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REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY OF DIAMOND BAR
AUGUST 7, 2007
CALL TO ORDER: MayorTye called the regular City Council meeting
to order at 6:38 p.m. in The Government Center/SCAQMD Auditorium, 21865
Copley Dr., Diamond Bar, CA.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: L.A. County Sheriff Captain Dave Halm led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
INVOCATION: Deedee Navar, Children's Pastor, Diamond
Canyon Christian Church gave the invocation.
ROLL CALL: Council Members Chang, Everett, Herrera, Mayor
Pro Tem Tanaka and Mayor Tye.
Mayor Tye left the meeting at 8:09 p.m.
Staff Present: James DeStefano, City Manager; Michael
Jenkins, City Attorney; Bob Rose, Community Services Director; David Liu, Public
Works Director; Nancy Fong, Community Development Director; Ken Desforges, IS
Director; Linda Magnuson, Finance Director; Ryan McLean, Senior Management
Analyst; Rick Yee, Senior Engineer; Kimberly Molina, Associate Engineer; Lauren
Hildago, Public Information Specialist; and Tommye Cribbins, City Clerk
APPROVAL OF AGENDA: M/Tye requested that Agenda Item 8.2 be moved
to immediately prior to Schedule of Future Events.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS, CERTIFICATES, PROCLAMATIONS:
1.1 MPT/Tanaka presented a Certificate of Recognition to Joseph Fan,
Owner of Holiday Inn Select and Outgoing President of the Taiwan
Hotel -Motel Association of Southern California.
Mr. Fan introduced his staff.
BUSINESS OF THE MONTH:
1.2 C/Herrera presented a City Tile to Debbie Kim, owner, Blue Sky Cafe,
21815 Copley Drive, as Business of the Month for August 2007.
2. CITY MANAGER REPORTS AND RECOMMENDATIONS:
2.1 CM/DeStefano reported that as a result of concerns regarding
truckers on Washington Street, the City and Alameda Corridor East
Construction Authority (ACE) have developed improvements intended
to further implement noise reduction and discourage truckers from
entering the dead-end street. He further reported that construction on
the cul-de-sac is near completion.
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2.2 CM/DeStefano reported that the City received a Certificate of
Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting for the City's 2006
Comprehensive Annual Financial Statement from the Government
Finance Officers Association of the United States and Canada.
According to GFOA, the Certificate is the highest form of recognition
in the area of government accounting and financial reporting and its
attainment represents a significant accomplishment by the City, City
Council, City Management and Linda Magnuson, Finance Director.
2.3 Deputy Lanning and Lt. Maxey presented a video highlighting law
enforcement activities in the City for the first half of 2007.
2.4 Chief Nieto and Leticia Pacillas, Los Angeles County Fire Department
presented a video on activities that have occurred in the area during
this year and last year.
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
Dr. Gil Yanow thanked C/Herrera for the comments she made at the last
meeting and asked for clarification on the Council's goal for a proposed use
of the golf course as a retail center.
Allen Wilson felt outraged and insulted that the League of California Cities'
would hold a workshop on handling "citizens who take up a lot of staff and
elected official's time with their issues."
Claire Schlotterbeck, Executive Director "Hills for Everyone" spoke in
opposition to the AERA Energy project.
Vince Galloway, Fall Creek Condominiums, spoke in opposition to
development of the golf course property. He stated that Gentle Springs Rd.
is a private street and is in very bad condition and asked what could be done
to have the street repaired. He asked the City Council to place the matter of
Scribbles on a future agenda for discussion.
Mangal Gulshan asked the City to talk with Caltrans about the continuing
traffic problems on the SR57/60.
