2021 Aug 17 - CC MINMEETING MINUTES OF THE EL SEGUNDO CITY COUNCIL
TUESDAY, AUGUST 17, 2021
CLOSED SESSION — Cancelled
OPEN SESSION — Mayor Boyles called to order at 6:02 PM
INVOCATION — Pastor Wes Harding, The Bridge Church
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE — Council Member Giroux
ROLL CALL
Mayor Boyles -
Present
Mayor Pro Tern Pimentel -
Present
Council Member Pirsztuk -
Present
Council Member Nicol -
Present
Council Member Giroux -
Present
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS:
1. Commendation read by Mayor Boyles recognizing LA Giltinis Rugby Team,
Adam Freier accepted the Commendation on behalf of the Giltinis.
2. Commendation read by Mayor Boyles, recognizing Coach Skip Jones. Mr. Jones
accepted his Commendation.
3a. Council recognized Theresa O'Brien, resident, for her efforts regarding the
Hyperion and notifying the General Manager when a problem arises.
3b. Hyperion Recovery Update by Barbara Romero, LASAN Director and General
Manager, Tim Dafeta, LASAN Hyperion Executive Plant Manager, Traci
Minamide, Chief Operating Officer, Lisa Mowery, LASAN Chief Financial Officer.
PUBLIC COMMUNICATIONS — (Related to City Business Only — 5-minute limit per
person, 30-minute limit total)
In Chamber
John C Thomas, resident, commented on sewage extension pipe near his home on
Sierra Place.
Lisa Lappin, resident, commented on the Hyperion situation and confusion regarding
reimbursement times for AC units and hotel stays. Disappointed with AQMD regarding
their monitoring of the air quality, suggested LASAN purchase air purifiers and begin
loaning to residents unable to purchase their own units, commented on the lack of
information in the Herald Newspaper and would like to see more extensive air quality
testing.
Shannon Magid, resident, commented on the item #D14, stop sign at Hillcrest at Pine
Avenue.
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Avery Smith, resident, commented on the Hyperion Spill and how it has affected lower
income families, elderly, and disabled residents, asked Hyperion to visit El Segundo and
its residents to see how this situation is affecting the City, suggested direct billing for El
Segundo residents at local hotels and requested more accountability from Hyperion.
Nikia Gonzales, resident, commented on the timeline of reporting the spill and lack of
reporting to El Segundo residents in a timely manner, suggested the use of Nixie and
stated most residents are suffering from the spill. How will the Hyperion handle a
situation like this in the future?
Rudy Vargas, resident, commented on the lack of a timely reporting of the spill to the
residents of El Segundo. The method of reporting needs to change.
Tamara Kcehowski, resident, thanked Council for their efforts regarding the Hyperion
spill, commented on health compromised residents and asked what the residents are
inhaling, what's being released into the air, mentioned the one size fits all isn't working,
AC/purifier units should fit each residents needs.
Via Zoom
Sherry Shih, resident, asked the Hyperion team to let residents know when and what is
releasing into the air.
Recessed at 8:00 PM
Reconvened at 8:06 PM
CITY MANAGER FOLLOW-UP COMMENTS:
Council addressed comments presented to the Hyperion team, see video for questions
asked and answers from Hyperion team.
A. Read all Ordinances and Resolutions on the Agenda by Title Only.
MOTION by Mayor Pro Tern Pimentel, SECONDED by Council Member Nicol to read all
ordinances and resolutions on the agenda by title only. MOTION PASSED BY
UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0
B, CONSENT:
4. Approve Regular Meeting Minutes of June 16, 2021 and Special Meeting Minutes
of June 29, 2021.
5, Approve Warrants Demand Register for June 6, 2021 through July 29, 2021,
numbers 18A, 18B, 19A, 19B, 1A, 2A, 2B, and 3A and warrant numbers 3036082
through 3036881, and 9002069 through 9002122. Ratify Payroll and employee
benefit Checks; Checks released early due to contracts or agreement;
Emergency disbursements and/or adjustments; and, Wire transfers.
(Fiscal Impact: $8,531,424.49 ($4,787,774.47 in check warrants and
$3,743,650.02 in wire warrants)
6. Accept as Complete Water Main Improvements on Indiana Street by Cedro
Construction, Inc. and authorize the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion with
the County Recorder's Office. Project No. PW 20-04.
(Fiscal Impact: $634,845.97)
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7. Receive and file Administrative Use Permit to allow the sale of beer, wine and
distilled spirits for onsite consumption at Richmond Bar and Grill, located at 15
Richmond Street.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
8. Adopt Resolution No. 5271 approving plans and specifications for FY 21/22
Concrete Improvements Project to repair defective sidewalks, driveway
approaches, curbs and gutters, and ramps throughout the City and authorize
staff to advertise the project for construction bids. Project No. PW 21-10.
(Fiscal Impact: $200,000)
9. Approve the El Segundo Senior Citizens Housing Corporation Board's decision
to increase the rental rate for new incoming tenants at Park Vista from 50 percent
of market rate to 60 percent of market rate, effective July 1, 2021.
