THESE MINUTES ARE NOT OFFICIAL
UNTIL APPROVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OF THE May 9, 2011
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF CULVER CITY, 5:30 p.m.
CALIFORNIA
Call to Order & Roll Call
The meeting of the City Council was called to order at 5:30
p.m.
Present: Micheál O„Leary, Mayor
D. Scott Malsin, Vice Mayor
Christopher Armenta, Councilmember
Jeffrey Cooper, Councilmember
Andrew Weissman, Councilmember
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Closed Session
The City Council adjourned to Closed Session to discuss the
following items:
CS-1 Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation
Re: Gracie Thompson v. Culver City et al.
LASC case no. SC110030
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a)
CS-2 Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation
Re: Community Health Councils, Inc., City of Culver City, et
al., v. County of Los Angeles
Case No. BS118018 (Re County Community Standards District for
Oil Drilling Operations)
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a)
CS-3 Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation
Re: Significant Exposure to Litigation – (1 item)
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(1) 2
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Closed Session
(continued)
CS-4 Conference with Labor Negotiators
City designated representatives: City Manager John Nachbar;
Director of Human Resources Serena Wright
Employee Organization: Culver City Employees Association;
Culver City Management Group; Culver City Police Officers
Association; Culver City Fire Fighters Association; Culver
City Police Management Group; Culver City Fire Management
Association
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
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Recess
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 5:30 p.m.
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Reconvene
The City Council reconvened its meeting at 7:07 p.m. with
all Councilmembers present.
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Closed Session Report
Mayor O?Leary indicated there was nothing to report out of
Closed Session.
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Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
The Invocation was given by John Nachbar, City Manager, and
the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Fred Yglesias.
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Public Comment – Items Not on the Agenda
Mayor O?Leary invited public comment.
The following members of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Madeline Ehrlich extended an invitation to a three-day weekend
celebration of language immersion in Culver City; she noted
that Culver City was the first school district to institute
language immersion 40 years ago; and she discussed global
education.
Michele Van Geldren extended an invitation to “Children?s Day”
on May 14, 2011 at El Marino Language School.
Jeannine Stehlin extended an invitation to an alumni reunion
of the Culver City Language Immersion program at El Marino
Language School and a rededication of the sculpture called
Language Opens the World to Us.
Mike Snell, Culver City Exchange Club, thanked Jeremy Green,
Cultural Affairs Division, the City Council, staff, and the
Police, Fire and Sanitation departments for their help with
the Car Show; he discussed the charities and activities
supported by the Exchange Club; reminded everyone of the next
event on July 4, 2011; and he acknowledged the Language
Immersion Program.
Dr. Jay Shery, Culver City Exchange Club thanked the City for
their help with the Car Show and asked for help with a
proposed parade of flags following the annual commemoration
service by the Fire Department on September 11.
Following discussion, the City Council requested Dr. Shery to
provide additional information to the City Manager regarding
possible City involvement.
Marina Monostory expressed concern that the City was
discouraging public input by reducing the time allowed for
audience participation; she discussed the City of Bell; and
she encouraged people to speak out if something is wrong as
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Public Comment
(continued)
Egon Monostory expressed concern that the City was working
to eliminate public oversight; he discussed debt allegedly
due to redevelopment activities in the City; he asked that
the agenda format be left as it was; he discussed the
yielding of speaker time; and he suggested that speakers be
thanked for taking the time to attend public meetings and
speaking out.
Cary Anderson submitted documentation to the City Council
and discussed issues with parking at the Car Show;
enforcement; the permit for the Car Show; and alleged non-
adherence to terms.
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Public Hearing
Item PH-1
Adoption of a Resolution Establishing and Amending Various
Fees and Charges for Services Provided by the City and
Rescinding Prior Fee Resolution No. 2010-R016 and Portions of
Resolution Nos. 2000-R074 and 2003-R023.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER COOPER, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
RECEIVE AND FILE THE AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION AND POSTING OF
NOTICES.
Nick Kimball, Senior Management Analyst, provided a summary of
the material of record.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE
OPENED.
Mayor O?Leary invited public comment.
There was no response. 5
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Item PH-1
(continued)
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE
CLOSED.
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff regarding
post-employment benefits; other areas of City operations to
build-in payments for; dog license fees; filming permits at
the parks; and animal control and care fees.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R027 ESTABLISHING AND AMENDING VARIOUS
FEES AND CHARGES FOR SERVICES PROVIDED BY THE CITY AND
RESCINDING PRIOR FEE RESOLUTION NO. 2010-R016 AND RESCINDING
PORTIONS OF RESOLUTION NOS. 2000-R074, AND 2003-R020.
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Joint Consent Item
Item JC-1
Approval of Preliminary Plans for West Washington Boulevard
AIP Phase III.
Mayor O?Leary invited public comment.
There was no response.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE
THE PRELIMINARY PLANS FOR THE WEST WASHINGTON AIP PHASE III.
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Consent Calendar
Mayor O?Leary invited public comment.
There was no response.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE
CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS C-1 THROUGH C-5.
Item C-1
Meeting Minutes
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR
MEETING OF APRIL 11, 2011 AS SUBMITTED.
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Item C-2
Cash Disbursements
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE CASH DISBURSEMENTS FOR APRIL 16,
2011 – APRIL 29, 2011.
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Item C-3
Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager or
Designee to Perform Any Actions Necessary for the Purpose of
Obtaining Financial Assistance Provided by the California
Emergency Management Agency Under the Proposition 1B Transit
Security Grant Program.
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R025
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO PERFORM ANY
ACTIONS NECESSARY FOR THE PURPOSE OF OBTAINING FINANCIAL
ASSISTANCE PROVIDED BY THE CALIFORNIA EMERGENCY MANAGEMENT
AGENCY UNDER THE PROPOSITION 1B TRANSIT SECURITY GRANT
PROGRAM.
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Item C-4
Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing Staff to Submit
Applications to June 30, 2012 for Grant Funding Associated
with the Purchase of Alternative Fuel Vehicles and Other
Emission Control Technologies.
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R026
AUTHORIZING THE SUBMITTAL OF GRANT APPLICATIONS AND ACCEPTANCE
OF SUCH APPROVED FUNDING MADE AVAILABLE BY THE AQMD AND THE
MSRC TO JUNE 30, 2012 FOR THE PURCHASE OF ALTERNATIVE FUEL
VEHICLES AND OTHER EMISSION CONTROL TECHNOLOGIES.
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Item C-5
Approval of an Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement with
the Regional Terrorism Information Integration System for
Continued Participation in the Los Angeles Regional Integrated
Law and Justice Program (COPLINK).
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE EXISTING MEMORANDUM OF
AGREEMENT FOR THE REGIONAL TERRORISM INFORMATION INTEGRATION
SYSTEM; AND,
2. AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY TO REVIEW/PREPARE THE NECESSARY
DOCUMENTS; AND,
3. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SUCH DOCUMENTS ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY.
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Joint Items
Item J-1
Presentation of the City Manager’s/Executive Director’s
Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2011/2012.
John Nachbar, City Manager, introduced the item noting the
challenging times; he expressed appreciation to staff;
discussed uncertainty with regard to redevelopment; economic
conditions; savings from negotiations; pension and retiring
medical costs; and a directive for a 2% reduction for all
departments.
