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HomeMy WebLinkAboutCC Min 1980-11-10 2f'O.1l-10-80 Seal Beach, California November 10, 1980 The City Council of the City of Seal Beach met in regular session at 7:00 o'clock p.m. with Mayor Kredell calling the meeting to order with the Salute to the Flag. ROLL CALL Present: Mayor Kredell Councilmembers Laszlo, Seitz, Supple, Vanderstaay Absent: None Also present: Mr. Courtemarche, City Manager Mr. Coughlan, City Attorney Mr. Romaniello, Planning Director Chief Picas cia, Police Department Chief Adams, Fire Department Mr. Thomas, Finance Director Mr. Biery, Assistant City Engineer Mr. Joseph, Assistant City Manager Mrs. Yeo, City Clerk WAIVER OF FULL READING Seitz moved, second by Kredell, to waive 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 of such ordinance or resolution. AYES: Kredell, Laszlo, Seitz, Supple, Vanderstaay NOES: Motion carried None PROCLAMATIONS Mayor Kredell proclaimed the week of November 9 through November 15, 1980 as "Lungs for Life Week." Mayor Kredell proclaimed the week of November 23 through November 30, 1980 as "Bible Week." CONSENT CALENDAR Councilman Laszlo requested Item "A" and Item "C" removed from the Consent Calendar; Councilman Supple requested Item "A" removed; and Councilmember Vanderstaay requested Items "F" and "G" removed from the Consent Calendar. Seitz moved, second by Supple, to approve the recommended action for items on the Consent Calendar except Items "A", "C", "F" and "G" as presented. I I I: . I 1l-10-80~~ B. Approved regular demands numbered 38115 through 38265 in the amount of $169,165.14, payroll of November 6, 1980 and payroll demands numbered 32852 through 32855 in the amount of $143,438.06 I as approved by the Finance Committee and that warrants be drawn on the Treasury for the same. D. Denied the claim of Daniel Earl Farley for property damage and referred same to the city's insurance carrier and adjuster. E. Wai ved the user rental fee for use of the North Seal Beach Community Center by the Rossmoor Women's Club, since the proceeds from the fund raising event will benefit community organizations within the City of Seal Beach. AYES: Kredell, Laszlo, Seitz, Supple, Vanderstaay NOES: None Motion carried I Items Removed From the Consent Calendar ITEM "A" - CITY COUNCIL MINUTES Councilman Laszlo stated he was absent from the October 28th meeting, therefore, would abstain from voting on their approval. Councilman Supple requested that a statement in the October 15th minutes be corrected to read "Councilman Supple stated he would accept the concept plan in principal on the presumption that the plan is based on marketing surveys." Councilman Supple also referred to a statement in the October 15th minutes regarding subsidence and suggested the City Manager review existing oil production agreements for provisions that would provide for reinjection of liquids into the production zones as a subsidence deterrant. Supple moved, second by Kredell, to approve the October 15, 1980 minutes as I corrected and approve the October 28, 1980 minutes as presented. AYES: Kredell, Seitz, Supple, Vanderstaay NOES: None ABSTAIN: Laszlo Motion carried ITEM "C" - CITY MANAGER RESIGNATION Councilman Laszlo requested that proper commendation be prepared for Mr. ~21l-10-80 Courtemarche for his fifteen years of dedicated service to this community. Laszlo moved, second by Kredell, to accept the letter of resignation submitted by City Manager, Mr. Courtemarche, effective December 12, 1980. AYES: Kredell, Laszlo, Seitz, Supple, Vanderstaay NOES: None Motion carried I AGENDA AMENDED Laszlo moved, second by Kredel1, to amend the agenda to include an Executive Personnel Session to discuss the position of City Manager, at the end of this meeting. AYES: Kredell. Laszlo, Seitz, Supple, Vanderstaay NOES: None Motion carried ITEM "F" - SPECIFICATIONS - PIER PILING REPAIR 1980-81 - PROJECT NUMBER 507 Councilmember Vanderstaay inquired about funds designated for inspection and for contingencies. The Assistant City Engineer explained funds are alloted to cover engineering inspections of the pier piling installation and that funds reserved for contingencies are estimated at ten percent of the project amount to cover any unforeseen costs which may occur. The I Assistant City Engineer affirmed that funds are currently budgeted for the pier piling repair. Council discussed previous emergency pier repairs. Mayor Kredell suggested the pier be relinquished to the state. Councilman Supple asked the ownership of the pier and beach areas; the City Manager explained the land is leased from the state and that the