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STUDY SESSION OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
SEPTEMBER 4, 2001
STUDY SESSION:
Center, Room CC -8
5:15 p.m. SCAQMD/The Government
Present: Council Members Ansari, Chang,
O'Connor, MPT/Herrera, M/Huff
Also present were: Linda Lowry, City Manager; Christy Haugin,
Assistant City Attorney; James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager, David Doyle,
Deputy City Manager; David Liu, Public Works Director; Bob Rose, Community
Services Director; Linda Magnuson, Finance Director; Lynda Burgess, City Clerk;
Teresa Arevalo, Sr. Administrative Assistant; Todd Strojny, Sr. Administrative
Assistant; and Marsha Roa, Community Services Assistant.
COMMUNITY/SENIOR CENTER PROJECT ARCHITECTURAL RENDERINGS
AND DISCUSSION OF PROPOSED CONTRACT AMENDMENT
Staff presentation by DCM/Doyle. Proposed timeline: Once the preliminary design
is approved by Council, the architects will commence working on a final design and
construction documents, followed by a public bid process, selection of a contractor
and award of construction contract.
1) Award of construction contract — July 2002.
2) Commence construction — August/September 2002.
3) Grand Opening — December 2003.
C/O'Connor said she was very disappointed in the timeline.
In response to C/Ansari, DCM/Doyle indicated that staff's recommendation is that
Council hire a construction management firm to oversee the project. The budget
amount previously estimated was $200,000 each for the Community Center and the
Library. The goal is to bring a recommendation to Council at its October 2nd
meeting.
DOM/Doyle stated that the architects have said that they believe the cost per sq. ft.
will remain at about $225. He recommended that Council contract with the architect
to provide a computer-generated depiction of the exterior and interior of the
proposed community center and library. He showed Council computer-generated
animation (community center and library) done for the City of Westlake Village.
Council will consider an architect contract increase request of $162,000 including
the proposed 2 to 2'/2 minute computer-generated animation.
In response to C/Ansari, Mr. Gonzales indicated that Westlake Village City Council
* ` approved a budget of $8.4 million and the responsible low bid came in at $7.8
million.
In response to Norm Bell, CSD/Rose stated that the intent of the smaller dedicated
space for seniors is so that there can be senior activities taking place in the center
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at all times. The space can be set up as an open space, space with round tables,
space for game tables, arts and crafts, exercise, etc. The design phase of this
project will contain the details of the facility. Regarding the type of kitchen that will
be constructed, CSD/Rose responded that staff considers it a "catering" and not a
cooking kitchen. A commercial kitchen has additional code requirements such as
sprinkler systems, etc. which can be extremely costly additions to a facility.
C/O'Connor recommended that staff make a special presentation to the seniors.
DISCUSSION OF BUS SHELTER, BUS BENCH AND TRASH CONTAINER
OPTIONS FOR THE CITY'S BUS STOPS AND THE DETERMINATION OF
COUNCIL MEETING DATE WHEN ITEM WILL BE PRESENTED FOR
CONSIDERATION
Staff presentation given by CSD/Rose. Components recommended by the ad ihoc
committee:
Bus Stop Shelter — Model 17 ALP —17 foot long aluminum low peak roof with
gables and roof drain, two ad panels, recessed safety lighting, footing caps,
address panel on roof edge, city logo panels on each end of roof, powder
coat color (Leaf Green RAL 6002), with lighting powered by Edison.
Back Panel Options —
A. Floating rectangular perforated metal with prairie highlights (mission
style)
B. Two (2) rear wall display cases to display the artwork of school
children and resident artists. (i.e. City of Brea Bus Shelter)
2. Bus Benches (same benches are recommended for use in shelters and at
bus stops without shelters) — vinyl coated metal bench with backrest, color
Leaf Green RAL 6002.
3. Trash containers — 30 gallon vinyl coated metal container, color Leaf Green
RAL 6002.
C/O'Connor asked about the possibility of using the old benches in pocket parks, for
instance.
The representative from Clear Channel Outdoor said the Council may have the old
benches at no cost.
