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HomeMy WebLinkAbout01/23/07i "Good advice usually works best when preceded by a bad scare" - Al Batt AGENDA REGULAR MEETING HERMOSA BEACH CITY COUNCIL Tuesday, January 23, 2007 - Council Chambers, City Hall 1315 Valley Drive 7:10 p.m. MAYOR Sam Y. Edgerton MAYOR PRO TEM Michael Keegan COUNCIL MEMBERS Patrick 'Kit' Bobko J. R. Reviczky Peter Tucker CITY CLERK Elaine Doerfling CITY TREASURER John M. Workman CITY MANAGER Stephen R. Burrell CITY ATTORNEY Michael Jenkins i • All council meetings are open to the public. PLEASE ATTEND. The Council receives a packet with detailed information and recommendations on nearly every agenda item. City Council agendas and staff reports are available for your review on the City's web site located at www.hermosabch.org. Complete agenda packets are also available for public inspection in the Police Department, Fire Department, Public Library and the Office of the City Clerk. During the meeting, a packet is also available in the Council Chambers foyer. All written communications from the public included in the agenda will be posted with the agenda on the City's website CALL TO ORDER • PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL 1 ANNOUNCEMENTS PROCLAMATIONS & PRESENTATIONS COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES PUBLIC LIBRARY 2006 LOCAL BOOKMARK CONTEST WINNERS CLOSED SESSION REPORT FOR MEETING OF JANUARY 9, 2007: NO REPORTABLE ACTIONS. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: Although the City Council values your comments, the Brown Act generally prohibits the Council from taking action on any matter not listed on the posted agenda as a business item. 1. ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS Members of the public wishing to address the City Council on any items within the Council's jurisdiction, or to request the removal of an item from the consent calendar, may do so at this time. Comments on public hearing items are heard only during the public hearing. Comments from the public are limited to three minutes per speaker. Members of the audience may also speak: 1) during discussion of items removed from the Consent .Calendar; 2) during Public Hearings; and, 3) during discussion of items appearing under Municipal Matters. The City Council acknowledges receipt of the written communications listed below. No action will be taken on matters raised in written communications. The Council may take action to schedule issues raised in'oral and written communications for a future agenda. Citizens with comments regarding City management or departmental operations are requested to submit those comments to the City Manager. NO WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS CONSENT CALENDAR: The following more routine matters will be acted upon by one vote to approve with the majority consent of the City Council. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless a Council member removes an item from the Consent Calendar. Items removed will be considered under Agenda Item 4, with public comment permitted at that time. (a) Recommendation to approve minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council held on December 12, 2006. (b) Recommendation to ratify check register and to approve cancellation of certain checks as recommended by the City Treasurer. (c) Recommendation to receive and file Tentative Future Agenda Items. (d) Recommendation to receive and file the December 2006 financial reports: 1) Revenue and expenditure report; 2) City Treasurer's report; and, 3) Investment report. (e) Recommendation to receive and file Project Status Report. Memorandum from Public Works Director Richard Morgan dated November 14, 2006. (1) Recommendation to accept donations of $20,000 from Anheuser-Busch to be used for the Centennial Celebration event and $2,000 from the Woman's Club of Hermosa Beach to be used for Police Centennial badges. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated January 16, 2007. (g) Recommendation to adopt a resolution acknowledging the receipt, filing and approval of the annual statement of investment policy and delegating investment authority to the City Treasurer for the year 2007. Memorandum from City Treasurer John Workman dated January 9, 2007. (h) Recommendation to approve amendment to City Manager employment agreement effective January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2008. Memorandum from Councilmember Edgerton and Councilmember Tucker dated January 17, 2007. (i) U) Recommendation to receive and file the action minutes of the Parks. Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission meeting of December 5, 2006. Recommendation to approve addendum to the proposal of Matrix Consulting Group to conduct a staffing and deployment study for the fire department of four (4) questions provided by the Hermosa Beach Firefighters' Association. Memorandum from Fire Chief Russell Tingley dated January 18, 2007. • (k) Recommendation to accept the work by Rusher Air for the Police Department HVAC Upgrade Project; authorize the Mayor to sign the Notice of Completion; and, authorize staff to release payment to Rusher Air, Inc. (10% retained 35 days following filing of Notice of Completion). Memorandum from Public Works Director Richard Morgan dated January 17, 2007. (1) Recommendation to receive and file the action minutes of the Public Works Commission meeting of October 18, 2006. (m) Recommendation toreceive and file the action minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of January 16, 2007. (n) Recommendation to adopt resolution approving final map #63523 for a 2 -unit condo at 1212 Cypress Avenue. Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated January 16, 2007. 3. CONSENT ORDINANCES NONE 4. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION * Public comments on items removed from the Consent Calendar. S. PUBLIC HEARINGS TO COMMENCE AT 7:30 P.M. FISCAL YEAR 2007-2008 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) ALLOCATIONS. (Continued from meeting of January 9, 2007) 1. An estimated $96,000 for the continuing project to retrofit the Community Theater and Center for compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). 2. An estimated $9,600 to administer the CDBG Program in accordance with county and federal regulations. Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated January 16, 2007, RECOMMENDATION: Adopt resolution approving the allocation of CDBG fund for retrofitting the. Community Center to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and for program administration. 6. MUNICIPAL MATTERS a. DISPUTE RESOLUTION SERVICES. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated January 27, 2007. RECOMMENDATION: To receive additional information requested at the City Council meeting of December 12, 2006 and provide direction to staff. b. PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY RELINQUISHMENT. Memorandum from Public Works Director Richard Morgan dated January 16, 2007. RECOMMENDATION: Authorize the selection of an engineering consultant to prepare the technical report necessary to negotiate a fair settlement amount to be paid to the City for relinquishment at an estimated cost of $30,000 OR notify Caltrans that the City does not wish to pursue relinquishment at this time. 7. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY MANAGER NONE S. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS - CITY COUNCIL NONE 9. OTHER MATTERS - CITY COUNCIL Requests from Council members for possible future agenda items: Recommended Action: 1) Vote by Council whether to discuss this item; 2) refer to staff for a report back on a future agenda; or, 3) resolution of matter by Council action tonight. a. Request from Councilmember Tucker to review residential parking impacted zone as it pertains to the policy regarding the number of permits issued to businesses or office condos; hours of parking around neighborhoods restaurants and bars; and, hiring of added personal during the months of enforcement. b. Request from Councilmember Tucker to review the traffic impacts on Longfellow as a result of the new Sketchers facility. ADJOURNMENT 5 • MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of Hermosa Beach, California, held on Tuesday, December 12, 2006, at the hour of 7:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Bobko, Keegan, Reviczky; Tucker, Mayor Edgerton Absent: None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Nick Garcia ANNOUNCEMENTS - Councilmember Bobko reminded everyone to purchase their Christmas trees at the Kiwanis lot in front of the Community Center at Pacific Coast Highway and Pier Avenue. Councilmember Tucker wished all residents and staff a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year; suggested a Centennial brick (ordered on the. City's website or at the Community Center) as a great Christmas gift to have someone immortalized on Fourteenth Street; said the Beach Cities Toy Drive wrapping party would take place Saturday, December 16 at 11 a.m. at the Joslyn Center on Valley Drive in Manhattan Beach; said the poinsettias decorating the dais would be given to City staff after the meeting in appreciation for their work all year long. Councilmember Reviczky said a submarine, the USS Los Angeles, was in the L.A. Harbor in San Pedro over the past weekend, the first time this submarine had visited its namesake; said he and the Mayor each attended some of the festivities and the sailors were treated Friday night to the generosity of Patrick Malloy's. Mayor Edgerton said he had dinner on the submarine and the captain, who was not yet 40 years of age, was a graduate of Annapolis and had some great stories to tell. He then read a list of streets currently being repaired; said the City's Centennial celebration was only a month and 2 days away; and announced that once again Big Band 2000 would be playing on Pier Plaza on New Year's Eve. City Clerk Doerfling reported that the previous week she had attended the League of California Cities City Clerk's conference, that she learned a lot about new election laws and that the City had reimbursed her for her. expenses. PRESENTATIONS Police Chief Savelli introduced new police officers Nick Garcia and Everett Faulk, both South Bay residents, gave background on their education, family, hobbies, special talents, etc. He said they would be riding with experienced officers for a while and would be ready to be on their own by mid -year. The presentation by Los Angeles Councilwoman/Air Quality Management District Governing Board Member Jan Perry will be rescheduled for a future meeting. City Council Minutes 12-12-06 2a Page 12065 • • CLOSED SESSION REPORT FOR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 28, 2006: Meeting canceled. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION: 1. ORAL AND WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS There were no written communications. Coming forward to address the Council at this time were: Ron Miller -- Hermosa Beach, thanked City Manager Burrell and Police Chief Savelli for arranging to have a speed limit painted on Sixteenth Street and also thanked the City Clerk and staff for their assistance; Carla Merriman — Hermosa Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors' Bureau Executive Director, presented each Council member with a "Hermosa Means Beautiful" license plate frame, noting that they would make a great gift and were available for $10 at the Chamber office, along with Project Touch calendars; Jim Lissner — Hermosa Beach, said the City of Santa Cruz provides parking permits for people who had been drinking and should not drive so they can leave their cars behind without getting a parking ticket; requested the removal of items 2k and 2j from the consent calendar for separate discussion; said the Upper Pier Avenue Committee meetings should be televised; said a Planning Commission agenda item had been continued after citizens complained that it should have been noticed more accurately and thoroughly; and Patty Egerer - Hermosa Beach, described congested traffic on Sixteenth Street which can be aggravated by trash trucks moving through the neighborhoods. 2. CONSENT CALENDAR: Action: To approve the consent calendar recommendations (a) through (p) with the exception of the following items, which were removed for discussion in item 4, but are shown in order for clarity: 2(d) Reviczky, 2(f), (j), (k) Tucker. Motion Reviczky, second Tucker. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. At 8:38 p.m., the order of the agenda was suspended to go to public hearing items 5(a) and (b). (a) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE THE MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 14, 2006, AND THE ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF NOVEMBER 28, 2006. Action: To approve as presented the minutes of the Regular Meeting of November 14, 2006, and Adjourned Regular Meeting of November 28, 2006. City Council Minutes 12-12-06 Page 12066 • • (b) RECOMMENDATION TO RATIFY CHECK REGISTER NOS. 46122 THROUGH 46278, INCLUSIVE, AND TO APPROVE THE CANCELLATION• OF CHECK NOS. 44638, 45646 AND 46263, AS RECOMMENDED BY THE CITY TREASURER. Action: To ratify the check register as presented. (c) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND RLE TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS. Action: To receive and file Tentative Future Agenda Items as presented. (d) RECOMMENDATION TO ACCEPT DONATIONS OF $1,000 FROM SASINE TO BE USED FOR THE CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION, $1,000 FROM JENKINS & HOGIN, LLP, TO BE USED FOR THE CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION, AND $500 FROM THE WOMAN'S CLUB OF HERMOSA BEACH TO BE USED FOR REPAIR AND MAINTENANCE OF THE VETERANS' MEMORIAL.. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated December 4, 2006. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Reviczky for separate discussion later in the meeting in order to acknowledge and thank the donors. Action: To accept the following donations: $1,000 from Sasine to be used for the Centennial Celebration. $1,000 from Jenkins & Hogin, LLP, for the Centennial Celebration. $ 500 from the Woman's Club of Hermosa Beach for the repair and maintenance of the Veterans' Memorial. Motion Reviczky, second Mayor Edgerton. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (e) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE PROPOSAL FROM DOOLEY ENTERPRISES FOR THE PURCHASE OF AMMUNITION FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT IN THE AMOUNT OF $8,699.68. Memorandum from Police Chief Greg Savelli. Action: To approve the proposal from Dooley Enterprises for the purchase of ammunition for the Police Department in the amount of $8,699.68, as recommended by staff. (f) RECOMMENDATION TO AUTHORIZE THE AWARD OF CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT FOR CIP NO. 06-641 CLARK BUILDING REFURBISHMENT TO EVERLAST PAINTING COMPANY OF NORTH HILLS, CALIFORNIA, IN THE AMOUNT OF $17,056.00; AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AND THE CITY CLERK TO ATTEST THE CONTRACT SUBJECT TO APPROVAL OF THE CITY ATTORNEY; AND, AUTHORIZE THE City Council Minutes 12-12-06 Page 12067 (g) • • DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS TO ISSUE CHANGE ORDERS AS NECESSARY WITHIN THE APPROVED BUDGET. Memorandum from Public Works Director Richard Morgan dated December 5, 2006. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Tucker for separate discussion later in the meeting due to his concerns about refurbishing the floor before repairing the doors which leaked. City Manager Burrell said the doors would be repaired first. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to: (1) Authorize the award of construction contract for CIP No. 06-641 Clark Building Refurbishment to Everlast Painting Company of North Hills, California, in the amount of $17,056; (2) Authorize the Mayor to execute and the City Clerk to attest the contract subject to approval of the City Attorney; and (3) Authorize the Director of Public Works to issue change orders as necessary within the approved budget. Motion Tucker, second Reviczky. The motion carried by unanimous vote. RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE STATUS REPORT FOR PROPOSED PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY RELINQUISHMENT FROM CALTRANS. Memorandum from Public Works Director Richard Morgan dated December 4, 2006. Action: To receive and file status report for proposed Pacific Coast Highway relinquishment from Caltrans, as recommended by staff. (h) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE LIST OF REGULAR AND ONGOING CITY BOARD AND COMMISSION APPOINTIVE TERMS THAT WILL EXPIRE DURING THE 2007 CALENDAR YEAR. Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated December 4, 2006. Action: To receive and file list of regular and ongoing City Board and Commission appointive terms that will expire during the 2007 calendar year, as recommended. (1) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE REPORT OF CUSTOMER SERVICE SURVEYS/COMPLAINTS. Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated December 4, 2006: Action: To receive and file report of Customer Service Surveys/Complaints. (j) RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER FOR CIP PROJECT NOS. 05-110 & 04-112 TO ADD SLURRY SEALING THE ENTIRE REACHES OF HERMOSA AVENUE AND MONTEREY AVENUE; AND, APPROPRIATE $233,987 OF PROP 42 FUNDS, RECEIVED IN THE 115 City Council Minutes 12-12-06 Page 12068 • • STATE GAS TAX FUND, FOR THIS PURPOSE. Memorandum from Public Works Director Richard Morgan dated December 7, 2006. This item was removed from theconsent calendar by Councilmember Tucker at the request of Jim Lissner for separate discussion later in the meeting. Coming forward to address the Council on this item was: Jim Lissner - Hermosa Beach, said it seemed that some of the targeted streets were not the ones most in need of repair and asked if this money needed to be spent quickly or if more thought could be given to the street choices; City Manager Burrell responded to Council questions, stating that the money had to be spent right now and that the potholes on Hermosa Avenue between Eighth Street and Pier Avenue mentioned by the e Council would be repaired along with the slurry seal. Action: To approve the staffrecommendation to: (1) Approve change order for ClP Project Nos. 05-110 & 04-112 to add slurry sealing the entire reaches of Hermosa Avenue and Monterey Avenue; and (2) Appropriate $233,987 of Prop 42 funds, received in the 115 State Gas Tax Fund, for this purpose. Motion Tucker, second Keegan. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. (k) RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE 2005-06 COMPREHENSIVE ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT (CAFR), . WHICH INCLUDES THE REPORT FROM CAPORICCI AND LARSON, THE CITY'S INDEPENDENT AUDITORS. Memorandum from Finance Director Viki Copeland dated November 22, 2006. This item was removed from the consent calendar by Councilmember Tucker at the request of Jim Lissner for separate discussion later in the meeting. Coming forward to address the Council on this item was: Jim Lissner — Hermosa Beach, discussed surplus funds in the last two fiscal years and different ways of describing how those funds are calculated and displayed in the CAFR; said it would be good to change auditors every novoand then, even though there seemed to be no problem with the current auditor; Action: To receive and file the 2005-06 Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR), which includes the report from Caporicci and Larson, the • City's independent auditors. Motion Tucker, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. City Council Minutes 12-12-06 Page 12069 (1) (m) • RECOMMENDATION TO APPROVE CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 FOR PROJECT CIP 03-418 SEWER IMPROVEMENTS — UPGRADE OF SEWER LIFT STATIONS FOR EXTRA WORK ENCOUNTERED DURING THE CONSTRUCTION OF THE SEWER LIFT STATION AT 35TH STREET AND THE STRAND AND THE ABANDONMENT OF THE SEWER LIFT AT INGLESIDE DRIVE AND 31ST STREET; AUTHORIZE ADDITIONAL APPROPRIATION OF $63,462 FROM THE 301 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT FUND. Memorandum from Public Works Director Richard Morgan dated November 29, 2006. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to: (1) Approve Change Order No. 2 for Project CIP . 03-418 Sewer Improvements — Upgrade of Sewer Lift Stations for extra work encountered during the construction of the Sewer Lift Station at 35th Street and The Strand and the abandonment of the Sewer Lift at Ingleside Drive and 31st Street; and (2) Authorize additional appropriation of $63,462 from the 301 Capital Improvement Fund. RECOMMENDATION TO. SET A SCHEDULE FOR CITY COUNCIL MEETINGS IN 2007. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated December 5, 2006. Action: To set, as proposed, the 2007 City Council meeting schedule. (n) RECOMMENDATION TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE THE ATTACHED AGREEMENT WITH THE COUNTY OF. LOS ANGELES TO ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY FOR MAINTENANCE OF 34 TRASH EXCLUDERS TO BE INSTALLED ON CATCH BASIN OPENINGS ALONG HERMOSA AVENUE. Memorandum from Public Works Director Richard Morgan dated December 5, 2006. • Action: To authorize the Mayor to execute the attached agreement with the County of Los Angeles to assume responsibility for maintenance of 34 Trash Excluders to be installed on. catch basin openings along Hermosa Avenue, as recommended by staff. (o) RECOMMENDATION TO AUTHORIZE THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE AN AMENDMENT TO THE MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT FOR THE SANTA MONICA BAY BEACHES BACTERIA TMDL IMPLEMENTATION PLAN IN ORDER TO JOINTLY FUND A TECHNICAL REPORT REQUIRED BY THE REGIONAL WATER QUALITY CONTROL BOARD. Memorandum from Public Works Director Richard Morgan dated December 5, 2006. Action: To authorize the Mayor to execute an amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement for the Santa Monica Bay Beaches Bacteria TMDL Implementation Plan in order to jointly fund a technical report required City Council Minutes 12-12-06 Page 12070 (p) • • by the Regional Water Quality Control Board, thereby allowing the City to contribute its $4,897 share of the jointly funded technical report, as recommended by staff. RECOMMENDATION TO RECEIVE AND FILE THE ACTION MINUTES OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING OF DECEMBER 6, 2006. Action: To receive and file the action minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of December 6, 2006. CONSENT ORDINANCES a. ORDINANCE NO: 06-1276: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING THE HERMOSA BEACH MUNICIPAL CODE, TITLE 17 — ZONING, PERTAINING TO RECONSTRUCTION OF NONCONFORMING BUILDINGS. For adoption. Memorandum from City Clerk Elaine Doerfling dated December 4, 2006. Action: To waive full reading and adopt Ordinance No. 06-1276. Motion Tucker, second Reviczky. The motion carried by the following vote: AYES: Bobko, Keegan, Reviczky, Tucker, Mayor Edgerton NOES None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None 4. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR FOR SEPARATE DISCUSSION Items 2(d), (f), (j) and (k) were heard at this time but are shown in order for clarity. Public comments on items removed from the Consent Calendar are shown under the appropriate item. . PUBLIC HEARINGS a. REVIEW AND RECONSIDERATION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION, ON AUGUST 15, 2006, TO APPROVE, WITH MODIFICATIONS, A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR ON -SALE GENERAL ALCOHOL IN CONJUNCTION WITH A RESTAURANT, STILL WATER CONTEMPORARY AMERICAN BISTRO, AND PARKING PLAN AMENDMENT TO MODIFY THE ALLOCATION OF USES WITHIN THE HERMOSA PAVILION AT 1601 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY,. (Continued from meeting of October 10, 2006). Supplemental written communication from Sandy Saemann, Mike Miller, Colleen Berg, Larry. Daniels, Ron & Linda Miller, Lee Grant, Alan Benson, and Maureen Ferguson received December 12, 2006. City Council Minutes 12-12-06 Page 12071 b. REVIEW AND RECONSIDERATION OF A PLANNING COMMISSION DECISION ON OCTOBER 17, 2006, TO APPROVE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW A CAR WASH (AUTOMOBILE DETAILING) WITHIN THE HERMOSA PAVILION PARKING STRUCTURE -- AUTO SPA AT 1601 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY. Memorandum from Community Development Director Sol Blumenfeld dated December 4, 2006. Community Director Blumenfeld presented the staff reports and responded to Council questions. City Manager Burrell and City Attorney Jenkins also responded to Council questions. The public hearing opened at 8:12 p.m. Coming forward to address the Council on this item were: Bob Hindle — Vice President, Parking Concepts, referred to other clients his business has served during the last 32 years; in response to Council questions, said the ticket dispenser could be moved further into the garage, but the designer would have to comment on how that would affect the number of parking spaces; said he would operate whatever was provided in the structure; Ron Miller — Hermosa Beach, said he was the closest neighbor to the parking structure and was familiar with the parking and traffic flow problems that still existed; expressed concern about the effects that the steam and chemicals emanating from the car wash would have on the neighborhood; suggested closing the car wash at 10:00 p.m. rather than 11:00 p.m.; Gene Shook The Hermosa Pavilion, discussed queuing issues and said Walker Parking is an experienced company, familiar with everything associated with parking; said there would be security on the premises when the restaurant is open; said the car wash produced very little noise and almost no water or residue and was agreeable to close the car wash earlier than 11:00 p.m.; asked if the restaurant could be kept open later on New Year's Eve; said he separated the wine tasting shop from the restaurant because he thought that was the City's preference; said he hoped to have one TV in the bar area so people could check sports scores, and another in meeting rooms for presentations; said the table and chairs on the exterior private patio were intended for smoking rather than serving food or drinks; said the venting equipment had been inspected and was in good working order, but noted that the sensors do start the fan if a car with more than the average emission travels through the structure; said the car wash had originally been planned for the lower level and was moved to accommodate the wishes of the City, but that he was willing to relocate it; Ezra Cramer — Walker Parking, said moving the ticket dispenser farther into the structure would sacrifice 10 to 11 parking spaces; said there were many empty parking spaces on Pacific Coast Highway and on the side streets near The Pavilion, so it appeared that the overflow parking City Council Minutes 12-12-06 Page 12072 problems in the residential area had been resolved; said he observed some cars parked in the residential areas from midnight to 6:00 a.m., which would not be 24 -Hour Fitness customers; said the speed at which cars moved past the ticket dispenser depended on how quickly a driver rolled down the window, took a ticket, and moved forward, noting that the equipment worked quickly when drivers activated it; Linda Miller — Hermosa Beach, expressed concern about pedestrian traffic in the parking structure and urged the Council not to approve any more Pavilion businesses which generate traffic until the parking problems are completely resolved; Gary Bouchard — project architect, said a certain turning radius was required, and that moving the equipment further inside could create problems with ingress and egress; asked if the closing time of the restaurant was the time the last guest would be seated; Patty Egerer - Hermosa Beach, said vehicles should pull in further off the street when entering the parking structure; said high-end restaurant customers would not want to eat on an outdoor patio area nor would they want to watch TV; said the restaurant and the wine tasting shop should be separate; said traffic, parking and roof equipment issues still needed to be mitigated before these projects are approved; Jim Lissner -- Hermosa Beach, distributed information to the Council regarding the operating hours of Manhattan Beach restaurants; said this restaurant should not be open until midnight; said "hours of operation" should be clearly defined in the City code and clarified in the conditional use permit; Marilyn Pierce — Hermosa Beach, said she had lived in her home near The Pavilion since before the building was initially constructed and recalled no problems with the roof equipment until recently; wondered if the equipment was simply wearing out and asked if the equipment could be vented in another direction; Nathan Coors - employee of Gene Shook, said the report from Walker Parking addressed the queuing specifications; Carla Merriman — Hermosa. Beach Chamber of Commerce and Visitors' Bureau Executive Director, representing the 350 member businesses and Board of Directors, spoke in support of the proposed Stillwater Contemporary American Bistro and the need for fine dining for Hermosa residents and upscale visitors staying in hotels; based on the number of diners and the small size of the bar area, did not believe that the restaurant posed a threat to neighborhoodresidents; and Alan Benson — Hermosa Beach, discussed criteria the Alcoholic Beverage Control Department (ABC) uses in reporting crime; said there were too many bars in the city; said the proposed restaurant with full liquor abuts a residential neighborhood, was too close to a school per the ABC's guidelines, and was also located along a "safe route to school" guaranteed for children. The public hearing closed at 9:12 p.m. City Council Minutes 12-12-06 Page 12073 The following actions were taken with regard to the car wash: Proposed Action: To deny the car wash application. Motion Tucker. The motion died for lack of a second. Action: To approve the car wash with operating hours of 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. Motion Reviczky, second Keegan. The motion carried, noting the dissenting vote of Tucker. Further Action: To require a 90 -day review of the car wash, with staff to report back to the Council on waste discharge, including documented evidence that there is no residual discharge. Motion Mayor Edgerton, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. The following actions were taken with regard to the restaurant: Proposed Action: To approve the restaurant with additional conditions requiring (1) that the queuing of cars be moved into the garage, off the street, (2) a review of the roof equipment for screening, etc., and (3) having the retail wine tasting area remain separate from the restaurant. Motion Tucker. The motion died for lack of a second. Proposed Action: To divide the restaurant and wine -tasting area into two businesses, with separate conditional use permits. Motion Bobko, second Reviczky. The motion was subsequently withdrawn. Action: To limit the size of each wine -taste pour to two ounces and require a six-month review of the wine -tasting operation. Motion Reviczky, second Bobko. The motion carried unanimously. Further Action: To amend the draft resolution to: (1) add to condition 9 a 60 -day time limit for the conduct of a Planning Commission public hearing if the Community Development Director is notified by the Police Chief that action was required due to a disproportionate number of police calls to the business; (2) allow one television no larger than 60 inches in the bar and another television in the conference room for presentations; (3) add to condition 15 that the required six-month Planning Commission review shall take place six months "after the commencement of business"; and (4) allow the restaurant to remain open past midnight on New Year's Eve. Motion Bobko, second Keegan. The motion carried unanimously. Further Action: To allow the use of the patio by restaurant patrons until 10 p.m., but not for food or drink service. Motion Edgerton, second Keegan. The motion carried unanimously. City Council Minutes 12-12-06 Page 12074 Further Action: It was the consensus of the Council that the roof equipment for the restaurant be low profile, below the parapet. The following actions were taken with regard to parking issues: Proposed Action: To move ticket dispenser farther into parking structure to get cars off the street. Motion Tucker, second Mayor Edgerton. The motion failed, with the dissenting votes of Bobko, Keegan and Reviczky. Action: To require the applicant to submit an engineering plan for Public Works approval for the re -striping of 16th Street, at the applicant's expense, in order to accommodate the queuing of vehicles waiting to enter the parking structure. Motion Keegan, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Following are the final actions taken on the Hermosa Pavilion proposals: Action: To approve the staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 06- 6513, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, SUSTAINING THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT TO ALLOW ON -SALE GENERAL ALCOHOL IN CONJUNCTION WITH A RESTAURANT AND APPROVING A PARKING PLAN AMENDMENT MODIFYING THE ALLOCATION OF USES WITHIN THE "HERMOSA PAVILION" INCLUDING 8,000 SQUARE FEET OF RESTAURANT AT 1601 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY #170 AKA 1605 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAYt" as modified by the previous actions. Motion Keegan, second Bobko. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Action: To approve the staff recommendation to adopt Resolution No. 06- 6514, entitled "A RESOLUTION OF .THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, SUSTAINING THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION TO APPROVE A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR CAR WASH 'AUTO SPA' WITHIN THE PARKING STRUCTURE OF THE HERMOSA PAVILION AT 1601 PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAY, LEGALLY DESCRIBED AS A PORTION OF LOT 13 AND 14, BLOCK 81, SECOND ADDITION TO HERMOSA BEACH," as modified by the previous actions. Motion Reviczky, second Keegan. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. MUNICIPAL MATTERS a. INTRODUCTION ON FIRST READING OF ENTERTAINMENT PERMIT ORDINANCE. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated December 5, 2006. City Council Minutes 12-12-06 Page 12075 • • City Manager Burrell presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. City Attorney Jenkins also responded to Council questions. Coming forward to address the Council on this item were: Jim Lissner — Hermosa Beach, spoke in opposition to the proposal, saying it would not be enforced; said no fee was listed for the proposed permit; said the ABC investigates owners of establishments serving liquor, making this redundant; asked what cities other than Redondo Beach have similar ordinances and how the cities without this type of ordinance handle problems with entertainment businesses; Ron Newman - Hermosa Beach businessman, said laws are already in place to enforce problems, and suggested a provision that entertainment businesses cannot use promoters; said businesses could be fined when their names appear on handbills no matter who puts them up; said Santa Barbara has a similar permit, which is automatically renewed every year unless there have been problems; Mike Lacey — Comedy and Magic Club, said he learned only today that this ordinance was being discussed this evening and was upset by the lack of notice; spoke in opposition to the proposal, saying that when a business applies for a bank loan, a copy of the lease and CUP must be provided, and this permit, which must be re -issued every year, would make banks uneasy about granting loans; said enforcement of current CUPs would take care of the problems; said he would refuse to get such a permit; Linda Miller — Hermosa Beach, said CUP requirements have not been enforced in a timely fashion, and businesses that cause problems should pay for the extra police protection; Ron Miller - Hermosa Beach, said the handbills and Internet images degrade the City's image and were hard to deal with, but thought perhaps the promoter issue could be dealt with separately; Patty Egerer - Hermosa Beach, said she would like to see promoters prohibited from portraying Hermosa Beach as a sleazy community; Gary Vincent Fat Face Fenner's Fishack, said he had no prior notice of this hearing and left his employees' Christmas party to attend; said he had never relied on a promoter, agreed that handbills are often offensive and cause litter; said he was tired of defending himself against wrongs he did not commit and that the City should simply enforce the CUP requirements so that those who don't comply pay the price; Yanni Lanq — Hermosa Beach, said he was a lifelong resident who worked at local businesses and currently for AMI, event promoters for fundraisers and Centennial events; said they were not the typical promoters but focused on the unique Hermosa Beach culture of surfing, volleyball, skateboard, art shows, etc.; said he objects to flyers on cars and does not staple notices on trees; said he puts posters on windows with scotch tape, not spray adhesive, and takes them down after the event; Steve Roberts — Cafe Bugaloo, said CUP enforcement would be effective if actions were taken quickly; said many businesses do comply with their CUP requirements as he does; City Council Minutes 12-12-06 Page 12076 Chris Pike — Hermosa Beach, said the entertainment district on Pier Avenue had existed for years, including the Lighthouse in the 1950's; said the promoter problem should be dealt with separately; urged the Council to consider that the well-run businesses are not the ones creating the problems; and, Al Benson — Hermosa Beach, said this ordinance might help with some of the issues in the City, but that the business owners who are present at tonight's meeting were not the ones causing the problems. Action: To direct staff to return with an agenda item that requires live entertainment permits for promoters only. Motion Edgerton, second Reviczky. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. Further Action: To schedule a workshop meeting in February 2007 with local businesses and the Chamber of Commerce to discuss methods to expedite enforcement of CUP's for businesses with entertainment. Motion Keegan, second Bobko. The motion carried by a unanimous vote. 7. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS- CITY MANAGER DISPUTE RESOLUTION SERVICES. Memorandum from City Manager Stephen Burrell dated December 5, 2006. City Manager Burrell presented the staff report and responded to Council questions. Coming forward to address the Council on this item were: Earl Keegan — Hermosa Beach, questioned the ethics of Mr. Widman and noted his removal of political signs during a recent election; asked if Mr. Widman had employees, a business license, workers compensation insurance and if he paid payroll taxes; said other people could provide this service and should have been considered; Barbara Deuerlein — Hermosa Beach, described the steps a mediator should take, and suggested that the City hire a professional mediator, who is not a resident of the City; said you get what you pay for; and Lance Widman — Executive Director of the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution, said his company was a private, non-profit corporation, a 501 C3; said he had been doing mediation for almost 20 years for a number of cities in the South Bay, .including Hermosa Beach, and that his experience had been positive and productive. Action: To continue the item. to January 23 and direct staff to provide information on the other mediators who responded to the request for proposal and to substantiate complaints about Mr. Widman's work as a mediator by providing written statements. Motion Keegan, second Tucker. The motion carried, noting the dissenting vote of Mayor Edgerton. City Council Minutes 12-12-06 Page 12077 At 12:17 a.m., the order of the agenda returned to item 3 (consent ordinances) and 4 (items pulled from the consent calendar) 8. MISCELLANEOUS ITEMS AND REPORTS CITY COUNCIL - None 9. OTHER MATTERS - CITY COUNCIL a. Request from Councilmember Tucker to suspend street sweeping parking enforcement on December 26, 27 & 28, 2006. Councilmember Tucker spoke to his request. Proposed Action: To suspend street sweeping parking enforcement December 26 — 28 to accommodate residents who are on vacation or who have guests over the holidays. Motion Tucker. The motion failed for lack of a second. THE CLOSED SESSION WAS CANCELED, SCHEDULED ITEMS WERE: 1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES OF CLOSED SESSION MEETINGS OF NOVEMBER 14 AND NOVEMBER 28, 2006. 2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL a. Existing Litigation: Government Code Section 54956.9(a) Name of Case: Johnny Anderson v. City of Hermosa Beach Case Number: CV06-5078 b. Anticipated Litigation: Government Code Section 54956.9(b) Number of potential cases: 1 3. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION Government Code Section 54957 Title: City Manager ADJOURNMENT - The Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach adjourned on Wednesday, December 13, 2006, at the 'hour of 12:30 a.m. to the Regular Meeting of January 9, 2007, at 7:10 p.m. CALL. tliz-et-inh Cc? ty City Clerk City Council Minutes 12-12-06 Page 12078 whilst Check Register Page: 1 01/04/2007 5:26:50PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46538 1/4/2007 01619 AAA FLAG & BANNER 041531 Centennial Flags 109-2175 041707 Merchandise Returned/ Dec 06 109-2175 Total : 1,788.57 70. 1,718.. 46539 1/4/2007 06290 AIR SOURCE INDUSTRIES 456208 Oxygen Refill/ Dec 06 001-2201-4309 186.20 Total : 186.20 46540 1/4/2007 06827. ALL CITY MANAGEMENT 8913 CROSSING GUARD SERVICE/11-26 TO 12-9-06 001-2102-4201 4,011.00 Total : 4,011.00 46541 1/4/2007 09366 AQUA FLO 597242 Irrigation Supplies/ Nov 06 001-6101-4309 603325 Irrigation Supplies/ Dec 06 001-6101-4309 606152 Irrigation Supplies/ Dec 06 105-2601-4309 608939 Irrigation Supplies/ Dec 06 105-2601-4309 609485 Irrigation Supplies/ Dec 06 105-2601-4309 46542 1/4/2007 05179 AT&T 019 360 8382 001 Phone Charges/ Dec 06 Total : 74.93 66.15 306.26 347.14 461 840.55 Page: 1 vchlist Check Register Page: 2 01/0412007 5:26:50PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46542 1/4/2007 05179 AT&T (Continued) 001-1121-4304 0.26 001-11324304 0.47 001-1141-4304 0.99 001-1201-4304 1.13 001-1202-4304 9.16 001-1203-4304 8.6q 001-1208-4304 0. 001-2101-4304 76.8 001-2201-4304 52.63 001-4101-4304 5.40 001-4201-4304 19.98 001-4204-4321 8.90 001-4601-4304 12.26 001-1204-4304 4.36 001-3302-4304 1.27 715-1206-4304 0.77 001-4202-4304 17.39 Total : 220.62 46543 1/4/2007 00407 AVIATION LOCK & KEY 10288 Keys Made/ Dec 06 001-4204-4309 5.85 10942 Keys Made/ Nov 06 160-3102-4309 31.70 10960 Keys Made/ Dec 06 001-2101-4305 29.110 31958 Install New Locks/ City Hall Restrooms 001-4202-4201 129.23 Total 196.66 46544 1/4/2007 08630 AVIS 20308 Citation Refund/ # 1406022015 001-3302 5.00 Total : 5.00 46545 1/4/2007 10276 BATTERY SYSTEMS 1-229911 BATTERY 715-2101-4311 400.14 Page: vchlist Check Register Page: 01(0412007 5:26:50PM CITY or HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46545 1/4/2007 10276 BATTERY SYSTEMS. (Continued) 400.14. 46546 1/4/2007 14125 BECKER'S BAKERY 20091 Cakes & Cookies/ Centennial Celebration 109-4603-4201 46547 1/4/2007 14175 BELL CAB 20382 Citation Refund/ # 1106016538 001-3302 46548 1/4/2007 09104 BLENDER, TRACY 20370 Instructor Pymt/ # 11421 001-4601-4221 46549 1/4/2007 11518 BOTHE, DENISE 121306 Planning Commission Mtq Transcription 001-4101-4201 Total : Total : Total : Total : Total : 4,800.00 4,800.00 5.00 5.00 403.20 403.20 534.00 534.00 46550 1/4/2007 14025 BUDGET 20307 Citation Refund/ # 1506021639 001-3302 65.00 20350 Citation Refund/ # 1706016834 001-3302 65.00 20369 Citation Refund/ # 1406023204 001-3302 35.1 Total : 165. 46551 1/4/2007 06946 BURNETT, JOHN 20364 2006 Assessment Tax Rebate 105-3105 46552 1/4/2007 13542 CALIFORNIA CRIMINAL JUSTICE 20387 Member Dues -2007/ A Janulewicz 001-2101-4315 Total : Total : 46553 1/4/2007 12505 CAMPAIGN LA, INC. 12310 PARKING PERMIT RENEWAL POSTCARDS 001-1204-4305 24.61 24.61 50.00 50.00 665.84 Total : 665.84 Page: 3 vchfist Check Register Page: 4 01/04/2007 5:26:50PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46554 1/4/2007 14177 CASTALDI, ED/AL 20385 Citation Refund/ # 1706016021 001-3302 30.00 Total : 30.00 46555 1/4/2007 09632 CDWG CTM4803 CVM5126 46556 1/4/2007 05935 CLEAN STREET 48284 46557 1/4/2007 00041 COPELAND, VIKI 20356 46558 1/4/2007 00850 CURTIS, L.N. 1117908-00 46559 1/4/2007 00049 DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION 20227 Toners/ Dec 06 715-1206-4305 Toners/ Dec 06 715-1206-4305 LOT A PORTER SERVICE/ NOV 06 109-3301-4201 Total : Total : 541.26 366. 908. 2,675.00 2,675.00 Travel Expense Reimb/Fin Mgmt Sem-Nov06 001-1202-4317 176.93 Total : 176.93 Uniform Boots/ G Dale 001-2201-4314 204.37 Total : 204.37 Strong Motion Mapping Fee/Oct-Dec 06 001-3204 Total : 1,151.84 1,151.84 46560 1/4/2007 00181 EASY READER 132007 Envelope for Life Inserts 001-2170 60.0 Total : 60.00 46561 1/4/2007 13632 ECIS CHBNPEDS02 Grease Trap Inspection/ Dec 06 001-4201-4201 2,520.00 Total : 2,520.00 46562 1/4/2007 10039 EMERGENCY SPEC.PHYS 00022390901 First Aid/ M Smotrys 001-1203-4320 120.00 Total : 120.00 Page: 4 vchlist Check Register Page: 01/04/2007 5:26:50PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46563 1/4/2007 11103 ENTENMANN-ROVIN CO. 0024512 -IN CENTENNIAL BADGES • 001-2201-4314 3,146.53 Total : 3,146.53 46564 1/4/2007 13075 ESRI 91460705 ArcGIS Network Software Extension 001-4202-4201 2,706., Total : 2,706. 46565 1/4/2007 01962 FEDERAL EXPRESS CORP. 8-566-23588 Express Mail/ Dec 06 001-2101-4305 64.74 Total : 64.74 46566 1/4/2007 07577 FIRE ENGINEERING 20363 Subscription Renewal 001-2201-4317 29.95 Total : 29.95 46567 1/4/2007 04685 FIRST CHOICE FIRE PROTECTION 37609 ANNUAL CITY FIRE EXTINGUISHER INSPECTI( 001-4204-4321 577.81 Total : 577.81 46568 1/4/2007 14170 FLANAGAN,UNGER,DANIS & GROV 20351 Witness Fee Refund 001-3818 Total 46569 1/4/2007 14167 FLORES, EMMET 20340 Citation Refund/ # 1206009982 001-3302 Total : 46570 1/4/2007 12333 HERMOSA BEACH HISTORICAL 20397 Renovation Expense Reimburse 001-1101-4201 Total : 46571 1/4/2007 02458 INGLEWOOD WHOLESALE ELECTF 211260-00 LIGHT FIXTURES FOR LOT A LIGHT 001-3104-4309 001-2021 001-2022 150.00 150.00 65.9 65.00 14,364.72 14,364.72 818.38 14.93 -14.93 Page: 5 vchlist Check Register Page: 6 01/04/2007 5:26:50PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46571 1/4/2007 02458 INGLEWOOD WHOLESALE ELECTF (Continued) 211262-00 LIGHT FIXTURES FOR COMM CTR/HIST SOC F 001-4204-4309 582.91 001-2021 10.60 001-2022 -10.60 Total : 1,401.29 46572 1/4/2007 08100 KNOX, ROY 20373 2006 Assessment Tax Rebate 105-3105 24.6 i' Total : 24.61 46573 1/4/2007. 14129 LAW OFFICES OF JONES & MAYER 120406 Professional Services/ Nov 06 001-1203-4201 1,813.50 Total : 1,813.50 46574 1/4/2007 00167 LEARNED LUMBER B53590 Rebar -Clark Field Project/ Dec 06 301-8535-4201 191.05 B53612 Sand Snowman Contest Supplies 001-4601-4308 17.28 B53771 Holiday Event Decorating Supplies 001-4601-4308 35.63 B54192 Lumber -Clark Field Project/ Dec 06 301-8535-4201 20.74 B54656 Lumber - Clark Field Project/ Dec 06 301-8535-4201 • 190.04 B54972 Lumber - Clark Field Project/ Dec 06 301-8535-4201 93.0 B55032 Lumber - Clark Field Project/ Dec 06 301-8535-4201 25.71 B56502 New Year's Eve Supplies 001-4601-4308 14.83 B56757 Maint. Supplies Purchased/ Dec 06 001-4601-4305 14,05 Total : 602.49 46575 1/4/2007 14166 LOS ANGELES INVESTIGATION CO 20320 Citation Refund/ # 1106017130 001-3302 10.00 Page: vchlist Check Register Page:. 