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Present-
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Council Members
Gordon, Vander Borght and Campbell. |
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Absent - - - - |
Council Members
Golonski, Ramos. |
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Also Present - |
Ms. Alvord, City
Manager; Mr. Barlow, City Attorney; and, Mrs. Wilson, Deputy 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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5:33 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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Conference with Legal Counsel � Anticipated Litigation:
Pursuant to
Govt. Code �54956.9(c)
Number of potential case(s):
1
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Regular Meeting
Reconvened in
Council Chambers |
The regular
meeting of the Council of the City of Burbank was reconvened at 6:32 p.m.
by Mr. Campbell, Mayor.
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Invocation
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The invocation
was given by Pastoral Intern Joanne Oemig, First Presbyterian Church.
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Flag Salute
ROLL CALL |
The pledge of
allegiance to the flag was led by Bob Kramer, Community Assistance
Coordinator.
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Present-
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Council Members
Golonski, Gordon, Ramos, Vander Borght and Campbell. |
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Absent - - - - |
Council Members
None. |
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Also Present - |
Ms. Alvord, City
Manager; Mr. Barlow, City Attorney; and, Mrs. Campos, City Clerk.
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301-1
National
Caregivers Month Proc
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Mayor Campbell
presented a proclamation in honor of National Caregivers Month to Sami
Lomax and Philip Terrazas, participants in the City�s caregiver support
group.
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Reporting on
Council Liaison
Committees
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Mr. Campbell
reported on attending the Environmental Oversight Committee meeting with
Dr. Gordon and commended the Magnolia Park Citizens Advisory Committee as
well as the businesses and residents who participated in the Holiday In
The Park event.
Dr. Gordon also
reported on attending the Environmental Oversight Committee and the
Magnolia Park Holiday In The Park event.
Mr. Golonski
reported on attending the focus group meetings held to discuss items
identified in the survey conducted by the Mayor�s Youth Task Force with
Mrs. Ramos. He encouraged the other Council members to attend the
subsequent focus group meetings.
Mr. Vander
Borght commented on participating in the Holiday In The Park event. He
also noted meeting Dr. Jose Cohen, Burbank resident who founded �OperationComfort.com.�
He reported that this nationwide grassroots program supports individuals
who return from war and their families by providing free psycho-therapy
services. He requested this information be made available to the public.
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406
Airport
Authority
Report
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Commissioner
Wiggins reported on the Airport Authority meeting of November 20, 2006.
He stated that the Authority: approved a purchase order for 37 portable
Motorola VHF radios for Airport safety personnel in the amount of
$149,700; approved a purchase order for 12 self-contained breathing
apparatus replacements in the amount of $88,000; and, awarded the design
contract for the Taxiway D extension.
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7:07 P.M.
1702
Continuation
of the CSB
Project Hearing
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Mr. Barlow, City
Attorney, reported that at the November 14, 2006 hearing, Mrs. Ramos
indicated that she may have a conflict on the item regarding the approval
of a Professional Services Agreement with Smith-Emery Laboratories. He
added that upon discussion, she has determined that no conflict exists.
He noted that she has been provided with tapes of the proceedings of the
last Council meeting and the hearing can continue.
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Council
Deliberation
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Dr. Gordon
recognized the need to adequately house City employees but noted that
there seemed to be a rush to approve the project at the previous hearing
which he was not supportive of. He presented three alternative scenarios
for the proposed Community Services Building Project, which he stated
would cost substantially less than the currently-proposed project.
Mr. Vander
Borght responded to Dr. Gordon�s comments noting that this project has
been in consideration for more than five years. He stated that different
scenarios of the project, including several elements proposed by Dr.
Gordon, have already been considered. He added that if a decision is not
made, the cost will continue to escalate.
Mr. Golonski
expressed appreciation for the alternatives and noted the mutual concern
regarding the project�s cost. He however stated that some of Dr. Gordon�s
suggestions, such as maintaining the Annex building, are already in place
and noted that the project cannot be built for the quoted price.
Mrs. Ramos
stated that she had the opportunity to review the previous hearing�s
deliberations and that the Council asked excellent questions and got more
than satisfactory responses. She stated that she did not want to delay
the project any further and appreciated the creative thinking behind the
alternatives.