CSD/Rose pointed out that wherever benches are placed, concrete pads will need
to be installed and the irrigation system will have to be redone in the pad area.
Benches can be relocated but not without cost to the City.
The Clear Channel Outdoor representative responded to MPT/Herrera that the back
panels of the shelters could be replaced, modified or adapted in case the City
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adopts an artwork program.'
Council concurred to place this matter on the regular City Council meeting agenda
for September 18, 2001.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to conduct, M/Huff adjourned the Study
Session at 6:16 p.m.
ATTEST:
R bert S!4, Mayor
LYNDA BURGESS, City Clerk
MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
SEPTEMBER 4, 2001
STUDY SESSION: 5:15 p.m. SCAQMD/The Government
. Center, Room CC -8
(a) Community/Senior Center Project Architectural Renderings and Discussion
of Proposed Contract Amendment.
(b) Discussion of Bus Shelter, Bus Bench and Trash Container options for the
City's bus stops and the determination of Council meeting date when item will
be presented for consideration.
Present: Council Members Ansari, Chang,
O'Connor, MPT/Herrera, M/Huff
Also present were: Linda Lowry, City Manager; Christy Hogin,
Assistant City Attorney; James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager, David Doyle,
Deputy City Manager; David Liu, Public Works Director; Bob Rose, Community
Services Director; Linda Magnuson, Finance Director; Lynda Burgess, City Clerk,
Teresa Arevalo, Sr. Administrative Assistant; Todd Strojny, Sr. Administrative
Assistant; and Marsha Roa, Community Services Assistant.
ADJOURNED STUDY SESSION: 6:16 p.m.
1. CLOSED SESSION: None
2. CALL TO ORDER: Mayor Huff called the meeting to order at
6:36 p.m. in the Auditorium of the South Coast Air Quality Management District/The
Government Center, 21865 E. Copley Dr., Diamond Bar, CA.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Council
Member Ansari
INVOCATION: The Invocation was offered by Reverend Mike
Schuenemeyer, D.B. Congregational Church
ROLL CALL: Council Members Ansari, Chang, O'Connor,
Mayor Pro Tem Herrera, Mayor Huff
Also present were: Linda Lowry, City Manager; Christy Haugin,
Assistant City Attorney; James DeStefano, Deputy City Manager, David Doyle,
Deputy City Manager; David Liu, Public Works Director; Bob Rose, Community
Services Director; Linda Magnuson, Finance Director and Lynda Burgess, City
Clerk,
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: CM/Lowry announced that Consent Calendar
Items 6.12 and 6.14 would be moved to New Business. She further asked that the
recommendation appearing on tonight's agenda for Public Hearing Item 7.1 be
changed to read: It is recommended that the City Council continue this hearing to
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the October 2, 2001 meeting, at the applicants request. p
3A. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATES, PROCLAMATIONS:
3.A.1 Proclaimed September 2001 as National Alcohol and Drug Addiction
Recovery Month.
3.A.2 Presented "Keep California Beautiful" environmental award received by the
City on August 23, 2001.
3.A.3 Video presentation by Diamond Bar Improvement Assn. President Bob
Zirbes, Re: "Paint the Town" Program.
3.A.4 Presented Certificates of Recognition to Kevin Cramer, Joe Dunn, Lupe
Espinoza, Diane Hart, Kathleen Newe, John South, Eric Stone, Tom
Windham, Kathy Nolan and Mayor Huff "House Captains" for the Diamond
Bar Improvement Assn. "Paint the Town 2001 Program."
3.A.5 Presentation of Diamond Bar OnLine by DCM/Doyle.
3B. CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: CM/Lowry
reported that staff had been working with the Sheriff's Department and the Walnut
Unified School District to formulate a plan for improved traffic circulation at.°,�3
Chaparral Middle School. The resulting strategy will be implemented tomorrow, the
first day of school. A minimum of four officers will be present to assist with
clockwise traffic movement on the street around the school for a minimum two-week
period. Vehicles entering from D.B. Blvd. onto Mountain Laurel Way or onto Maple
Hill Rd. will be directed to proceed up Pecan Grove around the school to a drop off
point, and exit down Spruce Tree Dr. The initial phase will be a learning period with
no citations issued, in order to determine the best long-term solution. Funding for
this project will be absorbed into the current budget.
