CITY OF SANTA MONICA

CITY COUNCIL MINUTES

SEPTEMBER 22, 1998

A regular meeting of the Santa Monica City Council was called to order by Mayor Holbrook at 7:20 p.m., on Tuesday, September 22, 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 (arrived at 7:28 p.m.)
Councilmember Paul Rosenstein

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

PLEDGE Councilmember Rosenstein led the assemblage in the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America.

4-A: HOUSING CRISIS AWARENESS WEEK: Mayor Holbrook presented a proclamation declaring October 2-9, 1998, as "Housing Crisis Awareness Week" in the City of Santa Monica.

SPECIAL JOINT MEETING

At 7:26 p.m., a Special Joint Meeting of the City Council, Housing Authority, Parking Authority, and the Redevelopment Agency was convened.

Councilmember Greenberg arrived at 7:28 p.m.

CC/HA/PA/RA-2: YEAR-END REVIEW FOR FY 1997-98: Presented was the Fiscal Year 1997-98 Year-end Review of Operating and Capital Improvements Program budgets and Departmental Performance; Fiscal Year 1997-98 report on emergency purchases; changes for implementation of Fiscal Year 1998-99 budget; resolution establishing various new classifications and adopting various new salary rates; resolutions consenting to funding, reimbursement, and waiving bidding requirements for, and approval of reimbursement agreement, for construction of public parking structure at 1116-1146 4th Street.

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

Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to approve the budget changes as proposed in the staff report, and Agreement No. 7353. The motion was approved by the following vote:

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

Noes: None

Absent: None

Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, to adopt Resolution No. 9318(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA ESTABLISHING NEW CLASSIFICATIONS AND ADOPTING SALARY RATES FOR ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES COORDINATOR, ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ASSISTANT - FIRE, ADMINISTRATIVE STAFF ASSISTANT - RESOURCE MANAGEMENT, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER FOR GOVERNMENTAL RELATIONS, ASSISTANT TO THE CITY MANAGER FOR MANAGEMENT SERVICES, BEACH MANAGER, CLETS COORDINATOR, COMMUNITY SERVICES SPECIALIST II, CULTURAL AFFAIRS MANAGER, DATABASE ADMINISTRATOR, EMPLOYEE SERVICES MANAGER, ENGINEERING SUPPORT SERVICES SUPERVISOR, ENVIRONMENTAL PROGRAMS ANALYST - CUPA, HUMAN RESOURCES SYSTEMS COORDINATOR, MOTOR COACH CLEANER SUPERVISOR, SCHEDULING ANALYST, SENIOR ARCHITECT, SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST - PARKS AND COMMUNITY FACILITY PLANNING, SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST - RDA PROJECT COORDINATOR, SENIOR ADMINISTRATIVE ANALYST - SPECIAL PROJECTS, SENIOR TRANSPORTATION ENGINEER, TRAFFIC OPERATIONS MANAGER, TRANSIT MAINTENANCE SUPERINTENDENT, TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ASSISTANT, TRANSPORTATION PLANNING ASSOCIATE, TRANSPORTATION PLANNING MANAGER, TRANSPORTATION PLANNING TECHNICIAN AND LIBRARY PAGE," 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, Mayor Holbrook

Noes: None

Absent: None

Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, to adopt Resolution No. 9319(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA CONSENTING TO THE SANTA MONICA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY'S FUNDING OF THE 1116-1146 FOURTH STREET PROJECT AND APPROVING A REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY," reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote:

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

Abstain: Councilmember Rosenstein

Noes: None

Absent: None

Motion by Chair Pro Tem O'Connor, seconded by Agency Member Genser, to adopt Resolution No. 457(RAS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA APPROVING THE 1116-1146 FOURTH STREET PROJECT AND APPROVING A REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY AND THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY," reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote:

Ayes: Agency Members Feinstein, Genser, Greenberg, Ebner, Chair Pro Tem O'Connor, Chair Holbrook

Abstain: Agency Member Rosenstein

Noes: None

Absent: None

Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, to adopt Resolution No. 9320(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA AUTHORIZING A WAIVER OF BIDDING REQUIREMENTS FOR PUBLIC WORKS PROJECTS PURSUANT TO MUNICIPAL CODE SECTIONS 2.24.071(d)(1) AND 2.24.071(d)(3) ON LOT 4 LOCATED AT 1116-1146 FOURTH STREET," reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof, and approve Contract No. 7353(CCS). The motion was approved by the following vote:

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

Noes: None

Absent: None

At 7:35 p.m., the Special Joint Meeting was adjourned and the City Council Meeting was reconvened.

CONSENT CALENDAR: 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 Councilmember Feinstein Item No. 6-C was removed from the Consent Calendar. At the request of Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor Item Nos. 6-G and 6-K 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-C, 6-G, and 6-K, 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, Ebner, Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, and Mayor Holbrook

Noes: None

Absent: None

6-A: APPROVAL OF MINUTES: The minutes of the June 1, June 2, and July 28, 1998, City Council meetings were approved.

