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Seal Beach, California
April 28, 1980
The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session
at 7:23 p.m. with Mayor Seitz calling the meeting to order with
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the Salute to the Flag.
ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor Seitz
Councilmen Gray, Krede11, Laszlo
Absent: '
Councilman Weir
Also present:
Mr. Courtemarche, City Manager
Mr. Coughlan, City Attorney
Mr. Johnson, City Engineer
Mr. Romaniello, Planning Director
Capt. Chafe, Police Department
Mr. Kosmont, Assistant City Manager
WAIVER OF FULL READING
Laszlo moved, second by Krede11, 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 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, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
PROCLAMATIONS
Mayor Seitz proclaimed the month of May 1980 as "National Hearing and
Speech Month."
Mr. Reed Havens and Mr. Lowell Witty of the Leisure World Lions Club
were introduced and expressed their appreciation for the National
Hearing and Speech Month proclamation. The City Manager was requested
to prepare a news release based on this proclamation and noting it
is sponsored by the Lions Clubs.
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Mayor Seitz proclaimed May 4 through May 10, 1980 as "Clean Air Week."
Mayor Seitz proclaimed the month of Mayas "Poppy Month" and May 16th
and 17th, 1980 as "Poppy Days."
CONSENT CALENDAR
Councilman Krede11 requested Item "A" removed from the Consent Calendar.
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The City Manager clarified the wording of the recommended action for
Item "D". Laszlo moved, second by Gray, to approve the recommended
action for items on the Consent Calendar except Item "A" as presented.
B. Approved regular demands numbered 35781 through
35936 in the amount of $122.831.46 and payroll
of April 24, 1980 plus warrants numbered 32695
through 32701 in the amount of $140,051.17 as
approved by the Finance Committee and that
warrants be drawn on the Treasury for the same.
C. Approved the attendance of the Fire Chief to
attend the California Fire Chiefs' Association
Annual Conference in San Diego, May 18 through
22, 1980.
D. Refer the Southern Pacific Transportation Company
Tax Litigation suit to the City Attorney to request
the Orange County Counsel defend this matter on
behalf of the City.
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
None
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
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Weir
Motion carried
Items Removed From the Consent Calendar
ITEM "A" - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Councilman Krede11 asked for clarification of the date for appointments
to the Ad Hoc Redistricting Committee. Councilman Laszlo stated he had
requested appointments be made the last meeting in May. Councilman
Gray spoke in support of appointments being made at the May 12th meeting.
It was the consensus of the Council to hold over approval of the April
14th minutes for clarification of that Council action.
REPORT - MARINA - PETERS LANDING
The City Engineer presented a report regarding a proposed development at
Peter's Landing for an eighty-one boat slip expansion in Sunset Aquatic
Park, noting that the proposed project had been erroneously submitted to
the City of Huntington Beach rather than Seal Beach. Mr. Johnson stated
a letter had been forwarded to the Corp of Engineers expressing staff
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concerns regarding navigational safety, constriction of the main channel
and stating that the project has not been presented to the City of Seal
Beach for consideration. Mr. Johnson reported he had been informed the
developer has recently revised the project, proposing forty rather than
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eighty-one boat slips, and verified that no permits or approvals for
the project have been granted. Councilman Gray spoke in support of this
type of project as a possible revenue source for the city, expressed
concern regarding the staff response to the Corp of Engineers, and
suggested staff pursue discussions regarding this project with the
developer. Councilman Krede11 stated opposition to this project had
been expressed by condominium owners in that area. Pursuant to Council
discussion, the City Manager stated he would provide a report to Council
regarding revenues received from boats in Sunset Aquatic Park. Discussion
followed. Laszlo moved, second by Seitz, to receive and file the report
presented.
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
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NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
REPORT - SUNSET AQUATIC PARK DEVELOPMENT
A report was presented to Council regarding a proposed development for
expansion of Sunset Aquatic Park which would include an eighty boat
slip harbor and boating facility, 240 space overnight camping site,
2.5 acre picnic and park area, harbor patrol building, 5.2 acre Least Tern
nesting site, 12.5 acre wildlife sanctuary and other miscellaneous facilities
for a total estimated cost of $4.9 million dollars, and that Supervisor
Wieder had requested comments from this City by May 1st. Staff requested
authorization to conduct a thirty day review of the E.I.R., utility and
public services for the project. Discussion followed regarding services
provided by the City to the Sunset Aquatic Park area. The City Manager
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clarified the property under discussion is owned by the County of Orange
and is within Seal Beach city limits, therefore the city would be
responsible for providing services to that area. The City Attorney
explained that the City does have the authority to address environmental
concerns through the environmental impact process, the ultimate effect
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on the City and its services, and compliance of the project to the
City's General Plan. Seitz moved, second by Laszlo, to authorize
the staff to request a thirty day extension from the County of Orange
for review of the project and report to Council.
