A
regular meeting of the Council of the City of Burbank was held in the Council
Chamber of the City Hall, 275 East Olive Avenue, on the above date. The
meeting was called to order at 5:05 p.m. by Mr. Vander Borght, Mayor.
CLOSED SESSION
Present- |
Council Members Campbell, Golonski, Ramos and Vander Borght. |
Absent - - - - |
Council Members None. |
Also Present - |
Ms. Alvord, City Manager; Mr. Barlow, City Attorney; and, Mrs. Campos,
City Clerk.
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Oral
Communications |
There was no response to the Mayor�s invitation for oral communications on
Closed Session matters at this time.
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5:05 P.M.
Recess |
The Council recessed at this time to the City Hall Basement Lunch
Room/Conference Room to hold a Closed Session on the following:
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Public Employee Performance Evaluation:
Pursuant to Govt. Code �54957 and 54957.6
Title of Employee�s Position:
City Manager and City Attorney.
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Regular Meeting
Reconvened in
Council Chambers |
The regular meeting of the Council of the City of Burbank was reconvened
at 6:38 p.m. by Mr. Vander Borght, Mayor.
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Invocation
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The invocation was given by Pastor Paul Clairville, Westminster
Presbyterian Church.
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Flag Salute
ROLL CALL |
The pledge of allegiance to the flag was led by Richard Phipps, Elks
Lodge.
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Present- |
Council Members Campbell, Golonski, Ramos and Vander Borght. |
Absent - - - - |
Council Members None. |
Also Present - |
Ms. Alvord, City Manager; Mr. Barlow, City Attorney; and, Mrs. Campos,
City Clerk.
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Charter Review
Committee
Presentation |
Carolyn Jackson, Chair of the Charter Review Committee, briefly described
the work of the Charter Review Committee which has been meeting since late
Fall 2005. She announced the meeting times and dates, locations where the
Committee�s Agenda can be accessed, and invited the public to attend the
meetings.
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Tuttle Center
Distinguished Site |
Mayor Vander Borght presented a Certificate of Recognition to Sylvia
Guerra, Social Service Coordinator and Site Manager for the Tuttle Center,
for their receipt of the Distinguished Site Award sponsored by the Los
Angeles County Area Agency On Aging. Ms. Guerra recognized the Tuttle
Center volunteers.
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301-1
Go Red for
Women |
Mayor Vander Borght presented a proclamation to Tue Nguyen, Director of
Heart and Stroke Initiatives, in honor of Go Red for Women Day, a campaign
by the American Heart Association to raise awareness about heart disease
in women.
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301-1
Oath of Office
To Newly-
Elected Council
Member Dr.
Gordon |
Mrs. Campos, City Clerk, administered the oath of office to Council
Member-Elect Dr. David Gordon. Dr. Gordon took his seat on the dais. He
expressed appreciation to the Mayor, Council Members and City staff for a
smooth transition and to the community in attendance.
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7:06 P.M.
Hearing
604
Home Occupation
Music Lesson
Ordinance |
Mayor Vander Borght stated that �this is the time and place for the
hearing on amending sections of the Burbank Municipal Code relating to
music lessons as permitted home occupations in certain residential zones.�
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Meeting
Disclosures
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There were no meeting disclosures. |
Notice
Given |
The City Clerk was asked if notices had been given as required by law.
She replied in the affirmative and advised that two pieces of
correspondence were received, one in support and one in opposition to the
ordinance.
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Staff
Report |
Mr. Hirsch, Assistant Community Development Director/License and Code
Services, requested the Council consider an amendment to the Burbank Home
Occupation Ordinance to allow commercial music lessons to be conducted
from a residence. He reported that on July 12, 2005, the Council
deliberated the matter and directed staff to present the proposed draft
ordinance to the Planning Board for their review.
