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Invocation
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The invocation was given by Rabbi Richard Flom, Temple Emanuel of Burbank.
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Flag Salute
ROLL CALL |
The pledge of allegiance to the flag was led by John Brady, President,
Human Relations Council.
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Present-- |
Council Members Golonski, Murphy, Ramos, Vander Borght and Laurell. |
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Absent - - - - |
Council Members None. |
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Also Present - |
Ms. Alvord, City Manager; Ms. Scott, Chief Assistant City Attorney; and,
Mrs. Campos, City Clerk.
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301-1
Police K-9
Program |
Police Chief Hoefel
introduced to the community, the new Police Canine, Caila. Lieutenant
Janice Lowers, Coordinator of the Canine Program, reported a new canine
had been donated to the Police Department to replace Ugli, who passed away
due to a stomach ailment. Officer Theresa Geier presented Caila to those
present. Plaques were presented to Jack O�Neill representing NBC, and
Julia Larsen, representing the Burbank Women�s Club for the donation of
Caila.
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301-1
Citizen
Recognition for
Assisting in
Apprehending a
Suspect |
Chief Hoefel stated
the Police Department wished to recognize three citizens who came to the
aid of Police Officers who were attempting to effect an arrest. Captain
Tim Stehr relayed the citizens� efforts and commended Peter Hong, Steve
Bowen, and Ryan Albala for risking their personal safety to come to the
aid of Police Officers Hill and Schultz in the apprehension of a dangerous
forgery suspect. Captain Stehr presented letters of appreciation to
Messers. Bowen and Albala who were present.
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301-1
Recycling Heroes |
Mayor Laurell noted
the City�s tradition, every April, of honoring a few individuals,
organizations, and companies for their exceptional and successful waste
reduction and recycling efforts, and recognized the following Recycling
Heroes for their commitment to conservation and to our community: Debra
Lack, a First Grade Teacher at George Washington Elementary School; Wayne
Wiiki, Facilities Manager and members of his crew members Dan Hopkins, Tom
Huerta and Johnny Reyes at Entertainment Partners; and Karen Ross, Mark
Thomas and Delores Thomas, managers and owners of the Tally Rand
Restaurant. Mr. Fischer, Streets and Sanitation Manager, introduced the
recipients and briefly summarized their recycling programs. Mayor Laurell
presented Certificates of Recognition to the recipients of the awards.
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301-1
Day of
Remembrance |
Mayor Laurell
invited members of the public to join with the Council in commemoration of
the Annual National Days of Remembrance, established by the United States
Congress, noting services were being conducted in the rotunda of the
Capitol in
Washington, D.C., and in City Councils and State Capitols throughout the
United States. He presented a Proclamation in recognition of the 2003 Days
of Remembrance of the victims of the Nazi Holocaust to Sylvia Sutton,
Chairperson for the Days of Remembrance of the City of Burbank Committee.
Mrs. Sutton conducted a ceremony in commemoration of the National Days of
Remembrance, the theme of which was �Remembering the Warsaw Ghetto.� John
Brady, President of the Burbank Human Relations Council, outlined the
events leading up to and including the Warsaw uprising, noting the courage
of those who took up arms against the Nazis. Helen Tomsky introduced the
memorial candle-lighting ceremony by briefly remarking on its significance
and the importance of remembering the Holocaust. The following survivors
of the Holocaust lit candles in remembrance: Ruth Marks, Suzanne and
Walter Goldsmith, Rena Drexler, Betty Daniel, and Ed Heisler. Mrs. Tomsky
remarked the survivors had lit six candles in memory of the six million
Jews who were killed, and invited George Saikali to light the seventh
candle in honor of all who perished as a result of the planned
exterminations and ethnic cleansings. Dr. Tomsky performed a special song,
Ani Ma�amin. In conclusion, Mayor Laurell expressed his appreciation to
the survivors as well as the members of the Commemoration Committee.
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First Period of
Oral
Communications
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Mr. Laurell called for speakers for the first period of oral
communications at this time.
