City Council Meeting: 09/08/98

CITY OF SANTA MONICA
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES

SEPTEMBER 8, 1998

A regular meeting of the Santa Monica City Council was called to order by Mayor Holbrook at 6:24 p.m., on Tuesday, September 8, 1998, in the Council Chambers.

Roll Call:

Present:
Mayor Robert T. Holbrook
Mayor Pro Tem Pam O'Connor
Councilmember Ruth Ebner
Councilmember Michael Feinstein
Councilmember Ken Genser
Councilmember Asha Greenberg
Councilmember Paul Rosenstein

Also Present:
City Manager John Jalili
City Attorney Marsha Jones Moutrie
City Clerk Maria M. Stewart

CLOSED SESSIONS: At 6:24 p.m., Council adjourned to Closed Session to consider the following:

16-A: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: Wil-fourth Partnership v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. BS 045 458.

ACTION: See action taken for 16-B.

16-B: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: Charmont Partners, Ltd., v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. SS 007 397.

Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, to approve settlement in the cases of Wil-fourth Partnership v. City of Santa Monica and Charmont Partners, Ltd., v. City of Santa Monica, with the following terms:

1. The City will construct an additional level of parking consisting of 126 spaces at the 4th Street lot. Approximately 35% of the new spaces will be available for daytime permits; 50% of all spaces in the structure will be available for evening permits, initial hours anticipated to be 6:00 p.m. to 8:00 a.m. The exact number of permits and hours will be subject to change, depending on parking demand and programs;

2. Wil-fourth and Charmont will assist the City and housing developer in seeking additional short term mitigation parking spaces;

3. The City will prepare an EIR for the housing project and parking lot;

4. The parties will work cooperatively to stay the appeal of the case during the processing of environmental and planning approval;

5. If the environmental documentation and other discretionary permits are approved by the City and not challenged by any third parties, the appeals will be dismissed with prejudice, the plaintiffs will release the City and Menorah and Menorah will build the housing structure and the City will build the parking structure;

6. Competitive bidding for the developer and contractor of Republic Parking Structure will be waived, pursuant to Municipal Code Section 2.24.07(d)(1) and (3);

7. An additional level of parking will be funded with Redevelopment funds, subject to resolution and appropriation by the Redevelopment Agency in September 1998.

Motion by Councilmember Rosenstein, accepted as friendly, to ask staff to expedite the approval process if possible. The motion, as amended, was approved by the following vote:

Ayes: Councilmembers Feinstein, Genser, Greenberg, Rosenstein, Ebner, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, Mayor Holbrook

Noes: None

Absent: None

16-C: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: Ring Trading Corp. v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. BC 172044 (consolidated with Mountain View Mobile Inn Residents Association, Inc., v. City of Santa Monica, et al., Case No. SC 052672).

ACTION: Not heard.

16-D: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: City of Santa Monica v. Andrew Mark Lessman, et al., Case No. BC 191657.

ACTION: Not heard.

16-E: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: Marri Bialer v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. SC 041334.

ACTION: Not heard.

16-F: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: Bret Carr v. Santa Monica Police Department, City of Santa Monica, et al., Case No. 97-8765 HLH (Ex).

ACTION: Not heard.

16-G: Conference with Labor Negotiator:

City Negotiator: Karen Bancroft, Personnel Director

Bargaining Units: Administrative Team Associates (ATA) Executive Pay Plan (EPP); Public Attorneys Legal Support Staff Union (PALSSU); Management Team Associates (MTA); Municipal Employees Association (MEA); Public Attorneys Union (PAU);

Santa Monica Firefighters Local 1109 (SMFFA); Supervisors Team Associates

(STA) ; United Transportation Union (UTU);

ACTION: No reportable action taken.

RECONVENE/PLEDGE Council reconvened at 7:18 p.m., with all Councilmembers present. Councilmember Rosenstein led the assemblage in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.

RECESS At 7:19 p.m., the City Council recessed to hold a special meeting as the Redevelopment Agency. At 7:24 p.m., the special meeting of the Redevelopment Agency was adjourned and the regular City Council meeting was reconvened.