Mr. Hirsch informed the Council that in November 2005, the Planning Board
deliberated the matter and voted 4-0 to approve the draft ordinance with
several minor modifications to the Council�s recommendations. He stated
that the modifications include: recommending the lowest rate possible be
charged for the Administrative Use Permit (AUP); the public notification
of the AUP be limited to a radius of 150 feet; the applicants must submit
to a background check if they are to teach students under the age of 18;
allowing the hours of operation to be between 9:00 a.m. and 8:00 p.m.;
that music lessons be limited to a maximum of five days a week and 10
students per day; the lessons be allowed as one-on-one lessons with one
teacher and one student per lesson with no recitals and concerts on the
premises; the lessons must be conducted in a manner as not to disturb a
person of normal sensitivity; on-premises parking must be provided; music
lessons are not subject to the pedestrian and vehicle traffic restrictions
of the Home Occupation Ordinance; and, the applicant is responsible for
all costs associated with the permitting process, including any applicable
background investigation fees, as established by the Burbank Fee
Resolution.
Mr. Hirsch reported that the Council and Planning Board have preliminarily
determined that through the implementation of certain restrictions,
standards and conditions, the conduct of this commercial activity from a
residence will not be detrimental to residential neighborhoods. He added
that both bodies determined that through the AUP process, there will be
sufficient controls and a mechanism for revocation should there be
reoccurring violations at a particular location.
Mr. Hirsch noted that the applicant�s initial costs would be approximately
$500, comprised of the AUP fee of $350, the background check fee of $60 to
$70 and an annual Business Tax of approximately $77. He noted that
subsequently, only the annual tax of $77 will be incurred. He requested a
Fee Resolution amendment to reflect the proposed fees and requested the
Council approve the ordinance and the Fee Resolution amendment.
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Citizen
Comment |
Appearing to comment were: Eden Rosen, in opposition; LaVerne Thomas, in
opposition; Howard Rothenbach, in support, but expressing concerns with
several restrictions; David Piroli, in support, but expressing concerns
with regard to multi-family buildings, sensitivity criteria,
fingerprinting and soundproofing; Theresa Karam, on the City of Los
Angeles� criteria for home occupations; and, Mark Barton, on required
insulation.
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Staff
Rebuttal |
Mr. Hirsch responded to public comment regarding parking issues; hours of
operation; the 150-foot notification radius; fingerprinting; sensitivity
issues and enforcement; and, precluding multi-family residential areas and
certain instruments.
Mr. Campbell requested clarification with regard to multi-family
residences and the requirement for dedication of a guest parking space.
Mr. Hirsch responded that the issues will be addressed through the AUP
process, in which case the AUP would either be denied or revoked depending
on the individual circumstances. He also clarified the implications of
setting decibel limits as opposed to the reasonable sensitivity standard.
Dr. Gordon inquired as to the number of complaints on the matter. Mr.
Hirsch responded that staff receives an average of six complaints a
year.
Mrs. Ramos requested clarification with regard to fingerprinting serving
as a deterrent to criminal activity. Chief Hoefel responded that it would
be an identification process and the applicant may have prior convictions
on other crimes that may be used as a basis for denying the permit.
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7:53 P.M.
Hearing
Closed
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There being no further response to the Mayor�s invitation for oral
comment, the hearing was declared closed.
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Council
Deliberations |
Mr. Golonski agreed with staff�s recommendations, stating that the
restrictions are reasonable. He also recommended that the AUP fee be
reduced to $175.
Mr. Campbell expressed opposition to allowing the use in multi-family
residences, stating that it will create a nuisance. He was also not
supportive of extending the hours of operation beyond 7:00 p.m.; requested
that the applicant secure written permission from the landlord
guaranteeing a guest parking space and indicating the ability to modify
the unit for soundproofing; would not support lessons on Sundays; and,
stated his preference for a standard decibel limit. He also suggested
reconsideration of the number of lessons given per day, since this may
create a hurdle for a family which is trying to get lessons for more than
one child.
Dr. Gordon noted the need for an objective measurement and stated that the
proposed fee is high. He also questioned the need for queuing language in
the ordinance and expressed concern with allowing such businesses in
multi-family residences.
