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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Min 1984-01-23 1-9-84 / 1-23-84 to order. The City Attorney reported that the Council had discussed potential and pending litigation and had given direction to the staff. ADJOURNMENT Brownell moved, second by Vanderstaay, to adjourn the meeting at lO:29 p.m. AYES: NOES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay None Motion carried I Approved: of Attesto 9- ..., 0{;, ( iJ C ty CJ"erk I Seal Beach, California January 23, 1984 The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session at 7:00 o'clock p.m. with Mayor Grgas calling the meeting to order with the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Grgas Counci1members Brownell, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay Absent: None Also present: Mr. Parker, Executive Director Mr. Stepanicich, City Attorney Mr. Joseph, Assistant City Manager Mr. JOhnson, Director of Public Works/ City Engineer Mr. Osteen, Recreation Director Mrs. Yeo, City Clerk I WAIVER OF FULL READING Brownell moved, second by Vanderstaay, to waive the reading in full of all ordinances and resolutions and that consent to the waiver of reading shall be deemed to be given by all Councilmembers after reading of the title unless specific request is made at that time for the reading of such ordinance or resolution. 1-23-84 AYES: NOES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay None Motion carried RESOLUTION NUMBER 3347 - TRANSPORTATION PLAN Risner moved, second by Brownell, to hold this item over pending the arrival of Orange County Transportation Commission representatives. I AYES: NOES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay None Motion carried I ORDINANCE NUMBER 1162 - PARKING OF TRUCKS - RESIDENTIAL and COMMERCIAL ZONES Ordinance Number ll62 was presented to Council for first reading entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING CHAPTER l3C, RELATING TO PARKING OF TRUCKS IN RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL ZONES." By unanimous consent, full reading of Ordinance Number 1162 was waived. The City Manager referred to the on-going problem of commercial trucks and/or their detached trailers parking for extended periods of time on City streets, explaining that Chapter l3C of the Municipal Code prOhibits such extended parking, however does not provide for removal (towing) of such vehicle or trailer, therefore the proposed ordinance amends Section l3C-4 and provides for removal of such vehicles. The City Manager requested Section l3C- 4 be amended to read ".. .any non-motorized vehicle.. .". Risner moved, second by Brownell, to approve the introduction of Ordinance Number 1162 as amended and that it be passed to second reading. It was clarified that Chapter l3C of the Code deals specifically with parking of commercial vehicles, not recreational vehicles. AYES: NOES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay None Motion carried ORDINANCE NUMBER 1163 - AMENDMENT NUMBER THREE - FRANCHISE AGREEMENT - GROUP W CABLE - COLOR STUDIO Ordinance Number l163 was presented to Council for first reading entitled "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH APPROVING AMENDMENT NUMBER THREE TO THE FRANCHISE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH AND GROUP W CABLE, INCORPORATED." By unanimous consent, full reading of Ordinance Number 1163 was waived. The Assistant City Manager reported that Amendment Number Three extends the color studio completion date to October 1, 1984 to coincide with the completion of the old city hall rehabilitation. Mr. Joseph requested that Amendment Number Three be amended to reflect the execution date of the franchise agreement as March 8 rather than February. Risner moved, second by Brownell, to approve the introduction of Ordinance Number 1163 and Amendment Number Three as amended, and that it be passed to second reading. AYES: NOES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay None Motion carried I RESOLUTION NUMBER 3348 - AMENDING RESOLUTION NUMBER 3242 - COMMUNITY CENTER CLOSING HOUR Resolution Number 3348 was presented to Council entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, AMENDING PARAGRAPH 7, EXHIBIT "A" TO RESOLUTION NUMBER 3242 RELATING TO EXIT TIMES FOR SEAL BEACH FACILITIES WHEN ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES ARE SERVED." By unanimous consent, full reading of Resolution Number 3348 was waived. The Recreation Director reported that pursuant to Council 1-23-84 request, staff reviewed extending the closing hour for Community Centers when alcoholic beverages are served, and determined that midnight would be a workable hour. Risner moved, second by Vanderstaay, to adopt Resolution Number 3248 as presented. It was clarified that the City will still have the option of requiring an earlier closing, and that a City staff member is on duty at the Centers when alcoholic beverages are served. AYES: