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MINUTES OF NOVEMBER 1,2022
REGULAR MEETING OF THE COVINA CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO
THE COVINA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY/COVINA PUBLIC FINANCING
AUTHORITY/COVINA HOUSING AUTHORITY HELD IN THE COUNCIL CHAMBER OF CITY HALL, 125 EAST COLLEGE STREET, COVINA, CALIFORNIA AND
VIRTUALLY VIA ZOOM
This meeting was conducted in accordance with Assembly Bill 361, regarding the COVID-19 pandemic.
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor Cortez called the Council/Agency/Authority meeting to order at 6:32 p.m. with all Councilmembers present, except for Councilmember Linares.
PUBLIC COMMENTS—None.
CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Cortez recessed the Council to Closed Session at 6:33 p.m. for the following:
A. Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1) — CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION
Name of case: Juan Perez v. City of Covina; WCAB Case Nos: ADJ13261203 RECESS
CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE COVINA REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY/COVINA PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY/COVINA HOUSING
AUTHORITY
JOINT MEETING—OPEN SESSION
7:30 PM
RECONVENE AND CALL TO ORDER
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Cortez called the Council/Agency/Authority meeting to order at 7:32 p.m. with all Councilmembers present.
Councilmember Linares was present via ZOOM.
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ROLL CALL
Councilmembers Present: Hector Delgado, John C. King, Victor Linares (VIA ZOOM), Mayor Pro Tem/Vice-Chair Walter Allen, III, and Mayor/Chair Patricia Cortez.
Councilmembers Absent: None.
Elected Members Present: City Clerk Drew Aleman, City Treasurer Neil Polzin.
Staff Members Present: City Manager Chris Marcarello, City Attorney Candice K. Lee, Administrative Services Director Anita Agramonte,Community Development Director Brian Lee, Parks & Recreation/Library Services Director Lisa Evans, Public Works Director Andy Bullington, Interim Chief Deputy City Clerk Evelyn Leach, and Deputy City Manager Angel Carrillo.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Led by Mayor Cortez.
INVOCATION
Given by Covina Police Chaplain David Truax.
CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Lee announced direction was given to staff and no reportable action was taken.
PRESENTATIONS
A. Pink Patch Presentation and No Shave November.
Pink Patch Presentation
Mayor Cortez announced that the first presentation will be for the Pink Patch Check Presentation and No Shave November and turned the items over to Chief Povero.
Chief Povero requested the Pink Patch crew join him. He stated that in an effort to bring awareness to breast cancer, during the month of October, Covina Police Department personnel and members of the community raised $12,000. Of the amount raised, $5,000 will be donated to the Susan G.
Komen Foundation, and $5,000 to the City of Hope. Police Chief Povero thanked the Pink Patch Project team for all their hard work and presented plaques of appreciation to Grand Printing, IRES, and H.H. Dorje Chang Buddha III Cultural and Arts Museum for their tremendous efforts in assisting with the Pink Patch Project.
No Shave November
Chief Povero asked Police Sergeant David Rodriguez, and the No Shave November team to join him. Chief Povero discussed No Shave November which is a month-long journey during which participants forgo shaving and grooming in order to evoke conversation and raise cancer awareness and asked Police Sergeant David Rodriguez to discuss the program.
Sergeant Rodriguez said this is about the 4th or 5th year of this program. He said last year $3,000 was raised. The money raised is donated to a local cancer facility.
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Chief Povero indicated there were links on the Covina Police Department website if anyone wishes to donate to this cause.
B. Law Enforcement Records and Support Personnel Day
Chief Povero announced that November 8, 2022, is Law Enforcement Records and Support Personnel Day and stated that the day is to recognize Police Records and Support Staff for their valuable and essential contributions that assist daily in the Department's ability to serve the public and accomplish the Department's mission. He added that their work is very much appreciated.
C. National Family Literacy Day
Mayor Cortez asked the Daughters of the American Revolution, State Literary Chair Debbie King to join her for the presentation-proclaiming November 1 as National Family Literacy Day.
Mayor Cortez read the Proclamation into the record and thanked Debbie King for all her efforts.
Debbie King explained the purpose of the Covina Chapter of the Daughters of the American Revolution — a Woman's service organization dedicated to promoting historic preservation, education, patriotism and honoring the patriots of the revolutionary war. She added that the entire month of November is National Family Literacy Day and encouraged reading to children on a regular basis and discussed Little free libraries and how to find them. She also discussed the upcoming Field of Valor event and wreaths across America.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Dora Gomez, Project 29:11, thanked the Mayor and City Council for attending the October 11 event and thanked Mayor Cortez for her assistance.
A representative from HH DCBIII Cultural & Art Museum spoke on behalf of the museum promoting holiday special hours.
