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MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCI of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, held on Tuesday, September 10, 2002, at the hour of 7:18 P.M.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Boy Scout Troop 860 Color Guard

ROLL CALL

Present: Edgerton, Keegan, Reviczky, Yoon, Mayor Dunbabin
Absent: None

OUTGOING MAYOR'S COMMENTS

Mayor Dunbabin discussed events and accomplishments since her term began in November 2001 such as the renovation of the City Hall and Council Chambers, the election of two new Councilmembers, the Economic Development Review Committee's suggestions, the repainting and other Community Center improvements, various street repairs, and the establishment of undergrounding districts. She said that she loved Hermosa Beach, was proud of the community and that it had been a pleasure to serve as Mayor.

Councilmember Reviczky thanked Mayor Dunbabin for the outstanding job she performed as Mayor and said he appreciated the investment of time and hard work required by the office.

APPOINTMENT OF MAYOR AND MAYOR PRO TEMPORE:

Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated September 3, 2002.

1. Designate Mayor for a term ending June 24, 2003;

   Action: To designate Councilmember Sam Edgerton as Mayor for a term ending Tuesday, June 24, 2003.
   Motion Mayor Dunbabin, second Yoon. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

2. Designate Mayor Pro Tempore for a term ending June 24, 2003;

   Action: To designate Councilmember Michael Keegan as Mayor Pro Tempore for a term ending Tuesday, June 24, 2003.
   Motion Mayor Dunbabin, second Yoon. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

3. Intergovernmental agencies requiring appointment of Mayor as delegate.

   Action: To appoint Mayor Edgerton as the City delegate to the:

   1. Los Angeles County-City Selection Committee;
   2. South Bay Cities Sanitation District Board of Directors, and Mayor Pro Tempore Keegan as alternate director; and
   3. Inglewood Fire Training Authority, and Mayor Pro Tempore Keegan as alternate.

   Motion Reviczky, second Yoon. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

   Action: To postpone the remaining committee appointments until the end of tonight's meeting.
   Motion Mayor Edgerton, second Dunbabin. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

PRESENTATION BY LOS ANGELES COUNTY SUPERVISER DON KNABE

Supervisor Knabe presented a certificate to outgoing Mayor Dunbabin, expressed his pleasure in being joint partners on many projects, including 148 new lifeguard towers along the coast, and praised her for her visibility in the community.

PRESENTATION OF PLAQUE TO OUTGOING MAYOR DUNBABIN

Mayor Edgerton presented a plaque of appreciation to outgoing Mayor Dunbabin, thanking her for her excellent service to the community.

INCOMING MAYOR'S COMMENTS

Mayor Edgerton said it was an honor to be Mayor and even the third time, it was always special. He expressed enjoyment of the surf band Tres Hombres for this evening's entertainment and said that Roger Bacon would be interviewing Supervisor Don Knabe during the break to discuss the importance of City support for County health issues, which affect everyone. He expressed pride in the newly renovated City Hall and specifically the new Council Chambers in use this evening for the first time. He expressed appreciation to the City Staff, particularly to City Manager Steve Burrell.

The meeting recessed at 7:40 P.M.
The meeting reconvened at 8:04 P.M.

ANNOUNCEMENTS

Mayor Edgerton announced scheduled September 11 events memorializing the tragic events of a year ago: (1) a 7:45 A.M. ceremony on the Pier Plaza with guest speakers including a local pastor, a retired firefighter who participated in the cleanup efforts in New York, and Assemblyman George Nakano; (2) a noon memorial mass at Hope Chapel with Councilmembers from several local cities in attendance; and (3) a 7 P.M. memorial service at the Community Center.

Councilmember Dunbabin announced: (1) a Heal the Bay sponsored beach cleanup on Saturday, September 21 at 9 A.M. at the pier, noting that Heal the Beach gave an A+ rating to the water at the end of the Hermosa's pier; and (2) the Community Picnic at Clark Field on Sunday, September 22, featuring entertainment, hamburgers & hot dogs, Police and Fire Department equipment exhibits and demonstrations. She said that Cash Key Parking Meters, eliminating the need to put coins into meters, would be operational on September 16 and that keys and details could be obtained at City Hall. She reported that residents would soon receive by mail the Fall Recreation Brochure.