Mrs. Ramos expressed concern with subjectivity regarding the normal
sensitivity criteria and suggested a measurement standard. She also
stated that fingerprinting will provide some level of assurance to
parents, and noted that a high AUP fee will hinder the success of
registering such businesses.
Mr. Vander Borght noted the property rights of homeowners who desire to
make a living in their home. He supported a reduction in the AUP fee to
$175, stated the use is not appropriate for multi-family residences and
noted a need for a quantifiable noise standard to eliminate subjectiveness.
Staff was directed to bring back the ordinance and resolution with the
following modifications: a reduction in the AUP fee to $175; prohibiting
lessons in multi-family residences; and, setting a standard decibel limit.
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Reporting on
Closed Session |
Mr. Barlow reported on the items considered by the City Council during the
Closed Session meeting.
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Initial Open
Public Comment
Period of Oral
Communications |
Mr. Vander Borght called for speakers for the initial open public comment
period of oral communications at this time.
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Citizen
Comment |
Appearing to comment were: Irma Loose, encouraging the Council to work
together on City issues; Don Elsmore, on lack of response by Los Angeles
Councilman LaBonge; Mary Schindler, on the Glendale-Burbank Interceptor
Sewer (GBIS) Project; Eden Rosen, on a defective elevator and Charter
Communications; Dick Garris, congratulating Dr. Gordon; Maria Proctor,
congratulating Dr. Gordon; Undine Petrulis, in support of her application
to serve on the Planning Board; Mike Nolan, commending the selection of
Fire Chief Pansini and congratulating Dr. Gordon; Nichola Ellis, on the
GBIS Project; James Schad, congratulating Dr. Gordon and inquiring as to
the completion date for the painting at the Joslyn Center; Carolyn Berlin,
congratulating Dr. Gordon and on the Charter Review Committee; Theresa
Karam, on a development in her Los Angeles neighborhood; Mark Barton,
congratulating Dr. Gordon; Anna May Nelson, announcing an upcoming event
at McCambridge Recreation Center; Rose Prouser, congratulating Dr. Gordon
and requesting the shuffleboard court at the Tuttle Center be provided a
shade structure; Fred Prouser, inviting the public to attend a reception
for Dr. Gordon; David Piroli, on the Charter Review Committee meetings;
Stan Hyman, on Airport issues; Jim Etter, in opposition to the one-way
pairs along the Chandler Bikeway; Howard Rothenbach, congratulating Dr.
Gordon, announcing an upcoming redevelopment conference and inquiring as
to the number of registered sex offenders in Burbank; Phil Berlin, in
support of Dr. Gordon and on the Charter Review Committee meetings;
LaVerne Thomas, on traffic and parking impacts by Porto�s Bakery and on
the music lesson ordinance; Dink O�Neal, congratulating Dr. Gordon and
commenting on previous Council actions; and, Sam Basilious, congratulating
Dr. Gordon and expressing concerns with young drivers speeding on Olive
Avenue and Bel Aire Drive.
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Staff
Response |
Members of the Council and staff responded to questions raised.
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Agenda Item
Oral Communications |
Mr. Vander Borght called for speakers for the agenda item oral
communications at this time.
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Citizen
Comment |
Appearing to comment were: Katherine Cook and Marc Modrow, in support of
Sam Asheghian�s application to the Planning Board; Sam Asheghian, in
support of his application to the Planning Board; Eden Rosen, on music
lessons in residences; Fred Prouser, showing a videotape in relation to
Planning Board appointments; Rose Prouser, on appealing projects and on
the one-way alley proposal behind Porto�s Bakery; Stan Hyman, in support
of Amy Lawrence and Michael Scandiffio�s applications to the Planning
Board and on upcoming appeals; David Piroli, in opposition to the proposed
parking on Magnolia Boulevard and on Planning Board appointments; Mark
Barton, on the Downtown Burbank Partnership, Inc. Annual Report; Phil
Berlin, on Planning Board appointments; Carolyn Berlin, on the one-way
alley proposal behind Porto�s Bakery, on Planning Board appointments and
requesting the Council appeal a recent decision by the Planning Board;
Mike Nolan, on the Downtown Burbank Partnership, Inc. Annual Report and
the City�s mid-year financial report; Molly Hyman, on Planning Board
appointments; Amy Lawrence, in support of her application to the Planning
Board; and, Dink O�Neal, on Planning Board appointments.
