HomeMy WebLinkAbout4/2/2002 Minutes - Special MeetingCITY OF DIAMOND BAR
CITY COUNCIL STUDY SESSION
APRIL 2, 2002
CALL TO ORDER: M/Chang called the meeting to order at 5:05
p.m. in Room CC -8 of the South Coast Air Quality Management
District/Government Building, 21825 E. Copley Drive, Diamond Bar.
Discussion of City Council Goals and Objectives
Discussion Regarding SigmaNet Agreement
ROLL CALL: Council Members Huff, Zirbes, MPT/O'Connor,
M/Chang. Council Member Herrera was excused.
Also present were: Linda Lowry, City Manager; Mike Jenkins, 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; Kirk
Phillips, Assistant Engineer; Teresa Arevalo, Sr. Administrative Assistant and
Todd Strojny, Sr. Administrative Assistant.
1. Discussion re: SigmaNet Agreement
DCM/DeStefano explained that the latest offer from Mr. Al Khatib was as
' follows: A three-year proposal with 50% sharing of sales tax revenue.
The sales tax is based upon the fact that about 67% of the business is
taxable. Based upon his current base and growth staff estimates that this
three year agreement would cost the city about $600,000 - $785,000 over
the three years. On Friday, staff received a call from Mr. AI Khatib
requesting a meeting with staff to discuss some of the details of the
agreement. Staff anticipated a signature on the agreement. However, no
signature was forthcoming. Instead, a discussion ensued. Mr. Al Khatib
wanted to replace the current proposal with a quarterly proposal to
generate $50,000 to be eligible for the business expansion rebate. At this
point, staff is asking for Council's feedback with respect to Mr. Al Khatib's
latest proposal. He recommended that Council not take action on the
matter (Item 8.3) during the regular City Council meeting because Mr. Al
Kihatib did not sign the agreement.
MPT/O'Connor said she was told that Mr. AI Khatib is contemplating a
possible move to Chino. She was concerned that if Council makes the
agreement too flexible, he will leave D.B.
C/Zirbes concurred. The philosophy is to retain business and not give Mr.
Al Khatib a free lunch until he can cut a deal elsewhere. C/Zirbes would
' like to stay with the three-year plan on an annual basis. The end result to
Mr. Al Khatib is the same.
C/Huff stated that his concern was that the appearance is that Mr. Al
Khatib is trying to cut the best deal for himself as he is leaving town
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whereas, the Council's intent is to work with Mr. Al Khatib to keep him in
D.B. He believed the deal the Council crafted for Mr. Al Khatib is more
than fair. He would like Council to stay with the original agreement.
M/Chang believed that Council presented the best good faith offer to Mr.
Al Khatib. If the Council does not draw the line, there is essentially no
agreement. If he gets a better offer from Chino, he will come back to
press us for something better. The $200,000 annual basis is fair to both
parties. Therefore, in accordance with Council Member wishes, staff
should explain to Mr. Al Khatib that the Council is standing firm on its
$200,000 annual offer.
CA/Jenkins explained that the redlined contract contains the changes
offered by SigmaNet's attorney during their discussions. He encouraged
Council to discuss the areas where proposed changes were indicated to
see if there are any other areas of disagreement.
CA/Jenkins explained 3.2 and 6.2 regarding assignment.
MPT/O'Connor voiced concern about overflow parking. The business is
growing and acquiring additional employees and there is limited parking at
the preferred location.
CA/Jenkins responded to MPT/O'Connor that during preparation of the
agreement, he did quite a bit of research. He uncovered a number of
published and unpublished cases through the court of appeals that
addressed the legality of a sales tax agreement held by a general law city.
There is case law that challenges such agreements and case law that
upholds such agreements that he found to be better reasoned. On
balance, it seemed to him that there would be a good chance that D.B.
would prevail if challenged in this matter. He further stated he preferred
indemnity in the unlikely event that someone might sue the City on the
threat that somehow this agreement makes the City liable for some slip
and fall that occurs on their premises. Such an occurrence would likely be
covered by the JPIA. In the event of indemnity, SigmaNet would be
responsible for payment. However, SigmaNet's attorney does not want to
provide indemnity — they do not believe the situation would arise because
it is private property and a private business.
MPT/O'Connor asked for explanation of 6.3. CA/Jenkins responded that
6.3 is a fairly standard provision wherein the City requires that SigmaNet
assign their rights and responsibilities under this agreement to another
arm or subsidiary of his company. if the business were sold to a third
party, that entity would then have to obtain the City's approval.
