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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Min 1982-06-16 6-14-82 / 6-16-82 y Clerk and ex-of 1 eal Beach City Council I APproved:~..l ~_~.J,........"to- ~ Mayor ~ Att Seal Beach, California June 16, 1982 The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular adjourned session at 6:00 o'clock p.m. with Mayor Vanderstaay calling the meeting to order with the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL I Present: Mayor Vanderstaay Councilmembers Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner Absent: None Also present: Mr. Parker, City Manager Mr. Joseph, Assistant City Manager Mr. Johnson, City Engineer/Director of Public Works Capt. Chafe, Police Department Mrs. Yeo, City Clerk DISCUSSION - 1982/83 FISCAL YEAR BUDGET The City Manager stated that as a result of the loss of additional State revenues, the proposed 1982-83 fiscal year budget had once again been reviewed in depth and presented several proposals for consideration that could produce a balanced budget. Mr. Parker detailed'each of the budget adjustments as follows: Deduct $75,000 I Inventory Tax (Property Tax) as a result of AB 8 deflator; add $30,600 interest from proceeds resulting from the sale of the Old City Hall; deduct $243,500 loss of motor vehicle in-lieu and cigarette tax from the State; add $15,200 increased revenue from parking permit fees; County reimbursement for lifeguard services, add $21,490; add $5,600 from increased landing fees pursuant to C & C Boats contract; 6-16-82 I $62,140 added to the General Fund and charged to the Plant and Equipment Fund and $15,400 charged to the Beach and Pier Fund rather than the General Fund; add $17,580 for General Fund surplus for 1982-83; redu~e City Council General Office Expense by $1,000; $2,700 deducted for City Manager salary increase and $1,200 for City Manager auto allowance; add $15,000 due to reduction in contract services to be performed by Municipal Services Inc.; deduct $7,000 for estimated cost of November Special Election; add $19,690 for workers compensa- tion reinsurance premium; $5,830 added by eliminating materials and supplies for Band Review and Christmas decorations; by reduction in contribution to Liability Fund Reserve, add $50,000; add $15,000 due to reduction in budget for legal expenses as a result of reduction in number of claims received during the past year; $75,350 added as a result of County purchase of City Fire equipment; and $16,550 deducted for parking expenses due to revised estimates to operate new parking system for fiscal year 1982-83. Mr. Parker reported the above adjustments would provide a General Fund balance of $3930 and in addition to the above, $90,960 has been eliminated for the Ocean Avenue Water Line Project due to lower revised revenue projections for the water fund, however the budget could be amended at a later time to include the project if funds become available. While the City Manager presented his proposals, the Council indicated they wished to discuss further the elimination of the allocation for the Band Review and Christmas decorations and in response to a question relating to the appraisal price for fire equipment, staff reported there is no book value guideline, that the $306,000 negotiated price less the buyout cost to contract for County fire services, results in the $75,350 saving to the City. In response to Council inquiry regarding a new beach parking lot system, the Assistant City Manager reported it will be by metering device whereby the parking fee is placed in a box at each numbered space, periodically checked by one attendant, reducing personnel costs for parking lot attendants and expressed optimism that revenues from the beach parking lots will increase. Councilman Laszlo expressed concern with requiring the I I 6-16-82 same parking fee for those entering the lots in the afternoon hours. Councilman Grgas noted enforcement problems and increased costs of varied rates were allowed. The City Manager provided Council with a revised estimated fund balance sheet, presented an overview of the purpose of each fund for the information of the Council and reviewed the revisions to those funds, noting expenditures to be approximately $4,000 less than revenues. Councilmember Risner asked the procedure to place the $138,000 Presley funds derived from the Leisure World condominium project into a separate fund. The City Manager stated those monies are presently included in the Park Funds and if the Council wished to separate those monies into a separate fund this matter ~ould be placed on the next Council agenda for consideration. In response to Councilmember Risner, the City Manager stated Environmental Reserve Funds could be used for Eisenhower Park improvements and curb repair in that area. Mayor Vanderstaay referred to an ongoing rodent problem at the entrance bridge into the College Park West area resulting from fishing activities and inquired if Environmental Funds could be used to resolve the problem; staff recommended this situa- tion be referred to the Orange County Vector Control District. Mr. Parker continued, stating funds would be borrowed from the Plant and Equipment fund throughout the year and would be repaid by the end of the fiscal year, affirmed that the Cash Basis Fund would show a negative balance of $600,000 and offered that an increase in the Oil Barrel and Transient Occupancy Taxes will help to replenish the General Fund balance as will funds derived from the Ponderosa development when it commences. Discussion continued regarding claims loss experience for the 1981-82 fiscal year and delayed replenishment of the Liability Reserve Fund. Council noted the recent loss of State funds of approximately $318,000 and nearly three quarters of a million dollars over the past two years and reference was made to possible State funding cuts in future years. The City Manager distributed a memorandum from the City Clerk regarding estimated cost to place a ballot measure(s) on the November ballot and written responses to budget questions previously posed: 1) Street Lighting Assessment District - too late to I I I 6-16-82 I implement this year, could be considered for fiscal 1983-84; 2) Oil Barrel Tax - comparison of the price of oil over the past six years, justifying an increase to eighteen cents; it was the consensus of the Council that the staff calculate the barrel tax based on a per- centage of the per barrel cost and compared to a price based on the Consumer Price Index; 3) Flow Meters - it was reported that the State Lands Division closely monitors off-shore production, that most of the Hellman RCU production is metered, some estimated by tank by volume which seems to be reasonably accurate, and that metering could be negotiated when franchises come for revewal; 4) Bed Tax - a survey of bed taxes in other communities was presented, staff reco~ended an increase to