Jeff Muir, Chief Finance Officer, presented a summary of the
material of record.
Mayor O?Leary invited public comment.
There was no response.
Discussion ensued the City Council and staff regarding
responsibilities to the community and to employee
organizations; minimizing impacts to service and impacts of
position eliminations; cuts to fire/paramedic services and the
growing senior population in the City; previous cuts to City
staff; negotiations with bargaining groups; reserves and
unfunded liabilities; retiring medical costs; feasibility of
increasing the Transient Occupancy Taxes; concern with pushing
employees to the breaking point and with keeping Culver City a
competitive place to work; a suggestion to create a street and
streetlight maintenance assessment district; the Franchise Tax
Board and the State Board of Equalization; assumptions in the
five year forecast; expected services; employee relations;
effects of staff reductions; service implications; and
necessary changes.
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Item J-2
(1) Adoption of Resolutions and/or Motions appointing City
Council Members/Agency Board Members to various Outside Agency
Boards, City Council and/or Agency Board Subcommittees and
Other Related Bodies; (2) Dissolution of Certain
Subcommittees, and (3) Direction Related to a Proposal to
Eliminate the Southern California Joint Powers Consortium.
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, presented a
summary of the material of record noting that staff requested
that no action be taken on Item 14 due to previous action
being taken.
Mayor O?Leary invited public participation.
The following member of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Gary Silbiger expressed concern with alleged secret City
Council meetings and no public agendas or minutes of meetings;
he wanted to see the City be more transparent, open and
inclusive; he felt the committees needed more public
participation; he discussed the committees of the Culver City
School Board; Brown Act requirements; and he emphasized the
importance of public input at an early stage.
At this time, the following motions were made:
Item 1
Adopt Resolution No. 2011-R034
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R034 APPOINTING A MEMBER AND AN ALTERNATE
MEMBER TO THE CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE OF THE LOS ANGELES
DIVISION OF THE LEAGUE OF CALIORNIA CITIES AND TO THE LOS
ANGELES COUNTY METROPOLITAN TRANSPORTATION AUTHORITY AND
RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2010-R026.
ADOPTED, with further reading waived.
[Mayor O?Leary was appointed Member and Vice Mayor Malsin was
appointed as Alternate Member.] 10
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Item 2
Adopt Resolution No. 2011-R033
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R033 APPOINTING A DELEGATE AND ALTERNATE
DELEGATE TO THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY DIVISION OF THE LEAGUE OF
CALIFORNIA CITIES AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2010-R027.
ADOPTED, with further reading waived.
[Mayor O?Leary was appointed as Delegate and Vice Mayor Malsin
was appointed as Alternate Delegate.]
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Item 3
Adopt Resolution No. 2011-R028
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R028 APPOINTING A MEMBER AND AN ALTERNATE
MEMBER TO THE CITY SELECTION COMMITTEE OF LOS ANGELES –
WESTERN REGION AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R028.
ADOPTED, with further reading waived.
[Mayor O?Leary was appointed as Member and Vice Mayor Malsin
was appointed as Alternate Member.]
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Item 4
City Legislative Subcommittee - League of California Cities/LA
Division
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINT
MAYOR O?LEARY AND VICE MAYOR MALSIN TO THE CITY LEGISLATIVE
COMMITTEE – LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES/LA DIVISION.
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Item 5
Adopt Resolution No. 2011-R029
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R029 APPOINTING A DELEGATE AND ALTERNATE
DELEGATE AS PART OF THE GENERAL MEMBERSHIP OF THE INDEPENDENT
CITIES ASSOCIATION AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2010-R029.
ADOPTED, with further reading waived.
[Mayor O?Leary was appointed as Delegate and Councilmember
Cooper was appointed as Alternate Delegate.]
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Item 6
Adopt Resolution No. 2011-R030
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R030 APPOINTING SPECIFIC REPRESENTATIVES
TO THE INDEPENDENT CITIES RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY AND
RESCINDING RESOLUTION NO. 2010-R030.
ADOPTED, with further reading waived.
[Councilmember Cooper was appointed as Member; Serena Wright,
Human Resources Director was appointed as Alternate Member;
and Rachelle Adkins was appointed as Substitute Alternate to
the Independent Cities Risk Management Authority?s Governing
Board.]
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Item 7
Adopt Resolution No. 2011-R031
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R031 APPOINTING ALTERNATE DIRECTORS TO LOS
ANGELES COUNTY SANITATION DISTRICT NO. 5, AND RESCINDING
RESOLUTION NO. 2010-R031.
ADOPTED, with further reading waived.
[Mayor O?Leary was appointed as Ex Officio Director and Vice
Mayor Malsin was appointed as Alternate Director.]
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Item 8
Sanitation Subcommittee
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
DISSOLVE THE SANITATION SUBCOMMITTEE.
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Item 9
Adopt Resolution No. 2011-R032
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R032 APPOINTING AN OFFICIAL REPRESENTATIVE
AND ALTERNATE REPRESENTATIVE TO THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA
ASSOCIATION OF GOVERNMENTS (SCAG), AND RESCINDING RESOLUTION
NO. 2010-R032.
ADOPTED, with further reading waived.
[Mayor O?Leary was appointed as Official Representative and
Vice Mayor Malsin was appointed as Alternate Representative.]
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1-A2. Appointments to Outside Agency Boards Requiring Adoption
of a Motion.
Item 10
Westside Cities Council of Governments
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
APPOINT VICE MAYOR MALSIN AS REPRESENTATIVE TO THE GOVERNING
BOARD; AND COUNCILMEMBER COOPER AS THE ALTERNATE TO THE
WESTSIDE CITIES COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS.
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Item 11
Interagency Communications Interoperability System (ICIS)
MOVED BY MAYOR O?LEARY, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN AND
UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINT
COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN AS LIAISON TO ICIS.
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Item 12
Exposition Metro Line Construction Authority/Agency Metro
Subcommittee
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
APPOINT MAYOR O?LEARY AS DELEGATE AND VICE MAYOR MALSIN AS
ALTERNATE DELEGATE AND THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPOINT THE
SAME MEMBERS AS THE AGENCY METRO SUBCOMMITTEE.
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Item 13
Southern California Cities Joint Powers Consortium
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk clarified
that members needed to be appointed who could then vote for
dissolution.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINT
COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA AS DIRECTOR AND VICE MAYOR MALSIN AS
ALTERNATE DIRECTOR TO THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA CITIES JOINT
POWERS CONSORTIUM UNTIL DISSOLUTION OCCURS WITH DIRECTION TO
STAFF TO CONTACT THE OTHER MEMBERS OF THE CONSORTIUM TO
INSTITUTE DISSOLUTION OF THE CONSORTIUM.
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Item 14
Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) Area Advisory
Subcommittee
The City Council took no action to appoint Councilmembers to
the subcommittee in order to allow appointed citizens to act
as City representatives.
