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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Min 1998-10-12 9-28-98 I 10-12-98 He encouraged everyone to participate in and enjoy the Founders Day activities this coming weekend, and thanked the attendees of the Concert in the Grove. Mayor Brown said he will either ride with the American Legion or in the Fire Truck or both for the Founders Day parade, thanked all for their efforts to organize the parade and activities, and he too invited everyone to participate. Mayor Brown announced that he will be away as well from October 10th until October 19th. I ADJOURNMENT By unanimous consent, the Council adjourned the meeting until Monday, October 12th at 6:30 p.m. to meet in Closed Session if deemed necessary. It was the order of the Chair, with consent of the Council, to adjourn the meeting at 8:30 p.m. Ci o clerk Approved, ~ I Attest: Seal Beach, California October 12, 1998 The regular adjourned meeting scheduled for 6:30 p.m. this date was canceled due to the lack of Closed Session items requiring consideration. clerk Seal Beach, California October 12, 1998 I The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session at 7:04 p.m. with Mayor ProTem Campbell calling the meeting to order with the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor ProTem Campbell Councilmembers Boyd, Doane 10-12-98 Absent: Mayor Brown, Councilman Yost Doane moved, second by Boyd, to excuse the absence of Mayor Brown and Councilman Yost from this meeting. I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Boyd, Campbell, Doane None Brown, Yost Motion carried Also present: Mr. Till, City Manager Mr. Barrow, City Attorney Mr. Whittenberg, Director of Development Services Mr. Badum, Director of Public Works, City Engineer Chief Sellers, Police Department Mrs. Yeo, City Clerk I Councilman Boyd read a message from Councilman Yost advising of his attendance at the American Society of Anesthesiologists and the Society for Pediatric Anesthesia conventions, expressing his desire to hear comments from the public relating to proposals for 4th Street and Central Avenue, however not wanting to slow the process of coming to a solution of the problem as he is committed to making Central safer. Councilman Yost also requested that Council initiate a motion to pursue funds from Southern California Edison for undergrounding the power lines along Seal Beach Boulevard from Adolfo Lopez Drive to Electric Avenue. Mayor ProTem Campbell recognized Boy Scout Troop 642 as present in the audience, this Troop founded by Dr. David Hood, and said she was proud that they call Seal Beach their home. APPROVAL OF AGENDA Councilman Boyd requested that Item "c" be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration. Boyd moved, second by Doane, to approve the order of the agenda as revised. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Boyd, Campbell, Doane None Brown, Yost Motion carried I ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor ProTem Campbell declared Oral Communications open. Mr. Dave Sullivan, Huntington Beach Councilmember and candidate for Orange County Supervisor, stated that the Chair of the Citizens Advisory Commission has recommended that Los Alamitos Armed Forces Reserve Center be studied for a major commercial airport, said he is opposed to that, it would devaluate the homes in this area and be devastating to the quality of life. He said he went to the Board of Supervisors and asked that AFRC be deleted, that has not been done thus far, in his opinion there is nowhere in this County to fit an airport, there are other alternative sites such as Ontario and March Air Force Base. Mr. Sullivan said this is merely an alert of a major potential problem for this City. There being no further comments, Mayor ProTem Campbell declared Oral Communications closed. 10-12-98 COUNCIL ITEMS Anaheim Bay Villas with regard to the proposed Anaheim Bay Villas, Councilman Boyd referred to the Planning Commission discussion of this item on two occasions and their request for direction from the City Council. The proposal of the applicant requests a zone change and General Plan Amendment for the property on Seal Beach Boulevard where the Shore Shop is currently located, the Commission voted against the project as they were reluctant to amend the General Plan without further input from the community with regard tl) that property as it relates to the entire street. I Councilman Boyd moved to direct the Planning Commission to notice all property owners and businesses on Seal Beach Boulevard and within three hundred feet of the subject property regarding the request of the Musso family for a zone change and General Plan amendment. He suggested that public comments be sought from residents of the entire area relating to the street and the Musso property, as a concern of the commission was that comments were dire.:ted only to