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CC MINS 19890410 ADJM I N U T E S RANCHO PALOS VERDES CITY COUNCIL ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING APRIL 10, 1989 The regular business meeting was called to order at 7:43 p.m. by Mayor Bacharach at Ridgecrest Intermediate School, 28915 Northbay Road, notice having been given with affidavit thereto on file. Roll call was answered as follows: AYES: McTAGGART, HINCHLIFFE, HUGHES, RYAN, AND MAYOR BACHARACH WAIVER OF FULL READINGS Councilman Hughes moved, ORDINANCES AND RESOLUTIONS seconded by Councilman McTaggart and carried to waive 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 reading of the title of such ordinances or resolutions. APPROVAL OF AGENDA The Agenda was approved on motion of Councilman McTaggart, and seconded by Councilman Hughes. CONSENT CALENDAR After removal of Reallocation of Budgeted Funds and Acceptance of improvements for Tract 44239, the Consent Calendar was approved as follows on motion of Councilman Hughes, seconded by Councilman McTaggart: MINUTES CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY BY COLUMBIA CASCADE. (303) RESOLUTION No. 89 -27 REGISTER OF DEMANDS The minutes of March 7, 1989 and March 21, 1989 were approved as presented. Rejected the claim and re- quested the Risk Manager to notify the claimant. Adopted Resolution No. 89 -27. ORDINANCE NO. 242U (701) Waived further reading and adopted ordinance No. 242U OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES EXTENDING ORDINANCE NO. 231U, AS PREVIOUSLY EXTENDED BY ORDINANCE NO. 233U, AND DECLARING THE URGENCY THREEOF. CLAIM AGAINST THE CITY Rejected the claim and direc- BY CALIFORNIA WATER ted the Risk Manager to notify SERVICE CO. (383) the claimant. REJECTION OF BIDS - PALOS Rejected all bids and authori- VERDES DRIVE EAST CURVE zed staff to rebid the project REALIGNMENT (1404) with revised specifications. P.V. TRANSIT VEHICLE Approved purchase of two new REQUISITION (1505) wide -one vans and one 12 passenger van for F.V. Transit to replace existing vans at a cost of $116,723 plus provide a contingency of $3,277 for a total of $128,808. LEGISLATION (306) Supported HR 41 (Anderson), SR63 (Symms), SB129 (Beverly): Opposed SB1696 (Robbins), and HR1023 (Beilenson). RESOLUTION NO. 89- DISTRICT NO. 9 DEL (981) CERTAIN CHANGES TO VERDES IMPORVEMENT 28 Adopted Resol. No. 89 -28 - A CERRO RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RANCHO PALOS VERDES PROPOSING BE MADE IN CONNECTION WITH RANCHO PALOS DISTRICT NO. 9, DEL CERRO. The motion to approve the Consent Calendar carried on the following roll call vote. AYES: McTAGGART, HINCHLIFFE, RYAN, HUGHES AND MAYOR BACHARACH PUBLIC HEARINGS: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT Mayor Bacharach opened the NO. 141 - APPEAL (1804) hearing. There being no response to the call for public testimony, the Mayor declared the hearing closed. Councilman McTaggart moved, seconded by Councilman Hinchliffe and carried to continue this item to April 18, 1989. WATT SUBDIVISION The Mayor opened the public TRACT NO. 45667 (1411) hearing for discussion. City Manager McDuffie presented the Staff Report and noted that the EIR consultant will respond to Councilman Hughes' questions by the April 18, 1989 meeting and that additional public comment would be taken at this meeting. Acting City Attorney Brown stated that it was at Council's discretion to decide whether the applicant's appeal should be withdrawn, she recommended that the appeal not be withdrawn. -2- APRIL 10. 1989 Representing Watt Palos Verdes, Inc., was Larry Schmidt, 3330 Palos Verdes Drive West. Mr. Schmidt clarified that he never recommended discontinuance of the appeal process. AUDIENCE QUESTIONS Responding to the Mayor's call for audience questions for items not included on the agenda were: (1) Charles Johnson, 30219 Via Borica who commented on the murder of Gunther Johnson due to the condition of the sidewalks- (2) Jean Nerko, 6 Packet Road, who suggested that the City devise a mechanism for announcing future development projects to the public* (3) Roy Fulwider, 28219 Hazelridge, who requested that the City establish a tree planting program, CONTINUATION OF WATT In the discussion following the SUBDIVISION 45667 (1411) Motion, Councilman Ryan asked about the minimum number of units that can be built on the site. Director of Environmental Services Benard reviewed the various site capacity alternatives that have been submitted by the applicant, and noted that the City recommended that several lots be deleted. Mr. Benard said the Planning Commission recommended approval of 55 lots, but it was left to the.Council'.s discretion to determine the final minimum number of lots. Mr. Benard also requested whether the EIR as it is presented adequately addressed the concerns expressed by the community