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1958 MAR 24 CC MINX 532 El Segundo, California March 24, 1958 A regular meeting of the City Council of the City of E1 Segundo, 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 Roger Sawyer, of Community Methodist 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: Baker, Frederick, C�prdon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; None. READING OF MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETINGS The minutes of the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of El Segundo, California, held March 10, 1958, and the Special Meeting held March 17, 1958, having been read and no error or omission having been noted, it was moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Gordon, the minutes of said meetings be ap- proved as recorded. Carried. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS The Clerk notified the City Council that this was the time and place fixed for the opening of bids, pursuant to Notice Inviting bids for the improvement of Bungalow Drive and alleys, as contemplated by Resolution of Intention No. 1787, and also reported that she had received five bids, which bids were publicly opened, read, examined and declared as follows: Name of Contractor Total Estimated Amount of Bid Contractors Asphalt Sales Co. $ 13,720.39 Oswald Bros. Co. 15,204.08 Vernon Paving Company 15,231.00 Griffith Company 15007.40 Warren Southwest, Inc. 16,259.97 Reference to hereby made to the bids on file with the City Clerk for all details as to the unit prices and kind or'class of work to be done. On motion duly made and carried, all bids were referred to the City Engineer for checking and report. The Clerk notified the City Council that this was the time and place fixed for the opening of bids, pursuant to Notice Inviting bids for the improvement of Indiana Street and other streets as contemplated by :Resolution of Intention No. 1786, and also re- ported that she had received seven bids, which bids were publicly opened, read, examined and declared as follows: Name of Contractor Vernon Paving Co. Contractors Asphalt Sales Sheets Construction Co. Warren Southwest, Inc. Oswald Bros. Co. Griffith Co. Harrison Bros. Co. -1- Total Estimated Amount of Bid $ 34,293.25 Co. 35,741.76 36,894.24 38,218.85 39,022.12 41,339.55 43,820.57 x Reference is hereby made to the bids on file with the City Clerk for all details -as to the unit prices and kind or class of work to be done. On motion duly made and carried, all kids were referred to the City Engineer for checking and report. The Mayor announced that this was the time and place here- tofore fixed for the reception of bids on Cast Iron Pipe for the City of E1 Segundo, and inquired of the City Clerk if she had any bids therefor. The Clerk replied she had four bids, after which it was moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Baker, the bids be opened, examined and publicly declared. Carried. Said bids were found to be as follows: Name of Bidder Schedule I Schedule II American Cast Iron Pipe Company $ 30,132.16 $ 893.21 Pacific States Cast Iron Pipe Co. 30,437.39 660.29 United States Pipe % Foundry Co. 30,980._46 744.25 Taylor -Jett Company - -- 695.76 Mgved.by Councilman Gordon,.seconded by Councilman Meschuk, said bids be referred to the City Engineer for checking and report later at this meeting. Carried. 533 The Mayor announced this was the time and place heretofore fixed for the reception of bids for construction of a municipal wad - ing.pool on West Acacia Avenue, and inquired of the City Clerk if she had any bids therefor. The-Clerk replied she had four bids in her possession, after which it was moved by Councilman Gordon, seconded by Councilman Baker, said bids be opened, examined and publicly declared. Carried. Said bids were found to be as follows: Contractor Amount of Bid Clark Trobough $7000.00 Robert L. Reeves Construction Co. 11,870.00 Harrison Bros. 12,590.00 Lewis H. McClain 14,175.00 Director of public Works Webb recommended the bid of Clark Trobough in amount of $7,300:00 be accepted, whereupon it was moved by Councilman Meschuk, seconded by Councilman Gordon, the recommendation of Director of Public Works Webb be approved and the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, the City of E1 Segundo duly advertised for bids for the construction of a Municipal Wading Pool on West Acacia Avenue, and accepted bids at this meeting; and WHEREAS, the City Engineer checked all bids received and recommended that.the bid of Clark Trobough in the amount of $7,300.000 being the lowest responsible bidder, be accepted; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the bid of Clark Trobough, the lowest responsible bidder, be accepted; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of said City be and he is f hereby authorized and instructed to execute the contract herein awarded for and on behalf of said City and in its name, and the City Clerk is hereby author- ized to attest the said contract, affix the official seal and make delivery thereof in due course; and -2- X 534 BE IT 'FURTHER RESOLVED, that all bids received except the bid of said Clark Trobough, are hereby rejected and the City Clerk is hereby authorized and instructed to return the checks of all unsuccess- ful bidders. Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick,Gordon, Carried b the following vote: Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Y g Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. The Clerk notified the City Council that this was the time and place fixed for the opening of bids, pursuant to Notice Inviting Bids for the Reconstruction and Resurfacing of Certain Streets in the City of E1 Segundo, and reported she had six bids therefor, which bids, oh motion of Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Baker and unanimously carried, were publicly opened, read, examined and declared as follows: Name of Contractor G. G..-Fisher Paving Co.,Inc. Vernon Paving Co. Contractors Asphalt Sales Co. Amount of Bid Warren Southwest, Inc. Oswald Bros. Co. C. 0. Sparks, Inc. and Mundo Engr. Co: $ 20,210.00 21,212.00 21,372.00 22,717.00 22,771.40 23,576.00 Reference is hereby made to the bids on file with the City Clerk for all details and kind or class of work to be done. The City Engineer recommended the award be made to G. G. Fisher Paving Co., Inc., after which it was moved by Councilman Meschuk; seconded by Councilman Baker, said recommendation be approved and the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, the City of E1 Segundo duly advertised for bids for the Construction and Resurfacing of certain streets in' the City of E1 Segundo, and accepted bids at this meeting; and IMEREAS, the City Engineer checked all bids received and recommended that the bid of G. G. Fisher Paving Co.,Inc, in the amount-of $20,210.000 being the lowest responsible bidder, be accepted; NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the bid of G. G. Pisher Paving Co., Inc., be accepted; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all bids received, except the bid of said G. G..Fisher Paving Co., Inc., are hereby rejected and the City Clerk is hereby author- ized to return the checks of all unsuccessful bidders. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and The Mayor announced that this was the time and place here- tofore fixed for the public hearing on appeal of Wesley T. Anderson from the decision of the Planning Commission regarding use of sub- standard lot at Pine Avenue and Hillcrest Street, and inquired of -3- X 535 the City Clerk if 'proper notice of the hearing had been given and Published. The Clerk stated affidavits of publication and mailing notices were on file in her office and that she had in her possession the complete file of the Planning Commission as well as, the file of the City Council to date, whereupon the Mayor declared the files in the matter would be made a part of this hearing. The Mayor inquired if any written protests had been received, and there being none, he inquired if anyone present would like to speak in favor of the re- quested use of subject lot. Mr. Wesley T. Anderson addressed the Council, stating the lot in question has a width of 50 feet; that sidewalks have been constructed on each side of the lot which makes it unattractive in the neighborhood; that under the new amendment to the Zoning Ordinance which determines the amount of square footage in a building, this lot has sufficient square footage to allow a home to be con- structed which would have in excess of 1500 square feet; that accord- ing to the records of the County Recorder of Los Angeles County, building permits have been issued and granted and buildings con- structed on similar lots in the City of E1 Segundo. He further stated a variance was granted in 1955 covering a lot on Washington Street similar to subject substandard lot, and in addition it was substandard in width. The Mayor inquired if anyone wished to speak in opposition to the proposed variance, and Mr. Cedric Hoskins, 700 West Pine Avenue stated he opposed granting the variance due to the lot being sub- standard and he.did not want a substandard home built in the neigh- borhood. Mr. John K. Crockett, 712 West Pine Avenue stated he was also in opposition to granting the variance as he thought there would not be enough yard. After further discussion, it was moved by Councilman Baker, seconded by Councilman Gordon, that the hearing be continued until the next regular meeting of the City Council to be held April 14, 1958. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. WRITTEN COMMUNICATIONS The following 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 hereinafter: D. S. WOODFORD, DIRECTOR OF BUILDING AND SAFETY, stating that work covered by Relocation Permit Bond issued to Bertha I. Groger, has been completed, and he recommended exoneration of said Reloca- tion Permit Bond. Moved by Councilman Gordon, seconded by Councilman Baker, the following resolution be adopted: -4- X 536 RESOLVED, that that certain Relocation Permit Bond dated April 17, 1957s with Bertha I. Groger as Principal and the Pacific Employers Insurance Company as Surety, in amount of $2,000.00, be and the same is hereby exonerated from any liability accruing thereunder subsequent to midnight this date, to wit: March 24, 1958• Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. D. S. WOODFORD, DIREDTOR OF BUILDING AND SAFETY, stating that work covered by Relocation Permit Bond issued to John L. Hughes has been completed, and recommended exoneration of said Relocation Permit Bond. Moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Meschuk, the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that that certain Relocation Permit Bond No. 632138, dated May 31, 1957, with John L. Hughes as Principal and The Travelers Indemnity Company as surety, in amount of $500.00, be and the same is hereby exonerated from any liability'accruing thereunder subse- quent to midnight this date, to wit: March 24, 1958• Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. RACHEL WHITNEY, 425 Sierra Street, being application for permit to occupy, use and maintain House Trailer at 716 West Oak Avenue. D. S. Woodford, Director of Building and Safety, stated applicant has permit for and has started construction of a single family dwelling and garage, and recommended granting permit for use of trailer during construction of said residence. Moved by Councilman Baker,'seconded by Councilman Frederick, that Rachel E. Whitney be permitted to occupy, use and maintain a House Trailer at 716 West Oak Avenue during construction of a resi- dence at said address, such permit to extend ninety days from this date, to wit: March 24, 1958• Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. STANDARD OIL COMPANY OF CALIFORNIA, expressing appreciation and thanks to the Police Department for its cooperation during heavy rainfall February 19th and 24th. By general consent, a copy of said letter was requested to be given the Police Department. -5- X 53'7 Councilman Baker stated -the Police Department also deserved a vote of thanks from members of the Council for its fine cooperation, and Mayor Benfield stated he- would write such a letter. LOS ANGELES COUNTY DEPARTMENT OF PARKS AND RECREATION, request- ing adoption of a resolution by the City Council of the City of E1 Seg- undo indicating its willingness to appropriate budgetary funds in amount of $3.00 for every dollar supplied.by the County. Moved by Councilman Baker, seconded by Councilman Meschuk, the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that the City of E1 Segundo desires to obtain the benefits of the Los Angeles County subsidi- zation of recreation programs conducted on school grounds within incorporated cities of said County and for that purpose the City of E1 Segundo hereby indicates its willingness to participate in the said subsidy program during the 1958 -1959 fiscal period; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City of E1 Segundo assures the County of Los Angeles of its willingness to provide a budgetary appropriation in'the amount of $3.00 or ..,more for every County dollar so appropriated by the County to insure the development of a complete school ground recreation program; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized and directed to transmit a copy of this resolution by the County of Los Angeles Depart- ment of Parks and Recreation in order that a contract for such purpose between the County of Los Angeles and the City of E1 Segundo maybe prepared. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. CITY OF LOS ANGELES, DEPARTMENT OF WATER AND POWER, request- ing the vacation of certain streets for power line purposes. By general consent, the matter was referred to the City Engineer for checking and further study., BIRNBAUM and HEMMERLING, ATTORNEYS, enclosing a claim filed on behalf of Albert C. Cajical and Modesto S. Tactacan for damages to truck farming land owned by said Claimants, resulting from over- flow of Dominguez Channel on February 19, 1958. Moved by Councilman Baiter, seconded by Councilman Frederick, the claim be denied and a copy of said claim forwarded to the insur- ance carrier for 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. HE X 538 MR.and MRS. ROBERT E. McCURDY, 521 E. Palm Avenue, protest- ing against the wall constructed by First Baptist Church and separ- ating the two properties. A report from D. S. Woodford, Director of Building and Safety, was also presented. Mr. Woodford also stated that he had been informed by the Church that the additional wooden fencing would be constructed by April 20th, if that much additional