NOES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay None Motion carried I CONSENT CALENDAR - AGENDA ITEMS "E" THROUGH "H" The City Manager requested that Item "G" be removed from the Consent Calendar. Risner moved, second by Brownell, to approve the recommended action for items on the Consent Calendar, except Item "G", as presented. E. Approved the minutes of the regular City Council meeting of January 9, 1984. F. Approved regular demands numbered 50738 through 50864 in the amount of $l7l,592.6l and payroll demands numbered 7738 through 7881 in the amount of $113,738.84 as approved by the Finance Committee and authorized that warrants be drawn on the Treasury for same. H. Approved the request for a permit from Circus Vargas to perform at the Rossmoor Business Center on February 7, 8 and 9, 1984. AYES: NOES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay None Motion carried I ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR ITEM "G" - AWARD OF BID - RECONSTRUCTION OF SEAL BEACH PIER - PHASE III - PROJECT NUMBER 537-C The City Engineer reported that bids were received and opened by the City Clerk at 1:30 p.m., January 20, 1984 as follows: Magnus Company Crowley Constructors, Inc. Healy Tibbits Construction Co. John L. Meek Construction Co. $ 913,800.00 1,043.000.00 1,063,000.00 1,340,000.00 Mr. Johnson reported that Phase III of the reconstruction will include utilities, lights, fishing cat walk, lifeguard tower, boat landings and repair of the end of the pier, and is anticipated to be completed by mid June 1984. Mr. Johnson estimated the cost of the pier restoration to date at $1,800,000 and stated that with the known cost of Phase III, the Coastal Conservancy Grant can be pursued which I would cover any unfunded costs. He also stated a change order revising the style of lighting will be forwarded to the contractor, and further, that due to unknown factors at this time, there may be additional change orders during this phase of the project. A member of the Council suggested that a community celebration be planned for the pier opening. Brownell moved, second by Risner, to award the bid to the low bidder, Magnus Company in the amount of $913,800.00, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract on behalf of the City. 1-23-84 AYES: NOES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay None Motion carried With the arrival of the representative from the Orange County Transportation Commission, it was the consensus of the Council to consider agenda Item "A" at this time. I RESOLUTION NUMBER 3347 - TRANSPORTATION INVESTMENT PLAN - ONE PERCENT SALES TAX BALLOT MEASURE Resolution Number 3347 was presented to Council entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL APPROVING THE FIFTEEN YEAR TRANSPORTATION INVESTMENT PLAN AND AGREEING TO ALLOW THE VOTERS OF ORANGE COUNTY TO DETERMINE IF THEY WISH TO FINANCE THE PLAN THROUGH A ONE PERCENT SALES TAX" and alternate Resolution Number 3347 entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE SEAL BEACH CITY COUNCIL AGREEING TO ALLOW THE VOTERS OF ORANGE COUNTY TO DETERMINE IF THEY WISH TO FINANCE THE FIFTEEN YEAR TRANSPORTATION INVESTMENT PLAN THROUGH A ONE PERCENT SALES TAX." By unanimous consent, full reading of proposed Resolutions Numbered 3347 was waived. The Director of Public Works introduced Ms. Nancy Coss Fitzwater, Orange County Transportation Commission staff member. Ms. Fitzwater reviewed the background of how the Transportation Plan was framed, beginning with 1976 technical studies of County transportation needs, after which input was obtained from the cities and County, public workShOps held, and a task force established to allow input from the business community. Ms. Fitzwater stated that the Plan was adopted in December by the OCTC, and authorized the Commission staff to circulate and seek approval of the Plan by the cities and County in order to place the one percent sales tax measure on the ballot. Ms. Fitzwater explained the four categories of projects addressed by the Plan: Highways, Local Transportation, Improvements, Countywide Discretionary Program, and Tra~it; described the projects proposed in the Plan, noting those of specific benefit to Seal Beach such as the widening of Pacific Coast Highway, widening of 1-405, including landscaping and soundwalls, extension of Route 57 to 1-405, and widening and improvement of Pacific Coast Highway from Golden West Street to the San Gabriel River. Ms. Fitzwater explained the percentage of the sales tax revenue that will be allocated to each category, and estimated that over $400,000 would be returned to Seal Beach for transportation improvements, noting those funds could be used for any project that would be allowable under gas tax funds or for a special project subject to Commission approval. Council discussed the sound barrier wall at the northern perimeter of Leisure World, the anticipated time frame for the 1-405 widening, and expressed some concern with funding any project listed in the Plan