C/Ansari and C/O'Connor asked staff and the Sheriff's office to remain diligent about
other schools in D.B. including Lorbeer Middle School, which continues to be a
problem area.
In response to MPT/Herrera, ACA/Haugin stated that with respect to Council's
concerns regarding the legality of the proposed addition to D.B. consultant
contracts, the proposed contract provision would prevent new contractors from
engaging in any political activity within D.B. For the past two weeks, the law
concerning this subject has been exhaustively investigated. There are two groups
of cases that deal with this type of activity. The older cases make it relatively plain
that in a city hall situation, the city may set down certain rules to make it clear that
city hall is perceived as a neutral environment. More recent cases have said that
contractors cannot be punished for expressing political views or for engaging in
political activity. The courts have been reluctant to deprive contractors that have a
somewhat different relationship than full-time employees, of political rights. The
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contract language would be novel and not without risk. Further, it would require that
the Council determine that this contract provision is more like the older cases where
a contract person is essentially giving up political rights in exchange for the right to
employment and less like the current cases where courts have been more protective
of political rights. CA/Jenkins will forward a memo to Council that will include
citations. Council will have to decide whether to take a risk in placing such a
provision within its contracts. Such a provision would need to be uniform and
unilateral.
4. 4.a. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Robert Arceo thanked C/Ansari,
C/O'Connor and DCM/DeStefano for their assistance in obtaining his Purple Heart.
He requested the City's assistance in cleaning up the condition of Diamond Village
apartments.
Rev. Schuenemeyer commented on several statements made within "The Mayor's
Corner" article in The Windmill last month.
Jeff Koontz, D.B. Chamber of Commerce, announced that the Candidates' Forum
is scheduled for October 30th from 7:00 p.m. to 9 p.m. in the SCAQMD/The
Government Center Auditorium.
4.b RESPONSE TO PUBLIC COMMENT:
M/Huff responded to comments made by Reverend Schuenemeyer.
DCM/DeStefano reported to Mr. Arceo that the Diamond Village management
company recently visited City Hall for plan checking services related to repair or
replacement of the carports. He further stated that the management company
would be looking into removal and replacement of some of the larger diseased
eucalyptus trees.
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5. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS:
5.1 PLANNING COMMISSION — September 11, 2001 — 7:00 p.m.,
SCAQMD/Government Center Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr.
5.2 STATE LANTERMAN COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE — September
11, 2001 — 7:00 p.m., Research Conference Room, Lanterman
Developmental Center, 3530 W. Pomona Blvd., Pomona
5.3 TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION —September 13, 2001
— 7:00 p.m., AQMD/Government Center Hearing Board Room, 21865 E.
Copley Dr.
5.4 CITY LANTERMAN MONITORING COMMITTEE —September 17, 2001 —
7:00 p.m., AQMD/Government Center Room CC -8, 21865 E. Copley Dr.
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5.5 CITY COUNCIL MEETING — September 18, 2001 — 6:30 p.m., 'III,
AQMD/Government Center Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr.
6. CONSENT CALENDAR: Moved by C/Ansari, seconded by MPT/Herrera
to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of items 6.12 and 6.14. 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
6.1 RECEIVED AND FILED PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
MINUTES — Regular Meeting of July 26, 2001.
6.2 APPROVED VOUCHER REGISTER — dated September 4, 2001 in the
amount of $796,713.52. (C/O'Connor abstained from approval of P.O.
11245 in the amount of $269.50 due to a potential conflict of interest relating
to the Lanterman Forensic Expansion Project.)
