package be placed on hold pending the recommendations of the
E -Gov Master Plan. The same is true with respect to the Recreation registration
computer system, which is a component of the E -Gov Master Plan and is dependent
upon the plan as to the priority in terms of implementation. As a prudent measure,
staff has included a placeholder of $50,000 in the "Computer Equipment Fund"
budget allocation so that the money is available for implementation based upon
Council's decision for appropriation upon review of the Master Plan. CRG indicated
a six-month contract time. Due to staff interviews slated during the City Hall move,
the time has been extended one month.
CM/Lowry referred Council to the matter of Holiday Banners. Originally, funding was
to be made available for this project through the Redevelopment Agency. Does
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Council wish to proceed with the next installment toward purchase of the banners
or cancel the item.
DCM/Doyle and Sgt. Flannery explained the Sheriff's Department budget request
to pay for an overlap shift.
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C/Chang asked for statistics to back up the Department's request. He stated that
Council does not mind spending necessary funds; however, they would like to be
aware of the philosophy behind the request.
C/Ansari pointed out the crime is down in the City, which makes it difficult to justify
additional Sheriff personnel.
CM/Lowry stated that from a public safety standpoint, the Sheriff's Department might
need to create a broader context within which to make this request.
Sgt. Flannery explained that crime is down. Traffic stats are also down because he
does not have the extra traffic officer to issue citations. One offsets the other.
M/Huff asked for a personnel history/crime/traffic history comparison to assist the
Council in the ,decision-making process.
A discussion about holiday banners ensued. CSD/Rose explained that the Holiday
Banners are in good shape but there is a need for additional and replacement flags.
Council agreed that if businesses wish to purchase banners (100% of cost); the
banners would be purchased through the City and the City's cost for installation) and
takedown would be included in the purchase price passed along to the businesses.
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CM/Lowry turned to the Capital Improvements Project list. Staff explained the
proposed projects.
DCM/Doyle updated Council on the Community/Senior Center/LibraryprojeI t at
Summitridge Park and explained the geotechnical issues that have arisen with
respect to the potential placement of buildings. In addition, changes in the siz and
operating procedures have been proposed for the Library. The programs would
require 26,000 -sq. ft. - D.B.'s proposal is for a 21,000 -sq. ft. structure. Staff,, has
asked that the square footage be reduced to 21,000 by reducing the footage
associated with each program, rather than elimination of any of the programs.
According to L.A. County, an additional $1,000,000 annual operating expense v ould
be associated with the Library. The County has not indicated that they are willing
to pick up the additional million. In fact, they said they have no money to contribute
to ongoing expenses. Staff proposes to bring this matter before the Council for
discussion at a meeting in July.
MPT/Herrera believed Council needs to look at the ongoing expenditures related to
the Community/Senior Center before making a decision about the Library.
MATTERS FROM THE PUBLIC:
Mark St. Amant explained that the two hockey courts are still available in Chino and he
believed he could get them for $25,000.
M/Huff asked Mr. St. Amant to provide a memo to CM/Lowry regarding this issue for
distribution to staff and Council Members.
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ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to conduct, Mayor Huff adjourned the
..w,v Study Session at 6:30 p.m. to the regular City Council meeting.
ATTEST:
Mayor Rob S. Huff
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LYNDA BURGESS, City Clerk
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
JUNE 5, 2001
1. CLOSED SESSION: 4:30 p.m. SCAQMD Room CC -8
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNCIL - Anticipated Litigation - Government Code
Section (54956.9) 1 Case.
BUDGET STUDY SESSION: 5:17 p.m.
2. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Huff called the Regular City Council
Meeting to order at 6:37 p.m. in the South Coast Air Quality Management District
Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar, California.
Mayor Huff announced that no reportable action was taken on the anticipated
litigation during the Closed Session. Council subsequently held a Budget Study
Session to discuss staff's first presentation of the FY 2001/2002 budget.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Pro
Tem Herrera.
INVOCATION: The invocation was offered by Monsignor
Loughnane, St. Denis Catholic Church.
ROLL CALL: Mayor Huff, Mayor Pro Tem Herrera, and Council
Members Ansari, Chang and O'Connor.
Also present were: Linda Lowry, City Manager; Mike Jenkins, City
Attorney; James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager; David Doyle, Deputy City
Manager; David Liu, Director of Public Works; Bob Rose, Community Services
Director; Linda Magnuson, Finance Director; Mike Nelson, Communications &
Marketing Director and Lynda Burgess, City Clerk.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: As presented.
