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CITY OF SANTA MONICA
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
SPECIAL JOINT MEETING MINUTES
SEPTEMBER 13, 1983
The Santa Monica City Council met in Study Session on Tuesday,
September 13, 1983 for the purpose of discussing tools and techniques
used by the public sector to stimulate and guide development. Mayor
Edwards called the session to order at 6:14 P.M.
Roll Call: Present: Mayor Ken Edwards
Mayor Pro Tempore Dolores M. Press
Councilmember James P. Conn
Councilmember David G. Epstein
Councilmember William H. Jennings
(entered 6:32 P.M.)
Councilmember Christine E. Reed
(entered 6:30 P.M.)
Councilmember Dennis Zane
City Manager John H. Alschuler, Jr.
City Clerk Ann M. Shore
SS-1: ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT FINANCING TECHNIQUES AND PROGRAMS:
Presented was a staff paper summarizing a variety of financing
techniques and programs for implementing City-wide and
neighborhood-level economic development objectives in Santa Monica.
Discussion was held. There being no objection, the Study Session was
adjourned at 7:05 P.M.
REGULAR CITX COUNCIL MEETING:
A regular meeting of the Santa Monica City Council was called to
order 7:30 P.M. on Tuesday, September 13, 1983 by Mayor Edwards.
Robin Heath led the assemblage in the pledge of allegiance to the
United States. Mayor Edwards introduced Reverend George Pickel of
the First Southern Baptist Church who offered the invocation.
Roll Call: Present: Mayor Ken Edwards
Mayor Pro Tempore Dolores M. Press
Councilmember James P. Conn
Councilmember David G. Epstein
Councilmember William H. Jennings
Councilmember Christine E. Reed
Councilmember Dennis Zane
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City Manager John H. Alschuler, Jr.
City Attorney Robert M. Myers
City Clerk Ann M. Shore
4-A: PROCLAMATION TO LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS: Mayor Edwards
presented a proclamation to the Santa Monica League of Women Voters
designating September 9 through October 29, 1983, as the League of
Women Voters Action Packed Membership Drive.
4-B: EMPLOYEE COMMENDATION: Mayor Edwards presented a commendation
to Police Department's Emergency Services Coordinator Officer Gregory
Slaughter for outstanding service.
4-C: TASK FORCE ON LATINO AFFAIRS: The City Clerk announced that
applications are invited for membership on the Task Force on Latino
Affairs to study and make recommendations to increase involvement of
Latino residents in City government and improve City service delivery
to Latino residents. '
6. CONSENT CALENDAR: The Consent Calendar was presented.
Councilmember Conn moved to approve the Consent Calendar with the
exception of Items 6-A, 6-D, 6-F, 6-J, 6-K. Second by Councilmember
Epstein. The motion was approved by the following vote:
Council Vote: Unanimously approved 7-0
6-B: PROCLAMATION OF LOCAL EMERGENCY: Resolution No. 6743(CCS)
entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA
MONICA PROCLAIMING THE CONTINUED EXISTENCE OF THE LOCAL EMERGENCY,"
was adopted.
6-C: RULES OF ORDER FOR THE CONDUCT OF CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS:
Resolution No. 6744(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA ESTABLISHING RULES OF ORDER AND PROCEDURE
FOR THE CONDUCT OF CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS," was adopted.
6-D: YOUTH SWIM INSTRUCTION FEES: Resolution increasing youth swim
instruction from $5.00 to $10.00 for residents and $10.00 to $15.00
for non-residents. Withdrawn at the request of staff.
6-E: DAMAGED SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS, AND CURBS: Resolution No.
6745(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA MONICA SETTING A HEARING DATE FOR ANY PROTESTS OR OBJECTIONS TO
THE REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF STREETS REGARDING REPAIR OF
SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS AND CURBS (SR-83-51)," was adopted.
6-G: PURCHASE OF WEATHERHEAD FITTINGS AND CLAMPS FOR CITY BUSES:
Bid No. 1866 was awarded to Mr. Parts division of Sunbelt Industries
at the discounts from jobbers list offered for the period from
October 1, 1983 through September 30, 1984 for purchase of
weatherhead fittings and clamps for City buses.
6-H: PURCHASE OF ASSORTED LUMBER PRODUCTS: Bid No. 1893 was
awarded to Southland Lumber and Supply, at unit prices and discount
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from list prices offered for the period from September 1, 1983
through August 31, 1984 plus two additional one-year options for
purchase of assorted lumber products.
