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calling the meeting to order. Mayor Blackman stated that the Council
had discussed impending litigation and had given appropriate direction
to the City Attorney.
RESOLUTION NUMBER 2631 - ARGUMENTS
Resolution Number 2631 was presented to . Council by title "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA,
A CHARTER CITY,. AUTHORIZING CERTAIN OF ITS MEMBERS TO FILE A WRITTEN
ARGUMENT FOR BALLOT MEASURES." By unanimous consent, full reading of.
Resolution Number 2631 was waived. Gray moved, second by Blackman,
to adopt Resolution Number 2631 as presented.
AYES:
Blackman, Gray, Kredell, Laszlo
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Holden
Motion carried
ADJOURNMENT
Laszlo moved, second by Kredell, to adjourn the meeting at 11:44 p.m.
AYES:
Blackman, Gray, Kredell, Laszlo
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Holden
Motion carried
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Seal Beach, California
January 10, 1977
The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regul~r session
at 8:00 o'clock p.m. with Mayor Blackman calling the meeting to
order with the Salute to the Flag.
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ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor Blackman
Councilmen Gray, Kredell, Laszlo
Absent:
Councilman Holden
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Also present: Mr. Courtemarche, City Manager
Mr. Coughlan, Assistant City Attorney
Mr. Halldin, City Engineer
Chief Cibbarelli, Police Department
Mr. Thomas, Finance Director
Mr. Antos,.Associate Planner
Mr. Gaudio, Assistant to the City Manager
Mr. Little, Assistant to the City Manager
WAIVER OF FULL READING
Laszlo moved, second by Krede1l, to waive the reading in full of all
ordinances and resolutions, and that consent to the waiver of reading
shall be deemed to be given by all Council members after reading of
the title unless specific request is made at that time for the
reading of such ordinance or resolution.
AYES:
Blackman, Gray, Kredell, Laszlo
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Holden
Motion carried
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RESIGNATION - COUNCILMAN HAROLD K. HOLDEN
Mayor Blackman read a letter from Councilman Holden dated December
30, 1976, requesting the Council accept his resignation as Councilman
representing Councilmanic District Five, effective immediately.
Councilman Gray indicated that a petition had been received for
another applicant for that Council position and stated that Section
403 of the Charter required the Council to fill the vacancy by
appointment within thirty days and urged the members of the Council
to interview both applicants so that appointment could be made to
fill the vacancy at next meeting. The City Attorney confirmed that
the Charter provided for the City Council to fill a vacancy by
appointment and that if that appointment was not made an election
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would be called. The City Clerk confirmed that the earliest date an
election could be held would be May 31st.
Laszlo moved, second by Gray, to accept the resignation of Councilman
Harold K. Holden, effective immediately.
AYES:
Blackman, Gray, Kredel1, Laszlo
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Holden
Motion carried
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The,office of Councilman, Councilmanic District Five was declared
vacant. Discussion followed regarding appointment to fill the
vacant Council seat. Mayor Blackman moved to hold this item over
to next meeting until after the Council had individually interviewed
the proposed appointees. Councilman Gray seconded the motion.
AYES:
Blackman. Gray. Kredel1. Laszlo,
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NOES:
None
VACANCY:
One
Motion carried
APPOINTMENTS - RIGHT TO VOTE COMMITTEE
Mayor B1ackman'asked for Council appointments to the Right to Vote
Committee, two from each district. Councilman Gray reported that
he had no appointments at this time. Councilman Laszlo appointed
Jay Covington. 4260 Dogwood Avenue. and John Ka1nas, 4297 Ironwood
Avenue. Mayor Blackman appointed Vi,rgil Sewell. 513 Galleon Way
and Jose Osuna. 1145 Catalina Avenue. Councilman Krede11 restated
his appointments to the Committee as named at the December 27th
meeting as Michael Aviani, 207 - 3rd Street and James Shoemaker.
1210 Ocean Avenue. Laszlo moved. second by Krede11. to confirm
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the appointments to theRight to Vote Committee as appointed.
AYES:
Blackman. Gray. Krede11, Laszlo
NOES:
None
VACANCY:
One
Motion carried
APPOINTMENTS - ORANGE COUNTY HEALTH PLANNING COUNCIL
Mayor Blackman stated that'he did not have an appointment to the
Orange County Health Planning Council Assembly of Delegates at
this time and requested that citizens interested in appointment
to the Orange County Health Planning Council contact him for an
interview. Mayor Blackman again expressed appreciation to City
Clerk, Jody Weir. for her service to the city as the representative
to the O.C.H.P.C. for the past two years.
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APPOINTMENTS - PROJECT AREA COMMITTEE
Mayor Blackman suggested that the Council reappoint the P. A. C.
members whose terms had expired'. Gray moved, second by Laszlo,
to reappoint Jean Dorr. Henry Lucero. Pamela Murphy. Gordon
Shanks and Richard Smith to the Project Area Committee for terms
of three years.