4. RESPONSE TO PUBLIC COMMENTS:
CM/DeStefano responded to speakers that with respect to the AERA Energy
Project, AERA Energy had asked D.B. to look at a proposal for the purpose
of annexing the area and developing 2800 homes in the City of D.B. The
pre -annexation agreement was approved by the City Council in December
2006 and is a document that provided a roadmap for review of the project. It
did not approve the project. Since that time, AERA Energy has been working
with the City. With the involvement of Los Angeles County and Orange
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County, D.B. is serving as the lead agency in the development of an
Environmental Impact Report (EIR), which will cover the proposed 2800
homes as well as an additional 800 homes that would be developed in
Orange County near Harbor Blvd. When the EIR is ready it will be
distributed to those agencies for internal administrative and public review for
comments, technical responses and proposed mitigation measures. D.B. will
ultimately make its decision based upon the document and input from the
counties involved. Should a project be approved as a result of a certified EIR
a project Brea is not bound by an EIR that is produced by D.B. as the lead
agency. Brea, Orange County, the unincorporated community of Rowland
Heights and Los Angeles County will undertake separate reviews of projects
developed within their jurisdiction. D.B. does not have jurisdictional authority
to trump Los Angeles and Orange Counties or Brea or LaHabra Heights or
any other nearby community. Over many years D.B. has reviewed many
projects and rarely granted entitlement requested by the developer. D.B. has
denied, modified and approved projects after careful public review processes
by the Planning Commission and City Council. This very large project will be
carefully scrutinized and reviewed. In the eight months since approving a
pre -annexation agreement, D.B. has not yet seen documents regarding this
proposed project. There was a comment made about the City's support of
development of the hills. D.B. is not supporting development of the hills.
D.B. is reviewing a private developer's application and is yet to make a
decision on the project. Further, a comment was made that D.B. had agreed
to this project. D.B. has not agreed to this project — D.B. has agreed to look
at this project. A speaker further commented on annexation of land within
the Rowland Heights community plan and referred to it as a "land grab" by
the City of D.B. The Los Angeles Local Agency Formation Commission two
years ago produced a study indicating that the AERA Energy property should
be part of the future City of D.B. That recommendation was not approved
pending the completion of an Environmental Impact Report, which is
presently underway with the City. In addition to the decision LAFCO made in
about June 2005 it also said that a very small 150 -acre piece of property
where the Diamond Canyon Christian Church and other properties are
located should become part of the City of D.B. This property consists of a
church, office building and about 150 homes and is a property that has a
D.B. zip code and contains residents who believe they live in D.B. but don't.
These residents have asked to become a part of the City of D.B. — D.B. did
not go after that property. Neither did D.B. go after the AERA Energy
project. D.B. is the recipient of a private application from AERA and the
recipient of a request from the Diamond Canyon property owners to become
part of D.B. Based on the request from the Diamond Canyon property
owners, D.B. made an application to LAFCO for the 150 -acres to become
part of the City of D.B.
CM/DeStefano responded to Mr. Galloway that ongoing litigation involving
Scribbles is frustrating and complicated and the City will not likely have an
agenda discussion about the matter because of the ongoing litigation.
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CA/Jenkins stated that the fact that Mr. Galloway was asked to be a witness
in a trial being held in a criminal court is evidence that the City has been
moving forward. The fact that the trial has been continued is out of D.B.'s
control. There are three matters pending — the Civil Case brought by D.B.,
that has suffered a number of continuations brought by the defendant's
attorney; a Criminal Case being prosecuted by the District Attorney in the
Pomona Superior Court, and a Federal Court Civil Rights lawsuit filed by
Scribbles against the City. He felt it was fair to say that the City had taken
extraordinary steps to enforce its code in response to this issue as
recognized by Mr. Galloway's comments. The City has been the victim of
circumstances in each of these litigation matters that has simply been
outside of the City's control. The City knows that Scribbles has had an
enormous impact on the City's resources and has been a concern of the City
Council wherein many Closed Sessions have involved discussion of the
status and progress of this litigation. In fact, the City Council has been
extraordinarily interested in and conscientious about assuring the City is
doing all that it can to effectuate the City's goals through litigation. The City
has heard "stories" that there may be some interest in some sort of
settlement and sometimes it holds some truth and sometimes it doesn't. The
City is involved with all attorneys and is very attuned to the situation and
making every effort to effectively proceed within the constraints that exist in
the judicial system.
8. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION:
8.2 DIAMOND BAR BOULEVARD AND MOUNTAIN LAUREL WAY
CROSSING GUARD REQUEST.