six percent, increased annual revenue to be $25,000 to $30,000 if a two hundred fifty bed hotel is developed; 5) Apartment Tax - licenses for apartments and the basis for same in other cities was reported, stated that voter approval would be necessary to impose an apartment tax and if the tax was imposed on complexes with three or more units, approximately $10,000 annual revenue would be generated. Reference was made to the Leisure World mutuals which are composed of several individual apartments and that it is unlikely Leisure World could be exempt from the tax. After discussion, it was the general consensus of the Council that this matter not be considered at this time. Councilmember Laszlo suggested that the Council may wish to consider appointing a Charter Review Committee and place certain charter amendments on the November ballot. It was determined a charter review would be lengthy therefore should be postponed until a later time. With regard to funds for the Band Review and Christmas decorations, Council determined to allot $500 to decorations and $3430 to the Band Review. Reference was made to the proposed expendi- ture of $4,000 for the summer beach buggy and Councilmember Risner asked the Council to consider a minimum charge of those utilizing this service, reduction of trips, possibly three days per week, or elimination of the bus. The City Manager provided a report setting forth the beach buggy ridership. Councilmember Laszlo asked that the figues reported be clarified as to whether they reflect I I 6-16-82 ridership per trip or daily and suggested a stop at the Rossmoor Center had been suggested and requested the City Manager discuss this possibility with Supervisor Wieder and inquire if the County would participate in the cost of this service. Risner moved, second by Grgas, to adjourn the meeting to the City Manager's Conference Room at 7:23 p.m. AYES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay NOES: None Motion carried The meeting reconvened in the Conference Room at 7:30 p.m. with Mayor Vanderstaay calling the meeting to order. Discussion relating to the summer beach buggy continued and the City Manager stated he would contact the Supervisor and report back to Council. Councilman Grgas asked about funds to replace or repair police vehicles and strongly recommended the fleet be adequately maintained. The Assistant City Manager stated no funds have been allocated for this purpose in the proposed budget. It was noted four new cars were purchased during fiscal year 1981-82, others were refurbished, that there is presently eleven operable vehicles, that it is feasible to operate with nine cars and should it become necessary to replace a vehicle it will be considered as needed. It was stated that the Vehicle Depreciation Fund will be discussed at the time the Municipal Services report is presented. Mayor Vanderstaay excused herself from the meeting at 7:35 and returned at 7:39 p.m. Discussion continued regarding personnel cuts and it was clarified thirteen positions are being eliminated in this budget, four of which are presently filled, that there were one hundred eighty City employees at the time Proposition 13 was enacted, that there will now be one hundred seventeen personnel if the Fire personnel are transferred to the County. The City Manager stated he has requested the Police Department to prepare a projected operational plan for consideration manned with thirty-two persons as opposed to the current personnel contingent of forty, which is based on the formula of one and one-half to two policemen for each one thousand population, and Seal Beach with a population of $26,000, 10,000 persons residing I I I 6-16-82 I in Leisure World and requiring minimum police services, leaving 16,000 population, therefore thirty-two police personnel. Mr. Parker noted additional officers may be necessary during the summer season. The Assistant City Manager stated that pursuant to the City Charter, it is necessary to provide written notification to those persons being affected by the current layoffs and requested Council authori- zation to do so. There being no' objections voiced by the Council, the City Manager stated the legal requirement to provide written notification would be met. Councilmember Laszlo asked if Council wished to set priorities should additional funds become available. Councilman Grgas suggested a first priority should be the replenishment of reserve accounts and Councilman Brownell recommended an effort be made to increase the General Fund balance. The Capital Improvement Program was also mentioned with the City Engineer stressing the need for street repairs and improve- ments especially in College Park East and West and in the downtown area. Councilmember Risner suggested the maintenance and upkeep of existing parks and public places be a priority objective. The City Manager distributed a description of the duties and responsibilities for those persons appointed as members of the Community Development Citizens Participation Committee, as requested by the Council. It was requested that appointments to this Committee be postponed until the first meeting in July. The City Manager presented a memorandum from the Police Chief requesting the purchase of one unmarked automobile which can be obtained from only one source at a cost of $7100 and will replace one 1975 Dodge vehicle with 83,186 miles. Mr. Parker reviewed the expenditures that have been made from the $80,000 Teleprompter money allotment to the Police Department and reported $12,134 will remain to refurbish the jeep, the Scout and Cushman motorscooters. Risner moved, second by Laszlo, to authorize the purchase of the unmarked vehicle as requested. AYES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay NOES: None Motion carried I I 6-16-82 The City Manager stated an increase in animal licenses is not being considered at this time, that a review of the Animal Control Depart- ment will be forthcoming. Mr. Parker was requested to report the number of dogs versus cats that are presently licensed. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS I There were no oral communications. ADJOURNMENT Risner moved, second by Laszlo, to adjourn the meeting at 8:03 p.m. AYES: Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner, Vanderstaay NOES: None Motion'carried c erk of the Approv'd,j\JUL Ur ~~'"'t ayor I Seal Beach, California June 28, 1982 The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session at 7:00 o'clock p.m. with Mayor Vanderstaay calling the meeting to order with the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Vanderstaay Councilmembers Brownell, Grgas, Laszlo, Risner Absent: None Also present: Mr. Parker, City Manager Mr. Stepanicich, City Attorney Mr. Joseph, Assistant City Manager Mr. Johnson, City Engineer/Director of Public Works Chief Picas cia, Police Department Ms. Danielson, Planning Director Mrs. Yeo, City Clerk I