CITY OF SANTA MONICACITY COUNCIL MINUTES
JULY 28, 1998
A regular adjourned meeting of the Santa Monica City Council was called to order by Mayor
Holbrook at 6:25 p.m., on Tuesday, July 28, 1998, in the Council Chambers.
Roll Call: Present: Mayor Robert T. Holbrook
Mayor Pro Tem Pam O'Connor
Councilmember Michael Feinstein
Councilmember Ken Genser
Councilmember Asha Greenberg
Councilmember Paul Rosenstein
Absent: Councilmember Ruth Ebner
Also Present: City Manager John Jalili
City Attorney Marsha Jones Moutrie
City Clerk Maria M. Stewart
CLOSED SESSIONS: At 6:25 p.m., Council convened, with Councilmember Ebner absent, and
recessed to consider the following closed sessions:
16-A: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: Santa Monica Housing Council,
et al., v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. SS005191.
ACTION: No reportable action taken.
16-B: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: Santa Monica Housing Council v.
City of Santa Monica, Case No. BC184061.
ACTION: No reportable action taken.
16-C: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: Ring Trading Corporation v. City
of Santa Monica, LASC Case No. BC 172044.
ACTION: No reportable action taken.
16-D: Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation:
Number of cases: One
ACTION: No reportable action taken.
RECONVENE - PLEDGE On order of the Mayor, the City Council reconvened at 7:15 p.m.,
with all Councilmembers present, except Councilmember Ebner. Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor led
the assemblage in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.
SPECIAL AGENDA ITEMS:
4-A: NATIONAL NIGHT OUT: Mayor Holbrook presented a proclamation declaring Tuesday,
August 4, 1998, as National Night Out in the City of Santa Monica.
4-B: COMMENDATIONS: Mayor Holbrook presented commendations to Syndesis, Saint
John's Health Center, Gillette, and Co-Opportunity for their commitment to the principles of
sustainability and dedication to the environment, to the success of the local economy, and to the
residents of Santa Monica.
CONTINUED ITEMS:
5-A: COUNCIL SALARY AND BENEFITS: Presented was the staff report conveying
information on Council salary and benefits and a Resolution containing various options for a
proposed amendment to Charter Section 602 of the Santa Monica City Charter.
Staff Report
Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to hear speakers on
this item. The motion was approved by voice vote, Councilmembers Greenberg and Rosenstein
opposed, Councilmember Ebner absent.
Member of the public Jerry Rubin spoke in support of salary and benefits for Council. Member of
the public Dan Ehrler advised the Chamber of Commerce recommended compensation of up to
$500 for councilmembers and $1,000 for the mayor.
Motion by Councilmember Feinstein to approve a proposed salary in the amount of $1,000 for
councilmembers and $1,500 for the mayor, including health benefits similar to those given to City
employees and an annual adjustment based on the Consumer Price Index. Councilmember Genser
seconded the motion with the understanding that Compensation Version 1, Compensation
Increase Version 2, and Health, Retirement etc. Benefits - Version 1 will be included.
Motion by Councilmember Feinstein to amend his motion to split salary and benefits on the ballot.
Discussion ensued as to the cost and applicability, and as to existing benefits in comparable cities.
There was debate as to the appropriate amount to place on the ballot.
Substitute motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, to
approve a proposed salary in the amount of $750 per month for council members and $900 per
month for the mayor, including Compensation Version 1, Compensation Increase Version 2, and
Health, Retirement Etc. Benefits Version 1. The motion failed by the following vote:
Ayes: None
Noes: Councilmembers Rosenstein, Greenberg, Genser, Feinstein, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, Mayor Holbrook
Absent: Councilmember Ebner
Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, to approve a salary
in the amount of $750 per month for council members and $900 per month for the mayor,
including Compensation Version 1, Compensation Increase Version 2, and Health, etc. Benefits
Version 1, eliminating the PERS contribution. The motion failed by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmember Genser, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, Mayor Holbrook
Noes: Councilmembers Rosenstein, Greenberg, Feinstein
Absent: Councilmember Ebner
Councilmember Feinstein requested that his vote on the above item be changed from "no" to
"aye" for the following final vote approving the motion:
Ayes: Councilmembers Genser, Feinstein, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, Mayor Holbrook
Noes: Councilmembers Rosenstein, Greenberg
Absent: Councilmember Ebner
On order of the Mayor, this item was trailed to the end of the meeting, at which time staff will
present final language for the ordinance.
CONSENT CALENDAR: On order of the Mayor, the public hearing for the consent calendar
was opened.