James C. Peelgren, President of Oak Tree Walk Association, expressed concern regarding a proposed new site for a car dealership at 345 S. Citrus.
City Manager Marcarello indicated this item was to be considered at the Planning Commission last week and has been continued to a date uncertain. He added that Mr. Peelgren and members of his association will be able to express their concerns at the Planning Commission when the item is considered. In addition, he said Mr. Lee and he would reach out to Mr. Peelgren to talk about the project in more detail.
COUNCIL/AGENCY/AUTHORITY COMMENTS
Councilmember King expressed his thanks to Parks & Recreation staff for a great Howl-o-ween and Halloween festival events.
Councilmember Delgado thanked Chief Povero and staff for raising awareness on cancer through their work on the Pink Patch Project and No Shave November.
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Mayor Pro Tem Allen expressed appreciation for the Pink Patch Project stating he lost his wife 13 years ago to breast cancer. He reported (as a board member at Emanate Health) that Emanate -- Health is building a huge cancer infusion center at Queen of Valley.He also expressed appreciation for a successful Halloween events and thanked the Daughters of the American Revolution for their contributions to the city and Dora Gomez for her work with Project 29:11.
Councilmember Linares reported on the Council committee meeting with Harry Basil at the Laugh Factory regarding the possibility of his company coming to the Covina playhouse.
Mayor Cortez thanked the Police Department for their efforts in promoting the Pink Patch Project and all the money being raised. In addition, she focused on future events including the upcoming Field of Valor, and Veterans' Day event. Mayor Cortez also welcomed Chief Inman as the Covina's new fire representative.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS
City Manager Marcarello expressed his appreciation to everyone who helped make the two Halloween events a success including the Downtown Merchants. He also discussed the upcoming holiday lighting event in the downtown area. In addition, he thanked the community for their patience regarding the city's paving projects.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Cortez reported Consent Calendar Item CC 15 contained the wrong attachment and that Item CC 6 will be pulled for Councilmember Linares to abstain.
A motion was made by Councilmember King, seconded by Councilmember Delgado, to approve Consent Calendar items CC 1 through CC 5 and CC 7 through CC 16 as presented.
Motion approved by roll call vote for Consent Calendar items CC 1 through CC 5 and CC 7 through CC 16 as follows:
AYES: DELGADO, KING, LINARES, ALLEN, CORTEZ
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
CC 1. City Council/Successor Agency to the Covina Redevelopment Agency/Covina Public Financing Authority/Housing Authority approved the Minutes of the October 18, 2022, Regular Meeting of the City Council/Successor Agency to the Covina Redevelopment Agency/Covina Public Financing Authority/Housing Authority.
CC 2. City Council/Successor Agency to the Covina Redevelopment Agency approved Payment of Demands in the amount of$3,189,555.94.
CC 3. City Council adopted Resolution CC 2022-115 approving the Carryover of Encumbrances and Continuing Appropriations from Fiscal Year 2021-22 to Fiscal Year 2022-23.
CC 4. City Council approved the City of Covina Investment Report for Month ended August 31, 2022.
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CC 5. City Council waived full reading, and adopted on second reading the following Ordinances:
"' 1. Ordinance 22-12, Approving Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 22-03 by Adding Chapter 17.59 (Mixed-Use Overlay District) and Chapter 17.31 (Affordable Housing Mixed-Use Overlay District) to Title 17 of the Covina Municipal Code, Establishing New Regulations Regarding Permitted and Conditionally Permitted Uses, Objective Development and Design Standards, Application, Review and Approval Requirements, and Appeal Procedures for Future Mixed-Use Developments in the City;
2. Ordinance 22-13,Approving Zone Change (ZCH)22-03 and Amending the City's Official Zoning Map by Adding MUOD to 85 parcels and AHMUOD to 63 Parcels Within the 13 Project Areas Throughout the City and Approving a Mitigated Negative Declaration (SCH 20220600187). Exhibit A Contains the List of Assessor Parcel Numbers for Zone Change 22-03, and •
3. Ordinance 22-14, Approving Zone Change (ZCH) 22-06 and Amending the City's Official Zoning Map to Change the Zoning from C-P, Commercial, Administrative, and Professional Office Zone to RD Residential Zone (Multi-family), Consistent with the Existing General Plan Designation of High-Density Residential and Approving a Notice of Exemption for Environmental Review(CEQA), for Property Located at 544 E. Rue Royal Street, APN: 8429-035-015.
CC 7. City Council approved the Traffic Signal Improvements Project at Barranca Avenue and Covina Boulevard (Project No. P2308); Awarded Contract to PTM General — Engineering Services, Inc. in the Amount of$541,041; and adopted Resolution No.
