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THESE MINUTES ARE NOT OFFICIAL
UNTIL APPROVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE June 2, 2015
CITY COUNCIL 7:00 p.m.
CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA
Call to Order & Roll Call
Mayor O'Leary called the Special Meeting of the City Council
to order at 7:00 p.m. in the Syd Kronenthal Recreation Room.
Present: Micheál O‘Leary, Mayor
Jim B. Clarke, Council Member
Meghan Sahli-Wells, Council Member
Absent: Andrew Weissman, Vice Mayor
Jeffrey Cooper, Council Member
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Pledge of Allegiance
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Vince Motyl.
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Joint Public Comment – Items Not on the Agenda
Mayor O'Leary invited public comment.
No cards were received and no speakers came forward.
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Receipt and Filing of Correspondence June 2, 2015
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MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER CLARKE AND SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER SAHLI-WELLS THAT THE CITY COUNCIL RECEIVE AND FILE
CORRESPONDENCE. THE MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: CLARKE, O'LEARY, SAHLI-WELLS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: COOPER, WEISSMAN
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Joint Action Items
Item J-1
JOINT CITY COUNCIL/PRCS COMMISSION AGENDA ITEM: (1)
Discussion of The Syd Kronenthal Park Playground
Rehabilitation Project and (2) Solicitation of Comments from
the Syd Kronenthal Park/Culver City East Neighborhood Related
to the Project and the Other Playground Site in Syd
Kronenthal Park
Mayor O'Leary reported that information from the meeting
would be conveyed to absent Council Members who were not able
to attend due to schedule conflicts, and he encouraged
attendees to study the concepts noting that there would be
additional opportunity for discussion before the final budget
hearing.
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, clarified
procedures for public speaking and for submitting comments.
Dan Hernandez, Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Director, provided a summary of the material of record.
Discussion ensued between Council Members, Commissioners and
staff regarding changing demographics in the City;
appreciation to the public for their input; the different
process as a result of public input; community input prior to
soliciting bids from a contractor; the process prescribed by
State law; transparency; and the time sensitive nature of
grants.
The following members of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Marta Zaragoza thanked the people who brought the issue June 2, 2015
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forward; discussed the importance of separating toddlers from
older children; safety; and concern with notification for the
meeting.
Mariana Quintanilla expressed appreciation for the special
meeting; discussed the process; the proposed sun shade;
reflecting the needs of the community; making sure that the
playground appeals to multiple senses; and reflecting the
value placed on children through the parks.
Justin Cole expressed concern that while the preschool is in
session, younger children are not allowed to go in the play
area even though the preschool rarely uses it, and he felt
that the people in the neighborhood should be able to use the
equipment from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
Vince Motyl thanked the City for recognizing the issue and
working to address it.
Erik Paesel discussed communication and outreach; indicated
that the neighborhood wanted something similar to the
playground equipment at Veterans Park; discussed the need for
playground equipment to address three different age groups;
he expressed support for option A; suggested combining the
toddler and pre-school groups as well as using bucket swings
and conventional swings; and he discussed other parks
recently re-done.
Mayor O'Leary discussed meeting procedures and indicated that
specific comments like that were needed and would be
appreciated in writing.
Ken Mand wanted to see everything remain on the fast track;
he discussed finalizing the design; consensus in the
community; and he offered to help.
Marrischia Davis indicated that she is a teacher working in
the classroom since 2001 for Culver City Parks and
Recreation; she discussed the importance of communication;
addressed the fact that the playground is closed noting that
the policy in place is for the safety of the younger
children; and she discussed the amount of outside play time
for the preschool children.
Theodore Alamillo indicated that he liked playing on the old
equipment as the new equipment is too hard to play on.
Mayor O'Leary received clarification from audience members June 2, 2015
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that they missed the swings.
Saundra Davis thanked the City Council and Commission for
having the meeting which illustrates the caring for the
community, and she asked about the posting of public notices.
Charles Babb felt that cognitive play was missing from the
blueprints; noted that children like to move things around;
and he wanted to see the companies bring in cognitive
development and imagination.
Mykeaia Clark noted that some of the new equipment requires
that parents participate; expressed concern with independent
play; discussed changes to Culver City Park; and she did not
feel there should be such a wide separation between the play
areas.
Discussion ensued between Council Members, Commissioners and
staff regarding the separation and distance between the play
areas; the importance of specific comments; the Playground
Safety Handbook; margins of safety; cognitive play vs.
physical play; the requirement that park equipment be
stationary; the posting of public notice; equipment that
requires parental involvement; following required processes;
including a not-to-exceed amount; the balance remaining from
the Prop. A grant; use it or lose it dollars; differences in
bids; clarification regarding what time the preschool
playground is available; efforts of the neighborhood that
created the playground at Veterans Park; strain on the City
budget; state mandates; efforts of citizens to raise money to
create the Dog Park in the City; a suggestion that the
neighborhood reach out and help improve the playground;
noticing and legal requirements; mixing and matching elements
of the different designs; the main component; stand alone
units; incorporating water and sand tables; the shade
structure; the importance of speaking your mind and being
proactive; QR codes; available resources; Culver City Living;
Parks and Recreation classes and other amenities in the City;
the process; the ability of present Council Members to
establish a number to consider with the full City Council in
the budget to fund park improvements; clarification that the
pre-school is a contract instructor; maximizing shared use;
making policies clear; opening up additional park space;
removing the exercise equipment at the other side of the park
to make room for toddler equipment; the chance to make sure
that the parks are connected with the neighborhood; Mom's
Clubs; ascertaining the preferred option from families in the June 2, 2015
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area; the availability of the meeting online; opportunities
for input; the importance of signage in the area; having
block captains deliver fliers for notification; other
locations for a toddler play area; the difficulty of
supervising different aged children in areas that are not
adjacent; feedback on the preferred designs so far; and the
process for obtaining bids.