Members of the public Joey Fullmer and Brian Hutchings addressed items on the Consent
Calendar.
At the request of Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, Item Nos. 6-E and 6-F were removed from the
Consent Calendar.
Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to approve the
Consent Calendar, with the exception of Item Nos. 6-E and 6-F, reading resolutions and
ordinances by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Rosenstein, Greenberg, Genser, Feinstein, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Ebner
6-A: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes of the June 23, 1998, City Council meeting were approved.
6-B: EARTHQUAKE RECOVERY RESOLUTION (JANUARY 1994 EARTHQUAKE
DAMAGE): Resolution No. 9299(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA DECLARING THE EXISTENCE OF A CONTINUING
LOCAL EMERGENCY," was adopted.
Staff Report
6-C: APPLICATION FOR SHORT RANGE TRANSIT PLAN FUNDS AND
RESOLUTION TO ENTER INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH L.A. COUNTY
METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY (LA-MTA) FOR PURCHASE
OF EXPANSION ELECTRIC SHUTTLE VEHICLE FOR THE TIDE SERVICE: The City
Manager was authorized to file the Short Range Transit Plan Update for FY 1998-99; Resolution
No. 9300(CCS) was adopted; federally mandated compliance documents for Equal Employment
Opportunity, Disadvantaged Business Enterprise, and Drug and Alcohol Abuse programs for the
Municipal Bus Lines were approved; and Contract No. 7301(CCS) was approved thereby
entering into agreements for funds made available by the Los Angeles County MTA.
Staff Report
6-D: CONTRACT FOR DESIGN OF REPAIRS FOR PARKS FACILITIES
MAINTENANCE PROGRAM: Contract No. 7302(CCS) was approved with Pamela Burton &
Company, for an amount not to exceed $150,000, for the design of repairs to the Parks Facilities
Maintenance Program, Years 2 and 3.
Staff Report
6-G: CONTRACT FOR PARKING CITATION PROCESSING AND ADJUDICATION
SERVICES: Contract No. 7306(CCS) was approved with Turbo Data Systems, Inc., to provide
parking citation processing and adjudication services.
Staff Report
6-H: RECOMMENDATION TO CANCEL AUGUST 25, 1998, CITY COUNCIL
MEETING: The recommendation to cancel the August 25, 1998, City Council meeting was
approved.
Staff Report
At the request of Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor and on order of the Mayor, Item Nos. 6-E and 6-F
to be heard concurrently.
6-E: CONTRACT FOR PREPARATION OF DESIGN DEVELOPMENT AND
CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS FOR FIRE STATION NO. 2, LOCATED AT 222
HOLLISTER AVENUE:
Staff Report
6-F: AGREEMENT FOR DESIGN AND INSTALLATION OF PHOTOVOLTAIC
CARPORT FOR THE CIVIC AUDITORIUM PARKING LOT AND PHOTOVOLTAIC
(SOLAR ELECTRICITY) SYSTEM FOR THE SANTA MONICA PLACE PARKING
STRUCTURE:
Staff Report
Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor advised that she removed Item Nos. 6-E and 6-F to ask when these
projects would be brought to Council for input. Staff responded to Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor's
questions.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to approve Item
Nos. 6-E and 6-F.
Substitute motion by Councilmember Genser to continue Item No. 6-E and approve 6-F.
After some discussion, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor withdrew her motion.
Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, to continue Item No.
6-E to August 11, 1998, and approve Item No. 6-F, thereby approving Contract No. 7304(CCS)
with Edison Technology solutions, in an amount not to exceed $44,400, for design and
construction of a photovoltaic carport to be located in the Civic Auditorium parking lot; and
approve Contract No. 7305(CCS) with BP Solar, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $45,350, for
design and construction of a photovoltaic system to be located in the Santa Monica Place parking
structure; and, approve budget changes as outlined in the staff report. The motion was approved
by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Rosenstein, Greenberg, Genser, Feinstein, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Ebner
END OF CONSENT CALENDAR
ORDINANCES:
8-A: ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE FOR THE INCURRING OF BONDED DEBT FOR
CONSTRUCTION ENHANCEMENT AND REMODELING OF THE SANTA MONICA
LIBRARY FACILITIES; RESOLUTIONS FOR THE NOVEMBER 3, 1998, SPECIAL
ELECTION FOR A BALLOT MEASURE TO INCUR BONDED INDEBTEDNESS FOR
THE CONSTRUCTION AND REMODELING OF THE LIBRARY BUILDING AND
RELATED FACILITIES AND DECLARING INTENTION TO REIMBURSE
EXPENDITURES: Presented was the staff report recommending adoption of the ordinance;
adoption of resolutions calling for and giving notice of the holding of a special municipal election
on Tuesday, November 3, 1998; and, adoption of a resolution declaring the City's intention to
reimburse expenditures from the proceeds of obligations to be issued by the City and approving
certain related actions.