6.3 REVIEWED AND APPROVED TREASURER'S STATEMENT—for July 2001.
6.4 RECEIVED, ACCEPTED AND FILED PROPOSITION A LOCAL RETURN
FUND, PROPOSITION C LOCAL RETURN FUND AND TRANSPORTATION
DEVELOPMENT ACT AUDITS FOR THE FISCAL YEARS ENDED JUNE 30,
2000 AND 1999.
6.5 EXONERATED CASH DEPOSIT IN LIEU OF GRADING BOND IN THE
AMOUNT $5,400 FOR LOT 154 OF TRACT 30091 (22927 LAZY TRAIL
ROAD, THE COUNTRY ESTATES) AND DIRECTED THE CITY CLERK TO
NOTIFY THE OWNER OF THIS ACTION.
6.6 AWARDED CONTRACT TO DREAM ENGINEERING IN THE AMOUNT OF
$6,280 TO REVIEW ELECTRICAL USE IN THE CITY'S PARKS AND TO
RECOMMEND METHODS TO ACHIEVE A 20% REDUCTION IN MONTHLY
ELECTRICAL CONSUMPTION.
6.7 APPROVED PREPARATION OF A LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR THE
PROPOSED DESIGNATION OF THE SR 105 AND SR 605 FREEWAY
INTERCHANGE AS THE JOE A. GONSALVES MEMORIAL
INTERCHANGE.
6.8 APPROVED EXTENSION OF CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
CHARLES ABBOTT ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR PLAN CHECK AND
INSPECTION SERVICES RELATED TO PRIVATE/SUBDIVISION Li
DEVELOPMENTS, ON AN ON-CALUAS-NEEDED BASIS, FOR A PERIOD
OF TWO (2) YEARS, COMMENCING OCTOBER 21, 2001.
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6.9 APPROVED EXTENSION OF CONTRACT SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
n v HALL & FOREMAN, INC. FOR PLAN CHECK AND INSPECTION
SERVICES RELATED TO PRIVATE/SUBDIVISION DEVELOPMENTS, ON
AN ON-CALL BASIS, FOR A PERIOD OF TWO (2) YEARS, COMMENCING
OCTOBER 21, 2001.
6.10 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO 2001-40A - A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR AMENDING RESOLUTION
NO. 2001-40 — FY 2001-2002 MUNICIPAL BUDGET TO INCLUDE
APPROPRIATION FOR PURCHASE ORDER CARRYOVERS.
6.11 AREA 3 SLURRY SEAUASPHALT RUBBER AND AGGREGATE
MEMBRANE (ARAM) PROJECTS:
(a) ALLOCATED $120,000 FROM UNAPPROPRIATED GAS TAX FUND
BALANCE TO INCREASE THE AREA 3 SLURRY SEAL PROJECT
BUDGET BY $120,000; AWARDED THE AREA 3 SLURRY SEAL
CONTRACT TO PAVEMENT COATINGS COMPANY IN THE AMOUNT OF
$436,647.25 AND AUTHORIZED A CONTINGENCY AMOUNT OF $30,000
FOR PROJECT CHANGE ORDERS TO BE APPROVED BY THE CITY
MANAGER, FOR A TOTAL AUTHORIZATION OF $466,647.25.
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(b) AWARDED THE AREA 3 ARAM ASPHALT RUBBER AND
AGGREGATE MEMBRANE (ARAM) PROJECT TO MANHOLE ADJUSTING
CONTRACTORS, INC. IN THE AMOUNT OF $288,135 AND AUTHORIZED
A CONTINGENCY AMOUNT OF $20,000 FOR PROJECT CHANGE
ORDERS TO BE APPROVED BY THE CITY MANAGER, FOR A TOTAL
AUTHORIZATION OF $308,135.
(c) AWARDED INSPECTION SERVICES CONTRACT FOR AREA 3
SLURRY SEAL AND AREA 3 ARAM OVERLAY PROJECTS TO
ADVANCED APPLIED ENGINEERING, INC. IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO
EXCEED $35,000 AND AUTHORIZED A CONTINGENCY AMOUNT OF
$3,000 FOR PROJECT CHANGE ORDERS TO BE APPROVED BY THE
CITY MANAGER, FOR A TOTAL AUTHORIZATION OF $38,000.