Nicole Alamillo commented on the water and sand component;
discussed issues with the water element at the park on
Jefferson; and she wanted to make sure that would not be an
issue if a water element is included in the new area.
Dan Hernandez, Parks, Recreation and Community Services
Director indicated that he would discuss the water/element
concern with Ms. Alamillo.
Irene Dorsey discussed senior citizens in the area and she
wanted to make sure that notification goes out to everyone
including senior citizens who may not be computer savvy.
Marta Zaragoza wanted to make sure that the process was done
correctly this time; discussed money lost during the last
process because all the children were not considered; and she
noted the importance of shade structures.
Mariana Quintanilla discussed communication with Mom's Clubs
in the City; the popularity of Carlson Park; and making Syd
Kronenthal Park appealing for families.
Responding to Council Member Sahli-Wells, Ms. Quintanilla
clarified that her list included the presidents for the Mom's
Clubs in the City; she discussed signing up for notifications
on the City website; Nixle; and she agreed to spread the
word.
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, indicated
that all speakers who provided an email address would be
included in the notification process; and he discussed
signing up for notification on the City website.
Vince Motyl asserted that it was somewhat unrealistic to ask
for additional funding given the other pressing needs that
the City has, and he questioned what could be done with the
carryover funds.
Peggy Koyanagi felt that a mistake had been made in the June 2, 2015
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design of the playground improvements and that a standard
solution was not the correct option; she discussed finding
out who the design is for before moving forward; she
disagreed with separating the children; she cited other parks
in Los Angeles; budget limitations; and the importance of
having children learn from each other no matter the age.
Ken Mand discussed the water/sand table; the limited budget;
the shade structure; trees in the area; other pavilions
available; whether there would be two separate contracts for
equipment and installation; old minutes that referred to a
project in Fox Hills; and grant funding.
Justin Cole expressed support for signage regarding the pre-
school and clarity of communication; accommodating pre-school
children; money allocated; and he expressed concern that the
neighborhood was instructed to raise money.
Mykeia Clarke expressed opposition to separation of equipment
by age noting that she would not be able to supervise both of
her children if that were the case, and she expressed support
for the gate.
Additional discussion ensued between staff, Council Members
and Commissioners regarding consideration of input received;
addressing issues caused by the renovation; the need for
input regarding specific tradeoffs; and accommodating younger
children.
Mayor O'Leary proposed a motion that staff bring back a
budget item that includes a discussion of the most popular of
the structures with additions and subtractions as suggested
by public input as a General Fund item. Council Member Sahli-
Wells seconded the motion.
Further discussion ensued between Council Members,
Commissioners and staff regarding the original intent of the
grant; a feeling that the issue is not correcting something
that should have been done; using the carryover funds rather
than impacting the budget; having the community seek
additional funding; the tradition of neighborhoods banding
together to make things happen; the improvement of the
Veterans Park playground; different preferences amongst
children; communities that organize to help themselves;
limitations of the budget; people who are organizing for
Community Gardens; the importance of participating in your
community; determining the costs before moving forward; June 2, 2015
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improving transparency and public notice; future community
input; whether the public is equipped to make determinations
based upon plans; community input; specific targeted survey
questions; the pre-bid process; public notice and the
community conversation; whether a shade structure is
necessary; and a suggestion that the $61,000 be carried over
to the next project.
Additional discussion ensued between Council Members,
Commissioners and staff regarding the intent of the grant;
usage; carryover funds; authorization from the County; and
putting a line item in the budget.
Mayor O'Leary revised his motion to direct staff to return
with a cost estimate if the carryover funds are available for
consideration by the City Council before the budget is
finalized.
Discussion ensued between staff, Commissioners and Council
Members regarding the time frame to receive information from
the County; earmarking funds that can return to the General
Fund if the County does not provide their portion; having a
full discussion by the entire City Council; clarification
regarding the reference to making the changes as a mistake;
the need for additional information to move forward;
additional opportunities for public input; adding money from
the General Fund to complete the project; making everyone
feel welcome; the need for a site plan to request a scope
change; additional public comment on the choices available;
balancing the need for expediency with the need for input; a
deadline for the receipt of public comment; clarification
that no changes can be made once the proposal goes through
the County; the existence of no clear majority with respect
to neighborhood comments on the five proposed site plans; the
need for specific information and community consensus for a
specific site plan; the need for County approval and specific
costs; adopting the budget with assumptions; taking the time
needed to do the right project; making an informed decision;
the ability of the City Council to add an item to the budget
at any time; holding the item until information is available;
public notification; the feasibility of having the item on
the agenda for June 22; the required site plan; concern with
transparency; incorporating comments received; and submission
to the County.
Marta Zaragoza reported that the community would hold a
community meeting to determine their consensus and provide a June 2, 2015
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written report to the City Council within the next two weeks
for the June 22 meeting.
Additional discussion ensued between Council Members and Ms.
Zaragoza regarding using the comments to make decisions on
the site plan; what constitutes a community meeting; and the
notification process.
Further discussion ensued between Council Members regarding
continuing the discussion and working to address the issue
prior to budget approval.
MOVED BY MAYOR O'LEARY AND SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SAHLI-
WELLS THAT THE CITY COUNCIL DIRECT STAFF TO RETURN ON JUNE
22, 2015 WITH A CONCEPT AND COST ESTIMATE FOR CONSIDERATION
BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF A PROJECT THAT WILL ONLY MOVE FORWARD
IF THE CARRYOVER FUNDS ARE AVAILABLE FROM THE COUNTY. THE
MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: CLARKE, O'LEARY, SAHLI-WELLS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: COOPER, WEISSMAN
Additional discussion ensued between staff and Council
Members regarding clarification that the item brought forward
to the City Council on June 22, 2015 would contain a lot of
assumptions; the additional opportunity for public input;
that future park improvements will include notification on
site with ample opportunities for public input; and
appreciation to the Commission for their input.
