1957 OCT 14 CC MINX 396
E1 Segundo, California
October 14, 1957
A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Seg-
undo, California, was held in the Council Chamber of the City Hall of
said City on the above date. Prior to calling the meeting to order,
those present joined in pledging allegiance to the Flag of the United
States of America, following which a prayer was offered by Reverend
Gordon Yeaton of St. Michael's Episcopal Church.
The meeting was then called to order by Kenneth R. Benfield,
Mayor, the hour being 7:00 o'clock P.M.
Councilmen Present:
Councilmen Absent:
ROLL CALL
Baker, Frederick, Meschuk and
Mayor Benfield;
Gordon.
READING OF THE MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
The minutes of the adjourned regular meeting of the City
Council of E1 Segundo, California, held September 30, 1957, having been
read and no error or omission having been noted, it was moved by Coun-
cilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Baker, the minutes of said
meeting be approved as recorded. Carried.
SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS
The Mayor announced that this was the time and place hereto-
fore set for the hearing on the vacation of a portion of Loma Vista
Street, E1 Segundo Boulevard, and the east -west alley in Block 16, as
contemplated in Resolution of Intention No. 1750, adopted by the City
Council at its regular meeting held September 10, 1957, and inquired of
the City Clerk if affidavits of publication and posting of Nmtice of
Vacation were on file in her office, and she replied in the affirmative.
The Mayor'then inquired °of the City Clerk if any written pro-
tests or objections against the vacation had been filed with her, and
the Clerk replied no protests had been received. The Mayor then inquired
if any person or persons in the Council Chamber desired to address the
Council respecting such proposed vacation, and no one responding, the
Mayor declared bhe hearing closed.
Thereafter, it was moved by'Councilman Baker, seconded by
Councilman Meschuk, that Resolution No. 1754, entitled:
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, ORDERING
THE VACATION OF CERTAIN PORTIONS OF
LOMA VISTA*STREET; THE ALLEY IN BLOCK 16;
AND EL SEGUNDO BOULEVARD, WITHIN SAID CITY
AS CONTEMPLATED BY RESOLUTION OF INTENTION
NO. 1750 OF SAID CITY COUNCIL.,
which was read, be adopted.
On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by
the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Baker,
Mayor Benfield;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Gordon.
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Frederick, Meschuk and
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The Mayor announced this was the time and place heretofore
fixed for the hearing on proposed change of zone from C -2 to R -3 for
Lots 7 and 8. Block 38, E1 Segundo, as recommended by the Planning
Commission in its Resolution No. 322, said lots being located on the
westerly side of Sheldon Street between Grand Avenue and Holly Avenue,
and inquired of the City Clerk if proper notice of the hearing had
been.given and published, and if she had in her possession affidavits
showing such fact. The Clerk replied in the affirmative; also that
the complete files of the Planning Commission and of the City Council
to date were in her possession, and the Mayor stated the files would
be made a part of this hearing.
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The Mayor inquired if any written communications had been
received in opposition to said proposed change of zone, and the Clerk
stated none had been received. lie then asked if anyone in the Council
Chamber wished to address the Council in favor of said proposed change
of zone. No one responded The Mayor then asked if anyone present
wished to address the Council in opposition to said proposed change of
zone," and no one responded, whereupon it was moved by Councilman
Frederick, seconded by Councilman Meschuk, that the hearing be closed.
Carried.
After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Frederiick,
seconded by Councilman Baker, that the recommendation of the Planning
Commission be upheld, and that the City Attorney be requested to Pre-
pare proper Ordinance to effect this change and present same to the
City Council at a later meeting
Carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Meschuk and
Mayor Benfield;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Gordon.
WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS
Written communications received from the persons, firms or
corporations hereinafter named, were read to the Council, and were
disposed of in the manner indicated, following reference to each here-
inafter:
DONALD S. WOODFORD, DIRECTOR OF BUILDING AND SAFETY, September
30, 1957, recommending 80% refund of plumbing permit issued to Hammel
Heating Company, 9314 W. Pico Boulevard, Los Angeles, which would amount
to $11.20.
The Council concurring in said recommendation, it was moved by
Councilman Baker, seconded by Councilman Frederick, that the sum of
$11.20, or 80% of Plumbing Permit transaction No. 27275, dated September
11, 1957, be refunded to Hammel Heating ComparW.
Carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, " Meschuk and
Mayor Benfield;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilman Gordon.
Councilmen Gordon entered the Council Chamber at this time, the
hour being 7:15 otclock P.M., and immediately took his seat at the
Council Table.