time could be granted. Mr. McCurdy stated that would be satisfactory with him. Mr. McCurdy then addressed Mr. Woodford, questioning the safety of the 4" x 4" rail that was put in as a bumper guard in close proximity to ,the concrete wall, further stating that the wall is at no point more than 18 inches above the black top, and he questioned said wall being high enough to stop a car if an emergency arose. Mr. McCurdy also stated that as far as privacy is concerned, a wooden fence would satisfy him but as far as safety is concerned, he questioned it being strong enough to stop a car. Councilman Frederick suggested that a four inch pipe be placed in the vulnerable area, inside the Church property, but Mr. Woodford stated he felt it was a matter to be designed by an Engineer to determine the impact load depending upon the weight of the vehicle and distance traveled. Mayor Benfield requested the Director of Public Works to follow through on this matter and report to the Council what measures would be necessary to make the wall safe, after which the communi- cation was ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION, March 17, 1958, transmitting copy of its Resolution No. 360, recommending proposed amendment to Ordinance No. 507, as contained therein. The Clerk advised the Council that hearing before said Body has been set for April 14th, after which the communication was ordered filed. PLANNING COMMISSION, March 17, 1958, transmitting copy of its Resolution No. 3630 recommending the name of Elsey Place in honor of Mrs.'Neva M.-Elsey, for -:the east -west street in the 100 block between Bungalow Drive and Center Street. Moved by Councilman Baker I seconded by Councilman Frederick, that Resolution No. 1800, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO „CALIFORNIA, DEDICATING AND NAMING FOR PUBLIC STREET PURPOSES, CERTAIN PARCELS OF REAL PROPERTY TO BE KNOWN AS ELSEY PLACE, WITHIN SAID CITY; AND ACCEPTING THE-DEDICATION OF SAID PARCELS AS SUCH PUBLIC STREET ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC., which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes:* Councilmen ]'done; Absent: Councilmen None. -7- K41 PLANNING COMMISSION, March 17, 1958, transmitting copy of its resolution No. 361, granting variance to erect a fence on a retaining wall for property at 412; 4162 420 and 424 California Street. Ordered filed pending expiration of appeal period. G. V. BAKER, 225 - 2nd Street, Manhattan Beach, suggesting that a road be cut through Standard Oil Refinery extending Main Street south to Rosecrans Avenue. Ordered filed. 539 RAYMOND A. McMAHON AND ELSIE McMAHON,.660 West Palm Avenue, protesting against receipt of a citation from the Southern California Humane Society concerning their dog supposedly being out of its yard; also a report on the matter from George M. Crozier, General Manager of the Humane Society. The Council being in sympathy with the complainants, it was requested that the City Manager contact Mr. Crozier to establish better cooperation. ST. VINCENT DE PAUL SOCIETY, March 10, 1958, requesting permission to pick up salvage within the City of E1 Segundo. Moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Meschuk, the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that the Society of St. be and it is hereby granted permission pickups within the City of E1 Segundo; BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this in effect unless and until revoked by of the City of El Segundo. . Carried by the following vote: Vincent de Paul to make salvage and permit shall be the City Council Ayes: Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Baker Absent: None. OLEN L. TREVATHAN, 732 Hillcrest Street, March 24, 1958, submitting an offer of $1,000.00 for a parcel of land known as the westerly 25 feet of the vacated portion of Arena Street lying between the north line of Grand Avenue and the South line of the Pacific Electric Railway right -of =way. Director of Public Works Webb reviewed the Appraiserts report and advised the Council the appraised valuation of said property had been placed at $1,000.00. City Attorney Bush.inquired of the Council if it desired to reserve an easement for parking rights to serve the adjoining city owned property. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Meschuk, seconded by Councilman. Frederick, to accept the offer of Olen L. Trevathan for the purchase of the above mentioned property, in amount of $1,000.00; said grant deed to be restricted to allow ingress and egress across the common boundary line,. and reserve to the City an easement for parking to serve the adjoining city -owned lot, and that the Mayor and City Clerk be authorized to sign on behalf of the City, and make delivery of deed in due course. X 540 Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS Mr. Kenneth C. Davidson, 1106 E. Walnut Avenue, addressed the Council regarding the size of the lawn bowling green at the Community Recreation Center; that in the opinion of several lawn bowling enEhusiasts the bowling green should be 40 yards square. By general consent, the matter was referred to the City Manager for study. Mrs. Elsie McMahon inquired of the Council regarding moving the horse stables from East E1 Segundo Boulevard to an area back of Hyperion Disposal Plant. Mayor-Benfield stated nothing definite has been decided in the matter. SPECIAL ORDERS OF BUSINESS, CONTINUED The City Engineer reported that he had tabulated all bids received for the improvement of Indiana :Street and other streets, as per Resolution of Intention No. 1786, and finds that the bid of Vernon Paving Company is the lowest regular bid submitted for said improvement. Whereupon Councilman Frederick offered 'and moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1802, awarding the contract to Vernon Paving Company at the prices named in its bid, said bid being the lowest, regular bid submitted for said improvement, which motion was seconded by Councilman Gordon, the said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Gordoni Meschuk and The City Engineer reported that he had tabulated all bids received for the improvement of Bungalow Drive and alleys, as per Resolution of Intention No. 1787, and finds that the bid of Con- tractors Asphalt Sales Co. is the lowest regular bid submitted for said improvement. Whereupon Councilmen Frederick offered and moved the adoption of Resolution No. 1803, awarding the contract to Contractors Asphalt Sales Co. at the prices named in its bid, said bid being the lowest, regular bid submitted for said improvement, which motion was seconded by Councilman Meschuk, the said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and x The Director of Nblic Works stated he had checked all bids on Cast Iron Pipe submitted earlier in the meeting, and recommended the bid of American Cast Iron Pipe Company, in amount of $30,132.16 be accepted on Schedule I. and the bid of Pacific States Cast Iron Pipe Company, in amount of $660.29, be accepted on Schedule II. Moved by Councilman Baker, seconded by Councilman Gordon, the wfollowing resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, the City of E1 Segundo duly advertised for bids for Cast Iron Pipe, and accepted bids at this meeting; and WHEREAS, the City Engineer checked all bids received and recommended that the bid of American Cast Iron Pipe Company, in amount of $30,132.16 be accepted on Schedule I, and the bid of Pacific States Cast Iron Pipe Company, in amount of $660.29 be accepted on Schedule II; NOW, -- THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, that the bids of American Cast Iron Pipe Company for Schedule I. and the Pacific States Cast Iron Pipe Company for Schedule II, be accepted; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Mayor of said City be and he is hereby authorized and instructed to execute said orders or contracts herein awarded for and on behalf of said City and in its name, and the City Clerk is hereby authorized to attest the same orders or contracts, affix the official seal and make delivery thereof in due course; and BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that all bids received except the bids of American Cast Iron Pipe Company for Schedule I and the Pacific States Cast Iron Pipe Company for Schedule II are hereby rejected and the City Clerk is hereby author- ized to return the checks of all unsuccessful bidders. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and REPORTS OF OFFICERS AND SPECIAL COMMITTEES CITY MANAGER SAILORS MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Presented for the Council +s consideration an amendment to Ordinance No. 382, the business license. The City Attorney read the title of Ordinance No. 524, entitled: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING ORDINANCE NO. 382 (BUSINESS LICENSE ORDINANCE) OF SAID CITY BY AMENDING PARAGRAPH "(4)" OF SECTION 114 OF SAID ORDINANCE-NO. 382 AS AMENDED., and explained said amendatory ordinance. The Council, after further discussion, desired more clarification in the amendatory ordinance -10- 541 X 542 to eliminate gambling and to cover juvenile amusement machines, by general .consent, the City Attorney was requested to reword said ordinance and present it to the Council at its next regular meeting to be held April 14., 1958• 2. Presented for the Council's consideration a resolu- tion amending Resolution No. 1621 (Salary Resolution) which has in effect placing the positions of Assistant Director of Finance and Assistant Purchasing Agent on a five step basis instead of a fixed basis. Moved by Councilman Gordon, seconded by Councilman Baker, that Resolution No. 1801, entitled: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING RESOLUTION NO. 1621 (THE SALARY RESOLUTION) OF SAID CITY COUNCIL IN VARIOUS PARTICULARS., which was read, be adopted. On roll call, said motion carried and said resolution was adopted by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Moved by Councilman Gordon, seconded by Councilman Baker, the following resolution be adopted: RESOLVED, that effective April 1, 1958, Eunice U. Creason, Assistant Purchasing Agent, and Ruth Happ, Assistant Director of Finance, in their respective capacities, be and the same are hereby assigned "Step Ctt of the range provided for such classifications in the salary resolution. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. That he was in receipt of a request from Police Chief T. B. DeBerry that Deputy Chief Vern Snood be authorized to attend the retraining conference of the California Chapter of the Federal Bureau of Investigation to be held in Palo Alto on April 30, May 1st and 2nd, and he recommended permission be granted. Moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by-'Councilman Meschuk, that Deputy Chief Vern Wood be and he is hereby author- ized to attend the retraining conference of, -the California Chapter of the Federal Bureau of Investigation to be held in Palo Alto on April 30 to May 2, 1958, both dates inclusive, and that he be reimbursed for actual and necessary expense in attend- ing such conference. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. -11- X 543 _4. That he was in receipt of a request from Fire Chief Leo B. Freedman to attend the second annual conference of Fire Chiefs to be held at Santa Rose, California May 15, 16 and 17, 1958, and recommended permission be granted. Moved by Councilman Meschuk, seconded by Councilman Frederick, that Fire Chief Leo B. Freedman be and'he is hereby authorized to attend the second annual conference of Fire Chiefs to be held at Santa Rose, California May 15 to 17, 1958, both dates inclusive, and that he be reimbursed for actual and necessary expense in attending such conference. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 5. That the League of California Cities is holding a one - day seminar at Monterey on April 30, 1958, for Finance Officers and he recommended Director of Finance William A. Wanderer attend said seminar. It appearing the Council felt a one -day conference did not warrant the expense of going out of Southern California, the request was denied. At this time Councilman Meschuk left the Council Chamber, the hour being 9:30 otclock P.M. Mayor Benfield stated he was in receipt of a request from the City Clerk to attend a three -day City Clerks Institute at Monterey from April 30 to May 2, 1958, both dates inclusive, and thereafter it was moved by Councilman Baker, seconded by Councilman Gordon, the request be granted and that the City Clerk be and she is hereby authorized to attend the City Clerks Institute at Monterey California April 30 to May 2, both dates inclusive, and that she be reimbursed for actual and necessary expense in attending such Insti- tute. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, and "­ Mayor Benfield Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilman Meschuk. At this time Councilman Meschuk reentered the Council Chamber and immediately took his seat at the Council Table, the hour being 9 :35 otclock P.M. CITY CLERK MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. Announced the appointment of Glendine Gill as Deputy City Clerk. 2. That she was in receipt of an application for Taxicab_ service by Montell Meacham, 641 Oxford, Hawthorne, stating he fre- quently receives calls from E1 Segundo area and would appreciate consideration of his application. The Council desiring to have a report on the apiUcation it was referred to the City Manager for investigation and--report at the next regular meeting to be held April 14, 1958• -12- X 544 Mrs. Dorothy Marcus, owner of the E1 Segundo Cain Co., was present in the Council Chamber and stated she had been in business in the City of El Segundo five years, and inquired of the Council if an additional Taxicab service is needed. Mayor Benfield stated the matter would be considered in making the report. 3. Reported that the first quarter of 1958 distribution of Sales and Use Tax Revenue for El Segundo, as released from the California State-Board of Equalization, amounted to $147,130 as compared with $135,589 for the first quarter in 1957• 4. Reported franchise payment of $17,857.53 from Southern California Gas Company, for year ended December 31, 1957. 5. Reported franchise payment of $39,153.31 from Southern California Edison Company for year ended December 31, 1957• DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC•WORKS WEBB MADE REPORTS AS FOLLOWS: 1. That a supplemental memorandum of Agreement for the Expenditure of Gas Tax Funds, from the Division of Highways, to provide $12,000.00 for the resurfacing of certain City streets, had been received and recommended that the Agreement be approved and the Mayor be authorized to sign on the City's behalf. Moved by Councilman Frederick; seconded by Councilman Meschuk, the following resolution be adopted: WHEREAS, a first supplemental memorandum of agree- ment has been presented to be entered into with the State of California in accordance with a project state- ment submitted by the City of E1 Segundo for expenditure of the gas tax allocation to cities for the fiscal year. 1958; and WHEREAS, the City Council has heard read said agreement in full and is familiar with the contents theereof; THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL of the City of E1 Segundo that said project statement be and it is hereby adopted as the budget of proposed expenditures of the gas tax allociation to cities, and said agreement be and the same is hereby approved and fte Mayors dnd',th6'., City Clerk are directed to sign the same on behalf of said City, said agreement to be binding upoh the City upfin its execu- tion by the authorized officials of the State. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 2. Presented an Easement executed by the Pacific Electric Railway Company to maintain and operate a sixteen inch storm drain under the Pacific Electric tracks at Holly Avenue, and recommended said easement be accepted and authorization be given for payment of $25.00 to said Pacific Electric Railway Company for its considera- tion. -13- X 545 Moved by Councilman Meschuk, seconded by Councilman Frederick, the above recommendation of the Director of Public Works be approved and that the Director of Finance be and he is hereby authorized to issue a warrant in the amount of $25.00 to said Pacific Electric Railway Company as consideration for ease- ment for storm drain purposes. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 3. Reported on much needed lighting on Coast Boulevard and recommended that the S curve on said boulevard be lighted with 20,000 lumen Mercury Vapor lights; that approximately 17 units would be required and that the total.annual cost for this lighting would be approximately $1,700.00. He also stated there would be no cost for installation since these lights would be on wooden poles. Moved by Councilman Gordon, seconded by Councilman Baker, seconded by Councilman Gordon.. the above recommendation of the Director of Public Works be approved and that an said lighting units be provided on the S curve on Coast Boulevard; also that an investi- gation be made regarding a free right turn coming into El Segundo at the intersection of Vista del Mar and Coast Boulevard. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. 4. That he was in receipt of a petition for improvement of the south side of Walnut Avenue from Center Street to Washington Street, which petition contains signatures of owners representing 60.56% of the area, and recommended that the City Engineer be authorized to hold a preliminary public ineeting to discuss the details of this project, in view of the low percentage on the peti- tion and the fact that only 57.73% of the deeds in said area have been received.- The Council concurring the the recommendation of the Director of Public Work$, permission was granted to hold the above mentioned public meeting. 5. That he was irk receipt of complaints about the traffic signals at Main Street and Holly Avenue; that a traffic count is being taken this week on two week days other than Friday and another one on Friday, after which a recommendation can be made to the Traffic Consultant regarding said signals. Inquiry by the Council was made regarding the report and recommendation by Mr. Faustman, Traffic Consultant, and Director of Public Works Webb stated the weather has delayed the City in making certain speed counts in residential areadv 6. Reported on the 1958'$217,000,000 Storm Drain Bond issue proposed b-• the County of Los Angeles, of which $150,000,000 would be for construction::and the remainder would be for right -of -way and engineering. The construction would require from five to seven years, and would mean a tax increase for the City of E1 Segundo of approxi- mately 16¢ per $100.00 in valuation. -14- X 546 From the bond issue, El Segundo would receive storm drains estimated at $810,000. Mr. Webb outlined the proposed projects and recommended that Scheme 2, units B -1, B -2 and C -1 on Storm Drain Project Map, at:a total estimated cost of $1,122,000 be adopted as the City's program for constructing trunk line storm drains, the difference between the County aid, $810,000 and the total estimated cost of $12122,000, to be appropriated by the City. UNFINISHED BUSINESS 1. The proposed amendment to Ordinance No. 507 (the com- prehensive Zoning Ordinance) as recommended by the Planning Com- mission in its Resolutions Nos. 355 and 356 was considered at this time. Ater discussion, it was moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded-by Councilman Baker, the following resolution be.adopted: RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of E1 Segundo, California, pursuant to the provisions of Section 1812 of Ordinance No. 507, does declare and announce its intention to deny the proposed zone change set forth and described in the Planning Commission's Resolution No. 355 and 356 for the reasons that said proposed Change of Zone classification would appear detrimental and contrary to the orderly development and use of the general area as contemplated by the Land Use Plan of said City; and does hereby refer the matter back to the Planning Commission for further study. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and PAYING BILLS The following demands having had the approval of the Committee on Finance and Records, were read: Demand Reeister - Demands Nos. 4414 to 4537, inclusive: General Fund Recreation Fund Trust Fund Pension Fund TOTAL $ 1232671.42 700.63 303.00 2.842.30 $ 127,517.35 Demand Register - Water Department - Demands No. 1325 to 1351, inclusive: Water Operating Fund TOTAL $ 28 000. 0 $ 28.,-000.90 Moved by Councilman Baker, seconded by Councilman Meschuk the demands be allowed--and warrants ordered drawn on and paid out of the respective funds covering the same. Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None. -15- X 547 NEW BUSINESS Mayor Benfield stated that Mr. Bert Bixler, manager of the local Telephone office had requested that the City Council consider adoption of a resolution similar to one adopted by many cities including the city of Los Angeles, urging the repeal of the 10% Federal Excise Tax Law. After discussion, it was moved by Councilman Meschuk, seconded by Councilman Frederick, the following resolution- be adopted: WHEREAS, the ten per cent (10 %) Federal Excise Tax Law was a war time "Emergency" tax to curtail the use of vital communications services, to reduce citizents expenditures, and to provide money for the war effort, and the above reasons are no longer valid; and WHEREAS, the telephone excise tax is grossly dis- criminatory.- Of the four essential household tutilities, electricity, gas, telephone and water, only the telephone is subject to excise tax; and WHEREAS, the tax is distinctly unfair to all telephone users and the inequity should be remedied as soon as possible; .-and WHEREAS, in general, Federal excise taxes have applied to luxuries rather than necessities. The belephone is a necessity to business and the tax places an unreasonable burden on business; and WHEREAS, there is a grave danger that the tax, which was an "emergency) measure, will become imbedded in the over -all tax structure; and WHEREAS, telephone rates incorporate Federal income and other operating taxes which are borne by telephone users. The 10% excise tax paid on telephone bills rep- resents a tax on taxes; and WHEREAS, regulatory commissions including the Cali- fornia Public Utilities Commission have consistently opposed the telephone excise tax. They regard it as unsound, unjust and inimical to the maintenance of a reasonably priced communication service; and WHEREAS, repeal of this discriminatory tax on telephone service must be a part of any program for distribution of the tax burden on a truly equitable basis; and WHEREAS, the economy of the community would be reactivated by putting this money back into local channels. (It is estimated that $1.00 saved at the local level is equal to $4.00 at the Government level.) NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF EL SEGUNDO, CALIFORNIA, that it respectfully urges the repeal of the ten per cent Federal Excise Tax Laws and hereby authorizes and directs the City Clerk of the said City to -,:forward a certified copy of this reso- lution to the President of the United States; the United States Senators serving the State of California; and the United States Congressman serving the district within which the City of El Segundo is located. -16- X 548 Carried by the following vote: Ayes: Councilmen Baker, Frederick, Gordon, Meschuk and Mayor Benfield; Noes: Councilmen None; Absent: Councilmen None._ Councilman Meschuk stated his abtention had been called to several places in streets where storm waters had caused con- siderable damage between street paving and curb, and the Director of Public Works stated his department is checking for storm damage and will make repairs when rains are over. Councilman Meschuk also stated he had received inquiries regarding enforcement of the curfew law concerning children 12 to 14 years of age, some being on the streets until 11 otclock at night, and suggested that the City Manager check with the Chief of Police to see what can be done. There being no further business to be transacted at this meeting, it was moved by Councilman Frederick, seconded by Councilman Meschuk, the meeting- ajourn, the hour of adjournment being 10:36 o'clock P.M. APPROVED: Mayor Respectfully submitted, 7(. Eunice U. Creason, City Clerk -17-