which may be fundable through another agency. Ms. Fitzwater reported that improvements to 1-405 are anticipated to begin by 1988/89, that the sound wall would be constructed in conjunction with that project, funding expected for that project from the state and federal government as well as the proposed sales tax funds, and stated further that a strong effort will continue to pursue state and federal funds for qualified projects. Councilman Brownell stated that after considerable review, he felt that there is a definite need for a comprehensive plan to improve County transportation over the next fifteen years, and moved to approve Resolution Number 3347 supporting the Plan and agreeing to allow the voters of Orange County to vote on the one percent sales tax. Counci1member Risner stated she would support the proposed Resolution, however did not necessarily support the Transportation Plan. Councilman Laszlo seconded the motion on the floor. I I 1-23-84 AYES: NOES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay None Motion carried AGENDA AMENDED Risner moved, second by Vanderstaay, to amend the agenda to include consideration of a request from the Police Department. AYES: NOES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay None Motion carried I The City Manager presented a request from the Police Department to purchase two used, low mileage passenger cars to be used by plain clothes personnel, replacing two 1974 Dodge automobiles. The City Manager noted that the Municipal Code allows the Council to dispense with formal bidding procedures when it is in the best interest of the City. It was pointed out that the 1983/84 budget allocates $14,000 for replacement of the 1974 vehicles, the proposed vehicles being approximately $2300 below that budgeted amount. Vanderstaay moved, second by Risner, to approve the purchase of one 1983 Ford Fairmont from Worthington Ford in the amount of $53l5.90, and one 1981 Ford Granada from Cerritos Ford in the amount of $6376.00, as requested. AYES: NOES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay None Motion carried ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Grgas declared oral communications open. Mr. James Hagadorn, 409 Emerald Place, referred to the restaurant at the end of the pier, inquired as to the legal status of the existing lease and asked if it is the intent of I the City to renegotiate that lease, suggesting that this matter be placed on an upcoming agenda for Council and public discussion. The Council responded that no funds exist to construct a new restaurant at the end of the pier, and noted that the lessee also conducts the fishing operation from that location. The City Manager reported the annual revenues generated from the restaurant and the fishing operation, and stated there has been no direction from the Council to initiate renegotiation of the existing lease. Sharon Leonard, 217 Central Avenue, responded to Mr. Hagadorn and spoke in support of joint operation at the end of the pier. Mayor Grgas requested that a copy of the lease and an interpretation of same be provided to the Council. The City Council, by consensus, agreed to adjourn the meeting to TueSday, January 24th at 7:00 p.m. The Mayor stated he would be out of town for that meeting. Councilman Laszlo recommended that a committee be appointed, comprised of two members of the Council, to review the annual compensation and benefits of the City Manager. Vanderstaay moved, second by Risner, to approve the appointment of Mayor Grgas and Councilmember Brownell as the committee. AYES: NOES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay None Motion carried I ADJOURNMENT Brownell moved, second by Risner, to adjourn to Tuesday, January 24, 1984 at 7:00 p.m. 1-23-84 / 1-24-84 AYES: NOES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay None Motion carried The meeting adjourned at 8:0l p.m. Approved: of I Attest: ~m,)lhC f2 City Cletk I Seal Beach, California January 24, 1984 The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular adjourned session at 7:00 o'clock p.m. with Mayor ProTempore Brownell calling the meeting to order with the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor ProTempore Brownell Councilmembers Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay Absent: Mayor Grgas Also present: Mrs. Yeo, City Clerk Risner moved, second by Vanderstaay, to adjourn the meeting to the City Hall Conference Room at 7:03 p.m., due to a conflict of Council Chamber use. AYES: NOES: ABSENT: Brownell, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay None Grgas Motion carried I The meeting reconvened in the City Hall Conference Room at 7:10 p.m. CERTIFICATION OF NOMINEES - MARCH 27, 1984 ELECTION The City Clerk reported that a new provision of the California Elections Code, Section 22843.5, requires the City Clerk to certify to the legislative body nomination facts in a case where there is no one or only one nominee to an elective municipal office as of 5:00 p.m. on the