and whether there were any issues of environmental impact that were missed by staff. Councilman McTaggart requested that the Environmental Services Department investigate the feasibility of implementing Plan 3 as opposed to Plan 5 in Section 5 of the EIR, and investigate the amount of exported material in each alternative in Section 5. Councilman Hughes questioned whether the EIR adequately referenced the haul route as Palos Verdes Drive South, and asked what the potential financial impact would be on RDA projects. Director of Environmental Services Benard promised to respond to Councilman Hughes' questions in a subsequent meeting. Karl Vonder Linden, 5 Stowe Lane, Menlo Park, briefly addressed the geologic components of the proposal, and summarized that he has seen no major geological problems on the property. -3- APRIL 10, 1989 on behalf of the residents of the Monaco Homeowners Association, Richard Jones, 6644 Lautrec, requested an analysis of the Environmental Impact Report by Dr. Vonder Linden, and questioned whether this analysis would represent a conflict of interest. Lois Knight Larue, 3136 Barkentine Road, presented photographic evidence of earth displacement on the property and requested definitions of geologic problems from Dr. Vonder Linden. I Commenting on Ms. Larue's photographs, Dr. Vonder Linden responded that he would need more specific information before discussing the matter of earth movement on the property. In response to Mr. Schmidt's question regarding hearings on the draft EIR, Director of Environmental Services Benard reviewed the schedule for public hearings on the EIR process, Mr. Benard said that the current meeting is a continuation of gathering public testimony on the EIR. The comment period for the State has closed, responses need to be prepared for any comments on the EIR, and a final decision date is set for May 2, 1989. Mr. Schmidt reported on a meeting held with the Monaco Homeowners Association at which the following commitments were made by Watt Palos Verdes,, Inc.: (1) Watt Palos Verdes,, Inc. would take photographs of the interior and exterior of the homes, in addition to having soil engineers examine their homes in order to get a clear record of the condition of the homes. (2 Controls would be installed by Watt Palos Verdes, Inc. to determine if any horizontal or vertical earth movement had occurred along the property lines. (3) Concrete or clay tile roofing would be installed on the homes in the proposed project, (4) Watt Palos Verdes, Inc. would pay all reasonable costs for a geologist selected by the Monaco Homeowners Association to conduct research on the property. With reference to trails, Mr. Schmidt said Watt Palos Verdes, Inc. has taken the position that they will cooperate with the City in its decision on where the trails should be located. Mr.. Schmidt also submitted photographs of the types of homes that will be built and stressed that it is not Watt's intention to circumvent the EIR process. He added that a site in San Pedro has been identified for disposal of the exported soil, and presented alternatives to reducing the export material by approximately 100,000 cubic yards, which would also eliminate approximately 5,000 truck trips. Steve Kaplan, 1334 Park View Avenue, Manhattan Beach, Attorney for Watt Palos Verdes, commented on certain portions of the draft EIR, and concluded that Plan 3 in Section 5 -4- APRIL 10, 1989 would be significantly less impactive than Plan 5 and would be the most environmentally sensitive alternative. Gregory Axten, 25202 Crenshaw Boulevard, Torrance, President of American Geotechnical, emphasized that at least 50 test excavations were made by American Geotechnical on the subject site in order to reasonably define the geotechnical conditions. Edward Pearson, 4184 Maritime Road, noted his availability to answer engineering questions, if necessary. Joel King, 6919 Maycroft, emphatically declared that a decision needs to be made by the Council about whether any more construction will be done in Rancho Palos Verdes. Acting City Attorney Brown responded that all development cannot be denied, and that property owners have the right to build on their property according to approved plans set by the City. Speaking as an individual, Sunshine, 6 Limetree Lane, requested that the EIR address trails in a specific manner, and requested a definition of excessive grading as suggested in the EIR. Director of Environmental Services Benard reviewed the standards and mechanisms for placing trails, and noted that the revised Draft EIR addresses the trails more.specifically. Roy Fulwider 28219 Hazelridge, presented a recommendation to the developer on the block wall, and requested that the developer investigate ways to create driveways that would reduce the quantity of soil to be exported. Councilman Hughes presented