CC 2022-118, appropriating $140,000 from Proposition C fund balance for the completion of Project No. P2308.
CC 8. City Council approved award of contract for City Facility Renovation Project—Covina Park Aquatic Pump Building Roof Replacement to Southland Roofing, Inc., in the amount of$68,920.
CC 9. City Council adopted Resolution CC 2022-119, approving an agreement with Suburban Water Systems for Emergency Water Service from the City of Covina and Authorizing City Manager to Execute Said Agreement.
CC 10. City Council approved the 2021 State Homeland Security Grant Program Subrecipient Agreement between the County of Los Angeles and the City of Covina; and purchase of cyber security equipment in an amount not to exceed $85,460; and adopted Resolution CC 2022-116 to increase the Police Department 2022-23 budget by $85,460.
CC 11. City Council adopted Resolution CC 2022-117 Increasing the Police Department 2022-23 Budget by $22,000 for the Purchase of Equipment.
CC 12. City Council approved Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement between the City of Covina and Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for Legal Services for fiscal year 2022-23.
CC 13. City Council accepted Sewer Relief Line Project — San Bernardino Road from 2nd Avenue to 3rd Avenue performed by GRBCON and approved- Final Acceptance and Filing Notice of Completion.
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CC 14. Covina Housing Authority received and filed the Annual Report Fiscal Year 2021- 2022.
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CC 15. City Council:
1. Approved the Annual Report of the Prospero Park Owners Association Business Area Enhancement District (BAED); and
2. Adopted Resolution CC 2022-120 declaring its intent to levy an annual assessment for the calendar year 2023 in the Prospero Park Area Enhancement District and establish the date, time and place for the public hearing.
CC 16. City Council:
1. Approved the Annual Report of the Downtown Covina Business Area Enhancement District (BAED); and
2. Adopted Resolution CC 2022-121, declaring its intent to levy an annual assessment for the calendar year 2023 in the Downtown Covina Business Area Enhancement District, and establish the date, time and place for the public hearing.
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM CC 6 PULLED FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION City Attorney Lee indicated that Councilmember Linares is abstaining to vote on this issue because of his business interests.
Councilmember Linares turned off his ZOOM for this item. -- A motion was made by Councilmember Delgado, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Allen, to approve Consent Calendar items CC 6 as presented.
Motion approved by roll call vote for Consent Calendar item CC 6 as follows:
AYES: DELGADO, KING, ALLEN, CORTEZ
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: LINARES
ABSENT: NONE
CC 6. City Council waived full reading, and adopted on second reading the following ordinances:
1. Ordinance 22-15, "An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Covina, California, adopting Zoning Code Amendment (ZCA) 22-05, by amending chapters 17.42 (C-3A Regional or Community Shopping Center Commercial Zone)reclassifying "barber and/or beauty shop use"as a"permitted use", Chapter
17.44 (C-4 Commercial Highway Zone) allowing wall signs abutting an alley or parking lot, Chapter 17.26 (R-1 7,500 Single Family Residential Zone) allowing (1) second floor storage above garages and (2) residential additions to align with existing residential structures within the 25-foot rear yard setback area and, Chapter 17.78.160 (Variance for Minor Deviation) to eliminate Section
17.78.160(a)(5) regarding (RD) Multi-Family Code Section, of Title 17 (Zoning) of the Covina Municipal Code, and making findings under CEQA guidelines section 15061(b)(3)"; and
2. Ordinance 22-16, "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Covina, California, approving Planned Community Development Modification (PCDM) 22-003, by amending Planned Community Development PCD 79-001 (Ordinance COUNCIL/CSA/CPFA/CHA MINUTES Page 6 of 9 Tuesday,November 1, 2022
No. 79-1403) to allow free-standing monument signs pursuant to Chapter
17.44.210 (C-4) Commercial Highway Zone and, amending window covering — standards, within the Arrow-Grand Business Park, and making findings under CEQA guidelines section 15061(b)(3)"; and
3. Ordinance 22-17, "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City Of Covina, California, approving Planned Community Development Modification (PCDM) 22-003, by amending Planned Community Development PCD 98-001 (Ordinance No. 98-1831)to allow drive-throughs,restaurants, breweries, with on-sale alcohol as a conditionally permitted use,modification of the approved provisional site plan to allow an additional retail pad,the adjusting of required parking standards within the Covina Technology Center, and making findings under CEQA guidelines section 15061(b)(3).
Councilmember Linares returned to the meeting VIA ZOOM.
PUBLIC HEARINGS
PH 1. Ordinance 22-18 for Zone Change (ZCH) 22-005, a Request to Change the Official Zoning Map of the City of Covina Changing the Zoning District from C-2 (Commercial Zone) to R-1-7,500 (Single Family Residential), for the Property Located at 1909 East Covina Boulevard -APN: 8401-016-043 Mayor Cortez opened the public hearing.