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Public Comment – Items Not on the Agenda
Mayor O'Leary invited public comment.
No cards were received and no speakers came forward.
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Items from the City Council
Chair Stuart asked that the meeting be adjourned in memory of
Faith Mantooth, who was an integral part of establishment of
the Culver City Dog Park.
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Council Member Clarke reported that David Weissman had passed
away.
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Adjournment
There being no further business, at 9:18 p.m., the City
Council adjourned its meeting in memory of Faith Montooth
to Monday, June 8, 2015 at 7:00 p.m.
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Martin R. Cole
CITY CLERK of Culver City, California
EX-OFFICIO CLERK of the City Council
Culver City, California
MICHEÁL O‘LEARY
MAYOR of Culver City, California
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THESE MINUTES ARE NOT OFFICIAL
UNTIL APPROVED BY THE
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OF THE June 8, 2015
CITY COUNCIL 5:30 p.m.
CULVER CITY, CALIFORNIA
Call to Order & Roll Call
Mayor O'Leary called the meeting of the City Council to order
at 5:30 p.m. in the Mike Balkman Chambers at City Hall.
Present: Micheál O‘Leary, Mayor
Andrew Weissman, Vice Mayor
Jim B. Clarke, Council Member
Jeffrey Cooper, Council Member
Meghan Sahli-Wells, Council Member
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Closed Session
The City Council recessed to Closed Session to consider
the following items:
CS-1 Conference with Real Property Negotiators
Re: 9300 Culver Boulevard (Parcel B)
City and Successor Agency Negotiators: John Nachbar, City
Manager/Executive Director; Sol Blumenfeld, Community
Development Director/Assistant Executive Director; Todd
Tipton, Economic Development Manager, and Murray Kane, City
and Successor Agency Special Counsel
Other Parties Negotiators: Combined/Hudson 9300 Culver LLC.
Under Negotiation: Price, terms of payment or both, including
use restrictions, development obligations and other monetary
related considerations
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 June 8, 2015
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CS-2 Conference with Legal Counsel - Existing Litigation
Re: Karen Gibson-Roc et al. v. City of Culver City et al.
LASC Case No. BC 531502
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
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Reconvene
Mayor O'Leary reconvened the City Council meeting at 7:10
p.m. with all Council Members present.
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Report on Action Taken in Closed Session
Mayor O'Leary indicated 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 Michael Hamel.
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Presentations
Item P-1
Presentation by the Culver City Sister Committee, Inc. of
Mayor Park Kyung-chul of Iksan City, Republic of Korea,
Culver City's Sister City
Mayor Park Kyung-chul thanked Culver City for the special
Sister City relationship; discussed the history of the
relationship; thanked Mayor O'Leary and former Mayor Sahli-
Wells; and he introduced his assistant who translated the
remainder of his remarks regarding the visit of the Iksan
students to Culver City, Council Member Clarke's visit to
Iksan, changes in Iksan City since he has become Mayor, the
growing relationship with Culver City and becoming global
partners.
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Mayor O'Leary thanked Mayor Park Kyung-chul for visiting
Culver City; indicated that he also hoped to continue
building the relationship between the cities; and he
presented a gift for the City to the Mayor.
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, reported that
Mayor O'Leary and the City Council had presented other gifts
as well as the Key to the City to Mayor Park Kyung-chul
earlier in the evening.
Council Member Sahli-Wells thanked the Sister City Committee
for working to foster the 30 year relationship with Iksan
City, South Korea.
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Community Announcements by City Council Members/
Information Items from Staff
Council Member Clarke announced that the Culver City
Symphony Orchestra would be performing on June 13 at the
Kirk Douglas Theatre.
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER CLARKE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT WHEN THE MEETING IS
ADJOURNED THAT IT BE ADJOURNED IN MEMORY OF DAVID WEISSMAN,
CAROL LEANNA, AND CINDY KIRSCHNER.
Council Member Sahli-Wells invited everyone to attend a
Screening of Losing the West to benefit the Culver City
Education Foundation on June 9 at the Kirk Douglas Theatre
and the 62nd Annual Garden Club and Sale at the Teen Center
on June 27-28; she reported that she and Council Member
Clarke had attended a meeting with the Federal Aviation
Administration regarding the redesign of the airspace above
Culver City; the Environmental Impact Report is scheduled for
release on June 10 with a public open house by the FAA on
June 18 at The Proud Bird in Westchester; announced a
celebration by the Culver City Disability Advisory Committee
of the 25th Anniversary of the Americans with Disabilities
Act on June 14 at the Culver City Senior Center; and she
reported that the opening of the Expo line extension to Santa
Monica is scheduled for March 2016.
Mayor O'Leary reported on a recent meeting with residents
regarding improvements to Syd Kronenthal Park noting that
issue would be discussed at the June 22 City Council meeting; June 8, 2015
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discussed attending the Southern California Association of
Governments Transportation Committee monthly meeting; and the
Active Transportation Update.
Discussion ensued between staff and Council Members regarding
the Syd Kronenthal Park agenda item scheduled for June 22;
additional information; neighborhood input; submission of a
site plan to the County; City Council direction from the June
2 meeting; potential funding sources for playground equipment
at Syd Kronenthal Park; County authorization to utilize grant
funding; options and assumptions presented to the City
Council; clarification that the expenditure would only by
triggered by County approval of their portion of the grant;
cost estimates; and decisions to be made at the June 22 City
Council meeting.
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Joint Public Comment – Items Not on the Agenda
Mayor O'Leary invited public comment.
The following members of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Sheila Ginsburg, Senior Center Member, reported alleged
abuse at the Senior Center and requested an investigation,
expressing concern with treatment by a specific employee,
and the response by the City.