Mr. Fulwider with an article from Discovery magazine regarding environmental controls by trees. Joseph Slap, 42 Cresta Verde Drive., addressed a technical issue which he felt was discussed inadequately by Mr. Axten of American Geotechnical, specifically the number of test bores that were drilled on the site. Mr. Slap said the test results should have included the probability of specific events occurring and the confidence level of the geologist for each event* Muriel Titzler, 3 Ginger Root Lane requested consideration for the impact of the trucks on the roadways along the haul route. There being no further responses to the Mayor's call for public testimony, she declared the hearing closed. -5- APRIL 10, 1989 RECESS AND RECONVENE The Mayor declared a recess at 9:35 p.m. The meeting reconvened at 9,-50 p.m. Councilman Hinchliffe moved, seconded by Councilman Ryan to close the public hearing on the EIR and continue hearing on the Conditional Use Permit and Grading Application on April 18, 1989. The Motion carried on the following roll call vote: AYES. McTAGGART, HUGHES, RYAN AND HINCHLIFFE NOES: MAYOR BACHARACH MARRIOTT LIFECARE FACILITY Acting City Attorney Brown (1804) clarified, C.U.P. No. 131 for Jacki McGuire's benefit, the point that the public hearing on this issue is closed, therefore, no additional public testimony would be taken, The City Manager presented the April 10th memorandum which referenced the March 21 staff recommendation to sustain the action of the Planning Commission certifying EIR #27 and approving conditional use permit #131, variance #182 and grading permit #1066 as condition. Council Ryan moved, seconded by Councilman McTaggart to grant the appeal,, Councilman Hughes reported that he had viewed the videotape of the March 21st meeting and had read the EIR and other pertinent information regarding this matter and therefore had met the requirements to be able to participate in the discussion of this matter. Council discussion then dealt with such items as the number of stories in this building and how it appeared from below Crestridge,; if there was equipment stored on the roof and if the roof was pitched; how residents would get from each of the buildings to the dining area* and, the method of dis- position of medical waste. Discussion next centered around a substitute motion and the fact that such a motion could not change the intent of the original motion. A lengthy Council discussion then ensued and covered such items as the fact that this is the last institutional site within the City to be developed; that requests for the reconsideration of the EIR are inappropriate; the social need for this type of a project; the fact that the drawings Jr presented by Marriott showed facilities that had separate -6- APRIL 10, 1989 buildings; the fact that this project would appear as a solid building; whether reducing the number of units would enhance its appearance* and, if the building should be broken up and a dining room established in every building. Additional discussions centered on the project's density and the amount of grading- the fact that reducing the number of units would increase their price- and, how a resident having the need for acute care would be able to retain their unit without paying double rent by requiring a grace period of 60 days. At the end of the 60 days if the person still required assisted living then a decision would have to be made whether to move into the assisted living facility or give up the apartment. Concern was also expressed that residency priority for this facility be given to residents of Rancho Palos Verdes and that a certain number of units be set aside as affordable. The roll call vote in support of granting the appeal was as follows* AYES. McTAGGART, RYAN NOES: HINCHLIFFEr HUGHES, AND MAYOR BACHARACH ABSTAIN: NONE Councilman Hinchliffe moved, seconded by Councilman Hughes to reconsider this matter. The motion carried on a 3-2 vote with Councilmembers Ryan and McTaggart voting in opposition. A brief discussion then followed regarding the hauling of the dirt and whether the trucks will be covered to prevent the dirt from blowing off or falling off onto the highway. Additionally, Council discussed if the developer could be required to provide funding for an additional Sheriff's traffic car to monitor this truck traffic. Further discussion clarified the fact that the income to be considered for the affordable units would be based upon a regional average* With regard to the issue of parking the suggestion was made that perhaps the parking should be simply covered and no garages allowed. Concern was expressed that no after hours on-site equipment maintenance be allowed during the construction phase* Councilman Hughes moved, seconded by Councilman Hinchliffe to approve in concept this facility with the understanding that staff will