HEARING COMMENTS relative to an Application for Determination of Public Convenience or Necessity for the sale of alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption at CVS Caremark Pharmacy.

Recommendations for Council action:

1. DETERMINE that the issuance of a liquor license at CVS Caremark Pharmacy located at 8000 Sunset Boulevard, Suite D1A and D1H, Los Angeles, CA 90046, will serve the Public Convenience or Necessity and will not tend to create a law enforcement problem.
   
   

2. GRANT the Application for Determination of Public Convenience or Necessity for the sale of alcoholic beverages for off-site consumption at 8000 Sunset Boulevard, Suite D1A and D1H.
   
   

3. INSTRUCT the City Clerk to transmit this determination to the State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control as the required findings under Business and Professions Code Section 23958.4.

Applicant:  CVS Caremark c/o Martin Saalberg Boos Development West, LLC

Representative:  Apex LA c/o Margaret Taylor

TIME LIMIT FILE – DECEMBER 14, 2016

(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION – DECEMBER 14, 2016)

CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION and COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY ENGINEER relative to an offer to dedicate an easement for storm drain purposes on property lying on the northwest side of High Ridge Drive, west of High Ridge Place (Right of Way No. 36000-10013).

Recommendations for Council action:

1. FIND that the offer to dedicate an easement for storm drain purposes on property lying on the northwest side of High Ridge Drive, west of High Ridge Place (Right of Way No. 36000-10013) is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970 pursuant to Article III, Class 5(19) of the City's Environmental Guidelines.
   
   
2. ACCEPT the petitioner's offer to dedicate the easement for storm drain purposes on property lying on the northwest side of High Ridge Drive, west of High Ridge Place (Right of Way No. 36000-10013), as depicted on the Exhibit Map in the October 4, 2016 City Engineer report to Council.
   
   
3. AUTHORIZE the Board of Public Works to acquire the easement for storm drain purposes on property lying on the northwest side of High Ridge Drive, west of High Ridge Place (Right of Way No. 36000-10013), as depicted on the Exhibit Map in the October 4, 2016 City Engineer report.
   
   
4. INSTRUCT the City Clerk to forward a copy of the Council action on this project to the Real Estate Division of the Bureau of Engineering for processing.
   
   

Fiscal Impact Statement:  The City Engineer reports that a $3,416.51 fee for processing this report was paid pursuant to Sections 7.3 and 7.41.1 of the Los Angeles Administrative Code.  No additional City funds are needed.

Community Impact Statement: None submitted.

TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the establishment of parking restrictions for oversize vehicles on both sides of South Western Avenue between West Manchester Avenue and West Century Boulevard.

Recommendations for Council action, pursuant to Resolution (Harris-Dawson - Buscaino):

1. RESOLVE, pursuant to Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 80.69.4 and California Vehicle Code Section 22507, to hereby prohibit the parking of vehicles that are in excess of 22 feet in length or over seven feet in height, during the hours of 2:00 am and 6:00 am,  on both sides of South Western Avenue between West Manchester Avenue and West Century Boulevard.
                          
2. DIRECT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT), upon approval of this action, to post signs giving notice of a Tow Away, No Parking restriction for oversize vehicles on the streets listed above in Recommendation No. 1.
          
3. AUTHORIZE the LADOT to make any technical corrections or clarifications to the above instructions in order to effectuate the intent of this Resolution.

Fiscal Impact Statement:  Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report.

Community Impact Statement:  None submitted.

TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to prohibiting the parking of vehicles with a For Sale sign on both sides of South Western Avenue between West Manchester Avenue and West Century Boulevard.

Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Harris-Dawson - Blumenfield):

REQUEST the City Attorney to prepare and present an Ordinance amending Los Angeles Municipal Code Section 87.55, which establishes regulations for the parking of vehicles for private sale on certain City streets or public lands, to prohibit the parking of vehicles with a For Sale sign on both sides of South Western Avenue between West Manchester Avenue and West Century Boulevard.

Fiscal Impact Statement:  Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report.

Community Impact Statement:  None submitted.

TRANSPORTATION COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the establishment of parking restrictions for oversize vehicles on certain streets in Council District 15.

