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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMARCH 3,1981 CITY COUNCIL PROCEEDINGS ARE TAPE RECORDED AND ON FILE IN THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK I INVOCATION PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE ROLL CALL MINUTE APPROVAL HEARING Best Disposal Ra tes Increased I 25:0235 MINUTES CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGULAR MEETING MARCH 3, 1981 The City Council of the City of Arcadia met in a regular session at 7:30 p.m. March 3, 1981 in the Arcadia City Hall Council Chamber. Rev. Leslie Strathern, Arcadia Congregational Church Mayor Pro Tempore Gilb PRESENT: ABSENT : Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None On MOTION by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows the minutes of the adjourned and regular meetings of February 17 were approved. Page 7 was amended to reflect Councilman Haltom's second to Councilman Dring's motion relating to permitting smoking in the Council Chamber. Staff advised that it has completed negotiations with Best Disposal Company in regard to its request for an increase in the rates for ~efuse pickup for residential. Recommended increases were set forth in the staff report dated March 3, 1981. Mayor Pellegrino declared the hearing open and the following persons spoke to the matter. Paul Mnoian, 501 Arbolada Drive, did not agree with the recommendations and said in part that the rates are considerably higher than what Best uses in other areas of San Gabriel Valley.... that if Best cannot oper- ate with the same rates it agreed to a little over a year ago, that the City should go out to bid on the contract. Darwin Avedsian, 1727 Orangewood Lane, spoke against the increase and referred to a recent arrangement Best made with the City of Irwindale that if the City opens it up to bid he felt there would be many companies ",illing to bid. James Green, 305 N. Old Ranch Road, spoke against the increase. Staff responded to questions Mr. Green propounded --- that Best received the bid originally and it was renewed in January 1979 for another five years and that Arcadia would be in about the middle of 12 cities surveyed that would be with the recommended increase ... It was also explained to Mr. Green that Best Disposal does all of the billing and collecting where- as 7 cities of the 12 surveyed do the billing. Mr.Green concluded his statement with stating in part that he would be more satisfied if the con- ~ract went to bid. Jim Whiting, 1105 Alameda, Los Angeles, said he was representing a rubbish hauler out of the Arcadia area and that it was not uncommon for a company to come in and low-ball a bid to get the contract and then come back and try to get an increase when the competition has been elimi- nated - he felt the contractor should have to live with his bid for the full period of the contract. -1- 3-3-81 HEARING Tract No. 41736 Tentative Map APPROVED 25: 0236 No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Dring and carried unanimously. Councilman Dring said in part that he has been opposed to this all along that the figures submitted by Best are not certified; that the contract was structured two years ago and presumably that rate in the contract would be valid through the first year .. which means that in normal cir- cumstances, to his way of thinking, they would have had an increase com- ing, and they have one coming, but a 31% increase is way out of line ... that it is not justified and he would like to see that brought down. In response to an inquiry by Councilman Haltom the City Attorney said that if the City were to go out to bid without the consent of Best it would be in default of the contract ... and that should the City grant what it considers a reasonable increase and they do not accept it they could not refuse to service the City. However if they refuse to render service then the City would have to sue for damages and the performance bond would as well be called. I Councilman Gilb explored in chronological order the history of Best Disposal coming into the City and stated in part that their expenses have increased as in any business - that the City Council has cut the initial 80% request to 31% increase - that perhaps in the beginning the contract should have been tied down a little closer -- that the increase as recommended will only be 25c weekly for residential pickup '" $3.20 to $4.20 per month .. that it is the duty of the Council to protect the residents with the best service possible.. He also noted some of the services Best has been performing gratis for the City. He felt that the contract as it is now proposed would be a good one for the community. Councilman Saelid agreed with Councilman Gilb and pointed out that in