Staff Report
On order of the Mayor, the public hearing was opened.
Member of the public Joey Fullmer expressed her concerns. Member of the public Sherrill
Kushner made a recommendation with regard to the wording of the ballot measure. There being
no further speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to adopt the
ordinance, modifying the language as follows: "To construct, improve, and remodel the main and
branch libraries, and related facilities, shall the City of Santa Monica incur general obligation
bonded indebtedness in the principal amount of not to exceed $25 million." The motion was
approved by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Rosenstein, Greenberg, Genser, Feinstein, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Ebner
By virtue of the above action, Ordinance No. 1919(CCS) was approved and adopted, as
amended, reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to adopt
Resolution No. 9301(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA
CALLING FOR AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL
ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 1998;" adopt Resolution No.
9302(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA REQUESTING
THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO
CONSOLIDATE A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA
TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 3, 1998;" and adopt Resolution No. 9303(CCS) entitled: "A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA DECLARING THE CITY'S
INTENTION TO REIMBURSE EXPENDITURES FROM THE PROCEEDS OF
OBLIGATIONS TO BE ISSUED BY THE CITY AND APPROVING CERTAIN RELATED
ACTIONS," reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved
by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Rosenstein, Greenberg, Genser, Feinstein, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Ebner
8-B: INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE ALLOWING THE CITY COUNCIL, BY
RESOLUTION, TO PROHIBIT OR LIMIT THE USE OF BICYCLES ON THE THIRD
STREET PROMENADE WHEN NECESSARY FOR PUBLIC SAFETY AND
RESOLUTION PROHIBITING USE OF BICYCLES, ROLLER SKATES, SKATE-BOARDS AND SIMILAR DEVICES WITH WHEELS ON THE THIRD STREET
PROMENADE: Presented for introduction and first reading was an ordinance amending Section
3.12.590 of the Municipal Code.
Staff Report
RECESS On order of the Mayor, the City Council recessed at 8:43 p.m., and reconvened at
9:04 p.m., with all members present, except Councilmember Ebner.
Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to hear member of the
public Eddie Greenberg, who is a member of the City staff and who works at the Third Street
Promenade, out of order. The motion was approved by voice vote, Councilmember Rosenstein
opposed, Councilmember Ebner absent.
Member of the public Eddie Greenberg shared his observations and spoke in support of
prohibiting skateboards from the Promenade but not rollerblades.
Members of the public Rosemary Regalbuto, Millie Rosenstein, Maggie Hall, Eily Gorman, Kay
Miller, Sherry Kellogg, Herb Katz, Kathleen Rawson, Philippe Halleux, Gloria Zwerling, Clark
Hinkle, and Dan Ehrler spoke in support of prohibiting bicycles, roller skates, skateboards, and
similar devices on the Promenade.
Members of the public Jerry Rubin, Liz Davies, Jim Muttel, Ned Landin, Michael Rochmes,
Vadim Pogresitsky, Debbie Merrill, Cordula Ohman, Roman Bruno, Chris Morris, Richard
Chacker, Tessa Vann, and Linda Piera-Avila spoke in opposition to prohibiting rollerblades on the
Promenade.
Members of the public Joey Fuller and Brian Hutchings expressed their concerns. Members of the
public Kevin McNulty and Bret Parr spoke in opposition to the proposed ordinance and
resolution.
Members of the public Matthew Nitti, Thomas Nitti, Alexis Nitti, and Ken Ward spoke in
opposition to prohibiting bicycles from using the Promenade.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to hear late speakers
for one minute each. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, Councilmember
Ebner absent.
Member of the public David Bolog spoke in support of education rather than the prohibition of
activities. Member of the public Beth Leder-Pack spoke in opposition to the proposed ordinance
and resolution. Member of the public Donna Lee Macias urged Council to keep prevention and
harmony in mind when considering this issue.
There being no further speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to prohibit
skateboards on the Promenade at all times, prohibit bicycle riding from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 a.m.,
allow in-line skates for a period of six months, during which time a program will be implemented
promoting education and voluntary enforcement for in-line skaters, and return back at that time or
sooner to take further action.
Substitute motion by Councilmember Greenberg, seconded by Councilmember Rosenstein, to
adopt the staff recommendation.