6.13 APPROVED LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR THE CITY OF ANAHEIM TO
HOST THE INTERNATIONAL INSTITUTE OF MUNICIPAL CLERK'S (IIMC)
ANNUAL CONFERENCE TO BE HELD IN MAY, 2006.
6.15 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2001-50: A RESOLUTION APPROVING
ACQUISITION OF TITLE TO CERTAIN TAX DEFAULTED PROPERTIES
LOCATED WITHIN THE CITY FOR PARKS, OPEN SPACE AND
RECREATION PURPOSES.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS:
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7.1 RESOLUTION NO. 2001 -XX: VACATING A PORTION OF HAWKWOQD Ell
ROAD WITHIN LOT 28 OF TRACT 47850 OF THE CRYSTAL RIDGE
ESTATES - Continued to October 2, 2001 at the request of the applicant.
M/Huff declared the Public Hearing open.
There being no one who wished to speak on this matter, M/Huff continued
the Public Hearing to the October 2, 2001 Council meeting.
8. OLD BUSINESS:
8.1 APPROVAL OF THE COMMUNITY/SENIOR CENTER PRELIMINARY
DESIGN AND AUTHORIZE INCREASE TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN
THE CITY AND GONZALEZ GOODALE ARCHITECTS IN THE AMOUNT
OF $167,000. Staff presentation by DOM/Doyle.
MPT/Herrera said she would like to have the computer-generated animation
of the project and construction photo and verbiage updates posted onl the
City's website for public consumption.
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Clyde Hennessee spoke in support of approving the contract increase.
Moved by C/Chang, seconded by C/O'Connor to approve the design;
authorize the creation of a computer-generated animation model of the
project; authorize the City Manager to increase the architect's contract in the
amount of $162,000; and appropriate the necessary funds from General
Fund Reserves. 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
9. NEW BUSINESS:
9.1 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-51: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR TO ACQUIRE, OPERATE AND/OR
ESTABISH A PUBLIC UTILITY, PURSUANT TO PUBLIC UTILITIES CODE
SECTION 10001, ET SEQ., AND THE CONSTITUTION OF THE STATE OF
CALIFORNIA, ARTICLE 11, SECTION 9.
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Rick Meza - Public Affairs Regional Manager - Southern California Edison,
recommended that the City conduct a comprehensive feasibility study before
adoption of such a resolution.
Clyde Hennessee supported adoption of the proposed resolution.
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Moved by C/Chang, seconded by MPT/Herrera to adopt Resolution No.
2001-50. 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
9.2 RESOLUTION NO. 2001-52: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR AMENDING PERSONNEL RULES AND
REGULATIONS TO PROVIDE AN INCREASE OF $20 PER MONTH TO
THE BENEFIT ALLOTMENT AND INCLUDE THE CITY COUNCIL AS
ADDITIONAL EMPLOYEES THAT SHALL RECEIVE AN ADDITIONAL $30
PER MONTH BENEFIT ALLOTMENT.
Moved by MPT/Herrera, seconded by C/Ansari to adopt Resolution No.2001-
51 amending Resolution No. 2001-43 setting forth personnel rules and
regulations regarding the payment of salaries, sick leave, vacations, leaves
of absences, and other regulations and direct staff to adjust the FY 01-02
Municipal Budget accordingly. Motion carried by the following Roll Calf vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Chang, O'Connor, MPT/
Herrera, M/Huff
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
9.2 DIAMOND BAR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE ANNUAL AGREEMENT AND
EXPANSION OF SERVICES TO INCLUDE A MONTHLY CITY
NEWSLETTER.
Jeff Koontz, Chamber Director, ACA/Haugin and staff members responded
to Council questions and concerns.
C/O'Connor and M/Huff suggested waiting until all issues including FPPC
concerns are resolved before approving the agreement.
Clyde Hennessee said that the City should support the Chamber and that the
two publications should be combined.
Bob Zirbes, DBIA asked that other D.B. publications be allowed to bid on this
joint effort.