AYES: Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES: None
ABSENT: Weir Motion carried
REPORT - PUBLIC CABLE TELEVISION AUTHORITY
Assistant City Manager, Mr. Kosmont, presented an update report regarding
the possibility of Seal Beach participating in the Public Cable Television
Authority which consists of the cities of Westminster, Fountain Valley
and Huntington Beach. Mr. Kosmont stated the PCTA franchise agreement
provides that within a certain time the cities will own the cable
franchise for PCTA resu1 ting in a substantial revenue source to the
city, and explained the PCTA will provide a fifty-two channel network with
a wide range of programming opportunities. Mr. Kosmont reported the PCTA
Board had considered including Seal Beach in the Authority and had recommended
approval, subject to I} modification of the joint powers agreement to include
Seal Beach; 2) amendment to the voting rules of the PCTA to allow the three
original cities certain veto powers; and 3} a one-time entry fee. It was
clarified that the entry fee is anticipated to be approximately $7500. In
response to the Council, Mr. Kosmont explained the responsibilities for
marketing, sale and upkeep of the system and stated discussions will
continue regarding technical aspects of the PCTA. Seitz moved, second by
Laszlo, to approve in concept Seal Beach participation in the PCTA
subject to fulfillment of the necessary amendment to the PCTA by-laws and
authorize the City Manager to continue negotiations with the PCTA, and that
a full report regarding the final agreement be submitted to Council wi thin
ninety days.
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AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
None
Weir
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Motion carried
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AGENDA AMENDED
Seitz moved, second by Laszlo, to amend the agenda to include Resolutions
Numbers 2962 and 2963.
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
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NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Wilir
Motion carried
RESOLUTION NUMBER 2962 - HONORING JERDYS (JODY) TOFTE WEIR
Resolution Number 2962 was presented to Council entitled "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF TIiE CITY OF SEAL BEACH, CALIFORNIA, HONORING
AND COMMENDING JERDYS (JODY) TOFTE WEIR FOR HER DEVOTED COMMITMENT
AND IMPECCABLE PROFESSIONALISM WHILE SERVING THE CITIZENS OF THE CITY
OF SEAL BEACH AS ITS ELECTED CITY CLERK." By unanimous consent, full
reading of Resolution Number 2962 was waived. Laszlo moved, second by
Seitz, to adopt Resolution Number 2962 as presented.
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES:
None
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ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
RESOLUTION NUMBER 2963 - HONORING RUSSELL B. GRAY
Resolution Number 2963 was presented to Council and read in full
entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SEAL BEACH,
CALIFORNIA, HONORING AND COMMENDING RUSSELL B. GRAY FOR HIS DEVOTED
COMMITMENT AND SINCERE DEDICATION TO SERVING THE CITIZENS OF SEAL
BEACH." Laszlo moved, second by Seitz, to adopt Resolution Number
2963 as presented.
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
Mayor Seitz expressed his personal commendations to Jody Weir, City
Clerk and Councilman Russ Gray for their service to this community.
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COUNCIL REPORTS and REQUESTS
Councilman Krede11 requested an Ad Hoc Committee be established to
study the city's bus services. The City Manager stated he would develop
certain guidelines for the committee to study, that the Council should
make the appointments and determine a termination date for the committee.
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The City Manager was requested to prepare a news release inviting
interested citizens to make application for appointment to the committee.
The City Manager stated no recent changes have been made to the bus
routes in the downtown area, however additional bus service is being
provided to North American Rockwell personnel. The City Manager also
reported the Parks and Recreation Commission will be reviewing the
School District Maintenance Agreement at their next meeting. Councilman
Gray referred to the latest investment report for the city. Mayor
Seitz requested a copy of the Police Department personnel summary in the
1979-80 fiscal year budget. Mayor Seitz reported receiving the Rainbow
Award from the Orange County Librarian for outstanding Seal Beach support
of the city's branch libraries.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
There were no oral communications.
EXECUTIVE PERSONNEL SESSION
It was the order of the Chair with consent of Council to adjourn to
Executive Personnel Session at 9:10 p.m. The meeting reconvened at
9:56 with Mayor Seitz calling the meeting to order. The City
Attorney reported the Council had discussed a leave of absence for a
city employee and the meet and confer process.
Laszlo moved, second by Seitz, to approve a thirty day leave of
absence for city employee Robert Powers.
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
ADJOURNMENT
Laszlo moved, second by Gray, to adjourn the meeting at 9:59 p.m.
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried
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Seal Beach, California
May 12, 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.
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ROLL CALL
Present:
Mayor Seitz
Councilmen Gray, Krede11, Laszlo
Absent:
Councilman Weir
Also present:
Mr. Courtemarche, City Manager
Mr. Stepanicich, Assistant City Attorney
Mr. Johnson, City Engineer
Mr. Romaniello, Planning Director
Capt. Picascia, Police Department
Mr. Kosmont, Assistant City Manager
WAIVER OF FULL READING
Laszlo moved, second by Krede11, 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 Council members after reading of
the title unless specific request is made at that time for the reading
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of such ordinance or resolution.
AYES:
Gray, Krede11, Laszlo, Seitz
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
Weir
Motion carried