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1-B. Appointments to City Council Subcommittees Requiring
Adoption of a Motion
Items 15-17
(15) Joint Finance and Judiciary Subcommittee; (16)
Treasurer’s Investment Subcommittee; and (17) Audit, Financial
Planning, Budget and Subcommittee
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBERMALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER COOPER
AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY ADOPT THE MOTION APPOINTING COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN AND
COUNCILMEMBER COOPER AS MEMBERS OF THE JUDICIARY AND FINANCE
SUBCOMMITTEE AND MEMBERS OF THE AUDIT, FINANCIAL PLANNING, AND
BUDGET SUBCOMMITTEE; AND COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN TO THE CITY
TREASURER?S INVESTMENT SUBCOMMITTEE. UNDER ADVICE FROM THE
CITY ATTORNEY, IT IS RECOMMENDED THE CITY COUNCIL NOT MAKE AN
APPOINTMENT OF AN ALTERNATE TO THE JUDICIARY AND FINANCE
SUBCOMMITTEE.
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Item 18
Joint Council/Agency Economic Development Subcommittee
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY MAYOR O?LEARY AND
UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY APPOINT COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN AND COUNCILMEMBER COOPER
TO THE JOINT COUNCIL/AGENCY ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT SUBCOMMITTEE.
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Item 19
Joint Culver City Unified School District/City Council Liaison
Subcommittee
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY
COUNCIL/REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPOINT MAYOR O?LEARY AND
COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA TO THE CULVER CITY UNIFIED SCHOOL
DISTRICT/CITY COUNCIL LIAISON SUBCOMMITTEE.
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Item 20
Animal Control Subcommittee
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINT
MAYOR O?LEARY AND COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA TO THE ANIMAL CONTROL
SUBCOMMITTEE.
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Item 21
Los Angeles Airport Expansion Traffic Impact Subcommittee
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY MAYOR O?LEARY AND
UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINT
COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN AND COUNCILMEMBER COOPER TO THE LAX
AIRPORT EXPANSION TRAFFIC IMPACT SUBCOMMITTEE.
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Item 22
Sustainability Subcommittee
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINT
COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN AND COUNCILMEMBER COOPER TO THE
SUSTAINABILITY SUBCOMMITTEE.
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Item 23
City Council/Commission Subcommittee
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, indicated that
the City Council had given staff sufficient direction to bring
a final document forward in June; and he noted the staff
recommendation to dissolve the Subcommittee.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
DISSOLVE THE CITY COUNCIL/COMMISSION SUBCOMMITTEE. 17
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Item 24
Regional Development and Traffic Mitigation Subcommittee
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY VICE MAYOR
MALSIN, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINT
VICE MAYOR MALSIN AND COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN TO THE REGIONAL
DEVELOPMENT AND TRAFFIC MITIGATION SUBCOMMITTEE.
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Item 25
Regional Oil Operations Subcommittee
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY MAYOR O?LEARY AND
UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINT
COUNCILMEMBER COOPER AND COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN TO THE
REGIONAL OIL OPERATIONS SUBCOMMITTEE.
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Item 26
Agenda Format Subcommittee
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, reported that
the final item would be coming forward in June and staff
recommended dissolution of the Agenda Format Subcommittee.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBERMALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
DISSOLVE THE AGENDA FORMAT SUBCOMMITTEE.
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Item 27
Youth Advisory Subcommittee
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINT
COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA AND MAYOR O?LEARY TO THE YOUTH ADVISORY
SUBCOMMITTEE. 18
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Item 28
Affordable Housing Subcommittee
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBERMALSIN, SECONDED BY MAYOR O?LEARY AND
UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINT
COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA AND COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN TO THE
AFFORDABLE HOUSING SUBCOMMITTEE.
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1-B2. APPOINTMENTS TO REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY BOARD ONLY
SUBCOMMITTEES REQUIRING ADOPTION OF A MOTION.
Item 29
Ad Hoc Washington/National Subcommittee
MOVED BY VICE MAYOR MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY APPOINT AGENCY CHAIR MALSIN AND AGENCY MEMBER O?LEARY
TO THE AD HOC WASHINGTON/NATIONAL SUBCOMMITTEE.
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Item 30
Ad Hoc Hayden Tract Subcommittee
MOVED BY VICE MAYOR MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY APPOINT AGENCY CHAIR MALSIN AND AGENCY MEMBER WEISSMAN
TO THE AD HOC HAYDEN TRACT SUBCOMMITTEE.
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Item 31
Ad Hoc Sepulveda Subcommittee
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER COOPER, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY APPOINT AGENCY MEMBER COOPER AND AGENCY MEMBER WEISSMAN
TO THE AD HOC SEPULVEDA SUBCOMMITTEE. 19
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Item 32
Ad Hoc West Washington Boulevard Subcommittee
MOVED BY VICE MAYOR MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER COOPER,
AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY APPOINT
AGENCY MEMBER ARMENTA AND AGENCY CHAIR MALSIN TO THE AD HOC
WEST WASHINGTON BOULEVARD SUBCOMMITTEE.
Councilmember Armenta requested a summary of all
appointments.
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Public Comment for Items Not on the Agenda – continued.
Mayor O?Leary invited public participation.
The following members of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Meghan Sahli Wells, representing the Culver City Bicycle
Coalition, questioned whether bicycle infrastructure had been
taken into consideration with the approval of preliminary
plans for West Washington Boulevard.
Councilmember Malsin indicated that sharrows were designated
for West Washington Boulevard.
Gary Silbiger noted that for decades the City Council had not
recovered 100% of costs for Building and Safety, Engineering,
Preferential Parking, Planning, Fire and Police, and other
fees; he expressed concern with the economic situation
negatively affecting City personnel and services; discussed
the recovery of money by Culver City compared to other area
cities; and losses as a result of subsidizing City fees.
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Receipt of Correspondence
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
RECEIVE AND FILE CORRESPONDENCE. 20
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Items from Staff
No action was taken on this item.
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Items from the City Council
Items Presented by Councilmember Armenta:
Received clarification that the legal nonconforming issue
brought up by the development on Vinton Avenue would come
before the City Council in July.
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Items Presented by Councilmember Weissman:
Inquired whether cost recovery would be discussed during
the June budget meetings
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff
regarding fee adjustments; cost recovery; a request for a
discussion of cost recovery policies; placing additional
demands on staff time; and reviewing the previous
decision.
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Items Presented by Councilmember Malsin:
Extended an invitation to attend a performance of Culver
City Performing Arts grant recipients The Definiens
Project at the Julian Dixon Library on May 14, 2011.
Encouraged everyone to attend Art Walk Culver City on
June 4, 2011.
Expressed appreciation to City staff for their work
supporting the Car Show, in particular to Jeremy Green.
Reported attending the Education Foundation?s “Tribute to
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Items Presented by Councilmember Armenta:
Inquired about who has responsibility for the right of
way on the east end of Washington Boulevard between La
Cienega Boulevard and Cattaraugus Avenue.
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff
regarding upkeep of the sidewalk; encouraging maintenance
in advance of Art Walk; a suggestion to send a letter
encouraging businesses to maintain the area; landscaping;
clarification of the municipal code regarding
responsibilities; and the status of a small billboard on
Washington Boulevard.
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Items Presented by Mayor O’Leary:
Passed on a package to staff from a vertical farming
technology company who will be sending a representative
from Japan to visit the City in upcoming months.