the subject property and not the street as a whole. Councilman Doane seconded the motion for the purpose of discussion. Councilman Doane questioned why the en.tire street would be considered at this time, there are cur:rently businesses that likely want to remain, he would not want a change that would require residential only in the future, his preference would be to consider proposals on a parcel by parcel basis. Councilman Boyd agreed however offered that the area as a whole needs to be looked at rather than a patchwork approach, in this case a compatible use for the Shore Shop property appears to be residential. He expressed his belief that the intent is to provide some revitalization of the street, the Musso property is zoned C-2 thus they could put most anything on the site, however their desire is a compatible development and improvement of an entrance into the City, his thought is to not enact a General Plan amendment ,that would end their proposed plan as well as impact other proposals on the street. He reiterated his desire to seek comments from the Boulevard as well as 16th and 17th and other streets as to how this project would fit on the street. With regard to the time frame for a General Plan amendmen't, the Director or Development Services said if the thought is to reconsider the existing Limited Commercial zoning, most likely five to six months for presentation to the Planning Commission. As to whether this would delay the Musso application, the Director said his understanding of the motion is that the proposed project would move forward and at some future time consider a General Plan amendment for the remainder of the street, at present the properties south of Landing to Electric are Limited Commercial, to the north there are residences and the Shore Shop. The Manager said his understanding is that the motion does not recommend any rezoning of properties south of Landing at this time. Councilman Boyd made reference again to the reluctance of the Commission to take an action that would adversely impact the remainder of the street, and expressed his opinion that the limited commercial and residential are compatible, and if other properties propose to rezone at some point that would then be considered. Councilmember Campbell noted that the Musso project is a fairly large portion of the street, if that project is constructed it may set the tone for the area, thus it may be desirable to study the issue to determine if that is what is wanted. Councilman Boyd noted that there are some existing I I 10-12-98 businesses however the street is predominantly residential. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Boyd, Campbell, Doane None Brown, Yost Motion carried I CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS "B" thru "N" Boyd moved, second by Doane, to approve the recommended action for items on the Consent Calendar as presented, except Item "C", removed for separate consideration. B. Approved the waiver of reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions and that consent to the waiver of reading shall be deemed to be given by all Councilmembers after reading of the title unless specific request is made at that time for the reading of such ordinance or resolution. D. Received and filed the Monthly Investment Reports for July and August, 1998. E. I Received and filed the staff report relating to the receipt of California Coastal Commission status report regarding the Bolsa Chica Wetlands Restoration Plan and Draft EIS/EIR by the Federal/State Bolsa Chica Steering Committee, and instructed staff to forward same to the Planning Commission and Environmental Quality Control Board for information purposes. Received and filed the staff report relating to the receipt of the City of Huntington Beach Report regarding the Bo1sa Chica Annexation Study - Questions/Comments, and instructed staff to forward same to the Planning Commission and Environmental Quality Control Board for information purposes. G. Received and filed the report from staff with regard to the Seal Beach Weapons Support Facility - Installation Restoration Program - Status Report regarding Restoration Advisory Board (RAB) project update, and instructed staff to forward same to the Planning Commission, Environmental Quality Control Board, and Archaeological Advisory Committee for information purposes. F. H. I Received and filed the report from staff with regard to the receipt of the Orange County Council of Governments draft report relating to Smart Growth Strategies to Accommodate Orange County's Future, and instructed staff to forward same to the Planning Commission and Environmental Quality Control Board for information purposes. I. Approved the Lease Extension for the Sun 'N Fun Creative Playgroup for the period of July 1, 1998 through June 30, 2000, and authorized execution of same on behalf of the City. 10-12-98 J. Received and filed the staff