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Citizen
Comment |
Appearing to comment were
Candy League,
expressing concern as a result of receiving a traffic citation; Alexis
Dellar Hanson, regarding hillside viewshed issues; Esther Espinoza,
inquiring as to the number of minority students who participate in the
Ota�Burbank Student Exchange Program, and expressing dissatisfaction with
the commemoration of the Days of Remembrance; James Schad, expressing
appreciation for the commemoration of the Days of Remembrance, and
inquiring whether the City continues to utilize merit bonuses; and Mark
Barton, commenting on government regulations with regard to traffic signs.
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Staff
Response |
Members of the Council and staff responded to questions raised.
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Second Period
of Oral
Communications |
Mr. Laurell called for speakers for the second period of oral
communications at this time.
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Citizen
Comment |
Appearing to comment were
Esther Espinoza, in
opposition to naming South San Fernando Park in honor of former City
Manager Bud Ovrom, and commenting on Channel 6 programming policies; James
Schad, in opposition to the naming of South San Fernando Park in honor of
former City Manager Bud Ovrom, suggesting the park be named after
volunteers; Celeste Francis, commenting on Channel 6 programming policies,
suggesting the Council maintain the status quo in this regard, and in
opposition to naming any facility after former City Manager Bud Ovrom at
the present time; Mark Barton, expressing appreciation to former City
Manager Ovrom for his achievements, but in opposition to naming South San
Fernando Park in his honor because of the fact that he resigned; Mike
Nolan, requesting an explanation of the Option Two Death Benefit
referenced in one of the agenda items, and asking how this will affect
retired employees, commending Fred Lantz of Burbank Water & Power for his
work with Burbank�s water wells and in support of the City�s application
for a groundwater storage construction grant; David Piroli, in opposition
to naming a City facility after former City Manager Bud Ovrom because he
is not deceased, referencing the April 21, 2003 letter from the Airport
Authority to Ms. Blakey; Dr. Theresa Karam, in opposition to naming South
San Fernando Park in honor of former City Manager Bud Ovrom, inquiring why
Mr. Ovrom resigned; Howard Rothenbach, interrupted by Mayor Laurell as his
comments with regard to the Airport Authority�s letter to Federal
Aviation Administration (FAA) Director Blakey were not related to any
agenda item; and Eden Rosen, commenting on Channel 6 programming policies
and noting specific programs currently airing on Channel 6, and in
opposition to naming South San Fernando Park in honor of former City
Manager Bud Ovrom.
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Staff
Response |
Members of the Council and staff responded to questions raised.
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8:07 P.M.
Recess |
The Council recessed to permit the Redevelopment Agency to hold its
meeting. The Council reconvened at 8:09 p.m. with all members present.
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Motion |
It was moved by Ms. Murphy and seconded by Mr. Golonski that "the
following items on the consent calendar be approved as recommended.�
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804-3
Bulletproof Vest
Grant Application |
RESOLUTION NO. 26,476:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AUTHORIZING THE POLICE DEPARTMENT TO
APPLY FOR A POLICE DEPARTMENT BULLETPROOF VEST PROGRAM GRANT FROM THE
UNITED STATES DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE, BUREAU OF JUSTICE ASSISTANCE.
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304-1
907
Donation of
Police Canine |
RESOLUTION NO. 26,477:
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK ACCEPTING NBC STUDIOS
AND THE BURBANK WOMEN�S CLUB�S DONATION OF A NEW POLICE CANINE NAMED CAILA.
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1208-1
1503
Acquisition of
461 N. Varney |
RESOLUTION NO. 26,478:
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK APPROVING AN
ACQUISITION AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BURBANK AND VICTOR E. AND MARY
L. ESTRADA FOR THE PURCHASE OF 461 N. VARNEY STREET.
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804-3
1504
Groundwater
Storage Project
Construction
Grant |
RESOLUTION NO. 26,479:
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AUTHORIZING AN
APPLICATION FOR A GROUNDWATER STORAGE PROJECT CONSTRUCTION GRANT FROM THE
CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES.
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Adopted |
The consent calendar was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members
Golonski, Murphy, Ramos, Vander
Borght and Laurell.
Noes: Council Members None.
Absent: Council Members None.
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1101-2
Update to the
Land Use Element
�Burbank Vision� |
Mrs. Lazar reported
on the update to the Land Use Element of the Burbank General Plan, which
is a blue print for all future development in
Burbank.