6-B: EARTHQUAKE RECOVERY RESOLUTION (JANUARY 1994 DAMAGE): Resolution No. 9321(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA DECLARING THE EXISTENCE OF A CONTINUING LOCAL EMERGENCY," was adopted. Staff Report

6-D: IN-CAR VIDEO SYSTEMS: A purchase order was awarded to Kustom Signals, Inc., for $78,806, to furnish, deliver and install police in-car video systems to document patrol officer traffic stops and related activities. Staff Report

6-E: POLICE FORENSIC LIGHT SOURCES AND SCOPES: A purchase order was awarded to Instruments S.A., Inc., in an amount not to exceed $84,113.82, to furnish and deliver forensic light sources and scopes used for evidence collection by the Santa Monica Police Department. Staff Report

6-F: POLICE EVIDENCE CHAMBER SYSTEM: A purchase order was awarded to Vacuum Metal Deposition, in an amount not to exceed $109,044.18, to purchase, deliver, and install a police evidence chamber system that will make it possible to process evidence more effectively. Staff Report

6-H: PROPOSED SEWER REHABILITATION AND REPLACEMENT PROJECT: Contract No. 7355(CCS) was awarded to Harris & Company, in an amount not to exceed $266,000, for construction mitigation, public outreach, education, and liaison services to minimize the impact to and inform the public of proposed sewer rehabilitation and replacement construction projects in Pacific Coast Highway, Ocean Avenue, Main Street, Neilson Way and adjacent streets. Staff Report

6-I: ADMINISTRATIVE PROCEDURES STUDY FOR THE TRANSPORTATION DEPARTMENT (BIG BLUE BUS): Contract No. 7356(CCS) was approved with O'Melia Consulting, in an amount not to exceed $75,000, to study administrative procedures to identify potential administrative improvements in the Transportation Department operations. Staff Report

6-J: INCREASE IN PERMITTED HEIGHT FOR RECREATION FACILITIES ASSOCIATED WITH PUBLIC OR PRIVATE SCHOOLS IN THE M1 ZONING DISTRICT (CROSSROADS SCHOOL): Ordinance No. 1923(CCS) 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," was adopted on second reading. Staff Report

6-C: COMPUTER EQUIPMENT: Staff responded to Councilmember Feinstein questions regarding the price for the equipment. Motion by Councilmember Rosenstein, seconded by Councilmember Greenberg, to award Bid No. 2722 to California Integrated Solutions, for an amount not to exceed $119,344.81, to furnish and deliver miscellaneous computer equipment for various departments. The motion was approved by the following vote: Staff Report

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

Noes: None

Absent: None

6-G: DESIGN OF ENHANCED PEDESTRIAN CROSSINGS: Motion by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, seconded by Councilmember Rosenstein, to approve Contract No. 7354(CCS) with Katz, Okitsu & Associates, for an amount not to exceed $216,000, to analyze and develop site-specific recommendations to enhance pedestrian crossings along Pico Boulevard, Barnard Way, Montana Avenue, Neilson Way and Ocean Avenue. The motion was approved by the following vote: Staff Report

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

Noes: None

Absent: None

6-K: SUPPORT OF SANTA MONICA-MALIBU UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT SCHOOL BOND MEASURE - PROPOSITION X: Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor advised she had pulled this matter off the consent calendar only to highlight its importance. Motion by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to adopt Resolution No. 9322, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA SUPPORTING THE SANTA MONICA-MALIBU UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT SCHOOL BOND MEASURE," reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof. The motion was approved by the following vote: Staff Report

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

Noes: None

Absent: None

ORDINANCES:

8-A: AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT WITH THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM: The ordinance was presented for second reading and adoption. Staff Report

Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Councilmember Greenberg, to adopt on second reading Ordinance No. 1924(CCS) 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. 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

8-B: DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR R1 DISTRICT NORTH OF MONTANA AVENUE: Presented was the staff report recommending introduction and adoption of an interim ordinance extending modifications to the Development Standards for the R1 District North of Montana Avenue to ensure that development in the area will not further alter the existing neighborhood scale and character pending a study of single family development standards. Staff Report

On order of the Mayor, the public hearing was opened. Member of the public Joey Fullmer expressed her concerns. Members of the public J. Charles and Aimee Goldberg expressed concern with the length of the time period of the proposed interim ordinance. Member of the public Eric Parlee expressed concern with the height restrictions, calculation of ceiling height, and calculation of floor area.

Motion by Councilmember Rosenstein, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to hear a late speaker for one minute. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote.

Member of the public Gary Torpy suggested that there be an overall FAR ratio.

