AGENDA

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The Council receives a packet with detailed information and recommendations on nearly every agenda item. Complete agenda packets are available for public inspection in the Police Department, Fire Department, Public Library, Office of the City Clerk, and the Chamber of Commerce. During the meeting, a packet is also available in the Council Chambers foyer.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

ROLL CALL

ANNOUNCEMENTS

CLOSED SESSION REPORT FOR MEETING OF MAY 27, 2003: NO REPORTABLE ACTIONS.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:

Although the City Council values your comments, the Brown Act generally prohibits the Council from taking action on any matter not listed on the posted agenda as a business item.

1. ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS

   Members of the public wishing to address the City Council on any items within the Council's jurisdiction, or to request the removal of an item from the consent calendar, may do so at this time. Comments on public hearing items are heard only during the public hearing. Comments from the public are limited to three minutes per speaker. Members of the audience may also speak:

   1. during discussion of items removed from the Consent Calendar;
   2. during Public Hearings; and,
   3. during discussion of items appearing under Municipal Matters.

   The City Council acknowledges receipt of the written communications listed below. No action will be taken on matters raised in written communications.

   The Council may take action to schedule issues raised in oral and written communications for a future agenda.

   Citizens with comments regarding City management or departmental operations are requested to submit those comments to the City Manager.

   1. Letter from John Bowler requesting that the City Council instruct the City Clerk to include an advisory measure on the upcoming November ballot regarding the construction of a separate bike path west of the Strand wall.

   2. Letter from Roger Bacon requesting changes in the banner sign regulations.

2. CONSENT CALENDAR:

   The following more routine matters will be acted upon by one vote to approve with the majority consent of the City Council. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council member removes an item from the Consent Calendar. Items removed will be considered under Agenda Item 4, with public comment permitted at that time.

   1. Recommendation to approve the following minutes:

      1. Minutes of the Regular meeting held on May 27, 2003;
      2. Minutes of the Adjourned Regular meeting held on May 29, 2003.

   2. Recommendation to ratify check register and to approve cancellation of certain checks as recommended by the City Treasurer.

   3. Recommendation to receive and file Tentative Future Agenda Items (PDF File).

   4. Recommendation to accept donations of $250 from the Hermosa Beach Kiwanis Club to be used for the Tree Lighting Ceremony; $150 from the Woman's Club of Hermosa Beach to be used for the Eggstravaganza event; $650 from Hawthorne Savings to be used for the Eggstravaganza event; $250 from the Hermosa Beach Kiwanis Foundation to be used for the Eggstravaganza event; and, $500 from Consolidated Disposal Service to be used for the Eggstravaganza event. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated June 2, 2003 (PDF File).

   5. Recommendation to receive and file the action minutes of the Public Works Commission meeting of May 28, 2003.

   6. Recommendation to adopt resolution approving Final Map #26219 for a 2?unit condominium project at 222 Culper Court. Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated June 3, 2003 (PDF File).

   7. Recommendation to approve a Professional Services Agreement for construction management services between the City of Hermosa Beach and the consulting firm to be confirmed along with the contract amount in supplemental information issued on June 9, 2003; authorize the City Clerk to attest and the Mayor to execute said agreement upon approval as to form by the City Attorney; and, authorize the Director of Public Works to make minor changes as necessary not to exceed 20% of the contract amount. Memorandum from Public Works Director Richard Morgan dated June 6, 2003 (PDF File).

   8. Recommendation to adopt a resolution, which, consistent with past policy, establishes a 200-word limit and requires candidates to pay all associated costs with regard to candidates statements for the November 4, 2003 General Municipal Election. Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated June 2, 2003 (PDF File).

   9. Recommendation to deny the following claims and refer them to the City's Liability Claims Administrator. Memorandum from Personnel Director/Risk Manager Michael Earl dated June 4, 2003 (PDF File).

      Claimant:	Evans, Lynn
      Date of Loss:	03-30-03
      Date Filed:	05-22-03

      Claimant:	Moriarty, Myhanh
      Date of Loss:	03-15-03
      Date Filed:	05-27-03

      Claimant:	Skelton, Bessie
      Date of Loss:	05-30-03
      Date Filed:	06-02-03

   10. Recommendation to accept the State Domestic Preparedness Equipment Program payment of $4,562.38 from the Office of Justice Programs Equipment Grant Claims and to approve the appropriation of same for the purchase of Personal Disometry Radiological Monitors. Memorandum from Fire Chief Russell Tingley dated June 4, 2003 (PDF File).

   11. Recommendation to approve the purchase of 200 trash and 200 recycle containers from Quick Crete Products Corp. in the amount of $128,036.50; approve the appropriation of $128,036.50 from the AB939 Fund, which has been accumulated for this purpose; and, direct staff to issue the appropriate purchase documents. Memorandum from Public Works Director Richard Morgan dated June 2, 2003 (PDF File).

   12. Recommendation to adopt resolutions approving the Engineer's Report for Hermosa Beach Landscaping & Street Lighting District 2003?2004 ("District") made pursuant to the requirements of Resolution No. 03-6257 and declaring the City Council's intention to order certain improvements and to levy and collect assessments within the District for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2003 through June 30, 2004; and setting June 24, 2003, to accept public input on the matter of the proposed assessment. Memorandum from Public Works Director Richard Morgan dated June 3, 2003 (PDF File).