{Note by the City Clerk: Based upon prior, similar
allegations made by Ms. Ginsburg, the City Manager had
caused an investigation to be completed. Based upon that
investigation, the City had concluded no further action
needed to be taken.}
Kay Heineman thanked the City for the resurfacing of the
parking lot at the Senior Center; discussed the
relationship between the Senior Citizens Association and
the City; and presented a check for $60,000 to the City.
Dr. Janet Hoult encouraged everyone to attend the
Disability Film Festival on June 14; reported attending
the third Architecture Talk at wHY Studios to benefit
Cultural Affairs in the City; discussed the presentation June 8, 2015
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to the Culver City Sister City Committee; and she read a
poem of thanks to the Sister City Committee.
Shae Cunningham, Arts Earth Partnership, discussed efforts
to create a Sustainable City Plan and a Sustainable
Business Certification Program for Culver City indicating
that she hoped to make a formal presentation to the City
Council.
Discussion ensued between staff and Council Members
regarding adding an agenda item to discuss the issue; the
Sustainability Subcommittee; costs with implementing the
program; and City Council consensus to send the matter
through the Sustainability Subcommittee.
Stephen Murray, Culver City Alternate Representative to
the LAX Community Noise Roundtable, reported that the FAA
would release the draft environmental assessment on June
10; discussed the intent of the changes; workshops to
discuss the changes; noted that information is available
on the City website; and he indicated that he would return
with additional information.
Discussion ensued between staff, Council Members and Mr.
Murray regarding efforts to extend the public comment
period; the Council Member request to FAA officials for a
60 day comment period; the project as redesigned over the
City of Phoenix; and staff presence at the release of the
draft environmental assessment on June 10.
Rich Kissel, Culver Crest Neighborhood Association, asked
the City Council to defend the community against the noise
pollution from the LAX flight expansion; discussed black
carbon pollutants in the air; burning jet fuel; changes to
flight patterns in the past year; and increased noise.
Council Member Sahli-Wells received City Council consensus
that a formal letter of thanks be sent to the Senior
Center Association.
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Receipt and Filing of Correspondence
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, reported
that correspondence received by the City Clerk's Office by
3:45 p.m. on items A-1 and A-2 had been distributed to June 8, 2015
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Council Members and would become part of the public
record.
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER CLARKE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
SAHLI-WELLS AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
RECEIVE AND FILE CORRESPONDENCE.
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JOINT CONSENT CALENDAR
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER CLARKE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
APPROVE JOINT CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS JC-1 THROUGH JC-4.
Item JC-1
JOINT CITY COUNCIL/CULVER CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY/SUCCESSOR
AGENCY/PARKING AUTHORITY TO THE CULVER CITY REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY AGENDA ITEM: Approval of Minutes for the Special
Consolidated Meetings of May 18, 2015 and Adjourned
Special Consolidated Meetings of May 19, 2015
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE MINUTES FOR THE SPECIAL
CONSOLIDATED MEETINGS OF MAY 18, 2015 AND ADJOURNED
SPECIAL CONSOLIDATED MEETINGS OF MAY 19, 2015.
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Item JC-2
JOINT CITY COUNCIL/CULVER CITY HOUSING AUTHORITY/SUCCESSOR
AGENCY TO THE CULVER CITY REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AGENDA
ITEM: Cash Disbursements for May 16, 2015 - May 29, 2015
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE CASH DISBURSEMENTS FOR MAY
16, 2015 - MAY 29, 2015.
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Item JC-3
JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY BOARD AGENDA ITEM:
Adoption of Respective Resolutions Authorizing Designated
Representatives to Deposit and Withdraw Funds as Well as
Make Account Changes with the State Local Agency
Investment Fund on Behalf of Culver City and the Successor
Agency to the Culver City Redevelopment Agency
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT THE RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING June 8, 2015
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DESIGNATED REPRESENTATIVES TO DEPOSIT AND WITHDRAW FUNDS,
AS WELL AS MAKE ACCOUNT CHANGES, WITH THE STATE LOCAL
AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND.
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Item JC-4
JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND SUCCESSOR AGENCY BOARD AGENDA ITEM:
(1) Waiver of Formal Bidding Procedures; and (2) Approval
of a Fourth Amendment to the Agreement with Modern
Parking, Inc. for Parking Management Services Extending
the Term of the Agreement to January 31, 2016 at the
Cardiff, Ince, and Watseka Parking Structures and at the
Venice and Virginia Parking Lots in an Amount Not-to-
Exceed $415,656
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. PURSUANT TO SECTION 3.07.075.E.3, WAIVE THE FORMAL
BIDDING PROCEDURES SET FORTH IN SECTION 3.07.075; AND,
2. APPROVE A FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE MODERN PARKING INC.
AGREEMENT EXTENDING ITS TERM FOR SIX MONTHS FOR PARKING
MANAGEMENT SERVICES EXTENDING THE TERM OF THE AGREEMENT TO
JANUARY 31, 2016 AT THE CARDIFF, INCE, AND WATSEKA PARKING
STRUCTURES AND THE VENICE AND VIRGINIA PARKING LOTS IN AN
AMOUNT NOT-TO-EXCEED $415,656; AND
3. AUTHORIZE THE CITY ATTORNEY/SUCCESSOR AGENCY GENERAL
COUNSEL TO PREPARE THE NECESSARY DOCUMENTS; AND
4. AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER/EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR TO
EXECUTE SUCH DOCUMENTS ON BEHALF OF THE CITY AND THE
SUCCESSOR AGENCY.
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CONSENT CALENDAR
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER CLARKE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
APPROVE CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS C-1, C-2 AND C-4 THROUGH C-
7.
