CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM
The fiscal year 2005-2006 adopted Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget provides $4.2 million for new projects. The City of West Covina defines a CIP as having (1) a capital asset with a desired minimum dollar amount of $10,000, and (2) an estimated useful life of three years or more.
The adopted CIP is necessary because it is impossible to fund all capital requests immediately. In order to meet the City's needs, it is imperative that the City continues to plan and strategize how it will allocate limited financial resources for capital projects. The CIP should not be confused with the capital improvement budget. The capital improvement budget represents the first year of the CIP and is adopted by the City Council. The capital improvement budget authorizes specific projects and appropriates specific funding for those projects. Projects and financing sources listed in the CIP for years other than year one (commonly called "out years") are not authorized until the annual budget for those years is adopted by the City Council. The "out years" serve only as a guide for future planning and are subject to further review and modification in subsequent years by the City Council.
Each year, the City Council adopts a five-year CIP to provide a standard by which to:
- Prioritize the increased needs of the City;
- Analyze the various funding sources;
- Match, as appropriate, the funds to the various needs;
- Plan to meet the City's capital needs over an extended period of time, as funding becomes available; and
- Help to eliminate deficiencies, yet accommodate changing priorities while progressing toward a goal.
Although staff has made every attempt to adhere to the definition of a CIP, there are some items that stand alone, well below the $10,000 limit. While these items would not be classified by most agencies as "capital projects," they have been included due to their uniqueness. The Government Finance Officers' Association defines a capital asset as "a new or rehabilitated physical asset that is nonrecurring, has a useful life of more than three to five years, and is expensive to purchase." The term "expensive" is relative and may appear arbitrary at first; however, a survey of 14 local cities revealed that the most common dollar figure used to define a capital asset is $10,000.
CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT SELECTION PROCESS
The CIP has been developed with the combined input of the sports league representatives, Community Services Commission, City Council, and City staff. Every year, the City invites the sports leagues to identify needed improvements in the parks. In addition, the Community Services Department staff submits requests that are associated with recreational and social programs that impact the entire City.
The CIP requests identified by the Community Services staff and the sports league representatives are presented to a sub-committee of the Community Services Commission for review. The first step in this process includes site visits by the sub-committee to review and rate each project with an "A" through "F" rating. The sub-committee then submits its rating to the full Commission for approval. All projects, which receive an "A" rating by the Commission, are recommended for approval in the fiscal year 2005-2006 Capital Improvement Budget.
In the past, some "B" and "C" rated projects have been moved forward and budgeted due to the availability of funds. The total recommended fiscal year 2005-2006 funding for Community Service Commission rated projects is $477,500. All other CIP projects listed were developed from requests made by the City Council and City staff.
The total CIP budget for fiscal year 2005-2006 is $3,907,950 with an additional $282,150 to be funded by a Safe Routes to School Grant and $80,000 from a State loan. A list of all the recommended projects is shown on the following pages.
SPECIAL COMMENTS
There are increasingly less restricted funds available for CIP projects. This has created a challenge for staff due to the numerous projects that are in need of funding. The amount of funding available for CIP projects continues to decline AS DOES THE USE OF general Fund Reserves. However, it is important to note that no General Fund Reserves have been allocated for any project. Listed below is the amount of CIP funding per year for the last five years:
* The total does not include grants that are subject to funding approval
CONCLUSION
This CIP is presented herewith to the City Council as a working document. The projects and funding sources can be shifted to better reflect the priorities of the City Council. The City is committed to meeting its capital improvement needs in a fiscally reasonable manner and is aggressively seeking strategic alternatives that will allow the highest level of service to the residents, visitors, and businesses in the City of West Covina. Further, staff continues to search and apply for grants to assist in the funding for Capital projects.
CIP FUNDING SOURCES AND USE RESTRICTIONS
This section describes all elements of each CIP project. The annual operating cost for each project has been listed for fiscal year 2005-2006 projects. The operating cost for projects in the "out years" will be addressed when the projects are recommended for funding.
BUILDING
Project Number: B1
Project Title: Cameron Community Center - Door Alarms
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: Project entails installing alarms on the emergency exit doors at the Cameron Community Center. Participants are to enter and exit the facility through the main entrance for supervisory, safety, and vandalism purposes. Alarming the other doors will aid staff in monitoring participant levels and equipment.
Fund Source: Construction Tax = $8,000
Operating Impact: Staff expects fewer loss of equipment with alarm on the doors. No negative impact is anticipated.
Project Number: B2
Project Title: City Hall - Heating/Air Conditioning - Design
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The City Hall and Police Department's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is near the end of its life; it is requiring increasing maintenance costs and is inefficient. A new system would pay for itself in ten years due to the efficiency and energy savings of newer equipment. A State loan is available in the amount of $700,000.
Fund Source: Construction Tax = $40,000
State Loan = $80,000
Operating Impact: Once installed, significant utility savings.
Project Number: B3
Project Title: Fire Station No. 2- Paint Exterior Wood
Requesting Dept: Fire
Description: The wood trimming on the exterior is deteriorating and both the interior and exterior need to be painted.
Fund Source: Construction Tax = $12,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: B4
Project Title: Police Department/Citrus Court - Repair Tunnel Leak and Add Drains
Requesting Dept: Police Department
Description: In the prisoner transport tunnel that leads from the Police Department to the Citrus Court Building. In the prisoner transport tunnel, a large amount of water continues to leak regularly. This has been a documented problem for decades and is in dire need of attention. The water pooling represents building deterioration. To remedy this, a new gutter system is needed to capture the water and divert it to an existing floor drain. This includes saw-cutting, patching, and new soffets.
Fund Source: Public Safety Augmentation Fund = $15,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: B5
Project Title: Public Works Department, Maintenance Division - Replace Circulation Pump on Municipal Pool (School District Cost $7,500)
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The current pump has been in service for over 10 years. The impeller, motor, and bearings are showing signs of wear from both age and exposure to chlorine. One-half of the cost will be reimbursed by the school district. Total project cost is $15,000.
Fund Source: Park Dedication Fee "C" = $7,500
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: B6
Project Title: Senior Center - Miscellany Repairs and Upgrades
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: Parking lot slurry and stripe - $40,000
Replace roof - $82,000
Replace large window covering on north window to main hall with electronic blinds - $5,000
Repair/replace east sliding door in main building and west sliding door in north wing - $18,000
ADA restroom improvements - $1,000
Fund Source: Community Development Block Grant = $106,000
Proposition "C" = $40,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: B7
Project Title: Senior Center - Replace Flooring
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: Replace flooring to parquet or more durable material. There are areas of the floor which are rising and unlevel with the other areas, some cracks are noted as well. This will update and further improve the look of the center which will improve its rental appeal and level certain areas of the floor eliminating a safety issue.
Fund Source: Community Development Block Grant = $75,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: B8
Project Title: Termite Repair Program Continuation (includes all parks and City buildings.
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: This is an ongoing maintenance program to prevent the infestation of termites.
Fund Source: Construction Tax = $15,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: B9
Project Title: City Hall - Ceiling Tiles Replacement - Second Floor
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The ceiling tiles in City Hall are old, dirty and in many places sagging. This project would provide for the replacement of the ceiling tiles on the second floor of City Hall and will complete the replacement of all ceiling tiles within City Hall.
