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1984 APR 17 CC MINMINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING_ OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL April 17, 1984 I CALL TO ORDER The E1 Segundo City Council convened in regular session on Tuesday, April 17, 1984 at 7:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber of the El Segundo City Hall. II PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE was led by Mr. Floyd Carr, former Mayor. III INVOCATION was delivered by Pastor Larry Swain of the First Baptist Church. IV ROLL CALL Present: Council Members Armstrong, Johnson, Siadek, Synadinos and Mayor Bue Absent: Council Members None V SPECIAL ORDER OF BUSINESS A. Presentation of Resolution declaring results of Appeal filed by Mr. David Carr, and heard by the Council on April 3, 1984, for Variance #84 -1 on property located at 947 Cedar Street. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN ARMSTRONG, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3259 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, THE FINDINGS AND DETERMINATIONS OF THE CITY PLANNING COMMISSION AS SET FORTH IN ITS RESOLUTION NO. 2064; DENYING THE APPEAL FOR A VARIANCE AT 947 CEDAR STREET, EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, BY DAVID CARR; AND ACCORDINGLY DENYING APPROVAL OF VARIANCE NO. 84 -1. which was read, be adopted. THE MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. B. Canvass of General Municipal Election held Tuesday, April 10, 1984 City Clerk Burrowes advised that pursuant to law and the authority and direction set forth in the City Council's Resolution No. 3256, she had completed the canvass of the election held April 10, 1984, and presented to the Council the City Clerk's Certificate of Canvass. Stated that the whole number of ballots cast in the City was 3,237, that the names of the persons voted for and the number of votes given in the City to each person were as follows: For Member of the City Council: Sharon K. Miller 874 Carl W. Jacobson 1,649 Marvin R. Johnson 1,524 Jack E. Siadek 1,569 Keith Schuldt 1,853 Herbert P. Walsleben, Jr. 1,383 For City Clerk: Ronald L. Hart 1,271 Valerie Burrowes 1,763 For City Treasurer Louise Eckersley 1,880 James F. Weber 1,101 MOTION WAS MADE EY COUNCILMAN ARMSTRONG, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, that the following resolution, entitled: RESOLUTION NO. 3260 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, RECITING THE FACT OF THE GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD IN SAID CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, ON THE 10th DAY OF APRIL 1984; DECLARING THE RESULTS THEREOF AND SUCH OTHER MATTERS AS ARE PROVIDED BY LAW. which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Armstrong, Johnson, Siadek, Synadinos and Mayor Bue. Noes: Councilmembers None Absent: Councilmembers None Mayor Bue presented Certificate of Election to City Clerk Valerie Burrowes and administered the Constitu- tional Oath of Office, to which she subscribed. Mrs. Burrowes expressed her appreciation to the voters who had returned her to office, and gave special thanks to her husband for his support. City Clerk Burrowes presented Certificate of Election to City Treasurer Louise Eckersley and administered the Constitutional Oath of Office, to which she subscribed. Mrs. Eckersley stated she was pleased to be re- elected; thanked all who voted for her and those who worked in her behalf during the campaign. City Clerk Burrowes issued Certificates of Election to Councilmen Carl Jacobson, Jack E. Siadek, and Keith Schuldt and administered the Constitutional Oath of Office, to which each subscribed. Retiring Councilman Johnson thanked all the citizens who voted in the last election, and urged citizen participation in municipal government. He expressed his admiration and respect for retiring Mayor William Bue. Mayor Bue thanked Councilman Johnson and noted the many hours of service which Mr. Johnson had contributed to the City. Mayor Bue then shared a -2- Council Minutes April 17, 1984 \//ti 17 3 x o174 memorandum which he had written to Mr. Johnson, calling attention to the many committees and advisory groups on which he had served during his term on the Council. Mayor Bue stated that he had always considered it a privilege and pleasure to be a member of the Council, and a distinct honor to have been selected to serve as Mayor. He further stated that he had always been proud of the City on those occasions when he served as its official representative. The Mayor gave special thanks to his wife, Jean and to those who were active in working for his election and re- election. He also thanked his fellow Councilmembers for their support; City Manager Art Jones, who is recuperating from surgery and whose 17th Anniversary with the City coincided with this Council meeting date; members of the City staff; and, finally, his employer, Hughes Aircraft, for allowing him