Item C-1
Meeting Minutes
June 8, 2015
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THAT THE CITY COUNCIL APPROVE MINUTES FOR THE REGULAR
MEETING OF MAY 26, 2015.
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Item C-2
(1) Waiver of Formal Bidding Procedures; and (2) Approval of
a Professional Services Agreement with Monica Bradley, R.N.,
M.I.C.N. Nurse Educator, for a Term of Five Years Ending on
June 30, 2020 to Provide Continuing Education and Conduct
Quality Improvement (QI) Activities for the Fire Department
in an Amount Not-to-Exceed $100,620 per Year
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1) PURSUANT TO SECTION 3.07.075.E.3, WAIVE THE FORMAL BIDDING
PROCEDURES SET FORTH IN SECTION 3.07.075; AND,
2) APPROVE A PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MONICA
BRADLEY, R.N., M.I.C.N. FOR A FIVE YEAR TERM ENDING ON JUNE
30, 2020 TO PROVIDE EMS CONTINUING EDUCATION, QUALITY
IMPROVEMENT ACTIVITIES, AND OTHER RELATED PARAMEDIC PROGRAM
SUPPORT IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $100,620 PER YEAR; 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.
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Item C-4
(Out of Sequence)
Approval of an Amendment to a Support and Maintenance
Contract with Konica Minolta (1) for an Additional $8,000
(for a Total Contract of $38,000) and (2) With an
Authorization to Renew the Contract for Two (2) Additional
One Year Periods with a Contract Increase Not to Exceed 10%
Each Year, Subject to the Approval of the City Manager
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
1. APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE ANNUAL SUPPORT AND
MAINTENANCE CONTRACT WITH KONICA MINOLTA FOR AN ADDITIONAL June 8, 2015
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$8,000 (FOR A REVISED TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $38,000)
FOR THE CURRENT FISCAL YEAR (FY14-15) AND APPROVE RENEWING
THE AGREEMENT IN FY15-16 FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED
$41,800 AND FY16-17 FOR AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $45,980,
SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE CITY MANAGER; 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-5
Authorization of the Submittal of Enhanced Watershed
Management Program Plans for the Ballona Creek and Marina Del
Rey Harbor Watersheds to the Los Angeles Regional Water
Quality Control Board
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL: AUTHORIZE THE SUBMITTAL OF THE
ENHANCED WATERSHED MANAGEMENT PROGRAM PLANS FOR THE BALLONA
CREEK AND MARINA DEL REY HARBOR WATERSHEDS TO THE LOS ANGELES
REGIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL BOARD.
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Item C-6
Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to
Submit an Application for 2015 Countywide Competitive Grant
Program Funds under the Santa Monica Bay Category from the
Los Angeles County Regional Park and Open Space District in
the Amount of $839,102
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL: ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO SUBMIT AN APPLICATION FOR 2015 COMPETITIVE
GRANT PROGRAM FUNDS UNDER THE SANTA MONICA BAY CATEGORY FROM
THE LOS ANGELES COUNTY REGIONAL PARK AND OPEN SPACE DISTRICT
IN THE AMOUNT OF $839,102.
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Item C-7
Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing Staff to Submit June 8, 2015
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Applications to June 30, 2016 for Grant Funding Associated
with the Purchase of Alternative Fuel Vehicles and Other
Emission Control Technologies
THAT THE CITY COUNCIL: ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
SUBMITTAL OF GRANT APPLICATIONS AND ACCEPTANCE OF SUCH
APPROVED FUNDING MADE AVAILABLE BY THE AQMD AND THE MSRC TO
JUNE 30, 2016 FOR THE PURCHASE OF ALTERNATIVE FUEL VEHICLES
AND OTHER EMISSION CONTROL TECHNOLOGIES.
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Item C-3
(Out of Sequence)
Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding Between the City
of Culver City and the City of Los Angeles for Culver City
to Manage and Enforce Culver City’s Residential Parking
Regulations and Restrictions on the Segment of Atlantic
Avenue Located in the City of Los Angeles
Mayor O'Leary invited public input.
The following member of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Jonathan Bailin discussed the permit parking program;
cooperation between Los Angeles and Culver City; he read
thanks into the record for both cities for their efforts
to improve parking and safety; discussed his efforts to
protect renters in the area; parking issues; problems
facing Atlantic Avenue; the need for a moratorium on the
development of new, multi-story residential housing; and
he discussed issues with outdated processes for traffic
studies and parking.
Council Member Sahli-Wells congratulated staff on
achieving the goal and acknowledged the difficulty of
coordinating with other cities.
Discussion ensued between staff, Council Members and Mr.
Bailin regarding safety issues; boundaries and emergency
response; and routing of calls.
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SAHLI-WELLS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER CLARKE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY
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1) APPROVE AN MOU BETWEEN THE CITY OF CULVER CITY AND THE
CITY OF LOS ANGELES; 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-8
Adoption of a Resolution: (1) Declaring the City Council’s
Intention to Grant a Franchise to Crimson California
Pipeline, L.P. for the Operation of Existing Pipelines
Located in the Public Rights-of-Way for the Transportation
of Oil or Products Thereof Pursuant to Certain Terms and
Conditions upon which Such Franchise is Proposed to be
Granted; and, (2) Setting the Date, Time, and Place for
the Public Hearing at which any Person May Appear Before
the City Council and be Heard to be July 27, 2015 at 7:00
PM in the Mike Balkman Council Chambers
Council Member Sahli-Wells thanked Assistant City
Manager/City Clerk Martin Cole for his hard work on the
issue; discussed a similar franchise in Santa Monica; the
Santa Monica agreement; notification requirements; changing
the word "reasonably" to "immediately"; the recent oil spill
in Santa Barbara; and emergencies.
David Blakesly, Crimson Pipeline, discussed Federal and State
notification for spill events; the National Response Center;
best accommodating the emergency response; and the emergency
response plan.