prepare a resolution of conditions and present at the next City Council meeting. The motion carried on the following role call vote: 0 AYES. HINCHLIFFEy HUGHES, AND MAYOR BACHARACH NOES* McTAGGART, AND RYAN ABSTAIN. NONE -7- APRIL 10, 1989 COASTAL PERMIT NOO 65 The Mayor declared the hearing APPEAL - REDEVELOPMENT open, the City Clerk presented AGENCY - TOE BERM GABIONS notice of publication and the (1801) City Manager presented the staff recommendations as follows: (1) Receive public testimony and close the public hearing. (2) Review the information presented and determine that sufficient evidence exists to support the findings necessary to approve the coastal permit. (3) Deny the appeal thereby upholding the Planning Commission's decision and affirming the Hearing Officer's decision to approve Coastal Permit No. 65 subject to the following conditions: (a) No work, equipment, or material shall occur or be stored or placed seaward of the mean high tide line. (b) Only rock of terrestrial origin shall be used in the gabions. (c) Quarterly monitoring and reporting by the Redevelopment Agency staff of the effectiveness and condition of the gabions shall be required for one year upon completion of the project. (d) All equipment and materials used in the project shall be removed from the shoreline after the project is completed. (e) No equipment is to enter the kelp zone. Responding to the Mayor's call for public testimony was the appellant Lois Larue, 3136 Barkentine, who presented a story- board containing pictures of the gabions and requested permission to speak about them and what she has found in the area within the past two months. Ms. Larue pointed out cracks that she felt exist along Palos Verdes Drive South and along the toe of the berm. She inquired whether the work had continued on the gabions after the Coastal Commission had told the City to stop the work. She pointed out that at one of the pipes along this area the water was coming out below the pipe and not through it. She questioned the location of the gabions and whether they should have been east of Portuguese Canyon and not to the west. Muriel Titzler, 3 Ginger Root Lane, speaking for the Horans, Griffiths, and Smiths, referred to a letter written by Mr. Griffith in support of the gabions and their effectiveness and affirmed the continuation of the project. Gayle Lovrich, 105 Spindrift, speaking on behalf of the Portuguese Bend Club Homeowners' Association, commented on the improvement in the water in the area of the gabions. She said that vegetation is reappearing and also the kelp beds are being re-established. Gar Goodson, 1709 Via Zurita, Palos Verdes Estates, one of the appellants in this matter, said he thought that the City Council was not following the Coastal Plan or the General Plan. He inquired whether work was going to proceed on the -8- APRIL 10, 1989 gabions in light of the Coastal Commission's order to stop. Mr. Goodson then read a letter dated January 10, 1989 from Judith Dolan, Management Committee, Sierra Club, Southern California Regional Conservation Committee which was part of the agenda packet. He then referred to a February 23, 1989 letter also from Ms. Dolan of the Sierra Club. Responding to Council's inquiry if the General Plan had been violated staff responded that there had been no violation and that the project was consistent with state law and was deemed to be a small public works project. There being no response to the Mayor's call for additional public testimony, she closed the public hearing. Councilman Hughes moved, seconded by Councilman McTaggart to deny the appeal in accordance with the staff recommendation. The motion carried, CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT The Mayor declared the public No* 138 - LOCATION hearing opened, the City Clerk 31270 PALOS VERDES reported that notice of the DRIVE WEST (1804) public hearing had been duly given, the City Manager Presented the April 10, 1989 staff memorandum and the recommendation that Council receive public testimony, examine the project alternatives and continue the public hearing to May 16, 1989. A brief Council discussion ensued about whether this issue should be sent back to the Planning Commission since the issue of the appropriateness of Council considering design was raised. The appellant in this matter, Walter Zell, 3011 Caddington Drive, Los Angeles, said that he originally submitted this application 18 months ago and resubmitted the design consistent with the Planning Commission's direction. Frank Chen, 6042 Ocean Terrace, said he bought the property in 1985 and intended to develop an exclusive office building. He went on to say that the project is 3500 square feet and he felt it is financially feasible. He intended to have his own personal office in the location and hoped that the Council would approve