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

Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to adopt Ordinance No. 1925(CCS), amended as follows: page 7, subsection (e) to read: "The authorized setback shall be either: 1) the setback as shown on the Official Districting Map of the City; 2) 20 feet; or, 3) the average of the front yard setback of the two adjacent structures, whichever of these three is greater;" page 9, subsection (m) to read: "...Any portion of a first floor's interior space over 14 feet in interior height...," reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof.

Motion by Councilmember Rosenstein, seconded by Councilmember Greenberg, to amend the motion to shorten the time period of the ordinance from 18 months to 12 months and to take the total FAR approach rather than the approach limiting the FAR on each floor. Councilmember Genser accepted the first portion of the motion as friendly. The second portion of the amendment was approved by the following vote:

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

Noes: Councilmembers Genser, Feinstein, and Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor

Absent: None

Motion by Councilmember Rosenstein, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to reconsider the vote on the above amendment. The motion was approved by voice vote, Councilmember Ebner opposed.

Motion by Councilmember Rosenstein, accepted as friendly, to amend the motion to adopt the ordinance, amended as follows: page 7, subsection (e) to read: "The authorized setback shall be either: 1) the setback as shown on the Official Districting Map of the City; 2) 20 feet; or, 3) the average of the front yard setback of the two adjacent structures, whichever of these three is greater;" page 9, subsection (m) to read: "...Any portion of a first floor's interior space over 14 feet in interior height...," reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof, and to ask staff to return within four months with recommendations relating to the specific issue of using an average FAR versus the per floor FAR. The motion was approved by the following vote:

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

Noes: Councilmember Ebner

Absent: None

Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, to ask staff to return as quickly as possible with a report relating to averaging all of the front yard setbacks on the block as an option. The motion was approved by voice vote, Councilmember Ebner opposed.

By virtue of the above action, Ordinance No. 1925(CCS) entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA EXTENDING MODIFICATIONS TO THE DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR THE R1 DISTRICT NORTH OF MONTANA AVENUE; DECLARING THE PRESENCE OF AN EMERGENCY," was introduced and adopted, as amended.

STAFF ADMININSTRATIVE ITEMS:

Councilmembers Ebner and Greenberg were excused at 9:00 p.m.

9-A: PROPOSED EXPANSION OF LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT: Councilmembers Ebner and Greenberg recused themselves from participation in this item due to a potential conflict of interest as they are employees of the City of Los Angeles. Staff Report

Presented was the staff report recommending adoption of a resolution authorizing City staff to take an active role in reviewing and providing comment on environmental and related documents, working with representatives of other jurisdictions, and taking other necessary actions related to the proposed expansion of the Los Angeles International Airport.

On order of the Mayor, the public hearing was opened.

Members of the public Ruth Gallanter, Dennis Zane, Mike Gordon, and Kelly McDowell concurred with staff's analysis. Member of the public Joey Fullmer expressed her concerns.

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

Motion by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, seconded by Councilmember Rosenstein, to adopt Resolution No. 9323(CCS) entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA AUTHORIZING STAFF TO REVIEW AND PROVIDE COMMENT ON ENVIRONMENTAL AND RELATED DOCUMENTS, WORK WITH REPRESENTATIVES OF OTHER JURISDICTIONS, AND TAKE RELATED ACTIONS REGARDING THE PROPOSED EXPANSION OF LOS ANGELES INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT," reading by title only and waiving further reading thereof; direct staff to return at the next meeting with a resolution approaching this issue as a regional issue; authorize the City Attorney to examine the appropriateness of having the City join in the Morongo Indian lawsuit. The motion was approved by the following vote:

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

Noes: None

Absent: Councilmembers Ebner, Greenberg

Councilmembers Ebner and Greenberg returned at 9:50 p.m.

CLOSED SESSIONS At 9:50 p.m., Council adjourned to Closed Session to consider the following:

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

Motion by Councilmember Greenberg, seconded by Councilmember Feinstein, to approve settlement in the amount of $20,600 to the defendant. 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

16-B: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: Santa Monica Housing Council v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. BC 184061.

ACTION: Not heard.

16-C: Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation: Santa Monica Street Performers Group, et al., v. City of Santa Monica, Case No. 98-7473 LGB (RNBx).

ACTION: Not heard.

16-D: Conference with Labor Negotiator:

City Negotiator: Karen Bancroft, Personnel Director

Bargaining Units: Santa Monica Firefighters Local 1109 (SMFFA)

ACTION: No reportable action taken.

16-E: Conference with Real Property Negotiator:

Property: 1602 Ocean Avenue, S.M. (Lobster property)

Negotiating parties: Howard Robinson, City representative

Myron L. and Lorraine Nathan, and John B. Kilbane & Associates, Inc., owners of record

Under negotiation: Option for acquisition of real property

ACTION: Heard. No action taken.