PWD/Liu stated that at the May 10, 2007 Traffic and Transportation
Commission meeting several parents expressed concern about the
safety of the north sidewalk on Diamond Bar Blvd. at Mountain Laurel
Way. In response to the request, staff conducted and completed a
crossing guard warrant study on May 30, 2007. On June 14, 2007
results of the crossing guard warrant study were presented to the
Commission. The Commission accepted the findings and instructed
staff to meet with the parents and explore other traffic control
measures. Staff met with the parents and accepted the findings but
insisted that a crossing guard be implemented. As a result, staff
offers three options to the City Council for consideration: 1) Add
additional signage and cross -hatching to the north crosswalk area to
improve sight visibility and notification to motorists; 2) implement split -
phased timing to isolate the crosswalk movement on the north side of
Diamond Bar Blvd. to disallow any conflict in vehicular movement;
and, 3) implement a crossing guard at a cost of approximately $6,250
per year per guard. Staffs recommendation is to proceed with
implementation of options 1 and 2 prior to the start of the school year
and further recommends monitoring the intersection to re-evaluate the
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performance of the permissive left -turn phase of the signal in
February 2008.
Phil Kisor, 1467 Copper Mountain Dr., said he spoke to the Traffic
and Transportation in April 2006 after his son was involved in a close
call with a vehicle and sent follow up letters and emails with no
response from staff. In April 2007 a student was hit. He emailed the
Public Works Department and received no response. In May 2007
another student was hit. He emailed staff again and he received a
response. In his opinion, it is dangerous to assume that 11, 12 and
13 year olds are responsible enough to defend against traffic in a
crosswalk. He asked the City Council to consider a crossing guard for
the intersection during school hours.
Genea Wall, 1557 Meadowglen Rd. said her son was hit in this
intersection on April 5 and to find out another child was injured when
hit by a car a month later. She felt there was no amount of money
that could be placed on a child's life and that the City should place a
crossing guard at the intersection during school hours.
C/Herrera said she was concerned that Diamond Bar Blvd. was a very
busy street and that drivers frequently travel at speeds faster than the
posted speed limit. The City is paying for a crossing guard at Lorbeer
Middle School, which is also on Diamond Bar Blvd. If the crosswalk
were safer, more students would likely walk to school ratherthan have
parents creating traffic jams around the schools.
MPT/Tanaka agreed that safety of the children was a number one
priority for the City Council.
C/Chang asked CA/Jenkins to comment on concerns regarding the
JPIA.
CA/Jenkins said the concern was with respect to consistency and if
the Council were to assure a crossing guard in this situation, because
staff has found it does not satisfy the usual criteria, that the Council
would need to identify some unique characteristics of this intersection
that would distinguish it from others so that there is a rational basis
should the City receive similar requests from other neighborhoods.
The assumption would be that since the City was offering added
protection, there would be no liability concerns.
PWD/Liu responded to C/Chang's concern about posting warnings
advising that a crossing guard was present that the intersection is
signalized and regulates the traffic flow along Diamond Bar Blvd. The
only time pedestrians would be able to cross would be during the
allowed pedestrian crossing phasing. Therefore, speed along
Diamond Bar Blvd. is not a factor in this case.
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C/Everett said he was struggling with his decision because it would be
difficult for one crossing guard to cover the breadth of Diamond Bar
Blvd. In his opinion, a crossing guard would not necessarily make the
intersection safer for pedestrians.
CA/Jenkins agreed that not every intersection is well suited for a
crossing guard. The safety of intersections is not necessarily
enhanced in every instance by a crossing guard depending on all
facts and considerations, which is why cities have criteria to follow.
Staff has looked at the situation and found only one incident/accident
that involved crossing the street. That fact and other considerations
led to staff's recommendation. Should the Council decide to move
forward to implement a crossing guard one option would be to
implement it on a trial basis and observe the effectiveness and re-
evaluate the situation after one year and make it clear that the City is
not creating an expectation that after the one year re-evaluation
period a crossing guard would not necessarily be continued if the
study demonstrated the crossing guard was not serving a usetul
purpose or was not necessarily enhancing the safety of the
intersection.
C/Everett felt that in order to help increase more individual personal
responsibility he would like to look at the option of a flashing yellow
light for both approaches to the intersection and during that time the
speed limit would decrease to 25 miles per hour.
PWD/Liu responded that this approach was recommended during a
Traffic and Transportation Commission meeting. However, when
cities begin introducing other traffic warning devices for a signalized
intersection that would be activated when kids are in the area, it could
send mixed messages. He said he had not seen a flashing yellow
light used in this type of instance and staff would not recommend
such a device.