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Motion
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It was moved by
Mrs. Ramos and seconded by Mr. Vander Borght that �the following
resolutions be passed and adopted:�
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Resolutions
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A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BURBANK AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 BUDGET BY APPROPRIATING
$20,043,855 TO THE CAPITAL HOLDING FUND FOR FUTURE INFRASTRUCTURE
PROJECTS.
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A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BURBANK CONSENTING TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY PAYMENT OF A PORTION OF
THE CONSTRUCTION COSTS OF THE COMMUNITY SERVICES BUILDING, AMENDING
FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF $33,802,716 AND APPROVING A
COOPERATION AGREEMENT RELATED THERETO.
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A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
BURBANK APPROVING AND ADOPTING THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AND
AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A GUARANTEED MAXIMUM PRICE CONSTRUCTION (GMP)
AGREEMENT FOR THE COMMUNITY SERVICES BUILDING (CSB) (BID SCHEDULE 1098)
BETWEEN THE CITY OF BURBANK AND SWINERTON BUILDERS, INC.
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A RESOLUTION OF
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK APPROVING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BURBANK AND SMITH-EMERY LABORATORIES.
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Further
Deliberation |
Mr. Golonski
stated that he did not want to delay the project, but suggested obtaining
a second opinion due to the magnitude of the escalation of the cost. He
requested that a consulting firm which was not involved in the project be
provided parameters to take a look at the costs other cities have paid for
similar construction on a per-square foot basis. Dr. Gordon concurred.
Ms. Alvord, City
Manager, informed the Council that the staff report includes a section
that compares the proposed project to other municipal buildings. She also
noted that the current bids with Swinerton Builders, Inc. will expire soon
and there are potential financial consequences.
Mr. Clifford,
Capital Projects Manager, Public Works Department, noted that the
Guaranteed Maximum Price (GMP) will expire on December 26, 2006 and stated
that there are premiums associated with extending the bids.
Mr. Vander
Borght acknowledged Mr. Golonski�s concern but stated that he could not
support spending any additional funds on the project for a confirmation of
information already provided by staff in great detail.
Mr. Campbell was
also not supportive of the second opinion, stating that the project has
already gone through a great deal of due diligence which has made it very
competitive. He also noted that a previous delay in the project is
costing the City $14 million and he is not willing to spend any additional
funds.
Mrs. Ramos noted
that the City will have a lot to loose if the project does not move
forward. She suggested allowing the project to proceed and subsequently
retain a consultant to provide a second opinion to see if there are any
glaring concerns for reconsideration.
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Substitute
Motion
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A substitute
motion was moved by Mr. Golonski, seconded by Dr. Gordon and carried with
Mr. Vander Borght and Mr. Campbell voting no that �the hearing be
continued to December 5, 2006 and staff be directed to retain the services
of a consultant to perform a quick analysis of the per-square foot cost of
the project compared to similar public buildings.�
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1704
602
Public Hearing �
Project No. 2006-1
3 Skyline Dr
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Mayor Campbell
stated that �this is the time and place for the hearing on the request by
two separate appellants to appeal the Planning Board�s decision to deny
without prejudice a previous appeal and uphold the Community Development
Director�s decision to approve a pool house and deck structures and deny
an extension of the 40 percent Floor Area Ratio to construct an
approximately 254-square foot pool house to the property located at 3
Skyline Drive. The project was denied by the Planning Board on August 28,
2006.
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Meeting
Disclosures
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There were no
meeting disclosures.
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Notice
Given |
The City Clerk
was asked if notices had been given as required by law. She replied in
the affirmative and advised that no written communication had been
received.
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Staff Report
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Ms. Shavit,
Assistant Planner, Community Development Department, requested the Council
consider two appeals continued from October 10, 2006, of the Planning
Board�s action regarding Project No. 2006-1, Hillside Development Permit
for 3 Skyline Drive. She explained that the appeal pertained to the
approval of a pool house and deck structures.
Ms. Shavit added
that pursuant to the Council�s direction, the applicant has amended the
plans to reduce the size of the pool house, limiting the structure to a
large bathroom. Specifically, she stated that the size of the pool house
and the associated photovoltaic panels have been reduced from 254 square
feet (SF) to 103 SF; the size of the trellis has been reduced; however,
the pool house still exceeds the 40 percent Floor Area Ratio (FAR) and
staff cannot make findings to exceed the FAR. She added that the amended
plans also show that the photovoltaic panels have been relocated to the
roof of the bathroom and the patio cover attached to the bathroom. She
stated that this change will attempt to reduce the photovoltaic panels�
visual impact on the backyard elevations.