Councilmember Reviczky announced the Sister City Association auction, with items donated by local merchants, would be held on Sunday, October 13 from 1-4 P.M. at the Sheldon residence, 1800 The Strand, noting that he and City Clerk Doerfling had tickets for sale at $5 per person, which included refreshments.

City Clerk Doerfling reminded everyone that the Woman's Club Annual Pancake Breakfast would take place Sunday, October 20, from 8 A.M. to noon at the Clark Building and that she had tickets.

Councilmember Reviczky also announced the Easy Reader Musical Review at the Community Center on September 14, at 7:30 PM., featuring community acts, concessions, flowers, wine, and a raffle. He said that admission was $10, or $5 with the donation of clothes or toys, and that all proceeds would be forwarded to Afghanistan with its many victims of land mine accidents.

Mayor Edgerton reported that Michael Cassidy would be representing the City at a Round table meeting at LAX on the morning of September 11 to discuss the goal of re-routing flights back over the airport rather than over Hermosa Beach and that he (Mayor Edgerton) would be representing the City at a meeting with airline operators on the evening of September 11.

Councilmember Yoon said he would not be able to attend any of the September 11 memorials or hold his Monday office hours because he would be out of town on business, but said he would attend the Town Hall Meeting in the Valley School Multipurpose Room on October 5 from 11 A.M. to 1:30 P.M.

CLOSED SESSION REPORT FOR MEETING OF AUGUST 13, 2002: NO REPORTABLE ACTIONS.

No reportable actions.

PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:

1. ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS

   1. Letter from Ashley-Michele Ommen requesting consideration of a public pool in Hermosa Beach.
   2. Letter from Pablo Waisman requesting consideration of a flashing red light at the crosswalk from Ardmore to South Park and a stop sign on Prospect between Aviation and 16th Street.

   Coming forward to address the Council at this time was:

   Ashley Michele Ommen

   - Hermosa Beach, a 13-year old student, read the letter she wrote to the City Council requesting that the City build a public pool and suggesting possible locations and funding sources.

   Action: To refer Ms. Ommen's letter to the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission for review and recommendation.
   Motion Mayor Edgerton, second Yoon. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

   Action: To receive and file the letter from Pablo Waisman.
   Motion Reviczky, second Dunbabin. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

   Continuing to come forward to address the Council at this time were:

   Jim Lissner

   - Hermosa Beach, discussed a letter he submitted to the City Council after the agenda packet was prepared which asked the Council to oppose the liquor license being requested by the new operator at the former site of Besties; requested that new liquor licenses or changes from beer and wine to full liquor licenses be placed on the Consent Calendar; suggested that the City donate surplus funds to the School District or purchase the North School site to avoid a bond issue which would require the spending of taxpayers money (Council commented that there were no surplus funds; that all funds were earmarked for critical City projects and staff salaries);

   Pete Tucker

   - Hermosa Beach, congratulated the City Council on the wonderful new Council Chambers; asked that the Council send a letter to Southern California Edison and attend a public hearing in Culver City on October 8 regarding an Edison rate increase, which he felt would lead to a massive rate increase;

   Roger Bacon

   - Hermosa Beach, complemented everyone who worked on the Council Chambers project; thanked Starbucks and the Coffee Bean and Tea Leaf for providing coffee for tonight's meeting; thanked E.T. Surf for providing the two surfboards to enhance the surf theme of the meeting; and

   Steve (no last name given)

   - Hermosa Beach, supported the request for a public pool, stating that in the past there were pools at Matthews Swim School and at the Biltmore Hotel.

