MINUTES OF THE ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, held on Tuesday, April 29, 1997, at the hour of 7:16 P.M.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - John Hales, resident

ROLL CALL:

Present: Bowler, Edgerton, Oakes, Mayor Reviczky

Absent: Benz

MAYOR'S COMMENTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS: Mayor Reviczky announced that there had been large crowds for the "Film Festival" and that he had enjoyed it very much.

PRESENTATION:

SOUTH BAY ST. PATRICK'S WEEKEND COMMITTEE PRESENTATION OF DONATIONS TO LOCAL CHARITIES

J. Travis Devine and Jean Cullen, co-chaipersons for the St. Patrick's Day Weekend, invited Mayor Reviczky to assist as they presented $800 checks from the proceeds of the event to four charities, two local and two in Ireland.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:

(a) ORAL COMMUNICATIONS

Coming forward to address the Council at this time were:

Dick McCurdy - 451 25th Street, asked that item 1(j) be removed from the consent calendar;

John Hales - 624 8th Place, said that the yellow line down the center of the Strand was fading and needed to be repainted; suggested that one of the civic groups in the City take the Vetter Windmill repair on as a community project; and, expressed his concerns regarding the dangerous intersection at Valley Drive, Ardmore and Pier Avenue and requested that the City begin the study for a traffic signal;

Missy Sheldon - 1800 The Strand, spoke to remind everyone that the discount coupon books were still available through the Chamber of Commerce and invited everyone to come to the downtown area and see what was happening with the revitalization project; and,

Celeste Coar - 2004 Loma Drive, questioned if there might be a prescriptive easement for the trail that had been used for years to connect Loma Drive with the Valley area at 20th Street.

(b) COUNCIL COMMENTS: Council directed that staff begin early Police enforcement of the Strand due to the expected construction that would cause more congestion in the area. City Manager Stephen Burrell said that the Police will be starting the Beach Patrol next week.

(c) WRITTEN COMMUNICATION - None

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1. CONSENT CALENDAR:

Action: To approve the consent calendar recommendations (a) through (l), with the exception of the following items which were removed for discussion in item 3, but are shown in order for clarity: (f) Edgerton, (g) Mayor Reviczky, (j) Edgerton (for Dick McCurdy), and (l) Bowler.

Motion Bowler, second Oakes. The motion carried by a unanimous vote, noting the absence of Benz.

No one came forward to address the Council on items not removed from the consent calendar.

At 7:33 P.M. the order of the agenda was suspended to go to the public hearing at item 4.

(a) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE FOLLOWING MINUTES:

1) Minutes of the Regular Meeting held on April 8, 1997;

2) Minutes of the Adjourned Regular Meeting held on April 14, 1997; and,

3) Minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 22, 1997.

Action: To approve the minutes of the Regular Meeting of April 8, 1997, the Adjourned Regular Meeting of April 14, 1997, and, the Regular Meeting of April 22, 1997 as presented. (Benz absent)

(b) RECOMMENDATION TO RATIFY THE CHECK REGISTER NOS. 9924 THROUGH 10052 INCLUSIVE.

Action: To ratify the check register as presented. (Benz absent)

(c) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS.

Action: To receive and file the tentative future agenda items as presented. (Benz absent)

(d) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE MARCH 1997 FINANCIAL REPORTS:

(1) Revenue and expenditure report;

(2) City Treasurer's report; and,

(3) Investment report.

Action: To receive and file the March, 1997, Financial Reports as presented. (Benz absent)

(e) RECOMMENDATION TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION ACKNOWLEDGING THE RECEIPT AND FILING OF THE ANNUAL STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY FOR THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH. Memorandum from City Treasurer John Workman dated April 10, 1997.

Action: To approve the staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 97-5852, entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ACKNOWLEDGING THE RECEIPT AND FILING OF AND APPROVING THE ANNUAL STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY AND DELEGATING INVESTMENT AUTHORITY TO THE CITY TREASURER FOR THE YEAR 1997." (Benz absent)

(f) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE ACTION MINUTES FROM PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMISSION MEETING OF 4/16/97.