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Adjournment
There being no further business, at 9:24 p.m., the City
Council adjourned its meeting to a meeting to be held on May
23, 2011.
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Ela Valladares
DEPUTY CITY CLERK of the City of Culver City, California
EX-OFFICIO CLERK of the City Council, City of Culver City,
California
APPROVED
MICHEÁL O?LEARY
MAYOR of the City of Culver City, California
THESE MINUTES ARE NOT OFFICIAL
UNTIL APPROVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OF THE May 23, 2011
CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF CULVER CITY, 5:00 p.m.
CALIFORNIA
Call to Order & Roll Call
The meeting of the City Council was called to order at 5:00
p.m.
Present: Micheál O„Leary, Mayor
D. Scott Malsin, Vice Mayor
Christopher Armenta, Councilmember
Jeffrey Cooper, Councilmember
Andrew Weissman, Councilmember
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Closed Session
The City Council adjourned to Closed Session to discuss the
following items:
CS-1 Conference with Labor Negotiators
City designated representatives: City Manager John Nachbar;
Director of Human Resources Serena Wright
Employee Organization: Culver City Employees Association;
Culver City Management Group; Culver City Police Officers
Association; Culver City Fire Fighters Association; Culver
City Police Management Group; Culver City Fire Management
Association
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
CS-2 Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation
Re: Community Health Councils, Inc., City of Culver City,
et al., v. County of Los Angeles
Case No. BS118018 (Re County Community Standards District
for Oil Drilling Operations)
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a)
CS-3 Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation
Re: Significant Exposure to Litigation – (2 items)
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(b)(1) 2
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Closed Session
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CS-4 Public Employee Performance Evaluation
Title: Chief of Police
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957
CS-5 Conference with Real Property Negotiators
Re: 10866 Culver Boulevard
City Negotiator: John Nachbar, City Manager; Martin Cole,
Assistant City Manager
Other Parties Negotiators: Friends of the Culver City Scout
House and Culver City Rock and Mineral Club
Under Negotiation: Both Terms and Price
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
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Recess
The City Council recessed to Closed Session at 5:00 p.m.
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Reconvene
The City Council reconvened its meeting at 7:13 p.m. with
all Councilmembers present.
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Closed Session Report
Mayor O?Leary indicated there was nothing to report out of
closed session.
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Invocation/Pledge of Allegiance
The Invocation was given by John Nachbar, City Manager, and
the Pledge of Allegiance was led by Bob Martz.
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Presentations
Item P-1
Presentation of a Commendation to Mr. Bob Martz, Senior of
the Year
Mayor O?Leary read the commendation in its entirety and
presented it to Bob Martz.
Bob Martz thanked the City for the commendation.
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Item P-2
Presentation of a Commendation to Mr. Ernie Mulder,
Equipment Maintenance and Fleet Services Division Employee
of the Year
Councilmember Weissman read the commendation in its entirety
and presented the commendation to Ernie Mulder.
Ernie Mulder thanked the City for the honor and noted that
there were many other deserving employees in the City.
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Item P-3
Presentation of a Commendation to Mr. Manuel Flores, Bus
Operator of the Year
Councilmember Cooper read the commendation in its entirety
and presented the commendation to Manuel Flores.
Manuel Flores thanked the City Council and staff for the
honor.
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Announcements
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, reported
that staff was requesting that Action Item A-2 be deferred
to the June 6, 2011 agenda.
Councilmember Malsin announced ArtWalk Culver City on June
4, 2011.
Mayor O?Leary highlighted the opportunity for Public
Comment for Items on the Agenda for those audience members
who are not able to wait until the specific item is called.
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Public Comment – Items Not on the Agenda
Mayor O?Leary invited public comment.
The following members of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Larry Turkheimer, LA TRI Club reported on the success of
the “Coast to Coast Swim Challenge” at the Plunge and
thanked City staff for their hard work.
Karen Coyle, Parliamentarian, Culver City Historical
Society, discussed recent donations to the Society; new
markers for historical sites; she announced the annual
picnic on July 20, 2011 and encouraged everyone to come
visit the Historical Society.
Vicki Daly Redhlotz and Marianne Green, Culver City Parks,
Recreation and Community Services Commissioners, announced
a presentation by Ernie Powell of AARP on Elder Abuse at
the Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission
meeting at the Senior Center on June 7, 2011. Ms. Greene
noted that the Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Commission presentation was the second of a series; she
thanked the City Council for their support; discussed
Senior Abuse; and she invited everyone to attend. 5
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Public Comment
(continued)
Matthew Hetz, Culver City Symphony Orchestra, announced
their final concert of the season on June 11, 2011 and he
thanked the City for the new lights in Veterans Auditorium.
David Walden discussed actions of the Culver City
Paramedics that saved his life and he asked the City not to
cut their funding.
Dave Kelshiemer, Team Santa Monica, provided background on
the swim team; noted that they operate at the Culver City
Plunge; he expressed support for groups paying full fees
rather than a subsidized rate; he supported efforts to
increase usage of the Plunge; and he welcomed Daniel
Hernandez, the new Director of Parks, Recreation and
Community Services.
Monique Shelton provided an update on Team Santa Monica;
she expressed appreciation for the facility and recent
upgrades; and she thanked the City for allowing them to use
the facility.
Linda Sparling discussed her family?s experience at the
Plunge and participating in Team Santa Monica.
Brendan Capell, Optima Sport, expressed support for the
Plunge and invited everyone to an event on May 24, 2011
about the benefits of swimming for children in the
community at the Plunge.
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Public Comment – Items on the Agenda
Mayor O?Leary invited public participation.
There was no response.
Mayor O?Leary indicated that Item A-2 had been removed from
the agenda.
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Public Hearings
Item PH-1
Introduction of an Ordinance Repealing and Replacing
Subchapter 15.02.100 of the Culver City Municipal Code and
Adopting by Reference the 2010 California Building Standards
Administrative Code, 2010 California Building Code, 2010
California Residential Building Code, 2010 California
Electrical Code, 2010 California Mechanical Code, 2010
California Plumbing Code, 2010 California Energy Code, 2010
California Historical Building Code, 2010 Existing Building
Code, 2010 California Green Building Standards Code, and 2010
California Reference Standards Code.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
RECEIVE AND FILE THE AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION AND POSTING OF
NOTICES.
Staff provided a summary of the material of record.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
MALSIN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE
OPENED.
Mayor O?Leary invited public comment.
There was no response.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
MALSIN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE
CLOSED. 7
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Item PH-1
(continued)
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
INTRODUCE ORDINANCE NO. 2011-004 REPEALING AND REPLACING
SUBCHAPTER 15.02.100 OF THE CULVER CITY MUNICIPAL CODE AND
ADOPTING BY REFERENCE THE 2010 CALIFORNIA BUILDING STANDARDS
ADMINISTRATIVE CODE, 2010 CALIFORNIA BUILDING CODE, 2010
CALIFORNIA RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CODE, 2010 CALIFORNIA
ELECTRICAL CODE, 2010 CALIFORNIA MECHANICAL CODE, 2010
CALIFORNIA PLUMBING CODE, 2010 CALIFORNIA ENERGY CODE, 2010
CALIFORNIA HISTORICAL BUILDING CODE, 2010 EXISTING BUILDING
CODE, 2010 CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS CODE, AND 2010
CALIFORNIA REFERENCE STANDARDS CODE.