01/04/2007 5:26:50PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46575 1/4/2007 14166 LOS ANGELES INVESTIGATION CO (Continued) 46576 1/4/2007 10805 LYNN, LISA 20347 Reimburse Expense/ Office Supplies 001-4601-4305 46577 1/4/2007 10045 MAIN STREET TOURS 0275C Red Hat Shopping Tour Deposit 001-4601-4201 Total : 10.00 Total : Total : 129.80 129.84 200.00 200.00 46578 1/4/2007 04138 MEERSAND, KENNETH A. 112007. Legal Services- Nov 06 001-1132-4201 9,954.00 Total : 9,954.00 46579 1/4/2007 11794 METAL CO. 58301 ALUMINUM TUBE FOR FLAG POLES 109-4603-4201 623.52 Total 623.52 46580 1/4/2007 13114 OFFICE DEPOT 365937227-001 . Office Supplies/ Dec 06 001-4601-4305 48.67 365946459-001 Office Supplies/ Dec 06 001-4601-4305 88.61 367230405-001 Office Supplies/ Dec 06 001-2201-4305 Total : 9. 146. 0 46581 1/4/2007 ` 11314 PALM SPRINGS FOLLIES, THE 20361 Palm Springs Follies Trip Tickets 001-4601-4201 1,513.00 Total : 1,513.00 46582 1/4/2007 12910 PIP PRINTING 14777 Mission Statement Poster 001-2201-4305 37.89 Total : . 37.89 46583 1/4/2007 14053 PRO -DESIGN, LLC 8212 Centennial Merchandise 109-4603-4201 750.00 Total : 750.00 Page: vchlist Check Register Page: 01/04/2007 5:26:50PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46584 1/4/2007 08768 QUADRANT SYSTEMS 61218-1 CASH REGISTER THERMAL PAPER ROLLS 001-1204-4305 131.00 Total : 131.00 46585 1/4/2007 13301 RESOURCE COLLECTION, THE 0135535 -IN JANITORIAL SERVICES - NOV 06 001-4204-4201 7,718.00 Total : 7,718.e 46586 1/4/2007 14176 RODRIGUEZ, LUCIA 20383 Citation Refund/ # 1506021374 001-3302 35.00 Total : 35.00 46587 1/4/2007 12924 SAPHONY 10306 Website Maint/ Sep 06 715-1206-4201 2,087.50 Total : 2,087.50 46588 1/4/2007 14085 SCHOOL OUTFITTERS INV144541 PORTABLE STAGE/COMM EVENTS & PROGRP 125-4601-5402 3,200.00 001-4601-5402 438.96 Total : 3,638.96 46589 1/4/2007 09811 SIGLER, WILLIAM E. 20376 Instructor Pymt/ # 11662, 663 001-4601-4221 742.00 Total : 742.00 46590 1/4/2007 02250 SO. CAL SHARPSHOOTER, INC. 5659 Ammo / Dec 06 001-2101-4201 4386 5661 Ammo /Dec 06 001-2101-4201 292.00 5662 Ammo/ Dec 06 001-2101-4201 438.00 5663 Ammo/ Dec 06 001-2101-4201 Total : 46591 1/4/2007 08812 SOUTH BAY REGIONAL PUBLIC CO 200607148 Lights for City Vehicles 715-4206-4311 270.00 1,438.00 448.16 Page: vchlist Check Register Page: 01/04/2007. 5:26:50PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account 46591 1/4/2007 08812 SOUTH BAY REGIONAL PUBLIC CO (Continued) 200607165 200607169 Amount SETUP OF FORD TAURUS AND CHEVY IMPALJ 715-2101-5403 3,912.26 DISPATCH SERVICES/ 3RD QTR 06/07 001-2101-4251 110,755411 001-2201-4251 13,844. 001-3302-4251 13,844.45 Total : 142,804.92 46592 1/4/2007 10098 SPRINT/NEXTEL COMMUNICATION 269424317-060 Cell Phone Usage - Dec 06 001-2101-4304 1,159.73 001-2101-5401 1,057.26 001-3302-4304 150.59. 001-4202-5401 250.04 Total : 2,617.62 46593 1/4/2007 06991 THOMPSON, JEAN 20366 2006 Assessment Tax Rebate 105-3105 24.61 Total : 24.61 46594 1/4/2007 14169 TIERNEY, SUSAN 20346 Cash Key Deposit Refund/# M000036417 001-2117 10.00 Total : 10.00 46595 1/4/2007 11102 TORRANCE WHOLESALE NURSER' 104353 Landscape Materials/ Dec 06 • 105-2601-4309 433.00 104355 Landscape Materials/ Dec 06 105-2601-4309 487.13 104356 Landscape Materials/ Dec 06 105-2601-4309 433.00 104357 Landscape Materials/ Dec 06 105-2601-4309 460.06 104358 Landscape Materials/ Dec 06 105-2601-4309 460.06 104359 Landscape Materials/ Dec 06 105-2601-4309 423.26 Page: 9 n vchlist Check Register Page: 10 01/04/2007 5:26:50PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46595 1/4/2007 11102 TORRANCE WHOLESALE NURSER' (Continued) 104360 46596 1/4/2007 13845 TORRES CONSTRUCTION CORP Progress Pymt # 7 46597 1/4/2007 09364 TOYS R US 46598 1/4/2007 00015 VERIZON CALIFORNIA E718666 Landscape Materials/ Dec 06 105-2601-4309 487.13 Total : 3,183.64 COMM CTR BLDG ADA UPGRADES 301-8626-4201 80,962.1 Total : 80,962. Breakfast w Santa Supplies 001-4601-4308 310 372-6186 890831 Phone Charges! Dec 06 001-1101-4304 001-1121-4304 001-1202-4304 001-1203-4304 310 376-6984 720712 Phone Charges/ Dec 06 001-1121-4304 001-1132-4304 001-1141-4304 001-1201-4304 001-1202-4304 001-1203-4304 001-1208-4304 001-2101-4304 001-2201-4304 001-4101-4304 001-4201-4304 001-4202-4304 001-4601-4304 001-1204-4304 001-3302-4304 715-1206-4304 158.86 Total : 158.86 Total : 7.77 2.43 6.05 17.96 9.31 8.57 8.09 21.86 86.56 37.77 4. 532.SOF 383.11 61.80 127.94 243.24 106.98 60.05 30.35 9.62 1,766.11 Page: 10 vchlist Check Register Page: 11 01/04/2007 5:26:50PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46599 1/4/2007 09056 VER1ZON ONLINE 66909861 46600 1/4/2007 03209 VERIZON WIRELESS -LA 2098442856 46601 1/4/2007 10703 WILLDAN 061-21821 46602 1/4/2007 06098 WONDRIES FLEET DIVISION 112806 46603 1/4/2007. 14168 WOOD, IAN 20342 2141546 1/4/2007 00243 HERMOSA BEACH PAYROLL ACCO 12312006 Fiber Optic Line/ Dec 06 715-1206-4201 149.95 Total : 149.95 Cell Phone Usage/ Dec 06 001-2101-4304 56.9 Total : 56.4 Labor Standards Compliance/ Dec 06 140-8644-4201 105.00 Total : 105.00 CHEVY IMPALA FOR DETECTIVES 715-2101-5403 20,903.17 Total : 20,903.17 Citation Refund/ # 1206011873 001-3302 30.00 Total : 30.00 Payroll/12-16 to 12-31-06 301-1103 705-1103 715-1103 160-1103 001-1103 105-1103 109-1103 117-1103 145-1103 156-1103 2142993 1/4/2007 14008 SO CAL RISK MANAGEMENT 01042007 Workers Comp Claims -12/29/06 705-1217-4324 460050881 12/13/2006 00170 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA GAS CO. 11540469001 Gas Billing/10-27 to 11-29-06 Total : 5,774.70 4,727.53 7,421:1 10,568. 658,641.7 5,680.60 2,140.94 1,717.11 64.62 3,901.92 700,638.85 18,926.15 Total : 18,926.15 Page: 11 vchlist 01/04/2007 5:26:50PM Check Register CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Page: 12 Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 460050881 12/13/2006 00170 SOUTHERN 530058430 12/20/2006 00170 SOUTHERN 530058506 12/20/2006 00170 SOUTHERN 530058507 12/20/2006 00170 SOUTHERN 72 Vouchers for bank code : boa 72 Vouchers in this report CALIFORNIA GAS CO. CALIFORNIA GAS CO. CALIFORNIA GAS CO. CALIFORNIA GAS CO. (Continued) 01100457009 13910446007 14120446001 001-4204-4303 Gas Billing/11-2 to 12-5-06 001-4204-4303 Gas Billing/11-2 to 12-5-06 001-4204-4303 Gas Billing/11-2 to 12-5-06 001-4204-4303 Total : Total : Total : 34.74 34.74 74.95 74. 37.65 37.65 17.84 Total : 17.84 Bank total : 1,048,677.08 1,048,677.08 Total vouchers : Page: 12 vchlist Check Register Page: 01111/2007 5:18:17PNI CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46604 1/11/2007 14090 ABRAMS, SAMUEL H 20414 2006 Assessment Tax Rebate 105-3105 24.61. Total : 24.61 46605 1/11/2007 12482 ACCURINT 1114400-20061231 Information Services/ Dec06 001-2101-4201 30.0tT Total : 30.00 46606 1/11/2007 12651 AIR CLEANING SYSTEMS 17735 Repair Air System/FD Apparatus. Bay 001-2201-4309 216.37 Total : 216.37 46607 1/11/2007 06290 AIR SOURCE INDUSTRIES 456415 Oxygen Refill/ Dec 06 001-2201-4309 106.00 Total : 106.00 • 46608 1/11/2007 12066 AIT 7399 Printer Inks/ Dec 06 001-2101-4305 491.10 7400 Toners/ Dec 06 001-21014305 282.23 Total : 773.33 46609 1/11/2007 11789 ANZA RENTS 01-090863-01 Chair Rental! Centennial Celebration 109-4603-4201 872. Total 872.50 46610 1/11/2007 00152 ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES 586-4371141 Mats Cleaned/ Nov 06 001-2101-4309 51.62 586-4371143 Mats Cleaned/ Nov 06 001-4204-4309 51.20 586-4371144 Mats Cleaned/ Nov 06 001-3302-4309 45.28 586-4381360 Mats Cleaned/ Dec 06 001-2101-4309. 51.62 586-4381362 Mats Cleaned/ Dec 06 001-4204-4309 51.20 Page: vchlist Check Register Page: 01/11/2007 5:18:17PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46610 1/11/2007 00152 ARAMARK UNIFORM SERVICES (Continued) 586-4381363 Mats Cleaned/ Dec 06 001-3302-4309 45.28 586-4391306 Mats Cleaned/ Dec 06 001-2101-4309 51.62 586-4391308 Mats Cleaned/ Dec 06 001-4204-4309 • 51.. 586-4391309 Mats Cleaned/ Dec 06 001-3302-4309 45.28 Total : 444.30 46611 1/11/2007 02487 ARCH WIRELESS Q7896291A Pager Service/ Dec 06 001-4601-4304 20.13 Total : 20.13 46612 1/11/2007 05179 AT&T 055 354 2649 001 Fax -Long Dist/ Dec 06 001-1204-4304 51.06 Total : 51.06 46613 1/11/2007 00407 AVIATION LOCK & KEY 10283 Keys Made/ Dec 06 001-3302-4305 9.74 31810 INSTALL DOOR CLOSURES ON PD RESTROOP 001-4204-4201 449.42 Total : 459.16 46614 1/11/2007 11820 BETSY ROSS FLAG GIRLS WC 648721-C Never Furl Kits for Centennial Flag 109-4603-4201 415. Total : 415.00 46615 1/11/2007 08482 BOUND TREE MEDICAL,LLC 50402684 Medical Supplies - Dec 06 001-2201-4309 820.40 70028672 Medical Supplies Returned - Dec 06 001-2201-4309 -329.39 Total : 491.01 46616 1/11/2007 00163 BRAUN LINEN SERVICE 0595498 Prisoner Laundry/ Dec 06 001-2101-4306 38.75 Page: 2 %.J vchiist 01/11/2007 5:18:17PM Check Register Page: CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46616 1/11/2007 00163 46617 46618 46619 1/11/2007 00355 1/11/2007 09291 1/11/2007 10838 BRAUN LINEN SERVICE (Continued) 0597247 0599084 BROOKES SPECIALTY SERVICES 22289 CA DISTRICT ATTORNEY'S ASSOC, 20406 CANON BUSINESS SOLUTIONS 3633837 46620 1/11/2007 00153 CINTAS CORPORATION 46621 1/11/2007 07809 CORPORATE EXPRESS 426104388 426107677 426111027 426114341. 75552071 75554596 Prisoner Laundry/ Dec 06 001-2101-4306 Prisoner Laundry/ Dec 06 001-2101-4306 Replace Light Switches/ Fire Dept Lobby 001-4204-4201 Membership Dues -2007/ K Meersand 001-1132-4315 Copier Maintenance/ 1-20 to 4-19-07 715-1208-4201 715-2201-4201 715-3302-4201 715-4601-4201. Uniform Rental - Dec 06 001-4202-4314 Uniform Rental - Dec 06 001-4202-4314 Uniform Rental - Dec 06 001-4202-4314 Uniform Rental - Dec 06 001-4202-4314 Office Supplies/ Dec 06 001-1208-4305 Office Supplies Returned/ Dec 06 001-1208-4305 Total : Total : Total : Total : Total : 38.75 116.*38. 111.00 111.00 100.00 100.00 986.83 86.71 15.97 146.87 1,236.38 134.0 134.09 134,09 134.09 536.36 11.80 -4.22 Page: 3 vchlist Check Register Page: 4 01/11(2007 5,18:17PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46621 1/11/2007 07809 CORPORATE EXPRESS (Continued) 75555650 Office Supplies/ Dec 06 001-1208-4305 188.84 75589830 Office Supplies Returned/ Dec 06 001-1208-4305 -4.96 Total : 191.46 46622 1/11/2007 00879 COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES AR328076 SEWER PUMP STATION MAINT/ NOV 06 160-3102-4251 2,209.1) AR328103 ARTESIA BLVD MEDIAN MAINT/ NOV 06 302-3104-4251 343.91 Total : 2,552.94 46623 1/11/2007 00147 DEVELOPMENT, THE 163918 Photos/ Aloha Sharkeez 001-2201-4305 78.12 Total : 78.12 46624 1/11/2007 11193 DIAZ, SYLVIA 20419 Textbooks Reimburse/ Winter 07 Qtr 001-2201-4317 207.84 Total : 207.84 46625 1/11/2007 00165 EDDINGS BROTHERS AUTO PARTE 123006 Auto Parts Purchase/ Dec 06 715-2101-4311 394.61 715-3104-4311 78.77 715-3302-4311 6.24 715-4202-4311 001-2021 11. 001-2022 -11.35 686777 Auto Parts Purchase Returned/ Dec 06 715-3302-4311 -15.74 Total : 540.10 46626 1/11/2007 14033 EMERGENCY SPEC PHYS T017699237 Prisoner Medical Service/ Dec 06 001-2101-4201 320.00 T017720554 Prisoner Medical Service/ Dec 06 001-2101-4201 320.00 Page: vchlist Check Register 01/11/2007 5:18:17PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Page: Bank code boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account. Amount 46626 1/11/2007 14033 EMERGENCY SPEC PHYS 46627 1/11/2007 13998 FIRST REGIONAL BANK (Continued) T017721933 Prog Pymt # 5 46628 1/11/2007 13830 GERSTEN, MELANIE 113006 46629 1/11/2007 05125 GHASSEMI PETTY CASH, MARIA 20443 46630 1/11/2007 12311 GREMAUD, MARIE BAPTISTE 46631 1/11/2007 00322 HERMOSAANIMAL HOSPITAL 46632 1/11/2007 03432 HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES 1190493 Prisoner Medical Service/ Dec 06 001-2101-4201 RETENTION PYMT # 5 301-8117-4201 301-8120-4201 302-8120-4201 301-8109-4201 BabySigns Class Material 001-4601-4308 Petty Cash Replenishment/ Jan 06 001-1201-4317 001-2101-4305 001-2201-4305 001-4201-4305 001-2201-4309 001-4202-4317 001-1101-4305 001-4601-4308 20408 Instructor Pymt/ # 11509, 514, 744 001-4601-4221 135 Emergency Vet Services/ Dec 06 001-3302-4201 Hardware Supplies - Dec 06 105-2601-4309 Total : Total : Total : Total : 255.00 895.00 0 18,655. 34,824.16 6,840.46 1,865.58 62,186.00 86.00 86.00 50.00 77.93 37.12 62.28 58.37 58.96 4.11k 708.61 747.60 Total 747.60 35.00 Total : 35.00 189.09 Page: 5 i-7 vchlist Check Register Page: ' 6 01111/2007 5:18:17PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46632 1/11/2007 03432 HOME DEPOT CREDIT SERVICES (Continued) 2100400 Hardware Supplies -Clark Field/ Dec 06 301-8535-4201 124.27 3093461 Hardware Supplies - Dec 06 001-4204-4309 232.37 3256499 Holiday Event Supplies/ Dec 06 001-4601-4308 254.7 3577059 Office Xmas Tree -Comm Ctr/ Dec 06 001-4601-4305 60.40 4020056 Hardware Supplies -Clark Field/ Dec 06 301-8535-4201 495.14 4020057 Hardware Supplies -Clark Field/ Dec 06 301-8535-4201 489.66 4020062 Hardware Supplies -Clark Field/ Dec 06 301-8535-4201 18.94 4306460 Hardware Supplies Returned - Dec 06 301-8535-4201 -258.50 8078662 Hardware Supplies - Nov 06 109-3301-4309 115.26 9239541 Hardware Supplies - Nov 06 109-3301-4309 260.68 Total : 1,982.09 46633 1/11/2007 06100 IRON MOUNTAIN OFF-SITE DATA 101251115 46634 1/11/2007 05356 JOHN L. HUNTER & ASSOC. HBUO11/06 46635 1/11/2007 00167 LEARNED LUMBER B55525 46636 1/11/2007 10805 LYNN, LISA 20380 Off Site Storage/ Dec 06 715-1206-4201 Total : USED OIL RECYCLING PROGRAM/ NOV 06 160-3105-4201 Maint Supplies Purchased/ Dec 06 105-2601-4309 Total : Total : 198. 198. 21.25 21.25 146.66 146.66 Centennial Celebration Supp Reimburse 109-4603-4201 186.00 Page: 6 vchlist Check Register Page:. 0.1/1112007 5:18:17PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description!Account Amount 46636 1/11/2007 10805 LYNN, LISA (Continued) Total : 186.00 46637 1/11/2007 10045 MAIN STREET TOURS 34089-A Festival of Lights Trip Transp/ Dec 06 145-3409-4201 400.00 Total : .400.0 46638 1/11/2007 14041 MC GOWAN, P.E., KATHLEEN 3052 STORMWATER MGMT PROGRAM ADMIN/ OCT 160-3102-4201 3,296.70 Total : 3,296.70 46639 1/11/2007 01911 MEDICAL INSTITUTE 571336 Pre-employment Physicals/ Oct 06 001-1203-4320 642.00 Total : 642.00 46640 1/11/2007 04138 MEERSAND, KENNETH A. 01012007 Legal Services - Dec 06 001-1132-4201 9,835.50 Total : 9,835.50 46641 1/11/2007 10455 MUNI FINANCIAL 39181 District Admin/ 1st Qtr 06/07 137-1219-4201 402.93. 138-1219-4201 489.10 136-1219-4201 300.69 139-1219-4201 338.28 135-1219-4201 350.0 Total 1,881. 46642 1/11/2007 13114 OFFICE DEPOT 360928347-001 COMMUNITY RESOURCES STORAGE FURNITI 001-4601-5402 4,871.10 367568152-001 Office Supplies/ Dec 06 001-4204-4309 54.11 367974310-001 Centennial Invitations 109-2175 97.92 367975186-001 Centennial Invitations 109-2175 51.34 368043825-001. Office Supplies/ Dec 06 001-2201-4305 46.72 Total : 5,121.19 Page: /0 vchlist' Check Register Page: 8 01/11/2007 5:18:17PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46643 1/11/2007 00093 OLYMPIC AUTO CENTER 11972 Replace Door Glass/ HB6 715-2101-4311 242.33 Total : 242.33 46644 1/11/2007 03417 ORIENTAL TRADING CO. 613418366-01 Rose Parade Trip Supplies 001-4601-4308 55.65 Total: 55,6,E 46645 1/11/2007 13748 PAGULAYAN, DANTE 20384 Reimburse Expense/Digital Camera 001-4601-5401 366.83 Total : 366.83 46646 1/11/2007 10139 PARKING CONCEPTS INC. 2841106 OPERATING EXP - PKG STRUCTURE / NOV 06 109-3304-4231 14,438.11 2851106 OPERATING EXP - LOT A / NOV 06 109-3305-4231 9,328.47 Total : 23,766.58 46647. 1/11/2007 00608 PEP BOYS 08140127967 Auto Battery/ Nov 06 715-2101-4311 83.04 08140127968 Battery Core Returned/ Nov 06 715-2101-4311 -8.66 08140128159 Auto Parts/ Dec 06 715-3302-4311 18.36 Total : 92.74 46648 1/11/2007 13309 PEREZ, SHAWN 20413 Instructor Pymt/ # 11584 • 001-4601-4221 . 560.70 ToteI : 560.70 46649 1/11/2007 00740 POSTMASTER, UNITED STATES 20423 Bulk Mail Permit Refill/ Permit # 460 001-1204-4305 3,000.00 Total 3,000.00 46650 1/11/2007 08264 PYRO SPECTACULARS ' 42380 Fireworks/ Centennial Celebration 1094603-4201 Total : 15,000.00 15,000.00 Page: 8 n vchlist Check Register Page: 9 01/11/2007 5:18:17PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46651 1/11/2007 08837 REDONDO BEACH, CITY OF 633 Diesel Fuel Purchases/ Oct 06 715-2201-4310 931.94 715-3102-4310 107.69 715-4204-4310 59.13 715-4201-4310 7 715-3302-4310 107. 11.E 715-4202-4310 23.9 635 Diesel Fuel Purchases! Aug 06 715-2201-4310 1,353.51 715-3102-4310 157.80 715-4204-4310 60.37 715-4201-4310 11.52 715-3302-4310 83.90 715-4202-4310 18.89 640 Diesel Fuel Purchases! Jul 06 715-2201-4310 1,410.48 715-3102-4310 141.41 715-4204-4310 33.36 715-4201-4310 21.25 715-3302-4310 75.98 715-4202-4310 8.75 642 Diesel Fuel Purchases! Sep 06 715-2201-4310 3 715-4204-4310 1,389. 52.E 715-4201-4310 26.4 715-3302-4310 112.69 Total : 6,200.78 46652 .1/11/2007 03726 RUSHER AIR CONDITIONING 116647 REPAIR AC UNITS/CITY HALL & COUN CHAMB 001-4204-4201 153419 Quarterly AC Ser! 2nd Qtr 06/07 001-4204-4201 Total : 46653 1/11/2007 07858 SAFETY KLEEN 0032952857 REPLACE SOLVENT TANK SOLUTION 715-4206-4201 861.00 390.00 1,251.00 240.90 Page: 9 "� l vchlist Check Register Page: 10 01/11/2007 5:18:17PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH l3ank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46653. 1/11/2007 07858 SAFETY KLEEN (Continued) Total : 240.90 46654 1/11/2007 14124 SALDANA, MARC 20374 Instructor Pymt/ # 11603 001-4601-4221 224.00 46655 1/11/2007 01420 SCHEID, DOROTHY 20418 Mileage Reimburse/ 11-30-06 Court 001-2101-4305 Total : Total : 46656 1/11/2007 13971 SEQUEL CONTRACTORS, INC 372-5 MANHATTAN STREET IMPROV/ PROG PYMT 5 301-8117-4201 301-8120-4201 302-8120-4201 301-8109-4201 46657 1/11/2007 09656 SHRED IT CALIFORNIA 333438928 Shredding Services/ Dec 06 001-2101-4201 46658 1/11/2007 12085 SOLO ACT SALES 3038 CENTENNIAL LOGO FLAGS 109-4603-4201 46659 1/11/2007 08395 SOUTH BAY ARSON CONTROL TEA 20411 Membership Dues/ FY 06-07 001-2201-4315 46660 1/11/2007 10532 SOUTH BAY FORD 110985 Auto Parts Purchase - Dec 06 715-4202-4311 112288 Auto Parts Purchase - Dec 06 715-2101-4311 46661 1/11/2007 00146 SPARKLETTS Total : 224.00 27.11 27. 167,902.20 313,417.44 61,564.04 16,790.32 559,674.00 129.50 Total : 129.50 1,188,22 Total : 1,188.22 . Total : 5050:0 71.23 192.08 Total 263.31 1206 2553313 447278. Drinking Water/ Dec 06 001-4601-4305 37.41 Page: 10 hn vchlist Check Register Page: 11 01/11/2007 5:18:17PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46661 1/11/2007 00146 SPARKLETTS (Continued) 1206 2553411 447298' Water Dispenser Rental/ Dec 06 001-2201-4305 2.00 Total : 39.41 46662 1/11/2007 10098 SPRINT/NEXTEL COMMUNICATION 269424317-061 Cell Phone Usage - Dec 06 001-2101-4304 1,300.0 001-3302-4304 149.24 371554311-062 Cell Phone Usage - Dec 06 001-2201-4304 587.85 397572146-005 Cell Phone Usage - Dec 06 001-4201-4304 123.56 551834312-061 Cell Phone Usage - Dec 06 001-4601-4304 245.86 Total : 2,406.58 46663 1/11/2007 09198 STONEBRIDGE PRODUCTIONS 20217 Centennial Celebration Concert 109-4603-4201 13,500.00 Total : 13,500.00 46664 1/11/2007 08097 UNION BANK OF CALIFORNIA 338509 Safekeeping Fees/ Nov 06 001-1141-4201 291.67 Total : 291.67 46665 1/11/2007 01938 V & V MANUFACTURING 25775 Retirement Badge & Case/ S Endom S 001-2101-4314 122.65 Total : 122.65 46666 1/11/2007 00015 VERIZON CALIFORNIA 310 318-0200 880930 Phone Charges/ Dec 06 Page: 11 vchiist Check Register Page: 12 01/1112007 5:18:17PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46666 1/11/2007 00015 VERIZON CALIFORNIA (Continued) 001-1121-4304 10.86 001-1132-4304 5.75 001-1141-4304 2.77 001-1201-4304 8.36 001-1202-4304 35.22 001-1203-4304 35.7 001-1208-4304 1.7+ 001-2101-4304 270.2 001-2201-4304 159.30 001-4101-4304 24.20 001-4201-4304 40.89 001-4202-4304 127.07 001-4601-4304 62.07 001-1204-4304 37.94 001-3302-4304 3.85 715-1206-4304 12.05 310 318-6379 041029 Phone Charges/ Dec 06 001-1121-4304 3.35 001-1132-4304 1.77 001-1141-4304 0.85 001-1201-4304 2.58 001-1202-4304 10.86 001-1203-4304 11.04 001-1208-4304 0.45 001-2101-4304 83.0 001-2201-4304 49. 001-4101-4304 7.46 001-4201-4304 12.61 001-4202-4304 39.19 001-4601-4304 19.14 001-1204-4304 11.70 001-3302-4304 1.19 715-1206-4304 3.72 310 PLO -0347 030623 Circuit Billing/ Dec 06 001-2101-4304 42.36 Page: 12 7� f, vchlist Check Register Page: 13 0111112007 5:18:17PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account Amount 46666 1/11/2007 00015 VERIZON CALIFORNIA (Continued) 310 UHO-3618 030623 Circuit Billing/ Dec 06 001-2101-4304 396.46 310 UH9-9686 060508 Circuit Billing/ Dec 06 001-2101-4304 155. Total : 1,690 46667 1/11/2007 00141 WEST PAYMENT CENTER 812761905 CA Anna Codes, CA Penal Codes/ 2007 001-1121-4201 1,174.54 Total : 1,174.54 46668 1/11/2007 12899 WESTERN STATES INFORMATION 142 E -Newsletter Services/ Dec 06 001-1101-4319 650.00 Total : 650.00 46669 1/11/2007 01206 ZUMAR INDUSTRIES 0091814 Street Sign Maint Material/ Dec 06 001-3104-4309 498.52 0091815 Street Sign Maint Material/ Dec 06 001-3104-4309 955.31 0091938 Street Sign Maint Material/ Dec 06 001-3104-4309 86.60 Total : 1,540.43 2162742 1/11/2007 14008 SO CAL RISK MGMT ASSOC, INC 01112007 Workers Comp Claims -1/05/07 705-1217-4324 3,542. Total : 3,542.06 67 Vouchers for bank code : boa Bank total : 735,235.52 67 Vouchers in this report Total vouchers : 735,235.52 Page: 13 vchlist Check Register 01/11/2007 5:18:17PM CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Page: 14 Bank code : boa Voucher Date Vendor Invoice Description/Account "I hereby certify that the demands or claims covered by the checks listed on pages / to inclusive, of the check register for//C( / / / 677 are accurate funds are available for payment, and are -in conformance to the budget" By Date Finance Director ///041 Amount Page: 14 Honorable Mayor and Jan 17, 2007 For the Meeting of Members of the City Council January 23, 2007 CANCELLATION OF CHECKS Please ratify the following request for cancellation of the check listed below: #46107 — 11/16/06 - Santa Ana College $165.00. The class was cancelled. The check was not mailed. .�%..►..►�J Concur:. Sten ' . Burre , City Manager --So , w k, , (gy bect)f) John M. Workman, City Treasurer Noted for fiscal impact: Viki Copeland, Finance Director January 18, 2007 Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council • /e r" Regular Meeting of January 23, 2007 i TENTATIVE FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Ordinance setting up an Emergency Preparedness. Commission City Manager Parks Fee Report Community Resources Director Budget Workshop Date Mid -year Budget Review City Manager Finance Director Recommendation to receive and file the action minutes of the Parks, Recreation and Community Resources Advisory Commission meeting of February 6, 2007. Community Resources Director Recommendation to receive and file the action minutes of the Planning Commission meeting of February 20, 2007. Community Development Director Recommendation to receive and file the action minutes of the Public Works Commission meeting of January 17, 2007. Public Works Director Activity Reports — January 2007 Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council January 16, 2007 City Council Meeting of January 23, 2007 REVENUE AND EXPENDITURE REPORTS DECEMBER 2006 The Revenue and Expenditure reports for December 2006 will be submitted with the Midyear Budget Review on the Council meeting of February 13, 2007. NOTED: I B951FINANCEIIREVEXPnorepMIDYRBUD.DOC Respectfully submitted, Viki Copland Finance Director 2d(1 ) 7 GENERAL ACCOUNT FUND 12/1/2006 • Dec -06 12/3112006 NUMBER FUND NAME BALANCE CASH ADJUSTMENTS CHECKS ADJUSTMENTS BALANCE 001 GENERAL 105 LIGHTING/LANDSCAPING 109 DOWNTOWN ENHANCEMENT 115 STATE GAS TAX 117 AB939 119 COMPENSATED ABSENCES 121 PROP A OPEN SPACE 122 TYCO 123 TYCO TIDELANDS 125 PARK REC FAG TAX 126 RAILROAD RIGHT OF WAY 127 BUILDING 1MPROVMENT 135 BAYVIEW DR DIST ADMIN EXP FUND 136 LOWER PIER ADMIN EXPENSE 137 MYRTLE ADMIN EXPENSE 138 LOMA ADMIN EXPENSE 139 BEACH DR ASSMNT ADMIN EXP FUND 140 COMM DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT 145 PROPOSITION A 146 PROPOSITION C 150 GRANTS 151 OFC OF TRAFFIC SAFETY GRANT 152 AIR QUALITY MGMT DISTRICT 153 SUPPLEMENTAL LAW ENF SERVICES 154 CA LAW ENF EQUIPMENT PROGRAM 156 TASK FORCE FOR REG AUTOTHEFT PREV 160 SEWER MAINTENANCE 170 ASSET SEIZURE 180 FIRE PROTECTION 198 RETIREMENT STABILIZATION FUND 199 CONTINGENCY 301 CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT 302 ARTESIA BLVD. RELINQUISHMENT 303 BCH DRIVE 2 UNDERGROUNDING DISTRICT 307 MYRTLE UTIL UNDERGROUND IMPROV 309 BAYVIEW DRIVE UNDERGROUND DISTRICT 311 BEACH DRIVE UNDERGROUND DISTRICT 312 PROSPECT UNDERGROUNDING DISTRICT 609 BAYVIEW DR REDEMPTION FUND 610 LOWER PIER DISTRICT REDEMP 611 BEACH DR ASSMNT DIST REDEMP FUND 612 BEACH DR ASSMNT DIST RESERVE FUND 617 MYRTLE REDEMPTION 618 LOMA REDEMPTION 619 BAYVIEW DR RESERVE FUND 625 OTHER POST EMPL BENEFITS FUND 705 INSURANCE 715 EQUIPMENT REPLACEMENT 900 INVESTMENT TOTAL GENERAL ACCOUNT ($1231,978.66) $3,837,926.72. $178,053.38 (1.353,557.01) (757,771.60) $672,672.83 ($85,056.25) $179,500.20 $5.08 (33,317.77) (8,283.97) $52,847.29 $677,890.82 $106,618.53 $2,445.05 (66,674.60) (1,995.36) $718,284.44 $260,495.09 $933.00 $295.80 (29.695.69) $232,028.20 $299,140.03 $4,704.15 $355.32 (4,181.14) (810.00) $299,208.36 $253,341.06 (3,028.00) $250,313.06 ($8,561.71) (1,713.00) ($10,274.71) $173,645.99 $208.99 (14,640.79) $159,214.19 $267,643.90 $316.61 (89.07.) $267,871.44 $300,921.40 $354.65 (99,492.00) (100.14) $201,683.91 $29,155.95 $34.65 (22,473.00) (9.70) $6,707.90 $3,764.93 $4.45 (1.25) $3,768.13 ($1,079.94) - ($64.06) $4,211.40 (214.00) 82,853.40 $771.27 ($53.83) $3,039.70 (90.00) $3,667.14 $4,961.66 ($76.84) 8,995.21 (261.65) $13,618.38 $7,648.55 ($84.93) 9,999.14 (300.55) '$17,262.21 ($529.74) ($57.24) $2,742.92 (91.00) $2,064.94 ($2,400.16) ($2,400.16) $585,777.73 $322.80 $29,964.87 (3,648.50) (194.95) $612,221.95 $1,583,620.79 $26,422.21 (527.00) $1,609,516.00 ($103,456.89) (326.68) ($103,783.57) ($2,437.50) ($2,437.50) $73,962.06 $5,944.62 $87.04 (24.61) $79,969.11 $237,883.02 $274.63 (14;730.93) (79.16) $223,347.56 $4,255.65 $5.12 (3,028.83) (1.42) $1,230.52 ($51,122.56) (6,646.28) (4,100.93) ($61,869.77) $643,109.52 $3,074.53 $59,116.64 (36,736.73) (12,564.70) 8655,999.25 $69,047.89 $81.54 (22.98) $69,106,45 $176,397.30 $3,904.00 ' $210.14 (7,976.70) $172,534.74 $987,369.41 $1,170.40 ($15,899.58) $972,640.23 $3,613,697.04 $4,223.85 (1,202.57) $3,616,718.32 $3,132,738.38 $18,322.59 (390,964.37) (3,664.33) $2,756,432.27 $275,306.92 $332.45 (34,931.96) (91.62) $240,615.79 $0.00 $0.00 $8,638.92 $10.27 (2.88) $8,646.31 $198,828.31 $234.84 $199,063.15 $81,638.38 $96.46 (2,325.90) $79,408.94 $0.00 $0.00 $3,381.61 829,043,22 $9.24 (4,211.40) $28,222.67 $10,462.09 $16,625.88 $13.17 (3,043.18) $24,057.96 ($740.26) • $13,888.67 $1.33 (2,742.92) $10,406.82 $3,325.48 83.73. (1.11) $3,328.10 $17,633.41 $40,266.66 $23.60 (8,995.39) $48,928.28 $13,864.16 $44,893.30 $20.37 (9,994.96) 648,782.87 $10,895.22 $12.15 $10,907.37 $777,563.38 $777,563.38 $4,573,436.32 $1,200.00 $141,535.00 (194,369.60) (2,882.71) $4,518,919.01 $2,227,773.62 $2,350.00 $105,071.00 (90,392.32) (4,029.70) $2,240,772.60 80.00 $15,659.72 $508,960.00 (524,619.72) $0.00 $20,102,623.59 $4,306,519.10 $1,107,264.99 ($2,357,797.62) (1,425,970.29) 21,732,639.77 TRUST ACCOUNTS BALANCE BALANCE 12/1/2606 DEPOSITS CHARGES 12/31/2006 PAYROLL CABLE TV DEPOSIT TOTAL ALL ACCOUNTS $21,436,764.00 INVESTMENTS $279,562.04 INTEREST RECEIVED TO DATE $3,000.00 $1,217,529.24 ($1,217,529.24) $10,000.00 $3,000.00 $10,000.00 LO(by 90-r JOHN M. WORKMAN, CITY TREASURER $13,000.00 $1,217,529.24 ($1217,529.24) $13,000.00 821,745,639.77 BANK BALANCES GENERAL TRUST ACCTS $579,583.09 $33,889.44 $613,472.53 OUTSTANDING CHECKS ($304,596.76' $308,875.77 INVESTMENTS $21,436,764.00 BALANCE $21,745,639.77 2d 2) Honorable Mayor • and Members of the City Council January 10, 2007 City Council Meeting of January 23, 2007 MONTHLY STATUS REPORT OF INACTIVE PUBLIC DEPOSITS FOR HERMOSA BEACH Investments in the report meet the requirements of the City of Hermosa Beach's adopted investment policy. Attached is a report of all inactive Public Deposits for the month of December, 2006. This is the most current available investment information. Respectfully submitted, John M. Workman City Treasurer NOTED: Ste n R/Burre1I Cit. anager NOTED FOR FISCAL IMPACT: Viki Copeland Finance Director 2d(3) INSTITUTION LAIF INVESTMENT REPORT Dec -06 RATE DATE OF DATE OF ORIGINAL MARKET ` FACE /PAR OF % WEIGHTED BOOK VALUE INVESTMENT MATURITY COST VALUE VALUE INTEREST TOTAL YIELD 12/1/2006 $17,346,813.91 December Deposits & WithdrawIs $1,100,000.00 12/31/2006 $18,446,813.91 518,446,813.91 4.930% 86.012% 4.240% U.S. GOV'T AGENCY BONDS/NOTES Federal Home Loan Bank $499,833.76 2/6/2003 2/15/2007 $497,104.00 $498,595.00 $500,000.00 2.875% 2.331% 0.067% Federal Home Loan Bank $499,772.20 2/3/2005 2/15/2007 $496,525.00 $498,905.00 $500,000.00 3,375% 2.331% 0,079% Federal Horne Loan Bank $499,407:40 8/3/2005 9/14/2007 $498,400.00 $496,565.00 $500,000.00 4.250% 2.331 % . 0.099% Federal Nati Mtg Assn Notes. $494,654.58 2/22/2005 2/22/2008 $490,680.00 $492,655.00 $500,000.00 3.860% 2.331% 0,090% Federal Home Loan Bank $499,164.24 5/3/2006 6/13/2008 $498,840.00 $500,155.00 $500,000.00 5.125% 2.331% 0.119%0 Federal Home Loan Bank $497,117.91 12/1/2006 9/19/2008 $496,975.00 , $495,155.00 $500,000.00 4.480% 2.331% 0.104% $21,436,764.00 $2,978,524.00 $2,982,030.00 $21,446,813.91 100.00% 4.799% In•compiiance with the California Code Section 53646, the Treasurer of the City of Hermosa Beach hereby certifies that sufficient investment liquidity and anticipated revenues are available to meet the City's budgeted expenditure requirements for the next six months. Investments in the report meet the requirements of the City of Hermosa Beach's adopted investment policy. RESPECTFULLY SUBMITTED, v -L W avtok Wit,,, °,d bu 7) JOHN M. WORKMAN ('.ITV TP FA CI IDFD • Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council PROJECT STATUS REPORT Recommendation: It is recommended that Council receive and file this report. Summary: This report gives the status of capital improvement projects that are either under design or construction. Capital improvement projects not indicated in this report can be found in the department's Monthly Activity Report. • January 16, 2007 Regular Meeting of January 23, 2007 As of December 31, 2006 Project Status: PROJECT NO. CIP 02-104 BAYVIEW POST-UNDERGROUNDING STREET IMPROVEMENTS - PROJECT ENGINEER: FRANK SENTENO DESCRIPTION STATUS STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING COMPLETED 12/09/05 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) COMPLETED 01/12/07 • TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE TBD BID OPENING TBD TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD TBD BEGIN CONSTRUCTION 3RD QTR FY 06-07 EST. END CONSTRUCTION TBD PROJECT NO. CIP 02-106 BEACH DRIVE POST-UNDERGROUNDING STREET IMPROVEMENTS - PROJECT ENGINEER: FRANK SENTENO DESCRIPTION STATUS STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING COMPLETED 03/10/05 • DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) COMPLETED 11/08/06 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW NIA TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE NIA BID OPENING N/A TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD 10/24/06 ADDED TO OTHER CIP PROJECT BEGIN CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED 01/08/07 END CONSTRUCTION 1/07 PROJECT NO. CIP 05-109 CONCRETE ROAD RECONSTRUCTION - VARIOUS LOCATIONS - PROJECT ENGINEER: FRANK SENTENO DESCRIPTION STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING COMPLETED 04/06 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) COMPLETED 04/06 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW NIA TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE N/A BID OPENING COMPLETED 05/15/06 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD COMPLETED 06/13/06 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED 07/24/06 END CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED 12/22/06 PROJECT NO. CIP 05-110 SLURRY/CRACK SEALING AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS -- PROJECT ENGINEER: FRANK SENTENO DESCRIPTION STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING COMPLETED 10/20/05 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) COMPLETED 04/12/06 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW N/A TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE N/A • BID OPENING . COMPLETED 10-12-06 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD 11/14/06 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION 02/07 END CONSTRUCTION 02/07 PROJECT NO. CIP 04-112 STREET IMPROVEMENTS - SLURRY SEAL AT VARIOUS LOCATIONS - PROJECT EN ER: FRANK SENTENO DESWION STATUS WATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING COMPLETED 03/04/05 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) COMPLETED 04/12/06 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW N/A TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE N/A 09/07 BID OPENING COMPLETED 10/12106 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD 11/14/06 06/13/06 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION 02107 07124/06 END CONSTRUCTION 02/07 12/22/06 PROJECT NO. CIP 04-116 STREET IMPROVEMENTS - PIER AVE., HERMOSA AVE. TO PCH - PROJECT ENGINEER: FRANK SENTENO DESCRIPTION STATUS STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING 01/07 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) 03/07 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW 05/07 TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE 06/07 BID OPENING Q7/07 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD 08/07 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION 09/07 END CONSTRUCTION 02108 PROJECT NO. CIP 04-117 STREET IMPROVEMENTS MANHATTAN AVE. 137 ST. TO CITY LIMITS - PROJECT ENGINEER: FRANK SENTENO DESCRIPTION STATUS STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING COMPLETED 04/06 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) COMPLETED 05/06 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW N/A TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE - N/A TBD BID OPENING COMPLETED 05115106 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD COMPLETED 06/13/06 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED 07124/06 END CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED 12/22/06 PROJECT NO. CIP 04-118 STREET IMPROVEMENTS - STRAND BIKEWAY LIGHT FIXTURE REPLACEMENT - MICHAEL FLAHERTY DESCRIPTION STATUS STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING N/A TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) N/A TBD TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW N/A TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE N/A TBD BID OPENING COMPLETED 12/01/05 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD COMPLETED 01/10/06 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED 07/01/06 END CONSTRUCTION 11/06 12/22/06 PROJECT NO. CIP 05-119 STREET IMPROVEMENTS - HERMOSA AVE., LONGFELLOW AVE. -PROJECT ENGINEER: FRANK SENTENO DESCRIPTION STATUS STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING N/A DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) 02107 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW N/A TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE TBD BID OPENING TBD TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD 2N5 QTR FY 06-07 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION TBD END CONSTRUCTION TBD PROJECT NO. CIP 05-120 STREET IMPROVEMENTS - VARIOUS LOCATIONS - PROJECT ENGINEER: FRANK SENTENO DESCRIPTION STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING COMPLETED 04/04/06 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) COMPLETED 05/05/06 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW NIA TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE N/A BID OPENING COMPLETED 05/15/06 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD COMPLETED 06/13/06 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION TO BEGIN 07/24/06 END CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED 12/22/06 PROJECT NO. GIP 05-121 STREET IMPRRMENTS— AVIATION BLVD. TREE PROJECT — PROJECT SNIPER: KEN REAMEY DESCRIPTION STATUS STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING ' COMPLETED 08/31/05 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) COMPLETED 07/13/06 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW N/A TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE N/A TBD BID OPENING COMPLETED 07/31/06 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD COMPLETED 08/08/06 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED 12/18/06 END CONSTRUCTION 02/07 11/1/06 PROJECT NO. CIP 06-124 STREET IMPROVEMENTS —16- STREET BETWEEN PCH AND PROSPECT SIDEWALK REPAIR—PROJECT ENGINEER: KEN REAMEY DESCRIPTION STATUS STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING 01/07 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (Ps&E) 02/07 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW TBD TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE TBD BID OPENING TBD TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD TBD BEGIN CONSTRUCTION TBD END CONSTRUCTION TBD PROJECT NO. CIP 00-413 SEWER IMPROVEMENTS —TARGET AREAS 2 THRU 4 -PROJECT ENGINEER: FRANK SENTENO DESCRIPTION STATUS STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING COMPLETED 07/15/05 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (Ps&E) COMPLETED 07/13/06 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW N/A TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE 01/07 07/26/05 BID OPENING 02/07 04/27/06 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD 03/07 05/18/06 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION 04/07 07/05/06 END CONSTRUCTION 06/07 11/1/06 PROJECT NO. CIP 03-418 UPGRADE OF SEWER PUMP STATIONS — PROJECT ENGINEER: FRANK SENTENO DESCRIPTION STATUS STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING COMPLETED 04128/05 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) COMPLETED 12/31/05 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW NIA TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE COMPLETED 07/26/05 BID OPENING COMPLETED 04/27/06 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD COMPLETED 05/18/06 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION TO BEGIN 07/05/06 END CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED 11/1/06 PROJECT NO. CIP 06-419 SANITARY SEWER MASTER PLAN — PROJECT ENGINEER: HOMAYOUN BEHBOODI DESCRIPTION STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING 06/07 ENGINEERING & PLAN PREPARATION 09/07 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW 10/07 TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE 11/07 BEGIN IMPLEMENTATION 11/07 PROJECT NO. CIP 04-534 PARK IMPROVEMEN.ROJECT ENGINEER; FRANK SENTENO DESCRIPTION STATUS - REVISED STATUS E. RODAWAY PARK PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING 02-07 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) 02/07 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW N/A TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE 02/07 BID OPENING 02/07 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD 03/07 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION 04/07 END CONSTRUCTION 05/07 PROJECT NO. CIP 04-535 CLARK FIELD IMPROVEMENTS - PROJECT ENGINEER: KEN REAMEY DESCRIPTION STATUS STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING COMPLETED 04/13/06 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) COMPLETED 07/07/06 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW N/A TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE NIA 05/07 BID OPENING COMPLETED 08/08/06 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD COMPLETED 08/08/06 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED 09/08/06 END CONSTRUCTION 01/07 PROJECT NO. CIP 02-612 PUBLIC WORKS YARD RENOVATION - PHASE 2 -PROJECT ENGINEER: HOMAYOUN BEHBOODI DESCRIPTION STATUS STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING 12/06 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) 02/07 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW N/A TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE 03/07 BID OPENING 04/07 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD 05/07 , BEGIN CONSTRUCTION 05/07 END CONSTRUCTION 09/07 PROJECT NO. CIP 02-626 COMMUNITY CENTER THEATER ADA UPGRADES PHASE 3 -PROJECT ENGINEER: KEN REAMEY DESCRIPTION STATUS STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING COMPLETED 09/30/04 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) COMPLETED 07/10/05 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW N/A TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL OF DESIGN & SPECS N/A TBD- PENDING FUNDING AVAILABILITY BID OPENING COMPLETED 02/09/06 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD COMPLETED 03/28//06 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION COMPLETED 05/02/06 END CONSTRUCTION 01/07 PROJECT NO. CIP 99-631 BEACH RESTROOMS - REHABILITATION - PROJECT ENGINEER: KEN REAMEY - DESCRIPTION STATUS STATUS REVISED PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING COMPLETED 03/31/06 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) 02/07 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW 03/07 TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE TBD- PENDING FUNDING AVAILABILITY BID OPENING TBD- PENDING FUNDING AVAILABILITY TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD TBD- PENDING FUNDING AVAILABILITY BEGIN CONSTRUCTION -- TBD- PENDING FUNDING AVAILABILITY END CONSTRUCTION TBD - PENDING FUNDING AVAILABILITY PROJECT NO. CIP 06-641 CLARK BUILDING REFURBISHMENT, PHASE 1 - PROJECT ENGINEER: KEN REAMEY DESCRIPTION STATUS PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING N/A DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) COMPLETED 10/31/06 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW N/A TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE N/A BID OPENING COMPLETED 11/09/06 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD 12/06 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION 01/07 END CONSTRUCTION - 01/07 d • PROJECT NO. CIP 06-644 COMMUNITY CENTER UPGRADES - PHASE 4- PROJECT ENGINEER: KEN REAMEY DESCRIPTION STATUS PRELIMINARY ENGINEERING 01/07 DESIGN & ENGINEERING (PS&E) 02/07 TO PW COMMISSION FOR REVIEW 04/07 TO COUNCIL FOR APPROVAL TO ADVERTISE 05107 BID OPENING 06/07 TO COUNCIL FOR AWARD 06/07 BEGIN CONSTRUCTION 07/07 END CONSTRUCTION 09/07 TBD - TO BE DETERMINED Respectfully submitted, Richard Director organ, '.E. f Public Works/City Engineer Concur: F:1B951PWFILES\CCITEMS\cip progress reports december 06-07.doc Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council January 16, 2007 For the City Council Meeting of January 23, 2007 ACCEPTANCE OF DONATIONS Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council accept donations received by the City to be used as follows: Donor Anheuser -- Busch Women's Club of Hermosa Beach Repectfully submitted: Valerie Mohler Accounting Supervisor Amount $20,000.00 $2,000.00 Purpose To be used for the Centennial Celebration event To be used for the Police Centennial Badges. Concur: Viki Copeland Finance Director phen Burr- ll City Manager 2f Honorable Mayor and Members of //,"2_9/0) January 9, 2007 City Council Meeting the Hermosa Beach City Council January 23, 2007 ADOPTION OF ANNUAL STATEMENT OF INVESTMENT POLICY FOR CALENDAR YEAR 2007 RECOMMENDATION It is recommended that the City Council adopt the annual statement of investment policy for calendar year 2007 BACKGROUND Government Code section 53646 requires the filing of an annual Statement of Investment Policy by local public agencies. ANALYSIS With safety as a focus and the primary concern being the security of principal, the investments described will continue to earn current reasonable returns. Respectfully submitted, M. Workman Treasurer Noted for fiscal impact: Viki Copela'hd Finance Director NOTED: 4'T Stephf -1 City. anager 1 6 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 2T 23 RESOLUTION NO. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, ACKNOWLEDGING THE RECEIPT, FILING AND APPROVAL OF THE ANNUAL STATEMENT. OF INVESTMENT POLICY AND DELEGATING INVESTMENT AUTHORITY TO THE CITY TREASURER FOR THE YEAR 2007 WHEREAS, Government Code Section 53646 requires the filing of an annual Statement of Investment Policy by local public agencies; and WHEREAS, the City Treasurer of the City of Hermosa Beach has rendered the following Statement of Investment Policy to this City Council for the calendar year 2007: PURPOSE: This statement is intended to provide a guideline for the prudent investment of temporary idle cash, trust funds and restricted moneys and to outline a policy for maximizing the efficiency of the cash management system. Ultimate investment goals include the enhancement of economic status and the protection of pooled cash investments. OBJECTIVE: The cash management system of the City of Hermosa Beach is designed to accurately monitor and forecast expenditures and revenues, thus insuring the investment of moneys to the fullest extent possible The city attempts to obtain highest interest yields possible as long as investments meet the criteria required for safety and liquidity. POLICY: The City of Hermosa Beach operates its investment program with State and self- imposed constraints. It does not buy stocks; it does not speculate; it does not deal in futures, options or security loan agreements. With regard to investment companies, the City will deal only with investment companies registered with the . Securities and Exchange Commission. The City Treasurer will have sole discretion over Security Trading, except in the case of monies invested in the State of California Local Agency Investment Fund(LAIF) and the Los Angeles County Pooled Investment fund(LACPIF)_ Longer term investments (over one year) are generally limited to maturates of 3 years or less, but will never exceed five years. 1 F:\B95\FINANCEI\RES005.DOC 4 6 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 • • Criteria for selecting investments and the absolute order of priority are: 1. Safety: The .safety and risk associated with an investment refers to the potential loss of principal, interest or a combination of these amounts. Since it is the primary duty and responsibility of the Treasurer to protect, preserve and maintain cash and investments placed in his/her trust on behalf of the citizens of the City, Hermosa Beach only invests in those instruments that are considered very safe. 2. Liquidity: This refers to the ability to "cash in" at any moment in time with minimal chance of losing some portion of the principal or interest. An adequate percentage of the portfolio should be maintained in liquid short-term investments which can be converted to cash if necessary to meet disbursement requirements. Since all cash requirements cannot be anticipated, investments in securities with active secondary or resale markets is highly recommended. Emphasis should be on marketable securities with low sensitivity to market risk. 3. Yield: yield is the potential dollar earnings an investment can provide, and sometimes is described as the rate of return. It should become a consideration only after the basic requirements of safety and liquidity have been met. The City's investment philosophy is to insure the safety of principle and to provide money when needed. A high dollar yield on investments, though important, ranks third in the priority of investment strategy. Depository Services Money must be deposited in state or national banks, state or federal savings associations, or state or federal credit unions in the state. It may be in inactive deposits, active deposits or interest- bearing active deposits which are insured or collateralized as required by Government Code Section 53630 at seq. The deposits generally may not exceed the amount of the bank's shareholders' equity, the savings and loan's net worth or the ;credit union's unimpaired capital and surplus. We require that each financial institution submit current financial statements which are evaluated prior to the investment of funds. We use the following criteria: The institution must have been in business at least three years. The institution must submit audited financial statements. In addition, examination is made of the Reserve for Loan Losses category to evaluate the financial trend of the institution's asset base. Whenever possible, the use of several year 2 F:1B951FINANCE11RES005.0OC 10 11 .12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21. 