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EUGENE W. BISCAILUZ, SHERIFF, COUNTY OF LOS ANGEEES,
September 27, 1957, being notification of annual adjustment of per
diem rates covering care of city prisoners in the Los Angeles County
Jail, effective October 1, 1957, said rates being as follows: for
care of ma16 prisoners $2.99; for care of female prisoners $7.42.
Moved by Councilman Gordon, seconded•by Councilman Baker,
the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that the notification from the Sheriff
of Los Angeles County, respecting annual adjustment
in 'per diem rates for care of City prisoners in the
Los Angeles County Jail, be received and ordered placed
on file in the office of the City Clerk; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that said City Clerk be
and she is hereby authorized to acknowledge receipt
of said notification upon a copy thereof, and return
such copy to the Los Angeles County Sheriff's Department,
in accordance with its request.
Carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk,
and Mayor Benfield;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
VIERICAN MUNICIPAL ASSOCIATION, October 4, 1957, extending
an invitation to city officials to atbend the 34th annual American
Municipal Congress to be held in San Francisco December 1 -4, 1957.
Ordered filed.
PLANNING COMMISSION, October 7, 1957, transmitting copy
of its Resolution No. 327, recommending change of zone from R -1 to
R -2 for Lots 4 to 8, inclusive, Block 54, all of Blocks 55 and 56
and Lots 1 to 11, inclusive, Block 57 and Lots 11, 12, 13,.14 and 18
of Tract -tNo. 2667, be denied without prejudice. Ordered filed.
ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE CONTROL., October 7, 1957, being applica-
tion for On Sale Beer License at 137 Main Street, E1 Segundo. The
Council being of the opinion that said location, being next door to
the Bicycle Shop is not in the best interest for children, the matter
was referred to the City Manager with the request that a complaint be
filed with the Alcoholic Beverage Control, setting forth the above
mentioned facts.
PLANNING COMMISSION, October 7, 1957, transmitting copy of
its Resolution No. 325, recommending an amendment to Ordinance No.
379, the Subdivision Ordinance, regarding procedure in handling of
split lots. After discussion, the matter was referred to the City
Attorney and City Engineer, with the request that said recommendation
be studied and report back to the Council at a later meeting.
PLANNING COMMISSION, October 4, 1957, transmitting copy of
its Resolution No. 326, which resolution upholds its previous recom-
mendation for change of zone for Lots 19 to 36., Block 60, being the
westerly side of Eucalyptus Drive from Pine Avenyte to Holly Avenue.
After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Baker, seconded
by Councilman Frederick, that the t4a•ca n4a�'oA,1,af T1 henft4n6:tng . nirn
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FmP,e�edcbylct1ie:1City Attorney and presented to the Council at the next
regular meeting to be held October 28, 1957. Carried.
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PLANNING COMMISSION, October 4, 1957, transmitting copy of
its Resolution No. 324, recommending certain amendments to Ordinance
No, 507, the Comprehensive Zoning Ordinance,
After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Baker, seconded
by Councilman Meschuk, that the matter be taken under consideration
until the next regular meeting to be held October 28, 1957. Carried.
LOS ANGELES HEART ASSOCIATION, October 3, 1957, requesting
permission to solicit funds in the City of E1 Segundo during the month
of February, 1958. Moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Council-
man Gordon, the following resolution be adopted:i
RESOLVED, that the Los Angeles County Heart Association
be and it is hereby granted permission to make a solicitation of funds
in the City of E1 Segundo during the month of February, 1958, provided,
however, that said organization shall notify the Police Department of
the City of E1 Segundo of the exact dates upon which solicitation will
be made within said City, and also the name and address of the solicitor
or solicitors working on the campaign; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this permit shall be in effect
unless and until revoked by the City Council of the City of E1 Segundo.
Carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk
and Mayor Benfield;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
RICHMOND STREET PARENT - TEACHER ASSOCIATION, MARY STEVENS,
CORRESPONDING SECRETARY, October 2, 1957, requesting permission to hold
a carnival at the Richmond Street School grounds, also to have a free
license issued to Shaw's Kiddy Rides, from Torrance, and to also have
a parade on Saturday, October 26, 1957•
Moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Gordon,
the following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that the Richmond Street School Parent -
Teacher Association, pursuant to its request dated
October 2, 1957, be granted a permit to hold a parade
on Saturday, October 26, 1957, such permission, however,
being subject to the approval of the Chief of Police and
to any condition which in his judgment should be imposed;
and
BE IT FUR
issued without
California, to
School Grounds
of Section 118
El Segundo.
rHER RESOLVED, that a business license be
fee, to Shaw's Kiddy Rides, Torrance,
operate a carnival at the Richmond Street
on the above date, lunder the provisions
of Ordinance No. 382 of the City of
On roll call, the foregoing resolution was adopted by the following
vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick,::Gordon, Meschuk
and Mayor Benfield;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
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Mrs. MARY C. HAYDEN, 442 SIERRA STREET, EL SEGUNDO, October
4, 1957, requesting a pedestrian crossing be made at the intersection
of Pine Avenue and Sierra Street, across the Pacific Electric.tracks.