2. CONSENT CALENDAR:

   Action: To approve the consent calendar recommendations (a) through (u), with the exception of the following items, which were removed for discussion in item 4, but are shown in order for clarity: (a) Dunbabin, (i) Reviczky, and (o) Mayor Edgerton.
   Motion Reviczky, second Dunbabin. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

   1. Recommendation to approve the following minutes:

      1. Minutes of the Regular meeting held on July 9, 2002;
      2. Minutes of the Regular meeting held on July 23, 2002; and,
      3. Minutes of the Regular meeting held on August 13, 2002.

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

      Councilmember Dunbabin requested more detail in the July 23 minutes regarding her request to correct her vote on the substitute motion made during the Pavilion discussion at the June 11, 2002 meeting (Page 10894) and said that she would discuss the wording with City Clerk Doerfling, and the amended minutes would be back to the September 24 Council meeting.

      Action: To approve as presented the minutes of the Regular meetings of July 9 and August 13, 2002 and to continue the approval of the minutes of the Regular meeting of July 23, 2002 to the next meeting.
      Motion Dunbabin, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

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

      Action: To ratify the Check Register, as presented.

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

      Action: To receive and file the Tentative Future Agenda Items as presented.

   4. Recommendation to receive and file the July 2002 financial reports:

      1. Revenue and expenditure report (PDF File);
      2. City Treasurer's report (PDF File); and,
      3. Investment report (PDF File).

      Action: To receive and file the July 2002 financial reports, as presented.

   5. Recommendation to approve the plans, specifications, estimates, order the work and call for bids for Project No. CIP 01-159- Street Improvements-Hillcrest Drive & Rhodes Avenue from 18th Street to 21st Street; and, instruct the City Clerk to post Notice Inviting Sealed Bids for said project. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated August 28, 2002. (PDF File)

      Action: To approve the staff recommendation to:

      1. Approve the plans, specifications, estimates, order the work and call for bids for Project No. CIP 01-159 - Street Improvements-Hillcrest Drive & Rhodes Avenue from 18th Street to 21st Street; and
      2. Instruct the City Clerk to post Notice Inviting Sealed Bids for said project.

   6. Recommendation to accept the work by Excel Paving Company for Project No. NON-CIP 005-01 - Corona Street and Prospect Avenue Street Improvements-Street Barrier; authorize the Mayor to sign the Notice of Completion; and, authorize staff to release payment to Excel Paving Company (10% retained for 35 days following filing of Notice of Completion). Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated August 27, 2002. (PDF File)

      Action: To approve the staff recommendation to:

      1. Accept the work by Excel Paving Company for Project No. NON-CIP 005-01 - Corona Street and Prospect Avenue Street Improvements-Street Barrier;
      2. Authorize the Mayor to sign the Notice of Completion; and
      3. Authorize staff to release payment to Excel Paving Company (10% retained for 35 days following filing of Notice of Completion).

   7. Recommendation to accept the work by Excel Paving Company for Project No. CIP 00-172 - 21st St. Street Improvements; authorize the Mayor to sign the Notice of Completion; and, authorize staff to release payment to Excel Paving Company (10% retained for 35 days following filing of Notice of Completion). Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated August 27, 2002. (PDF File)

      Action: To approve the staff recommendation to:

      1. Accept the work by Excel Paving Company for Project No. CIP 00-172 - 21st St. Street Improvements;
      2. Authorize the Mayor to sign the Notice of Completion; and
      3. Authorize staff to release payment to Excel Paving Company (10% retained for 35 days following filing of Notice of Completion.

   8. Recommendation to deny the following claim and refer it to the City's Liability Claims Administrator. Memorandum from Personnel Director/Risk Manager Michael Earl dated September 3, 2002 (PDF File).

      Claimant: Jose Rivera
      Date of Loss: 06-01-02
      Date Filed: 08-19-02

      Action: To deny the above-noted claim and refer it to the City's Liability Claims Administrator, as recommended by staff.

   9. Recommendation to accept donation of a Honda 3' Water Pump and accessories (estimated value $1,100) from John Workman to be used by the Public Works Department. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated September 3, 2002 (PDF File).

      This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Reviczky for separate discussion later in the meeting in order to acknowledge and thank the donor.