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 financial data is evaluated to present a trend of activity in the institution. We also require the interest be paid to the City on a monthly basis (current state law only requires quarterly payment). Authorized Investments Generally, investments shall be made in the context of the "prudent person" rule, which states that, "investments shall be made with judgment and care, under circumstances then prevailing, which persons of prudence, discretion, and intelligence exercise in the management of their own affairs, not for speculation, but for investment, considering the probable safety of their capital as well as the probable income to be derived." The City is further governed by the California Government Code, Sections 53600 et seq. Within the context of these limitations, the following investments are authorized, as further limited herein: Negotiable Certificates of Deposit. No more than 5% of the City's portfolio is invested in any one institution: Time Certificates of Deposits are safe kept in a legally acceptable safekeeping account. Total purchases are not to exceed 30% of surplus funds. An institution must meet the following criteria to be considered by the City: 1. The institution must be located in California. 2. The institution must have current financial information, signed contract and waiver on file with the City. 3. The institution must maintain a net worth to asset ratio of a least 5%, and have a positive earnings record. 4. The institution must be at least 3 years old. U. S. TREASURIES are direct obligations of the United States Government. U.S. TREASURY BILLS are issued weekly with maturity dates up to one year. They are issued and traded on a discount basis and the interest is figured on the 360 day basis, actual number of days. They are issued in amounts of $10,000 and up, in multiples of $5,000. They are a highly liquid security. U.S. TREASURY NOTES are initially issued with two to ten years maturities. They are actively traded in a large secondary market and are very liquid. 3 F:1B951FINANCE1IRESO05.DOC 2 3 4 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19' 20 21 22 23 21 25 26 2T 28 • MEDIUM-TERM NOTES (MTNs) are corporate notes. Issuers include well recognized banks and bank holding companies, insurance companies, finance companies and industrial corporations. A large percentage of MTNs are unsecured senior debt obligations, although a number of recent issues have come to market on a collateralized or secured basis. Maturity bonds are from 9 months to one year, one year to 18 months, 18 months to 2 years, and annually thereafter. Typically, rates are established at a positive spread over a Treasury security of comparable maturity. Credit ratings on MTNs are established by nationally recognized rating services. Standard and Poor's, Moody's Investors Service and Fitch Investors Service. Credit supported MTNs typically cany the Aaa/AAA long term rating, based on the credit -worthiness of the support entity. Collateralized MTNs receive the same rating based on the over collateralization limits set by Standard and Poor's and Moody's. Although a rating of A is required for Municipal investment as per sections 53601 and/or 53635, this agency, as policy, will only consider investments with Aa/aa or better. There can be only 30% of the total surplus funds used for MTN investment as per section 53635. MTNs offer safety, yield and liquidity through a strong secondary market. BANKER'S ACCEPTANCES are negotiable time drafts drawn to finance the export, import, shipment or storage of goods, and they are termed "Accepted" when a bank guarantees to pay the face value at maturity. A Banker's Acceptance constitutes an irrevocable obligation of the accepting bank and a contingent obligation of the drawer and of any endorsees whose names appear upon it. The bank is protected by its customer's agreement to provide the necessary funds in advance of the maturity of the Acceptance and also by the pledge of documents such as bills of lading, independent warehouse of terminal receipts, and other documents evidencing ownership and the insurance of the goods so financed. Cities and other local agencies are authorized to purchase Banker's Acceptances, subject to several restrictions. First, the Banker's Acceptance must be eligible for purchase by the Federal Reserve System. Second, purchases of Banker's Acceptances must not exceed one hundred eighty (180) days maturity or 40% of the City's surplus money invested under Sections 53601 and/or 53635. Finally, no more than 5% of the agency's surplus funds may be invested in the Banker's Acceptances of any one commercial bank . F:1B95\F I NANC E11RES0 05. D 0 C 1 3 7 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 • LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND (LAIF) is a pooled investment fund in the State Treasury which local agencies may use to deposit funds for investment. There is no minimum investmentperiod and the minimum transaction is $5,000, in multiples of $1,000 above that, with a maximum of $40,000,000 for any agency. The City is restricted to a maximum of fifteen (15) transactions per month. It offers high liquidity because deposits can be converted to cash in twenty- four hours and no interest is lost. All interest is distributedto those agencies participating on a proportionate share determined by the amounts deposited and the length of time they are deposited. Interest is paid quarterly via direct deposit. The State keeps an amount for reasonable costs of making the investments, not to exceed one-quarter of one percent of the earnings. The interest rates are fairly high because of the pooling of the State surplus cash with the surplus cash deposited by local governments. This creates a multi -billion dollar money pool and allows diversified investments. In a high interest rate market, we do better than LAIF, but in times of low interest rates, LAIF yields are higher. The City continually invests in the Local Agency Investment Fund (Government Code Section 16429). LOS ANGELES COUNTY POOLED INVESTMENT FUND (LACPIF) Pursuant to Government Code Section 53684, local agencies in the County of Los Angeles may deposit excess funds in LACPIF for the purpose of investment by the county treasurer Government Code Sections 53601 and 53635; The County keeps an amount for reasonable costs of making the investments, not to exceed sixteen (16) basis points per month. The number of monthly transactions are not restricted. Safekeeping Certificates of Deposit or Receipts of Public Funds must be mailed or delivered to the City. Banker's acceptances are actual "physical" securities, meaning they are evidenced by actual certificates. All Treasury bills and most other Treasury securities are "book entry" securities, meaning they are held at the Federal Reserve Union Bank of California where only a book entry is used to denote ownership. Collateral for time deposits in banks and savings and loans are held by the Federal Home Loan Bank (FHB) or an approved Agency of Depository of the financial institution. Securities purchased from broker/dealers shall be held in third party safekeeping. 5 F:\B951FINANCEi1RES005,DOC 1 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 Public Trust All participants in the investment process shall act as custodians of the public trust. Investment officials shall recognize that the investment portfolio is subject to public review and evaluation. The overall program shall be designed and managed with a degree of professionalism that is worthy of the public trust. In a diversified portfolio it must be recognized that occasional measurement losses are inevitable, and must be considered within the context of the overall portfolio's investment return, provided that adequate diversification has been implemented. Risk Tolerance The City Council recognizes that investment risks can result from issuer defaults, market price changes or various technical complications leading to temporary illiquidity. Portfolio diversification is employed as a way to control risk. Investment Managers are expected to display prudence in the selection of securities, as a way to minimize default risk. No individual investment transaction shall be undertaken which jeopardizes the total capital position of the overall portfolio. The Treasurer shall periodically establish guidelines and strategies to control risks of default, market price changes, and illiquidity. Reporting The Treasurer or his deputy shall submit a monthly investment report to the City Council. This report will include all required elements of the monthly report as prescribed by Government Code Section 53646. Under the City's current Investment Policy, of the monthly report shall include: a. Type of investment b. Name of issuer G. Date of investment d. Date ofmaturity e. Amount of deposit or cost of the security f. Current market value g. Rate of Interest h. A statement of compliance with California Code Section 53646, from the City 6 F:1B951FINANCE11RES005.DOC 4 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 • Treasurer certifying that sufficient investment liquidity and anticipated. revenues are available to meet the City's budgeted expenditure requirement for. the next six months; and NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: Section 1. That the annual Statement of Investment Policy for the City of Hermosa Beach, as set forth in the recitals hereof, filed by the City Treasurer in compliance with Section 53646 (a) of the Government Code, is hereby approved. Section 2. That this policy applies to investments effective January 1, 2007. PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED THIS 23rd DAY OF January 2007. PRESIDENT of the City Council and MAYOR Of the City of Hermosa Beach, California. ATTEST: CITY CLERK APPROVED AS TO FORM: CITY ATTORNEY 7 F:B95\FENANCEiIRESO05.DOC CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH MEMORANDUM DATE: January 17, 2007 TO: CITY COUNCIL FROM: SAM EDGERTON, COUNCIL MEMBER PETER TUCKER, COUNCIL MEMBER RE: RENEWAL OF CITY MANAGER'S EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT RECOMMENDATION: Approve amendment to employment agreement effective January 1, 2006 to December 31, 2008. BACKGROUND: A committee of the City Council was appointed to review the employment agreement and performance of the City Manager. The attached amendment to the employment agreement reflects the changes agreed to as a result of the negotiations. 2h TENTH AMENDMENT TO CITY MANAGER EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT This Tenth Amendment to City Manager Employment Agreement ("Amendment") is entered into as of the 1st day of January, 2006 by and between the City of Hermosa Beach, California, a municipal corporation ("City"), and Stephen R. Burrell ("Manager"). RECITALS A. Manager is employed by City as its City Manager pursuant to a City Manager Employment Agreement ("Agreement") dated October 26, 1993, as revised on January 1, 1995 and as amended by a First Amendment to City Manager Employment Agreement dated January 1, 1996, a Second Amendment to. City Manager Employment Agreement dated January 1, 1997, a Third Amendment to City Manager Employment Agreement dated January 1, 1998, a Fourth Amendment to City Manager Employment Agreement dated January 1, 1999, a Fifth Amendment to City Manager Employment Agreement dated January 1, 2000, a Sixth Amendment to City Manager Employment Agreement dated January 1, 2001, a Seventh Amendment to City Manager Employment Agreement dated January 1, 2002, an Eighth Amendment to City Manager Employment Agreement dated January 1, 2004, and a Ninth Amendment. to City Manager Employment Agreement dated January 1, 2005. B. The parties have engaged in good faith negotiations relative to modification of the Agreement with the mutual intent to make any such modification retroactive to January 1, 2006. C. The parties now wish to amend the Agreement to modify certain portions of the Agreement to reflect the results of Manager's performance evaluation. NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing and the mutual covenants herein contained, the parties agree as follows: 1. Section Two (a) of the Agreement is amended to read as follows: "The period January 1, 2006 through December 31, 2006, City agrees to pay Manager for his services rendered pursuant hereto an annual salary of One Hundred' Eighty Thousand Dollars and No Cents ($180,000.00), payable in equal installments at the same time as other employees of City are paid. The period January 1, 2007 through December 31, 2007, City agrees to pay Manager for his services rendered pursuant here to an annual salary of One Hundred Ninety Thousand Dollars and No Cents ($190,000.00), payable in equal installments at the same time as other employees of City are paid. 0 The period January 1, 2008 through December 31, 2008, City agrees to pay Manager for his services rendered pursuant here to an annual salary of Two Hundred Thousand Dollars and No Cents ($200,000.00), payable in equal installments at the same time as other employees of City are paid." 2. Section Three (a) of the Agreement is amended to read as follows: "a. Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent, limit or otherwise interfere with the right of the City Council to terminate, by a majority vote of the City Council (three affirmative votes), the services of Employee without cause, at any time, subject only to the City providing written notice to Employee, and complying with the provisions of this paragraph. Notice of termination shall not be given during or within a period of ninety (90) days succeeding any general municipal election held in the City at which members of the City Council are elected. In the event Employee is terminated by the City Council at any time that Employee is still willing and able to perform the duties of City Manager, and the termination is without cause as "cause" is defined below, then, subject to the limitations set forth in Government Code Section 53260, the City shall pay Employee a lump sum cash payment equal to six (6) month's base salary (excluding the monetary value of all benefits) at that time. The word "termination" in this paragraph shall include a reduction in salary (other than an across-the-board reduction applicable to all senior level employees) or other financial benefits of Employee or Employee's resignation, if preceded by a formal request by a majority of the membership of the City Council that he resign. It is understood and agreed by the parties hereto that Employee is employed at will, and that upon the City's full payment of severance benefits to Employee, any right of Employee to continued employment with City is terminated and Employee releases and discharges City and its officers, agents and employees from any claim, demand, or cause of action or damages for wrongful termination. This does not otherwise affect, waive, nor release any other rights Employee may have under this Agreement, or applicable law. Notwithstanding the foregoing, in the event Employee is convicted of a felony or for a crime involving moral turpitude, then City may terminate this Agreement immediately and Employee shall be entitled to only the compensation accrued up to the date of tennination. For the purpose of resolving any dispute whether the severance payment has been properly denied, City shall have the burden of establishing by a preponderance of the evidence that Manager was convicted of a felony or a crime involving moral turpitude. Nothing in this Agreement shall prevent, limit or otherwise interfere with the right of Employee to resign from his position with City, subject only to Employee providing thirty (30) days prior written notice to the City. In all other respects, the Agreement, as amended, is hereby reaffirmed and in full force and effect. IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have caused this Tenth Amendment to Employment Agreement to be executed as of the date first written above. CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH By: MAYOR ATTEST: City Clerk STEPHEN R. BURRELL Approved as to Form: City Attorney • PARKS, RECREATION AND COMMUNITY RESOURCES ADVISORY COMMISSION MINUTES OF THE DECEMBER 5, 2006 MEETING The meeting was called to order by Commissioner Francis at 7:00 p.m. Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call: Present: Commissioners Francis, Bell, Cannella, Hollander, Sigler Also Present: Lisa Lynn, Dante Pagulayan, Akisha Davis, Donna Hunter Approval of November 8, 2006 Minutes Motion: "To approve as submitted." All Ayes Public Comment None Correspondence None Matters for Commission Consideration A. Friends of the Parks picnic table request • Commissioner Francis: Recommendation to approve request for installation of a picnic table at Kay Etow Park. Friends of the Parks is offering to pay for the table to replace existing bench. Public Works will install. Questions/Discussion from Commission Laura Raymond, President, Friends of the Parks: Friends of the Parks would like to purchase a 42 inch round table with attached seating to replace the bench at Kay Etow Park. It would be installed in about six weeks. The table and seating meet the City standard. FOP will work with Public Works to install the table. Kay Etow is in a densely populated neighborhood and the addition of the table will create more enjoyment of the park. A site visit was made to the park with Public Works and the landscape contractor. FOP would like to: 1. Trim or remove a number of the smaller trees to allow the existing trees to grow bigger 2. Trim the bushes on the north side that are screening the park to open it up and create a more gracious entrance 3. Add a concrete path on the northwest corner to connect to the southwest path to provide better access. If the Commission supports these recommendations, we are prepared to go to our Board of Directors to supplement the costs. Hollander: These are great ideas and the community should support it. It is wonderful that you are going to make the improvements to the park. 2i P&R 92/05/06 Minutes Raymond: We have received a donation from the Garden Club and we have a lot of support. This is a great opportunity to bring Kay Etow Park up to speed. There is a member from the Rotary Club here to talk about what they would like to see also. Barbara Clark, Hermosa Beach Rotary: We are hoping to put a Japanese Maple tree on the southwest side of the park and dedicate it to Aza, the husband of Kay Etow that the park is named for. It would be our contribution. Hollander: How large do those trees grow? Clark: The variety we are considering is not too big. There is a big area available to add shade. Cannella: I think it is a great idea. Kay Etow contributed a lot to the City in her time. She was very involved which is why they dedicated the park to her. Francis: We did a park site walk through as a Commission. What about the signage that is being replaced? Lynn: The signage has been replaced already. The tree program is already approved. The motion required is to replace the bench with the picnic table. Francis: Call for a Motion Hollander: I motion for the bench to be replaced. Cannella: Second it. All Ayes B. 2007 Special Event applications. • Commissioner Francis: Commissioners have the booklets in front of them that the staff put together. People here who wish to speak to each event should come forward when the event is announced. • Lynn: Each event listed is a repeat event for the City. Some are already approved. The AVP is a 3 year contract, St. Patrick's Day is a 2 year agreement and the Hermosa Beach 5K Walk/Run was approved earlier in the year. Those three have already been approved. Directing you to the Staff Report at the beginning of the packet, page 1, are the events that are up for approval. Two commercial and 5 non profits. Everything else on the calendar is either approved in house or has been approved at a separate time. Pro Am Beach Volleyball Francis: The Pro Am Beach Volleyball has already been approved? Lynn: No. The letter on the Dias is written by Ross Balling, EVP Tour Commissioner, who could not be here to talk about this event. He wrote this letter to the Commission to convey his appreciation for consideration. This is a repeat event for the City, the 7th year and is a one day volleyball Pro Am event. Sigler: I go almost every year and Ross runs a great event. As far as I know he has stuck with all the prerequisites. He takes down one or two poles. With our approval, we should mention that the poles need to be replaced in the same exact spot. Lynn: We can amend his contract to indicate that. 2 P&R 12/05/06 Minutes Sigler: OK. Otherwise it is a great event. I have no concerns. Hollander: He has done a good job in terms of all requests. Francis: Call for a MOTION Hollander: Motion Bell: 2nd Ail Ayes Hermosa Beach Triathlon Francis: Is there someone here for the Triathlon? Matt Peterson: Race Director. From our end everything went well this year. The City asked us to make changes to the bike course which we did. We haven't had any major complaints. We think it is a success. We would like to look into the possibility of expanding to multi-year. Lynn: In the future. It is not possible this evening for 2007 but it is in 2008 if both parties are interested. Hollander: How is the entry and exit bottleneck at the Pier? Was that any better this year? Peterson: There were not any accidents this year. We also had police at that intersection and had volunteers specifically designated for that spot. We opened it up a little bit more. The only confusion in that area was the roadwork upa little bit further and they had put in some new parking spots. We worked with the City and designated one lane for traffic and one lane for bikes. Sigler: It is a pretty popular event. I think you sell out ahead of time. Is it something you would like to do twice a year? Peterson: We would be open to it. It is something we would talk to the City about. We end up taking over two volleyball courts when setting up the event. We would have to be sure that the impact wouldn't be too much. Francis: My question would be to the staff. Were there significant improvements this year? Lynn: Absolutely. The biggest improvement is in keeping Hermosa Avenue open. When we used to close Hermosa Avenue, it was a huge impact. We used to receive a lot of complaints but now that we have alleviated that there is a lot Tess reaction. One complaint has been the need for proper notification and MESP is doing a direct mailer to everyone in Hermosa outlining an escape route for that day. It is a Sunday morning, cars were towed and some streets are closed off. Folks like to know how to get around it. That is an important part of this approval process, that they continue with resident notification. Francis: Anytime a car gets towed the owner is upset whether it justified or not. Lynn: We have alleviated car towing so that is a big step in the right direction. Francis: Any other questions? 3 P&R 12/05/06 Minutes i • Clark: Would like to give some positive feedback. We live on the east side of Pacific Coast Highway and my husband's shop is on the west side. In years past it has been a problem for him to get to work and this year was not. This year he didn't even know the event was going on. He was able to cross the street and get to work. Whatever was done, it worked. Also, we did get the notice in the mail. Sigler: Has anything changed in the fees or is that pretty much the same as last year? Lynn: Fees have not changed. Nether of the commercial groups is asking for any fee waiver. One of the criteria that has changed from the City is that any group that is coordinating a special event in the City that requires a roadblock or street closure, we are now mandating that a Certified Engineer Traffic Control Pian be supplied or we won't review the events. We now have those and it helps us. That is a new criteria. Francis: CaII for a MOTION Hollander: 1 make a motion for approval. Sigler: l second it. All Ayes Francis: Next we are going to move on to Non-profit events. The Great Autos of Yesteryear David Freedman: This is our 8th year doing the show and it is going to be the same as the last seven years. Classic cars, no advertising, no marketing, just a fun day at the beach. To honor the City of Hermosa Beach's Centennial, we will have a car from every decade from the 1900's and on up lining the plaza. Each car will have a placard indicating the year and make of the car. It might be hard finding a classic from the 80's or 90's but if anyone has an Alante or Town & Country they would be welcome. It is always the first Saturday in May, May 5th, 2007. Hollander: It is a great show. It brings a lot to the community. Freedman: It is a great show and is an easy show to do. This year I am going to show up with a 2000 SSR, Chevy retractable hardtop. Cannella: It was great last year. There was a 1967 Malibu that reminded me of a best friend's car in High School. Lynn: There is a request for fee waivers for all the Non-profit events. What all the groups are requesting is that the permit fee be waived only and not the direct costs. The permit fee is based on participation. It is $1.20 per participant so this event if would be $540 requested fee waiver. Freedman: We have some sponsorship that covers the cost of the show. Francis: I noticed one thing in the application. There is no checkmark on insurance. Lynn ; If you look on the information grid, the insurance requirement is for 2 million general liability. The checkmark should be there. Francis: Call for a MOTION Hollander: I make a motion to approve with fee waiver of the permits. 4 P&R 12/05/06 Minutes I:( Sigler: I'll second. All Ayes AAtJ Youth Volleyball Gino Grajeda: National Tour Director. The event is a different format this year. To consolidate our operations, the girls will start a day earlier and the middle day will be the ending of the girl tournament and the boys will start after that. The last day will be the boys finals. This is our 14th year, 12 in Hermosa Beach and our 50th year of AU sanction. We are glad to be part of the Centennial and we talked to Lisa about doing an exhibition for the celebration. We are happy to be in Hermosa Beach. In our event calendar it is one of the most significant. Hollander: Are you extending the time you will be using? Grajeda: No. It is the same time. Our calendar is very full. Hollander: Are the girls and boys equal numbers? Grajeda: Girls are larger. It is about 60-40. 200 teams, 120 girl's teams and 80 boys teams. We have a lot of local participants but they also came from Hawaii, Florida, and Puerto Rico. Everyone that won, except for one division was from California, the South Bay. Francis: Any questions? Cannella: I saw no problems. I love the event. I love youth sports and the South Bay is a great place for Volleyball. Mira. Costa are the National champions for the girls. Another good event. Lynn: There are no problems at this event. It is an exciting event to see; the talented youth on our beach. Sigler: It is low impact too. I think They put up a tent at the beginning. Grajeda: Yes, we set up and tear down the same day. We leave the beach better than we found it. Francis: Call for a MOTION Sigler: I coach club girls and I think it is a great event. I make in motion to approve and include the fee waiver. Bell: I'll second. Francis: All those in favor? All Ayes Southern California Foundation Beach 'Volleyball Tournament Bill Sigler, Executive Director: I have been involved with the Southern California Foundation for Children for about six years now. Every year we do two fundraising events, the volleyball tournament and our biggest fundraiser, the Christmas party coming up this Friday at Sangria's. We have a lot of volunteers helping out and a lot of people from the beach cities get involved. The two events raise money and at Christmas time we go out and buy presents from Mattel,. P&R 12/05/06 Minutes • Kmart, Target, who gives us discounts and we get sponsorships. From the Christmas party and the tournament we usually raise about $15,000 a year and we spend all of it on gifts and necessities for kids in orphanages, South Central LA, South Bay, Hawthorne, Gardena and places like that. Richstone is one of the places we donate to. There are about eight to ten organizations we donate to. We adopt a few families foo that can't afford to give presents to their kids. This event is fun, low impact, we put up about four tents. None of that is going to change. The majority of people playing are all South Bay residents. The people who are displaced on that Saturday are usually the people who are playing anyway. Cannella: l was out there last year and I think it is a great cause. Lynn: Also, your group purchases and delivers the gifts. Sigler: We do. If anyone is interested, the party is this weekend at Sangria's. There is a casino with play money and afterward the volunteers buy the presents. Francis: Call for a MOTION Cannella: I make a motion that we approve the request and waive the fees. Bell: Second All Ayes. Movie in the Park Laura Raymond: Friends of the Park. We are asking for approval to host Movie in the Park the last Saturday in August at Valley Park. The last two years we have had about 500 people attending. It starts at about. 5:30 at night. We have activities for kids to participate in, food and beverages. We get a lot of support from the. Community. There is a big cross-section of the community as well as participants who enjoy the event. We have a raffle and as soon as it gets dark, we show the movie. It is all over about 10:00 p.m. We have not chosen the movie for this year but are looking at "Cars", a Disney film, or "Flushed Away" from DreamWorks. We are looking for approval for that event. . Hollander: I have been there every year and have had a great time. People love it. They really enjoy it. Everyone has a lot of fun. Neighbors come together. Raymond: One of the major issues has been stroller parking but we have worked that out this year by encouraging people to park their strollers along the side. I can't say enough about the support we get from the Commission, the Recreation staff, and community. We are also looking for Title Sponsorship which costs $3,000 and that covers the hard costs. We put the Title Sponsor on all print materials. We provide a space at the event and they can show a commercial and announce on the PA if they are interested. Francis: I agree that thisis the type of event that helps our community grow and makes it stronger because it is a family event. Francis: Call for a MOTION Hollander: I make a motion to approve the event and waive the permit. Bell: Seconded All Ayes. P&R 12/05/06 Minutes Volcom Sea SIuq Youth Surf Contest Christopher Lyman, Event Director: I do contests all over California, Hawaii, and I have been here 7 years in Hermosa. It is an easy set up. Three Easy -Up tents, everybody comes in and signs up in the morning. It is a great surf contest, one day, and is for whoever shows up. It is a South Bay cornmunity free contest. Sigler: How old are the kids who surf in the contest? Lyman: Anyone from 12 years up. These kids are trying to get sponsorships. Most of them are little kids, the youngest about 12. A lot of 18 year olds. Everything is free. No entry fees. Just come out and have fun. We feed them, play games, surf. The only money we give away is $500 for 18 and 19 year old Pro Am and Professional Amateurs. Hollander: I think it is a great event. On the application you have a request for fee waivers on staff and parking. We have had a policy across the board to waive fees only for permits. Would it be possible for you to get sponsorship for those fees? Lyman: Yes, usually we use street parking. Lynn: If you don't need parking then the only fees would be staff fees on the event site. Lyman: OK Cannella: That event is coming up this Saturday. Lyman: Yes. It starts at 7:00 a.m. and goes until dusk at the south side of the Pier. Francis: Call for a MOTION Hollander: 1 motion to approve the event with permit fees only waived. Sigler: I second it. All Ayes. Francis: Next is the Pier Plaza Promotions, the Little League Annual Fundraiser. Lynn: These do not require Commission approval. They are noted for information only in your packet. They are approved at the department level. Staff Reports(s): Lisa Lynn gave the following report: October 2006 Activity Report: Revenue figures are on par with previous year. Year-to-date figures show we are approximately $25,000 ahead in revenue generation for this point in the year. Special Events coming up: December 7: Tree Lighting 6:00-8:00. The tree will be lit at 7:00 p.m. if is a free, fun event for all. We will be offering free cookie decorating table, crafts for the family, P&R 12/05/06 Minutes • 1 \` and Santa Claus arrives via Fire Engine at 7:00. We will also be selling Centennial merchandise. Centennial sweatshirts, flags, totes, T-shirts, blankets, hats. Everybody come on out. December 9: Sand Snowman Contest. Free event open to the public. Bring your family, friends and neighbors. Judging begins at 10:45 on the south side of the Pier. You will see' a pop-up. Come and register, have donuts and coffee. Create your masterpiece. We will give out prizes for Hermosa Beach Favorite, Hermosa Beach Best Dressed, and Most Traditional. Those will be judged by our Commissioners. Rain or shine. December 16: Breakfast with Santa is sold out. You must have pre -registered to attend. Breakfast is at 9:30. Registration and check in begins at 8:45 a.m. We will have fun, crafts, Santa Claus and a train. This is your opportunity to take photos with Santa. It is only open to the first 150 who register. It is a very popular event. December 31: For those who would like to ring in the New Year, Big Band 2000 will be performing on Pier Plaza beginning at 8:00 all the way to the countdown at midnight. Come down and see us at Pier Plaza Sunday night. Francis: Thank you very much. This is an exciting time of the year and you do a great job on these events. All the Commissioners hold the Sand Snowman near and dear. Anyone who has attended the New Year Celebration at Hermosa Beach makes an effort to come back again because it is such a fun time. You're outdoors, so it is kind of neat being next to the biggest ocean in the world. Commissioner's Reports: 1. Centennial Celebration - Commissioner Hollander: The kick-off is January 14. The final Hands over Hermosa is Saturday, January 13. Come over to Ardmore and Pier and get your handprints on the wall from 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. This will be your last chance to have your handprints on the wall. It is a wonderful event. The kickoff will be the open house for the Hermosa Beach Historical Society. There will be all of the events downtown, fireworks, a band, Centennial cookies, all kinds of events. The kickoff begins at 6:00 p.m. There will be live music, Dean Torrance of Jann and Dean and the Stonebridge Band from 6-8 on the plaza. Fireworks will begin at 8:30 off the end of the pier and they will be orchestrated to music. It is a 15 min fireworks display. 2. Historical Society / Museum Commissioner Canella: The grand opening coincides with the Centennial Celebration. The museum is going to open on January 14 with opening ceremony at 2:30 on the West side of the Community Center. They have booked the Mira Costa nine piece chamber orchestra. You can still become a member. Phone 310- 738-1216 to become a member. There is a lot of work going on. If anyone would like to come and help out you are welcome. Rick Koenig, the President, is there every day. He is working incredibly hard to get this done. 3. Friends of the Parks - Commissioner Hollander: Friends of the Parks is working very diligently on a couple of parks. We heard this evening from the President, Laura Raymond, regarding Kay Etow Park. They are also in the process of completing new seating, benches, at Edith Rodaway. It will probably be done before the end of February. They are working hard to make these improvements. 4. Hermosa Arts Foundation - Commissioner Bell: Officially it is quiet. The whole city is an arts foundation at the moment with the Christmas events and Historical Society. We had a great time out on the plaza at the Jazz Memorial. The Navy Band Commodores were 8 P&R 12/05/06 Minutes wonderful and Akisha Davis helped so much with this event. We installed four new plaques and it is an official jazz stroll now. Ozzie Cadena could not be there due to health issues, but his wife Gloria was there. Thanks again to the staff that helped make it a great event. 5. Jazz Memorial -Commissioner Francis: The jazz plaques on the plaza I support wholeheartedly. It makes our City a little better place to live and helps to recognize the rich heritage that we have in this small community by the sea. Items Requested by Commissioners None Other Matters: Hollander: I wanted to mention the Commission has put together a new program supporting Parks and Recreation Division and it is called Hermosa Beach 90254. It is going to be shown on cable television. We are going to be filming this week at the Sand Snowman Contest and Tree Lighting. It is a fabulous show with a group of professional people putting this on. It needs funding and we are looking for sponsorship so if anyone is interested in being a part of this and seeing their name in lights and, on TV. Please call 310-318-2471 and we will send out a sponsorship package. Sponsorship is $3,000 for Platinum, $2,500 for Gold, down to $1,000. We will have different kinds of visibility and special dedications by the host. Francis: Looking forward to seeing the program. Cannella: Is it possible to get a schedule posted of when the gym will be open during the holidays? It will be closed basically Mondays and Tuesdays for the holidays? Lynn: Not necessarily. Yes, it is closed Christmas Day. Youth basketball comes in on December 26. There is no open gym time. Our gym does not go unscheduled. Public Comment None MOTION: Francis MOTION to adjourn at 8:10 p.m. Sigler: Second Ail Ayes P&R 12/05/06 Minutes Thursday, January 18, 2007 Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council 03/07 Regular meeting of January 23, 2007 ADDENDUM TO THE PROPOSAL TO CONDUCT A STAFFING AND DEPLOYMENT STUDY FOR THE FIRE DEPARTMENT RECOMMENDATION Staff recommends that Council: 1. Approve an addendum to the proposal of Matrix Consulting Group to conduct a staffing and deployment study for the fire department of four (4) questions provided by the Hemiosa Beach Firefighters' Association. BACKGROUND At its regular meeting on January .9, 2007, Council approved the Proposal To Conduct A Staffing And Deployment Study For The Fire Department by Matrix Consulting Group. Council also directed staff to include input from the Firefighters' Association .in the form of additional questions to be included in the scope of the project to address their concerns. The following are the four (4) questions to be included: 1. Should the city consider adding additional full-time paid personnel to Engine .12 to provide for safer fire -ground operations and enhance the department's overall ability to serve the city and its residents? Would this improvement sufficiently address the department's ability to manage multiple incidents and maintain a safer span of control? 2. Does the current department organizational make-up meet local industry standards for fire prevention and related responsibilities? 3. Would reorganization of the Reserve Firefighter Program into an Ambulance Operator (NO) Program, with the focus of BLS transport, better serve the department and the city's ability to generate transport revenue? 4. Has the reorganized transport service and additional transport fees generated enough revenue to fund all or most of the costs of enhancing services through additional staffing? 2j Travis Miller, Vice President, of the Matrix Consulting Group has reviewed these additional questions and has advised that they can address them in the project and that there would be no increase in the cost of the project to include them. FISCAL IMPACT The cost for the Matrix Consulting Group to deliver the project remains at $27,000. There is no extra cost for these additional questions. Respectfully submitted, v�4 s Russell Tingley y\ 1 Fire Chief Concur: Noted for Fiscal Impact: Viki Cope and Finance Director Honorable Mayor and Members of The Hermosa Beach City Council •nuary 17, 2007 Regular Meeting of January 23, 2007 POLICE DEPARTMENT HVAC UPGRADE PROJECT —ACCEPTANCE 3)0 7 Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: 1. Accept the work by Rusher Air for the Police Department HVAC Upgrade Project; 2. Authorize the Mayor to sign the Notice of Completion; and 3. Authorize Staff to release payment to Rusher Air, Inc. (10% retained; 35 days following filing of Notice of Completion). Backuround: On April 20, 2006, City Council approved the award of the construction contract for the Police Department HVAC Upgrade Project to Rusher Air, Inc. The work consisted of repair and replacement of the existing HVAC system. Analysis: The project was constructed according to the plans, specifications and change orders. All punch list items have all been completed. Staff recommends acceptance of the work as complete. Fiscal Impact: The project was completed within budget. Attachment: Notice of Completion Respectfully submitted, Ken Reamey, P.E. Associate Engineer Noted for Fiscal Impact: Viki Copeland Finance Director Concur: Richard S}. Morgan, P . Director of Public Works/City Engineer Concur: Step City nager 2k F:\B95\PW FILES\CCITEMS105-645Acceptance0lI707.doc 1 1 • umia movvxerwaris.•miarA.tm vme�osweim!vio rzawAnvimimi /mi �.n imm-i�mwia/mmia.•.r/i/orm /A,,. 6 �/ RECORDING REQUESTED BY 1 8 AND WHEN RECORDED MAIL TO u v P o City of Hermosa Beach r Office of the. City Clerk n 1315 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 g Zar. ":07,./m/P/P.'i/ .%A /04.0/00/m/0,17 MVO, 79X99 .:T• W.W.II VA SPACEABOVE THIS LINE FOR RECORDER'S US NOTICE OF COMPLETION Notice pursuant to Civil Code Section 3093, must be filed within 10 days after completion (See reverse side for Complete requirements.) Notice is hereby given that 1. The undersigned is owner or corporate officer of the owner of the interest or estate stated below in the property hereinafter described: 2. The full name of the owner is City of Hermosa Beach 3. The full address of the owner is 1315 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 4. The nature of the interest or estate of the owner is; In fee. N/A (If other than fee, strike 'In fee' and insert, for example 'purchaser under contract of purchase,' or'lessee') 5. The full names and full addresses of all persons, if any, who hold title with the undersigned as joint tenants or as tenants in common are: NAMES ADDRESSES City of Hermosa Beach A Municipal Corporation 1315 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 6. 'A work of improvement on the property hereinafter described, was completed on December 04, 2006 The work done was: Hermosa Beach Police Department HVAC Upgrade, and related work. 7. The name of the contractor, if any, for such work of improvement was Rusher Air, Inc., 19626 S. Normandie Ave., Torrance, CA 90502 April 27, 2006 (If no contractor for work of improvement as a whole, insert'none'.) (Date of Contract) 8. The property on which said work of improvement was completed is in the city of Hermosa Beach County of Los Angeles, State of California, and is described as follows: Hermosa Beach Police Department 9. The street address of said property is 1315 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 Dated: January 23, 2007 Verification for Individual Owner • ( if no street address has been officially assigned, insert "none".) Mayor VERIFICATION I, the undersigned, say: I am the Mayor of the City of Hermosa Beach the declarant of the foregoing notice of completion; I have read said notice of completion and know the contents thereof; the same is true of my own knowledge. I declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing is true and correct Executed on January 23rd 2007 at Hermosa Beach, California (Date of signature.) Mayor of Hermosa Beach • PUBLIC WORKS COMMISODN WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2006 CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS • 1315 VALLEY DRIVE 7:00 P.M. MINUTES The meeting was called to order at 7:08 p.m_ 1. Roll Call Present: Public Works Commissioners Beste, Brittain, DiVirgilio, Marinelli, Winnek Also Richard Morgan, Director of Public Works/City Engineer Present: Michael Flaherty, Public Works Superintendent Rhea Punneq, Administrative Assistant, Public Works Department 2. • Flag Salute Chairman Winnek led the flag salute. 3. Approval of Minutes: The minutes of the meeting of •September 20, 2006 were approved as amended by Commissioner Winnek. 4. Public Comment Roger Bacon Said at 9/19/06 of Planning Commission Mr. Morgan said Queen Palms would, be planted in a couple of weel and Mr. Bacon hoped they would be planted soon; could commission consider adding electrical access near tree so property owners could have beautiful lights on Aviation Boulevard like Palm Springs and downtown; would b happy to pay for some of that. Jim Lissner, Hermosa Beach Said lights are nice but don't forget' basics like shortage of restrooms like downtown; Prop C money rule apparently liberal; suggested use funding to put restrooms near bus stop's; do experiment with portable units E was done with Pier Avenue. Patty Eqerer, Hermosa Beach •• Said much discussion about traffic on 16th Street when signalization at PCH came together; said Winnebac legally parked on street on north side but narrows street creating hazardous condition squeezing street; said AN have to block eastbound traffic on ieh Street for safe turning onto PCH; said traffic count methodology discuss( at last Council meeting was not accurate; said on Ardmore at 16 is terrible flooding — said no effective way. shedding water into storm drain. Howard Longacre. Hermosa Beach Brought 10/16/06 article from Daily Breeze discussing the new El Segundo shopping center at Rosecrans ar PCH; spoke about 1.9 million sq ft corporate campus also being complete; said El Segundo is becoming a maj problem to all of the South Bay; said Hermosa has to see where traffic problems coming from and do somethir about it; thanked Mr. Flaherty for fixing lights the next day after he'd mentioned they were out at the la commission meeting. 21 w • Commissioner Beste Advised that he'd heard that Caltrans was looking at removing parking on PCH in Hermosa, Redondo, an Manhattan; asked Mr. Morgan if he could check into this; advised he heard it at City Managers' meeting. 