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HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - September 19, 1988 - CC (2)1 CITY OF AZUSA MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING SEPTEMBER 19, 1988 - 7:30 P.M. The City Council of the City of Azusa met in regular session at the above date and time in the Civic Auditorium. Mayor Pro -tem Naranjo called the meeting to order and led in Call to order the salute to the Flag. INVOCATION was given by Pastor Rick MacDonald of the Four Invocation Square Gospel Church. ROLL CALL Roll Call PRESENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: AVILA, STEMRICH, NARANJO, LATTA, ABSENT : COUNCILMEMBERS: MOSES Moses absent Moved by Councilwoman Avila, seconded by Councilman Stenrich Moses excused and unanimously carried by roll call* to excuse Mayor `,sr from the meeting. ALSO PRESENT City Attorney Thorson, City Administrator Fuentes, Chief of Police/Assistant City Administrator Wood, Director of Finance Craig, Director of Community Development Bruckner, Utilities Director Hsu, Director of Community Services Guarrera, City Librarian Alaniz, Assistant Director for Engineering and Public Works DeLoach, Redevelopment Project Analyst Katchen-Gall, City Treasurer Talley, City Clerk Solis, Deputy City Clerk Lara. CrREMONIAL NONE Also Present Ceremonial None The CONSENT CALENDAR consisting of Items 1 through 12 was Cons Cal approved by motion of Councilwoman Avila, seconded by appvd Councilman Stemrich, and unanimously carried by roll call vote*. 1. The Minutes of the regular meeting of September 6, 1988 Mir, _. pvd were approved as written. 2. Resignation of Mr. Rodel Hidalgo, Computer Operations Resign. R. Analyst, effective August 19, 1988, was accepted. Hidalgo 3. Bid opening was held in the City Clerk's Office on September 12th, for Project No. 744B-88, installation of parking lot lighting at Slauson Park. One bid, only, was received from M. Wilson Electric Company. The sole bid was rejected as it did not allow for an adequate comparison with other bids. The City Clerk was directed to return the bidder's guarantee and to readvertise the project. 4. Employee step increase to Step 2/permanent status was approved for S. Sandoval, effective July 12, 1988. Bid opening Proj. 744B-88 bid rejected to be re- bid Emp step inc/ perm stat 5. The aluminum dome for Reservoir #1 has been completed Notice of in compliance with all specifications and conditions, Completion by Temcor Company. The project was approved and Reservoir authorization given to execute the Notice of Completion dome and for the City Clerk to have same recorded. 6. Council approved construction of a 2 million gallon Amend to reservoir at 255 E. Sierra Madre. The new reservoir contract configuration and its engineering plans and for eng. specifications need to be revised to reflect the plans & capacity changes from 2.7 million gallons to 2.0 specs for million gallons. Contract amendment to cover new reser- additional engineering services, new design, and voir drawings was approved with James M. Montgomery, Consulting Engineers, in the amount of $37,600 and its execution authorized. 7. Appointments of David Plummer and Alice Ortiz to the Appt. D. position of Reserve Police Officer, effective Plummer & September 20, 1988, were approved. A. Ortiz 8. Pruitt Construction, Inc., has satisfactorily completed Notice of the roof installation for the Durrell House, Project Completion No. 726-87. The project was approved and authorization Proj. 726-87 given to execute the Notice of Completion and direction given to the City Clerk to have same recorded. 9. Staff has completed plans and specifications for the Plans & Specs construction of concrete basketball and volleyball Proj. 744C-88 courts at Slauson Park, Project No. 7440-88. The plans and specifications were approved and the City Clerk directed to advertise for bids. 10. The City has a need to order trophies for the Adult Sports and Pony Baseball Programs for the 1988-89 fiscal year. Purchase of trophies is difficult to standardize for bidding purposes since no two manufacturers make trophies exactly alike. Staff solicited informal quotations from four vendors. Formal bidding procedures were waived pursuant to the Municipal Code and authorization given to purchase the trophies from J & J Sports Trophy of Azusa, in the amount of $11,368, due to their competitive prices and proven high quality. 11. City Treasurer's Financial Statement, showing a balance of $12,176,389.19, as of August 30, 1988, was received and filed. 12. Three separate resolutions authorizing payment of warrants by the City were adopted and entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA ALLOWING CERTAIN CLAIMS AND DEMANDS AND SPECIFYING THE FUNDS OUT OF WHICH THE SAME ARE TO BE PAID. THE CITY COUNCIL CONVENED JOINTLY WITH THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY AT 7:37 P.M. JOINT PUBLIC HEARING - on the proposed sale of certain real property in the Central Business District Redevelopment survey Area to West Venture Development Company, for the rehabilitation and construction of approximately 76,000 square feet of commercial/retail space, located on the southeast corner of Alosta and Citrus; proposed Owner Participation Agreement and certification of the Negative Declaration. 