6-I: EMPLOYEE CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATIONS AND SALARIES: A
recommendation to approve classification specifications for Assistant
Revenue Manager/City Treasurer and Collections Manager was approved
and Resolution No. 6746(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY
COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA ADOPTING A SALARY FOR THE
POSITIONS OF ASSISTANT REVENUE MANAGER/CITY TREASURER, COLLECTIONS
MANAGER, LEAD PLUMBER AND TRADES SUPERVISOR," was adopted.
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
6-A: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: Councilmember Epstein moved approval of
the minutes of May 31, 1983, June 14, 1983, July 26, 1983 (amended in
regard to Agenda Item 11-D, third paragraph, the wording of alternate
contract language for Community Development Program 1983-84 Grantee
Agreements, which motion failed) and August 9, 1983. Second by
Councilmember Press. The motion was approved by the following vote:
Council Vote: Unanimously approved 7-0
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6-F: MODIFICATION TO CIVIC AUDITORIUM RESTROOMS: Presented was a
recommendation to appropriate additional funds and award a contract
to Eubanks Construction Company in the amount of $32,895 for
modifications to Civic Auditorium restrooms. Councilmember Epstein
introduced discussion in regard to the amount to be expended for this
project. Councilmember Press moved to approve the staff
recommendation amended •to include the expenditure of $4,300 in
Community Development Block Grant funds, therefore approving the
appropriation of funds in the amount of $7,168 from the Auditorium
fund reserve, awarding Contract No. 4009(CCS) to Eubanks Construction
Company for modifications to the Civic Auditorium restrooms in the
amount of $32,895, authorizing the City Engineer to issue any change
orders necessary to complete the project to the extent of funds
available in accordance with the Administrative Instructions on
change orders. Second by Councilmember Reed. The motion was
approved by the following vote:
Council Vote: Affirmative: Councilmembers Conn, Jennings,
Press, Reed, Zane and Mayor
Edwards
Negative: Councilmember Epstein
6-J: PROPOSED VACATION OF 22ND STREET BETWEEN MICHIGAN AVENUE AND
SANTA MONICA FREEWAY: Presented was a recommendation to authorize
the City Manager to approve a contract with Pacific Architects
Collaborative for lease of City property and to initiate proceedings
for the proposed vacation of 22nd Street between Michigan Avenue and
Santa Monica Freeway. Councilmember Jennings introduced discussion
in regard to retaining the land in public domain. Discussion was
held. Councilmember Epstein moved to approve the staff
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recommendation thereby authorizing the City Manager to approve
Contract No. 4010(CCS) with Pacific Architects Collaborative for
lease of the City property and upon execution of the contract by both
parties to initiate proceedings to vacate that portion of 22nd Street
lying between Michigan Avenue and the Santa Monica Freeway. Second
by Councilmember Conn. The motion was approved by the following
vote:
Council Vote: Affirmative: Councilmembers Conn, Epstein,
Press, Reed, Zane and Mayor
Edwards
Negative: Councilmember Jennings
Councilmember Epstein requested the record to reflect that his
affirmative vote was based on his understanding that this was an
unusable portion of the street.
6-K: TRAFFIC SIGNAL INSTALLATIONS: Presented was a staff report
transmitting a resolution approving an amended agreement with the
State of California Department of Transportation setting forth
proportionate shares of costs of installing traffic signals at
various locations in the City. Councilmember Epstein introduced
discussion in regard to the necessity for installing all of these
traffic signals. Mayor Edwards moved to adopt Resolution No.
6747(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA MONICA APPROVING THE ANNEXED PROGRAM SUPPLEMENT NO. 3 TO THE
LOCAL AGENCY - STATE AGREEMENT FOR THE INSTALLATION OF TRAFFIC
SIGNALS AT THE INTERSECTIONS AT COLORADO/OCEAN, OCEAN/HIGHWAY 187,
OCEAN PARK BOULEVARD/21ST STREET, OCEAN PARK BOULKEVARD/25TH STREET
AND INTERCONNECT ON NEILSON WAY FROM OCEAN PARK BOULEVARD TO ASHLAND
AVENUE," reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof,
thereby approving Contract No. 4011(CCS) with the State of California
Department of Transportation, amending Contract No. 3874(CCS).
Second by Councilmember Conn. The motion was approved by the
following vote:
Council Vote: Affirmative: Councilmembers Conn, Jennings
Press, Reed, Zane and Mayor
Edwards
Negative: Councilmember Epstein
Councilmember Jennings requested the record to reflect his disfavor
with these stoplights but favors the federal government paying for
them.