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Item PH-2
Introduction of an Ordinance (Zoning Code Amendment ZCA P-
2009183) Amending the Culver City Municipal Code to Reduce
Building Height and Increase Setback Requirements in the
Commercial Zones to Address Issues of Compatibility with
Abutting Residential Zones.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER COOPER, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
RECEIVE AND FILE THE AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION AND POSTING OF
NOTICES.
Sol Blumenfeld, Community Services Director, provided a
summary of the material of record.
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff regarding
possible developer tradeoffs regarding setbacks and height,
and clarification that the motion of the Planning Commission
had passed with four Councilmembers in support and one absent.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE
OPENED.
Mayor O?Leary invited public comment. 8
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Item PH-2
(continued)
The following members of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Eleanor Osgood requested that staff, the Commission and the
City Council never lose sight of the environmental impact of
developments on a neighborhood, and she requested that staff
address issues with alleged inadequate notification to
neighborhood groups who have previously requested notification
for specific issues.
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, clarified
notification procedures.
Rich Waters discussed the impacts of commercial development
on the Gateway and Downtown Neighborhood Associations; and
he noted the importance of maintaining the character of the
City.
Councilmember Armenta received clarification regarding
development information available on the City website.
Alice Prasad, Associate Analyst, read written comments
submitted by:
Julie Lugo Cerra
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER COOPER, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE PUBLIC HEARING BE
CLOSED.
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff regarding
suggestions from Julie Lugo Cerra; a suggestion to postpone
action on the item; the balance between compatibility with
residences and supporting development; density bonuses;
increased open space and off street parking; successful
changes in the Zoning Code; concerns with restricting the tax
base of the City by discouraging development; development
standards; the mixed use ordinance; the residential component
of projects; the transition of neighborhoods; commercial
development; the economic analysis; impacts of the changes;
decreasing the front setback for non-residential development;
and decreased nighttime noise from non-residential properties. 9
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Item PH-2
(continued)
Further discussion ensued regarding split jurisdiction
properties; matching standards of surrounding jurisdictions;
reducing the likelihood of development next to low density
residential; respecting the lives of the adjacent neighbors
while allowing for profitable development of businesses in the
City; a suggestion for a public hearing or workshop to receive
feedback; the importance of sensitivity to adjacent
residential neighbors; considering developments on a case by
case basis; tradeoffs in setbacks and height; clarification
that currently no front setback is required; financial
impacts; continuing dialogue; notification on the website;
basing notification on expressed interests; the importance of
a negative fiscal impact and balancing the interests of
residents and businesses; and a request for more detailed
information from the Planning Commission.
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, clarified that
since questions posed by the City Council had the potential to
significantly change this item, staff would re-notice a new
public hearing at the appropriate time.
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Joint Consent Item
Item JC-1
(1) Approval of an Encroachment Permit Agreement with Century
Wilshire Incorporated for Installation of Public Right-of-Way
Improvements Adjacent to the Culver Hotel, and (2) Review and
Approval of Plans and Specifications for Improvements to the
Culver Hotel.
Mayor O?Leary invited public comment.
There was no response. 10
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Item JC-1
(continued)
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. APPROVE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS FOR THE AGENCY-FUNDED
IMPROVEMENTS ADJACENT TO THE CULVER HOTEL;
2. APPROVE AN ENCROACHMENT PERMIT AGREEMENT FOR THE CULVER
HOTEL AWNING, ILLUMINATED BOLLARDS, SIDEWALK UP LIGHTS, FIRE
ESCAPE APPARATUS AND SIGNAGE; AND
3. AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY TO REVIEW/PREPARE THE NECESSARY
DOCUMENTS; AND
4. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SUCH DOCUMENTS ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY AND AGENCY, RESPECTIVELY.
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Item JC-2
Approval of a Three Party Professional Services Agreement
with Moss, Levy & Hartzheim, LLP to Provide Independent
Auditing Services.
Mayor O?Leary invited public comment.
There was no response.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. APPROVE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MOSS, LEVY &
HARTZHEIM, LLC FOR A TERM CONCLUDING ON DECEMBER 31, 2014
(WITH AN EXTENSION OF AN ADDITIONAL TWO YEARS SUBJECT TO THE
APPROVAL OF THE CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR) IN AN AMOUNT
NOT TO EXCEED $69,570.00 PER YEAR; AND
2. AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY TO REVIEW/PREPARE THE NECESSARY
DOCUMENTS; AND
3. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SUCH DOCUMENTS ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY AND AGENCY, RESPECTIVELY. 11
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Consent Calendar
Mayor O?Leary invited public comment.
There was no response.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
MALSIN, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
APPROVE CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS C-1 THROUGH C-4, C-6 THROUGH
C-8, C-10, C-11 AND C-13.
Item C-1
Meeting Minutes
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR
MEETING OF APRIL 25, 2011 AS SUBMITTED.
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Item C-2
Cash Disbursements
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE CASH DISBURSEMENTS FOR APRIL
30, 2011 – MAY 13, 2011.
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Item C-3
Adoption of a Resolution Initiating Proceedings for the
Levy and Collection of Annual Assessments for the West
Washington Benefit Assessment District Number One and
Ordering the Preparation of the Engineer’s Report Thereon
for Fiscal Year 2011/2012.
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R049
INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF
ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS FOR THE WEST WASHINGTON BENEFIT
ASSESSMENT DISTRICT NUMBER ONE AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION
OF THE ENGINEER?S REPORT THEREON FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012.
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Item C-4
Adoption of a Resolution Initiating Proceedings for the Levy
and Collection of Annual Assessments for the West Washington
Benefit Assessment District Number Two and Ordering the
Preparation of the Engineer’s Report Thereon for Fiscal Year
2011/2012.
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R048
INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL
ASSESSMENTS FOR THE WEST WASHINGTON BENEFIT ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT NUMBER TWO AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF THE
ENGINEER?S REPORT THEREON FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012.
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Item C-6
Acceptance of Dedication of a Portion of Real Property at 8770
and 8786 Washington Boulevard for Public Roadway Purposes.
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. ACCEPT THE DEDICATION ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC; AND
2. AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY TO REVIEW/PREPARE THE NECESSARY
DOCUMENTS; AND,
3. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SUCH DOCUMENTS ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY.
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Item C-7
Adoption of a Resolution Initiating Proceedings for the Levy
and Collection of Annual Assessments for the Albright Avenue
Streetlight Assessment District and Ordering the Preparation
of the Engineer’s Report Thereon for Fiscal Year 2011/2012.
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R046
INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL
ASSESSMENTS FOR THE ALBRIGHT AVENUE STREETLIGHT ASSESSMENT
DISTRICT AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEER?S REPORT
THEREON FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012. 13
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Item C-8
(1) Acceptance of Work Performed by Jeff Tracy dba Land Forms
Landscape Construction, Inc.; (2) Authorization to File a
Notice of Completion; and (3) Authorization to Release the
Retention Payment after the Expiration of the 35-Day Lien
Period, for the Ballona Creek Bikeway and Landscaping
Improvement Project, P-900, Federal Aid No. ESPL 5240 (021).