AYES:
Blackman. Gray. Krede11. Laszlo
NOES:
None
VACANCY:
Motion carried
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Mayor Blackman stated that two vacancies existed on the P. A. C.
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and asked if members of the Council had appointments to fill those
vacancies. Councilman Laszlo stated that he did not; Councilman
Krede11 stated that he had two possible appointments and Mayor
Blackman indicated that he had one appointment. At the request
of Councilman Krede11. appointments to fill the vacancies on the
Project Area Committee were held over to next meeting. The
Council discussed the purpose and the functions of the Project
Area Committee.
PRESENTATION - AMERICA VOTE '76
The City Clerk presented Mayor Blackman with a certificate from
the America Vote '76 Committee recognizing the City of Seal Beach
for 'Over 80% Voter Turnout at the November 2. 1976 Election.'
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Mayor Blackman recognized members of the Boy Scout Troop 222 who were
present in the audience.
ORDINANCE NUMBER 1006 - GARBAGE and RUBBISH - MONTHLY COLLECTION
CHARGES
Ordinance Number 1006 was presented to Council for first reading
by title "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA.
AMENDING SECTIONS 10-19 THROUGH 10-21, ARTICLE III. CHAPTER 10
OF THE SEAL BEACH CITY CODE RELATING TO GARBAGE AND RUBBISH. AND
MONTHLY COLLECTION CHARGES THEREFOR." By unanimous consent.
full reading of Ordinance Number 1006 was waived. The Council
discussed at length the collection charges for residential.
multiple family dwellings and commercial establishments.
Councilman Gray referred to the proposed resolution establishing
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the collection rates and suggested that the words "for each
unit" be added to clarify the $1.60 charge for multiple family
dwellings.
Laszlo moved, second by Gray, to approve the introduction of
Ordinance Number 1006 and that it be passed to second reading.
AYES:
Blackman. Gray. Krede11, Laszlo
NOES:
None
VACANCY:
One
Motion carried
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 2633 - INCREASING RESIDENTIAL MONTHLY TRASH
COLLECTION CHARGES
Resolution Number 2633 was presented to Council by title "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH.
CALIFORNIA, INCREASING RESIDENTIAL MONTHLY TRASH COLLECTION
CHARGES." By unanimous consent. full reading of Resolution Number
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2633 was waived. Laszlo moved. second by Gray. to adopt Resolution
Number 2633 with the addition of the words "for each unit"
clarifying the charge for multiple family dwellings.
AYES:
Blackman. Gray, Kredell. Laszlo
NOES:
None
VACANCY:
One
Motion carried
RESOLUTION NUMBER 2627 - LEGISLATION - CONTROLLING STRIKES -
AGRICULTURAL CROP PROCESSING INDUSTRY
Resolution Number 2627 was presented to Council by title "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH.
CALIFORNIA, REQUESTING THE LEGISLATURE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA
TO INITIATE AND SUPPORT LEGISLATION CONTROLLING STRIKES IN THE
AGRICULTURAL CROP PROCESSING INDUSTRY AT :I'HE HARVEST SEASON." By
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unanimous consent, full reading of Resolution Number 2627 was
waived. Councilman Kredell spoke against the proposed resolution.
Gray moved, second by Blackman, to adopt Resolution Number 2627
as presented;
AYES:
Blackman. Gray, Laszlo
NOES:
Kredell
VACANCY:
One
Motion carried
RESOLUTION NUMBER 2634 - ADDENDUM TO COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT
PLAN
Resolution Number 2634 was presented to Council by title "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH CONCURRING
IN THE ADDENDUM TO THE COUNTY SOLID WASTE MANAGEMENT PLAN." By
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unanimous consent. full reading of Resolution Number 2634 was waived.
Blackman moved. second by Krede11, to adopt Resolution Number 2634 as
presented.
AYES:
Blackman. Gray, Krede11. Laszlo
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NOES:
None
VACANCY:
One
Motion carried
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CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilman Gray requested that Item "E" be removed from the Consent
Calendar and a member of the audience requested Item "B" removed
from the Consent Calendar. Laszlo moved, second by Kredell, to
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approve the recommended action for items on the Consent Calendar
except Items "B" and "E" as presented.
A. Approved the minutes of the regular meeting of
December 13, 1976 as presented.
C. Approved regular demands numbered 21987 through
22090 in the amount of $84,995.26 and payroll
demands numbered 18300 through 18511 in the
amount of $119,860.76 as approved by the Finance
Committee and that warrants be drawn on the Treasury
for the same.
D. Gave consent to transfer all rights and obligations
of Standard Oil Company pertaining to any leases,
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licenses, permits, contracts. or other agreements with
the City of Seal Beach to Chevron U.S.A., Inc. and
authorized the City Manager to sign the contract.
AYES:
Blackman, Gray, Kredell, Laszlo
NOES:
None
VACANCY:
One
Motion carried
Items Removed From The Consent Calendar
ITEM "B" - APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Mr. George Supple, 1605 Merion Way, 4I-F, President of the Golden
Rain Board, requested a correction in the minutes to show that
he had not signed the petition supporting appointment of Mr. Marshall
to the City Council for District Five and further that his statement
was without prejudice with respect to Mr., Marshall's appointment.
