City of Burbank - Council Minutes

Tuesday, August 14, 2007


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 5:21 p.m. by Mayor Ramos.

 

CLOSED SESSION

Present-

Council Members Golonski, Gordon and Ramos.

Absent - - - -

Council Members Bric and Reinke.

Also Present -

Ms. Alvord, City Manager; Mr. Barlow, City Attorney; and, Mrs. Wilson, Deputy City Clerk.

 

Oral

Communications

There was no response to the Mayor�s invitation for oral communications on Closed Session matters at this time.

 

 

5:21 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:

 

 

Pursuant to Govt. Code �54956.9(a)

Name of Case:  In the Matter of the Application of the Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority.

Case No.:  OAH No. L2001-110412

Brief description and nature of case:  Application of Burbank-Glendale-Pasadena Airport Authority made to Department of Transportation, State of California for Noise Variance.

 

 

Regular Meeting

Reconvened in

Council Chambers

The regular meeting of the Council of the City of Burbank was reconvened at 6:05 p.m. by Mayor Ramos.

 

 

 

Invocation

 

The invocation was given by Bob Kramer, Community Assistance Coordinator.

 

Flag Salute

 

ROLL CALL

The pledge of allegiance to the flag was led by Emily Tubert.

 

Present-

Council Members Bric, Golonski, Gordon, Reinke and Ramos.

Absent - - - -

Council Members None.

Also Present -

Ms. Alvord, City Manager; Mr. Barlow, City Attorney; and, Mrs. Wilson, Deputy City Clerk.

 

 

301-1

Incheon, South Korea Exchange Students

Mayor Ramos invited Sharon Cohen, Library Services Director, to comment on the student exchange program with Incheon, South Korea.  Ms. Cohen invited Mr. Ahn, Principle of Inmyoung, to say a few words about the program.  Mrs. Ramos presented a proclamation to Mr. Ahn in recognition of the Sister City Exchange Program. Mrs. Ramos also recognized the following host families for opening up their homes to the South Korean students: Christoffersen/Capellaro family; MacKenzie Family; Moro family; Kachline/Fallman family; Moren Family; Hurd/Noecker family; Luna family; McCarney family; Hawver family; Miceli family; Hadaya family; and, Mockary family.  

 

 

301-1

2007 U. S.

Girls� Junior Championship

 

Mrs. Ramos presented a Certificate of Recognition to Emily Tubert, John Burroughs High School, for her achievement at the U.S. Girls� Junior Golf Championship.

 

 

 

Reporting on

Council Liaison

Committees

 

 

Dr. Gordon reported on attending the Treasurer�s Subcommittee meeting, the Be Boppin� In The Park event in Magnolia Park and the National Night Out event.

 

Mrs. Reinke expressed appreciation for the gift from the Incheon, South Korea students and reported on attending the Be Poppin� In The Park and the National Night Out events.

 

Mrs. Ramos reported on attending the Police Department�s Official Change of Command Ceremony and congratulated Chief Stehr.  She also reported on attending the League of California Cities Los Angeles Division and Transit Services Task Force meetings, and the National Night Out event.

 

 

Reporting on

Closed Session

Mr. Barlow reported on the item considered by the City Council during the Closed Session meeting. 

 

 

Public Comment

 

Mrs. Ramos called for speakers for public comment at this time.

 

 

 

Appearing to comment were: Gary Garrison; Chris Weibe; Rose Prouser; Stan Hyman; Eden Rosen; David Piroli; and, Jim Schad.

 

 

Staff

Response

Members of the Council and staff responded to questions raised.

 

 

 

1208

Joint Mtg

with the Redev. Agency

FSA Lease Amendment

 

 

Mrs. Leyland, Senior Redevelopment Project Manager, Community Development Department, requested the Council consider the proposed amendment to the lease with the Family Service Agency (FSA) for property located at 2721 West Burbank Boulevard; and, requested Council and Redevelopment Agency Board approval of necessary budget amendments and a related cooperation agreement.  She reported that as part of the existing lease agreement, the FSA is responsible for funding all tenant improvements to the building while the City is responsible for the major building systems.  She noted that the City anticipated to fund and install an elevator for the required Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) access, ensure ADA compliance on the front and/or rear entrances to the building and replace the roof at an estimated cost of $100,000.  However, since that time, construction plans have been developed and the FSA design team was informed of additional requirements for the rehabilitation of the building such as fire sprinklers and seismic upgrades.  In addition, the scope of work and cost estimates for the anticipated costs have changed based on the construction plans.  She informed the Council that the total estimated cost for these new required items and previously-expected improvements is $509,000. 

 

 

Motion

It was moved by Mr. Golonski and seconded by Mrs. Reinke that �the following resolutions be passed and adopted.�

 

 

1208

Joint Mtg

with the Redev. Agency

FSA Lease Amendment

 

RESOLUTION NO. 27,516:

A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2007-2008 ANNUAL BUDGET, APPROPRIATING FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $509,000 AND APPROVING A COOPERATION AGREEMENT WITH THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF BURBANK (2721 WEST BURBANK BOULEVARD).

 

 

1208

Joint Mtg

with the Redev. Agency

FSA Lease Amendment

 

RESOLUTION NO. 27,517:

A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK APPROVING THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH OPTION TO PURCHASE FOR THE FAMILY SERVICE AGENCY OF BURBANK (2721 WEST BURBANK BOULEVARD).

 

 

Adopted

The resolutions were adopted by the following vote:

 

Ayes:         Council Members Bric, Golonski, Reinke and Ramos.