the time to accomplish both jobs. In closing, the Mayor expressed his best wishes to those assuming office. Councilmen Jacobson, Siadek and Schuldt took their seats at the Council table and the City Council thus constituted the following members: Charles K. Armstrong Carl Jacobson Jack E. Siadek Keith Schuldt Le Synadinos who were present. Councilman Siadek acknowledged several individuals present who had previously been politically active in the City. He further stated that he is looking forward to working with other members of the Council. He expressed his appreciation to the voters for returning him to the Council. Councilman Jacobson thanked those individuals who supported his campaign, as well as his predecessors on the Council. One of his goals is to keep E1 Segundo a great place to live; he stated he would like to work with others for the betterment of the City. Councilman Schuldt thanked the voters, the members of his election committee, and his wife, who worked many hours on his behalf. He stated that he is looking forward to working on the Council, and hopes he they will have study sessions in order to assist in the development of goals. At this time, City Clerk Burrowes invited nominations for the office of Mayor. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILWOMAN SYNADINOS, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN JACOBSON that Councilman Armstrong be nominated to serve as Mayor. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK that Councilman Schuldt be nominted to serve as Mayor. MOTION failed for lack of a second. Iele Council Minutes April 17, 1984 MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN JACOBSON, and UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED that nominations be closed. Thereafter, the City Clerk was instructed to cast a UNANIMOUS BALLOT for Councilman Armstrong as Mayor of the City of E1 Segundo. City Clerk Burrowes thereupon announced that Charles K. Armstrong had been elected Mayor of the City of E1 Segundo by unanimous vote of the Council. Mayor Armstrong opened nominations for the office of Mayor pro tempore. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN JACOBSON, SECONDED BY MAYOR ARMSTRONG that the name of Councilwoman Synadinos be placed in nomination. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED BY MAYOR ARMSTRONG that the name of Councilman Schuldt be placed in nomination. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN JACOBSON AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED that nominations for the position of Mayor Pro Tempore be closed. A roll call vote was taken for the nomination of Councilwoman Synadinos to serve as Mayor Pro Tempore, with the following result: Ayes: Jacobson, Synadinos, Mayor Armstrong Noes: Siadek, Schuldt Absent: None At this time, Councilman Siadek requested a revote of the motion. On roll call, the following result was noted: Ayes: Jacobson, Schuldt, Siadek, Synadinos, and Mayor Armstrong. Noes: None Councilwoman Synadinos thanked Council members for their support, and expressed appreciation for unanimity on the final vote. She further congratulated the newly - elected members of the Council. Mayor Armstrong expressed his thanks and stated he is hopeful of the Council's ability to move forward. C. Public Hearing on proposed Amendment to Precise Plan #4 -74, for property located at 2161 East Grand Avenue (Continental Federal Credit Union) Mayor Armstrong announced that this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the subject hearing, and inquired if proper notice of the hearing had been given, to which City Clerk Burrowes replied that affidavits of publishing and mailing of the notice were in her file. The Mayor directed that the file become a part of this hearing and then inquired if any written communications had been received, to which Mrs. Burrowes replied that none had been received in her office. -4- Council Minutes April 17, 1984 }� 6175 �( ti l 76 Planning Director Romaniello presented the proposed amendment and described the relevant background This development was originally approved in 1974 and permitted Continental Federal Credit Union of a one - story building with 50 parking spaces and 36% landscaping on a parcel of approximately 51,400 square feet at subject location. They are now requesting that they be allowed to decrease the percentage of open space from 36% to 26.5% in order to increase the number of on -site parking spaces from 50 to 72. Mr. Romaniello further stated that the recommendation of the Planning Commission is to adopt said Precise Plan with the following two conditions: 1) That a five foot setback be landscaped and maintained on the north property line; and 2) That all on -site parking be provided in accordance with the requirements of the E1 Segundo Municipal Code. Councilman Schuldt noted that in his review of the plans indicated an increase of 23 spaces rather than 22. He further stated that there are three trees located on the corner of the subject property which he felt should be retained. Mr. Romaniello noted that a reduction of two parking spaces, from 72 to 70 total, would make it possible to preserve the trees in question. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SCHULDT, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK that the Precise Plan Amendment, #4 -74, be amended so as to require and include the preservation of the three trees under discussion. It was indicated that this proposal would be agreeable to the applicant. Councilwoman Synadinos questioned the need for three additional handicapped parking spaces, as well as the appropriateness of the location of the third, eastern most space. Mayor Armstrong inquired if anyone wished to speak regarding this matter. Hearing none, MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SCHULDT, that the Public Hearing be closed. City Attorney Dolley presented subject Ordinance, which was ready for introduction, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 852 AND ADOPTING AN AMENDMENT TO PRECISE PLAN NO. 4 -74 WITH CERTAIN CONDITIONS FOR THE PROPERTY LOCATED AT 2161 EAST GRAND AVENUE, EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA which title was read. Upon motion duly made and carried, further reading of the ordinance was waived. The ordinance was then introduced by Councilman Siadek. -5- Council Minutes April 17, 1984 X 61 7 VI REPORTS OF COMMITTEES A. Consideration of procedure for filling vacancy on the Park and Recreation Commission - (Term of John L(jwe ends May 14, 1984) Acting City Manager Kevin Northcraft clarified that there will be two vacancies occurring on the Planning Commission in June, 1984, and two on the Community Cable Commission in 1985. Several alternative methods to advertising and interviewing were discussed. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SCHULDT, that there be a consolidated recruiting effort for all commission appointments, with solicitations appearing in El Segundo Reports as well as the local newspaper. During subsequent discussion, it was clarified that there would be no closing date for this application procedure. The list of those individuals who ex- pressed interest in serving on a commission would be reviewed periodically. These amendments to the motion were accepted by Councilmen Siadek and Schuldt. THE MOTION WAS CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. B. Mayor Armstrong gave a brief report on the refur- bishing of the Hyperion Plant. Although expected completion was scheduled for July, 1986, it appears that it will extend into the following year. Trucks will be operating on a twenty -four hour per day basis until cleaning operations are completed. C. City Attorney Dolley reporting on ANCLUC, noted that part of his report would need to be dealt with in Closed Session. At the direction of Council however, staff has been involved in the State noise variance proceedings, and have taken a position that the Airport must implement certain noise reduction programs in order to meet State noise reduction standards. The Airport has filed suit against the State of California and is alleging that the State is without authority to impose certain types of conditions on its operations. D. Internal /External Committee Assignments for Council The Mayor announced that the Council members would be receiving a list of committee positions for con- sideration. He invited the Council to respond re- garding their preference for service. VII ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mrs. Pearl Stevens, 608 Illinois Court, spoke with regards to the allocation of property tax monies received by the City. She stated that Los Angeles County takes all the property tax revenue except the 5.39% which is returned to the City. This percentage varies with some cities receiving considerably more. Mrs. Stevens felt that the Council should appoint a commission to work towards a proposed bill for Legislature that could overturn this percentage. Mrs. Stevens recommended a recovery rate at 50%. She further stated that the Ways and Means Committee hearing would be held April 24th. 0 Council Minutes April 17, 1984 '*.: 6178 Councilman Siadek agreed with comments of Mrs. Stevens', and recommended the appointment of a working commission. Mr. Northcraft stated that there have been discussions in the League of California Cities with a view to deter- mining possible bases of support for a modification of the present recovery rate. Councilman Siadek volunteered to work with Mr. North - craft prior to the Ways and Means Committee meeting of April 24, to prepare suggestions for the composition of of a commission for presentation to the Council at its next meeting. Pat Smith, Mike Wyatt, and Wes Bush volun- teered to work with Councilman Siadek on this project. Mr. Dennis Martin, 836 East Grand Avenue, congratulated newly- elected Council members. He then spoke regarding his April 10, 