09/19/88 PAGE TWO Waive bidding for purch. of trophies Cty Treas. Fin. Stment Res. #s 8512, 8513, & 8514 Warrants Cncl & CRA convnd jntly Joint Pub Hrg - West Venture Dev. Mayor Pro-tem/Chairman Pro -tem declared the Hearing open. Hrg opened The City Clerk/Secretary read the affidavit of proof of publication of notice of said Hearing published in the Azusa Herald on September 7th and 14th, 1988. Moved by Councilwoman/Director Avila, seconded by Councilman/Director Stemrich and unanimously carried by roll call to table this item until after Closed Session. 'THE CITY COUNCIL RECESSED AND THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CONTINUED AT 7:38 P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL RECONVENED AT: 7:42 P.M. THE CITY COUNCIL DID NOT DEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY AS NO TRANSACTED. ORDINANCES/SPECIAL RESOLUTIONS CONVENE AS THE INDUSTRIAL BUSINESS WAS NECESSARY TO BE Councilwoman Avila offered an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA AMENDING SECTION 8.62.010 OF THE AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE AND ADDING SECTION 8.62.080 THERETO RELATING TO THE LENGTH OF TIME PERSONS MAY STAY AT A MOTEL OR HOTEL. Moved by Councilwoman Avila, seconded by Councilman Stemrich to waive further reading and adopt. Ordinance and adopted by the following vote, to wit: 'passed AYES: COUNCIL4EMBERS: AVILA, STEMRICH, NARANJO, LATTA NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MOSES Mrs. Gayle Avakian addressed Council regarding proposed resolution certifying the Negative Declaration for Code Amendment No. 160, relating to prohibited uses in the Water Conservation Zone. She stated that there should have been an Environmental Impact Report prepared for this Code Amendment and that the Negative Declaration is deficient and legally inadequate as it does not address environmental impacts to the health and welfare of the people. Further, that this was a form of bowing down to special interest groups. Cont to end of mtg Cncl recessed CRA cont. Reconvened No bus IDA Ord./Spec.Res Ord. #2380 re: length of stay at hotals mot-., G. Avakian comments on Amend. #160 Mr. Art Morales addressed this item stating that possibly Comments staff could explain this Code Amendment again, as Mrs. A. Morales Avakian's comments had confused the issue. Community Development Director Bruckner advised the Council Comments that there was no need for an EIR in this matter, as the Staff amendment was for the Water Conservation Zone, only. Further, that we have complied with all CEQA regulations and the Negative Declaration is proper. He went on to state that the Corps of Engineers are responsible for this activity and that, presently, our Code does not provide for it. That in the event this amendment were not approved, the Corps would still remove rock and gravel from the riverbed. The Code Amendment is necessary to legalize maintenance operations. Mr. Bruckner further advised that the Corps of Engineers is in the process of preparing an EIR for a specific project that they will be implementing. It was consensus of Council that when the report is completed that a copy be furnished for their perusal. 09/19/88 PAGE THREE Mrs. Gayle Avakian again addressed this item stating that Further the Council should wait for that EIR prior to approving this comments Code Amendment. That there was a possibility that a law G. Avakian suit could be initiated. Mrs. Avila requested that the City Attorney respond to Advice of statements made. City Attorney advised that Mr. Bruckner Cty Atty adequately stated staff's position on this and that there is really no effect one way or another whether this Ordinance is adopted. The Corps of Engineers will continue whether or not the Ordinance is passed, and the only reason staff is proposing this amendment is to make the current practice consistent with the Code. He further stated that the distinction needs to be made with regard to comments presented, is that the project that is of concern to the citizens is what happens to the riverbed when it is dredged and what is the effect of the Corps of Engineers' activity over the whole watershed, and that is not something that is effected one way or another by this Ordinance. Mr. Bruckner advised the Council that if they did not feel comfortable in taking action on this amendment this evening, staff had no problems if it was continued. Moved by Councilman Stemrich, seconded by Councilwoman Avila Code Amend and unanimously carried by roll call* to continue this item #160 cont. until the Environmental Impact Report from the Corps of for EIR frm Engineers is available for review. .orps of Eng. Councilwoman Avila offeree? a resouticn entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF 2l.Sr. as. #8516 DENYING THE PUBLIC NUISANCE APPEAL OF LEONARD GCLD FOR :nyinq Pub PROPERTY LOCATED AT 518 NORTH SAN GABRIEL AVENUE AND Nuis Appl ORDERING CORRECTIVE MEASURES THEREON (CITY CASE NO. 88-391) L. Gold Moved by Councilwoman Avila, seconded by Councilman Stemrich to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote, to