endeavoring to determine what was an appropriate fee such as not to im- pose an undue hardship on the hauler and at the same time protect the citizens of Arcadia guidelines were established for the staff with which to negotiate a contract ... that the recommendation would bring about a satisfactory contract for the balance of the term of the contract. He could support it. Mayor Pellegrino commented in part that he respects the haulers who have spoken tonight ... and that they should be here in three years from now. He noted that there have not been many complaints on the performance and service of Best .. and noted that Best would be locked in for three years. Councilman Haltom said in part that he agrees the proposed rates ate not exorbitant but Best has a contract and he believes they should abide by that contract ... that if they do not adhere to the first contract how can they be made to honor the new contract. Councilman Gilb then MOVED to approve the recommended rate increases; that staff be instructed to prepare an amendment for approval by the Council at its meeting of March 17. Motion seconded by Councilman Saelid. I AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Saelid, Pellegrino Councilmen Dring,. Haltom None Recommendation of the Planning Commission concerning the tentative map of Tract No. 41736 for an 8 unit residential condominium at 145-147 Fano Street. Conditions of approval were set forth in the staff report dated March 3. Mayor Pellegrino declared the hearing open and no one desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried unanimously. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried on roll call vote as follows that the Negative Declaration be approved and filed and find -2- 3-3-81 I HEARING (APPEAL DENIED) I RECREATION COMMISSION FEE SCHEDULE APPROVED 25:0237 that the project will not have a significant effect on the environment; that the tra ct is consistent with the General Plan and that the waste discharge would not result in a violation of the existing requirements of the Water Code and that the Director of Public Works be authorized to approve the subdivision agreement - and that the tentative map be approv- ed subject to all conditions. AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None Appeal filed by Manuel Padilla and Mercedes Sariol from'the Planning Commission's denial of their application for modifications on property at 75 E. Las Flores Avenue. They had applied for an 11'0'.' setback from First Avenue in lieu of 20'0" required for a proposed garage opening di- rectly upon a side street and to allow a required garage to be 18'0" in depth in lieu of 20'0" required. Tbe Modification Committee had also denied the applications and felt there were design alternatives which should be pursued such as an L shaped driveway. Tbe Commission had also felt that because of the close proximity to a school and the resultant foot traffic, the 20 foot setback should not be reduced. In essence the applicants are seeking to construct direct access from First Avenue to an existing garage. At the present time access to the garage is from Las Flores Avenue .. they wish to change that and come off First Avenue directly into the garage. Mayor Pellegrino declared the hearing open and one of the applicants, Manuel Padilla, explained in detail why they want to move the driveway that the existing driveway is right on top of a manhole and catch basin and for safety reasons should not be located there. He felt the change would afford safety and privacy for his family. Tbere are also four fruit trees which would have to come out and he would not like to do that. That by moving the driveway off the corner and relocating it in the middle of the block it would be easier to drive in and out .. much easier than in an L shape. He asked for consideration of his appeal. Mercedes Sariol, 75 E. Las Flores Avenue, said in part that the way the Planning Commission wants they would be closer to the school than the way they are requesting .... that with the L shape they would waste, their entire back yard and some of the fruit trees. Dan Butler, 67 E. Las Flores Avenue, across the street, said he is not pleased with his driveway either but there is nothing to do about it .. and asked Council to uphold the ordinance which is now in existence and spoke of a water problem on First Avenue. ' No one else desiring to be heard the hearing was CLOSED on MOTION by Councilman Haltom, seconded by Councilman Dring and carried unanimously. Discussion ensued and it was noted that the applicants are not required to use an L shaped driveway... the garage could be located toward the east and meet the code requirement. It was MOVED by Councilman Haltom, seconded by Councilman Gilb that the appeal be DENIED. Councilman