C/Everett stated that he is looking for a responsible approach with
better alternatives; however, he does understand and support staffs
and the Traffic and Transportation Commission's recommendation.
C/Herrera moves, C/Chang seconded, to implement a crossing guard
and incorporate additional signage and cross hatching at the
intersection of Diamond Bar Blvd. and Mountain Laurel Way with a
one-year review from date of implementation. C/Herrera felt unusual
characteristics might be the uncontrolled speed on Diamond Bar
Blvd., increased safety of the intersection, and, a reduction in the
number of vehicles in and around Chaparral Middle School which
would improve congestion and air quality. Motion carried by the
following Roll Call vote:
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AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS
5. SCHEDULE OF FUTURE EVENTS:
Chang, Everett, Herrera,
MPT/Tanaka
None
M/Tye
5.1 Concerts in the Park (Christian Simmons - Country) — August 8,
2007 — 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sycamore Canyon Park, 22930
Golden Springs Drive.
5.2 Movies Under the Stars — "Zoom" — August 8, 2007 — Immediately
after the Concert in the Park, Sycamore Canyon Park, 22930
Golden Springs Drive.
5.3 Planning Commission Meeting — August 14, 2007 — 7:00 p.m.,
AQMD/Government Center Auditorium, 21825 Copley Drive.
5.4 Concerts in the Park (Rodeo Drive - Broadway) — August 15, 2007 —
6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m., Sycamore Canyon Park, 22930 Golden
Springs Drive.
5.5 Movies Under the Stars — "Over the Hedge" — August 15, 2007 —
Immediately after the Concerts in the Park, Sycamore Canyon Park,
22930 Golden Springs Drive.
5.6 City Council Meeting — August 21, 2007 — 6:30 p.m.,
AQMD/Government Center Auditorium, 21865 Copley Drive.
6. CONSENT CALENDAR: C/Everett moved, C/Herrera seconded to approve
the Consent Calendar with the exception of Items 6.6 and 6.9. Motion
carried by the following Roll Call:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
6.1 CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Chang, Everett, Herrera,
MPT/Tanaka
None
M/Tye
6.1.1 STUDY SESSION OF July 17, 2007 —approved as submitted.
6.1.2 REGULAR MEETING OF July 17, 2007 — approved as
submitted.
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6.2 PLANNING COMMISSION MINUTES:
6.2.1
Regular Meeting of June 12, 2007
— Received and filed.
6.2.2
Regular Meeting of June 26, 2007
— Received and filed.
6.2.3
Regular Meeting of July 10, 2007 —
Received and filed.
6.3 PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION MINUTES — Regular
Meeting for June 26, 2007 — Received and filed.
6.4 RATIFIED CHECK REGISTER dated July 12, 2007 through August 1,
2007 totaling $1,911,726.51.
6.5 APPROVED PRELIMINARY TREASURER'S STATEMENT for June
2007.
6.7 APPROVED REDUCTION OF 50% OF SURETY BOND NO.
TM5040744/6313963 POSTED BY BROOKFIELD DIAMOND BAR
VILLAGE LLC FOR TRACT 62482 (VANTAGE TOWNHOMES)
TO COMPLETE GRADING AND STORM DRAIN
IMPROVEMENTS.
6.8 REJECTED ALL BIDS SUBMITTED FOR CONSTRUCTION OF
BATTING CAGES AT PETERSON AND PANTERA PARKS AND
DIRECTED STAFF TO REDESIGN AND REBID THE PROJECT.
6.10 APPROVED AGREEMENT WITH ALAMEDA CORRIDOR EAST
(ACE) CONSTRUCTION AUTHORITY FOR PAVEMENT
RECONSTRUCTION ON WINDWOOD DRIVE FOR A TOTAL
AUTHORIZATION AMOUNT OF $100,000.
MATTERS WITHDRAWN FROM CONSENT CALENDAR:
6.6 RECEIVE, ACCEPT AND FILE PROPOSITION A LOCAL RETURN
FUND, PROPOSITION C LOCAL RETURN FUND AND
TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT AUDIT REPORTS FOR
FISCAL YEARS ENDED JUNE 30, 2006 AND 2005.
C/Herrera asked if MTA accepted the City's report regarding possible
non-compliance.