C/Huff wanted 7.3.b. at 100% instead of 75%.
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CA/Jenkins responded to C/Huff that the agreement is being used as a
measure. The City is not committing any particular dollars. If Council is
concerned about putting its dollars at risk, the only way to eliminate that
risk is to not pay Mr. Al Khatib until he has demonstrated a full year worth
of remittances to the state.
CM/Lowry explained that if the City is paying off of Mr. Al Khatib's
remittance to the State, the City is reimbursing to him 50% based on his
proof to the City that he has paid the State. After a year, should his gross
remittance to the City or State not exceeded $200,000, he would owe the
money back to the City.
CA/Jenkins reiterated that his understanding of CM/Lowry's explanation is
that Mr. Al Khatib pays his money to the State, the City waits until the
State remits the money and within a reasonable period — 30 days — the
City remits 50%. However, if in that given year, Mr. Al Khatib does not
achieve the $200,000, he would owe that money back to the City. The
only way for the City not to be at risk is not to pay Mr. Al Khatib until after
he has demonstrated a full year worth of remittance to the State. In effect,
Mr. Al Khatib would then be paid in the following year. His refund for 2002
would be paid in the first quarter of 2003 once he has demonstrated that
he has achieved the $200,000.
In response to C/Huff, DCM/DeStefano stated that he had not reviewed
contract language of cities being considered by Mr. Al Khatib. The D.B.
contract language was fine with Mr. Al Khatib up until two weeks ago
when he pursued the issue of getting his money sooner.
M/Chang reiterated that the Council would want to say to Mr. Al Khatib
that it agreed with his proposal for $50,000 quarterly instead of a $200,000
base.
MPT/O'Connor did not agree with paying Mr. Al Khatib before the City
receives the money.
M/Chang said that the agreement stated that Mr. At Khatib would be paid
30 days after the City is paid.
C/Zirbes said that when he read the packet, it seemed that the proposed
changes benefited only SigmaNet and not D.B. His preference was to
revert back to the original contract prepared by CA/Jenkins and advise Mr.
Al Khatib of the offer that is on the table. He agreed that there might be
hurdles to overcome such as off-street parking. If the City is establishing
policies to attract business, what kind of message is the City sending
when it essentially rolls over to the benefit of SigmaNet?
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C/Huff said that when he and DCM/DeStefano originally spoke with Mr. Al
Khatib, his first concern was lack of parking. DCM/DeStefano was up
front in stating that the City would do whatever it could to accommodate
Mr. AI Khatib but there was no guarantee that on -street parking would be
approved. Council has been trying to find adequate space with adequate
parking.
C/Zirbes said that while he understood the parking concern, he was
uncomfortable making all of the changes SigmaNet requested. There are
no protections for D.B.'s interests. The fact that Mr. Al Khatib is looking to
leave D.B. made him totally uncomfortable about considering any changes
to the agreement.
M/Chang agreed that the City should stand by its original offer.
CA/Jenkins pointed out that one area of consideration is 2.1 SigmaNet's
request to have the City waive permit fees.
DCM/DeStefano pointed out that waiving permit fees might provide Mr. Al
Khatib the incentive he needs to build in D.B.
Council reached consensus to direct CA/Jenkins and DCM/DeStefano
rework the contract in accordance with the preceding discussion and
present it to Mr. Al Khatib.
2. Discussion of City Council Goals and Objectives.
MPT/O'Connor felt that some of the goals were ongoing. C/Zirbes agreed.
M/Chang said that he and MPT/O'Connor would make the appropriate
revisions.
C/Huff felt that some of the categories are sub -categories of other goals.
M/Chang suggested combining 3, 4 and 5.
MPT/O'Connor said that the Parks Master Plan is ongoing.
C/Huff believed that certain objectives related to the Parks Master Plan
should be ranked according to priority.
Place "Resolve issues concerning City zip code" on the "new" list.
"Update General plan to include other needs" — on the ongoing list.
Discussion ensued regarding "Review development fee schedules and
inform residents of needed permits."
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C/Huff suggested picking a few examples of installations or repairs that
require permits and launch a public education each year.
C/Zirbes felt that bringing these matters up under "new" and enhanced
communications would be appropriate.