7-A: STREET LIGHT INSTALLATIONS: Presented was a staff report
presenting information in regard to a public hearing on confirmation
of assessments for street light installations and presenting a
resolution confirming the assessments. Mayor Edwards declared the
Public Hearing opened at 7:53 P.M. There being no one present
wishing to speak to the matter. Councilmember Epstein moved to close
the public at 7:53 P.M. Second by Councilmember Conn. The motion
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was approved by unanimous vote. Councilmember Epstein moved to
record that no protests have been received and to adopt Resolution
No. 6748(CCS) "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA
MONICA CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF STREETS
REGARDING STREET LIGHT INSTALLATION ON 25TH STREET BETWEEN PEARL AND
OCEAN PARK, EUCLID BETWEEN GEORGINA AND BRENTWOOD TERRACE, BERKELEY
BETWEEN STANFORD AND WILSHIRE AND 12TH STREET BETWEEN MARGUERITA AND
ALTA, ALL WITHIN THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA," reading by title only and
waiving further reading thereof. Second by Councilmember Conn. The
motion was approved by the following vote:
Council Vote: Unanimously approved 7-O
7-B: REPAIR SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS AND CURBS: Presented was a staff
report providing information on a Public Hearing on assessment of
costs to repair damaged sidewalks, driveways and curbs (SR-83-49) and
transmitting a resolution for adoption. Mayor Edwards declared the
Public Hearing open at 8:01 P.M., there being no one wishing to speak
to the matter, Councilmember Press moved to close the Public Hearing
at 8:01 P.M. Second by Councilmember Epstein. The motion was
approved by unanimous vote. Councilmember Epstein moved to note in
the record that no protests had been received and to adopt Resolution
No. 6749(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SANTA MONICA CONFIRMING THE REPORT OF THE SUPERINTENDENT OF
STREETS REGARDING REPAIRS TO DAMAGED SIDEWALKS, DRIVEWAYS AND CURBS
(SR-83-49)," reading by title only and waiving further reading
thereof. Second by Councilmember Conn. The motion was approved by
the following vote:
Council Vote: Unanimously approved 7-0
8-A: UTILITY TAX REBATE AND EXEMPTION: Presented was an ordinance
for introduction and first reading amending Municipal Code Section
6633 which provides a special rebate procedure for Senior Citizens
and Social Security recipients who meet established income
requirements. Mayor Edwards declared the Public Hearing open at 8:05
P.M. Dan Cohen, member of the Commission on Older Americans, spoke
to request that eligibility requirements be reviewed in relation to
increased Social Security benefits. There being no one else wishing
to speak to the matter. Councilmember Epstein moved to close the
Public Hearing at 8:10 P.M. Second by Councilmember Conn. The
motion was approved by unanimous vote. Councilmember Epstein moved
to introduce for first reading an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA AMENDING MUNICIPAL
CODE SECTION 6633 RELATING TO UTILITY TAX REBATES AND EXEMPTIONS,"
reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. Second by
Councilmember Conn. The motion was approved by the following vote:
Council Vote: Unanimously approved 7-0
Councilmember Epstein moved to request the Commission on Older
Americans to make specific recommendations regarding eligibility
requirements and report to the City Council in 45 days. Second by
Councilmember Conn. The motion was approved by unanimous vote.
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8-B: AGE DISCRIMINATION IN HOUSING Presented was a staff report
providing background information and transmitting an ordinance for
introduction and first reading amending Municipal Code Sections 4702
and 4703 and adding Section 4706 relating to age discrimination in
housing. Councilmember Epstein moved to hear from members of the
public for three minutes each. Second by Councilmember Conn. The
motion was approved by unanimous vote. Mayor Edwards declared the
Public Hearing open at 8:14 P.M. The following members spoke in
opposition to the ordinance as proposed: James W. Baker, Andrew
Stefanski, Marjorie Krober, Mary Ann Peters, John Jurenka, Brenda
Landman, Wilho Miller, Ilse Koch, Archie Arzooyan, Donald Howland,
Dorothy McGregor, Dan J. Donohou, Joe Baur, Chester Hoover, Thomas
Nitti and Doug Ehlers. The following persons spoke in favor of the
ordinance as proposed: Lisa Monk, Cheryl Rhoden, Sonya Bekoff Molho
and Ernie Powell. There being no one else wishing to speak to the
matter. The Public Hearing was closed at 9:20 P.M. D1sCUS8ion was
held.
