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M-091608CITY OF SANTA MONICA CITY COUNCIL MINUTES SEPTEMBER 16, 2008 A special meeting of the Santa Monica City Council was called to order by Mayor Katz at 5:47 p.m., on Tuesday, September 16, 2008, at City Council Chambers, 1685 Main Street. Roll Call: Present: Mayor Herb Katz Mayor Pro Tem Richard Bloom Councilmember Ken Genser Councilmember Robert T. Holbrook Councilmember Kevin McKeown Councilmember Pam O'Connor Councilmember Bobby Shriver (arrived at 6:19 p.m.) Also Present: City Manager P. Lamont Ewell City Attorney Marsha Jones Moutrie City Clerk Maria M. Stewart CONVENE/PLEDGE On order of the Mayor, the City Council convened at 5:47 p.m., with Councilmember Shriver absent. Elaine Polacheck, Deputy City Manager, led the assemblage in the Pledge of Allegiance. CONSENT CALENDAR: All items were considered and approved in one motion unless removed by a Councilmember for discussion. Members of the public Joey Fullmer and Pro Se commented on various Consent Calendar items. At the request of Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Items 1-O and 1-P were removed from the Consent Calendar. Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Councilmember McKeown, to approve all items on the Consent Calendar as presented except 1-O and 1-P, reading resolutions by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote: September 16, 2008 AYES: Coancilmembers Holbrook, Genser, O'Connor, McKeown, Mayar : - Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmember Shriver MINUTES 1-A: The minutes of the July 1, July 8, July 9 and July 15, 2008, City Council meetings were approved as submitted. WATER & SEWER 1-B: Traffic control services for water and sewer main MAINS construction - recommendation to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a second amendment to Contract No. 1169 (8965 (CCS)) with Traffic Management, Inc., in the amount of $20,000 for a total amount of $90,000, for additional traffic control services for the project, was approved. STREET LIGHT 1-C: Setting of public hearing for formation of street light ASSESSMENT DISTRICT assessment district on 15th Street and on Urban Avenue - recommendation to accept the signed resident petitions and set November 11, 2008, as the date of the public hearing for the formation of a street light assessment district on 15th Street, between Alta and Montana Avenues, and on Urban Avenue between Yorkshire and Dorchester Avenues, was approved. PICO AREA 1-D: Pico Area resurfacing project -recommendation to authorize STREET/SIDEWALK the City Manager to negotiate and execute Contract NO. 8966 (CCS) RESURFACING with Sequel Contractors, in the amount of $407,000, for street and sidewalk improvements in the area bounded by Cloverfield, Pico, Lincoln and the Santa Monica Freeway, was approved. PUBLIC SAFETY 1-E: Public Safety Storage Facility site feasibility study - STORAGE FACILITY recommendation to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute Contract No. 8967 (CCS) with Gensler Architects, in an amount not to exceed $107,080, plus a 10% contingency, for a total amount not to exceed $117,788, to provide site feasibility study and public outreach for the project, was approved. COMMUNICATION AND 1-F: Fire Department Communication and dispatching systems DISPATCHING SYSTEMS evaluation -recommendation to authorize the City Manager to negotiate EVALUATION and execute Contract No. 8968 (CCS) with GeoComm, in the amount of $95,000, for consulting services to evaluate the most efficient means to provide fire dispatching and communication services, was approved. September 16, 2008 CONTROL & 1-G: Supervisory control and data acquisition system DATEACQUISITION improvements for the Moss Avenue Pumping Station and Urban SYSTEM Runoff Facility -recommendation to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an amendment to Contract No. 1583 (8969 (CCS)) with Beavens Systems, in the amount of $65,000 for a total contract amount of $135,000, to furnish the hardware for the system, was approved. OFFICE SPACE NEEDS 1-H: Analysis services for administrative office space needs - recommendation to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute Contract No. 8970 (CCS) with Gensler Architects, in the amount of $220,000, for a space needs analysis; and authorize the proposed budget changes, was approved. HISTORIC RESOURCES 1-I: Citywide update of Historic Resources Inventory - INVENTORY recommendation to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an amendment to Contract No. 8599 (CCS) with Jones & Stokes Associates, in the amount of $33,211 for a total contract amount of $313,211, for additional historic resource analysis, was approved. 2301 10~h STREET 1-J: Resolution No. 10337 (CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA APPROVING FINAL PARCEL MAP NO. 67124 FORA 3-UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT AT 2301 10TH STREET," was adopted. 