Project Number: B10
Project Title: City Hall - Heating/Air Conditioning Replacement (Ten-Year Payback From Energy Savings)
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The City Hall and Police Department's heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) system is near the end of its life; it is requiring increasing maintenance costs and is inefficient. A new system would pay for itself in ten years due to the efficiency and energy savings of newer equipment. A State loan is available in the amount of $700,000.
Project Number: B11
Project Title: City Hall - Roof and Skylight Replacement
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The roof of City Hall is nearing the end of its useful life. Leaks have been patched as needed, and the roof is expected to last another year or two.
Project Number: B12
Project Title: Civic Center Parking Structure - Trellis Cover Replacement
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Replace termite damaged boards at top deck and at light poles of parking structure.
Project Number: B13
Project Title: Fire Administration - Update Heating/Air Conditioning
Requesting Dept: Fire
Description: The existing system is inadequate.
Project Number: B14
Project Title: Heritage House/Garden Park - Construct Restroom and Barn/Learning Center
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: The construction of the barn/learning center are components of the Heritage House/Gardens Park restoration and development project. The park development plan includes walkways, a fountain, garden, restroom, landscaping, and parking. This phase of the project will include construction of barn.
Project Number: B15
Project Title: Police Department - Reroof
Requesting Dept: Police Department
Description: Police Department roof leaks. This project will remove exiting roof and install new rock roof.
Project Number: B16
Project Title: Police Department - Vehicle Evidence Enclosure
Requesting Dept: Police Department
Description: Currently the storage of vehicles held as evidence at the Police Department is not secured from the general public, or sheltered from weather. This has proved an on-going problem since the Police Station was built decades ago. Because of the location of this evidence storage area, the recent federally funded securing of Police patrol vehicles in the parking lot could not address this problem.
Most recently, the non-secure condition of this area resulted in the contamination of vehicle evidence by weather, weakening the prosecutor's case through the loss of this evidence.
To remedy this, an evidence storage building is needed. Specifically, a stand-alone structure similar to a 2-car garage with roll-up doors would provide proper coverage for vehicle evidence and will house forensic analysis equipment.
Project Number: B17
Project Title: Senior Center - Miscellany Repairs and Upgrades
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: Repair/replace North Wing baseboards - $4,000
Repair/replace sound proofing panels in North Wing - $20,000
Interior and exterior paint of entire facility - $10,000
Internet upgrade, install Eden - $8,500
Wire PA system to broadcast in both buildings - $4,500
Replace portable stage in main hall - $10,000
Project Number: B18
Project Title: Shadow Oak Community Center - Add Parking Lot Near Building
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: Develop a parking area near the community center building. To increase employee and participant safety by providing a closer place to park, especially during evening hours. It will also provide an easier access to programming held at the center for participants.
Project Number: B19
Project Title: Aquatic Center - Construction
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: This project includes the construction of an aquatic center. It was requested by the community and has been on the CIP since 1997. With a population of over 106,000 residents, the need for an aquatic center remains a priority.
On May 16, 2000, the City Council expressed an interest in the possibility of constructing an aquatic center at Shadow Oak Park, using some of the proceeds from the sale of the City's water system to Suburban Water Systems.
At the June 20, 2000 City Council meeting, the Aquatic Center project was received and filed pending future City Council budget deliberations on the Capital Improvement Program.
The City Council is now considering the construction of an aquatic center at the proposed sports park facility.
Project Number: B20
Project Title: Aquatic Center Design
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: The municipal pool was constructed in 1968. It no longer meets several legal requirements related to the Clean Water Act-NPDES, health codes, AQMD mandates, ADA regulations and building codes. Safety enhancements include an alarm system to prevent unauthorized use, non-slip pool decking, installing a roof over the changing rooms and handrails into the pool.
The pool has a very small shallow water area. The majority of open swim users and swim lesson participants require shallow water. The pool could serve more participants with a larger shallow area and lights repaired in the pool. A new pool could address all these areas and provide an efficient municipal pool.
Project Number: B21
Project Title: City Hall - Enclose Portion of First Floor for Three Meeting Rooms
Requesting Dept: City Manager
Description: Additional office/conference space is needed. This project will enclose approximately 2,000 square feet of the City Hall first floor.
Project Number: B22
Project Title: Heritage House/Gardens Park - Construct Community Garden
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: The restoration and development for a 30' x 100' Community Garden and landscaping is a component of the Heritage House/Gardens Park restoration and development project. The Historical Society is requesting funding for a 30' x 100' community garden and landscaping.
Project Number: B23
Project Title: Senior Center - Expansion
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: With an every-increasing older population taking advantage of programming at the senior center, the request is to build an extension connecting the north wing to the main building. Extension will include a multi-purpose room that can be divided into additional rooms as needed to accommodate programming.
GENERAL
Project Number: G1
Project Title: Integrated Document Management/Legislative History Software, Hardware, Maintenance - Phase 2
Requesting Dept: City Clerk
Description: This is a user friendly, citywide, integrated legislative history computer program utilizing key words or phrases to conduct research into the City Council's actions and documents. All reports and attachments for the Council's agenda packets will be (a) reviewed and approved by department heads and City Manager for inclusion into the agenda and packet; (b) easily accessible on the website, and (c) automatically archived for research, printing, and retention.
The second aspect of this program that has cost-effectiveness, and time-saving bonuses to the City is that documents, minutes, staff reports, etc., scanned into the same program by the City Clerk's Office will be systematically archived for ready access to computer users, also using key words or phrases. The more documents the City Clerk's Office can scan into the system, the more documentation will be available for research (that is now only able to be done by hand).
As time goes by and more employees leave, the more difficult it is to find past actions and documents. This program is long over-due and necessary for posterity and will not require additional City Clerk employees; current staffing is sufficient.
Fund Source: Cable Settlement - $40,000
Operating Impact: Increase personnel and supply costs.
Project Number: G2
Project Title: Communications - Design for City Owned Radio System - Phase 1 of 2
Requesting Dept: Communications
Description: The City's radio system is comprised of approximately 247 vehicular radios, 240 portable radios, 16 base stations, a 3-hop microwave link, and 18 received voting system, and a variety of miscellaneous equipment. Collectively, the system's replacement value is estimated at approximately $1.41 million. Adding to normal obsolescence caused by age and changing operational requirements, the rapid evolution of digital technology, and current FCC regulations will force the replacement of this equipment over the next three to five years. The first step towards replacement is to conduct a Design Work Study to review overall needs, evaluate various alternatives, and design a replacement system that best satisfies the needs of the City. Alternative approaches may include leasing service from Los Angeles County Sheriff or other region-wide UHF systems.
Fund Source: Public Safety Augmentation Fund - $50,000
Operating Impact: Need design to be completed to determine.
Project Number: G3
Project Title: Wireless Network Expansion
Requesting Dept: Communications
Description: Develop a wireless point to multi-point data network to facilities away from City Hall, such as all Community Centers, pool complex, hockey rink, skateboard area, Palmview Park and Shadow Oak Park. This would allow for connecting to the City information network, for Community Services to schedule classes, and provide community information over this network. It could also provide for installing security cameras for monitoring and allow for Voice Over Internet Protocol (IP) eliminating Verizon telephone lines for telephone service.
Fund Source: Cable Settlement - $15,000
Operating Impact: More efficient, sharing of information, better productivity.