1984 letter on "Political Success in E1 Segundo," expressing his hope that it will provide a helpful framework for action. The Mayor suggested that he meet with Mr. Martin to review his lengthy statement. Mrs. Rene Lindquist, 315 West Palm, presented signatures in support of the Aquatics Club and its use of the pool and facilities. It was recommended that the signatures first be presented to the Park and Recreation Commission at their meeting the next evening. VIII CONSENT CALENDAR MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED BY COUNCILWOMAN SYNADINOS, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED that all items on the Consent Calendar be approved, except Items (A), (C) , and (D). B. Warrants Nos. 82981 - 83209 on Demand Register Summary No. 19 in total amount of $1,184,041.33 RATIFIED AND APPROVED IX CALL ITEMS FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR A. Minutes of the Regular City Council Meeting for April 3, 1984 City Clerk Burrowes reported that the subject item was not yet completed for presentation. C. State Alcoholic Beverage Control, Application for Premise to Premise transfer of On Sale General Eating Place License for JTS Brown Salon #2, 100 North Sepulveda Blvd. - Conditional Use Permit is required Councilman Jacobson noted that this application will require a conditional use permit. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN JACOBSON, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED, that this subject application be received and filed with the noted condition. D. Ratification of Noise Permit request from United Methodist Church to hold Easter Sunrise Service in Library Park on April 22, from 6:30 AM - 7:30 AM -7- Council Minutes April 17, 1984 Mayor suggested that any permit request which would allow an increase in the noise level should be pre- sented to the Council for ratification; following discussion, Mr. Dalgleish, Director of Building and Safety stated that the Council would be notified of such requests whenever possible. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SCHULDT, that the above request for a permit be ratified. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. X WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Dennis Martin, letter dated April 10, 1984 regard- ing the political success in El Segundo which had been discussed during Oral Communications. XI REPORTS OF OFFICERS A. Acting City Manager Northcraft 1. Request from Department of Building and Safety for transfer of funds to complete this fiscal year Mr. Northcraft stated that due to an increase in the volume of building plans being submitted for checking, and the fact that two construction inspectors have recenty resigned, it is necessary to place additional funds in the Professional and Technical Account. The first transfer would move funds from the permanefTt salaries account in order to pay temporary personnel; the second transfer would cover the costs of additional outside plan reviews. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SCHULDT, that the request from the Department of Building and Safety for the trans- fer of funds as requested, be approved. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. At 8:50 P.M., the Council recessed for ten minutes. At 8:59 P.M., the Council reconvened. Roll was called with the following present: Council Members Present: Jacobson, Schuldt, Siadek, Synadinos and Mayor Armstrong. Council Members Absent: None 2. Recommendation to waive Business Registration fees for booths at two forthcoming local fairs Mr. Northcraft reported that it has been recommended that the registration fee be set at $12.00 per day for participants in the forthcoming Hometown and Richmond Street Fairs in order to avoid the hardship which would be imposed by the regular fee of $20.00 per participant. City Attorney Dolley stated that it would be necessary to stay within the Code by im- posing the fee. Discussion followed relating to participants being primarily charitable groups versus professional vendors. Council Minutes >( 6179 ;1 6 180 MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN JACOBSON, that the Finance Depart- ment's request for modification of the registra- tion fees for the Hometown and Richmond Street Fairs be approved and that the City Attorney be requested to review the Code in order to estab- lish whether or not additional reduction or eli- mination of the registrtion fees would be allowed. MOTION WAS CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. 3. Recommendation to Approve in Concept the Police Department Contractual Utilization of the City of Hawthorne Data Processing System Councilman Siadek inquired as to whether this item could be continued until April 17th. Mr. Weiner stated that the supplier, PDI, would agree to extend the discount period. Staff was requested to secure additional data on Hawthorne's level of satisfaction with their system. 