Councilmember Epstein moved to introduce for first reading an
ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA MONICA ADDING SECTION 4706 TO THE SANTA MONICA MUNICIPAL CODE
AND AMENDING SANTA MONICA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 4702 AND 4703
RELATING TO DISCRIMINATION IN HOUSING," reading by title only and
waiving further reading thereof, amended as suggested by the City
Attorney to read as follows: In Section 4703, Exemptions, add
subdivision (c) which would read "to effect any provision of a rental
agreement or lease limiting occupancy to persons named in the rental
agreement or lease other than the spouse or children of such named
individuals;" add subdivision (d) to limit the number of adults
other than adult children to the greater of one adult per each
bedroom or two adults per rental unit; and in subdivision (h) add a
third exception that landlords could inquire as to the names of
prospective occupants. Second by Mayor Edwards. Councilmember Reed
moved an amendment to Section 4702(g) to substitute one person where
it says two persons for zero bedroom housing accomodations. Second
by Councilmember Jennings. Discussion was held. There being no
objection from the second, Councilmember Reed included in her motion
the request of Mayor Edwards that in Section 4702(g) "minors under
two years of age" be changed to "minor child". With the consent of
the second, Councilmember reed accepted into the motion the
suggestion of the City Attorney that in the case of zero bedroom
housing accommodations, it read "one adult and one minor child."
Councilmember Epstein moved an amendment to Section 4706, the
provision for equitable relief, deleting the last two phrases where
it says "general public or the protected class." Second by
Councilmember Reed. Discussion was held. The amendment t0 the
motion failed by the following vote:
Council Vote: Affirmative: Councilmembers Epstein and Reed
Negative: Councilmembers Conn, Jennings,
Press, Zane and Mayor Edwards
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Discussion was held. With the consent of the second, Councilmember
Reed added to the motion that Section 4702(g} be amended at the
bottom of page 3 to read "plus one additional minor per housing
accommodation" rather than "additional person". Councilmember
Jenn~n9s moved an amendment to return to Section 4703 the present
exclusion that "nothing contained in this chapter shall apply or be
construed to affect those apartments where at least 40 percent of the
units are rented to families with children." Second by Councilmember
Reed. After discussion, the motion failed by the following vote:
Council Vote: Affirmative: Councilmembers Jennings and Reed
Negative: Councilmembers Conn, Epstein,
Press, Zane and Mayor Edwards
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Councilmember Epstein requested the record to reflect his opinion
that the 40 percent figure is unreasonable. Mayor Edwards requested
the record to reflect that he does not believe in quota systems for
entrance into universities nor apartment buildings. Councilmember
Epstein moved an amendment as suggested by the City Attorney that a
portion of Section 4702(g) would read "to prohibit a limitation of
the number of adults other than adult children to the greater of one
adult per bedroom or two adults per housing accommodation", and an
additional amendment to allow a modest surcharge on the base rent for
additional occupants, i.e. up to $50 per occupant or five percent of
the base rent for one additional person and up to ten percent or $100
altogether. The motion failed for lack of a second. Discussion was
held. Councilmember Jennings moved to re-open the Public Hearing and
table the pending motion to re-introduce the ordinance for first
reading two weeps from this evening. Second by Councilmember Reed.
The motion failed by the following vote:
Council Vote: Affirmative: Councilmembers Jennings and Reed
Negative: Councilmembers Conn, Epstein,
Press, Zane and Mayor Edwards
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Councilmember Epstein's main motion, as amended, was approved by the
following vote:
Council Vote: Affirmative: Councilmembers Conn, Epstein,
Press, Zane and Mayor Edwarda
Negative: Councilmembers Jennings and Reed
Councilmember Jennings requested that the record reflect that he
would have voted in favor of the ordinance if the matter had been
re-introduced for first reading at the next meeting. Councilmember
Reed requested the record to reflect that she is not satisfied that
there has been a showing that the minimum occupancy standards, as
proposed, are necessary to protect the public welfare, nor has it
been shown that the absence of such minimums poses a substantial
threat to the health and welfare of families with children; further,
she does not agree with the City Attorney's ruling in regard to the
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California Environmental Quality Act; and does not have sufficient
data on the current attempts to limit occupancy to assess the impact
of this law on the future of this community.
A recess was held at 10:29 P.M. The Council reconvened at 10:35 P.M.