Further discussion ensued between staff and Council Members
regarding other pipelines beneath Culver City; All American
Pipeline; different levels of regulation; the Public
Utilities Code of California; issues that are negotiable;
provisions of the franchise set by state law; a request that
regulators increase inspections of pipelines; the main
regulator of safety; contact with the Culver City Fire
Department; and the Santa Monica franchise.
Council Member Clarke received clarification from Mr. June 8, 2015
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Blakesly regarding the life expectancy for pipelines.
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER CLARKE, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
ADOPT A RESOLUTION: (1) DECLARING THE CITY COUNCIL’S
INTENTION TO GRANT A FRANCHISE TO CRIMSON CALIFORNIA
PIPELINE, L.P. (PROPOSED CRIMSON FRANCHISE) FOR THE OPERATION
OF EXISTING PIPELINES LOCATED IN THE PUBLIC RIGHTS-OF-WAY FOR
THE TRANSPORTATION OF OIL OR PRODUCTS THEREOF PURSUANT TO
CERTAIN TERMS AND CONDITIONS UPON WHICH SUCH FRANCHISE IS
PROPOSED TO BE GRANTED; AND, (2) SETTING THE DATE, TIME, AND
PLACE FOR THE PUBLIC HEARING AT WHICH ANY PERSON MAY APPEAR
BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL AND BE HEARD TO BE JULY 27, 2015 AT
7:00 PM IN THE MIKE BALKMAN COUNCIL CHAMBERS.
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Order of the Agenda
No changes were made.
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Public Hearings
Item PH-1
Adoption of a Resolution Approving the Annual Assessment Levy
for Benefit Assessment District West Washington Boulevard No.
1 for Fiscal Year 2015/2016
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, reported that
the Public Hearings were required by law and minutes would
reflect the minimum number of motions as required by law.
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SAHLI-WELLS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER CLARKE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
RECEIVE AND FILE THE AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION AND POSTING OF
PUBLIC NOTICES.
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SAHLI-WELLS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER CLARKE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Mayor O'Leary invited public participation.
No speakers came forward and no cards were received. June 8, 2015
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Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, reported that
a majority protest did not exist.
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER COOPER, SECONDED BY VICE MAYOR
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL CLOSE
THE PUBLIC HEARING.
MOVED BY VICE MAYOR WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT A
RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT AND ORDERING THE LEVY
FOR THE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT DISTRICT WEST WASHINGTON BOULEVARD
NO. 1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015/2016.
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Item PH-2
Adoption of a Resolution Approving the Annual Assessment Levy
for Benefit Assessment District West Washington Boulevard No.
2 for Fiscal Year 2015/2016
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SAHLI-WELLS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER CLARKE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
RECEIVE AND FILE THE AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION AND POSTING OF
PUBLIC NOTICES.
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SAHLI-WELLS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER CLARKE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Mayor O'Leary invited public participation.
No speakers came forward and no cards were received.
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, reported that
a majority protest did not exist.
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER COOPER, SECONDED BY VICE MAYOR
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL CLOSE
THE PUBLIC HEARING.
MOVED BY VICE MAYOR WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT A
RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT AND ORDERING THE LEVY
FOR THE BENEFIT ASSESSMENT DISTRICT WEST WASHINGTON BOULEVARD
NO. 2 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015/2016. June 8, 2015
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Item PH-3
Adoption of a Resolution Confirming and Levying the
Assessment for the Higuera Street Landscape and
Lighting Assessment District for Fiscal Year 2015/2016
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SAHLI-WELLS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER CLARKE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
RECEIVE AND FILE THE AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION AND POSTING OF
PUBLIC NOTICES.
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SAHLI-WELLS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER CLARKE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Mayor O'Leary invited public participation.
No speakers came forward and no cards were received.
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, reported that
a majority protest did not exist.
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER COOPER, SECONDED BY VICE MAYOR
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL CLOSE
THE PUBLIC HEARING.
MOVED BY VICE MAYOR WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT A
RESOLUTION CONFIRMING AND LEVYING THE ASSESSMENT LEVY FOR THE
HIGUERA STREET LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2015/2016.
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Item PH-4
Adoption of a Resolution Confirming and Levying the
Assessment for Landscaping Maintenance District No. 1 for
Fiscal Year 2015/2016
Council Member Cooper recused himself and exited the dais.
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SAHLI-WELLS AND SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER CLARKE THAT THE CITY COUNCIL RECEIVE AND FILE THE June 8, 2015
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AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION AND POSTING OF PUBLIC NOTICES. THE
MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: CLARKE, O'LEARY, SAHLI-WELLS, WEISSMAN
NOES: NONE
RECUSED: COOPER
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SAHLI-WELLS AND SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER CLARKE THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING.
THE MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: CLARKE, O'LEARY, SAHLI-WELLS, WEISSMAN
NOES: NONE
RECUSED: COOPER
Mayor O'Leary invited public participation.
No speakers came forward and no cards were received.
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, reported that
a majority protest did not exist.
MOVED BY VICE MAYOR WEISSMAN AND SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CLARKE THAT THE CITY COUNCIL CLOSE THE PUBLIC HEARING. THE
MOTION CARRIED BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: CLARKE, O'LEARY, SAHLI-WELLS, WEISSMAN
NOES: NONE
RECUSED: COOPER
MOVED BY VICE MAYOR WEISSMAN AND SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
CLARKE THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT A RESOLUTION CONFIRMING
AND LEVYING THE ASSESSMENT FOR LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE DISTRICT
#1 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015/2016. THE MOTION CARRIED BY THE
FOLLOWING VOTE:
AYES: CLARKE, O'LEARY, SAHLI-WELLS, WEISSMAN
NOES: NONE
RECUSED: COOPER
Council Member Cooper returned to the dais.