She informed the Council the last update to the City�s General Plan was in
1989, noted the growth in the subsequent 13 years and added the Planning
Division was in the process of another comprehensive update. She explained
the first step involved soliciting community input, described the outreach
efforts by staff and stated the core community values identified through
the public outreach program would be shared with all City departments to
ensure that all City plans and programs were consistent with the
identified community goals. In summarizing the outreach activities, she
stated three public meetings were hosted by the Planning Division in early
2002, designed to share information with residents and business owners but
more specifically to listen to the residents� concerns and ideas. She
added videotapes of these meetings were replayed numerous times on Channel
6 for the benefit of residents that were unable to attend, and that
further outreach efforts included the use of utility bill inserts to
inform the residents about the Plan update process. In addition, flyers
and cards were placed in libraries and at public counters to explain the
update process and inform the public that staff was awaiting their input
and was ready to provide answers to any questions they may have. She also
stated the City�s website contained information about the Plan update and
had a variety of on-line questionnaires aimed at eliciting input from
residents.
Mrs. Lazar then
highlighted the main core values compiled from the residents� input, which
would form the foundation for future development in Burbank including; the
vision of a community that balances the conveniences and economic
advantages of a big city while protecting the small town elements of
Burbank, making Burbank a special place to live; quality residential
neighborhoods; sense of community; quality schools; quality municipal
programs and services; and, the responsiveness of the local government.
She noted the community expressed support for a variety of retail
opportunities which include both large retail outlets and the smaller �mom
and pop� stores that contribute to a neighborhood environment. She added
residents also expressed a need for a variety of housing types to
accommodate the needs in the community, especially the need for more
affordable housing options. She requested the Council support the core
values gleamed from the community input and endorse the vision of a
balanced community as discussed in the staff report, as the guide for
staff in preparation of the updated Land Use Element.
Mrs. Ramos reported
receiving input from a resident with regard to the overwhelming concern
that the City was using redevelopment funding too freely in the City�s
quest to revitalize neighborhoods. Mrs. Lazar responded she did not
consider the concern as overwhelming.
Mr. Vander Borght
noted the challenge in implementing the core values but noted the core
values would provide a roadmap to enable the City to focus in the right
direction.
Ms. Murphy disagreed
with Mr. Vander Borght, stating the City had already achieved some of the
core value goals, and noted the City already maintained a balance of the
�small town feel� in a big City but recognized that change was inevitable.
Mr. Golonski
commented on the diversity of responses by members of the public, noting
the responses provided insight into the community needs and reiterated the
need to maintain a proper balance. He also noted one of the most prevalent
things mentioned by residents as the cleanliness of the City, and
requested staff conduct a Redevelopment Study Session to aid in
prioritizing redevelopment funds. Ms. Alvord stated the Study Session
would be incorporated into the Community Development Department�s budget
discussions. In addition, Mr. Golonski also requested a discussion on the
City�s long-term housing plan, including the affordability balance.
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Motion |
It was moved by Ms. Murphy and seconded by Mr. Golonski that �the Council
endorse the
Burbank Vision and move forward with a study session to prioritize goals
on housing needs including the cleanliness theme.�
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Carried |
The motion carried
by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members
Golonski, Murphy, Ramos, Vander
Borght and Laurell.
Noes: Council Members None.
Absent: Council Members None.
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703
S. San Fernando
Park Naming
Request |
Mr. Flad, Park,
Recreation and Community Services Director, stated at the
March 4, 2003
Council meeting, staff was directed to agendize a Facility Naming Request
to name the South San Fernando Park in recognition of former City Manager
Robert R. Ovrom. He added in accordance with the Burbank Municipal Code�s
facility naming process, the item was placed on the Park, Recreation and
Community Services Board (Park Board) agenda on March 13, 2003, for the
purpose of obtaining a recommendation that an application be submitted. He
added staff received the Park Board recommendation and subsequently
prepared an application with several attachments listing Mr. Ovrom�s
accomplishments during the past 17 years, and their relation to the Park,
Recreation and Community Services Department and the South San Fernando
Park Project. He stated at the April 10, 2003 meeting, the item was again
considered by the Park Board and received a three-to-two vote recommending
that the park be named after Mr. Ovrom. He noted the opinion of some
Board members and the public that Mr. Ovrom�s contributions transcended
departmental lines and that another facility that similarly transcended
departmental lines would be more appropriate. He also informed the Council
that their decision was final.
