********************************************************************** MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, held on Tuesday, January 11, 2000, at the hour of 7:15 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Rosamond Fogg ROLL CALL: Present: Bowler, Dunbabin, Edgerton, Reviczky, Mayor Oakes Absent: None ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mayor Oakes announced the Household Hazardous Waste Roundup to be held Saturday, January 29, 2000 from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. at Clark Stadium on Valley Drive between 8th and 11th streets, noting it was a free countywide event. For more information, call 1-888-Clean-LA. Councilmember Edgerton asked about waiving the banner fees for the upcoming Hermosa Beach Education Foundation's annual Valentine's dinner dance to take place at the Point 705 Club, noting it was a non-profit event that benefited the City's schools. Action: To add the requested fee waiver to the agenda based on the finding that the issue arose after the agenda had been posted and that it required immediate action due to the timing of the event. Motion Edgerton, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Action: To approve the waiver of banner fees and allow the banner to be put up in January for the February event. Motion Edgerton, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Councilmember Bowler commented on the City's New Year's Eve celebration that was attended by an estimated 10,000 citizens with no problems and commended staff for an excellent job. Councilmember Dunbabin noted that City Manager Burrell and Public Works Director Williams were helping to direct the people leaving the parking lot afterward. Mayor Oakes said the fireworks were wonderful. Councilmember Reviczky thanked everyone who participated in the 7th annual Beach Cities Toy Drive--all the volunteers who assisted with the event and those who contributed toys. He said they collected more toys than last year, noting that there also seemed to be greater need than there was last year. He said the toys give needy children a happy holiday and, more importantly, send the message that someone cares. Mayor Oakes announced that Hermosa Beach was proudly sponsoring this year's United States/Mexico sister cities' conference, a national event scheduled to take place January 21 through January 23, 2000. PROCLAMATIONS: EARTH DAY -- APRIL 22, 2000 Mayor Oakes read the proclamation, proclaimed April 22, 2000 as Earth Day in Hermosa Beach, and encouraged residents and businesses to use the day to celebrate the Earth and commit to building a sustainable society. CLOSED SESSION REPORT FOR MEETING OF DECEMBER 14, 1999: City Council decision to participate, at no cost to the City, in the amicus briefs of the following two cases: Ballard v. City of Clovis and Lion's Lair Enterprises v. County of Riverside. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: (a) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Coming forward to address the Council at this time were: Dick McCurdy - 1004 Ninth Street, Hermosa Beach Sister City president; spoke of the upcoming U.S./Mexico Sister Cities Association National Conference of 2000 to be hosted by Hermosa Beach; said the main speakers would be Senator Debra Bowen and Assemblyman Steve Kuykendall; invited everyone to attend, noting that registration forms were available at the Community Center; and John Felldin - 2434 Manhattan Avenue, said Edison was installing facilities in the underground area and charging homeowners for work that would benefit Edison; provided copies directly to the Council of a letter he had sent to Edison and their response; requested that the City refer the matter to the Public Utilities Commission. Pursuant to Council direction, City Manager Burrell said staff would ask the PUC to examine the issue. Continuing to come forward to address the Council was: Jim Lissner - requested a response from the Police Chief regarding why the City did not join in the alcohol stings that took place recently in other cities; asked for a response from the City Manager on the parking structure figure that was reported to the Coastal Commission; asked to speak on item 5. (b) WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. Letter from M. C. Fogg regarding the causes of today's LAX-generated noise and hazard, future LAX expansion issues and a proposal to assist the City in abatement. Coming forward to address the Council on this issue were: Charles Fogg - submitted an addendum to his letter; spoke of airport issues; proposed putting together a blue ribbon committee of knowledgeable citizens that would report to the City Council through the City Manager and volunteered to be on the committee; James Deutsch - 707 30th Street, concurred with Mr. Fogg; said there should be a committee of all cities and volunteered his time; and James Lissner - said LAX does a monthly tabulation of noise complaints; said it was important that citizens continue to complain and not become complacent; suggested that the City publicize in its newsletter the phone numbers and addresses for complaints (Mayor Oakes asked the City Manager to follow through on that). No action was taken on this item. 2. Letter from Judi McEachen of the Mira Costa Grad Night Committee requesting consideration of a donation toward the 11th Annual Grad Night for Mira Costa Class of 2000. Action: To approve the requested donation of $1,000 to Mira Costa High School Grad Night 2000. Motion Edgerton, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. 1. CONSENT CALENDAR: Action: To approve the consent calendar recommendations (a) through (l), with the exception of the following item which was removed for discussion in item 3, but is shown in order for clarity: (f) Reviczky. Motion Reviczky, second Edgerton. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. At 8:23 P.M., the order of the agenda was suspended to go to public hearing item 4. (a) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL HELD ON DECEMBER 14, 1999. Supplemental amended page submitted January 11, 2000. Action: To approve the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of December 14, 1999 as amended. (b) RECOMMENDATION TO RATIFY CHECK REGISTER NOS. 19587 THROUGH 19941, NOTING VOIDED CHECK NO. 19618, 19767, 19772, 19789, 19833, 19872, AND 19939, AND TO APPROVE CANCELLATION OF CHECK NOS. 19480, 19786 AND 19884 AS RECOMMENDED BY THE CITY TREASURER. Action: To ratify the check register as presented. (c) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS. Action: To receive and file the tentative future agenda items, as presented. (d) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE NOVEMBER 1999 FINANCIAL REPORTS: (1) Revenue and expenditure report; (2) City Treasurer's report; and (3) Investment report. Action: To receive and file the November 1999 Financial Reports as presented. (e) RECOMMENDATION TO DENY THE APPLICATION TO PRESENT A LATE CLAIM FILED BY STEPHEN F. SMITH. Memorandum from Personnel Director/Risk Manager Michael Earl dated January 3, 2000. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to deny the application to present a late claim. (f) RECOMMENDATION TO ACCEPT DONATIONS OF $150 FROM THE WOMAN'S CLUB OF HERMOSA BEACH FOR THE 1999 SAND SNOWMAN CONTEST, $235 FROM THE SKATE PARK RAFFLE FOR STAFFING THE SKATE PARK; AND $1,000 FROM THE BEACH CITIES HEALTH DISTRICT FOR FIRE RESERVE STAFFING AT THE CITY NEW YEAR PARTY. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated January 3, 2000. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Reviczky for separate discussion later in the meeting. Action: To accept the donations received by the City to be used as follows: The Woman's Club of Hermosa Beach - $150 for the 1999 Sand Snowman Contest; Skate Park Raffle - $235 for staffing the Skate Park; and Beach Cities Health District - $1,000 for Fire reserve staffing at the City New Year Party. Motion Reviczky, second Mayor Oakes. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (g) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE NOTICE OF CLOSED CLAIM. Memorandum from Personnel Director/Risk Manager Michael Earl dated December 15, 1999. Action: To receive and file the following notice of closed claim, as recommended by staff: Claimant: Maples, Glenn Date of Loss: 10-12-99 Date Filed: 11-08-99 Damage: Vehicle damage Disposition: Resolved through settlement of $901.34 (h) RECOMMENDATION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPOINTING COUNCILMEMBER DUNBABIN AS THE DELEGATE TO THE INDEPENDENT CITIES FINANCE AUTHORITY BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated December 28, 1999. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 00-6040, entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, REPEALING RESOLUTION NO. 93-5652 AND AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 89-5256, CHANGING THE CITY'S REPRESENTATIVE TO THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE INDEPENDENT CITIES LEASE FINANCE AUTHORITY." (i) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE REPORT REGARDING ADELPHIA COMMUNICATIONS PUBLIC ACCESS EQUIPMENT AUDIT. Memorandum from Community Resources Director Mary Rooney dated January 3, 2000. Action: To receive and file the report, as recommended by staff. (j) RECOMMENDATION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL MAP #25422 FOR A 2-UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT AT 1507 MANHATTAN AVENUE. Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated December 30, 1999. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 00-6041, entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING APPROVAL OF FINAL PARCEL MAP #25422 FOR A TWO-UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT LOCATED AT 1507 MANHATTAN AVENUE, HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA." (k) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE APPROPRIATION OF PROPOSITION A FUNDS IN AN AMOUNT ESTIMATED TO BE $10,766 FOR THE CONTINUATION OF THE DOWNTOWN SHUTTLE FOR ONE ADDITIONAL MONTH IN ORDER TO PERMIT TIME FOR THE CITY COUNCIL TO APPROVE DOWNTOWN PARKING FACILITY RATES. Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated January 4, 2000. Action: To approve the appropriation of Proposition A funds in an amount estimated to be $10,766 for the continuation of the downtown shuttle for one additional month in order to permit time for the City Council to approve downtown parking facility rates, as recommended by staff. (l) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE A REVISION TO THE CITY'S POSITION ALLOCATION SUMMARY FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT. Memorandum from Personnel Director/Risk Manager Michael Earl dated January 6, 2000. Action: To approve a revision to the City's Position Allocation Summary for the Fire Department, as recommended by staff 2. CONSENT ORDINANCES a. ORDINANCE NO. 00-1197 - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING MISCELLANEOUS SECTIONS OF THE HERMOSA BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE. For adoption. Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated December 28, 1999. Action: To waive full reading and adopt Ordinance No. 00-1197. Motion Bowler, second Reviczky. AYES: Bowler, Dunbabin, Edgerton, Reviczky, Mayor Oakes NOES: None The meeting recessed at 9:10 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 9:30 P.M. with item 5. 3. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION Item 1(f) was heard at this time but is shown in order for clarity. Public comments on items removed from the Consent Calendar are shown under the appropriate item. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. AN APPEAL OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION DENIAL OF A VARIANCE FROM GROUND LEVEL OPEN SPACE REQUIREMENTS AND TO ALLOW A SECOND LEVEL BALCONY TO PROJECT TO WITHIN 3' OF THE FRONT PROPERTY LINE RATHER THAN THE REQUIRED 5' AT 2334 THE STRAND. Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated January 4, 2000. Community Development Director Blumenfeld presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. City Manager Burrell also responded to Council questions. The public hearing opened at 8:33 P.M. Coming forward to address the Council on this issue were: Elizabeth Srour - Manhattan Beach, representing the applicant, said the amount of open space proposed was more than twice what was required in the R-1 zone; said the combination of lot size, location, and the strict interpretation limited the use of the property and served as a basis for the variance; said the findings could be made for both issues; and George Spratt - Manhattan Beach, architect, spoke to the project and responded to Council questions. The public hearing closed at 8:47 P.M. Action: To grant the requested variance to ground level open space, provided that at least 300 square feet are provided in the front yard area, as recommended by staff. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Proposed Action: To grant the requested variance to allow the balcony to encroach to within three feet of the front property line. Motion Edgerton, second Bowler. The motion was subsequently withdrawn. Action: To deny the requested variance to allow the balcony to encroach to within three feet of the front property line, as recommended by staff. Motion Reviczky, second Dunbabin. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. A resolution stating the Council action and the findings will be presented January 25, 2000 for adoption. Final Action: Mayor Oakes directed, with the consensus of the Council, that staff study the issue of whether or not the two-block area of the Strand between 22nd and 24th streets were a unique situation, and report back during the Council's residential standards session. At 9:06 P.M., the order of the agenda was moved to item 1(f), which had been removed from the consent calendar for separate discussion. MUNICIPAL MATTERS 5. 1998-99 COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT (CAFR) (INCLUDING REPORT FROM INDEPENDENT AUDITOR). Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated December 29, 1999. Finance Director Viki Copeland presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. Coming forward to address the Council on this item were: Gary Caporicci - of Caporicci and Larson, the City's independent auditors, spoke to the report and responded to questions; and Jim Lissner - commented on the budget surplus; asked about balances in the Insurance and Compensated Absences funds; said the surplus money should be added to the contingency fund instead of the funds listed in the report (Finance Director Copeland responded to his questions). Action: To receive and file the 1998-99 Comprehensive Financial Report (CAFR), which includes the report from Caporicci and Larson, the City's independent auditors. Motion Bowler, second Edgerton. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. 6. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY MANAGER a. SCHEDULE PUBLIC HEARING TO CONSIDER A PROPOSAL TO ENACT A MORATORIUM ON THE CONVERSION OF EXISTING COMMERCIAL SPACE TO RESTAURANT USE IN THE DOWNTOWN AREA AS DEFINED. Memorandum from City Manager Burrell dated January 6, 2000. City Manager Burrell presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. Coming forward to address the Council on this item was: Jim Lissner - said he hoped the Council did not overlook interspersing retail among the downtown restaurants and bars. Action: Mayor Oakes, with the consensus of the Council, directed staff to bring this item back for discussion at the upcoming goals and objectives session. b. PUBLIC NOTICE AND MEETING PROCESS FOR CONSIDERATION OF PROPOSED CHANGES TO MULTI-FAMILY AND SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated January 5, 2000. City Manager Burrell presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. City Attorney Jenkins also responded to Council questions. Action: Mayor Oakes, with the consensus of the Council, set Tuesday, February 29, 2000 at 7:00 P.M. as a special public hearing to consider proposed changes to residential development standards and directed staff to provide full noticing to the zones affected. c. SET A DATE FOR A SPECIAL MEETING TO REVIEW AND UPDATE THE CITY COUNCIL'S GOALS AND OBJECTIVES. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated January 5, 2000. City Manager Burrell presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. Action: Mayor Oakes, with the consensus of the Council, set a date of Thursday, February 17, 2000 at 6:00 P.M. for a special meeting to review and update the City Council's goals and objectives. 7. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY COUNCIL a. SCHEDULING APPLICANT INTERVIEWS FOR UNSCHEDULED VACANCY OF UNEXPIRED TERM ON PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMISSION. Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated January 6, 2000. Supplemental application from Peter Tucker received January 6, 1999. City Clerk Doerfling presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. Action: To schedule a meeting at 6:00 P.M. prior to the regular meeting of Tuesday, January 25, 2000, for the purpose of interviewing applicants, and extend the application filing deadline to 6:00 P.M. Wednesday, January 19, 2000, as recommended by staff. 8. OTHER MATTERS - CITY COUNCIL - None ANNOUNCEMENT IN OPEN SESSION OF ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION AS FOLLOWS: 1. MINUTES: Approval of minutes of Closed Session meeting held on December 14, 1999. 2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957. Title: City Manager 3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6. City Negotiator: Stephen Burrell Employee Organizations: Hermosa Beach Police Officers Association Hermosa Beach Firefighters' Association Teamsters Union, Local 911 Professional and Administrative Employee Group Hermosa Beach Management Association Hermosa Beach Police Management Association ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION - The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach adjourned on Tuesday, January 11, 2000, at the hour of 10:28 P.M. to a closed session. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - The Closed Session convened at the hour of 10:35 P.M. At the hour of 10:48 P.M., the Closed Session adjourned to the Regular Meeting. ORAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - There were no decisions made requiring a public announcement. ADJOURNMENT - The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach adjourned on Tuesday, January 11, 2000, at the hour of 10:49 P.M. to an Adjourned Regular Meeting at 6:00 P.M. Tuesday, January 25, 2000, for the purpose of interviewing applicants for the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Commission. ********************************************************************** MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, held on Tuesday, January 25, 2000, at the hour of 6:05 P.M. ROLL CALL: Present: Bowler, Dunbabin, Edgerton, Mayor Pro Tempore Reviczky Absent: Mayor Oakes INTERVIEWS OF APPLICANTS FOR PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMISSION - ONE SEAT - UNSCHEDULED VACANCY - UNEXPIRED TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2001 Mayor Pro Tempore Reviczky called the meeting to order and welcomed the applicants, noting that the actual appointment would be made later during the regular City Council meeting when the scheduled item comes up on the agenda, and that a second vacancy had arisen and would be filled February 22, 2000. Pursuant to past procedure, the applicants were interviewed separately, apart from the others, with each Councilmember asking one or more questions of each of the applicants. Recognizing that this was a public meeting open to any member of the public wishing to observe the interviews, each of the applicants waited their turn in the City Hall foyer and entered the Council Chambers one at a time when called, in alphabetical order. Coming forward to proceed with the interview process and respond to individual Council questions were the following applicants: 1) Geoffrey Hirsch 2) Daniel Marinelli 3) Stephen Sammarco 4) Bill Sigler 5) Michael York CITIZEN COMMENTS - None ADJOURNMENT - The Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, adjourned on Tuesday, January 25, 2000, at the hour of 6:50 P.M., to the Regular meeting of the same date, which was scheduled to begin at the hour of 7:10 P.M. ********************************************************************** MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, held on Tuesday, January 25, 2000, at the hour of 7:23 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Russ Tingley, Fire Chief ROLL CALL: Present: Bowler, Dunbabin, Edgerton, Reviczky, Mayor Oakes Absent: None INTRODUCTION OF NEW FIRE CHIEF - RUSSELL TINGLEY Mayor Oakes introduced the City's new Fire Chief, Russell Tingley, citing his 23 years of experience with the Upland Fire Department, including more than three years as Fire Division Chief, and his experience as a trainer and educator in fire service teaching courses at University of California Riverside, Chaffey Community College, and the California Specialized Training Institute. ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mayor Oakes said before coming to the meeting, she had the honor of meeting Walter Cronkite, who was speaking at the Distinguished Speakers Series in Redondo Beach. Mayor Oakes announced the Household Hazardous Waste Roundup to be held in Hermosa Beach Saturday, January 29, 2000 from 9:00 A.M. to 3:00 P.M. at Clark Stadium on Valley Drive between 8th and 11th streets, noting it was a free countywide event. For more information, call 1-888-Clean-LA. Mayor Oakes commented on the success of the United States/ Mexico Sister Cities Association National Conference of 2000, which was hosted by Hermosa Beach January 21-23, noting that the theme of the conference was to protect our shared environment and that State Senator Debra Bowen and Congressman Steve Kuykendall had attended as guest speakers. She presented a Certificate of Recognition received from Assemblyman George Nakano and a framed photograph from Loreto in memory of the sisterhood between the two cities. She said the banners and posters on the Community Center enhanced the building. Councilmember Reviczky said the artwork had been done by Hermosa Valley School children, and noted that a plaque had also been received from the City of El Monte. Councilmember Edgerton said there would be a demonstration and major press conference at 9:00 A.M. Monday, February 7, at the FAA building at Marine Avenue and Aviation Boulevard to try to persuade the FAA to go back to its original position regarding flights. He said Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach and Rancho Palos Verdes were involved in the event and invited the other Council members to participate. Councilmember Reviczky said the Hermosa Beach Education Foundation's annual Valentine's Dance would take place Saturday, February 12, 2000 at Pointe 705 in Hermosa Beach, noting that this was a major fundraiser with the proceeds going to the City's school system. CLOSED SESSION REPORT FOR MEETING OF JANUARY 11, 2000: No reportable actions. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: (a) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Coming forward to address the Council at this time were: Shirley Cassell - Hermosa Beach, requested that item 1(b) be pulled from the consent calendar for later discussion; said Councilmember Edgerton again did not have his computer; expressed concern about the unsightliness of the Learned Lumber site and said it did not conform to the approved plans; asked for the phone number to complain about planes flying over (was given the number 310-64-NOISE); Mark Marino - 1326 Corona Street, spoke about an upcoming item concerning traffic on his street; Dr. Holtzinger - requested that item 1(q) be pulled from the consent calendar for later discussion; Nick Nickelson - representing the Kenny Nickelson Memorial Foundation, thanked everyone for the toy drive and for the support their foundation has received over the years; gave the City a framed photo of their holiday party and toy distribution to needy children in the YMCA Juvenile Crime Prevention Program; Jim Lissner - Hermosa Beach, requested that agenda item 1(k) be pulled from the consent calendar for later discussion; spoke of wasted money for unneeded items, including the purchase of a fire truck, the upcoming City Hall remodel, and downtown traffic signals; and Pete Tucker - 235 34th Street, said the windmill was back up on the tower now and hoped for a rededication ceremony by the end of February or early March; requested strict enforcement of the residential parking permit program; said the downtown merchants should not have parking permits but should instead be in the shuttle program. Councilmember Reviczky said the windmill, which had been taken down for refurbishment and was reinstalled last week at no cost to the taxpayers, was a real community effort. He said the windmill was a City landmark, and thanked everyone involved with the project, including Pete Tucker, Dave Garrett, Roger Bacon, Steve Storm, Ken Lindsey and Mike Flaharty. City Manager Burrell noted that the windmill was completely workable. (b) WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. Letter from Steve Bopp of the Redondo Union High School Grad Night 2000 Committee requesting consideration of a donation toward Grad Night for Redondo Union High School Class of 2000. Action: Mayor Oakes directed, with the consensus of the Council, that the requested donation of $1,000 to Redondo Union High School Grad Night 2000 be approved. 1. CONSENT CALENDAR: Action: To approve the consent calendar recommendations (a) through (s), with the exception of the following items which were removed for discussion in item 3, but are shown in order for clarity: (b) Mayor Oakes for Shirley Cassell, (k) Mayor Oakes for Jim Lissner, (o) Edgerton, and (q) Mayor Oakes for Dr. Holtzinger. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. At 8:00 P.M., the order of the agenda was suspended to go to public hearing item 4. (a) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL HELD ON JANUARY 11, 2000. Action: To approve the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of January 11, 2000, as presented. (b) RECOMMENDATION TO RATIFY CHECK REGISTER NOS. 19942 THROUGH 20066, NOTING VOIDED CHECK NOS. 19945, 20027, AND 20036, AND TO APPROVE THE CANCELLATION OF CHECK NO. 20040, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE CITY TREASURER. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Mayor Oakes, at the request of Shirley Cassell, for separate discussion later in the meeting. Coming forward to address the Council on this item was: Shirley Cassell - questioned warrants 19968, 19979 and 19986. City Manager Burrell responded to questions. City Attorney Jenkins also responded to questions. Action: To ratify the check register as presented. Motion Reviczky, second Edgerton. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (c) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS. Action: To receive and file the tentative future agenda items, as presented. (d) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE DECEMBER 1999 FINANCIAL REPORTS: (1) Memorandum regarding Revenue and expenditure report; (2) City Treasurer's report; and (3) Investment report. Action: To receive and file the December 1999 Financial Reports, as presented. e.RECOMMENDATION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION OF THE ANNUAL STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY. Memorandum from City Treasurer John Workman dated January 11, 2000. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 00-6042, entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ACKNOWLEDGING THE RECEIPT AND FILING OF AND APPROVING THE ANNUAL STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY AND DELEGATING INVESTMENT AUTHORITY TO THE CITY TREASURER FOR THE YEAR 1999." (f) RECOMMENDATION TO DENY THE APPLICATION TO PRESENT A LATE CLAIM FILED BY MACIE ABRAMS. Memorandum from Personnel Director/Risk Manager Michael Earl dated January 11, 2000. Action: To deny the application to present a late claim filed by Macie Abrams, as recommended by staff. (g) RECOMMENDATION TO DENY THE FOLLOWING CLAIM AND REFER IT TO THE CITY'S LIABILITY CLAIMS ADMINISTRATOR. Memorandum from Personnel Director/Risk Manager Michael Earl dated January 12, 2000. Claimant: Wehland, Paul Date of Loss: 01/01/00 Date Filed: 01/05/00 Action: To approve the staff recommendation to deny the claim and refer it to the City's Liability Claims Administrator. h.RECOMMENDATION TO SET WORKSHOP DATES OF THURSDAY, MAY 25TH AND THURSDAY, JUNE 8TH AT 7:10 P.M. FOR REVIEW OF THE 2000-01 BUDGET. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated January 13, 2000. Action: To direct staff to return at the next meeting with different recommended workshop dates for review of the 2000-01 Budget. (i) RECOMMENDATION TO ACCEPT A $10,000 DONATION RECEIVED BY THE CITY FROM INTERNATIONAL MERCHANDISING CORPORATION TO BE USED FOR SKATE PARK STAFFING (FOR MERVYN'S CALIFORNIA BEACH BASH 2000). Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated January 18, 2000. Councilmember Reviczky acknowledged and thanked the donor. Action: To accept the $10,000 donation received from International Merchandising Corporation to be used for skate park staffing for the Mervyn's California Beach Bash 2000. (j) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH AND BEACH CITIES HEALTH DISTRICT FOR ROOM 7 IN THE COMMUNITY CENTER AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE LEASE. Memorandum from Community Resources Director Mary Rooney dated January 18, 2000. Action: To approve a lease agreement between the City and Beach Cities Health District for Room 7 in the Community Center for a term of one year, commencing February 1, 2000 and ending January 31, 2001, for a rate of $1.03 per square foot ($1.03 x 1,100 sq.ft. = $1,133), as recommended by the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Commission and staff. (k) RECOMMENDATION TO REJECT ALL BIDS FOR THE CITY HALL REMODEL - ADA UPGRADES PROJECT; AUTHORIZE STAFF TO RE-SCOPE THE PROJECT AND REMOVE THE FIRE STATION IMPROVEMENTS FROM THIS PROJECT; AND, AUTHORIZE STAFF TO RE-ADVERTISE THE PROJECT AFTER APPROPRIATE MODIFICATIONS TO THE CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS ARE MADE. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated January 10, 2000. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Mayor Oakes, at the request of Jim Lissner, for separate discussion later in the meeting. Public Works Director Williams presented the staff report and responded to questions. City Manager Burrell also responded to questions. Coming forward to address the Council on this issue were: Jim Lissner - Hermosa Beach, said the project had increased in price and was out of control; Shirley Cassell - Hermosa Beach, said she had been pushing for the City Hall remodel for years; and Larry Hotchkins - 938 14th Street, contractor, addressed the cost of construction management and inspection services. Mayor Oakes requested a breakdown from staff of the $358,000 figure for construction management and inspection services. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to: 1.Reject all bids for the City Hall Remodel - ADA Upgrades Project; 2.Authorize staff to re-scope the project and remove the fire station improvements from the project; and 3.Authorize staff to re-advertise the project after appropriate modifications to the construction documents are made. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (l) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE EXPENDITURES OF UP TO $16,000 FROM CIP 99-529 FOR THE PURCHASE OF A NEW BACKSTOP FOR THE MAJOR LEAGUE FIELD AND TWO DUGOUTS FOR THE FARM FIELD AT CLARK STADIUM. Memorandum from Community Resources Director Mary Rooney dated January 18, 2000. Action: To approve expenditures of up to $16,000 from CIP 99-529 for the purchase of a new backstop for the Major League Field and two dugouts for the Farm Field, as recommended by the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources subcommittee and staff. (m) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE CONSULTING ENGINEERING AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND DAVID EVANS AND ASSOCIATES IN THE AMOUNT OF $67,210.00 FOR PROJECT NO. CIP 95-507 - VALLEY PARK IMPROVEMENTS. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated January 18, 2000. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to: 1.Approve the agreement between the City of Hermosa Beach and David Evans and Associates for $67,210; 2.Authorize the City Clerk to attest and the Mayor to execute said agreement, upon approval as to form by the City Attorney; and 3.Authorize the Director of Public Works to make changes to the contract amount not to exceed $6,721. (n) RECOMMENDATION TO AWARD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR THE CLARK FIELD BUILDING DEMOLITION TO VIKING EQUIPMENT CORPORATION IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,300. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated January 11, 2000. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to: 1.Award the construction contract for the Clark Field Building Demolition, CIP #99-529, to Viking Equipment Corporation, in the amount of $8,300; 2.Authorize the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest the Construction Contract subject to approval by the City Attorney; 3.Direct the City Clerk to reject all other bids and release all bid bonds after award by the City Council; and 4.Authorize the Director of Public Works to make minor changes as necessary not to exceed $4,150. (o) RECOMMENDATION TO AWARD CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR CIP PROJECT 98-621 - PHASE II MUNICIPAL PIER ARCHITECTURAL UPGRADES - TO LOS ANGELES ENGINEERING OF TEMPLE CITY BASED UPON THEIR LOWEST RESPONSIVE BID OF $1,168,771. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated January 18, 2000. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Edgerton for separate discussion later in the meeting. Public Works Director Williams presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to: 1.Award the Construction Contract to Los Angeles Engineering of Temple City, California, based upon their lowest responsible bid of $1,168,771; 2.Authorize the appropriation of $167,008 from the Prop A fund; 3.Authorize the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest the construction contract subject to approval by the City Attorney; and 4.Authorize the Director of Public Works to make minor changes as necessary within the contingency of $116,877. Motion Edgerton, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (p) RECOMMENDATION TO AWARD CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION CONTRACT AGREEMENT FOR CIP PROJECT 98-621 - PHASE II MUNICIPAL PIER ARCHITECTURAL UPGRADES - TO CONCEPT MARINE, INC., FOR $75,000. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated January 18, 2000. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to: 1.Approve award of construction management and inspection contract agreement for Phase II Municipal Pier Architectural Upgrades to Concept Marine, Inc for $75,000; 2.Authorize the Mayor to execute and City Clerk to attest the Professional Services Agreement subject to approval by the City Attorney; and 3.Authorize the Director of Public Works to make minor changes as necessary not to exceed $7,500. (q) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE ACTION MINUTES FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF JANUARY 18, 2000. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Mayor Oakes, at the request of Dr. Holtzinger, for separate discussion later in the meeting. Coming forward to address the Council on this item was: Linda Bernhart - 1151 Aviation Boulevard, requested that Council initiate a review of the Planning Commission's action concerning an alternative school at 1103 Aviation Boulevard, (item 11 on the Planning Commission agenda). Action: To initiate, at the request of Councilmembers Reviczky and Bowler, a Council review of Planning Commission item 11 at a de novo public hearing to be conducted February 22, 2000. Final Action: To receive and file the remainder of the action minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of January 18, 2000. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (r) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE SCHOOL DISTRICT PROVIDING FOR THE CITY TO REIMBURSE THE SCHOOL DISTRICT FOR THE COST OF ASBESTOS REMOVAL FROM THE BUILDING AT SOUTH PARK AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated January 19, 2000. Action: To 1) approve the amendment to the agreement providing for the City to reimburse the School District for the cost of asbestos removal from the buildings at South Park, and 2) direct the City Manager to execute the amendment, as recommended by staff. (s) RECOMMENDATION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION APPROVING A VARIANCE FROM GROUND LEVEL OPEN SPACE REQUIREMENTS, AND DENYING A REQUEST FOR A VARIANCE TO PROJECT A BALCONY INTO THE FRONT YARD FIVE FEET RATHER THAN THE MAXIMUM OF THREE FEET, IN CONNECTION WITH A PROPOSED NEW SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING AT 2334 THE STRAND, LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 6, BLOCK 24, HERMOSA BEACH TRACT. Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated January 20, 2000. Action: To adopt Resolution No. 00-6043, entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING A VARIANCE FROM GROUND LEVEL OPEN SPACE REQUIREMENT, AND DENYING A REQUEST FOR A VARIANCE TO PROJECT A BALCONY INTO THE FRONT YARD FIVE FEET RATHER THAN THE MAXIMUM OF THREE FEET, IN CONNECTION WITH A PROPOSED NEW SINGLE FAMILY DWELLING AT 2334 THE STRAND, LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS LOT 6, BLOCK 24, HERMOSA BEACH TRACT." 2. CONSENT ORDINANCES - None 3. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION Items 1(b), (k), (o), and (q) were heard at this time but are shown in order for clarity. Public comments on items removed from the Consent Calendar are shown under the appropriate item. The meeting recessed at 8:40 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 9:00 P.M., with item 6. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. EXPENDITURE OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY URBAN COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) FUND ALLOCATION FOR FISCAL YEAR 2000-2001. Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated January 18, 2000. Community Development Director Blumenfeld presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. City Manager Burrell also responded to Council questions. The public hearing opened at 8:10 P.M. As no one came forward to address the Council on this issue, the public hearing closed at 8:10 P.M. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to approve by minute order the expenditure of the sixth year 2000-2001 Block Grant estimated allocation, and any additional allocation funding, for the removal of architectural barriers to the disabled. Motion Bowler, second Dunbabin. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. At 8:12 P.M., the order of the agenda was returned to item 3. MUNICIPAL MATTERS 5. PARKING LOT AND METER RATE PROPOSAL. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated January 20, 2000. Supplemental list of parking permits issued, and supplemental letter from Chris G. Bennett of Good Stuff Restaurant received January 25, 2000. Councilmember Edgerton said he would have to abstain from the issue of monthly permits. He left the dais and the room at 9:15 P.M. while that issue was being discussed and returned at 9:20 P.M. City Manager Burrell presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. Coming forward to address the Council on this item were: Gary Wayland - supported raising the on-street meter rate because of the four-hour limit; suggested either cutting down the time or raising the rate; and Pete Tucker - said he thought the plan had been to reduce the time limit down to two-hour parking after the structure was opened. Action: To set the basic off-street parking rate at 50 cents per hour, with an $8 maximum, in the new parking structure and Lot A (a reduction for Lot A). Motion Reviczky, second Edgerton. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Further Action: To keep the basic on-street parking rate at 50 cents per hour from 10 A.M. to 10 P.M. for both yellow and silver meters, with direction to staff to monitor and provide monthly reports on how that is working. Motion Dunbabin, second Edgerton. The motion carried, noting the dissenting votes of Bowler and Reviczky. Councilmember Reviczky requested the placement of a "lot full" sign at the left-turn signal on Hermosa Avenue at 13th Street and the removal of the "no U-turn" sign at that location. Mayor Oakes concurred and also requested the placement of public parking signs directing people to the parking structure and stating the fees. Further Action: To set an evening flat rate, payable upon entry, of $3 after 9:00 P.M. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Further Action: To not change the current coastal daily permit fee. Motion Reviczky, second Edgerton. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Further Action: To set the validation program rate at 50 cents per hour. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Further Action: To raise the employee parking permits to $60 per year and direct staff to come back in March with guidelines and recommendations for an employee parking program and to either extend the existing permit or sell a three-month program in the interim. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Councilmember Reviczky requested that the Council consider extending the preferential parking zone to Cypress Avenue. City Manager Burrell said that issue would be added to the Coastal Plan when it comes before the Council for consideration. Councilmember Edgerton left the dais and the room at 10:25 P.M. due to a potential conflict of interest on the issue of monthly permits. Final Action: To direct staff to bring the issue of monthly permits back in March with the inclusion of a Monday through Friday daytime program. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Councilmember Reviczky requested that staff look at the cost of keeping the shuttle in operation two nights a week and expanding the shuttle route, perhaps into Redondo Beach. Councilmember Bowler concurred, noting the cost could be offset with a minimum charge. Councilmember Edgerton returned to the dais at 10:28 P.M. 6. 14TH STREET TRAFFIC CALMING. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated January 18, 2000. City Manager Burrell presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. Action: To direct staff to provide a report on the issue of street barricades at the budget session. Motion Reviczky, second Edgerton. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. At 9:08 P.M., the order of the agenda was returned to item 5. 7. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY MANAGER - None 8. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY COUNCIL a. APPOINTMENT TO PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMISSION TO FILL AN UNEXPIRED TERM DUE TO UNSCHEDULED VACANCY. Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated January 20, 2000. Supplemental memorandum from Community Resources Director Mary Rooney dated January 25, 2000 concerning the automatic vacancy of Commissioner Todd Kuh effective after the Commission's February 1 meeting. Action: To appoint Geoffrey Hirsch to the unexpired term expiring June 30, 2001. Motion Reviczky, second Edgerton. The motion carried. There was no Council action to waive the automatic vacancy. b. REVIEW OF 1999 FIESTAS. Memorandum from Fiesta Subcommittee members Oakes and Edgerton. Councilmember Edgerton presented the subcommittee report. Coming forward to address the Council on this issue was: Travers Devine - thanked Mayor Oakes and Councilmember Edgerton for working with the Chamber of Commerce on this issue. Police Chief Straser responded to questions. Action: To receive and file the report. Motion Reviczky, second Edgerton. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. c. AMENDMENT TO THE JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS CONCERNING THE PRIVATE INDUSTRY COUNCIL APPOINTING THE CITY OF HAWTHORNE AS THE ADMINISTRATIVE AGENCY. City Manager Burrell responded to Council questions. Action: To authorize the Mayor to execute the documents on behalf of the City. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. 9. OTHER MATTERS - CITY COUNCIL a. Request by Mayor Pro Tem Reviczky to discuss airport committee. Mayor Pro Tem Reviczky spoke to his request. City Manager Burrell responded to Council questions. Action: To authorize the formation of a citizens airport committee, to be open to anyone interested, including those already involved in other groups, to research and monitor issues relating to LAX expansion, changes in flight patterns, noise and safety, and report and make recommendations to the City Council. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. b. Request by Councilmember Edgerton to set a public meeting to discuss closing a small portion of Corona Street off of Prospect Avenue and installation of a stop sign at 14th Street and Corona Street. Councilmember Edgerton spoke to his request. Action: To set a public hearing on February 22, 2000 to address this issue. Motion Edgerton, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Mayor Oakes announced that the meeting would be adjourned in memory of Bunny Seawright, a resident of Hermosa Beach for more than 60 years, who recently passed away. She said Ms. Seawright had been active in the Hermosa Beach Historical Society and in 1935 was the first woman to cross the Catalina Channel in a race aboard a toboggan-like precursor to the water ski. On behalf of the entire City Council, she expressed condolences to the Seawright family. ANNOUNCEMENT IN OPEN SESSION OF ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION AS FOLLOWS: 1. MINUTES: Approval of minutes of Closed Session meeting held on January 11, 2000. 2. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR Government Code Section 54956.8 Property: 30th Street from Pacific Coast Highway west 120 feet. Negotiating Parties: Stephen Burrell & Fritz Hitchcock Under Negotiation: Price & Terms of Payment ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION - The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach adjourned on Tuesday, January 25, 2000, at the hour of 11:15 P.M. to a closed session. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - The Closed Session convened at the hour of 11:20 P.M. At the hour of 11:35 P.M., the Closed Session adjourned to the Regular Meeting. ORAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - There were no decisions made requiring a public announcement. ADJOURNMENT - The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach adjourned in memory of Bunny Seawright on Tuesday, January 25, 2000, at the hour of 11:36 P.M. to the Regular Meeting of Tuesday, February 8, 2000, at the hour of 7:10 P.M. ********************************************************************** MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, held on Tuesday, February 8, 2000, at the hour of 7:19 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Joanne Edgerton ROLL CALL: Present: Bowler, Dunbabin, Edgerton, Reviczky, Mayor Oakes Absent: None ANNOUNCEMENTS : Mayor Oakes wished her daughter Geneva a happy birthday. Councilmember Bowler commented on the excellent performance at the Hermosa Beach Playhouse of "Forbidden Broadway," and highly recommended it to the community. Mayor Oakes concurred, noting that "Greater Tuna" is next in the series. Mayor Oakes commented on the success of the Superbowl Sunday 10K race, noting that the event began with a one-mile race, a competition that attracted youths from all over the state. Councilmember Edgerton read a holiday postcard from a family with five children who received toys during this year's Beach Cities' Toy Drive thanking everyone for their generosity. He said also received was a check for $30 from Evangelos and Lisa Lamprou, which would be put into the account for next year's toy drive. Councilmember Edgerton commented on the press conference and demonstration yesterday in front of the FAA building, which he and Councilmember Dunbabin attended, noting a good turnout of about 50 people from affected communities including Hermosa Beach, Manhattan Beach, Rancho Palos Verdes, El Segundo and Inglewood. He said there is now talk of forming a South Bay Task Force to keep together the group that used to be the Southern California Task Force, despite the FAA's unwillingness to participate. Councilmember Dunbabin said it was important to keep the issue in front of the FAA. Councilmember Dunbabin commented on the success of the County's hazardous waste collection in Hermosa Beach on January 29, noting it was a nice, clean operation that had lots of business. She said it was a positive event for the community. Councilmember Dunbabin congratulated the Hermosa Beach schools for their academic performance, ranking in the top ten percent in California. She said Hermosa has a school district that everyone can be very proud of. Mayor Oakes concurred. Mayor Oakes announced the upcoming Hermosa Beach Education Foundation dinner dance, noting that Joanne Edgerton would be addressing the issue under public participation. Mayor Oakes announced the City's 48th annual Sand and Strand Run, in joint cooperation with Project Touch, to take place Sunday, February 13, 2000, with the two and one-half mile run at 8:00 A.M. and the five-mile run at 9:15 A.M. She said there would also be munchkin races for children, ages 4 through 10, at approximately 50 to 125 yard distances, with medals given to the first through third place finishers in each age division in each race, and all participants would receive a commemorative T-shirt. Mayor Oakes asked about the Learned Lumber site. City Manager Burrell said he would report back to Council on that issue. PROCLAMATION: CENSUS DAY APRIL 1, 2000 Mayor Oakes read the proclamation and proclaimed April 1, 2000 as Census Day in Hermosa Beach. PRESENTATION: Mayor Oakes presented a City tile plaque to Kathy Dunbabin in recognition of her service as a Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Commissioner from October 22, 1996 to November 23, 1999, when she was seated as a member of the City Council. Councilmember Dunbabin expressed gratitude for the plaque and said it had been her pleasure to serve on the Parks and Recreation Commission. CLOSED SESSION REPORT FOR MEETING OF JANUARY 25, 2000 : No reportable actions. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: (a) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Coming forward to address the Council at this time were: Joanne Edgerton - said the Hermosa Beach Education Foundation's annual fundraiser would take place from 5 to 10 P.M. Saturday, February 12, 2000 at Pointe 701, featuring dinner, dancing, and a silent and live auction, with James Blackman as the auctioneer; said tickets were $100 each and all the proceeds would benefit Hermosa Beach schools, restoring important programs that had been cut due to Proposition 13; and Ron Schneider - Librarian of the Hermosa Beach Library, announced that the Library would be closed for refurbishment, including new carpet, tile and paint; said the last day of service would be Saturday, February 26, and they expected to re-open Thursday, April 6; said they could use volunteers to help pack boxes from 9 A.M. to 6 P.M. Sunday, February 27. (b) WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. Letter from Mike Ludwig of the Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce proposing that the City of Hermosa Beach share a portion of the TOT tax with the Chamber of Commerce. Coming forward to address the Council on this item was: Cary Bickelmeyer - Chamber of Commerce, said the intent of the letter was to open a dialogue on the subject. City Manager Burrell responded to Council questions. Action: To refer the matter to the Council subcommittee (Edgerton and Mayor Oakes) and staff for discussion over the next few months, with a request for more information on the matter, including what other cities do with regard to supporting their chambers of commerce. Motion Bowler, second Edgerton. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. 1. CONSENT CALENDAR: Action: To approve the consent calendar recommendations (a) through (m), with the exception of the following items which were removed for discussion in item 3, but are shown in order for clarity: (a) Reviczky at the request of City Clerk Doerfling, (e) Reviczky, (f) Bowler, (h) Dunbabin, and (k) Edgerton. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. At 7:47 P.M., the order of the agenda was suspended to go to public hearing item 4. (a) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE FOLLOWING MINUTES: 1. Minutes of the Adjourned Regular meeting held on January 25, 2000; and 2. Minutes of the Regular meeting held on January 25, 2000. Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated February 2, 2000. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Reviczky, at the request of City Clerk Doerfling, for separate discussion later in the meeting. City Clerk Doerfling requested that the Council review the motion for item 9.a., regarding the formation of a citizen airport committee, and restate the motion, as necessary, to clarify staff's expected level of involvement with the committee. Coming forward to address the Council on this item was: Steve Storm - El Segundo Noise Abatement Committee member, said they gathered facts and presented recommendations to the City Council; suggested getting a copy of their bylaws. Action : To approve 1) the minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of January 25, 2000 as presented, and 2) the minutes of the regular meeting of January 25, 2000, with the following amendment to page 10167, add to the end of the motion for item 9.a.: "with direction to the City Manager to advertise the date, place and time of the first meeting, inviting all interested parties to attend, and to serve as staff liaison. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (b) RECOMMENDATION TO RATIFY CHECK REGISTER NOS. 20067 THROUGH 20239, NOTING VOIDED CHECK NO. 20068. Action: To ratify the check register as presented. c. RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS. Action : To receive and file the tentative future agenda items, as presented. (d) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE DECEMBER 1999 REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORT . Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated February 2, 2000. Action : To receive and file the December 1999 revenue and expenditure reports, as presented. (e) RECOMMENDATION TO ACCEPT A $400.00 DONATION FROM HAWTHORNE SAVINGS TO BE USED FOR SUPPLIES FOR THE SPRING EGGSTRAVAGANZA EVENT ARRANGED BY THE COMMUNITY RESOURCES DEPARTMENT. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated January 31, 2000. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Reviczky for discussion later in the meeting in order to publicly acknowledge and thank the donor. Action: To accept the $400 donation from Hawthorne Savings to be used by the Community Resources Department for supplies for the Spring Eggstravaganza event. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (f) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE EXTENDING THE AGREEMENT WITH WEST COAST LIGHTING TO KEEP PIER PLAZA TREES LIGHTED YEAR ROUND AT AN ANNUAL COST OF $8,800 . Memorandum from Community Resources Director Mary Rooney dated January 31, 2000. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Bowler for discussion later in the meeting. Action: To approve extending the agreement with West Coast Lighting to keep the Pier Plaza palm trees lighted year round at an annual cost of $8,800, as recommended by staff. Motion Bowler, second Dunbabin. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (g) RECOMMENDATION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION REMOVING THE NORTH BOUND "NO U-TURN" RESTRICTION AT HERMOSA AVENUE AND 13TH STREET. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated February 1, 2000. Action : To approve the staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 00-6044, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, REMOVING THE NORTHBOUND "NO U-TURN" RESTRICTION AT HERMOSA AVENUE AND 13TH STREET," as directed by Council at the January 25, 2000 meeting. (h) RECOMMENDATION TO DENY A REQUEST FOR THREE-WAY STOP CONTROL AT VALLEY PARK AVENUE AND 18TH STREET. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated February 1, 2000. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Dunbabin for discussion later in the meeting. Action: To approve the request by residents for a three-way stop control at Valley Drive and 18th Street and adopt Resolution No. 00-6046, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, DESIGNATING THE INTERSECTION OF VALLEY PARK AND 18TH STREET A THREE-WAY STOP CONTROL INTERSECTION." Motion Dunbabin, second Edgerton. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (i) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR CITY TRAFFIC ENGINEERING SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO SOLICIT PROPOSALS. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated January 26, 2000. Action: To approve the Request for Proposals for City Traffic Engineering Services and authorize staff to solicit proposals, as recommended by staff. (j) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR GENERAL CIVIL ENGINEERING SERVICES AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO SOLICIT PROPOSALS. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated January 31, 2000. Action: To approve the Request for Proposals for General Civil Engineering Services and authorize staff to solicit proposals, as recommended by staff. (k) RECOMMENDATION TO AWARD CONTRACT FOR DESIGN SERVICES FOR CIP #98-621, MUNICIPAL PIER ARCHITECTURAL UPGRADES PHASE III, TO PURKISS-ROSE - RSI IN THE AMOUNT OF $174,500 . Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated February 1, 2000. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Edgerton for discussion later in the meeting. Public Works Director Williams presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to: 1. Award the design contract for CIP Project 00-630 Phase III Municipal Pier Architectural Upgrades to purkiss-rose - rsi, California for a fee of $174,500; 2. Authorize the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest the attached Professional Services Agreement subject to approval by the City Attorney; and 3. Authorize the Director of Public Works to make changes to the agreement up to $17,450. Motion Edgerton, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (l) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE CITY'S PARTICIPATION IN A GRANT FROM BEACH CITIES HEALTH DISTRICT FOR A DOMESTIC VIOLENCE ADVOCACY PROGRAM AND AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR AND CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT . Action: To approve the City's participation in a grant from Beach Cities Health District for a domestic violence advocacy program and authorize the Mayor and City Manager to execute the contract. (m) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE WORKSHOP DATES OF THURSDAY, JUNE 1ST AND THURSDAY, JUNE 15TH AT 7:10 P.M. FOR REVIEW OF THE 2000-2001 BUDGET. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated January 26, 2000. Action: To approve the recommended workshop dates of Thursday, June 1, and Thursday, June 15, at 7:10 P.M. for review of the 2000-2001 Budget. 2. CONSENT ORDINANCES - None 3. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION Items 1(a), (e), (f), (h) and (k) were heard at this time but are shown in order for clarity. Public comments on items removed from the Consent Calendar are shown under the appropriate item. The meeting recessed at 9:20 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 9:42 P.M., with item 5. PUBLIC HEARINGS 4. GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT FOR PERMANENT STREET CLOSURE AND CREATION OF A WALKSTREET AT OCEAN VIEW DRIVE BETWEEN 3RD STREET AND 4TH STREET EAST OF PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, AND ADOPTION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION. Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated January 27, 2000. Community Development Director Blumenfeld presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. City Manager Burrell and City Attorney Jenkins also responded to Council questions. The public hearing opened at 7:55 P.M. Coming forward to address the Council on this issue were: Phyllis Lacek - 422 Ocean View Drive, showed photos of her street, said taxpayers were being asked to pay for a walk street or park on a 30 x 80 foot lot, which most residents would not be able to use because of the lack of parking; said it would also create a hazard because of ongoing construction in the area; Philip Donatelli - 456 Ocean View Drive, spoke in opposition to a walk street, noting it was not among the four options initially considered; said there were many parks available already; said the quality of his life had not changed for the better with the barricades; spoke of continuing traffic problems and cited three accidents at Fifth Street and Pacific Coast Highway during the past month; Valerie Clark - 406 Ocean View Drive, spoke in opposition to a walk street; said there have been a lot more traffic problems with the street closure, with people having to turn around; Karen Welkus - 925 Third Street, said she was originally opposed to the street closure but then decided a park was a good idea; spoke in opposition to a walk street; John Scanlon - 915 and 909 Third Street, adjacent to the lot in question, spoke in favor of a park for safety reasons; Janet Taranto - 906 Third Street, said the new construction in the area does make traffic and parking difficult but the result will be additional on-site parking spaces; urged the Council to vote in favor of the request; Henderson Webb - 840 Third Street, said that section of the road has always been dangerous; said the area was now being used as a park; Ellen Murphy - 843 Third Street, spoke in favor of a park; urged the Council to move forward; Phyllis Lacek - 422 Ocean View Drive, requested, if the Council votes for the closure, that the barricades be removed until the construction is over so the trucks can drive through; Philip Donatelli - 456 Ocean View Drive, said the traffic was not all construction trucks; Gene Taranto - 906 Third Street, said the traffic study has been done, the street has always been a hazard, and this was a quality of life issue and a unique section of town; Craig Nykaza - 908 Third Street, spoke in favor of the closure; said the street has always been a safety hazard; Catherine Byrne - 917 Third Street, said the main issue was safety, noting there were many young children on the street; urged the Council to approve the closure; Jan (last name indistinct) - Fifth Street and Ocean View Drive, said it was Third Street residents who wanted to close Ocean View Drive; and John Scanlon - 915 Third Street, disagreed with taking the barricades down for parked trucks. The public hearing closed at 8:27 P.M. Action: To approve the recommendation of the Planning Commission to adopt Resolution No. 00-6045 , entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE CIRCULATION, TRANSPORTATION AND PARKING ELEMENT OF THE GENERAL PLAN TO IDENTIFY A SEGMENT OF OCEAN VIEW AVENUE AS A WALK STREET, AND ADOPTION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION FOR SAID GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT." Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried, noting the dissenting vote of Edgerton. Final Action : To direct staff to come back with a landscape plan for the site. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. At 8:40 P.M., the order of the agenda returned to item 2. MUNICIPAL MATTERS 5. MID YEAR BUDGET REVIEW 1999-00. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated January 27, 2000. Finance Director Copeland presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. City Manager Burrell also responded to Council questions. Action : To approve the revisions to estimated revenue, appropriations, budget transfers and fund balances as shown in the Budget Summary and Revenue Worksheet in the staff report, with a total designation of $1.3 million of the General Fund Utility Users Tax revenue to be spent for sewer replacement and capital projects. Motion Reviczky, second Edgerton. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. 6. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY MANAGER a. AQMD PROPOSED RULE 1190 - LOW EMISSION OR ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLES . Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated January 31, 2000. City Manager Burrell withdrew this item from the agenda. b. HOUSING ELEMENT REVISIONS TIME EXTENSION (AB1744) TO DECEMBER 31, 2000. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated February 2, 2000. Action : Mayor Oakes directed, with the consensus of the Council, the authorization of a letter of support for AB1744 which extends the deadline for submitting revisions to the housing element from June 30, 2000 to December 31, 2000, and further directed the City Manager to track the bill, as recommended by staff. 7. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY COUNCIL a. SCHEDULING APPLICANT INTERVIEWS FOR UNSCHEDULED VACANCY OF UNEXPIRED TERM ON PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMISSION. Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated February 1, 2000. Action: To schedule a meeting at 6:30 P.M. prior to the regular meeting of February 22, 2000 for the purpose of interviewing applicants, with appointment to be made later that evening during the regular Council meeting. Motion Bowler, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. 8. OTHER MATTERS - CITY COUNCIL - None ADJOURNMENT - The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach adjourned on Tuesday, February 8, 2000 at the hour of 9:57 P.M. to an Adjourned Regular Meeting on Thursday, February 17, 2000 at the hour of 7:10 P.M. for the conduct of a goals and objectives session. ********************************************************************** MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, held on Thursday, February 17, 2000, at the hour of 7:25 P.M. ROLL CALL: Present: Bowler, Dunbabin, Edgerton, Reviczky, Mayor Oakes Absent: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Dick McCurdy, resident 20000 GOALS AND DIRECTIONS: a) COUNCIL COMMENTS: Mayor Oakes said that most of the citizens knew of the changes in the downtown, but many regional problems impacted on Hermosa Beach and were not so visible. She said that she felt that one of the most important goals for the city was, is and will continue to be the modification of the Storm Drain System to eliminate as much of the dumping of contaminated waste into the ocean as possible. She spoke of grants received for some of these changes including pumping into the sewer system, where waste is treated, rather than direct dumping into the ocean. Councilmember Reviczky said that he was proud of the fact that the city was much more financially secure now than it was six years ago when a large cut in staff was required to keep the city functioning. He thanked the city employees for their hard work and City Manager Stephen Burrell for his leadership. Councilmember Edgerton spoke of the unifying effect of the R/UDAT study and its guideline to the improvements in the downtown area. Councilmember Dunbabin said that she was looking forward to moving on to new challenges and felt that most of the changes had been for the betterment of the city. Councilmember Bowler said that he felt that the number of goals that have been accomplished was impressive, and that he saw a new sense of community among the residents as a result of the positive changes. b) CITY MANAGER COMMENTS: City Manager Burrell spoke to his report and said that the purpose of this meeting was to set clear goals for the City Council and staff to work on during the coming year and beyond. Mr. Burrell listed items under current consideration as: * Downtown: The discussion of an overall direction for the downtown was referred to this meeting. This discussion needs to happen before staff can develop realistic options for Council consideration at a regular City Council meeting. * Communication Services: A staff initiated discussion on the future of the public safety communication center. As you know, the City has received a proposal from El Segundo and, yesterday, from RCC to provide public safety communications for us. A report evaluating the proposals is attached. The purpose of this discussion would be to determine whether or not outsourcing of this service is something that the City Council is interested in considering. This will be the subject of a regular City Council meeting in March. * Projects Upcoming/Policy Activities: The public hearing will be held on February 29th on the proposed changes to development standards for the residential zones. The Local Coastal Plan has been completed and is in draft form. The public hearing process will start with the Planning Commission in March, with City Council consideration in June. This would mean that Hermosa Beach would have permitting control, although an item could always be appealed to the Coastal Commission. An RFP will be developed, beginning in July, for a new trash and recycling contract. The present agreement ends in June 2001. This will allow plenty of time for bidding the operation out. An RFP for a new Housing Element to the General Plan will be issued and will be on an April agenda for approval. This is a state mandated program that will cost around $50,000 to complete. The city risks losing CDBG funds if it is not done. The realistic deadline for completion of this is December, 2000...Currently the deadline is July 1, 2000. * Master Plans: Community Center is now the focus of the block grant funds and other funds to both repair and enhance the facility. It is important to set up an ongoing program to make sure it meets the needs of the community, including added parking. Civic Center long range plan to take into account future needs and provide space and parking to ensure we will meet the needs of the community, including possibly enlarging or relocating the library, creating greater parking through a structure, etc. City Yard - Once the oil project is settled, this facility needs to be improved. * NPDES: New permit and ordinance to implement new regulations. A great deal of the implementation work on these programs is outsourced. The City has remained in compliance and the South Bay Council of Governments is planning to take a proactive stance on these requirements and permits. The inland cities are now showing reluctance to the permitting process as they do not see or feel the effects of storm drain pollution as we do. * AB939 Additional programs will be offered to ensure that we meet the 50% mandate and perhaps more. The reporting and compliance work on this is also outsourced. The City received an award for our 1999 report and compliance achievement as the city is now at 45 percent diversion through recycling. * Municipal Code Enforcement: A certain amount of additional effort needs to be spent in this area. This includes trash cans, building and zoning codes, occupancy limits, newspaper racks and others that surface from time to time * Information Technology/Public Access: This is an area where a plan and implementation schedule would be very helpful. This would also include a number of issues brought to you by others such as cable display of agendas, Web radio broadcasts, etc. These need to be set up in programs with appropriate resources and backed up with City Council policy. * Capital Projects Plan: Staff will have a status board of ongoing projects. This would be the time to discuss new projects or set different priorities for others. c. 2000 CITY COUNCIL GOALS - The following items were listed as goals for year 2000 and beyond: * Maintain a sense of community through the enhancement of the city image, cultural resources and quality of life issues. * NEW - Improve communications with the city commissions through individual joint meetings. * Promote compatible businesses; work on joint efforts with the Chamber of Commerce. * Continue to address environmental concerns, particularly storm drain issues by keeping abreast of research and development toward a sump pump system to dispose of low flows into the sewer system, efficient grease traps and adding dog baggies on the Greenbelt and in other public areas to dispose of animal waste. * Reduce traffic into residential neighborhoods. * Continue to focus on residential/business harmony through a balance of the needs of both. * Continue to seek solutions to parking issues through six-month parking meter policy reviews and finding a means to encourage satellite-parking areas to eliminate the overflow business parking from encroaching into residential areas. * NEW - Study the possibility of shuttle service for Hermosa Beach in conjunction with satellite parking. * NEW - Review the "Wave" program for more economical alternatives before the next budget is approved. * NEW - Establish cost figures for a public use building at the western end of the Pier that would include the cost of infrastructure, a caterer's kitchen and a square foot cost at maximum size. * Maintain strict interpretation of the zoning code to the entire planning process. * Continue to maintain the highest public safety. * Encourage the continuation of emergency preparedness, including training volunteers and providing information to the community, through links to the schools, such as "The Great Escape", and to other community organizations. * Maintain the emphasis on streamlining and reducing regulations in the bureaucratic process. * NEW - Combine "Customer Service" and a feedback system into the development of an improved website and communication system. * Increase productivity. * Improve morale. * Improve long range C.I.P. project funding and timetable. * Continue to upgrade the sewer system. * NEW - Establish funding and a timeline for the renovation of upper Pier Avenue. * Monitor Bike Path issues regarding safety and the completion of the north Strand and study long-term solutions to congestion on the Strand. * NEW - Establish a P.C.H./Aviation task force to focus on the problems and improvements to be made for this area. Establish a Pacific Coast Highway Enhancement Commission. * Communication infrastructure to include conduit pipelines when possible to avoid tearing up an area more than once. * NEW - Encourage neighborhood undergrounding projects by exploring all available options and by placing streets that have been undergrounded on a priority list for re-paving. * Continue to lobby for legislative reform. * NEW - Correct the unsightly condition of the trash cans on the Strand as they are too small, always overflowing and have no recycling counterpart containers. * NEW - Get rid of the chemical toilets in the downtown area. * NEW - Set a city priority to repave damaged streets, targeting areas where there was sewer construction, undergrounding, go east of P.C.H., and remember the alleys. * NEW - Create quality aesthetics for closed streets, not just ugly gates or barricades. * NEW - Increase the levels of service from the Public Works Department such as tree trimming on city property easements, cleaning up unsightly trash or cutting weeds. * NEW - Create a Public Works Commission for standards to deal with aesthetics and quality of project issues, such as the Greenbelt ramp, trash cans, benches and signs. * NEW - Design uniformity for city signage using wooden signs; let people know that they are in Hermosa Beach and feel proud to live here. * NEW - Create a master plan for city e-government starting with a sub-committee