This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Edgerton for separate discussion later in the meeting due to concerns regarding the possible removal of mature trees in Valley Park or on the Greenbelt.

Community Resources Director Rooney responded to Council questions and said that the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission was very concerned that all mature trees be kept if possible, and would require justification for any proposed removal.

City Manager Stephen Burrell also responded to Council questions and said that the roots of the ficus trees that were raising the pavement in front of the Kiwanis and Rotary buildings could be cut back if the trees were "balanced" by also cutting back the tops.

Action: To receive and file the action minutes from Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission meeting of April 16, 1997.

Motion Edgerton, second Oakes. The motion carried, noting the absence of Benz.

(g) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE AGREEMENT FOR GUARANTEEING A PAYMENT FOR THE ENGINEERING COST FOR THE MYRTLE AVENUE AND LOMA DRIVE UTILITY UNDERGROUNDING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT. Memorandum from Public Works Director Amy Amirani dated April 10, 1997.

This item was removed from the consent calendar by Mayor Reviczky for separate discussion later in the meeting.

City Manager Burrell responded to Council questions by saying that this obligated the City only if the districts should not be formed, and that the attached contract was an old SC Edison form and the wording would be changed to show payment required after the work was done rather than before.

Action: To approve the staff recommendation to approve the agreement for guaranteeing a payment of $15,000 per district (possible $30,000 total) to Southern California Edison Company for its work on the preliminary engineering cost should the underground districts for Myrtle Avenue and Loma Drive not go forward, noting the amendment to clarify that payment would not be required until after the work had been done.

Motion Mayor Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried, noting the absence of Benz.

(h) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH AND PROJECT TOUCH FOR THE USE OF ROOM 3 IN THE COMMUNITY CENTER FOR A PERIOD OF ONE YEAR AND AUTHORIZE MAYOR TO SIGN THE LEASE. Memorandum from Community Resources Director Mary Rooney dated April 21, 1997.

Action: To approve the Park, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission and staff recommendation to:

1) approve the one-year lease agreement between Project Touch and the City for the use of Room 3 in the Community Center at a rate of $492 per month (529 sq.ft. X $.93 per sq.ft.) from June 1, 1997 through May 31, 1998, for a total rental income of $5,904; and,

2) authorize the Mayor to sign the lease. (Benz absent)

(i) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE REQUEST FROM PROJECT TOUCH TO CONDUCT A CLASSIC CAR SHOW ON CLARK FIELD ON SUNDAY, OCTOBER 19, 1997. Memorandum from Community Resources Director Mary Rooney dated April 21, 1997.

Action: To approve the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Commission and staff recommendation to approve the request from Project Touch, a Hermosa Beach based non-profit organization, to conduct a Classic Car Show on Clark Field, Sunday, October 19, 1997, from 10:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M. with the following requirements/waivers:

1. provide the City with a certificate of Insurance in the amount of $1 million;
2. indemnify the City;
3. provide the City with signed indemnification forms from all event participants;
4. waive the Clark Field rental fee of $25 per hour;
5. waive the $1.10 per participant/spectator fee;
6. waive the $300 Event Administration fee;
7. pay for one Police Officer on event day if deemed necessary by the Chief of Police;
8. pay for direct staff costs for Community Resources recreation leader @ $7 per hour;
9. pay for any Public Works services required (e.g., banner fees, man-hours);
10. abide by directions set forth by the Public Works Superintendent to protect the field and sprinkler system;
11. vehicles permitted on the field area only. A 20' fire lane must be maintained at all times. No vehicles permitted in the entry area where parking is prohibited;
12. no vehicles or equipment can be placed on the baseball diamond (northwest);
13. provide cardboard trash receptacles and a BFI bin to remove all trash debris from the event;
14. obtain any and all necessary Health Department clearances;
15. provide an event notice to neighbors immediately adjacent to the park at least two weeks in advance of the event;
16. abide by all of the rules and regulations for special events;
17. require portable toilets;
18. consider need for shuttle service; and,
19. require repair as necessary of field. (Benz absent)

(j) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE REQUEST FROM SISTER CITY ASSOCIATION TO CONDUCT A HERMOSA BEACH 90TH BIRTHDAY COMMUNITY CELEBRATION WITH SISTER CITY LORETO, MEXICO ON THE COMMUNITY CENTER PARKING LOT ON JULY 26, 1997. Memorandum from Community Resources Director Mary Rooney dated April 21, 1997.

