CC MINS 19941004M I N U T E S
REGULAR MEETING
RANCHO PALOS VERDES CITY COUNCIL
OCTOBER 41 1994
The meeting was called to order at 7:00 P.M. by Mayor
Kuykendall at the Hesse Park Community Center, 29301
Hawthorne Boulevard. Following the Pledge of Allegiance to
the Flag, roll call was answered as follows:
Present: Byrd, McTaggart, Lyon, Brooks, and
Mayor Kuykendall
Absent: None.
Also present were City Manager Bussey, Assistant City
Manager Antil, City Attorney Lynch, Director of
Environmental Services Bernard, Director of Public Works
Pulliam, and Sr. Administrative Analyst Dolleschel.
CEREMONIAL EVENT ( 3 0 4 )
Mayor Kuykendall presented the Citizen of the Month to
Charles Abbott; presented a Proclamation to Henry E. "Chip"
Scholz, of BFI, in recognition of their services donated to
the July 4th Independence Day Celebration; and proclaimed
October 9 -15, 1994, as "Fire Prevention Week."
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilman McTaggart, seconded by Councilwoman Brooks, moved
to approve the agenda as presented. There being no
objection, it was so ordered by Mayor Kuykendall,
APPROVAL OF CONSENT CALENDAR
Ms, Lois Larue, 3136 Barkentine Road, addressed several
issues with regard to the Consent Calendar.
Councilwoman Brooks, seconded by Councilman McTaggart, moved
to approve the Consent Calendar as follows:
WAIVER OF FULL READING
Adopted a motion waiving reading in full of all ordinances
and resolutions adopted at this meeting with consent to the
waiver of reading deemed to be given by all Councilmembers
after the reading of the title.
MINUTES (301)
Approved the Minutes of September 6, 19940
AWARD OF CONTRACT FOR HESSE COMMUNITY CENTER CARPET AND
VINYL FLOORING REPLACEMENT (1201 x 1204)
Awarded the contract for Hesse Community Center carpet and
vinyl flooring replacement to Best Home Carpet for an amount
not to exceed $10,998; authorized an. additional $1,000 for
contingencies; and authorized the Mayor and the City Clerk
to execute a contract with Best Home Carpet.
NOTICE OF COMPLETION - FISCAL YEAR 1993 -94 SIDEWALK REPAIR
PROGRAM: ALPHA OMEGA BUILDERS, INC. (1204 x 1405)
Accepted the work as complete; authorized the City Clerk to
file a Notice of Completion and if no claims are filed
during the 35 -day legal notice period, and upon the posting
of security by the contractor, notify the Surety Company to
exonerate the payment.and performance bonds; authorized the
Finance Director to release the retention 35 days after the
Notice of Completion has been recorded by the County
Recorder, contingent upon the contractor posting acceptable
security.
NOTICE OF COMPLETION - FISCAL YEAR 1993 -94 STREET STRIPING
PROGRAM: SAFETY STRIPING SERVICES, INC. (1204 x 1404)
Accepted the work as complete; authorized the City Clerk to
file a Notice of Completion and, if no claims are filed
during the 35 -day legal notice period and upon the posting
of a warranty bond by the contractor, notify the Surety
Company to exonerate the payment and performance bonds;
authorize the Finance Director to release the retention 35
days after the notice of completion has been recorded by the
County Recorder, contingent upon the contractor posting a
warranty bond or acceptable security.
NOTICE OF COMPLETION - STREET RESURFACING OF PALOS VERDES
DRIVE WEST AND COLT ROAD TO THE NORTHERLY CITY LIMITS:
SULLY MILLER CONTRACTING COMPANY (1204 x 1404)
Accepted the work as complete; authorized the City Clerk to
file a notice of completion and, if no claims are filed
during the 35 -day legal notice period and upon the posting
of security by the contractor, notify the Surety Company to
exonerate the payment and performance bonds; authorized the
Finance Director to release the retention 35 days after the
Notice of Completion has been recorded by the County
Recorder, contingent upon the contractor posting acceptable
security.