Review of the Chamber of Commerce Contract is a matter related to the
budget "Hire a local grant writer who can assist City and various
organizations" — new "Resolution of citywide speeding problems." - new
ADJOURNMENT: Mayor Chang adjourned the Study Session at 6:40 p.m. to
the Regular City Council Meeting.
ATTEST:
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Wen P. Chang, Mayor
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LYNDA BURGESS, City Clerk
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MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
APRIL 2, 2002
STUDY SESSION: 5:05 p.m., CC -8
a) Goals and Objectives
b) SigmaNet Agreement
Present: Council Members Huff, Zirbes,
MPT/O'Connor, M/Chang. Council Member Herrera was excused.
Also present were: Linda Lowry, City Manager; Mike Jenkins,
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; Kirk Phillips, Assistant Engineer; Teresa Arevalo, Sr. Administrative
Assistant and Todd Strojny, Sr. Administrative Assistant.
Adjourned Study Session:
CLOSED SESSION:
CALL TO ORDER:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
Scouts of America.
INVOCATION:
Hills Lutheran Church
None
6:49 p.m.
The Pledge was lead by Joey Madrid, Boy
Reverend Ted Meyers, Shepherd of the
ROLL CALL: Council Members Herrera, Huff, Zirbes,
Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, Mayor Chang
Also present were: Linda Lowry, City Manager; Mike Jenkins,
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.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: CM/Lowry requested that Item 8.3 be removed
and brought back at a future meeting once an agreement has been reached.
She indicated that Council Members were undecided about whether to keep
Item 8.2 on the agenda and recommended that the Council Members be
polled to determine its fate.
C/Huff asked whether the Council is expected to approve just the resolution
or to also approve the brochures.
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C/Herrera recommended that Item 8.2 be left on the agenda and deal with
questions from Council Members during the discussion.
C/Zirbes voted to leave 8.2 on the agenda.
M/Chang said he would leave 8.2 on the agenda.
M/Chang requested removal of 8.1 to the next Council meeting.
MPT/O'Connor asked that Item 8.1 remain on the agenda.
C/Herrera said that there might be legal reasons why the Council cannot deal
with Item 8.1 this evening. She recommended continuing the item to enable
the City Attorney to provide Council with adequate information.
C/Huff voted to leave Item 8.1 on the agenda.
M/Chang said that his understanding was that there was a legal issue with
this item and he withdrew the item as a courtesy to the Council Member who
requested its removal.
MPT/O'Connor asked for an explanation of the legal issue.
M/Chang said it is a matter involving a possible conflict of interest of a
Council Member's relative, who works for the League of Cities. To his
knowledge, it did not create a conflict of interest; however, because of the
request and concern of the Council Member, he would extend him the
courtesy of removing the matter from the Agenda.
1. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATES, PROCLAMATIONS:
1.1 Proclaimed April as "Fair Housing Month."
1.2 Proclaimed April as "California Earthquake Preparedness Month."
Presented to Brenda Hunemiller, Area Coordinator, Area D, Office of
Disaster Management.
1.3 Proclaimed April 14 — 20, 2002 as "Safety Seat Checkup Week."
1.4 Presented Certificate of Recognition to Lt. John Bowler, L.A. County
Sheriff's Department, upon his retirement.
1.5 Presented City Tile to Tom Sawyer, ProSports, Business of the Month,
April 2002.
1.6 Introduced Joe Maxey, Team Lieutenant, Walnut Sheriff.
2. CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS: None Offered.
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3. PUBLIC COMMENTS: Clyde Hennessee felt that membership in the
National League of Cities could be a good thing; however, D.B. is too small
to make a difference on the national scene.
Marie Buckland complained about drivers racing their vehicles on her street.
Jack Tanaka invited the public to attend the D.B. Breakfast Lions' Club
"Drums for Sight" event on April 7 from 3:00 to 5:00 p.m. at the D.B.H.S.
Theater.
Eileen Ansari requested that Council support AB 2185, an amendment to the
board appointment process for the L.A. County Regional Water Control
Board. She chastised Council for reducing the number of Concerts in the
Park without notifying the volunteer organizations that the matter would be
considered at the March 19 meeting. She asked Council to reconsider the
matter. She also requested that Adelphia be requested to attend a future
Council meeting and explain funds expended locally to benefit the
community. She congratulated M/Chang for his appointment as President
of the Asian -American public officials group for the National League of Cities.
She asked for donations for the Friends of the Library Wine Tasting Soiree
to be held April 28th.