pier is owned by the city, that the ocean area to the three mile limit is within the city limits but owned by the state. Discussion continued. The Council requested the City Manager contact the State and inquire into the possibility of their assuming responsibility for the pier and beach areas, and report whether or not the city would realize a financial gain by this action. Councilman Laszlo requested this project be postponed pending investigation of state grant funds for pier repairs and asked that the City Manager report any limitations or restrictions should the I city accept any grant funds. Councilman Seitz recommended that ownership of the pier be retained by the city, and that a ten year financial projection be prepared for information of the Council. Councilman Supple requested that revenues and expenditures for the past ten years also 1l-10-802,?,S be included. Discussion continued. Seitz moved, second by Vanderstaay, to approve the specifications for Project 507, Pier Piling Repairs, and authorize the City Manager to advertise for bids for the purchase of materials. The City Manager reported some County funds are provided I annually for beach maintenance, however, several attempts at State legislation to obtain funds have been defeated. Councilman Laszlo noted construction of this project is anticipated to begin in spring of 1981 and recommended this item be held over for next year's budget discussions. The Assistant City Engineer explained there is a three to four month delivery time for obtaining the treated pilings, noted increased cost of materials, and stated installation of the bracings could commence sooner. The Assistant City Engineer stated the grant program was primarily established to be available for restoration due to disaster, and cautioned that should the city accept a small grant now, it may not be eligible for funds in the event of a future emergency. A member of the audience spoke in favor of the pier repair. I AYES: Kredell, Seitz, Supple, Vanderstaay NOES: Laszlo Motion carried ITEM "G" - FINANCIAL MANAGEMENT SEMINAR - FINANCE DIRECTOR Mayor Kredell spoke in opposition to attendance at any conference or seminar. The City ~mnager stated this is a special League seminar from which valuable financial information may be forthcoming to the city. Seitz moved, second by Supple, to approve the attendance of the Finance Director at the League of Cities Financial Management Seminar in Monterey, December 10 through 12, 1980. AYES: Laszlo, Seitz, Supple NOES: Kredell, Vanderstaay Motion carried AWARD OF BID - JANITORIAL SERVICES Bids were received and opened by the City Clerk at 2:00 o'clock p.m., I October 28, 1980 for Janitorial Services for city buildings as follows: Universe Cleaning $ Janitorial Systems Interstate Building Servo Young General Maintenance Company American Building Maintenance 35,952.00 37,1'40.00 40,618.08 44,028.00 72,099.96 'M~11-10-80 The Assistant City Engineer stated the two lowest bidders have provided janitorial services to the city, neither firms performing satisfactorily during their contract period. Mr. Biery reported references submitted by Interstate Building Services had been contacted and reported satisfactory services being provided. Mr. Biery stated window cleaning was bid as a separate item to be performed on a request basis. Councilman Seitz suggested trustees or CETA personnel be utilitized for janitorial services, that the regular cleaning days be cut by half and that a $50 cleaning fee be required for use of community centers. The Assistant City Engineer noted Health Department and sanitary requirements for all buildings. Responding to Councilman Supple, the City Manager stated city personnel have performed this service in the past and it was determined to be more costly than obtaining an outside contractor. Kredell moved, second by Supple, to accept the proposal of Interstate Building Services in the amount of $40,618.08 annual fee ($3384.84 per month) as the lowest responsible bidder, reject all other bids, and authorize the City Manager to execute the contract for the period December 1, 1980 to December 1, 1981. AYES: Kredell, Laszlo, Supple, Vanderstaay NOES: Seitz Motion carried COUNCIL REPORTS and REQUESTS Councilman Supple referred to the computer financial report he had received and stated he would like clarification of certain items. Mr. Supple was invited to meet with the City Manager and Finance Director to discuss his queries. Councilman Seitz referred to the defeat of Seal Beach Proposition "0" and stated he had reviewed the current budget and wished to suggest budget cuts for Council