Recommendations for Council action, pursuant to Resolution (Buscaino - Martinez):

1. RESOLVE, pursuant to Los Angeles Municipal Code (LAMC) Section 80.69.4 and California Vehicle Code Section 22507, to hereby prohibit the parking of vehicles that are in excess of 22 feet in length or over seven feet in height, during the hours of 2:00 am and 6:00 am, on the following road segments:
   
   
   1. Frigate Avenue from Pacific Coast Highway to West L Street
      
      
   2. West L Street from South Figueroa Street to North Wilmington Boulevard
      
      
   3. West Papeete Street from South Figueroa Street to North Wilmington Boulevard
      
      
   4. West Robidoux Street from South Figueroa Street to North Wilmington Boulevard
      
      
   5. West M Street from South Figueroa Street to North Wilmington Boulevard
      
      
   6. West Mauretania Street from South Figueroa Boulevard to North Wilmington Boulevard
      
      
   7. Pacific Coast Highway from South Figueroa Street to North Wilmington Boulevard
                     
2. DIRECT the Los Angeles Department of Transportation (LADOT), upon approval of this action, to post signs giving notice of a Tow Away, No Parking restriction for oversize vehicles on the streets listed above in Recommendation No. 1.
   
   
3. DIRECT the LADOT, upon the adoption of the Resolution, to initiate the necessary procedures for the preparation and sale of overnight parking permits, as specified in LAMC Section 80.69.4(c).
      
4. AUTHORIZE the LADOT to make any technical corrections or clarifications to the above instructions in order to effectuate the intent of this Resolution.

Fiscal Impact Statement:  Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report.

Community Impact Statement:  None submitted.

ARTS, PARKS AND RIVER COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the progress reports from various City departments on the Los Angeles River Revitalization Master Plan (LARRMP).

Recommendations for Council action, as initiated by Motion (O'Farrell - Blumenfield - Martinez):

1. INSTRUCT the Department of Public Works, Bureau of Engineering,  Bureau of Sanitation, Los Angeles Department of Water and Power, Department of City Planning, Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP), and the Los Angeles Department of Transportation to report, in 60 days, on major projects, programs, partnership and investments implemented in their efforts to address the LARRMP.
   
   
2. INSTRUCT the RAP with the assistance of the Bureau of Engineering and the Office of the Chief Legislative Analyst (CLA), to report on the feasibility of expanding RAP's presence regarding recreation and park activities along the river.
   
   
3. DIRECT the CLA and the City Administrative Officer (CAO), with the collaboration of necessary departments, to:
   
   
   1. Report back on the current structure relating to all responsibilities and jurisdictions relative to the management and maintenance of the Los Angeles River and tributaries.
      
      
   2. Create a strategic management plan with the goal of recommending a clear management structure in order to carry out the functions of the City, County, and Federal governments.
      
      
   3. Make recommendations on a streamlined permitting structure for activities such as community events, recreational activities, programmatic or other activities as needed.
      
      
   4. Report back on the enforcement of Los Angeles Municipal Code 56.11, as it relates to the Los Angeles River and river adjacent areas.  The report should include recommendations for any changes needed to clarify the jurisdictional and enforcement issues for the posting and cleanup of attended or unattended belongings or trash in the river or next to the river.
      
      

Fiscal Impact Statement:  Neither the CAO nor the CLA has completed a financial analysis of this report.

Community Impact Statement:  None submitted.

ARTS, PARKS, AND RIVER COMMITTEE REPORT relative to a proposed agreement with Wolfgang Puck Catering and Events, LLC for operation of the Griffith Observatory cafe, catering and food cart service concession.

Recommendation for Council action:

APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the President and Secretary, Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners, to execute the proposed agreement with Wolfgang Puck Catering and Events, LLC for the continued operation and maintenance of the Griffith Observatory cafe, catering, and food cart service concession for an additional term of five years for a cumulative term of 15 years, subject to review and approval by the City Attorney as to form.
 

Fiscal Impact Statement:  The City Administrative Officer reports that Wolfgang Puck Catering and Events, LLC shall pay the City the higher of $902,553 or between eight and up to 20 percent of the Concession’s gross receipts during the five-year renewal period. To the extent applicable, the recommendation stated in this report is in compliance with the City Financial Policies in that user charges and fees are set to support the full cost of operations for which the fees are charged.

Community Impact Statement:  None submitted.

TIME LIMIT FILE - NOVEMBER 7, 2016

(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - NOVEMBER 4, 2016)

ARTS, PARKS, AND RIVER COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the supplemental agreements between the Department of Recreation and Parks (RAP) and Los Angeles Pony Rides, Inc. for the operation and maintenance of the Griffith Park Pony Ride concession.

Recommendation for Council action:

APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the President and Secretary, Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners, to execute the proposed agreement with Los Angeles Pony Rides, Inc. for the operation and maintenance of the Griffith Park Pony Rides concession for a term of five years from contract execution with three one-year renewal options, subject to review and approval by the City Attorney as to form.
 