Project Number: G4
Project Title: Fire Department - Thermal Imaging Rescue Device
Requesting Dept: Fire
Description: This piece of equipment will be used by the Department Rapid Intervention Team to locate fallen firefighters and fire victims during fire ground operations. When victims are involved, successful search and rescue operations are crucial to their survival. The requested thermal imaging device can locate hidden fire and find people in zero visibility conditions; it also limits the time a firefighter is exposed to dangerous, life-threatening situations.
Fund Source: Cable Settlement - $17,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: G5
Project Title: Planning - General Plan Rewrite
Requesting Dept: Planning
Description: The overall cost of undertaking a comprehensive update to the General Plan has been previously estimated at approximately $600,000. Approximately $50,000 is already set-aside in a special General Plan update fund from planning fees. It is proposed to allocate an additional $50,000 in this year's CIP budget in order to commence the General Plan update, providing a total budget for next year of $100,000. It is anticipated that completion of the project will necessitate additional time and funding beyond this year. Upon approval of funding, the Planning Department will examine options and recommend a course of action for undertaking the General Plan update. To be cost effective, this may entail hiring a senior level contract (limited duration) staff person instead of hiring a consulting firm to perform the work (other than technical studies such as traffic). This may entail limiting the General Plan update to only the Land and Circulation Elements (the most important elements that must be done concurrently because of their inter-relatedness).
Fund Source: Proposition "C" = $200,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: G6
Project Title: Public Works Department - GIS Digital Map Products
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: A GIS is a computer system capable of assembling, storing, manipulating, and displaying geographically referenced information on a map. It can be used for scientific investigations, resource management, and development planning. For example, a GIS might allow an emergency planner to easily calculate emergency response times in the event of a natural disaster, or it can be used to find building permits of a particular property. Digitalmap Products (DMP) makes this information available to all departments via the internet.
Currently, the City and DMP are on the second years of a three-year contract funded in the Information Systems Department. The City will continue to receive the existing services, that includes County parcel data and property ownership data, and a new service that will provide locations of environmental hazards.
As an additional service, this project includes DMP providing the City with updated color aerial mapping of the City at 3" resolution, which two is two times better than our current aerials. The current aerial mapping was prepared in fiscal year 2000-2001.
Fund Source: Community Development Block Grant - $5,000
Construction Tax - $5,000
Proposition "C" - $10,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: G7
Project Title: Public Works Department, Building/Engineering Division - Permits Plus Upgrade and Handheld Computer Software
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The current database used to run the Permits Plus is not compatible to the upgrades. The system shuts down nearly every day. When it crashes there is no contract services to correct it nor can our Information Systems Department correct the problem. This system is used to store and process data used by multiple departments. It tracks all permits issued and inspections performed, and tracking and sorting data on service calls for Community Enhancement and Public Safety. Information is easily obtained and reports provided on any residential property within the City. Each time the system shuts down, staff spends three and four times the amount of time processing fees and issuing receipts, and accessing pertinent property information.
Fund Source: Community Development Block Grant - $15,000
Construction Tax - $35,000
Operating Impact: $4,500 annual maintenance costs which will be recovered in the cost of fees.
Project Number: G8
Project Title: Public Works Department, Maintenance Division - Work Management System Upgrade
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The WMS is a computer database program that tracks and sorts large amounts of data. It is a vital tool used by the Maintenance Division to track customer service requests, measures employee productivity and job costs, and produces detailed budget reports and specific work performed for special projects, such as storm-related damage and claims against the City. Service on the current system is no longer available.
Fund Source: Proposition "C" - $25,000
Sewer Fund - $25,000
Operating Impact: $4,000 annual software support
Project Number: G9
Project Title: Communications - Replace City Owned Radio System
Requesting Dept: Communications
Description: This phase of the replacement of the City's radio system would entail the purchase and replacement of 102 UHF portables, 30 VHF portables, and 95 UHF mobile radios for Police, 57 VHF portables and 31 VHF mobiles for Fire, 37 UHF portables for Public Works, 57 UHF portables for miscellaneous departments in City Hall, and all dispatch consoles, receivers potentially the base stations and repeaters.
Project Number: G10
Project Title: Community Services Department - Technology Upgrades
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: This request provides needed communication upgrades for the Community Services Department. It includes the replacement of two copiers, a new data server at City Hall, and the cost of cable connection of Shadow Oak and Palmview Centers to City Hall. These off-site recreation facilities currently are not connected to the internet or the City's network. There is also a need to upgrade computers and copiers. This burdens the system of communications and creates for less efficient workplaces. Customer service would be enhanced considerably. Requires an evaluation of "connection" needs for each site.
Project Number: G11
Project Title: Police Department - Computers
Requesting Dept: Police
Description: Purchased over five years ago, the Police Department computers are beyond warranty. They will need replacing in FY 2006-07 to meet the many computing demands (e.g. CAD/RMS, crime analysis, internet communications, etc.)
Project Number: G12
Project Title: Police Department - Mobile Data Computers in Police Vehicles
Requesting Dept: Police
Description: Mobile Data Computers in Police vehicles serve as the Police Officers' data link to dispatch and the Police Station. They also provide direct access to external law enforcement databases and are tied into the Automatic Vehicle Locator (AVL) system for real-time management of field units. This lifespan of the intricate and specialized technology is finite, and additionally, the extreme operating conditions associated with Police service (i.e. 24-hour use, exposure, etc.), require that this technology be upgraded regularly. The current MDC's warranty will expire by 2006 and the exact model is no longer in production.
Project Number: G13
Project Title: Police Department - Vehicle Mounted Patrol Cameras
Requesting Dept: Police
Description: As commonly used by law enforcement agencies, equipping Police patrol vehicles with video cameras would reduce City liability by capturing a "true" visual recording of Police incidents. Digital technology allows for automatic data transfer (from vehicles to central digital depot) and efficient data storage.
Project Number: G14
Project Title: Public Works Department/Information System - Replace Halon System
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The computer room located inside Information Services Department is a critical facility in which a fire could cause a major disruption of City business. The present Halon Fire Suppression System, which is over 15 years old, has a history of accidental activation and no longer meets NFPA Standards.
Project Number: G15
Project Title: Public Works Department - Fleet Management Software Upgrade
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Upgrade the current Equipment Maintenance Software Program from an HP 3000 mainframe system to a PC Network version.
The Equipment Maintenance Section uses a software program to track maintenance costs and repairs of City equipment. This software program is currently "loaded" on the Police Department's HP3000 mainframe computer that has been declared obsolete by its manufacturer, Hewlett Packard. The manufacturer has announced that they will not be providing product support for the HP3000 in the near future and the HP3000 may suffer long delays on repairs because of the lack of parts and support.
The software provider that currently services and licenses the City's program "Task Force" has made indications they are also looking at declaring the mainframe software as obsolete and the PC Network version as the replacement for it. The Information Service Department will be overseeing the operations of the PC Network version software when the system is updated.
Project Number: G16
Project Title: Community Services - Portable Stage Replacement
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: The portable stage unit is utilized for various special events throughout the City and for the benefit of various non-profit groups. It is highly convenient and visible, but with its use increasing each year, and wear and tear evident, replacement of the unit is needed. The need for an area to allow for performances is evident at special events as thousands of residents come to enjoy time with their families. Purchasing a new showmobile will facilitate a need for a performing arts stage. It is also a possible revenue source for the maintenance of the unit and other recreation programming.