Discussion was had on this matter, and the Director of Public
Works stated that in October, 1954, the City of El Segundo requested
permission from the Pacific Electric Railway Company to accomplish
such a crossing at grade, which request was denied due to limited
view, said company suggesting an overhead crossing be constructed.
At that time such overhead crossing was considered too expensive
and the project abandoned. However, since that time, the City has
developed a Community Recreation Center, and there will be much more
need for a crossing at said intersection, and the Director of Public
Works requested authorization to prepare an estimate of costs of
constructing such an overhead pedestrian crossing, and to present same
to the Council at a later meeting.
Moved by Councilman Baker, seconded by Councilman Gordon, that
the Director of Public Works be and he is hereby authorized to prepare
and present to this Council, an estimate of costs of constructing an
overhead pedestrian crossing over the Pacific Electric Railway tracks
at the intersection of Pine Avenue and Sierra Street. Carried.
BOB THORBURN, PRESIDENT, CALIFORNIA NATIONAL FUCHSIA SOCIETY,
calling the Council's attention to the unsightly condition of the
land between the old and the new Imperial Highways, and suggesting
that trees, shrubs and ground covers be planted and the area cleaned
up.
City Manager Sailors stated the land in question is at present
being considered by the City of Los Angeles for transfer to the City
of El Segundo; that no communication regarding said transfer has been
received to date, but that as soon,as such communication is received,
he will so advise the Council. By general consent, the City Manager
was requested to so advise Air. Thorburn.
EL SEGUNDO CHAMBER OF COMMERCE, F. M. REID, EXECUTIVE MANAGER,
October 14, 1957, in regard to off- street parking in the down -town
area of E1 Segundo, and suggesting that certain lots be purchased
from general funds of the City, for such purpose.
Considerable discussion was had, resulting in a motion being
made by Councilman Frederic, seconded by Councilman.Baker, that the
City Manager be authorized to negotiate with the owner of Lots 11 and
12, Block 59, to buy said lots for off - street parking use. Carried.
Moved by Councilman Meschuk, seconded by Councilman Baker,
that the City Manager be authorized to negotiate with the owner of
Lots 9 through 13, Block 22, with the idea of obtaining a lease with
option to,buy said lots for off - street parking use. Carried.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Mr. Kenneth Cooper, 708 Penn Street, addressed the Council,
stated that the parking situation in this area is quite congested
at certain times due to persons attending the church at the corner
of Penn Street and Palm Avenue, and suggested that a Loading Zone
be marked on the curb in front of the church and the cars then
parked in the new parking lot constructed for the church.
Mr. D. S. Woodford stated the parking lot has not yet been
completed, striping and bumpers still to be added; that it will soon
be in use, and that he would be glad to suggest to the Trustees of
said Church that Loading Zone markings be used to allow access to
all private driveways.
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REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND SPECIAL COMMITTEES
CITY MANAGER SAILORS MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. It is recommended that Mrs. Eunice Creason „ City Clerk, be
appointed to the vacancy on the Board of Directors of the Association
of California Cities Insurance Trust Fund Committee.
Moved by Councilman Baker, seconded by Councilman Gordon, that
the above recommendation be approved. Carried.
2. Requested that he take three days of his earned vacation
on the 17th, 18th and 25th of October, 1957•
Moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Gordon,
that the request of John J. Sailors, City Manager, to take three days
of his earned vacation on the 17th, 18th and 25th days of October,
1957, be granted. Carried.
3. Reported that some time back the matter of closed circuit
TV had been referred to him for investigation and report; that he has
been in touch with Mayor Center of Redondo Beach and that a meeting of
officials in the South Bay area will be held within the next :'ten days,
after which a report will be made to the Council.
CITY ATTORNEY BUSH MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS:
1. Presented for the Council's consideration a Grant of Ease-
ment which Southern California Edison Company requested in order to
install a transformer vault in connection with the Community Recreation
Center.