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Staff
Response |
Members of the Council and staff responded to questions raised.
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Jt. Mtg. with
Redev. Agency
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Downtown
Burbank
Partnership
Annual Report |
Ms. Stewart, Downtown Manager, Community Development Department, presented
the Downtown Burbank Partnership Annual Report and requested consideration
of the annual assessment of property owners within the Downtown Burbank
Business Improvement District. She reported that the District receives
approximately $720,000 from the Los Angeles County Tax Assessor�s Office
from Property Taxes paid by the property owners, excluding the residential
and non-profit property owners. She added that the District includes
approximately 289 properties with 133 owners and 240 shops, restaurants
and retail establishments. She identified the District that is generally
bounded by Glenoaks Boulevard, Verdugo Avenue, Interstate 5 Freeway, the
Metrolink Station and Burbank Boulevard.
Ms. Stewart informed the Council that a number of improvements and new
programs were implemented over the last two years, including new holiday
d�cor, additional sidewalk/alleyway maintenance and security, a Goodwill
Ambassador Program and a free wireless internet access program. She also
reported that a new wayfinding signage program is being installed for
direction and improved circulation, and a new streetscape plan has been
approved. She then elaborated on the different marketing and promotions
that have been undertaken or enhanced, and the new developments. She
highlighted Downtown Burbank Partnership, Inc.�s receipt of the Crystal
Eagle Achievement Award and three Marketing awards from the California
Festivals and Events Association.
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Motion |
It was moved by Mr. Golonski and seconded by Mr. Campbell that �the
following resolution be passed and adopted:�
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1202-6
Approve Annual
Report for 2006-07 Downtown
BPID |
RESOLUTION NO. 26,167:
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK APPROVING THE ANNUAL
REPORT AND LEVYING THE 2006-2007 ASSESSMENT FOR THE DOWNTOWN BURBANK
PROPERTY AND BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT.
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Adopted |
The resolution was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members
Campbell, Golonski, Gordon, Ramos
and Vander Borght.
Noes: Council Members None.
Absent: Council Members None.
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Jt. Mtg. with
YES
802
Review of City�s
Financial Status
As of Dec. 31,
2005 and Mid-
Year Approp. |
Mr. Elliot, Interim
Financial Services Director, discussed the City�s financial status as of
December 31, 2005, requested Council approval of mid-year adjustments to
the Fiscal Year (FY) 2005-06 approved budget, and discussed the Five Year
Financial
Forecast, preview of the FY 2006-07 budget and the non-recurring
resources.
Mr. Elliot gave a
revenue overview, noting revised estimates for increases in Sales Tax and
Building Permit/License Fees. He also noted the appropriation adjustments
due to Police, Fire and Burbank City Employees Association Memoranda of
Understanding ratifications, and stated that the projected FY 2005-06
deficit of $710,866 would be balanced with use of the Public Employee
Retirement System (PERS) Stabilization Fund. He also stated that the
current Undesignated Fund Balance was $7,577,482; however, after
considering appropriations for: increases in working and emergency capital
reserves ($1,515,000); compensated absences ($800,000), one-time
appropriations ($915,353), additional PERS enhanced retirement ($877,000),
anticipated Retiree Medical Trust ($407,610); and, the mid-year
non-recurring adjustments ($1,252,926), the estimated available balance as
of June 30, 2006 was $1,809,593.
Mr. Elliot then
discussed the following mid-year budget adjustments: Harvard Fire Incident
($1,137,613); legal advertising and printing ($15,000); library grant
appropriation ($4,174); Department of Justice secure router ($2,700);
increased postage ($5,000); Park, Recreation and Community Services
contract services ($40,000); portable toilets � Habitat for Humanity
($3,057); Burbank on Parade insurance ($5,000); Animal Shelter donation
($31,936); weed spraying ($7,700); and, maintenance of six storm water
pumps ($10,746). He stated that the net General Fund requests totaled
$1,218,752.
