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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Min 1989-11-13 11-13-89 Seal Beach, California November 13, 1989 The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session at 7:03 p.m. with Mayor Grgas calling the meeting to order. The Salute to the Flag was led by Seal Beach Cub Scout Pack 116, Den 6. Mayor Grgas introduced Mrs. Ella Rowe, Den Mother, -members of Den 6, Chris Harrison, Geoffrey Grgas, and Craig Rowe, and Den Chiefs Erin Rowe and Curt Corbett, and presented each with a Seal Beach commemorative pin. I ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Grgas Councilmembers Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson Absent: None Also present: Mr. Nelson, City Manage~ Mr. Stepanicich, City Attorney Mr. Whittenberg, Director of Development Services Mr. Jue, Director of Public Works/City -Engineer Mr. Osteen, Recreation Director Mr. Archibold, Assistant to the City Manager Mrs. Yeo, City Clerk WAIVER OF -FULL READING Wilson moved, second by Risner, to waive the reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions and that consent to the I 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. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried PROCLAMATIONS Mayor Grgas proclaimed the remaining holiday months of 1989 and all of 1990 as nBuckle-up for Life Challenge.n The Mayor proclaimed November 19th through November 25th, 1989 as nFamily Week" and extended to all a most joyous Thanksgiving Day celebration. RESOLUTION NUMBER 3890 - COMMENDING LEISURE WORLD FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY Resolution Number 3890 was presented to Council entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA, HONORING AND COMMENDING THE LEISURE WORLD FRIENDS' OF THE LIBRARy.n Wilson moved, second by Risner, to adopt Resolution Number 3890 as presented. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried I After reading the ReSOlution, Councilmember Wilson presented same to Mrs. Evelyn Buell and members of the Friends who were present. Mrs. Buell expressed appreciation for the commendation and the contribution by the City towards the recently constructed Friends' Room and Bookstore at the Leisure World Library. 11-13-89 I RESOLUTION NUMBER 3891 - ANNUAL STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY Resolution Number 3891 was presented to Council entitled nA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ACKNOWLEDGING THE RECEIPT AND FILING OF THE ANNUAL STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY FOR THE YEAR 1989/90.n By unanimous consent, full reading of Resolution Number 3891 was waived. Risner moved, second by Wilson, to adopt Resolution Number 3891 as presented. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried I RESOLUTION NUMBER 3892 - TIME LIMITATIONS - CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS Resolution Number 3892 was presented to Council entitled nA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA, RELATIVE TO THE ESTABLISHMENT OF TIME LIMITATIONS FOR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS.n By unanimous consent, full reading of-Resolution Number 3892 was waived. The Assistant to the City Manager presented the staff report, noting specifically that the proposed Resolution would limit individual comments to three minutes, the public input portion of the meeting to twenty minutes, proposes that City Council meetings conclude by 12:00 o'clock midnight, and provides that by majority vote of the City Council the time periods may be extended. Councilmember Risner recalled that her request had been that a policy be established for the length of Council meetings, to conclude the decision process-at a reasonable hour, not a limitation on individual comments or oral communications. She suggested that if a policy is adopted establishing the length of the meetings, such policy could be clearly set forth on the agenda for information of the public. She also suggested that the provision for allotting twenty minutes for oral communications be deleted from the Resolution, that individual comments be increased to five minutes, and that consideration be given to ending the decision process by 11:00 p.m. with the meetings concluded by midnight. Councilman Hunt indicated he could support the time limitations only if Council discussion were also subject to some time restriction. Councilmember Wilson said she felt that a five minute individual time limit and a midnight adjournment was reasonable, however agreed that the Council should also restrict their comments. Councilman Laszlo stated he did not favor any restriction of the public's right to speak and would prefer to continue the present conduct of meetings since there has generally not been a problem as a result of current procedures. He suggested however that consideration could be given to continuing a meeting until the next day or fOllowing Monday, postpone action on other business items, or place important issues at the beginning of the agenda, and establish regulations for discussion only when it is deemed to be necessary. He offered that Council comments could be limited to ten minutes. With regard to the ability to extend a meeting beyond an estaQlished time, the City Attorney advised that other cities have placed a waiver of the time limitation on the agenda, thus by motion and majority vote the time may be extended, and likewise the agenda statement could include language setting forth the time limit for public testimony, which could also be waived in the same manner. Mayor Grgas stated he would have no objection to limiting the length of the meetings to midnight provided that there is the ability to extend the hour by majority vote, suggested that the Resolution be amended to reflect same and that limitation of individual and public comments be deleted. Discussion continued. I 11-13-89 Councilmember Risner moved to amend the proposed Resolution to reflect that City Council meetings be concluded at 12:00 midnight and that the hour may be extended by majority vote of the Council, and that the individual and public time limits be deleted. In response to Councilman Laszlo, the City Attorney advised that the Council has the authority at the present time to designate the hour that a meeting is to be concluded with majority agreement by the members of the Council, the Resolution proposed providing for a mandatory midnight -adjournment without Council action. Further discussion continued. There was no second to the motion and Resolution Number 3892 was not adopted. I RESOLUTION NUMBER 3893 - COMPLETION - PROJECT NUMBER 599 - COLLEGE PARK-EAST STREET RECONSTRUCTION Resolution Number 