HomeMy WebLinkAbout1995-07-05MINUTES
CITY COUNCIUREDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
5:00 P.M. - Room B-8
6:30 P.M. - Council Chamber
Huntington Beach, California
Wednesday, July 5, 1995
Mayor Leipzig called the adjourned regular meetings of the City Council and the Redevelopment
Agency of the City of Huntington Beach to order at 5:00 p.m. in Room B-8.
City Council/Redevelopment Agency Roll Call
PRESENT: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
ABSENT: None
Recess
The Mayor called a recess of the City Council and Redevelopment Agency.
Closed Session
The Mayor called a recess of the City Council and Redevelopment Agency for the purpose of
considering the following Closed Session items:
Closed Session - City Council pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to confer with its
attorney regarding pending litigation which has been initiated formally and to which the city is a
party. The title of the litigation is Juan Rios Campa v. City U. S. District Court Case
No. SACV93-735LTL. (120.80)
Closed Session - Redevelopment Agency pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 to give
instructions to the Agency's Negotiator, Ray Silver, regarding negotiations with Jon Coultrup
Concerning the Coultrup Disposition and Development Agreement. (400.50)
Closed Session - City Council pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 to meet with its
designated representatives William Osness, Personnel Director, and Daniel Cassidy, Esquire,
Liebert, Cassidy and Frierson, regarding Labor Relations Matters - Meet and Confer with the
following employee organizations: Marine Safety Officer's Association (MSOA), Police Officer's
Association (POA), Police Management Association (PMA), Municipal Employees Association
(MEA), Municipal Employees Organization (MEO), Huntington Beach Firemens' Association
(HBFA), Surf City Lifeguard Employees Association (SCLEA). (120.80)
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Closed Session - City Council pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to confer with its
attorney regarding pending litigation which has been initiated formally and to which the city is a
party. The title of the litigation is Trainer v. Fallon, et al; Trainer v. City, Orange County
Superior Court Case No. 73 97 10; 74 06 41. (120.80)
Closed Session - City Council pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a) to confer with its
attorney regarding pending litigation which has been initiated formally and to which the city is a
party. The title of the litigation is Laura and Gary DeSantis v. City, et al. Orange County
Superior Court Case No. CV-2525 JGD (GHKx). (120.80)
Reconvene
The Mayor reconvened the meetings of the City Council and Redevelopment Agency in the
Council Chamber at 6:50 p.m.
A videotape recording of this meeting
is on file in the Office of the City Clerk
City Council/Redevelopment Agency Roll Call
PRESENT: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
ABSENT: None
Pledge Of Allegiance
Mayor Leipzig led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Mayor Leipzig Announced Death Of Mary Lewis Daughter Of City Employee Jim Lewis
Mayor Leipzig spoke regarding Mary Lewis, daughter of city employee Jim Lewis, who was
tragically murdered in the City of Garden Grove. He stated that we all share in the family's loss.
Fourth Of July Board Praised
The Mayor thanked the Fourth of July Parade Board for the success of yesterday's Fourth of July
Parade, 10K Run and Fireworks Show.
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Presentation - Sister City Association - Introduction Of Visiting Student Ambassadors,
Chaperones And Adult Anlo Delegation
Mr. Doug Erber, President, Sister City Association of Huntington Beach, introduced the visiting
Student Ambassadors, their Chaperone and the adult Anjo Delegation from our Sister City, Anjo,
Japan as well as the four Huntington Beach Student Ambassadors to the Mayor and City Council.
Late Communications Announced By City Clerk
The City Clerk announced the following late communications which had arrived since the agenda
printing:
Communications received from the City Administrator's Office regarding a Closed Session item
relative to the Coultrup Main Pier Redevelopment Project
A communication from Supervisor Second District, Jim Silva, dated June 29, 1995 regarding the
Angus Oil Settlement Agreement Funds
A communication from the Public Works Director regarding Curbside Refuse Rates Adjustments
Public Comments
Cathy Leigh, Bircher Property Services representative at the Guardian Center, announced that
Unisource a division of Aico Standard will be moving into the office tower and leasing over thirty
thousand square feet (30,000). She thanked Councilman Garofalo for his assistance in securing
the new tenant and employer for the Huntington Beach area.
David Tamarin spoke in opposition to the two vacant positions on the Transportation Commission
not being filled. He spoke in support of the re -appointment of Mr. Hicks when his term ends.
Dale Wilson spoke for himself and representing his wife Deborah in support of the Agenda Item
regarding approval of the purchase of Ocean View Estates Mobile Home Unit Number 19,
7051 Ellis Avenue, under the terms and conditions of the Driftwood Acquisition and Relocation
Agreement.
Richard Cook, President of the Boys and Girls Club of Huntington Valley, spoke regarding the
Springfield Property Trust (Angus Oil Settlement Agreement Funds). He stated that the
organization is totally non-profit and depends on donations from individuals, corporations and
foundations for financial survival. He reported that the Boys and Girls Club has a membership of
over eight hundred (800) children ages four (4) to nineteen (19) with an average daily attendance
of one hundred fifty (150) to two hundred (200) children. Mr. Cook stated that the McCallen Park
facility cost one and a half million dollars ($1,500,000) to build with a five hundred thousand dollar
($500,000) note remaining with the bank. He requested that the Springfield Property Trust Funds
be released to pay the note on the building.
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Alex Accetta, Certified Public Accountant and Treasurer of the Boys and Girls Club of Huntington
Valley, spoke regarding the Springfield Property Trust (Angus Oil Settlement Agreement Funds).
He stated that the Boys and Girls Club raised in excess of a million dollars in donations and the
balance of five hundred fifty thousand dollars ($550,000) was financed through the Huntington
National Bank which requires a monthly loan payment of over seven thousand dollars ($7,000).