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. ACCEPT THE WORK PERFORMED BY LAND FORMS LANDSCAPE
CONSTRUCTION, INC. FOR THE CONSTRUCTION OF BALLONA CREEK
BIKEWAY AND LANDSCAPE IMPROVEMENT PROJECT, P-900, FEDERAL AID
NO. 5240 (021); AND,
2. APPROVE THE FINAL CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT AMOUNT OF
$655,145.09; AND,
3. AUTHORIZE THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR/CITY ENGINEER TO
EXECUTE THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION AND SUBMIT IT TO THE LOS
ANGELES COUNTY RECORDER?S OFFICE; AND
4. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO RELEASE $65,514.51 IN
RETENTION TO LAND FORMS LANDSCAPE CONSTRUCTION, INC. AFTER THE
EXPIRATION OF THE 35-DAY LIEN PERIOD.
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Item C-10
Adoption of Resolution a Initiating Proceedings for the Levy
and Collection of Annual Assessments for the Landscape
Maintenance District Number 1 and Ordering the Preparation of
the Engineer’s Report Thereon for Fiscal Year 2011/2012.
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R043
INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL
ASSESSMENTS FOR THE LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT NUMBER 1
(LMD#1) AND ORDERING THE PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEER?S REPORT
THERE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012.
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Item C-11
Adoption of a Resolution Initiating Proceedings for the Levy
and Collection of Annual Assessments for the Sewer User’s
Service Charge and Ordering the Preparation of the Engineer’s
Report Thereon for Fiscal Year 2011/2012.
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R044
INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL
ASSESSMENTS FOR THE SEWER USER?S SERVICE CHARGE AND ORDERING
THE PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEER?S REPORT THEREON FOR FISCAL
YEAR 2011/2012.
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Item C-13
Approval of the Revised Classification Specifications for
Firefighter and Fire Captain.
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE THE REVISED CLASSIFICATION
SPECIFICATIONS FOR FIREFIGHTER AND FIRE CAPTAIN.
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The following Consent Calendar items were discussed and voted
on separately:
Item C-5
Approval of an Agreement with Culver City Little League for
the Use of Culver City Park Sports Fields.
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff regarding
the method for calculating reduced rates; verification methods
for confirming that a majority of Culver City residents
participate; agreement to update information to reflect the
new Director of Parks, Recreation and Community Services; the
baseball skills clinic; corrections to typos; clarification
regarding the expectation of having an agreement in place
prior to next year?s Little League season; and a suggestion to
authorize an extension of the agreement for a one year term
with the same terms. 15
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Item C-5
(continued)
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH THE CULVER CITY LITTLE LEAGUE FOR
THE USE OF CULVER CITY PARK SPORTS FIELDS; AND,
2. AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY TO REVIEW/PREPARE THE NECESSARY
DOCUMENTS; AND,
3. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SUCH DOCUMENTS ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY.
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Item C-9
Adoption of a Resolution Initiating Proceedings for the Levy
and Collection of Annual Assessments for the Higuera Street
Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District and Ordering the
Preparation of the Engineer’s Report Thereon for Fiscal Year
2011/2012
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff regarding
background on this item and the decision to continue to
include the parkway in the assessment district.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT
RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R047 INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE LEVY
AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS FOR THE HIGUERA STREET
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE DISTRICT AND ORDERING THE
PREPARATION OF THE ENGINEER?S REPORT THEREON FOR FISCAL YEAR
2011/2012.
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Public Comment - Items on the Agenda
Mayor O?Leary noted earlier confusion with “Public Comment
for Items on the Agenda” and he requested public comment.
The following member of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Marilyn Hess introduced herself noting that she was
interested in a position on the Cultural Affairs
Commission.
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Consent Calendar - continued
Item C-12
Approval of a New Professional Services Agreement with West
Coast Arborists for Citywide Tree Trimming Services for a Term
of Five Years.
Mayor O?Leary invited public participation.
The following members of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Eleanor Osgood requested clear guidelines in the contract with
West Coast Arborists (WCA) that would benefit wildlife; she
commended staff for inserting language that restricts months
of tree trimming and required inspection of trees for nests
but she felt the restrictions were inadequate; she discussed
the number of species that nest in the City; tree trimming
during the nesting season; migratory and Federal law; she
requested that stronger language be inserted in the contract;
clarified that nesting season is between March and August; and
provided a tree trimming guide to the City Council.
Rich Waters provided a picture to illustrate the difficulty of
finding bird?s nests in trees; discussed the decline of bird
species; he noted that the current contract was in violation
of the Federal Migration Act and the state code; and he
discussed the nesting season. 17
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Item C-12
(continued)
Alice Prasad, Associate Analyst, read written comments
submitted by:
Doris Levy
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff regarding
additions to the contract; feasibility of limiting trimming in
March and April; requirements to inspect trees for nests
before trimming; the large number of trees in the City to be
trimmed; concerns with restricting the amount of time allowed
to trim trees; cost implications to limiting the time allowed
to trim; the specific tree trimming schedule; agreement to
ensure that WCA meets requirements; and clarification that
requirements will be included in a new agreement for services
between the City and WCA.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. APPROVE A FIVE YEAR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
WEST COAST ARBORISTS IN THE AMOUNT OF $651,979.00 PER YEAR FOR
THE FIRST THREE YEARS, $671,593.00 IN YEAR FOUR AND
$691,685.00 IN YEAR FIVE; AND,
2. AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY TO REVIEW/PREPARE THE NECESSARY
DOCUMENTS; AND,
3. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SUCH DOCUMENTS ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY.
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Public Comment - Items on the Agenda - continued
Mayor O?Leary noted confusion earlier with “Public Comment
for Items on the Agenda” and he requested public comment.
The following members of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Jeffrey Melnick indicated that he was applying for a
position on the Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Commission and he provided background on himself and his
qualifications to serve.
Joel Forman requested reappointment to the Advisory Committee
on Redevelopment (ACOR).
Kevin Klowden requested reappointment to the LAX Advisory
Committee.
Evlynne Householder provided background on herself and
indicated that she was an applicant to the Parks, Recreation
and Community Services Commission.
Phillip D. Johnson introduced himself as an applicant for the
LAX Advisory Committee.
Alexander Lee indicated that he was an applicant for the
Disability Advisory Committee and he provided background on
himself and his qualifications.
Grace Elliott provided background on herself as an applicant
to the Disability Advisory Committee.
Vicki Daly Redholtz discussed her application to serve on the
Civil Service Commission.
Jeff Renzi provided background on himself and reported his
application to the LAX Advisory Committee.
David Voncannon discussed his application to ACOR and provided
background on himself.
Linda Smith Frost provided background on herself and asked for
reappointment to the Planning Commission. 19
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Public Comment
(continued)
Marla Koosed discussed her service to the Cultural Affairs
Commission and asked to be appointed again.
Catherine Yanda discussed her application to the Parks,
Recreation and Community Services Commission and requested
appointment.
Goran Eriksson expressed support for the appointment of
Catherine Yanda to the Parks, Recreation and Community
Services Commission.
Michael Hamill provided background on himself and requested
appointment to the Civil Service Commission.