Councilmembers Epstein, Press and Zane being absent. ,
10-A: COUNTY HEALTH SERVICES: Presented was a recommendation from
the Commission on Older Americans requesting the City Council to
write Los Angeles Health Services regarding the lack of County
hospital services within reasonable distance from the West Health
District. Councilmember Conn moved that the City Council send a
letter to Mr. Robert Wriite, Director of Los Angeles County Health
Services, expressing concern over the disparity of medical services
available in the Los Angeles/Harbor Health District and that the West
Health District has no county hospital within reasonable distance;
copies of the letter be sent to Deane Dana, County Supervisor, and
Deputy Mary Gray. Second by Councilmember Jennings. The motion was
approved by the following vote:
Council Vote: Unanimously approved 4-0
Absent: Councilmembers Epstein, Press and Zane
Councilmember Zane entered the Chambers at 10:36 P.M. Mayor Pro
Tempore Press entered the Chambers at 10:37 P.M.
SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF CITY COUNCIL AND REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
A special meeting of the Redevelopment Agency in joint session with
the City Council was called to order by Mayor Edwards at 10:37 P.M.
Roll Call: Present: Chairperson Ken Edwards
Chairperson Pro Tempore Dolores M. Press
Agency Member James P. Conn
Agency Member David G. Epstein
(entered 10:39 P.M.)
Agency Member William H. Jennings
Agency Member Christine E. Reed
Agency Member Dennis Zane
Executive Director John H. Alschuler, Jr.
Agency Attorney Robert M. Myers
Agency Secretary Ann M. Shore
11-A: BARNARD PARK VILLAS/OCEAN PARK REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT:
Presented was a staff report recommending that the Agency Director be
directed to execute and record the Certificate of Completion for
Barnard Park Villas in the Ocean Park 1(b) Redevelopment Project.
Agency Member Conn moved to approve the staff recommendation as
presented. Second by Agency Member Zane. The motion was approved by
the following vote:
Agency Vote: Unanimously approved 7-0
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11-B: OCEAN PARK REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT URBAN RENEWAL NOTES:
Presented was a staff report making recommendations in regard to the
financial settlement of Ocean Park Redevelopment Project Urban
Renewal Notes and presenting a revised Close-Out Agreement which
further fulfilled regulations of the U. S. Department of Housing and
Urban Development {HUD). Discussion was held. Councilmember Epstein
moved to continue discussions past 11:00 P.M. Second by
Councilmember Conn. The motion was approved by unanimous vote.
Councilmember Zane moved that the City Council approve the revised
Close Out Agreement, Contract No. 4014{CCS), between the
Redevelopment Agency and the City of Santa Monica for the financial
settlement of Urban Renewal Project Notes on the Ocean Park
Redevelopment Project and authorize the Mayor to execute and transmit
the Close-Out Agreement to HUD. The motion was duly seconded and
approved by the following vote:
Council Vote: Affirmative: Councilmembers Conn, Epstein,
Jennings, Press, Zane and
Mayor Edwards
Negative: Councilmember Reed
A9encX Member Zane moved that the Redevelopment Agency approve the
Close Out Agreement, between the Redevelopment Agency and the City of
Santa Monica for the financial settlement of Urban Renewal Project
Notes on the Ocean park Redevelopment Project and authorize the
Chairperson to execute and transmit the Close-Out to HUD. Second by
Chairperson Edwards. The motion was approved by the following vote:
Agency Vote: Affirmative: Agency Members Conn, Epstein
Jennings, Press, Zane and
Chairperson Edwards
Negative: Agency Member Reed
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Agency Member Reed requested the record to reflect her belief that
this action is fiscally unwise for the Redevelopment Agency at this
time.
Councilmember Zane moved that the City Council approve an
appropriation of $772,568.08 from the City's Unobligated General Fund
Reserves to be loaned to the Redevelopment Agency. Second by Mayor
Edwards. The motion was approved by the following vote:
Council Vote: Affirmative: Councilmembers Conn, Epstein,
Jennings, Press, Zane and
Mayor Edwards
Negative: Councilmember Reed
Agency Member Zane moved that the Redevelopment Agency approve
increasing the appropriation authority in the Redevelopment Agency
Account No. 18-200-263-000-760 by $84,296.00 and increasing the
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adopted budget revenue estimate in Account No. 17-905-092-000-000 by
$84,345.50 and Account No. 17-906-347-000-000 by $772,568.08. Second
by Chairperson Edwards. The motion was approved by the following
vote:
Agency Vote: Affirmative: Agency Members Conn, Epstein,
Jennings, Press, Zane and
Chairperson Edwards
Negative: Agency Member Reed
Agency Member Zane moved to adopt Redevelopment Agency Resolution No.