wit: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: AVILA, STEMRICH, NARANJO, LATTA NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MOSES (An informal hearing was held on the above at the meeting of September 6th, 1988.) Councilwoman Avila offered an Ordinance entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA ADDING 1st rdg Ord SECTION 8.52.015 TO THE AZUSA MUNICIPAL CODE REGARDING nonmotorized NONMOTORIZED VEHICLES IN AND UPON PUBLIC STREETS, SIDEWALKS vehicles AND PARKS. Moved by Councilwoman Avila, seconded by Councilman Stemrich and unanimously carried by roll call to waive further reading and introduce. SCHEDULED ITEMS CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING - on application of Paul Lucas, et al, requesting a zone change from C2 (restricted commercial) to R2 (two-family residential), Zone Change Case No. Z-88-1, and General Plan Amendment to change the General Plan designation from CBD (Central Business District) to M (Medium density residential), on the property located at 503-531 N. San Gabriel Avenue. 09/19/88 PAGE FOUR Cont Pub Hrg Z-88-1 & GPA 88-1 P. Lucas et al Mayor Pro -tem declared the Hearing reopened. Hrg reopened Director of Community Development Bruckner advised that the Staff testi- property proposed to be rezoned was on the west side of San mony Gabriel Avenue between Sixth and Fifth Streets and consisted of six parcels. The residences are non -conforming uses within the C2 zone. A zone change request was made to rezone these parcels to R3c (multi -family residentidal) along with a concurrent general plan amendment from CBD to H (high density residential). on June 20th, the Council voted to refer these cases to the Planning Commission for reconsideration of a lower density zoning and general plan use designation. The Planning Commission has recommended that the three southernmost parcels be rezoned to R2, while the three northernmost parcels be rezoned to R3c. Mr. Paul Lucas, one of the applicants, addressed the Council Testimony and stated that if the zoning were to be changed, it should P. Lucas all be the same, not split up as recommended. Mr. Ivan Goodner, one of the applicants, stated that it Testimony would be more logical to zone the properties as R3c, as I. Goodner there are apartments in the area and it should be consistent. Mr. Emilio Barajas, one of the applicants, also requested Testimony that his property be rezoned R3c, because it would E. Barajas definitely make his property more valuable. He did not feel that his property should be down -graded to R2. Councilman Stemrich stated that possibly the properties Comments could be rezoned R3r (restricted), in order that lar -f `:iiricr apartment complexes could not be built, but duplexs coulf.l be erected. However, in order to create an R3r (restricted) zone, the City Attorney advised that this would have to be referred to the Planning Commission for public hearing. Further conversation between Mr. Lucas and Council ensued regarding this proposed new zoning, and amortization of existing apartments in the area. Also number of units that could be placed on his particular property. Mr. Art Morales addressed the Council on behalf of three of Comments the property owners in the area, who advised that they A. Morales would be interested in the R3r zoning, as they do not want four units on the lots. Mr. Ivan Goodner asked for clarification on the amortization Comments clause, and was advised that his apartment would be I. Goodner amortized for a period of 40 years. Moved by Councilwoman Avila, seconded by Councilman Stemrich hrg closed and unanimously carried by roll call* to close the hearing. Discussion was then held regarding the creation of an R3r Disc re: zone with certain restrictions, possibly looking into the-�-eat.ion of entire Azusa - San Gabriel areas, and length of time it zone would take for planning studies and public hearings. 'Moved by Councilwoman Avila, seconded by Councilman Stemrich R3r zo-,- and unanimously carried by roll call* to refer the possible rfrd tc: ,Ing creation of an R3r zone of areas mentioned to Planning Comm Commission for recommendation. Moved by Councilman Stemrich, seconded by Councilwoman Avila Hrg reopened and unanimously carried* by roll call to re -open the & cont. to hearing and continue to January 16, 1989. 1/16/89 Discussion was held regarding proposed auction of unclaimed Disc re: and abandoned property. Most items have been acquired by auction various departments. 