5. Correspondence None B. Items for Commission Consideration a. _ Redesign of PCH/Aviation Boulevard Intersection Mr. Morgan presented the item, noting that was put together quickly in response to an MTA Call for Project for regionally significant projects; competitive process; said has been called to the intersection as ha Caltrans since seen as major bottleneck; wanted to put to commission before responding to Call for Project; used picture form to show what had in mind; said would work so could benefit adjacent property owners a well as adjacent commercial businesses; noted problems aware of which include the left tum fror southbound PCH to eastbound Aviation; pedestrian safety crossing northbound PCH to Aviation - very fa: traffic uses the parking lane as a fast lane when no parking is permitted — added .pedestrian crossing sign but still not made as safe as would like; noted leiter from Mr. Talbot regarding losing parking and sal appreciated concerns for safety; wants solution that works for everyone; all would have to' be analyzed would go for design study and design, not for project; there are so many options but wouldn't want to los parks but could many be cut corner with a sensitive realignment and could require vote of residents. Discussion among commissioners included: ■ Number of accidents at this location has been a long standing concern ■ Realignment of intersection could be appropriate time to ask for addition beautification funding x No electrical or trenching included in Aviation Street Tree Project but could always be added ■ Will be re -striping and slurrying Aviation and Prospect shortly ■ Aviation Boulevard is a major arterial out of Hermosa Beach ■ Good to improve capacity on major streets so don't increase traffic on smaller streets Previous study indicated that traffic on Prospect was servicing the neighborhood Public commentary at this time included: Roder Bacon . Noted Caltrans did not sanction banners along PCH; topic of relinquishment was discussed along wit necessary changes — could be premature to make changes now; heirs -at -large own Greenwood Park an there is deed restriction and can't take part of park; said he hasn't seen many accidents at this Iooatioi said would like to see radar enforced tickets on PCH; wants to see access to his shopping center viable reminded all that Caltrans is still considering giving up this highway. Howard Longacre, Hermosa Beach Using same handout borrowed by Mr. Bacon, noted over -development of El Segundo how should l; advised to add parks; pointed out history of traffic in the South Bay; said he has followed cars c .Prospect and they went straight through — traffic counts contain flawed data; Redondo Beach gav Caltrans nothing; said problem is coming from El Segundo; said changing the lanes is all about movin traffic between El Segundo and Palos Verdes; said getting traffic from all directions traveling south o Prospect; ended with please don't tinker with intersection then added that need lower light for vehic1 turning north onto PCH from Aviation because it is difficult to see when is green. Jim Lissner, Hermosa Beach Said if the project is done, hoped that they do a license plate survey or destination survey to see who actually turning onto Aviation and going through; said that it's difficult to stay in lane with Targe trailer an PW Commission 10116106 hopes this is fixed if project done; doesn't understand why No Right Turn on Red put in -- could make e certain times of day; said if in large vehicle, can't make tum safely without•using second lane; said mostl hopes project won't be done. Greg Eberheart, Hermosa Beach Said lives one house off Prospect on 8'h Street; was involved with lot mergers that are still ongoing; sali primary issue was about adding one house and how would increase traffic; said Hermosa Hills is unique with lots of families, kids, grade changes and many stop signs; has problem turning left out of 8th St. ant Prospect; agreed intersection is a problem but said residents are hot the people driving through 01 Prospect; asked that they think carefully about increasing traffic on Prospect. Patty Ecterer, Hermosa Beach Said is deeply concerned about how Aviation from Prospect east will be developed on the north side c Aviation because she lives one block from Prospect; said have already experienced. an increase in traffi since signal installed at PCH; said is robbing them in livability quality in their neighborhood; asked the they consider what would take puce should changes be made to Aviation. Further discussion among the commissioners highlighted the following: ▪ It was noted that this is only a design phase, irnpact to traffic should be looked at before anythin{ done ■ Density of population and density of traffic no different in Hermosa than in other areas • Going for beautification,aspects should be presented ▪ If nothing done for widening PCH, traffic on Prospect will increase because traffic always take the path of least resistance Based on safety concerns, would be difficult to change thoroughfare - taking parking off PCI would change the dynamic of the City ▪ If applying for money to look for options, will be impacted by outside forces because didn't look what could happen ■ Would gain ability to have commercial - banners across PCH; Caltrans looking for ways t relinquish maintenance responsibilities ■ City is in process of relinquishment, working with Torrance and Redondo ■ Council will have to make final decision regarding taking over PCH -- wouldn't be part of grar review ■ Request has been made to Caltrans regarding adding signal at island where northbound PCI turns right onto eastbound Aviation which would allow for a pedestrian crossing cycle and will b pursued independently from the Call for Projects ■ If get into study, will look at every option - At this time Mr. Morgan advised that at this juncture, he has the sense that this` is not the time to g `forward with pursuing the grant. He then thanked the commissioners for their input. Commissioners' Reports Ms. Brittain noted that the commission was represented at the Extreme Makeover. Show that took place i Redondo Beach. 8. Public Works Department Reports Mr. Morgan advised that Council determined they would support the Commission's recommendation to return PIE Avenue to four lanes with necessary upgrades and repairs when do build outs; then announced 24 new wateries urinals had been installed throughout the city at no cost and that a total of 35 will be installed, saving 50,00 gallons annually; noted that there is lots 'of street repair happening plus the Aviation Street Tree Project and slum of Aviation and Prospect. He noted that the clock barrier was overruled and asked that clock be moved closer t center of the Plaza. PWCommission 3 10/18/06 9. Items Requested by Commissioners None 10. Other Matters Mr. Morgan advised that there was no agenda planned for the November meeting and the interviews for the- nev commissioners aren't until the 28th of November. Commissioner DiVirgilio suggested discussion of the 16th st issue; Mr. Morgan advised there was direction from Council to do another traffic study on 16th and that needs tr be completed before bringing back to Commission.. Mr. DiVirgilio suggested that the December meeting bE utilized for establishing format for the workshop. At this time the chairmanship rotated to Commissioner DiVirgilio and Commissioner Marinelli became vice chairman. • Also at this time the staff and the members of the Commission expressed their appreciation and thanker Commissioner Beste for his service on the Public. Works Commission. 11. Public Comment Howard Longacre. Hermosa Beach Asked about the Aviation- Street Project and when would be initiated; mentioned Caltrans trying to take bacl parking lanes; said perhaps channelization for right tums into the Ralphs parking lot from Aviation eastbounu could be delineated with orange stick cones rather than concrete. Mr. Morgan advised :the tree project has started and will be completed soon. Jim Lissner, Hermosa Beach Asked about installing flashing pedestrian crosswalk —when? Mr. Morgan advised cannot use flashing pedestrian crosswalks at regulated intersections = only Cypress ani Loma would be eligible; said since Pier will be redone, they will definitely be included. 12. Adjournment Commissioner Winnek adjourned the meeting at 9:02 pm to the meeting of Wednesday, December 20, 2006. CERTIFICATION 1 hereby certify t t the foregoing minutes are a true and complete record of the action taken by the Public Work Commission of osa Beach at the regularly scheduled meeting of October 18, 2006. Michrgilio, Chairman /,/ o7 . Date rgan, P.E., .:-cretary PW Commission 4 10/18/06 AGENDA PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH CITY HALL COUNCIL CHAMBERS 1315 VALLEY DRIVE HERMOSA BEACH, CA 90254 January 16, 2007 7:00 P.M, Kent Allen Langley Kersenboom Sam Perrotti Ron Pizer Peter Hoffman 1. Pledge of Allegiance Roll Call ALL PRESENT. 3. Oral / Written Communications Chairman Anyone wishing to address the Commission regarding a matter not related to a public hearing on the agenda may do so at this time. Section I Consent Calendar Any Planning Commissioner or public wishing to pull an item from below may request to do so at this time. 4. Approval of December 6, 2007 minutes ACTION: APPROVED (5-0). 5. Resolution(s) for adoption a. Resolution P.C. 06-34 to deny a Conditional Use Permit amendment to allow televisions in the outdoor patio area, for an existing restaurant with on -sale general alcohol and live entertainment; at 22 Pier Avenue. ACTION: APPROVED (5-0). • Section II Public Hearing(s) 6. TEXT 06-3 -- Text Amendment regarding Lot Mergers to consider clarifications and/or modifications to the subdivision ordinance text (Chapter 16.20 Merger of Parcels) and definition of "block" in the Zoning Ordinance (Chapter 17) pertaining to the requirement to merge adjacent parcels under common ownership that include substandard lot sizes or widths, when an existing building straddles the property line. The majority of parcels subject to this merger requirement have already been merged (in the years 1987 —1990), however, a limited number remain. The purpose of the amendment is to clarify the circumstances where a lot merger may be required; to expand noticing requirements; and to consider limiting the mergers to R-1 zoned properties. The general purpose of the lot merger ordinance is to prevent the future development of substandard sized parcels that are not consistent with existing parcels on the same block. Staff Recommended Action: To consider revisions to the lot merger ordinance, take testimony, and continue the hearing to the next meeting to ensure adequate public input on the matter. ACTION: CONTINUED TO FEBRUARY 20, 2007 MEETING AND FOLLOW FULL NOTICING PROCEDURE WHEN MERGING DEVELOPABLE LOTS (5-0). 7. CUP 01-1 --Modification or Revocation of the Conditional Use Permit for on -sale alcohol, live entertainment with two stages and additional bar and added seating, outside dining and outside waiting area in conjunction with a restaurant at 705 Pier Avenue, Club 705/Saffire (continued from November 21 and December 6, 2006 meetings). Staff Recommended Action: To direct staff as deemed appropriate. ACTION: APPROVED DRAFT RESOLUTION TO MODIFY THE CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT INCLUDING LIMITS ON HOURS OF OPERATION TO 12:00 MIDNIGHT AND TO PROHIBIT LIVE ENTERTAINMENT AND DANCING (5-0). 8. VAR 07-1 --Variance to side yard and parking setback requirements for an expansion to an existing substandard garage to accommodate a complying two -car garage as necessary for a second story addition at 1144 2nd Street. Staff Recommended Action: To direct staff as deemed appropriate. ACTION: DENIED, PENDING ADOPTION OF THE RESOLUTION AT THE NEXT MEETING (4-1; COMMISSIONER KERSENBOOM NO). 9. CUP 07-1 -- Conditional Use Permit to allow a massage therapy business at 1093 '/z Aviation Boulevard. Staff Recommended Action: To approve subject request. ACTION: DENIED, PENDING ADOPTION OF THE RESOLUTION AT THE NEXT MEETING, FOR LACK OF PARKING (5-0). Section III Hearing(s) 10. PDP 03-11 / PARK 03-4 -- Six month review of the modified Parking Plan regarding two hour free parking validation program at 1601 Pacific Coast Highway, Hermosa Pavilion. Staff Recommended Action: To table this review until the final phase of the Hermosa Pavilion (Stillwater Bistro and retail uses) have been occupied for six months. ACTION: APPROVED STAFF RECOMMENDATION (5-0). 11. C-36 -- Annual review and report on Conditional Use Permit compliance for Pier Plaza and downtown area businesses. Staff Recommended Action: To direct staff as deemed appropriate. ACTION: CONTINUED ISSUANCE OF CITATIONS BY THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT AND POLICE DEPARTMENTS FOR VIOLATIONS (5-0). 12. TEXT 06-5 -- Status report in regard to a Special Study to initiate a General Plan Text Amendment, General Plan Map Change, and Zone Change for Civic Center, City Yard, Community Services, and the Community Center properties. Staff Recommended Action: To receive subject status report. ACTION: CONTINUED TO FEBRUARY 20, 2007 MEETING (5-0). Section IV 13. Staff Items a. Draft sustainability guidelines for residential development. ACTION: DIRECT STAFF TO RETURN WITH MORE INFORMATION. b. Tentative future Planning Commission agenda. c. Community Development Department Activity Report of November, 2006. d. City Council minutes of November 14 and 28, 2006. RECEIVED AND FILED (5-0). 14. Commissioner Items 15. Adjournment January 16, 2007 HONORABLE MAYOR and MEMBERS of the Regular Meeting of HERMOSA BEACH CITY COUNCIL January 23, 2007 SUBJECT: FINAL MAP NO. 63523 (C.U.P. CON NO. 05-23, PDP NO. 05-25) LOCATION: 1212 CYPRESS AVENUE APPLICANT(S): SAM BURRESCIA 2350 W. SEPULVEDA BLVD. #P TORRANCE, CA 90501 REQUEST: TO ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING FINAL MAP FOR A TWO - UNIT CONDOMINIUM PROJECT Recommendation Staff recommends approval of Final Parcel Map No. 63523 which is consistent with the approved Vesting Tentative Parcel Map, and recommends the City Clerk be directed to endorse the certificate for said map. Background The Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit for a Two unit condominium project and Vesting Tentative Parcel Map No.63523 at their September 20, 2005 meeting. The project is currently under construction. Process Once a map has been tentatively approved by the Planning Commission, copies of the tentatively approved map must be submitted to the L.A. County Engineer, who is contracted by the City, to review the map for its technical correctness (pursuant to Section 66442(a)(4)of the Subdivision Map Act). An applicant has two years from the date of tentative map approval to submit for final map approval. Typically applicants have not submitted for final map approval until projects are near completion and ready to be sold. Final maps must be submitted to the City Council and must be approved by the City Council, "...if it conforms to all the requirements of [Subdivision Map Act] and any local subdivision 2n ordinance applicable at the time of approval or conditional approval of the tentative map and any rulings made thereunder...." pursuant to Section 66458(a) of the Subdivision Map Act. Analysis The staff has reviewed the Final Map and found it substantially consistent with the Vesting Tentative Parcel Map approved by the Planning Commission and in conformance with the State Subdivision Map Act. CONCUR: Sol Blumenf; ld, 1 irector Community 1 evelopment Depai tment Stephen ' 11 City Ma ager Resp fully submitted Ken Robertson Senior Planner y/f fini212cypress 2 3 6 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 RESOLUTION NO. 07- A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING FINAL PARCEL MAP NO. 63523, FOR THE SUBDIVISION OF A TWO -UNIT CONDOMINIUM, LOCATED AT 1212 CYPRESS AVENUE IN THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA WHEREAS, on September 20, 2005, the Planning Commission of the City of Hermosa Beach conducted a duly noticed public hearing to consider the application of Sam Burrescia (the "Applicant" hereinafter) for approval of Tentative Parcel. Map No. 63523 and, upon conclusion of said public hearing on September 20, 2005 the Planning Commission adopted its Resolution No. 05-59 approving Tentative Parcel Map No. 63523. WHEREAS, on January 9, 2007, the Applicant filed an application for approval of Final Parcel Map No. 63523 (the "Application" hereinafter), as described in the title of this Resolution. WHEREAS, pursuant to Municipal Code Section 16.08.040, the City Engineer has reviewed Final Parcel Map No. 63523 and determined that the map is technically correct, conforms to the approved Tentative Parcel Map and is in compliance with applicable provisions of Title 16 of the Municipal Code and of the Subdivision Map Act. WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites to the adoption of this Resolution have occurred. NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, CALIFORNIA, DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS: SECTION 1. The City Council hereby specifically finds that all of the facts set forth in this Resolution are true and correct. SECTION 2. Pursuant to Section 16.08.040 of the Hermosa Beach Municipal Code, the City Council finds the Final Parcel Map to be in substantial conformance with the Tentative Parcel Map, with Title 7, Division 2, Chapter 3 of the California Government Code and with the applicable provisions of Title 16 of the Municipal Code. Based on the foregoing finding, the Council hereby approves Final Parcel Map No. 63523 as presented. The Council further authorizes and directs the Mayor and the City Clerk to execute the Subdivision Agreement for 2 7 8 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 installation of public improvements required by Tentative Parcel Map No. 63523 and not yet completed as of the date hereof. SECTION 3. The City Clerk is hereby directed to: a. Certify to the adoption of this Resolution; and b. Transmit a certified copy of this Resolution to the Applicant. PASSED, APPROVED and ADOPTED this 23rd day of January, 2007. PRESIDENT of the City Council and MAYOR of the City of Hermosa Beach, California ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: City Clerk City Attorney f;b951cd\fin1212cypress rs. t� • Y -65/7 /A3/0 7 January 16, 2007 Honorable Mayor and Members Regular Meeting of of the Hermosa Beach City Council January 23, 2007 SUBJECT: 2007-2008 COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) PROGRAM PURPOSE: APPROVE THE 2007-08 CDBG ALLOCATION FOR RETROMi TING THE COMMUNITY CENTER FOR COMPLIANCE WITH THE AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT. COMPLIANCE WITH PUBLIC HEARING AND PUBLIC PARTICIPATION REQUIREMENTS OF TIIE CDBG PROGRAM. Recommendation: That the City Council adopt the resolution approving the allocation of Community Development Block Grant funds for retrofitting the Community Center to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and for program administration. Background: Early indications are that funding for the federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program for fiscal year 07-08 will be reduced slightly. Although new allocations have not yet been established by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), administrative deadlines require City adoption of the annual Planning Summary in the January before the start of the applicable fiscal year. Thus, an estimate of the new yearly allocation is required. Indications are that the City's FY 07-08 allocation will be approximately $96,397 (as opposed to the 06-07 allocation of $99,438). The present agenda item is to allocate funds to City CDBG projects and comply with applicable public hearing requirements. Analysis: Over the last ten years, the City has been utilizing CDBG funding for various Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) related projects throughout the City. Since 2003, the City has been involved in a multiphased program to comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act by eliminating architectural barriers at the Community Center and at street intersections in the City. The $96,397 for Fiscal Year 2007-2008 is proposed to be allocated as follows: An estimated $86,757, to be added to the CDBG funding from previous years for the ongoing multiphase Community Center ADA retrofit and the completion of handicapped ramps in the City. . * An estimated $9,640 for program administration (10% of the total allocation) The Community Center and handicapped ramps projects are eligible for funding under the National Objective Citations 570.201 (k) and 570.208 (a)2(ii). These objectives recognize that removal of architectural barriers benefits low and moderate -income persons, since a majority of disabled persons have low and moderate incomes who benefit by improved access to public facilities. Projects consistent with these objectives need not submit evidence that the expenditure of funds benefit low and moderate -income persons, but must submit evidence that funding was 5a • expended for removal of architectural barriers. Also, under HUD rules, up to ten percent of the total allocation is available for program administration. The Community Center ADA retrofit project consists of five phases: 1. The Community Center Theater; 2. Exterior improvements for accessible paths of travel to the community center buildings; 3. The community center main classroom building; 4. The cafeteria building; 5. The secondary classroom building. The Phase 1, 2 and 3 improvements have been completed. The theater and main classroom building have been retrofitted and the new exterior walkways have been constructed. Phase 4-5 plans and specifications have also been completed. In addition, a new fire alarm system with strobe lights for hearing impaired persons will be part of the next phase of the project. Sol Blumenfeld, Di ector Community De-elopment Department Attachments: 1. Resolution of Approval 2. Program Planning Summary Form Approved for Fiscal Impact Viki Copeland, Director Finance F:\B95\CD\CDBG\Annual Planning Summaries\Stair Reports \CC Staff Report for FY 07-08 - revised 1-16.doc 2 8 10 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 RESOLUTION 07- A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, APPROVING THE COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT BUDGET FOR FISCAL YEAR 2007-2008 The City Council of the City of Hermosa Beach does hereby resolve as follows: Section 1. City staff estimates that the City's CDBG allocation for the 2007-2008 fisca year will be approximately $96,397. Section 2. The City Council, pursuant to applicable law, held a duly noticed hearing o January 23, 2007 to consider the proposed CDBG allocation and budget, at which hearin testimony and evidence, both written and oral, was presented to and considered by the Council Section 3. Based on the foregoing, the City Council hereby: 1. Approves the proposed CDBG program budget and instructs staff to submit th CDBG Program Planning Summary, attached hereto as Exhibit 1, to the Los Angeles Count Community Development Commission for approval; and 2. Authorizes staff to adjust the program budget as necessary to take into account th final CDBG allocation from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) an any amounts remaining unspent at the close of the fiscal year. PASSED, APPROVED, and ADOPTED this 2P day of January, 2007 PRESIDENT of the City Council and MAYOR of the City of Hermosa Beach, California ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM: CITY CLERK CITY ATTORNEY tri 41) EXHIBIT 1: CDBG PROGRAM PLANNING SUMMARY FORM Please complete the following items of information concerning your 2007-2008 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Year activities: 1. City Name: Hermosa Beach 2. Available Funds: > 2007-2008 CDBG Allocation: $ 96,397 > Unallocated Funds: $ 0 > Section 108 Loan Funds: $ > TOTAL FUNDS: $ 96,397 > Total CDBG Section 108 Loan Repayment for 2005-2006: $ < > TOTAL AVAILABLE FUNDS: $ 96,397 3. 90 % Percent of funds allocated to Low/Moderate Income National Objective. 4. 0 % Percent of funds allocated to Slum/Blight National Objective. 5. $14,460 Total amount of funds available for Public Service Activities (not to exceed 15%) 6. 0 % Percent of funds allocated to Public Service Activities. 7. 10 % Percent of funds allocated to Planning and/or Administration Activities. 8. Yes Is your City subject to Section 3 requirements? (Yes/No) 9. 1 Please list the project number for each activity subject to Section 3 requirements. 600308-03 AGENCY APPROVALS: Name and Title of the Preparer: Larry Lawrence, Interim Program Manager Signature of the Preparer: Date Submitted to the CDC: CDC APPROVALS: Date Received: Signature of the Program Manager: Signature of the Supervisor: Date Approved: SOUTH BAY CENTERS is an association of experienced profess- ionals in conflict resolution. Our expertise is available to assist people who may be experiencing conflict in their personal or professional lives. We use established and creative conflict resolution techniques to prevent, manage, settle and resolve dis- putes. Thus, the parties can hopefully avoid litigation and improve their capacity toarrive at mutually satisfactory resolu- tions to a wide variety of situations. SOUTH BAY PARTNERS IN DISPUTE RESOLUTION: Redondo Beach* Manhattan Beach* Hermosa Beach* Palos Verdes Estates Rancho Palos Verdes Lawndale * contracting agencies Torrance* El Segundo Hawthorne Lomita Gardena Inglewood YOU CAN SUPPORT SOUTH BAY DISPUTE RESOLUTION: * Use the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution program * Tell your friends and neighbors about the South Bay Center's program * Support community policing in our cities ItISPUTE RESOLUTION • 4111YPES OF DISPUTES The Center provides a wide variety of alternative dispute resolution services, including conciliation, mediation and group facilitation. These services are * CONFIDENTIAL: An agreement among the parties that all discuss- ions and information divulged are confidential ensures candidand open communication. * CONVENIENT: Meetings are scheduled at a time and location most convenient for the parties, and most disputes are resolved in one session. * INEXPENSIVE: For parties who have been referred by a staff member of a contracting city, there is no charge for Center services. Otherwise, there is a sliding scale case processing fee (0 to $100). * COST EFFECTIVE: More than 90% of the disputes handled by the Center's staff have been resolved, at a fraction of the cost of hiring attorneys and courtroom litigation. * TAILORED TO MEET NEEDS: The Center's services are designed to empower the parties to create their own solutions that meet their individual and mutual needs, as a superior alternative to the inflex- ible legal process. The Center's professional staff have decades of experience resolving complex interpersonal, organizational and public policy disputes. These include: * NEIGHBORS: property lines, yard maintenance, pets, parking, noise * LANDLORDS/TENANTS: security deposits, repairs, evictions, privacy * BUSINESS/CONSUMER: refunds, repairs, deposits, warranties * DOMESTIC: roommates, domestic partners, family members, friends * HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATIONS: repairs, CCR's, board/owner issues * WORKPLACE: employee/employer, employee/employee, dismissal, wages * MULTI-PARTY/MULTI-ISSUE: complex and/or regional issues that involve many people/public agencies "Discourage litigation. Persuade your neigh- bor to compromise whenever you can. Point out to them how the nominal winner is often a real loser — in fees, expenses and waste of time. " Abraham Lincoln IL YOU CONCERNED ABO * the old fence along your property line that needs to be repaired or replaced? * the return of your security deposit or rental unit repairs/maintenance? * the quality of service received from a local business? * the new construction that started on your neighbor's property? * the hostile climate that has developed with your roommate(s)? * use of the common areas or guest and assigned parking issues? * workplace conflicts with a coworker or supervisor? * on-going noise disputes with your neighbor(s) and/or their pets? * settling a dispute with your landlord, neighbor, friend, tenant or consumer without going to Small Claims Court? "The Courts of this country should not be the place where the resolution of disputes begins. They should be the places where disputes end, after alternative methods of resolving disputes have been considered and tried. " Justice Sandra Day O'Connor United States Supreme Court SOUTH BAY CENTER DISPUTE RESOLUTION 1015 4TH STREET HERMOSA BEACH, CA (310) 376-7007 1 January 17, 2007 Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council Regular Meeting of January 23, 2007 DISPUTE RESOLUTION SERVICES Recommendation: To receive, additional information requested at the City Council meeting of December 12, 2006 and provide direction to staff. Background: The City Council; at its meeting of December 12, 2006, reviewed the material provided by staff and directed staff to provide information on the other mediators and to provide any substantiated complaints about Mr. Widman's work as a mediator by providing written statements. Staff has attached the materials supplied by all of those responding to the City's Request for Proposal. 1 have not received any written statements of complaint regarding mediation services provided as of January 17, 2007. Respectful) submi i Step n R. Burrell City Manager PROPOSALS FOR MEDIATION SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH • et. I..' • CMI • Muriel S. Savikas, Ph.D., Director CA. License PSY 13791 COUNSELING AND MEDIATION INSTITUTE September 18, 2006 Stephen R. Burrell City Manager City of Hermosa Beach 1315 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 Dear Mr. Burrell: 868 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Suite 3 • Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310-545-9350 • FAX 310-546-0013 ■ DrMuriel@aol.com Visit us on the Internet at www.parenting101.com RECEIVED SEP 1 9 2006 Enclosed please find a Proposal for Professional Resolution Services for Hermosa Beach. I am submitting this proposal in compliance with your city's guideline request and prior to the September 25, 2006 deadline. I would be pleased to be interviewed by your panel for consideration. If you require further information please contact me. MSS/pc •:Ii CMI • • Muriel S. Savikas, Ph.D., Director CA. License PSY 13791 COUNSELING AND MEDIATION INSTITUTE 868 Manhattan Beach Blvd, Suite 3 ■ Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 310-545-9350 ■ FAX 310-546-0013 ■ DrMuriel@aol.corn Visit us on the Internet at wwx.parentingl01.com PROPOSAL FOR PROFESSIONAL DISPUTE RESOLUTION SERVICES CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH I have conducted mediations and conflict resolutions professionally since 1994. I have attached a. copy of my Resume to illustrate my training and expertise in the field of mediation and conflict resolution during the past twelve years. The types of disputes handled privately as well as for the Superior Court are as follows: • Business/Consumer— Partnership dissolution, claims • Workplace — insurance claims, employer-employee • Domestic — Divorce, inheritance claims, child custody, post divorce case management and resolution • Neighbors — property management disputes 1. Mediations shall be conducted in a facility provided by the City of Hermosa Beach or may be conducted in my office in Manhattan Beach. 2. The Cost of service is $200 per hour or a percentage thereof inclusive of travel from Manhattan Beach; one hour minimum per dispute. A cancellation of less than 48 hours will incur a one hour charge. 3. Services will be performed by. Muriel Savikas, Ph.D. 4. The number of hours available is open. 5. Client relationships are confidential. 6. The following people are references: • Dale Frank, Esq. 310-379-3808 • Lois Schunk, Ph.D. 310-643-5117 Helen Duncan, Ph.D. 310-545-5313 Agreed: Muriel S. Savikas, Ph.D. for the City of Hermosa Beach Date Date • • MURIEL S. SAVIKKAS, Ph.D. Mediator/Clinical Child Psychologist 868 Manhattan Beach Boulevard, Suite 3 Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 (310) 545-9350; Fax: (310) 546-0013 Email: DrMuriel@aol.com http://www.Parenting 101.com SUMMARY Savikas, M., Page Extensively experienced Psychologist and Professional Mediator with more than twenty years success in child psychology, adult counseling, testing, mediation and forensic evaluations.. Strengths are child therapy, psychological and neuropsychological testing, parent education, divorce and business mediation and conflict resolution. Special capabilities include diagnostic evaluation, counseling, coaching, educating, training, skill building and role modeling. Organized, caring and guidance motivated. EMPLOYMENT HISTORY CONTRACT ASSESSOR, Dept. of Mental Health, County of Los Angeles, CA Consultant to Department of Mental Health for AB3632 assessment services for the Children and Families Services Bureau. CO -MEDIATOR, Mediation Works, Manhattan Beach, CA Provide full service divorce mediation and child custody consultation with attorney Dale S. Frank, Esq., to parties seeking an out-of-court resolution process. DIRECTOR, Counseling and Mediation Institute, Manhattan Beach, CA Provide full service culturally sensitive therapy and testing focused on child development, psychological and neuropsychological testing for attention -deficit disorders and behavioral problems, parent education, sexual abuse education, school readiness, child custody evaluations, divorce and civil mediation. Consultant to the court and to attorneys on forensic evaluations involving child development and family matters; serve as expert witness. 1999 - 2000 1995 - Present 1991- Present CHILD CUSTODY EVALUATOR, County of Los Angeles Superior Court (1997-1998) and Private, 1997 — Present Los Angeles, CA Conduct office and home visits to determine appropriate timesharing for parents involved in high conflict child custody disputes. Report presentation and expert witness to judiciary and counsel. INSTRUCTOR, County of Los Angeles Superior Court, Torrance, CA Taught divorcing parents in Parents and Children Together Program about the psychological and emotional impact of divorce and abuse on their children and how to refocus the process to address the needs of their children. INSTRUCTOR, El Camino College, Torrance, CA & Los Angeles Harbor College, Wilmington, CA Taught course work in Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders in children, adolescents and adults. 1995 - 2002 1994 -1997 TRAINER, Association for the Advancement of Training in Behavioral Sciences, 1994 -1996 Westlake, CA Savikas, M., Page 2 Designed, presented, facilitated and evaluated students for the Psychology Exam Preparation Workshops. PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSISTANT, Dr. Judy Kauffman, Private Practice, Manhattan Beach, CA Conducted psychological testing and counseling to children, adults, couples, families and groups. REGISTERED PSYCHOLOGIST, Cedars -Sinai Medical Center, Thalians Psychiatric Center for Early Childhood Education, Los Angeles,CA Conducted home visits and center -based evaluation and intervention planning for autistic, behavioral and attention deficit disordered children ages 2 — 5. PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSISTANT, Dr. Philip Mcllnay, Private Practice, Torrance, CA Provided neuropsychological and diagnostic testing and reporting, for children and adults in individual and group therapy, plus inpatient care at three hospitals. PSYCHOLOGICAL ASSISTANT, Dr. Sharon Kelly, Private Practice, Seal Beach, CA Conducted psychological and neuropsychological testing, reporting and therapy, for workers'compensation and inpatients at three different hospitals. COUNSELOR, Los Altos Hospital and Medical Center, Long Beach, CA Counseled Women -in -Transition providing group therapy, intake evaluation, individual counseling for rape and domestic violence, case conference review and served as in -staff teacher. 1993 -1994 1991-1993 1991-1993 1987 -1991 1989 -1990 INTERN COUNSELOR, Mcllnay & Associates, Torrance, CA 1985 -1987 • Managed office and counseled youth referred from South Bay Juvenile Diversion Project. EDUCATION • Ph.D., Clinical Psychology, American Commonwealth University, San Diego, CA • NA, Honors, Clinical/Community Psychology, California State University, Dominguez Hills, CA • ES, Honors, Education, Fitchburg State College, Fitchburg, MA CONTINUING EDUCATION • Academy of Guided Imagery, Interactive Guided Imagery, Los Angeles, CA • • American Academy of Divorce Mediators, Mediating Divorce, Los Angeles, CA 1994 • American Psychological Association, Conducting Child Custody Evaluations, Los Angeles, CA • Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, Anatomy of a Parenting Plan, Los Angeles, CA, 02/2004 • Association of Family and Conciliation Courts, Throwing Out Access Guidelines: Parenting Plans That Draw on 7Uivorce and Child Development Research, Los Angeles, CA 02/2004 + CA School of Professional Psychology, Chemical Dependency Assessment & Treatment, Pasadena, CA • CA School of Professional Psychology, Management and Executive Assessment and Coaching, Los Angeles, CA, 1999 • CA Women's Law Center, Employment and Domestic Violence: A Training about the Employment Rights of Fomestic Violence Victims, Los Angeles, CA 1999 • Center for Child Protection, Children's Hospital, San Diego Conference on Responding To Child Maltreatment, Van Diego, CA, 01/2000 • los Angeles County Bar Association, Basic Mediation Training, Santa Monica, CA, 1994 • los Angeles County Bar Association, Mediating Divorce and Family Agreement, Los Angeles, CA, 1994 • • • Savikas, M., Page 3 • Los Angeles County Bar Association, Child Custody Colloquium, Los Angeles, CA 2003 • Los Angeles County Bar Association, Domestic Violence and Sexual Abuse Training, Los Angeles, CA, 1997 • Los Angeles County Bar Association, Domestic Violence and Sexual Training -Update, Los Angeles, CA, 1999 • Los Angeles County Bar Association, 24th Annual Child Custody Colloquium: How to Successfully Handle a Custody Dispute, Los Angeles, CA 09/2002 • Los Angeles County Psychological Association, Introductory Issues in the Assessment and Treatment of Victims of Violent Crime, Culver City, CA, 01/2000 • Los Angeles County Psychological Association, Legal and Ethical Matters: Going Beyond the Basics, Los Angeles, CA, 10/2000 • Los Angeles County Psychological Association, Personal & Social Dynamics of Shyness in Adults & Children, (Zimbardo), Los Angeles, CA 10/2000 • Los Angeles County Psychological Association, Legal & Ethical Risks & Risk Management in Professional Psychological Practice: Sequence I: General Risk Management Strategies, (Eric Harris), Los Angeles, CA 01/2003 • Los Angeles County Psychological Association, Legal & Ethical Risks & Risk Management in Professional Psychological Practice: Sequence II: Risk Management in Specific High Risk Areas, (Eric Harris) Los Angeles, CA 01/2005 • Los Angeles County Psychological Association, Making Court -Ordered Therapy Work in Family Law Cases, Los Angeles, CA 06/2004 + Los Angeles Superior Court, Domestic Violence Training for Child Custody Evaluators and Mediators in Compliance with Family Code 3110.5 (A) and California Rules of Court 5.215 and 5.230, Annual Update, Los Angeles, CA 01/2004 • Los Angeles Superior Court, Domestic Violence Training for Child Custody Evaluators and Mediators in Compliance with Family Code 31105 (A) and California Rules of Court 5.215 and 5.230, Annual Update, Los Angeles, CA 01/2005 • Prescribing Psychologist. Register, Prescription Privilege Preparation Program, Miami, FL 1997 • Northern California Mediation Center, Use of Special Master in Custody & Parenting Disputes, Los Angeles, CA • The Meadows Institute, Couples In Recovery, El Segundo, CA, 01/2000 • United Behavioral Health, Mental Health and the Elderly, Orange, CA 05/2001 • United Behavioral Health, Psychopharmacology: Practical Applications for Licensed Therapists, Los Angeles, CA 04/2002 • United Behavioral Health, The Puzzle of Chronic Pain, Understanding Etiology, Planning Treatment, Los Angeles, CA 04/2002 • University of California at Irvine Family Therapy Training Program, Divorce Busting: Solution -Oriented Couples 'Therapy, Orange, CA, 05/2001 • UCLA, Fourth Annual Review of Psychiatry and Psychopharmacology Update, Los Angeles, CA, 1999 TEACHING EXPERIENCE • 11 Camino College, Torrance, CA • Parents and Children Together (PACT), Los Angeles Superior Court, Torrance, CA • Active Parenting Workshops, Counseling and Mediation Institute, Manhattan Beach, CA • Harbor College, Harbor City, CA VOLUNTEER s Mediator, County of Los Angeles Superior Court, Los Angeles, CA 1997 - Present • Child Psychologist, America OnLine Internet Service, MomsOnLine 1998 - 2002 • Child Psychologist, BabyCenter.com 1999 - 2000 • Speaker, Oxygen.com Tank Tours, Los Angeles, February, 2000 Consultant, Campfire Boys and Girls, Kansas City, Missouri, 1999-2000 Advisory Council, Los Angeles City Commission on the Status of Women, 1999-2000 RESEARCH Savikas, M., Page 4 • Doctoral research, assessment and diagnosis, John Douglas French Center for Alzheimer's Disease and Los Alamitos Hospital Assessment and Behavior. Center, Los Alamitos, CA • Technical editing and research assistant on neuropsychological assessment of night blindness. Research and publication on law enforcement evaluation and criminal justice studies. Institute for Defense Analysis, Arlington, VA PUBLICATIONS Blumstein, A., Shankman, M., et al., A National Program of Research, Development, Test and Evaluation on Law Enforcement and Criminal Justice; Institute for Defense Analysis, Arlington, VA. Savikas, M., Kidtalk, South Bay Parenting Magazine, Palos Verdes, CA Savikas, M., Guilt is Good: What Working Moms Need to Know, Parenting101 Publications, Manhattan Beach, CA Savikas, M., Owner's Manual for New Parents, Manhattan Beach, CA., Pre -publication. LECTURES • Active Parenting for the 90's • Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorders in Children, Adolescents and Adults • Alzheimer's Disease: A Research Report • Mom, Do You Have To Go To Work? • Psychological Implications in Parent/Teen Mediation. (on audio tape from Academy of Family Mediators) • TV Violence and Its Effects on Aggression in Children • Why Children Lie and What to do About it • The ABC's of Mediation • Your Divorce and Your Child: Caught In The Middle • How to Live Without Battles • Dealing With Difficult People CREDENTIALS • Clinical Hypnotherapy Certificate, 1988 • Marriage, Family and Child Counselor License #28091 (CA), January 1991 • Clinical Psychology License #13791 (CA), January, 1994 • Diplomate, Prescribing Psychologists Register, 1997 • Fellow, American College of Forensic Examiners, 1997 • Strathmore's Who's Who, 1997, 1998, 1999 COMMUNITY SERVICE • Association of Child Development Specialists, Board of Directors, 1999-2001 • family Violence Council of South Bay, Chairperson, 1993 —1998 • Women's Referral Service of South Bay, President, 1997 -1998 • Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce, Board of Directors, 1997 - Present • Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce, Chairman of the Board, 2001-2002 • Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce, Past Chairperson, 2002-2003 • Manhattan Beach Leadership Class of 2003 • City of Manhattan Beach Planning Commission, 2003-2006 • City of Manhattan Beach General Plan Advisory Committee, 2002-2003 • City of Manhattan Beach North End Revitalization Committee, Chairperson, 2002 - Present • AFFILIATIONS • Academy of Family Mediators • American Association of Marriage and Family Therapists • American Diabetes Association, Waikathon 1996,1997,1998 • American Psychological Association • American. Society of Clinical Hypnosis • Association of Child Development Specialists, Executive Board • Beverly Hills Bar Association • Book Publicists of Southern California Psychological Association • South Bay Family Violence Council, Board of Directors, Chairperson (1993 — 1998) • Los Angeles County Bar Association, Alternative Dispute Resolution Section • Los Angeles County Psychological Association • Los Angeles County Family Law Association _ • Manhattan Beach Chamber of Commerce, Board of Directors • Mothers Against Sexual Abuse • National Association of Women Business Owners • South Bay/Manhattan Beach Chapter, Women's Referral Service, Past President (1997-98) • South Bay -Long Beach Chapter of California. Association of Marriage and Family Therapists • . Southern California Mediation Association Strathmore's Who's Who Numerous Radio and TV appearances worldwide. Savikas, M., Page 5 f RP4 Associates "providing qualify mediation resources across the nation" 936-824-2555 (office) 1 154 Loving Road Lufkin, Texas 75901-2984 metersonoo@uahoo. corn portiokbrownt@houston.r.com September 23, 2006 Mr. Stephen Burrell, City Manager City of Hermosa Beach 1315 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 RE: RFP Professional Dispute Resolution Services Dear Mr. Burrell: RECEIVED SEP 2 5 2005 Per 713-456-2907 (facsimile) RPB Associates ("RPB") is an experienced provider of mediation services to public and private entities. Our organization maintains a nationwide roster of mediators, trainers, and facilitators with whom it is contracted; and included on the roster are five (5) individuals who are geographically positioned and highly qualified to provide the dispute resolution services to your community. Engaging the services of RPB will offer the City the opportunity to select from a group of individuals who are both experienced and professional. This "roster" approach to providing the needed services will allow the City to have a choice of mediators depending upon the scheduling and nature of the dispute, while consistently dealing with the professional and effective administrative staff of RPB. RPB appreciates the opportunity to present the enclosed Proposal for Professional Dispute Resolution Services, and would be pleased to answer any questions you or the interview panel may have about our services. Sincerely yo 434....,st.,1 Portia K. Brown Partner PKB:pe Enclosure Proposal For Professional Dispute Resolution Services Submitted by of RPB Associates 1154 Loving Road Lufkin, Texas 75901.2984 866.813.0309 (Toll Free) 713.456.2907 (Facsimile) September 25, 2006 RPB Associates ("RPB") is a small business that is owned, managed and operated exclusively by women. It is an emerging business whose structure is a partnership formed in May 2005, in the State of Texas. RPB currently maintains and administers rosters totaling approximately seventy-five (75) mediators, facilitators, trainers and conveners. The members of the rosters provide services to individual, business and public entities including those federal agencies serviced through RPB's contract with Federal Occupational Health Services. The principals of RPB, Rox Ann Peterson and Portia K. Brown, are themselves qualified mediators credentialed by the Texas Mediator Credentialing Association. Ms. Peterson has been a mediator for more than ten (10) years. Prior to becoming a mediator, she worked as a paralegal for more than twenty (20) years. For the past three (3) years, she has been engaged as a case administrator for nationwide rosters providing services to federal government agencies and for corporate and private disputes. Ms. Brown is an attorney with nearly thirty (30) years of experience in the practice of law, five (5) of which include work as a mediator. Together they represent that RPB is capable of and RPB Associates Proposal for Hermosa Beach, California Professional Dispute Resolution Services Page 1 of 8 prepared to fulfill all requirements of the Request for Proposal proffered by the City of Hermosa Beach ("City"). RPB is committed to providing the City with quality services, consistently rendered in a professional, prompt and responsive manner. 1. Strategy for Providing Services. Five (5) members of the RPB roster ("Mediators") will be specifically assigned and available to provide dispute resolution services to the residents and businesses of the City. Services for mediations will be requested, scheduled and coordinated through the administrative staff of RPB. RPB will assign or the mediation participants may select from the roster of Mediators a highly skilled, experienced, and professional individual to serve as a third party neutral to assist them in resolving their dispute. RPB will provide an evaluation process to measure the level of satisfaction experienced by the mediation participants and by the City's referring staff. 