Mr. Laurell noted
the various accomplishments by Mr. Ovrom in the City, particularly his
efforts in acquiring the land on which
South San Fernando
Park would be developed.
Ms. Murphy stated
she was not supportive of naming South San Fernando Park after Mr. Ovrom
and added although she believed Mr. Ovrom was a great leader, she did not
consider it appropriate to name the park in his honor. She noted the
public input from many individuals in the community who supported Mr.
Ovrom, but likewise questioned the appropriateness of naming the park in
his honor at this time.
Mr. Golonski
indicated support for naming the park after Mr. Ovrom noting he was the
driving force and vision behind the development of the park and the new
Buena Vista Branch Library. He added the City accumulated $14 million to
acquire the land and develop the park, and acknowledged Mr. Ovrom�s vision
and prudent financial planning to achieve this goal.
Mrs. Ramos
acknowledged her preference to postpone the naming of the park, but noted
since the City�s facility naming policy did not allow for a waiting
period, she was supportive of naming the park after Mr. Ovrom at this
time. She also stated Mr. Ovrom exemplified the City�s motto: people,
pride and progress.
Mr. Vander Borght
reiterated the difficulty in making this decision and stated while Mr.
Ovrom was a great leader in
Burbank, he
preferred making this decision at a later time to allow for time as a
value judgment for Mr. Ovrom�s legacy. He mentioned his preference to
have the park referred to as South San Fernando Park for the time being.
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Motion |
It was moved by Mr. Laurell and seconded by Mr. Golonski that �Council
approve a Facility Naming Request for the purpose of naming the South San
Fernando Park project in honor of Bud Ovrom.�
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Carried |
The motion carried
by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members
Golonski, Ramos, and Laurell.
Noes: Council Members Murphy and Vander Borght.
Absent: Council Members None.
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102-3
Channel 6
Program Policies |
Mr. McManus, Public
Information Officer, reported the Public Information Office (PIO) was
presided over by a Subcommittee that considered a broad spectrum of
activities within the office including Channel 6 programming. He stated
the current PIO Subcommittee consisted of Mayor Laurell, Council Member
Vander Borght, Ms. Alvord, City Manager, and himself as staff to the
Subcommittee, meeting once a month. He explained the current policies of
the Subcommittee that included: preference for activities that are related
to and produced in the City of Burbank; the requirement that the program
host be a City employee or the current Mayor of the City with very minimal
exceptions for volunteers; and, preference that the Bulleting Board posts
only information from City departments, or programs and projects in the
community in which the City is a major stakeholder or sponsor.
Mayor Laurell
reiterated the PIO Subcommittee�s concerns and requested the Council
discuss the current PIO policies and direct staff as desired.
Ms. Murphy requested
clarification on the cost recovery efforts and McManus stated in light of
the budget crisis, staff was suggesting that departments or non-profit
organizations be required to meet a portion of the cost of certain
programming requirements. Ms. Murphy inquired whether the Council
requested a complete cost analysis for each PIO program as part of the
budget discussions, and Mr. McManus affirmed the information was
forthcoming.
Ms. Murphy also
inquired as to the legal implications if the PIO Subcommittee submitted
written reports on action taken to the full Council, such that if any
Council Member was in disagreement with any decisions, the issue would be
agendized for further Council discussion. Ms. Scott, Chief Assistant City
Attorney, responded it was acceptable and Ms. Murphy indicated support for
that option.
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Motion |
It was moved by Ms. Murphy and seconded by Mr. Vander Borght �to
adopt the current policies and to enhance that with written reports
subsequent to each meeting, and with the caveat that requests for new
programming be brought before the full Council.�
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Carried |
The motion carried
by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members
Golonski, Murphy, Ramos, Vander
Borght and Laurell.
Noes: Council Members None.
Absent: Council Members None.