09/19/88 PAGE FIVE It was consensus of Council that report be submitted listing List of items items acquired by various departments of unclaimed and obtained by abandoned property. Further, that the Screening Committee depts. be contacted for their input on proposed auction of remaining items with proceeds to go to non-profit organizations. Chief of Police Wood reported on meetings held with the Report on Forestry Service relating to the $3.00 parking fee in the mtg w/Forest- canyon. The monies received are not going into the General ry re: $3.00 Fund, but will be used to restore the canyon, and Azusa is pkng chg also entitled to some of the monies should we encounter any additional cost because of the program. So far, two meetings have been held, and it was the consensus of those present that the mechanics of the operation needed comprehensive review, but that they supported the program as a viable one. It was then moved by Councilman Stemrich, seconded by Req that Councilman Latta and unanimously carried by roll call* that Forestry the Forestry Service be contacted and requested to move move toll their toll booth further up into the canyon in order to booth alleviate traffic problems. Moved by Councilwoman Avila, seconded by Mayor Pro -tem Proclo Naranjo and unanimously carried by roll call* to approve the for Hire the preparation of a Proclamation declaring September 29th as Older Wrkr "Hire the older Worker Day." Day Per Council direction additional information was submitted relating to the Miami Project's request for a proclamation to be presented during the "Wheels Across America" wheel- chair tour. They are requesting participation by the Mayor and/or representative as the entourage travels through the City, as well as presentation of the Proclamation. They would require a coordinator to assist with the organization necessary to the arrival of Bill Duff, a nationally ranked wheelchair marathoner and his entourage, as well as police route approval and permits. It was then moved by Councilman Stemrich, seconded by Councilwoman Avila and unanimously carried by roll call* that staff provide more pertinent information as to number of people in the entourage, proposed route and possibility of media coverage. SPECIAL CALL ITEMS NONE PUBLIC PARTICIPATION Mrs. Mary Grosvenor addressed the Council stating that she was pleased to read in the paper that the City is starting a program to clean up the blight in the City. She also complained about big rig trucks driving through the Crystal Canyon area and requested more Police support and cooperation in handling this matter. Mr. Ron Legault addressed the Council and advised that he had seen the Chamber of Commerce's display at the Fair and that it was beautiful and wanted to relate that to the people. OTHER BUSINESS/CITY COUNCIL NONE 09/19/88 PAGE SIX Proclo Wheels Across Amer. rfrd to staff for more detailed info Spec Call None Pub.Prtc. Comments M. Grosvenor Comments R. Legault 0th Bus/Cncl None THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY CONVENED JOINTLY WITH THE CITY CRA convnd COUNCIL AT 8:43 P.M. w/Cncl Councilman/Director Stemrich offered a resolution entitled: A JOINT RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA Res. #8517 AND THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF Closed Sess THE CITY OF AZUSA TO RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION ON SEPTEMBER 19, 1988, PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957 AND 54956.8. Moved by Councilman/Director Stemrich, seconded by Councilwoman/Director Avila to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the Council/Agency: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS/DIRECTORS: AVILA, STEMRICH, NARANJO, LATTA NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS/DIRECTORS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS/DIRECTORS: MOSES TIME OF RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION: 8:44 P.M. Recess to Closed Sess THE CITY COUNCIL AND THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY RECONVENED AT Cncl & CRA 9:24 P.M. reconvened JOINT PUBLIC HEARING - on proposed purchase of certain real Joint Pub Hrg property - West Venture Development Company. (This item was West Venture continued from earlier in the meeting.) Dev. Mayor Pro-tem/Chairman Pro -tem declared the Hearing _. eopened reopened. City Administrator/Executive Director Fuentes advised that simony staff has been working with the developer who has optioned 5.ff the property at the Ranch Center and wishes to immediately commence redevelopment of the site. Plans are to demolish all existing improvements except the Security Pacific Bank, Goodyear and the USA Gas facilities, and to construct approximately 65,000 square feet of new retail space, including a dinner house quality restaurant. They also plan to rehabilitate the existing Security Pacific Bank and Goodyear facilities for an interim period until the uses are relocated or the leases expire and the businesses vacate the site. The OPA requires the Developer to immediately construct 65,000 square feet of retail space with relocation of Security Pacific Bank, Goodyear and USA Gas occurring at a later date. The Agreement prohibits the Developer from renewing the subject leases upon expiration, since these uses in their current locations are incompatible with the City's land use plans for this area. A slide presentation was then viewed of other developments 51::.1 -%;ore - of West Venture Development Company, which were narrated by sent tion Sandy Sigal of West Venture. 