3. A. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATES, PROCLAMATIONS:
3.A.1 BUSINESS OF THE MONTH:
Presented City Tile to Mandarin Taste Restaurant.
3.A.2 Presented Certificates of Recognition to Diamond Ranch High School for
capturing the CIF Southern Section Division III Team Champions 2001.
3.A.3 Presented Plaque to Monsignor James Loughnane in recognition of 40 years
of serve to the L.A. Diocese.
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3.A.4 Presented City Tile to Rosanne Bader, Principal of Diamond Point
Elementary School, on the occasion of her retirement.
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3.A.5 Presented First Quarter Crime Statistics by L.A. County Sheriff's Deputy
Diane Dodd. ,T
3.B. INTERIM CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS - CM/Lowry
announced that the City will appear on a website as a potential candidate for grant
writers to submit letters of qualifications for grant monies for construction of the D.B.
Community/Senior Center and Library:
MPT/Herrera announced that no Lanterman meetings have been held since her Mast
report. A meeting of the State Committee is scheduled for June 12, 2001. At 3:00
p.m., State committee members will be taken on a field trip of the Lanterman facility
to view the location for housing the severe behavioral residents. The next meeting
of the D.B. Lanterman Monitoring Committee will be held on June 25, 2001 at 7, :00
p.m. at the AQMD Headquarters Building. AB 896 (Dion Aroner) was heard in
committee yesterday and was amended to include 'a procedure for allowing
individuals to report cases of patient abuse or neglect in community homes.
4.A. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Richard Malooley spoke about consideration of a
potential 8 3/a acre park site at the northeast corner of Carpio and Golden Springs
Dr. This location would require a zone change and lot split.
Larry Rhodes asked for assistance in obtaining correct e-mail addresses for federal al
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and state government officials. He also spoke about various energy saving rebate
programs for appliances and residential lighting.
Serena So, representing Students Against Violating the Environment (SAVE), said
her group was concerned about ongoing construction of new buildings and the,lack
of preservation of open space in D.B.. She also spoke about the future of Tonner
Canyon and its environment.
Mike Kerwin and Matt Laboda asked Council to consider purchasing a used hockey
facility from Chino Hills for D.B.
Allen Wilson expressed concerns about traffic on D.B. Blvd, at Grand Ave. and D.B.
Blvd. and Cold Springs Ln. Drivers are not stopping when passing school buses as
required by law and they are not stopping for red lights.
Darla Farrell believed the entire D.B. Lanterman Monitoring Committee should be
permitted to attend the June 12 Lanterman field trip. She has had visitors express
concerns about the lack of maintenance, street parking and overnight parking in the
Deane Homes area. She thanked ACC/Cribbins for providing her with information
she wished to review for minutes. She was concerned about the zoning change
from residential to commercial in the area of Sunset Crossing Road. She again
requested that that Council consider Boulevard Bagels for "Business of the Month."
Sue Sisk expressed concern about the condition of the fields at Lorbeer Middle
School. She asked if there are minutes or videotape available for yesterday's AB
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95 hearing. She requested that the League of California Cities Grassroots Network,
= item 6.8, be pulled from the Consent Calendar for discussion.
Jeff Koontz requested explanation of Consent Calendar Item 6.10.
4.13. RESPONSE TO PUBLIC COMMENT:
MPT/Herrera responded to Sue Sisk that she believed hearings are videotaped and
she will attempt to get a copy.
DPW/Liu explained Consent Calendar Item 6.10.
CM/Lowry responded to Larry Rhodes that staff would attempt to obtain correct e-
mail addresses for as many Washington officials, including appointees, as possible
and place them on the City's Web site. She further stated that staff would provide
information regarding Edison rebates and energy-saving issues.
CM/Lowry assured Allen Wilson that staff would address his traffic concerns.
CM/Lowry indicated to Sue Sisk that she would look into the matter of field
conditions at Lorbeer Middle School.
MPT/Herrera reported that, with respect to local Lanterman Monitoring Committee
members participating in the State's Lanterman field trip, the State wanted to treat
all three cities in the same manner and is looking to the State committee as the
communication mechanism between them and the residents. The local committee
will have to depend upon State committee representatives to glean the information
and communicate to the various cities' monitoring committee members.