3893 was presented to Council entitled nA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH DECLARING WORK TO BE COMPLETED AS TO PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR PROJECT #599, CPE STREET RECONSTRUCTION IN ACCORDANCE WITH A CONTRACT ENTERED INTO BETWEEN EXCALIBUR CONTRACTING, INC., AND THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH.n By unanimous consent, full reading of Resolution Number 3893 was waived. Risner moved, second by Wilson, to adopt Resolution Number 3893 as-presented. In response to a comment of-Councilman Laszlo regarding this project, the staff advised that many of the problems related to the streets in COllege Park East, as well as reconstruction thereof, are the result of poor soil conditions in certain areas even though the-streets were originally constructed in accordance with engineering standards at that time. Mr. Jue noted that the procedure for reconstruction of Dogwood Avenue was less expensive than the previous procedure of removing and replacing the rock base and asphalt, and that any problems that were realized on this project were the result of the soil conditions rather than the contractor. I AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried The City Manager requested that Item nKn on the Consent Calendar be removed and considered as an item of legislation, to which the Council agreed. ITEM nKn - RESOLUTION NUMBER 3894 - MEMBERSHIP REQUEST - SANTA ANA RIVER FLOOD PROTECTION AGENCY Resolution Number 3894 was presented to Council entitled nA RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA, RATIFYING THE CITY OF SAN JUAN CAPISTRANO'S REQUEST FOR MEMBERSHIP IN THE SANTA ANA RIVER FLOOD PROTECTION AGENCy.n By unanimous consent, full reading of Resolution Number 3894 was waived. Risner moved, second by Hunt, to adopt Resolution Number 3894 as presented. Councilman Laszlo -reported that Orange County is considered to be the-major-potential flood disaster area west of the Mississippi, that -the Flood Protection Agency, consisting of cities, utility -agencies, and other organizations, was I formed to requested the Federal government to provide flood protection to this County through the construction of dams, realignment of the Santa Ana River Flood Control Channel, etc. Mr. Laszlo stated the Agency endorses the membership of the City of San Juan Capistrano. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried . 11-13-89 I CONSENT CALENDAR - ITEMS nGn throuqh nZn Councilmember Wilson requested Items nln and nJn removed from the Consent Calendar, Mayor Grgas requested Item nHn removed, Councilmember Risner requested Items nMn and nNn be removed, Councilman Laszlo requested nLn and nOn be removed, and Councilman Hunt requested that Item nUn be removed. Wilson moved, second by Hunt, to approve the recommended action for items on the Consent Calendar, except Items nH, I, J, L, M, N, 0, and U,n as presented. G. Approved regular demands numbered 76467 through 76895 in the amount of $875,761.30, payroll demands numbered 37255 through 37420 in the amount of $189,082.08, and payroll demands numbered 37421 through 37593 in the amount of $194,022.44 as approved by the Finance Committee, and authorized warrants to be drawn on the Treasury for same. K. Membership Application - City of San Juan Capistrano - Santa Ana River Flood Protection Agency (Action taken under legislation - Resolution Number 3894). I P. Approved the specifications for Project Number 607, Sidewalk Repair, and authorized the City Manager to advertise for bids. Q. Approved the plans and specifications for Project Number 601, Replacement of Water Main in Anaheim Bay Bridge, and authorized the City Manager to advertise for bids. R. Approved-the Voluntary Emergency Preparedness Organization Indemnity Agreement with regard an eme~gency response by Orange County-water agencies in the event of a regional disaster. S. Bids were received until 11:00 a.m., October 10, 1989, for Project Number 606, Slu~ry Seal of Streets - Citywide, at which time they were publicly opened by the City Clerk as follows: Pavement Coatings Company Doug Martin Contracting Co., Inc. Roy Allan Slurry Seal California Pavement Maintenance Company $18,559.62 18,559.62 22,1l0.16 27,839.43 I Awarded the contract for Project Number 606 to Pavement Coatings Company in the amount of $18,559.62, as determined by a coin flip on October 30, -1989, and authorized the City Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the City. T. Bids were received until 11:00 a.m., October 10, 1989, for Project Number 605, Investigation of Underground Hydrocarbon Contamination, at which time they were publicly opened by the City Clerk as follows: MJA Consulting M. T. Walker-Company AS Environmental Recovery Mayfield Enterprises, Inc. $ 5,880.00 6,762.00 7,700.00 15,880.00 11-13-89 Awarded the contract for Project Number 605 to MJA Consulting in the amount of $5,880.00 and authorized the City Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the City. v. Approved the extension of Agreement with Unocal Corporation for the use of boat landing facilities for a period of one year commencing December 6, 1989, and authorized the Assistant to the City Manager to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City. I W. Approved an amendment to the Parking Program Agreement between the City and the Seal Beach Business Association to also allow parking in the 8th and lOth Street beach parking lots. X. Approved the rate change requested by the West Coast Yellow Cab Company, as required by the Municipal Code. Y. Denied the claim for damages of William and Fern Ince and referred same to the City's liability attorney and adjuster. Z. Acknowledged the resignation of Mr. Greg Weiler from the Recreation and Parks Commission representing Councilmanic District Two, and declared said position to be vacant. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried I ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS nH. I. and Jn - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Laszlo moved, second by Wilson, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of September 25, 1989 as presented. AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: Hunt, Laszlo, Wilson None Grgas, Risner Motion carried Hunt moved, second by Grgas, to approve the minutes of the regular meeting of October 9, 1989 and the regular adjourned meeting of October 14, 1989 as presented. AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: Grgas, Hunt, Risner None Laszlo, Wilson Motion carried ITEM nLn - LOT COVERAGE - COLLEGE PARK WEST As a point of information, Councilman Laszlo recalled that in approximately 1978 an increase of lot coverage from forty to forty-five percent was considered for College Park East, College Park West, and the Hill, and due to some objection I from College Park West the lot coverage in that area was not increased. Wilson moved, second by Risner, to authorize the Planning Commission to conduct appropriate public hearings to consider revising the lot coverage requirement for College Park West. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried 11-13-89 I ITEM nMn - DRAFT EIR - SUNSET AQUATIC REGIONAL PARK GENERAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN Councilmember Risner reported that this item will be considered by the Harbors, Beaches and Parks Commission at their next meeting to be held at the Planning Commission Room in the County Civic Center. She made reference to the January 16, 1989 minutes reflecting the position taken by the City Council at that time regarding additional recreational vehicle overnight parking and supporting Concept nBn, and pointed out that the County EMA staff is recommending Concept nCn which would eliminate additional recreational vehicle storage due to the problems expressed by the City of Huntington Beach, and pointed out that additional spaces have been provided at Newport Dunes which was felt would help to resolve this need. Councilmember Risner stated she would be attending the Commission meeting and casting her vote based upon the report from County staff and public input if there were no objection. Wilson moved, second by Risner, to receive and file the staff report. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried I ITEM nNn - BANNER REGULATIONS Councilmember-Risner stated her only input to the Planning Commission would be a preference for regulations similar to those of the City of Garden Grove with regard to the purpose of the banner and time period. Councilmember Wilson asked if a reasonable fee should be attached to the placement of banne~s. Mayor Grgas suggested that consideration be given to establishing a time frame for review of the regulations to determine if revisions are determined to be warranted. Risner moved, second by Hunt, to refer this matter to the Planning Commission for consideration and possible Zone Text Amendment. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried _I ITEM nOn - SELECTION OF CONSULTANT SERVICES - BIXBY OLD RANCH SPECIFIC PLAN - Councilman Laszlo asked that this item be postponed until the Council is provided with all information submitted to the City by those firms responding to the Request for Proposal. Mayor Grgas asked if a rating matrix prepared by the staff would suffice. Councilman Laszlo stated he would prefer to receive the matrix and the proposals. The City Manager noted that the principal reason for recommending selection of Claire Associates was based upon their experience and skill in facilitating public meetings and citizen involvement in planning decisions. In response to Council, the Development Services Director advised that the consultant had been notified that their firm was the staff recommendation to Council, however they understood that the Council would make the final decision. Brief discussion followed. Laszlo moved, second by Risner, to hold this item over until the next meeting and that the Council be provided with the information requested. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner Wilson Motion carried ITEM nUn - AWARD OF CONTRACT - CONSULTANT SERVICES - TRAFFIC IMPACT FEES The City Engineer noted the Council had authorized Requests for Proposals for consultant services to develop the traffic 11-13-89 impact fee at the September 11th meeting and reported three proposals had been received as follows: DKS Associates Willdan Associates Jaykim Engineers, Inc. $24,390 41 ,000 26,690 Mr. Jue stated that if the intent of the Council is to proceed to establish the resolution to implement the traffic impact fee, staff would recommend that the contract for consultant services be awarded to OKS Associates, a firm having past experience in the City. Councilman Hunt said it was his recollection that the intent had been to establish the total cost to implement traffic impact fees and determine the income that may be forthcoming from those fees -as opposed to the expenditure, prior to awarding a contract for consultant services. The City Manager clarified that the award was recommended only if it were the desire of the Council to proceed. He stated that he would not recommend going forward to implement all of the impact fees at this time at a cost of approximately $85,000, however for the fee of $24,390 for the traffic impact study there appears to be two areas where benefit will be derived to justify the expenditure, from the potential traffic fees that mayor may not exceed that amount, and from the data that will become available to the Council, the Planning Commission and the public that will identify the levels of traffic as it presently exists and the projected level of traffic under the current General Plan in the year 2000. Mr. Nelson said he could not estimate the benefit to the City in dollar figures or dollars saved, however cited an example of a commercial development that could be justified because the traffic impact would not be as great as perceived, then in turn would generate a sizeable amount of sales tax to the City. Councilmember Risner said she felt it was understood that not only would the City realize the benefit of traffic fees as a result of this study, but data relating to infrastructure requirements, State requirements for mitigation measures, etc., information that could be applied to various future needs. The City Attorney offered that even if the Council chose to not impose the traffic fees, the information generated from the study could be applied to a future development as the basis for imposing mitigation measures, AB 1600 requiring that a City demonstrate the connection between an exaction and the impact of the development, also, should the Council desire to enact the traffic fee, the professional study would be important should there be a challenge to establishing such fee. In response to Councilman Laszlo, the City Engineer advised the $24,390 is anticipated to be the total cost related to establishing the traffic fee, also that the master plan for Rockwell would be provided to the consultant to allow determination of the trip generation for that plan. Councilman Laszlo asked if having the traffic impact fee in place would reduce what would otherwise be required of a developer to contribute their fair share for the impact of a development. Citing the example mentioned, the Bixby project, the City Attorney explained that if there were a development agreement for the project