376(RAS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE
CITY OF SANTA MONICA APPROVING EXECUTION OF A PROMISSORY NOTE WITH
THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA TO EFFECT CLOSE OUT OF THE FEDERAL OCEAN
PARK URBAN RENEWAL PROJECT," reading by title only and waiving
further reading thereof, accepting the City loan of $772,568.08.
Second by Agency Member Conn. The motion was approved by the
following vote:
Agency Vote: Affirmative: Agency Members Conn, Epstein,
Jennings, Press, Zane and
Chairperson Edwards
Negative: Agency Member Reed
Agency Member Reed requested the record to reflect her belief that
the interest rate on this loan is adverse to the Agency's best fiscal
interest.
Agency Member Zane moved that the Redevelopment Agency authorize the
Chairperson of the Agency to execute the Promissory Note with the
City. Second by Chairperson Edwards. The motion was approved by the
following vote:
Agency Vote: Affirmative: Agency Members Conn, Epstein,
Jennings, Press, Zane and
Chairperson Edwards
Negative: Agency Member Reed
Agency Member Zane moved that the Redevelopment Agency authorize the
Executive Director of the Agency to transmit the appropriate project
close-out payment to the United States Department of Housing and
Urban Development by September 16, 1983. Second by Chairperson
Edwards. The motion was approved by the following vote:
Agency Vote: Affirmative: Agency Member Conn, Epstein,
Jennings, Press, Zane and
Mayor Edwards
Negative: Agency Member Reed
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Agency Member Epstein requested the record to reflect that he is
pleased that we are able to make this reduction in the national debt.
ADJOURNMENT OF REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING: At 11:12 P.M.,
Chairperson Edwards moved to adjourn the Redevelopment Agency
meeting. Second by Agency Member Conn. The motion was approved by
the following vote:
Agency Vote: Unanimously approved 7-0
11-C: Continued to September 20, 1983.
11-D; PARTICIPATION IN THE CALIFORNIA HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY
MULTI-FAMILY REHABILITATION BOND PROGRAM: Presented was a staff
report recommending approval of an agreement committing city
participation in the CHFA Multi-family Rehabilitation Bond Program in
which CHFA will issue tax-exempt bonds and use the proceeds to make
loans for rehabilitation or acquisition and rehabilitation of
multi-family properties. Discussion was held. Mayor Edwards moved
to approve the staff recommendation, thereby approving Contract No.
4012(CCS), Commitment Agreement with the California Housing Finance
Agency for City participation in the Multi-family Rehabilitation Bond
Program; adopting Resolution No. 6750(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION
OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA AUTHORIZIANG
EXECUTION OF COMMITMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA
AND THE CALIFORNIA HOUSING FINANCE AGENCY," reading by title only and
waiving further reading thereof; approving an allocation of $32,000
from the Community Development Block Grant Contingency Fund and
$6,500 from the Pico Neighborhood Housing Trust Fund for transfer to
a new account for the CHFA Multi-family Rehabilitation Bond Program;
and affirming the policy that fees advanced from the CDBG Contingency
Fund shall be repaid by borrowers at loan closing based on their pro
rata share of the City's bond allocation. Second by Councilmember
Conn. With the consent of the second, Mayor Edwards included in his
motion the suggestion of Councilmember Jennings that a disclaimer be
added to the list of properties that a name appearing on the list is
not intended as a statement that one wishes to participate in the
program. The motion was approved by the following vote:
Council Vote: Affirmative: Councilmembers Conn, Jennings,
Press, Zane and Mayor Edwards
Negative: Councilmembers Epstein and Reed
Councilmember Reed requested the record to reflect that she is voting
no because she has not had the opportunity to review the list that is
being endorsed and submitted.
11-E: WINDWARD SCHOOL LEASE. Presented was a staff report
recommending approval of a lease with Windward School for
recreational uses at Charnock well field, City-owned property located
!in West Los Angeles. Tim Corcoran representing Windward School
responded to questions of the Council. Discussion was held.