it. He said he thought the building would be an asset to the community. Suzanne K. Gulcher, 30034 Via Borica, representing St. Paul's Lutheran Church, said that the church has no objection to the plans presented by Mr. Zell,. -9- APRIL 10, 1989 More Council discussion took place as to whether this project should be sent back to the Planning Commission, the reason for the elimination of the restaurant- the reduction in the compact parking; and, the restriction on retail.. Further- more it was a concern if the City Council should meet with the Planning Commission to discuss this project and if that was an appropriate action to follow. Councilman Ryan moved, seconded by Councilman Hughes to deny without prejudice the appeal and direct staff to make an opportunity for the City Council to meet with the Planning Commission to discuss the parameters of this project. The motion carried on a 3-2 vote with Councilmembers McTaggart and Hinchliffe voting in opposition. LOAN TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY (1801) x (602) The City Manager presented the April 10 staff memorandum from the Finance Director which contained the following recommendations: (1) Authorize the City to loan the Redevelopment Agency $6,000 per the request of January 17, 1989. (2) Approve a correction to the.minutes of January 17, 1989 indicating that the Mayor's motion to approve a $6,000 loan with a mid-year budget review on the next RDA agenda which was seconded by Councilman Hughes failed on the following vote,, AYES. HUGHES, BACHARACH NOES: McTAGGART ABSENT. RYAN ABSTAIN. HINCHLIFFE In response to Council's inquiry about this issue failing on the indicated vote the City Attorney responded that it required a majority vote of the Council for money expenditures. Council further inquired if the Agency was now collecting money, when the money would be received* and the status of the money coming from the County* Mayor Bacharach moved, seconded by Councilman Hughes to approve the staff recommendation and correct the minutes. The motion carried on the following roll call vote* 0 AYES, McTAGGART, NOES: NONE 4D ABSTAIN. HINCHLIFFE, HUGHES, AND BACHARACH AND RYAN REQUEST TO INITIATE The City Manager presented the ZONE CHANGE - PORTUGUESE staff report of April 10 and BEND CLUB (1801) the recommendation to approve the initiation of a zone change request from Transamerica Development Corporation. -10_ APRIL 10, 1989 In response to Council's inquiry about the length of time it has taken to process this request, staff explained the timeline on the extensive geotechnical investigation of the property involved. Councilman McTaggart moved, seconded by Councilman Hughes to approve the initiation request. The motion carried. LONG RANGE TRANSIT PLAN The City Manager presented the (1505) staff memorandum of April 10 and the recommendation that the Council review and comment on the preliminary content of the proposed draft Long Range Transit Plan for the city. Council requested a timeline for the development of this plan in light of the May 11 community forum regarding transit. Council requested that this item be placed on the May 2 agenda. CITY COUNCIL REPORTS: Outside Stairs - Councilman McTaggart requested that staff investigate a report he had received regarding outside stairs at a home in his neighborhood. It was the consensus that the staff report back on this item at the May 2 meeting. RECESS At 1:05 the Mayor declared a recess. At 1.-17 a.m. the meeting reconvened. 1987 NATIONAL LEAGUE OF Referring to the March 29 CITIES CONFERENCE EXPENSE memorandum from the Finance REPORT (1202) Director, Councilman Hinchliffe inquired about certain charges listed under Councilman Ryan's expenses for that Conference. He suggested that staff do a similar kind of comparison on other expense statements to determine any inaccuracies. A lengthy discussion then ensued regarding the use of the City credit card, the procedure for presentation and recordation of receipts and whether per them or cash advance should be issued. Councilman Hinchliffe moved, seconded by Mayor Bacharach to eliminate the per them and allow cash advance and receipts required. Additional discussion followed during which it was questioned whether this was an appropriate action.. The motion carried unanimously. Councilman Hinchliffe moved, seconded by Mayor Bacharach that the City's credit card not be taken on out-of-town travel and be used for hotel and travel expenses only. The motion carried on a 3-2 vote with Councilman McTaggart and Hughes voting in opposition. -11- APRIL 10, 1989 Councilman Ryan moved, seconded by Councilman McTaggart to reconsider the previous motion. That motion carried on a 3-2 vote with Councilwoman Bacharach and Councilman Hinchliffe voting in opposition. Further discussion then ensued during which the suggestion was made that perhaps