CONTINUED ITEMS:

5-A: REMOVAL OF COMMISSIONER FROM SOCIAL SERVICES COMMISSION: Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Councilmember Rosenstein, to hear two speakers. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote. Staff Report

Member of the public Jerry Rubin spoke in support of the staff recommendation and encouraged that a homeless or formerly homeless person be appointed to the commission. Member of the public David Busch spoke in opposition to the staff recommendation.

Motion by Councilmember Rosenstein, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to remove Commissioner Waggoner from the Social Services Commission because of her lack of attendance at regular monthly meetings, post the vacancy, and consider appointing a person who has experience with homeless issues. The motion was approved by the following vote:

Ayes: Councilmembers Ebner, Rosenstein, Greenberg, Feinstein, Mayor Holbrook

Abstain: Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor

Noes: Councilmember Genser

Absent: None

5-B: APPOINTMENT TO LOS ANGELES COUNTY WEST VECTOR CONTROL VACANCY: Motion by Councilmember Genser, duly seconded, to continue this appointment to January 1999. The motion was unanimously approved.

5-C: APPOINTMENT TO UNSCHEDULED VACANCY ON THE RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION FOR A TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 1999: Mayor Holbrook opened the floor to nominations.

Councilmember Feinstein nominated Manuel de Losada. There being no other nominations, nominations were closed. On a call for the vote, Manuel de Losada was unanimously appointed to the Recreation and Parks Commission for a term ending June 30, 1999. (Subsequent to this appointment, it was determined that Mr. de Losada did not qualify for membership on the Commission.)

5-D: ANNUAL APPOINTMENTS TO THE ARTS COMMISSION (2) FOR TERMS ENDING JUNE 30, 2002:

Member of the public Annette Simons urged appointment of the individuals recommended by the committee appointed by the Arts Commission.

Mayor Holbrook opened the floor to nominations.

Councilmember Genser nominated Jorge Pardo for reappointment. On a call for a vote, Jorge Pardo was unanimously reappointed to the Arts Commission for a term ending June 30, 2002. Councilmember Ebner nominated Laddy John Dill for appointment. Councilmember Genser nominated Helen Garber. Councilmember Rosenstein nominated Zina Josephs.

There being no other nominations, nominations were closed. On a call for the vote, Zina Josephs was appointed to the Arts Commission for a term ending June 30, 2002.

Councilmember Ebner requested that the record reflect that she finds it interesting that the Council thanked the Commission for its input and yet chose to ignore its recommendation.

5-E: APPOINTMENT TO UNSCHEDULED VACANCY ON THE ARTS COMMISSION FOR A TERM ENDING JUNE 30, 1999: Mayor Holbrook opened the floor to nominations.

Mayor Holbrook nominated Laddy John Dill. Councilmember Rosenstein nominated Helen Garber. There being no other nominations, nominations were closed. On a call for the vote, Helen Garber was appointed to the Arts Commission for a term ending June 30, 1999.

CONSENT CALENDAR:

Councilmember Ebner was excused at 8:03 p.m.

The Consent Calendar was presented, whereby all items are considered and approved in one motion unless removed from the calendar for discussion.

Member of the public Joey Fullmer addressed items on the Consent Calendar.

At the request of Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, Item No. 6-I was removed from the Consent Calendar. At the request of Councilmember Genser, Item No. 6-D was removed from the Consent Calendar. At the request of Councilmember Feinstein Item No. 6-O was removed from the Consent Calendar.

Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor to approve the Consent Calendar, with the exception of Item Nos. 6-D, 6-I, and 6-O, reading resolutions and ordinances 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, and Mayor Holbrook

Noes: None

Absent: Councilmember Ebner

6-A: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes of the July 21, 1998, regular City Council meeting were approved.