Fiscal Impact Statement:  The City Administrative Officer reports that the Los Angeles Pony Rides, Inc. will pay the City the higher of either 25 percent of the gross receipts or an amount which starts from $253,536 in Year 1 and increases annually to $267,681 in Year 7. According to the RAP, 90 percent of the revenue receipts will be deposited in the RAP's General Fund and 10 percent into the RAP's Concession Improvement Account. There is no additional impact on the General Fund. To the extent applicable, the recommendation is in compliance with the City Financial Policies in that user charges and fees are set to support the full cost of operations for which the fees are charged.

Community Impact Statement:  None submitted.

TIME LIMIT FILE - NOVEMBER 5, 2016

(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - NOVEMBER 4, 2016)

ARTS, PARKS, AND RIVER COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the supplemental agreements between the Department of Recreation and Parks and seven as-needed park facility construction contractors for as-needed park facility construction services.

Recommendation for Council action:

APPROVE and AUTHORIZE the President and Secretary, Board of Recreation and Park Commissioners, to execute the supplemental agreements with seven as-needed park facility construction contractors: California Landscape and Design dba California Skateparks; Chris Kelley Inc. dba Childs Play; Commercial Paving and Coating; Evergreen Environment Inc.; Ohno Construction Company; Ross Trama dba R. Trama Construction; United Riggers and Erectors, Inc. for a six-year term with a maximum allowable compensation of $10 million annually, subject to the approval of the City Attorney.
 

Fiscal Impact Statement:  The City Administrative Officer reports that the supplemental agreements will be funded on a project-by-project basis from various funding sources.  The contracts will be subject to the availability of funds. There is no additional impact to the General Fund. This recommendation complies with the City's Financial Policies in that one-time revenue will be used to fund one-time expenditures.

Community Impact Statement:  None submitted.

TIME LIMIT FILE - NOVEMBER 13, 2016

(LAST DAY FOR COUNCIL ACTION - NOVEMBER 9, 2016)

ARTS, PARKS, AND RIVER COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the Plan Alternative 20 to implement the proposed LA River Ecosystem Restoration Project, the negotiation of project agreements and the identification of matching funds for the Preconstruction Engineering and Design Plans prior to implementation.

Recommendation for Council action:

NOTE and FILE the September 15, 2016 Bureau of Engineering report relative to the negotiation of each project agreement and identification of matching funds for the Preconstruction Engineering and Design Plans prior to implementation.

Fiscal Impact Statement:  Not applicable.

Community Impact Statement:  None submitted.

ARTS, PARKS, AND RIVER COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the status of the implementation of the Los Angeles River Revitalization Master Plan.

Recommendation for Council action:

NOTE and FILE the September 15, 2016 Bureau of Engineering report relative to the status of the implementation of the Los Angeles River Revitalization Master Plan.

Fiscal Impact Statement:  Not applicable.

Community Impact Statement:  None submitted.

ARTS, PARKS AND RIVER COMMITTEE REPORT relative to the Greek Theatre's operation and performance under its new management model and the status of community impact concerns.

Recommendation for Council action, pursuant to Motion (Ryu - O'Farrell):

INSTRUCT the Department of Recreation and Parks to report on the status of the Greek Theatre's operation and performance under its new management model, as well as status of the community impact concerns.

Fiscal Impact Statement:  Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report.

Community Impact Statement:  Yes.

Neutral Position:  East Hollywood Neighborhood Council

1036 East Garfield Avenue (Case No. 573418) Assessor I.D. No. 4237-025-013

1060 South Hayworth Avenue (Case No. 555009) Assessor I.D. No. 5086-001-038

205 North Lake Shore Terrace (Case No. 363406) Assessor I.D. No. 5159-017-009

205 North Lake Shore Terrace (Case No. 400692) Assessor I.D. No. 5159-017-009

205 North Lake Shore Terrace (Case No. 401329) Assessor I.D. No. 5159-017-009

3339 West Garden Avenue (Case No. 542334) Assessor I.D. No. 5436-027-022

4539 West 2nd Street (Case No. 403884) Assessor I.D. No. 5516-017-027

4907 South Wadsworth Avenue (Case No. 382106) Assessor I.D. No. 5108-019-002

CATEGORICAL EXEMPTION, COMMUNICATION FROM THE CITY ENGINEER and RESOLUTION TO VACATE relative to vacating the north/south alley westerly of Cahuenga Boulevard between Selma Avenue and the east/west alley northerly of Selma Avenue (VAC-E1401249).