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Item PH-5
Adoption of a Resolution Confirming the Assessment and June 8, 2015
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Ordering the Levy for the Sewer User’s Service Charge for
Fiscal Year 2015/2016
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SAHLI-WELLS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER CLARKE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
RECEIVE AND FILE THE AFFIDAVIT OF PUBLICATION AND POSTING OF
PUBLIC NOTICES.
MOVED BY COUNCIL MEMBER SAHLI-WELLS, SECONDED BY COUNCIL
MEMBER CLARKE AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL
OPEN THE PUBLIC HEARING.
Mayor O'Leary invited public participation.
No speakers came forward and no cards were received.
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, reported that
a majority protest did not exist.
MOVED BY VICE MAYOR WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL CLOSE
THE PUBLIC HEARING.
MOVED BY VICE MAYOR WEISSMAN, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
COOPER AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL ADOPT A
RESOLUTION CONFIRMING THE ASSESSMENT AND ORDERING THE LEVY OF
THE SEWER USER’S SERVICE CHARGE FOR FISCAL YEAR 2015/2016.
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Joint Action Items
Item J-1
JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY/PARKING
AUTHORITY AGENDA ITEM: Public Comment and Input for the
Proposed Budget for Fiscal Year 2015/2016
Martin Cole, Assistant City Manager/City Clerk, reported that
the Chief Financial Officer had provided adjustments to the
City Council that were made a part of the public record.
Mayor O'Leary invited public participation.
No cards were received and no speakers came forward.
Discussion ensued between Council Members regarding the June 8, 2015
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purpose of the item to receive public comment; consideration
of the budget by the City Council for the previous month;
clarification that the final vote on the budget would be
taken on June 22; availability of the budget for review; ways
for the public to provide comments on the budget; and the
assumption that since there is no public comment that the
public supports the budget.
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Action Items
Item A-1
(1) Discussion of the Subject of Large Single Family
Developments (“Mansionization”) in the City and (2) Direction
to the City Manager Related Thereto
Sol Blumenfeld, Community Development Director, provided a
summary of the material of record.
Discussion ensued between staff and Council Members regarding
new single family dwellings vs. additions; the 3,000 square
foot category; and criteria to determine whether something is
an addition.
Mayor O'Leary invited public participation.
The following members of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Ross Hawkins discussed recent construction of a two-story
building behind his driveway; privacy issues; proximity to
his property line; notice of construction; and he questioned
why a building characterized as a storage facility had
picture windows.
Janet Hoult presented a picture of a large building being
constructed in her neighborhood; read a poem regarding
development of oversized buildings in the City; and she
wanted to see the building codes changed to limit the
building of oversized homes that are out of character with
the neighborhood.
Iain Gulin provided a slide show illustrating changes to
square footage of new single family homes; discussed other
areas in the region that have successfully fought
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is being evaluated.
Vicky Fite distributed photographs of development taking
place next door to her home; expressed concern with damage
being caused to the neighbors by the issuance of permits for
oversized homes; reported submitting photographs to the City
but receiving no response; she suggested that too big is if
the building infringes upon the neighbor's property; and she
reported numerous instances of the construction overflowing
onto her property.
Steve Newton expressed concern with losing the character of
the City and the loss of privacy and light; discussed
expanding his 1,000 square foot home; he read an excerpt of
information that the Planning Department provides to those
interested in expanding R-1, R-2 and R-3 lots; and he noted
that recent developments did not appear to adhere to the
stated goals of maintaining the character of existing
neighborhoods.
DiAnn Davis spoke in favor of the proposed two-year
moratorium on mansionization as other area cities have done;
updating codes; and enforcing those codes already in place.
Marla Koosed questioned what Culver City building codes were
in the 1940s and the original goals; discussed factors to
consider when making zoning changes; sustainability;
affordability; maintaining housing stock; issues with
speculative home building; natural light; building size to
lot ratio; and establishing a more restrictive design
standard similar to what Beverly Hills and West Hollywood
have.
Jeanine Wisnosky Stehlin expressed support for allowing
people to improve their homes for their families; questioned
the use of the word mansionization; urged the City Council
not to instate a moratorium; discussed home design;
individual expression; character of the neighborhoods;
preserving the quality of homes; expressed concern with
stricter building codes; suggested making new homes
earthquake proof; expressed concern with the fiscal analysis;
wanted to see more people moving to Culver City; and she felt
that people were improving their homes by expanding them.
Troy Jackson was opposed to a moratorium or extreme standards
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right entitlements; he suggested that a one size fits all
solution would not be appropriate; discussed other areas
where standards have been put in place; and he felt that each
neighborhood is different and requires different
consideration.
Steve Rose expressed opposition to a moratorium on
construction; he supported challenging unconventional
thinking and looking forward; and he did not want to see the
City take a step backward out of fear.
Rich Kissel reported that the Los Angeles Association of
Realtors had taken a neutral stance on this subject;
discussed traditional post-war housing; the new designs for
today's lifestyle; and concern with blocking the wheels of
progress.
Tyson Sayles spoke against the moratorium; the highly
regulated world; a new regulatory process involving
discretion or conditions of approval; adding uncertainty to
an already difficult process; he discussed making
improvements to homes; he supported well-defined regulations
that may make it more clear to lessen the impacts of
neighbors; he opposed legislation of how big or small spaces
should be; he encouraged basements; and he opposed imposing
on homeowners property rights or a moratorium that could hurt
property values.
Marilyn Russell discussed development in her area; changing
the character of the neighborhood; effects to the neighbors;
impacts on view, light and privacy; she asked that height and
proximity to the neighbors be considered as well as how many
buildings can be put where one building used to be; and she
asked that the character of the City be preserved.