CM/Lowry stated that tonight's budget item includes additional hours for code
enforcement to address property maintenance issues in the Deane Homes area.
The matter of parking is an item to be discussed by Council during a future meeting.
5. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS:
5.1 PLANNING COMMISSION - June 12, 2001 - 7:00 p.m., SCAQMD Hearing
Board Room, 21865 E. Copley Dr.
5.2 STATE LANTERMAN COMMITTEE - June 12, 2001 - 7:00 p.m., SCAQMD
Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr.
5.3 TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION -June 14, 2001 - 7:00
p.m. SCAQMD Hearing Board Room, 21865 E. Copley Dr.
5.4 CITY COUNCIL MEETING - June 19, 2001 - 6:30 p.m., SCAQMD
Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr.
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5.5 CONCERTS IN THE PARK (The Answer - Classic Rock) - June 20, 2001 -
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sycamore Canyon Park, 22930 Golden Springs'Dr.
(first in a series of ten concerts).
5.6 DIAMOND BAR NIGHT AT THE QUAKES - August 25, 2001 - 5:00 p.m.,
Quakes Stadium - includes bus trip from City Hall departing at 5:15 p.m. -
Game starts at 7:15 p.m. - Rallysaurus package $10.00).
6. CONSENT CALENDAR: MPT/Ansari moved, C/Chang seconded, to
approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Item 6.8. Motion carried by
the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Chang, O'Connor, MPT/Herrera,
M/Huff
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
6.1 APPROVED MINUTES:
6.1.1 Study Session of May 1, 2001 - As submitted.
6.1.2 Regular Meeting of May 1, 2001 - As corrected.
6.1.3 Regular Meeting of May 15, 2001 - As submitted.
6.2 RECEIVED AND FILED MINUTES OF THE JOINT MEETING OF THE
PARKS AND RECREATION/TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION
COMMISSION MEETING - March 19, 2001.
6.3 RECEIVED AND FILED PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MINUTES - Regular Meeting of April 26, 2001.
6.4 RECEIVED AND FILED PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES - Regular
Meeting of April 24, 2001.
6.5 APPROVED VOUCHER REGISTER - dated June 5, 2001 in the amount of
$881,990.98 (C/O'Connor abstained from approval of P.O. 10293 for $320;
P.O. 10219 for $7.98 and Wells Fargo payment for $ 112.90 due to a
potential conflict of interest relating to the Lanterman Expansion Project).
6.6 REVIEWED AND APPROVED TREASURER'S STATEMENT -for April 2001.
6.7 EXONERATED CASH DEPOSIT IN LIEU OF GRADING BOND FOR'LOT
7 OF TRACT 47722 (1802 DIAMOND KNOLL LANE, COUNTRY ESTATES)
- in the amount of $6,930 as posted with the City on February 23, 1999 and
directed the City Clerk to notify the owner of this action.
6.9 ADOPTED RESOLUTIONS PERTAINING TO GENERAL MUNICIPAL
ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 6, 2001 -
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(a) ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2001-28: A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA, CALLING
AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A GENERAL MUNICIPAL
ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6, 2001 FOR THE
ELECTION OF CERTAIN OFFICERS AS REQUIRED Y THE PROVISIONS
OF THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA RELATING TO GENERAL
LAW CITIES.
(b) ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2001-29: A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA,
REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS
ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE
HELD ON NOVEMBER 6, 2001, WITH THE SCHOOL AND UDEL
ELECTIONS TO BE HELD ON THE DATE PURSUANT TO SECTION 10403
OF THE ELECTIONS CODE.
(c) ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2001-30: A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, CALIFORNIA,
ADOPTING REGULATIONS FOR CANDIDATES FOR ELECTIVE OFFICE
PERTAINING TO CANDIDATES STATEMENTS SUBMITTED TO THE
VOTERS AT AN ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 6,
2001.