NOTICE OF COMPLETION - STREET RESURFACING FOR STARLINE
PARKHURST AND NEWRIDGE DRIVE: SULLY MILLER CONTRACTING
COMPANY (12 0 4 x 14 0 4 )
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Accepted the work as complete; authorized the City Clerk to
file a Notice of Completion and, if no claims are filed
during the 35 -day legal notice period and upon the posting
of security by the contractor, notify the Surety Company to
exonerate the payment and performance bonds; authorized the
finance director to release the retention 35 days after the
Notice of Completion has been recorded by the County
Recorder, contingent upon the contractor posting acceptable
security.
REGISTER OF DEMANDS (602)
Adopted Resolution NO. 94 -850
The motion to approve the Consent Calendar carried on the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Brooks, Byrd *, Lyon, McTaggart, and
Mayor Kuykendall.
NOES: None.
* - Councilman Byrd abstained with regard to Revisions
to the Ocean Trails as noted in the September 6, 1994,
minutes, on pages 3 -7.
RECYCLING DRAWING (1301)
The recycling winner for the month of August was the Donald
Rosenblatt Family.
RECYCLING TIP OF THE MONTH
It was noted that the Fourth Annual South Bay Telephone
Directory Recycling Drive is being held again during the
month of October. Co- sponsored by GTE and Pacific Bell, all
residents and businesses in Rancho Palos Verdes are
encouraged to drop off any telephone directories at:
GTE Central Office, 5841 Crest Road, Rancho Palos
Verdes
This is another important way residents can held the City
meet the State's recycling mandates. Information regarding
this month's Telephone Directory Recycling Drive can also be
found on Channel 3.
REGULAR BUSINESS
RESOLUTION NO. 94 -86 - FISCAL YEAR 1994 -95 BUDGET AMENDMENT
TO ADD BUS STOP /PARK RECYCLING CONTAINER PROJECT AND BUS
SHELTER ILLUMINATION PROJECT (602 x 1204 x 1301)
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RECOMMENDATION
To amend the FY 1994 -95 annual budget to include the
purchase of park and bus stop recycling containers and
the installation of bus shelter lighting and to adopt
Resolution No. 94 -86, amending Resolution No. 94 -47,
the budget appropriation for Fiscal Year 1994 -95, for a
budget adjustment to the Proposition "A" Fund and Solid
Waste Fund.
Senior Administrative Analyst Dolleschel reviewed the staff
report (of record),,
Ms. Lois Larue, 3136 Barkentine Road, expressed concern as
to how the proposed recycling containers may impact the
aesthetic appearance of the neighborhood.
City Council discussion ensued with regard to the
determination of whether such recycling containers are
needed; the location of such containers; and the design of
the containers. It was suggested that a Subcommittee be
formed in order to review the above- mentioned issues on
which Councilman McTaggart offered to serve.
Mayor Kuykendall, seconded by Councilwoman Brooks, moved
that the issue relative to the park and bus stop recycling
containers be forwarded to the Subcommittee for
recommendation to the City Council within one month. There
being no objection, it was so ordered by Mayor Kuykendall.
With regard to the installation of bus shelter lighting, the
following motion was offered: Councilman Byrd moved to
amend the FY 1994 -95 annual budget to include the
installation of bus shelter lighting. The motion was
seconded by Councilman McTaggart and roll call vote
reflected the following:
AYES: Brooks, Byrd, Lyons, McTaggart, and
Mayor Kuykendall,
NOES: None,
BUSINESS SECTOR RECYCLING PROGRAM (1204 x 1301)
RECOMMENDATION
To approve the proposed Business Sector Recycling
Program and to authorize the staff to prepare proposed
amendments to the agreement for non - exclusive
commercial collection and disposal services.
Senior Administrative Analyst Dolleschel reviewed the staff
report (of record) and provided clarification as to how this
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program will assist the City in meeting its AB 939
requirements; advised that, as mandated by AB 939, the City
must divert 50 percent of its generated waste by year 2000;
and noted that the proposed program will encompass all waste
materials, not just paper.
Councilwoman Brooks, seconded by Councilwoman Lyon, moved to
approve the Business Sector Recycling Program and to
authorize staff to prepare proposed amendments to the
agreement for non - exclusive commercial collection and
disposal services. There being no objection, Mayor
Kuykendall so ordered.
JULY 4TH INDEPENDENCE DAY CELEBRATION (1201)
RECOMMENDATION
To authorize payment to Mark Conte Productions for
the production of the 1994 July 4th Independence Day
Celebration and to provide staff with direction to
either prepare an agreement with Mark Conte
Productions for the conduct of the 1995 celebration or
to notify him of the City's decision to eliminate
future celebrations.