2. Location. The Mediators are each and all willing to conduct mediations in the City, and in facilities provided by the City. 3. Cost of Services. Services will be provided on the basis of an hourly charge of $200 with a two (2) hour minimum for each mediation. 4. Qualifications. The Mediators all have at least five (5) years of experience in the field and the following qualifications: RPB Associates Proposal for Hermosa Beach, California Professional Dispute Resolution Services Page 2 of 8 Mediator 1 Serving as a Mediator for: • Creative Mediation of San Luis Obispo, California (formerly Conflict Resolution Program of the Central Coast) since 1997 • Victim Offender Reconciliation Program of Monterey County since 2001 • Federal Agencies through the Institute for the Study of Conflict Transformation • Federal Agencies through RPB Associates • Approximately 200 mediations of different types, including Family, Court, Victim -Offender and Employment Training and Education Received basic and advanced training in transformative mediation from several leaders in the field, including Baruch Bush and Joseph Folger, authors of the book The Promise of Mediation. Aside from mediation, her educational background is in the fields of music, language and agriculture. She is fluent in both English and Spanish. Mediator 2 Mediation Experience • Mediated for various Federal Agencies through RPB Associates since March 2006 • Mediated for various Federal Agencies through the Institute for the Study of Conflict Transformation since October 2004 • Mediated community and organizational disputes throug l the Pittsburgh Mediation Center since September 2003 • Assisted in two collaborative multi -interest environmental mediations: the Pacific Take Reduction Team and the EPA/State Dialogue on the State Revolving Fund for Watershed Management through The Mediation Institute, January to December 1996 Training and Education Pepperdine University, Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution, Malibu, CA — Dispute Resolution, M.D.R. 2003 University of California, Los Angeles, CA - Environmental Science and Engineering (Doctoral Degree) D.Env. 1993 University of Michigan, Ann Arbor, Ml — Russian Language and Literature, B.A. 1983 University of California, Los Angeles, CA — Biology, B.A. 1979 RPB Associates Proposal for Hermosa Beach, California Professional Dispute Resolution Services Page 3 of 8 Mediator 3 Mediation Experience • REDRESSTM program for the United States Postal Service since 1999 • various Federal Agencies through the Institute for the Study of Conflict Transformation since 2004 • various Federal Agencies through RPB Associates since March 2006 Training and Education Alternative Dispute Resolution Courses, Hamlin Law School, St. Paul, Minnesota M.Ed. Training and Organization Development, University of Minnesota Bachelor of Arts in Sociology, University .of Minnesota Mediator 4 Experience • Mediated for the REDRESSTM program for the United States Postal Service since 1997 • Mediated for various Federal Agencies through the Institute for the Study of Conflict Transformation • Mediated for various Federal Agencies through RPB Associates since March 2006 • Mediated workplace disputes for United States Equal Employment Opportunity Commission • Serves as Adjunct Professor at DeVry University teaching Legal, Political and Ethical Dimensions of Business at the Keller Graduate School of Management. • Previously served as senior faculty at Conflict Management Services, Inc. teaching negotiation, general mediation, advanced mediation, custody, divorce and family mediation and transformative mediation, 1997-2000 • Previously taught general, family and divorce mediation at Community Mediation Services of Central Ohio, 1993-1997 • Formerly adjudicated workers' compensation claims, monitored and reviewed standards of practice of self-insured employers and conducted settlement conferences for permanent and total injured workers as a Commissioner on the Ohio Industrial Commission. • Commissioned by the National Council of Churches to co -facilitate peace talks between the African-American and Korean -American communities in the aftermath of the Rodney King incident Training and Education Harvard University, Program on Negotiation National Judicial College, Alternative Dispute Resolution Cornell University & New York District Office of the US EEOC Mediation Program RPB Associates Proposal for Hermosa Beach, California Professional Dispute Resolution Services Page 4 of 8 Hamline University School of Law, Transformative Mediation CDR Associates, Dispute Resolution Systems & Design American Arbitration Association, Securities & Commercial Mediation Capital University Law School, Mediation and Negotiation Ohio State University Law School, Mediation Program Columbus Bar Association and Ohio State Bar Association: Mediation Training Programs Mediation Training & Consultation Institute, Divorce Mediation, Advanced Mediation Conflict Management Services, Community Mediation Services: Divorce & Family Mediation, Family Group Decision Making and Victim Offender Mediation [VORP] Temple University with the United States Postal Service REDRESS Program Association for Conflict Resolution [ACR], Advance Mediation, Family Mediation, and Transformative Mediation Training Association of Family & Conciliation Courts [AFCC], Advanced Mediation Training Mediators of Southern Nevada, Adv. Mediation, Mediating Financial Disputes & EEOC Cases Clark County Neighborhood Justice Center [NJC], Mediation & Advanced Mediation DeMars Mediation and Arbitration Training EEOC Technical Assistance, HR & ADR Training, Los Angeles, California, Institute for the Study of Conflict Transformation (ISCT), Transformative Mediation Received Certification as a transformative mediator. Juris Doctor, Capital University School of Law, 1986 MA in Business Administration, Central Michigan University, 1980 MA in Public Administration, Central Michigan University, 1978 BA in Psychology, Capital University, 1974 Certification by Institute for the Study of Conflict Transformation 2005 Mediator 5 Experience Mediator for: • REDRESST" program for the United States Postal Service. since 1999 • various Federal Agencies through the Institute for the Study of Conflict Transformation • various Federal Agencies through RPB Associates since March 2006 • Institute for Conflict Management. • U.S.D.A. Forest Service • American Arbitration Association • Equal Employment Opportunity Commission since 1999 • United States Departnient of Justice since 1999 • Los Angeles Superior Court. Mediator since 1996 RPB Associates Proposal for Hermosa Beach, California Professional Dispute Resolution Services Page5of8. • • • Disability Mediation Center, Loyola Law School since 1994. • Dispute Resolution Program, Los Angeles City Attorney's Office since 1994 • United States Bankruptcy Court. 1994-1996 • Dispute Resolution Services, Los Angeles County Bar Association since 1993. Arbitrator: • Attorney/client fee arbitrations. Trainer: • University of California, Riverside. Instructor. developed and taught "Mediating Claims Under the Americans with Disabilities Act." • Institute for Conflict Management. • Disability Mediation Center, Loyola Law School since 1994. • Dispute Resolution Services, Los Angeles County Bar Association since 1993 Training and Education 2004 Certificate of Transformative Mediation by Institute for the Study of Conflict Transformation, Hofstra University School of Law. 2003 Negotiating Litigated Cases by Los Angeles Superior Court. 2002 Certificate of Training in Mediation by Center for Dispute Resolution. 2002 Mediation Training by Los Angeles Superior Appellate Court. 2002 Economic Case Analysis & Settlement Skills by Center for Mediation Studies. 1999 Negotiating Litigated Cases by Los Angeles Superior Court. 1998 Transformative Mediation Skills by REDRESS Program, United States Postal Service. 1997 Diversity Conflict Resolution by National Multi -Cultural Institute. 1995 Train The Trainer by American Society of Training and Development. 1995 ADA Mediation Training by Disability Mediation Center at Loyola Law School. 1994 Advanced Mediation Training by Dispute Resolution Services, Los Angeles County Bar Association. 1994 Family and Divorce Mediation Training by Dispute Resolution Services, Los Angeles County Bar Association. 1994 Bankruptcy Mediation Training by Los Angeles Superior Court. 1994 Cross -Cultural Mediation Training by Los Angeles City Attorney's Office. 1993 Mediation Training by Dispute Resolution Program, Los Angeles City Attorney's Office. 1993 Attorney/Client Fee Arbitration Training by Dispute Resolution Services, Los Angeles County Bar Association. 1992 Mediation Training by Dispute Resolution Services, Los Angeles County Bar Association. University Education: 1990 Bachelor of Science, Business and Management, Redlands University. RPB Associates Proposal for Hermosa Beach, California Professional Dispute Resolution Services Page 6 of 8 • • Selected Presentations, Publications, Professional Associations, and Honors Publication: "Managing Client Emotions: How A Mediator Can Help." With Bill White. Dispute Resolution Journal, American Arbitration Association, November 2001 -January 2002. Presentation: "The Effective Use of Mediation in Discrimination and Sexual Harassment Employment Cases." Southern California Mediation Association. October 2003. 5. Limitation. With this roster of five (5) Mediators, RPB proposes no limitation on the number of hours made available to the City for the performance of dispute resolution services. 6. Existing Relationships. Neither the Mediators nor RPB is known to have any existing professional relationships in the City. The Mediators reside within the area, but are not residents of the City, and for that reason, it is highly unlikely that the Mediators will encounter conflicts of interest or any situations that would prevent their serving in the capacity of an appropriately neutral third party mediator. 7. References. RPB is contracted to provide mediation, training and convening services to federal personnel nationwide under its existing contract with the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, Federal Occupational Health Service. The contact person for that contract is: Regina A. Bronson, JD, LCSW FOH 100 Alabama Street, SW, Suite 3R8 Atlanta, GA 30303 (404) 562.7950 RPB previously provided a roster of trainers to the Institute for the Study of Conflict Transformation. The contact person for that organization is: RPB Associates Proposal for Hermosa Beach, California Professional Dispute Resolution Services Page 7 of 8 Ms. Winnie Backlund 2331 Merel Drive Hatfield, PA 19440 (215) 694.5856 Trainers and mediators are also provided to the Dispute Resolution Center of Montgomery County, Texas. For information on such services, contact: Ms. Rarnah Eisenbeil P.O. Box 3609 Conroe, TX 77305 (936) 760.6914 8. Contract. RPB is prepared to enter into a contract with the City containing standard provisions pertaining to compensation, liability, default, subcontracts, insurance, conflicts of interest and termination. 9. Additional. Questions or requests for additional information can be directed to Rox Ann Peterson toll free at 866-813-0309. RPB Associates Proposal for Hermosa Beach, California Professional Dispute Resolution Services Page 8 of 8 • FRANKLIN B. MUENZER, ESQ. MEDIATOR/ATTORNEY AT LAW 1451 9th STREET MANHATTAN BEACH, CALIFORNIA 90266 Tel: (310) 372-0876 e-mail: Franklaw12(@,aol.com September 24, 2006 Stephen Burrell, City Manager City of Hermosa Beach 1315 valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 RE: Request for Proposal for Dispute Resolution Services City of Hermosa Beach Dear Mr. Burrell: RECEIVED SEP 2 5 2006 • anew.. soa..aa0 Enclosed 1 am submitting a proposal to provide Dispute Resolution Services for the City of Hermosa Beach, per your RFP in that regard. 1 would appreciate an opportunity to discuss my proposal with you and/or the panel. Please feel free to contact me if there are any questions. Sincerely, nAikttN Franklin b. Muenzer FM/ms PROPOSAL TO PROVIDE PROFESSIONAL DISPUTE RESOLUTION SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH SUBMITTED BY FRANKLIN B. MUENZER, ESQ. CALIFORNIA STATE BAR NO. 072035 1451 9th STREET MANHATTAN BEACH, CALIF INTRODUCTION Having over 30 years experience as an attorney involved with civil litigation, I have provided Dispute Resolution services as an Arbitrator since 1988 and subsequently as a Mediator since 1995. I have been on the Los Angeles County Superior Court panel of mediators for over 10 years and during that time have acted as a mediator in both private and court ordered mediations on hundreds of cases involving a wide variety of subject matter. I am also a member of the Southern California Mediation Association and the Los Angeles County Bar Dispute Resolution Services Association. I previously had my law office in Manhattan Beach for over 16 years, closed that office in 2004 and subsequently maintained an office on Century Blvd. near the airport for two years which I recently closed so that I could focus primarily on Mediation activities without having to incur unnecessary overhead expenses. I am very interested in the opportunity for providing community Dispute Resolution services in the South Bay area. STRATEGY FOR PROVIDING MEDIATION SERVICES I am willing and able to provide community mediation services to the city on an hourly charge or monthly retainer basis. I can, and would prefer, to provide those services in the city of Hermosa Beach at a facility provided by 1 the city, although 1 would consider limited travel, if necessary to provide those services. COST OF SERVICES My fees have ranged from $150/hr to $ 300/hr for mediation services, depending on a variety of factors. I would also consider a monthly retainer basis for fees, and would be pleased to discuss these options. QUALIFICATIONS AND EXPERIENCE Education: BSME Stanford University 1962 MS Engineering University of Southern California 1967 JD Southwestern University, School of Law 1976. Professional Background: In addition to several years as an Aerospace Engineer, I have over 27 years of experience as a litigation attorney representing defendants and plaintiffs in cases involving vehicle accidents, residential/commercial/construction accidents, premises -liability, defective products, subrogation, insurance, contract disputes, construction defects and various other issues. Mediation experience has involved matters including the foregoing as well as professional malpractice, commercial business disputes, fraud, real estate and real property issues. I am on the panel of Mediators and Arbitrators for the Los Angeles Superior Court, a member of the Los Angeles County Bar Dispute Resolution Services Association (DRS Associates) and a member of the Southern California Mediation Association. I have been providing services as an Arbitrator since 1988 and as a Mediator for Private and Court ordered Mediation since 1995. Dispute Resolution Training: Civil Mediation Training - Coast to Coast Mediation Center; Conflict Resolution Training - Los Angeles County Bar Assn./Dispute Resolution Services; Mediating the Litigated Case - Pepperdine University; Advanced Mediation Skills; Cross Cultural Dispute Mediation, California Academy of Mediation Professionals; Invited participant to The Masters Forum, a Conference for Experienced Neutrals, 2000, 2002 & 2003, Pepperdine University Straus Institute for Dispute Resolution; Non -Verbal ADR • Communication Skills, Southern California Mediation Association; Mediating Construction Disputes, Pepperdine University. AVAILABILITY My current schedule allows me a great deal of flexibility and I presently anticipate I could be available to provide services up to 35 hours a month. This is adjustable, depending on the specific circumstances involved. PROFESSIONAL RELATIONSHIPS IN HERMOSA BEACH I do not have any current existing professional relationships in Hermosa Beach. REFERENCES Rod Pranin, Esq. Law offices of Pranin and Muldoon 309 Broad Ave. Wilmington, CA 90744 (310) 830- 0671 Donald Dean, Esq. Law office of Marc Jennings 1551 N. Tustin Ave. Suite 100 Santa Ana, CA 92705 (714) 371-2728 Timothy R. Lickness, Esq. Vice President & General Counsel Golden Eagle Insurance Group 525 B. Street, suite 1600 San Diego, CA 92191 Additional references available on request CONCLUSION Beyond the above specific legal experience, I have had considerable success in resolving disputes as a mediator. I feel this is due, in part, to the fact that I have very strong interpersonal abilities and am particularly skilled in dealing, and establishing meaningful communication, with a wide variety of people and diverse personalities. I would welcome an opportunity to further discuss my background, interests and abilities with the panel designated by the city manager. Thank you for your consideration. Franklin Muenzer September 24, 2006 SOUTH BAY CENTER DISPUTE RESOLUTION RECEIVED • LANCE WIDMAN Executive Director SEP 2 5 2006 PerOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO 1015 4th Street Hermosa Beach Calif. 90254 (310) 376-7007 (310) 798-0857 FAX Mr. Stephen Burrell, City Manager City of Hermosa Beach Dear Steve, September 23, 2006 Enclosed is the Center's response to the City's Request for Proposal concerning the provision of dispute resolution services for the City of Hermosa Beach. I have been involved in the delivery of such services in our South Bay community for about twenty years, working most of that time with the Los Angeles County Bar Association -- Dispute Resolution Services, and now as Executive Director of the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution The Center's focus is the South Bay where I have lived in Hermosa Beach for over thirty years, serving as a Member of the Hermosa Beach City School Board for the past five years and teaching at El Camino College for thirty five years. I have been actively involved in our community over the years as Mayor and City Council Member for the City of Hermosa Beach for eight years, and through my participation in the Hermosa Beach Education Foundation,Sister City Association, Chamber of Commerce, Rotary and fundraising for 1736'House, among others. The Center currently has contractual relationships with the Cities of Torrance, Redondo Beach, Manhattan Beach and Hermosa Beach. As you may know, the basic format of those arrangements includes a quarterly Operations Fee to cover the costs associated with information and referrals, City staff meetings, trainings and community outreach, and a Case File Fee where the Center works with the parties involved in a dispute to try to resolve their differences. There is no charge to the parties when referred to the Center by City staff or website. The specifics of the contract are unique and negotiable between the Center and each City. The Center's current contract for services with the City of Hennosa Beach is $8,000. I believe the existing arrangement of an Operations Fee of $800 per quarter and a Case File Fee of $150 per opened case has worked well and 1 am proposing to maintain it. Since late 2001, 143 cases have been opened with 3455 contacts with the parties involved, 1305 information and referrals have been made and a total of 1865 persons have been served. X have always viewed the importance of the Center's services as involving more than just convening mediation meetings and helping the parties to resolve their differences, A • • great deal of my time is also spent working with City staff to help make current policies and procedures more workable, providing community workshops (landlord/tenant relations) and doing trainings for City staff in conflict resolution. Viewing the Center's services as part of a community-based problem solving approach, I regularly attend Police Department briefings and the Center has sponsored Information Exchange Workshops involving Code Enforcement/Nuisance Abatement and Animal Control/Community Services staffs from the Center's contracting cities. The Center's relationship with Hermosa Beach is more than just a contract. It is my commitment to our community. I look forward to continuing the very positive working relationship that has developed between the Center and the City of Hermosa Beach. Sincerely, Lance Widman, Executive Director LANCE G. WIDMA.N 1015 4th Street Hermosa Beach, California 90254 (310) 379-5054 (H) (310) 660-3746 (ECC) (310) 376-7007 (SBCDR) RESUME OF QUALIFICATIONS PROFESSIONAL - El Camino College, Professor, Political Science, 1971 to present - Executive Director, South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution, 2000 to present - Program Coordinator, Dispute Resolution Services, Los Angeles County Bar Assn., Community Mediation Program, 1988 to 2000 -- League of California Cities, Staff Assistant, 1969 to 1971 - Coro Foundation Fellow in Public Affairs, 1968 to 1969 - Hon. B. F. Sisk, Congressional Staff 1967 PUBLIC SERVICE - Member, Hermosa Beach City School Board, 2001 to present - President, El Camino College Federation of Teachers,1988 to 1995 Dispute Resolution Officer, El Camino College Federation of Teachers, 1995 to 2003 - Hearing Officer, Cities of Hermosa Beach (paring tickets), 1985 to 1990; Redondo Beach (housing appeals), 1997 to present - City Council Member, City of Hermosa Beach, 1974 to 1982 - Mayor, City, of Hermosa Beach, 1976 to 1977, 1981 to 1982 EDUCATION/ - Neighborhood Justice Center, Santa Monica, Mediation TRAINING Training, Mediation Certification/1986 - California State University, Dominguez Hills, Paralegal Studies, Paralegal Certification/1982 - University of California, Berkeley, Public Administration, Masters Degree/1969 - Occidental College, Los Angeles, Urban Studies, Masters Degree/1969 - University of California, Berkeley, Political Science, Bachelors Degree/1967 • The South Day Center for Dispute Resolution Program of Services The following services will be provided by the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution to the City of l errmosa Beach: Resolution Services: The Center is available to serve persons who may be experiencing conflict in their personal or professional lives. This includes landlords and its, neighbors, businesses and consumers, employers and employees, as well as family members, roommates and friends. The Center's staff will assess the problem and initially help the parties to resolve the natter throw phone conciliation. lithe dispute is appropriate for mediation and the parries are willing to participate, a mediation will be scheduled. At the mediation an experienced mediator will assist the lames to arrive at a mutually satisfactory resolution of their conflict. This is usually done in the form of a verbal or written settlement agreement. lithe parties involved in a dispute are referred to the Center by any member of the City's City Newsletter or Website, and a case file is opened for further action by the Center's staff, there will be no charge to the parties for the Center's services. However, parties who are referred to the Center by sources other than. the City will be urged an appropriate sliding scale fee when a case file is opened for further action. Information and Referral: When inbypeople who need basic infomaatio legal inquiries are received the Center from zt, assistance or whose situation, after review by the Center's staf is not appropriate for the Center's services, the requested information will be provided and/or referrals will be made to appropriate commumity resources. This may include City departments, other public agencies or social service organizations. Community Outreach: The Center will provide outreach activities within the City of Hermosa Beach. This will include networking with comm with other social service agencies, � � about the dispute resolution services aged by the Center, as wxl as offering presentations and trainin on conflict resolution for City unity groups. residents Monitoring and Evaluation: The City will monitor and evaloate the the Center's services and activities and willhave access to records and othdocuments related to the Center's performance except as they may he pngeeted by the California Evidence Code. During such a review the confiders Center's services shall be res �� 4f persons utilizing the. �. These evaluation reviews will focus on the effectiveness of the Center's grogram,, the impact of its services on the connSYS and the extent to which the Center's services address the concerns and priorities of tete City. Contact Person: Lance Widman, Executive Dior, South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution, 1015 4111 Street, Hermosa Beach, 90254. (310) 376-7007 George Schmeltzer 275 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 September 10, 2006 Civic Center 1315 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 Dear Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council: I am writing in support of Mr. Lance Widman and the South Bay Center Dispute Resolution Services' application to provide their services to the City of Hermosa Beach. I'm happy to have known Lance socially and professionally for more than 30 years. I've served with him on the boards of many community organizations including 1736 House, the South Bay Free Clinic, and the Hermosa Beach Friends of the Arts. He has a well- earned reputation for intelligence, enthusiasm, dedication and hard work. I also had the honor of serving with him on the Hermosa Beach City Council from 1976 -- 1982 where he distinguished himself as a man of integrity and an able leader who worked tirelessly to improve the quality of life in this community. As a member of the City Council, Lance was instrumental in developing the city's first ombudsmen program which was considered `revolutionary' at the time. Not only did it provide citizens with a constructive and fair process for resolving disputes it also freed city staff from having to deal with contentious issues on a daily basis and it allowed them to spend more time on their primary duties. Lance's South Bay Center — Dispute Resolution Services has built an enviable reputation in Hermosa Beach and in the cities of Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach and Torrance. Friends and neighbors who have used the Center's services are unanimous in their praise. "Problem solved," is how one friend put it to me, "and it didn't cost me an arm and a leg." I understand that the Center has a 70% success rate in resolving disputes. But for the Center I'm sure that many of these disputes would have ended in the legal system or on a city council agenda. I urge you to give the South Bay Center's application careful study. If you do I am confident you will select them to continue to provide dispute resolution services in Hermosa Beach. OFFICE OF JEROLD A. GODDARD CITY ATTORNEY CD= cu R FL®LXQ UkEkCOUll . 415 DIAMOND STREET POST OFFICE BOX 270 REDONDO BEACH, CALIFORNIA 90277-0270 July 20, 2006 South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution 1015 4th Street, Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 Re: Letter of Recommendation for South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: TELEPHONE (310) 318-0655 FAX: (310) 372-388€ It is my pleasure to write this letter of recommendation for Mr. Lance Widman of the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution. I am the retired City Attorney of Redondo Beach, serving from 1993 - 2005. During that period I was regularly involved with Mr. Widman, first through the Los Angeles County Bar Association's Dispute Resolution program and beginning in 2000 through the South Bay Center program. I considered Mr. Widinan's mediation services an asset to Redondo Beach. Having dispute resolution available for referrals by various city departments has been extremely successful. A key ingredient in assisting residents is the skill and professionalism of the mediator. Mr. Willman over an eighteen year period has established his reputation in the South Bay as a fair and neutral person. My wife and I live in Redondo Beach an regularly come in contact with neighbors and residents who have used the program. The overwhelming majority of participants obtain successful resolution in their case. Even those who have not completely solved their complaint still have had positive comments about Mr. Widman. I have known Lance for nearly thirty years. I respect his mediation skills, his service and contributions in local government, and his teaching at El Camino College. Redondo Beach has been well served by the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution and I can strongly recommend this program to any community. Sincerely, ,,(a erold A. Goddard Retired City Attorney • • • S. ROGER ROMBROt MELINDA A. MANLEY KIMBERLY A. OUGHTON tA PROFESSIONAL LAW CORPORATION • 110301333a0 & ASSOCIATES 3405 N. SEPULVEDA BOULEVARD SUITE 200 MANHATTAN BEACH. CALIFORNIA 90266-3628 July 31, 2006 To whom it may concern Re: South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution Dear Sirs: TELEPHONE (310) 545-1900 FACSIMILE (310) 802-8849 EMAIL: rogerrombro@rombrolaw.com WEBSITE: www.rombrolaw.com This is written in support of the application of South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution whom I am informed is reapplying for a contract with the City of Hermosa Beach to continue providing services resolving disputes. I am writing as a resident of Hermosa Beach, a consumer of dispute resolution services, my personal experience as a trained mediator in dispute resolution through the Los Angeles County Bar Association and my knowledge of the effectiveness of this group, and particularly, Lance Widman over the last 15 years: I first experienced Mr. Widman's effectiveness as one able to resolve disputes when I was refereed to Mr. Widman by the Los Angeles County Bar Association. I was seeking resolution of a dispute involving my former church and one of its former pastors. Specifically, a dispute arose between a former pastor over an employment issue and the Lutheran Church of the Good Shepherd in Torrance. In a process that lasted approximately three-quarters of a day, Mr. Widman and the two individuals with whom he associated for the purpose of resolving this dispute, successfully obtained a resolution which was accepted as fair and final. Following Mr. Widman's efforts, the former pastor was able to move on with his life, and the church was able to continue in its growth. Both sides were able to avoid a potentially discordant and potentially harmful course of litigation through the judicial process. Having watched the success of Mr.. Widman, I became an ardent supporter of the mediation process. After relocating my residence to Hermosa Beach, and my office to Manhattan Beach, I had occasion to reacquaint myself with Mr. Widman,_ and continue to observe his success, in diverting individuals and businesses from what would otherwise be certain litigation. Mediation is an extremely difficult process, and invites failure by its very nature. Mr. Widman and the mediators with whom he is associated with South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution deserve the respect and gratitude of the community. \\Rombrodel\Data\Roger's personal docs\L.etters - petsonaBsoutliBayDisputeResolution.(17.25.06.wpd Re: South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution July 31, 2006 Paget Please feel free to contact me if 1 may be of any further service in providing information to you with regard to this matter. SRR:hdl cc: Lance Widman 11Rombrodcl\Data\Roger's personal does'Letters -personal\SouthBayDisputeResolution.07.25.06.wpd City of Manhattan Beach Community Development Phone: (310) 802-5500 FAX: (310) 802-5501. TDD: (310) 546-3501 September 6, 2006 South Bay Center Dispute Resolution 1015 4th Street Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 Subject: South Bay Center Dispute Resolution Service To Whom It May Concern: As Director of the City of Manhattan Beach Community Development Department, I have worked with Lance Widman and the South Bay Center Dispute Resolution (SBCDR) for over ten years. The service that Mr. Widman provides to our city has been professional, effective, and invaluable. His agency has saved city staff time and energy as the SBCDR provides resources and successful means to resolve civil disputes. He has worked closely with my code enforcement staff and our new residential construction officer program. Mr. Widman has personally attended several construction community meetings to present his services to and meet with local builders. Additionally, Mr. Widman and his agency participated in lengthy neighborhood and local parish meetings, which resulted in guidelines for future construction or modification that may affect surrounding residents. He has consistently been able to resolve a majority of disputes avoiding costly litigation. Please feel free to call me at 310.802-5503 if you have any questions regarding the Community Development Department's relationship with the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution. Siiicerely, Richar• Thompson Director of Community Development Department City of Manhattan Beach City Hall Address: 1400 Highland Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 Visit the City of Manhattan Beach web site at http://www.citynab.info COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES OFFICE OF AFFIRMATIVE ACTION COMPLIANCE DENNIS A. TAFOYA Director September 18, 2006 City of Hermosa Beach 1315 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 To Whom It May Concern: Kenneth Hahn Hall of Administration 500 West Temple Street, Room 780 Los Angeles, California 90012 (213) 974-10801 FAX (213) 626-7034 TTY (213) 974-0911 Website: http:Uoaac.co.la.ca.us MEMBERS OF THE BOARD GLORIA MOLINA YVONNE BRATHWAITE BURKE ZEV YAROSLAVSKY DON KNASE MICHAEL D. ANTONOVICH I am writing in support of the City of Hermosa Beach renewing its dispute resolution services contract with Mr. Lance Widman, Executive Director of the South Bay Resolution Center (Center). Mr. Widman is a colleague of mine whom I have had the pleasure of supervising during our joint tenure at the Los Angeles County Bar Association Dispute Resolution Center (DRS), and with whom I now work as a member of his board for the Center. Alternative dispute management/resolution is fast becoming the preferred method of responding to conflicts in our municipalities and on school campuses_ Reasons for this growing trend - include reduced occurrences of litigation, improved human relations, and settlement agreements that last. My work with Lance over the years has supported these outcomes in a variety of conflict situations (e.g., 'neighbor -neighbor, landlord -tenant, business -consumer, student -student). He is a highly skilled mediator and administrator. While working for DRS Mr. Widman single-handedly managed our South Bay office and achieved. exceptional resolution rates for our clients. He is extremely ethical and holds himself to high professional standards. I urge the city of Hermosa Beach to continue its long-established and positive working relationship with Mr. Widman and the South Bay Resolution Center. The renewal of such a relationship would no doubt provide continuity of quality dispute management/resolution options for its citizenry. It would also lend to other efforts and collaborations that the City has embarked upon to improve and maintain a civil society. If I can be of further assistance I can be reached at my office at (626) 943-5612. Respectfully, Donna Parker Deputy Compliance Officer Equal Employment Opportunity County Of Los Angeles Mr. James M. Acquarelli 2782 Wheatfield Circle Simi Valley, CA 93063 To whom it may concern: August 2, 2006 I am a sworn police officer for a major South Bay police department, in the southern California area, of Los Angeles County (twenty-seven years tenure). Throughout my career, and presently, I regularly utilize the services of the. South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution to assist me with the numerous situations I respond to in my profession. The Executive Director, Lance Widman, is an experienced conflict resolution expert, and an outstanding individual (conscientious, knowledgeable and organized). The Center provides a variety of alternative dispute resolution services (conciliation, mediation, negotiation and group facilitation), serving the twelve neighboring South Bay cities. Over the years, I referred numerous cases to the Center. The Center's innovative conflict resolution techniques prevented and settled hundreds of disputes. By resolving these situations, the Center afforded the parties opportunities to avoid litigations and improve capacities to arrive at mutually acceptable resolutions. The staff's experiences in resolving complex interpersonal, organizational and policy disputes, ranging from landlord/tenant to neighbor to domestic, and much more, resulted in "freeing up" countless law enforcement hours (response, resource and investigation). Part of my California State University graduate program studies encompassed working at a dispute resolution center for one semester (internship). I worked for the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution during the spring of 2003. I experienced first hand just how valuable the Center's work could be. During that semester, over 90% of the disputes handled by the staff were resolved at a fraction of the cost of hiring an attorney. The Center offered client convenience, confidentiality, and cost effectiveness. The Center's services empowered the parties to create their own solutions, thus emphasizing ownership and accountability. In one situation, the Center's staff handled a multi-party/ multi -issue between a church and neighbors regarding construction and lighting. What would have taken months in litigation to resolve, this complex and regional concern, involving many people and public agencies, became a mutual agreement between the parties, because the Center tailored the process to meet their needs. The staff guided the parties toward a superior alternative to a legal process that sometimes demonstrates inflexibility. • • 1 cannot say enough about Executive Director Lance Widman and his staff. They are superb individuals — interested, caring, positive and sensitive professionals. Their successes predicate themselves on their uncanny abilities and skills to listen reflectively. 1 continually hear raving revues from the other cities on how valuable the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution is in solving a wide variety of disputes, while assisting law enforcement so their efforts may be channeled to other areas. Please contact me at (805) 527-7620 (residence), or (310) 379-2477 x12391# (employment), to answer any questions or provide further details about this marvelous program. Thank you very much. Respectfully, James M. Acquarelli Gentlemen: Please see the following recap of my recent experience with South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution. My case involved a tree trimming dispute and eventually included three neighbors. I contacted the Center at the request of a Hermosa Beach police officer early this year. Lance Widman, Executive Director returned my call within 24 hours. I gave Lance the circumstances and my impressions of the dispute and spoke with him at length regarding his services and potential outcomes. Lance's experience with similar disputes gave him a wealth of knowledge which he was very willing to share. I understand he provided the same help to the other neighbors participating in this dispute as well. Lance made a number of calls to arrange a meeting time that was acceptable for all the neighbors. He provided a mediator who was experienced, knowledgeable and professional. The mediator provided ground rules for the meeting, worked diligently to record the various requests of the neighbors involved and worked to a conclusion in one meeting. The entire meeting lasted less than two hours. While I was not entirely satisfied with the outcome, I believe that the neighbors involved would not have reached any acceptable conclusion without the services provided by Lance and his group. I feel Lance and South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution provide a valuable resource for Hermosa Beach. I highly recommend Lance and would not hesitate to call him again. Based on my experience, the Center is a much more efficient and effective means of resolving disputes than using the City's General Service's personnel and police officers. Michael Markley 2421 Silverstrand Avenue Hermosa Beach, CA 310 376 3393 • � L CONTRO1 2200 Jefferson Street Torrance, CA 90501 September 8, 2006 To Whom It May Concern This letter is in reference to the services provided to Torrance Police Animal Control from the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution. From January 2004 to the present, 51 animal related cases were forwarded through Dispute Resolution. Over 80% of those cases were resolved by using mediation and many of the issues involved minor disputes between neighbors. The Dispute Resolution process has enabled the Animal Control staff to devote more time and energy towards issues of higher priority. This process also provides for a rapid resolution of problems in very professional manner, while documenting the cases for future reference. A recent workshop hosted by the Center for Dispute Resolution provided a forum for Animal Control members from surrounding communities to work together on common problems. All attendees agreed that having this tool to resolve complaints on animal control matters was very valuable. Shayne Br' Animal Control Supervisor City of Torrance • July 17, 2006 To Whom It May Concern: This letter is written to recommend the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution (SBCDR) under the direction of Lance Widman, for selection in the REP process currently proceeding in the City of Hermosa Beach. I have been a volunteer mediator for this organization for over 12 years and thus can provide a unique and well qualified analysis and recommendation to those in position to make the DRS selection in Hermosa Beach. During my time with the organization I have conducted and/or participated in close to 100 mediations. I was initially trained in 1990 by the LA County Bar Dispute Resolution. Service which served the entire LA County. Lance was one of the trainers at this time. And being a resident of Hermosa Beach since 1960 (46 years), it was a natural follow-on for me to become involved in the SBCDR. I am one of many volunteer mediators that Lance can depend on for this service in the South Bay, but in particular, Hermosa Beach. I have found that Lance has an extremely broad and deep understanding of the mediation process and has a unique talent for recognizing how to field and treat each mediation request from the first telephone request by a disputant to the final post -mediation follow-up. I personally get great personal benefit by contributing to the community (Hermosa and the greater S. Bay) as I see very positive results from our clients (the disputants) who enter the mediation process in disarray and very often leave in greater faith in the resolutions foraged by our SBCDS and an absence (or abatement) of the problems that brought them in. I would not continue in a volunteer capacity if this were not so. And... this does not happen automatically; it requires good mediators, good administration execution and a disciplined adherence to the current best practices for the mediation process. Of course a factor in the current success of the SBCDR is the incumbent management process that has built on a long history of successes in Hermosa Beach and the greater South Bay. A key aspect for what makes the SBCDRS work is the skilled competent administration of the SBCDS, conducted by Lance Widman. I honestly can't imagine how one person manages the disputants, the mediators, and the follow-thru for the volume of mediation requests that come thru the system. I will tell you that the most value criteria (as a mediator) that I see in Lance personally is his ability to pick the right mediators for the particular clients and his ability to ensure that we mediators are not burdened by the paper and bureaucracy involved with mediations; this lets us ply our skills as mediators with minimal bureaucratic side issues. • In sum, please select the SDCDR based on the history of its successes over the last several years, the competent management of the organization, and the quantity and quality of its large staff of mediators. I am sure you will find very similar recommendations and comments from my many fellow mediators if they provide comments to you as I have. I would be happy to elaborate on any of the foregoing discussion and am available to answer any clarifying questions from the above era George �Brown (Ph: 310-379-6306) Robert V. Wadden Jr. City Attorney 1400 Highland Avenue Manhattan Beach, CA 90266-4795 Telephone (310) 802-5061 To Whom It May Concern: FAX (310) 802-5251 TDD (310) 546-3501 September 12, 2006 The City of Manhattan Beach has been fortunate to work together with Lance Widman and the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution for many years. During this time, the City has referred a broad range of civil conflicts ranging from barking dogs, to fence disputes,to parking and loud neighbors. The Center's knowledgeable staff has successfully mediated these disputes in a timely and professional manner. It has been our experience that once a matter has been referred to the Center, its staff remains in close communication with the City and all participants. The skill of the Center's staff is evidenced by the fact that most of the cases referred are resolved quickly and amicably with the file being closed and no further action being taken by the City. These cases might well have escalated into criminal prosecution were it not for Lance's adept handling and seasoned and measured mediation skills. Many of the participants have thanked our office for providing such a valuable resource to the community. We are grateful to have Lance's services available. His expertise is well known and we a J- aware that his skills make all our lives easier. RVW/wsm Sincerely, Robert V. + adden, Jr. City Attorney Fire Department Address: 400 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 FAX (310) 802-5201 Police Department Address: 420 15th Street, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 FAX (310) 802-5107 Public Works Department Address: 3621 Bell Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 FAX (310) 546-1752 http://www.ciananhattan-beach.ca.us Terrill Hill Burnett 703 Pier Avenue #B-240, Hermosa Beach CA 90254 Voice & Fax 310.318.3304 Email thburnett@gmail.com August 1, 2006 Re: South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution Dear Sir or Madam, I understand that you will be evaluating the services provided by the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution in the next few months. I've been involved with the Center in a range of capacities: as a Board member, volunteer mediator and resident of Hermosa Beach. In each case my experience has been extremely positive. I hope that you will renew the Center's contract and increase its funding for the coming year. Serving on the Board of Directors for the Center since 2002, I've noted its sound management and keen commitment to meeting community needs. I've been especially impressed by the Center's ability to keep administrative costs to a minimum and run as lean as possible by using volunteer staff and mediators. The Center fills an important role in the community; in dealing with neighbor and business conflicts and disputes, it relieves the load on police and City staff so that they can focus on their primary duties. The Center has an outstanding rate of success in resolving disputes and in defusing conflicts before they become more serious. I've served as a volunteer mediator in the South Bay since 1992, including several mediations a year for