of Councilmember Bowler, City Manager Burrell and Deputy City Clerk Valdes. * NEW - Re-examine the theatre project for the downtown to try to bring a theatre back to Hermosa Beach. * NEW - Consider decreasing the Utility User Tax. Projects that did not receive consensus at this time included: * An additional parking structure in the downtown. * Return to a five-day workweek for non-safety employees at city hall. * Banning any construction on Sunday. CITIZEN COMMENTS: No one came forward to address the Council at this time. ADJOURNMENT - The Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach adjourned on Thursday, February 17, 2000, at the hour of 10:21 P.M. to the Regular Meeting of Tuesday, February 22, 2000. ********************************************************************** MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, held on Tuesday, February 22, 2000, at the hour of 6:38 P.M. ROLL CALL: Present: Bowler, Dunbabin, Mayor Pro Tempore Reviczky Absent: Edgerton and Mayor Oakes (both late arrivals) INTERVIEWS OF APPLICANTS FOR PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMISSION - ONE SEAT - UNSCHEDULED VACANCY - UNEXPIRED TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 2001 Mayor Pro Tempore Reviczky called the meeting to order and welcomed the applicants, noting that the actual appointment would be made later during the regular City Council meeting when the scheduled item comes up on the agenda. Pursuant to past procedure, the applicants were interviewed separately, apart from the others, with each Councilmember asking one or more questions of each of the applicants. Recognizing that this was a public meeting open to any member of the public wishing to observe the interviews, each of the applicants waited their turn in the City Hall foyer and entered the Council Chambers one at a time when called, in alphabetical order. (Councilmember Edgerton arrived at 6:40 p.m. at the start of the interview session with the first applicant, Howard Fishman. Mayor Oakes arrived at 6:49 p.m. midway through the interview session with the second applicant, Wayne Hagendorf.) Coming forward to proceed with the interview process and respond to individual Council questions were the following applicants: 1) Howard Fishman 2) Wayne Hagendorf 3) Peter Tucker 4) Monica Shiel Westley CITIZEN COMMENTS - None ADJOURNMENT - The Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, adjourned on Tuesday, February 22, 2000, at the hour of 7:05 P.M., to the Regular meeting of the same date, which was scheduled to begin at the hour of 7:10 P.M. ********************************************************************** MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, held on Tuesday, February 22, 2000, at the hour of 7:25 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Hermosa Beach Boy Scout Troop 860 and Cub Scout Troop 860 Color Guard. ROLL CALL: Present: Bowler, Dunbabin, Edgerton, Reviczky, Mayor Oakes Absent: None ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mayor Oakes announced that the meeting would be adjourned in memory of Magdaline Barks, a Hermosa Beach resident since 1938 who passed away two weeks ago and whose son, George Barks, had served for 12 years as a member of the Hermosa Beach City Council, from 1974 to 1986. She said the meeting would also be adjourned in memory of Duane Midstokke, who passed away last week and whose daughter, Hermosa Beach resident Kathleen Midstokke, served as a member of the Hermosa Beach City Council from 1989 to 1993 and as City Clerk from 1984 to 1989. She expressed condolences to both families on behalf of the entire City Council. Councilmember Bowler spoke of problems at the Marineland mobile home park due to the recent rain, noting that he and Councilmember Reviczky observed water up to two feet deep surrounding the lower end of the park -- an ongoing problem that the City was told had previously been dealt with. He requested that staff send a letter to the park management/ property owner expressing Council's displeasure and instructing them to take care of the problem, which was a health and safety issue for the park residents. City Manager Burrell said he would follow Council's direction. Councilmember Edgerton commented on the annual crime statistics of local cities as reported in the Daily Breeze February 20, 2000, which showed crime was down 31.9 percent in Hermosa Beach from 1993 figures. Mayor Oakes reminded citizens that April 1, 2000 was Census Day and encouraged everyone to fill out the census forms. Mayor Oakes spoke of the success of the Education Foundation's fundraiser held February 12, 2000 at Pointe 705, noting it was an annual event to raise money for the City's schools. Councilmember Edgerton said the benefit netted $78,000 this year, exceeding the $60,000 netted last year. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: (a) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Coming forward to address the Council at this time were: Shirley Cassell - Hermosa Beach, said the stacks of lumber, windows and doors at the Learned site were unsightly and so high that they would not be hidden even if trees were planted; said the Chamber of Commerce made money from the two Fiestas and the Farmers Market, as well as member dues, and did not need funding from the City; expressed concern about the City's high workman's compensation costs, noting a minimum annual cost of $700,000 from 1996 through 1999; suggested that the City may have to contract services out to avoid those high costs; and Michael Keegan - Hermosa Beach, spoke of problems with properties that do not complete their hook-ups in a timely manner in the Loma Drive underground area, which will delay the project; requested that the Council set a time limit for property owners to hook up and develop a procedure to allow City staff to go onto properties that miss the deadline and put the hook-ups in, at the property owners expense. Pursuant to Council direction, City Manager Burrell said he would research the issue of establishing a policy, including checking with other cities, and bring back in outline form the steps that would need to be taken. Continuing to come forward to address the Council were: Dale Anderson - 1107 Loma Drive, concurred with the previous speaker's concern about getting the hook-ups done, noting particular concern with the people who abstained or voted against the undergrounding; said he heard the sewer replacement would have to wait for pole removal (staff advised him that was not the case); Earl Keegan - Loma Drive property owner, said the streets located in utility undergrounding districts should be higher on the priority list for repaving, noting the increased property tax in those areas (he was advised that a motion to that effect was made at the February 17, 2000 goals meeting); and Tom Sedgwick - 2459 Myrtle Drive, spoke in support of the request for City guidelines regarding a deadline for hook-ups. (b) WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. Letter from Jim Lissner dated February 15, 2000 regarding Council meeting sound. City Manager Burrell responded to Council questions. Action: Mayor Oakes directed, with the consensus of the Council, that staff look into obtaining lapel microphones for use until the completion of the Council Chambers remodel and the installation of a new sound system, perhaps getting free samples, with the matter returning to the Council only if the cost is higher than $100 to $150 each. 1. CONSENT CALENDAR: Action: To approve the consent calendar recommendations (a) through (p), with the exception of the following items which were removed for discussion in item 3, but are shown in order for clarity: (f) Edgerton, (g) Reviczky, (k) Edgerton, (l) Edgerton, and (o) Mayor Oakes. Motion Bowler, second Edgerton. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. At 8:04 P.M., the order of the agenda was suspended to go to hearing item 4. (a) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL HELD ON FEBRUARY 8, 2000. Action: To approve as presented the minutes of the Regular Meeting of the City Council held on February 8, 2000. (b) RECOMMENDATION TO RATIFY CHECK REGISTER NOS. 20240 THROUGH 20415, NOTING VOIDED CHECK NOS. 20242, 20253, 20284, AND 20365. Action: To ratify the check register as presented. (c) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS. Action : To receive and file the tentative future agenda items, as presented. (d) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE JANUARY 2000 FINANCIAL REPORTS: (1) Revenue and expenditure report; (2) City Treasurer's report; and (3) Investment report. Action : To receive and file the January 2000 Financial Reports, as presented. (e) RECOMMENDATION TO DENY THE FOLLOWING CLAIM AND REFER IT TO THE CITY'S LIABILITY CLAIMS ADMINISTRATOR . Memorandum from Personnel Director/Risk Manager Michael Earl dated February 14, 2000. Claimant: Currell, Kevin M. Date of Loss: 09-02-99 Date Filed: 02-14-00 Action : To deny the claim and refer it to the City's Liability Claims Administrator, as recommended by staff. (f) RECOMMENDATION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION ADDING NEW FIRE CHIEF , RUSSELL TINGLEY, TO THE LIST OF AUTHORIZED PERSONNEL ELIGIBLE TO UTILIZE THE CITY'S VISA CARD. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated February 8, 2000. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Edgerton for discussion later in the meeting. City Manager Burrell responded to Council questions. Action : To approve the staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 00-6048, entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 97-5887 RELATING TO AUTHORIZED USERS OF VISA CARD SERVICES FROM SOUTH BAY CREDIT UNION ," thereby adding new Fire Chief Russell Tingley to the list of authorized personnel eligible to utilize the City's VISA card, amended to specify "for authorized purposes." Motion Edgerton, second Mayor Oakes. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (g) RECOMMENDATION TO ACCEPT DONATION OF $1000 FROM RUBIN POSTAIR & ASSOCIATES (HONDA CORPORATION) TO BE USED FOR SKATE PARK STAFFING . Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated February 10, 2000. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Reviczky for discussion later in the meeting in order to publicly acknowledge and thank the donor. Action : To accept the $1,000 donation from Rubin Postair & Associates (Honda Corporation) to be used for Skate Park staffing. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (h) RECOMMENDATION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE RELEASE OF FUNDS AVAILABLE UNDER THE JUVENILE ACCOUNTABILITY INCENTIVE BLOCK GRANT (JAIBG) TO THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES . Memorandum from Police Chief Val Straser dated February 10, 2000. Action : To approve the staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 00-6047, entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE RELEASE OF FUNDS AVAILABLE UNDER THE JUVENILE ACCOUNTABILITY INCENTIVE BLOCK GRANT (JAIBG) TO THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES." (i) RECOMMENDATION TO AUTHORIZE A COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT WITH THE CITY OF MANHATTAN BEACH FOR STORM WATER CONTINUOUS DEFLECTIVE SEPARATOR UNITS AND AUTHORIZE A DESIGN CONTRACT WITH CDS TECHNOLOGIES, INC. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated February 8, 2000. Action : To approve the staff recommendation to authorize a Cooperative Agreement with the City of Manhattan Beach for Storm Water Continuous Deflective Separator Units and to authorize a Design Contract with CDS Technologies, Inc. for a total amount of $21,421, with the City's share to be $16,601. (j) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE ACTION MINUTES FROM THE PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING OF JANUARY 4, 2000. Action: To receive and file action minutes from the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission meeting of January 4, 2000. (k) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE CLASS SPECIFICATION FOR COMMUNITY SERVICES FIELD SUPERVISOR. Memorandum from Personnel Director/Risk Manager Michael Earl dated February 16, 2000. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Edgerton for discussion later in the meeting. City Manager Burrell responded to Council questions. Action : To approve the class specification for Community Services Field Supervisor, as recommended by staff and approved by the Civil Service Board at its February 16, 2000 meeting. Motion Edgerton, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (l) RECOMMENDATION TO ADOPT RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL MAP #52508 FOR AN EIGHT-UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT (LOT 1) AND THE RECONFIGURATION OF THE LEARNED LUMBER PROPERTY (LOT 2) LOCATED AT 635 AND 705 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY . Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated February 10, 1999. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Edgerton for discussion later in the meeting. City Manager Burrell and Assistant City Attorney Craig Steele responded to Council questions. Action : To approve the staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 00-6049, entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, GRANTING APPROVAL OF FINAL TRACT MAP #52508 TO RESUBDIVIDE THE EXISTING LOTS INTO TWO NEW LOTS FOR AN 8-UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT ON LOT 1, AND COMMERCIAL PURPOSES ON LOT 2, LOCATED AT 635 AND 705 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA." Motion Edgerton, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (m) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE ACTION MINUTES FROM THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF FEBRUARY 15, 2000. Action: To receive and file the action minutes from the Planning Commission meeting of February 15, 2000. (n) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION OF $291 OF PROPOSITION A FUNDS TO CLOSE OUT THE DOWNTOWN SHUTTLE SERVICE. Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated February 15, 2000. Action: To approve the additional appropriation of $291 of Proposition A funds to close out the downtown shuttle service, as recommended by staff. (o) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE QUARTERLY REPORT ON WORKERS' COMPENSATION. Memorandum from Personnel Director/Risk Manager Michael Earl dated February 16, 2000. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Mayor Oakes for discussion later in the meeting. City Manager Burrell responded to Council questions. Personnel Director/Risk Manager Earl also responded to Council questions, saying the next report would include the incident rate per hours worked. Action: To receive and file the quarterly report on workers' compensation, from October 1, 1999 through December 31, 1999, as recommended by staff. Motion Reviczky, second Edgerton. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (p) RECOMMENDATION TO AUTHORIZE CITY MEMBERSHIP IN THE CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION FOR LOCAL ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT (CALED). Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated February 17, 2000. Action : To authorize City membership in the California Association for Local Economic Development (CALED), with an annual membership cost of $425, as recommended by staff. 