Moved by Councilman Gordon, seconded by Councilman Frederick, the
following resolution be adopted:
RESOLVED, that a copy of that cerbain "Grant of
Easement" by and between the City of E1 Segundo, a
municipal corporation, therein termed the grantor, and
Southern California Edison Company, a corporation,
therein termed the grantee, wherein said grantor
grants to said grantee, its successors and assigns,
the right to use, amaintainp alter, add to, repair,
replace and /or remove, on, under and over the real
property hereinafter described, situated in the
County of Los Angeles, State of California, an
electric system consisting of underground conduits
and a,:transformer vault, 10 feet by 18.5 feet in
size, together with the wires therein and other
fixtures and appliances for conveying electric energy
to be used for light, heat, poiier, telephone and /or
other purposes, said real property described as follows,
to wit:
Said underground conduit shall be installed
and maintained within a strip of land, 4 feet
in width, lying within a portion of Holly
Avenue, a vacated street, adjacent on the
south to Lot 40 in Block 62 of E1 Segundo
Sheet #7, as per map recorded in Book 22,
Pages 54 and 55 of Maps, in the office of
the County Recorder of said County of Los
Angeles; the centerline of said strip
being described�'as follows:
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Beginning at a point in the westerly
line of Sheldon Street, as now estab-
lished, distant southerly 600 feet from
the intersection of said westerly line
with the southerly line of Pine Street,
as now established; thence westerly, at
right angles to said westerl *nline, 80
feet to a point hereinafter referred to
as "Point All.
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Said transformer vault shall be located on a
rectangular parcel of land, 10 feet in width
by 18.5 feet in length, lying within the
above said Grantor's property; the centerline
of said parcel being described as follows:
Beginning at the above said Paint A;
thence westerly 18.5 feet.,
be placed on file in the office of the City Clerk, and as so on
file it is referred to and by this reference incorporated herein
and made a part hereof; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council of the
City of E1 Segundo, California, does hereby approve same
Grant of Easement and does hereby authorize and instruct
the Mayor and City Clerk of said City to execute the same
on behalf of said City and in its name, and to make
delivery thereof in due course.
On roll call, the foregoing resolution was adopted by the-following
vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederic, Gordon, Meschuk
and Mayor Benfield;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS WEBB MADE REPORTS
1. Requested authority to issue a
additional-street lights in the City of El
$2,610.00. He further stated his office is
Department to effect better lighting for tl
sections of the City.
AS FOLLOWS:
Purchase Order for eighteen
Segundo, amounting to
working with the Police
ie residential and industrial
9 Moved by Councilman Meschuk,-seconded by Councilman Frederick,
the above request be granted.
Carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk
and Mayor Benfield;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
2. Reported to the Council that two new -sumps recently
constructed, one at the r west end of Oak Avenue and the other on
Center Street between Franklin Avenue and Grand Avenue, required
fencing for safety measures; that he had received informal bids
to accomplish this, and recommended the bid of Alcorn Fence Company
in amount of $1,994.00 be accepted; that the Department of Water
and Power of the City of Los Angeles had indicated it wo uld pay
$750.00 toward said fencing, leaving a balance of approximately
$1,244.00 to be paid by the City of E1 Segundo.
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Moved by Councilman Baker, seconded by Councilman Gordon,
that fencing for the two above mentioned sumps be purchased from
the Alcorn Fence Company at a cost to the City of E1 Segundo not
to exceed $1,300.00.
Carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Baker,
Mayor Benfield;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
PAYING BILLS
Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and
The following demands, having had the approval of the Com-
mittee on Finance and Records, were read:
Demand Resister - Demands Nos.2982 to 3167, inclusive:
General Fund
Recreation Fund
Pension Fund
Trust Fund
TOTAL
Demand Register - Water Department -
Water Operating Fund
TOTAL
$ 85,664.55
1,905.68
2,052.43
1.788.00
$ 91,410.
Demands Nos. 918 to 959,
Inclusive:
$, 12.468.67
$ 12,468.67
Moved by Councilman Baker, seconded by Councilman Gordon,
the demands be allowed and warrants ordered drawn on and paid out
of the respective funds covering.the same. Carried by the follow-
ing vote:
Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk
and Mayor Benfield;
Noes: Councilmen None;
Absent: Councilmen None.
No further business appearing to be transacted at this
meeting, it was moved by Councilman Gordon, seconded by Councilman
Baker, the meeting adjourn, the hour of adjournment being 9:20 o'clock
P.M.
APPROVED:
Mayor.
Respectfully submitted,
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unice U. Creason, City Clerk
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