Recreation Administrator Rosenfeld summarized the staff
report (of record).
Discussion ensued with regard to the continuation of this
City Celebration, the exploration of other alternatives, and
the possibility of scheduling this City Celebration at
another time.
Councilman Byrd, seconded by Mayor Kuykendall, moved to
prepare an agreement with Mark Conte Productions to conduct
the 1995 July 4th Independence Day Celebration, not to
exceed $6,000, and to explore other alternatives for 1996.
AYES: Brooks, Byrd, Lyon, McTaggart, and
Mayor Kuykendall.
NOES: None.
ISLAND VIEW SEMI -GATE COMMUNITY (1204 x 1408)
RECOMMENDATION
To deny the Island View Homeowners' Association request
to vacate a portion of Whitley Collins and to allow a
selective entry gate to be installed. Should the
Council wish to allow the Island View Homeowners'
Association to minimize access to the development,
Council should authorize staff to take the following
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steps: to close the entry to Whitley Collins by a
permanent barricade, such as the installation of a
curb or crash gate which would be locked at all times,
and to make revisions to the tract Conditional Use
Permit.
Director of Public Works Pulliam presented the staff report
(of record) .
Speaking on behalf of the Island View Homeowners'
Association, Mr. John Malin, 43 Santa Catalina Drive,
advised the Councilmembers that the Association is not
proposing to prohibit access to Whitley Collins; that the
Association is only proposing to close Whitley Collins to
vehicular access but not pedestrian access; and that
although a surveillance booth is being proposed at Crenshaw
Boulevard, no pedestrian and /or vehicular access will be
restricted at this particular access point. He noted that
police reports have indicated a significant rise in crime in
this neighborhood, most of which are related to vehicular
access to the neighborhood. Mr. Malin spoke in support of
staff's recommendation that the Homeowners' Association
establish a trust account and to require an appropriate
deposit before staff proceeds with any actions. He noted
that the request before the Council is in an effort to
significantly improve the security throughout this
particular neighborhood.
Discussion followed with regard to the request with
additional information provided by Mr. Malin as well as
clarification by City Attorney Lynch with regard to the
Vehicle Code, which precludes partial closure of streets.
Councilman Byrd moved, seconded by Councilwoman Lyon, to
proceed with negotiations with regard to the installation of
a selective entry gate on Whitley Collins and to ensure
agreements, including the requirement of an appropriate
deposit, are in place prior to the City making a final
decision relative to vacating a portion of Whitley Collins.
(Following a brief discussion with regard to the above -
mentioned motion, the motion was ultimately superseded.)
Councilwoman Brooks moved to allow the Island View
Homeowners' Association to initiate revisions to the
Conditional Use Permit for the development and to direct
staff to begin negotiations necessary to process the street
vacation and indemnification request for Whitley Collins.
The motion was seconded by Councilwoman Lyon and roll call
vote reflected approval of the motion as follows:
AYES: Brooks, Byrd, Lyon, and McTaggart.
NOES: Mayor Kuykendall.
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FISCAL YEAR 1994 -95 SOURCE REDUCTION AND RECYCLING
ELEMENT IMPLEMENTATION (1204 x 1301)
RECOMMENDATION
To authorize Charles Abbott Associates to implement
the City's Fiscal Year 1994 -95 Source Reduction and
Recycling Element (SRRE) Program per the proposal,
dated September 19, 1994, at a not -to- exceed amount
of $20,000 plus to authorize staff to spend up to
$5,000 in contingency for a total of $25,000.
Senior Administrative Analyst Dolleschel reviewed the staff
report (of record); provided additional clarification with
regard to the monthly $.75 AB 939 fee, which funds the SRRE
Program; and further commented on staff's recommendation.
Ms. Dolleschel briefly addressed the background and analysis
of this matter which she said led staff to recommend Charles
Abbott Associates versus soliciting additional proposal from
other consultants.
Ms. Lois Larue expressed her objection to approving this
contract or any other contract to Charles Abbott Associates.
Councilman Lyon moved to solicit additional proposals from
other consultants through an informal process. The motion
was seconded by Councilwoman Brooks. Roll call vote
reflected disapproval of the motion as follows:
AYES: Brooks and Lyon.