6.10 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2001-31: A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE
BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ACTING
IN BEHALF OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY GENERAL FUND, LOS ANGELES
COUNTY LIBRARY, LOS ANGELES COUNTY FLOOD CONTROL, LOS
ANGELES COUNTY CONSOLIDATED FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, LOS
ANGELES COUNTY LIGHTING DISTRICT #10006 -DIAMOND BAR, LOS
ANGELES COUNTY FIRE-FFW, THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF
COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 21 OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY,
AND THE GOVERNING BODIES OF CITY OF DIAMOND BAR, GREATER
LOS ANGELES COUNTY VECTOR CONTROL DISTRICT, THREE
VALLEYS MUNICIPAL WATER DISTRICT, WALNUT VALLEY WATER
DISTRICT (WVWD), AND WVWD-IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT #5,
APPROVING AND ACCEPTING NEGOTIATED EXCHANGE OF
PROPERTY TAX REVENUES RESULTING FROM ANNEXATION TO
COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT 21 - Annexation No.689 to County
Sanitation District No. 21.
6.11 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2001-32: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING PLANS AND
SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE PETERSON PARK DRAINAGE/IRRIGATION
PROJECT.
6.11 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2001-33: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING PLANS AND
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SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE BREA CANYON ROAD BETWEENI��"
PATHFINDER ROAD AND THE SOUTHERLY CITY LIMITS AND BREA
CANYON CUT-OFF ROAD BETWEEN DIAMOND BAR BOULEVARD AND
THE WESTERLY CITY LIMITS STREETSCAPE AND STREET
IMPROVEMENT PROJECT IN SAID CITY AND AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE TO RECEIVE BIDS.
6.13 EXTENSION OF CONTRACTS FOR CITYWIDE MAINTENANCE SERVICES
(a) EXTENDED AS -NEEDED STREET TREE PLANING SERVICES with
West Coast Arborists, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $100,000 for FY
2001-02.
(b) EXTENDED GRAFFITI REMOVAL CONTRACT WITH GRAFFITI
CONTROL SYSTEMS - for FY 2001-02 in an amount not to exceed $35,000
($30 per site/1,160 sites)
(c) EXTENDED CITYWIDE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT
with TrueGreen Landcare and Maintenance for FY 2001-02 in the amount of
$243,398.04 and authorized a contingency not to exceed $150,000 for
additional necessary work during the fiscal year.
(d) EXTENDED CITYWIDE TREE MAINTENANCE CONTRACT with I ®r,
West Coast Arborists, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $100,000 for tree
maintenance and $15,000 for tree watering, for a total authorization of
$115,000 for the FY 2001-02.
MATTERS WITHDRAWN FROM CONSENT CALENDAR:
6.8 AMENDMENT TO THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES BYLAWS
ESTABLISHING A GRASSROOTS NETWORK - In September of 2000,
officers from the League of California Cities brought forth a proposal, which
would significantly expand their legislative influence over numerous issues
of concern to cities. The concept, which became known as the "Grassroots
Network," would provide 14 new staff and reallocate 3 existing staff in 10 field
offices to support the League's 16 regional divisions and 476 cities in
advancing legislation that benefits all cities. According to the League's rate
sheet, expenditures tied to the Grassroots Network will increase dues
statewide by an average of 53% per year commencing with calendar year
2002. For the current year, the City paid $8,504 in membership dues but will
incur additional costs totaling $2,232 if the Grassroots Network is approved.
This amount represents 50% of the program costs for 2001 and is to be
applied toward anticipated startup costs and other associated expenses that I
will occur prior to December of this year. The total payment will increase to
$13,487 for 2002, with a full year of program funding accounting for
approximately $4,643 of the total amount.
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Allen Wilson said that even though many members of the legislature came
�.. from local governments, they are neglecting the needs of local governments.
He hoped that more emphasis would be placed on local governments.
Sacramento needs to come up with a solution for returning monies to the
cities to replace the loss of vehicle registration fees.
Following discussion, MPT/Herrera moved, C/Ansari seconded, to approve
the revisions to the Bylaws of the League of California Cities providing for the
establishment of and financing for a Grassroots Network. Motion carried by
the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Chang, O'Connor, MPT/
Herrera, M/Huff
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
3. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
7.1 (a) PUBLIC HEARING - RESOLUTION NO. 2001-34: A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR LANDSCAPING
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NUMBER 38 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2001-02
- At their May 15, 2001 meeting, Council approved the Engineer's Report and
n adopted Resolution No. 2001-22 to declare the City's intention to levy and
collect assessments for District No. 38. Council also set June 5, 2001 as the
public hearing date on the levy of the proposed assessments on assessable
lots within this District for FY 2001-02. The assessment for FY 2001-02 is
proposed to remain at $15.00 per parcel.
M/Huff declared all three Public Hearings open.
