Civic Issues
Topics getting the most attention in West Covina public meetings, ranked by how frequently they are discussed.
6 issues in general with high priority
Flock surveillance cameras and ICE concerns
A resident demanded the council cancel the Flock safety camera contract and create a staff protocol for ICE appearances, citing ICE shootings elsewhere and agents at the local courthouse. The city manager pointed to the police department's transparency portal and said he has since read up on Flock.
City Manager Appointment
Milan Mrakich got the permanent city manager job at $249,562 — but the contract waives the college degree requirement, and Gutierrez spent nearly twenty minutes accusing the council of transparency failures before casting the lone no.
City Manager Replacement
West Covina just booted its city manager and promoted the head of public safety to the top job. This sudden change could shake things up at City Hall, so we'll have to see how it plays out.
City Manager Resignation
West Covina's city manager is out! They cited 'personal reasons' for stepping down, leaving a big question mark over the city's future leadership and direction.
Public Health Services
West Covina is breaking ties with the L.A. County health department, citing frustration with COVID-19 regulations. This move means the city will chart its own course for public health services moving forward.
Voting System Change
Get ready for a shake-up in how West Covina picks its leaders! The city's moving to district voting, meaning you'll vote for council members who represent *your* specific neighborhood, not just anyone across the whole city.