      Action: To accept the donation (estimated value $1,100) of a Honda three-foot water pump and accessories from John Workman to be used by the Public Works Department.
      Motion Reviczky, second Keegan. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

   10. Recommendation to engage the firm of Caporicci & Larson, the City's independent auditor to perform an audit of the revenue and collection systems for the Parking Structure and Parking Lot A for fiscal years 2000-01 and 2001-02, at a cost not to exceed $2,300; provide assistance with implementation of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement 34, which is the new reporting model for state and local governments, at a cost not to exceed $19,000; and, conduct an appraisal of the City's infrastructure assets for compliance with GASB 34, using American Appraisal as a subcontractor, at a cost not to exceed $14,250. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated August 12, 2002 (PDF File).

       Action: To approve the staff recommendation to engage the firm of Caporicci & Larson, the City's independent auditor, to:

       1. Perform an audit of the revenue and collection systems for the Parking Structure and Parking Lot A for fiscal years 2000-01 and 2001-02, at a cost not to exceed $2,300;
       2. Provide assistance with implementation of Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) Statement 34, which is the new reporting model for state and local governments, at a cost not to exceed $19,000; and,
       3. Conduct an appraisal of the City's infrastructure assets for compliance with GASB 34, using American Appraisal as a subcontractor, at a cost not to exceed $13,500.

   11. Recommendation to adopt the restated plan documents for each of the City's three deferred compensation providers, Hartford Life Insurance Company, ICMA Retirement Corporation and the United States Conference of Mayors Deferred Compensation Program. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated August 12, 2002 (PDF File).

       Action: To adopt the restated plan documents for each of the City's three deferred compensation providers, Hartford Life Insurance Company, ICMA Retirement Corporation and the United States Conference of Mayors Deferred Compensation Program, as recommended by staff.

   12. Recommendation to receive and file Project Status Report. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated August 27, 2002 (PDF File).

       Action: To receive and file the status report for capital improvement projects that are either under design or construction, as recommended by staff.

   13. Recommendation to approve a requirement for the Master Fee Resolution that would make Community Center Lease rates "not subject to rounding" to the nearest dollar. Memorandum from Community Resources Director Mary Rooney dated September 3, 2002 (PDF File).

       Action: To approve a requirement for the Master Fee Resolution that would make Community Center Lease rates "not subject to rounding" to the nearest dollar, as recommended by staff.

   14. Recommendation to receive and file action minutes from the Planning Commission meeting of August 20, 2002.

       Action: To receive and file action minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of August 20, 2002

   15. Recommendation to adopt a resolution to support the formation of a coalition of local government entities to protect the interests of the City during Chapter 11 bankruptcy proceedings for Adelphia. Memorandum from Community Resources Director Mary Rooney dated September 3, 2002 (PDF File).

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

       Community Resources Director Rooney presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. City Manager Burrell also responded to Council questions.

       Action: To approve the staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 02-6228, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING THE FORMATION OF A COALITION OF LOCAL GOVERNMENTAL ENTITIES TO PROTECT THE INTERESTS OF THE CITY AND ITS RESIDENTS DURING THE CHAPTER 11 BANKRUPTCY PROCEEDINGS INVOLVING ADELPHIA COMMUNICATIONS CORPORATION."
       Motion Mayor Edgerton, second Dunbabin. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

   16. Recommendation to award Professional Services Agreement to NBCE, Inc. to provide design and engineering services for CIP No. 00-140, 11th Place On-Street Parking Improvements, in an amount not to exceed $25,950; authorize the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest the attached Professional Services Agreement subject to approval by the City Attorney; and, authorize the Director of Public Works to make changes to the agreement up to $2,595.00. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated August 26, 2002 (PDF File).

       Action: To approve the staff recommendation to:

       1. Award a Professional Services Agreement to NBCE, Inc. to provide design and engineering services for CIP No. 00-140, 11th Place On-Street Parking Improvements, in an amount not to exceed $25,950;
       2. Authorize the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest the Professional Services Agreement subject to approval by the City Attorney; and
       3. Authorize the Director of Public Works to make changes to the agreement up to $2,595.