the Center. I find the quality and training of the Center's mediators to be exceptionally high, many of them trained by the Director, Lance Widman. For 20 years, Lance has been a well-known and well-respected educator in Los Angeles in both dispute resolution theory and practice. He provides important training in Dispute Resolution to the local schools and to the police departments in the South Bay. Moreover, numerous officers who have had formal instruction as mediators have done their hands-on internships with the Center. There are in fact very few opportunities for mediators to get practical experience in actual live mediation, especially supervised by such an experienced individual. Continuity is also a consideration. The Center's services are well-known throughout the South Bay and many residents rely on it as a trusted resource. It would be a serious loss to the community if the Center's contract were not renewed and expanded. Please feel free to call me if I can offer any additional information about the Center and its important role in our South Bay community. Sincerely, T. H. Burnett • Police Department W. Joseph Leonardi. Chief of Police To whom it may concern: 401 Diamond Street, P.O. Box 639 Redondo Beach, California 90277-0639 www.redondo.org August 16, 2006 tel 310 379-2477 fax 310 372-0167 redondo BEACH I have worked with Mr. Widman on several different cases throughout the City of Redondo Beach involving both residents and businesses. Several of the calls for service that get referred to me deal with non -criminal situations. The majority of them deal with Civil ("quality of life") issues. With Mr. Widman and the services provided by Dispute Resolution, Iam able to work. with Lance to help resolve these issues; while giving me time to concentrate on other matters involving the Police Department and the community. Mr. Widman is able to take the time to work closely with the parties involved in the dispute, and in most cases, develop a solution that all parties can agree upon. Otherwise, these situations end up going to civil court costing all parties considerable amounts of money, effort and time. I 'believe that these services provided by Mr. Widman and his staff save the City of Redondo Beach the cost of utilizing City employees in dealing with these issues. We have worked closely ever the years and have been able to close many cases, which otherwise would never have concluded or would end up with someone possibly being injured. Mr. Widman and his staff also ' rork with Animal Control and Code Enforcement. I spoke briefly with Municipal Enforcement Supervisor Pattie Ziello who has had the same positive results while working with Mr. Widman. I believe that Mr. Widman's efforts, along with his staff significantly reduce the amount of `hon -emergency" calls that our patrol officers would otherwise have to respond to. Thus, freeing them up to focus on issues related to police patrol and response to emergency calls for service. One -very important fact is that Mr. Widman, and his staff provide a forum bringing members of the community together to solve these issues themselves. Sincerely, +Officer Michael Di Community Serviced Unit 411 Tedond.o Beach Police Dept. +310) 379-2477 x2493 •. City of Manhattan Beach Human Resources Phone: (310) 802-5250 FAX: (310) 802-5251 TDD: (310) 546-3501 Mr. Lance Widman South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution 1015 4h Street Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 RE: Letter of Reference Dear Sir/Madame, July 17, 2006 The City of Manhattan Beach is pleased to recommend the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution (The Center) to perform mediation services for your organization. The Center has been contracting with our City since 2000 and continues to excel in resolving problems that deal with landlord/tenant, neighbor/neighbor, business/consumer and employer/employee issues. Their ability to successfully mediate disputes has saved the City countless dollars and staffing hours. Further, the Center staff has provided excellent in house training for police and code enforcement officers focusing on active listening skills and defusing difficult situations with irate customers. The Center has resolved over 200 disputes referred by the Police Department, City Attorney, Animal Control and Code Enforcement among others, under the City's contract with the Center, at no cost to the parties, with a success rate exceeding 70%. Further, several hundred residents per year who have sought information, legal assistance and referrals to other community based organizations have also benefited from the Center's. services: Please feel free to contact me if I can provide greater detail. S. cerely, ward Fis Risk Mana City Hall Address: 1400 Highland Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 Visit the City of Manhattan Beach web site at http://www.citymb.info • July 30, 2006 To Whom It May Concern: Recently, I have had occasion to call upon the services -of Lance Widmarrand the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution. I found Mr. Widman to be knowledgeable, prompt in responding to requests, and above all, candid and forthright in his dealings with me. Mr. Widman was able to initiate a dialog with a property owner who had refused to take my calls over a 90 -day period. Lance's follow-up was thorough and efficient. He even went -so far as to recommend other agencies- that- might assist me with this problem. Mr. Widman's service was invaluable. The fact that our city provides such resources to its residents is yet another reason that makes Hermosa Beach_ such a great place to live. Sincerely, Ge+ irsch Hermosa Beach redAre 8 E A Recreation and Community Services Department Housing Authority July 24, 2006 320 Knob Hill, Room 2 Redondo Beach, California 90277 www.redondo.org To Whom It May Concern, tel 310 318-0635 fax 310 543-1730 I would like to take this opportunity to tell you about the excellent working relationship my staff and I have with Lance Widman and about the terrific service he has always provided to our Housing Division. I have known Lance professionally for many years. Each year, for as long back as I can recall, Lance has agreed to be a featured speaker at our city's annual landlord/tenant fair housing workshop. Lance's presentations are always informative, interesting, relevant, engaging, and delivered with much enthusiasm. The attendees, as well as staff, really seem to enjoy and learn a lot from Lance. Lance also serves as the Hearing Officer for our Section 8 Rent Assistance Program. The position requires Lance to be familiar with the guidelines of the program and to decide whether or not to uphold our staff decisions to terminate tenants who we believe seriously violated program rules. The Hearing Officer's decision is final; therefore it is extremely important that Lance carefully examine and consider each case on its own merits. I can say without hesitation that he has always done that. And even during the most challenging of hearings, Lance has always managed to keep the proceedings under control. He listens and asks questions impartially, making sure everyone has an opportunity to discuss all relevant facts and to respond to all allegations, concerns and questions. Mostly, Lance has ultimately ruled in favor of the Housing Authority, yet it is to Lance's credit that we have never had a tenant complain about the hearing process itself. Finally, our staff also refers tenants who have disputes with their neighbors or landlords to the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution. In some cases, I know that Lance has taken much of his own time to assist tenants who were especially • • in need. For instance, not too long ago there was an elderly woman facing eviction from one of Redondo Beach's senior housing complexes, and Lance spent many hours helping her. In conclusion, the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution is a valuable resource to the office and our community. We hope to continue the positive working relationship we have with Lance and the Center for many years to come. Wendy VIS chenbach Housing anager S Jack Bal as Attorney -At -Law 821 Chautauqua Blvd. Pacific Palisades, California 90272 Phone 310454-4892 Fax 310-454-8404 E-mail jballas4@esrthlink.net August 23, 2006 To Whom It May Concern: LIA• I am a Member of the Board of Directors of the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution (SBCDR). It is my understanding that you are considering retaining the SBCDR to provide arbitration and mediation services to your community. Not only is this an important social decision for your community but it is an important economic one as well. As a former Prosecutor and City Attorney for a large South Bay city, I can say from personal experience that had my office had the services of SBCDR available to us, it would have made "life in the big city" easier for all parties. While my office had to make due with existing resources, we could certainly have benefited from having an outside source for resolving neighborhood complaints. These complaints, which included a myriad of problems from barking dogs to property line disputes to noisy parties had a way of getting out of control if they were not dealt with quickly and effectively. The diversion of City staff to deal with these issues meant that some other City function, be it prosecution or police would have to suffer. Resolving disputes between citizens or citizens and agencies by utilizing the services of SBCDR will enable all parties to have a voice and a fair hearing in matters that concern them. The satisfactory resolution of such issues reduces the build up of animosity and tensions within a City while at the same time reducing the costs to bring these matters to a conclusion. Over the years, the SBCDR has been instrumental in accomplishing these tasks for a number of Cities in the South Bay. The local and regional experience of its mediators and the accumulated wisdom of its hands-on Director, Lance Widman, present a package that can provide significant benefit to a cash- strapped agency and allow it to more wisely deploy its economic resources. I strongly urge you to contract with the SBCDR. Thank you. To Whom It May Concern: My name is Chris Roosen and I am a Police Officer with the City of Torrance. I'm writing this letter to express my personal view on how important the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution is to a Police Officer and any citizen who is looking for education, guidance and direction in resolving conflict. As a Police Officer, we are tasked on a daily basis to resolve conflict from within the community. This can range from "Business Disputes" to the most common, "Neighbor Disputes." When a Police Officer responds to a dispute he is tasked to resolve the situation in a timely manner so he can be available for the next call_ Although a majority of the disputes are resolved, not all disputes can be resolved completely. In situations where disputes can not be immediately resolved, the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution provides officers and citizens an excellent and vital resource for conflict resolution. As a South Bay Dispute Resolution counselor, I have recognized the benefits the Center provides. Having a dispute resolution Center available can decrease a Police Departments call for service and it provides guidance and direction to all involved parties on how to properly resolve disputes. The South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution is a well established association that provides a high level of service and creative conflict resolution techniques. The Center would be a true asset to any city and an excellent tool for its citizens and their Police Department. Respectively Submitted Sergeant Chris Roosen September 11, 2006 Attention: Peter Tucker Sam Edgerton Michael Keegan J.R. Reviczky Patrick Bobko City of Hermosa Beach, CA 1315 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 I am writing you today to express my desire to have the City of Hermosa Beach continue contracting for the Services of the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution operated by Lance Widman. I believe that this city -provided service is a great example of something that we do right in the city and that we should continue on with the proven expertise of Lance Widman. I first became aware of the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution through the HB Police Department in connection with a dispute I had with my neighbor. I had first-hand experience with the services of Mr. Widman in August of 2003. I used his service to help mitigate this neighbor dispute. I found Mr. Widman to be professional every step of the way. Since I had met Mr. Widman previously (I did not know about this service at that time), I thought he might have a bias and see things "more my way." My experience was quite the opposite, Mr. Widman was completely neutral. This personal experience showed me that Mr. Widman was a true professional in this field. In this case the problem was resolved. I believe that it is in the city's best interest to have dispute resolution contract services and to continue to have this program available. I believe that this service will save our city police time and that it is a great asset to the city. Finally I believe that it is in the city's best interest to continue contracting with the services of the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution Center because Lance Widman has a proven record of providing excellent service to our city and as a resident of the city he has tirelessly strived to make it better. I can't imagine a better person to provide this service. Sincerely, Kent J. Allen 1523 Golden Ave Hermosa Beach, Ca 90254 310-937-1011 • • Planning Department Code Enforcement 415 Diamond Street, P.0. Box 270 Redondo Beach, California 90277-0270 www.redondo.org July 31, 2006 TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN: tel 310 372-1171 Ext. 2454 North tel 310372-1171 Ext. 2448 South faz 310372-8021 redondo BEACH I would like to offer this letter of support for South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution (SBCDR), and particularly the Director, Lance Widman. The service that SBCDR provides has become a valuable resource to my staff and me. We frequently refer citizens to SBCDR, mostly for those types of cases in which there is not a violation of the Municipal Code, but the issues are such that much consternation is caused between the parties. In an overwhelming majority of the time, SBCDR is able to get a resolution to the problem saving the City time and resources in these matters. The citizens are equally pleased because their neighborhood issues are resolved without enduring the angst of going to court, testifying, etc. I previously managed the parking enforcement and animal control functions in the. City. The City enjoyed a very productive working relationship with SBCDR, especially in the area of barking dog complaints. If I cari be of further assistance, please feel free to contact me at (310) 318-0637. Yours truly, k Mike Magdaleno Municipal Enforcement Manager PHILIP TAMOUSH Arbitrator-Mediator Factfinder Post Office Box 1128 Torrance, California 90505-0128 (800) 747-9245 (Voice) (800) 903-4266 (Fax) (www.finaldisputeresolution.com philip@tamoush.com) (Principal Office & Mailing Address) San Francisco/East Bay 385 Grand Avenue, Suite 201 Oakland, California 94610-4816 August 20, 2006 Lance Widman, Executive Director South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution 10154th St. flermosa Beach, CA 90254 RE: Endorsement of South Bay Center Program Dear Lance, This is to express my complete support and endorsement of your program. As a member of the • Board of the South Bay Dispute Resolution Center, I have been extremely impressed with the tremendous acceptance by virtually every South Bay local government of the work of the Center. In my over 30 years as an active Arbitrator and Mediator, I have not encountered a community-based program which is more effective than yours. You have been serving the critical conflict resolution needs of many South Bay cities with complete success and acceptance. I believe every city should have a program like yours. The South Bay Center is certainly worthy of consideration by any city. Mediation of local disputes is one of the most important elements of our current society. Civil discussion and settlement of differences is what it is all about. Your Center has been in the forefront in Southern California in effecting the peaceful resolution of impasses between neighbors, local governments and the public, and business owners and customers. Local governments have been well -served by your programs. I look forward eagerly to continuing our relationship. As a Mediator and Arbitrator myself, I know the importance of 'due process' mechanisms. I do hope that local governments everywhere will continue to support your Center as the best example of what good, professional expertise is all about. Sincerely, Philip Tamoush • PT1P$1:7 CITY OF TORRANCE ENVIRONMENTAL DIVISION COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT JEFFERY W. GIBSON COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR August 8, 2006 To Whom it May Concern: The City of Torrance Environmental Division has made use of the services of Lance Widman and the Dispute Resolution Center on numerous occasions throughout the years. We have found him to be a very valuable resource in helping to resolve some of our more difficult neighborhood issues. He keeps us. involved throughout the process, so that we know what is going on every step of the way, and are aware of the final disposition. One of the most recent mediations Mr. Widman undertook for us involved neighbors with issues regarding a fence, property lines, slopes and usage of the sloped area. Although it took some doing, he was able to help the parties come to a resolution that was satisfactory to both, and avoid the issue spilling over into the Planning Commission. Mr. Widman has made presentations to our staff on several occasions, helping us to understand the services he offers and sharing his insight into the code enforcement process, as well as facilitating meetings with other local code enforcement departments to share information. We highly recommend the services of Lance Widman and the Dispute Resolution Center. Sincerely, Linda Cessna Deputy Community Development Director 3031 Tnrranre Rntjiavarrl • Tr.rrannc. - nv+ n cnnn • Law Offices of Steven E.Wohn 5155 West Rosecrans Avenue Suite 211 Los Angeles, California 90250 Telephone: (310) 316-0983 Facsimile: (310) 379-9839 Cell Phone: (310) 795-1403 Email: stevewohnlaw(a'amsn.com August 5, 2006 Mayor City of Hermosa Beach 1015 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 Re: South Bay Dispute Center Dispute Resolution/RFP Dear Mayor and City Council: It has come to my attention that South Bay Center Dispute Resolution ("SBCDR") is submitting a bid for contract extension for mediation services in your fine community. I have had the distinct pleasure of working with the Center and in particular its director Lance Widman on many occasions in recent years. I would like to offer an opinion for the Council to consider in the process of your review of the outstanding proposal. It is apparent the Center offers a unique and valuable service to the local community in many ways. In a world centering on congestion, the promotion of personal issues and adjudication of property rights the mediation services offered by Mr. Widman and his staff fill a vital role in helping citizens_ obtain immediate, informed and reasonably -priced resolution services. Mr. Widman's abilities,in particular emphasize both the intellectual and practical aspects of his personal character which are essential elements in gaining the respect and attention needed to make a meaningful contribution to any mediation or quasi -legal situation. I have observed the Center utilizes top flight personnel under its umbrella of mediation services and as a lawyer of twenty three years good standing in this State can only say there are many things Mr. and Widman and his staff can provide that the legal community cannot effectively provide. I would expect that these services, when approved under the proposed contract will provide -an incredibly useful tool for both administrative agencies and law enforcement within the City to use for issue -resolution purposes. The net effect is to lighten the public workload and providing a meaningful alternative to citizens markedly reducing public complaints and the ensuing legal friction. I would be more than happy to answer any questions or offer this endorsement in person for I feel very strongly about the positive nature of having an option such as SBCDR at your disposal. I would also observe that any participants or attorneys I have met in the courseof mediation matters have nothing but complimentary words for the fashion in which the Center has handled matters with which I am familiar. Page Two August 5, 2006 • SBCDR/RFP Please contact me as needed. Please let me now if 1 can assist in any way. cereI, Steven E. Wohn • • City of Manhattan Beach Community Development Phone: (310) 802-5500 FAX: (310) 802-5501 TDD: (310) 546-3501 South Bay Center Dispute Resolution 1015 4th Street Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 July 21, 2006 Subject: Commendable Performance by Lance Widman of South Bay Center Dispute Resolution To Whom It May Concern: I have worked with Lance Widman for over ten years. His work performance as Executive Director for the South Bay Center Dispute Resolution and for the fowler Dispute Resolution Service has always been professional and effective. As Building Official for the City of Manhattan Beach, I have called upon Lance Widman to assist with at least one to two cases per month. Because the City of Manhattan Beach has no resource to resolve private neighbor property damage disputes or rental disagreements between the tenant and landlord, Mr. Widman's services have been invaluable not only for this city hall, but more importantly for the residents and customers of city hall. He has been consistently able to resolve a majority of these disputes outside the costly court and litigation arena. Sincerely, Carol Jacobson; C.B.O., Building Official City of Manhattan Beach 31.4.802-5525 City Hall Address: 1400 Highland Avenue, Manhattan Beach, CA 90266 Visit the. City of Manhattan Beach web site at http://www.citymb.info TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN LANCE WIDMAN AND HIS STAFF OF SEASONED MEDIATORS IS A SERVICE INDISPENSABLE TO OUR COMMUNITY, IT'S CITIZENS AND POLICE DEPARTMENTS, THESE SERVICES SAVE US THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS, AS WELL AS MUCH,MUCH, TIME AND EFFORD BY CREATING PEACE AND ESTABLISHING COMMUNICATION AMONG CITIZENS INVOLVED IN BITTER CONFLICT,THERE BY FREEING POLICE AND OTHER SERVICES TO PROTECT AND 3 cr J -to 00 so ARE YOU CONCERNED ABOUT * the old fence along your property line that needs to be repaired or replaced? * the return of your security deposit or rental unit repairs/maintenance? * the quality of service received from a local business? * the new construction that started on •ur neighbor's property? * the hostile climate that has developed with your roommate(s)? * use of the common areas or guest and assigned parking issues? * workplace conflicts with a coworker or supervisor? * on-going noise disputes with your neighbor(s) and/or their pets? * settling a dispute with your landlord, ghbor, friend, tenant or consumer ithout going to Small Claims Court? "The Courts of this country should not be the place where the resolution of disputes begins. They should be the places where disputes end, after alternative methods of resolving disputes have been considered and tried " Justice Sandra Day O'Connor United States Supreme Court • so EP 1-3 tli t /;,,e''' e.)-1 g 1-1 121 ' 0 kill cl dy o pel NEh41. SOUTH BAY CENTER DISPUTE RESOLUTION 1015 4TH STREET HERMOSA BEACH,. CA (31o), 376_'7O117 THE S H BAY CENTER is an associa ion of experienced profess- ionals in conflict resolution. Our expertise is available to assist people who may be experiencing conflict in their personal or professional lives. We use established and creative conflict resolution techniques to prevent, manage, settle and resolve dis- putes. Thus, the parties can hopefully avoid litigation and improve their capacity to arrive at mutually satisfactory resoles es to a wide variety of situations. SOUTH BAY PARTNERS IN DISPUTE RESOLUTION: Redondo Beach* Manhattan Beach* Hermosa Beach* Palos Verdes Estates Rancho Palos Verdes Lawndale * contracting agencies Torrance* El Segundo Hawthorne Lomita Gardena Inglewood YOU CAN SUPPORT SOUTH BAY DISPUTE RESOLUTION: * Use the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution program * Tell your friends and neighbors about the South Bay Center's program * Support community policing in our cities DISPUTE REOVUTION The Center provides a wide variety of alternative dispute resolution services, including conciliation, mediation and group facilitation. These services are * CONFIDENTIAL: An agreement among the parties that all discuss- ions and information divulged are confidential ensures candidand open communication. * CONVENIENT: Meetings are scheduled at a time and location most convenient for the parties, and most disputes are resolved in one session. * INEXPENSIVE: For parties who have been referred by a staff member of a contracting city, there is no charge for Center services. Otherwise, there is a sliding scale case processing fee (0 to $100). * COST EFFECTIVE: More than 90% of the disputes handled by the Center's staff have been resolved, at a fraction of the cost of hiring attorneys and courtroom litigation. * TAILORED TO MEET NEEDS: The Center's services are designed to empower the parties to create their own solutions that meet their individual and mutual needs, as a superior alternative to the inflex- ible legal process. TYPES OF DISPUT• The Center's professional staff have decades of experience resolving complex interpersonal, organizational and public policy disputes. These include: * NEIGHBORS: property lines, yard maintenance, pets, parking, noise * LANDLORDS/TENANTS: security deposits, repairs, evictions, privacy * BUSINESS/CONSUMER: refunds, repairs, deposits, warranties * DOMESTIC: roommates, domestic partners, family members, friends * HOMEOWNER ASSOCIATIONS: repairs, CCR's, board/owner issues * WORKPLACE: employee/employer,.: employee/employee, dismissal, wages .. * MULTI-PARTY/MULTI-ISSUE: complex and/or regional issues that involve many people/public agencies "Discourage litigation. Persuade your neigh- bor to compromise whenever you can. Point out to them how the nominal winner is often a real loser -- in fees, expenses and waste of time." Abraham Lixtebl Lloyd's Certificate This Insurance is effected with certain Underwriters at Lloyd's, London (not incorporated). This Certificate is issued in accordance with the limited authorization granted to the Correspondent by certain Underwriters at Lloyd's, London whose names and the proportions underwritten by them can be ascertained from the office of said Correspondent (such Underwriters being hereinafter called "Underwriters") and in consideration of the premium specified herein, Underwriters do hereby bind themselves each for his own part, and not one for another, their heirs, executors and administrators. . The Assured is requested to read this Certificate, and if not correct, return it immediately to the Correspondent for appropriate alteration. The Correspondent issuing this Certificate is: COMPLETE ut EQUITY Er MARKETS--=�'"� INC. \i," dba Complete Equity Markets Insurance Agency, Inc. 1098 South Milwaukee Avenue Wheeling, Illinois 60090-6398 (800)323-6234 * (847) 541-0900 • CEM SLC -3 USA } END.# 850908 PREVIOUS# 850413 AUTH.# CP0607770 DECLARATIONS ARBITRATORS AND MEDIATORS PROFESSIONAL LIABILITY INSURANCE issued to the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF SALARIED PROFESSIONALS PURCHASING GROUP and SPECIFIED MEMBERS OF THE SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA MEDIATORS ASSOCIATION EVIDENCE OF INSURANCE effected with certain UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYD'S, LONDON PARTICIPATION HEREON': 100% SOUTH BAY CENTER FOR DISPUTE RESOLUTION 1015 4th Street Hermosa Beach CA 90254 • LIMITS OF LIABILITY: Each claim: Aggregate: Deductible Retroactive Date: $1,000,000.00 $1,000,000.00 $1,000.00 each claim NONE PREMIUM (Including endorsements): Purchasing Group Tax for CA @ 3% TOTAL LLOYD'S PREMIUM (Including Taxes): $1,755.00 $52.65 $1,807.65 PERIOD OF INSURANCE: From October 4, 200612:01 a.m. to October 4, 200712:01 a.m. Special Conditions: #1- Several Liability Notice LSW 1001 #2 - Small Additional and Return Premiums Clause NMA 1168 #3 - Nuclear Incident Exclusion Clause NMA 1256 #4 - Management Errors & Omissions #5 --.Training Services #6 - Additional Insured AIF 2643 (four) #7 - 30 Day Notice of Cancellation AIF 2119 (four) In consideration of •the.a:dditional premium paid and in reliance upon the statements in the application attached hereto, the above specified member is an Assured under the Certificate of Insurance issue to the National Association of Salaried Professionals Purchasing Group by Underwriters at Lloyd's, London for the period of insurance and limits of liability specified above. All other terms, conditions, and exclusions of the Certificate are unchanged. This certifies that the attached Certificate is a true copy of the original document issued. All other terms, conditions, limits and exclusions remain unchanged. Attached to and forming part of Certificate No.: 850908 Dated: September 1, 2006 P178**3 10013715 UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYD'S, LONDON Complete Equity Markets, Inc. dba Complete Equity Markets Insurance Agency, Inc. (CASL#0D44077) By AMENDATORY ENDORSEM NO.: 850908 ASSURED: SOUTH BAY CENTER FOR DISPUTE RESOLUTION EFFECTIVE: October 4, 2006 to October 4, 2007 IDNAL PREMIUM: Included AMENDATORY ENDORSEMENT ADDITIO AL INSURED In consideration of the Assured's payment of the premium set forth on the Declarations, it is hereby understood and agreed that under Certificate No.: 850908 the following: City of Torrance City of Redondo Beach City of Manhattan Beach City of Hermosa Beach is/are added to coverage under Certificate No. 850908 as an additional insured(s), but only as respects the operations of the .Named Assured and subject to the terms, conditions, limits, and exclusions of the policy of insurance. All other terms, conditions, limits and exclusions remain unchanged. Attached to and forming part of Certificate No.: 850908 Dated: September 1, 2006 AIU 2643 (12/04) • Lib*'121 Endorsement #6 UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYD'S, LONDON (CASL#OD440 Complete E uity Markets, Inc. dba CompleteEquity Markets Insurance Agency, Inc. 77 _ By AMENDATORY ENDORSEMEE .: 850908 ASSURED: SOUTH BAY FOR DISPUTE RESOLUTION EFFECTIVE: October 4, 2006 to October 4, 2007 ADDIVIAL PREMIUM: Included 30 DAY NOTICE OF CANCELLATION ENDORSEMENT In consideration of the additional premium paid as shown on the Declarations, it is hereby understood and agreed that if Underwriters cancel this insurance for any reason other than non-payment of premium, Underwriters shall provide a 30 -day written notice of cancellation to the following: Ms. Mary Giordano City of Torrance 3031 Torrance Boulevard Torrance CA 90503 Mr. Michael Webb City of Redondo Beach 415 Diamond Street Redondo Beach CA 90277 Mr. Howard Fishman City of Manhattan Beach 1400 Highland Avenue Manhattan Beach CA 90266 Mr. Steve Burrell City of Hermosa Beach 1315 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach CA 90254 All other terms, conditions, limits and exclusions remain unchanged. Attached to and forming part of Certificate No.: 850908 Dated: September 1, 2006 AIF 2119 Lib**23 revised 7/04 8/04 Endorsement #7 UNDERWRITERS AT LLOYD'S, LONDON Complete Equity Markets, Inc. dba Complete Equity Markets Insurance Agency, Inc. (CASL#OD4407 By • EDWARD II. DAVIS MEDIATION methadon, arbitration, negotiation RECEIVEIP SEP 2 5 2006 • er_ • • wieNF VOW lb' .O 5942 Edinger Avenue Suite # 113-226 Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Phone (714) 840-9234 Fax: (714) 840-9508 ed4jit@yahoo.com www.edwardhdavis.com September 20, 2006 Stephen Burrell, City Manager City of Hermosa Beach 1315 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 Dear Mr. Burrell: This letter serves to express my interest in providing dispute resolution services to Hermosa Beach residents and businesses. I am a skilled and experienced mediator with contracts to supply mediation services for a variety of agencies including the Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (E.E.O.C.),California State Employee Mediation Program (SEMP) Dept. of Insurance, and both the Los Angeles Appellate and Superior Courts. As you will note from the attached resume, I have substantial full-time experience, acquired over a period of many years, in investigations and mediation consulting. My law school training has provided me with substantial knowledge of contract language and my experience includes dispute and preventive mediations, investigations, and education, research, and outreach. As an experienced businessman, I have participated in numerous and diverse bargaining circumstances and I possess knowledge and experience of joint processes that improve labor- management relationships. I have many years of experience in human resources and assessment. I am a graduate of Western State College of Law where I earned a Juris Doctor degree. My studies included conflict resolution as well as the basic law curriculum. In addition to my law school training, I have completed the classroom training requirements of Basic Mediation Training as required by the California Dispute Resolutions Programs Act and hold a certificate of completion from the Mediation Center of Orange County. I have completed additional training courses in the following subjects and from the following institutions in conflict resolution: Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC), Labor Management Conflicts, Los Angeles Superior Court, San Diego Superior Court; Mediation Center of Orange County, Los Angeles Bar Association Fee Dispute Program, Los Angeles Appellate Court, Westminster Superior Court Program, Community Services Program, Huntington Beach and Newport Beach Conflict Resolution Program, Cross -Cultural Conflict Resolution, Advanced Conflict Resolution, The Do's and Don'ts of Non -Verbal Communication. I have mediated and/or investigated over 900 cases since 1999, including 600+ cases for Los Angeles & San Diego Superior Court, Los Angeles County Bar Association Fee Dispute Program, Mediation Center of Orange County, Department of Fair Employment &Housing, California Department of Insurance, and Orange County Fair Housing .I have just returned from an overseas trip where I mediated cases for the US Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) with a 95% success rate. As an experienced businessman, as well as through my law school training, 1 bring a wealth of talents to the process. The diversity of my background enables me to relate to the complexities of the issues at hand and help to create an atmosphere that encourages solutions. As you will note from the accompanying resume, I have substantial experience acquired over a period of many years, in investigation, mediation and negotiation_ For more than twenty-five years, I worked for Bor-Air Freight Company, a worldwide transportation company. As Executive Vice - President, part of my duties included mediation and personnel issues. I conducted program assessment and developed policies and procedures, especially in relation to the anti -discrimination and equal opportunity issues and the various labor contracts of the company. I am well aware of the confidentiality issues involved. I possess sound facilitation and problem -solving skills that have been demonstrated in my high success rate. The issues I deal with are related to equal employment, work discipline, wrongful termination, unfair labor practices, landlord -tenant, homeowner associations, family disputes, consumer affairs. I have collaborated with employees, management, and labor unions involving adverse actions ranging from reprimands and suspensions to terminations. I am able to communicate effectively and I make use of my skills in information systems in order to facilitate the process. My law school training covered all applicable laws and I also participated in many seminars sponsored by the E.E.O.C. to keep me up-to—date on the latest additions to the laws. As a consultant, I am very aware of the remedies available for those people who were subject to discrimination and am familiar with the process. Many of my investigations involve issues of reasonable accommodation and healthcare. I have been responsible for developing alternatives and collaborating with human resource professionals on workers compensation, disability, retirement, and return to -work. In this regard, I have been responsible for establishing creative modifications to usual and customary job duties as well as neighborhood complaints. My schedule is flexible and can be adapted according to the needs of your program. I am confident that I would be a valuable addition to your program and welcome the opportunity to meet with you to discuss the enclosed proposal. Edward H. Davis Edward H. Davis Mediation • • In the last 6 years I have mediated over 650 cases, serving the following agencies, with a 85% success rate. Below are examples of some cases that settled Number AGENCIES CASE ISSUES) NUMBER RESULT Of SESSIONS SERVED NAME(S) OF CASES 8 DFEH Medical Group National Franchise Nationwide Retailers) Sexual Harassment 2 Settled 4 DFEH Trucking Co Retailer Discounter Manufacturer Wrongful Termination/Age 4 Settled 3 DFEH Medical Imaging Co. Sexual Harassment Gender Bias 1 Settled 11 LA Superior Court (LASC) Local City Construction Defects 8 7 Settled 9 LASC Property Company Breach of Contract/Real Estate Based on Race 9 7 Settled 3 San Diego Superior Court (SDSC) Landlord/ /Tenant Deposit Return Based on Gender 2 Settled 4 SDSC Landlord/ Tenant Sexual Harassment 4 Settled 3 SDSC Landlord/ Lessee Age Discrimination 2 Settled 2 Orange County Housing Authority (OCHA) Landlord/ Association Violence in the Work Place 2 Settled 7 Mediation Center of Orange County (MCOC) Landlord/ Tenant Unlawful Discrimination Based on Sex 6 Settled 14 MCOC Landlord/ Tenant Unlawful Discrimination Based on Nationality 12 10 Settled 7 OCHA Owners Association Unlawful Discrimination Based on Age 7 Settled 9 Society of Vincent Saint Paul (SVSP) Neighborhood Disputes Community Relations 6 Settled 40 EEOC Counties, Cities, Major corporations Sexual Harassment, Wrongful Termination, Discrimination 40+ 87% Settled Edward H. Davis Mediation NUMBER AGENCIES CASE NAME ISSUE NUMBER OF CASES RESULT OF SESSIONS SERVED 8 SVSP Landlord/ Tenant Unlawful Discrimination based on Sex and National Origin 7 Settled 45 LASC Construction/ Partnership/ Personal Injury/ Loan Default/ Medical Malpractice/ Business/ Breach of Contract/ Breach of Contract/ Automobile and Commercial Injury! Loan Disclosure/ Improper Medical Procedure Incomplete Contract Documents 45 35 Settled 70 MSOC Neighbor Disputes Barking Dogs Parking Children 70 56 Settled 2 Los Angeles County Bar Association (LACBA) - . Fee Disputes Client Attorney Fee Disputes 2 Settled 48 Orange County Superior Court (OCSC) Financial/ Neighborhood Disputes/ Dogs! Loans Failure to Repay Loans/ Barking Dogs/ Load Noise 48 43 Settled 6 OCSC Landlord Tenant Return of Deposit/ Return of Cleaning Fee's 6 Settled 7 OCSC Landlord Tenant Unlawful Discrimination Based On Sex & Nationality 7 Settled 14 Community Service Programs (CSP) Neighborhood Disputes Barking Bogs! Dissolution of Business Partnerships. 14 11 Settled 7 Huntington Beach Police Dept. Minor Civil Matters Noise Children Quite Enjoyment 7 6 Settled 3 Newport Beach Police Department Minor Civil Matters Noise Children Quit Enjoyment 3 Settled Edward 11. Davis Mediation 5942 Edinger Avenue Suite 113-226 Huntington Beach, CA 92649 Phone: (714) 840-9234 Fax: (714)840-9508 E-mail: ed4jitgyahoo.com http://vvww.edwardhdavis.com EDWARD H. DAVIS Summary of Qualifications: Thorough working knowledge of the principles, methods, practices, and techniques associated with mediation Approved mediation trainer for the U.S. Air Force Approved by E.E.O.C.ADR Program Demonstrated ability to mediate disputes Knowledge and familiarity with anti -discrimination laws Familiarity with laws governing collective bargaining wages, hours, etc. Effective presentation skills Proven ability to chair meetings and lead discussions Education & 1988 Western State College of Law Fullerton, CA Training Juris Doctor • Law Degree with emphasis in Mediation Techniques 1985 Western State University Fullerton, CA Bachelor of Science in Laws • Business Law (special program leading to law degree) 1999 Mediation Center of Orange County Costa Mesa,CA Certificate • 40 Hours Basic Mediation Training (Satisfies requirement for California Dispute Resolutions Act) 1999 Dispute Resolution Program Assoc.(DRPA) Costa Mesa CA • 30 Hours -Advanced Mediation Training 1999-2000 Westminster Court Westminster, CA • 24 Hours Court Mediation Training 2000 Los Angeles County Bar Association Los Angeles, CA • 2.75 Hours Fee Arbitration Training 2000-2001 The Mediation Center Costa Mesa, CA • 2 Hours - E.E.O.C. Mediation Training • 4.5 Hours -Americans with Disabilities Training • 8 hours DFEH Training • 16 hours- Body Language Training -Community Service Programs • 16 hours -Workplace Mediation —South West School of Law 2003-2004 Community Service Programs /SCMA Santa Ana, CA • 6 hours - Strategic Mediation • 4 hours - Advanced Mediation Seminar • 5 hours — Complex Employment Cases 2004 Los Angeles Appellate Court Los Angeles, CA • 32 hours -Appellate Mediation Training • Certificate Community Service Programs • Certificate Los Angeles Bar Association Experience: • 2005 -present EEOC- mediator for California Region (includes Hawaii and Guam) Mediating discrimination complaints • 2004 -present Appellate Court Mediation Panel Mediator -Los. Angeles County .Appellate. Court • 2002 -present California Dept. of Insurance Awarded contract to mediate various insurance disputes • 2002-2005 Dept of Fair Employment & Housing California Awarded contract to mediate disputes in employment & housing • 2001 -Present Superior Court of California County of San Diego Mediator for Mediation Pilot Program • 2000 -Present Superior Court of California County of Los Angeles Mediator for Early Mediation Pilot Program Mediated a variety of cases before The Superior Court • 1999 -present Community Service Programs Costa Mesa, CA Dispute mediation -Assisted parties to achieve sound and stable relationships. Trainer for new mediators. • 1978-1989 Convention Speaker Nationwide Conducted education, advocacy and outreach regarding collective bargaining and its value in a democratic society, and conflict resolution & its role in the labor-management community. Developed training modules. 1978-1996 BOR-AIR/NYCON SouthGate, CA Executive Vice -President : Responsible for Human Resources • Responsible for mediating employment issues & human resources • Arbitration of workplace disputes + National union negotiations • Workers' compensation, disability retirement, return -to -work Professional Southern California Mediation Association (SCMA) Memberships Community Service Programs (CSP) Society of SL Vincent de Paul Institute of Conflict Management Volunteer experience Orange County Fair Housing and Employment Los Angeles Superior Court San Diego Superior Court Westminster Superior Court Newport Beach/Santa Ana Police Department Orange County District Attorney's Office Agencies Served Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) Los Angeles Appellate Court Los Angeles Superior Court San Diego Superior Court Los Angeles County Bar Association (Fee Dispute Program) Orange County Bar Association Community Service Programs, Inc. (CSP) Westminster Small Claims Court Department of Fair Employment and Housing (DFEH) California Department of Insurance H.U.D. Community Block Grant Program California State Employee Mediation Program References Cherry -Marie D. Rojas, Esq. EEOC - Los Angeles District Office ADR Coordinator Telephone (213) 894-1030 E-mail: cherry.rojaseeoc.gov Max.Factor.ill„Esq. Southem.Califomia.Mediation.Association 345N.MapleDr.,Ste294 Beverly Hills, CA 90210 (310) 777-7499 max@factormediation.corn Jennifer.Artrim Community.ServiceProgram 1821. E.DyerRoad Santa..Ana,CA..92705.....(949)..975-0244 jarlim@cspinc.org • MEDIATION SERVICES PROPOSAL SERVICES TO BE PROVIDED: Mediation Services to be available at a city facility during a 4 hour period to be determined on one day every month. The mediator will be present and available by appointment or walk-in. This permits the staff to have a consistent schedule so that the service can be announced and/or advertised to the public. The Mediator should be able to mediate 2 cases every month -24 per year, if needed, vs. the present 16-18 cases. The Mediator would also be available for telephone sessions, as needed. COST: A flat fee arrangement of $7800.00 per year. This breaks down to $650.00 for 4 hours or $162.50 per hour. Edward H. Davis Mediation SOUTH BAY CENTER DISPUTE RESOLUTION • LANCE WIDMAN Executive Director 1015 4th Street Hermosa Beach Calif. 