Ms. Shavit
recalled that the Planning Board previously voted to uphold the Community
Development Director�s decision to approve the pool and deck structures
but deny the minor exception to exceed the 40 percent FAR requirement
needed to construct the pool house. She recommended the Council deny both
appeals and uphold the Planning Board�s decision, subject to the
Conditions of Approval.
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Appellant |
Janek Dambrowa,
project architect and appellant, provided a map showing the position of
the building in the hillside and the efforts undertaken to minimize the
impacts for the photovoltaic panels. He noted that the FAR exception is
for the construction of a pool house which has been reduced to a bathroom
facility only.
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Appellant |
Christopher
Boyce, appellant, expressed concern with the potential impact of dust and
stated that the project is still not compatible with the neighborhood. He
stated that in the event the project is approved, landscaping should be
provided to screen the project. He also expressed concern with the sewer
connection for the proposed bathroom facility.
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Applicant
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Mr. Dambrowa,
representing Masiela Lusha, applicant, stated that the project will
alleviate dust issues from the hillside as it will be landscaped and noted
that vegetation will be put in to screen the project.
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Citizen
Comment
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Appearing to
comment was James Schad on sewer connections.
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8:37 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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Staff Rebuttal
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Ms. Shavit
reported that staff would inspect the project to ensure that the proper
sewer connections are made.
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Council
Deliberations |
Mr. Golonski
stated that he can make the findings to approve the project, noting that
the topography is dictating the nature of the project. He suggested a
condition for landscaping to buffer the view of the structure.
Mr. Vander
Borght expressed concern with the cross-section provided which shows a
solid roof area and a retaining wall on one side, presenting a potential
for enclosing the area.
Mrs. Ramos also
stated that she could make the findings.
Dr. Gordon
expressed concern with the trellis versus the solid roof issue and stated
that the project seems incompatible with what is generally in the
neighborhood.
Mr. Campbell
expressed preference for the trellis as opposed to a solid roof.
Mr. Dambrowa
suggested a glass ceiling underneath the trellis to provide protection
from wind and rain, and that the panels be made as light and transparent
as possible.
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Motion
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It was moved by
Mr. Vander Borght and seconded by Mr. Golonski to �uphold the Community
Development Director�s decision, but permit the bathroom per the revised
plans.� The following resolution was passed and adopted:
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1704
602
Public Hearing �
Project No. 2006-1
3 Skyline Dr
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RESOLUTION NO. 27,357:
A RESOLUTION OF
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AFFIRMING THE DECISION OF THE PLANNING
BOARD AND DENYING THE APPEAL OF PROJECT NO. 2006-1 (3 SKYLINE DRIVE).
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Adopted
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The resolution
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Golonski,
Gordon, Ramos, Vander
Borght and Campbell.
Noes:
Council Members None.
Absent:
Council Members None.
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1702
Public Hearing �
Project No. 200-
709 E. Cypress
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Mayor Campbell
stated that �this is the time and place for the hearing on Project No.
2006-044, a Zone Map Amendment that will change the zoning designation of
property located at 709 East Cypress Avenue from a Planned Development
Zone to an R-3 Zone.�
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Meeting
Disclosures
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There were no
meeting disclosures.
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Notice
Given |
The City Clerk
was asked if notices had been given as required by law. She replied in
the affirmative and advised that no written communication had been
received.
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Staff Report
|
Ms. Yelton,
Assistant Planner, Community Development Department, presented a request
by Herb Young for a Zone Map Amendment (ZMA) to convert a Planned
Development (PD) Zone into an R-3 Zone to make the property consistent
with the General Plan Residential Multiple Low Density designation. She
stated that the property is located at 709 East Cypress Avenue and is
currently zoned PD for a five-unit project, which was never built. She
added that the applicant is requesting a change back to the R-3 Zone in
order to construct a three-unit two-story apartment building with on-grade
parking on the subject vacant lot. She noted that the proposal would
comply with all requirements for an R-3 Zone and that the Planning Board
approved the Development Review and Conditional Use Permit to allow a
driveway within the R-1 buffer. She explained that the abutting
properties to the east and west are developed with multi-family
residential uses, an elementary school to the south and single-family
residences across the alley to the north. She stated that most
multi-family projects consist of the same or higher density than proposed
and many do not have Code-required parking. She noted that the Planning
Board�s decision on the CUP and DR are contingent upon Council approval of
the ZMA, and added that the Board also recommended approval of ZMA.