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The City Clerk clarified that it was a dictation error and should
read 'three members of the Golden Rain Board', not the President.
Laszlo moved, second by Kredell, to approve the minutes of the
regular meeting of December 27, 1976 as corrected.
AYES:
Blackman, Gray, Kredell. Laszlo
NOES:
None
VACANCY:
One
Motion carried
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ITEM "E" - POLICE TOW SERVICE RATES
Councilman Gray requested that a liability clause be included in
the contracts for police tow services. Gray moved, second by
Laszlo, to approve the increase in police tow service rates,
authorize the renewal of contracts between the City of Seal Beach
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and Hartwell and Rossmoor Tow Services for towing services, with
the stipulation that a liability clause be included so that the
City would not be liable for activities occurring through their
services, and authorize the Mayor to sign the agreements.
AYES:
Blackman, Gray, Krede11, Laszlo
NOES:
None
VACANCY:
One
Motion carried
REPORT - ANIMAL CONTROL
Mr. Gaudio, Assistant to the City Manager, reported regarding the
recommendations of the Ad Hoc.Anima1 Control Committee and
recommended that 1) the animal control operation be turned over
to the Police Department effective March 1, 1977; and 2) no
changes in ordinances, policies, or procedures take place until
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after the Police Department takes over the animal control in
March of 1977. Mr. Gaudio also stated that a survey for animal
licensing be conducted utilizing animal control officers, Explorers
Youth Program through the Police Department and police reserves to
accomplish same at a minimal cost. Mr, Gaudio referred to the
Police Chief's report as to how and when the new procedures would
be implemented. There was no further action on this item.
REPORT - LICENSING OF ADVERTISING BUSINESSES
The City Attorney presented a report regarding advertising license
fees within the City. The City Attorney's report was received by
Council. It was the order of the Chair with consent of Council
that the City Attorney revise those sections of the Code so that
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newspapers would be exempt from paying an advertising license fee.
REPORT - PUBLIC TRANSPORTATION BUDGET
Mr. Little, Assistant to the City Manager, presented a lengthy
report regarding options available to provide bus service to
our community as it related to action taken during budget session.
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Gray moved, second by Laszlo, to appropriate $ll,OOO'from the
Contingency Fund for continuation of the no fare city bus through
the remaining months of this fiscal year and direct the City Manager
to negotiate with the Long Beach Public Transportation Company to
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continue their service without subsidy for senior citizens as
now provided.
AYES:
Blackman, Gray, Kredel1, Laszlo
NOES:
None
VACANCY:
One
Motion carried
Lengthy discussion occurred regarding layover buses parked on
Ocean Avenue at Main Street. No action was taken on this item.
COUNCIL REPORTS and REQUESTS
Councilman Kredell stated that he had 1) requested results from the
auction regarding price of vehicles and their vintage; 2) hiring
procedures for new personnel; 3) removal of items in the San Gabriel
River Channel; and 4) requested that a letter be written to the
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property owners regarding the 12th Street disturbance. Mayor
Blackman stated that at a request of his constituents the Parks
and Recreation Commission review the feasibility of providing
soccer programs in the city and suggested that the field areas
could possibly be lighted to accommodate same.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Blackman stated that this was the time for oral communications
from the audience. Adah Winters, 1507 Electric Avenue, expressed
concern over the City breaking State Law in the animal control
program. The Mayor advised that she refer her question to the
City Manager and the City Attorney.
Councilman Gray urged that the Council adjourn to a session to
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interview the two individuals who were interested in serving
as Councilman from District Five. The Council could not agree on
a time and decided to meet' individually with each candidate.
There were no other oral communications; Mayor Blackman declared
oral communications closed.
EXECUTIVE LEGAL 'SESSION
Mayor Blackman adjourned the meeting to Executive Legal Session
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at 10:06 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 10:28 p.m. with Mayor
Blackman calling the meeting to order.
The Mayor reported that the Council had discussed pending
litigation.
ADJOURNMENT
Laszlo moved, second by Kredell, to adjourn the meeting at
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10:30 p.m.
AYES:
Blackman, Gray, Krede11, Laszlo
NOES:
None
VACANCY:
One
Motion carried
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Seal Beach, California
January 24, 1977
The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session
at 8:10 p.m. with Mayor Blackman calling the meeting to order with
the Salute to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor Blackman
Councilmen Gray, Kredell, Laszlo
Absent:
None
Vacancy:
One
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Also presen~:
Mr. Courtemarche, City Manager
Mr. Coughlan, Assistant City Attorney
Mr. Halldin, City Engineer
Mr. Neprud, Planning Director
Mr. Antos, Associate Planner
Mr. Thomas, Finance Director
Chief Adams, Fire Department
Mr. Gaudio, Assistant to the City Manager
Mr. Little, Assistant to the City Manager