consideration. Mr. Seitz recommended that a resolution be prepared addressing the procedures for personnel layoffs. The City Attorney stated the city's personnel rules, charter provisions and employee MOU's would be reviewed and a legal opinion provided the Council. Noting the necessity to reduce the next fiscal year budget by more than $700,000, Councilman Seitz recommended one animal control officer be eliminated ($16,000); eliminate public transportation ($20,000); reduce park maintenance by one-half ($30,000); reduce parkway maintenance by one-half (24,000); reduce the program portion I I I 1l-10-802?S I of recreation, providing as many self-supporting programs as possible ($100,000); eliminate street sweeping, placing that responsibility on the property owner ($20,000); cut eight seasonal lifeguard positions, and post the beach for limited lifeguard service ($100,000); eliminate seasonal personnel from the beach and pier maintenance ($30,000); eliminate five Police Department personnel ($160,000); reduce the Fire Department by one engine company, seven to nine personnel ($200,000); and recommended para- medic personnel be retained as backup fire personnel. Mr. Seitz recommended personnel layoff notices be provided effected employees as soon as possible, to be effective June 30, 1981. Councilman Seitz requested other council- members review the budget and suggest cuts for Council discussion. Councilman Supple stated he has completed his budget review and suggested some revenues could be increased which would alleviate some budget cuts. The City Manager reported the anticipated budget deficit for next fiscal year to be $750,000 which does include state bailout funds of approximately $350,000. Councilman Laszlo expressed concern with Recreation Department program reductions. Councilmember Vanderstaay requested red curb markings on Westminster Avenue at Great Western Savings which would provide a more unobstructed view of oncoming traffic; asked if the Veterans Day holiday observance had been changed; and suggested a time limit be placed on City Council meetings. The City Manager reported the Veterans Day holiday would be a matter of discussion with the employee associations. Councilman Laszlo suggested a citizen committee be formed consisting of two residents of each district to review the budget and make recommendations to the Council and requested indepth discussions with the city's financial manager to obtain further input for Council direction. Mr. Laszlo suggested increased oil tax and consideration of a business tax. Mayor Kredell recommended a zero base ~udget be prepared and agreed with increased barrel tax, suggesting a provision for cost of living increases be included. The City Attorney explained any tax must be approved by two-thirds majority of the voters and stated an increase in oil tax could be based on a percentage of the price of the oil, however, cautioned of oil company intervention through legislation or election campaigning. Mayor Kredell inquired about I I '11-10-80 2~6:" i Seal Beach jurisdiction in the Sunset Aquatic Park area. The Planning Director stated Sunset Aquatic Park is within the city's sphere of influence, that this city's recommendations for use in that area will also be addressed in the Local Coastal Plan which is required by all jurisdictions and noted the County's Local Coastal Plan will be provided for Seal Beach review and I comments prior to adoption. The City Attorney clarified that Seal Beach receives tax revenue from living units and boats that are within the city limits, and the City Manager stated services are provided only to those areas within the city. Mayor Kredell requested a breakdown of revenues and expenditures for the Sunset Aquatic Park area. Councilman Laszlo inquired about availability of Proposition "0" voting breakdown by precinct, and the City Manager stated the City Clerk would provide that information by the end of this month. Mayor Kredell asked if the city could obtain fire services through Net 6. Fire Chief, Ron Adams, responded and explained problems the city may encounter "irr'obtaining County fire services and stated the County Fire Chief did not indicate an interest in serving the Seal Beach area and that such a request would require a letter from the I Mayor to the Board of Supervisors requesting consideration of the concept. The Fire Chief expressed appreciation to the Police and Fire Associations for their efforts in support of the ballot measure. The City Manager affirmed that a hiring and promotional freeze is in effect at this time and explained priorities for personnel layoffs. The City Manager