In response to Sue Sisk and Roger Meyer, DPW/Liu explained the location
of the districts and displayed the boundaries on a map.
There being no further testimony offered, M/Huff closed the three Public
Hearings.
MPT/Herrera moved, C/Chang seconded to adopt Resolution No. 2001-34
Levying an Assessment on City of Diamond Bar Landscaping Assessment
District No. 38. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Chang, O'Connor, MPT/
Herrera, M/Huff
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
(b) PUBLIC HEARING - RESOLUTION NO. 2001-35: A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR LEVYING
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AN ASSESSMENT ON CITY OF DIAMOND BAR LANDSCAPING
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NUMBER 39 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2001-02
- At their meeting of May 15, 2001, Council approved the Engineer's Report
and adopted Resolution No. 2001-23 to declare the. City's Intention to levy
and collect assessments for District No. 39. Council also set June 5, 2001
as the public hearing date on the levy of the proposed assessments on
assessable lots within this District for FY 2001-02. The assessment for FY
2001-02 is proposed to remain at $130.00 per parcel.
C/Chang moved, MPT/Herrera seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 2001-35
Levying an Assessment on City of Diamond Bar Landscaping Assessment
District No. 39. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Chang, O'Connor, MPT/
Herrera, M/Huff
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
(c) PUBLIC HEARING - RESOLUTION NO. 2001-36: A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR LEVYING AN
ASSESSMENT ON CITY OF DIAMOND BAR LANDSCAPING
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NUMBER 41 FOR THE FISCAL YEAR 2001-02
- At their May 15, 2001 meeting, Council approved the Engineer's Report and
adopted Resolution No. 2001-24 to declare the City's intention to levy and
collect assessments for District No. 41. Council also set June 5, 2001 as the
public hearing date on the levy of the proposed assessments on assessable
lots within this District for FY 2001-02. The Assessment for FY 2001-02 is
proposed to remain at $220.50 per parcel.
C/Ansari moved, MPT/Herrera seconded, to adopt Resolution No. 2001-36
Levying an Assessment on City of Diamond Bar Landscaping Assessment
District No. 41. Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Chang, O'Connor, MPT/
Herrera, M/Huff
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
7.2 PUBLIC HEARING - FIRST READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 2001 -XX: AN
ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR APPROVING zbNE
CHANGE NO. 2001-01 FROM UNLIMITED MULTIPLE RESIDENT (R-3-
8000-25 U) TO COMMUNITY COMMERCIAL (C-2) FOR A PROPERTY
IDENTIFIED AS PARCEL NO. 2 OF PARCEL MAP NO. 10208) - Canyon
Wash, LLC has applied for a zone change for a property located on the east
side of D.B. Blvd., immediately north of the Pomona FWY/SR-60 and east of
the Orange Fwy/SR-57. The property consists of 5.43 acres and is identified
as Parcel 2 of Parcel Map No. 10208. On April 24, 2001, the Planning
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Commission recommended that Council approve the zone change from
Unlimited Multiple Residence (R-3-8, 000-25-U) to Community Commercial
(C-2. The purpose of the zone change is for consistency with the General
Plan and the eventual commercial development of the subject property.
M/Huff declared the Public Hearing open.
Sue Sisk said she understood that this property was once slated to be used
for an overpass connecting the SR57/60. She asked if a zone change would
result in the community giving up its options for connecting the freeways to
mitigate traffic on D.B. Blvd. She believed that the City should monitor this
area for future development.
Dick Farrell asked if the City could purchase this property and improve it
aesthetically. Allowing commercial development on this property would make
a bad situation worse with respect to traffic on Diamond Bar Boulevard.
Allen Wilson said that if the zone change is approved, it is the applicant's
intent to build an auto repair shop. When was the last time D.B. made a
property zone change? How close is the proximity of this property to the
7 Minnequa landslide and if applicable, how has the current property owner
benefited from the Minnequa landslide?
Darla Farrell expressed concern about the potential zoning change and
supported the concerns of previous speakers. If vehicles are allowed ingress
and egress on this property where traffic is congested, it will create a
bottleneck. She was also concerned about the stability of the hillside behind
the property and believed that the City would be opening itself to potential
liability lawsuits in the future and other issues affecting residences in the
immediate area. In addition, there are concerns in the area with respect to
crime. She believed the City should buy the property and clean it up.