Mr. Asita stated that part of the obligation could be defrayed if the city reimbursed the Boys and
Girls Club for the park maintenance costs. He requested that the city take over full park
maintenance requirements and insurance. He stated that the Springfield Property Trust Fund
would have provided seventy-two thousand dollars ($72,000) to the Boys and Girls Club since its
inception in 1992.
Mayor Leipzig introduced Fountain Valley City Councilmembers John Collins and Laurann Cook.
John Collins, Fountain Valley City Councilman and Boys and Girls Club of Huntington Valley
Advisory Board Member, spoke in support of the Springfield Property Trust Fund (Angus Oil
Settlement Agreement Funds) going to support the Boys and Girls Club.
Mike Roberts thanked Councilman Garofalo for allowing the re-examination of the proposed
distribution of Angus Oil Settlement Agreement Funds to the Boys and Girls Club of Huntington
Valley in order for the Club to continue service to the community.
Don MacAllister, former Boys and Girls Club Board member, stated that the intent of staff and
Council at that time was that the Springfield Property Trust Fund (Angus Oil Settlement
Agreement Fund) was to go to support the park and clean up the area.
Pat Davis stated that the intent of the Angus Petroleum Company was to have a third of a million
dollars go to a park in that area in order to give money to the people who were most impacted by
the project at the drilling stage. She stated that the city General Fund receives money from the
project through the barrel tax, well tax and utility tax. Ms. Davis requested the City Treasurer to
report regarding the total of production payments received to date and if the twenty-two thousand
dollar ($22,000) was placed in a park fund or in the General Fund.
Haydee Tillotson spoke in support of Project Self -Sufficiency, the city program to help single
parents get off welfare through education. She showed a puzzle piece that represents a one
dollar ($1) donation to raise funds for Project Self -Sufficiency and stated that there will be a raffle
drawing July 21. Ms. Tillotson gave telephone numbers for her office and the Project Self -
Sufficiency office to contact for purchase of puzzle pieces.
Ray Manion, Huntington Harbour Mobilehome Estates President, spoke in support of mobile
home park acquisition and conversion. He requested Council assurance of funding for Phase II
of the acquisition. He stated that the income study results have been completed. He distributed
a communication to Council.
Al Pearson, Huntington Harbour Mobilehome Estates Board Member, thanked Council for the
fifteen thousand dollars ($15,000) for a homeowner survey, appraisal and engineering studies of
the park. He stated that a survey done according to HUD guidelines showed that seventy-one
(71) of ninety -fine (95) homeowners are interested in purchase of the leasehold. He stated that
due to the confidentiality of the survey, copies would be made available to Councilmembers who
request that information. He requested Council support of the Phase II funding.
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Bill Landis, Huntington Harbour Mobilehome Estates Board Member, spoke in support of mobile
home park acquisition and conversion. He stated that it is a senior citizen park comprised of
predominately low to moderate income residents. He requested a commitment from Council for
Phase 11 funding which will include down payment assistance for qualified residents and
permanent financing.
Madeleine Andor spoke regarding her disappointment in the problems in the downtown area on
the Fourth of July. She stated that the Police Chief and citizens have worked a long time to
change the image of our Police Department and that the Police Officers acted in a mean spirited
manner. She stated that the property tax money is not enough to pay for the Police Department.
Ron Laramie, Huntington Beach Mobile Homeowners Association Vice -President, read from a
resolution adopted by the Board of Directors of the Huntington Beach Mobile Homeowners
Association in support of the amendment for appointment of the City Attorney and City Treasurer.
He distributed a copy of the resolution to Councilmembers.
Doug Langevin, downtown business owner, spoke regarding problems in the downtown area on
the Fourth of July. He made the following recommendations: Rainbow Disposal should make a
sweep of the alley areas for abandoned furniture prior to the Fourth of July weekend; an
ordinance to require chaining the dumpsters down or putting them behind closed doors on that
weekend so that they cannot be moved and set on fire; only metal lidded dumpsters in the
downtown area because the fires cannot be smothered with a plastic lid that burns; a curfew law
for that weekend; barricading the downtown area from Lake Street, Goldenwest Street, Pacific
Coast Highway and Palm Avenue and declaring a state of emergency around noon with residents
only to be admitted after that time. Mr. Langevin stated that television Channels 4, 7 and 9 did
provocative journalism for two weeks before the Fourth of July weekend. He requested that
citizens write letters of complaint to the news directors of those stations.
Mayor Leipzig thanked Mr. Langevin for his comments.
Gerald Catering, downtown resident, spoke regarding problems in the downtown area for the
Fourth of July, urged more arrests be made and less restraint of the Police Officers. He urged
that next year more arrests be made to send a message that the city will no longer tolerate the
dangerous activities that have made this night infamous.
Michael Ritter, downtown resident, spoke regarding problems in the downtown area last night on
the Fourth of July. He stated that he has a family and would be moving from the area because of
last night. He stated that the Police Department is underpaid and understaffed and questioned
why the national average is 2.5 police officers per thousand residents and Huntington Beach has
1.1 police officers per thousand residents which is half the national average.
Nancy Horner, spoke for herself and Michael Bartolota, downtown residents, in support of the
Police Department who are protecting the rights of the homeowners and business owners. She
stated that the Orange County Register printed a map of the trouble spots, the kids showed up for
the trouble that was advertised and the news media followed the kids. She stated that the
homeowner's rights are being violated.
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Richard Wright, Huntington Beach Police Officers' Association President, spoke recognizing the
business owners, residents, visitors and young people that supported the Police Department last
night. He spoke regarding the overwhelming community support of the HBPOA efforts to reach
an equitable salary and benefits contract. He stated that the Police Department has a
commitment to provide a safe environment for the citizens to enjoy and he thanked the
community for their support.