report relating to the Independent Accountant's Report, Lance, SolI and Lunghard, on agreed upon procedures applied to appropriations worksheets. K. proclaimed October 26th through October 30th, 1998 as "Winter Weather and Flood Preparedness Week." I L. Authorized the addition of one sworn officer position in the Police Department, the cost of which anticipated to be cc)vered by the $60,000 transfer from the Overtime Account. M. Renewed the Agreement with the County of Orange for Animal Control and Shelter Services for the period of July 1, 1998 through June 30, 1999, with provision for an additional one hundred eighty day extension thereof, and authorized the Mayor to execute same on behalf of the City. N. Approved the minutes of the :regular adjourned and regular meetings of July 27, 1998, the special meeting of August 6, 1998, and regular meeting of August 10, 1998. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Boyd, Campbell, Doane None Brown, Yost Motion carried I ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM "c" - DEMANDS Councilman Boyd requested that the Council receive a report, possibly monthly, as to the status of revenues. The Manager noted that a quarterly revenue report is prepared that compares the present to the past two years, however fluctuations such as with receipt of property tax revenue needs to be kept in mind. Councilman Doane suggested that quarterly should be adequate. Boyd moved, second by Campbell, to approve regular demands numbered 20996 through 21125 in the amount of $1,170,809.03, payroll demands numbered 1224 through 1382, 27629 and 27630 in the amount of $154,261.43, and authorized warrants to be drawn on the Treasury for same. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Boyd, Campbell, Doane None Brown, Yost Motion carried CENTRAL AVENUE/4th STREET - TRAFFIC CALMING The Director of Public Works presented the staff report, explaining that over the past few years there have been residents approach the City requesting that a stop sign be installed at Central and 4th Street, early investigation showed that a traffic sign was not warranted based upon traffic volume, accidents, that criteria established by the State, however it has been found that the average speed is five miles over the twenty-five miles per hour posted speed, the eighty-fifth percentile speed is approximately thirty miles an hour, which reflects somewhat of an elevated speed. The intent of staff was to evaluate methods of reducing the neighborhood speed which would provide greater safety for I 10-12-98 I pedestrians and intercept vehicles at that intersection, several traffic calming techniques were looked at such as neckdowns, speed bumps, chokers, concluding that the two that should be studied further were the neckdowns and a roundabout, both solutions offer opportunity to make changes as to traffic behavior. The Director made a visual presentation of various locations on the street, noted the Central Avenue approach to the intersection from the east where the grade is thought to be a possible factor of elevated speeds, the grade about 3.7 percent, however it was found the speeds from the opposite direction were likewise high. He reported that the speed surveys were conducted in accordance with the guidelines of the Association of Traffic Engineers, an accepted standard, generally conducted during the low flow, in addition surveys were done during morning rush hours, the numbers found to be fairly consistent. In addition to the pictures of the location, the Director showed pictures of roundabouts in various municipalities in Australia, said it has been proven that they do reduce speed, they are used in other countries, on the east coast, Colorado and Oregon as examples, often used in commercial areas and arterials, however that is not the intent here, rather, use in a residential area to accomplish a slowing of traffic, roundabouts also serve as a landscaped beautification for an area, as an example the homes between 2nd and 4th Streets face Central, it becomes part of their front yard, thus it is felt that the 4th/Central intersection would be an appropriate location for a roundabout. The Director also reported the intent to close the one-way feeder between Marina Drive and 2nd Street onto Central Avenue eastbound, that is anticipated to keep traffic on Marina Drive, which is an arterial, collector roadway, then utilize Electric or Pacific Coast Highway, this closing will also discourage truck traffic as a number of larger trucks have been observed traveling Central to reach Main Street, the desire is to have them use Coast Highway or Marina, through commercial areas rather than residential, the roundabout will also discourage truck use. The Director requested authorization to move forward with a roundabout project, it is thought it will be the most successful, the conservative estimate of cost is about $50,000, however may