Jeff Koontz, Exec. Dir., D.B. Chamber of Commerce, announced the
Farmer's Market would begin April 6, 2002 and continue every Saturday at
the Calvary Chapel, Golden Springs Drive and Grand Avenue from 9 a.m. to
2 p.m.
4. RESPONSE TO PUBLIC COMMENT: M/Chang said that one of Council's
priorities is to address traffic speeding issues.
5. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS:
5.1 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING — April 9, 2002 — 7:00 p.m.,
SCAQMD/Government Center Auditorium, 21865 E. Copley Dr.
5.2 TRAFFIC AND TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION MEETING —April
11, 2002 — 7:00 p.m., SCAQMD/Government Center Hearing Board
Room, 21865 E. Copley Dr.
5.3 CITY COUNCIL MEETING — April 16, 2002 — 6:30 p.m.
SCAQMD/Government Center, 21865 E. Copley Dr.
5.4 DIAMOND BAR CHAMBER OF COMMERCE CASINO NIGHT —April
20, 2002 — 6:00 p.m. — 10:30 p.m., Pantera Park, 738 Pantera Dr.
5.4 13th CITY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION April 21, 2002 —12:00 noon
to 6:00 p.m. (Carnival Rides continue to 7:00 p.m.) Pantera Park, 738
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Pantera Dr.
5.6 FRIENDS OF THE DIAMOND BAR LIBRARY WINE SOIREE -April
28, 2002 - 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., Shilo Hilltop Suites, 3101 Temple
Avenue, Pomona.
6. CONSENT CALENDAR: Moved by C/Zirbes, seconded by C/Huff
to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Items 6.4 and 6.9.
Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Herrera, Huff, Zirbes, MPT/O'Connor,
M/Chang
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
6.1 APPROVED CITY COUNCIL MINUTES -
6.1.1 Study Session of March 19, 2002 - As submitted.
6.1.2 Regular Meeting of March 19, 2002 - As submitted.
6.2 RECEIVED AND FILED TRAFFIC & TRANSPORTATION
COMMISSION MINUTES — Regular Meeting of February 14, 2002.
6.3 RECEIVED AND FILED PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES -
Regular Meeting of February 26, 2002.
6.5 REVIEWED AND APPROVED TREASURER'S STATEMENT— month
of February, 2002.
6.6 APPROVED SECOND READING OF ORDINANCE NO. 04(2002)
DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENT NO. 2001-04 PERTAINING
TO ALLOWED TEMPORARY USES OF PROPERTY BY TITLE
ONLY AND ADOPTED.
6.7 APPROVED AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO CONTRACT WITH LDM
ASSOCIATES IN THE AMOUNT OF $15,000 FOR AS -NEEDED
PLANNING SERVICES.
6.8 RATIFIED LETTERS OF OPPOSITION TO SB1506 (AMENDING THE
REVENUE AND TAXATION CODE) AND SUPPORT OF SB994
(LIABILITY FOR PUBLIC SKATEBOARD PARKS).
6.10 APPROVED AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO CONTRACT WITH DAVID
EVANS & ASSOCIATES FOR AS -NEEDED LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECT SERVICES IN THE AMOUNT OF $55,406.
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6.11 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 2002-24 IN SUPPORT OF PRIORITY
t TREATMENT OF METROLINK'S RIVERSIDE LINE BY THE UNION
PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY.
MATTERS WITHDRAWN FROM CONSENT CALENDAR:
6.4 VOUCHER REGISTER - dated April 2, 2002 in the amount of
$684,219.57 minus P.O. 11643 to ADE, Inc. in the amount of $1,260.
MPT/O'Connor explained that the Finance Committee was unable to
meet to consider the Voucher Register prior to tonight's meeting. She
asked for an explanation of the hours worked by ADE, Inc. prior to
approval of P.O. 11643 in the amount of $1,260.
Moved by C/Herrera, seconded by C/Zirbes to approve the Voucher
Register without P.O. 11643. Motion carried by the following Roll Call
vote:
AYES: -COUNCIL MEMBERS - Herrera, Huff, Zirbes,
MPT/O'Connor, M/Chang
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
6.9 RESOLUTION NO. 2002-23AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 2001-43
SETTING FORTH PERSONNEL RULES AND REGULATIONS TO
INCLUDE THE CREATION OF A PUBLIC INFORMATION OFFICER
AND RECLASSIFICATION OF ASSISTANT ENGINEER TO EXEMPT
STATUS.