This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Edgerton for separate discussion later in the meeting.

Coming forward to address the council on this item were:

Jean Lombardo - 2465 Silverstrand, submitted information regarding the event, said that it would celebrate the 90th Anniversary of Hermosa Beach and the 300th Anniversary of Loreto; said that it would be open to all community groups; asked the City to co-sponsor the event; and,

Dick McCurdy - 451 25th Street, explained the history of the proposed event; invited all other non-profit groups to join in and spoke of the great volunteer tradition in Hermosa Beach.

Action: To approve the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Commission and staff recommendation to approve the request from the Sister City Association, a Hermosa Beach based non-profit organization, to conduct a community celebration on the Community Center parking lot (1/2 of the lot area between the tennis courts) on July 26, 1997 from 7:00 P.M. to 11:00 P.M. subject to the following conditions:

1. Police Chief to determine if officer(s) are necessary for the safe conduct of the event;
2. provide portable trash bins and clean-up as required;
3. obtain any and all necessary Health Department clearances;
4. obtain ABC license as required;
5. notify residents immediately south of the Community Center;
6. abide by all of the rules and regulations for special events; and,
7. all event furniture and equipment must be removed from the Community Center Lot by 10:00 AM on Sunday.

And, to approve the City's co-sponsorship of the event with the direction to staff to work closely with the Sister City Association.

Motion Mayor Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried, noting the absence of Benz.

(k) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE ACTION MINUTES FROM PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF 4/15/97.

Action: To receive and file the action minutes from the Planning Commission meeting of April 15, 1997. (Benz absent)

(l) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE UPDATED LIST OF RECOMMENDED IMPROVEMENTS FOR HERMOSA VALLEY PARK. Memorandum from Community Resources Director Mary Rooney dated April 21, 1997.

This item was removed from the consent calendar for separate discussion later in the meeting by Councilmember Bowler who said that his questions had been answered in item 1(f).

Action: To approve the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Commission recommendation to:

1) Approve the updated list of recommended improvements for Hermosa Valley Park composed of:

a) Restrooms:

• renovate or replace the restrooms.

b) Walkways:

• renovate walkways only as required to meet ADA standards.

c) Landscaping:

• plant mature trees around the sports. field (note: leased from School District);
• improve park perimeter with fence or landscaping; and,
• address erosion issues in the park.

d) Basketball Court:

• Resurface/improve existing courts.

e) Picnic Facilities:

• Renovate picnic areas and equipment.
• Install additional tables and benches.

f) Cement area (northwest side):

• incorporate a park facility(ies) to serve the uses of the cement pad including: tricycle riding, volleyball and placement of birthday party bounce toys

g) Irrigation:

• design and renovate sprinkler system as needed.

2) Direct staff to return to Council with an implementation plan for this project; and

3) Include Commission subcommittee input in the development of the implementation plan for this project.

Motion Bowler, second Oakes. The motion carried, noting the absence of Benz.

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2. CONSENT ORDINANCES - None

3. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION

Items 1(f), (g), (j), and (l) were heard at this time but are shown in order for clarity.

Public comments on items removed from the consent calendar are shown under the appropriate item.

The meeting recessed at the hour of 8:03 P.M.

The meeting reconvened at the hour of 8:23 P.M. and continued with item 5.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

4. APPEAL OF PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVAL OF A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR AN R-1 PLANNED DEVELOPMENT FOR A FIVE-LOT SUBDIVISION (FOR THE DEVELOPMENT OF FOUR SINGLE FAMILY DWELLINGS AND A PRIVATE STREET), VESTING TENTATIVE TRACT MAP #52278 AND ADOPTION OF AN ENVIRONMENTAL NEGATIVE DECLARATION AT 532 - 540 20TH STREET. Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated April 24, 1997.