(Fiscal Impact: An increase in annual rental revenue of approximately $30,000
per year. Over the next twenty years, this policy change is anticipated to
generate approximately $1 million)
10, Authorize use of city property as central venue, permit operation of a beer garden
on public property, and approve closure of Eucalyptus Drive (Franklin to Grand)
for the August 28, 2021 El Segundo Art Walk.
(Fiscal Impact: $ 20,000)
11. Waive second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 1628 repealing the City's
campaign contribution limits in favor of state law's campaign contributions to be
enforced by the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) effective January 1,
2021.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
MOTION by Council Member Giroux, SECONDED by Council Member Pirsztuk,
approving Consent Agenda items 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10 and 11. MOTION PASSED BY
UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0
PULLED ITEM:
C. PUBLIC HEARING;
12. Adopt a Resolution certifying the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP)
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Mayor Boyles stated this was the time and place for a public hearing regarding adopting
a resolution certifying the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP).
Clerk Weaver stated that proper notice had been given in a timely manner and that no
written communication had been received in the City Clerk's office.
Elias Sassoon, Public Works Director, Ryan Bray, Risk Management Professionals
Consultant reported on the item and answered Council's questions.
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Public Input: None
MOTION by Council Member Pirsztuk, SECONDED by Council Member Giroux to close
the hearing. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0
Council discussion
Mark Hensley, City Attorney, read the Resolution by title only.
RESOLUTION NO. 5272
A RESOLUTION ADOPTING THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO'S 2020 URBAN WATER
MANAGEMENT PLAN
MOTION by Mayor Pro Tern Pimentel, SECONDED by Council Member Giroux
adopting Resolution No. 5272. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0
D. STAFF PRESENTATIONS:.
13, Covid-19 Update and Ratify City Manager's Amendment to Administrative Order
No. 1 dated June 29, 2021.
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Deena Lee, Acting Fire Chief reported on Covid-19
Council discussion
Council consensus to receive and file the report.
MOTION by Council Member Giroux, SECONDED by Council Member Nicol ratifying
the City Manager's Amendment to Administrative Order No. 1 dated June 29, 2021.
MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE. 5/0
14. Conversion of Two-way Stop Signs to Four-way Stop Signs at the Intersection of
Hillcrest Street at West Pine Avenue.
(Fiscal Impact: Installation of four-way stop signs at this intersection is estimated
to cost $500. This cost can be absorbed via City's adopted FY 2021-2022 Annual
Budget)
Elias Sassoon, Public Works Director gave a presentation.
Council Discussion
MOTION by Council Member Pirsztuk, SECONDED by Council Member Nicol to
convert a two-way stop sign to a four-way stop sign assuming 60% of residents within
300 feet of the intersection agree. MOTION PASSED BY UNANIMOUS VOICE VOTE.
5/0
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E. COMMITTEES, COMMISSIONS AND BOARDS PRESENTATIONS
15. Conclusion of the City's Technology Committee
(Fiscal Impact: None)
Charles Mallory, Information Technology Services Director reported on the item.
MOTION by Council Member Nicol, SECONDED by Council Member Giroux approving
the conclusion of the Technology Committee.
F, REPORTS — CITY CLERK — Stated for the September 14, 2021 Recall Election,
the City's Ballot Box is now open for drop off. The City of El Segundo was not
selected to host a Voting Center. Residents can mail in their ballots, drop off on
the corner of Holly and Main to our ballot box or visit local Voting Centers located
at Dockweiler Youth Center, City of Del Aire or City of Manhattan Beach.
LAVote.net is an excellent resource for all election information, as is our Website
or call the City Clerk's office for assistance.
G. REPORTS — CITY TREASURER — Not present
H. REPORTS — COUNCIL MEMBERS
Council Member Giroux — Congratulated El Segundo Little League 9-10 All -Stars
on winning the Southern California State Championships. This is the first time in
ESLL history.
Council Member Nicol — Hopes the residents feel the sentiments from the dais
regarding the Hyperion spill, thanked staff for their efforts and advocacy for our
residents during this situation, reminded residents of the El Segundo Car Show
Saturday, August 21st and the Art Walk on Saturday, August 28tn
Council Member Pirsztuk — Reminded residents submitting receipts for
reimbursement from LASAN that the date has been extended to August 26,
2021, thanked staff for all their work on the Concerts in the Park series this
summer, asked residents to pay attention to SB 9 and SB 10 and to reach out to
our elected officials to voice your concerns and reminded residents school starts
next week and to slow down at school intersections.
Mayor Pro Tern Pimentel — Mentioned SB9 and SB10 are in front of the
Assembly therefore make your opinion known to Assemblywoman Autumn
Burke, ongoing public comment for the 405-freeway possible pay HOV lane and
public comment continues for improvements of the corridor to Orange Co.
Attending the Sanitation meeting this week.
Mayor Boyles — Commented on the Council's recent summer recess and that
although Council is on recess, they still continue to attend various meetings,
briefings and events.
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REPORTS — CITY ATTORNEY — Passed
J. REPORTS/FOLLOW-UP — CITY MANAGER — Will follow-up with Hyperion
requests/questions and stated the next City Council meeting is September 7,
2021
MEMORIALS — None
ADJOURNED at 10:23 PM
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Tracy WeAer, City Clerk
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