Mr. Elliot also
discussed the mid-year adjustments pertaining to other funds, including:
Proposition A Transportation; Gas Tax; Public Improvements/Development
Impact Fees; Youth Endowment Services Fund; Refuse Collection and
Disposal; Vehicle Replacement; Office Equipment Replacement; Municipal
Building Replacement; Computer Equipment Replacement; and, Magnolia Power
Plant Operation.
Mr. Elliot then
discussed the Five Year Financial
Forecast pertaining
to non-recurring and recurring revenues, and recurring expenditures. He
also elaborated on the FY 2006-07 budget development parameters which
included: a discretionary budget reduction of one percent; no new
positions or upgrades unless revenue off-set; frozen positions from FY
2003-04 through FY 2005-06 to remain frozen but removed from the personnel
budget system; no allowable increases in the Materials, Supplies and
Services accounts unless beyond the department�s control; no new capital
outlay requests unless approved by the Executive Team; and, inclusion of
the Utility Users Tax Set Aside Fund in the recurring resources. He then
gave an overview of the available non-recurring resources and concluded
that while the General Fund forecast is improving, the expenditures are
still in excess of recurring revenues.
Mr. Golonski
requested the Council consider, as part of the non-recurring fund balance,
to fund the Mayor�s Youth Task Force initiatives for $250,000 for FY
2006-07. He also suggested that staff evaluate the use of the Pension
Obligation Bonds hedge fund to pre-fund the City�s PERS obligation in an
effort to mitigate some of the rising pension costs. Mrs. Ramos expressed
support for the Mayor�s Youth Task Force funding.
Mr. Campbell
requested one-time non-recurring funding for the Wayside Horn/Quiet Zones
to improve intersections in terms of safety while reducing noise. Mr.
Golonski and Mrs. Ramos expressed preference for using Redevelopment
Agency funds for this purpose.
Dr. Gordon requested
consideration of funding to televise the Charter Review Committee
meetings.
Mr. Vander Borght
expressed support for funding the Mayor�s Youth Task Force. He also
requested setting aside $400,000 for additional transit buses and funding
for the improvement of the remnant parcel at Burbank and Victory
Boulevards. He expressed interest in receiving more information on the
potential risks and benefits of using the Pension Obligation Bonds hedge
funds. Mrs. Ramos concurred.
It was moved by Mr.
Golonski seconded by Mrs. Ramos and carried that $250,000 be set aside for
the Mayors Youth Task Force and $400,000 be set aside for the purchase of
additional transit buses.
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Motion |
It was moved by Mr. Golonski and seconded by Mrs. Ramos that �the
following resolutions be passed and adopted:�
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802
Mid-Year
Adjustments |
RESOLUTION NO. 26,168:
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AMENDING THE BUDGET OF
FISCAL YEAR 2005-2006 FOR THE PURPOSE OF MID-YEAR ADJUSTMENTS.
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YES Reso.
Adopted |
Youth Endowment Services Fund Board Resolution Y-44 Amending the Budget of
Fiscal Year 2005-2006 for the Purpose of Mid-Year Adjustments.
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Adopted |
The resolutions were adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members
Campbell (abstained on the mid-year
adjustment pertaining to the Proposition A
Transportation Fund), Golonski, Gordon, Ramos and
Vander Borght.
Noes: Council Members None.
Absent: Council Members None.
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Items Removed
From Consent
Agenda |
The items regarding the Installation of One-Way Traffic Operation in the
Alley South of Magnolia Boulevard and East of Hollywood Way and
California�s Greenhouse Gas Emission Reduction Targets were removed from
the consent agenda for the purpose of discussion.