Project Number: G17
Project Title: Public Works - Imaging and Conversion of Microfilm Plans and Permits to Electronic Data
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: This project would convert the City's building plans from microfilm to electronic data. Electronic plans would be linked to the upcoming Sierra Plus System. This will reduce staff time in researching records, since access would be instantaneous. It will also eliminate lost or destroyed records. This will set the stage for the electronic access to certain public records by developers, agents, owners, and builders through the internet or e-mail. This will save time and money for developers, agents, and builders.
These add-on modules provide added features to the Permit Plus computer permit and tracking system. The imaging modules allow other electronic and paper documents to be attached to permit activities. This will allow documents such as soils reports, grading reports, engineering calculations, and staff reports to be archived with the permits and provide instant access to documents through cross-references such as address, owner's name, contractor, parcel number etc. This will reduce the cost of microfilming, as many of these documents are currently microfilmed. This will also set the stage for the eventual electronic access to certain public records by developers, agents, owners, and builders through the internet.
Project Number: G18
Project Title: Police Department - Bulletproof Vests
Requesting Dept: Police
Description: Bulletproof vests worn by sworn Police Officers to protect their lives have a useful (warranty) life of five years. They will need replacement in FY 2009. The BJA Bulletproof Vest Partnership grant currently in existence provides only up to 50% of the purchase price of vests and requires that the remainder come from a local non-federal cash source. The future existence of this BJA grant is under question, and furthermore, the State Supplemental Law Enforcement Services grant previously used to meet the required cash match was terminated by the State in 2003. Another local funding source should be earmarked for this future replacement, which will ensure the daily safety of sworn Police officers in the field.
PARKS
Project Number: P1
Project Title: ADA Compliance - Park Barrier Removals
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: As park use expands and changes, facilities and appurtenance must be added or improvements made to accommodate ADA requirements.
Fund Source: Community Development Block Grant = $25,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: P2
Project Title: Miscellaneous Park Improvements
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: City owned park improvements are in need of constant miscellaneous repairs and improvements to keep them functional and operational.
Fund Source: Park = $20,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: P3
Project Title: Irrigation Improvements in Maintenance Districts 1, 2, 4, 6, 7
Requesting Dept: PublicWorks
Description: Install centralized irrigation and related appurtences in Maintenance Districts. Based on project test areas, staff anticipates an overall reduction of 30% on water consumption. This system will also reduce staff time to adjust watering time on meters.
Project Number: P4
Project Title: Community Skateboard Park
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: During the 2000 CIP Budget discussions, the City Council requested a project to construct a skateboard park on the southeast corner of the intersection of Azusa Avenue and Amar Road. Since that time, a skateboard park has been constructed at Orangewood Park. This project is to construct another skateboard park on the south side of the City.
Project Number: P5
Project Title: Cortez Park - Improvements Per Master Plan
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: This project will update the existing Master Plan to include the development of a newly dedicated addition to Cortez Park.
Project Number: P6
Project Title: Del Norte Park - Install New Shelters
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Replace termite damaged 14" diameter lodge poles at patio covers (6).
Fund Source: Community Development Block Grant = $50,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: P7
Project Title: Galster Park - Environmental Impact Report (EIR) and Design to Connect Trails
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: Open space to the east of Galster Park is to be annexed into the park. The City has been granted funding for the development of trails through the park. This project is for the EIR and design to connect trails through park.
Project Number: P8
Project Title: Galster Park - Construction of Connecting Trails
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: Open space to the east of Galster Park is to be annexed into the park. The City has been granted funding for the development of trails through the park. This project will be to construct the trails through Galster Park.
Project Number: P9
Project Title: Orangewood Park - Soccer Field - Conceptual Plan, Design
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: In 2003 the City Council created a Soccer Field Sub-Committee to address the need for additional soccer fields. Based on their findings, the Council authorized staff to initiate an amendment to the Orangewood Park Master Plan to add soccer fields. This project is to develop a conceptual plan, design drawings and park specifications for these soccer fields at Orangewood Park.
Fund Source: Park Dedication Fee "C" = $60,000
Operating Impact: Will be included in construction phase.
Project Number: P10
Project Title: Orangewood Park - Soccer Field - Construction
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: In 2003 the City Council created a Soccer Field Sub-Committee to address the need for additional soccer fields. Based on their findings, the Council authorized staff to initiate an amendment to the Orangewood Park Master Plan to add soccer fields. This project is to construct soccer fields per design specifications and park master plan amendment.
Project Number: P11
Project Title: Ridge Rider/Maverick Park - Install Foul Ball and Outfield Netting
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: Install foul netting to eliminate damage/injury to vehicles and pedestrians $80,000; install outfield netting to eliminate balls going onto residential properties $40,000.
Fund Source: Park Dedication Fee "E" = $120,000
Operating Impact: None
STREETS
Project Number: S1
Project Title: Amar Road West of Azusa Avenue and Azusa Avenue South of Amar Road - Medians/Landscaping, Entry Signs, Paving
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Replace existing asphalt medians with landscaping and entry monuments. This is a Cooperative Agreement with the County. This project is being resubmitted because original funding was cancelled.
Funding Source: Proposition "C" = $600,000
Operating Impact: Increased costs of maintenance and utilities
Project Number: S2
Project Title: City Entrance Signs in Medians on Arterial Streets
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Provide City's entrance signs at major entrances. Implementation of City Council request.
Funding Source: Redevelopment Citywide = $200,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: S3
Project Title: Concrete Bus Pads Program
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Buses stopping and starting at bus stops cause asphalt pavement to deteriorate faster than the surrounding street surfaces. The City is installing concrete pads at all bus stops in the City to prevent this deterioration.
Funding Source: Proposition "C" = 100,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: S4
Project Title: Curb and Gutter Replacement Program
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Roots from street trees are continually displacing curbs and gutters. This displacement impedes drainage which can lead to further damage to the street structural section.
Fund Source: Cable Settlement = $5,000
Community Development Block Grant = $10,000
Proposition "C" = $50,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: S5
Project Title: Garvey Avenue North Between Fairway Lane and Hillhaven Drive - Install Sidewalks
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Replace existing dirt parkway with sidewalk approximately 1800 feet long; width varies however in mostly 8'.
Fund Source: Community Development Block Grant = $110,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: S6
Project Title: Pavement Management Data Collection Software
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The gathering of pavement conditions of all City streets is an essential part of the Pavement Management System and is recommended by Caltrans to be conducted every two years. It takes staff one year to gather this information because it is accomplished by manual inspection of each street and taking sample areas of each street to determine the Pavement Condition Index. In this method the data that is gathered will vary due to individual staff member's perception of determining pavement conditions.
The proposed method will employ data collection vehicles outfilled with advanced technology to cost effectively collect the large volumes of data required for a comprehensive pavement management system. This method would gather all the pavement condition data and process into the City's current Pavement Management System software within two months. In addition, the gathered data would be consistent and could be integrated with the GIS system.
Fund Source: Proposition "C" = $60,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: S7
Project Title: Sidewalk Installation (Locations to be Determined)
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Replace existing dirt parkway with sidewalk approximately 1800 feet long; width varies however in mostly 8'.