as a result of a zone change or General Plan amendment, additional benefits could be required for the City, and negotiations for such agreement would not change as a result of having a traffic fee ordinance in place which the developer would also be required to comply with. He confirmed however that if there are entitlements in place there is no legal basis to require more than fair share exactions. With regard to recovering the cost of the transportation study, the City Attorney confirmed that the cost could be factored into the I~- 1 1- 11-13-89 1 development fee. The City Engineer advised that in the past the City has required the developer to bear the cost of a traffic study relating to a specific development, however the intent of the transportation study under consideration is to establish fees that the City would charge relating to traffic impacts. Mayor Grgas pointed out that the transportation study would provide baseline information, data essential to measuring impacts against land uses set forth by the General Plan and zoning, and allow fees to be assessed accordingly. In response to Council, the City Attorney explained that upon completion of the study the report would provide the basis for establishing the traffic fees, calculated by the consultant based upon the data forthcoming from the study, and considered for adoption by resolution of the City Council. Councilmember Wilson asked if there is potential for enough future projects to warrant adoption of the traffic fees. The Mayor said he felt there is since the fee would be applied to certain smaller projects as well as large development, the funds providing a pool for some future improvement. Risner moved, second by Wilson, to award the contract for consulting services to prepare a transportation study and develop transportation impact fees to OKS Associates in the amount of $24,390 and authorized the City Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the City. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried 1 Mayor Grgas, with consent of the Council, declared at recess at 8:31 p.m. The Council reconvened at 8:48 p.m. with Mayor Grgas calling the meeting to order. PROPOSED STANDARDS - VIDEO ARCAOES The Director of Development Services presented the staff report, noting that as a result of a recent Planning Commission approval of twelve video machines at the Super Saver Cinema in Rossmoor Center, staff conducted research to establish guidelines for video machines and arcades as requested by the Commission. He reported the Commission considered the item on November 1st, suggested certain additional areas for consideration, and has requested input from the City Council prior to conducting public hearings and formulating regUlations. Members of the Council indicated their desire to hold this item over to allow review of the backup data to the staff report. Mr. Whittenberg explained that there is presently establishments in the City that have video machines however there is a lack of criteria for their use or location, and by establishing guidelines the City would have some discretion regarding such use as well as provide operators with the regulations prior to making application to the City. He said the consideration of the Commission is to allow such use in certain locations subject to conditions, that two machines or less within certain establishments in commercial zones would require a plan review by the Commission, and more than two machines would require a Conditional Use Permit and public hearing noticed to property owners within three hundred feet of the location. It was the consensus of the Council to hold this item over until the next meeting. I REPORT - PROPOSED PARKSITE - MOLA DEVELOPMENT The Recreation Oirector reported the Recreation and Parks Commission conducted two study sessions and two public hearings with regard to formulating a preliminary plan for the fifteen acre park to be built on the Mola development project. He stated the plan provides recreational amenities 11-13-89 requested by local residents and the Recreation Department, the plan designed to meet the recreational needs of as large a segment of the community as possible, while taking into account future maintenance costs. Mr. Osteen reported that Mola Development has agreed to construct the park as it appears on the plans provided to the Council. Members of the Council commended the Commission _for their efforts in designing this parksite. Councilman Hunt spoke in favor of I approving that the plan as presented, however suggested that the procedure for constructing the parksite be changed, that six rather than the proposed eight tennis courts be constructed initially until such time as the need for two additional courts is demonstrated, that the money to construct those courts be placed in reserve until that time and if the need is not realized that those monies be used for another recreational use, also that construction of the viewing stand for the wetlands be delayed until it is determined that the facility will be used and what the exact location will be, those monies likewise placed in reserve. Mr. Osteen explained that the lighted racketball court had been deleted from the plan in lieu of night lighting for the basketball courts. Councilman Laszlo spoke favorably of lighted basketball courts, however said he hoped the courts would not be asphalt surface. The Director advised that the courts are proposed to be concrete. Mr. Laszlo noted that the tennis courts at Heather Park are often used for roller hockey and suggested an area for that activity could be considered if all eight tennis courts are not built. The Council requested a cost breakdown for the various park improvements. Councilmember Risner spoke favorably of the locations for active and passive park uses and the addition of the community building, expressed her preference that the I entire parksite be developed at one time and as early in the project development as possible, and noted that delay of construction of tennis or basketball courts could result in increased costs. She also expressed support for the wetlands observation area. In response to Mrs. Risner, the Recreation Director advised that the large open grass areas would only be used for recreation purposes as needed, that approximately twelve full grown trees are proposed for the picnic area, the remaining trees varying in size, to be addressed in more detail at the time landscape plans are submitted, and confirmed that retention of monies in lieu of construction of certain improvements had not been discussed with the developer. Councilmember Wilson inquired about staffing for the community building, and asked if the night