Kevin D. Greber provided background on himself and requested
appointment to the Civil Service, Cultural Affairs, or the
Parks, Recreation and Community Commission.
Darrel Menthe requested appointment to the Civil Service
Commission and provided background on himself.
Leonardo V. Wilborn discussed his application to the Landlord
Tenant Mediation Committee and discussed his experience.
Kyle Jones expressed interest in applying for the Landlord
Tenant Mediation Board.
Keith M. Jones requested support to extend the area
improvement plan to the end of Washington Boulevard.
Howard Sher requested extension of the landscape median
project to the end of Washington Boulevard.
Erin Olf expressed support for extending the façade
improvement program down Washington Boulevard.
Ellie Bertwell expressed support for extending the median and
façade improvement program to the end of Washington Boulevard.
Brian Treanor discussed Federal Safe Route to School funding
for Culver City and questioned how the Bicycle Safety and
Master Plan was being implemented. 20
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Joint Action Items
Item J-1
Appointments and/or Reappointments to the Planning Commission,
Parks, Recreation and Community Services Commission, Civil
Service Commission, Cultural Affairs Commission, Disability
Advisory Committee, Los Angeles Airport Advisory Committee;
Committee on Homelessness; Advisory Committee on Redevelopment
and the Landlord-Tenant Mediation Board.
Mayor O?Leary invited public comment.
There was no response.
The City Council expressed appreciation to the applicants and
support for citizen involvement, and suggested that those who
are not appointed continue to apply, and to attend meetings
for the Commissions and Committees they are interested in.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
MALSIN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
REAPPOINT LINDA SMITH FROST TO FILL OFFICE NO. 1 AS PLANNING
COMMISSIONER TO THE PLANNING COMMISSION FOR A FOUR YEAR TERM,
EXPIRING JUNE 30, 2015.
Councilmember Malsin and Mayor O?Leary thanked Vicki Daly
Redholtz for her service to the Parks, Recreation and
Community Services Commission.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINT
CATHERINE YANDA TO FILL OFFICE NO. 2 AS PARKS AND RECREATION
COMMISSIONER TO THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION FOR A FOUR
YEAR TERM, EXPIRING JUNE 30, 2015.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINT
VICKI DALY REDHOLTZ TO FILL OFFICE NO. 4 AS CIVIL SERVICE
COMMISSIONER TO THE CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSION FOR A FOUR-YEAR
TERM, EXPIRING JUNE 30, 2015 AND REAPPOINT DAN GALLAGHER TO
FILL OFFICE NO. 5 AS CIVIL SERVICE COMMISSIONER TO THE CIVIL
SERVICE COMMISSION FOR A FOUR YEAR TERM, EXPIRING JUNE 30,
2015. 21
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Item J-1
(continued)
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER COOPER, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
REAPPOINT MARLA KOOSED TO FILL OFFICE NO. 4 AS CULTURAL
AFFAIRS COMMISSIONER TO THE CULTURAL AFFAIRS COMMISSION FOR A
FOUR YEAR TERM, EXPIRING JUNE 30, 2015.
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff regarding
expansion of the Disability Advisory Committee; and
clarification that the item would return to the City Council
for additional appointments if the Committee is expanded.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINT
GRACE ELLIOT TO FILL OFFICE NO. 3 AS A MEMBER OF THE
DISABILITY ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR A FOUR YEAR TERM, EXPIRING
JUNE 30, 2015.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
REAPPOINT KEVIN KLOWDEN AS A MEMBER OF THE LOS ANGELES AIRPORT
ADVISORY COMMITTEE FOR A THREE-YEAR TERM, EXPIRING JUNE 30,
2014.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
APPOINT KAREN LAMP, JAMES WRIGHT, CHRISTOPHER KING, AND
EVLYNNE HOUSEHOLDER AS MEMBERS TO THE COMMITTEE ON
HOMELESSNESS FOR A THREE YEAR TERM, EXPIRING ON JUNE 30, 2014.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
MALSIN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPOINT
JOEL FOREMAN, VERNON TAYLOR, KEVIN LACHOFF, AND DAVID
VONCANNON, FOR A FOUR YEAR TERM, EXPIRING JUNE 30, 2015; AND
DIRECT STAFF TO CONTINUE RECRUITMENT FOR THE FIFTH VACANCY.
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff regarding
late applications for the Landlord Tenant Mediation Board;
bringing the item back versus making the appointment subject
to review of the late applications; and re-advertising for
open positions. 22
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Item J-1
(continued)
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
MALSIN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. REAPPOINT JUDY SCOTT AS LANDLORD REPRESENTATIVE ON THE
LANDLORD-TENANT MEDIATION BOARD, TO SERVE A TERM OF THREE
YEARS, EXPIRING JUNE 30, 2014; AND
2. APPOINT LEONARDO WILBORN AS MEMBER AT LARGE REPRESENTATIVE
ON THE LANDLORD-TENANT MEDIATION BOARD, TO SERVE A TERM OF
THREE YEARS, EXPIRING JUNE 30, 2014; AND
3. DIRECT STAFF TO CONTINUE RECRUITMENT FOR THE TENANT
REPRESENTATIVE POSITION AND FOR THE TENANT ALTERNATE POSITION.
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Item J-2
Consideration of a Sponsorship Request from The Method Fest
Film Festival.
Susan Obrow, Performing Arts and Special Events Coordinator,
presented a summary of the material of record
Councilmember Weissman received clarification regarding the
amount of the sponsorship request.
Mayor O?Leary invited public participation.
The following members of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Robert Faust felt that the City deserved a world-class film
festival and he expressed support for City sponsorship.
Don Franken provided a presentation on the Method Fest to
provide background on the event and discussed benefits to the
City of sponsoring the event.
Seth Carmichael provided background on himself; discussed the
Method Fest; and asked that the City sponsor the Festival. 23
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Item J-2
(continued)
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff regarding
City budget issues related to the difficult economic climate
and other options for the Festival to explore for
sponsorships.
At this time, Don Franken asserted that the festival would pay
for itself; noted that a title sponsor would be necessary; he
discussed establishing a partnership with the City; the
projected budget; current sponsors; and the inability to hold
the event without the support of the City.
Further discussion ensued between the City Council, staff and
Mr. Franken regarding budget issues; sponsorship at a reduced
level; the Los Angeles Film Festival; the openness of the City
to new events; the desirability of the City; the need for more
information; economic benefits to the City of Calabasas (where
the festival was previously held); and the special event
sponsorship policy.
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Item J-3
Adoption of a Position to Support SB 286 and any Subsequent
Legislation that is Essentially Similar to SB 286, Relating to
Redevelopment Reforms.
Shelly Wolfberg, Assistant to the City Manager, presented a
summary of the material of record.
Mayor O?Leary invited public participation.