   17. Recommendation to adopt resolutions approving application for grant funds for the Per Capita Grant Program and Roberti-Z'Berg-Harris Grant Program under the Safe Neighborhood Parks, Clean Water, Clean Air, and Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2000 for Project No. CIP 95-507 - Valley Park Improvements. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated August 29, 2002. (PDF File)

       Action: To approve the staff recommendation to:

       1. Adopt Resolution No. 02-6226, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICANT TO APPLY FOR GRANT FUNDS FOR THE ROBERTI-Z'BERG-HARRIS URBAN OPEN SPACE AND RECREATION PROGRAM UNDER THE SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS, CLEAN WATER, CLEAN AIR, AND COASTAL PROTECTION BOND ACT OF 2000"; and
       2. Adopt Resolution No. 02-6227, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE APPLICANT TO APPLY FOR GRANT FUNDS FOR THE PER CAPITA GRANT PROGRAM UNDER THE SAFE NEIGHBORHOOD PARKS, CLEAN WATER, CLEAN AIR, AND COASTAL PROTECTION ACT OF 2000."

   18. Recommendation to receive and file action minutes from the Public Works Commission meeting of August 28, 2002.

       Action: To receive and file the action minutes of the Public Works Commission meeting of August 28, 2002.

   19. Recommendation to receive and file action minutes from the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission meeting of August 6, 2002.

       Action: To receive and file the action minutes of the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission meeting of August 28, 2002.

   20. Recommendation to receive and file report on Project No. CIP 00-410 - Loma Area Sewer Improvements, and Project No. CIP 00-192 - Loma Area Street Improvements. Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated August 28, 2002 (PDF File).

       Action: To receive and file report on Project No. CIP 00-410 - Loma Area Sewer Improvements, and Project No. CIP 00-192 - Loma Area Street Improvements, as recommended by staff.

   21. Recommendation to accept the work by Mariposa Horticultural Enterprises for Project No. CIP 01-531 - 3rd Street Park-New Construction; authorize the Mayor to sign the Notice of Completion; and, authorize staff to release payment to Mariposa Horticultural Enterprises (10% retained for 35 days following filing of Notice of Completion). Memorandum from Public Works Director Harold Williams dated August 27, 2002 (PDF File).

       Action: To approve the staff recommendation to:

       1. Accept the work by Mariposa Horticultural Enterprises for Project No. CIP 01-531 - Third Street Park-New Construction;
       2. Authorize the Mayor to sign the Notice of Completion; and
       3. Authorize staff to release payment to Mariposa Horticultural Enterprises (10% retained for 35 days following filing of Notice of Completion)

3. CONSENT ORDINANCES

   1. ORDINANCE NO. 02-1223 (PDF File) "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, REGARDING PERMITTED HOURS OF CONSTRUCTION AND AMENDING THE HERMOSA BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE." For adoption. Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated August 15, 2002 (PDF File).

      City Clerk Doerfling presented the ordinance for waiver of full reading and adoption, noting it had been introduced at the meeting of August 13, with the absence of Councilmember Keegan.

      City Manager Burrell responded to Council questions, noting that the ordinance would retain the permitted construction hours of 8 A.M. to 7 P.M. Monday through Friday and 9 A.M. to 5 P.M. Saturday. City Attorney Jenkins also responded to Council questions.

      Coming forward to address the Council on this item were:

      Vickie Garcia

      - Hermosa Beach, said that she thought only the work by contractors was being banned on Sundays and objected to restricting homeowners' rights; asked the Council to reconsider the prohibition, which she understood came from one resident's letter;

      Susan Blaco

      - Hermosa Beach, said that even though she did not do this type of work herself, she believed that homeowners should have the right to do so on Sunday and holidays, especially since it was only from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.; and

      John Lang

      - Hermosa Beach, said when he purchased his home, it was a fixer-upper and he needed Sundays to make the needed improvements; thought that it was unfair to force homeowners to hire contractors to do work which they could do themselves.

