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Seal Beach, California
April 1, 1980
The regular adjourned City Council meeting of April 1, 1980 was
hereby adjourned due to lack of quorum.
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Seal Beach, California
April 14, 1980
The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session at
7:00 p.m. with Mayor Seitz calling the meeting to order with the
Salute to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor Seitz
Councilmen Gray, Krede11, Laszlo
Absent:
Councilman Weir
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It was the order of the Chair with consent of Council that Councilman
Weir's absence be excused.
Also present:
Mr. Courtemarche, City Manager
Mr. Johnson, City Engineer
Mr. Romaniello, Planning Director
Capt. D'Amico, Police Department
Chief Adams, Fire Department
Mr. Kosmont, Assistant City Manager
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WAIVER OF FULL READING
Laszlo moved, second by Gray, tc waive the reading in full of all
ordinances and resolutions, and that consent to the waiver of reacinl
shall be deemed to be given by all Council members after reading of
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the title unless specific request is made at that time for the reading
of such ordinance or resolution.
AYES:
Gray, Krede1I, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
PROCLAMATION
Mayor Seitz proclaimed April 13 through April 19, 1980 as "Days of
Remembrance of Victims of the Hollocaust".
AGENDA AMENDED
Gray moved, second by Seitz, to amend the agenda to include Resolution
Number 2961, "Honoring 1980 Employee of the Year".
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
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None
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
RESOLUTION NUMBER 2961 - JAMES D. COSBY - 1980 EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR
Resolution Number 2961 was presented to Council and read in full by
Mayor Seitz entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA, HONORING JAMES D. COSBY, JR. AS THE "1980" CITY
EMPLOYEE OF THE YEAR." Gray moved, second by Laszlo, to adopt
Resolution Number 2961 as presented.
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
Mr. Cosby was introduced to those present and was commended by Mayor
Seitz and members of the Council.
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RESOLUTION NUMBER 2959 - OPPOSING ASSEMBLY BILL 2257 - INTRA-AGENCY
TAX INCREMENT FUNDS
Resolution Number 29.!:!? was presented tc Council entitled "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF TPE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CA~IFORNI^, OPPOSING
STATE ASSEMBLY BILL NO. 2257 CO~CERNING TPE RESTRICTION OF THE INTRA-
AGENCY USE OF TAX INCREMENT FUNDS OUTSIDE OF PROJECT AREAS FROM WHICH
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SUCH FUNDS ARE GENERATED." By unanimous consent, full reading of
Resolution Number 2959 was waived. Laszlo moved, second by Krede11,
to adopt Resolution Number 2959 as presented.
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo" Seitz
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
RESOLUTION NUMBER 2960 - DECLARING RESULTS - PRIMARY MUNICIPAL ELECTION -
MARCH 25, 1980
Resolution Number 2960 was presented to Council entitled "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE
FACTS OF THE PRIMARY MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD IN THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH
ON THE 25th DAY OF MARCH, 1980, DECLARING THE RESULTS THEREOF, AND SUCH
OTHER MATTERS AS ARE PROVIDED BY LAW." By unanimous consent, full
reading of Resolution Number 2960 was waived. Gray moved, second by
Laszlo, to adopt Resolution Number 2960 as presented.
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES:
None
ABSENT: Weir
Motion carried
CONSEN~ CALENDAR
Councilman Gray requested Item "F" removed from the Consent Calendar;
Councilman Laszlo requested Items "E" and "I" removed from the Consent
Calendar; and Mayor Seitz requested Items "H" and "L" removed from the
Consent Calendar. Laszlo moved, second by Krede11, to approve the
recommended action for items on the Consent Calendar as presented except
Items "E", "F", "U", "I" and "Ln.
A. Approved the minutes of the regular meeting of March 24,
1980.
B. Approved regular demands numbered 35481 through 35780
in the amount of $179,149.58; payroll of March 27, 1980
plus demands numbered 32682 through 32691 in the amount
of $138,995.79; and payroll of April 10, 1980 plus demands
numbered 32692 through 32694 in the amount of $156,267.23
as approved by the Finance Committee and that warrants
be drawn on the Treasury for the same.
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C. Approved the West Orange COlmty Water Board Budget for'
fiscal year 1980-81.
D. Approved the cont~act wit~ C & C Poats fo~ )ieT privi1eves
and authorized the City ManageT to execllte the contr3ct on
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behalf of the City.
G. Approved the specifications fc~ demolition of the SIIDset
Beach Water Tower and authorized the City Manager to
advertise for bids.
J. Denied the claim of Frank E. Clinton for reimbursement
of auto citation and tow away costs and Teferred same
to the city's insurance carrier and adjuster.