Kurt Nelson, Canyon Wash LLC, stated that his company acquired the
property through purchase of Transamerica. Two years ago, he checked
with CalTrans' planning office and was told that there were no current or
future plans to create an overpass at the site. His company was not
presenting a project for consideration at this time and he stated that he was
aware of the homeowner's upslope, who have soil stability problems. His
soils engineers have worked with the City's geotechnical consultants and any
development of that property will take those mitigation measures into
account, which is one reason that development would be confined to a very
small portion of the property. The existing zoning, which allows attached
multi -family house, is the current issue. The zone change request will not
change whether the property can be developed. Any future proposed
projects would address traffic, soils and any other concerns that are placed
upon the project. He asked that the Council consider only the request before
it tonight - to bring the property into conformity with the City's General Plan.
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There being no further testimony offered, M/Huff closed the Public Hearing.''.
C/O'Connor responded to Allen Wilson that this property is not the same
hillside as the Minnequa Landslide area. It is a considerable distance away
and has no effect on the Minnequa Landslide and related mediation.
M/Huff said he was told by CalTrans that the geometry of the supposed
northerly connection does not fit current standard. The only way CalTrans
could create a connection in the area would be to eliminate a number of
homes.
Following discussion, MPT/Herrera moved, C/Ansari seconded, to approve
first reading by title only, waive full reading of Ordinance No. 01(2001)
Approving Zone Change No. 2000-01 from Unlimited Multiple Resident (R-3-
8, 000-25 U) to Community Commercial (C-2) for a property identified as
Parcel No. 2 of Parcel Map No. 10208. Motion carried 5-0 by the following
Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Chang, O'Connor, MPT/
Herrera, M/Huff
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
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OLD BUSINESS:
8.1 STATUS REPORT REGARDING THE L.A. COUNTY SIGNIFICANT
ECOLOGICAL AREA STUDY.
Martha Bruske spoke about her perception of open space, as opposed to the
Council's concept. She wanted the SEA protected and supported the
County's efforts.
C/Chang moved, MPT/Herrera seconded to direct staff to continue to
oppose the L.A. County expansion of the SEA boundary into the City's
boundaries and its Sphere of Influence. Motion carried by the following Roll
Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Chang, O'Connor, MPT/I
Herrera, M/Huff
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
NEW BUSINESS:
9.1 INTRODUCTION OF FISCAL YEAR 2001-2002 BUDGET - Presented for
discussion at the June 5, 2001 City Council Study Session was the Proposed
FY 2001-02 Municipal Budget. The projected General Fund resources are
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estimated to be $17,228,205 with anticipated expenditures of $16,238,340
for a net change in fund balance of $989.865.
MPT/Herrera requested that Council be included in all future discussions
regarding development of the Community/Senior Center/Library project due
to geotechnical concerns and other recent complications.
C/O'Connor agreed with MPT/Herrera that the Council should be included in
the process. She said her efforts to have the matter of the ongoing
development of the Community/Senior Center/Library project included as a
regular City Council agenda item have been thwarted.
C/Chang moved, C/Ansari seconded, to schedule the Fiscal Year 2001-2002
Budget Public Hearing for June 19, 2001. Motion carried by the following
Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Chang, O'Connor, MPTI
Herrera, M/Huff
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
RECESS TO REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY: M/Huff recessed the meeting to the
u Redevelopment Agency at 9:30 p.m.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: M/Huff reconvened the City Council
meeting at 9:35 p.m.
6. COUNCIL SUB -COMMITTEE REPORTS/COMMENTS: C/Chang reported that
on May 18, he attended the Asian PAC "Cost Vision 21 ", a very active committee
that addresses voter education and registration. He was a keynote speaker at
Boeing/McDonald Aircraft during Asian Heritage Month. He attended
commencement ceremonies at Western University. He congratulated this year's
graduates. On June 2, he returned from a personal business trip. Upon his return,
he joined the "Paint Our Town" event, a great happening. He thanked the 100
residents participated in painting five houses under the leadership of DBIA President
Bob Zirbes, organizer of the event. Later that evening he, and the other Council
members participated in the D.B. Chinese-American Association's annual dinner.
C/O'Connor attended the Contract Cities Conference in Palm Springs May 17-19.