FM/Magnuson responded that the MTA sent a letter accepting staff's
responses regarding the problems associated with a small amount of
non -requested funds.
C/Herrera moved, C/Everett seconded, to receive, accept and file
Proposition A, Local Return Fund, Proposition C, Local Return Fund
and Transportation Development Act audit reports for fiscal years
ended June 30, 2006 and 2005.
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AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Chang, Everett, Herrera,
MPT/Tanaka
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: M/Tye
6.9 AUTHORIZATION OF A $10,000 REWARD FOR INFORMATION
LEADING TO THE ARREST AND CONVICTION OF THE
INDIVIDUAL OR INDIVIDUALS RESPONSIBLE FOR THE DEATH
OF DIAMOND BAR RESIDENT RUBEN WHITTINGTON.
C/Everett offered his thoughts and feelings on this tragic incident.
C/Herrera moved, C/Everett seconded to authorize $10,000 reward
for information leading to the arrest and conviction of individual(s)
responsible for the death of Diamond Bar resident Ruben Whittington.
C/Chang offered his thoughts regarding this matter.
Motion carried by the following Roll Call vote:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Chang, Everett, Herrera,
MPT/Tanaka
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: M/Tye
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS: None
8. COUNCIL CONSIDERATION (Continued)
8.1 (a) AWARD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO
TRANSCORE FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF THE DIAMOND BAR
TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT SYSTEM IN THE AMOUNT OF $332,791,
AND AUTHORIZATION OF A CONTINGENCY AMOUNT OF $37,209
FOR CONTRACT CHANGE ORDERS TO BE APPROVED BY THE
CITY MANAGER FOR A TOTAL AUTHORIZATION OF $370,000.
(b) APPROVE CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH ADVANTAC
CONSULTING ENGINEERS FOR TRAFFIC MANAGEMENT
SYSTEM TECHNICAL SUPPORT IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000
AND FOR THE ONGOING CITYWIDE TRAFFIC SIGNAL TIMING
PROGRAM IN THE AMOUNT OF $50,000 FOR A TOTAL
AUTHORIZATION AMOUNT OF $100,000.
SE/Yee presented staff's report stating that the current management
objective was to minimize the delay for residents entering the arterials
while maximizing traffic flow along the arterials, which were designed
to maximize safety for pedestrians and drivers. The benefits of the
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synchronization efforts include coordination of arterial progression
while minimizing the delay on side streets; shortened travel time;
reduced overall vehicle stops and delays, and improved air quality.
However, there are deficiencies with the current system including time
clocks that drift and must be manually adjusted on an ongoing basis;
modifications to traffic signal timing must be done manually at each
traffic signal controller, and traffic signal malfunctions that can go
undetected for lengthy periods of time. The overall Traffic
Management System goal is to reduce congestion and enhance
mobility. There are two primary components to the ITS program for
each of the Pomona Valley cities: 1) The Traffic Management
System that would provide for remote monitoring and control of a
traffic signal network, and 2) the information exchange network which
would provide real time traffic signal operations data amongst the
member agencies. He explained how the system would function and
what progress has been made to date. He requested City Council
approval of Transcore as the preferred vendor, and Advantec to
provide oversight for the Traffic Management Center.
At the request of C/Everett, SE/Yee explained the funding sources for
the project and the goal of the EIN to coordinate signals across
jurisdictional lines. In the distant future it would be possible for the
system to provide the capability of controlling systems across
jurisdictions.
C/Herrera asked for copies of the slide presentation given this
evening and SE/Yee responded that he would provide copies for all
Council Members.
There was no one present who wished to speak on this matter.