K. Denied the c1ailr. of Patricia Allison Minugh for bodily
injuries and referred same to the city'S insurance carrier
and adjuster.
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES:
None
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ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
Items Removed From the Consent Calendar
ITEM "E" - SEWER LINE MAINTENANCE and CLEANING SERVICE - REQUEST FOR
BIDS
In response to Councilman Laszlo, the City Engineer stated this service
is funded through water revenues. Laszlo ooved, second by Seitz, to
authorize tIle City Manager to obtain bids for sewer line maintenance
and cleaning service.
AYES:
Gray, Kredel1, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
ITEM "F" - SAN GABRIEL RIVER BIKE TRAIL - PLAl\S and SPECIFICATIONS
The City Manager stated the project would be enti~e1y funded by 5B 821
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funds. Gray moved, second by Seitz, to approve the plans and
specifications for Project Number 467, Construction of San Gabriel
River Bike Trail, Marina Drive to bIl8.ch, and authorize the City t'.anager
to advertise for bids.
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
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ITEM "H" - SOROPTIMIST INTERNATIONAL - REQUEST FOR WAIVER OF FEES
It was clarified that the proceeds from the fund raising dinner referred
to in this request would go toward the support of Interval House. Mayor
Seitz noted previous City Council action opposing legislation eliminating
local regulation for this type of facility and reported the Orange County
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League had voted unanimously to support a similar resolution from that
agency. Seitz moved, second by Gray, to approve the Soroptimist Club
request and direct the City Manager to waive the $50 rental fee.
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
ITEM "I" - CONTRACT EXTENSION AGREEMENT - ORANGE COUNTY ANIMAL SHELTER
SERVICES
The City Manager stated the contract for animal shelter services would
expire July 1st. Councilman Laszlo requested that this item be
postponed until budget considerations. It was the consensus of the
Council that the animal shelter services contract be brought back to
ITEM "L" - PURCHASE OF STATION WAGON - FIRE DEPARTMENT
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Council in thirty days.
Mayor Seitz suggested that the specifications for this vehicle be revised
to reflect an engine size of no more than six cylinders or no less than
twenty-five miles per gallon mileage. The Fire Chief stated that during
a previous request for bids, no bids had been received for repracement
of this vehicle and requested authorization to purchase this station
wagon for the Fire Department in conjunction with the City of Huntington
Beach for a purchase price of $8019.02. Gray moved, second by Laszlo,
that the City Manager be authorized to purchase the station wagon from
Theodore Robbins Ford at the price of $8019.02.
AYES:
Gray. Laszlo
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion failed
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Kredell, Seitz
Seitz moved, second by Krede11, that the specifications for the
Fire Department station wagon be revised to reflect a six cylinder
engine or twenty-five mile per gallon average mileage. At the
request of Councilman Gray, the motion was amended to insure that
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adequate vehicle space would be available for hauling of equipment.
AYES: Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES: None
ABSENT: Weir ~otion carried
REPORT - SCHOOL CROSSING GUARDS
Capt. D'.~ico, Police Department, presented R report re1atinff to the
city providing school crossing guard protection. Capt. D'Amico noted
problems recruiting and maintaining adequate crossing guards and
recommended the Council consider an increase in crossing guard
compensation to $5 per hour in the 1980-81 budget. Capt. D'Amico
proposed that the City and School District discuss further and consider
initiating a Youth School Crossing Glmrd Prograro similar to that i~ the
City of San Diego. The Captain exp1ai~ed the specifics of the program
and law regulating same. It was noted the need for adult crossing
guards would continue at s~ecific locations. Discussion followed.
COllIlci1man Krede11 indicated his o~position to youth crossing gllards.
Counci1members Seitz and Gray spoke in support of increasing the
crossing guard compensation for next fiscal year and suggested the
Youth Program be submitted to the School Board for discussion. It was
the consensus of the Council to hold over further discussion of crossing
guard compensation lmti1 budget sessions, as requested by Councilman
Laszlo. The City Manager stated a special report regarding this matter
would be provided the Council for budget consideration. Seitz moved,
second by Laszlo, that the Youth Crossing Guard Program proposal be
presented to the School Board for their consideration and input.
AYES: Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES: None
ABSENT: Weir I.!otion carried
REPORT - STATE WILDLIFE CONSERVATION GRANT - PIER REPAIR
Mr. Johnson, City Engineer, stated an application had been submitted to the
State Wildlife Conservation Board to provide funds fcr the completion of
pier repairs, as directed by the Council. The City Engineer noted
seve't'a1 conditions that would be placed on the city should the grant
be approved: I) that the city mlL~t first allocate and spend the monies
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for repairs; 2) city must initially agree to submit 50% of the funding,
generally 50% reimbursable from the Federal government; 3) a 25-year
lease agreement with the State which guarantees fishing rights on the
pier and prohibits encroachment by any structure during that time; and
for the operation and maintenance of the pier only, and that the financial
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4) a special revenue account be established, those revenues to be used
records be maintained for State audits. It was clarified there would be
no cancellation clause within the agreement, and that it would not be
known if funds are available until next fall. Discussion followed.