vary depending upon the design, which has not as yet been done, also, it may be necessary to seek corner cuts from the residential properties to satisfy the radius requirements for emergency vehicles. The Manager said this is an instance of a neighborhood approaching the City for relief of a situation by means of a stop sign, yet the required findings to warrant a stop sign could not be made, thus what has been presented Council are other options. Councilman Boyd praised the roundabout proposal, noted that during budget considerations a solution was not forthcoming for up to nine months, a $50,000 expenditure is well worth saving a life or injury. He noted that Central is used as a cut-through from the Long Beach area, the preference is that Marina Drive continue to be the arterial, it supports that kind of traffic and is eligible for Measure M funds for any future repairs, County Transportation monies invested in local street improvements, not a General Fund expenditure. Councilman Boyd said in addition to the staff recommendation he would like to place a limitation on vehicle weight of three tons on Central Avenue, that it be posted, as was done on Bolsa Avenue near McGaugh School. The Manager said in anticipation of this project monies were designated in the capital improvement budget. Councilmember Campbell noted her concerns with regard to Lampson Avenue. The Public Works Director said staff is looking to possibly improve the design I I 10-12-98 of Lampson, the street is essentially designed for lower speeds, however pointed out that if one observes the speed law the curve is quite navigable, and if the roadway is redesigned what impacts that will have needs to be further investigated, a thorough analysis needs to be done. Again to the issue of the roundabout, Councilman Boyd said it is believed they have been used long before stop signs and there I are various types. The Council determined to allow public comments of two minutes per speaker. Ms. Emogene Parke), Central Avenue, claimed she has observed car wheels cOlne off the ground due to speeds traveled off the slope, that the speeds are much faster than 30 miles per hour, when vehicles try to exit 4th Street they must go slowly because of the many parked cars, large trucks use Central too, and anything that can be done to resolve this problem will be appreciated. Ms. Eve Kilger, Central Avenue, stated that roundaboutl~ do work, for those properties in close proximity there should be no concern, it will not deter from the residences, it will be a beautification, there is an increased number of children, 30 miles per hour is a very low estimate l)f speed, there are many trucks, this is a necessary thing, she supports it, and commended the Council. Councilman Doane noted the applause of the persons present in the audience. If approved at this meeting, Councilman Boyd inquired as t,) an estimated time frame for construction. The Director l)ffered that the design could possibly be complete by the holidays, then construction deferred until sometime around March, I~ompleted by summer. Councilman Boyd countered that he would like to see this project completed by May 1st. The Director noted also that I the City Manager has given authority to do a traffic calming policy, the Manager adding that it is hoped to establish a policy and criteria for future requests. Ms. Kilger suggested that the 2nd Street feeder be closed first, and then construct the roundabout. The Director said possibly the feeder could be closed on a temporary basis, the most cost effective would be to do both as one project. Again with regard to the time frame, Councilman Boyd requested that plans and specs for the roundabout be presented to the Council within sixty days, and that the bid be awarded thirty days thereafter. Councilman Boyd moved to receive and file the staff report, direct staff to proceed with the design, plans and specifications for the construction of a roundabout at the intersection of Central Avenue and 4th Street, closure of the one-way feeder to Central Avenue between Marina Drive and 2nd Street, and consideration be given to .~rohibiting three ton vehicles on Central Avenue, a report relating thereto to be provided the Council by next meeting. Councilman Doane seconded the motion. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Boyd, Campbell, Doane None Brown, Yost Motion carried I Appreciation was expressed for the action of the Council. FEDERAL ADVOCACY SERVICES AGREEMENT - SHORELINE STABILIZATION - E. DEL SMITH AND COMPANY The City Manager explained that over the years it has been difficult to obtain any long term, permanent solutions to the beach erosion problems from Washington, D. C., the advocacy services provided by this agreement will relate to more than 10-12-98 I shoreline protection issues, will include water quality, contamination problems, etc., the cost is $1,500 per month, about half of what was found to be the cost of other legislative advocate services, and is a budgeted item. Councilman Boyd noted that the City has been working with Del Smith on behalf of Seal Beach and Surfside, his references are outstanding, he has been successful with projects such as Port Hueneme where a cost arrangement with the Navy was established for beach stabilization and replenishment program, typically such services are about $3,000 per month. He noted the City is looking to an agreement, through the efforts of Mr. Smith and various Congressional representatives, with the Army Corps and Navy for a hundred percent funding of sand replenishment every two or so years, a press release relating thereto with additional data will be forthcoming. Boyd moved, second by Doane, to approve the Federal Advocacy Services Agreement for Shoreline Stabilization with E. Del Smith and Company at a cost of $1,500 per month. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Boyd, Campbell, Doane None Brown, Yost Motion carried I AGREEMENT - PINNACLE PETROLEUM - SALES TAX The City Manager explained that Pinnacle Petroleum is a wholesale petroleum dealer, a $10 million per year company, by this Agreement the City would realize sales tax of about $100,000 per year and in turn Pinnacle Petroleum would receive a sales tax rebate equivalent to thirty percent of the verified sales tax receipts as an incentive to relocate to Seal Beach, thus the City would realize approximately $70,000 annually for the five year term of the Agreement. The Manager verified that the Agreement has been signed by pinnacle. Mayor ProTem Campbell noted that the rebate would be equivalent to thirty percent of the verified sales tax receipts, her preference would be that the rebate be of the sales tax received inasmuch as it could be some time before the City is in actual receipt thus Pinnacle would be paid prior to the City receiving its money. The City Manager said the office of the City Attorney provided language to assure that the City would never be behind in terms of having received adequate revenues to issue the rebate, the term used was verifiable to distinguish between unverifiable so a situation would never occur where there is a preliminary report of sales tax and later found that was not the amount. The City Attorney made reference to Section 2.5 of the Agreement which states that 'the City shall not be deemed to have received any sale and use taxes until the City's actual receipt thereof' thus the City makes no rebate until the sales tax is in the hands of the City. Mayor ProTem Campbell suggested that if any such agreements are entered into in the future she would like a letter of intent up front, explaining that if negotiations are entered into and agreement is subsequently not finalized, as happened in the recent past, the City incurs the legal expenses and the City's negotiations are used as leverage for a better agreement elsewhere. Councilman Boyd noted that staff has been directed to look for economic possibilities, this Agreement is straight forward, a sales tax of $100,000 will bring $70,000 to the City with a $30,000 rebate to Pinnacle, the firm has seven employees, daytime work hours, minimum traffic, limited risk, and noted it takes a lot of businesses in the City to produce $70,000 revenue. Mayor ProTem I 10-12-98 Campbell again questioned the language relating to sales tax revenue as 'actual receipt thereof' versus 'verified sales tax receipts', to that a suggestion wal~ made that language be added to clarify that pinnacle is not made a rebate until the City has actually received its sales tax. The City Attorney suggested that the understanding be verified with Pinnacle, it is not anticipated to be a problem. Boyd moved, second by Doane, to authorize the City Manager to approach Pinnacle Petroleum with regard to amended language to reflect the direction of the Council, approve the Sales Tax Agreement based upon concurrence of Pinnacle Petroleum, and subsequent thereto authorize the City Manager to '!xecute said Agreement on behalf of the City. I AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Boyd, Campbell, Doane None Brown, Yost Motion carried CITY MANAGER REPORTS The Manager reported the closure of the waters in the vicinity of the pier yesterday and today as a result of a small sewer line leak at the end of the pier, the cause was a spike in the pier that over time penet.r:ated the line, the Lifeguard Department cleared the water as a precaution, the Health Department has taken water samples, tests by the City have shown no harm, and it is hoped the waters will be open by tomorrow. He noted that the first sand deliveries have commenced, the movement of the sand makes it appear as if there is a low berm, about twenty carloads of sand are at the Weapons Facility, and once clearance from the Navy has been received it will be transported to the beach and the project