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Applicant
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Mr. Young,
applicant, stated he proposed a three-unit two-story apartment unit, with
private two-car attached garages which have direct access to the units.
He requested the Council approve the ZMA.
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9:14 P.M.
Hearing
Closed
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There being no
response to the Mayor�s invitation for oral comment, the hearing was
declared closed.
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Ordinance
Introduced
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Following
Council deliberation, it was moved by Mr. Vander Borght, seconded by Dr.
Gordon and carried that �the following ordinance be introduced and read
for the first time by title only and be passed to the second reading.�
The ordinance was introduced and the title read:
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1702
Public Hearing �
Project No. 200-
709 E. Cypress
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AN ORDINANCE OF
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK APPROVING A ZONE MAP AMENDMENT FOR
PROJECT NO. 2006-044 (709 EAST CYPRESS AVENUE; APPLICANT: HERB YOUNG).
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Reporting on
Closed Session |
Mr. Barlow
reported on the items considered by the City Council during the Closed
Session meeting and noted that Mr. Campbell was not in attendance.
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Initial Open
Public Comment
Period of Oral
Communications
|
Mr. Campbell
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: Gary Garrison, wishing a happy Thanksgiving to everyone;
Mary Schindler, on the Glendale-Burbank Interceptor Sewer Project; Eden
Rosen, recognizing Alzheimers Awareness Month and commenting on large tree
wells in Magnolia Park; Esther Espinoza, reading from a news article; Mark
Barton, on the DeBell Golf Course public art piece; and, Rose Prouser, on
the Whole Foods proposal.
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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. Campbell
called for speakers for the agenda item oral communications at this time.
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Citizen
Comment |
Appearing to
comment were: Esther Espinoza, on the revenues received from the use of
inmate telephones; Howard Rothenbach and Dr. Martin Small, in support of
the Colony Theater agreement; Sharon Springer, Donna Peterson, Karen
Hoefel-Delvin, Pat Murphy, John Squillace, John Galyon, Susan Aprahamian
and Jim Carroll, on the Tujunga Avenue traffic mitigating measures; George
Avetisyan, on the Interstate 5/ Burbank Boulevard Interchange
reconfiguration; Bob Olson, in support of a majority vote requirement for
budget items; Mark Barton, on the Chandler Bikeway art piece; David Piroli,
on the Interstate 5/Burbank Boulevard Interchange reconfiguration project
and on the Community Services Building Project; and, Eden Rosen, on the
Chandler Bikeway art piece and the Community Services Building Project.
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Staff
Response |
Members of the
Council and staff responded to questions raised.
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Motion |
It was moved by
Mr. Vander Borght and seconded by Mr. Golonski that "the following items
on the consent calendar be approved as recommended.�
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1007-1
1009-1
Classification
of Asst. Manager Energy Control Center |
RESOLUTION NO. 27,358:
A RESOLUTION OF
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK ESTABLISHING THE TITLE AND
SPECIFICATION FOR THE CLASSIFICATION OF ASSISTANT MANAGER ENERGY CONTROL
CENTER (CTC NO. 0071) AND PRESCRIBING CLASSIFICATION CODE NUMBER, SALARY
AND SPECIFICATION THEREOF.
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1007-1
Amend Classf,
Pay Plan and Conflict of Interest Code and abolish certain job titles and
specs
|
RESOLUTION NO. 27,359:
A RESOLUTION OF
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION, PAY PLAN
AND CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE BY APPROVING THE ABOLISHMENT OF CERTAIN JOB
TITLES AND SPECIFICATIONS.
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804-3
Accept grant
funds for sobriety checkpoint |
RESOLUTION NO. 27,360:
A RESOLUTION OF
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AUTHORIZING THE ACCEPTANCE OF A GRANT
FROM THE CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY FOR THE 2006 SOBRIETY
CHECKPOINT MINI-GRANT AND APPROVAL OF GRANT AGREEMENT.