      Proposed Action: To adopt Ordinance No. 02-1223.
      Motion Keegan, second Mayor Edgerton. The motion failed by the following vote.
      AYES: Keegan, Mayor Edgerton
      NOES: Dunbabin, Reviczky, and Yoon
      ABSTAIN: None
      ABSENT: None

      Action: To direct staff to bring the proposed ordinance back as a Municipal Matter item, for consideration of allowing a homeowner's exemption to the construction ban on Sunday from 10 A.M. to 2 P.M.
      Motion Yoon, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

4. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION

   Items 2(a), (i), and (o) 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.

5. PUBLIC HEARINGS

   NONE

6. MUNICIPAL MATTERS

   NONE

7. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY MANAGER

   1. RESOLUTION SUPPORTING EXTENSION OF THE 1115 WAIVER BY STATE AND FEDERAL GOVERNMENTS IN ORDER TO CONTINUE TO PROVIDE HEALTH CARE SERVICES TO ELIGIBLE RESIDENTS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated September 4, 2002 (PDF File).

      City Manager Burrell presented the staff report and responded to Council questions.

      Action: To approve the staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 02-6229, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, CALLING UPON THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA AND THE UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES TO IMMEDIATELY ACT TO RENEW THE 1115 WAIVER AND TO ACKNOWLEDGE THAT LOS ANGELES COUNTY'S UNIQUE SITUATION REQUIRES THE ADOPTION OF A LONG-TERM REIMBURSEMENT FORMULA THAT WILL PROTECT THE HEALTH AND SAFETY OF ALL LOS ANGELES RESIDENTS."
      Motion Reviczky, second Dunbabin. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

   2. SURFER'S WALK OF FAME. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated September 5, 2002 (PDF File).

      City Manager Burrell presented the staff report and responded to Council questions.

      Coming forward to address the Council on this item was:

      Roger Bacon

      - Hermosa Beach, discussed his contacts with the surfers regarding the information on their plaques; said that he would work with staff to make any changes to the wording; mentioned the inclusion of a woman surfer who is now 90 years old and would like to come to the ceremony; suggested that there be woodies with surfboards on top and a surf band at the dedication ceremony.

      Action: To approve the plaques, subject to final editing to correct any grammatical errors in the wording, and to schedule Saturday, November 2, 2002, as the dedication date.
      Motion Mayor Edgerton, second Yoon. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

8. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY COUNCIL

   City Clerk Doerfling raised the issue of Council committee assignments postponed from earlier in the meeting.

   Action: To appoint Mayor Edgerton as delegate and Mayor Pro Tem Keegan as alternate to the South Bay Cities Council of Governments and the LAX Committee, and to approve the remaining assignments as presented.
   Motion Mayor Edgerton, second Yoon. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

   Further Action: To delete the temporary City Council subcommittee for Community Center-Paint.
   Motion Reviczky, second Keegan. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

   Final Action: To delete the temporary City Council subcommittee for Taxi Operations.
   Motion Mayor Edgerton, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote.

9. OTHER MATTERS - CITY COUNCIL

   Councilmember Yoon asked that a discussion of capacity of the Comedy and Magic Club be agendized for a meeting in October. City Manager Burrell and City Attorney Jenkins explained that the matter was being handled by the Community Development Department. Councilmember Yoon then withdrew his request and asked for a status report instead.

   Councilmember Yoon inquired about progress toward improvements at the Fire Station. City Manager Burrell said staff had been directed to return with a funding plan, and that the project was currently only partially funded.

   Councilmember Reviczky urged the City's delegate to the League of California Cities to support a resolution regarding undergrounding at the League conference in October.

ADJOURNMENT

The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach adjourned on Tuesday, September 10, 2002, at the hour of 9:26 P.M. to the Regular Meeting on Tuesday, September 24, 2002, at the hour of 7:10 P.M.

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