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1004-4
PERS Contract
For Retirement,
Survivor and
Death Benefits |
Mr. Hanway,
Financial Services Director, reported on the Public Employees Retirement
System (PERS) Contract amendments which were a result of prior
negotiations with the various labor unions. He stated all miscellaneous
employees, including those from the Police and Fire Departments were
eligible for the Option Two Death Benefit. He explained if an employee who
was eligible to retire died, the spouse or dependents would automatically
receive the Option Two lower monthly benefit that continues after the
spouse�s death, and noted Option One would discontinue with the employee
or retiree�s death. He added Level Four, the 1959 Survivor�s Benefit,
would provide a survivor�s benefit to the spouse and dependents if a
pre-retirement age employee died, and noted all miscellaneous employees
would move from Level One to Level Four. He also reported the City
completed negotiations for the Burbank Firefighters Association (BFFA) and
Burbank Firefighters Chief Officers Unit (BFF-COU) Memoranda of
Understanding (MOUs) and agreed to provisions for the implementation of
the three percent at 55 safety retirement formula and Option Two Death
Benefit.
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Motion |
It was moved by Mr. Golonski and seconded by Ms. Murphy that �the
following resolution be passed and adopted and the following ordinance be
introduced and read for the first time by title only and be passed to the
second reading:�
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1004-4
PERS Contract
Notice of Intent
to Approve an
Amendment
for Retirement,
Survivor and
Death Benefits
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RESOLUTION NO. 26,480:
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK PROVIDING NOTICE OF
INTENT TO APPROVE AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF
ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES� RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND
THE CITY OF BURBANK.
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1004-4
PERS Contract
For Retirement,
Survivor and
Death Benefits |
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AUTHORIZING AN
AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE
CALIFORNIA PUBLIC EMPLOYEES� RETIREMENT SYSTEM AND THE CITY OF BURBANK.
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Adopted |
The resolution was adopted and the ordinance was introduced by the
following vote:
Ayes: Council Members
Golonski, Murphy, Ramos, Vander
Borght and Laurell.
Noes: Council Members None.
Absent: Council Members None.
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Ordinance
Submitted |
It was moved by Ms. Murphy and seconded by Mr. Golonski that �Ordinance
No. 3621 be read for the second time by title only and be passed and
adopted.� The title to the following ordinance was read:
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1702
ZTA 2002-1
(Shopping Center Uses in
Airport Zone) |
ORDINANCE NO. 3621:
AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AMENDING CHAPTER 31 OF
THE BURBANK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO SHOPPING CENTERS (ZONE TEXT
AMENDMENT NO. 2002-1).
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Adopted |
The ordinance was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members
Golonski, Murphy, Ramos, Vander
Borght and Laurell.
Noes: Council Members None.
Absent: Council Members None.
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9:54 P.M.
Reconvene Redeve. Agency
Meeting |
The Redevelopment Agency meeting was reconvened at this time.
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Third Period of
Oral
Communication |
Mr. Laurell called for speakers for the third period of oral
communications at this time.
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Citizen
Comment |
Appearing to comment were
Gerald Walls,
requesting the City organize a 4th of July Parade to
demonstrate patriotism, noting the parade was cancelled in the 70�s due to
the Vietnam War; Ken Hoaglund, stating there was a rush to judgement in
naming a park after Mr. Ovrom; Eden Rosen, commenting on concerns caused
by Gitana being situated within a senior housing project, and in
opposition to the Council�s decision to name a park after Mr. Ovrom,
commenting on the Channel 6 programming policies and objecting to her
denial to be a guest on the Key to the City Program; David Piroli,
commenting on the letter sent to Marian Blakey by Airport Authority
President Chris Holden, expressing appreciation to Council Members
Golonski, Murphy and Vander Borght for their response to his question,
noting the letter discusses land use issues and that he acquired a copy of
the letter through the Airport Authority; and Mike Nolan, commenting on
Council deliberations with regard to naming a park after Mr. Ovrom, noting
the reason a park was never put in the South San Fernando area was for
safety reasons as San Fernnado Boulevard was once Highway 99.
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Staff
Response
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Members of the Council and staff responded to questions raised.
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Adjournment |
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
was adjourned at 10:26 p.m. to Thursday, May1, 2003 at 10:00 a.m. for a
Council Reorganization Meeting and Saturday, May 3, 2003 for the Council
Goal Setting Workshop � Airport Hilton Hotel Gala Room.
____________________________ s/Margarita Campos
Margarita Campos, City Clerk
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