C/Herrera moved, C/Chang seconded to (a) award professional
services contract to Transcore for implementation of the Diamond Bar
Traffic Management System in the amount of $332,791, and
authorization of a contingency amount of $37,209 for contract change
orders to be approved by the City Manager for a total authorization of
$370,000 and (b) approve contract amendment with Advantac
Consulting Engineers for Traffic Management System technical
support in the amount of $50,000 and for the ongoing citywide traffic
signal timing program in the amount of $50,000 for a total
authorization amount of $100,000. Motion carried by the following
Roll Call:
AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Chang, Everett, Herrera,
MPT/Tanaka
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: M/Tye
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9. COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE REPORTS/COUNCIL MEMBER COMMENTS:
C/Herrera spoke about attending an ACE tour of the Brea Canyon Road
Grade Separation Crossing with CM/DeStefano. Upon leaving the tour, they
drove down Washington St. and some of the residents that attended the City
Council meeting several weeks ago indicated they needed more law
enforcement. She was pleased to observe a deputy ticketing a truck driver in
a very large truck that had turned down Washington St. and ignored all of the
warning signs. She thanked the Sheriffs Department for their efforts. With
respect to Dr. Yanow's comments, the City Council and staff work diligently
on goals and the particular goal regarding the golf course is a dream and
economic necessity various Council Members have felt obliged to work
toward over time. Everyone talks about the wonderful programs and the
beauty of the City and in order to maintain those benefits the City must have
revenue to replace expenditures to provide those services. Therefore, it is
incumbent upon the City Council to look at ways to increase business and
revenues. Vendors and businesses at the International Council for Shopping
Center want the highest possible visibility and the greatest number of
vehicles passing the shopping center. At the point of the golf course,
350,000 cars per day pass the area and even a partial development would
ensure economic safety and security for D.B. The fly in the ointment is that
the City does not control and does not own the golf course, it is owned and
controlled by the County of Los Angeles and unless they agree to a new
location for the golf course there will be no changes. Because the County
would not approve the new golf course location the City canceled escrow on
the Reed property.
C/Everett said it was a pleasure to meet Mr. Fan and his team and honor
Debbie Kim. He thanked Lt. Maxey and his team for their recap as well as
Chief Nieto and the Los Angeles County Fire Department for their good
efforts. He thanked individuals who spoke tonight and especially those who
expressed concerns about Item 8.1. He acknowledged Mr. Galloway's
concerns regarding Scribbles. He asked for public input and offer of
potential solutions for the community. He extended his sympathy to the
family and friends of Los Angeles Policy Officer Ruben Whittington. He also
extended his sympathy to Eleanor Maxwell, wife of recently deceased
resident Max Maxwell. He commented on the passing of KTLA news anchor
Hal Fishman, a man of integrity, high standards and commitment to
excellence in communicating the news.
C/Chang said he felt frustrated about the Scribbles issue but asked for
residents to be patient and let justice prevail. With respect to the golf course,
it takes money to make things happen and build the City that people have
grown to enjoy. D.B. is losing some of its funding sources and cannot
compete with neighboring cities because D.B. does not have a
Redevelopment Agency. In addition, D.B. receives only 5.8% of the property
taxes it pays. Other cities receive a great deal more and have
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redevelopment agencies that allow them to receive up to 49% of their
property tax revenues. Council and staff make every attempt to guard the
City's money and create additional revenue to ensure that D.B. remains an
ideal place to live, to enjoy and to work. The golf course is an option the City
needs to keep open and if it is not the best solution other solutions will be
pursued. He encouraged individuals who had knowledge of the Ruben
Whittington incident to call the Sheriff's Department. He wished everyone an
enjoyable safe and cool summer.
MPT/Tanaka congratulated FM/Magnuson and her staff. He attended the
NBL Marketing ribbon -cutting ceremonies hosted by the Regional Chamber
of Commerce of the San Gabriel Valley; continues to attend the Concerts in
the Park series and Movies Under the Stars; attended the Mayors and
Council Members Executive Forum in Monterey and attended workshops and
classes to learn more about dealing with City government in a better fashion;
DB 4 -Youth postponed the Battle of the Bands until June 2008. He attended
the League of California Cities LA County Division meeting and installation
dinner held in Santa Clarita. He reported that the D.B. Community and LA
County Fair Committee continues to meet with the D.B. Day at the Fair on
Thursday, September 13. On behalf of the City Council and community he
offered condolences to the family of Ruben Whittington, wife Marsha, son
Joseph and daughter Emily.
ADJOURNMENT: With no further business to conduct, Mayor Pro Tem Tanaka
adjourned the regular City Council meeting at 9:18 p.m. in memory of Ruben
Whittington.
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TOMMYE' CRIBBINS, CITY CLERK
The foregoing minutes are hereby approved this gistday of Auc4u: -L , 2007.
JACK TANAKA, MAYOR PRO TEM