Northwest San Pedro Neighborhood Council

Governing Board Meeting Minutes

November 13, 2006, 6:30 p.m.-Peck Park

1. The meeting was called to order at 6:30 pm by President Diana Nave.

2. Roll Call of Board Members: The following board members were Present: Andrea Adleman, Peter Burmeister, Daniel Dixon, Bonnie Easley, Joe Gatlin, John Greenwood, Janet Gunter, Mary Hamlin, Jody James, John Mavar, Diana Nave, Philip Nicolay, Ray Patricio, Cpt. George Thompson, Barbara Schach, John Stammreich, Sanni Wehbe.

3. Swearing-in of New Board Members: Peter Burmeister and Mary Hamlin were sworn in.

4. Approval of Minutes: The minutes from the October 9, 2006, meeting were approved as submitted.

5. Election of Secretary: Responsible for keeping all minutes and records of the NWSPNC, ensuring that all notices are posted in accordance with these Bylaws and as required by law. Not responsible for keeping actual minutes as professional has been hired. Mary Hamlin was nominated, seconded and elected.

6. Library Plan: Cheryl Collins talked about the possibility of a second branch of the Los Angeles Public Library being opened in San Pedro. No funding yet available but want to start discussion of possible locations. Diana asked Issues Committee to have follow-up discussion.

7. Report from Public Officials: LAPD Office r Joe Buscaio reported that crime in San Pedro is down and arrests are up. Emphasized importance of being safe during holiday season; i.e., watch valuables,lock cars. Introduced new Senior Lead, Officer Helen Pallares: this was her first day on the job and her first meeting. Phone: (310) 869-2138. E-mail: 35359@lapd.lacity.org.

8. Public Comment on Items not on the Agenda:

a. John Stammreich commented on the Living Wage Ordinance proposal which will affect LAX hotels. If you have any questions, please contact John. Comments should be directed to Janice Hahn.

b. Daniel Dixon reported on the Community Forum held November 11, 2006, at which Gail Goldberg stated her priorities for the Planning Department as: 1) doing real planning, 2) creating an efficient department, 3) implementing innovative solutions and coming up with tailored programs and 4) engaging the public in the planning processes.

9. Issues Committee: John Mavar reported on the last meeting held on October 23, 2006. Let John know if there are specific intersections of concern. City determined that speed bumps were not warranted on Sepulveda. Next meeting will be on December 4, 2006, at 5:30pm at City Hall. We are sponsoring a Weeding/Clean-Up on Capitol Drive Saturday, December 2, 2006 from 8:00 am to 12:00 noon

10. Planning & Land Use:

a. Dan Dixon reported on the proposed development at 1160 West 11th Street replacing ten apartment units with thirteen single family residences. Motion made by Dan Dixon to write a letter to the Planning Department to support the development. Motion seconded. After several comments, the Motion was passed with Joe Gatlin, Janet Gunter and Ray Patricio voting no, Jody James abstaining and all other board members voting yes. Motion Approved.

b. Motion made, seconded and passed to allocate $1,000 additional for Bill Pope to review, comment and provide written report on the Traffic Study in the Ponte Vista Draft EIR which was released on November 2, 2006, and is available on line.

c. John Greenwood gave a JCC Homes Update. City Planning and Land Use committee supported recommendation for all single family units over the recommendation of the Planning Department which wanted some multi-family and commercial along the Gaffey frontage.

11. Report from Public Officials:

a. Dolores Canazales (Council Office) announced the City Council Meeting to be held Friday, November 17, 2006, the BONC meeting on Nov 16, and upcoming Planning Department Training Sessions.

b. Ricardo Hong (Mayor’s Office): Announced the Mayor’s Day of Service Saturday November 18, 2006, expecting 5000 volunteers in Watts.

12. Consider Approval of Proposed Changes to By-Laws and Election Procedures:

Pat Nave reported that By-laws were the topic at the City Attorney Liaison Meeting last week and as a result several technical changes are included in the final draft of the by-laws.

Proposed changes to the by-laws and election procedures were presented by John Greenwood. Proposed changes not final until approved by DONE. Three major issues were discussed in detail: a) Definition of Stakeholder b) Governing Board categories adding “voting stakeholders,” “representing..” and “licensed” business or work, and c) Removal of Board Members or Officers for two unexcused absences and filling vacancies by appointment of the Board.

After discussion and questions, a motion was made to adopt the Proposed Changes to By-Laws as presented. A Roll-Call vote was held: 16 yes 1 Abstain Motion Approved. A second motion was made to adopt the Proposed Changes to the Elections Procedures as presented. Motion Approved.

13. Posting Location for Meeting Notices: Motion to Revise posting locations to be Albertson’s on Western, Artista’s in Park Plaza, Peck Park, Top Value on Bandini, and Polly Ann Bakery in Weymouth Corners. Motion approved.

14. Service Awards: Two $500.00 Service Awards will be presented by the NWSPNC. Applications to be available on the website by January. Awardees must be stakeholders.

15. Port Committee: Conoco Phillips is coming to Port Committee Meeting on December 5, 200, to discuss proposed scrubbing tower. Anticipate Pacific Energy Partners EIR will be released shortly.

16. Communications Report: John Stammreich reported the Committee will meet on the second Wednesday of the month at Java City.

17. Treasurers Report: Sanni submitted a written report.

18. President’s Report:

a. Appointments

i. Pete Burmeister, Pat Nave, and Ray Patricio were added to the Communications Committee.

ii. Lori Moilov was appointed to the Youth and Education Committee

b. Updates – written report submitted

19. Other Hot Items - Jody James requested the Teamsters and Truckers be placed on a future agenda to present their Clean Air Initiative.

20. Meeting Adjourned at 8:55pm