6-B: EARTHQUAKE RECOVERY RESOLUTION (JANUARY 1994 EARTHQUAKE DAMAGE): Resolution No. 9314(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: OFFICE FURNITURE: A purchase order was awarded to Office Depot, in the amount of $60,376.57, to furnish, deliver and install modular work stations, partitions, storage cabinets, conference and reception room furniture for the Event Facilities Division, Community and Cultural Services Department. Staff Report

6-E: PREVAILING WAGE COMPLIANCE MONITORING SERVICES: A change order, in the amount of $22,500, was approved with CHS to continue providing prevailing wage compliance monitoring services to the Multifamily Earthquake Repair Loan Program. Staff Report

6-F: DISPATCH COMMUNICATION SYSTEM FOR THE BIG BLUE BUS: Contract No. 7342(CCS), in the amount of $180,000, was approved with NIACAD Limited for the development of an Intelligent Transportation System Technology Plan and the provision of technical assistance in the replacement of the dispatch communication system for the Transportation Department. Staff Report

6-G: WAIVER OF COMPETITIVE BIDDING FOR A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR A PORTION OF THE COASTAL INTERCEPTOR SEWER: Competitive bidding was waived and Contract No. 7343(CCS) was approved for a portion of the Coastal Interceptor Sewer which collects sewage from the City of Los Angeles, north of the Santa Monica City limits, and with additional flows from the City of Santa Monica, carries it to the L.A. Hyperion Plant for treatment. Staff Report

6-H: PURCHASE OF TROPICAL HARDWOODS AND OLD-GROWTH TEMPERATE RAINFOREST SPECIES: Staff was directed to prepare a modifying ordinance to allow the purchase of certified tropical hardwoods and old-growth temperate rainforest species if certified by a Forest Stewardship Council accredited agency. Staff Report

6-J: MAINTENANCE SERVICES: Contract No. 7345(CCS) was approved with Chrysalis, in the amount of $131,189 for year one, $178,848 for year two, and $182,833 for year three, to provide maintenance services for three projects for the Solid Waste Management Division of the Environmental and Public Works Management Department. Staff Report

6-K: ENVIRONMENTAL ENGINEERING AND CLEAN-UP SERVICES: An amendment to Contract No. 109(CD) with Arthur D. Little was approved, in the amount of $410,000, to conduct environmental engineering and clean-up services related to releases from underground storage tank systems at the Transportation Department Facility. Staff Report

6-L: RENOVATION OF COUNCIL CHAMBERS IN CITY HALL: Contract No. 7346(CCS) was awarded to Amelco Construction, in the amount of $685,000, for the renovation and upgrading of Council Chambers. Staff Report

6-M: APPOINTMENT OF NEW MEMBERS TO THE TASK FORCE ON THE ENVIRONMENT: Mathew Petersen and Thomas Nelson were appointed as new members to fill two vacant positions on the Task Force on the Environment. Staff Report

6-N: DESIGN TESTING AND RELOCATION PLANNING SERVICES FOR TELECOMMUNICATION SYSTEMS IN THE NEW PUBLIC SAFETY BUILDING: Contract No. 7347(CCS) was approved with Vista Information Technologies, in the amount of $100,000, to provide design, testing and relocation planning services for telecommunication systems in the new Public Safety Building. Staff Report

6-P: USE OF LOCAL LAW ENFORCEMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS AND COPS FUNDS AND ACCUMULATED INTEREST: The staff proposal to designate use of 1998 Local Law Enforcement Block Grant Funds, 1997-98 Citizen's Option for Public Safety (COPS) Funds, and accumulated COPS fund interest was approved for the acquisition of specified equipment. Staff Report

6-D: MEMBERSHIP LIST OF THE COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE UNDER THE NEIGHBORHOOD LIVABILITY INITIATIVE: Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, to continue this item for a staff presentation. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, Councilmember Ebner absent. Staff Report

6-I: FACILITIES MAINTENANCE PROGRAM: Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor recused herself due to a potential conflict of interest. Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to approve the amendment to Contract No. 6593(CCS) with Rachlin and Rachlin Architects in an amount not to exceed $235,375, for the Facilities Maintenance Project. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, Councilmember Ebner and Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor absent. Staff Report

Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor returned at 8:07 p.m.

Councilmember Ebner returned at 8:09 p.m.

6-O: REPORT ON WATER QUALITY RELATIVE TO PUBLIC HEALTH GOALS: At the request of Councilmember Feinstein, staff give a brief presentation on the water quality in Santa Monica. Staff Report

Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to approve the report entitled: "City of Santa Monica Report on Water Quality Relative to Public Health Goals." The motion was approved by the following vote:

Ayes: Councilmembers Feinstein, Genser, Greenberg, Rosenstein, Ebner, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook

Noes: None

Absent: None

ORDINANCES:

Councilmember Rosenstein was excused at 8:16 p.m.