lighting of the basketball courts would impact the residences. Mr. Osteen responded that the community building would be staffed by the Recreation Department, an anticipated use being after-school programs, and explained that revenue generated from that facility would help to offset any additional staff, also that through the use of a new lighting system there will be no impact on the residences from the basketball courts. Councilmember Wilson indicated she too felt that it may be advisable to phase the park improvements to insure that the improvements are actually desired and needed. Mr. Osteen noted that the par I course will be donated by a running club. Mayor Grgas and Councilmember Risner each expressed their disappointment with the deletion of the water treatment for the passive park area. Mayor Grgas noted that although there are many varied recreational uses proposed for the park, no area has been identified to accommodate large playground equipment for use by children in the five to twelve year age group, and suggested that either one tot lot or the gazebO area be eliminated in order to provide that use. He expressed concern that given the layout of the plan there is no area for parents to readily observe their children utilizing more 11-13-89 I than one of the park facilities, also concern with the configuration of the open grass areas that may accommodate soccer and football use. Mayor Grgas noted that although Mola is required to provide improvements to the park within a certain dollar figure, additional improvements or facilities could be obtained through future tax increment that will be generated from the development. He spoke favorably of the addition of the community building and expressed his desire that the construction quality will meet the City's expectations. He suggested that sources of revenue enhancement, such as baseball pitching machines in the area of the baseball facility, be explored by the staff. Mayor Grgas spoke for adoption of the plan as a concept with the understanding that it can be refined as deemed necessary. Councilman Hunt reiterated his previous suggestion with regard to phasing of certain park improvements. In response to the Mayor, the Development Services Director stated his understanding of the development agreement is that once the Council determines what improvements will be required at the park facility there will be an amendment to the development agreement to address the specific improvements and scheduling thereof that will be presented to the Council for consideration. The City Attorney added that such amendment would be required to be acted upon prior to the final map approval. Oiscussion continued. The Recreation Director noted that there had not been a discussion relating to large playground equipment at the Recreation Commission level, however the tennis courts and other issues had been discussed at length. Councilman Hunt spoke for adoption of the parksite plan, however again urged that consideration be given to delaying certain park improvements, allowing the option to change a use in the future should more objective information become available, and in turn possibly more value realized from the monies allocated to those improvements. The City Attorney responded that it may be possible to negotiate Mr. Hunt's recommendation into the agreement, Mr. Mola's concern believed to be the total dollar value of the improvements. Mrs. Miriam Kelly, 1125 Catalina Avenue, stated that for a number of years there have been an inadequate number of tennis courts to accommodate the participants, many persons traveling out of the City to play and to seek a facility for youth tennis. Mr. Ron Moore, 604 Taper Drive, concurred with the statements of Mrs. Kelly, adding that the minimum wait for a court is an hour, and that there is no organized tennis for youth or junior competition is this area. He also noted tennis courts being used for roller hockey, which causes damage to the courts, and suggested that ,if it were found that one of the courts proposed were not necessary it could possibly be used for hockey or basketball. In response to Mrs. Wilson, the Recreation Director confirmed that night lighting is proposed for the tennis court~. A member of the audience, Mr. Galen Ambrose, stated the recommendation of the Coastal Commission staff is that there be no night lighting of the courts. The Development Services Director clarified that the recommendation of the Commission staff is believed to be based upon their concern with light and sound on wildlife. Councilmember Risner asked if it is thought the Coastal Commission would accept some relocation of the tennis courts if the community desires night lighting. Mr. Whittenberg again responded that he felt the concern was with lighting in the vicinity of the wetlands, and that the Commission staff report had not mentioned lighting of the basketball courts. Councilman Laszlo said he felt the lighting is important, which could be turned off by automatic timer. The Development Services Director advised that he believed the Coastal Commission I I 11-13-89 will eventually want to review the final park plan as it relates to the area adjacent to the wetlands. Risner moved, second by Laszlo, to hold this item over until the next meeting. Mayor Grgas asked that the motion be amended to include his request that one tot lot area provide for large playground equipment. Councilmember Risner agreed to the amendment. She also suggested that the developer be I made aware that the park plan may need to be redesigned as a result of the Coastal Commission. review and determination regarding night lighting. Councilman Hunt indicated his desire to seek public input regarding the playground area. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried REPORT - AD HOC RETAIL SALES COMMITTEE Mr. John Baker, Chairman of the Ad Hoc Retail Sales Committee and Vice-Chairman of the Seal Beach Business Association, stated the report to the Council contained a number of suggestions for review and consideration, the desire being that some will be acted upon as an effort to improve the tax base of the business district and tourism in the City. Mr. Baker expressed appreciation to each person who had served on the committee and to members of the City staff. The City Manager reported there were several hundred suggestions generated BY the committee and their related survey, and that many of the items will require further study, referral to staff, advisory bodies, other agencies or organizations for report and/or implementation. He noted there had been mention of meeting with the Committee IN a workshop session with regard to the Committee recommendations, also that input from the business community I and the public may be desirable. It was suggested that the Planning Commission and the Development Services Director be included in such meetings. Mr. Baker noted some areas for initial improvements discussed were the street lighting on Main Street and extended business hours. He stated he provided the Business Association with updates of what had been discpssed by the committee, some of the items being a topic of discussion by the Association. Councilman Laszlo suggested that there be discussion and input from the Business Association initially regarding the recommendations. Mr. Baker stated that a number of the recommendations have been the subject of discussion in the past however have not been implemented. Councilmember Risner offered that if the Business Association concurs with the suggestions and takes an official position to that affect, that could enhance the recommendations of the committee. She stated however that she did not feel a parking structure for the 8th Street lot was likely to become a reality, and that the newspaper survey was not representative of the community. Councilmember Wilson expressed her interest in maximizing retail sales in the community, noting that more than sixty percent of sales tax dollars are spent outside the City. She voiced her support for establishing uniform business hours, to include evenings 1 and weekends, improved Main Street lighting, the addition of signage, specifically at major entrances to the City and possibly through the assistance of community organizations, publicizing available bus transportation services, and studying means of eliminating delays in the City's approval process. She noted that improving retail sales can not be accomplished without increasing traffic, that there needs to be a balance between growth and quality of life, that the varied characteristics of the shopping areas requires different treatment for signage, landscaping, etc., and that redevelopment for the Rossmoor Center should be considered 11-13-89 I only with agreement from that area. She offered that it is quite likely the reduction of sales tax from the Rossmoor Center began before the present ownership, that it takes time to regenerate an area to fill the needs of the people and be an asset to the community, and cited an increase of retail sales from that shopping area this year. Councilmember Wilson noted that the Center maintains their streets, lighting and landscaping as does Leisure World, and that there is no plan or desire to convert the Rossmoor Center from retail sales to office space as had recently been mentioned as a concern. Councilman Hunt noted that enhancement of retail sales in local shopping areas will in turn result in a like reduction of sales in other locations. He also offered that there will be some objections as the result of increased sales. Discussion continued. Councilman Laszlo requested that retail sales data be provided regarding the downtown area, Pacific Coast Highway, Seal Beach Center, Rossmoor, and the Bixby complex for comparison, also an analysis of the recommendation to place the Rossmoor Center in a redevelopment project area, and offered that it should be kept in mind that Bixby may plan to include some retail in their future development. Mayor Grgas requested that the City Manager poll the Council, Planning Commission and the Retail Committee for a mutually acceptable date for a workshop, that there be a presentation from the staff or the Committee regarding the recommendations and the reasoning for each, and suggested that it may be worthwhile to cablecast the session. Members of the Council concurred with the request. I OEVELOPMENT OF CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PLAN - REOUIREMENT OF AB 471 Risner moved, second by Wilson, to adopt the recommendations of the Orange County Division, League of California Cities, to authorize staff members to participate in a staff-level working group, co-sponsored by the League Division and the Board of Supervisors, including city, county, Orange County Transportation Commission and Orange County Transit District representatives to provide initial analysis of the scope of the Congestion Management Plan specifically and the legiSlative transportation package in general, defer any action on designation of a lead agency to prepare the Congestion Management Plan pending recommendations from the working group, and defer appointment of elected and technical representatives as requested in the OCTC letter of October 13, 1989 pending recommendations of the working group. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS - MEMBERSHIP Wilson moved, second by Laszlo, to rejoin the Southern California Association of Governments for an adjusted nine month 1989/90 membership fee of $1046. I AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried COMMUNICATION - CITY OF SIGNAL HILL - EARTHQUAKE RELIEF Risner moved, second by Wilson, to receive and file the communication from the City of Signal Hill encouraging financial assistance to Northern California cities that have suffered damage as a result of the recent earthquake. It was noted that contribution to the earthquake effort is being accomplished through the State adopted quarter cent sales tax increase. 11-13-89 only with agreement from that area. She offered that it is quite likely the reduction of sales tax from the Rossmoor Center began before the present ownership, that it takes time to regenerate an area to fill the needs of the people and be an asset to the community, and cited an increase of retail sales from that shopping area this year. Councilmember Wilson noted that the Center maintains their streets, lighting and landscaping as does Leisure World, and I that there is no plan or desire to convert the Rossmoor Center from retail sales to office space as had recently been mentioned as a concern. Councilman Hunt noted that enhancement of retail sales in local shopping areas will in turn result in a like reduction of sales in other locations. He also offered that there will be some objections as the result of increased sales. Oiscussion continued. Councilman Laszlo requested that retail sales data be provided regarding the downtown area, Pacific Coast Highway, Seal Beach Center, Rossmoor, and the Bixby complex for comparison, also an analysis of the recommendation to place the Rossmoor Center in a redevelopment project area, and offered that it should be kept in mind that Bixby may plan to include some retail in their future development. Mayor Grgas requested that the City Manager poll the Council, Planning Commission and the Retail Committee for a mutually acceptable date for a workshop, that