4. Recommendation to receive and file an Applica- tion from the State Alcoholic Beverage Control for a Caterer's Permit License - On Sale General Eating Place, Goldie's Cafe & Bar, 999 Sepulveda Boulevard Mr. Northcraft stated that staff is recommending that this application be received and filed. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILWOMAN SYNADINOS, SECON- DED BY COUNCILMAN SCHULDT, that the above appli- cation be received and filed. MOTION CARRIED ON THE FOLLOWING VOTE: Ayes: Jacobson, Schuldt, Synadinos, and Mayor Armstrong Noes: None Abstain: Councilman Siadek 5. Recommendation for acquisition of photocopying machine to be located in the Police Department. Funding on Life Cycle Costing Mr. Northcraft reported that an analysis of several brand name machines in terms of life cycle costing showed that the IBM Model 60 was superior to other machines. The request is for an expenditure of $17,606 to purchase machine. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN JACOBSON, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK that the request of the Po- lice Department for and additional $17,606 for the purchase of an IBM Model 60 photocopy machine be approved. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. C. City Attorney Dolley 1. Recommendation to approve Assignment and Assump- tion of the Agreement between the City of El Se- gundo and Beach City Towing, a dba of Gary and Joan Germain, to the "Cheapest Tow in Town, Inc.," dba Beach City Towing am Council Minutes April 17, 1984 Mr. Dolley requested that subject item be with- drawn as it is not yet ready for presentation. Stated he is still in conversations with indivi- duals involved. Mr. Dolley requested time during Closed Session for discussion of litigation matters. C. Director of Public Works 1. Report and Recommendation regarding remodeling project of Fire Station No. 1 Mr. Glickman outlined the results of the seismic safety study of Fire Station No.l performed by Melvyn Green & Associates Inc. and presented their recommendation that the existing building be retained with some structural improvements. He recommended that the report be accepted and that City staff be authorized to negotiate an Agreement with Anthony Langford. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN JACOBSON, that the report of Melvyn Green & Associates Inc. be accepted. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILMAN SIADEK, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN JACOBSON, that staff be authorized to negotiate an agreement for structural improve- ments as needed. MOTION CARRIED UNANIMOUSLY. XII UNFINISHED BUSINESS None XIII NEW BUSINESS A. Councilman Siadek inquired if it would be possible for the City to continue to avail itself of the ser- vices of Mr. Marvin Johnson due to his expertise with regard to the Century Freeway and Senior Housing projects. Further stated that he felt the continuity of representation on these two projects was of great value. Following discussion it was agreed that the Mayor would consult with Mr. John- son regarding his willingness to accept such an assignment. B. Councilman Jacobson stated his feelings for a re- veiw of the C2 and C3 zones west of Sepulveda Boulevard, by the Planning Commission. He further stated that both zones currently have major pro- jects in process. He therefore recommended the es- tablishment of an Urgency Moratorium on further de- velopment. He stated that expressions of concern regarding certain types of development in these two zones were heard during his precinct walking. Councilman Schuldt supported this expression. City Attorney Dolley stated that per inquiry of that afternoon on proper procedure for an interim urgeny ordinance relating to a moratorium, it requires four votes to pass. This would place a 45 day moratorium on development in the zones in question. During this 45 day period, a decision must be reached re- -10- Council Minutes April 17, 1984 X 6_t81 6 1 8a garding either a change of zone or the setting of a public hearing on the matter. The moratorium may be extended for an additional 10 months and 15 days at the public hearing. Mr. Dolley informed the Council that he had prepared an ordinance for consideration. Councilman Siadek questioned the particular projects that would be affected by this moratorium. Council- man Jacobson stated there was particular concern over the Walnut Towers. Mr. Romaniello confirmed that this project would consist of a 100 foot tall office building, to be constructed on two lots cur- rently occupied by two motels. A review of the pro- ject is currently taking place by the Environmental Quality Board. Following this review, the proposed project would then go before the Planning Commis- sion. In the C2 zone, two projects are being plan- ned. One is a 200 room hotel on Richmond Street, and the second is a 50,000 square foot commercial structure on Main and Imperial. Councilwoman Synadinos stated that she had intended to suggest that the Council