NOES: Byrd, McTaggart, and Mayor Kuykendall.
Councilman Byrd moved to award a contract to Charles Abbott
Associates to implement the City's Source Reduction and
Recycling Element Program per their September 19, 1994,
proposal at a not -to- exceed fee of $20,000; plus to
authorize staff to spend up to $5,000 in contingency for
extra work for a total of $25,000 and to authorize the Mayor
and City Clerk to execute and agreement with Charles Abbott
Associates. The motion was seconded by Councilman McTaggart
and roll call vote reflected approval of the motion as
follows:
AYES: Byrd, McTaggart, and Mayor Kuykendall.
NOES: Brooks and Lyon.
RECESS AND RECONVENE: At 8:45 P.M., Mayor Kuykendall
declared a recess. The meeting was reconvened at 8:57 P.M.
AUDIENCE COMMENTS FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
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Mr. Paul Scala, 6405 LeBlanc Place, expressed concern with
regard to his termination from the View Restoration
Committee and requested that a final decision be made with
regard to his existing glass enclosure, which has been there
for the past 15 years.
VARIOUS MERIT PAY PROGRAMS (1101 x 1202)
RECOMMENDATION
Should the Council wish to make changes to the
Employees' current pay program: to direct staff
to bring back an amendment to the management
employee personnel rules and competitive service
employee personnel rules incorporating the
desired changes and to authorize staff to solicit
proposals to update the public sector compensation
study completed in 1990.
Assistant City Manager Antil reviewed the staff report (of
record) and provided additional clarification.
Councilman McTaggart, seconded by Mayor Kuykendall, moved to
direct staff to bring forth a salary survey, to continue
with a private /public sector compensation study, and to
review other pay plan alternatives. Voice vote reflected
unanimous approval.
It was the consensus of the Council that a pay plan be
explored for those exceptional employees. City Manager
Bussey noted that a proposal would be presented at a later
date. There being no objection, it was so ordered by Mayor
Kuykendall,
CITY COUNCIL REPORTS
PROPOSITION NO. 186 - STATE HEALTH CARE REFORM INITIATIVE
(306 x 1101)
City Manager Bussey reviewed and expanded on the staff
report (of record) and apprised the Councilmembers of the
potential impact this Proposition could have on the City.
Ms. Lois Larue expressed her support of the Proposition.
Mr, Richard Bara, #1 Pepper Tree Drive, spoke in support of
Proposition No, 186.
After some discussion with regard to the support or
opposition of the Proposition, the following motion was
made:
Councilman McTaggart moved that the City take a position of
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opposition on Proposition No. 186 -- State Health Care
Reform Initiative. The motion was seconded by Councilwoman
Brooks. There being no objection, Mayor Kuykendall so
ordered.
PROPOSED REGIONAL ONE -STOP FILM PERMIT CENTER (202 X 1101)
Ms. Lois Larue expressed her support of the proposal.
Because the proposal would add an additional, unnecessary
level of bureaucracy, the City Council expressed its
opposition to the proposal.
Mayor Kuykendall moved that the City take a position of
opposition with regard to the concept of a regional one -stop
film permit center and noted that no part of Southern
California Association of Governments (SCAG) dues be applied
toward staffing should the proposal be approved and
implemented at County level. The motion was seconded by
Councilwoman Brooks. There being no objection, Mayor
Kuykendall so ordered.
LEGISLATIVE ACTIVITY: B -2 BOMBER PROGRAM (306 x 1101)
RECOMMENDATION
To join the Cities of El Segundo and Hawthorne in
supporting continuation of the B -2 Bomber Program.
Ms. Lois Larue expressed her opposition to this activity.
During City Council discussion, it was noted that this
program is essential in preserving the Nation's security.
Councilwoman Brooks moved that the City take a position in
support of the B -2 Bomber Program. The motion was seconded
by Mayor Kuykendall. There being no objection, Mayor
Kuykendall so ordered.
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Lynch reported that the City Council had met
in closed session and has authorized the City Attorney's
office to initiate some Code enforcement items with regard
to two cases and requested, by the November 3, 1994, City
Council meeting, additional information with regard to some
other cases.
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ADJOURNMENT
At 9:55 P.M., the meeting was formally adjourned.
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