1048 10`h STREET 1-K: Resolution No. 10338 (CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA APPROVING FINAL PARCEL MAP NO. 062854 FORA 4-UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT AT 1048 10TH STREET," was adopted. WINDWARD SCHOOL 1-L: Windward School side yard maintenance and lot tie affidavits - recommendation to authorize the City Manager to execute Covenant and Agreement No. 8971 (CCS) regazding maintenance of the yards for an oversized building; and Covenant and Agreement No. 8972 (CCS) to hold property as one pazcel for City-owned property being leased to Windward School, was approved. S.M. PIER CAROUSEL 1-M: Operation and maintenance of Santa Monica Pier Carousel - recommendation to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an amendment to Contract No. 8569 (CCS) with Roth Management, for an additional six months for the operation and maintenance of the Pier Carousel, was approved. September 16, 2008 BUSINESS 1-N: Business License software and cash receipting systems - LICENSESOFTWARE recommendation to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute an amendment to Contract No. 6943 (CCS) with HdL Software Companies, in the amount of $11,000, to integrate the business license software system with the Active networks cash receipting system, was approved. ARTICULATING 1-Q: Hydraulic telescopic articulating aerial devices - AERIAL DEVICES recommendation to award Bid No. 2951 to Reynolds Buick/Pontiac/ GMC Trucks, in the amount of $262,981.23, to furnish and deliver two new 37-foot insulated hydraulic telescopic articulating devices for use in repair and maintenance of street lights and outdoor facility Lighting, was approved. REFUSE PACKER UNITS 1-R: Purchase of front load refuse packer units -recommendation to award Bid No. 2949, in the amount of $1,274,235, to Boerner Truck Center to furnish and deliver five front load refuse packer units with dedicated CNG engines. DONATION OF CITY 1-S: Donation of documents to the Historical Society - DOCUMENTS recommendation that the City Council approve the donation of 132 property assessment ledgers to the Santa Monica Historical Society, amended to authorize the City Manager to execute Contract No. 8975 (CCS), with the Historical Society providing that although the Society has custody of the documents, the City retains the right to have immediate access to the documents for any purpose including research, public records act requests, litigation, etc. ICE SKATING RINK 1-O: Seasonal Ice Skating Rink - recommendation to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute Agreement No. 8973 (CCS) with the Bayside District Corporation for use of City-owned property at 1324 and 1326 5th Street for a seasonal ice skating program from 10/1/08 through 01/19/09; and approve contribution of $25,000 to assist with the cost of providing electrical service to the site, was presented. GREENING PROGRAMS 1-P: Sustainable Works Community and Business Greening Programs -recommendation to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute Agreement No. 8974 (CCS), in the amount of $257,500, with Community Partners for outreach programs to engage the community in the Sustainable City Plan, was presented. Mayor Pro Tem Bloom advised he removed Item 1-P to highlight the raising of public awareness regarding sustainability, and to ask staff what analysis was done regarding the sustainability applicable to Item 1-O. September 16, 2008 Staff responded to questions from Councilmembers regarding public awareness regarding sustainability. Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to approve Items 1-O and 1-P. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Holbrook, Genser, O'Connor, McKeown, Mayor Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmember Shriver PARKING STRUCTURE On order of the Mayor, the City Council recessed at 6:05 p.m., to a joint NO.2 SEISMIC meeting with the Redevelopment Agency. RETROFIT 1-T: Parking Structure 2 Seismic Retrofit Project -recommendation that City Council authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a third amendment to Contract No. 8732 (CCS) with KPFF Consulting Engineers, in the amount of $20,000 for a total contract amount of $651,500, for additional conceptual design options of a bicycle station facility; and recommendation that the City Manager and the Executive Director of the Redevelopment Agency execute an amendment to Cooperation Agreement No. 8733 (CCS) between the City and the Redevelopment Agency for payment of the costs associated with the project, was presented. There was no one present for public comment. Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Councilmember Holbrook, to authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute a third amendment to Contract No. 8732 (CCS) with KPFF Consulting Engineers for additional conceptual design options of a bicycle station facility. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Holbrook, Genser, O'Connor, McKeown, Mayor Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmember Shriver Motion by Aeency/Councilmember O'Connor seconded by Aeenc~ September 16, 2008 Councilmember Holbrook, to authorize respectively the Executive Director and the City Manager to execute an amendment to Cooperation Agreement No. 8733 (CCS) between the City and the Redevelopment Agency for payment of the costs associated with the project. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Agency/Councilmembers McKeown, O'Connor, Genser, Holbroo] Chair/Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Chair/Mayor Katz NOES:None ABSENT: Agency/Councilmember Shriven ADJOURNMENT OF On order of the Mayor, the special joint meeting was adjourned at 6:09 SPECIAL JOINT MEETING p.m., and the regular City Council meeting was re-convened with Councilmember Shriven absent. CLOSED SESSIONS: Members of the public Joey Fullmer, Pro Se, and M. Ross commented on various Closed Session items. Councilmember Shriven arrived at 6:19 p.m. On order of the Mayor, the City Council recessed at 6:16 p.m., and reconvened at 7:20 p.m., with all members present to report the following: 2-A: Conference with Legal Counsel -Existing Litigation: Maria LeBrun v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. SC 095 735. Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, seconded by Councilmember O'Connor, to approve Settlement No. 8976 (CCS) in the amount of $100,000. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Holbrook, Shriven, Genser, O'Connor, McKeow Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES:None ABSENT: None 2-B: Conference with Legal Counsel -Existing Litigation: Narenda Raval v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. SC 095 309. Motion by Councilmember O'Connor, seconded by Mayor Katz, to approve Settlement No. 8977 (CCS) in the amount of $199,895.50 for damages caused by a sewer backup. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers McKeown, O'Connor, Genser, Shriven, Holbroo. Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES:None September 16, 2008 ABSENT: None 2-C: Conference with Legal Counsel -Existing Litigation: In the Matter of Compliance with Federal Obligations by the City of Santa Monica, California, FAA Docket No. 16-02-08. ACTION: Heard. No reportable action taken. 2-D: Conference with Legal Counsel -Existing Litigation: United States of America and Peters v. City of Santa Monica, USDC, Case No. CV08-02695 CW(Ex) ACTION: Heard. No reportable action taken. 2-E: Conference with Legal Counsel -Existing Litigation: Smiley v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. BC394492. ACTION: Heard. No reportable action taken. 2-F: Conference with Legal Counsel -Existing Litigation: NMBroadway Studios, LLC v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. BS 110077; Lincoln Studios, LLC v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. BS 110078; Nebraska Studios. LLC v City of Santa Monica, Case No. BS 110079. ACTION: Not Heard. 2-G: Anticipated litigation: Palms Property No. 13 LLC v. Colasanti, LASC Case No. 08U01998 - Reguest that City file amicus brief. ACTION: Not Heard. 2-H: Anticipated litigation: Anticipate significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b): 161 Ocean Park Boulevard. ACTION: Not Heard. 2-I: Anticipated litigation: Anticipate significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b): 2300 Wilshire. September 16, 2008 ACTION: Not Heard. 2-J: Conference with Legal Counsel -Existing Litigation: Ellen Potts v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. SC 095 085. ACTION: Heard. No reportable action taken. ADMIN. PROCEEDINGS: On order of the Mayor, Items 6-A and 6-B to be heard concurrently. 858 3AO STREET APPEAL 6-A: Appeal of Planning Commission's approval of vesting tentative tract map for 12- unit condominium project at 858 3rd Street -recommendation to deny the appeal and uphold the Planning Commission's approval of the tract map allowing airspace subdivision for a 12-unit residential condominium project subject to recommended findings and conditions. Appellants: William Pirtle, et al. Applicant: Federal Avenue Partners, LLC. 6-B: Appeal of Planning Commission's approval of vesting tentative tract map for condominium project at 860 3rd Street - recommendation to deny the appeal and uphold the Planning Commission's approval of the tract map allowing airspace subdivision for ;- a 12-unit residential condominium project subject to recommended findings and conditions. Appellants: William Pirtle, et al. Applicant: Federal Avenue Partners, LLC. Appeals were presented by staff. Carolina Vincent, William Pirtle and Lester Meck, representing the group of appellants, spoke in opposition to the project. Howard Robinson, representing applicant, spoke in support of the project. Members of the public Joey Fullmer, Francis Hachey and Shireen Enayali commented on various aspects of the project. The appellants did not present a rebuttal. Mr. Robinson presented a rebuttal to public comments made. Considerable discussion ensued. Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, seconded by Councilmember Shriver, to close the public hearing and continue to September 23 to allow time September 16, 2008 for the Rent Control Board to provide its opinion on comments made by the appellants and members of the public as to Ellis Act applicability. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Holbrook, Shriver, Genser, O'Connor, McKeow Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES:None ABSENT: None 3030-3060 NEBRASKA 6-C: Appeal of Landmarks Commission designation of commercial APPEAL building at 3030-3060 Nebraska Avenue as a City Landmark - recommendation to uphold the appeal and designate the subject property as a City Landmark based on revised findings. On order of the Mayor, this matter was continued to a future meeting. ORDINANCES: 7-A: Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2269 (CCS) HANDBILLS entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA REPEALING AND DELETING MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION Councilmember O'Connor 4.08.700 RELATING TO HANDBILLS," was presented. was excused at 9.•00 p. m. Motion by Councilmember McKeown, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to adopt the ordinance, reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Holbrook, Shriver, Genser, McKeown, Mayor P~ Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES: None ABSENT: Councilmember O'Connor CAMPAIGN 7-B: Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2270 (CCS) CONTRIBUTIONS entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA MODIFYING MUNICIPAL CODE PROVISIONS REGULATING Councilmember O'Connor CAMPAIGN CONTRIBUTIONS," was presented. returned at 9: 01 p. m. Motion by Councilmember McKeown, seconded by Mayor Kati to adopt the ordinance, reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Holbrook, Shriver, Genser, O'Connor, McKeow Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES:None ABSENT: None September 16, 2008 SOLICITING FROM 7-C: Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 2271 (CCS) PUBLIC CHAIRS AND entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE SANTA MONICA CITY BENCHES COUNCIL PROHIBITING SOLICITING FROM PUBLIC CHAIRS AND BENCHES ON THE THIRD STREET PROMENADE," was presented. Motion by Councilmember O'Connor, seconded by Mayor Katz, to adopt the ordinance, reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Holbrook, Shriver, Genser, O'Connor, McKeow Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES: None ABSENT: None COMMISSIONER 7-D: Introduction and first reading of an ordinance adding Section EMERITUS 2.12.155 to the Municipal Code to create the position of Commissioner Emeritus on the Recreation and Parks Commission, was presented. Member of the public Jerry Rubin spoke in support of the proposed ordinance. ,, Motion by Councilmember McKeown. seconded by Mavor Pro Tem Bloom, to introduce ordinance for first reading, reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Holbrook, Shriver, Genser, O'Connor, McKeow Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES: None ABSENT: None VENDING MACHINES 7-E: Introduction and first reading of an ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 6.28 relating to publication vending Councilmember Shriver was machines (newsracks), was presented. excused at 9:08 p. m. There was no one present for public comment. Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Mayor Kati to introduce ordinance for first reading, reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof, amended that the changeover to the new concept will be gradual. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Holbrook, Shriver, Genser, O'Connor, McKeow 10 September 16, 2008 Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES: None ABSENT: None SOLAR PHOTOVOLTAIC 7-F: Adoption of Resolution No. 10339 (CCS) entitled: "A SYSTEM STANDARDS RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA MAKING FINDINGS OF LOCAL CLIMATIC, GEOLOGICAL AND Councilmember Shriver TOPOGRAPHICAL CONDITIONS AS REQUIRED TO ADOPT returned at 9.