conduct a study session in order to identify items of important for future consideration. In view of the concerns raised by Councilman Jacobson, she suggested a joint meeting with the Planning Commission which would permit the designation of issues for later deliberation. Discussion followed regarding the advisability of placing an emergency moratorium on development in the C2 and C3 zones. It was clarified that what is desired is an evaluation and updating of the rele- vant Planning Code provisions. The Mayor instructed Mr. Dolley to distribute the draft ordinance that he had prepared. Mr. Dolley stated that this was a like ordinance and action to that taken by the prior Council in allowing for a review of Code provisions in other zones. Mr. Dalgleish inquired if this ordinance would in- clude modifications to existing buildings. Mr. Dolley stated that it would include any land use entitlement for anything not permitted in the zones. Mr. Dalgleish then asked if a modification to some- thing currently permitted would be acceptable; Mr. Dolley indicated that it would be. Councilwoman Synadinos requested a list of projects which would be affected by the proposed ordinance. City Attorney Dolley presented subject Ordinance, which was ready for adoption, entitled: ORDINANCE NO. 1061 AN INTERIM ZONING ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, PRO- HIBITING DEVELOPMENT IN THE C -2 ZONE, AND PROHIBITING DEVELOPMENT IN THE C -3 ZONE FOR ALL PROPERTIES WITHIN THE SAID ZONE SITUATED WEST OF SEPULVEDA BOULEVARD DECLARING THE URGENCY THERE OFF AND SETTING A PUBLIC HEARING FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONSIDERING AN EXTEN- SION OF THIS ORDINANCE. -11- Council Minutes April 17, 1984 which title was read. In reply to a question, it was reiterated that this ordinance would apply only to areas west of Sepul- veda Boulevard. Roll was called and Ordinance No. 1061 was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmembers Jacobson, Schuldt, Synadinos, and Mayor Armstrong Noes: Councilman Saidek Absent: None C. Councilwoman Synadinos urged the scheduling of a study session for the purpose of planning for dis- cussion of items such as helicopter activity in the City and the apartment parking code. In addition she felt there were other issues of interest that need to be identified. Mr. Dolley reminded Councilmembers that, by the pro- visions of the Brown Act, such a session would have to be an open meeting. Following further discussion, a study session was scheduled for 9:00 AM on Wednesday, April 25 for the purpose of establishing goals for Council considera- tion. A provisional agenda will be circulated by the Mayor for Council's review. D. It was announced that on April 27, Council members would be going on a tour of Chevron facilities. May 9 and 10 are designated for Student Government Day. The Mayor announced Fair would be held July 22 - July 27. XIV ORAL COMMUNICATIONS that the International Trade at Los Angeles Trade Tech from Katie Manson, 341 Concord Street, requested identifica- tion of the Mayor's five member committee which meets to review items coming before the Council and to advise the Mayor. Following discussion, the Mayor agreed to pro- vide the names to Mrs. Manson in writing. Patrick Smith, 947 Virginia Street, made reference to an article in the South Bay section of a recent issue of the Los Angeles Times. He then inquired of each Councilmember, "Are you in favor of closing the Imper- ial Terminal ?" All members replied, "Yes." Mr. Smith urged that whatever action was necessary be taken to close the Imperial Terminal. Dennis Martin, 836 E. Grand Ave., suggested videotaping the april 25 study session and making it available at the Public library. -12- Council Minutes April 17, 1984 X 6183 Al 63 (S4 Colleen Ramsey, 404 Oregon St., expressed concern over the potential negative impact of the current registra- tion fee on the ability of charitable operations to gen- erate revenue as such events as the forthcoming fairs. She recommended staff investigate a possibility of ex- clusion from this requirement for charitable organiza- tions. It was clarified that Mr. Dolley had been re- quested to examine this possibility. XV CLOSED SESSION At 10:16 PM, the Council recessed into closed session. At 11:19 PM, the Council reconvened with the following members answering roll: Present: Councilmembers Jacobson, Schuldt, Synadinos and Mayor Armstrong Absent: Councilman Siadek XVI ADJOURNMENT There being no further business to come before the Council, MOTION WAS MADE BY COUNCILWOMAN SYNADINOS, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN JACOBSON, AND UNANIMOUSLY CARRIED that the meeting be adjourned until Wednesday, April 25, 1984, at 9:00 AM in the Council Chamber of the City Hall, the hour of adjournment of this meeting being 11:20 o'clock PM. APPROVED: ^harles K. Armstronq, or Respectfully submitted, alerie A. Burrowes, City Clerk -13- Council Minutes April 17, 1984