City Manager Marcarello indicated this item is a zoning clean up item.
Community Development Director Brian Lee indicated this item would be presented by Planning Technician Joshua Periera.
Planning Technician Periera provided an overview of the recommendation with a PowerPoint presentation.
Discussion ensued regarding the proposed number of units allowed with this update, ADUs and SB9 requirements.
There were no public comments; therefore, Mayor Cortez closed the public hearing.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Allen, seconded by Councilmember Delgado, to introduce, read by title only and waive further reading of Ordinance 22-18 "An ordinance of the City Council of the City of Covina, California, Approving a Zone Change (ZCH)22-005, to Change the Zoning Classification for One Parcel From C-2 (Commercial Zone (Neighborhood Shopping Center) to R-1-7,500 (Single Family Residential), Consistent with the General Plan and Land Use Designation of Low Density Residential, and Making a Determination of Exception Under CEQA, for the Property Located at 1909 East Covina Boulevard—APN: 8401- 016-043".
Motion approved by roll call vote for Public Hearing item PH 1 as follows:
AYES: DELGADO, KING, LINARES,ALLEN, CORTEZ
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NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
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ABSENT: NONE
City Attorney Lee read the title of Ordinance 22-18 into record.
NEW BUSINESS
NB 1. Introduction of Ordinance 22-19 Adopting by Reference and Amending Codes comprising the 2022 California Building Standards Code, including the 2022 Editions of the California Administrative, Building, Fire, Residential, Green Building Standards, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, Existing Building, Historical Building, Referenced Standards Codes, and the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code, and Amending Title 14, Building and Construction, of the Covina Municipal Code
City Manager Marcarello turned over the item to Community Development Director Lee.
Community Development Director Lee indicated Building Official Robert Fisher would be making the presentation.
Building Official Fisher provided a PowerPoint presentation containing an overview of the amendments to the 2022 Codes comprising the 2022 California Building Standards Code, including the 2022 Editions of the California Administrative, Building, Fire, Residential, Green Building Standards, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, Existing Building, Historical Building, Referenced Standards Codes, and the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code, and Amending Title 14, Building and Construction, of the Covina Municipal Code.
Building Official Fisher reported that moving into a new code cycle, starting January 1, there would also be changes to the city's permit land management system and introduced Building Permit Technician Katrina Caro to explain the proposed system enhancements.
City Manager Marcarello stated that this is something that Katrina, Robert and Brian have been working on for six or seven months. What we are hoping to do is update our software system and make it more user friendly.
Building Permit Technician Caro provided a PowerPoint presentation with an overview of the proposed land management software. The new software will replace the current software (Tyler Tech Munis) which no longer provides updates to our current software system.
City Manager Marcarello indicated staff wanted to bring this forward for Council to preview. He added that staff will return in a couple months with a budget item to consider a software program to create a better user experience.
Councilmember King asked what code changes are going to make the biggest impact on our community.
Building Official Fisher responded indicating the greatest cost impact will be for general construction stemming from state requirements.
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Discussion ensued regarding whether counter assistance would still be available, the importance of the human touch, and if paying water bills would be an available function.
There were no public comments.
A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tern Allen, seconded by Councilmember King, to
1. Introduce and waive further reading of Ordinance 22-19 "An ordinance of the City Council of adopting by reference and amending the Codes comprising the California Building Standards Code (California Code of Regulations, Title 24) including the 2022 Editions of the California Administrative, Building, Fire, Residential, Green Building Standards, Plumbing, Mechanical, Electrical, Energy, Existing Building, Historical Building, and Referenced Standards Codes, and the 2021 International Property Maintenance Code, together with certain additions, insertions, deletions and changes thereto"; and
2. Schedule a public hearing for December 6, 2022, to receive public input on the proposed adoption by reference of the aforementioned Codes.
Motion approved by roll call vote to approve staff recommendation for item NB 1 as follows:
AYES: DELGADO, KING,LINARES,ALLEN, CORTEZ
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NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
City Attorney Lee read the title of Ordinance 22-19 into record.
ADJOURNMENT
At 8:44 p.m., the Covina City Council/Successor Agency to the Covina Redevelopment Agency/Covina Public Financing Authority/Covina Housing Authority adjourned to its next regular meeting of the Council/Agency/Authority scheduled for Tuesday, November 15, 2022, at 6:30 p.m.,for closed session and 7:30 p.m.,for open session in the Council Chamber located inside of City Hall, 125 East College Street, Covina, California, 91723.
Respectfully Submitted:
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Evelyn Llach
Interim Chief Deputy City Clerk
Approved this 15th day of November, 2022:
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