•13 p. m. LOCAL AMENDMENTS TO THE CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS CODE"; and introduction and first reading of an ordinance establishing standards to ensure public safety for all structures equipped with solar photovoltaic systems," were presented. Member of the public Patricia Foulterod spoke in support of the proposal. Fire Marsha117im Glew noted for the record that on page three, subsection 8.24.080 was included by inadvertence and should be deleted. Motion by Councilmember McKeown. seconded by Councilmember O'Connor, to adopt the resolution, reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers McKeown, O'Connor, Genser, Shriver, Holbroo Mayor Pro Tem McKeown, Mayor Katz NOES: None ABSENT: None Motion by Councilmember O'Connor, seconded by Councilmember McKeown, to introduce the ordinance for first reading, amended to delete the subsection noted above, reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers McKeown, O'Connor, Genser, Shriver, Holbroo: Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES: None ABSENT: None STAFF ITEMS: 8-A: Bicknell Avenue "Green Street" Demonstration Project - BICKNELL GREEN recommendation to approve the final design concept for the STREET DEMO demonstration project intended to provide water quality improvements by PROJECT reducing impervious street surface and installing landscaped biofilter swales and infiltration areas to improve the quality and reduce the quantity of stormwater runoff, was presented. 11 September 16, 2008 Member of the public Simon Robins expressed concerns regarding traffic and parking as it relates to the project. Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Bloom to approve recommendation amended to direct staff to investigate the concerns expressed about traffic, safety and exiting and entrances to the large parking garages of the 2021 Ocean building; staff to report back to Council with its findings. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmember McKeown, O'Connor Genser, Shriver, Holbrook, Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES: None ABSENT: None PUBLIC HEARINGS: 9-A: Public hearing and adoption of resolution ordering vacation VACATION -HIGH of excess public right-of--way along High Place -recommendation to PLACE hold a public hearing to receive comments regarding the proposed vacation; and, to adopt Resolution No. 10340 (CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA ORDERING THE VACATION OF A PORTION OF EXCESS PUBLIC STREET RIGHT- , OF-WAY LOCATED ALONG HIGH PLACE IN THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA," was presented. Patricia Hoffman, Paul De Santis, and Joan Ling spoke in support of the project. Motion by Councilmember Holbrook, seconded by Councilmember McKeown, to approve recommendation and adopt resolution, reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Holbrook, Shriver, Genser, O'Connor, McKeow Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES: None ABSENT: On order of the Mayor, Items 12-A and 13-J to be heard concurrently. NoneWRITTEN REQUESTS: 12-A: Request from the Santa Monica High School Viking SAMOHI VIHING Marching Band for a matching fund of $35,000 to assist with the MARCHING BAND costs of playing on New Year's Day, January 1, 2009, at the 23rd annual New Year's Day Parade and Festival in London, England, was presented. - 12 September 16, 2008 13-J: Request of Councilmember McKeown that the Council congratulate the 130-member Samohi Marching Band on its invitation to participate in this year's 23rd annual New Year's Day Parade and Festival in London, England; and that the Council contribute $25,000 from the Council contingency fund to the Santa Monica Band Parents Association (a California non-profit corporation, separate from the school district) to support financial assistance for Viking Band members from low-income families. Members of the public Ellen Rennell, Adriana Wong, Jerry Rubin, and Brian Hutchings spoke in support of the request. Motion by Councilmember Censer, seconded by Councilmember Shriver, to approve matching funds of $25,000. The motion was approved by the following vote. AYES: Councilmembers McKeown, O'Connor, Censer, Shriver, Holbroo Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES:None ABSENT: None COUNCIL ITEMS: 13-A: Annual Appointments to Boards and Commissions for terms ANNUAL APPTS. ending June 30, 2008. On order of the Mayor, the floor was opened for nominations to the Airport Commission. Board/Commission No. of Anuts. Term Endive Airport Commission 1 6/30/2012 Councilmember Censer nominated Richard Brown. Mr. Brown was appointed by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Shriver, Censer, O'Connor, McKeown, Mayor P Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES: Councilmember Holbrook ABSENT: None Architectural Review Board 6/30/2012 On order of the Mayor, this appointment was continued to September 23. 