City Manager Burrell said that the staff recommendation was to continue this item to the next meeting.

The public hearing opened at 7:35 P.M. Coming forward to address the Council on this item was:

Celeste Coar - 2004 Loma Drive, said that the "trail" from 20th Street and Power up to Loma Drive had been in use for many years; that she had started a trail user guest book four years ago that now contained over 200 signatures; asked that access be allowed to continue.

The public hearing closed at 7:39 P.M.

City Manager Burrell said that he was aware of the trail and had discussed this issue with the developer.

Action: To approve the staff recommendation to continue this item to the Regular Meeting of May 13, 1997, in order to provide time for applicant to respond to the City consultant's report on proposed drainage plans for the project.

Motion Oakes, second Edgerton. The motion carried noting the absence of Benz.

At the hour of 7:40 P.M. the order of the agenda was returned to item 2.

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MUNICIPAL MATTERS - None

5. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY MANAGER

a. ADDITIONAL MEETINGS IN MAY. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated April 24, 1997.

City Manager Burrell presented the staff report and responded to Council questions and said that there will also be a need to set up at least one closed session for negotiations and that he would speak with the Councilmembers involved to set dates for the Library Sub-Committee (Edgerton/Oakes) and Skateboard Park Sub-Committee (Benz/Oakes).

Action: The date of Thursday, May 15, 1997, at the hour of 7:00 P.M. was agreed to by the Council for the Adjourned Regular Meeting to discuss City Council goals. (Benz absent)

6. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY COUNCIL - None

7. OTHER MATTERS - CITY COUNCIL

Requests from Council members for possible future agenda items:

a. Request from Mayor Reviczky for adoption of resolution in support of Proposition E on the June 3, 1997 ballot which calls for replacement funding for fire and paramedic emergency services in the Los Angeles County Consolidated Fire District.

Mayor Reviczky spoke to his request.

Action: To adopt Resolution No. 97-8553 , entitled, "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, URGING SUPPORT OF PROPOSITION E ON THE JUNE 3, 1997 BALLOT WHICH CALLS FOR REPLACEMENT FUNDING FOR FIRE AND PARAMEDIC EMERGENCY."

Motion Mayor Reviczky, second Bowler. The motion carried, noting the dissenting vote of Edgerton and the absence of Benz.

b. Request from Mayor Reviczky for City Council support of S392.

Mayor Reviczky spoke to his request and said that this was a U.S. Senate bill to correct some of the inequities of the recently passed "Welfare Reform Bill" by restoring S.S.I. funding to the elderly poor, of which there were approximately 250 living in Hermosa Beach.

Proposed Action: To approve City Council support for S392.

Motion Mayor Reviczky. The motion died due to the lack of a second. There was no other action taken. (Benz absent)

c. Request from Mayor Pro Tem Edgerton that we close the City because someone might sue us.

Mayor Pro Tem Edgerton spoke to his request.

There was no action taken. (Benz absent)

d. Request from Councilmember Bowler for consideration of issuing a taxicab franchise.

Councilmember Bowler spoke to his request.

Action: To direct staff to investigate issuing taxicab franchises and report back to Council.

Motion Bowler, second Oakes. The motion carried, noting the dissenting vote of Edgerton and the absence of Benz.

CITIZEN COMMENTS

Coming forward to address the Council at this time were:

John Burt - 1152 Seventh Street, felt that the City should remain open to everyone and that taxicabs should be available to drive people who had been drinking alcoholic beverages.

City Manager Burrell announced that the closed session scheduled for tonight's meeting would not be held.

ADJOURNMENT - The Adjourned Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach adjourned on Tuesday, April 29, 1997 at the hour of 8:45 P.M. to the Regular Meeting of Tuesday, May 13, 1997 at the hour of 7:10 P.M.