hopefully completed by November when the berm is put in place. I ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor ProTem Campbell declared Oral Communications open. Mr. Walt Miller, 7th Street and Seal Beach Boulevard business owner, expressed his belief that there is no vision for business development, basically Main Street and Seal Beach Boulevard, if the process is usurped without a plan that will destroy the future of the City. Mr. Miller made mention of his dissertation entitled "20/20 Vision" which he requested be made a matter of record and copies provided to the Council. Mr. Miller claimed that the nine residential units proposed for the Boulevard is setting precedent for that Street, the gateway to the City, it could be an integral part of revitalizing the City and the business district, suggested that the railroad right-of-way be purchased and turned into parking, the Seal Beach boardwalk stops at Electric, there is no reason that it could not be extended to Pacific Coast Highway and to First Street. He again said there is no development plan, no vision, no coastal plan, no land use plan, however it is thought that there are possibilities to revitalize the community, the proposed nine residential units will affect the community from here on, once built, they are there. Councilman Boyd noted that the action of the Council at this meeting does nothing other than give direction to the Planning Commission, suggested that Mr. Miller present his comments to the Commission, all persons within three hundred feet will be noticed. Mr. Miller offered his understanding that the properties south of Landing were separated out from consideration, the Anaheim Bay Villas project would go forward, then consider the other properties, to that Councilman Boyd responded that the project itself is being considered on its merits yet as it relates to the entire I 10-12-98 I street, the Council is not directing the Commission to hold hearings for a General Plan Amendment for all of the Boulevard, rather, segmenting the issue so as to look at a General Plan for the whole street as it relates to the Villas project. Mr. Miller said what he heard was that the C-2 zone would be handled separately, and the impact on the entire street will be heard as far as the LIC zone, his opinion being that what happens in the C-2 zone impacts Seal Beach, the gateway, as well as the LIC zone, he would not support moving forward until the Commission receives input regarding the entire street, contending that there are no residences in the C-2 zone rather multi-family units, as in the LIC zone where there are businesses as well, therefore single family residences are not compatible with what currently exists. There being no further comments, Mayor ProTem Campbell declared Oral Communications closed. I COUNCIL CONCERNS Councilman Doane said as a result of receiving complaints he has been looking into a new policy of the Golden Rain News that is in reaction to a project developed by the Golden Rain Administration and the Police Department, this consists of members of the Police Department coming to Leisure World and addressing certain areas of potential danger to senior citizens in the form of being victims of scams. Councilman Doane reported that the News is now denying advertising in their classified section to persons who are providing services to those in Leisure World who do not have a Seal Beach business license, this in accordance with the comments made during these worthwhile, informative workshops. He noted that the City has a set business license fee that applies to anyone doing business in the community, his concern is with those persons who are retired and are supplementing their Social Security by providing certain services. Councilman Doane requested an agenda item to consider establishing a reduced rate for persons who qualify as retired, receiving Social Security, and are supplementing their income, asked that staff review this matter, determine if there are any ramifications, and noted this could bring additional revenue to the City as these persons do not now have business licenses. Councilman Boyd agreed, stating in some cities the rates are reduced fifty to seventy-five percent for qualifying persons, so long as the income therefrom is less than a certain level. On behalf of Councilman Yost, Councilman Boyd requested that another item be placed on the next agenda, that relating to pursuing funds from Southern California Edison Company for the undergrounding of power lines on Seal Beach Boulevard from Adolfo Lopez Drive to Electric Avenue. For the Recreation Department, Councilman Boyd announced the Halloween Haunted House at 310 Ocean Avenue to be open on October 30th and 31st, the project is in need of volunteers and a project manager, requesting that interested persons contact Recreation Supervisor, Kathleen McGlynn. Councilman Boyd noted his request for