Arthur Russell discussed houses in the neighborhood;
development across the street in Mar Vista; impacts to the
neighbors; regulations that correlate to lot size; remodeling
within regulations; and he acknowledged that neighborhoods
needed to grow and change but he felt it should take place
within the character of the neighborhood.
Kas McKinney expressed opposition to a moratorium or
additional rules and regulations; she shared her experience
trying to remodel; provided photographs of remodeled homes
and homes that she felt were a fire hazard; she felt that
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is the problem did not abide by the setbacks.
Kevin Lachoff discussed a previous review in the 1990s; he
felt that a moratorium would be overreaching; discussed the
effects of a moratorium on local businesses; allowing
residents the chance to increase the size of their homes; and
he expressed concern with curtailing economic growth.
Habib Sissoko discussed the size of his home; felt that the
issue should be tied to sustainability; and he asked about
the report regarding Floor Area Ratio and light studies.
Jeremy Green, Management Analyst, read written comments
submitted by:
Pat Davis
J. Marvin Campbell
Ken and Jane Niles
Mayor O'Leary indicated that all correspondence received had
become part of the public record and distributed to Council
Members.
Staff responded to public comment regarding the storage
structure discussed by Ross Hawkins; required set backs;
notification; abutting property owners; state regulations
regarding landscaping; state guidelines; and air and light
studies.
Discussion ensued between staff and Council Members regarding
light issues; a recent vote on smoking in multi-family
developments; imposing restrictions when neighbors are
affected; effects to others when home sizes are significantly
increased; the neighborhood design guidelines process;
regulating taste; the freedom to improve your home; diversity
of neighborhoods; prevailing conditions; the proper balance;
impacts to neighbors; and the importance of affordability.
Council Member Sahli-Wells moved to enact a moratorium.
Further discussion ensued between staff and Council Members
regarding appreciation for resident input; concern with those
who build the largest possible size home on a lot;
demolishing smaller, older homes; changing the character of
neighborhoods; the importance of reasonableness and balance;
allowing reasonable development; recognizing that some
existing housing stock is not practical or desirable; June 8, 2015
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expanding families; flexibility in designing a home;
aesthetic preferences; the need for more restrictive design
standards; whether a moratorium is warranted; the definition
of oversized; protecting the rights of homeowners; engaging
the community and the Planning Commission in the process;
reducing building mass, creating building articulation,
tiering, and promoting neighborhood compatibility; light, air
and solar protection; encouragement to staff to have the
Planning Commission review the matter and consider changes to
the code as expeditiously as possible; the affordable housing
supply in the City; privacy; shading; investors and spec.
housing; requiring that those who want to remodel have to
live in the house to prevent house flipping; housing stock
for Millennials; schools in the City; enacting a 45-day
moratorium; the recent moratorium on massage parlors;
research and data presented; clarification that staff needs
more than 45 days to do the proper research; impacts to
Carlson Park; placing a moratorium on specific areas in the
City; concern with changing the rules of the game;
determining a reasonable time frame for consideration; other
communities that have enacted moratoriums; a race to initiate
projects while the issue is being considered; keeping the
City Council and public apprised of building activity; and
analysis of developments over 3,000 square feet.
Council Member Sahli-Wells read written comments submitted by
Anne Lefty.
Further discussion ensued between staff and Council Members
regarding how soon a moratorium can be enacted if there is a
spike in development; projects already in the pipeline;
vesting; the permit process; different thresholds; and
flexibility in the definition of what is considered to be in
the pipeline.
The motion by Council Member Sahli-Wells died for lack of
a second.
{Note from the City Clerk: Based upon the above
discussion, staff will work with the Planning Commission
to expeditiously bring a recommendation to the City
Council. This process will involve opportunity for
community input.}
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Item A-2 June 8, 2015
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Discussion of the Proposed Municipal Fiber Network and
Provide Direction to the City Manager as Deemed Appropriate
Michele Williams, Chief Information Officer, provided a
summary of the material of record.
Mayor O'Leary invited public input.
The following members of the audience addressed the City
Council:
Rich Kissel expressed support for the project and encouraged
the inclusion of schools.
Steve Rose, President/CEO of the Culver City Chamber of
Commerce, reported that the Chamber supported the project.
Jason Siegel, Mox Networks, discussed the time frame for
project completion.
Discussion ensued between staff and Council Members regarding
support for the project; economic benefits to the City;
Internet service in other countries; and appreciation to
staff for their efforts and foresight.
MOVED BY MAYOR O'LEARY, SECONDED BY COUNCIL MEMBER
WEISSMAN AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:
DIRECT THE CITY MANAGER TO CONDUCT THE APPROPRIATE LEVEL
OF INITIAL ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW (INCLUDING THE PREPARATION
OF A PROPOSED AGREEMENT WITH A DULY QUALIFIED CONSULTANT,
IF NECESSARY); ENTER INTO FORMAL NEGOTIATIONS WITH MOX
NETWORKS FOR ENGINEERING, DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT,
BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT/PLANNING, OPERATIONS AND MAINTENANCE;
AND PREPARE A DETAILED FINANCIAL ANALYSIS FOR THE
CONSTRUCTION AND ONGOING MAINTENANCE FOR THE MUNICIPAL
FIBER NETWORK PROJECT.
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Public Comment – Items Not on the Agenda
Mayor O'Leary invited public comment.
No cards were received and no speakers came forward.
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Items from the City Council
None.
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Adjournment
There being no further business, at 10:26 p.m., the City
Council adjourned its meeting in memory of David Weissman,
Carol Leanna, and Cindy Kirschner to Monday, June 22, 2015
at 7:00 p.m.
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Martin R. Cole
CITY CLERK of Culver City, California
EX-OFFICIO CLERK of the City Council
Culver City, California
June 8, 2015
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MICHEÁL O‘LEARY
MAYOR of Culver City, California