Dring asked if Council would consider an alternative requesting the applicants to execute a covenant .. that if the City builds a sidewalk there .. he creates an L shaped driveway should he want to incur that ex- pense or pass it on and the buyer incurs that. It was noted that this would not solve the problem ... of backing out into the street. Roll call vote was then taken on the motion to deny. AYES NOES ABSENT : Councilmen Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino Councilman Dring None Recommendation concerning fee and charge schedules for 1981-82. It was noted in the staff report that the Commission is aware that there will -3- 3-3-81 ROLL CALL HEARING SCHEDULED APRIL 7 PORT & FLOR RELOCATION SERVICES AUTHORIiED ADJOURNMENT March 10 25:0238 be a rise in the cost of some programs, but did not feel it would be substantial enough to justify fee increases ... higher fees could result in a drop in the number of participants' in the fee and charge activities which would make these programs less cost effective overall. A Family Swim Plan will be included this year whereby a family could purchase either a book of 25 or 50 swim tickets at a rate of 50C a swim. It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Dring and carried on roll call vote as follows that the fee and charge schedule be approved so that staff may proceed with publicity for the 1981 summer program. AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None I Council recessed in order to act as the ARCADIA REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY PRESENT: ABSENT Members Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None Public Hearing was scheduled for'April 7 on amendments to the Redevelop- ment Plan which would establish a Planned Development Area Land Use Desig- nation and change the Redevelopment Plan Map designations from Commercial and Industrial to Planned Development for the properties bounded on the north by the 210 Freeway, on the south by the AT&SF Railroad, on the east by Fifth Avenue and on the west by Second Avenue. The Agency received for consideration proposed agreement for relocation services with the consulting firm of Port and Flor, Inc., of El Segundo. The Agency is obligated under the Redevelopement Plan and the State Law to provide relocation services to any property owner, either residential or commercial, who might be displaced as a result of a redevelopment pro- ject. The services to be provided by Port and Flor would include replace- ment dwellings or business locations as well as advising and assisting the property owner in preparing relocation claims. The firm would also, on request, advise staff on the application of the relocation law and the appropriations of claims which might be submitted. The fee schedule was set forth in the agreement and any costs incurred would be covered within the current Agency without any additional increases. In response to a question by Councilman Dring staff advised that reloca- tion is called for even if eminent domain is not used ... in the interest of the property owner who may be displaced ... pursuant to the agreement with Republic. The Agency made it a point that when services of the firm are used it will be so advised. It was then MOVED by Member Gilb, seconded by Member Haltom and carried on roll call vote as follows that the Agreements (one with the Agency and one with the City) be executed in form approved by the Agency Counsel. I AYES NOES ABSENT: Members Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None The Agency then adjourned to 7 p.m. March 10. Council reconvened. -4- 3-3-81 I TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINTENANCE WORK ACCEPTED HEARING April 7 S-lOK RUN TRAFFIC SIGNAL MODIFICATION BANNER REQUEST DEN lED I 25:0239 AUDIENCE PARTICIPATION Herb Fletcher, 175 W. Lemon Avenue, spoke once again about the City Council leading the way with an initiative referendum to augment Propo- sition 13 ... in an effort to enhance local control,. and suggested Council consider holding a hearing in this regard for public input. CONSENT ITEMS APPROVED renewal of the ongoing program for funding traffic signal maintenance with County Gas Tax Funds for the current year. Funds avail- able amount to $73,050. (Resolution No. 4938 adopted later in this meet- ing). ACCEPTED and AUTHORIZED final payment pursuant to the terms of the con- tract with Raymor Electric Company for the field sports lighting of the multipurpose athletic field Job No. 480. SCHEDULED a public hearing for April 7 on Planning Commission Res. No. llS7 recommending amendments to the General Plan in the redevelopment area . APPROVED the S-lOK Run for Sunday May 17, 1981. APPROVED an agreement with State of California Department of Transporta- tion (CALTRANS) for