a quarterly revenue summary for information of the Council, also requested a summary of non- reimbursable legal expenses for the year. To the interest of Chief Sellers, Councilman Boyd made reference to the Council authorization for a full-time police patrol officer position, public safety having been one of his campaign goals, the Chief having provided the means for the officer by utilizing overtime monies, and noted for the public that due to shortage of staff it is often necessary to double shift and work more hours than desired, that is done to ensure the safety of the community. With reference to comments made in I 10-12-98 a recent local newspaper editorial relating to the City Manager contract and actions of the Council, Councilman Boyd noted a Closed Session discussion a few weeks ago relating to the performance of the City Manager, that at the request of a member of the Council as to a specific topic, the question posed by the editorial was why the Council did not make a determination on the contract at that time, to that he I explained that the issue at that time did not relate to overall performance throughout the year. He mentioned that as a new member of the Council it was interesting to note that one is welcomed to City Hall, you receive an agenda packet, come to the Council meeting, receive some information along the way, however there is no comprehensive orientation, nothing relating to employment practices, capital projects, master time schedules for what is occurring in the City, this is something the Council is working on with the City Manager now to bring all into the loop. Councilman Boyd emphasized that he did not believe that the Council intends to relinquish the reigns of the City to staff, it is the Council who sets policy, the Council who runs the City, and the staff implements Council policy, to the insinuation that the Council is not in charge, he emphasized that it is and will be more in charge as time goes on. He announced also that the Mayor has directed himself and Councilman Yost to commence an evaluation of the City Manager. Based upon the discussion some weeks ago Council direction was to advise the Manager of the request of the Council to review his performance, then, at the last meeting it came to attention that there was a forty-five day period of time to advise of the Council intent to either renew or not to renew the City Manger contract, the action taken was to be in conformity I with that requirement, and advised the public that the Council is doing its job, there needs to be improved communication between the staff and Council, and the Council will be keeping an eye on City operations. Councilmember Campbell referred to her previous question relating to removing the block wall by the Navy golf course, the location is on the north side of Lampson between the WestEd building and Parkwood, this is a beautification project that will allow the golf course to be seen. The Manager said that is not yet a budgeted item, however it will be pursued, there is no specific time frame, yet a cost estimate can be prepared as to taking down the wall, possibly in the next couple of weeks, most difficult is the budget priority, the budget for this year could be amended or it can be placed in the next budget cycle. To a question of Councilmember Campbell, the Director of Public Works stated his belief that a cost estimate for Lampson Avenue improvements can be provided by next meeting. Councilmember Campbell noted complaints regarding street conditions on Camellia and Columbine in particular, inquiring why the paving process in taking so long. The Public Works Director responded that the Pavement Management Plan is a long term plan for the assessment of street conditions, a parceling out of revenues over the next I few years to keep the roadways in good condition, recent Orange County Transportation Authority publicity has focused on the same issue, how to maintain what has been built with Measure M monies, many streets are reaching their design life, tract streets tend to deteriorate all at once, the attempt is to prioritize the streets and roadways for the most cost effective road repair program possible. It is hoped by the next meeting a presentation can be made of the condition of streets and roadways citywide, what it will take to bring them up to an acceptable level, basically a scientific rating approach from low to high, thus the most 10-12-98 I cost effective use of pavement improvement monies. As to the 1998 slurry seal project, it was again noted that the contractors had heavy workloads, the bids were high, rejected, will be rebid for more acceptable prices, and if the winter months are good possible some streets can be done. To an inquiry as to the status of the pier and City Hall restrooms, staff response was possibly the presentation of low bids by the next meeting. Councilmember Campbell referred to Mr. Dave