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to continue the
meeting past 11:00 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, Councilmember
Ebner absent.
Motion to amend substitute motion by Councilmember Genser, accepted as friendly, to ask staff
to explore options relating to a citywide volunteer enforcement program and return with a report,
or merely implement, if possible. The substitute motion, as amended, was approved by the
following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Genser, Greenberg, Rosenstein, Mayor Holbrook
Noes: Councilmember Feinstein, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor
Absent: Councilmember Ebner
Councilmember Feinstein requested that the record reflect that he voted "no" on this item because
he feels that Council drew inappropriate conclusions based on the evidence; abdicated its role to
govern for the entire City and shamed itself in the process; and, he will work to ensure that future
City Councils overturn this unjust ordinance.
Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor requested that the record reflect that although she supports portions of
the motion, she voted "no" because she has reservations about prohibiting in-line skating.
By virtue of the above action, the ordinance was introduced for first reading by title only, and
Resolution No. 9304(CCS) was adopted as presented, waiving further reading thereof.
Councilmember Feinstein excused at 11:35 p.m.
8-C: INTRODUCTION OF ORDINANCE AMENDING THE AFFORDABLE HOUSING
PRODUCTION PROGRAM REGARDING THE DEFINITION OF VACANT PARCEL
AND APPLICABILITY OF AFFORDABLE HOUSING UNIT BASE FEE: Presented was
the staff report recommending introduction and first reading of an ordinance amending Sections
9.56.020 and 9.56.070 of the Affordable Housing Production Program regarding the definition of
vacant parcel and the applicability of the affordable housing unit base fee to project applicants.
Staff Report
On order of the Mayor, the public hearing was opened. There being no one wishing to speak, the
public hearing was closed.
Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Councilmember Greenberg, to introduce the
ordinance reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by
the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Rosenstein, Greenberg, Genser, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmembers Ebner, Feinstein
PUBLIC HEARINGS:
Councilmember Feinstein returned at 11:38 p.m.
10-A: PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPTION OF RESOLUTION APPROVING
INSTALLMENT PURCHASE FINANCING (CERTIFICATES OF PARTICIPATION)
TO BENEFIT THE CROSSROADS SCHOOL FOR ARTS AND SCIENCES: Presented
was the staff report recommending adoption of a resolution for financing to be undertaken by the
California Statewide Communities Development Authority to benefit the Crossroads School for
Arts and Sciences.
Staff Report
On order of the Mayor, the public hearing was opened. Member of the public Brian Hutchings
expressed his concerns. There being no further speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing.
Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, to adopt Resolution
No. 9293(CCS) reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was
approved by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Feinstein, Genser, Greenberg, Rosenstein, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, Mayor Holbrook
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmember Ebner
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:
Councilmember Greenberg was excused at 11:50 p.m.
13-A: TRAFFIC TICKET FINES: Presented was the request of Omyrrha Rogers to address
Council regarding traffic tickets, suggesting that fees be based on the model and year of car, and
that there be a payment plan for individuals making less than $10,000.
The information was received and filed.
13-B: SANTA MONICA COMMUNITY CORPORATION AND ADA VIOLATIONS: The
video for presentation by Pro Se was received and filed.
Councilmember Rosenstein excused at 12:30 a.m.
13-C: SCALE OF NEW HOMES IN NORTH OF MONTANA NEIGHBORHOOD:
Presented was the request of Doris Sosin, North of Montana Neighborhood Association, to
address Council regarding the scale of new homes on a lot size and requesting an interim
ordinance relating to the development standards for R-1.
Members of the public Jill Stein, Abby Brown, Douglas Brown, Gary Tarpy, Jerry Schwartz, J.
Charles, Paul Beyer, Marcia Illing, Eric Parlee, Joseph Peters, Alisa Freundlich, Belle Ashodin,
and Aimee Goldberg spoke in opposition to the proposed new standards.
Members of the public Jim Zukor, Kevin McKeown, Henry Jex, Mary Jo Stenger, Dee Shutt, and
Doug Rawson spoke in support of the proposed new standards. Member of the public Brian
Hutchings expressed his concerns.
Motion by Mayor Holbrook, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, to direct staff to return as
soon as possible with an interim ordinance addressing issues discussed this evening relating to the
development standards for R-1.
Motion by Councilmember Genser, accepted as friendly, to amend the motion to be a bit more
definitive and use the issue of lot coverage as the starting point, but explain the departure points
should staff decide to so depart; effective date to be retroactive to this evening.
Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, accepted as friendly, to amend the motion to analyze the
issues of height and the mezzanine.