Councilman Garofalo asked if the HBPOA would attend a Study Session with the City Council to
explain their side of the issue and if the Police Officer's Association would consider putting the
issue on the ballot and letting the people decide, and Mr. Wright responded affirmatively.
Bruce McAlpine, Tom Donnelly, Lloyd Edwards, Herb Cuadras, Chris Tatar, Bill Morris, Terry
Orosco, Brian Knorr, Charles Nowotny, Brian Davidson, and Preston Linker, Huntington Beach
Police Officers' Association representatives, spoke regarding resident support of the Police
Department, read letters from citizens regarding support for the city and the Police Officers
reaching an equitable contract, city rated America's Safest City (over one hundred thousand
population), efforts to attract the finest officers in the country, results of financial report on city
done by Harvey M. Rose Accounting Firm, budget cuts in training and equipment, Police
Department results on gang bangers, love of public service, pride in the community, need for
salary and benefits to attract the finest officers, violence against police officers, lack of support
from certain City Councilmembers, city waste of money on the Bolsa Chica litigation, injured
officers on the Fourth of July who did not stop to go to the hospital but stayed until the problem
was under control, loss of good police officers, and donations received by the Police Officer's
Association in appreciation of their services.
Preston Linker submitted a letter of support from Bernie Clancy for the police officers request for
a salary increase.
Bdan Knorr distributed and read a letter from citizen, Linda Masterson, in support of the police
officers efforts to negotiate a pay increase.
Charles Nowotnv submitted a letter from Teresa Brockman in support of a pay increase for police
officers.
Brian Davidson, Huntington Beach Police Officer's Association representative, submitted a letter
from citizen, Sam Pinterpe, in support of the police officer's request for salary increase.
Said letters of support were submitted to the City Clerk.
A letter from Diane Thomas, citizen, was submitted to the City Clerk by speakers.
Marie Palmer resident, spoke regarding her concern for public safety and in support of the
Huntington Beach Police Officers. She wore a bullet proof vest and displayed it for the Council.
She stated that we have the best Police force and that there is money in the budget if it is
rearranged to make the police officers a priority.
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Barbara Huss read from a letter written by Stacy Simpson for the business owners of the city
which stated her support for the Police Officers. The letter stated that Huntington Beach has the
privilege of being able to recruit experienced Police Officers, that the money saved on raises will
be spent training rookie officers and there will be a loss of quality personnel and listed City
Council benefits. Said letter was provided to the City Clerk.
Mayor Leipzig stated that City Councilmembers do not receive a car allowance.
Mark Stemmer, resident, spoke in support of the Police Officers and stated that citizens are
frustrated and described incidents in the downtown area last night. He stated that the Huntington
Beach Police Officers are the best and should be paid the best.
Susie Newman, resident and former instructor of law enforcement officers, spoke in support of
the men and women who labor day in and day out to provide the city with the title "safest city" and
stated that no effort has been made to provide a mechanism in city funding to guarantee levels of
safety. She stated that without safety, citizens cannot enjoy the libraries and parks. She stated
that the Police Officers should be supported and more added.
Allen _McClafferty, homeowner, stated that he worked in Los Angeles and drove an hour and
fifteen minutes every day in traffic and that he lives in the city because it is the cleanest, safest
city in California. He stated that we have the finest Police Officers in the nation and that you have
to pay the best to get the best.
Robert Cause , Surf City Lifeguard Employee Association representative, spoke regarding the
recurrent lifeguards' job duties. He stated that according to Marine Safety Division statistics for
1994 there were 6.5 million visitors to the city beach, 2,066 rescues, 30,573 preventative actions,
over 1,000 medical aids, and zero drownings. He stated that the city has a world-renowned
lifeguard agency and junior guard program. He requested that Council take this into
consideration in dealing with the Surf City Lifeguard Employee Association.
Steve Vollmer, Surf City Lifeguard Employee Association representative, stated that the
lifeguards of the city have a good record and are probably the most respected organization of its
kind in the United States. He stated that the association has been negotiating with the city for
over a year and are not asking for a raise but for sand mounds to protect them when they jump
out of lifeguard towers and a uniform allowance. He stated that the lifeguards are listed under the
Community Services Department but that their work is more similar to Police, Fire and Marine
Safety than to a Community Center worker. He stated that when the shooting occurred in the
downtown area last night, lifeguard personnel were the first to respond. He asked that Council
treat them like emergency service personnel when they come to the collective bargaining table.
Matt Wartian, Surf City Lifeguard Employee Association representative, stated that he is proud
that he has saved lives and it is an experience that only a few accomplish. He spoke regarding
the Huntington Beach lifeguards being the best staffed and competitive. He stated that the union
is not asking for a lot of money but are asking that they be protected, have medical benefits and a
grievance process. He requested the city to meet in good faith with the Surf City Lifeguard
Employee Association.
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Discussion_ Regarding Reduction Of City Employees Health Insurance Benefits (700.10)
Councilman Sullivan responded to comments made during the Public Comments portion of the
meeting regarding reduction of health insurance benefits for city employees.
Recess -Reconvene
Mayor Leipzig recessed the City Council meeting at 8:50 p.m. and stated that the meeting
would resume when the audience chamber is empty. The meeting was reconvened by the
Mayor at 9:05 p.m.
Continued Discussion Regarding Reduction of City Employees Health Insurance Benefits
(700.10)
Councilman Sullivan continued speaking regarding charging city employees for their health care
coverage as is the most common practice. He stated that he had been making a voluntary
contribution to the City Treasurer for his medical benefits that he receives as a councilman.
Discussion Reaardina Public Safet
Councilman Garofalo challenged the Police Officers to help solve the problem by thinking of a
strategy that ties future compensation to an incentive plan to help fund the compensation. He
suggested a potential ballot issue or a study session with the HBPOA.
Councilman Green spoke regarding placing a safety assessment on the ballot in March, 1996
stating that it would help immensely in the city's budget problems.
The City Administrator spoke regarding the proposed ballot issue, effect on other city employees,
and increased retirement benefits for public safety employees. He stated that he could research
other votes for assessments and report to Council.
In response to Councilman Green's question, the City Administrator spoke regarding a study
session with Council and the Police Officer's Association. He stated that it is generally not done
because it is not productive in reaching an agreement which should occur at the bargaining table.
Councilman Garofalo stated that there is a difference between what staff has presented to
Council and what the Police Officers believe.
The City Administrator stated that written material should not be restricted from the Police
Officer's Association or to any citizen attempting to reach the City Council and they should
communicate in that manner.
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_Motion To Direct Staff To Report To Council Regarding A Study Session With The
Huntington Beach Police Officer's Association (720,20)
A motion was made by Garofalo, seconded by Green, to direct staff to report to Council with a
mechanism for holding a study session with the Huntington Beach Police Officer's Association
(HBPOA) and how that could be accomplished.
The City Clerk pursuant to concern with adherence to Brown Act provisions, questioned whether
the motion was being made in connection with the Closed Session Agenda Item regarding the
HBPOA as the issue on which the motion is made in not otherwise agendized.
Sarah Lazarus, Deputy City Attorney, responded that as Council was making a motion to give
staff direction, the Brown Act provides for staff being given direction on issues not on the agenda
which are not substantive and are not discussed.
Mayor Leipzig requested that the maker and the second reconsider as the issues were discussed
briefly in Closed Session and the discussion was continued to Monday, July 10, 1995 after the
City Administrator meets with the HBPOA on Thursday, July 6, 1995.
In response to Councilman Bauer's question, the City Administrator stated that he received a
copy of the Harvey Rose Accounting Corporation report, dated May 30, 1995 and that he would
review the material and report to Council.
Discussion held by Council regarding formal labor negotiations with the HBPOA.
Councilwoman Dettloff requested that the report regarding the mechanism for a study session
with the HBPOA be given to Council in Closed Session.
The City Clerk clarified the motion made by Garofalo, seconded by Green, as follows: To report
back to the City Council a mechanism for a City Council study session with the Huntington Beach
Police Officer's Association and report back in Closed Session. The motion carried by the
following roll call vote:
AYES: Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: Harman, Bauer
ABSENT: None
Staff Directed To Explore Possibility Of Ballot Measure Regarding Assessment For Public
Safety, (620.50)
A motion was made by Councilman Green, seconded by Garofalo, to direct the city staff to
explore the possibility of placing an assessment for public safety on the ballot and prepare a
report giving the pros and cons before such venture is commenced.
Discussion was held by Council and staff regarding whether the report should be given in a
closed session or open session meeting.
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An amendment to the motion was made by Garofalo, accepted by Green, to direct staff to also
develop incentive plans to which future compensation could be tied.
Councilman Sullivan stated that he challenged the fact that this item is even remotely on the
agenda and that he felt very strongly, due to the requirements of the Brown Act, this first requires
a vote that this is an issue arising after the posting of the agenda. He requested the Deputy City
Attorney's position.
Deputy City Attorney Sarah Lazarus advised that Council would have to vote first on whether or
not this was an item that the need to take action came up after the agenda was posted and there
is a need to take action tonight such that it cannot be agendized in the future, or Council can
direct staff to bring back the issue as an agendized item. In response to Councilman Sullivan's
question she stated that the motion was acceptable as long as Council stays on track to direct
staff to bring this back at another meeting.
Councilman Green clarified his motion that he wanted to direct the staff to explore the possibility
of placing an assessment for public safety on the ballot, the pros and cons, if other cities have
attempted this, how successful they are and that sort of thing.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bauer, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: Harman, Sullivan
ABSENT: None
(City Council City Administrator Requested Report From Police Chiefs Regarding Fourth
Of July Disturbances In The Downtown Area (530.10)
Upon request of the City Administrator, the Police Chief stated that he thought all city employees
did an outstanding job over the Fourth of July weekend. He reported regarding the number of
arrests, major problem areas, number of officers injured, number of police vehicles damaged, the
homicide that occurred near Tenth Street and Pacific Coast Highway, utilization of Sheriff's
personnel, damage sustained and, stated that roughly eighty-five percent (85%) of the people
arrested were not Huntington Beach citizens. He stated that the Police Department would
c-:ntinue to work with the Downtown Business Association, downtown Residents Association, and
other city departments in planning for next year.
The Mayor thanked the rank and file Police Officers for the job they did last night, the Police Chief
and his ranking officers for the tactical plan they developed, the Sheriff's Office Personnel and
California Highway Patrol Officers who assisted the city, and the business owners and residents
of the downtown area for their cooperation with the Police Chief and his plan.
Councilman Garofalo suggested closing off the downtown area to residents only next year on the
Fourth of July. He requested a report regarding the absentee landlord situation and a residential
security plan.
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Councilman Harman thanked the Police Chief and men and women line officers. He inquired as
to whether a "zero tolerance" could be enforced together with a greater enforcement of the
perimeter.
Councilwoman Dettloff expressed her appreciation to Steve Daniel, Downtown Business
Association member, and to all other business people in the downtown area who closed early.
Councilmembers offered their thanks and congratulations to the Police Chief and his staff.
City Administrator Status Report Regarding „Orange County Bankruptcy (310,10)
The City Administrator spoke regarding the status of the Orange County Bankruptcy and stated
that he was preparing a report for July 17, 1995.
Request For Staff Re ort Of Costs Of The Fourth Of July In The Downtown Area Versus The
Average Saturday (960.10)
Councilman Sullivan requested a staff report of the costs and resources expended relative to the
Fourth of July in the downtown area versus the average Saturday.
The City Administrator stated that he had requested a report for the weekend and the Fourth of
July in particular.
(City Council Public Hearin - Fee Increase For Solid Waste Collection And Dis osal -
Resolution No. 6698 -Adopted (600.45)
The Mayor announced that this was the day and hour set for a public hearing for the purpose of
considering the provision of the Refuse Collection Franchise with Rainbow Disposal that requires
an annual adjustment in compensation for solid waste collection and disposal. It is proposed that
the fee be increased to approximately $16.55 per residential unit of service per month, an
increase of $1.35 over the existing fee. The exact amount of the increase will be determined
after the hearing, but will not exceed $17.00 per residential unit of service per month. A copy of
the proposal is on file in the Office of the City Clerk.
The City Clerk presented Resolution No. 6698 for Council adoption.
The City Clerk presented a late communication received from the Public Works Director regarding
the Curbside Refuse Rate Adjustments Formula.
Legal notice as provided to the City Clerk's Office by staff had been published and posted
The Public Works Director presented a staff report.
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The Mayor declared the public hearing open.
There being no one present to speak on the matter and there being no protests filed either oral or
written, the hearing was closed by the Mayor.
Councilman Garofalo read a letter from the City of Irvine regarding their meter reading methods
and requested information as to our city's methods and the City Treasurer reported.
Discussion was held by Council and staff regarding the Consumer Price Index, bi-monthly billing
of trash fees, the Curbside Refuse Rate Adjustment Formula and the senior citizen subsidy.
The City Treasurer reported regarding the increased costs involved with monthly trash/water
billing as opposed to the bi-monthly billing schedule currently in place.
Motion To Approve Mandatory $1.27 First and 8 Cents Second - FAILED For Lack of a
Second
A motion was made by Garofalo, to call for two votes; to move approval of the mandatory rate
adjustment of $1.27 per unit of service per month first and a vote on the discretionary the 8 cents
per unit/month to of set the costs of trash disposal fees for lower income senior citizens. The
motion failed for lack of a second.
Motion To Approve Refuse Rate Increase of $1.35 - Approved
A motion was made by Dettloff, seconded by Bauer, to adopt Resolution No. 6698 -"A
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
ESTABLISHING RESIDENTIAL CURBSIDE REFUSE COLLECTION RATES." The motion
carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Green (out of room)
Annual Meeting Of The Huntington Beach Civic Improvement Corporation - The Mayor Will
Recess The Council/Agency Meeting In Order To Convene Annual Repular_Meeting Of The
Civic Improvement Corporation (125.20)
Chairman Leipzig called the annual meeting of the Huntington Beach Civic Improvement
Corporation to order.
Civic Improvement Corporation Roll Call
DIRECTORS PRESENT: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Garofalo
DIRECTORS ABSENT: Green (out of room)
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(City Council/Civic Improvement) Minutes - Approved And Adopted
A motion was made by Bauer, seconded by Sullivan, to approve and adopt the minutes of the
regular meeting held July 5, 1994 and the adjourned regular meeting held July 11, 1994 as
written and on file in the Secretary's office. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig
NOES:
None
ABSENT:
None
ABSTAIN:
Harman, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
Huntington Beach Civic Improvement Corporation - Ad'oumment
The Chairman adjourned the regular meeting of the Huntington Beach Civic Improvement
Corporation.
Consent Calendar - Items Removed
The following items were requested by Councilmembers to be removed from the Consent
Calendar for separate consideration: Garofalo Agency Election to Purchase Ocean View
Estates and Bauer Annual Adjustment Rainbow Disposal Commercial Service Rates.
Consent Calendar - Items Approved
On motion by Sullivan, second Leipzig, the following Consent Calendar items were approved as
recommended, by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Green (out of room)
(City Council/Redevelopment Agency) Minutes - Approved And Adopted - Approved and
adopted minutes of the Council/Agency adjourned regular meeting of April 28, 1995 and regular
meetings of April 17, 1995, April 24, 1995, and May 1, 1995 as written and on file in the Office of
the City Clerk.
(City Council) Easement Dedications - Tract No. 14892 (The Hamptons) - SeaclifF Partners -
North Of Garfield And East Of Edwards - Approved (420.60) - Accepted various easement
grant deeds in addition to an Irrevocable Offer of Dedication from Seacliff Partners and instructed
the City Clerk to have the documents recorded with the County Recorder.
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(City Council) Agreement Between Orange County And City For Animal Control And Shelter
Services - Approved (600.25) - Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to execute
the Agreement for Animal Control and Shelter Services and authorized a provisional payment of
$262,903, to cover expenses for fiscal year 1995-96.
(City Council) Youth Board AppointmentslRe Appointments - O'Sullivan/Shunmupavell
Abdo/Huang/Barot!Liao/Andamo/Rachels/Phillips - Approved (110.20) - (1) Re -Appointed the
following students to terms on the Huntington Beach Youth Board for 95/96: John O'Sullivan,
Huntington Beach High School representative; Elil Shunmuqavel, Marina High School
representative. (2) Appointed the following students to a one-year 95196 term: Tammy Abdo,
Ocean View High School representative; Tracy Huang, Edison High School representative; D� ipti
Barot, At -large representative; E. J. Liao, At -large representative; Emmanuel Andamo, At -large
representative; Heather Rachels, At -large representative; Janet Phillips, At -large representative.
(City Council) TRW REDI Property Data CD-ROM Subscription Aareement - Approved
(600.10) - Approved the TRW REDI Property Data CD-ROM Subscription Agreement dated
March 15, 1995, as submitted ($1,200) and authorized execution by the Assistant City
Administrator. (This agreement authorizes the Community Development Department to utilize
current property data information by incorporating it into the City's Urban Data inventory database
on a monthly basis. This agreement must be approved by the City Council because the vendor
requires the city to indemnify the licenser.)
(City Council) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Agreement - Orange County
Transportation Authority OCTA) - Reallocation Of Portion Of Funds To Project Sol
Sufficiency - Approved (600.25)(320.45) - Approved and authorized the Mayor and City Clerk to
execute the Agreement between the city and Orange County Transportation Authority for Housing
and Community Development Block Grant Program for $12,000; and approved an additional
$3,500 in Community Development Block Grant Funds for the operational costs of Project Self -
Sufficiency.
(City Council) Library Board Of Trustees - Re -Appointments - Silverman/Hawley
Kuperberg/Borowiec - Approved (110,20) - Approved the re -appointment to the Library Board
of Trustees: Dorothy Silverman, Wade Hawley, Sidney Kuperberg, and Edward Borowiec. Terms
of office for all four positions to expire June 30, 1996.
(City Council) Re -Appointments to Transportation Commission - Hicks/Johnson - Approved
(110.20) - (1) Re -Appointed Jim Hicks to the Transportation Commission to serve his second and
last term. His current term expires June 30, 1995. This re -appointment term will expire
June 30, 1999. (2) Re -Appointed Davey Johnson to the Transportation Commission to serve his
first full term. Commissioner Johnson is serving a partial term, vacated by Frank LoVerde, which
will expire June 30, 1995. This re -appointment term will expire June 30, 1999.
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(City Council) Rainbow Disposal Commercial Service Rates - Annual Adjustment of
Commercial Service Rates - Approved (600.45) _
The City Clerk presented a communication from the City Administrator dated July 5, 1995
regarding Rainbow Disposal Commercial Service Rates.
In response to Councilman Bauer's question, Jim Sankey, Department Analyst Senior, reported
that the rate increase is approximately eleven percent (11%) to the base rate.
A motion was made by Bauer, seconded by Sullivan, to adopt Exhibit A, effective July 1, 1995, as
the new Exhibit A of the Rainbow Disposal Refuse Collection Franchise Agreement pursuant to a
provision of said franchise requiring an annual adjustment in commercial service rates. The
motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: Green (out of roam)
(City Council) Staff Report Requested Regarding Comparison Of Commercial Service Rates
In Surrounding Area _ _
Councilman Garofalo requested a staff report with a comparison of commercial service rates in
the surrounding area.
(Redevelopment Agency) Agency Election To Purchase Ocean View Estates - 7051 Ellis
Avenue - Mobile Home Unit Number 19 - Approved (600.30)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the City Administrator dated July 5, 1995
regarding Redevelopment Agency election to Purchase Ocean View Estates Mobile Home Unit
Number 19, 7051 Ellis Avenue.
Keith Bohr, Assistant Project Manager, presented a staff report.
Motion To Defer The Purchase Of Ocean View Estates Unit Number _19_To August 7, 1996
With Further Staff Report Requested - FAILED
A motion was made by Garofalo, seconded by Green, to defer the decision to purchase Ocean
View Estates Unit Number 19 until August 7, 1995 and requested a staff report regarding the
effort to market the property and justification regarding why the Board of Realtors will not put it in
the multiple listings.
Keith Bohr, Assistant Project Manager, reported that the requirements of the agreement had been
met.
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At the request of Councilman Sullivan, Dale Wilson, mobile home owner, stated that he had met
all of the obligations of the agreement. He described the property and stated that he had an
interested buyer for $65,000 but was unable to obtain financing due to the term limit on the lease
of the land from the city.
The Assistant City Administrator reported that a lease was being prepared by the City Attorney's
Office to present to the existing park tenants.
The motion made by Garofalo, seconded by Green, FAILED by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Green, Garofalo
NOES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff
ABSENT: None
Purchase Of Ocean View Estates Mobile Home No. 19 - Approved - Standard Mobile Home
Sales Agreement To Be Executed
A motion was made by Dettloff, seconded by Harman, to elect to purchase at the agreed value of
$96,471 Ocean View Estates Mobile Home Number 19; pay all costs occasioned by the sale; and
authorize the Executive Director to execute the appropriate standard Mobile Home Sales
Agreement. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green,
NOES: Garofalo
ABSENT: None
HB1FV Board of Realtors Assistance Requested Regarding Sale Of Mobile Homes
Councilman Garofalo encouraged the City Administrator to meet with the Board of Realtors, to
place such mobile home sales in the multiple listings, get a marketing program in place, and begin
accepting offers that lower the city's liability. He requested that staff prepare a policy statement
to define "actively marketing", put tenants on notice, provide them a list of brokers who will
cooperate in the transaction and to better communicate the amount of time on the lease.
Motion For Meetina To Proceed Past 11:00 P.M. - Approved
On motion by Sullivan, second Garofalo, Council approved proceeding past the 11:00 p.m.
deadline in order to finish the agenda. The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: Leipzig
ABSENT: None
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(City Council) General Plan Amendment Request For Traffic Modeling Information - Transfer
Of Funds - Approval Of Purchase Order - RKJK And Associates And DKS Associates -
Continued To July 17, 1995 (600.95)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Public Works Director stating an additional
traffic model scenario for the Circulation Element of the General Plan update has been
requested. The results of the new modeling scenario will be used to assess the Land Use
alternative proposed in the General Plan update. City Council approval is needed to obtain
funding for the preparation of the additional traffic model data.
Jim Otterson, Traffic Engineer, presented a staff report.
The Public Works Director reported that the traffic model would serve as a control model.
Motion To Approve Recommended Action - Withdrawn
A motion was made by Bauer, seconded by Leipzig, to approve the transfer of $9,340 from the
Unallocated Measure M balance to Account Number E-AA-PW-4-15-3-88-00, and to authorize the
Director of Public Works to issue Purchase Orders for the work to be performed by RKJK and
Associates and DKS Associates per written quotation received and set forth in an Attachment to
Request for Council Action dated July 5, 1995. The motion was withdrawn.
Councilman Garofalo recommended that the decision regarding the traffic model be continued for
two weeks and to have Councilman Bauer act as liaison and meet with the General Plan Advisory
Committee.
Motion To Continue Decision Regarding The Traffic Model To July 17, 1995
A motion was made by Bauer, seconded by Leipzig, to continue the decision regarding an
additional traffic model scenario for the Circulation Element of the General Plan update to assess
the Land Use Alternative proposed in the General Plan update to July 17, 1995. The motion.
carried by unanimous vote.
fftedevellopment Agency) Agreement In -Lieu Parking Fee. -_303 Third Street - Ben Trainer -
Main -Pier Redevelopment Protect Area (600.30)
The City Clerk presented a communication from the Acting Director of Economic Development
recommending Council approval of an in -lieu parking fee of $54,000 for 303 Third Street to be
paid by the Redevelopment Agency at the time of the actual construction/acquisition/development
of downtown parking spaces.
The Assistant City Administrator presented a staff report.
Deputy City Attorney Sarah Lazarus clarified action taken in Closed Session to make a counter
offer.
The Assistant City Administrator reported regarding the annual Consumer Price Index adjustment.
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A motion was made by Sullivan, seconded by Green, to approve payment by the Redevelopment
Agency of an in -lieu parking fee of $54,000, approve and authorize execution by the Chairman
and Agency Clerk of the In -lieu Parking Agreement between the Redevelopment Agency and Ben
Trainer for nine parking spaces for property located at 303 Third Street, subject to the terms and
conditions outlined in the Request for Council Action dated July 5, 1995. The motion carried by
roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(City Council Ordinance No. 3286 - Adopted - Amends Code Reciarding Commercial
Districts -Adult Businesses (640.10)
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 3286 for Council adoption - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE HUNTINGTON BEACH ZONING AND
SUBDIVISION ORDINANCE BY AMENDING SECTION 211.04 THEREOF RELATING TO LAND
USE CONTROLS FOR COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS." Ordinance provides for location criteria and
regulations for adult businesses. Public hearing and ordinance introduction approved
June 5, 1995.
A motion was made by Green, seconded by Dettloff, to adopt Ordinance No. 3286. The motion
carried by roll call vote:
AYES: Harman, Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
(City Council Ordinance No. 3287 - Adopted - Nei hborhood Park Designation - Amends
EIIis/Goldenwest Specific Plan (450.30)
The City Clerk presented Ordinance No. 3287 for Council adoption - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE
CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING THE ELLIS-GOLDENWEST SPECIFIC PLAN,
GENERAL PROVISIONS TO PROVIDE FOR THE DESIGNATION OF A THREE TO FIVE ACRE
NEIGHBORHOOD PARK CODE AMENDMENT 93-1." Ordinance provides for a five acre
neighborhood park in Ellis/Goldenwest Specific Plan. Public hearing and introduction approved
June 19, 1995.
A motion was made by Green, seconded by Dettloff, to adopt Ordinance No. 3287. The motion
carried by unanimous vote.
(City Council ORDINANCES FOR INTRODUCTION
The City Clerk presented Ordinances Nos. 3288, 3289, 3290, 3291, 3292, 3293, 3294, 3295,
and 3296 for Council introduction.
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Deputy City Attorney Sarah Lazarus reported that the city did not have a blanket provision in the
Municipal Code that declared all violations of the code to be public nuisances.
A motion was made by Garofalo, seconded by Green, to approve introduction of the following
ordinances. The motion carried by unanimous vote.
(City Council Ordinance No. 3288 - Introduction Approved - Public Nuisance To Interfere
With Vision Of Police Officer Peace Officer Or Special Officer (640.10) - "AN ORDINANCE
OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 9.04 OF THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTION 9.04.020 PERTAINING TO NUISANCE."
(City Council Ordinance No. 3289 - Introduction Approved - Public Nuisance To Dress Or
Undress In Bathing Suit In Public (640.10) - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 9.20 OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL
CODE BY ADDING SECTION 9.20.040 PERTAINING TO NUISANCE."
(City Council) Ordinance No. 3290 - Introduction Approved _Public Nuisance, To Breathe Or
Drink Glue Etc. (640.10) -"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH
AMENDING CHAPTER 9.40 OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING
SECTION 9.40.040 PERTAINING TO THE INHALING OF CERTAIN SUBSTANCES TO BE A
NUISANCE."
(City Council Ordinance No. 3291 - Introduction Approved - Public Nuisance To Drink
Alcohol On Public Street, Etc. (640.10) -"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON
BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 9.44 OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE BY
ADDING SECTION 9.44.040 PERTAINING TO NUISANCE."
(City Council Ordinance No. 3292 - Introduction Approved - Public Nuisance To Fire Or
Dischar e A Firearm Within City Limits (640.10) - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 9.76 OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL
CODE BY ADDING SECTION 9.76.020 PERTAINING TO NUISANCE."
(City Council) Ordinance No. 3293 - Introduction Approved - Public Nuisance To Wear Or
Carry Concealed Pistol, Dirk Or Other Dangerous Weapon (640.10) - "AN ORDINANCE OF
THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 9.80 OF THE HUNTINGTON
BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTION 9.80.040 PERTAINING TO NUISANCE."
(City Council Ordinance No. 3294 - introduction Approved - Public Nuisance To Block
Sidewalk Or Entrance To Public Building (640.10) - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF
HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 12.32 OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH
MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTION 12.32.100 PERTAINING TO NUISANCE."
(City Council Ordinance No. 3295 - Introduction Approved - Public Nuisance To Commit
Any Act As Described In Sections 13.48.010 Through 13.48.150 In A Public Park (640.10) -
"AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING CHAPTER 13.48 OF
THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING SECTION 13.48.155 PERTAINING
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(City Council Ordinance No. 3296 - Introduction Approved - Public Nuisance To Commit
Any Act Described In Foregoing Sections On Or Within Premises Of Any Public Building
(640,10) - "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HUNTINGTON BEACH AMENDING
CHAPTER 13.52 OF THE HUNTINGTON BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE BY ADDING
SECTION 13.52.030 PERTAINING TO NUISANCE."
(City Council Finance Board Request For Council Committee Liaisons To Work With
Finance Board Regarding Goals Objectives And Redefining Roles -Approved (110.10)
The City Clerk presented a communication from Councilman Garofalo regarding Appointment of
City Investment Advisory Board and Miscellaneous Other Related Items (H - Item, City Council
Agenda, July 5, 1995).
A motion was made by Garofalo, seconded by Green, that the Mayor be directed to meet with the
Finance Board to review Council's goals and objectives reflected in the establishing ordinance for
the Board.
An amendment to the motion was made by Leipzig, accepted by Garofalo, to include the Mayor
Pro Tem.
The amended motion carried by unanimous vote.
(City Council Appointment To The Investment AdvisorV Board To Be Made On July 17 1995
(110.20)
The City Clerk presented a communication from Councilman Garofalo regarding Appointment of
City Investment Advisory Board and Miscellaneous Other Related Items (H - Item, City Council
Agenda, July 5, 1995).
Councilman Garofalo announced that he would be making his appointment to the City Investment
Advisory Board of Gloria Winscott at the July 17, 1995 meeting.
Status Report Regarding Applications Received For Investment Advisory Board (110.10)
Don Watson, City Treasurer, reported regarding applications received for the Investment Advisory
Board. He stated that the application process had been extended due to insufficient applications
and that copies of all applications would be transmitted to Council after the close of the
application process on Friday.
(City Council) Proposed Mission Statement - City Investment Advisory Board - Approved
The City Clerk presented a communication from Councilman Garofalo regarding Appointment of
City Investment Oversight Board and Miscellaneous Other Related Items (H - Item, City Council
3 10 Agenda, July 5, 1995).
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In response to Mayor Leipzig's question, the City Treasurer reported regarding the proposed
Mission Statement for the City Investment Advisory Board and stated that all of the elements are
in the Mission Statement or the Enabling Ordinance.
A motion was made by Garofalo, seconded by Green, to adopt the proposed Mission Statement
for the City Investment Advisory Board with the tacit approval of the City Treasurer.
Councilman Harman requested that the City Investment Advisory Board review the Mission
Statement for their input.
The motion carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Bauer, Sullivan, Leipzig, Dettloff, Green, Garofalo
NOES: Harman
ABSENT: None
(G.1ty Council) Angus Oil Settlement Agreement Funds RegardinDevelopment And
Improvement Of Park Sites (600.10)
The City Clerk presented a communication from Councilman Garofalo regarding his agendized
item.
A motion was made by Garofalo, seconded by Green, to direct staff to return on July 17, 1995
with a report regarding the status of the staff position on the issue.
Robe nz,`Deputy City Administrator, Administrative Services, reported regarding a proposed
settleme-wittt04yr r)ts in the amount of approximately six thousand dollars ($6,000) per month
for a total of three hundreo'seventy=five dollars ($375,000). He stated that no funds had been
received to date.
Councilman Harman requested a staff report regarding whether the payment can be paid directly
to the Boys and Girls Club of Huntington Valley as opposed to the park which is the city and
whether the payment can be applied directly to their loan at the Huntington National Bank.
The motion carried by unanimous vote.
Report-Regardina-KPMG Peat Marwick Audit (300,10) _... .
Mayor Leipzig spoke regarding an audit performed by KPMG Peat Marwick. He stated that the
City Council, at that time of the audit, held a lengthy study session with discussion of the security
of the city's cash flow and that the audit was thoroughly examined by Council and the City
Treasurer.
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Recess
The Mayor called a recess of the City Council and Redevelopment Agency.
Closed Session
The Mayor called a recess of the City Council and Redevelopment Agency for the purpose of
considering the following Closed Session items:
Closed Session - City Council Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 to Consider
Personnel Matters - Performance Evaluation of City Administrator. (120.80)
Reconvene
Mayor Leipzig reconvened the regular meeting of the City Council and Redevelopment Agency at
12:00 a.m.
Adjournment - City CouncillRedevelopment Aaency
The Mayor adjourned the adjourned regular meetings of the City Council and the Redevelopment
Agency of the City of Huntington Beach to Monday, July 10, 1995, at 5:00 p.m. Room B-8, Civic
Center, 2000 Main Street, Huntington Beach, California.
ATTEST:
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City Clerk/Clerk
City Clerk and ex-officio Clerk of the City
Council of the City of Huntington Beach, and
Clerk of the Redevelopment Agency of the
City of Huntington Beach California
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Mayor/Chairman
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