Moved by MPT/Herrera, seconded by C/Ansarl to approve the concept of
renewing the Annual D.B. Chamber of Commerce agreement for services to
include the publication and distribution of a City of D.B. Newsletter to be
added to the monthly publication The VIEW; and direct the City Manager to
execute the agreement, subject to guidelines consistent with the Political
Reform Act. Motion carried 3-2 by the following Roll Call vote:
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AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Ansari, Chang, MPT/Herrera,
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - O'Connor, M/Huff
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
10. COUNCIL SUB -COMMITTEE REPORTS/COMMENTS: C/O'Connor congratulated
the Parks & Recreation staff and Commission for the wonderful "Concerts in the
Park" series. She participated with all Council Members in the "Keep America
Beautiful" award ceremonies in Sacramento. On August 24, she attended the Pay
Camp final barbecue. On August 30, the Finance Committee met. Also on that day,
she and C/Ansari participated in the Chamber and Cityshopping center tour of the
Kmart center. She hoped the City would respond in a'timely manner to concerns
raised during these tours. School is starting and she asked parents and drivers to
be mindful of the congestion at school' locations and to be concerned about safety
of the children. She thanked Council for adjourning tonight's meeting in memory of
her mother-in-law, Florence O'Connor.
MPT/Herrera reported on the August 27 City of Diamond Bar Lanterman Monitoring
Committee meeting. She commented on AB 896, a bill promoting closure of m , ost
developmental centers and movement of clients into community-based group
homes. There has been a lot of opposition to the bill, particularly from parent's of
clients. The bill is now a two-year bili and no further action will be taken this year.
The next Monitoring Committee meeting is slated for September 17 after which she
will have more specific information to share. Last Thursday, she conducted her last
meeting as President of the League of California Cities — L.A. County Division. She
described how her tenure benefited the City. She responded to Reverend dike
Schuenemeyer's comments regarding "silly season." People act differently during
election years and during this time, facts and information tend to get twisted. � It is
unfortunate, but it is a phenomenon that occurs every two years, prompting the term
"silly season." After receiving a response from ACA/Haugin regarding consulting
contract questions and concerns, she recommended that all restrictive language be
stricken from consulting contracts. She complimented CM/Lowry and
DCM/DeStefano and DOM/Doyle on their good work.
C/Chang applauded staff for their efforts toward the 2001 Concerts in the Park
series and thanked the community for their support. He wished students a
wonderful school year. He complimented staff and residents for the "Keep California
Beautiful" 1st place award received by D.B. On August 25, he attended the D.B.
annual youth baseball awards held at Heritage Park. He received many
compliments about the City's recreational department. He complimented
MPT/Herrera's leadership of the League of California Cities and representation for
the City of D.B.
C/Ansari stated that the L.A. County Regional Water Board has one of the most
restrictive programs, zero tolerance, which is nearly impossible for any City to reach.
She took exception to their recognition for having one of the most innovative
4 approaches that she believed does not help cities. SB 910 required cities to have
low and moderate income housing or be penalized up to $1.5 million. More than 350
cities spoke out against SB 910 and as a result, the bill was relegated to a two year
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bill. She asked for information regarding possible theft of palm trees. She believed
- it is important for citizens to be able to speak out. The City has heard of meetings
concerning proposals for the Tonner Canyon and Tres Hermanos areas. However,
the City has received no official notice from the City of Industry regarding any
proposed projects. D.B. has sent several letters to Industry asking for information.
The Industry Mayor indicated that no information is forthcoming due to pending
litigation. She offered condolences to C/O'Connor on the loss of her mother-in-law.
M/Huff reported that on August 30, he attended groundbreaking ceremonies for the
Foothill Transit's new maintenance and service facility in Irwindale. He expounded
on the benefits that will be provided to transit -dependent residents. He
congratulated MPT/Herrera on a job well-done in her service as President of the
L.A. Division of the California League of Cities.
11. ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to conduct, M/Huff adjourned
the meeting at 9:50 p.m. in memory of Florence E. O'Connor.
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+DABURGESS, City Clerk
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Robert S. Huff,4M yor