Sullivan, Councilman from Huntington Beach, who presented comments under Oral Communications early in the meeting, Mr. Sullivan a candidate for the Board of Supervisors. She said she generally speaks out when something is not quite true, in this case, from time to time people look at the Armed Forces Reserve Center from the standpoint of a commercial airport or whatever, recalled being a member of the Airport Site Coalition Committee some ten years ago when an alternative to John Wayne Airport was being looked at, Los Alamitos is off the list, why, because at best Los Alamitos is looked at as a medium haul airport, and the takeoff intersects over Leisure World with the approach path to Long Beach Airport, Long Beach Airport has increased its flights, that would make it most unlikely that Los A1amitos would ever become a commercial airport. She noted the resource of an airport at El Toro, the population of South County projected to double in the next ten years, they are not built out as Mr. Sullivan said, they need to plan for their own needs. Councilmember Campbell cited Mr. Sullivan's comments as a conflict of interest, he says he does not want a commercial airport here, yet, there are people in South County that are working with Congressional representatives to have Los Alamitos placed on the Base Closure List so that an airport could come here, however are oblivious to the fact there are encroachments right up to the Base where El Toro has a fourteen thousand acre buffer all around it. Councilman Doane noted that' twice through the referendum process the airport has been before the voters, twice the voters have paid for the election, now, this gentleman is running for election and making this topic his main agenda because he has nothing else to offer, and says he is going to keep any airport from being developed in Orange County, that makes no sense, it is hoped the voters will realize that, also, his campaign literature is not at all acceptable. Councilman Boyd noted news this past weekend was an effort of Laguna Hills to unite their Leisure World with the Seal Beach Leisure World, it is hoped that Seal Beach Leisure World is looking out for their best interest, and the rest of the City, with the idea of no airport in our backyard. Councilman Doane noted that Laguna Hills Leisure World is looking to either annex to an existing city or incorporating as the thirty-second Orange County city, the question put to him was if he supported it, Councilman Doane said he informed the person he did not, also that he feels he represents the majority of people in Leisure World, however there are some that have a distorted view of from whence Mr. Sullivan is coming, to his knowledge there is no alliance between the two Leisure Worlds. Councilmember Campbell said a suggestion from South County was to increase Los Angeles Airport to seventy-five million passengers per year, the question is how do they intend to get there, the 405 between the 22 and 605 is the world's busiest stretch of freeway, also, it is South County that has financed the Sullivan campaign, and they need to know this area is not for sale. I I ADJOURNMENT It was the order of the Chair, with consent of the Council, 10-12-98 I 10-26-98 to adjourn the meeting until Monday, October 26th at p.m. to meet in Closed Session if deemed necessary. unanimous consent, the meeting was adjourned at 8:38 6:00 ~ p.m. clerk I Attest: Seal Beach, California October 26, 1998 The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular adjourned session at 6:00 p.m. with Mayor Brown calling the meeting to order with the Salute to the Flag. R~LCML Present: Mayor Brown Councilmembers Boyd, Campbell, Doane, Yost I Absent: None Also present: Mr. Till, City Manager Mr. Barrow, City Attorney Mrs. Yeo, City Clerk STUDY SESSION - ASSEMBLYMAN BAUGH Mayor Brown welcomed Assemblyman Scott Baugh and his staff. This was an informal session with Assemblyman Baugh commenting and presenting an update of various topics. * with regard to ACA42 the Assemblyman said he is still committed to that concept occurring, possibly not identical language, something similar, he would not be the best author, possibly Senator Polanco who could see it through the Senate, he may co-author the bill, there is a commitment to see that concept move forward next year and be on the ballot for 2000, it is his belief because of some of the shifts, which cities know better than he, that local government should not be held to the whims of the State legislature, that makes for lack of local control thus causes unnecessary friction, also unnecessary conflicts where the State battles something different every year, that causes uncertainty, there is no guarantee ACA42 will happen, it was thought it would happen this year because it was close last year; I * Mention was made that it is frustrating for local government, now fighting the loss of vehicle license