2. CONSENT ORDINANCES - None 3. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION Items 1(f), (g), (k), (l), and (o) were heard at this time but are shown in order for clarity. Public comments on items removed from the Consent Calendar are shown under the appropriate item. HEARINGS 4. CONSIDERATION OF REQUEST TO CLOSE A PORTION OF CORONA STREET AT PROSPECT AVENUE/14TH STREET AND OTHER TRAFFIC ISSUES IN THE AREA . Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated February 14, 2000. Public Works Director Williams presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. The hearing opened at 8:14 P.M. Coming forward to address the Council on this item were: Khurt Maier - corner of Corona and 14th streets, spoke of safety issues, noting there were a lot of children on the street; said the triangle area was the worst and requested temporarily blocking off Corona Street at Prospect Avenue; said he spoke to neighbors on 14th Street and they were in favor of anything that would slow the traffic; Martin Moreno - 1326 Corona Street, said blocking the entrance to Corona Street from Prospect Avenue was the main concern of the residents, and the stop sign was secondary; requested that the traffic study include traffic coming from Aviation Boulevard as well; said making Corona a safer street required mitigating the traffic coming from either direction; Robert Josefeck - 1235 Corona Street, midway between Aviation and Prospect Avenue, urged the Council to approve the staff recommendation; and Val Straser - Police Chief, suggested continuing the double yellow line up Aviation Boulevard to Prospect Avenue to eliminate the left turn at Corona Street (Public Works Director Williams recommended holding off on that suggestion until after the traffic study). The hearing closed at 8:35 P.M. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to: 1. Approve the six-month temporary closure of Corona Street at Prospect Avenue to mitigate the cut-through traffic in both directions on Corona Street; 2. Direct staff to conduct a "before" and "after" traffic study to measure the potential negative impacts of the closure and to report back to City Council; and 3. Defer action of the STOP sign installation request at this time. Motion Bowler, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. The meeting recessed at 8:50 P.M. The meeting reconvened at 9:13 P.M. with item 5. MUNICIPAL MATTERS 5. REQUEST FOR CITY ASSISTANCE IN THE FORMATION OF A BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated February 17, 2000. City Manager Burrell presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. Coming forward to address the Council on this item was: Patricia Spiritus Benz - said there was a nice mix of 241 businesses in the proposed district, west of Valley Drive; noted the percentage breakdown on the different types of businesses; said this was a wonderful opportunity. Action : To direct staff to work with the business owners to formally initiate the process for the formation of a Business Improvement District (BID) in the downtown area, as recommended by staff. Motion Reviczky, second Mayor Oakes. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. 6. NORTH PIER PARKING STRUCTURE, LOT A AND LOT B PARKING OPERATIONS. Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated February 15, 2000. City Manager Burrell presented the staff report and responded to Council questions, clarifying that the daily passes were available Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., and the daily rate at 50 cents per hour would not exceed $8 in the parking structure and Lot A, noting that he would report back to Council at the next meeting on how the flat evening rate was working out. Coming forward to address the Council on this item was: Chris Hall - 1140 Hermosa Avenue, expressed concern about increasing the business monthly fee; said it seemed counterproductive, noting that there was no guaranteed parking space. Action : To approve the proposed rates and operations for the downtown parking areas, as recommended by staff. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. At 10 P.M., the order of the agenda returned to item 2. 7. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY MANAGER - None 8. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY COUNCIL a. APPOINTMENT TO PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMISSION TO FILL AN UNEXPIRED TERM DUE TO UNSCHEDULED VACANCY . Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated February 17, 2000. City Clerk Doerfling presented the staff report. Action: To appoint Howard Fishman to the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission to fill an unexpired term ending June 30, 2001. Motion Bowler, second Reviczky. The motion carried. 9. OTHER MATTERS - CITY COUNCIL a. Request from Councilmember Edgerton for consideration of a stop sign at Prospect and 10th Street. Councilmember Edgerton spoke to his request. Action: Mayor Oakes directed, with the consensus of the Council, to let the residents bring in petitions to initiate consideration. City Manager Burrell asked the Airport Subcommittee members (Edgerton and Reviczky) if they had a preference on a meeting date for the citizen airport committee, suggesting either Wednesday, March 8, or Thursday, March 9. The subcommittee members indicated they would not attend that first meeting; City Manager Burrell said he would schedule it. ANNOUNCEMENT IN OPEN SESSION OF ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION AS FOLLOWS: 1. MINUTES: Approval of minutes of Closed Session meeting held on January 25, 2000. 2. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 Title: City Manager ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION - The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach adjourned on Tuesday, February 22, 2000, at the hour of 10:28 P.M. to a closed session. RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION - The Closed Session convened at the hour of 10:53 P.M. At the hour of 10:58 P.M., the Closed Session adjourned to the Regular Meeting. ORAL ANNOUNCEMENTS - There were no decisions made requiring a public announcement. ADJOURNMENT - The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach adjourned in memory of Magdaline Barks and Duane Midstokke on Tuesday, February 22, 2000, at the hour of 10:59 P.M. to an Adjourned Regular Meeting on Tuesday, February 29, 2000, at the hour of 7:10 P.M. to review proposed changes to residential development standards. ********************************************************************** MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, held on Tuesday, February 29, 2000, at the hour of 7:20 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Betty Ryan ROLL CALL: Present: Bowler, Dunbabin, Edgerton, Reviczky, Mayor Oakes Absent: None ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mayor Oakes announced that the next Friends of the Library Book Sale would take place Saturday, March 25, 2000, from 9 A.M. to 1 P.M. at its usual location in front of the Library and also on the west side of Bard Street next to the antique store, due to the current renovation of the Library and the group's storage of books and tables in a City warehouse on Bard Street. Councilmember Edgerton announced the Hermosa Beach Little League opening ceremonies at Clark Field at 6:15 P.M. on Friday, March 3, 2000, noting that Mayor Oakes would throw out the first pitch at 7 P.M. Councilmember Dunbabin announced a Project Touch fundraiser Sunday, March 12, 2000, at the Jackson Village Bistro, with brunch from 9:30 A.M. to 2:30 P.M. and special raffles between 11 A.M. and 2 P.M. Councilmember Bowler announced that he would have to leave the meeting at 9 P.M. in order to catch the last flight to San Francisco to attend a conference. 1. CONSIDERATION OF TEXT AMENDMENTS TO SINGLE-FAMILY AND MULTI-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS OF THE ZONING ORDINANCE INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PARKING REQUIREMENTS FOR SINGLE-FAMILY PROJECTS AND EXPANSIONS TO NONCONFORMING BUILDINGS; OPEN SPACE REQUIREMENTS AND SETBACKS IN R-2, R-2B, AND R-3 ZONES; ELIMINATION OF NUMBER OF STORIES REQUIREMENT IN R-1, R-1A, R-2, AND R-2B ZONES; LOT COVERAGE DEFINITION; AND ADOPTION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION . Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated February 22, 2000. Supplemental information from the Community Development Department received February 29, 2000. Supplemental letter from Nancy Schwappach dated February 29, 2000. Mayor Oakes said this workshop meeting was scheduled for the sole purpose of discussing proposed amendments to the City's residential development standards. Mayor Pro Tempore Reviczky said the Council was looking at the standards because people continually come forward to object to individual projects with concerns about issues such as parking, bulk, open space and setbacks. It was the consensus of the Council to handle the issues separately. It was noted that any changes approved this evening would have to come back for final action. Community Development Director Blumenfeld presented the staff report and responded to Council questions on the proposed elimination of the single family guest parking requirement, noting that the parking requirements were based on use (single family) rather than zone (R-1). Coming forward to address the Council on this issue were: Shirley Cassell - 611 Monterey Boulevard, said to save time, the Council should let people speak once rather than on each issue; Roger Creighton - 1070 Third Street, questioned what effect the change would have on the 25-foot wide, 2200-square-foot lots that dominate the area and if the 17-foot required setback would be reduced to 9 feet (Mayor Oakes said the 17-foot garage setback was not in question, and the 9-foot setback applied only to alleys); Betty Ryan - 588 - 20th Street, spoke against the proposed change; said parking was a problem in the majority of residential areas; Paul Brennan - 309 26th Street, said he had a single family home in an R-2 zone with a street to alley lot and expressed concern about the proposed change (Councilmember Reviczky said the standards would not affect existing structures, only new structures or remodels greater than 50 percent); George Shweiri - 304 Manhattan Avenue, said he had a single family home in an R-3 zone; thought the proposed change should be considered due to the less restrictive standards that currently exist for the surrounding multi-family structures; Edith Pfeifer - 843 Loma Drive, spoke against the proposed change; said there were usually a lot of drivers in single family homes, i.e. parents and their children when they reach driving age; Mike Watson - 661 25th Street, said it was ironic that the Council was considering taking parking away from single family and adding it to multi family; cited parking problems near the beach and said standards should be consistent; said small lots could be granted variances; Pete Tucker - 235 34th Street, said the 17-foot setback was meant to eliminate or mitigate the parking problems; suggested that the Council also keep the alley setback at nine feet; Troy Pliska - 1348 Palm Drive, asked if all items would be voted on at the same time, as his opinion on some issues would depend on the outcome of others (Mayor Oakes said this item affected only single family parking, and that multi-family issues would be discussed together); Nancy Schwappach - 3124 Hermosa Avenue, supported the proposed change; said her lot was on a narrow alley in the Shakespeare tract and must meet the minimum turning radius; supported reducing single family parking in R-3 zones; Jill Hewes - 126 Monterey Boulevard, spoke in favor of the change; said she had a small home in an R-3 zone with a single-car garage and a parking space in the 17-foot setback; said she would need additional parking in order to remodel; Park Lee - 1250 Eighth Street, spoke in favor of the change; said he had a one-car garage and one space in the driveway; said he could not add to his house because of the additional parking currently required; and Jo Hollingsworth - 607 Gould Terrace, opposed reducing the guest parking requirement because parking was such a premium in the City. Action : To maintain the existing single family parking standards rather than lessen them as proposed. Motion Edgerton, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Community Development Director Blumenfeld presented the staff report and responded to Council questions on the proposal to eliminate the limitation on the number of stories in all residential zones, keeping only the height limit standard. Coming forward to address the Council on this issue were: Shirley Cassell - 611 Monterey Boulevard, said this was a public hearing and the Council should not consider continuing any portion of it and should stop wasting time; and Bill Lyle - 715 First Street, expressed concern about neighboring construction (City Manager Burrell said the height limit was measured before the start of construction; Mayor Oakes suggested Mr. Lyle meet with staff). Action: To eliminate the story limitation from the Zoning Code and maintain only the height limit standard. Motion Mayor Oakes, second Bowler. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Community Development Director Blumenfeld presented the staff reports and responded to Council questions on the following proposals relating to multi-family projects: increasing guest parking; no longer allowing roof decks to count towards open space requirements; requiring greater front and rear setbacks on upper floors; and requiring 200 square feet of open space per unit to be on the ground open to the sky. Action: By consensus, the Council expressed no interest in the proposal to require greater front and rear setbacks on the upper floors in multi-family zones. Before leaving the meeting at 9 P.M., Councilmember Bowler expressed his interest in increasing the multi-family parking requirements, but said he had no interest in changing standards on the issues pertaining to roof deck open space and open space on the ground. Coming forward to address the Council on the issues of multi-family guest parking, roof deck open space, and open space on the ground were: Jerry Compton - architect, 1200 Artesia Boulevard #300, did not oppose increasing the guest parking to one space per condominium unit, noting he tries when possible to provide two per unit, but expressed concern about adding displaced parking spaces as well, because in many areas, such as walk streets, the parking could not be provided without going tandem; Roger Creighton - 1070 Third Street, suggested increasing the parking requirements but allowing exemptions in certain areas of the city; said a big problem in town was the use of garages for purposes other than parking; George Shweir - 304 Manhattan Avenue, said he had a home on a half lot in the R-3 zone; compared the small lot sizes in Hermosa Beach to the larger lots in other cities; suggested making open space a percentage of the lot size (Councilmember Reviczky said the City already had a small lot exemption at 2100 square feet); Mike Watson - 661 25th Street, said most of the City's parking problems were caused by the older rentals rather than new condominiums; was opposed to a parking increase for condominiums; Gary Skardina - 625 30th Street, said he bought his property in 1987 and was planning to develop it soon; expressed concern about the issues of open space, roof decks and additional setbacks on upper floors; wanted the rules to maintain a level playing field; Rob Seaman - 1120 Loma Drive, said parking was the hardest component of planning his condominium project; cited problems with turning radius, setback and raised grade requirements; said increasing guest spaces would make many sites single family lots; suggested if parking is increased that other restrictions be lessened; Charlie Cheatum - 548 Seventh Street, supported adopting increased parking standards; said there was a need in the City for more greenery in front of structures and suggested requiring increased open space on the ground in front to eliminate the concrete jungle look; Bernie Talmas - 1649 Monterey Boulevard, was opposed to all of the changes being considered; said he lived in an older structure built in the 1930s, and the changes would prohibit him from changing or upgrading his building because he could not meet the parking requirements for his two units; said his ocean view is now blocked by new boxy structures but he could not meet the requirements to add a second story; Bruce Robles - 2138 Loma Drive, objected to the new boxy single-family homes being built, citing one across the street from him that looked like a loaf of bread; said most of the nonconforming R-2 structures on his block provide ample parking, while people in single-family homes use their garages for storage rather than for parking their cars; objected to increasing multi-family parking; Lee Grant - 1011 16th Street, said he had a small R-1 lot with two tall homes on the lot behind him; said more open space was needed to avoid the appearance of a concrete jungle; said more open space meant greater value; Edith Pfeifer - 843 Loma Drive, said she had a 1920s beach bungalow that would be her children's inheritance; expressed concern about a decrease in property value with the proposed changes; Jo Hollingsworth - 607 Gould Terrace, said buildings with more open space would increase ambience and would eventually increase property values; supported increasing guest parking; Pete Tucker - 235 34th Street, asked if upper floor setbacks would be needed to accomplish some of the remaining proposed changes; Nancy Schwappach - 3124 Hermosa Avenue; objected to using a 15-percent figure for roof decks because a usable deck would have to be much larger; Jerry Compton - architect, 1200 Artesia Boulevard #300, said Hermosa was known for roof decks; said 65-percent lot coverage was very tight; thought 15-percent for a roof deck was too strict and suggested that 40 to 50 percent might be more reasonable; Jonathan Schwartz - 259 31st Street, said he had a 30-by-70-foot lot on a walk street and could not count his front yard as open space; said he had a 400 square foot roof deck that was well used and did not know how he would otherwise meet the open space requirement; David Olin - 1243 Palm Drive, said everyone wants a roof deck; said Manhattan Beach had consistent lot sizes while Hermosa's lot sizes varied; did not oppose increasing the guest parking but suggested keeping the existing roof deck requirement, or making it at least 50 percent or 65 percent if it is changed; Name indistinct - 1144 Cypress, said the proposed changes would eliminate the ability to build three units in the City, that Council would eliminate that whole market if the proposed open space requirements are adopted. Unidentified speaker - said he bought his property solely for future development, and the price was based on current requirements; said changes could destroy the value of his property and he was against anything that would diminish the value of his property; George Brown - 2006 Hillcrest Drive, said reducing the bulk and mass of buildings and increasing open space would actually enhance property values; and Sandy Fister - 903 Eighth Street, said change was good but everyone did not want a single family home with a lawn to mow; asked the Council to keep the quality of life. Proposed Action: To require the greater of either three parking spaces per condominium unit or the existing two and one-half spaces plus the replacement of displaced on-street parking spaces. Motion Edgerton, second Reviczky. The motion was subsequently restated in the following motion. Proposed Action: To require three parking spaces per condominium unit (two spaces plus one guest space). Motion Edgerton, second Reviczky. The motion failed due to the dissenting votes of Dunbabin and Mayor Oakes and the absence of Bowler. Proposed Action : To require three parking spaces per condominium unit and no more than two replacement spaces per project. Motion Edgerton. The motion died for lack of a second. City Manager Burrell suggested continuing the public hearing to a date certain, again as a separate meeting, and said staff could look at some scenarios and come back in about eight weeks with more information and some drawings for consideration by the full Council. He invited the public to submit within the next two weeks written comments for evaluation, and asked the press to help bring this to the attention of the public. He said the issues to be considered at the next meeting include multi-family parking, roof top open space, and open space on the ground, as well as two issues not discussed this evening--parking requirements for buildings nonconforming to parking and clarification of lot coverage definition. Action: Mayor Oakes directed, with the consensus of the Council, that the public hearing on residential development standards be continued to Tuesday, May 2, 2000, at 7:10 P.M. ADJOURNMENT - The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach adjourned on Tuesday, February 29, 2000, at the hour of 11:40 P.M. to the Regular Meeting of Tuesday, March 14, 2000, at the hour of 7:10 P.M. ********************************************************************** MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, held on Tuesday, March 14, 2000, at the hour of 7:17 P.M. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - Hermosa Beach Pack 860 ROLL CALL: Present: Bowler, Dunbabin, Reviczky, Mayor Oakes Absent: Edgerton ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mayor Oakes announced that the meeting would be adjourned in memory of Dwight Crum, a long-time South Bay resident and lifeguard, whose son, Gary Crum, is the captain of the Hermosa Beach lifeguards. Councilmember Dunbabin said Dwight was a 32-year lifeguard, who brought a sense of professionalism to the lifeguard group, and in 1975 the International Surf Festival was named in his honor. Mayor Oakes said the meeting would also be adjourned in memory of Joe "Dr. 360" Wolfson, who initiated the 360 turn on a body board and contributed much to the surfing legacy of the local beach cities. On behalf of the entire Council, she expressed condolences to both families. Mayor Oakes reminded citizens that April 1, 2000 was Census Day and encouraged everyone to fill out their census forms. Megan Waybright, recruiting assistant for the Census Bureau, thanked the Council for proclaiming April 1, 2000 as Census Day and stressed the importance of residents returning their forms by April 1. She said Hermosa Beach had a 63 percent return rate in 1990, which resulted in an undercount and represented a 10-year loss to the City of $75,000, since the City receives federal money in the amount of $150 per person per year. She said 800 Census jobs were available, with a salary range of $10.50 to $17 per hour. She said 95 percent of the positions were for Census takers at $14 per hour and paid mileage. She said all information is confidential for 72 years. She said an accurate count was vital to the country as it determines the number of members in the House of Representatives and is used for the allocation of money at state, local, and national levels to fund day care, hospitals, streets, education, etc. Councilmember Bowler announced that this weekend's 5th annual Hermosa Beach St. Patrick's Day Parade and Festival has been expanded this year to two days, with the parade taking place Saturday, March 18, 2000 at 11 A.M. and the Irish Festival taking place both Saturday and Sunday from 10 A.M. to 5 P.M. Mayor Oakes said the Hermosa Valley School Builders Club wished to make a presentation regarding their community service projects. Kathy McCurdy, the Kiwanis member who is the advisor for the Builders Club, said the Club began at Hermosa Valley School, is now in its fourth year, and has contributed to many community projects over the years, including numerous beach and Greenbelt clean-ups, and involvement with the painted fish on the downtown signs for Hermosa beautification. She said the Club members find projects on their own; they look at the community and start seeing things that they can fix or ways they can help, such as the Beach Cities Toy Drive, noting they raised more than $2100 or donated that much in toys. She said a couple of years ago they had a friend who had leukemia so they had laps for leukemia and raised $1850 in one day. She submitted a synopsis of the Club's goals and objectives and introduced the members in attendance. Lee Roberts, Builders Club president, said one of the goals of the Club is to provide opportunities for working together in service to the school and community, i.e., beach clean-ups and recently a book drive for children in Wilmington who did not have a library, noting they collected 896 books in two weeks. He said the other three goals are to develop leadership potential, to foster the development of a strong moral character, and to encourage loyalty to the school, community and nation. Councilmember Reviczky thanked the Club members for their commitment to the community and all the hard work they do, noting he has seen them at the Kiwanis Christmas tree lot, the Veteran's celebration, and the Sister City Convention pancake breakfast. Carol Lawson, vice president of the Kiwanis Club, presented a $4,540 check to the Community Center Foundation for the use of the property in front of the Community Center for the Kiwanis Club Christmas tree lot. Christine Hollander of the Community Center Foundation thanked the Kiwanis Club and said the Foundation had great plans for the money for new events and new improvements to the Community Center. CLOSED SESSION REPORT FOR MEETING OF FEBRUARY 22, 2000: No reportable actions. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: (a) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Coming forward to address the Council at this time was: Lee Grant - 1011 16th Street, referenced a hotel being considered for construction on Pacific Coast Highway near his street and suggested that the City consider the opportunity for a pedestrian overpass to provide easy access to the shopping center by hotel guests and a safe crossing for all pedestrians, especially children. Action: By consensus of the Council, the City Manager was directed to look into the issue and report back at a future meeting. (b) WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS 1. Letter from David Augenstein requesting a reduction in the underground utility assessment for his property located at 2457 Manhattan Avenue . Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated March 9, 2000. At 7:43 P.M., Councilmember Dunbabin left the dais and the room due to a potential conflict of interest since she lived in the underground district. Coming forward to address the Council on this item was: David Augenstein - 2457 Manhattan Avenue, spoke to his letter. City Manager Burrell responded to Council questions. Action: To receive and file. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried, noting the absence of Dunbabin and Edgerton. At 7:48 P.M., Councilmember Dunbabin returned to the dais. 2. Letter from Charlotte Malone of the Friends of the Library requesting that the City Council follow-up with the County on a request for the addition of 15 operating hours per week and also request the assistance of Supervisor Knabe to ensure that the FOL interim book area not be diminished or relocated during the current refurbishment of the library facility. Coming forward to address the Council on this item was: Charlotte Malone - Friends of the Library, spoke to her letter. Action: To authorize the Mayor to work with Ms. Malone on the matter and to send a letter to the County addressing the concerns of the Friends of the Library. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried, noting the absence of Edgerton. 3. Letter from Roger Bacon requesting that the City Council extend the banner program near First Street and Pacific Coast Highway through the remainder of this year with the proceeds to be used for revitalization, landscaping, sidewalk and signage improvements on Pacific Coast Highway and Aviation Boulevard. Coming forward to address the Council on this item was: Roger Bacon - 1100 Pacific Coast Highway, requested that the item be postponed to the next meeting. Action: Mayor Oakes directed, with the consensus of the Council, that this item be postponed to the next meeting, as requested by Mr. Bacon. (Edgerton absent) 4. Letter from Roger Creighton requesting that concealed weapon permits be made accessible to all residents. Action: To receive and file. Motion Bowler, second Dunbabin. The motion carried, noting the absence of Edgerton. 1. CONSENT CALENDAR: Action: To approve the consent calendar recommendations (a) through (l), with the exception of the following items which were removed for discussion in item 3, but are shown in order for clarity: (a) Reviczky, (e) Reviczky, and (h) Bowler. Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried, noting the absence of Edgerton. At 7:58 P.M., the order of the agenda was suspended to go to public hearing item 4. (a) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE FOLLOWING MINUTES: 1) Minutes of the Adjourned Regular meeting held on February 17, 2000; 2) Minutes of the Adjourned Regular meeting held on February 22, 2000; and 3) Minutes of the Regular meeting held on February 22 , 2000. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Reviczky for discussion later in the meeting. Action: To approve as presented the City Council minutes of the Adjourned Regular meeting of February 22, 2000, and the Regular meeting of February 22, 2000; and to approve the minutes of the Adjourned Regular meeting of February 17, 2000, with the following amendment: page 10182, fifth paragraph from the bottom, change to read "NEW - Get rid of the chemical toilets in the downtown area and replace them with real toilets by this summer." Motion Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried, noting the absence of Edgerton. b. RECOMMENDATION TO RATIFY CHECK REGISTER NOS. 20416 THROUGH 20603, NOTING VOIDED CHECK NOS. 20431 AND 20551, AND TO APPROVE THE CANCELLATION OF CHECK NOS. 19997, 20114 AND 20386, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE CITY TREASURER. Action : To ratify the check register as presented. (Edgerton absent) (c) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS. Action : To receive and file the tentativ