'Mr. Art Morales addressed this item stating that in viewing Comments the slides he did not see too many trees, and wondered if A. Morales Palm trees could be placed at the site. If the trees are too expensive, perhaps existing trees in town could be transplanted at the site. Mary Grosvenor asked if she understood that buildings were Comments going to be demolished and was advised that was true. She M. Grosvenor then questioned the need to relocate the Bank and spendone half million dollars to do so. She stated that the bank may not want to move and may even close. She further commented 09/19/88 PAGE SEVEN that nothing has been done with downtown and monies are going to the West End and other areas. City Administrator/Executive Director advised that Casden would be breaking ground in the downtown area within a few months and that the downtown rehabilitation was to commence as of October 1st. She also questioned the Lewis Homes Development and was updated on that. Mr. Hank Bode advised that the Azusa Pacific University is very pleased and looks forward to this development. Councilman/Director Stemrich asked the Developer, Mr. Sigal if he would consider renaming the project Azusa Ranch Center rather than the Azusa Promenade. Mr. Sigal advised that he preferred to stay with the marketing name of Azusa Promenade since it was a new name and the center would have a new look. However, he had no objections to consider alternate names. They just wanted to break away from the existing name for the existing center with a new name which meant new life and a new look. Comments H. Bode Comments Stemrich It was then moved by Councilwoman/Director Avila, seconded Retain name by Councilman/Director Stemrich and carried by roll call* to for Proj. keep the name of the development as the Azusa Ranch Center. Az Ranch Cntr Councilman/Director Latta dissenting. After further discussion regarding naming the proposed List of project, it was consensus of Council/Agency that the alternate developer submit alternate names that would be better suited names to be to the Ranch Center for reconsideration at the next meeting. considered Moved by Councilman/Director Latta, seconded by Hrg closed Councilwoman/Director Avila and unanimously carried by roll call* to close the Hearing. Director Avila offered a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT Res. #503 AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA CERTIFYING THE NEGATIVE certifying DECLARATION FOR THE OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT BETWEEN Neg Dec for THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA AND WEST OPA w/West VENTURE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, A CALFORNIA JOINT VENTURE, Venture DATED AS OF SEPTEMBER 19, 1988. Moved by Director Avila, seconded by Chairman Pro -tem Naranjo to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the Agency: AYES: DIRECTORS: AVILA, STEMRICH, NARANJO, LATTA NOES: DIRECTORS: NONE ABSENT: DIRECTORS: MOSES Councilwoman Avila offered a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AZUSA Res. #8515 APPROVING THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT ENTITLED "OWNER appvng OPA PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA AND WEST VENTURE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, A CALIFORNIA JOINT VENTURE." Moved by Councilwoman Avila, seconded by Mayor Pro -tem Naranjo to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the Council: AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS: AVILA, STEMRICH, NARANJO, LATTA NOES: COUNCILMEMBERS: NONE ABSENT: COUNCILMEMBERS: MOSES Director Stemrich offered a resolution entitled: 09/19/88 PAGE EIGHT A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT Res #504 AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROVING THAT CERTAIN AGREEMENT appvng OPA ENTITLED "OWNER PARTICIPATION AGREEMENT BY AND BETWEEN THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA AND WEST VENTURE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY, A CALIFORNIA JOINT VENTURE." Moved by Director Stemrich, seconded by Director Avila to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the Agency: A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROVING THE BASIC CONCEPT DRAWINGS FOR THE WEST VENTURE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY PROJECT. Moved by Director Avila, seconded by Director Stemrich to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the Agency: AYES: AYES: DIRECTORS: AVILA, STEMRICH, NARANJO, LATTA DIRECTORS: NOES: DIRECTORS: NONE MOSES ABSENT: DIRECTORS: MOSES Director Avila offered a resolution entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS OF THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF AZUSA APPROVING THE BASIC CONCEPT DRAWINGS FOR THE WEST VENTURE DEVELOPMENT COMPANY PROJECT. Moved by Director Avila, seconded by Director Stemrich to waive further reading and adopt. Resolution passed and adopted by the following vote of the Agency: AYES: DIRECTORS: AVILA, NOES: DIRECTORS: NONE ABSENT: DIRECTORS: MOSES STEMRICH, NARANJO, LATTA Moved by Director Stemrich, seconded by Chairman Pro -tem Naranjo and unanimously carried by roll call* to approve Budget Transfer No. 00135, and direct execution of same. Res. #505 appvng basic concept drawings Appvng bdgt transfer Moved by Councilman/Director Latta, seconded by Adjourn Councilman/Director Stemrich and unanimously carried* to ' adjourn. TIME OF ADJOURNMENT: 10:05 P.M. NEXT RESOLUTION NO. 8518 NEXT ORDINANCE NO. 2381 * Indicates Mayor Moses absent 09/19/88 PAGE NINE