estimated that should layoffs be in the Police and Fire Departments only, ten to twelve firemen and twelve police officers would be reduced from next years budget and stated recommendations for layoffs would be provided by the chiefs of those departments. Councilman Seitz expressed his desire to retain the paramedic service and urged that Council not delay decisions for budget cuts. Mayor Kredell suggested the Council meet with department heads, the City Manager and Assistant City Manager prior to any definite decisions. The City Manager suggested a study session could be held for III such discussions, whereby the Council could set priorities and establish policies for each department to follow. The City Attorney affirmed that an adjourned meeting could serve that purpose, allowing discussion with department heads and decisions by the Council. Discussion continued. Mr. 11-10-802;,'( I Tom Blackman, 421 Beryl Cove, spoke regarding the defeat of Proposition "0", expressed disappointment with non-support of the measure and commended Councilman Seitz for his suggested budget cuts. In response to ~layor Kredell, the Clerk affirmed that the Election Code does allow a member of the community to submit a ballot argument. Cowlcilman Seitz referred to recent Council decisions regarding financial matters and recalled street li~lting conversion as a revenue conserving measure. Discussion continued. Councilman Laszlo asked that a study session be held the following Monday evening to discuss budget cuts with each department head individually, and requested a list of employee positions and job descriptions for each department. Mayor Kredell asked that the meeting include only the Police and Fire Chief and requested that recommendations from the City Manager for budget reductions be considered. Mr. David Saxby, Surfside, spoke regarding Proposition "0". Councilman Supple stated several organizations within the Leisure World community hosted city staff presentations regard Eroposition "0" prior to the election. Councilman Laszlo requested that street lighting conversion be an agenda item for consideration at the next meeting, and expressed optimism for increased revenue through building activity and from the sale of the water tower. Councilman Supple expressed concern that according to recent financial reports other city services may face financial difficulty in the near future and stated that based on previous surveys, this citys population is not of optimum economic size to fund paramedic service as they now exist. I I ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mayor Kredell declared oral communications open from the public. Dee Stout, Trailer Park resident, spoke in support of safety services provided elderly Trailer Park residents. Jean Dorr, 231 - 6th Street, expressed support for Proposition "0" and extended a warm commendation to Mr. Courtemarche for his service and dedication to the City of Seal Beach during his years as City Manager. Mitzi Morton, 153 - 13th Street, suggested charging for paramedic services, charging for entrance onto the pier, charging a fee for community center use, expressed the need for no less than bi-weekly street cleaning, suggested eliminating some lighting at the ,ay6: 11-10- 80 2(0' Police Department, removal of the Fire Department secretary, permanently closing rooms in the Police Department to reduce janitorial services, obj ected to purchase of shoes for the Fire Department and uniforms for the Police Department personnel, suggested reduction of city hall personnel, eliminating one Fire Department engine company, and suggested property I owner assessment for tree trimming. Dee Stout also requested that the Council consider placing a bus stop and bus bench at the Trailer Park entrance on First Street and suggested bus and truck traffic be required to reduce speeds on First Street. There were no other oral communications; Mayor Kredell declared oral communications closed. EXECUTIVE SESSION It was the order of the Chair with consent of the Council to adjourn to Executive Session at 9:52 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 10:22 p.m. with the Mayor calling the meeting to order. The City Manager reported the Council had directed him to solicit proposals from management consulting firms to provide for recruitment for the position of City Manager. Mr. Courtemarche reported the Council also discussed litigation. I ADJOURNMENT Seitz moved, second by Laszlo, to adjourn to Monday, November 17, 1980 at 6:30 p.m. AYES: Kredell, Laszlo, Seitz, Supple, Vanderstaay NOES: None Motion carried The meeting adjourned at 10:23 p.m. of I Attest: