1981 MAY 05 CC MINX > 4 0
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING
OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
May 5, 1981
1. CALL TO ORDER
The El Segundo City Council convened in regular session on the above
date at the hour of 7:00 o'clock p.m., in the Council Chamber of the
E1 Segundo City Hall.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Boy Scout Troop 267 Leader Bill Simmons led the Salute to the Flag.
3. INVOCATION was delivered by Councilman William Bue.
4. ROLL CALL: Present: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue,
Siadek and Mayor Van Vranken
Absent: Councilman Johnson
5. PRESENTATIONS
a. The Mayor read a proclamation declaring May 9, 1981 as FIRE SERVICE
RECOGNITION DAY urging all citizens to visit their nearest Fire Station
that both Fire Station #1 and #2 would hold Open House on that day.
The Mayor presented the proclamation to Fire Chief Tom Baron.
b. The Mayor read a proclamation declaring May 10 through May 16, 1981
as NATIONAL POLICE WEEK urging all citizens to observe this week by
commemorating the faithful and loyal service to the community. The
Mayor presented the proclamation to Police Chief Jim Johnson.
C. Introduction of K -9 Patrol Officers and their partners
Chief Johnson stated he was pleased to introduce the City's new K -9 Program
to the Council and the participants, Officer Byron Sumrow and his partner
Graf, and Officer Scott Armstrong with Quido. The Chief explained the
capabilities of the dogs, that they were exceedingly valuable in search
procedures of large buildings.
Lt. Tim Grimmond, Coordinator of the K -9 Program, narrated a T.V. film of
the dogs at work, showing them protecting the officer, seizing a suspect,
searching a building, and retrieving a hand gun thrown away by a suspect.
6. SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS
a. Public Hearing on appeal of Chevron, U.S.A. Inc. from Planning Com-
mission denial of Conditional Use Permit
The Mayor announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for
hearing the appeal of Chevron, U.S.A. Inc. for Conditional Use Permit to
remodel and expand the Service Station into a self - service facility and
convenience store at 601 Vista del Mar, and inquired if proper notice of
the hearing had been given. City Clerk Burrowes replied that affidavits
of publishing and mailing the notice were on file. The Mayor directed
that said file become a part of this hearing and then inquired if any
written communications had been received. The City Clerk replied that
two letters of protest had been received, one from the Cripe Family at
4421 Ocean Drive, Manhattan Beach and the other from owners of convenience
stores in the El Porto area, the E1 Porto Liquor Market, Stan's Liquor
and Players Liquor.
The Mayor directed that these letters become a part of this hearing.
Mr. Frank Spevacek, Planning Consultant, substituting for the Planning
Associate who was on vacation, referred to the rendering and map on the
bulletin board depicting the plans for the remodeling and additional
building at the corner of 45th Street and Vista del Mar. Stated that
protests against the permit had been registered by the City Manager and
the Police Chief at the Planning Commission hearing.
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Advised that the Planning Commission had denied the Conditional Use Permit,
primarily because it would increase noise, render a nuisance in the neigh-
borhood, and increase police response activity.
Mr. Tom Baumgartner, representative from Chevron, stated because of con-
gestion on other streets that Vista del Mar was becoming the alternate
route to residents in the area and also, this change was needed to make
the station a profitable concern.
After discussion by the Council, the Mayor inquired if anyone present
wished to speak in favor of this permit. Hearing'no response, he inquired
if anyone wished to speak in opposition to the project.
Mr. Richard Nichelson, 204 45th Street, Manhattan Beach, stated he felt
very much against the proposal, that problems are increased in the area
during the Summer; that this project may cause even more litter problems,
and the E1 Segundo police would have difficulty answering calls because of
the congested traffic.
Mrs. Joyce Handschumacher, 200 45th Street, Manhattan Beach, stated this
project would create a nuisance and a setting for the criminal element.
Asked the Council to deny the permit.
Mr. Buzz. Handschumacher, 200 45th Street, Manhattan Beach, stated there
would be no benefit to the residents from the market, that it may benefit
other people who come to the beach in the Summer, but will cause more
problems for residents and police. Asked the Council to vote against the
project.
There being no further response, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded
by Councilman Siadek, that the public hearing be closed. Motion carried.
Motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by Councilman Bue, that the
appeal be denied, and that the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, an appeal from the decision of the
E1 Segundo Planning Commission has been received by the
City Council of the City of E1 Segundo from Chevron, U.S.A.
Inc., which decision denied a Conditional Use Permit to
remodel and expand a service station into a self - service
facility and convenience store at 601 South Vista del Mar,
within said City; and
WHEREAS, the City Council did hold a duly
advertised hearing on said appeal on May 5, 1981; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has reached its
decision on said matter;
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF EL SEGUNDO, DOES HEREBY FIND, DETERMINE, AND ORDER,
that the decision of the E1 Segundo Planning Commission
be, and the same is hereby upheld and that the application
of Chevron U.S.A. Inc., as hereinabove defined, is denied.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Siadek
and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilman Johnson
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b. Extension of Precise Plan No. 2 -80, 42 -unit condominium development
at 928 -954 Main Street and 937 -945 Pepper Street, Anastasi Construction
The Mayor inquired if the applicant was present.
Mr. William A. Ross, 1413 Sepulveda Boulevard, Manhattan Beach, attorney
for Anastasi responded, stated that many problems had been encountered
since the inception of this project, such as procuring community driveway
easements, zone change for a portion of the property and a breakdown of
negotiations with a leaseholder on a portion of the property, all of which
had been time consuming. Stated that development would be a good buffer
next to commercial property, and requested that a one -year extension be
granted.
Council registered concern whether earnest efforts had been made to nego-
tiate with the leaseholder and that the project may be started, tenants
dislodged and then work halted until the lease problem is resolved.
Mr. Ross asked if the project is extended six months, would the Council
then consider extension for an additional six months providing the lease
matter is resolved.
Mr. Wayne Anastasi, 1200 Aviation Boulevard, Redondo Beach, responded to
Council's inquiries.
Mr. Tom Patty of Anastasi Construction Company also responded to Council's
questions.
Mr. Loyal Christensen, Chairman Planning Commission, stated the Commission
felt an obligation to extend the time because of the many complications
encountered and thought the City had some responsibility in regard to the
delay.
After further discussion, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded
by Councilman Bue, that the time for commencement of Precise Plan No. 2 -80
be extended for an additional six months, said time to expire November 20,
1981. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Siadek,
and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilman Johnson
c. Changes in lot coverage, Precise Plan No. 7 -80 for 8 -unit townhouse
development at 1711 East Pine Avenue and 500 Illinois Street
Planning Consultant Spevacek reported that subject plan had been approved
with a lot coverage of 42.6%, but during plan checking procedures, it was
discovered that the plan actually calculated out at 50.4%; that the devel-
oper had adjusted the plan so it now covers 49.9% of the lot, which does
meet the zoning code.
Stated that the Planning Commission and staff recommended concurrence with
the change since the design is substantially the same as originally approved
and does meet code requirements.
Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek,
that the Council concur with Planning's recommendation and that the change
in Precise Plan No. 7 -80 increasing the lot coverage to 49.9% be approved.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Siadek,
and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilman Johnson
7. ORAL COMMUNCATIONS
None
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REPORTS OF COMMITTEES
a. South Bay Corridor Study Steering Committee Councilman Bue reported
that the intersection of Aviation Boulevard and Rosecrans Avenue will be
improved, and the County will develop plans for the upgrading of that corner.
b. South Bay Cities Association. Councilman Bue reported that the report
on the peripheral canal was interesting, but there was not anything really
new to report.
C. Centinela Valley Juvenile Diversion Project Councilman Siadek asked
Council's approval to move or reassign the City's involvement in this pro-
gram to the South Bay Juvenile Diversion Project. Advised he had the con-
currence of the staff people involved and full support of Deane Dana's office.
Stated that E1 Segundo is geographically located in the South Bay area and
the City's problems are more closely related to those of the other cities
in the South Bay Diversion project.
Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Bue, that
Councilman Siadek's request be approved, that staff prepare whatever papers
are necessary to transfer the City of E1 Segundo from the Centinela Valley
Juvenile Diversion Project to the South Bay Juvenile Diversion Project.
Motion carried.
d. Airport Noise Control and Land Use Study Steering Committee (ANCLUC)
Councilman Armstrong reported that a
and announcement of this choice would
thought this was a step in the right
Airport and community.
CONSENT CALENDAR
new coordinator had been chosen,
be made May 6, 1981. Stated he
direction in coordination of the
Councilman Armstrong asked that Item (a) be removed from the Calendar for
separate discussion.
Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman
Siadek, that the balance of items on the Consent Calendar be approved.
Motion carried:
b. Warrants Nos. 70639 through 70792 on Demand Register Summary No. 20
in total amount of $684,506.59
... Ratified and approved
c. Promotional examination Plan for Fire Captain
... Approved
d. Resolution authorizing destruction of certain records in the office
of the City Clerk,
entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3066
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AUTHORIZING THE DESTRUC-
TION OF CERTAIN RECORDS IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY
CLERK
... Resolution adopted
e. Specification No. 80 -18 for interior painting, carpeting and tiling
at City Library
... Specifications approved and authorization given to
advertise for bids, said bids to be received June 2, 1981
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f. Resolution approving Final Map of Tract 40008, Precise Plan No. 4 -80
225 -231 West Palm Avenue
entitled:
RESOLUTION NO. 3067
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE FINAL MAP
OF TRACT NO. 40008 LOCATED WITHIN SAID CITY
... Resolution adopted
10. CALL ITEMS FROM CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Minutes of regular City Council meeting of April 21, 1981
Councilman Armstrong asked that subject minutes be held over until the
next meeting to verify a possible discrepancy in the vote regarding
Ordinance No. 1004 on page 2.
There being no objections, the Mayor so ordered.
11. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS - None
12. REPORTS OF OFFICERS
a. City Manager Jones
1) Report on processing of traffic citations and recommendation
regarding new account clerk position
Reported that in the past few years difficulty had been encountered in the
processing of parking citations, which greatly affected the City's enforce-
ment program. Stated that legislation had changed allowing municipalities
to assume the duties for collection of fines and the Finance Department had
been doing that since March 1, 1981. Recommended that one Accounting Clerk
be hired to process Police parking citations, with additional duties of
keeping the data processing records, assisting with the central filing system,
business licenses and cashiering. Advised that the total cost for this oper-
ation for the remainder of this fiscal year would be $4,884.00 and asked that
the Council authorize appropriation of that amount.
Director of Finance Giordano responded to Council's questions, that during
the day the Finance Department would update the master file and during the
evening hours, the Police Department would perform this duty.
City Manager Jones advised that the additional duties would impose such
a work load on the staff that the quality of work in the Finance Department
would deteriorate.
Mr. Ron Hart, Chairman Merchants' Committee of E1 Segundo, stated that at
budget meetings it was said that the revenue derived from tickets was to
be punitive only and not supposed to be revenue producing; that traffic
control should be control and not revenue generating. Stated it was the
opinion of many people on Main Street or the merchant community that
people are not coming into town because they have been told they might get
a ticket.
City Manager Jones explained that some of the limited parking on Main
Street had been established at the request of the merchants; that the Traf-
fic Committee and the Chamber of Commerce coordinate efforts to handle
problems as they come up.
The Council discussed further the matter of parking regulations and enforce-
ment and by mutual consent deferred subject matter until the next regular
City Council meeting.
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The City Manager asked to meet in closed session with the Council to
discuss meeting and conferring with the E1 Segundo Police Association.
b. Acting City Manager Katherine Stone
1) Report on status of Hyperion Energy Recovery System Project
Reported that the City of Los Angeles had made application for a South
Coast Regional Air Quality permit and this had been certified as complete;
that if this holds, it means the project would be able to go under older,
laxer emission control rules if the Board changes its regulations. Advised
the Council to write both the City of Los Angeles and the Air Quality Dis-
trict protesting the certification of completeness since the design had
not been completed, and that she would draft the letters for the Council
if it so desired.
Stated that the Pacific Legal Foundation has two related law suits, that
at this point the new policy of the administration has not reached down
to the EPA or Justice yet, so they have not reached any discussions with
these agencies. Asked permission to discuss this further in closed session.
Advised there had been one policy change at the EPA level, indicating
they will consider extending the deadline under the Ocean Dumping Act to
New York to permit them to continue dumping. Further advised she would be
going to Washington, D.C. again tomorrow and if the Council wished, she
would touch base with some representatives and it might be appropriate
to encourage them to make another effort toward the Vice President's
Counsel on the matter.