   13. Recommendation to waive building permit fees for the Child Safe Program located at 1083 10th Street. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated June 5, 2003 (PDF File).

3. CONSENT ORDINANCES

   1. ORDINANCE NO. 03-1230 - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH AMENDING SECTION 12.28.010 OF THE HERMOSA BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE REGULATION OF SPECIAL EVENTS IN THE CITY." For adoption. Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated June 4, 2003 (PDF File).

4. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION

   • Public comments on items removed from the Consent Calendar.

5. PUBLIC HEARINGS - TO COMMENCE AT 7:30 P.M.

   1. 2003-2004 BUDGET AND CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PROGRAM.

      1. ADOPTION OF 2003-2004 BUDGET. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated June 4, 2003 (PDF File).

         RECOMMENDATION: Hear public testimony regarding the 2003-04 Budget; review the items from the Budget Workshop; adopt resolution increasing parking meter rates, parking lots/parking structure rates and parking violation penalties; approve contracts for services budgeted in the 2003-04 Budget; and, adopt resolution approving the 2003-04 Budget.

      2. ADOPTION OF 2003-2004 APPROPRIATION LIMIT. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated June 4, 2003 (PDF File).

         RECOMMENDATION: Adopt resolution setting the 2003-2004 appropriations limit.

6. MUNICIPAL MATTERS

   1. CALLING, GIVING NOTICE AND REQUESTING CONSOLIDATION AND CERTAIN OTHER RESOLUTIONS NECESSARY FOR THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION, NOVEMBER 4, 2003. Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated June 2, 2003 (PDF File).

      RECOMMENDATION: Adopt resolutions.

7. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY MANAGER

   1. SCHEDULE DATE OF SPECIAL MEETING WITH PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMISSION FOR MONDAY, JUNE 16, 2003 AT 7:00PM. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated June 3, 2003 (PDF File).

      RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council consider scheduling the meeting date with the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission for Monday, June 16, 2003 at 7:00pm.

   2. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH SUPPORTING THE STATEWIDE ADOPTION OF THE INTERNATIONAL CODES PUBLISHED BY THE INTERNATIONAL CODES COUNCIL. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated June 3, 2003 (PDF File).

      RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopt the resolution supporting the statewide adoption of the International Codes published by the International Codes Council.

   3. A RESOLUTION SUPPORTING THE LOS ANGELES AIR FORCE BASE. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated June 4, 2003 (PDF File).

      RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopt the resolution supporting the Los Angeles Air Force Base.

   4. VALLEY PARK OPENING CEREMONY - SATURDAY, JULY 12, 2003 AT 11:00AM - INFORMATIONAL ITEM. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated June 5, 2003 (PDF File).

      RECOMMENDATION: Receive and file.

   5. REQUEST TO USE LOT B BY GALLERY "C" ON SATURDAY, JUNE 28, 2003 FROM 7:00PM TO 12:00AM FOR CHARITY EVENT OPENING. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated June 5, 2003 (PDF File).

      RECOMMENDATION: Approve request.

   6. WAVE PROGRAM. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated June 5, 2003 (PDF File).

      RECOMMENDATION: Consideration of extending existing contract and alternatives. Staff report to be provided on Monday, June 9, 2003.

8. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY COUNCIL

   1. BOARD/COMMISSIONS EXPIRATION OF TERMS - APPOINT PLANNING COMMISSION APPLICANTS, Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated May 29, 2003 (PDF File).

      RECOMMENDATION: Appoint/reappoint from among the applicants interviewed earlier this evening to fill the two expired terms on the Planning Commission. Each of the appointments is for a four-year term ending June 30, 2007.

   2. VACANCIES - BOARDS AND COMMISSIONS - EXPIRATION OF TERMS - PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMISSION. Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated June 4, 2003 (PDF File).

      RECOMMENDATION: Schedule a meeting for the purpose of interviewing applicants for the two seats.

9. OTHER MATTERS - CITY COUNCIL

   Requests from Council members for possible future agenda items:

   Recommended Action: 1) Vote by Council whether to discuss this item; 2) refer to staff for a report back on a future agenda; or, 3) resolution of matter by Council action tonight.

   1. Request from Councilmember Dunbabin to discuss new street signs and down directed shielded street lights.

ANNOUNCEMENT IN OPEN SESSION OF ITEMS TO BE DISCUSSED IN CLOSED SESSION AS FOLLOWS:

1. MINUTES: Approval of minutes of Closed Session meeting held on May 27, 2003.

2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL.

   The City Council finds, based on advice from legal counsel, that discussion in open session will prejudice the position of the City in the litigation.

   Existing Litigation: Government Code Section 54956.9(a)

   1. Name of Case: Macpherson v. City of Hermosa Beach
      Case Number: BC172546
   2. Name of Case: City of Hermosa Beach v. City of Redondo Beach
      Case Number: BS075570

3. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
   Government Code Section 54957.6

   City Negotiator:	Stephen Burrell
   Employee Organizations:	Hermosa Beach Police Officers Association Hermosa Beach Firefighters' Association Teamsters Union, Local 911 Professional and Administrative Employee Group Hermosa Beach Management Association Hermosa Beach Police Management Association

ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION

RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION

ORAL ANNOUNCEMENTS

ADJOURNMENT