there be a presentation from the staff or the Committee regarding the recommendations and the reasoning for each, and suggested that it may be worthwhile to cablecast the session. Members of the Council concurred with the request. DEVELOPMENT OF CONGESTION MANAGEMENT PLAN - REOUIREMENT OF AB 47l Risner moved, second by Wilson, to adopt the recommendations I of the Orange County Division, League of California Cities, to authorize staff members to participate in a staff-level working group, co-sponsored by the League Division and the Board of Supervisors, including city, county, Orange county Transportation Commission and Orange County Transit District representatives to provide initial analysis of the scope of the Congestion Management Plan specifically and the legislative transportation package in general, defer any action on designation of a lead agency to prepare the Congestion Management Plan pending recommendations from the working group, and defer appointment of elected and technical representatives as requested in the OCTC letter of October 13, 1989 pending recommendations of the working group. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS - MEMBERSHIP Wilson moved, second by Laszlo, to rejoin the Southern California Association of Governments for an adjusted nine month 1989/90 membership fee of $1046. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried I COMMUNICATION - CITY OF SIGNAL HILL - EARTHOUAKE RELIEF Risner moved, second by Wilson, to receive and file the communication from the City of Signal Hill encouraging financial assistance to Northern California cities that have suffered damage as a result of the recent earthquake. It was noted that contribution to the earthquake effort is being accomplished through the State adopted quarter cent sales tax increase. 11-13-89 AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried I FUNDING REQUEST - AIRPORT SITE COALITION Councilman Laszlo reported the Site Coalition will hold their final meeting October 18th, their site selection including Camp Pendelton, potrero Los Pinos in the Cleveland National Forest, March Air Force Base, and Christianitos Canyon. He noted that the Oefense Department has chosen not to close March Air Force Base, Christianitos Canyon is located too close to the nuclear generating station, Camp Pendelton will not close, and although Los Pinos may be a consideration it is not felt that the Department of Parks will allow use of that land, and the site selection is now being turned over to the SCAG Aviation Workshop Program. He pointed out that the Coalition did eliminate consideration of Los Alamitos Reserve Center. With regard to the funding request, Mr. Laszlo stated the local Ad Hoc Airport Committee will most likely provide input to that request at their upcoming meeting. After brief discussion, Risner moved, second by Hunt, to receive and file the request. Councilman Laszlo suggested that a letter be forwarded commending the Coalition for their efforts. AYES: NOES: ABSTAIN: Grgas, Hunt, Risner, Wilson None Laszlo Motion carried I HOLIDAY OECORATIONS - SEAL BEACH BOULEVARD The City Manager reviewed the report from the Oirector of Public Works setting forth a cost accounting for holiday decorations for the Main Street area as it relates to the request from Rossmoor Center for financial assistance with regard to decorations along Seal Beach Boulevard. He cautioned that if approved similar requests may be forthcoming from the other shopping areas. Councilmember Wilson spoke in favor of participating with decorations for Seal Beach Boulevard in an amount equal to the expenditure for Main Street. Councilman Hunt stated he would not object to an amount comparable to the material costs associated with Main Street decorations, and noted that a request may be forthcoming to improve and upgrade the lighting on Main Street. Councilmember Risner pointed out that Main Street is a public street, and those businesses strive to promote and provide services to the community. She noted that other shopping areas provide decorations at their expense. Mayor Grgas suggested that if any funds are allocated to this request it should be understood that they are to be used for decorations in addition to those currently planned, also asked that the City Manager investigate a means to obtain improved or new decorations for the Main Street and Seal Beach Boulevard areas for future years and how the costs would be allocated. Oiscussion continued. Mr. John Baker, Business Association, agreed that there is need for improved decorations for Main Street, lig~ting that is proposed to be used on a year-round basis as it is felt to improve the business atmosphere, and offered that during the upcoming year possibly new decorations can be obtained through a cooperative effort of the Business Association and the City. After further discussion, Hunt moved, second by Wilson, to appropriate a -$625.00 good faith contribution for Seal Beach Boulevard decorations adjacent to the Rossmoor Center. It was understood'that a report from staff would be forthcoming outlining a method to obtain new, improved decorations for future use. I AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried 11-13-89 REQUEST - SEAL BEACH BUSINESS ASSOCIATION - JULY 4th CELEBRATION The City Manager referred to the request from the Seal Beach Business Association for'approval of a kick-off 75th City birthday celebration on July 4th to include a parade, picnic, bands, and fireworks display. He noted the memorandum from the Public Works Oirector, the coordinator of community activities on City rights-of-way, setting forth various staff concerns and a recommendation for consideration of an alternative to an evening 4th of July fireworks display, possibly similar to the Santa Monica 'Oawns Early Light' display, and pointed out the principal concern,_other than cost, is the potential for law enforcement problems and the possibility of the need to request mutual aid. Councilmember Risner asked that the staff review past records to determine the cost and amount of fireworks used for the 70th birthday event. Mr. Steve O'Connell, President of the Business Association, reported that the intent had been to initiate the 75th birthday celebration, that the Association has committed $5,000 towards the event with a potential for $2,000 from private parties, and that the Association had not realized the expenses that would result from Public Works and Police Department services. Mr. O'Connell said the Association did not support a fireworks display such as that held in Santa Monica. He explained there had been no plans to advertise the celebration outside of the community, the intent being