West Covina, California Development News

West Covina Council Addresses Street Sweeping Program Amidst Resident Concerns Over Parking and Signage

The City Council discussed the implementation and enforcement of the new street sweeping program. Concerns were raised by residents regarding parking availability, the clarity of signage, and the frequency of sweeping. Staff presented an update on the program's rollout, including the number of resident concerns logged and the steps being taken to address them, such as installing additional signage and reviewing alternate side schedules for specific areas. The council debated whether to continue with enforcement or suspend it until further adjustments are made. The City Manager assured the council that no citations would be issued until the program is fully implemented and concerns are addressed. Council members also discussed the possibility of amending the contract with Nationwide for street sweeping services to better accommodate residents' needs, particularly concerning parking and scheduling. A motion was passed to explore amendments to the contract, including reviewing alternate scheduling, times, and permit parking areas, and to compare West Covina's program with other cities. Another motion was passed to revert to the pre-January 2025 street sweeping schedule as an interim step while amendments are negotiated.