RECONVENE Council reconvened at 11:19 p.m., with all Councilmembers present.

9-B: USE OF EXPOSITION RAIL RIGHT-OF-WAY: The request for clarification of the City's policy regarding use of the Exposition Rail Right-of-Way was continued to a future date. Staff Report

9-C: COMMUNITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE / NEIGHBORHOOD LIVABILITY INITIATIVE: Presented was the staff report reviewing and recommending approval of the membership list for the Community Advisory Committee under the Neighborhood Livability Initiative. Staff Report

Motion by Councilmember Rosenstein, seconded by Councilmember Ebner, to approve the membership list with the addition of Guadalupe Castro and Ed Bell.

Motion by Councilmember Genser, accepted as friendly, to direct staff to conduct periodic study sessions.

Councilmember Rosenstein withdrew his motion.

Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to direct staff to proceed and report periodically to Council, including study sessions on the progress. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote.

Councilmember Ebner was excused at 11:40 p.m.

The Mayor announced that Item Nos. 13-A and 13-D will be combined and heard concurrently.

13-A: PARKING METERS ON MAIN STREET AND SURROUNDING STREETS: Presented was the request of Elizabeth Hornbeck to address Council regarding the extension of parking meters to 2:00 a.m., on Main and surrounding streets, and the request to eliminate recent changes to meter restrictions.

13-D: CHANGE OF PARKING METER HOURS: Presented was the request of the Main Street Merchants Assessment District Board to address Council requesting the change of metered parking hours from 2:00 a.m., to 9:00 p.m.

Members of the public Gary Gordon, Harry Trube, Kecia Weller, John Gabree, Daniel Ehrler, Tom Binder, Gregg Nordberg, Kristi Keller, Todd Cleary, and Stephanie Dyer spoke in support of changing the parking meter hours from 2:00 a.m.

Motion by Councilmember Greenberg, seconded by Mayor Pro Tem O'Connor, to give staff direction to study the meter hours on Main Street, including Bicknell, with the idea of shortening the hours; consider shortening the red zone; and to take action within two weeks.

Motion by Councilmember Genser, accepted as friendly, to indicate that the meters will operate no later than 10:00 p.m.

Motion by Councilmember Genser, accepted as friendly, that if there are issues for consideration that they be brought before Council at the next meeting.

The motion was approved by voice vote, Councilmember Ebner absent.

Councilmember Rosenstein was excused at 12:26 a.m.

13-B: ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION ADDRESSING SANCTIONS AGAINST SPECIFIC STATES RELATIVE TO HUMAN RIGHTS: Presented was the request of Brian Hutchings to address Council regarding the City adopting a resolution addressing sanctions against specific states relative to human rights.

The report was received and filed.

13-C: CONCEPT OF MAKING THE CITY OF SANTA MONICA ITS OWN COUNTY: Due to the absence of Thomas Bradford Ferrell, II, the information provided was received and filed.

COUNCILMEMBER DISCUSSION ITEMS:

Motion by Councilmember Feinstein, seconded by Councilmember Genser, to continue Item Nos. 14-A, 14-B, 14-C, and 14-D to the meeting of October 13, 1998. The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, Councilmembers Ebner and Rosenstein absent.

14-A: RECREATION AND PARKS COMMISSION APPOINTMENT: The appointment to an unscheduled vacancy on the Recreation and Parks Commission for a term ending June 30, 1999, was continued to the meeting of October 13, 1998.

14-B: BAYSIDE DISTRICT CORPORATION APPOINTMENT: The appointment to one unscheduled vacancy to the Bayside District Corporation for a term ending June 30, 1999, was continued to the meeting of October 13, 1998.

14-C: AIRPORT COMMISSION APPOINTMENT: The appointment to one unscheduled vacancy on the Airport Commission for a term ending June 30, 1999, was continued to the meeting of October 13, 1998.

14-D: ARTS COMMISSION APPOINTMENT: The appointment to one unscheduled vacancy on the Arts Commission for a term ending June 30, 2000, was continued to the meeting of October 13, 1998.

14-E: ALLOCATION - HOUSING CRISIS AWARENESS WEEK: Presented was the request of Councilmember Genser to allocate $1,000 to the Commission on Older Americans for "Housing Crisis Awareness Week."

Motion by Councilmember Genser, seconded by Councilmember Greenberg, to allocate $1,000 to the Commission on Older Americans for "Housing Crisis Awareness Week." The motion was unanimously approved by voice vote, Councilmembers Ebner and Rosenstein absent.

15: PUBLIC INPUT There were no speakers.

ADJOURNMENT: At 12:35 a.m., the meeting was adjourned to October 13, 1998, at 7:00 p.m., in memory of Margaret Susan Wise and Aaron McKiernan.

ATTEST:

Maria M. Stewart,

City Clerk

APPROVED:

Robert T. Holbrook,

Mayor