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Motion |
It was moved by Mrs. Ramos and seconded by Mr. Golonski that "the
following items on the consent calendar be approved as recommended.�
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Annual Weed
Abatement
Program |
RESOLUTION NO. 26,169:
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK DECLARING THAT WEEDS
GROWING UPON AND IN FRONT OF CERTAIN PRIVATE PROPERTY IN THE CITY ARE A
PUBLIC NUISANCE, AND DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO PROVIDE FOR THE ABATEMENT
THEREOF.
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Final Tract Map
No. 61424 �
226 W. Tujunga |
RESOLUTION NO. 26,170:
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK APPROVING FINAL MAP OF
TRACT NO. 61424 (226 West Tujunga Avenue).
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San Fernando
ITS Project
B.S. No. 1155 |
RESOLUTION NO. 26,171:
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK APPROVING CHANGE ORDER
NO. 3 IN THE AMOUNT OF $296,668.42 FOR THE SAN FERNANDO CORRIDOR
INTELLIGENT TRANSPORTATION SYSTEMS (ITS) PROJECT, BID SCHEDULE NO. 1155
AND APPROVING THE PROJECT AS MODIFIED.
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Adopted |
The consent calendar was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members
Campbell, Golonski, Gordon, Ramos
and Vander Borght.
Noes: Council Members None.
Absent: Council Members None.
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1402
Install One-Way
Traffic Operation
in the Alley S. of
Magnolia and E.
of Hollywood
Way |
Mr. Johnson,
Assistant Public Works Director/Traffic Engineer, requested Council
approval to change the traffic operation in the alley south of
Magnolia Boulevard
between Hollywood Way and Cordova Street to a one-way eastbound operation
to improve traffic flow in the area.
Mr. Johnson
responded to public comment regarding traffic congestion associated with
Porto�s
Bakery and installation of green curb on
Magnolia Boulevard.
He noted that parking on Magnolia Boulevard is generally two hours and the
green curb limit of 15 minutes would provide for a higher turnover. He
also explained staff�s rationale for suggesting the eastbound one-way
traffic pattern.
Dr. Gordon requested
clarification with the proposed traffic pattern. He was not supportive of
the eastbound operation due to concerns with traffic impacts on
Cordova Street.
Mr. Golonski
expressed preference for a west-bound one-way traffic pattern. He
supported staff�s recommendations on an interim basis, while working
towards a longer-term approach.
Mrs. Ramos expressed
concern with the 15-minute time limit at
Porto�s Bakery and
suggested 20 minutes at the minimum and 30 minutes as being very
realistic.
Mr. Vander Borght
expressed support for staff�s recommendations with monitoring.
Dr. Gordon expressed
concern with the provision restricting deliveries to before
7:00 a.m. and
suggested restricting deliveries to between 6:00 a.m. and 7:00 a.m., and
that other loading times be restricted to
Magnolia Boulevard.
He noted that the alley is very narrow, and congestion and noise issues
will be created.
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Motion |
It was moved by Mr. Golonski and seconded by Mrs. Ramos that �the
following resolution be passed and adopted.� In addition,
deliveries were
restricted to between
6:00 a.m.
and 7:00
a.m., and the one-way eastbound traffic direction was approved on an
interim basis.
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One-Way Signs
In the Alley of
Magnolia and
Hollywood Way |
RESOLUTION NO. 26,172:
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AUTHORIZING THE
INSTALLATION OF ONE-WAY EASTBOUND TRAFFIC OPERATION IN THE ALLEY SOUTH OF
MAGNOLIA BOULEVARD BETWEEN HOLLYWOOD WAY AND CORDOVA STREET.
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Adopted |
The resolution was adopted
by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members
Campbell, Golonski, Ramos and
Vander Borght.
Noes: Council Member Gordon.
Absent: Council Members None.
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902
California�s
Greenhouse Gas
Emission
Reduction Targets |
A report was
received from Burbank Water and Power (BWP) stating that the American Lung
Association of California has requested the Council consider adopting a
resolution in support of
California�s new
greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reduction targets. It was indicated that
GHG includes carbon dioxide, methane, nitrous oxide, hydrofluorocarbons,
perfluorocarbons and sulfur hexafluoride, and that motor vehicles and
electric utilities are among the largest emitters of GHG.