It was the consensus of the Council to receive and file the report
regarding the State Wildlife Conservation Grant and that this item be
reconsidered should the grant become available.
REPORT - NET SIX SHOP - FIRE DEPARTMENT
Fire Chief Adams presented a report and proposal for establishment of
a Net Six Automotive and Equipment Shop which would combine the
repair facilities of Huntington Beach and Seal Beach to provide repair
and maintenance for Fire Department apparatus and equipment. It was
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noted the cities of Fountain Valley and Westminster may join the program
at a later time. Chief Adams stated the approximate cost for the
facility will be $300,000, Seal Beach share of the project to be
$39,900 payable over a ten year period, and participation in the
facility would require an annual operation/maintenance charge to the
city. Chief Adams noted the benefit to the city for a continuing
preventative maintenance program for the Fire Department. Discussion
followed. Mayor Seitz suggested that the County be contacted regarding
availability of funds for construction of the facility and also funds
for providing fire services to unincorporated areas. It was the
consensus of the Council to discuss this project further during budget
considerations and that availability of County funds be investigated
for construction of this facility.
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REPORT - REDISTRICTING COMMITTEE
The City Manager reported that pursuant to City Charter Section 515,
the City Council shall appoint a connnittee to study and report to the
City Council, the advisability of redistricting the City. Seitz moved,
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second by Laszlo, to establish an Ad Hoc Redistricting Committee to
study redistricting the City cf Seal Beac~, two appointments to be rr~de
from each Councilmanic District, and that the appointments be made the
last regu1a~ meeting in May.
AYES: Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES: None
ABSENT: :feir
REPORT - MAINTENANCE OF PRIVATE PROPERTY
Motion carried
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Planning Director. Mr. Romaniello, presented a staff report and sample
ordinance whic~ would allow the city some control over the reaintenance
of private property. The Planning Director recommended that prior to
public hearing on the matter the ordinmlce ~e given legal review. Mayor
Seitz suggested that the ordinance be considered for first reading.
Councilman Laszlo asked that the ordinance be given further study, receive
legal review and forwarded to the Planning Commission for their st~dy.
Councilman Gray spoke in opposition to the proposed orcinance and
asked that the cost of enforcewent be considered. G~ay moved, second by
Krede11, to refer this matter to the Planning Commission for study, to
include costs related thereto, and that a report be S11bwittec to COln1ci1
within thirty days of Planning Comrr~ssion consideration.
AYES: Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES: None
ABSENT: Weir
REPORT - STREET LIGHT CONVERSION
Motion carried
Mayor Seitz stated he had requested this item be brought back for
reconsideration and moved to 3uthorize the Southern California Ediscn
Company to proceed with the conversion/replacement program for existing
Edison owned street lights. Councilman Gray seconded the motion.
AYES: Gray, Seitz
I NOES: Kredell, Laszlo
ABSENT: Weir Motion failed
Councilman Krede11 requested the cost for placing an advisory measure
regarding street lighting on the November ballot.
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COUNCIL REPORTS and REQUESTS
Councilman Kredell referred to animal control on the beach. The City
Manager stated a directive would be issued requesting the Police Department
and Lifeguard Department inform persons that animals are not allowed on
the beach. The City Manager reported the 1980-81 proposed budget would
be available to the Council May 25th, however the availability of funds
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is vague at this time pending the outcome of Proposition 9. Mayor Seitz
reported a request from Mrs. Sally Paul, Leisure World Senior Citizens
League, for printing funds for the Senior Citizen League Bulletin. Mayor
Seitz requested the staff investigate availability of state or county
funds for the League. Mayor Seitz requested a report regarding the city
consolidating elections with the State June or November elections. The
City Manager stated he would also provide information regarding Charter
amendments if the election dates are changed, and the affect on seating
of the Council and consideration of the budget.
EXECUTIVE PERSONNEL SESSION
It was the order of the Chair with consent of the Council that the
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Executive Personnel Session be cancelled.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mayor Seitz declared oral communications open. Councilman Krede11 .
commended the Public Works Department for beach clean-up. The City
Manager was directed to prepare a news release, for Council review,
regarding proposed street lighting conversion. There were no other
oral communications; Mayor Seitz declared oral communications closed.
ADJOURNMENT
Laszlo moved, second by Krede11, to adjourn the meeting at 9:14 p.m.
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
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