Stated she would like a brief time in closed session to discuss a matter
of potential litigation.
After discussion with ways and means of pursuing the matter, the Council
was in agreement that Ms. Stone reinforce the contacts the City had made
in Washington, D.C.
City Manager Jones reported that in related matters, a preliminary meeting
of the Association of Metropolitan Sewage Agencies indicated a subcommittee
would be formed to oversee a lobbying effort at state and national levels
on water quality standards, particularly as they relate to disposal wastes
in the ocean and there may be a chance E1 Segundo could participate without
becoming a member of the organization.
Mayor Van Vranken advised that if the Sanitation Districts are members, it
might be the way to participate in this effort; that he would inquire at
the Board meeting to be held May 6.
c. Acting Director of Public Works Jack Allen
1) Quitclaim deeds for slope easements at northeast corner of
Aviation Boulevard and El Segundo Boulevard
Advised that the developer, Ancal Engineering Company had requested the
City quitclaim two slope easements on subject corner. Stated that the
hill on which the Leuzinger farmhouse is located will be eliminated and,
therefore, the easements would no longer be needed.
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that
the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, that certain slope easement
insofar as it pertains to and affects the following
described real property located in the City of E1
Segundo, County of Los Angeles, State of California,
to wit:
The most westerly 1.00 foot of Parcel 2 of
Parcel Map No. 7119 as recorded in Book 74
Page 27 of Parcel Maps in the Office of the
County Recorder, County of Los Angeles, State
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of California, lying adjacent to that certain
course shown on said Parcel Map as having a
bearing of North Oo 02' 30" east and a length
of 101.04 feet (Aviation Boulevard)
is no longer needed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the
Mayor of the City of E1 Segundo be and he is hereby
authorized to execute a Quitclaim Deed for said ease-
ment from the City of E1 Segundo to THE HEIRS AND
DEVISEES OF LOUIS E. LEUZINGER AND ARTHUR T. LEUZINGER
and the City Clerk to attest the same.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Siadek,
and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilman Johnson
Motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that
the following resolution be adopted:
WHEREAS, that certain slope easement
insofar as it pertains to and affects the following
described real property located in the City of E1
Segundo, County of Los Angeles, State of California,
to wit:
The most southerly 5.00 feet of Parcel 2
of Parcel Map No. 7119 as recorded in Book
74, Page 27 of Parcel Maps, in the Office of
the County Recorder, County of Los Angeles,
State of California, bounded on the west by
a line parallel with and 342.09 feet westerly
of the easterly line of said Parcel 2 and bounded
on the east by a line parallel with and 180.09
feet westerly of the easterly line of said Par-
cel 2 (E1 Segundo Boulevard)
is no longer needed.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the
Mayor of the City of E1 Segundo be and he is hereby
authorized to execute a Quitclaim Deed for said ease-
ment from the City of E1 Segundo to THE HEIRS AND
DEVISEES OF LOUIS E. LEUZINGER AND ARTHUR T. LEUZINGER
and the City Clerk to attest the same.
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Siadek,
and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilman Johnson
2) Emergency Sewerline Repairs
Advised that after repairs had been made to the sewer main trunk line
west of Acacia Street, the 25 -foot deep line was pictured with a T.V.
camera revealing three additional sections of crushed pipe.
Recommended the same contractor, MGR Construction Company, that just
finished repairs to the line, be authorized to make these emergency
repairs, and that the estimated cost of $30,000 be appropriated from
the Capital Improvement Fund Account No. 11- 800201 for this work.
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Motion was made by Councilman Armstrong, seconded by Councilman Siadek,
that the broken sewer mains south of the intersection of West Sycamore
and Dune Street and west of Acacia Street constitute a public health
hazard necessitating immediate repairs and that an amount not to exceed
$30,000 be appropriated from the Capital Improvement Fund Account No.
11- 800201 for said repairs. Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Siadek,
and Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilmen None
Absent: Councilman Johnson
13. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
a. Ordinance No. 1004, changing zoning from Public Facilities (P -F)
to Planned Residential Development (PRD)
Acting City Attorney Stone presented subject ordinance, entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 1004
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING TITLE 20 (THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE)
OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING THE ZON-
ING MAP REFERRED TO IN SECTION 20.16.030 OF SAID CODE
(3 -80)
which title was read.
Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of said ordinance was
waived. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Siadek, seconded by
Councilman Bue, that said ordinance be adopted. On roll call, said motion
carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Siadek and
Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilman Armstrong
Absent: Councilman Johnson
b. Ordinance amending Section 20.24.070 of Municipal Code relating to
lot area per dwelling
Acting City Attorney Stone presented subject ordinance, entitled:
ORDINANCE NO. 1005
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING TITLE 20 (THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE)
OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING SECTION
20.24.070 RELATING TO LOT AREA PER DWELLING
which title was read.
Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of said ordinance was
waived. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Coun-
cilman Siadek, that said ordinance be adopted. On roll call, said motion
carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Siadek and
Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilman Armstrong
Absent: Councilman Johnson
C. Ordinance amending Section 20.24.220 of Municipal Code relating to
condominium precise plan requirements
Acting City Attorney Stone presented subject ordinance, entitled:
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ORDINANCE NO. 1006
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA,
AMENDING TITLE 20 (THE COMPREHENSIVE ZONING ORDINANCE)
OF THE EL SEGUNDO MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING SECTION
20.24.220 AND ADDING SECTIONS 20.24.224, 20.24.226
AND 20.24.228 RELATING TO VARIOUS REQUIREMENTS FOR
CONDOMINIUMS
which title was read.
Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of said ordinance
was waived. Thereafter, motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by
Councilman Siadek, that said ordinance be adopted. On roll call, said
motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Bue, Siadek and
Mayor Van Vranken
Noes: Councilman Armstrong
Absent: Councilman Johnson
14. NEW BUSINESS - none
15. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
a. Mr. Roger Siegal, 937 Lomita Street, stated there is not a professional
football team franchise at the Los Angeles Memorial Coliseum at the present
time, the Los Angeles Rams having moved to Orange County and it doesn't
appear that the Oakland Raiders will be allowed to play in the Coliseum.
Therefore, he has asked for the right to put together a new franchise on a
non - profit basis for the Coliseum and suggested the team be named either
the E1 Segundo Blues or the South Bay Blues, or a combination of the two.
Stated he hoped the City would consider a joint venture in this NFL franchise.
Mr. Siegal suggested that to determine the character of parking citations,
the officers issuing the tickets, keep a running tab on where they had
been issued. Also suggested the City put together a position paper on where
things stand on the Hyperion problem and send a copy to the Grand Jury; or
another way might be to consider annexation of the Hyperion Plant.
b. Mrs. Madelyn Bennett,527 Richmond Street, related that her fellow
employees refused to come to E1 Segundo for lunch because of their fear
of getting a parking ticket. Also spoke of changes requested in procedures
of the Treasurer and Finance Departments.
Advised the Council of her involvement in protesting the proposed Hyperion
Sludge Disposal Plan, that she had written a letter to the EPA in San Fran-
cisco prior to the established deadline date in which she advised she would
file suit. Stated she had been unsuccessful in so doing and, therefore,
asked that since the City's letter had not been filed in a timely manner,
could she go ahead with her letter with a class action suit.
City Manager Jones responded that the City's submissions to the EPA had
all been in a timely manner, that the City had not become directly involved
in litigation, but was supporting the litigation efforts of the Pacific
Legal Foundation. Further advised that litigation may only delay progress,
that possibly the best approach would be through Congress, and political
efforts were being pursued by the Council in this direction.
Council members and acting City Attorney Stone further advised Mrs. Bennett
of extensive efforts being made against the Sludge Program, advising that
a personal letter from her to the Pacific Legal Foundation might be helpful.
16. RECESS:
At the hour of 9:45 o'clock p.m., the Council recessed to a Closed Session
in the Mayor's office to discuss matters of possible litigation and meet
and confer sessions with the E1 Segundo Police Association.
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At the hour of 11:15 o'clock p.m., the Council reconvened, the following
members being present and answering roll call:
Ayes: Councilmen Armstrong, Bue, Siadek,
and Mayor Van Vranken
17. ADJOURNMENT
No other business appearing to come before the Council at this session,
motion was made by Councilman Bue, seconded by Councilman Siadek, that
the meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 11:16 o'clock p.m.
Motion carried.
APPROVED:
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R. K. Van Vranken, Mayor
Respectfully submitted,
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Valerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk
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