90254 (310) 376-7007 (310) 798-0857 FAX Mayor Sam Edgerton, City Council Dear Sam and Members of the City Council, January 17, 2007 This letter is a follow up to questions and concerns raised at the December City Council meeting about the City Manager's recommendation to renew the City's contract with the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution. As you know, mediation is a process that usually leads to a mutually satisfactory resolution of a dispute. Whether an actual mediation meeting is held, the resolution is developed by the parties themselves with the assistance of a trained neutral mediator. It is. not the function of the mediator to act as a judge or arbitrator to impose a decision on the parties, but rather to work with the parties to fashion a successful agreement. Because the process is voluntary, if one party does not care to pursue the matter, then the process is concluded. However, we try to convince the parties that an attempt to resolve their dispute is preferable rather than allowing the dispute to continue. The intervention process does not always involve a face to face meeting of the parties. The process starts at the point of initial contact (intake) by the Center with the parties, discussing their concerns, the history of their interaction, the facts and passions, underlying the issues and what they would like to see as an outcome. Most disputes are resolved during these one-on-one discussions with no meeting of the parties. A most important rule in this process, along with the neutrality of the mediator, is that these discussions are confidential. Resolving a dispute depends in large part on the good faith participation of the parties as well as the skills of the mediator. For any number of reasons a resolution may not be achieved. However, I am proud of the Center's track record of successfully resolving over 70% of our case referrals. The affected parties are not always pleased with the process, the outcome and the mediator. However, when this happens I discuss this with them during follow up to find out why and what could have been done differently. We always strive for improvement in the quality of our services and the people who deliver them, and comments are viewed as opportunities for growth and change. • • For those who maychoose to question the professionalism or personal qualities of those associated with the Center and the delivery of its services, I respectfully refer them to the two -dozen testimonials submitted earlier from City Attorneys, Police Officers, Code Enforcement and Animal Control star; private attorneys, mediators, and Hermosans who have been consumers of the Center's services. In closing, the South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution is a resource for City staff that allows Police Officers, Code Enforcement and Animal Control staff and the City Prosecutor, among others, to devote their limited time and energies to other higher priorities. This also results in considerable dollar savings to the City. It is our goal to achieve a more livable and peaceful community. Should you or any member of the Council have any further questions or need additional information, please feel free to contact me. Thank you for your consideration of renewing of the City's contract with the Center. I look forward to continuing our most positive and productive working relationship. Sincerely, Lance Widman, Executive Director Attachment: Brochure Original Message From: F.O. Huebscher Sent: Wednesday, January 10, 2007 12:42 AM To: Patrick Bobko; JR Reviczky; Michael Keegan; Pete Tucker; Steve Burrell Subject: Dispute resolution services Please make this email a part of the minutes for the January 23, 2007 meeting of the city council. Dear Councilmembers, You will once again be reviewing the contract for dispute resolution services at the 1/23/07 meeting of the. Council. Our current provider of dispute resolution services, Lance Widman dba South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution, has a problem that is unique to our city --that is that Mr. Widman has made himself into a contentious figure. As you all know, Mr. Widman is also a School Board Member and during the past couple of years, he has made numerous public statements both oral and written attacking various members of the community. Moreover, Mr. Widman was videotaped taking down a campaign sign during the June 2006 election campaign. Although his action may not be technically criminal, one must wonder about his ethics since he only removed a "No on A" sign" ---because he was supporting Yes on A. If one reviews,Mr.Widman's application which is part of the agenda packet for the 12/12/06 Council meeting one will see that Mr. Widman has numerous letters of recommendation for his services. I'm sure he's a fine mediator. However, we here have a different situation and that is •that Mr. Widman is well known in the community for both is vitriolic statements and his "confiscation" of a campaign sign. His actions at a minimum create a perception that he's not unbiased and at worst make him out to be totally unsuited to be a mediator in our city. I would add that if I was a professional mediator, I would be also be unsuited because of my public activities in our city through the years. I would never even dream of holding myself out. as someone who is unbiased vis-a-vis Hermosa Beach. I strongly urge you to give the dispute resolution contract to someone other than Mr. Widman. If it were any other city, I certainly would be less inclined to protest but we need someone who is clearly unbiased and above reproach. Do a favor for the residents of our city and give the contract to someone else. In a few years, perhaps Mr. Widman will again be suited for dispute resolution services in our city ---when he's toned down his rhetoric and the sign "confiscation" incident is a distant memory. Sincerely, Fred Huebscher 924 16th St. Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 Fred Huebscher 310-374-0568 www.politicalscientists.com December 5, 2006 Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council Regular Meeting of December 12, 2006 DISPUTE RESOLUTION SERVICES Recommendation: That the. City Council receive and file this report and direct the City Manager to execute the agreement. Background: The City has provided dispute resolution services to our residents and businesses, through private contracts for over 15 years. For several years, the service has been provided by South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution and prior to 2000 the service was provided by Dispute Resolution Services which was part of the LA County Bar Program. This service is also provided in other South Bay cities including Manhattan Beach, Redondo Beach and Torrance. The service is generally regarded has having a positive impact for the community as a number of residential and landlord tenant disputes are handled on an informal basis. Both the Police Department and the Community Development Departmentreferpeople to the service on a regular basis and view it has being a valuable community service. The City spends around $8,000 per year on the service. During the past year; 18 cases were handled that included fall mediation intervention. A number of others were handled over the telephone during the intake process. Most of these are directly referred to others that could provide direct service or the issue was not considered ready for mediation. This approach is important as a large number of the issues that we get calls about can be handled without going through the full mediation process. A common example is a rent increase made by a landlord. We get a number of calls and when we talk to the person calling and they explain that they received a notice and do not have a lease we explain that the city does not have rent control and the increase process appears to have been followed. The City Council, at its meeting of June 13, 2006, directed that staff seek proposals to perform these services. A request for proposals was prepared and distributed to. individuals and firms -that might be interested in providing this service to the city. 'A total of five (5) proposals were received. • All of the proposals were reviewed and all of the firms were invited to an interview with staff. The interview panel included the Community Development Director, Police Chief and me. Staff carefully reviewed each of the proposals and the results of the interview process - comparing the approach suggested by each of the firms, the cost, and how their 7a • • approach would meet the needs of the community. As a result of this process, staff is recommending that the City renew its contract with South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution. This recommendation is based on staff's evaluation that they can provide this service in a most efficient and cost effective way. The intake process that is used by South Bay Center for Dispute Resolution, although often not mediation, does provide a valuable service helping the resident get the assistance that they might need. The other firms submitting proposals generally would pick up the process following the intake process once it was decided that mediation would be beneficial for the parties involved. A change to this approach would put a load on staff to perform this service before sending the case to the contract dispute resolution service. The availability of those proposing providing this service also was of concern. The actual case load probably could be handled by any of the firms submitting proposals and depending on the amount of time spent probably would cost more than is now spent on the program. In addition, the firm conducting the mediation would determine the time spent on mediation efforts (billed hourly) out of the control of the city, whereas the recommended provider uses a flat fee. Staff is also recommending that we include a feedback loop in a new contract that would use a questionnaire that would be sent to parties participating the dispute resolution process and returned directly to the City. This would provide an ongoing evaluation of the program. Res ectfully sub; fitted, Stephen R. Burrell City Manager j , O � , c4 A.- a44.01- e.4914/trut/A/z. e4tA4li_C4. 1 (-54-14t If1444-04'q- RECEIVED JAN 2 3 2007 Per 1 r -310-37i-5932, SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION 6a REQUEST FOR PROPOSAL PROFESSIONAL DISPUTE RESOLUTION SERVICES CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH Scope of Work The City invites interested and qualified lawyers and organizations to submit proposals to contract with the City to provide dispute resolution services to Hermosa Beach residents and businesses. The types of disputes that have been handled in the past include the following: • Landiord/Tenan# • Domestic — Roommates, family members, friends • Homeowner Associations - CCRs, board/owner • Neighbors - pets, parking, noise, property maintenance • Business/Consumer — refunds, repairs, deposits • Workplace — Employee/employer, dismissal, wages • Other Disputes — any other type of dispute to which mediation would be an effective alternative to other forms of dispute resolution. The dispute resolution services would be made available to all residents and businesses in the City. During the past year, a total of 18 cases were handled by the contract dispute resolution service provider and all were referred by a. City staff member Proposers must have training and at least five years' experience in the field of mediation. The proposal shall include the following information: 1. The strategy for providing this service to the community through a contract with the City. 2. Whether the proposer is willing to conduct mediations in the City, in a facility provided by the City. 3. Cost of services, on an hourly basis, monthly retainer or other basis. 4. Qualifications of the person or persons to be performing the services on behalf of the proposer, including educational and occupational background and specific experience in mediation. 5. Maximum number of hours, if any, proposer is available per month to perform mediation services. 6. List existing professional relationships, such as clients, in Hermosa Beach. 7. A list of not fewer than three references. Evaluation Criteria The proposals will be evaluated on the basis of expertise and experience, availability, communication skills, reputation/references and the cost of services. After reviewing the proposals, finalists will be selected by the City Manager and interviewed by a panel selected by the City Manager. SUPPLEMENTAL Ga INFORMATION V i The successful proposer will biequired to enter into an agreement with the City to provide this service; the agreement is subject to the approval of the City Council. The agreement will contain provisions pertaining to compensation for services, liability, default, subcontracts, insurance, conflicts of interest and termination. If you are interested in providing this service to the City, please submit a letter along with a proposal to: Stephen Burrell, City Manager City of Hermosa Beach 1315 Valley Drive Hermosa Beach, CA 90254 Deadline for submission of proposals is September 25, 2006, at 5:00 p.m. The City reserves the right to reject all proposals, to request additional information concerning any proposal for purposes of clarification, to accept or negotiate any modification to any proposal following the deadline for receipt of all proposals, and to waive any irregularities if such would serve the best interests of the City as determined by the City Council. All inquiries regarding the Request for Proposals and current legal services of the City should be directed to the City Manager at the above address or at (310) 318-0216. • • January 23, 2007 To; Council Members Please include this letter regarding Mediation and Mr. Lance Widman into tonight's minutes of January 23, 2007 Council Members; I have owned my property at 240 34th Street, Hermosa Beach for more than 25 years. For more than 25 years I have had problems with a neighbor across the alley and directly south of my home. In all these year , I have continually sought help from the Hermosa Beach Police Department (in the early years of my ownership), to the City of Hermosa Beach....researching property files of my neighbors as well as my own and finally setting an appointment with Mr. Stephen Burrell in 2005 to discuss these continued problems with my neighbor. He in turn suggested I meet with the city mediator Mr. Lance Willman . I in turn put a call into Mr. Widman. On approximately November 29, 2005 Mr. Widman called me back and left a message that that 'he wanted to hear from me today or he'd assume the case was closed'. I called Mr. Widman back that day and he proceeded to tell me that he thinks I should " call a truce" with my neighbor. I asked him if he had ever read the neighbor's file and he said he had NEVER read the file and didn't feel that to be of importance. I was outraged I told him, as a mediator, he needs ALL the facts! Mr. Widman was non —pulsed and stated "we've been feuding for years". I told Mr. Widman. I did not want to further discuss any information regarding the neighbor situation until he knew all the facts. That was the last time I heard from Mr. Widman. 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(o: do Lo7e66dei),,,L) ..6c./G>tezietd_e_ LedLezed'-ftieeza,42)./kz74,604_,6 1/rf///Jolett) ith)44&k. i_ ,icZese(D f • Honorable Mayor and Members of / 71— ' the Hermosa Beach City Council r 107 PCH RELINQUISHMENT Recommendation: January 16, 2007 Regular Meeting of January 23, 2007 It is recommended that the City Council consider the benefit limits versus the liabilities of taking ownership of the PCH corridor within the City and then direct staff to do one of the following: 1. Authorize the selection of an engineering consultant to prepare the technical report necessary to negotiate a fair settlement amount to be paid to the City for relinquishment at an estimated cost of $30,000; or 2. Notify Caltrans that the Citydoes not wish to pursue relinquishment at this time. Discussion: The City has been considering an offer by Caltrans to relinquish the 1.28 mile long PCH right -of --way (see attachment) to the City as a means of maintaining the City's commercial banner program at 1St Street and PCH. Commercial advertising is strictly forbidden within State-owned right-of-way, but Caltrans has allowed the City to continue while we pursue relinquishment. The relinquishment process is as follows: • The City submitted a Letter of Interest on March 25, 2004. • The City must provide Caltrans with an estimate of the cost of improvements necessary to bring the roadway to a "State of Good Repair" for Caltrans to review and to initiate the negotiation of a one-time disbursement amount. Staff is requesting the assistance of an engineering consultant to perform this technical study. This study is estimated to be completed by July 2007, and the negotiations completed by September 2007. • Upon completion of negotiation of the settlement amount, Caltrans will prepare 'a cooperative agreement for approval of Council to proceed; the City needs to then work with a legislator (typically our State Assembly person) to introduce a bill to delete the highway from State Highway System and to authorize the. relinquishment. A bill would typically be introduced in January 2008, and signed by the Governor in September 2008, becoming effective in January 2009. Discussion of benefits • The City could continue its commercial banner program which provides funding up to $2,500 per month for non-profit organizations such as the Education Foundation, the Chamber of Commerce, and others on PCH. (Commercial banners can continue on Aviation and other locations, regardless.) • The City would have control over the location of driveways for new developments on PCH. • Would eliminate the need for lengthy encroachment permit processing for public improvements the City chooses to implement. It should be noted that any significant changes or improvements that impact traffic on this major corridor will also require further studies and full environmental impact analysis and public process for approval. • A one-time cash disbursement from Caltrans. Caltrans' staff has informed the City that the typical settlement amount ranges from $2.5 to $3 million per mile which would be approximately $3.2 to $3.8 million for our 1.28 miles stretch of highway. This amount can vary depending upon width and existing condition of roadway. West Hollywood received approximately $2.8 million per mile for Santa Monica Boulevard and Redondo received $2.3 million per mile for its portion of Artesia Boulevard. Hermosa Beach. received $4,092,667 for 1,232 feet of % right-of-way which equates to approximately $4 million per mile. 6b Discussion of liabilities: • Staff has estimated the cost to rebuild the 1.28 miles of infrastructure to cost $9,493,768 in today's market. This includes reconstruction of sidewalks, curbs and gutters cross gutters, pavement, traffic signals and storm drains. Obviously, this is not an immediate cost to the City but does give a sense of the value of this infrastructure that will eventually need to be replaced. • The acquisition of State right-of-way will not increase the City's allotment for Gas Tax revenues, which is population -based. The City's Gas Tax revenue for FY 06/07 was $370,290, which does not fully fund our street maintenance which is budgeted at $892,155 this year. Considering the impact of 56,000 vehicles per day on PCH, it can e assumed that this street will require significantly higher maintenance costs as compared to other City streets. These costs would have to come from other funding sources. • In addition to the above capital improvement and maintenance costs, it can be assumed that there will also be incurred significant liability costs related to accidents on PCH. Staff reviewed a three-year accident history (7/03 — 7/06) and determined that within that time period there were a total of 251 accidents on City -owned streets while during the same time period there were 210 accidents on PCH. Of these numbers, injury -related accidents totaled 54 on City streets as opposed to 184 on PCH. It is difficult to estimate the costs associated with this liability but within this same time period the City was named in three lawsuits related to accidents, all of which were on PCH. The City will be released from these cases due to Caltrans' ownership of the right-of-way. Summary: Staff recently attended a South Bay City Manager/Public Works Director meeting with Caltrans representatives who were strongly encouraging cities to consider relinquishment (see attached information sheets that were handed out at the meeting). They stated that a major reason this is a high priority for Caltrans the desire to reduce their liability exposure since they are always sued as the "deep pocket." While our banner program is raising approximately 422,500 per year for our local non-profit organizations is a good thing, staff does not consider the overall benefits of controlling the right-of-way on PCH to be equal to the additional high costs of street maintenance, capital improvements, and very significant increases in liability. The commercial banner program can certainly continue at the Aviation Boulevard banner location as well as the 10th Street and PCH location which are within the City's jurisdiction. Both have exposure to thousands of vehicles per day. If Council wishes to pursue relinquishment, staff strongly recommends the hiring of an engineering consultant to increase our chances of receiving the highest amount of money from Caltrans. Considering the potential swing amount between $3.2 million to hopefully as high as $5 million, the $30,000 expenditure is certainly prudent. _. Option: Pursue legislation that would allow us to enter into an Encroachment Agreement with Caltrans that would allow the City to maintain' its commercial banner program only at the 1st Street_ location and accept all liability for that use. Fiscal Impact: Consideration of the significant fiscal impacts to the City is what this agenda item is about and described in detail above - the $30,000 could be possibly be funded by the Prospective Expenditures account. If Council determines to go forward with relinquishment, staff will select the consultant and bring the award of contract back for approval, including approval of the appropriation of necessary funds. Attachments: 1. PCH Right -of -Way Map 2. Relinquishment information sheets Respectfully submitted, 40."1 Richard D ►Vorgan, P.E. Directo, Public Works/City Engineer Noted for fiscal impact: Viki Cope and Finance Director Concur: .I, Ste •4 R. meltCity1T��uuCCC: nager F:1B95\PWFILESICCITEMS\PCH Relinquishment 1-23-07.doc • • Pacific Coast Hwy in Hermosa Beach North City Limit to Gould/Artesia ROW = 90 ft Pavement area 58,415 sqft Sidewalk area 8,500 sqft 16th Street to Aviation Blvd ROW 90 ft Pavement area 112,900 sqft Sidewalk area 18,000 sqft Gould/Artesia to 21hStreet ROW = 90 ft Pavement area 72,120 sqft Sidewalk area 13,835 sqft Aviation Blvd to 6th Street ROW = 90 ft Pavement area 85,530 sqft Sidewalk area 15,300 sqft 21ht Street to 16th Street ROW = 90 ft Pavement area 103,500 sqft Sidewalk area 20,880 sqft Wit Street to Hernndo Street " • • • :R.OVI/ 90 ft Pavement area 124,750 sqft Sidewalk area 19,280 sqft Feet 200 400 600 800 • 1,000 • Dave:mentor Rat Worlia. GIS Club &Mag.:* NowinDar 201 . • Legend • Traffic Lights Parcels - City Limit I Total Area of Pavement = 557,215 sqft Total Area of Sidewalks = 95,795 sqft Signaled Intersections = 9 Crosswalk Intersections = 13 ATTACHMENT 1 State Highway Relinquishment Type of Relinquishments Legislative Relinquishment State highways deleted by legislative act. Local agency do not have an obligation to accept relinquishment. If local agency is interested and willing to accept the relinquishment, the local agency would initiate legislative deletion of the state highway. Superseded Highway Relinquishment This would occur when a new State highway is constructed and supersedes an existing highway. The Statutes requires the Iocal agency to accept the relinquishment. Collateral Facility Relinquishment' Adjacent public roadways which have been constructed as part of a highway project but are not essential to the proper functioning of the State highway facility. Local agency are obligated to accept the relinquishment. Legislative Deletion Relinquishments Los Angeles County is comprised of numerous conventional State highways that traverse cities and lead to points of business and recreational centers. These highways were initially built prior to the freeway system. Most were adopted into the first mandated State Master Plan of State Highways in 1933.- now call the State Highway System. The State owns and is responsible for the maintenance of these highways. The growth of population and cities generated the need for freeways and reduced the use of conventional State highways as regional routes. Several routes are now operating similar to other city streets and no longer serving their purposes as regional routes. Due to that, the State is now considering the relinquishment of these highways to allow the local agencies to better meet the needs of their communities. By having control, the local agencieswould be in the position to realize the following benefits: 1. To regulate development adjacent to the highway. 2. To control the construction permit process. 3. To use their highway standards instead of requiring to conform to State standards. 4. To directly react to the needs of their communities in a timely manner. In order to relinquish these highways, the Iocal agencies should be willing to accept the highways and the Legislature needs to delete the highways from the State Highway System. Other notes: State law does not mandate the "state of good repair" requirement for legislative deletion relinquishments. Averages 2 to 3 years to complete the relinquishment (legislature, negotiation on cost,...) State will not pay for future maintenance costs. $12 M annual budget, statewide. First come first serve. ATTACHMENT 2 State Highway Legislative Deletion Relinquishment Process (wl funds involvement) Caltrans policy in recent years has been to execute cooperative agreements with the local agencies and to pay the estimated dollar cost to do such work including the engineering, in lieu of Caltrans actually doing the work by state administered contract. Relinquishment and transfer of money normally occur simultaneously. Process Steps: 1 City sends a letter to Caltrans expressing interest in taking over the highway. 2 Caltrans and city representaives meet to make a cursory evaluation of the facility and outline the process. 3 City performs an independent estimate of the cost to place the highway in a state of good repair (not required by law). Caltrans simultaneously orders deflection studies of the highway pavement. 4 City submits estimate to Caltrans for review. 5 After completion of Caltrans review, the two agencies meet to resolve differences and develop an agreed upon cost. $ Caltrans prepares a Project Scope Summary Report (PSSR) based on the agreed upon cost & simultaneously submits a cooperative agreement to city for execution. Note: prior versions would already have been submitted to get concurrence from both parties on the language. 7 City works with either local assemblyman or senator to have deletion legislation enacted. • 8 Once city has executed coop, it is return to Caltrans, who also execute it and returns an executed'copy to city. 9 Once the PSSR is completed, the cooperative agreement executed, and deletion legislation passed, the combined documents will be used to amend the SHOPP to obtain the necessary funding. 10 Once SHOPP is amended, a Resolution of Relinquishment will be passed by California Transportation Commission (CTC). 11 Following CTC action, city sends Caltrans an invoice for the agreed upon amount. Once the invoice is paid, Caltrans records the Resolution of Relinquishment , at which point ownership passes to the city. Letter of interest from City 4 Discuss relinquishment with city Decision to pursue relinquishment .l Procedural Process Investigate rehab needs prepare relinquishment map City submits estimate for Caltrans review Obtain city review of relinquishment map 2 agencies resolve differences and develop an agreed upon cost Prepare & finalize PSSR to program project • Prepare cooperative agreement City internal preparation for city council approval Review cooperative agreement Finalize cooperative agreement Obtain city council approval; execute coop agmt i Legislative process City to initiate legislation to delete Bill place on legislative agenda Legislation review by committees W Legislature enacts dele ions (effective Jan. 1) Request CTC approval to relinquish Record relinquishment & send check to City Legislative Deletion Relinquishments Statutory Authority The statutory authority to initiate this type of deletion and relinquishment of a State highway is found in Section 73 and 256.1 of the Streets and Highways Code. It authorized discussions to delete any portion of a State highway from the State Highway System and to relinquish these portions to the respective local agency. The legislation for deletion requires an agreement between State and local agency prior to relinquishment. Streets and Highways Code 73. The commission shall relinquish to any county or city any portion of any state highway within the county or city that has been deleted from the state highway system by legislative enactment, and the relinquishment shall become effective upon the first day of the next calendar or fiscal year, whichever first occurs after the effective date of the -legislative enactment. It may likewise relinquish any portion of any state highway that has been superseded by relocation. Whenever the department and the county or city concerned have entered into an agreement providing therefor, or the legislative body of the county or city has adopted a resolution consenting thereto, the commission may relinquish, to that county or city, any frontage or service road or outer highway, within the territorial limits of the county or city, which has a right-of-way of at least 40 feet in width and which has been constructed as a part of a state highway project, but does not constitute a part of the main traveled roadway thereof. The commission may also relinquish, to a county or city within whose territorial limits it is located, any nonmotorized transportation facility, as defined in Section 887, constructed as part of a state highway project if the county or city, as the case may be, has entered into an agreement providing therefor or its legislative body has adopted a resolution consenting thereto. Relinquishment shall be by resolution. A certified copy of the resolution shall be filed with the board of supervisors or -the city clerk, as the case maybe. A certified copy of the resolution shall also be recorded in the office of the recorder of the county where the land is located and, upon its recordation, all right, title, and interest of the state in and to that portion of any state highway shall vest in the county or city, as the case maybe, and that highway or portion thereof shall thereupon constitute a county road or city street, as the case may be. The vesting of all right, title, and interest of the state in and to portions of any state highways heretofore relinquished by the commission, in the county or cityto which it was relinquished, is hereby confirmed. Prior to relinquishing any portion of a state highway to a county or a city, except where required by legislative enactment, the department shall give 90 days' notice in writing of intention to relinquish to the board of supervisors, or the city council, as the case may be. Where the resolution of relinquishment contains a recital as to the giving of the notice, adoption of the resolution of relinquishment shall be conclusive evidence that the notice has been given. The commission shall not relinquish to any county or city any portion of any state highway that has been superseded by relocation until the department has placed the highway, as defined in Section 23, in a state of good repair. This requirement shall not obligate the. department for widening, new construction, or major reconstruction, except as the commission may direct. A state of good repair requires maintenance, as defined in Section 27, including litter removal, weed control, and tree and shrub trimming to the time of relinquishment. 1 of 2 • • Within the 90 -day period, the board of supervisors or the city council may protest in writing to the commission stating the reasons therefor, including, but not limited to, objections that the highway is not in a state of good repair, or is not needed for public use and should be vacated by the commission. In the event that the commission does not comply with the requests of the protesting body, it may proceed with the relinquishment only after a public hearing given to the protesting body on 10 days' written notice. 256.1. Prior to recommending to the Legislature the deletion of a highway, or a portion thereof, from the state highway system, the commission or the department shall hold a public hearing on, and shall give written notices to the legislative bodies of the cities and counties located in the affected area of, the proposed recommendation, and shall publish notice of the public hearing in a newspaper of general circulation in the areas affected by the proposed deletion. The commission or the department may, at its own option, because of controversy or lack of local consensus, hold the hearing at a location which is reasonably convenient to the communities affected by the proposed deletion, to the general public, and to the commission or the department in the discharge of its regular business. 2 of 2 District 7 Legislative Deletion Relinquishment Status South Bay Cities, LA County As of January 2007 Route Name Begin End City Status 1 Remark LA -1 PCH 13.2 Western Ave 14.2 Pennsylvania Ave Lomita PCH 14.2 Pennsylvania Ave 18.1 Vista Del Mar . Torrance City is considering (8/14/06 Daily Breeze) 8/25/06: Met w/ City. City to seek Council direction. PCH '18.1 Vista Del Mar 20.6 Herondo St Redondo Beach PCH 20.6 Herondo St 21.9 Artesia Blvd Hermosa Beach City Expressed Interest (3125/04 Letter) City PW to report to council 1)23/07 (12/6/06 e-mail). Sepulveda Blvd 21.9 Artesia Blvd 23.9 Rosecrans Manhatthan Beach Sepulveda Blvd 23.9 Rosecrans Imperial Hwy El Segundo LA -91 Artesia Blvd 0.0 PCH 0.2 Harper Ave Hermosa Beach Relinq'd 12/5/01. Artesia Blvd 0.0 Sepulveda Blvd 0.9 Aviation Way Manhatthan Beach Relinq'd 1/30/02. Artesia Blvd 0.2 Harper Ave 2.5 Hawthorne Blvd Redondo Beach Relinq'd 9/24/01. Artesia Blvd . 2.0 Inglewood Ave 2.4 Redondo Beach Blvd Lawndale Relinq'd 3/20/02. Artesia Blvd 2.5 Hawthorne Blvd 5.0 Western Ave Torrance Retinq'd 8/28/98. Artesia Blvd 4.7 Western Ave 6.0 Vermont Ave. Gardena Relinq'd 1/2/98. LA -107 Hawthorne Blvd 0.0 PCH 4.8 Redondo Beach Blvd Torrance City is considering (8/14/06 Daily Breeze) 8/25/06: Met w/ City. City to seek Council direction. Hawthorne Blvd 4.2 182nd St. 4.8 Redondo Beach Blvd Redondo Beach Hawthorne Blvd 4.8 Redondo Beach Blvd 5.5 Route 405 Lawndale Relinq'd 8/17/99. LA -213 Western Ave 0.0 25th St. 2.5 Capitol Drive Los Angeles Some Interest indicated per Cynthia Fowler (Office of Janice Hanh) 4/7/06 e-mail. Western Ave 2.0 Summerland Ave 3.2 Westmont Dr Rancho Palos Verde Western Ave • 3.2 Westmont Dr 4.1 Peninsula Verde Dr Los Angeles Some Interest Indicated per Cynthia Fowler (Office of Janice Hanh) 4/7/O6 e-mail. Western Ave 4.1 Peninsula Verde Dr 4.8 261st St Lomita Western Ave 4.8 261st St 9.7 195th St. Los Angeles Some interest Indicated per Cynthia Fowler (Office of Janice Hanh) 4/7/06 e-mail. Western Ave 6.6 236th St 10.0 Route 405 Torrance * No relinquishable (Legislative Deletion) State Route traverses through the following c'ties: Carson, - Hawthorne Inglewood Palos Verdes Estates Rolling Hills Rolling Hills Estates District 7 Legilative Deletion Relinquishment Status South Bay Cities, LA County Legend: Relinquished ®In Negotiation w! Local Agency As of January 2007 Local Agency Expressed Interest in Relinquishment PCH. (LA -1) PCH. 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Torrance /////////l//// 125 t 25.9 26 11) 0 1. 0 111 r 127 N ; 128 Redondo Beach m d z / ---1RDOB /HermosaBeach NIB 1 f ////rn 1 Manhatan Beach El Segundo City of LA 0 /l� Artesia Blvd (LA -91) PMI0 11 12 1 1 1 0.891 1.9712.35 2.47 ii WIB . .- . 1H B EIB 13 14 15 4.71 4.971 6 1 1 MB = Manhattan Beath: REL 12168. 1/30/02 LD = Lawndale: 1216C. 3/20102 HB = Hermosa Beach: REL 1216D. 1215/01 PM30 SIB Hawthonre Blvd. (LA -107) •--- NIB 1 12 14 15 t V V 1 '°v_ 4.8 5.5 >n 1 1J RDOB - Redondo Beath I LO = Lawndale; Rel#1190; 8117199 'Western Ave. (LA -213) PM10 11CO CI 13 1. 1 I j%//2<1 SIB ✓ f//J NIB 3.2 /// rn . 15 ,i,6 y 17 18 mm 5.08 1 Mco NV' or 1 S rel//// 19 City of LA Rcho PV /////////7/ 1 75 1 aN U Q City of Lomita Status0fRelinq(SoBay010807).xls StatusMap 1/1 City of to Torrance ///////////////(// I I I have reviewed staffs memo regarding PCH relinquishment and oppose pursuing relinquishment. Street maintenance in HB is losing proposition. We cannot keep up with maintaining the streets we have. PCH will be maintenance intensive and a law suit magnet (of course we all know that HB has less than its fair share of law suits because people don't like to sue HB). Even though there would be some revenue from the banner at First Street, that money goes to the Hermosa Beach Educational Foundation (HBEF). Thus, the extra costs the City is taking on is an indirect transference of money to HBEF. While HBEF is a worthy cause, if the city chooses to support it, it should put that on the agenda and decided the appropriate contribution. At least then the contribution would be transparent and equal $1 out of the city treasury and $1 to HBEF. With this relinquishment, it is most likely $2 from the city for every $1 to the HBEF. Moreover the banner is a bit tacky and appears to be a city endorsement of the business advertising on it. If I did not know the money was going to a good cause, I would have written to have it removed a long time ago. Losing it would not be all bad. In short, HB does not need this headache. Robert C. Aronoff 124 The Strand Hermosa Beach, California 90210 Telephone: 310/318-2222 Facsimile: 310/943-1400 SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION b Discussion of liabilities: • Staff has estimated the cost to rebuild the 1.28 miles of infrastructure to cost $9,493,768 in today's market. This includes reconstruction of sidewalks, curbs and gutters cross gutters, pavement, traffic signals and storm drains. Obviously, this is not an immediate cost to the City but does give a sense of the value of this infrastructure that will eventually need to be replaced. • The acquisition of State right-of-way will not increase the City's allotment for Gas Tax revenues, which is population -based. The City's Gas Tax revenue for FY 06/07 was $370,290, which does not fully fund our street maintenance which is budgeted at $892,155 this year. Considering the impact of 56,000 vehicles per day on PCH, it can e assumed that this street will require significantly higher maintenance costs as compared to other City streets. These costs would have to come from other funding sources. • . In addition to the above capital improvement and maintenance costs, it can be assumed that there will also be incurred significant liability costs related to accidents on PCH. Staff reviewed a three-year accident history (7/03 — 7/06) and determined that within that time period there were a total of 251 accidents on City -owned streets while during the same time period there were 210 accidents on PCH. Of these numbers, injury -related accidents totaled 54 on City streets as opposed to 184 on PCH. It is difficult to estimate the costs associated with this liability but within this same time period the City was named in three lawsuits related to accidents, all of which were on PCH. The City will be released from these cases due to Caltrans' ownership of the right-of-way. Summary: Staff recently attended a South Bay City Manager/Public Works Director meeting with Caltrans representatives who were strongly encouraging cities to consider relinquishment (see attached information sheets that were handed out at the meeting). They stated that a major reason this is a high priority for Caltrans the desire to reduce their liability exposure since they are always sued as the "deep pocket." While our banner program is raising approximately $22,500 er year for our local non-profit organizations is a goodthing, staff does not consider the overall bene i s of controlling the right-of-way on PCH to be equal to the additional high costs of street maintenance, capital improvements, and very significant increases in liability. The commercial banner program can certainly continue at the Aviation Boulevard banner location as well as the 10th Street and PCH location which are within the City's jurisdiction. Both have exposure to thousands of vehicles per day. If Council wishes to pursue . relinquishment, staff strongly recommends the hiring of an engineering consultant to increase our chances of receiving the highest amount of money from Caltrans. Considering the potential swing amount between $3.2 million to hopefully as high as $5 million, the $30,000 expenditure is certainly prudent. Option: Pursue legislation that would allow us to enter into an Encroachment Agreement with Caltrans that would allow the City to maintain its commercial banner program only at the 1St Street location and accept all liability for that use. Fiscal Impact: Consideration of the significant fiscal impacts to the City is what this agenda item is about and described in detail above - the $30,000 could be possibly be funded by the Prospective Expenditures account. If Council determines to go forward with relinquishment, staff will select the consultant and bring the award of contract back for approval, including approval of the appropriation of necessary funds. SUPPLEMENTAL 6b INFORMATION 2 BUILDING CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT BUILDING DIVISION DECEMBER, 2006 MONTHLY REVENUE REPORT NUMBER OF PERMITS 30 65 287 400 PLUMBING/MECHANICAL 46 38 254 253 ELECTRIC 15 37 186 225 PLAN CHECK 11 31 131 246 SEWER USE 0 3 8 20 RES. BLDG. REPORTS 11 8 98 147 PARKS & RECREATION 0 0 2 2 IN LIEU PARKS & REC 0 3 5 22 BOARD OF APPEALS 0 0 0 . 0 SIGN REVIEW 0 1 9 15 FIRE FLOW FEES 4 10 41 54 LEGAL DETERMINATION 0 0 0 0 ZONING APPEALS 0 0 0 0 TEMPORARY SIGN 2 1 8 24 COMMERCIAL INSPECTION 0 0 0 0 TOTALS 119 197 FEES COLLECTED 1,029 1,408 ... :.........: C.:: I'SMONTH: LAST..FY ......:....................::::..:.::......:.,::::....::TO:.DATE::_: DATE.. . .:. BUILDING $21,925.55 $35,142.54 $231,329.66 $226,416.87 PLUMBING/MECHANICAL $5,893.00 $5,846.00 $37,651.60 $29,187.00 ELECTRIC $4,079.00 $10,377.00 $43,264.00 $50,526.00 PLAN CHECK $33,277.41 $29,227.11 $157,513.13 $271,653.10 SEWER USE $0.00 $1,330.00 $22,247.02 $36,980.08 RES. BLDG. REPORTS $2,453.00 $1,056.00 $21,381.00 $8,284.00 PARKS & RECREATION $0.00 $0.00 $7,000.00 $7,000.00 IN LIEU PARKS & REC $0.00 $10,292.00 $34,480.00 $94,638.00 BOARD OF APPEALS $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 SIGN REVIEW $0.00 $214.00 $1,950.00 $1,712.00 FIRE FLOW FEES $3,904.00 $10,145.00 $71,457.50 $67,838.00 LEGAL DETERMINATION $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 ZONING APPEALS $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 TEMPORARY SIGN $468.00 $39.00 $1,860.00 $936.00 COMMERCIAL INSPECTION $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 ,999.96 $103,668.65 1 $630,133.91 $795,171.05 CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT BUILDING DIVISION BUILDING PERMITS ISSUED REPORT MONTH OF DECEMBER, 2006 • TYPE: O:F STIRUCTURE • PERMITS :. WE. - D:LLIN:G.: .UNITS : ::; ..:._.... 1/ALUATION 1 101 NEW SINGLE FAMILY HOUSES DETACHED 2 2 $877,924.62 2 102 NEW SINGLE FAMILY HOUSES ATTACHED 3 103 NEW TWO FAMILY BUILDINGS 4 104 NEW 3 OR 4 FAMILY BUILDINGS 5 105 NEW 5 OR MORE FAMILY BUILDINGS 6 213 NEW HOTELS/MOTELS 7 • 214 NEW OTHER NON HOUSEKEEPING 8 318 NEW AMUSEMENT & RECREATION • 9 319 NEW CHURCHS/OTHER 10 320 NEW INDUSTRIAL BUILDINGS 11 321 NEW PARKING GARAGES. 12 322 NEW SERVICE STATIONS/REPAIR GARAGES 13 323 NEW HOSPITALS/OTHER INSTITUTIONAL 14 324 NEW OFFICES/BANKS 15 325 NEW PUBLIC WORKS/UTILITY BUILDINGS 16 326 NEW SCHOOLS/OTHER EDUCATIONAL 17 327 NEW STORES/OTHER MERCH BLDGS. 18 328 NEW OTHER NON RESIDENTIAL BUILDINGS 19 329 NEW STRUCTURES OTHER THAN BUILDING 2 $77,440 20 434 ADD/ALTER DWELLING/POOLS 27 $600,358.49 21 437 ADD/ALTER NON RESIDENTIAL 1 $5,650 22 438 RESIDENTIAL GARAGES/CARPORTS 23 645 DEMOLITION -SINGLE FAMILY HOUSES 24 646 DEMO 2 -FAMILY BUILDINGS 25 647 DEMO 3-4 FAMILY BUILDINGS 26 648 DEMO 5+ FAMILY BUILDINGS 27 649 DEMO ALL OTHER BUILDINGS 32 $1,561,373.11 TOTAL UNITS ADDED FY 2005-06 TO DATE: 30 TOTAL UNITS DEMOLISHED/LOST FY TO DATE: 16 (See Attached List) TOTAL NET UNITS FY TO DATE: 14 FY 2004-05 �- Total New Dwelling Units: 72 Total Demolished Units: 74 Net Units: -2 2 FY 2005-06 Total New Dwelling Units: 90 Total Demolished Units: 92 Net Units: -2 Dwelt Units Demolished/Lost as of Dec' er, 2006 ADDRESS:: - :: ..:.TYP.`::.:..: .: ':PERMIT;DATE: PERMIT.NO.:.. NO.OF:.UNIT... 138 1st Street Front Unit of the Duplex 7/25106 B06-400 1 42 15th Street 4 -Unit Apartment 7/10/06' B06-403 4 339 28th Street SFR 7/12/06 B06-412 1 218 6th Street SFR 7/17/06 B06-422 1 354 Longfellow Avenue SFR 7/17/06 B06-424 1 1241 Ocean Drive SFR 7/19/06 B06-429 1 408 29th Street SFR 9/7/06 B06-496 1 160 1st Street SFR 10/3/06 B06-558 1 1818 Manhattan Avenue SFR 10/11/06 B06-570 1 1223 7th Street SFR 10/11/06 1306-571 1 345 34th Street SFR 10/16/06 B06-578 1 445 Manhattan Avenue SFR 10/18/06 B06-585 1 720 Prospect Avenue SFR 11/9/06 B06-622 1 Total Units Demolished '16 HONORABLE MAYOR and MEMBERS of HERMOSA BEACH CITY COUNCIL January 2, 2007 Regular Meeting of January 23, 2007 ACTIVITY REPORT COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT - PLANNING DIVISION DECEMBER, 2006 STAFF REPORT PREPARED APPEAL 1 RECONSIDERATION 2 0 5 7 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (C.U.P.) - CONDOMINIUMS 2 0 6 9 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (C.U.P.) - COMMERCIAL 0 0 4 3 C.U.P./PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN AMENDMENT 1 0 3 3 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT MODIFICATION/REVOCATION 1 0 3 0 CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT/MAP EXTENSION 0 0 4 1 ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT REPORT 0 0 0 0 FINAL MAP 0 0 13 3 GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT 0 0 0 0 HEIGHT LIMIT EXCEPTION 0 0 0 0 LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT 0 0 1 1 NONCONFORMING REMODEL 0 0 0 3 PRECISE DEVELOPMENT PLAN 0 0 1 0 PARKING PLAN 0 0 0 1 SPECIAL STUDY 0 0 0 0 VESTING TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP 0 0 1 0 TEXT AMENDMENT 1 1 6 11 TRANSIT 0 0 1 1 VARIANCE 0 1 2 3 ZONE CHANGE 0 0 0 3 MISCELLANEOUS 1 4 22 25 TOTAL REPORTS PREPARED 8 6 72 74 NOTE: A staff report may be written for one or more of the items listed above, but it will be listed and counted only once. CONCUR: Sol Blumenf: Id, ' irector Community uevelopment Department NOTED: Stephen ur City Manager f:1b951cd\activity Respectfully submitted, • Yd'Ying Ting Administrative Assistant January 9, 2007 Honorable Mayor and Members of The Hermosa Beach City Council Regular Meeting of January 23, 2007 The Department of Community Resources has been involved in the following activities for the month of December 2006: Recreation Programming : Registration for fall/winter classes and recreation programs continued steadily throughout the month of December. Special Events: Tree Lighting Ceremony Tree Lighting was held December 7 on Pier Plaza. Free arts and crafts, entertainment and cookie decorating was provided. The Mayor was on hand to welcome Santa as he arrived by fire truck. Musical groups included City class participants from Polynesian and Flamenco Dance and the Hermosa Valley School choir. Sand Snowman Contest This unique holiday tradition was held on December 9, north of the Pier. The event was open to all ages and more than 37 local groups participated. Sand snowmen and sculptures were created and the Parks & Recreation commissioners served as judges. Breakfast with Santa This family oriented holiday event was held on December 16 at the Clark Building. It included a pancake breakfast, train rides, crafts, and photo opportunities with Santa. The event required pre -registration and filled to capacity with 150 participants. New Year's Eve The New Year, was ushered in on December 31 with Big Band 2000 performing on Pier Plaza. Mayor Sam Edgerton, along with fellow council members, led the countdown to midnight. Facility Rentals: Civic Theater Events Fees Charged Dec. 2 L.A. South Towns Show Chorus presented "I Love the Limelight." 350 people were in attendance. Dec. 3 Pam Yelsky held a memorial service for her son. 150 people were in attendance. Dec. 5/6 Jazzy . Gym held their annual "Holiday Recital". 50 people were in Dec. 8 attendance. American Theatre Arts for Youth. presented "Christmas Carol." 215 people Dec. 9 were in attendance. Dec. 17 Dec. 21 Dec. 17/24 W Nualani's Polynesian Dance Studio presented a dance recital called "Christmas Show". 500 people were in attendance. Downey Dance Company held their first recital. 