8-A: RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO AMEND CONTRACT WITH THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM RELATIVE TO FIREFIGHTERS AND INTRODUCTION AND FIRST READING OF AN ORDINANCE AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT WITH THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM: Presented was the staff report recommending adoption of a resolution of intention to amend contract and introduction and first reading of an ordinance authorizing an amendment to the contract between the City and the Board of Administration of the California Public Employees' Retirement System. 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 Greenberg, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to adopt Resolution No. 9315(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF INTENTION TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA," reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof, thereby approving Contract No. 7348(CCS). The motion was approved by the following vote:

Ayes: Councilmembers Feinstein, Genser, Greenberg, Ebner, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook

Noes: None

Absent: Councilmember Rosenstein

Motion by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to introduce for first reading an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM," reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof, thereby authorizing an amendment to Contract No. 7349(CCS). The motion was approved by the following vote:

Ayes: Councilmembers Feinstein, Genser, Greenberg, Ebner, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook

Noes: None

Absent: Councilmember Rosenstein

Councilmember Rosenstein returned at 8:20 p.m.

8-B: INCREASE IN PERMITTED HEIGHT FOR RECREATION FACILITIES ASSOCIATED WITH PUBLIC OR PRIVATE SCHOOLS IN THE 1 ZONING DISTRICT (CROSSROADS SCHOOL): Presented was an ordinance for introduction and first reading modifying Section 9.04.08.34.060(a) of Article IX of the municipal code to increase the permitted height for recreation facilities associated with public or private primary or secondary schools in the M1 Zoning District. 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 Paul Cummins spoke in support of the staff recommendation. There being no further speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing.

Motion by Councilmember Greenberg, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to introduce an ordinance entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA AMENDING SANTA MONICA MUNICIPAL CODE SECTION 9.04.08.34.060 TO INCREASE THE PERMITTED HEIGHT FOR RECREATION FACILITIES ASSOCIATED WITH PUBLIC OR PRIVATE PRIMARY OR SECONDARY SCHOOLS IN THE M1 ZONING DISTRICT," reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote:

Ayes: Councilmembers Feinstein, Genser, Greenberg, Rosenstein, Ebner, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook

Noes: None

Absent: None

8-C: INTRODUCTION AND ADOPTION OF AN ORDINANCE SETTING THE 1998-99 TAX RATE FOR THE 1990 MAIN LIBRARY LAND ACQUISITION GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS: Presented for introduction and adoption was an ordinance of the City of Santa Monica setting the 1998-99 tax rate for the 1990 Main Library Land Acquisition General Obligation Bonds. Staff Report

On order of the Mayor, the public hearing was opened. Member of the public Joey Fullmer expressed her concerns. There being no further speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing.

Motion by Councilmember Greenberg, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to introduce and adopt Ordinance No. 1922(CCS) entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA SETTING THE 1998-99 TAX RATE FOR THE MAIN LIBRARY IMPROVEMENTS PROJECT GENERAL OBLIGATION BONDS," reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof, thereby setting the FY 1998-99 tax rate for the 1990 Main Library General Obligation Bonds (including the refunded portion) at $0.004273 per $100 of assessed value. The motion was approved by the following vote:

Ayes: Councilmembers Ebner, Rosenstein, Greenberg, Genser, Feinstein, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook

Noes: None

Absent: None

STAFF ADMININSTRATIVE ITEMS:

9-A: DESIGNATION OF OFF-LEASH DOG AREAS, LIMITATION OF NUMBER OF DOGS PERMITTED, AND ESTABLISHMENT OF HOURS OF USE: Presented was the staff report recommending adoption of a resolution to implement a range of activities for the improvement of conditions and regulations of off-leash dog areas in Santa Monica parks. Staff Report

On order of the Mayor, the public hearing was opened. The following members of the public spoke: Stephanie Speliopoulos, Martha Adams, and Alex Cardenas spoke in support of the staff recommendation; Joey Fullmer expressed her concerns; Linda Wilson urged the inclusion of enforcement in the proposed resolution; and, Randy Martin spoke in opposition to the off-leash area in Joslyn Park.

Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to hear a late speaker. The motion was approved by voice vote, Councilmember Ebner opposed.

Member of the public Peter Tigler expressed concern with limiting the number of dogs at any one time. There being no further speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing.

Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to adopt Resolution No. 9316(CCS), entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA DESIGNATING OFF-LEASH DOG AREAS, LIMITING THE NUMBER OF DOGS AND ESTABLISHING HOURS OF USE," amended to remove Section 5 and renumber subsequent sections, reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote:

Ayes: Councilmembers Feinstein, Genser, Rosenstein, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook

Abstain: Councilmember Ebner

Noes: Councilmember Greenberg

Absent: None

Councilmember Greenberg requested that the record reflect that she voted "no" on this item because she does not have a copy of the resolution being repealed and does not know what is being repealed.

RECESS On order of the Mayor, the City Council recessed at 9:10 p.m., and reconvened at 9:35 p.m., with all members present.

Motion by Mayor Holbrook, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to hear a member of the public out of order in order to accommodate transportation needs. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote.

15: PUBLIC INPUT: Member of the public Pro Se thanked the police department and fire department for providing emergency assistance to both himself and residents in his building; praised the Rent Control Board for its excellent work; discussed the importance of human rights and equal rights for all tenants in the City. (Return to regular order of the agenda.)

9-B: APPEAL OF UNITED TRANSPORTATION UNION: Presented was the staff report recommending denial of the appeal of the United Transportation Union which seeks to represent certain non-Motor Coach Operator positions in the Transportation Department. Staff Report

On order of the Mayor, the public hearing was opened. Members of the public Percival Palmer and Ben Leivas spoke in support of the appeal.

There being no further speakers, the Mayor closed the public hearing.

Motion by Councilmember Greenberg, second by Councilmember Rosenstein, to deny the appeal. The motion was approved by the following vote:

Ayes: Councilmembers Ebner, Rosenstein, Greenberg, Genser, Feinstein, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook

Noes: None

Absent: None

PUBLIC HEARINGS:

10-A: RESULTS OF 1997-98 STREET RESURFACING PROPOSITION 218 ASSESSMENT ELECTION: Presented was the public hearing to accept the certified results of the 1997-98 Street Resurfacing Proposition 218 assessment election and the request to approve use of City funds to finance the portion of the work not approved by voters. Staff Report

Councilmember Ebner recused herself due to a potential conflict of interest.

On order of the Mayor, the public hearing was opened. There being no one wishing to speak, the Mayor closed the public hearing.

Discussion ensued as to the effects to the general fund in the future if action is taken to use City funds to finance a portion of the project. There was also discussion regarding the current procedures for the assessment election, legal interpretation of Proposition 218, the need for future assessment districts, and property owners' votes.

Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to refer this matter to staff, ask them to take into consideration the comments made this evening, and to return with options. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, Councilmember Ebner absent.

10-B: FY 1997-98 ANNUAL REVIEW OF THE CITY'S COORDINATED PLAN FOR HOMELESS SERVICES: Presented was the public hearing on the Annual Review of the Coordinated Plan for Homeless Services. Staff Report

On order of the Mayor, the public hearing was opened. Member of the public Rhonda Meister highlighted areas which she believes bear watching over the coming year as the full impact of welfare reform becomes implemented. Member of the public Margarita Zepada discussed the value of the retention-component program at Chrysalis.

Member of the public Hywel Sims discussed Santa Monica AIDS Project.

Member of the public David Busch encouraged more funding for homeless services. Members of the public Kasandra Stuart and Scarlet Wilson discussed the opportunities provided by Daybreak Shelter and encouraged the City to continue funding needed services.

Member of the public Daniel Ehrler expressed the deep and sincere appreciation of the Chamber of Commerce to the agencies in Santa Monica and in the area that serve the homeless in Santa Monica. Member of the public Jacob Ramsey discussed the services provided by Turning Point Transitional Housing and Step-Up on Second.

Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to continue the meeting past 11:00 p.m. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote.

Member of the public Al Clancy discussed the complexities of homelessness. Member of the public Marie Lewis spoke in support of funding for people who do not have educational, drug, or alcohol problems but just need more assistance.

Member of the public Kay Ostberg thanked Council for its continuing support of Ocean Park Community Center and discussed the need for services for homeless. 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 Councilmember Greenberg, to receive and file the FY 1997-98 Annual Review of the City's Coordinated Plan for Homeless Services. The motion was approved by the following vote:

Ayes: Councilmembers Ebner, Rosenstein, Greenberg, Genser, Feinstein, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook

Noes: None

Absent: None

RESOLUTIONS:

12-A: MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH UNITED TRANSPORTATION UNION (UTU): Presented was the staff report recommending adoption of a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding with UTU.

Motion by Councilmember Greenberg, seconded by Councilmember Ebner, to adopt Resolution No. 9317(CCS) entitled: "RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING WITH UTU," reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof, and approve Contract No. 7350(CCS). The motion was approved by the following vote:

Ayes: Councilmembers Feinstein, Genser, Greenberg, Rosenstein, Ebner, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook

Noes: None

Absent: None

WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS:

13-A: RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT AND RESTRICTIONS FOR USE OF DOG PARK: Mr. O'Kane was not present to address Council regarding residency requirement and restrictions for the use of the City's dog park.

Councilmembers Ebner, Greenberg, and Rosenstein were excused at 11:35 p.m.

13-B: REVISIONS TO POLICIES REGARDING RESIDENTIAL PARKING IN THE CENTRAL BUSINESS DISTRICT: Presented was the request of Eileen Hecht to address Council regarding revisions to City policies regarding residential parking in the Central Business District.

Members of the public including Adam Olszewski, Brett Svatek, Paula Elmore, Zeyka Ulan, and Edward Dinkowitz spoke in support of revisions to City policies regarding residential parking in the Central Business District.

Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to direct staff to pursue any administrative action possible and return with an information item on legislative possibilities. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, Councilmembers Ebner, Greenberg, and Rosenstein absent.

13-C: ENDORSEMENT OF SANTA MONICA-MALIBU UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT SCHOOL BOARD: Presented was the request of Mark Siegel, representing Friends of Quality Schools, that Council direct staff to prepare a resolution endorsing the Santa Monica-Malibu Unified School District School Bond.

Members of the public Rick Gates, Ralph Mechur, Maria Leon-Vazquez, Rebel Harrison, Beth Muir, and Daniel Ehrler spoke in support of the School District School Bond (Proposition X).

Motion by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, seconded by Mayor Holbrook, to direct staff to prepare a resolution in support of the School Bond measure. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, Councilmembers Ebner, Greenberg, and Rosenstein absent.

COUNCILMEMBER DISCUSSION ITEMS:

14-A: BAYSIDE DISTRICT CORPORATION APPOINTMENT: On order of the Mayor, the appointment to one unscheduled vacancy to the Bayside District Corporation for a term ending June 30, 1999, was continued to September 22, 1998.

14-B: COMMISSION ON THE STATUS OF WOMEN APPOINTMENT: On order of the Mayor, the appointment to two unscheduled vacancies on the Commission on the Status of Women for a term ending June 30, 2001, was continued to October 13, 1998.

14-C: RESIGNATION FROM ARCHITECTURAL REVIEW BOARD: Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to accept the resignation of Matthew Kanny from the Architectural Review Board and authorize the City Clerk to publish a notice of vacancy. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, Councilmembers Ebner, Greenberg, and Rosenstein absent.

15: PUBLIC INPUT: Member of the public Chuck Allord discussed noise problems being experienced in his neighborhood. Member of the public Brian Hutchings expressed his concerns on various issues.

ADJOURNMENT: At 12:25 a.m., the meeting was adjourned to September 15, 1998, at 8 :00 p.m., in memory of Ann Salacuse and Hal Boelsems

ATTEST:

Maria M. Stewart

City Clerk

APPROVED:

Robert T. Holbrook

Mayor