13 September 16, 2008 Arts Commission 3 6/30/2012 On order of the Mayor, the floor was opened for nominations to the Arts Commission. Councilmember McKeown nominated Romy Ann Phillips and Michael Robert Myers for two of the seats. There being no other nominations, Ms. Phillips and Mr. Myers were appointed by acclamation, with all members present. On order of the Mayor, the remaining appointment was continued to September 23. UNSCHEDULED 13-B: Appointment to one unscheduled vacancy on the Airport VACANCY Commission for a term ending June 30, 2011. On order of the Mayor, the floor was opened for nominations to the Airport Commission. Councilmember Genser nominated Peter Donald. There being no other nominations, Mr. Donald was appointed by acclamation, with all members present. 13-C: Appointment to two unscheduled vacancies on the Commission on the Status of Women for terms ending June 30, 2011. On order of the Mayor, this appointment was continued to October 14, 2008. BICYCLE FOR A DAY 13-D: Request of Councilmember McKeown that the Council declare Saturday, September 20th, 2008 as "Bicycle for a Day" day in Santa Monica, and authorize bicycle valet parking at the Pier for the event. At the request of 13-E: Request of Councilmember McKeown that, in Councilmember McKeown, acknowledgment of growing evidence regarding the crucial role of this matter was Food production in global climate change, the Council elevate food withdrawn.GLOBAL sustainability to a priority focus in this year's Sustainable City Plan WARMING implementation; include food purchasing in the City's sustainable procurement efforts; and sign Santa Monica on to the global warming education and empowerment program called the "Cool Foods Pledge," was presented. 14 September 16, 2008 Motion by Councilmember McKeown, seconded by Mayor Katz, to approve request. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, with all members present. SISTER CITIES 13-F: Request of Mayor Katz and Councilmember Holbrook that the Council approve the Santa Monica Sister City Association's recommendation for the aff"ifiliation of the cities of Cassino and Sant'Elia, Italy as Sister Cities to Santa Monica, with the aim of establishing a relationship of friendship and good will, was presented. Motion by Mayor Katz, seconded by Councilmember Shriver, to approve request. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, with all members present. RESIGNATION 13-G: Recommendation to accept Tshombe Sampson's resignation from the Social Services Commission and authorize the City Clerk to publish the vacancy, was approved. Motion by Councilmember Shriver, seconded by Councilmember O'Connor, to approve recommendation. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, with all members present. PROPOSITION - 8 13-H: Request of Councilmember Ken Genser and Mayor Pro Tem Richard Bloom that the Council support equality, freedom and fairness for everyone and oppose Proposition 8, on the November 4, 2008 ballot. Proposition 8 would re-write our California Constitution to provide that only marriage between a man and a woman is valid or recognized in California --denying gays and lesbians the respect, dignity and responsibility that come with marriage, was presented. Member of the public Brian Hutchings commented on the aspects of the request. Motion by Mavor Pro Tem Bloom, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to approve request. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, with all members present. MEASURER 13-I: Request of Councilmembers O'Connor and Shriver to support Measure R and adopt Resolution No. 10341 (CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA IN SUPPORT OF MEASURE R TO SEEK VOTER APPROVAL IN THE NOVEMBER 4, 2008, ELECTION OF A 30 YEAR HALF-CENT 15 September 16, 2008 SALES TAX TO FUND TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENTS IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY INCLUDING EXPO LIGHT RAIL TO SANTA MONICA AND THE WESTSIDE EXTENSION OF THE SUBWAY," was presented. Member of the public Denny Zane spoke in support of the request. Motion by Councilmember O'Connor, seconded by Councilmember Shriver, to adopt the resolution in support of Measure R. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES:Councilmembers Holbrook, Shriver, Genser, O'Connor, McKeow Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES: None ABSENT: None COLLEGE MEASURE AA 13-K: Request of Mayor Pro Tem Bloom and Councilmember Genser that the City Council endorse Proposition AA on the November 4, 2008 ballot, the Santa Monica College Career and Educational Improvements Bond, was presented. Members of the public Louise Jaffe, Nancy Greenstein and Brian Hutchings spoke in support of the request. Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Mayor Kati to approve request. The motion was approved by the following vote: AYES: Councilmembers Holbrook, Shriver, Genser, O'Connor, McKeow Mayor Pro Tem Bloom, Mayor Katz NOES: None ABSENT: None ADJOURNMENT: On order of the Mayor, the City Council meeting was adjourned at 11:08 p.m., in memory of Edwin O. Guthman, Anthony "Tony" Russo, Thomas Patrick Caffrey, and Phi """' ATTEST: Maria M. Stewart City Clerk 16 September 16, 2008