300 'people were in attendance. Hermosa Valley Chorus held their annual "Holiday Show." 300 people were in attendance. Church of Christ conducted religious services utilizing 5 classrooms and the theater. Over 500 were in attendance. Fees Waived Community Center Rooms . Dec. Hermosa Arts Foundation Usage: 0 Community Center Room Rentals Private Rentals 320 Community Center Rooms . Lease Agreements Aaker, Adult Basketball ARC Rooms 1,2 &15 (not available for rent) Easter Seals Room 14 (not available for rent) South Bay Youth Project Room 6A (not available for rent) Skate Track Hours Rentals 154.0 Public Skate Hours Clark Com lex Clark Building 53.0 Private Rentals . Ball Fields Aaker, Adult Basketball 0 Field under maintenance Soccer Field Bothwell, Youth Basketball 0 Held under maintenance Community Center Gymnasium Fees Charged Total Hours Private Rental 4.5 Aaker, Adult Basketball 3.0 Acres, Youth Basketball 2.0 Bothwell, Youth Basketball 4.0 Crawford, Adult Basketball 4.0 Friedman, Adult Basketball 4.0 Gordon, Adult Basketball 4.0 Lapham, Youth Basketball 2.0 Lee, Youth Basketball 1.5 Ortiz, Adult Basketball 1.0 Pass, Adult Basketball 2.0 Price, Adult Basketball 2.0 Rivera, Adult Basketball 2.0 Ronne, Aduft. Basketball 4.0 White, Adult Basketball 2.0 Zagurski, Adult Basketball 38.0 Total Hours Fees Charged Fees Waived 42.0 Hermosa Beach Fire Department 0 8.0 ARC 77.5 8.0 Easter Seals Campagna 58.0 Total Hours Fees Waived 23.5 Community Center Tennis Courts Total Hours Private Rental 58.5 Abbey 77.5 Burt 34.0 Campagna 9.0 Escalante • 23.5 Mahoney 11.0 Smith 44.0 Resident Reservations 257.5 Total Hours Fees Charged *Public court use outside of reserved time is first come first serve. Film Permits: None Upcoming Events: Jan. 13 Jan. 14 Jan. 14 Feb. 3 Hands over Hermosa Historical Society Museum Grand Opening Centennial Celebration Fabulous Palm Springs Follies Excursion Department Revenue for December, 2006 Current Month This Month Last Fiscal Year Current Year To Date Last Year To Date $36,028 $31,924 $511,281 $495,768 Revenue FY 2006-07 for 50% of the Fiscal Year is: $511,281 or 64% of the projected figure of $803A75.00 Expenditures FY 2006-07 for 50% of the Fiscal Year is: $428,783 or 35% of the projected figure of $1,220.275.00. Respectfully submitted, Concur, Donna Hunter Administrative Assistant Noted: Stephen City M ger U Lisa Lynn Community Resources Director Date Amount Donor Allocation 7.31.05 421.00 Anonymous Collection at summer concert 06/07 concert series 8.7.05 970.00 Anonymous Collection at summer concert 06/07 concert series 8.10.05 3,650.00 AYSO #4308 Program Materials Account for Community Center 8.14.05 1,100.00 Anonymous Collection at summer concert 8/7/05 06/07 concert series 8/23/06 970.47 Anonymous Collection at summer concert 8/14/05 06/07 concert series 8.24.05 10,000.00 Central Grand Marketing . Pier Plaza Promotion 05/06 concert series 9.6.05 10,000.00 Nestle Waters On-site Promotion 05/06 concert series 9.19.05 10,000.00 PRODINF {production co.) Film Permit 05/06 concert series 10.26.05 150.00 Women's Club Halloween Carnival 10.26.05 150.00 S.Bay BMW Halloween Carnival 11.22.05 300.00 Women's Club Tree Lighting & Sand Snowman Events 3.24.06 150.00 HB Women's Club Lunch with Bunny 4.26.06 1,000.00 Friends of Parks Camp Scholarships 5.16.06 10,000.00 Innona Marketing 06/07 Concert Series 6.22.06 3,744.00 AYSO Dept. Programs 6.29.06 30,000.00 Pierce Promotions 06/07 Concert Series 05/06 Fiscal Year Total 82,605.47 Date Amount Donor Allocation 7.25.06 1,962.72 Anonymous collection at Summer Concert 7/23 07/08 Concert Series 8.1.06 2,002.11 Anonymous collection at Summer Concert 7/30/06 07/08 Concert Series 8.7.06 2,685.00 Anonymous collection at Summer Concert 8/6/06 07/08 Concert Series 8.26.06 8,000.00 Chevron Texaco Chevron Surf Camp 9.29.06 500.00 Friends of Parks "Hermosa 90254" Cable TV Show 10.06.06 500.00 Hermosa Kiwanis Foundation "Hermosa 90254" Cable TV show 12.01.06 500.00 Hermosa Beach Women's Club Sand Snowman Contest and Tree Lighting 06/07 Fiscal Year Total: 15,649.83 About Town • Centennial stamp The U.S. Post Office is stamping the city's centennial seal upon letters; post- cards and packages mailed from the Hermosa branch through Jan. 14. The seal was created to mark Hermosa's 100th birthday in 2007. People who want the cancellation stamp as a souvenir can address a piece of mail to themselves, place that piece of mail in a larger envelope, and mail it all to Centennial Cancellations, USPS Hermosa Beach Branch #252, 565 Pier Ave., Hermosa Beach, CA 90254-9999. People can also get their'outgoing mail centennial -stamped at Room 203, Hermosa Beach City Hall, located at Valley Drive and Pier Avenue. That mail must have postage and be ready to send; a city worker will slap on the centennial . stamp and post it. Centennial cents , 'The city has raised about $142,000 to fund parties and events throughout 2007 to mark the Hermosa Centennial. The lion's share, $128,000, has come from donations and sponsorships, includ- ing: • $50,000 from American Express • $38,000 from Pierce Promotions con- nected to the city's summer sunset con- cert series • $10,000 from Upstage Right Productions connected to the city's sum-. mer sunset concert series • $10,000 froth Innova Marketing con- nected to the city's summer sunset con- cert series • $3,000 from Fiesta Hermosa beer gar- den proceeds and $750 from beer garden tips • • $2,000 from the Hermosa Chamber of Commerce and Visitors Bureau • About $6,600 from passing the hat at the sunset concerts • $500 from Planning Commissioner Janice Brittain • $250 each from Blue 32, Christine HollanderlEpic Financial, Gary Wayland, Hermosa Cyclery, Learned Lumbe.r, Mediterraneo, Mermaid Restaurant, Rocky Cola Cafe and Beach Travel. In addition, organizers have raised $9,700 through the sale of bricks for the Centennial Walkway at Noble Park, $600 through the sale of space in centennial time capsules to be buried at a big Pier Plana party Jan. 14, and $4,600 in centen- nial merchandise such as T-shirts and caps. For more information see the official centennial website, Hermosal00.com. Volunteers sought The Centennial Committee is still look- ing: for sponsors and volunteers to help witli special events planned. in 2007 For More information on how to donate time or funds; contact Maureen Ferguson at bchrunnnaureen@yahoo.com or visit the sponsor page on the. Web site, www ;heroiosa100.com Mark your calendar The Centennial Celebration is set fo_r fan. -14, 2007. Gift ideas Buy Centennial merchandise including blankets tees, caps; flags and more for kioliday gifts. Visit the Community Center, 710:Fier Ave, for more information. Hermosa144.com In conjunction with the city's Centennial Celebration, the city of Hermosa Beach created Hermosa100.com, a site to provide res- idents with the latest news and information about the historical event. Centennial swag Merchandise bearing the city centenni- al logo is available for purchase. Items include standard or fitted T-shirts, men's and women's tank tops and kids' T-shirts for $15, and caps for $20. Downloadable order forms can be found at hermosabch.org. ER Looking forward Scores of volunteers spent much of the year getting ready for Hermosa's 100th birthday in 2007. Showcase events to mark the centennial include a Jan. 14 Pier Plaza concert by Dean Torrance of Jan and Dean, with fire- works "choreographed" to music. That party, marking the date of the city's incor- poration, will also feature the formal reopening of an expanded Hermosa Beach Historical Society Museum. ER HermosaSeachHistoricalSociety.org Anyone interested in information about Hermosa Beach's his- tory should look no further than the Historical Society's Web site, which includes pictures and stories about the past. Information is also available at the site regarding the current renovation of the city's museum, which is expected to reach completion prior to the Centennial Celebration early next year. Members of the Hermosa Beach Centennial Committee, pictured above, include Marsha Majek, Kelly Kovac -Reedy, Janice Brittain, Susan Blaco, Jim Gierlieh, Kit 3obko, Steve Burrell, Lisa Lynn, Annie Seawright -Newton, Christine Hollander, Pat Love, Stephanie Kaspian, and co-chairs Maureen Ferguson and Laura Raymond. (photo by Chris Miller) Centennial swag The tree lighting party will also present an opportunity to buy official Hermosa Centennial merchandise at a "full- fledged Centennial Store" on the Plaza, next to a booth manned (that is, wom-- aned) by the Woman's Club of Hermosa Beach. On sale will be caps, blankets, T- shirts, shirts, bags, flags and other items mark- ing Hermosa's 100th birthday, coming up in about a month. In Hermosa Beach, the city's Centennial Celebration kicked off with the Hands on Her- mosa project that featured hundreds of colorful hand- prints. At left are Historical Society President . Rick Koenig, Neighborhood Watch founders- Tracy Hopkins and Kelly Kovac -Reedy, Centen- nial Committee chairs .Laura Raymond and Maureen Fer- guson, and Michael Flaherty from Public Works. Centennial celebration A committee charged with planning and coordinating events tocommemorate the city's 100 -year anniversary is moving full - steam ahead: Though several events have already taken place, the Centennial Committee's main event is scheduled to take place early next year. The festivities will kick off on Sunday, Jan. 14, at 2:30 p.m. with a, ribbon -cutting ceremony to commemorate the opening of the Historical Society's newly expanded museum. • The 'event, held at the Com- munity Center, will include food and drinks for those in attendance. Later that day, Mayor Sam Edgerton is scheduled to speak to residents at the Beach House Hotel at 5 p.m. and give the annual "State of the City" address. CENTENNIAL COUNTDOWN Learn more- ' :For all -of the latest information on the Centennial Celebration, visit the official Web site at. www.Hermosa100.corn. Visitors can learn about the 100 Acts of Beautification; find out the retail sponsors of the Centennial; and purchase Centennial merchandise such as T-shirts, caps and blankets. Merchandise is available at the , Community Center. Retail supporters Shop with retailers that support the Centennial -by displaying the Centennial sticker on their store front. Mark your calendar The Centennial- Celebration is set for Jan. 14, 2007. Breakfast with Santa in Hermosa - Dec. 16 The city of Hermosa Beach will hold a - `Breakfast with Santa" event for children 5 and younger Saturday, Dec, 16, froin 8:45 to 11 a.m: The event includes breakfast, a. craft session, holiday entertainment and a visit • with .Santa, - AA.dvance registration is required:and the child must be accompanied by a .parent. The cost is $15 per child and $10 per par- ent. ;Only 150 seats are available so regis- ter -early. - . For more information, call .(310) 318-0280. _ ' • ■ Hermosa Garden Club The Hermosa Garden Club will meet at 10 a.m. Wednesday, Dec. 20, at Clark -Stadium, 861 Valley Drive, Hermosa Beach, for its annual Christmas -program: For More information,. call Diane at (310) 530-6992. Monday, January 1, 2007 New Year's Day HB's Tournament of Roses Start the New Year with an age-old tradi- tion, California's own and the nation's envy, the Pasadena Rose Parade. No need to sleep on the curb or worry about parking. The City of Hermosa Beach is organizing an excursion. that includes transportation and bleacher seat- ing. Register early! Only a couple dozen spots left! $90, or $85 for Hermosa residents. 310- 318-028Q. Breakfast w/Santa in HB This new Hermosa holiday event includes a pancake breakfast, crafts, entertainment and a special visit with Santa! Register early to reserve a seat. Opent the first 150 resi- dents registering at the Community Center, this event is for children 5 and under and their parents (one parent for each two chil- dren!) 8:45 a.m.-11 a.m. (breakfast served at 9:30) at the Clark Building. More info: 310- 318-0280, community resources dept. HB's Tournament of Roses Start the New Year with an age-old tradition, California's own and the nation's .envy, the Pasadena Rose Parade. No need to sleep on the curb or worry about parking. The City of Hermosa Beach is organizing an excursion that includes transportation and bleacher seating. Register early! Only a couple. dozen spots left! $90, or $85 for Hermosa residents. 310-318-0280. tiler nosa New Year's Eve The city of Hermosa Beach will host a New Year's Eve, celebration on the pier plaza Sunday, Dec. 31, beginning at 8 p.m. Big Band 2000 will provide live entertainment. For more information, call (310): 318-0280. At the beginning... Ring in the -new, beacbside, with the. City of Hermosa, as it waves the old year buh-bye at Pier Plaza, 8 p.m. - 12:15 a.m. Celebrate with a special New Year's Eve musical performance as a feature band entertains theoutdoor throngs. There will not be a fireworks display. The concert is- free. More info: Community Rescirces Department at 310-318-0280. Sunday, Dec. 31 G'bye, hello... Ring in the. new, beachside, with the City of Hermosa, as it waves the old year bub -bye at Pier Plaza, 8 p.m. - 12:15 a.m. Celebrate with a special NewYear's Eve musical per- formance as a feature band entertains the outdoor throngs. There will not be a fire- works display. The concert is free. .More info: Community Resources Department at 310-318.0280:. YY•YYYY New Year's Day Events. This Monday, Jan. 1., the. City. of Hermosa Beach -is organizing . its annual bus trip to the • Tournament of Roses Parade for those of you insane enough to get up at 5 a.m. after partying on New Year's Eve. $90per person, $85 resident discount. includes round trip bus transport and bleacher seating with prime viewing. Bus leaves from the Hermosa Beach Community Center at 5 a.m. and returns at 2:30 p.m. - that's about the time 1 will be crawling out of bed. Call 310.318.0280 or check out her.- mosabch.org for more info.... YY YY.YY. Hermosets in the hoiidae spirit ..�... _.. -:: �.1«" _ _ ;.•Y%3v.4'� 6:''i`e'kr�4�i.4`�F:'L:Ft`i'�C7 � i.3��tw::t'S?q Last Thursday, Hermosa Beach Mayor Sam Edgerton welcomed Santa to the stage during the annual Christmas celebration, which included dancers, arts and crafts, and the chance to see Santa in person. Dancers- elves and Sant. visit from the North Pole San a arrives in his big white sleigh at the city's annu- Dancers from a flamenco class at the Hermosa Beach Community Center hick up their heels for a fetiz Tess and Alison, from the Parhs.and Rec's Jaizy Gyt al tree lighting ceremony on the Pier Plaza. Photo by Navidad. Photo by Patrick Fallon program, warm even the grinchiest hearts. Photo b Tree lighting The city's Tree Lighting Ceremony is 6 to 8 pin. today (Thursday, Dec. 7) on the Pier Plaza. The lighting of the city's 25 - foot tall Christmas tree tales place about 6 p.m. with a "special visitor arriving . directly from the North Pole." Meanwhile, area merchants will greet shoppers with food and beverages inside their storefronts until 9 p.m. Strolling carolers and the mainstay Hyperion Outfall Serenaders will entertain on Pier and Hermosa Avenues, and a Christmas elf on stilts will greet the children. The family event is among • Herinosa's most popular. HB tree lighting Celebrate the start of the holiday season with the musical entertainment of local choral groups and performances by city dance class participants. Assist the Hermosa Beach mayor in the count -down to the lighting of the 25 -foot tall Christmas tree at the Pier Plaza. Don't miss that special visitor from the North Pole {that's even further than Manhattan Beach), 6 - 8 p.m. More info: 310-318-0280. Bailing water away from their snowman due to the surging tides, the Konis/Scott team worked feverishly to keep their pirate snowman from sinking at the 10th annual Hermosa Beach Sand Snowman Contest Saturday. Below, Manhattan Beach's Cub Scout Deii 6, took the Favorite Award with its `Surfing Santa' entry. Mr. Sandman... The weatherman says it's nothing but Sand! Sand! Sand! Bring your family, friends, shovels, scarves and mittens because in Hermosa Beach we make Sand Snowmen! This unique holiday tradition is open to all ages and abilities. Come early and mark your spot. Join in holiday games and trivia- Check-in begins at 8:45 a.m. and sculpting begins at 9. North of the Pier at the shoreline. More info: HB Community Resources Department, 310-318-0280. Irother and sister John and Kara Nania work together n their `Cookies over Hermosa' sandman, which took he Best Dressed Award on Saturday. Short Film Fest . As has been the case in each of its three years in existence,. attendance and partici- pation in the Hermosa Beach Shorts Film Festival exceeded the previous year. The . weekend event looks to be a summer mainstay in the South Bay. More than 350 films were submitted for this year's- competition from all over the world, with the ages of filmmakers rang- . big from 7 to 72. Overseeing the. festivities were Jeri Reeder, film commissioner; Tom Kearney, • creative director, and Greg 'Wyatt,. technical . director. It's estimated that over 4,000 people attended the August event. . The fest - was one big party! Thursday night's opening included a food, drink and dancing bash at Sangria on the plaza where films were shown on a giant out - door screen. The serious screenings began on Friday night at the Civic Center when "End of.a., Dog," Riptide" and "La Chase," among oth- ers, were shown. Screenings continued through Saturday' and Sunday. In addition to the films, the. festival also offered work- shops on screenwriting, script analysis, . sound design -and other topics of interest _to budding Spielbergs and Stones. . .A major contributor to the success of the V =shorts gala was the ticket price..One, day .... Cost $10; three days was $25 - which is about what a moviegoer pays for a ticket and a bag of popcorn at the Galleria the- aters. >46 . Music More than any other art .form , music pervades South Bay life. If you walk the Strand in any of the beach cities, open windows emit the sounds of aspiring artists strumming guitars. A lone trumpet player stands against the railing of the Hermosa Pier idly fingering some unrec- . ognizable tune in hopes passersby will toss a dollar into his open instrument case. Of the dozens of clubs near the beach, many have live music nightly. If you don't like what's being played, wait until tomor- row or simply walk a few yards north or south until your aural senses are satisfied. Some of the players are professionals. A few are weekend warriors just graduating from garage band status. One thing is cer- tain: the variety is without bounds. Three years ago, South Bay. promoter - Ken Andrews started the "South Bay Music Awards," where virtually unknown artists and bands are recognized and hon- ored at the HermosaPlayhouse. This year's version of the event was held on Sept. 9 and feted, among . others, punk/alternative rock' VV group "The Attraction," guitarist Jesse Damon, rockers "Neverworid,"' singer/songwriter Brandy Moss -Scott and dozens more. ' Jay Furtado wields a sword in Hermosa's 11th annual St. Patrick's Day Parade. Photo by Robb Futcher. Theater We have big 'theaters, small theaters; expensive ' tickets, cheap tickets; Hollywood sets, no sets. Many of the dozens of shows of 2006 were memorable, a few even because they were -good. ER reviewer Andrea Ruse ventured to the 2nd Story Theater of the Hermosa Beach Playhouse on Pier Avenue to catch. •a September performance of local play- wright Angelo- Michael Masino's "The Beast" and discovered a classic character study .that was both disturbing and some- times comedic. "Incredibly acted . and stacked .with sharp whit, ['The Beast'] delves into the conflict that occurs when we find our- • selves at odds not only with outside forces, but ultimately with ourselves. The play is set amidst both the supernatural and crime underworlds; evoking a darkness from which the characters must rise as they battle through individual and collabo- rative struggles." Obviously, no one was humming as they left the theater. However, Ruse was high on her praise. of Gina Lange, who "bril- liantly" played "Cathy, the saucy, no-non- sense Brooklyner wife of gangster top boss, Sonny.... Lange's expert Brooklyn accent combined with a perfected delivery of lines and mannerisms that fit a mobster. wife to a made this actress the highlight of the show." • Surfer's Walk of Fame Building upon a recent tradition in the city of Hermosa Beach, 10 new members ' Were inducted into the Surfer's. Walk of Fame at .a ceremony V held July 30. Mike "Bones" Bright, John Baker and eight other "pioneer members" were in, ducted at the event held last summer. Hosted by the city, the event is an annual affair that honors the area's most notable surfers and watermen. V A committee comprising individuals as- sociated with the city's surfing community chose the inductees. This year's committee. included. Roger Bacon, Stephen Canella, Bill Sigler, Mike Purpus 'and Scott Kerwin. Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council FINANCE DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY REPORT, DECEMBER 2006 January 16, 2007 City Councii Meeting of January 23, 2007 STATISTICAL SECTION Finance Administration CHASE ORDER Full Time Employees 146 129 1 i '1NANCE..Ai:uivif_ Repi+,ts l)ec:c,nhcrUb.1oc Finance Cashier California Out of State 119 229 1,336 • MISSALS°s viti Driveway Guest Party Passes 276 Temp. Res. 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DATE TO DATE -RES. - —2 -- ---51- ---- - ---208-- -$2305--$1653906— 41-4236613- -- 2-32 - NON-RES. 36 37 279 184 $29,340 $220,917 $166,916 TOTALS 65 88 487 416 $52,975 $386,823 $309,576 Respectfully Submitted: Vdi'S4 v ►t RUSSELL TINGLEY,IRECHIEF Noted: Incidents by Day of Week Date Range: From 12/1/2006 To 12/31/2006 45 40 35 30 25 20 15 10 Day of the Week Number of Incidents Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 44 10 25 29 19 38 29 ttP INC014 (3.00) Page 1 of 1 Printed 01/16/2007 at 13:42:25 Incidents by Day of Week Date Range: From 1/1/2006 To 12/31/2006 400 380 360 340 320 300 280 260 240 Day of the Week Number of Incidents Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 389 256 306 278 276 337 377 c 64' NC014 (3.00) Page 1 of 1 Printed 0I/16/2007 at 13:42:45 Incidents by Time of Day Date Range: From 12/1/2006 To 12/31/2006 20 18 16 14 12 10 8 6 4 2 Time of Day Number of Incidents 00:00:00 to 00:59:59 6 01:00:00 to 01:59:59 7 02:00:00 to 02:59:59 7 03:00:00 to 03:59:59 4 04:00:00 to 04:59:59 5 05:00:00 to 05:59:59 2 06:00:00 to 06:59:59 4 07:00:00 to 07:59:59 5 08:00:00 to 08:59:59 09:00:00 to 09:59:59 10:00:00 to 10:59:59 11:00:00 to 11:59:59 12:00:00 to 12:59:59 13:00:00 to 13:59:59 14:00:00 to 14:59:59 15:00:00 to 15:59:59 16:00:00 to 16:59:59 17:00:00 to 17:59:59 18:00:00 to 18:59:59 19:00:00 to 19:59:59 20:00:00 to 20:59:59 21:00:00 to 21:59:59 22:00:00 to 22:59:59 23:00:00 to 23:59:59 4 11 10 19 8 16 13 10 8 15 9 5 12 7 3 4 194 00 00 00 00 A 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 00 Cb. NC3. 1•N ,pry �� �o ^5 �o �1 ,�w '\(• tio• rl>. tilr ry� INC015 (3.00) Page 1 oil Printed 01/16/2007 at 13:43:07 Incident Type Count Report Date Range: From 12/1/2006 To 12/31/2006 Selected Station(s): All Incident Type Description Station: 11 Count 321 EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 43 22.16% 3210 - EMS Call on the Strand 1 0.52% 322 - Vehicle accident with injuries 1 0.52% Total - Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents 45 95.74% 611 - Dispatched & cancelled en route Total - Good Intent Call 2 1.03% 2 4.26% Total for Station 47 24.23% Station: 101 151 - Outside rubbish, trash or waste fire 2 1.03% Total - Fires 2 2.04% 321 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 44, 22.68% 3210 - EMS Call on the Strand 2 1.03% 322 - Vehicle accident with injuries 3 1.55% 355 - Confined space rescue 1 0.52% 357 - Extrication of victim(s) from machinery 1 0.52% Total - Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents 51 52.04% 412 - Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 1 0.52% 444 - Power line down 8 4.12% 460 - Accident, potential accident, other 2 1.03% 461 - Building or structure weakened or collapsed 1 0.52% Total - Hazardous Conditions (No fire) 12 12.24% 500 - Service Call, other 3 1.55% 520 - Water problem, other 3 1.55% 531 - Smoke or odor removal 1 0.52% 553 Public service 1 0.52% Total - Service Call 8 8.16% 600 - Good intent call, other 6 3.09% 611 Dispatched & cancelled en route 12 6.19% 622 - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address 3 1.55% Total - Good Intent Call 21 21.43% 700 - False alarm or false call, other 1 0.52% 730 - System malfunction, other 1 0.52% 733 - Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 1 0.52% 740 - Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 1 0.52% Total - Fals Alarm & False Call 4 4.08% Total for Station 98 50.52% Station: 201 321 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 22 11.34% 322 - Vehicle accident with injuries 2 1.03% 354 - Trench/below grade rescue 1 0.52% INC065 (3.0I) Page 1 of 2 Printed 01/16/2007 13:44:41 Incident Type Description Station; 2Q1 - (Continued) Total - Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents 611 - Dispatched & cancelled en route 622 - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address 652 - Steam, vapor, fog or dust thought to be smoke Total - Good Intent Call • Count 25 80.65% 4 2.06% 1 0.52% 1 0.52% 6 19.35% Total for Station 31 15.98% Station: 301 111 - Building fire 1 0.52% Total - Fires 1 50.00% 354 - Trench/below grade rescue 1 0.52% Total - Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents 1 50.00% Total for Station 2 1.03% Station: 601 321 EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 3 1.55% 322 - Vehicle accident with injuries 1 0.52% Total - Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents ,4 30.77% 611 - Dispatched & cancelled en route 9 4.64% Total - Good Intent Call 9 69.23% Total for Station Station: 901 143 - Grass fire Total - Fires Total for Station Station: UNK 611 - Dispatched & cancelled en route Total - Good Intent Call 13 6.70% 0.52% 1 100.00% 1 0.52% 2 1.03% 2 100.00% Total for Station 2 1.03% 194 100.00% INC065 (3.01) Page 2 of 2 Printed 01/16/2007 13:44:41 Incident Type Count Report Date Range: From 1/1/2006 To 12/31/2006 Selected Station(s): All Incident Type Description Count Station: 321 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 2 0.09% Total - Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents 2 100.00% Total for Station Station: 11 131 - Passenger vehicle fire Total - Fires 2 0.09% 0.09% 2 0.41% 321 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 379 17.08% 3210 - EMS Call on the Strand 28 1.26% 322 - Vehicle accident with injuries 31 1.40% 323 - Motor vehicle/pedestrian accident (MV Ped) 1 0.05% 353 - Removal of victim(s) from stalled elevator 2 0.09% Total -Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents 441 90.55% 400 - Hazardous condition, other 1 0.05% 440 - Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other 1 0.05%. 444 - Power line down 1 0.05% Total - Hazardous Conditions (No fire) 3 0.62% 500 - Service Call; other 2 0.09% 510 - Person in distress, other 1 0.05% 511 - Lock -out 1 0.05% 520 - Water problem, other 4 0.18% 522 - Water or steam leak 1 0.05% 531 - Smoke or odor removal 1 0.05%. 550 - Public service assistance, other 2 0.09% Total - Service Call 12 2.46% 600 - Good intent call, other 1 0.05% 6.11 - Dispatched & cancelled en route25 1.13% Total - Good Intent: Call 26 5.34% 733 - Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 1 0.05% 735 - Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 2 0.09% Total - Fats AIarm & False Call 3 0.62% Total for Station 487 21.95% Station: 101 100 - Fire, other 3 0.14% 11 - Structure Fire 1 0.05% 111 - Building fire 9 0.41% 112 - Fires in structures other than in a building 1 0.05% 113 - Cooking fire, confined to container 2 0.09% 114 - Chimneyor flue fire, confined to chimney or flue 1 0.05% 118 - Trash or rubbish fire, contained 3 0.14% 121- Fire in mobile home used as fixed residence 1 0.05% 1NC065 (3.01) Page 1 of 5 Printed 01/16/2007 13:45:28 Incident Type Description Station; 101 - (Continued) 130 - Mobile property (vehicle) fire, other 131 - Passenger vehicle fire 132 - Road freight or transport vehicle fire 137 - Camper or recreational vehicle (RV) fire 140 - Natural vegetation fire, other 143 - Grass fire 150 - Outside rubbish fire, other 151- Outside rubbish, trash or waste fire 153 - Construction or demolition landfill fire 154 Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire Total - Fires 243 - Fireworks.explosion (no fire) Count 2 0.09% 3 0.14% 1 0.05% 1 0.05% 1 0.05% 1 0.05% 4 0.18% 5 0.23% 1 0.05% 3 0.14% 43 335% 1 0.05% Total - Overpressure Rupture, Explosion, Overheat - no fire 1 0.08% 311 - Medical assist, assist EMS crew 2 0.09% 32 - Emergency medical service (EMS) 4 0.18% 321 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 710 32.00% 3210 - EMS Call on the Strand 34 1.53% 322 - Vehicle accident with injuries 51 2.30% 3220 - Vehicle accident without injuries 3 0.14% 323 - Motor vehicle/pedestrian accident (MV Ped) 5 0.23% 324 - Motor vehicle accident with no injuries 3 0.14% 331 - Lock -in (if lock out , use 511) 4 0.18% 340 - Search, other 1 0.05% 341 - Search for person on land 1 0.05% 351 -Extrication of victim(s) from building/structure 1 0.05% 353 Removal of victim(s) from stalled elevator 6 0.27% 355 - Confined space rescue 1 0.05% 357 - Extrication of victim(s) from machinery 1 0.05% 381 - Rescue or EMS standby 1 0.05% Total - Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents 828 64.44% 400 - Hazardous condition, other 26 1.17% 410 - Flammable gas or liquid condition, other 1 0.05% 411 - Gasoline or other flammable liquid spill 1 0.05% 412 - Gas Ieak (natural gas or LPG) 10 0.45% 413 - Oil or other combustible liquid spill 1 0.05% 422 - Chemical spill or leak 1 0.05% 424 - Carbon monoxide incident 1 0.05% 440 - Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other 7 0.32% 442 - Overheated motor 1 0.05% 444 - Power line down 16 0.72% 445 Arcing, shorted electrical equipment 5 0.23% 451 - Biological hazard, confirmed or suspected 2 0.09% 460 - Accident, potential accident, other 3 0.14% 461 - Building or structure weakened or collapsed 2 0.09% 463 - Vehicle accident, general cleanup 1 0.05% Total - Hazardous Conditions (No fire) 78 6.07% 500 - Service Call, other 12 0.54% 510 - Person in distress, other 4 0.18% 511 - Lock -out 5 0.23% 520 - Water problem, other 18 0.81% 10065 (3.01) Page 2 of 5 Printed 01/16/2007 13:45:28 Incident Type Description Station; 101 - (Continued) 522 - Water or steam leak 53 - Smoke, odor problem 531 - Smoke or odor removal 540 - Animal problem, other 541 - AnimaI problem 542 - AnimaI rescue 550 - Public service assistance, other 551 - Assist police or other governmental agency 552 - Police matter 553 - Public service 561 - Unauthorized burning Total - Service Call Count 23 1.04% 1 0.05% 9 0.41% 1 0.05% 2 0.09% 1 0.05% 3 0.14% 5 0.23% 2 0.09% 3 0.14% 6 0.27% 95 7.39% 600 - Good intent call, other 23 1.04% 611 - Dispatched & cancelled en route 104 4.69% 622 - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address 10 0.45% 631 - Authorized controlled burning 2 0.09% 650 - Steam, other gas mistaken for smoke, other 2 0.09% 651 Smoke scare, odor of smoke 4 0.18% 652 - Steam, vapor, fog or dust thought to be smoke 2 0.09% 653 - Barbecue, tar kettle 2 0.09% 671 - Hazmat release investigation w/ no hazmat 3 0.14% 672 Biological hazard investigation, none found 1 0.05% Total - Good Intent Call 153 11.91% 700 - False alarm or false call, other 9 0.41% 715 - Local alarm system, malicious false alarm 2 0.09% 730 - System malfunction, other 11 0.50% 733 - Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 6 0.27% 734 - Heat detector activation due to malfunction 1 0.05% 735 - Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 7 0.32% 736 - CO detector activation due to malfunction I 0.05% 740 - Unintentional transmission of alarm, other 17 0.77% 741 - Sprinkler activation, no fire - unintentional 2 0.09% 742.- Extinguishing system activation 1 0.05% 743 - Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 11 0.50% 744 - Detector activation, no fire - unintentional _ 5 0.23% 745 - Alarm system sounded, no fire - unintentional 10 0.45% Total - Fals Alarm & False CaII 83 6.46% 900 - Special type of incident, other 1 0.05% 911 - Citizen complaint 3 0.14% Total - Special Incident Type 4 0.31% Total for Station 1,285 57.91% Station:. 201 11 - Structure Fire 1 0.05% 111 - Building fire 12 0.54% 116 - Fuel burner/boiler malfunction, fire confined 2 0.09% 143 - Grass fire 1 0.05% Total - "Fires 16 4.95% 300 - Rescue, emergency medical call (EMS) call, other 1 0.05% 32 - Emergency medical service (EMS) 3 0.14% 1NC065 (3.01) Page 3 of 5 Printed 01/16/2007 13:45:28 Incident Type Description Station; 2Q1 - (Continued) Count 321 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 203 9.15% 3210 - EMS Call on the Strand 12 0.54% 322 - Vehicle accident with injuries 23 1.04% 354 - Trench/below grade rescue 1 0.05% 361 - Swimming/recreational water areas rescue 1 0.05% Total - Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents 244 75.54% 600 - Good intent call, other 1 0.05% 611 - Dispatched & cancelled en route 57 2.57% 622 - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address 2 0.09% 652 - Steam, vapor, fog or dust thought to be smoke 1 0.05% Total - Good Intent Call 61 18.89% 735 - Alarm system sounded due to malfunction 1 - 0.05% 741 - Sprinkler activation, no fire - unintentional 1 0.05% Total - Fals Alarm & False Call 2 0.62% Total for Station 323 14.56% Station: 301 - 111 - Building fire 1 0.05% 141 - Forest, woods or wildland fire 3 0.14% 142 - Brush, or brush and grass mixture fire 1 0.05% Total _ Fires 5 83.33% 354 - Trench/below grade rescue 1 0.05% Total - Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents 1 . 16.67% Total for Station 6 0.27% Station: 601 . I 1 1 - Building fire 8 0.36% 154 - Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire 1 0.05% Total - Fires 9 10.98% 251 - Excessive heat, scorch burns with no ignition 1 0.05% Total - Overpressure Rupture, Explosion, Overheat - no fire 1 1.22% 321 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 29 1.31% 3210 - EMS Call on the Strand 2 0.09% 322 - Vehicle accident with injuries. 1 0.05% 323 Motor vehicle/pedestrian accident (MV Ped) 1 0.05% Total - Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents 33 40.24% 611 Dispatched & cancelled en route 38 1.71% 652 - Steam, vapor, fog or dust thought to be smoke 1 0.05% Total - Good Intent Call 39 47.56% Total for Station 82 3.70% Station: 901 142 - Brush, or brush and grass mixture fire 1 0.05% 143 - Grass fire 1 0.05% • Total - Fires 2 33.33% 321 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 2 0.09% Total - Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents 2 33.33% 551 - Assist police or other governmental agency 1 0.05% 1NC065 (3-01) Page 4 of 5 Printed 01/16/2007 13:45:28 Incident Type Description Station; 901 - (Continued) Count Total - Service Call 1 16.67% 611 - Dispatched & cancelled en route Total Good Intent Call Total for Station Station: UNK 11 - Structure Fire 111 - Building fire 113 - Cooking fire, confined to container 142 - Brush, or brush and grass mixture fire 154. - Dumpster or other outside trash receptacle fire Total - Fires 1 0.05% 1 16.67% 6 0.27% 1 0.05% 4 0.18% 1 0.05% 1 0.05% 1 0.05% 8 28.57% 321 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 6 0.27% 322 - Vehicle accident with injuries 1 0.05% Total - Rescue & Emergency Medical Service Incidents 7 25.00% 611 - Dispatched & cancelled en route 12 034% 651 - Smoke scare, odor of smoke 1 0.05% Total - Good Intent Call 13 46.43% Total for Station 28 1.26% 2,219 100.00% 1NC065 (3.01) Page 5 of 5 Printed 01/16/2007 13:45:28 Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council PERSONNEL DEPARTMENT ACTIVITY REPORT December 2006 January 17, 2007 Regular Meeting of January 23, 2007 STATISTICS Workers Comp Claims Claims opened Claims closed Total open Current Employee Lost time (hours) Safety Fire 1112.50 Police 144 Non -Safety Liability Claims Claims opened Claims closed Total open Employee -Involved Vehicle Accidents Safety Non -safety Employee Turnover Safety Non -Safety CURRENT THIS MONTH MONTH LAST YEAR 3 1 62 42 1256.50 170 1 6 15 1 0 50 31 456 0 4 4 18 0• FY TO LAST FY DATE TO DATE 13 8 5190 1428 170 0 11 7 21 14 Respectfully submitted, oth Eea- t,e Michael A. Earl, Director Personnel & Risk Management Stephen R. Burrell City. Manager • Hermosa Beach Police Department Monthly Report Dec -06 l 2005 2006 YTD 2005 YTD 2006 Murder 0 0 1 0 Sex Crimes 0 0 6 10 Robbery 2 3 10 17 Assault 8 8 124 122 Burglary 14 10 187 152 Theft 21 35 336 394 Auto Theft 5 2 42 37 D.U.I. 65 58 197 261 Persons Arrested Adult . 119 113 1038 886 Juvenile 3 4 26 22 Citations Misdemeanor 80 82 1,367 1047 Traffic 108 124 2,102 1,708 Parkir-ig---.-- -....3415- - .- 2861-..- .....50978- 45697 - Animal Contrc 9 1 74 78 Traffic Accident Reports Fatal 0 0 0 1 Injury, 1 6 52. 50 Mon Injury 24 10 . 267 229 Disturbance Calls 1 268 1 313 1 4,144 l 4,051 Calls for Service Police 2,136 2,236 . 27,334 26,154 Parking 180 170 . 2,513 2602 . Animal Contrc 112 39 ' 972 886 Vehicle Impounds 1 59 110 1 743 912 Respectfully Submitted to: City M n teve Burrell 70)\s) Approved By: Chief G. Savelli• '1 Prepared By: Lt. T. Bohlin e, . Honorable Mayor and Members of the Hermosa Beach City Council January Regular Meeting of January 9, 2007 PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT MONTHLY REPORT- DECEMBER 2006 The Public Works Department is divided into three (3) major functions: Administration, Engineering and Maintenance. ADMINISTRATION The administration function coordinates and blends the efforts of all divisions of the Public Works Department in accomplishing the directives of the City Council and City Manager; this includes engineering and management of Capital Improvements Projects. NON-CIP PROJECTS PLAN CHECK FOR CONST. ENVIRON. PLAN REVIEW SEWER LATERAL SEWER DEMO. STREET EXCAV. BANNERS DUMPSTERI MISC. UTIL. CO. CUTS ENCR.IC.U.P. ETC. CURRENT MONTH 3 0 1 0 2 1 25 8 2 YEAR TO DATE 37 1 12 11 56 10 136 106 19 NON-CIP PROJECTS STAFF HOURS DESCRIPTION CURRENT PREVIOUS YEAR TO MONTH DATE Field Investigations 9 25 131 Inspections 115 124 746 NPDES Permit/City Storm Water Management Program 8 21 99 General Office Engineering 15 70 271 Grant Applications 0 0 5 Projects 11 20 202 Meetings -- Other Public Agencies 5 10 78 NPDES Investigations 2 2 40 TOTAL HOURS 165 272 1,572 SERVICE REQUESTS RECEIVED CURRENT MONTH COUNTS* COMPLETED YTD DESCRIPTION RECEIVED YTD • Building Maintenance 31 266 198 Medians. 1 4 3 Parks 13 121 83 Sewers 5 26 24 Storm Drains 2 28 21 Street Lighting ' 50 132 70 Street Maintenance 16 156 114 Traffic Safety 31 . 168 100 Vehicle Maintenance 17 174 167 Other 38 231 153 Call -Outs (Services provided after hours and/or on weekends). ** 4 23 23 Restarted Counts 7/1/06 208 1,329 956 TOTALS 72% completed ENGINEERING •The Capital Improvement Projects currently in progress or completed are: COMPLETED PROJECT NO: TITLE 06-07 • BUDGET AMOUNT 05 - 643* 05 - 645* Pier Concrete Deck Treatment Police Department HVAC (change order issued) TOTAL COMPLETED 125,000 185,165 310,165 UNDER CONSTRUCTION PROJECT NO. 02 - 106 05 - 109* 05- 110* 04- 112* 04- 117 04- 118* 05 - 120 01 - 121* 03 - 418* 04 - 535 02 - 626* TITLE Beach Drive Undergrounding/Street Improvements Concrete Road Reconstruction - Various Locations Slurry/Crack Sealing — Various Locations Slurry/Crack Sealing. at Various Locations Manhattan Ave. Street improvements Strand Bikeway Light Fixture Replacements Street Improvements Various Locations Aviation Street Tree Project Pump Station Upgrades Clark Field Improvements Community Center ADA Upgrades, Phase 3 TOTAL COMPLETED 06-07 BUDGET AMOUNT 152,561 75,000 95,000 100,000 352,957 62,100 756,117 151,000 452,776 422,413 218,066 3,023,155 OUT TO BID PROJECT NO. TITLE 06-07 BUDGET AMOUNT 06 - 641 Clark Building Refurbishment, Phase 1 TOTAL OUT TO BID 25,000 25,000 UNDER DESIGN PROJECT NO. 02 - 104 04- 116 05- 413 02 - 612 99 - 631* TITLE Bayview Undergrounding Street Improvements Street Imp. — Pier Ave., Hermosa Ave. to PCH Sewer Improvements — Target Areas 2 thru 4 City Yard Renovation Beach Restrooms - Rehabilitation TOTAL TO BE DESIGNED 06-07 BUDGET AMOUNT 175,000 1,749,604 167,430 660,000 38,826 2,790,860 TO BE DESIGNED PROJECT NO. 05- 119 06 - 124 06 - 419 04 - 534 06 - 640 06 - 644 TITLE Hermosa Ave. & Longfellow Ave. Street Improvements — 16th St., PCH to Prospect Sanitary Sewer Improvements Park Improvements — Edith Rodaway Fire Station Renovation Community Center Upgrades, Phase 4 TOTAL TO BE DESIGNED 06-07 BUDGET AMOUNT 855,577 95,000 140,173 35,000 91,500 224,424 1,441,674 *04-05, 05-06 Budgets — Projects being completed in 06-07 — some with add'I. $$ for 06-07. 2 411 MAINTENANCE The maintenance function of the Public Works Department is divided into the following sections: • Building Maintenance ♦ Equipment Service • Parks/Medians • Sewers/Storm Drains • Street Lighting • Street Maintenance/Traffic Safety Building Maintenance: Fire extinguisher inspections and service; set up Council Chambers for meetings and testing; repaired plumbing at Base 3; repaired electrical at Parking Structure; repaired plumbing at Strand restrooms; installed Christmas lights at Greenwood Park; bought and rebuilt flag poles for Centennial celebration; repaired marquee; removed and installed marquee messages. Equipment Service Division: Repaired speed trailer; began repairs on emergency generator at Police Department; welded brackets for barricades; did smog inspections; sent units out for body repairs, and/or front end alignments; removed auction equipment; assisted with Clark Field repairs; installed new lights on shop truck. Parks/Medians Division: Continued working on Clark Field renovation; installed new landscaping on Hermosa Avenue for Centennial celebration; began Kay Etow Park renovation; prepared bid package. for tennis court resurfacing; repaired irrigation system citywide. Sewers/Storm Drain Division: Reviewed plans for sewer repairs at various locations; opened storm drains for anticipated rain; met with several home owners regarding sewer issues. Street Lighting/Medians Division: Repaired palm tree lights for new lighting installation; replaced parking lot A & B lights; installed Christmas decorations; installed new pole at 30th walk street; installed and removed banners; replaced and repaired streetlights citywide; installed memorial plaque in Noble Park. Street Maintenance/Traffic Safety Division: Removed graffiti citywide; began rebuilding asphalt concrete areas in Clark Field; started rebuilding dugout at Clark Field; repaired and/or installed new sink and water heater at Animal Control area; replaced City signs; worked with contractor doing crosswalks and legends. FY 06-07 MONTH Graffiti Removal HOURS FY 05-06 MONTH HOURS JULY 65.5 JULY 5.0 AUGUST 83.0 AUGUST 61.5 SEPTEMBER 36.0* SEPTEMBER 40.0 OCTOBER 47.0 OCTOBER 35.0 NOVEMBER 45.5 NOVEMBER 27.0 DECEMBER 2.0 DECEMBER 54.0 JANUARY JANUARY 6.0 FEBRUARY FEBRUARY 20.25 MARCH MARCH 24.5 APRIL APRIL 47.0 MAY MAY 13.5 JUNE JUNE 80.0 TOTALS 94.5 413.75 *Advised of 23 additional hours of graffiti removal after report for September submitted. Respectfully submitted: Concur: Rhea B. Punneo Rich- ,(D. Morgan, P.E. Administrative Assistant Noted: \::1\` Steph -}f lb urr-`II City Manager Director of Public Works/City Engineer F:1B95\PWFILES\Activity ReportslActivity Report 06-07 december.doc 4 ONE PARCEL 4, 000 SF SUBDIVIDER'S STATEMENT VESTING PARCEL MAP N 63523 IN THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES STATE OF CALIFORNIA BEING A SUBDIVISION OF LOT 8, TRACT NO. 780 AS PER MAP RECORDED IN BOOK 16, PAGE 41 OF MAPS IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF SAID COUNTY. FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES I HEREBY STATE THAT I AM THE SUBDIVIDER OF THE LANDS INCLUDED WITHIN THE SUBDIVISION SHOWN ON THIS MAP WITHIN THE DISTINCTIVE BORDER LINES, AND I CONSENT TO THE PREPARATION AND FILING OF SAID MAP AND SUBDIVISION. t BURRESUBDIVIDER RECORD OWNER: 1212 CYPRESS LIMITED PARTNERSHIP, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED PARTNERSHIP THIS SUBDIVISION IS APPROVED AS A CONDOMINIUM PROJECT FOR TWO UNITS, WHEREBY THE OWNERS OF THE UNITS OF AIR SPACE WILL HOLD AN UNDIVIDED INTEREST IN THE COMMON AREAS WHICH WILL, IN TURN, PROVIDE THE NECESSARY ACCESS AND UTILITY EASEMENTS FOR THE UNITS. STATE OF CALIFORNIA ) SS. COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES ) ON r CAIo d $ V` 4' , 2006 BEFORE ME, 7 a G !° L . Puu /co n er , A NOTARY PUBLIC, PERSONALLY APPEARED SAM BURRESCIA, PER_SONeLLY KNOWN TO ME (OR PROVED TO ME ON THE BASIS OF SATISFACTORY EVIDENCE) TO BE THE PERSON WHOSE NAME IS SUBSCRIBED TO THE WITHIN INSTRUMENT AND ACKNOWLEDGED TO ME THAT HE EXECUTED THE SAME IN HIS AUTHORIZED CAPACITY, AND THAT BY HIS SIGNATURE ON THE INSTRUMENT THE PERSON, OR THE ENTITY UPON BEHALF OF WHICH THE PERSON ACTED, EXECUTED THE INSTRUMENT. WITNESS MY HAND AND OFFICIAL SEAL. the.t.AD NAME: Tra Cr L. /'"4u1e0/°!C/' ►.lrJ MY PRINCIPAL PLACE OF BUSINESS NOTARY PUBLIC IN AND FOR SAID STATE IS IN LOS ANGELES COUNTY MY COMMISSION EXPIRES 1/'aS'-?DO% MY COMMISSION NUMBER /‘2 441/5 - SURVEYOR'S STATEMENT SHEET 1 OF 2 SHEETS RECEIVED ,}4N 0 9 2007 UUMMUNITY DEV DEPT THIS MAP WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECTION AND WAS COMPILED FROM RECORD DATA IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SUBDIVISION MAP ACT AND LOCAL ORDINANCE AT THE REQUEST OF SAM BURRESCIA ON JULY 10, 2006. I HEREBY STATE THAT THIS PARCEL MAP SUBSTANTIALLY CONFORMS TO THE APPROVED OR CONDITIONALLY APPROVED TENTATIVE MAP, IF ANY. LEWIS SOLOFF PLS 5344, EXPIRES 12-31-07 RECORD DATA FROM TRACT 780, MB 16-41. SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS CERTIFICATE: I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT ALL SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS LEVIED UNDER THE JURISDICTION OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, TO WHICH THE LAND INCLUDED IN THE WITHIN SUBDIVISION OR ANY PART THEREOF IS SUBJECT, AND WHICH MAY BE PAID IN FULL, HAVE BEEN PAID IN FULL. CITY TREASURER OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH DATE CITY ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATE I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I HAVE EXAMINED THIS MAP AND THAT IT CONFORMS SUBSTANTIALLY TO THE TENTATIVE MAP AND ALL APPROVED ALTERATIONS THEREOF, THAT ALL PROVISIONS OF SUBDIVISION ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH APPLICABLE AT THE TIME OF APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE MAP HAVE BEEN COMPLIED WITH AND THAT I AM SATISFIED THAT THIS MAP IS TECHNICALLY CORRECT WITH RESPECT TO CITY RECORDS. DONALD L. WOLFE CITY ENGINEER G. e ..,,�- I Z/2.7/06, X1 0 d.!' DEPUTY VV 0 DATE .C.C. 7274- EXPIRES 12 '31 -o$ L.. 5, COUNTY ENGINEER'S CERTIFICATE I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT I HAVE EXAMINED THIS MAP, THAT IT COMPLIES WITH ALL PROVISIONS OF STATE LAW APPLICABLE AT THE TIME OF APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE MAP; AND THAT I AM SATISFIED THAT THIS MAP IS TECHNICALLY CORRECT IN ALL RESPECTS NOT CERTIFIED TO BY THE CITY ENGINEER. DATE BY DEPUTY P.L.S. EXPIRATION DATE CITY CLERK'S CERTIFICATE I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH BY MOTION ADOPTED AT ITS SESSION ON THE DAY OF , 2005 APPROVED THE ANNEXED MAP. CITY CLERK OF THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH DATE CITY PLANNER'S CERTIFICATE I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE ANNEXED MAP CONFORMS SUBSTANTIALLY TO THE TENTATIVE MAP APPROVED BY THE PLANNING COMMISSION ON THE DAY OF , 2006. SECRETARY OF PLANNING CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH DATE WARREN GILLELEN, IS AN EASEMENT HOLDER FOR WATER PIPES PURPOSES PER BOOK 1617, PAGE 47 OF DEEDS, RECORDS OF LOS ANGELES COUNTY. SAID EASEMENT IS BLANKET IN NATURE. SCALE: 1" =20' SHEET 2 OF 2 SHEETS VEST ING PARCEL MAP N 3523 IN THE CITY OF HERMOSA BEACH, COUNTY OF LOS ANGELES STATE OF CALIFORNIA FOR CONDOMINIUM PURPOSES FD. SPIKE PER P.M. NO. 21325 P.M.B. 235-66 5 20' 4 CYPRESS A VENUE 0 0 N u7 N z 20' 0' 20' 20' 4 0' c - PIER AVENUE LEGEND: INDICATES THE BOUNDARY OF THE LAND BEING SUBDIVIDED BY THIS MAP SOUTHERLY LINE OF LOT 9, TRACT 780 0/- M.B. 16-41 100.00' N 77'10'00" E 1 AREA 4,000 SQ. FT. N 77'10'00" E 100.00' a ■ . s a a a a FD. PK SPIKE PER P.M. NO. 21325 P.M.B. 235-66 NORTHERLY LINE OF LOT 7, TRACT 780 M.B. 16-41 11TH. STREET WESTERLY LINE OF LOT 1, TRACT 780 M.B. 16-41 a a