modifications of traffic signals on Colorado Street, Colorado Place and Huntington Drive and AUTHORIZED the Mayor and City Clerk to execute same. ALL OF THE ABOVE CONSENT ITEMS WERE APPROVED ON MOTION BY COUNCILMAN GILB, SECONDED BY COUNCILMAN SAELID AND CARRIED ON ROLL CALL VOTE AS FOLLOWS: AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None The La Pinata Restaurant at 210 E. Foothill Boulevard requested per- mission to display a sign on the entrance side of the facility to pro- mote its fifth anniversary which would be March 16. They would like to have the sign displayed for two weeks. It was also noted in the request that any sales made on the City of Hope Oay (March 2) would be donated to that organization. Staff advised that the restaurant had recently received approval for a banner for what amounted to a period of 80 days ... Discussion ensued and Councilman Saelid MOVED to approve the request with the comment that this could go on and on, however, that in his opinion the owners are endeavoring to do something worthwhile. MOTION DIED FOR LACK OF A SECOND. Councilman Haltom felt this type of thing just could go on and on --- that somewhere along the line some rules are to be set ... that the length of time for the banner display has been changed and now another extension is being requested. He agreeed the idea of donating a day's receipts is com- mendable and it might appear to others that they are being rewarded for that by permitting an extension. Councilman Gilb felt there are other ways in which to advertise and noted the City of Hope has many methods of this. It was then MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried on roll call vote as follows that the request be DENIED. AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom Councilmen Saelid, Pellegrino None -5- 3-3-81 TRAFFIC ISLANDS (OLD RANCH ROAD) DIAL-A-RIDE Consultant APPROVED FOR 1980-81 JUVENILE D IVERS ION 25:0240 Staff submitted a report along with a copy of a Resolution from the Santa Anita Village Association relating to the traffic islands on Old Ranch Road. The islands were initially installed in November of 1977 in a tempor- ary manner following public hearings. As a result of the hearing funds were budgeted in the 1980-81 capital improvement program in the amount of $26,200 to reconstruct in a permanent manner and to landscape and illumi- nate the islands. A review of the accident data in the Engineering De- partment indicates a lack of any reported accidents at either of the lo- cations in the last ten years. Prior to any further work being done it will be necessary to obtain easements for underground electrical lines and from existing rear property line utility locations. Robert Green, 500 S. Old Ranch Road, presented a petition with 41 signa- ' I tures asking that the existing asphalt islands be immediately replaced with landscaped permanent islands, or if the funds are not available, remove them until such time as funds do become available. James Glass, 706 S. Old Rnach Road, explored the history of the islands the purpose for installing them was to forestall accidents - that they have become traffic hazards and from a safety standpoint it would be better to remove them .. that they have been in place for four years .. they now accumulate trash and the children seem to find them attractive for play. Robert Bartlev, 506 S. Old Ranch Road, agreed in part with Mr. Glass except that he would like to see the islands left in but fixed up ... they are dirt catchers and most unattractive now.. that in the beginning they were to be up only for six months .. it has now been over three - years. He noted the increase in the cost for improving them. Councilman Saelid recalled some of the past history and MOVED to proceed with the project, having the plans and specifications drawn and staff obtain the necessary easements. Motion seconded by Councilman Gilb. Dis- cussion continued with Councilman Haltom stating in part that he is not so much concerned with the expenditure as he is with the traffic hazard for the children in the area .., He felt to landscape them and install lights would only add to the problem .. he also mentioned future main- tenance. In response to questions by Councilman Dring concerning the cost the Director of Public Works said in part that in 1979 he estimated maintenance costs to be around $2400 annually... that he estimates the improvements - a complete job - to' cost around $26,200. Roll call was then taken on the motion. AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Gilb, Saelid, Pellegrino Councilmen Dring, Haltom None Council reviewed a proposed agreement with Wilbur Smith & Associates, Consultants, for professional services relative to the 1980-81 Transit Planning and Grant Assistance. The work to be performed was set forth in the staff report dated February 26. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried on roll call vote as follows that the Agreement between Wilbur Smith & Associates and the City for consulting services, with a maximum of $2,000 per diem fee be APPROVED and that the Mayor and City Clerk be AUTHORIZED to execute same in form approved by the City Attorney. I AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None The Board of Directors of the Juvenile Diversion Project recommended an amendment to the Joint Powers Agreement providing for the assumption of liability by the participating cities and that liability be shared pro- portionally - each share based on percentage of youth referrals and that the readjustment of share be made annually by resolution to reflect the actual percentage of use. -6- 3-3-81 RESOLUTION NO. 4940 ADOPTED I EQUIPMENT PURCHASE (POLICE) AUTHORIZED STREET LIGHT CONVERS ION RESOLUTION NO. 4941 ADOPTED I WATER CONNECTION SGV WATER COMPANY APPROVED 25:0241 Whereupon Councilman Saelid presented, read the title of Resolution No. ..' 4940, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REGARDING PROPORTIONAL SHARING OF GRANT, RESPONSIBILITY UNDER THE JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY OF THE WEST SAN GABRIEL VALLEY JUVENILE DIVERSION PRO- JECT," and MOVED to waive the reading of the full text and for its adop- tion. Motion seconded by Councilman Dring and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None The Chief of Police explained needs for equipment in order to put into operation a new field report system.. this would replace.,the present system of having each officer print or type his own reports. The pur- chase of this equipment needs no additional funding -- it is in the current budget. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried on roll call vote as follows that the purchase be authorized. The City Council will be kept informed on this program. AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None Staff submitted an application which would be submitted to the California Energy Commission prior to the March 15, 1981 deadline relative to low interest loans available for the purpose of converting street lights to energy conserving high pressure sodium vapor units. The report dated March 3 indicates savings in power usage and at current rates the reduc- tion in cost. The estimated cost of the conversion is $99,275 for the new equipment and will be paid for from savings. During this consideration Harry Scolinos, Rancho Santa Anita Residents' Association asked for and received clarification of what is being proposed. He indicated that he'is not against filing the applica~ tion for loan, but would like more information to be imparted to the association. The Director of Public Works will meet with the association for this purpose. Whereupon Councilman Dring presented, read the title of Resolution No. 4941 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA AUTHORIZING THE ACTING CITY MANAGER TO ENTER A LOAN AGREEMENT WITH THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA ENERGY COMMISSION FOR ENERGY CONSERVATION ASS ISTANCE", and MOVED to waive the reading of the full text of said resolution; that same be adopted; and that staff be authorized to transmit the application with the Resolution to the California Energy Commission. Motion seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows: AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None Request of the San Gabriel Valley Water Company to install a metered con- nection between the City's system and theirs to provide them a supplemen- tal water supply. It would be located on Peck Road south of McBean Street. It was noted in the staff report dated March 3 that they may not have an adequate water supply for their north El Monte area and might need an addi- tional supply. It was also submitted that such a connection would be an advantage to Arcadia. It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Dring and carried on roll call vote as follows that the request be approved and that an agreement be prepared therefor, AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None -7- 3-3-81 GENERAL PLAN HOUSING ELEMENT MINUTE RESOLUTION ORDINANCE NO. 1715 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 4938 ADOPTED RESOLUTION NO. 4939 ADOPTED 25:0242 The City Council received the staff report on the requirements of Assembly Bill 2853 relating to draft elements being prepared and submitted to the State Department of Housing and Community Development for its review and comment. The Planning staff felt it can prepare the element without the employment of an outside consulting firm. The department would fully address all of the required