a billing system could be devised whereby the bills come directly to the City. ETHICS (1202) agenda packets, Councilman this proposed Ethics policy died f or lack of a second. Referring to the Ethics Guideline presented in the Ryan moved that the Council adopt for City employees. The motion Charles Abbott of Charles Abbott Associates presented a prepared statement to the Council (such statement is on file with the City Clerk's Office) which rebutted some of the statements in Councilman Ryan's statement on ethics. GOLF COURSE CONSULTANT Mayor Bacharach summarized the (1201 X--1801) action taken at the Council's retreat in October, 1988 wherein it was decided to hire a golf course consultant. Discussion then followed on whether that discussion was to hire a Golf Course Consultant or the steps that would be taken prior to hiring the consultant. LETTER FROM DAPHNE CLARKE Councilman Hinchliffe presented a letter from Daphne Clarke, 10 Peppertree Drive, regarding her conversation with the City Clerk of Cerritos regarding a provision for limitation of terms of office. Ms. Clarke questioned the appropriateness of that City Clerk calling the Rancho Palos Verdes City Clerk about their conversation. (Ms. Clarke's letter is on file with the City Clerk's office.) LETTER FROM ENVIRONMENTAL Councilman Hinchliffe referred SERVICES DIRECTOR BOB to a letter received from the BENARD Director of Environmental Services wherein the Director complained about Councilman Ryan's remarks to the press about him. Since this item had been added to the agenda the City Attorney reminded the Council that because of Brown Act Restrictions, no action could be taken on it at this time. STATUS OF COUNCIL DIRECTIVES Council requested an update on the Sanitation District site; also, that the item regarding the Parks Master Plan be amended to include a three year financial plan for Parks and Recreation funds. -12- APRIL 10, 1989 ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR REQUEST TO REALLOCATE The City Manager presented the BUDGETED FUNDS (602)x(1201) March 18 memorandum from the Director of Recreation and Parks and the recommendation that Council approve the reallocation of $13,000 designated in the fiscal year 1988- '89 Budget for repairs of the Interactive Video System at Point Vicente Interpretive Center to the purchase of four additional computers and printers for the department. Speaking in opposition to this was Lois Larue, 3136 Barkentine, who questioned why the electrical standard at Point Vicente Interpretive Center had not been repaired. Staff responded that indeed it had been repaired twice, but has been vandalized again. Councilman McTaggart moved, seconded by Councilman Hinchliffe to approve the staff recommendation. The motion carried on the following roll call vote: AYES: McTAGGART, HINCHLIFFE, HUGHES, RYAN AND MAYOR BACHARACH9 TRACK 44239 (Villa Capri) The City Manager presented the ACCEPTANCE OF TRACTS staff report of April 10 and IMPROVEMENT (1411) the following recommendations: 1. Accept the onsite and offsite street improvements including.* sanitary sewers, landscaping, storm drain, final grading and monumentation as complete and release the faithful performance bonds for these items. Except as noted in item #2 below. 2. Maintain a $20,000 security from the developer to cover cost of improvements to the access ramp to Golden Cove Shopping Center behind the grocery store. If improvements are not made within three years, the security will be released to the developer. 3. Maintain the faithful performance and labor and materials bonds for the water system until February 15, 1990 at which time California Water Service will no longer require a guarantee of workmanship. 4. Maintain the faithful performance and labor and materials bonds for the recreational facilities until they are in- spected and found to be acceptable to the Director of En- vironmental Services. 5. Direct the City Clerk to notify the surety and the developer. Lois Larue, 3136 Barkentine Road inquired about the improvements to the drainage ditch at the west end of the Point Vicente site going from Palos Verdes Drive West to the bluff, -13- APRIL 10, 1989 Responding to Council's inquiry drainage, staff reported that as Villa Capri, this drainage ditch the additional runoff from that about the improvement of the a condition of approval for had to be improved to handle project. Councilman Hinchliffe moved, seconded by Councilman Hughes and carried to approve the staff recommendations. RECESS TO CLOSE SESSION At 2:50 a.m. the meeting AND RECONVENE recessed to closed session to discuss pending litigation. At 3:30 the meeting reconvened with no action taken and immediately adjourned at 6.-00 p.m. April 17 for a budget work session to be held at the City offices upon motion of Councilman Hughes. MAYOR MIN100 -14- April 10, 1989