Councilmember Epstein moved to authorize the City Manager to execute
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a lease, Contract No. 4013(CCS) with Windward School to lease
City-owned property located in West Los Angeles to utilize the
property for playing fields and parking area far the School. Second
by Councilmember Press. The motion was approved by the following
vote:
Council Vote: Unanimously approved 7-0
11-F, 11-G, 11-H, 11-I: Continued to September 20, 1983.
11-J: LOS ANGELES COUNTY JOH TRAINING PARTNERSHIP ACT: Presented was
a staff report recommending that the Mayor formally communicate the
City's concerns regarding proposed Los Angeles County Job Training
Partnership Act (JTPA) funding allocations and consequent lack of
service to Santa Monica residents. Dorothy Eldon, Program Director
of United Community and Housing in Santa Monica, spoke in support of
obtaining funds £or youth and adult job programs. Councilmember
Epstein moved that the Mayor, on behalf of of the City Council,
Formally communicate the City's concerns regarding the proposed JTPA
funding allocations for Supervisorial District 4 and the consequent
lack of service to Santa Monica resident. Second by Mayor Edwards.
The motion was approved by the following vote:
Council Vote: Unanimously approved 7-0
11-K: Considered later in the meeting.
12-A: Continued to September 20, 1983.
13-A: OVERSIZED VEHICLE REGULATIONS: Presented was the request of
Jack Hyam to address Council regarding amendment of oversized vehicle
regulations. It was noted that Mr. Hyam was not present,
Councilmember Epstein moved to receive and file the communication.
Second by Mayor Edwards. The motion was approved by the following
vote:
Council Vote: Unanimously approved 7-0
13-B: OVERSIZED VEHICLE REGULATIONS: Presented was the request of
Gary McGowan to address Council regarding amendment of oversized
vehicle regulations. Mr. McGowan described his vehicle, his parking
location and his subsequent receipt of a citation for parking an
oversized vehicle. Discussion was held. Staff was requested to
provide information which led to the current regulations, the matter
to return to the City Council on October 11, 1983.
13-C: THE BROWN ACT: Presented was the request of John Jurenka to
address Council regarding the Ralph M. Brown Act which regulates the
holding of public meetings. Mr. Jurenka spoke to request that the
public be advised of the contents of Closed Sessions and asked
whether minutes were being taken of those meetings. Discussion was
held.
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14-A: PIER RESTORATION CORPORATION BOARD OF DIRECTORS. Presented
was the matter of appointment of members to the Pier Restoration
Corporation Board of Directors. Councilmember Epstein moved to
increase the number of members on the Board from 9 to 11, to accept
late nominations, and to vote for members by allowing each member of
the Council to vote for 11 persons, any applicant receiving more than
4 votes be elected, and that the vote be continued to fill remaining
vacancies up to the number of 11. Second by Mayor Edwards. The
motion was approved by the following vote:
Council Vote: Unanimously approved 7-0
Nominations for members to the Corporation were as follows:
Judy Abdo: Councilmembers Conn, Jennings, Press, Zane
and Mayor Edwards
David E. Anderson: Councilmembers Conn, Epstein, Jennings,
Reed and Mayor Edwards
Rae W. Archibald: Councilmembers Epstein, Jennings and Reed
Chris Carlson: Councilmembers Epstein, Jennings, Press and Reed
Henry Custis: Councilmembers Conn, Press, Zane and Mayor Edwards
Joseph L. Gattuso: Councilmember Reed
Gerald Goldman: Councilmembers Epstein and Reed
Ruth Yannatta Goldway: Councilmembers Conn, Press, Zane and
Mayor Edwards
Chris Harding: Councilmembers Conn, Epstein, Jennings, Press and
Mayor Edwards
Herbert Katz: Councilmembers Conn, Epstein, Jennings, Press,
Zane and Mayor Edwards
Matt Kramer: Councilmember Zane
I. Elsa Leviseur: Councilmember Zane
Alex T. Mlikotin: Councilmembers Epstein and Reed
N. David O'Malley: Councilmembers Conn, Epstein, Jennings,
Press, Zane and Mayor Edwards
Ernie Powell: Councilmembers Conn, Epstein, Jennings, Press,
Zane and Mayor Edwards
Mary Houha Power: Councilmembers Conn, Jennings, Press, Reed,
Zane and Mayor Edwards
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William A. Spurgin: Councilmembers Conn, Epstein, Jennings,
Press, Zane and Mayor Edwards
Wayne R. Wilson: Councilmembers Conn, Epstein, Press, Reed,
and Zane
Elizabeth Burns: Councilmembers Jennings and Reed
Mayor Edwards moved to increase the membership of the Pier
Restoration Corporation Board of Directors to 12 persons. Second by
Councilmember Conn. The motion was approved by unanimous vote.