issues which may be somewhat controversial, involving perhaps personal and/or political philosophies. During this consideration it was the consensus of the City Council that 2853 consti- tutes an unwarranted intrusion into municipal affairs of cities. However, failure to adopt the required housing element could result in litigation which might~ohibit the City from issuing permits for development projects... and it was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that the draft elements be prepared and submitted to the State as required. A record of the costs will be maintained so that it can be charged against the State. AYES NOES ABSENT: Counc ilmen None None I Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino It was then MOVED by Councilman Dring, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that the following Minute Resolu- tion be ADOPTED: "IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, FOUND AND DETERMINED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA, CALIFORNIA, THAT AB 2853 CONSTITUlES AN UNWARRANTED IN- TRUSION INTO THE MUNICIPAL AFFAIRS OF CALIFORNIA CITIES BY IMPOSING UN- NECESSARY AND BURDENSOME REQUIREMENTS PERTAINING TO AMENDMENT OF HOUSING ELEMENTS OF THEIR GENERAL PLAN AND IT IS FOR THIS REASON THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA HEREBY VOICES ITS SUPPORT FOR LEGISLATION TO REPEAL AB 2853." AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None The City Attorney presented for the second time, explained the content and read the title of Ordinance No. 1715, entitled: "AN ORDINANCE OF THE TITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE ARCADIA MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING DIVISION 3, PART 5, CHAPTER 2 OF ARTICLE IX TO MODIFY THE LAND USE REGU- LATIONS APPLICABLE IN THE R-2 MEDIUM DENSITY MULTIPLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL ZONE. " It was MOVED by Councilman Haltom, seconded by Councilman Dring and carried on roll call vote as follows to waive the further reading of Ordinance No. 1715 and ADOPT, AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None The City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No, 4938, entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ARCADIA REQUESTING AN ALLOCATION OF COUNTY AID TO CITIES FUNDS FOR THE MAINTENANCE OF TRAFFIC SIGNALS ON SELECT SYSTEM STREETS." I It was MOVED by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Gilb and carried on roll call vote as follows that the further reading of the full text of Resolution No. 4938 be waived and ADOPTED. AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None Tbe City Attorney presented, explained the content and read the title of Resolution No. 4939 entitled: "A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF -8- 3-3-81 I CLAIMS REJECTED (Brassfield Lyon Ta llon) CLA IM REJECTED (0' Brien) CLAIM REJECTED (Stehsel) CLAIM REJECTED (Vieweg) GILB I CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT 25:0243 THE CITY OF ARCADIA AMENDING THE GENERAL PLAN MAP LAND USE DESIGNATIONS AT 800-900 SOUTH SANTA ANITA AVENUE AND 1035-1045 WEST HUNTINGTON DRIVE FROM MULTIPLE-FAMILY RESIDENTIAL (7 + DUlAC) TO COMMERCIAL." It was MOVED by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried on roll call vote as follows that the further reading of the full text of Resolution No. 4939 be waived and ADOPTED. AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None On MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows the claims of Margaret Brassfield, Mabel V. Lyon and Jack M. Tallon were REJECTED. AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None On MOTION by Councilman Gilb, seconded by Councilman Haltom and carried on roll call vote as follows the claim of Paul J. and Bette O'Brien was rejected. AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom" Saelid, Pellegrino None None On MOTION by Councilman Dring, seconded "by Councilman Saelid and carried on roll call vote as follows the claim ~f Melvin L. and Beatric H. Stehsel was rejec ted. ' " AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None On MOTION by Councilman Saelid, seconded by Councilman Dring and carried on roll call vote as follows the claim of Carl Vieweg was REJECTED. AYES NOES ABSENT: Councilmen Dring, Gilb, Haltom, Saelid, Pellegrino None None Councilman Gilb MOVED to have a resolution prepared in honor of Walter Hoefflin for his 32 years as Chief Executive of the, Methodist Hospital and that Mr. Hoefflin be invited to attend the opening session of the regular City Council Meeting of March 17. Councilman Saelid seconded the motion which was carried unanimously. ~~~~ll en~~red a CLOSED SESSION, reconvened and adjourned at 11:30 D.m. to March 10 at 7 p.m. in the Conference Room. -9- 3-3-81