She also conducted a D.B. final mentorship on the 19th. She encouraged interested
parties to contact the high school about participating in the program. On May 21,
the Council held its quarterly Coordinating Council meeting. On May 22, she
introduced CM/Lowry to the senior citizens. On May 21 and 23, the Community
Center subcommittee -met to discuss matters of concern. She also participated in
the sanitation district meeting. On May 24, she attended the 12th City Birthday Party
wrap up meeting. She also attended the Chamber Mixer at the Walnut Valley Water
District co -hosted by Walnut and D.B. On May 25, she attended Diamond Point
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Career Day and spoke before the different grades. On May 29, the Council
attended the Sheriff's luncheon and was updated on crime statistics. On May 30,
she attended Castle Rock Elementary School's career day. Also on May 30, the
Finance Committee met to review the budget. That evening she attended the
Walnut Valley Rotary Mixer. On May 31, she participated in the Walnut Rotary Golf
Tournament. On June 2, she and her daughter participated in the "Paint Our Town"
event. She also attended the Chinese-American Association's annual installation
dinner. Yesterday, she visited with the third graders ot Maple Hill Elementary
School and participated in a golf tournament for Diamond Ranch High School. She
requested that staff provide a briefing on the City's census information at the next
City Council meeting. She asked for an update on the Industry East Project. She
congratulated this year's graduates. One of her daughters is graduating from high
school and the other daughter is graduating from elementary school. She wished
fathers a Happy Fathers' Day. 'She urged everyone to drive carefully. School is out
and children will be out and about.
MPT/Herrera commented that the Chinese Association Annual Dinner was a
spectacular event. Approximately 500 people participated and the entertainment
was wonderful. She invited the public to tune in to Channel 17 on June 12 at 7:00
p.m. or attend the next State Lanterman Meeting in person at that time in the
SCAQMD building. The topic of discussion will be the security plan for Lanterman
Developmental Center, which will be receiving 128 severe behavioral clients around
October/November, 2002; architectural plans will be shared and reviewed as well Li
as a possible discussion of the EIR process.
C/Ansari referred to the publication from Adelphia listing the services they provide.
There is no mention of a Southern California office for customer service. She asked
the Council to consider sending a letter to other cities that contract with Adelphia to
ask them to put pressure on Adelphia to have a local customer service
representative. She requested that Council consider establishing a policy for use
of public facilities. Recently, a film company was charged only $25 for each of the
two days it used the skate park. She observed that Coca-Cola has placed cages
around coke machines in City parks as a result of vandalism. She would like this
matter monitored. At the last Council Meeting, Tom Ortiz mentioned the need for
a Veterans' Advisory Commission, which she believed is a good idea. She would
also like the City to have a Human Resources Commission. She requested staff to
look into increasing the stipends for Commission members. On May 15, she
attended a solid waste meeting. On May 17, she attended the Inland Valley
Economic Development Corporation meeting. She congratulated C/Chang on being
selected Entrepreneur of the Year for the Inland Valley. On May 18, she attended
the Southern California Leadership Academy Seminar and was elected'as a board
member. She attended the May 18 through 21 Contract Cities Meeting in Palm
Springs. On May 24, she attended a Livable Communities Meeting. Also on May
24, she attended a CLOUT meeting in Ontario. On May 27, her son Sean married
Cheryl Cohn in Ontario. On May 29, she attended the Sheriff's luncheon. 'That
evening, she attended the Citizen's Sheriff Academy. Four D.B. community
members graduated from the academy. On May 31, Inland Valley Micro -Enterprise
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received a donation of $10,000 from State Farm Insurance. On June 2, she
-- participated in "Paint Our Town." She thanked DBIA for their sponsorship. Later
that evening she also attended the Chinese Association Dinner, a wonderful event.
On June 3 she attended Monsignor Loughnane's event at the Embassy Suites.
M/Huff commented that the Parks & Recreation Commission is currently working
toward a recommendation on the matter of the coke machine cages as well as a fee
policy for use of public facilities. The Commissioners received a raise in their
stipends about a year and a half ago. He reported that Gwenn Norton Perry from
the City of Chino Hills has been selected as the chair of the Four Corners group. He
met with six students earlier in the day that spoke about the preservation of open
space. He spoke about his son graduating from high school this year. He wished
all graduates Godspeed.
7. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to conduct, M/Huff adjourned
the meeting at 10:00 p.m. in memory of William Flannery, father of Sgt. Bill
Flannery.
� LYNDA BURGESS, City Clerk
l_ ATTEST:
BER . HUFF, Mayor