Therefore, the Following persons were appointed to membership on the
Pier Restoration Corporation Board of Directors: Judy Abdo, David E.
i Anderson, Chris Carlson, Henry Custis, Ruth Yannatta Goldway, Chris
Harding, Herbert Katz, N. David O'Malley, Ernie Powell, Mary Houha
Power, William A. Spurgin and Wayne R. Wilson.
114-B: VACANCY ON THE ARTS COMMISSION: Presented was a letter from
Mary Jane Hewitt resigning from the Arts Commission. Mayor Edwards
moved to accept the letter of resignation from Mary Jane Hewitt and
authorize the City Clerk to advertise the vacancy on the Arts
Commission. Second by Councilmember Conn. The motion was approved
by unanimous vote.
14-C, 14-D: Continued to September 20, 1983.
14-E: UNITED STATES RESIDENCY OF POLICE OFFICER IAN PAGE: Presented
was the request of Mayor Edwards to discuss adoption of a resolution
in support of efforts of Police Officer Ian Page and his family to
remain in the United States. Mayor Edwards moved preparation of a
resolution for Council consideration in support of Police Officer Ian
Page and his family's efforts to remain in the United States as
residents. Second by Councilmember Epstein. Discussion was held.
Tie motion was approved by the following vote:
Council Vote: Affirmative: Councilmembers Conn, Epstein,
Press, Reed, Zane and Mayor
Edwards
Abstain: Councilmember Jennings
14-F: Continued to September 20, 1983.
14-G: FOURTH STREET MODIFICATION: Presented was the request of
Councilmember Epstein to consider requesting postponement of the
Coastal Commission hearing on Fourth Street changes. Discussion was
held. Councilmember Epstein moved to request postponement of the
Coastal Commission hearing on Fourth Street changes if it can be
heard at El Segundo at the October meeting with assurance that it be
on the agenda in October and be acted upon. The motion was duly
seconded and approved by the following vote:
Council Vote: Unanimously approved 7-0
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L4-H: EVENT AT THE THIRD STREET MALL: Presented was the request of
Mayor Pro Tempore Press to consider the request of a coalition of
organizations to hold an event to distribute literature and do voter
registration on the Third Street Ma11 on October 3, 1983. Johanna
?fisher described the event and their activities. Discussion was
geld. There being no objection, the group was referred to the City
Manager for advise in regard to permitted activities and locations in
.he Mall.
11-K: CLOSED SESSION: Presented was a request for Closed Session to
discuss pending litigation and personnel matters. At 12:45 A.M.,
Councilmember Epstein moved to adjourn to Closed Session for the
stated purpose. Second by Councilmember Conn. The motion was
aapproved by unanimous vote. Council reconvened at 1:10 A.M. with the
following members present: Councilmembers Conn, Jennings, Press and
Mayor Edwards. Councilmember Conn moved to approve settlement of
;Case WEC73302, Weinroth versus the City, in the amount of $6,801.
• Second by Mayor Edwards. The motion was approved by the following
vote:
Council Vote: Unanimously approved 4-0
Absent: Councilmembers Epstein, Reed and Zane
ilmember Epstein entered at 1:11 A.M.
uncilmember Conn moved to approve settlement of Case No. WEC0601I8,
hlin versus the City, in the amount of $17,000 plus court costs.
cond by Councilmember Epstein. The motion was approved by the
llowing vote:
Council Vote: Unanimously approved 5-0
Absent: Councilmembers Reed and Zane
ADJOURNMENT: At 1:15 P.M., Councilmember Jennings moved to adjourn
to 7:30 P.M., Tuesday, September 20, 1983,- to consider items '
continued from this meeting, and that adjournment be in memory of
illiam Leete Rawn, Chester L. Asimont, Myrtle Maude Wheeler, Dale A.
Phillips, Eunice S. Coleman, John D. Watkins, Estelle Simpson, Janet
L. Higgins, wife of William Higgins of the Electrical Board of
• ppeals and Lavra Charny, wife of Frank Charny, formerly of
Electrical Board of Appeals, and Honorable Larry McDonald, House of
(Representatives. The motion was duly seconded and approved by the
;following vote: ~
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Absent: Councilmembera Reed and Zane
ATTEST: APPRO D:
Ann M. Shore Ken Edwards
City Clerk Mayor
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