Fund Source: Transportation Development Act = $60,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: S8
Project Title: Street Barrier Removals, ADA Upgrades
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Federal ADA requires the construction of wheelchair ramps in conjunction with major street construction or rehabilitation. This project includes requests from resident for wheelchair ramps.
Fund Source: Community Development Block Grant = $50,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: S9
Project Title: Street Rehabilitation - Annual Program Residential Streets
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Preventing the overall condition of the City streets from worsening requires a combination of resurfacing and slurry seal of at least $1,600,000 per year based upon 2001 costs.
Fund Source: Community Development Block Grant = $125,000
State = $465,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: S10
Project Title: Street Rehabilitation - Bus Route and Major Streets (2005-2006 Includes City Portion of La Puente Road)
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The project was approved in Fiscal Year 2003-2004 (SP-04109). The scope of the work will include the asphalt rubberized hot mix overlay extended to add more locations citywide. Fiscal Year 2005-2006 will include the City's portion of La Puente Road.
Fund Source: Proposition "C" = $600,000
T-3 Federal Transportation Funds = $29,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: S11
Project Title: Urban Forestation Program
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Urban Forestation Program to fund Citywide tree planting.
Fund Source: Community Development Block Grant = $10,000
Tree = $2,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: S12
Project Title: Alwood Street West of Willow Avenue - Feasibility Study for Street Widening, Curb/Gutter, Sidewalks
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Preliminary survey of residents for dedication of rights-of-way; utility identification.
Project Number: S13
Project Title: Bridge Repairs - Various Locations City Wide
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Based on the County of Los Angeles inspection of the City owned bridges, remedial and other major work is required to improve the condition of bridges.
Project Number: S14
Project Title: Hardscape Parkways Around Schools/Parks/Tree Wells/Arterials
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Provide color-stamped concrete in parkway areas and all appurtenant work. Dirt on street parkways is unsightly and hazardous for pedestrians. Many schools in West Covina leave the street parkway (areas between curb and sidewalk) as dirt, and that dirt is often depressed. Although these conditions should be corrected by the schools, they are unsightly and, in many cases, hazardous for pedestrians. Since the parkways are within City streets, the City should correct these conditions.
Project Number: S15
Project Title: Hillward and Norma Avenues - Storm Drain Construction
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The City's 1986 Master Drainage Study identified the deficiency of storm drain construction on Hillward Street, north and south of Walnut Creek. The recommendation was to construct a 30" and 36" RCP storm drain including appurtenant work.
Project Number: S16
Project Title: Nogales Street and Valley Boulevard Median Landscaping Within City Limits
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: There are several major arterial streets in the City with or without raised medians that are not landscaped, as is the City's standard practice. The landscaping will improve the aesthetics and give an improved image of the City.
Project Number: S17
Project Title: Alwood Street West of Willow Avenue - Surveying and Design Work
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Surveying and design work for street improvements.
Project Number: S18
Project Title: Alwood Street West of Willow Avenue - Street Widening and Installation of Curb, Gutter and Sidewalks
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Street widening and installation of curb, gutter and sidewalk..
Project Number: S19
Project Title: Azusa Avenue Storm Drain (Rowland Avenue to Badillo Street) including Laterals in Workman Avenue, Rowland Avenue, and Puente Avenue - Los Angeles County, State
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The Master Drainage Study has identified 33 storm drain systems that should be constructed in the City to eliminate flooding. However, since the flooding does not cause property damage and is not life threatening, the City has relied upon Los Angeles County (Flood Control) to construct the drains based on their overall County priority. Although the County has constructed several large drains serving West Covina, the remaining drains needed in the City rank relatively low on the County's priority. The City needs to consider a program to gradually construct storm drains.
Project Number: S20
Project Title: California Avenue Drain (Vine Avenue to Cameron Avenue) and Vine Avenue (California Avenue to Evanwood Street) - Los Angeles County Storm Drains
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The Master Drainage Study has identified 33 storm drain systems that should be constructed in the City to eliminate flooding. However, since the flooding does not cause property damage and is not life threatening, the City has relied upon Los Angeles County (Flood Control) to construct the drains based on their overall County priority. Although the County has constructed several large drains serving West Covina, the remaining drains needed in the City rank relatively low on the County's priority. The City needs to consider a program to gradually construct storm drains.
Project Number: S21
Project Title: Garvey, Workman, Rowland and Puente Avenues Storm Drain Laterals off Vincent Avenue Storm Drain
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The Master Drainage Study has identified 33 storm drain systems that should be constructed in the City to eliminate flooding. However, since the flooding does not cause property damage and is not life threatening, the City has relied upon Los Angeles County (Flood Control) to construct the drains based on their overall County priority. Although the County has constructed several large drains serving West Covina, the remaining drains needed in the City rank relatively low on the County's priority. The City needs to consider a program to gradually construct storm drains.
Project Number: S22
Project Title: Garvey Avenue South - Auto Row Landscape
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Landscape Garvey Avenue right-of-way and add an irrigation system to create an attractive environment for businesses and drivers.
Project Number: S23
Project Title: Grand Avenue Median Landscaping from Virginia Avenue to North City Limit
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Several major arterial streets in the City with or without raised medians are not landscaped, as is the City's standard practice. The landscaping will improve the aesthetics and give an improved image of the City.
Project Number: S24
Project Title: Street Rehabilitation Backlog
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Due to deferred maintenance over many years, necessitated by insufficient funding, the condition of the streets in West Covina have deteriorated to the point that it would take $5,000,000 to bring the overall condition back to a preferred level of PCI 85 (100 being perfect condition). This is the most cities strive for, but only a few are able to attain it.
Project Number: S25
Project Title: Sunset Avenue Median Landscaping from Merced Avenue to Fairgrove Avenue
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Several major arterial streets in the City with or without raised medians are not landscaped, as is the City's standard practice. The landscaping will improve the aesthetics and give an improved image of the City.
Project Number: S26
Project Title: Sunset Avenue Median Landscaping from Puente Avenue to Badillo Street
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Several major arterial streets in the City with or without raised medians are not landscaped, as is the City's standard practice. The landscaping will improve the aesthetics and give an improved image of the City.
Project Number: S27
Project Title: Sunset Avenue West Side Re-landscaping of Slope North of I-10 Freeway
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Several major arterial streets in the City with or without raised medians are not landscaped, as is the City's standard practice. The landscaping will improve the aesthetics and give an improved image of the City.
Project Number: S28
Project Title: Vine Avenue Storm Drain from Pima Avenue to Glenview Road - Los Angeles County
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The Master Drainage Study has identified 33 storm drain systems that should be constructed in the City to eliminate flooding. However, since the flooding does not cause property damage and is not life threatening, the City has relied upon Los Angeles County (Flood Control) to construct the drains based on their overall County priority. Although the County has constructed several large drains serving West Covina, the remaining drains needed in the City rank relatively low on the County's priority. The City needs to consider a program to gradually construct storm drains.
Project Number: S29
Project Title: Workman Avenue, Rowland Avenue, and Puente Avenue Storm Drain Laterals off Sunset Avenue - Los Angeles County
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The Master Drainage Study has identified 33 storm drain systems that should be constructed in the City to eliminate flooding. However, since the flooding does not cause property damage and is not life threatening, the City has relied upon Los Angeles County (Flood Control) to construct the drains based on their overall County priority. Although the County has constructed several large drains serving West Covina, the remaining drains needed in the City rank relatively low on the County's priority. The City needs to consider a program to gradually construct storm drains.