that it be family a oriented event, and confirmed it was their desire to originate the fireworks display from an area on the beach or from the Naval Weapons Station. Members of the Council stated they had envisioned a community event that included a small fireworks display for the benefit of the residents. Discussion continued regarding the location, cost, and length of a proposed fireworks display, also cancellation or participation in the Armed Forces Center fireworks display. Mr. John Baker noted that most businesses would be closed, therefore Main Street could also be closed to enhance a carnival atmosphere with varied activities, the intent being that the community organizations would participate and sponsor some portion of the festivities arranged through the Coordinating Council. He noted there will be other activities, such as the April sidewalk sale and car show that will also focus on the City birthday. Mr. O'Connell requested a commitment that fireworks could be displayed at night versus morning hours. Mayor Grgas suggested a commitment to the July 4th celebration, however requested that a report be forthcoming outlining a schedule of events and the manner in which they will occur, at which time a decision could be made regarding a fireworks display. Risner moved, second by Wilson, to support the Seal Beach Business Association's assistance with the City's 75th birthday celebration with a parade and activities on the green belt, and that fireworks be allowed from the beach area, limited to a display of approximately twenty minutes. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried APPOINTMENT - PLANNING COMMISSION Councilmember Risner moved to appoint Mrs. Gwen Forsythe to the Planning Commission representing Councilmanic District Three for the full term expiring July 1993. Councilman Laszlo seconded the motion. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried Councilmember Risner introduced Mrs. Forsythe to those present. 1 1 I 11-13-89 1 CITY COUNCIL ITEMS In response to Councilman Laszlo, the Recreation Oirector advised that the soccer goals at College Park were scheduled for installation the following day; Councilman Laszlo requested the schedule for street sweeping of College Park East, and that the cleanup of the Arco Station site be expedited. Councilmember Risner asked the staff to look into removing the Riverbeach sales sign from the property adjacent to the State Lands site. I ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Grgas declared Oral Communications open. Mr. Galen Ambrose, Wetlands Restoration Society, said that their group had previously suggested that the Port could fund restoration of the wetlands area, a suggestion that was disregarded, and now there is an attempt to obtain that money for private development. He said the Society did not want public money used for private development and the Coastal Commission staff report stated that if Mola could not get a co-sponsor Mola would be responsible for the entire wetlands restoration. He also noted that the application to the Coastal Commission had indicated there were no archeological finds on the Hellman site, which he disagreed with. Councilman Hunt recalled that at one time the Council had indicated that the Port may be willing to fund restoration, however not land acquisition. Councilmember Risner asked if the City had copies of the Coastal Commission staff report and if it stated Mola would be required to pay for restoration of the wetlands, and that her understanding had been that the requirement was a one for one restoration of any wetlands area touched by the development. -The Development Services Director advised the report had been received this date, however upon initial review he did not recall the specific language. Mr. Ambrose quoted from the Commission staff report. There being no further comments, Mayor Grgas declared Oral Communications closed. CLOSED SESSION The City Attorney announced the Council would meet in Closed Session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to discuss pending litigation, Wetlands Restoration Society, and negotiations regarding the Department of Water and Power site. By unanimous consent, the Council adjourned to Closed Session at 11:47 p.m. and reconvened at 12:50 a.m. with Mayor Grgas calling the meeting to order. The City Attorney reported the Council had discussed the items previously announced. ADJOURNMENT Wilson moved, second by Laszlo, to adjourn the meeting at 12:51 a.m. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Hunt Motion carried I erk and ex- of Seal Beach of the 11-13-89 1 11-27-89 Approved: I Attest: Seal Beach, California November 27, 1989 The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session at 7:05 p.m. with Mayor Grgas calling the meeting to order with the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Present: Mr. Nelson, City Manager Mr. Barrow, Assistant City Attorney Mr. Whittenberg, Director of Development Services Mr. Archibold, Assistant to the City Manager Mrs. Yeo, City Clerk WAIVER OF FULL REAOING Wilson moved, second by Risner, to waive the reading in full I 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. AYES: NOES: Grgas, Hunt, Laszlo, Risner, Wilson None Motion carried PRESENTATION - AIDS WALK - ORANGE COUNTY Ms. Elizabeth Parker, Executive Director of AIDS Walk Orange County, reported there are now more than twelve hundred persons in Orange County known to have the AIDS virus, six of those in Seal Beach, and that AIDS Walk Orange County was formed approximately three and one-half years ago with the goal to raise funds and awareness of the disease and intent that government should not be responsible for the entire cost of this health issue. She reported last year the organization provided funds to nine non-profit agencies involved in assisting persons with AIDS, that AIDS Walk raised $325,000 in 1989 and the goal for 1990 is $400,000. Ms. Parker noted that in 1989 two Orange County cities donated funds as well as employees to walk, and that AIDS Walk is requesting a financial donation toward the 1990 countywide AIDS Walk effort and approval to advertise 1 through the City's employees and at certain locations within the City. Mayor Grgas stated he is an advisory member of the this organization, and commended the efforts of the AIDS Walk group. The City Manager said that he felt a $1,000 contribution could be made from the non-departmental account, or an appropriation could be made for that purpose from the unallocated reserves. After some discussion the Council indicated their desire to hold over the request of AIDS Walk Orange County until the mid-year budget evaluation scheduled for January 9th.