Staff stated that in
an effort to create a plan to reduce the impact of GHG on California�s air
quality, Governor Schwarzenegger issued an executive order on June 1, 2005
establishing the following GHG reduction targets: reducing GHG emissions
to 2000 levels by 2010; reducing GHG emissions to 1990 levels by 2020;
and, reducing GHG emissions to 80 percent below 1990 levels by 2050.
It was reported that
as utilities are the largest emitters of GHG, BWP staff carefully
investigated whether or not these GHG emission reduction targets are
technically and financially feasible. Staff concluded that the long-term
range and various unknown factors, such as technology changes and
financial constraints, raise significant challenges to the City committing
to achieve the 2050 reduction target.
Mr. Campbell
expressed concern with staff�s reluctance to commit to achieving the 2050
reduction target. He noted the need to support a policy that reduces
global warming.
Mr. Fletcher,
Assistant General Manager, Burbank Water and Power, and Mr. Davis, General
Manager, Burbank Water and Power, elaborated on the challenge of attaining
the goals which are tantamount to eliminating all burning coal.
Mr. Golonski was
supportive of the target goals of 2010 and 2020 but was not supportive of
committing to goals that are not achievable.
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Motion |
It was moved by Mr. Campbell and seconded by Mr. Vander Borght that �the
following resolution be passed and adopted,
to adopt the goals
as proposed by the Governor committing the City to the 2010, 2020 and 2050
goals outlined.�
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902
California�s
Greenhouse Gas
Emission
Reduction Targets |
RESOLUTION NO. 26,173:
A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK IN SUPPORT OF STATEWIDE
GREENHOUSE GAS REDUCTION TARGETS.
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Adopted |
The resolution was adopted
by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members
Campbell, Gordon, Ramos and
Vander Borght.
Noes: Council Members None.
Absent: Council Members None.
Abstain: Council Member Golonski.
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202-6
Appointments to
the Planning
Board |
Mrs. Campos, City Clerk, requested the Council make appointments to fill
two unexpired terms on the Planning Board, ending on June 1, 2007 and June
1, 2009, respectively. She noted that the vacancies were created by the
resignation of Mrs. Margaret Taylor, and removal of Mr. Daniel Humfreville
from his service on the Planning Board. She reported that notice of the
vacancies was sent to the newspapers and placed on the City�s website and
the Channel 6 Scroll in order to obtain qualified candidates. She stated
that as of the January 31, 2006, 5:00 p.m. deadline, the City Clerk�s
Office received 14 applications from the following persons: Amy B.
Lawrence; Razmik Hovanessian; Kenneth H. San Miguel; Richard W. Gillis;
Michael J. Dontanville; Sam K. Asheghian; Michael J. Scandiffio; Ross D.
Necessary; Gordon K. Bohn; Jessie L. Byers; Gregory F. Bragg; David B.
Ahern; Michael D. O�Connell; and, Undine M. Petrulis.
Mrs. Campos
noted that all Board members serve without compensation and shall not
serve on more than one Board, Commission, or Committee at the same time.
In addition, any person appointed to be a member of a Board, Commission or
Committee must be an elector of, and actually reside in, the City of
Burbank.
Following a vote of
the Council Undine M. Petrulis was selected for the term ending
June 1, 2009; and,
Amy Lawrence was selected for the term ending June 1, 2007.
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12:06 A.M.
Reconvene Redev.
Agency and YES
Fund Board
Meetings |
The Redevelopment Agency and Youth Endowment Services Fund Board meetings
were reconvened at this time.
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Final Open
Public Comment
Period of Oral
Communications |
There was no response to the Mayor�s invitation for speakers for the final
open public comment period of oral communications at this time.
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Memorial
Adjournment |
There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting
was adjourned at 12:06 a.m. in memory of Goody Glance.
Margarita Campos, CMC
City Clerk
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APPROVED APRIL 25, 2006
Mayor of the Council
of
the City of
Burbank
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