Recommendations for Council action:

1. REAFFIRM the FINDINGS of January 13, 2016, that the vacation of the north/south alley westerly of Cahuenga Boulevard between Selma Avenue and the east/west alley northerly of Selma Avenue, pursuant to the City of Los Angeles Environmental Guidelines, is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act of 1970, pursuant to Article III, Class 5(3) of the City of Los Angeles Environmental Guidelines.
   
   
2. REAFFIRM the FINDINGS of January 13, 2016, that this vacation is in substantial conformance with the General Plan pursuant to Section 556 of the Los Angeles City Charter.
   
   
3. ADOPT the accompanying RESOLUTION TO VACATE No. 16-1401249 for the vacation of north/south alley westerly of Cahuenga Boulevard between Selma Avenue and the east/west alley northerly of Selma Avenue.
   
   
4. INSTRUCT the City Clerk to transmit, following Council adoption, Resolution to Vacate No. 16-1401249 to the Land Development Group and the Geographical Information Systems Division of the Bureau of Engineering for recordation of said Resolution with the Los Angeles County Recorder.
   
   

Fiscal Impact Statement: None submitted by the City Engineer. Neither the City Administrative Officer nor the Chief Legislative Analyst has completed a financial analysis of this report.

Community Impact Statement: None submitted.

MOTION (CEDILLO - ENGLANDER) relative to funding for third party technical reports related to the Westlake Theater Project.

Recommendations for Council action:

1. AUTHORIZE that taxable Excess Bond Proceeds available to Council District One in an amount not to exceed $200,000 from the Westlake Recovery Redevelopment Project Area be reallocated from funds previously allocated under Council file No. 14-1174-S1 and be utilized to pay for third party technical reports related to the Westlake Theater project located at 634-642 South Alvarado Street including, but not limited to, an environmental phase one assessment, historic structures report, and adaptive reuse report.
   
   
2. INSTRUCT the General Manager, or designee, Economic and Workforce Development Department, with the assistance of the City Administrative Officer, Chief Legislative Analyst, and any other applicable City department, to provide a report with recommendations to the CRA/LA Bond Oversight Committee to reallocate taxable Excess Bond Proceeds from funds previously allocated under Council file No. 14-1174-S1 in an amount not to exceed $200,000 to obtain third party technical reports related to the Westlake Theater project.

MOTION (RYU - KORETZ) relative to funding assistance to the Los Angeles Conservation Corps to coordinate various street maintenance efforts and services throughout Council District Four. 

Recommendations for Council action, SUBJECT TO THE APPROVAL OF THE MAYOR:

1. TRANSFER/APPROPRIATE $100,000 in the Council District Four portion of the Street Revenue Fund No. 43D/50 to the Board of Public Works Fund No. 100/74, Account No. 3040 (Contractual Services) for various street maintenance efforts and services throughout Council District Four coordinated by the Los Angeles Conservation Corps.
   
   
2. AUTHORIZE the Board of Public Works, Office of Community Beautification to prepare the necessary documents with and/or payments to the Los Angeles Conservation Corps, or any other agency or organization, in the above amount for the above purpose, subject to the approval of the City Attorney as to form.
   
   
3. AUTHORIZE the Bureau of Street Services as well as the Department of Public Works, Office of Accounting to make any technical corrections or clarification as necessary to the above instructions in order to effectuate the intent of this Motion.

MOTION (BUSCAINO - BONIN) relative to the Port of Los Angeles Street Banner Program for January 2017 to December 2017. 

Recommendations for Council action:

1. APPROVE the Port of Los Angeles Street Banner Program for January 2017 to December 2017.
   
   
2. APPROVE the content of the Street Banners for the Port of Los Angeles Event Banners, as attached to the Motion.
          
3. CONTINUE to apply the above approval to this Street Banner Installation Program should unforeseen circumstances change the actual period of the Street Banner Installation.

FINAL MAP OF TRACT NO. 69414 located at 1101 South Flower Street southerly of 11th Street.

(Bond No. C-128146)

(Quimby Fee: $1,921,500)

(Quimby Fee: $439,000)

Subdivider: Oceanwide Plaza, LLC; Surveyor: Matthew Rowe/Psomas

FINAL MAP OF PARCEL MAP L.A. NO. 2014-1994 located at 421-427 North Van Ness Avenue northerly of Elmwood Avenue.

Owner: Richard Francis, Tiran Avgi and Michael Rublevich; Surveyor: Hoosmand Jahanpour-Burke

FINAL MAP OF TRACT NO. 50509, located at 11801 North Porter Ranch Drive northerly of Corbin Avenue.

(Bond No. C-128147)

Subdivider: Porter Ranch Development Company;  Surveyor: Paul R. Huddleston Jr.