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907
Amend FY 2006-07
Budget
Inmate Telephone
Funds |
RESOLUTION NO. 27,361:
A RESOLUTION OF
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 ANNUAL
BUDGET TO APPROPRIATE REVENUES RECEIVED FROM THE USE OF INMATE TELEPHONES.
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Approve MOU
Prop 50-Water
Resources Planning |
RESOLUTION NO. 27,362:
RESOLUTION OF
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF
A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING FOR COORDINATION OF WATER RESOURCES PLANNING
RELATING TO PROPOSITION 50 GRANT FUNDING AND IMPLEMENTATION BETWEEN THE
CITY OF BURBANK AND VARIOUS OTHER GOVERNMENTAL AGENCIES.
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911
213
Legal Services
Agmt. For GBIS Sewer Matter |
RESOLUTION NO. 27,363:
A RESOLUTION OF
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF AN AGREEMENT
FOR LEGAL SERVICES AND AMENDING THE FY 2006-07 ANNUAL BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT
OF $250,000.
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Adopted |
The consent
calendar was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Golonski,
Gordon, Ramos, Vander
Borght and Campbell (Except Reso No. 27,363 only).
Noes:
Council Members None.
Absent:
Council Members None.
Abstain:
Council Member Campbell (Reso No. 27,363 only).
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1402
Traffic Calming
Measures on Tujunga Avenue |
Mr. Johnson,
Assistant Public Works Director/Traffic Engineer, reported that on June 6,
2006, the Council directed staff to modify existing traffic controls on
Tujunga Avenue between Sunset Canyon Drive and Via Montana. He stated
that the modifications included: a four-way stop at Sunset Canyon Drive
and Tujunga Avenue; a three-way stop at Gibson Court and Tujunga Avenue;
raised, mountable delineators along the street centerline through the
curves south of Gibson Court; and, electronic speed awareness signs on
Tujunga Avenue.
Mr. Johnson
reported that the additional stop controls were installed in June 2006 and
the delineators were installed on October 24, 2006. He stated that since
installation of the delineators, staff has received unfavorable comments
from several residents primarily regarding unsightliness and driveway
access. He added that other residents indicated that speeds on Tujunga
Avenue had been significantly reduced following the installation of the
delineators, which was confirmed by data from a speed trailer that was
placed just south of Gibson Court. He informed the Council that as a
result of the varied comments from residents following the delineator
installation, staff has scheduled a meeting with residents on November 29,
2006, at the Central Library to discuss the delineators and speed
awareness signs. He stated that staff will return to the Council with the
results of the meeting and the consensus of the neighborhood.
Staff was
directed to work with the neighborhood to replace the existing delineators
with more suitable delineators for the neighborhood, such as delineators
of a different shape, size or color, or other devices, such as small
medians at intersections or reducing the number of delineators. In
addition, staff would install the driver speed awareness signs and use
them to gauge speeds to determine the effectiveness of the new
traffic-calming devices and to aid in enforcement efforts.
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708
Burbank Center
Stage
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Mr. Hansen,
Park, Recreation and Community Services Director, requested the Council
approve a five-year Sublease Agreement and Master Lease Modification
between the City, Crown Realty and Development and the Colony Theatre
Company (Colony) relating to the Burbank Center Stage; and, approve the
Theater Operating Agreement between the City and the Colony. He stated
that in March 2000, the Colony was selected as the operator of the Burbank
Center Stage. The terms of the agreements were to commence on the
occupancy date and expire on the fifth anniversary of the opening day. He
noted that the opening was in August 2000 and the Colony operated the
facility through the initial five-year lease.
Mr. Hansen
reported that on August 23, 2005, the Council approved an extension of the
current agreements to December 1, 2005 to allow the Colony and staff to
finalize negotiations for the second five-year term. On November 22,
2005, the Council approved a second extension, extending the current
agreement through May 31, 2006. Due to the complexity of developing a
comprehensive business plan as requested by the Council, a third contract
extension was approved by the Council on May 23, 2006, expiring on
November 30, 2006.
Mr. Hansen
informed the Council that the Colony has met their financial obligation of
$90,000 during the first five years of the agreement through the rent
credit facility enhancement option, as allowed for in the current
agreement. Additionally, during the subsequent extension periods, the
Colony met all of their obligations to the City, including quarterly
payments, evidence of insurance and annual reports and goals established
for the 2005-06 season. He noted that the Colony has had a significant
positive impact on the community and has worked closely with many of the
community organizations.