TRAFFIC
Project Number: T1
Project Title: School Crosswalks - Installation of In-Pavement Markers (Grant-$282,150) Safe Routes to School
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: This project was selected to be eligible for Safe Routes to School Program funding. The program funds 90% ($282,150) of the total design and construction costs for the project and the City would fund the remaining 10% ($31,350).
The project consists of the installation of in-pavement flashing lighted crosswalk markers and curb ramps at Willowood Elementary School, Merced Elementary School, Vine Elementary School, Mesa Elementary School, Cameron Elementary School, Edgewood Middle School, and Traweek Middle School.
Fund Source: Grant = $282,150
Community Development Block Grant = $15,000
Cable Settlement = $16,350
Operating Impact: Minor energy and maintenance costs.
Project Number: T2
Project Title: Traffic Signal LED Conversion of City and County Shared Signals
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The City of West Covina shares 11 traffic signals with Los Angeles County and they are seeking our concurrence for the conversion by the end of June 2005. The County determined that the estimated cost to convert is $5,600 per intersection. The total cost to the City is estimated at $26,600, which will be recouped in less than three years as a result of the energy and maintenance savings.
Fund Source: Proposition "C" = $23,800
Traffic Safety = $2,800
Operating Impact: Cost of conversion will be recouped in less than three years as a result of the energy and maintenance savings.
Project Number: T3
Project Title: Traffic Signal Modifications - Vincent Avenue at Rowland Avenue, Vincent Avenue at Badillo Street, Lark Ellen Avenue at Badillo Street
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous traffic signals in the City have enough left-turn volumes to warrant separate left-turn phase(s). The left-turn phase provides a positive control of left turns, thereby increasing traffic safety. In some instances, traffic flow can be improved, resulting in timesaving for motorists. It is preferable to install left-turn phases as a safety measure, before accident volumes mandate them.
Fund Source: Community Development Block Grant = $160,000
Operating Impact: Minor energy and maintenance costs.
Project Number: T4
Project Title: Traffic Signals Minor Modifications
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: To maintain currency between the City's traffic signals and the master computer, it is necessary to upgrade local controllers. Also, this program is used for receiving, backplate painting, and upsizing signal indications as problems are identified.
Fund Source: Construction Tax = $7,000
Traffic Safety = $18,000
Operating Impact: None
Project Number: T5
Project Title: Battery Replacement for Traffic Signal Battery Back-Up System
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Battery pack-up systems were installed on City traffic signal systems in the event of an electrical power black-out. This system enables the traffic signals to operate fully for 2 to 3 hours and in flashing mode for an additional 4 hours. The batteries in the back-up system are warranted to operate for two years and will need replacement this year.
Project Number: T6
Project Title: Merced Avenue and Walnut Avenue Traffic Signal Installation
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous locations warrant traffic signals, but due to funding constraints, have stop signs instead. Stop signs hinder the flow of traffic while providing right-of-way controls. As the volume of traffic increases, the stop sign alternative becomes untenable and traffic signals are mandatory. To save vehicle operation time and costs, it is preferable to install traffic signals before traffic volumes are too high.
Project Number: T7
Project Title: Public Safety Intersection Intervention System
Requesting Dept: Fire
Description: The installation of this system will be spread over five years. The system detects emergency response vehicles and operates the intersection controls in favor of a responding emergency vehicle. As the emergency vehicle passes, the traffic computer readjusts the traffic flow to normal. In actual installations, these systems have proven that they can reduce emergency response time by at least 18 percent. Intersection intervention systems have also proven themselves to greatly increase the safety of emergency personnel, as well as the safety of the general public. This system will greatly improve emergency response times for fire, police and ambulance vehicles, as well as improving safety throughout the community. This project will reduce emergency response times and increase safety for both employees and the general public. Reducing travel time is a very cost-effective means to reduce overall emergency response times for fire and police personnel.
Project Number: T8
Project Title: Sunset and Rowland Avenues - Traffic Signal Installation
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous locations warrant traffic signals, but due to funding constraints, have stop signs instead. Stop signs hinder the flow of traffic while providing right-of-way controls. As the volume to traffic increases, the stop sign alternative becomes untenable and traffic signals are mandatory. To save vehicle operation time and costs, it is preferable to install traffic signals before traffic volumes are too high.
Project Number: T9
Project Title: Traffic Safety Improvements
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Install speed humps, purchase and install solar powered flashing school beacons, fund cost for traffic studies and installation of traffic control devices as needed to improve traffic safety.
Project Number: T10
Project Title: Traffic Signal Modifications - Lark Ellen Avenue at Badillo Street
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous traffic signals in the City have enough left-turn volumes to warrant separate left-turn phase(s). The left-turn phase provides a positive control of left turns, thereby increasing traffic safety. In some instances, traffic flow can be improved, resulting in timesaving for motorists. It is preferable to install left-turn phases as a safety measure, before accident volumes mandate them.
Project Number: T11
Project Title: Valley Boulevard at Clubhouse Drive- Acceleration Lane
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Installation of an acceleration land on Valley Blvd. For vehicles entering from the mobile home park, Friendly Village, on the north side. The acceleration lane gives drivers the opportunity to enter the traffic flow along Valley Blvd. from the intersecting driveway at a safer speed.
Project Number: T12
Project Title: Interconnection for Single Unconnected Traffic Signals
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The City has a master computer that controls most of the traffic signals in the City during peak traffic periods. To provide for optional traffic flows in the City, almost all of the existing and new traffic signals should be interconnected to the master computer. The result will be timesaving for motorists and less congestion on City streets.
Project Number: T13
Project Title: Orange Avenue and Puente Avenue Traffic Signal Installation
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous locations warrant traffic signals, but due to funding constraints, have stop signs instead. Stop signs hinder the flow of traffic while providing right-of-way controls. As the volume of traffic increases, the stop sign alternative becomes untenable and traffic signals are mandatory. To save vehicle operation time and costs, it is preferable to install traffic signals before traffic volumes are too high.
Project Number: T14
Project Title: Traffic Signal Upgrades Various Locations
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: There are a number of traffic signals in the City that have enough left-turn volume to warrant protected left-turn phasing. The left-turn phasing provides for a positive control of left-turns, thereby increasing traffic safety. In some instances, traffic flow can be improved, resulting in timesaving for motorists. It is preferable to install left-turn phases before they are mandated by number of accidents. Therefore, it is proposed to add protected left-turn phasing to the traffic signals at the intersections of Sunset Avenue at Merced Avenue, Puente Avenue, West Covina Parkway, Francisquito Avenue; Cameron Avenue at Azusa Avenue, Pacific Avenue, Lark Ellen Avenue; and Glendora Avenue and Merced Avenue.
Project Number: T15
Project Title: Interconnection of New Single Traffic Signal Locations
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The City has a master computer that controls most of the traffic signals in the City during peak traffic periods. To provide for optional traffic flows in the City, almost all of the existing and new traffic signals should be interconnected to the master computer. The result will be timesaving for motorists and less congestion on City streets.
Project Number: T16
Project Title: Cameron and Toluca Avenues Traffic Signal Installation
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous locations warrant traffic signals, but due to funding constraints, have stop signs instead. Stop signs hinder the flow of traffic while providing right-of-way controls. As the volume of traffic increases, the stop sign alternative becomes untenable and traffic signals are mandatory. To save vehicle operation time and costs, it is preferable to install traffic signals before traffic volumes are too high.