The following member of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Jeff Kiernan, representing the League of California Cities,
reported the League?s opposition to the Governor?s proposed
elimination of Redevelopment Agencies and noted the importance
of support from Culver City. 24
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Item J-3
(continued)
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff regarding
support for the item; tax revenue generation; clarification
regarding constitutional amendments; voter approved bonds; the
generation of new tax revenue; a suggestion to craft a
compromise; addressing key legislator issues; and protecting
school funding.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
ADOPT A POSITION OF SUPPORT FOR SB 286 AND ANY SUBSEQUENT
LEGISLATION THAT IS ESSENTIALLY SIMILAR TO SB 286; ADD TAX
GENERATION AT BOTH THE LOCAL AND STATE LEVEL TO THE LIST OF
CRITERIA; AND DIRECT THE CITY MANAGER TO TRANSMIT THE
CITY?S/AGENCY?S POSITION LETTER TO CULVER CITY?S STATE
REPRESENTATIVES, THE CALIFORNIA REDEVELOPMENT ASSOCIATION,
THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES, AND OTHERS AS APPROPRIATE.
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Item J-4
Discussion Related to the Reuse of Vacant Gas Station Sites in
Redevelopment Component Area Number 4 and Vacant Commercial
Properties City-wide.
Staff presented a summary of the material of record.
Mayor O?Leary invited public participation.
There was no response.
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff regarding
long-term vacant properties; revenue generation; designs for
development for vacant properties; the status of specific
properties in the City; the amount of staff time involved;
fines and waivers; fees versus taxes; property maintenance
standards; incentive packages for preferred usage; addressing
chain link fences; and construction surrounds. 25
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Item J-4
(continued)
Further discussion ensued regarding creating a registry of
vacant properties; minimum standards for aesthetics;
environmental monitoring; long term lease holds; practices of
oil companies; effects of the economy on vacant lots;
redevelopment parcels; bids on vacant properties; dealing with
issues on an interim basis; concern with blight; incentives
and disincentives; vacant and poorly maintained commercial
property; agreement to separate the issues and focus on
maintenance; and instruction for staff to bring back further
information on the status of the program in Wilmington,
Delaware.
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Item J-5
Consideration of Area Improvement Plan Expansion along West
Washington Boulevard and Direct the City Manager as Deemed
Appropriate.
Sol Blumenfeld, Community Development Director, presented a
summary of the material of record
Mayor O?Leary invited public participation.
Alice Prasad, Associate Analyst, read written comments
submitted by:
Jeff Glass
Darren Kessner
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff
regarding appreciation for the work of Keith Jones; Costco;
support for the investment; the potential of the area;
support for West Washington Area Improvement Program and
expanding three additional phases (IV, V and VI); potential
benefits to property values in the area; integration of the
Master Bicycle Plan; the need for additional study; concern
regarding funding sources; projects that would be affected
as a consequence of the AIP proposal; and benefits to the
surrounding areas. 26
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Item J-5
(continued)
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER MALSIN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
ARMENTA AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
CONSIDER THE EXPANSION OF ADDITIONAL AREA IMPROVEMENT PLAN
AREAS ALONG WEST WASHINGTON BOULEVARD FROM BEETHOVEN STREET
TO WALNUT AVENUE TO THE WEST AND CENTINELA AVENUE TO
ATLANTIC AVENUE TO THE EAST AS PART OF THE AGENCY BOARD
ADOPTED BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2011/2012 AND DIRECT THE
CITY MANAGER AS DEEMED APPROPRIATE.
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Action Items
Item A-1
Adoption of a Resolution Approving a Two (2) Year Memorandum
of Understanding with the Culver City Management Group for the
Period of July 1, 2011 through June 30, 2013.
Councilmember Malsin recused himself from this item due to a
conflict of interest and exited the Council Chambers.
Serena Wright, Director of Human Resources, presented a
summary of the material of record.
Mayor O?Leary invited public participation.
The following member of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Glenn Heald, President of the Culver City Management Group,
made himself available for any questions that might arise.
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff regarding
support for the agreement; appreciation for the negotiating
team; the strong support for the agreement by the negotiating
team; and the constructive approach taken to managing the
unfunded and pension retiree medical liability future. 27
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Item A-1
(continued)
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN AND SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
COOPER, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R041
APPROVING A TWO (2) YEAR MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN
THE CITY AND THE CULVER CITY MANAGEMENT GROUP FOR THE PERIOD
OF JULY 1, 2011 THROUGH JUNE 30, 2013.
AYES: Councilmembers Armenta, Cooper, Weissman, O?Leary
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Councilmember Malsin
ABSENT: None
Councilmember Malsin returned to the Council Chambers.
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Item A-2
Adoption of a Resolution Approving an Executive Compensation
Plan.
The item was carried over to the Council Meeting of June 6,
2011.
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Item A-3
Approval of a Streetlight Pole Banner Installation Featuring
Swimmers from the Culver City Municipal Plunge.
Christine Byers, Public Art and Historic Preservation
Coordinator, presented a summary of the material of record.
Mayor O?Leary invited public participation.
The following member of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Tony Pappas noted that there were no copies of the agenda
available at the back of the auditorium and he felt the way
the meetings are run is confusing as there is not a clear
separation between the City Council and the Redevelopment
Agency.
Alice Prasad, Associate Analyst, read written comments
submitted by:
Barry Shore
Michelle Bernardin
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff regarding
banner content.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER ARMENTA, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. APPROVE THE STREETLIGHT POLE BANNER INSTALLATION BASED ON
AN ART CONCEPT BY JUDY STARKMAN FEATURING PHOTOGRAPHS OF
SWIMMERS FROM THE CULVER CITY MUNICIPAL PLUNGE; AND
2. AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY TO REVIEW/PREPARE THE NECESSARY
DOCUMENTS; AND,
3. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SUCH DOCUMENTS ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY.
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Item A-4
Adoption of a Resolution Approving the Format of the City
Council Agenda
Mayor O?Leary invited public participation.
The following members of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Tony Pappas expressed opposition to this agenda item.
Egon Monostory expressed opposition to this agenda item.
Discussion ensued between the City Council and staff
regarding the ceding of speaker time for items on the
agenda; clarification on the definition of the word “cede”;
discretion of the Mayor or Chair regarding late cards; the
three minute time limit; the “Public Comment for Items on
the Agenda” section; the difficulty of creating cohesive
minutes unless comments regarding agenda items are made
when the item is considered; the option to change the order
of the agenda; and a suggestion that an explanation of
“Public Comment for Items On the Agenda” be placed on the
cover sheet and not included on the agenda itself.
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER COOPER AND SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
MALSIN, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2011-R042
APPROVING THE FORMAT OF THE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA.
AYES: Councilmembers Cooper, Malsin, O?Leary
NOES: Councilmembers Armenta, Weissman
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
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Public Comment for Items Not on the Agenda – continued.
Mayor O?Leary invited public participation.
There was no response.
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Receipt of Correspondence
MOVED BY COUNCILMEMBER WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCILMEMBER
MALSIN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL RECEIVE
AND FILE CORRESPONDENCE.
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Items from Staff
Items Presented by Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City
Clerk:
Discussed the schedule of upcoming meetings.
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Items from the City Council
Items Presented by Councilmember Malsin:
Requested an update on the requests for proposals for
Parcel B.
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Adjournment
There being no further business, at 11:40 p.m., the City
Council adjourned its meeting to a meeting to be held on June
6, 2011.
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Ela Valladares
DEPUTY CITY CLERK of the City of Culver City, California
EX-OFFICIO CLERK of the City Council, City of Culver City,
California
APPROVED
MICHEÁL O?LEARY
MAYOR of the City of Culver City, California