MPT/O'Connor asked for a management plan for the Communication
& Marketing Division prior to approval of personnel reclassifications.
Moved by C/Herrera, seconded by C/Zirbes to adopt Resolution No.
2002-23 amending Resolution No. 201-43 setting forth personnel rules
and regulations to include the creation of a Public Information Officer
and reclassification of Assistant Engineer to exempt status. Motion
carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Herrera, Huff, Zirbes,
MPT/O'Connor, M/Chang
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
1 7. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None.
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8. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION:
8.1 APPROVE CITY MEMBERSHIP IN THE NATIONAL LEAGUE OF
CITIES IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,765 FOR THE FIRST YEAR —
Continued to April 16, 2002.
8.2 ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2002-25 APPROVING THE
NEIGHBORHOOD IMPROVEMENT (CODE ENFORCEMENT)
POLICY.
MPT/O'Connor said that earlier this evening, Council gave courtesy
to a Council Member who asked that agenda 8.1 be pulled for further
clarification. She sought the same courtesy in asking that 8.2 be
postponed. She supported the concept; however, she submitted
questions over a week ago and did not start receiving answers until
after noon today up until 5:00 p.m. She would like to have time to
review the answers so that she can make an informed decision on this
item.
C/Herrera thought that it was important to discuss things in the public
forum. The Council has talked about the neighborhood improvement
for many weeks and during many Council meetings. What this speaks
to is a resolution supporting and enforcing what is currently in the
Municipal Code and a resolution providing some direction for code
enforcement, which will be renamed, a resolution that would protect
residents from retaliation and pledges confidentiality. She did not
believe there was complicated language or items in the resolution.
Other procedures will be worked on over time. The Council is not
being asked to approve procedures or a brochure. Many residents
have come before the Council requesting that current laws be
enforced and that is what this resolution would do. She could not see
any reason to continue the matter any further. The Council needs, at
some point, to get on with business.
C/Zirbes explained that as a member of the neighborhood
improvement committee, what is being presented this evening under
Item 8.2 really is just a resolution as Council Member Herrera stated.
The committee has not drafted any new ordinances — no new
ordinances have been written. What the committee worked with is the
ordinances currently on the books. What the committee tried to do,
however, is to focus on taking a more pro -active approach rather than
a re -active approach to code enforcement to improve and to protect
the property values in D.B. He did not believe that enough attention ®.
had been paid to code enforcement or to neighborhood improvement
issues. The committee is attempting to bring a new focus and a new
education to the residential and commercial communities with new
brochures, new courtesy "fix it tickets" notices and a good public
outreach. He believed the time had come for the Council to act.
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People have been asking for this for a long, long time. It is something
he has advocated for many, many years. He believed Council should
move forward.
M/Chang explained that he too, is a member of the committee and
what the committee is trying to do is to place more focus on the issue
and propose a more pro -active stance. The code remains the same.
However, the City has not implemented the code in a pro -active
manner heretofore. The committee is responding to the wishes of
residents and attempting to maintain a high image for the City. He
believed it was time to move forward with the issue and keep the
matter on the agenda this evening for public discussion. Let the
public speak and go forward from that point.
Trinidad Dapkus supported adoption of the policy.
Martha Bruske did not support job title changes. She supported this
resolution and hoped that it hastened enforcement. She asked if
realtors would be informed and involved. Do the current sign
ordinance, property maintenance ordinance, parking, noise, etc.
ordinances still exist? Are they viable? What is the role of the sheriff,
fire department and the city's landscape contractors? How would D.B.
become pro -active and not infringe on people's rights. She still has
two major neighborhood concerns that are not addressed by this
ordinance. If this ordinance is to work, the Council needs to form a
dispute resolution committee. Despite her questions, she did not want
anything to interfere with the implementation of this program.
Clyde Hennessee felt that this ordinance would be very intrusive and
subject to interpretation. Why not hire the Volunteer Patrol personnel
to do what they have been doing and make sure people are adhering
to the ordinances.
Irene Kim told the Council about code enforcement problems in her
neighborhood. She made several attempts to get the problem
resolved and finally, as a result of contacting C/Zirbes, the problem
was solved. She is concerned about the city's deteriorating image.
She supported adoption of the resolution.
Stan Granger supported adoption of the resolution.
Nina Goncharev thanked C/Zirbes and all individuals who support this
resolution. She and other community members had been asking for
this for some time and she was very happy that it was finally coming
to fruition.