Mr. Hansen added
that as requested by the Council, the Colony completed its five-year
business plan in the Fall of 2006 and in September 2006, the public
accounting firm of Vavrinek, Trine, Day & Co., LLP completed an analysis
of the Colony agreement. The analysis included a review of the management
and operations agreement, quarterly rent payments, respective rent credits
and reports, documents provided by the Colony and a site visit to the
premises. He stated that the report concluded that the Colony
substantially complies with the terms of the agreements and all related
amendments.
Mr. Hansen
explained that the terms of the proposed new agreements will remain
relatively unchanged from the existing agreements. He stated that most of
the alterations were in omitting language related to the tenant
improvement necessary in completing the conversion of the facility to a
live performance theater. He noted that the Colony will continue to pay
quarterly rent of $4,500, or equivalent rent credit and the total revenue
collected during the five-year period will be $90,000.
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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:�
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708
Burbank Center
Stage Sublease and Master Lease Agmt. |
RESOLUTION NO. 27,364:
A RESOLUTION OF
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK APPROVING THE SUBLEASE AND MASTER LEASE
MODIFICATION BETWEEN THE CITY OF BURBANK, BURBANK MALL ASSOCIATES LLC, AND
THE COLONY THEATRE COMPANY RELATING TO THE PERFORMING ARTS CENTER.
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Adopted |
The resolution
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Golonski,
Gordon, Ramos, Vander
Borght and Campbell.
Noes:
Council Members None.
Absent:
Council Members None.
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Motion
|
It was also
moved by Mr. Campbell and seconded by Mr. Vander Borght and carried with
Mr. Golonski and Dr. Gordon voting no that �that the City front the costs
for a marquee sign for the Colony and that the Colony repay the cost via
rent proceeds:�
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1602
Interstate
5/Burbank Blvd. Interchange
|
Mr. Kriske,
Senior Planner, Community Development Department, requested the Council
support a request by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans)
to make modifications to the Interstate 5 Freeway near Burbank Boulevard,
including the reconfiguration of the Burbank Boulevard interchange. He
reported that Caltrans and the Metropolitan Transportation Authority are
in the design stage of a project to add High Occupancy Vehicle (HOV) lanes
on Interstate 5 between Route 134 and Route 118. In addition to the HOV
lanes, the project would construct a new interchange at Empire Avenue by
connecting Empire Avenue to San Fernando Boulevard near the Empire Center
and would grade separate the Metrolink train tracks at the Buena Vista
Street crossing.
Mr. Kriske
informed the Council that early in the design phase, Caltrans determined
that the width of the Burbank Boulevard overpass is insufficient to
accommodate the HOV lanes. He noted that because the HOV lanes require a
complete bridge reconstruction, Caltrans and the Federal Highway
Administration (FHWA) desire to reconfigure the current Burbank Boulevard
interchange by eliminating the sub-standard loop ramps and installing a
standard diamond interchange. In addition, Caltrans would straighten the
alignment of the freeway between Magnolia Boulevard and just north of
Burbank Boulevard to improve mainline design speeds, sightlines and
safety. This would be accomplished by moving the freeway centerline
westward by approximately 140 feet, a modification that would require
property on the west side but free up excess property on the east side of
the freeway near San Fernando Boulevard.
Mr. Kriske
reported that staff has reviewed the Caltrans proposal to determine the
effect the new interchange will have on local street circulation. He
stated that the Caltrans proposal would eliminate the current loop-ramp
movements and replace them with left-turn movements at traditional
signalized intersections. He noted that while the existing loop ramps
would operate with less delay under light-to-moderate traffic conditions,
the required weaving movements have the potential to increase delay and
operational impacts as their capacity is reached. He also stated that the
diamond interchange can offer ultimately more capacity under heavy traffic
conditions, and additional turn lanes can be added at the ramp
intersections. He stated that staff feels that the diamond interchange
can offer more capacity under heavy traffic conditions and has recommended
some changes to the Caltrans proposal to add additional turn lanes at the
ramp intersections to ensure that their Level of Service (LOS) operates at
LOS D or better under projected future traffic conditions. Also, he noted
that the proposed interchange improves weaving and storage capacity on
Burbank Boulevard near San Fernando Boulevard by moving the existing
off-ramp intersection further to the west.