Noes:         Council Member Gordon.

Absent:      Council Members None.

 

 

8:20 p.m.

Recess

 

The meeting was recessed at this time to allow the Redevelopment Agency, Housing Authority and Parking Authority to hold their meetings. The meeting reconvened at 8:23 p.m. with all members present.

 

 

Motion

It was moved by Mrs. Reinke and seconded by Dr. Gordon that "the following items on the consent calendar be approved as recommended.�

 

 

1503

1504

Water and Electric Monthly Report

 

 

The Water and Electric Monthly Report regarding water quality and power issues for August 2007 was received from Burbank Water and Power. 

 

The report was noted and filed.

 

 

1502

Agt. Btn City and Southland Transit

RESOLUTION NO. 27,518:

A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK APPROVING A FOURTH AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BURBANK AND SOUTHLAND TRANSIT SERVICES, INC.

 

 

1601

Agt. With

Mobile Energy Soulutions

RESOLUTION NO. 27,519:

A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK APPROVING THE BUS PURCHASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF BURBANK AND MOBILE ENERGY SOLUTIONS.

 

 

706

801-2

Free Pkwy

Plant A Tree Prog.

RESOLUTION NO. 27,520:

A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AMENDING FISCAL YEAR 2007-2008 BUDGET FOR APPROPRIATING $15,000 FOR THE FREE PARKWAY PLANT A TREE PROGRAM.

 

 

801-2

Continuing Appropriations

RESOLUTION NO. 27, 521:

A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AMENDING THE FISCAL YEAR 2007-2008 BUDGET FOR THE PURPOSE OF CONTINUING APPROPRIATIONS FROM FISCAL YEAR 2006-2007.

 

 

1301-3

Sidewalk and Pedestrian

Ramp Proj.

RESOLUTION NO. 27,522:

A RESOLUTION OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK APPROVING AND ADOPTING CONTRACT DOCUMENTS, PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS, AND DETERMINING THE LOWEST RESPONSIBLE BIDDER, ACCEPTING THE BID, AND AUTHORIZING EXECUTION OF A CONTRACT FOR 2006-2007 CDBG STREET, SIDEWALK & PEDESTRIAN RAMP PROJECT, TO EXCEL PAVING BID SCHEDULE  NO. 1230.

 

 

Adopted

The consent calendar was adopted by the following vote:

 

Ayes:         Council Members Bric, Golonski, Gordon, Reinke and

                   Ramos.

Noes:         Council Members None.

Absent:      Council Members None.

 

 

907

Nighttime

Curfew Ordinance

 

 

 

 

 

Captain Lowers reported that on July 10, 2007, Council Member Golonski requested a discussion on the City�s nighttime curfew ordinance.  She noted that the purpose of the nighttime curfew ordinance was to protect youth under the age of 18 from potential victimization, guard against unlawful influences, reduce delinquency and enhance safety for residences during the nighttime.  She added that staff provided information related to Burbank�s ordinance and compared it to similar ordinances for the cities of Beverly Hills, Culver City, Glendale, Inglewood, Monrovia, Pasadena, San Marino and Santa Monica.  She noted that the majority of these cities have a 10:00 p.m. to sunrise curfew similar to Burbank�s.  She requested the Council discuss the matter and give direction as desired.

 

Mr. Golonski stated that the request originated from a visit to the Police Youth Academy where the students stated that the 10:00 p.m. curfew was stringent for Friday and Saturday nights.  He suggested an 11:00 p.m. curfew time for Friday and Saturday nights.

 

Mrs. Reinke agreed with the 11:00 p.m. curfew time with exceptions such as when engaging in lawful employment, returning from an activity such as a movie or sports event, or on a sidewalk or right-of-way abutting the minor�s residence.  She also suggested re-titling the ordinance.

 

Dr. Gordon, Mr. Bric and Mrs. Ramos were satisfied with the ordinance as is.

 

The report was noted and filed.

 

 

201-2

Work Program and Performance Indicators

 

 

Chief Stehr presented the Work Program and Performance Indicators for the Police Department.

 

Ms. Teaford, Public Works Director, presented the Work Program and Performance Indicators for the Public Works Department.

 

 

Ordinance

Submitted

It was moved by Mr. Golonski and seconded by Mr. Bric that �Ordinance No. 3728 be read for the second time by title only and be passed and adopted.�  The title to the following ordinance was read:

 

 

201-1

Streamlining Council

Meetings

ORDINANCE NO. 3728:

AN ORDINANCE OF THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BURBANK AMENDING SUBSECTION (A) OF SECTION 2-203 OF THE  BURBANK MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO MEETINGS OF THE CITY COUNCIL.

 

 

Adopted

The ordinance was adopted by the following vote:

 

Ayes:         Council Members Bric, Reinke and Ramos.

Noes:         Council Members Golonski and Gordon.

Absent:      Council Members None.

 

 

9:22 P.M.

Reconvene Agency,

Housing and

Parking Mtgs.

 

 

The Redevelopment Agency, Housing and Parking Authority meetings were reconvened at this time for public comment.

Final Public Comment

 

 

Mrs. Ramos called for speakers for final public comment.

 

 

 

Citizen

Comment

Appearing to comment was Eden Rosen.

 

 

 

9:25 P.M.

Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:25 p.m.

 

 

                                                        Josephine Wilson

                                                        Deputy City Clerk

 

 

 APPROVED JANUARY 22, 2008

 

 

        Mayor of the Council

       of the City of Burbank

 

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