Project Number: T17
Project Title: Citrus Street and Cameron Avenue Traffic Signal Installation
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous locations warrant traffic signals, but due to funding constraints, have stop signs instead. Stop signs hinder the flow of traffic while providing right-of-way controls. As the volume of traffic increases, the stop sign alternative becomes untenable and traffic signals are mandatory. To save vehicle operation time and costs, it is preferable to install traffic signals before traffic volumes are too high.
Project Number: T18
Project Title: Citrus Street and Vine Avenue Traffic Signal Installation
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous locations warrant traffic signals, but due to funding constraints, have stop signs instead. Stop signs hinder the flow of traffic while providing right-of-way controls. As the volume of traffic increases, the stop sign alternative becomes untenable and traffic signals are mandatory. To save vehicle operation time and costs, it is preferable to install traffic signals before traffic volumes are too high.
Project Number: T19
Project Title: Cameron Avenue and Barranca Street Traffic Signal Installation
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous locations warrant traffic signals, but due to funding constraints, have stop signs instead. Stop signs hinder the flow of traffic while providing right-of-way controls. As the volume of traffic increases, the stop sign alternative becomes untenable and traffic signals are mandatory. To save vehicle operation time and costs, it is preferable to install traffic signals before traffic volumes are too high.
Project Number: T20
Project Title: Citrus Street and Cortez Avenue Traffic Signal Installation
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous locations warrant traffic signals, but due to funding constraints, have stop signs instead. Stop signs hinder the flow of traffic while providing right-of-way controls. As the volume of traffic increases, the stop sign alternative becomes untenable and traffic signals are mandatory. To save vehicle operation time and costs, it is preferable to install traffic signals before traffic volumes are too high.
Project Number: T21
Project Title: Glendora Avenue and Walnut Creek Parkway Traffic Signal Installation
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous locations warrant traffic signals, but due to funding constraints, have stop signs instead. Stop signs hinder the flow of traffic while providing right-of-way controls. As the volume of traffic increases, the stop sign alternative becomes untenable and traffic signals are mandatory. To save vehicle operation time and costs, it is preferable to install traffic signals before traffic volumes are too high.
Project Number: T22
Project Title: Lark Ellen Avenue and Fairgrove Avenue Traffic Signal Installation
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous locations warrant traffic signals, but due to funding constraints, have stop signs instead. Stop signs hinder the flow of traffic while providing right-of-way controls. As the volume of traffic increases, the stop sign alternative becomes untenable and traffic signals are mandatory. To save vehicle operation time and costs, it is preferable to install traffic signals before traffic volumes are too high.
Project Number: T23
Project Title: Citrus Street South Traffic Signals Interconnection
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: The City has a master computer that controls most of the traffic signals in the City during peak traffic periods. To provide for optional traffic flows in the City, almost all of the existing and new traffic signals should be interconnected to the master computer. The result will be timesaving for motorists and less congestion on City streets.
Project Number: T24
Project Title: Hollenbeck Street and Cortez Avenue Traffic Signal Installation
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous locations warrant traffic signals, but due to funding constraints, have stop signs instead. Stop signs hinder the flow of traffic while providing right-of-way controls. As the volume of traffic increases, the stop sign alternative becomes untenable and traffic signals are mandatory. To save vehicle operation time and costs, it is preferable to install traffic signals before traffic volumes are too high.
Project Number: T25
Project Title: Lark Ellen Avenue and Vine Avenue Traffic Signal Installation
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous locations warrant traffic signals, but due to funding constraints, have stop signs instead. Stop signs hinder the flow of traffic while providing right-of-way controls. As the volume of traffic increases, the stop sign alternative becomes untenable and traffic signals are mandatory. To save vehicle operation time and costs, it is preferable to install traffic signals before traffic volumes are too high.
Project Number: T26
Project Title: Merced Avenue and Lark Ellen Avenue Traffic Signal Installation
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous locations warrant traffic signals, but due to funding constraints, have stop signs instead. Stop signs hinder the flow of traffic while providing right-of-way controls. As the volume of traffic increases, the stop sign alternative becomes untenable and traffic signals are mandatory. To save vehicle operation time and costs, it is preferable to install traffic signals before traffic volumes are too high.
Project Number: T27
Project Title: Nogales Street and Gina Lane Traffic Signal Installation
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Numerous locations warrant traffic signals, but due to funding constraints, have stop signs instead. Stop signs hinder the flow of traffic while providing right-of-way controls. As the volume of traffic increases, the stop sign alternative becomes untenable and traffic signals are mandatory. To save vehicle operation time and costs, it is preferable to install traffic signals before traffic volumes are too high.
UTILITIES
Project Number: U1
Project Title: Remaining Main Line Sewer Extensions
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Six small areas of the City are not served by the City's sewer system. This program would extend the mainline sewer to serve these areas. The residents would then have the same benefit as other City residents and businesses. These residents now use septic tanks and cesspools.
VEHICLES
Project Number: V1
Project Title: WCSG Vehicle
Requesting Dept: Police
Description: Submitted as a budget request in FY 2004-2005, the West Covina Service Group (WCSG) is in need of a suitable vehicle to transport equipment and personnel locally and to client agencies. The lack of a suitable vehicle negatively impacts the implementation of the City Council approved WCSG business plan. Purchasing a vehicle using WCSG revenue will remedy this with no cots to the City General Fund.
Fund Source: West Covina Service Group = $35,000
Operating Impact: Ongoing fuel and maintenance costs paid for by West Covina Service Group revenue.
Project Number: V2
Project Title: Public Works Dept., Maintenance Division - _ Ton Alternative Fuel Pickup Truck
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Unit 265 is a 1985 _ ton pickup truck with over 162k miles. The asphalt patching crew for street repairs is currently using it. This unit was used in the past by the Police Department until it was no longer of use to that department. It was repainted and made ready to use by the Maintenance Division over eight years ago and now is in need of replacement. This unit will need major refurbishment that will exceed its salvage value.
Fund Source: Air Quality Management District Funds = $25,000
Operating Impact: Ongoing fuel and maintenance costs.
Project Number: V3
Project Title: Public Works Dept., Maintenance Division - _ Ton Alternative Fuel Pickup Truck
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Unit 283 is a 1982 _ ton pickup truck that has been in service for over 22 years and has over 111k miles and is in need of replacement. It is currently being used for warehouse deliveries. This unit is in need of major refurbishment that will exceed its salvage value.
Fund Source: Air Quality Management District Funds = $25,000
Operating Impact: Ongoing fuel and maintenance costs.
Project Number: V4
Project Title: Public Works Dept., Maintenance Division - _ Ton Long Bed Pickup Truck
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Unit 106 is a 1991 _ ton pickup truck with over 141k miles and is in need of being replaced. This unit is in need of major refurbishment that will exceed the vehicles salvage value. The Street Maintenance crews are currently using unit.
Project Number: V5
Project Title: Public Works Dept., Maintenance Division - One-Ton Truck With Flatbed Dump Body
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Unit 228 is a 1985 one-ton flat bed truck with a lift gate that has been in service for over 19 years and has over 57k miles and is in need of replacement. It is currently being used for park maintenance. This unit is in need of major refurbishment that will exceed its salvage value. The current setup as a flatbed with a lift gate is no longer useful to the City and a flatbed dump would better meet the Maintenance Division's needs.