Mr. Kriske noted
that one disadvantage of the Caltrans proposal on local operations is that
the reconfiguration decreases the LOS of the nearby San Fernando Boulevard
and Burbank Boulevard intersection, as the new design will increase
vehicles on certain critical turning movements. In terms of freeway
operations, he stated that the realignment of Interstate 5 will increase
sightlines and widen shoulders adjacent to Burbank Boulevard, and improve
safety and operations of the freeway in this segment. Also, the removal
of the substandard loop ramps will improve safety of the ramp system, as
vehicles will no longer have to negotiate the tight turning radii of these
ramps at slow speeds. Finally, he stated that the new on-ramp reduces
driver confusion by relocating on- an off-ramps to the logical locations
as compared to the current configuration.
In general, Mr.
Kriske reported that staff believes that the proposed interchange will
benefit local circulation by providing added capacity, increasing safety,
and making the interchange clearer and more efficient. It will also
improve safety and operations of the mainline freeway by providing a
facility that meets contemporary design standards.
Mr. Kriske
recommended the Council direct the City Manager to submit a letter to
Caltrans in support of reconfiguring the Burbank Boulevard Interchange to
a diamond interchange with the changes identified by staff.
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Motion
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It was moved by
Mr. Vander Borght, seconded by Mrs. Ramos and carried with Dr. Gordon
voting no that �that the Council direct the City Manager to submit a
letter of support to Caltrans in support of reconfiguring the Burbank
Boulevard Interchange to a diamond interchange, with an amendment
reflecting that little public input was received and requesting Caltrans
representatives make a presentation to the Council on the project.�
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1601-1
Chandler Bikeway
Art Piece
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Mr. Hansen,
Park, Recreation and Community Services Director, requested Council
approval of a proposed Art In Public Places project for the Chandler
Bikeway and authorization to purchase one of the selected bronze
sculptures. He also requested the Council amend the Fiscal Year (FY)
2006-07 budget to appropriate funding from the Public Art Fund.
Mr. Hansen
reported that on September 19, 2006, staff was directed to look for a
realistic, traditional bronze sculpture that was either a one-of-a kind or
limited edition art piece, with a cost of approximately $50,000. He noted
that the Council also expressed interest in a bikeway theme or a person
sitting on a bench, with the possibility of a shade element. He stated
that staff was also directed to seek a local artist, if possible, and to
solicit input from the Friends of Chandler and bring back several options
from which the Council can select.
Mr. Hansen added
that on September 28, 2006, staff met with the Friends of Chandler,
presented various samples of bronze sculptures and discussed potential
site locations along the two-mile stretch of the bikeway. He stated that
four sites were identified as potential locations for the second
sculpture; Buena Vista Street, California Street, Hollywood Way and Pass
Avenue. He noted that staff�s recommendation was to place the
installation at Hollywood Way. He discussed the proposed sculptures and
requested the Council select a desired sculpture.
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Motion |
Following
Council deliberation, it was moved by Mr. Vander Borght and seconded by
Mrs. Ramos that �the following resolution be introduced and adopted, with
selection of the Family Outing art piece to be located near Hollywood
Way.�
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1601-1
Chandler Bikeway
Art Piece
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RESOLUTION NO. 27,365:
A RESOLUTION OF
THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2006-07 BUDGET
BY APPROPRIATING $65,000 TO PROVIDE A SECOND ART INSTALLATION ON THE
CHANDLER BIKEWAY.
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Adopted |
The resolution
was adopted by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members Golonski,
Gordon, Vander Borght,
Ramos and Campbell.
Noes:
Council Members None.
Absent:
Council Members None.
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Final Open
Public Comment
Period of Oral
Communications
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Mr. Campbell
called for speakers for the final open public comment period of oral
communications at this time.
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Citizen
Comment
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Appearing to comment was
David Piroli, wishing everyone a happy Thanksgiving and
commenting on oral communications.
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Staff
Response
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Members of the
Council and staff responded to questions raised.
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12:21 A.M.
Adjournment |
There being no
further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at
12:21 a.m.
Margarita Campos, CMC
City
Clerk
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