The motion, as amended to prepare an interim ordinance establishing revised development
standards for single family homes north of Montana, considering changes to lot coverage, building
height, setbacks, mezzanines and placement of accessory buildings on corner lots. In addition,
that the interim standards apply to any single family home north of Montana that has not
submitted a plan check as of July 29, 1998, and staff to return with both an emergency interim
ordinance and a standard interim ordinance for consideration, was unanimously approved by voice
vote, with Councilmembers Ebner, Greenberg, and Rosenstein absent.
14-A: REGULATION OF GUNS AND AMMUNITION: The request of Mayor Pro Tem
O'Connor to direct staff to compare the Los Angeles comprehensive Ordinance to regulate guns
and ammunition with Santa Monica ordinances with the aim of Council adoption of additional
measures that may contribute toward a consistent regional firearms control policy was continued
to August 11, 1998.
5-A: COUNCIL SALARY AND BENEFITS (Resumed): Staff Report
Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to adopt Resolution
No. 9297(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SANTA MONICA CALLING FOR AND GIVING NOTICE OF THE HOLDING OF A
SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 3, 1998,
RELATED TO AMENDING CITY CHARTER SECTION 602," amending the title of the ballot
measure in Section 2 to read as follows: "Shall Section 602 of the Santa Monica City Charter be
amended to provide for Councilmember compensation in the amount of $750 each month, provide
the Mayor compensation in the amount of $900 each month; provide for yearly cost of living
increases; and, to provide for medical and other benefits as the City customarily provides for City
employees?";
"Amending Section 602 of the City Charter of the City of Santa Monica to read as follows: "602.
Compensation. The members of the City Council shall receive no compensation for their
services, except as provided for below:
(a) The members of the City Council shall receive compensation in the amount of $750.00 each
month. The Mayor shall receive $900.00 per month;
(b) Notwithstanding the amount provided for in paragraph (a) of this section, the compensation
received by the members of the City Council shall be automatically increased effective July 1 of
each year, in an amount equal to the increase in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the twelve
month period immediately preceding July 1. As used in this section, the CPI shall be the index for
All Urban Consumers for the Los Angeles, Long Beach, Anaheim Metropolitan Area (All items),
provided by the United States Bureau of Labor Statistics or other comparable index as may be
developed to take its place;
(c) The members of the City Council shall receive medical, dental, health, and other benefits of
employment paid for by the City, provided these benefits are routinely and customarily available
and paid for by the City to City miscellaneous employees. The members of the City Council shall
receive reimbursement and allowance for travel and for other expenses related to their fulfilling
their official duties and the holding of public office upon the same terms and conditions applicable
to City departmental directors;" and
Adopt Resolution No. 9296(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF
THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA REQUESTING THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS OF THE
COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES TO CONSOLIDATE A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION
OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 3, 1998," as amended
reading the resolution by title only and waiving further reading thereof.
Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, accepted as friendly, to amend the motion to include in the
language that the annual cost of living increase is equal to the increase in the Consumer Price
Index. The motion, as amended, was approved by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmembers Genser, Feinstein, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, Mayor Holbrook
Noes: None
Absent: Councilmembers Ebner, Rosenstein, Greenberg
Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to authorize all
members of the Council to be signatories of the ballot measure relating to Council member
salaries, and if they so desire they may sign the argument. The motion was unanimously approved
by voice vote, Councilmembers Ebner, Rosenstein, and Greenberg absent.
8-A: ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE FOR THE INCURRING OF BONDED DEBT FOR
CONSTRUCTION ENHANCEMENT AND REMODELING OF THE SANTA MONICA
LIBRARY FACILITIES; RESOLUTIONS FOR THE NOVEMBER 3, 1998, SPECIAL
ELECTION (Resumed): Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Councilmember
Feinstein, to not designate any Councilmember as a signatory to the ballot argument.
Staff Report
Substitute motion by Mayor Holbrook, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, to authorize all
members of the Council to be signatories of the ballot measure relating to library improvements,
and if they so desire they may sign the argument. The motion was unanimously approved by
voice vote, Councilmembers Ebner, Rosenstein, and Greenberg absent.
15: PUBLIC INPUT: Member of the public Brian Hutchings expressed his concern on various
issues. Member of the public Frank Cannava discussed problems he has had with the Santa
Monica Police Department.
ADJOURNMENT On order of the Mayor, the City Council meeting was adjourned at 1:40
a.m., to August 11, 1998, at 7:00 p.m.
ATTEST:
Maria M. Stewart
City Clerk
APPROVED:
Robert T. Holbrook
Mayor