Project Number: V6
Project Title: Public Works Dept., Maintenance Division - One-Ton Truck With Flatbed Dump Body
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Unit 131 is a 1987 one-ton truck with a dump body that has over 72k miles and is in need of replacement. The sidewalk/curb repair crew is currently using it. This unit has been in service for over 16 years and will need major refurbishment that will exceed its salvage value.
Project Number: V7
Project Title: Public Works Dept., Maintenance Division - Paint Truck
Requesting Dept: Public Works
Description: Unit 110 is a 1991 1-ton paint truck with over 82,000 miles on it and is in need of replacement. This unit is used daily for painting street markings throughout the City and needs improvements to the safety lighting, work lights, and paint equipment. The unit was converted to use propane fuel by an aftermarket installer. This conversion has become troublesome and not reliable. Additional work is needed in refurbishing the truck and these costs will exceed the vehicle salvage value.
Paint $1,200
Paint Equipment $2,000
Upholstery $ 800
Electrical $2,200
Mechanical $12,000
YOUTH SPORTS
Project Number: Y1
Project Title: Cameron Elementary School - Fix backstops on Fields 2 & 3
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: West Covina girl's softball has safety issues with the backstops at Cameron Elementary School. The backstops were made for kickball. They need to be extended on the top and sides for softball. Foul balls are coming out too fast and bystanders are too close to react in time to get out of the way of the ball. Two backstops will be replaced this year in the 2004-4005 budget and two will be replaced in the 2005-2006 budget.
Project Number: Y2
Project Title: Cortez Park - Repair Fence Surrounding Both Baseball Fields
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: There are jagged parts of the metal protruding that could potentially be a safety hazard for players. The fence on the east field is taken down each year for football use.
Project Number: Y3
Project Title: Del Norte Park - Baseball and Softball Fields (School District Property)
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: Due to a lack of fields available for the ever-growing need of soccer and baseball teams, we propose the addition of Del Norte School athletic fields for use by City soccer and baseball teams. This project will include gopher eradication ($3,500), weed sterilization ($2,500), grading ($15,000), irrigation ($25,000) and re-seeding ($3,500).
Interest has been expressed by local leagues to participate with both labor and some financial resources. The school district has the same interest and some in-kind resources. This project has the potential to combine multiple community resources for a needed improvement.
Note: District leases property to East San Gabriel Valley ROP. District staff agrees to include an amendment to the current lease and future leases allowing City use of athletic field area..
Fund Source: Park Dedication Fee "A" = $49,500
Operating Impact: District will maintain the property. No negative fiscal impact to City operations.
Project Number: Y4
Project Title: Edgewood Middle School - Basketball Lighting
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: The outdoor basketball courts at Edgewood Middle School need additional lighting for nighttime use. We propose to add four poles and eight additional fixtures to poles on the tennis courts to light a small portion of grass turf for soccer practice.
Note: If funding is approved in July 2005, District staff estimates completing the project in November 2005, in time for the youth basketball season. This school campus is heavily used by the community in the evening for recreation activity on the track, tennis courts, and basketball courts.
Project Number: Y5
Project Title: Giano Intermediate School -Renovate Baseball Field 4
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: Complete new baseball diamond/field by adding benches to dugouts and bleachers to field 4. Two community little league programs and one softball program utilize Giano Fields serving students living in West Covina and the greater Giano attendance area. This equipment needs to be upgraded. The project will enhance community use of existing baseball diamond/field.
Note: Staff has requested information for cost to install dugout bleachers only.
Project Number: Y6
Project Title: Hollingworth School - Field Upgrades
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: Hollingworth School and the Galaxie Little League are requesting to the north playground of the school as a CIP grant. We are requesting $35,000 for improvement of the two ballfields on the school grounds, by replacing existing dugouts, backstops, and bleachers; repair of the irrigation system, leveling infield and reseed grass areas, improving stair railings, and the addition of groundcover to the slopes between the school campus and the park.
Hollingworth School provides a variety of recreational opportunities to the community. The Galaxie Little League, or district does not have the financial resources to do this project, but could share expenses with the City. The project meets the criteria of a CIP grant as it is for local residents enjoyment and is open to the public during non-school hours. Several tripping hazards exist with the very uneven fields and gigantic puddles. The bleachers are worn out and rickety. This project is located on the north side of the campus, adjacent to Friendship Park. West Covina residents, particularly the children who play softball with Galaxie Little League and their parents, will be positively impacted by the improved fields.
Project Number: Y7
Project Title: Nogales High School - Softball Field Improvements
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: Create a girls' softball infield with backstop and dugout made of chain link fence. Provide new infield with bases and two bleachers to accommodate 75-100 people. Install stanchions for 60-foot bases and home plate. Top field with brick dust. Install two sets of bleachers for fans.
This proposal would increase community availability of softball facilities. It would also provide equal number of fields for girls' softball as exists for boys' baseball. An additional facility would also provide suitable facilities to accommodate an increase in demand by high school students for softball fields at the school site.
Project Number: Y8
Project Title: Nogales High School - Little Theater Renovation
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: In a community with few halls available, renovating the Little Theater demonstrates a commitment to increasing cultural opportunities for students, families, and community. It also provides a much-needed venue for community public affairs functions requiring the use of a stage, lighting, sound and seating capacity for approximately one hundred people.
The current lighting system is approximately 20 years old. Upgrades will increase technical capabilities and eliminate maintenance issues associated with aged equipment.
Project Number: Y9
Project Title: Rincon School - New Baseball Field (Grant to School)
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: The field is used by students during PE, after school sports, and community leagues. Rincon has 320 students who live in West Covina which is 49% of our student population. Rincon participates in the Inland Valley Middle School League. Several of these schools are in West Covina - Edgewood, Giano, Hollencrest, and San Jose Edison. Community leagues - Galaxie Little League, Community Service for Youth (Glad Tidings Assembly of God), Divine Youth Association - all West Covina agencies. An adult league 605 soccer League uses the fields each weekend. The field is aged and the dugout benches are splintering. Replacing the backstop and fences will improve protection for students and community members while playing softball/baseball. This project will provide students and community members better protection and a safer playing environment.
Project Number: Y10
Project Title: Walmerado Park - Baseball (Bronco) Field Improvements
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: Upgrade snack bar electrical box - $15,000
Bronco Field (District Property) replace backstop kick-back - $4,000
Note: Dugout roofs and batting cage interior netting were installed by the league and traditionally are maintained by the leagues.
Fund Source: Cable Settlement = $19,000
Operating Impact: No additional maintenance impact to City operations.
Project Number: Y11
Project Title: West Covina High School - Outdoor Basketball Lighting (Grant to School)
Requesting Dept: Community Services
Description: The outdoor basketball courts at West Covina High School need lighting for nighttime use. We propose to light the ten basketball courts. A project was proposed in 2001 in the amount of $120,000. If this lighting project could dove-tail into the District modernization project, the new cost is estimated at $90,000.
Note: If funding is approved in July 2005, District staff estimates completing the project in November 2005, in time for the youth basketball season. District will install timing mechanisms for the new lighting. District will share in the operating costs of the lighting based on student after-school use.
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