Simon Cohen wholeheartedly supported adoption of the resolution.
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Dick Farrell urged Council to immediately adopt the policy.
Marie Buckland supported adoption of the resolution.
Darla Farrell thanked C/Zirbes for his efforts on this matter. She urged
Council to adopt the resolution and immediately begin enforcement
thereof.
Teresa Quon supported the neighborhood improvement policy.
Moved by C/Herrera, seconded by C/Zirbes to adopt Resolution No.
2002-25.
MPT/O'Connor apologized to residents that she was unable to get
answers to questions they asked her. She hoped to be able to
provide those answers in the future.
Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - Herrera, Huff, Zirbes, M/Chang
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS - MPT/O'Connor
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS - None
8.3 BUSINESS EXPANSION AGREEMENT WITH SIGMANET —
Continued to April 16, 2002.
RECESS TO REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY ANNUAL MEETING: M/Chang
recessed
the City Council Meeting to the Redevelopment Agency Meeting at 8:40 p.m.
RECONVENE CITY COUNCIL MEETING: M/Chang reconvened the City
Council Meeting at 8:53 p.m.
9. COUNCIL SUB -COMMITTEE REPORTS/ COUNCIL MEMBER
COMMENTS: C/Huff stated that in accordance with his request, each Council
Member was given a clarification on the City Birthday Party budget. At the
recent Tres Hermanos Conservation Authority meeting, Chino Hills Member
Jim Thalman stepped down as a result of Council reorganization. The new
Chairman is Gary Larsen. The other Chino Hills delegate is Bill Kruger with
Jim Thalman as alternate. Earlier, a speaker chastised Council for not giving
people advance notice about reducing the number of concerts from 10 to six.
Over the years, D.B. has expanded opportunities for non-profit agencies.
This is a by-product of city events, not the reason for the city events. In fact,
the city has increased its events during which non -profits continue to have an
opportunity to raise funds for their organizations.
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MPT/O'Connor left the meeting at 8:55 p.m.
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C/Zirbes served as emcee for.the Miss D.B. Pageant. The event was well
attended. He attended the D.B. track meet at Walnut High School on the
same day. Last weekend, he attended the Easter Egg Hunt, an excellent
event. He reminded anyone with a classic car to participate in the D.B.
Improvement Association classic car show to be held at the City Birthday
Party. Last week, the Neighborhood Improvement Committee met to explore
and identify potential programs available to low and moderate income
homeowners in D.B. Since the last Council meeting, he spoke with three
major supermarkets about the available space in the Country Hills Towne
Center. Two have shown interest in the space. Staff continues to work with
the County on the sewer pumping plant issue at the Country Hills Towne
Center. The County has ordered new parts and filters for the facility. He
wished John South a happy 50th birthday.
C/Herrera, in response to an earlier request, asked that the Legislative
Subcommittee review AB 2185. She echoed C/Huff's comments about the
Concerts in the Park series. The Council has added many significant events
and must remain vigilant about budget expenditures. She reported that
Lanterman officials have requested that the April 18 meeting be postponed
for two months because of budget constraints throughout the state. Because
the State is understaffed at the Department of Developmental Services and
the Department of General Services, no work has been done on the EIR or
to finalize the security plan. The tentative date for the State Advisory
Committee meeting is Thursday, June 20 and the tentative date for the City's
Monitoring Committee is June 24. The State has committed to a public
meeting in September.
M/Chang thanked staff for their dedicated work in putting together a
successful 10th annual track meet. He complimented the Lions Club and the
volunteers for a wonderful Easter Egg Hunt. He extended a special thanks
to the individual who donated 6,000 plush toys that were distributed to the
children who participated in the event. He thanked staff for their efforts and
thanked the parents for allowing their children to participate.
CM/Lowry reported that due to broadcast problems during this evening's
telecast, the meeting would be immediately rebroadcast following
adjournment. She was assured that the re -broadcast would be of a higher
quality than the live feed. Tomorrow, Adelphia, SCAQMD and city staff will
meet to discuss and resolve the problem. The regular replay will occur on
Saturday.
M/Chang asked residents to attend the first and future Farmers Market
events and support the Friends of the Library Wine Soiree.
ADJOURNMENT: There being no further business to conduct,
M/Chang adjourned the meeting at 9:15 p.m.
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LYNDA BURGESS, City Clerk
ATTEST:
Wen P. Chang, Mayor