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NORTHWEST SAN PEDRO NEIGHBORHOOD COUNCILMEETING MINUTESOctober 12, 2003Board members in Attendance: Philip Nocolay Diana Nave Excused: Marisa Trutanich Meeting called to order by President John Greenwood at 6:45 pm. 1. Roll Call was called and a quorum was established. Guests: Frank O’Brien 2. Minutes of September 8, 2003 meeting read-motion to approve. Motion seconded & carried. 3. Terminal Island Renewable Energy Project Presentation by Omar Moghadden- -LA City Department of Public Works. Any questions or input, direct to Omar. Arrangements can be made to tour facility. No action taken, for information only (see attached) 4. Treasurer’s report-see attached 5. Committee Reports: A) Service Awards/Scholarship presented to winners. $500.00 Scholarships courtesy of Conoco/Phillips and Bay Cities Bank (with the help of San Pedro Rotary Club) were presented by Emily Rochte. To: Candance Mojica for her LAPD Explorer community service. Valerie Moilov for her Girl Scout volunteer hours Public Comment: Margaret Moilov, San Pedro Neighborhood Chair for Older Girl Scouts will be hosting a Pancake Breakfast or “Make a Difference Day” at White Point Park on Saturday, October 25th at 9:00 am. Margaret has tickets available for 5.00. B) Issues Committee: 1. Report from Council Office-Robert Urteaga a. Bus Bench Shelters-Robert reported that the delay was due to many issues that need to be addressed before the program could proceed. Now we will proceed with the installation and will start no later than beginning of next year. Only the approved benches will be installed with restricted advertising allowed. b. Capitol Drive Storm Drain – Property belongs to Chevron with an easement area. Actions to your requests are as follows: 1. The drain will be sprayed for vector control and maintained. 2. Graffiti will be cleaned and weeds cleared. 3. We are getting quotes on putting up a 6-foot high fence. 4. The City will be beautifying area with trees and native habitat vegetation for low maintenance. 5. The residents will be informed via a flyer as to what their part will be to assist in the upkeep of area. They will be informed on how they need to maintain the trees on their property. 6. The property will be maintained after completion. 2. Motion regarding Storm Drain Letter. Motion was made, seconded and approved to add an amendment to the original draft letter to identify the money/funding for the completion and beautification of area. 3. Peck Park Canyon Cleanup- Margaret Moilov reported that this will be held on November 8th, Margaret will be sending out flyers to High Schools and CCC. Would like to put up a banner at front of park-will check with park director. 4. Peck Park Contract/Master Plan-Changes recommended. The Palos Verdes Land Conservancy will not being available to do initial phase. It was seconded and passed to substitute Los Angeles Neighborhood Initiative as the contractor and authorize paying them up to $10,000 to be paid. A proposal from Frank O’Brien indication that Harbor Watts Economic Development Corporation is willing to pay for the architectural fees if we are willing to use the SMWM as architectural firm. The Council Office (District 15) has agreed to secure additional funds. 5. Integrated Resources Plan – Mr. David Hackney of the Bureau of Sanitation is looking for our advice and input on this plan. Email him with your concerns or problems. As this proceeds there will be Steering Committees and Advisory Committees were you would be able to participate and receive information. Mr. Hackney will be more than happy to come and speak to groups and take feedback from the community. C) Port Committee – China Shipping Mitigation Applications Phil gave an update on each of the PCAC committees. Informed Board that the China Shipping EIR will be out at the end of November with comments due after the new year. NWSPNC will be impacted by this facility and will be preparing a comment to the EIR. Informed board about the $12M contract for design for the San Pedro Waterfront. Port Committee will keep the Board up to date. Everyone needs to be involved since this impacts how San Pedro will look for the future. Discussed the Resolution to the BHC and PCAC concerning the China Shipping Mitigation funds. After some discussion as to whether the resolution was strong enough, the resolution was passed. Phil Nicolay made motion, seconded by Diana, motion carried. It was moved, seconded and passed to continue to press PCAC to act on the approved proposals and bring them to the Board of Harbor Commissioners. Motion passed- unanimously. Frank O’Brien- Mr. O’Brien discussed funds he has available for Peck Park. The conditions on the funds are that the community needs to be willing to use the architect he is working with, SWMW. Frank has at least $150,000, which can be made available for the design of various harbor projects including the Peck Park master plan. D) Outreach/Communications Committee Outreach at Holy Trinity on Friday, October 17th, needs more Board participation. Brochure still in planning. E) Budget Priorities for 2004-2005: Survey results: 1-Police, 2-Street Repair, 3-Clean Air 4-Emergency/Fire Department, 5-Park Maintenance. Post cards were sent to all who filled out surveys, with results and a thank you. Comments section-requested to have compiled a list of general comments and concerns (gangs, police etc). John asked Colleen to compile this list. F) Bylaws Committee: Mike Nizetich. Not finished-next meeting on October 22nd, 2003 at 6;30 pm in craft room at Peck Park. 6. Public comment; Audience- 1. “The diversity of group is highly effective. 2. “Would like to see more community participation.” 3. Margaret-we need to advertise everything on web page and in newspapers. 4. Announcement that Coastal San Pedro Neighborhood Council is looking into the Boy Scout Camp at Cabrillo Beach and the proposal that the YMCA will be submitting to take over the lease. 7. President’s Report: Vacancy on Board: Still need a member from Census Tract 2970. Have applications available. John stated he was very happy with how committees are operating and thanks the members. Next meeting November 10, 2003 at 6:30 pm Adjourned at 9:10 pm Minutes Prepared by Minutes Approved by John Greenwood John Greenwood, President |
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