Councilmember Messerlian noted that the record should reflect his abstention on Item 7e due to a conflict. Councilmember Messerlian announced that Jim Box, editor at the Daily Breeze, is retiring in one week. Councilmember Messerlian mentioned the wall mural at 1220 Engracia, and that the Art in Public Places Committee might become involved. In response to Councilmember Nowatka's suggestion for repeal of the auto sales ordinance, City Attorney Fellows noted that the City might be able to designate streets where no car sales are allowed. Councilmember Walker noted a Letter to the Daily Breeze from Pat Uerkwitz relating difficulties regarding the placement of trash bins from the alley to the front of the house.
Staff is to respond with possible solutions.
Councilmember Witkowsky commented that the signal synchronization is poor on Torrance Blvd. Mayor Hardison stated her support of the current Home Rehabilitation program and her desire to see it expand. Mayor Hardison also commented on the letter from Pat Uerkwitz, and noted that some smaller 64-gallon regular containers may be available. He commended the City Council for considering a tax rebate, but asked them to adopt his proposal to reduce the utility user's tax. Mayor Hardison responded that the City has yet to see any increase in proceeds from the Utility User's Tax.